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As summer flies by, we are committed to giving you all the information you need to know before Move-in Day. Here is our latest Eagle Update with more critical information. Be sure to read thoroughly so you don't miss anything crucial!
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Here are the most important checklist to-do items for the next few weeks. For more information on these items, make sure you read this newsletter in its entirety and review the Welcome Website.
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What Else You Need To Know |
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- Academic Advising, Pre-Registration Programming, & Peer Advising Network (PAN): As an incentive to log in to the Oxford First Year Experience Canvas course, once students complete the Academics Modules, they are eligible to connect with the Advising Support Center in one of two ways: large course planning sessions and individual appointments.
- “Ready, Set, Register” Live Sessions Every Wednesday in July: Every Wednesday in the month of July, the Advising Support Center is hosting “Ready, Set, Register” sessions that cover the logistics of navigating course registration, including using resources like Course Atlas and OPUS, and providing some general recommendations to help you prepare for class registration (taking place August 5-7). A detailed schedule for these group sessions is posted in Canvas.
- Individual Appointments: If you have not met with your assigned ASC advisor, there is still time! Individual academic advising appointments are first-come, first-serve and available through Emory Navigate (see instructions below). We are limiting individual appointments to ONE per student, so that we can meet with as many first-year students as possible. Alternatively, students are always welcome to email questions to the ASC department directly at oxadvising@emory.edu or directly to their assigned advisors (you can communicate via EAB Navigate)
To use Navigate:
1. Access Emory Navigate via the website or download the app
2. Click “Schedule an Appointment Today!” near the top right
3. Select “Academic Advising>Oxford College First Year Advising Appointment”
4. Select your date/time with your assigned advisor
Please note, before you schedule an appointment:-
Make sure that you have thoroughly reviewed the material in the Academics Module
- Have one or two possible fall schedules ready for review
- Complete the Pre-Advising In-take Form (linked in Canvas!)
- Make sure to write down any questions you have so you don't forget
- Students are allowed to schedule ONE advising appointment for the summer, so be prepared!
- Peer Advising Network (PAN) Programs: Students can also attend programs hosted by the ASC’s Peer Advising Network (PAN) team. The Peer Advisors are rising sophomore students who want to help incoming students navigate their transition to Oxford College. To learn more about the PAN team's upcoming events, visit the “Advising Support Center Peer Advising Network (PAN)” page in Canvas. The PAN team is also promoting programs through the ASC’s Instagram and other social media platforms.
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- Vector Programs: Oxford College requires you to complete the Vector programs, AlcoholEdu & Sexual Assault Prevention. These online courses will help you develop the critical skills you need to make more thoughtful and educated choices during your time at Oxford and beyond. To complete these courses, look for a Vector invitation that will be sent to your email address on file on August 1. If you cannot find the invitation, log in here.
Note: This link is specific to Oxford College; please do not use an Emory College link to access Oxford courses.
Course Details and Deadlines
Part 1 Launch: Monday, August 4
Part 1 Due: Saturday, August 23
Part 2 Launch: Monday, October 6
Part 2 Due: Friday, October 17
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- Religious & Spiritual Life: Religious and Spiritual Life offers a range of services and opportunities for you at Oxford College. Led by Oxford's chaplain, Rev. Brent Huckaby, we have 8 religious and spiritual life groups for you to explore and join. Pastoral care and confidential counseling services are also available to all students. The staff coordinate several events throughout the year to build community, facilitate dialogue, and support students.
One of the signature programs of the year is the annual fall retreat. This year's retreat will be held September 19-20 at a camp close to Oxford College. The retreat is sponsored by Religious and Spiritual Life, but is open to everyone and is not religiously themed. It's a great chance to meet Oxford students, have fun, and get away for a night. Register for the retreat here. For questions about the retreat or any aspect of the Religious & Spiritual Life office, please contact us at oxorsl@emory.edu.
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- Welcome Webinars: Thanks to everyone who attended our second Welcome Webinar - "Your Oxford Arrival: Move-in & Orientation." You can find recordings of our past webinars here.
Our third and final Welcome Webinar for students, families & supporters will take place on Friday, August 8 from 12-1:15 pm ET. In this webinar, we’ll cover:
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Community Belonging
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Student organizations, campus involvement & community engagement
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Finding professional opportunities and career resources
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Weeks of Welcome
Register for our August 8 webinar here. |
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- Inside Oxford: As an entering Oxford student, you have access to Inside Oxford, an internal website for current students, faculty, and staff. Inside Oxford includes links to the college catalog, health and safety information, shuttle schedule, and most of the critical information you need to thrive at Oxford. To access Inside Oxford at any time, click the button found in the upper right hand corner of the Oxford College website, and enter your Emory NetID and password.
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- Last Call to Register for Orientation: All students are required to register and attend New Student Orientation. The deadline for all students to complete this form is July 28. Please complete this form to let us know how many family members and supporters will be joining you and to request a specific t-shirt size.
To access all orientation schedules and resources, download the Emory Welcome App, designed to give you all the information you need to navigate Oxford at your fingertips. To access, download the app "Emory Welcome" from your app store. Open the app and search "Oxford Orientation" and download the Oxford specific guide.
Questions about orientation? Email oxfordorientation@emory.edu.
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We are excited to welcome you to the class 2029! |
Should you need any assistance this summer, please refer to the welcome website for departmental contact information. |
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Oxford College Office of Enrollment Services
122 Few Circle, Oxford, GA 30054-1418
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