TDub Takeoff
July 9, 2024 2025-06-11 15:34
Thursday, August 14 – Friday, August 15, 2025
Introducing TDub Takeoff – Your Official Welcome to TWU!
Formerly known as Welcome Weekend, TDub Takeoff is your exciting launch into life at Tennessee Wesleyan University!
Held the week before fall classes begin, this annual event is a vital part of your TWU experience and serves as the first step in your TWU 101 First Year Experience course.
Throughout TDub Takeoff, you’ll get to know the campus, meet fellow Bulldogs, and build confidence for your first day of class—all while earning points toward your TWU 101 grade. This fun-filled week is designed to help you feel right at home and start building connections from day one.
Expect a mix of interactive sessions, downtime with quiet spaces, and plenty of snacks and meals to keep you fueled. Be sure to dress comfortably and come prepared to get wet—you’ll want to bring a change of clothes and shoes.
We can’t wait to welcome you—TDub Takeoff is just the beginning of your amazing journey at TWU!
Schedule of Activities:
First-year Experience
TWU 101 is a course designed to help first-year students succeed and students take this course in their first semester at TWU. This class will give students the tools to be successful, assist with personal growth, and help them feel comfortable at TWU.
TWU 101 provides practical advice in notetaking, reading, time management, opportunities for personal wellness and reflection, a place to connect with peers and learn the ins and outs of life at TWU. The class focuses on the liberal arts education they are receiving at Tennessee Wesleyan University to their future career.
TWU 101 mark the first High Impact Practice course that Tennessee Wesleyan students will experience; designed to connect classroom learning to their future career and students will develop their ePortfolio to use during their job search.
TWU Peer Mentors
The TWU 101 class has a Peer Mentor dedicated to assisting new students in their transition. These fellow Bulldogs will help you communicate and answer questions, provide opportunities for engagement outside of class and support you throughout your freshman year.
Starting at Orientation and going through the first year, the Success Team will be making sure that first-year students have every opportunity to be successful. First year students will have an academic advisor dedicated to class selection, which will happen during Orientation. TDub Takeoff provides an opportunity to meet peers, your TWU 101 instructors, and access important resources. Plus, Success Coaches will provide specialized sessions to support freshman student needs.
We can’t wait for you to begin your journey at TWU. Don’t miss out, so register today!
Day 1: Wednesday, August 13 – Move-In Day
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Day 2: Thursday, August 14 – TDub Takeoff Day 1
| Time | Activity | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 9:00 AM | Check-In | Townsend Auditorium |
| 10:00:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Concurrent Sessions | |
| 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM | Lunch and Sessions (Lunch provided) | |
| 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM | Concurrent Sessions | |
| 5:00 PM | Dinner (optional) |
Day 3: Friday, August 15 – TDub Takeoff Day 2
| Time | Activity | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 1:00 PM | Check-In | Townsend Auditorium |
| 1:00 PM – 5:30 PM | Concurrent Sessions | |
| 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM | Dinner, TBD | |
| 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM | TBD |
Day 4: Saturday, August 16 – Welcome Back Bash!
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Day 5: Sunday, August 17 – Relax and get ready for classes!
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