Welcome Week Activities
Tuesday, September 20 — College Day
- College of Allied Health Sciences Welcome Day (CAHS)
- Carl H. Lindner College of Business Welcome (LCB)
- College of Engineering & Applied Science (CEAS)
- Introduction to the College of Nursing
- College of Design, Architecture, Art, and Planning (DAAP) College Day
- College of Education, Criminal Justice, and Human Services Welcome Day (CECH)
- McMicken College of Arts & Sciences Welcome Day
- College-Conservatory of Music (CCM)
Thursday, September 15
| 9 a.m.-9 p.m. | Operation Move-In Recycle Campus Recreation Center, Daniels, Siddall and Stratford Heights Complex Residence Halls Sponsored by UC Sustainability |
| 10 a.m. | Campus Recreation Center, Daniels, Siddall and Stratford Heights Complex Residence Halls open and remain open. We respectfully request that students arrive for check-in no later than 11 p.m. if at all possible. More Hall Opening Information. |
Friday, September 16
| 9 a.m.-9 p.m. | Operation Move-In Recycle Calhoun, Campus Recreation Center, Dabney, Daniels, Schneider, Siddall, Stratford Heights Complex and Turner Residence Halls Sponsored by UC Sustainability |
| 10 a.m. | Calhoun, Dabney, Schneider and Turner Residence Halls open and remain open. We respectfully request that students arrive for check-in no later then 11 p.m. if at all possible. More Hall Opening Information. |
| 7-10 p.m. | Splash Bash Campus Recreation Center, Leisure Pool Free Food! Kick off the new school year with food, fun, friends, swimming and a movie! Movie title TBA. FREE! Sponsored by Friday Night Live & Campus Recreation Center |
| 7 p.m. | Early-Bird Shabbat - Friday Night Shabbat Services & Dinner 2718 Digby Avenue, Chabad House Jewish Student Center Free Dinner! Welcome Freshmen!!! Celebrate your first Shabbat at UC! Enjoy a FREE home-cooked delicious meal, including homemade challah, chicken soup, kugels, salads & more! Singing, stories, friendship and a warm atmosphere... Candle Lighting and traditional services at 7 p.m., Dinner at 7:45 p.m. Come when you can - our door is always open! Vegetarians/vegans welcome - we always try to be ready for your individual needs. Let us know what you need. Reservations appreciated, but never necessary. Call 513-751-2288 or e-mail info@chabadatuc.com. Sponsored by Chabad House Jewish Student Center |
Saturday, September 17
| 9 a.m.-9 p.m. | Operation Move-In Recycle Calhoun, Campus Recreation Center, Dabney, Daniels, Schneider, Siddall, Stratford Heights Complex and Turner Residence Halls Sponsored by UC Sustainability |
| 10:30 a.m. | Shabbat Morning Services & Lunch 2718 Digby Avenue, Chabad House Jewish Student Center Lunch! Traditional Shacharit (Morning Services) accompanied by insights into the weekly Torah portion. Lunch will be at 1 p.m. Come on in whenever you can! Sponsored by Chabad House Jewish Student Center. |
Sunday, September 18
| 12:30–1:15 p.m. | New Student Convocation Assembly Armory Fieldhouse ALL NEW STUDENTS New students arrive no later than 1:15 p.m. Doors will open at 12:30 p.m. |
| 2 p.m. | New Student Convocation Fifth Third Arena, Shoemaker Center (Doors open at 12:30 p.m. for parents and guests) OFFICIAL INDUCTION CEREMONY FOR ALL NEW STUDENTS President Gregory H. Williams will welcome family and friends to this official new student induction ceremony. |
| 3-5 p.m. | Taste of Uptown McMicken Commons Center The neighborhood is coming to campus. You’re invited to McMicken Commons to "taste" some of the best off-campus food, shopping, and banking the surrounding communities have to offer. Clifton Heights, Corryville, Ludlow, and University Heights business districts will be presenting samples of their menus and wares. Join us immediately after Convocation. Sponsored by MainStreet & Bearcat Campus Card |
| 4:30-6:30 p.m. | Meet n’ Greet Tangeman University Center Plaza Free Food! Come out and meet the members of UC's Equestrian Team! Get information on the team, learn about try outs and get free food. Everyone is welcome to come and we encourage all levels of riders to join, from beginner to advanced. For more information about UCET please visit our website at www.ucequestrianteam.com. Sponsored by UC Equestrian Team |
| 5:30-9 p.m. | Martino's Catered Italian Dinner and Bearcat Olympics 328 West McMillan Street, St. Monica – St. George Parish Newman Center (Old St. Monica School building), 1st Floor Dinner! Join us for 5:30 Mass and dinner, generously provided for by Martino's on Short Vine. Then test your skills and meet new people as you play games of Olympic proportions. Sponsored by St. Monica – St. George Parish Newman Center (Catholic Newman Club) |
| 7-9 p.m. | Make-Your-Own-Sundae Extravaganza 3007 Clifton Avenue, The Edge House Free Sundae! It's International Banana Festival Day (Observed) and we're celebrating with a Make-Your-Own Sundae Extravaganza! But seriously, how could you resist ice cream, fruit (both fresh and delicious from-a-jar), sundry sauces and sprinkles? It's all proof that God loves us. Also, it's free. www.edgehouseministries.org Sponsored by Lutheran, Episcopal, and Nazarene/CCO Campus Ministries |
| 9-9:30 p.m. | Compline 3007 Clifton Avenue, The Edge House Ancient Christian prayer service for the late evening. We light candles, we say prayers, we sit in silence, we sing. Come and see. www.edgehouseministries.org Sponsored by Lutheran, Episcopal, and Nazarene/CCO Campus Ministries |
Monday, September 19
| 9 a.m.-12 noon | Cincinnati Pride Grant Freshman Orientation Tangeman University Center, MainStreet Cinema, Room 220 This is a one day orientation program for all incoming freshmen students from Cincinnati Public Schools who are eligible for the Cincinnati Pride Grant or the Federal Pell Grant. This orientation will highlight the Cincinnati Pride Grant program, familiarize students with key campus offices and resources, and discuss first year experiences. The Cincinnati Pride Grant Freshmen Orientation is mandatory for all incoming students from Cincinnati Public Schools who are eligible for the Cincinnati Pride Grant or the Federal Pell Grant. Sponsored by New Student Financial Aid |
| 9 a.m.-2 p.m. | Fall Community Service Fair Tangeman University Center, Great Hall & Lobby, Level 4 & Atrium, Level 3 Are you interested in getting involved in your community? What about learning the ways non profits could mobilize your talents and skills? Do you have required service hours for a scholarship or want to get your floor, fraternity, or student group involved with service projects? This is the place to be! The Fall Community Service Fair is part of the Cincinnatus Welcome and Kick-off and will be held in the TUC Atrium, Great Hall and Lobby areas. Student service groups and non-profit representatives will be present to engage you and plug you into ways to serve! This is an open event for any UC community member. For questions, contact the Center for Community Engagement at community.engagement@uc.edu or 513-556-1559. Sponsored by Center for Community Engagement |
| 9 a.m.-4 p.m. | UC Rowing Club Recruitment McMicken Commons Center This is an opportunity for future UC students to come meet the coaches and current team of the University of Cincinnati Rowing Club. There will be informational flyers handed out to anyone interested as well as a chance to see a real boat brought to campus by the team! Sponsored by UC Rowing Club |
| 9 a.m.-5 p.m. | PNC's Wii Dance Party Tangeman University Center, PNC Branch, Level 3 Free Popcorn! Come in and compete with your friends on Wii Dance Party in the PNC Branch in TUC. The top 5 dancers for the week will receive a $10 Visa gift card. Free Popcorn. Sponsored by PNC Bank |
| 10-11 a.m. | Cincinnatus Scholarship Meeting Tangeman University Center, Great Hall This event is mandatory for all Cincinnatus Scholarship students. Choose only one session to attend. This session is your introduction to the Cincinnatus scholarship program and community service. Sponsored by Student Financial Aid |
| 10-11 a.m. | Pre-Law, Pre-Med, Pre-Dent, Pre-Opt, Pre-Vet Breakfast at the Pre-Professional Advising Center University Pavilion, Level 1, Reception Lobby Breakfast! If you are interested in dentistry, law, medicine, optometry, or veterinary medicine please join us. Representatives from student organizations will be welcoming you with information about upcoming activities. Pre-Professional advisers will be available to answer academic questions. Sponsored by Pre-Professional Advising Center |
| 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | New Student - Athlete Orientation Lindner Center, Auditorium, Room 450 This event is mandatory for all new student athletes. Sponsored by Athletic Department - Academic Services |
| 10 a.m.-1 p.m. | Counseling Center Information Table Tangeman University Center, MainStreet Express Mart, Level 3 Stop by the Counseling Center table to pick up some useful information and brochures that can help with your transition to college and learn some tips for making the most of your relationships and experiences. Sponsored by Counseling Center |
| 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Equestrian Team Tryouts Saddle Lake Equestrian Center Thank you for your interest in UC's Equestrian Team! At tryouts, our coach will assess your riding abilities and help place you in the correct riding division. We have a Western showing team, a Hunt Seat showing team and a leisure team. Riders will be selected with all levels of experience; from riders with no experience to advanced. We need all levels of riders for our team and no experience is necessary. Please do not be discouraged if you are a beginner. Everyone should tryout! Sponsored by Equestrian Team |
| 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | PNC Tabling/Games Campus Recreation Center Plaza and Tangeman University Center Plaza Come Play Corn hole and washers with PNC. Enter to win a free IPOD Nano. Winner drawn on Friday, September 30. Sponsored by PNC Bank |
| 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Intro to Climbing Class Campus Recreation Center, Climbing Wall This two hour class will cover proper terminology and technique, bouldering and top rope climbing at the CRC Climbing Wall. Harnesses and shoes are provided, but participants may choose to bring their own. $15 registration fee. Sponsored by Campus Recreation Center |
| 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Painted Prayers McMicken Commons Center We’re in McMicken Commons every day this week, praying and painting – no experience necessary. How to paint your prayer: choose a square on our canvas, write in your prayer (person, place, event, concern, joy, etc.), take a moment of silence, then paint over it. Pray once, pray twice, pray every day – it’s up to you. www.edgehouseministries.org Sponsored by Lutheran & Episcopal Campus Ministries |
| 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Taste of Market on Main Campus Recreation Center, East Plaza Free Food and Beverages! Students are invited to sample free food and beverages (while supplies last) and enjoy product and prize giveaways at CRC East Plaza, just outside the entrance to Market on Main. UC Student I.D. Required. Sponsored by UC Bookstores & Market on Main |
| 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Cincinnatus Scholarship Meeting Tangeman University Center, Great Hall This event is mandatory for all Cincinnatus Scholarship students. Choose only one session to attend. This session is your introduction to the Cincinnatus scholarship program and community service. Sponsored by Student Financial Aid |
| 12-3 p.m. | Jewish Students "Meet and Greet" Brunch Steger Student Life Center, Level 6 Lounge Food! Learn about the Jewish-themed activities and opportunities on campus. Have all your questions answered about Jewish life at UC! Kosher pizza, fries, salad and drinks will be served. Don't forget to get your free T-shirt! Sponsored by Chabad House Jewish Student Center |
| 1:30-3:30 p.m. | Belay Certification Campus Recreation Center, Climbing Wall To belay is the act of tending a climber’s rope to take out slack and secure a fall. The belayer is the person securing the climber. Participants in this instructional program are taught the proper belaying procedures and are held to the same standards as staff at the CRC Climbing Wall. Having the certification allows members to belay for each other without being dependent on CRC staff every time they wish to climb. $15 registration fee. Sponsored by Campus Recreation Center |
| 2-2:50 p.m. | Jump Start Study Abroad Tangeman University Center, Room 427 Food & Prizes! It's never too early to begin planning a study abroad experience! Join us to learn about numerous academic credit bearing opportunities in various countries and how to receive financial assistance. This year we anticipate a significant increase in univeristy funding to help support students make study abroad financially feasible. Learn about this and much more! Returnees will be on hand to share their experiences. We will also play a world trivia game with prizes and food to follow. Sponsored by UC International Programs |
| 5-6 p.m. |
First Meeting: Grab Bag Competition Campus Recreation Center, Room 3240 Grab Bag Competition. Each participant will receive a bag with various items in it which will be used to complete a specific objective. Winners will receive a prize! Sponsored by Engineers Without Borders |
| 5-6 p.m. | Ultimate Frisbee w/UC Men's Rowing Team Sheakley Lawn Are you TALL, athletic and competitive? Nationally competitive semi-varisty sport, UC Rowing seeks athletes for the 2011-2012 rowing seasons. No rowing experience necessary. Come and meet some of the men's team and play ultimate on the Sheakley lawn. Teams made on site, and t-shirts given to winning team. Space limited to 40 athletes. Please email KeithYoung@cincyrowing.org to reserve a spot. Sponsored by UC Rowing Team |
| 5-7 p.m. | H2o Fall Cookout McMicken Commons Center Free Food! Come hang out and get some FREE eats! Also meet some current students involved with H2o and find out what we have going on this school year! Find out more about H2o at h2ocincinnati.com. Sponsored by H2o |
| 5-7 p.m. | Sundae on Monday 2615 Clifton Avenue, Hillel Jewish Student Center Free Sundae! Sponsored by Hillel Jewish Student Center |
| 6-7 p.m. | UC Women's Rowing Team Ice Cream Social Swift Hall, Room 800 Free Ice Cream! Are you TALL, competitive and athletic? Nationally competitive semi-varisty sport, UC Rowing seeks athletes for the 2011-2012 rowing seasons. No rowing experience necessary. Come and meet some of the women's team, talk to the coach and enjoy a sundae on us! Sponsored by UC Rowing Team |
| 6-9 p.m. | Navigators Olympics Campus Green and Sigm Sigma Commons Come with your friends, sign up for a team, and compete in games such as water balloon volleyball, slip-n-slide bowling, wheelbarrow jousting, and other relays. Anyone is welcome to come and participate - all materials will be provided by the UC Navigators Christian Group. A great opportunity to meet new friends and get some energy out before class starts. Sponsored by UC Navigators |
| 7-8 p.m. | Women's Faith Sharing Group Tangeman University Center, Room 411 Join us as we discuss our lives as women in all stages of our faith, get to know other women students, and deepen our faith. Sponsored by St. Monica - St. George Parish Newman Center (Catholic Newman Club) |
| 7-9 p.m. | Mini-Masterpieces 3007 Clifton Avenue, The Edge House Free Pizza! Artists, creators, makers-of-things – let’s play! Bare your soul or just play with the paint – it’s up to you. You’ll have 24 square inches of primed canvas to do whatever you like. We’ll have paint, crayons, glue, and random bits and bobs, or bring your own supplies. Free pizza. www.edgehouseministries.org Sponsored by Lutheran, Episcopal, and Nazarene/CCO Campus Ministries |
| 7-11 p.m. | First Floor Meetings Specific Residence Halls TBD See hall staff for specific floors' time and location. |
| 8-12 a.m. | PAC at Night Bearcat Pavilion Free Pizza & Drinks! The Programs and Activities Council invites you to attend PAC at Night. We will be projecting various old television shows on a big screen TV for all of those who would like to attend. Pizza and drinks will be provided and this event will be FREE to all. Come join us outside of TUC in Bearcat Pavilion for a fun PAC at Night from 8 p.m. to midnight. Sponsored by Programs and Activities Council |
| Anytime | Register to Win FlashDrive@UC Libraries Any of the 10 UC Libraries Visit any of the 10 UC Libraries between September 19th and October 2nd to register to win 1 of 10 free flash drives. (During library hours only) Sponsored by University of Cincinnati Libraries |
Tuesday, September 20
College Day
| See CCM orientation schedule for time | College-Conservatory of Music (CCM) MANDATORY FOR COLLEGE-CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC STUDENTS The University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music "Fall Orientation Sschedule 2011" is available online at http://ccm.uc.edu/resources/students/orientation.html. It is very important that you access this information and attend all pertinent activities. |
| 1:30-2:30 p.m. | Federal Work Study Student Orientation Tangeman Univeristy Center, MainStreet Cinema, Level 2 If you have been awarded Federal Work Study and would like to know: What is the Federal Work Study Program? How does the Federal Work Study Program work? Where can I apply for Federal Work Study Positions? How do I apply for Federal Work Study Positions? Then you should attend this information session! Sponsored by Student Financial Aid Office |
| 2:30-3:30 p.m. | Belay Certification Clinic Campus Recreation Center, Climbing Wall To belay is the act of tending a climber’s rope to take out slack and secure a fall. The belayer is the person securing the climber. Participants in this instructional program are taught the proper belaying procedures and are held to the same standards as staff at the CRC Climbing Wall. Having the certification allows members to belay for each other without being dependent on CRC staff every time they wish to climb. $15 registration fee. Sponsored by Campus Recreation Center |
| 2:30-4 p.m. | Counseling Center Information Table Tangeman University Center, MainStreet Express Mart, Level 3 Stop by the Counseling Center table to pick up some useful information and brochures that can help with your transition to college and learn some tips for making the most of your relationships and experiences. Sponsored by Counseling Center |
| 2:30-4 p.m. | Jewish Life at UC Welcome Tent McMicken Commons Center Food! Learn about the Jewish-themed activities and opportunities on campus. Have all of your questions answered about Jewish life at UC! Bagels and Shmears & Israeli food will be served. Don't forget your free T-shirt! Sponsored by Chabad House Jewish Student Center |
| 2:30-4 p.m. | PNC Tabling/Games Campus Recreation Center Plaza and Tangeman University Center Plaza Come Play Corn hole and washers with PNC. Enter to win a free IPOD Nano. Winner drawn on Friday, September 30. Sponsored by PNC Bank |
| 2:30-5 p.m. | PNC's Wii Dance Party Tangeman University Center, PNC Branch, Level 3 Free Popcorn! Come in and compete with your friends on Wii Dance Party in the PNC Branch in TUC. The top 5 dancers for the week will receive a $10 Visa gift card. Free Popcorn. Sponsored by PNC Bank |
| 3-4 p.m. | Explore theHouse & Meet the ColMin Staff 2715 Clifton Avenue Come meet the Collegiate Ministry Staff folks. Yeah, this sounds old fashioned and formal BUT not really. Just come by “the House” at 2715 Clifton Ave (across from McMicken Hall) and have a Coke, wander around “theHouse”, and take an opportunity to just visit, ask questions, find out more about what we do at Collegiate Ministry. Some of our student lead team will probably be around as well.Click on www.CollegiateMinistry.com for more info. Sponsored by Collegiate Ministry |
| 4-5 p.m. | Model UN Information Session McMicken Hall, Room 43 It will be an hour long informational session to help inform students about joining the Model United Nations Team at UC. We will be using it for recruitment and spreading our visibility across campus. Sponsored by Political Science Student Association |
| 5-6 p.m. | Liberal Love: College Democrats Kick-Off Event McMicken Commons Center Free Pizza! Come out to the north end of McMicken Commons (under the big trees) for a kick-off social for the College Democrats. Meet open-minded progressives on campus, discuss political and social issues, and learn about what the Dems do during the year. Come hungry - we'll have plenty of vegetarian, vegan, and meat pizza options! Sponsored by College Democrats |
| 5-6 p.m. | Rowing Team Informational Meeting Tangeman University Center, MainStreet Cinema, Level 2 The University of Cincinnati Rowing Team needs TALL, ATHLETIC, COMPETITIVE athletes for the 2011-2012 season. We want you to be a part of a nationally competitive, semi-varsity team of 50 rowers. No experience necessary, ONLY THE DESIRE TO WIN. Informational meeting will provide practice, training and racing schedules, introduction to coaching staff and team, and membership requirements. Pizza served following meeting. Seating is not guaranteed; it is recommended you reserve a space. Please email EricaRoberts@cincyrowing.org to reserve your seat. Sponsored by UC Rowing Team |
| 5-7 p.m. | RecFest/Game Night Campus Recreation Center Sponsored by Campus Recreation Center |
| 5-8 p.m. | Taco Tuesday 2615 Clifton Avenue, Hillel Jewish Student Center Free Tacos! Sponsored by Hillel Jewish Student Center |
| 6-9 p.m. | Chi Alpha Campus Ministries Tangeman University Center, Room 427 Chi Alpha Campus Ministries at UC holds weekly meetings beginning with prayer from 6 to 6:30. The official meetings start at 6:30 and include praise and worship, readings, devotionals, and discussions. We also take part in joyful fellowship-building festivities. Feel free to attend for the time that you can each week. We focus on opportunities to learn and grow in your faith, and how to recognize and act upon His plans for you as a disciple and a leader. Undergrads, grads, faculty, staff and all others are welcome. Those just curious about God's word, come check it out! Sponsored by Chi Alpha Campus Ministries |
| 6-9 p.m. | Navigators Ice Cream Social Campus Green and Sigma Sigma Commons Free Ice Cream! Bring your new roomies, friends, or show up and meet some brand new ones. Enjoy ice ream and get to know some students involved in the Navigators or Campus Crusade student ministries. What’s not to love? Don’t miss out on some tasty treats! Sponsored by UC Navigators |
| 6:06-9 p.m. | Grillin’ and Chillin’ 2715 Clifton Avenue Free Grillout! “Free” and “Grillout” are two important words in the college vocabulary. Collegiate Ministry is putting these two words together just for you and your friends tonight. This one is at “theHouse” at 2715 Clifton Ave. Tonight’s menu is straight off the grill: hamburgers, brats/mets and hotwings. We start at 6:06pm and this will be the “Thrill’a on the Grill’a” for Welcome Week. Drop on by and visit for a while. Click on www.CollegiateMinistry.com for more info. Sponsored by Collegiate Ministry |
| 6:30-8 p.m. | Acts Alive - Cultural Cuisine Connections 3007 Clifton Avenue, The Edge House Whether you hail from the east or west side of Cincinnati, the eastern or western United States, or countries across the globe - stop by and enjoy an amazing mix of free foods and new friends. www.gclsf.org Sponsored by Lutheran Student Fellowship |
| 7-11 p.m. | First Floor Meetings Specific Residence Halls TBD See hall staff for specific floors' time and location. |
| 8-11 p.m. | Capture the Flag! McMicken Commons Center Come to McMicken Commons and run around! Meet new people as you play Capture the Flag! Sponsored by St. Monica – St. George Parish Newman Center (Catholic Newman Club) |
| Anytime | Register to Win FlashDrive@UC Libraries Any of the 10 UC Libraries Visit any of the 10 UC Libraries between September 19th and October 2nd to register to win 1 of 10 free flash drives. (During library hours only) Sponsored by University of Cincinnati Libraries |
Wednesday, September 21
First Day of Class
| 7:30-9:30 a.m. | Breakfast on the Go Tangeman University Center Plaza Free Breakfast! Free Breakfast will be handed out the first morning of Classes! So as you struggle to find your classes on the first day, make sure to stop by the MainStreet walkway, between TUC and the Swift Hall. We will be there handing out the goodies! Click on www.CollegiateMinistry.com for more info. Sponsored by Collegiate Ministry |
| 9 a.m.-6:30 p.m. | PNC's Wii Dance Party Tangeman University Center, PNC Branch, Level 3 Free Popcorn! Come in and compete with your friends on Wii Dance Party in the PNC Branch in TUC. The top 5 dancers for the week will receive a $10 Visa gift card. Free Popcorn. Sponsored by PNC Bank |
| 10 a.m.-1 p.m. | Career Development Center (CDC) says Welcome Week to UC! Tangeman University Center Plaza Free Calendar! CDC Welcomes incoming Freshmen and graduationg Seniors with back to school treats and tips. Meet the CDC Career Coach that is assigned to your college/major out on the TUC Plaza from 10am - 1pm and get a FREE CDC calendar!. Sponsored by Career Development Center (CDC) |
| 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | PNC Tabling/Games Campus Recreation Center Plaza and Tangeman University Center Plaza Come Play Corn hole and washers with PNC. Enter to win a free IPOD Nano. Winner drawn on Friday, September 30. Sponsored by PNC Bank |
| 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Painted Prayers McMicken Commons Center We’re in McMicken Commons every day this week, praying and painting – no experience necessary. How to paint your prayer: choose a square on our canvas, write in your prayer (person, place, event, concern, joy, etc.), take a moment of silence, then paint over it. Pray once, pray twice, pray every day – it’s up to you. www.edgehouseministries.org Sponsored by Lutheran & Episcopal Campus Ministries |
| 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | 3rd Annual Soak Your SOL McMicken Commons Center The Annual Soak Your SOL is back! Come and reunite with your Student Orientation Leader. Show your SOL how good your "curve ball" is! After DUNKING your SOL, try PIE-ING your SOL or just hang out and get to know them through other fun-filled activities. This is a great opportunity for students to mingle and learn more about becoming a SOL and joining Orientation Board. SOLS will be collecting canned goods to be donated to Matthew 25 Ministries so don't forget yours! Sponsored by Orientation Board |
| 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | UC Rowing Club Recruitment McMicken Commons Center This is an opportunity for prospective UC students to come meet the coaches and current team of the University of Cincinnati Rowing Club. Informational flyers will be handed out for anyone interested in joining the team. Sponsored by UC Rowing Team |
| 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. | Jewish Life at UC Welcome Tent McMicken Commons Center Food! Learn about the Jewish-themed activities and opportunities on campus. Have all of your questions answered about Jewish life at UC! Bagels and Shmears & Israeli food will be served. Don't forget your free T-shirt! Sponsored by Chabad House Jewish Student Center |
| 2-2:50 p.m. | Jump Start Study Abroad Tangeman University Center, Room 427 Food & Prizes! It's never too early to begin planning a study abroad experience! Join us to learn about numerous academic credit bearing opportunities in various countries and how to receive financial assistance. This year we anticipate a significant increase in university funding to help support students make study abroad financially feasible. Learn about this and much more! Returnees will be on hand to share their experiences. We will also play a world trivia game with prizes and food to follow. Sponsored by UC International Programs |
| 3:30-6:30 p.m. | A Three Hour Tour Tangeman University Center Plaza (Front Steps) One of the best ways to get acquainted with your new home at UC is to get to know the surrounding neighborhood. This Tuesday we will be leading a three hour tour of Uptown Cincinnati, checking out the best placed to eat, finding good locations for dessert, visiting interesting shops, and seeing cool things up and down McMillian St., Calhoun St., Clifton Ave., and Ludlow Ave. Come check us out and you may even get some FREE eats along the way. Meet on the steps of TUC at 3:30 and we will head out around 3:45. Don’t miss out on this fun experience! Sponsored by University Christian Church |
| 4:30-7:30 p.m. | UC Rowing Club Recruitment Campus Recreation Center, Lobby Sponsored by UC Rowing Team |
| 5 p.m. | Annual Welcome BBQ! 2718 Digby Avenue, Chabad House Jewish Student Center Kosher BBQ! Meet new students, greet old friends! Kick off the quarter in style with a kosher BBQ with all the fixins', lawn games, bonfire, cotton candy, sno-cones and more! Vegetarian menu available - let us know what you need at: info@chabadatuc.com. Sponsored by Chabad House Jewish Student Center |
| 6-7 p.m. | How to Go Greek! Info Session Tangeman University Center, Room 400B Information session about the fraternity and sorority community at the University of Cincinnati and How to Go Greek! Students will learn about fraternities and sororities, how to sign up for recruitment, info sessions specific to fraternity or sorority recruitment, and other Fraternity and Sorority Life programs and events. Sponsored by Fraternity & Sorority Life |
| 6-7 p.m. | University of Cincinnati Mock Trial Informational Meeting College of Law, Room 204 Interested in law? Enjoy acting? If you answered yes to either or both of these questions you should consider joining UC's award winning Mock Trial team. Meet outgoing people and earn up to 6 elective credits per year! For more information come check out our informational meeting! Also be sure to visit us on the web at www.ucmocktrial.com. Sponsored by UC Mock Trial |
| 6-10 p.m. | Wesley House (United Methodist) Campus Ministry 2717 Clifton Avenue, Wesley House Free Dinner! Dinner (free) at Wesley House (United Methodist) Campus Ministry to welcome new and continuing students. Can't make dinner? Open House continues until 10pm. Drop by and hear about our great communit! More info at www.wesleyuc.org. THE place for thinking people of faith. Sponsored by Wesley House (United Methodist) Campus Ministry |
| 7-8:30 p.m | Chi Alpha Campus Ministries McMicken Commons Center Snacks! Come out to McMicken Commons for snacks, fun and fellowship with Chi Alpha Campus Ministries! We are not a fraternity or a sorority, but a diverse and authentic community of Christian believers, devoted to being Christ's ambassadors as described in 2 Corinthians 5:20. We'll walk together as we come to a clearer understanding of the Word and our faith is deepened and strengened. Sponsored by Chi Alpha Campus Ministry |
| 7-9 p.m. | Belay Certification Clinic Campus Recreation Center, Climbing Wall To belay is the act of tending a climber’s rope to take out slack and secure a fall. The belayer is the person securing the climber. Participants in this instructional program are taught the proper belaying procedures and are held to the same standards as staff at the CRC Climbing Wall. Having the certification allows members to belay for each other without being dependent on CRC staff every time they wish to climb. $15 registration fee. Sponsored by Campus Recreation Center |
| 7:30-9 p.m. | Catholic Spirituality Group Tangeman University Center, Room 405 Join us every Wednesday beginning September 21st for this opportunity to grow in your faith. The weekly meetings will have rotating themes of Bible study, guest speakers, group prayer, and small group discussion. Sponsored by St. Monica - St. George Parish Newman Center (Catholic Newman Club) |
| 8-10 p.m. | LGBTQ Social Mixer Tangeman University Center, Catskeller, Level 1 Come hang out with the members of GenderBloc, a student activism and support group for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer and Allied students. Enjoy the tasty eats of UC, meet follow students, and learn about GenderBloc and other LGBTQ groups on campus. All are welcome, so bring a friend and let's Mix It Up. Sponsored by GenderBloc |
| 8-10 p.m. | Rango - Free Outdoor Walk-In Movie Campus Green and Sigma Sigma Commons Refreshments & Prizes! UC Sustainability presents: Rango - free outdoor walk-in movie. Limited seating available. Bring a blanket to enjoy this movie under the stars. Refreshments and prizes! Sponsored by UC Sustainability |
| Anytime | Register to Win FlashDrive@UC Libraries Any of the 10 UC Libraries Visit any of the 10 UC Libraries between September 19th and October 2nd to register to win 1 of 10 free flash drives. (During library hours only) Sponsored by University of Cincinnati Libraries |
Thursday, September 22
| 3:30-6 a.m. | Breakfast Brigade 328 West McMillan Street, St. Monica – St. George Parish Newman Center Every Thursday morning students gather to make a hot, fresh breakfast for day labor workers downtown. Join us as we make and break bread for and with our brothers and sisters as they struggle to earn a living. Sponsored by St. Monica – St. George Parish Newman Center (Catholic Newman Club) |
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| 9 a.m.-5 p.m. | PNC's Wii Dance Party Tangeman University Center, PNC Branch, Level 3 Free Popcorn! Come in and compete with your friends on Wii Dance Party in the PNC Branch in TUC. The top 5 dancers for the week will receive a $10 Visa gift card. Free Popcorn. Sponsored by PNC Bank |
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| 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | PNC Tabling/Games Campus Recreation Center Plaza and Tangeman University Center Plaza Come Play Corn hole and washers with PNC. Enter to win a free IPOD Nano. Winner drawn on Friday, September 30. Sponsored by PNC Bank |
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| 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Painted Prayers McMicken Commons Center We’re in McMicken Commons every day this week, praying and painting – no experience necessary. How to paint your prayer: choose a square on our canvas, write in your prayer (person, place, event, concern, joy, etc.), take a moment of silence, then paint over it. Pray once, pray twice, pray every day – it’s up to you. www.edgehouseministries.org Sponsored by Lutheran & Episcopal Campus Ministries |
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| 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | UC Rowing Club Recruitment McMicken Commons Center This is an opportunity for prospective UC students to come meet the coaches and current team of the University of Cincinnati Rowing Club. Informational flyers will be handed out for anyone interested in joining the team. Sponsored by UC Rowing Team |
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| 12-3 p.m. | Counseling Center Information Table Tangeman University Center, MainStreet Express Mart, Level 3 Stop by the Counseling Center table to pick up some useful information and brochures that can help with your transition to college and learn some tips for making the most of your relationships and experiences. Sponsored by Counseling Center |
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| 1-2 p.m. | Catholic Bible Study Tangeman University Center, Room 403 Each week we will read and study the next Sunday's Gospel reading to gain a deeper understanding of the Word. We will study the text through a socio-historical lens to glean what the Gospel writers were trying to say to their communities and how the message of the Gospel relates to us today. Sponsored by St. Monica – St. George Parish Newman Center (Catholic Newman Club) |
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| 1-2 p.m. | Fraternity Recruitment Info Session Tangeman University Center, MainStreet Cinema, Level 2 These will be two back-to-back information sessions: the first specific to fraternity recruitment, the second specific to sorority recruitment. Each session will last approximately 1 hour. Students specifically intersted in either fraternity/sorority recruitment, and learning more about the process, should attend these sessions. Sponsored by Fraternity & Sorority Life |
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| 2-3 p.m. | Sorority Recruitment Info Session Tangeman University Center, MainStreet Cinema, Level 2 These will be two back-to-back information sessions: the first specific to fraternity recruitment, the second specific to sorority recruitment. Each session will last approximately 1 hour. Students specifically intersted in either fraternity/sorority recruitment, and learning more about the process, should attend these sessions. Sponsored by Fraternity & Sorority Life |
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| 2-2:50 p.m. | Jump Start Study Abroad Tangeman University Center, Room 427 Food & Prizes! It's never too early to begin planning a study abroad experience! Join us to learn about numerous academic credit bearing opportunities in various countries and how to receive financial assistance. This year we anticipate a significant increase in university funding to help support students make study abroad financially feasible. Learn about this and much more! Returnees will be on hand to share their experiences. We will also play a world trivia game with prizes and food to follow. Sponsored by UC International Programs |
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| 4:30-7:30 p.m. | UC Rowing Club Recruitment Campus Recreation Center, Lobby Sponsored by UC Rowing Team |
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| 5-7 p.m. | Hispanic Student Welcome Max Kade German Cultural Center, Old Chemistry Building, Room 736 Refreshments! Hispanic Student Welcome is a Welcome Week program dedicated to informing incoming and current Latino students about the services and student organizations dedicated to Latino culture. Sponsored by Ethnic Programs and Services (EPS) |
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| 5-7 p.m. | Jewcy-Q 2615 Clifton Avenue, Hillel Jewish Student Center Sponsored by Hillel Jewish Student Center |
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| 5-7 p.m. | UC Christian Graduates 3007 Clifton Avenue, The Edge House Food! Gather with other UC graduate and professional school students to begin the academic year. We'll share a meal, pray, and discuss the group's activities for the quarter. www.gclsf.org Sponsored by Lutheran Student Fellowship |
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| 5:30-9 p.m. | 5:30 Dinner, Sandlot, and S'mores 328 West McMillan Street, St. Monica – St. George Parish Newman Center (Old St. Monica School Building) 1st Floor Free Food! The student community gathers every Thursday to enjoy friendship and good (FREE) food. All undergraduate students welcome. Because Welcome Week is so special, dinner this week will be followed by the movie Sandlot - and we'll be making s'mores. Sponsored by St. Monica – St. George Parish Newman Center (Catholic Newman Club) |
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| 6 p.m. | Pizza & Parsha 2718 Digby Avenue, Chabad House Jewish Student Center Pizza! Enjoy freshly baked pizza with your favorite toppings along with fries, salad, drinks and more, all while learning some intriguing insights into the weekly Torah lesson. Sponsored by Chabad House Jewish Student Center |
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| 7-9 p.m. | Belay Certification Clinic Campus Recreation Center, Climbing Wall To belay is the act of tending a climber’s rope to take out slack and secure a fall. The belayer is the person securing the climber. Participants in this instructional program are taught the proper belaying procedures and are held to the same standards as staff at the CRC Climbing Wall. Having the certification allows members to belay for each other without being dependent on CRC staff every time they wish to climb. $15 registration fee. Sponsored by Campus Recreation Center |
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| 7:07-8:30 p.m. | CrossWalk Worship Tangeman University Center, Room 400 B CrossWalk Worship happens every Thursday evening in TUC 400B. At CrossWalk students find a place to belong and a place to believe. This is worship that is fresh and energetic with teaching that feeds the mind and soul. Come if you are interested, come if you are curious. Everyone will be warmly welcomed. Click on www.CollegiateMinistry.com for more info. Sponsored by Collegiate Ministry |
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Friday, September 23
| 9 a.m.-5 p.m. | PNC's Wii Dance Party Tangeman University Center, PNC Branch, Level 3 Free Popcorn! Come in and compete with your friends on Wii Dance Party in the PNC Branch in TUC. The top 5 dancers for the week will receive a $10 Visa gift card. Free Popcorn. Sponsored by PNC Bank |
| 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | "Get Smart"Find your"best fit" Major Tangeman University Center Plaza Stop by for sweet treats and see why the Center for Exploratory Studies is one of the top programs in the country for helping exploratory and undecided students choose majors! Exploratory Advisors will be on hand to help answer your questions. Sponsored by Center for Exploratory Studies |
| 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | "Become a Major Mentor!" Tangeman University Center Plaza Join the Exploratory Studies Team! Sign up to be a major mentor and help undecided students learn more about your program. Stop by to get more information from the advisors from the Center for Exploratory Studies. Sponsored by Center for Exploratory Studies |
| 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | PNC Tabling/Games Campus Recreation Center Plaza and Tangeman University Center Plaza Come Play Corn hole and washers with PNC. Enter to win a free IPOD Nano. Winner drawn on Friday, September 30. Sponsored by PNC Bank |
| 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m. |
UC Rowing Club Info Distribution Schneider Quadrangle This is an opportunity for students to come meet the athletes and coaches of the UC Rowing Team! Information will be handed out to those interested in the sport of rowing. Sponsored by UC Rowing Team |
| 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Painted Prayers McMicken Commons Center We’re in McMicken Commons every day this week, praying and painting – no experience necessary. How to paint your prayer: choose a square on our canvas, write in your prayer (person, place, event, concern, joy, etc.), take a moment of silence, then paint over it. Pray once, pray twice, pray every day – it’s up to you. www.edgehouseministries.org Sponsored by Lutheran & Episcopal Campus Ministries |
| 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | UC Rowing Club Recruitment Campus Recreation Center, Lobby Sponsored by UC Rowing Team |
| 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Counseling Center Information Table Tangeman University Center, MainStreet Express Mart, Level 3 Stop by the Counseling Center table to pick up some useful information and brochures that can help with your transition to college and learn some tips for making the most of your relationships and experiences. Sponsored by Counseling Center |
| 12-1 p.m. | Catholic Mass Tangeman University Center, Room 417 Come and celebrate the Eucharist on campus each week Fridays at noon! Sponsored by St. Monica - St. George Parish Newman Center (Catholic Newman Club) |
| 2-2:50 p.m. | Jump Start Study Abroad Tangeman University Center, Room 427 Food & Prizes! It's never too early to begin planning a study abroad experience! Join us to learn about numerous academic credit bearing opportunities in various countries and how to receive financial assistance. This year we anticipate a significant increase in university funding to help support students make study abroad financially feasible. Learn about this and much more! Returnees will be on hand to share their experiences. We will also play a world trivia game with prizes and food to follow. Sponsored by UC International Programs |
| 5-7 p.m. | Asian Student Welcome Tangeman University Center, Great Hall Asian Student Welcome is a Welcome Week program dedicated to introducing incoming and current undergraduates to the student organizations and services dedicated to celebrating Asian culture. Sponsored by Ethnic Programs and Services (EPS) |
| 5-7 p.m. | Welcome Back Shabbat 2615 Clifton Avenue, Hillel Jewish Student Center Sponsored by Hillel Jewish Student Center |
| 6-7 p.m. | Rowing Team Informational Meeting Tangeman University Center, MainStreet Cinema, Level 2 The University of Cincinnati Rowing Team needs TALL, ATHLETIC, COMPETITIVE athletes for the 2011/2012 season. We want you to be a part of nationally competitive, semi-varsity team of 50 rowers. No experience necessary, ONLY THE DESIRE TO WIN. Informational meeting will provide practice, training and racing schedules, introduction to coaching staff and team, and membership requirements. Pizza served following meeting. Seating is not guaranteed, it is recommended you reserve a space. Please email EricaRoberts@cincyrowing.org to reserve your seat. Sponsored by UC Rowing Team |
| 7 p.m. | Friday Night Shabbat Services & Dinner 2718 Digby Avenue, Chabad House Jewish Student Center Dinner! Welcome Back Everyone!! Celebrate Shabbat at UC! Enjoy a FREE home-cooked delicious meal, including homemade challah, chicken soup, kugels, salads & more! Singing, stories, friendship and a warm atmosphere... in that famous Chabad Farbrengen style! Candle Lighting and traditional services at 7pm, Dinner at 7:45. Come when you can - our door is always open! Vegetarian/vegans welcome - we always try to be ready for your individual needs. Let us know what you need. Reservations appreciated, but never necessary. Call 513-751-2288 or email info@chabadatuc.com. Sponsored by Chabad House Jewish Student Center |
| 7-10 p.m. | Bearcat Live! Campus Green and Sigma Sigma Commons The annual Bearcat Live! Fall concert! Sponsored by Bearcat Live! |
| 8-10 p.m | Theology Throwdown 3007 Clifton Avenue, The Edge House Free Coffee and Pie! It's not as violent as it sounds - we'll have a theme to get the conversation going, but then it's up to you. What's always bothered you? What have you always wondered? When did you start questioning? It's all fair game, so game faces, folks! Free, fair trade, and fabulous coffee and homemade pie. www.edgehouseministries.org Sponsored by Lutheran, Episcopal, and Nazarene/CCO Campus Ministries |
| 10-10:30 p.m | Compline 3007 Clifton Avenue, The Edge House Ancient Christian prayer service for the late evening. We light candles, we say prayers, we sit in silence, we sing. Come and see. www.edgehouseministries.org Sponsored by Lutheran, Episcopal, and Nazaren/CCO Campus Ministries |
| 11:59 p.m.-2 a.m | 11th Annual Free Midnight Pancake Breakfast 2715 Clifton Avenue Free Breakfast! Hungry for some pancakes? Tonight is Clifton Avenue's 11th Annual Pancake Breakfast sponsored by Collegiate Ministry. Last year we served up over five hundred plates of free, steaming hot pancakes at "theHouse" (2715 Clifton Ave.) Tonight at Midnight, look out!! We will begin serving freshly made pancakes complimented with syrup, butter and cups of OJ. Free to all who walk up to our front yard until 2am. What a great night!! Click on www.CollegiateMinistry.com for more info. Sponsored by Collegiate Ministry |
| Anytime | Register to Win FlashDrive@UC Libraries Any of the 10 UC Libraries Visit any of the 10 UC Libraries between September 19th and October 2nd to register to win 1 of 10 free flash drives. (During library hours only) Sponsored by University of Cincinnati Libraries |
Saturday, September 24
| 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m. | Service at St. George Interfaith Food Pantry 108 Calhoun Street, St. George Interfaith Food Pantry The St. George Food Pantry serves the needs of people in poverty in the UC area. Come spend your morning making a difference in people's lives. Call by Friday, September 23rd to RSVP. We will meet in front of Corryville Catholic, 108 Calhoun, right next to Panera Bread Co. Sponsored by St. Monica – St. George Parish Newman Center (Catholic Newman Club) |
| 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | Service Saturday at The Edge 3007 Clifton Avenue, The Edge House Start the year off with a service project as you get a jump on your service hours and help the local community. No experience required. www.edgehouseministries.org Sponsored by Lutheran, Episcopal, and Nazaren/CCO Campus Ministries |
| 11 a.m. | Shabbat Morning Services 2718 Digby Avenue, Chabad House Jewish Student Center Lunch! Traditional Shacharit (Morning Services) accompanied by lessons from the weekly Torah portion. There will be a class in Kabbalah: Jewish Mysticism & Philosophy at 10am. Lunch will be at 1pm. Come on in whenever you can! Sponsored by Chabad House Jewish Student Center |
| 12-4 p.m. | Wesley House (United Methodist) Campus Ministry 2717 Clifton Avenue, Wesley House Free Lunch! Lunch (free) and indoor/outdoor games - volleyball, badminton, video games, cards - at Wesley House (United Methodist) Campus Ministry. Drop by and meet some very interesting people! 2717 Clifton Avenue. More info at www.wesleyuc.org. THE place for thinking people of faith. Sponsored by Wesley House (United Methodist) Campus Ministry |
| 1 p.m. | Shabbat Lunch & Afternoon Hangout 2718 Digby Avenue, Chabad House Jewish Student Center FreeLunch! Delicious & free Shabbat Lunch will be at 1pm. Drop in at any time! From 3-7pm you can hang out at Chabad - relax, read books, play board games, card games, etc. Chabad is your "Jewish Home Away From Home" - open to all, with a real family atmosphere. At 7pm there will be a light dinner and "Ask the Rabbi" session, followed by a Havdallah Service marking the end of Shabbat at 8:15. Sponsored by Chabad House Jewish Student Center |
| Anytime | Register to Win FlashDrive@UC Libraries Any of the 10 UC Libraries Visit any of the 10 UC Libraries between September 19th and October 2nd to register to win 1 of 10 free flash drives. (During library hours only) Sponsored by University of Cincinnati Libraries |
Sunday, September 25
| 2 p.m. | Brunch and Shofar Factory Demonstration 2718 Digby Avenue, Chabad House Jewish Student Center Brunch! Have a late brunch on us and get some hands-on experience in making your very own authentic Shofar for the High Holidays! Call 513-751-2288 or email info@chabadatuc.com. Sponsored by Chabad House Jewish Student Center |
| 4-7 p.m. | AKWAABA: Black Student Welcome Tangeman University Center, Great Hall Every year the Office of Ethnic Rpograms and Services and the African American Cultural & Resource Center welcomes new incoming Black students to the University. The program is designed to be informative, cultural & fun for all who attend. Akwaaba will introduce first-year and returning students to campus services, student organizations, and other resources. The ultimate goal is to keep students connected throughout the academic year to the AACRC and EPS. This is a must-attend event of Welcome Week! Sponsored by African American Cultural and Resource Center (AACRC) |
| 5:30-8 p.m. | Subs and Ice Cream Dinner 328 West McMillan Street, St. Monica – St. George Parish Newman Center Free Food! All are welcome to come to the free subs and ice cream feast! Good food, good times. Sponsored by St. Monica – St. George Parish Newman Center (Catholic Newman Club) |
| 6-7:30 p.m. | NOSH 3007 Clifton Avenue, The Edge House Free Dinner! Join us for homemade dinner and thoughtful worship. We welcome folks of all denominations, faiths, and lack-of-faiths. Anyone play percussion? The Meal is free, of course. www.edgehouseministries.org Sponsored by Lutheran Campus Ministry |
| 6-7:30 p.m. | Wesley House (United Methodist) Campus Ministry 2717 Clifton Avenue, Wesley House Free Dinner! Worship at Wesley House (United Methodist) Campus Ministry. Free dinner follows. 2717 Clifton Avenue. More info at www.wesleyuc.org. THE place for thinking people of faith. Sponsored by Wesley House (United Methodist) Campus Ministry |
| 6-8 p.m. | Schmooze and Cruise 2615 Clifton Avenue, Hillel Jewish Student Center Free Tacos! Sponsored by Hillel Jewish Student Center |
| 7:30-9 p.m. | Catholic Faith Community 328 West McMillan Street, St. Monica – St. George Parish Newman Center How do you make a giant university feel like home? By getting to know other students right off the bat. This is the first of five Sundays when we'll gather with other new students for casual conversation in small groups. All first year and new students welcome. Meet new friends the easy way and feel comfortable in a new place! Sponsored by St. Monica – St. George Parish Newman Center (Catholic Newman Club) |
| Anytime | Register to Win FlashDrive@UC Libraries Any of the 10 UC Libraries Visit any of the 10 UC Libraries between September 19th and October 2nd to register to win 1 of 10 free flash drives. (During library hours only) Sponsored by University of Cincinnati Libraries |
UC Upcoming Events
| 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | Monday, September 26 - Friday, September 30, 2011 PNC Tabling/Games Campus Recreation Center Plaza and Tangeman University Center Plaza Come Play Corn hole and washers with PNC. Enter to win a free IPOD Nano. Winner drawn on Friday, September 30. Sponsored by PNC Bank |
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| 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Monday, September 26 - Friday, September 30, 2011 7th Annual Skellerpalooza Tangeman University Center, Catskeller Game Room, Level 1 Come and explore the Catskeller during Welcome Week. From 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., the Catskeller will offer a variety of free activities including live music, pool, games, and food. Sponsored by Catskeller & MainStreet Operations |
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| 1-3 p.m. | Monday, September 26, 2011 Cafe Chabad Meet & Greet Steger Student Life Center, 6th Floor Lounge Free Food! Learn about the Jewish-themed activities and opportunities on campus. Have all of your questions answered about Jewish life at UC! Kosher pizza, fries, salad and drinks will be served. Don't forget to get your free T-shirt! Sponsored by Chabad House Jewish Student Center |
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| Anytime | Monday, September 26 - Sunday, October 2, 2011 Register to Win FlashDrive@UC Libraries Any of the 10 UC Libraries Visit any of the 10 UC Libraries between September 19th and October 2nd to register to win 1 of 10 free flash drives. (During library hours only) Sponsored by University of Cincinnati Libraries |
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| 1-2 p.m. | Tuesday, September 27, 2011 How to Go Greek! Info Session Tangeman University Center, MainStreet Cinema, Level 2 Information session about the fraternity and sorority community at the University of Cincinnati and How to Go Greek! Students will learn about fraternities and sororities, how to sign up for recruitment, info sessions specific to fraternity or sorority recruitment, and other Fraternity and Sorority Life programs and events. Sponsored by Fraternity & Sorority Life |
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| 7:45 p.m. | Tuesday, September 27, 2011 Rosh Hashana Services & Dinner 2718 Digby Avenue, Chabad House Jewish Student Center Free Food! Start the Jewish New Year in a meaningful way - join us at Chabad for prayer services followed by a scrumptious, home-made holiday meal! All are welcome - please drop in at any time. It's free! Reservations are NOT necessary (but are appreciated)! See more info at www.chabadatuc.com. Sponsored by Chabad House Jewish Student Center |
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| 10:30 a.m. | Wednesday, September 28, 2011 Rosh Hashana Morning Services; Shofar Sounding; Lunch 2718 Digby Avenue, Chabad House Jewish Student Center Free Food! Traditional prayers with Sounding the Shofar at 12:30pm. Lunch will begin at about 1:30pm. Come whenever you can! Vegetarian or have other special needs? Let us know in advance - 513-751-2288. Sponsored by Chabad House Jewish Student Center |
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| 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Wednesday, September 28, 2011 Student Life Welcome Steger Student Life Center Free Food & Give-a-ways! Are you interested in getting involved at UC and don't know how? Come learn the KEYS TO A SUCCESSFUL YEAR at the Student Life Open House. Meet a variety of offices that supports students and student engagement, including Student Activities & Leadership Development, the Women's Center, the Student Wellness Center, Ethnic Programs & Services, University Judicial Affairs, Residence Education & Development, and much more! Live entertainment from Bearcat Bands and Bearcast Radio. Free food & give-a-ways! Sponsored by Student Life |
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| 4 p.m. | Wednesday, September 28, 2011 Tashlich at Burnett Woods Depart from 2718 Digby Avenue, Chabad House Jewish Student Center Take a walk to the nearby park for this fun symbolic tradition of throwing away our sins and receiving G-d's blessings. Have questions? info@chabadatuc.com or Facebook: Yitzchak Creeger - and ask away! Sponsored by Chabad House Jewish Student Center |
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| 5:45-6:30 p.m. | Wednesday, September 28, 2011 Shofar Blowing at the Residence Halls Meet at the Residence Hall main entrance Come hear the Shofar sounds, and get your special, sweet holiday honey packages. Stop by Calhoun and Siddall at 5:45pm, or by Daniels at 6:30pm. Sponsored by Chabad House Jewish Student Center |
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| 6-7 p.m. | Wednesday, September 28, 2011 How to Go Greek! Info Session Tangeman University Center, Room 400B Information session about the fraternity and sorority community at the University of Cincinnati and How to Go Greek! Students will learn about fraternities and sororities, how to sign up for recruitment, info sessions specific to fraternity or sorority recruitment, and other Fraternity and Sorority Life programs and events. Sponsored by Fraternity & Sorority Life |
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| 8 p.m. | Wednesday, September 28, 2011 Rosh Hashana Evening Services & Dinner 2718 Digby Avenue, Chabad House Jewish Student Center Free Food! Traditional and meaningful evening prayers and a delicious home-made meal - all kosher, all free! Reservations NOT necesssary (but are appreciated)! Sponsored by Chabad House Jewish Student Center |
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| 3:30-6 a.m. | Thursday, September 29, 2011 Breakfast Brigade 328 West McMillan Street, St. Monica – St. George Parish Newman Center (Old St. Monica School building), 1st Floor Every Thursday morning students gather to make a hot, fesh breakfast for day labor workers downtown. Join us as we make and break bread for and with our brothers and sisters as they struggle to earn a living. Sponsored by St. Monica - St. George Parish Newman Center (Catholic Newman Club) |
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| 10:30 a.m. | Thursday, September 29, 2011 Rosh Hashana Morning Services; Shofar Sounding; Lunch 2718 Digby Avenue, Chabad House Jewish Student Center Free Food! Traditional prayers with Sounding the Shofar at 12:30pm. Lunch will begin at about 1:30pm. Come whenever you can! Vegetarian or have other special needs? Let us know in advance and we'll help you out - 513-751-2288. Sponsored by Chabad House Jewish Student Center |
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| 1-2 p.m. | Thursday, September 29, 2011 Catholic Bible Study Tangeman University Center, Room 403 Each week we will read and study the next Sunday's Gospel reading to gain a deeper understanding of the Word. We will study the text through a socio-historical lens to glean what the Gospel writers were trying to say to their communities and how the message of the Gospel relates to us today. Sponsored by St. Monica - St. George Parish Newman Center (Catholic Newman Club) |
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| 5:45-6:30 p.m. | Thursday, September 29, 2011 Shofar Blowing at the Residence Halls Meet at the Residence Hall main entrance Come hear the Shofar sounds, and get your special, sweet holiday honey packages. Stop by Calhoun and Siddall at 5:45pm, or by Daniels at 6:30pm. Sponsored by Chabad House Jewish Student Center |
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| 6-7 p.m. | Thursday, September 29, 2011 Fraternity Recruitment Info Session Tangeman University Center, MainStreet Cinema, Level 2 These will be two back-to-back information sessions: the first specific to fraternity recruitment, the second specific to sorority recruitment. Each session will last approximately 1 hour. Students specifically intersted in either fraternity/sorority recruitment, and learning more about the process, should attend these sessions. Sponsored by Fraternity & Sorority Life |
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| 7-8 p.m. | Thursday, September 29, 2011 Sorority Recruitment Info Session Tangeman University Center, MainStreet Cinema, Level 2 These will be two back-to-back information sessions: the first specific to fraternity recruitment, the second specific to sorority recruitment. Each session will last approximately 1 hour. Students specifically intersted in either fraternity/sorority recruitment, and learning more about the process, should attend these sessions. Sponsored by Fraternity & Sorority Life |
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| 12-1 p.m. | Friday, September 30, 2011 Catholic Mass Tangeman University Center, Room 417 Come and celebrate the Eucharist on campus each week on Fridays at noon! Sponsored by St. Monica - St. George Parish Newman Center (Catholic Newman Club) |
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| 5:30-9 p.m. | Sunday, October 2, 2011 First year Student Dinner 328 West McMillan Street, St. Monica – St. George Parish Newman Center (Old St. Monica School building), 1st Floor Exclusively for first year and new students, this free dinner is a chance to meet other new people. Make new friends the easy way! We're a place to belong (and we're good cooks too). Sponsored by St. Monica - St. George Parish Newman Center (Catholic Newman Club) |
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| 6-7:30 p.m. | Sunday, October 2, 2011 Wesley House (United Methodist) Campus Ministry 2717 Clifton Avenue, Wesley House Free Dinner! Every Sunday that school is in session: Worship at Wesley House (United Methodist) Campus Ministry. Free dinner follows. 2717 Clifton Avenue. More info at www.wesleyuc.org. THE place for thinking people of faith. Sponsored by Wesley House (United Methodist) Campus Ministry |
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| October 8-9, 2011 Camp BearCats YMCA Camp Kern We are looking for rising leaders to participate in Camp Bearcat, a Leadership Institute for first year students. This leadership opportunity focuses on four pillars: Connections, Academics, Traditions, and Service and serves to assist first-year students with acclimating to campus, understanding the importance of co-curricular involvment and instilling UC pride and tradition. At the Institute you will: Connect with Upperclassmen, Network with Fellow First year Students and Upperclassmen, Listen to Dynamic Speakers, and Participate in Enriching Leadership Development Activities. To register online visit www.uc.edu/sald/leadership. Sponsored by Student Activities and Leadership Development & Omicron Delta Kappa |
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| October 13-15, 2011 African American Alumni Reunion For more information and a complete event schedule visit www.uc.edu/alumni/connect/events/reunions/aaareunion.html. |
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| Friday, October 14, 2011 Homecoming 2011 For more specific event information on the University of Cincinnati Homecoming visit www.uc.edu/alumni/connect/events/reunions/homecoming.html. |
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| October 14-16, 2011 Parents Weekend For more information on Parents Weekend please visit www.uc.edu/parents/parents_weekend.html. Sponsored by UC Parents Association |