Football Early Arrival


Information regarding the early arrival for incoming students who are football athletes.

Northwestern football team running out onto the field

Football Early Arrival Schedule 2026

Monday, August 10

Time Event Location
9:30 a.m.–
10:30 a.m.
Check In

Ericksen Center, Eagle Room

9:30 a.m.–11:30 Move In

Various Residence Dorms

11:30 a.m.–
12:30 p.m.
Lunch Billy Graham Commons, Main Dining

12:30 p.m.–1:00 p.m.

Parents Meetings Totino Center, F2128
12:30 p.m.–1:00 p.m. Breakaway Groups Robertson Student Center, Lobby
1:00 p.m.–1:15 p.m. Family Goodbye  
1:15 p.m.–
3:15 p.m.
Athletics Sessions & Concussion Screening 

Totino Center, F2128

3:30 p.m.–
5:00 p.m.
Time with Trainers & Equipment Check Out Ericksen Center Gym

Additional schedule details will come from the Athletics Department and/or coaches.

All new students are required to attend New Student Orientation, including students who are also athletes. Certain Orientation activities may be optional, if conflicting with a varsity sport. Contact the UNW Athletics Department or orientation@unwsp.edu with specific questions.