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The information below is tentative and subject to change. Please check back for the most up-to-date information.
*Students should complete their “Pre-Assignment” in Canvas/Webcampus prior to participating in Opening Weekend and Check-in.
Students will visit the 2nd floor of the Mathewson-IGT Knowledge Center at their assigned appointment time to pick up their WolfCard (if they have not already), check into their NevadaFIT Academic Camp, pick up their device and accessories as part of the Digital Wolf Pack Initiative, and check-in to Housing if living in the residence halls. Your appointment time is determined by your move-in assignment. All First in the Pack and TRIO students must check in on Thursday regardless of on- or off-campus living.
Students are required to complete the NevadaFIT module in Journey to the Wolf Pack on Canvas prior to arriving at check-in. This will ensure that students have all necessary information needed to navigate the check-in process and be ready for their busy NevadaFIT week ahead. Students must also show their WolfCard (student ID) at the start of check-in. If you did not already pick up your WolfCard during summer orientation, please send in your photo virtually to the WolfCard page. You will be able to pick up your WolfCard during New Student Check-In if you submitted your photo virtually. Virtual photo submissions will be accepted until Wednesday, August 13 at 8 a.m. If you do not submit your photo virtually, there will be a photo station to take your photo and print your WolfCard then. Please bring an additional form of ID if you still need to pick up your WolfCard.
Families/guests are welcome to visit the 3rd floor of the Mathewson-IGT Knowledge Center for a chance to mingle with campus departments while their student completes the check-in process.
Students living on campus who moved in on Thursday have a required community meeting at 5 p.m.
Students will visit the 2nd floor of the Mathewson-IGT Knowledge Center at their assigned appointment time to pick up their WolfCard (if they have not already), check into their NevadaFIT Academic Camp, pick up their device and accessories as part of the Digital Wolf Pack Initiative, and check into Housing if living in the residence halls. Your appointment time is determined by your move-in assignment. All HonorsFIT students must check in on Friday regardless of on- or off-campus living.
Students are required to complete the NevadaFIT module in Journey to the Wolf Pack on Canvas prior to arriving at check-in. This will ensure that students have all necessary information needed to navigate the check-in process and be ready for their busy NevadaFIT week ahead. Students must also show their WolfCard (student ID) at the start of check-in. If you did not already pick up your WolfCard during summer orientation, please send in your photo virtually to the WolfCard page. You will be able to pick up your WolfCard during New Student Check-In if you submitted your photo virtually. Virtual photo submissions will be accepted until Wednesday, August 13 at 8 a.m. If you do not submit your photo virtually, there will be a photo station to take your photo and print your WolfCard then. Please bring an additional form of ID if you still need to pick up your WolfCard.
Families/guests are welcome to visit the 3rd floor of the Mathewson-IGT Knowledge Center for a chance to mingle with campus departments while their student completes the check-in process.
Students living on campus who moved in on Friday have a required community meeting at 5 p.m.
The First Generation Student Center Orientation is required for the students of the groups listed below:
More information will be sent to participating students from the First Generation Student Center.
Families, while your student is settling in, meeting suite mates and enjoying the dining hall, make sure to checkout a true Reno summer staple, Food Truck Fridays. From live entertainment to more food trucks than you can handle, it’s a wonderful way to experience the Reno Community. For more information checkout the Food Truck Fridays website.
4-9 p.m., 1800 Idlewild Dr, Idlewild Park, Reno
New students and their families are invited out for a movie at Mackay Stadium. Bring a blanket or lawn chairs and spread out on the field. The movie will be shown on the Jumbotron. The first 100 students will receive a fleece Nevada blanket.
8-10 p.m., Mackay Stadium
Please note: All students are required to be on campus by Saturday, August 16.
Students will visit the 2nd floor of the Mathewson-IGT Knowledge Center at their assigned appointment time to pick up their WolfCard (if they have not already), check into their NevadaFIT Academic Camp, pick up their device and accessories as part of the Digital Wolf Pack Initiative and check in to Housing if living in the residence halls. Your appointment time is determined by your move-in assignment.
Students are required to complete the NevadaFIT module in Journey to the Wolf Pack on Canvas prior to arriving at check-in. This will ensure that students have all necessary information needed to navigate the check-in process and be ready for their busy NevadaFIT week ahead. Students must also show their WolfCard (student ID) at the start of check-in. If you did not already pick up your WolfCard during summer orientation, please send in your photo virtually to the WolfCard page. You will be able to pick up your WolfCard during New Student Check-In if you submitted your photo virtually. Virtual photo submissions will be accepted until Wednesday, August 13 at 8 a.m. If you do not submit your photo virtually, there will be a photo station to take your photo and print your WolfCard then. Please bring an additional form of ID if you still need to pick up your WolfCard.
Families/guests are welcome to visit the 3rd floor of the Mathewson-IGT Knowledge Center for a chance to mingle with campus departments while their student completes the check-in process.
Students living on campus who moved in on Saturday have a required community meeting at 5 p.m.
Students will visit the 2nd floor of the Mathewson-IGT Knowledge Center at their assigned appointment time to pick up their WolfCard (if they have not already), check-in to their NevadaFIT bootcamp, pick up their device and accessories as part of the Digital Wolf Pack Initiative.
Students are required to complete the NevadaFIT module in Journey to the Wolf Pack on Canvas prior to arriving at check-in. This will ensure that students have all necessary information needed to navigate the check-in process and be ready for their busy NevadaFIT week ahead. Students must also show their WolfCard (student ID) at the start of check-in. If you did not already pick up your WolfCard during summer orientation, please send in your photo virtually to the WolfCard page. You will be able to pick up your WolfCard during New Student Check-In if you submitted your photo virtually. Virtual photo submission will be accepted until Wednesday, August 13 at 8 a.m. If you do not submit your photo virtually, there will be a photo station to take your photo and print your WolfCard then. Please bring an additional form of ID if you still need to pick up your WolfCard.
Families/guests are welcome to visit the 3rd floor of the Mathewson-IGT Knowledge Center for a chance to mingle with campus departments while their student completes the check-in process.
View events and activities happening at the Knowledge Center
Off-campus appointment times on Saturday, August 16:
Honors students are required to participate in the one-day HonorsFIT program on Saturday, immediately followed by their five-day, discipline-specific NevadaFIT boot camp (Sunday through Thursday). More information will be sent to participating students from Honors College.
We welcome all incoming and returning students and their families to attend the 2025 Native American and Indigenous Student Welcome Reception on Saturday, August 16th, 2025 from 3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m, located in the The Great Room (4th Floor) of the Joe Crowley Student Union.
The event will begin with an official welcome at 3:00 p.m., followed by an open house designed to explore campus resources, build community and discover ways to get involved. Come connect with fellow students, meet campus support networks and staff and learn about programs that support your success! Light refreshments will be served.
RSVP for the 2025 Native American and Indigenous Student Welcome Reception
We invite you to attend our event, Mi Casa es Su Casa: A Latino Parent Welcome, Saturday August 16, 3:30-5:00 p.m., Basin Street Club (near West Stadium). Parents will have an opportunity to hear from the University of Nevada, Reno's President Brian Sandoval, along with additional university leaders to engage in a question and answer session. Small appetizers and fruit-infused drinks will be provided, along with some fun university swag (limited).
RSVP for Mi Casa es Su Casa: A Latino Parent Welcome
Los invitamos a nuestro evento, Mi Casa es Su Casa: Una Bienvenida con Padres Latinos, el sábado 16 de agosto, 3:30-5:00 p.m., Basin Street Club (junto del estacionamiento, West Stadium). Padres tendrán la oportunidad de escuchar al Presidente de la Universidad de Nevada, Reno, Brian Sandoval, junto con otros líderes universitarios para ser parte de una sesión de preguntas y respuestas. Se ofrecerán bocaditos y aguas frescas, y algunos regalos de la universidad (limitados).
Confirme por Mi Casa es Su Casa: Una Bienvenida con Padres Latinos
Fan Fest will be held at Jensen Plaza (North of Mackay Stadium) from 5-7:30 p.m. prior to Opening Ceremony. Play games, enjoy a variety of food trucks, dance to a live DJ, get pictures with current student athletes and spend time with other incoming students and their families!
Kick off your NevadaFIT experience at the Mackay Stadium with the entire new student body! Hear from your university President, Provost and your ASUN President and Vice President as they welcome you to the Pack and forecast the upcoming week. Families are welcome to attend. *Students should plan to either attend Fan Fest or arrive at the Jensen Plaza (parking lot north of Mackay Stadium by Gate 5) no later than 7:00 p.m.
Details: Sunday is the first official day with your NevadaFIT camp! Here is what you can expect on your first day of NevadaFIT:
| Camp | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| BizFIT | 8 a.m. | Joe Crowley Student Union Ballrooms |
| ExplorationFIT | 8 a.m. | DMSC room 110 |
| spaFIT | 8 a.m. | Mathewson-IGT Knowledge Center (MIKC) room 124 |
| ScienceFIT | 9 a.m. | Joe Crowley Student Union Ballrooms |
| J-FIT | 9 a.m. | Mathewson-IGT Knowledge Center (MIKC) room 124 |
| HealthFIT | 9 a.m. | Lombardi Recreation Center Lawn (behind JCSU) |
| CABNRFIT | 9 a.m. | Jot Travis Building (JTB) room 100 |
| TransferFIT | 10 a.m. | Edmund J. Cain Hall (EJCH) room 103 |
| FIT2Care | 10 a.m. | William J Raggio Building (WRB) room 2030 |
| SoWFIT | 10 a.m. | Mathewson-IGT Knowledge Center (MIKC) room 124 |
| E-FIT | 11 a.m. | Joe Crowley Student Union Ballrooms |
| LiberalArtsFIT | 11 a.m. | The Quad |
Not sure what bootcamp you are participating in? Find your NevadaFIT bootcamp.
Specifics of your NevadaFIT Monday-Thursday schedule will be provided by your NevadaFIT camp during Welcomes on Sunday and included in your Canvas page. For general information, please visit our website.
Students are required to attend their assigned New Student Check-in time, Opening Ceremony and all programming on Sunday, August 17. Students are required to participate in all NevadaFIT weekday programming beginning Monday, August 18- Thursday, August 21.
Families and guests are welcome to support their student during residence hall move-in and attend the Opening Ceremony. During Check-in on Thursday, August 14 through Saturday, August 16, families/guests are welcome to visit the 3rd floor of the Mathewson-IGT Knowledge Center for a family/guest department tabling event while their student completes the check-in process. Get all of your questions answered and talk with other departments on campus that may be new to you!
More information to come!
Students and families/guests can download the NevadaFIT parking pass to park in the West Stadium Parking Garage August 14-21, 2025.
Families/guests will not be able to stay in the residence halls with their student during Opening Weekend and NevadaFIT. More information to come on where to stay!
Once NevadaFIT classes begin on Monday, August 18, students will be busy all day with their NevadaFIT boot camp. Families/guests are encouraged to make time to say their goodbyes on or before Sunday, August 17.
Opening Weekend is also for our newly admitted transfer students! To participate in Opening Weekend events, transfer students are welcome to sign up for a course called TransferFIT.
Find hotels offering special discounts for families of incoming University of Nevada, Reno students who are visiting during Orientation and Opening Weekend (June-August 2024).
NevadaFIT students who have not purchased a fall semester parking permit may download a free parking pass, good for parking in the West Stadium Parking Complex from August 15-22.
All incoming students participating in NevadaFIT or TransferFIT will receive their Digital Wolf Pack Initiative device and accessories during Opening Weekend.
Please visit the Residential Life, Housing and Food Services webpage for more information about move-in. Everything you need to know for an exciting move-in day.