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Plans are already underway to welcome our new class of students this fall. For fall 2026, new student move-in will occur Friday, Aug. 14 through Tuesday, Aug. 18. During this time, nearly 8,000 new students and their families will arrive on campus, marking the start of Fall Welcome and the new academic year.Ìý ÌýÌý

Faculty and staff play an essential role in helping campus operations run smoothly. Here what you need to know to prepare.ÌýÌýÌý

New Student OrientationÌý

All incoming students are required to attend New Student Orientation in June or July, and faculty and staff will see more new students and families on campus this summer. Students and families will spend two days on campus, where they will connect with others, learn about life at ÀϾÅÆ·²è and explore campus resources. Students will also register for fall semester classes.Ìý

Move-inÌý

Move-in for students participating in pre-arrival programs will be Friday, Aug. 14. International students will move in on Saturday, Aug. 15, and first year and returning students will move in on Sunday, Aug 16 through Tuesday, Aug. 18.ÌýÌý

ParkingÌý

Faculty and staff should plan for parking restrictions on Friday, Aug. 14 and Saturday, Aug. 15 in the parking lots near residence halls.Ìý Significant on-campus parking and traffic disruptions can be expected from Sunday, Aug. 16 through Tuesday, Aug. 18. Campus event planners should also consider the impacts on guests if events are hosted Aug. 14-19.ÌýÌý

With increased traffic around Boulder during move-in, parking closures help create a more efficient move-in experience for new students and families by limiting the number of vehicles driving to, on and around campus.Ìý ÌýÌý

Closer to move-in, permit holders will receive an email notification of any parking lot impacts from Parking Services.ÌýÌýÌý

Fall WelcomeÌý

Students will participate in Fall Welcome events Aug. 16-29. Students will learn more about campus resources and support services, while making valuable connections with fellow Buffs, faculty and staff.ÌýÌýÌý

Parent and family engagement opportunities will also take place during this time. These opportunities will help welcome them to our CU community and share resources and services to help with their student transition to ÀϾÅÆ·²è.Ìý ÌýÌý

Campus departments are invited to submit programs, events and opportunities to be included in the Fall Welcome schedule. by May 8, 2026. Any questions regarding Fall Welcome can be directed to New Student and Family Programs.ÌýÌýÌý

Volunteers neededÌý

Volunteers are essential to the success of New Student Orientation, Fall Welcome and move-in. The university needs enthusiastic volunteers to help welcome new students and families to campus, with a heightened need for volunteers anticipated for Sunday, Aug. 16.Ìý ÌýÌý

The volunteer sign-up will be released soon. To be notified once the sign-up is live, or to begin coordinating group volunteering, please email reslife@colorado.edu.Ìý