 Orientation FAQ
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Welcome to Oglethorpe! Below is a tentative schedule of the events
for orientation and arrival weekend.
Oglethorpe University's Orientation program is designed to help you
make the transition to college life. You will be welcomed into the
community by representatives from the faculty, staff and student
body. The goal of the program is to make you aware of the wealth of
resources at your disposal and to introduce you to the many
activities and services available at OU. While some details
may change, this schedule can help you plan your arrival at
Oglethorpe. Please note that
attendance at orientation sessions is required of all new students.
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Thursday, August 21 |
9:00am - 11:30am
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Resident Freshmen Move-In
Residential students report to their assigned residence halls.
If you are done early, you and your parents are invited to
tour the Weltner Library and the Oglethorpe Museum. |
| 9:00am - 4:30pm |
One-Stop Shop
Grenwald Room, Emerson Student CenterPay bills, purchase
parking permits, meet with financial aid staff, register for
fall classes |
| 11:30am - 12:30pm |
Foreign Language Placement Exams
More information to follow.
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| Noon - 1:30pm |
Lunch
Cold buffet lunch available in
the Schmidt Recreation Center. $5 tickets will be available in
residence halls and the Emerson Student Center. Vendors will be
in attendance to provide information about bank accounts, cell phones,
newspaper delivery, premium Comcast cable services, and gym memberships. |
| 1:30pm - 2:45pm |
Parents and Student Life: Expectations
All parents should report to the Lupton Auditorium for a discussion with representatives from Student Affairs.
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| 3:00pm - 3:45pm |
Fresh Focus Session
All students
should report to their Fresh Focus room for their first class
session. Parents are invited to meet the instructor and fellow
parents. |
| 4:00pm - 5:15pm |
Convocation
Students proceed to the Conant Center with their
Fresh Focus groups and parents. |
| 5:15pm - 7:00pm |
Dinner
Conant Performing Arts Center Veranda
You and your family,
faculty and staff are invited. Tour our newest residence halls.
At the conclusion of dinner, parents are requested to say their
goodbyes. |
| 7:00pm - 8:00pm |
First Floor Meetings
Residential students attend their first floor meeting with their
Resident Assistant and meet floor mates and other building staff
and residents. |
| 8:00pm - Midnight |
Social Activities
More information to follow. |
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Friday, August 22
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| 7:30am - 9:00am |
Breakfast in the Emerson Cafe |
| 9:00am - 12:30pm |
Center for Civic Engagement Service Activity
All students should meet their Orientation Leaders in the parking lot in front of the Dorough Field House for our annual service project. Please, wear appropriate clothing (work pants or shorts, t-shirt, boots or sneakers).
Meet outside of Emerson Student Center at 9am to board the buses.
More information will follow. Provision will be made for students with severe allergies who cannot volunteer outdoors.
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| 9:00am - 4:30pm |
One-Stop Shop
Grenwald Room, Emerson Student CenterPay bills, purchase
parking permits, meet with financial aid staff, register for
fall classes |
| 12:30pm- 2:00pm |
Lunch in the Emerson Cafe |
| 2:00pm - 4:00pm |
Shopping Trip
Wal-Mart and IKEA
Van shuttles leave from the front door of Emerson. Travel to
retail stores for room or academic supplies. |
| 5:00pm - 6:30pm |
Dinner at Emerson Dining Hall |
| 7:00pm - 8:00pm |
Dessert
The Lanier House, President Schall's HomeVan shuttles
leave from the front door of Emerson. |
| 9:00pm -10:30pm |
Social Activities
More information to follow.
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Saturday, August 23
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| 9:00am - 1:00pm |
Returning Resident Student Move-In
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| 11:00am - 2:00pm |
Brunch in the Emerson Cafe |
| 11:00am - 1:00pm |
One-Stop Shop
Grenwald Room, Emerson Student CenterPay bills, purchase
parking permits, meet with financial aid staff, register for
fall classes |
| 11:30pm -1:30pm |
Getting Involved: Clubs and Organizations Activities Fair
Various student organizations will be soliciting membership at tables throughout the second floor of the Emerson Student Center. Come find groups that share your talents and interests. |
| 2:00pm - 4:30pm |
Who's Who at OU
Join your Orientation group and meet student affairs staff while learning
about available services, required procedures and office
locations. |
| 5:00pm - 6:30pm |
Dinner at Emerson Dining Hall |
| 8:30pm - 10:30pm |
Social Activities
More information to follow.
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Sunday, August 24
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| 11:00am - 2:00pm |
Brunch in the Emerson Cafe |
| 11:00am - 1:00pm |
One-Stop Shop
Grenwald Room, Emerson Student CenterPay bills, purchase
parking permits, meet with financial aid staff, register for
fall classes |
| 1:00pm - 3:00pm |
Myers-Briggs Personality Types Session
For all new students. More information to follow. |
| 1:00pm - 3:00pm |
International Student Orientation
For all international students only, advising on visa compliance,
academic expectations, and getting adjusted to American college
life.
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| 5:00pm - 6:30pm |
Dinner at Emerson Dining Hall |
| 6:30pm - 10:00pm |
OUr Atlanta Trip All new students
should report to the parking lot in front of the Dorough Field
House for an off-campus trip to distinctively Atlanta venues. |
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Monday, August 25
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| Classes Begin |
| Late Registration |
| Dining is on regular semester schedule. |
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