"Let’s Be Amazing” was the theme of this year’s new student orientation week, Aug. 22–29. The campus came alive on Sunday when entering freshman and transfer students began arriving in loaded-down cars, ready to start their college careers.

The first part of the week was devoted to helping students get ready for classes and adjust to life at Andrews University, including a special new addition to the program, “Student Success Day.” Students had the chance to equip themselves for college life when professionals from Monster.com, as well as Andrews faculty and staff, gave a variety of seminars. Topics included: “Taming the Test-Taking Monster” and “Landing the Right Career.”

After a few days of taking tests and settling in, students were ready to get “All Fired Up” for a weekend of fun concerts, food, and events. On Thursday, students competed in “The Amazing Race,” enjoyed a haystack picnic and an evening of comedy improv. Friday brought a chance for students to learn that service is an important part of being amazing, during “Street Fest,” an exciting new addition to this year’s events. In cooperation with Benton Harbor’s Parks and Recreation department, Benton Harbor Soup Kitchen, and Pioneer Memorial Church, students devoted their day to helping out in a variety of different local service projects.

Other weekend events included the annual Faculty Home Supper, a special welcome Sabbath at PMC, Saturday night bowling, and a day at the beach on Sunday.

It was truly an amazing week, and Andrews University is very excited about the class of 2008!

Bev Stout, University Relations news writer