NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION

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ORIENTATION SCHEDULE

Orientation Day 1

blue = student green = combined student & guest yellow = guest

8:00 - 10:00 a.m.

10:30 - 11:00 a.m.

11:00 a.m. - Noon

Noon - 12:55 p.m.

1:00 - 1:30 p.m.

1:40 - 2:10 p.m.

2:20 - 2:50 p.m.

3:00 - 3:50 p.m.

4:00 - 4:50 p.m.

5:00 - 6:25 p.m.

6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

7:30 - 10:00 p.m.

Student and Guest Check-in (Alexander Field House)

Welcome to Maine Maritime Academy (Delano Auditorium)

Meet your group! (various locations)

Is it really time to say goodbye?(Delano Auditorium)

LUNCH (upper level, Alfond Student Center)

Meet & Greet Family Luncheon (upper level, Alfond Student Center)

Making the Transition (Delano Auditorium)

Breakout Session 1: (various locations, see details)

Breakout Session 2: (various locations, see details)

Emergency Action Plan(Delano Auditorium)

Student & Administrative Panel (Delano Auditorium)

Group Challenge (various locations)

Castine & Campus Tour/Waterfront Launch Tour

Live Well (Delano Auditorium)

Castine & Campus Tour/Waterfront Launch Tour

Get Acclimated (Delano Auditorium)

Dinner & Farewell(upper level, Alfond Student Center)

Student Panel (Delano Auditorium)

Orientation Block Party (Alexander Field House)

Time Session & Location

10:00 - 10:30 a.m. Break

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Orientation Day 2

7:00 - 8:25 a.m.

8:30 - 9:30 a.m.

9:30 - 9:45 a.m.

10:00 - 11:00 a.m.

11:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.

12:15 - 1:15 p.m.

1:30 - 2:30 p.m.

2:45 - 3:45 p.m.

4:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Breakfast (upper level, Alfond Student Center)

Respect the Anchor (Delano Auditorium)

Time Session & Location

Group Name:

Orientation Leader:

Meet Your Group (various locations, see details)

Breakout Session 1 (A-Pool, B-Bystander Training, C&D-IT)

Breakout Session 2 (C-Pool, D-Bystander Training, A&B-IT)

Lunch (upper level, Alfond Student Center)

Breakout Session 3 (B-Pool, A-Bystander Training, C&D-New Student Survey & E2Campus)

Breakout Session 4 (D-Pool, C-Bystander Training, A&B-New Student Survey & E2Campus)

Closing (Delano Auditorium)

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ORIENTATION DETAILS

Yellow - Family & Guest Sessions

Green - Combined Student/Family & Guest Sessions

Blue - Student Sessions

8:00-10:00 a.m. Student and Guest Check-in Alexander Field House Pick up your New Student Orientation packet, get your student ID made, and talk with various departments from around campus, head to the bookstore and move into your room!

10:00-10:30 a.m. Break

10:30-11:00 a.m. Welcome to Maine Maritime Academy Delano Auditorium Students and their family members will be welcomed to the academy by members of our student orientation staff and academy administration, and will hear an overview of the day’s events.

11:00 a.m.-Noon Meet your Group Depart from Delano Auditorium – All Student Groups Members of our student orientation staff will meet with you in small groups of students. You will get a chance to meet some of your classmates, go over the orientation schedule and find out what it’s all about!

Is It Really Time to Say Goodbye? Delano Auditorium This session offers advice on helping your students make a successful transition to college. Topics covered include tips on how to make those “difficult” conversations with your student go more smoothly, how to help your student make the transition from dependent at home to independent college student, and issues facing college students today. Even if you have older students in college, this is a session you don’t want to miss.

Noon-12:55 p.m. Student Lunch Upper level, Alfond Student Center – All Student Groups

Meet & Greet Family Luncheon Upper level, Alfond Student Center Join other families and guests, faculty and staff for a meal provided by Residential Life and Sodexo. This will be a chance to mix and mingle over lunch and get to know each other. Two tickets are provided free of charge in your folder. Any additional family members or guests will be able to pay $12.00 at the door.

1:00-1:30 p.m. Emergency Action Plan (EAP) Training Delano Auditorium Emergency Action Plan Training communicates the immediate actions to be taken by the occupants of Academy buildings during an emergency event. Emergency Events may include such incidents as: Fire, Medical, Active Shooter, Bomb Threat/Suspicious Package. At this training students will learn the plan, how to prepare and practice for an emergency event.

Orientation Day 1

Student Orientation Group Rain Locations Group 1: Waypoint Group 2: 1954 Lecture Hall Group 3: Alumni Lecture Hall Group 4: Harborview

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Orientation Day 1 - continued

1:00-1:30 p.m. Breakout Session 1 (choose one to attend) Respect the Anchor: How to Maximize the College Experience 1954 Lecture Hall Representatives from Student Services will speak about the policies and procedures in regards to Honor and Community Code of Conduct.

Student Wellness Dismukes 216 Representatives from Health Services, Counseling Services and Dining Services will speak about student mind and body wellness and how their offices can support them while at MMA.

The Regiment of Midshipmen Alumni Lecture Hall Join representatives from the Regiment of Midshipmen as they provide a brief overview of the Regiment and its training program. Time will be allowed for questions and answers.

1:40-2:10 p.m. Making the Transition Delano Auditorium – All Student Groups Transitioning from your “former life” into the college environment can be difficult. But with the assistance from the Student Services staff, anyone can make the grade. This session details the many demands of being a successful student here at Maine Maritime Academy.

Breakout Session 2 (choose one to attend) Respect the Anchor: How to Maximize the College Experience 1954 Lecture Hall Representatives from Student Services will speak about the policies and procedures in regards to Honor and Community Code of Conduct.

Student Wellness Dismukes 216 Representatives from Health Services, Counseling Services and Dining Services will speak about student mind and body wellness and how their offices can support them while at MMA.

The Regiment of Midshipmen Alumni Lecture Hall Join representatives from the Regiment of Midshipmen as they provide a brief overview of the Regiment and its training program. Time will be allowed for questions and answers.

2:20-2:50 p.m. Group Challenge Various campus locations – All Student Groups Participate in a challenge activity with your orientation group!

Student & Administrative Panel Delano Auditorium Families and Guests of new students will have the opportunity to ask general questions about MMA and academic programs and lifestyles of various current students and administrators.

ORIENTATION DETAILS

Orientation Day 1 - continued

3:00-3:50 p.m. Live Well Delano Auditorium - All Student Groups Representatives from Health Services, Counseling Services and Dining Services will speak about living well and taking care of yourself throughout your college education and beyond.

Tours Tours depart from the front of Curtis Hall. Castine & Campus Tour Join us for a tour of the MMA campus and Castine community!

Waterfront & Launch Tour Join us on a tour and learn what our Waterfront has to offer Academy students by way of student involvement and recreation.

4:00-4:50 p.m. Get Acclimated! Delano Auditorium Nervous about getting lost on the first day of classes? Don’t be! Your RAs will walk you around campus to help you get acclimated!

Tours Tours depart from the front of Curtis Hall. Castine & Campus Tour Join us for a tour of the MMA campus and Castine community!

Waterfront & Launch Tour Join us on a tour and learn what our Waterfront has to offer Academy students by way of student involvement and recreation.

5:00-6:25 p.m. Dinner & Farewell Upper Level, Alfond Student Center The time has come! Students, families & guests meet back up for dinner provided by Residential Life and Sodexo. Students, make sure to take time to say farewell to your family and guests as they depart campus, and you gear up for your evening session and Orientation Block Party! Two tickets are provided free of charge for your family and guests any additional members will be able to pay at the door for $12.00 per person.

6:30- 7:30 p.m. Student Panel Delano Auditorium - All Student Groups New students will have a chance to ask questions and get a current student perspective on any and all questions they may have about life as a Mariner.

7:30-10:00 p.m. Orientation Block Party Alexander Field House- All Student Groups Join us for a live band, obstacle course, soft pretzels, cotton candy and more!

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Orientation Day 2 7:00-8:25 a.m. Breakfast Upper Level, Alfond Student Center - All Student Groups Breakfast is offered in the Main Dining Hall and features hot and continental options.

8:30-9:30 a.m. Respect the Anchor Delano Auditorium – All Groups - Bring your Student Calendar & Handbook! Representatives from the Office of Policy and Institutional Equity and Student Services will speak about policies, programs, and services.

9:30-9:45 a.m. Meet your Group Various campus locations - All Groups Go over the schedule for the day with your Orientation Leader and group members.

10:00-11:00 a.m. Breakout Session 1 Various campus locations Pool Session 1 – Group A Cary W. Bok Pool – Bring your bathing suit & towel! To participate in our Annual Ship Jump, and to fulfill one of the first STCW requirements, all new students are required to take part in pool sessions.

Bystander Intervention Training – Group B Delano Auditorium Through this interactive presentation, learn how to be an Active Bystander in our community.

IT @ MMA – Groups C & D 1954 Lecture Hall– Bring your Laptop, Power Cord, & Ethernet Cable! Meet the Information Technology (IT) Department as they set up your computer for access to the MMA network, explain our computing policies & regulations, and help troubleshoot any problems.

11:15 a.m. -12:15 p.m. Breakout Session 2 Various campus locations Pool Session 2 – Group C Cary W. Bok Pool – Bring your bathing suit & towel! To participate in our Annual Ship Jump, and to fulfill one of the first STCW requirements, all new students are required to take part in pool sessions.

Bystander Intervention Training – Group D Delano Auditorium Through this interactive presentation, learn how to be an Active Bystander in our community.

IT @ MMA – Groups A & B 1954 Lecture Hall – Bring your Laptop, Power Cord, & Ethernet Cable! Meet the Information Technology (IT) Department as they set up your computer for access to the MMA network, explain our computing policies & regulations, and help troubleshoot any problems.

12:15-1:15 p.m. Lunch Upper Level, Alfond Student Center– All Student Groups

ORIENTATION DETAILS

Orientation Day 2 - continued

1:30- 2:30 p.m. Breakout Session 3 Various campus locations Pool Session 3 – Group B Cary W. Bok Pool – Bring your bathing suit & towel! To participate in our Annual Ship Jump, and to fulfill one of the first STCW requirements, all new students are required to take part in pool sessions.

Bystander Intervention Training – Group A Delano Auditorium Through this interactive presentation, learn how to be an Active Bystander in our community.

New Student Surveys and E2Campus – Groups C & D 1954 Lecture Hall – Bring your Laptop, Power Cord, & Ethernet Cable! Deidra Davis will walk you through a new student survey and assist you in signing up for E2Campus, our emergency communication system.

2:45- 3:45 p.m. Breakout Session 4 Various campus locations Pool Session 4 – Group D Cary W. Bok Pool – Bring your bathing suit & towel! To participate in our Annual Ship Jump, and to fulfill one of the first STCW requirements, all new students are required to take part in pool sessions.

Bystander Intervention Training – Group C Delano Auditorium Through this interactive presentation, learn how to be an Active Bystander in our community.

New Student Surveys and E2Campus – Groups A & B 1954 Lecture Hall – Bring your Laptop, Power Cord, & Ethernet Cable! Deidra Davis will walk you through a new student survey and assist you in signing up for E2Campus, our emergency communication system.

4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Closing Delano Auditorium – All Student Groups

ORIENTATION DETAILS

Events to NoteAcademic Orientation (MANDATORY) — Monday, August 31, 8:00 a.m.

Convocation (MANDATORY) — Monday, August 31, 2:00 p.m.

Welcome Week Events —Tuesday, September 1- Saturday, September 6

Last Day to Change Meal Plans or Add/Drop Classes — Friday, September 4, 4:00 p.m.

Community Involvement Fair — Monday, September 7, 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Campus Job Fair — Wednesday, September 9, 10:30 a.m. 1:00 p.m.

Homecoming Events — Friday, September 18 - Sunday, September 20

Regimental Induction Weekend — Friday, October 9 - Sunday, October 11 (No classes Monday, October 12)

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HOMECOMINGFRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18 - SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 20

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DIRECTORY OF TERMS & SERVICES

MMA Terms Part of getting to know MMA is getting to know our abbreviations & acronyms!

Cover = HatMess Deck = Main Dining RoomMTO = Midshipmen Training Officer (an undergraduate student who guides new Regimental students through their transition)MUG = Midshipmen Under Guidance (a new student to the Regiment who has completed RPT, but has not yet taken the Regimental Oath)NonReg = Independent Student (a student not participating in the Regiment of Midshipmen)NonTrad = Non-Traditional StudentOL = Orientation Leader (an undergraduate student who helps guide and assist new students during New Student Orientation)Quarterdeck = Main Point of Entry

RA = Resident Assistant (an undergraduate student who lives in Curtis, helps students adjust to campus life, and supports students with personal and academic issues)Rate = A midshipmen who holds a position within the chain of commandReg = Regimental Student (a student participating in the Regiment of Midshipmen)RPT = Regimental Preparatory TrainingSickbay = Health ServicesTSSOM = Training Ship State of Maine Waypoint = Waypoint Snack Bar (the dining and social recreation area on the bottom floor of the Alfond Student Center)Wedge = Regimental rates that lead the Regiment of Midshipmen

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ACADEMY BOOKSTORE207-326-2430 / 207-326-9333Curtis Hall (basement) Weekdays: 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

BUSINESS OFFICE207-326-0143 / 207-326-22432nd Floor Leavitt HallWeekdays: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. CENTER FOR STUDENT SUCCESS207-326-2489 / 207-326-2511Buoy House, 54 Pleasant StreetWeekdays: 8:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. walk-ins welcome, 24 Hour Study Room

COUNSELOR, PAUL FERREIRA207-326-2419Curtis Hall (1st floor) Weekdays: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

CURTIS HALL FRONT DESK 207-326-2137M - Fri: 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 a.m. Sat - Sun: 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 a.m.

FINANCIAL AID207-326-2339 / 207-326-22051st Floor Leavitt Hall Weekdays: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (IT) 207-326-224024/7: HelpDesk@mma.eduB-3 Leavitt Hall (basement)Weekdays: 8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.

NUTTING MEMORIAL LIBRARY207-326-2263M - Th: 7:30 a.m. - 11:00 p.m. F: 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. S: 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Su: 12:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.

OFFICE OF THE REGISTRAR207-326-2426/2441118 Dismukes HallWeekdays: 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

STUDENT HEALTH SERVICES207-326-2295Curtis Hall (1st floor)Weekdays: 7:15 a.m. - 3:45 p.m.

MMA Services - Fall Hours

Main C

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ukes Hall: Office of the Registrar, Kennaday Planetarium

, faculty offices, classroom

s, science laboratories, and OSG Tanker Sim

ulator

2. Delano Auditorium

3. Leavitt Hall: Offices of Inform

ation Technology, College Relations, Developm

ent, President, Academ

ic Dean, Human

Resources, Research Director, Purchasing, and Business; Delano Auditorium

, Alumni

Lecture Hall, Cianchette Room, Raym

ond G. Spruce Lounge, Conference Room

, faculty offices, guest room

s, and visitor parking

4. W

yman House: Offices of Alum

ni Affairs and Continuing Education

5. Abbott House: President’s Residence

6. Platz Hall: Nutting M

emorial Library

7. Captain Quick Alum

ni Hall: Cooperative Education, Career Services, Graduate Sem

inar Room, and faculty offices

8. The Harold Alfond Student Center: Offices

of Dining Services and Conferences; dining facilities, student postal center, W

aypoint Snack Bar, graduate and undergraduate classroom

s, Holmes Alum

ni Heritage Room

(conference room), W. Keith Davis Classroom

, and 1954 Lecture Hall

9. Pilot House: Loeb-Sullivan School

of International Business and Logistics graduate study area, faculty offices, and adm

inistration

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. The Comm

ons: Residential complex

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. Robert S. Walker Adm

issions & Financial Aid Center: Offices of Adm

issions and Financial Aid

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. Windlass House: Cam

pus Safety and faculty offices

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. ABS Center for Engineering, Science, and Research

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. Center for Student Success/Buoy House: Office of Accessibility Services, W

riting Center, Testing Center, Honors Program

, Henry A. Scheel Room

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. Curtis Residence Hall: Offices of Com

mandant, Residential Life, Student

Health Services, Student Government and

Student Life; campus bookstore, residential

complex, student lounge and recreation area

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. Campus Bookstore

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. Public Works/Central Receiving: office

of Facilities

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. Oakey Logan Alexander Physical Education Center: Cary W. Bok Swim

ming

Gymnasium

, Athletics offices, locker rooms,

pool, racquetball and handball courts, weight and exercise room

s, Alexander Field House with clim

bing wall, and basketball, tennis, and volleyball courts

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. Margaret Chase Sm

ith Building: Gym

nasium, Athletics offices, and locker

rooms

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. Bath Iron Works Center for Advanced

Technology: Engineering and marine

transportation simulators, electrical power

lab, and Humanities Lecture Hall

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. U.S. Navy ROTC

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. Ritchie Field: All-weather in-filled synthetic turf field, press box, and bleachers

Waterfront C

ampus

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. Andrews Hall: Marine science

wet lab, engineering project labs, classroom

,and faculty offices

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. Rodgers Hall: Classrooms,

machine shop, engineering

laboratories, and ocean studies classroom

s and laboratories

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. Payson Hall: Classrooms,

engineering laboratories, and boat repair and m

aintenance facilities

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. Dirigo House: Faculty offices

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. Training Ship State of Maine

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. Tug Pentagoet

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. Schooner Bowdoin

Castine, M

aine 04420800-464-6565

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