Orientation Schedule
Friday, August 28, 2009
8:00 – 11:30am Residential Student Move In Your Residence Hall
All residence halls open at 8am, so take your belongings to your room and begin settling in. Also meet your Residential Life Staff and get acquainted with your new neighbors.
8:00 – 11:30am Orientation Check In for Residential Students Hauke Courtyard
Check in at your convenience between 8 and 11:30am to pick up your Orientation packet. All students may pick up their Champlain College ID, drop off outstanding health forms, pick up books, learn about work-study opportunities, sign up for bank accounts, and get settled in during this time.
8:00 – 11:30am Nuts and Bolts to Beginning Your College Career IDX, SLC Fireside Lounge
If you didn’t have a chance to send us your photo ID come to the SLC and get your picture taken; we’ll make your ID for you to pick up later at the Information Table. All students are required to register for the campus emergency alert system so make sure to stop by, meet the Campus Public Safety Staff and register. The emergency alert system notifies students of any emergency or crisis situation occurring on or near campus. Bring your laptop to get your account set up and receive assistance connecting to the network. Ski Pass Sign up will also be available so you can get your seasons pass.
10:30 – 11:30am Check In for Commuter Students Hauke Courtyard
Students check in to receive Orientation packets. All students may have their photo ID taken, drop off outstanding health forms, pick up books, learn about work-study opportunities, and sign up for bank accounts, if needed. Bring your laptop to get your account set up and receive assistance connecting to the network. Ski Pass Sign up will also be available so you can get your seasons pass. Make sure to ask about the Commuter Breakfast scheduled for Saturday at 8:00am.
11:30 – 1:00pm Lunch for Students, Families and Friends IDX, SLC Dining Hall, or Hauke Courtyard
All students, families and friends are invited to enjoy a BBQ. Students may use this time to tie up any loose ends, say goodbye to friends and family, and celebrate the start of their college career.
1:00 – 1:30pm President’s Welcome Aiken Lawn
Join President David Finney, faculty and staff for an official welcome to Champlain College before students begin a weekend of Orientation activities. Also hear from the Director of Admission, Ian Mortimer, and a Student Government Association (SGA) Representative as we begin this new adventure together.
1:45 – 3:00pm Student Orientation Group Meeting Aiken Lawn
Student Orientation begins! You will meet your Orientation Leaders (OL), the other students in the Class of 2013, review the weekend schedule, and begin exploring your new community. Be sure to wear your nametag.
3:00 – 4:00pm Convocation Skiff Parking Lot
President David Finney, Provost Robin Abramson, College vice presidents and Champlain faculty in full academic regalia will welcome new students to campus in the ceremony that officially begins your college career. The St. Andrew’s Pipe Band of Vermont will lead a formal processional followed by our school song.
Champlain will also present its 2009 Distinguished Citizen Award and have a keynote speaker.
4:00 – 5:30pm Residence Hall Community Meeting
Meet the members of your residence hall at this social gathering, including your Resident Assistant, Area Coordinator and/or Head Resident. Spinner Place Residents: your meeting will be held in the Hauke Conference Room on the main campus.
5:00 – 7:00pm Student Dinner IDX, SLC Dining Hall
7:00 – 8:30pm TRASHED Argosy Gymnasium
TRASHED is an inspirational stand-up comedy program based on the life lessons of Wendi Fox. TRASHED is a combination of hysterical observations, profound questions and life lessons learned. Come experience the “Beer Goggle Challenge” hear some wild stories, brain bending moments, and sobering laughs. Also pick up your tickets to attend the Lake Champlain Cruise or Pizza Putt excursions.
8:45 - 9:15pm Class of 2013 heads out to have some fun! Bader Parking Lot or McDonald Parking Lot
Buses will be available in the Bader parking lot at 8:45pm to take you to the waterfront for the cruise or in McDonald Parking Lot to take you to Pizza Putt. You must have a ticket to attend either of these events.
9:30 – 11:30pm Lake Champlain Boat Cruise Bader Parking Lot
Students climb aboard the “Spirit of Ethan Allen III,” Burlington’s largest cruise ship. The entire boat, three decks in all, is reserved for the Class of 2013. Food, soda, music and a friendly game of Bingo will be available on the boat. Come along for a wonderful evening on beautiful Lake Champlain.
Buses will meet you directly after the cruise to drive you back to campus and Spinner Place.
9:30 – 11:30pm Pizza Putt McDonald Parking Lot
Head out to a local pizza place that offers much more than just pizza! You can play miniature golf, laser tag, video games, and more. Snacks provided, so bring your appetite.
Buses will meet you directly after the event to drive you back to campus and Spinner Place.
Saturday, August 29, 2009
8:00 – 9:30am Residential Student Breakfast IDX, SLC Dining Hall
You made it through your first day – congratulations! Take some time at breakfast to reconnect with your Orientation Group and swap stories about how things went for everyone.
8:00 – 9:30am Commuter and Transfer Student Breakfast Tower Room
Join us for a special breakfast for commuting students and Orientation Leaders to discuss the benefits and challenges of living off campus while attending school.
8:00 – 5:00pm Information Table and Key Pick Up Hauke Courtyard
Just registering today? Still have lots of questions? Still need to get your student ID photo taken? Feel free to stop by the information table at anytime this weekend to have your questions answered.
9:00 –12:15pm Academic Division Meetings
Spend the morning with faculty and students in your academic division and major. Not sure which division you are in? Ask your Orientation Leader or head to the Information Table.
Academic Division Starting Location
Division of Business Alumni Auditorium
Division of Communication and Creative Media Argosy Gymnasium
Division of Education and Human Studies Courtyard Tent
Division of Information Technology Science Hauke Lounge
Radiography Majors Gallery
12:00 – 2:00pm Campus offices open today.
Feel free to stop in and address any needs you have.
12:00 – 2:00pm Computer Support IDX, SLC Atrium
Bring your laptop and receive assistance connecting to the Champlain network and setting up your account.
12:00 – 1:30pm CPS & New American Student Scholar Luncheon IDX, SLC Terrace
Feeling a little apprehensive about your first semester at Champlain College? Want to meet current students and hear about their experiences here at Champlain? Join other students at this relaxed, but informational luncheon. This luncheon is reserved for non-traditional students, New American Scholars, and International students. Please contact Sophia Morris-Pittman at 802-383-6621 or Christian Berry at 802-651-5936 for more information.
12:15 – 2:00pm Lunch Orientation Group Meeting Space
Enjoy lunch with your Peer Advisor, Orientation Leader and Life Experience & Action Dimension (LEAD) group in the Orientation Leader group meeting space that you met in yesterday. Hear about LEAD as you prepare for this afternoon’s LEAD events.
2:00 – 5:15pm Introduction to LEAD: Life Experience & Action Dimension Skiff Parking Lot
LEAD, is the third component of Champlain’s Education in Three Dimensions and focuses on learning that is not typically covered in the classroom. LEAD spans all four years of the Champlain College education, and gives students the needed tools for personal growth in four areas: career management, financial sophistication, community involvement and individual values. Today, more than ever, having skills and tools that help to negotiate relationships, communities, careers, and financial issues are critical to one’s success in life. During this time students will be introduced to LEAD and the first year expectations.
5:00 – 7:00pm Dinner IDX, SLC Dining Hall, or Hauke Courtyard
5:00 – 6:30pm Champlain Abroad Dinner IDX, SLC Terrace
Grab your dinner and come out to the Student Life Center terrace. This is a great opportunity to begin to consider your options and plan for a semester abroad during your junior year. Lynda Reid, Director of Champlain Abroad Recruiting, along with Champlain students who have returned from abroad, will introduce you to your study abroad options and how to begin planning and preparing. Interested in attending? Please email HYPERLINK "reid@champlain.edu" reid@champlain.edu with your name, major and CC ID number.
8:30 – 12:00am A Night of Fun in the Student Life Center IDX, Student Life Center
Participate in a pool tournament, a ping pong tournament, play some Wii enjoy and ice cream social and much more! Come down to the Student Life Center and spend the evening playing games and having fun!
The Featured Event Tonight is The Grind
Join your fellow students in the Dining Hall for the opening night of The Grind Coffee House. This open mic coffee house encourages you to let loose and be creative. You can sing, play music, read poetry, slam, stand-up, or just say what’s on your mind. The Grind is a safe space to get together with friends, meet people and have a good time, no matter what your tastes or views. And to those of you who aren’t convinced yet: free food! If you like what you see, you can also participate in the Grind each Wednesday night throughout the semester in the SLC Fireside Lounge.
Sunday, August 30, 2009
8:00 – 10:00am Breakfast IDX, SLC Dining Hal
9:00 – 5:00pm Information Table Hauke Courtyard
Still have lots of questions? Feel free to stop by the information table at anytime this weekend to have your questions answered.
10:00 –11:30am Campus Public Safety Program Argosy Gymnasium
All residential students are required to come learn the do's and don’ts of fire safety, preventing theft on campus, as well as policies involving alcohol, illegal substances and noise violations. Wondering what to do with your car now that you're all moved in? Or just have general questions for the Office of Campus Public Safety? Come check out the program on Public Safety! Also, hear valuable personal safety tips.
11:30 – 12:15pm The Class of 2013 Meets Aiken Lawn
This is your first chance to meet all of your fellow classmates. This will be a high energy, fun-filled activity. Lots of great prizes to win, so make sure to stay through the class picture!
12:15pm Class Picture Aiken Lawn
This is our opportunity to take a picture of the class of 2013 as a whole. Be sure to bring your smiles as you gather as a class and begin this journey together.
12:30 – 2:00pm Lunch IDX, SLC Dining Hall
12:30 – 2:30pm Campus Tours Hauke Courtyard
Not sure where your Tuesday class is located? Heard about the Student Life Office, but don’t know where it is? Want to check out the photography lab? Bring your class schedule and an Orientation Leader can show you where to go for classes. Come anytime between 12:30 and 2:30pm to learn the basics of the Champlain campus, as well as some of Champlain’s hidden features.
1:00 - 2:00pm Academic Test for Mathematics Joyce 202, 203, 210, 211, 212
All programs of study require at least one math course. A small group of students will receive waivers (no credit given) for College Algebra or Algebra & Trigonometry due to a high level of math performance. All other students who are required to take College Algebra or Algebra & Trigonometry in any semester of their program should take the appropriate Challenge Exam during new-student Orientation. Students who receive a grade of 70% or better on the Challenge Exam will receive a waiver (no credit given) for College Algebra or Algebra & Trigonometry. These students are encouraged to schedule a higher level math course but are free to choose any qualifying elective. This choice should be made in consultation with their advisor. For more information or Challenge Exam review sheets, contact Scott Stevens at (802) 865-6448 or at HYPERLINK "mailto:stevens@champlain.edu" stevens@champlain.edu.
1:00 - 4:30pm Computer Support IDX, SLC Atrium
Bring your laptop and receive assistance connecting to the Champlain network and your new account.
2:30 – 4:30pm Hike Bader Parking Lot
Class of 2013 – take a hike! Signups are required, so make sure to sign up in your first Orientation meeting on Friday or anytime on Saturday at the Information Table. Meet at Bader Parking Lot and take a quick hike to see the beauty of your new surroundings. Light hiking boots or sneakers, water and sunscreen recommended (rain date Saturday, September 5, same time and location).
2:30 – 4:30pm Out and About Town IDX, SLC Fireside Lounge
Take a walking tour and explore downtown Burlington with your Orientation group! Find where the hottest spots to hang out with friends are or the best places to get off campus and get some work done. Wear comfy shoes and bring some money so you can grab a cup of coffee, an ice cream or whatever you‘d like, you can find it all on Church Street!
4:30 – 5:30pm Fitness Center Demo IDX, SLC Fitness Center
Check out the wide variety of fitness classes and equipment offered year ‘round in the Fitness Center! Make sure to wear your workout gear because this won’t be your average information session!
4:30 – 7:00pm Dinner IDX, SLC Dining Hall
8:30 – 9:30pm Night of Laughter Alumni Auditorium
Come to an evening of comic relief when a professional comedian comes to campus. Space is limited so please come early.
Monday, August 31, 2009
8:00am First Day of Classes!
3:00–4:30pm Work-Study Job Fair Hauke Conference Room
Work-Study eligible students are invited to stop by the Hauke Conference Room to learn about on-campus positions offered by various departments at the College. Come learn about these departments, speak with supervisors and apply for open positions. Staff from the Financial Aid, Career Services and Payroll Offices will be on hand to answer questions and distribute authorization forms and enrollment paperwork.
5:00 – 6:00pm Bike Montreal Reunion Dinner CSCE Office, Skiff Hall Annex
Reconnect with the other participants of the Bike Montreal Summer Launch trip! Come enjoy some delicious food and learn more about Burlington’s unique bike culture.
Tuesday, September 1, 2009
5:00 – 6:00pm Outdoor Adventure Program (OAP) Reunion Dinner Hauke Boardroom
Summer Launch OAP participants reunite! Meet for dinner and enjoy the company of the other OAP students. Share stories from the rest of your summer excursions, find out where everyone is living and test your memory. Think you remember everyone’s names from the dreaded name game? Let’s test your skills and get reconnected.
Wednesday, September 2, 2009
5:00 – 7:00pm Made in Vermont Reunion Dinner Meet outside of IDX, Student Life Center
Take a walk downtown and join your fellow Made in Vermonters for a localvore feast at American Flatbread. What could be better than some good laughs, fun memories, and great pizza?
Monday, September 7, 2009
3:30 – 5:00pm Activities Fair and BBQ Hauke Courtyard
Come check out all the clubs and activities available at Champlain and wrap it up with a BBQ! This is a great time to learn about clubs that you might be interested in joining and find out what programs you would like to bring to campus.
September 9-11 & 17-19, 2009
8:00-9:30pm Champlain Theatre presents Strawberries in January Alumni Auditorium
Our fall production is a surprising, fresh new comedy about four romantically challenged singletons who stumble through contemporary Montréal in search of love. Directed by award-winning Canadian Gordon McCall, whose thirty-year career includes recognition as one of the major contributors to the creation, development and dissemination of a Canadian theatrical voice on the national and international stage. $20.00/general tickets may be purchased at the door, Champlain students free with i.d.
Friday, September 11, 2009
5:00 – 6:30pm Diversity and Inclusion Welcome Back Event Fireside Lounge
Join the Office of Diversity and Inclusion for their annual Welcome Back Celebration. Students, faculty, staff and Champlain community partners are invited to this special event. Come and begin the year in style. Help us celebrate our community. Appetizers and entertainment will be provided. For more information or directions contact Sophia Morris-Pittman at 860-2780 or HYPERLINK "mailto:smorrispittman@champlain.edu" smorrispittman@champlain.edu.
Monday, September 14, 2009
3:30 – 5:30pm Non-Profit Service Fair Fireside Lounge
Explore the diverse volunteer opportunities of Vermont’s dynamic non-profit agencies, schools and Champlain’s service-oriented student clubs. Our community partners have needs in nearly anything you may be interested in: animal care, elder care, environmental sustainability, web design, marketing, IT support, childcare, tutoring, mentoring, music cataloguing, anti-poverty activities. Many of these opportunities could fulfill your Life Experience & Action Dimension (LEAD) community building requirement and will not only boost your knowledge base but will introduce you to some very dedicated people.
Friday, September 25, 2009
4:00 – 5:30pm Community Book Program Alumni Auditorium
The Community Book Program presents the book Standing Up to the Madness: Ordinary Heroes in Extraordinary Times by Amy and David Goodman. The bestselling book highlights such firebrands as Rosa Parks and the Montgomery Bus Boycott and the schoolchildren in Soweto, South Africa, who revolted against apartheid. The book concludes with a rousing chapter written with students in mind, titled "We are the Leaders We've Been Waiting For: How to Stand up to the Madness." The Community Book Program will culminate with a presentation and book signing by Amy and David Goodman.
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