Attention New Commuters
Commuter Orientation for all first time commuting students is Monday, August 18, 2008 at 5:00 pm in the Nix Student Center Bear Cave. During this time, commuters will fill out necessary paperwork to complete their student file, learn about school policies, go over the student handbook, receive their student ID and parking sticker and discover ways to make the most out of their college career by getting involved on campus.
Fall Welcome Week is a full week of fun activities that encourages students to get out of their room and meet new people who are sure to become friends for life. Within the Fall Welcome Week Schedule, there is healthy competition and good clean fun. Commuters are welcome to attend any of the Fall Welcome Week events. If you have any questions about Move-in Day, Orientation, or Fall Welcome Week, please contact the Student Services Office at 706-865-2134, ext. 136.
Attention Returning Commuters
Returning Commuter Check-in is Tuesday, August 19, 2008 at 5:00 pm in the Nix Student Center Bear Cave. During this time, commuters will fill out necessary paperwork to complete their student file, learn about school policies, go over the student handbook, receive their student ID and parking sticker and discover ways to make the most out of their college career by getting involved on campus. If you have any questions about Returning Commuter Check-in, please contact the Student Services Office at 706-865-2134, ext. 136.
Truett-McConnell College New Student Move-In Day
Saturday, August 16, 2008
10:00 am-2:00 pm
All New Students MUST Move In On This Day!
President’s Bar-B-Que
Date: Saturday, August 16, 2008
Time: 4:00 pm
Place: Front Lawn
Student meals are provided; extra meals may be purchased at $5.00 for children and $7.50 for adults.
Orientation
All new students will be placed with a group of 8-12 new students. Two student leaders will guide students through a series of sessions over 3 days so they may gain familiarity, build relationships, and learn the rules and regulations of Truett-McConnell College. Session topics include going over the Student Handbook, adjusting to a new living situation, campus activities and organizations, and strategies for academic success. Students are encouraged to ask questions during these sessions.
Many questions may come up between now and move-in day. We are here to assist you in any way possible. Many questions that come up before going off to college involve financial aid, housing, and when you can pay your tuition or other fees.
  • If you have any questions about financial aid, please call the Financial Aid Office at 706-865-2134 ext. 109.
  • If you have any questions about your housing assignment or the residence halls, please call the Student Services Office at 706-865-2134 ext. 136.
  • If you have any questions regarding your bill, or other fees, please call the Business Office at 706-865-2134 ext. 191.
Orientation and Fall Welcome Schedule Dorm Check List
TREATS AT TRUETT A SUCCESS
After a hiatus of a few years, a community event on Halloween night returned to Truett-McConnell College this year. Treats at Truett was sponsored by the college’s Student Services staff and promoted as a safe and fun alternative to traditional Halloween trick-or-treating. The family-oriented event drew more than 1,600 people to the campus.
The Student Services Staff under the leadership of Jonathan Morris, Andrew Gailey, Kate Bushey and Chris Davidson planned and carried out several events on the campus between the hours of 6:00 and 9:00 PM on October 31, including a marshmallow roast, a hand mime show, face painting, a fun house, hay rides and traditional Halloween treats available for children in several locations around the campus.
Students in all of the college’s residence halls participated in the event, assisted by volunteer groups from Helen First Baptist Church, Mount Yonah Baptist Church and The Bridge Church.
According to the Student Services staff, “We are already looking forward to another successful event next year.”
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The 2008-2009 school year is fast approaching, and many questions may be filling your mind. The following links will provide you with information regarding Move-in Day, Orientation, and Fall Welcome Week.

Move-in Day for first-time students is Saturday, August 16; check-in starts at 10:00 am and closes at 2:00 pm. Make sure you read the list of items you can and cannot bring, and cut out unnecessary items that will cause clutter in your home away from home.

Orientation is a two-day program for all first-time resident students to get acquainted with the campus. Each student will be placed in an Orientation Group at check-in. This group will be your family for your first two days at TMC.

Fall Welcome Week is a full week of fun activities that encourages students to get out of their room and meet new people who are sure to become friends for life. Within the Fall Welcome Week Schedule, there is healthy competition and good clean fun. If you have any questions about Move-in Day, Orientation, or Fall Welcome Week, please contact the Student Services Office at 706-865-2134, ext. 136.

Orientation and Fall Welcome Schedule Dorm Check List
The Spider Monkeys Champions of the Flag Football Season

The 2008 Truett-McConnell College flag football season came to an end with an unlikely team posing for the championship picture when it was all over.

The standings were close all season with the Cleveland Crazies staying just ahead of the rest of the teams for most of the season.  When the playoffs started, no one would have guessed that the team that finished the season in a tie for last place in the standings would make a miraculous run through the playoffs.

The Spider Monkeys, who finished the year in fifth place—out of five teams—started their run with a play-in game against the team known as the Jon K Revolution.  The Monkeys won this game to set up their showdown game with the heavily-favored number-one seeded Cleveland Crazies squad.

Led by team captain Casey Dixon, the Spider Monkeys fought through adversity and pulled off the upset against the defending champions from last year, sending the Monkeys to the championship game against the second-seeded Ducks.  The Ducks, led by the league-leading passer John Frketic, had secured their spot in the championship game with a hard-fought win over third-seeded Pizza Time.

In the championship game, the Spider Monkeys were again the underdog.  The atmosphere at the championship game was exciting with music blaring and banners raised.  Many students came out to support both teams.  Both teams fought hard and rose to the occasion.  The game came down to the wire, and the Spider Monkeys were able to shock the campus community by completing their run to the championship.  They defeated the Ducks 20-18 in a well-played game for both teams.

All five teams showed great attitudes on the field this season.  Before every game, the players and officials gathered at midfield and prayed together, asking God to keep their hearts and minds focused on Him.  It was gratifying to see students competing in a fun sport like flag football and showing glory to God in all they did on the field at the same time.
Back row, left to right: Jamie Shannon, Lacey Muse, Seth Stone and Kevin Daniel
Middle row, left to right: Casey Dixon (captain), David Akins, Blain Seagraves and Matt Koeler
Front row, left to right: Jake Page, Chris Graham and Chris Carlton

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