SCSU Undergrad Open House NOV 9

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2024 9:30am-2:00pm Southern is leading the way in student success, academic excellence, career development, and innovative programs. At Southern, you’re part of the Owl family!

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9:30am: WELCOME SESSION Lyman Center for the Performing Arts Welcoming Remarks from SCSU Interim President, Dr. Dwayne Smith Most areas of the event open at this time. Attend any of the info sessions, below, or ongoing events, right. Feel free to explore and divide your time as needed.

DETAILED SESSION DESCRIPTIONS

INFO SESSIONS

10:30am - 11:00am Financial Aid Essentials: Fund Your Future, Engleman Hall C112

Finding Your Fit: Involvement & Belonging, Engleman Hall A120

Sesión en Español: Todo sobre la Admisión y Más, Engleman Hall B121

Pathways in Nursing: Your Journey Begins Here, Lyman Center

11:20am - 11:50am Living on Campus: Home Sweet Southern, Engleman Hall C112

Explore Southern: Careers & Majors, Engleman Hall A120

Support for Success: Accommodations & Services, Engleman Hall B121

12:10pm - 12:40pm Financial Aid Essentials: Fund Your Future, Engleman Hall C112

Transfer Success: Make the Switch to Southern, Engleman Hall A120

Support for Success: Accommodations & Services, Engleman Hall B121

1:00pm - 1:30pm Get a Head Start: Early College Programs, Engleman Hall C112

Create Your Path: Interdisciplinary Studies, Engleman Hall A120

Honors College: Reach for Excellence, Honors College Suite, Engleman Hall B225

WHILE YOU’RE ON CAMPUS...

10:00am - 2:00pm

Grab coffee, tea, donuts, or other beverages for purchase.

Dunkin’ App / gift cards not accepted. Student Center (street level)

10:00am - 3:00pm

Visit our bookstore and enjoy a 10% discount on clothing and gifts! Student Center (ground level)

11:00am - 2:00pm

12:00pm and 1:00pm

BRUNCH

PLANETARIUM SHOW

Enjoy a buffetstyle brunch at our main dining facility, Connecticut Hall.

Physics and Earth Science invite you to view a short show guided by our campus astronomers – plus learn about our astronomy minor.

Morrill Hall, 104

10:30am - 2:00pm: ONGOING EVENTS, Adanti Student Center (ASC)

ACADEMIC FAIR Ballroom, ASC 3rd floor SCSU has more than 225 academic offerings, including majors, minors, and pre-professional programs. Learn about our educational opportunities, engage with faculty and staff, explore diverse academic programs, and gain insights into your future path.

STUDENT SERVICE AND RESOURCE FAIR ASC 1st, 2nd, 3rd floors Meet our dedicated staff and learn about the offices that provide student support services such as major exploration, career development, academic support, counseling, financial literacy, health services, diversity and inclusion initiatives, sustainability, on-campus housing and more!

STUDENT INVOLVEMENT EXPO Food Court Area, ASC 1st floor Explore campus engagement opportunities with the Office of Student Involvement and Leadership Development. Connect with club leaders and discover exciting cocurricular opportunities.

SPECIALIZED TOURS

While you’re in the Adanti Student Center you also can visit: • SCSU FITNESS CENTER • ASC 204 Tour the facility and learn more about the Department of Athletics and Recreation including FREE student memberships, group fitness classes, and more!

• E-SPORTS LOUNGE • ASC 225

XR VIRTUAL REALITY ASC 3rd floor • Join us for a VR demo and explore the latest in educational virtual reality with hands-on activities and immersive experiences!

Visit our E-sports student lounge with top-of-the-line gaming equipment including gaming PCs, gaming consoles, flat-screen TVs, and luxury seating.

• MULTICULTURAL CENTER, SAGE CENTER, & INTERFAITH CENTER • ASC 202

RESIDENCE LIFE’S OWL FEST Join Residence Life and Residence Hall Association for activities, giveaways, music, and more. Tour a residence hall — and picture yourself here! Meet in Residence Life Quad,

behind Farnham Hall

Explore our Multicultural Center, SAGE Center, and Interfaith Center, where success, leadership development, and spiritual exploration are promoted for all students.

CAMPUS TOURS GENERAL WALKING TOURS are led by current Southern students and include academic and residential facilities. Tours last approximately 45 minutes. Tours depart from the Academic Quad: 10:15am, 11:00am, 11:45am, 12:30pm, and 1:00pm

SPECIALIZED BUILDING TOURS (MEET IN BUILDING LOBBIES)

STEM / ACADEMIC SCIENCE BUILDING AND LABORATORY 10:30am, 11:30am, and 12:30pm

OTHER WALKIN TOURS

SHUTTLES are available in Parking Lot P-2 adjacent to Buley Library/Engleman Hall from 11:00am onwards to return to the Wintergreen Parking Garage.

SCHOOL OF BUSINESS (SCOB)

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES

11:30am, 12:30pm, and 1:30pm

12:00pm and 1:00pm

11:00am

RESIDENCE HALLS First-Year students: Chase, Farnham, Hickerson, Neff and Wilkinson Halls.

Transfer students: Schwartz Hall 11:00am-2:00pm

EARL HALL (Art and Design Department) Explore our Department of Art and Design studios and student workspaces on a guided tour. All majors are invited to join! Meet in building lobby.

11:30am AND 12:30pm

LYMAN CENTER (Theatre Department) Theatre majors and enthusiasts alike

ONGOING 10:30am2:00pm

DIGITAL PRODUCTION FACILITY (Communication, Media and Screen

can explore boundless creative opportunities at SCSU. Meet in building lobby.

Studies Department) • Earl Hall 122 • Visit our cutting-edge media production hub for Film, Television, and Media Production students, featuring a broadcast studio, editing suites, a podcast studio, and high-end field equipment.

BEFORE YOU LEAVE CAMPUS...

Visit the FAREWELL STATION between 12:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. outside of the Wintergreen Building. Ask any last-minute questions—and don’t forget to collect the final piece to complete your event giveaway set!

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