Check out our college open houses, attend an LGBTQ+ Welcome Mixer, hear about our Provost’s own college journey and more with our upcoming events!
Looking for more? Check out the UCCS online calendar at Mountain Lion Connect or visit ClubMatch to find a group that’s right for you!
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Campus Events
MONDAY
Student Club and Organization Orientation
Monday, Sept. 11 at 10 – 10:45 a.m. and 1 – 1:45 p.m. | Student Life Lounge (UC 102)
- In-person club and organization orientation
Practicing Happiness
Monday, Sept. 11 from 12 – 1 p.m. | Wellness Center Art Therapy room (meeting room 2)
- Our Happiness Groups are practical and empowering programs based current research on positive psychology, coping skills, and happiness. The concepts covered in this group are based on years of groundbreaking scientific research about what does and does not make people truly (and sustainably) happy. Please register in advance here.
TUESDAY
Study Abroad Fair
Tuesday, Sept. 12 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. | West Lawn
- Come join us for our Study Abroad Fair to learn about all the programs that we will be holding and all the options you have to study abroad!
Student Club and Organization Orientation
Tuesday, Sept. 12 from 12 – 12:45 p.m. and 2 – 2:45 p.m. | Student Life Lounge (UC 102)
- In-person club and organization orientation
Abroad 101 Tuesday Session
Tuesday, Sept. 12 from 3 – 4 p.m. | Virtual Event
- Come join us to learn how you can start the process to study abroad. We will go over applying, getting accepted and going on your trip. Virtual meeting details here.
Ready for Wellness Relay Races
Tuesday, Sept. 12 from 5 – 6 p.m. | Summit Turf
- This relay race will be a fun and engaging way for students to learn about wellness. Register for the event here.
Virtual Speed Friending (LGBTQ+ Welcome Mixer)
Tuesday, Sept. 12 from 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. | Virtual Event
- Heard of Speed dating? This is Speed Friending! Tune into the virtual LGBTQ+ Welcome Mixer and get ready to connect and learn more about the MOSAIC and the LGBTQ+ Resource Center and our LGBTQ+ student groups. Virtual meeting details here.
Learn to Climb Series
Each Tuesday in September from 6 – 7:30 p.m. | SOLE Center
- In this series, participants will learn the art and skill of rock climbing with each lesson focusing on a different climbing topic. Learn more about the series and price here, with discounts for students and members.
WEDNESDAY
Student Club and Organization Orientation
Wednesday, Sept. 13 from 10 – 10:45 a.m. and 1 – 1:45 p.m. | Student Life Lounge (UC 102)
- In-person club and organization orientation
Abroad 101 Wednesday Session
Wednesday, Sept. 13 from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | Virtual Event
- Join us to learn how you can start the process to study abroad as we go over applying, getting accepted and going on your trip. Virtual meeting details here.
Latinx Board Games
Wednesday, Sept. 13 from 12 – 2 p.m. | MOSAIC and LGBTQ+ Resource Center (UC 110)
- Join us for a Latinx Board Games night!
College Open House #1 – Beth-El College of Nursing & Health Science
Wednesday, Sept. 13 from 2 – 3 p.m. | UC 302
- If you didn’t have enough time for an in-depth discussion with the six colleges during College Fest at Gateway Days, then these events are for you! This is your opportunity to talk to deans, faculty, college academic advisors, and former and current students to explore the degrees, programs, and career paths for the six colleges at UCCS with free food and giveaways! See dates for other open houses and registration info here.
Club Training: Club FUNding
Wednesday, Sept. 13 from 2 – 3 p.m. | UC 307
- Learn more about the different types of funding available to student orgs and clubs, how to access them, and the proper procedures surrounding funding. This training is open to all members of student clubs and organizations.
September Zumbathon
Wednesday, Sept. 13 from 6 – 7 p.m. | Group Fitness Studio 2
- Zumbathon to celebrate Hispanic and Latinx Heritage Month. An evening of dance and movement.
Knots & Hitches
Wednesday, Sept. 13 from 6 – 7:30 p.m. | Mountain Lion Meeting Room
- Learn how to tie climbing knots, hitches and more from our SOLE staff!
THURSDAY
Student Club and Organization Orientation
Thursday, Sept. 14 from 12 – 12:45 p.m. and 2 – 2:45 p.m. | Student Life Lounge (UC 102)
- In-person club and organization orientation
Pronouns 101 Workshop
Thursday, Sept. 14 from 10 – 11 a.m. | MOSAIC and LGBTQ+ Resource Center (UC 110)
- Learn about inclusive pronoun usage and develop further knowledge on gender diversity!
Short Term Info Session
Thursday, Sept. 14 from 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. | Virtual Event
- Not wanting to go on a study abroad trip that lasts an entire semester or year? Join us to learn about some shorter programs that we offer. Virtual meeting details here.
Intro to Mountain Bike Series (September)
Each Thursday in Sept. from 6 – 7:30 p.m. | SOLE Center
- Learn the basics of mountain biking in this series. Learn more about the series and price here, with discounts for students and members.
2023 Johnson Beth-El Welcome and Resource Fair
Thursday, Sept. 14 from 12 – 1:30 p.m. | Hybl Center
- Meet and greet with Johnson Beth-El program faculty and students while you learn about UCCS campus resources and programs to aid your success as a future health care professional. Come for the pizza and stay for the prizes, like meeting new friends!
Finding Funding
Thursday, Sept. 14 from 2 – 3 p.m. | Virtual Event
- Register TODAY for the Center for Student Research’s Finding Funding Event! In this 45 minute virtual event, students will learn how to navigate common search engines for grants and fellowships to help fund research, creative works, and even your graduate education! Virtual meeting details here.
FRIDAY
Inclusive Belonging Spotlight Series with Provost Dr. Nancy Marchand-Martella
Friday, Sept. 15 from 8:30 – 9:30 a.m. | Dwire 204
- The Division of DEI Presents: The Inclusive Belonging Spotlight Series. This series explores the impactful DEI efforts of UCCS departments, individuals, and organizations in Colorado Springs. Join the Office of DEI Education & Outreach as we hear from our UCCS Provost Dr. Nancy Marchand-Martella on their journey as a first-generation college student to her role as Provost.
Student Club and Organization Orientation
Friday, Sept. 15 from 10 – 10:45 a.m. and 1 – 1:45 p.m. | Student Life Lounge (UC 102)
- In-person club and organization orientation
SATURDAY
14er Hike – La Plata
Saturday, Sept. 16 at 6 a.m. to Sunday, Sept. 17 at 7:30 | Twin Lakes
- Join SOLE for our favorite overnight trip. Details and pricing here.
Athletics
MEN’S SOCCER
Oklahoma Christian at UCCS
Thursday, Sept. 14 at 7:30 p.m. | Mountain Lion Stadium
Rogers State at UCCS
Saturday, Sept. 16 at 1 p.m. | Mountain Lion Stadium
VOLLEYBALL
South Dakota Mines at UCCS
Thursday, Sept. 14 at 6 p.m. | Gallogly Events Center
Black Hills State at UCCS
Friday, Sept. 15 at 6 p.m. | Gallogly Events Center
- WHITE OUT NIGHT! The first 300 UCCS students to the match receive a FREE White Out t-shirt!
WOMEN’S SOCCER
Point Loma at UCCS
Thursday, Sept. 14 at 5 p.m. | Mountain Lion Stadium
Arts & Culture
Wellness Wednesdays
Wednesday, Sept. 13 at 12:30 p.m. | Ent Center for the Arts
- Join us for free, 1-hour movement sessions every Wednesday at the Ent Center for the Arts! Please register in advance and learn more here.
Jongo Dance Performance
Saturday, Sept. 16 at 2:30 p.m. | Ent Center for the Arts
- After a week of learning from Jongo Masters Alessandra Ribeiro and Bianca Lúcia Martins Lopes, students at UCCS will perform – dance, play, and sing – Jongo, an Afro-Brazilian tradition.
Check out the 2023 schedule at the Ent Center!
For more events on campus, check out Mountain Lion Connect, our central campus events calendar.