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With each summer day, move-in and Orientation get a little closer! Whether you're finalizing your fall plans, connecting with future classmates, or soaking up some well-deserved downtime, you're one step closer to calling Burlington home.
Fun fact: Burlington's Lake Champlain is home to "Champ," a local lake monster legend that's been part of Vermont folklore for generations. Keep your eyes on the water because you never know what you might spot! 🌊👀🐉
This week, we've gathered important reminders, upcoming deadlines, and resources to help you stay on track for a successful start at UVM. See what items are left on your New Student Checklist!
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If you are having trouble accessing your checklist, reach out to Admissions at admissions@uvm.edu.
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Plan Ahead for the Fall Semester
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Planning to fly home for November break? Want to know when to book that Spring Break trip? Review the UVM Calendar for the 2026 -2027 school year. This calendar includes dates for the first/last day of classes, holidays/university closures, and more.
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UVM offers a number of long-distance transportation options to help students get to and from campus, including shuttles to major regional airports and cities. You can review available options and schedules here.
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Residence halls close during certain academic breaks, so it's important to coordinate your travel plans accordingly.
***Course registration for Spring 2027 is happening the week before November break. For many of you, that means your registration will be on Friday, November 20. Please plan to stay on campus until your course registration is complete (plan to leave Friday after 4:30 or Saturday morning).
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TO DO's: Modules and Surveys to Complete 📋
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✅ Complete Your Required Learning Modules
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Complete the required Vector Learning Modules by August 14. These interactive modules cover Alcohol and Other Drugs, Mental Wellbeing, and Sexual Violence Prevention. Modules generally take between 45 and 90 minutes to complete, but every learner is different, so make sure you give yourself enough time to complete them before the due date.
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✅ Help Us Get to Know You
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As a new member of the Catamount Community, we'd like to get to know you better to help us prepare for your arrival. Complete the Pre-Enrollment Survey by August 23rd so we can connect you with resources and people that best match your needs.
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✅ Making Connections That Matter
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With over 250+ Clubs at UVM, there is something fun for you to join! Complete the Club Interest Survey by August 15th, and the Department of Student Life will connect you to the clubs you're most interested in at the start of the semester.
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Upcoming New Student Insight Sessions💡
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Join us tomorrow, July 16th at 7:00pm (ET), for Welcome to University Housing and Dining - New Student Insight Session (NSIS) University Housing & Dining Services (UHDS).
From Residential Life to navigating the dining options, our team is here to support you as you transition to UVM!
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Future July Insight Sessions - Mark Your Calendars!
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🔐 Unlocking UVM Billing: Your Questions Answered - July 20th, 2026 at 7pm ET
We’ll cover key billing and financial aid questions after the mid-July bill release, so you can start your UVM journey with confidence!
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💚 Campus Connections: Exploring Student Life & Involvement - July 21st at 7pm ET
Get the inside scoop on student life at UVM! Learn how to get involved through clubs, events, and leadership opportunities and hear from current students about finding community and making the most of campus life.
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🏠 Your Guide To Move-In Day with University Housing and Dining - July 23rd at 7pm ET
Everything you need to know about move-in, from packing to parking!
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All sessions are held at Eastern Time (ET). Links for upcoming sessions are posted to the New Student Insight Sessions webpage. Sessions are recorded, captioned, and posted as soon as they are available after they occur.
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Pre-Orientation Program Openings!
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UVM GO Community brings incoming students to campus three days early to move in and start to build your UVM connections! Have a great time while engaging in activities and community building in the greater Burlington area.
Each program highlights a unique aspect of Burlington and/or Vermont. Lead by a UVM Professor, your program might tour maple sugaring operations, check out the Burlington Arts scene, go sailing on Lake Champlain, or go for a day hike on a nearby mountain!
UVM GO programs are offered for every Residential Zone and all Learning Communities. All programs still have spots available! Visit our website to find out more!
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What is Civic Engagement at UVM?
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The Civic Engagement team in Student Life helps students connect with both the UVM and Burlington communities through service opportunities and civic learning.
If you have questions about updating your voter registration, registering to vote, or submitting your ballot, Civic Engagement is your nonpartisan campus resource. Throughout the fall, they will offer several opportunities to register to vote on campus, beginning with a Vote Tote Painting Party on September 2.
We also have a variety of civic engagement events planned, including:
🚐 A field trip to a Burlington City Council meeting
🏛 A visit to the Vermont State Capitol in Montpelier
🗳 A Midterm Voting 101 Q&A session
🥳 An Election Night Watch Party
Looking to get involved in community service? Join us at the Community Service Fair on September 15 or the RALLYTHON 5K (fundraiser for the local children's hospital) on October 3 to learn more about ways to make a difference.
You can find the office for Civic Engagement in the Davis Center, Room 310, or follow them on Instagram @uvm_ce for updates and opportunities throughout the year.
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