Throughout the summer before you arrive on campus, the College will host a variety of virtual events to connect incoming students and families to resources across campus. All recorded webinars are linked on this website. To view upcoming events and recorded sessions, click on the sections below.
Additional webinars and registration links will be added as details are confirmed. Check back soon!
JUNE
— Thursday, June 11 · 10:00 AM CDT — College Orientation Panel 2026 — Have questions about Orientation? Join current O-Team leaders to learn about Pre-Orientation Programs, Peer Mentors, and getting a jump start on your first year. Register here
— Tuesday, June 16 · 1:00 PM CDT — Academic Support Services — Learn about the Center for College Student Success, Student Disability Services, and College Academic Support Services, followed by open Q&A. Register here
— Thursday, June 18 · 1:00 PM CDT — Intro to Research & Library Services — Learn about the Center for Research and Fellowship and UChicago Libraries, followed by open Q&A. Register here
— Thursday, June 25 · 12:00–1:30 PM CDT — Introduction to the College Core Curriculum — Learn about UChicago's distinctive Core curriculum and what to expect from your classes, presented by the College Academic Advising Office. Register here
JULY
— Thursday, July 2 · 12:00 PM CDT — Transfer Student Welcome Webinar — learn more about the transfer credit evaluation, advising requirements, and transfer student resources with offices within the Dean of the Students of the College division. Register here
— Wednesday, July 8 · 1:00 PM CDT — Student Wellness Webinar — Get an overview of Student Wellness at UChicago, including medical services, mental health resources, and wellness opportunities. Register here
— Tuesday, July 14 · 12:00 PM CDT — Intro to Academic Advising & Preparing for Your First Appointment — Learn how to make the most of working with your Academic Adviser and prepare for Autumn Quarter pre-registration. Register here
— Wednesday, July 15 · 7:00 PM CDT — Financial Aid – Offering 1 — Presented by the University of Chicago Office of Financial Aid. Register here
— Sunday, July 19 · 1:00 PM CDT — Financial Aid – Offering 2 — Presented by the University of Chicago Office of Financial Aid. Register here
— Wednesday, July 22 · 12:00 PM CDT — Pre-Health Information Session — Considering a pre-health path? CAAO and Careers in Healthcare present an overview of major possibilities and academic requirements for health-related careers. Register here
— Wednesday, July 29 · 1:00 PM CDT — Safety & Security at UChicago — Hear from the Department of Safety and Security, Campus and Student Life, and the University of Chicago Police Department on keeping you safe on campus. Register here
AUGUST
— Tuesday, August 4 · 1:00 PM CDT — Major Exploration Chats with UCMP Peer Mentors — Drop into breakout rooms to hear from current students about their majors and ask questions about their academic journey. (This session is not recorded) Register here
— Thursday, August 13 · 12:00 PM CDT — Autumn Quarter Pre-Registration Overview— Get an overview of pre-registration (Aug. 17–21) with the College Academic Advising and Registrar's Offices. Register here
SEPTEMBER
All webinars hosted by College Orientation will be recorded and linked below within one business week, unless noted otherwise above.
Unique programming for incoming first-year and transfer students.