WELCOME WEEK
is here!!
8.30.08 - 9.7.08
The Student Activities Center invites you to
EXPLORE the DC and GW communities,
CONNECT to your campus and fellow students, and
CREATE new memories during the first week of fall semester.
Thank you to everyone that helped make Welcome Week 2008 a great success!
Check out some snap shots of Welcome Week:
 
 
2008 Events Calendar:
Saturday, August 30th
Gdub First Night//9pm-12am//Marvin Center 3rd and 5th floors.  Come enjoy a night of carnival fun with FREE food, FREE bowling and billiards, games, lazer tag, music & dancing!
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Women's Volleyball//1:00pm and 7:00pm//Charles E. Smith Center
Come cheer on the Colonials as the Women's Volleyball team takes on George Mason at 1pm and Georgetown at 7pm on our home court.
Sunday, August 31st
All-You-Can-Eat Sunday Brunch//9am-2pm//Ames Dining Hall on the Mount Vernon Campus. Only $7.50 per person (plus an additional $1.50 for omelets); a la carte options are also available. Dining Dollars and Colonial Cash are welcome. Sponsored by the Mount Vernon Programming Council, mvpc@gwu.edu.
Find-A-Church//9:00am//J-Street
Looking for a church in the DC area? Come for some donuts and some quick overviews of churches in the area as well as some people who know how to get there. Sponsored by Intervarsity Christian Fellowship.
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First Sunday Night Dinner//5:30-7pm//J-Street Cafe. The popular Sunday Night Dinner will return to J Street this year, with home-cooked offerings each Sunday evening. Enjoy this GW Sunday tradition with a relaxed home-style atmosphere and tasty, pay-by-the-ounce meal.
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Movie on the Yard//9pm-11pm//University Yard. Bring your friends, a blanket or beach chair and enjoy Ironman. Sponsored by Program Board, gwpb@gwu.edu.
Monday, September 1st
Freshmen Day of Service//10am//Marvin Center Great Hall and locations around DC. A day of service for the class of 2012! Travel to the National Mall for a morning of community service with other GW Freshmen and give back to the DC community. Sponsored by Program Board, service@gwpb.org.
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Freshmen Convocation//2:00pm//Charles E. Smith Center. Join members of the GW Community and President Steven Knapp as they welcome the class of 2012 to GW.
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Labor Day BBQ//4:00pm-6:00pm//University Yard. Join Class Council as they fire up the grill at this annual BBQ. Meet your class representatives and learn about what programs CC has ready for your class this year! Sponsored by Class Council.
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Labor Day Student Showcase//8pm//Dorothy Betts Marvin Theatre. Join many of GW's performance groups for a night of singing, acting, dancing, comedy, and more at the premiere showcase event. After the performances, come over to Columbian Square for dessert and a perofrmance group meet n' greet and find out how to get involved with the arts at GW.
Tuesday, September 2nd
Find Your Way information tables//7:30am-10:30am//Kogan Plaza, University Yard, Marvin Center, Thurston Hall, Academic Center, & Mount Vernon Quad. Upperclassmen and staff will be located across campus to assist you in finding your way to your class, meetings, and around campus. Know where you're going already? Just stop by for some breakfast and information on Welcome Week events. ***********************************************************
 Coffee and Doughnuts with the Deans//8:30am-10am//Phillips Hall 107. FSO: For Sophomores Only. Sophomores, please start the morning off right with some refreshments with your Columbian College of Arts and Sciences & Class Council! Reconnect with friends, get answers to your burning academic questions and meet your elected Class Council Members. Sponsored by CCAS and Class Council.
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Ice Cream with GW & The Community//3-5pm//Kogan Plaza. Enjoy FREE ice cream with your friendly Foggy Bottom/West End neighbors, and the GW Community. Co-sponsored by DC & Foggy Bottom/West End Affairs.
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Tuesday Dinner//5:30pm//GW Newman Catholic Student Center. Every week the Newman Center serves a free, home-cooked meal to any student who comes by. It is a great time for socializing and experiencing a home away from home. Contact Alecia Maniatis at alecia@gwcatholic.com or Andy Bergbauer at tab@gwu.edu.
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Student Organization and Services Fair//7:00pm-9:00pm//University Yard and Kogan Plaza. Learn how to get involved with Student Organizations and meet some representatives from the Student and Academic Support Services division. Stick around and enjoy some FREE food!
To sign-up your organization or department and reserve a table at the fair please fill out a request form here.
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Hypnotist Tom DeLuca//9:00pm//Betts Theatre. Back by popular demand, Tom DeLuca joins GW for a night of laughter, fun, and good old fashion hypnotism.
Wednesday, September 3rd
TRAiLS Outdoor Adventure Festival//11am-2pm//University Yard. Join GW's outdoor student group, TRAiLS, for an afternoon of fun and excitment featuring demonstrations, prizes, and a chance to meet other outdoor organizations. The TRAiLS bear invites you to Come Play Outside!
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Federal Work Study Fair//1pm-4pm//Marvin Center Grand Ballroom Federal work-study-awarded students can take advantage of this opportunity to meet with employers and to pick up employment forms and complete tax paperwork. Dress apporpriately as employers may conduct preliminary job interviews at the fair. Sponsored by the GW Career Center.
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Wacky Wednesday: Design on a Dime//6pm-8pm//Mount Vernon Pub. Before heading out to RHA's Target Takeover, kick off the night with free ice cream and find out how to make your room look like a million bucks! Sponsored by Mount Vernon Campous Life and GW Housing Programs.
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RHA Target Takeover//6-11pm//Buses leave from Kogan Plaza & Mount Vernon Quad. We'll take you to the NEW Columbia Heights Target to buy all the stuff you forgot at home and more to make your room your own. Contact gwrha@gwu.edu for more information. Sponsored by the Residence Hall Association.
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Karate Demonstration//7:00-8:00pm//Lloyd Gym, Mount Vernon Campus. Traditional karate demonstratoin. All are welcome, both beginners and those with prior experience, to come watch a free demonstration class. Beginners get a free two week trial period beginning Monday, September 8th. Sponsored by JKA Karate Club of GW.
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Nationals vs. Phillies Baseball  Game//7:35pm//Nationals Park.
Head over to the NEW Nationals Park and join SASS and the City as we watch the Washington Nationals take on the Philadelphia Phillies. Tickets will be on sale in the Student Activities Center and at Mount Vernon Campus Life for a discounted price during Welcome Week.
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Student Org Block Party//7:00pm-9:00pm//Marvin Center 4th Floor Lobby and Offices
Come meet the student orgs that have offices on the 4th floor and learn about what the Marvin Center and its Governing Board can do for you. Food and beverages provided. Contact mcgb@gwu.edu. Sponsored by Marvin Center Governing Board.
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WRGW New Members Fair & Open House//7:00pm-9:00pm//Marvin Center Continental Ballroom. Interested in radio, journalism, concerts, or music business? Visit the WRGW New Members Fair to meet our department directors, learn more about how to get involved both on-air right away and in production, business, promotions, and concerts/event planning at GW's student-run radio station. For more information visit, www.gwradio.com.
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Colonial Caucus//8:00pm//Alumni Club. You are cordially invited to an introductory debate held by GW's oldest society. It wouldn't be a new school year without a friendly discussion about the most controversial topics of our age. Check out our fliers for more information. Sponsored by the Enosinian Society.
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Senior Pub Night//10:00pm-1:30am//Nick's Riverside Grill in Georgetown. Welcome back seniors! Celebrate the beginning of senior year with Class Council at Nick's Riverside Grill. Purchase your drink tickets from one of your senior representatives. They are $4 early and $5 at the door and appetizers will be served. For more information visit the GW Class Council web site at http://studentorgs.gwu.edu/classcouncil. Sponsored by Class Council.
Thursday, September 4th
Freshman Feast//5:30pm-7:30pm//J Street Cafe. The Office of the Dean of Freshmen and GW Class Council invite you to an all-you-can-eat dinner for $4.99 per person. Freshmen and Sophomore Dining Dollars and Colonial Cash are welcome. Co-sponsored by Class Council and the Dean of Freshmen.
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SA Kick-off//7:30pm//Grand Ballroom. After the Freshman Feast, come on by to the Grand Ballroom to kick-off the new year with the Student Association and The Link. We'll have live music, snacks, and changes to get involved with the SA while spending some time with your elected student government leaders. Sponsored by the Student Association.
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Large Group Worship//7:30pm//Marvin Center 403. Come join us as we discover God's amazing love together through a night of songs, message, prayer and fellowship! Contact agape@gwu.edu for more information. Sponsored by the Agape Campus Christian Fellowship.
Friday, September 5th
Career Center Open House//10:00am-3:00pm//Old Main Building, Room 205. Stop by and see what the Career Center can do for you! Explore our Career Resource Room, obtain information on internships, part-time jobs, meet our career consultants... and much more! Refreshments provided.
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How to Land a Finance Internship//10am-2pm//Duques Hall Lobby. Come enjoy free coffee and doughnuts while you talk to former summer analysts and MBA students and learn how to gain valuable experience in fanance. Sponsored by Finance & Investments Club.
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DC in a Day//1pm-4pm//Check in Marvin Center 101. Join members of GW's faculty and staff as they take you on a free tour of some of their favorite spots in the DC metro area. Sign up for a faculty or staff guided tour HERE, at various events throughout Welcome Week or in the Student Activities Center, MC 427.
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MSSC Block Party//4pm-7pm//Marvin Center 3rd Floor Terrace. Hang out with the Multicultural Student Services Center community for an evening of BBQ, music, fun & games. Calling all who appreciate diversity! Sponsored by the Multicultural Student Services Center.
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GW Mock Trial Info Sessions//6:00pm//Marvin Center 413
Come learn about the nation's #1 ranked undergraduate mock trial team. More info sessions will be held on September 7th at 12pm, the 9th at 7pm, and the 10th at 7pm. Check out gwmocktrial.org for details and locations. Sponsored by GW Mock Trial.
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Welcome Back Shabbat//6:00pm// GW Hillel
Join us in celebrating your first Shabbat at GW! We will have Mocktail hour and Reform, Conservative, and Orthodox service at 6:30pm. Then enjoy a home-cooked Shabbat dinner at 7:30pm. RSVP for dinner at www.gwhillel.org
Sponsored by the Jewish Student Association.
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Colonial Quest//7pm//Check-in in Kogan Plaza. A race into the night through GW's campus and local neighborhoods. Solve the clues, choose your path (wisely) and let the adventure begin. Sign up in the Student Activities Center, at various Welcome Week events or just show up to race.
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Best of Both Worlds Party//8:00pm//Continental Ballroom
The Best of Both Worlds Party is the MSSC Block Party's official after-party, and the annual multicultural kick-off to the school year. You don't want to miss it! Sponsored by the Black Student Union and the Organization of Latino American Students.
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receSs' First Comedy Show of the Year//Midnight//Betts Theater
GW's sketch, improv, and video comedy group is back in full force for our first show of the year! Check out http://gwrecess.com/ for more information. Sponsored by receSs.
Saturday, September 6th
DC in a Day: Part Deux//11am-2pm//Check in Marvin Center Great Hall. Another chance to join members of GW's faculty and staff as they take you on a free tour of some of their favorite spots in the DC metro area. Sign up for a faculty or staff guided tour HERE, at various events throughout Welcome Week or in the Student Activities Center, MC 427.
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Fall Fest//3pm-9pm//University Yard. The biggest festival and concert of the semester for the GW community. Enjoy live music, FREE food and fun at this annual event. Sponsored by Program Board.
Sunday, September 7th
National Freedom Walk//8:30am//Meet at Foggy Bottom Metro
Come join us or volunteer as we remember those who we lost on 9/11 and honor those who currently serve or have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. Sponsored by Students Defending Democracy.
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GW Bazaar//2pm-5pm//Mount Vernon Quad @ the Mount Vernon Campus. The Quad plays host to a variety of activities designed to make your home your own with international flair. Sponsored by Mount Vernon Campus Life. 
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Phirst Session: Centennial Club BBQ//2:00pm-6:00pm//Kogan Plaza
The Mu Delta Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated and the Nu Beta Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated invite you to sit, relax, and enjoy the best deal a dollar can get you: food, great music, and great entertainment. Don't miss out on a great opportunity to socialize with students from GW and all around DC!
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NFL Kick-Off Party//time TBD//Hippodrome, Marvin Center 5th Floor. Join other football fans to enjoy the start of NFL Sunday football and some FREE WOW Wingery food.
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FPPalooza//9pm//Marvin Center 310
FPPalooza is an informal get-together where students interested in joining Forbidden Planet Productions theatre organization can come meet the board, members, and get info on shows, auditions and other FPP events. Sponsored by Forbidden Planet Productions.
Make Welcome Week your Facebook friend by going to www.facebook.com or emailing Welcome Week!
For questions please contact Molly Kastendieck at 202.994.9242 or welcome@gwu.edu.
The Adventure continues after Welcome Week...
Monday, September 8th
NSBE BBQ//1:00pm-4:00pm//Anniversary Yard
Welcome the freshman, welcome back everyone else, and learn about NSBE.
Sponsored by the National Society of Black Engineers
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Community Service at GW: Because one can make a difference//8pm//Marvin Center 307. Take this opportunity to learn how you can take initiative in alleviating problems facing the GW community, DC and the world. Get involved in community service projects that meet your interests and meet other students who share your passion for service. Sponsored by GW Circle K International Club.
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CHAMAK Teaching Sessions//9pm-12am//Marvin Center. Dance first, think later. Ladies, if you share a passion for dance, please join us and learn a short CHAMAK routine. If you are interested we encourage you to try out for our team. Other teaching sessions will be held from 9pm-12am on September 9th-12th. Sponsored by GW CHAMAK.
Tuesday, September 9th
Community Service Fair 2008//1pm-4pm//Marvin Center Grand Ballroom
Come meet and recruit current students from The George Washington University interested in Volunteering, Federal Work Study, Academic Service-Learning, and Post-Graduation opportunities. Sponsored by the Office of Community Service.
Friday, September 12th
Bhangra Team Tryouts//8:00pm-12:00am//Marvin Center Grand Ballroom. Come and learn a quick and simple bhangra routine for FREE, and try out for this year's team. Another tryout time is offered on Saturday, September 13th from 12pm-3pm. Sponsored by GW Bhangra
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BSU Crepeaway Social//8pm//Kogan Plaza
Come relax with new and old friends with all-you-can-eat $3 Crepeaway specials. Sponsored by Black Student Union.
Saturday, September 13th
Welcome to DC-Annual GW Williams House BBQ//3-7pm//611 22nd Street, NW. The members of the GW Williams House, a GW Housing Living and Learning Community and Student Organization, invites you to join us for our annual back to school BBQ. Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors will be in the House to mix and mingle and have FREE food.
Salsa Night//8:00pm-11:00pm//Marvin Center Grand Ballroom
Come out and join GW Ballroom for a fun night of FREE salsa dancing! Lessons will be provided, all are welcome! Sponsored by GW Ballroom
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