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2008 WELCOME WEEK AND BLUE DEMON DAYS

As a new DePaul student, you are invited to participate in DePaul University?s official kick-off to the academic year, Welcome Week and Blue Demon Days!

Activities are abundant during this exciting time! Whether you dance, eat, do community service, see a movie or attend Mass, there?s something for everyone during Welcome Week and Blue Demon Days.

Scroll through to get more information about the events, times and locations. We are looking forward to meeting you!

CALENDAR

SUNDAY, AUGUST 31

4:30pm-7pm, BBQ with Men's Soccer (Lincoln Park Campus, Wish Field)

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 1

10am-2pm, Trip to Lincoln Park Zoo
Meet at Fr. Egan Statue in front of the Student Center in Lincoln Park @ 10am. Sponsored by Residence Hall Council!

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 2

6pm-11:30pm, Ray Meyer Activities (Lincoln Park Campus, Ray Meyer Fitness & Recreation Center)
Wii Dance Dance Revolution and Xbox Madden and NCAA Basketball
Group Fitness Classes: Crunch at 7:30pm & 9pm and Dance Party at 8pm
Free Play: Basketball and Racquetball (Equipment can be checked out at the front desk.)
Work out on your own!

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 3

8pm-10pm, DAB presents a Movie and a Snack (Lincoln Park Campus, Schmitt Academic Center 154)
Come see the recent release: 21

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 4

10am-12pm, University Ministry: St. Vincent & Louise House Open House (Lincoln Park Campus, 1022 W. Belden)

6pm-11:30pm, Ray Meyer Activities (Lincoln Park Campus, Ray Meyer Fitness & Recreation Center)
Wii Dance Dance Revolution and Xbox Madden and NCAA Basketball
Group Fitness Classes: Water Conditioning at 5:30pm (Pool); Crunch at 6:15pm; Dance Party at 7:30pm
Free Play: Basketball and Racquetball (Equipment can be checked out at the front desk.)
Work out on your own!

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 6

8:30pm-10pm, Second City (Lincoln Park Campus, Sullivan Athletic Center)
Chicago's famed Second City comedians come to DePaul! Doors open at 8pm.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 7

3pm-7pm, Taste of DePaul (Lincoln Park Campus, Quad)
Various food from local vendors, music and activities

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 8

11am-5pm, Bus Trips to Target (Lincoln Park Campus, Sullivan Athletic Center)
Buses depart every half hour (last bus departs at 3:30pm) from the Sullivan Athletic Center.

3:30pm-6:30pm, Real Life Recess (Lincoln Park Campus, Quad)
Join us for Real Life Recess on the Quad! Campus Recreation heads up this event filled with free food, music, fun and games. Other campus departments and off-campus sponsors are involved donating raffle prizes and providing free giveaways. Participate in group fitness classes, instructional programs and various sports challenges and contests. Come meet our club sport teams and see what kind of outdoor equipment we have available. Contact 773.325.4555 for more information.

8pm-10pm, Blue Demon Community Meeting, (Lincoln Park Campus, Sullivan Athletic Center)
All campus meeting for new students. Find out how to get involved, walk away with a variety of giveaways, and find out some of the new & exciting programs we have this year to offer students.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9

9:30am-10am, New Student Convocation (Lincoln Park Campus, St. Vincent de Paul Church, 1010 W. Webster Ave.)
Serving as a bookend to graduation, New Student Convocation officially convenes to open the academic year. The convocation ceremony is an informal yet celebratory event designed to welcome new students into the DePaul University community.

10am-4pm, New Student Service Day (Directly following Convocation)
Join new students, faculty, staff, alumni and student leaders for the annual New Student Service Day. Help bring the Vincentian mission to life by spending the day with your classmates serving the Chicago Community!

4:30pm-6:30pm, New Student Celebration Picnic (Lincoln Park Campus, Quad)
Celebrate the Class of 2012 with great food and music on the Quad.

Questions regarding the events taking place on Tuesday, please contact the Office of Academic Enhancement at 773.325.7360

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10

4:30pm-6pm, New Adult Student Welcome Reception (Loop Campus, DePaul Center 11th Floor Gallery)
The Office of Adult Student Affairs will host this reception to welcome all students 24+ years to DePaul. There will be lots of food, give-aways and resource materials available.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 11

5pm-7pm, LEAD-In! Let's Get This Party Started (Lincoln Park Campus, Student Center 314A)
Grab some food, learn about "LEAD-In!", get to know other first-year students interested in leadership at DePaul, "LEAD-In!" peer mentors and other student leaders. Sponsored by the Student Leadership Institute. Contact: hshook@depaul.edu with questions.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 12

5pm-7pm, Winter Break Service Immersion Orientation
Come learn about opportunities to do service around the country and around the world during winter break! Contact Casey Bowles at 773.325.4772 or mbowles@depaul.edu for more information.

6pm-9pm, Protestant Christian Ministries Ignite Concert

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 14

1pm-5pm, Lincoln Park Involvement Fair (Lincoln Park Campus, Student Center)
This is your chance to get involved! Representatives from more than 100 student organizations and departments will be on hand to meet you and provide information about their respective groups. Contact the Office of Student Life at 773.325.7361 for more information.

5:30pm-7pm, Fall Leadership Kick Off (Lincoln Park Campus, Cortelyou Commons)
All DePaul students especially those in or interested in leadership roles are invited to attend this kick off event to network, meet University leaders and receive giveaways, prizes and free food.

6pm-7pm, Free Dinner at St. Vincent & Louise House (Lincoln Park Campus, 1022 W. Belden)
Make friends and build community at the Vincent & Louise House. Free dinners begin on Monday, Sept. 15th and continue throughout the school year, every Sunday through Wednesday at 6pm. Please RSVP to Pauline Villapando, pvillapa@depaul.edu or 773-325-4490

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 15

11am-1pm, DAB Welcome Back Event (Lincoln Park Campus, Student Center Atrium)

6pm-7pm, Free Dinner at St. Vincent & Louise House (Lincoln Park Campus, 1022 W. Belden)
Make friends and build community at the Vincent & Louise House. Free dinners begin on Monday, Sept. 15th and continue throughout the school year, every Sunday through Wednesday at 6pm. Please RSVP to Pauline Villapando, pvillapa@depaul.edu or 773-325-4490

6pm-8pm, DAB Stand Up Comic Open Mic Night (Lincoln Park Campus, Student Center Atrium)

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16

11:30am-5pm, Loop Open House (Loop Campus)
Welcome to the Loop Campus! New and returning students are welcome to visit the various buildings, college departments, and offices. Free food, giveaways, and fun!

6pm-7pm, Free Dinner at St. Vincent & Louise House (Lincoln Park Campus, 1022 W. Belden)
Make friends and build community at the Vincent & Louise House. Free dinners begin on Monday, Sept. 15th and continue throughout the school year, every Sunday through Wednesday at 6pm. Please RSVP to Pauline Villapando, pvillapa@depaul.edu or 773-325-4490

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17

11am-6pm, Loop Involvement Fair (Loop Campus, DePaul Center, 11th Floor)
This is your chance to get involved! Representatives from more than 100 student organizations and departments will be on hand to meet you and provide information about their respective groups. Contact the Office of Student Life at 312.362.5015 for more information.

5pm-8pm, DAB Back to School BBQ and Carnival (Lincoln Park Campus, Quad)

5:30pm-7:30pm, LEAD-In! Fish-ing for Leadership (Lincoln Park Campus, Student Center 220)
"LEAD-In!" (Leadership Exploration At DePaul for Involvement) is a new student experience designed to impact leadership involvement. Sponsored by the Student Leadership Institute. Contact: hshook@depaul.edu with questions.

6pm-7pm, Free Dinner at St. Vincent & Louise House (Lincoln Park Campus, 1022 W. Belden)
Make friends and build community at the Vincent & Louise House. Free dinners begin on Monday, Sept. 15th and continue throughout the school year, every Sunday through Wednesday at 6pm. Please RSVP to Pauline Villapando, pvillapa@depaul.edu or 773-325-4490

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 18

8am-9:30am, Adult Student Association Breakfast (Loop Campus, DePaul Center 11013)

4pm-6pm, Election Documentary Film: "Uncounted" (Loop Campus, DePaul Center 11th Floor Gallery)

4:30pm-6pm, Adult Student Association Reception (Loop Campus, DePaul Center 11th Floor Terrace)

6:52pm-8pm, Loop Ramadan Iftar (Loop Campus, DePaul Center 11th Floor Gallery)

SATURDAY, APRIL 4

The Office of Student Life will host the annual Innovation Conference, which is a
full day of workshops for student organizations to gain extensive knowledge in
specific areas, such as budgeting, fundraising, event planning, recruitment, marketing, and
member management. This year’s conference will connect to our Vision 2012 Goal II: prepare students to
be socially responsible future leaders and engaged alumni.

11:00-3:00pm, Innovation Conference (Lincoln Park, Student Centers, 3rd Floor)
"Sorry, Innovation Conference is FULL"
Please check back for more information 2007 BLUE DEMON DAYS

As a new DePaul student, you are invited to participate in DePaul University’s official kick-off to the academic year, Blue Demon Days!

Activities are abundant during this exciting time!
Whether you dance, eat, do community service, see a movie or attend Mass, there’s something for everyone during Blue Demon Days.

Scroll through to get more information about the events, times and locations. We are looking forward to meeting you!

CALENDAR

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 3

10am-2pm, Trip to Lincoln Park Zoo and Free Lunch from Potbelly
Meet at Egan Statue in front of the Student Center in Lincoln Park @ 10am. Sponsored by Residence Hall Council!

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 4

9:30am-10am, Convocation (Lincoln Park Campus, St. Vincent de Paul Church, 1010 W. Webster Ave.)
Serving as a bookend to graduation, New Student Convocation officially convenes to open the academic year. The convocation ceremony is an informal yet celebratory event designed to welcome new students into the DePaul University community.

10am-3pm, New Student Service Day (Directly following Convocation)
Join new students, faculty, staff, alumni and student leaders for the tenth annual New Student Service Day. Help bring the Vincentian mission to life by spending the day with your classmates serving the Chicago Community!

5pm-7pm, New Student Picnic (Lincoln Park Campus, Quad)
Celebrate the Class of 2011 with great food and music on the Quad.

7:30pm-9:30pm, Blue Demon Community Meeting, (Lincoln Park Campus, Athletic Training Center)
All campus meeting for new students. Find out how to get involved, walk away with a variety of giveaways (including an i-Phone), and find out some of the new & exciting programs we have this year to offer students. Meet coaches and players from DePaul Athletics.

Questions regarding the events taking place on Tuesday, please contact the Office of Academic Enhancement at 773.325.7360

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 5

12pm, Catholic Mass (Loop Campus, Lewis Chapel, 25 E. Jackson Blvd.)
Join us for the first Loop mass of the school year, and you are welcome every weekday at noon.

7pm-9pm, Bingo Night (Lincoln Park Campus, Student Center 3rd Floor, University Ministry)
Join DCSA (DePaul Community Service Association) in a fun night of Bingo, food and the opportunity to meet fellow peers.

4:30pm-6pm, Adult Student Welcome Reception (Loop Campus, DePaul Center, DePaul Club)
The Office of Adult Student Affairs will host this reception to welcome all students 24+ years to DePaul. There will be lots of food, give-aways and resource materials available.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 6

11am-3pm, DePaul Hillel Picnic (Lincoln Park Campus, Quad)
Join Hillel for a fun filled day on the quad! Grab a bite to eat and some information on how to get involved with Hillel. Also - Dunk your SGA President!

8:30pm-10pm, Residence Hall Council Games (Lincoln Park Campus - Quad)
Come play capture the flag and hide and go seek with fellow residents!

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 7

3:30pm-6:30pm, Real Life Recess (Lincoln Park Campus, Quad)
Join us for Real Life Recess on the Quad! Campus Recreation heads up this event filled with free food, music, fun and games. Other campus departments and off-campus sponsors are involved donating raffle prizes and providing free giveaways. Participate in group fitness classes, instructional programs and various sports challenges and contests. Come meet our club sport teams and see what kinds of outdoor equipment we have available. Contact 773.325.4555 for more information.

3pm-4pm, Urban Plunge Information Session (Lincoln Park Campus, Student Center, Room 314)
Please join us for an information session on urban plunges, an opportunity for students to engage in a weekend of community service in Chicago. It is a chance to meet other first year students, perform community service and get to know the city through a different lens. Contact Casey Bowles at 773.325.4772 or mbowles@depaul.edu for more information.

4pm-5pm, Service Immersion Trips Information Session (Lincoln Park Campus, Student Center, Room 315)
Come learn about opportunities to do service around the country and around the world during winter and spring breaks! Contact Casey Bowles at 773.325.4772 or mbowles@depaul.edu for more information.

6pm-7pm, DePaul Hillel Shabbat Services (Lincoln Park Campus, Student Center, Room 340)
Join DePaul Hillel in celebrating Shabbat - our Shabbath rituals include a service highlighted by song, inspired readings and traditional prayer. Services take place on the first and third Friday of each month and are always followed by a delicious dinner surrounded by friends and good conversation. Don't miss out on our first Shabbat service of the new school year.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 8

11am-7pm, Green Sustainable Campus Education Table by SGA! (Lincoln Park Campus, Student Center, Atrium)
Come learn about how you can make a positive impact on the environment in your own dorm room! Sponsored by Student Government Association.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 9

1pm-5pm, Lincoln Park Involvement Fair (Lincoln Park Campus, Student Center)
This is your chance to get involved! Representatives from more than 100 student organizations and departments will be on hand to meet you and provide information about their respective groups. Contact the Office of Student Life at 773.325.7361 for more information.

12pm-2pm, University Ministry BBQ (Lincoln Park Campus, Amate/Vincent + Louise House Parking Lot: 1022 W. Belden)
Come join University Ministry to meet staff and fellow students as well as enjoy some good food!

8pm-10pm, Residence Hall Council General Council Party (Lincoln Park Campus, Student Center, Room 314A)
All students are welcome to come and learn about the Residence Hall Council and their upcoming events. Free food and giveaways!

9:30pm, Student Night Mass (Lincoln Park Campus, St. Vincent de Paul Church, 1010 W. Webster Ave.)

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 10

11:30am-2pm, 5th Annual Welcome Back Luau (Loop Campus, DePaul Center, 11th Floor Terrace)
Free food, dancers, and more...Presented by: Commuter Advisory Board & Alpha Kappa Psi

4pm-6pm, Loop Hospitality for Muslim Students (Loop Campus, DePaul Center, Suite 11008)
Join us for an informal gathering for all Muslim students in the Loop to meet one another and discuss how University Ministry can support them.

12pm-1pm, Urban Plunge Information Session (Loop Campus, DePaul Center, Suite 11013)
Please join us for an information session on urban plunges, an opportunity for students to engage in a weekend of community service in Chicago. It is a chance to meet other first year students, perform community service and get to know the city through a different lens. Contact Casey Bowles at 773.325.4772 or mbowles@depaul.edu for more information.

4:30pm-5:30pm, Service Immersion Trips Information Session (Loop Campus, DePaul Center, Suite 11013)
Come learn about opportunities to do service around the country and around the world during winter and spring breaks! Contact Casey Bowles at 773.325.4772 or mbowles@depaul.edu for more information.

4pm-5pm, LEAD-In! Orientation Session (Lincoln Park Campus, Student Center, Room 220)
"LEAD-In!" (Leadership Exploration At DePaul for Involvement) is a New Student experience designed to impact leadership involvement. Learn about "LEAD-In!" opportunities including social events, team challenges, leadership retreats, workshops and other great opportunities. Sponsored by the Student Leadership Institute. Contact: hshook@depaul.edu with questions.

9pm-11pm, Innertube Water Polo (Lincoln Park Campus, Ray Meyer Fitness & Recreation Center)
Looking for some fast, fun, floating action? Ask your Resident Advisor (RA) about joining your floor's Innertube Water Polo team. Games will be played between 9pm-11pm in the pool at the Ray Meyer Fitness & Recreation Center. Innertubes will be provided. Just bring your swimsuit!

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11

All Day, Loop Open House (Loop Campus)
Welcome to the Loop Campus! New and returning students are welcome to visit the various buildings, college departments, and offices. Free food, giveaways, and fun!

11am-1pm & 4pm-6pm, Interfaith Ministry Open House (Loop Campus, DePaul Center, Suite 11008)
Stop by our new center for food, conversation and to find out more about interfaith and religious activities in the Loop!

12pm-2pm, Transfer Student Welcome (Loop Campus, DePaul Center, North Cafe)
New transfer students, welcome! Join us for free food and prizes while meeting other new transfers to DePaul in a casual setting. Sponsored by Tau Sigma National Honor Society.

9pm-11pm, Innertube Water Polo (Lincoln Park Campus, Ray Meyer Fitness & Recreation Center)
Looking for some fast, fun, floating action? Ask your Resident Advisor (RA) about joining your floor's Innertube Water Polo team. Games will be played between 9pm-11pm in the pool at the Ray Meyer Fitness & Recreation Center. Innertubes will be provided. Just bring your swimsuit!

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 12

11am-6pm, Loop Involvement Fair (Loop Campus, DePaul Center, 11th Floor)
This is your chance to get involved! Representatives from more than 100 student organizations and departments will be on hand to meet you and provide information about their respective groups. Contact the Office of Student Life at 312.362.5015 for more information.

6pm-7pm, LEAD-In! Orientation Session (Lincoln Park Campus, Student Center, Room 316)
"LEAD-In!" (Leadership Exploration At DePaul for Involvement) is a New Student experience designed to impact leadership involvement. Learn about "LEAD-In!" opportunities including social events, team challenges, leadership retreats, workshops and other great opportunities. Sponsored by the Student Leadership Institute. Contact: hshook@depaul.edu with questions.

12pm-2pm, Transfer Student Welcome (Lincoln Park Campus, Student Center, Room 314B)
New transfer students, welcome! Join us for free food and prizes while meeting other new transfers to DePaul in a casual setting. Sponsored by Tau Sigma National Honor Society.

7pm, Rosh Hashanah Service (Lincoln Park Campus, DePaul Concert Hall, 800 W. Belden Ave.)

9pm-11pm, Innertube Water Polo (Lincoln Park Campus, Ray Meyer Fitness & Recreation Center)
Looking for some fast, fun, floating action? Ask your Resident Advisor (RA) about joining your floor's Innertube Water Polo team. Games will be played between 9pm-11pm in the pool at the Ray Meyer Fitness & Recreation Center. Innertubes will be provided. Just bring your swimsuit!

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 13

9:30am, Rosh Hashanah Service (Lincoln Park Campus, DePaul Concert Hall, 800 W. Belden Ave.)

5:15pm-7:15pm, Let's Get This Party Started (Lincoln Park Campus, Student Center, Room 220)
Grab some food, learn about "LEAD-In!", get to know other first-year students interested in leadership at DePaul, "LEAD-In!" peer mentors and other student leaders. Sponsored by the Student Leadership Institute. Contact: hshook@depaul.edu with questions.

7pm, Mike Green (Lincoln Park Campus, Student Center, Multipurpose Room)
Sponsored by Fraternity and Sorority Life.

9pm-10pm, Residence Hall Council Games (Lincoln Park Campus - Quad)
Come play capture the flag and hide and go seek with fellow residents!

9pm-11pm, Innertube Water Polo (Lincoln Park Campus, Ray Meyer Fitness & Recreation Center)
Looking for some fast, fun, floating action? Ask your Resident Advisor (RA) about joining your floor's Innertube Water Polo team. Games will be played between 9pm-11pm in the pool at the Ray Meyer Fitness & Recreation Center. Innertubes will be provided. Just bring your swimsuit!

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 14

1pm-4pm, Fraternity/Sorority Involvement Fair (Lincoln Park Campus, Student Center, Atrium)

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 15

8:15am, AIDS Run & Walk Chicago 2007, (meet in the SAC pit in Lincoln Park at 8:15am)
Join Residence Hall Council and participate in a 5K Run & Walk in Grant Park. Actual run begins at 9:50am. To join DePaul's team, register online at http://afc.aidschicago.org by noon on Wednesday, September 12th. Pre-event day registration is $20; day-of registration is $25. RHC will pay for the first 20 students to sign up! For more information, contact Jessica Gehle at jgehle@depaul.edu.
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