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THINGS TO DO BEFORE WELCOME WEEK
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ONLINE ORIENTATION
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WELCOME WEEK SCHEDULE
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ACADEMIC WELCOME LOCATIONS
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CAMPUS RECREATION
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STUDENT ACTIVITIES
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FLAMES PASS
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HELPFUL DEPARTMENTS
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STUDENT LIFE
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COMMUTER LIFE
THINGS TO DO BEFORE W E LCO M E W E E K 🟥 Check your Liberty email at least once a week — you'll receive important information about life at Liberty! 🟥 Connect with us on Instagram — @New_to_LU. 🟥 Complete your Orientation Course — more details on Page 5. 🟥 Check out the Office of Residence Life's suggestions for your packing list. 🟥 Browse computers and software for classes through the IT Marketplace. 🟥 Complete the Flames Pass application to order your Flames Pass — more details on Page 15. 🟥 Preorder your textbooks through the LU bookstore. 🟥 Complete your Student Health Record form. 🟥 Connect with your Professional Advisor to talk through your academic and career goals.
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O N L I N E O R I E N TAT I O N As a new student, you will be required to participate in an online orientation using Canvas. This 6-module course is an excellent resource that will help set you up for success in college. Students will be added to the course upon completing Financial Check-In and must complete it by Jan. 10. If you have any questions, please email CASAS@liberty.edu.
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THURSDAY, JAN. 9 8 a.m.8 p.m.
Move-In
Your Residence Hall Move into your home away from home! For more information, visit Liberty.edu/MoveIn.
Legacy Family Drop-Ins 9 a.m.4 p.m.
Montview Student Union, Room 1950
Does your family have a lasting connection with Liberty? The Alumni Office staff look forward to meeting legacy families — whether it’s your parents or grandparents who are alumni — and giving you a warm welcome and special gift.
Career Services Open House 1-2:30 p.m.
Montview Student Union, Room 2560
Meet career coaches and learn how you'll be supported in the pursuit of your career goals.
Life at Liberty Info Session 2-3 p.m.
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Center for Natural Sciences, First Floor Atrium Meet representatives from student support services and learn about accommodations, student health, voter registration, counseling, and more resources available on campus.
Parent and Family Session 3-4 p.m.
Center for Natural Sciences, Room 128
Join the Parent and Family Connections Office and leaders from across campus to hear how the university supports you and your family during your time at Liberty.
New Student Dinner 5-6:30 p.m.
Reber-Thomas Dining Center
Connect with other new students over a meal. Look for the new student signage to find the seating area.
Bowling
Montview Student Union, Basement Level 7-9 p.m.
10 p.m.
Knock down some pins and have fun with fellow new students. Availability is on a first come, first served basis. Cost is $3 for shoes and $3 per game. You can pay with Flames Cash or card.
Mandatory New Student Hall Meeting
Bowling
Your Residence Hall
Connect with your hall leadership to learn about important Residence Life information.
FRIDAY, JAN. 10 Doughnuts with the Deans 9-10 a.m.
Montview Student Union, First Floor
Pick up your free T-shirt while supplies last and enjoy coffee and doughnuts as you get to know the dean of your academic school.
Legacy Family Drop-Ins 9 a.m.4 p.m.
10:3011:30 a.m.
Montview Student Union, Room 1950
Does your family have a lasting connection with Liberty? The Alumni Office staff look forward to meeting legacy families — whether it’s your parents or grandparents who are alumni — and giving you a warm welcome and special gift.
New Student Convocation
Center for Music and the Worship Arts, Concert Hall Join the Office of Spiritual Development for your first Convocation as a Liberty student!
New Student Lunch 11:30 a.m.1 p.m.
Reber-Thomas Dining Center
Connect with other new students over a meal. Look for the new student signage to find the seating area.
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Academic Welcome 1-2 p.m.
Locations Vary — see Page 11
Attend your school's Academic Welcome Session to meet faculty, staff, and other students in your program. If you're undecided, use this time to visit a school you're interested in.
LU ONE Open House 1-4 p.m.
2-3:30 p.m.
Montview Student Union, Room 2760 Stop by for an opportunity to meet LU ONE staff and learn about the LU ONE offices and the resources they provide.
New Commuter Orientation DeMoss Hall, Room 1286
All new commuter students must attend this orientation.
New Student Dinner 5-6:30 p.m.
Green Hall, Tilley Student Center
Connect with other students over a meal. Look for the new student signage to find the seating area.
Graduate Life Social Night 6-8 p.m.
Snowflex — 4000 Candlers Mountain Road, Lynchburg, Va. Come hangout with your graduate peers for a fun evening designed to build community through engaging activities and refreshments.
Men's DII Hockey Game 6:30 p.m.
LaHaye Ice Center
Cheer on the Flames during their Men's DII hockey game vs. Lindenwood!
SATURDAY, JAN. 11 Rock Climbing Noon6 p.m.
LaHaye Recreation & Fitness Center Grab a friend and head to the rock wall at the LaHaye Recreation & Fitness Center for bouldering or top rope. Availability is on a first come, first served basis.
Men's DII Hockey Game 1 p.m.
LaHaye Ice Center
Cheer on the Flames during their Men's DII hockey game vs. Lindenwood!
Women's Basketball Game 2 p.m.
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Liberty Arena
Cheer on the Lady Flames during their game vs. Louisiana Tech! Admission for students is free. General admission is $5.
New Student Dinner
5-6:30 p.m.
Reber-Thomas Dining Center
Connect with other new students over a meal. Look for the new student signage to find the seating area.
SUNDAY, JAN. 12 Times vary
Attend a Local Church Service New to the area? Find a local church.
MONDAY, JAN. 13 5:306:30 p.m.
Transfer Social
Montview Student Union, Game Room Connect with other transfer students over games and pizza.
TUESDAY, JAN. 14 Open Mic Night 7 p.m.
Montview Student Union, Starbucks Students can sign up for a chance to share their talent, whether it's singing, comedy, spoken word, or another vocal skill.
FRIDAY, JAN. 17 Slumber Party 9 p.m.
LaHaye Event Space
This event is for the friendship bracelet makers, Mario Kart racers, junk food eaters, and everyone in between — relive childhood memories and make new college ones!
SATURDAY, JAN. 18 Bingo Was His Name-O 9 p.m.
Bingo
LaHaye Event Space
Students can break out their overalls and don their best farmer attire to try and win the first Bingo of the semester.
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AC ADEMIC WELCO ME LO C ATIONS FRIDAY, JAN. 10, FROM 1-2 P.M.
Center for Music and the Worship Arts School of Music — Room 180
Center for Natural Sciences School of Health Sciences — Room 256/257
DeMoss Hall College of Arts & Sciences — Room 1166 Helms School of Government — Room 4152 School of Aeronautics — Room 1134 School of Behavioral Sciences — Room 3152 School of Communication & the Arts — Room 1184 School of Education — Room 1332 School of Engineering — Room 3300E School of Nursing — Room 1164
Freedom Tower John W. Rawlings School of Divinity — Room 1510
School of Business School of Business — Room 2830
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Campus Recreation Campus Recreation connects students socially, challenges them physically, and provides educational opportunities — programs are available to residential students for free or at a low cost! Learn more at Liberty.edu/CampusRec and visit their events page for a schedule of upcoming activities.
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WELCOME WE E K HO URS David’s Place Fitness Center
Thursday–Friday | 6 a.m.–8 p.m. Saturday | 7 a.m.–3 p.m. Sunday | 1–8 p.m. Monday | 6 a.m.–8 p.m. David’s Place is closed 10:15–11:45 a.m. on Friday for Convocation.
Liberty Mountain Hydaway Outdoor Center
Thursday–Friday | Noon–8 p.m. Saturday | 9 a.m.–8 p.m. Sunday | 1–8 p.m. Monday | Noon–8 p.m.
LaHaye Aquatic Center
Liberty Mountain Intramural Complex
LaHaye Recreation & Fitness Center
Liberty Mountain Snowflex Centre
Thursday–Friday | 5:30 a.m.–10:30 p.m. Saturday | 9 a.m.–10:30 p.m. Sunday | 1–10 p.m. Monday | 5:30 a.m.–10:30 p.m.
Thursday–Friday | 5:30 a.m.–11 p.m. Saturday | 9 a.m.–11 p.m. Sunday | 1–10:30 p.m. Monday | 5:30 a.m.–11 p.m. LaHaye Recreation & Fitness Center is closed 10:15–11:45 a.m. on Friday for Convocation.
LaHaye Rock Wall
Thursday–Friday | 2–10:30 p.m. Saturday | Noon–6 p.m. Sunday | Closed Monday | 2–10:30 p.m.
Liberty Mountain Equestrian Center Thursday–Friday | 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Saturday | 9 a.m.-noon Sunday | Closed Monday | 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Visiting hours only. Trail rides and riding lessons must be scheduled in advance.
Thursday | 8 a.m.–4 p.m. Friday–Saturday | 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Sunday | 1–6 p.m. Monday | 8 a.m.–4 p.m.
Thursday | 3–9 p.m. Friday | 3–10 p.m. Saturday | 10 a.m.–10 p.m. Sunday | Noon–6 p.m. Monday | 3–9 p.m.
The Barrick-Falwell Lodge opens at 9 a.m. during the week.
Montview Bowling Alley
Thursday | 1–11 p.m. Friday | 1 p.m.–midnight Saturday | Noon–midnight Sunday-Monday | 1–11 p.m.
Montview Game Room
Thursday | Noon–11 p.m. Friday-Saturday | Noon–midnight Sunday | 1–11 p.m. Monday | Noon–11 p.m.
Liberty Mountain Gun Club
Thursday | Closed Friday | 4–8 p.m. — Shotgun/Archery* Saturday | 10 a.m.–6 p.m. — Rifle/Pistol* Sunday | 2–6 p.m. — Shotgun/Archery* Monday | Closed *One-hour time slots by appointment only. Please visit the website to learn more.
ARROW-POINTERLiberty.edu/CampusRec | @LibertyCampusRec | @LibertyCampusRec X-TWITTER @LibertyURec
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SPRING EVENTS Concert: Antoine Bradford JAN. 31 / 8 P.M. LAHAYE EVENT SPACE
Concert: Josiah Queen FEB. 21 / 8 P.M. VINES CENTER
Class of Coffeehouse MARCH 22 / 11:30 P.M. VINES CENTER
Concert: Colony House APRIL 4 / 8 P.M. VINES CENTER
After Party APRIL 26 / 5 P.M. LAHAYE PARKING LOT
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IF YOU HAVE NOT RECEIVED YOUR
Flames Pass ID & Campus Services YET, MAKE SURE TO VISIT
MONTVIEW STUDENT UNION, ROOM 1720.
HOURS OF OPERATION: Jan. 9 | 8 A.M.-6 P.M. Jan. 10 | 8 A.M.-5 P.M. Jan. 11 | Noon-4 p.m. Jan. 12 | 2-6 p.m. — Remote Support Jan. 13 | 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
LEARN MORE ABOUT THE MOBILE FLAMES PASS OPTION AT ARROW-POINTERLiberty.edu/MobileFlamesPass!
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HELPFUL DEPARTMENTS College of Applied Studies & Academic Success (CASAS) CASAS provides the academic and career support you need as you pursue your degree at Liberty. 🕓 Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. 🏛 DeMoss Hall, Room 1100 ✉ CASAS@liberty.edu 🕽 (434) 492-4110 LOCATION-ARROW Liberty.edu/CASAS
CASAS departments include, but are not limited to: Academic Success Center
This center offers free academic mentoring, tutoring services, writing services, success studies, and academic workshops in group and individual settings. Learn more at Liberty.edu/ASC.
Career Services
This department supports students in achieving their career goals through industry-specific coaching services, events and workshops, and networking events. Learn more at Liberty.edu/CareerServices, or visit the Montview Student Union, Room 2560 from 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Professional Advising
Need help setting up your class schedule, using the Course Registration Tool, or navigating academic decisions? View the Professional Advising page to find your advisor's contact information, schedule an appointment, and ask any questions you may have. 🕓 Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. 🏛 DeMoss Hall, Room 1100 LOCATION-ARROW Liberty.edu/Advising
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IT HelpDesk Need help troubleshooting technology issues while on campus? The IT HelpDesk is available to help. Call-In Support: 🕓 Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-9 p.m. | Saturday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. | Sunday, 1-9 p.m.
🕽 (434) 592-7800 Chat Support: 🕓 Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-8:50 p.m. LOCATION-ARROW Visit Liberty.edu/ConnectLU for support.
In-Person Support: 🕓 Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Closed 10:15–11:45 a.m. on Wednesday for Convocation. 🏛 DeMoss Hall, Room 2414 | Green Hall, Room 1539
Office of Disability Accommodation Support (ODAS) ODAS coordinates accommodations for students with disabilities, ensuring they have equal access to the learning environment and the opportunity to reach their full potential. 🕓 Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. 🏛 DeMoss Hall, Room 1264 ✉ ODAS@liberty.edu | 🕽 (434) 592-4016 | LOCATION-ARROW Liberty.edu/ODAS
Office of Security & Public Safety Liberty University's emergency dispatching center is available 24/7. Save these numbers to your phone in case you ever need assistance: 🕽 Emergency: (434) 592-3911 🕽 Non-Emergency: (434) 592-7641 For information on parking and obtaining a parking pass, visit Liberty.edu/Police/Parking. LOCATION-ARROW Download the Champion Safe app.
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Registrar — Transfer Evaluations Have questions about transfer credits and how they apply to your current degree completion plan? An on-site representative and on-call evaluator are available during the following hours: 🕓 Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. 🏛 Student Services Center, Green Hall ✉ undergradtransfer@liberty.edu | gradtransfer@liberty.edu
Student Health Records Have questions about completing your Student Health Form? The Student Health Center can help — they are available during the following hours: 🕓 Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. 🏛 Residential Commons III, A-Wing ✉ studenthealthrecords@liberty.edu | 🕽 (434) 592-7770
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STUDENT LIFE The Office of Student Life exists to create environments that foster the holistic development of all students and help them navigate college life, connect with others, and grow as individuals. The office consists of four specialized teams — Residence Life, Commuter Life, Graduate Life, and Online Life.
Residence Life Residence Life meets the holistic needs of each student by placing Resident Assistants on each hall, ensuring each space is safe and every student is taken care of. 🕓 Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. 🏛 Residential Commons II, Terrace Level Lobby ✉ residencelife@liberty.edu | 🕽 (434) 592-4139
Commuter Life Commuter Life connects students living locally with students living on campus and provides opportunities for commuters to grow their community. See Page 20 for more information. 🕓 Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m. 🏛 Green Hall, Room 1875 ✉ commuters@liberty.edu | 🕽 (434) 592-3067
Graduate Life Graduate Life encourages students in their academic journey and professional development and works to connect graduate students to each other and campus. Graduate Life offers events and workshops that provide graduate students the opportunity to get to know each other and prepare for their careers. 🕓 Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. 🏛 Green Hall, Room 1832 ✉ graduatelife@liberty.edu | 🕽 (434) 592-4566
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COMMUTER LIFE Build lasting friendships, find a place to belong, and make the most of your commuter experience. Commuter Life offers fun hangouts, awesome events, mentorship opportunities, and more. Make a stop at the Commuter Lounge part of your daily routine, join an off-campus community group to help deepen your spirituality, and take advantage of all Liberty has to offer.
Visit the Commuter Lounge — Green Hall, Room 1875 Stop in for free coffee and tea and stick around for a place to study. You can even hang out around the fireplace with a board game for some midday fun!
Join an Off-Campus Community Group — Wednesday, Jan. 15, at 7 p.m. in the Vines Center After Campus Community, follow the instructions given by the LU Shepherd team to attend the interest meeting. There, you’ll meet leaders who will help you find the group that’s best for you. Learn more at Liberty.edu/OffCampusGroups.
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Your Commuter Coordinators Your commuter experience at Liberty isn’t meant to be disconnected from campus life — commuter coordinators are student leaders who are ready to help you connect with others on campus, deepen your faith, and grow in your independence throughout your time as a student. Visit Liberty.edu/CommuterCoordinators to learn more.
Commuter Resource Center — Green Hall, Room 1887 Stop in for information about helpful commuter resources: • Commuter food pantry • Commuter lockers
• Community boards • Off-campus housing sites
Mark Your Calendar — visit Liberty.edu/Commuters for details. Commuter Life Hacks Mixer Tuesday, Jan. 14, from 7-8:30 p.m. Campus Community Wednesday, Jan. 15, from 7-9 p.m. Cocoa with Commuters Thursday, Jan. 16, from 5-7 p.m.
MANDATORY MEETING DURING WELCOME WEEK Commuter Life is hosting a mandatory New Commuter Orientation on Friday, Jan. 10, from 2-3:30 p.m. in DeMoss Hall, Room 1286.
INSTAGRAM Follow us @LUCommuterLife | ✉ commuters@liberty.edu 🕽 Text “#COORDINATOR” to (434) 592-3067 to reach Commuter Life.
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Questions? CONTACT THE COLLEGE OF APPLIED STUDIES & ACADEMIC SUCCESS DEMOSS HALL | ROOM 1100 |
(434) 592-4110
@LIBERTYUCASAS