Orientation

One of the coolest things I think about starting at TC is that they have planned a huge amount of stuff to do during orientation and as they call it "the new student experience". Here is the list of the different activities I can take part of (and I hope to partake in most if not all of them!)

FRIDAY, AUGUST 27
	9:30AM	RESIDENCE HALLS MOVE-IN Whittier Hall (1230 Amsterdam Avenue) move-in schedule: 9:30AM - 11:00AM Last Name A-G 11:00AM - 12:30PM Last Name H-M 12:30PM - 2:00PM Last Name N-S 2:00PM - 3:30PM Last Name T-Z Bancroft (509 W. 121st Street), Grant and Sarasota Halls (514 & 512 W. 122nd Street) move-in schedule: 9:30AM - 11:00AM Last Name A-I 11:00AM - 12:30PM Last Name J-R 12:30PM - 2:00PM Last Name S-Z
Attend Yes No	4:00PM	SHOPPING TRIP TO TARGET Meet in the lobby of Whittier Hall (1230 Amsterdam Avenue) Join us on an excursion to the local Target and pick up those last minute essentials! Don’t forget to bring money for transportation expenses (Roundtrip by train is $4.50). Co-sponsored by the Offices of Residential Services and Student Activities and Programs.
	7:30PM	WHITTIER BUILDING ORIENTATION Milbank Chapel, 125 Zankel Join your new neighbors and the Community Development team from the Office of Residential Services for an inside look at your new home! All new residents are strongly encouraged to attend this event.
	7:30PM	BANCROFT, GRANT AND SARASOTA BUILDING ORIENTATION 179 GDH Join your new neighbors and the Community Development team from the Office of Residential Services for an inside look at your new home! All new residents are strongly encouraged to attend this event.
	8:45PM	WHITTIER/NEW RESIDENCE HALL WELCOME EVENT Everett Lounge, Zankel Let the Community Development team from the Office of Residential Services welcome you to Teachers College in style! Join us for an evening of socializing, food, drinks and fun!
	8:45PM	BANCROFT, GRANT AND SARASOTA WELCOME EVENT 179 GDH Let the Community Development team from the Office of Residential Services welcome you to Teachers College in style! Join us for an evening of socializing, food, drinks and fun! Partners, family members and children are welcome!
SATURDAY, AUGUST 28
Attend Yes No	11:00AM	ROAD TO EATIN’ TOUR Meet in Lobby of Whittier Travel with us down the Road to Eatin’ as we explore local supermarkets. Some of our stops will include The Met, C-Town, Citarella and Fairway. Co-sponsored by the Offices of Residential Services and Student Activities and Programs.
Attend Yes No	2:00PM	FAMILY WALKING TOUR Meet in Lobby of Bancroft Gain valuable information about local resources and services available for you and your family. Co-sponsored by the Offices of Residential Services and Student Activities and Programs.
Attend Yes No	4:00PM	NAVIGATING TEACHERS COLLEGE AND COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY Meet in the lobby of Whittier Gain valuable information about our campus, including Columbia’s main library, Butler Hall, other academic resources. Co-sponsored by the Office of Residential Services and Student Activities & Programs.
Attend Yes No	9:00PM	WALKING TOUR OF NEIGHBORHOOD HANG-OUTS Meet in the lobby of Whittier Join current TC students for a neighborhood tour of some of the favorite hangouts. Co-sponsored by the Offices of Residential Services and Student Activities and Programs.
SUNDAY, AUGUST 29
Attend Yes No	7:00PM	COFFEE & DESSERT Meet in the lobby of Whittier Enjoy coffee and dessert at some unique places that NYC has to offer. Don’t forget to bring money and your appetite. (Roundtrip by train is $4.50). Co-sponsored by the Offices of Residential Services and Student Activities and Programs.
MONDAY, AUGUST 30 OR TUESDAY, AUGUST 31 Students must attend one session.
Attend Yes No	1:00PM Monday, August 30	CHECK-IN FOR NSE ORIENTATION First floor of Horace Mann Pick up your orientation materials WELCOME Cowin Center, Horace Mann Dr. Susan Fuhrman, President Dr. Thomas James, Provost Mr. Michael Swart, Student Senate President EXPECTATIONS OF ACADEMIC COMMUNITY Cowin Center, Horace Mann
Attend Yes No	8:00AM Tuesday, August 31	CHECK-IN FOR NSE ORIENTATION First floor of Horace Mann Pick up your orientation materials WELCOME Cowin Center, Horace Mann Dr. Susan Fuhrman, President Dr. Thomas James, Provost Mr. Michael Swart, Student Senate President EXPECTATIONS OF ACADEMIC COMMUNITY Cowin Center, Horace Mann
MONDAY, AUGUST 30
Attend Yes No	4:00PM	GRADUATE WRITING CENTER WORKSHOP Cowin Center, Horace Mann Participate in a collaborative workshop sponsored by The Graduate Writing Center of the Office of Student Activities and Programs. Workshop provides an overview of APA referencing and formatting, strategies for overcoming writer's block, and other general writing tips.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 31 Students must attend these sessions.
Attend Yes No	11:00AM	LUNCH @ 6TH ANNUAL BLOCK PARTY 120th Street between Broadway and AmsterdamFeatures a variety of vendors, food and music. Use your lunch tickets located in your NSE orientation bag. Please note tickets are only valid until 3:00PM.
Attend Yes No	12:30PM	ACADEMIC ORIENTATION Meet faculty and staff members within your department and program areas.
Attend Yes No	2:30PM	CONCURRENT SESSIONS Engage in conversations about the student experience and College resources. Topics will include Teacher Education and Support Programs, transfer credit policies, graduate life at TC, diversity and juggling multiple priorities. Career Services and the Office of Student Activities & Programs will also provide an overview of their programs and events.
Attend Yes No	3:30PM	CONCURRENT SESSIONS Engage in conversations about the student experience and College resources. Topics will include Teacher Education and Support Programs, transfer credit policies, graduate life at TC, diversity and juggling multiple priorities. Career Services and the Office of Student Activities & Programs will also provide an overview of their programs and events.
Attend Yes No	5:00PM	TC HAPPY HOUR The Village Pourhouse, 108th Street and Amsterdam Avenue Meet in Zankel Lobby at 4:45PM Meet other TC students for some relaxed, unstructured fun.
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 1 First Day Of Classes
	9:30AM & 4:30PM	BROADWAY AND SPORT TICKETS ON SALE Office of Student Activities & Programs, 160 Thorndike One ticket per student ID, student must be present with own ID and cash only. For more information about shows, please go to www.tc.edu/studentactivities. Tickets will be on sale for: • Mets v. Braves • STOMP! • Wicked
	9:30AM & 4:30PM	WOODBURY COMMONS BUS TICKETS ON SALE Office of Student Activities & Programs, 160 Thorndike Purchase your ticket to reserve a seat for the Woodbury Common Premium Outlet trip on Sunday, September 5th. Tickets are $10. One ticket per student ID, student must be present with own ID and cash only.
Attend Yes No	4:00PM	WINE & CHEESE RECEPTION FEATURING STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AND THE STUDENT SENATE TC Cafeteria, Ground Floor of GDH Make the most out of your graduate student experience. Meet members of current student organizations and the Student Senate. Student Organizations sponsor academic conferences, produce journal publications and provide networking opportunities with faculty, administration and students. Learn how to get involved on campus and make the most of your graduate experience.
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 2
Attend Yes No	5:00PM	BOAT BASIN CAFÉ Groups leave from Whittier Lobby beginning at 5:00PM Dine at one of the NYC's most scenic restaurants, The Boat Basin along the Hudson River. Sponsored by the Office of Residential Services.
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 3
Attend Yes No	12:00PM	BIG RED BUS TOUR Meet on 120th Street outside of Zankel Learn the particulars of the local area with other new students on this fun and informative guided bus tour.
Attend Yes No	2:00PM	BIG RED BUS TOUR Meet on 120th Street outside of Zankel Learn the particulars of the local area with other new students on this fun and informative guided bus tour.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 4
Attend Yes No	10:00AM	ACADEMIC WRITING WORKSHOP Cowin Center, Horace Mann Participate in a collaborative workshop sponsored by The Graduate Writing Center of the Office of Student Activities and Programs. Workshop provides an overview of APA referencing and formatting, strategies for overcoming writer’s block, and other general writing tips.
Attend Yes No	1:00PM	METROPOLITAN MUSEUM OF ART TRIP Meet in the lobby of Whittier, 1230 Amsterdam Experience art and architecture at the Met! Free admission with your TC student ID, but don’t forget to get your validation sticker. Validation stickers are available from the Office of Card Services and Student Activities & Programs.
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 5
Attend Yes No	9:00AM	WOODBURY COMMON PREMIUM OUTLETS SHOPPING TRIP Meet in front of Zankel at 8:30AM Join us for a shopping excursion to the Woodbury Common Premium Outlets Center! You will ride on a WiFi-capable bus and tickets are $10. Tickets go on sale, Wednesday, September 1. For a full list of stores, visit www.premiumoutlets.com/woodburycommon. Co-sponsored by the Office of Residential Services and Student Activities & Programs.
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 6
Attend Yes No	10:00AM	SHOPPING TRIP TO BED, BATH AND BEYOND Meet in the lobby of Whittier, 1230 Amsterdam at 9:00AM Your last chance to join us on an excursion to the local Bed, Bath and Beyond to pick up those last minute essentials! Don’t forget to bring money for transportation expenses (Roundtrip by train is $4.50). Co-sponsored by the Office of Residential Services and Student Activities & Programs.
Attend Yes No	10:00AM	SHOPPING TRIP TO IKEA Meet in the lobby of New Residence, 517 W. 121st at 9:00AM Join us on an excursion to the IKEA store in Brooklyn! Don’t forget to bring money for transportation expenses (Roundtrip by train is $4.50). Co-sponsored by the Office of Residential Services and Student Activities & Programs.