GCU New Student Orientation RSVP
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Welcome to the RSVP page for Welcome Week 2011! We are so excited for you to get here as we kick off the 2011/2012 school year. Some events during Welcome Week are mandatory and others are just for your enjoyment, however it is highly recommended that you attend all of the events. If you have any questions or concerns about Welcome Week please feel free to contact us:

John-Paul Reiger
Phone: 602-639-6892
Email: John-Paul.Reiger@gcu.edu

Sarah Ashley
Phone: 602-639-6127
Email: Sarah.Ashley@gcu.edu

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    

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8/25/2011

Move-in Day

Move-In Group 1 (Hegel Hall and North Rim Apartments)

*This move in time is only for residents moving into Hegel Hall and the North Rim Apartments. Please make sure that you attend the correct move in time for your respective living community.

Start Date/Time: 08/25/2011 07:00 AM
End Date/Time: 08/25/2011 12:00 PM


Lunch (Quad)

*Students will be able to use their ID cards to swipe for their meal and will be given 2 complimentary tickets per meal for family members.

*Additional tickets may be purchased in the Student Union prior to every meal.

Start Date/Time: 08/25/2011 11:30 AM
End Date/Time: 08/25/2011 01:00 PM


Move-In Group 2 (Canyon and Prescott Halls)

*This move in time is only for residents moving Canyon and Prescott Halls. Please make sure that you attend the correct move in time for your respective resident community.

Start Date/Time: 08/25/2011 12:00 PM
End Date/Time: 08/25/2011 05:00 PM


Commuter Student Check-In (Arena)

*Make sure to check-in to get your meal tickets and other important information.

*Commuter students are also required to attend all activities, beginning with dinner on Day 1, August 25th.

Start Date/Time: 08/25/2011 04:30 PM
End Date/Time: 08/25/2011 06:00 PM


Dinner (Quad)

*Students will be able to use their ID cards to swipe for their meal and will be given 2 complimentary tickets per meal for family members.

*Additional tickets may be purchased in the Student Union prior to every meal.

Start Date/Time: 08/25/2011 04:30 PM
End Date/Time: 08/25/2011 06:30 PM


University Convocation (Arena)

*You don't want to miss this! Convocation is a service where the entire G.C.U. community comes together to kick off the new year.

Start Date/Time: 08/25/2011 07:00 PM


Ice Cream Social:  Parents and Students (Quad)

*Immediately following Convocation, parents and students will join together on the Quad for ice cream, before saying goodbye for the evening.

Start Date/Time: 08/25/2011 08:30 PM


All Campus Residence Meeting (South Gym) **Mandatory**

*This is a mandatory meeting for all campus residents.

*Come to this meeting dressed for Canyon Clash.

Start Date/Time: 08/25/2011 09:30 PM


Student Event:  Canyon Clash (Mariposa Lawn)

*Come dressed in your most clashy outfit possible.

*Commuter students meet on Mariposa Lawn.

 

Start Date/Time: 08/25/2011 10:30 PM


8/26/2011

Friday, August 26th

Breakfast (Quad)

*Students will be able to use their ID cards to swipe for their meal and will be given 2 complimentary tickets per meal for family members.

*Additional tickets may be purchased in the Student Union prior to every meal.

Start Date/Time: 08/26/2011 08:00 AM
End Date/Time: 08/26/2011 10:00 AM


Parent Orientation (Arena)

*This is an opportunity for parents to see how their student can get involved and have the best experience possible here at G.C.U. Come find out about student resources, campus safety, facilities and usage, and much more!

Start Date/Time: 08/26/2011 10:00 AM
End Date/Time: 08/26/2011 12:00 PM


New Student Orientation (South Gym)

*Commuter and residential students required to come.

*As a student it is important to find out how to best utilize all that is offered at G.C.U. It is our desire that you have a great experience and the information here will help you do that.

Start Date/Time: 08/26/2011 10:00 AM
End Date/Time: 08/26/2011 12:00 PM


Lunch (Quad)

*Students will be able to use their ID cards to swipe for their meal and will be given 2 complimentary tickets per meal for family members.

*Additional tickets may be purchased in the Student Union prior to every meal.

Start Date/Time: 08/26/2011 12:00 PM
End Date/Time: 08/26/2011 02:00 PM


Break

* Use this time to see your AC/FC, finish moving in, go shopping for last minute items.

Start Date/Time: 08/26/2011 02:00 PM
End Date/Time: 08/26/2011 03:30 PM


Meet the Deans (Locations TBA)

*This is a great opportunity to meet the Deans of your respective colleges. Come hear their visions and find out how to be successful in your program.

Start Date/Time: 08/26/2011 03:30 PM
End Date/Time: 08/26/2011 05:00 PM


Dinner (Quad)

*Students will be able to use their ID cards to swipe for their meal and will be given 2 complimentary tickets per meal for family members.

*Additional tickets may be purchased in the Student Union prior to every meal.

Start Date/Time: 08/26/2011 05:00 PM
End Date/Time: 08/26/2011 06:00 PM


Family Event:  Diamondbacks Game - Faith and Family Night

  • This will include the Diamondbacks vs. Padres game and a concert to follow.
  • Each family will have the opportunity to have 3 tickets.
  • Additional tickets will be available for purchase upon your arrive at G.C.U. (Cost TBA)
  • You will need to provide your own transportation to the game.
  • Make sure you wear a purple t-shirt to represent G.C.U.!
Start Date/Time: 08/26/2011 06:40 PM
End Date/Time: 08/26/2011 09:00 PM


8/27/2011

Saturday, August 27th

Breakfast (Quad)

*Students will be able to use their ID cards to swipe for their meal and will be given 2 complimentary tickets per meal for family members.

*Additional tickets may be purchased in the Student Union prior to every meal.

Start Date/Time: 08/27/2011 08:00 AM
End Date/Time: 08/27/2011 10:00 AM


Spiritual Life Open House (Spiritual Life Office:  Student Union)

*Come meet the campus Pastor and staff and find out what's happening in Spiritual Life on campus.

Start Date/Time: 08/27/2011 10:00 AM
End Date/Time: 08/27/2011 12:00 PM


Farwell Lunch:  Parents it's time to say goodbye (Quad)

*Students will be able to use their ID cards to swipe for their meal and will be given 2 complimentary tickets per meal for family members.

*Additional tickets may be purchased in the Student Union prior to every meal.

Start Date/Time: 08/27/2011 12:00 PM
End Date/Time: 08/27/2011 02:00 PM


Student Event:  Crazy Canyon Cool Down and Dinner

*Meet on your hall at 5:30pm.

*Commuter students meet in the Student Union at 5:30pm.

Start Date/Time: 08/27/2011 05:30 PM
End Date/Time: 08/27/2011 08:00 PM


GCU Women's Soccer Game (Soccer field)

*Come cheer on the girls soccer team!

Start Date/Time: 08/27/2011 08:00 PM


8/28/2011

Sunday, August 28th

Interested in a local church? Meet on the SLAB.

Start Date/Time: 08/28/2011 09:00 AM
End Date/Time: 08/28/2011 10:00 AM


8/29/2011

Monday, August 29th

First Chapel (Arena)

Start Date/Time: 08/29/2011 11:00 AM


Fitness Chaos (Rec Center)

*Come check out the Rec Center and all it has to offer. Come dressed to try out some of the Aerobics Classes!

Start Date/Time: 08/29/2011 03:00 PM
End Date/Time: 08/29/2011 05:00 PM


Student Event (Meet on your floor)

Start Date/Time: 08/29/2011 08:00 PM


8/30/2011

Tuesday, August 30th

The Gathering:  A worship experience for young adults (Arena)

Start Date/Time: 08/30/2011 08:00 PM
End Date/Time: 08/30/2011 09:30 PM


Capture the 'Lope (Right after The Gathering; meet on the Quad)

*Come ready to play a campus-wide game of capture the flag!

Start Date/Time: 08/30/2011 09:30 PM


8/31/2011

Wednesday, August 31st

Student Event:  University Fair (South Gym)

*The University Fair is an opportunity for you to see various outside businesses close to the University, get free stuff, and to see all the student organizations, clubs, and student ministries that G.C.U. has to offer.

Start Date/Time: 08/31/2011 05:30 PM
End Date/Time: 08/31/2011 08:00 PM


9/1/2011

Thursday, September 1st

Student Event:  Walk-in Movie (Quad)

*Come enjoy popcorn and candy as you watch a movie on the Quad. Bring your blanket or towel to lounge on.

Start Date/Time: 09/01/2011 08:30 PM
End Date/Time: 09/01/2011 10:30 PM


9/2/2011

Friday, September 2nd

Student Event:  Pool Party Luau, Karaoke, and Dinner (Pool & Canyon Cafe)

*Come dressed in your hawaiin gear and get ready to sing!

Start Date/Time: 09/02/2011 05:00 PM
End Date/Time: 09/02/2011 07:00 PM


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You Can't Take it With You (Ethington Theatre)

Start Date/Time: 09/02/2011 07:30 PM
End Date/Time: 09/02/2011 09:00 PM


GCU Men's Soccer Game (Soccer Field)

*Come cheer on the Men's soccer team!

Start Date/Time: 09/02/2011 08:00 PM


9/3/2011

Saturday, September 3rd

You Can't Take it With You  (Ethington Theatre)

Start Date/Time: 09/03/2011 07:30 PM


9/4/2011

Sunday, September 4th

You Can't Take it With You  (Ethington Theatre)

Start Date/Time: 09/04/2011 02:00 PM


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