TUESDAY, AUGUST 18, 2009
Events on Tuesday are limited to persons who have been invited to the sessions and have pre-registered. |
10 a.m. – 3 p.m. |
Step Ahead
Trinkle Hall, Rotunda
Students with disabilities and their parents/guardians who have pre-registered will meet with the Director of Disability Services for orientation. |
9 a.m. – 12 p.m. |
International Students Orientation (for F visa students)
Combs Hall, room 139
Meeting with the Director of International Academic Services to discuss visa matters, conduct entry interviews, provide assistance in getting ready to start the semester at UMW, etc. Combs Hall, 139 |
9 a.m. – 6 p.m. |
• EagleOne Card Center open, Lee Hall, room 110 |
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 19, 2009
Events scheduled on Wednesday are for all new freshmen and transfer students. ¶ means attendance by students is required.
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8 a.m. - noon |
MOVE IN |
8 a.m. – 6 p.m. |
• EagleOne Card Center open, Lee Hall, room 110 |
8 a.m. – 4 p.m. |
• Post Office open, Woodard Campus Center |
8 a.m. – 5 p.m. |
• Loft, refrigerator and rug vendors available
George Washington Hall parking lot |
8 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. |
• “Where Do I Go to Handle This?”
Come to Lee Hall, third floor lobby information desk to find out where to go and whom to see to deal with billing, transfer credit, registration, financial aid, or other similar problems. |
11:30 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. |
Lunch, Seacobeck Hall |
2 – 4 p.m. |
¶ Students meet (in various locations) with Orientation Leaders |
4 – 5 p.m. |
Time for goodbyes. Parents and families are asked to depart after the reception and before the start of evening programming for students. |
5:00 – 6:30 p.m. |
Dinner, Seacobeck Hall |
6:30 – 7:15 p.m. |
¶“Reception for New Students ”
The Lawn at Brompton
President Judy Hample invites all new students to come to the lawn at Brompton (the President's residence) for an informal gathering with ice cream available. Take a break from your busy first day and relax a bit before the evening meetings start. (Event canceled in the event of rain.) |
7:30 – 8:30 p.m. |
COMMUTER STUDENT MEETING & SOCIAL
Woodard Campus Center, Wash Room
The officers of the Commuting Student Association have planned an exciting, short meeting packed with information that will help you as a commuter. This is your chance to talk with your fellow commuters and get answers to any questions you might have while enjoying a game of pool, ping pong, or foosball. |
7:30 – 8:30 p.m. |
RESIDENTIAL TRANSFER STUDENT MEETING
Randolph Hall Lobby
We’re excited that you’ve joined the UMW residential community! The Residence Life staff will review everything you need to know about living on campus in this required meeting. |
7:30 – 8:30 p.m.
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RESIDENTIAL FIRST-YEAR MEETINGS
Various locations – Check with your Resident Assistant
Living in a residence hall is a great experience but there are things you need to know to navigate the policies and procedures. The Residence Life staff will review everything you need to know about hall living in this required meeting. |
8:30 p.m. |
ALL TRANSFER STUDENT SOCIAL
Woodard Campus Center, Wash Room
You are so not alone! Come meet other transfer students to socialize, share experiences and enjoy some refreshments. |
8:30 p.m. |
FIRST YEAR STUDENT SOCIALS
First year residence hall lobbies, parlors or basements – Check with your R.A.
You made it through the first day! Come meet other members of your residence hall community, share move-in stories and relax with some refreshments. |
THURSDAY, AUGUST 20, 2009
Events scheduled on Thursday are for all new freshmen and transfer students. ¶ means attendance by students is required. |
7:30 a.m. |
Breakfast, Seacobeck Hall |
8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. |
¶ ADVISING GROUP MEETING WITH FACULTY ADVISOR
(various locations, as scheduled)
Students will meet with their assigned faculty advisors and the other members of their advising group. Students were contacted by their advisors regarding location of these meetings. The list of all assigned advising locations is also available in the EagleLink portal. Among other tasks at this meeting, students will schedule an individual appointment with their advisors, to occur on Friday |
8 a.m. – 4 p.m. |
• Post Office open, Woodard Campus Center |
9 a.m. – 6 p.m. |
• EagleOne Card Center open, Lee Hall, room 110 |
9:45 – 11:15 a.m. |
¶ Community Expectations
George Washington Hall, Dodd Auditorium
This program focuses on community expectations and issues important to responsible, adult decision-making in a university setting. |
11:15 – 11:30 a.m. |
¶ Students Meet with Orientation Leaders
George Washington Hall, Dodd Auditorium |
11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. |
Community WELCOME FAIR
Ball Circle (Rain location: Great Hall)
Around 70 local merchants and vendors will be on hand with information and FREE items for you! Stop by and learn about the Fredericksburg area, its resources, and its services. Lots of free stuff will be available!
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Noon – 1 p.m. |
Lunch, Seacobeck Hall |
1:30 – 2:30 p.m. |
¶ HONOR COUNCIL TRAINING FOR ALVEY, JEFFERSON, MARSHALL, AND VIRGINIA STUDENTS
George Washington Hall, Dodd Auditorium
At University of Mary Washington, "Honor is a Way of Life." In this workshop, Honor Representatives will present information on all aspects of the Honor System such as its history, how it serves as the foundation of our University, important details of how to report honor violations, what honor violations are, and how sanctions are determined for infractions of the Honor System. |
1:30 – 2:30 p.m. |
¶ JUDICIAL TRAINING FOR MASON, CUSTIS, RUSSELL, COMMUTERS, AND TRANSFER STUDENTS
Goolrick Hall, Gymnasium
The University of Mary Washington has a strong Judicial system in place to protect student rights and to help create a safe and healthy learning and living environment. In this workshop, Judicial Representatives will help explain how violations of the community's norms and expectations are handled. |
2:45 – 3:45 p.m. |
¶ HONOR COUNCIL FOR MASON, CUSTIS, RUSSELL, COMMUTERS, AND TRANSFER STUDENTS
George Washington Hall, Dodd Auditorium
At University of Mary Washington, "Honor is a Way of Life." In this workshop, Honor Representatives will present information on all aspects of the Honor System such as its history, how it serves as the foundation of our University, important details of how to report honor violations, what honor violations are, and how sanctions are determined for infractions of the Honor System. |
2:45 – 3:45 p.m. |
¶ JUDICIAL TRAINING FOR ALVEY, JEFFERSON, MARSHALL, AND VIRGINIA STUDENTS
Goolrick Hall, Gymnasium
The University of Mary Washington has a strong Judicial system in place to protect student rights and to help create a safe and healthy learning and living environment. In this workshop, Judicial Representatives will help explain how violations of the community's norms and expectations are handled. |
4:30 – 5:30 p.m. |
¶ HONOR CONVOCATION
George Washington Hall, Dodd Auditorium
In this important ceremony, the faculty join all new students to formalize the commitment to the UMW Honor Code and take the final step to become a member of the Mary Washington community
DRESS IS SEMI-FORMAL. Commuting students: there will not be time to go home and change after the Honor Workshops prior to Convocation. Bring a change of clothes to campus for this ceremony. |
5:45 p.m. |
Dinner, Seacobeck Hall |
7 – 7:30 p.m. |
Getting to Know Your Apogee
In residence halls, led by RAs. Introduction to the UMW information and computing student network |
8 p.m. |
COMEDY PERFORMANCE -- Craig Karges
George Washington Hall, Dodd Auditorium
Craig Karges is truly extraordinary! Performance magazine called the extraordinist's performance, "The next era in mystery entertainment." Jay Leno said, "He's a huge hit!" Comedian and talk show host Dennis Miller put it this way, "This weirds me out!" Craig Karges' performance is an extraordinary blend of mystery, humor, psychology and intuition. Karges dazzles the mind as he challenges his audiences to question what is real and what is unreal, what is possible and what is impossible. A table "walks" on stage and then flies into the air! Borrowed rings from the audience are linked together in a chain! Thoughts are read and predictions are made and verified. This is one show you will not want to miss!!!
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9:30 p.m. |
DANCE PARTY
Lee Hall, Underground
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FRIDAY, AUGUST 21, 2009
Events scheduled on Friday are for all new freshmen and transfer students. ¶ means attendance by students is required. |
7:30 a.m. |
Breakfast, Seacobeck Hall |
8 a.m. – 5 p.m. |
¶ FRESHMEN -- INDIVIDUAL MEETINGS WITH FACULTY ADVISOR (meeting times and locations as set on Thursday) |
8 a.m. – 1 p.m. |
¶ TRANSFERS – INDIVIDUAL MEETINGS WITH ADVISOR |
8 a.m. – 4 p.m. |
• Post Office open, Woodard Campus Center |
9 a.m. – 3 p.m. |
• Technology Assistance
Available from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Staff members from the Department of Information Technologies (DoIT) available in residence halls to provide assistance to students having problems connecting to the campus network |
9 a.m. – 6 p.m. |
• EagleOne Card Center open, Lee Hall, room 110 |
9 – 10 A.M. -- CONCURRENT SESSIONS, ROUND 1
(students pick one session; most sessions repeated at later times) |
Lee Hall 411 |
• Study Abroad
Increasing numbers of UMW students are taking advantage of the opportunity to study abroad. This program, by the International Academic Services Office, will acquaint you with the ever-increasing range of options that UMW is making available for foreign study. |
Trinkle 204 |
• Internships and Career Services: Bridges to Your Future
It’s never too early to start planning for your future. The Office of Career Services will introduce you to UMW’s active internship program and the variety of services it offers to help students get ready for employment and careers. |
Chandler 304 |
• Time is on Your Side: Strategies for Success in Your Classes
There are many resources available to help you succeed academically. This session will introduce you to proven methods that will help you get the most out of your studies, and you’ll also learn about where to go for help when you need it. |
Trinkle 119 |
• Calculus Placement Exam (Mathematics Department)
This test is for students who do not have AP credit but who wish to see which level of calculus would be appropriate for them. Just show up and take the test to see if you should start in Calculus I, II, or III. |
Combs 139 (Spanish), Combs 213 (German)
Combs 215 (French)
Trinkle 243 (Latin) |
• Foreign Language Placement/Exemption Tests (begins at 8:45 a.m. and offered only at this time.) This is a placement and/or competency test for invited students only. Results will be available later in the day at an announced location. (need location) |
duPont 219 |
Tie Dye UMW
The Theatre Department invites you to come to the crafts studio and create your very own UMW tie-dye t-shirt. |
Lee Hall 412 |
• Pre-Law students meeting
All students thinking about law school in the future should attend this informative session to discover how to make the most out of your education so that you are well prepared for law school when you graduate. |
Starts from outside George Washington Hall |
• Walking Tour of Civil War Sites on the UMW campus
Long before the campus existed, the grounds had a prominent place in a number of Civil War campaigns. You’ll encounter some of the reminders on this walking tour. |
FRIDAY, AUGUST 21, 2009 (continued)
10:30 – 11:30 A.M. -- CONCURRENT SESSIOn, ROUND 2
(students pick one; most sessions repeated at a later time) |
Jepson 100 |
• Pre-med/Pre-Dental students meeting (10:30 to 11 a.m.)
• Biology majors meeting (11 to 11:30 a.m.) |
Simpson Library |
• The Write Stuff: A Few Simple Library Research Techniques Sure to Impress Your Professor (And Probably Amaze Your Friends, Too)
Join members of the Library staff for an informative introduction to and tour of the many resources available through the Library. You’ll learn just how easy it can be to do great research on those upcoming projects. |
Chandler 304 |
• Time is on Your Side: Strategies for Success in Your Classes
There are many resources available to help you succeed academically. This session will introduce you to proven methods that will help you get the most out of your studies, and you’ll also learn about where to go for help when you need it. |
Trinkle 204 |
• Internships and Career Services: Bridges to Your Future
It’s never too early to start planning for your future. The Office of Career Services will introduce you to UMW’s active internship program and the variety of services it offers to help students get ready for employment and careers. |
Trinkle B36 |
• Education Program Meeting
This information session is designed for students who are thinking about entering the teacher education programs at UMW. Come learn about the requirements and the opportunities involved. |
Lee Hall 412 |
• Pre-Law students meeting
All students thinking about law school in the future should attend this informative session to discover how to make the most out of your education so that you are well prepared for law school when you graduate. |
duPont 219 |
• Tie Dye UMW
The Theatre Department invites you to come to the crafts studio and create your very own UMW tie-dye t-shirt. |
Combs 349 |
• Technology Guide to Graduation
A degree evaluation is part of your student academic record, and it also helps map the path to graduation by showing what requirements have already been fulfilled and which ones must still be completed. Staff from Academic Services will demonstrate how to run a degree evaluation. Students will look at their degree evaluations and will hear tips for learning what each part of the degree evaluation means. |
Combs 139 |
• Public debate on a topic of current interest
Members of the UMW debate team will present arguments pro and con about arguments about these timely and important topics. Audience members will have a chance to voice opinions as well. |
Combs 215 |
• What’s Your Major?
When should you make the choice? What should you consider when you do? Representatives from the Career Services and Academic Services Offices will help you start thinking about these and other important questions related to picking a major. |
Combs 237 |
• Meeting the Experiential Learning Requirement
The general education program requires that all students complete one designated experiential learning activity. This session explores the many options for meeting the requirement. This session will also look at the numerous opportunities for undergraduates to be engaged in individual and group research projects, and will explain how to earn credit and even win grants for these projects. |
Trinkle Hall 210 |
• Academic Work at UMW: An introduction to some of the expectations for reading, writing, research, and presentations
The level of work typically expected at UMW may be different from what you’re used to. This session is designed to help you learn a little bit about some of the expectations for the reading, writing, research, and presentation assignments that you’ll be doing. |
Starts from outside George Washington Hall |
• Walking Tour of Civil War Sites on the UMW campus
Long before the campus existed, the grounds had a prominent place in a number of Civil War campaigns. You’ll encounter some of the reminders on this walking tour. |
11:30 a.m. |
Lunch, Seacobeck Hall |
FRIDAY, AUGUST 21, 2009 (continued) |
1 – 2 P.M. -- CONCURRENT SESSIONS, ROUND 3
(students pick one session) |
Lee Hall 411 |
• Study Abroad
Increasing numbers of UMW students are taking advantage of the opportunity to study abroad. This program, by the International Academic Services Office, will acquaint you with the ever-increasing range of options that UMW is making available for foreign study. |
Jepson 108 |
• Course schedule adjustments for students interested in pre-Med, pre-Vet, pre-Dental, and for intended Biology majors
Make sure you are in the courses you need. Come to this session to get any schedule difficulties sorted out. |
duPont Hall 313 |
• Theatre @UMW
Join theatre students and learn about upcoming auditions, events, and productions in the Department of Theatre and Dance. |
Trinkle B36 |
• Education Program Meeting for Transfer
Getting started in the Education program poses some different challenges for transfer students. This session will cover options and alternatives available to transfer students who wish to be admitted to the Teacher Education Program. |
Combs 139 |
• Going Green @ UMW
Want to learn more about UMW's sustainability efforts? Attend this session to learn about energy savings, recycling, and how YOU can get involved in environmental awareness on campus. Bring in an incandescent light bulb to exchange for a FREE compact fluorescent! |
Simpson Library |
• The Write Stuff: A Few Simple Library Research Techniques Sure to Impress Your Professor (And Probably Amaze Your Friends, Too)
Join members of the Library staff for an informative introduction to and tour of the many resources available through the Library. You’ll learn just how easy it can be to do great research on those upcoming projects. |
Combs 215 |
• What’s Your Major?
When should you make the choice? What should you consider when you do? Representatives from the Career Services and Academic Services Offices will help you start thinking about these and other important questions related to picking a major. |
Trinkle 210 |
• Academic Work at UMW: An introduction to some of the expectations for reading, writing, research, and presentations
The level of work typically expected at UMW may be different from what you’re used to. This session is designed to help you learn a little bit about some of the expectations for the reading, writing, research, and presentation assignments that you’ll be doing. |
| Trinkle 204 |
• Stuff for Starving Students - Free Technology Tools to Help You Get Things Done
This session a smorgasbord of information about free, cool technology tools that you can use to get the job of being a student done. The staff of the Divison of Teaching and Learning Technologies will offer a rapid-fire overview of tools that help you with presentations, research, writing, web publishing, sharing, mashing-up, creating, and organizing. It is amazing what you can do for FREE!
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1201 William St. (house) |
• In the Voices of the Authors
Come to an engaging program as award-winning UMW faculty authors read from their published works. Information about creative writing at UMW will also be provided. |
Combs 237 |
• Public Speaking Competition (with prizes)
Give your public speaking skills a workout, and have some fun (and compete for prizes!) at the same time. Sponsored by the Speaking Intensive Program. No prior preparation required – just show up! |
Lee Hall 412 |
• Meeting the Experiential Learning Requirement
The general education program requires that all students complete one designated experiential learning activity. This session explores the many options for meeting the requirement. This session will also look at the numerous opportunities for undergraduates to be engaged in individual and group research projects, and will explain how to earn credit and even win grants for these projects. |
FRIDAY, AUGUST 21, 2009 (continued)
Events scheduled on Wednesday are for all new freshmen and transfer students. ¶ means attendance by students is required. |
2:15 – 3:30 p.m. |
¶ CAMPUS SAFETY
George Washington Hall, Dodd Auditorium
Information about university procedures and resources with respect to fire safety, emergency notifications, and campus policing. |
3:45 – 5:15 p.m. |
¶ DIVERSITY UNIVERSITY (followed by a reception)
starting at George Washington Hall, Dodd Auditorium
Students will participate in small group activities that will encourage them to communicate about creating a more inclusive and supportive campus for everyone. The focus is on creating an inclusive campus climate that embraces diversity, multiculturalism and social justice. |
5:45 p.m. |
Dinner, Seacobeck Hall |
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7:30 p.m. |
MOVIE
George Washington Hall, Dodd Auditorium |
9 p.m. |
GLOW DANCE PARTY
Woodard Campus Center, Great Hall |
9 p.m. |
JOHN TAGLIERI -- ACOUSTIC MUSIC
Woodard Campus Center, Plaza
(Rain location: the Underground, Lee Hall) |
Schedule for Saturday and Sunday (August 22-23) |
| SATURDAY, AUGUST 22, 2009
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10 a.m.. and 1 p.m. -- Walking Tours of Fredericksburg
10 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. – OPEN POST OFFICE HOURS
Woodard Campus Center
10 a.m. – 4 p.m. -- Ride the FRED to the Mall!
10 a.m. – 3 p.m. OFF CAMPUS EVENTS
• Canoeing, Kayaking and Tubing on the Rappahannock.
Noon – 3 p.m. -- MUSIC – Voice Auditions
Pollard Hall, room 213
3:00 -- 7:00 p.m. – CARNIVAL
Ball Circle and Lee Hall, Underground
8 p.m. COMEDY PERFORMANCE -- Baron Vaughn
George Washington Hall, Dodd Auditorium
Baron Vaughn has appeared in Manhattan Theatre Club's "Drowning Crow" on Broadway at the Biltmore Theatre and well as productions at the Williamstown Theatre Festival and the Huntington Theatre Company. He started doing Stand-Up in Boston and made the move to New York where he can be seen at Stand-Up New York, Gotham Comedy Club, the Improv, Caroline’s and the Brooklyn Comedy Company of which he is a founding member. He's also appeared on VH1's Awesomely Oversexed, Best Week Ever and was selected to perform at the prestigious 2006 HBO Comedy Arts Festival in Aspen.
9:30 p.m. MOVIE
George Washington Hall, Dodd Auditorium
9:30 p.m. DANCE PARTY
Lee Hall, Underground |
| SUNDAY, AUGUST 23, 2009 |
Noon – 5:00 p.m.-- TOURS AND SHOPPING
Take the FRED over to Central Park and the Mall or check out your new neighborhood by taking a self-guided tour.
Noon – 3 p.m. -- MUSIC – Instrumental Auditions
Pollard Hall, rooms 127 and 304
5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Welcome Walk
starting at Ball Circle
Be part of the ceremony where returning University of Mary Washington students welcome incoming students in celebration of the University’s long-standing tradition of community values and responsibility. |
