Events & Programs

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Events & Programs

From our signature event series Perkins Live and Trabant Now, to weekly Quizzo, and our annual Geek Week tradition, there is always something happening in the Student Centers!

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Signature Event Series

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Perkins Live

A free late-night event series Fridays in Perkins Student Center during the fall and spring semesters. The program features headlining artists, free novelties, food, game shows and unique activities from 10 p.m.–1 a.m. on Fridays. Main acts perform in the Perkins West Lounge.

Perkins Live

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Trabant Now

A late-night event series Saturdays in Trabant during the fall and spring semesters. The Trabant Now series is hosted and run by student organizations and departments across campus who partner with the USC. Entertainment times and costs vary week to week.

Trabant Now

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Geek Week

Geek Week has become a tradition at the University of Delaware where you can find a variety of events around campus that celebrate your inner geek. Between game tournaments, “geeky” guest speakers, on-campus arcades and more, we know there will be something for you to enjoy!

Geek Week

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Quizzo

A weekly trivia game series Tuesday nights at 7 p.m. in the Perkins West Lounge. This series takes place each fall, winter and spring semester. Trivia covers a variety of topics including pop culture, music, history and more for all audiences on campus. Free food is also available!

Quizzo

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Lights, Camera, Action on Main!

The University Student Centers is partnering with Main Street Movies 5 to provide a new experience at our Lights, Camera, Action movie series! This weekly film series features box office movies on their opening weekend for private screenings at the theater. Show times are every Friday and Saturday at 7 p.m. RSVP on Student Central is required.

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Engaging Matters

In collaboration with Student Diversity & Inclusion, this series of events focuses on programming and initiatives to educate, cultivate, and support belonging and inclusion at UD. Join us for our different programs including our hallmark program, Hot Takes over Hot Plates.

UD Welcome Days Events

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Involvement Fair

The Involvement Fair showcases more than 400 clubs, organizations and activities available to students. Whether you're looking to meet new people, seek out leadership roles or just explore your interests, there's something for everyone.

Involvement Fair

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Perkins Live Preview and Headphone Disco

A large-scale welcome for incoming students the first night of opening weekend. It is an opportunity to explore the campus and connect with other students at a variety of free events and activities at the Perkins Student Center and Trabant University Center. The night ends with a big celebration for all new students on the Central Green.

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