Welcome New Huskies! OMA&D Welcome Daze is your ticket to learning about the wonderful programs and services offered to UW first year students, so they can learn about campus and community resources, as well as connect with current students, OMA&D staff and faculty of color from across campus. We are a part of the greater UW Dawg Daze welcome events.
Welcome Daze 2026 Events
N8V Welcome Day
Welcome N8V Day | 12:00pm – 3:00pm – Wednesday, September 30, 2026
Welcome N8V Day is an event to greet and engage students at the start of the academic year. Students can connect with various student success support groups and learn about available resources. This kickoff event introduces wǝɫǝbʔaltxʷ Intellectual House as a place where students can discover, thrive, and find safety and community. Enjoy snacks and fun activities while you settle in for the upcoming school year!
HSCMSP/STEM Center Open House
HSCMSP/STEM Center Open House | 10:00am – 2:00pm – Wednesday, September 30, 2026
The Health Sciences Minority Student Program (HSCMSP) welcomes under resourced and marginalized students interested in health science, medical, STEM and/or behavioral graduate or professional opportunities at every stage of their university career. Come join us in our HSCMSP/STEM Center at Room 311 in the Mary Gates Hall for snacks and to meet others pursuing health and sciences. Join our HSCMSP Community to learn more about research opportunities, mentorship and learning strategies to help you succeed in your UW journey.
Instructional Center Open House
Instructional Center Open House | 10:00am – 2:00pm – September 30 and October 1
The Instructional Center is OMA&D’s space for academic support for underrepresented minority, first generation and economically disadvantaged students at the UW. During our open house days, we encourage you to drop by, have a snack, and learn about the rich resources that are available to the students who are eligible for our services.
ECC Block Party
ECC Welcome Daze Block Party | 6:00pm – 8:00pm – Thursday, October 1, 2026
The OMA&D kicks off the year of community engagement with a day of fun and energy. We will be partnering up with student organizations, on-campus resources, and community partners in celebrating the beginning of another year with a student-focused social. Highlights of the mixer will include giveaways, caricature artist, henna artist, a photobooth and much more. We look forward to seeing you at the Kelly ECC! Visit our OMA&D Block Party page for more details!
Find Your Community With Us!
We look forward to seeing you during OMA&D Welcome Daze!
