Week 0
When: The week before classes start
Come to campus and:
See the schedule of events below.
Need directions? View a campus map.
New here? You're in the right place! Week 0 is built just for our newest Mavericks as they begin their UNO experience.
Monday, August 18th
| Event | Time | Location | Description |
| Class Schedule Tours | 9am-11am | Milo Bail Student Center - Mavigation Station | UNO Ambassadors will take you on a tour of UNO specifically for your upcoming Fall Schedule! Tours will start at the Milo Bail Student Center. Registration is required for this event. Sign up here! |
| On-Campus Student Jobs Fair | 10am-12pm | Milo Bail Student Center - Atrium | Looking for a flexible on-campus job that fits your schedule? Several UNO departments will be hiring for student worker and work-study positions at this fair. Career Services will also be there to support your job search and career goals. Learn more here! |
| New Mav Workshop: Mastering Your Finances | 11am-12pm | Milo Bail Student Center - Dodge Room 302 | Join us to gain practical tools and actionable advice to take the first step towards achieving your financial goals. Feel free to bring your lunch as you learn! |
| Class Schedule Tours | 2pm-4pm | Milo Bail Student Center - Mavigation Station | UNO Ambassadors will take you on a tour of UNO specifically for your upcoming Fall Schedule! Tours will start at the Milo Bail Student Center. Registration is required for this event. Sign up here! |
Tuesday, August 19th
| Event | Time | Location | Description |
| Class Schedule Tours | 9am-11am | Milo Bail Student Center - Mavigation Station | UNO Ambassadors will take you on a tour of UNO specifically for your upcoming Fall Schedule! Tours will start at the Milo Bail Student Center. Registration is required for this event. Sign up here! |
| New Mav Workshop: Connecting with Peers and Opportunities at UNO | 11am-12pm | Barbara Weitz Community Engagement Center - Room 201 | Join us for an empowering workshop designed to help you navigate the dynamic social landscape of college. Learn practical strategies to forge lasting relationships and expand your network. Feel free to bring your lunch as you learn! |
| Game On: Intramural Sports Fun with Campus Rec | 2pm-5pm | Campus Rec (Health and Kinesiology building) | Thinking about doing intramural sports in college? Join us at Campus Rec for Archery Tag and Dodgeball, just a few options for Intramural Sports here at UNO! |
Wednesday, August 20th
| Event | Time | Location | Description |
| Class Schedule Tours | 9am-11am | Milo Bail Student Center - Mavigation Station | UNO Ambassadors will take you on a tour of UNO specifically for your upcoming Fall Schedule! Tours will start at the Milo Bail Student Center. Registration is required for this event. Sign up here! |
| New Mav Workshop: Self Care and Mental Wellness | 11am-12pm | Barbara Weitz Community Engagement Center - Room 201 | College can be exhilarating but also challenging, often leading to high levels of stress. Join us for a workshop designed to equip you with effective stress management techniques to help you thrive academically and personally. Feel free to bring your lunch as you learn! |
| Class Schedule Tours | 2pm-4pm | Milo Bail Student Center - Mavigation Station | UNO Ambassadors will take you on a tour of UNO specifically for your upcoming Fall Schedule! Tours will start at the Milo Bail Student Center. Registration is required for this event. Sign up here! |
| Library Stitchcraft | 3pm-5pm | Criss Library, 2nd Floor - Across from the Art Gallery | Join us for the Library Stitchcraft Club! Bring your own project or make embroidery thread friendship bracelets with us. Examples of project types include crochet, knit, cross-stitch, needlepoint, embroidery, sewing, and spinning. |
| Unwind Before the Grind: Sunset Yoga in the Pep Bowl | 7pm-8pm | Pep Bowl | Kick off the semester with calm vibes and a golden-hour view. Bring a yoga mat or a towel! The first 20 students can borrow a yoga mat from Campus Rec. |
| Hump Day Hunger at Toppers Pizza | 8pm-9pm | Toppers Pizza at 7010 Dodge St |
It’s hump day and The Office of Spirit and Tradition can’t wait to meet our first-year students and give you information about our office and the student orgs we support. Stop by for a late-night treat! Bring your mavCARD and you will get a free one-topping pizza. Plus, representatives from Maverick Productions, Maverick Maniacs, and UNO Dance Marathon will be there giving out swag and information about their student organization! First 200 students get a UNO branded pizza cutter, too! |
Thursday, August 21st
| Event | Time | Location | Description |
| New Mav Workshop: How to Start Strong at UNO | 11am-12pm | Criss Library - 2nd Floor, Room 232 | Join us to learn about how to start your college journey with clarity, confidence, and a strong foundation. Feel free to bring your lunch as you learn! |
| Game On: Intramural Sports Fun with Campus Rec | 2pm-5pm | Campus Rec (Health and Kinesiology building) | Thinking about doing intramural sports in college? Join us at Campus Rec for Archery Tag and Dodgeball, just a few options for Intramural Sports here at UNO! |
| New Mav Game Night | 6pm-9pm | Milo Bail Student Center - Atrium | Get ready for a fun-filled evening of games and socializing! Whether you're a game enthusiast or just looking for a way to unwind and connect with others, this event offers something for everyone. Students that attend will receive UNO swag! |
Friday, August 22nd
| Event | Time | Location | Description |
| New Mav Family Picnic | 10am-2pm | Pep Bowl | Kick off the Fall Semester with food, fun, and festivities at the Pep Bowl! Enjoy games, giveaways, and delicious bites for the whole family. The first 300 attendees will receive a lunch ticket! |
Week 0 is just the beginning—keep the excitement going with Durango Days! Join the entire UNO campus for fun events to kick off the first week of classes. View the Durango Days schedule of events here!
Class Schedule Tours
Excited to start the semester but unsure where your classes are? We're here to help.
Sign up for a Class Schedule Tour this summer and we’ll walk you through your actual schedule so you’re ready to go.
When: July through August
Where: Tours depart from the MAVigation Station inside the Milo Bail Student Center.
Family Weekend
When: Weekend of Homecoming
New Student Launch
Phone: 402.554.6281
University of Nebraska at Omaha
Milo Bail Student Center
6203 University Dr North
Omaha, NE 68132
