RECHARGE IN 2008 Day Conference: Saturday, January 26
Now is the perfect time to get recharged, energized and motivated for a successful semester at Lehigh! How you decide to Recharge in 2008 is up to you. You have the opportunity to choose four sessions from a variety of session topics – they are short (50 minutes), fun, and get right to the point! Events will take place in Taylor Gym and Rauch Business Center. You will receive more detailed information after you register. Registration deadline is extended to Friday, January 25:
Tentative Schedule
11:45 – 12:15 p.m. Check-In (Taylor Gym)
12:15 Introduction & Overview
1:00-1:50 Session A
2:00-2:50 Session B
2:50-3:15 Break
3:20-4:10 Session C
4:20-5:10 Session D
5:15-6:00 Closing
That Was Not in the Notes!
Preparing for exams goes beyond just looking over the class notes. Learn specific and effective study strategies that will guarantee success…and maybe an A on your next 4 o’clock!
168
There are 168 hours in a week. Find balance by attending this session and figure out the best way to divide your time based on what is important to you.
I Hate You!
Okaaay, so this line might not be the best way to handle a problem that you’re having with someone. Attend this session and figure out how to successfully deal with conflict with a friend or foe.
Love Me…Love Me Not
Whether you’re just talking, hangin’ out, dating or whatever, there’s a right way to do it. Come to this session to find out how!
Health 101
Not eating right? Stressed out? Not getting enough exercise? Learn some strategies for getting your body and mind in sync for the new semester!
And You’re Going to Lehigh Because….?
So what are you getting your Lehigh degree for in the first place? It’s never too early to think about what you want to do post-graduation. Check out some steps that you can take today!
Just Do It!
Fight your laziness, attend this session and learn how to motivate yourself…NOW!
Sex: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
Learn the facts from fiction and we’ll go from there!
Are You an Introvert or Extrovert?
ESFJ and INTP aren’t just random letters stuck together, they are personality types! Find out what you are and how that information can help you in your personal and academic life.
Happenings in ‘08
A new semester means new opportunities to get involved. Get a heads-up on what’s going on and how you can be a part of it.
Which Way?!
You can’t know where you’re going if you don’t have a map. The beginning of the year (and semester) is the perfect time to set some personal goals and strategize a plan. Attend this session and start the process today!
REGISTER HERE
Faces of America
Wednesday, September 19 at 7pm in Packard Lab
This one person perforamance addresses the issues of race, gender, class and sexual orientation through the stories of nine "All American" characters. For more information, visit the Faces of America website.
College Life Tour
Looking for some quick answers to college issues? Well this is the place to get them! The College Life Tour (CLT) comes to you in your residence hall with great tips and advice for being successful in your first-year. These programs are designed to help your transition to college life and are all 30 minutes or less! So, grab a friend and attend any of the College Life Tour sessions...This is one tour you don’t want to miss!
How to Prepare for 4 O'clocks Tuesday, September 18
College tests are very different from the tests you took in high school. This session will help you prepare for your first set of exams which will set the stage for your semester.
Locations:
4:15pm in Dravo A Ground Lounge
5:00pm in Richards Lounge
5:45pm in M&M Lounge
6:30pm in Stevens Lounge (Lower Cents)
Registration Basics Tuesday, October 23
Learn the basic steps to registering for your Spring courses, including tips on provide a check-list of things you should do before its your time to register.
Locations:
4:15pm in Dravo A Ground Lounge
5:00pm in Richards Lounge
5:45pm in M&M Lounge
6:30pm in Stevens Lounge (Lower Cents)
Conflict Management Contact your Gryphon or the OFYE to schedule
Expressing your thoughts and opinions to someone else can be a very stressful process, especially if you are trying to discuss something that is upsetting you. This session is designed to help you confront anyone from a roommate to your professors, in a respectful manner.
Gambling: Just for Fun or An Addiction? Contact your Gryphon or the OFYE to schedule
With the popularity of on-line gambling and the rage of Poker shows, their has been an increase in college student gambling. Come discuss the risks of gambling as well as learn some interesting facts.
Healthy Lifestyle: Do you have one? Contact your Gryphon or the OFYE to schedule
Take our healthy lifestyle quiz and learn how to make healthy decisions in college. This program is fun and very interactive!
How to Maximize Your Time Contact your Gryphon or the OFYE to schedule
We all only get 24 hours in a day, but why is that some people seem to get more out of those hours? Come learn some tips to maximize your time, including ways to "study smart."
Managing Credit! Contact your Gryphon or the OFYE to schedule
As a first-year student you will most likely be bombarded with credit card applications. This program will teach credit and credit card basics. You cannot afford to miss this information!
Family 5K
Strap on your running shoes and join the rest of the first-year class for the Family 5K. This event is a fundraiser for the South Bethlehem Neighborhood Center and involves you and your family!!!! Held during Family Weekend, the event includes a 5K (3.1 miles) walk or run. All Lehigh students, faculty, staff and community members are welcome to participate! Click here for Registration Form and LU Waiver.
Lehigh is working to create a healthier and safer living and learning environment by reducing high-risk drinking and related consequences. We believe that high-risk drinking affects interpersonal, social, and residential life in many ways. As a new Lehigh student, you are expected to complete the AlcoholEdu program before you arrive on campus. AlcoholEdu is an online, science-based program that provides detailed information about alcohol and its effects on the body and mind. The goal of the course is to help you to make well-informed decisions about alcohol and to help you cope with the drinking behavior of your peers.
LU Reading Program
We are entering the 5th year of our LU Reading Program which was created to engage you in a shared intellectual experience in preparation for the academic rigor here at Lehigh – it also provides a perfect opportunity to interact with fellow students, faculty, and staff! The reading selection for 2007 is the Dalai Lama’s autobiography entitled Freedom
in Exile where he gives us the inside perspective of his life as the spiritual leader of Tibet. It promises to be an interesting read so we are looking forward to fruitful discussions this fall and throughout the academic year – enjoy your summer reading!
