Monday, January 23, 2012
9:00a - 2:00p Residential Life Check-In Missions Crossroads
New resident students may check-in between 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM on Monday, Janurary 23rd in the Housing Office located in the Mission Crossroads building.
9:00a - 2:00p Resident Student Orientation Check-In Missions Crossroads
Orientation check-in for all new students that will be living on-campus.
1:00p - 3:00p Commuter Student Orientation Check-In Plaza Minor (In front of the UC/SLP)
Orientation check-in for all new students that will be commuting to campus (not living on campus).
1:00p – 4:00p Suggested Errand Time (Around Campus)
This is a great window of time to take care of any errands you need to complete. Suggested errands include: paying your bill, getting your campus ID card, buying your parking permit, finding your classrooms, and buying your textbooks.
1:00p – 4:00p Orientation Information Table Available for Questions Plaza Minor (In front of the UC/SLP)
Spring Orientation student leaders will be available in the UC Lobby during this time to answer any questions you may have, including where to find any of the above mentioned errand locations. They are here to help you!
2:30p - 3:30p Parent's Welcome Degheri Alumni Center Room 120
Meet the Office of Parent Relations staff and other university administrators as they share their insights about the University of San Diego and suggest how to effectively support your student's educational experience.
3:00p – 4:00p Freshmen Commuter Student Meeting Degheri Alumni Center 113
This purpose of this meeting is to address key resources and services for incoming freshmen commuter students. Come and get helpful information on how, as a commuter, you can connect to campus life. Make sure you attend as you are sure to be surprised when you find out about everything USD offers to its commuter students.
4:00p - 5:00p Parent Reception Degheri Alumni Center Room 120 Patio
An informal gathering to meet members of the Office of Parent Relations, university administrators and other new parents. Enjoy light refreshments, share stories of your day and ask any remaining questions. Students will be in a Spring Orientation meeting, so this event is designed for parents and families!
4:00p - 5:00p Small Group Meeting & Tour University Center Frank's Lounge
You will meet your small group leader and the rest of your small group that is made up of other new students. VERY important – you don't want to miss it!
5:00p - 7:00p Resident Student Dinner & Meeting Missions Crossroads Lounge
This dinner will provide an opportunity to interact with your fellow residents and hear about on-campus living. At this time you will also meet your Resident Director, Resident Minister, and Resident Faculty specific to your area of campus.
5:00p - 7:00p Commuter Student Dinner University Center Frank's Lounge
A social dinner for all new commuter students!
7:00p Game Night Social Missions Crossroads Lounge
Come out for a fun night with fellow new students to play games and get to know each other. Meet members of the Transfer Student Organization as well! All new students invited.
Tuesday, January 24, 2012
7:45a - 8:30a Late Check-In University Center Foyer
If you did not check-in the day before this is your opportunity to check-in for Spring Orientation.
8:00a - 8:30a New Student Breakfast University Center Forum B
Come enjoy a continental breakfast to start off your day!
8:30a - 8:45a Vice President for Student Affairs Welcome Address University Center Forum B
The program begins! A welcome from the Vice President for Student Affairs, Carmen Vazquez and an overview of Spring Orientation.
8:45a - 9:45a Nuts and Bolts of the Freshman Transition University Center 128
It's never too early for you to begin mapping out plans for how to best spend your time at USD and graduate on time. Advisors will give you tips on how to navigate the systems that can help you achieve your goals of graduation and avoid pitfalls specific to the new freshman student experience.
8:45a - 9:45a Nuts and Bolts of the Transfer Transition University Center Forum B
It's never too early for you to begin mapping out plans for how to best spend your time at USD and graduate on time. Advisors will give you tips on how to navigate the systems that can help you achieve your goals of graduation and avoid pitfalls past Transfer Students have experienced.
9:45a - 10:45a The Freshman Student Experience at USD University Center 128
Hear from current students that entered USD as new freshmen and about how they made their transition into college life successful. If you are an International Student, plan to attend the breakout listed under the Transfer Experience at USD.
9:45a - 10:45a The Transfer Experience at USD
Hear from current transfer students about how they made their transition to USD work. They’ll share their positive and challenging experiences and help you to avoid some of the hurdles they experienced. This portion of the day is run through multiple concurrent sessions. Choose from the transition type that best describes you:
Incoming from a 2-year institution University Center Forum B
Incoming from a 4-year institution University Center 107
Veteran Students University Center 220
Students over the age of 25 University Center 104
International Students (Both Freshmen and Transfer) Serra Hall 215
Learn how to transition successfully to the USD college environment and about important resources that help international students succeed at USD. Representatives from the Dean's offices of the School of Business administration and Arts & Sciences will be there to share important tips for academic success. Required for all new international undergraduate students.
10:45a - 11:00p Break
11:00a - 12:00p Resource Fair University Center Forum B
Representatives from campus departments and student organizations will be present to provide you with information and answer any questions. Come start thinking about what organizations you would like to connect with and get helpful information from campus departments that are here to support you.
12:00p - 1:00p New Student Luncheon University Center Frank's Lounge
1:00p - 2:15p How USD is Different -- Things YOU Need to Know Degheri Alumni Center 120
Every college and university has different processes, resources, expectations, even different terms and acronyms -- different cultures. You have heard about many of these differences throughout the morning. This session will assist you with learning about USD's culture of challenge and support. This information session will contribute to your successful transition into the USD community.
2:30p – 2:55p Breakout Sessions -- Choose from the following:
Study Abroad Degheri Alumni Center 113
Studying abroad is a wonderful and fun way to add a global perspective to your studies at USD. A speaker from the International Center will present on what types of programs are available and how to find the program that is right for you.
Career Services Degheri Alumni Center 112
Career Services is an important office that promotes the professional development of USD students. Career staff can help you with choosing a major, job/internship strategies and skills, resume and interview preparation, and graduate school options. Don’t wait until your senior year – get started now by seeking career counseling and personalized service in this office.
Getting Involved Degheri Alumni Center 120
Join the Student Leadership and Involvement Center (SLIC) to find out why getting involved at USD could be the most important action you take this spring! Learn about all of your options: student organizations, Greek Life, leadership roles, service, Associated Students, and University Ministry -- we can help you find something of interest. Were you involved at your last school? We can help you find something similar at USD.
3:00p – 3:25p Breakout Sessions: -- Choose from the following:
Study Abroad Degheri Alumni Center 113
See above description.
Career Services Degheri Alumni Center 112
See above description.
Transfer Commuter Student Meeting Degheri Alumni Center 120
This purpose of this meeting is to address key resources and services for incoming transfer commuter students. Come and get helpful information on how, as a commuter, you can connect to campus life. Make sure you attend as you are sure to be surprised when you find out about everything USD offers to its commuter students.
3:30p-5:30p Commuter Student Social Frank's Lounge (in UC)
All commuter students are invited to Frank's Lounge for a casual gathering before the big Night on the Town! Frank's Lounge is USD's newest social hot spot that features a fully equipped video gaming area, foosball, billiards and general lounging space. Come check it out and get to know other commuter students! This is also a good time to take care of any remainging campus business such as getting your ID card, etc.
6:00p Night on the Town Filippi's Pizza Grotto in Little Italy*
1747 India St, San Diego, CA. 92111
Enjoy Filippi’s delicious, authentic Italian pizza while meeting other incoming students as well as your Transfer Student Organization members. Transportation will be provided to and from Filippi’s, please meet in front of the University Center at 5:30pm. Tickets can be purchased in the UC Ticket Office for $5 each. Ticket price covers a pizza, pasta and salad buffet and time to socialize with other new and continuing students! Get your ticket soon as we have limited space!
Wednesday, January 25, 2012
10:00a - 11:00a Business Student Orientation Olin Hall 229
An orientation program designed specifically for incoming business students. Learn about the Passport Program, resources, and organizations that will be beneficial to you as a business student at USD.
11:15a - 12:15a Financial Aid Information Session University Center Forum A & B
If you receive Financial Aid you must attend this session. At this session you will learn about the importance of private outside scholarships, the USD registration process, and tips on how to meet financial deadlines. You will also be introduced to several important financial offices such as the Financial Aid Office, Student Accounts, and Student Employment. This meeting is very important for students receiving Financial Aid.
12:30p - 2:30p "Let the Good Times Bowl!" Social Kearny Mesa Bowling Alley
7585 Clairemont Mesa Blvd, San Diego, CA. 92111
Join us and show off your bowling skills while hanging out with fellow transfer students. Transportation will be provided to and from the bowling alley, please meet in front of the University Center at 12:30pm. Tickets can be purchased in the UC Ticket Office for $5 each. Ticket price covers transportation, 2 hours of bowling, shoe rental, some refreshments, and time to socialize with other new and continuing USD students!
