New Student Orientation will take place August 27-30, 2009.
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Program Registration at Residence Halls
All new students must receive their green authorization card, issued by the Business Office during the registration process, to gain access to the residence halls.
Men: register at Dominic Hall
Women: register at Joan of Arc Hall
Commuters: register at Cushing Center, beginning at 10:30 a.m.
Transfer students: register at the table/tent across from the Geisel library
Students arriving after 11 a.m. should report to the Dean of Students Office in Alumni Hall to begin the registration process.
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| 11 a.m. |
Commuter Student Meeting
North Lounge, Cushing Center
Learn about the challenges and rewards of being a commuting student from students who are experienced commuters. |
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| 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. |
Lunch
Davison Hall
Complimentary lunch provided to students and families. |
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| 11 a.m – 3 p.m. |
Getting Settled
Information Technology: Picking up a laptop? Go to Poisson 104, where the Information Technology department will help you.
Human Resources: If you are planning on working on campus -- either through a work study or payroll position -- you will need to stop by the human resources table in the Cushing Center lobby.
College Achievement Program: Stop by the Academic Resource Center (ARC), bottom floor Cushing Center.
Bank Accounts: Stop by the first floor of the Cushing Center, where representatives from Bank of America, Citizens Bank, and TD BankNorth will be on hand to help you set up an account.
Bookstore: The bookstore is open for business. Stop by to pick up books for class, and as many Saint Anselm logo items as you can carry.
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| 11:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. |
Alumni Family
Dana Center Conference Room
Come join other students with Saint Anselm family connections for an “all in the family” photo. This is a great opportunity for students and their alumni parents to meet and share their common bond. |
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| 12 – 3 p.m. |
Open House at the Multicultural Center
Cushing Center
Students and families are welcome to drop in for coffee and conversation with current students. |
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| 1:30 – 2:15 p.m. |
Teacher Education Program Meeting
Dana Center Conference Room
Students interested in the teacher education program are encouraged to attend this informative meeting. Dr. Laura Wasielewski, chair of the education department, will introduce the program and discuss the path to certification. |
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| 1:30 – 2:15 p.m. |
Study Abroad
Perini Lecture Hall
Prof. Donald Cox, director of education abroad, will introduce the options available to Saint Anselm students. Good planning starts early! |
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| 1:30 – 2:15 p.m. |
Pre-Professional in the Health Sciences
Gadbois 4
Students interested in medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine, physical therapy, optometry, pharmacy, or physician assistant programs (not nursing) will hear Carolyn Weinreb, Ph.D., chief health professions advisor, explain what is necessary to become a competitive applicant for graduate professional programs. |
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| 1:30 – 2:15 p.m. |
Pre-Law
North Lounge, Cushing Center
This session will introduce the law school admission process. Anne Harrington, director of academic advisement, will discuss how to become a competitive candidate for law school, including what grades and LSAT scores are needed, and what type of extracurriculars look good on an application. |
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| 3 p.m. |
Family Mass
Students and their families are invited to join us for Mass in the Abbey Church. |
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| 4 p.m. |
President’s Welcome and Reception
In front of Alumni Hall on the quad
Sullivan Arena if inclement weather
All new students and their families are invited to join Fr. Jonathan DeFelice, O.S.B., president of the college, and other members of the faculty and administration as we welcome you into the Saint Anselm community.
Reception: Immediately following the president’s welcome, there will be a brief reception. Refreshments will be served.
Parents: please enjoy this opportunity to say goodbye. Student orientation begins at 4:45 p.m.
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| 4:45 – 6 p.m. |
Team Meeting #1
Team meeting locations
It’s time to meet classmates and team leaders and get organized for the evening’s activities. Meet your classmates and team leaders on the quad. |
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| 6 – 7:15 p.m. |
Team Barbecue Dinner
Grappone Stadium
Join your orientation team for your first class barbecue. |
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| 7:30 – 8:30 p.m. |
Floor Meeting in the Residence Halls |
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| 7:30 – 8:30 p.m. |
Commuter Student Social
Cushing Center Lobby
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| 8:30 p.m. |
Five Thoughts about College: Mike Webber
Koonz Theater
It’s new… it’s exciting… it’s scary! Senior year has come and gone and now it’s time to start all over. Have fun with this interactive adventure as you realize that your attitude can make or break your freshman year. Discover the five major changes that students need to make to ease the transition to college life. |
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| 10 p.m. and later |
Residence Halls and Coffee Shop
Carr Center Games: Come down to the Carr Center for late night games—basketball, floor hockey, volley ball, etc.
Nimbus 9: Music in the Coffee Shop. With a wide range of inspirations, this tightly-knit quartet from southern New Hampshire has composed an eclectic catalogue of music to display their innovative sound. Having performed at clubs such as The Paradise Rock Club and the Middle East in Boston, the group has proven their ability to play in almost any venue to a wide variety of audiences. The Coffee Shop will be open until midnight... bring your meal card and have a snack.
Commuters are welcome… just join up with students from your orientation group.
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