Cardinal Leadership and Service Seminar (CLASS)

Move to campus a few days early to gain valuable experience in areas related to service, citizenship, leadership, and academic success. During this three-day program, you will reflect on your expectations of college, meet fellow freshmen, and learn about campus resources and opportunities. C.L.A.S.S. is a Ball State tradition that has helped hundreds of new students ease into college life. Past participants have gone on to serve in prominent campus leadership roles including student mentors, student body president, and Ball State Board of Trustees student representative.

To participate in this program, complete the online registration form and either pay online or mail your payment to the Office of Student Life, SC 133. Once you register and your payment is received, more information will follow. Payment and registration must be submitted by July 26, 2013. Direct questions to the Office of Student Life, 765-285-2621.

Program Fee (includes meals, lodging, activities): $135.00

Program Dates: August 11-13, 2013

Maximum Participation: Limited to 150 students

The registration link is not yet open.  Please check back mid-May.

Itinerary:

Day 1 - Sunday, August 11
10-11 a.m. Check-in at Student Center
11 a.m. Check-in to your residence hall assignment
1:30 p.m. Welcome, meet with mentors
2 p.m. Small cluster team meeting
3 p.m. Leadership challenge course
5:30 p.m. Dinner
6:45 p.m. Leadership as Involvement
8:30 p.m. Entertainment

Day 2 - Monday, August 12
8 a.m. Breakfast
9 a.m. Citizenship and Service
10:30 a.m. Community service project
12 p.m. Lunch 
2 p.m. Large group meeting
3 p.m. Small group meeting
5:30 p.m. Dinner
7 p.m. Diversity activity
9 p.m. Social activity

Day 3 - Tuesday, August 13
8 a.m. Breakfast
9 a.m. Seek and Find campus tour
10:30 a.m. Focus on the Future
11:30 p.m. Lunch
2 p.m. "No Excuses" keynote speaker
4:15 p.m. Community closing activity
5:15 p.m. Picnic and graduation
6:15 p.m. Ice cream social