USI Welcome Week 2020

AUGUST 17–28, 2020

USI.edu/welcomeweek

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AS A MEMBER OF THE USI COMMUNITY...

I will practice personal and academic integrity; I will reject and confront all manifestations of discrimination while striving to learn from differences in people, ideas and opinions; I will demonstrate concern for others, their feelings, their property and their need for conditions which support their work and development; Allegiance to these ideals requires that I refrain from and discourage behaviors which threaten the freedom and respect every individual deserves.

The University of Southern Indiana is a diverse community devoted to preparing students to become better students. Each member of this community is obligated to a code of civil behavior. If you experience or observe actions on campus which are not in accordance with the USI Creed, please contact the Dean of Students Office at 812-464-1862.

As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, the University of Southern Indiana considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy or marital status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other category protected by law or identified by the University as a protected class.

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SCHEDULE

MONDAY, AUGUST 17

AT-A-GLANCE

9 a.m.-4 p.m. | On-Campus Housing Move-In* | P arking Lot B 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Welcome Week Check-In Fair | University Center 6-8 p.m. | Ice Cream Social Curbside Pick-Up | Fuquay Welcome Center Circle 6:30-8 p.m. | Transfer Student Virtual Meeting** | Zoom

TUESDAY, AUGUST 18

9 a.m.-4 p.m. | On-Campus Housing Move-In* | Parking Lot B 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Welcome Week Check-In Fair | University Center 1:30-4:30 p.m. | Find Your Class | UC West Info Desk 6-8 p.m. | Trivia Night** | UC Performance Center (and virtual stream) 6:30-8 p.m. | Commuter Student Virtual Meeting** | Zoom

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 19

9 a.m.-4 p.m. | On-Campus Housing Move-In* | P arking Lot B 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Welcome Week Check-In Fair | University Center 1:30-4:30 p.m. | Find Your Class | UC West Info Desk 6-8 p.m. | Lawn Games | Quad 6:30-8 p.m. | Commuter Student Virtual Meeting** | Zoom

THURSDAY, AUGUST 20

9 a.m.-4 p.m. | On-Campus Housing Move-In* | P arking Lot B 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Welcome Week Check-In Fair | University Center 1:30-4:30 p.m. | Find Your Class | UC West Info Desk 3:30-5 p.m. | Cultural Diversity Welcome Reception** | Virtual Program 6:30-8 p.m. | Commuter Student Virtual Meeting** | Zoom 8:30 p.m. | Outdoor Movie and Popsicles | Quad *Residents are required to sign up for a move-in time through Housing. **Visit USI.edu/welcomeweek for updated information and virtual programs. Programs are subject to change.

Bring Student ID to all events. Face coverings are required at all events. Events are subject to change.

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SCHEDULE AT-A-GLANCE

FRIDAY, AUGUST 21

8:30 a.m.-6 p.m. | Welcome Week Info Desk and Check-In | UC West 1st floor 10:30 a.m. | Eagle Experience: Academic Success* | Multiple Locations 1:30-4:30 p.m. | Find Your Class | Quad 4-9:30 p.m. | Welcome Bash** | Multiple Locations and virtual 5-7 p.m. | Fraternity and Sorority Life Info Fair | Quad

SATURDAY, AUGUST 22

9 a.m.-5 p.m. | Welcome Week Info Desk and Check-In | UC West 1st floor 10-11 a.m. | Yoga on the Quad | Quad 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Commuter Student Virtual Meeting** | Zoom 3 p.m. | Eagle Experience: Virtual Program** | Online 6-10 p.m. | Eagle Extravaganza | Quad

SUNDAY, AUGUST 23

10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Welcome Week Info Desk and Check-In | UC West 1st floor 11 a.m. | Welcome Back BBQ | Quad 1-4 p.m. | Honors Welcome Reception | Orr Center Lawn 1-5 p.m. | Find Your Class | Quad 1-5 p.m. | Block Party | Housing Community Center

food service hours

Visit USI.sodexomyway.com for the complete list of Food Service locations and hours. All meals starting Monday in The Loft require a meal plan, Munch Money, Flex money or credit cards to purchase food. Friday lunch will be provided as part of Welcome Week. View page 5 for a list of Welcome Week Food Service Hours.

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Deadline to change a meal plan is midnight Sunday, August 23 in writing by emailing : foodmealplans@usi.edu

SUNDAY, AUGUST 23 (continued)

3 p.m. | Christian Worship Service | Carter Hall 4 p.m. | Newman Catholic Mass | Mitchell Auditorium (HP 1002) 7 p.m. | Chris Turner Watch Party** | Virtual Program

MONDAY, AUGUST 24

7:30 a.m.-6 p.m. | Welcome Tents | Multiple locations 6 p.m. | Blackboard Training for all Students** | Virtual

TUESDAY, AUGUST 25

7:30 a.m.-6 p.m. | Welcome Tents | Multiple locations 6 p.m. | Zoom Training for all Students** | Virtual

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 26

10 a.m. | Blackboard Training for all Students** | Virtual 10 a.m.- 1 p.m. | Experience USI Your Way! | Outside UC East

THURSDAY, AUGUST 27

10 a.m. | Zoom Training for all Students** | Virtual 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Grab ‘n Go DOSO | UC Breezeway 5-8 p.m. | Multicultural Center Cookout and Open House | Rice Plaza Amphitheatre 7 p.m. | Fraternity and Sorority Life Info Night** | Microsoft Teams Live

*All new students are expected to attend. **Visit USI.edu/welcomeweek for updated information and virtual programs. Programs are subject to change.

Bring Student ID to all events. Face coverings are required at all events. Events are subject to change.

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ALL WEEK

EVENTS NEW STUDENT MOVE-IN AND CHECK-IN

Monday, August 17-Thursday, August 20 9 a.m.-4 p.m. | On-Campus Housing Move-In | Parking Lot B

Residential students are required to sign up for a move-in time. They will receive their room key and move-in materials when they arrive to campus along with a new student welcome bag that includes their campus provided mask.

10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Welcome Week Check-In Fair | University Center All NEW STUDENTS are invited to attend this fair to prepare for the fall

semester. Campus departments will be available to handle University business to help you prepare for the fall.

• Eagle Access Card (Student IDs) • • • • • • •

All students will need to bring a government issued ID card in order to get your USI Student ID.

USI Dining and Meal Plans Multicultural Center Information Technology University Health Center (Immunization Form Drop-off) Student Financial Assistance Campus Store Commuter Student Check-In

WELCOME WEEK CHECK-IN FOR COMMUTER STUDENTS

Check in at the Welcome Week Check-In Fair or on Friday, August 21Sunday, August 23 at the University Center West Information Desk. This is where commuter students will receive their new student welcome bag and campus provided face covering.

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STUDENT ACTIVITIES Scavenger Hunt | Smartphone App 24 Things to do During Welcome Week Promotional Sheet | Across Campus USI Specific TikTok Challenge | TikTok app USI’s “Most Instagram-able Spots” | Instagram app Class of 2024 Mosaic | Submit your picture at USI.edu/welcomeweek Welcome Week Trivia Challenge | USI.edu/welcomeweek Visit USI.edu/welcomeweek for more information

WELCOME WEEK FOOD SERVICE HOURS Starting Monday, all meals in The Loft require a meal plan, Munch Money, Flex money or credit cards to purchase food. Additional food locations will be open. Visit USI.sodexomyway.com for the complete list of Food Service locations and hours.

THE LOFT DINING HOURS: Monday, August 17–Friday*, August 21 Breakfast: 7-10 a.m.

Lunch: 10:30 a.m.- 2 p.m.

Dinner: 4:30- 7 p.m.

Saturday, August 22 and Sunday, August 23 Open: 10:30 a.m.- 6 p.m.

Additional dining locations will be open other hours.

*Friday lunch will be provided as part of Welcome Week and The Loft will be closed during this time.

*All new students are expected to attend. **Visit USI.edu/welcomeweek for updated information and virtual programs. Programs are subject to change.

Bring Student ID to all events. Face coverings are required at all events. Events are subject to change.

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MONDAY 6-8 p.m.

AUGUST 17

ICE CREAM CURBSIDE PICk-UP Fuquay Welcome Center Circle

Walk or drive up to our table as we provide our very own curbside service ice cream treat. While supplies last.

Sponsored by Student Development Programs

6:30 p.m. TRANSFER STUDENT VIRTUAL MEETING**

Transfer students will have their meetings virtually to meet other new students and learn about USI programs and services. Visit USI.edu/ WelcomeWeek for virtual program information.

TUESDAY

AUGUST 18

find your class 1:304:30 p.m. UC West Information Desk

Don’t be late to your first college class! Welcome Week Leaders and AMIGOs will assist you in finding classrooms for your fall semester classes.

6-8 p.m. trivia night

Performance Center and Virtual Come play a trivia challenge in the Performance Center or follow along on Instagram @usisdp to participate in the Trivia Challenge going on all week. Top 10 finishers will receive a prize pack from SDP!

6:30 p.m. commuter STUDENT VIRTUAL MEETING**

Commuter students will have their meetings virtually to meet other new students and learn about USI programs and services. Visit USI.edu/ WelcomeWeek for virtual program information.

WEDNESDAY

AUGUST 19

find your class 1:304:30 p.m. UC West Information Desk

Don’t be late to your first college class! Welcome Week Leaders and AMIGOs will assist you in finding classrooms for your fall semester classes.

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**Visit USI.edu/welcomeweek for updated information and virtual programs. Programs are subject to change.

Bring Student ID to all events. Face coverings are required at all events. Events are subject to change.

6-8 p.m. LAWN GAMES Quad

Come out and meet someone new while you play lawn games and enjoy snacks! Sponsored by Student Development Programs

6:30 p.m. COMMUTER STUDENT VIRTUAL MEETING**

Commuter students will have their meetings virtually to meet other new students and learn about USI programs and services. Visit USI.edu/ WelcomeWeek for virtual program information.

THURSDAY

AUGUST 20

1:30find your class 4:30 p.m. UC West Information Desk

Don’t be late to your first college class! Welcome Week Leaders and AMIGOs will assist you in finding classrooms for your fall semester classes.

3:305 p.m.

CULTURAL DIVERSITY WELCOME RECEPTION virtual program

This annual event helps participants build bridges and friendships within the USI community while emphasizing academic excellence. It is a fun and exciting way to begin college in an virtual setting with faculty, staff, returning students, alumni, trustees and employees, including the president and provost. In addition, you will receive information on USI services and programs. Visit USI.edu/mcc for the registration form.

Sponsored by the Multicultural Center

6:30 p.m. commuter STUDENT VIRTUAL MEETING**

Commuter students will have their meetings virtually to meet other new students and learn about USI programs and services.

Visit USI.edu/WelcomeWeek for virtual program information.

8:30 p.m. OUTDOOR MOVIE AND POPSICLES Quad

The Activities Programming Board (APB) and Fraternity and Sorority Life are sponsoring Jurassic Park (1993), this year’s first late-night movie!

Bring a blanket, grab a free popsicle and enjoy a movie outdoors! (Rain location: Screaming Eagles Arena) Sponsored by APB and Fraternity and Sorority Life

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FRIDAY

AUGUST 21

8:30 a.m. WELCOME WEEK INFO DESK AND CHECK-IN –6 p.m. UC West 1st floor Commuter students check in at the University Center West Information Desk. This is the location where commuter students will receive their new student welcome bag and campus provided mask.

10:30 a.m. EAGLE EXPERIENCE ACADEMIC SUCCESS* –1:30 p.m. Multiple Locations

Participate in Convocation, the official welcome and induction to USI for all new students. Then meet with your college, have lunch and learn how to get involved in your major. Visit USI.edu/welcomeweek to find out your major’s meeting location.

Find your class 1:30– 4:30 p.m. Quad (Rain Location: UC Breezeway)

Don’t be late to your first college class! Welcome Week Leaders and AMIGOs will assist you in finding classrooms for your fall semester classes.

4– WELCOME BASH** 9:30 p.m. Multiple Locations and Virtual

4-6 p.m. in Carter Hall [top of UC West]: Drop in and test your skills at a game (or two) of SUPER BINGO with APB! You may win an awesome prize (while prizes last).

5 p.m. Under the UC Breezeway: Are you a painter? Do you need a little help with a paint along video? We have you covered! We will be providing paint at home kits with the video link for you to paint along!

7-8:30 p.m. On the Quad: Listen along as Freddie Bourne and his band play all your favorite tunes. He may even take some requests from you!

7 p.m. Under the UC Breezeway: “Adopt” an Eagle and stuff your own Archie. Quantities are limited.

7:30-9:30 p.m. in the Rice Plaza Amphitheater: Were you born to sing?

Come out for some karaoke! Hosted by the USI Homecoming Committee All Day—Before I Graduate Banner—under the UC Breezeway

5–7 p.m. FRATERNITY AND SORORITY LIFE INFO FAIR

Quad Find out what sorority and fraternity life is like at USI by visiting each organization’s information table.

Sponsored by Fraternity and Sorority Life

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*All new students are expected to attend. **Visit USI.edu/welcomeweek for updated information and virtual programs. Programs are subject to change.

Bring Student ID to all events. Face coverings are required at all events. Events are subject to change.

SATURDAY 9 a.m.– 5 p.m.

AUGUST 22

WELCOME WEEK INFO DESK AND CHECK-IN UC West 1st floor Commuter students check in at the University Center West Information Desk. This is the location where commuter students will receive their new student welcome bag and campus provided mask.

10-11 a.m. YOGA ON THE QUAD Quad

Need some stress relief before classes start? We will be having Yoga in the Quad to kick off the school year on a relaxed note! Whether you are a beginner or have been practicing for years, there will be a spot for you!

Bring your own mat.

Sponsored by Student Development Programs

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commuter STUDENT VIRTUAL MEETING**

3 p.m.

Eagle Experience: Virtual Program*

Commuter students will have their meetings virtually to meet other new students and learn about USI programs and services. Visit USI.edu/WelcomeWeek for virtual program information.

Get a jump-start on your college experience! Freshmen are required to participate in Eagle Experience. This will be a virtual panel discussion presented on the Saturday prior to classes. We will discuss campus values and expectations during a pandemic. Please check your USI email for more details.

6–10 p.m. Eagle Extravaganza

Multiple Locations and Virtual 6 p.m. Under the UC Breezeway: If coloring to relax is your thing, SGA has got you covered! The Student Government Association will be handing out Adult Coloring Page kits for anyone that stops by.

7-8:30 p.m. On the Quad: Professional and award-winning looper, Sung Beats, will be giving a performance on the Quad. He makes all of the best chart-topping hits using only his voice and a loop machine.

7 p.m. Under the UC Breezeway: “Adopt” your own bamboo plant and decorate it however you feel. Quantities are limited.

8-10 p.m. Virtual: Log on to see if you have what it takes to escape from one of our Virtual Escape Rooms. The link can be found on our Welcome Week website during this time: USI.edu/welcomeweek All Day—Before I Graduate Banner—under the UC Breezeway

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SUNDAY

AUGUST 23

10 a.m.– WELCOME WEEK INFO DESK AND CHECK-IN 5 p.m.

UC West 1st floor Commuter students check in at the University Center West Information Desk. This is the location where commuter students will receive their new student welcome bag and campus provided mask.

11 a.m.

WELCOME BACK BBQ Quad Come out for food, music and fun while meeting members of all 14 fraternities and sororities on USI’s campus. Food available while supplies last!

Sponsored by Fraternity and Sorority Life

1–4 p.m.

HONORS WELCOME RECEPTION Orr Center Lawn All new Honors students are invited to this reception. Students will learn about the program, meet the director and the Honors Student Council and get to know each other.

Sponsored by the Honors Program

1–5 p.m.

Find Your Class Quad Don’t be late to your first college class! Welcome Week Leaders and AMIGOs will assist you in finding classrooms for your fall semester classes.

1–5 p.m.

Block Party Housing Community Center Come enjoy Kona Ice and pick up a shirt while supplies last.

Sponsored by Housing and Residence Life

3 p.m.

Christian Worship Service UC West Carter Hall Christian Campus Ministry Groups at USI welcome students to attend a non-denominational Christian worship with students of the USI community. Pizza will be provided following the service.

Sponsored by USI’s Christian Campus Ministry Groups

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4 p.m.

Newman Catholic Mass Mitchell Auditorium HP 1002 Catholic Mass is celebrated at 4 p.m. each Sunday night throughout the year. Come join us for the service.

Sponsored by Newman Catholic Community

7 p.m.

Chris Turner Watch Party** Virtual Program Join the virtual watch party for a live performance of freestyling comedian Chris Turner. Suggest what words Chris has to freestyle using your smartphone and he can rhyme anything!

Sponsored by Student Development Programs

MONDAY

AUGUST 24

7:30 a.m.– Welcome TENTS 6 p.m.

Multiple Locations Keep an eye out for the USI Welcome Tents on campus during the first two days of classes! Stop by a tent if you need directions, if you can’t find your class or if you have any other questions. Students who have not received their campus provided face cover can pick them up here.

6 p.m.

BLACKBOARD TRAINING FOR STUDENTS**(VIRTUAL PROGRAM) Learn tips and tricks on using Blackboard successfully.

Sponsored by Information Technology (IT)

CAMPUS STORE HOURS WELCOME WEEK STORE Hours

Monday-Friday, August 17-21 8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.

Saturday-Sunday, August 22-23 Noon- 4 p.m.

Monday-Thursday, August 24-27 8:30 a.m.- 6 p.m.

Friday, August 28 8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.

Fall Hours beginning August 29 Monday -Friday 8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.

Saturday-Sunday CLOSED

**Visit USI.edu/welcomeweek for updated information and virtual programs.

Programs are subject to change.

Bring Student ID to all events. Face coverings are required at all events. Events are subject to change.

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TUESDAY

AUGUST 25

7:30 a.m.– Welcome TENTS Multiple Locations 6 p.m.

Keep an eye out for the USI Welcome Tents on campus during the first two days of classes! Stop by a tent if you need directions, if you can’t find your class or if you have any other questions. Students who have not received their campus provided face cover can pick them up here.

6 p.m.

ZOOM TRAINING FOR STUDENTS**(VIRTUAL PROGRAM) Learn tips and tricks on using Zoom successfully.

Sponsored by Information Technology (IT)

WEDNESDAY 10 a.m.

AUGUST 26

BLACKBOARD TRAINING FOR STUDENTS**(VIRTUAL PROGRAM) Learn tips and tricks on using Blackboard successfully.

Sponsored by Information Technology (IT)

10 a.m.– EXPERIENCE USI YOUR WAY! Outside UC East (by Fiesta Fuego Entrance) 1 p.m.

Come visit the Student Development Programs staff table to find out how you can get involved on campus. Mystery giveaway bags, while supplies last!

Sponsored by Student Development Programs

THURSDAY 10 a.m.

AUGUST 27

ZOOM TRAINING FOR STUDENTS**(VIRTUAL PROGRAM) Learn tips and tricks on using Zoom successfully.

Sponsored by Information Technology (IT)

11 a.m.– 1 p.m.

Grab ‘n Go DOSO UC Breezeway The Dean of Students Office (DOSO) welcomes you to meet the Dean of Students, office staff and enjoy giveaways.

Sponsored by the Dean of Students Office

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5–8 p.m. Multicultural Center Cookout AND OPEN HOUSE Rice Plaza Amphitheatre Join the Multicultural Center for a cookout at the UC East Patio. This event will enable new students to interact with one another and begin to build bridges, community and friendship.

Sponsored by Multicultural Center

7 p.m.

Fraternity and Sorority Life Info Night** Microsoft Teams Live Are you interested in joining a fraternity or sorority at USI? If so, come out to this virtual information session, talk with leaders of the USI Fraternity and Sorority community and learn more about the recruitment process for each group.

Sponsored by Fraternity and Sorority Life

AUGUST 31 —SEPTEMBER 4 STUDENT INVOLVEMENT WEEK Don’t miss our first ever Student Involvement Week! This 100% virtual week is designed to help you get connected to student organizations and departments at USI. Starting Monday, August 31, you can visit our Involvement Fair FlipGrid site for videos and information on student organizations at USI! All week we will feature student organizations on our social media platforms. We also encourage incoming students to try our Involvement Calculator. The calculator works like an online quiz and gives you some clubs and organizations you might be interested in.

Visit USI.edu/sdv for more information.

*All new students are expected to attend. **Visit USI.edu/welcomeweek for updated information and virtual programs. Programs are subject to change.

Bring Student ID to all events. Face coverings are required at all events. Events are subject to change.

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