Week of Welcome, Winter 2017

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Complete your passport to earn prizes and be eligible to win a $250 Barnes and Noble Gift Card!

WEEK OF WELCOME

Winter 2017 Passport Procedures 1. Complete the passport below.

PRIZES

2. Attend programs and activities.

V Janalid u 17– ary 22

3. Receive stickers at each event.

A. Attend 5 programs

4. Place all of your stickers on your passport and submit to the Office of Student Involvement and Leadership Development, ASC 212, between Jan. 23 – 27.

and earn a free coffee OR hot chocolate from Dunkin’ Donuts.

B. Attend 10 programs and earn a choice of SCSU gear plus the prize from A.

C. Attend 16 programs Win the prizes from A & B, plus be entered to win a $250 Barnes and Noble Gift Card.

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As we kick off a new semester, we are

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excited to offer a variety of programs and activities! Take a close look at the full list of events and participate in as many opportunities as your schedule allows. This is a great way to get better connected at Southern, meet new people, and learn about new opportunities!

Say hello to President Joe and his team at the Welcome Back reception on January 17!

See Page 6 for details.

All WOW events are open to all SCSU students.

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Come learn about everything that the Academic Success Center has to offer!

HOURS Monday – Thursday • 8 AM – 8 PM Friday • 8 AM – 4:30 PM

FOR MORE INFO CONTACT: Academic Success Center Buley Library, Room 303 (203) 392-8967 ASC@SouthernCT.edu SouthernCT.edu/asc

Our Services • Peer Tutoring

• “How to Unpack Success” Series

• Supplemental Instruction

• Academic Zen Den

• Academic Success Coaching

• Peer Academic Success Coaching

Be sure to check our website for updated information on all of the academic support subjects that we provide as new support areas are being added all of the time!

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ING O G N O S EVENTOF WEEKOME WELC Taking Care of Business Tues.-Thurs. • 8 AM-6 PM The following offices offer extended hours during the Week of Welcome:

• Financial Aid and Scholarships – Wintergreen Building • Student Accounts – Wintergreen Building • University Card Office – Wintergreen Building • Registrar’s Office – Wintergreen Building • Academic and Career Advisement Center – Wintergreen Building • Disability Resource Center – EN C 105 • Student Health Services – Granoff (Wintergreen Avenue) • Office of Student Involvement and Leadership Development– ASC 212 • Graduate Studies – EN B 110 • Residence Life – Schwartz Hall

Information Technology Customer Support Center • 9 AM-12 PM – BU 439 Learn about services the SCSU IT department offers students. Discuss with IT staff any questions and concerns you have about using technology while on campus. Find out about exciting IT updates and initiatives that will be taking place during your time at Southern.

Signature Event Visit these featured Southern events, marked with a star!

Owl Welcome and Locator Stations Let us help you start your new semester on a positive note. Grab a snack and let us answer any questions that you might have.

Tuesday, January 17– Wednesday, January 18 Morning Stations 7:30 –10:00 AM Wintergreen Parking Garage Pelz Gymnasium EN Rotunda

Evening Stations 4 – 5:30 PM Morrill/Jennings Breezeway EN Rotunda

Event Changes and Cancellations If there are any cancellations or changes in location or time, you can find out about it here:

• SCSU daily WOW email • Twitter: @SCSUWOW Location Key ASC: Adant i Student Cen ter BU:Bul Conn Hall: C ey Library onnecticut H all DA: Davis H EN: Englem all an Hall FPS: Farnha m Programm ing Spac MFH: Moore e Field House SZ: Schwartz Hall

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TUESDAY, JANUARY 17 8 -10 AM – Donuts with the Dean – EN Rotunda Stop by and meet Dr. Jules Tetreault, Assistant Vice President and Dean of Students, for a tasty treat and a cup of joe to kick off the semester!

10 AM-2 PM – Trackless Train Ride – Conn Hall Hop on the train for a ride between Conn Hall and Buley Library.

10 AM-2 PM – Sleepy Owls – Granoff Health Center Join Student Health Services for a cozy and relaxing open house. Make your own aromatherapy heating pad or sleep mask, enjoy delicious refreshments, receive a self-care kit, and learn about healthy sleep and relaxation habits. Feel free to wear your jammies!

2-3 PM Welcome Back Reception with President Joe ASC Theatre Reception Area Join President Joe and his team as they welcome you back to the spring semester! Come mingle and enjoy a tasty treat too!

12-2 PM – Tip Tuesday – ASC Plaza Level Get to know SUMA Marketing and all of their tips and tricks about the organization and marketing profession. Freebies will be given out to all those that visit us.

12-2 PM – Davis Welcome Table with the School of Education – DA 110 Join the School of Education for snacks and coffee! Staff will be on hand to answer questions that you may have about the programs offered by the School of Education and answer any questions about background checks.

12-2 PM – Relax with Outreach Unlimited – EN B121 Come and have a blast with members of Outreach Unlimited with coloring, puzzles, and snacks to celebrate the new semester! Learn how you can be more involved.

2-3 PM – Welcome Back Reception with President Joe – Theatre Reception Area Join President Joe and his team as they welcome you back to the spring semester! Come mingle and enjoy a tasty treat too!

2-4 PM – Meet the Dietician – ASC Fitness Center Meet Sarah Varcher, Registered Dietician, and ask her your quick nutrition and healthy eating related questions or stop by and sign up for a FREE nutrition counseling session in February. She will provide resources, recipes, and snacks! This is available for all students, and not just members.

ONGOING PROGRAMS: Feminine Product Drive for the Homeless Join the Sociology Club as they will be collecting sealed feminine products (tampons, pads) to donate to Columbus House, a local homeless shelter. Collection boxes will be found in the Sociology department office in Engleman, the SAGE Center on the 3rd floor of the Student Center, the information desk on the plaza level of the Student Center, and the Lang House.

Free Group Fitness with the SCSU Fitness Center – ASC Fitness Center Try out any of the fitness classes that are on the spring 2017 calendar! Meet the instructors, get motivated, and prepare for an awesome semester of fitness. There is no membership required from Wednesday through Friday! Visit www.southernct.edu/fitnesscenter for a list of classes. Space is limited so arrive early; non members must sign a waiver.

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TUESDAY, JANUARY 17 4-6 PM – Cup of Soup with SGA – EN Rotunda What better way to warm up on the way to class than with a hot cup of soup from the Student Government Association! Come learn about what SGA is, and find out how they can help you assure that your voice is heard. Your Government, Your Voice.

5:30-6:30 PM – Hot Chocolate Bar – ASC Plaza Level Come relax with the ladies of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. and enjoy a cup of hot cocoa, featuring many different toppings to customize your drink. We hope to see you there!

5:30-7 PM – Your Passport to Adventure – ASC 306 Join Global Brigades and create goals and wishes about different places that you would like to travel to. Decorate your own booklet and passport, as well as learn about the awesome opportunities that Global Brigades will have throughout this semester to Nicaragua as well as their future brigade in 2018.

6-10 PM – Archery Tag – ASC Ballroom 4-6 PM Cup of Soup with SGA EN Rotunda What better way to warm up on the way to class than with a hot cup of soup from the Student Government Association! Come learn about what SGA is, and find out how they can help you assure that your voice is heard. Your Government, Your Voice.

What do you call something that is dodgeball, paintball, and laser tag all in one? ARCHERY TAG! Volunteer as tribute and join us in the ballroom for some competitive fun!

7-9 PM – Spend Time with Club Taekwondo – Pelz Gymnasium If you have wondered what it is like to train in the martial arts, then please join us to learn more about the beautiful and powerful martial art of Taekwondo. No previous experience is necessary.

8-10 PM – ProCon Movie Night – ASC Theatre Kick back and relax! Join ProCon for a screening of Kevin Hart: What Now?, while enjoying some light refreshments.

8-10 PM – SIA Kickoff to 2017! – ASC 201 Join the lovely Latin ladies in easy and quick activities to kickoff the new year and the spring semester! Free giveaways throughout the event.

6-10 PM Archery Tag ASC Ballroom What do you call something that is dodgeball, paintball, and laser tag all in one? ARCHERY TAG! Volunteer as tribute and join us in the ballroom for some competitive fun!

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WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 18 9 AM-12 PM – Welcome Back with the Muslim Student Association – EN Rotunda Join the Muslim Student Association for a quick treat as they welcome you back to Southern for the Spring 2017 Semester.

11 AM-2 PM – Student Phil-a-Cup – ASC Plaza Level The Annual Giving Campaign at Southern wants you to show your Owl Pride! Donate $5.00+ to Southern and choose where you would like your money to go at the University. Whether it is a Hoot Loot, cash, or credit card donation you can help make a difference. If you are a senior, you can make a donation of $20.17 to the Senior Class Fund and receive a t-shirt as well as philanthropy cord to wear for graduation. Help raise awareness among students and show why it is important to give back to Southern.

11 AM-2 PM – Involvement Fair – ASC Ballroom Southern has over 100 clubs and organizations to choose from.

Make the most of your college experience and get involved! It’s never too late! Join us for the involvement fair and find your home with one of our amazing student organizations.

12-2 PM – Get Yourself Tested & HIV PrEP Clinic – Granoff Hall Walk right in for quick, free, and confidential STD testing as well as special information on PrEP! There will be more dates throughout the spring semester, however there’s no better time than now to get yourself tested!

12-2 PM – Winter Welcome Bash: Multicultural Open House – ASC 233 Kick off the 2017 spring semester at the Multicultural Center.

Join us for dominoes, crafts, trivia and cultural dishes. This is a wonderful opportunity to meet friends while discovering the abundance of resources and programs that happen in the Multicultural Center!

1-2 PM – Vegan/Vegetarian and Gluten-Free Pizza Social – ASC 301 Hungry? Indulge your taste buds with vegan/vegetarian pizza from one of New Haven’s finest pizza house. Learn about local dining options and engage with other students who have similar alternative diets.

2-2:30 PM – The How to Unpack Success Series Part 1: How to Read a Syllabus – BU 303 Join the Peer Academic Success Coaches as they provide you with the opportunity to fully understand how to read your syllabi for the Spring Semester. It’s never to late to start planning and understand what will be going on in your courses.

2-4 PM – Exercise is Medicine – SZ 100 How often do you incorporate physical activity into your daily life? Did you know that this can help prevent depression, anxiety, hypertension, obesity and even cancer! Take home information and learn how to start with a healthier you!

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11 AM-2 PM Involvement Fair ASC Ballroom Southern has over 100 clubs and organizations to choose from. Make the most of your college experience and get involved! It’s never too late!

Join us for the involvement fair and find your home with one of our amazing student organizations.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 18 2 PM – ProCon’s What’s on Wednesday – ASC Plaza Level 1-2 PM Vegan/Vegetarian and Gluten-Free Pizza Social ASC 301 Hungry? Indulge your taste buds with vegan/vegetarian pizza from one of New Haven’s finest pizza house.

Learn about local dining options and engage with other students who have similar alternative diets.

Do you have everything that you’ll need to survive this semester? Join the fun with ProCon for their What’s on Wednesday series, “Build Your Own Survival Bag.” Stop by and check out what’s going on.

4-5:30 PM – Artists’ Books/Make-A-Book – BU 118

Peruse a small collection of rare and unique Artists’ Books in the Hilton C. Buley Library. Then, create your own artists' book to take away with you. Light refreshments provided.

4-6 PM – Graduate Student Welcome Station – EN Rotunda ATTENTION GRADUATE STUDENTS: Stop by the Welcome Station for information on upcoming events and graduate student funding opportunities. Pizza and drinks will be provided with free giveaways. Sponsored by the Graduate Student Affairs Committee (GSAC).

5-7 PM – SAGE Movie Night – ASC 324 Gather together in the SAGE Center with other students to watch a free screening of Paris is Burning. This will be the first of a semester-long series of educational films at the SAGE Center which will explore the LGBTQ+ experience, and give students the opportunity to have a dialogue and understanding about the LGBTQ+ community.

5:30-7 PM – ProCon Pinterest – Theatre Reception Area Dive under the sea with Programs Council as they kick off their ProCon Pinterest series for the semester. Bring your friends and have some fun while you make your own fishbowl

6-8 PM – RHA and the Chocolate Factory – Farnham Programming Space What better way to welcome back the sweet students of Southern than with treats of all kinds! Join the Residence Hall Association’s Programming Board for chocolate, sweets, and fun to indulge in and bond over.

6:30 PM – The Impact of Education on Health – ASC 311 Join Dr. Marian Evans for a guided conversation on education and the impact of its wellbeing on students. A question and answer will follow the presentation.

6:30 PM – A Screening of The Hunting Ground – ASC Theatre Join Triota for a screening of The Hunting Ground. All are welcomed and encouraged to attend the screening and participate in the discussion about sexual assault on college campuses.

7 PM – Keep It Real: Game Night – EN B121 Get connected and enjoy building relationships and breaking down barriers across racial, class, religious, ethnic, and ALL divides, while enjoying delicious cultural cuisine.

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WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 18 7-8 PM – Game Night with Patty D! – Farnham Programming Space Come and join the Wilkinson and Brownell communities as they host a meet and greet with the Director of Integrated Communications and Marketing, Patrick Dilger, otherwise known as “Patty D”. Are you interested in a career in marketing or communications? Come grab a snack, play in a board game tournament, and learn about Mr. Dilger’s daily responsibilities.

Winners of the games will also win awesome prizes.

7-9:30 PM – Latin Moves – ASC Ballroom Come out and learn various Latin dances and enjoy some Latin American food with OLAS and the OLAS Dance Team.

8-10 PM – Trap Karaoke – EN C112 It’s a karaoke movement! Join the Black Student Union and your fellow peers to perform today’s hits karaoke style! Whether you are there to enjoy the show and some food, or sing your heart out, this is the karaoke night of your dreams.

8-10 PM – Mug Madness: Hot Chocolate Edition – Farnham Programming Space Take some time to relax and unwind before a busy semester with the Schwartz Hall and North Campus staffs. Come and decorate your own ceramic mugs, paint a canvas, and make your own “hot chocolate on the go.”

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8-10 PM Trap Karaoke EN C112 It’s a karaoke movement! Join the Black Student Union and your fellow peers to perform today’s hits karaoke style!

Whether you are there to enjoy the show and some food, or to sing your heart out, this is the karaoke night of your dreams.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 19 11:30 AM-1 PM – Queer Luncheon – SAGE Center– ASC 324 Join the Sexual and Gender Equality Center for a welcome back lunch. Write your semester goals or resolutions on stars that will be displayed throughout the SAGE Center.

11 AM-2 PM – Cash Cube and Social Photo Kiosk – ASC Plaza Level Hop in the cash cube and try for your chance at winning some amazing prizes. While you wait, make a stop in our social media lounge and share how much fun you are having during the WEEK OF WELCOME.

12-1 PM – Cookies, Cocoa, and Crafts – ASC 301

11:30 AM-1 PM Queer Luncheon SAGE Center 324 Join the Sexual and Gender Equality Center for a welcome back lunch. Write your semester goals or resolutions on stars that will be displayed throughout the SAGE Center.

Join the Interfaith organizations to learn about the spiritual community at Southern while enjoying hot cocoa, cookies, and crafts!

12-2 PM – PB&J Thursday with Programs Council – EN B121 Hallway Looking for a quick lunch on your way to class? Join Programs Council, Southern' s largest programming body on our campus, for their first sandwich making extravaganza of the semester! We hope to see you there.

12-2 PM – Commuter Luncheon – ASC Ballroom Are you a commuter student and looking for a way to connect with other commuters here at Southern? This is just one way that you can—as well as a great way to grab some lunch so that you don’t need to bring it from home. Meet other commuters, the Commuter Assistants, and staff from around the University.

12:15-1:45 PM – Parent’s Meet Up – SZ 100 Join the Wellness Center and Counseling Services for this informal gathering which is aimed at any students on campus that are parents. Get connected with other individuals around campus, and hang out with us.

12-3 PM – International Photo Booth – EN Rotunda

12-2 PM Commuter Luncheon ASC Ballroom Are you a commuter student and looking for a way to connect with other commuters here at Southern?

This is just one way that you can— as well as a great way to grab some lunch so that you don’t need to bring it from home. Meet other commuters, the Commuter Assistants, and staff from around the University.

Many of us would love the opportunity to travel the world. Join the office of International Education for a photo both and enjoy photos from around the world! Learn about all of the awesome opportunities that await you and get information on how you can travel and study abroad!

1-3 PM – Success Center Luncheon – Southern Success Center BU 3rd Floor Join the Southern Success Center staff for lunch in the Southern Success Center. Check out the space and learn about the many services offered by the SSC! Let us help you find success here at Southern.

1-3 PM – Cocoa with the Caribbean Students Association – ASC Plaza Level Warm up with the Caribbean Students Association. Make your own hot cocoa kit and have some fun with us.

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THURSDAY, JANUARY 19 6 PM Meet the Greeks ASC Ballroom Are you curious about Greek Life at Southern? Meet the Greeks will feature performances from our Greek organizations, music, fun and most importantly, the opportunity to connect with each of Southern’ s fraternities and sororities. Take the first step towards going Greek! We will see you there.

Schedule of Events: 6- 7 Meet and Greet–ASC ballroom 7- 8 Organization Performances –ASC ballroom 8 -10 Individual Performances –various rooms

2-2:30 PM - How to Unpack Success Series Part 2: How to Plan a Week – BU 303 Join the Peer Academic Success Coaches as they help students understand how to organize one week and how to time manage weekly tasks such as classes, homework, quizzes, exams, papers, projects, jobs and life! Enjoy light refreshments.

5-6 PM – Ask a Philosopher! – EN Rotunda Come meet Phi Sigma Tau, the Philosophy Honor Society, and ask students and philosophy majors to try out our deep thinking skills – and try yours too!

6 PM – Meet the Greeks – ASC Ballroom Are you curious about Greek Life at Southern? Meet the Greeks will feature performances from our Greek organizations, music, fun and most importantly, the opportunity to connect with each of Southern’ s fraternities and sororities. Take the first step towards going Greek!

We will see you there.

7:30-8:30 PM – UNO with Habitat – ASC 306 Come out and join SCSU's Habitat for Humanity in a game of UNO! Bring your game face and hear more about the organization. Pizza and refreshments will be provided!

8-9 PM – Do You Want to Build a Snow Globe?

– West Campus Join the West Campus staff to enjoy hot chocolate bar and building your own snow globes!

10 PM-1 AM – SCSU Welcome Back Dance – ASC Ballroom It's time to welcome everyone back the best way we know - THE WELCOME BACK DANCE! Get ready to have some fun and party with us all night long!

10 PM-1 AM SCSU Welcome Back Dance ASC Ballroom It's time to welcome everyone back the best way we know THE WELCOME BACK DANCE! Get ready to have some fun and party with us all night long!

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FRIDAY, JANUARY 20 11 AM-2 PM – Minute to Win It – ASC Plaza Level What’s the fastest way to amazing give-a-ways? Through our Minute to Win It Games! Stop by and join in the fun and see if you have what it takes to take home a prize!

11:30-1:30 PM – Pizza and Politics – ASC Theatre Join the Office of Student Conduct and Civic Responsibility as we watch the inauguration of the 45th president of the United States.

12-1:30 PM – How to Unpack Success Series Part 3: How to Stay Positive After the First Week of School – BU 303 How do you stay positive after the first week of the semester through the cold winter months? Join the Peer Academic Success Coaches as they provide students with tips and tricks on how to stay positive after the first week of classes.

12-1 PM – Leadership Luncheon – ASC 201 Please join the graduate interns from the SAGE and Multicultural Center for a conversation on on acceptance and inclusion and how it impacts the campus community as well as student leaders. Lunch will be provided for all who attend! There are only 25 seats available so sign up ASAP in the Office of Student Involvement and Leadership Development if you are interested!

1-2:30 PM – Our Friend, Martin – ASC 326 Join the Multicultural Center in viewing and discussing Our Friend, Martin, an animated educational film about Martin Luther King, Jr. and the American civil rights movement. Popcorn and light refreshments will be provided.

12-1 PM Leadership Luncheon ASC 201 Please join the graduate interns from the SAGE and Multicultural Center for a conversation on acceptance and inclusion and how they impact the campus community. Lunch will be provided for all who attend!

There are only 25 seats available so sign up ASAP in the Office of Student Involvement and Leadership Development if you are interested!

8 PM – Elliot Zimet: Master Illusionist – John Lyman Center for the Performing Arts Tired of stale old magic? Ready for something new…something groundbreaking…someone who’s blowing up the blogosphere? He’s not only earning the respect of the magic elite, but the entertainment community worldwide. Look no further…Master Illusionist, Elliot Zimet. Elliot Zimet is unparalleled in the world of magic and illusion.

8 PM Elliot Zimet: Master Illusionist John Lyman Center for the Performing Arts Tired of stale old magic? Ready for something new…something groundbreaking…someone who’s blowing up the blogosphere? He’s not only earning the respect of the magic elite, but the entertainment community worldwide. Look no further…Master Illusionist, Elliot Zimet. Elliot Zimet is unparalleled in the world of magic and illusion. Audience have been captivated watching his appearances as a semi-finalist on “America’s Got Talent.” Recently he has been featured on Ryan Seacrest’s “AXS Life” on AXS TV, on “CBS This Morning” and VH1’s “Big Morning Buzz Life.” In the fall of 2012, Elliot starred his own off-Broadway show, which he had an extended running Times Square in New York. He also toured with “The Greatest Show on Earth”- Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus, and “The Most Interesting Show in the World” for the Dos Equis company.

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SATURDAY, JANUARY 21 12-3 PM Fake Snowman Contest – FPS Join us for our first Weekend Warrior event of the semester! Build a snowman as you learn to make fake snow and enter it in to the contest for awesome SCSU gear.

1:30 PM – Tailgate with the Blue Crew – MFH Come cheer on the Men’s and Women’s Basketball teams with the Blue Crew! Hoot and holler, and get ready for some basketball as they take on Franklin Pierce University. Enjoy snacks and get in the Owl Spirit. Women tip-off at 1:30 PM. Men tip-off at 3:30 PM.

7-9 PM – BINGO! – ASC Ballroom When the sun goes down, Owl Bingo heats up! Grab your good luck charms and head to the ASC Ballroom! Bring your friends and grab a seat as you get ready to take on high-stakes Bingo for a chance to win awesome prizes including GoPros, TVs, Gift Packs, and MUCH MORE!

SUNDAY, JANUARY 22 11 AM-2 PM – Arts and Crafts – Farnham Programming Space It’s time to warm up and have some fun, all while getting artsy!

Bring your friends to Farnham Programming Space and relax with Arts and Crafts before the semester begins! There will be crafts, games, and tons of fun!

3:30 PM – NFL AFC and NFC Championships – Farnham Programming Space

Saturday, 7-9 PM BINGO! ASC Ballroom When the sun goes down, Owl Bingo heats up! Grab your good luck charms and head to the ASC Ballroom! Bring your friends and grab a seat as you get ready to take on high-stakes Bingo for a chance to win awesome prizes including GoPros, TVs, Gift Packs, and MUCH MORE!

You’ve been waiting all season—and the viewing party is ready!

Bring your friends out to Farnham Programming Space, grab some food, and get ready so find out who is going to be in the Super Bowl! Both the AFC and NFC Championship games will be showing, as well as pizza, wings, and drinks for all to enjoy.

Sunday, 3:30 PM NFL AFC and NFC Championships Farnham Programming Space

Sunday, 11 AM-2 PM Arts and Crafts Farnham Programming Space It’s time to warm up and have some fun, all while getting artsy! Bring your friends to Farnham Programming Space and relax with Arts and Cras before the semester begins! There will be crafts, games, and tons of fun!

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You’ve been waiting all season—and the viewing party is ready! Bring your friends out to Farnham Programming Space, grab some food, and get ready so find out who is going to be in the Super Bowl! Both the AFC and NFC Championship games will be showing, as well as pizza, wings, and drinks for all to enjoy.

Check Out Southern’s Annual Spring Events!

Chinese New Year Celebration Monday, January 30 Engleman B121 at 12-1:30 PM

The Big Event Saturday, April 22 The Big Event is a campus-wide initiative that brings Southern students and staff together to support the New Haven community through service and volunteerism.

Registration opens in March.

Hall Olympics Sunday, April 23 All nine residence halls take part in friendly competitions in various events. Events range from threelegged races and scavenger hunts to three-on-three basketball tournaments and more!

64 Days of Non-Violence January 30– April 4 MLK Jr. Day Celebration Wednesday, February 1 12:30 PM in the ASC Ballroom Otus’ Birthday Wednesday, March 8 Help us celebrate everyone’s favorite Owl. The day will be filled with Owl Spirit! Don’t forget your blue and white!

12 PM ASC Heritage Ball Tuesday, March 29 Multicultural Center 7:00 PM ASC Ballroom

Cultural Festival Wednesday, April 26 11:30 AM Academic Quad Student Appreciation Day Thursday, April 27 Programs Council sponsors a day of events and giveaways to recognize students for all their hard work.

Relay For Life Friday, April 29 – Saturday, April 30 Relay For Life events raise money for cancer research while also recognizing and celebrating caregivers, who give time, love, and support to their friends, family, neighbors and coworkers facing cancer.

Spring Week Monday April 17 – Saturday April 22 Spring Week takes place during the final weeks of the spring semester, and highlights that include the Spring Week concert and dance party. In the past, the Spring Week concert has featured artists such as Fabolous, The Roots, Trey Songz, The Dream, Talib Kweli, Yellowcard and more.

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Elliot Zimet Master Illusionist Friday, January 20, 2017 • 8 PM Elliot Zimet is unparalleled in the world of magic and illusion.

Recently he has been featured on Ryan Seacrest’s “AXS Life” on AXS TV, on “CBS This Morning” and VH1’s “Big Morning Buzz Life.”

In the fall of 2012, Elliot starred his own off-Broadway show. He also toured with Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus, and “The Most Interesting Show in the World” for the Dos Equis company.

Tickets: $5 General Public, FREE SCSU students and staff with valid ID (limit 2), Seating: General Admission

Theatre Department & Crescent Players Mainstage Much Ado About Nothing

By William Shakespeare, Directed by Rebecca Goodheart February 24 & 25, March 2–4, 2017 • 8 PM February 26 & March 5 • 2 PM

Kendall Drama Lab Student-Directed One-Acts April 25– 28, 2017 • 8 PM April 29 • 2 & 8 PM

Tickets: $10 General Public, $5 SCSU faculty/staff/ student guests with ID, FREE SCSU students, Seating: General admission

For more information, please visit SouthernCT.edu/theatre

Tom Segura: No Teeth, No Entry Tour

The Golden Dragon Acrobats

Friday, April 7, 2017 • 8 PM

Recognized internationally as today’s premier Chinese acrobatic touring company, The Golden Dragons combine award-winning acrobatics, spectacular costumes, ancient and contemporary music and theatrical techniques to present an unforgettable show of breathtaking skill and beauty, representing the best of a time honored tradition that began more than twenty five centuries ago.

Tom Segura’s comedy specials “Mostly Stories” (2016) and “Completely Normal” (2014) are currently streaming on Netflix.

His television credits include “Conan,” “Not Safe with Nikki Glaser,” “Happy Endings,” “The Late Late Show,” “Comedy Central Presents: Tom Segura,” “Mash Up,” and “How to be a Grownup.” #noteethtour Tickets: $50 VIP Meet and Greet: Post Show (limited availability), $29 General Public, $20 SCSU faculty/staff, SCSU active alumni with valid ID (limit 2), $10 SCSU students with valid ID (limit 2), Seating: General Admission

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Saturday, May 6, 2017 • 8 PM

Tickets: $25 General Public, $20 SCSU faculty/staff, SCSU active alumni with valid ID (limit 2), $15 Children, $10 SCSU students with valid ID (limit 2), Seating: General Admission

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Home Games Visit SouthernCTowls.com for athletics news and schedules.

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Men’s Basketball 1/21 1/28 2/7 2/11 2/21

Franklin Pierce University Bentley University American International College College of Saint Rose Pace University

Women’s Basketball 1/21 1/28 2/7 2/11 2/21

Franklin Pierce University Bentley University American International College College of Saint Rose Pace University

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Women’s Gymnastics 2/4 2/17

Bridgeport Yale, Rhode Island College and Springfield College

New Haven, Conn.

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Women’s Lacrosse 2/24 3/8 3/10 3/20 3/25 3/29 4/1 4/12 4/15 4/18 4/29

Saint Thomas Aquinas College University of Bridgeport Tiffin University (Ohio) Mercy College Stonehill College Adelphi University Saint Anselm College Pace University Franklin Pierce University Assumption College Southern New Hampshire University

Women’s Softball 3/20 3/20 3/25 3/25 3/26 3/26 3/28 3/30 3/30 4/5 4/5 4/7 4/7 4/13 4/13 4/19 4/19 4/22 4/22 4/23

Mercy College Mercy College Saint Michael's College Saint Michael's College Saint Anselm College Saint Anselm College Pace University LIU Post LIU Post Adelphi University Adelphi University Dominican College Dominican College Post University Post University University of New Haven University of New Haven Le Moyne College Le Moyne College Le Moyne College

Men’s and Women’s Swimming and Diving 1/27

University of Bridgeport

New Haven, Conn.

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Men’s and Women’s Track & Field 1/18 1/19 1/20 1/27 2/11

URI Solien Heptathlon URI Sorlien Heptathlon Sorlien Invitational Villanova Invitational Valentine Invitational

Kingston, RI Kingston, RI Kingston, RI Staten Island, NY Boston, MA

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Stay balanced Free Yoga with Denise Zack Tuesday & Wednesday 12:30 –1:30 PM

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A perfect blend of physical poses and mindfulness. A great way to end each week!

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We are the place where hungry minds gather.

Between classes, studying, going to work, and your social life, who has time to get an affordable, healthy meal in a convenient time frame? Take a break! Use your My Meals Meal Plan to eat what you want, when you want, and how you want!

Meal plans can be redeemed at the University's all-you-care-to-eat Connecticut Dining Hall or any of the food service retail locations, including the Bagel Wagon, Davis Hall, North Campus Market and the Adanti Student Center Food Court, including Dunkin Donuts.

There are a wide variety of meal plans to fit all different schedules and life styles. All residence hall students are required to have a meal plan. But don’t worry; Commuter Meal Plans can be purchased at any time as well. We also offer allergen friendly options.

BIG BENEFITS! • SAVE UP TO 40% • SAVE ON SALES TAX! • SAVE YOUR PARKING SPACE! NO NEED TO CARRY CASH! • NUTRITIOUS FOOD OPTIONS! • INVITE A FRIEND!

TO PURCHASE A MEAL PLAN Visit the University Card Office or HootLoot.SouthernCT.edu/mealplans