About "Destination Lumberjack"
To assist our students and their families in the transition to college, we offer a sibling program that allows high-school-aged students/siblings an opportunity to learn more about SFA and its traditions, prepare for college, focus on career/major, and enjoy activities at our campus recreation center. If you are interested in learning more about this program which is scheduled concurrent with Freshman Orientation, please check the Sibling Orientation box on the Orientation reservation form. (Note: In order for a sibling to participate in Sibling Orientation, a parent must be staying in Nacogdoches throughout the duration of the Orientation session.)
Program Highlights
- College Preparation Seminar
- Career Planning Seminar
- Leadership Seminar
- Modified Campus Tour featuring
- Stone Fort Museum and Athletics
- Movie in Student Center movie theatre
- Access to campus recreation facilities including:
- Pool
- Basketball, Volleyball, Racquet Ball and Tennis Courts
- Rock Climbing Wall
Tentative Schedule
*Complete detailed schedule will be given at Check-in on the day of the Orientation session.
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YOU MADE IT! Check in with your family and receive your room assignment if you are staying on campus and orientation materials. |
12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Lumberjack Village |
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WELCOME TO LUMBERJACK LAND! AXE'EM JACKS! Presenters: Orientation Leaders Welcome to the land of the Purple and White! Home of the Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks est. 1923. After announcement, follow Orientation Leader to meeting area after opening session! |
2:40 p.m. - 3:40 p.m. Baker Patillo Student Center Grand Ballroom (2nd Floor) |
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DESTINATION LUMBERJACK Full of icebreakers and an introduction to Destination Lumberjack, you will get an overview of the fun activities you will be experiencing. Orientation Leaders: Lindsey Tatum |
3:45 p.m. - 3:50 p.m. Baker Patillo Student Center Spirit Lounge (1st Floor) |
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AXES UP! The Lumberjack Spirit Burns In My Soul! Learn about the meaning behind SFA's axe tradition and make your very own axe handle! |
3:55 p.m. - 4:40 p.m. Free Speech Area (Orientation Leader will walk you there) |
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LET'S KICK SOME AXE! Orientation Leader: Alex Ranc |
4:45 p.m. - 5:15 p.m. Baker Pattillo Student Center Involvement Center Rm. 1.204B |
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LUMBERJACK LIFE Living like a lumberjack and ice breakers with your favorite OLs! |
5:20 p.m. - 5:45 p.m. Baker Patillo Student Center Spirit Lounge |
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CAN YOU EAT LIKE A TRUE LUMBERJACK? Dinner with Orientation Leaders Meal card required; please wear new Orienation t-shirt. Have dinner as a group in our cafeteria. |
5:50 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. East College Cafeteria |
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I HEARD YOU WORE THAT PURPLE AND WHITE! Spirit Rally, Jack Camp, Great Adventure and Student Services Meet with your family and bring your Axe! Meet with Orientation Leaders, university administrators, and your family for a spirit filled program on SFA traditions! This session promises to be serious and fun! It may not be suitable for young children. |
7:10 p.m. - 9:55 p.m. Baker Patillo Student Center Grand Ballroom |
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LET'S GET IT STARTED! Entertainment with Freshmen The Campus Recreation department and Orientation staff will be hosting games in the Student Recreation Center. Have your bathing suit and towel, be ready for the outdoor pool and lazy river! Also bring tennis shoes for basketball and other fun events! |
9:15 p.m. - 10:45 p.m. Campus Recreation Center |
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HOPE YOU HAD A BLAST! Closing Wrap Up Meet your family and head back to your room. Rest for tomorrow's fun filled activities. |
10:50 p.m. Baker Patillo Student Center Spirit Lounge |
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GOOD MORNING FUTURE LUMBERJACKS! Breakfast with your parents. Nametag required. |
6:30 a.m. - 7:45 a.m. Baker Patillo Student Center Twilight Ballroom |
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Trail of Traditions Presenters: Orientation Leaders Meet at 8 a.m. in the Spirit Lounge! We would like to invite you to come take a tour of our beautiful campus and listen in as we share some of our great traditions, information about legends, tour the Baker Pattillo Student Center, and more! Be sure to wear your walking shoes. |
8:00 a.m. - 8:45 a.m. Baker Pattillo Student Center Spirit Lounge |
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CAREER EXPLORATION/ACADEMIC SUCCESS Be a part of this interactive session where we discuss Career Exploration and Academic Success. It is never too early to start a career plan and make your dream a reality! |
9:00 a.m. - 9:50 a.m. Rusk Building Rm. 333 |
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BALANCING WORK AND FUN Learn about balancing work and fun through time management tips and fun filled games! |
9:50 a.m. - 10:50 a.m. Baker Pattillo Student Center Axe Handle Café |
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LET THE GAMES BEGIN! Lunch with Games Pick up boxed lunch in Lumberjack Den cafeteria then move to Axe Café with your OL. Have lunch with your OL in front of the largest television in Nacogdoches! |
10:50 a.m. - 11:50 a.m. Baker Patillo Student Center Lumberjack Den/Axe Café |
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V.I.P Tour of SFA Athletic Training Facilities Enjoy the view of campus as you tour the athletics facilities field house, press box, and go behind scenes of college athletes. |
11:50 p.m. - 1:20 p.m. SFA Athletic Facilities |
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THAT'S ALL FOLKS! As Destination Lumberjack comes to a close, participants will fill out evaluations, write letters to siblings, and have a chance to ask any final questions. GOODBYE! SEE YOU AGAIN SOON! Meet your parents at buses outside of Baker Pattillo Student Center Spirit Lounge for the tour of downtown. |
1:20 p.m. - 1:45 p.m. Baker Patillo Student Center Spirit Lounge |