ORIENTATION CLASS OF *Mandatory Program

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1 ORIENTATION CLASS OF

2 WELCOME HOME WARRIORS! From Orientation and move-in day to graduation day and every day in between, students will experience an unparalleled sense of belonging, community, and camaraderie at Merrimack College a shared belief that we re all in this together and capable of extraordinary things. FRIDAY, AUGUST 31, 2018 Merrimack College offices will be open today from 8:30am 4:30pm. 7:30am 3:00pm Resident Move-In Various Campus Locations Students will complete the check in process, get their room key and get settled prior to the start of the program. 7:30am 3:30pm ID Photos St. Thomas Community Room, Apartment Tower C Students who have not received their Mack Card ID should have their identification photo taken during this time. 9:30am 3:30pm ipad Pick-Up Information Technology Office, McQuade Library 2nd Floor Students who have not yet received their ipad may do so during this time. Please bring a completed Computer User Agreement. Students under 18 will need a parent/guardian signature to pick up their ipad. Breakfast and Lunch 2:45pm 3:45pm Commuter Student Check-In Merrimack Club, Sakowich Campus 2nd Floor Commuter students should check in during this time. 2

3 FRIDAY, AUGUST 31, 2018 (CONTINUED) 2:45pm 3:45pm 3:00pm 3:45pm 4:00pm 4:30pm 5:30pm International Student Check-In Merrimack Club, Sakowich Campus 2nd Floor International students should check in during this time. Merrimack Legacies Welcome Blue Line Club, Merrimack Athletics Complex We honor incoming Legacy students carrying on a proud family tradition of education at Merrimack College, which includes those having a grandparent, parent, or sibling that has graduated from or is currently attending Merrimack College. RSVP to the Alumni Office is required. Opening Address* Join us for the official Opening Address of the September Orientation program. Following the Opening Address, students will say goodbye to their families and begin their Orientation events. Orientation Kick-Off* Multi-purpose Room, Sakowich Campus In this highly engaging and fun session, students will gain an immediate understanding and desire to get more involved on campus and take advantage of the opportunities Merrimack offers beyond the classroom. Dinner with your Group Begin using your MackCard tonight for dinner in Sparky s! Students will receive an from their Orientation Leader with a meeting location. Dean s Forum Dinner Crowe Classrooms Students involved in the Dean s Forum will have dinner at this time. Students will receive an with details. 7:00pm Comedian Eric O Shea Come see one of the most popular college comedians, Eric O Shea, perform for a night of laughter. 8:30 9:00pm Commuter Student Meeting* Cascia Commuter students will discuss their experiences of living off campus and opportunities available to all students. 3

4 FRIDAY, AUGUST 31, 2018 (CONTINUED) 8:30 9:00pm Residence Meetings* Various Campus Locations Resident students will meet by building with their Area Coordinators and Resident Advisors in the following locations: Deegan East, Deegan West: Rogers for the Arts North Residential Village: Rogers for the Arts Ash Centre: South Residential Village: Hammel Court, Merrimack Athletics Complex 9:00 9:30pm Residence Meetings* Various Campus Locations Resident students will meet by building with their Area Coordinators and Resident Advisors in the following locations: Monican Centre, Townhouses: Rogers for the Arts Apartments, Royal Crest, O Brien: Cascia 9:00pm 4 First Class Bash O Brien Plaza Join fellow classmates for games, giveaways, food, and other fun activities during your first night on campus as the Class of 2022!

5 SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, :30am Breakfast 8:30am #MackActs Part I* The Office of Community Standards, Merrimack College Police Department, and Office of Wellness Education will review Merrimack s safety and community policies. 10:00am 2:15pm 2:15pm 2:30pm 4:30pm 5:00pm 6:30pm Student Services Group Rotations Various Campus Locations Students will rotate through stations across campus with their orientation group leaders. Sessions will cover Academically Surviving and Thriving at Merrimack, a McQuade Libary tour, completing of the Strengthsfinder Assessment (required for FYE courses), and lunch. Hamel Health Session and Rogers for the Arts Representatives from Hamel Health will review the services they offer and resources available to students. Groups 1 15: Groups 16 28: Rogers for the Arts #MackActs Part II* and Rogers for the Arts Learn about Merrimack s commitment to reduce violence on campus through enabling active bystanders and implementing the nationally recognized Green Dot initiative. Groups will remain in their current location. IT Tips and Tricks Representatives from IT will discuss tips and tricks for internet usage on campus. Dinner with your Group Meet your CA: Commuter Advisor* Commuter Students will meet with their Commuter Advisor, mingle with other Commuter Students, and learn about resources and upcoming programs. 5

6 SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2018 (CONTINUED) 6:30pm 8:00pm 9:00pm Meet Your RA: Resident Assistant* Various Residence Locations Resident Students should go to their Residence floor to meet with their Resident Assistant and fellow hallmates and learn about resources and upcoming programs. Mind Reader Eric Dittelman Rogers for the Arts Ever wonder what someone else is thinking? Find out during this interactive comedic performance! Mack Mania St. Clare Court All Commuter and Resident student are invited for a night of games, karaoke, trivia, and music! SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, :30am 9:15am Breakfast Group Time Various Campus Locations Promise Program Meeting Cascia Lawn Tent Students in the Promise Program will meet other students in this cohort and learn additional information about the program. 10:00am 5:00pm 6:00pm The Program: A Merrimack Tradition* Today is a day filled with fun events, activities, and challenges. This day promises to be unforgetable. Lunch will be served mid-day by group. Dress comfortably and wear the Class of 2022 t-shirt! Dinner with your Group Mass Chapel of Our Mother of Good Counsel, Austin 2nd Floor Experience how the Merrimack community gives praise and thanks to God. Students of all faiths are welcome. 6

7 SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 2018 (CONTINUED) 7:00pm 8:00pm Campus Ministry Ice Cream Social Sakowich Campus Patio Enjoy an ice cream social sponsored by Campus Ministry and learn more about what they offer on campus. Drive-In Movie Cascia Lawn Bring a blanket and join friends while enjoying a movie night including snacks! MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 3, :00am 10:30am 5:00pm 6:30pm 8:00pm Breakfast Day Trip to Boston Buses will begin loading at 10:30am in Parking Lot K All First-Year students are welcome to attend a day trip to Boston. Transportation and food vouchers will be provided. Dinner with your Group Honors Program Meeting Cascia Students in the Honors Program will meet other students in this cohort and learn additional information about the program. Astonishment Artist Mat LaVore Rogers for the Arts Experience a world of magic, mind reading, and hypnosis from world class Astonishment Artist Mat LaVore! 7

8 TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, :15pm 5:30pm Mass of the Holy Spirit Collegiate Church of Christ the Teacher All First-Year Students should meet their Orientation groups at 3:45pm on O Brien Plaza. Groups will then proceed to the Collegiate Church of Christ the Teacher. Community BBQ O Brien Plaza THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, :00pm Academic Convocation* All First-Year students will meet their Orientation groups at 3:30pm on O Brien Plaza. Groups will then proceed to Hammel Court. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, :00pm 8 Involvement Fair O Brien Plaza Get to know various departments and student organizations and learn how to involved on campus!

9 UPCOMING EVENTS Tuesday, September 4, :00pm Royal Crest Pool Party Royal Crest Pool Wednesday, September 5, :00pm Big Prize Bingo Warrior s Den Thursday, September 6, :00pm Film: Across the Universe Rogers for the Arts Friday, September 7, :00pm Monican/Townhouse Movie Townhouse Quad 9:00pm Wellness Education Program Location TBD 11:00pm Food Trucks Lots G & J Saturday, September 8, :00am Women s Soccer vs. Adelphi 12:00pm Deegan/North Residential Village Cheese! St. Clare Court 12:00pm Ash/South Residential Village Competition Road St. Clare Court 1:00pm Field Hockey vs. East Stroudsburg Merrimack Stadium 2:00pm Men s Soccer vs. Post 6:00pm Football vs. Assumption, Merrimack Stadium 10:00pm Trip to SkyZone Transportation Provided 11:00pm Food Trucks Lots G & J Sunday, September 9, :00pm Field Hockey vs. Limestone Merrimack Stadium 1:00pm Patriots Viewing Party 2:00pm O Brien/Apartments Bash St. Thomas Apartments Volleyball Court 6:00pm FYE Study Hour Tuesday, September 11, :00pm First Year Advising Meetings 7:00pm Men s Soccer vs. Saint Michaels Wednesday, September 12, :00pm Field Hockey vs. American International Merrimack Stadium 7:00pm Women s Soccer vs. Bentley Thursday, September 13, :00am Community Coffee Office of Student Involvement 3:00pm Hamel Health Open House Hamel Health and Counseling 6:30pm FYE Bingo Friday, September 14, :00pm Block Party Lot H Saturday, September 16, :00pm Patriots Viewing Party 7:00pm Men s Soccer vs. New Haven 9:00pm Lazer Tag Trip Transportation Provided 9

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