Class of 2013 E-Newsletter: Issue 6
Welcome to the sixth and final issue of the Class of 2013 E-Newsletter! We hope that you've enjoyed the information and videos in the past e-newsletters. If you happened to miss the past e-newsletters, make sure to check them out on the New Student Programs website at www.muohio.edu/orientation. You can find the past issues of the e-newsletters under the "Publications and Resources" section of the website.
We hope you're getting excited for move in day and the programming for first year students starting next week! To give you more information about these things, this week's e-newsletter focuses on move in day, health and safety reminders, and upcoming programs and events for Miami students. Enjoy the video and this week's e-newsletter!
Rumble at the River
Are You Ready to Rumble? Be a part of history and welcome new Head Coach Michael Haywood into the Red and White family. The 2009 athletic season starts with the RUMBLE at the RIVER versus a Southeastern Conference opponent. Miami will play its first game ever at Paul Brown Stadium versus the University of Kentucky on September 5th.
Be a part of the largest gathering of fellow alumni, fans, faculty, students, and staff in the heart of Downtown Cincinnati at Paul Brown Stadium.
Join us, make history, and show your support this Labor Day Weekend at the Rumble at the River. www.MAKEitRED.net
Move In Day
It’s almost time to move-in! First year halls will officially open at 9:00am (EDT) on Thursday, August 20. You will be able to check-in between 9:00am and 5:30pm on that day. You will receive your room key and general hall information when you check in. Meal Plans begin at lunchtime on Thursday, August 20, and classes begin on Monday, August 24.
Please help the move-in process run smoothly for everyone by following the instructions of posted signs, police, and staff. Please refrain from driving and/or parking on the grass. We recommend quickly unloading your vehicle at the curb of your hall, and then allowing someone to keep watch while you move your car to Millett Hall for parking. Shuttles will operate all day to transport you to and from Millett Hall.
If you would like to move in early, please visit your MyCard Account to submit a request for Pre-Semester Early Arrival. Any student who enters their residence hall prior to August 20, and has not made arrangements with the Office of Student Housing and Meal Plan Services, will be charged $50 per day.
If you plan to arrive after 5:30pm on August 20, please contact the Office of Student Housing and Meal Plan Services at 513-529-5000 to make check-in arrangements and to guarantee your preferred room assignment. If you have already made arrangements to arrive prior to August 20, due to specific programs or activities, please refer to your individual arrival date and time.
First Year Institute
Thursday, August 20 – Sunday, August 23
The First Year Institute (FYI) is four days of programs before classes begin specifically for first year students! During FYI, you will attend social activities, meet new friends, learn about getting involved, gather information about student services, and participate in large and small group discussions about campus life. Here are a few highlights from this year’s FYI schedule:
- Hear Taylor Mali, the author of the summer reading book, speak at Convocation
- Explore the King Library
- Learn to play broomball, Miami’s most popular intramural sport
- Attend the Matt Nathanson concert
- Join your 3,200 classmates to participate in a giant meet & greet activity
- Watch a hypnotist performance
- Participate in the Oxford Street Fair
- Meet faculty, staff, and new students at Divisional Welcome Meetings
- And much more!
All new students will receive the full FYI schedule from their residence hall or commuter center staff members. To see a PDF of the FYI schedule click here. Get ready for four days of exciting activities and new people!
Oxford Street Fair
Come explore the Oxford community on Sunday, August 23 from 1:00pm-4:00pm. Meet at your RA’s door or with your commuter advisor and head Uptown for the Oxford Street Fair! This event is part of the FYI programming, and it’s your chance to begin making connections with the Oxford community. At the Street Fair, you can meet local Oxford residents, get involved with local service organizations and faith communities, and explore local shops and restaurants. Be sure to check out the special performance by Miami’s Steel Band from 2:00pm-3:30pm. For more information about the Oxford community, please visit the Chamber of Commerce website at www.oxfordchamber.org.
Health and Safety Reminders
E2Campus Emergency Text Messaging System
Have you signed up for Miami Emergency Text Messaging System? It's called e2Campus, and it's a system that lets designated university officials send time-sensitive communications to your cell phone via text message. The only time you’ll get text messages from e2Campus is if there’s an emergency on campus (e.g. power outage, University closing, dangerous situation on campus, etc.). Make sure to sign up for e2Campus! Click here for more information and to sign up.
Miami University Police Department
Miami University has its own Police Department located on campus to maintain a safe community. The Miami University Police Department (MUPD) is composed of 29 sworn police officers commissioned by the State of Ohio, 6 communication specialists and 5 civilian support staff. The MUPD headquarters is located on Oxford-Trenton Road (State Road 73) across from the John W. Brown Stables, and you can reach MUPD at 513-529-2222. For more information, visit www.muohio.edu/police.
Student Counseling Service
Do you need someone to talk with about homesickness, relationships, or managing stress? Make an appointment at the Student Counseling Service. The Student Counseling Service offers a wide range of psychological, psychiatric, and counseling services for students, providing help for most psychological, emotional, and interpersonal concerns. All staff are trained and experienced in dealing with the problems and concerns of first year students, and all services are confidential and completely separate from academic records. For more information about Student Counseling Service, please visit www.muohio.edu/studentcounseling.
Sexual Assault Prevention and Response
The Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program at Miami spreads awareness and educates students about ways to reduce the risk of being involved with a sexual assault. There are several resources available for those who may have been affected by a sexual assault through many on and off-campus offices, including a victim advocate through the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program. For information on support services, other resources, or how to become a peer educator on sexual assault prevention, please visit www.muohio.edu/sexualassault.
Upcoming Campus Events
Looking for events to attend on campus? Miami's Program Board offers great programming for students. Grab some friends and join us for the 10th Annual Grand Prix! Grand Prix is Program Board's go-kart race that takes place at Millett Hall on September 12. Click here for more information about Grand Prix and Program Board's other events.
Also, don't miss Program Board's 15th Annual Party on the Patio featuring Josh Kelley on September 18!
To learn more about Program Board visit www.programboard.org.