8:00 AM – 1:30 PM
“Play Ball” - Welcome to Gardner-Webb University!  Check in for all New First Year
Students (Residential and Commuters) in Bost Gym

•    Obtain Check-in folder, pick up T-shirt, receive your group assignment and have your GWU ID card made.  ID cards must be carried with you at all times. This card is your access to your living quarters, meals, library, DIMENSIONS, sporting and cultural events, and the Suttle Wellness Center.
•    Students who do not have a room assignment should report to the Housing and Residence Education staff in Bost Gym for information about housing.
•    You may now proceed to your assigned Residence Hall, pick up your key in the lobby, and begin your check-in with Housing and Residence Education.  Your RA (Resident Advisor) will check you in, and you will receive a room inventory form to list any problems with your room.  A $30 hall fee is required at this time. Cash, check or money orders are acceptable.

12:00 NOON
LUNCH IS ON YOUR OWN – Take this opportunity to visit the surrounding eateries in Boiling
Springs.

12:30 PM
Academic Testing – English and Math – You should have notification if you are required to be
tested. Students registered with the Noel Program, will attend the Noel Orientation and test at a
later date.                                --Dover Theater

12:30 PM
Noel Program for the Disabled – Orientation Session            --Lindsey 104 and 105

2:30 PM
Welcome from the “Ace Pitcher” Dr. Frank Bonner, President of the University, will offer
greetings on behalf of the University.  Matt Walters, SGA President, will offer greetings from the
students.                                --LYCC

 “The Batter’s Box” - Welcome from the Division of Student Development – Bruce
Moore, Vice-President and Dean of Student Development presiding    --LYCC

“Meet The Team Managers” – Introduction of the Big Brothers and Big Sisters –
Students split into assigned groups and exit to assigned locations

4:00-5:00 PM
“Strike Zone” – Understanding Your Stress -Parent/Guardian Meeting with Student
Development

5:00-6:00 PM
“The Dugout” – Presidential Reception/Dinner – Students and family members whose last
name begins with A-L are invited to enjoy a meal in the cafeteria first, while M-Z are invited to
meet the President and his wife, Dr. and Mrs. Frank Bonner, in Bost Gym for a reception.  At
5:45, students and family members whose last names begin with A-L will proceed to Bost
Gym for the reception and M-Z will proceed to the cafeteria.  Meal tickets may be purchased for
each person who accompanies the incoming students. (Student’s meal is provided).

7:00 PM
“Step To The Plate” – Overview of Services – Students and Parents/Guardians Breakout
Sessions –To hear what Student Development has to offer you, follow the directions below:
If your last name begins with A-L, you should report to Blanton Auditorium.  If your
 last name begins with M-Z, you should report to Dover Theater.
•    Counseling/Career/Academic Advising
•    Student Activities/Community Services/Intramurals
•    Campus Ministries
•    University Police
•    Residence Life
•    GWU Student YMCA
-Blanton Auditorium or Dover Theater

9:00 PM
“Catcher’s Mitt” – New Residential Students meet with Housing and Residence Education
Staff in your assigned Residence Halls –MANDATORY – Students Only – It will be a time of
fellowship and fun!