Winter Cowboy Welcome
Jan. 11 - 24, 2026
Join us for Winter Cowboy Welcome! You'll have the opportunity to attend fun-filled events, meet new friends and participate in meaningful experiences with new and current students. You'll also learn more about the support services and resources available to you at OSU.
- Sunday, Jan. 11
EVENT TIME LOCATION ABOUT Cowgirl Basketball vs. Colorado 1 p.m. Gallagher-Iba Arena Cheer on the OSU Cowgirls as they face the University of Colorado! Don’t miss the excitement and show your Cowboy pride. Cowboy Wrestling vs. Oklahoma 5 p.m. Gallagher-Iba Arena Catch the action as OSU Wrestling takes on in-state rival Oklahoma! Be there to support the Cowboys in this exciting Bedlam showdown. - Monday, Jan. 12
EVENT TIME LOCATION ABOUT Snacks and Snaps with Business Pete 8-10 a.m. Spears School of Business, BOK Financial Lobby Capture the day with first day of class pictures with Business Pete and snacks. Get directions to your classroom. The History of Frank "Pistol Pete" Eaton 2:30-3:30 p.m. ATRC 102 Learn the true story of Frank Eaton, the man behind OSU's mascot, Pistol Pete, who was a true life cowboy in the wild west. CEAT Winter Warm-Up 6-8 p.m. ATRC Student Excellence Center Warm up, meet new friends, and explore CEAT spaces in a relaxed setting. Enjoy hot drinks, cozy activities, and simple ways to reconnect as the semester begins. This is an easy way to ease back into campus life and discover support you can use all year. First Day of School Pictures 8 a.m.-12 p.m. Library Lawn Get your "First Day of School" picture taken by the Student Union Activities Board! - Tuesday, Jan. 13
EVENT TIME LOCATION ABOUT First Day of School Pictures 8 a.m.-12 p.m. Library Lawn Get your "First Day of School" picture taken by the Student Union Activities Board! Winter Welcome Back Party 11 a.m.-1 p.m. 211 Student Union Kick off the spring semester at the Winter Welcome Back Party! Join Campus Life for fun, food, and friends. Continuous Open Bidding Informational 4-6 p.m. Student Union Ballroom, room 265 Get to know the Panhellenic sororities participating in spring recruitment and discover the welcoming community and sisterhood waiting for you. Dream It. Design It. Do it. - Vision Board Night 5-6 p.m. Spears School of Business, room BU 040 Kick off the new semester and new year with purpose! Join us to create your own vision board and map out your success for 2026. All supplies are provided, but you can also bring your own. There will be food and snacks too! Movie & Game Night 6-8 p.m. Classroom Building, room 313 Join the Multiculutral Greek Council and the Office of Multicultural Affairs as we kick of Spring Welcome Week with a movie/game night. Enjoy fun games and snacks! Cowboy Basketball vs. Baylor 8 p.m. Gallagher-Iba Arena Join us as OSU Men’s Basketball battles Baylor! Bring your energy and help cheer the Cowboys to victory. - Wednesday, Jan. 14
EVENT TIME LOCATION ABOUT DIY Wednesday 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Student Union Plaza Check out the first DIY Wednesday activity for the spring semester. You don't want to miss this fun come-and-go event with Student Union Activities Board! Cocoa and Careers 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Student Union, room 360 Warm up with a cup of cocoa and quick career tips! Swing by, grab a drink, and meet the Career Services team. Whether you’re curious about majors, résumés, or finding your first campus job, we’re here to help—come and go as you please! Welcome Week Tea with UDS 1:30-3:00 p.m. Student Union, 2nd Floor outside of room 232 Join us for a relaxed afternoon of tea and conversation with OSU's Registered Dietitian from University Dining Services. This is your chance to ask questions about campus dining, nutrition, food allergies and healthy eating habits - all while enjoying a warm cup of tea. Ferguson Winter Welcome 4:30-6:00 p.m. Agriculture Hall 101, Student Success Center The Ferguson College of Agriculture is excited to welcome all new freshman, transfer, and graduate students! Come grab some pizza, connect with current students, and take home a few giveaway items. We can’t wait to meet you! "I Have a Dream" MLK March Sign Making6:00-8:00 p.m. Engineering South, Room 107 Prepare for the celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. Day by creating signs highlighting your dreams and aspirations in preparation for the Unity March on January 20. Our Friend, Martin will be playing, and light snacks and refreshments will be provided. - Thursday, Jan. 15
EVENT TIME LOCATION ABOUT Volunteer Fair 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Student Union French Lounge, room 270 Learn about various volunteer opportunities within our community. CEHS Hot Chocolate Bar 10:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. NRD, The Great Hall Join CEHS and celebrate the new semester with delicious hot chocolate! Student Involvement Fair 2-4 p.m. Student Union Ballroom, room 265, and Ballroom Lobby Learn about our 400+ student organizations representing a diverse range of majors, interests and activities. This is one of the best ways to find your place on campus. Business Bootcamp 5-6 p.m. Spears School of Business, room BU 040 Get set for the semester! Join us for the first First-Year Series event. In this Boot Camp, you'll learn tips for success. All new first-year students and transfer students are welcome! Business Building 040 Traditions and Trivia 5:30 p.m. Student Union, room 280 Test your knowledge and celebrate campus pride at Traditions and Trivia, where campus history meets friendly competition. Next Chapter Library Lounge 6-8 p.m. Edmon Low Library, Browsing Room Next Chapter Library Lounge welcomes students into the Edmon Low Library community. Come play board games, video games, enjoy snacks, and solve a “mystery game” orientation experience. Let us welcome you to campus and to Edmon Low Library! - Friday, Jan. 16
EVENT TIME LOCATION ABOUT Cowgirl Tennis vs. Oral Roberts 1 p.m. Greenwood Tennis Center Head to the Greenwood Tennis Center to cheer on OSU Women’s Tennis as they take on Oral Roberts! Show your support for the Cowgirls on the court. Cowgirl Tennis vs. Sait Joseph's 5 p.m. Greenwood Tennis Center Join us to watch the OSU Women’s Tennis take on Saint Joseph’s! Support the Cowgirls in their second match of the day. ISS New Student Welcome Event 3-5 p.m. Wes Watkins Center, room 308 Connect with campus partners and learn what you need to know for the semester, plus enjoy gifts and snacks; this welcome event is required for new international students. - Saturday, Jan. 17
EVENT TIME LOCATION ABOUT Cowboy Basketball vs. Kansas State University 9 p.m. Gallagher-Iba Arena Don’t miss OSU Men’s Basketball taking on Kansas State! Bring your Cowboy spirit and cheer the team to victory. - Sunday, Jan. 18
EVENT TIME LOCATION ABOUT Cowgirl Basketball vs. Iowa State 3 p.m. Gallagher-Iba Arena Cheer on the Cowgirls as OSU Women’s Basketball takes on Iowa State! Bring your energy and show your support. - Tuesday, Jan. 20
EVENT TIME LOCATION ABOUT Tech for Success All day Student Union University Store, OrangeTech Join OrangeTech for Tech for Success, a hands-on event designed to help OSU students get the most out of their iPads. Whether you’re new to using an iPad for class or want to level up your study game, our team will walk you through tips, apps, and features that make learning easier and more efficient. Stop by to explore tools that can help you stay organized, take smarter notes, and get the most out of your college experience. MLK March 11:00 a.m. Student Union, near room 240 Join us to march around campus to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. March will end at the Edmon Low Library. Orange Power Hour 2-3:30 p.m. Central Market Place Kick off the semester on a sweet note with University Dining Services at Central Market Place. Stop by for a free orange soda ice cream float, catch up with friends, and enjoy a refreshing start to the semester. Warm Up to the New Semester 4-6 p.m. Agriculture Hall 101, Student Success Center Warm up to the new semester in the Student Success Center with a variety of soups and an opportunity to visit with our Ferguson College of Agriculture advising team! CEAT S4 - Spring Semester Strategy Session 7-9 p.m. Endeavor, room 160 Start your spring semester with a clear plan. Bring your syllabi and drop in for a hands-on session where you can mark up deadlines, map out your workload, set meaningful goals, and create a visual mood board for the year. Whether you want structured guidance or a quiet space to reset, S4 helps you launch the semester with confidence and direction. - Wednesday, Jan. 21
EVENT TIME LOCATION ABOUT Tech for Success All day Student Union University Store, OrangeTech Join OrangeTech for Tech for Success, a hands-on event designed to help OSU students get the most out of their iPads. Whether you’re new to using an iPad for class or want to level up your study game, our team will walk you through tips, apps, and features that make learning easier and more efficient. Stop by to explore tools that can help you stay organized, take smarter notes, and get the most out of your college experience. Pop by for Pups and Cups 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Agricultural Hall Lobby Pop by Agricultural Hall to grab some hot chocolate or tea and meet members of Pete’s Pet Posse as you kick off your semester! Native Explorers Lunch & Learn 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Life Sciences East, room 104 & 105 Learn about the Chickasaw Nation's Native Explorers program! Program dates are May 18-23, 2026 where participants will work with and learn from Native American scientists, physicians, and students in this immersive exploration experience. Here's to 75 S'more Years! 1-2 p.m. Student Union Plaza Enjoy free s’mores on the Student Union Plaza as we celebrate 75 years of bringing students together. Fresh Start Bingo 6-7 p.m. Spears School of Business, room BU 001 Classes are back and so is the fun! Join us for a classic BINGO night with some food, prizes, and fun to celebrate the new year together. Everyone’s welcome! - Thursday, Jan. 22
EVENT TIME LOCATION ABOUT Tech for Success All Day Student Union University Store, OrangeTech Join OrangeTech for Tech for Success, a hands-on event designed to help OSU students get the most out of their iPads. Whether you’re new to using an iPad for class or want to level up your study game, our team will walk you through tips, apps, and features that make learning easier and more efficient. Stop by to explore tools that can help you stay organized, take smarter notes, and get the most out of your college experience. Spears Transfer Student Series: Connections 5-6 p.m. Spears School of Business, room BU 270 Get set for the semester at our first Transfer Student Series event! Connect with fellow business transfer students and start strong with support from Spears. Business Building 270 CEAT Transfer Student Social 5:30-7:00 p.m. ATRC Student Excellence Center New to CEAT or back for another semester after transferring? Join us for a welcoming, low-pressure social where you can meet other transfer students, learn insider tips, and get connected with helpful CEAT resources before classes begin. MLK Keynote Speaker: Tamya Cox-Toure 6:20 p.m. Studnet Union Ballroom Join us in the 2026 MLK Celebration, Keynote Speaker- Tamya Cox-Toure, Executive Director of the ACLU of Oklahoma. Blizzard Bingo 8-10 p.m. Student Union Starlight Terrace, room 465 Come join our Housing Late Night event! Come play some bingo and get a chance to win some prizes. - Friday, Jan. 23
EVENT TIME LOCATION ABOUT Tech for Success All Day Student Union University Store, OrangeTech Join OrangeTech for Tech for Success, a hands-on event designed to help OSU students get the most out of their iPads. Whether you’re new to using an iPad for class or want to level up your study game, our team will walk you through tips, apps, and features that make learning easier and more efficient. Stop by to explore tools that can help you stay organized, take smarter notes, and get the most out of your college experience. - Saturday, Jan. 24
EVENT TIME LOCATION ABOUT Cowboy Basketball vs. Iowa State 3 p.m. Gallagher-Iba Arena Join us at Gallagher-Iba Arena as OSU Men’s Basketball takes on Iowa State! Bring your Cowboy pride and help push the team to victory.