Celebrate the start of the semester with Spring It On!
Spring It On is the University of West Florida's spring welcome celebration for new and returning students. Join your fellow Argos at exciting events, discover involvement opportunities and make new friendships. Stay updated on upcoming activities and ways to engage with peers through this site. All events are free for current students with a valid Nautilus Card.
Signature Events
Chill and Cheer
January 8 | 9:30-10:30 a.m.
Commons Breezeway
FREE Coffee • FREE Doughnuts
Join the Student Engagement Team for a morning of coffee and doughnuts as we kick off the new semester! Reconnect with friends, meet new faces and get ready for the week's exciting planned activities.
Cozy Cinema
January 10 | 7 p.m. Doors
7:30 p.m. Movie Starts
University Commons Conference Center
FREE Popcorn • Movie Screening
Grab a blanket and a friend, and join us for a cozy indoor movie experience at the UWF Commons Conference Center! Enjoy popcorn, tasty snacks and refreshing drinks while we screen a cinema classic. Check our Instagram @uwfengagement to discover which movie is playing before the event! It's the perfect way to relax after your first few days of classes.
FC Mystery Pop-Up
January 13 | 6-8 p.m.
Commons Great Hall and Auditorium
Mystery Event
Join the Student Government Association's Freshman Committee for a fun event with unexpected twists! We can't tell you what it will be yet, but trust us—it will be a blast! Bring your friends and adventurous spirit and prepare for a memorable, exciting event. Stay tuned for hints, and be ready to unlock the mystery event.
SGA Skates and Snoballs
January 14 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Cannon Green
FREE Snacks • Skating
Join us at the Student Government Association's Skates and Snoballs for a winter celebration filled with fun, laughter and nostalgia! Get ready to skate, enjoy snoballs and indulge in delicious snacks and treats. Bring your friends and your skating moves for some unforgettable fun. We can't wait to see all the Argos there!
Spring Involvement Fair
January 15 | Noon-2 p.m.
Cannon Green
Student Organizations • Networking
The Spring Involvement Fair is an excellent opportunity for students who want to become more involved this spring. Numerous student organizations will attend to mingle and teach students what their organization has to offer. Come out to find your people, get involved and make unforgettable memories.
Headphone Headbanger
January 16 | 7-9 p.m.
Commons Great Hall and Auditorium
Live DJs • Dancing
Join CAB for a thrilling silent disco and dance to the music of multiple DJs live. With your wireless headphones, switch between channels and discover your perfect soundtrack for the night. Whether you are into EDM, hip-hop or chart-topping hits, there is something for everyone.
MLK Breakfast and Day of Service
January 17 | 9:30 a.m. Breakfast
11:30 a.m. Off-Campus Volunteering
Commons Great Hall and Auditorium
FREE Breakfast • Volunteer Opportunity
Fuel up for a day of service with a breakfast honoring the 96th anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s birth. This event celebrates his unwavering commitment to social change and the profound impact he made on our society. Together, we'll reflect on his legacy, share stories of inspiration and discuss how we can continue to strive toward his dream of equality and justice for all. After breakfast, join us and your fellow Argos to volunteer and support our community. Register on ARGO PULSE today for more details!
Frequently Asked Questions
Follow Student Engagement @uwfengagement on Instagram for the most up-to-date information on all things Spring It On! Keep following along after Spring It On for ways to stay engaged and get involved throughout the spring semester.
Events are free to current students, so please bring your valid Nautilus Card to each event.
You don’t need to register or sign up ahead of time. Staff will be on-site to get you signed in at each event, so just be sure to bring your valid Nautilus Card.
Drinks and snacks will be available at most Spring It On events. Check the event details above for more specific information.
Sprint It On events are for currently enrolled UWF students.
Get Ready for Spring It On!
Download Argo Pulse
Use the Argo Pulse app for easy check-in at the signature Spring It On events!
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Bring Your Nautilus Card
Spring It On is free for UWF students, so don’t forget your Nautilus Card.
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