Week of Welcome 2013

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Week of Welcome 2013

W

elcome to the University of Oregon! As your Student Orientation Staff (SOSers), we were so pumped to meet

you during IntroDUCKtion a few weeks ago, and now we’re gearing up for the new school year.

We offer activities before classes begin for you to learn about the many resources available to you, meet new people, and make friends! We call this event Week of Welcome (WOW). During this event you’ll learn a ton and participate in several social events and outdoor activities, so we hope you’re excited!

Be sure not to miss #InterMingle2013 on Friday, September 27, and Convocation, Sunday, September 29.

See you at WOW 2013! Go Ducks!

#UOWOW #Oregon2017

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Week of Welcome 2013

Orientation

Unpack the Quack

Spirit Rally

Required for students who did NOT attend IntroDUCKtion ➧ p5

Residence hall staggered check-in ➧ p6 [Early check-in ➧ p4]

Learn what it means to be a Duck fan ➧ p8

This week’s to-do list ➧ Check out the Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art’s Instagram Exhibit September 27, 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. ➧ Register your bike with UO Police Department ➧ Pick up your ID Card in the EMU ➧ Load Campus Cash ➧ Download the UO mobile app

Intermingle

Convocation 2013

Music, games, food & prizes ➧ p12 & p16

UO’s proudest tradition ➧ p14

Find out more: im.uoregon.edu & #InterMingle2013

➧ Register for Craft Center Workshops September 25-29.

For more info: craftcenter.uoregon.edu Craft Center Workshops include: ceramics, tie-dye, fiber arts, wood working, glass blowing, jewelry, painting, drawing, and more!

© 2013 University of Oregon

and much more ➧ #UOWOW WEEK OF WELCOME 2013 UNIVERSITY OF OREGON 3

Monday, September 23 ïHOUSING 7CLARK HONORS COLLEGE 9:00 PM – 5 pM

Early residence hall check-in for Clark Honors College students

7CLARK HONORS COLLEGE 8SOCIAL ,PARENTS 3:30 PM – 4:00 PM

CLARK HONORS COLLEGE NEW PARENT RECEPTION Multi-Purpose Room Global Scholars Hall

Welcome parents and guardians of incoming students!

Official welcome from the Clark Honors College Dean. Meet faculty members and other new parents. Light refreshments served. RSVP requested, invitations to be mailed in August.

cRESIDENCE HALL EARLY CHECK-IN? •A ll students planning on arriving before September 26 must receive prior approval by University Housing with confirmation by sponsoring department.

Tuesday, September 24 ïHOUSING

ÄGRADUATE STUDENTS `INFORMATIONAL

9:00 am – 5:00 pm

12:00 PM – 3:00 PM Ballroom/Gumwood, EMU

EARLY RESIDENCE HALL CHECK-IN

NEW GRADUATE STUDENT FAIR AND ORIENTATION

• Check-in for students who did NOT attend IntroDUCKtion and are here for academic advising.

Incoming graduate students will get information about more than 20 campus resources at our fair and will also hear about some of the most important services available to grad students.

This event is also a great opportunity to meet other new graduate students and get a sneak peek at our fall Grad Student Workshop Series.

For details, call 541-346-5129.

• A pre-contract arrival charge will be billed in addition to academic-year room and board charges to all other pre-approved university department check-ins.

• Carnegie Global Oregon FIG by 6:00 p.m.

See CGO17 Facebook group for more info!

• University Housing check-in dates for university-sponsored groups may vary and are to be prearranged with the sponsoring department and University Housing.

CLARK HONORS COLLEGE NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION

• Park as close as possible to your complex (be sure to follow posted parking directions; no free parking on these days).

• Check in at the Area Desk for your complex.

• For questions, please call University Housing at 541-346-4277

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7CLARK HONORS COLLEGE cMANDATORY 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Multi-Purpose Room Global ScholarS Hall Get ready to launch your academic career at the Clark Honors College. Meet your fellow students and faculty, participate in stimulating discussions, and learn about opportunities and resources unique to Clark Honors College students. Lunch and snacks are provided.

Faculty will serve up Prince Puckler’s Homemade Ice Cream in the afternoon, followed by an exciting activity with the Clark Honors College Student Association. If you have special needs contact the CHC Office at 541-346-5414.

Note: This is a required event for all incoming CHC freshman and transfer students.

ïHOUSING 8SOCIAL RESIDENCE HALL ACTIVITIES See your student staff member for details.

`INFORMATIONAL

GET INVOLVED

Visit GetInvolved.uoregon.edu to get the scoop on all events, sports, clubs, student organizations, entertainment, leadership, and volunteer opportunities!

Wednesday, September 25  cMANDATORY   sACADEMIC  `INFORMATIONAL

WEEK OF WELCOME ORIENTATION

Required orientation for students who did NOT attend IntroDUCKtion.

ACADEMIC ADVISING & REGISTRATION Mandatory for students who did not attend IntroDUCKtion or the May advising session for transfer students. Please register on DuckWeb.

FRESHMEN

TRANSfER STUDENTS

Admitted students with 36 or more credits and graduated from high school prior to 2013

Admitted students with 0-35 credits or graduated from high school 2013

8:30 AM – 9:00 AM  TURF FIELD, STUDENT RECREATION CENTER

10:30 AM – 1:00 PM  TURF FIELD, STUDENT RECREATION CENTER

MANDATORY CHECK-IN

MANDATORY CHECK-IN

Check in to receive important advising and registration materials and your workshop and advising locations.

Students must meet with an advisor to obtain a first-time registration personal identification number (PIN).

Check in to receive important advising and registration materials and your workshop and advising locations.

Students must meet with an advisor to obtain a firsttime registration personal identification number (PIN).

9:30 AM – 11:00 AM

11:15 AM – 12:45 PM

ACADEMIC ADVISING WORKSHOP 11:15 AM – 12:45 PM

MATH AND SECOND-LANGUAGE PLACEMENT TESTING DEPARTMENTAL & UNDECLARED ADVISING BEGINS AT 1:30 PM

ACADEMIC ADVISING WORKSHOP DEPARTMENTAL & UNDECLARED ADVISING BEGINS AT 1:30 PM

ĂŻHOUSING

cMANDATORY   7CLARK HONORS COLLEGE   sACADEMIC

9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

10:00 AM – 5:00 PM  303 Chapman

EARLY RESIDENCE HALL CHECK-IN

CLARK HONORS COLLEGE ADVISING

See page 4 for information.

Required advising only for CHC students who were unable to come to IntroDUCKtion.

Ăą NON-TRADITIONAL STUDENTS   `INFORMATIONAL 9:00 AM – 10:15 AM  Walnut Room, EMU

NOT YOUR TRADITIONAL DUCK? THERE’S A UO FOR ALL OF US If you identify as a nontraditional student, you and your family are invited to network with other nontraditional students. A panel of current nontraditional students will share information about campus resources and provide tips for navigating the UO while balancing other responsibilities. Following this session, participate in a personalized campus resource tour.

Children welcome!

Ă„GRADUATE STUDENTS   `INFORMATIONAL 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM  PLC 180

11:15 AM – 12:45 PM

MATH PLACEMENT TESTING McKenzie Hall, Main Lobby

Students who need to take a math placement test will have one opportunity this day to do so.

Math placement testing will begin promptly at 11:15 a.m. This IS NOT a drop-in session.

Students will be led to McKenzie Hall by SOS student staff. The use of a calculator is permitted, but will not be furnished.

11:15 AM – 12:45 PM

SECOND-LANGUAGE PLACEMENT TESTING Computer lab, EMU

Students will have one opportunity this day to take a placement test for French, German, or Spanish. Testing begins at 11:15 a.m. and will be held at the EMU Computer Lab. Students needing to take both the math and a language placement exam should take the math placement test first and when finished come to the EMU Computer Lab for the language placement test.

For more information: testing.uoregon.edu

ïHOUSING  8SOCIAL 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM LLC Courtyard and performance hall

Ice Cream Social

Students will attend an advising workshop 10:00-10:30 a.m. Students with undeclared majors will receive individual advising from Clark Honors College Faculty Advisors.

Come meet your neighbors and Residence Hall Association.

Enjoy ice cream treats as

Students with declared majors will go to departmental advising in their departments or schools at 1:30 p.m.

you make new friends and

Note: Advising required before fall registration.

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Thursday, September 26

ïHOUSING 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Unpack the Quack!

Residence hall staggered check-in ✓C heck the room assignment information sent to you in August for your specific check-in time. ✓G reen and yellow balloons and friendly volunteer staff will greet and direct you to your check-in location, as well as assist in unloading and moving heavy items.

cMANDATORY ïHOUSING 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM

LIVE AS A DUCK: RESIDENCE HALL FLOOR MEETINGS ,PARENTS `INFORMATIONAL 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM Humpy Lumpy Lawn

PARENT & FAMILY ASSOCIATION AND STUDENT ALUMNI ASSOCIATION WELCOME TABLE The Parent & Family Association and Student Alumni Association have events planned for Thursday and Friday. For more information and event registration please visit uodos.uoregon. edu/family.aspx before September 6. We look forward to seeing you on move-in day at the Hamilton Humpy Lumpy Lawn.

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Required residence hall orientation.

Essential community development session.

Challenge and engage yourself while you learn about your fellow community members and begin to build a community together.

Thursday, September 26 `INFORMATIONAL

8SOCIAL 5:00 PM – 6:30 pM Jaqua Academic Center

A FAMILY AFFAIR Enjoy a relaxing reception after a rigorous day of climbing stairs and unpacking boxes.

A great chance to connect with other UO families!

10:00 AM – 3:00 PM Concourse in the EMU

8SOCIAL 9:00 PM – 12:00 aM

Duck N2 the Rec Free food, fun & prizes! ✓ Open recreation

STUDENT ACTIVITIES AND INFORMATION TABLING FAIR Various departments from around campus and corporate vendors sharing information, freebies, and treats! Stop by throughout the day! Repeats Friday.

11:45 AM – 1:00 PM Alsea/Coquille, EMU

FIND A JOB!

✓ Climbing

Career Center staff will show you how to search for part-time jobs both on and off campus. We’ll give you suggestions and tools for your job search. If you’re new to job seeking, we can help you identify your skills.

✓ Bouldering

11:45 AM – 1:00 PM Ben Linder, EMU

✓ Club Sports

FRATERNITY & SORORITY LIFE: ADD ANOTHER CHAPTER TO YOUR LIFE

✓ Fitness classes ✓ Intramural sports ✓ PE classes

Come learn what the largest student organization at the UO can bring to your life.

Intellectual advancement, lifelong relationships, leadership development, and active citizenship are only the beginning of this experience. Both students and parents are welcome to attend this session where recruitment staff will be available to answer questions about how to get involved.

1:00 PM – 2:15 PM Walnut Room, EMU

SOS PRESENTS: IT’S RAINING GREEN AND YELLOW Learn how to be a Duck that succeeds in rain or shine. The weather in Eugene can be daunting to some but we will tell you about all the great outdoor adventures to be had in the Pacific Northwest. Come enjoy prizes, snacks, and meeting new people while we show you all that you need to know about weather!

2:30 PM – 3:45 PM Fir Room, EMU

SOS PRESENTS: GAME DAY – DUCKSTYLE Whether you’re a diehard sports buff or not sure if the sport scene is for you, come to our event and learn what sporting events are like Duckstyle! There will be giveaways, food, and current students sharing stories of what sporting events are like at the UO.

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4:00 PM – 5:15 PM Walnut Room, EMU

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SOS PRESENTS: DOMINATING DUCKWEB

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Feeling behind the curve when it comes to using DuckWeb? Never fear because we will show you how to start “Dominating DuckWeb” with all kinds of tips and tricks. Whether it’s using your degree audit, registering for classes, or even checking your billing statement, DuckWeb has it all, and we will show you how to access it! Oh, and for all your hard work we will have food and awesome prizes!

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We are Oregon:

The Spirit & Traditions of UO Friday 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM Matthew Knight Arena We’ll celebrate our student-athletes and coaches, while learning what it means to be a fan at the UO! After the rally, don’t miss #InterMingle2013

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Friday, September 27 cMANDATORY sACADEMIC

`INFORMATIONAL

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM & 11:00 AM – 12 PM 150 Columbia Hall

8:30 AM – 9:45 AM Alsea Room, EMU

10:00 AM – 3:00 PM Concourse in the Erb Memorial Union

Freshman Interest Groups Welcome Meeting

SOS PRESENTS: TO BELIEVE OR NOT TO BELIEVE

STUDENT ACTIVITIES AND INFORMATION TABLING FAIR

Want to explore your own spirituality? Find a religious group on campus? Connect with students of different faiths? Our “Finding Faith” event is for you! We will explore various religions and spirituality with guest speakers from an assortment of religious communities on and off campus. There will be prizes, food, and fun.

See you there!

Various departments from around campus and corporate vendors sharing information, freebies, and treats. Stop by throughout the day!

TWO SESSIONS check your time!

Students who are registered in a Freshman Interest Group (FIG) will meet with their fellow students, FIG assistants, and faculty for the first time.

Be on time! The individual groups will leave for other campus locations.

ARE YOU registered for a fig? If you don’t know, call 541-346-2896 or 541-346-1131 The following figs Meet at 10:00 am

The following figs Meet at 11:00 am

Animal Behavior Art of Expression Art, Culture, and Comics Bella Italia!

Better Living through Research Black, Brown and Beige (Jazz & 20th Century Lit) Breaking the Wall Carnegie Global Oregon Characters of East Asia Chemistry of Sustainability COLLEGE: A Screwball Comedy Cultural Encounters Culture at the Crossroads Digging Up History Electronic Nose Examined Life Got Opinions?

Hashtag #Eugene Hip Hop & Politics of Race Honors Science Imperial Visions Inside Architecture International Outlook Intersections of Expression Justice Matters Justice, Beauty, and Nature Language Myths & Myths of Language Maps & Apps Media Mirror Mindful Journey

Molecular Me Moving to MTV Oregon Outside Paging Dr. Darwin ¿Papas o Patatas?

Past or Portal?

Pictures Say a 1000 Words Politically Creative Psychology of War Radical Stirrings Science in the News Science Story Silk Road Social Progress, Social Change Social Services Sorting Hat Starry Night Stories We Tell Students without Borders Thinking about Teaching?

Tomato, Tomäto Urban Garden Value and Values Vamos lá Brasil!

Visualize Your World Vive la France!

War and Peace What is Natural?

World Within Us You Talking to Me?

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9:45 AM – 11:00 AM Alsea Room, EMU

SOS PRESENTS: ART-NATION IN DUCK-NATION Art comes in many forms and so do our Ducks!

Come find and explore all the different art scenes in Eugene. Whether it’s art galleries, slam poetry, music, or even glass blowing there is a plethora of ways to be artistic in Eugene and all of Oregon.

Come see how and win some prizes!

10:00 AM – 1:00 PM Hendricks Hall North Lawn

CAREER CENTER DISCOVERY FAIR Looking for a part-time job? Does the Career Center help with internships? Is there a class I can take to help me research my options? Follow your Duck feet to the Career Center to explore options and meet with a few employers at the Discovery Fair. Food, fun, and prizes await you!

10:30 AM – 11:45 AM Rogue Room, EMU

VETERAN AND FAMILY STUDENT WELCOME This is a chance to network with current student veterans, make yourself at home in our Student Veterans Center, learn about the resources available to you on campus, and get your questions answered. You will learn about your VA benefits, involvement opportunities, and support programs. Representatives from the Veterans and Family Student Association, Nontraditional Student Programs, and Veterans Services will present services and answer your questions.

11:00 AM – 12:15 PM Metolius Room, EMU

SOS PRESENTS: QUACK OPEN YOUR TEXTBOOKS Come to our event and learn all the awesome ways students buy their textbooks. Whether it’s buying online, renting, or using the Duck Store there are plenty of ways to find your books for class! So come enjoy free food and prizes and learn how you can “quack open your textbooks!”

10:00 AM – 1:30 AM Living Learning Center Performance Hall

cMANDATORY ,PARENTS

FRIDAY IS PARENTS’ DAY OFF!

PARENTS’ DAY OFF UO Parent and Family Association members are invited to join the PFA for some fun excursions around the greater Eugene area. Join us for wine tasting, a hike up Spencer Butte, or an exciting trip to the Oregon Coast.

For more information or to register, please visit studentlife.uoregon.edu/family.aspx or contact the Dean of Students office at 541-346-3216 and ask for Family Programs.

Friday, September 27 `INFORMATIONAL

cMANDATORY

ïHOUSING

2:30 PM – 5:00 PM

12:30 pm – 1:30 PM & 2:00 pm – 3:00 PM

OPEN HOUSES AT HEALTH, COUNSELING & TESTING CENTER AND THE TEACHING & LEARNING CENTER

LEARN AS A DUCK: HALL MEETINGS

Go check out these incredible resources for students. They are here to help you. FREE FOOD! FREE STUFF! Scavenger Hunt! The Duck!

REQUIRED RESIDENCE HALL ORIENTATION

CHECK YOUR TIME

Introduction to what you need to know to be successful and thrive in a residence hall community. Brought to you by campus community members who care about your university experience!

2:30 PM – 5:00 PM

LIBRARY TOURS • Knight Library (main library) meet at check-out desk • Science Library meet at basement of Onyx Bridge Hall • Architecture and Allied Arts Library meet at 200 Lawrence Hall

SESSION ONE 12:30 pm – 1:30 PM Barnhart: second-year students & beyond

100 Willamette Hall

Bean: Thornton, Willcox, Parsons, Moore Carson floors 1-3

2:30 PM – 3:45 PM & 3:45 PM – 5:00 PM Walnut Room, EMU

150 Columbia

101 Living Learning Center

GO ABROAD: UO STUDY ABROAD AND INTERNATIONAL INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

3:15 PM – 4:30 PM Alsea Room, EMU

Global Scholars Hall 1-3 all towers

SOS PRESENTS: ADDUCKTED TO SUCCESS

The UO sponsors over 170 study abroad opportunities in 90 countries on all continents and over 120 international internships in 40 countries. Additionally, AHA International provides study abroad opportunities in Africa, Asia, Europe, Latin America, and Oceania. Get your questions answered. Meet representatives from the Study Abroad Programs and AHA International.

Hamilton: Watson, Boynton

182 Lillis Complex

Hoping to be a grade-A Duck? Well then this event is for you. We will show you all the resources available at the UO and how to own your academic life. There will be prizes, food, and fun, so don’t miss out on this head start to success!

Hamilton: Burgess, Collier, Dunn

282 Lillis Complex

Living Learning Center North

177 Lawrence Hall

3:00 PM – 5:00 PM LGBTESSP Office, EMU Suite 34

QUEER DUCKS: LESBIAN, GAY, BISEXUAL, TRANSGENDER, QUEER, AND ALLY WELCOME Come meet and mingle with students, faculty, and staff from various LGBTQ and Ally groups on campus, including representatives from student groups like UOEqual, UO LGBTESSP, the OUTlaws, as well as from the LGBT Education and Support Services Program and the President’s Standing Committee for LGBT Concerns. Get resources, learn how to get involved, grab a slice of pizza, and relax with new friends!

3:15 PM –4:30 PM Owyhee Room, EMU

123 Global Scholars Hall

Riley

221 Allen Hall

Walton: DeCou, Dyment, Hawthorne, McAlister, Schafer 180 PLC

BUDGETING, MONEY MANAGEMENT, AND OTHER TIPS TO SURVIVING COLLEGE

SESSION TWO 2:00 pm – 3:00 PM

Attend this workshop to learn quick financial survival tips and how to make the most of your money.

Bean: Caswell, DeBusk, Ganoe, Henderson

• Understanding checking and savings accounts

Barnhart: first-year students

Carson floors 4-5

100 Willamette Hall 150 Columbia

101 Living Learning Center

• Sharing household bills with roommates

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• Avoiding money problems and card denials

Global Scholars Hall 4-5 all towers

• Budgeting (for the fun stuff too)

Hamilton: Cloran, McClain, Tingle

182 Lillis Complex

Hamilton: Robbins, Spiller

282 Lillis Complex

Living Learning Center South

177 Lawrence Hall

• Saving for emergencies: getting into the habit Presented by Oregon Community Credit Union, conveniently located inside the UO Bookstore on campus. All attendees will receive a small gift and be eligible for other giveaways!

221 Allen Hall 123 Global Scholars Hall

Walton: Adams, Clark, Douglass, Smith, Sweetser

180 PLC

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Friday, September 27

Saturday, September 28

5:00 PM – 9:00 PM EMU East Lawn

occu presents: CARNIVAL COME ON, STEP RIGHT UP! This outdoor carnival will feature all the fun you need to end the summer right and kick off the school year! There will be a bouncy obstacle course, blow-up twister, the gladiator challenge plus music, games, prizes, and lots of free food!

Don’t miss out on this final summer HOORA! Presented by Oregon Community Credit Union.

SATURDAY 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM EMU East Lawn

8:00 PM – 11:00 PM Fish Bowl, EMU

skybox & courtside apartments present:

sos presents: CASINO NIGHT FEELING LUCKY?! Come test out your luck

DUCK TAILGATER

at this casino extravaganza! There will be

Ready for your very first Duck football game?

food, prizes, and plenty of games to inspire a

Nothing says Duck football like a good tailgate.

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bit of healthy competition among friends!

You won’t be using any of your own money so stop by – it is sure to be a Royal Flush!

9:30 PM – 11:30 PM Amphitheater, EMU

sos presents: DJ SPIN OFF LOCAL DJs bring the best out of the turntables as they scratch their way to the title for WOW’s best DJ. There will be dancing, awesome music, and the chance to decide which DJ has what it takes to keep the party going!

Relax and meet other students in the Break.

Sip java in the Buzz.

complete with free food, games, football coverage, and music! Whether you are going to the game or not, this tailgate is sure to be a

8:00 PM – 12:00 AM Break Pool Hall, EMU FRIDAY & SATURDAY

FREE POOL

Meet your SOSers for an awesome tailgate

touchdown!

10:00 PM – 1:00 AM Global Scholars Great Hall

SATURDAY 10:00 PM – 1:00 AM Fishbowl

KARAOKE NIGHT

TEACH ME HOW TO DUCKIE!

Sing along with the Residence Hall Association (RHA).

Whether you come to sing or watch, you’ll want to be there early!

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Put on your dancing shoes and your hot pants and get ready to shake it! Dance your last Saturday of summer away with new friends and great music. There will be plenty of fun and glow to go around because we all know “You’ll never shine if you don’t glow!”

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Saturday, September 28 `INFORMATIONAL

9:00 AM – 10:15 AM Alsea, EMU

SOS PRESENTS: CALLING ALL ROOMMATES Nervous about living with a roommate? Want tips on all the things the resident halls have to offer? Want to meet even more new people? If you answered yes to any of these questions come to this event and get a whirlwind of awesome info about how to have a great roommate experience.

Oh and did we mention there would be food and prizes!?

FRATERNITY & SORORITY RECRUITMENT

10:30 AM – 11:45 AM Metolius, EMU

Natl. Assoc. of Latino Fraternal Organizations tabling at EMU first few weeks of classes.

NPHC & Multicultural Greek Council organizations will recruit later in the year.

SOS PRESENTS: IMMERSE YOURSELF

7:00 AM Outdoor Program, EMU ground floor

Looking to get involved on campus? Come meet representatives from a variety of campus organizations and enjoy some free food, prizes, and great tips on how to “immerse yourself!”

OUTDOOR PROGRAM TRIPS

12:00 PM – 1:15 PM Alsea Room, EMU

For more information or to register, please visit outdoorprogram.uoregon.edu.

SOS PRESENTS: HEALTH MATTERS ORIENTATION

Overnight trips • Backpacking Cascade Mountains • Summit South Sister volcano • Willamette Foothills bike tour Day trips • Sea-kayaking • Hike at Silver Falls • White-water rafting • Hike the Oregon Coast

1:00 PM – 3:00 PM Meet in front of Oregon Hall

OUTDOORS WITH OUTREACH! The OUTreach team seeks to engage the campus and LGBTQIA community through programs related to the retention, well-being, and academic success of all LGBTQIA students. Come join the team on a moderate outdoor hike while we introduce and invite you to collaborate with us through outreach and empowerment!

upcoming events

Come mingle with other healthy Ducks and meet members of the University Health Center and the Counseling and Testing Center. You will learn about staying healthy and get inside tips on how to weave health into your everyday choices. There will be food, games, and prizes, so don’t miss out because “Health Matters”!

1:30 PM – 2:45 PM McArthur Court

SOS PRESENTS: DISCOVER EUGENE Excited to be a Duck but not sure what to expect from Eugene? Come to this event and learn all about your new city’s culture! Discover popular spots like Voodoo Doughnut, Spencer Butte, and the Bijou Art Cinemas. There will be prizes, food, and inside tips on all the hot spots in Eugene!

3:00 PM – 3:45 PM Ben Linder Room, EMU

SOS PRESENTS: BECOMING AN SOSER At your IntroDUCKtion were you wishing you could be on the student orientation staff (SOS)?

Well come to our event, and we will tell you all about the job and the application process so you could maybe be an SOSer someday. Don’t miss out!

Sunday, September 29 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM

3:30 PM – 5:00 PM matthew knight arena

RESIDENCE HALL MEETINGS AND HALL EVENTS

UNIVERSITY CONVOCATION 2013

Meet your neighbors, learn more about your residence hall community, and talk about your expectations for community living and creating a respectful environment. Mix and mingle after your hall meetings with the new friends you have made during Week of Welcome. Look for posters in your hall or complex directing you to these fun events.

Mandatory for all residence hall students. See your student staff member for more details.

Convocation is one of our proudest traditions and is the culminating event of Week of Welcome. It serves as the university’s official welcome to new students and faculty and is a celebration of our academic excellence, innovation, and the intellectual curiosity in which our students, faculty, and staff thrive. For more about this event see page 14.

PHC Sororities Register by: Sept. 27, Midnight Recruitment Orientation: Sept. 29, 7:00 p.m. at Morse Event Center IFC Fraternities Kick-Off: Friday, Oct. 4, 4:30 p.m. at EMU Amphitheater

More info: fsl.uoregon.edu

TRANSFER STUDENT MEET & GREET Wednesday, October 2 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM EMU Ben Linder Room Are you a transfer student? Come relax after the first few days of classes and chat with other UO transfer students. This is a great way to get connected!

EDISON ELEMENTARY GARDEN TOUR Friday, October 4 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM Meet at the College of Education HEDCO Building lobby. Check out our garden! Tours of the garden will include a harvest celebration, info session, and a farmer’s market with music, free food, and raffle prizes!

HEALTH PROFESSIONS PROGRAM MEET & GREET Wednesday, October 9 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm Teaching & Learning Center, 68 PLC Come learn about the Health Professions Program at the University of Oregon. You will get a chance to meet the Health Professions Advisors, connect with UO student organizations, and get to know other Ducks pursuing health careers. This is a perfect opportunity to learn more about how to partner with the Health Professions Program to achieve your academic and career goals.

GET SAVVY Wednesday, Nov. 6 & Thursday, Nov. 7 11:00 pm – 8:00 pm EMU Alsea Room Get Savvy, presented by the Teaching & Learning Center, features free workshops to help boost academic success. Choose from fifteen sessions on topics such as speed reading, test-taking, note-taking, procrastination, writing, money management, and more. Free and available to all UO students!

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University Convocation 2013 CELEBRATE THE UNIVERSITY OF OREGON SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 29 3:30 p.m. (doors open at 3:00 p.m.)

MATTHEW KNIGHT ARENA

University Convocation is the official welcome for all new students and faculty members. It’s the culminating event of Week of Welcome, setting the tone for the new academic year and highlighting opportunities for learning at the UO. Michael Gottfredson, university president, will welcome you, the class of 2017, as you begin your journey at the University of Oregon.

This event is free and all are welcome.

The University of Oregon is an equal-opportunity, affirmative-action institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Accommodations for people with disabilities will be provided if requested in advance by calling 541-346-1159.

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An equal-opportunity, affirmative-action institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. This publication will be made available in accessible formats upon request. Accommodations for people with disabilities will be provided if requested in advance by calling 541-346-0703.

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