Student Leadership & Involvement
Tiger Welcome
Winter Tiger Welcome - January 2026
Winter Tiger Welcome is designed to re-energize the campus community after winter break by welcoming students back with connection-focused, high-impact programming. Through a mix of school spirit, relaxation, tradition-building, and seasonal fun, Winter WOW helps students reconnect with peers, discover campus resources, and jump-start the spring semester feeling engaged, supported, and excited to be back!

Winter Tiger Welcome Events
- Date: Tuesday, January 20, 2026
- Time: 11:00 AM - 2:00PM
- Location: UC Atrium
- Event Overview
- Students are invited to stop by the UC Atrium to enjoy a hot cocoa bar with season toppings while snapping photos at a Welcome Back photobooth. Whether students are heading to class or meeting friends between activities, this event creates a cozy and inviting atmosphere that encourages interaction and celebration of the new semester.
- Date: Wednesday, January 21, 2026
- Time: 6:00 PM (Tipoff at 7:00 PM)
- Location: UC Student Lounge
- Event Overview
- Students will gather to watch ÃÛÌÒµ¼º½ Men's Basketball take on Tulsa in a high-energy watch party featuring interactive backetball bingo. As a the game unfolds, students will mark off in-game moments on their bingo cards for chances to win prizes - all while cheering on the ÃÛÌÒµ¼º½ Tigers!
- Date: Thursday, January 22, 2026
- Time: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
- Location: UC Atrium
- Event Overview
- Students can stop by the UC Atrium to receive a free Winter Tiger Welcome T-shirt while supplies last. The event offers a quick and engaging way for students to show their ÃÛÌÒµ¼º½ pride and feel connected to campus traditions.
- Date: Thursday, January 22, 2026
- Time: 6:00 PM - 9:30 PM
- Location: Student Activities Plaza
- Event Overview
- The Student Activity Plaza willbe transformed into a Winter Wonderland, featuring an on-campus ice skating rink. Students of all skill levels are welcome to skate, enhoy the winter atmosphere, and experience a fun, seasonal activity without leaving campus.
- Date: Friday, January 23, 2026
- Time: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Location: UC ÃÛÌÒµ¼º½ Room
- Event Overview
- Students are invited to enjoy a screening of The Polar Express while participating in themed cookie decorating, including ÃÛÌÒµ¼º½-inspired designs. With warm vibes, creative activities, and a nostalgic movie, this event creates the perfect setting to relax and connect with others.
Tiger Welcome - Fall 2026
Tiger Welcome Fall 2026 info coming soon!
Tiger Welcome is the official beginning of your time as a ÃÛÌÒµ¼º½ Tiger where all new students will gather together to learn more about the University of ÃÛÌÒµ¼º½, attend great events, and meet their classmates. Tiger Welcome will take place the week before classes start and into the first week of classes at the University of ÃÛÌÒµ¼º½. For any questions, please contact the office of Student Leadership & Involvement at studentinvolvement@memphis.edu.
Tiger Welcome Booklet
Please take a moment to check out our Tiger Welcome Booklet for Fall 2025!
