UHD Virtual Welcome Week 2.0
Gators Invited to Welcome Week’s Reboot: September 8 – 11
By Sheryl E. Taylor
The pandemic and Hurricane Laura’s anticipation and preparation hasn’t stopped a more than 30-year UHD tradition of Welcome Week!
Originally set for August 24 – 28, the new reboot—Welcome Week 2.0: September 8 – 11—is still full of activities including the Drive-In Movie event featuring Marvel’s “Black Panther.”
Welcome Week is a collaboration with the Office of Student Activities — in partnership with other departments including, Sports & Fitness, Office of Disability Services, Main Career Center, Student Counseling, Veterans Services, Dean of Students Office, Student Government Association, Center for Student Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, UHD Police, Facilities Management and UHD Northwest.
“Despite the new normal surrounding our nation, state and University, we have prepared an amazing week of events to help acclimate those who are new and returning to the Gator Family,” said Tremaine Kwasikpui, Director of Student Activities. “We have a great week planned this fall. All are invited to network with fellow Gators, enjoy activities and amazing prizes. I’m so proud of my colleagues and departments for making such a meaningful week.”
As always, all Welcome Week activities are open to all students; however, some events have a maximum cap of 50 – 100 students. Overall, Kwasikpui expects at least a minimum of 1,000 to join during the all-virtual events.
Welcome Week 2.0 Event Schedule
Tuesday, Sept. 8
All Day:
- FIFA 20 Online Tournament Pool Play
- Career Scavenger Hunt
Gator Fit Fitness Class
11 – 11:30 a.m.
https://uhd.zoom.us/my/stayfit
Code: sym4Xy
Zumba Fitness Class
Noon – 12:45 p.m.
https://uhd.zoom.us/my/stayfit
Code: sym4Xy
UHD Student Counseling Services:
GatorAID: Give a Tip, Take a Tip - Building in Breaks & Relaxation
Noon –1 p.m.
https://uhd.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_b-jcdY9KSs68PcMhI62QAQ
Sports Chat
2 – 3 p.m.
https://uhd.zoom.us/j/99663530807
Code: u2Cf35
Yoga Fitness Class
4 – 5 p.m.
https://uhd.zoom.us/my/stayfit
Code: sym4Xy
Wednesday, Sept. 9
All Day:
- Online Scavenger Hunt
https://www.goosechase.com/
Code: VJPB46
- Social Media Sit-Up Challenge
- FIFA 20 Online Tournament Pool Play
- UHD Northwest Instagram BINGO
First five students to submit winning cards will receive a UHD prize
Butts N’ Guts Fitness Class
Noon – 12:45 p.m.
https://uhd.zoom.us/my/stayfit
Code: sym4Xy
Healthy Workshop: The Truth About Carbs
2 – 3: p.m.
https://uhd.zoom.us/my/stayfit
Code: sym4Xy
Virtual Caricatures
2 – 5 p.m.
Zoom Meeting ID: 937 9641 1109
Passcode: UHD2020
https://uhd.zoom.us/j/93796411109
Zumba Fitness Class
4 – 5 p.m.
https://uhd.zoom.us/my/stayfit
Code: sym4Xy
UHD Virtual Magic Show
6 – 7 p.m.
Zoom Meeting ID: 937 9641 1109
Passcode: UHD2020
https://uhd.zoom.us/j/93796411109
Thursday, Sept. 10
All Day:
- Online Scavenger Hunt
https://www.goosechase.com/
Code: VJPB46 - FIFA 20 Online Tournament Pool Play
- UHD Northwest Instagram Story Game
First five students to submit correct answer will receive a UHD prize - Career Scavenger Hunt
- UHD Northwest 10th Anniversary Kudoboard
Sign the Virtual Board Congratulating UHD Northwest on its 10-year anniversary
Gator Fit Fitness Class
11 – 11:30 a.m.
https://uhd.zoom.us/my/stayfit
Code: sym4Xy
Zumba Fitness Class
Noon – 12:45 p.m.
https://uhd.zoom.us/my/stayfit
Code: sym4Xy
Fit Chat
2 – 3 p.m.
https://uhd.zoom.us/j/99663530807
Code: u2Cf35
Yoga Fitness Class
4 – 5 p.m.
https://uhd.zoom.us/my/stayfit
Code: sym4Xy
Henna Cookie Event
6 – 8 p.m.
Register Here
Drive In Movie: Black Panther
8 – 10:30 p.m.
UHD Bayou Lot
Pre-registration Required
Friday, Sept. 11
All Day:
- Social Media Gator Pride Friday
- FIFA 20 Online Tournament Pool Play
- Career Scavenger Hunt
- UHD Northwest 10th Anniversary Kudoboard
Sign the Virtual Board Congratulating UHD Northwest on its 10-year anniversary
The University of Houston-Downtown (UHD) is the second-largest university in Houston and has served the educational needs of the nation’s fourth-largest city since 1974. As one of four distinct public universities in the University of Houston System, UHD is a comprehensive, four-year university led by President Loren J. Blanchard. Annually, UHD educates approximately 14,000 students, boasts more than 66,000 alumni, and offers 45 bachelor’s degrees, 12 master’s degrees, and 19 online programs within four colleges: Marilyn Davies College of Business, College of Humanities and Social Sciences, College of Public Service, and College of Sciences and Technology. UHD has one of the lowest tuition rates in Texas.
U.S. News and World Report ranked UHD among the nation’s Best Online Bachelor’s Programs for Applied Administration and Best Online Master’s Programs in Criminal Justice, as well as a Top Performer in Social Mobility. The Wall Street Journal/College Pulse ranked UHD one of the best colleges in the U.S. for its 2024 rankings, with notable distinctions: No. 1 for diversity (tied) and No. 3 for student experience. The University is designated as a Hispanic-Serving Institution, a Minority-Serving Institution, and a Military Friendly School. For more information on the University of Houston-Downtown, visit uhd.edu.