TakeOff: FVSU New Student Orientation 2019 Schedule of Activities

YOU’LL NEVER FORGET THE FIRST WEEK OF THE REST OF YOUR LIFE.

Monday, August 12

Independence Day

This college thing is really happening. Move into your room, meet new friends, and send your family off with love and best wishes.

	Time	Event	Location
	8:00 a.m.- 1:00 p.m.	Move-in	- Wildcat Commons - Ohio Hall	Find your room, unload the car, organize your stuff, meet your roommates and make last minute store runs while your parents are there to pay for it. You might even spot some key faculty, staff and students there to help you lift some boxes.
	(Choose one) 11:00 a.m.- 11:50 p.m. or 1:00 p.m.- 1:50 p.m.	Wildcat Parent 101	HPE Complex Room 346	Learn more about how to love your child while empowering them to adjust to adulthood as a Wildcat.
	12:00 p.m.- 2:00 p.m.	Lunch (with families)	- Dining Services Cafeteria	- Area restaurants
	2:00 p.m.- 3:00 p.m.	Orientation Crew Connect	Pettigrew Center	Meet your orientation leader and the other students in your "crew."
	3:00 p.m.- 4:00 p.m.	Parting Ceremony (Families and Students)	HPE Complex	Your transformation into a college student has officially begun. Thank your family for their best wishes as you take a giant step forward into independence.
	5:00 p.m.- 7:00 p.m.	Dinner	Dining Services Cafeteria
	7:00 p.m.- 8:00 p.m.	Orientation Crew Connect	Wildcat Commons Clubhouse	Check-in with your orientation leader and the other students in your "crew."
	9:00 p.m.	Block Party	Wildcat Commons Courtyard	Socializing time! Your parents are gone, your new friends are here, and the music demands dancing.

Tuesday, August 13

Academic Focus Day

You are in college to grow, network, and have fun, but most important, to graduate. On your first full day as a Wildcat, make sure you are thinking about your last day when you walk across the Commencement stage. Academic Focus Day unfolds with motivation, self-discovery, success tips, and important information. Begin with the end in mind.

	Time	Event	Location
	7:00 a.m.- 8:45 a.m.	Breakfast	Dining Services Cafeteria
	9:00 a.m.- 9:20 a.m.	Starter Kit	Pettigrew Center	Get up and get motivated as you find out everything you need to know about the day ahead.
	9:25 a.m.- 10:25 a.m.	Kick-off Keynote Speaker: Dr. Derek Greenfield	Pettigrew Center Auditorium	Get ready to be ready! Internationally-known speaker Dr. Derek Greenfield will show you just how special you are and how much power you have to change the world.
	10:30 a.m.- 11:10 a.m.	Group A (Concurrent Session) Developing an Academic Mindset Session Leader: Dr. Andrew Lee Professor and Director of Undergraduate Research	Pettigrew Center	So, how does this college thing really work? Learn how your attitude and outlook can change your ability to get things done and achieve your goals.
	10:30 a.m.- 11:10 a.m.	Group B (Concurrent Session) I Don't Have Enough Time Session Leader: Dr. Meigan Fields Director, Honors Program	Student Center	College is all about taking advantage of everything it has to offer. But in order to succeed with so much going on, you have to have priorities and know how to manage your time. Learn how to fit in everything you want to do while still standing out as a scholar, leader, and future professional.
	10:30 a.m.- 11:10 a.m.	Group C (Concurrent Session) Keeping it 100: A Student's Perspective on Academics Student Panel	CTM Building	How can I possibly make As with so many parties going on? Real-life students share with you the tricks to succeed as a student while maintaining a healthy social and co-curricular life.
	11:15 a.m.- 11:55 a.m.	Group A (Concurrent Session) Keeping it 100: A Student's Perspective on Academics Student Panel	CTM Building	How can I possibly make As with so many parties going on? Real-life students share with you the tricks to succeed as a student while maintaining a healthy social and co-curricular life.
	11:15 a.m.- 11:55 a.m.	Group B (Concurrent Session) Developing an Academic Mindset Session Leader: Dr. Andrew Lee Professor and Director of Undergraduate Research	Pettigrew Center	So, how does this college thing really work? Learn how your attitude and outlook can change your ability to get things done and achieve your goals.
	11:15 a.m.- 11:55 a.m.	Group C (Concurrent Session) I Don't Have Enough Time Session Leader: Dr. Meigan Fields Director, Honors Program	Student Center	College is all about taking advantage of everything it has to offer. But in order to succeed with so much going on, you have to have priorities and know how to manage your time. Learn how to fit in everything you want to do while still standing out as a scholar, leader, and future professional.
	12:00 p.m.- 2:00 p.m.	Lunch	Dining Service Cafeteria
	2:05 p.m.- 2:45 p.m.	Group A (Concurrent Session) I Don't Have Enough Time Session Leader: Dr. Meigan Fields Director, Honors Program	Student Center	College is all about taking advantage of everything it has to offer. But in order to succeed with so much going on, you have to have priorities and know how to manage your time. Learn how to fit in everything you want to do while still standing out as a scholar, leader, and future professional.
	2:05 p.m.- 2:45 p.m.	Group C (Concurrent Session) Developing an Academic Mindset Session Leader: Dr. Andrew Lee Professor and Director of Undergraduate Research	Pettigrew Center	So, how does this college thing really work? Learn how your attitude and outlook can change your ability to get things done and achieve your goals.
	2:05 p.m.- 2:45 p.m.	Group B (Concurrent Session) Keeping it 100: A Student's Perspective on Academics Student Panel	CTM Building	How can I possibly make As with so many parties going on? Real-life students share with you the tricks to succeed as a student while maintaining a healthy social and co-curricular life.
	2:50 p.m.- 3:30 p.m.	Student Safety Speakers: Anita F. Allen Chief of Police Patrice R. Terrell Director of Contracts and Compliance Chewan Allen Coordinator of Student Conduct	Pettigrew Center	You must be safe in order to be successful. Learn how to protect yourself, your rights under Title IX, how to get help if you need it, and how you are expected to engage with people and property as a Wildcat.
	3:45 p.m.- 4:25 p.m.	Exhale	Pettigrew Center	Daily regroup and wrap-up announcements
	4:30 p.m.- 5:00 p.m.	Work-Study Overview	TBD	The FVSU Human Resources Department helps you understand the possibilities for you to earn money on campus while you are a student.
	5:00 p.m.- 7:00 p.m.	Dinner
	7:00 p.m.- 9:00 p.m.	Orientation Crew Connect	Wildcat Commons Clubhouse	Check-in with your orientation leader and the other students in your "crew."
	9:00 p.m.	Comedy Show featuring Lav Luv and Mr. Bankshot	Pettigrew Center Auditorium	Get your laugh on with some of the hottest comedians in the country.

Wednesday, August 14

Engagement Day

From whom much is given, much is required. FVSU fully expects you to become leaders, and that means being engaged in service and activities on your campus and in your community. Learn more about how to engage with clubs and organizations, how to carry yourself as a young professional, and how to take advantage of services at the school.

	Time	Event	Location
	7:00 a.m.- 8:45 a.m.	Breakfast	Dining Services Cafeteria
	9:00 a.m.- 9:15 a.m.	Starter Kit	Pettigrew Center	Get up and get motivated as you find out everything you need to know about the day ahead.
	9:20 a.m.- 10:00 a.m.	Group A (Concurrent Session) Service Is Your Rent Session Leader: LuWanna L. Williams Director of Civic Engagement, Leadership, and Professional Development	Pettigrew Center	Learn why service is important, not only because doing the right thing is always right, but also because it helps you grow as a leader. And at FVSU, it's a requirement.
	9:20 a.m.- 10:00 a.m.	Group B (Concurrent Session) Mind, Body, and Soul Session Leaders: Jacqueline L. Caskey-James, LPC, NCC Director of Health and Counseling Services Alvin K. Lindsey Director of Outreach, Student Counseling Services	Student Center	Grades. Professors. Student Loans. Internships. Job Searches. Dating. Social Activities. Fraternities and Sororities. College can really mess with your mind if you aren't careful. Learn about the services FVSU offers to help you stay balanced and fulfilled and keep stress and anxiety out of your life.
	9:20 a.m.- 10:00 a.m.	Group C (Concurrent Session) Success Support Session Leaders: Dr. Davida J. Curtis Director of TRIO Student Support Services Dr. Shirley McClellan Director of Ronald E. McNair Scholars Program Victoria Sturn Coordinator, TRIO Student Support Services	CTM Building	Learn about how the federally-funded TRIO and McNair programs can support you when you need academic help and prepare you for graduate school and beyond.
	10:05 a.m.- 10:45 a.m.	Group A (Concurrent Session) Mind, Body, and Soul Session Leaders: Jacqueline L. Caskey-James, LPC, NCC Director of Health and Counseling Services Alvin K. Lindsey Director of Outreach, Student Counseling Services	Student Center	Grades. Professors. Student Loans. Internships. Job Searches. Dating. Social Activities. Fraternities and Sororities. College can really mess with your mind if you aren't careful. Learn about the services FVSU offers to help you stay balanced and fulfilled and keep stress and anxiety out of your life.
	10:05 a.m.- 10:45 a.m.	Group B Concurrent Session) Success Support Session Leaders: Dr. Davida J. Curtis Director of TRIO Student Support Services Dr. Shirley McClellan Director of Ronald E. McNair Scholars Program Victoria Sturn Coordinator, TRIO Student Support Services	CTM Building	Learn about how the federally-funded TRIO and McNair programs can support you when you need academic help and prepare you for graduate school and beyond.
	10:05 a.m.- 10:45 a.m.	Group C (Concurrent Session) Service Is Your Rent Session Leader: LuWanna L. Williams Director of Civic Engagement, Leadership, and Professional Development	Pettigrew Center	Learn why service is important, not only because doing the right thing is always right, but also because it helps you grow as a leader. And at FVSU, it's a requirement.
	10:05 a.m.- 10:45 a.m.	Group A Concurrent Session) Success Support Session Leaders: Dr. Davida J. Curtis Director of TRIO Student Support Services Dr. Shirley McClellan Director of Ronald E. McNair Scholars Program Victoria Sturn Coordinator, TRIO Student Support Services	CTM Building	Learn about how the federally-funded TRIO and McNair programs can support you when you need academic help and prepare you for graduate school and beyond.
	10:05 a.m.- 10:45 a.m.	Group B (Concurrent Session) Service Is Your Rent Session Leader: LuWanna L. Williams Director of Civic Engagement, Leadership, and Professional Development	Pettigrew Center	Learn why service is important, not only because doing the right thing is always right, but also because it helps you grow as a leader. And at FVSU, it's a requirement.
	10:05 a.m.- 10:45 a.m.	Group C (Concurrent Session) Mind, Body, and Soul Session Leaders: Jacqueline L. Caskey-James, LPC, NCC Director of Health and Counseling Services Alvin K. Lindsey Director of Outreach, Student Counseling Services	Student Center	Grades. Professors. Student Loans. Internships. Job Searches. Dating. Social Activities. Fraternities and Sororities. College can really mess with your mind if you aren't careful. Learn about the services FVSU offers to help you stay balanced and fulfilled and keep stress and anxiety out of your life.
	11:00 p.m.- 2:00 p.m.	Lunch	Dining Service Cafeteria
	2:50 p.m.- 3:30 p.m.	Staying Connected Session Leader: TBA	Pettigrew Center	Learn more about the communication tools used to keep you informed like OrgSync and MyFVSU Degree, that keep information at your fingertips to keep you on track to graduation.
	3:35 p.m.- 5:00 p.m.	Break
	5:00 p.m.- 7:00 p.m.	Dinner
	7:00 p.m.- 9:00 p.m.	Upper Class- Ladies Only Session Leader: Rev. Dr. Penni Sweetenburg-Lee Senior Pastor and Founder, On Kingdom Business Ministries and Passionate Penni Productions	Wildcat Commons Clubhouse	People will treat you how in the manner they believe you will accept. Learn why your personal brand and reputation is so important and how to carry and conduct yourself with professionalism and poise so that you are always respected as an emerging leader.
	7:00 p.m.- 9:00 p.m.	Upper Class- Gentlemen Only Session Leader: Dr. Alex O. Ellis Founder, Tied to Greatness	CTM Building	People will treat you how in the manner they believe you will accept. Learn why your personal brand and reputation is so important and how to carry and conduct yourself with professionalism and poise so that you are always respected as an emerging leader.

Thursday, August 15

Wildcat Pride Day

I love my FVSU! Demonstrate your energy and enthusiasm for your new school by participating in a day of spirit and expression.

	Time	Event	Location
	7:00 a.m.- 9:00 a.m.	Breakfast and Jammin' in the "Caf"	Dining Services Cafeteria	A DJ will wake you up to morning music to get you pumped up for the day
	9:30 a.m.- 10:15 a.m.	Spirit Competition and Group Selfie	HPE Complex	How much do you love FVSU already? Show your spirit in the group picture and spirit competition.
	10:05 a.m.- 10:45 a.m.	Get Out the Vote	Student Center	Voter Registration and Class Officer Meeting
	11:00 p.m.- 2:00 p.m.	Lunch	Dining Service Cafeteria
	1:00 p.m.- 4:00 p.m.	Paint Party	Student Center	What is your creative vision? Express yourself on canvas or paper as you create images that express whatever you are feeling.
	5:00 p.m.- 7:00 p.m.	Dinner
	7:00 p.m.- 9:00 p.m.	Orientation Crew Connect	Wildcat Commons Clubhouse	Check-in with your orientation leader and the other students in your "crew."
	8:30 p.m.	Screen on the Green	Wildcat Stadium	A drive-in movie without the cars

Friday, August 16

Loyalty and Thoroughness Day

Your journey toward becoming the ultimate Wildcat is complete on this day when you take the New Wildcat Oath.

	Time	Event	Location
	7:00 a.m.- 9:00 a.m.	Breakfast	Dining Services Cafeteria
	10:30 a.m.- 12:00 p.m.	Freshman Induction Ceremony	Pettigrew Center	President Paul Jones will share with you the expectations of a true FVSU student as you officially join Wildcat Nation.
	12:00 p.m.- 2:00 p.m.	Lunch	Dining Service Cafeteria
	2:30 p.m.- 4:30 p.m.	Service Project	Peach Pit and other areas in Fort Valley	Begin a lifetime habit of giving back by participating in your first Wildcat Service Project.
	5:00 p.m.- 7:00 p.m.	Dinner
	7:30 p.m.- 8:15 p.m.	Class Speeches	Pettigrew Center	Who will be the leader to lead the leaders? Hear from your classmates who want to represent you as officers.
	8:30 p.m.	Game Night	Pettigrew Center	Compete against your new friends in a variety of games.

Saturday, August 17

FVSU Family Day

Your class joins the FVSU family during a day when you fully step into the Wildcat culture.

	Time	Event	Location
	10:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.	Voting for Freshman Class Officers	Student Center	Exercise your democratic power by choosing your class officers.
	12:00 p.m.- 2:00 p.m.	Brunch	Dining Service Cafeteria
	12:00 p.m.- 3:00 p.m.	Yardfest Sponsored by the Warner Robins Chapter of the FVSU National Alumni Association	The Yard	Field Day activities, cookout, and music
	5:00 p.m.- 7:00 p.m.	Dinner

Sunday, August 18

Faithful and True Day

Fill your heart with faith as you celebrate the joy of being a Wildcat prepared to serve humanity.

	Time	Event	Location
	9:30 a.m.- 11:00 a.m.	Wildcat Worship Speaker: Minister Michael Gregory	Student Amenities Center
	10:00 a.m.- 1:00 a.m.	Gospel Brunch	Dining Service Cafeteria
	7:00p.m.- 9:00p.m.	Golden Lounge - Student Talent Show	Student Amenities Center	Being a Wildcat is all about putting your best foot...or voice forward. Join your first Talent Show on the yard, your first of many opportunities to show off your talents. The stage is open for singers, dancers, rappers, poets, comics and more.