New Student Orientation
2013
DATES AND DEADLINES June 13-26
Selection of required First-Year University Writing Seminar through Sage
June 22
Private health insurance information must be reported or purchased through the university
Early July
Fall bill is mailed
Early July
Housing assignments are emailed
Early July
New Student book is mailed
July 10-16
Course registration for new undergraduates
August 2
Health forms with immunization information are due
August 9
Fall bill is due
August 15
Registration for classes on Sage reopens for fall 2013
August 23
Preorientation participants arrive
August 25
Opening Sunday: all new students arrive
August 29
Classes begin
October 24-28
Fall Fest: Brandeis Family Weekend
Mid-November
Spring bill is mailed
December 21
Residence halls close at noon
January 3
Spring bill is due
January 12
Residence halls open
May 10
Residence halls close at noon
TABLE OF CONTENTS New Student Orientation and Dates
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Move-In Information
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Things to Pack
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Shipping Instructions
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Library and Technology Services
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Student Service Bureau
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Accommodations, Transportation and Shopping
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Bookstore and Banks
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Preorientation Program (Social Justice)
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Preorientation Programs (Int’l/TYP/SSSP)
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First-Year Experience Course
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Volunteer Fest 2013
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Residing on Campus
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Community Living
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What Is Sage?
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Academic Services
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On-Campus Employment
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Driving Directions to Campus
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New Student Orientation Campus Pass
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Orientation Finale: Museum of Science
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Outside Back Cover: Helpful Phone Numbers/ Orientation Contact Information
New Student Orientation
New Student Orientation at Brandeis University is unique because it is created by students for students. A small group of under-
graduates, the Orientation Core Committee, is selected through a competitive application process to create, plan and implement Orientation for all incoming students. The Department of Orientation staff and other community members supervise and advise the Orientation Core Committee to create an unbelievable Orientation experience just for you! From the moment you arrive on campus, our vibrant student leaders and friendly staff members will welcome you into the Brandeis community. The first people you see will be the 120 volunteer Orientation Leaders, one of whom will serve as a guide, 1
resource and mentor to you throughout your Orientation days and beyond. If you are living on campus, you will also meet your Community Adviser, a returning student who lives in your residence hall. Orientation is a weeklong series of informative and educational programs, sessions and events that will help ease your transition to life at Brandeis. You will begin to understand what it means to be a Brandeisian by learning about the university’s history, the resources available to assist you and the intelligent faculty members you will work with. And even though Orientation will come to an end, your Orientation Leader (OL), your Community Adviser (CA), staff members and faculty members will be here for you whenever you need us.
ORIENTATION DATES On your designated move-in day, you will pick up your Orientation materials and room key (if you are living on campus) and move directly into your assigned room. FRIDAY, AUGUST 23, 2013
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International Students: Move-in from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.; check-in, Shapiro Campus Center Atrium
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Transitional Year Program Students and Student Support Services Program Students (invitation only): Move-in from 9:00 a.m. to noon; check-in, Shapiro Campus Center Atrium
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Social Justice Preorientation Participants: Move-in from 9:00 a.m. to noon; check-in, Shapiro Campus Center Atrium
SUNDAY, AUGUST 25, 2013
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First-Year Students: Move-in from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Please refer to your housing assignment email for your specific predesignated arrival time.
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Transfer Students and Commuter Students: You can arrive anytime between 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. and check in at the Shapiro Admissions Building.
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MOVE-IN INFORMATION When you arrive on campus, you will be welcomed by a group of enthusiastic Orientation Leaders. The Orientation Core Committee and the Brandeis staff want to make sure your move-in experience is a memorable one. All first-year students living on campus will move into the residence halls on Sunday, August 25 between 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. (unless you are participating in a Preorientation program). You will move into your residence hall based on your preassigned arrival time. Please refer to your housing assignment email for your specific predesignated arrival time. If you have any questions about housing, please contact the Department of Community Living at 781-736-5060 or email dcl@brandeis.edu. All transfer students living on campus will move into the residence halls on Sunday, August 25 between 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. (unless you are participating in a Preorientation program). Upon arrival to campus, please go to the Shapiro Admissions Building to pick up your room key and Orientation materials. After you have checked in, you will go directly to your residence hall to move in. You will receive a “Transfer Student Parking Pass” via email in August; please display the parking pass on your windshield. If you have any questions about housing, please contact the Department of Community Living at 781-736-5060 or email dcl@brandeis.edu.
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All commuter students should plan to arrive on Sunday, August 25 by 1:00 p.m. and check in at the Shapiro Admissions Building to pick up your Orientation materials. There will be programming for all new students and their families throughout Opening Sunday.
Parking on Campus Only one car per student will be allowed on campus when you arrive. Please have the parking pass visible on your windshield.
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If you plan to bring a secondary car, the secondary car should go directly to an off-site parking lot (J Lot). A shuttle will bring passengers and additional belongings back to the main campus. There will be signs from campus directing you to J Lot.
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U-Hauls, trailers or moving company trucks are not permitted.
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Orientation Leaders will be available to answer your questions and will distribute your Orientation materials to you while you wait to move into your residence hall.
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Orientation Leaders will be available to unload your belongings. Once they are done, you will be directed to an off-site parking lot (J Lot).
Shuttles Free shuttles will be available on Opening Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. for your use around campus. All shuttles are handicapped-accessible. Accessibility on Campus The Department of Orientation staff will provide assistance to anyone with special needs. If you or someone in your family has special needs, please contact the Department of Orientation at 781-736-5074 or email orientation@ brandeis.edu to make arrangements prior to your arrival.
TRANSFER STUDENT ORIENTATION PROGRAM Transfer students are strongly encouraged to participate in all Orientation events. Though you may have already participated in a new student orientation at a previous institution, our Orientation highlights all aspects of the Brandeis community — its resources, staff members and fellow students — that are important for you to know. There are also transfer-student-only programs during Orientation, such as:
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A luncheon with staff members and peers
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A session on transferring credits to Brandeis
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A social event for transfer students only
You will be assigned an Orientation Leader and will be with a group of other transfer students, but you will also interact often with other members of the Brandeis community. If you have questions about transfer orientation, please email orientation@brandeis.edu.
OFF-CAMPUS RESIDENT INFORMATION There are resources available to off-campus residents to ease their transition to Brandeis. On-campus services include: Commuter Lounge: The Commuter Lounge is in the Shapiro Campus Center, providing Brandeis commuter students with a place on campus to hang out during downtime. The lounge serves as a quiet space where you can retreat, rest and reenergize for the remainder of the day. Commuter Lockers: Off-campus residents may keep their books and personal belongings in a locker provided by the university. Lockers are dispersed on the second and third floors of the Shapiro Campus Center. For information and access to the lounge and lockers, inquire at the information booth in the atrium of the Shapiro Campus Center or the Department of Student Activities.
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THINGS TO PACK “The Essentials” You should definitely make sure that you bring the following with you when you move in:
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Alarm clock
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Bath towels, hand towels, wash cloths
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Clothes (and remember to pack for New England. … You never know what the weather will be!)
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Clothes hangers
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Comforter/blanket, extra-long twin sheets (standard twin size will not fit)
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Desk lamp with compact fluorescent light bulb
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Dry-erase/bulletin board
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Flip-flops (for the shower)
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Laptop computer security to lock your computer in your room
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Laundry bag/basket, detergent, dryer sheets
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Pillows/pillow cases
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Quarters for laundry ($1.00 each wash/$1.00 each dry) *WhoCash can also be used in place of quarters
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School supplies (backpack, pens, notebooks, binders)
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Small trash can
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Toiletries
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UL-approved power strips (surge protectors)
“What’s Already There?” The university will provide you with your own: →→
Desk and chair
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Bed frame and mattress
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Closet storage space
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Wireless Internet
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Overhead light
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Television cable jack (please refer to the Library and Technology Services website for the latest update on television service: lts.brandeis.edu/techresources/ telecom)
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Mixed paper and plastic recycling receptacles
“The Extras”
“What NOT to Bring”
You may want to consider some of the following items as well:
Do NOT bring any of the following items with you:
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Bicycle and bike lock
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Alcohol or illegal drugs
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Fan
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Animals/pets
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Candles
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Headphones
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Coffee makers
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Iron and small ironing board
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Extension cords
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Small toolkit
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Firearms or weapons Halogen lamps
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TV
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Hot plates, toasters or other appliances with open coils
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Incense
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Nails or tacks for decorations
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Space heaters
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SHIPPING INSTRUCTIONS If you are planning to ship some of your belongings, please note that Brandeis will accept shipped items in the Epstein Service Center from August 1-25. Packages will not be accepted before August 1. Please use the following address to ship items to campus: (Your Name - Residence Hall) Brandeis University Facilities Center Epstein Service Center 515 South Street, MS 025 Waltham, MA 02454-9110 USA
Labeling Boxes Label each piece clearly with your name and residence hall. Make sure to ship your items one to two weeks before arriving, as late August is a busy time for many carriers. Shipping Companies There are many companies that can ship your items to Brandeis. Check the local Yellow Pages for carriers in your area. Be sure to check with your carrier before packing your items, as restrictions on size and weight often apply. We recommend that you tag your items with two address tags: one on the outside and one on the inside. We also recommend purchasing insurance on the items.
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Claiming Packages You may pick up packages on Friday, August 23 and Sunday, August 25 between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Due to the high volume of traffic during move-in, please keep in mind the following:
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Each student is permitted to have one car on campus once during Opening Sunday.
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No U-Hauls or moving companies permitted.
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We recommend that you either make use of the campus shuttle to transport packages or pick up the packages before you come onto campus.
For more information on shipping and package collection, please call Brandeis Facilities Services at 781-736-4385, Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. EDT.
LTS: Library and Technology Services BEFORE YOU LEAVE HOME:
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Open a Brandeis email account at go.brandeis.edu/accounts. You’ll need one to register for classes. Your account will be active within 24 hours of signing up.
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If you bring a computer, we suggest a laptop — check out Brandeis discounts at go.brandeis.edu/computer-purchase. Either Mac or PC is OK. If you bring a desktop, make sure to get a wireless card, available at the Brandeis Bookstore.
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Don’t buy antivirus software — we’ll provide it when you arrive. You may want to buy Microsoft Office, as it is not provided.
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Bring a cellphone. All major cellphone carriers are available on campus.
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Pack a few key items to save headaches later:
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All the CDs that came with your computer, especially operating system disks
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An external hard drive for backing up your data
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A 25-foot coax cable if you’re bringing a cable-ready TV
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A USB cable for your printer; public printing is available in the library for a fee
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A surge protector (not a power strip)
Questions about any of the above, or other technical questions? Visit us online at lts.brandeis.edu, call the Help Desk at 781-736-HELP, or come see us at the library.
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AFTER YOU ARRIVE ON CAMPUS:
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Need help? LTS staff members are friendly and approachable and here to help with any questions you have, large or small. Visit the Technology Help Desk, Information and Borrowing Desk or the Research Help Desk at the library, or use our online forms at lts.brandeis.edu.
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In addition to email, your user name and password combination enables access to the many online library resources offering articles, ebooks and other research materials. It also provides access to your course materials in LATTE and to course registration and grades in Sage.
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Your Brandeis ID is your library card, enabling you to check out books and equipment, and to check your library account online. Put WhoCash on your card for printing and other easy payment options around campus.
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Looking for a place to study? The library is a great place to work and access materials and equipment. It offers a variety of study seating options, designated quiet areas and group study rooms. It is open until 2:00 a.m. five nights per week during the semester and 24/7 during final exams. You can also enjoy the cafe!
STUDENT SERVICE BUREAU The Student Service Bureau (SSB) is a student-run business with a mission to provide convenience for Brandeis students and staff through a variety of services. Located in the Game Room in the Usdan Student Center, the SSB is easily accessible and open seven days a week. For more information or to register for any of the following services, please visit www.brandeis.edu/activities/ssb.html.
Linens Program If you’re having a hard time finding the extra-long sheets for your residence hall room, the linens program can help. We offer packages that include pillows and pillowcases, sheets and bedding, comforters and more for a reasonable price. MicroFridge Rentals Need a convenient way to get a fridge and microwave for your room? Rent this great two-in-one! College Welcome Packages We work with On Campus Marketing (OCM) to offer many care packages that can be ordered throughout the year. You can send a Welcome Package at the beginning of the year, a survival package at Finals or a package specially made for holiday celebrations! You can choose just one package to send or book now for the entire academic year. Look in your mail for order forms from OCM by mid-July! Laundry Service and Dry Cleaning The SSB has teamed up with E&R: The Campus Laundry to offer great laundry service. You can buy laundry service packages for a set price at the beginning of the year. SSB does the drop-off and pickup! Visit TheCampusLaundry.com and use password DO92 (capital “D,” capital “O,” number 9, number 2) for more information. Collegeboxes Storage As the official summer storage partner of the Student Service Bureau, Collegeboxes is the perfect solution for students who need to ship or store their belongings when they leave for the summer. Collegeboxes is the largest collegiate-focused shipping and storage provider in the country, serving more than 50 colleges and universities nationwide. We understand that the end of the academic year is always stressful, so let Collegeboxes make your move-out a little easier. Student Service Bureau Brandeis University 415 South Street, MS 217 Waltham, MA 02453-2728 Phone: 781-736-3766 Fax: 781-736-3564 ssb@brandeis.edu
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ACCOMMODATIONS The two hotels listed below have rooms blocked at a special rate for Brandeis Orientation 2013. Be sure to mention “Brandeis Orientation� when calling to reserve a room. You must reserve your room by July 26, 2013, to receive the discounted rate. If you prefer another hotel, there are several hotels in the Waltham area. Boston Marriott, Newton $145/night 2345 Commonwealth Avenue Newton, MA 02466 617-969-1000 Embassy Suites $145/night 550 Winter Street Waltham, MA 02451 781-890-6767
TRANSPORTATION If you need transportation from Logan International Airport to Brandeis University, you may want to contact The Airporter (781-899-6161) or Able Cab (781-893-9141) for reservations and fare information. 11
The commuter rail will get you to and from Boston to Brandeis. The commuter railway stop at Brandeis is called Brandeis-Roberts and is located on the Fitchburg line that departs from North Station in Boston. For the most up-to-date information and schedule, please visit www.mbta.com.
SHOPPING There are plenty of stores within Waltham and the surrounding areas to take care of last-minute purchases. The malls listed below are all a quick 20-minute drive from campus. Detailed driving directions are available on their websites. Burlington Mall / Burlington, Mass. Natick Collection / Natick, Mass. Arsenal Mall / Watertown, Mass. Watertown Mall / Watertown, Mass.
BRANDEIS BOOKSTORE Save money on textbooks and simplify your move-in by purchasing or renting your textbooks through the Brandeis Bookstore’s website — www.brandeis.bncollege.com. Students who purchase their books through the bookstore’s website get first dibs on used books — saving 25 percent off the list price. Since we work directly with professors, you’ll be sure to have the right books for your classes. Many of our textbooks are also available for rent and in digital format. Renting saves more than 50 percent off the cost of a new textbook, and digital also offers significant savings. All of your options are listed with each textbook on the bookstore’s website. We recommend choosing in-store pickup for several reasons. In-store pickup orders are pulled when our used book inventory is at its highest, which will result in more used books for your order. Students will also save money by avoiding shipping costs, and move-in is simplified because your books are already here. These textbooks will be available for pickup in room 315 of the Shapiro Campus Center starting on Opening Sunday and through the first week of classes (available the same hours as the bookstore is open). After this week, they will be available for pickup in the bookstore.
BANKS On Friday, August 23 and Sunday, August 25, representatives from Bank of America, Citizens Bank and Sovereign Bank will be available to assist you in opening a bank account. International students can open an account with a passport and a Brandeis student ID.
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SOCIAL JUSTICE PREORIENTATION PROGRAM All students may apply for the Social Justice Preorientation Program, with the exception of those participating in the International Student Orientation, Transitional Year Program or Student Support Services Program because of time conflicts. Please note that space is limited to 25 participants. The Social Justice Preorientation Program will begin on Friday, August 23 at noon and continue through Saturday, August 24. Through hands-on volunteer work, small group discussions and personal and group reflection, we hope to inspire you and instill the importance of being a good citizen. In addition, we hope to ignite your fire to enthusiastically engage as an active citizen as you begin to define yourself as a student leader both on and off campus as you make the Brandeis and Waltham communities your new home. Program Topics Include:
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Diversity
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Inclusion
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Community building
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Community service (off campus, Saturday afternoon)
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Critical thinking
Application Details To apply to the Social Justice Preorientation Program, please answer the questions below through any expression that you choose (drawing, writing, video, etc.): 1) What does social justice mean to you? And ONE of the following: 2a) How will this opportunity impact your Brandeis experience? 2b) How do you define community? How will you make a difference in your community at Brandeis University? All submissions must be emailed or postmarked by Monday, July 1, 2013. You can submit your responses or send us a link to an online site (such as YouTube) via email to orientation@brandeis.edu or mail it to: Department of Orientation 415 South Street, MS 203 Waltham, MA 02453-2728
PREORIENTATION PROGRAMS The following programs are through invitation only. If you are eligible for any of these programs, you will be contacted directly. International Student Program International students must arrive at Brandeis on Friday, August 23, 2013, before 2:00 p.m. The International Student Orientation Program includes a series of workshops and activities specifically designed to address international student concerns, including academics and visa regulations as well as adjustment to living in a new environment. There are social events that create a fun and relaxing atmosphere where international students will get to know their peers and other members of the community. To learn more about the International Students and Scholars Office (ISSO), visit www.brandeis.edu/ acserv/isso or email isso@brandeis.edu.
Transitional Year Program (TYP) The 20 students admitted to Brandeis through the TYP must arrive on campus for this Preorientation Program between 9:00 a.m. and noon on Friday, August 23, 2013. The preorientation experience serves as an opportunity for the students in the program to receive specialized academic advising and reflect on their common strengths and talents. Program alumni and instructors, as well as members of the campus faculty and staff, provide students with helpful information, advice and presentations in preparation for beginning a successful academic career at Brandeis. For more information about the TYP or its Preorientation Program, visit go.brandeis.edu/typ or email typ@brandeis.edu.
Student Support Services Program (SSSP) SSSP is a small, community-oriented program within the Office of Academic Services. SSSP is federally funded by a TRiO grant aimed at supporting students who are the first in their families to attend college and students who have overcome financial or other significant barriers to attend a postsecondary education institution. SSSP provides customized and cutting-edge academic support, guidance in career planning, graduate school preparation, peer mentoring, peer tutoring, a semester-long Learning Community, and cultural and academic trips. Approximately 35 to 40 students enroll and become members each year. The Preorientation Program is a time for students to build community and learn about SSSP services. To find out more about the program, contact Gerardo Garcia-Rios, director, or visit www.brandeis.edu/acserv/sssp.
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FIRST-YEAR EXPERIENCE COURSE The Department of Community Living coordinates the course PE 44a First-Year Experience: Spirit, Mind and Body. It is listed under the Physical Education courses section in the University Bulletin. This course counts toward one of the two PE General Education Requirements and helps students gain:
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Skills for academic success
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Awareness of personal health, safety and values
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Self-exploration and critical thinking abilities
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Connection to the university, its resources, faculty, staff and peers
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Engagement in the community through involvement and service
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Interpersonal, time and stress management skills
Space is limited so register as soon as possible. Contact the Department of Community Living at dcl@brandeis.edu for questions or further information.
TESTIMONIALS:
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“The diverse range of topics that we covered in our weekly discussions was extremely helpful in building my character and communication skills.”
“I really got a lot out of FYE. The class introduced me to many of the resources available on campus and helped me transition into college life. It was a great opportunity to improve my interpersonal skills and meet new people.“
VOLUNTEER FEST 2013 Be part of something truly special at Brandeis — Volunteer Fest! For the fourth consecutive year, the Departments of Community Service and Orientation are partnering to create an opportunity for students to engage in service throughout the greater Waltham community and leave a lasting impact on themselves and our neighbors. Join us this year for another afternoon of service followed by engaging dialogue, reflections, food and freebies! Participants will partner with upperclass students, faculty and staff to address community needs such as environmental sustainability, youth empowerment, poverty and education. Space is limited, so please contact Bethany Adam at badam@brandeis.edu to reserve your spot and receive information about how to get involved with Volunteer Fest 2013, and be sure to check the Orientation website at www.brandeis.edu/orientation for Volunteer Fest updates. Community Service at Brandeis is engraved into our core and mission. Check out the Department of Community Service website at www.brandeis.edu/ communityservice to see what programs are available during the year. Service, friendships and civic engagement begin with you!
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RESIDING ON CAMPUS Most first-year students are assigned to double or lofted triple rooms in one of two residence quadrangles (quads), Massell Quad or North Quad.
Massell Quad Encircling Yakus Pond, Massell Quad consists of four residence halls: Shapiro, Usen, Deroy and Renfield. Students living in Massell have a variety of living options. The residence halls in Massell allow for both single and mixedgender floors. Overlooking Massell Quad is the Hassenfeld Conference Center, which houses Sherman Dining Hall and The Stein. Massell is also close to the Shapiro Campus Center, which is accessible 24 hours a day to study and hang out. There is a lounge located in the Shapiro Residence Hall quad that is open 24 hours a day for students to relax, watch television or play foosball. It also offers an ideal location for study groups. Located directly behind Renfield Hall are the university chapels and Chapels Field, which is used for many outdoor quad and university functions, including intramural athletics.
North Quad Originally named Leon Court, North Quad comprises four buildings, Scheffres, Gordon, Reitman and Cable, that surround a tranquil courtyard. Reitman and Cable have single-gender floors; Scheffres and Gordon have mixed-gender floors. 17
North Quad is located next to the Mandel Academic Quad and the Kutz Administrative Building, which houses the university Registrar, Campus Card Office, International Students and Scholars Office and a number of other student services. North Quad is only steps away from the Usdan Student Center, where you will find Usdan CafĂŠ and Boulevard as well as Student Financial Services, the Department of Community Living, the game room, the post office, the P.O.D. convenience store and much more. The Polaris Lounge, located between Gordon and Scheffres Halls, is open 24 hours a day and provides an excellent place for group or quiet study, games of foosball and quad-wide events.
COMMUNITY LIVING Community Advisers All incoming students who reside on campus will have a Community Adviser (CA). These students live in the residence halls and serve as mentors, leaders and resources throughout the school year. Community Advisers can assist you with getting around campus, solving roommate conflicts, handling homesickness and other personal concerns. In addition, there is a Community Adviser on duty in each quad every night in case of emergencies.
Community Development Coordinator In addition to CAs, the Community Development Coordinator (CDC) — a full-time, master’s-level professional staff member — manages the residential experience for students, assisting with everything from facilities concerns to roommate mediation and program development. The Community Development Coordinator holds regular office hours within the quad and can be reached through the Department of Community Living in the Usdan Student Center. Roommates You will live with your roommate(s) for at least one semester, so it’s important for all roommates to understand one another’s lifestyle. Your CA will meet with you and your roommate(s) at the start of the semester to complete a roommate agreement, which will allow you to establish the ground rules for your room and for living together. Safety and Fire Policies All residence hall rooms and suites come equipped with smoke detectors. These act as an early warning system designed to signal a life-threatening situation — not just to the residents of that room or suite, but to the entire building. Therefore, they should not be tampered with. All quads are smokefree, and a confirmed fire-safety violation in a residence hall will result in a $150 fine. First-year and sophomore quads are alcohol-free. For more information regarding policies, visit www.brandeis.edu/studentlife/srcs. Insurance While your family’s homeowners’ insurance may cover some loss or damage to property, you may want to explore the insurance option offered by National Student Services Inc. The university cannot take responsibility for loss or damage to an individual’s personal property. Policies from National Student Services cover student property at school and home or a personally owned vehicle. Brandeis has no financial relationship with this company. This information is provided as a service to our students and their families. Visit www.nssi.com for more information.
WHAT IS SAGE? Sage (sage.brandeis.edu) is our online system that provides students, faculty and staff with access to academic and administrative information. Sage allows you to access your records, view and enroll in courses, see grades, order transcripts, monitor degree progress, view and pay charges and control your privacy settings with respect to the online directory.
Sage Proxy Accounts Sage Proxy accounts allow you to create an account that provides trusted third parties, usually your parent(s) or legal guardian(s), access to your Sage account. Sage Proxies will have online access to your account summary, and from there, they will have the ability to make payments or sign up for a monthly payment plan. Please note that Sage Proxy access is controlled by you, which means you may add or delete people as you wish. Brandeis assumes that we may speak to anyone who has been granted proxy access to your account.
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To create a Sage Proxy account, you can go to sage.brandeis.edu. Once logged in, select the “Add/Delete Proxy” link in the Personal Information section. Please contact the Office of Student Financial Services at 781-736-3700 or sfs@brandeis.edu if you have any questions about Sage Proxy access.
Sage Community Crisis Information Sage is one way for you to enter personal emergency notification information. To enter your contact information, log in to Sage and click on “Crisis Contact Information in the “Personal Information” section of the Student Center. For a broader context and description of the entire emergency preparedness program, go to www.brandeis.edu/emergency-prepare/index.html. The emergency notification system at Brandeis utilizes the latest in technology. During an actual campuswide emergency, Brandeis will use sirens, campus telephones, Brandeis email, the Brandeis website and plasma displays in public to provide emergency instructions to the entire Brandeis community. It is strongly recommended that you register your personal telephone number and personal email address to receive emergency instructions via cellphone and SMS text message as well. You also have the option to enter permanent home contact information if you wish for your family to be notified in a campuswide emergency. This is under the “Emergency Contact” link in the “Personal Information” section of the Student Center.
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Class Advisers Each student is an important member of our community, and we want your Brandeis experience to be successful. The Office of Academic Services provides advising and support for every stage of your academic career — from the first time you register for classes through graduation. We offer a space to talk with an adviser one-on-one and discuss your individual concerns and questions. Our advisers can help you develop meaningful educational plans that allow you to learn, explore and make the most of academic opportunities at Brandeis. You can use the list below to find the name and contact information of your adviser in Academic Services. We look forward to speaking with you! To schedule an appointment, call 781-736-3470. ADVISER CONTACT INFORMATION
Lisa Hardej (lhardej@brandeis.edu)
Last names beginning A to E
Katie McFaddin (kmcfaddi@brandeis.edu)
Last names beginning F to K
David Gruber (dgruber@brandeis.edu)
Last names beginning L to Q
Julia Moffitt (jmoffitt@brandeis.edu)
Last names beginning R to V
Brian Koslowski (bkoslow@brandeis.edu)
All international students and U.S. students with last names beginning W to Z
Lerman-Neubauer Scholars and MLK Scholars should contact Misty Huacuja-LaPointe (mistyhl@brandeis.edu). Transitional Year Program Scholars should contact Erika Smith (esmith@brandeis.edu). Student Support Services Program Scholars should contact their SSSP adviser; Gerardo Garcia-Rios (grios@brandeis.edu), Elena Lewis (ewilson@brandeis.edu), or Alessandra Monteiro (aveiga@brandeis.edu). The Office of Academic Services can also help you study abroad, pursue academic fellowships, access support for disabilities, prepare for a prehealth career or connect with support and services for international students.
Roosevelt Fellows The Roosevelt Fellows are upperclass peer mentors who can assist you with questions about academics and life at Brandeis. The Fellows offer one-on-one advising as well as group events. During the academic year, the Fellows hold drop-in hours weekdays from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the Office of Academic Services, Usdan 130. Feel free to contact your Roosevelt Fellow with any questions: go.brandeis.edu/rooseveltfellows
Brandeis Undergraduate Group Study (BUGS) BUGS provides free peer group study for more than 60 courses. Review course material and prep for exams with knowledgeable and experienced peer leaders who have already taken the class: brandeis.edu/acserv/bugs.
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ON-CAMPUS EMPLOYMENT The Office of Student Financial Services coordinates all hourly on-campus student employment and maintains an up-to-date listing of all available on- and off-campus job opportunities for students. Please visit www.brandeis. edu/offices/sfs for all the information you need about obtaining an on-campus job, completing the necessary forms and student employment policies and procedures. All students who intend to secure a job on campus will be required to present identification to the Office of Student Financial Services that satisfies the requirements of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. You must submit Form I-9 (Employer Eligibility Verification) prior to beginning work. You will be required to show one document from List A or one document from both List B and List C. You cannot begin work if you do not bring these documents to campus with you!
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LIST A
LIST B
LIST C
U.S. passport or U.S. passport card (unexpired)
U.S. military card
Original Social Security card
Unexpired foreign passport with I-551 stamp or attached INS Form I-94 indicating unexpired employment authorization
State-issued driver’s license or ID card with photo or identifying information
Original birth certificate with seal or certification
Alien registration receipt card or permanent resident card (INS Form I-551)
University ID card with photo
Unexpired DHS employment authorization document
This is a partial list of acceptable documents. This list does not include all documentation needed by international students on a nonimmigrant visa. Please note that students who have been awarded a Federal Work-Study or University Employment allotment as part of their financial aid package have priority for campus jobs until October 1. Students who were not awarded these funds are ineligible for employment until after this date. If you have not yet filed an application for financial aid and would like to do so, please visit www.brandeis.edu/offices/sfs/finaid/apply.html for more information. Please feel free to contact the Office of Student Financial Services at 781-736-3700 or sfs@brandeis.edu with any questions or concerns regarding the above information or visit www.brandeis.edu/offices/sfs.
DRIVING DIRECTIONS TO CAMPUS From the Massachusetts Turnpike (Interstate 90 Eastbound) Take exit 14 for I-95/Rt 128. After the tollbooth, keep left for 95/128 North. While on the ramp, exit immediately onto exit 24 for Route 30. Turn left at the light onto Route 30. Turn right at the next traffic light. This is South Street, and Brandeis is two miles ahead on the left. From the Massachusetts Turnpike (Interstate 90 Westbound) Take exit 15 for I-95/Rt 128 and Route 30. After the tollbooth proceed straight toward Route 30. Turn right at the end of the ramp, and then right again at the first traffic light on Route 30. Turn left at next traffic light. This is South Street, and Brandeis is two miles ahead on the left. From I-95/Route 128 Northbound Take exit 24 for Route 30. Route 30 is one of several options at this exit, so follow signs carefully. Turn left at the light onto Route 30. Turn right at the next traffic light. This is South Street, and Brandeis is two miles ahead on the left. From I-95/Route 128 Southbound Take exit 24 for Route 30. At end of the ramp, proceed through the light (across Route 30). This is South Street, and Brandeis is two miles ahead on the left. 22
BRANDEIS UNIVERSITY New Student Orientation Campus Pass Only one car per family will be admitted on campus ONCE with 23
this parking pass. After the pass is collected, you may park where directed. However, you cannot Note: No U-Hauls or moving companies are permitted.
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leave and re-enter campus.
Orientation Finale:
A NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM OF SCIENCE SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2013 8:30-11:30 p.m.
Join us for a night to remember as you explore Boston’s Museum of Science! This private event will be held in the museum’s Blue Wing, which encloses three levels of galleries wrapped around a towering central atrium. Come dance the night away and take in Boston’s beautiful skyline, all while a 45-foot-long T-Rex lurks in one corner and an Apollo module floats overhead. Buses will leave campus at 7:30 p.m. and return around midnight. This event is FREE to all new students. If you have any questions, please contact the Department of Orientation at 781-736-5074 or orientation@brandeis.edu.
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Helpful Phone Numbers Academic Services .................................................................................. 781-736-3470 Athletics ...................................................................................................... 781-736-3630 Brandeis Bookstore .................................................................................. 781-736-4272 Chaplaincy.................................................................................................... 781-736-3570 Community Living .................................................................................... 781-736-5060 Community Service .................................................................................. 781-736-3237 Dean of Student Life ............................................................................... 781-736-3600 Dining Services ......................................................................................... 781-736-4330 Disabilities Services ................................................................................ 781-736-3470 Health Services .......................................................................................... 781-736-3677 Hiatt Career Center .................................................................................. 781-736-3618 Intercultural Center ................................................................................. 781-736-8580 International Students and Scholars Office ................................... 781-736-3480 Library and Technology Services ........................................................ 781-736-7777 Parents Program/Fund .......................................................................... 781-736-4060 Psychological Counseling Center ....................................................... 781-736-3730 Public Safety .............................................................................................. 781-736-5000 Registrar ....................................................................................................... 781-736-2010 Student Activities .................................................................................... 781-736-5065 Student Financial Services ................................................................... 781-736-3700 Student Rights and Community Standards .................................... 781-736-5070 Student Service Bureau .......................................................................... 781-736-3766 Student Support Services Program (SSSP) .................................... 781-736-3470 Transitional Year Program ..................................................................... 781-736-3564 UNet Computer Help Desk .................................................... 781-736-UNET (8638)
Please visit www.brandeis.edu for additional department information.
Contact Information for Orientation If you have any questions or concerns about Orientation, please do not hesitate to contact the Department of Orientation. BRANDEIS UNIVERSITY New Student Orientation 2013 415 South Street, MS 203 Waltham, MA 02453-2728
Phone: 781-736-5074 Email: orientation@brandeis.edu www.brandeis.edu/orientation