Welcome Week January 10–12, 2022
GUIDEBOOK
CONTENTS
Schedule Free Time Activites Dates & Breaks Security Stay Informed
SCHEDULE Monday, January 10th TIME
Online Classes Begin
EVENT
9:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m. New Students Arrive & Check-In
LOCATION Atrium
9:00 a.m.
New Transfers with on-campus housing
9:30 a.m.
New Freshmen with on-campus housing
10:00 a.m.
Re-Applicants with on-campus housing
11:00 a.m.
All Commuter students
12:00–1:00 p.m.
Welcome Luncheon
NCU Dining Center
1:15–1:30 p.m.
Presidential Welcome
Clay Commons
1:30–2:00 p.m.
Community Life Session
Clay Commons
2:00–4:00 p.m.
Department Carousel
Various
Student Success Center Presentation
SSC Lobby
Academics Presentation
Library Sunroom
Registrar Presentation
Library Sunroom
Title IX Presentation
CLC 203
Security Presentation
CLC 203
VP of Academic Affairs Presentation
Clay Commons
Meet the Academic Deans
Various
College of Arts and Sciences
Phillipps 118
College of Business and Technology
Phillipps 115
College of Church Leadership
Phillipps 117
College of Fine Arts
Phillipps 116
Undeclared Majors
Clay Commons
5:00-5:45 p.m.
Welcome Week Groups
Clay Commons
6:00-8:00 p.m.
Evening Activity (Dinner Included)
Meet in Atrium
4:00–4:30 p.m.
Tuesday, January 11th TIME
EVENT
LOCATION
7:30–8:30 a.m.
Breakfast (meal plan students)
NCU Dining Center
9:00–9:45 a.m.
Devotions with the Vice Presidents of Spiritual Life
Clay Commons
10 a.m.–11:00 a.m.
Technology Time & Orientation Wrap Up Miller Hall 221
12:00 p.m.
Lunch
NCU Dining Center
2:00–3:30 p.m.
Personalized Class Tour
Various
3:30–4:45 p.m.
Welcome Week Groups
Phillips 115,116,118
5:00 p.m.
Dinner with Resident Advisor (RA)
NCU Dining Hall
6:30 p.m.
Free Time/Prepare for Class
Must sign up in advance at check-in
Wednesday, January 12th TIME
EVENT
LOCATION
10:50 a.m.
Chapel
Santuary
10:00 p.m.
Praise Gathering
Santuary
Thursday, January 13th TIME
EVENT
LOCATION
9:00 p.m.
Mandatory Floor Meetings
Residence Hall Floors
FREE TIME ACTIVITIES SHOPPING
Forget something? Or need one more lamp to make your room feel like home? Here are some convenient places to grab any last-minute essentials:
Downtown Target
A 1o block drive down 9th St or park in the ramp behind the store and spend $25, they will validate your parking for up to 2 hours. 900 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis
Quary Target
A great “one-stop-shop” close to campus, a 10 minute drive with lot of parking available. 1650 New Brighton Blvd, Minneapolis
IKEA Modern Scandinavian inspired furniture & accessories, a great place to find inexpensive storage options, décor, or kitchen essentials, located across the street from the Mall of America. 8000 Ikea Way, Bloomington Mall of America Accessible via the Metro Transit Blue Line light-rail system ($2.00/ticket, cash or card). For more details, see metrotransit.org/metro-blue-line. Minneapolis Institute of Arts Minutes from NCU, this is an inspiring art collection with art from around the world. Admission to the MIA is free. new.artsmia.org/ Minnehaha Falls Nearby scenic Minneapolis Park with 53-foot waterfall. 4801 S Minnehaha Drive, Minneapolis Como Park Zoo and Conservatory Free zoo with beautiful gardens in St. Paul. comozooconservatory.org Science Museum of Minnesota In the heart of downtown St Paul this museaum features dinosaurs, hands-on exhibits, and the Omnitheatre. smm.org Segue Coffee Take a 5 minute walk on E 14th St to grab your favorite iced latte or Nordic waffle at our local coffeehouse.
DATES & BREAKS JANUARY 10
Spring Session A Online Classes Begin
JANUARY 12
Spring Undergraduate On Campus Classes Begin
JANUARY 17
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
FEBRUARY 21
Presidents' Day, Classes will meet
FEB. 28–MARCH 4
Spring Break
MARCH 7
Online Session B Classes Begin
APRIL 15
Good Friday
APRIL 22-29
Momentum Week
APRIL 27-29
Finals Week
APRIL 30
Commencement
MAY 1
Residence halls close at 12 p.m.
MAY 2
Summer Session A begins
JUNE 19
Juneteenth — Observed June 20
JUNE 27
Summer Session B begins
SECURITY Security personnel are on duty 24 hours a day, each day of the year, patrolling and monitoring campus grounds, buildings, and parking lots. Security can be contacted at 612-343-4445 or in the Security Office located in first floor Miller. Walking escorts are available to any of the NCU buildings or parking areas any time of day or night. A security escort is available to any of the NCU buildings, lightrail station, or parking lots year around 24 hours a day. Call 612-343-4445 to request a security escort. PARKING Students may apply for on-campus, commuter, and street parking online at https://skyline.northcentral.edu/security. Please read the parking regulations and policies on our website for more details and alternative parking options. ID CARDS Students are issued an ID card upon arrival to NCU. The ID cards not only identify people associated with NCU, but they also function as an access card to get into buildings, and serve to keep track of meals in the cafeteria according to the meal plan selected. Students are encouraged to wear their name tag in campus buildings. A helpful feature of the ID cards is that funds can be placed on the card and used in laundry facilities found throughout the campus. PERSONAL SAFETY REMINDERS »
Walk with a friend.
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Treat your dorm room like an apartment. Always lock your doors, no matter how soon you plan to return.
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Don’t store valuables in your vehicle.
STAYING INFORMED Stay informed about what's happening on campus. North Central University’s official communication channels are Skyline News, and your student email. The event calendar and news sections of the northcentral.edu website The athletics website, ncurams.com Social media sites
Facebook – /northcentraluniversity
Instagram – @northcentral_mn
Twitter – @northcentral_mn
Your student may also be a great source of information. For times you can’t find what you’re looking for, feel free to call our main number at 612.343.4400 and we’ll gladly help you get through to the right area.