For those students new to Marymount University, welcome! For students who are returning, welcome back! We hope your summer was relaxing and energizing, and that you are ready for the coming academic year. Take advantage of these events to meet new friends or reconnect with fellow students:
| Friday, August 24 |
All day
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First-year student move-in
Across campus
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4 pm
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Convocation and Welcome Reception
Verizon Arena, Lee Center and Gerard Dining Hall
Come be part of a longstanding tradition to kick off the new academic year. Invite your family to attend and see you off for a great first year at Marymount.
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7 pm
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Office of Campus and Residential Services Meeting with Freshmen
Verizon Arena, Lee Center
All residential freshmen must attend this meeting to discuss community expectations and policies. You'll also learn about campus resources.
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8 pm
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Illusionist/Mentalist Wayne Hoffman
Hosted by Marymount University Programming Board (MUPB)
Reinsch Auditorium
You'll be impressed by Wayne Hoffman's high energy and entertaining magical and psychological feats! He's performed on the Ellen DeGeneres Show and NBC's Phenomenon. Be sure to get there early. This is one of the most popular events of Welcome Weekend.
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| Saturday, August 25 |
| 9 am |
Alcohol EDU Make-up Session
Caruthers Hall, Room 1016
Alcohol EDU is an online alcohol prevention program used by more than 500 colleges and universities nationwide.
This session is required for all students who have not yet completed it. Students must complete this prior to the start of school.
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| 11 am |
"Making the Most of your College Experience"
Keynote speaker Dr. Mari Ann Callais
Verizon Arena Lee Center
Dr. Mari Ann Callais isn't your typical keynote speaker. She brings a fun, upbeat, and interactive experience to her audiences. She travels across the country with her guitar to discuss how to take full advantage of your time in college and its endless opportunities.
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| Noon |
Lunch with your Orientation Leaders and Peer Mentors
Gerard Dining Hall
Reconnect with those fun and crazy Orientation Leaders and meet the Peer Mentor assigned to your DISCOVER class.
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1:30 pm
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DISCOVER 101/201 Meetings
Various classrooms
Meet your Peer Mentors and your DSC 101/201 classmates. This is your opportunity to ask any questions before the first day of class.
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2:30 pm
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Volunteer Service Day
Hosted by Campus Ministry Association
Lee Center Atrium
Be part of a great tradition! Fan out across the Arlington community to lend a helping hand. Be the change!
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8 pm
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Northside Social and Southside Social
Hosted by Office of Campus and Residential Services
Meet your neighbors, as well as your Resident Assistant (RA) and Resident Director (RD).
Northside Social
Rowley Lobby
Buildings include Rowley, Butler, and St. Joe's.
Southside Social
Gerard Lobby
Building include Gerard, Berg, and Lee Ostapenko
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9 pm
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Drive-in Movie: The Avengers
Hosted by Marymount University Programming Board (MUPB)
Ireton Lawn
Watch your favorite superheroes combine to conquer all, just like you'll do in your first semester here! Join in for a movie night under the stars.
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| Sunday, August 26 |
10 am
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Alcohol EDU Make-up Session
Caruthers Hall, Room 1016
Alcohol EDU is an online alcohol prevention program used by more than 500 colleges and universities nationwide.
This session is required for all students who have not yet completed it. Students must complete this prior to the start of school.
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11 am - 2 pm
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Dude, where's my class?
Lee Center Patio
Don't want to stick out on the first day of classes? Then get a camps tour to ensure you know where all of your classes are! Tours will be given by Admissions Ambassadors.
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1:30 - 3:30 pm
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Shuttle to Target
Hosted by Student Government Association
Meet in front of Gerard Lobby
Forgot your toothbrush? Got the wrong size sheets? Hop this shuttle to Target. Free rides to and from Target to stock up on everything you've discovered you need!
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4:30 pm
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Student Employment Workshop
Caruthers 1021
Interested in campus jobs and federal work-study opportunities? Come find out more information about all the employment opportunities on campus.
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6 pm
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Marymount University Global Thinkers floor "Meet and Greet"
Hosted by International Student Services
MUGT Lobby, Gerard Hall
Residents of the Marymount Global Thinkers themed community will have a welcome gathering on the floor's lounge in Gerard Hall. Students will have the opportunity to welcome new residents, discuss the goals of the community, and receive an MUGT t-shirt. Refreshments provided.
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7 pm
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Welcome Back Mass
Chapel
All are welcome to join fellow students for the first Mass of the school year.
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8 pm
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Welcome Back Party
Ireton Lawn
A party you don't want to miss. Free food, lawn games, and a chance to celebrate the beginning of a new school year.
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| Monday, August 27 |
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First day of classes
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3 pm
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Bike Share Membership Meeting
Hosted by the Commuter Activities Board
Location TBD
Don't have a car and need a bike to get somewhere? Learn more about Bernie's Bikes, MU's bike share program. This program allows MU students to rent bikes to get around and discover everything Arlington and DC have to offer.
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5 pm
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Dollar Dinner
Hosted by Campus Ministry Association
Gerard Lobby
Every Monday, Campus Ministry hosts a Dollar Dinner. Students can meet other students, join in fellowship, and interact in a faith-guided discussion.
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| 9:30 pm |
Student Government Association Election Information Session
Location TBD
Want to run for a spot on the SGA senate? Come to a mandatory meeting to learn more.
Open SGA Meeting
Location TBD
Do you want to see something happen in SGA? Join SGA members for their first open meeting of the year. See what your fellow MU students are doing on behalf of the student population.
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| 10 pm |
Floor Meetings
Various locations
All residential students are required to attend their designated floor meeting. If you are not sure where to meet, contact your RA to find out more. You will meet with your neighbors and RA. You will also discuss hall programming and policies.
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| Tuesday, August 28 |
9 am - 4 pm
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DMV Mobile Unit
Hosted by International Student Services
Gerard Parking Lot
DMV 2 Go is a full-service office on wheels that conducts any DMV transaction that can be done at a DMV office, including applying or renewing driver's licenses and ID cards, facilitating vehicle transactions as well as conducting road tests.
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11 am - 2 pm
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Volunteer Service Open House
The Lodge Lounge
Interested in service? Learn about all of the volunteer opportunities and events for the upcoming year, including Special Olympics, Alternative Spring Break, and weekly volunteer opportunities.
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| 9:30 pm |
SGA Election Information Session
Location: TBD
Want to run for a spot on the SGA senate? Come to a mandatory meeting to learn more.
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| 9:30 pm |
Movie: The Avengers
Bernie's, Lee Center
Missed your favorite superhero last week? Watch a repeat of this movie in Bernie's.
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| Wednesday, August 29 |
9 am
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SGA Election Information Session
Location: TBD
Want to run for a spot on the SGA senate? Come to a mandatory meeting to learn more.
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Noon - 3 pm
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Club Fair
Outside Lee Center; Rain location: Lee Center Atrium
Check out all the awesome clubs and organizations that are available at Marymount. There is something for everyone. Get involved!
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| 1:30 - 2 pm |
Campus Rosary
Hosted by Campus Ministry Association
Mary Grotto
Join fellow students in praying the Rosary together. This is the first of many weekly rosaries said together as a community.
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| 9:30 pm |
SGA Election Information Session
Location: TBD
Want to run for a spot on the SGA senate? Come to a mandatory meeting to learn more.
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9:30 pm
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Comedian
Bernie's
Come share laughs with fellow classmates.
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| Thursday, August 30 |
9 am
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SGA Election Information Session
Location: TBD
Want to run for a spot on the SGA senate? Come to a mandatory meeting to learn more.
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Hip Hop Workshop
Hosted by the Dance Team
Lower Rec Gym, Lee Center
Can you move like Mike Jagger? Well, the Dance Team can help! Join them to learn the latest moves and meet some new people!
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5:30 - 8 pm
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Volunteer Service Open House
The Lodge Lounge
Join other students, faculty, and alumni for a few hours of service followed by dinner. You can meet new students, learn about ongoing volunteer opportunities and give back to the community.
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| 9:30 pm |
SGA Election Information Session
Location: TBD
Want to run for a spot on the SGA senate? Come to a mandatory meeting to learn more.
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| Friday, August 31 |
4 pm
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Women's Soccer Game
Long Bridge Field
Come cheer on the women's soccer team in their first home game. Get to see more of Arlington and Long Bridge Field. Go Saints!
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Wednesday, September 5
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11:30 am
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Mass of the Holy Spirit Sacred Heart of Mary Chapel
A tradition at many Catholic colleges and universities, this event is an opportunity for the campus community to come together in prayer and thanksgiving for the start of a new academic year. The Most Reverend Paul S. Loverde, Bishop of the Diocese of Arlington, is the celebrant. All students, faculty, and staff are encouraged to attend.
To facilitate participation by the campus community, morning classes will dismiss at 11 a.m. and resume at 2 p.m. on this day.
All are invited to lunch in the Gerard Dining Hall immediately following the Mass.
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