Elon UniversityNew Student Orientation

Spring 2017

Welcome to Elon!We are glad you chose to join us at Elon for Spring 2017! Whether you are coming to campus as a transfer student or a first-year student, our goal of New Student Orientation is to help make sure your transition is smooth and enjoyable.

As your Orientation Leaders, we understand that the college transition, no matter the stage, can be a challenge. When arriving in the spring, it may seem like everything is already moving so quickly, which can be a little overwhelming. We want to assure you that we are here to help you find your home at Elon.

During Orientation, you will begin to acclimate to Elon’s academic and intellectual climate and learn about our community’s values. The events on your Orientation schedule are designed specifically for transfer and spring admit students, who may be coming to Elon with prior experinces different than those of traditional first-year students.

We are here as Orientation Leaders because we are passionate about helping others bELONg at Elon! We look forward to getting to know you and seeing you around campus in the Spring!

- The 2017 Orientation Team

While you’re on campus, make sure you...

• Pick up your books from Barnes & Noble @Elon (Saturday 10am-5pm)• Check your mail for any packages you shipped (Saturday 11-2pm)• Pick up your Phoenix Card (Saturday 12-4pm in Oaks 201)• Pick up or purchase your parking permit (Saturday 12-4pm in Oaks 204)• Purchase a bELONg t-shirt (Saturday 8:30-3:00 in Inman Admissions, $8 while

supplies last)• Take your World Language Assessment (Saturday 2-4pm in Carlton 221)

Connect With Us

@ElonOrientation

Elon Orientation - Office of New Student & Transition Programs

2990 Campus BoxMoseley 220

compass@elon.edu336-278-7777

Saturday, January 28 - Student Schedule

8:30am-3:00pm Orientation Check-In Inman Admissions Building Students will receive Orientation packet and directions to their Residence Hall

2:00pm-4:00pm World Language Assessement Carlton 221 (Make an appointment in advance)

4:00pm-5:00pm Orientation Session 1 Alamance Building (See locator guide)

5:00pm-5:30pm We bELONg: Commitment to Community McKinnon Hall, Moseley Center Students hear from Elon administrators on expectations for behavior and conduct

5:30pm-6:15pm Dinner with Orientation Group Lakeside Dining Hall

6:30pm-7:30pm Living the Maroon Life Lakeside Hall, Moseley Center Learn about what it means to be a member of Elon’s diverse campus community in this interactive session exploring Elon’s values of diversity and inclusion

8:00pm-10:00pm Transfer and New Student Social Oak House Coffee Shop and Bar Get to know other spring admit and transfer students informally over trivia, coffee, and light refreshments

Saturday, January 28 - Family Schedule

8:30am-3:00pm Orientation Check-In Inman Admissions Building Students will receive Orientation packet and directions to their Residence Hall

4:00-5:00pm Supporting Your Elon Student McKinnon Hall, Moseley Center A welcome from senior administrators and Q&A

Administrative Services Open Saturday & Sunday

8:30am-5:00pm Residential Neighborhood Offices (Saturday)11:00am-3:30pm Student Health and Wellness (Saturday & Sunday) RN Ellington Center11:00am-2:00pm Mail Center (Saturday) Moseley Center12:00pm-4:00pm Phoenix Card Services (Saturday) Oaks 20112:00pm-4:00pm Campus Safety & Parking Permits (Saturday) Oaks 201

Day 1 ScheduleRequired events marked with compass

Sunday, January 29 - Student Schedule

10:00am-10:45am Academic Advisor Meeting Lindner Hall & Belk Pavilion (See locator guide) Learn about advising process at Elon; ask questions about majors, registration, etc.

11:00am-11:45am Engaged Learning Session Alamance Building (See locator guide) What does it mean to be an engaged learner? What is the Elon academic experience like? Explore Elon’s academic and intellectual climate with faculty and peers

11:45am-1:00pm Lunch Lakeside Dining Hall Enjoy a buffet with family members, new friends, and faculty before Convocation

1:30pm-2:30pm New Student Convocation Whitley Auditorium Please be seated by 1:20 for this formal tradition. Attire is dressy casual. After the ceremony, families have time to take photos and say “see you later!”

3:30pm-4:30pm Orientation Session 2 Alamance Building (See locator guide) 4:30pm-5:15pm Campus Tour Leaves from Lakeside Hall, Moseley Center Learn your way around the campus with a guided tour with your OL

Sunday, January 29 - Family Schedule

9:30am-10:45pm Family Information Fair & New Family Coffee McKinnon Hall, Moseley Center Speak with faculty and staff to learn about different campus programs and resources and enjoy a hot beverage

11:00am-11:45am Academic Advisor Meeting Lindner Hall & Belk Pavilion (See locator guide) Learn about advising process at Elon; ask questions about majors, registration, etc.

11:45am-1:00pm Lunch Lakeside Dining Hall Enjoy a buffet with family members, new friends, and faculty before Convocation

1:30pm-2:30pm New Student Convocation Whitley Auditorium Please be seated by 1:20 for this formal tradition. Attire is dressy casual. After the ceremony, families have time to take photos and say “see you later!”

Day 2 ScheduleRequired events marked with compass

What is the difference between meal dollars, food dollars, and Phoenix Cash? Meal dollars come with your meal plan and can be used to purchase anything in a dining location. The amount of meal dollars you have depends on the level of your meal plan. Food dollars need to be added to your Phoenix Card separately and can be used to pay for food in any on-campus dining loca-tion. Food dollars save you the cost of tax and give you a small discount on anything you buy. Phoenix Cash is a debit system in which you add money to your Phoenix Card to be used in on- and off-cam-pus retail locations.

Is it too late to get involved as a spring admit or spring transfer student?No! It’s never too late to get involved at Elon. The Spring Organization Fair takes place on February 9. Here, representatives from Elon’s hundreds of student organizations will be available to answer questions, and to sign you up for their first spring meeting. Phoenix Connect is the online hub for stu-dent organizations. You can use Phoenix Connect to search for events or organizations with a certain theme.

Who will be my academic advisor?If you haven’t declared a major, will be placed with a general academic advisor who will help you with registering for classes and making an academic plan. When you declare a major, you will be assigned a new advisor in your disciplinary area.

What do I do if I have transfer credits from a previous college or high school class?Make sure any college transcripts or AP/IB test scores from high school are sent directly to the Reg-istrar’s office at Elon. Even though Elon’s classes are worth four credit hours, you will still receive full credit for a course if it were worth three credits at another institution.

What is campus like on the weekends?Elon is busy on the weekends, with most students staying on campus for events and activities. There is plenty to do on the weekends, like catching a current movie, attending an a cappella concert, or participating in a service project. Be on the lookout for events at local buisness in the town of Elon like music at the Oak House or trivia at Fat Frogg.

What is New Student Convocation like? Should my family stay for it?Convocation is on Sunday, January 29th at 1:30pm in Whitley Auditorium. Convocation is a special event for new students and their families that marks the beginning of your time at Elon. Because fac-ulty, staff, and senior administrators like the President or the Provost will be present, you are encour-aged to dress in business casual attire. After the ceremony, you and your family will have time to take pictures on Elon’s beautiful campus before you go to your next Orientation session.

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