8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Orientation: New Student Orientation is designed to support, involve, and connect students who were not able to attend a Summer Orientation to the NSU community.

International students start at 8:00 a.m. All others start at 10:00 a.m.

Don Taft University Center, North Lobby

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8:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Residence Halls Move In: New students can move into their Residence Hall.

See map: 10, 11, 17, 25, 28

6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

RSA Welcome Home Picnic / BBQ: A picnic full of fun, food, games, and giveaways.

Commons Courtyard/ Pagoda Area (for NSU residential students only).

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7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

RSA Speed-Friendship Making: There are plenty of fish in the NSU residence halls. Come hook yourself a new friend. (For NSU residential students only).

The Commons, Room 123a/b

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NSU Soccer Complex

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Noon. - 2:00 p.m.

Undergraduate Honors Program Induction Ceremony and Luncheon (Invitation Only)

PVA Performance Theatre (ceremony) Induction ceremony and luncheon for new members of the

NSU Arena North Auxiliary Court (luncheon) Undergraduate Honors Program and their family members.

For more information about the Undergraduate Honors Program, please visit www.fcas.nova.edu/programs/undergraduate_honors/index.cfm

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  POSTPONED

Sailing and Snorkeling Trip: Join us on a great South Florida adventure! Boat departs from a marina in Ft. Lauderdale. Only $30 per person for this all-inclusive trip. Seating is limited, so please register as soon as possible at the RecPlex front desk, located inside the Don Taft University Center, first floor.

Transportation will be provided. Departure is at 1:00 p.m., from the Don Taft University Center, Shark Fountain.

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8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

SOS - Serve Our Sharks: Orientation and other student leaders will be helping students at information booths at various locations around campus.

Don Taft University Center; Alvin Sherman Library Quad; and Parker Building

See map: 3c, 9, 22

5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

RecFest: Come experience all that the RecPlex has to offer! Take a GroupX class, Play Basketball, Climb the Rock Wall, and more! Food and drinks provided!

Don Taft University Center, RecPlex

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9:00 p.m.

Shark Tank Floor Meetings: The Shark Tank Meetings are mandatory floor meetings for all residential students. These meetings will provide the resident students the opportunity to meet and socialize with their neighbors, and also to meet with live-in staff.

8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

SOS - Serve Our Sharks: Orientation and other student leaders will be helping students at information booths at various locations around campus.

Don Taft University Center; Alvin Sherman Library Quad; and Parker Building

See map: 3c, 9, 22

11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Picnic on the Patio (Orientation Leader Reunion): Come out and reconnect with your orientation team or reunite with old friends at this old-fashion picnic!

Don Taft University Center, Flight Deck Patio

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11:30 - 1:30 p.m.

Spin to Win: Stop by and learn how to minimize your debt and maximize your disposable income and spin for your chance to win some great prizes including a Barnes and Nobles Gift Card!

Don Taft University Center

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7:00 p.m.

First Bite: The Official Shark Kickoff First Bite is the event that kicks off the fall semester with Shark Pride. This annual event celebrates university traditions, showcases student organizations and special performances, and recognizes all Shark athletes; fostering and renewing a sense of Shark Pride within the university community. This is an event for all new and returning Sharks to come out and celebrate the beginning of a new year at NSU!

NSU Arena

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Don Taft University Center, Flight Deck

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8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

SOS -- Serve Our Sharks: Orientation and other student leaders will be helping students at information booths at various locations around campus.

Don Taft University Center; Alvin Sherman Library Quad; and Parker Building

See map: 3c, 9, 22

11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Student Employment Job Fair: Meet the NSU offices that have Student Employment Positions available.

Don Taft University Center

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8:00 - 11:00 p.m.

Big Way Game Day: Sea Board twist to your old childhood favorites. Come out and play some human sized games including Twister, Cards, Bowling, Jenga, and Ring Toss.

Don Taft University Center

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Don Taft University Center; Alvin Sherman Library Quad; and Parker Building

See map: 3c, 9, 22

Noon - 1:00 p.m.

SEA Thursday- I Bleed Navy and Gray: Weekly events and activities brought to you by the Student Entertainment and Activity board.

Don Taft University Center

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Rosenthal Student Center, Room 200

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5:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Fraternity & Sorority Life Welcome Back BBQ: Come out and learn about the fraternities and sororities at the Welcome Back BBQ. This is an event you won't want to miss full of music, prizes and food. The event is sponsored by the Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life.

Alvin Sherman Library Quad

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11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

NSU Spirit Day: Show your Shark Pride! FREE Smoothies for all students and staff wearing a NSU shirt or gear!

Don Taft University Center, North Entrance

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6:00 - 9:30 p.m.

SHARKAPALOOZA: Nothing tops this welcome back party: live music, free food, great prizes, and fun! Bring your WOW Game Card to receive raffle tickets. The Grand Prize is an "NSU Getaway for Two." Other great prizes will be raffled off during the evening.

GRAND PRIZE drawing will be at 9:00 p.m.

NSU Arena

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9:30 p.m. - 12:30 a.m.

SGA Electric Water Works: Join your classmates for one wet and wild evening of music, suds and fun.

Alvin Sherman Library Quad

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11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

EVENT CANCELLED: Due to inclement weather.

NISA Social Event: Mingle with new and current international students at Fort Lauderdale Beach.

Vans leave from the Rosenthal Student Center at 11:00 a.m.

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8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

RESCHEDULED to Saturday, September 22.
Call (954) 262-7195 or email slce@nova.edu for more information.

New Shark Student Service Day: Join in the fun being a Shark in service to the community. Meet other new students in taking part in a service day with projects on-campus and off-campus in the local Fort Lauderdale community. This is a great opportunity to meet other students as well as to learn more about the local area while serving the community.

Rosenthal Student Center

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10:50 a.m.

Meet-up for Mass Meet with students of Catholic Life to attend Mass at St. David's Church.

The Commons, Parking Lot Entrance

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  EVENT CANC ELLED: Due to inclement weather.

Island Vibes Welcome BBQ: A barbecue to draw all NSU students together, an event where everyone can socialize in a friendly and family environment. This event is sponsored by the Caribbean Student Association.

The Commons Courtyard, Pagoda Area

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EVENT CANCELLED: Due to inclement weather.

Meet-up for Mass - Meet with students of Catholic Life to attend Spanish Mass at St. Gregory's Church.

The Commons, Parking Lot Entrance

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RESCHEDULED: to Friday, September 7.

Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences Academic Societies Kickoff and Lunch: Meet your peer leaders and fellow academic society students. Open to all freshmen in the Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences.

For more information about the Academic Society Program, please visit www.fcas.nova.edu/student/academic_societies/index.cfm

Don Taft University Center, 2nd floor lounge

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4:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Clinic Exploration Program: Experience what it's like to be a health professional Hosted by the Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences.

For more information about the Clinic Exploration Program (CEP), please visit www.fcas.nova.edu/student/clinical_exploration_program/index.cfm

Alvin Sherman Library, Room 4009

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Don Taft University Center

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Noon - 12:50 p.m.

Tools For Success - NSU G.P.S. (Going Places for Success)

We ♥ Student Success! You will discover the various on-campus resources available to help you be successful at NSU.

Carl DeSantis Building, Knight Auditorium

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1:00 - 2:00 p.m.

Super Sharks Level I Orientation: This program is specifically geared toward first time in college freshman as they transition to university life. Attend one of the SSLI orientations to learn more about the program and how you can earn an NSU book voucher.

Locations: Carl DeSantis Building, Knight Auditorium

For more details visit www.nova.edu/yoursuccess or call (954) 262-8386.

Undergraduate Scholarship Reception: A reception hosted by the Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences for new undergraduate students who have been awarded an NSU merit scholarship

Alvin Sherman Library, 2nd Floor Gallery

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8:00 p.m.

Cinema Tuesday: Come join Sea Board for a drive-in style movie on the Library Quad.

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Noon - 1:00 p.m.

Undergraduate Honors Program Workshop and Lunch: Welcome lunch and workshop hosted by the Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences for all students in the undergraduate honors program.

For more information about the Undergraduate Honors Program, please visit www.fcas.nova.edu/programs/undergraduate_honors/index.cfm

Alvin Sherman Library, 2nd Floor Gallery

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Noon - 1:00 p.m.

Student Organization Informationals: Interested in joining a student organization on campus? With more than 90 organizations on campus, there will be at least one for you!

For more information, contact the Office of Student Activities at (954) 262-7288.

Carl DeSantis Building; (Check Schedule for room assignments)

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12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Super Sharks Level I Orientation: This program is specifically geared toward first time in college freshman as they transition to university life. Attend one of the SSLI orientations to learn more about the program and how you can earn an NSU book voucher.

For more details visit www.nova.edu/yoursuccess or call (954) 262-8386.

Carl DeSantis Building, Knight Auditorium

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4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Dual Admission Workshop: Information sharing to assist students to remain in good standing in the dual admission program. Hosted by the Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences.

Alvin Sherman Library, Room 4009

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For more information about the Dual Admission Program, please visit www.fcas.nova.edu/programs/dual_admission/index.cfm

All meetings will be held in the Don Taft University Center:

Division of Humanities - NSU Arena Club Room
Division of Math, Science, and Technology - NSU Arena, North Auxiliary Court (2nd floor)
Division of Performing and Visual Arts - Performing and Visual Arts Wing, 3rd floor
Division of Social and Behavioral Sciences - James and Nan Farquhar, 2nd Floor Lounge

For more information about your academic division and major, please visit The Division of Humanities at http://www.fcas.nova.edu/divisions/hum

The Division of Math, Science, and Technology at http://www.fcas.nova.edu/divisions/mst

The Division of Performing and Visual Arts at http://www.fcas.nova.edu/divisions/pva

The Division of Social and Behavioral Sciences at http://www.fcas.nova.edu/divisions/sbs

Rosenthal Student Center, Second Floor, Room 207

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SEA Thursday - Survival of the Fittest: Weekly events and activities brought to you by the Student Entertainment and Activity board.

Don Taft University Center

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11:30 - 1:30 p.m.

Office of Academic Services Open House and Lunch: Stop in and find out everything the Office of Academic Services (tutoring/testing) has to offer to support your academic success at NSU. Tutors and staff will be available to speak with students and provide tours of the facility. Hosted by the Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences.

For more information about the Office of Academic Services, please visit www.fcas.nova.edu/services/academic_services/index.cfm

Parker Building, Room 100

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Noon - 1:00 p.m.

Student Organization Informationals:
Interested in joining a student organization on campus? With more than 90 organizations on campus, there will be at least one for you!

For more information, contact the Office of Student Activities at 954-262-7288.

Carl DeSantis Building; (Check Schedule for room assignments)

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For more details visit www.nova.edu/yoursuccess or call 954-262-8386.

Carl DeSantis Building, Knight Auditorium

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NSU Soccer Complex

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11:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.

Women's Volley Ball: NSU v. Merrimack, Texas A&M International

NSU Arena

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Don Taft University Center, Food Court

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For more information, contact the Office of Student Activities at (954) 262-7288.

Carl DeSantis Building (Check Schedule for room assignments)

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For more details visit www.nova.edu/yoursuccess or call (954) 262-8386.

Carl DeSantis Building, Knight Auditorium

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11:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.

Women's Volley Ball: NSU v. Wayne State, Wheeling Jesuit

NSU Arena

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4:00 p.m.

Pre Game BBQ - Join the Residential Life staff for some pre game food and fun.

NSU Soccer Complex

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6:00 p.m.

Men's Soccer: NSU v. Carson Newman

NSU Soccer Complex

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10:50 a.m.

Meet-up for Mass - Meet with students of Catholic Life to attend Mass at St. David's Church.

The Commons, Parking Lot Entrance

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The Commons, Parking Lot Entrance

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RecPlex, Leisure Pool

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For more information about Convocation, please visit www.fcas.nova.edu/student/convocation/index.cfm

NSU Arena

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NSU Arena

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For more information about the Academic Society Program, please visit www.fcas.nova.edu/student/academic_societies/index.cfm

Don Taft University Center, 2nd floor lounge

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New Shark Student Service Day: The Student Leadership and Civic Engagement office is hosting a First Year Student Day of Service at John U Lloyd State Park right on the beach! Join in the fun being a Shark in service to the community. Meet other new students in taking part in a service day with projects on-campus and off-campus in the local Fort Lauderdale community. This is a great opportunity to meet other students as well as to learn more about the local area while serving the community.

We will meet at the NSU Shark Fountain at 8:00 am on Saturday, September 22 and work from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and then travel back to campus. Attendance is capped at 75 participants, so come early!

Begin your journey at NSU by serving the community and meeting your fellow Sharks!

For more information, contact the Office of Student Leadership and Civic Engagement at (954) 262-7195 or slce@nova.edu or stop by the office located on the second floor of Rosenthal Student Center.

NSU Shark Fountain

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