WHAT’S THE WORD UNIVERSITY OF THE INCARNATE WORD
AUGUST 17, 2015
WELCOME WEEK
FALL 2015
Welcome back Cardinals! A quick welcome from our Dean of Campus Life, Dr. RenĂŠe Moore I am delighted to welcome you to the University of the Incarnate Word. You are joining a community that is committed to excellence and dedicated to our mission of education, truth, innovation, service, and faith. I encourage you to become an active member of this community of scholars and learners. Exercise every opportunity to grow intellectually, spiritually, emotionally, and socially. The Campus Life Staff is available to assist you in achieving your goals by creating a campus climate conducive to your personal development. As your Dean, I am available to assist you with any questions or concerns you have in accessing the campus services and understanding the University campus policies and processes. The areas for which I am most directly responsible (Counseling, Food Service, Student Conduct, Health Services, Student Activities, Student Center, and Residence Life) have links from the Student Life tab on the UIW homepage: http://www.uiw.edu/studentlife/index.html Please utilize these services in support of your academic success. Whatever your concern, the Campus Life staff is happy to assist you. Feel free to stop by our offices, call, or send me an e-mail. Best wishes for a successful educational experience at UIW. Sincerely, RenĂŠe Thurston Moore, Ph.D. Dean of Campus Life 210-805-5864 reneem@uiwtx.edu
WELCOME FRESHMAN
Fri-Sat, August 14-15
Cardinal Camp 9am - 4pm
Sponsored by University Events and Student Programs
Earn your wings at Cardinal Camp 2015! Attend this two-day camp at John Newcombe Ranch to have fun, meet fellow students and learn about life at UIW. Register at uiw.edu/cardinalcamp
Sun, August 16
Welcome Mass and BBQ 10:30am Sponsored by University Mission and Ministry
Students and their families are invited to attend the first mass of the academic year at Our Lady’s Chapel, then join University Mission and Ministry for a welcome Barbecue on Dubuis Lawn.
Cardinal Crawl 7:30pm Sponsored by Residence Life
CRAWL from party to party in celebration of the new academic year! Enjoy live music, free food and free T-shirts! Located in the Rosenberg Skyroom.
Mon, August 17
First Day of School
Stop by the Student Center in Dubuis Lounge to ask questions and get your campus map!
Welcome Week River Jam 7pm - 9pm
Sponsored by University Events and Student Programs
Take a break from the first day of classes and join us for free food and live music by Shane Smith and the Saints! Free for students.
Student Center License Plates 11am - 2pm
Sponsored by University Events and Student Programs and Student Center
Stop by the Student Center in Dubuis Lounge to get your free personalized mini license plate!
Thurs, August 20 Student Organization Fair 11am - 2pm
Thurs, August 13 New Student Move-In 9am - 5 pm
Proceed to your building assignments for keys, valuable information and help moving into your new UIW home.
Move-In BBQ 11am - 1pm
Sponsored by Alumni and Parent Relations
Enjoy free food and meet with fellow Cardinals on Dubuis Lawn!
Pinning Ceremony 6 pm
Sponsored by Campus Life, Student Government Association, and University Mission and Ministry
Receive a special welcome from UIW faculty and student leaders at the McDermott Convocation Center. We invite all parents and students to this memorable ceremony.
Tues, August 18 Student Center Flipbooks 11am - 2pm
Sponsored by University Events and Student Programs and Student Center
Be sure to stop by the Student Center to turn 10 seconds of fun into a memorable flipbook!
Meet the Greeks 11am - 1pm Sponsored by Greek Life
Interested in Greek Life? Come by Dubuis Lawn to learn what it means to be Greek.
CAB takes Vegas 6pm - 8pm
Sponsored by Campus Activities Board
No better way to visit the Fabulous Las Vegas than with your Campus Activities Board in the Skyroom! Join us for an evening of casino games, showcases, fun and prizes – Cardinal style!
Sponsored by Student Government Association
Get involved! Join and learn about all organizations at the campus Activities Fair.
Student Center Phonecases 11am - 2pm
Sponsored by University Events and Student Programs and Student Center
Stop by the Student Center in Dubuis Lounge to get your free personalized phone cases.
Modern Magic 6pm - 8pm
Sponsored by University Events and Student Programs
A modern magic show that will blow your mind. Catch Frank DeVille performing street magic throughout campus.
Wed, August 19 Student Center Phone Stands 11am - 2pm Sponsored by University Events and Student Programs and Student Center
Join the Student Center and make personalized charging stands for your phone!
The UIW Greeks are a diverse community comprised of local, national, and international Greek organizations that fall under one of three Greek Councils. This community offers its members opportunities to expand their student experience through leadership, academic excellence, philanthropy, brotherhood and sisterhood. Meet The Greeks August 18, 2015 11am-2pm Dubuis Lawn
Sorority Info Night August 25, 2015 5pm Westgate Circle
UIW Interfraternity Council
All but 2 presidents and Vice Presidents of The United states are greek members
-Chi Phi -Kappa Sigma -Lambda Chi Alpha UIW Multicultural Council
-Omega Delta Phi
UNIVERSITY OF THE INCARNATE WORD
Fraternity Life Event August 31, 2015 5:30pm Dubuis Lawn
UIW Panhellenic Council
-Alpha Sigma Alpha -Alpha Sigma Tau -Delta Beta Chi -Delta Xi Nu
@UIWgreeklife
Brotherhood is... a family that will help you grow professionally and help you succeed throughout your life! Steven Reyes- Omega Delta Phi
#ReThinkGreek
Greek Night With The Scorpions Come together on September 9th for a night of fun and soccer. In addition to a discounted ticket offer, Greek Life members will have the opportunity to go onto the field after the game and take a shot on goal. Reserve today!
Saturday @ 7:30
EXPLORE YOUR TECHNOLOGY
Sep. 9th
August 28
VS
Sep. 9th at 7:30 pm @ Toyota Field
Special Discounted Pricing!
Endline North
TECH ASSIST
$10 (Reg. $14)
Noon – 1:00 pm Student Blackboard Lunch and Learn GB212
Blackboard 101 - This is a student-centered event that will focus on Blackboard from the student’s perspective. Join Terry Peak for free pizza and learn how to navigate Blackboard, discuss the finer points of MyWord.
September 25
Noon – 1:00 pm Student Lunch and Learn GB212
Effective PowerPoint- This is a student-centered event that will focus on how to effectively share information with your audience using PowerPoint. At the end of this half-hour session, you will know the secrets to minimizing boredom and maximizing attention. In other words, you learn how to stop your PowerPoint presentation from becoming PowerPointless.
October 30
Noon – 1:00 pm Student Blackboard Lunch and Learn GB212
Reserve your tickets today! https://sascorpions.wufoo.com/forms/greek-life-night-with-the-scorpions/
210-637-3427 Manu Luna
Blackboard 201- In this session, Terry will be explaining some of the finer points of the Blackboard LMS. Topics include accessing collaborative tools such as blogs and wikis, reviewing the student resource tab, and using the mashup tool. Attendees will be fed, which is perfect for that student whose wallet is empty after attending homecoming.
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We are moved in and ready for the school year! A special Thanks to All of our Volunteers this year, We had over 300 students helping our freshman cardinals. -UIW UESP & Res Life
Thank you for another great year!
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