Student Services to offer movie nights, intramural sports, games and special on-campus events during the coming fall semester
Posted by The Skyliner on September 14th, 2011Kayla Rease
Staff Writer
North Greenville University’s Student Services department schedules student activities throughout each school year. They offer NGU students a wide variety of events.
Activities such as concerts, movie nights, Homecoming events and intramural sports are just a few of the many events planned. Throughout the semester, specific dates for fall 2011 activities will be posted on the Student Activities calendar at www.ngu.edu/student-activities.php.
Metroplex Movie Night is an event planned for multiple Friday nights throughout the year to give students a chance to hang out with other students on campus. Groups of four or more students can reserve a room for the whole evening or just a couple of hours to watch a movie using the projectors, play games, play instruments or just hang out and fellowship.
Student Services provides free popcorn, but students are allowed to bring other food and drinks as well. Student Services chooses a film to play in one of the largest classrooms. Look for Metroplex Movie Night dates and featured movies in the Student Services weekly activity e-mail.
Family Weekend is an informal event where NGU invites parents and other family members to come spend time with their student on campus for the weekend. This time allows parents to gain information helpful to their student’s success here at NGU. This year, Family Weekend will take place Sep. 30 – Oct. 2. Registration forms and more information will be available at www.ngu.edu/family-weekend.php.
One of the biggest events on NGU campus is the Homecoming celebration. Homecoming is about renewing friendships, reminiscing and acknowledging the achievements of alumni and the institution. Each fall, the event has a different theme.
During the celebration, there are several different events like a pep rally, parade, homecoming court, tailgates and other various activities that take place throughout the week, all leading up to one of the biggest football games of the semester.
NGU invites all current students, faculty, alumni and friends to join in these special celebrations. Specific dates and times will be posted on the Student Activities calendar.
NGU offers other activities that students can enjoy throughout the whole school term. The Game Room offers a wide variety of activities to give students a recreational outlet.
Games include two pool tables, two ping-pong tables, a foosball table and an air hockey table. Also provided are board games, Wii gaming system and a variety of outside games and equipment.
Students must present their Student ID when using any equipment in the game room. For a list of the hours of operation please visit www.ngu.edu/game-room.php.
The Intramural Sports program places an emphasis on sportsmanship, teamwork and personal fitness within the context of a Christ-centered environment. Participation is encouraged for all regardless of skill level or past experience.
Intramural sports are fun, free and an excellent way to build relationships with those possessing similar interests. Students who play intramural sports will learn how to interact in a group setting and also how to maintain good sportsmanship in a fast paced, competitive environment.
NGU Intramurals offers a wide variety of sports and recreation opportunities. Students, graduate students, faculty, staff and alumni can participate in these different intramurals each semester. Some of the sports offered include flag football, co-ed ultimate frisbee, dodgeball, sand volleyball, softball, basketball, indoor soccer and many more.
For more information on Intramural Sports, please contact Dillon Key, coordinator for intramural sports, at dillon.key@ngu.edu or visit www.ngu.edu/intramural-sports.php.
For more information about other Student Activities here at NGU please contact Diane Turner, student activities coordinator, at diane.turner@ngu.edu or by phone at 864-977-7127. Turner sends out weekly e-mails informing students of upcoming events, so check your e-mail regularly so you do not miss out on campus activities.
Tags: Fall 2011, Vol. 112 - Orientation
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