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Upcoming Virtual Events
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The Office of Admissions hosts and coordinates an ongoing schedule of virtual events in partnership with campus partners. Sessions provide valuable insights, helpful tips, and knowledgeable guidance to empower students and their support systems in navigating the college search process, applying to UNC, and more. | La UNC organiza una variedad de eventos virtuales. Las sesiones proporcionan valiosas ideas, consejos útiles y orientación experta para empoderar a los estudiantes y sus familias a navegar el proceso de búsqueda de universidades, inscribirse a la UNC y más.
Have an idea for a virtual event topic? We would love to hear it! Email us to let us know today. | ¿Tiene una idea para un tema de evento virtual? Nos encantaría escucharlo! Envíenos un correo electrónico para informarnos hoy.
Come see us in person! View and register for upcoming campus events and daily visits at unco.edu/visit. | ¡Ven a vernos en persona! Regístrese para los próximos eventos y visitas diarias en unco.edu/visit.
Past Virtual Events Watch recordings of previous virtual events on-demand.
Faculty Showcase! This Is Your Brain on Music
Join Dr. Jenna Braaksma, Associate Professor of Collaborative Piano and Piano Pedagogy, as she takes you inside the science that shows how the music you love sparks different parts of your brain that affect your mood, focus, and even your memories. This session will reveal how beats and melodies can feel so powerful through their ability to fire up your brain and influence how you think, learn, relax, and connect with others. (Recorded December 2, 2025)
Faculty Showcase! How Psychology Prepares You for Any Career
Hosted by Professor Dr. Ryan Darling, this presentation will demonstrate the broad relevance of psychological science in building career readiness skills valued across industries. We'll connect core areas of psychology—such as perception, memory, motivation, emotion, and social behavior—to real-world career paths and show how you can practice applying these concepts to your own professional interests. (Recorded November 25, 2025)
Faculty Showcase! Department of History, Secondary Edu
Join Kelly Langley-Cook, Professor and Director of Teacher Education for the Department of History for an interactive session on how your brain learns history! (Recorded November 24, 2025)
Admitted Student Next Steps
So you have been admitted to UNC? Congratulations! Welcome to the Bear family, now what is next? Join us for this presentation to address the next steps as an admitted student, the ideal timeline to complete checklist items and key dates/deadlines. (Recorded November 19, 2025)
Finding Your College Fit
Join our UNC Admissions Counselors and connect with us about the college search process. Receive pointers on how to find your college match and perspectives to consider when searching for a strong academic, social, and financial fit. (Recorded November 11, 2025)
Financial Aid 101
Learn about the Financial Aid process: How to apply, important timelines and deadlines, what are the different types of financial aid students might be eligible for, and some tips and recommendations. *Some of the financial aid discussed in this presentation are only applicable to Colorado residents. (Recorded October 28, 2025)
Get to Know UNC: Student, Staff & Faculty Panel
Hear from a panel of current UNC students, staff and faculty about our community of Bears, academic and social support, and gather insights to help you better imagine your UNC story. Whether you are just starting your college search, ready to become a UNC Bear, or somewhere in between - this virtual event is for you! (Recorded October 22, 2025)
Get to Know UNC: Student & Faculty Panel
Meet and hear from current UNC students, staff and faculty about the community of Bears, academic and social support to help you better imagine your UNC story. Whether you are just starting your college search, are ready to become a UNC Bear, or somewhere in between - this virtual event is for you! (Recorded July 22, 2025)
Finding Your College Fit
Hear from Admissions Counselors about the college search process and receive pointers on how to find your college fit. Counselors describe the considerations you could make when finding a strong Academic, Social and Financial fit. (Recorded July 28, 2025)
How to Apply to UNC
During this event, you will hear from Admissions Counselors on what the application process is like at UNC and see a presentation that lays out the process, timeline and required materials. (Recorded July 30, 2025)
Understanding WUE at UNC
Learn how you can benefit from the Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) program at UNC! WUE is a tuition discount for non-resident students from select western states and territories: AK, AZ, CA, HI, ID, MT, NV, NM, ND, OR, SD, UT, WA and WY. (Also includes the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands and Guam.)Admissions Counselors will explain WUE eligibility, share insights on student life, and walk you through the admissions process and scholarship opportunities. (Recorded August 6, 2025)
Your Story Starts Here: UNC
During this event you will see a presentation that will offer an overview of the University of Northern Colorado. You will learn about the variety of academic offerings, the supportive community of Bears, and opportunities to visit campus. (Recorded August 12, 2025)