Weeks of Welcome
The first six weeks of the semester are a big deal! It’s when students form friendships, explore campus life, and find their place in the CofC community. That’s what Weeks of Welcome (WoW) is all about! From August 15th - September 25th, we’re filling the calendar with events that spark connection and invite everyone to get involved.
Sport & Social
Sundays @ 7pm - Johnson Gymnasium, 30 George St.
NO Team? NO Problem! Come join us for some pick-up games designed for those who are new to campus and looking to meet other C of C students who are looking to stay active through sports and games!
Our student activity leader will randomly or dynamically assign participants each night to maximize community building and friendly play.
Johnson Gymnasium, 30 George St.
- Broomball – Sunday, Aug. 23, 2026, 7pm
- Wiffleball – Sunday, Aug. 30, 2026, 7pm
- Kickball – Sunday, Sept. 6, 2026, 7pm
- Dodgeball – Sunday, Sept. 13, 2026, 7pm
- Basketball/Indoor Soccer/Volleyball – Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026
- Mix & Match, Free Agent Round-up
- *Hopefully we can help free agents find teams for the IM basketball, indoor soccer, and volleyball leagues.
- 1 court for basketball, 1 court for volleyball, and 1 court for indoor soccer
Skills & Drills
Mondays @ 7pm - Johnson Gymnasium, 30 George St.
These Monday nights are dedicated to those students wanting to learn how to play basketball, volleyball, or indoor soccer or play pick-up games with other recreational level players who just wants to play for the love of the games.
- Basketball for Beginners – Johnson Court 1
- Volleyball for Beginners – Johnson Court 2
- Indoor Soccer for Beginners – Silcox Gym (2nd Floor Court)
Sessions:
- Monday, Aug. 17, 2026
- Monday, Aug. 24, 2026
- Monday, Aug. 31, 2026
- Monday, Sept. 7, 2026
- Monday, Sept. 14, 2026
- Monday, Sept. 21, 2026
Women's Pick-up Sports Night
Wednesdays @ 7pm - Johnson Gymnasium, 30 George St.
Join us for these exciting evenings during weeks of welcome designed around sports, meeting new people, and having a great time with your peers! In case you’re hoping to play in the upcoming intramural leagues this semester, we hope these nights can help you find or create a team to sign up! It’s a perfect opportunity to get active, make friends, and have some fun!
- Johnson Gym, 30 George St.
- 1 Court – Basketball
- 1 Court – Volleyball
- Johnson Gym – Silcox Court, 30 George. St.
- 1 Court – Indoor Soccer
Sessions:
- Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2026
- Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2026
- Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2026
- Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2026
- Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2026
- Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2026
SQUASH INTRO
Whether you’re new to squash or returning to the game, this activity is a great intro to the sport. Fun, social and inclusive, it involves up to six players on court at once with games that will challenge both the body and mind.
- August 25, 5pm-7pm – Johnson Gymnasium Squash Courts
SQUASH SOCIAL
Open to everyone from complete beginners to advanced players! Come and join KOP leaders, along with Campus Recreation Services, for some fun pickup games of squash with our main goal being active recreation, friendly competition, and community building among students!
- September 8, 6pm Start Time (Facility closes at 10:55) – Johnson Gymnasium Squash Courts