Fall 2008

Freshman S.O.A.R and Take Flight Week

Freshmen entering Montevallo in the Fall Semester of 2008 have the opportunity for early registration through their participation in S.O.A.R (Student Orientation and Registration).  Occurring on Tuesday, July 15th and Wednesday, July 16th; S.O.A.R. allows incoming freshmen to meet with an academic advisor from their major area of study and register for fall semester classes well in advance of the beginning of the semester.   Students who participate in one of the two sessions will find a significantly larger selection of freshman year classes as opposed to the availability of classes for those who register during Take Flight Days.

Admitted freshmen are able to register on-line for one of the two S.O.A.R. dates.  Parents Orientation also occurs on these two dates, and offers a separate program for parents and family members of entering freshmen.  No separate reservation is needed to attend Parents Orientation.

Freshmen S.O.A.R. Schedule For The Day

July 15^th or July 16^th

 

9:30 – 10:30                 Check-In                                              Palmer Hall Lobby

10:30 -11:00                 Opening Session                                  Palmer Auditorium

11:00 – 12:00               Mentor Groups                                     Assigned Classroom

12:00 – 1:00                 Lunch                                                  Cafeteria

1:00 – 1:30                   Financial Aid & Business Affairs            Comer Hall Auditorium

1:30 – 2:00                   Registration Instructions                       Comer Hall Auditorium

2:00 – 2:15                   Break                                                   King Quad

2:15 – 4:00                   Advising Registration                            Assigned Locations

4:00 – 5:00                   Information Fair                                    King Quad

Register for Freshmen S.O.A.R.   July 15th Session Is Full! Spots Still Available For July 16th
 

S.O.A.R. Schedule for Parents

 

9:30 – 10:30              Check-In                                                         Palmer Hall Lobby

10:30 – 11:00            Opening Session                                             Palmer Auditorium

11:00 – 11:30            8 Rules for Parenting a                                     Davis Hall

11:30 – 12:00            Overview of Student Records Policy                   Davis Hall

12:00 –   1:00            Overview of Student Affairs                                Davis Hall

1:00 –   2:00              Lunch                                                             Anna Irvin Dining Hall

2:00 –   2:30              Overview of Financial Aid                                  Davis Hall

2:30 –   3:00              Successful College Parenting                           Davis Hall

3:00 –   5:00              Information Fair & Refreshments                       King Quad

 

Take Flight, occurring August 20th - 22nd, is the process by which new students are acclimated to campus, meet other freshmen, and are made aware of the many academic and social opportunities available to Montevallo students. Programming typically includes UM student-led information sessions giving student perspectives of all facets of campus life. A variety of content sessions are offered, ranging from how students can get involved in some of the many student organizations to the academic and social requirements for which students are held responsible. Student activities are planned for each evening of Orientation. Students who do not attend a S.O.A.R. session will register for their Fall Semester classes as part of Take Flight week.

For questions regarding S.O.A.R. or Take Flight, contact the Office of Admissions by calling (205) 665-6030 or via e-mail at: (orientation@montevallo.edu).