Ram Rush is the official University of Mobile New Student Orientation. It is organized by the University of Mobile’s Student Life Department and is full of concerts, free food, give-aways, games, new friends, orientation information, and tons of fun!
Every new student is assigned a Ram Fam Group (RFG) upon registration. Groups range in size from 15-20 students. Each RFG has two active and engaged UM student leaders to guide you through your first week at UM, help you meet other students, and get involved.
Ram Rush will begin at move-in and continues through the first week of classes. Events are not mandatory except for orientation on Saturday, however, participation is highly encouraged, as Ram Rush is one of your best ways to get connected to fellow students and get involved in Student Life. Dress is casual at all events and all event meals are free.
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RAM RUSH 2024
Friday, 8/16
9 AM – Move-In
11 AM – Lunch in Ingram Dining Hall
5 PM – President's Commissioning on Great Commission Lawn (Mandatory for Incoming Students)
5:30 PM – Mac and Molly's Ram Rush Roundup Rodeo on Great Commission Lawn (Parents/Families Welcome)
7 PM – Find Ram Rush Groups
7:15 PM – Rush Hour in Various Locations
8 PM – Scavenger Hunt on Bedsole Patio
9:30 PM – Outdoor Movie Night on North Lawn
Saturday, 8/17
9:30 AM – UM 101 Orientation in Ram Hall
11 AM – Foo and a Friend at Foosackly's
12:30 PM – Goodwill Gala Shopping in Various Locations
5 PM – Cowboy Dinner in Ingram Dining Hall
8 PM – Goodwill Gala at Rambo's Skateland – Wild West Showdown!
Sunday, 8/18
5 PM – Dinner and Directions in Ingram Dining Hall
5:30 PM – Sundaes with the Smiths on Ram Hall Patio
7 PM – Prayer Room in Ram Hall
Monday, 8/19
7:30 AM-9:30 AM – Muffins with Mac in Bedsole Commons
7 PM – Matt Mitchell Hosts UM's Masked Singer in Ram Hall
Tuesday, 8/20
7:30 AM-9:30 AM – Commuter Breakfast in Bedsole Commons Second Floor
5 PM – Church Picnic in Ram Hall
7 PM – Soccer Tailgate at the Jungle
7:30 PM – Soccer Team vs. Spring Hill College at The Jungle
10 PM – Pool Party in the Campus Pool
Wednesday, 8/21
2 PM – Chapel with President Charles W. Smith, Ph. D. in Ram Hall
Thursday, 8/22
11 AM – Part-Time Job Fair in Ram Hall
5 PM – Make Much Tailgate on Weaver Lawn
7 PM – Make Much in Dorsett Auditorium
Friday, 8/23
12 PM – Slip 'n Slide Kickball and Cookout at the Intramural Field
7 PM – Outdoor Karaoke Night on Bedsole Patio
Saturday, 8/24
11 AM-3 PM – Ram Rush Beach Day at Gulf Shores