PLEASE NOTE : This web page can be best viewed with Internet explorer V 5.0 or later. If viewed with Mozilla Firefox, the font size and line spacings might appear distorted. Welcome Week Fall 2008 Before Classes Begin Wednesday, August 20, 2008 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM University of Illinois Alumni Association & Campus Housing - Move-in and Chill out! Welcome to UIC! On this memorable day, your alumni association will be hosting a table with ice water and snacks to keep you energized! This program is co-sponsored by Campus Housing. Student Center East, Atrium (312) 413-0398, or email asedbe1@uic.edu
8:30 AM Residence Halls Open to Freshman Students.
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8:00 AM Office of International Services - Fall 2008 New International Student Orientation Orientation for all new and transfer international students beginning their study at UIC in the Summer 2008 and Fall 2008 semesters.Registration is required and begins at 8:00 AM. Event begins at 9:00 AM Illinois Room, Student Center East (312) 996-3121, OIS@uic.edu
7:00 PM ACCESS: Ultimate BBQ ACCESS is a Christian ministry that serves to provide a community of faith. Join us for an evening of free food, ultimate frisbee and meeting other UIC students. Location TBD - For location and additional information, please contact Sandy Kim, sandralkim@gmail.com
[Top] ____________________________________________________________ Friday, August 22, 2008 8:30 AM - 1:30 PM Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) / Business Mock Interview Workshop This event is for graduating students. Prior registration is required for this event. You will have the opportunity to have a practice interview with a company recruiter, learn how to use UICcareers.com to identify and sign up for interviews for full time jobs that begin after graduation, and participate in several job search workshop. To register for the event or for more information, contact the Office of Career Services (312) 996-2300 Student Center East (SCE), Cardinal Room
[Top] ____________________________________________________________ Sunday, August 24, 2008 10:00 AM Residence Halls Open to Returning Students. 3:00 PM 3rd Annual UIC Convocation The UIC Convocation is a ceremony to honor and welcome new freshmen and transfer students and their families to the University. This event marks the official beginning of a student’s entry into the UIC academic community. All freshman students are expected to attend this event. RSVP by August 15. UIC Pavilion, 525 S. Racine www.vcsa.uic.edu Immediately Following UIC Convocation Chancellor’s New Student Welcome Block Party Join Mascot Sparky D. Dragon as he leads the procession of new students and parents from the Pavilion to the Block party. Music, games, prizes, dinner, and more will highlight the evening. Directly Across from the UIC Pavilion, Lot 1A 1109 W. Harrison St. Campus Programs, (312) 413-5070 Immediately Following UIC Convocation 4:00 PM Levine Hillel’s Students and Families Welcome Reception Take a tour of the Hillel building, meet the staff, and meet some students! Levine Hillel Jewish Student Center, 924 S. Morgan St (corner of Morgan and Taylor) (312) 357-6923, Ruth Schachter- ruthschachter@juf.org, www.uichillel.com
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Agape House Open House
Come and see Agape House’s home on South Campus! Find out who we are and what we are planning this year. Agape House
is a Christian ministry rooted in the Protestant tradition t
hat welcomes all people to explore faith with us.
We’ll have snacks and dinner at 7 PM! 809 W. Roosevelt (Roosevelt and Halsted) 2nd floor (312) 330-6125, Richard Williams, Campus Minister, rwilli30@uic.edu ,www.agape-uic.org [Top]
____________________________________________________________ Monday, August 25, 2008 Music Ensemble Auditions Music Ensembles are open to all members of the University Community, for course credit. Audition for: University Choir, Chamber Choir, Women’s Choral Ensemble, Concert Band, Pep Band, Jazz Ensemble For more information and to schedule your audition appointment,call (312) 996-2977 7:30 AM – 2:00 PM Orientation Welcome Tables Find information about upcoming events and maps to help you get around campus. Outside the Lecture Center Plaza (Quad) between Lecture Centers C & D Outside between Jefferson Hall and Commons West Outside the Science and Engineering South Building (312) 996-3271 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Information Centers Get information to help you navigate the campus and locate helpful resources. 1st Floor of Student Services Building (SSB) 1st Floor of East Concourse of UIC Student Center East 1st Floor of UIC Student Center West in Student Residence Hall (SRH) (312) 996-5000
8:30 AM – 4:30 PM Service Centers Purchase commuter bus tickets, stamps, CTA passes, movie passes and more! 2nd Floor lobby in UIC Student Center East (312) 413-5100 1st Floor lobby in UIC Student Center West (312) 413-5200 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM University of Illinois Alumni Association - Open House Welcome to UIC! To celebrate your first semester, we invite you to stop by and learn about all the amazing resources your Alumni Association has to offer. During your visit, enter a raffle, grab some refreshments and ask about the Student Alumni League. Student Center East, Suite 520 (312) 413-0398, asedbe1@uic.edu
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM “Now Shmear This”: Bagel Brunch at Hillel Join us for bagels and cream cheese, juice, and coffee. Come and introduce yourself, and meet new friends! EVERYONE IS WELCOME! Free event. Levine Hillel Jewish Student Center 924 S. Morgan St. (Corner of Morgan and Taylor) (312) 357-6923, Ruth Schachter- ruthschachter@juf.org , www.uichillel.com
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Women's Club Soccer Informational Meeting & Practice Any women interested in playing intramural soccer this fall needs to attend the informative meeting/practice. Please bring your soccer gear and be ready to play. A schedule for the season will be passed out and we will discuss what the team is about. For more information, please contact Holly Frazzini at (708) 638-1563 or email at hfrazz2@uic.edu. Intramural Soccer Fields (South Morgan St. and West 14th Place) [Top]
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Tuesday, August 26, 2008 Music Ensemble Auditions Music Ensembles are open to all members of the University Community, for course credit. Audition for: University Choir, Chamber Choir, Women’s Choral Ensemble, Concert Band,Pep Band, Jazz Ensemble For more information and to schedule your audition appointment, call (312) 996-2977
7:30 AM – 2:00 PM Orientation Welcome Tables Find information about upcoming events and maps to help you get around campus. Outside the Lecture Center Plaza (Quad) between Lecture Centers C & D Outside between Jefferson Hall and Commons West Outside the Science and Engineering South Building Building (312) 996-3271
8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Information Centers Get information to help you get around campus and locate helpful resources 1st Floor of Student Services Building (SSB) 1st Floor of East Concourse of UIC Student Center East 1st Floor of UIC Student Center West in Student Residence Hall (SRH) (312) 996-5000
8:30 AM – 4:30 PM Service Centers Purchase commuter bus tickets, stamps, CTA passes, movie passes and more! 2nd Floor lobby in UIC Student Center East (312) 413-5100 1st Floor lobby in UIC Student Center West (312) 413-5200
8:30 AM – 5:00 PM University of Illinois Alumni Association - Open House
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