Becoming part of the community
Making connections as a first-year student
In addition to programming hosted by Resident Advisors (RAs) within on-Grounds housing associations, Housing & Residence Life offers a first-year signature event series which allows UVA's newest Hoos to connect with other members of their class through fun activities!
First-Year Signature Series
Ice Cream & Games
Thursday, August 29 from 3-5 p.m.
Tuttle-Dunnington Field
Meet your neighbors as the fall semester begins! Enjoy free Ben & Jerry's ice cream and yard games with new first-year friends!
Free Self-Care Bags
Thursday, December 12 from 1-4 p.m.
Housing & Residence Life Office at Gibbons House (between Shannon and Gibbons dorms)
Stop by the HRL offices to pick up a free self-care to-go bag! Bags will be filled with snacks and stressless treats to help you look after yourself!
Hot Cocoa & Treats
Thursday, January 30 from 1-3 p.m.
McCormick Quad
Welcome back to Grounds, first-year Hoos! Reconnect with friends and enjoy free hot cocoa and pastries!
Ice Cream & Games
Friday, April 18 from 3-5 p.m.
Gooch/Dillard
Stop by Gooch/Dillard to relax before finals, have some free Ben & Jerry's ice cream, and enjoy yard games!