Fall 2015 Welcome Week Events

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August 5, 2015

Wednesday, September 9

Karaoke Night at 7:00 p.m.
“The Cellar,” Wanberg Basement

Start off the new school year by getting together with your friends and singing along to your favorite jams!

Thursday, September 10

Study Abroad Fair at 11:00 a.m.
Campus Center

Stop by to meet the Office of International Programs Staff along with representatives from different study abroad programs that are available to you.

A Special Hypnotist Performance at 7:00 p.m.
Club 88

Ever wondered what it is like to be hypnotized? Well now is your chance to experience it by watching hypnotist, Michael Mezme, work!

Friday, September 11

9/11 Memorial at 11:00 a.m.
Flag Pole on North Lawn

Pay tribute to all who were lost in the September 11, 2001 attacks.

Progressive Dinner and Academic Open House at 4:00 p.m.
Hartley Hous
e (by Tennis Courts)
Come get to know the houses located right on campus: Hartley House, Hanover House (Center for Engagement with Communities), Garrett House, and Dezember Alumni House. Stop at each house for a tasty treat and learn about those that work and/or live inside!

Super Smash Brothers Video Game Tournament at 7:00 p.m.
Club 88

Back by popular demand, this tournament is hosted by the Paragonian Society and Smash Brothers Club

Saturday, September 12

Trip to Los Angeles County Fair  at 10:00 a.m. 
Campus Center Parking Lot

Spend your Saturday afternoon visiting the famous LA County Fair!
Tickets on sale on OrgSync starting Tuesday, September 8th

Monday, September 14

Walk-n-Talk with the Presidents at 6:00 p.m. 
Mendenhall
Meet not only one of Whittier College’s presidents, but two! ASWC Senate President Robert Duarte and your very own Whittier College President Sharon Herzberger are taking a stroll with you on campus.

ASWC Meet-N-Greet at 7:00 p.m.
Villalobos Hall

Find out what Associated Students of Whittier College (ASWC)  is all about and how to get involved. 

Tuesday, September 15

Movie Screening  at 8:00 p.m.
Campus Center Courtyard

Watch Jurassic World (which is not even out on DVD yet) on the big screen, under the stars with your new and returning friends while eating your fill of popcorn!

Wednesday, September 16

Student Activities Fair at 4:30 p.m.
North Lawn

Come meet the members of the 90+ active student organizations. Visit OrgSync to find out about them before-hand!

Thursday, September 18

Tour of Historic Uptown Whittier at 11:00 a.m. 
Meet at Mendenhall Lobby

Curious about learning the background of Uptown Whittier? Well take part in this interesting tour to discover the history of this town that is down the street from campus!

Sunday, September 20

Trip to Dodgers vs. Pirates Baseball Game  at 11:30 a.m. 
Meet at Campus Center Parking Lot
Watch the Los Angeles Dodgers play baseball. Tickets will go on sale on OrgSync starting September 15.