Rattler Welcome Week 2012
Join in the Fun!

Begin your experience here at St. Mary's University on the right foot. Rattler Welcome Week is the official kick-off of the semester for new and returning students. Take part in the fun activities that will help you discover services and programs to find your place, meet new people, make new friends, and live the Rattler Spirit!

Brought to you by:

Campus Recreation, Civic Engagement and Career Development Center, International Student and Scholar Services, Residence Life, Student Activities and Transition Programs: Greek Life, Spirit and Traditions Committee, and University Programming Council (UPC), Student Government Association (SGA), Student Wellness Team, and University Ministry.

Printable 2012 Rattler Welcome Week Flyer

Saturday, August 18, 2012

Saturday Night Life
7:30 p.m. - Founders Hall
Sponsored By: Residence Life

Sunday, August 19, 2012

University Liturgies
11 a.m. - Assumption Chapel
9 p.m. - Guadalupe Chapel
Sponsored By: University Ministry

Rattler Shuttles to Target, Walmart, HEB, & North Star Mall
1 - 5 PM (Shuttles constantly departing from Founders Hall to drop locations and back to campus.)
Sponsored By: Student Actvities and Transition Programs & Residence Life

All Freshman Class Social: Goodbye 2012, Hello 2016! (Freshman Only)
6:30 - 10 p.m. - AACC Auxilary Gym
Rep your high school one last time! Rock your favorite spirit gear from the last 4 years to kick off the best 4 years of your life!
Sponsored By: Student Actvities and Transition Programs & Residence Life

Monday, August 20, 2012

Academic Convocation
10 a.m. - Greehey Arena
Academic Convocation Facebook Page
Sponsored By: Office of the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs

Daily Mass
12:15 p.m. - Assumption Chapel
Sponsored By: University Ministry

Mandatory International Student Check-In
1:30 p.m. - University Center, Conference Room A
Sponsored By: International Student and Scholar Services

The Norman Magic Experience
7 p.m. - UC - A
The Norman Magic Experience stars national touring magician, Norman Ng. It is considered one of the most exciting magic shows touring today. The show is a unique fusion of magic, comedy and audience participation. The show features never before seen magic, laugh out loud comedic situations and the best part!....it stars you the audience!

Website: The Norman Magic Experience
Sponsored By: Student Activities and Transition Programs

Tuesday, August 21, 2012

Daily Mass
12:15 p.m. - Assumption Chapel
Sponsored By: University Ministry

Casa Maria Night: Burgers with the Brothers
5 p.m. - Casa Maria Marianist Residence
Sponsored By: Student Government Association (SGA) & Marianist Brothers

Wednesday, August 22, 2012

Daily Mass
12:15 p.m. - Assumption Chapel
Sponsored By: University Ministry

International Student Welcome
7:00 p.m. - Pecan Grove
Sponsored By: International Student and Scholar Services

Thursday, August 23, 2012

Commuter "Grab & Go" Breakfast
7:30 a.m. - Commuter Parking Lots
Sponsored By: Student Activities & Transition Programs: University Programming Council (UPC)

Daily Mass
12:15 p.m. - Assumption Chapel
Sponsored By: University Ministry

Rattler Spirit Thursday
TBD
Sponsored By: Student Activities & Transition Programs: Spirit and Traditions Committee

Friday, August 24, 2012

Quad Prayer
11:10 a.m. - Quad
Sponsored By: University Ministry

Daily Mass
12:15 p.m. - Assumption Chapel
Sponsored By: University Ministry

Snake Shake
6 p.m. - Chaminade Field
Sponsored By: Student Activities & Transition Programs: University Programming Council (UPC)

The New Student Retreat: "Oh the Places You'll Go!"
Sponsored By: University Ministry

Saturday, August 25, 2012

Continuing the Heritage
7:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. ~ Check-In at Pecan Grove
Sponsored By: Civic Engagement and Career Development Center

The New Student Retreat: "Oh the Places You'll Go!"
Sponsored By: University Ministry

Sunday, August 26, 2012

University Liturgies
11 a.m. - Assumption Chapel
9 p.m. - Guadalupe Chapel
Sponsored By: University Ministry

Ministry Fair
12 p.m. - Quad
10 p.m. - Treadaway Courtyard
Sponsored By: University Ministry

Monday, August 27, 2012

Daily Mass
12:15 p.m. - Assumption Chapel
Sponsored By: University Ministry

Splash Back into Class
4 p.m. - Outdoor Pool
Sponsored By: Campus Recreation

Tuesday, August 28, 2012

Daily Mass
12:15 p.m. - Assumption Chapel
Sponsored By: University Ministry

"Harnessing the Power of Healthy Relationships" featuring Justin Jones-Fosu
7:00 PM - UC - A
Why are so many relationships destined for doom and failure? In this hilarious program, Justin will share proven principles, advice, personal examples and stories that will inspire you to build the best relationships possible. In this keynote, you will learn: How to communicate with your boyfriend/girlfriend, significant other; How to diffuse defensiveness; How to determine if a particular relationship is the right one for you; and How to define those values that are most important to you in a relationship. Sponsored By: Student Development Wellness Team

Wednesday, August 29, 2012

Opening of School Liturgy
11:10 a.m. - Guadalupe Chapel
Sponsored By: University Ministry

Daily Mass
12:15 p.m. - Assumption Chapel
Sponsored By: University Ministry

Rattler Round Up
4:00 p.m. - University Center
Sponsored By: Student Activities and Transition Programs: Registered Student Organization's

Thursday, August 30, 2012

All Greek Council (AGC) Freshman Barbeque
7:00 p.m. - The Outback
Sponsored By: Student Activities & Transition Programs: Greek Life - All Greek Council (AGC)