FAQ by Attending Students
This is it! You have accepted your invitation to attend the Governor's School for Humanities and Visual & Performing Arts, and you wonder: "What's next?" This page is designed to answer that question, and many others you may have along the way. Let us know if you need additional information, and congratulations! We'll see you July 5!
This page last updated May 10, 2009.
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When will I receive more information?
You will receive your first packet by mail from the Governor's
School office in early May. In that packet will be course selection
forms, medical forms, authorization forms, and the student handbook.
You will receive a follow-up packet by mail from the Governor's
School office in early June. In that packet will be your housing
and course assignments, directions to campus, and any follow-up
paperwork that needs to be completed. If you do not receive
your packet by May 11, or if you do not receive your second
packet by June 10, please contact the
Governor's School office.
How do I select my courses?
In the packet mailed in May will be course selection forms for you to return by mail. Or, you may
submit the forms electronically. Electronic submissions will receive confirmation of their receipt. This process will become active May 4.
What courses will I take?
Before you select your courses, it is a good idea to know what are being offered. Descriptions for the upcoming summer are posted in late April.
More...Where can I talk with students attending the program?
We have an online discussion board. Here
you may post and read questions from fellow students and responses
from the Governor's School faculty and staff. You may also simply strike up conversations with fellow students, faculty, and staff
- a little virtual community before July 5. Anybody may read the board as a
guest. Only registered users may post, however. Registration
is free.
Opens in a new window.What is life like on campus?
Many aspects of residential life at the Governor's School are covered in the Student Handbook, including guidelines and expectations we have for student behavior while on the program. Because the program has moved from its previous location, the 2009 Student Handbook is undergoing a more serious revision than in most years and will not be available until Spring. Even so, the 2008 version is still mostly accurate even if buildings and place names may change.
More...Who are the faculty and staff?
Faculty, resident advisors, and support staff hail from the entire country. The work at high schools, colleges, and as professional artists. They all live on campus for the duration of the program.
More...How will I spend my time?
Scheduling changes frequently occur, but this schedule provides a basic idea of the daily schedule. Evening activities occure most nights and include acitivities such as student variety shows, local performing groups, and speakers. Weekly schedules will be provided during the program to all students.
More...Where will I live?
What are the rooms like? How are roommates assigned? Check out
floorplans, room descriptions, and more.
More...Where can I find extra forms from the mailings?
Where can I learn more about CNU?
Visit Christopher Newport University's website for information about the University, driving directions to campus
(including a downloadable campus map), campus facts, and interesting
things to do while in the Newport News area. It also includes a guide
to local accomodations and restaurants.
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