TH U RSD AY - Student Services - Tufts University

Welcome to the Hill 

In the 1840s, the Universalist Church wanted to open a college 

in New England. Boston businessman Charles Tufts gave the 

church a gift of 20 acres of land on the condition it be used for 

establishing a college. With that, the location was decided. Tufts’ 

land was located on one of the highest hills in the Boston area, 

Walnut Hill, straddling Medford and Somerville. 

As local lore has it, when a relative asked 

Charles Tufts what he would do with his 

land, and more specifically with “that 

bleak hill over in Medford,” Tufts 

replied, “I will put a light on it.” In 

1855, a toast to the new Tufts College 

was offered in Faneuil Hall. Hosea 

Ballou II, the college’s first president, 

remarked, “For if Tufts College is to 

be a source of illumination, as a 

beacon standing on a hill, where its 

light cannot be hidden, its influence 

will naturally work like all light; it 

will be diffusive.” 

In a physical representation of Charles 

Tufts and Hosea Ballou II’s hopes for the 

college, all incoming students participate 

in a candlelighting ceremony on the 

President’s lawn. This ceremony takes place 

twice during their time at Tufts—during Orientation 

and before graduation. The experience symbolizes the sharing of 

knowledge that each student will take part in during their time 

at Tufts University and within their own communities.

WELCOME CLASS OF 2016 AND TRANSFER STUDENTS! 

Tufts Undergraduate Orientation is a week designed to show you what Tufts has to offer. 

This week marks the beginning of an important journey you will never forget. On this hill 

you will find professors who will inspire you, build friendships that will stay with you 

forever, and create memories to treasure for life. The Tufts experience is about growing as 

an individual and as a member of the larger campus community. During Orientation, you will 

learn some of the University’s most important lessons and traditions. First and foremost, 

however, this week is about connections. Take the time to connect with your peers, your 

advisors, and with your University. Some of the bonds that begin here are sure to last 

throughout your time at Tufts and even long after. Welcome to the Hill! 

During Orientation you will . . . 

• learn what Tufts University has to offer; 

• meet with Orientation Leaders who will introduce you to university resources and 

answer your questions; 

• form friendships with your peers and learn more about yourself in the process; 

• collaborate with your academic advisor to assess your academic skills and prepare 

for the responsibility of making choices about your education; 

• meet with faculty and staff members and explore the breadth of your educational 

opportunities; 

• learn about the many co-curricular activities offered by Tufts’ student organizations 

and athletics programs. 

This calendar lists all events and activities happening during Orientation week. Please take 

some time to review the calendar and make notes on the events you will be attending. 

While all programs are important, many of the programs are mandatory. All mandatory 

programs are highlighted with a SHADOW BOX. Many programs are repeated and assigned 

by your orientation group. Descriptions of all programs are listed in the glossary at the end. 

Orientation reflects what your life at Tufts will be: 

Intellectually stimulating and rich in experience. 

Have a great week! 

Audrey Abrell 

Communications and Logistics Coordinator 

Class of 2013 

Babisa Adumbire 

Major Events Coordinator 

Class of 2013 

Christopher Blackett 

Training, Leadership, and Academic Programs Coordinator 

Class of 2013 

WELCOME 

New Student Orientation 2012

WELCOME 

E X P E R I E N C E T U F T S 

HAVE QUESTIONS? 

All numbers below are 617-627-XXXX 

Billing/Financial Aid 

Student Services Desk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . x2000 

Computer Issues 

Information Technology Services . . . . . . . . x5898 

General Information 

Campus Center Info Booth . . . . . . . . . . . . . x3145 

Health Concerns 

Counseling & Mental Health Services . . . . x3360 

Health Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . x3350 

Housing Questions 

Residential Life & Learning. . . . . . . . . . . . . x3248 

Meal Plans 

Dining Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . x3566 

Microfridges/Linens 

Tufts Student Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . x3224 

Orientation Information 

Office for Campus Life. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . x3212 

Orientation Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . x4678 

Public Safety 

Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . x6911 

Non-emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . x3030 

ID/MEAL CARDS 

Tufts ID cards are required for all meals beginning with breakfast on Thursday, August 30, 

and throughout Orientation. In addition to meals, ID cards are used for a variety of campus 

activities including gym access, library book checkout, admission to campus events, and 

more. Be sure to keep your ID with you at all times. 

If you were not able to upload your ID photo prior to your arrival at Tufts, then you must 

have your ID picture taken at the Tufts Police Station located on the first floor of Dowling 

Hall. ID pictures will be taken on Wednesday, August 29 and Thursday, August 30 between 

8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Beginning Friday, August 31, anyone can obtain their permanent ID 

card at the Tufts University Police Station, Dowling Hall, 1st floor, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

BOOKSTORE 

The Tufts University Bookstore is located in the Mayer Campus Center. The Bookstore is 

open throughout Orientation week for all your books and supplies. The hours this week are: 

August 31 through September 1, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.; September 2, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; 

September 3, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; September 4, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; September 5, 

9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. 

E-MAIL ACCOUNT 

A Tufts e-mail account has been created for you. If you haven’t done so already, log on to 

the Connection site (http://connection.uss.tufts.edu) and activate your account. To log on to 

Connection, use your username and password provided to you by Tufts Student Services. 

For e-mail help throughout the semester, walk-in hours are Monday through Friday, between 

1:00 and 5:00 p.m. at the ITS Computing Center in Eaton Hall. 

MAIL SERVICES 

On move-in day, you may pick up any packages you mailed to campus between 7:30 a.m. and 

5:30 p.m. at Mail Services in the Hill Hall Basement, 389 Boston Avenue, next to Dowling 

Hall. From move-in day until October 7, a van and driver will be available on a first come, 

first served basis to assist you in taking your packages to the front of your residence hall. 

If you have questions, please call 617-627-3495. 

JUMBOCASH 

JumboCash is a prepaid, stored-value account that is part of your Tufts ID. It is a convenient, 

cashless way to pay at over 20 dining and service locations for everything from meals, 

snacks, and drinks to laundry, books, school supplies, and personal care items. JumboCash 

can be added at the Dining Administration Office (89 Curtis Street), Bookstore, or at Value 

Transfer Stations in the Mayer Campus Center, Dewick-MacPhie & Carmichael Dining Halls. 

BANKING 

One Bank of America ATM and one Sovereign Bank ATM are located in the Mayer Campus 

Center and one Citizen’s Bank ATM is in Dowling Hall. Representatives from local banks will 

be available during Orientation in the Campus Center to provide information and open new 

accounts. 

ORIENTATION HOTLINE 

Questions? Call 617-627-4678 during Orientation. After hours, please contact the TUPD 

non-emergency number 617-627-3030. 

WELCOME 


WEDNESDAY 


WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 29 

8:00–11:30 a.m. Arrival/Move-in for Residential Students and Parents 

Note: Students who arrive after 11:30 a.m. should proceed to the Office 

of Residential Life and Learning in South Hall to pick up their room keys. 

8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Grab a Geek: Computer Setup Help for First-Year Students 

Haskell Hall, Hill Hall, Houston Hall, Tilton Hall 

9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Department Open Houses and Information Areas 

Academic Resource Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dowling Hall 

Campus Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mayer Campus Center 

Career Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dowling Hall 

Chaplaincy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Goddard Chapel 

Counseling and Mental Health Services 

(9 a.m.–2 p.m.) . . . .120 Curtis Street 

Disability Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dowling Hall 

Environmental Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Behind Miller Hall 

Health Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 Professors Row 

Hillel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Granoff Family Hillel Center 

Interfaith Center (9 a.m.–12 p.m.) . . . . . . . . . 58 Winthrop Street 

Parents Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Campus Center Patio 

Residential Life and Learning . . . . . . . . . . . . . South Hall 

Student Affairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dowling Hall 

Student Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dowling Hall 

Tufts Art Gallery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Colossal AcornHead 

Sculpture by Tisch Library 

9:30–10:30 a.m. REFRESHMENTS FOR COMMUTING STUDENTS 

(FIRST-YEARS AND TRANSFERS) AND THEIR PARENTS 

Orientation and registration materials will be given to you at this time. 

Dowling Hall 701A 

10:30–11:30 a.m. REFRESHMENTS FOR R.E.A.L. STUDENTS 

Meet here for mid-morning refreshments and to prepare for matriculation. 

Dowling Hall 730A 

11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. The Tufts Experience: School of Arts & Sciences 

Parents and Arts & Sciences students are invited to hear from the Deans 

about what lies ahead. 

Cohen Auditorium, Aidekman Arts Center 

Simultaneously televised to Distler Performance Hall, Granoff 

Music Center 

“Academic Expectations: A Vision of a Liberal Arts Education” 

Carmen Lowe, Dean of Academic Advising and Undergraduate Studies 

“Outside the Classroom” 

Bruce Reitman, Dean of Student Affairs

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 29 (CONTINUED) 

11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. The Tufts Experience: School of Engineering 

Parents and Engineering students are invited to hear from the Deans 

about what lies ahead. 

ASEAN Auditorium, Cabot Intercultural Center 

“The Tufts Engineering Experience” 

Linda Abriola, Dean, School of Engineering 

Kim Knox, Associate Dean, School of Engineering 

“Outside the Classroom” 

Marisel Pérez, Associate Dean of Student Affairs 

12:00–1:15 p.m. Luncheon on the Lawn for Parents, Students, Faculty, and Staff 

President’s Lawn 

1:45–2:45 p.m. MATRICULATION CEREMONY 

Presented by President Anthony Monaco 

Students and their parents are invited to this ceremony enrolling and 

welcoming new students into the Tufts community. 

Academic Quad 

➤ First-year and transfer students line up at Ballou Hall at 1:00 p.m. 

3:00–4:00 p.m. Optional Programming for Parents 

See Parents’ Schedule for more details 

3:00–4:00 p.m. Chaplains’ Reception 

Parents and students are invited to meet the Chaplains and affiliates. 

Goddard Chapel 

3:00–4:00 p.m. Fall Sports Meeting for Students 

All students are invited to attend information sessions 

describing Tufts’ fall athletic programs. Please refer to the 

athletics website for a detailed list of locations for the fall 

sport team meetings: http://ase.tufts.edu/athletics 

Students can also contact the Athletics Office at 617-627-3232. 

All interested student athletes are welcome. 

3:00–4:00 p.m. TRANSFER STUDENT MEETING 

Your academic deans will be available to answer questions you may 

have about the transfer of credit process, your class standing, and other 

academic issues. 

Dowling Hall 745 

3:00–4:00 p.m. Group of Six Open Houses 

Africana Center (Capen House) . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Professors Row 

Asian American Center (START House) . . . . . 17 Latin Way 

International Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Sawyer Ave. 

Latino Center (Bolles House) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226 College Ave., 1st Floor 

LGBT Center (Bolles House) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226 College Ave., 2nd Floor 

Women’s Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Talbot Ave. 

END OF PARENTS’ PROGRAM 





WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 29 (CONTINUED) 

5:00 p.m. ORIENTATION GROUP MEETING 

Meet with your Orientation Group for introductions and an overview of 

Orientation week. 

➤ For the location of this meeting, please refer to the letter you 

received upon getting your room keys or from your Pre-Orientation 

program leaders. 

5:00–6:00 p.m. Transfer Student Welcome Reception 

Alex’s Place, Tisch Library Roof 

6:00 p.m. RESIDENCE HALL WELCOME 

Meet with your Resident Assistant and other residents of your floor to 

learn more about living within your residential community. 

Return to your residence hall. 

➤ Commuting students should go to Dowling Hall 701A. 

6:30 p.m. FIRST NIGHT CELEBRATION AND DINNER 

Enjoy a delicious meal with the residents from your hall while watching 

an array of performances by talented Tufts student groups! 

President’s Lawn (In case of rain, the celebration will take place in the 

Gantcher Family Sports and Convocation Center.) 

➤ Arrival times will vary by residence hall. 

10:00 p.m. Residence Hall Programs

THURSDAY, AUGUST 30 

7:15–10:00 a.m. Breakfast 

Dewick-MacPhie and Carmichael Dining Halls 

8:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m. LANGUAGE PLACEMENT EXAMINATIONS 

Students should take a Tufts examination to help determine exemption 

from all or part of the foreign language requirement and placement for 

continued study of language. These exams carry no credit. All exams 

(except Spanish, French, Chinese, German, and Japanese) are given at 

8:30 a.m. and 9:45 a.m. so that students may take tests in two or more 

different languages. Please bring pencils and arrive early. Please note 

the separate instructions for Spanish, French, Chinese, German, and 

Japanese. Students may also determine placement in language courses 

based on SAT II, Advanced Placement, or International Baccalaureate 

scores, as applicable. 

Language Location Examination Times 

Arabic . . . . . . . . . Olin Hall 321. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:30, 9:45 

Chinese*** . . . . . Electronic Resource Center, Tisch Library . . . . . . . . 8:30, 9:30, 10:30 

French** . . . . . . . Anderson Hall, Engineering Project . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:30, 9:00, 9:30, 10:00, 10:30, 

Development Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11:00, 11:30 

German*** . . . . . Olin Hall 006. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:30, 9:30, 10:30 

Greek . . . . . . . . . . Eaton Hall 333 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:30, 9:45 

Hebrew . . . . . . . . Olin Hall 318. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:30, 9:45 

Italian . . . . . . . . . Olin Hall 116. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:30, 9:45 

Japanese***. . . . Mark Computer Lab, Tisch Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:30, 10:00 

Latin. . . . . . . . . . . Eaton Hall 333 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:30, 9:45 

Russian . . . . . . . . Olin Hall 107. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:30, 9:45 

Spanish* . . . . . . . Eaton Hall Computer Lab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:30, 9:00, 9:30, 10:00, 10:30 

Swahili . . . . . . . . Olin Hall 329. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:30, 9:45 

* For the Spanish exam, students should go at the following times: 

8:30 a.m.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Last names A–D 

9:00 a.m.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Last names E–J 

9:30 a.m.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Last names K–N 

10:00 a.m.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Last names O–S 

10:30 a.m.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Last names T–Z 

** For the French exam, students should go at the following times: 

8:30 a.m.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Last names A–C 

9:00 a.m.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Last names D–F 

9:30 a.m.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Last names G–J 

10:00 a.m.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Last names K–N 

10:30 a.m.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Last names O–R 

11:00 a.m.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Last names S–V 

11:30 a.m.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Last names W–Z 

*** For the Chinese, German, and Japanese exams, students need to register by August 29 at: 

http://calt.atech.tufts.edu/register. Time blocks can be selected upon registration. 

THURSDAY 




THURSDAY, AUGUST 30 (CONTINUED) 

8:30–9:30 a.m. Mechanics Placement Exam 

Students with a score of 4 on the Physics B (non-calculus-based) AP exam 

who want to receive one credit for Physics 1 are required to take the 

Mechanics Placement Exam. Students with a score of 4 on the mechanics 

section of the Physics C (calculus-based) AP exam who want to receive 

one credit for Physics 11 are required to take the Mechanics Placement 

Exam. You may not receive credit for the above AP scores if you do not 

take and pass this exam. You may not enroll in Physics 1 or 11 if you 

receive the AP credit. The exam is closed-book. Bring a calculator. 

Robinson Hall 153 

9:30–10:30 a.m. TUPD PRESENTS: OPERATION AWARENESS 

Engineering Students 

Barnum Hall 008 

➤ Students must bring their Tufts IDs to this event. 

9:45–10:45 a.m. Math 4 Placement Examination 

This examination is open only to students who received a letter placing 

them into Math 4, Fundamentals of Mathematics, and who are seeking 

exemption from this placement. 

Bromfield-Pearson Hall 02 

10:45 a.m.–12:15 p.m. ACADEMIC ESSENTIALS 

Engineering Students 

Meet with Dean Knox to select fall semester courses and get answers to 

your academic questions. 


11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Dance Program Information and Stretch Session for All Levels 

Dance Lab, Jackson Gym Building 

11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Introducing the Departments and Programs I 

Repeated at 3:30 p.m. Plan to attend both sessions to learn more 

about Tufts. 

Panel I – Pearson Hall 104 

Biology 

Chemistry 

Community Health 

Earth and Ocean Sciences 

Environmental Studies 

Health Professions 

Panel II – Pearson Hall 106 

Computer Science 

Economics 

Entrepreneurial Leadership 

Mathematics 

Physics & Astronomy


Panel III – Braker Hall 001 

Asian Studies 

German, Russian, Asian Languages and Literature 

International Letters and Visual Studies 

Romance Languages 

Study Abroad 

Panel IV – Eaton Hall 206 

Archeology 

Architectural Studies 

Art History 

Classics 

English 

History 

Museum School 

Philosophy 

Panel V – Granoff Music Center M155 

Communications and Media Studies 

Drama & Dance 

Experimental College 

Multimedia Arts Program 

Music 

Panel VI – Eaton Hall 201 

American Studies 

Anthropology 

Asian American Studies 

Political Science 

Sociology 

Women’s Studies 

Panel VII – Crane Room, Paige Hall 

Child Development 

Leadership Studies 

Psychology 

Tisch College of Active Citizenship and Public Service 

Panel VIII – Robinson Hall 253 

Africa in the New World 

Africana Studies 

Institute for Global Leadership 

Interdisciplinary Studies 

Latin American Studies 

Peace & Justice Studies 

Philosophy 

Religion 






11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. Lunch 


1:00–2:30 p.m. Math 50 Placement Exam for Engineering Students 

Math 50 is an applications-oriented second semester calculus course for 

those who have had a first semester of calculus, but have not been able 

to obtain AP credit for it. After taking Math 50, you will be able to enter 

Calculus III. (Engineering will not require students who complete Math 

50 to go back to Calculus I.) The purpose of the placement exam is to 

see whether your familiarity with the basics of calculus suffices to skip 

Math 11 and go directly into Math 50. 

Bromfield-Pearson Hall 02 

1:00–3:00 p.m. ACADEMIC ESSENTIALS (1:00–2:00 p.m.) 

TUPD PRESENTS: OPERATION AWARENESS (2:00–3:00 p.m.) 

Arts & Sciences and Transfer Students 

Distler Performance Hall, Granoff Music Center . . Last names A–D 

Balch Arena Theater, Aidekman Arts Center . . . . . Last names E–J 

Cohen Auditorium, Aidekman Arts Center . . . . . . . Last names K–Z 

➤ Students must bring their Tufts IDs to this event. 

1:00–5:30 p.m. INDIVIDUAL APPOINTMENTS WITH PRE-MAJOR ADVISOR 

FOR ENGINEERING, TRANSFER, AND COMBINED-DEGREE 

STUDENTS TO SELECT COURSES FOR THE SEMESTER 

Offices of Pre-Major Advisors 

➤ Refer to the appointment time given to you at your Wednesday 

meeting. 

3:30–4:30 p.m. Introducing the Departments and Programs II 

Panel I – Pearson Hall 104 

Biology 

Chemistry 

Community Health 

Earth and Ocean Sciences 

Environmental Studies 

Health Professions 

Panel II – Pearson Hall 106 

Computer Science 

Economics 

Entrepreneurial Leadership 

Mathematics 

Physics & Astronomy


Panel III – Braker Hall 001 

Asian Studies 

German, Russian, Asian Languages and Literature 

International Letters and Visual Studies 

Romance Languages 

Study Abroad 

Panel IV – Eaton Hall 206 

Archeology 

Architectural Studies 

Art History 

Classics 

English 

History 

Museum School 

Panel V – Granoff Music Center M155 

Communications and Media Studies 

Drama & Dance 

Experimental College 

Multimedia Arts Program 

Music 

Panel VI – Eaton Hall 201 

American Studies 

Anthropology 

Asian American Studies 

Political Science 

Sociology 

Women’s Studies 

Panel VII – Crane Room, Paige Hall 

Child Development 

Leadership Studies 

Psychology 

Tisch College of Active Citizenship and Public Service 

Panel VIII – Robinson Hall 253 

Africa in the New World 

Africana Studies 

Institute for Global Leadership 

Interdisciplinary Studies 

Latin American Studies 

Peace & Justice Studies 

Philosophy 

Religion 






4:30–5:15 p.m. ADVISING MEETING 

Meet with your Orientation Leaders and Advisors. 

Same location as Wednesday night meeting. 

5:15–7:00 p.m. DINNER WITH ORIENTATION GROUP 

Please refer to the time and location for your Orientation Group. 

5:15–6:00 p.m. Dewick Dining Hall. . . . . . . . . . . . . Groups 1–29 

5:15–6:00 p.m. Carmichael Dining Hall . . . . . . . . . Groups 30–45 

6:00–7:00 p.m. Dewick Dining Hall. . . . . . . . . . . . . Groups 46–58 

6:00–7:00 p.m. Carmichael Dining Hall . . . . . . . . . Groups 59–75 

7:00 p.m. Results of Language Placement Examinations Available 

http://studentservices.tufts.edu/orientation 

7:00–8:15 p.m. SEX SIGNALS 

Cohen Auditorium 

Groups 1–32, 73–75 

7:00–8:15 p.m. MANY STORIES, ONE COMMUNITY 

ASEAN Auditorium, Cabot Intercultural Center . . . Groups 40–50 

Distler Performance Hall, Granoff Music Center . . Groups 58–66 

Pearson Hall 104 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Groups 67–72 

8:30–9:45 p.m. MANY STORIES, ONE COMMUNITY 

ASEAN Auditorium, Cabot Intercultural Center . . . Groups 21–39 

Distler Performance Hall, Granoff Music Center . . Groups 1–20, 73–75 


10:00–11:00 p.m. RESIDENCE HALL MEETINGS 

Return to your residence halls. 

10:00–11:00 p.m. Commuter Student Social 

Mayer Campus Center Lounge 

11:00 p.m.–1:00 a.m. “Jumbolicious”—The Campus Center Carnival 

Mayer Campus Center 

12:00–2:00 a.m. Film Series: Forrest Gump 

Barnum Hall 008

FRIDAY, AUGUST 31 



8:30–10:00 a.m. Thinking of Pre-Med/Dental/Vet? 

Question and answer session with health professions advisors 

Pearson Hall 104 

8:30–10:00 a.m. Thinking of Majoring in International Relations? 

Question and answer session with the International Relations Director 


9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. INDIVIDUAL SESSIONS WITH PRE-MAJOR ADVISORS 

FOR FIRST-YEAR ARTS & SCIENCES STUDENTS TO SELECT 

COURSES FOR THE SEMESTER 

Offices of Pre-Major Advisors 

➤ Refer to the appointment time given to you by your Orientation 

Leader. 

9:00–10:00 a.m. ACADEMIC INTEGRITY WORKSHOP 

Eaton Hall 201 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Groups 1–3 

Terrace Room, Paige Hall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Groups 4–6 


Barnum Hall 104 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Groups 10–12 

Crane Room, Paige Hall. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Groups 13–15 

Anderson Hall 206. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Groups 16–18 


Robinson 152. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Groups 22–24 

Aidekman 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Groups 25–27 

Lane 100 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Groups 72–73 

Braker 001 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Groups 74–75 

➤ If your appointment with your advisor is at the time your group is 

assigned to attend, meet with your advisor and attend a different 

session. 

10:00–11:00 a.m. ACADEMIC INTEGRITY WORKSHOP 








Robinson 152. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Groups 46–47 


Lane 100 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Groups 50–51 

Braker 001 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Groups 52–53 



session. 

FRIDAY 




FRIDAY, AUGUST 31 (CONTINUED) 

10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Student Employment at Tufts 

10:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m., Dowling Hall 745 

11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m., Dowling Hall Resource Library 730 

10:15–11:15 a.m. HEALTH AND WELLNESS AT TUFTS: BEYOND YOUR GPA 


Groups 1–20, 73–75 

11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Faculty Forums 

Attend presentations offered by some of Tufts’ excellent faculty. Here is 

a chance to meet your future professors for an informal discussion on 

one of the topics listed below. (See glossary for program descriptions) 

Entrepreneurial Leadership Studies and Engineering 

Management Minor 

John Hodgman (ELS) and Mary Viola (EMM) 

Braker 222 

Constantine and Napoleon–The Individual and History 

David Proctor, History 

Eaton 333 

Japanese Is Fun! 

Kiyomi Kagawa, German, Russian, and Asian Languages 

Olin 116 

New Technology for Old Music 

David Locke, Music 

Granoff Music Center World Music Room M085 

Arabic Only: An Immersion Experience 

Rana Abdul-Aziz, German, Russian, and Asian Languages 

Olin 012 

Keys to Learning Chinese 

Jinyu Li and Xueping Zhong, German, Russian, and Asian Languages 

Sophia Gordon Multipurpose Room 

11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. Lunch 


12:00–1:00 p.m. Muslim Chaplaincy at Tufts Welcome Lunch 

Interfaith Center, 58 Winthrop Street 

1:00–2:00 p.m. Muslim Prayer Services 


1:00–2:00 p.m. Get Green: Environmentalism at Tufts 

Sophia Gordon Multipurpose Room 

1:00–2:30 p.m. Music at Tufts Open House 

Granoff Music Center

FRIDAY, AUGUST 31 (CONTINUED) 

1:30–2:30 p.m. ACADEMIC INTEGRITY WORKSHOP 








Braker 001 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Groups 68–69 




session. 

1:30–2:30 p.m. Surviving the Academic Grind . . . with a Little Help from 

Your Friends 

Mayer Campus Center 112 

1:30–5:30 p.m. REGISTRATION FOR ENGINEERING, TRANSFER, AND 

COMBINED DEGREE STUDENTS 

You may register online from your room, or in Eaton Hall Computer Lab. 

Assistance is available in Eaton Hall Computer Lab. 



Groups 33–54 

4:00–5:00 p.m. HEALTH AND WELLNESS AT TUFTS: BEYOND YOUR GPA 



5:15–7:00 p.m. FOOD FAIR FOR NEW STUDENTS 

Residential Quad 

➤ Don’t forget to bring your Tufts ID. 

6:00–7:00 p.m. Jewish Reform and Conservative Services 

Granoff Family Hillel Center 

7:00–8:00 p.m. HEALTH AND WELLNESS AT TUFTS: BEYOND YOUR GPA 



7:15 p.m. Shabbat Dinner 


➤ Please call the Hillel Center by 5:00 p.m. on Thursday to make 

reservations at 617-627-3242. 



FRIDAY / SATURDAY 





9:30–10:30 p.m. ILLUMINATION CEREMONY 

This traditional ceremony marks the beginning of your Tufts career and 

will be repeated the night before your graduation. 

President’s Lawn 

10:30–11:30 p.m. Ballroom Dance Party 

Hotung Café, Mayer Campus Center 

10:30 p.m.–12:00 a.m. Comedy Club 


11:00 p.m.–1:00 a.m. Film Series: Anchorman 


11:30 p.m.–2:00 a.m. WMFO Dance Party 

Hotung Café, Mayer Campus Center 

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 1 



8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. REGISTRATION FOR FIRST-YEAR ARTS & SCIENCES STUDENTS 

Your Orientation Leaders will inform you of your registration time and 

will assist you with registration. If your registration time presents a 

problem for religious reasons, please let your Orientation Leaders know. 

Eaton Hall 

9:00–10:00 a.m. TSR Fitness Class: Yoga 

Hill Hall Aerobics Room 

10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Protestant Chaplaincy and Student Brunch 

Tisch Library Roof 

10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. Shabbat Morning Services and Lunch 

Conservative egalitarian services will be followed by lunch. 


11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Javanese Gamelan Workshop 

Granoff Music Center World Music Room M085 

11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. Tisch Library Open House 

11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. What University Professors Do 

Hirsh Reading Room, Tisch Library 

Danilo Marchesini, Assistant Professor, Physics & Astronomy 

Ayanna Thomas, Assistant Professor, Psychology 

David Proctor, Professor, History

11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. Transfer Student Lunch and Bowling 

Sacco’s Bowl Haven, Davis Square 

11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Vendor Bazaar 

Mayer Campus Center Upper Patio 

11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Lunch 


12:00–1:00 p.m. TSR Fitness Class: Fitness Bootcamp 


12:00–1:00 p.m. Singing at Tufts 

Granoff Music Center Room 75 

1:00–2:00 p.m. Orchestra at Tufts 

Granoff Music Center Room 75 

2:00–3:00 p.m. Surviving the Academic Grind . . . with a Little Help from 

Your Friends 

Mayer Campus Center 112 

2:00–3:00 p.m. What University Professors Do 

Hirsh Reading Room, Tisch Library 

Danilo Marchesini, Assistant Professor, Physics & Astronomy 

Ayanna Thomas, Assistant Professor, Psychology 

David Proctor, Professor, History 

3:00–4:00 p.m. TSR Fitness Class: Zumba 


4:00–5:00 p.m. Fraternity and Sorority Life Information Session 


5:00–8:00 p.m. Dinner 


6:00–7:00 p.m. Student Government Information Session 


8:00–10:00 p.m. Guess the Straight Person Game Show 


8:00–10:00 p.m. Bingo Night 

Dewick-Macphie Dining Hall 

10:30 p.m.–12:00 a.m. Jumbo Idol 


11:30 p.m.–1:30 a.m. Film Series: Forrest Gump 


12:00–2:00 a.m. Stand-up Comedy Show 

Hotung Café 

SATURDAY 


SUNDAY 


SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 2 

10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. Museum of Fine Arts Trip 

Shuttles will depart from Olin Center at 10:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m., 

and will make pick-ups at the MFA at 11:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., and 2:00 p.m. 

11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. Hillel Bagel Brunch 

An introduction to Hillel as well as performances by each of Tufts’ 

a cappella groups. 




11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Brunch 


12:00–1:00 p.m. TSR Fitness Class: Pilates 


12:00–5:00 p.m. Discover Davis Square 

Shuttle departs every half hour from Mayer Campus Center Upper Patio. 

2:00–3:00 p.m. TSR Fitness Class: Cardio and Toning 


3:00–4:30 p.m. World of Jumbo Traditions 


4:00–5:00 p.m. TSR Fitness Class: Yoga 


5:00–7:00 p.m. Catholic Chaplaincy at Tufts Welcome Barbecue 


5:00–9:00 p.m. Dinner 


6:00–7:00 p.m. Ice Cream Social at the Balch Arena Theater 

Balch Arena Theater Lobby, Aidekman Arts Center 

7:00–8:00 p.m. Protestant Worship Service 


7:00–8:30 p.m. Pen, Paint, and Pretzels Presents: Circle Mirror Transformation 

Balch Arena Theater, Aidekman Arts Center 

7:00–11:00 p.m. Outdoor Barbecue, Movie, and Games with Prizes: Mean Girls 

Women’s Center Front Lawn, 55 Talbot Avenue 

9:00–10:30 p.m. Torn Ticket II Presents: Musical of Musicals (The Musical!) 


9:30–11:30 p.m. Target Extravaganza! 

Buses depart every 15 minutes from the Mayer Campus Ctr. and Olin Ctr. 

10:00–11:00 p.m. Roman Catholic Mass 


12:00–2:00 a.m. Fil m Series: Anchorman 

Barnum Hall 008

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 3 



• Carmichael will open at 7:15 a.m. 

• Dewick-MacPhie will open at 8:00 a.m. 



11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Lunch 


2:00–3:30 p.m. Torn Ticket II Presents: Musical of Musicals (The Musical!) 


4:00–5:30 p.m. Pen, Paint, and Pretzels Presents: Circle Mirror Transformation 


5:00–9:00 p.m. Dinner 


• Carmichael will be open until 8:00 p.m. 

• Dewick-MacPhie will be open until 9:00 p.m. 

7:00–8:00 p.m. Perspectives Program-Wide Meeting 


8:00–10:00 p.m. “O-Show” A Cappella Concert 


CLASSES BEGIN TUESDAY, SEPTE MBER 4. 

HAVE A GREAT SEMESTER! 

MONDAY 


GLOSSARY 


Academic Essentials 

Meet your Academic Dean who will discuss ideas to keep in mind as you plan your first semester 

program, including graduation requirements. You will hear about study abroad options, the Academic 

Resource Center, and the online registration process. 

Academic Integrity Workshop 

All entering students must attend one of the workshops offered. When does helping a friend with a 

homework assignment, lab project, or paper cross the line from collaborative learning to cheating? Join 

an interactive discussion, led by Tufts Writing Fellows, on the ethical dilemmas college students face 

and the strict standards of academic honesty in place at Tufts. If your appointment with your advisor is 

at the time your group is assigned to attend, meet with your advisor and attend a different session. 

Art Gallery 

The Tufts University Art Gallery is located in the Aidekman Arts Center at 40 Talbot Avenue. Please 

make sure you stop by for a visit during Orientation or once the year begins when they will have several 

events and exhibits. The Gallery hours are Tuesday through Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and 

Thursday from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Information can be found at artgallery.tufts.edu. The Art Gallery 

will be hosting an Open House First Year Breakfast on September 6, from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Please 

stop by for a visit. 

Bingo Night 

Come play Bingo in Dewick for a chance to win some Jumbo Swag! 

Catholic Chaplaincy at Tufts Welcome Barbecue 

Welcome incoming students to the Catholic Community and the Catholic Chaplaincy at Tufts! You are 

invited to join us for a barbecue at the Interfaith Center, 58 Winthrop Street. 

Celebration on the Hill and Candle-Lighting Ceremony 

This traditional ceremony marks the beginning of your Tufts career and will be repeated the night before 

your graduation. 

Comedy Club 

Enjoy a few laughs at this show featuring Traveling Treasure Trunk, Cheap Sox, HYPE!, Surprise Teeth!, 

and Major: Undecided. 

Dance Program Information and Stretch Session for All Levels 

Meet dance faculty members who will offer information about curricular dance and show a concert 

video clip. Wear loose clothing for a short stretch session for all levels. You will be able to check your 

dance level and to ask individual questions afterwards. 

Discover Davis 

Did you know the fun, local spot Davis Square is only minutes away from campus? Hop on a shuttle bus 

for a quick trip and “Discover Davis.” Great food, shopping, and entertainment only minutes away. 

Various businesses will be providing discounts for Tufts first-year students. Don’t forget your Tufts ID! 

Faculty Forums 

Attend presentations offered by some of Tufts’ outstanding faculty. Here is a chance to meet your future 

professors for an informal discussion on various topics they have chosen to present. 

Entrepreneurial Leadership Studies and Engineering Management Minor 

John Hodgman (ELS) and Mary Viola (EMM) 

During this forum you will hear from Professor of the Practice John Hodgman who will provide an 

overview of the Entrepreneurial Leadership Minor program, its requirements as well as other activities 

($100K Business Plan competition) offered to students. Two Tufts seniors will describe their experience 

in the entrepreneurial leadership program and how it has helped them successfully perform in recent 

internships. You will additionally gain an understanding of the Engineering Management Minor (EMM) 

program via Professor of the Practice and Program Director Mary Viola. Students who have participated 

in EMM courses will provide their insights and opinions on how the classes have better prepared them 

for the job market.

Constantine and Napoleon–The Individual and History 

David Proctor 

How important is the individual in history? Can one man or woman really change the world and alter 

the lives and futures of thousands or even millions? By examining the lives and achievements of 

Constantine I the Great and Napoleon we will seek to answer these questions and ask ourselves as 

well, whether it is the hero who makes history or history that makes the hero. 

Japanese Is Fun! 

Kiyomi Kagawa, German, Russian, and Asian Languages 

Experience an elementary Japanese class through hands-on activities. Students will learn information 

about classes, the Japan House, and the study abroad program. 

New Technology for Old Music 

David Locke, Music 

Web-based tools provide new methods of learning and teaching. Professor Locke will discuss his use of 

WIKI technology in his teaching and scholarship about dance-drumming of the Dagomba people of 

northern Ghana. Professor Locke will also provide information about the opportunities to study World 

Music at Tufts. 

Arabic Only: An Immersion Experience 

Rana Abdul-Aziz, German, Russian, and Asian Languages 

Discover the Arabic language through an immersion simulation and learn how studying the Arabic 

language and culture could put you in a strategic position in the future. 

Keys to Learning Chinese 

Jinyu Li and Xueping Zhong, German, Russian, and Asian Languages 

These two presentations will introduce some of the key issues that are often on the minds of people 

interested in learning Chinese language and culture. The discussions will be lively and informative. 

First Night Celebration and Dinner 

Come enjoy your first dinner with your classmates and Orientation Leaders. Sit back and enjoy the 

entertainment from some of Tufts’ most talented student organizations. 

Food Fair for New Students 

Your evening meal; don’t miss it! Taste what Tufts Dining Services has to offer across campus! Please 

bring your ID. In the event of rain, meals will be served in the dining halls. 

Fraternity and Sorority Life Information Session 

Have you thought about joining a Tufts Fraternity or Sorority? Come to this informative session 

presented by Su McGlone, the Director of Fraternity and Sorority Life, and many current members of 

several Fraternity and Sorority organizations on campus. All your questions will be answered on what 

life is like at Tufts as a member of the Fraternity and Sorority system. 

Get Green: Environmentalism at Tufts 

Join members of the Office of Sustainability for an interactive presentation about environmentalism at 

Tufts. We will be discussing how to be green while living in a dorm, sustainability resources on campus, 

opportunities for research and study, on-campus clubs, and all the things you need to know about Tufts 

culture of sustainability. Alumni and current students will be available to answer any questions you may 

have about eco-friendly habits, environmental studies, and other opportunities to get involved in 

environmental efforts on campus and around Boston. Help us make Brown & Blue green! 

“Guess the Straight Person” Game Show 

Join us for this fun and interactive program where audience members pose questions to a panel of Tufts 

queer and ally students, trying to determine which panelist identifies as “straight.” Brought to you by 

the Tufts Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) Center. 

Grab a Geek 

Tufts OnLine staffers will be available to assist first-year students with getting online and basic 

computer setup. “Grab a Geek” stations will be located in Houston, Hill, Haskell, and Tilton halls. If you 

are moving into a hall not listed here, please go to the nearest Grab a Geek station and an RCC 

(Residential Computing Consultant) will be sent to assist you. Tufts OnLine will open its walk-in help 

center in the Technology Service Center at 35 Lower Campus Road on September 4 for all students 

needing assistance. Regular office hours are Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. During 

those hours our staff can be reached at 627-627-4865 or via email to tolhelp@tufts.edu. 

GLOSSARY 


GLOSSARY 


Health and Wellness at Tufts: Beyond Your GPA 

This program, sponsored by Health & Wellness Services and in collaboration with student groups on 

campus, addresses the many new challenges and transitions for incoming students, offering an honest 

look at the first few weeks of school and presenting strategies and resources to help students. 

Ice Cream Social at the Balch Arena Theater 

Come and meet Drama faculty, staff, and students prior to the Orientation shows (produced by 3Ps and 

Torn Ticket II) in the Balch Arena Theater. All are welcome! 

Introducing the Departments and Programs 

Faculty members discuss their disciplines and answer questions about courses, majors, and programs. 

Plan to attend one panel each session. 

Javanese Gamelan Workshop 

Join ensemble director Barry Drummond to explore the art and music of the Javanese Gamelan. This 

workshop is open to any interested participant. 

Jumbo Idol 

Come see your 2016 Jumbos sing and compete for the title of Jumbo Idol! Contestants will be 

performing their talents in front of a panel of expert judges. 

“Jumbolicious”—The Campus Center Carnival 

Come to the Mayer Campus Center to enjoy free food and a carnival with a frisbee design station, a 

mechanical bull, and more! 

Language Placement Exams 

Students should take a Tufts examination to help determine exemption from all or part of the foreign 

language requirement and placement for continued study of language. These exams carry no credit. All 

exams (except Spanish, French, Chinese, German, and Japanese) are given at 8:30 a.m. and 9:45 a.m. so 

that students may take tests in two or more different languages. Please bring pencils and arrive early. 

Please note the separate instructions for Spanish, French, Chinese, German, and Japanese. Students 

may also determine placement in language courses based on SAT II, Advanced Placement, or 

International Baccalaureate scores, as applicable. 

Many Stories, One Community 

You have read enough about the college experience; now it’s time to hear firsthand what students have 

to say about how they’ve changed and grown while at Tufts. How do our social identities (race, gender, 

sexual orientation, religion, and socioeconomic class) impact our experiences, roles, and relationships in 

the Tufts community? 

Museum of Fine Arts Trip 

Take advantage of your free membership by visiting the Museum of Fine Arts’ exquisite collections. 

Tufts ID is required for free admission to the museum. Shuttles will depart at 10:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., 

12:00 p.m., and will make pick-ups at the MFA at 11:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., and 2:00 p.m. Shuttles leave 

from outside the Olin Center. 

Music at Tufts: Info Session 

The Music Department would like to invite any student interested in ensembles, private lessons, 

music classes, and other musical opportunities here at Tufts to attend the open house. There are 

representatives from all Tufts ensembles as well as many private instructors and information on 

classes and auditions. 

Orchestra at Tufts 

Join Director of Orchestral Activities, John Page, as he introduces the Tufts Symphony Orchestra and the 

opportunities available for instrumentalists interested in playing for the TSO. This workshop is open to 

any interested participant. 

“O-Show” A Cappella Concert 

Songs for every taste, combining the traditional and contemporary, presented by Tufts’ many a cappella 

groups: Anchord, the Amalgamates, Beelzebubs, Essence, Jackson Jills, S-Factor, Shir Appeal, and sQ!

Outdoor Barbecue, Movie, and Games with Prizes: Mean Girls 

This event, sponsored by SAGE (Students Acting for Gender Equality) and the Women’s Center, is open 

to all students regardless of gender. The barbecue and games will be from 7:00 to 8:45 p.m., followed by 

an outdoor screening of Mean Girls. 

Pen, Paint, and Pretzels (3Ps) Presents: Circle Mirror Transformation 

by Annie Baker; Directed by Ryan Willison, A’13 

Through Marty’s six-week-long theater class at a community center, we see her and her four students 

explore through theater games. However, these games eventually begin to mirror the group members’ 

individual lives, giving us a glimpse of their triumphs and tragedies and ultimately proving just how 

much theater is a reflection of life. 

Perspectives Program-Wide Meeting 

This meeting will provide an overview of the Perspectives program and give students a preview of the 

topic for the beginning of the semester—the movie industry. All students assigned to a Perspectives 

seminar are expected to attend. 

Protestant Chaplaincy and Student Brunch 

Come and enjoy a student-led brunch with friendly upperclassmen! Hosted by Tufts Protestant Student 

Association. All are welcome! 

Residence Hall Welcome Meetings 

Time to get to know your roommates, residence hall friends, and your Resident Assistants. Don’t miss 

this important meeting on living within your residential community. 

Sex Signals 

Blending a unique combination of improvisational comedy, education, and audience participation, “Sex 

Signals” provides a provocative, in-your-face look at issues surrounding dating, sex, and date rape on 

college campuses. Through the use of humor, the show explores how mixed messages, gender role 

stereotypes, and unrealistic fantasies contribute to misunderstandings between the sexes. Students are 

thus engaged in a candid discussion on dating and the realities of date rape as they are challenged to 

provide solutions that will better improve communications in interpersonal relationships. 

Singing at Tufts: Choruses and Opera Ensemble 

Join Director of Choral Activities, Jamie Kirsch, along with faculty and students as they introduce the 

Tufts Concert Choir, Chamber Singers, Gospel Choir, and Opera Ensemble and the opportunities for 

singers at Tufts. This workshop is open to any interested participant. 

Stand-up Comedy Show 

The Stand-up Comedy Collective (SUCC) was founded in 2009 and is the only group on campus that 

exclusively features stand-up comedy. Come see some of the best of the Tufts comedy scene at midnight 

in Hotung Café! 

Student Employment at Tufts 

Learn how to find a work study job, how to use the online job website, how to find paying community 

service and tutoring positions, and how to find non-work study jobs in the surrounding neighborhood. 

Students will have the opportunity to visit information tables from various departments on campus 

wishing to hire Tufts undergraduates. 

Student Government Information Session 

Come learn about running for student government! Joining the TCU Judiciary, TCU Senate, Committee 

for Student Life, or Programming Board/Class Council will give you an opportunity to help resolve 

conflicts among students, create budgets for student groups, make decisions about student life, and 

plan events for your class or the whole campus. (Candidates are required to adhere to the rules found at 

ecom.tufts.edu/documents. If you cannot attend the interest meeting, dates and times of make-up 

meetings can be found at ecom.tufts.edu/calendar. Please direct any questions to ecom@tufts.edu.) 

Surviving the Academic Grind . . . with a Little Help from Your Friends 

Get advice from the head tutors on doing well in your classes and taking advantage of the services 

available through the Academic Resource Center. 

GLOSSARY 


GLOSSARY 


Target Extravaganza! 

You’re invited to a Target after-hours shopping event for Tufts freshmen only on Sunday, September 2, 

from 9:30 to 11:30 p.m. The entire store will be closed to the general public with free transportation to 

Target, free food and giveaways, and the chance to win great prizes! 

Tisch Library Open House 

Win an iPad. Come to the Tisch Library open house and meet lots of helpful library staff who will 

introduce you to our amazing resources and facilities. Refreshments will be served. 

Torn Ticket II Presents: Musical of Musicals (The Musical!) 

by Joanne Bogart and Eric Rockwell; Directed by Michael Roubey, A’14; 

Musically Directed by Grace Oberhofer, A’15 

A hilarious satire of musical theater in which one plot becomes five entertaining musicals. The basic 

plot: June can’t pay her rent; will the leading man come to the rescue? See the drama play out in five 

different styles, ranging from Rodgers and Hammerstein to Stephen Sondheim. 

Transfer Student Lunch and Bowling 

Join your fellow incoming transfer students for an afternoon at Sacco’s Bowl Haven in Davis Square. 

Enjoy candlepin bowling, eat some delicious pizza from Flatbread Pizza Company, and get to know other 

transfer students. Meet at the Campus Center for a quick walk into Davis Square. More information will 

be given to you by your transfer orientation leaders. 

Transfer Student Welcome Reception 

Enjoy a welcoming reception for all new Transfer Students. Meet and mingle with your Orientation 

Leaders, Tufts Faculty and Staff, and your fellow Transfer Students. 

TSR Fitness Classes 

During the year, Tufts Student Resources (TSR) provides fitness classes taught by students. Classes 

range from Yoga to Zumba. Get a taste of what TSR Fitness has to offer with these free trial classes! 

TUPD Presents: Operation Awareness 

Presented by the Tufts University Department of Public Safety. Attendance is required for this program 

outlining the services provided by the Tufts Police, Tufts Fire Marshal, and Tufts Emergency Medical 

Services (TEMS). Required for all first-year and transfer students. 

Vendor Bazaar 

Come visit the Mayer Campus Center and purchase posters and other accessories to brighten your room. 

What University Professors Do 

A panel of faculty members will discuss their academic work outside of the classroom and take your 

questions about getting to know your professors to enrich your academic journey. 

World of Jumbo Traditions 

A brief presentation by Tufts graduates on the legends and lore of our beloved brown and blue. Hear 

about our famous alumni, learn about some of the fun past, present, and annual rites of passage, take a 

tour of significant campus tradition locations, and listen to Tufts in song! A great opportunity to meet 

Tufts alumni, hear about alumni-sponsored programs for students, and find out about ways to network 

with graduates. Event concludes with a Tufts University Alumni Association reception on the Library 

Roof for students (reception rain location: Barnum Hall 008 Atrium). 

COMMON READING – THE STORY OF STUFF 

All incoming students were welcomed to Tufts’ intellectual community this summer with a copy of The 

Story of Stuff. Many of you submitted your perspectives to the Common Reading essay contest over the 

summer, and now that you’re on campus, you will have additional opportunities to engage in 

conversations about The Story of Stuff, inside and outside of the classroom. 

For a calendar of related events, check out http://activecitizen.tufts.edu/students/commonbook/.

Interfaith 

Center 

WINTHROP STREET 

CHETWYND RD. 

Wilson House 

CURTIS STREET 

CURTIS AVE. 

Counseling and 

Mental Health 

Services 

51 Winthrop St. 

CAPEN STREET EXT. 

Wren Hall 

Carmichael 

Hall 

Blakeley Hall 

Fletcher Field 


PROFESSORS ROW 

Health Services 

FAIRMOUNT STREET 

Miller Hall 

ASEAN Center 

Cabot Center 

Houston Hall 

SAWYER AVENUE 

International 

Center 

Mugar Hall 

POWDER HOUSE BOULEVARD 

Olin Center 

BOSTON AVENUE 

Hill Hall 

PACKARD AVENUE 

Lane 

Hall 

PACKARD AVENUE 

Hillside 

Apartments 

Hallowell 

Hall 

Bendetson Hall 

West Hall 

Barnum Hall 

Gifford 

House 

President’s 

Lawn 

Ballou 

Hall 

PROFESSORS ROW 

TALBOT AVENUE 

Hodgdon Hall 

Lewis Hall 

Academic 

Quad 

Metcalf 

Hall 

Experimental 

College 

Tilton Hall 

Packard Hall 

Start 

House 

Dewick- 

MacPhie 

Bush Hall 

Goddard 

Chapel 

Haskell Hall 

LATIN WAY 

Parking 

Dowling Hall 

BOSTON AVENUE 

East Hall Braker Hall Lincoln 

Filene 

Hall 

Paige Hall 

Eaton Hall 

Tisch Library 

Mayer Campus Center 

Women’s 

Center 

Gantcher Family Sports 

and Convocation Center 

Steve Tisch Sports 

and Fitness Center 

Miner Hall 

TALBOT AVENUE 

Eliot 

Pearson 

Alumnae Lounge 

Pearson Hall Cohen 

Auditorium 

Jackson Gym 

Latin Way 

Dorm 

Richardson 

House 

Stratton 

Hall 

South Hall 

Dowling Hall 

Medford, MA 02155 

studentservices.tufts.edu/orientation 

Balch Arena 

Theater 

Cousens 

Athletic 

Complex 

Halligan Hall 

Lower Campus 

Garage 

COLLEGE AVENUE 

Sophia Gordon Hall 

COLLEG E AVENU E 

Parking 

Distler Hall, 

Granoff 

Music 

Center 

BOSTON AVENUE 

Aidekman 

Arts Center 

Baronian 

Fieldhouse 

J-Field 

Alumni 

Field 

Curtis Hall 

Anderson Hall 

Capen 

House 

Bolles 

House 

Robinson Hall 

Bromfield-Pearson 

COLLEGE AVENUE 

Ellis 

Oval 

Psychology 

Building 

Facilities 

DEARBORN ROAD 

To Davis Sq. 

Shuttle 

Service 

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