Welcome Week 2009

Schedule of Events

Tuesday, Aug.

18

Win a semester of FREE IN-STATE TUITION and other great prizes!

Your goal is to collect as many tickets as you can, and get at least one ticket of each color. In the schedule of events, you will see a ticket color next to each event for your reference, and the ticket colors are:

  • Orange - VCU Information Sessions
  • Yellow - Recreational and Wellness Programs
  • Green - Educational Programs
  • Purple - Academic Programs
  • Red - Social Programs
2009 Welcome Week
 Yoga

Descriptions of classes can be found on the Recreational Sports Web site
Time: 8 - 9 a.m.
Location: Siegel Center
Sponsor: Recreational Sports

Dr. Reuban Rodriguez
 Breakfast with the Dean

Come and have breakfast with Dr. Reuban Rodriguez, Associate Vice Provost and Dean of Student Affairs. First thirty students to RSVP at 828-8940 will have a chance to meet Dr. Rodriguez, to ask questions about VCU and to hear about the exciting plans for VCU over the next four years.
Time: 8:30 - 9:30 a.m.
Location: Compass Point Dining Room, Shafer Court
Sponsor: Office of the Dean of Student Affairs

 Day Canoe Trip

Bring lunch and a bottle of water with you! Join us for a relaxing day of canoeing on the Upper James River. This will be a scenic day paddle of mostly calm water with a few minor (class 1) rapids. Beginner canoeing instruction will be available. The OAP will supply guides, equipments and transportation and you supply lunch and sun lotion! Cost is $15 per person. Pre-registration is required to reserve your spot. Call 828-6004 for more information.
Time: 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Location: Outdoor Adventure Center, 130 S. Linden St.
Sponsor: Recreational Sports

 Fitness Center Orientation

Fitness Center Orientations are an opportunity to familiarize yourself with equipment at our Fitness Centers.
Time: 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Location: Siegel Center
Sponsor: Recreational Sports

NA Meeting

Need an NA meeting close to campus? Come check out the Simple Basics of Recovery Group for Newcomers.
Time: 9 - 10:15 a.m.
Location: St. James's Episcopal Church basement, 1205 W. Franklin St.

 Staying Out of Hot Water: You Don't Know What You Don't Know

Understanding the University's Off-Campus Conduct Clause can keep you out of hot water!
Time: 9:30 - 10 a.m.
Location: Virginia Room C, University Student Commons
Sponsor: Office of Judicial Affairs & Academic Integrity

 myVCU—Your Portal to VCU

At this one-hour demonstration, we’ll show you just what it can do and how to customize your myVCU portal to work for YOU!
Time: 10 - 11 a.m.
Location: Forum Room, University Student Commons
Sponsor: Technology Services

Cary Street Gym
 Monroe Park Campus Recreation Complex Tours

The new Monroe Park Recreation Complex is almost here! Join us for a sneak preview of the facility as we will take you on a guided tour throught the construction zone. Hardhats provided, close toed shoes rerquired! Please rsvp in advance by calling Meredith Schram at 828-6402 or e-mail at mschram@vcu.edu. Hard hats provided, close toed shoes required!
Time: 10 - 11 a.m.
Location: Meet at the Cary St. Field Support Building on the Cary St. Fields near the corner of Cary At. and Linden St.
Sponsor: Recreational Sports

 G2GMobile@VCU presents: "Get The Most Out of Your New Lenovo Laptop"

Did you know that Lenovo was the top-rated laptop computer manufacturer based on a August 2006 PC Magazine reader survey? Come learn the tips and tricks to get the most out of your computer and see why people love these computers!
Time: 11 - Noon
Location: Forum Room, University Student Commons
Sponsor: Technology Services

 Off Campus Transfer and First Year Student Social

For all Transfer and First Year Students who will be living off campus. Come Twitter over tea or have some fruit with your Facebook Friends. University Student Commons & Activities and University College New Student Programs want you to get your networks going with a sweet treat and some Friend finding fun. Set up to follow Twitter from Off Campus Student Services and know what's happening in your city and in your neighborhood or find the Facebook page for your lifestyle, whether you live on Floyd Ave.or in Fredericksburg, you gotta get connected!
Time: 11 a.m. - Noon
Location: Commonwealth Ballroom, University Student Commons
Sponsor: University Student Commons and Activities - Off Campus Student Services, University College New Student Programs

 Department Socials

See descriptions below
Time: All socials held between Noon - 2 p.m.
Locations: See below
Sponsors: See below

  • Extreme (Pizza) Welcome Party for the School of Education Faculty and New Students
    As you prepare for the semester to commence? Please join Dean Beverly J. Warren and School of Education faculty for an Extreme (Pizza) Welcome party on Tuesday, August 18th from Noon - 2pm. This is an opportunity to get to know the deans, professors and fellow students with whom you will be working with over the next academic year. Please let us know if you can attend by emailing jlsherry@vcu.edu.
    Locations: Eugene P. Trani Courtyard, Oliver Hall
    Sponsors: School of Education
  • For Humanities and Sciences majors, please contact your department/school for information on any planned events for your individual program.
  • Business Students: Are You Ready?
    Receptions will be held for Art Foundation students at Bowe Street Deck (5th floor), for Art History students at Buford House, for Cinema students at the Pollak Building (5th floor), for Fashion Merchandising students at the Pollak Building (4th floor), for Music and Theatre students at the Singleton Center. [Dance students see 8/19 listing.]
    Locations: Watch your VCU e-mail for details.
    Sponsors: School of the Arts

 Yoga

Descriptions of classes can be found on the Recreational Sports Web site
Time: Noon - 1 p.m. | 1 - 2 p.m.
Location: Siegel Center
Sponsor: Recreational Sports

 Dollars and Sense: Credit Cards and other Devilish Devices

Learn the difference between the use and abuse of credit cards, including the basics about credit, credit cards, debit cards, avoiding identity theft, and maintaining a good credit rating.
Time: 1 - 2 p.m.
Location: University Student Commons, Virginia Rooms A and B
Sponsor: Office of Multicultural Student Affairs

 GET INVOLVED: Spiritual Organizations

Are you hoping to grow in your faith and continue on your spiritual journey while in college? Come out and learn more about being involved in a faith-based student organization at VCU! Regardless of faith or denomination, this session will point you in the right direction and help you get involved with a student organization that shares your interests.
Time: 1 - 2 p.m.
Location: Forum Room, University Student Commons
Sponsor: US&CA Student Organization Development

 VCU Honor System

Come find out what the BIG deal is with VCU's Honor System. Cheating in College can cost you a career. Find out what you need to know to be an honorable VCU student.
Time: 1 - 1:30 p.m.
Location: Virginia Room C, University Student Commons
Sponsor: Office of Judicial Affairs & Academic Integrity

 Campus Comedy Hour: Love 'n' Liquor

Laugh and learn while you prepare for college life! This session is guaranteed to teach you some amazing things about sex that you don't already know.
Time: 1 - 2 p.m.
Location: Commons Theater, University Student Commons
Sponsor: Wellness Resource Center

 From Amsterdam to Zimbabwe and Beyond!!

Ever thought about Studying Abroad? Come learn how to make an overseas adventure a part of your college career. Find out WHEN, WHERE, and HOW to go for a summer, semester, or academic year, all while fulfilling requirements in your degree!
Time: 1:30 - 2:30 p.m.
Location: University Student Commons, Virginia Room D
Sponsor: Education Abroad, Office of International Education

 GET INVOLVED: Sport Clubs

If sports are your thing, then this session is for you! From rugby to field hockey to basketball and whitewater rafting, just to name a few, this session will show you how to get involved and active the sports club here at VCU! Visit the Club Sports Web site for more information on the sports clubs offered at VCU.
Time: 2 - 3 p.m.
Location: Forum Room, University Student Commons
Sponsor: US&CA Student Organization Development

Ram Spirit Walk

The Ram Spirit Walk wecomes new students to VCU with a rousing Pep Rally, followed by a marching band-led walk through Monroe Park to New Student Convocation at the Landmark Theater, to symbolize their entrance into the university community.
Time: 3 - 3:30 p.m.
Location: Monroe Park - corner of Main & Belvidere streets
Sponsor: VCU Alumni Association, Monroe Park Campus SGA, Barnes & Nobles, DSA&ES

Convocation
New Student Convocation

Convocation is your formal welcome to the VCU academic community and the official beginning of the school year for all new students. Hear from VCU’s leaders and learn more about YOUR school! The keynote speaker for this year's convocation will be Dr. Michael Rao, the President of Virginia Commonwealth University.
Time: 4 - 5 p.m.
Location: Landmark Theater
Sponsor: University College New Student Programs

CANCELLED Body Conditioning

Descriptions of classes can be found on the Recreational Sports Web site
Time: 4 - 5 p.m.
Location: Siegel Center
Sponsor: Recreational Sports

Welcome Week Block Party

Bring your VCU Card, get a meal, meet new people, take home photos for lasting memories, get some free stuff and listen to the sounds of some great local DJs! Sponsored by New Student Programs, University Student Commons & Activities, Residential Life and Housing, Recreational Sports and Alumni Relations. For more information contact USC&A Programs at 804-828-4554.
Time: 5 - 7 p.m.
Location: Monroe Park
Sponsor: University Student Commons and Activities, Residential Life & Housing, University College New Student Programs, Recreational Sports, Division of Student Affairs & Enrollment Services, Business Services, Office of Alumni Relations

Back to School Shopping Trip!

No move-in experience is complete without a trip to Target! Get your boarding ticket at line-up inside the University Student Commons. Buses will run from 7-9pm with continued pick-up/drop off service from the original location or Cabaniss Hall.
Time: 7 - 9 p.m.
Location: Buses Depart from University Student Commons Lobby
Sponsor: University College New Student Programs

 Campus Comedy Hour: Love 'n' Liquor

Laugh and learn while you prepare for college life! This session is guaranteed to teach you some amazing things about sex that you don't already know.
Time: 9 - 10 p.m.
Location: Commons Theater, University Student Commons
Sponsor: Wellness Resource Center

AA Meeting

Need an AA meeting close to campus? Come check out the Straight Pepper Diet group. For more information, visit www.aarichmond.org
Time: 10 - 11 p.m.
Location: St. James Episcopal Church, 1205 W. Franklin St.

Welcome Week 2009
Division of Student Affairs and Enrollment Services