Saint Michael's College Orientation 2021
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Saint Michael’s College Orientation 2021
Welcome to Saint Michael’s College! As a new student, you are joined by hundreds of
other new students today from all over the world: students who possess a variety of talents,
goals, and experiences, but who are united in the desire to attain a transformative liberal arts
education from Saint Michael’s College.
As a residential college, Saint Michael’s is dedicated to making the entire college experience
rewarding, engaging, and filled with learning, both inside and outside the classroom. This
journey begins with Fall Orientation.
The mission of Orientation is to welcome you to your new community and to help you be
prepared to flourish academically. Meeting your roommate and setting up your room,
making friends, and learning the campus layout create the foundation that will allow you to
focus on meeting your academic goals. Orientation Leaders, Residential Life Staff members,
and fellow students will be on hand to ensure a smooth transition to campus. With the help
of faculty advisors and academic administrators, you will be able to focus on courses and
classroom requirements.
We, along with so many other members of the Saint Michael’s College community, look
forward to meeting you.
Dawn Ellinwood, Vice President for Student Affairs, dellinwood@smcvt.edu
Jeff Trumbower, Vice President for Academic Affairs, jtrumbower@smcvt.edu
Goals for New Student Orientation to Saint Michael’s College
Orientation is designed to facilitate a successful integration into a new and unfamiliar academic and
residential setting by:
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elcoming you to the SMC community of learners, inspired by the Edmundites’ history, and by
traditions that foster a strong sense of family among students, faculty, and staff;
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roviding information about, and familiarity with, resources available to you that will enable you to
make healthy social choices and successful academic plans;
• Introducing you to the Saint Michael’s College liberal arts curriculum and the many facets of your
undergraduate educational experience;
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ommunicating expectations and standards of behaviors that promote a framework for a successful
social and academic experience as a Saint Michael’s College student;
• A
ssisting you in connecting with the community of your peers and members of the larger campus and
local communities;
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emonstrating the cultural and recreational offerings provided by Burlington and other surrounding
areas that will enhance your educational experience and lifelong learning;
• A
cknowledging the dignity of all people and endorsing Saint Michael’s values of hospitality, diversity,
and inclusion.
• S upporting open respectful discourse and exchange of ideas from the widest variety of intellectual,
religious, class, cultural, and political perspectives.Friday, August 27
9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Check In. Hoehl Welcome Center/ Dion Courtyard
Pick up your packet and other essential items. Become familiar with campus
resources, activities, and services; meet some of our local vendors; meet members
of the Saint Michael’s College community in an informal setting. Your folder will
contain your orientation schedule, important information from various campus
departments, and an envelope that will contain your Room Key; your SMC
KnightCard; and your Mailbox Key. Move into your residence hall with the help of
Orientation Leaders and Resident Assistants.
11:30 a.m. – 2:45 p.m. Complimentary Lunch for All. Green Mtn. Dining Room, Alliot Student Center
This is a great opportunity to meet other members of the Saint Michael’s community.
1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Open House Center for Multicultural Affairs and Services.
2nd Floor, Alliot Student Center 223
Join the Director of the Center for Multicultural Affairs & Services (CMAS) at Saint
Michael’s College for the CMAS Open House. New and current students and
their families are invited to the Center to meet staff, tour the space, learn more
about CMAS programs and services, learn how to get involved in CMAS student
organizations, and even take a quick break. There will be food, including some
different cultural treats from the local community, as well as lots of opportunities to
ask questions and build community.
While the purpose of CMAS is to support students of color, first generation college
students, and international students, all are welcomed to stop by to learn more.
CMAS will be open all day but feel free to stop by anytime between 1pm-3pm to
meet staff.
2:30 p.m. Photo of Alumni and Their New Students. Steps of the Chapel of Saint
Michael the Archangel
Saint Michael’s College has a long-standing history of community and family that
extends through generations.
3:15 p.m. Students Only: Residence Life Community Meeting. Recital Hall, McCarthy
Arts Center
All First Year Students, Transfer Students, Off Campus Students
Meet some members of the Residence Life Staff and learn about community
guidelines, expectations, and standards of behavior.
4:15 p.m. Edmundite Community Welcome: Celebration of the Liturgy.
Chapel of Saint Michael the Archangel
In light of our Catholic tradition, please join us as a community as the Edmundite
priests lead us in a celebration of Mass.
5:30 p.m. Students Only: BBQ with Orientation Groups followed by Class Photo.
Durick Library Lawn (Rain location Ross Sports Center)
Connect with other members of your class and your Orientation Leaders, who
are here to help with your transition to campus. Your Orientation Group Number
is located on your Orientation Folder. The BBQ will conclude with a Class of 2025
photo taken on the Durick Library steps.Friday, August 27
5:30 p.m. Families Only: Reception Hosted by the Society of Saint Edmund.
Dion Family Student Center
Families are invited to join members of the Society of Saint Edmund to learn more
about the founding order of the College. This is an opportunity not only to enjoy
their company, but also get to know other families.
7:00 p.m. New Student Convocation. Chapel of Saint Michael the Archangel
The Convocation is open to all members of the Saint Michael’s community, families,
and friends. The ceremony welcomes our newest members into the academic
community of Saint Michael’s College.
During Convocation, students will sit together as a class in the front of the Chapel.
Families are invited to sit in the back of the Chapel or along either side of the altar.
Immediately following convocation, families will be given some time to say goodnight.
Students will then go to the next activity planned for them.
8:30 p.m. Fun for All New Students. Ross Sports Center
The Fun for All is a tradition for new students. Its purpose is to provide an
opportunity to meet other new students and become comfortable (and have fun!)
in this new environment.
10:00 p.m. Residence Hall Floor Meetings. Please see your RA for Locations.
Resident Assistants facilitate activities that allow you to better know those students
you’ll be living with this year. Additionally, you’ll learn about floor/building and
community living standards.
Transfer Students & Off Campus Students are invited to meet on the first floor of
Alliot Hall by the fireplace.
Saturday, August 28
8:00 – 9:30 a.m. Students Only: Gathering Breakfast for All New Students.
Green Mountain Dining Room, Alliot Student Center
You’ll have an opportunity to talk with members of your class and other members
of the Saint Michael’s Community during breakfast.
9:45 – 11:00 a.m. Students Only: Academic Advisor Meetings. Please see the label on the
outside of your Orientation folder for meeting locations.
*REQUIRED: This is an opportunity to meet with your academic advisor who will
be assisting you throughout your academic career with decisions involving classes,
majors, minors, and academic goals.
9:45 – 11:00 a.m. Families Only: Enjoy A Cup of Coffee. 1st Floor, Dion Family Student Center
Enjoy a cup of coffee and meet informally with members of our staff and faculty as
well as other new student family members.
11:00 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Time to Say Good bye to Parents/Family.
Students Only: Lunch. Green Mountain Dining Room, Alliot Student Center
Connect with other members of your class.Saturday, August 28
12:15 – 2:30 p.m. First Year Seminar Panel Discussion and Tools for Success Presentation.
Groups will attend two different presentations
The Tools for Success presentation will focus on systems needed to help ensure
a successful academic transition. KnightVision; Canvas; Email; Student Portal;
Handshake (Career Education & Recruitment platform); and Library services &
databases are all platforms that will be addressed. The First Year Seminar Panel
Discussion will be comprised of several faculty sharing their perspectives on the
Common Text, Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge
and the Teachings of Plants by Robin Wall Kimmerer.
12:15 – 1:15 p.m.
12:15 – 1:15 p.m. Groups 1-15 Recital Hall, McCarthy Arts Center
1:30 – 2:30 p.m. Groups 16-31 & Transfer Students Roy Room, Dion Student Ctr., 3rd Floor
1:30 – 2:30 p.m. Groups 1-15 Roy Room, Dion Student Center, 3rd Floor
1:30 – 2:30 p.m. Groups 16-31 Recital Hall, McCarthy Arts Center
Transfer Students Vermont Room, Alliot Student Center, 2nd Floor
2:30 – 4:30 p.m. Saint Michael’s College Scavenger Hunt. Meet your O-Group on the
Library Lawn
Meet with your Orientation group to engage in an activity that will get you out
and about on campus.
5:30 – 6:30 p.m. Dinner with Orientation Group. Durick Library Lawn
Reconnect with your Orientation Group members.
8:00 p.m. Dion Student Center Open House.
Connect with upperclass students and learn about the many ways you can get
involved at Saint Michael’s College; learn more about Public Safety who help keep
our community safe, enjoy ice cream, and have fun with additional activities.
Sunday, August 29
8:00 – 9:00 a.m. Students Only: Gathering Breakfast for All New Students.
Green Mountain Dining Room, Alliot Student Center
You’ll have an opportunity to talk with members of your class and other members
of the Saint Michael’s Community during breakfast.
9:00 – 11:30 a.m. Connections. Ross Sports Center
Learn more about what “Community” means at SMC and connect with current
students in a different way. You’ll gain information and participate in a program
about healthy interpersonal relationships. You’ll also receive your “braid,” an
Orientation tradition.
12:00 – 2:00 p.m. Lunch. Green Mountain Dining Room, Alliot Student Center
Connect with other members of your class.
2:00 – 4:30 p.m. New Student Athlete Orientation. McCarthy Arts Center, Recital HallSunday, August 29
4:45 – 7:00 p.m. Dinner. Green Mountain Dining Room, Alliot Student Center
Connect with other members of your class.
7:00 p.m. Opening Liturgy. Chapel of Saint Michael the Archangel
All are Welcome! Please join us for the first student Mass of the year.
Upcoming Programs and Events for New Students
New Student Orientation Series
Student Life
Saturday, September 11, 1:00-4:00 p.m.,Durick Library Lawn
Welcome Back Bash and Club Fair: Check out what clubs have to offer. Enjoy food from local food trucks and
music from student bands.
September 17—19: Alumni & Family Weekend
Sunday, September 26: Disc Golf Tournament
Sunday, October 10: Bubble Soccer Tournament
Sponsored by the Student Government and Student Athletic Advisory Council.
Friday, October 29: Fall Fest / Friday Knight Dry
A Saint Michael’s tradition! More information to come.
Week of September 20th: Orientation Leader check in with their groups.
Thursday September 2: Annual GREAT Welcome (Back) BBQ
Friday and Saturday Nights ALL Semester: Social Programming in ALL Residential Areas
Please see your RA for details for your specific area.
Adventure Sports Center
The Adventure Sports Center has dedicated two days of FREE programming for incoming first year and transfer
students. Come to the Adventure Sports Center office on the ground floor of Alumni North to find out more or to
sign up. Pre-registration is required, spaces are limited and trips fill on a first-come, first-served basis.
Saturday, September 4
Fundamentals of Rock Climbing: Learn the basics of climbing movement and safety in a relaxed and fun
atmosphere. No experience is necessary, and all needed equipment, transportation and instruction is included.
Day Hike: Spend the day exploring one of Vermont’s unique mountains. The trip will be tailored to the group,
and we can supply any needed equipment.
Sunday, September 5
Fundamentals of Sea Kayaking: Enjoy a day of paddling on one of Vermont’s lakes while you develop
techniques and safety skills. Participants must be able to swim with a life jacket, but no experience or
equipment is needed.
Fundamentals of Mountain Biking: Spend the afternoon on the trails learning trail riding skills with our
instructors. No mountain biking experience is necessary, but participants must be capable of bike riding
to sign up. All needed equipment, transportation and instruction are included.Edmundite Campus Ministry Thursday, September 2, 7:00-8:00 p.m., Upper Room of the Chapel VITA Welcome Back Social Monday, September 13, 5:00 p.m. in the Chapel Altar Server Training Tuesday, September 14, 4:30 p.m. in the Chapel Lector Training Tuesday, September 21, 4:30 p.m. in the Chapel Eucharistic Minister Training Friday, September 10 – Saturday, September 11, Saint Anne’s Shrine, Isle LaMotte First Year Retreat MOVE (Mobilization of Volunteer Efforts) Saturday, September 4, 9:00-12:00 p.m. First Year Apple Picking: Sign up on the MOVE Board. We’ll be assisting Chapin Orchard with prepping apples for distribution to food shelves statewide. Tuesday, September 7 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. and 4:00-6:00 p.m., MOVE (Alliot 124) MOVE Open House: Stop in when you can, see our space, connect with MOVE student leaders, and learn about volunteer opportunities! We hope to see you. On-Campus Student Employment Where can I get help finding a job on-campus? Students with financial aid tied to student employment (Federal Work-Study awards) have been receiving emails about the program and how to use Handshake to search for jobs. Check the Events section of Handshake and the Daily Digest for information about On Campus Student Employment Information Sessions to be held during the first two weeks of classes. Have questions? Contact Renée Davitt, Coordinator of On-Campus Student Employment at rdavitt@smcvt.edu
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