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TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2007

8:00am - 11:00am Second Harvest Food Bank, Orange County	Anteater Welcome Week Service Project Second Harvest Food Bank acquires approximately 300,000 pounds of fresh produce through the harvesting of donor fields, with the help of volunteers. Fresh produce from the fields is then distributed to our neighbors in need. Join us in this gleaning project in an effort to help fight hunger Orange County. Sign up soon, as space is limited. Visit www.volunteer.uci.edu for more information.
8:00am - 2:00pm Ring Malll	The Peer Academic Advising Program presents: First Resort Advising Peer academic advisors ("PAAs") will be stationed in a booth directly in front of Aldrich Hall. They will offer academic advising and information about campus resources to any and all students who stop by. They will disseminate literature about the PAA program as well as other brochures about UCI resources.
8:00pm - 6:00pm Humanities 257	Students for Sustainability A showcase of the sustainability initiatives being led by the Irvine Student Sustainability Coalition, a chapter of the California Student Sustainability Coalition.
8:30am - 5:00pm Room 5011 Donald Bren Hall	Pre-Quarter Orientation for New ICS TAs (required) Professional development program for new teaching assistants in the Bren School of ICS. New ICS TAs who have not already registered should contact Kris Bolcer (kris@ics.uci.edu, (949) 824-5156). Lunch will be provided.
9:00 - 10:30am Social Science Tower 370	Social Science Department Dialogue Social Science majors pursuing undergraduate studies in Public and Community Service, Research, Education or Multi-cultural Studies should be sure to discover the specifics about your specialization at the SSARC (SST 370). Chair Jeanett Castellanos and Professor Christopherson will host the dialogue.
9:00 - 10:30am Social Ecology II 1304	Anthropology Department Dialogue Anthropology's dynamic energies and opportunities will be introduced to dialogue attendees by Professor Susan Greenhalgh. Discover the keys to academic success in Anthropology and meet some of the wonderful mentors that will guide you throughout your academic career.
9:00am - 4:30pm Social Science Tower 220A	University Studies Discussion Leader Refresher Training Mandatory training for all University Studies 2 discussion leaders.
9:00am - 5:00pm 2200 Student Services II	Transfer Student Center and Lounge Grand Opening Celebration All new and continuing transfer students to UC Irvine are welcome to stop by and visit the new Transfer Student Center and Lounge. Come and see where you can hang out, store, cook and eat your lunch, get a cup of coffee, tea or water, check your email and study in one of the private study rooms!
9:30am - 5:00pm Music & Media Building, room 220	UCI Orchestra - Audition for Strings For those interested in playing in the UCI Symphony Orchestra, contact the Music office at (949) 824-6615 to set up an audition time. If you are unable to audition on this day, please call for further instructions. Audition requirements are available online at http://music.arts.uci.edu/symphony/2007auditions
10:00am Aldrich Hall 256	Road Rules for Commuter Success Don't let traffic slow you down! Be prepared for your first quarter. Attend UCI "Road Rules" commuter orientations where you can meet with Upper Classmen and a small group of other commuter students. Come receive lots of important information and get all your questions answered!
10:00am - 11:30am Engineering and Computing Trailer (ECT) 101 and the ECT Patio	Undergraduate Student Affairs Open House: Cookies with Counselors The Henry Samueli School of Engineering's Undergraduate Student Affairs Office is welcoming all new undergraduate Engineering students to enjoy informal time with their Academic Counselors over cookies and other refreshments. Learn about the UGSA office and services offered.
10:00am - 2:00pm Student Health Center	Student Health Center Open House Come and tour the newly expanded Student Health Center. Come for free sample and information.
10:30am - 11:30am 2200 Student Services II	Top 10 Transfer Survival Tips How will you make the most of your transfer experience? By being fully prepared about what to expect your first quarter and beyond, and how to not only survive the transition to UC Irvine, but THRIVE in the process!
10:30am - 12:00pm Aldrich Hall 107	Disability Services New Student Orientation Orientation for new students registered with the Disability Services Center.
10:30am - 12:00pm Social Ecology II 1304	International Studies Department Dialogue Navigating the global horizon is both exciting and daunting. Explore the academic journey of the International Studies major with Chair Debra Avant and Professor Paula Garb. Come to the International Studies Dialogue to understand the breadth and depth of the major.
10:30am - 12:00pm Social Science Lab 140	Economics Department Dialogue Attending the Economics Department Dialogue is a wise investment. Spend an hour with Professor Michelle Garfinkel and discover the most direct road to academic success. A host of high achieving economics undergraduates will be present to offer peer-to-peer insights.
10:30am - 2:30pm UCI Career Center	Career Center Grand Re-Opening The Career Center is new and improved! We have more services and new ways to assist your needs. Stop by to take a tour, check out a quick workshop, or just to see what the UCI Career Center has to offer. There will be give-aways, snacks, and a drawing! When you visit the Career Center you'll know you came to the right place!
11:00am Aldrich Hall 256	Road Rules for Commuter Success Don't let traffic slow you down! Be prepared for your first quarter. Attend UCI "Road Rules" commuter orientations where you can meet with Upper Classmen and a small group of other commuter students. Come receive lots of important information and get all your questions answered!
11:00am Langson Library	Langson Library Tour
11:00am - 1:00pm Cross Cultural Center, Park Room	Work Study and Campus Job Fair Campus departments will be in one spot looking for students in need of a job. Save yourself time by exploring all of your options in one place and get a jump start on your job hunt!
11:00am - 1:00pm Office of the Dean of Students, UCI Student Center, G308	Dean of Students Family Open House The Dean of Students Family will be hosting an Open House to welcome students and help them get involved! Come join us and meet your administrators and staff at the new Student Center, 3rd floor. Refreshments will be provided.
11:00am - 1:00pm UCI Student Center, G301	Center for Service in Action Open House Looking for ways to engage in service? Visit the Center for Service in Action to find volunteer resources, community service projects, and leadership opportunities.
11:00am - 1:00pm UCI Student Center, G319	Health Education's Open House Please join Health Education as they roll out the red carpet for their open house! Health Education's star staff will be out to share the various resources that they have to offer! Snacks fit for a premiere will be served!
11:00am - 1:00pm Cross Cultural Center	ABSK Back-to-School Boba Break Asian Baptist Student Koinonia (ABSK) is a Christian fellowship and invites you to take a cool break from the hustle and bustle of Welcome Week. Come and meet new friends over boba drinks. In case you were wondering, KOINONIA is Greek for FELLOWSHIP.
11:00am - 1:30pm Langson Library	Langson Library Open House Get to know your Library! Come visit us and learn about our services and resources that can help you succeed. Play our library quest game and be qualified to enter a drawing for the grand prize. For more information please visit our website at www.lib.uci.edu
11:30am - 12:30pm Humanities Instructional Building 135	History Undergraduate Orientation Meet Department Chair Robert Moeller and Undergraduate Program Chair Lynn Mally and learn about major requirements, Phi Alpha Theta (National History Honor Society), department scholarships/awards, undergraduate advising, Humanities Out There, and the History Undergraduate Student Association.
12:00pm Langson Library	Langson Library Tour
12:00pm - 1:00pm Winifred Smith Hall	Open UCI Choir Rehearsal Join the choir members in rehearsal. Watch or participate in the choir's preparation for their European tour.
1:00pm Aldrich Hall 256	Road Rules for Commuter Success Don't let traffic slow you down! Be prepared for your first quarter. Attend UCI "Road Rules" commuter orientations where you can meet with Upper Classmen and a small group of other commuter students. Come receive lots of important information and get all your questions answered!
1:00pm Science Library	Science Library Tour
1:00pm Langson Library	Langson Library Tour
1:00pm - 2:00pm McDonnell Douglas Engineering Auditorium	Academic Success Workshop for Engineering Students Learn how to be a successful Engineering student! Workshop will include study strategies as well as tips on managing your time effectively.
1:00pm - 2:00pm Howard Schneiderman Lecture Hall, 200)	Biological Sciences 199 Undergraduate Research Training Program Learn about the variety of undergraduate research opportunities, how to find a Bio 199 faculty sponsor, policies, and required documents for enrollment.
1:00pm - 2:00pm Humanities Instructional Building 100	CIE General Info Session Helpful information for anyone who is interested in participating in a study abroad program. Learn about the many opportunities available to students that will still allow you to graduate on time.
1:00pm - 2:30pm Social Science Tower 318	Chicano-Latino Studies Department Dialogue Chicano-Latino Studies is a one-of-a-kind academic department that examines the historical and contemporary experiences of Americans of Latin American origin. Meet Chair Louis De Sipio to discover the exciting course options Chicano-Latino Studies majors explore.
1:00pm - 2:30pm Social Ecology II 1304	Cognitive Sciences Department Dialogue Attend the Cognitive Sciences Dialogue and discover the breadth of challenging courses and related research opportunities that await you. Professor Kourosh Saberi will lead the discussion and undergraduate scholars will share their perspectives.
1:00pm - 3:00pm Humanities Instructional Building 110	The 14th Annual Department of Film & Media Studies Undergraduate Orientation An opportunity to meet the Faculty, mingle with other Film & Media Studies students, and learn about this year's coming attractions!
1:30pm Humanities Instructional Building 135	Humanities Peer Mentor Program Mentee/Mentor Match-Up Humanities freshpeople meet their mentors and learn more about the program.
1:30pm - 2:30pm 2200 Student Services II	Navigating the Research University Are you wondering what is expected of an upper-division undergraduate at a major research university? Come to our entertaining and informative workshop where we will provide the resources a new transfer student needs to explore and navigate a major research university and hit the ground running this fall.
2:00pm Aldrich Hall 256	Road Rules for Commuter Success Don't let traffic slow you down! Be prepared for your first quarter. Attend UCI "Road Rules" commuter orientations where you can meet with Upper Classmen and a small group of other commuter students. Come receive lots of important information and get all your questions answered!
2:00pm - 3:00pm McDonnell Douglas Engineering Auditorium	Academic Success Workshop for Engineering Students Learn how to be a successful Engineering student! Workshop will include study strategies as well as tips on managing your time effectively.
2:00pm - 4:00pm Howard Schneiderman Lecture Hall 200	Biological Sciences Freshmen Orientation Orientation and advising for new Bio Sci freshmen and new freshmen who want to change their major to Bio Sci.
2:00pm - 5:00pm 109 Music & Media Bldg.	SING! Auditions for UCI Choir Ensembles Open auditions for the UCI Choirs. Acappella audition. Call (949) 824-6615 to set up an audition time. Walk-ins are welcomed. For further information on the Choirs, visit their webpage at http://music.arts.uci.edu/choirs
3:00pm Aldrich Hall 256	Road Rules for Commuter Success Don't let traffic slow you down! Be prepared for your first quarter. Attend UCI "Road Rules" commuter orientations where you can meet with Upper Classmen and a small group of other commuter students. Come receive lots of important information and get all your questions answered!
3:00pm - 4:00pm 2200 Student Services II	Re-Entry/Non-Traditional Transfer Student Coffee Hour Start fall quarter with lively conversation, a cup of java, and refreshments while given the opportunity to meet other re-entry students. Feel free to bring your spouse and/or children. We’d love to have you bring a short bio and be prepared to have your picture taken for our Re-entry Stars bulletin board!
3:15pm Meet for carpools at Flagpoles	Muslim Student Union Girls Bowling Trip Join the Muslim Student Union sisters for a day of fun and bonding at Irvine Lanes!
3:30pm - 4:30pm 2200 Student Services II	Top 10 Transfer Survival Tips How will you make the most of your transfer experience? By being fully prepared about what to expect your first quarter and beyond, and how to not only survive the transition to UC Irvine, but THRIVE in the process!
4:30pm Tables outside of B.C.'s Cavern on the Green	Ultimate Frisbee Join other students for a fun game of Ultimate Frisbee! Sponsored by Epic, the Asian American ministry of Campus Crusade for Christ.
4:30pm Tables outside of Phoenix Grill	Campus Crusade for Christ On-campus Scavenger Hunt Come join other students for a crazy hunt all over campus that will be fun and help you learn your way around! Sponsored by Campus Crusade for Christ.
5:00pm - 6:00pm Interfaith Center (bldg #319 between Engineering and Middle Earth)	God on Campus Hoping to grow in your faith this coming year? Come chat with Rev. Martha about deepening your spirituality while living a busy life - it can be done!
7:00pm - 8:30pm Social Science Tower 220A	Mock Trial Informational Meeting Mock Trial is a competitive organization that gives undergraduates an opportunity to learn first hand about trial law and courtroom etiquette. Using acting, critical thinking, and communication skills, students take on the roles of witnesses and attorneys and travel across the country to compete against rival universities.
8:00pm Aldrich Park, Commencement Lawn	Screen on the Green: Blades of Glory Free kettle corn! Free candy! Free drinks!
Sunset Outside Phoenix Grill	Muslim Student Union Free Iftar Come break fast with your new brothers and sisters at UCI during Ramadan - for free!

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Welcome Week Events TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2007

Welcome Week Events
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2007