picture yourselfsuccessful - University of Maine Farmington

orientation
2014
picture yourselfsuccessful
welcome to campus
On behalf of UMF faculty, staff, and current students, welcome to the University of Maine at
Farmington. We are so pleased by your presence in our community.
No matter whether you hail from near or far, I imagine that you arrive with a duffel bag of
precious belongings: a favorite book, a pair of lucky socks, your high school yearbook, maybe
even a tin of home-baked goods. Surely you packed the equivalent of an iPod and iPhone to
revel in music you love and keep you connected to the networks of friends. And of course you
bring along encouragement and pride--- perhaps even much-appreciated financial support--from family and loved ones.
It is wise and good that you have brought such items of comfort and joy. They stand to smooth
your transition and make you feel at home in your new home in Farmington, a place where
everyone--- faculty, staff, and community members alike--- are ready to help you be successful.
Let us hope that you have also packed several additional provisions for a successful university
experience. These include an open mind for new people and ideas, intellectual curiosity to
explore as-yet-unfamiliar academic fields, diligence and readiness for hard work, a commitment
to participate actively in our shared community on and off campus, flexibility to navigate the
unexpected, good humor for when things go awry, the courage to ask for help when you need
it, and your pledge to treat others with kindness and respect, as you would have them treat you.
As I enter my “junior” year at UMF, I join you in these hopes, delighted to have your company
as we make the college journey together. Know that we look forward with enthusiasm to your
university transition and to sharing many happy months and years together.
Go Beavers.
Dr. Kathryn A. Foster
President
saturday, august
30
1:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Aramark Student ID Office Open
Olsen Student Center
New students must have picture IDs taken for
access to the residence halls, Fitness and Recreation
Center, dining services, and Mantor Library.
8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Centralized Check-In
Fitness and Recreation Center
1:45 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Orientation begins here! All new commuter,
residential, and transfer students begin the
day at Centralized Check-In in the Fitness and
Recreation Center (FRC). Students register, pick
up their welcome packet, Orientation schedule,
Convocation information, room key, laundry card,
Student ID, and more. Students complete a housing
form, parking decal form, emergency medical
information form, and drop off paperwork for
the Student Health Center. Transcript analysis is
available on site for transfer students. Volunteers
from many departments are located at Centralized
Check-In to answer your questions.
Family and Friends Session
Thomas Auditorium, Preble Hall
Vice President for Student and Community Services,
Celeste Branham, will facilitate a panel discussion,
including the Director of Public Safety, staff from the
Student Health Center, Franklin Academic Success
Center, Fitness and Recreation Center, Residence
Life, Information Technology, and Academic
Services. Learn about campus safety programs,
support services, and academic resources. This is a
time for families to get information, have questions
answered, and learn what the parent’s role is in each
student’s transition to UMF.
9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Commuter/Transfer Centralized Check-In
Fitness and Recreation Center
3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Welcome to UMF
Matriculation Ceremony
Fitness and Recreation Center
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Commuter/Transfer Technology Session
Thomas Auditorium, Preble Hall
Meet over 500 classmates; President, Kathryn
Foster; Farmington Town Manager, Richard Davis;
Student Senate President, Darrian Church; Campus
Residence Council President, Conrad Ward;
Convocation Speaker, Dr. James Melcher; Director
of Admissions, Jamie Marcus; Vice President
for Student and Community Services, Celeste
Branham; and the UMF Beaver mascot, Chompers.
All students, families, and friends will participate
in our Matriculation Ceremony immediately
following the welcome remarks. This UMF tradition
represents a time when the President formally
recognizes the students’ entry into the University
and students receive their Matriculation cords.
Matriculated students will be led by bagpipers to
the Mantor Green for a brief reception.
Come learn the ins and outs of UMF’s technological
side. See demonstrations of MaineStreet,
MyCampus, Blackboard, and library technologies.
11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Welcome Lunch
South Dining Hall, Olsen Student Center
Join us for a variety of sandwiches, salads, and
desserts. Lunch is included for new students. The
cost for family and friends is $5.00 and children
under 5 are free.
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saturday, august
4:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
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sunday, august
7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.
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Matriculation Reception
Mantor Green
Continental Breakfast
South Dining Hall, Olsen Student Center
Join President Foster, members of the
Administration, and the Convocation Speaker
for light refreshments immediately after the
Matriculation Ceremony.
8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Aramark Student ID Office Open
Olsen Student Center
4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Italian Dinner
South Dining Hall, Olsen Student Center
UMF Town Shuttle Cash Cab
Entrance to the Olsen Student Center
Join your peers for an evening of Italian fare
sandwiches, salad bar, and desserts. The grill and
vegetarian station will also be open.
UMF Cash Van, our version of the popular TV show
“Cash Cab”, will take you to various locations in
Farmington. Support local downtown businesses,
or travel to Hannaford, Walmart, and various
other locations to purchase items you might have
forgotten or need for your new home on campus.
Check the easel sign for specific departure times.
7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Residence Hall Meetings
Assigned Residence Hall Lounges or Area
Meet your Assistant Director for Residence Life,
your Community Assistants, gain insight into
policies and procedures, and begin to build your
new community. This is a required meeting.
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Brunch
South Dining Hall, Olsen Student Center
8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Residence Hall Socials and Community
Activities
Assigned Residence Hall Lounges or Area
1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Student Success at UMF
Lincoln Auditorium, Roberts Learning Center
Attendance Required
Residents of Scott North, South, West, and
New Student Athletes
Join your peers, your Community Assistants, and
Assistant Director for Residence Life in your new
home away from home. Enjoy a variety of light
refreshments, get acquainted with each other, and
explore your new community. Get to know your
floor mates, your roommate, and settle in after a
long day.
Being present for academics + hands on learning
+ campus involvement = the formula for success
at UMF. Engage in a lively discussion with current
students and key members of the UMF community
to learn about the opportunities and resources
available to you. This is your time to build your
formula for success.
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3:30 p.m. - 4:15 p.m.
Clubs and Organizations Information
Session
North Dining Hall A&B, Olsen Student Center
1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
If you are interested in student clubs at UMF,
join the Center for Student Involvement staff to
learn more about getting involved on campus.
Information will be available on club sports and
the requirements for participation at the club sport
level. Election information will be available for
anyone interested in Student Senate or Campus
Residence Council.
Campus Resources & Technology Seminar
Thomas Auditorium, Preble Hall
Attendance Required
Residents of Dakin, Mallett, Purington,
Stone, and Commuters
Join Sean Rowe from the Technology Commons
and others for a discussion of technology
expectations at UMF. What will faculty likely expect
of you? What can you expect from faculty? What
resources are here for you? What does your digital
identity say about you? As many have likely already
said to you, this is a time in your life that affords
many opportunities. Potentially one of the most
powerful opportunities for you is the chance to
choose what you want to keep offline.
4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Dinner
South Dining Hall, Olsen Student Center
8:00 p.m.
Sex Signals
Nordica Auditorium
Through improvisation and audience interaction,
this performance explores how social pressures,
gender stereotypes, unrealistic fantasies, and
false preconceptions contribute to tensions
found in dating. Sex Signals challenges audiences
who have mislabeled coercive behavior and to
reexamine a culture that too often holds victims
of rape responsible for their own vulnerability. The
audience is encouraged to provide solutions for
creating safer and healthier interpersonal sexual
relationships. How can we positively intervene as
bystanders?
2:15 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.
Student Success at UMF
Lincoln Auditorium, Roberts Learning Center
Attendance Required
Residents of Scott North, South, West, and
New Student Athletes
2:15 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.
Campus Resources & Technology Seminar
Thomas Auditorium, Preble Hall
Residents of Dakin, Mallett, Purington,
Stone, and Commuters
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monday, september
6:15 a.m.
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Whitewater Rafting Check-In Location
North Dining Hall, Olsen Student Center
Want to explore the beauty of Maine? Travel
down the Kennebec River with the rush
of whitewater around you. The rafting trip
includes legendary class IV and class V rapids,
such as “Three Sisters” and “Whitewash”. Grab a
continental breakfast in South Dining Hall prior
to departure at 6:30 a.m. Previous registration
and payment required. Check at the New
Student Information Center for last-minute
open seats!
7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.
Continental Breakfast
South Dining Hall, Olsen Student Center
12:00 p.m.
Ceramics
North Dining Hall C, Olsen Student Center
Join Joan Lewis, a local ceramics artist, in the craft
of ceramics. Finish some handy items for your room
or express your creativity with UMF memorabilia.
There is something for everyone!
12:00 p.m.
Crafts
North Dining Hall A&B, Olsen Student Center
Decorate your apartment or residence hall room
with a variety of simple crafts, such as doormats,
message boards, door bricks, and much more! This
is an opportunity to personalize your new home.
12:00 p.m.
“Game On” Electronic Gaming
The Landing , Olsen Student Center
8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Join the Landing staff for Xbox, PlayStation3, and
Wii games along with giant Jenga, Cribbage, and
other popular board games.
Aramark Student ID Office Open
Olsen Student Center
12:00 p.m.
9:00 a.m - 12:00 p.m.
Farmington Walk-About Check-In Location
The Landing, Olsen Student Center
New Student Information Center
Olsen Student Center Hallway
The New Student Information Center is open
to answer questions new students may have.
Members of the Orientation staff will serve as
a resource and provide directions. Information
about UMF and campus maps will be available.
Stop by for a friendly “hello”!
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Brunch
South Dining Hall, Olsen Student Center
Explore the downtown Farmington area. Discover
how close a few great escapes are to UMF, such as
Bonney Woods and the Sandy River.
12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Mt. Blue State Park
Check-In Location 110-A
Olsen Student Center
Join Orientation Leaders and travel to this Western
Maine mountain gem, Mt. Blue State Park, located
on Webb Lake in Weld. Participants have the
option to swim, relax on a grassy lawn, canoe, and
paddleboat or take short hikes on well-marked
trails. Bring your swimsuit, towel, and Frisbee for
this afternoon excursion.
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monday, september
12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
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12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Inclement Weather
Olsen Student Center
In case of inclement weather, check the full slate
of activities being offered at the Fitness and
Recreation Center. Whitewater rafting is still offered
rain or shine.
Disc (Frisbee) Golf
Check-In Location 102A
Olsen Student Center
Troll Valley Campground – Farmington
4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Southern BBQ Dinner
South Dining Hall, Olsen Student Center
Be one of the first to use the newly opened
18-hole disc golf course right here in Farmington.
There is no previous experience needed for this
fun activity. Participants will wander through the
course attempting to hit target baskets by throwing
a disc with the fewest number of tries. Open to all
skill levels… Join the fun! Snacks and food will be
available to purchase at the on-site bistro.
Relax after your trips and activities and enjoy a
southern barbeque fare with new friends.
7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Orientation Bonfire
Prescott Parking Area
12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Begin a new tradition at UMF! Join your peers,
Residence Life staff, and Orientation staff at the
bonfire located near the Prescott Field Snack Shack.
Enjoy a s’more brefore walking to Dollar Movie
Night at Narrow Gauge Cinema!
Canoe or Kayak the Kennebec
Check-In Location
Fitness and Recreation Center Lobby
Join Jim Toner, Director of the Fitness and
Recreation Center and experienced canoeist, for
a trip down the Kennebec River. Canoes, kayaks,
paddles, and life jackets are provided by UMF. No
experience necessary –just a desire to explore the
river’s ecosystem.
9:00 p.m.
Dollar Movie Night
Narrow Gauge Cinemas
New students, as well as Orientation staff and
Residence Life staff, may choose the late night
movie of their choice at Narrow Gauge Cinemas for
$1.00. Concession items will be available for cash
purchase at the cinema.
12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Hike Grafton Notch “Table Rock”
Check-In Location
Fitness and Recreation Center Lobby
Join Fitness and Recreation Center staff members
who will lead you on this moderately challenging
hike that includes some steep areas, crosses a
section of the Appalachian Trail, and culminates
at a large flattened ledge (called Table Rock) with
breathtaking views. You may want to bring your
camera! Other attractions include the glacial
sculpting of Screw Auger Falls and Moose Cave.
No previous hiking experience required, but good
hiking shoes are required (no sandals).
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tuesday, september
2
Small Group Discussions
Various Locations
Attendance Required
7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.
Immediately following Convocation, students will
engage with faculty and their peers in a spirited
session related to the Convocation address. Your
building and room location are highlighted for
you on the yellow index card you received at
Centralized Check-In.
Breakfast
South Dining Hall, Olsen Student Center
8:45 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.
Academic Convocation
Fitness and Recreation Center
Attendance Required
11:00 a.m. - 1:15 p.m.
Convocation Lunch
South Dining Hall, Olsen Student Center
All new students are required to attend this formal
assembly in the Fitness and Recreation Center.
This will be your academic welcome to the UMF
community. Dr. James Melcher will deliver the
Convocation address. His remarks are framed
around the reading you received on Saturday.
The Convocation luncheon with faculty and
staff features a buffet-style meal offering a wide
variety of choices. Department meetings and
advisor meetings begin immediately following the
luncheon.
Convocation Speaker: Dr. James Melcher,
Professor of Political Science
1:30 p.m.
Convocation Presentation:
Academic Department and Advisor Meetings
Various Locations
Attendance Required
“Opportunities to Build”
“Critical thinking” is rightly included among the key
elements of getting an education. Furthermore,
the role of a critic is important, too. But it is just as
essential to learn how to produce positive ideas,
arguments, and proposals. This is particulary
true in the American political system today. Your
generation is in a position to help make that
happen, and you are in a terrific place to make that
happen as well. We’ll help you along the way and
we are eager to see how you’ll follow the students
who came before you at UMF, who have used what
they learned here to shape the world.
Following the Academic Department meeting new
students will meet with their academic advisor.
This is an opportunity to meet new advisors,
review schedules, and resolve any schedule issues.
Students may refer to their USB drive or refer to
the listing below. The Orientation staff will assist
students with room and building assignments.
Community Health and Recreation
Room 110, Education Center
Early Childhood and Elementary Education
Thomas Auditorium, Preble Hall
Early Childhood Special Education
Room 103, Education Center
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History
Room 107, Roberts Learning Center
Political Science
Room 105, Roberts Learning Center
Humanities
Creative Writing, English, and Philosophy/Religion
C-23, Roberts Learning Center
Sociology and Anthropology
Room 103, Roberts Learning Center
Liberal Arts Undecided
North Dining Hall B, Olsen Student Center
Special Education
Room 106, Education Center
Liberal Studies Bridge Program
North Dining Hall A, Olsen Student Center
Department of Sound, Performance, and
Visual Inquiry
Math and Computer Science
Art (with a variety of concentrations)
Visual and Performing Arts, Concentration in Art and
Visual Culture
Visual and Performing Arts, Concentration in Arts
Administration (with separate emphasis in Art and
Visual Culture, Music, Theatre, or Individualized)
Visual and Performing Arts, Concentration in Music
Visual and Performing Arts, Concentration in Theatre
Math, Computer Science, and Health Information
Systems
Brinkman House
Natural Sciences
Biology, Pre-professional, Geology, and
Environmental Sciences
Room 217, Ricker Hall Addition
4th Floor Piazza, Merrill Hall
Psychology
3:15 p.m. - 5:15 p.m.
Room 119 A&B, Psychology Building
Student Employment Session
Lincoln Auditorium, Roberts Learning Center
Rehabilitation Services
This is a mandatory session for all students new to
UMF student employment programs. As a first time
employee at UMF, this session will provide you an
opportunity to complete the required employment
documentation before you may work at UMF. Make
sure to review the forms at: http://merrillcenter.
umf.maine.edu/financial-aid/student-employment/
required-documents/ (You must bring valid
documentation to be reviewed for the Federal I-9
form).
Room 107, Education Center
Secondary Education
English, Math, Sciences, and Social Science
Bjorn Lobby, Education Center
Social Sciences and Business
Business Economics, Business Pyschology, and
Outdoor Recreation Business Administration
Room 301, Roberts Learning Center
Geography and Environmental Planning and Policy
Room 307, Roberts Learning Center
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tuesday, september
4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
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9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
New Student Information Center
Olsen Student Center Hallway
Members of the Orientation staff will be available to
answer questions and provide campus maps. Stop
by for a friendly “hello”!
Dinner
South Dining Hall, Olsen Student Center
4:00 p.m.
Meal plans begin with dinner tonight. Please have
your Student ID ready at the scan station.
Honors Program Reception
Honors House, Lincoln Street
7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Residence Hall Meetings
Assigned Residence Hall Lounges or Area
New students in the Honors program are invited to
this reception. Meet current Honor students and
enjoy light refreshments.
Meet your Assistant Director for Resident Life, your
Community Assistants, gain insight into policies
and procedures, and begin to build your new
community. This is a required meeting.
4:00 p.m.
TRiO Alumni Reception
Look House, Main Street
9:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Alumni of Upward Bound, Talent Search, and Gear
Up programs are welcome to attend the TRiO
Alumni reception at the Upward Bound office of the
third floor of the Look House. Refreshments will be
served.
Brian Imbus, Hypnotist
Lincoln Auditorium, Roberts Learning Center
Brian is an internationally known magician and
hypnotist. His incredible feats of magic will astound
and amaze even the most skeptical of observers.
Come have fun with Brian and see what happens
next.
7:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Popcorn Cinema
“X-Men: Days of Future Past”
Lincoln Auditorium, Roberts Learning Center
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wednesday, september
Come watch the movie on the big screen. Free
popcorn and soda will be served and prizes will be
given out.
8:00 a.m.
Classes Start
thursday, september
8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Commuter Council Coffee and Doughnut
Kick-Off
Olsen Student Center
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8:00 p.m.
Open Mic Night
The Landing, Olsen Student Center
Come down to the Landing and share your songs,
poetry, comedy, music, and stories.
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friday, september
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
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9:00 a.m.
Student Employment and Volunteer Fair
Olsen Student Center Hallway
Kick Off to Days of Service
Western Maine Homeless Outreach
Community Service Project with United Way
Looking for ways to earn money and gain
experience? At this fair students can learn about
work-study opportunities from on-campus
employers, volunteer experiences from local
organizations, and about local, part time
employment from area businesses. Come prepared
to meet potential employers. Be sure to bring
copies of your resume and your class schedule.
sunday, september
Residence Life Festival
8:00 p.m.
“Game On”
Electronic & Board Game Competitions
The Landing, Olsen Student Center
tuesday, september
Spend the evening checking out our Wii U,
PlayStation3, or Xbox 360 with some of the newest
games. You can also play some of our traditional
and new board games like Apples to Apples or the
Walking Dead. You could win cool prizes!
saturday, september
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Downtown Farmington Discount Day
wednesday, september
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11:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Student Organization Fair
South Street
11:00 a.m.
Boston Red Sox Game
“Boston Red Sox vs. Toronto Blue Jays”
Check-In at the Olsen Student Center
(Weather Permitting)
dates to remember
Join the Center for Student Involvement staff on
a trip to Boston to see the Red Sox! Tickets will be
sold for $25.00 each in the Landing on August 31st.
The tickets are sold on a “first come, first serve” basis
so be sure to come on time.
Days of Service – September 6,
13 and October 18
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