| Thursday, August 28, 2008 |
Time |
Event |
|
| 3:00 - 3:45pm |
Student Campus Welcome
Campus Welcome officially begins Orientation. The Chancellor and others will greet you and then
you’ll get into your Orientation groups. |
Kress Events Center |
| 4:00 - 6:30pm |
Small Groups
- "Welcome and Transitions" (w/ dinner)
During our initial meetings you will meet new friends and your co-facilitators. We’ll discuss some
of the differences you can expect between high school and college, and also what you hope to get out of your time at Orientation. |
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| 7:00 - 8:00pm |
Ice Cream Social - FREE |
University Union, Leona Cloud Commons |
| 8:00 - 9:00pm |
Comedy City
Comedy Improv group with audience participation. |
Union's Phoenix
Rooms |
| 9:30pm |
Residence Hall Meetings
Freshmen living on campus must attend a hall meeting at this time. Meet your Resident Assistant and neighbors; learn information about housing policies and services. Find out about exciting campus life activities. |
Housing
|
| Friday,
August 29, 2008 |
Time |
Event |
|
| 7:45 - 9:00am |
Hot Breakfast - FREE
Come to breakfast, meet up with groups. Get ready for today’s activities. |
Union's Leona Cloud Commons |
| 9:15 - 11:15am |
Sex Signals
Blending a unique combination of improvisational comedy, education, and audience participation,
SEX SIGNALS provides a provocative look at the issues of dating, sex, and ultimately, acquaintance
rape on college campuses. The two-person show explores how mixed messages, gender role stereotypes,
and unrealistic fantasies contribute to misunderstandings. |
Union's Phoenix
Rooms |
| 11:15am - 12:15pm |
Lunch - Dining Points or cash |
University Union, Leona Cloud Commons, Phoenix Club |
| 12:30 - 1:30pm |
What are college lectures really like?
Faculty will introduce you to the classroom environment on a college campus – with a few twists. |
Theatre Hall |
| 1:45 - 4:00pm |
Small Groups "Academic Issues"
This session addresses issues of the classroom such as academic/classroom expectations, studying and
taking exams, and plagiarism. You’ll also complete an online scavenger hunt of campus resources. Get
some valuable insights on these issues from your co-facilitators so that you are prepared once classes begin. |
Classrooms |
| 4:30pm |
Variety Show Rehearsal and
Planning
Have some fun by participating in our traditional variety
show. We take all types of variety. |
Studio Arts 101 |
| 4:30 - 6:30pm |
Dinner |
University Union, Leona Cloud Commons, Phoenix Club |
| 8:00 - 11:00pm |
Casino Night/Karaoke/Club Games
Are you feeling lucky? Are you an American Idol? Here’s your chance! |
University Union |
| Saturday,
August 30, 2008 |
Time |
Event |
|
| 8:45 - 9:45am |
Breakfast |
Union's Leona
Cloud Commons |
| 9:30 - 12:30pm |
Concurrent Sessions – Sessions will run fifty minutes starting at 9:30. Each will run three times.
Time Management (MAC 103) - One of the biggest issues faced by new college students is managing their time and new-found freedoms. This
session provides you with advice on scheduling tips related to academic, work, and social events.
Effective Reading (MAC 105) - You will find that reading expectations are more extensive than they were in high school. In addition, you will be expected to incorporate this material into your class work and assignments. This session will provide advice on this important skill.
Note Taking (MAC 107) - The pace of a college classroom is different than high school and there is an added expectation that you are
responsible for some of the course material through work done outside of class. This session addresses the
issues of being an effective note taker.
Math and Science Tips (MAC 109) - Do you have “Math Phobia?” Then this session may be for you. Our faculty will address how you can better
deal with these quantitative subjects.
International Opportunities (MAC 111) - UWGB offers numerous study abroad and travel course opportunities. Hear about these and how you can take advantage of them by some of our faculty who have led these trips.
Relationship Dynamics (MAC 113) - Now that you’re in college you’ll be developing many new relationships on campus while managing old relationships with friends and family back home. In this session you'll discuss relationship dynamics you might anticipate with residence hall roommates, new romantic partners, romantic partners back home, parents, and professors.
Coming to Campus with a Heavy Heart (MAC 217) - Some new students come to campus having experienced the loss of a loved one. This session presents information about the experiences of grieving college students and offers strategies about how to cope with these stressful events.
Performing Arts Involvement for Students Not Majoring or
Minoring in the Arts (MAC 219) - Do you enjoy being involved in theater production, but wonder if you can participate since you’re not a theater major or minor? Come and learn what exciting opportunities exist for you either on-stage or behind-the-scenes. Also learn about “UWGB meets NYC,” the spring break travel course to New York City in which you’ll see several Broadway shows.
Green Bay Community (MAC 208) - The Student Ambassadors will share tips about the Green Bay community including where to shop, where to
eat, and the local entertainment.
Learning the Library Landscape (MAC 221) - This session will prepare you for the good grades you want. Learn what resources professors may require and
how to locate them...such as: books to support your research, online databases, scholarly journals, etc. Discover
the many ways that the staff can help.
|
MAC Hall |
| 12:00 - 3:00pm |
Cookout, Music, and a Dodgeball Tournament
Burgers for a buck. Music provided by a DJ. |
Kress Events Center |
| 1:00pm |
Variety Show Rehearsal
Those of you participating in the Variety Show, there will be a final rehearsal. |
University Union's Phoenix Rooms |
| 4:30 - 6:30am |
Dinner |
University Union, Leona Cloud Commons, Phoenix Club |
| 6:30 - 8:00pm |
Variety Show
The climax to our week. Come cheer for your fellow students (or better yet participate!). Win some prizes. |
University Union's
Phoenix Rooms |
| 8:00pm |
Film: "Iron Man" (outside) |
Campus Quad
Rain site: Christie Theatre |
