What’s Next
The SIUE Experience is the second half of your onboarding process at SIUE. During the SIUE Experience students will…. • Receive an official welcome from the University during Academic Convocation • Be introduced to the strong learning environment that SIUE offers • Learn more about SIUE values and your commitment as a member of the SIUE community • Have the opportunity to engage with faculty, staff and your peers throughout the weekend • Be introduced to SIUE traditions and the importance of fostering an inclusive campus community • Be introduced to student involvement opportunities and the importance of student engagement
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SIUE Values • Excellence • Integrity • Wisdom • Inclusion • Citizenship
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Overview of the SIUE Experience weekend The SIUE Experience is a combination of a series of academic and social events: • Move in – Thursday • Freshmen First Night • Commuter Student Welcome Breakfast • Begin your SIUE Experience – classroom session • Academic Convocation • Welcome Parade and Class Photo • Cougar Kick Off • Service Project
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Excitement on Day One Thursday • Move in – for residential students • Freshmen First Night – for all new incoming students • Introduction to food services and dining options
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Begin Your SIUE Experience Friday • Eat Breakfast with your RA/attend the Commuter Student Breakfast • The SIUE Experience - Peer led session • New Student Convocation and Class Photo • Class tours and trips to Textbooks Services • Fun activities in the evening
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Service Project – Saturday • Opportunity to engage with faculty and staff • Have a meaningful conversation about service learning with upper class student leaders
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What else is available during the SIUE Experience – University Resources The following offices are open on Friday during the SIUE Experience • Academic Advising • Learning Support Services • Student Financial Aid • Student Employment • Parking Services • ITS
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Mark Your Calendars
August 16-19, 2018 It’s important to check your SIUE email for more information
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Join Our Social Media • Download the SIUE app • Add SIUE on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Snapchat • Join the Class of 2022 Facebook Page
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Questions?
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