New Student Programs

The Office of New Student Programs is dedicated to promoting the success of new students by enhancing student engagement on campus. We are available to assist students in locating UIW resources that will lead to their academic success. New students learn to understand “you own your education,” which introduces self-responsibility and an awareness of the path to success!

The Landing - UIW Student Lounge

NEW Location: Student Engagement Center 2063

The Landing is in a new location! We are still in the SEC but have moved to the second floor by the elevator.

Need somewhere to hang out between classes, heat up your lunch, or work on a project? Stop by The Landing, a student lounge designed to allow you to relax in between classes and meet with your New Student Peer Mentor! We have snacks, a microwave, coffee, board games and workshops! 

Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.

The Landing will be closed for the summer from Friday, May 8 - Friday, August 21.  

NSP Welcome Week Events

New Student Programs will be celebrating Welcome Week with events in The Landing (SEC 2063). Stop by and join in on the fun!

• Monday, Aug. 24, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m., Welcome & Monday Makeover. Stop by for snacks, sign our Semester Goals banner and let us know what your First Day Feelings are.
• Tuesday, Aug. 25, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m., Tuesday Trivia. How well do you know UIW? Show off your Cardinal knowledge and be entered in a raffle for a $25 Amazon gift card.
• Wednesday, Aug. 26, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m., Cookies for Cardinals/Ask a Peer Mentor. Grab a mid-week sweet treat and ask our Peer Mentors any questions you may have about UIW. 
• Thursday, Aug. 27, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m., Create Your Vision Board. What do you want to achieve this semester? Get crafty and design your own vision board.
• Thursday, Aug. 27, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m., Welcome BBQ. Stop by Dubuis Lawn for a sausage wrap, chips and a drink, courtesy of the UIW Parent and Family Association.

NSP Wellness Workshops

NSP Programming is Under Construction! Fall activities and events will be posted soon...

Fall Checklist

Fall 2026 classes start on August 24! Complete these tasks for a smooth start to the semester.

Submit the Insurance Waiver: The deadline to submit the insurance waiver is September 4. If you have private insurance, submit the waiver and avoid the insurance charge.

Pay Your Tuition: Contact the UIW Business Office for assistance with paying tuition and fees or setting up a payment plan.

Purchase your Parking Permit: Don't get a ticket on the first day of class! Visit Cardinal Cars in your Cardinal Apps to purchase your parking permit.

Advising: Connect with your academic advisor to make any major or schedule changes before classes start.

NSP is here to help you connect with on campus resources. Stop by SEC 2063 for assistance! 

Mark your Calendars

Important Dates: 

• May 8 - August 21: The Landing will be closed for the summer.
• August 21: Cardinal Prep Day event for new students.
• August 24: First day of fall classes.
• September 7: Labor Day. No classes and UIW offices are closed.

(Dates are subject to change. View the UIW Academic Calendar for updates.)