Week of Welcome 2011

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W.O.Wand is a requirement for all first-year students. Prior toConvocation you will officially enter the GeorgiaCollege community by walking through the historic per-gola and receiving your class pin. After Convocation,you are invited to a reception with members of theGeorgia College faculty and staff. Following the recep-tion a couple of comedians will have you laughing in

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CAMPUS ACTIVITIES BOARD (CAB) PRE-SENTS: DAVE & ETHAN: College Dating Coaches 9 – 11 p.m., Russell AuditoriumChildhood friends Dave and Ethan posted adson Craigslist and YouTube, inviting pairs of girlsto double date them. As the responses poured in,they began charting their experiences in a seriesof video blogs, which quickly became a YouTubecomedy series about double dating. Don’t missthis hilarious view of the college dating scene!Learn more...

SATURDAY, AUGUST 13

FUN IN THE SUN 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.,Look for us on Greene StreetWhat’s better than water on a hot summer’s day?Giant water-filled inflatables!!! We will celebrate allthe things that make Georgia College an exciting placeto be: diverse people, arts, music, food, and a wholelot of fun! Don’t forget your towel! Featuring: The Makepeace BrothersThe Makepeace Brothers are progenitors of roots-basedpower-pop, saturating their listeners with feel-goodvibes and delightfully sing-along-friendly hooks. make-peaceGrowing up they’ve been bathed in just about everygenre of music we can think of, and they bring thesewildly diverse influences together for a sound all theirown. The Makepeace Brothers’ songwriting has beenequally inspired by the poetry of Bob Dylan; the politi-cal consciousness of Bruce Springsteen and Bob Marley,the array of musical possibilities put forth by U2, PaulSimon, Van Morrison, and by many hometown musi-cians and friends including Hank Roberts, RichieStearns, Donna the Buffalo, and The Horseflies. Learnmore about Makepeace Brother at http://makepeace-brothers.com.Featuring: The Cultural Center’s Open HouseLocated in the Ann-Simpson Smith House ( next to WellsHall), the Cultural Center is home to Diversity Programand Services, Women’s Center, and a number of stu-dent groups, including Pride Alliance, Black StudentAlliance, and Latino Student Association.

3 ON 3 BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT 2 – 5 p.m.,Centennial CenterThe Office of Recreational Sports is hosting a 3 on 3basketball tournament for students who are interested inintramural sports. Registration is on-site. If you are hav-ing trouble forming a team, no problem, the Rec Sportsstaff will help you form teams as part of this event. Youwill also learn more about upcoming intramural eventsand club sports. Winners will receive prizes.

BOBCAT MARKETPLACE & COMMUNITY CELEBRA-TION 6 – 8 p.m., Centennial Residential CourtyardMilledgeville is a great place to live and learn! Comemeet and greet the various people and group that makeMilledgeville such a great place. You will have opportu-nities to connect with various faith-based groups, com-munity service agencies, and your new neighbors in thehistoric district. In addition student groups will be onhand to provide additional information about joiningtheir organizations. Get involved and get connected!

PICTURE PERFECT PICNIC 7 – 9 p.m.,Centennial Residential Courtyard

RSA MOVIE NIGHT 9 – until,Centennial Residential CourtyardGrab your blanket and join us in the courtyard for amovie sponsored by the Resident Student Association.We will be showing a movie on a giant screen with thelatest in high definition video and an amazing soundsystem. The movie will begin when it is dark outside.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 14SPECIAL BRUNCH 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., The Max

RESUME WORKSHOPS 2 p.m. and 3 p.m.,Lanier Hall, 2nd Floor, University Career CenterIf you’re planning to work on or off campus, you willneed to turn your college admissions resume into afocused, one-page resume that highlights the skills andaccomplishments employers are seeking. During theseone-hour sessions, the University Career Center staff willshow you how to create an interview worthy resumethat you can build upon throughout your college career.To get feedback on your current resume, we recom-mend that you bring your resume with you. Visitwww.gcsu.edu/career for more information.

“CAN I KISS YOU?” 8 – 9:30 p.m.,Russell AuditoriumThis event is mandatory for all first-year students.Thissession is being brought back by popular demand! Itwill educate students on the importance of developinghealthy relationships in college and beyond. For over15 years, Mike Domitrz has been inspiring students withhis hilarious sense of humor and his truly uniqueapproach to healthier dating and communication.Check him out: http://www.datesafeproject.org/

CAMPUS ACTIVITIES BOARD (CAB) PRESENTS:ADAM ACE 10 p.m. – until,Russell Auditorium Adam Ace’s comedy show is unlike anything you haveever seen! Everyone agrees that he is hilarious, viva-cious, and truly a unique comedian. He incorporatesimprovisation, original creativity to his performances,and interacts with his audiences. Check him out:http://www.adamace.com/.

MONDAY, AUGUST 15NOTE: Monday, Wednesday, Friday classes begin today.

LEMONADE BRIGADE 7:45 a.m. – 5 p.m.,Maxwell Student Union Shuttle Stop and A&S Fountain

POSTER SALE 8:45 a.m. – 4 p.m., A&S Fountain

CAMPUS JOBS OPEN HOUSE 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. This event is coordinated by the University CareerCenter, Human Resources, and Financial Aid. Workingon campus is a great way to get connected on campuswhile earning extra money. Are you interested in find-ing a campus job but not sure where to look? Campusoffices participating in our Campus Jobs Open Housewill be accepting resumes in their offices from 9 – 4:30during the first two days of classes. Check our website,www.gcsu.edu/career/campusjobfair.htm to see anupdated list of participating offices with their locationand job titles offered as well as job search success tipsand employment documentation requirements. To pre-pare, attend the resume workshop on Sunday, August14 at 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. in 232 Lanier Hall.

OPEN SWIMMING 1 – 5 p.m.,Centennial Center Swimming Pool

IN-RESIDENCE PROGRAMTBA – See your residence staff member for details.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 16NOTE: Tuesday, Thursday classes begin today.

LEMONADE BRIGADE 7:45 a.m. – 5 p.m.,Maxwell Student Union Shuttle Stop and A&S Fountain

POSTER SALE 8:45 a.m. – 4 p.m., A&S Fountain

CAMPUS JOBS OPEN HOUSE 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. This event is coordinated by the University CareerCenter, Human Resources, and Financial Aid. Workingon campus is a great way to get connected on campuswhile earning extra money. Are you interested in find-ing a campus job but not sure where to look? Campusoffices participating in our Campus Jobs Open Housewill be accepting resumes in their offices from 9 – 4:30during the first two days of classes. Check our website,www.gcsu.edu/career/campusjobfair.htm to see anupdated list of participating offices with their locationand job titles offered as well as job search success tipsand employment documentation requirements. To pre-pare, attend the resume workshop on Sunday, August14 at 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. in 232 Lanier Hall.

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THURSDAY,AUGUST 11MOVE-IN DAY 8 a.m. – 4 p.m., Assigned Residence Hall or Apartment move in. You willbegin your residential Georgia College experience bymoving into your assigned hall or apartment on August11. A variety of community members and returning stu-dents will be on hand to welcome you as you moveyour belongings into your room. These individuals areavailable to assist you by providing directions andanswering questions. Move-in details are availableonline at www.gcsu.edu/housing/.

ORIENTATION / REGISTRATION 12:30 - 3 p.m., A&S AuditoriumThis event is mandatory for first-year students who haven’t registered.If you are a new stu-dent and haven’t signed up for classes, don’t forgetabout registration.

DINNER 5 – 7 p.m., The Max

BOBCAT ATHLETICS PEP RALLY 7 – 7:30 p.m.,Centennial CenterPep rally! Get ready for a high-energy introduction toGeorgia College’s Varsity Athletics! As NCAA DivisionII members of the Peach Belt Conference, the Bobcatsare coming off back-to-back Commissioner’s CupChampionships for the best all-around sports teams.Learn how you can support the Bobcats to victory! Getyour Green Towel, learn fight songs and cheers, andcollect give-a-ways! Come empty handed and leavewith a Green Towel and a ton of Bobcat pride. Go Bobcats!!!

PLAYFAIR – THE POWER OF FUN AT COLLEGE 7:30 – 9 p.m., Centennial CenterPLAYFAIR is totally unlike anything else you have everexperienced. It’s entertainment! It’s fun! It’s the perfectway to make new campus friendships!Check them out:http://www.playfair.com

WING MEETING 9 - 10 p.m.,Assigned Residence HallThis event is mandatory for allfirst-year students.Each residence requires students toparticipate in a floor meeting. Gather with your newneighbors and learn more about them. After your meet-ing, your residence staff has a fun activity planned foryou. Don’t miss it!

BOBCATS AFTER DARK 10 p.m. LateNight Breakfast and FunFree food late at night isalways a good thing, but add bingo and prizes and itbecomes a GREAT thing. Don’t miss this chance tosocialize with your new friends, win great prizes andeat pancakes galore.

FRIDAY,AUGUST 12BREAKFAST8 a.m. The Max

BOBCAT BEGINNINGS / INSIGHT – TALK SHOW10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m., Russell Auditorium and A&SAuditorium Come to Russell Auditorium or A&S Auditorium for apreview of life at Georgia College. A student staff mem-ber from your residence hall or apartment will directyou to the correct location.This session explains what isexpected of you as a Georgia College student. Learnabout Georgia College traditions, Student GovernmentAssociation, and your Class Profile. You will gain insightinto the following opportunities: Health Services,Wellness & Rec Center, Career Center, Study Abroad,The Green Team, Diversity, Counseling, and PublicSafety.

LUNCH 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., The Max

CIRCLES MEETINGS/MEETING WITH THE AUTHOR(see Convocation below for book and author)1 - 4:30 p.m., A&S Classrooms and Russell AuditoriumGROUP 1 (by assigned residence hall) 1 - 2 p.m. inA&S Classrooms with Circle Leader for book discus-sion2:15 – 3:15 p.m. in Russell Auditorium for Q&Awith authorGROUP 2 (by assigned residence hall) 2:15 – 3:15p.m. in A&S Classrooms with Circle Leader for book dis-cussion3:30 – 4:30 p.m. in Russell Auditorium for Q&Awith author

DINNER 5 - 6 p.m., The Max

WING MEETING 6 – 7 p.m., Assigned Residence HallPut your mark on the Georgia College campus.Students will work with their Comm. Assistants to paintPaw Prints at the building entrance.

FRESHMAN CONVOCATION / RECEPTION7:45 - 8:30 p.m., Russell Auditorium (with A&S Auditoriumfor Overflow) This event is mandatory for all first-year stu-dents.Convocation is your official induction into theGeorgia College family. This year’s Convocation speak-er will be Camille Kingsolver, Barbara Kingsolver’sdaughter and co-author of Animal, Vegetable, Miracle.This event is dressier (no jeans or caps) CONTINUED

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