
WELCOME TO LEVEL UP
Level Up is THE way to jump-start your college experience! This FREE, can’t-miss program for incoming first-year Roo's is designed to help you gain confidence, crush your goals, and build connections—all before classes begin! Plus, it flows seamlessly into your required New Roo Orientation, giving you a major edge to thrive in your first year and beyond.
This program is tailor-made for first-generation students (LINK FG PAGE HERE) (neither parent nor guardian has a bachelor’s degree) or anyone who wants to hit the ground running in college.
WHY YOU’LL LOVE LEVEL UP?
Enjoy an overnight stay and get a taste of residence hall living during orientation. Learn about the support offered by the Office of Academic & Retention Support.
- Connect with other students and form meaningful connections before the start of classes.
- Boost Academic Skills: Master productivity, time management, study hacks, financial literacy, and more.
- Build Connections: Meet incredible peers, mentors, and staff who will guide and support you.
- Master Essential Software: Gain confidence in managing your financial aid, tracking your grades, and streamlining your enrollment process.
- Supercharge Orientation: Start your New Roo Orientation confident, prepared, and ahead of the game.
- Overnight Fun: Get a taste of dorm life with an overnight stay before Orientation!
This is your chance to explore opportunities for campus involvement and discover what 91´«Ã½ÔÚÏß has to offer before you even start your first semester!
OUR 2026 PROGRAM DATES ARE:
- Wed. June 17 – Thurs. June 18
- Wed. June 24 – Thurs. June 25
- Thurs. July 9 – Fri. July 10
- Mon. July 20 – Tues. July 21
DETAILS & REGISTRATION
- No additional charges to participate.
- Overnight stay and all meals included.
- Spacing is limited and is on a first-come, first-served basis.
- SAY YES & TODAY!
- [Students will need to log in to their applicant portal to access the form.]
TENTATIVE OUTLINE OF THE DAY
9:30 AM – 9:50 AM - Welcome & Kickoff
9:50 AM – 10:50 AM - Academic Success Basics
10:50 AM – 11:00 AM - Break
11:00 AM – 11:40 AM - Financial Aid Literacy
11:40 AM – 12:00 PM - Office of Academic and Retention Support (OARS) Programming
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM - Lunch at Rob’s Dining Hall
1:00 PM – 1:45 PM - Simmons Hall Scavenger Hunt
1:45 PM – 2:00 PM - Break – Transition to Bierce Library
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM - Workday Training: Class Registration & Campus Tools
3:00 PM – 3:15 PM - Break – Transition to Simmons Hall
3:15 PM – 4:00 PM - Student Panel: Advice and Q&A
4:00 PM – 4:15 PM - Closing Session
CONTACT US
Questions? Email us at OARSSTAFF@uakron.edu or call (330) 972-7760