UNCWelcome 2011 - Jump In!
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Below are some highlights from the UNCWelcome schedule!
Thank you to our sponsors who made this year's program possible!
Here are a few highlights from this year's UNCWelcome program!
Saturday, August 20th
8 p.m.
Welcome Program and Hilarious Hypnotist: Brian Imbus
Trask Coliseum
We are excited that you have joined our campus community! Our student leaders will energetically welcome you as you settle into your new life as a Seahawk. Stay to witness hypnotist Brian Imbus entertain, delight and make your sides split with laughter as you watch your friends on stage under the spell of hypnosis.This dynamic and fast-paced show is unlike anything you’ve seen before!
Sunday, August 21st
7 p.m.
SEAHAWK NATION
Burney Center Ballroom
One of the core issues we face is our fear of being judged and misunderstood. This fear prevents good people from taking meaningful action. At times we are so afraid of saying the “wrong” thing that we make the biggest mistake of all, which is to say nothing. Our patterns of communication are vital to our success when exploring such explosive issues as race, gender, sexual orientation, class, disabilities, age and religion. This award-winning session goes beyond our fear of saying the “wrong” thing and teaches more effective and compassionate ways to connect with your fellow Seahawks. Seahawk Nation is an honest and engaging program which will help create our own Seahawk Nation at UNCW.
Monday, August 22nd
10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Convocation and Class Picture
Trask Coliseum
Convocation is UNCW’s official academic welcome for the Class of 2015.First-year students will receive a small-group assignment by e-mail from the Office of Transitions Programs to let them know where to report by 10 a.m.A faculty member will be there to welcome the group and offer their perspective on your academic success at UNCW.A short ceremony at the clock tower will include the unveiling of the Class of 2015 flag, a welcome from the SGA president and the beginning of your first “Trask Trek.” At Trask Coliseum, the formal ceremony will begin with a welcome by Provost Cathy Barlow and comments by Chancellor Gary Miller. Dr. John Fischetti, Professor in Educational Leadership, will be the featured speaker. Returning student leaders will be available throughout the morning to provide guidance and answer questions.
Please join us for this great tradition at UNCW! Don’t forget to wear your orientation shirt or another favorite teal shirt for the official class picture to be taken during the event.
Monday, August 22nd
2 - 4 p.m.
Music Ensemble Fair
Cultural Arts Building Lobby
Come to the Music Ensemble Fair and learn how to join a UNCW music ensemble! Students with musical talents and high school ensemble experience are invited to the Music Ensemble Fair. Enjoy ice cream and music, get to know our ensemble directors and students, and learn how to make music in college while you earn University Studies credit. You don’t have to be a music major or minor to be in an ensemble.
Ensembles include: Wind Symphony, Concert Choir, String Ensemble, Orchestra, Jazz Ensembles, Piano Ensemble, Brass Ensemble, Percussion Ensemble, Women’s Choir and Pep Band, and other Chamber ensembles. Visit our website for ensemble descriptions, placement and audition schedules, and e-mail addresses for ensemble directors. You can also e-mail uncwmus@uncw.edu or call 910.962.3415 for more information. Sponsored by the Department of Music.
Tuesday, August 23rd
11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Beach Blast
Wrightsville Beach Crystal Pier (near the Oceanic Restaurant)
Grab your bathing suit and towel, and don’t forget your sun block – the Seahawks are going to havea blast at Wrightsville Beach! Enjoy free food, music, surfing and more! Food and beverages are very limited due to the expected high attendance at Beach Blast, so be sure to bring along your own snacks and a bottle of water to stay hydrated. Shuttles will depart from the parking lotto the left of Wagoner Dining Hall (lot FF) to transport students with a valid UNCW student ID to the beach from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. The last shuttle leaves the beach to bring you back to campus at 3:30 p.m. sharp. In accordance with the laws of Wrightsville Beach and UNCW policies, alcohol is not permitted on the shuttles or at this event.
Wednesday, August 24th
THE FIRST DAY OF CLASSES!!!
7 p.m.
Fireworks Extravaganza
Gazebo Recreation Area
Come celebrate the first day of classes Seahawk style! Meet your Seahawk Link, listen to live music played by Sleeper Agent. Graba seat on the lawn to enjoya spectacular fireworks display starting at 9 p.m. Sponsored by ACE Concerts, Housing and Residence Life, Residence Hall Association and Transition Programs. In the event of rain, the fireworks will be cancelled and the concert and refreshments will be moved to the Warwick Center Ballroom.
Tuesday, September 6th
4 - 5 p.m.
Leadership UNCW: Leadership Concepts Workshop
Masonboro Island Room
What is leadership? Can leadership be learned? Do you need to hold a formal position to be a leader? This interactive workshop will explore a variety of leadership concepts and help you develop your own definition of what leadership is to you. Learn about the Leadership UNCW Program and how you can develop your leadership skills this year. All students are invited to join the Center for Leadership Education and Service (CLES) for our first Leadership UNCW workshop of the year! For more information, contact CLES at 910-962-3877 or visit www.uncw.edu/leadershipuncw.
Saturday, September 10th
4 - 5 p.m.
Seahawk Surge: Community Service Project
Join the Center for Leadership Education and Service (CLES) for our first community service program of the year. Spend a few hours volunteering with other UNCW students and make a difference in the Wilmington community. To register to participate and for details about this year’s service project, please contact CLES at 910-962-3877, cles@uncw.edu, or visit www.uncw.edu/cles.
Friday, September 16th
7:30 p.m.
Ms. Black and Gold Scholarship Pageant
Kenan Auditorium
Alpha Phi Alpha and the Upperman African American Cultural Center Present: the 6th Annual Miss Black and Gold Scholarship Pageant. A court of UNCW women will compete to be crowned as the queen of the Omicron Theta of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc.
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