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YESHIVA UNIVERSITY SPRING 2017 ORIENTATION Yeshiva College Sy Syms School of Business WILF CAMPUS Follow us on twitter @yustudentlife

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YESHIVA UNIVERSITY SPRING 2017 ORIENTATION

Yeshiva CollegeSy Syms School of Business

WILF CAMPUS

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CHECK-IN

10 a.m.–noon Morgenstern Hall, Morg LoungeCheck into your dorm, get your ID photo taken, and schedule your appointment with an academic adviser. Meet with representatives from the Offices of: Housing, Security, Student Life, and Academic Advising.

TORAH STUDIES PLACEMENT

10 a.m.–noon, 1:30–3 p.m.Glueck Center, Room 632If you have not already been placed in a morning shiur/program, sign up for an appointment at http://bit.ly/Bechinot.

SHIUR

11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.Zysman Hall, Room 103Join us for a shiur given by Rabbi

Aharon Kahn on “The Interface Between Middos and Halacha.”

STUDENT WELCOME LUNCH

12:30 p.m.Furst Hall, Room 501Hear words of welcome from Rabbi Dr. Kenneth Brander, Vice President for University and Community Life. Enjoy lunch with Rabbi Josh Blass, Undergraduate Torah Studies Mashgiach, who will speak about how to make the most of your Yeshiva experience. Introduction by Rabbi Josh

Weisberg, Director of Student Life.

PARENT WELCOME LUNCH

12:30 p.m.Belfer Hall, 12th Floor, Sky CaféEnjoy lunch with Associate Dean of UTS Rabbi Yosef Kalinsky, Associate Dean of Yeshiva College Joanne Jacobson, and Sy Syms School of Business Associate Dean Dr. Avi Giloni.

MINCHA

1:30 p.m.Furst Hall, Room 301

SY SYMS SCHOOL OF BUSINESS CURRICULUM REVIEW

1:45–2:30 p.m.Belfer Hall, Room 207Meet with Academic Advisers to learn about the core curriculum for Wilf Campus undergraduate students, including course requirements, electives, and other options.

LASER TAG

2:45–4 p.m.Rubin Hall, Max Stern Athletic CenterJoin your fellow students for a fun game of laser tag.

OPEN BEIT MIDRASH

2:45–6 p.m.Glueck Beit Midrash

TAILGATE TIME

3–6 p.m.Rubin Hall, Rubin LoungeEnjoy snacks while watching the AFC Championship Game with new and returning students.

SHIUR

3-3:45 p.m.Zysman Hall, Room 103Join us for a shiur given by Rabbi

Elchanan Adler on “Of Plagues and Prayers: Reading Between the Lines of the Torah’s Description of the Makos.”

SY SYMS SCHOOL OF BUSINESS MATH PROFICIENCY EXAM

4–5:30 p.m.Furst Hall, Room 504Exam begins promptly at 4 p.m.

All Sy Syms students must take the math proficiency exam. Please bring only pens/pencils and a photo ID to the exam. Calculators are not permitted.

DINNER WITH THE STUDENT LIFE TEAM AND STUDENT LEADERS

6 p.m.Furst Hall, Room 501Join student leaders for dinner with the Office of Student Life.

DESSERT RECEPTION WITH TALMIDEI YESHIVAT BEIN HASEMESTERIM

7 p.m.Glueck Center, Room 308Come meet some older students of the Yeshiva while enjoying dessert.

CHABURA/CHAVRUTA WITH TALMIDEI YESHIVAT BEIN HASEMESTERIM

7:15 p.m.Glueck Beit MidrashJoin your peers in the Beit Midrash for Torah learning.

MAARIV

8 p.m.Morgenstern Hall, Beit Midrash

MEET YOUR RESIDENT ADVISOR AND FLOORMATES

8:15 p.m.Morgenstern Hall, Beit MidrashRelax after your first day on campus with Associate Director of University Housing and Residence Life Jonathan

Schwab, your RAs and new classmates. Enjoy games and snacks, and experience a taste of the camaraderie and support that dorm life at YU has to offer.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 22, 2017

ONGOING THROUGHOUT ORIENTATION

ORIENTATION INFORMATION STATIONMorgenstern Hall, Morg Lobby

A centrally located information station will offer comprehensive assistance regarding Orientation sessions, residential and religious life, academic advising and registration, student clubs, leadership opportunities and community resources. Student leaders will be on hand to answer any questions

you may have about life as a Yeshiva University student

OPEN BEIT MIDRASHThe Batei Midrash are the centerpiece of our campus and the life force of our Yeshiva.

Come learn in the Beit Midrash throughout Orientation. Make the Beit Midrash your home by stopping in frequently to learn with others or independently.

ACADEMIC ADVISING AND STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICESAcademic Advisers and Student Support Services professionals are available to meet with students to plan and discuss your Spring 2017 schedule and any other academic issues or questions you may have. We are here to help you succeed and encourage you to contact us to schedule individual appointments:

Yeshiva College: Email: [email protected]. Phone: 212.960.5276 Sy Syms School of Business: Email: [email protected]. Phone: 212.960.0845

WELCOME! We welcome you, our first-time Yeshiva University students, to your new home. Our community of faculty, staff and students are eager to provide you with the resources available to you at our vibrant university. This is your chance to learn your way around campus, meet fellow students and prepare for your classes that start on Tuesday. So settle in and get ready for an incredible experience at YU!

MONDAY, JANUARY 23, 2017

SHACHARIT

8:20 amFurst Hall, Room 301

BREAKFAST

9:05 a.m.Furst Hall, Room 501Enjoy breakfast with Rabbi Josh

Weisberg, Director of Student Life, and review relevant information about University policies regarding safety, security, drugs, alcohol, and harassment.

INTRODUCTION TO THE YESHIVA AND MEET YOUR MASHGIACH

10–11:15 a.m.Furst Hall, Room 301Introduction to the Yeshiva with Associate Dean of UTS Rabbi Yosef Kalinsky, followed by an opportunity to meet the mashigichim.

HEBREW PLACEMENT EXAM

11:15 a.m.–12:15 p.m.Furst Hall, Room 505Mandatory for students who

have not yet taken their Hebrew

Placement Exam

The Hebrew Placement Exam is mandatory for all incoming students and should be taken at this time if it has not yet been completed.

ACADEMIC RESOURCES AND CAMPUS LIFE FAIR

11:15 a.m.–12:15 p.m.Furst Hall, Room 535Walk through our dynamic fair and speak with faculty, staff, and students about the many University resources dedicated to your academic and personal success. Ask questions, receive valuable information, and connect with the YU campus community. Meet with representatives from: Academic Support, Athletics, Career Center, Counseling Center, Disability Services,

Library Services, Production Services, Student Life, and the Writing Center.

SHIUR

12:30–1:30 p.m.Furst Hall, Room 301Hear words of Torah from Rabbi Aharon Ciment, Mashgiach and Rebbe in the Stone Beit Midrash Program.

YESHIVA COLLEGE CURRICULUM REVIEW

12:30–1:30 p.m.Furst Hall, Room 207Meet with Academic Advisers to learn about the core curriculum for Wilf Campus undergraduate students, including course requirements, electives and other options.

LUNCH

1:30 p.m.Furst Hall, Room 501Enjoy lunch and an interactive learning experience with the Academic Support Services staff.

SPRING 2017

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TORAH STUDIES PLACEMENT

2:30–4 p.m.Glueck Center, Room 632If you have not already been placed in a morning shiur/program, sign up for an appointment at http://bit.ly/Bechinot.

INTERACTIVE JEOPARDY

2:30–3:30 p.m.Furst Hall, Room 501Join your fellow classmates in a fun and engaging game of Jeopardy led by Associate Director of University Housing and Residence Life Jonathan

Schwab, and Natan Bienstock,

Stanton Fellow, Office of Student Life.

MINCHA

3:30–3:45 p.m.Furst Hall, Room 301

YESHIVA COLLEGE AND SY SYMS SCHOOL OF BUSINESS ACADEMIC ADVISING AND REGISTRATION

3:45–5 p.m.Furst Hall, Room 202If you have not yet registered for classes, finalize your schedule for the upcoming semester with an academic adviser and meet with the Office of the Registrar to register for classes.

Choose two of the following

three workshops

LIBRARY INFORMATION SESSION

3:45–4:15 p.m., 4:20–4:50 p.m.Gottesman Library Room 310Familiarize yourself with the library collections and services at your disposal and meet with library staff who will guide you and help you succeed in your studies.

AN INSIDER’S GUIDE TO THE WILF CAMPUS

3:45–4:15p.m., 4:20–4:50p.m.Tours will leave from outside Glueck CenterJoin your Student Orientation Guide for an interactive walking tour of key departments and other nearby campus locations. Get answers to questions on the who, what, where, and when of student life on the Wilf campus.

INTRODUCTION TO THE CAREER CENTER

3:45–4:15 p.m., 4:20–4:50 p.m.Furst Hall, Room 413During this engaging workshop, you will learn how the Career Center can best help you with resumes, job applications, and more.

A STUDENT’S GUIDE TO SMART AND SAFE LIVING ON CAMPUS

5–6 p.m.Furst Hall, Room 501Get needed information about important dorm and campus safety and security policies and procedures from administrators from YU Safety and Security and University Housing and Residence Life. This session is mandatory for all students

DINNER AND HOW-TO @ YU

6 p.m.Furst Hall, Room 501Natan Bienstock, Stanton Fellow, Office of Student LifeA hands-on tutorial of the skills needed to successfully navigate student technology resources. Please bring your laptops, or any technology you would like to use.

DESSERT WITH THE MADRICHIM AND NIGHT SEDER REBBEIM

7:15–8 p.m.Glueck Center, Room 308

NIGHT SEDER

8 p.m.Glueck Beit Midrash

SHIUR PETICHA WITH RABBI DANIEL STEIN

9:15 p.m.Glueck Beit Midrash

MAARIV

10 p.m.Glueck Beit MidrashRubin Hall, Rubin ShulMorgenstern Hall, Beit Midrash

YU CARD AND YU CARD PLAN: Use your YU Card to purchase meals on campus or at one of the following nearby YU Card restaurants: Chop-Chop, Grandma’s, One Stop Kosher, and Lake Como Pizza. On the Beren Campus, you can use your YU Card at Eden Wok, Mendy’s, and Tiberias.

PLACEMENT EXAMS

HEBREW PLACEMENT EXAM

Monday, 11:15amFurst Hall, Room 505The Hebrew Placement Exam is mandatory for all incoming students and should be taken at this time if it has not yet been completed.

SY SYMS SCHOOL OF BUSINESS MATH PROFICIENCY EXAM

4–5:30 p.m.Furst Hall, Room 504Exam begins promptly at 4 p.m.

All Sy Syms students must take the math proficiency exam. Please bring only pens/pencils and a photo ID to the exam. Calculators are not permitted.

UPCOMING EVENT

WILF CLUB FAIR

Wednesday, February 1, 5:45—6:45 p.m. Heights Lounge

BE OUR GUESTS FOR SHABBAT

SOY IN-SHABBOSSHABBAT PARASHAT VAERA JANUARY 27–28, 2017

After an intense week full of Torah and secular learning, Shabbat offers a unique opportunity to relax with your peers, participate in exciting social programming and gain insight from roshei yeshiva and guest speakers.

This week, join Rabbi Mordechai Willig,

Rabbi Dani Rapp, our local rebbeim and hundreds of students for Shabbat, and experience the great food, insightful speakers and uplifting ruach that everyone talks about!

Sign up for your complimentary Shabbat ticket at bit.ly/YUShabbat.

Yeshiva College Academic Advising: 212.960.5276 Furst Hall, Room 101

Sy Syms School of Business Academic Advising 212.960.0845 Belfer Hall, Room 409B

Office of the Mashgichim: 917.623.4714 Glueck Center, Room 313

Office of the Registrar: 212.960.5274 Furst Hall, Room 121

Undergraduate Torah Studies Advising: 212.568.7094 Glueck Center, Room 632

Office of Safety and Security: 212.960.5200 521 W. 185th Street (next to Glueck Center)

Office of Student Life: 212.960.5411 Rubin Hall, Room 106

University Housing and Residence Life: 646.592.4215 Rubin Hall, Room 106

CONTACT INFORMATION

All offices are open Monday–Thursday, 9 a.m.–5:30 p.m., and Friday, 9 a.m.–2:30 p.m.

HEAD RESIDENT ADVISERS

Aryeh Korman: Muss Residence

David Rubinstein: Morgenstern Residence Hall

Matan Horenstein: Rubin Residence Hall

Yair Strachman: Rubin Residence Hall

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