Orientation
New Commuter Student orientation schedule Aug. 26 - Sept. 1, 2009
Wednesday, Aug. 26 - Arrival Day
For Arrival Day details, please visit the What to Expect on Arrival Day page.
Thursday, Aug. 27 - Academic Day
9–11:30 a.m. Academic Orientation and Advising
Follow the instructions in your registration packet (that you received on Wednesday, Aug. 20) for the location of your major or department. Start your academic career with a divisional meeting and then academic advising.
11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. Lunch with your Academic Advisor
Wise Campus Center Dining Hall
Have lunch with your advisor and other students in your major.
1–2 p.m. Academic Advising and Enrollment continued (if needed)
2–3;15 p.m. Surviving NU with Rev. Wick
Cabot 85
This is an entertaining look at all you need to know to survive NU with flying colors.
3–5 p.m. Library and Museum Tours
Kreitzberg Library
Meet your OLs/RAs on the steps of the Wise Campus Center.
5–6 p.m. Dinner
Wise Campus Center Dining Hall
6–7 p.m. Free time
7–7:45 p.m. Briefing by VP for Student Affairs
Andrews Hall
Learn more about being a part of the NU community
7:45–8:30 p.m. Athletic Briefing
Andrews Hall
Learn more about opportunities to participate in intramural, club, and varsity sports.
9–10:30 p.m. Outdoor Movie
South Hall Quad
Bring a chair/blanket and come enjoy the movie. Refreshments will be served.
Friday, Aug. 28
All sessions are mandatory
7–8 a.m. Breakfast
Wise Campus Center Dining Hall
8–10 a.m. Academic Achievement Center
Cabot 85
This session with staff from the Academic Achievement Center will address topics relevant to your academic success. Bring pen/pencil, your class schedule, and Student Planner.
10–11 a.m. Academic Integrity
Cabot 85
This session addresses the issue of Academic Integrity—avoiding “academic pitfalls” related to course work and your major.
11 a.m.–noon Norwich Traditions & Customs
Cabot 85
noon–1 p.m. Lunch
Wise Campus Center Dining Hall
1–2 p.m. Registrar’s Office
Cabot 85
This session with staff from the Registrar’s Office addressing all aspects of future course selection and auditing.
2–3 p.m. Registrar’s Office
Cabot 85
This session with staff from Information Technology Services addresses use of all aspects of the NU information technology system. Learn the do’s and don’ts of campus computing and connectivity.
3–5:45 p.m. Free time
6–6 p.m. Class Dinner
Milano Ballroom
Attire: buisness casual
9:30–10:30 p.m. Optional: Bonfire & Smores
Disney Field
Saturday, Aug. 29
7:30–8:30 a.m. Breakfast
Wise Campus Center Dining Hall
All students should eat a good breakfast in preparation for a full day of activities. Morning activities TBD.
2–4 p.m. Volunteering & Civic Engagement
Wise Campus Center Rook Dining Hall
Learn more about opportunities to volunteer in the local community, nationally and abroad
5–7 p.m. Luau & Dinner
South Hall Quad
7–9 p.m. Late Night at the WICK
TBA
Sunday, Aug. 30
7–9 a.m. Breakfast
Wise Campus Center Dining Hall
11 a.m.–1 p.m. Lunch
Wise Campus Center Dining Hall
1:30 p.m.–2:30 p.m. Oath Ceremony and Parade
Upper Parade Ground
This session is mandatory. Business attire required. Please arrive promptly at 1:15 p.m. for seating. The ceremony and parade last about one hour.
The NU Class of 2013, both prospective cadets and new traditional civilian students, will assemble on the Upper Parade Ground to pledge their willingness to accept and apply the Honor Code, abide by the Norwich Rules and Regulations, foster the Norwich spirit and uphold the traditions of the University.
Parents, family, friends, faculty, and staff are encouraged to attend. Prospective cadets will not be able to speak with their parents, family or friends before, during or after the ceremony. However, traditional students can meet with their parents, family, and friends as their schedules allow.
4–7 p.m. Playfair and All New Student BBQ
Plumley Armory, WCC Quad
Mandatory
Join your classmates from all lifestyles, RAs, and OLs for the Ultimate Icebreaker experience. We guarantee a night of unforgettable fun.
6:30 p.m. Catholic Mass
I.D. White Chapel
7:45 p.m. Non-Denominational Services
I.D. White Chapel
Monday, Aug. 31
First day of classes—good luck!
3–4 p.m. Make Up Library & Museum Tour
Kreitzberg Library
Tuesday, Sept. 1
1:15 p.m. Convocation
Shapiro Field house
Mandatory for all members of the NU Community
Official opening of the 2009–2010 academic year. Business attire required.
Schedule subject to change.
