Washington and Lee University

Washington and Lee University

Monday, September 7, 2009

Events marked with a check are mandatory for all students.

9:00 a.m.
Math Placement Test
Robinson Hall, Room 6

This test is designed to aid the Mathematics Department in identifying students qualified for placement in courses beyond Calculus I. This test should only be taken by students who satisfy the following three criteria:
1. Had at least a half-year of calculus (not necessarily an AP course),
2. Do not have AP or transfer credit for calculus, and
3. Intend to take calculus at Washington and Lee University

10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
Provost's & Deans' Presentation
Lee Chapel

This session will be introduced by Vice-President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students, Dawn Watkins. University Provost June Aprille will be joined by Dean of the College Hank Dobin and Dean of the Williams School of Commerce, Economics, and Politics Larry Peppers to welcome you to Washington and Lee. The provost and deans will also offer reflections on the intellectual life of the University. Men are required to wear coat and tie; women are required to wear skirt, slacks, or a dress. Cellular telephones are inappropriate in Lee Chapel.

11:15 a.m.
Health Careers Information Session
Lee Chapel

First-year students interested in a course of study in preparation for health careers are required to attend this brief information session with members of the Health Professions Advisory Committee.

11:45 a.m.
Study Abroad and Study the World Interest Session
John W. Elrod Commons, Stackhouse Theater

Learn about the wide array of Study Abroad opportunities.

11:30 a.m. - 1:15 p.m.
Lunch
John W. Elrod Commons, The Marketplace

1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Academic Fair
Stemmons Plaza, Between Colonnade & Library
(Rain Location: Doremus Gym)

Meet initial faculty members from all academic areas of the University.

1:00 p.m.
Ice Cream Social Sponsored by the MSA
(Multicultural Student Association)
Stemmons Plaza (Rain Site: Doremus Gym)

An opportunity for all first-years to become acquainted with W&L students from various cultures and backgrounds. Join the MSA for fun and fellowship.

1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Leyburn Library Open House and Tours
Northen Auditorium, Lower Level 1

Join librarians for a brief talk and tour and get a free travel mug. Tours begin at 1:30 and 2:15.

3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Pre-arranged Meetings with Initial Faculty Advisers

If your initial faculty adviser scheduled a time for you to meet with him/her, this is a time to ask questions regarding registration, classes or anything about which you might be uncertain. (Meetings are scheduled by select faculty members at their request.)

5:30 p.m.
Dinner with Initial Faculty Advisers
Evans Dining Hall

Meet your initial faculty adviser at his/her office at 5:15 p.m. unless otherwise specified. Some faculty advisers host these dinners in a different location. If that is the case you will have been notified by your adviser. You will also meet your fellow student advisees at this time.

7:30 p.m.
Meet with First-Year Resident Advisers

Change into comfortable clothing.

7:45 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
SODALIS
Wilson Field

‘Sodalis' is the Latin word meaning ‘solidarity' or ‘unity' among individuals in a community. SODALIS is a brand new program on the orientation schedule-a program planned and run by our upper-division students to welcome you into our unique community of honor and integrity. Lace up your tennis shoes and join us for an evening of team building unlike anything you've experienced. Everyone has a role to play in order to guarantee team success. Tonight we celebrate your character, your accomplishments, and the commonalities that have brought you together here, at W&L.

9:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Can't Hang (co-sponsored by FYOC and GAB)
Cannan Green (Rain Location: Pavilion)

Can't Hang has "It"-the indescribable quality that draws people in. "It" could be the tight rhythm section, the booming bass, the unique punky dub guitars, or the reggae infused songs, with their smooth vocals and catchy melodies. This Baltimore-based band has sold over 13,000 CD's and 30,000 iTunes digital downloads, and released four albums. W&L house bands will open for Can't Hang, and FOC will be providing free pizza from Papa John's.

Sunday, September 6th                               Tuesday, September 8th

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