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CAMPUS MAP // and event locat ions

1 CHALLENGE COURSE

2 MARY GRUPE CENTER

3 MICHAELSEN HALL

4 McCONNELL AUDITORIUM

5 UNIVERSITY RECEPTION LAWN

6 RANDALL HALL

7 STUDENT UNION & REC CENTER (SURC) PIT

HOLMES DINING ROOM

CENTRAL MARKETPLACE

8 WELLINGTON EVENT CENTER

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T U E S D A YSEPTEMBER 18

Non-Traditional Student Orientation

10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Academic Building Tours 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Clubs & Organizations Fair11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

LunchNoon - 1 p.m.

Academic Connections 1 - 2 p.m.

Bite of the ‘Burg 2 - 5 p.m.

L.G.B.T.Q.A. Reception5 - 7 p.m.

Community Meeting 8 - 9 p.m.

Fred Meyer Night 11 p.m. - 1 a.m.

M O N D A Y SEPTEMBER 17

Student Welcome5 - 7 p.m.

Lip Sync Competition 7 - 9 p.m.

Outdoor Movie:“The Avengers”

9 p.m.

Bi-Mart Night9 - 10:30 p.m.

M O N D A Yoptional programs

Challenge Course1 - 5 p.m.

Sport Club Open Practices 2 - 6 p.m.

Top-Rope Climbing Course

4 - 6 p.m.

SCHEDULE

We have a great program in store for you! Wildcat Welcome will help you begin to feel at home at Central. You will connect with other

transfer and non-traditional students, become familiar with the campus and get acquainted with the many resources available to you. There are sessions available to help address the specific needs of transfer and

non-traditional students. In addition, many of the activities scheduled are fun, social events to help build those life-long relationships.

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Challenge Cou rse 1 - 5 p.m. Enjoy an afternoon on the Challenge Course with our fanatically fantastic facilitators. Come climb the Alpine Tower and take a ride on the Giant Swing.

$5 per participant. Pre-registration required.For reservations and info please call 963-3539.

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ARCHERY 2 - 3 PM SURC 201BOWLING 4 - 5 PM SURC 201CLIMBING 3 - 5 PM CLIMBING WALLCYCLING 3 - 4 PM SURC 201DANCE 4 - 6 PM REC. CENTER ROOM 287EQUESTRIAN 3 - 4 PM SURC 202FENCING 6 - 8 PM REC. CENTER ROOM 287GOLF 2 - 3 PM SURC 202ICE HOCKEY 4 - 5 PM SURC 202KARATE 2 - 3 PM SURC 271LACROSSE (M) 3 - 5 PM COMMUNITY FIELDSLACROSSE (W) 3 - 5 PM COMMUNITY FIELDS

OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES

Stu dent Welcom eStudents and families please join us for a ‘Wildcat Welcome’ from administrators, staff & student leaders. Come learn about the services and resources offered at CWU. Snacks and drinks will be provided.

5 - 7 p.m. Wellington Event Center

BI-MART N IGHTCome one, come all to Ellensburg’s local Bi-Mart for an evening of incredible savings and tons of deals. Take advantage of this event!

9 - 10:30 p.m. Bi-Mart

Li p Sync Com petitionResidence Hall teams will show off their routines. The Lip Sync teams are judged on originality, creativity, stage presence, lip-syncing, choreography skill, hall cheer and audience response. Come watch and cheer for your fellow classmates!

7 - 9 p.m. McConnell Auditorium

Outdoor Movie:"The Avengers"A team of super humans band together as Nick Fury, director of S.H.I.E.L.D., calls to action a force to be reckoned with. Loki, an Asgardian demigod, has put Earth in his sights and it’s up to our heroes to stop him.

9 p.m. SURC East Lawn

COLLEGIATE Sport Clu b Open Practices

If you are looking to practice a sport, travel and compete, look no further. Here is a sneak peek of what our 24 collegiate sport clubs have to offer. See the list below and show up to learn about the club, what they do and how you can get involved. If you want to learn more about the clubs and program visit www.cwu.edu/sport-clubs. Here you can see practice schedules, who they compete against and contact information for the club officers.

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RODEO 4 - 5 PM SURC 271RUGBY (M) 4 - 6 PM NICHOLSON RUGBY PCHRUGBY (W) 2 - 4 PM NICHOLSON RUGBY PCHSOCCER (M) 2 - 4 PM NICHOLSON FIELD. 6SOCCER (W) 4 - 6 PM NICHOLSON FIELD. 6SWIMMING 5:30 - 6:30 PM CWU AQUATIC CENTERTENNIS 3 - 5 PM NICHOLSON TENNIS CTULTIMATE FRISBEE 4 - 6 PM NICHOLSON FIELD. 5WAKE SPORTS 3 - 4 PM SURC 271WATER POLO (M) 6:30 - 8 PM CWU AQUATIC CENTERWATER POLO (W) 6:30 - 8 PM CWU AQUATIC CENTERWRESTLING 6 - 8 PM REC CENTER COURT D

To p-Ro pe BELAY Cou rse4 - 6 p.m.Want to learn how to use the 50’ foot Climbing Wall? This is your chance to take the Top-Rope Belay course designed to teach the skills needed to pass a Top-Rope Belay exam.

$15 per participant. Pre-registration required.For reservations and info please call 963-3512.

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N on-traditionalStu dent O ri entationWe’ll provide info regarding safety on campus, available resources and upcoming events. Then get your questions answered by other non-traditional students. This event will give you a chance to meet and network with the campus community.

10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Mary Grupe Center

Academ ic Bu i ldi ng Tou rsLocate where your classes are going to be held tomorrow. You don’t want to be late or get lost on the first day! Students living in the Residence Halls can meet up with their RA in the lounge to tour the academic halls. Students living off campus or in the apart-ments (Brooklane, Student Village or Getz Short) can meet up with staff in the SURC Pit for the tour. If you haven’t purchased your books, ask your RA to also take a tour of the Wildcat Shop so that you can be prepared.

10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Residence Hall Lounges and SURC Pit

Stu dent Clu bs & Organ izations Fai rLearn about exciting clubs and organizations at CWU and how you can get involved. Can’t find what you are looking for? Learn how to start your own officially recognized club right here.

11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. SURC East Patio

Lu nchConnection Card Required

Noon - 1 p.m.Holmes Dining Room &Central Marketplace

ACADEM IC CON N ECTIONS 1 -2 p.m.

Bite of th e 'Bu rgJoin your fellow CWU students and the Ellens-burg community for this annual festival held downtown. Don’t miss out on free samples from various restaurants, a dunk tank, a scavenger hunt, booths from local businesses and music!

2 - 5 p.m. Downtown Ellensburg

L.G.B.T.Q.A. receptionThis is a great opportunity for CWU students, faculty, staff and local citizens to welcome lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and ally students back to campus for the new academic year. Please join us for light refreshments and quality conversation.

5 - 7 p.m. University Reception Lawn (Corner of 10th and D St.)

Com m u n ity M eeti ng [ i f applicable ]Meet with your RA’s to discuss and follow-up on the Roommate Agreement, Community Living Agreements and other important information you will need.

8 - 9 p.m. In your Residence Hall

Fred M eyer N ightCome out to Fred Meyer for this annual super sale for students. Enjoy some crazy blowout deals, coupons and prize giveaways. Get every-thing you might need to make your new space feel like home.

11 p.m. - 1 a.m. Fred Meyer

College of the SciencesMichaelsen 103

College of EducationMichaelsen 221

College of Professional StudiesRandall 115

College of BusinessRandall 117

College of Arts & HumanitiesRandall 118

For more events and information see the Fall HYPE publication or visit www.cwu.edu.

upcoming events

SEptember9.17 Bi-Mart Night

9.17 Collegiate Sport Club Demo Days

9.17 Monday Movie Madness (MMM): “The Avengers”

9.18 Fred Meyer Night

9.18 Bite of the 'Burg

9.19 to Group Fitness9.25 Demo Days

9.24 to Voter Registration Drive10.5 in the SURC

9.27 Dean Hall Opening Reception

9.30 Yoga Hike

FOOTBALL GAMESHOME GAMES:

9.22 / 9.29 / 10.13 / 11.3 / 11.10*

Pre-Game Rally w/ 88.1 The 'Burg every game at 11 a.m.*Pre-Game begins at 10 a.m.

Volleyball GAMESHOME GAMES:

9.20 / 9.22 / 10.2 / 10.11 / 10.1310.25 / 10.27 / 11.3 / 11.15

Games start at 7 p.m.

october10.1 MMM: “Moonrise Kingdom”

10.2 Intramural Swim Meet

10.6 Pig Skin Flag Football Tournament

10.7 Arid Lands: Film & Discussion

10.8 MMM: “Remember the Titans”

10.10 The Art of Test Taking

10.11 Lion Rock Visiting Writers Series: Poet Kathleen Flennken

10.15 MMM: “Hunger Games”

10.16 Scholarship 101 Workshop

10.19 to Backpacking Adventure10.21 with OPR

10.25 Fall Job, Internship and Graduate School Fair

10.25 Reel Rock International Film tour

10.27 Zombie Zone

10.29 MMM: “Brave”

10.30 Scholarship 102 Workshop

10.31 Boo Central

NOVEMBER11.1 Engineering Technology and Construction Management Fair

11.1 Teaching Hanford Across the Curriculum Workshop

11.2 CWU Bouldering Competition "Cranksgiving"

11.2 CPR & First Aid Class

11.5 to Election Polling in SURC11.6 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.

11.7 Parade of Nations

11.8 Hibakusha: Film & Discussion featuring Norma M. Field

11.8 Winterfest & CWU Outdoor Gear Swap

11.8 Warren Miller Film "Flow State"

11.15 The Art of Scholarship Essay Writing

11.17 to Search for Snow11.18 Backpack Trip

11.19 Banff Mountain Film Festival

11.29 Rope Rug Weaving Clinic

11.29 to Ware Fair Holiday Arts &12.1 Crafts Festival

DECEMBER12.1 Hanford Story Circle

12.1 Holiday Extravaganza

12.8 Operation E.L.F.

Wildcat Welcome is sponsored by University Housing and New Student Programswww.cwu.edu/housing/wildcat-welcome-weekend

homecoming weekOCTOBER 8 - 13

Satu rDAY october 13

Homecoming 5 K 9:30 a.m. – Registration begins10:30 a.m. - Race starts at OPR

CWU Open House 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. // SURC

Alumni Breakfast8-10 a.m. // Sue Dining Room

Alumni Gallery Exhibit Tours 10 a.m. // Museum of Culture and Environment

Women’s Soccer11 a.m. // Soccer Complex

Pre-game and Car Bash w/ 88.1 The ‘Burg, Wildcat Street Fair & Alumni Tailgate11 a.m. – 1 p.m. // Tomlinson Lot S & Walnut St.

Rally w/ CWU Marching Band11:50 a.m. // SURC

Homecoming Football Game 1 p.m. // Tomlinson Stadium

Cat’s Den Noon – 3 p.m. // Tomlinson

Women’s Volleyball 7 p.m. // Nicholson Pavilion

Comedian - Patton Oswalt8 p.m. // SURC Ballroom

*Check the current calendar at www.cwu.edu for updates.

MON DAY october 8

Spirit Competition JudgingShow your Wildcat pride by decorating your door /office / residence halls. Judges will select a winner for each category today for a prize!

Spirit Week kick-offNoon // SURC PitMusic, activities, pep rally and more!

Monday Movie Madness: “Remember the Titans”7 and 9:30 p.m. // SURC Theatre

TU ESDAY october 9

Mr. & Ms. Central Talent Competition Finale7:30 p.m. // SURC Ballroom

WEDN ESDAY october 10

Steak Night4:30-7 p.m. // Holmes Dining Room

Wellington’s Wildfire6-8 p.m. // Alder Street Recreation ComplexBBQ, music, contests, games, Challenge Course and more!

th u rSDAY october 11

Women’s Soccer // 4 p.m. // Soccer Complex Women’s Volleyball // 7 p.m. // Nicholson Pavilion

FRI DAY october 12

Barto Hall Grand Opening Ceremony & Reception4:15 – 6 p.m. // Barto Hall

Distinguished Alumni Awards Dinner 5:30 p.m. // Sue Dining Room

Reunion Gathering7:30 p.m. // Gallery One

Homecoming Dance9 p.m. // SURC Ballroom

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AA/EEO/Title IX Institution. For accommodation: CDS@cwu.edu

academic advisingl: bouillon hall 203p: 509-963-3523 w: cwu.edu/academic-advising

admissionsl: mitchell hall 1st floorp: 509-963-1211 w: cwu.edu/admissions

athleticsl: nicholson pavilionp: 509-963-1691w: wildcatsports.com

campus lifel: surc 263p: 509-963-1691w: cwu.edu/campus-life

career servicesl: bouillon hall 205p: 509-963-1921w: cwu.edu/career

cashier’s office [student accounts]l: barge hall 104p: 509-963-2224w: cwu.edu/~sfs

center for disability servicesl: bouillon hall 205p: 509-963-2171w: cwu.edu/disability-support

center for diversity& social justicel: surc 250/253p: 509-963-2127 / 509-963-1685w: cwu.edu/diversity

center for leadership &community engagementl: surc 256/260p: 509-963-1850/ 509-963-1524

connection card officel: surc 131p: 509-963-2711w: cwu.edu/~card

dean of student successl: bouillon hall 204p: 509-963-1515w: cwu.edu/student-success

dining servicesl: surc 225p: 509-963-1591w: cwu.edu/dining

employmentl: bouillon hall 205p: 509-963-3053w: cwu.edu/student-employment

financial aidl: barge hall 115p: 509-963-1611 w: cwu.edu/financial-aid

information centerl: surc 146p: 509-963-3488 w: cwu.edu/surc

(its) informationtechnology services> officel: bouillon hall 125p: 509-963-2333> help deskl: bouillon hall 112p: 509-963-2001 e: helpdesk@cwu.eduw: cwu.edu/~helpdesk cwu.edu/~wireless

internationalstudent advisorp: 509-963-3614

international studies& programs/study abroadp: 509-963-3612 w: cwu.edu/international-programs

learning commonsl: hertz hall first floor> math/writing helpp: 509-963-1270> tutoring/supplemental instructionp: 509-963-2031

new student programsl: button second floorp: 509-963-2735e: discover@cwu.eduw: cwu.edu/housing

parking servicesl: public safety buildingp: 509-963-2667 w: cwu.edu/parking

registrarl: mitchell hall first floorp: 509-963-3001w: cwu.edu/registrar

scholarship officel: barge hall 102p: 509-963-3005w: cwu.edu/scholarships

student government(ascwu-bod)l: surc 236p: 509-963-1693 e: ascwu@cwu.eduw: cwu.edu/ascwu

student medical and counseling clinicl: corner of 11th and poplar> medicalp: 509-963-1881 > counselingp: 509-963-1391

testing servicesl: bouillon 125p: 509-963-1847w: cwu.edu/testing

university housing and new student programsl: button hall first floorp: 509-963-1831e: housing@cwu.eduw: cwu.edu/housing

university recreation/oprl: surc east entrancep: 509-963-3512w: cwu.edu/rec

u.s. bankl: surc first floorp: 509-933-7034

veterans centerl: bouillon hall 206k and 206lp: 509-963-3028w: cwu.edu/veterans

wellness centerl: surc 139 p: 509-963-3213e: wellness@cwu.eduw: cwu.edu/wellnessSexual Assault Response Coordinatorp: 509-963-323324 - Hour Confidential Assault Responsep: 509-925-9384Campus-Community Coalition (Task Force On Underage And High-Risk Drinking) p: 509-963-3240

wildcat shop (bookstore)l: surcp: 509-963-1311w: cwubookstore.collegestoreonline.com

emergency and crisis resources:Kittitas Valley Community Hospital l: 603 South Chestnut, Ellensburgp: 509-962-9841Crisis Line: p: 509-925-4168Campus Police: p: 509-963-2958Emergency:p: 911