Boiler Gold Rush 2013 Program Schedule Transfer Track (TTP) Coordinated by: Student Success at Purdue Saturday, August 10 Sunday, August 18 Contact Information: 765-494-9328 studentsuccess@purdue.edu www.purdue.edu/bgr
Saturday, August 10 **All meals for new students on Saturday are on their own** 8:00 am 4:00 pm BGR on- campus check-in 3:30 pm 5:00 pm Family Orientation Session (Elliott Hall) o Opportunities for Parents and Family members to interact Purdue administrators o Additional resources specific to family members will be available o **Parents will meet a team leader outside your hall at 3:10 PM to lead them to Elliott. 5:00 pm 7:00 pm Dinner on your own o Hillenbrand, Earhart and Ford dining halls will be OPEN. 7:30 pm 8:00 pm Meeting with Resident Assistant (in halls) o New students will meet their RA, other new students and BGR Team Leaders 8:00 pm 11:00 pm University Residences/BGR Programming Slayter Hill o Variety of programs offered throughout campus for students
Sunday, August 11 *Breakfast and Lunch for all students are on their own.* 8:00 am 3:00 pm BGR on-campus check-in o Various halls 12:00 pm 4:00 pm BGR Check-in for Off-Campus Students o Off-campus check-in will take place from noon-4pm in the Stewart Center West Foyer (by Loeb Playhouse) 3:30 pm 5:00 pm Family Orientation Session o Opportunities for Parents and Family members to interact Purdue administrators o Additional resources specific to family members will be available o **Parents will meet a team leader outside your hall at 3:10 PM to lead them to Elliott. 4:30 pm 5:00 pm Meeting with Resident Assistant (at halls) 5:00 pm Transfer and off campus students meet at Slayter Hill to get in specific teams! 5:00 pm 8:00 pm Meet the Team REACTION o New students will meet their BGR group and Team Leader o If you aren t eating at the Picnic, you are meeting your BGR teams!! 5:30 pm 8:00 pm Boiler Bash University Residences/Follett s Welcome Dinner New students will go with their TEAMS!! 7:00 pm Transfer Kickoff Welcome from Transfer Transition Coordinators and Transfer Team Leaders 8:30 pm 11: 00 pm New Student Induction and BGR Opening Ceremonies (Elliott Hall of Music) o Welcome and Challenge by administrators o Boiler Gold Rush Staff Introductions o Keynote speaker- Josh Shipp
Monday, August 12 6:30 am 8:30 am Breakfast 9:00 am 11:00 am Boiler Up Rally: An Up-Close Look at Purdue Athletics (Ross Ade) o March in to Ross Ade behind the All American Band o Learn Hail Purdue and various cheers o Cheerleaders, Band, Purdue Pete, Boilermaker Special & Extra Special 11:30 am 1:00 pm Traditions Walk (Learn some of the traditions around campus as you take a little tour around your new home!) 11:30 am 1:00 pm Lunch (Groups switch between Traditions Walk and lunch) 2:15 pm 4:45 pm FreeZone Events in Elliott and REACTION discussion 5:00 pm Extended Tour of Chauncey and Dinner 7:00 pm 11:00 pm Late Night with Rec Sports Late Night with Rec Sports will be located at the Recreational Sports Center and dinner will be at the assigned dining court. 10:30 pm 2:00 am Meijer Mania Lafayette Meijer Buses leave/drop off from the various bus stops for entire time o o o Free food Great discounts Entertainment/Games
6:30 am 9:30 am Breakfast Tuesday, August 13 9:30 am 11:00 am Structured free time with team leaders! 11:00 am 2:00 pm Lunch 11:00 am 2:00 pm Activity and Business Fair (Armory) (Groups are split into tracks and will go with their groups to lunch and Activity and Business Fair) 2:30 pm 4:30 pm Events in Elliott and REACTION discussion 5:00 pm Dinner 6:30 pm 11:00 pm Unionfest Start off with a great show from Chris Carter, a mentalist! Then move on to the Union for a fun night of activities, dancing and bowling! Your choice! 10:00 pm 12:30 am Target Run Lafayette Target Buses leave/drop off from the various bus stops for entire time o o o Free food Great discounts Entertainment/Games
Wednesday, August 14 6:30 am 9:30 am Breakfast 10:15 am 11:00 am Life at Purdue REACTION Lunch will NOT be served in the dining halls today 11:00 am 1:00 pm Meet the Schools Picnic (Memorial Mall) Rain Plan: Armory o Students eat lunch and mingle with faculty and staff from their respective schools o Free pizza provided by Papa John s University Resource Fair (Engineering Mall) Students will switch tracks on the hour! 1:45 pm 2:20 pm Elliott Hall of Music event 2:30 pm- Transfer specific Academic and Classroom Experience Session Hear from a professor and current students Ask questions to resources on campus 4:00 pm 4:30 pm Academic and Common Reading REACTION o Students will participate in small group discussions about academic success at Purdue 5:45 pm Transfer Send-Off Reception Includes dinner 8:30 pm 11:30 pm BGR Send-Off Ceremony in Elliott Hall of Music (You do not want to miss this event!!) Welcome by our Lafayette and West Lafayette representatives Keynote speaker: The Dating Doctor, David Coleman New Boilermaker surprise by our own BGR student staff! 11:15 pm Midnight Send-off REACTION Review activities the rest of the week, make sure all questions/concerns are answered and plan gatherings with your new friends when school begins!
Thursday, August 15 9:30 am- 4:20 pm Academic Preview Sessions Locations (Choose any to attend!) 10:30-11:30 am BIOL 203 LILY 1105 2:30-3:30 pm BIOL 110 LILY 1105 1:30-2:30 pm CS 180 WTHR 200 10:30-11:30 am CHM 111/112 WTHR 200 2:30-3:30 pm CHM 115/116/129 WTHR 200 1:30-2:30 pm PHYS 172 PHYS 114 2:30-3:30 pm Calculus CL50 224 9:30-10:30 am PSYCH 120 CL50 224 9:30-10:20 am ENGR 131 EE 129 1:30-2:20 pm ENGR 131 EE 129 3:30-4:20 pm ENGR 131 EE 129 10:30-11:30 am Academic Technology (Blackboard) CL50 224 1:30-2:30 pm Academic Technology (Blackboard) CL50 224 11:45 am- 1:15 pm Interest Sessions Across Campus **Interest sessions are offered today and tomorrow! Make sure you check the dates available as some are not offered both days! Boiler Gold Rush Interest Sessions Animal Doctors and Nurses 101- Thursday, August 15 th, SMTH 108 An info-session about Veterinary Medicine. The session will inform you of the criteria for admission to College of Veterinary Medicine. It will also present tips on how to present a strong application for admissions consideration. Learn about volunteer and research opportunities. Find out what it really takes to become a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine and a Veterinary Technologist. Success Starts Today: Taking a Proactive Approach to Academics- Thursday August 15 th /Friday August 16 th, WTHR 320 A university is different from high school. And so are the academic expectations. The Academic Success Center offers the resources you need to be successful and helps connect you with other resources across campus. Come learn more about taking a proactive approach to academics- expect information, activities, & more! CityBus 101- Thursday August 15 th /Friday August 16 th, WTHR 172 Introduction to Public Transportation or How to get to class on CityBus!
The Cooperative Houses- Thursday August 15 th /Friday August 16 th, PHYS 203 Cooperative Housing is an alternative housing option on campus at Purdue University! It is known as Purdue's best kept secret however we want to inform as many people as we can about what Cooperative Housing is and what it could to for those that get involved with it. Thriving in First Year Engineering- Thursday August 15 th /Friday August 16 th, ME 2061 Thriving in First Year Engineering is a presentation from the Purdue Engineering Student Council. It covers topics that engineering students before you have put together to help make the transition to college and engineering easier. Learn about the different types of engineering Purdue has to offer and how to choose the right discipline for you. In addition, the students will give tips on how to study, take exams, get involved on campus, balance the work load while having fun, and find your first engineering job! Entrepreneurship at Purdue: The Certificate in Entrepreneurship and Innovation Program- Thursday August 15 th /Friday August 16 th, EE 117 Paving your own path in the business world takes perseverance, inspiration, knowledge, effective communication, and leadership abilities. Through the Purdue Certificate in Entrepreneurship and Innovation Program, you will develop the skills to pursue your groundbreaking ideas, whether you're launching your own company, working in a start-up venture, or spearheading new initiatives within an existing organization. The Certificate Program is designed to complement your major. Our classes attract students from every college, school, and department at Purdue. In fact, participants view the diversity of students and talents as a key benefit of the program. Our series of five courses, similar to a minor, combine textbook theory with real-world practice. Come hear how participation in the Certificate Program could add turbo to your Purdue degree. Fraternity and Sorority Life - Thursday August 15 th /Friday August 16 th, LILY 1105 Fraternity and sorority life is one of many great ways to get involved at Purdue. Since 1875, fraternities and sororities have provided Purdue students with opportunities for lifelong friendship, leadership development, community service, and campus involvement. Learn more about the fraternity and sorority community at this presentation and Q&A session. Lead For a Change! Community Service and Leadership Development Opportunities at Purdue- Thursday August 15 th /Friday August 16 th, BRWN 1154 Learn about the leadership development and community engagement programs available at Purdue. From leadership conferences and classes to community action service days and individual volunteer referrals, Student Activities & Organizations- Civic Engagement & Leadership Development works hard to provide YOU meaningful opportunities to explore who you are and how you fit into the world around you. This presentation will highlight how leadership development opportunities and community service initiatives can assist EVERY student s growing leadership abilities and
capacities as you seek positive social change in local and global communities. Meet the SAO- Civic Engagement & Leadership Development staff and student leaders and start your journey here at Purdue to be a leader for a change! Recreational Sports at Purdue University- Thursday August 15 th /Friday August 16 th, CL50 224 What is the one place on campus where you can play sports, get a massage, take a cooking class, enjoy a group workout, and climb a 55 ft. climbing wall? The CoRec! Open to all Purdue students, the Rec Sports facilities have something for everyone, whether you're a three-sport athlete or an aspiring gourmet chef. Our brand new recreation center, aquatic center, and indoor turf field are waiting for you! Spend some time with us this year and get your mind and body working together. Move more, achieve more! Latino Connection Interest Session- Thursday August 15 th /Friday August 16 th, Latino Cultural Center (LCC) Making connections on such a large campus can be difficult. The Latino Connection sessions intend to provide information on how you can join Latino based clubs and organizations, as well as connect to services and resources that are available through the Latino Cultural Center. Student leaders will discuss the benefits of being involved with student organizations and will answer questions about student life at Purdue. Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Queer/Questioning (LGBTQ) and Allied Interest Session!- Thursday August 15 th /Friday August 16 th, GRIS 280 Make friends, find support, and connect with the local Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender Queer/Questioning (LGBTQ) and Allied community! Purdue offers many ways for you to get involved through exciting programming, multiple student organizations, becoming a member of our Safe Zone community, and much much more! At this interest session you ll meet friends, get introduced to student s leaders, and get to know staff members from the LGBTQ community at Purdue. You ll also find out about our new academic minor in LGBTQ studies, upcoming events you can attend, and learn what goes on in our amazing LGBTQ Center in the Division of Diversity and Inclusion! Stethoscopes and White Coats: Preparing for Health Careers- Thursday August 15 th /Friday August 16 th, ME 1052 Considering a career in medicine, dentistry, physical therapy, optometry, podiatry, public health, occupational therapy, genetic counseling or any of the other human health careers? This session introduces you to what you need to do as an undergraduate to prepare for a professional school program. You can enter these fields from any major and students from all majors are encouraged to come to this session if they have any interest in health careers. We will discuss academic credentials, volunteering, health care experience, and developing professionalism. You will also learn about services offered here at Purdue to help you through your pre-professional years.
Pre-Law Forum- Thursday August 15 th /Friday August 16 th, ME 1051 Preparing for a career in law is rewarding and challenging. This session provides you the information you need to develop the critical thinking, research, communication, and professionalism skills required of you to apply for and succeed in law school. Students from all majors pursue legal studies and all students with an interest in attending law school are encouraged to come to this session. Legal studies can prepare you for careers in a number of fields such as litigation, lobbying, politics, health care, management, environment, intellectual property, and criminal law. Come On Down!...to Study Abroad - Thursday August 15 th /Friday August 16 th, WTHR 200 By mixing elements of The Price Is Right, Let s Make a Deal and other popular TV game shows we ll show you how to best include a study abroad experience into your time at Purdue. Join our audience to become a contestant and the chance to compete for fabulous (and some not so fabulous) prizes. Where will Purdue take you? Keeping Your Faith Going During College- Thursday, August 15 th, BRNG 2280 You don't have to put your spiritual life on pause for the next four years. On Purdue's campus there is a large number of ministries and student organizations that provide places of worship, community, service, social justice, counseling, good times, and a context for deepening one's faith. At this session you will hear from a cross-section of the various faith communities on Purdue's campus and have the opportunity to explore which group might be a good fit for you. Purdue University Dance Marathon- Thursday August 15 th /Friday August 16 th, WTHR 160 Do YOU want to make a difference? Have you heard about Purdue s largest student-run philanthropic organization? Are you looking for an awesome way to get involved, and make a ton of great friends in the process? PUDM raises money for Riley Hospital for Children year-round and culminates in an 18-hour celebration of our efforts and the Riley families. This year, we re dreaming bigger than ever; our sights are set on a ONE MILLION DOLLAR fundraising goal! Come find out more about how YOU can join our Army of Hope For The Kids! Spending Your Time, Sharing Your Talents and Gathering Treasures at the Black Cultural Center, Friday August 16 th, Black Cultural Center (BCC) This session will include a tour of the facility and also introduce students to a variety of opportunities for their participation in Black Cultural Center programming and events.
2:00 pm- 4:00 pm Hot Spot Train Stop Dauch Alumni Center Fun activity with PASE and Reamers. Free food, free ice cream, free train rides. Music, games, learn more about PASE and Reamers. 2:30 pm- 4:00 pm Food Allergy Awareness Fair Wiley Dining Court Come and meet the dining managers in each hall that are designated to help you manage your food allergies while living in the residence halls. You will have the opportunity to ask questions, sample some allergen free foods and learn how to make dining a stress free experience! 6:00 pm- 9:00 pm Boiler Bridge Bash WL/Lafayette Walking Bridge Check out the facebook page- www.facebook.com/boilerbridgebash for specific details! This event will be a great time to see what s on the other side of the bridge! Grab your new friends and join us for a night of fun activities such as trike races and networking with businesses in the community! Take the trolley from campus (front of Union or Earhart Hall) or ride your bike from Memorial Mall with Bicycle Lafayette (meet at 5:45 pm). 8:00 pm- 11:00 pm Residence Hall Association Movie Loeb Playhouse Join the Residence Hall Association (RHA) and watch the movie, Now You See Me. Friday, August 16 9:00 am Boiler Up! Hammer Down Hunger! Kroger Community Action Day Check-in will be at The Chapel of the Good Shepard (across from the stadium) at 610 Meridian St. West Lafayette, IN 47906. Create connections through community service! Explore the issues of food insecurity and hunger by serving at local partner agencies working to address the issue of food insecurity. Hop on the bus to Hammer Down Hunger and discover ways to engage in the local community through service throughout the year! Register online http://www.purdue.edu/odos/bvn/ (click SIGN UP)to reserve your spot! 10:00 am- 1:00 pm Student Veteran Orientation ENAD 402 Orientation for incoming student veterans. Designed to introduce them to services and facilities on campus as well as to community resources. Lunch is provided at the end of the event from 12:00-1:00 p.m.
11:45 am- 1:15 pm Interest Sessions Across Campus Boiler Gold Rush Interest Sessions Success Starts Today: Taking a Proactive Approach to Academics- Thursday August 15 th /Friday August 16 th, WTHR 320 A university is different from high school. And so are the academic expectations. The Academic Success Center offers the resources you need to be successful and helps connect you with other resources across campus. Come learn more about taking a proactive approach to academics- expect information, activities, & more! CityBus 101- Thursday August 15 th /Friday August 16 th, WTHR 172 Introduction to Public Transportation or How to get to class on CityBus! The Cooperative Houses- Thursday August 15 th /Friday August 16 th, PHYS 203 Cooperative Housing is an alternative housing option on campus at Purdue University! It is known as Purdue's best kept secret however we want to inform as many people as we can about what Cooperative Housing is and what it could to for those that get involved with it. Thriving in First Year Engineering- Thursday August 15 th /Friday August 16 th, ME 2061 Thriving in First Year Engineering is a presentation from the Purdue Engineering Student Council. It covers topics that engineering students before you have put together to help make the transition to college and engineering easier. Learn about the different types of engineering Purdue has to offer and how to choose the right discipline for you. In addition, the students will give tips on how to study, take exams, get involved on campus, balance the work load while having fun, and find your first engineering job! Entrepreneurship at Purdue: The Certificate in Entrepreneurship and Innovation Program- Thursday August 15 th /Friday August 16 th, EE 117 Paving your own path in the business world takes perseverance, inspiration, knowledge, effective communication, and leadership abilities. Through the Purdue Certificate in Entrepreneurship and Innovation Program, you will develop the skills to pursue your groundbreaking ideas, whether you're launching your own company, working in a start-up venture, or spearheading new initiatives within an existing organization. The Certificate Program is designed to complement your major. Our classes attract students from every college, school, and department at Purdue. In fact, participants view the diversity of students and talents as a key benefit of the program. Our series of five courses, similar to a minor, combine textbook theory with real-world practice. Come hear how participation in the Certificate Program could add turbo to your Purdue degree.
Fraternity and Sorority Life - Thursday August 15 th /Friday August 16 th, LILY 1105 Fraternity and sorority life is one of many great ways to get involved at Purdue. Since 1875, fraternities and sororities have provided Purdue students with opportunities for lifelong friendship, leadership development, community service, and campus involvement. Learn more about the fraternity and sorority community at this presentation and Q&A session. Lead For a Change! Community Service and Leadership Development Opportunities at Purdue- Thursday August 15 th /Friday August 16 th, BRWN 1154 Learn about the leadership development and community engagement programs available at Purdue. From leadership conferences and classes to community action service days and individual volunteer referrals, Student Activities & Organizations- Civic Engagement & Leadership Development works hard to provide YOU meaningful opportunities to explore who you are and how you fit into the world around you. This presentation will highlight how leadership development opportunities and community service initiatives can assist EVERY student s growing leadership abilities and capacities as you seek positive social change in local and global communities. Meet the SAO- Civic Engagement & Leadership Development staff and student leaders and start your journey here at Purdue to be a leader for a change! Recreational Sports at Purdue University- Thursday August 15 th /Friday August 16 th, CL50 224 What is the one place on campus where you can play sports, get a massage, take a cooking class, enjoy a group workout, and climb a 55 ft. climbing wall? The CoRec! Open to all Purdue students, the Rec Sports facilities have something for everyone, whether you're a three-sport athlete or an aspiring gourmet chef. Our brand new recreation center, aquatic center, and indoor turf field are waiting for you! Spend some time with us this year and get your mind and body working together. Move more, achieve more! Latino Connection Interest Session- Thursday August 15 th /Friday August 16 th, Latino Cultural Center (LCC) Making connections on such a large campus can be difficult. The Latino Connection sessions intend to provide information on how you can join Latino based clubs and organizations, as well as connect to services and resources that are available through the Latino Cultural Center. Student leaders will discuss the benefits of being involved with student organizations and will answer questions about student life at Purdue. Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Queer/Questioning (LGBTQ) and Allied Interest Session!- Thursday August 15 th /Friday August 16 th, GRIS 280 Make friends, find support, and connect with the local Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender Queer/Questioning (LGBTQ) and Allied community! Purdue offers many ways for you to get involved through exciting programming, multiple student organizations, becoming a member of our Safe Zone community, and much much more! At this interest session you ll meet friends, get introduced to student s leaders, and get to know staff members from the LGBTQ community at Purdue. You ll also find
out about our new academic minor in LGBTQ studies, upcoming events you can attend, and learn what goes on in our amazing LGBTQ Center in the Division of Diversity and Inclusion! Stethoscopes and White Coats: Preparing for Health Careers- Thursday August 15 th /Friday August 16 th, ME 1052 Considering a career in medicine, dentistry, physical therapy, optometry, podiatry, public health, occupational therapy, genetic counseling or any of the other human health careers? This session introduces you to what you need to do as an undergraduate to prepare for a professional school program. You can enter these fields from any major and students from all majors are encouraged to come to this session if they have any interest in health careers. We will discuss academic credentials, volunteering, health care experience, and developing professionalism. You will also learn about services offered here at Purdue to help you through your pre-professional years. Pre-Law Forum- Thursday August 15 th /Friday August 16 th, ME 1051 Preparing for a career in law is rewarding and challenging. This session provides you the information you need to develop the critical thinking, research, communication, and professionalism skills required of you to apply for and succeed in law school. Students from all majors pursue legal studies and all students with an interest in attending law school are encouraged to come to this session. Legal studies can prepare you for careers in a number of fields such as litigation, lobbying, politics, health care, management, environment, intellectual property, and criminal law. Come On Down!...to Study Abroad - Thursday August 15 th /Friday August 16 th, WTHR 200 By mixing elements of The Price Is Right, Let s Make a Deal and other popular TV game shows we ll show you how to best include a study abroad experience into your time at Purdue. Join our audience to become a contestant and the chance to compete for fabulous (and some not so fabulous) prizes. Where will Purdue take you? Purdue University Dance Marathon- Thursday August 15 th /Friday August 16 th, WTHR 160 Do YOU want to make a difference? Have you heard about Purdue s largest student-run philanthropic organization? Are you looking for an awesome way to get involved, and make a ton of great friends in the process? PUDM raises money for Riley Hospital for Children year-round and culminates in an 18-hour celebration of our efforts and the Riley families. This year, we re dreaming bigger than ever; our sights are set on a ONE MILLION DOLLAR fundraising goal! Come find out more about how YOU can join our Army of Hope For The Kids! Spending Your Time, Sharing Your Talents and Gathering Treasures at the Black Cultural Center, Friday August 16 th, Black Cultural Center (BCC) This session will include a tour of the facility and also introduce students to a variety of opportunities for their participation in Black Cultural Center programming and events.
~College Welcomes~ **NOTE: College of Veterinary Technology is on Sunday at 12:00 pm. 2:00 pm College of Agriculture Lilly Hall Experience the Purdue Agriculture Carnival. Students will be able to participate in games and activities found at a traditional carnival. We ll have an obstacle course, a bounce house, snow cones, clowns, and more! 2:00 pm College of Education Res Hall Lobby College of Education New Student Orientation: iteach. Meet in the lobby of: Harrison, Meredith, Owen, Shreve, or Wiley. New College of Education students interacting with other new students, current ambassadors, faculty, and staff 2:00 pm College of Engineering Armstrong Hall College of Engineering Welcome Picnic and Open House. Join faculty, staff, and current students at the College of Engineering Welcome Picnic and Open House. Enjoy a tour of Armstrong Hall, meet the Dean, chat with advisors, enjoy fresh-grilled hamburgers and hotdogs, and take home a special gift just for first-year engineers. Don t forget to challenge your friends on the obstacle course and you can even win a T-shirt for completing a scavenger hunt! 2:00 pm College of Exploratory Studies Slayter Hill Students will interact with advisors and classmates while working on a service project for Riley's Children Hospital. 2:00 pm College of Health and Human Sciences Rec Sports Center - Upper Gym Meet faculty, staff and students from the College of HHS. Be welcomed, get involved, and eat ice cream. 2:00 pm Krannert School of Management Krannert Drawing Room Beginning students have the opportunity to meet and hear about Krannert from upperclassmen. 2:00 pm College of Liberal Arts Pao Hall Hansen Theater Get to know the College of Liberal Arts and meet other majors and departments. 2:00 pm College of Pharmacy Pharmacy Building (RHPH) 172 Introduction to first semester pre-pharmacy 2:00 pm College of Science Memorial Mall This event serves to welcome incoming freshmen to the College of Science and allows them the opportunity to meet other students as well as faculty. Pizza and soft drinks will be available for all guests. 2:00 pm College of Technology Electrical Engineering (EE) 129 Dean's welcome, faculty session, and a student panel.
4:30-7:00 pm Meet the Greeks Memorial Mall Meet the Greeks is an Information Fair for fraternity and sorority life at Purdue University. Each of the 79 organizations that are part of this community will have a table with information about their chapter s events, philanthropies, athletics, service and values. Meet the Greeks is a great opportunity for a new student to meet Greek representatives from every chapter at Purdue. There will also be music and free food provided. 4:00-9:00 pm Tippecanoe Mall Run Bus locations/mall Use the same bus locations from Meijer and Target and take it to the mall! Check out what s available at our mall at http://www.simon.com/mall/tippecanoe-mall. Saturday, August 17 2:00 pm 4:00 pm Boilermaker GetInvolved Fair Engineering Mall You do not want to miss this event! Check out the over 900+ student organizations we have on campus! There is something for everyone! 4:30 pm Meet the Greeks Memorial Mall Meet the Greeks is an Information Fair for fraternity and sorority life at Purdue University. Each of the 79 organizations that are part of this community will have a table with information about their chapter s events, philanthropies, athletics, service and values. Meet the Greeks is a great opportunity for a new student to meet Greek representatives from every chapter at Purdue. There will also be music and free food provided ~Religious Events~ 5:00 pm RUF Cookout and Sand Volleyball Pickett Park Sponsored by: Reformed University Fellowship. FREE FOOD, volleyball & an opportunity to meet new people. 5:00 pm Cookout and XXX Rootbeer 330 W Fowler Sponsored by: Purdue Lutheran Ministry. Free food at the Purdue Lutheran Ministry House. 7:00 pm GCF Welcome Picnic Purdue Rugby Pitch Sponsored by: Grace Campus Fellowship. Music, Teaching, Fellowship: rides available. 7:00 pm Back to School Bash 507 Waldron St. Sponsored by: Purdue Collegiate Ministry. Games, snacks, fun, meet new people. 7:00 pm Back to School Party 507 Waldron St.
Sponsored by: International Campus Ministry. Games, snacks, fun, meet new people. 7:00 pm Worship & Connect Mechanical Engineering (ME) 1130 Sponsored by: The Navigators. Worship, Interaction, Who we are. 7:30 pm Havdalla 912 West State St. Sponsored by: Hillel Foundation. Short service & ice cream. 8:00 pm Connect Night @ Silver Dipper Corner of 231 & 26 Sponsored by: Chi Alpha. 8:00 pm Coffee House at The Found 200 Russell St Sponsored by: Baptist Student Foundation. Worship: Casual & interactive. 8:00 pm CRU Luau Party TBD Sponsored by: CRU. Fun, Food, and Friends. Check purduecru.org for details on location. 10:00 pm Midnight Pancakes 435 W. State St. Sponsored by: Wesley Student Ministries. Free Pancakes w/ lots of topping, Music, Games. Front lawn or lower level. Sunday, August 18 ~ Religious Events~ 8:30 am & 11:00 am First United Methodist Welcome Worship w/ PMO 1700 St. Rt. 26 West Sponsored by: Wesley Student Ministries. Wesley Student Ministries & First UMC Worship w/purdue Music Organization (Glee Club & Purduettes) w/ Free Brunch 9:00 am Rides to Christian Church 507 Waldron St. Sponsored by: International Campus Ministry. Rides to local churches in West Lafayette & Lafayette. 9:00 am Rides to Church 507 Waldron St. Sponsored by: Purdue Collegiate Ministry. Rides to local churches in West Lafayette & Lafayette. 9:15 am Morning Bible Study 100 S. Chauncey Ave. Sponsored by: University Lutheran Church. Study & Discussion. 9:30 am Elmwood Church of Christ Worship Service 2501 Elmwood Ave
Sponsored by: Purdue Christian Student Center. Worship, Teaching, rides available 9:30 am, 11 am, & 7 pm Campus House Worship Service 1000 State Street Sponsored by: Purdue Christian Campus House. Worship, Teaching, Lots of ways to connect. 10:00 am Grace Worship Service 1600 Cumberland Sponsored by: Grace Campus Fellowship. Music, Teaching, Fellowship: rides available 10:00 am Episcopal Campus Ministry 610 Meridian St. Sponsored by: Chapel of the Good Shepherd. Ritual, Community, & Free Food 10:30 am University Lutheran Worship Services 100 S. Chauncey Ave. Sponsored by: University Lutheran Church 11:00 am Hillel Bagel Brunch 912 West State St. Sponsored by: Hillel Foundation. Bagel Brunch. 11:00 am Worship with The Found 200 Russell St Sponsored by: Baptist Student Foundation. Worship: Casual & interactive. 11:00 am Faith Church Worship Service 1920 Northwestern Ave Sponsored by: Faith Church. Contemporary worship and Expositional preaching 11:00 am University Church at Purdue 320 North St. Sponsored by: University Church/Campus Christian Fellowship. Teaching, worship. 11:00 am Worship & Lunch 300 W Fowler Sponsored by: Purdue Lutheran Ministry. Informal blended worship service is followed by a free lunch for new and returning students 12:30 pm Snowball Fight and Picnic! Memorial Mall Center Sponsored by: InterVarsity Christian Fellowship. Get to know IV in the context of snowballs! ~ College Welcome~ 12:00 pm College of Veterinary Technology LYNN G167 Vet Tech Ice Cream Social. Vet Tech students come and meet faculty and staff of the veterinary college and cool off with some tasty treats. Meet PVTSA (Purdue Veterinary Technology Student Association officers and advisors and mingle with your classmates. Come share some sweet treats and we ll get you to the Welcome Convocation on time! 3:00 pm Common Reading Convocation Elliott Hall of Music Come hear the author, Colin Beavan, talk about his experience with No Impact Man!
Don t forget to bring your books as he will be signing and taking questions! BGR 2013 is COMPLETE! Thank you to our sponsors- HotBox Pizza--Discount Den Papa Johns--Qdoba University Book Store HungryBoiler.com-- Tippecanoe Mall AJ s Burger and Beef Follett s Bookstore Pizza Hut Sagamore--PASE (Purdue Alumni Student Experience) Meijer Target--McAlister s Deli Purdue REAMER Club-Puccini s HAVE A WONDERFUL FIRST WEEK OF CLASSES! BOILER UP!