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WOW PASSPORT
WEEK OF WELCOME
PRIZES
A. Attend 5 programs and earn a free coffee OR hot chocolate from Dunkin’ Donuts.
B. Attend 10 programs and earn SCSU winter gloves OR SCSU baseball hat plus the prize from A.
C. Attend 16 programs Win the prizes from A & B, plus be entered to win a $250 Barnes and Noble Gift Card.
Valid Jan.19 - 24
SCSU WEEK OF WELCOME Spring 2016 Passport Procedures 1. Complete the passport below. 2. Attend programs and activities. 3. Receive stickers at each event. 4. Place all of your stickers on your passport and submit to the Office of Student Involvement and Leadership Development, ASC 212, between Jan. 25-29.
Name: ____________________________________________________ Student ID #: _____________________________________________ Southern Email: __________________________________________ Phone:____________________________________________________
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n r e h t u o S VENTURES AD
STAR HE T R E
As we kick off a new calendar year, we are excited to welcome you with a variety of programs and activities! Take a close look at the full list of events and participate in as many opportunities as your schedule allows. This is a great way to get better connected at Southern, meet new people, and learn about new opportunities!
All WOW events are open to all SCSU students. Complete your passport to earn prizes and be eligible to win a $250 Barnes and Noble Gift Card! SouthernCT.edu/welcomeweek • @SCSUWOW • #SCSUWOW 3
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Come learn about everything that the Academic Success Center has to offer!
HELPING YOU PREPARE, ADVANCE, AND EXCEL
WINTER HOURS Monday – Thursday • 8am – 8pm Friday • 8am – 4:30 pm Tutoring in Farnham Programming Space Sunday • 5-9pm FOR MORE INFO CONTACT:
Dr. Katie De Oliveira (203)392-5186 DeOliveiraK1@SouthernCT.edu
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Our Services Tutoring: One on One with Peer Academic Specialists Peer-Led Study Groups Academic Success Coaches Academic Workshops
Support Subjects Accounting Anthropology Biology Chemistry Communication Communication Disorders Computer Science
Catherine Johnson (203)392-6912 JohnsonC40@SouthernCT.edu
• Spring 2016 Earth Science Economics Education Portfolio French History Italian Math Music
Nursing Philosophy Physics Psychology Public Health Scientific Writing Spanish Writing
Be sure to check our website for updated information on all of the academic support subjects and workshops as new support areas are being added all of the time! Be sure to check us out on SouthernCT.edu/asc
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ONGOING WOW EVENTS Every weekday during Week of Welcome Taking Care of Business Tues.-Thurs. • 8 a.m.-6 p.m. The following offices offer extended hours during the Week of Welcome: • Financial Aid and Scholarships – Wintergreen Building • Bursar – Wintergreen Building • University Card Office – ASC 324 • Registrar’s Office – Wintergreen Building • Academic and Career Advisement Center – Wintergreen Building • Disability Resource Center – EN C 105 • Student Health Services – Granoff (Wintergreen Avenue) • Office of Student Involvement and Leadership Development– ASC 212 • Graduate Studies – EN B 110 • Residence Life – Schwartz Hall
Information Technology Customer Support Center • 9 a.m.-12 p.m. BU 439 Learn about services the SCSU IT department offers students. Discuss with IT staff any questions and concerns you have about using technology while on campus. Find out about exciting IT updates and initiatives that will be taking place during your time at Southern.
Owls Nest Welcome Centers Let us help you start your new semester on a positive note. Grab a snack and let us answer any questions that you might have. Tuesday, January 19
8 a.m.-11 a.m. Wintergreen Parking Garage Pelz Hallway 4 p.m.-8 p.m. Davis Hall School of Business Wednesday, January 20
8 a.m.-11 a.m. Wintergreen Parking Garage Pelz Hallway 4 p.m.-8 p.m. Davis Hall School of Business Owl Locator Stations EN Rotunda Need help finding a class or locating an office on campus? Stop by our Owl Locator Stations in the Engleman Rotunda, where Southern staff and students will be stationed to help answer questions and provide maps and information to help you succeed. Tuesday, January 19
7:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. 4 p.m.- 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, January 20
7:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. 4 p.m.- 5:30 p.m.
Event Changes and Cancellations If there are any cancellations or changes in location or time, you can find out about it here: • Facebook: facebook.com/SCSUStudentLife • Twitter: @SCSUWOW • Southern email
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GROUP X
fit FEST
Group X Fit Fest: Finding Your Fit Kick-start your spring fitness routine by sampling any of our instructor led programs. Usually reserved for facility members, these classes will appeal to all levels and give students a snapshot of what to expect for the rest of the semester. Try everything from Zumba, indoor cycling, and cardio and strength circuit to yoga and TRX training. Group X Fit Fest schedule of classes and participation details are listed at SouthernCT.edu/fitnesscenter. Participants must be at least 18 years old, and sign a waiver prior to participating in the classes. Tuesday 1/19
Cycling Zumba
6:15-7 p.m. 6-7 p.m.
Wednesday 1/20
Cardio & Strength Circuit Intro to Yoga Insane Cross Train
12:15-1 p.m. 6-7 p.m. 7:15-8 p.m.
Thursday 1/21
Core Training Fighting Fitness
2-2:45 p.m. 5-5:45 p.m.
Friday 1/22
Yoga Cardio Kickboxing
12:30-1:30 p.m. 2-2:45 p.m.
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TUESN JA 19
WEEK OF
Welcome EVENTS
7:30-10:30 a.m. • Owl Locator Station • EN Rotunda Need help finding a class or office on campus? Don’t fret! Stop by our Owl Locator Station in the Engleman Rotunda where Southern staff and students will be present to answer any questions you may have! We will have maps and other useful information to help you get acquainted with Southern’ s campus. We look forward to welcoming you! 8-9:30 a.m. • Donuts with the Dean • ASC Information Desk Join Dean of Students Dr. Jules Tetreault, for a tasty treat and a cup of joe as we kick off the new semester! 10 a.m.-12 p.m. • Meet the Programs Council • ASC Plaza Level Do you have a passion for planning fun activities and programs for students at Southern? Are you looking for a fun way to get involved? Come over to the Adanti Student Center and meet the programmers that put on awesome events throughout the semester from Pinterest nights to bus trips and dances! 10 a.m.-4 p.m. • Student Organization and Leaders Apprciation Day • ASC 217 Take some time to stop by the resource room to enjoy some treats and sweets as we show our appreciation to our student organizations. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. • Winter Wonderland $6 Lunch Special • Connecticut Hall Sleigh bells ring, are you eating, In the hall, food is glistening, A beautiful sight, SCSU’s happy tonight. Eating in a winter wonderland. 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. • New Student Luncheon • ASC Ballroom First-year students and transfer students beginning their first semester at Southern this spring are invited to attend a special luncheon. Enjoy a fantastic lunch with faculty, staff, student leaders and most importantly, your peers. This is an opportunity to learn more about Southern, have your questions answered and just relax in a social environment. 12-1 p.m. • Reduce, Reuse, Upcycle • Morrill/Jennings Breezeway Come learn about reducing, reusing, and upcycling materials before you throw them in the trash or recycle them! Bring your old t-shirts to make scarves and tote bags, along with making notepads from old flyers on campus and much more! Puzzled by the campus shuttles to the train station? Want to sign up for a UPass to ride free on CT Transit buses for the semester? Wondering where to find the campus Zipcars? Interested in carpooling or bike commuting to SCSU? Stop by this event, and find out more! 12-2 p.m. • SGA Cup of Soup • EN Rotunda What better way to warm up on the way to class than with a nice hot cup of soup from the Student Government Association? Come learn about SGA, and find out how they can help you assure that your voice is heard! Your Government, Your Voice. 8 WEEK OF WELCOME
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Location Key EN: Englem an Hall FPS: Farnha m Programm ing Space ASC: Adant i Student Cen ter ResLife: Res idence Life DA: Davis H all MFH: Moore Field House Conn Hall: C onnecticut Hall
1-3 p.m. • Kickin’ Butts • Wellness Office, SZ 100 Come learn about the tobacco cessation resources on campus and enjoy a movie. You will have a chance to make your own stress ball while enjoying delicious refreshments!
1-3 p.m. • Sweeten Someone’s Day • EN Rotunda Help welcome back classmates with this truly sweet gesture! Stop by our table to write a kind, encouraging note and attach a sweet treat. Pay it forward by giving it to someone else on campus to sweeten their day and start their semester with a smile. 3-5:30 p.m. • ProCon Movie Matinee • ASC Theater Take a break from the first day of class with a free screening of Steve Jobs! Be sure to grab a seat in the theater and kick back for this matinee. ProCon and the Commuter Commission will be in attendance to make sure that you know about all the awesome opportunities to get involved this semester. 4-5:30 p.m. • Owl Locator Station • EN Rotunda Need help finding a class or office on campus? Don’t fret! Stop by our Owl Locator Station in the Engleman Rotunda where Southern staff and students will be present to answer any questions you may have! We will have maps and other useful information to help you get acquainted with Southern’ s campus. We look forward to welcoming you! 4-5:30 p.m. • Artists’ Books: Make a Book • Buley Library Peruse a small collection of artists’ books in the Hilton C. Buley Library. Create a small handmade book to take with you. Bring your friends, make new ones, and enjoy light refreshments. 5:30-7 p.m. • SGA Cup of Soup • EN Rotunda What better way to warm up on the way to class than with a nice hot cup of soup from the Student Government Association? Come learn about what SGA is, and find out how they can help you assure that your voice is heard! Your Government, Your Voice. 7-9 p.m. • Salsa Night with OLAS • ASC Ballroom Come enjoy a fun festive night with the Organization of Latin American Students (OLAS) for a free salsa dance lesson! Sample Spanish dishes, meet new friends, and welcome back old ones. 8-10 p.m. • Meet the Brothers of Alpha Phi Delta • ASC 306 Are you looking to join Greek life at Southern? Alpha Phi Delta, an international fraternity, will be hosting a night for you to come and meet the brothers and see what this organization is all about. 8-10:30 p.m. • ProCon Movie Night • ASC Theater Enjoy a free screening of Steve Jobs! Be sure to grab a seat in the theater and kick back for this nighttime feature. Pizza will be served. 10 p.m.-12 a.m. • SOUPer Game Night • Farnham Programming Space Joind us for a SOUPer monday Game Night! Come compete in “old school” board game tournaments such as Sorry, Guess Who, and Connect 4 or escape the cold and enjoy a hot cup of soup from The Soup Girl. Prizes include various gift cards and Blue Ray movies! SouthernCT.edu/welcomeweek • @SCSUWOW • #SCSUWOW 9
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WEDN JA 20 7:30-10:30 a.m. • Owl Locator Station • EN Rotunda Need help finding a class or office on campus? Don’t fret! Stop by our Owl Locator Station in the Engleman Rotunda where Southern staff and students will be present to answer any questions you may have! We will have maps and other useful information to help you get acquainted with Southern’ s campus. We look forward to welcoming you! 9 a.m.- 5:30 p.m. • Veterans and Military Affairs Open House • EN B 018 Are you a veteran that is attending SCSU and looking for a way to connect with other veterans? Be sure to stop by the open house and visit our Veterans Office in Engleman B018. Enjoy refreshments, meet other veterans and check out our drop-in center. 10-11:30 a.m. • Toasty Hands and Sweet Treats • SZ Lobby It’s cold outside! Come get warmed up in Schwartz Hall with free hand warmers and treats. Learn about the different offices that are located in Schwartz Hall such as The Violence Prevention, Victim Advocacy and Support Center (VPAS), Residence Life, Wellness Office and Counseling Services. 10-11:30 a.m. • Give a Shirt, Get a Shirt • EN A 220 Head on over to the Office of New Student and Sophomore Program Office in EN A 220 with a shirt from your previous institution to trade it in for an SCSU t-shirt! All shirts that are collected will be donated. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. • Club and Organization Involvement Fair • ASC Ballroom Want to learn how to get more involved on Southern’ s campus and talk with student leaders of clubs and organizations? Check out the Involvement Fair to see how you can get connected! You will not want to miss the reveal of your 2016 spring concert artist during the event! 12-1:30 p.m. • Vegan/Vegetarian & Gluten-Free Pizza Social • ASC 301 Explore options for these alternate diets and connect with others while you enjoy delicious New Haven pizza! All of the pizza will be served on a first-come, first-served basis, so be sure to arrive early and enjoy awesome pizza. 12-2 p.m. • Dear Future Me • ASC Ballroom Dear Future me – the year has just begun, and there is a lot to look forward to. Join the SCSU Peer mentors and write a letter to yourself, which will be mailed to you at the end of the semester. Set your goals for the semester now and see if you have reached them when your letter arrives. 12-2 p.m. • Welcome Back Lunch • Theater Registration Area The President’s Cabinet invites you to join them for a meatball bar! Come and mingle, and enjoy a free lunch. 12-2 p.m. • Get Yourself Tested • Granoff Health Center Join the Wellness Center and Student Health Services for free and confidential STD testing. It is quick, FREE, and educational! Bring your friends along! Know your status and be above the risk. Enjoy popcorn and a movie during your visit.
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12-3 p.m. • International Photo Booth • EN Rotunda many of us would love to travel the world, but do not always get the chance. Be sure to stop by the Office of International Education’s photo booth and enjoy photos from around the world! Learn about all of the awesome opportunities that await you and get information on many travel abroad opportunities! 12:30-2 p.m. • Queer Luncheon • SAGE Center, ASC 238 Join us for sandwiches at the Sexuality and Gender Equality (SAGE) Center, where LGBTQQIA+ (and allies) students, faculty, and staff can come together to network and enjoy a delicious lunch! 2-3 p.m. • Winter Warm-Up with the Academic Specialists • BU 303 Have you been to the Academic Success Center? Do you know all of the different ways that they can help you to succeed in the classroom? Come warm up in the Academic Success Center! Whether it is through tutoring, workshops, or study groups, the Academic Success Center has it all. Be sure to enjoy a hot chocolate bar, snacks, and games with our Academic Specialists. 4-5:30 p.m. • Owl Locator Station • EN Rotunda Need help finding a class or office on campus? Don’t fret! Stop by our Owl Locator Station in the Engleman Rotunda where Southern staff and students will be present to answer any questions you may have! We will have maps and other useful information to help you get acquainted with Southern’ s campus. We look forward to welcoming you! 4-5 p.m. • Graduate Student Welcome Station • Davis Hall Attention graduate students! Stop by the Welcome Station for information on upcoming events and graduate student funding opportunities. Pizza and drinks will be provided with free giveaways! Sponsored by the Graduate Student Affairs Committee (GSAC). 6-8 p.m. • Paint Night • ASC Ballroom Guided painting sessions are taking the world by storm, and one is coming to Southern! Head over to the ASC Ballroom and prepare for a night that is sure to be full of fun. 7-8 p.m. • Graduate Student Welcome Station • EN Rotunda Attention graduate students! Stop by the Welcome Station for information on upcoming events and graduate student funding opportunities. Pizza and drinks will be provided with free giveaways! Sponsored by the Graduate Student Affairs Committee (GSAC). 7-8:30 p.m. • Face Off: A Political Debate • EN A 120 The College Republicans, College Democrats, and the Office of Student Conduct will be hosting a debate to showcase the issues fueling the 2016 presidential election. Enjoy a sub and join us for a great discussion. 7-9:30 p.m. • “Pitch Perfect 2” Movie Night with Sigma Tau Delta • ASC Theater Why not take a break from the first week of classes with Sigma Tau Delta and watch a free screening of Pitch Perfect 2. 9-10:30 p.m. • Give Back and Win Big! • Farnham Programming Space Come and support a local school from the New Haven community! For every school supply you donate, you will receive a raffle ticket to put towards fun prizes. This event will be followed up with a trip to the school at a later date to meet the kids! SouthernCT.edu/welcomeweek SouthernCT.edu/welcomeweek• •@SCSUWOW @SCSUWOW• •#SCSUWOW #SCSUWOW1111
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S R U H T AN J 21 10 a.m.-2 p.m. • W.O.W. With Operation Smile • EN Rotunda What a better way to start the semester than with a delicious snack? The Operation Smile Club is giving out decorated chocolate-covered pretzels to students who are interested in learning more about the organization. Come check us out! 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. • Sophomore Surge • Your Future in Leadership • ASC Theater Are you looking for ways to enhance your collegiate experience through student leadership opportunities? Join the Office of New Student and Sophomore Programs as we highlight various engagement opportunities, such as becoming an Orientation Ambassador, serving as a Resident Advisor, holding a club E-board position, and others. For those interested in applying to be an Orientation Ambassador, this session will serve as an OA informational session. 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. • Commuter Student Luncheon • ASC Ballroom Calling all commuter students! Come enjoy lunch with student leaders and meet your fellow commuter students. Pick up some goodies and learn about the resources available to you! 12-2 p.m. • Dear Future Me • ASC Plaza Level Dear Future me – the year has just begun, and there is a lot to look forward to. Join the SCSU Peer mentors and write a letter to yourself. These letters will be mailed to you at the end of the semester. Set your goals for the semester now and see if you have reached them when your letter arrives. 12-2 p.m. • Get Yourself Tested • Granoff Health Center Join the Wellness Center and Student Health Services for free and confidential STD testing. It is quick, FREE, and educational! Bring your friends along! Know your status and be above the risk. Enjoy popcorn and a movie during your visit. 12-2 p.m. • PB&J Thursday • EN B121 Join us at this Southern tradition, PB&J Thursday, and make your own PB&J and mingle with other SCSU students! Also, get the chance to learn about SCSU’s programming boardProCon! 12:30-1 p.m. • Wellness Walk • Conn Hall Join the Wellness Center on a brisk walk around campus, to boost your mood and ultimately improve your health. This event will reoccur every Thursday for the remainder of the semester. 12:30-2:30 p.m. • Winter Welcome Bash • ASC 234 Kick off the semester with the multicultural Center! Join us for dominoes, taboo, and SCSU Trivia while enjoying tasty cultural dishes. meet new friends while discovering the abundance of resources and programs that happen in the multicultural Center. 1-2 p.m. • University of Compassion • ASC 306 Come join like-minded others to explore opportunities to build a more compassionate community through action. Refreshments provided.
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1-2 p.m. • College of Knowledge • ASC Theater Get a splash of summer fun in January and warm up your knowledge of all things SCSU and pop culture. Join the Office of Special Academic Programs and Sessions for an hour-long interactive trivia program. Food will be provided and multiple prizes will be awarded for correct answers! We’re also planning to briefly highlight our Summer Session 2016 plans and ways to stay involved with the university throughout the year. 1:30-3:30 p.m. • Meet Southern’s A-Wing Administrators • EN Administration Wing, 2nd Floor We have all walked to the second floor of Engleman and seen the A-Wing; however, how many of us know what is behind the doors? Come over to the Administration Wing in Engleman and meet the administrators. Refreshments will be served and all those who come will be entered into a drawing for Barnes and Noble Gift Cards. 4-5 p.m. • Graduate Student Welcome Station • EN Rotunda Attention graduate students! Stop by the Welcome Station for information on upcoming events and graduate student funding opportunities. Pizza and drinks will be provided with free giveaways! Sponsored by the Graduate Student Affairs Committee (GSAC). 6-8 p.m. • #selfsustaininggardens • Farnham Programming Space We all miss the days of playing in the dirt. Come to FPS to grab a snack and make your own personal garden! Grab a mason jar and create your own self-sustaining ecosystem terrarium and learn about the many sustainable initiatives on campus. 6-8 p.m. • “Wheel of Fortune” • ASC Ballroom You won’t need to tune into Channel 8 to take part in this awesome game show. “Wheel of Fortune” is coming to YOU! While Vanna White and Pat Sajak will not be in attendance, the awesome prizes that will be given out are sure to blow you away! 7-8 p.m. • Graduate Student Welcome Station • Davis Lobby Attention graduate students! Stop by the Welcome Station for information on upcoming events and graduate student funding opportunities. Pizza and drinks will be provided with free giveaways! Sponsored by the Graduate Student Affairs Committee (GSAC). 7:30-9 p.m. • Win, Lose, or Draw with Delta Phi Epsilon • EN B121 Join the sisters of Delta Phi Epsilon Sorority for a fun game night. All students are welcome to meet and interact with the sisters and other students while playing a spin-off game to Charades. 10 p.m.-1 a.m. • Welcome Back Dance Party • ASC Ballroom What better way to be welcomed back to campus than with an awesome dance party? Grab all of your friends and join the Programs Council for the first dance of the Spring 2016 semester! This is one you won’t want to miss! SouthernCT.edu/welcomeweek SouthernCT.edu/welcomeweek• •@SCSUWOW @SCSUWOW• •#SCSUWOW #SCSUWOW1313
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FRI JAN 22 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. • The Second Half: Calling All First-Year Students • EN B 121 Join the Office of New Student and Sophomore Programs and the Class of 2019 as we connect and socialize through SCSU trivia! Join us for a game show-themed afternoon as we will highlight upcoming events and identify resources that will be helpful to you as you traverse your second semester at Southern. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. • Sleepy Owlzzz • Granoff Hall Join Health Services for a cozy open house and make your own sleep mask, enjoy delicious refreshments, receive a self-care kit, and learn about healthy sleep habits. Feel free to wear your jammies! 12-1 p.m. • Leadership Luncheon with Dr. Catching • ASC 201 Come kick off the Leadership Lunch Series with Dr. Chris Catching, Assistant Vice President of Student Affairs, and hear his insight on what makes a passionate student leader. RSVP to the Office of Student Involvement and Leadership Development (ASC 212) or by phone at (203) 392-5782 by January 21 at noon to reserve your spot! 1-2 p.m. • So You Want to be an OA? • ASC 201 Are you passionate about SCSU and looking for a way to make a positive impact on campus? Consider applying to become an Orientation Ambassador! Join members of the OA team to learn more about the position and how you can apply to be an OA! 1-3 p.m. • Winter Wellness Fest • SZ 100 Treat yourself to a nice start this semester with the Wellness Center and Counseling Services. Come check out our new space, interact with certified pet therapy dogs, take part in some fun stress relief activities, earn a few prizes, and enjoy our hot cocoa and cupcake bar. 1:30-2:30 p.m. • Owl That and More! • ASC 201 While you may be back for the spring semester, we want to assure that your SCSU Owl Spirit came back from break as well! Stop by the Student Center, meet new friends and create an Owl decoration to help start your semester off right! 8-10 p.m. • Extraordinist Craig Karges • Lyman Center Kick back and relax on the first Friday of the semester with Craig Karges. He is truly extraordinary! The “extraordinist” is an award-winning entertainer and mentalist. He combines the art of magic with the science of psychology and the power of intuition to create the impression that nothing is impossible. Tables float, minds are read, metal bends, and your imagination is challenged — you won’t believe your eyes! Tickets are free for all SCSU students! Any non-SCSU students can purchase tickets at the Lyman Center box office.
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SATN JA 23 1-4 p.m. • A “Cool” Summer • ASC Ballroom Turn up the heat! Join us for “A Cool Summer.” You can take part in awesome activities — decorate airbrushed beach towels, make your own fish tank, create letter art — canvas tote bags, food, crafts and more. Enjoy a screening of Minions. 1-4 p.m. • Chase the Chill: Scarf Making • ASC Ballroom Give back to the New Haven community by creating a fleece scarf that will be donated to those in need. Scarves will be dropped off on the New Haven Green with invitations for community members to claim them. 7-9 p.m. • “SCSU Make a Deal” • ASC Ballroom Wear your craziest costume for your chance to “make A Deal” and win some awesome prizes at Southern’ s version of the classic game show. This is definitely one not to be missed!
SUNN JA 24 3:30-9 p.m. • NFL Playoff Party • Farnham Programming Space Join us for the NFL Conference championship games and watch the playoffs unfold. Arrive at 3:30 p.m. sharp to watch the game and get your pizza and wings!
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Check Out Southern’s Annual Spring Events! Chinese New Year Celebration Monday, February 8
Hall Olympics Sunday, April 17 All nine residence halls take part in friendly competitions in various events. Events range from threelegged races and scavenger hunts to three-on-three basketball tournaments and more! Spring Week Monday April 18 – Saturday April 23 Spring Week takes place during the final weeks of the spring semester, and highlights include the Spring Week concert and dance party. In the past, the Spring Week concert has featured artists such as Fabolous, The Roots, Trey Songz, The Dream, Talib Kweli, Yellowcard and more.
MLK Jr. Day Celebration Wednesday, February 10 Otus’ Birthday Wednesday, March 2 Help us celebrate everyone’s favorite Owl. The day will be filled with Owl Spirit! Don’t forget your blue and white! Women’s Appreciation Day Celebration Tuesday, March 29 Heritage Ball Thursday, April 14 Relay For Life Friday April 29 – Saturday April 30 Relay For Life events raise money for cancer research while also recognizing and celebrating caregivers, who give time, love, and support to their friends, family, neighbors and coworkers facing cancer.
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The Big Event Saturday, April 23 The Big Event is a campus-wide initiative that brings Southern students and staff together to support the New Haven community through service and volunteerism. Registration opens in march. Student Appreciation Day Wednesday, April 27 Programs Council sponsors a day of events and giveaways to recognize students for all their hard work.
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to manage your student records. Here you can find your schedule, check grades, manage financial awards, and search the course catalog.
Blue Crew: SCSU Spirit Squad CA: Commuter Assistant Conn: Connecticut Hall [Dining Hall] Dogleg: Parking lot behind Brownell Hall that is typically used for overnight guest parking
FNF4A: Friday Night Free-For-All Food Loot: Money on your Hoot Loot that can be spent at any on-campus dining facility
Hoot Loot: Your university ID card that also can be used as a pre-paid debit card, referred to as your Hoot Loot.
MySCSU: The center of technology needs at SCSU. Here you can find links to Learn9, Banner Web, and Owls Mail.
OA: Orientation Ambassador Otus: The university’s mascot. He is the head of our Owl family!
OwlConnect: The hub of all involvement on campus. [clubs.southernct.edu]
Owls Account: SCSU email ProCon: Programs Council RA: Resident Advisor RHA: Residence Hall Association RIDES: The RIDES program gives students the ability to utilize a Metro Taxi and have the bill charged to their student account.
Roberta’s (Berta’s): North Campus Market SGA: Student Government Association TE 8: Temporary Building 8 UPASS: A free CT Transit bus pass that can be picked up
SCSU Lingo
BannerWeb: A student information system that is used
at the University Card Office
Week of Welcome [WOW]: First week of the semester
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David Cross “Making America Great Again!” Sat., April 2, 8 p.m. Actor, director, writer and comedian. He cocreated the groundbreaking sketch comedy show, mr. Show with Bob & David and starred on the Emmy-winning TV series Arrested Development. He has acted in dozens of features, including men in Black II and Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless mind. Earlier this year he made his directorial debut with his feature Hits. His new sketch comedy series With Bob and David will debuted on Netflix this year. Performance may contain adult content. Tickets: $35 Premium (main Sections m 1-6), $25 Regular (Upper Sections U1 & U12), $20 Regular SCSU Faculty Staff and Student Guest (Limit 2), $15 Regular SCSU Student w/valid ID (Limit 1). Seating: Reserved
LOL Comedy Series @Lyman Center! Jim Norton “Mouthful of Shame Tour” Sun., Feb. 21, 8 p.m. American comedian, radio personality, bestselling author and actor, Jim Norton is the co-host of The Opie with Jim Norton Show on Sirius Xm Radio and currently has 3 one-hour comedy specials available on Hulu. He has regularly guest-starred on The Tonight Show, The Late Show with David Letterman, Louie, and Inside Amy Schumer. For more information about Jim Norton, check out; follow him on Twitter @jimnorton. Performance Contains Adult Content
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Craig Karges Fri., Jan. 22, 8 p.m Craig Karges is truly extraordinary! The “extraordinist” is an award-winning entertainer and mentalist who has made over four thousand appearances in 17 countries on four continents and in all 50 states. He combines the art of magic with the science of psychology and the power of intuition to create the impression that nothing is impossible. Tables float, minds are read, metal bends, and your imagination is challenged because you won’t believe your eyes! Tickets: $15 General Public, $5 Faculty/Staff, and SCSU Student Guests (Limit 2) FREE for SCSU Student with valid ID (Limit 1) Seating: General admission
JA ZZ *Only $120 for four great shows!
Fourplay • Sax Pack • Boney James • and another top act on sale Jan. 23
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20 16 Athletics Schedule Home Games Visit SouthernCTowls.com for athletics news and schedules. Home games are in bold. MEN’S BASKETBALL 1/2 1/6 1/9 1/12 1/16 1/20 1/23 1/26 1/30 2/2 2/6 2/9 2/13 2/17 2/20 2/23
Le moyne College Saint Michael’s College Stonehill College merrimack College Saint Anselm College Southern New Hampshire University Franklin Pierce University Assumption College Bentley University University of Bridgeport Adelphi University American International College College of Saint Rose University of New Haven Le Moyne College Pace University
Syracuse, NY New Haven, Conn. New Haven, Con. North Andover, mass. manchester, NH New Haven, Conn. Rindge, NH New Haven, Conn. Waltham, mass. New Haven, Conn. New Haven, Conn. Springfield, mass. Albany, NY New Haven, Conn. New Haven, Conn. New York. NY
2:00 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 3:30 p.m. 3:30 p.m. 3:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 3:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 3:30 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 3:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 4:00 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 3:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m.
Syracuse, NY New Haven, Conn. New Haven, Conn North Andover, mass. manchester, NH New Haven, Conn Rindge, NH New Haven, Conn Waltham, mass. New Haven, Conn Springfield, mass Albany, NY New Haven, Conn. New Haven, Conn. New York, NY
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WOMEN’S BASKETBALL 1/2 1/6 1/9 1/12 1/16 1/20 1/23 1/26 1/30 2/6 2/9 2/13 2/17 2/20 2/23
Le moyne College Saint Michael’s College Stonehill College merrimack College Saint Anselm College Southern New Hampshire University Franklin Pierce University Assumption College Bentley University Adelphi University American International College College of Saint Rose University of New Haven Le Moyne College Pace University
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WOMEN’S GYMNASTICS 1/16 1/24 1/30 1/31 2/6 2/12 2/13 2/21 2/26 3/6 3/12 3/19 4/7
Brown, Springfield, Ithaca New Haven, Conn. at Towson with North Carolina, West Chester Towson, mD at Yale with New Hampshire, Bridgeport New Haven, Conn. at Springfield with SUNY-Cortland Springfield, mass. at Temple with William & mary, West Chester, Ursinus Philadelphia, PA at Bridgeport with Brown Bridgeport, Conn. University of New Hampshire Durham, NH Yale, Brown (Senior Day/Alumni Luncheon) New Haven, Conn. at West Chester, Temple, William & mary Philadelphia, PA at Rutgers with Towson, West Chester Piscataway, NJ at Brown with Temple Providence, RI ECAC Championships Bridgeport, Conn. USAG Collegiate Nationals St. Louis, mO
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MEN’S AND WOMEN’S SWIMMING & DIVING 1/9 1/13 1/16 1/22 2/4-7 2/19-21 3/9-12
Marist College Connecticut College Le Moyne College Pace University NE-10 Championship metropolitan Championship NCAA Championships
New Haven, Conn. New London, Conn. New Haven, Conn. New Haven, Conn. Worcester, mass. Piscataway, NJ Indianapolis, IN
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MEN’S INDOOR TRACK & FIELD 1/10 1/13 1/14 1/15 1/29 1/29 1/30 2/4 2/5 2/12 2/13 2/20 3/11 3/12
Dartmouth Relays University of Rhode Island University of Rhode Island St. Thomas Aquinas Div. II Challenge Terrier Classic Terrier Classic Tufts Stampede metropolitan Conference Championships metropolitan Conference Championships Valentine’s Invitational Valentine’s Invitational Northeast-10 Championship NCAA Championships NCAA Championships
Hanover, NH Kingston, RI Kingston, RI Staten Island, NY Boston, mA Boston, mA Boston, mA Riverdale, NY Staten Island, NY Boston, mA Boston, mA Boston, mA Pittsburg, KS Pittsburg, KS
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WOMEN’S INDOOR TRACK & FIELD 1/10 1/15 1/29 1/29 1/30 2/4 2/5 2/12 2/13 2/20 3/11 3/12
Dartmouth Relays St. Thomas Aquinas Div. II Challenge Terrier Classic Terrier Classic Tufts Stampede metropolitan Conference Championships metropolitan Conference Championships Valentine’s Invitational Valentine’s Invitational Northeast-10 Championship NCAA Championships NCAA Championships
Hanover, NH Staten Island, NY Boston, mA Boston, mA Boston, mA Riverdale, NY Staten Island, NY Boston, mA Boston, mA Boston, mA Pittsburg, KS Pittsburg, KS
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We are the place where hungry minds gather. Between classes, studying, going to work, and your social life, who has time to get an affordable, healthy meal in a convenient time frame? Take a break! Use your My Meals Meal Plan to eat what you want, when you want, and how you want! Meal plans can be redeemed at the University's all-you-care-to-eat Connecticut Dining Hall or any of the food service retail locations, including the Bagel Wagon, Davis Hall, North Campus Market and the Adanti Student Center Food Court, including Dunkin Donuts. There are a wide variety of meal plans to fit all different schedules and life styles. All residence hall students are required to have a meal plan. But don’t worry; Commuter Meal Plans can be purchased at any time as well. We also offer allergen friendly options. BIG BENEFITS! • SAVE UP TO 40% • SAVE ON SALES TAX! • SAVE YOUR PARKING SPACE! NO NEED TO CARRY CASH! • NUTRITIOUS FOOD OPTIONS! • INVITE A FRIEND!
TO PURCHASE A MEAL PLAN Visit the University Card Office or HootLoot.SouthernCT.edu/mealplans