Tempe Campus Family Weekend
Friday, October 16, 2009
Family Weekend Check-In
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Memorial Union, Cochise (Room 228)
You or your student can pick up your registration packet. You will also have the opportunity to ask questions about the weekend's activities.
*This is a Must Attend Event
Open Classes for ASU Families
8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Various locations
Do you wonder what goes on behind the closed doors of your student's classes? Wonder no more! We invite you to go to class with your Sun Devil. Students must check with their instructors prior to their class to confirm that there their parents can attend.
Tours of Vista Del Sol
9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
701 E Apache, Tempe
If you are already thinking about where your Sun Devil will live next year, make sure to add Vista Del Sol to the top of your list. Tours of the facility as well as the model units will be available throughout the day on Friday and Saturday. Make sure to stop by.
Student Success Center Open House
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Undergraduate Academic Services, Southeast Entrance
Hassayampa Academic Village, F Courtyard
Palo Verde West Patio
Learning Support Services
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Room 178, Memorial Union Success
Coaching Center
Palo Verde West Learning
Resource Center
Hassayampa Academic Village
Learning Resource Center, F-Wing
Multicultural Student Services Open House
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Student Services Building, Room 394
This is an opportunity for parents, families and students to become familiar with the staff and services at the Multicultural Student Services.
Career Services Open House
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Student Services Building, Room 329
Career Services if focused on helping freshman through graduate students choose or change a major, explore careers, and find satisfying employment upon graduation. Family members and students will learn why now is the time to start a life-long relationship with Career Services.
Counseling and Consultation Center Open House
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Student Services Building, Room 334
Learn about the services and resources provided by Counseling and Consultation. This Center is committed to helping students adjust to campus life and meet their academic goals.
Tour of ASU's Tempe Campus
10:45am and 2:00pm
Cochise (Room 228), Memorial Union
Devil's Advocates share ASU history and tradition in a one-hour tour of campus. Tours will occur at 10:45 am and 2:00 pm and leave from outside the Cochise room in the Memorial Union Building.
CTEL Meet and Mingle
11:00am- 1:00pm
Room L1-13, Payne Education Hall
Students and their families are invited to enjoy light refreshments as they meet and mingle with advisors of the College of Teacher Education and Leadership team! Visit and learn about programs and courses offered to education students, as well as student involvement opportunities available.
Friday Conversations - Nowhere to Hide with Julie Anand, School of Art assistant professor
11:00 a.m.
Art Museum, Nelson Fine Arts Center
Julie Anand's Material Histories is based on her walks around the Valley; as she moves through the city's neighborhoods, she collects lost and discarded items along the way. Her brilliantly-hued photographs present the found objects like specimens and begin to tell stories of the people who have traveled along the same path - their habits and preoccupations.
Sun Devil Generations: A Program for Youth
11:45am and 3:00pm
Basha Library, Old Main, Tempe Campus
Sun Devil Generations is the newest ASU Alumni Association program designed just for kids ages birth through 8th grade! Through age appropriate programming, collaboration with university partners and family activities, Sun Devil Generations members participate in ASU traditions and programs, become familiar with the ASU experience and begin to envision themselves as a college student. Sun Devil Generations creates a lifelong ASU connection and participants will develop a love of learning and share your affection for all things maroon and gold. Any child can join the program but the sponsor must be a member of the ASU Alumni Association. For more information please visit our website at www.asu.edu/alumni/sdg.
All are invited to do a fun, hands-on activity in the historical venue that is Old Main.
Welcome to ASU Family Weekend!
12:00 p.m. - 12:30 p.m.
1:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
3:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
La Paz(Room 242), Memorial Union
Welcome to Family Weekend at ASU. Join us for this brief reception to learn about all of the Must-Attend Events, highlights of the weekend and how to make the most of your time on campus. Light refreshments will be served.
*The fee for this event is included in your Family Weekend package registration.
Sun Devil Generations: A Program for Youth
11:45am and 3:00pm
Basha Library, Old Main, Tempe Campus
Sun Devil Generations is the newest ASU Alumni Association program designed just for kids ages birth through 8th grade! Through age appropriate programming, collaboration with university partners and family activities, Sun Devil Generations members participate in ASU traditions and programs, become familiar with the ASU experience and begin to envision themselves as a college student. Sun Devil Generations creates a lifelong ASU connection and participants will develop a love of learning and share your affection for all things maroon and gold. Any child can join the program but the sponsor must be a member of the ASU Alumni Association. For more information please visit our website at www.asu.edu/alumni/sdg.
All are invited to do a fun, hands-on activity in the historical venue that is Old Main.
Family Weekend Workshop Series
12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Memorial Union, Second Floor
Join us for the Family Weekend Workshop series during Family Weekend. The workshops are designed to help family members continue their transition to ASU. Sessions will help parents learn about campus safety, become engaged in their student's education and continue the successful transition to ASU. Although these workshops are designed for parents, students are welcome to attend as well.
Session 1:
Major Decisions: Helping your student choose a major
Time: 12:00-12:50pm
Location: Yuma (225)
Choosing a major can be a stressful experience for some students. Learn how to help your student begin thinking about the decision making process of choosing a major. Whether your student has changed their major 8 times or has yet to choose, this workshop will cover it all.
Sustainability at ASU
Time: 12:00-12:50
Location: Santa Cruz (229)
ASU continues to increase its efforts to be a green campus, find out more about these initiatives as well as what you can do to be Green!
How to Support Your Student... Through the College Years
Time: 12:00-12:50
Location: Yavapai (223)
Now that your student has survived the first two months of college and is settled in, the newness of college will begin to wear off. Come learn about the different ways you can support your college student throughout their college experience.
Ask Me! Residential Life
Time: 12:00-12:50
Location: Pinal (227)
Do you have questions about your student's living experience? This session will provide an open forum during which parents will have the opportunity to ask representatives from residence life any questions they have, and will provide an opportunity to talk about how to help your student make the most of their living situation.
Info at your fingertips: Using MyASU and Blackboard to Succeed at ASU
Time: 12:00-12:50
Location: Coconino (246)
Wan tto know how to see your grades, financial aid, housing, degree requirements or online coursework? The information portals of MyASU and Blackboard are waiting! Come see how to take full advantage of these great information tools!
Session 2:
Yikes! I can't do it alone, where do I go to get help with my classes?
Time: 1:00-1:50pm
Location: Yavapai (223)
Representatives from Learning Support Services and the ASU Student Success Center will discuss the resources and services they provide to support your student's academic success.
Ask Me! Residential Life
Time: 1:00-1:50pm
Location: Yuma (225)
Do you have questions about your student's living experience? This session will provide an open forum during which parents will have the opportunity to ask representatives from residence life any questions they have, and will provide an opportunity to talk about how to help your student make the most of their living situation.
But I've Never Seen That Grade Before
Time: 1:00-1:50pm
Location: Pinal (227)
During October and November your student will be thrust into the reality of college academics. Knowing what to anticipate for the exam, dealing with a volume of information, and planning and organizing study times are all common student concerns. Find out all the ways you can help your student succeeded academically.
Returning Home: Gearing up for Thanksgiving and Winter Break
Time: 1:00-1:50pm
Location: La Paz (242)
The anticipation of returning home for the holiday can stir up powerful emotions for both parent and student. Hear from current ASU students on what you can do to help ease the transition back to campus for your returning student.
Get to Know the ASU Student Health Plan
Time: 1:00-1:50pm
Location: Santa Cruz (229)
Learn about the ASU sponsored student insurance plan: benefits, enrollment periods and more. This is a cost-effective alternative and provides access to providers on campus, nationwide and internationally. Sponsored by: ASU Campus Health & Aetna Student Health
Session 3:
Get Involved!
Time: 2:00-2:50pm
Location: La Paz (242)
Have you ever heard your student say that? Well maybe they just don't know the right place to look. Come find out about all the great events and involvement opportunities taking place throughout the rest of the semester. It is never too late to get involved. Find out what you can do to help your student find their niche at ASU.
Sustainability at ASU
Time: 2:00-2:50pm
Location: Yavapai (223)
ASU continues to increase its efforts to be a green campus, find out more about these initiatives as well as what you can do to be Green!
Staying Healthy During the College Experience
Time: 2:00-2:50pm
Location: Yuma (225)
Campus Health Physicians will discuss typical health issues associated with college students and provide preventative alternatives. There will be a question and answer period included in the discussion.
Financial Aid
Time: 2:00-2:50pm
Location: Pinal (227)
This workshop speaks about financial aid available to students and the overall financial aid process. The workshop includes important dates and the disbursement process of financial aid.
Secrets to Success
Time: 2:00 p.m. - 2:50 p.m.
Location: Santa Cruz (229)
Learn how to take advantage of the many resources available at ASU to support your academic success!
ASU Symphony Orchestra Open Rehearsal
12:55 p.m. - 2:50 p.m.
ASU Gammage Auditorium
Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts Office of Student Success Open House and Q & A Sessions with an Advisor
1:00 p.m. -2:00 p.m.
2:00 p.m. -3:00 p.m.
3:00 p.m. -4:00 p.m.
Design South (CDS) 101
Family members are invited to attend one of three open house question and answer sessions with an advisor in the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts to find out general information about the Office of Student Success, student engagement, career planning and curriculum details about Herberger majors. Refreshments will be served.
Family Weekend Sibling Event
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Check in begins at 12:30
Cochise (Room 228), Memorial Union
ASU Students come join us in the Family Weekend Sibling Program! We invite you to bring your younger brothers and sisters to participate in creating new memories by partaking in fun activities all while learning about the university and how to be more sustainable. For more information, you can report to the Sibling Program check-in table in Coconino.
2:00 -5:00p.m.
Hassayampa Academic Village
Stop in for a light refreshment and meet some staff and student leaders in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. We'll share resources and information about opportunities, as well as suggestions for how to get involved and have fun at ASU!
Parents Association Homecoming Float Planning Committee
3:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Memorial Union, Coconino (246)
Participate in a Sun Devil tradition with the Parents Association! Join us as we kick off the planning for our 2009 Homecoming parade float appearance!
University College Academic Advising Open House
3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
UASB 129 (NE of the Memorial Union Building)
Did you know that ASU has over 250 majors? Please join the University College Advising staff in our interactive office lobby. We will serve refreshments and be available to show you tools we use to help students choose majors and research careers.
Engineering Family Patio Party
3:00-5:00pm
Engineering Student Center Patio
Engineering students and families are invited to join engineering faculty and staff for a BBQ on the Engineering Student Center Patio. Families will have the opportunity to meet and greet faculty, staff, and the Executive Dean of the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering. Please RSVP to FSEfamily@gmail.com.
Tour of the Global Institute of Sustainability
3:00 p.m. & 3:30 p.m.
Meet in 1st Floor Lobby, Global Institute of Sustainability
Highlighting sustainable features of the building and key points of interests for School of Sustainability students and their families.
Community Service Project
3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Gold Room (242), Memorial Union Building
Give back to the community while having fun with your family at Family Weekend. Take part in completing hand-on projects to benefit several local community agencies! Sponsored by ASU Community Service Program.
ASU Sun Devil Marching Band Open Rehearsal
4:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
Off of Rural Road, north of University Drive; near the football indoor practice facility.
Watch and listen to the Sun Devil Marching Band as they rehearse for game day.
Parents Association Board Meeting
4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Memorial Union, La Paz (242)
All Parents are invited to the Parents Association Board Meeting. Learn more about the organization that supports you, your student and the university.
Will Eno's Tragedy: A tragedy
7:30 p.m
Lyceum Theatre (901 S. Forest Mall)
Tickets: $7-$22
In this satirical look at the power of the media, the setting sun incites panic in a seasoned team of television news reporters.
Friday Night Fusion
7 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Memorial Union, Sparky's Den & Union Stage
Students and parents are invited to gather in Sparky's Den for Billiards, Bowling and great entertainment! Join us in the MU Union Stage for "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" starting at 8 p.m.
Saturday, October 17, 2009
Hike "A" Mountain
8:00 a.m.
Meet at the base of "A" Mountain
Students and their families are invited to celebrate in ASU history with a hike up "A" Mountain. Meet at the mountain's base for stretching before traversing the steady incline. Bring your walking shoes, sunscreen and plenty of water.
Barrett Family Weekend Open House and ‘Barrett on Display'
8:15 a.m. -11:30 a.m.
Barrett College (ASU Tempe Campus), Great Court
Current Barrett students and their families are invited to join the deans, faculty, and staff at the annual Barrett Family Weekend Open House in the Great Court of the Barrett Complex on the northwest corner of Rural and Apache. First session will include a choice of attending a Mock Human Event class or a Barrett Tour. Second session includes the ‘Barrett on Display' program where you will hear about the honors thesis process first-hand, share in the learning of an honors summer study abroad program, and delight in a musical interlude or art exhibition; all this and more could be possible as BHC students showcase their interests, talents and experiences. RSVP information will be published at the honors college website (http://barrett.asu.edu), registration begins at 8:15 am. Free parking in the Rural Road Structure on the corner of Lemon and Rural.
Please note: you must register separately for Barrett Family Weekend activities.
2nd Cup of Coffee and Breakfast- Hosted by the ASU Parents Association
9:00 a.m.
Sun Devil/Sparky's Canyon, Fulton Center
Join us in the beautiful Sparky's Canyon located outside between the Foundation Building on the corner of College and University and the 2 story annex behind the Foundation building- look for the signs.
Devil Date Packing Party Gammage
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Pack ASU grown dates in front of the Gammage building. All volunteer packers get a free sample of dates to take home.
Tours of Vista Del Sol
10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
701 E Apache, Tempe
If you are already thinking about where your Sun Devil will live next year, make sure to add Vista Del Sol to the top of your list. Tours of the facility as well as the model units will be available throughout the day on Friday and Saturday. Make sure to stop by.
Family Weekend Check-In
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Old Main Lawn
If you haven't yet checked-in and picked up your Family Weekend packets please make sure you or your student stop by to get all of the Family Weekend materials. You will also have the opportunity to ask questions about the weekend's activities.
*This is a Must Attend Event
ASU Art Museum - Hands on activities for children 5-12 years old
11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
S.E. Corner of Mill Ave. and 10th St.
Take a self-guided tour of the ASU Art Museum while your child participates in a hands-on activity.
** Self-guided tour maps available 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Lunch and Faculty Lecture
11:30 am - 12:30 pm (Lunch)
12:30 - 1:30 pm (Faculty Lecture)
Business Administration Building, Room 116, C-wing
RSVP: http://wpcarey.asu.edu/family-weekend
The W. P. Carey School of Business invites all our students and families to the 3rd Annual Family Weekend Lunch and Faculty Lecture. Dr. Christopher Neck, Associate Professor of Management and "University Master Teacher," will talk about self-leadership and how to overcome challenges to achieve goals.
Family Weekend Ice Cream Social
12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Engineering Residential Community
East Courtyard at Palo Verde Main
Family Weekend Tailgate
5:00 p.m.
Old Main Lawn
Join us for food, fun, and BBQ at this alcohol-free event! Parents and families will have an opportunity to learn more about their student's activities, and connect with organizations on campus, such as the Residence Hall Association, the Programming and Activities Board, and the Parents Association.
*The fee for this event is included in your Family Weekend Full Package registration. Additional registrations can be purchased separately.
Football Game
7:15 p.m.
Sun Devil Stadium
Wear your gold Family Weekend T-Shirt and cheer for the ASU Sun Devils as they take on the Washington Huskies! Football tickets are not included with your Family Weekend registration. Families must order tickets separately. Families who register for Family Weekend will receive a discount on the cost of football tickets.
Will Eno's Tragedy: a tragedy
7:30 p.m
Lyceum Theatre (901 S. Forest Mall)
Tickets: $7-$22
In this satirical look at the power of the media, the setting sun incites panic in a seasoned team of television news reporters.
Sunday, October 18, 2009
Family Weekend Send-Off Breakfast
9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Memorial Union, Union Plaza (North End)
Come and enjoy the food and company of ASU staff and fellow families for this special send-off breakfast.
*The fee for this event is included in your Family Weekend Full Package registration.
Tours of Vista Del Sol
12:00 p.m.- 5:00 p.m.
701 E Apache, Tempe
If you are already thinking about where your Sun Devil will live next year, make sure to add Vista Del Sol to the top of your list. Tours of the facility as well as the model units will be available throughout the day on Friday and Saturday. Make sure to stop by.
Barrett Barbeque
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Barrett College (ASU Tempe Campus), Great Court
Current Barrett, The Honors College students and their families are invited to join the deans, faculty, and staff at the 2nd Annual Barrett Barbeque for food, fun, and camaraderie. RSVP information will be published at the honors college website (http://barrett.asu.edu). This event is co-sponsored by the Honors Parents Organization and the Barrett Leadership and Service Team.
Will Eno's Tragedy: a tragedy
2:00 p.m.
Lyceum Theatre (901 S. Forest Mall)
Tickets: $7-$22
In this satirical look at the power of the media, the setting sun incites panic in a seasoned team of television news reporters.