Welcome Week

Welcome Week 2025: Magic in Motion

Welcome Week starts as New Student Orientation winds down and runs from Saturday, August 30 – Saturday, September 6, 2025

Step into a new academic year filled with possibility, connection, and adventure at Randolph-Macon College! Whether you’re arriving on campus for the very first time or returning to your Yellow Jacket home, Welcome Week 2025 is designed to help you set your journey in motion—with purpose, excitement, and a touch of magic.

What to Expect

Magic in Motion celebrates the dynamic energy of our student body and the transformative power of the RMC experience. Throughout the week, you’ll discover opportunities to:

Connect with fellow Yellow Jackets, staff, and faculty through engaging social events, team activities, and shared traditions.
Explore essential campus resources that will support your academic, personal, and professional success.
Learn how to navigate your college experience with confidence, curiosity, and creativity.
Get Involved by discovering student organizations, leadership opportunities, and ways to make an impact in your community.
From Live and Unexpected to the Activities Carnival and beyond, every event is a chance to build friendships, find your place, and create unforgettable memories.

Magic in Motion Starts Here!

Welcome Week is more than just a series of events—it’s the beginning of a bold new chapter. So grab your map, bring your spark, and prepare to be inspired. Let’s set the year in motion—together.

On each scheduled day, you will see events marked as a 🗝️ KEY event. These events are designed to help you maximize your Welcome Week Experience! Also, you can win some amazing prizes by attending 🗝️ KEY events and scanning in with your RMC Event Pass.

You will also see events labelled as ⭐Power Picks. Don’t sleep on these events and opportunities. They are excellent ways to connect, engage, and access valuable services that will make your experience at RMC amazing!