Yeshiva University Spring 2019 Orientation Beren Campus Sunday, January 27 - Monday, January 28, 2019 Ongoing Throughout Orientation Orientation Information Station 245 Lexington Ave, Stanton Hall Throughout Orientation, staff will offer assistance regarding Orientation sessions, registration and campus resources. Re-energize with drinks and snacks or ask student leaders questions about the day s schedule. Open Beit Midrash 245 Lexington Ave, Stanton Hall, Lea and Leon Eisenberg Learn in the Beit Midrash throughout Orientation with our dynamic Rebbeim, staff, and madrichot. Stop in to learn with others or on your own throughout the year. Learn about our Night Seder program and other weekly shiurim throughout the year. Don t know if you re a registered or non-registered student? Registered Student : If you have signed up for classes and already have your class schedule, then you are a registered student. Anyone who made their schedule in Israel is also a registered student. Non-Registered Student : If you have not yet signed up for classes, then you are not registered. Sunday, January 27, 2019 All programs take place in Stanton Hall, 245 Lexington Ave, between 34th and 35th Streets, unless otherwise specified. ID Cards Your Yeshiva University ID card is an essential item on campus, which serves as your dining card and grants you access to the library, shuttle services, and all YU buildings. Those who emailed their photo in advance will pick up their prepared ID from Security at Housing Check-In. If you have not submitted a photo, it will be taken during Housing Check-In. 1
Arrival and Move-In 10:00-12:45 PM Brookdale Residence Hall, 50 East 34th Street Check into your dorm room and pick up your pre-printed ID card or take your ID photo. Student Guides and Resident Advisors will be on hand to assist you, and answer any questions you may have. Snacks and hot drinks will be available in Brookdale Hall, Front Lounge. Placement Tests 12:00-1:00 PM Hebrew Placement Test Room 301 For students who have not taken the online Hebrew placement exam. SCW Math Placement Test Room 315 Students taking courses in Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Mathematics, and Physics should take an online placement exam before Orientation. Instructions for this exam have been emailed to you. However, if you have not taken the exam previously you may take it at this time. Calculators are not permitted. Student and Parent Welcome Lunch 12:45-1:45 PM Hear words of welcome from Talia Molotsky, Assistant Director of Student Life. Q & A with your Student Council Representatives 1:45-2:45 PM 245 Lexington Ave, Room 101/102 Hear about what s happening on your campus. Ask questions to current student leaders and learn how to navigate your time at Yeshiva University. Lessons from Rebbe Akiva: Perspectives on New Beginnings 2:45-3:45 PM Gain a new perspective on starting college with Penina Bernstein, Campus Rebbetzin. Wireless@YU for All Students 3:45-4:50 PM Room 301 2
Find out about the computer lab, email accounts and Canvas, our course management system. Bring your phone and laptop to get connected to campus WiFi. A - K 3:45-4:15 L - Z 4:20-4:50 Library Boot Camp 3:45-4:50 PM Hedi Steinberg Library, Second Floor Learn about the YU library system, study spaces, and college research. A - K 4:20-4:50 L - Z 3:45-4:15 A Student s Guide to Smart and Safe Living on Campus 5:00-6:00 PM Laulicht Commons, Room 101/102 Join the Office of Safety and Security for this mandatory and important session about on campus security. Students that have not received their ID s can do so at this time. Dairy Dinner 6:15-7:45 PM Meet Rabbi Jacob and Rebbetzin Penina Bernstein, our Beren Campus Rabbi and Rebbetzin. Join Rachel Ciment, Director of Spiritual Guidance, and your student madrichot to discuss the opportunities and challenges of maintaining and fostering spiritual growth on campus. Dessert Buffet and Social 8:00 PM Brookdale Residence Hall Taste the hype with treats from Jars by Dani and Baked By Melissa while getting to know your fellow students and Student Leaders. -Gluten Free and Cholov Yisroel options available Vaad with the Bernsteins 9:00 PM Bernstein Residence: 15 Park Avenue (between 34 and 35 street) on Park Ave Join the Bernstein s at their apartment for a Vaad and informal discussion about adjusting to college and religious growth on campus. Monday, January 28, 2018 3
Shacharit 8:15 AM 245 Lexington Ave, Lea and Leon Eisenberg Brookdale Residence Hall, 50 East 34th Street, Beit Midrash 2C Schottenstein Residence Hall, 119 East 29th Street, Second Floor Beit Midrash A minyan is available at Adereth El Synagogue, 133 East 29th Street, between Lexington and 3rd Avenues, at 7:00 AM. Optional Chizuk with Rabbi Bernstein at 8:45am in the 245 Lexington Ave. Beit Midrash. Healthy Living Breakfast with the Counseling Center 9:00-10:00 AM Join The Counseling Center for a session on how to promote healthy relationships and how to combat sexual harassment and substance abuse. Israel Registered Returnees: Academic Update 10:00-10:45 AM Receive academic updates and learn how your credits earned in Israel apply to your undergraduate degree. SCW Students Room 401 Sy Syms Students Room 406 Jewish Studies Level Assessment for Non-Registered Students 10:00-10:45 AM Receive your Jewish studies and Bible placements needed for registration. Non-Registered Students: Academic Orientation 10:45-12:15 PM Learn about credits and classes and how to create your schedule for the Spring Semester. SCW Students Room 601 Sy Syms Students Room 606 Transitions & Details: Lessons from Parshat Mishpatim on How to Embrace the Next Stages in Our Lives 11:00-11:40 PM 4
Gain inspiration from Rabbi Jacob Bernstein, Campus Rabbi. Beren Campus Tour 11:40-12:45 PM Meet a tour guide in the lobby of 245 Lexington to begin your campus tour. Familiarize yourself with the campus so you will be an expert by the first day of school! Tours will leave every 10 minutes. Here are a few stops on your tour: Academic Advisement, the Registrar and More 215 Lexington Ave, Sixth Floor Visit the offices of the Dean, Academic Advisement, the Registrar, and Student Finance. Student Services 215 Lexington Ave, Fifth Floor Wondering where the Student Life, Spiritual Guidance, Career Center, Disability Services, and University Housing and Residence Life Offices are located? The 5th floor is where you can meet with staff from all of these offices. Counseling Center 205 Lexington Ave, Fourth Floor Learn how to best manage your time and mental health by seeing all the Counseling Center has to offer. Beit Midrash 245 Lexington, Seventh Floor Hear about the many shiurim, speakers and sefarim that can be found in the Beit Midrash. Le Bistro Cafe and Kushner Cafeteria 245 Lexington, Kushner Cafe & 215 Lexington, Le Bistro Cafe Find your way through the cafeteria and learn where to make the best salad, where to find the sushi and soup of the day. Gym 245 Lexington, Eleventh Floor The Athletic department sponsors 14 varsity sports, including basketball, cross-country, fencing, soccer, softball, tennis and volleyball. The department also has a full spectrum of intramural and recreational opportunities available to students in the University s fitness centers, located in each dorm. 5
Academic Community and Academic Integrity Lunch 12:45-2:00 PM During lunch, faculty and students will discuss academic integrity at college. Hear from Dean Karen Bacon, The Mordechai D. Katz and Dr. Monique C. Katz Dean of Undergraduate Faculty of Arts and Sciences. Plan Your Schedule for Non Registered Students 2:00-3:15 PM 215 Lexington Fifth Floor, Gottesman Board Room Meet with academic advisors for assistance in choosing classes and building your schedule. Registration 2:15-3:30 PM 215 Lexington, Room 312 Register online in the Registrar s Office after approval of your class schedule from academic advisors. S. Daniel Abraham Honors Program Orientation 2:30-3:15 PM 215 Lexington, Yagoda Commons This session is mandatory for all students enrolled in the S. Daniel Abraham Honors Program. Candy Bar Snack Break 3:00-3:30 PM 245 Lexington, Stanton Hall Lobby Start your Career Action Plan 3:30-4:00 PM 245 Lexington Laulicht Commons, Room 101/102 Y our goal might be to define your major, to secure a job at graduation, or to have a summer internship. Whether it s creating a resume, perfecting a LinkedIn profile, writing an email to your dream employer, or researching graduate school, the Career Center will help you define your goal and devise a plan to achieve it. Ladies Afternoon Out Ice Skating 4:15-6:45 PM Meet in 245 Lexington, Stanton Hall Lobby 6
Join your fellow students for an exciting afternoon out in New York City s Bryant Park. Discover just how many opportunities are available in your neighborhood during your Yeshiva University experience. Dinner 7:00 pm Enjoy a special address from the Senior Vice President Rabbi Dr. Josh Joseph before you begin your first day of class. Following Dinner Relax and get ready for your first day of classes. Check in with your resident advisor and student guides should you have any questions. Welcome Back Chabura 8:30 pm Welcome Back to Campus Chaburah with Rabbi Jacob Bernstein for new and returning students. Learn some Torah together before the semester begins! 7