NEW STUDENT AUGUST21 - 24, 2014See you soon!

Where you belong!

Orientation GuideSMSU

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You are about to take part in a tradition at Southwest Minnesota StateUniversity. Mustang “Gold Rush” Days symbolizes the start of youracademic and social quest for success. A “Gold Rush” by definition is:

1: a rush to newly discovered goldfields in pursuit of riches2: the headlong pursuit of sudden wealth in a new or lucrative field3: to lavish attention on4: to secure a pledge of membership5: a thronging of people usually to a new place in search of wealth

Our four-day orientation program will provide sessions to acclimateyou to our student services and the guest speakers will give you adviceabout how to be successful in a college environment. The variousactivities during the days and nights will give you the opportunity tosmile, laugh, and have fun with your fellow classmates. This is thebeginning of a new chapter in your life, and we want to start it off witha BANG!

TABLE OF CONTENTSFinancial Aid/Employment Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Cashier Hours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Where & When to Check-In. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Office of Student Success. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Bookstore Hours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Frequently Asked Questions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Parking Permit Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Mustang Card Hours. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42014 Resident Assistants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42014 Orientation Leaders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6Food Service Hours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Orientation Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-9Homecoming Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Campus Map. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

REGISTRATION FOR FALL CLASSESAlthough many of you have registered for your fall classes, some have not.Information regarding August Registration on Wednesday, August 20, will bemailed to students prior to the program. You will need to RSVP by visitingwww.SMSU.edu. If you have questions about registration, please contact theOffice of Admission at 1-800-642-0684 ext. 6286.

FINANCIAL AID INFORMATIONCheck the status of your financial aid via e-services at www.SMSU.edu. Ifyour award has not been finalized, your loan is not certified, or you havequestions, please contact the Financial Aid Office at 1-800-642-0684 or 507-537-6281. The Financial Aid Office is open Monday - Friday from 8:30 a.m.to 4:00 p.m.

EMPLOYMENT INFORMATIONVERIFICATION: If you plan to work on campus while attendingSouthwest Minnesota State University, regulations require you to presentyour original social security card and a photo ID to your employer to verifyyour eligibility to work in the United States. Please be sure to bring thesedocuments with you when you come to SMSU so your payments are notdelayed.

DIRECT DEPOSIT: All students working on campus will receive paymentby direct deposit into their bank account (checking or savings). Enroll indirect deposit online through your e-services account.

IMPORTANT PAYMENT DATESAug. 4 Students must have met the minimum payment criteria.

Minimum payment criteria can be viewed at www.SMSU.edu/PaymentPolicy.

Aug. 11 Bookstore charging begins.Aug. 25 First day of classes.Aug. 29 Must meet at least minimum payment criteria for classes

registered for after Aug. 4.Aug. 29 Last day to add classes & last day to drop classes with a refund.Aug. 30 Financial Aid will be applied to fall semester bills.Sept. 5 Financial Aid Refunds:

• Direct deposits will be released to bank accounts.• All checks will be mailed from SMSU.

Sept. 30 Fall semester bills are due in full.Oct. 30 Final fall semester payment plan due date. (includes $30 charge)

CASHIER HOURSThe Cashier’s window in Business Services (IL 122) will be open extended hours during Gold Rush Days and the first week of

classes for account questions and payments.

AUGUST 21 - 22 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

AUGUST 25 - 29 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

SEPTEMBER 2 (Resumes normal hours)9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

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GOLD RUSH DAYS!

BELIEVE IN BROWN

WHERE AND WHEN TO CHECK-INMove-In Day 2014 is scheduled for Thursday, August 21st.

The Residence Life Office (Naoutha) will be open forResidence Hall check-in on Thursday from 8:00 a.m. -10:00 p.m. Our Mustang Movers will be here to help from8:00 am - 1:00 pm, so get here early!

All students must check in by Naoutha which is locatedalong Birch Street across from the Foundation ResidenceApartments. Look for the flags!

BARNES & NOBLEThe Barnes & Noble Campus Store will be openextended hours during Mustang Gold Rush Daysand the first week of classes. Below is a list of thetimes they will be open for you. Don’t forget tobring your class schedule if you’re planning topurchase or rent your books!

Monday, August 18 - Wednesday, August 209:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Thursday, August 219:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Friday, August 229:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Saturday, August 2310:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Sunday, August 2412:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Monday, August 25 - Thursday, August 288:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Friday, August 299:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Saturday, August 3010:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

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Buckingham

Camaraderie

Charisma

Chez Nous

Clapper

El Dorado

Homestead

Kamasutra

Lincoln Center

Manchester

Ocean Blvd.

Porter

Selene

Shenandoah

Sirius

Sweetland Hall

Sybaris

Titan

Foundation Residence Apartments

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Parking will be available along Wefald Drive, Birch Street,Mustang Trail, and in lots A & C. (See map on back.)

WELCOME TO OUR

MUSTANG FAMILY!To assist you in your transition to Southwest Minnesota State

University, check out these helpful resources onwww.SMSU.edu/Go/StudentSuccess:

• First Six Weeks Checklist• Resource Guide for Mustang Success • Campus Involvement Opportunities

• Mustang Success Tips• Parent/Guardian Connections

SAVE THE DATE!2ND ANNUAL MUSTANG SUCCESS NIGHT

Thursday, September 11th – 6:00pm - Conference CenterSnacks! Table Talk Sessions! Prizes!

New Mustangs – Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with faculty and staff from all over campus.

Your magazine to research the health and wellness issues that aremost prevalent on today’s campuses!

Student Orientation Issue - http://readsh101.com/go2smsu.html

Parent/Guardian Orientation Issue - http://readsh101.com/go2smsu-pp.html

Want to receive weekly updates via text about SH 101? Text the keyword SMSU to the short code 40691 to opt-in today!

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507-537-7290 • www.smsu.edu/Go/StudentSuccess

Follow us on Twitter! @SMSUSuccess

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When does my Fall Semester bill have to be paid?A: Students must have met the minimum payment criteria by August 4, 2014. Minimumpayment criteria can be viewed at www.SMSU.edu/PaymentPolicy . All fall semesteraccounts are due in full on September 30, 2014.

If I have been awarded work-study, how do I go about finding a job on campus?A: Campus job openings will be posted on our SMSU website, then search studentemployment. It is up to you to contact the departments or areas in which you areinterested and ask if they have any jobs available.

How do I get paid for the work-study hours I work?A: All student workers are paid via direct deposit. You will receive a direct deposit everytwo weeks for the number of hours worked. Most students work an average of 8-10 hoursper week and get paid $8.00 per hour.

As a student, when can I pick up my Stafford Loan Check/excess Financial Aid?A: All financial aid funds will be applied first to the charges on your account. Any fundsremaining will be directly deposited into your bank account (savings or checking) onSeptember 5, 2014. If your refund is printed by check, it will be mailed from SMSU onSeptember 5, 2014. Students are encouraged to fill out the direct deposit form onlinethrough e-services.

When should I buy my books?A: The Campus Store will be open during Gold Rush Days for new students to purchasetheir books. Students may rent or purchase new or used books from the bookstore, anddigital books may be available.

Can I change my meal plan if it is not right for me?A: YES. Meal plan changes for Fall Semester may be made through Monday, September 8,2014. Meal plan changes for Spring Semester can be made the last two weeks of Fallsemester through the first two weeks of spring classes. These requests need to besubmitted in writing to the Dining Services Office across from the Residential Restauranton the first floor of the Student Center.

When do meal plans start?A: Meal plans begin Thursday, August 21, for the evening meal. Meals from your diningplan can be used in the Residential Restaurant located in the Student Center. The mealplan week starts on Saturday and runs through Friday. Your meal plan will start over eachweek. Your meals do not carry over from week to week.

How do I use my Mustang Money?A: Mustang Money can be used just like CASH to purchase anything at the Barnes &Noble Campus Store, The Mustang Zone, all campus food venues including the FoodCourt, Coffee House and Mustang Express convenience stores, even snack vendingmachines. Mustang Money also gets your laundry done in the Res Halls, increases yourprint quota at the TRC and can be used at the Cashier’s Window. Mustang Money is theeasy way to make purchases on campus without carrying cash. For more information or toadd more Mustang Money visit www.smsu.edu/mustangcard.

Are there things to do on campus after Gold Rush Days?A: Yes! Gold Rush Days are just the beginning! Different groups will offer programingthroughout the year ranging from concerts to game nights to service projects. Your RA willalso host programs in your Residence Hall, and you’re invited to attend other hall’sprograms as well. Check our new Guidebook App for current schedules of events oncampus and don’t be afraid to try something new!

PARKING PERMITInformation

Purchase your parking permit online atwww.smsu.edu/campuslife/publicsafety

Permits purchased before August 1st will bemailed to students. Permits purchased onlineafter August 1st will be available for pick-up onMove-In Day in the Public Safety Office in theFounders Hall basement. Permits will also be

available for purchase at the Cashier’s Window (IL 122) and the Public Safety office.

Parking permits required by September 8th, 2014.

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Southwest Minnesota State University’s

Guidebook Mobile App for free access to

the Gold Rush Days schedule from your

mobile phone including an interactive

campus map, ways to connect with Gold

Rush Days through social media and

more! Keep the Guidebook all year for

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ASKED QUESTIONS

VICTORIABENSELManchester

Exerc ise Science

Eagle Bend, MN

MEGHANCARMODYFoundation ApartmentsRes. Life Office Manager

Music Ed.

Marshal l , MN

DYLANCURFMANSenior RA

Speech Comm.

Morr i s , MN

CODYCURTISClapper

Hospi ta l i ty Mgmt.

La Mirada, CA

HANNAHDALZELLPorter

E lementary Ed.Specia l Ed.

E lk River, MN

CAMERONDANIELSLAWSONSelene

Computer Sc ience

Lancas ter, CA

RILEY F ISCHEROcean Boulevard

Hospi ta l i ty Mgmt.

Mont ice l lo , MN

LAURAGARLOWHomestead

Elementary Ed.

Maple ton, MN

KENDRAJASSOEl DoradoKamasutra

Specia l Ed.

Wil lmar, MN

AARONMADSONSweetland Hall

Exerc ise Science

Boyd, MN

TAYLORPLOWMANBuckingham

Ear ly Chi ldhood Ed.

S t . Paul , MN

NATASHAPULLIAMAquarius

Psychology

St . Cloud, MN

ELIZABETHSENKYRSenior RA

Biology Nutr i t ion

Frankl in , MN

LEXISTOKKECamaraderie

E lementary Ed.

S ioux Fal l s , SD

REBECCASCOTTShenandoah

Biology Ed.

L i tchf ie ld , MN

MICHAELWELISEVICHSweetland Hall

Mathemat ics

S t . Paul , MN

ASHLEY WILDMANSweetland Hall

Socia l WorkCr iminal Jus t ice

Eagle Bend, MN

OLIVIAWERMERSArmstrong

Ear ly Chi ldhood Ed.

Parks ton, SD

LEXIEVANDE HOEFSweetland Hall

Sociology

Vai l , IA

T IFFANYKUECHLESweetland Hall

E lementary Ed.

Kimbal l , MN

BRITTANYKOOISTRASweetland Hall

E lementary Ed.Specia l Ed.

Escondido, CA

RACHEL WENDLANDTSybaris

E lementary Ed.

Garden City, MN

2014 RESIDENT ASSISTANTS

MUSTANG CARDC E N T E R

Gold Rush Hours: THURS: 3 PM – 5 PM & FRI: 12 PM – 5 PM

DEVANWOLLENBERGSenior RA

Cul inology®

Oswego, IL

DANISHAWILLIAMSTitanSirius

Ear ly Chi ldhood Ed.

Chicago, IL

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LUCASBADEExercise Science

Minnesota City, MN

AMANDABRUNNERManagement

Elmwood, WI

NYABUOMPsychologySociology

Lincoln, NE

KIMBERLYCERVANTESSocial Work

Marshall, MN

MIKAELACYPHERBiology

Lowry, MN

ANDREWFEUCHTHospitality Mgmt.

Columbus, WI

HONOR-RAHANSONSocial Work

Melrose, MN

ANNAJOHNSONSpeech Comm.Psychology

New London, MN

KATIEKIENITZElementary Ed.

Raymond, MN

TATUMLARSONBiology

Canton, SD

LUISMACIASExercise Science

Minneota, MN

AMELIAMARROQUINPsychology

Chanhassen, MN

MEAGANMEIERPsychology

Worthington, MN

RACHELNELSONElementary Ed.

Huron, SD

DARIENNYLAND- ARAGONJustice Admin.

Park Rapids, MN

SUSANPANUSKASpecial Ed.Early Childhood Ed.Elementary Ed.

St. Michael, MN

MEAGANPETERSONPsychologyJustice Admin.

Farmington, MN

TANYAREHKAMPElementary Ed.Special Ed.

Albany, MN

ABBIE REICHMUTHAccounting

New Prague, MN

2014 ORIENTATION LEADERS

NATHANFRANSMAN

Early Childhood Ed.Elementary Ed.

Beaver Creek, MN

Check out the Marshall Visitors Bureau at

www.visitmarshallmn.comfor more information on lodging options.

Don’t forget to ask for the “SMSU Friends & Family” rate!

AILEENROMANEarly ChildhoodElementary Ed.

Sleepy Eye, MN

COLESCHELLERSecondary Ed:CommunicationArts & Special Ed.

Eagan, MN

COURTNEY

SCHNEIDER

Marketing

Sleepy Eye, MN

RACHELSCHROEDER

Social Work

Sleepy Eye, MN

BECKY SOMMERBiologyChemistry

Parkston, SD

RYANSPIEGELExercise Science

Underwood, IA

JOSHSPREITERSpeech Comm:Radio/TV

Litchfield, MN

KAYLASTENZELAgribusiness

Wells, MN

ANNASURPRENANT

Speech Comm:Public Relations

Sleepy Eye, MN

ASHLEYTIMMExercise Science

Fairfax, MN

KAYLAUPHUSMgmt: HumanRelations

Melrose, MN

SARAHWASBERGEarly ChildhoodElementary Ed.

Slayton, MN

TYLERYULEMasters ofBusiness Admin.

Medford, MN

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THURSDAY, 8/21 Open at 4:30pm 7:45am - 7:00pm 4:30pm - 9:00pm

FRIDAY, 8/22 7:15am - 6:30pm 7:45am - 7:00pm 10:00am - 8:30pm

SATURDAY, 8/23 10:45am - 1:30pm 10:00am - 5:00pm 1:30pm - 8:00pm

SUNDAY, 8/24 10:45am - 1:30pm 12:00pm - 6:00pm 1:30pm - 9:00pm

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ORIENTATION ’14

Mustang Move-InThursday, August 21

STUDENT SCHEDULE

8:00 A.M. - 10:00 P.M. RESIDENCE HALL CHECK-INSouthwest Minnesota State faculty, staff, students, Marshall community members, and Mustang Movers will assist with your move from 8:00 A.M. - 1:00 P.M. into the residence halls.

10:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M. SCHWAN’S & ALUMNI ICE CREAMCARTSSouthwest Minnesota State Alumni will be located outside Ocean Boulevard, the Mustang Traditions Living & Learning Community with an ice creamcart handing out Schwan’s treats to those moving in.

10:30 A.M. - 11:30 A.M. STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIESConference Center 203Join Pam and Donna from our Disability Services Office to discuss how SMSU can help meet any of your unique needs. They will be on hand to answer questions, provide information, and of course welcome you to our Mustang Family!

11:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. SNOW CONESCommons CentralCool down with a snow conesponsored by the Enactus organization.

11:30 A.M. - 1:00 P.M. US BANK CAMPUS COOKOUTCentral FieldUS Bank along with Aramark will be sponsoring the Campus Cookout for all students and their family members. All are invited to take a break and be served by our very own SMSU faculty, staff, and administration on Central Field.

2:00 P.M. - 5:00 P.M. ICE CREAM SOCIALCampus Religious Center Take some time to relax and enjoy some Schwan’s Ice Cream and a cold drink! Sponsored by the Catholic & Lutheran Ministries.

5:00 P.M. - 6:00 P.M. MUSTANG HOUSE MEETINGON-CAMPUS STUDENTS!Residence Hall LoungesWondering who your neighbors are along with everyone else who lives in your house? Attend your first house meeting and find out who lives next to you. This is a time when you will meet your Orientation Leader and Resident Assistant and find out what all of the events are about.

5:00 P.M. - 6:00 P.M. MUSTANG MEETINGOFF-CAMPUS STUDENTS!Student Center 249Living off campus? This is a time when you will find out what all of the Gold Rush events are about. You will also receive some very important information that you need to know about campus life. See you there!

6:00 P.M. - 7:00 P.M. DINNER WITH OL’S & RA’SResidential RestaurantGet to know the members of the Orientation & Residence Life staff whileeating at the Residential Restaurant.

7:30 P.M. - 8:30 P.M. MUSTANG WOMEN’SVOLLEYBALL SCRIMMAGEPE GymOur nationally-ranked Mustang Volleyball team will be hosting a late show. There will be music, prizes, contests, and a lot of school spirit! Show your Gold Rush Days passport and get a FREE t-shirt at the end of the scrimmage, remember, supplies are limited!

9:00 P.M. - 10:30 P.M. COMEDY MENTALIST - SEAN BOTTSMSU TheatreSean grew up in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, where inhaling desert dust and scorching heat has severly warped his brain. He has entertained and enthralled audiences worldwide with his innovative and instinctive comedy. The L.A. Times described Sean as “a crazy mix between Jack Black and Criss Angel. Amazing!”

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Friday, August 229:00 A.M. - 9:20 A.M. MUSTANG HOUSE MEETING

ON-CAMPUS STUDENTSResidence Hall Lounges1. House Policy & Rules Update2. Review Orientation Schedule3. Activity Sign-up Sheet Location4. Dismissal to Convocation

9:00 A.M. - 9:20 A.M. MUSTANG MEETINGOFF-CAMPUS STUDENTSStudent Center 2491. Review Orientation Schedule2. Activity Sign-up Sheet Location3. Dismissal to Convocation

9:30 A.M.- 10:30 A.M. CONVOCATION CEREMONYR/A FacilityYour official welcome to SMSU from ourCampus Administrators, Faculty, and Staff! Hear from SMSU President ConnieGores and Provost Beth Weatherby alongwith a featured alumni speaker, Gary Whitney, about how to find successearly and throughout your college years.

10:45 A.M. - 12:00 P.M. MEET YOUR ADVISOR!Various Locations - TBAThis is your opportunity to talk with faculty members in your major and meetwith your academic advisor. If you are undecided, we will have faculty and staffmembers available to help you search forthe right major.

12:30 P.M. - 1:30 P.M. AVOID THE FRESHMAN 15SMSU Fitness CenterNervous about gaining the dreaded freshman fifteen? Learn about healthy eating and exercise habits for college students from students in the Exercise Science program.

1:30 P.M. - 3:00 P.M. PLAYFAIRRA FacilityPLAYFAIR is totally unlike anything else you have ever experienced. It's entertainment! It's fun! It's the perfect way to make new campus friendships! PLAYFAIR is a powerful program for campus unity and school spirit.

3:00 P.M. - 5:00 P.M. BEAN BAG TOURNAMENTCentral FieldThrow some bags and have some fun in the sun! Be sure to sign up for this event in the Student Center by noon on Friday. See you out on Central Field after the conclusion of Playfair!

3:30 P.M. - 6:00 P.M. SAND VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENTResidence Life Sand VB CourtsStop by the Student Center before noon on Friday to sign up for this event. Pleasearrive at the Sand Volleyball Courts on the west side of the Foundation Residence Apartments by 3:00 p.m. to see which team you are on.

5:00 P.M. - 6:00 P.M. TROUBLE ONLINE: C.L LINDSAYLower Level Conference CenterC.L. Lindsay is a nationally recognized expert and leader in the field of student rights and academic freedom. Join him in his informative and humorous presentation as he speaks on how Facebook pages can come back to hauntyou, and much more!

8:30 P.M. - 11:30 P.M. GOOD FOR GARYThe Schwan Regional Event Center PlazaGood for Gary is Minnesota’s premiere dance band with a song list taken directly from the top 40 charts. You will hear everything from Rihanna to Jay-Z to Lady Gaga!

Saturday, August 2312:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M. MUD VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT

Green LotTime to get dirty! Mud Volleyball is sponsored by the Mustang Maniacs. Sign up in the Student Center before 10:30 a.m. Saturday and be at the Mud Volleyball courts by 11:30 a.m. Bring your own team or we’ll help you find one! Complimentary shower provided by the Marshall Fire Department.

1:00 P.M. - 5:00 P.M. OPEN GYMR/A FacilityCheck out athletic equipment with your Mustang ID. Get some exercise and meet future classmates.

1:00 P.M. - 5:00 P.M. OPEN SWIMSMSU PoolCool off at open swim or participate in a cannon ball contest off the diving boards! You must wear a swimsuit and as always, don’t forget to bring your Mustang ID.

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4:00 P.M. - 5:00 P.M. INTRAMURALS INTRODUCTIONR/A LobbyOver 80% of our students participate in Intramurals each year! Find out what we offer, how to sign up, and also learn about possible employment positions officiating with intramurals!

7:30 P.M. - 8:30 P.M. SMSU DRAMA CLUBCOMEDY ACTBlack Box TheatreCome join the SMSU Drama Club as they present an evening filled with hilarious original sketches, comedic scenes, and much more! You never know what these crazy cats will do.

9:00 P.M. - 10:30 P.M. MR. ATTRACTION - RYAN CLAUSONSMSU TheatreRyan, A.K.A Mr. Attraction, shares the communication tips he has learned in the past 10 years including connecting with professors, building friendships, attracting the person you want, spiking your GPA, and making college a fun and exciting adventure you’ll never forget. This is a fast-paced, funny, and intense program designed to give honest, straight-forward ways to get past the fear, nervousness, and social awkwardness that can hold us back from being everything we can be.

10:30 P.M. - 11:00 P.M. PASSPORT PRIZE DRAWINGSMSU TheatreIf your passport is filled out, stick around and win some awesome prizes! Must be present to win.

Sunday, August 2410:00 A.M. - 11:00 A.M. BUS TOURS/BIKE TOURS

Front of Conference CenterWant to see what the community of Marshall has to offer? Hop on the Mustang Bus to ride around town, or ride with one of our Orientation Leaders on a bike to get some exercise while taking in the sites of Marshall. Bring your own bike or check one out (first come, first served) from the Residence Life Office in Naoutha.

11:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M. CAMPUS/CLASSROOM TOURSUpper Level Student Center(by the flags)The Orientation Leaders will show you around campus and help you find your classrooms. Be sure to bring your most up-to-date class schedule! Choose fromthe morning or afternoon tour sessions.

1:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M. GOLD RUSH WAVESGrass Lot by Campus DaycareJust look for the inflatables! Cool down with water wars, carnival games and a slip-n-slide! Prizes for winners!

1:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M. OPEN GYMRA Facility

1:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M. OPEN SWIMSMSU POOL

3:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M. CAMPUS/CLASSROOM TOURSUpper Level Student Center(by the flags)The Orientation Leaders will show you around campus and help you find your classrooms. Be sure to bring your most up-to-date class schedule! Choose fromthe morning or afternoon tour sessions.

4:00 P.M. - 7:00 P.M. BOWL-A-RAMAMarshall Bowl - across Birch StreetBe sure to sign up for this event and bring a friend! Shoes and lane rentals are free for our new Mustangs! Whetheryou’re a pro-bowler or spend more timein the gutter, everyone can come and have a good time!

7:30 P.M. - 9:30 P.M. MUSTANG FAMILY PHOTOS & HOUSE MEETINGSResidence Hall LoungesGet together with your new “family” fora picture with everyone in your residence hall and get rid of any first-day jitters before classes start Monday!

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Did Gold Rush Days leave youwanting more?

You’re in luck! Stay tuned for a full scheduleof events during WELCOME WEEK,

September 2 - 6. From an outdoor movie,comedian, musician, activities fair, and

bingo...there will be plenty to remind you that SMSU is

Where you belong!(REMEMBER TO CHECK YOUR GUIDEBOOK APP FOR ANY CHANGES!)

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SUNDAY, OCTOBER 5SAND VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT

MONDAY, OCTOBER 6KING & QUEEN VOTING

7:00 PM - 11:00 PM - ULTIMATE GAME NIGHTStudent Center

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 7KING AND QUEEN VOTING

9:00 PMCANDIDATES NIGHT - HYPNOTIST PE Gym

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 8KING & QUEEN VOTING

11:00 AM- 2:00 PM - MUSTANG KARAOKE TRY-OUTSConference Center Upper Ballroom

7:00 PM - MUSTANG KARAOKE IDOL FINALSConference Center Upper Ballroom

7:00 PM & 9:00 PM - CINEMA @ THE CENTERSConference Center Lower Ballroom

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 99:00 AM - NOONRESIDENCE HALL SPIRIT DECORATING JUDGING

11:45 AM - LIVE @ THE LANDINGStudent Center

7:00 PM - CORONATION Conference Center Lower Ballroom

9:00 PM - SMSU HOMECOMING DANCEConference Center Upper BallroomSponsored by Live @ The Centers

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 10BROWN AND GOLD SPIRIT DAY

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM - STAMPEDE FEEDSPONSORED BY ARAMARK - CAMPUS DININGFOOD, LIVE MUSIC AND FUN!Alumni Plaza

6:00 PM - UNIVERSITY GALAR/A Facility

8:00 PM - PLANETARIUM SHOW SM 108

7:00 PM & 9:00 PM - CINEMA @ THE CENTERSConference Center Lower Ballroom

**ALL DATES, TIMES & EVENTS ARE TENTATIVE**

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 11HOMECOMING DAY!

8:00 AM - 5K RUN/WALK AND 10K RUNSPONSORED BY THE VETERANS CLUBThe Schwan Regional Event Center

11:00 AM - HOMECOMING PARADELyon Street to Main Street to 5th Street

1:00 PM - WOMEN'S TEASPONSORED BY THE SMSU FEMINISTS CLUBStudent Center - Women's Center Lobby

2:00 PM - PLANETARIUM STAR SHOWSM 108

2:00 PM-6:00 PM - HOMECOMING TAILGATEFAMILY FUN FEST FOOD, BEVERAGE GARDEN &LIVE MUSIC BY POWERPLAY

6:00 PM HOMECOMING FOOTBALL GAME:MUSTANGS VS. UPPER IOWAThe Schwan Regional Event Center

9:00 PM - MIDNIGHT - 176 KEY DUELING PIANOS

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 121:00 PM - CELEBRATIONS OF EXCELLENCEConference Center Upper Ballroom

Residence Life Office (Naoutha)

Financial Aid Office IL 145

Business Services & Cashier’s WindowIL 145

Technology Resource CenterBA 161

Residence HallCheck-in Information Tent

Green Lot

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Central Field