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SUMMER ORIENTATION 2009

STUDENT SCHEDULE

FRIDAY, JUNE 19, 2009

9:00 a.m.
CHECK-IN AND INFORMATION TABLES
TOMPKINS COLLEGE CENTER (TCC), LEVEL THREE
Check-in at the TCC Dining Hall. Unload your personal items into Butz Hall and visit the information tables on the 3rd floor.

  • Information Technology
  • Campus Security/Parking
  • Banks (KNBT, Team Capital, and Wachovia)
  • Computer Vendors (Dell and Lenovo)
  • Bookstore
  • ID

10:00 a.m.
CLASS OF 2013 WELCOME
TCC SAMUELS THEATRE
Join President Carmen Ambar, Dr. Kim Owens, Senior Executive Vice President for Enrollment and Student Affairs, and Dr. Denise O'Neill, Acting Dean of Student Affairs, for an overview of the orientation program. Presenters will discuss the importance of receiving a women's education and the College's emphasis on women's leadership.

At the conclusion of the welcome, Lori Williams, Director of Student Financial Services will make some announcements to parents and families. The Student Financial Services office will be open until 4:00 p.m. for individual meetings.

10:15 a.m.
THE VALUE OF A LIBERAL ARTS EDUCATION
ALUMNAE HALL AUDITORIUM
Christine Nowik, Director of Academic Services
Cedar Crest is a liberal arts college for women. Have you thought about the importance and significance of selecting a college whose strength lies in the liberal arts curriculum? Find out how our curriculum is relevant and beneficial for YOU!

10:30 a.m.
MAKING COLLEGE COUNT - MONSTER.COM
TCC SAMUELS THEATRE
Monster.com, the world‟s leading career expert, has created an innovative program that will help students own their college experience to create the best possible result – a degree and a great career.

11:30 a.m.
MAKING CAMPUS CONNECTIONS
ALUMNAE HALL LAWN (RAIN SITE - TCC)
Meet the OA (Orientation Assistant) Staff and learn more about your classmates and Cedar Crest College.

12:00 p.m.
FORMULATE YOUR ACADEMIC SCHEDULE: ADVISING GROUPS
FIRST-YEAR ADVISORS’ OFFICE
Journey with your OA to your academic advisor‟s office. Begin to map out the details to academic planning.

Individual advising appointments are scheduled through-out orientation and run concurrently with other sessions.

12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
LUNCH
TCC TERRACE
Lunch will be with your faculty advisor and OA on the TCC Terrace. Students will have the opportunity to have their Cedar Crest College ID made during lunch. Pictures can be obtained at the TCC Information Desk.

1:45 p.m.
CAMPUS TO CAREER – A FOUR-YEAR PLAN FOR CAREER AND LIFE SUCCESS
HAMILTON BOULEVARD BUILDING
Melissa Faulkner, Director of Career Planning Dr. Allen Richardson, Professor of Religious Studies

Trina Eby, Class of 2010 This exciting presentation provides you with the opportunity to think about the choices that you make during college, choices that can turn your potential into lifetime success and help you reach your goals during and after your time at Cedar Crest College. Learn how career planning and study abroad can take you on the Ultimate Road Trip!

Dr. Allen Richardson will talk about a study abroad trip to Egypt in January 2010.

2:15 p.m.
ENHANCING YOUR CEDAR CREST EXPERIENCE – HAVING FUN AND A WHOLE LOT MORE!
HAMILTON BOULEVARD BUILDING
Tammy Bean, Director of Community Service Programs Kia Brown, Residence Life Coordinator/Coordinator of Student Activities Angela Kramer, Residence Life Coordinator/Coordinator of First Year Programs

The Offices of Community Service, Diversity Programs, First Year Programs and Student Activities are designed to enhance co-curricular life at Cedar Crest College and help students become more involved. While our primary goal is academic excellence, we strive to offer each student possibilities for growth and development in areas beyond the traditional classroom experience. Come and learn about the hundreds of opportunities sponsored by the offices, clubs and organizations here on campus. With everything that Cedar Crest has to offer, a student only needs the motivation and initiative to get involved! Are you ready?

3:15 p.m.
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
TCC SAMUELS THEATRE
Shannon Pretko, Information Technology Specialist
At Cedar Crest, students will have access to information technology that will greatly assist their academic and social experience. This session will introduce you to the technology that is on campus and the services that are provided by this department. GroupWise email accounts will be distributed during the session.

3:45 p.m.
WHY FOCUS ON WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP?
TCC SAMUELS THEATER
Dr. Kim Owens, Senior Executive Vice President for Enrollment Services and Student Affairs

With all of the strides that women have made, why is it still important to focus on women's leadership? During this session, you will learn about some significant realities that are sure to make you think about the importance of women's leadership and how Cedar Crest can provide you with a competitive edge.

4:15 p.m.
BREAK

5:30 p.m.
DINNER
TCC DINING HALL
Students will have the opportunity to have their Cedar Crest College ID made during dinner.

Information tables will be set up during dinner:

  • INTER-COLLEGIATE ATHLETICS
    Visit with athletic coaches during dinner.
  • LUTZ CENTER FOR COMMUNITY SERVICE
    Find out about potential community service options.
  • OFFICE OF RESIDENCE LIFE
    Indicate your roommate choice and building preference.

6:30 p.m.
THE GREAT RACE!
Join the Orientation Assistants in a fun-filled scavenger hunt where you will travel throughout the campus and get an opportunity to win some prizes.

7:30 p.m.
BREAK
Relax in the residence hall with your OA.

8:30 p.m.
ENTERTAINMENT – BRIAN BRUSHWOOD’S BIZARRE MAGIC
TCC SAMUELS THEATRE
In just one show, Brian eats fire, performs sleight-of-hand and escapes, breaks concrete bricks over his head, sticks nails in his eyes, reads minds, performs his unique "Human Crazy Straw" and more! With over one thousand college performances, Brian is bringing his twisted one-man variety show to Cedar Crest College.

Orientation 08
Orientation '08

SATURDAY, JUNE 20, 2009

7:45 - 9:00 a.m.
BREAKFAST
TCC DINING HALL
Students will have the opportunity to have their Cedar Crest College ID made during breakfast. Pictures can be obtained at the TCC Information Desk.

  • LUTZ CENTER FOR COMMUNITY SERVICE
    Find out about potential community service options.
  • OFFICE OF RESIDENCE LIFE
    Indicate your roommate choice and building preference.

9:00 a.m.
OA SESSION
TCC DINING HALL
Our OA staff, a group of dedicated and trained student leaders, works to ease the transition of new undergraduate students into the academic and social communities at the College. This session will offer you another opportunity to meet your classmates and bond with the Class of 2013.

9:30 a.m.
RESIDENTIAL LIVING – YOUR HOME AWAY FROM HOME
(Resident Students Only)
TCC SAMUELS THEATRE
Kelly Mycek, Director of Residence Life
Kelly Ann Ryan, Residence Life Coordinator/Coordinator of Diversity
Kia Brown, Residence Life Coordinator/Coordinator of Student Activities Angela Kramer, Residence Life Coordinator/Coordinator of First Year Programs
Our residence hall program offers options to meet the academic, developmental, and social needs of our students. While there are four residence halls on campus, each hall has similar amenities but different features. Our professional staff will be available to answer your questions and provide you with tips on how to make living on campus a positive experience.

9:30 a.m.
COMMUTING TO COLLEGE – CONNECTING TO THE CEDAR CREST COMMUNITY
(Commuter Students Only)
Courtney Lomax, Admission Counselor
Lori Gallagher, Class of 2008
TCC 1867 Room
Many students commute to campus each year. Find ways to make the most of your collegiate experience by remaining involved and engaged in the Cedar Crest Community through leadership experiences, programs, events and connections with peers, faculty and staff. First-year connections open up an exciting world of small classes, dedicated instructors, and out-of-the-classroom experiences that will prepare you for challenges beyond college.

10:15 a.m.
ATHLETICS, INTRAMURALS AND WELLNESS
LEES GYM
Kristin Maile, Director of Athletics
Cedar Crest College offers a variety of intercollegiate athletic teams, wellness programs and intramural opportunities for students throughout the year. All wellness and intramural offerings are designed with our diverse student population in mind and are open to women of all skills and abilities. Our staff will provide you with an overview of the programs, services, staff and facilities.

11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
CLOSING SESSION
ALUMNAE HALL AUDITORIUM
Emily Mowl, Class of 2008
Join Acting Dean Denise O'Neill and alumna speaker Emily Mowl ('08) for thoughts and images that will explore ways to make your experience meaningful and purposeful. An overview of Fall Orientation will be provided. New students will also learn the Alma Mater! The session will end with images of some time-honored traditions.

12:15 p.m.
RESIDENCE HALL CHECK-OUT
BUTZ HALL
Students will check out of the residence halls.