{"id":299,"date":"2017-09-19T18:22:59","date_gmt":"2017-09-19T18:22:59","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/wcsu.wpengine.com\/orientation\/faq-ww\/"},"modified":"2026-03-09T19:30:56","modified_gmt":"2026-03-09T19:30:56","slug":"faq","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/orientation\/welcome-week\/faq\/","title":{"rendered":"FAQ Welcome Weekend"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"content\">\n<h3 style=\"color: #00475a\"><span style=\"font-size: 200%;color: #002856\"><strong><span id=\"topLinks\">WELCOME WEEKEND 2026<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<h5 style=\"color: #00475a\"><span style=\"font-size: 200%;color: #ff4d00\">Friday, August 21 \u2013 Monday, August 24<\/span><\/h5>\n<hr \/>\n<table style=\"width: 100%;border-collapse: collapse;border-style: solid;border-color: #d9d8d6;background-color: #f7f7f7\" border=\".5px\" cellpadding=\"15px 25px\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 100%;padding: 15px 25px 15px 25px\">\n<div id=\"content\">\n<h5><span style=\"font-size: 130%\"><strong><span style=\"line-height: 27px\">Welcome Weekend&#8217;s 2026 schedule is coming soon!<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h5>\n<\/div>\n<h5><span style=\"font-size: 130%;line-height: 27px\">Some of the upcoming events will include: Entering the Gates Ceremony, RecFest, Act Out, Take It or Leave It game show, Honors Student Orientation, and First Year and Transfer Students Gathering.<\/span><\/h5>\n<h5><span style=\"font-size: 130%;line-height: 27px\">See below for any questions you might have in preparation for the starting of the 2026 school year.<\/span><\/h5>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<h5><span style=\"color: #ffffff\"><a id=\"up\"><\/a>TOP<\/span><\/h5>\n<div id=\"content\">\n<h4><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;color: #002856;font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif\"><span style=\"font-size: 140%\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul class=\"bullets\">\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;color: #002856\"><a style=\"color: #002856\" href=\"#parents\">Are my parents allowed to come to Welcome Weekend?<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;color: #002856\"><a style=\"color: #002856\" href=\"#residing\">Do I need to show any other immunization if I will be residing on campus?<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;color: #002856\"><a style=\"color: #002856\" href=\"#involved\">How do I find out about how to get involved on campus?<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;color: #002856\"><a style=\"color: #002856\" href=\"#id\">How do I get an ID Card?<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;color: #002856\"><a style=\"color: #002856\" href=\"#directions\">How do I get to WestConn for Welcome Weekend?<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;color: #002856\"><a style=\"color: #002856\" href=\"#register\">How do I register for Welcome Weekend?<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;color: #002856\"><a style=\"color: #002856\" href=\"#transfer\">I am a transfer student. Do I really need to attend Welcome Weekend?<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;color: #002856\"><a style=\"color: #002856\" href=\"#accommodations\">What do I do if I need accommodations for my disability during Welcome Weekend? <\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;color: #002856\"><a style=\"color: #002856\" href=\"#dietary\">What do I do if I need special dietary accommodations?<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;color: #002856\"><a style=\"color: #002856\" href=\"#bring\">What do I need to bring for Welcome Weekend?<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;color: #002856\"><a style=\"color: #002856\" href=\"#parttime\">What if I am a part-time student? <\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;color: #002856\"><a style=\"color: #002856\" href=\"#non-trad\">What if I am an adult or non-traditional student? Do I still need to attend Welcome Weekend?<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;color: #002856\"><a style=\"color: #002856\" href=\"#immunizations\">What immunizations must I provide in order to register for classes?<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;color: #002856\"><a style=\"color: #002856\" href=\"#gates\">What is the &#8220;Entering the Gates&#8221; ceremony and why is it important?<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;color: #002856\"><a style=\"color: #002856\" href=\"#requirements\">What requirements are there before I am allowed to register for classes? <\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;color: #002856\"><a style=\"color: #002856\" href=\"#meals\">What type of meal plans are available and who can get them?<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;color: #002856\"><a style=\"color: #002856\" href=\"#whenwhere\">When and where is Welcome Weekend?<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;color: #002856\"><a style=\"color: #002856\" href=\"#movein\">When can new students move into the residence halls<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;color: #002856\"><a style=\"color: #002856\" href=\"#fall\">When do Fall classes begin?<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;color: #002856\"><a style=\"color: #002856\" href=\"#information\">When will I get information about Welcome Weekend?<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;color: #002856\"><a style=\"color: #002856\" href=\"#parentsstay\">Where can my parents and I stay if we are coming in from far away?<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #002856\"><a style=\"color: #002856\" href=\"#Bill\"><span class=\"faqtitle\" style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Where do I go to pay my bill or find out about Financial Aid?<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;color: #002856\"><a style=\"color: #002856\" href=\"#park\">Where do I park for Welcome Weekend?<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;color: #002856\"><a style=\"color: #002856\" href=\"#books\">Will I be able to purchase my books during Welcome Weekend? <\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color: #002856;text-decoration: underline\"><a id=\"tech\" style=\"color: #002856;text-decoration: underline\"><\/a><strong>Technology Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul class=\"bullets\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/support.wcsu.edu\/?ht_kb=how-to-register-my-device-to-the-western-wireless-network\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;color: #002856\">How can I use my computer in the Residence Hall?<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;color: #002856\"><a style=\"color: #002856\" href=\"#windows\">How do I get a WestConn Windows account?<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;color: #002856\"><a style=\"color: #002856\" href=\"#savvy\">I am not very computer savvy. Where can I get help?<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;color: #002856\"><a style=\"color: #002856\" href=\"#recommendations\">I want to purchase a computer to bring to WestConn. What should I buy?<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;color: #002856\"><a style=\"color: #002856\" href=\"#wireless\">Is WestConn Wireless?<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;color: #002856\"><a style=\"color: #002856\" href=\"#computer\">Should I bring my own computer?<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;color: #002856\"><a style=\"color: #002856\" href=\"#email\">Should I get a University email account?<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;color: #002856\"><a style=\"color: #002856\" href=\"#facilities\">What computer facilities are available at WestConn?<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;color: #002856\">What is a WolvesNet account, and where can I get one?<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong><span class=\"faqtitle\" style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><a id=\"parents\"><\/a>Are my parents allowed to come to Welcome Weekend?<\/span><\/strong><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"> Yes, they can attend <b>on the first day of Welcome Weekend<\/b>, August 21 to attend the \u201cEntering the Gates Ceremony&#8221;.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;font-family: georgia, palatino, serif\"><a href=\"#up\">Back to Top<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><span class=\"faqtitle\" style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><strong><a id=\"residing\"><\/a>Do I need to show any other immunization if I will be residing on campus?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">All residence hall students are required by Connecticut State Law, Public Act 01-93, to have documented proof of immunization with meningococcal vaccine (including group A, C, Y &amp; W-135 or Menactra) within five years of moving into the residence hall) before arriving on campus.\u00a0 Please submit your proof to the Health Services office located in front of Litchfield Hall, <a href=\"http:\/\/maps.google.com\/maps?f=q&amp;hl=en&amp;q=181+white+street,+danbury,+ct&amp;om=1\"> Midtown campus<\/a>.\u00a0 The HRL Department highly encourages all resident get vaccinated before fall move-in. Also, you may email your information to healthservices@wcsu.edu (pdf only) or fax your information to (203)837-8583.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;font-family: georgia, palatino, serif\"><a href=\"#up\">Back to Top<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><span class=\"faqtitle\" style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><strong><a id=\"involved\"><\/a>How do I find out about getting involved on campus?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">You can visit our website, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/csi\/\">https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/csi\/<\/a>, to see what student organizations are already on campus or how to form your own club or organization. \u00a0During our Clubs Carnival event held in the beginning of the school year you can meet many of the student organizations.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;font-family: georgia, palatino, serif\"><a href=\"#up\">Back to Top<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><span class=\"faqtitle\" style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><strong><a id=\"id\"><\/a>How do I get a parking decal\/ID Card?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><span class=\"style1\"><strong>Parking decals were discontinued effective July 1, 2016. <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0Students no longer need any stickers or decals.\u00a0 However, parking locations are limited to the two parking garages on the Midtown campus, and the commuter lots and Centennial Parking garage on the Westside campus.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;font-family: georgia, palatino, serif\"><a href=\"#up\">Back to Top<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><span class=\"faqtitle\" style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><strong><a id=\"directions\"><\/a>How do I get to WestConn for Welcome Weekend?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Directions and a map can be found here: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/campustour\/\">https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/campustour\/<\/a>.<br \/>\nDirections from the local airports can be found here: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/orientation\/travel\/\"> \/orientation\/travel\/<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;font-family: georgia, palatino, serif\"><a href=\"#up\">Back to Top<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><span class=\"faqtitle\" style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><strong><a id=\"register\"><\/a>How do I register for Welcome Weekend?<\/strong><\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"> You do not have to register for Welcome Weekend. \u00a0But if you have any questions, you can call 203-837-9700 or send an email to <a href=\"mailto:diazv@wcsu.edu\">diazv@wcsu.edu<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;font-family: georgia, palatino, serif\"><a href=\"#up\">Back to Top<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><span class=\"faqtitle\" style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><strong><a id=\"transfer\"><\/a>I am a transfer student. \u00a0Do I really need to attend Welcome Weekend?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Yes. \u00a0We encourage all students to attend not only to familiarize themselves with resources and services available at WestConn but also to get to know other students, form connections, and make friends by having a good time together.\u00a0 If you have not already gotten your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/westconnect\/\">ID card<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/support.wcsu.edu\/?ht_kb=10-things-you-should-know-about-it-as-an-incoming-student-to-wcsu\">computer accounts<\/a>, now is the time to do so considering you will need them for the start of the school year.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><a href=\"#up\">Back to Top<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><span class=\"faqtitle\" style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><strong><a id=\"accommodations\"><\/a>What do I do if I need accommodations for my disability during Welcome Weekend?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">If you have a disability and require special accommodations for Welcome Weekend or your classes, contact WestConn\u2019s AccessAbility Services Office at (203) 837-8225. \u00a0To find out more information you can go to their website: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/accessability\">www.wcsu.edu\/accessability<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;font-family: georgia, palatino, serif\"><a href=\"#up\">Back to Top<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><span class=\"faqtitle\" style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><strong><a id=\"dietary\"><\/a>What do I do if I need special dietary accommodations?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"> If you have special dietary requirements, please contact the Office of Student Affairs at 203-837-9700 to let them know what you need and special arrangements can be made through <a href=\"https:\/\/wcsu.sodexomyway.com\/\">Food Services<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;font-family: georgia, palatino, serif\"><a href=\"#up\">Back to Top<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><span class=\"faqtitle\" style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><strong><a id=\"bring\"><\/a>What do I need to bring for Welcome Weekend?<\/strong><\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"> If you are planning to buy or rent your books, bring cash or credit cards and a copy of your schedule.\u00a0 If you have not yet submitted your proof of immunization, please bring that with you as well.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">If you\u2019re a <strong>commuter<\/strong> student, bring your WestConn ID card to the events and get a taste of what WestConn is all about!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">If you\u2019re a <strong>resident <\/strong>student, remember to move in only at the <b>appointed time<\/b> as indicated in the email you received (or will receive).\u00a0 Bring a print-out of your residence-hall check-in time which should be displayed in your car window.\u00a0 For detailed information about what to bring refer to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/housing\/\">Housing &amp; Residence Life<\/a> website.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;font-family: georgia, palatino, serif\"><a href=\"#up\">Back to Top<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><span class=\"faqtitle\" style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><strong style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><a id=\"parttime\"><\/a>What if I am a part-time student?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Part-time students are invited and encouraged to attend Welcome Weekend. \u00a0Just like our full-time students you can learn something about WestConn and get to know other students in a fun and informative setting.\u00a0 If you have not already had the time to do so, now is also the time to make sure you get your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/westconnect\/\">ID card<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/support.wcsu.edu\/?ht_kb=10-things-you-should-know-about-it-as-an-incoming-student-to-wcsu\">computer accounts<\/a>, buy your books, etc.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;font-family: georgia, palatino, serif\"><a href=\"#up\">Back to Top<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><span class=\"faqtitle\" style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><strong><a id=\"non-trad\"><\/a>What if I am an adult or non-traditional student? \u00a0Do I still need to attend Welcome Weekend?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">No, but there will be a lot of fun events and information available during Welcome Weekend that is important to all students.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;font-family: georgia, palatino, serif\"><a href=\"#up\">Back to Top<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><span class=\"faqtitle\" style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><strong><a id=\"immunizations\"><\/a>What immunizations must I provide in order to register for classes?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Connecticut State law requires students to present immunizations in order to register for courses. Please go to <a href=\"\/healthservices\/\">www.wcsu.edu\/healthservices<\/a> and click on immunization requirements for details.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;font-family: georgia, palatino, serif\"><a href=\"#up\">Back to Top<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><span class=\"faqtitle\" style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><strong><a id=\"gates\"><\/a>What is the &#8220;Entering the Gates&#8221; ceremony and why is it important?<\/strong><\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"> During the &#8220;Entering the Gates&#8221; ceremony, you, as a new member of the WestConn community, will enter through the university gates, symbolically leaving behind your life as a high school student or student at another university.\u00a0 Led by the university president, deans, and faculty in academic regalia, you will enter and accept your new role as a responsible member of the WestConn community and university life.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">This tradition was started in 1999 and has been a part of the Welcome Weekend activities ever since. Similar traditions have been part of opening ceremonies at many other colleges and universities around the country, including Ivy League schools such as Penn or Brown.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">It&#8217;s time to take on your new role and be proud of it!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;font-family: georgia, palatino, serif\"><a href=\"#up\">Back to Top<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><span class=\"faqtitle\" style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><strong><a id=\"requirements\"><\/a>What requirements are there before I am allowed to register?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">The following information must be in place before you can register for classes:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol type=\"1\">\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">make your $200.00 non-refundable deposit<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">CT State Law requires all students submit required immunizations on the <strong>Connecticut State University Student <\/strong><strong>Health Service Form<\/strong> provided in your admission packet or available at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/healthservices\/onlineforms\/\"><em>www.wcsu.edu\/healthservices\/onlineforms\/<\/em><\/a><em>. If a vaccination record from the physician&#8217;s office is included, the form can be completed by the student. In this case, no healthcare provider signature is required. <\/em>These forms should be emailed to healthservices@wcsu.edu (pdf only), mailed or faxed (203-837-8583) to Health Services before the start of the semester or you may bring them when you come to campus for Orientation.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">you will need to have taken any applicable placement test as noted in your admissions packet (Math, English, and Chemistry)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">If you missed New Student Summer Orientation and need to catch up, you will be sent your schedule along with a package of information to help you get on track for the Fall semester.\u00a0 Transfer students need to meet with an advisor as soon as possible after being accepted (don&#8217;t forget to bring your program sheet to the meeting).\u00a0 If you just now got accepted to WestConn, please make an appointment with the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/aac\/appointment-request-form\/\">Advisement Center online<\/a> or call them at 203-837-8397 to register for classes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;font-family: georgia, palatino, serif\"><a href=\"#up\">Back to Top<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><span class=\"faqtitle\" style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><strong><a id=\"meals\"><\/a>What type of meal plans are available and who can get them?<br \/>\n<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Please check the following website for more information: <a href=\"https:\/\/wcsu.sodexomyway.com\/my-meal-plan\/\">https:\/\/wcsu.sodexomyway.com\/my-meal-plan\/<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;font-family: georgia, palatino, serif\"><a href=\"#up\">Back to Top<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><span class=\"faqtitle\" style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><strong><a id=\"whenwhere\"><\/a>When and where is Welcome Weekend?<\/strong><\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Welcome Weekend begins on August 21st. A schedule with all of the weekend activities will be posted on-line.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;font-family: georgia, palatino, serif\"><a href=\"#up\">Back to Top<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><span class=\"faqtitle\" style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><strong><a id=\"movein\"><\/a>When can new students move into the residence halls?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">New students who are registered as full-time (12 credits or more) will be eligible to move into their residence hall on Friday, August 21, the first day of Welcome Weekend. \u00a0Students who are not yet registered for 12 or more credits will need to see the Registrar prior to the move in date.\u00a0 <b>Please check your WestConn email for your specific half hour move-in time-slot<\/b> (this email will be sent in early August).\u00a0 Print that email and display the time prominently in the windshield of your car.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;font-family: georgia, palatino, serif\"><a href=\"#up\">Back to Top<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><span class=\"faqtitle\" style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><strong><a id=\"fall\"><\/a>When do Fall classes begin?<\/strong><\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"> Classes begin on Tuesday, August 25, 2026<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;font-family: georgia, palatino, serif\"><a href=\"#up\">Back to Top<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><span class=\"faqtitle\" style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><strong><a id=\"information\"><\/a>When will I get information about Welcome Weekend?<\/strong><\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"> You will receive an email about Welcome Weekend in mid-August and a reminder email will be sent to all students later in the month. \u00a0Your best source of information, however, will be the detailed schedule posted on the web which will be updated continuously as we get closer to Welcome Weekend.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;font-family: georgia, palatino, serif\"><a href=\"#up\">Back to Top<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><span class=\"faqtitle\"><strong><a id=\"parentsstay\"><\/a>Where can my parents and I stay if we are coming in from far away?<\/strong><\/span><\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"> Here is a list of hotels that are only about 10-15 minutes away from our Midtown and Westside campuses:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"bullets\">\n<li>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400\"><strong>Midtown campus:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"font-weight: 400\">\n<li><u><a href=\"https:\/\/nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestwestern.com%2Fberkshireinn&amp;data=05%7C02%7Cmccabee%40wcsu.edu%7Cda1655fdf40b4f9ec44a08de3cadcb2d%7Ce1622dbc94ba48ad87bba7f28074ee3d%7C0%7C0%7C639014914290124112%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=%2Fr8ojAgaFWPq0QqkPWvAIE81vM%2F4Q%2FjajzgvXMDH0ik%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-outlook-id=\"15a4cfa8-68bf-4131-8bf8-1980c83773e9\">Best Western Berkshire Inn<\/a><\/u><\/li>\n<li><u><a href=\"https:\/\/nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.courtyarddanbury.com%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7Cmccabee%40wcsu.edu%7Cda1655fdf40b4f9ec44a08de3cadcb2d%7Ce1622dbc94ba48ad87bba7f28074ee3d%7C0%7C0%7C639014914290153869%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=MSO77Jb9Rlas5cFmYeX7XrhyuZ9XO8soO6fmpaB%2FwQ8%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-outlook-id=\"80de0e68-71ef-46f2-b80d-a3bc57fc8349\">Courtyard Danbury<\/a><\/u><\/li>\n<li><u><a href=\"https:\/\/nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fhamptoninn3.hilton.com%2Fen%2Fhotels%2Fconnecticut%2Fhampton-inn-danbury-DXRCTHX%2Findex.html&amp;data=05%7C02%7Cmccabee%40wcsu.edu%7Cda1655fdf40b4f9ec44a08de3cadcb2d%7Ce1622dbc94ba48ad87bba7f28074ee3d%7C0%7C0%7C639014914290175421%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=P1Gw0%2FduXdxF1%2BKwZVPNThI3EXbMKh3GR6H4lqOJ4YE%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-outlook-id=\"ff640621-63b6-401c-89d0-3ebe807836a0\">Hampton Inn<\/a><\/u><\/li>\n<li><u><a href=\"https:\/\/nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ihg.com%2Fholidayinn%2Fhotels%2Fus%2Fen%2Fdanbury%2Fdxnct%2Fhoteldetail&amp;data=05%7C02%7Cmccabee%40wcsu.edu%7Cda1655fdf40b4f9ec44a08de3cadcb2d%7Ce1622dbc94ba48ad87bba7f28074ee3d%7C0%7C0%7C639014914290195384%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=mUq7Z1jZd2L%2Fc0e5cf8ChHtI%2B14RIahvcRgeXDyNrpA%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-outlook-id=\"83d97bd4-e456-40d6-b25f-14d88f81c16a\">Holiday Inn<\/a><\/u><\/li>\n<li><u><a href=\"https:\/\/nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.lq.com%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7Cmccabee%40wcsu.edu%7Cda1655fdf40b4f9ec44a08de3cadcb2d%7Ce1622dbc94ba48ad87bba7f28074ee3d%7C0%7C0%7C639014914290214516%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=2y4qiGZbzt0C%2BNofb%2FSAfrajQuEH3KXoQz82sSaa1qY%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-outlook-id=\"f250fb2b-b712-4f9c-bf21-694f4c77e9d6\">La Quinta<\/a><\/u><\/li>\n<li><u><a href=\"https:\/\/nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.qualityinn.com%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7Cmccabee%40wcsu.edu%7Cda1655fdf40b4f9ec44a08de3cadcb2d%7Ce1622dbc94ba48ad87bba7f28074ee3d%7C0%7C0%7C639014914290234253%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=bvMkWfNMs4nfUWJtOtfDA2l%2Bzpdo%2BFuqPc%2FT%2BqgRlBo%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-outlook-id=\"5ae8117d-c519-47db-ac1e-c50b6d580b01\">Quality Inn<\/a><\/u><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400\"><strong>Westside campus:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"font-weight: 400\">\n<li><u><a href=\"https:\/\/nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cpdanbury.com%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7Cmccabee%40wcsu.edu%7Cda1655fdf40b4f9ec44a08de3cadcb2d%7Ce1622dbc94ba48ad87bba7f28074ee3d%7C0%7C0%7C639014914290616277%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=W5%2B5f%2BYitRrWGzdKqv2gIywewiTsObst5csEnSP%2FxPg%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-outlook-id=\"1d7028c3-9868-4fe1-8eb9-4ccb25450c2d\">Crowne Plaza Danbury<\/a><\/u><\/li>\n<li><u><a href=\"https:\/\/nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ethanallenhotel.com%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7Cmccabee%40wcsu.edu%7Cda1655fdf40b4f9ec44a08de3cadcb2d%7Ce1622dbc94ba48ad87bba7f28074ee3d%7C0%7C0%7C639014914290642272%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=uocYN0wPd1WHPKL0ZonFk8yGUmNEd%2FXZJcZMiWE9joI%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-outlook-id=\"8284cf66-2988-4e83-baf9-8ea1e16cc1ca\">Ethan Allen Inn<\/a><\/u><\/li>\n<li><u><a href=\"https:\/\/nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.hotelzerodegrees.com%2Fhotels%2Fdanbury%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7Cmccabee%40wcsu.edu%7Cda1655fdf40b4f9ec44a08de3cadcb2d%7Ce1622dbc94ba48ad87bba7f28074ee3d%7C0%7C0%7C639014914290666158%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=K4thP7f4bVcBl6d0z7GZcbAVdHoW0IIzUPLw0Qd5RL0%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-outlook-id=\"c9ff8aa8-5eb5-413b-8f37-9c2526a0b00c\">Hotel Zero Degrees<\/a><\/u><\/li>\n<li><u><a href=\"https:\/\/nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.maronhotel.com%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7Cmccabee%40wcsu.edu%7Cda1655fdf40b4f9ec44a08de3cadcb2d%7Ce1622dbc94ba48ad87bba7f28074ee3d%7C0%7C0%7C639014914290685602%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=hLyqX0zeO3XLEZIte1W%2BHP5PVb1cmOQiMn2Ak4L6x9o%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-outlook-id=\"a0465357-1d49-49a5-a702-c831e198bb69\">Maron Hotel and Suites<\/a><\/u><\/li>\n<li><u><a href=\"https:\/\/nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.marriott.com%2Fresidence-inn%2Ftravel.mi&amp;data=05%7C02%7Cmccabee%40wcsu.edu%7Cda1655fdf40b4f9ec44a08de3cadcb2d%7Ce1622dbc94ba48ad87bba7f28074ee3d%7C0%7C0%7C639014914290705741%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=z91q13xEF%2Bb%2Ff9hdGkyFeR0j83Z0D%2BxsYINnqGWjkj4%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-outlook-id=\"b8a6c5c1-5d26-4bc6-8f1c-cedf05f3d029\">Residence Inn by Marriot<\/a><\/u><\/li>\n<li><u><a href=\"https:\/\/nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springhillsuites.com%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7Cmccabee%40wcsu.edu%7Cda1655fdf40b4f9ec44a08de3cadcb2d%7Ce1622dbc94ba48ad87bba7f28074ee3d%7C0%7C0%7C639014914290727357%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=O2QwyxJSPfnSUxPHn69IkAcSs6SSK%2B2ljOcC2lKYtNY%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-outlook-id=\"43784247-67d2-43ce-8001-4742a7ddab21\">Spring Hill Suites<\/a><\/u><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;font-family: georgia, palatino, serif\"><a href=\"#up\">Back to Top<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><span class=\"faqtitle\" style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><strong><a id=\"Bill\"><\/a>Where do I go to pay my bill or find out about Financial Aid?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">The Cashier\u2019s Office is located on the first floor of the Old Main Administration Building where you will be able to handle all billing inquiries or you may visit their web site at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/cashiers\/\">https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/cashiers\/<\/a>.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">The Office of Financial Aid and Student Employment is also located on the first floor of the Old Main Administration Building where you can find answers to any of your financial aid concerns, or go to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/finaid\/\">https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/finaid\/<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;font-family: georgia, palatino, serif\"><a href=\"#up\">Back to Top<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><span class=\"faqtitle\" style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><strong><a id=\"park\"><\/a>Where do I park for Welcome Weekend?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Student <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/parking\/\">parking<\/a> at the Midtown campus is available only in the parking garages. \u00a0Parking restrictions apply. Student parking at the Westside campus is in the assigned commuter and\/or resident student lots. \u00a0Please consult the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/parking\/\">parking area chart<\/a> for details. \u00a0Please check our website for directions at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/campustour\/\">https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/campustour\/<\/a>.<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><strong>Students moving into the residence halls will have received an email with a half hour appointed time for move-in.\u00a0 Cars need to be unloaded quickly and then have to be moved to one of the parking garages. <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;font-family: georgia, palatino, serif\"><a href=\"#up\">Back to Top<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><span class=\"faqtitle\" style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><strong><a id=\"books\"><\/a>Will I be able to purchase my books during Welcome Weekend?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><span style=\"color: black\">Yes, there will be time during or after Welcome Weekend for students to purchase their books. Textbooks may be purchased with cash or check (valid Government issued ID required). <b>Bring a printout of your class schedule.<\/b> Credit cards will be accepted\u00a0only if the cardholder is present. Follett gift cards will also be accepted for all purchases.<\/span><span style=\"color: black\">If you put money into your WestConnect account, you can use your WestConnect card at the bookstore. <\/span>Books can also be ordered online from the <span style=\"color: black\"><a style=\"text-decoration: underline\" href=\"http:\/\/wcsu.edu\/bookstore\/\">WCSU Bookstore website<\/a> an<\/span>d will be delivered directly to your residence hall on move-in day at no extra charge.\u00a0 Some textbooks are also available for rental and in detail format.\u00a0 See the WCSU bookstore website for additional information.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;font-family: georgia, palatino, serif\"><a href=\"#up\">Back to Top<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Technology FAQ<\/h3>\n<hr \/>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><strong><span class=\"faqtitle\"><a id=\"connectResnet\"><\/a>How can I use my computer in the Residence Hall?<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">First register your device to the WestConn wireless network: <a href=\"https:\/\/support.wcsu.edu\/?ht_kb=how-to-register-my-device-to-the-western-wireless-network\">https:\/\/support.wcsu.edu\/?ht_kb=how-to-register-my-device-to-the-western-wireless-network<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Want to connect a gaming console? Follow these steps: <a href=\"https:\/\/support.wcsu.edu\/?ht_kb=connecting-a-gaming-console-to-the-western-wireless-network\">https:\/\/support.wcsu.edu\/?ht_kb=connecting-a-gaming-console-to-the-western-wireless-network<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;font-family: georgia, palatino, serif\"><a href=\"#tech\">Back to Top<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><strong><span class=\"faqtitle\"><a id=\"windows\"><\/a>How do I get a WestConn Windows account?<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">A WestConn Windows account is necessary for students to access the University\u2019s network from the computer centers, classrooms, labs, residence halls, and wireless network. Within 24 hours of being registered for class, you will receive instruction from mim@wcsu.edu on how to claim you WestConn account. More details about your WestConn account are here:\u00a0 <a href=\"https:\/\/support.wcsu.edu\/?ht_kb=how-do-i-obtain-a-wcsu-user-account\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/support.wcsu.edu\/?ht_kb=how-do-i-obtain-a-wcsu-user-account<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;font-family: georgia, palatino, serif\"><a href=\"#tech\">Back to Top<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><strong><span class=\"faqtitle\"><a id=\"savvy\"><\/a>I am not very computer savvy. Where can I get help?<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">The general computer centers, located in room 117 of the Westside Classroom Building and at Midtown on the first floor of the Haas Library, employ student lab assistants who can provide assistance based on their individual knowledge. Students needing extensive help should browse the ITI Knowledge Base (<a href=\"https:\/\/support.wcsu.edu\/\">https:\/\/support.wcsu.edu\/<\/a>).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;font-family: georgia, palatino, serif\"><a href=\"#tech\">Back to Top<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><strong><span class=\"faqtitle\"><a id=\"recommendations\"><\/a>I want to purchase a computer to bring to WestConn. What should I buy?<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">The most compatible computers with WestConn&#8217;s network are computers with Windows installed. Then next compatible computer would be Apple computers (MacBooks). Any Windows or Apple computer purchased in the last 3 years should be fine.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">We caution using Chromebooks as they often are not able to have specialized software installed on them and you can only use the Microsoft 365 web applications from them. IF you have one, you may have to supplement them by using our computer labs which do contain all needed software.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">We also caution purchasing computers with ARM based processors as not all software is compatible with those machines at this time as well. Sticking with computers that have intel or AMD x86 processors are the most compatible.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;font-family: georgia, palatino, serif\"><a href=\"#tech\">Back to Top<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><strong><span class=\"faqtitle\"><a id=\"wireless\"><\/a>Is WestConn Wireless?<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Western Connecticut State University offers fast wireless network access to students, faculty, and staff on the Westside and Midtown campuses. For locations and more information, visit <a href=\"\/technology\/wireless\">https:\/\/support.wcsu.edu\/?ht_kb=which-university-network-do-i-connect-to.<\/a> \u00a0To use the wireless network, your laptop, tablet, or other mobile device, you must first register that device to the wireless network <a href=\"https:\/\/support.wcsu.edu\/?ht_kb=how-to-register-my-device-to-the-western-wireless-network\">https:\/\/support.wcsu.edu\/?ht_kb=how-to-register-my-device-to-the-western-wireless-network<\/a>). WestConn&#8217;s wireless network uses SSIDs of &#8220;Western&#8221;, &#8220;Western-Student&#8221;, and &#8220;Western-BYOD&#8221; for easy connection. You will be prompted to log in using your Windows account credentials.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;font-family: georgia, palatino, serif\"><a href=\"#tech\">Back to Top<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><strong><span class=\"faqtitle\"><a id=\"computer\"><\/a>Should I bring my own computer?<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">You do not need to bring your own computer. However, a laptop with wireless capability can be useful. In case you do not own a computer, WestConn has a number of computer facilities available for student use. Some are open as early as 9 am, and close as late as 10 pm. Some are open around the clock. You can find more information about the computer labs here: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/iti\/computers\/\">https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/iti\/computers\/<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;font-family: georgia, palatino, serif\"><a href=\"#tech\">Back to Top<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><span class=\"faqtitle\" style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><strong><a id=\"email\"><\/a>Should I get a WestConn email account?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">An email account is created along with your WestConn Account. When you receive your message from <a href=\"mailto:Mim@wcsu.edu\">Mim@wcsu.edu<\/a> with instructions on how to claim our WestConn account, your email account is also live at the very same time.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;font-family: georgia, palatino, serif\"><a href=\"#tech\">Back to Top<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><strong><span class=\"faqtitle\"><a id=\"facilities\"><\/a>What computer facilities are available at WestConn?<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">WestConn offers a number of staffed facilities where you can receive assistance from our friendly student staff. We also have 24 hours computer labs available for student use. For a complete list of facilities and hours, please visit:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/iti\/computers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/iti\/computers\/<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;font-family: georgia, palatino, serif\"><a href=\"#tech\">Back to Top<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><strong><span class=\"faqtitle\"><a id=\"westconnduit\"><\/a>What is WolvesNet?<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">WolvesNet is WestConn&#8217;s campus portal.\u00a0 WolvesNet allows you to see your grades, course schedules, academic history and financial aid information, and allows you to register for classes and make payments to the university.\u00a0 It also provides access to Blackboard, WCSU&#8217;s online course management system, campus and personal announcements, the campus events calendar, and convenient links to other university resources.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">WolvesNet can be accessed by visiting <a href=\"http:\/\/wcsu.edu\">www.wcsu.edu<\/a> and hovering over the essentials tab, and then clicking the\u00a0 WolvesNet icon.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;font-family: georgia, palatino, serif\"><a href=\"#tech\">Back to Top<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><span id=\"topLinks\" style=\"font-size: 80%\"><b>Last updated:<\/b> August 7, 2024<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>WELCOME WEEKEND 2026 Friday, August 21 \u2013 Monday, August 24 Welcome Weekend&#8217;s 2026 schedule is coming soon! 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