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Vanderbilt Owen Orientation

At Orientation, we come together as a community to begin the Owen experience. This is an opportunity to learn more about resources available, the student experience, and to prepare for success during your time at Vanderbilt. All incoming students are required to participate in Orientation.

Students smiling and enjoying Orientation at Owen

Orientation Details

Please familiarize yourself with the schedule and event locations below. We recommend downloading the Vanderbilt app for mobile access to the Campus Map to explore Vanderbilt.

Orientation Schedules by Program

Check out the flow of orientation events for each program. All schedules are subject to change.

  • Full-Time MBA

    Monday, August 17

    TimeSessionPresenterLocation
    8-8:45 a.m.Check-in and BreakfastOwen Lobby
    8:45-9:15 a.m.Welcome Session Tom Steenburgh, Dean of Owen Graduate School of ManagementGreat Room
    9:15-10 a.m. OSGA Welcome / A Day in the Life at OwenOSGAGreat Room
    10 a.m.-12 p.m.Second City WorkshopSecond City FacilitatorsGreat Room
    12-1 p.m.Lunch

    IT Helpdesk Available (optional, drop-in)
    Owen Lobby
    1-2 p.m.How to Succeed in the Classroom - Faculty PanelMBA FacultyGreat Room
    2-2:30 p.m.Student Life, Plugging in at OwenASA Student Life TeamGreat Room
    2:30-2:45 p.m.Break
    2:45-3:00 p.m.Meet the MarComm TeamMaria Misbach & MarComm TeamGreat Room
    3-3:30 p.m.Library ResourcesLibrary StaffGreat Room
    3:30-4 p.m.Class Photo (Professional dress is recommended)Owen Steps
    4-5:30 p.m.Headshots (Last Name: A-M) (Professional dress is recommended)Walker Management Library
    4-6 p.m.Community FairOwen Lobby

    Tuesday, August 18

    TimeSessionPresenterLocation
    8:15-9 a.m.Check-in and BreakfastOwen Lobby
    9-10 a.m.Owen ValuesTom Steenburgh, Dean of Owen Graduate School of ManagementGreat Room
    10-10:45 a.m. Leadership Development ProgramLDP Staff Great Room
    10:45-11 a.m.Break
    11 a.m.-12 p.m.Title IX, Project Safe, Student Care NetworkTitle IX, Project Safe, SCNGreat Room
    12-1 p.m. Lunch

    IT Helpdesk Available (optional, drop-in)
    Owen Lobby
    1-2:30 p.m.Aperian GlobeSmartDr. Jason D. Patent, Senior ConsultantGreat Room
    2:30-2:45 p.m.Break
    2:45-3:45 p.m.Academic Essentials & Honor CouncilAcademic Affairs Team (ASA)Great Room
    3:45-4:30 p.m.Career Management Center - Shape Your Career With Confidence CMC StaffGreat Room
    4:30-6:00 p.m.Headshots (Last Name: N-Z) (Professional dress is recommended)Walker Management Library

    Wednesday, August 19

    TimeSessionPresenterLocation
    8:15-8:45 a.m.Registration and CoffeeOwen Lobby
    9-10:30 a.m.Quant Camp LectureRita SowellFurman Hall 114
    10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Quant Camp Group WorkRita SowellOwen Lobby
    12-12:45 p.m.Quant Camp LunchRita SowellOwen Lobby
    1-2:30 p.m.Quant Camp LectureRita SowellFurman Hall 114
    2:30-4 p.m.Quant Camp Group WorkRita SowellOwen Lobby

    Thursday, August 20

    TimeSessionPresenterLocation
    8:15-8:45 a.m.Registration and CoffeeOwen Lobby
    9-10:30 a.m.Quant Camp LectureRita SowellFurman Hall 114
    10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Quant Camp Group WorkRita SowellOwen Lobby
    12-12:45 p.m.Quant Camp LunchRita SowellOwen Lobby
    1-2:30 p.m.Quant Camp LectureRita SowellFurman Hall 114
    2:30-4 p.m.Quant Camp Group WorkRita SowellOwen Lobby

    Friday, August 21

    TimeSessionPresenterLocation
    4-6 p.m.Orientation Closing BellVanderbilt Football Stadium

     

  • MS Finance

    Monday, August 10

    TimeSessionPresenterLocation
    8:45-9:45 a.m.Check-in & BreakfastOwen Lobby
    10-11 a.m.A Day in the Life at Owen / OSGA WelcomeOSGA & MSF AlumniGreat Room
    11 a.m.-12 p.m.Faculty Panel - How to Succeed in the ClassroomMSF Faculty MembersGreat Room
    12-1 p.m.LunchOwen Lobby
    1-2:30 p.m.Aperian GlobeSmartDr. Jason D. Patent, Senior ConsultantWilson Hall
    2:30-3:45 p.m.Owen ValuesTom Steenburgh, Ralph Owen Dean and Professor of MarketingWilson Hall
    3:45-4:30 p.m.Student Life - Plugging In at OwenASA Student Life TeamWilson Hall
    4:30-5:30 p.m.Title IX, Project Safe, Student Care NetworkTitle IX, Project Safe, SCNWilson Hall
    5:30-6:30 p.m.Specialized Master's ReceptionOwen Lobby & Great Room

    Tuesday, August 11

    TimeSessionPresenterLocation
    8:30-9 a.m.Breakfast on the GoOwen Lobby
    8:45-9:30 a.m.Library ResourcesLibrary StaffGreat Room
    9:30-10:15 a.m.Career Management Center - Shape Your Career with ConfidenceCMC StaffGreat Room
    10:15-11 a.m.Leadership Development ProgramLDP StaffGreat Room
    11-11:15 a.m.Meet the MarComm TeamMaria Misbach & TeamGreat Room
    11:15-11:30 a.m.Class Photo (Professional dress is recommended)Owen Steps
    11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.LunchOwen Lobby
    1-2 p.m.Academic Essentials & Honor CouncilASA Academic Affairs TeamGreat Room
    2-4 p.m.Second City WorkshopSecond City FacilitatorsGreat Room

    Wednesday, August 12

    TimeSessionPresenterLocation
    8-9:15 a.m.Financial Economics I – Section 1Nick Bollen, Frank K. Houston Chair and Professor of FinanceClassroom 110 (Averbuch)
    9:30-10:45 a.m.Financial Economics I – Section 2Nick Bollen, Frank K. Houston Chair and Professor of FinanceClassroom 110 (Averbuch)
    9:30-10:45 a.m.Professional Communications – Section 1Kimberly Pace, Professor for the Practice of Management Communication and Director, Owen Communication ProgramClassroom 209
    11 a.m.-12:15 p.m.Financial Economics I – Section 3Nick Bollen, Frank K. Houston Chair and Professor of FinanceClassroom 110 (Averbuch)
    11 a.m.-12:15 p.m.Professional Communications – Section 2Kimberly Pace, Professor for the Practice of Management Communication and Director, Owen Communication ProgramClassroom 209
    11 a.m.-3 p.m.IT Helpdesk Available (optional, drop-in)Owen Lobby
    12:30 -1:45 p.m.Professional Communications – Section 3Kimberly Pace, Professor for the Practice of Management Communication and Director, Owen Communication ProgramClassroom 209

    Thursday, August 13

    TimeSessionPresenterLocation
    8-9:15 a.m.Financial Economics I – Section 1Nick Bollen, Frank K. Houston Chair and Professor of FinanceClassroom 110 (Averbuch)
    9:30-10:45 a.m.Financial Economics I – Section 2Nick Bollen, Frank K. Houston Chair and Professor of FinanceClassroom 110 (Averbuch)
    9:30-10:45 a.m.Professional Communications – Section 1Kimberly Pace, Professor for the Practice of Management Communication and Director, Owen Communication ProgramClassroom 209
    11 a.m.-12:15 p.m.Financial Economics I – Section 3Nick Bollen, Frank K. Houston Chair and Professor of FinanceClassroom 110 (Averbuch)
    11 a.m.-12:15 p.m.Professional Communications – Section 2Kimberly Pace, Professor for the Practice of Management Communication and Director, Owen Communication ProgramClassroom 209
    11 a.m.-3 p.m.IT Helpdesk Available (optional, drop-in)Owen Lobby
    12:30 -1:45 p.m.Professional Communications – Section 3Kimberly Pace, Professor for the Practice of Management Communication and Director, Owen Communication ProgramClassroom 209

    Friday, August 14

    TimeSessionPresenterLocation
    8-9:15 a.m.Financial Economics I – Section 1Nick Bollen, Frank K. Houston Chair and Professor of FinanceClassroom 110 (Averbuch)
    9:30-10:45 a.m.Financial Economics I – Section 2Nick Bollen, Frank K. Houston Chair and Professor of FinanceClassroom 110 (Averbuch)
    9:30-11 a.m.Headshots (Students in Financial Economics I – Section 1) (Professional dress is recommended)Walker Management Library
    11 a.m.-12:15 p.m.Financial Economics I – Section 3Nick Bollen, Frank K. Houston Chair and Professor of FinanceClassroom 110 (Averbuch)
    11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.Headshots (Students in Financial Economics I – Section 2) (Professional dress is recommended)Walker Management Library
    11 a.m.-3 p.m.IT Helpdesk Available (optional, drop-in)Owen Lobby
    12:30-2 p.m.Headshots (Students in Financial Economics I – Section 3) (Professional dress is recommended)Walker Management Library
    1-8:30 p.m.Personal Brand Pitch Dress RehearsalsKimberly Pace, Professor for the Practice of Management Communication and Director, Owen Communication ProgramClassroom 209 (Breakouts in 125, 211, 213, and 214)

    Monday, August 17

    TimeSessionPresenterLocation
    8-9:15 a.m.Financial Economics I – Section 1Nick Bollen, Frank K. Houston Chair and Professor of FinanceClassroom 110 (Averbuch)
    8-9:15 a.m.Personal Brand Pitches – Group 1Kimberly Pace, Professor for the Practice of Management Communication and Director, Owen Communication ProgramClassroom 209
    9:30-10:45 a.m.Financial Economics I – Section 2Nick Bollen, Frank K. Houston Chair and Professor of FinanceClassroom 110 (Averbuch)
    9:30-10:45 a.m.Personal Brand Pitches – Group 2Kimberly Pace, Professor for the Practice of Management Communication and Director, Owen Communication ProgramClassroom 209
    11 a.m.-12:15 p.m.Financial Economics I – Section 3Nick Bollen, Frank K. Houston Chair and Professor of FinanceClassroom 110 (Averbuch)
    11 a.m.-12:15 p.m.Personal Brand Pitches – Group 3Kimberly Pace, Professor for the Practice of Management Communication and Director, Owen Communication ProgramClassroom 209
    2-3:15 p.m.Personal Brand Pitches – Group 4Kimberly Pace, Professor for the Practice of Management Communication and Director, Owen Communication ProgramClassroom 209
    3:30-4:45 p.m.Personal Brand Pitches – Group 5Kimberly Pace, Professor for the Practice of Management Communication and Director, Owen Communication ProgramClassroom 209
    4-6 p.m.Community FairOwen Lobby & Great Room

    Tuesday, August 18

    TimeSessionPresenterLocation
    8-9:15 a.m.Financial Economics I – Section 1Nick Bollen, Frank K. Houston Chair and Professor of FinanceClassroom 110 (Averbuch)
    9:30-10:45 a.m.Financial Economics I – Section 2Nick Bollen, Frank K. Houston Chair and Professor of FinanceClassroom 110 (Averbuch)
    9:30-10:45 a.m.Professional Communications – Section 1Kimberly Pace, Professor for the Practice of Management Communication and Director, Owen Communication ProgramClassroom 209
    11 a.m.-12:15 p.m.Financial Economics I – Section 3Nick Bollen, Frank K. Houston Chair and Professor of FinanceClassroom 110 (Averbuch)
    11 a.m.-12:15 p.m.Professional Communications – Section 2Kimberly Pace, Professor for the Practice of Management Communication and Director, Owen Communication ProgramClassroom 209
    12:30-1:45 p.m.Professional Communications – Section 3Kimberly Pace, Professor for the Practice of Management Communication and Director, Owen Communication ProgramClassroom 209

    Wednesday, August 19

    TimeSessionPresenterLocation
    8-9:15 a.m.Financial Economics I – Section 1Nick Bollen, Frank K. Houston Chair and Professor of FinanceClassroom 110 (Averbuch)
    9:30-10:45 a.m.Financial Economics I – Section 2Nick Bollen, Frank K. Houston Chair and Professor of FinanceClassroom 110 (Averbuch)
    11 a.m.-12:15 p.m.Financial Economics I – Section 3Nick Bollen, Frank K. Houston Chair and Professor of FinanceClassroom 110 (Averbuch)
    1-8:30 p.m.Persuasive Team Speech Dress RehearsalsKimberly Pace, Professor for the Practice of Management Communication and Director, Owen Communication ProgramClassroom 219 (Breakouts in 110, 211, and 214)

    Thursday, August 20

    TimeSessionPresenterLocation
    10 a.m. - 12 p.m.Financial Economics I – Final Exam (all sections)Nick Bollen, Frank K. Houston Chair and Professor of FinanceWilson Hall 103

    Friday, August 21

    TimeSessionPresenterLocation
    4-6 p.m.Orientation Closing BellVanderbilt Football Stadium

    Friday, August 28

    TimeSessionPresenterLocation
    8-9:15 a.m.Personal Brand Pitches – Group 1Kimberly Pace, Professor for the Practice of Management Communication and Director, Owen Communication ProgramClassroom 209
    9:30-10:45 a.m.Personal Brand Pitches – Group 2Kimberly Pace, Professor for the Practice of Management Communication and Director, Owen Communication ProgramClassroom 209
    11 a.m.-12:15 p.m.Financial Economics I – Group 3Nick Bollen, Frank K. Houston Chair and Professor of FinanceClassroom 209
    11 a.m.-12:15 p.m.Personal Brand Pitches – Group 3Kimberly Pace, Professor for the Practice of Management Communication and Director, Owen Communication ProgramClassroom 209
    2-3:15 p.m.Personal Brand Pitches – Group 4Kimberly Pace, Professor for the Practice of Management Communication and Director, Owen Communication ProgramClassroom 209
    3:30-4:45 p.m.Personal Brand Pitches – Group 5Kimberly Pace, Professor for the Practice of Management Communication and Director, Owen Communication ProgramClassroom 209

    Important Notes

    • Course sections: Financial Economics I and Professional Communications are offered in parallel Sections 1–3, and you will be in Groups 1–5 for your pitches/speeches. Attend only your assigned section or group; all offerings are listed together by time.
    • Sign-up sessions: Personal Brand Pitch Dress Rehearsals (Aug 14) and Persuasive Team Speech Dress Rehearsals (Aug 19) require signing up for a 30-minute slot within the listed window.
    • Final exam: Financial Economics I (Aug 20) is a time-flexible exam offered across all sections.
    • IT Help Desk: A member of our IT staff will be available to answer questions on Wednesday – Friday, August 12 – 14 on a drop-in basis in the Owen Lobby.
  • Master of Accountancy

    Monday, August 10

    TimeTrackSessionPresenterLocation
    8:45-9:45 a.m.All MAccCheck-in and BreakfastOwen Lobby
    10-11 a.m.All MAccOSGA Welcome / A Day in the Life at OwenOSGA & MAcc AlumniClassroom 110 (Averbuch)
    11 a.m.-12 p.m.All MAccFaculty Panel - How to Succeed in the ClassroomMAcc Faculty MembersClassroom 110 (Averbuch)
    12-1 p.m.All MAccLunchOwen Lobby
    1-2:30 p.m.All MAccAperian GlobeSmartDr. Jason D. Patent, Senior ConsultantWilson Hall
    2:30-3:45 p.m.All MAccOwen ValuesTom Steenburgh, Ralph Owen Dean and Professor of Marketing
    Wilson Hall
    3:45-4:30 p.m.All MAccStudent Life – Plugging In at OwenASA Student Life TeamWilson Hall
    4:30-5:30 p.m.All MAccTitle IX, Project Safe, Student Care NetworkTitle IX, Project Safe, SCNWilson Hall
    5:30-6:30 p.m.All MAccSpecialized Master's ReceptionOwen Lobby & Great Room

    Tuesday, August 11

    TimeTrackSessionPresenterLocation
    8:30-9 a.m.All MAccBreakfast On The GoOwen Lobby
    9-9:15 a.m.All MAccMeet the MarComm TeamMaria Misbach & TeamClassroom 110 (Averbuch)
    9:15-9:30 a.m.All MAccClass Photo (Professional dress is recommended)Owen Steps
    9:30-11:30 a.m.All MAccSecond City WorkshopSecond City FacilitatorsClassroom 110 (Averbuch)
    11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m.All MAccLeadership Development ProgramLDP StaffClassroom 110 (Averbuch)
    12:15-1:15 p.m.All MAccLunchOwen Lobby
    1:15-2 p.m.All MAccCareer Management Center - Shape Your Career With ConfidenceCMC StaffClassroom 110 (Averbuch)
    2-2:45 p.m.All MAccLibrary ResourcesLibrary StaffClassroom 110 (Averbuch)
    2:45-3:45 p.m.All MAccAcademic Essentials & Honor CouncilASA Academic Affairs TeamClassroom 110 (Averbuch)
    6:00 p.m.All MAccEY Social

    Wednesday, August 12

    TimeTrackSessionPresenterLocation
    8-9:15 a.m.ValuationFinancial Economics INick Bollen, Frank K. Houston Chair and Professor of FinanceClassroom 110 (Averbuch)
    9:30-10:45 a.m.AssuranceBusiness Ethics in AccountingJessica Kennedy, Associate Professor of ManagementClassroom 211
    11 a.m.-3 p.m.All MAccIT Helpdesk Available (optional, drop-in)Owen Lobby
    3:30-4:45 p.m.All MAccLeadership Communication - Section 1Kimberly Pace, Professor for the Practice of Management Communication and Director, Owen Communication ProgramClassroom 209
    5-6:15 p.m.All MAccLeadership Communication - Section 2Kimberly Pace, Professor for the Practice of Management Communication and Director, Owen Communication ProgramClassroom 209

    Thursday, August 13

    TimeTrackSessionPresenterLocation
    8-9:15 a.m.ValuationFinancial Economics INick Bollen, Frank K. Houston Chair and Professor of FinanceClassroom 110 (Averbuch)
    9:30-10:45 a.m.AssuranceBusiness Ethics in AccountingJessica Kennedy, Associate Professor of ManagementClassroom 211
    11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.All MaccInterview WorkshopCMC StaffClassroom 211
    11 a.m.-3 p.m.All MAccIT Helpdesk Available (optional, drop-in)Owen Lobby
    3-8:30 p.m.All MAccLeadership Communication - Brand Pitch Dress RehearsalsKimberly Pace, Professor for the Practice of Management Communication and Director, Owen Communication ProgramClassroom 209 (Breakouts in 204, 211, and 214)

    Friday, August 14

    TimeTrackSessionPresenterLocation
    8-9:15 a.m.ValuationFinancial Economics INick Bollen, Frank K. Houston Chair and Professor of FinanceClassroom 110 (Averbuch)
    8:30-10 a.m.All MAccLeadership Communication - Section 1Kimberly Pace, Professor for the Practice of Management Communication and Director, Owen Communication ProgramClassroom 209
    9:30-10:45 a.m.AssuranceBusiness Ethics in AccountingJessica Kennedy, Associate Professor of ManagementClassroom 211
    10:15-11:45 a.m.All MAccLeadership Communication - Section 2Kimberly Pace, Professor for the Practice of Management Communication and Director, Owen Communication ProgramClassroom 209
    11 a.m.-3 p.m.All MAccIT Helpdesk Available (optional, drop-in)Owen Lobby
    Time FlexibleAll MAccLeadership Communication - Team MeetingsKimberly Pace, Professor for the Practice of Management Communication and Director, Owen Communication Program
    TBAAll MAccDeloitte Social

    Monday, August 17

    TimeTrackSessionPresenterLocation
    8-9:15 a.m.ValuationFinancial Economics INick Bollen, Frank K. Houston Chair and Professor of FinanceClassroom 110 (Averbuch)
    9 a.m.-4 p.m.All MAccLeadership Communication - Librarian MeetingsKimberly Pace, Professor for the Practice of Management Communication and Director, Owen Communication ProgramWalker Management Library
    9:30-10:45 a.m.AssuranceBusiness Ethics in AccountingJessica Kennedy, Associate Professor of ManagementClassroom 211
    4-6 p.m.All MAccCommunity FairOwen Lobby & Great Room

    Tuesday, August 18

    TimeTrackSessionPresenterLocation
    8-9:15 a.m.ValuationFinancial Economics INick Bollen, Frank K. Houston Chair and Professor of FinanceClassroom 110 (Averbuch)
    9:30-10:45 a.m.AssuranceBusiness Ethics in AccountingJessica Kennedy, Associate Professor of ManagementClassroom 211
    1:30-3 p.m.All MAccHeadshots (Students in Leadership Communication – Section 1) (Professional dress is recommended)Walker Management Library
    2:30-4 p.m.All MAccHeadshots (Students in Leadership Communication – Section 2) (Professional dress is recommended)Walker Management Library
    3-4:30 p.m.All MAccLeadership Communication - Section 1Kimberly Pace, Professor for the Practice of Management Communication and Director, Owen Communication ProgramClassroom 209 (Breakouts in 211, 213, and 214)
    4:45-6:15 p.m.All MAccLeadership Communication - Section 2Kimberly Pace, Professor for the Practice of Management Communication and Director, Owen Communication ProgramClassroom 209 (Breakouts in 211, 213, and 214)

    Wednesday, August 19

    TimeTrackSessionPresenterLocation
    8-9:15 a.m.ValuationFinancial Economics INick Bollen, Frank K. Houston Chair and Professor of FinanceClassroom 110 (Averbuch)
    9:30-10:45 a.m.AssuranceBusiness Ethics in AccountingJessica Kennedy, Associate Professor of ManagementClassroom 211
    10am-1 p.m.All MAccLeadership Communication - Team Dress RehearsalsKimberly Pace, Professor for the Practice of Management Communication and Director, Owen Communication ProgramClassroom 209
    5:00 p.m.All MAccKPMG Social

    Thursday, August 20

    TimeTrackSessionPresenterLocation
    8-9:15 a.m.All MAccLeadership Communication - Section 1Kimberly Pace, Professor for the Practice of Management Communication and Director, Owen Communication ProgramClassroom 209
    9:30-10:45 a.m.All MAccLeadership Communication - Section 2Kimberly Pace, Professor for the Practice of Management Communication and Director, Owen Communication ProgramClassroom 209
    12:30-1:45 p.m.AssuranceBusiness Ethics in AccountingJessica Kennedy, Associate Professor of ManagementClassroom 211
    10 a.m.-12 p.m.ValuationFinancial Economics I - Final Exam (All Sections)Nick Bollen, Frank K. Houston Chair and Professor of FinanceWilson Hall 103

    Friday, August 21

    TimeTrackSessionPresenterLocation
    4-6 p.m.All MAccOrientation Closing BellVanderbilt Football Stadium

    Wednesday, August 26

    TimeTrackSessionPresenterLocation
    TBAAll MAccPwC Social

    Important Notes

    • Sign-up sessions: Brand Pitch Dress Rehearsals (Aug 13), Team Dress Rehearsals (Aug 19), and Librarian Meetings (Aug 17) require signing up for a slot within the listed window. Team Meetings (Aug 14) are self-organized.
    • Final exam: Financial Economics I (Aug 20) is a time-flexible exam offered across all sections.
    • To be confirmed: The Deloitte Social (Aug 14), Interview Logic (Aug 17), and KPMG Social (Aug 17) are tentative, as the times are to be confirmed.
    • IT Help Desk: A member of our IT staff will be available to answer questions on Wednesday – Friday, August 12 – 14 on a drop-in basis in the Owen Lobby.
  • Master of Marketing

    Monday, August 10

    TimeSessionPresenterLocation
    8:45-9:45 a.m.Check-in and BreakfastOwen Lobby
    10 a.m.-12 p.m.Second City WorkshopSecond City Facilitators219
    12-1 p.m.LunchOwen Lobby
    1-2:30 p.m.Aperian GlobeSmartDr. Jason D. Patent, Senior ConsultantWilson Hall
    2:30-3:45 p.m.Owen ValuesTom Steenburgh, Ralph Owen Dean and Professor of MarketingWilson Hall
    3:45-4:30 p.m.Student Life – Plugging In at OwenASA Student Life TeamWilson Hall
    4:30-5:30 p.m.Title IX, Project Safe, Student Care NetworkTitle IX, Project Safe, SCNWilson Hall
    5:30-6:30 p.m.Specialized Master's ReceptionOwen Lobby & Great Room

    Tuesday, August 11

    TimeSessionPresenterLocation
    8:30-9 a.m.Breakfast on the GoOwen Lobby
    9-10 a.m.Faculty Panel – How to Succeed in the ClassroomMMark Faculty MembersClassroom 219
    10-10:15 a.m.Meet the MarComm TeamMaria Misbach & TeamClassroom 219
    10:15-10:30 a.m.Class Photo (Professional dress is recommended)Owen Steps
    10:30-11:30 a.m.OSGA Welcome / A Day in the Life at OwenOSGA & MMark AlumniClassroom 219
    11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m.Career Management Center – Shape Your Career with ConfidenceCMC StaffClassroom 219
    12:15-1:15 p.m.LunchOwen Lobby
    1:15-2:00 p.m.Leadership Development ProgramLDP StaffClassroom 219
    2-4:30 p.m.A Sharper You: Being a More Effective Manager by Knowing YourselfBecky SharpeClassroom 219

    Wednesday, August 12

    TimeSessionPresenterLocation
    10-11 a.m.Academic Essentials & Honor CouncilASA Academic Affairs TeamClassroom 219
    11 a.m.-2 p.m.Lunch on your own
    11 a.m.-3 p.m.IT Helpdesk Available (optional, drop-in)Owen Lobby
    12-4 p.m.Business FundamentalsJenny Escalas, Senior Associate Dean of Academic Programs, Dean Samuel B. and Evelyn R. Richmond Chair, and Professor of MarketingClassroom 219

    Thursday, August 13

    TimeSessionPresenterLocation
    8:30-11:45 a.m.Marketing Fundamentals – Section 1Steve Hoeffler, Professor of MarketingClassroom 219
    11 a.m.-3 p.m.IT Helpdesk Available (optional, drop-in)Owen Lobby
    1-4:15 p.m.Marketing Fundamentals – Section 2Steve Hoeffler, Professor of MarketingClassroom 219

    Friday, August 14

    TimeSessionPresenterLocation
    8:30-11:45 a.m.Marketing Fundamentals – Section 1Steve Hoeffler, Professor of MarketingClassroom 219
    11 a.m.-3 p.m.IT Helpdesk Available (optional, drop-in)Owen Lobby
    12:15-3:30 pmMarketing Fundamentals – Section 2Steve Hoeffler, Professor of MarketingClassroom 219

    Monday, August 17

    TimeSessionPresenterLocation
    8:30-11:45 a.m.Marketing Fundamentals – Section 1Steve Hoeffler, Professor of MarketingClassroom 219
    9:30-11:30 a.m.Expect A Lot, Care A Lot: How 6 Critical Practices Create High-Performing Teams – Section 2Patrick LeddinClassroom 214
    12:15-2:15 p.m.Expect A Lot, Care A Lot: How 6 Critical Practices Create High-Performing Teams – Section 1Patrick LeddinClassroom 214
    12:15-3:30 p.m.Marketing Fundamentals – Section 2Steve Hoeffler, Professor of MarketingClassroom 219
    4-6 p.m.Community FairOwen Lobby & Great Room

    Tuesday, August 18

    TimeSessionPresenterLocation
    8:30-11:45 a.m.Marketing Fundamentals – Section 1Steve Hoeffler, Professor of MarketingClassroom 219
    10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.Headshots (Students in Marketing Fundamentals, Section 2) (Professional dress is recommended)Walker Management Library
    12-1:30 p.m.Headshots (Students in Marketing Fundamentals, Section 1) (Professional dress is recommended)Walker Management Library
    12:15-3:30 p.m.Marketing Fundamentals – Section 2Steve Hoeffler, Professor of MarketingClassroom 219

    Wednesday, August 19

    TimeSessionPresenterLocation
    8:00-11:45 a.m.Marketing Fundamentals – Section 1Steve Hoeffler, Professor of MarketingClassroom 219
    12:15-4 p.m.Marketing Fundamentals – Section 2Steve Hoeffler, Professor of MarketingClassroom 219

    Thursday, August 20

    TimeSessionPresenterLocation
    8:00-11:45 a.m.Marketing Fundamentals – Section 1Steve Hoeffler, Professor of MarketingClassroom 219
    12:15-4 p.m.Marketing Fundamentals – Section 2Steve Hoeffler, Professor of MarketingClassroom 219

    Friday, August 21

    TimeSessionPresenterLocation
    4-6 p.m.Orientation Closing BellVanderbilt Football Stadium
    By 11 p.m.Marketing Fundamentals – Take-Home Final DueSteve Hoeffler, Professor of Marketing

    Important Notes

    • Course sections: Marketing Fundamentals is offered in two parallel sections most days (Section 1 in the morning, Section 2 in the afternoon). Attend only your assigned section.
    • Take-home final: The Marketing Fundamentals take-home final is due Friday, August 21 by 11 p.m.
    • IT Help Desk: A member of our IT staff will be available to answer questions on Wednesday – Friday, August 12 – 14 on a drop-in basis in the Owen Lobby.
  • Executive MBA

    Saturday, July 11

    TimeSessionPresenterLocation
    9 a.m.–4:30 p.mMath CampRita Sowell, Adjunct Professor of Management (Statistics)Owen 412
    4:40–5 p.mSpecial Welcome from the Class of 2027EMBA Class of 2027Owen 412
    5-7:30 p.m.Family Day PicnicOwen Lobby

    Saturday, July 18

    TimeSessionPresenterLocation
    9 a.m.-4 p.m.Math CampRita Sowell, Adjunct Professor of Management (Statistics)Owen 412

    Saturday, July 25

    TimeSessionPresenterLocation
    9-11:45 a.m.Math CampRita Sowell, Adjunct Professor of Management (Statistics)Owen 412
    11:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m.Welcome SessionTom Steenburgh, Ralph Owen Dean and Professor of Marketing
    Owen 412
    12:15-1 p.m.Lunch4th Floor
    1-2 p.mOwen ValuesTom Steenburgh, Ralph Owen Dean and Professor of Marketing
    Owen 412
    2-3 p.m.Leadership Development Program / Career CoachingLDP & CMC StaffOwen 412
    3-3:15 p.m.Break4th Floor
    3:15-3:45 p.m.Student Care NetworkDesireè Kelly, Associate Director, Student AffairsOwen 412
    3:45-4:30 p.m.Academic Essentials / Plugging In at OwenAcademic Affairs & Student LifeOwen 412
    4:30-5 p.m.Library ResourcesLibrary StaffOwen 412
    5-5:45 p.m.Headshots, Welcome Gifts & Ask Me AnythingAcademic Affairs & Student LifeWalker Management Library / 2nd Floor Common Area

    Monday, August 17

    TimeSessionPresenterLocation
    4 p.m. – 6 p.m.Community FairOwen Lobby & Great Room

    Friday, August 21

    TimeSessionPresenterLocation
    4 p.m. – 6 p.m.Orientation Closing BellVanderbilt Football Stadium
  • Master of Management in Health Care

    Saturday, August 15

    TimeSessionPresenterLocation
    8:30-9 a.m.Check-in & Breakfast4th Floor Lounge
    9-10:30 a.m.Welcome Session & Owen ValuesTom Steenburgh, Ralph Owen Dean and Professor of MarketingOwen 410
    10:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m.Interactive Workshop / Leadership Development ProgramLDP StaffOwen 410
    12:45-1 p.m.OSGA WelcomeOSGAOwen 410
    1-2:00 p.m.Lunch4th Floor Lounge
    2-2:30 p.m.Student Care NetworkStudent Care NetworkOwen 410
    2:30-3:15 p.m.Academic Essentials & Plugging In at OwenASA Academic Affairs & Student LifeOwen 410
    3:15-3:45 p.m.Library ResourcesLibrary StaffOwen 410
    3:45-4 p.m.Meet the MarComm TeamMaria Misbach, Chief Marketing and Communications OfficerOwen 410
    4-4:15 p.m.Class Photo (Professional dress is recommended)Owen Steps
    4:15-5 p.m.Headshots, IT & Ask Us Anything4th Floor Lounge/ Library

    Monday, August 17

    TimeSessionPresenterLocation
    4-6 p.m.Community FairOwen Lobby & Great Room

    Friday, August 21

    TimeSessionPresenterLocation
    4-6 p.m.Orientation Closing BellVanderbilt Football Stadium

International Student Orientation

International Students Welcome Day is designed to help students transition smoothly to the Nashville area and to the business school experience. 

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    Saturday, August 15
    TimeSessionPresenterLocation
    8:30-9 a.m.Check-in and BreakfastOwen 125
    9-9:15 a.m.Welcome Session Jenny Escalas, Senior Associate Dean of Academic ProgramsOwen 125
    9:15-9:30 a.m. ISCG Welcome and Day OverviewISCG TeamOwen 125
    9:30-11:30 a.m.Second City WorkshopSecond City FacilitatorsOwen 125
    11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.Lunch Owen Lobby
    12:30-1:30 p.m.Mock ClassBrian McCann, David K. Wilson Chair, Professor of Strategic ManagementOwen 125
    1:30-2 p.m.Libraries & Research in the U.S.Library StaffOwen 125
    2-2:15 p.m.Break
    2:15-3:00 p.m.Networking and Small TalkCMC TeamOwen 125
    3-3:30 p.m.Reflections and Key TakeawaysLDP StaffOwen 125
    3:30-4:15 p.m.Lessons from International StudentsInternational AlumniOwen 125
    4:15-5 p.m.Happy Hour SocialOwen Lobby

    Wednesday, August 19

    TimeSessionPresenterLocation
    9 a.m.-12 p.m.Vanderbilt ISSS Orientation (Required for F/J Visa Students)Vanderbilt ISSSStudent Life Center Ballroom