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WELCOME WEEKEND 2009
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Thursday, August 20, 2009
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New student Move-In |
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| 3:00pm 5:30pm 7:00pm |
5:30pm 6:30pm 10:00pm |
Transfer Student Open House
All transfer students are invited to attend a dinner, hosted by President Ramsey and Provost Willihnganz. This is a great way to connect with faculty, staff, and other transfer students, and learn more about what current students rate as their "Top 10 Things I Wish I'd Known as a Transfer Student." Set in one of the most unique venues overlooking the Ohio River, this night will twist your senses as you enjoy talents of local musicians and then the bizarre magic of Brian Brushwood. Explore the life of the World's Greatest boxer, Muhammad Ali, in an exciting scavenger hunt through the center. Get a taste of what Louisville has to offer. This is a night you cannot miss. Depart from the College of Business Circle starting at 6:45pm. Sponsored by SAB, Class Act Federal Credit Union, and FYI. Sponsored in part by SAB, Class Act Federal Credit Union, and FYI. |
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| 10:00pm | 12:00am |
Horses & Haunts at Churchill Downs See Churchill Downs as you've never seen it before in this unique ghost tour of this legendary Louisville landmark. Space is limited. Signups will be at the College of Business circle starting at 6:30pm. Bus departs College of Business Circle at 9:30pm. You may also drive and park at the Kentucky Derby Museum. |
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Friday, August 21, 2009
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| 10:00am | 2:00pm |
New Student Move-In |
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12:00pm
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1:00pm |
Coffee and Juice with the Dean Dean of Students Dr. Michael Mardis invites off-campus and residential students to join him and his staff for refreshments and conversation in the SAC by the bookstore.
Cardinal Covenant students will reunite prior to the start of classes for final pre-term preparations. All new Cardinal Covenant students are required to attend this celebration marking the start of their journey to graduation. This meeting will include a welcome from the Provost's Office, an opportunity to meet other CC students, and an important revisit of the CC agreement for 2008-09.
SOSer Reunions Reunite with your summer 2009 Student Orientation Staffer and get to know more students in your program.
Join your CAPS Leader for lunch and meet campus mentors including REACH Peer Ambassadors, C.O.N.E.C.T. Mentors, A&S Peer Advisors, First Year Guides, Peer Health Advocates, and PEACC. |
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Playfair (Students Only) Always a favorite - meet current and other new students in this one-of-a-kind get-to-know-you activity. |
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| 1:15pm | 2:45pm |
The Hokey Pokey of College Parenting - When to Step in and When to Step Out (Parents Only) Feeling all turned around? Establishing parental boundaries and expectations is very important as students make the transition from high school to college, but there's an informational and cultural gap between the parent role in high school versus college. We will provide important tips and information to assist you in understanding this shift by discussing scenarios that reflect real student experiences. |
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3:00pm | 4:00pm |
Unit Open Houses Meet faculty and staff associated with your intended area of study.
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4:00pm 4:30pm |
4:30pm 5:30pm |
Enter at your leisure to hear this jazz trio from our School of Music Greetings from President Ramsey, Provost Willihnganz and SGA President OJ Oleka, and the CAPS Ceremony. |
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5:30pm |
7:00pm |
Mix and mingle with alumni from your area of academic interest while you enjoy dinner, music and games. |
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7:00pm |
8:30pm |
Take this opportunity to meet President Ramsey as well as faculty members from across campus. |
8:00pm |
9:30pm |
Get to know your CONECT Peer Mentor, Society of Porter Scholars Board members as well as faculty and staff who want to serve as resources to help you transition to UofL. |
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8:30pm |
9:30pm |
Enjoy good music and great conversation over shakes and smoothies with current and new students. |
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9:30pm |
Bring your blanket and some friends to watch "Twilight" in the fresh evening air. |
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Saturday, August 22, 2009
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| 10:00am | 11:45am |
Pancake Brunch Join us for a great breakfast! |
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12:00am | 2:00pm |
"American Pie" A student favorite every year, this interactive event will introduce you to the diverse community at UofL and teach you how to get the most out of it! |
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6:00pm |
Louisville is now YOUR community! Learn more about local Louisville by participating in our annual Welcome Weekend community service event: SOUL (Student Outreach Uniting Louisville). Not only will you learn about our community needs, but you will also work alongside faculty, staff and students who share a passion for community outreach! Pre-registration is available as space is limited. Check out the list of volunteer sites and then register online. |
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4:00pm 7:00p |
Get to know the Parking Office staff and enter a drawing for several prizes including a 2009 Purple Parking Permit! |
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| 7:00pm | 8:30pm |
Annual Ticket Swap and Spirit Fest An opportunity for Cardinal fans to share in their passion for UofL athletics while meeting new people, hearing from UofL athletes and coaches and receiving information on all varsity sports and spirit initiatives. All studnets will have the opportunity to take part in games and win prizes. Season ticket holders will be able to pick up their tickets and have the opportunity to "swap them out" in order to sit closer to new friends and classmates.
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Cards Under the Stars Party with your fellow Cards under the stars: Laser Tag and other games, free snacks and ice cream, music and dancing. Don't miss out! |
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Sunday, August 23, 2009
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Discovery Walk by Campus Health Services Hit the trail any time during check in times. A 1.50 mile walk on the Cardinal Trail will acquaint you with campus and how you find your classrooms. Stop at stations along the way to pick up fabulous and essential freebies to fill up your CAPS stringpack. At the ends, grab lunch and snacks, watch a food prep demo, learn a yoga pose, get a massage and enter drawings for great prizes! |
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Includes dodgeball, open gym, fitness classes, and club demonstrations in the SAC Fitness Center. Sand volleyball (Threkeld Hall lawn) and game room (SAC 3rd Floor by the escalators). |
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8:00pm |
National Pan-Hellenic Council welcomes all new students into our campus community and invite all parents and students to come and meet UofL faculty, staff and students.
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Blue Light Special Required program for on-campu students. Meet on your floor to compete with your First Year Guide and hallmates as you test your knowledge about campus safety at UofL. Commuter students meet in the Stevenson Hall lobby to participate.
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Helping students develop, be successful,
and reach their goals of earning a quality education
and a valuable undergraduate degree.
