Preview GU is a time especially designed to welcome new students to Gannon and to provide an opportunity to show
you all that is available to you. Not only will you get a chance to meet your peers, you can also visit with your adviser, participate in New Student Convocation, and become more familiar with campus and what it has to offer!

Saturday, August 18, 2012

Freshman Check-in/Move-in – 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Begin your college experience right where you’ll be living for your first year at Gannon University. Meet your new roommate and floor section members.

Welcome Cookout – 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Friendship Green
Enjoy a complimentary light lunch served by members of the Gannon community while socializing with other parents and classmates.

New Student Convocation – 3 p.m. Hammermill Center
You are officially welcomed into the Gannon University community at this opening academic ceremony with faculty, staff and administration.

P.R.O.M.I.S.E. Photo – 4 p.m. Gannon Arch
Join in this special tradition of making the P.R.O.M.I.S.E. and being part of the freshman class of 2012 photo. Wear your P.R.O.M.I.S.E. t-shirt.

Dinner – 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Beyer Hall Cafeteria/Club LaRiccia

Residence Hall Floor Meetings – 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Meet your fellow Residents, Resident Assistant and Resident Campus Minister. Learn about policies, your building, and socialize with new friends. This is required as part of your experience at Preview GU so don’t forget to attend.

APB Spray Can Artists – 7:30 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. Finegan Hall
7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Commuters
9:30 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. Freshmen living on campus
Have a collectable work of art created! A 5 x 7 picture is created on poster board with spray paint. The artist uses plastic bags, paper, pot lids and a putty knife to manipulate the paint.

SGA Brownies and Bull Riding – 7:30 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. North Hall
7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Commuters
9:30 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. Freshmen living on campus
Stop by North Hall and get to know the members of Gannon’s Student Government Association. Take part in the bull riding contest and have a brownie.
IFC/Panhellenic Social Activity – 7:30 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. Wehrle Hall
7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Commuters
9:30 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. Freshmen living on campus
Expand your circle of friends by attending the IFC/Panhellenic graffiti party. T-shirts and markers will be provided.

Freshman Hours begin at 11:30 p.m.
Learn to manage your time and get a good night’s rest. Starting at 11:30 p.m. for the next four weeks,
students are required to be in their rooms to help adjust to the college schedule.

Sunday, August 19, 2012

Brunch – 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Beyer Hall Cafeteria/Club LaRiccia

Expand Your Horizons, Not Your Waistline! – 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Carneval Athletic Pavilion
Start your year out right. Stop down to see all that “The REC” has to offer. Tour the facility and find out about intramurals, group exercise classes and open recreation opportunities. Register for the programs you’re interested in and sign up for an incentive program with lots of great prizes and giveaways all year long.
ABTC Obstacle Course – 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Carneval Athletic Pavilion
An unbelievable experience involving skill, challenge, and fun! Two people race side by side as their adrenaline takes them on a journey that will end with one winner. After you are done racing, cool off with a smoothie. Sponsored by APB!

FYE “First-Year Experience” Play – 2 p.m. Schuster Theatre
“All the World’s a Stage” – The world is opening up to each of us, but are we ready to face the challenges that embracing that world might bring? Join members of the Alpha Psi Omega honorary theater fraternity as they take their cues FROM YOU and bring your personal prompts from page to stage in an enlightening, educational and especially entertaining half hour of improv fun.

Dinner – 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Beyer Hall Cafeteria/Club LaRiccia

FYE “First-Year Experience” Play – 4 p.m. Schuster Theatre
“All the World’s a Stage” – The world is opening up to each of us, but are we ready to face the challenges that embracing that world might bring? Join members of the Alpha Psi Omega honorary theater fraternity as they take their cues FROM YOU and bring your personal prompts from page to stage in an enlightening, educational and especially entertaining half hour of improv fun.

MASS – 6 p.m. – Mary, Seat of Wisdom Chapel
Expand your understanding of faith. Join Campus Ministry and the students at the Mary, Seat of Wisdom Chapel
for the first Mass of the academic year.

LIFECORE Event – 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Friendship Green
Let the games begin…experience LIFECORE! Gather for the opening ceremony then join a team and travel around campus on your adventure. Learn all about what’s available to help you achieve your goals then attend the medal ceremony to close the event. Big prizes, including a 17” flat screen TV, will be given out so don’t miss this great opportunity!

Freshman Hours begin at 11:30 p.m.

Monday, August 20, 2012

Breakfast – 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. – Beyer Hall Cafeteria/Club LaRiccia

New Student Orientation Make Up – 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. – Waldron Campus Center Room 219
As a new college student you will experience many changes in your life and this orientation will help answer your initial questions and concerns. We will share important information that will help make your transition to Gannon enjoyable and successful.
(For students who did not attend during the summer.)

Student Living Points System Meeting – 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. – Zurn 104
Meet the Student Conduct Officer and find out what you need to know about the University’s disciplinary system.
Finegan Hall 11 a.m.
North Hall noon
Wehrle Hall & Commuters 12:45 p.m.
Lunch – 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.- Beyer Hall Cafeteria/Club LaRiccia

FYE “First-Year Experience” Play – 1:30 p.m. – Schuster Theatre
“All the World’s a Stage” – The world is opening up to each of us, but are we ready to face the challenges that embracing that world might bring? Join members of the Alpha Psi Omega honorary theatre fraternity as they take their cues FROM YOU and bring your personal prompts from page to stage in an enlightening, educational, and especially entertaining half hour of improv fun.

Meet the Merchants – 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. – Hammermill Center
Meet merchants accepting GU Gold! Win valuable prizes! Free food samples and merchandise!

Campus Safety Presentation – Zurn 104
Dream Big, Work Hard, Play Smart! Your college years are a time to explore the endless possibilities and potential for the future. This exciting time is full of new environments and new experiences. They also present risks and potentially dangerous situations. Being aware of the risks and taking responsibility are the first steps in staying safe on campus and achieving your goals!
North Hall 2:30 p.m.
Finegan Hall 3:30 p.m.
Wehrle Hall & Commuters 4:30 p.m.

FYE “First-Year Experience” Play – 4 p.m. – Schuster Theatre
“All the World’s a Stage” – The world is opening up to each of us, but are we ready to face the challenges that embracing that world might bring? Join members of the Alpha Psi Omega honorary theatre fraternity as they take their cues FROM YOU and bring your personal prompts from page to stage in an enlightening, educational, and especially entertaining half hour of improv fun.

Dinner – 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. – Beyer Hall Cafeteria/Club LaRiccia

Commuter Meeting – 6:15 p.m. to 8 p.m. – Zurn 104
This important meeting will show you what you can do to make the most out of your college experience! Get helpful information from Commuter Life while getting to know other incoming commuters, and upper class students. Join us afterwards as we go over to Waldron for the KnightLIFE Social and APB Casino Night! Required for all commuters!

KnightLIFE/SGA Social – 8 p.m. – Waldron Campus Center
Expand your circle of friends as you meet new people while enjoying games and mocktails at this event sponsored by KnightLIFE and SGA.

APB Casino Night – 9 p.m. to 11 p.m. – Waldron Campus Center Yehl Room and Room 219
Test your luck! Join faculty, staff, administration and other students for games of Blackjack, Roulette, Texas hold’em
and slot machines for chances to win great prizes.

Freshman Hours begin at 11:30 p.m.

Tuesday, August 21, 2012

Breakfast – 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. – Beyer Hall Cafeteria/Club LaRiccia

Mission and Ministry/Student Success Center Residence Hall Meetings – Zurn 104
Meet the staff of Campus Ministry and the Center for Social Concerns, learn how their programs can make your college experience more meaningful. Worried about managing college courses? Looking to change your study habits? Come find out all about the Student Success Center (SSC) and check out the services they provide that will help you get that ‘A’. Can’t wait to see you.
Finegan Hall 9 a.m.
North Hall 10 a.m.
Wehrle Hall & Commuters 11 a.m.

Lunch with Your Adviser – 11:45 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. – Morosky, Palumbo and Zurn
Come have lunch with your adviser and department faculty. It’s great fun while getting to meet other new students in your major plus get some giveaways specifically geared toward your college.

Activities Fair – 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. – Carneval Athletic Pavilion
Want to expand your horizons and follow your passion? This is your chance to get information and meet members of clubs and organizations on campus and to get involved. Also, you could win a Kindle Fire!

Dinner – 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. – Beyer Hall Cafeteria/Club LaRiccia

Commuter Corner Open House – 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. – Commuter Corner (Palumbo 2nd floor PC 2022)
Come embrace your new hang-out on campus! Enjoy refreshments, meet incoming and upper class commuters, have your last-minute questions answered and try to win various prizes. Plan on walking over to Playfair as a group afterwards for your chance to meet the rest of your class – a guaranteed good time!

Playfair – 6 p.m. – Friendship Green (Rain Location: Waldron Campus Center Room 219 Yehl Room)
Playfair, a Preview GU favorite, is totally unlike anything else you have ever experienced. It’s entertainment! It’s fun! It’s the perfect way to make new campus friendships. Stop by for your free flash drive compliments of the Student Government Association (SGA).

Mission and Ministry Ice Cream Social – 7:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. – Friendship Green
(Rain Location: Waldron Campus Center Yehl Room)
Expand your appetite and your group of friends! Enjoy ice cream floats, live music, and the company of hundreds of Gannon students.

Freshman Hours begin at 11:30 p.m.

Information

GU Connect
Your computer and Gannon wireless – ITS technicians will be available in the Nash Library in the Student Technology Support office for students needing assistance connecting to the Gannon wireless network. Don’t forget to bring your laptop and your power cord.

GU Connect hours:
Aug 19 Noon to 9:00 p.m.
Aug 20 – 21 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Aug 22 – 23 9:00 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Aug 24 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Aug 27 – 30 9:00 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Aug 31 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Office Hours
The following offices will be open on Saturday, August 18 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Admissions – Gitnik Manse
Cashier’s – Courthouse Commons
Financial Aid – Courthouse Commons
Registrar’s – Courthouse Commons

Student Living
The Office of Student Living (located in the Student Services Building) will be open:
Saturday, August 18 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Sunday, August 19 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Bookstore
The Gannon University Bookstore (located in the Palumbo Academic Center) will be open:
Saturday, August 18 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Sunday, August 19 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Monday, August 20 7:45 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Tuesday, August 21 7:45 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Doc’s Landing (located in the Waldron Campus Center) will be open:
Sunday, August 19 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Monday, August 20 7 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Tuesday, August 21 7 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Upcoming Events (Watch for flyers for more information):
Wednesday, August 22 Gannon Spirit Day at the Seawolves
Friday, August 24 BBQ and a cappella group Ball in the House
Thursday, August 30 SGA freshmen representatives meeting
Saturday, September 15 Give Day
Friday, September 21 Family Weekend

“Circle Saturday, August 25th on your calendars. We are piloting a new program for students to enjoy some free food, student talent on stage, games, prizes and a lot more to be announced. The program will be centered at the CAP Field from early afternoon until well after midnight.”