New Student and Parent Orientation — August 19–21, 2011
Getting Started Weekend is one of the most memorable experiences you'll have at Cedarville. It's exciting, super fun, maybe a little intimidating, and it's okay to be emotional about saying goodbye. We guarantee — whether you're a new student or parent — that you’ll feel welcome into the Cedarville family.
New students should receive their Getting Started 2011 Arrival Guide in the mail by mid-July.
Download a PDF of the full weekend schedule. Download a PDF of the full week schedule.
Friday, August 19
Why Friday?
Do students have to arrive on Friday? Many new students and parents ask, and the answer is no. You can come on Saturday and do everything that is required. However, feedback from new students and parents has been that a Friday arrival really helps. It gives you time — to get moved in, to meet new friends, to attend special sessions, to do last minute shopping, and to relax. Arrive on Friday? We recommend it!
- Welcome to the 'Ville (9 a.m.–5 p.m.) — These important orientation steps will help aid your transition and provide you with necessary information to live at Cedarville.
- Computing at the 'Ville (various times) — Computer network orientation workshops for students and parents
- Cashiers Office, Financial Aid, and Bookstore (open during designated hours)
- Orientation sessions for parents only — sessions repeated on Saturday
- It's Academic (3 p.m.) — Hear remarks from our academic vice president.
- Second Generation Dinner (5:30 p.m.) — Kick off Getting Started Weekend with fellow second generation students and parents! Dinner is provided to Alumni and their Freshmen, compliments of the Cedarville University Alumni Association. Please register online by August 12.
- L'il Sibs Orientation (6:30 p.m.) — Bring your l'il sibs to help them get a more complete picture if life in the 'Ville for their big sib. Come for prizes, ice cream, and more. Please register online.
- Academic Preview (7:30 p.m.) — Meet with the academic dean of your school and enjoy a special time of Q-and-A with faculty from your department. Students and parents are welcome.
- New Student Welcome Party (9 p.m.)
- Parents Informational Meeting with Pastor Bob Rohm, the Vice President for Christian Ministries (9 p.m.)
Note: The first provided meal is the evening meal Friday, August 19. Meals for families may be purchased in the dining hall or snack shop on Friday and Saturday.
Saturday, August 20
- Welcome to the 'Ville (9 a.m.–4 p.m.) — These important orientation steps will help aid your transition and provide you with necessary information to live at Cedarville.
- Computing at the 'Ville (various times) — Computer network orientation workshops for students and parents
- Cashiers Office, Financial Aid, and Bookstore (open during designated hours)
- Orientation sessions for parents only
- Sessions for missionary kids, international students, minority students, and their parents (11 a.m.)
- L'il Sibs Orientation (1 p.m.) — Bring your l'il sibs to help them get a more complete picture if life in the 'Ville for their big sib. Come for prizes, ice cream, and more. Please register online.
- New Students and Parents Program (2:30 p.m.) — Dr. Bill Brown, president of Cedarville University, will be addressing students and parents in a very special program. Student Life will also present the sketch “Calling Home.”
- Academic Preview (4 p.m.) — See above for details.
- Getting Started 2011 Program (6–10 p.m.) — All new students are expected to attend. Single commuters are encouraged to attend. This is optional for married students and students over age 22. At this event, you'll meet your small group, a great way to help you transition to life at Cedarville!
Sunday, August 21
- Morning Worship (10 a.m.) — All new students and their families are encouraged to attend. Hear from campus pastor, Bob Rohm, and a student-led worship band.
- Music Ensemble Auditions (1–5 p.m.)
- Small Group Game Show, followed by time with your Small Group (3 p.m.)
- Praise Time with the Student Government Association (9 p.m.) — Enjoy a time of praise and worship with both new and continuing students.