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Orientation | Fall 2017 Class of

2021

#Colby2021

Dear Class of 2021, Welcome to Colby!

Your connection to Colby has already begun. You have received countless messages with a lot of valuable information to ensure you are prepared for this amazing journey. As your time on campus draws near, your first impactful on-campus experience as a new Colby student is your orientation to your new home, our values, and our expectations. The orientation program over the next eight days is a comprehensive introduction to life on Mayflower Hill.

Orientation is about developing a deeper understanding of the academic and personal journey you’re beginning. It’s about initiating conversations on important issues—conversations that will continue in and out of classrooms and will hopefully be lifelong. And it’s about connections—meeting people, making friends, and becoming familiar with your new surroundings. You begin with First Class, an introduction to the pursuit of knowledge, because this academic endeavor better prepares you to engage with your faculty members and their way of engaging with you and the curriculum. We begin thoughtful conversations with you about diversity and inclusion, making responsible choices, preventing sexual violence, and building respectful residential communities because these are critically important components in creating and maintaining a safe, collaborative, and intellectually rich campus climate. And we send you on COOT so you’ll get to know a group of classmates, be open to what is possible, and to learn more about the beautiful state of Maine.

Ultimately, orientation is designed to show you how to discover and claim the limitless possibilities that Colby offers you and what you can offer to your new community. We are thrilled you are here. Have a great orientation and remember to savor the moments. I look forward to connecting with each of you during your time on campus.

Karlene Burrell-McRae ’94 Dean of the College

On­-Campus Resources and Phone Numbers Security Department 207-859-5530 Colby Emergency Response

207-859-5911

Campus Life Office 207-859-4280 DavisConnects 207-859-4140 Dean of The College Office

207-859-4250

Dean of Students 207-859-4250 Dean of Studies 207-859-4252 Dining Services 207-859-5460 Health Center and Counseling Services

207-859-4460

Human Resources 207-859-5500 ITS student support

207-859-4224

Jitney 207-859-4000 Physical Plant Department (PPD)

207-859-5000

Registrar 207-859-4620 Religious and Spiritual Life Office

207-859-4272

Campus Events Office

207-859-4736

Student Financial Services

207-859-4132

Student Government Association (SGA)

207-859-4080

Colby College is a tobacco-free campus.

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Alphabetical Listing E7 C12 A2 A4 C8 B5 C9

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Admissions and Financial Aid Alfond Athletic Center Alfond Apartments AMS (Anthony, Mitchell, Schupf) Arey Life Science Building Averill Bixler Art and Music Center and Given Auditorium

C5 D4 A1 C5 C3 D9 E5 A8 A6 C6 D3

Bookstore Coburn Collins Observatory Cotter Union | Post Office, Spa (snack bar) Dana Davis Science Center Diamond Building | Goldfarb Center Drummond East Quad Eustis Building (administration) Foss

B3

A8 B9 B3 B2 A3

Garrison-Foster Health Center | Business Office, Counseling Services, Student Financial Services Goddard-Hodgkins Grossman/ DavisConnects | Career Center Health Center Heights Hillside—includes Leonard, Marriner, Sturtevant, Taylor, and Williams

A7 C7 B3 C5 E7 D3 B6

B7 C9 C8

Johnson Keyes Science Building Lorimer Chapel Lovejoy Building (humanities) Lunder House (admissions and financial aid) Mary Low Miller Library | Center for the Arts and Humanities, Special Collections, Writers’ Center Mudd Science Building Museum of Art Olin Science Center

E6 C5 B7 B8 A8 C5 C5 A9 C2 E9 C2 B9

Ostrove Auditorium Page Commons Room Perkins-Wilson Pierce Piper Pugh Center Pulver Pavilion Roberts | Security Runnals Building (theater and dance) Schair-Swenson-Watson Alumni Center Strider Theater Treworgy

A5 E2 A1

P D

West Quad Woodman Young Observatory

Parking Dining hall Residence hall

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Tuesday, August 29 Check In and Move In

Colby Computer Connect*

8 a.m.–noon Cotter Union

9 a.m.–3 p.m.

Various locations

Please check in at Pulver Pavilion, where you will receive important information regarding the orientation program and move in.

Representatives from Information Technology Services (ITS) and Student Computer Services (SCS) will offer assistance connecting computers to the network. Staff will be available in Room 146, Lovejoy Building, Dana Lounge, Leonard Lounge, and West Quad Lounge.

Early Bird Continental Breakfast and Coffee* 7–10 a.m.

Pugh Center, Cotter Union

For those who arrive early, you are invited to visit the Pugh Center for coffee and breakfast treats while you wait for check in to open.

Campus Tours*

9 a.m.–2 p.m.

Meet at Lunder House

7:30 a.m.–2 p.m.

Dana Lawn

Admissions tour guides will lead tours for families at 9 a.m., 11 a.m., and 1 p.m. Meet at the Lunder House patio a few minutes prior to each tour start time.

A number of Colby offices and resources will have representatives to provide information and answer your questions.

Activities during orientation are mandatory unless marked with an *

Colby Resources Fair*

Project RESCUE* 9 a.m.–2 p.m.

Alfond Ice Rink, Alfond Athletic Center

Stop by the ice rink and shop for household items (lamps, rugs, furniture, electronics, accessories) rescued when students left campus last spring. A variety of goods are available at yard-sale prices.

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Tuesday, August 29 DavisConnects* 10–11 a.m.

Grossman Hall

Learn more about Colby’s new innovative DavisConnects program that supports a set of integrated internships, research, and global experiences designed to prepare students for life after Colby. Guided tours of our expanded and reimagined facility will be offered. Vice President and Dean of Student Advancement Andry McGadney, Associate Professor of German and Dean for Global Engagement Arne Koch, along with members of the DavisConnects team, will facilitate this discussion. This session is designed principally for parents/guardians.

Lunch

11a.m.–1:30 p.m.

Dana Lawn Complimentary lunch for students and families will be available under the tent on Dana lawn.

Academic Life at Colby* 1–1:45 p.m.

Ostrove Auditorium, Diamond Building

Colby faculty will talk about academic life at Colby (both the academic challenge provided as well as the academic support available) and then respond to questions. This session is designed principally for parents/guardians.

Family Assembly*

2–2:45 p.m.

Lorimer Chapel (Overflow in Ostrove Auditorium, Diamond Building) President David A. Greene will formally welcome parents and family members of the Class of 2021. The assembly will be live streamed in Ostrove Auditorium and seminar rooms in the Diamond Building. Students will have their own opportunities to hear from the president during the day and throughout orientation.

Gratitude Moment 2–2:45 p.m.

Colby Green

Students will participate in an activity to acknowledge families for their support. Students will rejoin parents and families at the president’s reception.

President’s Reception for Families* 3–4 p.m.

Museum of Art

A reception with President Greene, vice presidents, faculty members, deans, coaches, staff, and student leaders.

Parents and Families Depart 4 p.m.

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Tuesday, August 29

Students Line Up for Colby Welcome

4:15 p.m.

East and West Quad Lawn Student leaders assist the Class of 2021 in lining up for the Colby Welcome. Representatives of the Class of 2020 will lead the procession.

6:15–7:15 p.m.

Colby Green

First-Year Athlete Meetings* 7:30–8:30 p.m.

Meet in coach-designated locations

Colby Welcome

Building Your Community Night In Activities

4:30–5:15 p.m.

Lorimer Chapel

9–11 p.m.

Meet in CA-Designated Location

Join President Greene, Provost McFadden, and Dean Burrell-McRae ’94 for a formal welcome to Colby.

Enjoy a night in with your community advisors and peers in your new community.

Building Your Community 5:15–6 p.m.

Averill and Chapel Lawns

Do you want to know who lives down the hall? Join your community advisor (CA) for games and icebreakers with your fellow first-years.

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Barbecue Dinner with your CAs

Wednesday, August 30 Athletic Practices

6–8:30 a.m.

Meet in Coach-Designated Locations For fall athletes only.

Healthy Morning Programs* 7:30–8:30 a.m.

Meet on Miller Lawn

Join your peers for a jog/walk led

by Colby student leader or enjoy morning yoga.

Breakfast with your CA

8:45–9:45 a.m.

Dana and Roberts Dining Halls Meet in CA-designated locations.

First Class Welcome

Dinner

6–7:30 p.m.

Dana and Roberts Dining Halls

Athletics Compliance/ Concussion Education Meeting 7:30–8:30 p.m.

Alfond Athletic Center

COOT Introductions and Group Meetings 9–10:30 p.m.

Dana Lawn Tent

Brief introductions of COOT leaders under the lights followed by a logistical meeting for the upcoming COOT trips.

10–10:30 a.m.

Lorimer Chapel

Hear remarks on the academic experience from Provost Margaret McFadden.

First Class: Seminar with Faculty

10:30 a.m.–noon Various Classrooms; see assignment in your first-year packet Students will attend their first class at Colby; faculty-led discussions on pre-assigned readings by Colby faculty.

Afternoon Group Activities Noon–6 p.m.

Various Locations

See pages nine and ten for detailed afternoon schedules.

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Wednesday, August 30 Group A

First Class: Strategies for Success 12:15–1 p.m.

Page Commons Room, Cotter Union

Are you really ready for your first Colby class, test, or paper? Shake up your ideas on how to succeed at Colby at this interactive, provocative session.

When the going gets tough, this session will help you get going toward achieving your Colby aspirations. Carol Hurney, director of the Center for Teaching and Learning, will share strategies for academic success.

Popsicle Break with your Community Advisors 3:15–3:45 p.m.

Colby Green

Lunch

1–1:45 p.m.

Dana and Roberts Dining Halls

Jason Kilmer, From Pavlov to Placebos: The Science Behind College Student Substance Abuse 2–3:15 p.m.

Baseball/Softball Pavilion

Jason Kilmer, assistant professor in psychiatry and behavioral sciences and assistant director of health and wellness at the University of Washington, presents mind-blowing data about social norms and expectations that impact behavior.

Kilmer’s humor and endless knowledge of pertinent research engages self-reflection and provides necessary tools to make thoughtful decisions about substance use.

Facilitated Discussion: How Will We be Accountable to One Another?

3:45–4:45 p.m.

Colby Green

Peer leader-led conversations.

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Break

4:45–6 p.m.

Wednesday, August 30 Group B

Lunch

Noon–1 p.m.

Dana and Roberts Dining Halls

Popsicle Break with your Community Advisors 2:15–3 p.m.

Colby Green

Break

3–3:45 p.m.

First Class: Strategies for Success 1:30–2:15 p.m.

Page Commons Room, Cotter Union

Are you really ready for your first Colby class, test, or paper? Shake up your ideas on how to succeed at Colby at this interactive, provocative session.

When the going gets tough, this session will help you get going toward achieving your Colby aspirations.

Carol Hurney, director of the Center for Teaching and Learning, will share strategies for academic success.

Jason Kilmer, From Pavlov to Placebos: The Science Behind College Student Substance Abuse 3:45–5 p.m.

Baseball/Softball Pavilion

Jason Kilmer, assistant professor in psychiatry and behavioral sciences and assistant director of health and wellness at the University of Washington, presents mind-blowing data about social norms and expectations that impact behavior. Kilmer’s humor and endless knowledge of pertinent research engages self-reflection and provides necessary tools to make thoughtful decisions about substance use.

Facilitated Discussion: How Will We be Accountable to One Another?

5:15–6:15 p.m.

Colby Green Peer leader-led conversations.

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Thursday, August 31 Athletic Practices

Afternoon Activities

For fall athletes only.

See page 12 for detailed afternoon schedules.

6–8:30 a.m.

Meet in Coach-Designated Locations

Healthy Morning Programs* 8–9 a.m.

Meet on Miller Lawn

Dinner

5–6:30 p.m.

Dana and Roberts Dining Halls

Join your peers for a jog/walk led by Colby student leader or enjoy morning yoga.

Athletic Practices

Breakfast

For fall athletes only.

7–9:20 a.m.

Dana and Roberts Dining Halls

In Community 9:30–11:30 a.m.

Lorimer Chapel

Colby’s academic and social experiences are connected.

Learning is impacted by each of our experiences, especially with regard to diversity and belonging. Being in community is more than just a notion.

We will explore with you expectations and the value of being in community.

What does it mean to be part of the Colby community? What does it mean to build inclusive community? You will have an opportunity to engage these questions through self-reflection and small group processing.

Lunch with COOT Leaders

11:40 a.m.–12:45 p.m.

Dana and Roberts Dining Halls

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1–5 p.m.

Various Locations

6–8 p.m.

Meet in Coach-Designated Locations

COOT Preparation

8:30–10 p.m.

Meet in COOT Leader-Designated Locations

Late Night Snack*

10–11 p.m.

Pulver Pavilion, Cotter Union

Thursday, August 31 Group A

Group B

Speak About It

DavisConnects Exploration

Speak About It is a performance about consent, healthy relationships, communication, and bystander intervention. The show features a combination of humorous yet provocative skits, engaging dialogue, and powerful monologues.

Engage in a discussion about Colby’s new innovative DavisConnects program that supports a set of integrated internships, research, and global experiences designed to prepare students for life after Colby.

Vice President and Dean of Student Advancement Andy McGadney, Associate Professor of German and Dean for Global Engagement Arne Koch, along with members of the DavisConnects team, will facilitate this discussion. A tour of the newly expanded and reimagined facility will be offered.

1–2:30 p.m.

Page Commons Room, Cotter Union

Break

2:30–4 p.m.

DavisConnects Exploration 4–5 p.m.

Given Auditorium

Engage in a discussion about Colby’s new innovative DavisConnects program that supports a set of integrated internships, research, and global experiences designed to prepare students for life after Colby.

Vice President and Dean of Student Advancement Andy McGadney, Associate Professor of German and Dean for Global Engagement Arne Koch, along with members of the DavisConnects team, will facilitate this discussion. A tour of the newly expanded and reimagined facility will be offered.

1–2:15 p.m.

Given Auditorium

Break

2:15–3:15 p.m.

Speak About It

3:30–5 p.m.

Page Commons Room, Cotter Union Speak About It is a performance about consent, healthy relationships, communication, and bystander intervention. The show features a combination of humorous yet provocative skits, engaging dialogue, and powerful monologues.

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Friday, September 1

Sunday, September 3

Athletics Practices

COOT Returns

6–8:30 a.m.

Meet in Coach-Designated Locations For fall athletes only.

Breakfast

6:30–9:30 a.m.

Dana Dining Hall

Lunch and Dinner 10 a.m.–8 p.m.

Dana Dining Hall

Roberts Dining Hall opens at 7 a.m.

Roberts is open 11 a.m.-2 p.m. and 5-9 p.m.

COOT Trips Depart

Athletic Practices

You will take part in the Colby Outdoor Education Trips (COOT) Friday through Sunday. Be sure to take your keys with you and lock your door on your way out.

For fall athletes only.

Saturday, September 2

“We Are All Mules”

7:30–10 a.m.

Dana Lawn

COOT (No on-campus orientation programming)

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10:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.

Millett House

4–8 p.m.

Meet in Coach-Designated Locations

Ecumenical Chapel Service* 6 p.m.

Lorimer Chapel 8:15–10 p.m.

Roberts Row

Meet student leaders and learn how we celebrate and support our community while enjoying a fun-filled Mule carnival.

Monday, September 4 Athletic Practices For fall athletes only.

current plans for foreign language study; the placement exams are given only once (during orientation) for students.

Breakfast

Math Interviews

6-:30–8:30 a.m.

Meet in Coach-Designated Locations

7–10 a.m.

Dana and Robers Dining Halls

Healthy Morning Programs* 8–9 a.m.

Meet on Miller Lawn

Join your peers for a jog/walk led by Colby student leader.

11 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Room 201, Davis Science Center If you are unsure of your choice of math courses for the fall semester, or want to learn more about Mathematics and Statistics Department course offerings, you should attend this session.

Project RESCUE*

All Campus Barbecue

Language Placement

Thriving at Colby (Group A)

9 a.m.–2 p.m.

Alfond Ice Rink, Alfond Athletic Center 9–11 a.m.

German–Room 205, Lovejoy Building Italian–Room 303, Lovejoy Building Latin–Room 244, Lovejoy Building French–Room 307, Lovejoy Building Students who did not take the on-line exam should be in contact with Artie Greenspan (arthur.greenspan@colby.edu) in advance.

Chinese–Room 429, Lovejoy Building, Please email kabesio@colby.edu in advance to reserve a time Japanese–Room 423, Lovejoy Building Russian–Room 450, Lovejoy Building

Noon–2 p.m.

Colby Green

2–3 p.m.

Page Commons Room, Cotter Union

Discover some of the many supports and resources that will help you make the most of your Colby experience.

Take your necessary language placement exams in German, Italian, Chinese, Japanese, or Latin.

You should take a foreign language placement exam regardless of your 14

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Monday, September 4 Thriving at Colby (Group B) 3:30–4:30 p.m.

Page Commons Room, Cotter Union

Discover some of the many supports and resources that will help you make the most of your Colby experience.

Queer and Allied Tea* 4–5 p.m.

Mary Low Coffee House

Join The Bridge, Colby’s LGBTQAI+ and ally group, for its first opening meeting of the semester. It will be a casual and safe space to meet other students, both new and returning, and to bring community together. Everyone—no matter how you identify, no matter your involvement with The Bridge in the past—is welcome. Feel free to drop in whenever your schedule allows.

Pre-Health Advising*

First-Generation-toCollege Reception* 5–6:30 p.m.

Pugh Center, Cotter Union

Come together with other first-generation-to-college students, faculty, and staff in celebration of your transition to Colby.

Dinner

6–9 p.m.

Dana and Roberts Dining Halls Dana closes at 8 p.m.

Hillel Dinner*

6 p.m.

Hillel Room in Pugh Center Gather for a welcome dinner and exploration of Jewish life and community at Colby. Come and join us for a sushi dinner and mezuzah making to kick off the new year.

4:30–5:30 p.m.

Ostrove Auditorium, Diamond Building

Pugh Center Reception*

Are you interested in pursuing a career in a health-related field?

Don’t miss this session with the Colby pre-health professions advisors who will share valuable information about courses and activities that will prepare you to successfully pursue a career in health care.

Join the Pugh Center staff as we welcome new and returning students.

Meet students, faculty, and staff and learn more about the services, clubs, and opportunities the center has to offer. Refreshments will be served.

Athletics Practices

4–8 p.m.

Meet in Coach-Designated Locations For fall athletes only.

7–9 p.m.

Pugh Center, Cotter Union

Ice Cream Social*

8–9:30 p.m.

Pulver Pavilion, Cotter Union Join the Office of Religious and Spiritual Life, local congregations, the Multi-Faith Council, and the Lives of Purpose program for ice cream.

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Tuesday, September 5 Athletics Practices

Miller Library Open House

For fall athletes only.

Stop in to meet your personal librarian and learn about library resources.

Healthy Mornings Program*

Lunch

Join your peers for a jog/walk led by Colby student leader or enjoy morning yoga.

Impressions on Orientation

6:30–8:30 a.m.

Meet in Coach-Designated Locations

7–8 a.m.

Meet on Miller Lawn

Breakfast

7–10 a.m.

Dana and Roberts Dining Halls

Individual Meetings with First-Year Academic Advisors

9 a.m.–1 p.m.

Various offices; see assignment in your first-year packet Meet with your academic advisor to discuss and finalize your course selections, learn more about Colby’s academic program, and begin creating a curricular plan.

10 a.m.–1 p.m.

11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.

Dana and Roberts Dining Halls 1:45–3:15 p.m.

Page Commons Room, Cotter Union

Come together with your floor and CA for impressions and perspectives on your orientation.

Line Up for Convocation Procession 3:30 p.m.

Walk to the lawn behind East and West Quads with your CA.

Community Convocation 4 p.m.

Chapel Lawn

Dinner

5:30–7 p.m.

Dana and Roberts Dining Halls

Athletics Practices

7–9 p.m.

Meet in Coach-Designated Locations For fall athletes only.

Community Hall Meetings 9 p.m.

Meet in CA-Designated Locations

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Wednesday, September 6 First Day of Classes

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Unclear on rules or policies or other resources?

Go to colby.edu/stuhandbook to read the 2017–18 Student Handbook.

Join the conversation: #Colby2021 #ColbyCollege facebook.com/groups/colbyclassof2021 twitter.com/2021Colby colby.edu Colby College is a tobacco-free campus.

Office of Campus Life Colby College Room 241, Cotter Union 4280 Mayflower Hill, Waterville, Maine 04901 207-859-4280