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Getting InvolvedWeek of WelcomeWeek of Welcome (WOW!) is a week of events and traditionsthat are designed to help you become better acquainted withcampus and make new Monarch connections. The year kicks offby connecting Monarchs through a variety of exciting social andeducational activities. WOW will take place between Aug. 25 –Sept. 3, 2011. A full schedule of events can be found at http://www.studentaffairs.odu.edu/wow.Campus TraditionsHistory of the Monarch:For many years, the athletic teams of the Norfolk Division ofthe College of William & Mary (as Old Dominion was formerlycalled) were known as the Braves. This was a derivation of theWilliam & Mary nickname, the Indians. As ODU achieved itsown four-year status and saw its enrollment surpass that of itsWilliamsburg neighbor, it was no longer suitable or acceptable tohave its teams called the Braves.The name Monarchs evokes the history of the commonwealth ofVirginia and of Old Dominion’s mother institution. The nickname“Old Dominion” was fi rst applied to the Virginia colony by KingCharles II after Virginia’s loyalty to the crown during the EnglishCivil War. Furthermore, King William III and Queen Mary II,whose patronage helped found the College of William and Maryin Virginia in 1693, ruled England at the invitation of Parliamentas “joint monarchs.”Old Dominion’s Monarch features a royal crown on a lion’s head,representing a rich history and a strong future. The mascot isknown as “Big Blue.”The University Seal:Legend has it that you should never walk across the University Seallocated on Kaufman Mall. If you do so, you will never graduatefrom ODU. Although the legend does not apply to seals placedon the fl oor of academic buildings, you’re asked to avoid walkingon them out of respect for the University.Monarch Creed:At ODU, those who become part of the community vow to followthe Monarch Creed. We know you want to be a valuablecontributor to our community, so take a minute to read through theCreed just so you know what is expected.M ake personal and academic integrity fundamental in all myendeavors;O ffer service to the University and to the community;N urture a climate of care, concern, and civility for others;A ccept responsibility for all my actions;R espect the dignity, rights, and property of all people;C ommit to the ongoing pursuit of intellectual and personaldevelopment;H eighten my awareness of individual and cultural differences andsimilarities.Alma Mater:Hail to thee our Alma MaterBlue and silver, hail!By the ocean’s billows fl yingSee them proudly sail!University young and strong,We lift our voices in this song,This our song of Alma Mater,Old Dominion, hail!Fight Song:Fight Old DominionYour courage roars!Fight Old DominionYour valor soars!Blue and silver worn with prideWe’ve got the spirit right here on our side!Hail Old DominionYour courage roars!Hail Old DominionYour valor soars!Old DominionGO BIG BLUE!Our victory lives on in YOU!52 Your First Semester
Victory for Old Dominion:Victory for Old Dominion,Tremble at our feet!Fight hard for Old Dominion!Never know defeat,Touchdown for Old Dominion (or “Stand Tall for Old Dominion”)Silver and the Blue,On-Ward-To VictoryFor the Sons of ODU! (or “For our Dear Ol’ ODU”)Victory for Old Dominion,Tremble at our feet!Fight hard for Old Dominion!Never know defeat,Touchdown for Old Dominion (or “Stand Tall for Old Dominion”)Silver and the Blue,On-Ward-To Victory(cheer)O-D-U!(drum break)M-O-N-A-R-C-H-S!*Alternate lyrics are used for sports other than football.Spirit Fridays:Spirit Friday is a tradition that began by word of mouth andeventually was enacted by former President Roseann Runte andresolved by the Student Senate. All members of the Universitycommunity are asked to wear either school colors (blue and silver)or ODU apparel every Friday regardless if they are on or offcampus.Painting of the Paws:During this annual tradition, you’re invited to come and paint/touch up the paws on the sidewalks of campus. Big Blue hastraveled the campus extensively and left his mark at various buildingsand residence halls. To show the beauty of different areas ofcampus, we help preserve these paws so students can see wherethe Monarchs roam while at Old Dominion University.Monarch Maniacs:Experience the spirit and excitement of Monarch pride! TheMonarch Maniacs are students (undergraduate and graduate)who want to be more than just casual fans. This organization is forenergetic students who want to show their Monarch pride by gettinginvolved and supporting ODU athletic and campus events.Through a $20 membership fee, you will be able to receivemultiple benefi ts, including:• Early entry for football and basketball games• Two offi cial Maniac shirts• Giveaways at football and basketball games exclusive toManiacs• Membership card, which provides discounts at sponsoredvendors in the Norfolk area53
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Page 9 and 10: Dr. Nicholas Bountress216 Child Stu
Page 11 and 12: Advising in the Center for MajorExp
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Page 15 and 16: Key TerminologyAdd - To register fo
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Page 21 and 22: of each period. Students will be re
Page 23 and 24: CHEM 121N. Foundations of Chemistry
Page 25 and 26: Interpreting the Past: 3 credit hou
Page 27 and 28: PHIL 383T. Technology: Its Nature a
Page 29: Outdoor Adventure ProgramsTeam Expe
Page 32 and 33: Taking Care ofBusinessNever Go Hung
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Page 40 and 41: Temporary Room Assignments:Each yea
Page 42 and 43: Double dutyRemember that you have t
Page 45 and 46: Your First Semester
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Page 51 and 52: Academic IntegrityWe all know that
Page 53 and 54: Navigatingthe CampusCampus SafetyTh
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