Events Calendar - Thursday, August 21, 2008

Thursday, August 21, 2008

 

7:30 a.m. -
2 p.m.
  Ask Me! Booths
Multiple Campus Locations
Do you have questions? We have answers! Stop by one of several Ask Me! booths located throughout campus to ask questions, get directions, pick up important information, or grab a cold bottle of water.

 

8 a.m. -
5 p.m.
  Taking Care of Business
Student Union
Get your RebelCard, computer accounts, parking permit, and books all in one convenient location.

 

8 -
9 a.m.
  Orientation Check-In
Cox Pavillion
Bring your RebelCard to check-in and receive your orientation materials. Be one of the first 2,000 students to arrive and get a Rebel Spirit bag, complete with a UNLV T-shirt and other Rebel gear. A light breakfast will be provided.

 

9 -
10 a.m.
  University Welcome
Cox Pavillion
Join President David B. Ashley as he officially welcomes all new students and parents to UNLV and to The Rebel Connection. The Welcome will set the stage for your collegiate experience. Student Body President Adam Cronis will help you catch the Rebel spirit.

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10 a.m. -
1 p.m.
  Orientation for Your Major (College or School)
Multiple Campus Locations
You must attend orientation for your major within one of the nine colleges and three schools at UNLV. Learn about the unique aspects and requirements for your major, and meet with faculty, academic advisors, and current students. There will be an orientation for undeclared majors as well.

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11 a.m. -
2 p.m.
  Lunch and Tours
Student Union Ballroom
After meeting with faculty from your major, all students and parents head to the Student Union Ballroom for lunch. Tours will be offered to the Lied Library and the Student Recreation and Wellness Center departing at noon, 12:30, 1and 1:30 p.m.

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2 -
4 p.m.
  UNLV 101
Student Union
Start your UNLV career off on the right track by attending this highly informative session. Sit back and learn about resources. Take in tips on how to succeed at UNLV, and meet other UNLV students.

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2 -
4 p.m.
  Parent Orientation
Ham Concert Hall
Whether you're seeing your first student off to college or your third or fourth, this comprehensive session will provide you with all the tools to assist your UNLV student.

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4 -
5 p.m.
 

College Life Skits
Ham Concert Hall
What is it like to be a student at UNLV? Come and enjoy student skits about topics such as getting involved, alcohol and partying, procrastination, and more.

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5:30 p.m. -
6:30 p.m.
  Family Diversity Receptions
Student Union
Take some time to mix and mingle with other students and their families, and meet some faculty and staff that can help ease your transition into UNLV.

  • African American Student Resources and Mixer
  • Asian Pacific Student Resources and Mixer
  • Latino(a) Student Resources and Mixer
  • Native American Student Resources and Mixer
  • GLBT Student Resources and Mixer

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5:30 p.m.   Parent Reception
Student Union Ballroom
The Parent Reception will provide an opportunity for parents to hear from Vice President for Student Life Jaunita Fain. The brief program will focus on the university's role and our commitment to your student through the programs and services offered by the Division for Student Life. It will be a wonderful time to mingle with other parents, learn how you can get involved with Parent Programs, and get to know members of the campus community.

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7 p.m.   Playfair!
Student Recreation and Wellness Center
When was the last time you made a "friend request" in person? Come meet your next 500 friends at Playfair. During this wild and crazy collection of interactive games, you'll have some fun and get to know other Rebels.

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NOTE: Dates and times are subject to change.

Thursday, August 21, 2008



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