We’ve all had that awk- ward moment when we moved in to the residence halls and wondered what there was to do on campus. Some students often have difficulty finding a commu- nity, while others jump right in. For those who tend to hold back, the Office of Student Develop- ment and Campus Activities have a plan to break that barrier. So, what are you doing for the next 50 days and 50 nights?

“As an office, we make sure that there is a program each day and night for 50 days, which is about six weeks,” said Rachel Carpenter, Director of SDCA.

During the first six weeks, students look to program- ming to become adjusted to cam- pus life and decide whether or not they will remain at their institu- tion. According to the Director of Student Development & Campus Activities, Rachel Carpenter, na-

tional studies have proved that the first six weeks of class and the activities held during this time are what aid students in this process.

For at least six to eight years (if not more), Pace has pro- vided students with some type of sustained programming. SDCA, along with student organizations aim to provide students with the opportunity to find and develop a community while in attendance during the first 50 days of attending Pace.

The involvement percentage is fairly high, considering students aim to build friendships throughout the university. Incoming students look for opportunities to meet others in their same situation as them; such allows for transfers and freshmen to mingle amongst one another and develop a bond that will be with them during their time at Pace. Some students are nervous when they first come to campus and look for events that reflect the general vibe on campus through open programming.