Welcome Week will help you begin to feel at home at CWU. You will connect with other students, become familiar with campus, and get acquainted with the many resources available to you.
CENTRALWASHINGTONUNIVERSITY WELCOME WEEK 2021
Over the next ten days, we have a great program in store for you! Welcome Week will help you begin to feel at home at CWU. You will connect with other students, become familiar with campus, and get acquainted with the many resources available to you. We want to help prepare you for a successful academic experience. In addition to many fun activities, we have planned several valuable educational sessions and workshops that connect with your University 101 class.
First Year Experience Pillars:
Academic Success
University Navigation
Campus Connections
Responsible Citizenship
Download “CWU Connect” from the App Store or Play Store to see upcoming events and updates to the schedule via our Welcome Week Daily Sheets. REQUIRED ONLINE TRAINING: U Got This! is an online course that reviews consent, sexual assault and campus culture. All first year students are required to complete the three modules by September 26. The link to U Got This! is in CENTRAL 101 via canvas.cwu.edu. If you have questions about this training, please contact the Wellness Center at (509) 963-3213 or wellness@cwu.edu . AT THE END OF EACH OF THESE SESSIONS, YOU WILL RECEIVE A STICKER TO VERIFY YOUR ATTENDANCE. MAKE SURE TO HOLD ON TO YOUR BOOKLET!
CAREFULLY TEAR OUT THIS PAGE FOR YOUR UNIV 101 CLASS
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TRANSFER STUDENTS WELCOME
Welcome Week will help you begin to feel at home at CWU. You will connect with other students, become familiar with campus, and get acquainted with the many resources available to you. We want to help prepare you for a successful CWU experience. Check out the events within this publication and the Welcome Week booklet!
RETURNING STUDENTS WELCOME
Orientation & Transition Program’s mission is to support students during their transition to campus. The global pandemic interfered with our ability to deliver programs in Fall 2020. This Fall, returning students are invited to participate in any events that are of interest to you.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
THURSDAY SCHEDULE – SEPTEMBER 16 Your Home Away from Home | Sunset at the Water Tower | Nighttime Fun FRIDAY SCHEDULE – SEPTEMBER 17 University Welcome SATURDAY SCHEDULE – SEPTEMBER 18 5K Glow Stick Run | Geek Out–Game Out | Foam Fest | Wildcat Cup SUNDAY SCHEDULE – SEPTEMBER 19 Drag Show | Intramural Sports MONDAY SCHEDULE – SEPTEMBER 20 Wildcat Cup: Lip Sync | Monday Movie Madness Dimensions of Student Life Sessions Safety and Community Respect Wellness 1 Wellness 2 Academic Connections TUESDAY SCHEDULE – SEPTEMBER 21 Bite of the ‘Burg | Sports Clubs WEDNESDAY&THURSDAY SCHEDULE – SEPTEMBER 22&23
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First Day of School Photos RecFest | Open Mic Night FRIDAY&SATURDAY SCHEDULE – SEPTEMBER 24&25 Wildcat Tailgate | Football vs. Angelo State ESC Welcome Party | Rockaraoke
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8 9 10 11 12 P.M.
MOVE IN& WELCOME CREW 12PM - 4PM SURC Pit Orientation and Student Success Staff will welcome you to campus.
INTERNATIONAL ORIENTATION 8:30AM - 5PM Discovery Hall 103
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EXPLORE CAMPUS& ELLENSBURG/DINNER ONYOUROWN 4PM - 6PM
YOURHOME AWAY FROMHOME 6PM - 7PM In your Residence Halls
SUNSET HIKE TO THE ELLENSBURG WATER TOWER 7PM - 8PM The Wildcat Statue
8 9 10 11 12 A.M.
HOTNEWJAM: IMPROVAT CWU 8PM - 9PM SURC Theatre
JACKBOX TOURNAMENT 9PM - 10PM SURC Pit
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HANGINOUT IN THE SURC 8PM - 10PM | The SURC
EXPLORE CAMPUS & ELLENSBURG/ DINNER ON YOUR OWN 4PM - 6PM Check out the local dining favorites at myellensburg.com/eat. Use this meal to celebrate this transition. YOUR HOME AWAY FROMHOME 6PM - 7PM On-Campus Students: Meet in your Residence Hall Lounge.
Join us at 8PM in the SURC Theatre for CWU’s own Hot New Jam Improv Troupe. Who knows what will happen... Starting at 9PM Jackbox will begin in the SURC Pit. Remember...in Jackbox, there are no rules or correct answers.
Off-Campus and CWU Apartment Students: Meet on SURC 2nd Floor.
Find out information about opportunities, services, and the staff available to support you. Bring your Welcome Week booklet to every session! SUNSET HIKE TO THE ELLENSBURGWATER TOWER 7PM | The Wildcat Statue Join us for a short walk up to the top of Craig’s Hill. From there you will have a breathtaking view of the Kittitas Valley as you watch the sunset. This is a great opportunity to acknowledge that CWU resides on tribal lands of the Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation.
Friendly Reminder: CWU and Ellensburg Quiet Hours extend from 10PM until 7AM
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8 9 10 11 12 P.M.
MOVE IN& WELCOME CREW 8AM - 4PM SURC Pit Orientation and Student Success Staff will welcome you to campus. CAMPUS CONNECTIONS: CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT 11AM SURC East Patio No prize just a social event. UNIVERSITY NAVIGATION: ACADEMICTOURS 2PM - 3PM SURC Pit Bring your class schedule and learn how to get to class. YOURHOME AWAY FROMHOME 6:15PM - 7:15PM (for Friday move in students) Inside your Residence Halls
BRUNCH 8AM - 2PM Holmes Dining Room
INTERNATIONAL ORIENTATION 8:45AM - 5PM Discovery Hall 103
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CAMPUS CONNECTIONS: FRISBEE GOLF 1PM SURC East Patio Positive attitude required. Discs provided.
CAMPUS CONNECTIONS: WELCOME BBQ
4PM - 6PM SURC East Patio
BBQ for students and families, compliments of Dining Services.
8 9 10 11 12 A.M.
UNIVERSITY WELCOME 7:45PM - 8:45PM Nicholson Pavilion & IG Live @DiscoverCWU
MEET YOUR NEIGHBORS 9:15PM - 11PM Inside Residence Halls
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MOVE IN&WELCOME CREW 8AM - 4PM | SURC Pit CWU Student Success Staff and Orientation Leaders will welcome you to campus. We will also serve as your go-to for campus navigation and general questions. CAMPUS CONNECTIONS: WELCOME BBQ 4PM - 6PM | SURC East Patio Students, families and support network members, join us to celebrate this moment. As this meal comes to a close we invite you to share your “best wishes” as students begin their career with a little more freedom and space to grow. In other words...please hug and say goodbye. YOUR HOME AWAY FROMHOME 6:15PM - 7:15PM On-Campus Students: Meet in your Residence Hall Lounge. Off-Campus and CWU Apartment Students: Meet on SURC 2nd Floor. Find out information about opportunities, services, and the staff available to support you. Bring your Welcome Week booklet to every session!
UNIVERSITYWELCOME 7:45PM - 8:45PM | Nicholson Pavilion Speaker: John Mounsey Parents and students, your “Wildcat Welcome” will kick off with CWU President Jim Wohlpart, administrators, athletics, the cheer squad and the Associated Students of Central Washington University (ASCWU) elected officers.
MEET YOUR NEIGHBORS 9:15PM - 11PM | Residence Halls Have some snacks and meet your neighbors!
Campus Connections: Look for these events to meet other students! University Navigation: These events are to help CWU feel a little more familiar.
Friendly Reminder: CWU and Ellensburg Quiet Hours extend from 10PM until 7AM
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8 9 10 11 12 P.M.
MOVE IN& WELCOME CREW 8 AM - 12PM SURC Pit Orientation and Student Success Staff will welcome you to campus. SPIRITUAL OUTDOOR WELLNESS ACTIVITY 9:30AM - 10:30AM SURC East Lawn Outdoor yoga
BRUNCH 8AM - 2PM Holmes Dining Room
WOMEN’S SOCCERVS. POINT LOMA 2PM Tomlinson Stadium
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YOURHOME AWAY FROMHOME 2PM - 3PM (for Saturday move in students) Inside your Residence Halls
DINNER 4:30PM - 7 PM Holmes Dining Room , Central Marketplace and Northside Commons
WILDCAT CUP: XTREME RELAYS &HALL SPIRIT COMPETITION 8PM - 10PM Nicholson Pavilion
5KGLOW STICKRUN 9PM - 9:45PM The Wildcat Statue
FOAMFEST 10PM - 12AM SURC East Patio
8 9 10 11 12 A.M.
GEEKOUT GAME OUT (GOGO) 10PM - 12AM SURC 137A/B & SURC Pit
CATSMARKET (SURC) OPEN UNTIL 12AM
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MOVE IN&WELCOME CREW 8AM - 12PM | SURC Pit CWU Student Success Staff and Orientation Leaders will welcome you to campus. We will also serve as your go-to for campus navigation and general questions. GEEK OUT-GAME OUT 10PM - 12AM | SURC 137A/B & SURC Pit Pick your favorite and bring it to share. Consoles, cards, board games, Pokémon GO, LAN. See you there! FOAM FEST: BREAK OUT OF YOUR BUBBLE 10PM - 12AM | SURC East Patio Discover your new favorite party! Feel the adrenaline rush when the foam starts flying, get lost in the music and the lights as you dance all night. Get loud with your new friends, and you’ll share an experience unlike any other. College is about breaking out of your bubble and creating new memories...you’ll never forget the night you had at Foam Fest!
YOUR HOME AWAY FROMHOME 2PM - 3PM On-Campus Students: Meet in your Residence Hall Lounge. Find out information about opportunities, services, and the staff available to support you. Bring your Welcome Week booklet to every session! WILDCAT CUP: XTREME RELAYS &HALL SPIRIT COMPETITION Champion! Will your area take this year’s title and have bragging rights for a year? Join us for the most wild and wacky relay race on earth. Be sure to wear your hall t-shirt! Sign up for specific events with your hall staff at your community meetings and then come out to prove your hall is the best! 8PM - 10PM | Nicholson Pavilion Sparks is the reigning Wildcat Cup
5K GLOWSTICK RUN The Wildcat Statue
Registration: 9PM - 9:45PM
5K Start: 9:45 PM
Friendly Reminder: CWU and Ellensburg Quiet Hours extend from 10PM until 7AM
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BRUNCH 8AM - 2PM Holmes Dining Room
OUTDOOR SPIRITUAL WELLNESSACTIVITY
8 9 10 11 12 P.M.
8AM - 11AM SURC East Patio
SPIRITUAL WELLNESS FAIR
WHERE AREMY CLASSES? 11AM - 12PM SURC Pit
12PM - 2PM SURC East Patio
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LIP SYNC WORKSHOP 2:30PM - 5PM Inside your Residence Halls
LUNCH 12PM - 2PM
INTRAMURAL TOURNAMENTS 3PM - 5PM Recreation Center
DINNER 5PM - 7PM
DRAGSHOW 9PM - 12AM SURC Ballroom
CAMPUS CONNECTIONS: SPEEDMEETING 7PM - 8PM SURC Pit & SURC 137
8 9 10 11 12 A.M.
CATSMARKET (SURC) OPEN UNTIL 12AM
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SPIRITUALWELLNESS FAIR 12PM - 2PM | SURC East Patio Balance is key and your spiritual wellness is important to keep you happy and healthy. For some this may be a faith based experience, for others it may be volunteering or decompressing in the beautiful outdoors. Come see the many opportunities at CWU for you to feed your inner self. LIP SYNCWORKSHOP 2:30PM - 5PM | Your Residence Halls Do you like to dance or sing along to your favorite songs? Do you enjoy performing in front of a crowd? If so, become a part of your community’s lip sync team! Ask your RA for details on how to join. Residence hall teams will show off their routines Monday night at 7PM in the McConnell Auditorium. Lip sync teams are judged on originality, creativity, stage presence, lip-syncing, choreography, hall cheer, and audience response – so even if you don’t want to be on stage, come out and cheer for your community!
INTRAMURAL TOURNAMENTS 3PM - 5PM | Recreation Center Do you enjoy competing in athletic activities? This is your opportunity to become a champion! University Recreation will be offering Volleyball and Dodgeball tournaments in the Recreation Center. Be sure to arrive ready to compete and have fun! Sign up to participate in your residence hall. CAMPUS CONNECTIONS: SPEEDMEETING 7PM - 8PM | SURC Pit & SURC 137 CWU is comprised of many diverse and beautiful people from across the state/ world. This is a platonic or non-romantic opportunity to meet other CWU students. You will spend 2 minutes with each person, rotate and repeat...each time adding another possible lifelong friend to your college experience. ENTERTAINMENT: THE 7TH ANNUALWWDRAG SHOW 9PM - 12AM | SURC Ballroom Join Aquasha DeLusty, Diana Fire, Roderick V., Sadie Istik, Faye, Jazmyn J & Ty Grass for an evening of singing, dancing and the best drag around! It’s a highlight for many.
Friendly Reminder: CWU and Ellensburg Quiet Hours extend from 10PM until 7AM
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8 9 10 11 12 P.M.
BREAKFAST 8AM - 9AM Holmes Dining Room
DIMENSIONSOF STUDENT LIFE ROTATIONAL SESSIONS 9AM – 12PM See Daily Sheets for locations. (pg. 14–21) Safety and Community Respect
ACADEMIC CONNECTIONS 1PM - 2PM See pg. 20–21 for locations
Wellness 1 Wellness 2
LUNCH 12PM - 1PM All Dining Facilities
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ACADEMICMAJOR MEETINGS 4PM - 6PM Attend only if you received an invite via your CWU email.
LIP SYNC FINAL REHEARSAL 2PM - 6PM McConnell Auditorium See Daily Sheet for your hall times.
DINNER 4:30PM - 6:30PM All Dining Facilities
LGBTQ+ RECEPTION 5PM - 6:30PM See Daily Sheet for location.
NON-TRADITIONAL STUDENTWELCOME 6:30PM - 8PM via Zoom in Daily Sheet WILDCAT CUP: LIP SYNCCOMPETITION &CUPCEREMONY 7PM - 8:30PM McConnell Auditorium
8 9 10 11 12 A.M.
MONDAYMOVIE MADNESS: IN THE HEIGHTS (OUTDOORMOVIE) 8:30PM Recreation Sports Complex
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LIP SYNC FINAL REHEARSAL 2PM - 6PM | McConnell Auditorium Check with the hall staff coordinating your lip sync to see your scheduled time. ACADEMICMAJORMEETINGS 4PM - 6PM | McConnell Auditorium This is a chance to meet with other students in your prospective major. If your academic department is hosting an event you will be notified via your CWU email account. LGBTQ+WELCOME RECEPTION 5PM - 6:30PM | See daily sheet for location CWU embraces and welcomes members of the LGBTQ+ community. Students are invited to attend the reception and have a chance to connect with peers and staff. LIP SYNC&CUP CEREMONY: WILDCAT CUP 7PM - 8:30PM | McConnell Auditorium Residence Hall Teams will show off their routines! Lip Sync teams are judged on originality, creativity, stage presence, lip syncing, choreography, hall cheer, and audience response - so even if you don’t want to be on stage, come and cheer for your hall/area! MONDAYMOVIE MADNESS: IN THE HEIGHTS (OUTDOORMOVIE) 8:30PM | Recreation Sports Complex Following Lip Sync.
NON-TRADITIONAL STUDENT WELCOME 6:30PM – 8PM | via Zoom (in Daily Sheet) Not the typical college student? Connect
with other students and learn about resources that may be of assistance to you.
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Dimensions of Student Life Sessions
WELLNESS 1 Discover strategies to excel your environmental, financial, physical, intellectual, occupational or
emotional well-being! Learn more on pages 18–19 CHOOSE ONE: A HEALTHIER YOU Science 147 BANKING BASICS 101 Science 203 CONQUERING CREDIT Science 240
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 20
GROUP ASSIGNMENTS: Group A: Bassetties: Beck, Davies, Hitchcock, Meisner, Sparks, Quigley South Campus: Sue, Munson, Kamola 9 AM - Wellness 1 10 AM - Wellness 2 11 AM - Safety & Community Respect 1 PM - Academic Connections Group B: Central Campus: Barto, Moore, North, Stephens-Whitney, Wilson, Dugmore 9 AM - Safety & Community Respect 10 AM - Wellness 1 11 AM - Wellness 2 1 PM - Academic Connections Group C: North Campus: Al-Monty, Carmody, Green, Kennedy, Wendell Hill Off-Campus & CWU Apartments 9 AM - Wellness 2 10 AM - Safety & Community Respect 11 AM - Wellness 1 1 PM - Academic Connections
CWU & SUSTAINABILITY Discovery Amphitheater DINING TIPS FROMCHEF JOE Science 142 EDUCATION ABROAD AT CWU Dean 106 FUNDAMENTALS OF FIRST YEAR FITNESS Dean 103 GET A JOB! Discovery 103 GOT SPORT? Dean 104 HEALTHYMIND, GOOD TIMES! Science 101 WHEN THE STARS ALIGN: YOUR CAREER PATH Discovery 101 Planetarium WILDCAT DISCOVERY TOURAT THE CWU LIBRARIES/ACADEMICSUCCESSCENTER Brooks Library
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WELLNESS 2 Discover strategies to excel in your social, spiritual or cultural well-being! Learn more on pages 20–21
SAFETY & COMMUNITY RESPECT
This session will help teach you how to keep safe during an emergency and give you an overview of substance misuse prevention, consent education, and violence prevention. Presented by the Central Washington University Police Department and CWU Wellness Center.
CHOOSE ONE:
88.1 THE ‘BURG - YOUR RADIO STATION CENTRAL! Black 151 BEYOND POLITICS Black 142 BROTHER 2 BROTHER Black 136 DISABILITY SERVICES: ACCOMMODATIONS FOR SUCCESS Black 201 GET INVOLVED WITH ASCWU Samuelson 105 FIND YOUR S.L.I.C.E. OF CWU Black 152 FIRST IN YOUR FAMILY: YOU ARE NOT ALONE Black 224 LOOK ATME, NOMIP Black 150
THE MASKSWE WEAR: THE ROLE WE PLAY Black 105 S.I.S.T.E.R.S. Black 137 STUDENT LEADERSHIP IN THE RES HALLS Samuelson 106 TOP 10 REASONS TO PURSUE THE OUTDOORS Samuelson 104 YOU AND YOUR ROOMMATE FROM ANOTHER CULTURE Black 222
SURC BALLROOM
ACADEMIC CONNECTIONS Attend one of the college presentations based on your intended academic major or a possible area of interest. Learn more on pages 22–23
COLLEGE OF ARTS &HUMANITIES McIntyre 174 COLLEGE OF EDUCATION& PROFESSIONAL STUDIES Professional Studies SURC Ballroom C/D
COLLEGE OF BUSINESS SURC Theatre COLLEGE OF THE SCIENCES McConnell Auditorium
COLLEGE OF EDUCATION& PROFESSIONAL STUDIES
School of Education SURC Ballroom A/B
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Dimensions of Student Life WELLNESS 1 MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 20
A HEALTHIER YOU Science 147 | Wellness and Health Promotion
Learn tools and resources to navigate life outside the classroom. We cover nutrition tips, healthy relationships, sexual health, stress and time management, balancing academics, social life, and more. Pick up a snack while you’re here! BANKING BASICS 101 Science 203 | US Bank As a community service, US Bank has developed a series of learning modules to assist you in gaining an understanding of various banking and financial-related services, processes and concepts. This module’s objectives are “How to Use a Checking Account” and “Benefits of a Savings Account.” We hope you find this learning experience enlightening and helpful in your efforts to gain more knowledge about how to manage your finances. CONQUERING CREDIT Science 240 | US Bank This workshop will focus on credit and interest, how credit works and how to avoid common traps like making “minimum payments.” See how small-everyday expenses can add up. CWU & SUSTAINABILITY Discovery Amphitheater Visit the sustainable buildings on campus, many of which are U.S. Green Building Council LEED certified. They utilize features such as water conserving fixtures, heat recovery systems, solar photovoltaic panels and solar hot water heaters. We’ll also visit the site of the CWU Campus Community Garden and Wildcat Neighborhood Farm. The outdoor learning space will provide an abundance of volunteer and learning opportunities. EDUCATION ABROAD AT CWU Dean 106 | Study Abroad & Exchange Programs Education Abroad has become an important part of today’s university education. Learn about your options through CWU’s Study Abroad & Exchange Programs. DINING TIPS FROMCHEF JOE Science 142 | Dining Services Join CWU’s Campus Executive Chef to discuss healthy eating on campus, explore resources available to help you on your wellness journey, and understand what “healthy” means to YOU.
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FUNDAMENTALS OF FIRST-YEAR FITNESS Dean 103 | University Recreation
The Fundamentals of First-Year Fitness will go over what makes it so difficult to stay healthy in college and how to build a healthy lifestyle. CWU Recreation Personal Trainers will be giving tips and tricks to stay healthy during your time here at CWU and resources available to help you stay the Fit Cat you are! GET A JOB! Discovery 103 | Student Employment & Career Services Working on campus helps connect you to other students, faculty and staff. Join Student Employment and Career Services as they share how to find and land that perfect on- campus job. GOT SPORT? Dean 104 | University Recreation Learn about competitive and recreational sports offered on campus and how to get involved. You can learn about University Recreation, how to join one of the 20 Collegiate Sport Clubs, and how to win a legendary Intramural Champion t-shirt! If you were a high school athlete, are into fitness, love sports, or just want to try something new, you will want to attend this session.
HEALTHYMIND, GOOD TIMES! Science 101 | Student Counseling Clinic
This session will cover some helpful information about developing healthy self-care habits that can help you to be successful–both academically and socially during your years at CWU. We will also give some pointers about how to get connected on campus.
WHEN THE STARS ALIGN: YOUR CAREER PATH Discovery 101 Planetarium | Career Services & Physics Faculty
While it may be fun to read your horoscope, using astrology to choose a career may not be the best plan. During this session experience the Lydig Planetarium and learn about Astronomy and them many career exploration tools offered through the CWU Career Services. WILDCAT DISCOVERY TOUR AT THE BROOKS LIBRARY/ACADEMIC SUCCESS CENTER Brooks Library Come to this session to meet the friendly and very helpful people at the Academic & Research Commons (ARC). The ARC staff will demystify the services they offer and make it easy for you to get the research and academic support you will need at CWU. In this session you will learn about the services we offer students, including the suite of services at the Academic Success Center inside the ARC: math and writing tutoring, Peer-Assisted Learning groups, and online tutoring. You will also take a tour and have the opportunity to test out all the of the collaborative technology housed in the ARC.
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Dimensions of Student Life WELLNESS 2
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 20
88.1 THE ‘BURG: Black 151 | Your Radio Station Central!
Learn how to get involved with 88.1 FM The ‘Burg, CWU’s nationally recognized college radio program and state-of-the-art station located in the SURC. We help prepare you with everything you need to get your own music, news, sports, or talk radio show or podcast. Other engagement opportunities include assisting with promotions, production, event management, and more. Have fun, learn broadcasting techniques, build your portfolio, and make some of the best friends you’ll ever have! No experience necessary and all training provided.
BEYOND POLITICS Black 142 | CWU Faculty
Ideally, CWU is a place we can all feel at “Home.” We reside within a greater global/national community where our opinions are often polarized and sometimes divisive. Our goal as a campus is to engage in conversations that foster clarification of personal views and comprehension of the viewpoints of others. Join CWU faculty as we navigate this potentially provocative and controversial topic. BROTHER 2 BROTHER: Black 136 | A Part of the Student African American Brotherhood (Open to all men enrolled at CWU) Brother 2 Brother is a dynamic organization established specifically to assist our participants to excel academically, socially, culturally, professionally, and in the community. B2B is primarily comprised of male students who strive for academic excellence and make a commitment to plan and implement programs that benefit their community at large. We encourage our participants to embrace leadership by being positive examples for each other through a strong commitment to academic achievement, brotherhood and community service. We provide weekly study sessions, weekly developmental seminars for students of all ages, business meetings, social and religious activities, and work with various non-profit service agencies. DISABILITY SERVICES: ACCOMMODATIONS FOR SUCCESS Black 201 | Disability Services Are you worried about how a disability will affect your academic success at CWU? Twenty percent of our incoming students will request accommodations. Learn about opportunities available at CWU and meet other students with possible shared experiences. GET INVOLVEDWITH ASCWU Samuelson 105 | Associated Students of CWU (Student Government) Find out how Student Government represents CWU students in a variety of areas that affect their daily life at CWU. Come meet your Student Government officers and learn about opportunities to serve on important campus committees, how to join a club or organization, become an advocate for student rights and responsibilities and get involved in your community.
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FIND YOUR S.L.I.C.E. OF CWU Black 152 | Student Leadership, Involvement & Community Engagement Studies show that most incoming students are involved in community service prior to attending CWU. These experiences are often a way to give back and to feel more connected to your community. Learn about the many volunteer opportunities available through S.L.I.C.E. in the CWU SURC. FIRST IN YOUR FAMILY: YOU ARE NOT ALONE Black 224 Being first-generation is a very proud accomplishment. We recognize that you will face unique experiences as you begin this exciting journey, and we look forward to supporting you. Meet the CWU Police in this presentation covering department facts, local and university history, crime statistics for the campus and community, and ways to stay out of trouble. THE MASKSWEWEAR: THE ROLE WE PLAY Black 105 | Diversity and Equity Center The Diversity and Equity Center cultivates a sense of belonging and community on campus through programs and initiatives that encourage students to explore their identities, challenge barriers and empower themselves and their communities. Join the conversation to identify, embrace and express your authentic self with DEC student staff! S.I.S.T.E.R.S. Black 137 As collegiate women of SISTERS, we strive to build a community to advocate and empower women at CWU and around the state. Our mission is to foster a sisterhood of women who are... Sisters, Invincible, Self- actualizing, Tenacious, Educated, Resilient, and Successful in the 21st century. LOOK ATME, NOMIP Black 150 | University Police
STUDENT LEADERSHIP IN THE RES HALLS Samuelson 106 | Residence Hall Association Executive Board
Take advantage of your time at CWU! Become involved with your residence hall community, build relationships, and most of all have fun! You will have the opportunity to get involved, be a leader, and have an impact on those around you. TOP 10 REASON TO PURSUE THE OUTDOORS Samuelson 104 | University Recreation Hold on as University Recreation’s Outdoor Pursuits and Rentals (OPR) staff provide you with the top 10 reasons to expand your horizons and get involved with our outdoor programs and rentals! YOU AND YOUR ROOMMATE FROMANOTHER CULTURE Black 222 | Office of International Studies & Programs CWU students are from all over the world! Your roommate may be from Japan, China, Mexico, France, Seattle, or Yakima. Every roommate relationship will take a bit of work, communication, and compromise. Discover some tips on how to have a successful roommate relationship with someone from a different background.
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Dimensions of Student Life ACADEMIC CONNECTIONS
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 20 – 1 PM
COLLEGE OF ARTS &HUMANITIES McIntyre 174 (Music Building) • Africana & Black Studies
COLLEGE OF BUSINESS SURC Theatre
• Accounting • Economics • Finance and Supply Chain Management • Management and Marketing
• Art and Design • Asian Studies • Communication • English • Film Program • History • Latino and Latin American Studies • Liberal Studies • Music • Philosophy and Religious Studies • Theatre Arts • World Languages and Cultures
If you wish to see a complete list of majors, minors and certificates refer to the Wildcat Guide: Summer Edition.
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COLLEGE OF EDUCATION& PROFESSIONAL STUDIES PROFESSIONAL STUDIES SURC Ballroom C/D • Aerospace Studies • Apparel, Textiles and Merchandising • Aviation • Career and Technical Education • Child Development and Family Science • Engineering Technology, Safety and Construction • Health Sciences • Hospitality, Tourism, Event and Wine Management • Information Technology and Administrative Management • Military Science • Sport and Movement Studies
COLLEGE OF THE SCIENCES McConnell Auditorium • American Indian Studies
• Anthropology and Museum Studies • Biological Sciences • Chemistry • Computer Sciences • Craft Brewing • Environmental Studies • Geography • Geological Sciences • Integrated Energy Management • Interdisciplinary Studies: Social Studies • Law and Justice • Mathematics • Physics • Physics/Engineering Dual Degree • Political Science • Primate Behavior and Ecology • Psychology • Science and Math Education • Sociology • Science Talent Expansion Program • Women's, Gender and Sexuality Studies • Yearlong Exploration of Social Sciences
COLLEGE OF EDUCATION& PROFESSIONAL STUDIES
EDUCATION MAJORS SURC Ballroom A/B
• Curriculum, Supervision, and Educational Leadership • Education, Development, Teaching and Learning • Other Future Educators Welcome
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SLICE LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE 9AM – 2PM SURC 137 A/B Register at cwu.edu/slice
STUDENT ENGAGEMENT FAIR 12PM - 2PM Chestnut Mall & SURC East Patio
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BITE OF THE BURG 2PM - 5PM Downtown Ellensburg
NON-TRADITIONAL STUDENTWELCOME 2PM - 3:30PM via Zoom in Daily Sheet
CLASS PREPARATION 9PM - 12AM On your own Use the last few moments to ensure you have your backpack filled with pens/pencils and paper. Double check your schedule in MyCWU for any last minute changes. Don’t forget to check your CWU email/ Canvas too!
8 9 10 11 12 A.M.
CREATING CONNECTIONS 8PM - 9PM In your Residence Halls
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STUDENT ENGAGEMENT FAIR 12AM - 2PM Chestnut Mall & SURC East Patio The Student Engagement Fair is the place to find your thing/people. 80 tables filled with student clubs/organizations, student success resources, and academic programs will be on site to help get involved. This will be a great place to network and ensure that your fall is filled with memorable experiences. NON-TRADITIONAL STUDENT WELCOME 2PM – 3:30PM | via Zoom (in Daily Sheet) Not the typical college student? Connect with other students and learn about resources that may be of assistance to you. BITE OF THE ‘BURG 2PM - 5PM | Downtown Ellensburg Downtown Ellensburg welcomes CWU students at the start of each Fall quarter. Stroll through town, sample local fare, and learn about the wonderful services and products available in Ellensburg. Easy walk from campus! CREATING CONNECTIONS 8PM - 9PM | In your Residence Hall Students will meet residence hall staff, hear about community resources, and learn about leadership opportunities in their residence hall.
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WILDCAT TRADITIONSCHECKLIST Become part of the history of Central Washington University by completing these “Wildcat Traditions” that can be accomplished during Welcome Week.
TO LEARNMORE ABOUT OURWILDCAT TRADITIONS INSTALL THE “CWU TRADITIONS KEEPER” APP FROMTHE APP OR PLAY STORE.
Take a picture with the president (University or ASCWU)
Watch an Ellensburg sunset
Attend Ellensburg Farmer’s Market
Work out at the Recreation Center
Welcome Week Drag Show
Enjoy Barto Lawn
Take Canyon Road to Yakima
Visit the Water Tower
Try out the Recreation Center Climbing Wall Take a picture with the bull statue in downtown Ellensburg
Take a picture with Wellington
Attend a Wildcats football game
Stroll downtown Ellensburg
Go to People’s Pond
Take a hike
Attend Monday Movie Madness
Tune in to 88.1 the ‘Burg
Bite of the ‘Burg
Take a picture with the Wildcat Statue
Visit the Japanese Garden
= Activities included in the Welcome Week schedule
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FIRST DAYOF SCHOOL PHOTOS
9AM - 12PM SURC East Patio
MUSICONTHE MEZZ 12PM - 1PM SURC Mezzanine
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VOLLEYBALL VS.WESTERN WASHINGTON 7PM Nicholson Pavilion
GAME TIME 7PM Wildcat Statue Brought to you by the International Office.
OPENMICNIGHT 7PM The Bistro
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22 & 23 ACTIVITY DETAILS
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 22
FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL PHOTOS 9AM - 12PM | SURC East Patio Your support network members are likely missing you...so, join Student Success staff to grab a photo, snack or campus map on your first day of school!
RECFEST 2PM - 6PM | Recreation Center THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 23
Let’s kick off the school year together, Wildcats! Join us for RecFest. Get to know each program area, from Group Fitness to Outdoor Pursuits and Rentals and play games like Giant Volleyball. You’ll meet our amazing and friendly staff while learning about the health and wellness opportunities that Recreation has to offer. Even more, we have a free t-shirt and food for you! We can’t wait to meet you! OPENMIC NIGHT 7PM | The Bistro Join local stars for vocal performances, hidden talents and comedy sketches in The Bistro at 7:30! Performer sign-ups begin at 7, so hurry in to fill your spot or snag a seat.
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ESCWELCOME BLOCK PARTY
3PM – 6PM Wildcat Statue
ROCKARAOKE 7PM - 9PM SURC Theatre
VOLLEYBALL VS. SIMON FRASER 12PM Nicholson Pavilion
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RUSH THE FIELD 5:30PM Tomlinson Stadium (South End)
WILDCAT TAILGATE 4PM Tomlinson Stadium (South End)
FOOTBALL VS. ANGELOSTATE 6PM Tomlinson Stadium
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FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 24
ESCWELCOME BLOCK PARTY 3PM - 6PM | Wildcat Statue
The Equity and Services Council (ESC) is a body of student organizations, listed below, that serves under-represented students as well as provides education and awareness about our various communities to the rest of campus. Make Connections. Get Involved.
• Access, Belonging, Learning, Equality (ABLE) • Black Student Union (BSU) • Equality through Queers and Allies (EQuAl) • Movimiento Estudiantil Chicanx de Aztlan (MEChA) • Filipino American Student Association (FASA)
• First Generation Student Organization (FGSO) • Asia University America Program (AUAP) • PolyCentral • Indian Student Association (ISA) • Latinx Student Organization (LSO) • Central African Student Association (CASA)
ROCKARAOKE 7PM - 9PM | SURC Theatre
Join us onstage...Live Band Karaoke show that combines the thrill of professional live band and scrolling karaoke tracks. We let you live out your dreams of being a Rockstar as we invite you to join our musicians as the lead singer of the band.
CAMPUS OFFICES ARE OPEN THURSDAY – SUNDAY
We are so excited that you are here. We will post a listing of offices open throughout the weekend with their specific hours. See details in the Welcome Week Daily sheet which can be found in either the CWU Connect app under resources or in the announcement section of CENTRAL 101/301 Feel free to DM us in Instagram@DiscoverCWU
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