Big and little sibs are invited to have a taste of college life and to bond with their brother or sister. Cousins and other family members are welcome, too!
Schedule of Events:
Friday, February 9
1:00-7:30 pm Spring Sibling & Family Weekend Check-In
Charger Union Lobby
Welcome back to campus! Check in to receive a schedule of events and your Spring Sibling & Family Weekend pass. Each sibling/young family member will receive a small gift from the Office of Student Life.
2:00-5:00 pm Visit Student Services
Campus Wide (Various Locations)
Remember student service offices are open for walk-ins until 5 pm today. If you need assistance with student aid, academic advising, or would like to visit the Dean of Students Office, this is a great time to visit specific areas of campus.
3:30-4:30 pm College of Science Information Session and Mock Labs. Shelby Center, RM 150
College of Science advisors will be on hand to speak about opportunities in the science field. You will then have an opportunity to checkout a chemistry and biology lab demonstration by a faculty member.
4:00-5:00 pm College of Engineering Lab Tours
Technology Hall, Main Entrance
Get a look at the Machine Shop, Civil Materials Lab, Chemical Unit Ops Lab, and some of our Computer/Electronics Lab. Great event for siblings interested in science and engineering. Tour departs at 4:00 pm with our Engineering Ambassadors.
3:00-6:00 pm Admissions Mini Information Sessions & Dessert Social. Student Services Building, RM 106
Siblings and young family members can learn more about becoming a Charger! Enjoy cookies and punch while visiting with representatives of the Office of Admissions. You can pick up more information and a prospective student gift.
4:30-7:00 pm Sibling Dinner
Conference Training Center, Charger Cafe
Enjoy tonight’s special menu. Each sibling eats FREE with a student meal swipe. Other guests can eat the endless buffet dinner for $11.25. Remember to pick-up your sibling meal tickets during check-in.
7:07 pm UAH Hockey vs. Minnesota State
Von Braun Civic Center, 700 Monroe St SW, Huntsville, AL 35801. Please visit the VBC Ticket Box located near the entrance of the VBC arena to show your weekend pass for your complimentary UAH Hockey tickets.
7:30 pm ACE #FridayFlicks “Thor Ragnarok”
Charger Union Theater
Join us for this family friendly movie! Popcorn and drinks provided!
Saturday, February 10
9:00-11:00 am Spring Sibling & Family Weekend Check-In
Charger Union Lobby
Just now arriving? No worries! Welcome back to campus! Check in to receive a schedule of events and your Spring Sibling & Family Weekend pass. Each sibling/young family member will receive a small gift from the Office of Student Life.
9:00-11:00 am Grab & Go Breakfast
Charger Union Lobby
Start your day off right! Breakfast items for pick-up courtesy of the Office of Student Life.
10:00 am-12:00 pm Make & Take Charger Blue with our Association for Campus Entertainment.Charger Union Lobby
Young family members are sure to love this keepsake! Similar to “Build-A-Bear,” you will get to create your own Charger Blue. This activity is perfect for our guests under 16 years of age. Limited number per family.
10:00 am-12:00 pm Admissions Information & Tours
Charger Union Lobby
Siblings and young family members can learn more about becoming a Charger! Enjoy grab & go breakfast while visiting with representatives of the Office of Admissions. You can pick up more information and a prospective student gift. We will also be offering tours of campus that start at 10 am and 11 am.
12:00 pm-12:00 am ChargerCon
Student Services Building
One of the largest gaming and technology expos hosted on a college campus! The day features video game and tabletop tournaments, cosplay, workshops, demos, and a retro arcade. Tournaments include: Overwatch, Super Smash Bros Melee, Magic: The Gathering, Mario Kart, and Pokemon.
12:00 pm Watch UAH Basketball vs. North Alabama
Charger Union World of Wings
Cheer on the Chargers and eat some wings! We will be showing the UAH women’s and men’s basketball games on our big screen TVs. Siblings can also choose between a wings or tenders combo meal FREE. Remember to pick-up your meal tickets during check-in. Tip off for the women’s basketball game is at 1 pm. Tip off for the men’s basketball is at 3 pm.
12:00 pm UAH Baseball vs. Kentucky Wesleyan
Charger Park
Take me out to the ballgame! Enjoy rooting for the Chargers. Show your family weekend pass at the ticket box for complimentary entrance.
4:00 pm ACE Family Movie Matinee "Thor: Ragnarok"
Charger Union Theater
Join us for this family friendly movie! Popcorn and drinks provided!
7:07 pm UAH Hockey vs. Minnesota State
Von Braun Civic Center, 700 Monroe St SW,
Huntsville, AL 35801. Please visit the VBC Ticket Box located near the entrance of the VBC arena to show your weekend pass for your complimentary UAH Hockey tickets.
Residence Hall Game Nights
Siblings enjoy your overnight stay and play some games!
7:00 pm Charger Village Multipurpose Room, BINGO Night!
7:00 pm Frank Franz Multipurpose Room, BINGO Night! (open to North Residents & guests)
7:30 pm Central Campus Residence Hall Lobby, “How Well Do You Know Your Sibling?”
Sunday, February 11
11:00 am UAH Men’s Lacrosse vs. Newberry
Charger Park
Come experience the action of Lacrosse! Show your family weekend pass at the ticket box for complimentary entrance.
