Get ready to take flight and explore all that BraveNation has to offer at LA911±¬ÁÏÍøH! Before classes kick off, you'll have the chance to make new friends, meet faculty and staff, and explore the campus. All first-year students are required to join in the exciting LA911±¬ÁÏÍøH activities and events on Saturday: August 17, Sunday: August 18, and Monday: August 19. Don't miss out on this amazing start to your college adventure!
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Saturday, August 17
8 a.m.-3 p.m. New Student Move-In
Make sure you receive your LA911±¬ÁÏÍøH shirt and wear it to your LA911±¬ÁÏÍøH group meeting!
Pine/Oak/North Residence Halls 1-5 p.m. Braves Shuttle
The Braves Move-In Shopping Shuttle will shuttle students to Food Lion and Walmart for local shopping needs. Visit the Braves Shuttle website at uncp.edu/bravesshuttle for stop locations and more information.
Various Locations 3:30-4:30 p.m. Commuter and Early Arrival Student Check-In
Make sure you receive your LA911±¬ÁÏÍøH shirt and wear it to your LA911±¬ÁÏÍøH group meeting!
Student Center Mall 4:30-7 p.m. LA911±¬ÁÏÍøH Group Meetings and Dinner
Join us for an electrifying Small Group Meetup, where connections spark and friendships ignite! The location for your small group will be provided at move-in or the commuter student check-in.
Groups 1-15 (UC Annex)
Groups 16-20 (Chavis Student Center)
7-7:30 p.m. Brave Walk
Students, this is your first don’t-miss event! Join your fellow students as you
are officially welcomed to 911±¬ÁÏÍø Pembroke! Students will join Chancellor
Robin Gary Cummings as they cross over the bridge, symbolizing your
entrance into the 911±¬ÁÏÍøP community.Lowry Bell Tower 7:30 p.m. Black & Gold Kick Off
Make sure that you're wearing black and gold, and come ready to celebrate the start of your first semester of college!
Jones Center (Main Gym) 8:15-10:30 p.m. FLIGHT
Enjoy a night of fun, food and music as we celebrate your first night on campus as well as the rich culture of Pembroke and surrounding area.
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Sunday, August 18
1-6 p.m. Braves Shuttle
The Braves Move-In Shopping Shuttle will shuttle students to Food Lion and Walmart for local shopping needs. Visit the Braves Shuttle website at uncp.edu/bravesshuttle for stop locations and more information.
Various Locations 8 a.m.-10 p.m. Fitness Center Open Campbell Wellness Center 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Playfair
Join in on the ultimate icebreaker! Meet new friends and make connection that last a lifetime.
Jones Center (Main Gym) 5 p.m. Residence Life Meeting
Hosted by your friendly resident assistants (RA), this is a great time to learn important information about your new home, hang with your roomies, and get vital information about living well in the residence halls.
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Monday, August 19
8 a.m.-2 p.m. Drop-In Advising
Stop by the Center for Student Success where you can have a
conversation with an advisor about your schedule.DF Lowry 8:30 a.m. Academic Day Check-In GPAC 9 a.m. Challenge Accepted
Welcome to academic life at 911±¬ÁÏÍø Pembroke. We will discuss what it means to be a scholar while learning how to be a successful student.
GPAC 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Launch Your Student Success Journey
Reunite with your LA911±¬ÁÏÍøH group and learn skills to help you succeed in your first year at 911±¬ÁÏÍøP!
Various Locations 2:15-3 p.m. Major Meetings
Get the inside scoop for your major and meet your department chair and faculty.
Various Locations 3-3:30 p.m. Snack Break Various Locations 3:15-3:30 p.m. New Student Convocation Check-In GPAC 3:30 p.m. New Student Convocation
Convocation is your official welcome to the university. Join 911±¬ÁÏÍøP
chancellor, provost, deans, faculty and staff as we welcome you to your
new academic community.GPAC 5-7 p.m. LA911±¬ÁÏÍøH Dinner
Celebrate the start of the semester for food, music and friendship.
UC Annex & Student Center 7:30-10:30 p.m. Free Play in the Hawks Nest Hawks Nest 9-11 p.m. HAWKFest: Foam Drop Quad between Oak and Pine
Signature Events and Experiences
LA911±¬ÁÏÍøH is a collaborative and immersive experience co-sponsored by Enrollment Management, Student Affairs and Academic Affairs. For questions about LA911±¬ÁÏÍøH please contact New Student Programs at orientation@uncp.edu or 910.521.6243.
