BUFF BRANDING 2014

BUFF BRANDING 2014
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 20
8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Residence Hall Move In
Residence Halls
First year residents living on campus, this is the day! Come with your vehicles loaded and your boxes and bags
labeled with your room assignment. We will help unload your car and move boxes and bags to your new home.
For detailed move-in information, visit wtamu.edu/movein.
*Some student groups (for example, marching band, student athletes, and international students) will move in
on August 18 due to University-sponsored events. These students are encouraged to participate in Buff
Branding as their schedules allow. We hope to see you at 7:00 for Playfair!
11:15 a.m.
Lunch
Dining Hall (The CAF)
Students on meal plans: This is your first meal of the semester, so grab your Buff Gold Card and come to the
CAF for a hearty meal and of course, some ice cream!
4:45 p.m.
Dinner
The CAF
Grab your Buff Gold Card and a friend, and enjoy dinner in the CAF.
6:00-7:00 p.m.
Lanyard Pickup
Buffalo Sports Park (BSP)
If you have not picked up your Buff Branding lanyard (nametag), this is the time to do so. Buff Branding
participants will need their lanyard at several events this week and weekend.
7:00 p.m.
Playfair
BSP
Imagine playing Simon Says with 1300 of your closest friends... then, head out to the Sports Park with some of
your new friends and be prepared to be engaged, educated and entertained!
http://www.playfair.com/campus.htm
8:30 p.m.
Campus Tie-Dye
BSP
Bring your bed sheets, your t-shirts, your socks and more! We'll have a DJ spinning while you tie-dye your
favorite apparel. Sno-cones, dancing and large group games will also be available (ultimate frisbee, gynormous
soccer, and more).
FREE T-SHIRTS to the first 500 new students who arrive.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 21
7:00-8:30 a.m.
Breakfast
The CAF
Begin your morning with an assortment of breakfast options. Remember to bring your Buffalo Gold Card.
8:30-9:30 a.m.
Lanyard Pickup
First United Bank Center (FUBC)
If you have not picked up your Buff Branding lanyard (nametag), this is the time to do so. Buff Branding
participants will need their lanyard at several events this week and weekend.
9:00 a.m.
It’s a Stampede!
Founders Hall – East Entrance
*Bring your Buffalo Gold Card.*
You will soon learn that the WTAMU heritage is steeped in tradition. The Stampede--our newest tradition started
in 2013--is how students arrive at every double-header basketball game throughout the season. While the
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season hasn't started, we thought we would practice our Stampede, so be at the east entrance of Founders to
take the path to the First United Bank Center (FUB). Go Buffs!
9:30 a.m.
Welcome to Your First Day Here
FUBC
Today is the day you will be branded a Buff! The day will be filled with education, engagement and
entertainment. Let's get started! **As you walk into the arena, be sure to pick up your 2014-15 academic
planner.**
10:00 a.m.
Success by Choice
FUBC
Marlon Smith has traveled the world, inspiring and motivating students to reach their potential, and he returns to
campus by popular demand. Marlon graduated from college with a degree in mechanical engineering but not
without experiencing some challenges along the way. It's the lessons he learned in life, coupled with his passion
for living, that compel you to appreciate what he believes: Success is your choice.
http://www.successbychoice.com
11:30 a.m.
Lunch
FUBC
Grab a bite to eat, then get your Buff Branding T-shirt and stop to sign up for a Friday morning service project.
Lunch provided by Aramark, Buff Gold Card required.
1:00 p.m.
Trashed: Wendi Fox
FUBC
Be prepared for a rollercoaster ride of comedy and catastrophe all rolled into one! Come prepared to hear the
truth, consider your options, and set a course for your social success
2:00 p.m.
Buff Branding Photo
FUBC
Pull your Buff Branding T-shirt over the shirt you’re wearing and smile for the group photo!
2:30 p.m.
Options
Founders Hall – Courtyard
Still haven’t signed up to serve on Friday? Come to the courtyard of Founders Hall.
§ Want to enter the “My First Day Here” photo contest? Come to the courtyard of Founders Hall.
§ Want to enter to be Student Body President for the day? Come to the courtyard of Founders Hall.
§ Want to participate in a timed scavenger hunt? Come to the courtyard of Founders Hall. (3:15 p.m. start
time)
§ Want to play slip and slide? Come to the courtyard of Founders Hall.
§ Want to see what others are doing? Come to the courtyard of Founders Hall.
§ Want to register to vote? Come to the courtyard of Founders Hall.
5:30 p.m.
Dinner
The CAF
Meet back in the Caf for dinner. Bring your Buffalo Gold Card.
7:30 p.m.
Join the Herd
Terrill Lawn
It's not a question of, "Are you going to join a campus organization?" It's a question of, "Which organization will
you join?" Come meet returning students who have answered this question, maybe more than once! With more
than 100 organizations to choose from, the choices are many and new friendships await. Wear your official Buff
Branding T-shirt.
8:45 p.m.
Branding Ceremony
Old Main/Vaughan Pedestrian Mall
This event makes it official! With University alumni, current Buffs, President O'Brien and many members of the
WT community gathered around the stage, first-year students will be "branded" a Buff. Don't worry, the branding
doesn't hurt, but the event is sure to make a lasting impression.
Wear your official Buff Branding T-shirt and get ready to dance because WT's own DJ Ceddy Ced followed
by DJ Earworm will mix it up on the Vaughan Pedestrian Mall after you've been branded.
10:00 p.m.
DJ Earworm
Old Main/Vaughan Pedestrian Mall
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DJ Earworm wrote the book on mashup construction (literally). He takes apart a bunch of songs and puts them
back together in a different way.
http://djearworm.com/
FRIDAY, AUGUST 22
7:00 a.m.
Breakfast
The CAF
Rise and shine for breakfast in the CAF. Remember to bring your Buffalo Gold Card.
8:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
International Student Orientation Old Main 220
The International Student Office will host a special session for international students to talk about employment,
social security, taxes, immigration and health care.
NOTE: This session is required for all first-year, transfer and graduate international students.
9:00 a.m.
Community Service Projects
Virgil Henson Activities Center
If you signed up for a service project, be at the entrance to the Virgil Henson Activities Center (VHAC) at the
time designated on your service card. Giving back to the community is an important part of joining the Buff
family, so thank you for your service.
NOTE: If you did not sign up for service and want to serve, go to the VHAC to see if there are projects in need of
volunteers. If you decide not to participate, consider "giving back" or "paying it forward" in some way this
morning. Write someone a thank you note. Pick up the phone and call someone who has made a difference in
your life. Make a small donation to a cause you are passionate about.
11:30 a.m.
Lunch
The CAF
Lunch in the CAF. Remember your Buff Gold Card.
1:30 p.m.
Your Academic Success is Our Success
Your academic college extends to you an invitation (which is really a strong expectation) to come meet your
faculty to learn about your program of study and their academic expectations.
College of Agriculture, Science and Engineering…………………..Agriculture and Natural Sciences (ANS) 101
College of Business…………………………………………………... Classroom Center (CC)221
Art, Theatre and Dance Majors……………………………………… Mary Moody Northen Hall (MMNH) 189
Communication Majors………………………………………………. Harrington Fine Arts Complex (FAC)
Broadcasting Hallway/News One Studio
th
College of Education and Social Sciences………………………… Old Main 4 Floor
English, Philosophy and Modern Languages Majors…………….. CC 319
History Majors………………………………………………………… Old Main (OM) 405
Music Majors…………………………………………………………. FAC Recital Hall
College of Nursing and Health Sciences…………………………… JBK Thunder Room
Undecided Majors…………………………………………………….. VHAC Mirror Room
5:00 p.m.
Dinner
The CAF
Remember to bring your Buff Gold Card.
6:30 p.m.
WT Football Scrimmage
Kimbrough Memorial Stadium
Want a sneak peek at WT football? We will provide shuttle service from Buffalo Sports Park to Kimbrough
Memorial Stadium for the 6:30 p.m. scrimmage.
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Transportation: A bus will pick up students at the south entrance of Buffalo Sports Park at 6:00 and 6:15 p.m. for
the 6:30 p.m. scrimmage. The shuttles will return to campus at 7:30 and 7:45 p.m.
6:30 p.m.
Buffapalooza
BSP
Make your way to the Sports Park where there is something for everyone. Play games with friends or bring a
blanket and relax.
8:30 p.m.
Movie at the Library
Cornette Library – main entrance
There's no better way to end the day than watching Frozen under the stars with some of your new friends.
Snacks will be provided. Bring blankets, pillows or lawn chairs.
Warning: Singing "Let It Go" with your roommate may cause immediate bonding.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 23
Lunch // Dinner
The CAF
The Dining Hall (CAF) resumes normal service times.
12:00-2:00 p.m.
Experience Canyon
Downtown Canyon – The Square
Shop Canyon's local merchants and experience Canyon's downtown square. Many in-store discounts will be
offered to WT students. Hungry? Satisfy your cravings at a food truck or choose a snack at one of the local
eateries - coffee, ice cream, cupcakes and other sweet treats are always available downtown. You'll find unique
items, clothing, entertainment, relaxation and hometown WT pride.
Transportation: A bus will pick up students at the south entrance of Buffalo Sports Park and drop off at the
downtown square. The last trip back to campus will leave the square at 2:00 p.m.
7:30 p.m.
Night at the Museum
PPHM
Tonight Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum (PPHM) will open its doors for WT students only. Show your
Buffalo Gold Card at the door. Music and a buffalo themed scavenger hunt in the dark.
SUNDAY, AUGUST 24
1:30-4:30 p.m.
Shuttle to Walmart
Meet at BSP – south entrance
If you need transportation to/from Walmart for last minute back-to-school shopping, we can help! Catch the
shuttle to Walmart between 1:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. Meet at the south entrance of Buffalo Sports Park. After
shopping, the shuttle will drop you off at your residence hall.
2:30-4:30 p.m.
Find That Classroom
Hayward Clock Tower
Bring your class schedule and meet at the Hayward Clock Tower, north of the Buffalo Fountain and Old Main,
anytime between 2:30 and 4:30. A peer leader will help you find your classrooms before classes start.
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