Office of Student Life
Student Life brings learning out of the classroom and our innovative programs are personalized to ensure you achieve academic success. From first-year students to first-generation students and transfer students, Student Life tailors services and events to reach all populations.
Welcome New Students!
New Student Orientation
Summer 2022
Congratulations! You've made it to New Student Orientation!
Beginning this summer, incoming new students for Fall 2022 will be assigned an Orientation leader to assist them with any questions or concerns you may have as you prepare for college.
Once you arrive on campus in August, you'll have the opportunity to meet your peers, make friends, get familiar with campus resources, explore DC, and more!
Upcoming Events
First Night
Saturday, August 27th at 7pm in University Yard
Ready to kick off the 2022-2023 school year?
Our signature Weeks of Welcome events kick off with our favorite GW tradition, First Night!
Join us in University yard for carnival attractions, inflatables, a 100-foot slide, free food, and our biggest prizes of the year!
Current Resources
District Connections
Start your journey with one of many #onlyatGW moments, and get connected to D.C. from anywhere!
