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WILDCAT WELCOME WEEKEND 12-15, 2021

LOUISIANA COLLEGE

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Thursday, August 12th Schedule 8:00 am-1:00 pm Freshmen Move-In Lunch 11:00 am-1:00 pm Option 1- Pizza Granberry 10:30 am-2:00 pm Option 2- Hattie B's 12:00 pm-3:00 pm Photo booth Student Center 2:30 pm-3:15 pm Commuter Student Ice Cream Social Hattie B's 2:30 pm-3:30 pm Parent Reception Guinn Lobby 3:30 pm-4:30 pm Parents Parent Orientation Guinn Freshmen Meet and Greet with Navigators HO West 4:30 pm-7:00 pm Dinner Hattie B's 5:30 pm-6:30 pm Commuter Connection Game Room Meet the Prez. Drop-In Reception Granberry Farewell Parents 7:00 pm-8:00 pm Wildcat Frenzy HO West 8:00 pm-10:00 pm Block Party in front of Tudor ThuFrisddaay,y A, uAguugsut s1t3 t1h2th 7:00 am-8:45 am Breakfast Hattie B's 9:00 am-10:00 am President's Welcome Guinn 10:00 am-11:30 am Campus Tours (bring your schedule) 11:30 am-1:30 pm Lunch with Your Navigator Hattie B's 1:45 pm-2:45 pm Group Time with Navigator Classroom 2:45 pm-5:00 pm IT Rotations Library/Free Time (offices open) 4:30 pm-6:30 pm Dinner Hattie B's 6:45 pm-7:45 pm Group Time with Navigator Classroom 8:00 pm-9:00 pm Dodgeball Wildcat Stadium Schedule

Saturday, August 14th 7:30 am-8:15 am Breakfast Hattie B's 8:30 am Group Pic Alexandria Hall Fountain (wear Wildcat Welcome Weekend shirt) 8:45 am-12:00 pm Service Projects Community 11:30 am-1:30 pm Lunch Hattie B's 1:45 pm-2:45 pm Faculty Panel Discussion Guinn 2:45 pm-3:15 pm Student Handbook Discussion Guinn 3:15 pm-3:45 pm Security/Title IX Guinn 4:30 pm-5:30 pm Dinner Hattie B's 5:30 pm-6:30 pm Group Time with Navigators Classroom 7:00 pm-9:00 pm Movie Night Granberry

ThSSuuurnnsddaayyy,, , A AAuuuggugusutss 1tt 511t5h2tthh 8:00 am-9:00 am Breakfast Residence Hall Lobby 9:30 am-12:00 pm College Church Day with Friends 11:30 am-1:30 pm Lunch Hattie B's 1:30 pm-2:30 pm Group Time with Navigators Classroom 2:30 pm-4:30 pm Sunday Funday Cottingham Forest (Water Day- T-shirt and shorts are required) 4:30 pm-5:30 pm Dinner Hattie B's 6:30 pm-7:30 pm The Awakening Guinn 7:45 pm Skit Night and Closing Guinn Meet Your Navigators Anna Albury My name is Anna Albury. This is my third year attending LC. I was raised in the Bahamas, but moved to Florida when I was 13 to attend the Florida School for the Deaf and Blind. Even though I was born totally blind, this does not stop me from being successful and accomplishing my goals. I am currently studying Business, History, and Missions and Ministry here at LC. I will do everything I can as a Wildcat Navigator to welcome and assist you in whatever you need Isabel Armand My name is Isabel Armand from Opelousas, . I am a sophomore and an exercise science major. I play softball at LC and have met some of my best friends here. Our favorite thing to do is hammock in Cottingham Forest on our free time. I'm so excited to be here and get to know yall!!! Gabrielle Bernard Hi! My name is Gabrielle Bernard! I’m a criminal justice and psychology double major and biology minor! I plan on working in the serial crimes unit for the FBI after completing graduate school! I’m from Marksville, LA and I’m 20! This is my second year of being a Navigator and I’m super excited to meet all of you! Kaleb Breaux Hello my name is Kaleb Breaux I am 19 from Scott, Louisiana. I was homeschooled since the 5th grade and graduated in 2019. This is my second year at LC and I am a Marketing and Management major. I love to fish and hunt, and I’m always looking for an opportunity to be out in nature. I look forward to meeting you!

Lydia Castille I’m Lydia Castille and I am from Lafayette, Louisiana. I am a nursing major at LC. My hobbies include playing the piano, singing, and sewing. This will be my 3rd semester at LC. This year, I am looking forward to being a part of the LC Navigator team, while also helping new students learn their way around campus. I can’t wait to kick off the 2021-2022 school year! Meet Your Navigators Shelby Cumpton Hey y’all! My name is Shelby Cumpton and I’m from Quitman, Louisiana. I’m a history major and I love Jesus, coffee, true crime podcasts, and rock music. I look forward to serving as a navigator and getting to know all of you! LaKameion Evans Hey everyone ! My name is LaKameion Evans, but you can call me KJ. I am a sophomore at Louisiana College. I am involved in SGA, where I served my first year as the freshman Vice President. I am a psychology major and I intend to further my studies to become a neuropsychologist! With my free time, I like to draw, play basketball and hang out with my friends. I also enjoy reading my bible, spending time with my family, making new friends and meeting new people, I can not wait to meet the incoming freshmen in the fall. Toriance Fontenot Hi there! I’m Toriance Fontenot, and I’m from Mamou, Louisiana. I’m a sophomore History major and an English/Political Science minor. I love history, travel, literature, and art, and I listen to literally everything except R&B. I look forward to getting to know everyone and can’t wait to see everyone do their best! Royanee Narcisse My name is Royanee Narcisse and I’m a junior majoring in criminal justice with a minor in social work. I’m studying to be a counselor for juveniles. I am on the LC volleyball team and part of LC BCM. I’m really excited to take on this journey with these freshmen and I can’t wait for the school year to Evan Richard start!! My name is Evan Richard I’m from Carencro, Louisiana. I’m a sophomore at LC with a major in Psychology with a minor in general business and my extracurricular activities include hanging out with friends, going on adventures, watching baseball and working out!! I’m excited for this new year and can’t wait to help you all have a great freshman year!! Meet Your Navigators Alayah Robertson Hey! My name is Alayah Robertson. I am a sophomore majoring in Exercise Science. I am a twin, however fraternal; along with her I have two other sisters and no brothers. I am a Lady Wildcat and enjoy the challenges and family I’ve made. I have a passion for the Lord, family, basketball, and bonding with others.

Camille Soileau What’s up wildcats! My name is Camille Soileau, and I am 19 years old from Ville Platte, Louisiana. I am a sophomore Marketing and Management major. One my favorite things to do is hang out with all of my friends around campus. A fun fact about me is that I also play softball here at LC. I can’t wait to meet all of my new friends here in the fall! Madalyn Starns My name is Madalyn Starns, better known as Madi! I am a 5th year senior with a major in Graphic Design, along with a double minor in Psychology and Communication Studies. I was a student-athlete for 4 years as part of the LC Women’s Soccer Team. I am involved in many clubs on campus, including Fellowship of Christian Athletes. I am a follower of Christ. I enjoy the arts, photography, sports, traveling, eating, and socializing! Victoria Watson My name is Victoria, and I am from New Iberia, Louisiana. I am a sophomore majoring in journalism. In my free time, I enjoy playing Minecraft and The Sims 4, reading, and practicing my photography. Ariel Webster Hey y’all! I’m Ariel Webster and I’m a senior here at Louisiana College! This is my second year on staff and I’m so glad God has brought you here; I can’t wait to get to know you!! If you ever need anything, I’m here for you! Between cheer, work, and school you can find me smiling over pretty skies, Sonic drinks, iced coffee and fun times :)

Wildcats

Wildcats, Wildcats, Fight for ol' LC You've gotta fight, fight, fight, fight Fight for victory! You've gotta go for the touchdown, Roll up the score, You've gotta win, you've gotta win to make the wildcat roar! Fight em all the way. You've gotta win this game today, HEY! And whatever you do For the orange and blue, Just keep this goal in view: Victory for our LC! Alma Mater Song Written by: James E. Wakefield (1921 alumna)

Where the Louisiana Pine Tree Spreads its mighty arms; Stands our dear beloved LC, Blessed with Heaven's charms.

Louisiana, Louisiana, Louisiana, Louisiana; We will never cease to love thee, Alma Mater, hail to thee!

Christian knowledge e'er bestowing 'Til eternity 'Mid the southern breezes blowing, LC, hail to thee!

Ever onward, sons and daughters, Time and tide fail; Thy dear name we'll love and honor, Alma Mater, hail! Chapel and Cultural Credit Policy

Chapel Credit Policy: Tuesdays @ 11am Full time students must earn at least 11 chapel credits each semester You must attend the mandatory chapels (these will be noted mandatory on the chapel schedule) Attendance is taken with the Spotter app Scan for Failure to earn enough chapel credits more info will result in chapel probation (scan QR code for more info)

Cultural Credit Policy: Offered different days and times throughout semester Full time students must earn at least 5 cultural credits each semester These cannot be substituted for chapel credits Chapel Schedule Fall 2021

Indicates mandatory chapels Grading Policy and Registrar Info

Grading Policy 4 point grading system A= 4 B= 3 C= 2 D= 1 F=0 W= Withdrawal at the end of late registration through the 9th week (doesn't affect GPA) WP= Withdrawal from any course that you're passing between the 9th week and finals WF= Withdrawal from any course that you aren't passing between the 9th week and finals (affects your GPA like an F) I= Incomplete. A temporary grade assignment in a course that you have not completed because of things beyond your control

Scan for more info The Registrar's Office Class attendance MWF classes- allowed 10 absences, fail on the 11th MW or TR classes- allowed 6 absences, fail on the 7th 1 day a week classes- allowed 3 absences, fail on the 4th Registering for classes Adding/Dropping classes Grading policies Requesting a transcript IT and Security

IT Email address: [email protected] Password- sent to you by admissions Contact IT at (318) 487-7200 or [email protected] Scan for Wifi (LCStudents): more info Username- firstname.lastname Password- sent to your LC email by Extreme Networks Do not share your personal password

Security Campus security is responsible for traffic control, law enforcement, and security of the Scan for College On duty 24/7 more info On radio frequency with Pineville Police Department, Pineville Fire Department, and Emergency Rescue (911) You must register your vehicle and display a current vehicle permit on your rearview mirror Wildcat Alert: Sign up through Portal Click on the Students tab Click on "Wildcat Alert User Portlet" (318) 308- 6505 487-SAFE Important Hours

Louisiana Athletic Club Monday-Friday: 5 am-10 pm Saturday: 7 am- 7 pm Sunday: 12 pm-7 pm (Membership is included in your LC fees)

Bookstore Monday-Thursday: 8 am-4:30 pm Friday: 8 am-12 pm Home Game Saturdays: Open 3 hours before kickoff

Library Monday-Thursday: 7:45 am-10:00 pm Friday: 7:45 am-12:00 pm Saturday: 10:00 am-2:00 pm Sunday: 5:00 pm-10:00 pm

Student Success Center- Library Lower Level Monday- Thursday: 8:00 am-8:00 pm Friday: 7:30 am-4:30 pm

Campus Offices Monday-Thursday: 8 am-4:30 pm Friday: 8 am-12 pm Important Dining Hours Dining Hall- Hattie B. Strother (Wildcat Café) Monday-Friday: Hot Breakfast: 7:00AM - 9:00AM Lite Breakfast: 9:00AM - 10:30AM Lunch: 10:30AM - 2:00PM Lite Lunch: 2:00PM - 4:30PM Dinner: 4:30PM - 7:00PM Saturday-Sunday: Dinner: 4:30PM - 5:30PM Saturday Brunch: 11:30AM - 1:00PM Sunday Brunch: 11:30AM - 1:30PM

Wildcats Grill ("The Den") Monday-Thursday: 8:30AM - 10:00PM Friday: 8:30AM - 2:00PM Sunday: 5:00PM - 10:00AM

Starbucks Monday-Thursday: 7:30AM - 5:00PM Friday: 7:30AM - 2:00PM

Subway Monday-Friday: 7:00AM - 8:30PM Saturday: 8:30AM - 5:00PM Counseling Services

Counseling Services- 2nd floor Hixson Student Center Monday-Thursday: 8 am-4:30 pm Friday: 8 am-12 pm

The Counseling Center at Louisiana College is a free and confidential service offered to currently enrolled students. Counselors provide services that assist students with a variety of issues that may hamper their academic success. To schedule an appointment with a counselor, call (318)487-7420 or email [email protected]. If you are a student experiencing a mental health crisis after hours, please contact Campus Security at (318) 308-6505 or (318)487-SAFE (7233). In some situations, it may be best to contact 911 and then Campus Security for assistance.

National Suicide Hotline (Free 24/7 Support) 1-800-273-TALK (8255) https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/

Crisis Text Line (Free 24/7 Support) 741741 https://www.crisistextline.org/ The Center for Calling and Career

3rd floor Hixson Student Center Scan to make an appointment. Walk ins are welcome. Monday-Thursday: 8 am-4:30 pm Friday: 8 am-12 pm

The Center for Calling and Career is focused on Christ-centered vocational and career exploration. Our vision is to provide students with exciting professional opportunities and meaningful work while we explore the aspect of calling. We are excited to help our students prepare for meaningful work, discover their spiritual gifts and advancing the Kingdom of God.

Our mission in the Center for Career and Calling is to engage students as early as possible—ideally, from your first day on campus—so we can help you start planning for your professional life.

The Center for Calling and Career is a place where students can seek answers to questions of vocation and find opportunities to work and serve. Career services are available to all undergraduate and graduate students, recent graduates and alumni, working professionals, and employers. Health Services

Student Wellness Center- 1st floor Louisiana Athletic Club Monday-Thursday: 8 am-4:00 pm

We offer non-emergency services. Our campus medical director, Dr. Kenneth Johnson, visits our campus every Wednesday during the fall and spring semesters. He is here from 12:30-2:00pm. SWC and Dr. Johnson’s services are free of charge. However, the cost for prescriptions is the student’s responsibility.

TimelyCare

TimelyCare offers access to 24/7 medical, mental health and health coaching support for all Louisiana College students. Physicians, counselors, and health coaches can treat/discuss a wide range of common conditions, and after talking to you, will decide on the best course of treatment. Some common conditions are: cold, sinus infection, influenza (flu), stress and anxiety, relationships, depression, nutrition and healthy lifestyle. There is no cost to enrolled Louisiana College students. Download the TimelyCare app today!

Important Dates

August 15-17 The Awakening 6:30 pm (Guinn) First Day of Classes- Fall Semester Campus Job Fair 10:00 am-3:00 pm (Granberry) 6 Labor Day- Campus Closed C3 Seminar- Coach Dale Clayton (Cultural Credit) 14-15 Fall Break C3 Seminar- LC Alum Brittany Jones (Cultural Credit) 9 & 10 Values & Ethics Series- Dr. Ken Hamm (Cultural Credit) -26 Thanksgiving Break 6- 9 Christmas Break First Day of Classes- Spring Semester MLK Day- Campus Closed 28- 1 Winter Break 15-22 Spring/Easter Break Union Board Events

August 16 OhSnap on Campus (Student Center) Postcards and popsicles (Student Center) August 19 Luau (Tudor Lawn) Skate Night (Skateville) Granboory (Alumni Lawn) October 28 Homecoming Hoedown (Alumni Lawn) Friendsgiving

*Times for all events will be posted on social media and on flyers around campus Home Football Games

August 28 @ 5:00 pm North American University @ 6:00 pm Southwestern Assemblies of God University @ 12:00 pm Arizona @ 2:00 pm Oklahoma Panhandle State University @ 2:00 pm (Homecoming) @ 2:00 pm

*All home football games are on Saturdays

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Tuesday, Scan for Angelina College the full Saturday, schedule Central Baptist College Saturday, Millsaps College Thursday, Texas A&M University- San Antonio Saturday, October 2 Our Lady of the Lake University Thursday, Texas A&M University- Texarkana Saturday, Louisiana State University Alexandria Thursday, October 28 Saturday, October 30 Texas College

*All men's soccer game times to be determined Home Women's Soccer Games

Saturday, Scan for Louisiana Tech the full schedule Tuesday, Centenary College Saturday, September 11 Central Baptist University Thursday, September 30 Texas A&M University- San Antonio Saturday, October 2 Our Lady of the Lake University Thursday, October 7 Texas A&M University- Texarkana Saturday, October 16 Louisiana State University Alexandria Thursday, October 28 Jarvis Christian College Saturday, October 30 Texas College

*All women's soccer game times to be determined Home Volleyball Games

Scan for the full Friday, schedule Saturday, September 18 Xavier University Monday, September 20 @ 5:00 pm Pearl River Community College Saturday, October 2 Jarvis Christian College Saturday, Texas College

*Volleyball game times to be determined Student Organizations and Rec Services

Student Organizations

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Recreation Services

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Service Learning Pretest

Please scan to take the service learning pretest. Service learning projects will take place Saturday morning, (wear closed- toed shoes). Student Organizations and Rec Services