Central Washington University DISCOVER ORIENTATION TRANSFER STUDENT SCHEDULE. A Step Above the Rest JULY 30 AUG. 1

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1 Central Washington University 2012 DISCOVER ORIENTATION TRANSFER STUDENT SCHEDULE A Step Above the Rest JULY 30 AUG. 1

2 Students who graduate from CWU are well-rounded, educated, capable individuals. DEAR STUDENTS AND PARENTS, We are pleased that you have decided to join our community. Welcome to Central Washington University. Attending Discover Orientation will help you adjust to your new home away from home and will provide your first opportunity to experience academic and student life at Central. During Discover Orientation, you will meet future classmates, faculty, and staff; consult with academic advisors; register for classes; get answers to questions; learn about campus activities; and tour the campus and surrounding community. We look forward to seeing you at orientation. We are sure you will enjoy exploring all that Central has to offer. Best wishes for an exciting first year at CWU! Sincerely, James L. Gaudino President CWU MISSION STATEMENT: Central Washington University s mission is to prepare students for responsible citizenship, responsible stewardship of the earth, and enlightened and productive lives. Faculty, staff, students, and alumni serve as an intellectual resource to assist Central Washington, the state, and the region in solving human and environmental problems. DISCOVER NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION Button Hall, Second Floor DISCOVER@CWU.EDU

3 TABLE OF CONTENTS DISCOVER NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION AND COURSE INFORMATION FOR FIRST-YEAR AND RUNNING START STUDENTS Welcome to Discover Page 2 Schedule Page 3 Session Descriptions Page 4, 5 Important Abbreviations and Terms Page 6 Colleges and Academic Departments Page 7 SURC Map Upper Level Page 8 Main Level Page 9 Campus Office Locations Page 10, 11 Campus Map Page 12 Coupons and Discounts Page DISCOVER ORIENTATION LEADERS ISCOVER YOUR FUTURE 1

4 WELCOME TO DISCOVER NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION 2012 Dear Students and Guests: We are excited to have you join us at Phase II Discover Orientation. Our goal is to welcome you to Central Washington University s campus community, make your stay comfortable, and assist you in your transition to college life. Student success is our number one goal. Your Discover Orientation leader is your personal host during your visit. Your leader can assist you with information regarding sessions, your accommodations, and other needs you may have. Many faculty and staff are also available to assist you. We look forward to serving you and making your visit informative and enjoyable. For the comfort of all of our guests, please note our Discover Orientation policies: 1. Discover Orientation is a substance-free program for parents and students. Alcohol and drug possession or use anytime during your visit will not be tolerated. If students are in violation of this policy, they will meet with CWU conduct officers to determine their fall quarter registration status. 2. Quiet hours in the residence halls begin at 10:00 p.m. Please be courteous to your neighbors. Remember, you have an early morning on day two, so make sure to get some rest. 3. Please wear your name tag at all Discover Orientation sessions and meals. 4. Be respectful of others by keeping cell phones on vibrate or silent when possible. We look forward to meeting you. WELCOME to Central Washington University! 2 Richard DeShields Associate Dean of Students Jenna Hyatt Director of Residence Life and New Student Programs John Mounsey Assistant Director of Housing

5 SCHEDULE Time Session Location 8:00 a.m.-9:30 a.m. Check-in SURC Pit Area 8:00 a.m.- 10:00 a.m. Refreshments Available SURC 2nd Floor 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Wildcat Shop Bookstore Tours Wildcat Shop 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Connection Card-Student ID SURC 131 (Closed 9:45 a.m.-11:00 a.m.) 8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Recreation Center Open Hours Recreation Center Student Employment Authorization: Drop In Bouillon 205 8:00 a.m.-9:45 a.m. Campus Tours SURC Pit (Depart 8:00 a.m., 8:30 a.m., 9:00 a.m.) 8:00 a.m.-9:45 a.m The Burg Radio Station Tours SURC 120 9:45 a.m.-10:20 p.m. University Welcome SURC Ballroom 10:20 a.m.-10:40 a.m. Meet your Orientation Leader (Students Only) SURC Ballroom 10:40 a.m.-11:25 a.m. Registration Information (Students Only) SURC Ballroom 10:25 a.m.-11:25 a.m. Parent Information Session SURC Theatre 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Specialized Advising Sessions (Students only) College of Business SURC 137 College of Education SURC Theatre Non-AA Degree Status SURC :30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Refreshments Available SURC 2nd Floor 11:30 p.m.-12:15 p.m. Campus Tour SURC Pit Area 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Student Services Fair SURC 12:30 p.m.-1:15 p.m. Non-Traditional Student s Welcome SURC 202 Veterans Center Meeting SURC :30 p.m.-2:30 p.m. Academic Advising with Faculty & SURC Ballroom Class Registration (Students Only) 1:15 p.m.-2:15 p.m. Financial Aid, Scholarships & SURC Theatre Student Employment 2:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m. Housing and Dining SURC Theatre 2:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m. Being a CWU Student Athlete SURC 137B 3:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. Center for Disability Services Intake Bouillon 205 Meeting (with advanced registration) 3

6 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS Listed by chronological order of schedule Wildcat Shop Tours You won t want to miss this tour. We will show you how to save money on textbooks, how to find your course materials, and explain all the services the store offers. In addition, you will receive a free CWU flash drive. You will also be entered in a drawing to win free textbooks for fall quarter. This will be the most important money-saving session you attend at Discover Orientation and also the shortest one at 10 minutes. Connection Card Time to say cheese and come on in to get your Connection Card! This card serves as your general school identification card. It also contains your meal plan and will grant you access to CWU sporting events, the library, computer labs, and the SURC workout facility. You also have an option to choose the Maxx card, which is a combination of your CWU Connection Card and U.S. Bank debit card. The Maxx card is a great option for CWU students, as U.S. Bank is the only full-service bank on campus. Come in to watch a short, informational slideshow, choose your card, and get your picture taken. You can also sign your Recreation Center release form and turn it in to get a free lanyard. Recreation Center Open Hours (Volleyball and Climbing) Want your energy back after a great meal come checkout the Climbing Wall or hit the Volleyball court! All Discover Students and guests are invited to try out our award winning Recreation Center, come explore the opportunities. Signed WAIVERS are required for anyone using the facility. Student Employment Authorization: Drop In The student employment staff is here to help you find a job and complete the pre-employment paperwork for on-campus employment. If you have appropriate original documents (such as a passport or driver s license and social security card) you can receive pre-approval to work on campus. This will make your job search in the fall easier and faster. Please visit us at the Student Services Fair or in our office (Bouillon 205) on Day 2. We look forward to meeting you. Campus Tours You have not seen the campus until you have seen it with one of our trained campus tour guides. They will show you the well-traveled spots on campus and relay fun facts and stories about Central The Burg Radio Station Tours Cutting edge, state-of-the art broadcast studios, along with today s modern rock, hip-hop, top 40, hot country, and alternative favorites it s Your Music Central, 88.1 FM The Burg by and for the students of CWU. Come tour the station in SURC Room 120 and find out what it takes to get involved. Listen online at Parent Information Session Representatives from across campus will be available to talk with you on any topic that is on your mind. It is a great opportunity to get those last questions answered at Discover Orientation comes close. 4

7 Specialized Advising Sessions Students planning on majors with the College of Business or College of Education must attend one of these required sessions as part of their admissions into the major. Students who will not have a transferable associate s degree must attend the non-aa degree session to learn about CWU s general education program. CWU Student Services Fair Learn more about various campus offices and organizations. Find out about services available and opportunities for involvement. More than 20 campus offices and organizations will be represented. Use the BINGO card to play our student services game. Non-traditional Students Welcome Non-traditional students are those who are 25 years or older, married or with a domestic partner, or have children (married or single), or a veteran of any age. This session is aimed at welcoming these students to campus to learn more about resources and ways to get involved. Those students who identify as non-traditional are welcome to attend. Veterans Center The Central Washington University Veteran s Center is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment that fully engages all university veteran students and their families. This session will cover essential programs and services (GI Bill and Transfer of Benefits) that will help promote veterans intellectual, cultural, emotional and physical well-being as they transform themselves to achieve educational and career goals in and out of the classroom. Academic Advising & Registration Information This session cannot be missed. You will get the inside scoop on what classes are available for fall quarter, graduation requirements, the online catalog, how to use SAFARI to find all of your transfer information, how to look up classes, and how to register for classes. Financial Aid This session is designed for students and parents who have begun the financial aid process. Topics include student loan borrowing, navigating the SAFARI online system, budgeting your money, staying in good standing for financial aid, financial aid disbursement, contacting financial aid officers, and tips on applying next year. Being a CWU Student-Athlete This session will provide information on how to become a participant in one of our 13 intercollegiate sport programs. Information will cover the NCAA Eligibility Center, insurance, athletic goals and objectives, contact information, and a Q & A session. This session is required for anyone planning to participate in varsity athletics at Central. Center for Disability Services (CDS) Intake Meeting Are you (or your parents) worried about how a disability will affect your academic success at CWU? Students with documented disabilities and their parents will receive detailed, individualized information about academic accommodations and other support services at the Center for Disability Services (CDS) Intake Meetings held during Discover Orientation. NOTE: Must be preregistered to attend. Only those students who submitted documentation and registered to attend CDS Intake in advance of their orientation dates are eligible to participate. Students who did not submit documentation or register in advance should make arrangements to attend the final pre-fall CDS Intake Meeting in September Contact CDS for more information at 509/ or CDS@cwu.edu. Stop by our offices in Bouillon, suite

8 IMPORTANT ABBREVIATIONS AND TERMS FERPA Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) is a federal law that protects the privacy of student education records. This will be discussed in more detail during Discover Orientation. Students must sign a Release of Information form (included in your student packet) and sign in the presence of a CWU employee in order for students records to be released to parents or others that they designate. SAFARI SAFARI is the on-line portal and primary system-of-record for student information at Central Washington University. SAFARI includes admissions, financial aid, student records, academic progress, and student financial functions. Other auxiliary systems pass transactions to SAFARI to maintain accurate student records. SAFARI is the primary source of information for students and faculty, including class schedules, registration, grades, and financial need. SURC Student Union and Recreation Center (SURC) is the primary location of Discover New Student Orientation. Did you know? 825 CWU STUDENTS COMPLETED INTERNSHIPS LAST YEAR 6 CHECK OUT CWU S MOBILE COURSE CATALOG.

9 COLLEGES AND ACADEMIC DEPARTMENTS COLLEGE OF ARTS AND HUMANITIES DEPARTMENTS: Art Communication English Foreign Languages History Music Philosophy and Religious Studies Theatre Arts PROGRAMS: Africana and Black Studies Asia/Pacific Studies Film and Video Studies Latino and Latin American Studies COLLEGE OF BUSINESS DEPARTMENTS: Accounting Economics Finance and Supply Chain Management -Human Resource Management COLLEGE OF EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL STUDIES PROFESSIONAL STUDIES Aviation Family and Consumer Science -Apparel, Textiles and Merchandising -Recreation and Tourism -Global Wine Studies Industrial and Engineering Technology -Construction Management -Electronics Engineering Tech. -Technology Education -Mechanical Engineering Tech. -Safety and Health Management IT and Administrative Mgmt. Nutrition, Exercise and Health Science -Paramedicine COLLEGE OF THE SCIENCES DEPARTMENTS: Anthropology and Museum studies Biological Sciences Chemistry Computer Science Geography Geological Sciences Law & Justice Mathematics Physics Psychology Political Science Science Education Sociology INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES: American Indian Studies Environmental Studies Ethnic Studies Primate Behavior and Ecology Public Policy Resource Management S.T.E.P. Science Honors Women and Gender Studies COLLEGE OF EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL STUDIES EDUCATION AND TEACHER CERTIFICATION Physical Education, School and Public Health Language, Literacy, and Special Education Teaching Elementary, Adolescent, and Young Children Educational Foundations and Curriculum 7

10 SURC UPPER LEVEL Mezzanine / Lounge Meeting Room Meeting Room Theatre Ballroom Sections A-D Dining Services Administration ASCWU Board of Directors 250 / / Center for Diversity and Social Justice Center for Leadership and Community Engagement Campus Life Administration and Accounting Meeting Room Publicity Center Campus Activities R - E - * - Restrooms, Drinking Fountains Elevator Wildcat Access Screens Internet Kiosk Station 8

11 SURC MAIN LEVEL b - 137a Student Union Operations & Scheduling Meeting Room Wellness Center US Bank Meeting Room Meeting Room Meeting Room Connection Card Office KCWU Radio Station M - R - E - * - $ - # - Internet Kiosk Station Mail Drop Box Restrooms, Drinking Fountains Elevators Access Screens ATM Free Laptop Check-out (CWU Students Only) 9

12 DISCOVER NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION CAMPUS RESOURCES AND CONTACT INFORMATION ACADEMIC ADVISING Course selection and scheduling BOUILLON HALL ADMISSIONS Transcripts and admissions status MITCHELL HALL first floor ALUMNI OFFICE Always a wildcat. Stay connected to CWU BARGE HALL ATHLETICS Intercollegiate Athletics Program NICHOLSON PAVILION CAMPUS LIFE Activities and special events SURC CAREER SERVICES Holistic approach to career and life planning BOUILLON HALL CASHIER S OFFICE (Student Accounts) All payments to your student account BARGE HALL CENTER FOR DISABILITY SERVICES Assistance and assessment for special needs BOUILLON HALL CENTER FOR DIVERSITY AND SOCIAL JUSTICE Providing dynamic events, services and advocacy for all students to promote a diverse and inclusive campus. SURC 250/ CENTER FOR LEADERSHIP AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT Leadership development and public service opportunities SURC 256 and or COLLEGE ASSISTANCE MIGRANT PROGRAM (CAMP) Provides support to first year students from migrant or seasonal farm working backgrounds HERTZ HALL CONFERENCE SERVICES Provide on-campus orientation lodging MUNSON HALL CONNECTION CARD OFFICE CWU identification card and meal plans SURC DEAN OF STUDENT SUCCESS Provide educational purposeful programs, events, services and activities that promote academic, personal, professional growth within and beyond the classroom BOUILLON HALL DINING SERVICES Meal plans, dining facilities, employment opportunities SURC EMPLOYMENT (Student) Part-time jobs on campus BOUILLON HALL FINANCIAL AID Financial assistance BARGE HALL INFORMATION CENTER Laptop Check out, Lost and Found, General Information SURC INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES (ITS) BOUILLON 125 Office: Help Desk: HelpDesk@cwu.edu INTERNATIONAL STUDENT ADVISOR Advising for students in the U.S. in F-1 status Button Hall, Second Floor

13 INTERNATIONAL STUDIES AND PROGRAMS/ STUDY ABROAD CWU offers opportunities to study internationally with 1500 programs in 80 different countries. INTERNATIONAL CENTER ITS HELP DESK Wireless connections, network issues, Safari issues, passwords, etc. BOUILLON LEARNING COMMONS HERTZ HALL first floor Math and writing help: Tutoring/supplemental instruction: NEW STUDENT PROGRAMS Orientation BUTTON HALL second floor PARKING SERVICES Parking Permits PUBLIC SAFETY BUILDING REGISTRAR Enrollment, records, academic evaluation MITCHELL HALL first floor SCHOLARSHIP OFFICE Scholarship information BARGE HALL SCIENCE TALENT EXPANSION PROGRAM (STEP) Program focused on increasing Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics degrees at CWU LIND 119B STUDENT GOVERNMENT (ASCWU-BOD) Working to represent you in a variety of ways that affect your daily life at Central SURC STUDENT MEDICAL AND COUNSELING CLINIC Physician, nurse, and counselor assistance 11th Avenue and Poplar Street STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES (TRIO) Department of Education TRIO program; provides academic assistance HERTZ HALL STUDENT TRANSITIONS AND ACADEMIC RESOURCES (STAR/WaTEP) Intensive academic support program that assists academically at-risk students in their transition to CWU HERTZ HALL TESTING SERVICES Compass test, placement exams, graduate and professional school admission tests, certification tests BOULLION UNIVERSITY HOUSING Residence hall and apartment contracts BUTTON HALL first floor 888-CWU-HOME ( ) UNIVERSITY POLICE PUBLIC SAFETY BUILDING (Non-Emergency) 911 (Emergency Services) UNIVERSITY RECREATION/ OUTDOOR PURSUITS AND RENTALS Gym, rock-climbing wall, fitness programs, intramural sports, sports clubs, and OPR Recreation: OPR: US CWU Full service branch SURC VETERANS CENTER Support and services for veterans or dependants BOUILLON HALL WELLNESS CENTER Drug, alcohol and violence prevention and wellness promotion SURC WILDCAT SHOP Tetbooks, computers, supplies, and all Wildcat gear SURC cwubookstore. collegestoreonline.com DISCOVER@CWU.EDU 11

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15 OPEN WiFi for registered Discover Orientation participants Visit the All Things Tech Booth for more information from 8 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. on the first floor of the SURC. PROVIDED BY: Information Technology Services (ITS) Department Bouillon 202 Office Phone: HelpDesk Phone: HelpDesk@cwu.edu WiFi will be available from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. any item at any station in Central Marketplace with this coupon. 50C OFF any purchase of $1.00 or more at the C-STORE 13 Do not tear out coupons. Discover Orientation name badge must be presented when using coupons. WiFi access is provided specific per orientation session

16 See You Soon! CWU s fall Quarter new student orientation program Phase I Wildcat Day Phase II Transfer Student Orientation Phase III Wildcat Welcome for Transfer Students September 17-18, 2012 Residence Hall Move-in Sunday, September 16, 2012 Questions: discover@cwu.edu CWU is an AA/EEO/Title IX Institution. For accommodation: CDS@cwu.edu