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The Ultimate UPLB Travel Guide

Brace yourselves for the most exciting guide to UPLB! Since the semester is about to start after a super-duper long break, you might be thinking of the buildings that gave you the fives. But let’s think of the fun places. Whether you are a visitor/tourist, freshie, a normal student, a returning student, a proud alumnus, or a student oblivious to the fun things the campus can offer, this guide is perfect for you.

The Ultimate Travel Guide to UPLB!

Also, incoming freshman students, familiarize yourselves of what you are about to deal with and be prepared! We added  Freshie Tips  for each place so you’ll know what to do. It’s a long journey ahead.

(1) UPLB MAIN GATE The main entrance to the campus. It has two pillars with a mosaic mural on the upper part on each side of the road. Fun Fact:  The mural on the pillars is no ordinary painting; it is made of tiles imported from Italy. Uh-huh, and you thought  Elbi  is just another ordinary school, huh? Freshie Tip:  When crossing the road, please use the path where the pedestrian lane is. Don’t just storm through the middle like a boss if you don’t want to be melted by dozens of eyes looking at you, including the traffic enforcers. You’ll know what I mean when you’re there. Things to do:  Ask the UPLB Police for directions. But thanks to this guide, you don’t have to anymore. *wink*

(2) CARABAO PARK Locally known as C-Park. It’s located just right in the front of the campus, after the main gate. It has statues of carabaos (duh?) and some benches nearby for hang out purposes. Fun Fact:  This was previously the main gate of the campus, until those two pillars decided to show off. Another Fun Fact:  The legs of those carabaos are not really of the same size. Cool…but wait! There’s more! If you stand a couple of meters in front of the carabao statue on the right (facing the kwek-kwek tower) and look on top of the carabao head, you should see a mini-replica of the statue in the middle. It’s very small, so it may be hard to see.  Uyy, pupunta na siya dun! Freshie Tip:  Since it’s located near the gate of the campus, most of the UPLB students pass through here…maybe you can sit on the benches and “familiarize” the faces of your fellow  Iskolars …okay, we’re really here to spot some potential crushes to tell about that awesome mini-replica. Another Freshie Tip:  That previous tip being said, beware of stalkers.  Pero ‘wag din masyado magfeeling, ha? Things To Do:  Hang out, sit, observe fellow  Iskolars , eat, chat with friends

(3) KWEK KWEK TOWER Formally known as the UPLB Heritage Tower. But it seems more fitting to call it the Kwek-kwek Tower. Fun Fact:  It’s called Kwek-Kwek Tower because we see the fire on top of it as a  kwek-kwek —or “egg waffles,” as the  coños  would call it— because we eating machines tend to think of anything as food. Freshie Tip:  There’s not much to do here, but you can go underneath the tower if you’re bored and—for some reason—would want some random phone numbers, or see some writings written by someone in estrus phase, similar to the ones you see in public restrooms. Things To Do:  Take a picture, walk around it, read vandals, take shelter when it’s raining and you forgot to bring an umbrella

(4) OBLATION PARK Also locally known as the O-Park. Located here is the symbol of the University of the Philippines. It depicts a man facing upwards with outstretched arms, symbolizing service to his country. Fun Fact:  All the  oblations  you see in different campuses of UP are all just replicas. The original one is hidden somewhere in the chamber of secrets of the UP Diliman Main Library. Freshie Tip:  There is a known myth—when you take a picture with the Oblation while still being an undergraduate—you won’t graduate on time. Well, don’t listen to that myth. Take a picture or not, you still won’t graduate on time anyway.  Muhaha!  Kidding! Things To Do:  Sit, chat with friends, have a picnic, observe surroundings, take picture, take picture with “Oble” (I dare you, undergrads)

(5) PEGARAW A famous symbol here in UP  Elbi . As you can see, it’s a tamaraw. But it is no ordinary tamaraw. It’s a tamaraw—with wings! Fun Fact:  Did you know that Pegaraw has a baby? It’s located in UPLB’s online registration website, the UPLB Systemone. It’s probably wreaking its cuteness there to compensate for the website’s slow servers. Freshie Tip:  Don’t worry my young padawans, there is no myth connected to this one, so go on and take a picture! *wink* I mean, there is no way you would graduate on time, right? Kidding again! Things To Do:  Take pictures, bask in the glory of Pegaraw

(6) MAIN LIBRARY Home to the greatest collection of books/ journals and to the office of the Chancellor. Fun Fact:  The sides of the library are always used by the students as a place for meetings, hang outs, dates, and even for emo moments. Yup, most students don’t actually enter the building when they say they’re going to the library. Freshie Tip:  If there is a time that you need to actually enter the building, ready a strap for your ID and wear it like a high-schooler would. You’ll need it if you don’t want to get soaped by the security there. Things To Do:  Sit, hang out with friends, chat with friends, emote, or actually read a book

(7) DL UMALI HALL The campus’ main auditorium. It’s named after Dioscoro L. Umali, a former dean in UPLB. Fun Fact:  The auditorium has a similar architecture to the Cultural Center of the Philippines, so you can see a striking resemblance in this auditorium and Nicanor Abelardo Hall at CCP. Freshie Tip:  Get tickets as soon as possible and arrive one to two hours before the scheduled time if you plan on watching a show or concert with no reserved seating—especially the popular ones, unless you’re fine with sitting on the aisle or standing at the back. Or, or…have a friend arrive early. You know how this goes.  Sige na,   makisingit ka na. Ganyan naman kayo eh .  Pinapaasa pa ‘yung mga nasa likod na makakaupo sila.  </3 Things To Do:  Watch the best shows ever, sit on the stairs while waiting for your tardy companion, take pictures, see a good view of the Freedom Park, Carillon Tower, and Fertility Tree

(8) MARIANG BANGA GAZEBO Formally known as Mariang Dalam-banga, but is more popularly called as Mariang Banga. It’s probably just one of the variations of Maria Makiling. Fun Fact:  There’s an urban myth spreading around the campus where Mariang Banga was said to change the way she carries the  banga  at certain times. It is said that when a person sees that, it brings bad luck. Freshie Tip:  Since there are benches here, it’s a good place to unwind and just observe. Also, regarding the myth, when an  Iskolar  sees it, it’s said he wouldn’t graduate. But as I say again, don’t believe what they say! You wouldn’t graduate anywa–okay I’ll stop. Things To Do:  Take pictures, sit and relax, hang out, chat with friends, sit with your special someone

(9) SENIORS SOCIAL GARDEN This is the campus’ outdoor events place. A garden show is being held here every once in a while. Freshie Tip:  Ironically, as the name itself says, this garden is  not  only for seniors nor is it definitely only for  susyal  peeps. But I don’t think anyone would go here on any normal day anyway. Things To Do:  None, unless you’re invited to a wedding located at this place, or when there’s a garden show.

(10) BAKER HALL Also known as the Baker Memorial Hall. This is currently the Department of Human Kinetics, acting as the sports center in UPLB. Fun Fact:  During the times of war, when Japan took control of the hall, it was used as a prison for the soldiers. Rumor has it that there is a “dungeon” underneath the building, said to extend up to the freedom park. I think you can see the barricaded entrance to that dungeon at the back of the hall in the first floor beside the restrooms. Freshie Tip:  It kinda makes you hungry, right? But as you may have read and realized by now, this is not a bakery. It is kind of the opposite of a bakery. This place is where fats are burned. Go get fats somewhere else. Things To Do:  Play sports, watch people play sports, be a fangirl, be a fanboy

(11) GRANDSTAND A place to watch field sports such as soccer, ultimate, or track and field. Freshie Tip:  This serves other purposes, too. It can be for dates, and other things. Don’t just go there alone. Chances are—you’ll be out of place. Things To Do:  Watch, and learn

(12) FERTILITY TREE The biggest Acacia tree in the campus. You can easily see it from the Freedom Park. It has a huge canopy. Fun Fact:  The people who discovered this tree didn’t just go here and said, “Wow, this tree is huge! I’ll call it the Fertility Tree!” No. They called it that way because there’s a reason. Yeah, couples go here at night. I know you know. They’ve seen things, man. They’ve seen things. Freshie Tip:  Are you gonna stay the night? Are you gonna stay the night? Catchy song! Oops, but don’t even think about it. Don’t be one of them. Seriously, don’t. Things To Do:  Sit under the shade, picnic, enjoy the view, look for objects below the tree Things To Do At Night:  Oh stop it, you.

(13) CARILLON TOWER It is actually called the Rizal Centenary Carillon Tower. Fun Fact:  It’s the tallest building in Elbi. Not fun enough? It has 37 bells. Other carillon towers have 23 bells. Another Fun Fact:  Remember that Pinoy horror movie  White Lady?  This is where the character of Angelica Panganiban committed suicide. In connection to this, the tower is actually open to the public during its early days but is now closed for safety reasons. Freshie Tip:  Don’t wait for its bell to go “Ding, dong.” It’s not going to do it, unless there’s a major event. Things To Do:  Sit beside it, chat with friends, take pictures, practice dance routines

(14) FREEDOM PARK Locally known as the F-Park. This is the largest field in the campus. Used for field sports, such as soccer and ultimate. This is also where the graduation march is held. Fun Fact:  About 8 out of 10 joggers at the freedom park always jog counter-clockwise. Freshie Tip:  Save money for the month of February because you’ll be spending a lot of money for food and for dates during the UPLB Feb Fair held here at Freedom Park. Things To Do:  Sit,  magbunot ng damo,  have picnic, play sports, chat with friends, jam with friends, team building with org, jog, watch people jog, listen to some sharers of the gospel

(15) THAI PAVILION A small Thai-inspired pavilion. Fun Fact:  Currently, little is known about the history and purpose of this small pavilion here in the campus other than being called the Golden Jubilee Pavilion. Only a few people know the secrets that lie within this structure. I’m not included, obviously. Freshie Tip:  You are the future of the campus. You are encouraged to research more about this. Things To Do:  Do yoga, meditate, hang out, take pictures

(16) NIHON KOEN STEPS It’s a traditional Japanese garden, with  Torii  as the centerpiece. Fun Fact:  If you count the number of steps going up, it would be 125 steps. If you count the number of steps going down, it would still be 125 steps. Well, what did you expect? 🙂 Freshie Tip:  This is an easier way to get to the College of Forestry. It can be a way to burn fats, too. Things To Do:  Take pictures, go up and down, repeat, have picnic

(17) MARIA MAKILING SCULPTURE A field statue of Maria Makiling marking the entrance to the College of Forestry and the Makiling Forest Reserve. Fun Fact:  Because of its unusual location, the sculpture is often mistaken as a white lady or something at night by some wannabe ghost busters. Freshie Tip:  Get to know about the legend of Maria Makiling. It’s a must for UPLB students. I repeat: you are the future of the campus. Don’t let the legend die. Things To Do:  Take pictures

(18)  MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY   (click to view opening hours, admission fee, and more info) A museum that contains different species of plants and animals here in Mt. Makiling and also in other places. Fun Fact:  Behold guys! If you apply to be the museum’s night watchman, you’ll see—this is when the museum comes to life. Oh wait. Wrong museum…and that’s just a movie. Freshie Tip:  At least visit the museum before leaving the campus. Trust me when I say, you’ll be having a  lot  of time in the campus. That’s a lot of time to see the museum come to life. Things To Do:  Educate yourself, learn scientific names, appreciate nature

(19)  MAKILING BOTANIC GARDENS   (click to view opening hours, admission fee, and more info) Primarily serves as a place for preservation and research of endemic plants in Mt. Makiling. Fun Fact:  This place has once been popular for its Center for Philippine Raptors, where different kinds of birds, including the Philippine Eagle, are being taken care of. But it has now moved to Quezon City. Freshie Tip:  Visit this place too before leaving the campus. Take a look and enjoy the sight of all the beautiful and exotic plants you’ll probably never remember. Things To Do:  Field trips, walk around, take pictures, appreciate nature, have picnic, hold events

(20)  FLAT ROCKS   (click to read about Mariang Makiling Trail) A river bed located somewhere in the Mt. Makiling. Fun Fact:  The Flat Rocks is called “Flat Rocks” because of flat rocks placed on the river bed (say what?). Basically, they’re rocks that you can stand on ‘cause they’re flat (ugh). Also, this is the first stop of the journey to Peak 2. Not so fun for a fun fact. Freshie Tip:  Visit this. It’s a privilege to stand on a flat rock. It makes you feel superior. Things To Do:  Take pictures, rest for a bit, and then swoosh to the next stop

(21)  MUDSPRING   (click to read about Mariang Makiling Trail) Just a lake you happen to pass by. A super hot, sulfuric lake. Fun Fact:  Mt. Makiling is a dormant volcano. And, what you happen to see as the mudspring, is often mistaken as the crater of the volcano. It’s just another mud pot in the mountain where hot, hot gasses coming from deep inside the earth flows out. Freshie Tip:  Visit. No mudspring = No graduating. Things To Do:  Take pictures, feel hot, rest a bit

(22)  MT MAKILING PEAK 2  (click to read about Mariang Makiling Trail) The summit of Mt. Makiling. Fun Fact:  This, what we call the peak two, is the highest point of Mt. Makiling. There are three peaks in Mt. Makiling. The peak three can be visited, while peak one still has an unestablished trail, as far as I know. Also, the trail in Mt. Makiling can be traversed from UPLB to Sto. Tomas in Batangas and vice versa. Freshie Tip:  Visit and take a selfie once you get there. It’s awesome. Why, you ask? Because it makes you look like a badass that’s why. Things To Do:  Enjoy the view, take pictures, enjoy bragging rights upon reaching the top

(23) BSP MONUMENT The monument of the symbol of the Boy Scouts of the Philippines Fun Fact:  The monument is what the Boy Scouts call as the scout sign. They always use it while reciting the Scout Oath and the Scout Law. Freshie Tip:  Sorry kids, but there are no Scouting subjects currently available in the curriculum. But you can always take up ROTC. Things To Do:  Respect the scout sign, boys.

(24)  NATIONAL ARTS CENTER   (click to visit website) That red-roofed building you always see from afar. It’s a building of the Philippine High School for the Arts. Fun Fact:  It’s actually built to be seen on purpose on different angles of Elbi. And when you’re up there, you could see the whole of Elbi. Freshie Tip:  Visit this so you could take a good gander of the place you’ll be living in for the next four to unknown years. Things To Do:  Wander, take pictures, have picnic, enjoy the cool breeze, enjoy the cool view

A day in the life of a UPLB student, and professionals alike, can be very stressing. But don’t forget that there are always the little things in your surroundings that can change the whole way you view the hardest of things. Take a look around, Elbi is not just a place of  singkos.  Granted, it’s pretty hard to study there, but the things that can keep you sane everyday are always there, just around the corner. It’s about time you see the fun side of UPLB. When you’re down and stressed, just remember these magic words:

Pahabol  Tip:  Don’t forget to try the most delicious choco-milk in town located at DTRI! It’s the kind of milk that makes your life Legen– wait-for-it  Dairy! Legend Dairy!  Napatawa ka ‘no?  *virtual high five* *don’t leave me hangin’*

Word for the Freshies:  Don’t take the not-graduating-on-time thing seriously! It’s simple. If you do well, you graduate on time.

…actually, it’s not that simple.

Now go and share this, don’t be a meanie!

Traveling can be tiring! If ever you get hungry, where will you eat? Find your resto in this post:  10 Best Restaurants in Los Banos  or  10 Affordable Places Where UPLB Students Usually Eat

How to get to UPLB? Read our Stopover article here:  Stopover: UPLB

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An annual activity spearheaded by the Office of Student Activities, the Campus Tour aims to familiarize the UPLB freshies and transferees with key buildings and landmarks in the University. Student volunteers, both affiliated and unaffiliated with various organizations, serve as tour guides.

UPLB student organizations welcome the freshies by treating them to breakfast.

Opening Convocation

The formal welcome to all freshies and transferees, where they are introduced to the Officers of the Central Administration, Deans and Directors of the various colleges, units, and offices of the University. They also get to know services and programs they can avail of from the different units and offices of the University.

Freshie Fair

Student organizations introduce themselves and their advocacies at the Freshie Fair with free food and drinks, items, merchandise, and fun activities and surprises.

Freshie Night

A welcome treat for the Freshies of UPLB, capping off the Freshie Activities to let freshies be acquainted with each other and get to know local performers before starting their academic journey in the university.

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Activities such as mini-concerts, contests, and symposia in collaboration or in partnership with other offices, units, student organizations, the UPLB University Student Council, College Student Councils, and public and private entities outside UPLB.

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Organization orientation (oo).

A semestral activity spearheaded by OSA, the OO is a major requirement for organization registration which aims to reiterate policies and guidelines implemented in the University pertaining to student organizations and their activities.

Student Organization Advisers' Forum (SOAdvisers' or SOAd Forum)

The SOAd Forum is the space wherein SO Advisers can mingle and raise their concerns and where OSA can raise awareness regarding the increasing issues faced by student leaders and student organizations. This aims to strengthen the relationship of OSA, the SOAds, and student organizations and promotes the essence of being an Iskolar ng Bayan through guided actions and decisions.

Organization Space Utilization Forum (Formerly SOADmin Forum)

With the aim of drafting a unified policy on facility usage, this forum aims to invite all building administrators and/or representatives to discuss current and future policy on facility usage, issues, and resolutions.

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A 2-day annual training workshop designed for student leaders, by student leaders, the Leadership Summit explores and enhances the potential of UPLB student leaders for personal development, leadership, and social responsibility, the Leadership Summit was designed by the student leaders for student leaders.

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A three-part series done in preparation for the Student Organization Leaders' Assembly (SOLA), Linang Lunes is an avenue for students to enrich their knowledge and skills specific to socio-cultural and leadership capabilities, with the expected outcomes to be proposals for major activities by the clusters on the next academic year. This offers talks and/or workshops catering to the three main clusters: leadership, extension and public service, and culture and the arts.

Student Organization Leaders' Assembly (SOLA)

The one-day gathering of UPLB student organization leaders where concerns and issues regarding student organizatios are addressed. Esteemed speakers who are embodiments of effective praxis in the three program areas are often invited, and cluster proposals from the Linang Lunes are presented and finalized.

Pulong Bayan

The townhall of student leaders that serves as a platform to ask questions and seek clarity on urgent and important matters such as news, programs, and updates concerning the UPLB studentry in general and student organizations in particular.

A series of conversations on the currently relevant issues faced by the UPLB student body in general and UPLB student organizations in particular.

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News Archive - OSA

OSA’s annual leadership summit puts spotlight on public service

To strengthen UPLB’s mandate to lead as a public service university through providing community, public, and volunteer service, the UPLB Office of Student Activities (OSA) of the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs (OVCSA) held “Pagtalima: Bukas na Pagtanggap sa Hamon ng...

OVCSA, OSA join hands with students, UPMO for Bayanihan #LinisinAngSU Clean-Up Drive

The Office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs (OVCSA), Office of Student Activities (OSA), University Planning and Maintenance Office (UPMO), UPLB students, organizations, and alliances joined forces for Bayanihan #LinisinAngSU Clean-Up Drive at the Student Union (SU) Building premises on...

OSA-OVCSA conducts first Organization Space Utilization Forum for 2024

The UPLB Office of Student Activities (OSA) of the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs (OVCSA) organized the first Organization Space Utilization Forum for forty-two (42) building and venue administrators with University Planning and Maintenance Office (UPMO) and Business Affairs...

OSA discusses use of spaces & org registration at UPLB student org orientation

Seventy student leaders attended the orientation for new, renewing, and registered student organizations held by the Office of Student Activities (OSA) on February 26, 2024, at the Makiling Ballroom Hall, Student Union Building.In her welcome message, Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs Janette H....

OVCSA future-proof student programs and services with new management systems

The past few years, characterized by much uncertainty and disruption, compelled educational institutions, including UPLB, to reimagine their delivery of student programs and services.UPLB launched future-proofing programs and a digital transformation initiative to catch up and cope with these...

OSA, UHS hold Pulong Bayan on UPLB One-Touch Strategy

The Office of Student Activities (OSA) and the University Health Service (UHS) organized the first town hall meeting of the academic year on UPLB’s One-Touch Strategy, which discussed the UPLB medical certificate protocol to forty-nine (49) representatives from student organizations last November...

OSA kicks off arts month celebration with exhibit on student organizations’ work

On the occasion of the National Arts Month (NAM) and UPLB 114th Foundation Day celebration, the Office of Student Activities (OSA) of the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs launched Pagpanday: Galing sa Sining, A National Arts Month Exhibit on Feb. 27.The exhibit was staged in...

OSA holds orientation for student orgs

Student organizations are very much in the thick of things despite most students being not in the campus nowadays.In fact, they may soon partner with the Office of Student Activities (OSA) in various activities that were presented to them at the Organization Orientation, an activity held via Zoom...

OSA spearheads week-long pre-college orientation for freshmen, parents

The Guidance and Counseling Division (OSA-GCD) is conducting a pre-college orientation for the incoming new freshmen at the basement of the Student Union (SU) Building, and their parents at the Makiling Hall from July 2 to 6.Around 2,700 students were qualified to pursue their undergraduate...

OSA launches activities for its month-long anniversary celebration

The Office of Student Affairs (OSA) celebrated its 58th anniversary with the theme, “Cohesion: OSA's Commitment towards a Harmonious Environment for Students' Individual and Organizational Needs”, with a month-long series of activities for its various stakeholders.On June 5, the...

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Daily campus tours.

Schedule a campus visit to experience all University of Idaho has to offer! We’ll give you a campus tour, answer any questions, give you a chance to explore campus life and talk about next steps.

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College or Program Visits

Learn about U of I through the lens of an academic college or university program. Join one of these college or program events to get a deep dive into one of your passions.

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Graduate Visit

Connect with U of I's College of Graduate Studies and schedule a personal visit to explore your area of interest.

Schedule a graduate school visit today!

Bring your high school chemistry club, track team or other group for a campus visit. A U of I group visit will show you campus life, academic program options, our Student Recreation Center and more. Consider bringing your group to an event like Envision  to maximize your day.

Schedule a group visit today!

Virtual Visit

Can't make it to campus today? Start exploring campus now with a virtual campus tour.

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Resources to Plan Your Campus Visit

Virtual resources.

Interact and engage with the Vandal family through our virtual resources . Tour our facilities from home or schedule a virtual session with your admissions counselor.

Sign up and see U of I at one of our specialty admissions events

Meet the vandals.

An event that brings U of I to you. All high school and transfer students are invited!

January - March

Meet The Vandals

High school students, transfer students and their families are invited to come see what U of I has to offer them.

April, October and November

Hispanic/Latino high school seniors and their families are invited to come learn what U of I has to offer in their area.

Let's Go

Honors Student for a Day

High school seniors are invited to learn about the University Honors Program at our premier Honors Student for a Day event.

Why Schedule a Campus Visit?

You’re making an important decision. You’ve browsed our website, reviewed brochures and done your research. Still, getting a feel for campus can help you make your final choice. Take in the culture and our Moscow location, experience life in the dorms and dining halls and see where you’ll be learning. Begin to see yourself at U of I with a campus visit.

Confirm your initial impression. If research grabs your attention, a campus visit goes beyond. Determine if you feel at home as a Vandal and if a particular program of study is right for you. Use your visit or campus tour to meet professors and other students, narrow down your list of majors and make a definite decision once you receive your acceptance letter in the spring.

Make the Most of Your Campus Visit

You’ve heard this advice before — don’t just look at buildings. Instead, keep the following in mind whether you’re attending an event, campus tour or a virtual session:

• When to schedule your visit: Check out our Moscow campus as students attend class, engage in research and go about their day-to-day lives as Vandals. Ideally, attend a tour before submitting your application, preferably in the spring of your junior year or early fall of your senior year.
• Be ready to ask questions: Make a list ahead of time to ask your tour guide, admissions counselor and students you see around campus.
• Consider multiple campus visits: Start virtually to get a feel for our campus. Then, to get a more personal perspective, consider attending an on-campus visit. Here, opt for a student-guided campus tour, and schedule in visits with schools or departments for programs you’re curious about.
• Take notes: What makes U of I unique? How does being a Vandal resonate with you? Document your visit with notes and photos to reference later.
• Prepare ahead of time: Avoid attending a campus visit on a whim. Instead, schedule your visit in advance, make plans for a college or program visit, explore our virtual resources, review a map to understand the layout of our campus and make travel arrangements. Additionally, continue your research to ask questions during your visit.

Have Questions About Visiting University of Idaho?

Bring them to our Campus Visits Office! Reach out by email or by phone at 208-885-6163 today to learn more.

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