Sunday
August 2
2 p.m. - 5 p.m.

The Austin Summer Pops Orchestra presents "Viva Espana"
Robert and Pearle Ragsdale Center, Mabee Ballroom

The orchestra will play works by de Falla, Bizet, and Rimsky-Korsakov, and Darin Layne will play Spanish-inspired pieces on guitar. Led by founding director Annette Jurcevic, the Austin Summer Pops Orchestra consists of musicians from a variety of backgrounds. Professional and amateur musicians play alongside students and faculty from St. Edward’s University and four other Austin-area universities.

Cost: $8 general admission, $5 students, seniors, and SEU faculty and staff members

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Wednesday
August 12
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Transfer Student Orientation Session 1
Robert and Pearle Ragsdale Center

Transfer Student Orientation Session 1.

Saturday
August 15
10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Summer 2009 Graduate Programs & New College Commencement
Recreation and Convocation Center Gym Floor

A reception for the graduates and their guests will be held immediately following the commencement in the Mabee Ballroom at the Robert and Pearle Ragsdale Center.

Saturday
August 15
2 p.m. - 4 p.m.

2009 Summer Undergraduate Commencement
Recreation and Convocation Center Gym Floor

A reception for the graduates and their guests will be held immediately following the commencement in the Mabee Ballroom at the Robert and Pearle Ragsdale Center

Monday
August 17
8 a.m. - 3 p.m.

New Adjunct Orientation
Robert and Pearle Ragsdale Center, Mabee Ballroom

All the information a new adjunct faculty member would need to know will be presented at this orientation meeting. Please RSVP to help us prepare with accurate catering counts. We look forward to seeing all new adjunct faculty members at this orientation to help you prepare for a very successful time at St. Edward's University.

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Monday
August 17
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Transfer Student Orientation Session 2
Robert and Pearle Ragsdale Center

Transfer Student Orientation Session 2.

Monday
August 17
8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.

New Contracted Faculty Orientation with Sr. Donna Jurick
Fleck Hall, Room 305

New Contracted Faculty Orientation with Sr. Donna Jurick

Tuesday
August 18
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

International Student Orientation
Robert and Pearle Ragsdale Center

International Student Orientation

Tuesday
August 18
8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.

General Faculty Meeting
Robert and Pearle Ragsdale Center, Jones Auditorium

General Faculty Meeting for new and returning contracted faculty members.

Wednesday - Thursday
August 19-20
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

New Undergraduate Student Orientation Session 6
Robert and Pearle Ragsdale Center

New Undergraduate Student Orientation Session 6.

Cost: The orientation fee is $200.00.

Friday
August 21
8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Teaching Showcase 2009: Fostering Active Learning
John Brooks Williams Natural Sciences Center-North Building, Rooms 201, 202, 204, 206

The Center for Teaching Excellence invites you to attend the 2009 Teaching Showcase, focused on "Fostering Active Learning". The Showcase begins with a session on global education, followed by concurrent sessions on a wide range of teaching topics. This year's presentations were designed by faculty, peer-reviewed by faculty, and aim to actively engage faculty in discussion and hands-on learning. Come gain fresh ideas, meet new colleagues, and rekindle your passion for teaching and learning. We will be serving breakfast, lunch, and plenty of coffee all day.
To view a detailed conference program, visit www.stedwards.edu/cte.
RSVPs at http://www.stedwards.edu/cte/event are appreciated.

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Friday
August 21
9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

New Freshman and Transfer Students Move-In to the Residence Halls
Residence Halls

New Freshman and Transfer Students Move-In to the Residence Halls

Friday
August 21
8 p.m. - 10 p.m.

Kickoff Party
Ragsdale Plaza

Kick off the new school year with your classmates and enjoy a summer night of music and fun! Friends and family are welcome.

Saturday
August 22
8 a.m. - 12 p.m.

New College Orientation
Robert and Pearle Ragsdale Center, Mabee Ballroom

New students joining the New College undergraduate program this fall, along with their guests, will attend orientation on Saturday, Aug. 22. Students will check-in at the Mabee Ballroom from 8:30-9 a.m., and the orientation will end at 12:10 p.m.

Registration for this event is required.

Saturday
August 22
5 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Welcome BBQ
Main Building Lawn

Take a break from moving in and enjoy time with family, friends and members of the university community while eating great Texas barbecue.

Sunday
August 23
11 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Mass of the Holy Spirit
Recreation and Convocation Center Gym Floor

New students are invited to bring their family and friends to pray for the Holy Spirit's guidance on their journey at St. Edward's University.

Sunday
August 23
4 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Medallion Ceremony
Recreation and Convocation Center Gym Floor

A ceremony that inducts new students into the academic community. Students will receive a university medallion and gain a greater understanding of the university's Holy Cross tradition.

Tuesday
August 25
6:15 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

School of Management and Business Graduate Orientation
Robert and Pearle Ragsdale Center, Mabee Ballroom

New students joining the graduate programs in the School of Management and Business this fall, along with their guests, will attend orientation Tuesday, Aug. 25. Students will check-in at Mabee Ballroom from 6:15-6:45 p.m., and the orientation will end at 8:30 p.m.

Registration for this event is required.

Thursday
August 27
6:15 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Graduate Orientation
Robert and Pearle Ragsdale Center, Mabee Ballroom

New students joining the Master of Arts in Counseling, Master of Arts in College Student Development, Master of Arts in Teaching, and Master of Liberal Arts graduate programs this fall, along with their guests, will attend orientation Thursday, Aug. 27. Students will check-in at Mabee Ballroom from 6:15-6:45 p.m., and the orientation will end at 8:30 p.m.

Registration for this event is required.

Friday
August 28
6 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Hillfest
Main Building Lawn

University Programming Board invites you to enjoy games, live music, rides, great prizes and fireworks! Admission, food and T-shirts are free to students with a valid St. Edward’s ID.

Sunday
August 30
9 p.m. - 10 p.m.

Sunday Mass: 10:30 a.m. or 9 p.m.
Our Lady Queen of Peace Chapel

Come join the St. Edward's University worshipping community at its regular times at 10:30 a.m. or 9 p.m. beginning on Sunday. At the 9 p.m. Mass, the Campus Ministry staff and new Peer Ministers will be introduced. A social will be held in the Mang House immediately following the 9 p.m. Mass.

Sunday
August 30
10 p.m. - 11 p.m.

Welcome Back Social
Mang House

Campus Ministry invites you to a special welcome back social in the Mang House. Come meet the Campus Ministry staff and enjoy snacks and refreshments including a cupcake bar.