2017/2018 New Student Orientation Schedule Rough Draft
Saturday, August 12, 2017: NEW INTERNATIONAL STUDENT MOVE-IN
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.New International Residential Students Move-In
Residence Life Office, 1st Floor, Goldstein Hall
Complete moving into your Residence Hall
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.Brunch
Hammond Commons
($7.00 if not on meal plan) or lunch on your own
1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Campus Tour
Meet in Goldstein Hall Lobby
2:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.Free Shopping Shuttles
US 41/MLK Corner Lot
Transportation is available to several locations so that students can purchase items for their rooms.
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Dinner
Hammond Commons
Meet other students and parents, ESL Faculty, Director of International Student Affairs and other staff.
7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.Activities on the Plaza
Scott Plaza
Come meet your fellow International Students while playing games on the plaza.
Sunday, August 13, 2017: NEW INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS ESL WORKSHOP
10:00 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.Meet with Director of International Student Affairs- REQUIRED
Goldstein Library 113
10:45a.m. – 11:45 a.m.ESL Program Welcomeand Introduction -REQUIRED
Goldstein Library 113
Explanation ofWritingPlacementProcess
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.Brunch
Hammond Commons
($7.00 if not on meal plan) or lunch on your own
1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Speaking andListeningTesting- REQUIRED
Goldstein Library 218
Requiredregardlessoffluencylevel!
1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Time to WorkonPlacementEssay
6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.Dinner
Hammond Commons
Monday, August 14, 2017: NEW INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS PRE-ORIENTATION
7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.Breakfast
Hammond Commons
($6.00 if not on meal plan)
10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Check-In withDirector of InternationalStudentAffairs – REQUIRED
Goldstein Library 219
8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Time to Work on Placement Essay
9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.UWC/DAVIS Scholar Meeting- REQUIRED
Goldstein Library 2nd Floor
10:00 A.M. – 4:00 P.M. ESL Offices Open
Goldstein Library 218
Complete the speaking and listening testing, which is required regardless of your fluency level and feel free to stop by with any questions with the ESL Faculty and Staff.
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.Campus Bookstore Open
11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.-Lunch
Hammond Commons
($7.00 if not on meal plan) or lunch on your own
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.-Free Shopping Shuttles
US 41/MLK Corner Lot
Transportation is available to several locations so that students can purchase items for their rooms or just get out and see the city
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.Connection Sessions
Academic Center Auditorium
A time for international students to meet one another, as well as staff that will assist them during their time at Ringling College
5:30 p.m.- 7:00 p.m.Dinner with OL’s & RA’s
Hammond Commons
7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.Game Night with OL’s & RA’s
Hammond Commons
Tuesday, August 15, 2017: NEW INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS PRE-ORIENTATION
7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.Breakfast
Hammond Commons
($6.00 if not on meal plan)
9:00 a.m. – 9:45 a.m.Meet with Director of International Student Affairs
Academic Center 209
This is a time to learn about the federal obligations required for all International Students. A continental breakfast will be provided.
9:45 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.Meet with Career Services and Human Resources Representatives
Academic Center 209
10:15 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.International Student Welcome & Information Session
Academic Center 209
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.Campus Bookstore Open
11:45 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.The Brickman Experience Lunch with OL’s
Brickman Café
1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m.International Student Transitions
Academic Center 209
Get to know the wonderful Counseling, Advising, Health, ARC and writing staff during this interactive experience!
2:30 p.m. -4:00 p.m.Scavenger Hunt with OL’s
Meet in the Academic Center 1st Floor Lobby
5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.Tours of St. Armands Circle
US41/MLK Corner Parking Lot
Tour the city with your Orientation Leaders and bring money to dine out at a venue of your choice at beautiful St. Armands Circle. Shuttle departs circle back to campus at 8:00 p.m.
8:00 p.m.Return to Ringling
Wednesday, August 16, 2017: MOVE-IN DAY
7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.Breakfast (Meal Plan Starts Today)
Hammond Commons
($6.00 if not on meal plan)
8:30 a.m. – NoonResident Key Pick-up/Move-In
Make sure to pick up your residence hall keys at the Welcome Tents for each of the following locations:
Goldstein and Keating Hall (All Residents aside from Appleton, Idelson & Harmon)
Bayou Village Parking Lot
2736 Bradenton Rd.
Appleton, Idelson & Harmon
1130 Greensboro Lane
(At 12:00 Noon, key pickup moves to the Office of Residence Life)
9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.International Student Paperwork
Academic Center Auditorium
9:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m.Outtakes Café Open
Ulla Searing Student Center
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.Campus Bookstore Open
10:30 a.m. – NoonInternational Student Bank Account Setup
Academic Center Auditorium
Representatives from local banks will be here to help International Students establish bank accounts if needed.
11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.Lunch
Hammond Commons
($7.00 if not on meal plan) or lunch on your own
Noon – 5:30 p.m.Resident Key Pick-Up/Move-In
Goldstein Hall- 1st Floor Residence Life Wing
Make sure to pick up your residence hall keys!
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.Health Vaccination Clinic
Student Health Center
Available for students missing necessary vaccinations
1:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.Academic Resource Center Transition Workshop for Student with Disabilities
**for those in need of services
Academic Center 209
Meet the ARC staff and learn about their services for disabilities and other learning support.
2:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.Free Shopping Shuttles
US 41/MLK Corner Lot
Transportation to purchase items for rooms.
See SHUTTLE SCHEDULE for specific pick-up and drop-off times.
5:30 p.m.- 7:00 p.m.Dinner
Hammond Commons
($8.00 if not on meal plan) or Dinner on your own
7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.Parents Association Hospitality Suite (Parents)
Goldstein Library
Meet and connect with fellow Ringling College parents while enjoying the supportive, social atmosphere.
7:00 p.m. – 8:25 p.m.Residence Life All Hall Meeting
Academic Center Auditorium
Mandatory for all Keating, Appleton, Idelson and Harmon Residents
7:00 p.m. – 8:25 p.m.Activity with OL’s & RA’s
Scott Plaza
Goldstein Hall & Commuter Students
8:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.Residence Life All Hall Meeting
Academic Center Auditorium
Mandatory for all Goldstein Hall Residents
8:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.Activity with OL’s & RA’s
Scott Plaza
Keating, Appleton, Idelson and Harmon Residents
Thursday, August 17, 2017: NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION
7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.Breakfast
Hammond Commons
($6.00 if not on meal plan)
8:30 a.m. – NoonNew Student Move-In Cont’d
Goldstein Hall- 1st Floor Residence Life Wing
9:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m.Outtakes Café Open
Ulla Searing Student Center
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.Academic Advising Office Open
2nd Floor, Ulla Searing Student Center
Individual appointments may be scheduled with our professional staff. Please just stop by for help.
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.Academic Resource Center Open
Goldstein Library 2nd Floor
Individual appointments may be scheduled with our professional staff. Please email .
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.Campus Bookstore Open
10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.Student Processing
Academic Center Auditorium
Pick-up your class schedule, completeimportant paperwork, secure a parkingpermit, get your student ID photo taken,obtain your MacBook computer and muchmore that will get you ready for classes. Learn about campus community resource too.
Last Name Starting with…Processing Start Time
A-C10:00 a.m.
D-F10:30 a.m.
G-I11:00 a.m.
J-L11:30 a.m.
M-O12:00 p.m.
P-R12:30 p.m.
S-U1:00 p.m.
V-Z1:30 p.m.
11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.Lunch
Hammond Commons
($7.00 if not on meal plan) or lunch on your own
2:45 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.Meeting for Incoming Veterans’ Association Students & Incoming Dependents of Veterans and Families
Academic Center 209
This is for Veterans and Dependents of Veterans receiving educational benefits. Information will be provided, as well as a Question & Answer Session.
3:30 p.m. – 4:10 p.m.Parent Transition Session (Parents)
Academic Center Auditorium
This session will be led by our Associate Dean of Students and Director of Health Services to help parents prepare for what to expect during the College transition time period, feelings they may encounter, how to best help their student be successful and more.
4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.Non-Traditional Student Meet and Greet
Brickman Café
This session is for students 25+ entering into their first year, giving them the opportunity to meet with one another and discuss commonalities.
4:15 p.m. – 4:50 p.m.Parent Partnership Session (Parents)
Academic Center Auditorium
Meet parents of Ringling Students and Alumni, hear their experiences and learn how to become involved in the Parent’s Association.
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.Commuter Student Dinner
Brickman Café/Café Deck
Dinner provided for Commuter Students and Parents
5:30 p.m.- 7:00 p.m.Dinner
Hammond Commons
($8.00 if not on meal plan) or Dinner on your own
6:00 p.m. – 6:45 p.m.Commuter Student Meeting
Academic Center Auditorium
7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.Movie Night OL’s & RA’s
Scott Plaza
Meet fellow students, both new and upper-classmen!
Friday, August 18, 2017: NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION
7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.Breakfast
Hammond Commons
($6.00 if not on meal plan)
8:45 a.m. – 9:15 p.m.Students’ with Undeclared Majors Session
Academic Center Auditorium
An information session for those students who have not yet declared a major.
9:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m.Outtakes Café Open
Ulla Searing Student Center
9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.Department Conversations
Discover more about your major and get a chance to meet your department head, faculty mentors, instructors and other classmates in these up-close and personal discussions.
Major:Room:
Business of Art & Design
Computer AnimationRoskamp Exhibition Hall
Creative Writing
Film
Fine Arts
Game Art
Graphic Design
IllustrationAcademic Center Auditorium
Interior Design
Motion Design
Photography
Visual Studies
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.Campus Bookstore Open
11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.Lunch
Hammond Commons
($7.00 if not on meal plan) or lunch on your own
12:30 p.m. – 1:20 p.m.Shuttles depart for Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
Van Wezel Address: 777 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL
Shuttles Depart from US41/MLK Corner Parking Lot
1:30 p.m. – 2:45 p.m.Official Welcome
Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, Main Theater
Dr. Tammy S. Walsh, VP/Dean of Students
Jim Dean, Dean of Admissions
Dr. Larry R. Thompson, President of Ringling College
Academic Overview
Jeff Schwartz, Co-Interim Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean of Undergraduate Studies
2:45 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.Break
3:00 p.m. – 4:15 p.m.Dr. T and the Team
Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, Main Theater
A Ringling College take on talk shows! Learn important information and have fun!
4:15 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.Student Shuttles depart for Ringling College
4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.President’s Reception for Parents (Parents)
Van Wezel Performing Arts Ballroom
Meet Dr. Larry R. Thompson and mingle with other key Ringling College administrators, faculty and parents. Enjoy great hors d’oeuvres and beverages!
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.BBQ Bonanza
Hammond Commons
($8.00 if not on meal plan) or Dinner on your own
6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.Free Time/Family Farewells
7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.Inflatables on the Plaza
Scott Plaza
Saturday, August 19, 2017: NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION
7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.Breakfast
Hammond Commons
($6.00 if not on meal plan)
9:00 a.m.Shuttles depart for Community Service Projects
US41/MLK Corner Parking Lot
9:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m.Outtakes Café Open
Ulla Searing Student Center
9:30 a.m. – 12:00 NoonCommunity Service Projects
Community Service Project Sites (Various Locations)
Meet and participate in one of the many opportunities for service.
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.Campus Bookstore Open
12:00 Noon – 1:00 p.m.Brunch
Hammond Commons
($7.00 if not on meal plan) or lunch on your own
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.Meet Your Academic Advisor
Academic Center Auditorium
3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.First-Year Success Tools
Academic Center 214/215
This is a drop-in workshop hosted by the Academic Resource Center to help students with the basic skills needed their first year, including Time Management, using Draw and the Canvas Instructional System.
2:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.Free Time
5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.Dinner
Hammond Commons
($8.00 if not on meal plan) or Dinner on your own
7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.Campus Improv Show & Coffee House
Scott Plaza
Sunday, August 20, 2017: NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.Campus Bookstore Open
7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.Brunch
Hammond Commons
($7.00 if not on meal plan) or lunch on your own
1:15 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.Shuttle departs for Lido Beach
US41/MLK Corner Parking Lot
1:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.Lido Beach Trip
This will be a non-chaperoned trip to North Lido Beach! Make sure you have sunscreen and water. See SHUTTLE SCHEDULE for specific pick-up and drop-off times.
5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.Dinner
Hammond Commons
($8.00 if not on meal plan) or Dinner on your own
5:00 p.m. – 1:00 a.m.Outtakes Café Open
Ulla Searing Student Center
8:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.Mandatory Floor Meeting for all Residential Students
All Floors, All Halls
Monday, August 21, 2017: CLASSES BEGIN
8:30 a.m.Classes Begin!
11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.Welcome Back with Residence Life and the Commuter Student Initiative
Scott Plaza
Join us on the Plaza for a sweet treat on the first day of classes!
POSSIBLE COUNSELING CENTER EVENT
Tuesday, August 22, 2017: WELCOME WEEK
11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.MacBook Workshop
Academic Center Auditorium
Come learn basic uses of your new MacBook, as well as the software on it.
5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.Rockwall on the Plaza
Scott Plaza
Wednesday, August 23, 2017: WELCOME WEEK
10:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.Campus Blood Drive
Circle Drive at Larry R. Thompson Academic Center
SunCoast Blood Bank will be on campus with their mobile unit taking blood donations. Please bring clear picture ID to donate. Must be 18+.
11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.Volunteerism Project on the Deck
Ulla Searing Student Center Deck
Thursday, August 24, 2017: WELCOME WEEK
11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.Managing Your Money Workshop
Student Smart Room, 1st Floor Goldstein Hall
Come learn about necessary budgeting skills and money managing tips to help throughout your college experience. Lunch provided!
Friday, August 25, 2016: WELCOME WEEK
11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.Volunteer Fair
Ulla Searing Student Center Deck/Exhibition Hall
Visit with several local Sarasota organizations to find out how you can get actively involved volunteering in your own back yard.
11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.Campus Club Fair
Ulla Searing Student Center Deck/Exhibition Hall
Come learn about all the ways you can get actively engaged in campus life and activities.
Saturday, August 26, 2016: WELCOME BACK EVENT
8:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.Welcome Back Party
Exhibition Hall