First Flight is UNT's official welcome program. This week is designed to help new students begin their college experience on the right foot. From programs that prepare you for the upcoming educational opportunities to programs where you get to let loose and meet other students, there is something for everyone! First Flight Week is optional for transfer students and we believe your participation will help you successfully transition to your new home at UNT. There are 2 ways you can participate:
Choose Your Own Adventure
The First Flight Week guide will list all the programs and activities that are going on throughout the week. Attend the programs that interest you and have a great time getting to know our campus. Find programs specifically for transfer students on the transfer program track.
First Flight Transfer Experience
Looking for a more robust First Flight Experience? Then the Transfer Experience is what you are looking for. You'll be put into a First Flight group with other new transfer students. Each group will have a Transfer Ambassador that will lead the group in activities and discussion throughout the week. The First Flight Transfer Experience is a great way to meet new friends and get connected to campus, and it's completely free!
We are glad you are interested in First Flight Week Transfer Experience!
Transfer Experience is a great way for new transfer students to find a community at UNT. During Transfer Experience you will be added to a small group led by a Transfer Ambassador. Together you will participate in activities, attend events on campus, and get to know the UNT community. Participate in Transfer Experience is voluntary, but we do ask that those who sign up commit to participating all week.
Sign up for First Flight Transfer experience using the button below:
2024 First Flight Transfer Experience Registration
Sunday, August 11, 2024 | |
3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
Transfer Experience Check-in and Meet & Greet Union, Room 382 Meet other new transfer students participating in the Transfer Experience at Check-in and Meet & Greet. At this event you will meet our Transfer Ambassador team, receive your Transfer Experience program book, and learn about the schedule for the week. After we review the schedule, join your peers for some snacks and games! This program is optional for you, but we still hope you attend all events! |
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. |
Dinner & First Flight Kick-off Union 314 & various Union rooms See the First Flight Kick-off flyer to see a full schedule of events. |
7:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. |
Eagle Insomnia Union |
Monday, August 12, 2024 |
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12:00 p.m. |
Lunch Gateway Center, Room 34/35 Lunch will be provided to Transfer Experience participants. |
1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. |
Small Group Meeting 1 Gateway Center, Room 34/35 This small group meeting is focused on getting involved on campus! The Transfer Ambassador team will share their perspective and how they found their fit at UNT as first year students. |
2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
First Flight Programs Various locations on campus Download the guidebook app and search for events happening today! Attend programs to learn about campus services and how to get involved. |
Tuesday, August 13, 2024 |
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12:00 p.m. |
Lunch Gateway Center, Room 43 Lunch will be provided to Transfer Experience participants. |
1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. |
Small Group Meeting 2 Gateway Center, Room 43 This small group meeting is focused on getting involved on campus! The Transfer Ambassador team will share their perspective and how they found their fit at UNT as first year students.
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2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. |
Our Community Gateway Center, Room 43 Our Community is an opportunity for you to learn more about our UNT values! Together we will learn what it means to be a part of the Mean Green Family and how we all contribute to our community. |
3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. |
Scrappy's Challenge Various campus locations To complete Scrappy's Challenge, you will work together as a team to answer trivia questions, find locations on campus, and complete various challenges with as a group.
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Wednesday, August 14, 2024 |
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12:00 p.m. |
Lunch Gateway Center, Room 34/35 Lunch will be provided to Transfer Experience participants. |
1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. |
Small Group Meeting 3 Gateway Center, Room 34/35 This small group meeting is focused on getting involved on campus! The Transfer Ambassador team will share their perspective and how they found their fit at UNT as first year students. |
2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. |
Transfer 101 Gateway Center, Room 34/35 We understand that transfer students come to UNT with other campus experience. During Transfer 101, our Transfer Ambassador team will give you the inside scoop of the UNT campus. In this session, we will talk about all of the opportunities on the UNT campus. |
4:15 p.m. |
New Student Convocation Coliseum New Student Convocation is the academic kick-off to the fall semester. This event is a pep rally style program that features presentations from the President and his cabinet and the recitation of the Academic Creed. |
Thursday, August 15, 2024 | |
12:00 p.m. |
Lunch Gateway Center, Room 34/35 Lunch will be provided to Transfer Experience participants.
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1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. |
Small Group Meeting 4 Gateway Center, Room 34/35 This small group meeting is focused on getting involved on campus! The Transfer Ambassador team will share their perspective and how they found their fit at UNT as first year students. |
2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. |
Transfer Community- Discover Denton Downtown Denton Finish the week by exploring the beautiful downtown Denton with other Transfer Experience participants. |
Disability Accommodations
Students who intend to register with the Office of Disability Accommodation (ODA) under the terms of ADA/504, or who request accommodations during First Flight Week should contact ODA two weeks prior to First Flight week by calling 940-565-4323, TTY callers 1-800-RELAY TX. Visit the ODA website at https://studentaffairs.unt.edu/office-disability-access.