New Mav Days Schedule | Colorado Mesa University

New Mav Days on Friday, August 16 and Saturday, August 17 is designed to give you the tools to be successful as a CMU student before the first day of the semester on Monday, August 19.

Need help to gear up for your campus arrival? Check out the Pre-Arrival Plan.

Find my academic welcome location on Friday

Where you'll meet faculty and other students in your program

Find my Real Talk group location on Saturday

Where you'll meet with your Real Talk group

View transfer and adult schedule

Specific programming designed for transfer and adult students

Use this interactive map to find your way. Keep an eye out for info tents to assist you. The schedule and locations are subject to change.

Thursday, Aug. 15

Residence Life sent on-campus residents an email to sign up for a move-in day and time. Contact your admissions counselor if you need the link.

Move-in guide & checklist

Thurs, Aug. 15

Residence Hall Move-In 8am-5pm // Assigned residence hall
Thurs, Aug. 15

Dinner for Meal Plan Holders 4:45-8:30pm // The Caf
Thurs, Aug. 15

Mavs on Main Farmers Market 5:30-8pm // Downtown Grand Junction, Main Street // Join the Admissions Office, Student Life and the Alumni Association at the Downtown Grand Junction Farmers Market for some shopping, food and exploring. Free parking is available in the parking garage on Rood between 4th and 5th Streets.
Thurs, Aug. 15

Out-of-State Student Meetup 8pm // Chick-fil-A Common Area // Let us teach you all the fun things about Colorado – trivia style. Your team will get bonus points for every person who wears something from their hometown or state (professional, college or high school sports all count too). *Colorado students welcome

Friday, Aug. 16

Families are invited to join the sessions in the morning. Lunchtime is the perfect time to say goodbye. Student-only programming kicks off at 2pm for the rest of New Mav Days.

Fri, Aug. 16

Breakfast for Meal Plan Holders 6:45-10:30am // The Caf
Fri, Aug. 16

Commuter Check-In 9am-2pm // UC First Floor by The Maverick Store // For students not living on campus, check in on the first floor of the University Center to get your schedule and New Mav Days group assignment. Students will also receive one complimentary ticket to enjoy eating in The Caf.
Fri, Aug. 16

Taking Care of Business Fair 9am-1pm // UC First Floor // Check in with multiple departments from around campus to make sure you have everything taken care of. Educational Access Services, Financial Aid, Payroll, IRIS and many other departments will be there and ready to assist you. // Families welcome
Fri, Aug. 16

Student Connections: Greek Life Hangout 10am // Outside of Starbucks // Families welcome
Fri, Aug. 16

Student Connection: Intro to Study Abroad 10am // UC Ballroom // Families welcome
Fri, Aug. 16

Student Connections: Find & apply for an on-campus job 10am // UC Ballroom // Families welcome
Fri, Aug. 16

ASCENT & TREP Student Meeting 10am // UC South Ballroom // Mandatory meeting for all ASCENT and TREP students and parents for guidelines, responsibilities and next steps.
Fri, Aug. 16

Goodbye for students and families 11:30am-1:30pm // Parents can eat with their student in The Caf for $11 or try one of our amazing downtown restaurants! Now is your time to say goodbye.
Fri, Aug. 16

Lunch 12-1:30pm // The Caf // Commuter students can pick up a free Caf ticket at commuter student check-in.
Fri, Aug. 16

International Student Orientation 12-3pm // Wubben Hall 131 // All new international students are required to attend. Topics include visa regulations and maintenance of status, student employment options, health and safety, academics, finances and culture shock.
Fri, Aug. 18

New Mav Days Group Meet Up 2-2:45pm // Meet up with your New Mav Days group. On-campus residents will meet with their RA in their common area. Commuters will be assigned a location at commuter check-in.
Fri, Aug. 16

Academic Program Welcome 3-4pm // Various Locations // Engage with the Department Head and faculty members of your major. If you are undeclared, you can either attend the major you are most interested in or the undeclared session.
Fri, Aug. 16

Class Photo 4:15-4:30pm // Rugby Pitch // Be part of CMU's history! Meet at the Rugby Pitch to take your class photo.
Fri, Aug. 16

Kick-Off and President's Welcome 4:30-6pm // Brownson Arena // Be welcomed by our Maverick Stampede and hear from campus leadership about what it means to be a Maverick.
Fri, Aug. 16

Dinner for All New Students 6-8pm // The Plaza
Fri, Aug. 16

Ice Cream Nachos + DJ 7:30-9pm // The Plaza
Fri, Aug. 16

Late Night 2000s Trivia and Nuggets 8pm // Chick-fil-A Common Area // Hosted by the First Generation Committee.
Fri, Aug. 16

Late Night Smores 8:30pm // The Plaza // Hosted by the Cultural Inclusion Council.

Saturday, Aug. 17

Join optional morning activities before your mandatory Real Talk session.

Sat, Aug. 17

Sunrise Hike with the Outdoor Program // Optional 7:30-10am // Meet at the Outdoor Program // Easy, moderate and advanced options. Registration required here and space is limited.
Sat, Aug. 17

Breakfast for Meal Plan Holders 8-10:30am // The Caf
Sat, Aug. 17

Open Esports Lounge 8-10am // Esports Arena, Rotary Hall First Floor
Sat, Aug. 17

Sunrise Yoga 8-8:45am & 9-9:45am // Foster Field House Lawn
Sat, Aug. 17

Pickleball Tournament 7:30-10:30am // Foster Field House // Registration required.
Sat, Aug. 17

Downtown Bike Club to Kiln Coffee 8:30-10:30am // Meet at UC Fountain // Registration required.
Sat, Aug. 17

First Gen and Juice Bar 8:30-10:30am // The Plaza
Sat, Aug. 17

Student Life Pancake Breakfast 8:30-10:30am // The Plaza
Sat, Aug. 17

Unified Greek Council Coffee Bar 8:30-10:30am // The Plaza
Sat, Aug. 17

College Party Anthems Spin Class 9-9:30am // Maverick Center 245
Sat, Aug. 17

Navigating MAVzone Workshop 9-10am // Escalante Hall 125
Sat, Aug. 17

Faith and Belief Fair 9-10:30am // UC First Floor
Sat, Aug. 17

Introduction to Study Abroad 9:30-10:30am // UC 221
Sat, Aug. 17

Find and apply for an on-campus job 9:30-10:30am // UC 213
Sat, Aug. 17

Brunch for Meal Plan Holders 10:30am-1:30pm // The Caf
Sat, Aug. 17

Real Talk Group Meet Up 10:30am-10:45am // Meet your New Mav Days group at the common area of your residence hall’s floor or at the assigned location given at commuter student check-in.
Sat, Aug. 17

Real Talk // Required 11am-12:30pm // Designated Location // All athletes have been excused from practice to attend.
Sat, Aug. 17

Club Fair 1-3pm // Elm Quad // Visit with clubs on campus to see what you want to be a part of and when they first meet.
Sat, Aug. 17

Campus Scavenger Hunt // Turn in your scavenger hunt in the University Center 2:30-4pm // Complete the freshman scavenger hunt to familiarize yourself with campus, find your classes and be entered to win a $500 book scholarship.
Sat, Aug. 17

Maverick Mania Carnival and Dinner 5:30-9pm // The Plaza
Sat, Aug. 17

Late Night Nuggets and Bingo for Books 8-9pm // Chick-fil-A Common Area // Compete against your fellow Maverick friends for a chance at winning one of multiple book scholarships.