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Mind of a Tiger

Beginning college is an exciting time, but transitioning from high school to college can seem overwhelming. To help with that transition, Ouachita is offering a program to help you adjust to college life. The Mind of a Tiger program helps you know what resources are available to you to help both academically and socially. You will have the unique opportunity to meet faculty, receive assistance from tutors and resident assistants, gain knowledge about academic skills and experience various Ouachita activities. RSVP by July 21, 2021.


FAQs:
  • When do I arrive? You will move in to your dorm room on Sunday, August 15, 2021, between 3 and 5 p.m.
  • Am I eligible to attend? If you are a part of the Tiger Success program, you are invited to attend Mind of a Tiger. 
  • Is there a cost? It is a FREE event (including room and board).
  • Will meals be provided? Breakfast, lunch and dinner are provided every day.
  • Who do I contact if I have questions? For general questions, contact your admission counselor through text or email or by calling 870.245.5110. For academic questions, contact the Academic Success Center staff at [email protected] or 870.245.5381. For student activities questions, contact the Student Development staff at [email protected] or 870.245.5234.

Sunday, August 15   

  • 3:00-5:00 p.m. Residence Hall Move-In & Check-In,  Residence Halls
  • 5:30 p.m. Opening Dinner with the President, Walker Conference Center

Monday, August 16

  • 8:00 a.m. Breakfast, Ouachita Commons
  • 8:45 a.m. Check-in, Walker Conference Center 
  • 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Academic Sessions, Walker Conference Center
    Academic sessions in which you will learn tips and tricks for navigating this new college experience, make friends with other incoming students and have some fun along the way. 
  • 12:00-1:00 p.m. Lunch, Walker Conference Center 
  • 1:00-3:00 p.m. Apply What You've Learned, Walker Conference Center        
    Sessions in which you will learn and improve skills to help you succeed in college in both small and large groups. 
  • 3:00-5:00 p.m. Free Time
    Arkadelphia Aquatic Park Day Passes
  • 5:00 p.m. Dinner, Ouachita Commons
  • 6:30-8:30 p.m. Student Life Session: Clubs & Organizations, Alumni Room in Ouachita Commons
    Interested in participating in Tiger Tunes? Want to learn more about how to be a successful student-athlete? Not sure where to go when you're sick in college? This is the session for you. 
  • 9:00 p.m. ResLife Wrap-Up, Flippen-Perrin Hall, Francis Crawford Hall or O.C. Bailey Hall

Tuesday, August 17

  • 8:00 a.m. Breakfast, Ouachita Commons
  • 9:00 a.m. Morning Huddle, Walker Conference Center 
  • 9:15-11:30 a.m. Breakout Sessions, McClellan Hall         
  • 12:00-1:00 p.m. Lunch, Ouachita Commons
  • 1:00-3:00 p.m. Apply What You've Learned, Walker Conference Center
  • 3:00-5:00 p.m. Free Time
    Free time and fun at Dr. Eubanks' Lake House. Vans are available for those who need transportation. 
  • 5:00-6:00 p.m. Dinner at the Lake
  • 6:30-8:30 p.m. Student Life Session at the Lake
    Learn tips and tricks for managing your relationships, mental health and physical and nutritional health as you transition to a new phase of life in college.
  • 9:00 p.m. ResLife Wrap-Up, Flippen-Perrin Hall, Francis Crawford Hall or O.C. Bailey Hall

Wednesday, August 18

  • 8:00 a.m. Breakfast, Ouachita Commons
  • 8:45 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Academic Session, Young Auditorium
  • 12:00-1:00 p.m Lunch, Ouachita Commons
  • 1:00-3:00 p.m. Apply What You've Learned, Young Auditorium        
  • 3:00-5:00 p.m. Free Time
    Snowcones at Flag Plaza
  • 5:00-6:00 p.m. Dinner, Ouachita Commons
  • 6:30-8:30 Student Life Session      
    Not sure how to continue your spiritual growth in college or what service opportunities there are? Learn about the spiritual development resources at Ouachita, opportunities to attend Chapel and other campus worship events and how to volunteer through the Elrod Center. 
  • 9:00 p.m. ResLife Wrap-Up, Flippen-Perrin Hall, Francis Crawford Hall or O.C. Bailey Hall

 

Thursday, August 19           

  • 8:00 a.m. Breakfast, Ouachita Commons
  • 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Textbook Order/Pick-up (Optional), OBU Campus Store
  • 12:00-1:00 p.m. Lunch, Ouachita Commons
  • 1:00-3:00 p.m. Tiger Success Program I & II Orientation, Young Auditorium  
  • 4:00-5:00 p.m. Free Time
    Take this time to rest and recharge or set up your room – or enjoy one of the recreation options on campus: board games, basketball & sand volleyball are all available during this time. 
    Games will be available on the 2nd Floor of Evans Student Center.
  • 5:00-6:00 p.m. Dinner, Ouachita Commons
  • 6:30-8:30 p.m. Student Life Session, Alumni Room in Ouachita Commons
    This session will help equip you to grow in your newfound independence in college and how to be a better problem solver. 
  • 9:00 p.m. ResLife Wrap-Up, Flippen-Perrin Hall, Francis Crawford Hall or O.C. Bailey Hall

 

 

 

 

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