Welcome to Go West Orientation, Future Tigers!

Go West Orientation marks your exciting first step into the UWA family. It’s your opportunity to explore campus, discover student resources, and start building connections that will support you throughout your college journey.

Offered before each semester, Go West includes class registration and is a required experience for all new undergraduate students—both freshmen and transfers—before enrolling in academic courses or participating in UWA activities.

Through informative and interactive sessions, Go West provides everything you and your family need to succeed at the babyÖ±²¥â€”from housing information to student organizations and more.

Go West Orientation Dates

Start TermDateStudent Type
Summer 2025May 22, 2025Freshmen and Transfers
Fall 2025June 5, 2025Freshmen
July 10, 2025Transfers
July 24, 2025Freshmen
August 14, 2025Freshmen and Transfers

If you are unable to attend one of the listed sessions or have questions, contact:

The babyÖ±²¥  
Admissions Office  
Livingston, AL 35470  
(205) 652-3578  
gowest@uwa.edu 

How Do I Register?

Preregistration for Go West Orientation is required. One business day after paying your Enrollment Confirmation Fee, complete your registration .Ìý

Can My Parent or Guardian Attend UWA Orientation?

Absolutely! Go West Parent Orientation offers key information to support families during this exciting transition. The registration fee is $25 per parent/guest.

Once a student selects their orientation date, parents and guardians can register .Ìý

Parents will join students for most of the orientation, then break off during course registration to attend a session focused on supporting their student throughout their time at UWA.Ìý

For questions regarding Parent Orientation, please contact: 

The babyÖ±²¥  
Admissions Office  
Livingston, AL 35470  
(205) 652-3578  
gowest@uwa.edu 

Housing Accommodations

babyÖ±²¥ traveling from 2+ hours away may request on-campus housing beginning the day before their orientation session. Space is limited—please contact us at least 7 business days in advance to request accommodations.

(205) 652-5570
gowest@uwa.edu

Note: Housing is available only for registered students. Guests are responsible for their own lodging.