Orientation

Important Orientation Information

February 2021 Start  

In keeping with the guidelines mandated by the Governor of Pennsylvania to protect people’s health and safety, Mansfield University will be offering New Student Orientation via an online modality. The payment of your Admissions deposit will automatically add your name to the list.  

It is important that you set up your Mansfield University email account when directed so that you don't miss important log-in information from the Orientation office.

Due to the new online Orientation course, the policy for course placement in Math and English has been adjusted for this year only. No face-to-face testing will be offered at this time. Math placement testing may occur at the start of face-to-face instruction at the start of the semester.

All new incoming students are required to complete a Health Evaluation Report. Forms must be completed and submitted to the address on the form prior to the first day of classes or move in. If your form is completed before your orientation date we would be happy to relay it to the clinic for you, just bring it with you to orientation and submit it during the paperwork session at the end of the day.

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2020 Summer Reading Book

Call of the Wild by Jack London

Students are instructed to read the book listed above and to answer one essay question below. This assignment will be due during the first week of classes in the Fall.

Summer Essay prompts

Choose ONE prompt and write a 250-500 word essay that responds to the prompt. Bring a print copy of your essay to the first meeting of your FYS class. Use MLA formatting: type a header with your name, your instructor’s name, FYS 1100, the date, and the number of your prompt; center your title; double space the paper; indent each new paragraph five spaces; number pages in the upper right-hand corner; and add the Works Cited to the bottom of the last page in MLA format.

1. Anthropomorphism is a word from the Greek that means to give human qualities to non-human things. Do you think Jack London anthropomorphizes Buck in “The Call of the Wild”? Briefly discuss Buck’s human characteristics and his animal characteristics. Which of those characteristics do you think allow the reader to identify with Buck’s experiences? Quote key passages that support your argument, using MLA citation format.

2. In the story, Buck draws on both innate abilities and learned behaviors to become a leader. Briefly describe each and discuss how he uses both to become the leader of the dog pack. What does London seem to be showing us about leadership? Using MLA citation format, quote key passages that support your argument.

3. In this story, Buck moves from a tame house pet to a wild sled dog. How did you react to Buck becoming wild? Did you cheer for him in the wild or regret his move away from the world of men? What do you think is the underlying message of London’s story, and how does Buck’s transformation fit that theme? Using MLA citation format, quote key passages that support your argument.

4. Cruelty plays a large part in the story and leaves a mark on the characters. How are John Thornton and Buck damaged by the cruelty of others? What are the lasting effects of that cruelty on them? What do you think London is showing his readers through his depiction of cruelty? Using MLA citation format, quote key passages that support your argument.

Provide your Mansfield University Admissions Counselor with your AP and/or transfer credits (if applicable): Be sure to submit an OFFICIAL college transcript to the Mansfield University Office of Admissions, Ground Floor - South Hall, 71 South Academy Street, Mansfield, PA 16933, well in advance of your selected orientation date. For questions regarding transfer credits, please contact the Office of Admissions at 570-662-4243.

The hiring process for new Orientation Leaders will begin soon. Information about the selection process will be sent to current students within the coming weeks.

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