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New Student Orientation 2021

| LEARN • REFLECT • SERVE LEARN • REFLECT • SERVE MEET the OTeam Mission Statement

Barry University is a Catholic institution of higher education founded in 1940 by the . Grounded in the liberal arts tradition, Barry University is a scholarly community committed to the highest academic standards in undergraduate, graduate and professional education. Aliana Bennazar Josephane Milfort Nehemiah Reid Major: Sports, Exercise & Major: Pre-Professional Biology Major: Television & Digital In the Catholic intellectual tradition, integration of study, reflection and action inform the intellectual life. Faithful to this tradition, a Barry education and university experience Performance Psychology Class of 2023 Media foster individual and communal transformation where learning leads to knowledge and Class of 2021- Undergrad, Hometown: Class of 2023 truth, reflection leads to informed action, and a commitment to social justice leads to Class of 2024- Graduate West Palm Beach, FL Hometown: , FL collaborative service. Hometown: Caguas, PR Favorite event: Pool Parties Favorite event: Earth Week Favorite Event: Sports Games Barry University provides opportunities for affirming our Catholic identity, Dominican heritage, and collegiate traditions. Catholic beliefs and values are enriched by ecumenical and interfaith dialogue. Through worship and ritual, we celebrate our religious identity while remaining a University community where all are welcome. Arianna E. Fermin Jessica Morency Alexander Rennalls Major: Pre-Professional Biology Major: Nursing/Anesthesiology Major: Marketing Class of 2024 Class of 2022 Class of 2024 Core Commitments Hometown: PG County, MD Hometown: Hometown: St. Catherine, JM Favorite Event: Earth Day West Palm Beach, FL Favorite event: Catholic intellectual and religious traditions guide us in the fulfillment of our mission. Favorite event: Festival of Festival of Nations The mission and values of the Adrian Dominican Sisters serve as the inspiration for our Nations core commitments.

Knowledge and Truth Sumayyah Malan Jacielle Padilla Barry promotes and supports the intellectual life, emphasizing life-long learning, Major: Computer Information Jada Saintvil Major: Nursing Major: General Studies growth and development. The University pursues scholarly and critical analysis of Science with Specialization Class of 2024 fundamental questions of the human experience. In the pursuit of truth, the University Class of 2024 Digital Media Hometown: Orlando, FL advances development of solutions that promote the common goodand a more Class of 2023 Hometown: Miami, FL humane and just society. Favorite event: Favorite event: Earth Day Hometown: Cary, NC Fire vs. Water Party Favorite Event: Community Fest Carnival Inclusive Community Barry is a global, inclusive community characterized by interdependence, dignity and equality, compassion and respect for self and others. Embracing a global world view, the Dianna McGee Lisamar Perez-Santiago Shawn Sutton University nurtures and values cultural, social and intellectual diversity, and welcomes Major: Graphic Design, Minor: Major: Business Management Major: Criminology faculty, staff, and students of all faith traditions. Business Class of December 2021 Class of 2022 Class of 2023 Hometown: Gurabo, PR Hometown: Orlando, FL Social Justice Hometown: Chicago,IL Favorite event: Moonlight Favorite event: Silent Dance Barry expects all members of our community to accept social responsibility to foster Favorite event: Aquafresh Madness Party peace and nonviolence, to strive for equality, to recognize the sacredness of Earth, and to engage in meaningful efforts toward social change. The University promotes social justice through teaching, research and service. Kizy Michel Paige Pokryfe Shaianne West Collaborative Service Major: Nursing Major: Sports, Exercise Major: Social Work Barry is committed to serving local and global communities through collaborative and Class of 2022 & Performance Class of 2022 mutually productive partnerships. The University accepts responsibility to engage with Psychology Hometown: Riverside, CA communities to pursue systemic, self-sustaining solutions to human, social, economic Hometown: and environmental problems. West Palm Beach, FL Class of 2022 Favorite event: Painting With Favorite event: Community Fest Hometown: Sunrise, FL A Purpose Favorite event: Approved by the President and the Executive Committee of the Administration on May 15, 2008; approved by the Moonlight Madness Board of Trustees on May 30, 2008; submitted to the General Council of the Adrian Dominican Sisters for final approval; Council approval received via letter from Sister Rosa Monique Pena, OP, on June 20, 2008. Contact information: New Student Programs | [email protected] Friday, August 20 TEAM BUCKY Registered for Classes

Schedule of EVENTS TIME ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION LOCATION 8:00-9:00am Breakfast with OTeam Meet your Orientation Group for breakfast Outside Broad Auditorium and an overview of the day. 9:00-10:00am New Student Investiture Barry’s traditional ceremony to mark your Broad Auditorium Thursday, August 19 transition to the university community. Business casual attire recommended. TIME ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION LOCATION 10:00-12:00pm Spirit Shirts & Swag All students receive their official BarryU Atrium Landon Student Union Spirit T-shirt and participate in fun activities 8:30am Orientation Check-in Check-in to New Student Orientation Outside Broad Auditorium with giveaways. Continental breakfast available. Select one of the following: 9:30am University Welcome Welcome to Orientation 2021! Broad Auditorium 10:30-11:30am Commuter Brunch Drop in to get the best tips and tricks on Bucky’s Cove 10:15am BarryU JEDI: Justice, Equity, Learn what it means to become a member Broad Auditorium parking, food, study spots, and grab your Landon Student Union Diversity, and Inclusion of our inclusive campus community. free commuter gear. 10:30-11:00am Student Employment Overview Find out how to apply for on-campus jobs Atrium Landon Student Union 11:45am Orientation Groups Meet with your Orientation Leader & Group Classrooms and the many benefits of working for Barry U. 12:30pm Lunch Roussell Dining Hall 10:30-11:30am Student Involvement Info Session Get to know the Student LIfe Team, including Events Room (First Floor) Landon Student Union Student Government, Campus Activities Board, Landon Student Union 2:00pm Academic ABCs Get the insider information on academic Broad Auditorium Greek LIfe, and Clubs & Organizations. policies, guidelines, support services, 12:00-1:00pm Orientation Groups Meet with your Orientation Leader & Group Classrooms and success tips! 1:00-3:00pm Lunch Roussell Dining Hall Landon Student Union 3:00pm Academic Sessions Meet with your Academic Dean, faculty, and - College of Arts and Sciences: Recreation & Wellness Open House Sign up for Intramural Sports and group Fitness Center new classmates for information specific to Broad Auditorium exercise classes (ISR), tour the Fitness Center, Landon Student Union your program or major. - School of Business: Andreas 111 and learn about Health and Wellness programs. - College of Nursing and Health Sciences: Andreas 112 2:00-3:00pm International Student Orientation All incoming International Students must Events Room (First Floor) - School of Education: Powers 136B attend this required session hosted by Landon Student Union - School of Social Work: Powers 132 International Student Services. 3:00-4:00pm First Gen Mixer First Generation college students are invited Thompson Hall Patio 4:00pm Orientation Groups Meet with your Orientation Leader & Group Classrooms to mix and mingle with current First Gen 5:00-7:00pm Campus Connections BBQ Dinner Visit various information and resource tables. Campus Mall Tent student leaders, staff, and faculty. Pick up your custom novelty prizes and try 3:30-5:00pm Stamps Scholars All new Stamps Scholars must attend this LaVoie 113 the bungie jump. required Stamps Scholar session. 7:00pm Hollywood Murder Mystery Join our interactive, professional improv Andreas 111 4:00-5:00pm Spiritual Chill Zone Need a brain break? Come explore your Campus Ministry Patio team for an evening of live entertainment spiritual life through music, meditation, and and comedy. conversations. Make new friends and enjoy 9:00pm-12:00am Silent Disco Dance Party Join the Class of 2025 for music, dancing, Fine Arts Quad a yummy snack. live DJs, and late-night treats. Rain Location: Andreas 111 6:00-8:00pm Dinner Roussell Dining Hall Landon Student Union 5:00-9:00pm Escape Room Work with a team of new students and Andreas Classrooms Orientation Leaders to find your way out of various themed rooms. 9:00-11:00pm Screen on the Green Attend our traditional outdoor movie night. Campus Mall The first 100 students will receive a BarryU Rain Location: Andreas 112 blanket. Snacks and drinks provided. Friday, August 20 Placement Testing and/or Academic Advising Required

TIME ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION LOCATION

8:00-9:00am Breakfast with OTeam Meet your Orientation Group for breakfast and Outside Broad Auditorium an overview of the day. WHERE is My Advisor?

9:00-10:00am New Student Investiture Barry’s traditional ceremony to mark your Broad Auditorium transition to the university community. Business casual attire recommended.

Once you have completed your tasks, please join Team Bucky. Friday, August 20 *Required for students that have not completed the following tasks identified on your nametag College of Arts & Sciences 10:00am-5:00pm Placement Testing* Complete your placement testing, if needed. Garner 113 • Biology – Siena 337 This should be done prior to meeting • Communication – Garner 136A with your advisor. • English and Foreign Language – Lehman 333

10:00am-6:00pm Academic Advising* Meet with your academic advisor to Various Locations. • Fine Art – Fine Arts 129 register for Fall classes. Please refer to the • History & Political Science – O’Laughlin 250 back of the schedule. • Mathematics & Computer – Garner 222B • Physical Sciences – Wiegand 121 • Psychology Freshmen – Garner 115 University Resources • Psychology transfer students with 24 or more credits – Library 152 • Sociology & Criminology Freshmen – Garner 115 Thursday, August 19 & Friday August 20 | 10:00am-6:00pm • Sociology & Criminology transfer students with 24 or more credits – Lehman 333 • Theology & Philosophy – O’Laughlin 215 CASA Garner Hall Accessibility Services Landon Student Union • Undeclared/Undecided Freshmen – Garner 115 Center for Academic Success and Advising Request accommodation for a documented disability • Undeclared/Undecided Transfer students with 24 credits or more – Lehman 313 Student Accounts Farrell Hall Student Union Landon Student Union • General Students Freshmen – Garner 115 Make a payment or set up a payment plan Student IDs and Parking Permits • General Studies Transfer students with 24 credits or more – Lehman 313

Registrar Farrell Hall Bookstore Landon Student Union School of Business Help with registering for classes, after you have met with your advisor Textbooks, school supplies, and Barry gear • Freshmen – Garner 115 and taken placement tests. • Transfer students with 24 credits or more – Andreas 110 Counseling Center Landon Student Union Financial Aid Kelley House Individual and group counseling and psychological services School of Education Finalize financial aid application, ask questions about student loans, and • Freshmen – Garner 115 scholarships Career Development Landon Student Union • Transfer students with 24 credits or more – Powers 143C Resumes, Internships, Interview Skills, and Career Preparation Admission Kelley House Pre-Nursing and Nursing – Twohig 112 Drop off final transcripts and application materials Student Life and Wellness Landon Student Union Clubs and Orgs, Greek Life, Commuter Life, and Fitness Sports & Exercise Sciences – Contact Ms. Sharon Kegeles via phone at 305-588-4116 Health Services Landon Student Union Health insurance fee waivers and immunization records Housing & Residence Life Weber 137 School of Social Work – Powers 105 On-campus residence hall living and learning ELPEmerging Leaders Program

The De Porres Center for Who First-Year Students Ethical Leadership seeks What Participants & Peer Mentors Leadership Certificate Program for its Fall 2021 Emerging Where Weber Grand Hall Leaders Program. When Fall 2021 – Six sessions on First-year students can earn a Tuesdays, 3:00 - 5:00 pm Leadership Certificate while making n September 14 n September 28 new friends, building their resume, n October 5 exploring their leadership potential, n October 12 and getting involved in the n October 26 n November 2 Barry community. Why n Make friends To register, visit n Explore leadership barry.edu/emergingleaders n Develop community FIRST YEAR EXPERIENCE PROGRAMS introduce students to the rich academic, cultural, co-curricular, and social life of the University through a series of events hosted by various departments.

ALL FIRST YEAR STUDENTS are encouraged to participate virtually or in-person. FOLLOW US FRESH CHECK DAY Thursday, Oct. 7th LEARN, REFLECT, ON SOCIAL MEDIA 4:00pm-7:00pm RELAX RETREAT Thompson Patio Saturday, Oct. 9th 9:00am-7:00pm Off Campus

FIRST YEAR FEST SERVICE SATURDAY: Friday, Dec. 3rd FEEDING SOUTH 1:00pm-4:00pm Saturday, Oct. 2nd GAME Thompson Lobby 12:00pm-7:00pm Barry vs. Andreas 111 Nova Southeastern Friday, Oct. 15th @barryunewstudents 7:00pm | Gym

@barryumission MAJORS AND ETHICAL & MINORS FAIR INCLUSIVE LEADERSHIP Tuesday, Sept. 28th CONFERENCE BEACH CLEAN UP #barryuorientation21 #barryu #barryuFYE 3:00pm-5:00pm Saturday, Sept. 25th & BBQ Landon Student 9:00am-2:00pm Saturday, Sept. 18th Union Andreas 111 2:00pm-8:00pm Historic Beach

TRIP TO Saturday, Sept. 4th Various department times between 12:00-9:30pm

JUMPSTART: MIAMI MARLINS FYE WELCOME PARTY GAME Friday, Aug. 27th Thursday, Sept. 9th EMERGING LEADERS 4:00pm-6:00pm 6:00pm PROGRAM KICKOFF Gym Tuesday, Sept. 14th Marlins Park 3:00pm-5:00pm Weber Grand Hall

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