University of Indianapolis Welcome Week: Aug. 26 - Sept. 2
Welcome Week is August 26 through September 2, 2026. Expect a balance of fun and friendly events with exclusive learning experiences. The week provides the perfect environment for you to make a solid start in your journey at UIndy. You'll meet with your academic college, learn about important campus resources, and discover what it means to be part of our pack and celebrate what it means to be a Greyhound. Events and programming are designed with incoming first-year and new transfer students in mind. Some components of Welcome Week have required attendance, so be sure to plan ahead.
Arriving for Welcome Week
Residence hall students*
Students who will be living on campus will move in on Wednesday, August 26, based on their hall assignments and last names.
Students should report directly to their assigned residence hall and follow the directions of Residence Life staff members to check in. Please review the move-in email and follow all of the guidelines to ensure the safety of our Greyhound community.
* All bills must be paid (or payment arrangements made) prior to moving into the residence halls.
Commuter students
You will check in at the Information Desk in Schwitzer Student Center between noon and 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 26. At check-in, you will receive a copy of the Welcome Week schedule, obtain your meal vouchers, and engage with your Orientation Leaders.
Family members & guests
Family members and guests are encouraged to attend UIndy's convocation ceremony on Wednesday, Aug. 26, at 2 p.m. in Nicoson Hall. This is the first large-scale event for the incoming class, and it helps welcome all students and families into the UIndy community.
Families moving a student to campus should follow the guidelines in their move-in email to ensure the safety of our Greyhound community.
Required Sessions
Many of the Welcome Week activities are required. Students should plan ahead and be present, as attendance will be taken. Return to this webpage for updates to the schedule as we work to finalize the details for your exciting welcome to campus. Student should also check their email for Welcome Week updates.
transfer students
Transfer students are encouraged to attend as many Welcome Week activities as possible.
Questions?
For more information about Welcome Week, Move-In Day, or getting started at UIndy, contact Student Affairs at 317-788-3530.