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lob Market of the Future iponsor: Career Center 1:00 PM-4:00 PM, BA 602B Students will learn how to use their 4+ years at Carolina to become marketable to a prospective ■mployer or graduate school. An emphasis will be >laced on forecasting the Job Market and skills nec issary for the 21st century. Reformed University Fellowship Tye Dye Party ' sponsor: Reformed University Fellowship (RUF) 1:00 PM-6:00 PM, Russell House Patio Some by and tye-dye your own shirt. You can bring i shirt or get a plain white shirt on site (at cost). Food, Fun, and Spirit Sponsor: Presbyterian Student Association 5:00 PM, Prebyterian Student Assocation - 1702 Greene Street Come to the Presbyterian Student Center for a reception welcoming all interested students. We'll have FREE food for you to munch on while you meet other students in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. Call 799-0212 for more information. Aerobics Sponsor: Campus Recreation 5:15 PM, Blatt P.E. Center A.A.A.S. Welcome Cookout Sponsor: AAAS 6:00 PM, Russell House Patio The Association of African-American Students extends a warm welcome to all Carolina students. Please join us as we celebrate the begin ning of a new year while enjoying food, fun, and fel lowship. Pre-360° Party Sponsor: Campus Ministries 6:00 PM Authentic Southern Pig Pickin' and BBQ Cookout and Volleyball with BSU Sponsor: Baptist Student Union 6:00 PM-8:00 PM, Baptist Student Center- 700 Pickens Street Join us for an afternoon of fun and recreation. Meet new friends. Call 799-3854 for more information. A View of the House Sponsor: Russell House University Union 7:00 PM-11 KM) PM, Russell House The Russell House University Union invites to all students to an open house. Featured attractions will be Laser Storm, a movie, caricature and balloon artists, tattoos, and a Coffee House. There will be plenty of door prizes and FREE food. Movie: “Stripes” Sponsor: Carolina Productions 8:00 PM, Russell House Theatre Wednesday, August 18 Put Yourself Through the PACES: Premedical Orientation Sponsor: Office of Pre-Professional Advising 9:00 AM-11:30 AM, Golden Spur First year students will learn about preparing for their major, becoming a competitive medical school applicant, and the services available in the Office of Pre-Professional Advising. Continental breakfast will be served. CP's Basic Maneuvers Sponsor: Carolina Productions 10:00 AM-3:00 PM, Greene Street Show off your strength as Carolina Productions' Basic Training Week continues with six inflatable events: bungee run, obstacle course, rock wall, boun cy boxing, velcro wall, and gladiator joust. Aerobics Sponsor: Campus Recreation 12:00 PM, Blatt PE. Center Graduate Student Orientation Sponsor: Graduate Student Association 12:00 PM-5:00 PM, Ballroom Whether you are new to the USC campus or a USC alumnus, the Graduate Student Orientation is designed to make the transition to Graduate School as gentle as possible. Come learn about life as a Graduate Student at USC and get your questions answered concerning financial aid, parking, comput er services, student health insurance, and more. We look forward to meeting you! The Right Way, The Wrong Way, The USC Way Sponsor: Alpha Lambda Delta and Student Orientation Leaders 1:30 PM-2:30 PM, Russell House 303 Successful leaders from ALD and Student Orientation Leaders will lead a discussion of potential pitfalls and helpful suggestions for your success living ofi/on campus, academics, social, plus determining your level of involvement at USC. Pool Party with the Presbyterian Student Association Sponsor: Presbyterian Student Association 2:00 PM, Presbyterian Student Center -1702 Greene Street Come cool down at a pool party with the Presbyterian Student Association. Meet at 1702 Greene Street. Call 799-0212 for more informa tion. "Happy Hour" with Campus Recreation Sponsor: Campus Recreation 3:00 PM-6:00 PM, PE Center Lobby Come in and take a look around at the fitness and recreational opportunities available to all USC stu dents. Building tours and weight room orientations will be given. Aerobics at 5:15 p.m. will be hosted by Alpha Kappa Alpha. Refreshments provided. AKAerobics Sponsor: Campus Recreation and Alpha Kappa Alpha 5:15 PM, Blatt RE. Center Aerobics Room PALM Welcome Sponsor: PALM Campus Ministry 5:30 PM-7:00 PM, 728 Pickens Street Join us for mixers, games, volleyball, and a cookout while you learn more about United Methodist and Lutheran Campus Ministries. ' Intergalactic Trivia Bowl Sponsor: International Programs for Students 7:00 PM-8:30 PM, Golden Spur Stack your wits and trivia knowledge against fellow students from all over the world! All students are invited to participate in a team-oriented Jeopardy type trivia game. Think you know a lot of worthless trivia? Prove it and win a prize. RHA's Aloha Beach Party Sponsor: Residence Hall Association 7:00 PM-9:30 PM,Greene Street Join RHA on the "Greene Street Beach" for a party with volleyball, limbo, and lots of other games. Inter Varsity Kick-off Meeting Sponsor: Inter Varsity Christian Fellowship 7:30 PM-9:30 PM, Russell House 303 Come learn more about Intervarsity Christian Fellowship's vision and purpose, make friends, sing new songs, and study scripture. Michael Anthony (Hypnomentalist) Sponsor: Carolina Productions 8:00 PM, Ballroom Get ready for the sensation of hypnomentalist Michael Anthony. Marvel as audience members fall "asleep" at a simple snap of the fingers. The pro gram includes hypnosis, magic, and mind reading. This is definitely a show you don't want to miss! Movie: “Stripes” Sponsor: Carolina Productions 8:00 PM, Russell House Theater Thursday, August 19 Merchants' Fair Sponsor: Student Life 10:00 AM-3:00 PM, Russell House Patio Merchant's Fair provides an opportunity for local merchants to introduce themselves to the Carolina Community. Dozens of merchants from the Columbia area will showcase their products and services. Come see what Columbia has to offer! Aerobics Sponsor: Campus Recreation 12:00 PM, Blatt P.E. Center Aerobics Sponsor: Campus Recreation 5:15 PM, Blatt P.E. Center Baptist Student Union Kick-off Sponsor: Baptist Student Union 7:00 PM, Baptist Student Center- 700 Pickens Street Come join the BSU for a weekly worship service and social. Call 799-3854 for more information. Welcome Week Workout Sponsor: Bodybuilding and Fitness Club 7:00 PM-8:30 PM, Downstairs Gym - Blatt P.E. Center Weight workouts are important in college to lower stress, stay in shape, and achieve your best academic