Orientation & New Student Programs

Summer Transition Series

Pre-Orientation

Orientation

Duke Summer Reading

Orientation Welcome Week

Orientation Welcome Week is designed to help you begin your transition and acclimation into the Duke community. A host of events that will allow you become acquainted with campus and meet the people that you will be living with for the next four years have been planned for your first week on campus. Make the most of Orientation and begin the foundation for a successful Duke undergraduate experience.

Tuesday, August 21, 2007

9:00-11:00am & 1:00-3:00pm	Move-in! Report directly to your assigned residence hall. First-Year Advisory Counselors (FACs) and Resident Assistants (RAs) will be on hand to assist you and answer questions. Specific times for each residence hall will be announced with your room assignment*
9:00am-5:00pm	DukeCard, Parking Permits & Mailbox Keys A printed copy of the orientation schedule will also be included in this move-in packet. Upper East Side, Marketplace, East Campus* Bank Representatives Representatives from local banks (Bank of America, Wachovia & SunTrust) will be on hand to help you set up an account. Crowell Building, Lower Level, East Campus DukeCard Make-Up Photos If you did not receive your DukeCard in the move-in packet, please come by to have one made. Location TBA, East Campus* Office of Information Technology OIT will be available to provide computer networking software and cable television services. Marketplace, East Campus
9:00am-7:00pm	Blue Devil Delivery Service Stop by to pick up preordered textbooks, computers, or linens. Lilly Library, East Campus (textbooks & computers) 135 & 136 Carr Building, East Campus (linens)
3:00-3:45pm & 5:30-6:15pm	The Tradition Continues The University Archivist presents an entertaining look at the history and traditions of Duke that will make the Class of 2011 part of a proud tradition. Richard White Lecture Hall, East Campus
4:00-7:00pm	A Taste of Duke Take a break from unpacking to join your classmates for a southern style dinner. East Campus Gazebo Lawn
7:30-10:00pm	House & Floor Meetings In your residence hall commons room*
10:00pm	Class of 2011 Welcome Main Quad, East Campus*

Wednesday, August 22, 2007

9:30-10:30am	Financial Aid & Student Employment Workshop All students receiving financial aid must attend this program. Page Auditorium, West Campus
11:00am-Noon	New Student Convocation President Richard Brodhead welcomes new students and celebrates the beginning of a new academic year. Please be sure to arrive early as the procession will begin promptly. Duke Chapel, West Campus*
12:15-1:15pm	President's Reception President Brodhead celebrates the Class of 2011 with an informal lunch for new students and their families. In case of rain, lunch may be picked up in the Great Hall. Chapel Quad, West Campus
1:00-3:00pm	Departmental Resource Fair Stop by to speak with campus staff about the resources available to first-year students. West Campus Plaza
2:00-3:00pm	Pratt School of Engineering Assembly All school of engineering students will meet with the Pratt deans. Griffith Film Theater, Bryan Center, West Campus*
2:00-3:00pm	Trinity College Group Advising Meetings Meet with your academic advisor in a small group setting to discuss academic life at Duke and sign up for your individual advising appointment. Your advisor's name and group meeting location was mailed to you in August*
3:00-4:30pm	Religious Life Open House Learn about Duke's many religious and spiritually based opportunities for students interested in exploring, learning, and growing in their faith. Sheafer Mall, Bryan Center, West Campus
4:30-6:00pm	African and African American Student and Parent Reception Students and families of African descent are invited to meet members of the university and Durham communities. Griffith Film Theater, Bryan Center, West Campus (Reception to follow in Von Canon Hall)
7:30pm	FAC-TRAC I East Campus Residence Halls*
8:00pm	Class Photo Spell out (literally!) 2011 on Duke's East Campus for this amazing tradition. East Campus Quad*
9:00pm	DUI (Duke University Improv) DUI is Duke's premiere improv comedy troupe. Don't miss your first chance to see them. Baldwin Auditorium, East Campus
10:00pm	East Campus Concert East Campus Quad

Thursday, August 23, 2007

	Trinity Student Advising Trinity College pre-major advisors will review your fall schedule with you and help make any necessary course schedule changes. Time/location of this meeting will be determined at your group meeting with your advisor* Pratt Student Advising Pratt School of Engineering advisors will review your fall schedule with you and help you make any necessary course schedule changes. Time/location of this meeting will be emailed to you*
10:00am-Noon	Duke Summer Reading Residents of Alspaugh, Aycock, Bassett, Bell Tower, Blackwell, Giles and Southgate will participate in a screening of the documentary "An Unlikely Friendship" including a visit from Ann Atwater before discussing The Best of Enemies* in a small group setting. Baldwin Auditorium, East Campus Residents of Brown, Epworth, Gilbert-Addoms, Jarvis, Pegram, Randolph and Wilson will participate in a walking tour of Duke's surrounding neighborhoods featured in The Best of Enemies with their FAC. Meet in front of the Marketplace, East Campus
Noon-2:00pm	Focus Luncheon Join the Focus program for lunch! Meet your faculty and fellow Focus students at this fun, casual event. Brodie Recreational Center, East Campus Lunch with your RA If you're not in Focus, join your RA and hallmates for lunch.
2:00-4:00pm	Duke Summer Reading Residents of Brown, Epworth, Gilbert-Addoms, Jarvis, Pegram, Randolph and Wilson will participate in a screening of the documentary "An Unlikely Friendship" including a visit from Ann Atwater before discussing The Best of Enemies* in a small group setting. Baldwin Auditorium, East Campus Residents of Alspaugh, Aycock, Bassett, Bell Tower, Blackwell, Giles and Southgate will participate in a walking tour of Duke's surrounding neighborhoods featured in The Best of Enemies with their FAC. Meet in front of the Marketplace, East Campus
5:00-10:00pm	A Night on the Town Head downtown for dinner, music, and your first Durham Bulls baseball game. The game starts at 7pm, but the fun begins well before the first pitch! Buses will depart beginning at 5pm from the east campus bus stop
10:00pm	Hoof 'n' Horn East Duke Building, East Campus East Campus Activities East Campus

Friday, August 24, 2007

9:00-10:00am	Academic Exploration Programs Come to one or several of these sessions to learn about how to take advantage of Duke's great resources. (The following sessions are also offered this afternoon...pick the one that best fits your schedule) Education & Careers: The Complete Duke Experience Location TBA, West Campus Study Abroad Opportunities Location TBA, West Campus Pre-Law Assembly Location TBA, West Campus Pre-Business Assembly Location TBA, West Campus Medical Professions Assembly Location TBA, West Campus Pre-Graduate School Information Session Location TBA, West Campus
10:00am-Noon	The Real Deal Residents of Brown, Epworth, Gilbert-Addoms, Jarvis, Pegram, Randolph, Wilson* Join staff and upperclass students for this series of monologues, skits, and conversations that will help you make responsible social decisions at Duke. Reynolds Theater, Bryan Center, West Campus
Noon-2:00pm	A Taste of Culture Luncheon Familiarize yourself with the many cultural organizations that comprise Duke. Wilson Recreational Center, West Campus
2:00-4:00pm	The Real Deal Residents of Alspaugh, Aycock, Bassett, Bell Tower, Blackwell, Giles, Southgate* Join staff and upperclass students for this series of monologues, skits, and conversations that will help you make responsible social decisions at Duke. Reynolds Theater, Bryan Center, West Campus
4:00-5:00pm	Academic Exploration Programs Come to one or several of these sessions to learn about how to take advantage of Duke's great resources. (The following sessions are also offered this morning...pick the one that best fits your schedule) Education & Careers: The Complete Duke Experience Location TBA, West Campus Study Abroad Opportunities Location TBA, West Campus Pre-Law Assembly Location TBA, West Campus Pre-Business Assembly Location TBA, West Campus Medical Professions Assembly Location TBA, West Campus Pre-Graduate School Information Session Location TBA, West Campus
6:00pm	Dinner with your FAC Your FAC will arrange a place to meet*
9:00pm	A Night at the Nasher Dress to impress at Duke's renowned art museum for a night of fun and socializing. Nasher Museum of Art, Central Campus (buses will depart from east campus)
11:00pm	Hip Hop Party Marketplace, East Campus

Saturday, August 25, 2007

9:00am-Noon	Open Advising Hours Academic Advising Center, East Campus
10:00am	Into the City This program provides an opportunity to learn about Durham through service projects, themed tours, and an opening welcome from Mayor Bell and President Brodhead. If you are interested in participating in a service project, sign-up with your Head FACs during your opening house meeting. Registration for themed tours can be completed online (site will be posted here when available). Meet in front of Baldwin Auditorium, East Campus
Noon-1:30pm	Africana Mentoring Program (AMP) Luncheon Von Canon Rooms, Bryan Center, West Campus
2:00-3:00pm	DukeEngage Information Session Location TBA, East Campus
3:00-4:00pm	Concurrent Sessions Duke's Coastal Campus The Duke University Marine Lab in Beaufort, NC is a great place for all majors to take courses that fulfill major or science requirements. Location TBA, East Campus Duke in NY Information Session Location TBA, East Campus Cracking the Code A humorous look at everything you need to know to uphold the Duke Community Standard. Everyone who attends will receive a free t-shirt! Location TBA, East Campus
4:00-5:30pm	Music Ensembles Information Meeting Room 019 Biddle, East Campus
5:30pm	FAC-TRAC II East Campus Residence Halls*
6:00-8:00pm	Picnic Dinner The Class of 2011 directory will be distributed to all first-year students with a valid DukeCard. Location TBA. East Campus
9:00pm	A Latesummer Night's Dream Party All Duke students come together for the first party of the year. Comfortable attire is suggested. Duke Gardens, Central Campus
11:00pm	Lambda Jam West Campus Quad

Sunday, August 26, 2007

11:00am-Noon	University Worship Service The Rev. Sam Wells will preach the first service of the academic year. Duke Chapel, West Campus
Noon-2:00pm	Open Advising Hours Academic Advising Center, East Campus
2:00pm	FAC Tours Follow your FAC for this tour of campus, including how to find your Monday classes. Your FAC will arrange a location for your group to meet*
4:00pm	Dr. Maya Angelou Dr. Angelou captivates audiences world-wide with her vigor, intensity, perception, and legendary wisdom. Be sure to arrive early to get a good seat! Duke Chapel, West Campus
8:00pm	Tuning Up! A Cappella Concert Duke's eight a cappella groups perform an amazing concert you won't want to miss. Page Auditorium, West Campus