spring orientation schedule

SPRING ORIENTATION 2012JANUARY PROGRAM STUDENT SCHEDULE

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WELCOME JANUARY PROGRAM STUDENTS!Welcome to Washington University! We look forward to hearing about the experiences you’ve had before coming to campus and hope you are eager to share them with us. As you begin your full-time studies at Washington University, the First Year Center is here to help make your transition into the Washington University community as easy as possible.

We also understand you will arrive on campus in January when most other students are still away on break. We have planned a schedule that gives you pertinent information and offers opportuni-ties to spend time with other Wash U students. Upperclass January Program students, the First Year Center Executive Board, and current transfer students will serve as ambassadors during your spring orientation. Please feel free to ask these students questions about Wash U and their experiences here.

Your orientation experience will be comprised of events related to your undergraduate school and programs designed for all January Program students. Please pay particular attention to MANDATORY EVENTS as they may pertain to advising and registration.

Make note of the events specifically for January Program students, such as the January Program Winter Welcome Dinner, Real WUrld Panel Discussion, and Meet the JProg Community event. These events were designed specifically with January Program students in mind. Some events are required, while others are optional; however, we strongly encourage you to participate in all programs in order to make the most of your Washington University orientation experience!

The most important thing to remember during orientation is that you are not alone in this new experience. Everyone on campus is excited to help you learn all you need to know about being a student at Washington University, so don’t ever hesitate to ask questions as you begin to discover your place in the Washington University community!

Welcome to Washington University, we’re glad you’re here!

Legend:Throughout the schedule, the use of blue text is used to indicate that the program is a mandatory event and attendance is required.

We are very excited to welcome you to the Washington University community!

The First Year Center

TABLE OF CONTENTSThursday, January 12 ............................................... 2Friday, January 13 ................................................... 3Saturday, January 14 ............................................... 5Sunday, January 15 ................................................. 6Monday, January 16 ................................................ 7Dining Hours ........................................................... 10

DAY

1 THURSDAY, JANUARY 12TH

JANUARY PROGRAM SPRING ORIENTATION

STUDENT CHECK-IN AND MOVE-INVillage House, lobbyWelcome to Washington University! Please be sure to stop by the registration table to pick up important orientation and Residential Life information.

MEET THE WUSAS (MANDATORY)Danforth University Center, room 234Come meet your Wash U Student Associates (WUSAs) and review the schedule of events for spring orientation before heading to Convocation.WUSAs will be available in the Village House lobby at 4:45PM if you would like to walk to the DUC with others.

SPRING CONVOCATION CEREMONY (MANDATORY) Graham Chapel Join family members, faculty and administrators at this memorable event as we welcome all new students to the University. (Dress is casual.) JANUARY PROGRAM WINTER WELCOME DINNER (MANDATORY)Ridgley Hall, Holmes LoungeJoin family members, academic deans and other University staff as they welcome you to Washington University.

RESIDENTIAL LIFE WELCOME (MANDATORY)Women’s Building, Olin Studio 1Please note: No shoes, food or drink are allowed in the studio.This important program will give you information about what it’s like to live in the residence halls and how to be comfortable, happy and healthy throughout your time living with Residential Life. This session is in addition to the meeting that all students who live in Residential Life housing will attend with their Resident Advisors on Wednesday evening.

BREAK THE ICE (MANDATORY)Women’s Building, Olin Studio 1January Program students, come join your classmates for this event you won’t want to miss!

8:30AM – 4:30PM

5:00PM –5:30PM

5:30PM – 6:30PM

6:30PM – 8:00PM

8:15PM – 8:45PM

8:45PM – 10:30PM

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2 FRIDAY, JANUARY 13TH


WRITING PLACEMENT EXAM (MANDATORY)Duncker Hall, room 109For students previously notified by the Writing 1 office that they need to take the placement exam. MEET THE RESIDENTIAL LIFE STAFFVillage House, Lobby New students and family members are invited to stop by this informal break-fast to meet the student and professional staff from Residential Life (no formal program planned).

ACADEMIC ADVISING MEETING (MANDATORY)Matt DeVoll – Eads Hall, room 209Nicole Gore – Eads Hall, room 210Diana Hill – Eads Hall, room 211Sean McWilliams – Eads Hall, room 212Joy Kiefer – Eads Hall, room 215Sam Fox students – Eads Hall, room 216Reconnect with your four year advisor and review academic information vital to your success as a full-time student at Washington University.

CAMPUS TOUR: SPOTLIGHT ON RESOURCES (MANDATORY)Danforth University Center, Tisch CommonsYour WUSAs have designed this tour specifically for you. They will highlight resources that you will find valuable during your time at Wash U.

LUNCH BY THE DOZEN WITH FACULTY (MANDATORY)Ask your WUSA for your locationJoin faculty for an informal lunch and discussion about a variety of topics.

8:30AM – 10:45AM

9:00AM – 9:45AM

10:00AM – 11:00AM

11:00AM – 12:00PM

12:00PM – 1:00PM

DAY

2 FRIDAY, JANUARY 13TH


FIRST YEAR CENTER OASIS AND OFF-CAMPUS SHOPPING TRIPSWomen’s Building, garden levelNothing to do? Come hang out in the First Year Center. Chat with new friends, play Sporacle or old school Super Nintendo. Snacks are provided. If you need to go shopping, WUSAs will be available every hour to take you via the Metrolink to local shopping areas.

DINNER AT BEAR’S DENBear’s Den, South 40Please be sure to bring your student ID or cash to pay for dinner.

SPORTS FUSION IN CHESTERFIELD (FUNDATORY)Meet in the Village House lobby at 7:15PM, transportation provided“More fun than you can handle!” Don’t miss this opportunity to spend time with your new friends at this indoor sports park that includes laser tag,putt-putt golf, a climbing wall and other activities. Be sure to bring extra cash for arcade games.


6:30PM – 7:30PM

1:00PM – 5:00PM

7:30PM – 10:30PM

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DAY

3 SATURDAY, JANUARY 14TH


MEET YOUR WUSA (MANDATORY)Village House, lobbyTouch base with your WUSA about today’s mandatory events and walk to the next event together.

THE DATE (MANDATORY)Seigle Hall, room L006A skit written and performed by WU students, The Date, raises questions about communication and consent in intimate relationships. Afterwards, trained peer educators lead discussions in which new students explore the issue of alcohol and acquaintance rape on college campuses. All students will receive informa-tion about relevant resources at WU.

BURSTING THE WASH U BUBBLE (MANDATORY)Louderman Hall, room 458Exploring St. Louis and getting off-campus is an important part of your WU experience. The WUSAs will discuss how to use your UPass and the best places to head off-campus for food, shopping and entertainment.

LUNCH ON THE LOOP AND ICE CARNIVALWe will leave from Bursting the Wash U Bubble and walk to the Loop togetherJoin the WUSAs as you explore The Loop. Be sure to bring cash for lunch.The Loop Ice Carnival will also be happening. There will be over 56 ice sculp-tures, 20 unique booths/games, 18 ice cube participants, 11 temporary tattoo locations, and seven game booths!

REAL WURLD PANEL DISCUSSION (MANDATORY)Seigle Hall, room 103This is your opportunity to ask current students about “real life” at Wash U.

SWEET TREATS AND HOT CHOCOLATEVillage House, dining roomJoin all new students for this informal social event.

9:00AM

9:30AM – 11:30AM

11:30AM – 12:00PM

12:00PM – 1:30PM

8:30PM – 9:30PM

9:30PM – 10:30PM

LUNCH WITH YOUR WUSAMeet in the Village House lobbyJoin the WUSAs and other new students for your first meal in The Village! Please be sure to bring your student ID or cash to pay for lunch.

ICE SKATINGMeet in the Village House lobby at 1:45PM, transportation providedJoin us for ice skating at Steinberg skating rink in Forest Park. You may want to bring cash for snacks or hot cocoa. Don’t forget to dress warmly and bring socks!

MEET THE JPROG COMMUNITYVillage House, dining roomCome and meet all new and returning members of the JProg Community.

DAY

4 SUNDAY, JANUARY 15TH



12:30PM – 1:30PM

2:00PM

6:30PM – 8:30PM

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DAY

5 MONDAY, JANUARY 16TH


MEET YOUR WUSA (MANDATORY) The Village lobbyCheck in with your WUSA.

FIRST YEAR READING PROGRAM DISCUSSIONS (MANDATORY)Lopata House, room 16Join us for this dynamic and thought-provoking discussion of the book The Cellist of Sarajevo by Steven Galloway. This is a unique and valuable oppor-tunity to challenge yourself, share your ideas, learn about different viewpoints, and to meet and engage in dialogue with fellow students and a member of the Washington University faculty and staff. Lunch will be provided.

CLASSES ARE TOMORROW, ARE YOU READY? (MANDATORY)Seigle Hall, room 103Join your WUSAs for an important discussion about how to best prepare for your first week of classes. Touch base about how things are going so far and ask any questions you may have.

CAMPUS TOUR: SPOTLIGHT ON CLASSES (MANDATORY)We will leave from Classes are Tomorrow, Are You Ready?Your WUSAs will take you around campus so you can find your way before classes. This is not your typical campus tour! Bring your class schedule.

MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. CELEBRATIONGraham ChapelThe Martin Luther King Jr. Commemoration is an annual celebration honoring the legacy of Dr. King and the impact he has made on those who carry the torch for humanity. Washington University in St. Louis has hosted this event for over 20 years through an alliance of dedicated faculty, staff, and students representing various departments, offices, and organizations, in an effort to keep the dream alive. Historically, the Martin Luther King Jr. Commemoration has featured dramati-zations, dance, music, literary work, keynote speakers, testimonies, as well as multi-media presentations. The annual celebration is open to everyone.

1:30PM – 2:15PM

12:00PM – 1:30PM

2:15PM – 3:30PM

11:45AM

6:45PM – 8:30PM

FIRST DAY OF CLASSES!

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7

TUESDAY, JANUARY 16TH


WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 17 TH


8:00AM

FLOOR MEETINGS Based on floor, see Resident Advisor for locationAll students living on campus are required to attend.

Various Times

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SAVE THE FOLLOWING DATES:

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 18TH

FRESHMAN CLASS COUNCIL SPONSORED EVENTYou will receive a personal invitation from Freshman Class Council with more details.


JANUARY PROGRAM ACADEMIC ORIENTATION SERIES (MANDATORY)Location TBD. You will receive an e-mail from your WUSA with more information.Join us for the first Academic Orientation Series event of the spring semester. This series is designed to support your academic transition to Wash U and provide an opportunity for all JProg students to stay connected throughout your first semester.

This first session will feature guest speaker Tim Bono, Assistant Dean and Lecturer in Psychology, who will lead a discussion on learning and memory in college.


SPRING ACTIVITIES FAIRDanforth University CenterReady to get involved? Come meet representatives of over 200 student groups. More information can be found at www.getinvolved.wustl.edu. Join a few of your friends for dinner afterwards at The Village.

7:30PM – 9:00PM

4:00PM

TBD


Thursday, January 12th

Friday,January 13th

Saturday, January 14th

Sunday,January 15th

Monday, January 16th

VILLAGE

Village Grill Closed 11:00AM – 3:00PM 11:00AM – 3:00PM 5:00PM – 12:00AM 11:00AM – 2:00PM 5:00PM – 12:00AM

Comfort Closed Closed Closed 5:00PM – 8:00PM 11:00AM – 2:00PM 5:00PM – 8:00PM

Stir Fry Closed Closed Closed 5:00PM – 9:00PM 5:00PM – 9:00PM

Deli Closed Closed Closed 5:00PM – 8:00PM 5:00PM – 8:00PM

Brunch Closed Closed Closed 11:00AM – 2:00PM Closed

Village Coffee Con-nection

Closed 11:00AM – 7:00PM 11:00AM – 7:00PM 9:00AM – 12:00AM 9:00AM – 12:00AM

Millbrook Market Closed 11:00AM – 7:00PM 11:00AM – 7:00PM 9:00AM – 12:00AM 9:00AM – 12:00AM

DANFORTH UNIVERSITY CENTER

Wash U. Wok Closed Closed Closed Closed Closed

DeliciOSO 11:00AM – 5:00PM 11:00AM – 7:00PM Closed Closed Closed

Trattoria Verde 11:00AM – 5:00PM 11:00AM – 7:00PM Closed Closed Closed

1853 Diner Closed Closed Closed Closed Closed

Café Bergson 8:00AM – 2:00PM 8:00AM – 2:00PM 9:00AM – 1:00PM 9:00AM – 1:00PM 8:00AM – 2:00PM

BEAR’S DEN

Grizzly Grill 11:00AM – 8:00PM 11:00AM – 10:00PM 11:00AM – 10:00PM 3:00PM – 1:00AM 3:00PM – 2:00AM

¡OSOGood! Closed Closed Closed 5:00PM – 11:00PM 5:00PM – 11:00PM

WUrld Fusion Closed Closed Closed 5:00PM – 10:00PM 5:00PM – 10:00PM

Ciao Down Closed 11:00AM – 2:00PM 5:00PM – 10:00PM

11:00AM – 2:00PM 5:00PM – 10:00PM

5:00PM – 1:00AM 5:00PM – 2:00AM

Pasta Closed Closed Closed 5:00PM – 11:00PM 5:00PM – 11:00PM

Sizzle & Stir Closed 11:00AM – 2:00PM 5:00PM – 10:00PM

11:00AM – 2:00PM 5:00PM – 10:00PM

5:00PM – 10:00PM 5:00PM – 10:00PM

L’Chaim Closed Closed Closed 5:00PM – 10:00PM 5:00PM – 10:00PM

Brunch Closed Closed Closed 11:00AM – 2:00PM 11:00AM – 2:00PM

Cherry Tree Café 8:30AM – 8:00PM 8:00AM – 10:00PM 8:00AM – 10:00PM 8:30AM – 1:00AM 8:30AM – 2:00AM

Cherry Tree Café Deli Closed Closed Closed 11:00AM – 10:00PM 11:00AM – 10:00PM

Paws & Go Closed Closed 10:00AM – 10:00PM 10:00AM – 1:00AM 10:00AM – 1:00AM

Paws & Go Soup/Salad Bar

Closed Closed Closed 11:00AM – 10:00pm 11:00AM – 10:00PM

DINING HOURS

THE FIRST YEAR CENTERWELCOMES YOU TO WASH U!

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