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Welcome to Keene State College! We are excited that you have decided to join our community. Opening Weekend is one of the most important events of the academic year. All of us at KSC are eager to help our new students and their families in any way we can-if you need anything, just ask!
Let the journey begin…
ORIENTATION II
This day is for all students who have never attended college, whether you live on or off campus. June Orientation gave you the chance to get some basic information about KSC, meet some classmates, and complete your course schedule for fall semester. Orientation II (O-II) provides you with the tools to get off to a successful start at Keene State College, including information about what to do in your first weeks here.
During the Orientation II Academic Session, you will get a chance to reconnect with your Orientation Leader and students you met during June Orientation, as well as students who are interested in your area of study. You'll be assisted by a member of the Orientation staff so that you can maintain those connections. At this session, you will get the name of your Academic Advisor. Students who have indicated an educational goal will work with a Faculty Advisor in that discipline; students who are undecided will work with an Advisor from the Academic and Career Advising Center. You must bring your fall schedule to O-II. It can be printed from your MyKSC account.
First-Year Students
Opening Weekend Guide
Saturday August 23
Residence Hall Check-In
- 9 a.m. – Noon
for students in odd numbered rooms
- 1 – 4 p.m.
for students in even numbered rooms
Helpful hints
- Vehicles will be directed to temporary unloading zones located near the residence halls.
- Volunteer staff, faculty and students will be available from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. to assist with the unloading of belongings.
- To make the move-in process safe and efficient for all students and families, we ask that you move your vehicle from the temporary unloading zone as soon as belongings are unloaded.
- There must be an open lane at all times for in-coming and emergency vehicles to pass through city and campus streets.
- Volunteers and Campus Safety staff will direct you to the long term lots and a shuttle will be available for return to your student's hall.
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How to get to your hall on Move-In Day
FIRST-YEAR Opening Dinner
Residence Hall Floor Meetings
Ronnie Jordan Comedy Show!
- 8 – 10 p.m.
Student Center--Mabel Brown Room
Sponsored by Social Activities Council
"From the very start, funny man Ronnie Jordan has proven that he's a comedy force to be reckoned with. After only a year on the comedy scene, the kid voted 'Most Wittiest' in high school was crowned 'Rookie of the Year' in 2001 by the famed Uptown Comedy Corner in Atlanta."
Sunday August 24
Orientation II
Key Steps to Building a Successful Career at Keene State College
For all students who have never attended college, living on or off campus
What Is Orientation II?
Summer Orientation gave you the chance to get some basic information about KSC, meet some classmates and complete your course schedule for fall semester. Orientation II (O-II) provides you with the tools to get off to a successful start at Keene State College including information about what to do in your first weeks here.
During the Academic Session, you will get a chance to reconnect with your Orientation Leader and students you met during summer Orientation, as well as students who are interested in your area of study. You'll be assisted by a member from the Orientation staff so that you can maintain that connection throughout your first year. At this session, you will get the name of your Academic Advisor.
Students who have indicated an educational goal will work with a Faculty Advisor in that discipline; students who are undecided will work with an Advisor from the Academic and Career Advising Center.
You must bring your fall schedule to O-II, which can be printed from your MyKSC account.
O-II Events at a Glance
FIRST-YEAR Student Brunch
- 10 – 11:10 a.m.
Zorn Dining Commons
(meal plan or cash required)
Academic Session Line-up
- 11:15 a.m.
Appian Way
Orientation Staff and other student leaders will guide you to your appropriate Academic Session.
Meet according to your group number (posted at your residence hall and the Student Center). It's not the same group number you had at summer Orientation.
Academic Session
- 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Parker, Morrison, Rhodes Hall Classrooms
This session will help you understand some of the less obvious differences between high school and college study and how to get off to a good start during your first weeks at KSC.
Faculty members will go over a typical syllabus, review academic policies and procedures, and inform you how to adjust your schedule of classes.
You'll learn how to tell if you're on track in your courses and receive tips on college-level academic success.
In addition, you will receive an academic planner which will help you with one of the biggest challenges most new students face at college- managing your time.
FIRST-YEAR Student Convocation
Procession Line-up
- 1:15 p.m.
Appian Gateway and Main St.
You're not just attending Keene State College; you're joining an institution with a long history of scholarship, service and stewardship. The entire class of 2012 will gather together in this festive, tradition-filled ceremony.
FIRST-YEAR Student Convocation
- 1:30 – 2:15 p.m.
Main Gym, Spaulding Gymnasium
Join the President, Faculty and your entire group of classmates for the official start of your college experience. At this must-attend event you'll meet the incoming Student Body President, Distinguished Faculty and learn about the values and traditions of Keene State College.
Classroom Tours
- 2:15 – 2:45 p.m.
Meet in the Student Center Atrium
You may have toured the campus before, but this tour during opening weekend will be different. The tours will be personalized to help you learn the exact location of your classrooms. Bring your academic schedule. Take this opportunity to relieve a bit of first-week stress by knowing ahead of time exactly where you need to go for all of your classes. This is always one of the top-rated programs offered at O-II!
All-Student Dinner
- 4 – 7:30 p.m.
Zorn Dining Commons (meal plan or cash required)
Returning Students
Opening Day Guide
Sunday August 24
RETURNING STUDENTSResidence Hall Check-In
Check into your residence hall unless you live in the following areas:
| Halls |
Check in |
83-85 Blake
Proctor
Carroll |
Huntress/Fiske Quad |
Tisdale
Keddy
361 Main |
Bushnell Quad |
27 Appleton
Pondside II |
Pondside I |
Fall ’08 Floor Meeting
Sunday evening – Look for information in your residence hall about the time and location.
Residence Hall Check-In
- 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Vehicles will be directed to temporary unloading zones located near the residence halls. To make the move-in process safe and efficient for all students and families, we ask that you move your vehicle from the temporary unloading zone as soon as belongings are unloaded. There must be an open lane at all times for in-coming and emergency vehicles to pass through city and campus streets. Staff and Campus Safety officers will direct you to the long term lots and a shuttle will be available for return to your hall.
Student Services:
Opening Weekend Hours
Student Center
- 8 a.m. – Midnight
Saturday and Sunday
Food Court
Note: Flex accounts begin on Sunday
Bean & Bagel
- 8 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Saturday
- 8 a.m. – 11:30 p.m.
Sunday
Lloyd's
- 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday
KSC Bookstore & Computer Connections
- 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday
Reserved textbooks can be picked up at the Student Center Casual Study Lounge (just inside the front doors) until 5 pm on Sunday, August 24th. After that time, reserved textbooks will be returned to the shelves and deposits will be forfeited.
Information Technology Group (ITG) HelpDesk
- 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. Saturday
11 a.m. – 8 p.m. Sunday
- ITG assists students setting up network access (wired/wireless), configuring and using MyKSC, telephone/voicemail services, and providing cable TV service support.
- ITG provides on-site support for specific technical situations and provides assistance for software and network issues via the telephone.
- ITG student and staff technicians will be roaming through the residence halls on Saturday and Sunday and will be available for assistance. Look for gray t-shirts with the IT Group logo.
- Call the HelpDesk at 358-2532, visit our website or stop by our office on the 2nd floor of Elliot Hall.
Transfer Student Check-In Information
Transfer Students
- If you attended June Orientation...
... then your move-in day is Saturday, August 23, and you should attend both the Orientation II program and New Student Convocation on Sunday
- If you were invited to but did not attended June Orientation...
... then your move-in day is Saturday, August 23, and you should attend both the Orientation II program and New Student Convocation on Sunday
- If you selected classes in July...
... then you can move-in either Saturday or Sunday. You should not attend Orientation II but should attend the New Student Convocation on Sunday
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We wish you every success in this new chapter in your life. Throughout the year, please let us know whenever you need information or our assistance.
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