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10/08/2026

Happy Fall Break, UNCW! 🍂🍁

If you went back home for break, we want you to have a safe return back to campus.
Don't forget to do these things!

✅Severe rain and wind expected this weekend. Remember to check the weather and be safe in these conditions.
✅Fill up your tank before you start your drive and remember to grab an umbrella.
✅Charge your phone, turn on weather alerts, and bring a battery pack for extra charge.
✅Remember to slow down and take caution on wet and slippery roads.

Be safe, students!

09/26/2026

Next week at UNCW!

Tuesday, September 29th, 12 - 2 pm, Pick a Habit Challenge! Stop by the Office of Student Well-Being table at the Rec and draw a card with a quick wellness challenge! Complete your challenge to earn a reward and learn how small, everyday actions can help build lasting healthy habits with BetterYou.

Also on Tuesday, 3:30 - 5 pm, Join UNCW Library and the Department of English for the Banned Books Read-In, an in-person event celebrating the freedom to read and the importance of access to diverse perspectives. This will be located in UNCW Library, Randall Hall, Sherman Hayes Gallery, First Floor. Want to be a reader? Sign up for an available reading time slot using the reader sign-up document.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1sNMshz4CgtwAfxwGmNk5G3eeCgcwp-XDUbWX4CPbY3A/edit?tab=t.0

Wednesday, September 30th, 11 am - 2:30 pm, check out the Making Connections Resource Fair. Learn about CSURF and the support they provide to students! Located at the UNCW Outside Amphitheater.

Friday, October 2nd, 7 - 9 pm, Join ACE Films to relive the magic of the theater as you watch Backrooms in Lumina Theater, with popcorn provided and a chance to win a Backrooms screenplay book!

09/25/2026

Are you a rising junior and moving off-campus next year or just looking for a new place? Come to our Fall Off-Campus Housing Fair next week! Tuesday, September 29th, 11 am - 1:30 pm. Will be on Chancellor's Walk! Apartment complexes from all over the area will be tabling and will be there to talk and answer your questions about living there.

09/18/2026

Next week at UNCW! ⏭️

Monday, September 21st, 11 am - 12 pm, the Counseling Center is hosting Hope Helps Waves of Wellness. Join them for a one-hour workshop exploring the benefits of Hope for su***de prevention. Located in DePaolo Hall, room 2079.

Wednesday, September 23rd, 12 - 2 pm, join the UNCW Office of Sustainability for Bike & Blend, a fun way to learn more about sustainability on campus. Hop on a bike-powered blender, pedal to blend your own smoothie, and meet the team behind UNCW’s sustainability efforts. Located outside the Randall Library.

Thursday, September 24th, 4 - 5 pm, Take a break from classes and join us for an afternoon of art and conversation at UNCW's Cultural Arts Building (CAB). Together, we'll explore the newest exhibition by Iranian artist Shabnam Jannesari and discover how art can tell stories across cultures. Hosted by the Office of International Students and Scholars.

Friday, September 25th, 7 - 9 pm, join UNCWeekends by ACE for Family Weekend Bingo! One of the many events being hosted by ACE for Family Weekend! Have fun with your family and play bingo! Opportunity to win fun prizes! Located in the Burney Center.

09/11/2026

September is Su***de Prevention Month

Next Week at UNCW! ⏭️

Monday, September 14th, 1-3 pm the Swap Shop 👕👖 is having a pop-up event. This event will take place in the Fisher Courtyard. Items from the Swap Shop will be displayed and available to students, faculty, and staff for free.

Wednesday, September 16th, 12-1 pm drop in to the Counseling Center and be led through a meditation 🧘‍♀️ exercise to relax 🧖‍♀️, restore, and rejuvenate. Every Wednesday. No appointment is required. Located in DePaolo Hall, room 2079.

Thursday, September 17th, 11 am - 1:30 pm, we are hosting our Help Hub! As Off-Campus Student Services, we will be tabling and open to all questions about off-campus living. This one is themed around Roommates 👥. We'll be in Randall Hall!

Friday, September 18th, 9-11 pm, Join Weekends by ACE for a fun night of arcade games 👾 and rides at Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park! From arcade games to mini golf ⛳ to go-karts 🏎️ to laser tag, Jungle Rapids has it! Tickets are $10, and there are only 65 tickets! Be sure to purchase the tickets from the Weekends Store by using the ACE Linktree!

***depreventionmonth

09/03/2026

This week, we've covered some important ‼️ beach 🏖️ safety 🦺 facts. This is the final one for the week. Make sure you're safe at the beach!!!
All this information can also be found on https://www.weather.gov

⛈️Beware of Beach Dangers🪼
There are a few environmental factors that you must be aware of at the beach!

- Heat and sunburn
- Lightning
- Rip Current
- High Surf
- Water quality
- Jellyfish
- Sharks
- Harmful Algal Bloom
- Tsunamis (even though this is not that much of a threat here in Wilmington)

09/02/2026

This week, we're covering some important ‼️ beach 🏖️ safety 🦺 facts. Keep an eye 👁 out for our upcoming posts and follow these guidelines.
All this information can also be found on https://www.weather.gov

☀️UV Protection☀️
Keep your skin safe from the sun's harmful rays.

- Sunscreen works best when used with shade or clothes, and it must be re-applied every 2 hours and after swimming 🏊, sweating 😥, or toweling off.
- Use broad-spectrum with at least SPF15 to protect exposed skin.
- Wear a hat 👒, sunglasses 🕶️, and protective clothing 👕 to shield skin.
- Seek shade 🌴, especially during midday hours.

09/01/2026

This week, we're covering some important ‼️ beach 🏖️ safety 🦺 facts. Keep an eye 👁 out for our upcoming posts and follow these guidelines.
All this information can also be found on https://www.weather.gov

⚠️Beware of Rip Currents!!!⚠️
Rip currents are powerful currents 🌊 of water moving away from shore. They can sweep even the strongest swimmer 🏊‍♂️ away from shore. If at all possible, swim near a lifeguard 🛟.

If caught in a rip current🌊:
- Relax, rip currents don't pull you under
- Don't swim against the current
- Swim out of the current, then to shore
- If you can't escape, float or tread water
- If you need help, yell or wave for assistance

08/28/2026

Next Week at UNCW! ⏭️

Monday, August 31st, join the Office of International Students and Scholars for Lawn games from 3pm-5pm on Hoggard Lawn for an afternoon of fun and games. Watch or participate in friendly competition of corn hole, bucket toss, and more! Snacks 🍪 and drinks 🥤 provided!

Wednesday, September 2nd, Are you coming to college in a long-distance relationship and are unsure of how to navigate the new distance between you and your partner? Join the CARE Office at their annual Cards with CARE program, where participants can make valentines for their long-distance partner (that CARE will mail on their behalf!) while discussing the nuances of staying connected when you're far apart. Feel free to attend & bring a friend (even if they're not in a long-distance relationship - everyone is welcome!) Located in the Teaching Lab 1050 from 5-7pm.

Thursday, September 3rd, Enjoy a mindful midday escape with picture books, complimentary pastries, and friendly therapy dogs. Hosted by UNCW Library, the Office of Student Wellbeing, the Department of English, and paws4people. All are welcome! It will be happening 12 – 1 pm and located in the UNCW Library, Randall Hall, Living Room, room RL2008.

Also on Thursday, Join ACE Films to enjoy a fun rom-com in Lumina Theater! Popcorn will be provided and make sure to bring your friends! They will be showing How To Lose a Guy in 10 Days (2003) from 6:30 - 8:30 pm in the Lumina Theater.

08/24/2026

Come find us at the Involvement Carnival tomorrow! 🎪
Look for Off-Campus Student Services (OCSS)!
🕙 10 am - 2 pm 🕑
@ UNCW Campus Commons

Address

601 S College Road
Wilmington, NC
28403

Telephone

+19109623119

Website

https://uncw.edu/odos, https://offcampushousing.uncw.edu/

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