| Thursday - 8.27.09 |
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| TBA |
Residence Halls Move-in |
Check in at the Ted Constant Convocation Center. |
| TBA |
Freshman Service Experience |
The Freshman Service Experience is an optional Week of Welcome event that introduces students to the Monarch Spirit of Service & Civic Engagement. During the day, students are introduced to the importance of service to the local and global community and spend time volunteering at one of several non-profits in the local area. Pre-registration required (on-line registration coming soon). |
| 9am-2pm |
Alumni Office Tent |
Stop by the Alumni Office tent for information about campus and the Norfolk area. Alumni Relations Building (on the corner of 49th Street and Hampton Blvd.) |
| 1pm-9pm |
Prize Patrol |
WOW staff members will distribute prizes to new ODU students. Various locations. |
| 6pm |
Opening Dinner |
Food, fun, and friends co-hosted by the ODU Alumni Association and the Office of Student Activities and Leadership (OSAL). The Ted Constant Convocation Center. |
| 7pm |
Golden Dragon Acrobats |
The Student Activities Council (SAC) presents the "Golden Dragon Acrobats." The Ted Constant Convocation Center. |
| Friday - 8.28.09 |
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| 11:30am |
Spirit Rally |
How much ODU spirit do you have? This Week of Welcome event is one you won't want to miss. This is your chance to learn the cheers and become a part of the Monarch traditions. |
| 8pm-12am |
ODU After Dark: The Party |
A casino-themed game night. Play blackjack, poker, roulette, and other great games! Everyone has a chance to win prizes including a free semester's worth of books! Also, come and meet the ODU Greeks and enjoy a free ice cream social! Webb Center. |
| Saturday - 8.29.09 |
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| 12pm |
Bus Trips |
Take a free trip to the Virginia Beach Oceanfront, Motor World, Ocean Breeze Water Park, or the Virginia Zoo! |
| 8pm |
Outdoor Movie |
"Star Trek." To view the trailer, click here. Kaufman Mall. |
| Sunday - 8.30.09 |
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| 4pm |
Freshman Convocation |
Your official welcome to ODU from the University President, faculty, staff and a keynote speaker. Freshmen are required to attend. Family and guests are welcome. Freshmen, please wear black and white professional attire to this ceremony. The Ted Constant Convocation Center. |
| Monday - 8.31.09 |
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| All Day |
Classes Begin |
Campus-wide. |
| 7:30am-5:30pm |
Reach ODU |
Have questions? We've got answers! Come find us at various spots around campus. |
| Tuesday - 9.1.09 |
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| 7:30am-5:30pm |
Reach ODU |
Have questions? We've got answers! Come find us at various spots around campus. |
| Wednesday - 9.2.09 |
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| 7pm-9pm |
Gameshow: "Reality Check" |
Realty Check is a fast paced trivia game show - questions related to alcohol and drugs as well as their consequences, current events, and pop culture will be included. Cash and other prizes will be awarded to student participants! The game show includes: interactive play, team building, competition, and fun. North Cafeteria, Webb Center. |
| Thursday - 9.3.09 |
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| 11am-2pm |
MainStreet |
Student Organization Fair. Get information about the 200+ student organizations on campus, meet members, and find out how to join! Kaufman Mall. |
| Friday - 9.4.09 |
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| 7pm |
First Friday Pep Rally |
Kaufman Mall. |
| Saturday - 9.5.09 |
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| 3pm-5:30pm |
Student Pre-Party |
Kaufman Mall. |
| 6pm |
First Football Game: ODU Monarchs vs. Chowan |
Foreman Field. |
