SCHEDULE of EVENTS Field Guide
WELCOME to SUMMER ORIENTATION SCHEDULE OF EVENTS — LEGEND
INTENDED FOR STUDENTS
INTENDED FOR GUESTS MEALS The $60 Summer Orientation fee covers: •
Light breakfast at Check-In
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Lunch at the The Food Court at Reber-Thomas
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Dinner at the Closing Rally * Student and guest name tags are required to enter the dining hall.
NEED HELP NAVIGATING CAMPUS?
For directions and information, stop by our Question Tent on the Academic Lawn, call the Hancock Welcome Center at (434) 582-2064, or tweet @LibertyUSAO.
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Schedule at a Glance
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Service Fair Event Checklist
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Enrollment Assistance Event Checklist
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Academic Open Houses Event Listings
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Important Numbers Address Book
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8 A.M.
SUMMER ORIENTATION CHECK-IN CENTER FOR MUSIC AND THE WORSHIP ARTS, LOBBY
Pick up your Summer Orientation packet. You can also drop off your Liberty Godparent Home contributions at their table and receive a special gift!
8:30–9:15 A.M.
WELCOME SESSION CENTER FOR MUSIC AND THE WORSHIP ARTS, CONCERT HALL
Learn how the academic, social, and spiritual sides of Liberty come together to create our Christ-focused environment. Hear from the dean of Admissions, the Office of Spiritual Development, and the director of the Student Advocate Office while you go over your day’s itinerary.
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9:30–10:30 A.M.
PARENT SESSION: PART 1 CENTER FOR MUSIC AND THE WORSHIP ARTS, CONCERT HALL
Hosted by the Parent and Family Connections Office, this session will discuss resources available to new students and their parents.
9:30–10:30 A.M.
STUDENT SESSION: PART 1 MONTVIEW STUDENT UNION, ALUMNI BALLROOM (3RD FLOOR)
Position yourself for success during this Live Well Liberty Session. Hear from on-campus leadership and learn about topics to improve all aspects of your health.
10:30 A.M.– NOON
COLLEGE OF APPLIED STUDIES & ACADEMIC SUCCESS (CASAS) MEET AND GREET DEMOSS HALL, ROOM 1100
Learn about the resources available for your academic success. For course schedule changes, professional advisors will be available during Enrollment Assistance.
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SEE PAGES 12–15.
10:30 A.M.– NOON
SERVICE FAIR ACADEMIC LAWN (JUNE 8 AND JUNE 11) OR MONTVIEW STUDENT UNION (JULY 23 AND JULY 30)
The Service Fair is your chance to learn more about departments and clubs that are here to help you succeed!
11–11:30 A.M.
COLLEGE OF GENERAL STUDIES BREAKOUT SESSION CENTER FOR NATURAL SCIENCES, ROOM 128
Hear from the College of General Studies about nonmajor-specific courses and their importance to your success at Liberty.
NOON– 1 P.M.
LUNCH THE FOOD COURT AT REBER-THOMAS
Name tag required for entry
Eat in our award-winning dining hall, The Food Court at Reber-Thomas.
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1:15–2:15 P.M.
PARENT SESSION: PART 2 CENTER FOR MUSIC AND THE WORSHIP ARTS, CONCERT HALL
This session includes topics related to a student’s physical, emotional, and spiritual health at Liberty. Hear from departments dedicated to meeting the needs of your student.
1:15–2:15 P.M.
STUDENT SESSION: PART 2 MONTVIEW STUDENT UNION, ALUMNI BALLROOM (3RD FLOOR)
Learn about the departments around campus that can help make your college career a success! SEE PAGES 16–21.
ENROLLMENT ASSISTANCE 2:15–4 P.M.
Meet with key departments to discuss your student account and enrollment status. Representatives will be available in various locations to give you personalized assistance.
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SEE PAGES 22–25.
2:15–4:30 P.M.
ACADEMIC OPEN HOUSES Visit your academic department and meet the instructors who will guide you in the pursuit of your degree. Buses run from Vines Center to Green Hall every 15 minutes. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
2:20–2:45 P.M.
BREAKOUT SESSION: CAREER CENTER CENTER FOR NATURAL SCIENCES, AUDITORIUM
Discover the difference career planning can make! Hear about the services and opportunities available to you, and learn how the Career Center can help you create a plan.
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2:30 P.M., 3 P.M.,
JERRY FALWELL LIBRARY TOURS
AND 3:30 P.M.
JERRY FALWELL LIBRARY, LOBBY
2:50–3:15 P.M.
BREAKOUT SESSION: FINANCIAL AID 101
These tours are filled on a first come, first served basis. Tours will begin at the information desk in the main atrium.
CENTER FOR NATURAL SCIENCES, AUDITORIUM
Bring your questions about Financial Aid or Federal Work Study to this session.
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3:30– 4:15 P.M.
SCHOOL FOCUS SESSIONS LOCATION VARIES BY SCHOOL
Each Summer Orientation date will emphasize different schools within Liberty, and each school will host a session about available degree programs. June 8: - School of Communication & Digital Content (Green Hall, Room 1026) - School of Heath Sciences (Center for Natural Sciences, Room 128) - School of Nursing (OB Theater) - School of Visual & Performing Arts (Green Hall, The Box Theater) June 11: - School of Behavioral Sciences (DeMoss Hall, Room 4152) - School of Business (Green Hall, Room 1315) - School of Music (Center for Music and the Worship Arts, Room 180)
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5–7 P.M.
CLOSING RALLY: COOKOUT & KICKBALL LIBERTY SOFTBALL STADIUM
Enjoy your choice of one hamburger or two hot dogs as you and your team compete for the Summer Orientation kickball title! Thank you for attending Summer Orientation — we can’t wait to see you in the fall!
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Ser vice
FAIR
Stop by and meet representatives from these departments on the Academic Lawn from 10:30 a.m.–noon.
Academic Success Center Army ROTC Career Center CASAS Center for Digital Wellness Center for Professional & Continuing Education Club Sports College of Osteopathic Medicine
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Community Life (Dean of Students) Commuter Student Life (Dean of Students) Dean of Students Debate Team Eagle Scholars Program Flames Club Graduate Student Life (Dean of Students) Hydaway Outdoor Recreation Center ID & Campus Services Interdisciplinary Studies Intramural Sports Information Technology Services Jerry Falwell Library
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Ser vice
FAIR Continued
Liberty Godparent Home Liberty University Barnes & Noble Bookstore Liberty University’s Online Programs/Online Student Life LU Send LU Serve New York City Fellowship Office of Disability & Academic Support Office of Institutional Equity & Inclusion Office of International Education & Internships
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Parent and Family Connections Office Postal Services Professional Advising School of Law Student Activities Student Advocate Office Student Counseling Services (Dean of Students) Technical Studies Title IX (Dean of Students) Voter Registration (Dean of Students) Washington Fellowship
To check out all of our student-led clubs and organizations, attend the Club Fair this fall and visit Liberty.edu/Clubs.
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Enrollment
ASSISTANCE Have your questions answered. Representatives will be available in various locations to give you personalized assistance.
Health Records
JERRY FALWELL LIBRARY
Verify that you meet health record standards. Learn about oncampus health care covered by the student health fee.
Financial Aid
JERRY FALWELL LIBRARY
Review your financial aid package. If you have questions or concerns, review what you qualify for.
Student Accounts
JERRY FALWELL LIBRARY
Meet with representatives from Student Accounts regarding Financial Check-In (FCI). If you haven’t already, complete FCI today!
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Resident Admissions
JERRY FALWELL LIBRARY
Meet the people who have helped you along the way and have your admission process questions answered.
CASAS
JERRY FALWELL LIBRARY
Meet with an advisor to make any schedule changes, or set up a one-on-one to address other questions.
Transfer Evaluation
JERRY FALWELL LIBRARY
Specialists will show you which courses transfer and what your courseload will be when you attend Liberty.
Office of Residence Life
JERRY FALWELL LIBRARY
Confirm your housing assignment and receive general housing information.
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Enrollment
ASSISTANCE CONTINUED
Liberty Dining by Sodexo
JERRY FALWELL LIBRARY
Receive information concerning meal plans and our on-campus dining options.
Liberty University Police Department
JERRY FALWELL LIBRARY
Hear from officers about the ins and outs of parking on campus.
Human Resources
JERRY FALWELL LIBRARY
Learn about student work opportunities on campus.
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Parent and Family Connections Office
JERRY FALWELL LIBRARY
Parents and guardians will learn general information on how to stay connected, sign up for the parent e-newsletter, and learn how to set up a FERPA PIN number.
Walk your Class Schedule
ACROSS CAMPUS, REFER TO THE WELCOME BOOKLET
Don’t get lost on your first day! Know where you’re going before the fall semester starts by walking your class schedule (provided in your packet). If you don’t have an updated schedule or didn’t find it in your packet, your live schedule is available at Liberty.edu/ASIST.
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Enrollment
ASSISTANCE CONTINUED
Model Residence Halls
VARIOUS LOCATIONS
Speak with resident directors about what it's like to live on a hall and view model residence halls in three locations around campus. Be prepared to walk to the following locations: Main 19 – The Hill Commons II – The Residential Commons East 40 – East Campus
ID & Campus Services
MONTVIEW STUDENT UNION, FIRST FLOOR
Grab your Flames Pass today from 10:30 a.m.–5 p.m.! Don’t forget to bring a government-issued photo ID when you pick up your Flames Pass.
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LU Barnes & Noble Bookstore Get your LU swag and buy your books today in store or online.
Military Affairs
MONTVIEW STUDENT UNION, SUITE 3630 (3RD FLOOR)
Hear from an office committed to supporting military service members, veterans, and their families.
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Academic
OPEN HOUSES Aeronautics Biology & Chemistry Business CASAS/ Interdisciplinary Studies
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AVIATION ACADEMIC CENTER (LOCATED OFF CAMPUS AT 939 AIRPORT ROAD)
CENTER FOR NATURAL SCIENCES, ROOMS 256/257
GREEN HALL, ROOM 1652
DEMOSS HALL, ROOM 1100
Cinematic Arts
GREEN HALL, ROOM 1892
Communication & Digital Content
GREEN HALL, ROOM 1350
Education
DEMOSS HALL, SCHOOL OF EDUCATION LOBBY
Engineering
DEMOSS HALL, ROOM 3300E
English
DEMOSS HALL, ROOM 4062
Family & Consumer Sciences
DEMOSS HALL, ROOM 4132
Government Health Professions History/Philosophy
GREEN HALL, ROOM 1661
CENTER FOR NATURAL SCIENCES, ROOM T04
DEMOSS HALL, ROOM 4382
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Academic
OPEN HOUSES CONTINUED
Mathematics
DEMOSS HALL, ROOM 4284
Modern Languages
DEMOSS HALL, ROOM 4014
Music
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CENTER FOR MUSIC AND THE WORSHIP ARTS, 3RD FLOOR FRONT DESK
Nursing
DEMOSS HALL, OB THEATER
Psychology
DEMOSS HALL, ROOM 4334
Public & Community Health Religion, Biblical Studies, & Youth Ministry Social Work
CENTER FOR NATURAL SCIENCES, ROOM T35
FREEDOM TOWER, LOBBY
DEMOSS HALL, ROOM 3312
Studio & Digital Arts
GREEN HALL, ROOM 1370
Theatre Arts
GREEN HALL, ROOM 1878
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5–7 P.M. CLOSING RALLY: COOKOUT & KICKBALL Liberty Softball Stadium
IMPORTANT NUMBERS HANCOCK WELCOME CENTER
(434) 582-2064 Monday–Friday | 8 a.m.–10 p.m. Saturday–Sunday | 8 a.m.–6 p.m.
LIBERTY UNIVERSITY POLICE DEPARTMENT
Emergency | (434) 592-3911 Nonemergency | (434) 592-7641
RESIDENT ADMISSIONS
(800) 543-5317 Monday–Friday | 8 a.m.–9 p.m. Saturday | 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
LYNCHBURG GENERAL HOSPITAL EMERGENCY ROOM
(434) 200-3027 1901 Tate Springs Road Lynchburg, Va. 24502
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