Multicultural Pre-Orientation
Welcome to Northwestern! You’re invited to our pre-orientation experience designed for multicultural students and international students.
Multicultural Pre-Orientation is an onboarding experience custom-built for international students, Missionary Kids (MKs), Third Culture Kids (TCKs), and students of any multicultural background across our metro area or the country!
This pre-orientation opportunity supports transition into UNW’s campus, culture, and community. By participating, you will begin your Northwestern journey better equipped for campus life and studies. This experience features:
- Early move-in to dorms
- Lunch Gathering with University Leadership
- Introduction to multicultural programs & resources
- Forming early connections to a network of peers and supportive staff
Interested in attending Multicultural Pre-Orientation? Register using your admissions portal. We can’t wait to see you there!
(Note: This Pre-Orientation is required for incoming Mosaic Scholars. With questions, Mosaic Scholars should contact the Mosaic Program advisor.)
Multicultural Pre-Orientation is followed by New Student Orientation which is mandatory for all incoming students. Orientation is August 21-25, 2026.
For questions about Pre-Orientation or New Student Orientation, contact the Orientation Team at orientation@unwsp.edu.
Multicultural Pre-Orientation Schedule
Thursday, August 20
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 8:00 a.m.– 10:15 a.m. |
Check-In for New Resident Students |
Billy Graham Commons, Atrium |
| 11:15 a.m. | Commuter Student Check-In |
Billy Graham Commons, Atrium |
| 12:00 p.m.– 1:15 p.m. |
Community Lunch & Welcome *Students are served lunch free of charge. Parents and guest are invited to join for lunch, at a cost of $8.00 per person. |
Billy Graham Commons, Second Floor |
| 1:30 p.m. | Student Session: Cultural Identity | Billy Graham Commons |
| 1:30 p.m. | Session for Parents & Guests | Billy Graham Commons |
| 2:30 p.m. |
Session: Student Leaders Panel |
Billy Graham Commons |
| 3:15 p.m. | Family Goodbye | |
| 4:00 p.m. | Small Group Activities | Nazareth Hall, Veranda |
| 5:00 p.m. | Group Photo | |
| 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. | Dinner | Off-Campus (Transportation Provided) |
| 7:30 – 9:30 p.m. | Bowling Social | Off-Campus, at Flaherty’s Arden Bowl (Transportation Provided) |
More questions?
If you have questions about Multicultural Pre-Orientation or other Orientation events, please contact orientation@unwsp.edu.
