Adventures await at UIdaho Bound

Tuesday

5 p.m. — Welcome

Let us welcome you to the University of Idaho and get you prepared for a successful Uldaho Bound.

5:15-8 p.m. — Drop-in to a Campus Office for Help

These offices are open all day to assist you! Come by anytime and someone will be available to personally assist you.

• ITS — Need help with your Vandal Accounts
• Office of the Registrar — Transfer questions? Dual credit?
• Admissions — Change your major? Issues with application?
• Financial Aid — Individual breakout rooms for personalized financial aid questions.
• Main Event Room — Lost? This room is staffed by Recruitment Team to help you navigate the event.
• International Programs Office — Are you an international student? We’re here to help. Learn about your next steps.

5:15-6:25 p.m. — Advising 101 and College Q&A

Join your college for an information session on advising and registration. At this session, you’ll sign up for a personal appointment with your advisor. You’ll be able to pick an appointment with a date and time that fits your schedule. Then, stick around for time to hear from your college representatives and ask any questions you may have.

• College of Agricultural and Life Sciences
• College of Art and Architecture
• College of Business and Economics
• College of Education, Health and Human Sciences
• College of Engineering
• College of Letters, Arts and Social Sciences
• College of Natural Resources
• College of Science

5:45-6:30 p.m. — University Honors Program Open House

Whether you are already admitted to the Honors Program or interested in what it has to offer, drop in to learn more. Stop by and ask your questions, then hop off.

6:30-7 p.m. — Informational Session I

Choose one of the following for the whole session timeframe:

• Campus Life
  • Join one of our 200+ clubs and organizations on campus! Learn more ways to get involved through a variety of unique extracurricular activities presented by our Department of Student Involvement
• Housing and Residence Life
  • Here for you. Every day. Engage, thrive and succeed surrounded by supportive and trained live-in staff. Vandal Living offers you safety, academic support and interactive programs to get to know your Vandal community. Where you choose your own path and select your own living space. Join us and hear from students and staff about why they love living on-campus!
• Fraternity and Sorority Life
  • Join members of the Fraternity and Sorority Life Staff for an engaging overview of our community. Gather all the information you need about the value of membership in a fraternity/sorority, fall recruitment details, chapter facilities/costs and get the answers to all your questions!
• Center for Disability Access and Resources
  • Learn how to request accommodation through the Center for disability Access and Resources and some common accommodations.
• Academic Support Programs
  • Get connected to campus resources! Come learn all about the rich academic support services available to you so that you can reach your academic, professional and personal goals.

7:15-7:45 p.m. — Informational Session II

Choose one of the following for the whole session timeframe:

• Housing and Residence Life
  • Here for you. Every day. Engage, thrive and succeed surrounded by supportive and trained live-in staff. Vandal Living offers you safety, academic support and interactive programs to get to know your Vandal community. Where you choose your own path and select your own living space. Join us and hear from students and staff about why they love living on campus!
• Fraternity and Sorority Life
  • Join members of the Fraternity and Sorority Life Staff for an engaging overview of our community. Gather all the information you need about the value of membership in a fraternity/sorority, fall recruitment details, chapter facilities/costs and get the answers to all your questions!
• Academic Support Programs
  • Get connected to campus resources! Come learn all about the rich academic support services available to you so that you can reach your academic, professional and personal goals.

8-8:30 p.m. — International Services Information Session

International Services is committed to providing immigration advising, programming and comprehensive support to international students and their dependents. Join us and learn how to prepare for your journey to University of Idaho.

June 14 and 21, July 12 and 26

9-9:30 a.m. — Welcome and Check-In

• Bruce Pitman Center Veranda/Tribal Lounge
• Get started. Let us welcome you to campus and help you start off your day.
• Fall 2024 Course Registration (By Appointment)
  • Need to register for Fall 2024 classes? Sign up at check-in for an appointment with your academic advisor. Not sure if you are all set? That’s okay! Stop by the table to ask.

9-11 a.m. — Open House Location

• Across Campus
• This is your day! Visit as many key campus locations as you want. Use your map to find the locations you want to visit.
  • College of Art and Architecture
  • College of Agriculture and Life Science
  • College of Business and Economics
  • College of Education, Health and Human Sciences
  • College of Engineering
  • College of Letters, Arts and Social Sciences
  • College of Natural Resources
  • College of Science
  • Vandal Success Center
  • Housing and Residence Life
  • Student Recreation Center
  • University of Idaho Library
  • Career Services
  • Pre-Health Professions and University
  • Honors Program
  • Fraternity and Sorority Life

11 a.m. to noon — Dean of Students Panel Discussion

• Pitman Center International Ballroom
• Bring questions, get answers. Interact with a panel of U of I employees.

Noon to 12:30 p.m. — Lunch Break

• Pitman Center
• Take a break and relax over lunch or mingle with current students and employees.

12:30-2 p.m. — Student Resource Information Fair

• Pitman Center Vandal Ballroom
• We’re bringing campus to you. Learn more about the programs and resources available to students by visiting tables and chatting with staff and students. Note: department participation varies by event date.

12:30-2 p.m. — Explore U of I

Take your choice of three university tours.

• Vandal Campus Tour
  • Tour departs from Pitman Center Veranda
  • Spend 60 minutes exploring U of I campus with one of our Vandal REPS tour guides. This walking tour will help you understand life as a Vandal and what campus offers students!
• Fraternity and Sorority Life Tour
  • Tour departs from Pitman Center Veranda
  • Have you ever wondered what life is like in a sorority or fraternity chapter house? Join us as we explore some of our beautiful chapter facilities to learn what it’s like for our members to live and learn together. Note: chapter availability varies by event date.
• Residence Hall Tour
  • Tours start from Wallace, Tower and LLC locations
  • See the variety of residence hall options for incoming students.

Sample UIdaho Bound schedule for spring events

2024 schedule provided for your reference. Check back in March for 2025 schedule. Event registrants will receive email updates with parking and final schedule details."

Friday

4-6 p.m. — Taking Care of Business 

ICCU Arena Practice Gym

Prepare for your Vandal adventure and take care of business while you’re here.

• Financial Aid
• Office of the Registrar
• Student Accounts
• Student Technology Center
• Student Health Insurance Program
• Office of Admissions
• Fraternity and Sorority Life
• Housing and Residence Life
• Idaho Eats
• Parking and Transportation

4-5 p.m. — Tours 

Depart from ICCU Arena East Patio

• Campus
  • Discover University of Idaho’s stunning campus on this 60-minute walking tour.
• Fraternity or Sorority
  • Get an inside look at life in a fraternity or sorority house.
• Residence Halls
  • Check out the variety of residence hall options for incoming students.

Saturday

Planning to register for Fall 2024 classes today?

Stop by the Academic Advising table and confirm your appointment. Advising is scheduled throughout the day and runs concurrent to other UIdaho Bound programming.

7:30 a.m. to noon — Taking Care of Business 

ICCU Arena Practice Gym

Get prepared for your Vandal adventure and take care of business while you’re here.

• Financial Aid
• Office of the Registrar
• Student Accounts
• Student Technology Center
• Student Health Insurance Program
• Office of Admissions
• Fraternity and Sorority Life
• Housing and Residence Life
• Idaho Eats
• Parking and Transportation

9 a.m. — UIdaho Bound Kick-Off 

ICCU Arena Main Stage

Gear up for the day and learn how to maximize your experience.

9:45-10:45 a.m. — College Showcase 

Various Campus Locations

Students and families: Join your academic college for an informational session to learn more about the programs and resources available to you, meet employees and students.

• College of Agricultural and Life Sciences
  • Agricultural Science Building, Room 106
• College of Art and Architecture
  • Art and Architecture North, Room 022
• College of Business and Economics
  • Albertson Building, Room 102
• College of Engineering
  • Janssen Engineering Building, Room 104
• College of Education, Health and Human Sciences
  • Education, Health and Human Sciences Building, 3rd Floor
• College of Letters, Arts and Social Sciences
  • Administration Building Auditorium
• College of Natural Resources
  • College of Natural Resources Building, Room 010
• College of Science
  • Renfrew Hall, Room 125

11 a.m. to 5 p.m. — Fall 2024 Course Registration (Registration time confirmed at check-in) 

University Library

During your scheduled advising time, visit the Library to ensure you’re on track with your academic plans. Our dedicated advisors are available to provide guidance, answer your questions and assist you in navigating the course registration process.

11 a.m. to 1 p.m. — Tours 

Idaho Student Union Building Plaza (leaving approximately every 15 minutes, last one at 1 p.m.)

• Campus
  • Discover University of Idaho’s stunning campus on this 60-minute walking tour.
• Fraternity or Sorority
  • Get an inside look at life in a fraternity or sorority house.
• Residence Halls
  • Check out the variety of residence hall options for incoming students.
• Apartment Tour
  • Check out one of four on-campus apartment options for our transfer and non-traditional students.
• Student Recreation Center
  • Take a peek at the university’s student fitness center.
• Library
  • Drop in and learn about the many library resources available to students.

11 a.m. to 2 p.m. — Student Activities and Information Fair 

Memorial Gymnasium

Browse the fair and check out what U of I has to offer. Student clubs, organizations and student success offices are just a few of the groups you’ll see.

11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. — Lunch 

Idaho Student Union Atrium, 1st Floor

Take a break and enjoy lunch on us.

Noon to 12:45 p.m. — Information Sessions I

• Ins and Outs of College Finances
  • Idaho Student Union Building, Clearwater Whitewater Room, 1st Floor
  • Join this session to learn about the variety of ways to help pay for college.
• Multicultural Support Services
  • Idaho Student Union Building, Panorama Room, 4th Floor
  • Learn about the cultural, academic and social support provided to our multicultural students — and the campus-wide programs offered to you as a University of Idaho student.
• Getting Involved and Campus Life
  • Idaho Student Union Building, Crest Horizon Room, 4th Floor
  • This session will cover many ways to engage in campus life — including student government, student clubs and organizations, student media, civic engagement and volunteerism, Vandal Entertainment and much more.

1-1:45 p.m. — Information Sessions II

• All About Music
  • Idaho Student Union Building, Clearwater Whitewater Room, 1st Floor
  • Check out the many opportunities available to you — regardless of your major.
• Center for Disability Access and Resources
  • Idaho Student Union Building, Panorama Room, 4th Floor
  • Students with disabilities, learn how to get accommodations to support your educational journey. Learn the difference between high school and college supports and how to qualify for accommodations at the college level. Discuss what types of accommodations you can expect when you apply to the Center for Disability Access and Resources.
• University Honors Program
  • Idaho Student Union Building Aurora Room, 4th Floor
  • Are you interested in studying with a community of scholars who share your academic ambitions? Learn about the University Honors Program.
• Academic Support Programs
  • Idaho Student Union Building, Crest Horizon Room, 4th Floor
  • Want to meet your academic goals at U of I? Get an overview of the services available to support your studies.

2 p.m. — How to Support Your Vandal 

ICCU Arena Main Stage

Hear from the Dean of Students about the resources available to Vandal Families and students and how to help your student be successful at University of Idaho.

3 p.m. — Safe Travels 

ICCU Arena 

Final questions? Join the admissions staff for popcorn and soda before hitting the road.