Methodist University Office of Admissions

Orientation

August 14-17, 2009

Orientation promises to be a fun-filled, information-packed four days. Orientation is the first step to ensuring a successful academic and social transition to Methodist University. New students will have the opportunity to move in to their residence hall, meet fellow classmates and meet with their academic advisor for the first time. You must pay your enrollment deposit to participate in the orientation activities, get a course schedule and get a housing assignment. Check-in is scheduled for 8 am - 1:00 pm on Friday, August 14. All new residential students (including residential transfer students) and commuting freshman are expected to participate in all Orientation activities. Parents are invited to participate in Orientation activities on Friday and Saturday. Housing will not be provided for Parents. Here are just a few of the Orientation highlights!

Friday, August 14

Residence hall move in
Welcome and MU Pep Rally
Family Cookout on the quad
Residence hall meetings and socials

Saturday, August 15 (Saturday will have a separate track for parents and students)

Breakfast at President's home (parents) and in the Green & Gold Cafe (students)
University Fair - Learn more about MU clubs, organizations, student life opportunities and academic programs at this campus-wide event
Student Development and Services overview and student sessions
President and Academic Dean presentations (parents)
Monarch Madness
- Craig Karges - Mentalist
- Late night fun to include Mega Monarch Bingo (with BIG prizes), a Rock Wall, Human Hamster Balls, Life-size Twister, Obstacle Course and more!

Sunday, August 16

Chapel Service
SGA Leadership meeting
Parents depart at 1:30
Student Development and Services student sessions
Banquet and MU Induction Ceremony - During this semi-formal banquet, you will be inducted into the Methodist University community, receive your MU Student Handbook and be inspired by a special guest speaker.
Monarch Madness - Daniel Martin - Magician

Monday, August 17

Academic Advising meetings
Monarch Madness - Larry Volz - Hypnotist

Tuesday, August 18 - First day of classes

Monarch Madness - Karaoke

Wednesday, August 19

Monarch Madness - Foam Party, Laser Tag and more!

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