Welcome Week AUGUST 21–AUGUST 24
GUIDEBOOK 2021
CONTENTS
Schedule Free Time Activites Parent Sessions Dates & Breaks Security Open Houses Stay Informed
SCHEDULE Saturday, August 21st TIME
EVENT
LOCATION
9 a.m.–1 p.m.
New Student Check-in
Atrium/Gym
11:30 a.m.–1:30 Complimentary Lunch for New p.m. Students & Family
Dining Center
1:00–4:30 p.m.
Unpack, Settle-In, & Explore!
Various
2:00–3:00 p.m.
Ice Cream Social - Library Tour/ Information
Library Steps/Library
4:30–6:00 p.m.
Complimentary Dinner
Dining Center
Commuter Dinner
(An opportunity for commuter students to meet one another!)
Aquarium in the Dining Center
6:30–7:00 p.m.
President's Welcome and Worship
Sanctuary
7:00–7:15 p.m.
Student Class Photo (Wear your class t-shirt!)
Library Front Steps
7:15–8:30 p.m.
Parents' Orientation Sessions
Various
Life in the Res Halls
Sanctuary
Access Success
Chapel
Fostering Independence
Chapel
Spiritual Formation at NCU
Sanctuary
Welcome Week Groups
Various
5:00–6:00 p.m.
7:15–8:30 p.m. 8:30–9:00 p.m. 9:30–11:00 p.m.
Parent & Student Reception
(Please note there is a Vikings Game at U.S. Bank Stadium)
Atrium
Floor Meetings
Residence Hall Floors
Sunday, August 22nd TIME
EVENT
LOCATION
8:30–10 a.m.
Continental Breakfast
Atrium
10:00–11 a.m.
Sunday Morning Church Service With President Hagan
Sanctuary
11:30 a.m.– 1:00 p.m.
Lunch with Parents
Dining Center
1:00–2:00 p.m.
Family Farewell
2:00–5:00 p.m.
Downtown Walk With RAs/DLs
Meet on Residence Hall Floors
5:00–6:00 p.m.
Dinner with Welcome Week Groups
Dining Center
6:00–8:00 p.m.
Welcome Week Kick-Off & Mandatory Session I
Sanctuary
Spiritual Life/Multicultural Development Residence Mandatory
Life & Student Conduct Mandatory
NCU Community Mandatory
8:00–9:00 p.m.
Student Organization Fair
Atrium
9:00 –10:30 p.m.
Late Night Activities with Welcome Week Groups
Various
(Segue 1/2 priced drinks, dodgeball, etc.)
Monday, August 23rd
Online Classes Begin
TIME
EVENT
LOCATION
7:30–8:30 a.m.
Continental Breakfast
Dining Center
8:30–9:30 a.m.
Mandatory Session II: Academics Excellence
Sanctuary
9:45–10:15 a.m. 10:30 a.m.– 12:30 p.m. 12:30–1:30 p.m.
College Department Meetings
Various
Individal Advising Appointments: Faculty/Students
Various
Lunch with Welcome Week Groups
Dining Center
1:30–2:30 p.m.
Mandatory Session III: Academic Resources
Sanctuary
(Sign up for advising appointment time)
Monday, August 23rd (cont.) TIME
EVENT Individal Advising Appointments: Faculty/Students
LOCATION
3:00–4:00 p.m.
Student Worker Orientation
Sanctuary
3:00–5:00 p.m.
Shopping Shuttles to Target & Cub Foods
Atrium
5:00–6:00 p.m.
Dinner with RA/DLs
Dining Center
6:00–8:30 p.m.
Free Time with RA/DLs
Various
8:30–9:30 p.m.
Funky Night
Gym
9:30–10:30 p.m.
Party on the Patio
Carlson Patio
2:30–5:00 p.m.
Various
Tuesday, August 24th TIME
EVENT
LOCATION
Normal Hours
Breakfast
Dining Center
9:00–9:30 a.m.
Worship & Devotions
Sanctuary
9:30 a.m.– 10:30 p.m. 10:30–10:45 p.m. 10:45–11:45 p.m.
Mandatory Session IV: Important Campus Resources
Sanctuary
Snack Break
Atrium
Mandatory College Success Sessions
Sanctuary
11:45–12:00 p.m.
Welcome Week Wrap Up
Sanctuary
Normal Hours
Lunch
Dining Center
1:15–2:45 p.m. 2:45–5:00 p.m. 3:00–4:00 p.m.
Welcome Week Groups (Class Room Tours) Free Time - Prepare for classes to begin! Student Worker Orientation
Various Various Sanctuary
Tuesday, August 24th (cont.) TIME
EVENT
LOCATION
3:00–5:00 p.m.
Student Group Open Houses
Various
Antioch Open House
Kingsriter 808
MOSIAC
PH 117
ActSix
PH 115
Delta Kappa
CLC 201
Journey
CLC 202
Commuters
PH 116
4:30–7:30 p.m.
Dinner
Elliot Avenue
6:00–9:00 p.m.
Block Party
Elliot Avenue
9:00–10:00 p.m.
New Tradition with President Hagan
Elliot Avenue
Wednesday, August 25th TIME 10:50–11:40 a.m. 11:45–11:55 a.m. 10:00 p.m.– 12:00 a.m.
On-Campus Classes Begin
EVENT
LOCATION
Chapel
Sanctuary
Sophomore Class Photo
Library Steps
Praise Gathering
Sanctuary
Thursday, August 26th TIME 11:00–11:50 a.m. 9:00–10:30 p.m.
EVENT
LOCATION
Academic Convocation
Sanctuary
Mandatory Floor Meeting/Apartment Community
Various
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
PARENT SESSIONS Saturday, August 25
Session One: 7:15-7:50pm
Session Two: 7:55-8:30pm
Access Success: An Overview of the Student Success Center Presented by Krista O'Connor, Director of the Student Success Location: Anderson Chapel - Session A This workshop is designed to familiarize parents with the variety of services available to help students be successful in college. Academic Supports, Career Services, Disability Services, and Counseling Services are geared toward helping your student grow as a vibrant and academically confident learner, discovering purpose that will help bring faith, academic, and job pursuits into harmony, and finding hope that comes from insight, healing, and personal growth. Combining all we do into one office means that we can equip and empower your student in a way that is convenient and connected. The Student Success Center is your student’s one-stop shop for success. Life in the Residence Halls Presented by Resident Directors Location: Sanctuary Session A For many, college is the first experience living away from home. This workshop will give parents a look inside life in the Residence Halls at NCU, with special attention given to three specific areas: community in the Residence Halls, the roles of the Resident Director and Resident Advisor, and the terminology of the Residence Hall. This workshop will highlight what a parent can do if you believe that your student is struggling. Spiritual Formation at NCU Presented by Joshua Edmon, Associate V.P. of Spiritual Life & Dean of Multicultural Engagement Location: Sanctuary Session B The Vice President of Spiritual Life will be sharing on how NCU integrates spiritual formation into the classroom and Higher Education. This workshop will allow parents to see the heart behind faith and the classroom, and what ways this shapes how NCU facilitates class content. There will be a question and answer time as well.
Fostering Independence: Parenting through the College Years Presented by Nancy Zugschwert, Director of Communications Location: Anderson Chapel - Session B Starting college, students enter a new and challenging season of their lives. Come and hear what it means to be a parent to a young adult and to stay connected while fostering independence. This workshop will be led by NCU Faculty Parents, and will engage other parents in dialogue on what it means to walk with your child through this new stage in life.
DATES & BREAKS AUGUST 23
Fall Session A Online Classes Begin
AUGUST 25
Undergraduate In Person Fall Classes Begin
AUGUST 26
Academic Convocation
SEPTEMBER 6
Labor Day
SEPTEMBER 18
Homecoming
OCTOBER 14-15
Fall Break
OCTOBER 18
Online Session B Classes Begin
NOVEMBER 24-26
Thanksgiving Break
DECEMBER 3-10
Momentum Week
DECEMBER 8-10
Finals Week
DECEMBER 11
Residence halls close at 12 p.m.
DECEMBER 13–JAN. 9
Christmas Break
JANUARY 10-11
Winter Welcome Week
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.
OPEN HOUSES 3:00pm–5:00pm Student Group Open Houses
Various
Antioch Open House
Kingsriter 808
MOSIAC
PH 117
ActSix
PH 115
Delta Kappa
CLC 201
Journey
CLC 202
Commuters
PH 116
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.
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BLOCK PARTY FEATURING
ELLIOT AVE AUGUST 24 5:00 - 9:00 PM