The Office of Student Involvement hosts social, multicultural, and recreational events and programs that are designed to enhance the Cardinal Student experience. This includes a number of special programs.
Special Programs
![Students load a moving box on Move-In Day.](https://student.louisville.edu/sites/g/files/xudnps216/files/styles/medium_9_5/public/2024-11/20170815-Move-In_5243.webp?h=a1e1a043&itok=wur7G3JF)
Welcome Week
Get ready to start your UofL experience off right at Welcome Week! During this week you'll make new friends, get connected and find out what it really means to be a Louisville Cardinal! During Welcome Week you'll be able to participate in a variety of programming that will introduce you to the university, allow you to get to know the Louisville area, and give you multiple opportunities to meet and get to know your fellow classmates.
![Cardinal Cupboard Shelves](https://student.louisville.edu/sites/g/files/xudnps216/files/styles/medium_9_5/public/2024-11/Cardinal%20Cupboard.webp?h=57024e64&itok=mKF_B9k9)
Cardinal Cupboard
Through fundraising and food drives, the Commonwealth Credit Union Cardinal Cupboardās increases accessibility to food and health products to members of the Cardinal community in an effort to reduce their financial burden. Location: Swain Student Activities Center W312 Hours: Monday-Friday 9 a.m.- 6 p.m. If you need food, you can request one of our Grab & Go bags. Donate Here
![Student biking past the Thinker in front of Grawemeyer Hall](https://student.louisville.edu/sites/g/files/xudnps216/files/styles/medium_9_5/public/2024-08/20130822-Thinker_Bike_3646.webp?h=d749e430&itok=Kt6BFk6I)
Commuter & Transfer Initiatives
As a commuter and/or transfer student, your experience at the University of Louisville is unique. We are here to be a resource for you along the way! Location: SAC 310W Instagram: @UofLCTI
![Louie the Cardinal Bird mascot cheering in front of a crowd](https://student.louisville.edu/sites/g/files/xudnps216/files/styles/medium_9_5/public/2024-08/CC_FBC023-24vNOTRE_DAME_3232.webp?h=d7f03cad&itok=KSD8k4tW)
Late Night Breakfast
Take a break from studying and spend time with us for Late Night Breakfast with UofL Dining.
![President Schatzel on stage with honorees at the 2023 Alumni Awards](https://student.louisville.edu/sites/g/files/xudnps216/files/styles/medium_9_5/public/2024-12/20231026-Alumni_Awards_7744.webp?h=92704f59&itok=L_qakWhv)
UofL Student Awards
The Dean of Students Office annually acknowledges outstanding students, staff and parents through a variety of awards and recognition programs. These programs provide the University with the opportunity to recognize the extraordinary contributions individuals make to the campus community.
![Students waiting for a Cardinal Shuttle with the Speed Art Museum in the background](https://student.louisville.edu/sites/g/files/xudnps216/files/styles/medium_9_5/public/2024-12/20211014-Speed-Shuttle_0122.webp?h=c698f2e2&itok=AS0H5Nih)
SGA Bus Rides
TBD