4 ISLANDER LAUNCH SCHEDULE - DAY 1 4) Check-In: Arriving students must check in to pick up session materials and 8:00-11:00 AM | ci room keys, Miramar Housing 9:00-12:00 pm _| Texas Success Initiative (TSI) Testing: Testing is required for students who | Corpus Christi Hall are missing TSI scores or exemptions to ensure proper course placement. ‘Computer Labs 9:00, 10:00, & | Campus Tours (optional: See the campus sights on a group tour with an | ning Hall Patio 11:00 AM Island Ambassador. , University Center 12:00 PM panch (UC) Anchor 147 ‘Welcome to TAMU-CC: Your event kicks off with a welcome from 1:00 PM leadershi UC Anchor 147 campus leadership. STUDENTS 15 Traditions in 15 Minutes: From our beloved anchor, the Islander Ring, Lighting of the “I,” and everything in between, hear about Bay Hall 103 the 15 need-to-know traditions. We will teach you all about the history and —_ legacy of your new home here at Texas A&M-Corpus Christi corer GUESTS Islander Parents & Families: The transition to college offers exciting work ahead for parents/families, along with their students. In this session, youll learn about ways you can encourage, guide, and support UC Anchor 147 your Islander in their first year, as well as the services the university offers ‘to help you in that effort. STUDENTS Small Group Activity: Break into small groups and get to Clessroome, THA know fellow incoming students. Z30 PM GUESTS Family Council - Stay Connected with Your Islander: Our Islander family is more than just our students. Learn about ways to support | _ UC Anchor 147 your student and stay connected to campus no matter where you are. STUDENTS Passport to the Island: Explore the Island and allt has to offer in just one room! Pick up your Passport to the Island stamp card at ‘the event entrance and start exploring one table at a time. Campus Uc LN Bear 142 Po PM resources and student organizations are ready to help you get involved “ and make TAMU-CC your new home. Collect stamps to be entered into a prize drawing! GUESTS Coffee with Deans: Enjoy a coffee break with the College Deans. | _ UC Anchor 147 Islander Housing: Required for students who will stay at Miramar, this 4:00 PM session will tell you everything you need to know to have an excellent UC Anchor 147 move-in and on-campus living experience. 6:00 PM STUDENTS Dinner & Karaoke Dining Hall Evening Orientation Celebration!: Join us for an evening of activities Yo Wel 7:00-9:00 PM | and sweet treats as we celebrate you becoming a member of the oe nen Islander Family! CenterAy ISLANDER LAUNCH SCHEDULE - DAY 2 4 Military & Veterans Benefits (optional): The Office of Military and Veterans Services provides military veterans, service members & dependents with benefit assistance. Join us to learn about the process, 8:00 AM UC Oso 221 have your questions answered, and ensure that you are good to go to avoid any delays in receiving your benefits. STUDENTS Breakfast with the Islander Launch Crow Dining Hall 9:00 AM GUESTS Breakfast with President's Cabinet UC Lone Star 142 10:15 AM | Welcome Back: Hear about what to expect from event day two. UC Anchor 147 Money Matters: We will discuss tuition deadlines, payment options, and 10:30 AM UC Anchor 147 the financial aid process in this session. University Services: Learn about meal plans and dining options as well as. 11:00 AM_—_|_how to get your SandDollar$ ID card, obtain your mailbox through Mail UC Anchor 147 Services, and where to print on campus. Student Success Services: In this session, you will learn the benefits of 11:30 AM | graduating on time, the importance of the academic advising process, and UC Anchor 147 the services available to set you up for success STUDENTS Lunch with the Islander Launch Crew Dining Hall 12:00 PM GUESTS Lunch with Campus Leadership UC Lone Star 142 STUDENTS Follow your leader through 3 rotating sessions based on Rilesrooms your group assignment: {as assigned on 1. Academic Advising & Coaching: Meet your academic success team and he student's Tear moréboutycur degree program end teekefor success. name tag) 2. Not Your Average Library!: Pay a visit to the Mary and Jeff Bell Library and explore all of the amazing features aimed to help you succeed. From your new Learning Commons to the I-Create MakerSpace Lab (complete tary & Jeff Bae 1:00-4:00 PM | with soundproof studios, 3D printers, a laser cutter, and so much more), Library you'll soon discover that we are NOT your average library! 3. Islander Trivia: Test your Islander knowledge and compete for prizes. Bay Hall 104 GUESTS will participate in a creative activity followed by Q&A with ‘Campus Experts: A panel presentation led by the Vice President of i UC Anchor 147 Enrollment Management will help families better understand educational structures, resources, and their student's transition to college life. ‘Check-Out: When you are ready to leave, make sure you stop by the tables 4:00-4:30 PM UC Anchor 147 in front of the Anchor Ballroom.