PANTHER
Fall
CAMP 2014
Fall2014
PANTHER
CAMP
NEW STUDENT
ORIENTATION
SCHEDULE
Welcome to
and the panther family.
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INFORMATIONAL
SESSIONS
Follow your individual schedule, designed to guide you from
one Informational Session to the next. These sessions help
prepare you for a successful transition to college.
TEXAS NEW FISCAL LITERACY TEST
and CAREER CRUSIN’
ChallengeWorks Course
During this session, students receive extensive information
regarding the consequences of abusing financial aid, withdrawing
from classes, applying for credit cards, contracting with cell phone
companies and handling overpayments. Your understanding of
fee receipts and overpayments are addressed along with the
notion of full financial aid. You will get the facts and understood
how to take care of your personal finances. Career Cruisin’ is a
career exploration tool that can enhance a students’ knowledge
about real-world career information and assist them with choosing
a major about themselves with the learning styles inventory and
personal interest survey assessments.
The Ultimate in Team Building Experience
PVAMU Campus
Students participate in low-intensity teambuilding exercises in
an unfamiliar environment. Trained facilitators link the groups’
experience to real world situations that students may encounter
during the school semester. A Panther Talk follows each Challenge
Works event.
Class is Now in Session
PVAMU Academic and Behavioral
Expectations of You
The myths surrounding what is and is not expected of college
students are overwhelming. “In college, you don’t have to attend
every class.” “I heard that a professor can kick you out of class!”
“Someone told me we have to BUY our own Scantrons!” How do
you sort through it all?! This interactive session discusses the
University’s academic and behavioral expectations of its students.
Select faculty members challenge the students’ understanding of
a course syllabus, explain class attendance and provide other
helpful information that fosters student academic success. A
Panther Talk will follow this session.
Life Choices/Real Buzz
The Real Buzz: Personal Choices
Students are told that there is some truth to the stereotypes and
the scary news stories that discuss the latest research. Students’
understanding of the issues as they relate to making healthy
decisions about drugs and alcohol is challenged during this
session. They are asked the question, “Are you making the right
choice...?” in regard to social behavior, selection of friends, sexual
violence, drugs, alcohol and campus safety. The Counseling
Center, the Department of Public Safety and the Office of Student
Conduct will participate in and facilitate these sessions. You will
each receive a copy of the Student Handbook at the Fall Student
Convocation. A Panther Talk will follow this session.
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Fiscal Responsibilities
Health/Safety Issues
Taking Care of Yourself: Health and Fitness at PVAMU
Staying healthy means more than just avoiding the “freshman
20.” Students will learn ways to relieve stress by making healthy
decisions. You also learn what lifestyle choices can harm your
health and adversely affect your future career.
Utilizing the Library for Success
The John B. Coleman Library is a terrific educational facility. In
this session, students learn what services are available and how
to utilize them.
Study Skills
Can’t Cram for this Exam and The Importance of the
Undergraduate Catalog and Course Catalog
During this session, faculty members facilitate a discussion on
the importance of good study skills, having a positive attitude
toward learning and the importance of retaining and referring to
the University Catalog (a legal and binding guide).
HOW CAN WE HELP YOU
This session will provide information about available student
services on campus.
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SUNDAY,
AUGUST 17
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8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Freshmen Move-in
University College Housing
University administrators, faculty, staff and student
organizations are on hand to assist freshmen moving
into the residence halls. If you need assistance, ask any
member of the Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU)
community wearing University attire.
6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Welcome mixer
University College Courtyard
After settling into your home away from home, come out
and meet your fellow classmates! Food, fun and more
await you in University College’s Courtyard. American
Campus Communities and University College (UC) are
sponsoring this event.
9:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Panther Talk (Residence Hall Ice Breaker)
In Your Building
During this Panther Talk, Panther Talk Leaders will
facilitate a group discussion about the week’s activities
and hand out welcome packets filled with college materials
necessary for success.
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MONDAY,
AUGUST 18
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Student I.D. must be obtained by
5:00 p.m. Monday. Bring a photo I.D.
to Auxiliary Services on the first floor
of the Willie A. Tempton, Sr. Memorial
Student Center. Your meal plan starts
Monday.
7:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m.
Breakfast
Willie A. Tempton, Sr. Memorial Student Center
Bring your Student I.D.
Follow your schedule for the ChallengeWorks Course
and Informational Session’s locations and times.
7:30 a.m. – Noon
mini orientation
E. E. O’Banion Science Building
Students who have not yet completed any University
business in preparation for first day of classes should do
so at this time. This includes class registration, financial
aid check, I.D. cards and vehicle decals, Panthertracks
training, etc.
11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Lunch
Willie A. Tempton, Sr. Memorial Student Center
Bring your Student I.D.
See instructions above to obtain your Student I.D.
2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Dinner
Willie A. Tempton, Sr. Memorial Student Center
Bring your Student I.D.
6:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Movement to locations for Real Talk; ladies and
gentlemen in separate locations.
6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
real Talk
Johnson-Phillip All Faiths Chapel and
Opal Johnson Smith Auditorium,
Willie A. Tempton, Sr. Memorial Student Center
The aim of this session is to discuss situations that
may interfere with being a successful college student.
Students table issues and situations that are dear and
personal to them individually and collectively.
9:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Movement to locations for Panther Talk
10:00 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
Panther Talk
During this session, Panther Talk Leaders will facilitate
a group discussion highlighting overall messages to be
derived from the various speakers of the day.
An Afternoon With the President
and opening session
Willie A. Tempton, Sr. Memorial Student Center
(Opal Johnson Smith Auditorium)
This is an opportunity to be up close and personal with
the seventh President of Prairie View A&M University,
Dr. George C. Wright, as he shares some wisdom, his
behavioral expectations and his hopes for your future.
You will also hear an overview of PVAMU’s history by the
University historian Frank Jackson.
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TUESDAY,
AUGUST 19
6:00 a.m. – 6:45 a.m.
ChallengeWorks Breakfast
Willie A. Tempton, Sr. Memorial Student Center
Follow your schedule for the ChallengeWorks Course and
Informational Session locations and times.
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12:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
ChallengeWorks Course:
The Ultimate in Team Building Experience
PVAMU Campus
Follow your individual schedules to your assigned sessions.
See pages 2-3 for session descriptions.
7:00 a.m. – 7:45 a.m. or
Willie A. Tempton, Sr. Memorial Student Center
8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Breakfast
6:45 a.m. – 10:45 A.M.
Informational Sessions
ChallengeWorks Course:
Follow your individual schedules to your assigned sessions.
See pages 2-3 for session descriptions.
PVAMU Campus
4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Follow your individual schedules to your assigned sessions.
See pages 2-3 for session descriptions.
Willie A. Tempton, Sr. Memorial Student Center
The Ultimate in Team Building Experience
Dinner
or
Bring your Student I.D. to use your meal plan.
8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. or 8:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Becton Auditorium in the A.I. Thomas Administration
Opal Johnson Smith Auditorium,
Willie A. Tempton, Sr. Memorial Student Center
iRead reception/assessment
If you registered for the Principles of Effective Learning
class, this reception is for you! This is your opportunity to
meet your teachers and fellow iREAD classmates.
11:00 a.m. – 1:00 P.m.
Lunch
Willie A. Tempton, Sr. Memorial Student Center
Bring your Student I.D. for your meal
Gilpin Players
In a live performance, the Charles Gilpin Players will
highlight behavioral and academic pressures experienced
by incoming freshmen during the first several weeks of the
semester. This production depicts the ethical and moral
dilemmas facing incoming students and shows them how to
deal with peer pressure in a positive manner. It also points
out the many avenues students can take in seeking help.
8:05 P.M. – 8:30 P.M. or
9:35 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Movement to locations for Panther Talk
8:30 P.M. – 9:30 P.M. or
10:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Panther Talk
During this session, Panther Talk Leaders will facilitate a
group discussion highlighting the central themes throughout
the dramatic presentation.
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WEDNESDAY,
AUGUST 20
6:00 a.m. – 6:45 a.m.
ChallengeWorks Breakfast
Willie A. Tempton, Sr. Memorial Student Center
Bring your Student I.D. to use your meal plan
Follow your schedule for the ChallengeWorks Course
and Informational Session locations and times.
7:00 a.m. – 7:45 a.m. PANTHER Fall2014
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12:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
ChallengeWorks Course:
The Ultimate in Team Building Experience
PVAMU Campus
Follow your individual schedules to your assigned
sessions. See pages 2-3 for session descriptions.
or
Breakfast
8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
6:45 a.m. – 10:45 A.M.
Follow your individual schedules to your assigned
sessions. See pages 2-3 for session descriptions.
The Ultimate in Team Building Experience
4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Willie A. Tempton, Sr. Memorial Student Center
ChallengeWorks Course:
Informational Sessions
PVAMU Campus
Dinner
Follow your individual schedules to your assigned
sessions. See pages 2-3 for session descriptions.
Bring your Student I.D. to use your meal plan.
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8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Campus Scavenger Hunt part i
Get familiar with where your classes will be held to
ensure you will be on time for them. Bring your class
schedule.
11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Lunch
Willie A. Tempton, Sr. Memorial Student Center
Bring your Student I.D. for your meal
Willie A. Tempton, Sr. Memorial Student Center
7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
hump day on the hill
Alumni Field
Hump Day on “The Hill” is a weekly gathering on
Alumni Field with a DJ, sponsored by the Campus
Activities Board, as it “brings the week over the hump”
on Wednesday. It is an opportunity for the students
to hang out, meet up with friends, and find out what’s
happening on the campus.
9:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
THE CROSSOVER
Alumni Field
You’ve registered for courses, moved into residence halls
and heard from university officials. You may have met the
basic but there is so much more to becoming a PVAMU
student….
10:30 p.m. – midnight
PV challenge practice
In your individual building
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THURSDAY,
AUGUST 21
PANTHER Fall2014
CAMP
7:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m.
Breakfast
Willie A. Tempton, Sr. Memorial Student Center
Bring your Student I.D. to use your meal plan.
8:00 a.m. – 11:00 A.M.
Informational Sessions
Follow your individual schedules to your assigned
sessions. See pages 2-3 for session descriptions.
11:00 A.M. – 1:00 p.m.
Lunch
Willie A. Tempton, Sr. Memorial Student Center
Bring your Student I.D. to use your meal plan.
1:00 P.M. – 4:00 p.m.
pv challenge practice/
University business
Finish any University business such as financial aid,
obtaining your parking decal and more prior to the first
day of class.
4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
dinner
Willie A. Tempton, Sr. Memorial Student Center
Bring your Student I.D. to use your meal plan.
6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
PV Challenge
Billy J. Nicks Fieldhouse
So, now that the week is done, just how much do you
REALLY know about your school? The Class of 2018
will come ready to showcase its knowledge and test its
school spirit for the first time at the PV Challenge. The
Marching Storm, PALS, and the University Cheerleaders
will also be present to heighten the excitement of the
night. The PV Shuffle 2014 will also make its official
debut to Prairie View A&M University to conclude this
event.
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FRIDAY,
AUGUST 22
PANTHER Fall2014
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7:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m.
11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Willie A. Tempton, Sr. Memorial Student Center
Willie A. Tempton, Sr. Memorial Student Center
Breakfast
Bring your Student I.D. to use your meal plan.
8:00 a.M. – 5:00 p.m.
University business
Finish any University business such as financial aid, obtaining
your parking decal and more prior to the beginning of classes.
10:00 a.m. – noon
Meetings with the dean Dress for Success
College of Agriculture & Human Sciences,
Carden-Waller Cooperative Extension Building
Auditorium
SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE,
Nathelyn Archie Kennedy Building Auditorium
Lunch
Bring your Student I.D. to use your meal plan.
1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Campus Scavenger Hunt part iI (Optional)
Start where you left off earlier today with mapping out your
course to get to all of your classes on time.
4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
dinner
Willie A. Tempton, Sr. Memorial Student Center
Bring your Student I.D. to use your meal plan.
7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
free time
Relax, have fun, and come out to socialize with your
classmates before you hit the books Monday.
MarVin D. and June Samuel Brailsford College of
Arts and Sciences, E.E. O’Bannion Building,
A101 Auditorium
college of business,
Hobart Taylor Building Auditorium
WHITLOWE R. GREEN COLLEGE OF EDUCATION,
Wilhelmina Delco Building, Room 220 & 240
ROY G. PERRY COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING,
Electrical Engineering Building Foyer
COLLEGE OF JUVENILE JUSTICE AND PSYCHOLOGY,
Don K. Clark Building Auditorium
College of Nursing, Julius W. Becton, Jr. Auditorium
UNDERGRADUATE MEDICAL ACADEMY, Marvin D. and
June Samuel Brailsford College of Arts and Sciences,
Room 103
Monday, August 25, 2014
First Day
of Classes!
Accommodations on the basis of disability are available by
calling (936) 261-3585.
UNDECIDED MAJORS, University College Panther Room
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Alma Mater
“Dear Prairie View”
Dear Prairie View, our song to thee we raise
In gratitude we sing our hymn of praise,
For mem’ries dear, for friends and recollections
For lessons learned while here we’ve lived with thee
For these we pledge our hearts full of devotion,
To serve thee now, and through eternity.
As days go by, our hearts will not grow cold,
We’ll love thy purple royal and thy gold,
We’ll through our lives exemplify thy teachings,
We’ll always strive a blessing to be,
Thy children we, our love and pride confessing,
We’ll love thee now, and through eternity.
Words by O. Anderson Fuller
Music from “Finlandia”
fight Song
“cheer for Prairie View”
Cheer for Prairie View
Cheer for the purple and gold
Let’s cheer them on
Till they make a score.
Get the ball and score some more
Cheer for Prairie View
Cheer for the purple and gold
We’re marching on once more
Till we make the score
For a VICTORY!
By John Greathouse, ‘83
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excellence
Dedicated to
in teaching, research and ser vice
www.pvamu.edu