
Chancellor’s Welcome
A high-energy campus kickoff in Kimmel Arena with remarks from Chancellor van Noort, meet-and-greet connections with fellow Bulldogs, and the official start of Weeks of Welcome before continuing on to the Welcome Picnic.
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An outdoor campus kickoff party in Parking Lot P8 with music, casual mingling, and sunset views. A relaxed welcome back vibe for students to meet fellow Bulldogs and celebrate the start of the academic year.

An outdoor campus kickoff party in Parking Lot P8 with music, casual mingling, and sunset views. A relaxed welcome back vibe for students to meet fellow Bulldogs and celebrate the start of the academic year.
An outdoor campus kickoff party in Parking Lot P8 with music, casual mingling, and sunset views. A relaxed welcome back vibe for students to meet fellow Bulldogs and celebrate the start of the academic year.

An evening picnic on the UNC Asheville Quad with casual food and outdoor hangout vibes designed for meeting new people. Mix and mingle with students, faculty, and staff while getting oriented and building campus community connections.

An evening picnic on the UNC Asheville Quad with casual food and outdoor hangout vibes designed for meeting new people. Mix and mingle with students, faculty, and staff while getting oriented and building campus community connections.
An evening picnic on the UNC Asheville Quad with casual food and outdoor hangout vibes designed for meeting new people. Mix and mingle with students, faculty, and staff while getting oriented and building campus community connections.

Campus move-in day kicks off the academic year with residence hall check-in, settling into a new space, and meeting neighbors around UNC Asheville. A welcoming, orientation-style start that leads into Weeks of Welcome, with accommodation support available.

Campus move-in day kicks off the academic year with residence hall check-in, settling into a new space, and meeting neighbors around UNC Asheville. A welcoming, orientation-style start that leads into Weeks of Welcome, with accommodation support available.
Campus move-in day kicks off the academic year with residence hall check-in, settling into a new space, and meeting neighbors around UNC Asheville. A welcoming, orientation-style start that leads into Weeks of Welcome, with accommodation support available.

A beach themed hangout takes over a campus lawn with casual games, playful activities, and a laid back summer vibe. Ideal for bringing friends, meeting new people, and unwinding in an easygoing outdoor social setting.

A beach themed hangout takes over a campus lawn with casual games, playful activities, and a laid back summer vibe. Ideal for bringing friends, meeting new people, and unwinding in an easygoing outdoor social setting.
A beach themed hangout takes over a campus lawn with casual games, playful activities, and a laid back summer vibe. Ideal for bringing friends, meeting new people, and unwinding in an easygoing outdoor social setting.

Outdoor evening concert on a baseball field with lawn seating and a back to school Welcome Week vibe. Built for UNC Asheville Bulldogs to kick off the academic year and meet up with friends in a big campus crowd.

Outdoor evening concert on a baseball field with lawn seating and a back to school Welcome Week vibe. Built for UNC Asheville Bulldogs to kick off the academic year and meet up with friends in a big campus crowd.
Outdoor evening concert on a baseball field with lawn seating and a back to school Welcome Week vibe. Built for UNC Asheville Bulldogs to kick off the academic year and meet up with friends in a big campus crowd.

A bustling campus showcase on the Quad with tables from student clubs, organizations, and activity groups. Meet student leaders, ask questions, and discover involvement opportunities and accommodations support that match your interests.

A bustling campus showcase on the Quad with tables from student clubs, organizations, and activity groups. Meet student leaders, ask questions, and discover involvement opportunities and accommodations support that match your interests.
A bustling campus showcase on the Quad with tables from student clubs, organizations, and activity groups. Meet student leaders, ask questions, and discover involvement opportunities and accommodations support that match your interests.

An outdoor screening on Reynolds Green with pre-movie lawn games and early-evening music starting at 7:30 p.m., plus Hilltop Ice Cream treats on site. The film starts at dusk (around 8:30 p.m.); bring blankets or lawn chairs, with accessible seating and captioning when available.

An outdoor screening on Reynolds Green with pre-movie lawn games and early-evening music starting at 7:30 p.m., plus Hilltop Ice Cream treats on site. The film starts at dusk (around 8:30 p.m.); bring blankets or lawn chairs, with accessible seating and captioning when available.
An outdoor screening on Reynolds Green with pre-movie lawn games and early-evening music starting at 7:30 p.m., plus Hilltop Ice Cream treats on site. The film starts at dusk (around 8:30 p.m.); bring blankets or lawn chairs, with accessible seating and captioning when available.

Festival-style evening on the UNC Asheville Quad with campus organization tables, student performances, and interactive games. Grab festival food while enjoying a school-spirit hangout with live entertainment and community connection.

Festival-style evening on the UNC Asheville Quad with campus organization tables, student performances, and interactive games. Grab festival food while enjoying a school-spirit hangout with live entertainment and community connection.
Festival-style evening on the UNC Asheville Quad with campus organization tables, student performances, and interactive games. Grab festival food while enjoying a school-spirit hangout with live entertainment and community connection.

An evening of literary readings and onstage conversation with Great Smokies Writing Program co-founders Richard Chess and Tommy Hays, reflecting on newly released books and the day-to-day realities of the writer’s life at a campus student union.

An evening of literary readings and onstage conversation with Great Smokies Writing Program co-founders Richard Chess and Tommy Hays, reflecting on newly released books and the day-to-day realities of the writer’s life at a campus student union.
An evening of literary readings and onstage conversation with Great Smokies Writing Program co-founders Richard Chess and Tommy Hays, reflecting on newly released books and the day-to-day realities of the writer’s life at a campus student union.

Lively contra dancing in a campus gym with traditional folk tunes and a community-driven atmosphere focused on joy and connection. Expect group figures, partner changes, and a welcoming social dance culture.

Lively contra dancing in a campus gym with traditional folk tunes and a community-driven atmosphere focused on joy and connection. Expect group figures, partner changes, and a welcoming social dance culture.
Lively contra dancing in a campus gym with traditional folk tunes and a community-driven atmosphere focused on joy and connection. Expect group figures, partner changes, and a welcoming social dance culture.

A lively back to school community bash with free school supplies, prize giveaways, and kid friendly games. Expect bouncy houses, casual eats, and an afternoon focused on family fun and neighborhood connection.

A lively back to school community bash with free school supplies, prize giveaways, and kid friendly games. Expect bouncy houses, casual eats, and an afternoon focused on family fun and neighborhood connection.
A lively back to school community bash with free school supplies, prize giveaways, and kid friendly games. Expect bouncy houses, casual eats, and an afternoon focused on family fun and neighborhood connection.

A community 5K walk run on the UNC Asheville campus centered on mental health awareness and support. Expect a welcoming pace with fellow students and locals, plus advocacy messaging and fundraising for mental wellness resources.

A community 5K walk run on the UNC Asheville campus centered on mental health awareness and support. Expect a welcoming pace with fellow students and locals, plus advocacy messaging and fundraising for mental wellness resources.
A community 5K walk run on the UNC Asheville campus centered on mental health awareness and support. Expect a welcoming pace with fellow students and locals, plus advocacy messaging and fundraising for mental wellness resources.

An evening of literary readings and onstage conversation with program founders Richard Chess and Tommy Hays, reflecting on new books, the writer’s life, and the origins of the Great Smokies Writing Program. Refreshments served; ticket proceeds support the program.

An evening of literary readings and onstage conversation with program founders Richard Chess and Tommy Hays, reflecting on new books, the writer’s life, and the origins of the Great Smokies Writing Program. Refreshments served; ticket proceeds support the program.
An evening of literary readings and onstage conversation with program founders Richard Chess and Tommy Hays, reflecting on new books, the writer’s life, and the origins of the Great Smokies Writing Program. Refreshments served; ticket proceeds support the program.

A daytime open house celebrating a new chiropractic and wellness clinic, with chances to meet the care team, tour the space, and learn about hands on bodywork and holistic services. Casual community drop in vibe for neighbors and new clients.

A daytime open house celebrating a new chiropractic and wellness clinic, with chances to meet the care team, tour the space, and learn about hands on bodywork and holistic services. Casual community drop in vibe for neighbors and new clients.
A daytime open house celebrating a new chiropractic and wellness clinic, with chances to meet the care team, tour the space, and learn about hands on bodywork and holistic services. Casual community drop in vibe for neighbors and new clients.

Ecstatic dance night with DJ Bobcat spinning a rhythmic, body-led set for student orientation week. A come as you are, sober friendly movement space focused on feeling at home in your body and connecting with new and longtime locals.

Ecstatic dance night with DJ Bobcat spinning a rhythmic, body-led set for student orientation week. A come as you are, sober friendly movement space focused on feeling at home in your body and connecting with new and longtime locals.
Ecstatic dance night with DJ Bobcat spinning a rhythmic, body-led set for student orientation week. A come as you are, sober friendly movement space focused on feeling at home in your body and connecting with new and longtime locals.

A social group hike to Catawba Falls with a waterfall-focused trail route and a steady, moderate pace. Expect a daytime meetup that emphasizes fresh air, shared miles, and casual conversation in the forest.

A social group hike to Catawba Falls with a waterfall-focused trail route and a steady, moderate pace. Expect a daytime meetup that emphasizes fresh air, shared miles, and casual conversation in the forest.
A social group hike to Catawba Falls with a waterfall-focused trail route and a steady, moderate pace. Expect a daytime meetup that emphasizes fresh air, shared miles, and casual conversation in the forest.
A welcoming weekly circle blending guided reflection, shared silence, and community meditation practice. Set up as a relaxed group sit geared for newcomers and regulars alike seeking calm and connection.
A welcoming weekly circle blending guided reflection, shared silence, and community meditation practice. Set up as a relaxed group sit geared for newcomers and regulars alike seeking calm and connection.
A welcoming weekly circle blending guided reflection, shared silence, and community meditation practice. Set up as a relaxed group sit geared for newcomers and regulars alike seeking calm and connection.
A two day Food is Medicine convening that links local food systems with health outcomes through partner meetups, shared resources, and community focused conversations. Emphasis on collaboration across organizations to strengthen regional wellness and food access.
A two day Food is Medicine convening that links local food systems with health outcomes through partner meetups, shared resources, and community focused conversations. Emphasis on collaboration across organizations to strengthen regional wellness and food access.
A two day Food is Medicine convening that links local food systems with health outcomes through partner meetups, shared resources, and community focused conversations. Emphasis on collaboration across organizations to strengthen regional wellness and food access.

Daytime social meetup for older adults centered on casual conversation and group activities in a community center setting. A relaxed way to build friendships, stay engaged, and connect with local peers.

Daytime social meetup for older adults centered on casual conversation and group activities in a community center setting. A relaxed way to build friendships, stay engaged, and connect with local peers.
Daytime social meetup for older adults centered on casual conversation and group activities in a community center setting. A relaxed way to build friendships, stay engaged, and connect with local peers.

A late-evening gathering in Biltmore Park Town Square centered on a “mission accomplished” theme, designed for neighbors to connect outdoors in a lively public plaza setting.

A late-evening gathering in Biltmore Park Town Square centered on a “mission accomplished” theme, designed for neighbors to connect outdoors in a lively public plaza setting.
A late-evening gathering in Biltmore Park Town Square centered on a “mission accomplished” theme, designed for neighbors to connect outdoors in a lively public plaza setting.