| Sunday August 27th Student Computing: Wireless Help 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Sulzberger Lobby Make sure your computer is hooked up to the Barnard network. If you‘re too busy unpacking to get down to BCIT today, they‘ll also be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday in 307 Diana. Lunch 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Hewitt Dining Hall Lunch will be served in Hewitt Dining Hall, one of two cafeterias on Barnard‘s campus. 1GLI Series: Welcome Reception for FIrst-Generation College and Low-Income Families 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Sulzberger Parlor If you‘re interested in meeting students and families who share a similar background as you, grab your lunch from Hewitt and meet them in Sulzberger Parlor, located on the third floor of Barnard Hall. First Year Move In and Material Pick Up 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm Barnard Hall Lobby Before heading up to your room, make sure you pick up your BCID, room key, and other college swag. President‘s Welcome for Families and Friends 12:30 pm - 2:15 pm Diana Event Oval Welcome to Barnard! If you need a break from packing, take the opportunity to head down to the Event Oval and meet President Sian Beilock. Families with last names A-M will go at 12:30 p.m., and those with last names N-Z will go at 1:30 p.m.. President‘s Welcome for Families and Friends 12:30 pm - 2:15 pm Diana Event Oval Welcome to Columbia! Commuter Crafting: Lounge Decoration + Snacks 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm Commuter Lounge, first floor Diana Center There‘s a lounge for commuter students on Barnard‘s campus, but it needs to be decorated. Get to know your fellow commuter students while making crafts for the space that you‘ll share.. Meet Your OL Group 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm Multiple locations Now that you‘re done unpacking, it‘s time to meet your OL group! Make sure you check your texts or emails so you know where you‘re supposed to go.. Dinner: First-Year BBQ with Your OL Group 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Quad Lawn Sit down and get to know the people in your OL group over dinner. President‘s First-Year Welcome 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Riverside Church Convene as an entire class for the first time and be welcomed to Barnard by President Beilock, Dean Hinkson, and the NSOP Committee. Though event takes place in Riverside Church, you‘ll probably walk over with your OL group or RA and hallmates. International Transfer Movie Outing 7:00 pm - 11:30 pm Barnard Hall If you‘re both a transfer and international student, hang out with others who are already on campus by joining them for a movie screening. First-Year Floor Meeting 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm Your Floor in the Quad Meet as an entire floor for the first time this NSOP. At this meeting, you‘ll get to learn a bit about each other, go over community guidelines, and ask your RA anything you‘ve been wondering about. | Monday August 28th Breakfast 7:30 am - 9:00 am John Jay Dining Hall Tent Start off your morning on the bright side with the most important meal of the day. Remember, you‘ll need your CUID and NSOP wristband in order to get food. Breakfast 7:30 am - 9:00 am Hewitt Dining Hall Get something to eat before another day of NSOP events. Make sure you remember your NSOP wristband. Bed Bath & Beyond Excursion 7:30 am - 9:00 am 116th Street and Claremont Avenue If you still need to pick something up for your dorm, head out to Bed Bath & Beyond with other students. Keep in mind that you may have to wait a few minutes for an available shuttle. Morning Run 8:00 am - 9:00 am Sundial on College Walk Hoping to stay in (or get into) shape this year? Go for a light jog through Riverside Park! A group will meet at the Sundial in the middle of College Walk. Sunrise Stroll 8:00 am - 9:00 am Barnard Main Gates at 117th Street and Broadway Want to get in your daily dose of exercise? Get a quick breakfast and then go through a light walk through Riverside Park. Columbia College Assembly 9:00 am - 10:00 am Roone Arledge Auditorium and Cinema Learn a bit about Columbia‘s academic scene with a welcome to college from Dean Valentini himself! Transfer Check-In/Move-In 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Barnard Hall Lobby Welcome, transfer students! Pick up your BCID, room key, and more Barnard swag from Barnard Hall before heading off to find your room. Pre-Health Power Hour with Dean Melinda Cohen and Guests 9:30 am - 10:30 am Krueger Lecture Hall, 405 Milbank Hall Are you pre-med/pre-health? At this info session, you‘ll get to hear about what resources Barnard has for those following this track, followed by a Q&A session. Open Hours with the TItle IX Coordinator 9:30 am - 11:30 am 105 Milbank Hall Have any questions about Title IX? If so, the Title IX Coordinator has walk-in hours to discuss any questions or concerns with students during NSOP. First Literature and Humanities Class 10:00 am - 11:30 am Roone Arledge Auditorium and Cinema No need to go anywhere after Deantini‘s presentation—stay right in your seat and sit through your first LitHum lecture! This should give you a good idea of what you have to expect for your first day of school. Columbia Engineering Math Info Session 11:00 am - 12:30 pm 2-7 Mathematics SEAS student and confused about what courses you should take your first semester? This info session will introduce you to all your options and tell you which majors generally take which courses. Additionally, if your AP credit did not allow you to test out of anything, you‘ll have the opportunity at the end of this meeting to take a math placement exam. #BarnardReads 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Throughout campus Did you do your homework over the summer? it‘s now time to discuss what you read with your classmates. “Woman of Valor” and “Phenomenal Woman” go to Milbank 405; We Should All Be Feminists go to Barnard 304; “A Room of One‘s Own” and “Many Rivers to Cross” go to the Sulzberger Parlor (on the third floor of Barnard Hall); The Autobiography of Malcolm X go to the James Room (on the fourth floor of Barnard Hall); The Wretched of the Earth go to Diana 504; and “Gender stereotypes about intellectual ability emergy early and influence childrene‘s interests” go to Altschul 202. Lunch 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm John Jay Dining Tent Hungry yet? you‘ve had a pretty busy day, so enjoy a two hour lunch break before setting off to your next event. Lunch 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Hewitt Dining Hall Grab a quick bite to eat before heading off to your next event of the day. Columbia College Math Info Session 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm Havemeyer 309 CC students interested in taking math their first semester: Learn which which course Columbia has to offer will best suit you. Understanding Foundations: The Goals and Philosophy of Barnard‘s Liberal Arts Curriculum 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Lehman Auditorium, 202 Altschul Barnard has a very unique curriculum. you‘ve probably heard of it, it‘s called Foundations. Why did the school choose to adopt this set of gen ed requirements, and what can you, as a student, expect to get out of it? Transfer OL Group Meetings and Campus Tour 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Second floor Lobby, Diana Center Explore campus with your OL group, and come prepared to ask questions!. Chemistry Placement Exam 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Havemeyer 309 If you‘re interested in taking Intensive Second Term General Chemistry (UN1604), Intensive Organic Chemistry (UN2045-2046), and Intensive General Chemistry Lab (UN1507), you must attend a brief information session and placement exam. Remember: a calculator is required for this exam! Understanding Foundations: The Goals and Philosophy of Barnard‘s Liberal Arts Curriculum 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Lehman Auditorium, 202 Altschul Barnard has a very unique curriculum. you‘ve probably heard of it, it‘s called Foundations. Why did the school choose to adopt this set of gen ed requirements, and what can you, as a student, expect to get out of it? Make a Stop by your New Home: First-Year Nights in the Halls 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Quad Lawn Time to branch out and meet people from other residence halls. Join ResLife for a relaxing evening learning everything there is to know about life in the dorms. BLUEPrint 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Diana 501, 502, and 504 Meet up with your BLUEPrint group for the first time! This event is mandatory if you‘re participating in BLUEPrint. Understanding Foundations: The Goals and Philosophy of Barnard‘s Liberal Arts Curriculum 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Lehman Auditorium, 202 Altschul Barnard has a very unique curriculum. you‘ve probably heard of it, it‘s called Foundations. Why did the school choose to adopt this set of gen ed requirements, and what can you, as a student, expect to get out of it? OL Group Time; Dinner 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm John Jay Dining Tent After a long day, get something to eat with or OL and NSOP group, and then head over as a group to Class Act! Dinner With OLs 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Hewitt Dining Hall Spend some bonding time with your OL group over a meal in Hewitt Dining Hall. Dinner 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Hewitt Dining Hall Get something to eat with your new friends before heading off to some optional evening events Class Act 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Roone Arledge Auditorium Let loose after another day of orientation with your fellow classmates. At this event, you‘ll hear a bit about campus traditions at Columbia, see the Varsity Show perform, and much more. An Evening with Chopped Judge and celebrity Chef, Alex Guarnaschelli, BC e‘91e‘ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Diana Cent Oval Meet up with Alex Guarnaschelli, Chopped judge, Iron Chef, and Food Network celebrity. Keep in mind that space is limited, so make sure you show up early! RA Night Out 9:30 pm - 12:30 am Various Locations After two days of orientation, you finally have the opportunity to go out and explore the city! The best part is, you and your group get to determine where you‘ll explore next. | Tuesday August 29th Combined Plan Student Move-In 7:08 am - 12:00 pm Your Residence Hall Head on over to your residence hall. There, you‘ll be able to pick up your ID, keys, some extra swag. Breakfast 7:30 am - 9:00 am John Jay Dining Hall Tent Breakfast time again! Wake up late and go right before your first event of the day, or wake up earlier and eat before doing yoga or going on a job Breakfast 7:30 am - 9:00 am Hewitt Dining Hall Get something to eat before another day of NSOP events. Morning Run 8:00 am - 9:00 am Sundial on College Walk Hoping to stay in (or get into) shape this year? Go for a light jog through Riverside Park! A group will meet at the Sundial in the middle of College Walk. Sunrise Stroll 8:00 am - 9:00 am Barnard Main Gates at 117th Street and Broadway Want to get in your daily dose of exercise? Get a quick breakfast and then go through a light walk through Riverside Park. Yoga 8:00 am - 8:40 am Studio 2, Barnard Hall Yoga‘s a great way to start your morning, especially if you aren‘t particularly athletic. Get something to eat before heading across Broadway to Barnard Hall, the building directly in front of you as you enter through the main gates. Transfer Student Move-In 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Your Residence Hall Head on over to your residence hall. There, you‘ll be able to pick up your ID, keys, some extra swag. Public Safety and Fire Safety 9:00 am - 10:15 am Havemeyer 309 Sit and listen as Public Safety and Fire Safety walk you through procedures, tips, and tricks on how to stay safe while in college. Sure, fire drills at inconvenient times are annoying, but they keep you safe, so they‘ll have to remain a necessary evil. Visiting Student Check-In and Welcome 9:00 am - 11:00 am Your Residence Hall Head on over to your residence hall. There, you‘ll be able to pick up your ID, keys, some extra swag. Under1Roof 9:00 am - 11:45 am Hamilton Hall Discuss how you and your peers can foster inclusive communities on campus. Transfer, Visiting, and Combined Plan Students: Bed Bath & Beyond Excursion 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 118th Street and Amsterdam Avenue If you need to pick up some things for your dorm, take Columbia‘s free shuttle over to Bed Bath & Beyond. you‘ll be picked up and dropped back off at 118th Street and Amsterdam (about a three minute walk from campus), though you might have to wait a few minutes for an available shuttle. Make sure you check out Required Reading for our ultimate packing list! Being a Transfer at Barnard 9:00 am - 10:00 am Krueger Lecture Hall 405 Milbank Transfer students have a unique set of things they‘ll have to learn. Come chat with some transfer advisers to learn about all the opportunities and resources you‘re offered at Barnard. Being Connected, Being Barnard 9:00 am - 11:00 am Diana Event Oval Learn how to develop a safe college campus as you engage in activities that teach you about bystander intervention and the resources Columbia has to offer to those affected by sexual assault. Eating Easy and Living Safely 9:00 am - 11:00 am Diana Event Oval Your physical and mental wellness should be your number one priority, so come learn about lal the resources Barnard Dining and Public Safety have to offer. Step Up and Get SAVI 9:30 am - 11:30 am Party Space, Lerner 555 Learn how to develop a safe college campus with Sexual Violence Response as you engage in activities that teach you about bystander intervention and the resources Columbia has to offer to those affected by sexual assault. Pro TIps from Professors: Making the Most of Your Course Work 9:30 am - 11:00 am Lehman Auditorium, 202 Altschul Want tips on how to make the most of your academic experience at Barnard? At this event, you‘ll have the opportunity to ask all your questions to Barnard professors and First-Year Class Dean Grabiner. OL Group Time: Campus Tours 10:00 am - 11:00 am Various Locations Head out with your OL to see what campus has to offer, but if you‘re afraid of missing anything, make sure to head over to Required Reading‘s orientation website to see our play around with our interactive MoHi map. OL Group Time: Campus Tours 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Various Locations Head out with your OL to see what campus has to offer, but if you‘re afraid of missing anything, make sure to head over to Required Reading‘s orientation website to see our play around with our interactive MoHi map. Lunch 11:00 am - 2:00 pm John Jay Dining Hall Tent Fuel up before heading back out for another afternoon of orientation events. What Community Means at Barnard 11:00 am - 12:00 pm James Room, Fourth Floor Barnard Hall Barnard is a tight-knit community, so fostering a healthy community is key. At this event, you‘ll discuss how students and faculty can create a culture of respect within campus. Wellness Forum 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Held Auditorium, 304 Barnard Hall Come meet representatives from Primary Care, Furman Counseling Center, and the Office of Disability Services so you can keep your mind and body as healthy as possible during your time at Barnard. Discover Barnard BLUE 11:30 am - 1:00 pm Diana Event Oval During your time at Barnard, you‘ll meet people from a number of backgrounds and cultures. This event focuses on creating an inclusive campus community that allows people to feel comfortable as they explore their own identities. Lunch 12:00 pm - 2:30 pm Hewitt Dining Hall Grab a quick bite to eat before heading off to your next event of the day. Sculpt 1:00 pm - 1:45 pm Aerobics Room 3, Dodge Fitness Center Stay in (or get into) shape with this fitness class! Remember to wear athletic shoes, as they‘re required. Transfer and Combined Plan Student Welcome 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Hamilton Lawn Transfer or Combined Plan student? Get to know your peers with this welcoming event. Public Safety and Fire Safety 1:00 pm - 2:15 pm Havemeyer 309 Sit and listen as Public Safety and Fire Safety walk you through procedures, tips, and tricks on how to stay safe while in college. Sure, fire drills at inconvenient times are annoying, but they keep you safe, so they‘ll have to remain a necessary evil. Step Up and Get SAVI 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Party Space, Lerner 555 Learn how to develop a safe college campus with Sexual Violence Response as you engage in activities that teach you about bystander intervention and the resources Columbia has to offer to those affected by sexual assault. Under1Roof 1:00 pm - 3:45 pm Hamilton Hall Discuss how you and your peers can foster inclusive communities on campus. Commuter Luncheon and Round Table 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm 502 Diana Hang out with your fellow commuters over lunch in the commuter lounge. Athena Center for Leadership studies Information Session 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Held Auditorium, 304 Barnard Hall The Athena Center gives students several opportunities to expand their leadership capabilities. Go to this info session if you‘re interested in learning more about this office. OL Group Time: Campus Tours 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Various Locations Head out with your OL to see what campus has to offer, but if you‘re afraid of missing anything, make sure to head over to Required Reading‘s orientation website to see our play around with our interactive MoHi map. Transfer, Visiting, and Combined Plan Students: Meet Your OL and Campus Tour 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm Various Locations Meet your OL and NSOP group before heading out together to explore campus. #BarnardReads for Transfers 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm Krueger Lecture Hall, 405 Milbank Chat about your summer reading with fellow transfer students. OL Group Meeting and Campus Tour 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm Various locations Join your OL for a tour of Columbia and Barnard‘s campuses. Make sure you check your texts or emails so you know where to meet your group. Academic Resource Fair 3:00 pm - 6:00 am Roone Arledge Auditorium and Party Space What academic resources are available to you. A lot, to put it simply. Learn more about upcoming academic events, specific programs of study, and ask your questions to representatives from every single academic department at Columbia. Secrets from Successful Sophomores 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Krueger Lecture Hall, 405 Milbank Hear some tips and tricks from former first-years about navigating life at Columbia and Barnard. Students of COlor Welcome Reception 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm McIntosh Dining Room, Second floor of Diana Center Meet other students and faculty of color here at Barnard at this welcome reception. Physics Info Session 5:00 pm - 6:20 pm Pupin 301 don‘t know what physics class to take? Come to a brief info session to hear about what Columbia has to offer and then sit down for a placement exam. Note: calculators are not allowed. Dinner 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm John Jay Dining Hall Tent Tuck into dinner with your new friends and enjoy the cool evening weather. Sustainability 101 5:00 pm - 5:00 pm LL104 Diana Center Interested in getting involved with the sustainability movement at Columbia and Barnard? Come meet members of the Barnard Sustainable Practices Committee to discuss how you can get involved. OL Group Time: Common Questions about the First Year—John Jay and Furnald Residents 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Check With Your OL Have any questions about what it‘s like to be a first-year? We know you all do. Ask your OL anything you want to know—they‘ll answer literally everything. Responsible Communities at Columbia (RC@C)—Carman, Hartley, and Wallach Hall Residents 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Residence Hall, Check with your RA for the specific location At this event, you will discuss the realities of drug and alcohol use at college and learn how you can stay safe and avoid unnecessary injury.. Welcome to the Residential Community—Transfer, Visiting, and Combined Plan Students 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Party Space, 555 Lerner Hall At this event, you‘ll be introduced to ResLife staff as they lead a discussion on how their office can help you make as smooth a transition to college as possible. Floor Meeting for Transfer Students 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Elliott Hall Lobby Meet with your floor to go over community standards and reflect on the past few days of NSOP! Bear With Us 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm Diana Event Oval Free food! Free cookies in the Event Oval as you watch performances and skits from various student groups. OL Group Time: Common Questions about the First Year—Carman, Hartley, and Wallach Hall Residents 8:30 pm - 9:30 pm Check With Your OL Have any questions about what it‘s like to be a first-year? We know you all do. Ask your OL anything you want to know—they‘ll answer literally everything. Responsible Communities at Columbia (RC@C)—Carman, Hartley, and Wallach Hall Residents 8:30 pm - 9:30 pm Residence Hall, Check with your RA for the specific location At this event, you will discuss the realities of drug and alcohol use at college and learn how you can stay safe and avoid unnecessary injury.. Transfer, Visiting, and Combined Plan Student Mixers 8:30 pm - 10:00 pm Satow Room, Lerner Hall Mixers are one of the best ways to meet other students, so head on down to Lerner to meet some of your future classmates—Barnard students will be there as well!. Community Unscripted: Cooking 10:00 pm - 4:00 pm Diana 501 Community Unscripted is an NSOP series designed to teach you how you can get involved in a certain activity on campus. If you‘re interested in food and cooking, you‘ll definitely want to pay this one a visit. Community Unscripted: Dance 10:00 pm - 4:00 pm Diana LL104 Community Unscripted is an NSOP series designed to teach you how you can get involved in a certain activity on campus. If you‘re interested in dance, you‘ll definitely want to pay this one a visit. Community Unscripted: Health and Wellness 10:00 pm - 4:00 pm Diana 504 Community Unscripted is an NSOP series designed to teach you how you can get involved in a certain activity on campus. If you‘re interested in all topics relating to health and wellness, you‘ll definitely want to pay this one a visit. Community Unscripted: Music 10:00 pm - 4:00 pm Diana 203 Community Unscripted is an NSOP series designed to teach you how you can get involved in a certain activity on campus. If you‘re interested in all things related to music, you‘ll definitely want to pay this one a visit. Community Unscripted: Poetry 10:00 pm - 4:00 pm Diana 502 Community Unscripted is an NSOP series designed to teach you how you can get involved in a certain activity on campus. If you‘re interested in poetry and writing, you‘ll definitely want to pay this one a visit. Community Unscripted: Theater 10:00 pm - 4:00 pm Diana 501 Community Unscripted is an NSOP series designed to teach you how you can get involved in a certain activity on campus. If you‘re interested in theater and acting, you‘ll definitely want to pay this one a visit. Late Night Activities: Capture the Flag 11:00 pm - 1:00 am Furnald Lawn Have a competitive edge to you, or just really love this high school gym classic? Join RHLO outside Furnald Lawn for a good ol‘ game of Capture the Flag. Late Night Activities: Movie 11:00 pm - 1:00 am Carman Lounge If you‘d rather stay in tonight, join RHLO for a screening of Pitch Perfect in the Carman Lounge. Late Night Activities: Relaxation and Wellness Space 11:00 pm - 1:00 am Wallach Lounge If you‘d rather have a chill evening, join the Residence Hall Leadership Organization (RHLO) in Furnald Lounge. There will be a handful of activities designed to help you relax after a busy day, and you‘ll get to meet some fellow first-years. | Wednesday August 30th Breakfast 7:30 am - 9:00 am John Jay Dining Hall Tent Another day, another round of NSOP events. Wake up late and go right before your first event of the day, or wake up earlier and eat before doing yoga or going on a job Yoga 8:00 am - 8:40 am Studio 2, Barnard Hall Yoga‘s a great way to start your morning, especially if you aren‘t particularly athletic. Get something to eat before heading across Broadway to Barnard Hall, the building directly in front of you as you enter through the main gates. Morning Run 8:00 am - 9:00 am Sundial on College Walk Hoping to stay in (or get into) shape this year? Go for a light jog through Riverside Park! A group will meet at the Sundial in the middle of College Walk. Sunrise Stroll 8:00 am - 9:00 am Barnard Main Gates at 117th Street and Broadway Want to get in your daily dose of exercise? Get a quick breakfast and then go through a light walk through Riverside Park. Public Safety and Fire Safety 9:00 am - 10:15 am Roone Arledge Auditorium Sit and listen as Public Safety and Fire Safety walk you through procedures, tips, and tricks on how to stay safe while in college. Sure, fire drills at inconvenient times are annoying, but they keep you safe, so they‘ll have to remain a necessary evil. Under1Roof 9:00 am - 11:45 am Hamilton Hall Discuss how you and your peers can foster inclusive communities on campus. Being Connected, Being Barnard 9:00 am - 11:00 am Diana Event Oval Learn how to develop a safe college campus as you engage in activities that teach you about bystander intervention and the resources Columbia has to offer to those affected by sexual assault. Combined Plan Students: Group Advising 9:30 am - 11:00 am Pupin 301 Have any questions for Columbia‘s academic advisers? This is the time to ask them. Transfer Students: Group Advising 9:30 am - 11:00 am Broadway Room (Columbia College) and Lerner 569 (Engineering) Have any questions for Columbia‘s academic advisers? This is the time to ask them. Step Up and Get SAVI 9:30 am - 11:30 am Party Space, Lerner 555 Learn how to develop a safe college campus with Sexual Violence Response as you engage in activities that teach you about bystander intervention and the resources Columbia has to offer to those affected by sexual assault. Pro TIps from Professors: Making the Most of Your Course Work 9:30 am - 11:00 am Lehman Auditorium, 202 Altschul Want tips on how to make the most of your academic experience at Barnard? At this event, you‘ll have the opportunity to ask all your questions to Barnard professors and First-Year Class Dean Grabiner. Eating Easy and Living Safely 10:00 am - 11:00 am Diana Event Oval Your physical and mental wellness should be your number one priority, so come learn about lal the resources Barnard Dining and Public Safety have to offer. Pre-Health Curriculum for First-Year Students 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Havemeyer 309 Thinking of being pre-med? Go to this info session so you‘ll know which courses you‘ll have to take, when you should take them, and how you can boost your application with what Columbia has to offer. Lunch 11:00 am - 2:00 pm Hamilton Lawn Take a three hour lunch break before heading off to the next round of events. Transfer, Visiting, and Combined Plan: Lunchtime Chat 11:00 am - 2:00 pm John Jay Dining Hall Tent Take a three hour lunch break before heading off to the next round of events. What Community Means at Barnard 11:00 am - 12:00 pm James Room, Fourth Floor Barnard Hall Barnard is a tight-knit community, so fostering a healthy community is key. At this event, you‘ll discuss how students and faculty can create a culture of respect within campus. Wellness Forum 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Held Auditorium, 304 Barnard Hall Come meet representatives from Primary Care, Furman Counseling Center, and the Office of Disability Services so you can keep your mind and body as healthy as possible during your time at Barnard. Discover Barnard BLUE 11:30 am - 1:00 pm Diana Event Oval During your time at Barnard, you‘ll meet people from a number of backgrounds and cultures. This event focuses on creating an inclusive campus community that allows people to feel comfortable as they explore their own identities. Barre Fit 1:00 pm - 1:45 pm Aerobics Room 3, Dodge Fitness Center Want to get in your daily dose of exercise? Barre fit is a great and easy way to fit it in. Pre-Health Curriculum for Transfer and Combined Plan Students 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Havemeyer 309 Thinking of being pre-med? Go to this info session so you‘ll know which courses you‘ll have to take, when you should take them, and how you can boost your application with what Columbia has to offer. OL Group Time: Campus Tours 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Various Locations Head out with your OL to see what campus has to offer, but if you‘re afraid of missing anything, make sure to head over to Required Reading‘s orientation website to see our play around with our interactive MoHi map. Step Up and Get SAVI 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Party Space, Lerner 555 Learn how to develop a safe college campus with Sexual Violence Response as you engage in activities that teach you about bystander intervention and the resources Columbia has to offer to those affected by sexual assault. Under1Roof 1:00 pm - 3:45 pm Hamilton Hall Discuss how you and your peers can foster inclusive communities on campus. Student Services Fair 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm James Room, Four floor Barnard Hall Come learn about all the different services Barnard has to offer. Beyond Barnard: Curating Your Life Beyond the Gates 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm Ella Weed Room, 223 Milbank Hall Perhaps it‘s too soon to think about it, but are you interested in going to grad school after your time at Barnard? At this info session, you‘ll have the opportunity to talk to the Dean for Pre-Professional Advising to learn what you need to be thinking about now if this is the path you want to follow. Scoops with Columbia College and Columbia Engineering Staff 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm Furnald Lawn Take a short break from all your NSOP events by hanging out with your new friends and Columbia faculty on Furnald Lawn. Pre-Health Curriculum for First-Year Students 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Havemeyer 309 Thinking of being pre-med? Go to this info session so you‘ll know which courses you‘ll have to take, when you should take them, and how you can boost your application with what Columbia has to offer. Intermediate Modern Dance 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Studio 1 (Barnard 11) Have a few dancing skills up your sleeve? If you‘ve been dancing for a few years, head over to Barnard Hall to see what a Modern Dance class at Columbia is like. Financial Fluency 101 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Diana Event Oval Learning how to budget is a very important school, but perhaps even more so that you‘re starting college. On the Meeting of Cultures 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Pupin 301 Learn how to keep yourself well while immersed in college culture by meeting staff from Counseling and Psychological Services. Secrets from Successful Sophomores 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Krueger Lecture Hall, 405 Milbank Hear some tips and tricks from former first-years about navigating life at Columbia and Barnard. Dinner 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm John Jay Dining Hall Tent Tuck into dinner with your new friends and enjoy the cool evening weather. OL Group Time: Sibling Hangout 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Check with your OL Get to know some students from Barnard across the street before heading off with your OL group to the Community Forum. Community Forum 8:30 pm - 10:00 pm Levien Gymnasium For the first time this NSOP, all four undergraduate schools will convene as one and celebrate their arrival at Columbia. Think high school pep rally, only bigger. Community Unscripted: Activism 10:00 pm - 12:00 am Diana LL104 Community Unscripted is an NSOP series designed to teach you how you can get involved in a certain activity on campus. If you‘re interested in activism, you‘ll definitely want to pay this one a visit. Community Unscripted: City Life 10:00 pm - 12:00 am Diana 203 Community Unscripted is an NSOP series designed to teach you how you can get involved in a certain activity on campus or in New York. If you‘re interested in all the city has to offer, you‘ll definitely want to pay this one a visit. Community Unscripted: Politics 10:00 pm - 12:00 am Diana LL103 Community Unscripted is an NSOP series designed to teach you how you can get involved in a certain activity on campus or in New York. If you‘re interested in politics, you‘ll definitely want to pay this one a visit. Community Unscripted: STEM 10:00 pm - 12:00 am Diana 504 Community Unscripted is an NSOP series designed to teach you how you can get involved in a certain activity on campus or in New York. If you‘re interested in any STEM subject, you‘ll definitely want to pay this one a visit. Late Night Activities: Relaxation and Wellness Space 10:00 pm - 12:00 am Wallach Lounge If you‘d rather have a chill evening, join the Residence Hall Leadership Organization (RHLO) in Furnald Lounge. There will be a handful of activities designed to help you relax after a busy day, and you‘ll get to meet some fellow first-years. Late Night Activities: Relaxation and Wellness Space 10:00 pm - 12:00 am Wallach Lounge If you‘d rather have a chill evening, join the Residence Hall Leadership Organization (RHLO) in Furnald Lounge. There will be a handful of activities designed to help you relax after a busy day, and you‘ll get to meet some fellow first-years. Late Night Activities: Coffeehouse 10:00 pm - 12:00 am John Jay Lounge Want to listen to some good music, or perform for your classmates? Make sure you go to this Late Night event, and sign up when you get there if you want a chance to perform. | Thursday August 31st Breakfast 7:30 am - 9:00 am John Jay Dining Hall Tent Breakfast time again! Wake up late and go right before your first event of the day, or wake up earlier and eat before doing yoga or going on a job Yoga 8:00 am - 8:40 am Studio 2, Barnard Hall Yoga‘s a great way to start your morning, especially if you aren‘t particularly athletic. Get something to eat before heading across Broadway to Barnard Hall, the building directly in front of you as you enter through the main gates. Morning Run 8:00 am - 9:00 am Sundial on College Walk Hoping to stay in (or get into) shape this year? Go for a light jog through Riverside Park! A group will meet at the Sundial in the middle of College Walk. Sunrise Stroll 8:00 am - 9:00 am Barnard Main Gates at 117th Street and Broadway Want to get in your daily dose of exercise? Get a quick breakfast and then go through a light walk through Riverside Park. Under1Roof 9:00 am - 11:45 am Hamilton Hall Discuss how you and your peers can foster inclusive communities on campus. Being Connected, Being Barnard 9:00 am - 11:00 am Diana Event Oval Learn how to develop a safe college campus as you engage in activities that teach you about bystander intervention and the resources Columbia has to offer to those affected by sexual assault. Step Up and Get SAVI 9:30 am - 11:30 am Party Space, Lerner 555 Learn how to develop a safe college campus with Sexual Violence Response as you engage in activities that teach you about bystander intervention and the resources Columbia has to offer to those affected by sexual assault. Pro TIps from Professors: Making the Most of Your Course Work 9:30 am - 11:00 am Lehman Auditorium, 202 Altschul Want tips on how to make the most of your academic experience at Barnard? At this event, you‘ll have the opportunity to ask all your questions to Barnard professors and First-Year Class Dean Grabiner. OL Group Time: Campus Tours 10:00 am - 11:00 am Various Locations Head out with your OL to see what campus has to offer, but if you‘re afraid of missing anything, make sure to head over to Required Reading‘s orientation website to see our play around with our interactive MoHi map. Green Sale by EcoReps 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Various Locations If you still need to pick something up for your dorm but don‘t want to spend a fortune, head over to Wien Lounge for EcoReps‘ Green Sale. you‘ll be able to find everything you need, from rugs, to fridges, to dorm decorations. Eating Easy and Living Safely 10:00 am - 12:NaN am Diana Event Oval Your physical and mental wellness should be your number one priority, so come learn about lal the resources Barnard Dining and Public Safety have to offer. It‘s Your Health 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Roone Arledge Auditorium What resources does Columbia have to help you when you get sick? If you have questions about Columbia‘s health services, go to Roone Arledge to meet Columbia Health staff. Collect a bunch of free goodies as you move from table to table. Lunch 11:00 am - 2:00 pm John Jay Dining Hall Tent Fuel up before heading back out for another afternoon of orientation events. What Community Means at Barnard 11:00 am - 12:00 pm James Room, Fourth Floor Barnard Hall Barnard is a tight-knit community, so fostering a healthy community is key. At this event, you‘ll discuss how students and faculty can create a culture of respect within campus. Wellness Forum 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Held Auditorium, 304 Barnard Hall Come meet representatives from Primary Care, Furman Counseling Center, and the Office of Disability Services so you can keep your mind and body as healthy as possible during your time at Barnard. Discover Barnard BLUE 11:30 am - 1:00 pm Diana Event Oval During your time at Barnard, you‘ll meet people from a number of backgrounds and cultures. This event focuses on creating an inclusive campus community that allows people to feel comfortable as they explore their own identities. International Students and Scholars Office Info Session 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm 301 Pupin Hall At this information session, international students learn about various topics that are specific to them, such as employment eligibility on and off campus, what travel documents they‘ll need to return to the US after breaks, and more. Sculpt 1:00 pm - 1:45 pm Aerobics Room 3, Dodge Fitness Center Stay in (or get into) shape with this fitness class! Remember to wear athletic shoes, as they‘re required. Visiting Student Group Advising 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Broadway Room, Lerner Hall Have any questions for Columbia‘s academic advisers? This is the time to ask them. Live Well, Learn Well—Carman, Hartley, and Wallach Residents 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Residence Hall Floors Have a conversation with volunteers with Alice! Peer Leaders to talk about how you can balance school, your social life, and your wellness while making the transition to college Intermediate ballet 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm Studio 1 (Barnard 11) Have a few dancing skills up your sleeve? If you‘ve been dancing for a few years, head over to Barnard Hall to see what a Ballet class at Columbia is like. BLUEPrint 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Diana 501, 502, and 504 Meet up with your BLUEPrint group for the first time! This event is mandatory if you‘re participating in BLUEPrint. Live Well, Learn Well—Furnald, John Jay Residents 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Residence Hall Floors Have a conversation with volunteers with Alice! Peer Leaders to talk about how you can balance school, your social life, and your wellness while making the transition to college Dinner 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm John Jay Dining Tent Another meal outside. Enjoy the nice weather while you can! Take Me Out to the Ballgame: New York Yankees vs. Boston Red Sox 4:00 pm - 11:00 pm Yankee Stadium See long-time rivals in the New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox face-off at Yankee Stadium. Make sure you pick up your tickets from the Sundial from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesday and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday. Community Iftar: Day of Arafa 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Party Space, Lerner Hall Celebrate the Day of Arafa and Eid Al-Adha with the Columbia community. | Friday September 1st Breakfast 7:30 am - 9:00 am John Jay Dining Hall Tent Another day, another round of NSOP events. Wake up late and go right before your first event of the day, or wake up earlier and eat before doing yoga or going on a job. Eid Al-Adha Prayer 9:00 am - 10:00 am Earl Hall Auditorium Come celebrate Eid Al-Adha with the Columbia community with a morning prayer. Navigating Disability Accommodations in College 9:00 am - 10:00 am Diana Event Oval Learn how Barnard‘s Office of Disability Services can accommodate you, and what you need to do to request those accommodations. Pre-Health Power Hour with Dean Melinda Cohen and Guests 9:00 am - 10:00 am Krueger Lecture Hall, 405 Milbank Pre-med or pre-health? Ask a panel of faculty and students all the questions you have about following a pre-health track at Barnard. Registration Help Session 9:30 am - 2:30 pm Satow Room, Lerner Hall Have any questions about registration? Current students will be sitting in the Satow Room nearly the whole day, ready to answer any question you ask. Butler Library Welcome Event 10:00 am - 11:00 am Butler 301 Meet the librarians of Butler at the Butler Library Welcome event, and learn a little bit more about how you can use the library to your advantage during your four years of college. Center for Career Education Info Session and Getting a Job on Campus 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Pupin 301 Thinking of getting a job? The Center for Career Education has a lot of services they can offer to help you in your endeavor, from renting you business clothes to giving résumé critiques. Get Sorted With Student Life 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Third floor Diana Center Get sorted into and meet others from your Hogwarts house. Step Up and Get SAVI 10:30 am - 11:30 am Roone Arledge Auditorium Learn how to develop a safe college campus with Sexual Violence Response as you engage in activities that teach you about bystander intervention and the resources Columbia has to offer to those affected by sexual assault. Study Abroad and Fellowships Information Sessions 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Lerner 555 If you‘re interested in studying abroad, go to this info session lead by the Office of Global Programs and Fellowships—they‘ll tell you everything you need to know about planning to go abroad, when you‘ll need to fill out your application, and much more. Lunch 11:00 am - 2:00 pm John Jay Dining Hall Tent Fuel up before heading back out for another afternoon of orientation events. Blood Drive 11:00 am - 5:00 pm Low Library Rotunda Interested in giving blood? There will be a station on Low Plaza set up for almost the entire day—go when you get the chance! Library Adventure 11:00 am - 1:00 pm LeFrak Center What services do the libraries have, and what exactly can your personal librarian help you with? Transfer, Visiting, and Combined Plan Students: OL Lunch and NSOP Reflection 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm Ferris Booth Commons What did you think of NSOP? What did you learn and what would you have done differently? Have a final check-in with or OL over dinner and share a meal as a group for the last time. Class Photo 12:15 pm - 1:00 pm Low Library Rotunda If you have a free moment during lunch, come up to Low Plaza to pose with the entire Columbia class of 221. Financial Aid 101 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm Pupin 301 If you have any questions about your financial aid package, come and get them answered by the Office of Financial Aid and Educational Financing. Transfer Social Outing: Kinky Boots 12:30 pm - 4:30 pm Barnard Gates If you‘re interested in joining your fellow transfers for a night out on Broadway, purchase $20 tickets from the Barnard Store, located on the first floor of the Diana Center. Career Development 101 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm LL104 Diana Center If you‘re thinking about getting a job in the near future, attend this info session with the Office of Career Development to learn what services they offer and opportunities they can help you find. Center for Career Education International Student Info Session 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Pupin 301 Thinking of getting a job? If you have any questions about how to find a job as an international student, staff members from the Center of Career Education and current students will be in Pupin to help. Public Safety and Fire Safety 2:00 pm - 3:15 pm Roone Arledge Auditorium Sit and listen as Public Safety and Fire Safety walk you through procedures, tips, and tricks on how to stay safe while in college. Sure, fire drills at inconvenient times are annoying, but they keep you safe, so they‘ll have to remain a necessary evil. The Sciences at CU 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm Lerner 555 Know you want to major in a STEM subject, but don‘t know which one? Learn about the different science departments at Columbia and what makes each unique. Disability Services Open House 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Wien Hall, Suite 180A If you‘re registered with Disability Services (or think you need to be), come to this open house to have a one-on-one meeting with a DS Coordinator. Learn what kind of accommodations they can make for you, what resources are available to students with disabilities, and what events the office will be hosting throughout the year. Global Ambassadors @ Columbia 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Broadway Room, Lerner Hall Interested in embracing other cultures and meeting people from around the world? This meeting will focus on how students can get involved with Columbia‘s Global Ambassador Program—make sure you think of questions you want to ask! Class Photo 3:30 pm - 4:00 pm Quad Lawn If you‘re not too busy with other NSOP events, come to the Quad to pose with the entire Barnard class of 221. OL Group Time: NSOP Recap 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Check with your OL What did you think of NSOP? What did you learn and what would you have done differently? Have a final check-in with your OL and group for the last time. Dinner 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Ferris Booth Commons Tuck into dinner with your new friends and enjoy the cool evening weather. Outdoor Movie 7:30 pm - 9:15 pm Low Plaza Watch a movie on South Lawn or Low Steps. “What movie‘s showing?” you ask. For now, that‘s a surprise. Shabbat Dinner 8:15 pm - 10:15 pm Kraft Center Want to celebrate Shabbat with the Columbia community. Get a free dinner in the Kraft Center (606 W. 115th Street), but make sure RSVP before going to ensure your spot. CU Glow 9:15 pm - 10:00 pm Low Plaza As soon as the sun sets, collect your glow sticks and head on over to Low Steps for dancing, music, and a never-ending game of tossing your glow ring onto Alma Mater‘s staff. Student Concert: City Vibes 10:00 pm - 11:30 pm Diana Event Oval There are plenty of talented students here at CU. See some of the upperclassmen perform songs, dance routines, and even poetry recitals. Community Unscripted 10:00 pm - 4:00 pm Diana Center Community Unscripted is an NSOP series designed to teach you how you can get involved in a certain activity on campus. If you‘re interested in faith and spirituality, LGBTQIA and allies initiatives, people of color programs, you‘ll definitely want to pay this one a visit. Late Night Activities 10:00 pm - 12:00 am Diana Center After another day of NSOP events, unwind with your classmates with another round of Late Night Activities. Either relax with your peers in Wallach Lounge, or if you still have the energy, play Frisbee outside Furnald Hall. | Saturday September 2nd Bear Mountain Excursion 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Lerner Hall Entrance: 115th Street and Broadway If you want to get away from the city for a few hours, join the Columbia Outdoor Orientation Program on this day-trip to Bear Mountain State Park. you‘ll be going on a hike, so make sure you wear walking shoes. Additionally, make sure you sign up for the program by going to Lerner 515 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Brunch 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Ferris Booth Commons Your first outing to Ferris! Get a good brunch before heading off to a Neighborhood Tour, info session, or a relaxing evening of hanging out in the sun. Neighborhood Tours: Midtown Mania 10:00 am - 12:30 pm East Ramp Lounge, Lerner Hall Break out of the MoHi bubble to explore some of Manhattan‘s finest sites. (On this tour specifically, you‘ll go down to Times Square, the Rockefeller Center, and Radio City Music Hall.) Neighborhood Tours: Williamsburg Bridge + Smorgasburg 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Broadway Room, Lerner Hall Break out of the MoHi bubble to explore some of Manhattan‘s finest sites. (On this tour specifically, you‘ll get to journey all the way down to Brooklyn to explore Williamsburg.) Neighborhood Tours: Cross-Borough Excursion 11:00 am - 3:00 pm Broadway Room, Lerner Hall Break out of the MoHi bubble to explore some of Manhattan‘s finest sites. (On this tour specifically, you‘ll go down to Brooklyn, walk across the Brooklyn Bridge into Manhattan, and then explore Chinatown, Little Italy, and others.) Columbia College First-Year Class Council Information Session 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 568 Lerner Hall If you‘re thinking of running for Columbia College‘s First-Year Student Council, you must come to this mandatory info session. Neighborhood Tours: American Museum of Natural History Excursion 11:30 am - 1:30 pm East Ramp Lounge, Lerner Hall Break out of the MoHi bubble to explore some of Manhattan‘s finest sites. (On this trip specifically, you‘ll get to see all that the Museum of Natural History has to offer.) Neighborhood Tours: Central Harlem Tour 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Broadway Room, Lerner Hall Break out of the MoHi bubble to explore some of Manhattan‘s finest sites. Neighborhood Tours: Queens—The Story of Astoria 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm East Ramp Lounge, Lerner Hall Break out of the MoHi bubble to explore some of Manhattan‘s finest sites. (On this trip specifically, you‘ll get to spend some time in Queens, one of New York‘s most ethnically diverse boroughs.) JJ‘s Place Open 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm JJ‘s Place Go to JJ‘s Place for the first time in your college careers! Indulge in the mozzarella sticks, frozen yogurt, and smoothie bar. Neighborhood Tours: East Village Eateries 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm Broadway Room, Lerner Hall Break out of the MoHi bubble to explore some of Manhattan‘s finest sites. (On this trip specifically, you‘ll get to test some of the trendiest eateries in the East Village.) Neighborhood Tours: Just Desserts 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm 569 Lerner Hall Break out of the MoHi bubble to explore some of Manhattan‘s finest sites. (On this trip specifically, you‘ll get to head into Greenwich Village to satisfy your sweet tooth.) Neighborhood Tours: Metropolitan Museum of Art Cloisters Excursion 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm Metropolitan Museum of Art Break out of the MoHi bubble to explore some of Manhattan‘s finest sites. (On this trip specifically, you‘ll get to explore one of New York‘s finest museums, the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Note that you‘ll meet your group there, so make sure you look up directions before setting off.) Campus Green Tour—Columbia EcoReps 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Sundial on College Walk Explore campus with the EcoReps to learn about some of the strides are being taken to promote sustainability at Columbia. Natives and Indigenous Students and Allies Mixer 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Satow Room, Lerner If you‘re interested in meeting people who share similar backgrounds as you, head on over to this student mixer. Neighborhood Tours: LGBTQIA in the Village 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm Broadway Room, Lerner Hall Break out of the MoHi bubble to explore some of Manhattan‘s finest sites. (On this trip specifically, you‘ll get to head down to Greenwich Village, the place where the LGBTQIA movement began.) Neighborhood Tours: The High Line and the Chelsea Piers 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm 569 Lerner Hall Break out of the MoHi bubble to explore some of Manhattan‘s finest sites. (On this trip specifically, you‘ll get to journey on down to the High Line to see some cool architecture and outdoor art exhibits, followed by a walk along Chelsea Piers.) International Students and Allies Mixer 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm 555 Lerner Hall If you‘re interested in meeting people who share similar backgrounds as you, head on over to this student mixer. Neighborhood Tours: Metropolitan Museum of Art Cloisters Excursion 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Metropolitan Museum of Art Break out of the MoHi bubble to explore some of Manhattan‘s finest sites. (On this trip specifically, you‘ll get to explore one of New York‘s finest museums, the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Note that you‘ll meet your group there, so make sure you look up directions before setting off.) Neighborhood Tours: Morningside Heights—Harlem 101 3:00 pm - 5:30 pm Broadway Room, Lerner Break out of the MoHi bubble to explore some of Manhattan‘s finest sites. (On this trip specifically, you‘ll get to see a bit of what Harlem has to offer when it comes to stores, restaurants, and monuments.) Black/African Students and Allies Mixer 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Satow Room, Lerner Hall If you‘re interested in meeting people who share similar backgrounds as you, head on over to this student mixer. Green Welcome—Columbia EcoReps 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm John Jay Lounge If you‘re interested in getting involved with the sustainability movement at Columbia, come chat with the EcoReps to learn a bit more about their organization and how you can get involved as a first-year. Asian Students and Allies Mixer 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm 555 Lerner Hall If you‘re interested in meeting people who share similar backgrounds as you, head on over to this student mixer. Meet and Greet with Fraternity and Sorority Life 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Low Plaza Interested in becoming a part of Greek Life at Columbia? Get to know current fraternity and sorority members at this evening mixer with food and games. Dinner 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Ferris Booth Commons After an exciting day of exploring NYC‘s various hotspots, sit down to a nice dinner in Ferris. Dinner 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm John Jay Dining Hall Get something good to eat from John Jay before heading off to Roone Arledge Auditorium for the Performance Showcase. Open Mic Night 9:00 pm - 11:30 pm Roone Arledge Auditorium Your classmates are unbelievably talented, so this is a great opportunity to see them perform. If you‘re interested in signing up for a slot, make sure you sign-up in Roone Arledge Auditorium between 6 and 7 p.m. Movie 10:00 pm - 12:00 am Carman Lounge Want a quiet night in? Join RHLO for a screening of Space Jam. | Sunday September 3rd Brunch 10:00 am - 2:00 pm John Jay You get to sleep in late today, as brunch doesn‘t even begin until 10 a.m. Afterwards, be prepared for a relatively chill do, as there are very few required events. Transfer and Visiting Student Mixer 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 555 Lerner Hall If you‘re interested in meeting people who share similar backgrounds as you, head on over to this student mixer. JJ‘s Place Open 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm JJ‘s Place If the servings at John Jay don‘t entice you, just go down one more floor to JJ‘s for burgers, fries, chicken wings, etc. First-Generation Students and Allies Mixer 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Satow Room, Lerner Hall If you‘re interested in meeting people who share similar backgrounds as you, head on over to this student mixer. Latinx Students and Allies Mixer 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm 555 Lerner Hall If you‘re interested in meeting people who share similar backgrounds as you, head on over to this student mixer. Welcome Carnival 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm Hamilton Lawn Now that NSOP is almost over, finish off the week with a bang with this outdoor Carnival. Expect food, games, and an evening of fun. Arab and Middle Eastern Students and Allies Mixer 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Satow Room, Lerner Hall If you‘re interested in meeting people who share similar backgrounds as you, head on over to this student mixer. Mixed Heritage Students and Allies Mixer 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm 555 Lerner Hall If you‘re interested in meeting people who share similar backgrounds as you, head on over to this student mixer. LGBTQ Students and Allies Mixer 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm 555 Lerner Hall If you‘re interested in meeting people who share similar backgrounds as you, head on over to this student mixer. Performance Showcase 8:30 pm - 11:30 pm Roone Arledge Auditorium Cap off NSOP with one of the most exciting event of all of orientation by watching many on-campus groups perform. If you‘re interested in joining a performing arts group, this will be a good opportunity for you to learn about the different clubs on campus before deciding which ones you want to join. | Monday September 4th Central Park Outing 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Sundial on College Walk Haven‘t had a chance to see Central Park yet? Join the Columbia Outdoor Orientation Program for a walk through the park as the perfect Labor Day celebration. Community Night 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm Residence Hall Check in with your floor and your RA: How was NSOP, and what are you looking forward to for your first day of school? | Tuesday September 5th Back@Barnard Block Party 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Throughout Campus Now that you‘ve made it through the first day of classes, celebrate with your classmates, Barnard faculty, and upperclassmen with a free BBQ. | Wendesday September 6th Activities Fair at Barnard 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm Diana Event Oval There are many clubs at Barnard that you may be interested on joining. Head over to the Diana Center to meet representatives from every Barnard club and pick up some informational materials (and perhaps even free swag). | Thursday September 7th | Thursday September 8th Activities Day at Columbia 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm College Walk you‘ll definitely want to make it to this event. All active clubs on campus will be stationed at tables on College Walk, Low Library, and in front of Butler Library to talk to students about their clubs and how you can get involved. Look for a map near the Sundial that will tell you where everyone is, and make sure you do your research on which groups might be best for you by using Required Reading‘s club profile feature. |