WWU Incoming Freshmen: Register Now for Viking Launch Sept. 13-19

Western Washington University invites incoming freshman to get a head start on college and participate in Viking Launch, which will take place from Sept. 13-19 and provides students with the option to earn up to 2 credits prior to the first day of fall quarter.

Viking Launch is a weeklong preparatory course designed to introduce participants to the academic and social climate of Western’s campus. Participants will stay in either the Fairhaven Residence Hall or Kappa Hall on the Ridge, where they will remain for the rest of the year.

The program connects incoming students with faculty, housing, and university contacts prior to the beginning of the quarter, helping them build a strong foundation for their college career. Students will complete an undergraduate seminar course, recreation activities, a service-learning project and college workshops. Western offers a variety of seminar courses for students to choose from that cover topics including education, environmental science, design and photography, marine biology, pre-med, and more.

Viking Launch is $795 for the 2-credit program, $695 for the 1-credit program, or $395 for the non-credit option.  This cost includes tuition and fees, as well as full access to the on-campus dining halls.

Early registration is recommended and can be completed by visiting the Viking Launch website at http://www.wwu.edu/vikinglaunch

For more information about Viking Launch, contact Michele Anderson, Extended Education program specialist, at vikinglaunch@wwu.eduor (360) 650-6409.