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Thursday, August 22 Move-In, 8:00a-4:00p, Various Residence Halls Orientation Leaders, Griffins, the Arrival Survival Team and TCNJ Faculty and Staff Volunteers will be on hand to help unload! Check the Housing website (housing.tcnj.edu) for your check-in time and location. Information Tables, 8:00a-4:00p, Travers/ Wolfe Main Entrance & ABE Circle (2 Locations) TCNJ Faculty and Staff will be available to answer questions and share details about our upcoming Parent & Family Day (Saturday, September 21), plus you can sign up for our Parent & Family listserv! International Student Welcome Breakfast, 9:00-10:00a, Traditions Restaurant (Brower Student Center) Join us over breakfast as we welcome our newest group of international and global students to TCNJ. Making the Most Out of College with Mindfulness, 11:15a AND 12:30p, Spiritual Center This workshop includes a brief overview of the science of mindfulness and an opportunity to experience the practice (45 minutes). Connect Fest, 12:00-3:00p, Brower Student Center 100 Discover the many off-campus organizations and businesses that can be a part of your TCNJ experience! Representatives from volunteer organizations, local restaurants, student organizations, and others will have information and opportunities for you to connect with them. Take a Picture With RoscoeScavenger Hunt (Hosted by Circle K), 2:00-4:00p, Travers / Wolfe Lawn Where is Roscoe?? Grab your team of FIVE and go on the hunt to find Roscoe around campus! While you're searching, you'll get acclimated to some of the places you'll love the most. There will be prizes for first, second, and third place! Dinner, 3:30-6:30p, A trium at Eickhoff Hall Check with your Community Advisory (CA), Orientation Leader (OL) or Griffin for timing. Navigating Nutrition: Your Guide to Healthy Eating On Campus, 4:00-5:00p, Library Auditorium Everyone has heard of the Freshman 15." Would you like to learn how to avoid it? Or are you just interested in knowing the best foods to keep your body healthy? Dining dietitian Puneet Sethi will give tips on how to eat nutritiously at college and for the rest of your life. Students will go to dinner in Eickhoff Hall immediately following. Commuter Student Dinner (First Year and Transfer Students), 5:30 -6:30p, Brower Student Center 225 Pick up your t-shirt, free academic planner, and other Welcome Week essentials! We will run through the entire schedule to help you maximize your time, and youll have a chance to meet other new students. Pizza will be provided. Transfer (Residential and Commuter) Student Welcome, 6:30-7:30p, Brower Student Center 225 Meet fellow incoming transfer students and your 2019-2020 TCNJ Griffins, who will cover some helpful information and answer questions before you start classes next week! First Year Student Commuter Meeting, 6:30-7:30p, Brower Student Center- Second Floor Lounge Meet your Orientation Leaders and learn about all of the opportunities during Welcome Week to get to know the TCNJ campus and your fellow classmates! Community Meeting: First Year Students (Mandatory), 6:30-7:30p, Various Residence Halls See Your Community Advisor (CA) for location. Play Fair, 8:00-10:00p, Lions Stadium The #1 rated program of Welcome Week for over ten years! Hey, somebody give me a standing ovation!Wear comfortable clothing to participate in this interactive, community-building activity. coffeehouse. (Hosted by Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia and Sigma Alpha Iota Womens Music Fraternity), 10:00p-12:00a, TCNJ Bookstore at Campus Town (Barnes & Noble Café) Have an instrument and some talent you want to share? Come over to the coffeehouse. You'll have five minutes to share what you've got with your newfound friends and enjoy some light snacks! WINGO (Co-Sponsored with the Brower Student Center), 10:00p- 12:00a, Brower Student Center 225 It's exactly what you think: BINGO... with WINGS! Eat up and compete for some fun prizes. RECreate Your Night: Pick-Up Basketball, 10:00p-12:00a, Packer Hall South Gym Build up a sweat via pick-up basketball with fellow new Lions! Late Night Dining, 10:00p-1:00a, T-Dubs (Travers/Wolfe Lower Level) Remember to bring cash/credit or use your TCNJ ID Card Get It Points! Friday, August 23 ROTC Fun Run, 6:30-7:30a, Travers / W olfe Entrance After warming up, cadets will lead teams to different points on campus where they will find index cards with exercises to complete. The first team to reach all points and return to Travers and Wolfe is the winner! Fitness Center Open Hours, 7:00-10:30a, Campus Town Fitness Center Open Hours are free for all students. A modified schedule of hours is created for Welcome Week. Don't forget to bring your TCNJ ID Card for admittance! Group Fitness Class: Abs & Booty with Liz, 7:00-8:00a, Student Recreation Center (Rooms C&D) Free fitness class during Welcome Week! Group fitness classes membership is $25 per semester during the academic year. Breakfast, 7:30-9:30a, A trium at Eickhoff Hall Check with your Community Advisory (CA), Orientation Leader (OL) or Griffin for timing. Group Fitness Class: Abs & Booty with Liz, 8:00-9:00a, Student Recreation Center (Rooms C&D) Free fitness class during Welcome Week! Group fitness classes membership is $25 per semester during the academic year. ROAR Stories: A Day in the Life of a TCNJ School of Education Student (Mandatory), 9:00-10:00a, Music Building, Mayo Concert Hall Whether during Welcome Week or halfway into the fall semester, at some point every new TCNJ student will hit a bump in the road when it comes to their transition to the College. Led entirely by current upper class students, this interactive health and wellness session will address many common questions and concerns - both inside and outside of the classroom. (School of Education Majors Only) Dining 101: Eating Made Easy, 9:30-10:00a, Brower Student Center 224 Learn the ins and outs of dining at TCNJ, from our locations, the meal plans and how it all works! The Dining Team will walk you through programs, tools and answer questions that you may have. Welcome Week 2019

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Page 1: Welcome Week 2019 - The College of New Jersey...Commuter Student Dinner (First Year and Transfer Students), 5:30-6:30p, Brower Student Center 225 Pick up your t-shirt, free academic

Thursday, August 22

Move-In, 8:00a-4:00p, Various Residence Halls

Orientation Leaders, Griffins, the Arrival Survival Team and TCNJ Faculty and Staff Volunteers will be on hand to help unload! Check the Housing website (housing.tcnj.edu) for your check-in time and location.

Information Tables, 8:00a-4:00p, Travers/Wolfe Main Entrance & ABE Circle (2 Locations)

TCNJ Faculty and Staff will be available to answer questions and share details about our upcoming Parent & Family Day (Saturday, September 21), plus you can sign up for our Parent & Family listserv!

International Student Welcome Breakfast, 9:00-10:00a, Traditions Restaurant (Brower Student Center)

Join us over breakfast as we welcome our newest group of international and global students to TCNJ.

Making the Most Out of College with Mindfulness, 11:15a AND 12:30p, Spiritual Center

This workshop includes a brief overview of the science of mindfulness and an opportunity to experience the practice (45 minutes).

Connect Fest, 12:00-3:00p, Brower Student Center 100

Discover the many off-campus organizations and businesses that can be a part of your TCNJ experience! Representatives from volunteer organizations, local restaurants, student organizations, and others will have information and opportunities for you to connect with them.

“Take a Picture With Roscoe” Scavenger Hunt (Hosted by Circle K), 2:00-4:00p, Travers / Wolfe Lawn

Where is Roscoe?? Grab your team of FIVE and go on the hunt to find Roscoe around campus! While you're searching, you'll get acclimated to some of the places you'll love the most. There will be prizes for first, second, and third place!

Dinner, 3:30-6:30p, Atrium at Eickhoff Hall

Check with your Community Advisory (CA), Orientation Leader (OL) or Griffin for timing.

Navigating Nutrition: Your Guide to Healthy Eating On Campus, 4:00-5:00p, Library Auditorium

Everyone has heard of the “Freshman 15." Would you like to learn how to avoid it? Or are you just interested in knowing the best foods to keep your body healthy? Dining dietitian Puneet Sethi will give tips on how to eat nutritiously at college and for the rest of your life. Students will go to dinner in Eickhoff Hall immediately following.

Commuter Student Dinner (First Year and Transfer Students), 5:30-6:30p, Brower Student Center 225

Pick up your t-shirt, free academic planner, and other Welcome Week essentials! We will run through the entire schedule to help you maximize your time, and you’ll have a chance to meet other new students. Pizza will be provided.

Transfer (Residential and Commuter) Student Welcome, 6:30-7:30p, Brower Student Center 225

Meet fellow incoming transfer students and your 2019-2020 TCNJ Griffins, who will cover some helpful information and answer questions before you start classes next week!

First Year Student Commuter Meeting, 6:30-7:30p, Brower Student Center- Second Floor Lounge

Meet your Orientation Leaders and learn about all of the opportunities during Welcome Week to get to know the TCNJ campus and your fellow classmates!

Community Meeting: First Year Students (Mandatory), 6:30-7:30p, Various Residence Halls

See Your Community Advisor (CA) for location.

Play Fair, 8:00-10:00p, Lions Stadium

The #1 rated program of Welcome Week for over ten years! “Hey, somebody give me a standing ovation!” Wear comfortable clothing to participate in this interactive, community-building activity.

coffeehouse. (Hosted by Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia and Sigma Alpha Iota Women’s Music Fraternity), 10:00p-12:00a, TCNJ Bookstore at Campus Town (Barnes & Noble Café)

Have an instrument and some talent you want to share? Come over to the coffeehouse. You'll have five minutes to share what you've got with your newfound friends and enjoy some light snacks!

WINGO (Co-Sponsored with the Brower Student Center), 10:00p-12:00a, Brower Student Center 225

It's exactly what you think: BINGO... with WINGS! Eat up and compete for some fun prizes.

RECreate Your Night: Pick-Up Basketball, 10:00p-12:00a, Packer Hall South Gym

Build up a sweat via pick-up basketball with fellow new Lions!

Late Night Dining, 10:00p-1:00a, T-Dubs (Travers/Wolfe Lower Level)

Remember to bring cash/credit or use your TCNJ ID Card Get It Points!

Friday, August 23

ROTC Fun Run, 6:30-7:30a, Travers / Wolfe Entrance

After warming up, cadets will lead teams to different points on campus where they will find index cards with exercises to complete. The first team to reach all points and return to Travers and Wolfe is the winner!

Fitness Center Open Hours, 7:00-10:30a, Campus Town

Fitness Center Open Hours are free for all students. A modified schedule of hours is created for Welcome Week. Don't forget to bring your TCNJ ID Card for admittance!

Group Fitness Class: Abs & Booty with Liz, 7:00-8:00a, Student Recreation Center (Rooms C&D)

Free fitness class during Welcome Week! Group fitness classes membership is $25 per semester during the academic year.

Breakfast, 7:30-9:30a, Atrium at Eickhoff Hall

Check with your Community Advisory (CA), Orientation Leader (OL) or Griffin for timing.

Group Fitness Class: Abs & Booty with Liz, 8:00-9:00a, Student Recreation Center (Rooms C&D)

Free fitness class during Welcome Week! Group fitness classes membership is $25 per semester during the academic year.

ROAR Stories: A Day in the Life of a TCNJ School of Education Student (Mandatory), 9:00-10:00a, Music Building, Mayo Concert Hall

Whether during Welcome Week or halfway into the fall semester, at some point every new TCNJ student will hit a bump in the road when it comes to their transition to the College. Led entirely by current upper class students, this interactive health and wellness session will address many common questions and concerns - both inside and outside of the classroom. (School of Education Majors Only)

Dining 101: Eating Made Easy, 9:30-10:00a, Brower Student Center 224

Learn the ins and outs of dining at TCNJ, from our locations, the meal plans and how it all works! The Dining Team will walk you through programs, tools and answer questions that you may have.

Welcome Week 2019

Page 2: Welcome Week 2019 - The College of New Jersey...Commuter Student Dinner (First Year and Transfer Students), 5:30-6:30p, Brower Student Center 225 Pick up your t-shirt, free academic

Pet a Pup! (Therapy Dogs), 10:00a-12:00p, PAWS Lounge (Brower Student Center 216)

Having a little "ruff" time with the transition to TCNJ? Stop by our "PAWS" Lounge and hang out with our four legged friends from Attitudes in Reverse, a local non profit focused on mental health education and awareness.

ROAR Stories: A Day in the Life of a TCNJ School of Nursing, Health, and Exercise Science Student (Mandatory), 10:30-11:30a, Music Building, Mayo Concert Hall

Whether during Welcome Week or halfway into the fall semester, at some point every new TCNJ student will hit a bump in the road when it comes to their transition to the College. Led entirely by current upper class students, this interactive health and wellness session will address many common questions and concerns - both inside and outside of the classroom. (School of NHES Majors Only)

Student Internship and MUSE Research Panel, 10:30-11:30a, Brower Student Center 100 East

Year after year new students have enjoyed hearing from upperclassmen about their internship and summer research experiences. Come to find out more and ask questions of our selected group of student panelists. Co-hosted by the TCNJ Career Center and MUSE.

Office of Student Involvement Info Session, 10:30-11:30a, Brower Student Center 225 East

Are you interested in Video Games? Ultimate Frisbee? Harry Potter? There's a group here for everyone! Come learn about all of our 200+ recognized student organizations, ROAR*, the Student Involvement Fair, and events we have coming up on campus for you to get involved!

The Griffin Shuffle, 10:30a-12:00p, Brower Student Center 225 West

Rotate tables and learn what clubs and organizations our Griffins joined after transferring to TCNJ. You’ll dance away with a lot more information on how (and WHY) to get involved on campus!

G.I.T. Into the Fun!, 11:00a-1:00p, Eickhoff Hall

Barbara Gitentsein Library has what you need to succeed. G: Get your new coloring library bookmark! We have coloring pens. I: Imagine yourself as a life-size Roscoe. Roar! T: Take photos and share via Instagram or Twitter at #TCNJLibrary or #HugTCNJLibrary.

Lunch, 11:00a-1:00p, Atrium at Eickhoff Hall

Check with your Community Advisory (CA), Orientation Leader (OL) or Griffin for timing.

Making the Most Out of College with Mindfulness, 11:15a AND 12:30p, Spiritual Center

This workshop includes a brief overview of the science of mindfulness and an opportunity to experience the practice (45 minutes).

Let’s Talk About “IT” (Mandatory), 1:30-3:00p, Student Recreation Center (Please give yourself extra time to arrive.)

This one of kind, award winning lecture includes candor, education, emotion and humor. Through sharing their personal story of surviving sexual assault, Kelly and Becca are able to connect with audiences in a way that leaves participants thinking differently about sexual assault, bystander behavior and the opportunity we all have to leave our communities better than we found them. Hosted by the Office of Anti-Violence Initiatives and Title IX.

ROAR Stories: A Day in the Life of a TCNJ School of Engineering Student (Mandatory), 3:30-4:30p, Music Building, Mayo Concert Hall

Whether during Welcome Week or halfway into the fall semester, at some point every new TCNJ student will hit a bump in the road when it comes to their transition to the College. Led entirely by current upper class students, this interactive health and wellness session will address many common questions and concerns - both inside and outside of the classroom. (School of Engineering Majors Only)

Student Internship and MUSE Research Panel, 3:30-4:30p, Brower Student Center 100 East

Year after year new students have enjoyed hearing from upperclassmen

about their internship and summer research experiences. Come to find out more and ask questions of our selected group of student panelists. Co-hosted by the TCNJ Career Center and MUSE.

Office of Student Involvement Info Session, 3:30-4:30p, Brower Student Center 225 East

Are you interested in Video Games? Ultimate Frisbee? Harry Potter? There's a group here for everyone! Come learn about all of our 200+ recognized student organizations, ROAR*, the Student Involvement Fair, and events we have coming up on campus for you to get involved!

Self Defense Seminar, 3:30-4:30p, Brower Student Center 100 West

Join members of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu/Mixed Martial Arts and Kokikai Aikido to learn some self defense tips and tricks!

The Power of Play: Games, Connections and Resources, 3:30-5:00p, PAWS Lounge (Brower Student Center 216)

Relax and have fun with the Mental Health Services staff as we engage in interactive group games and learn exciting ways to include play throughout your day.

Group Fitness Class: Cycling + Legs and Booty with Lee, 4:00-5:00p, Travers / Wolfe Link Studio

Free fitness class during Welcome Week! Group fitness classes membership is $25 per semester during the academic year.

Group Fitness Class: Full Body HIIT with Liz, 4:00-5:00p, Student Recreation Center (Rooms C&D)

Free fitness class during Welcome Week! Group fitness classes membership is $25 per semester during the academic year.

Dinner, 4:00-7:00p, Atrium at Eickhoff Hall

Check with your Community Advisory (CA), Orientation Leader (OL) or Griffin for timing.

Fitness Center Open Hours, 4:00-7:00p, Campus Town

Fitness Center Open Hours are free for all students. A modified schedule of hours is created for Welcome Week. Don't forget to bring your TCNJ ID Card for admittance!

Group Fitness Class: Yoga with Daniela, 5:00-6:00p, Travers / Wolfe Link Studio

Free fitness class during Welcome Week! Group fitness classes membership is $25 per semester during the academic year.

Group Fitness Class: Abs and Booty with Liz, 5:00-6:00p, Student Recreation Center (Rooms C&D)

Free fitness class during Welcome Week! Group fitness classes membership is $25 per semester during the academic year.

Friday Night Shabbat, 5:00-7:00p, Spiritual Center

Students are invited to attend services and a free Shabbat dinner. Sponsored by Chabad.

ROAR Stories: A Day in the Life of a TCNJ School of the Arts & Communication Student (Mandatory), 5:00-6:00p, Music Building, Mayo Concert Hall

Whether during Welcome Week or halfway into the fall semester, at some point every new TCNJ student will hit a bump in the road when it comes to their transition to the College. Led entirely by current upper class students, this interactive health and wellness session will address many common questions and concerns - both inside and outside of the classroom. (School of the Arts & Communication Majors Only)

Group Fitness Class: Yoga with Daniela, 6:00-7:00p, Travers / Wolfe Link Studio

Free fitness class during Welcome Week! Group fitness classes membership is $25 per semester during the academic year.

Group Fitness Class: Full Body HIIT with Liz, 6:00-7:00p, Student Recreation Center (Rooms C&D)

Free fitness class during Welcome Week! Group fitness classes membership is $25 per semester during the academic year.

Welcome Week 2019

Page 3: Welcome Week 2019 - The College of New Jersey...Commuter Student Dinner (First Year and Transfer Students), 5:30-6:30p, Brower Student Center 225 Pick up your t-shirt, free academic

Community Meeting: First Year Students (Mandatory), 7:00-8:00p, Various Residence Halls

See Your Community Advisor (CA) for location.

Home Away From Home: Tips for Off-Campus/Commuter Students (First Year and Transfer), 7:00-8:00p, Brower Student Center 225

Don’t try parking in the Education Building lot after 9:00a! The best place to study (or sleep) on campus is the fourth floor of the Library! Learn more tips from some of our commuter Orientation Leaders and Griffins to help you make TCNJ your home away from home.

TronXL Inflatable Laser Tag Arena, 8:00p-12:00a, Trenton Hall Lawn (Across from Campus Town)

TRON XL is a 3,500 square foot inflatable arena featuring color changing vests, shoulder speakers, heart pumping music, special effects lighting, and more! Experience our high-tech lasertron technology, navigate obstacles, and bring your team to victory!

Mixed Signals Improv Comedy Troupe Show, 8:30-9:30p AND 10:00-11:00p, Brower Student Center 100 East

The premiere improvisational comedy troupe on campus! Performing a mix of short and long form improv games that are sure to make you laugh! (Two performances)

TCNJ Bookstore Bonanza, 9:00p-12:00a, TCNJ Bookstore at Campus Town (Barnes & Noble)

Enjoy a night filled with games, prizes, giveaways and discounts!

Late Night Dining, 10:00p-1:00a, T-Dubs (Travers/Wolfe Lower Level)

Remember to bring cash/credit or use your TCNJ ID Card Get It Points!

Saturday, August 24

ROTC Fun Run, 6:30-7:30a, Travers / Wolfe Entrance

After warming up, cadets will lead teams to different points on campus where they will find index cards with exercises to complete. The first team to reach all points and return to Travers and Wolfe is the winner!

Fitness Center Open Hours, 6:30-9:00a, Campus Town

Fitness Center Open Hours are free for all students. A modified schedule of hours is created for Welcome Week. Don't forget to bring your TCNJ ID Card for admittance!

Group Fitness Class: Full Body HIIT with Liz, 7:00-8:00a, Student Recreation Center (Rooms C&D)

Free fitness class during Welcome Week! Group fitness classes membership is $25 per semester during the academic year.

Breakfast, 7:00-9:00a, Atrium at Eickhoff Hall

Check with your Community Advisory (CA), Orientation Leader (OL) or Griffin for timing.

Building an Inclusive Community (Mandatory), 9:30-11:00a, Student Recreation Center (Please give yourself extra time to arrive.)

Building an inclusive community on campus is everyone's responsibility. Shift will offer tools and language to help us all unpack our individual privileges and identities as we work to make TCNJ a welcoming and safe environment for everyone.

Lunch, 11:00a-1:00p, Atrium at Eickhoff Hall

Check with your Community Advisory (CA), Orientation Leader (OL) or Griffin for timing.

Multicultural Campus Connection Fair, 11:00a-1:00p, Alumni Grove

This involvement fair will introduce students to several of the TCNJ cultural-based organizations, featuring the history of the organizations,

membership services, and social functioning.

A Better High with Dr. Matt Bellace (Mandatory), 1:30-3:00p, Student Recreation Center (Please give yourself extra time to arrive.)

The Alcohol Drug Education Program (ADEP) and Office of Student Conduct are thrilled to welcome back nationally renowned speaker and comedian, Matt Bellace, PhD. Matt's program is a mix of stand up comedy, interactive demonstrations and inspirational stories to support students in making health choices.

Academic Building Tours, 3:30-5:00p, Various Locations

Where exactly am I going on Tuesday? Your Orientation Leaders will be available after the mandatory session to show you where your classrooms are for the fall semester!

Mid Day Chill, 3:30-5:00p, PAWS Lounge (Brower Student Center 216)

Need a break from Welcome Week? Grab an iced coffee and relax to help you recharge.

ROAR Stories: A Day in the Life of a TCNJ Student (All Transfers), 3:30-4:30p, Music Building, Mayo Concert Hall

Whether during Welcome Week or halfway into the fall semester, at some point every new TCNJ student will hit a bump in the road when it comes to their transition to the College. Led entirely by current upper class students, this interactive health and wellness session will address many common questions and concerns - both inside and outside of the classroom. (All Transfer Students)

New Student Picnic, 4:30-7:00p, Quimby’s Prairie

Check with your Community Advisory (CA), Orientation Leader (OL) or Griffin for timing. Rain location: Event cancelled and dinner in the Atrium at Eickhoff Hall. Activities include:

Design a Welcome Mat! (Hosted by TCNJ’s Residence Hall Association)

Lawn Games (Hosted by the Math & Stat Club)

See the Rainbow through Prism’s Tie-Dye Day

Jump Start Your Afternoon with Panhell (Inflatables)

Music from WTSR!

Catholic Mass, 5:30-6:30p, Spiritual Center

Sponsored by Catholic Campus Ministry.

Community Meeting: First Year Students (Mandatory), 7:00-8:00p, Various Residence Halls

See Your Community Advisor (CA) for location.

Twilight Tours (Transfer Students), 7:00-8:00p, Various Locations

Departing from Quimby's Prairie after the picnic, the Griffins will walk through various academic buildings so you have an idea of where your fall semester classrooms are located.

Silent Disco, 8:00p-12:00a, Green Hall Lawn

Put on a wireless set of headphones, pick between three channels of music and join the party! Make sure to bring your valid TCNJ ID! No bags or backpacks allowed. Sponsored by the College Union Board (CUB). Rain location: Brower Student Center 100.

RECreate Your Night: Canoe Battleship, 8:30p-12:00a, Packer Hall

Compete in TCNJ's very own Battleship game, where you try and sink the other canoes in the pool. Sign ups start at 8:30pm in the Packer Hall Lobby, right outside the locker rooms. Games will run from 8:30pm- 12:30am. Make sure to wear a bathing suit or cotton shorts/shirt (NO JEANS).

TCNJ Musical Theatre Karaoke Night!, 9:00p-12:00a, Decker Hall Social Space

One Direction? Carrie Underwood? Dare I say... Backstreet Boys? You bring the vocals, we'll bring the tunes at TCNJ Musical Theatre's Karaoke night!

Welcome Week 2019

Page 4: Welcome Week 2019 - The College of New Jersey...Commuter Student Dinner (First Year and Transfer Students), 5:30-6:30p, Brower Student Center 225 Pick up your t-shirt, free academic

Late Night Dining, 10:00p-1:00a, T-Dubs (Travers/Wolfe Lower Level)

Remember to bring cash/credit or use your TCNJ ID Card Get It Points!

Sunday, August 25

Fitness Center Open Hours, 7:00-10:30a, Campus Town

Fitness Center Open Hours are free for all stu-dents. A modified schedule of hours is created for Welcome Week. Don't forget to bring your TCNJ ID Card for admittance!

Group Fitness Class: Cycling + 15 Minute Abs with Hannah, 8:00-9:00a, Travers / Wolfe Link Studio

Free fitness class during Welcome Week! Group fitness classes membership is $25 per semester during the academic year.

Group Fitness Class: PiYo with Emily A., 9:00-10:00a, Student Recreation Center (Rooms C&D)

Free fitness class during Welcome Week! Group fitness classes membership is $25 per semester during the academic year.

Group Fitness Class: Cycling + Legs and Booty with Lee, 9:00-10:00a, Travers / Wolfe Link Studio

Free fitness class during Welcome Week! Group fitness classes membership is $25 per semester during the academic year.

Christian Worship Event, 9:00-10:15a, Spiritual Center

Looking for your purpose? Join us for Contemporary musical service, student stories and Q&A about life at TCNJ. You are welcome wherever you're at on your journey with God. Sponsored by NJ Christian Fellowship (an Intervarsity Chapter).

Brunch, 10:00a-12:00p, Atrium at Eickhoff Hall

Check with your Community Advisory (CA), Orientation Leader (OL) or Griffin for timing. Bring your TCNJ ID Card for Admittance.

ROAR Stories: A Day in the Life of a TCNJ School of Humanities and Social Sciences Student (Mandatory), 12:30-1:30p, Kendall Hall

Whether during Welcome Week or halfway into the fall semester, at some point every new TCNJ student will hit a bump in the road when it comes to their transition to the College. Led entirely by current upper class students, this interactive health and wellness session will address many common questions and concerns - both inside and outside of the classroom. (School of Humanities and Social Sciences Majors Only)

Blindfolded Dodgeball Tournament with LDP, 1:00-2:30p, Brower Student Center 100 West

Join the Leadership Development Program (LDP) in a blindfolded dodgeball tournament. One of the signature events of the organization, blindfolded dodgeball is a fun and hands-on activity that members look forward to every semester.

Intramural and Club Sports Fair, 1:00-3:00p, Brower Student Center 100 East

Learn how to get involved and join one of TCNJ’s 20+ club teams and/or our intramural sports program!

ROAR Stories: A Day in the Life of a TCNJ School of Business Student (Mandatory), 2:00-3:00p, Kendall Hall

Whether during Welcome Week or halfway into the fall semester, at some point every new TCNJ student will hit a bump in the road when it comes to their transition to the College. Led entirely by current upper class students, this interactive health and wellness session will address many common questions and concerns - both inside and outside of the classroom. (School of Business Majors Only)

New Jersey Prison Reform Panel Discussion, 3:00-4:00p, Social Sciences Building 128

A panel discussion featuring Trenton community leaders involved in reentry (A Better Way, Inc; UIH Family Partners; Mercer County

Reentry Task Force) to talk about New Jersey prison reform and community reentry.

Don’t Stress! (Hosted by TCNJ’s Residence Hall Association), 3:00-4:00p, PAWS Lounge (Brower Student Center 216)

Take a minute to destress! Join RHA in making slime jars and stress balls that you can take with you to use throughout your semester.

ROAR Stories: A Day in the Life of a TCNJ School of Science Student (Mandatory), 3:30-4:30p, Kendall Hall

Whether during Welcome Week or halfway into the fall semester, at some point every new TCNJ student will hit a bump in the road when it comes to their transition to the College. Led entirely by current upper class students, this interactive health and wellness session will address many common questions and concerns - both inside and outside of the classroom. (School of Science Majors Only)

Group Fitness Class: Abs and Booty with Liz, 4:00-5:00p, Student Recreation Center (Rooms C&D)

Free fitness class during Welcome Week! Group fitness classes membership is $25 per semester during the academic year.

Fitness Center Open Hours, 4:00-7:00p, Campus Town

Fitness Center Open Hours are free for all students. A modified schedule of hours is created for Welcome Week. Don't forget to bring your TCNJ ID Card for admittance!

Dinner, 4:00-9:00p, Atrium at Eickhoff Hall

Bring your TCNJ ID Card for Admittance.

Fraternity & Sorority Life (FSL) Panel, 4:30-5:30p, Music Building, Mayo Concert Hall

Curious why 1 out of 4 students join a fraternity or sorority at TCNJ? Come learn a little about the community from our student leaders and why so many choose to get involved.

Group Fitness Class: Full Body HIIT with Liz, 5:00-6:00p, Student Recreation Center (Rooms C&D)

Free fitness class during Welcome Week! Group fitness classes membership is $25 per semester during the academic year.

Student Government Info Session, 5:30-6:30p, Education 115

Interested in running for First Year Class Council or a School Senator position? Come find out what Student Government is all about at TCNJ!

Group Fitness Class: Abs and Booty with Liz, 6:00-7:00p, Student Recreation Center (Rooms C&D)

Free fitness class during Welcome Week! Group fitness classes membership is $25 per semester during the academic year.

Community Meeting: First Year Students (Mandatory), 7:00-8:00p, Various Residence Halls

See Community Advisor (CA) for location.

Hollywood Murder Mystery, 8:00-9:30p, Brower Student Center 225

The creators of Mission IMPROVable present Hollywood Murder Mys-tery, a hilarious whodunit-improv show that will put even the cleverest sleuths to the test! Audience is limited to 175 students and will be on a first come, first served basis. Sign-ups will begin 15 minutes prior to the show start time.

Harry Potter Escape Room, 8:00-11:00p, Brower Student Center 221

You and your friends have been trapped in a cell in the wizarding prison of Azkaban. The dementors--he guards of the prison-will return in twenty-five minutes. Join The Order of the Nose-Biting Teacups, TCNJ's Official Harry Potter Club, and Enigma, TCNJ's Puzzle Club, for riddles, magic, and the escape of your life!

Cinema Under the Stars, 9:00-11:00p, Travers / Wolfe Lawn (Rain Location: Brower Student Center 100)

Movie: Crazy Rich Asians (SAF Funded and open to all students!)

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Hollywood Murder Mystery, 10:00-11:30p, Brower Student Center 225

The creators of Mission IMPROVable present Hollywood Murder Mys-tery, a hilarious whodunit-improv show that will put even the cleverest sleuths to the test! Audience is limited to 175 students and will be on a first come, first served basis. Sign-ups will begin 15 minutes prior to the show start time.

Cinema Under the Stars, 11:00p-1:00a, Travers / Wolfe Lawn (Rain Location: Brower Student Center 100)

Movie: Black Panther (SAF Funded and open to all students!)

Late Night Dining, Normal Hours, T -Dubs

Remember to bring cash/credit or use your TCNJ ID Card Get It Points! Check the TCNJ Dining website for regular hours (https://tcnj.sodexomyway.com)

Monday, August 26

Breakfast, 7:00-7:45a, Atrium at Eickhoff Hall

Bring your TCNJ ID Card for Admittance.

Convocation (First Year and Provisional

Students), 8:00a, Various Locations

Your formal induction into the Class of 2023

and the beginning of the academic year. Join the faculty and

administration of the College in this ceremony that welcomes you to our

community of learners. All students are expected to participate in this

activity. Business attire is required. Please check the Academic

Welcome Day program for more details and instructions. Rain Location:

Student Recreation Center.

School Meeting Locations

School of Arts & Communication: Sidewalk between Packer and

Eickhoff. Line up to face Green Hall.

School of Business: Sidewalk that runs between Packer Hall and Green

Hall. Line up to face Trenton Hall.

School of Education: Sidewalk between Tennis Courts and

Packer Parking Lot. Line up to face Green Hall.

School of Engineering: Sidewalk between Library and Eickhoff Hall

(Library Side). Line up to face Trenton Hall.

School of Humanities & Social Sciences: Sidewalk between Brower

Student Center and Social Sciences Building. Line up to face the

Library.

School of Nursing, Health, and Exercise Science: Sidewalk that runs

between Packer Hall and Green Hall. Line up to face the Library.

School of Science: Sidewalk between Packer Hall and Brower Student

Center. Line up to face Green Hall.

Dean’s Welcome Session, Immediately Following Convocation

Department Faculty Welcome Sessions, 10:30a, Various Locations

Students in the Schools of the Arts & Communication, Engineering,

Humanities & Social Sciences, Nursing, Health, and Exercise Science,

Science and School of Education (Open Options/Undeclared & Speech

Pathology students ONLY). Please check the Academic Welcome Day

program for more details and instructions.

Department Faculty Welcome Sessions, 11:30a, Various Locations

All School of Education Students except Speech Pathology majors.

Please check the Academic Welcome Day program for more details and

instructions.

Lunch, 11:30a OR 12:30p, Atrium at Eickhoff Hall

Bring your TCNJ ID Card for Admittance.

Summer Reading Discussions, 2:00p or 3:10p, Various Locations

Students discuss the Summer Reading, No Fire in the Ashes by Darnell Moore, in small groups led by faculty and staff facilitators. See the Roar*TCNJ Mobile App or your Community Advisory (CA) for time & location.

Chart Your Path: Education Abroad at TCNJ, 2:00-3:00 AND 3:30-4:30p, Music Building, Mayo Concert Hall

The Center for Global Engagement will present program opportunities to align with your academic goals and are affordable or the same cost of a semester on campus. Come learn about the value an education abroad experience can add to your journey here at TCNJ, as well as, the skills you can take away from these experiences that will help you in your future professional and career aspirations. (Two Sessions)

Dinner, 4:00-9:00p, Atrium at Eickhoff Hall

Bring your TCNJ ID Card for Admittance.

Fellas, Bellas and Acapella, 8:30-11:00p, Kendall Hall

Come hear a sing-off TCNJ style with Trentones ft., The I-Tunes, The Treblemakers and the Voice of Hope.

Paint and Sip, 8:30-11:00p, PAWS Lounge (Brower Student Center 216)

Hosted by the Healing Arts Club.

Game Night with Your Academic School, 9:00-11:00p, Brower Student Center 225

One of the most popular events, meet and compete with others in your academic school while playing board, card and other games. $250 in gift cards is up for grabs!

Late Night Dining, Normal Hours, T -Dubs

Remember to bring cash/credit or use your TCNJ ID Card Get It Points! Check the TCNJ Dining website for regular hours (https://tcnj.sodexomyway.com)

Tuesday, August 27

First Day of Classes!

Stop by the Brower Student Center between 11:00a-2:00p to have your first day of school photo taken! You’ll also have the chance to win some “Hi” swag and gear by letting us know who helped you out most during your transition to TCNJ…

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The fun doesn’t end with Welcome Week! Download the GooseChase App and start playing today!

(What’s GooseChase? Check your email from Lindsay in the Office of Student Transitions…)

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