New Students: RecFest '22
2022-08-27 14:00 - 18:00 UTC | CT
NEW STUDENTS: RECFEST ’22: Come to have fun with recreational games and meet the other new students. Starts at 2 p.m. and will include a BBQ dinner on the Science Building lawn. Activities include a Rage Room, Inflatables, Volleyball and more!
RecFest is for new students only. The BBQ is for all students on campus.

BBQ on the REC Field
2022-08-27 16:00 - 18:00 | Midtown REC Field, 181 White St., Danbury, CT
BBQ ON THE REC FIELD: From 4 to 6 p.m. The Midtown Student Center Restaurant will be closed after 3 p.m. to facilitate the BBQ. All First time/First year resident and commuter students must swipe their ID Card.

Sound Bath Meditation
2022-08-27 19:00 - 20:00 | Warner Hall 101, 181 White St., Danbury, CT
SOUND BATH MEDITATION: Come to Warner 101 from 7 to 8 p.m. to enjoy restorative yoga, meditation, and relaxing music. Sound baths are known to reduce stress, uplift the spirit, and more. Beginners are welcome, and bring a yoga mat if you have one!

Who's Got Game?
2022-08-27 20:00 - 22:00 | Midtown Student Center Game Room, 181 White St., Danbury, CT
WHO’S GOT GAME? [SPECIAL SATURDAY NIGHT WELCOME WEEK EDITION]: Come and join us at 8 p.m. for Pool, Ping Pong, Darts, Board Games and even some Rec Zone fun.
Usually every Friday night from 6 to 10 p.m. in the Midtown Student Center Game Room, 2nd Floor and the Rec Zone will be open for your enjoyment.
There will be open game nights and tournaments.
All student clubs, organizations and sports teams are welcome to sponsor a themed Friday Night … at no cost!
Games, food, music and giveaways.
Sponsored by CHOICES, InterCultural Affairs, Recreation, Sodexo, and the Weekend Activities Council – Student Organization sponsors this week: TBD

All clubs and organizations are invited to sponsor a Friday Night – who’s Got Game Night…at No Cost to Your Club.
All you have to do is agree to host the Friday night and bring your members and friends … and have a good time.
You can register on a first come – reserve the date by contacting: Daryle Dennis – dennisd@wcsu.edu

Elephant's Trunk Flea Market*
2022-08-28 07:00 - 14:00, 2022-09-04 07:00 - 14:00 | Elephant’s Trunk Flea Market, 490 Danbury Rd, New Milford, CT, 06776
*AFFILIATED EVENT: ELEPHANT’S TRUNK FLEA MARKET: Are you looking for something fun to do on Sundays? Ride the HART Bus with your U-Pass ticket to New Milford and stroll across the Elephant’s Trunk Flea Market. Between 7 a.m. and 2 p.m. local vendors will be selling their treasures. There are food trucks as produce stands as well. Check the website for weather closures.

New Students: Voices of Students
2022-08-28 13:00 - 15:00 | Ives Concert Hall, 181 White St., Danbury, CT
VOICES OF STUDENTS FOR ALL NEW STUDENTS: Orientation Leaders present a series of vignettes to incoming students to introduce them to a variety of issues that they will be facing as they make their transition to college followed by time to talk with OLs about vignettes and ask any other questions students may have. New students are REQUIRED to attend. The program runs from 1 to 3 p.m. in Ives Concert Hall in White Hall.

On the Trail Concert
2022-08-28 20:00 | Higgins Hall Patio, 181 White St., Danbury, CT
ON THE TRAIL CONCERT: On the Trail is a modern acoustic band sharing their love for bluegrass music & more! Join us for great music and complimentary food and beverages! Starting at 8 p.m. on the Higgins patio.

FIRST DAY OF CLASSES
2022-08-29 08:00 - 17:00 | CT

Distinguished Daredevils
2022-08-29 20:00 | Ives Concert Hall, 181 White St., Danbury, CT
DISTINGUISHED DAREDEVILS: The “Distinguished Daredevils” are redefining what a variety act can be! Noah Royak & Bill Berry have joined forces and the credentials are undeniable: Guinness World Records, Juggling Championships, APCA Juggler of the year awards and lots more! There’s sword swallowing, tazer juggling, feats of balance, and it’s all wrapped up in a family friendly yet hilarious presentation. Still not enough? They’ve performed all over the world, 80+ countries, every state, corporate events, fairs, festivals and over 350 college campuses! This act packs small, plays big, and is always a crowd pleaser. At 8 p.m. in Ives Concert Hall

Kindness Rocks Painting
2022-08-30 11:00 | Midtown Campus Quad, 181 White Street, Danbury, CT
KINDNESS ROCKS PAINTING: Anyone wishing to spread a little joy is invited to come paint rocks at 11 a.m. on the Midtown campus Quad. When you’re done, add it to our Kindness Rocks Garden next to Higgins Hall or share it with a friend.

Asking For It
2022-08-30 17:30 - 19:00 | Midtown Student Center Plaza
ASKING FOR IT: This is a live interactive theater experience presented by The Center for Empowerment and Education raising awareness and effecting social change utilizing their educators/actors in theatrical scenarios depicting real life situations. From 5:30 to 7 p.m. in the Student Center Plaza. Rain location is the Student Center Theater.

First PAC Bingo
2022-08-30 20:00 - 22:00 | Higgins Hall Patio, 181 White St., Danbury, CT
FIRST PAC BINGO: Join us at the Higgins outdoor patio for our world famous PAC Bingo: Adventure Edition
Play for a chance to win one of many prizes, including our grand prize, a paddleboard!
Make sure to bring a blanket and a snack, as this will be an outdoor event
This event starts at 8 p.m.

Non-Trad Student Reception
2022-08-31 16:00 - 19:00 | Warner Hall 101, 181 White St., Danbury, CT
NON-TRADITIONAL STUDENT RECEPTION: This informal reception is for all non-traditional (non-trad) students (students 25 and over) to say “hello” and let you know that the Dean of Students Office wants to work with you to see how we can help make your experience at WCSU more enriching. We hope you can join us to say “hello”, meet some of our staff, meet some of the other non-trad students, and talk about how we might be able to support you. There are many opportunities for non-trad students to provide peer-mentoring and serve in leadership roles across the campus – something we’ll briefly discuss. Light refreshments and beverages will be provided. From 4 to 7 p.m. in Warner Hall.

Welcome Back Dinner
2022-08-31 17:00 - 18:30 | Newman Center, 7 8th Avenue, Danbury, CT, 06810, United States
NEWMAN CENTER WELCOME BACK DINNER: Free dinner at the Newman Center on 8th Avenue for all new students, faculty, and staff. From 5 to 6:30 p.m. Look for more Newman Dinners throughout the fall semester!

S'Mores Night
2022-08-31 18:00 - 20:00 | Midtown Campus Quad, 181 White Street, Danbury, CT
S’MORES NIGHT ON THE QUAD: Make your own s’mores over WCSU’s firepits in the Quad. From 6 to 8 p.m. Firepits and s’mores supplies will be provided. Come join us for a night of socializing while enjoying some delicious smores.
Sponsored by Fraternity & Sorority Life

Comedy Magic meets Hypnotism
2022-08-31 20:00 | CT
COMEDY MAGIC MEETS HYPNOTISM: Joel Meyers and Nadeen Manuel
Please check back for the exact time and location
Combining sleight of hand and original routines with larger than life personality and crowd winning charm, Joel specializes in taking audiences on what NBC calls “A roller coaster ride!” He’s an illusionist and a mentalist, a master of the stage, and a magician. He’s a performer who “will capture your imagination” (Newsweek), and he’ll win you over time and time again. Joel Meyers is simply a mystery; or as Al Pacino put it best, he’s “the coolest person ever.”
Nadeen’s Comedy Hypnosis Show will have you roaring with laughter as you witness the amazing power of the subconscious mind; featuring mesmerized audience members as the stars of the show! Her performances are celebrated as one of the most entertaining shows on land or sea – it’s fun, tasteful, family friendly and outrageously funny – come see for yourself why they call Nadeen the undisputed Queen of Comedy Hypnosis!

Student Employment Job Fair
2022-09-01 12:00 - 15:00 | Midtown Campus Quad, 181 White Street, Danbury, CT
STUDENT EMPLOYMENT JOB FAIR: Are you seeking an on-campus job? All students are invited to the Student Employment Job Fair from noon to 3 p.m. during Welcome Week! Stop by and meet with several on-campus employers to find the job for you. Be sure to bring your Student ID Card to check in to the event. Residential students can sign up for Priority Points.
*In the event of rain, the Job Fair will be held in the Midtown Student Center*

Field Hockey
2022-09-01 16:00 - 18:00 | Westside Athletic Complex, 43 Lake Ave. Extension, Danbury, CT
FIELD HOCKEY: Field Hockey vs. Manhattanville College at 4 p.m. at the Westside Athletic Complex. For more information, visit https://westconnathletics.com/index.aspx.

Women's Soccer
2022-09-01 19:00 - 21:00 | Westside Athletic Complex, 43 Lake Ave. Extension, Danbury, CT
WOMEN’S SOCCER: Women’s Soccer vs. Western New England at 7 p.m. at the Westside Athletic Complex. For more information, visit https://westconnathletics.com/index.aspx.

Midtown Coffeehouse
2022-09-01 20:00 - 22:00 | Wolves Den (MT Student Center, lower level), 181 White St., Danbury, CT
MIDTOWN COFFEEHOUSE: Join us for the first Coffeehouse of the Fall 2022 semester! This will be a PAC sponsored Comedy Coffeehouse with Comedian Derrick K.
Join us for our First Coffeehouse of the semester when we bring you Comedian, Derrick Knopsnyder. We will start the evening with an Open Mic and then close out the night with Derrick Knopsnyder, a young comedian who uses charm and unique humor to connect with his audience!
Sign-up starts at 7:30 p.m. and the performances go from 8 to 10 p.m. Light refreshments will be provided. The Midtown Coffeehouse is a staple event that has been happening every Thursday night since 2005.

Who's Got Game?
2022-09-02 18:00 - 22:00 | CT
WHO’S GOT GAME? ON FRIDAY NIGHTS: Friday night game nights are back! Come and join us for Pool, Ping Pong, Darts, Board Games and even some Rec Zone fun.
Every Friday night from 6 to 10 p.m. in the Midtown Student Center Game Room, 2nd Floor and the Rec Zone will be open for your enjoyment.
There will be open game nights and tournaments.
All student clubs, organizations and sports teams are welcome to sponsor a themed Friday Night … at no cost!
Games, food, music and giveaways.
Sponsored by CHOICES, InterCultural Affairs, Recreation, Sodexo, and the Weekend Activities Council – Student Organization sponsors this week: TBD

All clubs and organizations are invited to sponsor a Friday Night – who’s Got Game Night…at No Cost to Your Club.
All you have to do is agree to host the Friday night and bring your members and friends … and have a good time.
You can register on a first come – reserve the date by contacting: Daryle Dennis – dennisd@wcsu.edu

Macricostas Midnight Hike
2022-09-02 18:30 - 21:00 | Macricostas Preserve
MACRICOSTAS MIDNIGHT HIKE: Join members of the Adventure Club on a “midnight hike” starting at 6:30 p.m. at the below location. Make sure to follow the instructions below if you want to participate.
Macricostas Preserve Coordinates: 41.682860, -73.333694
What to wear:

Footwear with grippy soles
Shorts/pants appropriate for hiking

What to consider:

Snack/dinner/something to eat
First aid kit
Trekking poles

What to avoid:

Cotton. It kills. It does not wick moisture and it does not dry.

What to bring:

Small backpack/day pack
Preferably a headlamp. If not available, a flashlight. The phone should NOT be your light source
Water
Long sleeve shirt/light sweatshirt for when the sun sets

Words of advice:

The ascent is steep. Avoid sweating by managing your layers while hiking. The ground may be wet or slippery. Flat-soled shoes are guaranteed to have you on your rear end. Leave them home.
The Pinnacle is exposed. There is always a breeze and it will get colder when the sun goes down. A headlamp offers a hands-free operation. You will need your hands to maintain your balance during the descent or to hold on to your trekking poles.
Leave No Trace. Pack out what you pack in. Finally, remember to stay up to date with information and cancellations on the WAC Instagram (@wcsu_wac)

The Joni Project*
2022-09-02 20:00 | The Palace Danbury Theatre, 165 Main Street, Danbury, CT, 06810
*AFFILIATED EVENT: THE JONI PROJECT – A TRIBUTE TO JONI MITCHELL: The Joni Project, featuring Katie Pearlman and her band, formed as a tribute in sound and spirit to Joni, one of music’s greatest and most innovative artists. The Joni Project is fronted by the remarkable multiple-instrumentalist and songwriter Katie Pearlman on guitar & vocals, and also includes jazz and jam band mainstays Dave Berg on guitar, Dan Ehrlich on bass, Alan Lerner on drums, Mark Mancini on keyboards, Steve Finklestein on percussion, Premik Russell Tubbs on saxophone and flute, and Victoria Faiella on background vocals. The show starts at 8 p.m. at The Palace Danbury Theater on 165 Main Street in danbury and tickets are $39.

Spider-Man: No Way Home Movie Night
2022-09-02 20:00 - 22:30 | Midtown REC Field, 181 White St., Danbury, CT
PAC MOVIE NIGHT: SPIDER-MAN: Join us for a Spider-Man: No Way Home Movie Night at 8 p.m. on the Midtown Science Building Lawn!!!
Bring a blanket and snacks as it will be held outdoors.

Danbury Farmers' Market*
2022-09-03 10:00 - 14:00 | Danbury Green, CityCenter Green on Ives St., Danbury, CT, 06810, United States
*AFFILIATED EVENT: DANBURY FARMERS’ MARKET: The Danbury Farmers’ Market is held every Saturday from June 25th through October 29th on the Danbury Green from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Complimentary parking is available in the Patriot Garage. Better Food for Better Health!
The Danbury Farmers’ Market, now in its tenth year, is coordinated by the Danbury Farmers’ Market Community Collaborative, a 30-member group representing a wide variety of community agencies, in partnership with CityCenter Danbury. It continues to be a great place to purchase locally-grown produce in downtown Danbury. Visit Danbury Farmers’ Market website for more information!

Backyard Fun!
2022-09-03 12:00 - 16:00 | Fairfield Lawn
BACKYARD FUN!: Join us for some backyard games, BBQ, novelties, and more from noon to 4 p.m. on the Fairfield Lawn!
Rain location is at the Midtown Student Center.

Women's Soccer
2022-09-03 13:00 - 15:00 | Westside Athletic Complex, 43 Lake Ave. Extension, Danbury, CT
WOMEN’S SOCCER: Women’s Soccer vs. Worcester Polytech (WPI) at 1 p.m. at the Westside Athletic Complex. For more information, visit https://westconnathletics.com/index.aspx.

Grocery Bingo!
2022-09-04 18:00 - 20:00 | Litchfield Hall Entrance
PAC GROCERY BINGO: Join us at 6 p.m. at the Litchfield Hall entrance for a chance to win snacks and prizes!

Labor Day
2022-09-05 08:00 - 17:00 | CT
Labor Day: Classes are not in session and offices will be closed
