First Weekend

We are proud to welcome you home, Raider.

First Weekend 2023

Friday, August 25–Sunday, August 27

As you embark on this exciting new journey, you'll be embraced by events and programs designed to help you feel at home and express yourself at Wright State. First Weekend is a time for you to explore who you are, harness your unique strengths, and nurture your individuality. First Weekend is a time for you to 'Be You.' The opportunities to be authentically you, Raider, are limitless.

Packed full of events, activities, and information sessions, First Weekend is an experience like no other.

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First Weekend 2021

Friday, August 20–Sunday, August 22

Congratulations! You did it: you’re officially a Wright State Raider. It is no secret that the past year has tested us all, and we are so excited you will be joining us at Wright State University. Community is much more than a theme for this year’s First Weekend. Together, we can do great things. First Weekend is a three-day event designed to acclimate first-year and transfer students, both residential and commuter, to campus. Throughout the weekend, our goal is to instill a feeling of belonging and community by building relationships with other students, staff, and faculty.

Packed full of events, activities, and information sessions, First Weekend is an experience like no other.

First Weekend is also the time to complete any final preparations before the beginning of the Fall Semester, such as visiting the University Bookstore, RaiderConnect for billing, or exploring classrooms and laboratories.

Find your schedule

Resident Schedule

Commuter Schedule

Transfer Schedule

GET THE TOOLS YOU NEED TO ENJOY THIS YEAR'S EVENT

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Download and install the CORQ app to get the full features of First Weekend. Learn more

Welcome to First Weekend

Past First Weekend experiences

What will I learn from First Weekend?

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Community

At Wright State, we are committed to creating and sustaining a welcoming campus. First Weekend is an opportunity for you to identify your support system, meet new friends, and find your place. We want you to call Wright State home.

Academic Support and Transition

We get it—college can be challenging. We are here to support you on your transition to being a Raider. Discover academic support, co-curricular, and wellbeing resources available to you.

Involvement and Leadership

Get involved and explore what it means to be a Raider. No matter your status, there is always something to do at Wright State. Find a club or organization, student activities, and many other engagement opportunities.

Tradition and Pride

A common purpose binds Raiders together; like a wolf pack, no Raider walks alone. Celebrate what it means to be a Wright State Raider, wear your green and gold with pride, and reach for the sky.

COMMUNITY

ACADEMIC SUPPORT AND TRANSITION

We get it—college can be challenging. We are here to support you on your transition to being a Raider. Discover academic support, co-curricular, and wellbeing resources available to you.

INVOLVEMENT AND LEADERSHIP

TRADITION AND PRIDE

A common purpose binds Raiders together; like a wolf pack, no Raider walks alone. Celebrate what it means to be a Wright State Raider, wear your green and gold with pride, and reach for the sky.

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Wright-Patt Credit Union

Special thanks to Wright-Patt Credit Union, the Official Financial Institution for the Wright State Community, for sponsoring many First Weekend activities.