Spring 2020 Welcome and Orientation
Spring Welcome and Orientation for the 2020 semester will be held on Sunday, Jan. 19 and Monday, Jan. 20.
We are planning many activities and events to welcome new and returning students to the University of Maine at Machias community. Please note that events, times and locations may change. Students and guests will be given a final schedule upon arrival on Jan 19. Classes begin on Tuesday, Jan. 21.
For more information or to request a reasonable accommodation, please call the Student Engagement and Inclusion Office at 207.255.1245 or email ummcampusactivities@maine.edu.
Spring Orientation | January 19 & 20, 2020
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Sunday, Jan. 19 |
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12–4 p.m. |
Residence Hall Check-In Residential students only |
Dorward Lobby |
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2–4 p.m. |
Optional Campus Tours Let your tour guide know what you’d like to see so we can personalize your tour |
Meet at Dorward Lobby |
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5–6 p.m. |
Dinner All new residential and commuter students and parents are welcome |
Dorward Lobby |
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8–10 p.m. |
Game Club and S.A.I.L. Present: Board Game Night This event is for everyone: new and returning residential and commuter students, faculty and staff. We’ll provide drinks, snacks, a variety of games and several game enthusiasts. |
Dorward Lobby |
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Monday, Jan. 20 |
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8:30 a.m. |
Light breakfast served |
Science Building, Room 109 |
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9 a.m. |
UMM Welcome and Introductions Required for all new students |
Science Building, Room 109 |
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9:30 a.m. |
UMM 101 Learn what UMM has to offer |
Science Building, Room 109 |
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10 a.m. |
Title IX / Sexual Misconduct Training Required for all new students |
Science Building, Room 102 |
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11 a.m. |
Hazing Prevention Training Required for all new students |
Science Building, Room 109 |
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Noon |
Social Lunch Get to know your fellow students, faculty and staff |
Clipper Lounge (Sennett Hall) |
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1 p.m. |
Getting Involved at UMM Clubs and organizations, campus activities, Residence Hall Association, and more |
Clipper Lounge (Sennett Hall) |
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2 p.m. |
MaineStreet and Blackboard Training Bring a computer, tablet or smartphone if you’re able |
Clipper Lounge (Sennett Hall) |
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3–4 p.m. |
Immunization and Required Paperwork For anyone needing the required immunization in order to register for classes. We will also review your MaineStreet Student Center to ensure you know how to complete other required forms |
Clipper Lounge and Health Services Center (Sennett Hall) |
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4:30–6 p.m. |
Dinner Students with meal plans may begin using their meal plans at this time. Any new commuter students who have attended Orientation may attend and Student Life will pay for them. |
Kilburn Commons |