2019 USI Welcome Week Program by USI Student Development Programs

AUGUST 15â&#x20AC;&#x201C;21, 2019

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welcome week 2O19

SCHEDULE AT-A-GLANCE

CONTINUED WELCOME WEEK 2O19

SCHEDULE AT-A-GLANCE

food service hours Visit USI.sodexomyway.com for the complete list of Food Service hours. Thursday dinner, Friday lunch and dinner and Saturday and Sunday dinner will be provided as part of Welcome Week. Saturday and Sunday brunches and all meals starting Monday in The Loft require meal plan, Munch Money, Flex money, credit cards or cash to purchase their food.

THURSDAY AUGUST 15

9 a.m.– 3 p.m.

Welcome week and campus housing check-in

Screaming Eagles Arena Students living in residence halls and campus apartments are invited to this complete one-stop check-in to USI. When you are done, head for your residence hall or apartment where USI faculty, staff and students will help move you into your room. Pick up Welcome Week Schedule Registrar’s Office Local Evansville Businesses Check into Housing IT Food Services and Meal Plans Parent and Family Financial Aid Athletics University Health Center Parking Permits Public Safety

3:30 p.m. cultural diversity welcome reception

Carter Hall (University Center West) The annual Cultural Diversity Welcome Reception helps participants build bridges and friendships within the USI community while emphasizing academic excellence. It is a fun and exciting way to begin college in an informal setting with faculty, staff, returning students, alumni, trustees and employees, including the president and provost of the University. In addition, display tables are on-hand offering information on USI services and programs. Sponsored by the Multicultural Center

5–7 p.m. unpack and unwind new student dinner

UC (University Center) Welcome Week officially kicks off with the Unpack and Unwind New Student Dinner. The USI Alumni Association and Parents and Families Association invite you and your family to join us for a picnic dinner at the University Center. Take a break from unpacking! Come as you are, grab some food and enjoy time with other students and their families. USI students and children under 3 are free. All other guests are $9 per person. Tickets will be available on the first floor of the University Center. Sponsored by the Alumni Association and Parents and Families Association

Rice Library Tours Visit USI.edu/library/library-tours Come find your spot with a Rice Library Tour. We’ll introduce you to the resources new Screagles need to fly high, like computer and printing access, group and individual study space, lots of books and articles and—most importantly—the people who will help you make the most of it all. (30 min)

7– eagle experience: MEET your new community* 8:30 p.m. All New Campus Residents—On-Campus Housing All new campus residents will meet their resident assistants, area coordinators and their fellow community members to begin developing their on-campus communities. Here you will learn about expectations for living on campus as well as all the programs and services that Residence Life provides. Note: All new campus residents are expected to attend. Check your Housing and Residence Life Eagle Sync page or talk with your resident assistant for the location of your floor or building’s meeting. Commuter Students—Performance Center Join us to discuss topics unique to commuter students and learn all about getting to class on time, where to park, what to do between classes and much more. Get useful tips on how to be a successful commuter student by getting involved and staying connected at USI. Receive your Welcome Week program and free USI student planner by attending!

8:30 p.m. outdoor movie and popsicles Quad

The Activities Programming Board (APB) and Fraternity and Sorority Life are sponsoring Aladdin, this year’s first late-night movie! Bring a blanket, grab free popsicles and enjoy a new movie outdoors! (Rain location: Recreation, Fitness and Wellness Center.) Sponsored by APB and Fraternity and Sorority Life

8:30– 11 p.m.

first night out at the RFWC

RFWC (Recreation, Fitness and Wellness Center) Come check out the Recreation, Fitness and Wellness Center! The RFWC staff and the AMIGOS will help you get involved in games and meet other new students. Activities include billiards, basketball, volleyball, rock climbing and much more. We also will have several games and activities for students who are too worn out from moving in to exercise. Sponsored by RFWC and Student Development Programs

*All new students are expected to attend 5

FRIDAY AUGUST 16

9– PANCAKE breakfast 10:30 a.m. Residence Hall Multipurpose Rooms and Community Center Join us for a pancake breakfast! All are welcome. Sponsored by Religious Life

9:30– Find your class 11:30 a.m. Quad (Rain Location: UC Breezeway) Don’t be late to your first college class! Meet at the Quad where AMIGOS will assist you in finding classrooms for your fall semester classes.

9:30– 11 a.m.

eagle experience: meet your new community*

11 a.m.– 1 p.m.

Lemonade with the library

Commuter Students — Performance Center (Repeat of Thursday session) Join us to discuss topics unique to commuter students and learn all about getting to class on time, where to park, what to do between classes and much more. Get useful tips on how to be a successful commuter student by getting involved and staying connected at USI. Receive your Welcome Week program and free USI student planner by attending!

UC Breezeway Stop by to have a cup of refreshing lemonade! Meet your friendly library staff, learn about Game Night and the services the library has to offer. Sponsored by the David L. Rice Library

11:30 a.m.– eagle experience: academic Success* 2:30 p.m. Multiple Locations Get to know your professors and learn about your college expectations and requirements before classes begin by attending this program. Some of you will meet with your college and then proceed to lunch, while others have lunch with faculty, then go to college meetings. Meet other new students in your college and learn how to get involved in your major. Be sure to get your FREE T-SHIRT for attending and wear it at Convocation to represent your college! Romain College of Business | Business and Engineering Atrium Pott College of Science, Engineering, and Education | UC, Carter Hall College of Nursing and Health Professions | UC, The Loft College of Liberal Arts | Performance Center University Division | UC 2217–2220 Not sure what college your major is in? Check out USI.edu/academics. 6

*All new students are expected to attend

2:30– Convocation* 3:30 p.m. Screaming Eagles Arena Convocation is the official welcome and induction to the University for all new freshmen and transfer students. Join other students and USI staff members for this inspiring program.

3:30 p.m. class of 2O23 Photo*

Quad The incoming class of freshmen is scheduled to graduate in 2023. We want to commemorate this moment with a photo of your class of students on the Quad.

4 p.m.

popsicle SOCIAL Quad

Cool off with the Student Alumni Association while enjoying some free popsicles! Sponsored by SAA (Student Alumni Association)

5– interfaith reflection Kleymeyer Auditorium, Liberal Arts 0101 5:30 p.m.

Attend an interfaith reflection open to persons of all faiths or no faith tradition. Learn about the religious diversity at USI and in our community. Come enjoy a mindful meditation as we begin our time together. Sponsored by Spiritual Diversity Project

5:30– 7 p.m.

welcome bash dinner

The Loft, UC 2217-2220 Come and enjoy free food with other students at the Welcome Bash Dinner in The Loft served by USI’s Fraternity and Sorority Life students. In UC 2217 - 2220, find out what sorority and fraternity life is like at USI by visiting each organization’s information table. On-site recruitment registration will be available. Sponsored by Fraternity and Sorority Life and Student Development Programs

6– 10 p.m.

welcome bash

UC and Performance Center 5:30-8:30 p.m. in UC West [near The Loft]: Strike a pose in the photo booth with your fellow Screaming Eagles! 6:30 and 8:30 p.m. in the Performance Center: Come play the Mission Improvable Presents NERDOLOGY Trivia Game Show. A mix of awesome games and pop-culture trivia interspersed with fun audience participation. Test your knowledge! Win prizes! There are TWO GAMES – 6:30 and 8:30 p.m. Both games will be different! 6:30-9 p.m. in UC East: Be dazzled by the creative talents of our balloon artist! 6:30-9:30 p.m. in Fireside Lounge: Design your own leather wristband. 7:30-9:30 p.m. in Carter Hall: Show off your singing talent while accompanied by a live band! You won’t want to miss LIVE Band Karaoke! Sponsored by Student Development Programs and APB

SATURDAY AUGUST 17

9 a.m.– 6 p.m.

eagle experience: univ 1O1* Performance Center Lobby

As part of your UNIV 101 course content, all freshmen are required to participate in Eagle Experience: UNIV 101. The program will cover issues facing college students through large group presentations and small group discussions. You will have the opportunity to connect with other new students along with Welcome Week leaders, AMIGOS and resident assistants. You are assigned a session based on your UNIV 101 section number on your fall schedule.

ASSIGNED GROUP SESSIONS: 9 a.m.–Noon | Sections 901–928 and 976, 977, 978 Noon–3 p.m. | Sections 929-950 and 974, 975, NO 1 3–6 p.m. | Sections 951–973 and 979

10:30 a.m.– 3 p.m.

Brunch Dining Hours

Noon– 3 p.m.

Advising Assistance

The Loft Students may use their meal plan, Munch Money, Flex money, credit cards or cash to purchase their food.

Liberal Arts Advising Center, Liberal Arts 2001 If you are a College of Liberal Arts or Romain College of Business student and need to change your schedule, have questions about transfer credits, etc., stop in and see us. We will be available to assist you in the LA Advising Center.

5:30– 7 p.m.

sga new student dinner UC East and West, 1st floor

The Student Government Association invites you to their annual New Student Welcome Dinner. Come and enjoy free food, great games, door prizes and free giveaways from your Student Government Association. Sponsored by SGA (Student Government Association)

*All new students are expected to attend 8

6–10 p.m. Eagle Extravaganza

UC and Performance Center 6-10 p.m. in UC 226-227: Take on our nine-hole Putt Putt Course. 6-10 p.m. in Carter Hall: Battle it out with your friends in Laser Tag and other arcade games! 7:30-9:30 p.m. in Traditions Lounge: “Adopt” an Eagle and stuff your own Archie. Quantities are limited. 6:30 and 8:30 p.m. in the Performance Center: Agents of the MISSION IMPROVABLE DUO are just a few audience suggestions away from creating a brand new, hilarious production about whatever you tell them. This improvisational comedy duo will get and keep you laughing! There are TWO SHOWS – 6:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. Both shows will be different! 7–9:30 p.m. in the Fireside Lounge: Didn’t get a chance to sing at karaoke last night? Well come down for Karaoke tonight. There won’t be a band, but there will be fun! 7–10 p.m. in UC 2217-2220: Drop in and test your skills at a game (or two) of SUPER BINGO with APB! You may win an awesome prize (while prizes last). Sponsored by Student Development Programs

CAMPUS STORE HOURS Back-to-School Extended Hours

Thursday, August 15 | 8:30 a.m.- 7 p.m. Friday, August 16 | 8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. Saturday, August 17 | Noon- 4 p.m. Sunday, August 18 | Noon- 4 p.m.

Fall Hours beginning August 19

Monday -Thursday | 8:30 a.m.- 6 p.m. Friday | 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. Saturday-Sunday | CLOSED

SUNDAY AUGUST 18

11 a.m.– 1 p.m.

Welcome Back BBQ The Quad Come out for food, music and fun while meeting members of all 14 fraternities and sororities on USI’s campus. Food available while supplies last! Sponsored by Fraternity and Sorority Life

10 a.m.– Brunch and Learn Your Meal Plan 3 p.m. The Loft Students may use their meal plan, Munch Money, Flex money, credit cards or cash to purchase their food. Sodexo staff along with AMIGOs, Welcome Week leaders and other returning students will be assisting new students on how to use their meal plans and select food options in The Loft.

Noon– 2 p.m.

Honors Program Welcome Luncheon

Business and Engineering Center Atrium All new Honors students are invited to this luncheon. Students will learn about the program, meet the Director and the Honors Student Council and get to know each other. Sponsored by the Honors Program

1:30– find your class 4:30 p.m. Quad (Repeat of Friday) Don’t be late to your first college class! Meet at the Quad and AMIGOS will assist you in finding classrooms for your fall semester classes.

2–3 p.m. christian worship service

Mitchell Auditorium [Nursing and Health Professions HP 1002] The Christian Campus Ministry Groups at USI welcome students to attend a non-denominational Christian worship with students of the USI community. Pizza will be provided following the service. Sponsored by USI’s Christian Campus Ministry Groups

2–4 p.m. Psych Club’s Speed Friending LA 2030

Want to meet new people and increase the number of friendly faces on campus? Participate in the speed friending activity and learn how you can get involved with clubs around campus. You’ll meet a lot of people in a little amount of time. Refreshments and snacks will be provided. 10

Sponsored by Psych Club

3–5 p.m. disc golf

Disc Golf Course USI is one of the few universities across the country that has an 18-hole Disc Golf course. Disc Golf is a cross between throwing a Frisbee and playing golf. The Screaming Eagles Valley Complex is located near O’Bannon Hall behind Parking Lot E, so come out and play a round of Disc Golf! Note: Discs can be checked out from the RFWC or you can use your own. Sponsored by RFWC

4–6 p.m. NEWMAN CATHOLIC MASS and cookout Kleymeyer Auditorium [Liberal Arts 0101]

Catholic Mass is celebrated at 4 p.m. each Sunday night throughout the year in Kleymeyer Auditorium (LA 0101). Come join us for the service and enjoy a cookout with members afterwards. Sponsored by Newman Catholic Community

5– 7 p.m.

block party

Parking Lot B The Block Party has been a Welcome Week tradition for years at USI. It is a way for students to say goodbye to summer and get ready for the first day of classes. It is the perfect way to spend your last afternoon before college starts. Enjoy food, music and fun! Cool down with a tropical ice treat from the Kona Ice Truck. There also is a limited amount of free t-shirts for those who get there first. (Rain location: Screaming Eagles Arena) Sponsored by Housing and Residence Life and Student Housing Association

7p.m. AND

9 p.m.

hypnotist Josh McVicar

Carter Hall [UC West] Comedy hypnotist Josh McVicar will present an interactive experience unlike any other. With shows packed full of laughs and audience participation, Josh McVicar will give a performance you won’t forget! The hypnosis show will be presented at 7 p.m. and again at 9 p.m. Arrive early. Doors will not open once the event begins! Sponsored by Student Development Programs

MONDAY AUGUST 19

School year dining hours start Monday. All on-campus dining locations require meal plan, Munch Money, Flex money, credit cards or cash to purchase food. Visit USI.sodexomyway.com for the complete list of food service hours.

7:30 a.m.– welcome tents Multiple Locations 6 p.m.

Keep an eye out for the USI Welcome Tents on campus during the first two days of classes! Stop by a tent if you need directions to a building or office, if you can’t find your class or if you have any other questions. We also will have free cookies, iced tea, coffee and water available, courtesy of Sodexo Food Services. Stop by for a snack!

10:30 a.m.– Lunch and Learn Your Meal Plan 2 p.m. The Loft Sodexo staff along with AMIGOs, Welcome Week leaders and other returning students will be assisting new students on how to use their meal plans and select food options in The Loft. Other on-campus dining locations are open.

11 a.m.– 1 p.m.

CMA EDU Live Music And Giveaways

Rice Plaza Amphitheatre [Rain Location: UC West Food Court] Come enjoy live music and learn how you can gain experience in the music and entertainment industries with CMA EDU. Stop by to enter into the grand prize drawing, and to get free giveaways and information about how to become involved with CMA EDU. Sponsored by CMA EDU

3:30– 5 p.m.

Mentoring Mondays

9 p.m.

Eagle Experience: Get to know your community*

*All new students are expected to attend

Multicultural Center This is a unique opportunity to be introduced to our two mentoring programs focusing on collegiate academic, social and emotional pursuits through the concept of mentorship. Refreshments will be served. Campus Residents —Apartment Areas Students living on campus in apartments will meet at the designated location for their area’s community meeting. Here you will meet the Residence Life staff, meet other students in your area and learn about all of the programs and services Residence Life provides for students living on campus.New students also will have the opportunity to meet returning students in their campus communities. Note: All apartment residents are expected to attend. Check your Housing and Residence Life Eagle Sync page or talk with your resident assistant for your building’s meeting location.

TUESDAY AUGUST 20

7:30 a.m.– welcome tents 6 p.m. Multiple Locations 11 a.m.– Chi alpha campus ministry food giveaway Quad 1 p.m.

Stop by for a free hamburger or hot dog, chips and drinks! Find out more about our ministry on campus and make new connections! Sponsored by Chi Alpha

2– Part-Time Job Fair 4:30 p.m. Performance Center Patio [near Fuquay Welcome Center]

Looking for a job on or near campus? Plan to attend the Part-Time Job Fair! Local employers will be on campus to hire USI students for part-time jobs during the school year. Casual dress is acceptable, resumes are not required. (Rain location: Performance Center Dunn Lobby) Sponsored by Career Services and Internships

3–5 p.m. college mentors for kids callout rally

RFWC Quiet Lounge College Mentors for Kids (CMFK) is a mentoring program that pairs college students with elementary students throughout the school year. Take this opportunity to learn about the program and how you can become a mentor. Sponsored by Multicultural Center

5–7 p.m. Grillin’ and Chillin’ on the Quad

Quad Enjoy free food and get know members from Student Christian Fellowship. Sponsored by Student Christian Fellowship

5–8 p.m. Game Night at the Library

4th Floor Reading Room Enjoy snacks and play board games with friends! Sponsored by the David L. Rice Library

6–7 p.m. Students for Life Ice Cream Social

Rice Plaza Amphitheatre Join Students for Life for ice cream. Learn about the organization and their upcoming events. Sponsored by Students for Life

9 p.m.

USI Radio Station 95.7 The Spin Open House/ ORganization Meeting

LA 1004 Open to anyone interested in being a part of the station, or just wanting to learn more about the award-winning station. Sponsored by 95.7 The Spin

WEDNESDAY AUGUST 21

11 a.m.– ice ice baby ice cream social 1 p.m. Multicultural Center [UC East, 1st floor] Join the Multicultural Center for an Ice Cream Social and check out all the fun activities planned for the upcoming year! Sponsored by Multicultural Center

3–5 p.m. Transfer Student Social

Traditions Lounge [UC East] Stop by and connect with other transfer students, staff and faculty. Make a connection, have questions answered, get a sweet treat and free stuff (first 100)! Sponsored by Student Development Programs

5–8 p.m.

Rock the rec RFWC

Rock the Rec is among Welcome Week’s best events. Check out all that the RFWC has to offer, including great equipment, a climbing wall, group exercise rooms, game room, lounge and much more! Be ready for some fun and free food! Food will be provided from 5–7 p.m. Sponsored by RFWC

Corn on the Quad 5:30– 7:30 p.m. Quad Enjoy fun and games with Archie’s Army! Join in on soccer, corn hole, other tailgate games and tie-dye Archie’s Army t-shirts. Food will be provided. Sponsored by Archie’s Army

THURSDAY AUGUST 22

11 a.m.– 1 p.m.

Meet the shield

UC Outdoor Event Table Area The Shield is USI’s campus newspaper. Students are welcome to drop by and visit with the staff. If you are interested in joining The Shield staff or you have questions about how The Shield works, this is your chance to meet the people with the answers. Sponsored by The Shield

3–5 p.m. multicultural center cookout UC East Patio

Join the Multicultural Center for a cookout at the UC East Patio. This event will enable new students to interact with one another and begin to build bridges, community and friendship. Sponsored by Multicultural Center

7–8 p.m. Fraternity and Sorority life information night Carter Hall [UC West]

Are you interested in joining a fraternity or sorority at USI? If so, come out to this information session, meet members of the USI Fraternity and Sorority community and learn more about each organization. Sponsored by Fraternity and Sorority Life

FRIDAY AUGUST 23

11 a.m.– 1 p.m.

gospel CALLOUT RALLY Fireside Lounge [UC East]

Designed by Grace, USI’s Gospel Choir, is hosting a Welcome Week callout rally. This will be an opportunity for the choir to share information about their rehearsals, performances and plans for the school year. All students have an open invitation to join the group and make a joyful noise. Sponsored by Designed by Grace

11 a.m.– 1 p.m.

multicultural center open house

Multicultural Center [UC East, 1st floor]

The Multicultural Center welcomes you to our Open House. Come meet the staff, get connected and learn about our services and program. Light refreshments will be served. Sponsored by Multicultural Center

6–10 p.m. Chi Alpha Campus Ministry Campfire & Fun Eicher Barn

Join Chi Alpha Campus Ministry at Eicher Barn for a night of fun with a campfire, hot dogs, s’mores and volleyball! Get to know members of Chi Alpha and more about the organization! Not sure where Eicher Barn is? Meet by the tennis courts and Chi Alpha students will direct you! Sponsored by Chi Alpha

WEDNESDAY AUGUST 28

2– 5 p.m.

student involvement fair

Quad The fair features over 140 student organizations, community groups and departments. Enhance your collegiate experience by finding your place of involvement here at USI! Sponsored by Student Development Programs

6–8 p.m. Screaming Eagles Bingo

Carter Hall [UC West] Come learn about the USI Tradition Keepers and enjoy free pizza and popcorn while playing Bingo to win prizes! Sponsored by the Student Alumni Association

MONDAY SEPTEMBER 2

1–5 p.m.

labor day at the lake

New Beginnings Lake Bring your swimsuit and sunscreen for a day of fun, swimming, water swings, paddle boats, land and water volleyball, basketball, free food and more! The University will provide transportation from the Community Center and the RFWC to take students to the lake, or drive yourself. Directions leaving USI: Head west on the Lloyd Expressway (Hwy 62), travel .5 miles and turn right onto McDowell Road. At the stop sign, turn left onto Middle Mt. Vernon Road and follow it until the road dead-ends into Posey County Road. Turn right and travel .2 miles. Turn left onto Middle Mt. Vernon Road and the lake will be on the right.