Welcome Back: Your Go-To Guide to Fall

From your first day of classes to your last final, the U of A offers resources to support your success every step of the way. Explore the complete Welcome Back Guide for additional campus services, important dates and information to help you make the most of the semester.
From your first day of classes to your last final, the U of A offers resources to support your success every step of the way. Explore the complete Welcome Back Guide for additional campus services, important dates and information to help you make the most of the semester. (University Relations)

A new semester brings new opportunities to learn, get involved and make the most of your Razorback experience. Whether you're a first-year student, graduate student or returning Razorback, the U of A offers resources to help you succeed from day one. Here's a quick checklist of things to do before classes begin, along with links to campus resources that will help you stay connected, informed and ready for the semester ahead.  

Your Fall Semester Checklist

Plan Ahead

  • Attend A-Week events (Aug. 10-16), including the New Student Pep Rally (Aug. 16). 
  • Visit HillFest (Aug. 17) and Razorbash (Aug. 19). 
  • Check out Welcome Week events (Aug. 19-28).  
  • Attend Service on the Hill: A Community Connections Fair (Aug. 21). 
  • Add important academic calendar dates. 

Stay Connected 

  • Follow @uarkansas on social for updates and announcements. 
  • Open Arkansas News Brief in your inbox every Monday to read daily campus stories from across campus. 
  • Join a student organization through HogSync and find campus activities on the campus calendar

Set Yourself Up for Success 

Know Your Safety Resources 

  • Download the SafeZone app and bookmark safety.uark.edu
  • Update your RazALERT information for emergency notifications. 
  • Save Safe Ride (479-575-SAFE) in your phone. 

Take Care of Yourself 

Your Razorback experience is just getting started. Explore the complete Welcome Back Guide for campus resources, student services, upcoming events and everything you need for a successful semester.

Contacts

Brandy Bartholomew, public relations director
University Relations
479-263-8084, brandy.bartho@gmail.com