Purpose:
To orient new students to North Carolina Wesleyan College and the Rocky Mount
community by providing a weekend of relationship building, social, and
academic preparation activities.
Goals:
To make the transition from high school to college easier by educating
students on the differences of the environments, and informing them of the
expected behaviors of a college student.
To familiarize students with the resources available at North Carolina
Wesleyan College.
To introduce the students to the resources and activities available in the
Rocky Mount community.
To provide activities to promote the development of the skills essential
for a successful college career.
To provide increased exposure to and interaction with staff, faculty and
other students.
Dates: Thursday, August 21 Monday, August 25,
2008
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Scheduled Activities:
New Student Tradition the class of 2012 will begin a tradition
that will continue on at NCWC.
Parent Orientation
PLAYFAIR a teambuilding experience and a way for new students to
meet each other. PLAYFAIR is a powerful program for campus unity and school
spirit.
Opening Convocation & Dedication of the Class of 2012 words of
welcome from college President; VP Dean of Academic Affairs; VP- Dean of
Student Affairs, and others
English Placement Exam will be used to schedule students for
English class.
Presidents Dinner
College Scenario/Skits Real Life college situations presented
through drama by the PALs and PEER Educators. Situations will be discussed
in groups.
Student Panel upperclassmen providing Words of Wisdom to new
students.
Community Tour Into the streets of Rocky Mount - giving the
students an opportunity to find out more about their home for the next four
years; volunteer opportunities; cultural opportunities.
Registration/Schedule Adjustment
College 101 Meeting/Activities Meeting College 101 instructors ;
course expectations; Passport explanation
Campus Services Panel find out more about the services of NCWC:
Bookstore; IS; Student Success Center; Student Affairs; and others
Worship Service- optional
Student Activities
Intramurals