Opening Week Activities 2013
It's that time of year again, and the Southeast Community is excited to welcome all students back to campus! The Southeast experience includes more than just attending classes; it's about being engaged in your University home and taking advantage of the countless opportunities we offer beginning the first week! Use this guide to see all the fun events we have planned for you.
Check back frequently for new events and updates!
Thursday, August 22
| Event | Time and Location | Description |
|---|---|---|
| New Student Move-In | 8 am - 2 pm; SRC-North |
First-year students will check in during their scheduled time. Check-in times are listed in the move-in information mailed to each student in early June. Sponsored by the Office of Residence Life. |
| Fraternity and Sorority Recruitment Informational | 1:30 pm; Towers Lobby OR 3:30 pm; UC |
Parents: Do you have questions about Fraternities and Sororities at Southeast? Want to know more about the costs and benefits of membership? Drop by this informational session and get your questions answered! Sponsored by the Interfraternity Council and Panhellenic Council. |
| Living in your Community: Residence Hall Floor Meetings & Activities | 6:30 pm; Residence Lounges, Floors or Halls |
All new students living in the residence halls will meet with their Resident Assistant and Hall Director who will introduce them to on-campus living. Your Resident Assistant will provide you with more information once you check into your hall. Sponsored by the Office of Residence Life. |
| Move-In Bash | 8-10 pm;Normal Avenue/Kent Library Lawn |
Meet new people while enjoying a variety of fun activities and entertainment. |
Friday, August 23
| Event | Time and Location | Description |
|---|---|---|
| First STEP Orientation | 8 am-2pm, University Center | Students who have not attended a First STEP Orientation must attend today's session. Failure to complete the First STEP process will prevent students from registering for classes. Please register for the event by contacting New Student Programs at 651-5166. Sponsored by New Student Programs. |
| Commute and Connect! | 9 am; Location to be announced | Calling all commuter students! At this session, you will get the inside scoop on what it's really like to be a commuter student. You'll have the opportunity to mingle with other commuters and get valuable information about how to get involved and connect with campus. Be sure you stop by to pick up your free Southeast t-shirt to wear to Convocation! The group will leave at approximately 9:40 to make their way to the Show Me Center for the Welcome Convocation. Sponsored by Campus Life & Event Services. |
| Welcome Convocation | 10 am; Show Me Center | Calling all first-year students! The Welcome Convocation is the one chance you will have to be with all of your peers entering Southeast in 2013! Be sure to wear the t-shirt you received during Residence Hall Check-In or at the Commute & Connect event Friday morning. At the Welcome Convocation, you will be greeted by University President Dr. Kenneth W. Dobbins and Student Government President Benny Dorris. You will also learn more about other Opening Week activities. Sponsored by New Student Programs. |
| Southeast 101 (for all new Southeast students) | 11 am; Various campus locations |
As first-year students, you will have the opportunity to connect with members of the Southeast faculty and staff, as well as your Opening Week Leader through this interactive session. Lunch will be provided with your Southeast 101 group. Southeast 101 groups will depart from the Show Me Center at the conclusion of the Welcome Convocation. Sponsored by New Student Programs. |
| College Meetings | 2:30-4:30 pm; Various Campus Locations |
Students will have the opportunity to hear the Dean of their College speak as well as interact with faculty members from their departments. Shuttles will be available to take students back to the Show Me Center parking lot at the conclusion of your meeting. Harrison College of Business.........Robert A. Dempster Hall, Room 105 College of Education*..................Johnson Hall, Room 200 College of Health & Human Services......Student Recreation Center-West Gym College of LiberalArts............... Grauel Bldg, Rose Theatre Holland School of Visual and Performing Arts ...........Grauel Bldg, Rose Theatre with transportation provided to the River Campus College of Science, Technology & Agriculture ..... Show Me Center School of University Studies**.....University Center Ballroom *Secondary and Middle School Education majors should report to their content area **For students who are undecided about their majors. |
| Honors Open House | 3:30-6:30 pm; 603 N. Henderson |
Honors students, as well as students interested in learning more about the Jane Stephens Honors Program, are invited to visit the Honors House and meet their colleagues in the honors community. The Honors House is located across Henderson Street from Memorial Hall. The Honors House has desktop and laptop computers, wireless access, TV, stereo and a full kitchen for the use of honors students as they study or relax. There is no formal program so come and go as it fits your schedule. Snacks and refreshments will be available. Sponsored by the Jane Stephens Honors Program. |
| Student Government Ice Cream Pig Out | 7 pm; SRC-North |
This all-you-can-eat Southeast tradition offers great food, friends, and fun! After enjoying ice cream served by Southeast students and administrators, stick around for an exciting performance. Sponsored by your Student Government. |
Saturday, August 24
| Event | Time and Location | Description |
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Many more activities will be posted for Saturday in the coming weeks. Stay tuned! |
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| SAC Welcome Back Movie | 9 pm; Rose Theatre |
The Student Activities Council wants to welcome you back to campus with a free movie and free snacks! Bring your friends and enjoy this recent hit movie. |
| Welcome Back: First Night Party | 9 pm - 1 am; SRC-North |
Meet new people and reconnect with old friends at this annual party sponsored by Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. It's free and open to freshmen, returning students, international students, everyone! |
Sunday, August 25
| Event | Time and Location | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Music Ensemble Auditions | 1-9 pm; River Campus | Like to sing? Play a musical instrument? Music ensembles are open to ALL students regardless of declared major. Come be a part of our musical family! For more information and an audition time please contact the following faculty members:
Choir: Dr. Peter Durow -pdurow@semo.edu |
| Welcome Back Picnic | 4-6 pm; Show Me Center |
Don't miss this year's Welcome Back Picnic! There will be food and lots of freebies in the Show Me Center from Cape Girardeau businesses and organizations, University departments, and student organizations. Sponsored by the Cape Girardeau Area Chamber of Commerce in partnership with Chartwells Educational Dining Services and New Student Programs. |
Monday, August 26
| Event | Time and Location | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Classes Begin | All Day | First day of classes for the Fall 2013 semester. |
| Welcome Back Tents | 7:30 am - 1 pm; Various Campus Locations |
Stop by one of the three Welcome Tents located around campus between 7:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. to pick up a map and grab some water and a snack before heading to class! Sponsored by New Student Programs. |
| Music Ensemble Auditions | Various Times; River Campus |
Like to sing? Play a musical instrument? Music ensembles are open to ALL students regardless of declared major. Come be a part of our musical family! For more information and an audition time please contact the following faculty members: |
| Theatre and Dance Open House | 6 pm; River Campus-Wendy Kurka Rust Flexible Theatre |
Meet and greet theatre and dance faculty and students while enjoying refreshments. We'll talk about the year's upcoming events and auditions. This is a great opportunity to learn about the department, get involved, and meet new people! Sponsored by the Department of Theatre and Dance in conjunction with the University Players and the Office of Student Transitions. |
| First Day of Group Fitness Schedule | Times vary; SRC-North |
Group Fitness classes offered by Recreation Services will start today. Our group fitness classes have something for everyone! Whether you are starting to be active regularly or you are trying to increase your endurance, you can find a class you will enjoy. You may try Kickboxing and Cycle fit for a challenging workout day. You may try Yoga for a relaxing and rejuvenating workout day. Try different classes to find your favorite! A semester unlimited pass is $40.00 or a one-time pass is $5.00. |
| Group Fitness Preview Week | Times Vary through Aug. 24; SRC-North |
Group Fitness Free Preview Week offers students opportunities to try our Group Fitness classes for FREE. Recreation Services offers a variety of Group Fitness classes. Try a class you have never participated or try an instructor whose classes you have never participated in. After the Preview Week is over, you are required to have a paid pass. Sponsored by Recreation Services. |
Tuesday, August 27
| Event | Time and Location | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Welcome Back Tents | 7:30 am - 1 pm; Various Campus Locations | Stop by one of the three Welcome Tents located around campus between 7:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. to pick up a map and grab some water and a snack before heading to class! Sponsored by New Student Programs. |
| Music Ensemble Auditions | Various Times; River Campus |
Like to sing? Play a musical instrument? Music ensembles are open to ALL students regardless of declared major. Come be a part of our musical family! For more information and an audition time please contact the following faculty members: |