'Proud Traditions' will welcome students to fall semester at IUB Aug. 22

The freshman induction ceremony Aug. 22 at 4:30 p.m. at Assembly Hall and the "Traditions and Spirit of IU" on Friday, Aug. 24, are both campus highlights that have become Bloomington campus traditions of Welcome Week.

The induction ceremony, presided over by IU President Myles Brand, will welcome students into the academic world of IU and a picnic will follow. "Traditions and Spirit" at 5 p.m. Aug. 24 at Assembly Hall will offer a "spirited" welcome that will include teaching the traditional IU fight song to new students and other traditions found in athletics and other out-of- classroom arenas. This year there will be some surprises in store for participants.

This year also marks the return of a newer highlight event -- CultureFest. CultureFest 2001, which takes place on Thursday (Aug. 23) at 4:30 p.m., begins in the IU Auditorium, with a brief video of the history and culture of IU, and featured speaker Kevin Powell. Powell, a poet, journalist and political activist, has also been a host for BET television and was on the original cast of MTV's The Real World. He will present a challenge to the freshman class regarding culture, diversity and involvement. Following the speakers, students will take part in an outdoor festival, complete with food from different cultures, music, interactive games and much more.

In addition, Welcome Week offers a focus on academics, IU resources and opportunities for involvement through events such as academic orientation, resource and campus tours, residence center events, social events and more.

For additional information on the following activities, contact the Orientation Programs staff at McNutt Residence Center or call the Office of Orientation Programs at 812-855-4357.

http://www.indiana.edu/~orient/wwhome.html

Wednesday, Aug. 22

8 a.m.
Residence centers open

Take the morning and afternoon to get settled into your new home. Please check your center schedule for planned activities throughout the week.

2-4 p.m.
Foster International Welcome Meeting and Reception
Foster Quadrangle

For residents of Foster International (in Foster Quad) and their parents.

4:30 p.m.
Freshman Induction Ceremony
Assembly Hall

Join faculty, staff, and students marking the formal beginning of your IU experience. The induction ceremony is a longtime tradition for all entering students and their families.

5:30 p.m.
Induction Picnic
Virgil T. DeVault Alumni Center

Join induction participants for an evening picnic, compliments of Residential Programs and Services.

8 p.m.
Residence Floor Meetings

Get to know other new students in your residence community as well as your Resident Assistants (RAs) and Orientation Assistants (OAs). Please note these meetings are required of all new students.

Evening Hours

Social activities in the residence centers. Get to know your new community and neighbors.

Thursday, Aug. 23

8:20-10:30 a.m. Chemistry Placement Exam (required for all students enrolled in Chemistry C105)
Locations assigned

This exam evaluates your chemistry background and preparation for C105. It covers general chemistry topics and includes questions involving mathematical skills and reasoning essential for freshman chemistry. Students who excel on this exam will be invited to enroll in the honors chemistry program. Your placement exam score will not affect your grade in any chemistry course. Please direct questions to the Chemistry Instructional Support Office at 855-2700.

9:30 a.m.
Groups Student Support Services Advising Meetings
Ballantine Hall (see personalized notification for room number)

Required of all students in the Groups program.

10-11:30 a.m.
TRANSFERmations: Success as a Transfer Student at IU
Willkie Quadrangle, Center Auditorium

A follow-up to Advising and Registration, this program is tailor-made for students transferring to the Bloomington campus. Learn about various academic support opportunities and meet other students who have made this same transition.

11 a.m.
Groups Student Support Services 2001
Fine Arts, Room 015

A chance for Groups students to meet with the director of the program and learn more about what your year will hold.

11 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
Honors College Freshmen Meeting
Indiana Memorial Union, Alumni Hall

A great opportunity to meet the Honors College’s academic advisors, staff, and your fellow Honors College students. Don’t miss the important announcements and information, followed by a welcome party. This meeting is required of all first year Honors College students.

3 p.m.
Academic Orientation

See list below for locations (RAs and OAs will escort you to these events)

The faculty and staff of your school or college want to welcome you to campus. This event will give you the opportunity to meet the people that will be a part of your academic experience. Each school and college will follow its own individualized program.

Academic Orientation Locations:

College of Arts and Sciences: Indiana Memorial Union, Alumni Hall

Exploratory Students: Indiana Memorial Union, Whittenberger Auditorium

Kelley School of Business: School of Business, Rooms 219 and 223

School of Education: Wright Education Building, Atrium

School of Health, Physical Education, and Recreation: HPER Building, West Entrance Patio

School of Informatics: Woodburn Hall, Room 101

School of Journalism: Ernie Pyle Hall, Room 220

School of Music: School of Music, Auer Hall

School of Nursing: Ballantine Hall, Room 006

School of Public and Environmental Affairs: SPEA Building, Atrium

School of Social Work: 1127 Atwater

*If your school is not listed here, please call your school or the Office of Orientation Programs for the orientation location.

4:30-8 p.m.
CultureFest
IU Auditorium

Live music, varied food selections, salsa lessons, henna tattoos, and more await you. Get free food vouchers, valid at all CultureFest booths, by attending the indoor portion of the event (4:30–5:15 p.m.).

Evening Hours
Various activities

Join other new students in a variety of fun activities. Check your residence center for a list of scheduled activities.

10 p.m.
Union Board Outdoor Movie

O Brother, Where Art Thou?, Kinzie Hollow (between Read Hall and the Wright Education Building)

Come join us under the stars for snacks and a modern day spin on Homer’s The Odyssey. This movie stars George Clooney and John Turturro.

Friday, Aug. 24

9 a.m. or 10:30 a.m. (times assigned)
Required Academic Advising Meetings

Your academic advisor will play a very important role in your life at IU, and this is your first chance to meet him or her. If you do not know the location of your advisor’s office, please check with the staff at your residence center desk. If you are living off campus, please call 812-855-6768 for location information. Note that Honors College students will not attend these meetings since their advising appointments took place on Thursday.

9 a.m., 10 a.m., and 11:30 a.m.
Computing Workshop (makeup sessions)
Ballantine Hall, Room 118

Establish your E-mail account and learn the basics of IU’s E-mail and Web resources. Please bring your student ID. If you went to the Computing at IU session during New Student Orientation, you do not need to attend these workshops. If you cannot attend any of these sessions but still need to pick up your student account information, visit the Computing Support Center (IMU M084) between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.

9-11 a.m.
Student Employment Job Fair for Work-Study Jobs
Indiana Memorial Union, Alumni Hall

Talk to employers about part-time employment on campus and in the Bloomington community. Please note the job fair for non-work-study positions is at 2 p.m.

Noon-2 p.m.
Campus Open Houses and Fairs

IU has hundreds of resources for students. Take this opportunity to explore some of the support systems that are in place to assist you in your academic and personal success. RAs and OAs will be leading campus tours that will include these sites, or you can explore them on your own.

Career Development Center, 625 N. Jordan Avenue

The CDC hosts Future Fest beginning at 11:30 a.m. Enjoy free food, great music, wild games, and make new friends. Register to win dozens of great prizes by touring the CDC. It’s a chance to meet the staff and learn about the center’s helpful services. Don’t miss this opportunity to invest in your future.

Main Library, corner of Tenth Street and Jordan Avenue

Information booths, displays and exhibits, Internet and World Wide Web demonstrations, tours and more. Here's an informal and fun way to explore the Main Library with experienced guides. You’ll also find out about all the information resources, reference services, and research assistance available inside and out of the library.

Academic Support Centers, Briscoe Quadrangle, Ashton Center, and Forest Quadrangle

Check out the academic support system that is available to you in three residence centers on campus. The ASCs are designed to help you with your academic endeavors. Come see what they have to offer. Support services are available for students throughout the academic year, Sunday to Thursday, from 7 p.m. to midnight, in Briscoe, Ashton and Forest.

Student Academic Center, 316 N. Jordan Ave.

The SAC offers individual academic assessment and assistance as you pursue your degree at IU. The center offers workshops, college courses for credit, and many other support systems to help you produce your best academic work.

Leo R. Dowling International Center
111 S. Jordan Ave.

Come join us for a light lunch on the porch and meet students from all parts of the world. Throughout the year, the center hosts more than 35 diverse student organizations with American and international students.

Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgender Student Support Center
705 E. Seventh Street

Latino Cultural Center/La Casa
715 E. Seventh St.

Meet staff, students and learn about student organizations at both La Casa and the Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgender Student Support Center. The day promises to be a lot of fun and will include music, refreshments and laughter on the lawn.

African American Cultural Center
Ashton Center, Coulter Hall

Come let the AACC become your home away from home. Enjoy a warm, welcoming, and fun atmosphere. Meet the staff and other students and learn about the great AACC activities planned for the academic year.

Asian Culture Center
807 E. 10th St.

Expand your horizons by learning more about Asian peoples and cultures. This is a home for anyone interested in the diverse Asian cultures at IU or any of the 18 Asian student organizations. The open house and tour will show you the facilities that you can use including the ACC library, computer lab, audio-video room, and more.

2-4 p.m.
Student Employment Job Fair for Non-Work-Study Jobs, Indiana Memorial Union, Alumni Hall

Talk to employers about part-time employment on campus and in the Bloomington community. Please note the job fair for work-study positions is at 9 a.m.

4 p.m.
Required Residence Center Meetings

Get crucial details and information about your new home and everything it can offer. This is also your chance to gear up for the "Traditions and Spirit of IU" program, so bring your face paint and wear your IU clothes.

5 p.m.
"Traditions and Spirit of IU"
Assembly Hall

How much IU spirit do you have? Hosted by the Office of Orientation Programs, the IU Athletic Department and Residential Programs and Services, this is a Welcome Week tradition you won’t want to miss. Many surprises are in store so get there early.

6-8 p.m.
RecFest, North Fee Lane Fields

Prepare yourself for fun. Learn all you need to know about the Division of Recreational Sports, meet the staff, and enjoy free food, fun, games, and giveaways. You’ll even have the chance to win a free trip for two to New York City. Council Travel). Just bring your Boarding Pass, located in the Division of Recreational Sports’ Indiana Daily Student freshman orientation advertisement or in the Recreational Sports 2001/2002 Getaway Guide.

6:30 p.m.
Freshman Welcome Shabbat
Helene G. Simon Hillel Center, 730 E. 3rd St.

Come enjoy a free home-cooked Shabbat dinner, meet other Jewish first-year students and welcome in your first Shabbat at IU. After dinner, we’ll head out for ice cream together. Reservations are requested at 812-336-3824.

Evening Hours
Various activities

Check your residence center desk for exact schedules.

11 p.m.-3 a.m.
Midnight Madness

Whether you need school supplies or decorations for your room, join other IU students for Midnight Madness. We’ll take shuttle buses from campus to local discount stores offering specials just for tonight. Buses will stop at each residence center. Check postings in your residence center and flyers at other Welcome Week events for exact times and locations.

Saturday, Aug. 25

All day
Residence Center Activities

Check the schedule in your residence center. Activities may include sporting tournaments, museum trips, book-buying expeditions, and picnics.

10 a.m.
Chemistry Honors Meeting
Chemistry Building, Room 033

Freshmen who do exceptionally well on the Chemistry Placement Exam and/or have a strong background and interest in chemistry, will be sent an e-mail invitation to attend. At the meeting, a syllabus for the freshman chemistry honors program will be distributed, the organization and philosophy of the courses will be discussed, and requirements and grading will be described. Only students who attend this meeting will be admitted to the honors program. Direct questions regarding the freshman chemistry honors program to the Chemistry Instructional Support Office at 855-2770.

1-4 p.m.
Outdoor Pool Party
IU Outdoor Pool (corner of 17th Street and Law Lane)

Bring your suit and sun lotion to this party sponsored by the Residence Hall Association. Music, refreshments, and fun will be provided.

 

Evening Hours
Various activities

Check your residence center desk for exact schedules.

Sunday, Aug. 26

All day
Residence Center Activities

Check the schedule in your residence center. Activities may include sporting tournaments, museum trips, book-buying expeditions, and picnics.

1:30-3:30 p.m.
Fun in Dunn, Dunn Meadow
(adjacent to the Indiana Memorial Union)

A variety of religious groups welcome you to campus and will provide information about their activities. There will also be free food, a bike giveaway, and a lot of fun. Come and meet the unique and diverse religious groups on campus and in Bloomington.

4 p.m., 5:30 p.m., or 7 p.m.
Student Success Series
(required of first-year students)

Join other students in your campus neighborhood to discuss new ways of looking at issues that affect your life. Get the real scoop on real life as a college student. Sometimes humorous, sometimes intense, always honest. Check postings in your residence center for your assigned time and location.

5-7 p.m.
Hillel Opening Barbecue
Helene G. Simon Hillel Center (730 E. 3rd St.)

Jewish life at IU begins with you. The student board and staff of Hillel welcome all new and returning Jewish students to this free barbecue. Stop by and learn about the excitement and diversity of one of the most active Hillel programs in the country.

8 p.m.
Residence Floor Meetings

This is a required full-floor or house meeting. Times may vary by residence center, so check with your RA for your meeting time and location.

Monday, Aug. 27
First Day of Classes

7 p.m.
Chemistry C105/C125 Exemption Exam (only time offered), Chemistry Building, Room C122

You're eligible to take this exam if you've completed two years of high school chemistry and have earned one of the following scores: 600 on math/SAT test or 27 on math/ACT. Bring a calculator. Students who excel on this exam will receive credit for Chemistry C105 and C125.