New Coug Orientation
2026-07-08 08:30 - 15:30, 2026-07-21 08:30 - 15:30, 2026-07-30 11:00 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Welcome to WSU Vancouver! We are so excited you chose to become a VanCoug!
Maybe you’ve attended another pre-orientation program, or this is your first time stepping onto campus. No matter where you’re starting, the New Coug Orientation team is ready to help you connect, prepare and make the most of your first days at WSU Vancouver.
New Coug Orientation helps you navigate campus life, build helpful study habits and feel more confident as you settle into your role as a VanCoug. You’ll experience:

Campus tours to familiarize yourself with classrooms, campus services and other key locations
Information sessions on academic expectations, study skills, and campus resources
Opportunities to meet fellow students, peer mentors, and staff
Guidance on course registration and advising
Insights into student clubs, events, extracurriculars and campus resources
Department open houses for transfer students to meet faculty and students in their major

Please RSVP here: New Coug Orientation.

Fall New Student Kickoff with a Lunch Social
2026-08-21 10:00 - 14:00
You’re invited to join us for the Fall New Student Kickoff!
Save the date! You’re invited to join us for our New Student Kickoff event to welcome new students on Friday, August 21, from 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m., with a lunch social beginning at 1:00 p.m.
This event marks the start of the academic year and brings together new students, faculty, and staff for a welcoming experience. While specific faculty‑led sessions will take place earlier in the day, all faculty and staff are warmly invited to attend the lunch social as an opportunity to connect with incoming students and colleagues.
We hope you’ll join us in welcoming our newest students and helping them start the year strong.
Please RSVP with this form: https://futurecoug.wsu.edu/register/new-student-kickoff
