The summer conference season is underway and so too is new student Orientation. We ask for cooperation from faculty and staff in ensuring we can meet the needs of the Orientation program and conference groups on our campus this summer by limiting use of the Upper Commons.

The Upper Commons is particularly busy as it is our only location to service these groups for their meals. It is important to note that the revenue realized from summer conferences and camps contributes to funding the operating expenses of the University and the programs bring prospective students and parents to our campus.

If you want to have lunch in the Upper Commons during the last two weeks of June and the month of July, we suggest that you beat the rush by getting there at 11:30 a.m. or waiting until 1:00 p.m. At these “off times” you will find a less-crowded dining room and no lines. The Dining staff will direct you to open seating.

Instead, during Orientation, we ask that you have lunch in the Lower Commons (open from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. now through June 25) or the Law School Bistro (re-opening on June 26 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.). During Orientation days, the Upper Commons will not be open to employees unless they are scheduled to eat with family members as part of their Orientation responsibilities. The Orientation dates are June 13, 14, 17, 18, 20, 21, 24, 25. We thank you in advance for your cooperation and welcome any questions. Have an enjoyable summer!

VP John King, Allison Chase Padula & Carol Sacchetti

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