Cleveland State University
WOW: Week of Welcome 2018

Saturday, August 25 | Sunday, August 26 | Monday, August 27 | Tuesday, August 28 | Wednesday, August  29 | Thursday, August 30 | Friday, August 31 | Saturday, September 1 | All Week of Welcome

• Residence Life Move In, Euclid Commons (EC) and Fenn Tower (FT), 8am-2pm  
   
• CSU Volleyball Invitational, Woodling Gym, 1:30-3:30pm  
  Be in the stands, make noise and cheer the team to victory. Students, faculty and staff receive FREE admission with Viking ID card.  #GetOnTheShip Go Vikings! 
   
• Magnus Fest 2018, Wolstein Center (WO), 4-8pm  
  Magnus Fest is CSU's welcome celebration for our first year and transfer students. #CLEstate2022 #ImAViking

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• Women’s Soccer vs. Kent State, Krenzler Field, 1-3pm  
  Students, faculty and staff receive free admission with their Viking ID card. #GetOnTheShip Go Vikings!  
   
• Apply to be a CSU Royal, 8am  
  Do you have what it takes to be royal? Apply to be on our 2018 Homecoming Court here: orgsync.com/118154/forms/325598. Apply by September 14 at 5pm.  
   
• Tree Top Adventure Registration, 8am  
  Sign-up here orgsync.com/34727/forms/324699 to go on a zip lining adventure with the Campus Activities Board (CAB). Registration opens TODAY but the actual tour is September 8

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Monday, August 27 ~ First Day of Weekday Classes

• Welcome Information Stations, Student Center (SC) Tom and Joanie Adler Atrium/Monte Ahuja College of Business (BU) Atrium/Main Classroom Atrium, 8am-5pm  
  Pick up campus information, ask some questions, and grab a WOW calendar of events!  
   
• Welcome Back Vikings, Student Center (SC) Tom and Joanie Adler Atrium/Monte Ahuja College of Business (BU) Atrium/Main Classroom (MC) Atrium, 8am-2pm  
  Come meet the Center for Student Activities and Involvement staff, grab a pastry and learn how you can get involved at CSU outside the classroom!   
   
• Coffee, Juice, Donuts - Engineering Welcome Week, Fenn Hall lobby, 8am-11am
  Prize raffle all week in each engineering department. Promote Dean’s Freshmen Lunch and fall semester events in engineering. Washkewicz College of Engineering clothing sale.
   
• Bingo for Books, Student Center (SC) Tom and Joanie Adler Atrium, 11am-1pm  
  Come play bingo with the Center for Student Activities and Involvement for a chance to win over $1000 in Viking Outfitters bookstore gift cards! This event is only open to students and you must have your Viking ID card to play. Sponsored by Viking Outfitters. 
   
• Campus Activities Board Open House (CAB), Student Center (SC), Room 332, 11am-1pm  
  Come meet the Campus Activities Board (CAB). CAB plans close to 100 events a year for CSU Students! Learn how you can get involved in planning some of the best events at CSU!
   
• Welcome Back Block Party, Trinity Cathedral, 11am-1pm  
  A FREE BBQ for students, faculty and staff. Vegan and vegetarian options available. Come tour Trinity Cathedral and learn about their variety of programs. 
   
• Education Abroad Walk-in Advising, Main Classroom (MC), Room 412, 1-3pm  
  Come speak with an adviser to find out how you can study abroad as part of your degree as well as familiarize yourself with study abroad options. Hosted by the Center for International Services and Programs
    
• Field Day: College Edition, Music and Communication (MU) Lawn, 3-6pm  
  Tug of war, 3-legged race, a GIANT inflatable obstacle course and MORE! Campus Activities Board (CAB) will be raffling off awesome prizes and having a blast! FREE with your Viking ID card.

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• Welcome Back CSU, Student Center (SC) Plaza (rain location SC Tom and Joanie Adler Atrium), 11 am-1:30pm  
  Join CAB for their annual WOW event there will be music, free food, games and giveaways! Students only, must have Viking ID card.
   
• Coffee, Juice, Donuts - Engineering Welcome Week, Fenn Hall lobby, 8am-11am 
  Prize raffle all week in each engineering department. Promote Dean’s Freshmen Lunch and fall semester events in engineering. Washkewicz College of Engineering clothing sale.
   
• Student Government Association Meet and Greet, Student Center (SC), Room 218, 11am-1pm  
  Come learn about the plans SGA has in store for you! Get to know your student representatives and enjoy some yummy food.  
   
• Engineering Career Activity, Washkewicz Hall 405, 11:30am - 12:30pm
  Learn about Engineering Co-op, the Speaker Series and upcoming events.  Meet CEEL staff and faculty.  Pizza and refreshments provided.  Jeopardy game competition.
   
• Education Abroad Walk-in Advising, Main Classroom (MC) 412, 1-3pm  
  Come speak with an adviser to find out how you can study abroad as part of your degree as well as familiarize yourself with study abroad options. Hosted by the Center for International Services and Programs

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• Student Organization Fair, Student Center (SC) Tom and Joanie Adler Atrium, 11am-1pm  
  Stop to learn about our 200+ student organizations on campus! You'll be able to meet organization members, learn about events, and find out when meetings are held. Our campus radio station (and student organization) WCSB 89.3fm will be there playing tunes!
   
• City is Our Campus Ticket Sale - Cleveland Indians vs. TB Rays, Student Center (SC) Innerlink, 1-2pm  
  Come get your tickets to the Friday August 31^st Cleveland Indians game! 2 per Student ID, $9 each. After 1pm, tickets will be sold in SC 319. Must have Viking ID card, you cannot purchase tickets for others and we cannot hold tickets. Faculty and Staff are not eligible for this ticket sale, Viking ID Card must say "student."  Hosted by The City is Our Campus Ticket Program
   
• Education Abroad Walk-in Advising, Main Classroom (MC) 412, 1-3pm  
  Come speak with an adviser to find out how you can study abroad as part of your degree as well as familiarize yourself with study abroad options. Hosted by the Center for International Services and Programs 
   
• Graduate & Professional Student Association (GPSA) Open House, Rhodes Tower West (RW) 210, 3-6pm
  Come enjoy refreshments and meet fellow grad students in the Grad Center. Hosted by the GPSA
   
• Relax, Replenish, Revive: The Yoga Trilogy Part One, Mather Mansion (MM) Lawn, 5:05-7:05pm  
  Whether you are a beginner or an expert, the Yoga Trilogy is perfect event to find your Zen. Join us for this FREE event for students. Yoga mats provided. Must have your Viking ID card.

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• Student Organization Fair Day #2, Student Center (SC) Tom and Joanie Adler Atrium, 11am-1pm  
  Day #2 with different student organization! Stop by to learn about our 200+ student organizations on campus! You'll be able to meet organization members, learn about events, and find out when meetings are held. Our campus radio station (and student organization) WCSB 89.3fm will be there playing tunes!  
   
• Coffee, Juice, Donuts - Engineering Welcome Week, Fenn Hall lobby, 8am-11am 
  Prize raffle all week in each engineering department. Promote Dean’s Freshmen Lunch and fall semester events in engineering. Washkewicz College of Engineering clothing sale.
   
• Viking Expeditions Open House, Student Center (SC) 338, 11am-1pm  
  Don't miss out on FREE food, a chance to win giveaways, and an opportunity to meet the Viking Expeditions (VE) Executive Board! Come learn about CSU's student-led service organization, volunteer opportunities, alternative break trips and more!  
   
• LGBTQ+ Student Services Open House, Main Classroom (MC) 211, 11am-1pm  
  Come meet the staff and help us welcome the new faces to the LGBTQ+ Center! All students, staff and faculty members are welcome to share in food and fun. Hosted by LGBTQ+ Student Services
   
• LINK Welcome Back Session, Monte Ahuja College of Business (BU), Room 220, 11am-1pm  
  Learn what you need to know to be successful at CSU and in your profession! This event is open to all students of color. Hosted by the Division of University Engagement
   
• Peer Education Center Open House, Rhodes West (RW), Room 210, 11:30am-1pm  
  Come meet our Peer Educators and learn about our work on campus. Enjoy a snack, relax in the lounge and bring a friend! Hosted by Student Wellness Programs and H.Y.P.E. student organization.
   
• Dedication of new engineering student organization space, Fenn Hall 130, 11:30am-12:30pm
  Engineering student group leaders, advisors, staff, faculty will be on hand to provide info about groups.  Snacks and refreshments. Membership and engineering event info.  Cleveland Engineering Society info table and free memberships.  Engineering t-shirt and hoodie sale, free give-a-ways.
   
• History and Social Studies Meet and Greet, Rhodes Tower (RT), Room 1316, 12-2pm  
  Come meet faculty and advisers from the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences (CLASS) and the College of Education and Human Services as well as enter a book raffle and enjoy the light refreshments.  
   
• Counseling Center Open House, Union Building (UN), Room 220, 12-1pm  
  Free pizza and drinks. All are welcome including faculty and staff! Hosted by CSU Counseling Center
   
• Education Abroad Walk-in Advising, Main Classroom (MC), Room 412, 1-3pm 
  Come speak with an adviser to find out how you can study abroad as part of your degree. Come familiarize yourself with study abroad options. Hosted by the Center for International Services and Programs
   
• Rock the Block, Rec Center (RC) to E 24^th St, 5-8pm 
  The CSU Recreation Center and Campus Activities Board (CAB) present the second annual welcome back block party. With endless activities, FREE food and t-shirts, bubble soccer, all 24 sports clubs, fitness demos and a live band at 7pm. This event is a CANT MISS! Free with your Viking ID card.

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Friday, August 31

• Lip Sync Battle, Student Center (SC), 11am-1pm 
  Join The 1964 Society in an epic lip sync battle showdown with AWESOME prizes. Students only. Must have Viking ID card.
   
• Dan T. Moore Maker Space Reveal, WH 005, Basement 11:30am -12:30pm     
  What is the Maker Space and how can students use it?  Includes pizza in WH OO5 lobby area, tours, short presentation about space. Demo of using collaborative spaces and labs.
   
• Education Abroad Walk-in Advising, Main Classroom (MC), Room 412, 1-3pm  
  Come speak with an adviser to find out how you can study abroad as part of your degree. Come familiarize yourself with study abroad options. Hosted by the Center for International Services and Programs
   
• Happy Hour at Elements Bistro, 2300 Euclid Ave, 5-8pm 
  Food and drink specials and sunshine on the patio! Hosted by Elements Bistro
   
• International Student Welcome Picnic, Krenzler Field, 5-8pm 
  Join Center for International Services Program (CISP), CSU Athletics, and International Friendships for a welcome picnic for new international students to meet each other and current students. Picnic will include food, drinks, prizes and games. 
   
• Pre-Soccer Match BBQ at The Langston, The Langston Courtyard, 5-6:30pm  
  Join the Langston Apartments and Viking Sports Properties for a pre-match tailgate. 
   
• Men’s Soccer vs. Cincinnati Bearcats, Krenzler Field, 7-9pm        
  Join us for the home opener! All students, staff and faculty receive FREE admission with Viking ID card. #GetOnTheShip Go Vikings! 
   
• Z107.9 Summer Jam, Wolstein Center (W0), 7-11pm 
  Cleveland’s #1 Hip Hop and R&B Station, Z107.9, is back with the hottest concert of the summer at the Wolstein Center at CSU! Tickets available on Wolsteincenter.com.

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• Premium Fitness Program Demo Week, CSU Recreation Center (RC), 6am-6pm  
  Come try F45, TRX Transformation, and Pink gloves boxing Tier 1 for FREE!  Try a class and get a coupon to save 10% when you register for the programs. Visit csuohio.edu/recreationcenter for a listing of class times. 
   
• WWE Live, Wolstein Center (WO), 7:30-11pm  
  Come see Cleveland's own The MIZ, AJ Styles, Daniel Bryan and many other WWE superstars as they take over the Wolstein Center. Tickets can be purchased at Wolsteincenter.com/ Special Student Discount using code: STUDENT to save $10.00 off tickets.

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All Week of Welcome:

• Viking Outfitters, Student Center (SC), First Floor, Saturdays 9am-4pm; Sunday 9am-4pm, Monday 8am-8pm; Tuesday, 7am-9pm; Wednesday, 8am-9pm.; Thursday and Friday, 8am- 8pm 
  Stop by the Viking Outfitters Bookstore to pick up your books and other supplies for the semester!

Monday, August 27 – Friday, August 31

• U-Pass Distribution Pick-Up, Student Center (SC) Link, 9am-4:30pm 
  Visit Treasury Services on the Innerlink to pick up your RTA U-Pass sticker. Please bring your valid Viking ID card.  
   
• Premium Fitness Program Demo Week, CSU Recreation Center (RC), 6am-6pm 
  Come try F45, TRX Transformation, and Pink gloves boxing Tier 1 for FREE Try a class and get a coupon to save 10% when you register for the programs. Visit csuohio.edu/recreationcenter for a listing of class times.

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