Start Strong
Kick off fall semester with our Start Strong events! We want you to succeed, and we have planned a fun-filled day of prizes, success tips, resources, and much more to get you started on the right foot.
While attendance is not mandatory, we encourage all new and returning students to attend, and family and friends are invited. For more information, call 320-222-6061.
- Monday, August 17th, 2026 | Online via Zoom | 5:00 – 6:00 p.m.
- Tuesday, August 18th, 2026 | Willmar Campus | 1:00 – 5:00 p.m.
- Wednesday, August 19th, 2026 | Hutchinson Campus | 1:00 – 5:00 p.m.
On-Campus Activities | 1:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Section titled “On-Campus Activities | 1:00 – 5:00 p.m.”- Bookstore open on both campuses
- Campus tours and snacks
- Ridgewater and community resources/information
- Financial Aid
- Student Life
- Transfer opportunities
- IT available for technical questions
- Basic Needs and Community Resources
- TRIO Student Support Services
- Accessibility and Disability Services
- And more!
Virtual via Zoom | Monday, August 17th, 2026, 5:00 – 6:00 p.m.
Section titled “Virtual via Zoom | Monday, August 17th, 2026, 5:00 – 6:00 p.m.”- Exploration of D2L, the online learning platform
- Time management and scheduling tips
- Resource exploration
- Q&A Session