Crimson Winter Welcome is a new orientation experience at OU, designed to help welcome students starting at OU in the spring semester. Taking inspirtation from Camp Crimson.
Camp Crimson: Winter Welcome is a 1-day experience where students can expect to connect with peers as well as meet current students, staff, and faculty. There will be informational sessions and engaging activities that will help students explore campus, build a community, and start their year off right!
All students that are interested in participating in Camp Crimson: Winter Welcome will need to complete our registration form on your OU Bound Portal. There is a $25 cost for the program charged to your bursar account.
Our team at New Student Programs is excited to get you connected with campus resources, student organizations, peers, and academic partners. If you have extenuating circumstances that interfere with Camp Crimson: Winter Welcome, please email our team at campcrimson@ou.edu
| Saturday, January 16th | ||
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Opening Session Small Group Time Mandatory Trainings Resource Fair Winter Social |
Camp Crimson: Winter Welcome aims to provide students with the opportunity to build connections and develop a support system, so they feel prepared to take on life at the University of Oklahoma! New Student Programs would like any and all students to be able to participate in Camp Crimson: Winter Welcome. If the program cost may prevent you from participating, please submit a scholarship request by clicking the button below.
Apply before January 6th, 2027 for a scholarship to cover the program cost here!
Our camp activities are designed to teach students about college expectations, the OU campus, OU's history and traditions, how to get involved and many other things that will help ease their transition to OU. This information will set students up for success in their college journey.
Camp Crimson: Winter Welcome is for any incoming spring semester student!
You will fill out the registration form found in your OU Bound portal. If you need to modify your registration or have any questions prior to Camp Crimson: Winter Welcome, you can email campcrimson@ou.edu.
Official programming will begin in the morning on January 16th, 2026.
You will want to dress for the weather, wear comfortable shoes, and be yourself!
Unfortunately, we are unable to offer on-campus housing for the duration of the program. If you are living on-campus for the semester, you will stay in your assigned housing space. You can find more information about Housing move-in here.
Yes! We would love to have every incoming student participate in Camp Crimson: Winter Welcome. We will have designated parking lots for program participants. Detailed parking information will be emailed to participants by January 4th.
The fee fore Camp Crimson: Winter Welcome will help cover the cost of program supplies, giveaways, and student staff.
OU Engage serves as a centralized hub for student involvement, organization management, campus events, communication, and community engagement across the University. Whether you are looking to join a student organization, attend campus events, track your involvement, or connect with fellow Sooners, OU Engage provides a streamlined and user-friendly experience designed to help you make the most of your OU journey. As part of OU's commitment to fostering belonging, engagement, and student success, OU Engage will become the primary platform for student organizations and campus involvement opportunities.
You can access OU Engage by clicking here or downloading the app on the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.
No, Camp Crimson: Winter Welcome is an optional program, but we encourage all students to participate to connect with peers, learn more about OU, and get ready for the semester ahead.
