FRESHMEN NEW STUDENT

ORIENTATION SCHEDULE

GRU Class of 2019 @GRU_Orientation@GRU_Orientation @GRUStudentLife

FRESHMEN SCHEDULE

TIME SESSION TITLE & LOCATION

8-9:15 AM STUDENT, PARENT & FAMILY MEMBER CHECK-IN (JSAC Ballroom)

8-9:15 AM STUDENT LUGGAGE CHECK (JSAC Hardy Meeting Room)

8-9:30 AM WALK DOWN JAGUAR LANE & LIGHT CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST

(Maxwell Theatre)

9:30-10:10 AM WELCOME TO GEORGIA REGENTS UNIVERSITY (Maxwell Theatre)

10:10 AM STUDENT Departure

10:15-11 AM Open Arms: SMALL GROUP MEETING 1 (Various Locations)

10:15-10:30 AM PARENT & FAMILY MEMBER PROGRAM OVERVIEW: (Maxwell Theatre)

10:30-11 AM UNDERSTANDING YOUR STUDENTS’ JOURNEY:Is it really time to go our Separate Ways?

(Maxwell Theatre)

11:10-11:40 AM It’s All Too Much: Financial Aid, Bursar & HCCU (Maxwell Theatre)

11:45 AM-12:30 PM Any Way You Want It:INFORMATION CENTRAL(University Hall 1st Floor

& JSAC Coffeehouse)

Student Small GroupsTrip, Expedition, Odyssey & Scavenger

LUNCH(JSAC Breezeway

& Ballroom)

Student Small GroupsSafari, Flight, Trek & Voyage

12:30-1:15 PMLUNCH

(JSAC Breezeway & Ballroom)

Student Small GroupsTrip, Expedition, Odyssey & Scavenger

Any Way You Want It:INFORMATION CENTRAL(University Hall 1st Floor

& JSAC Coffeehouse)

Student Small GroupsSafari, Flight, Trek & Voyage

1:20-2:35 PM Being a Responsible Jaguar (Maxwell Theatre)

Day 1Grey: Joint Student/Parent & Family Member Yellow: Student Only Blue: Parent & Family Member Only

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Group Name: Orientation Leaders:

TIME SESSION TITLE & LOCATION2:45-3:15 PM Open Arms: SMALL GROUP MEETING 2

(Various Locations)

2:45-3:15 PM HOUSING & RESIDENCE LIFE:On-Campus Living: Maxwell Theatre

Off-Campus Living: University Hall 170

3:20-3:45 PM HOUSING & RESIDENCE LIFE:Interested in Housing?: University Hall 250

On-Campus Living: University Hall 170Off-Campus Living: JSAC Coffeehouse

3:20-3:45 PM ASK THE EXPERTS: Orientation Leader Panel(Maxwell Theatre)

3:55-4:20 PM WHO’S RUNNING THE ZOO? (JSAC Ballroom)

3:45-4:20 PM BE A PART OF THE JOURNEY:Presentation & Ice Cream Social

(Maxwell Theatre)

4:30-5 PM ACADEMIC COLLEGE MEETINGS (Various Locations)

5:05-5:35 PM It’s NOT Just The Same Way(Maxwell Theatre)

5:05-5:35 PM PROFESSIONAL SCHOLARS ACADEMIC ADVISEMENT MEETING(JSAC Ballroom)

*This session is only provided on June 15, July 13, & August 11, 2015. 5:35 PM PARENT & FAMILY MEMBER DAY COMPLETE

5:35-5:55 PM STUDENT LUGGAGE CHECK(JSAC Hardy Meeting Room)

5:35-6:55 PM COOKOUT with STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS(The Grove)

7-7:30 PM I Chose... GRU (Maxwell Theatre)

7:30-8:15 PM Open Arms: SMALL GROUP MEETING 3 (Various Locations)

8:15-9:15 PM Why Can’t This Night Go On Forever: VARIOUS ACTIVITIES on Summerville Campus

9:15 PM STUDENT DAY COMPLETE: Non-Overnight Students DEPART for University Village: Overnight Students

10-11 PM REFRESHMENTS & SNACKS (Sponsored by Student Health & The Student Wellness Council)

10-11 PM Why Can’t This Night Go On Forever: VARIOUS ACTIVITIES at University Village

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TIME SESSION TITLE & LOCATION

7:45 AM ROOM CHECK-OUT & LOAD BUSES: Overnight Students (University Village)

8:15-9 AM WELCOME to the CITY of AUGUSTA, GEORGIA GRAB & GO BREAKFAST

(JSAC Breezeway & Ballroom)

9-9:20 AM Stay Awhile in the CITY of AUGUSTA, GEORGIA (Maxwell Theatre)

9:20-9:35 AM FINAL PROGRAM OVERVIEW (Maxwell Theatre)

9:35-9:55 AM Wheel in the Sky: Parking, Food, Books & JagCardsAUXILIARY SERVICES

(Maxwell Theatre)

9:55 AM STUDENT Departure

10-10:55 AM Be Good to Yourself: Desire 2 Learn(Galloway Hall)

Student Small Groups: Trip, Expedition, Odyssey & Scavenger

10:30-10:55 AM CAMPUS NETWORKING SESSION A:CAMPUS RECREATION: Intramurals & Wellness

DIVERSITY & INCLUSION at GRUYes, we offer STUDENT EMPLOYMENT!

Journey to the Center of REESE LIBRARYLearn about the HONORS PROGRAM*

*Required for Honors Accepted Students (This session is only provided for students on June 15, 2015.)

11-11:25 AM LUNCH (JSAC Food Court)

Student Small Groups: Trip, Expedition, Odyssey & Scavenger

11-11:55 AM Be Good to Yourself: Desire 2 Learn (Groups 5-8)(Galloway Hall)

Student Small Groups:Safari, Flight, Trek & Voyage

11-11:25 AM CAMPUS NETWORKING SESSION B:CAMPUS RECREATION: Intramurals & Wellness

DIVERSITY & INCLUSION at GRUMILITARY & VETERANS SERVICES

STUDENTS GOING GLOBAL: The Study Abroad Office

11:30-11:55 AM LUNCH (JSAC Food Court)

Freshmen Schedule Day 2Grey: Joint Student/Parent & Family Member Yellow: Student Only Blue: Parent & Family Member Only

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TIME SESSION TITLE & LOCATION

11:30-11:55 PM CAMPUS NETWORKING SESSION C:CAMPUS RECREATION: Intramurals & Wellness

Research: Its for YOU!STUDENTS GOING GLOBAL: The Study Abroad Office

Journey to the Center of REESE LIBRARY

12-12:25 PM LUNCH(JSAC Food Court)

Student Small Groups:Safari, Flight, Trek & Voyage

12-12:25 PM CAMPUS NETWORKING SESSION D:CAMPUS RECREATION: Intramurals & Wellness

MILITARY & VETERANS SERVICESResearch: Its for YOU!

Yes, we offer STUDENT EMPLOYMENT! Learn about the HONORS PROGRAM*

*Required for Honors Accepted Students (This session is only provided for students on June 15, 2015.)

12:30-12:55 PM Mother, FatherCAMPUS CONNECTIONS:

Change for the Better (Maxwell Theatre)

LEADERSHIP: Don’t Stop Believin’

(JSAC Ballroom)

1-1:25 PMLEADERSHIP:

Don’t Stop Believin’ IN YOUR STUDENT (Maxwell Theatre)

CAMPUS CONNECTIONS: Change for the Better

(JSAC Ballroom)

1:30-2 PM YOU Chose A Journey - Of a Lifetime (Maxwell Theatre)

2-3:30 PM CLOSE-OUT CHECKLIST

2:30 PM BIOLOGY PLACEMENT EXAM (Galloway Hall)

We respectfully ask that all cell phones be turned off or set on silent or vibrating mode while you are in sessions. If you must make or receive a call, we ask that you leave the room or building during sessions and presentations to do so. Thank you for your cooperation!

The 2015 orientation team is requesting your help in our Summer Service Project. The team is collecting soda tabs to donate to the Ronald McDonald House. At various points throughout orientation there will be canned soda provided. When you are finished, please give your soda tabs to any of the Orientation Leaders, so we can all aid a great cause. Thank you for your help.

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ORIENTATION DETAILSFreshmen Schedule, Day 18-9:15 AM STUDENT, PARENT & FAMILY MEMBER CHECK-IN (JSAC Ballroom): When you arrive on

campus, your first step will be to check in with the orientation team. If you have not yet made your orientation payment, please do so at this time. Additionally, Academic Admissions will be available to assist with any documents you may still need to provide. If you are staying overnight with us, please be prepared to check your luggage, pillow, and any other items you have brought for the next two days in our luggage checkroom.

8-9:15 AM STUDENT LUGGAGE CHECK (JSAC Hardy Meeting Room): All students staying overnight will bring their luggage to this location and leave it here during the first day. Students will gather up all luggage prior to traveling to the housing facilities for the evening’s activities.

8-9:30 AM WALK DOWN JAGUAR LANE & LIGHT CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST (Maxwell Theatre): There will be various offices, departments and resources represented in this open mingling fair for students, parents, family members, and supporters alike to enjoy and gain first hand information from our academic entities and student support services. Those in attendance will be available to answer any questions about what they have to offer and provide more information about how to further get involved. A light continental breakfast is provided as part of our opening as well.

9:30-10:10 AM WELCOME TO GEORGIA REGENTS UNIVERSITY (Maxwell Theatre): Students, parents, family members and supporters will be welcomed to the university by members of our university administration and orientation staff. There will be an overview of the events for the next two days, concluding with a special welcome from the 2015 Orientation Leader student staff.

10:10 AM STUDENT Departure: Students will leave the parents, family members, and supporters to attend their first small group meeting. Only students are to leave for small groups.

10:15-11 AM Open Arms: Small Group Meeting 1 (Various Locations): Members of your student orientation staff will meet with you in a small group. Assignments are on your nametag. Your leader will get the group excited about your next two days, lead a review of the orientation schedule, and discuss other important elements as part of your transition to Georgia Regents University.*Session is MANDATORY. Your leader will be taking attendance.

10:15-11 AM PARENT & FAMILY MEMBER PROGRAM OVERVIEW: I’ll Be Alright Without You (Maxwell Theatre): An administrator from the Division of Enrollment and Student Affairs will review the orientation schedule in depth and answer any questions your parents, family members, and supporters may have. We hope this will provide more comfort about our processes and what you and your students will be doing throughout the next two days.

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10:30-11 AM UNDERSTANDING YOUR STUDENTS’ JOURNEY: Is It Really Time to go Our Separate Ways? (Maxwell Theatre): Learn about the academic and social expectations that the GRU community has for your students. This session provides you with beneficial advice on helping not only your student make a successful tradition to college life, but also assists in ensuring you have an educated journey as a parent, family member, and supporter.

11:10-11:40 AM Financial Aid, Bursar & HCCU (Maxwell Theatre): This session will provide you with valuable information in regards to financial aid, scholarships, loans, tuition, fees, and accounts available through our on-campus credit union. Those speaking include the Office of Student Financial Aid, the Bursar Business Office, and the Health Center Credit Union.

11:45 AM-12:30 PM *ONLY Student, Parents, Family Members & Supporters of Small Groups: Safari, Flight, Trek & Voyage Any Way You Want It: INFORMATION CENTRAL (See Back of Program): During this time you will have the opportunity to travel to different resources and check items off your “to do” list while at orientation, as well as gather more information from the available departments and resources across campus!

*ONLY Student, Parents, Family Members & Supporters of Small Groups: Trip, Expedition, Odyssey & Scavenger LUNCH (JSAC Breezeway): Enjoy your meal as a group with students, parents, family members, and supporters all together. You will also be able to eat with your 2015 Orientation Leaders and ask them any questions you may have developed throughout the day.

12:30-1:15 PM *ONLY Student, Parents, Family Members & Supporters of Small Groups: Trip, Expedition, Odyssey & Scavenger Any Way You Want It: INFORMATION CENTRAL (See Back of Program): During this time, you will have the opportunity to travel to different resources and check items off your “to do” list while at orientation, as well as gather more information from the available departments and resources across campus!

*ONLY Student, Parents, Family Members & Supporters of Small Groups: Safari, Flight, Trek & Voyage LUNCH (JSAC Breezeway): Enjoy your meal as a group with students, parents, family members, and supporters all together. You will also be able to eat with your 2015 Orientation Leaders and ask them any questions you may have developed throughout the day.

1:20-2:35 PM Being a Responsible Jaguar (Maxwell Theatre): During this session, representatives from various departments will discuss the expectations of student behavior, the realities of college life, and how alcohol, drugs, and relationship violence affect the GRU family. We want our students to make appropriate choices and reduce harmful outcomes. This session intends to inform you about your rights and responsibilities as a college student and also provide you with valuable information regarding additional resources that are available to GRU students. Additionally, we hope this will spark a healthy conversation between students and their parents, family members, and supporters prior to starting the full-time journey into college.*Session is MANDATORY. Your leader will be taking attendance.

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2:45-3:15 PM HOUSING & RESIDENCE LIFE:On-Campus Living (Maxwell Theatre): During this session, parents, family members, and supporters will receive the opportunity to ask questions and gain information about the on-campus experience at Georgia Regents University. Some topics covered will include basic housing information, timelines, costs, and amenities.

Off-Campus Living (University Hall 170): During this session, parents, family members, and supporters will receive the opportunity to ask questions and gain information about the off- campus experience at Georgia Regents University. Some topics covered will include how to support their students and the Georgia Regents University experience.

3:20-3:45 PM HOUSING & RESIDENCE LIFE:Interested in Housing? (University Hall 250): During this session, students will receive the opportunity to ask questions and gain information about the on-campus experience at Georgia Regents University. Some topics covered will include basic information, timelines, and the benefits of living on-campus. Further, students will learn about the housing application process and receive the opportunity to complete the application during this session.

On-Campus Living (University Hall 170): During this session, students will receive the opportunity to ask questions and gain information about the on-campus experience at Georgia Regents University. Some topics covered will include basic housing information, timelines, and the benefits of living on campus.

Off-Campus Living (JSAC Coffeehouse): During this session, students will receive the opportunity to ask questions and gain information about the off-campus experience at Georgia Regents University. Some topics covered will include getting involved on campus and having a memorable experience at Georgia Regents University.

3:20-3:45 PM ASK THE EXPERTS: Orientation Leader Panel (Maxwell Theatre): Do you have questions about our university? Do you want to hear about the REAL GRU experience? During this session, representatives from your 2015 Orientation Leader student staff will help put your mind at ease. This open student panel will allow the staff to answer YOUR questions as one of the many steps to leaving your student here at GRU. No question should go unanswered!

3:55-4:20 PM WHO’S RUNNING THE ZOO? (JSAC Ballroom): Do you know what type of animal you are? How do you deal with conflict? What kind of team member are you in group settings? During this extremely popular session, Career Services will use an interactive activity to introduce you to yourself and show who’s running the zoo.*Session is MANDATORY. Your leader will be taking attendance.

3:45-4:20 PM BE PART OF THE JOURNEY: Presentation & Ice Cream Social (Maxwell Theatre): You are a vital part of their student’s experience in college. GRU recognizes the importance of this connection – as a regular visitor to campus, a supporter of their student’s academic career and personal goals, and a caring parent or family member. The Parent and Family Connections program serves as the primary link between parents, families, and the university community.

4:30-5 PM ACADEMIC COLLEGE MEETINGS (See Back of Program): This is your opportunity to meet with representatives from your academic college. During this time, you will be able to discuss the types of courses you need for your degree, the hours and credits it takes to graduate or be admitted to further degree programs, and the special features of your academic colleges that sets them apart from the rest.

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5:05-5:30 PM It’s NOT Just The Same Way (Maxwell Theatre): Academic Advisement has implemented new travel guides to help navigate the academic pathway at GRU. Career Services provides career and professional development resources to complement that trail. Students must create their own paths, but these two offices are important partners in the journey to success.*Session is MANDATORY. Your leader will be taking attendance.

5:05-5:35 PM PROFESSIONAL SCHOLARS ACADEMIC ADVISEMENT MEETING (JSAC Ballroom): Representatives from the Professional Scholars Program will be discussing the academic advisement for the prescribed curriculum and program requirements to matriculate to the College of Dental Medicine or Medical College of Georgia. *This session is only provided on June 15, July 13, & August 11, 2015.

5:35 PM PARENT & FAMILY MEMBER DAY COMPLETE: At this point the parent, family members, and supporters are free to leave as your obligations for the first day are complete. Please say goodbye to your student until tomorrow, and enjoy a relaxing evening at your overnight residence.

Prepare for the second day by reviewing the Campus Networking sessions listed on tomorrow’s part of the schedule. We look forward to seeing you at breakfast in the morning!

5:35-5:55 PM STUDENT LUGGAGE CHECK (JSAC Hardy Meeting Room): If you are staying overnight with us and have not checked your luggage, pillow, and any other items you have brought for the day in our luggage checkroom, this is the time to complete this task. After this point, students staying overnight will either no longer have a vehicle on campus because their guests are leaving or will not have time to go back to their cars.

5:35-6:55 PM COOKOUT with STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS (The Grove): Do you want to get involved on campus? The answer should be YES! Please join our student organizations for a social, mix and mingle opportunity. Meet with different organization representatives and learn about what their organizations have to offer and how to get involved with those you are interested in for your first semester. There will be food and drinks offered, so this is something you do not want to miss.

7-7:30 PM I CHOSE... GRU (Maxwell Theatre): The “I Chose Campaign” is a new initiative the university adopted to connect students to the Georgia Regents University institution and community. The 2015 Orientation Leaders believe that coming to college is one of the largest milestones someone can face. It is a process that provides education, growth, and change in all students who fully immerse themselves in the collegiate experience. College is a journey that you chose to start here at GRU. This journey starts here, at orientation. During this session, the 2015 Orientation Leaders will express why choosing GRU is the best decision they made, what they value from this special experience, and why it should be important to you. *Session is MANDATORY. Your leader will be taking attendance.

7:30-8:15 PM Open Arms: Small Group Meeting 3 (Various Locations): This will be the final opportunity to meet with your small group. During this time, you will discuss everything you have covered thus far, mainly focusing on selecting why YOU Chose… GRU!*Session is MANDATORY. Your leader will be taking attendance.

Freshmen Schedule, Day 27:45 AM ROOM CHECK-OUT & LOAD BUSES: Students who stayed overnight at University Village will

gather their luggage, return their room keys and load the buses to head back to Summerville Campus for the second day of orientation activities.

8:15-9 AM WELCOME to the CITY of AUGUSTA, GEORGIA & GRAB & GO BREAKFAST (JSAC Breezeway & Ballroom): Members of the Augusta community will be present to offer information about the city, resources, and materials for the students, parents, family members, and supporters. A small grab and go breakfast will be provided with quick items you can eat while mingling before the formal sessions of the day begin.

9-9:20 AM Stay Awhile in the CITY of AUGUSTA, GEORGIA (JSAC Breezeway & Ballroom): Listen to members of Community Relations and representatives of the orientation student staff team speak about the City of Augusta and what there is to experience.

9:35-9:55 AM Wheel in the Sky: Parking, Food, Books & JagCard’s AUXILIARY SERVICES (Maxwell Theatre): Life at GRU is exciting and engaging. Learn about the pieces needed for a student’s survival while starting their journey at Georgia Regents University. Learn about everything from parking and transportation, to purchasing textbooks or lab materials. Of course, students need to eat, too. Learn what our meal plans encompass, how you purchase them and then how the JagCard provides access to everything on campus.

9:55 AM STUDENT Departure: Students will leave the parents, family members and supporters to attend a student only session. There will be limited connectivity between students, parents, family members and supporters for the rest of the second day.

8:15-9:15 PM Why Can’t This Night Go On Forever: VARIOUS ACTIVITIES (Summerville Campus): Please join your orientation student staff for various activities, including but not limited to our campus Ghost Tours, Game Night in our Reese Library, and activities in our game room. This is all before we wrap up for the evening. Non-overnight students are required to stay throughout this last session.

9:15-9:45 PM STUDENT DAY COMPLETE: At this point the on-campus portion of the student day is complete. Those students who are not staying overnight in the university housing facility are free to leave. Those staying overnight will begin getting on the buses with the orientation student staff and travel to University Village for the Late Night Activities.

10-11 PM Why Can’t This Night Go On Forever: VARIOUS ACTIVITIES & REFRESHMENTS & SNACKS (University Village): Please enjoy the various activities planned by our orientation student staff and other campus representatives. There are also various refreshments and snacks sponsored by Student Health and The Student Wellness Council.

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10-10:55 AM *ONLY Student Small Groups: Trip, Expedition, Odyssey & ScavengerBe Good to Yourself: Desire 2 Learn (Galloway Hall): During this session students will confirm that all technical aspects of changing passwords and logging-in are complete, followed by an introduction to the “Jaguar Nation Welcome” Desire 2 Learn Module. This is an important resource that will show students how to access various materials online. The student orientation staff will also go over other information including the navigation of all JagNet components to be a successful student, including JagMail, Desire to Learn, POUNCE, Career Link, and Jaguar Community.

11-11:55 AM *ONLY Student Small Groups: Safari, Flight, Trek & VoyageBe Good to Yourself: Desire 2 Learn (Galloway Hall): During this session students will confirm that all technical aspects of changing passwords and logging-in are complete, followed by an introduction to the “Jaguar Nation Welcome” Desire 2 Learn Module. This is an important resource that will show students how to access various materials online. The student orientation staff will also go over other information including the navigation of all JagNet components to be a successful student, including JagMail, Desire to Learn, POUNCE, Career Link, and Jaguar Community.

11-11:25 AM *ONLY Student Small Groups: Trip, Expedition, Odyssey & ScavengerLUNCH (JSAC Food Court): Some students will enjoy lunch from the JSAC Food Court, while the other half of the students attends Be Good to Yourself: Desire 2 Learn.

11:30-11:55 AM LUNCH (JSAC Food Court): Parents, family members, and supporters will attend lunch.

12-12:25 PM *ONLY Student Small Groups: Safari, Flight, Trek & VoyageLUNCH (JSAC Food Court): Some students will enjoy lunch from the JSAC Food Court, while the other half of the students attends Campus Networking Sessions.

CAMPUS NETWORKING SESSIONS: There will be various campus entities offering sessions about what they have to offer. There are four different sessions you can go to. Be sure to select them according to what is most important and beneficial to you and your student. Depending on your student’s group, they may be able to attend one with you, but many will need to be attended by yourself.

10:30-10:55 AM CAMPUS NETWORKING SESSION A:

CAMPUS RECREATION: Intramurals & Wellness (JSAC Butler Meeting Room): Enjoy being active? Come to this session and learn about Campus Recreation & Wellness! This includes everything from intramural and extramural activities, to the various club sports teams we have here at GRU. Not into competitive sports, but enjoy fitness? We have that, too! Learn about the newly remodeled Wellness Center and the Group Exercise options.

DIVERSITY & INCLUSION at GRU (JSAC Hardy Meeting Room): We value diversity and inclusion on our campus. Information will be provided on programs, workshops, celebrations, and training offered by the university community including student-led interactions, which are instrumental in assisting all students in preparation for work in a diverse society.

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Yes, we offer STUDENT EMPLOYMENT (JSAC Coffeehouse): We offer part-time, paid positions across the GRU campus for students. Come learn about the process for seeking these competitive slots. Learn how you can also access other opportunities for employment in the Augusta area while a student at GRU.

Journey to the Center of REESE LIBRARY (Reese Library Entrance): After a brief introduction to the mysterious land of Reese Library by one of the library keepers, join a group of fellow adventurers to explore this curious realm. Groups of explorers will use clues placed throughout the library to get ever closer to the treasure. Members of the group that finds the most clues will win prizes!

Learn about the HONORS PROGRAM (Quad Wall Building): The Honors Program session will cover all elements of the curriculum, from core courses through the Honors Thesis, and how this curriculum can help prepare high-achieving students both for challenging careers and for graduate and professional study. It will also cover the benefits of belonging to the Honors Program.*This session REQUIRED for all Honors Accepted Students and is only provided on June 15, 2015.

11-11:25 AM CAMPUS NETWORKING SESSION B:CAMPUS RECREATION: Intramurals & Wellness (JSAC Butler Meeting Room): Enjoy being active? Come to this session and learn about Campus Recreation & Wellness! This includes everything from intramural and extramural activities, to the various club sports teams we have here at GRU. Not into competitive sports, but enjoy fitness? We have that, too! Learn about the newly remodeled Wellness Center and the Group Exercise options.

DIVERSITY & INCLUSION at GRU (JSAC Hardy Meeting Room): We value diversity and inclusion on our campus. Information will be provided on programs, workshops, celebrations, and training offered by the university community including student-led interactions, which are instrumental in assisting all students in preparation for work in a diverse society.

MILITARY & VETERANS SERVICES (Military & Veterans Services Office, 212 Washington Hall): The Office of Military & Veterans Services provides certification of VA educational benefits, Facilitates Tuition Assistance, and administers Health Professions Scholarships for military/veteran students. In addition to these services, we offer a Military Resource Center (MRC) with a lounge, group study/meeting room, and small computer lab and library. Any military-affiliated student can use the MRC. STUDENTS GOING GLOBAL: Study Abroad (JSAC Coffeehouse): Come learn about Study Abroad and Away. We will go over how these programs work at GRU. We will also discuss fundraising and scholarship opportunities to help assist our students in paying for their programs. We will allow time to answer any questions you might have!

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11:30-11:55 PM CAMPUS NETWORKING SESSION C:CAMPUS RECREATION: Intramurals & Wellness (JSAC Butler Meeting Room): Enjoy being active? Come to this session and learn about Campus Recreation & Wellness! This includes everything from intramural and extramural activities, to the various club sports teams we have here at GRU. Not into competitive sports, but enjoy fitness? We have that, too! Learn about the newly remodeled Wellness Center and the Group Exercise options.

Research: It’s for YOU! (JSAC Hardy Meeting Room): Come learn about the various opportunities to conduct undergraduate research at GRU. Opportunities are available in all majors and disciplines!

STUDENTS GOING GLOBAL: Study Abroad (JSAC Coffeehouse): Come learn about Study Abroad and Away. We will go over how these programs work at GRU. We will also discuss fundraising and scholarship opportunities to help assist our students in paying for their programs. We will allow time to answer any questions you might have!

Journey to the Center of REESE LIBRARY (Reese Library Entrance): After a brief introduction to the mysterious land of Reese Library by one of the library keepers, join a group of fellow adventurers to explore this curious realm. Groups of explorers will use clues placed throughout the library to get ever closer to the treasure. Members of the group that finds the most clues will win prizes!

12-12:25 PM CAMPUS NETWORKING SESSION D: CAMPUS RECREATION: Intramurals & Wellness (JSAC Butler Meeting Room): Enjoy being active? Come to this session and learn about Campus Recreation & Wellness! This includes everything from intramural and extramural activities, to the various club sports teams we have here at GRU. Not into competitive sports, but enjoy fitness? We have that, too! Learn about the newly remodeled Wellness Center and the Group Exercise options.

MILITARY & VETERANS SERVICES (Military & Veterans Services Office, 212 Washington Hall): The Office of Military & Veterans Services provides certification of VA educational benefits, Facilitates Tuition Assistance, and administers Health Professions Scholarships for military/veteran students. In addition to these services, we offer a Military Resource Center (MRC) with a lounge, group study/meeting room, and small computer lab and library. Any military-affiliated student can use the MRC.

Research: It’s for YOU! (JSAC Hardy Meeting Room): Come learn about the various opportunities to conduct undergraduate research at GRU. Opportunities are available in all majors and disciplines!

Yes, we offer STUDENT EMPLOYMENT (JSAC Coffeehouse): We offer part-time, paid positions across the GRU campus for students. Come learn about the process for seeking these competitive slots. Learn how you can also access other opportunities for employment in the Augusta area while a student at GRU.

Learn about the HONORS PROGRAM (Quad Wall Building): The Honors Program session will cover all elements of the curriculum, from core courses through the Honors Thesis, and how this curriculum can help prepare high-achieving students both for challenging careers and for graduate and professional study. It will also cover the benefits of belonging to the Honors Program.*This session REQUIRED for all Honors Accepted Students and is only provided on June 15, 2015.

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12:30-12:55 PM LEADERSHIP: Don’t Stop Believin’ (JSAC Ballroom): Do you have questions about getting involved at GRU? Do you want to hear from student leaders about their experiences? Current student leaders will answer your questions on involvement, leadership, and what it is like to be a student on campus.

12:30-12:55 PM Mother, Father CAMPUS CONNECTIONS: Change for the Better (Maxwell Theatre): Learn more about how to help your student navigate college more effectively. Maximize their college experience. This session will go over the many benefits of being engaged and involved as a student at Georgia Regents University. We will outline the expectations and shed light on the different and diverse opportunities provided through our many student organizations. The help is here, just for your students. Tell them about it.

1-1:25 PM CAMPUS CONNECTIONS: Change for the Better (JSAC Ballroom): Do you want to learn about how to effectively navigate college? Are you interested in maximizing your college experience to the fullest extent? This session will go over the many benefits of being engaged and involved as a student at Georgia Regents University. We will outline different expectations we have of our students. This session will also shed light on the different and diverse opportunities provided through our many student organizations. There are many resources at your disposal to get our students engaged and involved on campus. The help is here, just for you!

1-1:25 PM LEADERSHIP: Don’t Stop Believin’ IN YOUR STUDENT (Maxwell Theatre): Do you have questions about Georgia Regents University? Do you want to hear about the REAL GRU experience? Do you want more information about how your students can get involved? During this session, current student leaders on campus will answer your questions on involvement, leadership, and what it is like to be a student on campus, from a student’s perspective.

1:30-2 PM YOU Chose A Journey - Of a Lifetime (Maxwell Theatre): We hope you enjoyed orientation! This session is meant to bring together your first two full days at your new home-away-from-home. We will review the key highlights from the past 48 hours, as well was what lies ahead for the next YEAR!

2-3:30 PM CLOSE-OUT CHECKLIST: For the rest of the time, students, parents, family members, and supporters will have the opportunity to tie up any loose ends they may have. 1st Floor, University Hall:• Consent Forms for Registrar & Student Records • Parking Passes (Room 131)• Technology Assistance (Room 156)• Financial Aid Central (Room 162)JSAC Coffeehouse:• JagCard Photos

2:30 PM BIOLOGY PLACEMENT EXAM (Galloway Hall): Incoming freshmen intending to major in a field of Biological Science or Health Science, which includes Pre-Biology, Pre-Ecology, Pre-Cell and Molecular Biology, and Pre-Nursing Majors are required to take a short placement exam to help determine the appropriate Biology course each student will enroll.

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Trad i t ions

Interactive Scavenger Hunt

A university’s traditions are specific events in history which make that university’s experience unique, individual, sacred. The Georgia Regents

University orientation team believes that having this unique experience is beneficial to the development of our

students. These events, locations, and actions aid in acclimating our students to our university, our community, our family. Join in

our traditions by completing this Traditions Scavenger Hunt!

Join the GRU Class of 2019 Facebook Group. A full list of traditions will be posted before Freshmen Convocation.

Follow @GRU_Traditions on Instagram.Post your picture of the tradition you have completed,

tag @GRU_Traditions, and use the hashtag associated with each tradition.See which group is winning by using #IChose… INSERT YOUR SMALL GROUPS NAME!

1. High Five the Mascot #GRUAugustus2. Visit the D. Douglas Barnard Jr. Amphitheatre #GRUamphitheatre3. Buy your GRU Gear at the JagStore #GRUJagStore4. Toss a penny into the Blanchard Fountain #BlanchardFountain5. Take a selfie with an Orientation Leader #GRUOrientationLeader6. Take a picture at the Civil War Arsenal #GRUArsenal

The above-described method is how we will be tracking the photos. If this method of submitting photos is not followed, we will be unable to locate your picture, and you will not be in the drawing.

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They settled by the river; they planted built and bledgroping through the darkness; seeing light ahead

some of them were healers with healers hand and heartAntony began a school to teach the healer’s art

we seek the truth that heals, the truth sets us free, we are Georgia Regents Universitythey settled by the river, and in the early light

Walton dreamed a college, on the sand hill’s heightbut soldiers with their weapons; stood guard and watched until

the swords were turned to plowshares by dreamers on the hillwe seek the truth that heals, the truth that sets us free, we are Georgia Regents University

healers in the hollow, dreamers on the hillwe have come together and together we will

seek the ways of healing; Make the dream come truethe dreamers and the healers, Georgia Regents University

we seek the truth that heals, the truth that sets us free, we are Georgia Regents University.

Alma Mater

Academic CollegeMeeting Locations:

Info Central Locations:1st Floor, University Hall:

Consent Forms for Registrar & Student Records Testing & Disability Resources Immunization Processing (Room 129)Parking Passes (Room 131)Technology Assistance (Room 156)Financial Aid Central (Room 162)Bursar - Business Office

JSAC Coffeehouse:JagCard Photos

College of Allied Health Sciences:University Hall 350

College of Education: University Hall 348

College of Nursing: University Hall 140

James M. Hull College of Business: Allgood Hall N127Pamplin College of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences:

Allgood Hall E157College of Science & Mathematics:

JSAC BallroomMeet the Colleges: Undeclared Majors

University Hall 329