New Student Orientation Schedule
Students are encouraged to attend all Orientation events.
Please note events that are required of all new students.

Symbols:
(C)—Events specifically for commuting students
(T)—Events specifically for transfer students

Saturday, August 25: Orientation Begins
8 a.m.–Noon
Residence Halls Open for New Students
All residence students should first report to their residence halls to pick up
keys, student ID cards, and peer mentor information.

8 a.m.–Noon
Information Tables
All students are invited to visit the tables located inside the main concourse of the Mund College Center for an orientation T-shirt, vehicle registration, local banking information, IT support, and Comcast cable information.
Main Concourse, Mund College Center

8 a.m.–1 p.m
ID Photos
Students who have not had a photo taken for their ID card should go to the Mund College Center. Students must have an ID card to gain access to their assigned residence hall, the Vernon and Doris Bishop Library, Arnold Sports Center, and dining facilities. Photos will be taken again from 2:15–3 p.m.
Tweedie Meeting Rooms, Mund College Center

9 a.m.–6 p.m.
College Store Open for Students and Families

10–10:30 a.m.
Annual Children of Alumni Photos (Legacies)
All children of parents or grandparents who attended LVC are invited to participate in this annual tradition. We will take a group photo of all new legacies and photos with any of their family members who attended LVC.
Humanities Center/Administration Building, facing College Avenue

10:30 a.m.
Commuting Students Check-In (C)
All new commuting students must report to the Mund College Center for vehicle registration, peer mentor information, and their ID card. Commuting students are invited to be our guests at meals through Monday’s lunch.
Main Concourse, Mund College Center

11–11:45 a.m.
Multicultural Student Meeting (ALANA, Fellowship Recipients, LVEP, and Milton Hershey Students)
Welcome and informational meeting for new multicultural students and their families.
Lower Level Programming Room, Mund College Center

11 a.m.–1 p.m.
Water Ceremony
All are invited to participate in a traditional water ceremony. Please bring a small amount of water representative of home, pour it in one of four urns that have been placed in the Peace Garden, and sign the registry. Once collected, all water will be poured into the pond as a symbol of the support of the extended community.
Peace Garden

11:30 a.m.–Noon
Commuting Students Welcome (C)
All new commuters will meet with peer mentors and College administrators before going to lunch on the Social Quad.
Leedy Theater, Mund College Center

11:30 a.m.–1 p.m.
Luncheon for All Students and Families
All new students and families are invited to join members of the faculty and staff at an outdoor barbecue luncheon on the Social Quad. You may also elect to visit the College Store to purchase textbooks or other supplies at this time.
Social Quad

1 p.m.
Orientation 2012 Group Photo
Students will assemble on the back steps of Miller Chapel for the group photo. Families are invited to take pictures. Immediately after the photo, families and students will be directed to their next meeting. Students are encouraged to
wear their Orientation 2012 shirt for the photo.
Back Steps of Miller Chapel

1:30–2 p.m.
Welcome to Parents and Families
Parents and families will be welcomed by Dr. Lewis Thayne, president of the College; Dr. Michael Green, vice president of academic affairs and dean of the faculty; Gregory Krikorian, vice president of student affairs and dean of students; William Brown ’79, vice president of enrollment; and the chair of the LVC Parents’ Council.
Miller Chapel

1:30–2 p.m.
Welcome to Students and Peer Mentor Introductions
Students will be welcomed by Gregory Krikorian, vice president of student affairs and dean of students; and Michael Mellon ’13, Student Government president, before meeting their peer mentors.
Lutz Hall, Blair Music Center

2–3 p.m.
Settling In and Goodbyes
Parents and families bid farewell to their students. Roommates finish moving in and start getting acquainted. This time may also be used to visit the College Store or have a photo ID taken. Don’t forget that Oktoberfest/Homecoming and Family Weekend is Oct. 12–13!

3–5 p.m.
New Students Meeting with Peer Mentors
All new resident and commuting students will meet with their peer mentors for introductions, information about the College, and group discussions before going to dinner together.
Various Locations

5–6:30 p.m.
Dinner
Dinner is served for all new students, peer mentors, and resident assistants. Meal times may vary according to peer mentor groups.
Dining Hall, Mund College Center

6:30–7:30 p.m.
Resident Assistants Meeting
Required meeting for all resident students in their residence halls.
Respective Residence Hall Floors

6:30–7:30 p.m.
Commuter Students Social Event (C)
Commuting students are invited to attend this social event to get to know their fellow commuters. There will also be a chance to win great prizes!
Meet in the Lower Level Programming Room, Mund College Center

7:30 p.m.
Playfair
This LVC tradition is an event like you’ve never experienced before. Plan to be there! All new students, resident assistants, and peer mentors meet in the Academic Quad.
Academic Quad (Rain Location: Arnold Sports Center)

9 p.m.
Hypnotist Brad Clark
Brad has traveled the country entertaining thousands of people with his UNLEASHED Hypnosis comedy show. You will have the opportunity to experience the state of hypnosis on stage or from your seat in the audience. Once the participants are hypnotized, Brad guides them to faraway places and lets them experience feelings, smells, and tastes that bring smiles to their faces and yours. The laughter doesn’t stop once the entertainers are off stage. You will be amazed at the post-hypnotic suggestions that last long after the show is over.
Lutz Hall, Blair Music Center

10:30 p.m.
Pizza Party
Enjoy pizza and socialize with your new classmates.
Dining Hall, Mund College Center

10:30 p.m.–Midnight
Highlighter Dance
Dance the night away with other new students.
The Underground, Mund College Center

Sunday, August 26
9 a.m.
Worship Service
This student-led Christian worship service, featuring the LVC praise band, is open to all students. Chaplain Paul Fullmer and representatives from local churches will be available to offer information and answer questions.
Miller Chapel

10:30 a.m.–1:45 p.m.
Academic Orientation and Brunch
All students will meet with their department faculty for brunch and an orientation related to their major field of study. All students are required to attend to schedule advising appointments for Monday.
Held in various locations: Check your email and poster listings in residence halls and academic buildings, or with your peer mentor and/or resident assistant).

Noon–6 p.m.
College Store Open for Students

2–3 p.m.
Student Affairs Meeting
All new students are required to attend this meeting where they will complete a student survey.
Lutz Hall, Blair Music Center

3–5 p.m.
Student Orientation Service Projects
All new students will meet with their peer mentor groups and engage in service projects facilitated by LVC student leaders.
Arnold Sports Center Arena

5 p.m.
Dinner
Dining Hall, Mund College Center

6:30–8:30 p.m.
Student Life 102 and Talkback
This student written, directed, and performed piece will assist students in valuing and understanding the college experience as well as the importance of respecting diversity. This program is required of all new students.
Lutz Hall, Blair Music Center

8:30–9:30 p.m.
Residence Hall Meeting
Respective Residence Hall Floors

9:30 p.m.–Midnight
Field House Frenzy and Ice Cream Social
This is a fun way to end the night! Come on over and enjoy giant inflatables, volleyball, and ice cream, and try your skills on a segway obstacle course. Representatives from the Office of Alumni Programs will be available to distribute copies of the Cup-P, the first-year student directory.
Arnold Sports Center Arena

Monday, August 27
7 a.m.
Breakfast
Dining Hall, Mund College Center

8 a.m.–2:45 p.m.
Times Reserved for Academic Advising
All new students are required to meet with their academic advisor to discuss their course selections for the fall 2012 semester. If you are uncertain of the time and location of your appointment, contact your academic advisor.
Various Locations

10:45 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
Lunch
Dining Hall, Mund College Center

11:30 a.m.–2 p.m.
Transfer Student Orientation (T)
All transfer students will meet with College administrators and upperclass students to hear about educational and co-curricular opportunities at LVC. This program is required of all transfer students.
Underground, Mund College Center

3–4:15 p.m.
A Shot of Reality
“A Shot of Reality” educates students about encountering alcohol in a college environment. Entertaining and informative, performers present the show in the form of a birthday party, which will make you laugh, think, and inform your behavior toward alcohol. This show tackles the topics of alcoholism, binge drinking, social mistakes, assault, heath risks, drunken driving, and more. This program is required of all new students.
Lutz Hall, Blair Music Center

4:15 p.m.
Pre-Convocation Instructions
All new students meet with Robert Mikus ’90, associate dean of student affairs, and Dr. Michael Green, vice president of academic affairs and dean of the faculty, for information related to the Opening Convocation. This program is required of all new students.
Lutz Hall, Blair Music Center

4:30–5:15 p.m.
Opening Convocation
The tradition of the Opening Convocation marks the formal opening of the academic year. Student Government officers will lead incoming students through a receiving line of Lebanon Valley College’s faculty, administration, and trustees in full academic regalia. This program is required of all new students.
Miller Chapel

5:15–7 p.m.
Dinner
Dining Hall, Mund College Center

6:30–7:30 p.m.
Women’s and Gender Resources Center Social
Stop by the Women’s and Gender Resources Center to get a glimpse of the center, meet the volunteers, and have a tasty treat! Light refreshments will be served.
118 College Ave.

7–8:30 p.m.
Welcome Back Social
All students are invited to this social with live music, fun, and friends. Be sure to meet members of Student Government and the Student Programming Board and find out more about how you can get involved at LVC!
Social Quad

9 p.m.
Movie
All students are invited to attend a free showing of “Rock of Ages” (snacks included) on us!
Allen Theatre, Main Street, Annville

Tuesday, August 28
7 a.m.
Breakfast
Dining Hall, Mund College Center

8 a.m.
Classes Begin

10:45 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
Lunch
Dining Hall, Mund College Center

10 p.m. (or time selected by Resident Assistants)
Residence Hall Social
A social and meeting for new and upperclass students will take place in their respective residence halls. See posted signs in your residence halls for details.
Respective Residence Halls