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Introduction

The Dean of Undergraduates invites you and your family to attend the New Families' Orientation on the first day of Orientation Week, Sunday, August 16, 2009.

An official welcome to Rice, followed by informal information sessions, will be held from 1-6:00 p.m. on Sunday. These special events will introduce you to life at Rice and answer questions you may have. Please take this opportunity to join us as a new member of the Rice community and to learn about your student's new environment. We look forward to seeing you!

For more information about New Families' Orientation, please click here:  2009 NFO Schedule. The following operations have extended their hours for your convenience:

  Saturday, August 15 Sunday, August 16
Student Center 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM 10:00 AM - 6:30 PM
13th Street(C-Store/Smoothie King) 11:00 AM-7 PM 12:00 PM-6:00 PM
Bookstore    10:00 AM - 2:00 PM  9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Coffeehouse  Closed 1:30PM-6:00 PM
Brochstein Pavilion 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Shuttle Service

Not Available  8:30 AM - 6:30 PM

While most buildings and rooms are wheelchair accessible, people having disability-related needs or requiring documents in alternative formats should contact Shelah Crear at screar@rice.edu. A two-week notice is appreciated.


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