Frequently Asked Questions
SOAP is a program created for first year students starting their academic journey in the fall semester. We first piloted SOAP in the Fall 2021 and it was a huge success! We created this program to provide students with a great way to meet other incoming Seawolves and build relationships before the semester even begins. This year, we have 5 adventures available to students. Each one will focus on promoting personal growth, self-confidence, and relationship building through an outdoor setting.
Yes, whether you are a resident or a commuter student, all first year students can register to participate in the Seawolves Outdoor Program; however, students in EOP, student-athletes, and international students are not able to participate in this program due to planned group activities on August 18 and 19.
Once you register for SOAP trip, you will be assigned a move in time the morning of Monday, August 18 before the first SOAP event.
We run our programming on a first come, first served basis. Registration opens for all activities July 8, 2025 at 9AM. You can register here.
No, you are only able to register for one program.
The cost of the program is $45.
Yes, the SOAP Program will start on Monday, August 18, 2025 and run through Tuesday, August 19, 2025, and you are expected to attend all scheduled events. If you will be living on campus, you will receive an early move in time on Monday, August 18.
No, you will not miss any workshops or activities. All orientation activities will begin later in the afternoon on Tuesday, August 19 and continue throughout the week.
Registration opens on July 8, 2025 and the registration closes on August 6, 2025. There will be a waitlist available for you to register if a program is full. If any slots open up, you'll be notified.
Upon registration you will get a receipt emailed to you. The Recreation and Wellness staff will be in contact with you throughout the summer with important information about this program.
No, you do not need any special skills. Adventure course, hiking and stand-up paddleboarding will all require some level of physical activity. Stand-up paddleboarding will be one hour on the board close to shore and hiking a 5-mile trail on rolling terrain. The adventure course will require climbing at heights of 10’ or more wearing a secured harness.