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Back to School Breakfast
Monday, August 17 8:00 am.
Outside of Café
Resume Workshop Thursday, August 20
2:00 pm. Virtual via Zoom
Screen on the Green Friday, August 21, 2020
9:00 pm. Setzler Field
Game Night Tuesday, August 25, 2020
8:00 pm. Center for Teacher Education
Building, Gnann Room
Career Chats Thursday, August 27
2:00 pm. Virtual via Zoom
Residence Hall Hunters Friday, August 28, 2020
7:00 pm. Residence Halls
Time Management Workshop
Tuesday, September 1 1:00 pm.
Virtual via Zoom
Ice Cream and Karaoke Saturday, August 22, 2020
8:00 pm. Bachman Court
August & September
PANHELLENIC RECRUITMENTTuesday, September 15 –
Friday, September 18
National Panhellenic Council (NPC) Formal Recruitment process at the
beginning of the fall semester allows you to meet all of the
sorority chapters and find the best home for you dreams to come true!
For all the latest Panhellenic updates, follow us on
Instagram @ncpanhellenic
Alpha Xi DeltaKappa Delta
Sigma Sigma Sigma
SCAN THE CODE TO SIGN UP! Race: Power of an Illusion
Documentary and Discussion (Part I)
Tuesday, September 1 7:00 pm.
Virtual Platform
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Monthly Muffins Wednesday, September 2
8:30 am. Outside of Library
Welcome Back Virtual Game Night
(Department of Social Sciences Freshmen & Sophomores)
Thursday, September 3 7:00 pm.
Virtual Platform
SNL: Saturday Night Live Game Night
Saturday, September 5, 2020 7:00 pm.
Center for Teacher Education Building, Gnann Room
Time Management Workshop
Tuesday, September 8 1:00 pm.
Virtual via Zoom
Wild Out Wednesday: Paint & Chill
Wednesday, September 9, 2020 8:00 pm.
Center for Teacher Education Building, Gnann Room
Bingo 4 Books Tuesday, September 8, 2020
8:00 pm. Center for Teacher Education
Building, Gnann Room
Job Disability Workshop Wednesday, September 9
1:00 pm. Virtual via Zoom
The Office of Campus Recreation provides students, faculty, and staff with an opportunity to participate in a wide variety of sports-related activities that promote a positive
and healthy experience. All leagues are open to currently enrolled
students, faculty, and staff. The Student Fitness Center, along with Intramural Sports, provides a wide variety of activities and contests throughout the year. Leagues and tournaments emphasize mental, social and physical well-being. To learn more, please visit the Office of Campus Recreation,
Derrick Hall, Room 8
CAMPUS RECREATION
LEAGUES
September
Cover Letter Workshop Thursday, September 10
2:00 pm. Virtual via Zoom
World Suicide Prevention Day
Thursday, September 10 4:00 pm.
Kohn Lecture Hall
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“Go Crazy” Silent Headphone Dance Party
Thursday, September 10, 9:00 pm.
Setzler Field
Fall Variety Showcase Friday, September 11,
8:00 pm. Eleazer Arena
Saturday Night Live (SNL) Volleyball Bash Saturday, September 12,
4:00 pm. Volleyball Court
Trivia Night (Harry Potter)
Monday, September 15 7:00 pm.
Virtual via Zoom
Race: Power of an Illusion Documentary and Discussion
(Part II)
Tuesday, September 15 7:00 pm.
Virtual Platform
Wild Out Wednesday: Lip Sync Battle
Wednesday, September 16 8:00 pm.
Center for Teacher Education Building, Gnann Room
Dress for Success Thursday, September 17
2:00 pm. Virtual via Zoom
September
NATIONAL PAN-HELLENIC COUNCIL (NPHC)
GREEK 101 FORUM
Monday, September 14 7:00 pm
Center for Teacher Education Building
NPHC will host a general information session/forum about all of its
organizations for students who have questions or who want to learn
more about the “Divine Nine” new membership intake process. Follow us on
Instagram @newberrynphc for all the latest NPHC updates.
“What’s the 411” ACE New Members Meeting
Thursday, September 15,7:00 pm.
Center for Teacher Education Building, Gnann Room
Escape Room Saturday, September 19, 2020
6:00 pm Eleazar Arena
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Newberry Chamber Orchestra “Beethoven and
Brazilian” Concert
Sunday, September 20 5:00 pm.
Newberry Opera House
Note Taking Workshop Monday, September 22
1:00 pm. Virtual via Zoom
Wild Out Wednesday: “The Masked Singer” Talent Show
Wednesday, September 23 8:00 pm.
Center for Teacher Education Building, Gnann Room
Resume WorkshopThursday, September 24
2:00 pm. Virtual via Zoom
Stress Management 101 Thursday, September 24
4:00 pm. Kohn Lecture Hall
Mario Kart Game Night Friday, September 25
7:00 pm. Kaufmann Hall “The Den”
Game Room
The Wolf Games Saturday, September 26, 2020
7:00 pm. Setzler Field
Test Taking Workshop Tuesday, September 29
1:00 pm. Virtual via Zoom
September
Interfraternity Council (IFC) Recruitment
Sunday, September 20- Friday, September 25Interfraternity Council (IFC)
recruitment offers an opportunity to meet chapter members and
peers while learning what each fraternity has to offer.
For all the latest IFC updates, Follow us on Instagram @ifc_newberry
Kappa Alpha OrderTheta Chi
Tau Kappa EpsilonSCAN THE CODE TO SIGN UP! Race: Power of an Illusion
Documentary and Discussion (Part III)
Tuesday, September 29 7:00 pm.
Virtual Platform
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Wild Out Wednesday: Professional Headshot Photo Day
(Student Leaders)
Wednesday, September 30 11:00 a.m.
Holland Hall Yost Portico
Fall Campus Blood Drive Thursday, October 1
11:00 a.m. Front of Holland Hall,
Fountain Area
Trivia Night (Movies) Friday, October 2
7:00 pm. Virtual via Zoom
Laser Tag Friday, October 2
8:00 pm. Quad or Practice Field
Procrastination Workshop Tuesday, October 6
1:00 pm. Virtual via Zoom
Monthly Muffins Wednesday, October 7
8:30 am. Outside of Library
So, You Want to Work in Sports
Wednesday, October 7 7:00 pm.
Virtual via Zoom
Wild Out Wednesday: Zumba Night
Wednesday, October 7 8:00 pm.
MacLean Gym
September & October
NATIONAL DAY OF SERVICE
Friday, Sept 11
Grad School Prep WorkshopThursday, October 8
2:00 pm. Virtual via Zoom
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Neon Skate Night Friday, October 9
9:00 pm. Eleazer Arena
Creating Study Guides Workshop Tuesday, October 13
1:00 pm. Virtual via Zoom
Wild Out Wednesday: LGBTQIA+ “Take Me as I Am” Showcase
Wednesday, October 14 8:00 pm.
Eleazer Arena
Resource Fair Thursday, October 15
9:00 am. Virtual link will be provided
Apples to Apples Friday, October 16
7:00 pm. Virtual via Zoom
Pink Friday Breast Cancer Awareness Fashion Show
Friday, October 16, 2020 8:00 pm
Eleazer Arena
“Let Them Play” Dufford Diversity Event
Monday, October 19 7:00 pm.
Newberry Opera House
Fixed vs. Growth Mindset Tuesday, October 20
1:00 pm. Virtual via Zoom
October
FALL CAMPUS BLOOD DRIVE
Thursday, Oct 1Join us for our annual Fall blood
drive at the Holland Hall Fountain. Please drink
plenty of water and eat prior to donating.
“Tearing Down the Wall of Prejudice & Discrimination”
Tuesday, October 20 12:30 pm and 7:00 pm.
Gnann Conference Room, Center for Teacher Education or Dufford
Diversity Lab
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Depression and College Students Tuesday, October 20
4:00 pm. Kohn Lecture Hall
An Evening with UmiNandedi - Nancy Lou
Anderson-Glasgow, An African American Pioneer
Wednesday, October 21 7:00 pm.
Gnann Conference Room, Center for Teacher Education
Wild Out Wednesday: Toys-for-Tots Campaign Kick-off
Dance-a-Thon
Wednesday, October 21 9:00 pm.
Eleazer Arena
Internship Search Strategies Workshop
Thursday, October 22 2:00 pm.
Virtual via Zoom
“Color of Change for SC Bar” Thursday, October 22
Time: TBA Location: TBA
UNO Tournament Thursday, October 22
7:00 pm. Virtual via Zoom
Sponsored by: Campus Recreation
Spooky Stories and other Tales Around a Virtual Campfire
Friday, October 23 8:00 pm.
Virtual Platform
SNL: Saturday Night Live Fall Carnival
Saturday, October 24, 2020 7:00 pm
Brokaw Hall Parking Lot
VOTER REGISTRATION DAY
Thursday, Oct 1
INDIGENOUS PEOPLE’S DAY
Monday, Oct 12Screen on the Green
Monday, October 26 8:00 pm.
Quad
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Super Smash Bro Game Night
Friday, October 30 7:00 pm.
Kaufmann Hall “The Den” Game Room
Mock Interview Week Monday-Friday, October 26-30
Scheduled by Appointment Virtual via Zoom
The Haunting! Featuring a Costume Dance Party Saturday, October 31, 2020
9:00 pm. Smeltzer Hall and the Quad
Newberry Roadmap Tuesday, November 3
1:00 pm. Virtual via Zoom
Monthly MuffinsWednesday, November 4
8:30 am. Outside of Library
Wild Out Wednesday: Street Sign Novelty Night
Wednesday, November 4 8:00 pm.
Center for Teacher Education Building, Gnann Room
Matching Majors to Occupations
Thursday, November 5 2:00 pm.
Virtual via Zoom
October & November
TOYS-FOR-TOTS CAMPAIGN
Wednesday, October 21- Friday, Nov 20
Support the Office of Student Engagement and Greek Life by
donating new, unwrapped toys for children in need this holiday season. For additional information, visit the Office of Student Engagement and
Greek Life, Derrick Hall, Room 9
DUFFORD DIVERSITY AND
INCLUSION WEEK Monday, October 19-
Friday, Oct 23
Screen on the Green Monday, November 9
8:00 pm. Quad
Newberry Roadmap Tuesday, November 10
1:00 pm. Virtual via Zoom
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Career Chats Thursday, November 12
2:00 pm. Virtual via Zoom
Friday the 13th: Campus Clean-Up
Friday, November 13, 2020 5:00 pm.
Campus-Wide/Residence Halls
College Student’s Guide to Mindfulness
Tuesday, November 17 4:00 pm.
Kohn Lecture Hall
Crafting your Pitch Thursday, November 19
2:00 pm. Virtual via Zoom
Scarlet After Sunset is a late night programing initiative at
Newberry College. Campus departments and organizations
work together to bring late-night programs to students across
campus and in the residence halls.
Scarlet After
Sunset
November
CHAPEL “Uniquely you - Uniquely us - Newberry College Wednesday Chapel.” “Every Wednesday beginning at 10:10 am, in Wiles Chapel. Reflect on what it means to be uniquely you, created by a loving God. Rejoice in the uniqueness of our differentness that fills our community with many talented persons. Renew yourselves in our uniqueness as a community of many faiths and traditions. Recharge your hearts with the Spirit of God’s amazing grace for us all.”
STUDENT LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Join Us!
Are you interested in becoming a student leader? All interested students, please visit the Office of Student Engagement and Greek Life, Derrick Hall, Room 9, to learn more about what Newberry College has to offer! For all the latest student engagement updates, follow us on Instagram @ncstudentengagement
NEWBERRY COLLEGE ESPORTS During the academic year, Newberry Esports will compete in “League of Legends,”
“Overwatch,” “Fortnite,” and “Madden” against colleges and universities across North America. Scholarships are available for starters and substitute players. For more information, please contact the Head Coach and Coordinator of Esports, Terrence Knock, at [email protected]. On IG follow us @newberryesports
CAMPUS SECURITY The Office of Campus Security ensures that staff, faculty, and students live and thrive within a safe and orderly environment. Contracted with Allied Universal Security Services, officers are commissioned by SLED bringing over 50 years of combined law enforcement/ security experience. Available 24 hours/365 days-a-year, officers, are visible to observe and report any suspicious activity and act as necessary to enforce all college rules, policies, and procedures.
• Security Office: 803-321-5600 • Security Cell phone: 803-940-0672 • Chief of Campus Security: 803-321-5602
EMERGENCY ALERTS: All students should sign up online to receive emergency alert message from Newberry College. Sign-up here: https://www.getrave.com/login/newberry
HEALTH SERVICES Health Services at Newberry College contributes to the physical, academic, emotional, and social development of students by providing quality healthcare for students who are physically ill and health education promoting healthy behaviors for all students. In support of the mission of the college and operating with a commitment to confidentiality, ethical behavior, and healthcare practices that reflect current research, and professional standards, Health Services assists students in achieving success within the college environment and in pursuing healthy, productive, and satisfying lifestyles. For services, please visit us at the
“White House“ located across from Brokaw Hall.
COUNSELING SERVICES Counseling Services at Newberry College contributes to the academic, emotional, and social development of the students who are experiencing emotional/behavioral and/or learning difficulties. In support of the mission of the college and operating with a commitment to confidentiality, ethical behavior, and counseling practices that reflect current research, professional standards, and an adherence to the South Carolina State Mental Health Laws, Counseling Services assists students in achieving success within the college environment and in pursuing productive and satisfying lifestyles. For services, please visit us at the “White House “located across from Brokaw Hall.
“MONTHLY MUFFINS” Monthly muffins with the Center for Student Success will provide free muffins and refreshments. Staff from the CSS will be present to answer any academic-related questions, check-in, and chat with you on how your semester is going!
Contact Information:
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REGISTERED STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS (RSO) Spotlight
Find your Wolf Pack! With over 40 student organizations and we have room for more, Newberry College provides a wide range of opportunities for students to get involved. Student organizations have a significant impact on delivering productive learning environments for students, preparing them to live in a multicultural society and work in a global community. Each group is designed to help students tailor their extracurricular itineraries to suit both their personal needs and maintain a flexible academic schedule. For more information, please visit the Office of Student Engagement and Greek Life, Derrick Hall, Room 9.
GREEK LIFE The three student-led councils work closely with advisors to provide direction to our Greek community: The National Panhellenic Conference (NPC), the Interfraternity Council (IFC), and the National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC). We strive to achieve a unified goal of enhancing academic excellence through value-based Greek Life experience, with exemplifying core values: scholarship, leadership, service, and brotherhood/sisterhood. To learn more about Greek Life at Newberry College, please visit the Office of Student Engagement and Greek Life, Derrick Hall, Room 9. For all the latest Greek Life updates, follow us on Instagram @ncgreeklife.
HOUSING AND RESIDENCE LIFE The Office of Housing and Residence Life is home for our residential students. Within the residence halls, Resident Assistants and Resident Hall Directors are responsible for building community and citizenship, supporting student well-being and their personal success, while providing meaningful connections with the academic community outside of the classroom. For all Residence Life and Housing related matters, please visit, Derrick Hall, Room 1 and 2.
ALL CAMPUS ENTERTAINMENT (ACE) “Your source for all things entertainment!”
All Campus Entertainment (ACE) is the campus student programming board dedicated to providing quality events and activities for the Newberry College student body. Events include monthly movie nights, open mic nights, musicians, poets, magicians, and more! For all the latest ACE updates, follow us on Instagram @newberryace.
STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION (SGA)
The purpose of the Newberry College Student Government Association shall be to promote the welfare of the institution by serving as an advocate and representative of the student body of Newberry College on all matters of mutual concern to ensure a positive campus community. Questions or concerns, please visit the SGA Office located in Derrick Hall, Room 4, or via email at [email protected]. Be sure to follow us on Instagram @ncsga.
SOCIAL JUSTICE CLUB The Social Justice Club is an open group for all Newberry College students. We
help in obtaining information regarding any issues of social justice and equity and will work to address and alleviate injustices in our community and global society.
WOLF NATION Do You Have Spirit? Cause We Do!
Are you interested in representing Wolf Nation at home and away games for all the sports teams on campus? Be on the lookout for more information about joining the only student-led spirit squad on campus. Follow us on IG @wolfnation_ #WE ARE WOLF NATION
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ELECTION 2020 SPONSORED EVENTS AND DATES TO REMEMBER • September 8 – The Importance of Local Elections • September 17 – Constitution Day Event • November 3 – Election Day Political Science Event • November 12 – Post-Election Debrief Political Science Event Events listed sponsored by: Newberry College Political Science Department
DATES TO REMEMBER AND CIVIC ENGAGEMENT OPPORTUNITIES • September 8 – City of Newberry General Election • September 26 – LSAC Law School Digital Forum (https://www.lsac.org/lawschoolforums) • September 29 – 1st Presidential Debate • October 2 – Deadline to Register to Vote in SC (www.SCVotes.org, voting information for other states at www.vote.gov) • October 7 – Vice Presidential Debate • October 13 – LSAC Law School Digital Forum (https://www.lsac.org/lawschoolforums) • October 15 – 2nd Presidential Debate • October 22 – 3rd Presidential Debate • October 30 – Deadline to Request an Absentee Ballot in SC (www.SCVotes.org, voting information for other states at www.vote.gov) • November 3 – Election Day (and Deadline to Return Completed Absentee Ballot in SC) • November 4 – LSAC Law School Digital Forum (https://www.lsac.org/lawschoolforums)
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