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| Welcome Students
Student Organization Fair Fall Fest Harambeé Umoja Orientation Program Hundreds of local high school students as well as all of LSU’s incoming freshmen are invited to attend this orientation program. Food, music, and fun are the main attractions, while faculty and staff introduce the participants to campus life. The Black Student Union helps students explore other campus organizations, who will have the option of setting-up booths at the program. Umoja is hosted with the help of the Women's Center, which is located next to the African American Cultural Center. Participants will also have an opportunity to learn about these centers and their services. Genesis Mentoring Opening Workshop The Genesis Mentoring and Tutoring Program, a combined effort with the Center for Academic Success, is available to minority students at LSU. Incoming freshmen and sophomores are encouraged to use this program as they make their academic and social transitions to LSU. Current juniors and seniors are available for guidance and support. Academic counseling, free tutoring, luncheons, and workshops are held regularly throughout the semester. Tutorial hours for the fall semester are from 5–9 p.m. Monday–Thursday. Sessions are held at the Office of Multicultural Affairs in the LSU Union. Student Volunteer Fair Sponsored by the LSU Career Services Center, this event is designed to help students learn about volunteering and service opportunities available with nonprofit agencies in the Baton Rouge. Area students can use these opportunities to gain experience in their fields of interest or as rewarding experiences. No registration is required for this event; all students are encouraged to attend. Written by Teresa Devlin | LSU
Office of University Relations
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The
start of each new academic year brings thousands of new students
as well as new faculty and staff to the LSU community. And for many
people, it may seem intimidating and overwhelming to carve a particular
niche or to learn about all the resources the campus has to offer.
That’s why LSU has programs and special events designed to
welcome people to the University and its services.
The
The
Golden Band from Tigerland will kick off the event with a special
performance throughout the Quad. The band, the LSU cheerleaders,
and Mike the Tiger will continue the festivities in front of the
Dodson Auditorium fountain. There will also be a T-shirt toss, performances
by ensembles from the College of Music & Dramatic Arts, and
a step show. Throughout the event, senior colleges and departments
within the University will be staffing information tables to promote
their programs and answer questions from those in the crowd.
In
Swahili, Harambeé means “coming together,” and
every fall this special event is held to do just that for the University
community. Harambeé, a celebration of African American culture,
strives to foster connections among all University students. Students
will have an opportunity to witness and experience culturally relevant
opportunities on campus, and this year’s event will feature
a keynote address by Bryonn Bain, an African American activist,
author, and poet.
