CALES New Student Welcome Events 2026
All new (undergraduate & graduate) students are invited and encouraged to attend welcome events — free of charge. We can't wait to see you!
Welcome to the College of Agriculture, Life & Environmental Sciences (CALES)! In CALES, we like to celebrate and recognize academic milestones — your first semester as a Wildcat is just that! New Student Welcome is designed to connect you with peers, resources and help you create support networks.
Destination AZ: Next Stop CALES
This event is a mandatory event part of Destination Arizona (Orientation); no RSVP needed
When: Friday, August 21 | 2-4 p.m.
Where: Environment and Natural Resources 2 Building
- Kick off your college journey with the entire incoming class in one room!
- Hear from college leadership and discover helpful tips for making the most of your first semester
- Breakout into major groups for more detailed need-to-know info for your specific program
New Student Open House
When: Saturday, August 22 | 1-3 p.m. (drop-in anytime!)
Where: Forbes Building, Lobby
- Grab a snack & discover the supports we have for you in the Forbes Building, your CALES home base
- Don’t miss out — grab your exclusive class of 2026 t-shirt!
- Families & supporters of new students are welcome and encouraged to attend
Student Success Ice Cream Social
When: Wednesday, August 26 | 2-4 p.m.
Where: Forbes Building, Lobby
- Make your own ice cream bar! (DF & Vegan options available!)
- Connect with your free college support services including: academic coaching, mental health support, wellness communities, career guidance & advising
- New & returning students in CALES are encouraged to attend!
Club Fair
When: Tuesday, September 1 | 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Where: Bear Down Gymnasium
- Explore the over 25 student-led clubs & organizations in CALES who are looking for new members just like YOU!
- Featured clubs include: Sigma Alpha (professional agricultural sorority), Pre-Veterinary Club, TREND Fashion Events Board, Cutting Edge Sewing Club, Fish & Wildlife Society, Microbiology Club, National Retail Student Association & many more!
- Check out all active student clubs in CALES here.
- New & returning students encouraged to attend!
Graduate Student & Postdoc Mixer
When: Thursday, September 3 | 3-5 p.m.
Where: Forbes Building, Lobby
- Connect with fellow graduate students in CALES while enjoying refreshments
- Meet & greet with college faculty and leadership
- Grab a free CALES t-shirt
Questions?
Contact Leslie Grignon (520-626-3091) or lgrignon@arizona.edu), and follow us on Instagram to stay up to date on events and student spotlights!
RSVPs are recommended, not required. We encourage all new students to attend and participate in events regardless of if they RSVP'd or not.
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