Pointers Week
2026

Ready, Set, Go!

August 29 – September 7, 2026

Pointers Week is your chance to make connections with fellow Pointers and gain tools needed for a purposeful college experience! Activities include:

  • Meeting with your academic home – Get acclimated with faculty, staff, and student leaders within your college to make connections and set yourself up for success.
  • Participating in convocation – Rooted in tradition, this kickoff event welcomes you to life as a Pointer. Every new student has the opportunity to touch the cupola to mark the start of your college experience. The next time you touch the cupola is during commencement.
  • Finding your people – There are numerous events and activities to attend, participate in, and try out as you start your new journey at UW-Stevens Point. Here is your chance to take advantage of new opportunities.
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    The following events are required for all FIRST-YEAR students to attend

    DateEventTimeLocation
    August 29, 2026New Student Move-In8 a.m.-4 p.m.Residence Halls
    August 29, 2026Knutzen, Smith, Suites@201 and Watson Floor Meetings, Developing a Culture of Respect at UWSP and Dinner3:30-4 p.m. Floor Meeting
    4:15-5:15 p.m. Developing a Culture of Respect at UWSP
    6-6:45 p.m. Dinner    		Residence Halls

    Dreyfus University Center Laird Room
    Upper DeBot Dining Hall
    August 29, 2026Burroughs, Hansen, May Roach and Thomson Floor Meetings, Developing a Culture of Respect at UWSP and Dinner4:45-5:15 p.m. Floor Meeting
    5:45-6:45 p.m. Developing a Culture of Respect UWSP
    7-7:45 p.m. Dinner    		Residence Halls

    Dreyfus University Center Laird Room
    Upper DeBot Dining Hall
    August 29, 2026First Year Commuter Connection6-7 p.m.Dreyfus University Center, The Encore
    August 29, 2026Baldwin, Hyer, Neale, Pray-Sims and Steiner halls, plus Commuter students and athletes Floor Meetings, Developing a Culture of Respect at UWSP and Dinner5-5:45 p.m. Dinner
    5:45-6:45 p.m. Floor Meeting
    7:15-8:15 p.m. Developing a Culture of Respect at UWSP    		Upper DeBot Dining Hall
    Residence Halls
    Dreyfus University Center Laird Room
    August 30, 2026DUC Open House4 p.m.-6 p.m.Dreyfus University Center
    September 1, 2026Convocation10:30 a.m.Skyward Fieldhouse in Champions Hall
    September 1, 2026Class Photo11:30 a.m.Turf Field
    September 1, 2026University Dining Welcome Back Vendor Fair11 a.m.Outside DeBot Dining Center
    September 1, 2026Academic Connections Carnival Kickoff12:15-2 p.m.Kirby Library and Student Resource Center
    September 1, 2026College Connections1:45-4 p.m.College Specific, see SPIN for details
    September 1, 2026Engagement Fair6-8 p.m.Skyward Fieldhouse
    September 2, 2026First Day of Classes!

    For details on all of the Pointers Week events and activities, visit UW-Stevens Point’s SPIN (Stevens Point Involvement Network) website. (You can also use SPIN to learn more about our over 180 student organizations!)

    Find all events in SPIN

    Other things to do during Pointers Week:

  • Get your textbooks – Bring your PointCard to the bookstore, located in the Dreyfus University Center. (For information on the bookstore. For details on your PointCard, visit IT.)
  • Find your classrooms – Connect with hall mates or new friends you’ve met during Pointers Week, and go explore with our campus maps.
  • Check out dining spots – Head to DeBot with your PointCard to get a meal. University Dining on campus has lots of great food options.
  • Explore employment – Log on to CASEConnect to look for an on-campus job! Studies show that students who work 10-12 hours per week on campus do better academically and socially than those who don’t.
  • Meet with your residence hall – If you are a residence hall student, attend your first floor meeting and get to know your hall mates. There’s always tons of info Housing and Residence Life can provide.

    • Important Hours During Pointers Week

    University Store & Text Rental

    University Store & Text Rental

    Hours:

    • August 24-28: 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
    • August 29-30: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
    • August 31-September 3: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
    • September 4: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
    • September 5: 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
    • September 6: CLOSED
    • September 7: 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

    Regular semester hours will resume September 8.

    Location:
    Dreyfus University Center
    1015 Reserve St
    Stevens Point, WI 54481

    715-346-3431
    University.Store@uwsp.edu

    U.S. Bank

    U.S. Bank

    Hours:

    • August 29: 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
    • August 30: Noon-2 p.m.

    Location:

    Dreyfus University Center (DUC)
    1015 Reserve St.
    Stevens Point, WI 54481

    715-343-2210
    Learn more at the U.S. Bank website.

    IT Service Desk & Pointcard

    IT Service Desk and PointCard Services

    Hours:
    Saturday, Aug. 29-Tuesday, Sept. 1, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

    Location:
    601 Division Street (enter from Isadore street)
    Stevens Point, WI 54481

    715-346-4357
    itsvdesk@uwsp.edu

    Dining Location and Hours

    Dining location hours

    Hours and locations during Pointers Week can be found on SPIN!

    Student Financial Services

    Student Financial Services Hours

    Saturday, Aug. 29, from 1-4 p.m.
    Cashiering, payments, refunds, scholarship and billing questions

    Drop off payments and scholarship checks at the cashier window drop box during regular library hours.

    Location:
    Kirby Library and Student Resource Center Room 171
    900 Reserve Street
    Stevens Point, WI 54481

    715-346-2118
    Student.Financial.Services@uwsp.edu

    Parking Services

    Parking Services Hours

    Hours:
    Saturday, Aug. 29, from 8-11 a.m.

    Location:
    George Stien Building, Room 05A 
    1925 Maria Drive
    Stevens Point, WI 54481-3897

    715-346-3900
    Parking.Services.Office@uwsp.edu