Pictures will be posted on the WoW Facebook page to show your family and .... free photo booth will be set up so you can
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The purpose of SFA Weeks of Welcome is to welcome new students to campus and introduce them to campus life. For returning students, WoW is a way to become involved and interact with students and campus organizations.
Find out about: • Events • Free food • Cool prizes
Weeks of Welcome is the start of your new journey. The best years of your life begin here, so don’t miss out. #WoWitsgoodtobealumberjack
ALL WoW LONG! 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday through Thursday throughout Weeks of Welcome at Surfin’ Steve: Come meet our WoW staff members and learn about events taking place during the week and how to become more involved in WoW. We will have a special giveaway every day. Come visit us!
STAY CONNECTED Connect with Weeks of Welcome through email and on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for the most up-to-date event information.
[email protected] facebook.com/SFAWOW @sfawow @sfa_wow 2
MEET YOUR WoW COORDI NATORS The Weeks of Welcome office is located in the Baker Pattillo Student Center, Room 3.205.
Pictured, left to right: Vanessa Franks, student coordinator for operations; Caleb Luquette, student coordinator for member Relations; Bri Bell, student coordinator for public relations; and Kate Childress, graduate assistant.
A full listing of WoW leaders is located at sfasu.edu/welcomeweek. Are you interested in joining our staff? Email us at
[email protected].
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS Alpha Chi Omega Austin Bank Barnes & Noble Bookstore Center for Career and Professional Development Damsel in Defense Dolli’s Diner Gound Chevrolet
Office of Multicultural Affairs Lumberjacks Care Orientation Programs Student Affairs Programs Student Government Association Target (Lufkin) The Verge - Nacogdoches
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ATTENTION ON-CAMPUS STUDENTS! RESIDENCE LIFE COMPETITION* Before each of the events listed below, sign in to represent your residence hall by using your campus ID. At the end of SFA Weeks of Welcome, the winning hall will receive bragging rights. Events include: 1. SFA After Hours/Casino Night
9. Poetry Slam
2. Speed Friending:
10. Steen’s Got Talent
The College Experience
11. Tie-Dye
3. Sherbet and Canvas
12. Picture This!
4. Grocery Bingo
Look for the sun icon in this booklet.
5. Ultimate Frisbee 6. Movie Night 7. Decorate Your Own Axe Handle 8. Backyard Barbecue
*All SFA students are invited to attend the above-listed events. Only students residing in the residence halls will participate in the competition.
SFA After Hours/Casino Night 7-10 p.m. « Saturday, Aug. 26 « BPSC free food « music « dancing « prizes
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SFA WEEKS OF WELCOME EVENT CHALLENGE: Participate in the official WoW Event Challenge by scanning your ID with a WoW staff member at the events indicated by the flower icon. • • • • • •
Lumberjack Luau Party SFA After Hours/Casino Night Oh Snap! First Day Pictures Purple Haze Interest Meeting Watermelon Bash Traditions Tour
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Part-Time Job, Volunteer and Internship Expo SFA WoW Council Interest Meeting Involvement Fair Holler @ Homer
Attend these specific events to be placed in a drawing. Prizes will be awarded as follows: • Level 1: SFA T-shirt and hat (3-5 events) • Level 2: SFA Sweatshirt OR hoodie (6-8 events) • Level 3: SFA backpack (all 10 events)
Prizes for the SFA WoW Challenge are generously sponsored by Barnes & Noble Bookstore. Winners will be announced on the SFA WoW website and social media pages on Monday, Sept. 11.
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SCHEDULE FRI DAY , AUG. 25 Welcome Back, Let’s Unpack Move-In Program 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. « Various Residence Halls Student organizations will provide on-campus residents and their families with a helping hand during peak move-in times. Students will be available at most residence halls to offer help with moving belongings. Lumberjack Luau Party 8 – 10 p.m. « SFA Intramural Fields Don’t miss the first campus event of the fall semester! Enjoy free food, play games and hang out with more than 1,500 fellow Lumberjacks. Meet representatives from Campus Recreation sport clubs and Student Affairs Programs, WoW leaders and members from 16 Interfraternity Council fraternities.
SATURDAY , AUG. 26 Welcome Back, Let’s Unpack Move-In Program 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. « Various Residence Halls Student organizations will provide on-campus residents and their families with a helping hand during peak move-in times. Students will be available at most residence halls to offer help with moving belongings.
ACE Study Skills Workshop 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. « BPSC Movie Theater This program helps students prepare for their first week of classes with study tips and strategies for acing their college experience. Check-in will be located outside the BPSC Movie Theater. All Faith BBQ 12:30 – 2 p.m. « Surfin’ Steve Come meet and eat with representatives from some of the religious organizations at SFA and local churches. IFC Pool Party 2 – 4 p.m. « Student Recreation Center Pool Hang out with brothers from 16 Interfraternity Council fraternities, swim, enjoy free food and play games! This is a great opportunity to meet people and decide if Greek Life is a good fit for you. To register for IFC recruitment, visit rushifc.com. SFA After Hours/Casino Night 7 – 10 p.m. « BPSC Come try your hand at various casino games, bingo, prize pong and so much more! This is an incredible opportunity for you to showcase your card-playing skills and your best poker face.
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BUSES to TARGET sponsored by Target in Lufkin
1 - 3:30 and 4 - 6:30 p.m. / aug. 27 / austin building SUNDAY , AUG. 27 Buses to Target 1 – 3:30 and 4 – 6:30 p.m. « Meet in front of the Austin Building Need a lift to pick up those last-minute essentials? Target will be sponsoring a bus trip to visit its Lufkin store. Space is limited. Visit sfasu.edu/welcomeweek to reserve your seat. Find Your Classes 4 – 5 p.m. « Steps of the Rusk Building New to campus? Let SFA Jack Walkers show you around. Bring a copy of your schedule with you, and they can show you the buildings where your classes will be located. IFC New Member Convocation 4 – 8 p.m. « BPSC Regents’ Suite A Interfraternity Council is the governing body of the 16 IFC men’s fraternities at SFA. This session will provide valuable information about the 16 fraternities, discuss the recruitment process and what it means to be a fraternity member. Be sure to take a copy of each chapter’s recruitment schedule. All men interested in joining an IFC fraternity must attend this event and be signed up at rushifc.com. First-Year Friendzee 7 – 8:30 p.m. « Student Recreation Center Courtyard Welcome to your first year at SFA! This event is for freshmen students. Pair up with a WoW mentor who will guide you through your first few weeks at SFA. Exclusive T-shirts will be provided to the first 100 participants. Sign up for this mentor opportunity at sfasu.edu/welcomeweek. You must a have student ID to enter the facility.
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MONDAY , AUG. 28 Doughnuts and Directions 8 – 9:30 a.m. « In front of Steen Library Need help finding classes? Stop by and grab a doughnut and directions to get to your class on time. Oh Snap! First-Day Pictures 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. « Surfin’ Steve Join representatives from SFA Weeks of Welcome and Barnes & Noble Bookstore to capture a photo of your first day at SFA as a Lumberjack! Free T-shirts will be given to early birds! Pictures will be posted on the WoW Facebook page to show your family and friends. Transfer Student Meet and Greet 3:30 – 5 p.m. « Student Recreation Center, Meeting Room Calling all transfer students! Be a part of SFA’s transfer student network. Mingle with SFA students and faculty and staff members while enjoying refreshments and participating in our transfer T-shirt swap. Bring your previous college’s T-shirt and swap it for a new SFA Lumberjack T-shirt. In addition, transfer students who have signed up will receive an opportunity to meet their transfer mentor. To sign up for a transfer mentor, visit sfasu.edu/welcomeweek. Speed Friending: The College Experience 7 p.m. « Kerr Hall, Lobby Get to know people based on different interests and engage in conversation while being prompted to switch friends every few minutes. Friends, food, drinks and prizes – what more could you want?
TUESDAY , AUG. 29 Doughnuts and Directions 8 – 9:30 a.m. « In front of Steen Library Need help finding classes? Stop by and grab a doughnut and directions to get to your class on time.
Doughnuts and Directions
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Purple Haze Interest Meeting 5:30 – 6 p.m. « BPSC, Third Floor Commons Learn how you can get involved in the official Purple Haze Association and its student section traditions. Also, discover how to get swag, and join us for free cookies! Sherbet and Canvas 7 p.m. « Between Hall 14 and Hall 16 Paint a canvas, mingle with other residents and enjoy refreshments! Residence Hall Mandatory Floor Meeting 9 p.m. « See your Community Assistant The residence hall meetings are mandatory for all students. They occur at the same time on the same night on campus to help ensure residents do not miss any of the Weeks of Welcome fun. The meetings provide vital information concerning living in the residence halls and where to go for assistance. You also will meet everyone on your floor/wing, as well as your community assistant and hall director.
WEDNESDAY , AUG. 30 Cupcakes for a Cause 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. « BPSC Plaza Join the SFA dance marathon in the BPSC plaza for cupcakes, and learn how you can help us continue to celebrate more birthdays! We would love to share how you can join the Leader Up program and the movement to support Children’s Miracle Network. A BIG Event with The BIG Event 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. « Steen Hall Enjoy games, prizes and food with The BIG Event lead team as we welcome you to campus! Watermelon Bash 3 – 5 p.m. « Surfin’ Steve Be a part of SFA history by participating in one of SFA’s oldest traditions. The Watermelon Bash, brought to you by the Student Government Association, will feature free T-shirts and tons of food for all students to enjoy.
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Office of Multicultural Affairs’ Kick-Off Pool Party 4 – 6 p.m. « Student Recreation Center Courtyard Join us as we celebrate diversity with food, games, music and giveaways. Meet, mix and mingle with fellow students, OMA organization leaders, and faculty and staff members. Don’t miss out on the fun! Mason Mix 6 – 7 p.m. « Lumberjack Village Courtyard Mix and mingle with other residents while decorating your own mason jar, and fill it with your personally made trail mix. The BIG Event Interest Meeting 7 – 8 p.m. « BPSC Movie Theater Is community service a passion of yours? Join us in the BPSC Movie Theater to learn about SFA’s largest day of service, how you can be a crew member and meet our awesome lead team. SAA Dinner and a Movie 8 – 10 p.m.« BPSC Plaza Student Activities Association invites you to bring a friend and enjoy a movie and free food during the dinner and a movie event, which also will feature giveaways.
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THURSDAY , AUG. 31 Jacks Give Back Blood Drive 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. « BPSC Regents’ Suite A Start your semester off with service to others. Meet criteria to get a free T-shirt. Alternative Breaks Interest Meeting 5 – 6 p.m. « BPSC, Tiered Meeting Room How does a spring break road trip with friends sound? Join us to learn more about our spring break road trip that includes community service and sightseeing. The trip ends in a celebration city with other colleges’ students. Résumés, Vegas Style 6 – 8 p.m. « Steen Library, Wyatt Room You bring your résumé; we bring the snacks and prizes! Stop by to learn about the proper formatting, core competencies and skills you should incorporate into your résumé in an exciting game-show atmosphere. Your résumé is an importrant tool when searching for part-time jobs, internships and student organizations, so now is the time to sharpen it. Grocery Bingo 7 p.m. « Griffith Hall, Lobby Join us in a game of bingo with Griffith Hall staff members, and win groceries and school supplies to start the year off right.
FRI DAY , SEPT. 1 IFC Steps 10 a.m. « William R. Johnson Coliseum Come join the Interfraternity Council for the final event of formal recruitment. Steps is a time-honored tradition and the first opportunity for men to publicly display the IFC fraternity they have chosen to join. Association of Baptist Students’ Barbecue and Play 5 – 6:30 p.m. « ABS House, East College Street Come learn about ABS, and meet new people while enjoying barbecue, music and games. Purple Haze Interest Meeting 6:30 – 7 p.m. « BPSC, Third Floor Commons Learn how you can get involved in the official Purple Haze Association and its student section traditions. Discover how to get swag and join in the fun. Also, join us at 7 p.m. for women’s soccer and free pizza. Soccer vs. Texas Southern University 7 p.m. « SFA Soccer Fields Cheer on the Ladyjacks as they compete against Texas Southern University. 11
SATURDAY , SEPT. 2 Ultimate Frisbee Noon « Lumberjack Landing, Lawn Play a game and customize a Frisbee. Movie Night 8 p.m. « Horseshoe Drive Enjoy popcorn and snow cones while watching a movie outside with Residence Life.
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Soccer vs. Texas State University 1 p.m. « SFA Soccer Fields Cheer on the Ladyjacks as they compete against Texas State University.
MONDAY , SEPT. 4 Decorate Your Own Axe Handle 5 p.m. « Horseshoe Drive Kick off the new semester by receiving your own axe handle to decorate (while supplies last). Backyard Barbecue 5 – 7 p.m. « Lumberjack Landing Lawn Come out and enjoy burgers and hotdogs while playing fun backyard games with the Lumberjack Landing staff!
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TUESDAY , SEPT. 5 Transfer T-shirt Swap Noon – 2 p.m. « BPSC, Spirit Lounge Calling all transfer students! Bring your previous college’s T-shirt and swap it for a new SFA Lumberjack T-shirt. All T-shirts collected will be donated to various charities throughout Nacogdoches. 2018 Orientation Leader Interest Meeting 4:30 – 5:15 p.m. « BPSC, Third Floor Commons Interested in being a part of the most elite group of student leaders on campus? Join the Orientation team to find out how to become a 2018 SFA Orientation leader. Traditions Tour 6 – 8 p.m. « BPSC Plaza Go on a traditions journey with Traditions Council members and discover more about our amazing university. Poetry Slam 6 p.m. « Wisely Hall, Lobby Show off your poetry skills, and compete with other students for prizes!
WEDNESDAY , SEPT. 6 Part-Time Job, Volunteer and Internship Expo 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. « BPSC This free student event helps you connect with local employers and on-campus departments to find a part-time job and volunteer and internship opportunities. Bring your student ID and copies of your résumé to share with employers. A free photo booth will be set up so you can take a professional headshot for your LinkedIn profile. Professional dress is required. Do you need help with professional attire? Ask about the Center for Career and Professional Development’s career closet where you can check out clothing items and accessories for the expo at no charge. SFA WoW Council Interest Meeting 5:15 – 6 p.m. « McKibben Education Building, Room 131 Find out how to become involved with one of the organizations that’s all about friends, food, fun and event planning.
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Zumba Fest 6 – 7:30 p.m. « Student Recreation Center Courtyard It’s like a traditional Zumba class but kicked up a notch! Zumba and hip-hop instructors will come together to offer an awesome dance party to kick off the new semester. Water will be provided. Office of Multicultural Affairs’ Game Night 6 – 8 p.m. « Office of Multicultural Affairs, BPSC, Room 3.101 Join the Office of Multicultural Affairs to compete in games and enjoy snacks. Door prizes will be awarded. Steen’s Got Talent 8 p.m. « Steen Hall, Lobby Sing karaoke and enter to win back-to-school prizes.
THURSDAY , SEPT. 7 Involvement Fair 5 – 7 p.m. « Student Recreation Center Do you want to get involved, but you’re not sure how to begin? Attend this annual event to discover all SFA has to offer. Check in at the involvement headquarters for a complete listing of organizations and a goody bag. Tie-Dye 6 p.m. « Hall 20 Come tie-dye T-shirts at Hall 20. T-shirts will be provided. Residents also are welcome to bring their own items to tie-dye. Picture This! 7 p.m. « Lumberjack Lodge, Lobby Create your own picture frame to display your SFA memories.
FRI DAY , SEPT. 8 Volleyball vs. University of Tulsa 6:30 p.m. « Shelton Gym Cheer on the Ladyjacks as they compete against the University of Tulsa.
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Class of 2021 Photo 7:30 p.m. « Homer Bryce Stadium Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be a part of an iconic SFA photo. Join members of the incoming class of Lumberjacks to create the SFA letters on the football field. Holler @ Homer 8 p.m. « Homer Bryce Stadium Take part in one of SFA’s BIGGEST traditions. Join the Purple Haze Association, Traditions Council, SFA Dining, Barnes & Noble Bookstore, and football coaches and players to get hyped up for the first home football game of the season. All new students in attendance (freshman and transfer) will receive their own Lumberjack axe as well as free axe decor, free food and free shirts. Student IDs are required for this event.
Class of 2021 Photo
7:30 P.M. FRIDAY, SEPT. 8, AT HOMER BRYCE STADIUM
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HOLLER @ HOMER 8 p.m. Friday, Sept. 8 Homer Bryce Stadium
SATURDAY , SEPT. 9 Day at the Lake 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. « Lake Nacogdoches Paddleboards, canoes, kayaks and food will be yours to enjoy as you relax and get an exclusive opportunity to learn outdoor skills and meet new people while hanging out at the lake. Transportation is available for $2 for a limited number of people, or you can meet us at Lake Nacogdoches (West Park). Sign up at the Outdoor Center, located inside the Student Recreation Center. Freshman Tailgate 4:45 – 5:37 p.m. « Spirit Rock Enjoy tailgate games and food with Lumberjack Orientation leaders, WoW leaders, Jack Camp counselors, members of IFC and the Purple Haze Association. **On-campus residents: Meet with RHA and Welcome Jacks in your hall lobby at 4:30 p.m. to walk to the tailgate and game! Jacks Charge 5:37 p.m. (23 minutes before the game)« Meet at the Spirit Rock with your axe handle. All first-year Lumberjacks will meet 23 minutes before the game (to celebrate SFA’s opening in 1923) to follow the Lumberjack football team onto the field before the game and cheer SFA to victory in the Purple Haze Association section. Lumberjack Football vs. Southern Utah University 6 p.m. « Homer Bryce Stadium Show your Lumberjack school spirit during the first football game as we play Southern Utah University. Make sure to wear purple, and bring your decorated axe handle! Volleyball vs. University of Arkansas at Little Rock 6:30 p.m. « Shelton Gym Cheer on the SFA Ladyjacks as they compete against the University of Arkansas at Little Rock.
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SATURDAY, SEPT. 9 5:37 P.M. ( 23 MINUTES BEFORE THE GAME )
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WEEKS OF WELCOME
INTEREST MEETING 5:15 - 6 P.M.
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WHAT WE DO: MAKE FRIENDS | PLAN EVENTS | VOLUNTEER HOURS ENJOY FREE FOOD | LOVE SFA
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FACEBOOK.COM/SFAWOW
[email protected]
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2018 SFA Weeks of Welcome Leader Application This is an opportunity to become a member of the SFA WoW Council and serve as a volunteer to help plan and oversee events for SFA Weeks of Welcome. First Name: _______________________________________ Last Name: _______________________________________ Student ID: _______________________________________ Cell Phone: _______________________________________ Email: ____________________________________________ T-shirt Size (circle one): Classification (circle one):
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