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WELCOME! CENTRAL WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY DISCOVER ORIENTATION 2014 FIRST YEAR / RUNNING START SCHEDULE

JUNE 30 - JULY 1 JULY 7 - JULY 8 JULY 10 - JULY 11 JULY 14 - JULY 15 JULY 17 - JULY 18

Dear Students and Parents,

We are pleased that you have decided to join our community. Welcome to Central Washington University.

Attending Discover Orientation will help you adjust to your new home away from home and will provide your first opportunity to experience academic and student life at Central.

During Discover Orientation, you will meet future classmates, faculty, and staff; consult with academic advisors; register for classes; get answers to questions; learn about campus activities; and tour the campus and surrounding community.

We look forward to seeing you at orientation. We are sure you will enjoy exploring all that Central has to offer.

Best wishes for an exciting first year at CWU!

Sincerely, James L. Gaudino President

" Students who graduate from CWU are well-rounded, educated, capable individuals."

CWU MISSION STATEMENT:

Central Washington University's mission is to prepare students for responsible citizenship, responsible stewardship of the earth,

and enlightened and productive lives. Faculty, staff, students, and alumni serve as an intellectual resource to assist Central

Washington, the state, and the region in solving human and environmental problems.

DISCOVER NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION

Button Hall, Second Floor ? 509.963.2735 ? 877.880.3583 DISCOVER@CWU.EDU ? WWW.CWU.EDU/DISCOVER

TABLE OF CONTENTS

2014 Discover Orientation Staff

DISCOVER NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION AND COURSE INFORMATION FOR FIRST-YEAR AND RUNNING START STUDENTS

Welcome to Discover

2

Day One Schedule

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Day Two Schedule

6

Day One Session Descriptions

8

Day Two Session Descriptions

12

Important Abbreviations and Terms

15

SURC Map

- Main Level

16

- Upper Level

17

Colleges and Academic Departments

18

Campus Office Locations

20

Campus Map

22

Coupons and Discounts

24

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WELCOME TO DISCOVER

NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION 2014

Dear Students and Guests:

We are excited to have you join us for Discover, Phase II of Orientation. Discover Orientation is required for all incoming first year and running start students. Our goal is to welcome you to Central Washington University's campus community, make your stay comfortable, and assist you in your transition to college life. Student success is our number one goal.

Your Discover Orientation leader is your personal host during your visit. Your leader can assist you with information regarding sessions, your accommodations, and other needs you may have. Many faculty and staff are also available to assist you. We look forward to serving you and making your visit informative and enjoyable.

For the comfort of all of our guests, please note our Discover Orientation policies:

1. Discover Orientation is a substance-free program for students. Alcohol and drug possession or use anytime during your visit will not be tolerated. If students are in violation of this policy, they will meet with CWU conduct officers to determine their fall quarter registration status.

2. Quiet hours in the residence halls begin at 10:00 p.m. Please be courteous to your neighbors. Remember, you have an early morning on day two, so make sure to get some rest.

3. Please wear your name tag at all Discover Orientation sessions and meals.

4. Be respectful of others by keeping cell phones on vibrate or silent when possible.

We look forward to meeting you. Welcome to Central Washington University!

Richard DeShields Associate Dean of Student Living

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Jenna Hyatt Director of Residence Life and New Student Programs

John Mounsey Assistant Director of Housing

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1

JUNE 30, JULY 7, JULY 10, JULY 14, JULY 17

See session descriptions on pages 8-11. See SURC map on pages 16-17.

TIME

SESSION

LOCATION

7:00 AM - 8:15 AM

7:45 AM & 8:00 AM

7:00 AM - 9:50 AM 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM 7:00 AM - 9:45 AM 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

8:15 AM - 9:30 AM

Check-in for Students Taking the Compass Placement tests

Depart with Orientation Leaders to Testing Site

Breakfast Refreshments Available

Connection Card - Student ID

88.1 The `Burg Radio Station Tours

Wildcat Shop Bookstore Tours

Library and Academic Research Commons (ARC) Open House

Campus Tours (Depart 8:00, 8:30, & 9:00 AM)

Check-in for Students NOT Testing

8:30 AM - 9:30 AM 9:45 AM - 10:25 AM 10:30 AM - 11:10 AM 11:15 AM - Noon

Veterans Welcome

Financial Aid Pre-conference Session

University Welcome (Sit by group # posted)

CWU Alumni Reception

11:15 AM - Noon 11:15 AM - Noon 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Meet your Discover Orientation Leader (Students Only)

Parent and Guest Welcome Financial and Employment Q&A Session

Connection Card - Student ID

SURC Information Center SURC Pit

SURC 137A SURC 137B SURC 120 Wildcat Shop Brooks Library

SURC Pit

SURC Information Center SURC 201 SURC Ballroom

SURC Ballroom

Wellington Event Center TBA By Group Number SURC Theatre

SURC 131

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