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Office of the Dean of Students TLC 232

Physical Address:
875 Line Street
Moscow, ID 83844

Mailing Address:
875 Perimeter Drive
Moscow, Idaho 83844-2431

Phone: 208-885-6757

Fax: 208-885-9494

Email: askjoe@uidaho.edu

Web: Strategic Plan

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Week of Welcome

The text "Week of Welcome Aug. 22-27, 2022" imposed over an image of new students arranged in an I.

Vandal Week of Welcome events are designed for new and returning students. Check out the schedule below for activities, programs and trips around campus and the local community. 

Looking to get involved on campus? Recreation and WellbeingVandal Entertainment and the Department of Student Involvement are hosting many of the activities during Vandal Week of Welcome and are great ways to engage with the Vandal community throughout the rest of the year.

First Day of School Photos 

  • Commemorate the start of the Fall 2022 semester with a back-to-school photo.
  • ISUB Rotunda | 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
  • Presented by DSI

First Week Basic Climbing Clinics

  • If you're new to climbing, come on in and get a basics clinic out of the way to enjoy the Climbing Center throughout the school year. 
  • SRC Climbing Center | 6-8 p.m.
  • Includes shoes, harness and belay device.
  • Students: $8 | All Others: $13
  • Presented by RecWell

 

Vandal Bears & Semester Wishes

  • Make your own Vandal Bear filled with wishes for your Fall 2022 semester.
  • ISUB Rotunda | 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
  • Presented by Vandal Entertainment

Spikeball Social

  • Join the Wellbeing Ambassadors for Spikeball. No experience needed. All are welcome!
  • SRC Lawn | 6-8 p.m.
  • Presented by RecWell

    First Week Basic Climbing Clinics

    • If you're new to climbing, come on in and get a basics clinic out of the way to enjoy the Climbing Center throughout the school year. 
    • SRC Climbing Center | 6-8 p.m.
    • Includes shoes, harness and belay device.
    • Students: $8 | All Others: $13
    • Presented by RecWell

    Daytime Distraction: 60-second Challenge

    • ISUB Plaza | 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
    • Presented by Vandal Entertainment

    Therapy Dogs Health Hut

    • Join us to rest, relax, and recharge with Therapy Dogs from Palouse Paws. Drop-in as your schedule allows. 
    • ISUB Plaza | 2-4 p.m.
    • Presented by RecWell

    IM Cornhole Tournament

    • Men's, Women's and Co-Rec brackets based on entries received.
    • SRC Lawn | 4 p.m.
    • $10/team; register by Tuesday, Aug. 23 at the SRC
    • Presented by RecWell

    First Week Basic Climbing Clinics

    • If you're new to climbing, come on in and get a basics clinic out of the way to enjoy the Climbing Center throughout the school year. 
    • SRC Climbing Center | 6-8 p.m.
    • Includes shoes, harness and belay device.
    • Students: $8 | All Others: $13
    • Presented by RecWell

    Laughter Yoga

    • Laughter Yoga is laughing with a purpose. We know that laughing provides many wellbeing benefits and connection. Laughter Yoga uses breathing techniques and laughing with light motion to do this. All activity levels and abilities welcome.
    • Admin Lawn | 1:30-2 p.m.
    • Presented by RecWell

    Smoothie Demo

    • Join us to try a new smoothie sample in the SRC and learn new smoothie recipes.
    • SRC Atrium | 4-6 p.m.
    • Presented by RecWell

    First Week Basic Climbing Clinics

    • If you're new to climbing, come on in and get a basics clinic out of the way to enjoy the Climbing Center throughout the school year. 
    • SRC Climbing Center | 6-8 p.m.
    • Includes shoes, harness and belay device.
    • Students: $8 | All Others: $13
    • Presented by RecWell

    Screen on the Green: The Lost City

    • Tower Lawn
    • Movie begins at dusk
    • Presented by DSI and Vandal Entertainment

      FEMfest

      • Join the Women's Center for our annual observance of Women's Equality Day, which commemorates the anniversary of the ratification of the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution which gave many U.S. women the right to vote.
      • ISUB | 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
      • Presented by the Women's Center

      Free Rental Friday

      • Take advantage of all the Climbing Center has to offer with no rental fees!
      • SRC Climbing Center | Noon to 9 p.m.
      • Presented by RecWell

      First Week Basic Climbing Clinics

      • If you're new to climbing, come on in and get a basics clinic out of the way to enjoy the Climbing Center throughout the school year. 
      • SRC Climbing Center | 6-8 p.m.
      • Includes shoes, harness and belay device.
      • Students: $8 | All Others: $13
      • Presented by RecWell

      Neon Nights Paint Party

      • Tower Lawn | 8:30-10:30 p.m.
      • Presented by Vandal Entertainment

      Spruce the Palouse

      • Environmental stewardship starts here! Volunteer with the Student Sustainability Coop and the Palouse Clearwater Environmental Institute to meet you service-learning or philanthropic requirements. Please bring water and closed-toe shoes. 
      • 9-11 a.m.
      • Email ssc@uidaho.edu for location
      • Presented by Student Sustainability Coop and the Palouse Clearwater Environmental Institute

      IM 4-on-4 Sand Volleyball Tournament

      • Play begins at 10 a.m. at Wallace Sand Volleyball Court
      • $10/team
      • sign up at the SRC by Thursday, Aug. 25
      • Presented by RecWell

      Vandal Welcome Raft

      • Enjoy a whitewater rafting trip on the Salmon River to kick off the school year. Sign up at the Outdoor Program Office.
      • Pre-trip: Aug. 25 at 5 p.m.
      • Students: $85 | All Others: $100
      • Includes transportation, equipment and leadership
      • Presented by RecWell

      The Block Party

      • Downtown Moscow | 4-8 p.m.
      • Presented by the City of Moscow, University of Idaho and Moscow Chamber + Visitor Center

         

        Palousafest

        View clips from Palousafest 2018, featuring an inflatable obstacle course, tilt ball and more.

        Serving Your New Community (SYNC)

        First-year students serve with local organizations to learn about their new community and meet other incoming students.

         

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        Contact Us

        Office of the Dean of Students TLC 232

        Physical Address:
        875 Line Street
        Moscow, ID 83844

        Mailing Address:
        875 Perimeter Drive
        Moscow, Idaho 83844-2431

        Phone: 208-885-6757

        Fax: 208-885-9494

        Email: askjoe@uidaho.edu

        Web: Strategic Plan

        Meet the Team Map