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FRIDAY · JANUARY 13, 2023
ORIENTATION CHECK-IN AND BREAKFAST
8–10am | DeRosa University Center
Check-in at the DeRosa University Center where you and your student will pick up your Orientation materials. The Pacific Card office will be onsite for those students who still need to pick up their Pacific ID cards. Complimentary breakfast will be served.
UNIVERSITY WELCOME
10–10:15am | DeRosa University Center Ballroom
President Christopher Callahan welcomes new students and families to University of the Pacific during this opening ceremony and will offer guidance and perspective for creating a strong foundation within our Pacific community. New Student and Family Orientation nametags are required for entrance.
MAKING THE TRANSITION INTO THE PACIFIC COMMUNITY
10:30–11am | DeRosa University Center Ballroom
In this opening session, families will hear from current Pacific students on a variety of topics from how they manage their course loads and busy social lives to time management strategies and finding ways to take care of their well-being. The Office of Orientation and Transition Programs will also share and offer advice for how families can support their student’s college journey and stay connected to Pacific.
BREAKOUT SESSIONS
11am–Noon | Note: Sessions will repeat
The Residential and Dining Experience at Pacific | Presidents Room
Regardless of where your student lives, there are resources to help them make sure their living environment supports their student experience. Learn how your student will navigate residential living and the dining experiences on-campus, tips for managing meal plan points, special dietary needs, and other helpful tips to practice in and out of the residence halls.
Partners in Career Development | Janet Leigh Theatre
Learn how your student will navigate finding on-campus employment, internships, and other career preparation services. The Career team will answer questions, talk more about the university’s job board, Handshake, and how they help students to expand their networks and connect with real-world employers.
LUNCH AND CAMPUS RESOURCE FAIR
Noon–1pm | DeRosa University Center
THE PACIFIC EDUCATION
1–2pm | Various
The undergraduate academic experience at Pacific is designed to make our students informed and engaged citizens who think critically, act ethically, and communicate effectively. In this session, students will join and meet leadership from their school and
academic major who will cast a vision of the undergraduate academic experience at Pacific.
• College of the Pacific | Wendell Phillips Center (WPC) 140
• Eberhardt School of Business | Weber Hall 102
• School of Engineering and Computer Sciences Chambers Technology Center (CTC) 115
• School of Health Sciences | Biology Building 101
• Benerd College | Benerd College 118
• Conservatory of Music | Buck Hall 113
BREAKOUT SESSIONS
2–3pm | Note: Sessions will repeat
Financing Your Student’s Education | Janet Leigh Theatre
Hear from Financial Aid and Student Accounts representatives to learn how they can help students access their services and get personalized attention and answers to questions about everything from financial aid requirements, billing, payment plans, tips for financial responsibility, and more.
Living Pacific’s Values: Keeping Our Students and Campus Safe | Presidents Room
Pacific is only one of two private universities in California whose officers have full police officer authority, giving them the ability to focus on keeping the university community safe, 24/7. In this session, we will discuss our approach to campus safety and how we provide opportunities for students to become invested citizen leaders in their campus community.
CAMPUS TOUR
3–4pm | Campus-wide
ORIENTATION CLOSING EVENT
4–5pm | DeRosa University Center
At this Orientation closing session, we say farewell to our families and supporters and send well wishes to our new students as they embark on the start of their undergraduate journeys at Pacific.
FRIDAY JANUARY 13, 2023
ORIENTATION CHECK-IN AND BREAKFAST
8–10am | DeRosa University Center
Check-in at the DeRosa University Center where you will pick up your Orientation materials. The Pacific Card office will be onsite for those students who still need to pick up their Pacific ID cards. Complimentary breakfast will be served.
UNIVERSITY WELCOME
10–10:15am | DeRosa University Center Ballroom
President Christopher Callahan welcomes new students and families to University of the Pacific during this opening ceremony and will offer guidance and perspective for creating a strong foundation within our Pacific community. New Student and Family Orientation nametags are required for entrance.
TIGER HUDDLE #1 10:30–11am | Various
Students will come together with their Orientation Leaders and group for fun icebreakers and to discuss important resources for new students.
BREAKOUT SESSIONS
11am–Noon | Grace Covell
Money Matters and Understanding Your Financial Responsibilities
Students will engage with Financial Aid and Student Accounts representatives to learn how they can access its services and get personalized attention and answers to questions about everything from financial aid requirements, payment plans, billing, tips for financial responsibility, and more.
Living Pacific’s Values: Building a Safe and Inclusive Community
Pacific is a community that watches out for each other. Students will engage in conversations about topics surrounding personal safety, consent, advocacy, and how students can be positive campus leaders who help create inclusive and safe spaces for everyone.
LUNCH AND CAMPUS RESOURCE FAIRNoon–1pm | DeRosa University Center
THE PACIFIC EDUCATION 1–2pm | Various
The undergraduate academic experience at Pacific is designed to make our students informed and engaged citizens who think critically, act ethically, and communicate effectively. In this session, students will join and meet leadership from their school and academic major who will cast a vision of the undergraduate academic experience at Pacific.
• College of the Pacific | Wendell Phillips Center (WPC) 140
• Eberhardt School of Business | Weber Hall 102
• School of Engineering and Computer Sciences Chambers Technology Center (CTC) 115
• School of Health Sciences | Biology Building 101
• Benerd College | Benerd College 118
• Conservatory of Music | Buck Hall 113
TIGER HUDDLE #1 2–2:30pm | Various
Learn how Pacific supports students regarding the registration process for accommodations and documentation requirements, as well as provide an overview of academic intervention programs, peer-to-peer mentoring, tutoring, library services, and how to navigate tools and systems for academic success.
GROUP ADVISING 2:30–4pm | Various
Connect and engage with new and returning students and faculty from your major cohort and learn more about the ins and outs of your undergraduate academic experience.
ORIENTATION CLOSING EVENT 4–5pm | DeRosa University Center
At this Orientation closing session, we say farewell to our families and supporters and send well wishes to our new students as they embark on the start of their undergraduate journeys at Pacific.
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FRIDAY · JANUARY 13, 2023
WEEK OF WELCOME SPRING MIXER 7–9pm | Calaveras Kitchen
Kick-off Spring Week of Welcome with Residential Life and Housing at a fun evening social-winter wonderland style! Come out to meet new and current residents, while enjoying some delicious food.
SATURDAY · JANUARY 14, 2023
MEN’S BASKETBALL VS SANTA CLARA
7pm | Alex G Spanos Center
Come out and support your fellow Tigers! Students receive FREE admissions to Pacific Athletics’ Home Games with their Pacific ID. #UpRoar
SUPER SMASH BROS COMPETITION
7–9pm | Grace Covell Tiger Lounge
Are you the ultimate video game player? Whether you are new or an expert, come join us for an all-out Super Smash Bros competition!
MONDAY · JANUARY 16, 2023 TUESDAY · JANUARY 17, 2023
CELEBRATING DR. KING
All Day | DeRosa University Center Lobby
Come through the DUC Lobby to view visual displays of MLK’s monumental moments in his life that impact the world and the civil rights movement.
SUPER SMASH BROS COMPETITION
7–9pm | Grace Covell Tiger Lounge
Are you the ultimate video game player? Whether you are new or an expert, come join us for an all-out Super Smash Bros competition!
PR FITNESS CHALLENGE
Tuesday–Friday | Baun Fitness Center
Come set your personal record with Pacific Recreation! Everday from Tuesday to Friday, there will be a daily exercise challenge that you can compete in for a chance to win a prize! Check out our live leaderboard throughout the week to track our winners for each daily exercise. All welcome to participate!
CARNIVAL CLIMB
Tuesday–Friday, 4–9pm | Baun Fitness Center, Rock Tower
Saturday, 10am–Noon| Baun Fitness Center, Rock Tower
Come challenge yourself with our new and special routes on the rock tower including our Speed Route, Buddy Route, Ping Pong Ball Route, and more!
THERE WILL BE DONUTS!
9–11am | The Rocks
Free Donuts. That’s it. That’s the description. Come and get ‘em!
LUNCH AND LEARN
Noon–12:30pm | McCaffrey Center 2nd Floor
Want to improve your time management and scheduling skills? Join the Pacific LEADS Team for an interactive session to prepare you for Spring! Food provided.
CRAFT YOUR 2023 VISION BOARD
Noon–2pm | Morris Chapel
Join Religious and Spiritual Life to make vision boards, to celebrate the new year, and new semester. Supplies are provided; come with your goals and ideas!
SERVICES FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES (SSD)
OPEN HOUSE
1–2pm | McCaffrey Center 2nd Floor
Drop in and meet with Services for Students with Disabilities Staff to discuss accommodations and the registration process, test proctoring center, how to request faculty notification letters and how to use the SSD Student Portal.
FIRST-GEN HUB OPEN HOUSE
4–5pm | McCaffrey Center 1st Floor
Meet the Success TRiO and Community Involvement Program teams! Come learn about how our programs can provide first-generation college students with academic and personal support.
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TUESDAY
JANUARY 17, 2023 (cont.)
HOT COCOA-IT-UP WITH PACIFIC LEADS
4:30–6pm | McCaffrey Center
Come and grab FREE hot cocoa provided by the Orientation & Transition Programs Team and the Pacific LEADS Mentors. We will have a selection of toppings and festive delights to keep you warm and toasty on this cold winter night.
POP-HIP HOP MASHUP ZUMBA CLASS
5:15–6:15pm | Baun Fitness Center, Stripe Studio
Join Kelsey in this mashup beginner Zumba class. Bring a friend and dance along to top hits!
3-POINT SHOOTOUT
7–9pm | Janssen Lagorio Gym
How many 3-pointers can you make? Join Pacific Recreation in a friendly 3-point shootout competition.
WEDNESDAY
JANUARY 18, 2023
WEIGHT ROOM WEDNESDAY
10am–Noon | Baun Fitness Center
Let’s get oriented in the weight room!
Attend a walkthrough with one of our personal trainers to help familiarize yourself with our equipment, how to modify the equipment to meet your needs, and to answer any questions you may have.
TAKE CARE FAIR
11:30am–1pm | DeRosa University Center
Campus departments and partners welcome you to this interactive mental health, well-being, and holistic care fair with information, activities and free giveaways.
DESSERT POP-UP
Noon–1pm | DeRosa University Center Marketplace
Join the Bon Appetit Team and enjoy what your Pacific dining experience has to offer at our dessert pop-up table!
MLK CELEBRATION SPEECH & POETRY READING
Noon–1:30pm | DeRosa University Center Lair
Share your own personal insights and reflections to Dr. King’s work and the impact he has on society. The Pacific community will share at the Lair various poems and statements.
FOOD RESOURCE CENTER OPEN HOUSE & SUSTAINABILITY DROP-IN
1–2pm | Wendell Phillips Center 98
The Food Resource Center is here for Pacific student who could use some assistance making ends meet. If you have a need, we want to help!
FRATERNITY AND SORORITY LIFE INFO
SESSION
5–7pm | DeRosa University Center Ballroom
Interested in getting involved on-campus? Come learn more and hear from current Pacific students about how to join a social Greek Organization.
WEIGHT ROOM WEDNESDAY
5–7pm | Baun Fitness Center
Let’s get oriented in the weight room! Attend a walkthrough with one of our personal trainers to help familiarize yourself with our equipment, how to modify the equipment to meet your needs, and to answer any questions you may have.
MARIO KART RACING
6–8pm | DeRosa University Center Lair
It’s-a Me, Mario! Whether you want to collect gold coins or throw a turtle shell to wipe out the competition, join Pacific Recreation for a night full of twists and turns.
ASUOP FILM SERIES
8–10pm | Janet Leigh Theatre
The Arts & Entertainment and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion departments of ASUOP sponsor various film series on select weekdays and weekends for Pacific students
featuring recent major films, cult classics, and independent movies. Students receive FREE admission to these film screenings with their Pacific ID!
THURSDAY
JANUARY 19, 2023
FIRST-GEN TIPS INFO SESSION
1–2pm | Janet Leigh Theatre
Join us to learn more about resources and tips for first-generation college students.
PROFESSIONAL HEADSHOTS
2–4pm | DeRosa University Center
Come dressed to “professionally” impress and a skilled photographer will capture several photos fit for your career and business needs.
DON’T ESCAPE HIIT!
2–5pm | Baun Fitness Center Roar Room
Come get your sweat on during our 30-minute HIIT workout sessions! All sessions will run consecutively with rest breaks in between. Pacific Recreation will also be introducing their newly renovated functional training space and highlighting their user-friendly MARS screen on the Escape Rig.
PAINT DAY: EXPRESSING THE DREAM!
3–5pm | McCaffrey Center East, Center for Identity and Inclusion
Join various student groups and departments as we share, build community, and express ourselves through artwork. Participants will have an opportunity to utilize a personal canvas to create art that expresses
what MLK Week means to them. Materials will be provided.
MEET THE GREEKS
5–7pm | DeRosa University Center Lawn
Looking to create new connections and build a community on campus? Social Greek Organizations want to meet you! Mingle with professional and social Greek Organizations to learn about how to join and their upcoming events.
ZUMBA GLOW PARTY
7–8pm | Baun Fitness Center Stripe Studio
If there's one thing that comes to mind when someone hears the words "glow party", it's usually this! Dance along in the fluorescent glow to brightly colored objects and clothing, turning the Stripe Studio into a whirlwind of color.
ASUOP TRIVIA NIGHT
7:30–10pm | DeRosa University Center Lair Join Campus Life and ASUOP’s Arts and Entertainment Teams on a night full of trivia. Come prepared with your teams and ready to win prizes!
FRIDAY JANUARY 20, 2023
PACIFIC FRIDAY
11am–1pm | DeRosa University Center Lawn Join us at the DUC Lawn for an afternoon of fun, free food, music, giveaways, and more with your Pacific Athletics teams! Wear Pacific gear for an extra chance to win cool prizes.
WORDS OF AFFIRMATION FOR DR. KING!
11:45am–1pm | DeRosa University Center Lawn
Kicking off another fantastic Pacific Friday, join the fun in sharing words of affirmation and thoughts on social justice and MLK. The postings will be displayed throughout campus spaces.
VOLLEYBALL ON THE LAWN
Noon–2pm | DeRosa University Center Lawn
Are you ready to service, spike, and dig? Bring a friend and join Pacific Recreation for a friendly game of volleyball on the lawn. No experience is necessary.
WHAT MAKES A HOME?
1–3pm | Center for Identity and Inclusion
Participate in an interactive session that explores all the affinity spaces and utilizes your senses when it comes to thinking of home within the Center for Identity and Inclusion. At the conclusion of visiting all spaces, stay to receive a “CII Swag Bag” using a stamp card.
SOUL GROOVE YOGA
5:15–6:30pm | Baun Fitness Center Stripe Studio
Grab a friend and participate in some inspiring, uplifting, and soul-stirring Vinyasa Yoga with a beat! Taught by one of our most veteran Tiger X instructors, Deanna.
ASUOP PLANT AND SIP
7–9pm | DeRosa University Center Lair
Join Associated Students of University of the Pacific (ASuop) Government
Team for a night of planting and relaxation. Grab your roommate or a group of friends and join us as we begin the Spring Semester!
SATURDAY JANUARY 21, 2023
WOMEN’S BASKETBALL VS PORTLAND
2pm | Alex G Spanos Center
Come out and support your fellow Tigers! Students receive FREE admissions to Pacific Athletics’ Home Games with their Pacific ID. #UpRoar
PACIFIC ATHLETICS TAILGATE
4–6pm | Alex G Spanos Center
Join us for games, door prizes, and more before your Pacific Men’s Basketball team takes on Gonzaga! The first 100 students in attendance will get 3 free wings courtesy of Smitty’s Wings and Things.
MEN’S BASKETBALL VS GONZAGA
7pm | Alex G Spanos Center
Come out and support your fellow Tigers! Students receive FREE admissions to Pacific Athletics’ Home Games with their Pacific ID. #UpRoar
ASUOP FILM SERIES
8–10pm | Janet Leigh Theatre
The Arts & Entertainment and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion departments of ASUOP sponsor various film series on select weekdays and weekends for Pacific students featuring recent major films, cult classics, and independent movies. Students receive FREE admission to these film screenings with their Pacific ID!
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