April 23 Schedule

Spring Open House for Admitted Students - Sample Schedule April 23, 2012

7:30 – 8:00 a.m.
Morning Run and Coffee with President Higdon
Get a jump on the morning and join President Higdon for a quick campus run and a cup of coffee. This is a great way to experience the quiet beauty of the campus before the daily bustle begins and get some informal insights from our College’s leader.
Meet at Horizon Admission Building (1)
 
7:30 – 8:15 a.m.
Early Bird Campus Tour
Meet at Horizon Admission Building (1)
Additional tour times listed throughout schedule.
 
7:45 – 8:30 a.m.
Registration
Cummings Arts Center--Evans Hall (41)
 
8:30 – 9:05 a.m.
Welcome to Connecticut College
Martha C. Merrill ’84, Dean of Admission and Financial Aid, and current students Daniel Wernick ’12 and Telayah Sturdivant ’15 kick off Spring Open House by sharing the essence of the Connecticut College experience and offering advice on how to make the most of your day.
Cummings Arts Center--Evans Hall (41)
 
ALL DAY
Admission Information Desks
Questions? Comments? Stop by any time at either location to chat with current students and Admission staff.
Horizon Admission Building (1) & College Center at Crozier-Williams Lobby (9)
 
Attend a Class
Sit in on classes being offered throughout the day. We’ve made some room in the schedule for you to visit a class during the 1:15-2:30 p.m. time slot. We encourage you to peruse the class schedule and check out the areas that interest you.
 
Coffee Grounds (Opens at 10 a.m.)
Discover one of Connecticut College’s most popular hangout spots. Coffee Grounds is a student-run coffee shop offering fair trade coffee drinks and delicious baked goods. Stop by at any point throughout the day and look for the reserved Open House tables, where you and your future classmates can connect informally and get to know one another.
Katharine Blunt House (24)
 
9:15 – 10:05 a.m.
Going Global
Find out how Connecticut College weaves international experiences and perspectives through academics and beyond. You’ll learn about internationalized coursework, innovative language programs, study abroad, “TRIP” courses (which include 1-2 weeks of international travel) and overseas internships.
Cummings Arts Center, Oliva Lecture Hall (41)
 
Music Forum
Join a music professor and students who will share how music permeates academic and extracurricular life at Connecticut College. You’ll learn about the many musical opportunities in and out of the classroom.
Cummings Arts Center, Evans Lecture Hall (41)
 
Campus Tour
Meet at Horizon Admission Building (1).
 
Residence Hall Tour
Meet at the front entrance of College Center at Crozier-Williams (9).
 
 
10:15 – 11:05 a.m.
Internships: More than a Summer Job
Find out how Connecticut College students partner with our nationally ranked career office to create once-in-a-lifetime internship opportunities.  You’ll learn how the College-funded internship integrates interdisciplinary academic experiences, looks great on your resume, and prepares you for an extraordinary career and fulfilling life after College.
Cummings Arts Center, Evans Hall (41)
 
Theater Forum
Meet theater faculty and learn about the many opportunities to participate in theatrical productions at Connecticut College.
Tansill Black Box Theater (29)
 
Campus Tour
Meet at Horizon Admission Building (1).
 
Arboretum Tour
The 750-acre Connecticut College Arboretum is managed as a living laboratory for environmental research and teaching and also serves as a recreational facility for the campus community and public. Join a member of the Arboretum staff on a walk through the 20-acre native tree and shrub collection.
Meet at the steps of Harkness Chapel (3).
 
11:15 a.m. – 12:05pm
The Center Experience
Hear from Connecticut College students how the five interdisciplinary academic centers shap intellectual life across campus. Cummings Arts Center, Evans Hall (41)

Campus Tour
Meet at Horizon Admission Building (1).

Arboretum Tour
The 750-acre Connecticut College Arboretum is managed as a living laboratory for environmental research and teaching and also serves as a recreational facility for the campus community and public. Join a member of the Arboretum staff on a walk through the 20-acre native tree and shrub collection.
Meet at the steps of Harkness Chapel (3).

12:15 - 1:05 p.m.
Academic Fair
With 43 majors to choose from—not to mention minors and certificate programs from our interdisciplinary centers—you will want to explore all of your options. The Academic Fair is an opportunity to meet faculty and students from every major and from our five interdisciplinary centers. Ask faculty and students about their collaborative research and creative projects, and how students combine academics departments and majors in unexpected and exciting ways.
College Center at Crozier-Williams, 2nd floor (9)
 
Campus Tour
Meet at Horizon Admission Building (1).
 
Residence Hall Tour
Meet at the front entrance of College Center at Crozier-Williams (9). 
 
12:15 p.m. – 1:05 p.m.
Lunch with Faculty
College Center at Crozier-Williams, Class of 1962 Room (9)
 
1:15-2:05 p.m.
Science and Math Forum
Join professors from the science and math departments for a tour of the College’s science facilities. You will learn about our state-of-the-art building for life sciences and computer science that will be completed in Fall 2012 and hear an overview of research opportunities available to students.
Olin Science Center, Front Lobby (34)
 
Athletics Forum
Whether you’re a three-season varsity athlete or just like to kick around a soccer ball on a sunny day, come hear from students involved in varsity athletics, club sports and intramurals. Whether it’s fierce competition or friendly community you seek, Connecticut College offers up athletic programs at your pace.
Blaustein Humanities Center, Ernst Common Room (8)
 
Studio Art Forum
Join a faculty member for a tour of the studios, darkrooms and galleries. You’ll learn about the disciplines housed in these facilities and the broad range of studio art programs open to you at Connecticut College.
Cummings Arts Center Salon (41)
 
Dance Forum
Join a faculty member for a tour of the dance studios. You’ll learn about Connecticut College’s integrative approach to the dance major and about our dance company-in-residence.
College Center at Crozier-Williams, Dance Department Lounge (3rd Floor) (9)
 
1:15-2:30 p.m. 
Designated Class Time (see course schedule for locations)
 
1:15-2:05 p.m. 
Meet a Student (Students Only)
Today’s open house is filled with the ingredients that make up the Connecticut College experience, but it can be a challenge to see how all of the ingredients work together. Thankfully, our students are here to fill in the details for you in these small group sessions where they will share their Connecticut College stories. Peruse the brief bios below and find a student with a shared interest. Or, just pick someone at random. Either way you’ll meet an amazing person who’s taken advantage of every opportunity to create their individual experience here at Connecticut College.
Blaustein Humanities Center, Hood Dining Room (8)
 
2:40 – 3:30 p.m.
Life at Connecticut College (Students Only)
Students: This is your chance to get insider info from a panel of current Connecticut College students. For this Q&A-style panel, bring questions about academics, athletics, social life and anything else you can think of, and we will supply the answers!
Cummings Arts Center, Oliva Lecture Hall (41)
 
The First-Year Experience (Parents Only)
Parents: This is your chance to ask questions without any risk of embarrassing your student. Jocelyn Briddell, Dean of Student Life, and a group of current students will answer your questions about the first-year student experience at Connecticut College.
Cummings Arts Center, Evans Hall (41)
 
Residence Hall Tour
Meet at the front entrance of College Center at Crozier-Williams (9).
 
Campus Tour
Meet at Horizon Admission Building (1).
 
3:30 – 4:00 p.m. Farewell Reception
Join current students and Admission staff for refreshments, connect with your future classmates, and ask any remaining questions.
Cummings Arts Center Salon (41)