A peek at Mason's Move-in Week 2011

(Student volunteers assist freshman move-in on Thursday. "Jake McLernon").

Incoming students might feel a bit overwhelmed by the prospect of moving onto Mason’s Fairfax campus this week.

As in years past, many student organizations and staff members will be available to ensure the process runs smoothly and to assist with move-in.

According to Mason’s Housing and Resident Life Office, approximately 2,000 freshmen moved into their dorms Thursday. Another 2,500 students will move in on Saturday.

New and current students should review the Fall 2011 Move-In Schedule (http://housing.gmu.edu/movein). The schedule is organized by building name and dependent on the floor assignment, students can see what time they are expected to move in.

Students are invited to participate in Welcome Week activities taking place throughout this coming week.

Here’s an outline of some of the events:

Patriot Premiere takes place this Thursday from 8:30 p.m. til 1:00 a.m. The event is geared toward new students wanting to meet others and to blow off a bit of steam after a long day of moving in.

Decorate Your Space: A Residential Event will occur this Friday from 10:00 a.m. til 2:00 p.m. Shuttle buses to Target and Wal-Mart will be provided for students desiring to shop for dorm room supplies/decorations.

The Catholic Campus Ministry will host a luau this Friday from 5:30 p.m. til 9:00 p.m. There will be free food provided and students can enter a raffle to win prizes.

For more information on Move-In, please visit the Housing website (http://housing.gmu.edu).

Additional information about Welcome Week can be found here (http://welcomeweek.gmu.edu).