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tional dancing and food. Monday, August 21 First Year Reading Experience Sponsor: Office of the Provost1 University 101 8:30 AM, Russell House Ballroom Michael Shaara’s The Killer Angels Freshman Rides to Walmart Sponsor: Alpha Kappa Alpha 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM, Meet at the Russell House Rides to WalMart will be given to stu dents to pick-up residence hall necces sites! * Vans will leave from the Russell House at 12:00 PM, 2:00 PM, and 4:00 i r ivi. South Carolina Honors College Freshmen Convocation Sponsor: South Carolina Honors College 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM, Rutledge Chapel South Carolina Honors College Freshmen Convocation is the welcoming assembly for its incoming students. A reception will follow at the Top of Carolina in the Capstone Building. All Honors College Freshman are reminded that attendance is manditory. Ultimate Frisbee with PSA at Maxcy Gregg Park Sponsor: Presbyterian Student Association 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM, Meet in front of the Russell House Play a game of Ultimate Frisbee as you meet new people. The Best Way to Buy Your Books Sponsor: Reformed University Fellowship 3:00 PM, Meet in front of McKissick Mucoum Confused and intimidated by the book buying experience? RUF Upper-classmen lead this book buying trip. All are welcome to come along for the ride. Meet new people and get the help you want! Minority Student Welcome Sponsor: Multicultural Student Affairs 4:00 PM, RH Theater The Office of MSA extends an official welcome to all incoming students of color. This program is your opportunity to learn more about the minority based organizations on campus as well as to meet your peer counselor in the MAP program. Sorority Recruitment Meeting Sponsor: Greek Life 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM, RH Ballroom Rushees are assigned to small groups and meet their rush counselors. Out of Staters Dinner at PSA Sponsor: Presbyterian Student Association 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM, Presbyterian Student Center, 1702 Greene St. Come enjoy a good meal at PSA and meet others in the same boat as you. InterVarsity Picnic Sponsor: InterVarsity Christian Fellowship 6:30 PM ■ 9:00 PM, Davis Field A gathering with food and fun activities. Come meet some friendly people and fellowship while learning about InterVarsity. Soul Cafe Sponsor: Lutheran/ United Methodist Campus Ministry (PALM) 8:00 PM -10:00, PALM Center, 728 Pickens St. Chill out with live music, munchies, cold drinks and new friends. Tuesday. August 22 Scavenger Hunt Sponsor: Visitor Center 10:30 AM-11:30 AM, Meet at McKissick Museum Enjoy an interactive way to learn some of the history of USC. Tie Dye Party: Dye Tour Own T-Shirt Sponsor: Reformed University Fellowship 10:30 AM-2:30 PM, RH Patio Come by and dye your own T-shirt! Either bring one or buy one at the table. Tie-dying experts will be on hand to help you. Cool Off Carolina Sponsor: Carolina Alumni Association 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM, Greene Street (in front of the RHUU) Come cool off under the water tent and enjoy FREE ice cream and a LIVE broadcast with WNOK. How Can I Find a Job? Sponsor: Career Center 3:00 PM ■ 4:00 PM, BA Building Rm. 602 Join the staff of the Career Center for a workshop to help students find part time jobs both on and off campus. The World Is Your Campus: Study Abroad With USC Sponsor: International Programs for Students 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM, RH 203 Find out how you can study around the world and earn credit toward your USC degree without breaking the bank. Recent participants will answer ques tions and share their experiences. Volleyball and Pizza Sponsor: Baptist Student Union 4:30 PM ■ 6:30 PM, Blatt Center PE Center Social and recreational event for new and returning students. AKA Boxing Sponsor: Alpha Kappa Alpha and Campus Recreation 5:00 PM, Blatt PE Center Come work out with the ladies of AKA in a Kick Boxing Class. Open House at PSA Sponsor: Presbyterian Student Association 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM, Presbyterian Student Center, 1702 Greene St. Drop in and see what PSA is all about! AAAS Cookout Sponsor: AAAS 6:00 PM-10:00 PM, RH Patio The Association of African-American students extends a warm welcome to all Carolina students. Please join us as we celebrate the beginning of a new year while enjoying food, fun, and fellowship. Aloha Carolina Sponsor: Residence Hall Association 7:00 PM -10:00 PM, Greene Street (in front of the RHUU) Sand volleyball and beach theme to welcome students to Carolina. Theme will include leis, sprinklers, and lots of food & fun. The Art of Kissing Sponsor: Carolina Productions 8:00 PM, RH Ballroom What better way to kick off Carolina Welcome, than with a lips-on demon stration of the Electric Kiss? Test out the suction power of the Vacuum Kiss and witness, first hand, many, many more. See and take part in a demon stration on how to become a better kisser. Movie: Scream 3 Sponsor: Carolina Productions 10:00, RH Theater Join CP for this thriller during "Nite at the RHUU" Nite at the RHUU Sponsor: Russell House University Union 9:00 PM -12:00 AM, Russell House Lobby Come hang out at the Russell House and enjoy games, snacks, and more. Make sure you get your picture taken in the “Big Chair.” Wednesday, August 23 Put Yourself through the PACES: Pre-medical Orientation Sponsor: Office of Pre-Professional Advising 9:00 AM -11:00 AM, Hh iZZJiZb First Year Pre-medical Student Orientation. Students will learn-about becoming a successful student and competitive medical school applicant; the Medical Humanities minor; and the services available in the Office of Pre-Professional Advising Campus Recreation Day Sponsor: Campus Recreation 10:00 - 2:00 PM, Davis Field (RHUU) Rain Location: Blatt PE Center Learn about all that Campus Recreation has to offer - Campus recre ation programs, outdoor programs, fitness demonstrations, mini-intramural events and more. Drop-In Center Preview Sponsor: Health & Wellness Programs/ Drop-In Center 12:00 - 5:00 PM, Drop-In Center, basement of Thomson Student Health Center Health and Wellness Programs invites you to check out the services they offer USC students. The Right Way, The Wrong Way,