91²Ö¿â at Stark welcomes new students to campus on August 27 for Smart Start Saturday.
This is your new student orientation that will prepare you for the first day of classes - and your new college life. Smart Start Saturday is for new and transfer students at 91²Ö¿â Stark starting in Fall 2016. Attendance is mandatory.
THE DETAILS:
- Parental/guest attendance is optional, but welcome! (limit 2 parents/guests per student)
- Check-in begins at 8:30 a.m. on the Main Hall Patio. Program begins promptly at 9 a.m.
- Find out what you need to know for the first day of classes
- Participate in new and transfer Student Orientation Sessions, such as:
- ALEKS Introduction for Basic Algebra
- How to Navigate FlashLine & Blackboard
- Managing Life & the Classroom
- Let Student Involvement Connect YOU
- Importance of Choosing a Major Early
- Recreation & Wellness Tour and Programs
- Multicultural Services & Study Abroad Opportunities
- Student Support Services & Resources
- Paying for College
- Library Tour
- Internship & Career Services - Separate sessions just for your parents/guests (students and parents/guests will be separated for part of the program)
- Enjoy a complimentary lunch for you and your parents/guests
- Receive a free 91²Ö¿â Stark picnic blanket (1 per student/family)
WHAT ELSE?
- Pick up or buy your books at the Bookstore before or after the event
- Get your 91²Ö¿â FLASHcard
- Take a "find your classrooms" tour
KINDLY RSVP BY AUGUST 25
Sorry, we are no longer taking reservations. Walk-ins are welcome Saturday morning. Check-in begins at 8:30 a.m. Limit 2 parents/guests per student.
During Smart Start Saturday, students and guests will be walking between buildings on campus. Please wear comfortable walking shoes, dress for the weather and bring umbrellas in case of rain.
SERVICE AREA HOURS:
- Student Services:
8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. - Bookstore:
7:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. - Library Hours:
9 a.m. - 2 p.m. - Parking Services:
10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Contact:
Kristi Yerian
Assistant Director for FYE
Office of Student Services
132 Main Hall
330-244-3278
kyerian1@kent.edu