Take a look at welcome events scheduled, and don’t forget to keep visiting the UNM Events Calendar!
Welcome Events Begin August 14, 2025
LGBTQ Resource Center Welcome Back Event
DATE (TBD)
1919 Las Lomas
Enjoy BBQ with vegan options, drag performances, speakers and a dance party!
Welcome Back Days
August 18 - 22
AASS Welcome Back BBQ
Thursday, August 21: 5:00pm
Mesa Vista Courtyard
The African American Student Services Welcome Back BBQ invites all new and returning lobos to enjoy food catered by a Black owned business, live DJ and step performance to celebrate the start of the new semester. The event also features an opportunity to learn about campus and community resources.
Lobo Women's Volleyball
Saturday, August 23: 1:00 pm
Johnson Center
Cheer on your women’s volleyball team. Bring your Lobo Card to get in free.
Lobo Women's Soccer
Sunday, August 24: 12:00 pm
UNM Soccer Complex
Wear your Lobo gear and cheer on Lobo Women’s Soccer. Bring your Lobo Card to get in free.
El Centro Raza Junta
Wednesday, August 27: 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Mesa Vista Courtyard
El Centro de la Raza invites all new and returning lobos to Raza Junta to kick off the new academic year with danza, musica y comida! First semester students come pick up your free t-shirt and treats. ¡Para Adelante Raza!
AISS Welcome Back
Thursday, August 28: 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Mesa Vista Hall Southwest Courtyard
Join American Indian Student Services (AISS) in welcoming new & returning Lobos to campus! Take advantage of this opportunity to connect with American Indian students, faculty, & staff while enjoying traditional dance performances and light refreshments. Pick up a ticket at 1119 Mesa Vista Hall before they’re all gone!
AAPI Grand Opening
Thursday, September 3: 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
North Cornell Mall
Come and join the Asian American Pacific Islander Resource Center for their Grand Opening! There will be cultural performances, AAPI student organizations and free swag and food!
College Enrichment Program (CEP) Welcome Back BBQ
Thursday, September 4: 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Mesa Vista Courtyard West
Join the College Enrichment Program (CEP) for a welcome back BBQ!
Lobo Football
Saturday, September 6: 1:00 pm
University Stadium
Cheer on your Lobo football team. Bring your Lobo Card to get in free.
