Welcome Day

Welcome Day 2026

Welcome back GRC!

Welcome Day 2026 will be held on Wednesday, September 16th from 1 - 5 PM in the Mel Lindbloom Student Union on Green River College's main Auburn campus.

What is Welcome Day?

Welcome Day is an annual event held prior to the beginning of fall classes where both new and returning students can meet fellow students, tour the campus, and learn about campus resources to answer any final questions they have about school.

• Need helping finding your classes?
• Need to purchase your books?
• Need help finding assistance with school?
• Want to get your hands on some GRC swag?
• Want to meet student leaders and find out how to get involved?

Sign-up for Welcome Day!

Setup your Green River Tickets account and get your free student ticket here! We can't wait to welcome you to campus. Those who sign up will receive check-in instructions on Monday, September 14th.

Welcome Day Schedule

• Check-In – 12:30 - 1 PM
• Program Begins – 1 PM
• Sessions -  1: 45 – 4:30
  • Resource Fair
  • Financial Aid & Benefits for Students
  • Campus Tours
  • Student Technology 101
  • Classroom Life
  • Wellness
• Optional Evening Social Activities
  • Pizza Truck, Shave Ice Truck & Outdoor Activities – 4:30 – 6:30
  • GRC Home Volleyball Match vs. Tacoma – 6:30 – 8:30
  • Parenting Student Panel

Go Gators!

Questions about Welcome Day 2026? 
Contact Paz Clearwater, Assistant Director of Student Life, at pclearwater@greenriver.edu or 253-293-4052