Welcome Pronghorns!
Week of Welcome (WOW) at Gillette College is a week-long celebration that kicks off the new academic year for both new and returning Pronghorns. With fun events, helpful resources, and plenty of chances to meet fellow students, WOW is all about helping you feel at home on campus.
Academic departments will host kickoff events with workshops and activities to introduce students to their programs and faculty. The Gillette College Convocation and New Student Orientation serve as the official welcome to our academic community, marking the start of your journey as a proud Pronghorn.
Schedule of Events
Wednesday, August 20-Tuesday, September 2
**Events (including times and locations) are subject to change**
- Move-In Day
- Time: 8 AM-4 PM
- Location: Residential Buildings
- Extra Details: Check-in at lobby of Inspiration Hall
- Women’s Soccer vs. Colorado Northwestern CC
- Time: 11 AM
- Location: Pronghorn Soccer Field
- Men’s Soccer vs. Colorado Northwestern CC
- Time: 1 PM
- Location: Pronghorn Soccer Field
- Housing Orientation
- Time: 7 PM
- Location: Main Building Presentation Hall
- Extra Details: MANDATORY for all residential students
- Convocation
- Time: 9 AM
- Location: Pronghorn Center
- Extra Details: MANDATORY for all new students (lunch provided)
- New Student Orientation
- Time: 1:00 PM
- Location: Pronghorn Center
- Extra Details: MANDATORY for all new students (bring personal laptop if possible)
- Movie on the Lawn
- Time: 8 PM
- Location: Housing Courtyard
- Extra Details: Free movie on the lawn. Free snacks and drinks. Bring a chair or a blanket. FAMILY FRIENDLY, everyone is welcome.
- Tanner Fest
- Time: 5-8 PM
- Location: Tanner Village Courtyard
- Ice Cream Social & Chalk the Walk
- Time: Begins at 11 AM
- Location: Housing Courtyard Sidewalk between Housing and Pronghorn Center
- First Day of Fall 2025 Semester Classes
- Time: All Day
- Location: Campus-Wide
- Free Welcome Back Lunch
- Time: 11:30 AM-1 PM
- Location: GCMN Commons & Main Back Patio
- Extra Details: Free Lunch and yard games for everyone to enjoy. Celebrate the first day back on campus!
- Women’s Soccer vs. Cochise CC
- Time: 1 PM
- Location: Pronghorn Soccer Field
- Pronghorn Gear Giveaway
- Time: 11 AM-1PM
- Location: Main Commons
- Extra Details: Get some free pronghorn gear!
- Karaoke BINGO
- Time: 5-7 PM
- Location: High Plains Grill
- Extra Details: Karaoke is open to all students who want to sing! BINGO games are called between songs. lots of prizes, grab some dinner from the grill while we hang out!
- What’s the Tea! Meet the GC Counseling Services
- Time: 10 AM-2 PM
- Location: GCMN Commons
- Backyard Bash by the Bridge
- Time: 3 AM-7 PM
- Location: GCMN Back Patio/Bridge Area
- Extra Details: Join us for some Back Yard Bash FUN! There will be Axe Throwing, Foamy Slide, and BBQ (close dining hall for dinner). Open to All Students, Staff, Faculty, Families, and the Public!
- Puzzle Party
- Time: 11AM-1PM
- Location: Health Science Center
- Giant Yard Games
- Time: 1-6 PM
- Location: Housing Courtyard
- Extra Details: There will be Giant jenga and cornhole in the courtyard along with music and other activities.
- Volleyball vs. Dawson Community College
- Time: 6PM
- Location: Pronghorn Center
- Extra Details: Free Entry with Student ID
- Welcome to Career and Technical Education (CTE) BBQ
- Time: 11 AM-2 PM
- Location: Diesel Shop
- Extra Details:
- Welcoming all TEC students
- Glow Roller Skate Night
- Time: 7PM-10PM
- Location: Housing Parking Lot
- Extra Details:
- Students, meet up on the skate floor for some glow in the dark fun and music!
- Student Senate General Assembly
- Time: 12PM-1PM
- Location: Main Commons
- Extra Details: First Student Senate General Assembly that is open to everyone.
- Welcome Back Door Mats
- Time: 1PM-4PM
- Location: Main Commons
- Extra Details: Design your own welcome mat for your dorm room, apartment or home. Celebrate welcoming a new semester together
The Perfect Place to Begin
“I chose Gillette College because I can start my education, but not commit to any career path yet. I can make great friends on a beautiful campus while I work towards deciding my next education step, whether that is a four-year university or a trade program.”
Kiley Strange
Business, AS
An Investment in You
By considering Gillette College, you’ve taken the first step to a degree that pays off.
- A community of staff and faculty will be with you every step of the way.
- A personalized education that gets you prepared for a career.
- Paid internship opportunities while you complete your schooling.
- A learning environment which features a residential campus in the heart of Wyoming.
Top Three Reasons to Attend Gillette College
01.
Cost.
Gillette College costs a fraction of what you’d pay to attend a four-year college or university. Earn your associate degree, a certificate of completion, or your prerequisites en route to a bachelor’s or master’s degree at an affordable price.
02.
Connections.
03.
Community.
When you attend Gillette College, you become part of the Pronghorn family. Whatever your interests, there is a club, organization, or activity available to help you meet friends and gain valuable experience.