Welcome Week
Welcome to campus, Wolves!
Celebrate the start of a new academic year with Welcome Week, a time for building community, expressing gratitude and making meaningful connections. Each day offers opportunities to meet new people, engage with campus resources, connect with faculty and staff and enjoy fun activities across campus.
Whether you're a new student or returning to FranU, we invite you to join us for any or all of the events happening throughout the week. Let’s kick off the semester with a FRANTASTIC start!
Welcome Week 2026 Event Schedule
Monday, August 17
11 a.m. until 1 p.m.
- Desserts in the library
- T-shirt pickup
- College feud, Jeremiah's Ice and popcorn in the Learning Resource Center
Sponsored by Student Affairs and the University Library
11 a.m. until 1 p.m.
Community Partners, connect with Service Learning
Tuesday, August 18
11 a.m. until 1 p.m.
- Pizza with the President
- Gelato
Sponsored by the President's Office
11 a.m. until 1 p.m.
Community Partners, connect with Service Learning
Wednesday, August 19
10:45 a.m.
- Mass of the Holy Spirit
- Lunch provided after mass
Sponsored by Campus Ministry
10 a.m. until 2p.m.
Wolf Pack Blood Drive sponsored by Medical Lab Science Student Organization
Thursday, August 20
Welcome Week Bash
11 a.m. until 1 p.m.
Located at the Portiunula: Student Belonging Center
Stop by for fun activities and giveaways, along with food and refreshments.
Sponsored by Student Government Association (SGA) and Student Life