The Transformation

The college search was pretty simple for me. I knew that I wanted to go to PBA! I also knew that I would be living at home since I lived so close and it made sense financially. Entering PBA as a commuter was tough. It was hard to meet people and I constantly felt disconnected from the rest of the student body. After a year of being a commuter, I received a scholarship that allowed me to live on campus! The Lord knew my heart's desires and blessed me.
Leaving was hard, but my family knew it was a wonderful opportunity. I completely encourage students to live on campus and here's why. I can wake up 10 minutes before class and still make it on time. I have met so many people in my dorm. Distance doesn't stop me from going to all of the PBA events anymore.
Living on campus is a blessing and I have enjoyed every second of it. It has taught me responsibility, independence, and how to manage my money.

Welcome Weekend Part 1 Jan 7th-8th

Welcome Weekend

Part 1 January 7th – 8th

Student Schedule of Events

Thursday, January 7th

9:00 am – 3:00 pm: Move In to Residence Halls with help of MOVE IN CREW 2010

9:00 am – 5:00 pm: Check-In (Lassiter Student Center) You may be required to visit one or more of the following stations- • Residence Life – Housing Issues/Meal Plans • Registration – Add or Change Schedule • Financial Aid – Aid Awards and Documents • Payment Plans – Monthly Payment Arrangements • Health and Wellness – Health Forms, Immunizations, Insurance Waivers • Cashier – Pay Balance in Full • Student ID – Have your ID Card Created • Safety & Security – Parking Decal (Safety & Security Office) • Student Development – Community Values Statement • ID Validation and Bookstore Vouchers Depending on what stations you may need to visit, you should plan on spending approximately 2 hours at Check-In. When you register at Check-In you will receive a sheet outlining which stations you are required to visit.

5:00 pm – 6:30 pm: Welcome Dinner BBQ (Rinker Green) Families are encouraged to dine with their students, faculty & staff

7:00 pm– 8:00 pm: Welcome Weekend Opening Program (DeSantis Family Chapel)

8:00 pm -9:00 pm: Parents Social with Parents Council

Friday, January 8th

10:00 am – 12:00 pm: Student and Parent Information Sessions – Enlightening Minds (MAC 1291) • Chapel, Workship, Campus Ministries • Community Values • Safety and Security • Residential Life • Student Success

12:30 pm – 1:30 pm: Parent Panel Lunch

1:30 pm – 2:15 pm: Campus Tours – Find your Classrooms! (Meet outside Frasier Dining Hall, Bring your Schedule)

2:30 pm – 3:30 pm: Concert of Prayer (Chapel)

3:45 pm – 5:00 pm: Worship Celebration - Enriching Souls (DeSantis Family Chapel)

5:00 pm – 7:00 pm: Farewell Dinner (Frasier Dining Hall) Parents connect with other parents and say goodbye!

F.I.N.A.L.S.

F is for "Freaking Out"

I is for "I wish I didn't have as many classes now"

N is for "No more social life"

A is for "Am I ever going to sleep?"

L is for "Last Minute Studying"

S is for "Stressed to the MAX"