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We believe every student at the University of Minnesota has the potential to do well. We know you can<br />
succeed. Our job is to help you identify your talents, develop those talents into strengths, <strong>and</strong> direct<br />
those strengths toward activities <strong>and</strong> experiences that will help you succeed.<br />
Welcome Week is one of the many experiences the University of Minnesota offers to help you learn how<br />
to develop your strengths so that you can have a successful first year of college.<br />
By attending Welcome Week you will:<br />
• See familiar faces.<br />
• Recognize people from your college.<br />
• Underst<strong>and</strong> what is expected of you academically.<br />
• Know where classes <strong>and</strong> resources are located.<br />
• Identify when <strong>and</strong> where to ask for help.<br />
• Be proud to be a Minnesota Golden Gopher!<br />
H<strong>and</strong>book = Schedule & Guide<br />
Table of Contents<br />
This h<strong>and</strong>book complements your personalized<br />
Welcome Week schedule <strong>and</strong> is your guide for<br />
your first year. Keep it with you, take notes <strong>and</strong><br />
take away a key message from each event you<br />
attend. Other things you can do to get the most<br />
out of Welcome Week include:<br />
• Ask questions...<br />
look for anyone in a Welcome Week T-shirt.<br />
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Expectations for Your Journey<br />
Free-Time Activities<br />
Kick-Off Day:<br />
Wednesday, August 29<br />
• Wear your nametag...<br />
it lets people know who you are <strong>and</strong> gets you<br />
into events!<br />
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College Day:<br />
Thursday, August 30<br />
• Exchange names <strong>and</strong> numbers...<br />
stay connected after WW!<br />
• Keep your U Card with you at all times...<br />
it’s your ticket into major events.<br />
• Keep the WW Hotline number 612-369-1005<br />
available...<br />
in case you get separated from your group.<br />
• Wear comfortable footwear...<br />
there is a lot of walking!<br />
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U of M Day:<br />
Friday, August 31<br />
<strong>Community</strong> Engagement Day:<br />
Saturday, September 1<br />
<strong>Community</strong> Exploration Day:<br />
Sunday, September 2<br />
• Choose your attitude...<br />
this program is as great as you make it!<br />
• Follow your dinner rotation...<br />
it’ll help alleviate traffic in the dining halls.<br />
• Check out the tips...<br />
at the bottom of various pages throughout the<br />
h<strong>and</strong>book.<br />
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Prepare for Classes:<br />
Monday, September 3<br />
Make the Most of Your<br />
Gopher Experience<br />
Campus Maps<br />
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Parking <strong>and</strong> Transit<br />
The East River Road Parking Garage is the designated Welcome Week parking location for commuter students.<br />
If you’d like a free parking coupon, you must park here.<br />
Visit the Parking <strong>and</strong> Transportation Services website (umn.edu/pts) for information on sustainable<br />
transportation options to, from, <strong>and</strong> around campus-including how to get around by bike, bus, rail, or foot.<br />
Review transit tables in each day’s detailed schedule pages to learn how to get to the specific day’s events.<br />
The Campus Connector will follow the schedule below. This does not reflect service during the academic year.<br />
A Safe You is a Safe U<br />
Date Time Interval<br />
Tuesday, August 28 7:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. Every 15 Minutes<br />
Wednesday, August 29 7:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m. Every 15 Minutes<br />
Thursday, August 30 7:00 a.m.–1:00 a.m. Every 15 Minutes<br />
Friday, August 31 7:00 a.m.–8:00 a.m. Every 15 Minutes<br />
8:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. Every 5 Minutes<br />
6:00 p.m.–2:00 a.m. Every 15 Minutes<br />
Saturday, September 1 8:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m. Every 15 Minutes<br />
10:00 p.m.–Midnight Every 30 Minutes<br />
Sunday, September 2 9:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Every 30 Minutes<br />
12:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m. Every 15 Minutes<br />
6:00 p.m.–Midnight Every 30 Minutes<br />
Monday, September 3 9:30 a.m.–Midnight Every 30 Minutes<br />
Safety <strong>and</strong> security are among the University’s top priorities. Below are some resources to promote campus safety.<br />
Important Phone Numbers<br />
Emergencies: 911<br />
U Police: 612-624-COPS (2677)<br />
Crisis Counseling<br />
Crisis Connection (24 hr): 612-379-6363<br />
Mental Health<br />
Boynton Mental Health Clinic<br />
(8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., M, T, W, F <strong>and</strong><br />
9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Th): 612-624-1444<br />
Counseling <strong>and</strong> Consulting<br />
University Counseling & Consulting Services<br />
(8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m., M–F): 612-624-3323<br />
Sexual Assault<br />
Aurora Center (24 hr): 612-626-9111<br />
Campus Escorts<br />
Walking or bike escort (24 hour): 612-624-WALK (9255)<br />
Gopher Chauffeur<br />
Free door-to-door transportation offered near campus<br />
(10:00 p.m.–2:00 a.m., weekends): 612-388-6911<br />
More at umn.edu/prepared<br />
Your College Journey<br />
Your transition to the U is ongoing. You will participate in activities <strong>and</strong> have additional experiences that will<br />
help you develop your strengths <strong>and</strong> work toward success. At the time of graduation you should be able to<br />
demonstrate the Student Learning <strong>and</strong> Development Outcomes listed below. We have suggested ways to<br />
apply the Student Development Outcomes during Welcome Week.<br />
Student Learning Outcomes // www.slo.umn.edu<br />
Your College Day activities, coupled with other Welcome Week events, will begin your journey to excelling in<br />
the learning outcomes. Look for more opportunities during your first year for continued growth.<br />
• Can identify, define, <strong>and</strong> solve problems<br />
• Can locate <strong>and</strong> critically evaluate information<br />
• Have mastered a body of knowledge <strong>and</strong> a mode of inquiry<br />
• Underst<strong>and</strong> diverse philosophies <strong>and</strong> cultures within <strong>and</strong> across societies<br />
• Can communicate effectively<br />
• Underst<strong>and</strong> the role of creativity, innovation, discovery, <strong>and</strong> expression across disciplines<br />
• Have acquired skills for effective citizenship <strong>and</strong> life-long learning<br />
Student Development Outcomes // www.sdo.umn.edu<br />
Student Development<br />
Outcome<br />
Responsibility &<br />
Accountability<br />
Independence &<br />
Interdependence<br />
Goal <strong>Orientation</strong><br />
Self-Awareness<br />
Resilience<br />
Appreciation of<br />
Differences<br />
Tolerance of<br />
Ambiguity<br />
Definition<br />
Making appropriate decisions <strong>and</strong> accepting<br />
consequences of your actions.<br />
Appropriately determining when to act alone<br />
<strong>and</strong> when to enlist the help of others.<br />
Underst<strong>and</strong>ing how to use your strengths to<br />
complete tasks in a timely manner.<br />
Showing interest in <strong>and</strong> expecting the best<br />
from others <strong>and</strong> yourself.<br />
Recovering from disappointments to continue<br />
to work successfully.<br />
Valuing differences <strong>and</strong> seeking out others<br />
who are different than you <strong>and</strong> working<br />
effectively with them.<br />
Working <strong>and</strong> performing well under<br />
complicated situations with little instruction.<br />
How to Demonstrate it at Welcome Week<br />
There’s no help waking up for Welcome Week events.<br />
You’re on your own!<br />
When going to interest sessions on U of M day, go to the one<br />
you are interested in <strong>and</strong> meet up with your group later.<br />
During Welcome Week you will have the opportunity to set<br />
academic goals for yourself, especially during College Day.<br />
When meeting new people you need to know who you are in<br />
order to present yourself genuinely to others.<br />
If you become tired after a long day, you must bounce back<br />
the next day; every day is important!<br />
Throughout the week you will be meeting many different<br />
people from many different backgrounds. Being respectful<br />
is important.<br />
Your Welcome Week Leader (WWL) may need to change<br />
something at the last minute. Learn to go with the flow!<br />
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Free-Time Activities<br />
While You’re in Coffman:<br />
• Pick up your U-Pass at the Information Desk if you purchased one online. It allows you to ride Metro Transit buses.<br />
• Stop by the Tech Stop (located on the 1st floor) if you have any questions about campus technology,<br />
accessing internet connections, or resolving computer problems.<br />
While Online, Check Out:<br />
• Welcome Week on Facebook http://z.umn.edu/wwfacebook <strong>and</strong> Twitter @ofypUMN. Don’t forget to use your<br />
class hashtag #gopher16.<br />
• Kick It! activities on myu.umn.edu – you may win some prizes!<br />
• Scholarships for which you, specifically, are eligible: scholarships.umn.edu.<br />
• Grad Planner to help you map your next four years: plan.umn.edu.<br />
• Engage! Search to find out how to get involved: engage.umn.edu.<br />
• It All Adds Up campaign at www.umn.edu/italladdsup <strong>and</strong> take the energy conservation pledge.<br />
• The U of M Strengths site at strengths.umn.edu to learn more about utilizing your strengths.<br />
Work out at the Rec Center on the East Bank:<br />
Tuesday, August 28 – Friday, August 31: 5:45 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.<br />
Saturday, September 1:<br />
Sunday, September 2:<br />
Monday, September 3:<br />
8:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.<br />
11:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.<br />
12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.<br />
U of M Bookstores Hours<br />
Stop by the U of M Bookstores - at Coffman (CMU) <strong>and</strong> the St. Paul Student Center (SPSC) - during Welcome Week<br />
<strong>and</strong> beat the upperclassmen to the stacks! Check out the many text options available to you including new, used,<br />
ebooks <strong>and</strong> rentals. Visit us online at http://www.bookstores.umn.edu/textbooks/searchbooks.html to create<br />
your personalized reading list <strong>and</strong> to view your text options.<br />
Wednesday, August 29 CMU: 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. SPSC: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.<br />
Thursday, August 30 CMU: 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. SPSC: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.<br />
Friday, August 31 CMU: 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. SPSC: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.<br />
Saturday, September 1 CMU: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. SPSC: Closed<br />
Sunday, September 2 CMU: 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. SPSC: Closed<br />
Monday, September 3 CMU: 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. SPSC: Closed<br />
Anytime<br />
Ask your Welcome Week Leader (WWL) to help you <strong>and</strong> your group members find your classroom locations.<br />
Stay connected to friends <strong>and</strong> family – send a text message or email.<br />
Introduce yourself to your <strong>Community</strong> Advisor (CA) in your residence hall or meet some people at the<br />
Commuter Connection, located in 236 CMU (hours may vary).<br />
Meals<br />
Breakfast - On your own<br />
Lunch - On your own<br />
Dinner - 5:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.<br />
* See your personal schedule for dining locations.<br />
Reminders<br />
• Make sure to be on time for your Kick-Off<br />
Meeting: it’s the first time that you will meet<br />
your group <strong>and</strong> your WWLs!<br />
• The Target Run is a great way to pick up any<br />
of the things that you may have forgotten to<br />
bring to campus.<br />
Today’s <strong>Events</strong>:<br />
Welcome Week Check-in<br />
Kick-Off Meeting<br />
<strong>Residence</strong> <strong>Hall</strong><br />
<strong>Community</strong> <strong>Events</strong><br />
Target Run<br />
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Kick-Off Day Event Schedule<br />
Welcome Week Check-In<br />
• This is the first step to Welcome Week!<br />
• Check-in occurs in the Great <strong>Hall</strong> of CMU or Bailey <strong>Hall</strong> Lobby. You will receive your personalized schedule,<br />
h<strong>and</strong>book, nametag, cinch bag, water bottle, <strong>and</strong> other materials needed for the week.<br />
• If you haven’t received your college shirt, be sure to find out how to do that at check-in.<br />
Kick-Off Meeting<br />
• This is an opportunity for you to meet your small group members <strong>and</strong> WWLs, start making friends, <strong>and</strong> learn<br />
expectations for the week from your WWLs.<br />
• You will be with this group throughout the week, so be sure to exchange names <strong>and</strong> contact information.<br />
• Each Welcome Week group will be assigned a group meeting spot (GMS) to make sure it is easy<br />
to find each other.<br />
• See the personalized schedule you received at check-in for your assigned location.<br />
Kick-Off Meeting Departure<br />
Group Meeting Location Meeting Times Escort Transportation<br />
Commuter/Off Campus CMU - Front Plaza 4:00 p.m. - 4:15 p.m. WWLs Walking<br />
Bailey Bailey <strong>Hall</strong> - Upper Lobby 7:00 p.m. - 7:15 p.m. CAs Walking<br />
Middlebrook Middlebrook Breezeway 7:00 p.m. - 7:15 p.m. CAs Walking<br />
Other Res. <strong>Hall</strong>s/<br />
Res. Apartments<br />
In front of building 7:00 p.m. - 7:15 p.m. CAs Walking<br />
<strong>Residence</strong> <strong>Hall</strong> <strong>Community</strong> <strong>Events</strong><br />
• Get settled <strong>and</strong> start meeting people in your residence hall, including your CAs.<br />
• Each residence hall will have activities planned for a night of relaxation <strong>and</strong> meeting new people.<br />
• Look for specific details in your building or talk to your CA to see what activities are planned.<br />
Target Run (Sponsored by Housing & Residential Life <strong>and</strong> <strong>Orientation</strong> & <strong>First</strong>-<strong>Year</strong> Programs)<br />
Forget something Do you have enough hangers Snacks Want to coordinate any purchases for your<br />
room or apartment with a friend or roommate The Target Run is a perfect opportunity for you to pick up<br />
last-minute items, meet new students, <strong>and</strong> have a good time! Take one of the provided buses to Targetit’s<br />
the place to be!<br />
Target Run Departure<br />
Group Buses depart from <strong>First</strong> bus to Target<br />
departs at<br />
Last bus to Target<br />
departs at<br />
Middlebrook 21st Ave. S. at 4th St. S. 10:00 p.m. 11:50 p.m.<br />
Sanford/Wilkins/Dinkytown University Ave. in front of Sanford 10:00 p.m. 11:50 p.m.<br />
University Village 4th St. SE at 25th Ave. SE 10:00 p.m. 11:50 p.m.<br />
Comstock/Yudof West side of Comstock <strong>Hall</strong> on the East River Road 10:00 p.m. 11:50 p.m.<br />
Bailey Buford Ave. in front of SPSC 10:00 p.m. 11:50 p.m.<br />
Superblock Oak St. SE in front of Territorial/Frontier <strong>Hall</strong>s 10:00 p.m. 11:50 p.m.<br />
Commuters/Off Campus Any of the above bus locations 10:00 p.m. 11:50 p.m.<br />
Dinner<br />
• Eat dinner before your Kick-Off Meeting if you live in a residence hall. Please follow the time listed on your<br />
personalized schedule.<br />
• If you’re a commuter or you live off campus you’ll eat dinner after your Kick-Off Meeting with your group <strong>and</strong><br />
WWLs. Be sure to bring your U Card with you.<br />
• The Commuter Connection student group will be at the Commuter Kick-Off Dinner. Sign up for prizes to be<br />
awarded on Friday at Free Bowling & Billiards for Commuters.<br />
Quick Note from<br />
<strong>Orientation</strong> & <strong>First</strong>-<strong>Year</strong> Programs:<br />
It is natural to feel homesick, even if you have<br />
spent time away from home previously. Give<br />
yourself some time to adjust to your new<br />
surroundings. Homesickness is a temporary feeling<br />
for most students. Talk to your CA, your academic<br />
adviser, or campus employer for assistance.<br />
Call or e-mail home but avoid getting into<br />
the habit of going home every weekend.<br />
This is especially important during the<br />
beginning of the school year.<br />
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Security Monitor Program: 624-WALK<br />
Remember how the “Buddy System” kept you safe on all those field trips<br />
That’s where we come in.<br />
College Day!<br />
How it works:<br />
1. Call (612)-624-WALK (or 4-WALK from any campus phone) with your name, pickup location, <strong>and</strong><br />
destination to arrange for a walking escort.<br />
2. A trained, uniformed, Student Security Monitor will meet you at your location <strong>and</strong> walk with you to<br />
your destination.<br />
For more information:<br />
Visit our website at: www.umn.edu/police/escort.html<br />
Email us at: escort@umn.edu<br />
Meals<br />
Breakfast - 7:00 a.m.–8:30 a.m.<br />
Lunch - 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.<br />
Dinner - 5:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.<br />
* See your personal schedule for dining locations.<br />
Reminders<br />
• Make sure to bring your U Card to all<br />
activities this day.<br />
• Wear your College T-shirt today!<br />
• For Convocation you will be sitting with<br />
your college.<br />
• You might not be seeing your group very<br />
much today, so be sure to check in with<br />
other members <strong>and</strong> see how their day went.<br />
• For the Jermaine Davis event, you will be<br />
sitting with your group.<br />
Today’s <strong>Events</strong>:<br />
New Student Convocation<br />
College Day Activities<br />
Jermaine Davis Keynote<br />
Fun Zone<br />
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College Day Event Schedule<br />
Breakfast<br />
College Day Activities <strong>and</strong> Lunch*<br />
• Make sure to eat breakfast in your designated location.<br />
• Each college has planned a day of activities. For descriptions see pages 15-17.<br />
• Commuters/Off-Campus groups: Check your personalized schedule to see if you signed up for this meal.<br />
• The activities will showcase opportunities that are a part of each college <strong>and</strong> will show you real-world<br />
applications of what you will learn at the U of M.<br />
College Day!<br />
Convocation // Mariucci Arena<br />
• New Student Convocation is your official start to Welcome Week.<br />
• President Eric W. Kaler will welcome you as the Class of 2016 <strong>and</strong> you will learn about<br />
campus traditions <strong>and</strong> history. You will also hear from a recent alumna, a faculty<br />
member, <strong>and</strong> show your Gopher pride.<br />
• Turn to pages 12-13 for the Convocation Program.<br />
• For CEHD, CSE, CLA this is the first day of class!<br />
• Be sure to wear your college T-shirt if you have one!<br />
• If you are in CLA you will need your U Card to get into lunch. All other colleges will use meal tickets.<br />
* Beverages sponsored by the Office for Student Affairs.<br />
Dinner<br />
College Day!<br />
• When you get there, be sure to sit with your college <strong>and</strong> make sure that you enter through<br />
the East Lobby Entrance (Oak Street, across from TCF Bank Stadium).<br />
Please follow your assigned dining time on your personalized schedule to avoid waiting in line.<br />
• Be sure to bring your U Card!<br />
Convocation Departure<br />
Group Meeting Location Meeting Times Escort Transportation<br />
Bailey Bailey <strong>Hall</strong> Upper Lobby 8:45 a.m.-9:15 a.m. (every 15 minutes) CAs Shuttle Bus<br />
Middlebrook Middlebrook Breezeway 8:30 a.m.-9:00 a.m. CAs Walking<br />
Commuter/Off campus GMS 8:45 a.m.-9:15 a.m. WWLs Walking<br />
Other Res. <strong>Hall</strong>/<br />
Res. Apartments<br />
In front of building 8:45 a.m.-9:15 a.m. CAs Walking<br />
Convocation Seating Assignments<br />
College Seating Location<br />
CLA Sections 7-10 & 16-19<br />
CBS Section 14<br />
CEHD Section 15<br />
CDes Section 13<br />
CSE Sections 11 & 12<br />
CSOM Floor Front (F1)<br />
CFANS Floor Back (F2)<br />
Mariucci Arena<br />
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11-12<br />
14<br />
15<br />
F2<br />
7-10<br />
F1<br />
16-19<br />
STAGE<br />
Quick Note about Cyberbullying:<br />
One instance of online bullying or victimization can last a<br />
lifetime. It starts on a phone or a computer, but spreads to friends<br />
<strong>and</strong> family - <strong>and</strong> beyond - in less than one second.<br />
Bullying often involves byst<strong>and</strong>ers, <strong>and</strong> the incidents usually are<br />
not isolated. You can report bias you experience on campus:<br />
diversity.umn.edu/eoaa/aboutreporting<br />
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Convocation Program 2012<br />
About Our Speakers <strong>and</strong> Musicians<br />
College Day!<br />
The University of Minnesota’s official welcome to the Class of 2016 <strong>and</strong> a celebration<br />
of University tradition <strong>and</strong> a spirit of academic excellence <strong>and</strong> community.<br />
Did U Know<br />
Slideshow about the University<br />
Welcome <strong>and</strong> Academic Procession (please st<strong>and</strong>)<br />
National Anthem (please remain st<strong>and</strong>ing)<br />
Professor Philip Zawisza, School of Music<br />
Message to the Class of 2016<br />
President Eric W. Kaler<br />
Advice to the Class of 2016<br />
Brittany Resch, Class of 2012<br />
Meet the Faculty<br />
Professor Mark Seeley, Department of Soil, Water, <strong>and</strong> Climate<br />
Professor Tim Diem, School of Music<br />
Academic Recession<br />
Announcements <strong>and</strong> Dismissal<br />
Jenny Porter, <strong>Orientation</strong> & <strong>First</strong>-<strong>Year</strong> Programs<br />
Philip Zawisza<br />
A native of Niles, Michigan, <strong>and</strong> graduate of the Interlochen Arts Academy, Philip Zawisza completed his<br />
master’s degree at Indiana University with Nicola Rossi-Lemeni, <strong>and</strong> began his solo career with the Santa Fe<br />
Opera <strong>and</strong> the Lyric Opera of Chicago on radio <strong>and</strong> television PBS broadcasts. A renowned opera singer<br />
<strong>and</strong> song recitalist, Zawisza has performed throughout the United States, Austria, Switzerl<strong>and</strong>, Germany,<br />
Spain, <strong>and</strong> France. He is currently an Assistant Professor of Voice at the University of Minnesota, <strong>and</strong> recently<br />
performed at Carnegie <strong>Hall</strong> with Professor Paul Shaw.<br />
President Eric W. Kaler<br />
Eric W. Kaler assumed office as the 16th president of the University of Minnesota on July 1, 2011. Prior to<br />
that, he served as provost <strong>and</strong> senior vice president for academic affairs <strong>and</strong> vice president for Brookhaven<br />
National Laboratory affairs at Stony Brook University in Stony Brook, New York. President Kaler received<br />
his undergraduate degree from the California Institute of Technology <strong>and</strong> his Ph.D. in chemical engineering<br />
from the University of Minnesota. As president, he is committed to academic excellence <strong>and</strong> access to the<br />
University for all qualified students.<br />
Brittany Resch<br />
Brittany Resch graduated magna cum laude in 2012 with a major in Global Studies <strong>and</strong> a minor in Finnish.<br />
Originally from Birnamwood, Wisconsin, Brittany began her undergraduate career with an internship at the<br />
Minnesota State Senate, <strong>and</strong> continued to hold various internships around the Twin Cities throughout the next<br />
four years. She was also an active member of the CLA Ambassadors, a diverse leadership group representing<br />
the College of Liberal Arts on campus <strong>and</strong> in the community. A summer course called The Civil Rights<br />
Movement: A History <strong>and</strong> Consequences inspired Brittany to focus her studies on issues of social justice <strong>and</strong><br />
human rights. She has been working at the United States Attorney’s Office as a student clerk for two years,<br />
<strong>and</strong> she is excited to continue her work there as she prepares to begin her first year at the University<br />
of Minnesota Law School this fall.<br />
College Day!<br />
Mark Seeley<br />
Mark Seeley is a Professor in the Department of Soil, Water, <strong>and</strong> Climate at the University of Minnesota.<br />
He serves as an extension climatologist <strong>and</strong> meteorologist, coordinating weather <strong>and</strong> climate educational<br />
programs with the National Weather Service, the Minnesota State Climatology Office, <strong>and</strong> other state agencies.<br />
He is also active in the National Oceanic <strong>and</strong> Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Climate Literacy Program,<br />
<strong>and</strong> has traveled around the United States <strong>and</strong> to the United Kingdom for his work. Dr. Seeley has also been<br />
a weekly commentator on Minnesota Public Radio’s Morning Edition news program since 1992.<br />
Timothy Diem<br />
Timothy Diem, School of Music, is entering his 13th year of teaching at the University of Minnesota <strong>and</strong> his<br />
eighth year as the Director of the Marching B<strong>and</strong>. Diem, a native of Delano, Minnesota, oversees all Athletic<br />
B<strong>and</strong> activities at the U <strong>and</strong> also works with the University <strong>and</strong> Campus B<strong>and</strong>s.<br />
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Jermaine Davis // Mariucci Arena<br />
Sponsored by Auxiliary Services<br />
Mariucci Arena<br />
<strong>Residence</strong> <strong>Hall</strong> <strong>Community</strong> <strong>Events</strong><br />
College Day!<br />
• Jermaine is described as “an authentic <strong>and</strong> real<br />
person” who underst<strong>and</strong>s the obstacles <strong>and</strong> frustrations<br />
individuals can encounter on their journey throughout life.<br />
• Jermaine can address challenges realistically because<br />
he has faced <strong>and</strong> overcome some of life’s toughest<br />
challenges.<br />
• He will provide you with practical strategies <strong>and</strong> lots of<br />
fun to help you make the most of your college experience<br />
<strong>and</strong> make it your own.<br />
• Be sure to bring your U Card!<br />
7-10<br />
11-12<br />
13<br />
F2<br />
F1<br />
STAGE<br />
14<br />
15<br />
16-19<br />
• Each residence hall will have specific activities planned for a night of relaxation <strong>and</strong> meeting new people.<br />
• Look for details in your building or talk to your CA. Possible examples might include a Rock B<strong>and</strong>/karaoke<br />
night, a scavenger hunt, or a paper airplane contest!<br />
College Day Event Descriptions<br />
Carlson School of Management (CSOM) // Carlson Atrium/Hanson <strong>Hall</strong><br />
• Join your classmates for a welcome lunch in the Carlson Atrium.<br />
College Day!<br />
Jermaine Departure<br />
• Break into small groups with your Carlson Crew Leader for an interactive team building project.<br />
• Grab some ice cream <strong>and</strong> hear from current Carlson students about “Carlson As We Know It”.<br />
Group Meeting Location Meeting Times Escort Transportation<br />
Bailey Bailey <strong>Hall</strong> Upper Lobby 7:30 p.m.-7:45 p.m. CAs Shuttle Bus<br />
Middlebrook Middlebrook Breezeway 7:30 p.m.-7:45 p.m. CAs Walking<br />
Commuter/ off campus GMS 8:00 p.m. WWLs Walking<br />
Other Res. <strong>Hall</strong>/<br />
Res. Apartments<br />
In front of building 7:45 p.m.–8:00 p.m. CAs Walking<br />
College of Biological Sciences (CBS) // McNamara Alumni Center<br />
• Start your first year on the right foot <strong>and</strong> build connections with your peers.<br />
• Learn strategies for your academic <strong>and</strong> personal success.<br />
• Explore campus to learn about resources <strong>and</strong> research labs using SCVNGR. The keyword is: CBS.<br />
Jermaine Seating Assignments<br />
• Hear from current CBS students about their college journey.<br />
• Remember to wear comfortable footwear, as you will be out <strong>and</strong> about exploring campus!<br />
Group Seating Location Group Seating Location<br />
Frontier Section 14 & 15 Comstock & UV Floor Back (F2)<br />
College of Design (CDes) // Rapson <strong>Hall</strong><br />
Territorial Floor Front 1 (F1) Pioneer Section 16 & 17<br />
Middlebrook Section 10 & 11 Centennial Section 12 & 13<br />
Sanford Section 12 Commuter/Off Campus Section 17, 18 & 19<br />
Bailey Section 8 & 9 Wilkins, Yudof Section 15<br />
Connect…<br />
with College of Design faculty, staff, <strong>and</strong> students.<br />
with local design professionals.<br />
with each other.<br />
Collaborate…<br />
Fun Zone // University Fieldhouse<br />
Sponsored by Recreational Sports, Student Unions & Activities, Intercollegiate Athletics, <strong>and</strong> Be Greek<br />
• Try your h<strong>and</strong> at Rock B<strong>and</strong>, air volleyball, laser tag, lawn games <strong>and</strong> more!<br />
• Put on your dancing shoes <strong>and</strong> join hundreds of your classmates in the Cha Cha slide.<br />
• Watch the Gophers take on the University of Nevada-Las Vegas in the opening game of the 2012 football season.<br />
• Come get a bite to eat, receive giveaways (while supplies last), watch your classmates participate in fun activities<br />
or just hang out with the rest of the Class of 2016.<br />
to solve a design challenge.<br />
to begin creating your network of friends.<br />
to learn about your personal strengths <strong>and</strong> those of your classmates.<br />
Create…<br />
a design community.<br />
a better underst<strong>and</strong>ing of your individual strengths.<br />
a unique acoustic experience.<br />
• Free food provided by Jimmy John’s <strong>and</strong> Qdoba.<br />
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College Day!<br />
College of Education & Human Development (CEHD) // CMU/Burton <strong>Hall</strong><br />
• We’ll start our college activities with lunch in Coffman Memorial Union.<br />
• <strong>First</strong>, you’ll receive your CEHD iPad <strong>and</strong> will learn how it can <strong>and</strong> will be used during your time in CEHD.<br />
Next, you’ll get to connect with CEHD Student Services staff to learn more about your Strengths <strong>and</strong> start<br />
to get to know your new classmates.<br />
• You will then have the chance to jump start your first semester with your first day of class for<br />
PSTL 1525W/V. You will meet your instructor <strong>and</strong> get a brief introduction to what you can expect<br />
from the class throughout the semester.<br />
• We’ll end our day together at the CEHD Block Party (in front of Burton <strong>Hall</strong>) for music, games, <strong>and</strong> dinner.<br />
Get ready for some fun!<br />
College of Food, Agricultural <strong>and</strong> Natural Resource Sciences<br />
(CFANS) // St. Paul Student Center (SPSC)<br />
• Following a brief welcome by the Dean in the St. Paul Student Center (SPSC) Theater, lunch will be served.<br />
Over lunch you’ll chat with professors, staff, alumni, <strong>and</strong> students to get answers to your questions about<br />
being a new CFANS student <strong>and</strong> making a successful transition to college life.<br />
• During the afternoon’s St. Paul Amazing Race competition, you’ll join a team of other first-year students <strong>and</strong><br />
explore campus to learn more about its resources, locate different facilities, get introduced to faculty research<br />
through “CFANS in the News” sessions, <strong>and</strong> participate in team challenges connected to CFANS <strong>and</strong> St. Paul<br />
campus traditions.<br />
• You’ll meet with faculty <strong>and</strong> other new students in your major before the Awards Ceremony at the end of the day,<br />
after which you’ll travel back home for dinner <strong>and</strong> evening programming with your Welcome Week group.<br />
College of Science & Engineering (CSE) // Mariucci Arena<br />
• Lunch will be provided in the Mariucci Arena Concourse <strong>and</strong> plaza.<br />
• Associate Dean Paul Strykowski will offer an introduction to the Freshman-<strong>Year</strong> Experience Course<br />
(CSE 1001H) in Mariucci Arena. This class which will focus on the intersection of academic excellence,<br />
personal growth, academic integrity <strong>and</strong> ethics, team work, project-based activities, student engagement<br />
opportunities, <strong>and</strong> career services.<br />
• Learn about the Innovation Project options for CSE 1001 introduced by Prof. Paul Imbertson.<br />
• Student leaders <strong>and</strong> officers will share stories of personal development available through student group<br />
participation, internship opportunities, leadership, study abroad, <strong>and</strong> research opportunities - all of the<br />
secrets to future success. These student panels will be held in the Coffman Union Theater.<br />
• Connect with your <strong>First</strong>-<strong>Year</strong> Experience instructor, teaching assistant <strong>and</strong> classmates in the first class meeting.<br />
• Meet members of many student organizations such as the Science & Engineering Student Board, the Society<br />
of Women Engineers, Society of Hispanic Engineers, Active Energy Club <strong>and</strong> Institute of Electrical <strong>and</strong> Electronics<br />
Engineers who will be sponsoring an ice cream social - prizes will be given. Must be present to win!<br />
College of Liberal Arts (CLA) // Northrop Mall, Northrop Auditorium, <strong>and</strong> Various Campus Classrooms<br />
Lunch <strong>and</strong> Organization Fair<br />
Lunch will be served on Northrop Plaza. Enjoy the Mall area while you meet up with students in your FYE section,<br />
learn about CLA-centric student organizations, <strong>and</strong> connect with other CLA resources. In the event of inclement<br />
weather, lunch <strong>and</strong> the organization fair will be held in the Fieldhouse.<br />
Where do you go after lunch Please refer to the personalized agenda you received at Welcome<br />
Week check-in for your schedule <strong>and</strong> room locations. Here are some more details regarding the<br />
sessions you will attend:<br />
The <strong>First</strong>-<strong>Year</strong> Experience<br />
Welcome to class!! Whether it is CLA 1001, 1005, or<br />
1001H, all CLA students will be participating in CLA’s<br />
<strong>First</strong>-<strong>Year</strong> Experience. In this session, you will attend<br />
your first day of class for The <strong>First</strong>-<strong>Year</strong> Experience.<br />
You will connect with your Program Assistant (PA) <strong>and</strong><br />
your fellow classmates to learn about class goals,<br />
review the semester plan, <strong>and</strong> log into Moodle. You<br />
will also spend some time getting to know everyone<br />
in your class, so you can begin to create a successful<br />
start to your first-year experience!!<br />
The Common Reading <strong>and</strong> U<br />
Now that you <strong>and</strong> all other CLA first-year<br />
studencts have received a copy of the common<br />
reading, let’s bring it to life through the eyes<br />
of our faculty. In this session, you will hear our<br />
dynamic faculty discuss “Never Let Me Go” (by<br />
Kazuo Ishiguro) in terms of their discipline <strong>and</strong><br />
academic interests. Each session will have a<br />
focus related to your course theme to help you<br />
apply the book to your interests.<br />
CLA Information Table: Questions Need clarification Visit the CLA College Day Info Table on<br />
Northrop Plaza in front of Johnston <strong>Hall</strong>.<br />
Experience CLA! Details<br />
You’ll work with a group of students to accomplish Experience CLA!, a CLA-centered scavenger hunt<br />
powered by SCVNGR. The Experience CLA! keyword is: CLA<br />
How to Play SCVNGR<br />
SCVNGR is a mobile scavenger hunt game. If your College is using SCVNGR during College Day,<br />
follow these instructions to get started <strong>and</strong> play.<br />
• If you are playing in a group, choose somebody from your group who is willing to use their mobile<br />
phone <strong>and</strong> has a text message package that will accommodate 30 or 40 text messages (st<strong>and</strong>ard<br />
text message rates will apply).<br />
• Text the keyword to 728647. Your college will tell you what keyword to use.<br />
• You will receive text message instructions of where to go <strong>and</strong> what to do!<br />
• If you have a smartphone, you may also download the “SCVNGR” app from your app store.<br />
• Make sure to stay on your College Day Schedule.<br />
Have fun!<br />
College Day!<br />
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Top Ten Reasons to Study a Second Language<br />
1. Research shows that knowledge of other languages boosts your underst<strong>and</strong>ing of languages in general <strong>and</strong><br />
enables you to use your native language more effectively.<br />
2. Play Words With Friends with players from across the world.<br />
3. Knowledge of a foreign language will allow you to compare <strong>and</strong> contrast cultures. Learning a language is not<br />
just learning about its pronunciation, grammar <strong>and</strong> vocabulary; it is learning to see the world, including your own<br />
culture, as the other culture sees it.<br />
4. Impress your date; order the sushi in Japanese.<br />
5. Any travel experience will be largely shaped by your ability or inability to see beyond the surface of the<br />
culture. If you’d like to stray from the tourist centers <strong>and</strong> explore the real country, consider learning the language.<br />
6. With 1 of 6 U.S. jobs tied to international trade, there is a high dem<strong>and</strong> for workforce with language skills<br />
<strong>and</strong> international expertise.<br />
7. A person competent in other languages can bridge the gap between cultures, contribute to international<br />
diplomacy, <strong>and</strong> promote national security <strong>and</strong> world peace.<br />
U of M Day!<br />
8. Not planning on majoring in a language You can exp<strong>and</strong> your edcuational opportunities in your major<br />
program by studying a foreign language. Knowing a second language allows you access to more materials,<br />
scholars, internships <strong>and</strong> grants in your chosen field of study.<br />
9. Knowing another language <strong>and</strong> culture gives you the opportunity to see yourself <strong>and</strong> your own culture from<br />
an outside perspective. Contact with other languages <strong>and</strong> cultures gives you the unique opportunity to step<br />
outside your familiar scope of existence <strong>and</strong> view your culture’s customs, traditions, <strong>and</strong> norms as well as your<br />
own value system through the eyes of others.<br />
10. Here’s a riddle... What do you call a person who speaks two languages Bilingual. And what do you call a<br />
person who speaks one language American. While only 9% of Americans speak both their native language<br />
<strong>and</strong> another language fluently, 50% of Europeans are fully bilingual. Be prepared to compete in the global<br />
marketplace: Be one of the 9%.<br />
All students have the opportunity to study a second language. The following languages are offered at<br />
the University of Minnesota <strong>and</strong> are available for all students:<br />
Akkadian<br />
American Sign Language<br />
Arabic<br />
Chinese - Classical<br />
Chinese - Modern<br />
Coptic<br />
Dakota<br />
Dutch<br />
Finnish<br />
French<br />
German<br />
Greek – Classical<br />
Greek – Modern<br />
Hebrew – Biblical<br />
Hebrew – Modern<br />
Hindi/Urdu<br />
Hmong<br />
Icel<strong>and</strong>ic – Old Norse<br />
Icel<strong>and</strong>ic – Modern<br />
Italian<br />
Japanese – Classical<br />
Japanese – Modern<br />
Korean<br />
Latin<br />
Norwegian<br />
Ojibwe<br />
Polish<br />
Portuguese<br />
Russian<br />
Sanskrit<br />
Somali<br />
Spanish<br />
Swahili<br />
Swedish<br />
Ugaritic<br />
(Note: The College of Liberal Arts considers language study to be a cornerstone of a well-rounded education. Most, but not<br />
all, of the languages listed above are available to complete CLA’s second language requirement. Please consult with your<br />
academic adviser as you make plans for your degree.)<br />
Meals<br />
Breakfast – 7:00 a.m.–9:00 a.m.<br />
Lunch – 10:30 a.m.–2:00 p.m.<br />
Dinner – 5:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.<br />
* See your personal schedule for dining locations.<br />
Reminders<br />
• Check the weather!<br />
You may need an umbrella.<br />
• Wear comfortable shoes:<br />
You’ll be walking a lot.<br />
• Bring your U Card so you can get access<br />
to today’s events!<br />
• Don’t wear high heels to Pride & Spirit:<br />
You will not be allowed on the field if you do.<br />
Today’s <strong>Events</strong>:<br />
U of M Day Rotations<br />
Free Bowling & Billiards<br />
for Commuters<br />
Pride & Spirit<br />
Gophers After Dark<br />
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U of M Day Event Schedule<br />
Breakfast<br />
Pride & Spirit Departure<br />
• Make sure to eat breakfast in your designated location.<br />
• Commuters/Off-Campus groups: Check your personalized schedule to see if you signed up for this meal.<br />
Group Meeting Location Meeting Times Escort Transportation<br />
Commuters/Off campus GMS 7:30 p.m. WWLs Walking<br />
Bailey Bailey Upper Lobby 7:30 p.m. CAs Shuttle Bus<br />
U of M Day Exploration<br />
• Have you been to the East Bank yet How about the West Bank Be honest, have you been to<br />
the St. Paul campus Today is your day to explore the entire U of M campus <strong>and</strong> learn about<br />
available resources.<br />
• You will explore campus with your WWLs <strong>and</strong> small group, so be sure to meet them at the<br />
designated times to travel to each campus.<br />
• You will eat lunch with your small group at the Class of 2016 Cookout.<br />
• Descriptions of events <strong>and</strong> sessions you’ll attend on each bank can be found on pages 22–28.<br />
• You will need your U Card for the Class of 2016 Cookout <strong>and</strong> Respect U.<br />
Middlebrook Breezeway 7:30 p.m. CAs Walking<br />
Other Res. <strong>Hall</strong>s/<br />
Res. Apartments<br />
In front of building 7:30 p.m. CAs Walking<br />
Gophers After Dark // CMU<br />
Sponsored by Student Unions & Activities<br />
U of M Day!<br />
Dinner<br />
Please follow your assigned dining time on your personalized schedule to avoid waiting in line.<br />
Gophers After Dark is a U of M tradition that features free, or low-cost, weekend programming such as films,<br />
comedians, entertainment <strong>and</strong> activities for students in Coffman Union <strong>and</strong> the St. Paul Student Center.<br />
• Hypnotist, Dr. Jim W<strong>and</strong> (sponsored by Housing & Residential Life): Great <strong>Hall</strong><br />
• Private Screening of 21 Jump Street: Theater<br />
• Free Concert featuring Red Daughters: Whole Music Club<br />
• Tie Dye T-shirts presented by the Minnesota Daily: Riverbend Plaza<br />
• Caricature Artists: Art Gallery<br />
• Free Bowling <strong>and</strong> more: Goldy’s Gameroom<br />
• Henna Tattoos, Balloon Twisting, Glitter Tattoos, <strong>and</strong> Face Painting: Roaming<br />
• Photo Booth: Fireplace Lounge<br />
• Purchase season tickets for your favorite Gopher Sports: Fireplace Lounge<br />
• Free Food (while supplies last):<br />
Nacho Bar: Corridor, Cube, <strong>and</strong> Whole Music Club<br />
Sundae Bar: Goldy’s Gameroom<br />
Decorate Your Own Cupcakes<br />
Corn Roast: Riverbend Plaza<br />
U of M Day!<br />
Free Bowling & Billiards for Commuters // CMU, Goldy’s Gameroom<br />
Sponsored by the Commuter Connection<br />
• Hosted by the Commuter Connection, this event will allow commuter students to connect with one another<br />
before attending Pride & Spirit.<br />
• Remember signing up for prizes at the Commuter Kick-Off Dinner This is your chance to win them!<br />
Must be present to win.<br />
Pride & Spirit // TCF Bank Stadium<br />
Sponsored by Intercollegiate Athletics<br />
• Pride & Spirit will be your chance to learn all the cheers, chants, <strong>and</strong> songs that make the U of M unique<br />
on game days. You will get to see TCF Bank Stadium <strong>and</strong> have your picture taken on the field for the<br />
Class of 2016 Photo.<br />
• Football Coach Jerry Kill, the Spirit Squad, the U of M Marching B<strong>and</strong>, <strong>and</strong> Goldy Gopher will all be there<br />
to help you celebrate your first week as a Golden Gopher.<br />
• You will be going on the actual field, so no high heels are allowed. Also, no bags or water bottles are<br />
allowed in the stadium.<br />
• Your name tag <strong>and</strong> U Card are necessary to get into the event.<br />
• Arrive early to get your fan photos on the big screen.<br />
<strong>Residence</strong> <strong>Hall</strong> <strong>Community</strong> <strong>Events</strong><br />
• Each residence hall will have specific activities planned for a night of relaxing <strong>and</strong> meeting new people.<br />
• Look for specific details in your building or talk to your CA. Some activities may include a fondue party,<br />
Dance Dance Revolution, <strong>and</strong> a room decorating contest.<br />
Quick Note from One Stop<br />
Take the easy money. Always complete your Free<br />
Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).<br />
Exhaust all other financial aid options before<br />
turning to more expensive private loan programs.<br />
Learn more at http://z.umn.edu/LLASfinaid.<br />
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U of M Day Event Descriptions<br />
Required Sessions<br />
Live Like a Student // CMU-Theater, SPSC-Theater<br />
Presented by One Stop Student Services<br />
East Bank Activities<br />
Recreation Center Open House // Minneapolis Recreation <strong>and</strong> Wellness Center<br />
Hosted by Recreational Sports<br />
Welcome to the college lifestyle! As a student, you can expect to get better acquainted<br />
with life on limited means. This session will discuss budgeting, student loans, credit<br />
cards, free <strong>and</strong> low-cost activities, valuable resources for managing your finances, <strong>and</strong><br />
tools to help you find a job on campus. We’ll help you get creative <strong>and</strong> find ways to<br />
enjoy life on a student budget.<br />
Get active <strong>and</strong> have some fun at the Recreation & Wellness Center! Rec Sports offers some of the best<br />
programs <strong>and</strong> services to help students discover new interests while staying active <strong>and</strong> connecting with<br />
friends. Take in a group fitness class, shoot some hoops, go bouldering, or take a sneak peek at the new Rec<br />
Center expansion (coming in 2013). Follow @UMNRec for news, updates, <strong>and</strong> free Welcome Week prizes!<br />
U of M Day!<br />
Making Strengths S.T.I.C.K. // Willey <strong>Hall</strong><br />
Presented by the Office for Student Engagement<br />
You’re at the U but what does that have to do with Woo Prior to Welcome Week you took StrengthsFinder®<br />
<strong>and</strong> received your Top 5 Talent Themes. This fun <strong>and</strong> interactive session will give you a chance to learn more<br />
about the Strengths approach <strong>and</strong> how making them S.T.I.C.K. (through Skills, Time, Intention, <strong>Community</strong> <strong>and</strong><br />
Knowledge) can help you create a meaningful <strong>and</strong> successful “U” experience. See pages 56-59 for a list of all<br />
34 Talent Themes.<br />
Class of 2016 Cookout* // CMU-Great <strong>Hall</strong>, SPSC-Northstar Ballroom<br />
Join your fellow classmates for a delicious meal served by university volunteers <strong>and</strong> Housing &<br />
Residential Life <strong>Community</strong> Advisors. The Class of 2016 Cookout will be held on the East Bank <strong>and</strong> on the St.<br />
Paul campus; your Welcome Week Leader(s) will lead you to your small group’s assigned location. You will<br />
need your U Card to get into the cookout!<br />
The University of Minnesota’s Recycling Program thanks you for participating in one of the many zero-waste<br />
events held on our campus each year. Zero-waste means that all of the products being used at this lunch are<br />
either bio-degradable <strong>and</strong> will be composted, or recyclable <strong>and</strong> will be sorted at our on-campus facilities. The<br />
recycling containers on campus are color-coded for ease of use; maroon is for cans <strong>and</strong> bottles, gold is for<br />
newspaper <strong>and</strong> other recyclable papers, <strong>and</strong> gray is for strictly office paper.<br />
*Beverages provided by the Office for Student Affairs.<br />
Respect U // University Fieldhouse<br />
Learn what it takes to “Respect U” <strong>and</strong> your University! This event will expose you to critical<br />
issues that are important to your student body.<br />
Faith, Spirituality, <strong>and</strong> Meaning in College<br />
Interfaith Campus Coalition<br />
Respectful questions of faith <strong>and</strong> spirituality will<br />
be posed for students to respond to <strong>and</strong> Interfaith<br />
Campus Coalition staff will be available to engage<br />
students in dialogue as desired.<br />
Breaking Barriers<br />
International Student Scholar Services<br />
Break the walls between people you might<br />
think are very different from you, <strong>and</strong> instead<br />
build long-lasting friendships with your peers<br />
from diverse backgrounds!<br />
Finding Balance<br />
Provost’s Committee on Mental Health<br />
Stop by <strong>and</strong> learn how to manage stress <strong>and</strong> find<br />
balance in college.<br />
Student Conduct Code Jeopardy<br />
Office for Student Conduct & Academic Integrity<br />
Join us for an engaging way to learn more about<br />
the University’s Student Conduct Code which<br />
includes the Guiding Principles that highlight the<br />
importance of respect <strong>and</strong> responsibility as a<br />
student at the University of Minnesota.<br />
Silent Witness<br />
The Aurora Center<br />
Created in Minnesota in 1997 <strong>and</strong> now viewed<br />
annually in 47 states, the silent witness figures tell<br />
personal stories that can help us learn how we<br />
all can make a difference in the issues of sexual<br />
assault <strong>and</strong> relationship violence.<br />
The Social Scene on Fraternity Row<br />
Office of Fraternity <strong>and</strong> Sorority Life<br />
Fraternities <strong>and</strong> Sororities will provide an overview<br />
of respectful social expectations for taking<br />
advantage of the social scene on Fraternity Row.<br />
Voices <strong>and</strong> Values at the U Libraries<br />
University Libraries<br />
Explore University Libraries’ collections to think<br />
critically, find your voice, <strong>and</strong> respect the values<br />
of those who have come before you.<br />
Creating an Inclusive Campus<br />
Office for Equity <strong>and</strong> Diversity<br />
Diversity is everybody’s everyday work, so get<br />
connected! Play our interactive game <strong>and</strong> be part<br />
of making our campus a welcoming <strong>and</strong> inclusive<br />
community.<br />
STEP UP! Byst<strong>and</strong>er Education<br />
Byst<strong>and</strong>er Education Advisory Committee<br />
Learn how you can be part of a caring Respect<br />
U community that addresses a wide-range of<br />
issues including academic integrity, alcohol abuse,<br />
anger, depression, discrimination, disordered<br />
eating, gambling, hazing, relationship abuse<br />
<strong>and</strong> sexual assault. This program helps students<br />
learn strategies <strong>and</strong> techniques to intervene both<br />
directly <strong>and</strong> indirectly in both emergency <strong>and</strong> nonemergency<br />
situations.<br />
OURspace.com.es <strong>and</strong><br />
the Minnesota Student Association<br />
Minnesota Student Association (MSA)<br />
OURspace.com.es is a student created <strong>and</strong><br />
sponsored online environment to facilitate students<br />
to educate, communicate, <strong>and</strong> share with each<br />
other about mental health related topics.<br />
U of M Day!<br />
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St. Paul Activities<br />
Academic & Career<br />
U of M Day!<br />
Sustainability Action! // Learning & Environmental Sciences<br />
Presented by the Institute on the Environment <strong>and</strong> University Services<br />
During Welcome Week, the Institute on the Environment’s rotunda transforms into a space for dynamic displays <strong>and</strong><br />
activities about sustainability. The building bursts with energy as students participate in sustainability games for fun<br />
<strong>and</strong> prizes; take a picture as your favorite symbol of sustainability; see the campus organic farm’s bounty <strong>and</strong> assist<br />
with planting crops; <strong>and</strong> discuss world-renowned research with sustainability leaders who are trying to solve our<br />
earth’s most pressing environmental problems. Most importantly, you can learn how to get involved in improving our<br />
campus’ sustainability as a new member of the University of Minnesota community.<br />
Academic Survival in Action! // Magrath Library<br />
Presented by University Libraries<br />
Learn how to avoid or survive a variety of academic worst-case scenarios while exploring fun <strong>and</strong> interactive stations.<br />
The University Libraries have more than books. We have a range of useful (<strong>and</strong> sometime surprising) services <strong>and</strong><br />
resources to help you thrive at the University. Scout out the the following:<br />
• Study smarter: Tips for surviving your first exam.<br />
• Attack your hunger pangs with Tips for Res <strong>Hall</strong> cooking.<br />
• Make the most of your small living space with Feng Shui <strong>and</strong> other design ideas.<br />
• Research your way to an A! Tips on surviving your first paper.<br />
• Lights! Camera! Action! Survive your first media project.<br />
• Preserving history in Minnesota: Explore our seed catalogs exhibit Take the Academic Survival Test for snacks,<br />
prizes <strong>and</strong> a chance to win an iPod nano.<br />
West Bank Activities<br />
Interest Sessions<br />
• Interest sessions focus on three main topic areas: Academic & Career, <strong>Community</strong> & Diversity,<br />
<strong>and</strong> Health & Safety.<br />
• If you participated in the Welcome Week Event Selection, you’ve already selected which sessions you are<br />
interested in <strong>and</strong> should attend those sessions. Check out your personalized schedule to remember the session<br />
you selected.<br />
• If a session is full, please attend a different session.<br />
College Academic Success:<br />
It may not be what you think!<br />
Find out here. Find out now. // Anderson 370<br />
Student Academic Success Services (SASS)<br />
<strong>and</strong> University Counseling <strong>and</strong> Consulting<br />
Services (UCCS)<br />
So you’ve heard that college is different from high<br />
school about 1,000 times by now. This presentation<br />
will look at academic blindspots students often don’t<br />
see. Considerations for what you need to know for<br />
academic success will be discussed.<br />
How to explain to your parents<br />
where that $100 went! // Blegen 225<br />
U Card Office<br />
Parents don’t always underst<strong>and</strong> that there’s more to<br />
college spending than books <strong>and</strong> food. You’ll learn<br />
about the different accounts attached to your U Card,<br />
how they work, what works best for you, <strong>and</strong> how to<br />
explain why the $100 your parents deposited into your<br />
FlexDine account can’t be used to print that 20-page<br />
paper due today!<br />
Please Don’t Ask Me<br />
What My Major Is! // Blegen 250<br />
Center for Academic Planning <strong>and</strong> Exploration<br />
(CAPE)<br />
If you are undecided about your major, know that<br />
you are not alone! Even those who say they are<br />
heading toward a certain major or career often end<br />
up changing their mind. Learn some ways to make<br />
the “major decision” a bit easier <strong>and</strong> even fun. Find<br />
out about great resources <strong>and</strong> perhaps even narrow<br />
down your choices in this session!<br />
Sherlock Holmes, Secret Caverns<br />
<strong>and</strong> Ninjas: What the... // Anderson 230<br />
University Libraries<br />
Come hear about the unusual <strong>and</strong> priceless items<br />
in the University Libraries <strong>and</strong> how YOU can use<br />
these items to ace your papers <strong>and</strong> projects. From<br />
a book burned by Nazis to Holmes’ Baker Street<br />
studio we’ve got unique collections tucked away in<br />
underground caverns. Respect the past <strong>and</strong> discover<br />
the scholar in you.<br />
Undergraduate Research<br />
Opportunities // Anderson 210<br />
Undergraduate Research Opportunities<br />
Program (UROP)<br />
Learn about undergraduate research opportunities<br />
at the University of Minnesota <strong>and</strong> how to get<br />
involved for credit or pay. Even first-year students<br />
do undergraduate research. The Undergraduate<br />
Research Opportunities Program (UROP) provides<br />
funding for students to gain h<strong>and</strong>s-on experience with<br />
faculty mentors in all disciplines. Learn how to apply<br />
for this <strong>and</strong> other research opportunities to enhance<br />
your academic <strong>and</strong> career portfolio.<br />
Where in the World<br />
Will U Go // Anderson 310<br />
Learning Abroad Center<br />
Hear first-h<strong>and</strong> experiences of U students who<br />
have been abroad. You’ll be inspired to plan your<br />
international adventure; choose from over 300<br />
programs; explore options in over 70 countries; enroll<br />
in classes for any academic major, complete servicelearning<br />
requirements, teach English, work, intern,<br />
research, or volunteer abroad. Where in the world will<br />
U choose to have a meaningful experience<br />
U of M Day!<br />
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<strong>Community</strong> & Diversity<br />
Health & Safety<br />
U of M Day!<br />
BFF 4 Life:<br />
True College Friendships // Blegen 130<br />
<strong>Orientation</strong> & <strong>First</strong>-<strong>Year</strong> Programs (OFYP)<br />
*Not available at 9:00 a.m. timeslot<br />
Who will your best friends be in college Will your<br />
r<strong>and</strong>om roommate end up being a friend for life Hear<br />
from current U of M students about their experiences<br />
making friends during their first year of college. This<br />
session will debunk some of the myths about college<br />
friendships <strong>and</strong> discuss different ways to meet friends<br />
during your first semester.<br />
GLBTA Life at the “Q of M”:<br />
Top 10 Things to Know // Blegen 125<br />
Gay Lesbian Bisexual Transgender Ally (GLBTA)<br />
Programs Office<br />
With 40+ GLBTA student groups & initiatives at<br />
the U of M, it’s easy to get involved in GLBTA Life,<br />
but where do you get started Have you heard<br />
of QSCC, Lavender House, Tretter Collection,<br />
Trans Commission, Tongues Untied, or Schochet<br />
Scholarships Come learn about GLBTA campus<br />
resources, GLBTA student jobs, <strong>and</strong> helpful hints to<br />
safely navigate this new “Q of M” world.<br />
Make Your Mark. Make a<br />
Difference at the U with<br />
Your Student Government // Blegen 220<br />
Minnesota Student Association (MSA)<br />
Come meet leaders from the Minnesota Student<br />
Association, your undergraduate student government,<br />
to learn how you can make a difference in the<br />
decisions that affect you most.<br />
True Life:<br />
I’m a <strong>First</strong>-<strong>Year</strong> Student // Anderson 350<br />
<strong>Orientation</strong> & <strong>First</strong>-<strong>Year</strong> Programs (OFYP)<br />
*Not available at 9:00 a.m. timeslot<br />
Each student at the U has had their own unique<br />
experience during their first year. This session will<br />
showcase the good, bad, <strong>and</strong> ugly of some current<br />
students’ first-year experiences. You will also hear<br />
some advice from these same students about<br />
what you can do to make the best out of your own<br />
experience here at the U.<br />
Quick Note from One Stop<br />
Work your way to the top.<br />
Work if you can when you’re in school.<br />
It makes education more affordable,<br />
shows a solid work ethic <strong>and</strong> balance<br />
in professional <strong>and</strong> personal goals.<br />
Learn more at:<br />
http://z.umn.edu/studentjobs<br />
University of Minnesota<br />
Jeopardy // Blegen 240<br />
The Minnesota Daily<br />
Come compete for prizes by answering questions<br />
about recent news stories, ongoing community issues<br />
<strong>and</strong> things that will affect you in the future related to<br />
university administration, neighborhoods, student life,<br />
student groups <strong>and</strong> public affairs, safety, health etc.!<br />
The Minnesota Daily looks forward to meeting you!<br />
W.I.L.D. 101 // Blegen 215<br />
Women’s Center<br />
Are you a leader Do you want to be a leader In this<br />
highly interactive session, the Women’s Center will<br />
introduce several opportunities on campus for women<br />
to develop their leadership abilities, including our<br />
programs <strong>and</strong> involvement opportunities.<br />
“You Betcha”<br />
Minnesota Culture // Blegen 235<br />
<strong>Orientation</strong> & <strong>First</strong>-<strong>Year</strong> Programs (OFYP)<br />
*Not available at 9:00 a.m. timeslot<br />
Have you ever wanted to learn how to speak<br />
Minnesotan Well this is the session for you! Learn<br />
about what it’s like to live in Minnesota, what the<br />
culture is like, <strong>and</strong> Minnesota’s traditions <strong>and</strong><br />
qualities! Discover some tips on how to stay warm<br />
this winter, <strong>and</strong> find out interesting things about<br />
Minnesota <strong>and</strong> its many unique events <strong>and</strong> activities!<br />
Be-WISE-er Bingo! // Blegen 260<br />
Boynton Health Service, Student Network for<br />
Abuse Prevention (SNAP)<br />
SNAP encourages peers to be-WISE-er when<br />
making choices about alcohol through an interactive<br />
<strong>and</strong> engaging educational program. From pouring<br />
demonstrations to Fatal Vision goggle activities, we<br />
hope you drop in, be part of the fun, <strong>and</strong> pick up<br />
some tips on how to party smart if you or your friends<br />
choose to drink.<br />
Don’t Jack My Stuff // Blegen 155<br />
University of Minnesota Police Department<br />
(UMPD)<br />
A quiz show-style information session about crime on<br />
campus <strong>and</strong> how to avoid it. You will learn about what<br />
thieves steal on campus, how they steal it <strong>and</strong> how<br />
to prevent them from jacking your stuff. You can win<br />
prizes for participation.<br />
Get a Grip // Blegen 110<br />
PubH 1001: Success Over Stress –<br />
Rothenberger Institute<br />
College is a whole new ball game, so learn some<br />
strategies to help you thrive through “Success Over<br />
Stress” (SOS). SOS Teaching Assistants will introduce<br />
you to some often-overlooked stress management<br />
techniques including physical activity, relaxation, time<br />
management, <strong>and</strong> healthy cognitive coping skills. This<br />
session will feature entertaining videos as well as a<br />
game for wild <strong>and</strong> crazy prizes.<br />
Quick Note from It All Adds Up:<br />
Let’s Talk // Blegen 115<br />
University Counseling <strong>and</strong> Consulting Services<br />
Ever felt the need to vent or get something off your<br />
chest Sharing your concerns with another person<br />
can make a very positive difference. Attend this<br />
session to learn about where on campus you can<br />
stop by <strong>and</strong> have an informal conversation with a<br />
counselor about what’s going on in your life. No<br />
appointment, no cost, no paperwork.<br />
Let’s Talk About Sex! // Blegen 10<br />
Sexual Health Awareness <strong>and</strong> Disease Education<br />
(SHADE), Boynton Health Service<br />
Come hear from members of the student group<br />
SHADE about sexual health. Get free safer sex<br />
supplies, learn skills to make safer sex decisions,<br />
<strong>and</strong> discover resources available to you here at<br />
the U of M.<br />
Love Shouldn’t Hurt: Together We Can<br />
Change Our Campus Culture! // Blegen 105<br />
The Aurora Center<br />
Join our session to learn about communicating verbal<br />
consent to a partner, how to speak out against sexual<br />
violence, <strong>and</strong> useful ways to intervene if you see<br />
violence occurring. Additionally, you’ll get a rundown<br />
on how to help a friend <strong>and</strong> an overview of the Aurora<br />
Center’s services. Sexual violence is everyone’s issue<br />
<strong>and</strong> YOU can prevent it!<br />
Bike! It keeps you healthy, keeps the air cleaner <strong>and</strong> helps you win cool stuff.<br />
Register to be Zapped at Oak Street Bike Center!<br />
Walk up one floor <strong>and</strong> down two. Every elevator ride costs the University about<br />
a dime. The most efficient elevator is the one not moving. Please take the stairs.<br />
U of M Day!<br />
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<strong>Community</strong><br />
Engagement Day!<br />
Health & Safety (cont.)<br />
Navigate the U of M Campus...<br />
Without Getting Lost // Anderson 330<br />
Parking <strong>and</strong> Transportation Services (PTS)<br />
Bus, bike, walk or drive How do YOU plan to get<br />
around Parking <strong>and</strong> Transportation Services offers<br />
many options for getting to <strong>and</strong> around campus.<br />
Learn about campus buses, U-Pass (the unlimitedride<br />
city bus pass), parking contracts, <strong>and</strong> more. Did<br />
you know that the popular Jones-Eddy crossing will<br />
see one bus <strong>and</strong> 60 pedestrians every minute PTS<br />
will help you safely get around!<br />
Now You’re an Adult:<br />
Don’t Get Busted! // Blegen 120<br />
University Student Legal Services<br />
Underst<strong>and</strong> your legal rights <strong>and</strong> responsibilities.<br />
Do’s <strong>and</strong> Don’t’s on the internet, alcohol impacts,<br />
credit card use, finding good housing <strong>and</strong> goal<br />
orientation will be discussed. Interested in law<br />
You will also be able to get information about<br />
educational <strong>and</strong> career opportunities.<br />
Sleep, Eat & Exercise // Anderson 270<br />
PubH 1005: Sleep, Eat & Exercise –<br />
Rothenberger Institute<br />
College is a constantly changing experience,<br />
<strong>and</strong> maintaining your health will keep you balanced<br />
through it all. SEE teaching assistants will introduce<br />
you to the often overlooked areas of college life that<br />
influence success, including nutrition, sleep, <strong>and</strong><br />
physical activity. This session will feature tips <strong>and</strong><br />
demos on staying healthy on a budget <strong>and</strong> trivia<br />
questions for prizes.<br />
Stay Classy Through College // Anderson 250<br />
PubH 1003: Alcohol & College Life –<br />
Rothenberger Institute<br />
How do you balance academics <strong>and</strong> a social life<br />
How do you party smarter What happens if you<br />
get an alcohol citation How many U students<br />
drink Where can you find a safe ride home<br />
Hear the unbiased facts from Alcohol & College Life<br />
teaching assistants, students who’ve been there.<br />
This session will feature entertaining videos <strong>and</strong><br />
trivia for premium prizes.<br />
Meals<br />
Brunch – 11:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m.<br />
Dinner – 4:30 p.m.–7:00 p.m.<br />
*See your personal schedule for dining locations.<br />
Today’s <strong>Events</strong>:<br />
Reminders<br />
• You will be outdoors for the Walk for Water<br />
Engagement 5k, so prepare for the weather.<br />
• You’ll need your U Card to get into<br />
Explore-U & Mall of America.<br />
• To attend the Late Night at Mall of America,<br />
you will have to board a bus at a specific location.<br />
Water bottles, bags <strong>and</strong> beverages will not<br />
be allowed on the buses.<br />
<strong>Community</strong> Engagement<br />
Interest Sessions<br />
Engagement Activity:<br />
5k Walk for Water<br />
Explore-U<br />
Diet Coke Classic<br />
Volleyball Tournament<br />
Late Night at Mall of America<br />
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<strong>Community</strong> Engagement Day Event Schedule<br />
Brunch<br />
Dinner<br />
• Brunch times vary from 11:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Check your personal schedule for your assigned time.<br />
• If you have a later brunch time, be sure to eat something before going to the community<br />
engagement program.<br />
• Commuters/Off-Campus groups: If you selected this meal in your Event Selection, you will use your U Card<br />
to enter the dining hall. Please review your personal schedule to see if you registered for this meal.<br />
Please follow your assigned dining time on your personalized schedule to avoid waiting in line.<br />
<strong>Community</strong> Engagement Interest Sessions // STSS<br />
Fraternity Recruitment Jamboree // CMU-Front Plaza<br />
Men are invited to register for Fraternity Recruitment to formally visit all chapter houses <strong>and</strong> learn<br />
more about the Greek community. Recruitment events will begin Sunday, September 2 <strong>and</strong> continue<br />
through the first week of school, more details are provided at begreek.org. Ice cream <strong>and</strong> drinks will<br />
be provided between 5:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.<br />
• <strong>Community</strong> Engagement interest sessions are hosted by several community partners from around the<br />
Twin Cities. See pages 32-37 for details.<br />
• If you participated in Welcome Week Event Selection, you’ve already selected which session you<br />
are interested in <strong>and</strong> should attend that session. Check your personal schedule to verify the session<br />
you selected.<br />
• If a session is full, please attend a different session.<br />
• Your Welcome Week group will not be together for this session, but you should meet up with them<br />
before going to the next event.<br />
Diet Coke Classic Volleyball Tournament // Sports Pavillion<br />
• Watch the Gopher Women take on Albany.<br />
• Use your U Card for free admission to the 8:00 p.m. match.<br />
Late Night at Mall of America (MOA)<br />
(Sponsored by Housing & Residential Life <strong>and</strong> <strong>Orientation</strong> & <strong>First</strong>-<strong>Year</strong> Programs)<br />
Engagement Activity: 5k Walk for Water // CMU - Great <strong>Hall</strong> & Theater<br />
• Spend Saturday night riding roller coasters, viewing exotic aquatic life, miniature golfing or hanging out with<br />
SpongeBob SquarePants at MOA.<br />
• Welcome Week will provide every student with a FREE wristb<strong>and</strong> for unlimited rides at Nickelodeon Universe<br />
(normally $29.95) <strong>and</strong> admission to SeaLife Aquarium (normally $18.95). You will receive your wristb<strong>and</strong> when<br />
you board the bus.<br />
• You can purchase discounted tickets for Moose Mountain golf ($2.00) on-site.<br />
• Be sure to bring your U Card so you can get on the bus.<br />
• Please wear your nametag <strong>and</strong> leave bags <strong>and</strong> water bottles at home.<br />
<strong>Community</strong><br />
Engagement Day!<br />
• H2O for Life is a non-profit organization that raises money to help developing countries gain access<br />
to clean water. One of the ways they do this is through a 5k fundraiser called “Walk for Water.”<br />
• In many developing countries people have to walk over three miles to collect water for their families<br />
to use—walking a 5k (just over a three-mile distance) raises awareness for this issue.<br />
• Your Welcome Week small group will walk a 5k around campus while learning about ways to get<br />
engaged both on <strong>and</strong> off campus. See map on page 35.<br />
• We ask you to think not just about the content in today’s programs, but about how you will incorporate<br />
a topic you’re passionate about into your college experience.<br />
Mall of America Departure<br />
<strong>Community</strong><br />
Engagement Day!<br />
Departure Locations Departure Times Return Times Last Bus Leaves MOA<br />
Explore-U // Mariucci Arena<br />
• At this exciting event you will have the opportunity to learn about <strong>and</strong> interact with over 120 student groups<br />
in which you can get involved.<br />
• Sample products <strong>and</strong> freebies while visiting exhibitor displays from major vendors <strong>and</strong> retailers as well as<br />
local entertainment venues, restaurants <strong>and</strong> businesses.<br />
• Don’t forget to fill out an Explore-U Passport <strong>and</strong> turn it in before leaving for your chance to win one of the<br />
many exciting door prizes!<br />
• See page 38-39 for some of our participating sponsors.<br />
St. Paul Campus St. Paul Student Center 9:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m. 11:00 p.m.–1:00 a.m. 1:00 a.m.<br />
Minneapolis Campus<br />
In front of Mariucci Arena<br />
on 4th St. SE<br />
9:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m. 11:00 p.m.–1:00 a.m. 1:00 a.m.<br />
<strong>Residence</strong> <strong>Hall</strong> <strong>Community</strong> <strong>Events</strong><br />
• Each residence hall will have specific activities planned for a night of relaxing <strong>and</strong> meeting new people.<br />
• Look for specific details in your building or talk to your CA. Some activities may include a root beer float<br />
night, make your own smoothie, or tie dye your new U of M gear!<br />
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Interest Sessions<br />
Interest Sessions<br />
<strong>Community</strong><br />
Engagement Day!<br />
Access to Education<br />
Breakthrough Saint Paul Internship &<br />
Volunteer Opportunities // STSS 432A<br />
Breakthrough Saint Paul<br />
Breakthrough Saint Paul helps motivated middle <strong>and</strong><br />
high school students overcome adversity to prepare for<br />
college with the support of older students passionate<br />
about education. We are seeking college students<br />
interested in spring 2013 tutoring <strong>and</strong> college essay<br />
coach positions, as well as applicants for our summer<br />
2013 paid teaching internship. Please visit www.<br />
breakthroughsaintpaul.org to learn even more about us!<br />
Democracy in Action -<br />
Hennepin County Library! // STSS 117<br />
Hennepin County Library<br />
Hennepin County Library opens its doors to all people to<br />
accomplish its mission - to nourish minds, transform lives<br />
<strong>and</strong> build community together. University students can<br />
help by tutoring in the K12 Homework Hub program. Or<br />
by tutoring adults in the Adult Homework Help program<br />
<strong>and</strong> the Franklin Learning Center. Opportunities to work<br />
with library materials are also available.<br />
English as a Second Language (ESL)<br />
Class Assistant // STSS 530B<br />
Cedar Riverside Adult Education Collaborative<br />
Assist teachers in ESL classes by tutoring adult students<br />
one-on-one or in small groups, lead citizenship tutorials,<br />
<strong>and</strong> assist computer lab users with emails, resume<br />
building, job searches, <strong>and</strong> English learning software.<br />
Homework ’n’ Hoops // STSS 412<br />
Project for Pride in Living<br />
“That program made me want to do my homework!” -<br />
Andre, former participant. These words show the impact<br />
our program has had on low-income,elementary school<br />
youth. Each volunteer develops a relationship with one<br />
child week after week by doing homework, playing math<br />
<strong>and</strong> language games, reading books <strong>and</strong> playing in the<br />
gym <strong>and</strong> game room.<br />
Democracy & Human Rights<br />
Election 2012: Our Voices Count // STSS 230<br />
Minnesota Public Interest Research Group<br />
The Minnesota Public Interest Research Group (MPIRG)<br />
was founded by students at UMTC who recognized that<br />
decision makers were ignoring the responsible solutions<br />
to Minnesota’s biggest problems. We are a grassroots,<br />
student-directed, nonpartisan, nonprofit that empowers<br />
<strong>and</strong> trains students to take collective action for social,<br />
economic <strong>and</strong> environmental justice. Connect with us<br />
on Facebook: MPIRG Twin Cities.<br />
Environmental Sustainability<br />
Environmental <strong>and</strong> Gardening<br />
Volunteer Opportunities<br />
in Minneapolis Parks // STSS 131B<br />
Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board<br />
The Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board exists to<br />
provide places <strong>and</strong> recreation opportunities for all<br />
people to gather, celebrate, contemplate, <strong>and</strong> engage<br />
in activities that promote health, well-being, community,<br />
<strong>and</strong> the environment. Learn about the amenities <strong>and</strong><br />
programs that the Minneapolis park system has to offer<br />
as well as ways that you can engage in one-time <strong>and</strong><br />
ongoing volunteer opportunities in natural areas <strong>and</strong><br />
gardens throughout the city.<br />
Sierra Club: Minnesota’s Largest Grassroots<br />
Environmental Organization // STSS 432B<br />
Sierra Club<br />
As the world’s oldest <strong>and</strong> largest grassroots environmental<br />
organization, the Club’s 1.3 million members possess the<br />
unique ability to empower people <strong>and</strong> influence policy<br />
through community activism, outreach <strong>and</strong> litigation.<br />
The Sierra Club’s North Star Chapter represents the<br />
organization’s nearly 18,000 members in Minnesota <strong>and</strong><br />
has worked statewide since 1968. The North Star<br />
Chapter’s priorities are encouraging the use of clean<br />
energy, promoting sustainable l<strong>and</strong> use, <strong>and</strong> ensuring<br />
protection of wild places.<br />
Poverty, Homelessness &<br />
Social Sciences<br />
A Place to Call Home:<br />
Building Communities with<br />
Habitat for Humanity // STSS 330<br />
Habitat for Humanity at the U of M<br />
Want to build a house, meet new friends, or travel the<br />
country Get involved with Habitat for Humanity! We<br />
work to raise awareness of affordable housing issues in<br />
the Twin Cities through educational events, fundraising,<br />
<strong>and</strong> volunteer opportunities to fit all schedules. Join our<br />
bi-weekly meetings, weekend house builds, campus<br />
events, event committees, spring/winter break service<br />
trips, <strong>and</strong> more!<br />
Help End Homelessness // STSS 530A<br />
St. Stephen’s Human Services<br />
Our mission is to end homelessness. We seek volunteers<br />
willing to learn about the issues facing individuals <strong>and</strong><br />
families struggling with homelessness <strong>and</strong> advocate on<br />
behalf of those we serve. We offer a variety of volunteer<br />
opportunities: shelter overnights, job room assistants,<br />
shelter meal groups, childcare, free store help, donation<br />
drives, <strong>and</strong> more. Find out how you can serve alongside<br />
us at www.ststephensmpls.org/.<br />
Kids Against Hunger // STSS 118<br />
Kids Against Hunger<br />
Kids Against Hunger is a nonprofit humanitarian foodaid<br />
organization aiming to eradicate world hunger. They<br />
accomplish this with satellites of volunteers who package<br />
highly nutritious meals. These meals are then distributed<br />
to over 60 countries worldwide <strong>and</strong> locally through<br />
partnerships with humanitarian organizations. The meals<br />
are often life-saving <strong>and</strong> give recipients an opportunity to<br />
go from starvation to being self-sufficient.<br />
Second Harvest Heartl<strong>and</strong>:<br />
Reinventing Hunger Relief // STSS 512B<br />
Second Harvest Heartl<strong>and</strong><br />
Second Harvest Heartl<strong>and</strong>’s mission is to end hunger<br />
through community partnerships. Today, 1 in 10<br />
Minnesotans is at risk of hunger. We invite students to<br />
help us achieve our mission through an experience<br />
sorting <strong>and</strong> packing food at one of our warehouse<br />
facilities or by distributing food at one of our mobile<br />
pantries. Together, we can end hunger!<br />
Public Health<br />
Be The Match<br />
(National Marrow Donor Program):<br />
It’s Not What You Think! // STSS 512A<br />
Be The Match National Marrow Donor Program<br />
Be The Match, operated by the National Marrow<br />
Donor Program, is the global leader in providing marrow<br />
transplants to patients with leukemia, lymphoma <strong>and</strong><br />
68 other life-threatening diseases. We started in 1987<br />
<strong>and</strong> since then have facilitated over 50,000 transplants.<br />
We continue to grow the national registry of potential<br />
marrow donors plus educate the public about our lifesaving<br />
mission.<br />
Volunteering at Hennepin County<br />
Medical Center // STSS 220<br />
HCMC Volunteer Services Mission<br />
As a volunteer, you will be part of our family of health<br />
care providers <strong>and</strong> staff who extend excellent service<br />
to our patients, their families <strong>and</strong> visitors. You will have<br />
the ability to; enhance the care <strong>and</strong> service provided<br />
by our professional <strong>and</strong> nonprofessional staff, provide<br />
the human need to give care <strong>and</strong> service, observe<br />
health care professionals in a variety of careers, <strong>and</strong><br />
support the staff in fulfilling the mission of Hennepin<br />
County Medical Center.<br />
<strong>Community</strong><br />
Engagement Day!<br />
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Interest Sessions<br />
5k Map of Walk for Water<br />
Youth <strong>and</strong> Family Services<br />
Arc’s Value Village // STSS 121<br />
The Arc Greater Twin Cities/Arc’s Value Village<br />
The Arc’s Mission is to secure for all people with<br />
intellectual <strong>and</strong> developmental disabilities <strong>and</strong> their<br />
families the opportunity to realize their goals of where<br />
<strong>and</strong> how they live, learn, work <strong>and</strong> play. Proceeds<br />
at Arc’s Value Village Thrift Stores support vital Arc<br />
programs <strong>and</strong> services for people with disabilities,<br />
<strong>and</strong> volunteers are needed daily to help unpack <strong>and</strong><br />
sort donations at four Value Village locations.<br />
Be an Arts Mentor! // STSS 420B<br />
Free Arts MN<br />
The mission of Free Arts Minnesota is to bring the<br />
healing powers of artistic expression <strong>and</strong> caring adult<br />
mentors into the lives of abused, neglected <strong>and</strong> at-risk<br />
children <strong>and</strong> their families. Learn how you can make<br />
a difference in the life of a child today!<br />
sports team - there are 13 sports to choose from. In<br />
addition, learn about adult sports leagues that you<br />
can participate in year-round.<br />
Come learn about an unusual YMCA,<br />
the University Y // STSS 131A<br />
University Y<br />
What’s at the UY U of M student leadership <strong>and</strong><br />
service opportunities galore! Join us <strong>and</strong> build your<br />
leadership skills, resume, earn U of M credit, apply<br />
your strengths, be trained on issues such as youth<br />
development, healthy living <strong>and</strong> social responsibility.<br />
Opportunities to use your work study (some positions<br />
volunteer based), serve urban youth. Mentor <strong>and</strong> be<br />
mentored!<br />
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<strong>Community</strong><br />
Engagement Day!<br />
Big Brothers Big Sisters<br />
Mentoring Opportunities // STSS 114<br />
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Greater<br />
Twin Cities<br />
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Greater Twin Cities<br />
has been helping children achieve success by<br />
matching them with adult mentors who are able to<br />
meet regularly with them in the communities they<br />
live or the schools they attend. Volunteers meet with<br />
children just two to four times a month for fun <strong>and</strong><br />
simple activities.<br />
Coach Youth Sports in<br />
Minneapolis Parks // STSS 312<br />
Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board<br />
The Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board exists<br />
to provide places <strong>and</strong> recreation opportunities for<br />
all people to gather, celebrate, contemplate, <strong>and</strong><br />
engage in activities that promote health, well-being,<br />
community, <strong>and</strong> the environment. Make a difference<br />
in the lives of Minneapolis youth by coaching a youth<br />
High Quality<br />
Out-of-School Time // STSS 123<br />
East Side Neighborhood Services<br />
East Side Neighborhood Services is a long-st<strong>and</strong>ing<br />
multi-service organization serving under-resourced<br />
<strong>and</strong> under-served families living in NE <strong>and</strong> SE<br />
Minneapolis. The youth programs of ESNS’ mission<br />
is creating places that empower <strong>and</strong> educate all<br />
youth to thrive.<br />
We believe that providing meaningful learning<br />
opportunities is key to youth reaching their fullest<br />
potential. At the heart of our program design is our<br />
ability to create positive relationships with youth <strong>and</strong><br />
their family, create a learning culture that engages<br />
each youth <strong>and</strong> takes a strength-based approach.<br />
Our programs provide both academic, social <strong>and</strong><br />
emotional support for all youth K-8.<br />
Students for One Heartl<strong>and</strong><br />
One Heartl<strong>and</strong> // STSS 144<br />
One Heartl<strong>and</strong> is a national nonprofit that provides<br />
camping <strong>and</strong> year-round support programs to<br />
children <strong>and</strong> families affected by HIV/AIDS <strong>and</strong><br />
other serious health <strong>and</strong> social challenges. We<br />
have opportunities at the U of M for students to<br />
participate in the annual Dance Marathon, our<br />
student group Students for One Heartl<strong>and</strong>, as<br />
well as internship <strong>and</strong> career opportunities!<br />
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6<br />
8<br />
9<br />
5<br />
Your Welcome Week Leader(s) will lead<br />
you through this 5k walk <strong>and</strong> tell you about<br />
different engagement opportunities at each<br />
point on the map.<br />
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<strong>Community</strong><br />
Engagement Day!<br />
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<strong>First</strong>-<strong>Year</strong> Initiatives Just for You!<br />
Engage in Your <strong>Community</strong><br />
In addition to the required <strong>Orientation</strong> & Welcome Week programs, <strong>Orientation</strong> & <strong>First</strong>-<strong>Year</strong> Programs (OFYP)<br />
offers additional programs throughout the first year. OFYP assists you by offering several programs <strong>and</strong><br />
communications to keep you informed. Participate in any combination of the programs we offer to customize<br />
your first-year experience <strong>and</strong> ensure that you have a smooth transition to the U of M!<br />
During your <strong>Community</strong> Engagement Experiences, we hope that you:<br />
Learned the importance of engaging in community issues that you are passionate about.<br />
Discovered that you should not only strive to do well in your classes but that you can<br />
also learn outside of the classroom.<br />
Realized that not only are you a student on campus, but also a member of the larger<br />
Twin Cities community.<br />
<strong>Community</strong><br />
Engagement Day!<br />
Class of 2016 eNewsletter<br />
The Class of 2016 eNewsletter is a monthly<br />
publication sent to you throughout the academic<br />
year. The publication includes a monthly checklist<br />
of task items to keep you on track during your first<br />
year. It also includes a section of resources each<br />
month to help you with specific transitional topics<br />
related to academics, engagement, finances <strong>and</strong><br />
health <strong>and</strong> wellness.<br />
“<strong>Year</strong> 1” on MyU Web Portal<br />
MyU is the official University of Minnesota Web<br />
portal <strong>and</strong> your cyber connection to the U’s online<br />
community! <strong>Year</strong> 1 is a feature available only to<br />
first-year students on MyU. It changes weekly,<br />
<strong>and</strong> has articles on transitional issues common to<br />
first-year students.<br />
Kick It!<br />
Kick off each semester with online navigation of<br />
campus resources <strong>and</strong> engagement opportunities<br />
highlighted by Kick It!, <strong>and</strong> you will be entered into<br />
raffle drawings to win prizes. Hundreds of prizes are<br />
given out weekly, including gift certificates, iPods <strong>and</strong><br />
other great giveaways!<br />
Start today by logging onto myu.umn.edu.<br />
Be a Leader!<br />
Although most of our programs serve new students,<br />
we also recruit <strong>and</strong> train many students to lead our<br />
programs. As you reflect on your <strong>Orientation</strong> <strong>and</strong><br />
Welcome Week experience, consider applying to<br />
become a Welcome Week Leader for Fall 2013 or an<br />
<strong>Orientation</strong> Leader for summer 2014. Developing your<br />
leadership skills will benefit you at the U of M <strong>and</strong> well<br />
into the future.<br />
Check out www.ofyp.umn.edu/employment.<br />
@Home in Minnesota<br />
Are you from out of state If so, check out @Home in<br />
MN! This program assists you in your transition by<br />
connecting you to other students, faculty <strong>and</strong> staff<br />
from your home state. Additional programming <strong>and</strong><br />
outings are available throughout the year to learn<br />
about Minnesota culture <strong>and</strong> traditions.<br />
Visit www.ofyp.umn.edu for details.<br />
At the University of Minnesota, we expect that students integrate<br />
experiences in the community into their academic career.<br />
Students are engaged with the campus or community when they use their experiences<br />
intentionally as stepping stones to create a mutually beneficial change in the community.<br />
As you commit to incorporating community engagement into your college career, take<br />
advantage of some of these opportunities available to University of Minnesota students.<br />
Service-Learning Classes = Take a class that incorporates a community engagement<br />
experience into coursework. Academic community engagement deepens <strong>and</strong> enhances<br />
your underst<strong>and</strong>ing of course material <strong>and</strong> builds your sense of civic responsibility.<br />
HECUA = Higher Education Consortium for Urban Affairs offers domestic off-campus study<br />
programs focused on social justice issues. For a semester or a summer term, concentrate on<br />
the environment, the arts, poverty, race or agriculture. Most programs include an internship in<br />
the Twin Cities focusing on issues connected to your program.<br />
The <strong>Community</strong> Engagement Scholars Program = You can participate in this program to<br />
receive official University recognition for doing public service. The Scholars program combines<br />
volunteering, service-learning classes, reflections <strong>and</strong> a capstone community project.<br />
Volunteering = Schedule an advising appointment to learn about opportunities to<br />
contribute to Twin Cities community groups, gain experience for your resume, <strong>and</strong><br />
learn more about social issues.<br />
All of these services <strong>and</strong> more are provided by the<br />
<strong>Community</strong> Service-Learning Center, located in 240 Appleby <strong>Hall</strong>.<br />
<strong>Community</strong><br />
Engagement Day!<br />
Quick Note from OFYP<br />
Be sure to “like” <strong>Orientation</strong> & <strong>First</strong>-<strong>Year</strong> Programs<br />
on Facebook, join the U of M Class of 2016<br />
Facebook group, <strong>and</strong> continue to use #gopher16<br />
on Twitter throughout your first year!<br />
Phone = 612-626-2044<br />
Email = csl@umn.edu<br />
Web = servicelearning.umn.edu<br />
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Explore-U Vendors<br />
GOLD LEVEL<br />
Acme Comedy Company<br />
ACR HealthCare Group<br />
Affinity Plus Federal Credit Union<br />
Anytime Fitness<br />
AT&T<br />
Bywater Business Solutions/Dairy Queen<br />
Gopher Sports<br />
Gr<strong>and</strong>Marc Seven Corners<br />
Imation<br />
Jefferson at Berry<br />
Jimmy John’s<br />
Metro Transit<br />
Nickelodeon Universe<br />
Mall of America<br />
Papa John’s Pizza<br />
Potbelly S<strong>and</strong>wich Shop<br />
Qdoba Mexican Grill<br />
Raising Cane’s<br />
Sport Clips<br />
Sprint<br />
Stadium View Apartments<br />
TCF Bank<br />
United States Marine Corps (USMC)<br />
U.S. Bank<br />
University of Minnesota<br />
Bookstores<br />
UPS<br />
Valleyfair<br />
Wells Fargo<br />
Zipcar, Inc<br />
Maroon Level<br />
Aveda Institute (Minneapolis)<br />
Bierman Place Apartments<br />
Big 10 Restaurant<br />
Bruegger’s Bagels<br />
ByME Inc.<br />
CorePower Yoga<br />
Custom Airbrush Tan on the Go<br />
Darque Tan<br />
Elmwood Properties<br />
<strong>First</strong> Avenue & 7th St. Entry<br />
Minnesota Wild<br />
Nice Ride Minnesota<br />
Punch Pizza<br />
SEA LIFE Minnesota<br />
The Emily Program<br />
University Commons<br />
University Guide<br />
University LifeCare Center<br />
U of M Bike Center<br />
Vertical Endeavors<br />
Walker Art Center<br />
YourYoga<br />
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FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 7<br />
11:30AM–1:30PM<br />
coffman union • front plaza<br />
CELEBRATE THE START OF THE SCHOOL<br />
YEAR AND JOIN IN ON THE ULTIMATE<br />
GOLDEN GOPHER<br />
PEP FEST!<br />
FEATURING<br />
THE MINNESOTA MARCHING BAND, spirit squad<br />
performance, music, prizes & More!<br />
Also Featuring<br />
Speech from<br />
Coach Kill!<br />
sua.umn.edu/events<br />
Meals<br />
Brunch – 11:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m.<br />
Dinner – 4:30 p.m.–7:00 p.m.<br />
*See your personal schedule for dining locations.<br />
Reminders<br />
• You will be outside for community<br />
exploration, so remember to check the<br />
weather <strong>and</strong> plan accordingly.<br />
• Residential Students: Ask your CA when<br />
<strong>and</strong> where your House Meeting will be held.<br />
Today’s <strong>Events</strong>:<br />
<strong>Community</strong> Exploration<br />
<strong>Residence</strong> <strong>Hall</strong> House<br />
Meetings<br />
Late Night Entertainment<br />
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<strong>Community</strong> Exploration Day Event Schedule<br />
Brunch<br />
• Brunch is the opportunity for you to eat before you go on your community exploration trip.<br />
• Commuters/Off Campus Groups: If you selected this meal in your Event Selection, you will use your U Card<br />
to enter the dining hall. Please review your personalized schedule to see if you registered for this meal.<br />
<strong>Community</strong> Exploration<br />
• You are now part of the Twin Cities community. This is a chance to explore all of the great opportunities you<br />
can enjoy as a resident.<br />
• To view a full description <strong>and</strong> a map of your side trip:<br />
• Downtown Minneapolis pages 44–45<br />
• Minneapolis Riverfront District pages 46–47<br />
• Uptown Minneapolis pages 48–49<br />
Dinner<br />
Please follow your assigned dining time on your personalized schedule to avoid waiting in line.<br />
<strong>Residence</strong> <strong>Hall</strong> House Meetings<br />
• This required meeting will take place in your residence hall. Meet the people you will be living with all year<br />
<strong>and</strong> learn the key points about living on campus.<br />
• Talk to your CA to find out the time <strong>and</strong> location of your meeting.<br />
Late Night Entertainment<br />
Sorority Recruitment Information Session (6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.) // CMU-Great <strong>Hall</strong><br />
• Students can register & check-in for recruitment.<br />
• Presentations at 6:30 p.m. & 8:00 p.m.<br />
Bailey <strong>Hall</strong> Students: Please note the Campus Connector schedule on page 2 of this h<strong>and</strong>book.<br />
If your house meeting is at 7:00 p.m. or 8:00 p.m. you should plan to register for sorority recruitment<br />
online at www.BeGreek.org.<br />
This is your time to see what sorority life is like at the U! Stop by for a few minutes or stay for a while<br />
to hear about all of the social, academic, career networking, <strong>and</strong> other great opportunities the Greek<br />
community has to offer. This is also your chance to have any questions answered that you may have<br />
about sorority life <strong>and</strong> recruitment. By participating in recruitment, you will meet the members of the<br />
Greek community <strong>and</strong> see the inside of each chapter house. In order to participate, all women must<br />
register for recruitment either in advance or at the recruitment check-in at www.BeGreek.org. Snacks<br />
will be provided. We can’t wait to see you there!<br />
Pick-Up Sports at the Fieldhouse (8:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.)<br />
Stop by at anytime <strong>and</strong> join a pick-up game of basketball, ultimate Frisbee or lightning.<br />
Recreational sports staff will be at the event, so stop <strong>and</strong> ask them how to get involved in their programs.<br />
<strong>Community</strong><br />
Exploration Day!<br />
<strong>Residence</strong> <strong>Hall</strong> <strong>Community</strong> <strong>Events</strong><br />
• Each individual residence hall will be providing opportunities for residents to connect <strong>and</strong> learn how they can<br />
be a part of developing the building’s community. <strong>Residence</strong> hall staff will facilitate activities for residents to get<br />
to know one another <strong>and</strong> also learn about opportunities for leadership <strong>and</strong> involvement.<br />
• Look for specific details in your building or talk to your CA.<br />
Quick Note from It All Adds Up:<br />
Recycling one aluminum can saves enough<br />
energy to run a computer for three hours.<br />
Recycling 1 ton of aluminum saves enough<br />
energy to run the average home for 10 years.<br />
Learn what you can do to save energy on<br />
campus at: www.umn.edu/italladdsup<br />
<strong>Community</strong><br />
Exploration Day!<br />
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<strong>Community</strong> Exploration Descriptions & Maps<br />
<strong>Community</strong><br />
Exploration Day!<br />
Downtown Minneapolis<br />
Take part in a text-based scavenger hunt that will help you discover the hot spots in downtown<br />
Minneapolis. To participate, just text: “wwdowntown” to 728647 to get started! The places featured<br />
in the scavenger hunt <strong>and</strong> more are featured on the map.<br />
Getting to Downtown Minneapolis:<br />
East Bank Students: You will be leaving with your Welcome Week group from 4th Street SE in front of<br />
Mariucci Arena on the East Bank Campus.<br />
Bailey <strong>Hall</strong> Students: You will be leaving with your Welcome Week group from the St. Paul Student<br />
Center <strong>and</strong> will be dropped off at your <strong>Community</strong> Exploration location.<br />
Returning from Downtown Minneapolis:<br />
All students will pick up a shuttle bus back to campus where you were dropped off -<br />
8th Street South <strong>and</strong> 2nd Avenue South.<br />
• Please note that all returning buses will be taking students back to 4th Street SE on the East Bank<br />
campus. Students living in Bailey <strong>Hall</strong> will have to take the Campus Connector back to the St. Paul<br />
campus.<br />
• The last bus will depart from downtown Minneapolis at 4:00 p.m.<br />
Area Description<br />
Explore downtown Minneapolis, an area that is rich with entertainment opportunities. Check out iconic,<br />
historical hot spots such as R<strong>and</strong> <strong>and</strong> Foshay towers or find out where to get your tickets for a state-of–<br />
the-art sports facility such as Target Field or Target Center. Make sure to walk through the theatre district<br />
<strong>and</strong> see what’s playing at the State <strong>and</strong> Orpheum theatres or what the next concert is at <strong>First</strong> Avenue &<br />
7th St. Entry. After Welcome Week, catch Metro Transit buses 3, 6, or 16 to take you downtown.<br />
Downtown Facts!<br />
Minneapolis’ famed skyway system connecting 52 blocks (nearly<br />
five miles) of downtown makes it possible to live, eat, work <strong>and</strong><br />
shop without going outside.<br />
7THAVEN<br />
WBI94TOLYNDALEAVEN<br />
INTERSTATE94<br />
HENNEPINAVETOWBI394<br />
6THAVEN<br />
INTERSTATE394<br />
16THSTN<br />
BORDERAVEN<br />
HARMONPL<br />
CLIFTONPL<br />
8THAVEN<br />
7THSTN<br />
GLENWOODAVE<br />
LINDENAVE<br />
ROYALSTONAVEN<br />
HOLDENSTN<br />
CURRIEAVE<br />
CHESTNUTAVE<br />
15THSTW<br />
OAKGROVEST<br />
13THSTN<br />
SPRUCEPL<br />
7THAVEN<br />
6THAVEN<br />
12THSTN<br />
13THSTS<br />
YALEPL<br />
SPRUCEPL<br />
4THSTN<br />
TWINSWAY<br />
LASALLEAVE<br />
10THSTN<br />
GARAGEAEXIT<br />
5THSTN<br />
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HAWTHORNEAVE<br />
GRANTSTW<br />
3RDSTN<br />
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TargetField<br />
3RDAVENTOWBI394<br />
HARMONPL<br />
5THAVEN<br />
!<br />
!<br />
GARAGEBEXIT<br />
9THSTN<br />
EBI94TO4THSTN<br />
BUSEXIT<br />
TargetCenter<br />
OrpheumTheater<br />
13THSTS<br />
GRANTSTE<br />
1STAVES<br />
WASHINGTONAVEN<br />
! PeaveyPlaza<br />
!<br />
!<br />
<strong>First</strong>Avenue<strong>and</strong>SeventhStreetEntry<br />
NICOLLETMALL<br />
11THSTS<br />
12THSTS<br />
3RDAVEN<br />
16THSTE<br />
2NDSTN<br />
4THSTN<br />
7THSTS<br />
2NDAVEN<br />
1STAVEN<br />
Bus Drop-off/Pick-up<br />
1STSTN<br />
MARQUETTEAVE<br />
FoshayTower<br />
4THAVES<br />
MinneapolisCentralLibrary<br />
4THSTS<br />
HIGHWAY65<br />
HIGHWAY65<br />
3RDAVES<br />
9THSTS<br />
5THAVES<br />
2NDAVES<br />
6THSTS<br />
5THAVES<br />
14THSTE<br />
15THSTE<br />
3RDSTS<br />
8THSTS<br />
10THSTS<br />
16THSTE<br />
HENNEPINAVE<br />
1STSTS<br />
4THAVES<br />
PORTLANDAVE<br />
PARKAVE<br />
2NDSTS<br />
14THSTE<br />
<strong>Community</strong><br />
Exploration Day!<br />
The first children’s department in a library is said to be that of the<br />
Minneapolis Public Library, which separated children’s books from<br />
the rest of the collection in December 1889.<br />
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CLIFTONAVE<br />
17THSTE<br />
INTERSTATE94<br />
DowntownMinneapolis<br />
INTERSTATE94<br />
Feet<br />
0 280 560 840 1,120 1,400<br />
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<strong>Community</strong> Exploration Descriptions & Maps<br />
<strong>Community</strong><br />
Exploration Day!<br />
Minneapolis Riverfront District<br />
Take part in a text-based scavenger hunt that will help you discover the hot spots of the Minneapolis<br />
Riverfront District. To participate, just text: “wwriverfront” to 728647 to get started! The places featured<br />
in the scavenger hunt <strong>and</strong> more are featured on the map.<br />
Getting to Minneapolis Riverfront District:<br />
West Bank Students: You will be leaving with your Welcome Week group from the corner of 2nd Street S.<br />
<strong>and</strong> 21st Avenue S. behind Anderson Library.<br />
Returning from Minneapolis Riverfront District:<br />
All students will be catching a bus back to campus on the north side of 2nd Street S.<br />
between Chicago <strong>and</strong> Park Avenue in front of the Mill City Museum.<br />
• The final bus will depart at 4:00 p.m. from this location.<br />
• Please note that all returning buses will drop students off on the corner of 2nd Street S. <strong>and</strong> 21st Avenue S.<br />
behind Anderson Library.<br />
Area Description<br />
The Minneapolis Riverfront District includes the world-renowned Guthrie Theater <strong>and</strong> the Mill City Museum.<br />
Check them out - along with nearby Gold Medal Park. The Mill City Farmers’ Market is from 8:00 a.m. to<br />
1:00 p.m. every Saturday through October 15 near the Guthrie. Make sure to walk across the river on the<br />
Stone Arch Bridge for student-discounted movie tickets at St. Anthony Main. The historic area has the oldest<br />
brick buildings in the city, <strong>and</strong> is the site of live concerts sponsored by area businesses. After Welcome<br />
Week, hop on the 3, 6, 16, or 50 for a quick bus ride to the area.<br />
Minneapolis Riverfront Facts!<br />
Only in the Metrodome has there been a Super Bowl, a World Series<br />
<strong>and</strong> a NCAA Final Four Basketball Championship.<br />
The Guthrie Theater is the largest regional theatre in the country.<br />
MARQUETTEAVE<br />
3RDAVES<br />
ISLANDAVEW<br />
2NDAVES<br />
1STSTS<br />
8THSTS<br />
9THSTS<br />
NICOLLETST<br />
!<br />
!<br />
HENNEPINAVE<br />
4THSTS<br />
4THAVES<br />
5THAVES<br />
EASTMANAVE<br />
WESTRIVERPKWY<br />
NicolletIsl<strong>and</strong><br />
MilwaukeeRoadDepot<br />
3RDSTS<br />
PORTLANDAVE<br />
WILDERST<br />
6THSTS<br />
7THSTS<br />
1STAVENE<br />
HENNEPINAVEE<br />
MERRIAMST<br />
PARKAVE<br />
2NDSTNE<br />
LOURDESPL<br />
!<br />
!<br />
!<br />
Bus Drop-off/Pick-up<br />
KIRBYPUCKETTPL<br />
5THSTS<br />
10THAVES<br />
CHICAGOAVE<br />
BANKST<br />
Metrodome<br />
MAINSTSE<br />
MillRuinsPark<br />
MillCityMuseum<br />
!<br />
CENTRALAVESE<br />
WASHINGTONAVES<br />
11THAVES<br />
!<br />
2NDAVESE<br />
GuthrieTheater<br />
3RDSTS<br />
UNIVERSITYAVESE<br />
2NDSTSE<br />
3RDAVESE<br />
!<br />
2NDSTS<br />
5THSTSE<br />
!<br />
4THSTSE<br />
StoneArchBridge<br />
11THAVES<br />
3RDSTS<br />
GoldMedalPark<br />
12THAVES<br />
SBI35WTOWBI94<br />
6THSTSE<br />
4THAVESE<br />
5THAVESE<br />
HennepinIsl<strong>and</strong>Park<br />
13THAVES<br />
6THAVESE<br />
INTERSTATE35W<br />
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<strong>Community</strong> Exploration Descriptions & Maps<br />
Uptown Minneapolis<br />
Take part in a text-based scavenger hunt that will help you discover the hot spots of Uptown Minneapolis.<br />
To participate, just text: “wwuptown” to 728647 to get started! The places featured in the scavenger hunt<br />
<strong>and</strong> more are featured on the map.<br />
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<strong>Community</strong><br />
Exploration Day!<br />
Getting to Uptown, Minneapolis:<br />
East Bank Students: You will be leaving with your Welcome Week group from 5th Street SE behind<br />
Mariucci Arena on the East Bank Campus.<br />
Returning from Uptown, Minneapolis:<br />
All students will pick up a shuttle bus back to campus where you were dropped off - on the<br />
corner of Hennepin Avenue <strong>and</strong> 32nd Street W.<br />
• Please note that all returning buses will be taking students back to Mariucci Arena on the<br />
East Bank campus. Students living in Bailey <strong>Hall</strong> will have to take the Campus Connector<br />
back to the St. Paul campus.<br />
• The final bus will depart from Uptown at 4:00 p.m.<br />
Area Description<br />
Head to Uptown for a day of shopping in the many boutique <strong>and</strong> specialty stores around Calhoun<br />
Square. This Minneapolis neighborhood is known for the wide variety of restaurants <strong>and</strong> coffee shops,<br />
so stop <strong>and</strong> enjoy some culinary delights. Spend a day enjoying the weather <strong>and</strong> water at either Lake<br />
Calhoun or Lake of the Isles. Uptown is merely a short bike ride away from campus when you take the<br />
Midtown Greenway bike <strong>and</strong> pedestrian path. After Welcome Week, take Metro Transit bus lines 2, 4, or<br />
6, or express Route 113.<br />
Uptown Facts!<br />
Minneapolis’s name was derived from a combination of Sioux <strong>and</strong> Greek<br />
words meaning “city of waters.” No name could suit the area better: 22<br />
lakes exist within the city limits <strong>and</strong> afford Minneapolis the nickname<br />
“City of Lakes.”<br />
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<strong>Community</strong><br />
Exploration Day!<br />
The city’s Chain of Lakes (five, in all) includes Uptown’s Lake of the Isles<br />
<strong>and</strong> Lake Calhoun. All of the lakes are attached by a 12-mile system of<br />
walking, biking <strong>and</strong> running paths.<br />
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Seeking Worship <strong>and</strong> <strong>Community</strong> Opportunities<br />
The Interfaith Campus Coalition is a body of religious professionals <strong>and</strong> student leaders who are part<br />
of the University of Minnesota community. They strive to integrate religious experience with campus life<br />
while fostering dialogue, underst<strong>and</strong>ing <strong>and</strong> respect among people of different faith communities.<br />
For a list of Interfaith Campus Coalition places of worship visit: www.iccumn.org<br />
For a list of faith-based student groups visit: www.sua.umn.edu<br />
When discussing beliefs with others remember to:<br />
Listen for instant answers. Your serious questions deserve in-depth responses <strong>and</strong> long-term solutions.<br />
Be aware of groups that pressure you to behave differently. No one knows what is right for you but you.<br />
Look out for invitations to gatherings with vague goals. It could be a sign that something is being<br />
hidden from you.<br />
Be curious. When you ask people questions about themselves <strong>and</strong> their beliefs, you encourage<br />
a genuine exchange of ideas <strong>and</strong> sharing that leads to greater underst<strong>and</strong>ing between people.<br />
Want to talk with someone<br />
During your time at the University it’s possible you may need some help dealing with problems<br />
related to stress, anger, depression, anxiety, poor grades, academic difficulties, or other issues.<br />
This is not uncommon. University Counseling & Consulting Services offers a number of services<br />
to assist students with mental health, academic <strong>and</strong> career choice challenges.<br />
Visit www.mentalhealth.umn.edu or www.uccs.umn.edu for more information.<br />
Meals<br />
Residential Students<br />
Brunch – 11:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m.<br />
Dinner – 4:30 p.m.–7:00 p.m.<br />
*See your personal schedule for dining locations.<br />
University Counseling & Consulting Services (UCCS)<br />
340 Appleby <strong>Hall</strong> (East Bank) or 199 Coffey <strong>Hall</strong> (St. Paul)<br />
612-624-3323<br />
Reminders<br />
Today’s <strong>Events</strong>:<br />
Prepare for Classes!<br />
UCCS Welcome Week Hours:<br />
Wednesday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.<br />
In an emergency call 911<br />
• Make sure you have all of your books<br />
for the first day of class tomorrow!<br />
• Check out some of the optional events<br />
taking place today.<br />
• Try exploring campus today <strong>and</strong> finding all<br />
of the locations of your classes.<br />
• See page 4 for Free-Time Activities.<br />
Rest<br />
Prepare for Classes<br />
Student Group <strong>Events</strong><br />
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Event Schedule & Descriptions<br />
Optional Activities:<br />
Prepare for Classes!<br />
@Home in Minnesota State Fair Event<br />
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.<br />
CMU - President’s Room<br />
If you’re an out-of-state student, get ready to experience<br />
lots of fried food, anything on a stick, animal exhibits,<br />
music, rides, <strong>and</strong> more at the “Great Minnesota Get-<br />
Together!” @Home in Minnesota is providing free tickets<br />
to the State Fair for out-of-state first-year students.<br />
During Event Selection, you had the option to opt in<br />
to this event – check your personal schedule to see if<br />
you chose to participate in the State Fair event. Meet<br />
a Welcome Week Leader between 10:00 a.m.-12:00<br />
p.m. to get your tickets <strong>and</strong> be escorted to the State<br />
Fair shuttle. You will be responsible for finding your way<br />
back to campus. Not an out-of-state student A limited<br />
number of discounted tickets to the State Fair a<br />
re available at the Bookstore!<br />
Minnesota Daily Tour<br />
10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.<br />
Minnesota Daily Office,<br />
2221 University Avenue SE, Suite 450<br />
Incoming students will have the chance to tour the<br />
Minnesota Daily! During the tour they will be able<br />
to learn more about the Daily as a news source,<br />
information hub, <strong>and</strong> unique collegiate employment<br />
opportunity! Tours will occur every half hour starting<br />
at 10:00 a.m., with our last tour beginning at 1:30 p.m.<br />
Students interested in taking tours should meet at the<br />
front desk of our office, located at 2221 University Ave.<br />
SE, Suite 450.<br />
Al-Madinah Welcomes U!<br />
12:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.<br />
CMU - Room 217<br />
On behalf of AMCC (Al-Madinah Cultural Center),<br />
Welcome Class of 2016! Come enjoy your final afternoon<br />
off before you start your college career with us. Enjoy<br />
food sampling from around the Muslim world, have your<br />
name written in Arabic in fancy calligraphy, learn about<br />
AMCC <strong>and</strong> Islam through trivia games with prizes, <strong>and</strong><br />
come meet the board in a fun-filled day!<br />
Picnic at the Park<br />
12:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m.<br />
CMU - Front Plaza<br />
Whether you’re into football, soccer, or Frisbee, or just<br />
want to hang out at the park, you’re bound to meet<br />
some friendly new faces at this picnic! Take a break<br />
before school starts – come run around (or not), <strong>and</strong><br />
enjoy a FREE BBQ LUNCH! This event is sponsored<br />
by acts2fellowship, a Christian student group that<br />
meets weekly on campus. Find out more about us<br />
<strong>and</strong> our other exciting opportunities at this event.<br />
Undergraduate Consulting Club<br />
Informational Meeting<br />
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.<br />
CMU - Room 307<br />
Want to jump-start your college career Let the<br />
Undergraduate Consulting Club be the one to<br />
give YOU career information regarding tips on<br />
how to successfully look for internships as well<br />
as learn the in’s <strong>and</strong> out’s of networking! You will<br />
have the opportunity to speak with students with<br />
internship <strong>and</strong> full-time work experience. Let the<br />
Undergraduate Consulting Club be the start<br />
toward your professional career!<br />
Art of Living Club Kick-Off Event<br />
5:15 p.m.–6:15 p.m.<br />
CMU - Room 307<br />
Breathing, it seems easy enough, right The Art of<br />
Living Club shows you how to use breathing to charge<br />
your nervous system, decrease stress <strong>and</strong> anxiety,<br />
enhance memory <strong>and</strong> concentration, <strong>and</strong> relax <strong>and</strong><br />
rejuvenate <strong>and</strong> live your life to the fullest. Come<br />
share pizza with us <strong>and</strong> discover how YES!+ (yoga,<br />
empowerment, <strong>and</strong> service) workshop can awaken<br />
the life within living!<br />
A Day in Dinkytown<br />
2:00 p.m.<br />
Depart from CMU Front Plaza<br />
Student Neighborhood Liaisons<br />
There’s a party in Dinkytown! Join the<br />
Neighborhood Liaisons in a walking tour of<br />
Dinkytown where you will stop by some of the<br />
city’s signature restaurants, music venues,<br />
<strong>and</strong> shops! The tour will include games <strong>and</strong><br />
refreshments in Van Cleve park. Come get to<br />
know your fellow freshman <strong>and</strong> your neighbors!<br />
All Day! Relax<br />
Take this time to make sure you are settled in before classes. If you can check off all the activities below<br />
<strong>and</strong> on page 4, then you are off to a good start.<br />
• Get plenty of rest before classes <strong>and</strong> get ready for the start of your college career!<br />
• Make sure you have your books for classes.<br />
• Explore campus with friends <strong>and</strong> find your classrooms - ask your WWLs for help!<br />
• Get to know your roommate more.<br />
• Double check traffic <strong>and</strong> construction updates so your commute to campus will be smooth.<br />
• Get a workout in at the Rec. Center. See page 4 for hours.<br />
Evening: <strong>Residence</strong> <strong>Hall</strong> <strong>Community</strong> <strong>Events</strong><br />
Quick Note from One Stop<br />
Cash or credit<br />
Credit cards were never intended for longterm<br />
financing. You’re better off saving<br />
for large purchases until you can buy with<br />
cash. Learn more at:<br />
http://z.umn.edu/LLAScreditcards<br />
• Each residence hall will have specific activities planned for a night of relaxing<br />
<strong>and</strong> meeting new people.<br />
• Look for specific details in your building or talk to your <strong>Community</strong> Advisor, but possible examples<br />
may include a corn roast, coloring night, or movies <strong>and</strong> popcorn.<br />
Prepare for Classes!<br />
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Make the Most of Your Gopher Experience!<br />
Homecoming: Legendary U<br />
October 7 - 14<br />
Since 1914, the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities,<br />
has celebrated Homecoming; a week dedicated<br />
to honoring the spirit of the maroon <strong>and</strong> gold. This<br />
celebration brings the campus community together<br />
with events such as; cheer <strong>and</strong> lip sync competitions,<br />
sports competitions, community service events,<br />
<strong>and</strong> of course the Homecoming parade, concert<br />
<strong>and</strong> football game.<br />
homecoming.umn.edu<br />
Campus Activities Fair<br />
September 12, 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.<br />
CMU, Front Plaza<br />
September 18, 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.<br />
SPSC, Front Terrace<br />
The Activities Fair, hosted by Student Unions<br />
& Activities, is a great place to find involvement<br />
opportunities. Find a student group that fits one<br />
of your interests at the Activities Fair <strong>and</strong> get<br />
involved in the campus community.<br />
Parents Weekend<br />
September 28 - September 30<br />
Mark your calendars <strong>and</strong> invite your family!<br />
The University of Minnesota’s Parents Weekend<br />
presents many activities for your family to<br />
participate in <strong>and</strong> see what college life at<br />
the U of M is all about!<br />
Late Night Breakfast<br />
December 13<br />
Every fall semester before exam week begins,<br />
Housing & Residential Life <strong>and</strong> University Dining<br />
Services hosts Late Night Breakfast. Visit one<br />
of the residential restaurants <strong>and</strong> load up on<br />
some delicious breakfast before starting finals<br />
the next morning.<br />
Finals Week: Study at the Libraries 24/7<br />
During finals week many of the University Libraries<br />
(Walter, Wilson, Bio-Med) are open 24 hours a day.<br />
Students cram at all hours for finals. The librarians<br />
plan de-stressing events <strong>and</strong> attractions for students<br />
to take advantage of all week.<br />
Spring Jam 2013<br />
April 25 - 27<br />
Celebrating the warm weather <strong>and</strong> end of the<br />
school year, Spring Jam is a three-day music<br />
festival planned by students on the Student Unions<br />
& Activities Programming Board, <strong>and</strong> includes many<br />
live concerts <strong>and</strong> performances, <strong>and</strong> a lineup of<br />
special events that make up the largest campus-wide<br />
event of spring!<br />
springjam.umn.edu<br />
Gopher Athletics<br />
Gopher Athletics offers FREE admission or discounted<br />
student tickets to ALL Gopher athletic events. Show<br />
your maroon <strong>and</strong> gold school spirit right away by<br />
purchasing your season football, basketball <strong>and</strong> hockey<br />
tickets today! Visit www.mygophersports.com or call<br />
612-624-8080 for all athletic tickets <strong>and</strong> information.<br />
There are over 20 sports to choose from!<br />
Northrop <strong>Events</strong><br />
In winter 2011, Northrop Auditorium, in the heart of the<br />
East Bank campus, closed for a significant revitalization<br />
that will transform it into a leading performing arts<br />
<strong>and</strong> vital academic center of distinction in Minnesota<br />
when it re-opens in fall 2013. During this time, Northrop<br />
Concerts <strong>and</strong> Lectures has launched its NORTHROP<br />
MOVES campaign <strong>and</strong> will move its world-class dance<br />
programming to downtown Minneapolis in the gorgeous<br />
Orpheum Theatre on Hennepin Avenue. Student, staff,<br />
<strong>and</strong> faculty discount <strong>and</strong> rush tickets are available.<br />
612-625-6600, northrop.umn.edu<br />
Don’t shop on an empty stomach.<br />
Savvy grocery shoppers use lists<br />
<strong>and</strong> always go shopping after dinner.<br />
Find more grocery tips at:<br />
http://z.umn.edu/LLASgroceries<br />
Special Thanks to our External Sponsors<br />
Special thanks to the University of Minnesota<br />
community <strong>and</strong> numerous colleges <strong>and</strong> departments<br />
for contributing to Welcome Week!<br />
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Strengths Quick Reference Guide<br />
Achiever (Executing)<br />
People strong in the Achiever theme have a great deal of<br />
stamina <strong>and</strong> work hard. They take great satisfaction from<br />
being busy <strong>and</strong> productive.<br />
Healthy/Productive Descriptors: tireless, strong work<br />
ethic, leads by example, go-getter, hungry.<br />
Unhealthy/Barrier Descriptors: unbalanced, brownnoser,<br />
overcommitted, can’t say no, burns the c<strong>and</strong>le at both<br />
ends, too concentrated on work.<br />
Belief (Executing)<br />
People strong in the Belief theme have certain core values<br />
that are unchanging. Out of these values emerges a<br />
defined purpose for their life.<br />
Healthy/Productive Descriptors: passionate, steadfast,<br />
knows where he or she st<strong>and</strong>s, altruistic, family-oriented,<br />
ethical, responsible.<br />
Unhealthy/Barrier Descriptors: stubborn, set in his or<br />
her ways, elitist, unaccepting of other ideas, opinionated,<br />
goody-two-shoes.<br />
Consistency (Executing)<br />
People strong in the Consistency theme are keenly aware<br />
of the need to treat people the same. They try to treat<br />
everyone in the world with consistency by setting up clear<br />
rules <strong>and</strong> adhering to them.<br />
Healthy/Productive Descriptors: just, problem-solver,<br />
policy-maker.<br />
Unhealthy/Barrier Descriptors: “by the book”, inflexible,<br />
unwilling to customize/ individualize.<br />
Empathy (Relationship Building)<br />
People strong in the Empathy theme can sense the<br />
feelings of other people by imagining themselves in others’<br />
lives or situations.<br />
Healthy/Productive Descriptors: creates trust, brings<br />
healing, knows just what to say/do, customizes approach<br />
to others.<br />
Unhealthy/Barrier Descriptors: “soft”, moody, overinvolved.<br />
Activator (Influencing)<br />
People strong in the Activator theme can make things<br />
happen by turning thoughts into action. They may activate<br />
on thoughts, feelings, or decisions.<br />
Healthy/Productive Descriptors: self-starter, fire-starter,<br />
energy source, fearless.<br />
Unhealthy/Barrier Descriptors: ready-fire-aim, loose<br />
cannon, speaks before thinking, in left field (because<br />
others haven’t caught up).<br />
Comm<strong>and</strong> (Influencing)<br />
People strong in the Comm<strong>and</strong> theme have presence.<br />
They can take control of a situation <strong>and</strong> make decisions.<br />
Healthy/Productive Descriptors: charismatic, direct,<br />
driven, inspirational, easy to follow, clear, concise.<br />
Unhealthy/Barrier Descriptors: bossy, know-it-all,<br />
domineering, rude, abrupt, short, strong-willed, inflexible,<br />
stubborn.<br />
Context (Strategic Thinking)<br />
People strong in the Context theme enjoy thinking about<br />
the past. They underst<strong>and</strong> the present by researching its<br />
history.<br />
Healthy/Productive Descriptors: has robust historical<br />
frame of reference, learns lessons from the past, knows<br />
how things came to be, can leverage knowledge of the<br />
past.<br />
Unhealthy/Barrier Descriptors: slow to move <strong>and</strong> react to<br />
change, closed-minded, lives in the past.<br />
Focus (Executing)<br />
People strong in the Focus theme can take a direction,<br />
follow through, <strong>and</strong> make the corrections necessary to stay<br />
on track. They prioritize, <strong>and</strong> then act.<br />
Healthy/Productive Descriptors: point person,<br />
disciplined, purposeful, laser-like precision, identifies<br />
important areas quickly, goal setter <strong>and</strong> goal getter.<br />
Unhealthy/Barrier Descriptors: Absorbed, tough to relax,<br />
intense, stressed.<br />
Adaptability (Relationship Building)<br />
People strong in the Adaptability theme prefer to “go with<br />
the flow”. They tend to be “now” people who take things as<br />
they come <strong>and</strong> discover the future one day at a time.<br />
Healthy/Productive Descriptors: flexible, comfortable in<br />
times of change, easy to get along with, goes with the flow.<br />
Unhealthy/Barrier Descriptors: directionless, indecisive,<br />
sheep, inconclusive, whimsical.<br />
Analytical (Strategic Thinking)<br />
People strong in the Analytical theme search for reasons<br />
<strong>and</strong> causes. They have the ability to think about all the<br />
factors that might affect a situation.<br />
Healthy/Productive Descriptors: Thinks things through,<br />
smart, logical, deep, thorough, comfortable with numbers,<br />
figures, <strong>and</strong> charts.<br />
Unhealthy/Barrier Descriptors: rude, short, tough, never<br />
satisfied with the answer, asks too many questions.<br />
Arranger (Executing)<br />
People strong in the Arranger theme can organize, but they<br />
also have a flexibility that complements this ability. They<br />
like to figure out how all of the pieces <strong>and</strong> resources can<br />
be arranged for maximum productivity.<br />
Healthy/Productive Descriptors: flexible, organizer,<br />
juggler, aligns <strong>and</strong> realigns tasks to find the most<br />
productive configuration possible, efficient, conductor.<br />
Unhealthy/Barrier Descriptors: lacks structure, too<br />
flexible, doesn’t follow the existing rules or procedures,<br />
constantly changes priorities, lacks vision.<br />
Communication (Influencing)<br />
People strong in the Communication theme generally find<br />
it easy to put their thoughts into words. They are good<br />
conversationalists <strong>and</strong> presenters.<br />
Healthy/Productive Descriptors: storyteller, great<br />
presence, easy to talk to, energizer, entertaining,<br />
charismatic.<br />
Unhealthy/Barrier Descriptors: blabbermouth, poor<br />
listener, self-absorbed, show-off, always needs attention.<br />
Competition (Influencing)<br />
People strong in the Competition theme measure their<br />
progress against the performance of others. They strive to<br />
win first place <strong>and</strong> revel in contests.<br />
Healthy/Productive Descriptors: driven, motivated, No. 1,<br />
measurement-oriented, winner.<br />
Unhealthy/Barrier Descriptors: sore loser, not a team<br />
player, puts down others, self-centered, confrontational.<br />
Connectedness (Relationship Building)<br />
People strong in the Connectedness theme have faith in<br />
the links between all things. They believe there are few<br />
coincidences <strong>and</strong> that almost every event has a reason.<br />
Healthy/Productive Descriptors: spiritual, “doesn’t sweat<br />
the small stuff”, strong faith, always looking at the big<br />
picture, helps others see purpose.<br />
Unhealthy/Barrier Descriptors: passive, naïve, too<br />
idealistic, wishy-washy.<br />
Deliberative (Executing)<br />
People strong in the Deliberative theme are best described<br />
by the serious care they take in making decisions or<br />
choices. They anticipate the obstacles.<br />
Healthy/Productive Descriptors: good judgment,<br />
identifies risk, makes solid decisions, can plan for the<br />
unexpected.<br />
Unhealthy/Barrier Descriptors: st<strong>and</strong>offish, aloof,<br />
cautious, slow, introverted, afraid to act.<br />
Developer (Relationship Building)<br />
People strong in the Developer theme recognize <strong>and</strong><br />
cultivate the potential in others. They spot the signs of<br />
each small improvement <strong>and</strong> derive satisfaction from<br />
these improvements.<br />
Healthy/Productive Descriptors: grows talent in others,<br />
teacher, coach, enjoys helping others succeed, invests in<br />
others.<br />
Unhealthy/Barrier Descriptors: not an individual<br />
contributor, wastes time on low-potential people, spectator.<br />
Discipline (Executing)<br />
People strong in the Discipline theme enjoy routine<br />
<strong>and</strong> structure. Their world is best described by the<br />
order they create.<br />
Healthy/Productive Descriptors: highly productive<br />
<strong>and</strong> accurate because of ability to structure, breaks<br />
down complex processes into steps, great planner,<br />
promotes efficiency.<br />
Unhealthy/Barrier Descriptors: overbearing, rigid,<br />
mechanized, can’t h<strong>and</strong>le change.<br />
Futuristic (Strategic Thinking)<br />
People strong in the Futuristic theme are inspired by the<br />
future <strong>and</strong> what could be. They inspire others with their<br />
visions of the future.<br />
Healthy/Productive Descriptors: imaginative, creative,<br />
visionary, even prophetic, inspiring.<br />
Unhealthy/Barrier Descriptors: dreamer, “Fantasy<br />
Isl<strong>and</strong>”, out in left field, lack pragmatism.<br />
Harmony (Relationship Building)<br />
People strong in the Harmony theme look for consensus.<br />
They don’t enjoy conflict; rather, they seek areas of<br />
agreement.<br />
Healthy/Productive Descriptors: negotiator, can see<br />
both sides of a situation, great at asking questions, able to<br />
arrive at consensus, great facilitator.<br />
Unhealthy/Barrier Descriptors: weak, indecisive, not<br />
confrontational, avoids conflict.<br />
Ideation (Strategic Thinking)<br />
People strong in the Ideation theme are fascinated<br />
by ideas. They are able to find connections between<br />
seemingly disparate phenomena.<br />
Healthy/Productive Descriptors: improves on the<br />
existing, learns quickly, agile mind.<br />
Unhealthy/Barrier Descriptors: serendipitous, lack followthrough,<br />
creates more work.<br />
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Includer (Relationship Building)<br />
People strong in the Includer theme are accepting of<br />
others. They show awareness of those who feel left out <strong>and</strong><br />
make an effort to include them.<br />
Healthy/Productive Descriptors: invites others in, caring,<br />
engages others, sensitive, takes up for others.<br />
Unhealthy/Barrier Descriptors: indiscriminate, unable to<br />
decide, generous to a fault.<br />
Individualization (Relationship Building)<br />
People strong in the Individualization theme are intrigued<br />
with the unique qualities of each person. They have a gift<br />
for figuring out how people who are different can work<br />
together productively.<br />
Healthy/Productive Descriptors: sees the uniqueness in<br />
all individuals, intuitively knows that “one size doesn’t fit<br />
all”, appreciates the differences in others.<br />
Unhealthy/Barrier Descriptors: unable to synthesize<br />
when it comes to people, has difficulty placing group<br />
above individual, difficulty in making people decisions.<br />
Input (Strategic Thinking)<br />
People strong in the Input theme have a need to collect<br />
<strong>and</strong> archive. They collect information, ideas, history, or<br />
even relationships.<br />
Healthy/Productive Descriptors: great resource,<br />
knowledgeable, excellent memory, mind for detail, collects<br />
interesting things, excellent conversationalist.<br />
Unhealthy/Barrier Descriptors: knows a lot of worthless<br />
information, pack rat, cluttered house-cluttered mind,<br />
boring conversationalist.<br />
Intellection (Strategic Thinking)<br />
People strong in the Intellection theme are characterized<br />
by their intellectual activity. They are introspective <strong>and</strong><br />
appreciate intellectual discussions.<br />
Healthy/Productive Descriptors: excellent thinker, enjoys<br />
musing, capable of deep <strong>and</strong> philosophical thought, able<br />
to work alone.<br />
Unhealthy/Barrier Descriptors: a loner, slow to act or<br />
wastes time thinking too much, isolated, doesn’t work well<br />
with others.<br />
Learner (Strategic Thinking)<br />
People strong in the Learner theme have a great desire to<br />
learn <strong>and</strong> want to continuously improve. In particular, the<br />
process of learning, rather than the outcome, excites them.<br />
Healthy/Productive Descriptors: always learning,<br />
catches on quickly, interested in many things, finds life<br />
intriguing.<br />
Unhealthy/Barrier Descriptors: know-it-all, lacks focus on<br />
results, learns a lot – produces little, bookish.<br />
Maximizer (Influencing)<br />
People strong in the Maximizer theme focus on strengths<br />
as a way to stimulate personal <strong>and</strong> group excellence. They<br />
seek to transform something strong into something superb.<br />
Healthy/Productive Descriptors: mastery, success,<br />
excellence, enjoys working with the best.<br />
Unhealthy/Barrier Descriptors: perfectionist, picky,<br />
never good enough, always reworking.<br />
Positivity (Relationship Building)<br />
People strong in the Positivity theme have an enthusiasm<br />
that is contagious. They are upbeat <strong>and</strong> can get others<br />
excited about what they are going to do.<br />
Healthy/Productive Descriptors: enthusiastic,<br />
lighthearted, energetic, generous with praise, optimistic.<br />
Unhealthy/Barrier Descriptors: insincere, naïve,<br />
superficial, Pollyanna.<br />
Relator (Relationship Building)<br />
People who are strong in the Relator theme enjoy close<br />
relationships with others. They find deep satisfaction in<br />
working hard with friends to achieve a goal.<br />
Healthy/Productive Descriptors: caring, trusting, a great<br />
friend, forgiving, generous.<br />
Unhealthy/Barrier Descriptors: lives in a clique, crony,<br />
has an inner circle, plays favorites.<br />
Responsibility (Executing)<br />
People strong in the Responsibility theme take<br />
psychological ownership of what they say they will do.<br />
They are committed to stable values such as honesty <strong>and</strong><br />
loyalty.<br />
Healthy/Productive Descriptors: committed,<br />
accountable, independent, trusted, conscientious.<br />
Unhealthy/Barrier Descriptors: micromanager,<br />
obsessive, can’t say “no,” takes on too much.<br />
Restorative (Executing)<br />
People strong in the Restorative theme are adept at<br />
dealing with problems. They are good at figuring out what<br />
is wrong <strong>and</strong> resolving it.<br />
Healthy/Productive Descriptors: problem solver,<br />
troubleshooter, finds improvements <strong>and</strong> solutions.<br />
Unhealthy/Barrier Descriptors: focuses on weaknesses,<br />
punitive, negative, critical.<br />
Self-Assurance (Influencing)<br />
People strong in the Self-Assurance theme feel confident<br />
in their ability to manage their own lives. They possess<br />
an inner compass that gives them confidence that their<br />
decisions are right.<br />
Healthy/Productive Descriptors: self-confident, strong<br />
inner compass, risk-taker.<br />
Unhealthy/Barrier Descriptors: arrogant, self-righteous,<br />
overconfident, stubborn.<br />
Significance (Influencing)<br />
People strong in the Significance theme want to be very<br />
important in the eyes of others. They are independent <strong>and</strong><br />
want to be recognized.<br />
Healthy/Productive Descriptors: seeks outst<strong>and</strong>ing<br />
performance, does things of importance, independent.<br />
Unhealthy/Barrier Descriptors: recognition-hungry, selffocused,<br />
needy.<br />
Strategic (Strategic Thinking)<br />
People strong in the Strategic theme create alternative<br />
ways to proceed. Faced with any given scenario, they can<br />
quickly spot the relevant patterns <strong>and</strong> issues.<br />
Healthy/Productive Descriptors: good judgment,<br />
identifies risk, makes solid decisions, can plan for the<br />
unexpected.<br />
Unhealthy/Barrier Descriptors: st<strong>and</strong>offish, aloof,<br />
cautious, slow, introverted, afraid to act.<br />
Woo (Influencing)<br />
People strong in the Woo theme love the challenge of<br />
meeting new people <strong>and</strong> winning them over. They derive<br />
satisfaction from breaking the ice <strong>and</strong> making a connection<br />
with another person.<br />
Healthy/Productive Descriptors: outgoing, peopleoriented,<br />
networker, rapport-builder.<br />
Unhealthy/Barrier Descriptors: fake, shallow, does not<br />
care about deep relationships.<br />
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<strong>and</strong> each of the 34 Clifton StrengthsFinder<br />
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