first-year student orientation schedule august 18-august 28, 2012 · 9:30 am -10:00 am ice...
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College of Arts and Sciences
First-Year Student Orientation Schedule August 18-August 28, 2012
Saturday, August 18, 2012 First-Year Residents Move In
Time Program Location
8:00 am-5:00 pm First-Year residents move in Cuvilly Hall
1:00 pm-5:00 pm Payment arrangements for residential students O’Connor Auditorium, Main Hall
10:00 am Placement Testing Session I* ETLI classroom, Library
2:00 pm Placement Testing Session II* ETLI classroom, Library
5:00 pm-6:30 pm Dinner for residential students Trinity Center
7:00 pm-8:30 pm The First Night (fun and games) Cuvilly Lobby
*Pre-registration is preferred, but not required. Seating for the test will be first come, first served for those who are not registered
Sunday, August 19, 2012 Residential Student and Family Welcome
Time Program Location
9:45 am Catholic Mass for students and parents Sisters’ Chapel Main Hall, 2nd Floor
11:00 am-1:00 pm Brunch for residential students and parents Trinity Center
1:00 pm-5:00 pm Family time and farewells
5:00 pm-6:30 pm Dinner for residential students Trinity Center
7:00 pm-8:00 pm Meeting for First-Year students living in residence halls
Cuvilly Lobby
9:00 pm-11:00 pm Movie Under the Stars Cuvilly Lawn
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Monday, August 20, 2012
Time Program Location
8:00 am-9:00 am Check-in and breakfast for residential students Trinity Center
9:00 am-9:30 am Orientation Kick-Off: Welcome by President McGuire, Provost Broaddus, Dean Child, Dean Meechie, and Dean Mackie
Trinity Center
9:30 am-10:00 am Ice Breaker—Getting to Know Your New Trinity Sisters Trinity Center
10:00 am-11:00 am CIRP survey Trinity Center
11:00 am-12:00 pm Let’s Go to the Fair! Engage with faculty from Trinity’s majors and representatives from campus activities and services
Trinity Center
12:00 pm-1:30 pm Lunch--all First-Year students welcome Trinity Center
1:30 pm-6:00 pm
2:00 pm
2:00 pm-5:00 pm
Payment arrangements for residential students and
registration
Placement testing
Disability Student Services drop-in
O’Connor
Auditorium
ETLI - Library
Library 103
2:00 pm-4:00 pm Sister to Sister: Conversations with Trinity student leaders
Social Hall (Main)
5:00 pm-6:30 pm Dinner for residential students Alumnae Hall
7:00 pm-8:00 pm Skit Night Cuvilly Lobby
8:00 pm-9:00 pm Rock the Vote Cuvilly Lobby
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Tuesday, August 21, 2012
Time Program Location
8:00 am-9:00 am Check-in and breakfast with your Learning Community Trinity Center
9:15 am-12:00 pm 1st Learning Community meeting—mandatory
Meet your advisor and classmates
Transitioning to college
Introduction of themes for LC meetings this week and throughout the First-Year Experience: o Trinity Women of Honor and the Honor Code o Trinity’s History and Mission o Liberal Arts and General Education o Physical, Emotional, and Spiritual Wellbeing o Civic Engagement – your role as an ambassador
for your LC
For locations, see page 14
12:00 pm-1:00 pm Lunch--all First-Year students welcome Alumnae Hall
1:30 pm-6:00 pm
2:00 pm
2:00 pm-5:00 pm
Payment arrangements and registration
Placement testing
Disability Student Services drop-in
O’Connor Aud.
ETLI - Library
Library 103
1:15 pm-2:00 pm Rotating Workshops: Every student must attend at least 5 of these sessions during orientation in order to successfully complete the “Survey of Knowledge” assignment in your learning community. These workshops will help you succeed in all aspects of your collegiate experience.
1. Who Cares? We Care! Health Professions in the 21st Century. As you dare to care, learn about career options at Trinity that focus on patients in various health care settings. School of Nursing and Health Professions Staff
2. OMG! Can i tlk 2 u? Strategies for effective academic communication. Scott Swinney, Writing Center Director
3. Navigating the Trinity Web. Learn how to find important information on the Trinity website and get connected with Trinity’s social networks. Bring your mobile phone! Timothy Russell, Asst. V.P, On-line Communications
4. College 101: Making the Most Out of Your College Experience. Tips and strategies for adjusting to college life. Rosie Walker, Admissions Counselor
5. Thinking about Your Future: Trinity as a Launching Pad! Diana Watts, Chair of Business Administration
Main Hall 236
Main Hall 230
Main Hall 242
Main Hall 234
Main Hall 232 cont’d next page
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2:15 pm-3:00 pm Rotating Workshops
1. Got Jobs?? Connecting with Career Services and Experiential Learning. Are you eager to gain the experience you will need for your first job? Learn about resources to pursue part-time, full-time, and internship experiences. China Wilson, Director of Career Services
2. Thinking about Your Future: Trinity as a Launching Pad! Diana Watts, Chair of Business Administration
3. Shake Your Money Tree: Learning Financial Literacy, Preparedness and Management Skills. Navigate your personal finances and take ownership over and responsibility for what happens to your money. Eric James, Business Office
4. Spiritual Health – Campus Ministry Has an App for That! With your Trinity sisters, discuss what spirituality really means, and learn why spiritual health is important! Sister Mary Ellen Dow, Campus Ministry
5. Navigating the Trinity Web. Learn how to find important information on the Trinity website and get connected with Trinity’s social networks. Bring your mobile phone! Timothy Russell, Asst. V.P, On-line Communications
Main Hall 236
Main Hall 232
Main Hall 234
Main Hall 230
Main Hall 242
3:00 pm- 4:00 pm Pilates I: Become more efficient with everyday movements as you learn to use core muscles.
Trinity Center Aerobics Room
5:00 pm-6:30 pm Dinner for residential students Alumnae Hall
6:30 pm- 8:30 pm Scavenger hunt and other activities Cuvilly Lobby
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Wednesday, August 22, 2012
Time Program Location
8:00 am-9:00 am Breakfast for residential students Alumnae Hall
9:15 am- 12:00 pm 2nd Learning Community meeting-mandatory; coursework continues, as well as activities related to Orientation themes:
Trinity Women of Honor and the Honor Code
Trinity’s History and Mission
Liberal Arts and General Education
Physical, Emotional, and Spiritual Wellbeing
Civic Engagement – your role as an ambassador for your LC
For locations, see page 14
12:00 pm-1:00 pm Lunch--all First-Year students welcome Alumnae Hall
1:30 pm-6:00 pm
2:00 pm
2:00 pm-5:00 pm
Payment arrangements and registration
Placement testing
Disability Student Services drop-in
O’Connor Aud.
ETLI - Library
Library 103
1:15 pm-2:00 pm Rotating Workshops
1. Who Cares? We Care! Health Professions in the 21st Century. As you dare to care, learn about career options at Trinity that focus on patients in various health care settings. School of Nursing and Health Professions Staff
2. Navigating the Trinity Web. Learn how to find important information on the Trinity website and get connected with Trinity’s social networks. Bring your mobile phone! Timothy Russell, Asst. V.P, On-line Communications
3. College 101: Making the Most Out of Your College Experience. Tips and strategies for adjusting to college life. Rosie Walker, Admissions Counselor
4. Working and Learning at Trinity. Learn about federal and university work study programs and talk to departments and organizations about student employment opportunities. Tracey Prince, Human Resources
Main Hall 236
Main Hall 230
Main Hall 242
Main Hall 234
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2:15 pm-3:00 pm Rotating Workshops
1. Got Jobs?? Connecting with Career Services and Experiential Learning. Are you eager to gain the experience you will need for your first job? Learn about resources to pursue part-time, full-time and internship experiences. China Wilson, Director of Career Services
2. Shake Your Money Tree: Learning Financial Literacy, Preparedness and Management Skills. Navigate your personal finances and take ownership over and responsibility for what happens to your money. Eric James, Business Office
3. Spiritual Health – Campus Ministry Has an App for That! With your Trinity sisters, discuss what spirituality really means, and learn why spiritual health is important! Sister Mary Ellen Dow, Campus Ministry
4. Navigating the Trinity Web. Learn how to find important information on the Trinity website and get connected with Trinity’s social networks. Bring your mobile phone! Timothy Russell, Asst. V.P, On-line Communications
Main Hall 236
Main Hall 234
Main Hall 230
Main Hall 242
3:00 pm-4:00 pm Zumba—Fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow moves to create a one-of-a-kind fitness program
Trinity Center Aerobics Room
5:00 pm-6:30 pm Dinner for residential students Alumnae Hall
6:00 pm-9:00 pm Hairflair for Hope Campus Ministry Service Project—Join your Trinity sisters in this meaningful service activity, making wigs for cancer patients!
Cuvilly Lobby
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Thursday, August 23, 2012
Time Program Location
8:00-9:15 Breakfast for residential students Alumnae Hall
9:15 am-12:00 pm 3rd Learning Community meeting -mandatory; coursework continues, as well as activities related to Orientation themes:
Trinity Women of Honor and the Honor Code
Trinity’s History and Mission
Liberal Arts and General Education
Physical, Emotional, and Spiritual Wellbeing
Civic Engagement – your role as an ambassador for your LC
For locations, see page 14
12:00 pm-1:00 pm Lunch--all First-Year students welcome Alumnae Hall
1:30 pm-6:00 pm
2:00 pm
2:00 pm-5:00 pm
Payment arrangements and registration
Placement testing
Disability Student Services drop-in
O’Connor Aud.
ETLI - Library
Library 103
2:00 pm-5:00 pm Trip to Spy Museum Spend the day with Dean Meechie and Dean Mackie at the Spy Museum
Meet at shuttle stop at 1:45 pm
5:00 pm-6:30 pm Dinner Alumnae Hall
7:00 pm-8:30 pm The Roommate Game Cuvilly Lobby
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Friday, August 24, 2012
Time Program Location
8:00 am-9:15 am Breakfast for residential students Alumnae Hall
9:00 am-6:00 pm Payment arrangements and registration O’Connor
9:15 am–10:00 am Rotating Workshops
1. Welcome to the Library! Researching at Trinity. Introduction to the college research process including accessing resources, searching, and evaluating websites for accuracy, and tools to avoid plagiarism. Jacob Berg, Director of the Library
2. Got Jobs?? Connecting with Career Services and Experiential Learning. Are you eager to gain the experience you will need for your first job? Learn about resources to pursue part-time, full-time and internship experiences. China Wilson, Director of Career Services
3. Shake Your Money Tree: Learning Financial Literacy, Preparedness and Management Skills. Navigate your personal finances and take ownership over and responsibility for what happens to your money. Eric James, Business Office
4. Building Blocks for Success: Get an Internship! Explore opportunities that lie beyond the classroom; learn the essentials of how to find the internship that can help build a professional network. Margy Reagan, Director of Alumnae Affairs
Main Hall 242
Main Hall 236
Main Hall 234
Main Hall 232
10:15 am—11:00 am Rotating Workshops
1. Welcome to the Library! Researching at Trinity. Introduction to the college research process including accessing resources, searching, and evaluating websites for accuracy, and tools to avoid plagiarism. Jacob Berg, Director of the Library
2. Shake Your Money Tree: Learning Financial Literacy, Preparedness and Management Skills. Navigate your personal finances and take ownership over and responsibility for what happens to your money. Eric James, Business Office
3. Spiritual Health – Campus Ministry Has an App for That! With your Trinity sisters, discuss what spirituality really means, and learn why spiritual health is important! Sister Mary Ellen Dow, Campus Ministry
Main Hall 242
Main Hall 234
Main Hall 232
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4. Parenting as a Student: It’s a Balancing Act—Meet other students who are parents and get tips for juggling the many demands of your busy life. Anne Cosimano, Health & Wellness
Main Hall 230
11:15 am—12:00 pm Rotating Workshops
1. Who Cares? We Care! Health Professions in the 21st Century. As you dare to care, learn about career options at Trinity that focus on patients in various health care settings. School of Nursing and Health Professions Staff
2. Welcome to the Library! Researching at Trinity. Introduction to the college research process including accessing resources, searching, and evaluating websites for accuracy, and tools to avoid plagiarism. Jacob Berg, Director of the Library
3. Working and Learning at Trinity. Learn about federal and university work study programs and talk to departments and organizations about student employment opportunities. Tracey Prince, Human Resources
4. Building Blocks for Success: Get an Internship! Explore opportunities that lie beyond the classroom; learn the essentials of how to find the internship that can help build a professional network. Margy Reagan, Director of Alumnae Affairs
5. OMG! Can i tlk 2 u? Strategies for effective academic communication. Scott Swinney, Writing Center Director
Main Hall 236
Main Hall 242
Main Hall 234
Main Hall 232
Main Hall 230
12:00 pm-1:30pm Lunch--all First-Year students welcome Alumnae Hall
1:00 pm Soccer scrimmage: Trinity vs. Kings College
Wear red and support the Trinity Tigers!
Soccer Field
3:00 pm-5:00pm Step Afrika: An acclaimed group of performers dedicated to the history and tradition of stepping, Step Afrika will broaden your cultural awareness – and have you jumping in your seats!
Trinity Center
5:00 pm-6:30pm Dinner for residential students Alumnae Hall
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Saturday, August 25, 2012
Time Program Location
8:00 am-2:00 pm Payment arrangements O’Connor Auditorium
11:30 am-1:30 pm Brunch for residential students Alumnae Hall
Throughout the weekend Scavenger Hunt D.C.!
Refer to the Scavenger Hunt worksheet in your orientation packet to guide you through the city of Washington, D.C.
Washington, D.C .
5:00 pm-6:30 pm Dinner for residential students Alumnae Hall
Sunday, August 26, 2012
Time Program Location
9:45 am Catholic Mass Sisters’ Chapel Main Hall, 2nd Floor
11:30 am-1:30 pm Brunch for residential students Alumnae Hall
4:00 pm-5:00 pm Ultimate Ninja Cuvilly
5:00 pm-6:30 pm Dinner for residential students Alumnae Hall
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Monday, August 27, 2012
Time Program Location
8:00 am-9:00 am Breakfast for residential students Alumnae Hall
11:00 am-6:00 pm Payment arrangements and registration O’Connor Aud.
9:15 am-10:00 am Rotating Workshops
1. Welcome to the Library! Researching at Trinity. Introduction to the college research process including accessing resources, searching, and evaluating websites for accuracy, and tools to avoid plagiarism. Jacob Berg, Director of the Library
2. Got Jobs?? Connecting with Career Services and Experiential Learning. Are you eager to gain the experience you will need for your first job? Learn about resources to pursue part-time, full-time and internship experiences. China Wilson, Director of Career Services
3. Shake Your Money Tree: Learning Financial Literacy, Preparedness and Management Skills. Navigate your personal finances and take ownership over and responsibility for what happens to your money. Eric James, Business Office
4. Be Fit in Your First Year. Find out what types of food and exercise will provide energy and what actually creates fatigue and forgetfulness. Start off your college career at your best! Kimberly O’Shields, College of Arts & Sciences
5. These Haters Trying To Hold Me Back: This workshop will help students identify and discuss obstacles to academic success. Rewa Burnham, Reading Specialist
Main Hall 242
Main Hall 236
Main Hall 234
Main Hall 230
Main Hall 232
10:15 am-11:00 am Rotating Workshops
1. Welcome to the Library! Researching at Trinity. Introduction to the college research process including accessing resources, searching, and evaluating websites for accuracy, and tools to avoid plagiarism. Jacob Berg, Director of the Library
2. Shake Your Money Tree: Learning Financial Literacy, Preparedness and Management Skills. Navigate your personal finances and take ownership over and responsibility for what happens to your money. Eric James, Business Office
Main Hall 242
Main Hall 234
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3. Spiritual Health – Campus Ministry Has an App for That! With your Trinity sisters, discuss what spirituality really means, and learn why spiritual health is important! Sister Mary Ellen Dow, Campus Ministry
4. Be Fit in Your First Year. Find out what types of food and exercise will provide energy and what actually creates fatigue and forgetfulness. Start off your college career at your best! Kimberly O’Shields, College of Arts & Sciences
5. Teach Me How To Study! (A Guide to Learning Styles) This workshop will help you to identify your learning style, improve your study skills, and achieve academic success. Jennifer Rivers, Writing Specialist
Main Hall 232
Main Hall 230
Main Hall 236
11:15 am-12:00 pm Rotating Workshops
1. Welcome to the Library! Researching at Trinity. Introduction to the college research process including accessing resources, searching, and evaluating websites for accuracy, and tools to avoid plagiarism. Jacob Berg, Director of the Library
2. Math Has Sent You a Friend Request. Before you click “ignore,” come to this session to discuss your feelings about math and how you can make math your friend. Kerry Luse, Mathematics Program
3. Parenting as a Student: It’s a Balancing Act—Meet other students who are parents and get tips for juggling the many demands of your busy life. Anne Cosimano, Health & Wellness
4. OMG! Can i tlk 2 u? Strategies for effective academic communication. Scott Swinney, Writing Center Director
Main Hall 242
Main Hall 232
Main Hall 230
Main Hall 234
12:00 pm-1:30 pm Lunch—all students welcome Alumnae Hall
5:00 pm-6:30 pm Dinner Alumnae Hall
6:30 pm-9:30 pm Speak It Real: Share your poetry and express yourself with your Trinity sisters!
Cuvilly Lobby
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Tuesday, August 28, 2012
Time Program Location
8:00 am-9:30 pm Breakfast for residential students Alumnae Hall
10:00 am-11:30 am New Student Convocation
Participate in your very first “Trinity tradition”! All new students will take the Honor Pledge and receive their First-Year medals; this is a professional attire event.
Trinity Center
11:30 am-1:30 pm Lunch--all students welcome Alumnae Hall
3:00 pm Soccer Scrimmage: Trinity vs. College of Southern Maryland
Wear red and support the Trinity Tigers!
Soccer Field
Wednesday, August 29, 2012 Classes Begin!
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Learning Community Meeting Locations Advisor Orientation Leader Location
Dr. Matthew Bates Jessica Stamp Main Hall 230
Dr. Bill Beverly Monique Johnson Main Hall 246
Dr. Christopher Bishop Dohney Schlau Main Hall B-4
Professor Rewa Burnham Ericka Goergen Main Hall 259
Dr. Cynthia Calderone Moira Curtis Main Hall 248
Dr. Katie D’Angelo Sardai Payne Main Hall 260
Dr. Schuyler Esprit Kathryn Clarkin Main Hall 244
Dr. Steve Gable Jameka Hodnett Science Building 204
Dr. Roberta Goldberg Alexis Santiago Main Hall 232
Dr. Debbie Harris O’Brien Zataunia Heard Main Hall 234
Dr. Angela Lanier Minette Achankeng Nursing Building 101
Dr. Kerry Luse Mercedes Daugherty Science Building 111
Dr. Roxana Moayedi LaBria Rivers Main Hall 236
Professor Jennifer Rivers Mercedes Player Main Hall 240
Professor May Saffar Morgan Carrillo Main Hall 252
Professor Joseph Sheridan Katlin Schaffer Science Building 214
Dr. Debbie Van Camp Egochi Achinonu Nursing Building 200