New Mav Days Schedule

Thursday, Aug. 14

The Admissions Office sent all on-campus residents an email to sign up for a move-in day and time. If you don't have a move-in time yet, please sign up through your applicant portal. 

Move-in guide & checklist

• Thurs, Aug. 14

  Residence Hall Move-In 8am-4pm // Assigned residence hall (on-campus students) // Check in to your residence hall to receive your New Mav Days schedule.
• Thurs, Aug. 14

  Lunch 12-2pm // The Caf // Take a break from moving in and enjoy a refreshing lunch in The Caf. Students are able to bring two guests with them into the dining hall to eat for free. Lunch tickets are available at your residence hall move in tents.
• Thurs, Aug. 14

  Dinner 4:45-8:30pm // The Caf // For students living on campus or with an active meal plan, use your MAVcard to swipe into The Caf to eat dinner!
• Thurs, Aug. 14

  Mavs on Main Farmers Market 6-9pm // 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. The first 500 attendees will receive special 100 year gear! Free parking is available in the parking garage on Rood between 4th and 5th Streets.
• Thurs, Aug. 14

  Grand Junction Jackalopes Game 6:35pm // Stocker Stadium // All CMU students and family members can attend the game for free by picking up a free ticket at the University Center Help Desk.

Friday, Aug. 15

• Fri, Aug. 15

  Breakfast 6:45-10:30am // The Caf // For students living on campus or with an active meal plan, use your MAVcard to swipe into The Caf to eat breakfast!
• Fri, Aug. 15

  Taking Care of Business Fair 9am-1pm // University Center, First Floor // Parents and Supporters: Stop by the Student Services table to write your student a letter to be delivered later in the semester. // 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.
• Fri, Aug. 15

  Commuter Check-In 9am-2pm // University Center, 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. 15

  Student Connections - Families Welcome // Hang with the Greeks 10am // Arcadia
• Fri, Aug. 15

  Student Connections - Families Welcome // Introduction to Study Abroad 10am // University Center West Ballroom
• Fri, Aug. 15

  Student Connections - Families Welcome // Get Hired: On-Campus Jobs 101 10am // University Center East Ballroom
• Fri, Aug. 15

  Student Connections - Families Welcome // ASCENT and TREP Student Meeting 10am // University Center 221 // All ASCENT and TREP students and parents, join us for this is a mandatory meeting. Discussion includes an overview of the ASCENT and TREP programs guidelines, your responsibilities and your next steps.
• Fri, Aug. 15

  Lunch and Parents Say Goodbye! 11:30am-1:30pm // Students and guests have free time to enjoy some quality time! Parents can eat with their student in The Caf for $11.09 or try one of our amazing downtown restaurants! Now is your time to say goodbye!
• Fri, Aug. 15

  Commuter Student Dining Experience 12-1:30pm // The Caf // Pick up a Caf ticket at commuter check-in to eat in The Caf and experience CMU Dining!
• Fri, Aug. 15

  CMU Tech Exploratory Open House 12-2pm // CMU Tech Campus // If you are pursuing a major at CMU Tech or taking any courses there, we invite you to check out the campus, familiarize yourself with the spaces and engage with faculty. Shuttles will be available by the tennis courts on Orchard Avenue. Please note: CMU Tech faculty will be present on The Plaza of the CMU Main Campus during the Academic Program Welcome at 4pm.
• Fri, Aug. 15

  International Student Orientation 12-3pm // University Center 225 // 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. 15

  New Mav Days Group Meet Up // Required Session 3-3:45pm // Designated Location // Meet up with your Resident Assistant in your floor’s common area. Commuter meet-up locations will be assigned at commuter check-in.
• Fri, Aug. 15
  Academic Program Welcome // Required Session 4-4:45pm // Designated 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. 15

  Rally the Herd! President's Welcome // Required Session 5-6pm // Brownson Arena // Be welcomed by our Maverick Stampede and hear from campus leadership about what it means to be a Maverick!
• Fri, Aug. 15

  Class Photo // Required Session 6:15-6:30pm // Rugby Pitch // Meet at the Rugby Pitch to take your class photo!
• Fri, Aug. 15

  Dinner 6:30-8pm // The Plaza
• Fri, Aug. 15

  New Mav Nights: Main Stage Performance by ChuckJay 6:30-9pm // Foster Field House Lawn // Grab a free lawn blanket and enjoy local artist Chuck Jay - a live loop master with a fusion of hip-hop and reggae.
• Fri, Aug. 15

  New Mav Nights: Ice Cream Nacho Bar 7:30-9pm // The Plaza // Join your fellow incoming students for dessert!
• Fri, Aug. 15

  New Mav Nights: Late Night 2000s Trivia and Nuggets 8pm // Chick-fil-A Common Area // Hosted by the First Generation Committee
• Fri, Aug. 15

  New Mav Nights: Late Night S'mores with the Cultural Inclusion Council 8:30pm // Outside of Monument Hall
• Fri, Aug. 15

  New Mav Nights: Glow Flow 8:30pm // Alumni Quad // A high-energy, glow-in-the-dark yoga experience led by the incredible Patty! We're turning up the vibes with glow sticks, neon body paint and a next-level playlist. First 50 people get a free CMU yoga mat!

Saturday, Aug. 16

• Sat, Aug. 16
  Sunrise Hike with the Outdoor Program 7:30-10am // Meet at the Outdoor Program // Easy, moderate and advanced options. Registration required here and space is limited.
• Sat, Aug. 16

  Sunrise Yoga 8-8:45am & 9-9:45am // Foster Field House Lawn
• Sat, Aug. 16

  Open Esports Lounge 8-10am // Esports Arena (Maverick Innovation Center)
• Sat, Aug. 16
  Pickleball Palooza Tournament 8-10:30am // Foster Field House // Registration required
• Sat, Aug. 16

  Breakfast 8-10:30am // The Caf
• Sat, Aug. 16

  Unified Greek Council Coffee Bar 8:30-10:30am // The Plaza
• Sat, Aug. 16

  First Gen and Juice 8:30-10:30am // The Plaza
• Sat, Aug. 16

  Pancakes with PAC 8:30-10:30am // The Plaza
• Sat, Aug. 16

  Faith and Belief Fair 9-10:30am // First floor of the University Center
• Sat, Aug. 16

  College Party Anthems Spin 9-9:30am // Maverick Center 245
• Sat, Aug. 16

  Navigating MAVzone Workshop 9-10am // Escalante Hall 125
• Sat, Aug. 16

  Introduction to Study Abroad 9:30-10:30am // University Center 221
• Sat, Aug. 16

  Get Hired: On-Campus Jobs 101 9:30-10:30am // University Center 213
• Sat, Aug. 16

  Lululemon Pop Up and Wellness Class TBD
• Sat, Aug. 16
  Real Talk Group Meet Up // Required Session 10:45-11am // Designated Location // Meet your New Mav Days group at the common area of your residence hall’s floor or at the assigned location given at commuter check-in.
• Sat, Aug. 16

  Real Talk // Required Session 11am-12:30pm // On campus students: Meet at the common area on your floor to go to your Real Talk session. Commuter Students: Go to the room assigned to you at check-in for your Real Talk session. All athletes have been excused from practice to attend.
• Sat, Aug. 16

  Brunch 12-1:30pm // The Plaza
• Sat, Aug. 16

  IRIS Open for Support 12:30-2pm // Lowell Heiny Hall
• Sat, Aug. 16

  Club Fair 1-3pm // Elm Quad // Visit with every club on campus to see what you want to be a part of and when they first meet!
• Sat, Aug. 16

  Campus Scavenger // Required Session 2:30-4pm // Turn in your scavenger to the University Center. Complete the freshman scavenger to familiarize yourself with campus, find your classes and be entered to win multiple different prizes, including a $500 book scholarship.
• Sat, Aug. 16

  New Mav Nights: Maverick Mania Carnival and Dinner 5:30-9pm // The Plaza // Prize drawing from campus scavenger will be at 7:30pm. Must be present to win.
• Sat, Aug. 16

  New Mav Nights: Main Stage Performance by Shea Bramer 6-9pm // Foster Field House Lawn // Grab a free lawn blanket and enjoy former American Idol competitor and state finalist, Shae Bramer for a blend of acoustic pop and rock.
• Sat, Aug. 16

  New Mav Nights: ASG's Late Night Nuggets and Bingo for Books! 8-9pm // Chick-fil-A Common Area