Welcome Week

Photo from a Welcome Week

Incoming Honors College students are invited to participate in Welcome Week, a multi-day, early arrival experience full of academic and social programs.

Welcome Week program has the following goals:


Connect students to staff and student leader support to meet health and wellness needs

Provide students with diverse and inclusive spaces to foster connections to enhance sense of belonging in the Honors College community

Introduce students to Changemaking Communities and programs focused on community service, social justice, and social change


Welcome Week Events | 2024

Rutgers vs. Howard Football Game

Thursday, Aug 29, 2024 - 6:00 PM

Enjoy the football season opener for the Scarlet Knights 2024-25 season!                                

Honors College Academic Advising Session—MGSA and EMSOP

Friday, Aug 30, 2024 - 8:45 AM

Meet your Honors College Academic Advising Team and get in-depth information about Honors College school-based requirements.

Class of 2028 Photo

Friday, Aug 30, 2024 - 3:00 PM

Don’t miss out on this historic opportunity to be a part of the Honors College class photo!

Changemaking Mentors & Faculty Fellows Meet & Greet

Friday, Aug 30, 2024 - 4:00 PM

Meet the Changemaking Mentors and Faculty Fellows at this social event with snacks! Learn about the different interests and fields of study that your HC support system has and make new connections.

1:1 Changemaking Mentor Meetups for First-Year Students

Saturday, Aug 31, 2024 - 10:00 AM

Meet with your Changemaking Mentor to learn more about your Changemaking Community and share your goals for the academic year. Talk with your Changemaking Mentor for more details.

HC 101: Drop-In With An Honors College Ambassador

Saturday, Aug 31, 2024 - 1:00 PM

Drop in to meet an Honors College Ambassador for a first floor tour of the Honors College.

HC Serves: Back-To-School Service Project

Sunday, Sep 01, 2024 - 11:00 AM

Join the HC Serves team for the first service project of the academic year by packing school supplies for local New Brunswick elementary school students! All attendees will receive 1 service hour.

Intercultural Meetup/Affinity Group Meetings

Sunday, Sep 01, 2024 - 1:00 PM

Learn about involvement with our student-led affinity groups! Affinity Groups are student led and are intended to provide students with a place to discuss issues directly impacting their experiences at the Honors College and in the greater Rutgers community. Representatives from the Asian Affinity Group, Black Affinity Group, Latinx Affinity Group, LGBTQ+ Affinity Group, and International Student Affinity Group will be present

Douglass Welcome

Monday, Sep 02, 2024 - 10:00 AM

Meet Douglass Honors College students and hear about all of the amazing Venefits through Douglass from your Mentor-In Residence. Not enrolled in Douglass yet? Join us to learn how you can become involved and gain access to special networking events, research, internships, and more. Don’t miss out-there will be food and giveaways!

Honors College Involvement Fair

Monday, Sep 02, 2024 - 1:00 PM

Learn how to get involved in Honors College student organizations from student leaders in the Rodkin Family Courtyard!

Rutgers Culture Fest

Monday, Sep 02, 2024 - 2:00 PM

Check out cultural food trucks, receive free Rutgers and cultural swag, watch cultural performances, and so much more–just across the street from the HC!

Rutgers Involvement Fair

Monday, Sep 02, 2024 - 3:00 PM

Head down College Avenue to get involved with Rutgers  at large by visiting the tables of over 400 student organizations, university departments, and community partners. This event is open to all students.

Late Knight Program: Movie Night 

Thursday, Sep 05, 2024 - 8:00 PM

Join the Changemaking Mentors for a movie night! Bring your own blanket, towel, or sheet to sit comfortably in the Courtyard.

Resource Roundtable

Friday, Sep 06, 2024 - 1:30 PM

Connect with different offices across Rutgers University to learn more about the various resources available to you during your college experience.