Tuesday, August 30
Click it or Ticket
10 a.m. – Noon M-Deck
Why should you wear a seatbelt? Because it's Georgia law. To motivate you, we will give prizes to those we see buckled up. Come visit us at M-Deck and let us welcome you with prizes and information on seatbelt safety. For more information, contact Student Health Promotion or the University Police.
Student Organization Street Fair
11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Hurt Park
Want to get involved in student life? Come to the Student Organization Street Fair and find out about the more than 300 chartered student organizations at Georgia State. You can even join a club. For more information, contact Student Activities.
Atlanta Vendor Fair
11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Gilmer Street
Would you like information about helpful services or opportunities in the Atlanta area? Come find out about the many specials and incentives that Atlanta vendors offer to new and returning Georgia State students! Vendors will include banks, professional Atlanta sports teams, and grocery stores. It will be a fun and informative event! For more information, contact the Welcome Center.
Successful Navigation of Freshman Year
2 – 3 p.m. Student Center – Sinclair Suite
College is about choices and making informed decisions. At the Student Advisement Center (SAC) we have a team of 12 academic advisors ready to help. At this session, we will discuss SAC services, the Georgia State curriculum and how you can build an appropriate and balanced schedule. We can answer your questions about everything from selecting a major to the differences between a major, a minor and a concentration. Together you and your academic advisor will work to make an individualized plan that puts you on the path to student success. For more information, contact the Student Advisement Center.
Time Flies When You’re on Facebook
3 – 4 p.m. Student Center – Lucerne Suite
Busy with social media, academic work and professional development activities every day, many students often neglect some of their biggest priorities such as studying and health. Learn how to effectively manage your time and set goals on when tasks need to be completed to help you make the most of your time. For more information, contact Undergraduate Studies.
2nd Annual Intercultural Relations Social
5 – 7 p.m. Veterans Memorial Hall
A great way to meet student organizations and university offices that work with diversity programs and initiatives on campus. Come meet, greet, and eat! For more information, contact Intercultural Relations.
6th Annual Georgia State Idol
7 – 9 p.m. Rialto Center for the Arts
Could there be a Kelly Clarkson, Fantasia, Adam Lambert or Scotty McCreery in our midst? Who’s going to be the next big thing? To find out, Georgia State is hosting its own version of the mega TV hit, American Idol! Come and see our talented contestants (chosen at the August 25 auditions) as they sing for the coveted title of Georgia State Idol! For more information, contact the Office of New Student Orientation & Parent Relations.
