The FFWS Peer Mentoring Program hosts events throughout the academic year. Please check your email, our Instagram, and below for this year’s events.
Past Events
Spring Send-Off Picnic!
Date: Tuesday, April 22
Time: 4-6 pm (drop-in anytime)
Location: Grassy area behind Middleton building, in front of Social Work building (Google maps location)
Please RSVP here. Feel free to bring a friend along!
Celebrate the end of the semester with fun, food, games, and great company. Whether you’re looking to relax, play some games, eat tasty sandwiches, or simply enjoy the beautiful weather, there’s something for everyone.
Highlights of the Event:
- 🥪 Jimmy John’s sandwiches and chips
- 🏸 Fun outdoor games and activities
- 🤝 Opportunities to connect with fellow scholars and your peer mentors
If you have any questions, please contact ffws@advising.wisc.edu.
Bowling & Game Night
When: Friday, March 14
Drop-in anytime between 4-6 pm
Where: The Sett Rec (Union South)
Who: All FFWS students welcome – freshmen through upper-class scholars
RSVP link to come soon.
Want something to look forward to after midterms? Come destress with bowling and board games with your FFWS friends! Bowling shoes are provided. We’ll have cake and taco dip.
Explore UW-Madison’s Learning Support website for tutoring to help you ace those midterms: learningsupport.wisc.edu
Questions? Email ffws@advising.wisc.edu.
We hope to see you there!
New Climber Night at the Bakke
Friday, December 6
8 – 9 pm
Join the FFWS Peer Mentors at the New Climber Night at the Bakke! This event is an opportunity for those new to rock climbing to learn the basics. This event is through UW-Madison RecWell and is free for all students, so feel free to bring friends! You just need to sign up for the 8-9 pm time slot on this link and let us know you’re coming by filling out this RSVP form. The FFWS peer mentors will be meeting in the main atrium of the Bakke at 7:45pm. Please let us know if you would like to walk over to the Bakke in a group, and we can organize that! If you have any questions, please contact ffws@advising.wisc.edu.
FFWS Craft & Pizza Night
When: Tuesday, November 12; Drop-in anytime between 5 – 7:30 pm
Where: Ingraham Hall, Room 225
Who: All FFWS students welcome – freshmen through upper-class scholars
RSVP Here!
If you’re looking for some cozy fall activities and time to unwind from classes, join us at the FFWS Comfort and Crochet Craft Night! We will be painting tote bags and learning how to crochet! We will be serving Ian’s Pizza and beverages for dinner/a snack. This event is also the perfect opportunity to check in with your peer mentor! All painting and crochet supplies will be provided, but if you have your own crochet hooks or yarn, feel free to bring those.
Questions? Email ffws@advising.wisc.edu.
We hope to see you there!
FFWS Fall ’24 Kickoff!
Wednesday, October 2, 2024
5:30 – 7:30 pm
Discovery Building (330 N Orchard St) H. F. DeLuca Forum – Rm. 1255
There will be free food, games, a Kahoot, prizes, and the opportunity to learn more about FFWS and ask any questions! You’ll meet the FFWS team including your peer mentors! Feel free to bring a friend. You can wear whatever you feel comfortable in, and you can come and go as it works with your schedule.