International Welcome Week

Fall 2026

Sunday, August 16–Saturday, August 22

International Welcome Week is dedicated to new international students to assist in the transition to life in Nebraska, including walking tours, activities and many other events. All activities are optional except In-Person Orientation August 19 and 20.

These events are for international students only. To join our other campus events for new students, check out the Big Red Welcome schedule.

Time	Activities
Sunday, August 16
6 p.m.	Dinner at a Dining Center Join International Welcome Team members for dinner at Willa Cather Dining Center. Open to students living in University Housing and off-campus residents (free). Meet inside the main entrance of Willa Cather.
Monday, August 17
10:30 a.m.	Campus Walking Tour Take a visit around campus to get familiar with its layout and buildings. Bring your class schedule if you want to find your class buildings. Meet at the Broyhill Fountain outside the Nebraska Union.
12 p.m.	Lunch at the Dining Centers Join International Welcome Team members for lunch at Willa Cather or Harper Dining Center. Welcome Team members will be at both. Open to students living in University Housing and off-campus residents (free). Meet inside the main entrance of Willa Cather or Harper.
2:30 p.m.	Nebraska State Capitol Tour Walk to the State Capitol building for a free tour that showcases the unique architecture of the home of Nebraska's government. Meet at the Broyhill Fountain outside the Nebraska Union.
5:30 p.m.	Dinner at the Dining Centers Join International Welcome Team members for dinner at Willa Cather or Harper Dining Center. Welcome Team members will be at both. Open to students living in University Housing and off-campus residents (free). Meet inside the main entrance of Willa Cather or Harper.
Tuesday, August 18
10:30 a.m.	Campus Walking Tour Take a visit around campus to get familiar with its layout and buildings. Bring your class schedule if you want to find your class buildings. Meet at the Broyhill Fountain outside the Nebraska Union.
12 p.m.	Lunch at the Dining Centers Join International Welcome Team members for lunch at Willa Cather or Harper Dining Center. Welcome Team members will be at both. Open to students living in University Housing and off-campus residents (free). Meet inside the main entrance of Willa Cather or Harper.
2 p.m.	Campus Recreation Tour Come tour the Campus Recreation building to see all the many workout and activity options available to students. Meet outside the main entrance of City Campus Recreation. NCard Required to enter.
5:30 p.m.	Dinner at the Dining Centers Join International Welcome Team members for dinner at Willa Cather or Harper Dining Center. Welcome Team members will be at both. Open to students living in University Housing and off-campus residents (free). Meet inside the main entrance of Willa Cather or Harper.
Wednesday, August 19
9:30 a.m.	Target Shuttle Get a free ride to the Target store to purchase essential items such as bedding, food, cosmetics, clothing, personal care items, electronics and more. Meet at the R Street bus stop outside of the Nebraska Union.
1–5 p.m.	Required International Orientation Required Orientation for all incoming international undergraduate students. Arrive at 1 p.m. to the Nebraska Union.
Thursday, August 20
9 a.m.–2 p.m.	Required International Orientation Required Orientation for all incoming international undergraduate students. Lunch will be part of orientation. Arrive at 9 a.m. to the Nebraska Union.
Friday, August 21
10:30 a.m.	Downtown Lincoln Walking tour Get acquainted with the area near campus on a tour featuring students' favorite local spots. Meet at the Broyhill Fountain outside the Nebraska Union.
12 p.m.	Lunch at the Dining Centers Join International Welcome Team members for lunch at Willa Cather or Harper Dining Center. Welcome Team members will be at both. Open to students living in University Housing and off-campus residents (free). Meet inside the main entrance of Willa Cather or Harper.
Saturday, August 22
10 a.m.	Haymarket Farmers Market Visit an open-air market with hundreds of booths selling fresh fruits and vegetables, locally made sweets and artisan products. Meet at the Broyhill Fountain outside the Nebraska Union.
2 p.m.	How to Use the bus to Walmart Learn how to use the Lincoln public bus system with members of the Welcome Team. At the Walmart store, you can purchase essential items such as bedding, food, cosmetics, clothing, personal care items, electronics and more. Meet at the Broyhill Fountain outside the Nebraska Union.
3:15 p.m.	How to Use the Bus to Gateway Shopping Mall Learn how to use the Lincoln public bus system with members of the Welcome Team. Gateway Mall is a shopping center with clothing and athletic equipment stores, restaurants and a large gaming arcade. Meet at the Broyhill Fountain outside the Nebraska Union.