New Student and Family Programs

LGBTQ+ Resource Center Community Brunch

12:30-1:30 pm

Visit the LGBTQ+ Resource Center on campus located within the Campus Center for Equity & Diversity
717 W. Irving Ave. from 12:30-1:30 pm to have a free brunch and build community. This event is an opportunity for families to connect with other LGBTQIA+ families, students, and the LGBTQ+ Resource Center.

 A message from LGBTQ+ Resource Center Director, Maddie Wiles (she/her):

Pre-Register for this event here: Family Day- LGBTQ+ Resource Center Community Brunch Pre-Registration Form

*Food will be provided!

*Pre-Registration will close on 3/5/23, please confirm your spot before then!

Pre-register for the event here: Family Day Movie- Pre-Registration Form

Please have your confirmation of your registration form available at the movie check-in to enter this event. Once we reach capacity, you will be placed on a standby list.

For questions, please reach out to brookee@uwosh.edu or call (920) 424-0867. Thank you!

Our Bingo caller-Zach is a UW Oshkosh sophomore who is undecided in his major, but leaning towards Social Work – his Bingo halls with Reeve Union Board are legendary! If there is one thing Zach loves to do it’s to call BINGO! Read more about Zach’s story here: Zach’s Bingo Hall brings large crowds of UWO students to Reeve Union

For questions, please reach out to brookee@uwosh.edu or call (920) 424-0867. Thank you!

UW Oshkosh Women’s Softball

Cheer on the UW Oshkosh Women’s Softball at 1:30, and 3:30 in the Rec Plex on campus as they take on Milwaukee School of Engineering!

UW  Oshkosh Women’s Gymnastics

Cheer on the UW Oshkosh Women’s Gymnastics Team for the WIAC Championships at 2 pm on campus!

For more information visit: UW Oshkosh Athletics Schedule

*These events are not University Sponsored, but are open to the community!

Oshkosh Winter Farmers Market at the Oshkosh Arena

9 am-12:30 pm
After the Shamrock Shuffle, consider attending the Winter Market highlighting locally-grown fresh and organic produce, including late-season fruits & vegetables, hydroponic and greenhouse-raised greens, eggs, locally roasted coffees, honey, syrups, cheeses, farm-raised meats, including beef, chicken, pork, and bison, jams & jellies, canned goods, bakery, craft items, take home meals and so much more. Enjoy local, live entertainment each week.

Fox Cities Roller Derby at the Oshkosh Arena

6 pm-10 pm

Tickets: https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/07005D95C7DD3523

The Paine Art Center and Gardens – Tom Uttech: One with Nature Exhibition

Open throughout the entire weekend (10th-12th) –

Open: Tuesday–Sunday from 11:00 am–4:00 pm

$9 Adults, $5 Youth (ages 5-17), Free Paine Members and children under 4

This exhibition presents more than two dozen photographs and a selection of paintings by renowned Wisconsin artist Tom Uttech. A highlight of the exhibition is Uttech’s large-scale masterwork, Nin Gassinsibingwe (I Wipe My Tears).

*These events are not University Sponsored, but are open to the community!

THINGS TO DO:

Oshkosh is a great shopping destination for people who want to find name-brand items without dealing with big-city crowds.

• The Outlet Shoppes at Oshkosh features 40 name-brand stores offering clothing, footwear, housewares, and accessories. Stores include Coach, Columbia, Nike, North Face, Under Armour, Eddie Bauer and Old Navy.
• Downtown Oshkosh has numerous boutique stores where you can find one-of-a-kind clothing made locally in Oshkosh. Antique and vintage shops can be found downtown and throughout the city. The Oshkosh Farmers Market is a local favorite featuring clothing, crafts, food, and other locally-produced goods.
• Eat out! Check out all the amazing Oshkosh restaurants!
• Looking for a fun activity?  Book some time at Escape Oshkosh, Blades & Boards Hatchet throwing, or paint a memory at the Fire Escape. Hit up the game room at the Mineshaft Restaurant, or play a round of mini golf at Glow in the Park Indoor Mini Golf.
• Interested in checking out some animals while in town? Stop by MToxins and witness over 85 animals from around the world – and you might even catch a live venom extraction show! Check out Oshkosh’s newest Aquatic Pet Store, Sanctuary Aquatics. This aquatic destination and pet store is filled with rare and unique fish from around the world. The various coral displays, frog exhibits, and stingray ponds are only a few features of this marine magic!
• Beauty awaits at the Paine Art Center & Gardens(and, p.s. this is an amazing place to take unforgettable photos!) and then head across the street to the Oshkosh Public Museum.  If you are into aviation, you must visit the EAA Aviation Museum
• Don’t leave Oshkosh without an amazing treat!  We have a full list here that includes amazing cupcakes, cookies, 2 drive-ins and more!  Or stop for a cup of coffee at one of these great coffee stops