Welcome Week
Welcome to Sinclair College — thank you for “Joining Us”!
Whether you are joining us for the first time or you are a returning student, we are confident that you are started on a solid foundation to your future. Our primary goal for this year’s Welcome Week is to foster a stronger sense of purpose and inclusion among students, faculty, and staff.
It is important for you to feel a sense of belonging and move forward with confidence knowing that you have the ability and support to do collegiate work. Over these two weeks, we will highlight a variety of activities that will showcase our many resources that can help you succeed. With that, we invite you to enjoy all of these special events. Please know that we look forward to seeing you in The Big Room soon.
Welcome Week August 25 - August 28
MONDAY
AUGUST 25
DAYTON CAMPUS
Welcome Stations
7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Multiple stations located across campus.
Come see us for free giveaways and Welcome Week information.
Fuel Up with WBL: Coffee, Convo and Career Connections
9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Bldg 11, 3rd floor, Rm 46
Kick off the Fall term with caffeine and good vibes! Stop by the Work-based Learning office/table during Welcome Week to meet the team, grab a cup of joe and learn how we help students connect with internships. All students, faculty, and staff are welcome!
Aloha! Sinclair!
1:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Bidg 10, Outside Welcome Center
Say hello to sunshine and good vibes as we welcome you to Sinclair for a tropical afternoon of fun! Meet and greet with the staff of the Tutoring & Learning Center and Student & Community Engagement. Enjoy tropical-flavored snow cones, get creative with sand art and suncatchers, grab a free lei, snap a pic at the selfie station, and enjoy music, candy, and games. It's the perfect way to kick off your Sinclair journey-Aloha style! *Free items while supplies last.
CENTERVILLE CAMPUS
Welcome Station & Free Coffee
7:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Front Desk/Welcome Desk
Come see us for free giveaways and Welcome Week information.
Pac-Man Challenge
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Recreation Room
Check out the new rec room and test your arcade skills in the classic game, Pac-Man!
Pop-on By & Find the Leader in You!
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Café
Grab a free bag of popcorn and a Leadership Assessment on the go!
MASON CAMPUS
Welcome Station
7:30 AM – 3:30 PM
CVA Lobby/CVB Lobby
Come see us for free giveaways and Welcome Week information.
Kickstart Your Day & Your Semester with Coffee, Cocoa, Cappuccino, and Snacks
8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
CVA Lobby
Safety on Campus: Meet & Greet with Piper!
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
CVA Lobby
Join Us and learn safe ways to have a successful semester. Be sure to let Piper give you plenty of puppy love in the process.
TUESDAY
AUGUST 26
DAYTON CAMPUS
Welcome Stations
7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Multiple stations located across campus.
Come see us for free giveaways and Welcome Week information.
"Brew and New!"
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Bldg 10, 1st Floor
Start your morning with free coffee and great conversation! Come meet your Career Crew and get introduced to our newest Coordinator of Career Development-here to help you plan, grow, and succeed. We've got two career experts on staff just for YOU- don't miss your chance to connect!
Campus Roots & Rising Leaders: A Pop-In Event for Civility, Success & Global Citizenship
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Bldg 11, 3rd Floor
Pop on by and explore what it means to lead with kindness, respect, and a global mindset-right here at Sinclair! Grab some free popcorn! Discover cool facts about Sinclair's history & multi-cultural resources. Play games that challenge your thinking. Leave with new insights, leadership tips, and knowledge worth sharing!
CENTERVILLE CAMPUS
Welcome Station & Free Coffee
7:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Front Desk/Welcome Desk
Come see us for free giveaways and Welcome Week information.
Foosball Challenge
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Recreation Room
Check out the new rec room and enjoy some friendly foosball competition.
Safety on Campus: Meet & Greet with Piper!
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Café
Join Us and learn safe ways to have a successful semester. Be sure to let Piper give you plenty of puppy love in the process.
MASON CAMPUS
Welcome Station
7:30 AM – 3:30 PM
CVA Lobby/CVB Lobby
Come see us for free giveaways and Welcome Week information.
Kickstart Your Day & Your Semester with Coffee, Cocoa, Cappuccino, and Snacks
8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
CVA Lobby
Mason Student Club Fair
10:30 AM – 1:30 PM
CVA Lobby
Come hang out with us, enjoy snacks and learn about student groups and campus involvement at the Mason Campus.
WEDNESDAY
AUGUST 27
DAYTON CAMPUS
Rise and Shine! Explore the Resiliency Center
8:30 AM – 10:30 AM
Bldg 10, 4th Floor, Rm 424
Free donuts? Free T-shirt? YES! the Resiliency Center, your one-stop hub for mental health, accessibility, and community support. Learn about the following resources and how they can support you while you are a student: Accessibility Services, Case Management, Counseling Services, LGBTQ+ Support, Ombudsman.
Sinclair Games!
11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Grassy Area Outside of Bldg 10
Get ready for some fun and friendly competition! Join Sinclair Student Government and student club members for a variety of games where you can show off your skills, challenge friends, and have a blast. Feeling thirsty from all the fun play? Then walk over and visit the Safety & Civility Table for a cold refreshing drink.
Safety & Civility on Campus: Meet & Greet with Piper!
11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Outside of Bldg 10 Welcome Center
Feeling Thirsty? Swing by the Safety & Civility on Campus table outside building 10 Welcome Center for a refreshing drink, a free bracelet, and a meet & greet with Piper, our beloved support pup! See you there! Interested in playing games? Be sure to walk over and join club members and other students at Sinclair Games!
Libpocalypse
2:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Bldg 7, Library
Step into a post-apocalyptic world where information is key to survival. Bring a team or challenge yourself to use the right research tools and search strategies to help your new civilization thrive. Do you have what it takes to survive the Libpocalypse?
CENTERVILLE CAMPUS
Welcome Station & Free Coffee
7:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Front Desk/Welcome Desk
Come see us for free giveaways and Welcome Week information.
Hoop Challenge
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Gymnasium
Like Basketball? Even if you aren't familiar with the sport, you can certainly join us for some fun hoop challenges! See you there!
Free Linkedin Headshots @ Centerville
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Café
Need a professional headshot for your Linkedin profile? Stop by and get a free picture made by Felicia, Coordinator of Career Development.
Shutter Lounge Photo Booth!
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Café
The fun continues with a new activity-a Sinclair branded photo booth. Get your Linkedin headshot then move over to the photo booth for a more "carefree" photo opp!
MASON CAMPUS
Speed Friending
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
CVB Community Room
Want to make a friend or two? Join Us for fun activities and get to know your fellow Sinclair Mason students. Food Provided.
THURSDAY
AUGUST 28
DAYTON CAMPUS
Tartan Lawn Party
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Outside Bldg 14
Join us for one of Sinclair's biggest outdoor events of the year! Free food tastings & prizes from BD's Mongolian Grill!, sweet treats, games, and good times! Popcorn, snow cones, cotton candy, ice cream & cold drinks! Caricature Artist & temporary tattoos, inflatable games & lawn activities! Music and chill vibes, meet student clubs and explore campus resources! Don't Miss It!
CENTERVILLE CAMPUS
Welcome Station & Free Coffee
7:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Front Desk/Welcome Desk
Come see us for free giveaways and Welcome Week information.
Tartan Lawn Party @ Centerville!
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Gymnasium
Kick off the semester right! Play fun games and grab a bite to eat.
MASON CAMPUS
Tartan Lawn Party @ Mason!
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
CVB Community Room
Enjoy pizza, beverages and fun activities with fellow students, staff, and faculty!
SELF-PACED ACTIVITIES
Dayton Campus
CAMPUS STORE GIVEAWAY!
Stop by and browse the Campus Store (Bldg 7, 1st Floor) for all your needs and wants. Before you checkout or leave, be sure to scan the QR code at one of the registers for a chance to win a Swag pack from the Campus Store! Two winners will be randomly selected at the end of Welcome Week.
FREE MOVIE STREAMING ON US!
Browse a wide selection of free movie selections to watch at your own leisure.
IN-DEMAND CAREER BOARDS
Check out the information on In-Demand careers that match certificates and degrees at Sinclair College. Boards will be located on all campuses.
STUDENT AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT SOCIAL MEDIA CHALLENGE
Follow us, like us, share us, WIN A PRIZE! Keep up on what’s happening on campus. Students engaging with us during Welcome Week will be entered into a drawing for a prize. The more you like/share, the more chances to win! @sinclairstudentsandcommunity
SINCLAIR TRIVIA
Test your Tartan Knowledge for a chance to win a Welcome Week prize!
Centerville Campus
PASSPORT CHALLENGE
Grab your passport at the service desk and start having fun!
SCAVENGER HUNT
Stop by the service desk in the main lobby to get started!
PUTT-PUTT
Putting stations will be set up around the building for leisure play.
FREE PLAY! BOARD GAMES, PUZZLES & CARD GAMES
Stop by the Student Lounge to hang out and play games.
FREE MOVIE STREAMING ON US!
Browse a wide selection of free movie selections to watch at your own leisure.
IN-DEMAND CAREER BOARDS
Check out the information on In-Demand careers that match certificates and degrees at Sinclair College. Boards will be located on all campuses.
STUDENT AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT SOCIAL MEDIA CHALLENGE
Follow us, like us, share us, WIN A PRIZE! Keep up on what’s happening on campus. Students engaging with us during Welcome Week will be entered into a drawing for a prize. The more you like/share, the more chances to win! @sinclairstudentsandcommunity
SINCLAIR TRIVIA
Test your Tartan Knowledge for a chance to win a Welcome Week prize!
Mason Campus
SCAVENGER HUNT
Stop by the service desk in CVA to get started!
FREE MOVIE STREAMING ON US!
Browse a wide selection of free movie selections to watch at your own leisure.
STUDENT AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT SOCIAL MEDIA CHALLENGE
Follow us, like us, share us, WIN A PRIZE! Keep up on what’s happening on campus. Students engaging with us during Welcome Week will be entered into a drawing for a prize. The more you like/share, the more chances to win! @sinclairstudentsandcommunity
IN-DEMAND CAREER BOARDS
Check out the information on In-Demand careers that match certificates and degrees at Sinclair College. Boards will be located on all campuses.
SINCLAIR TRIVIA
Test your Tartan Knowledge for a chance to win a Welcome Week prize!
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