Reframe your mind August 19th - 23rd, 2013 3100 Cleburne Street, Houston, TX 77004 www.tsu.edu 713-313-7071 Graduate in 4 Years
TEXAS SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY 3100 CLEBURNE STREET HOUSTON, TEXAS 77004 713-313-7011 DR. JOHN M. RUDLEY PRESIDENT, TEXAS SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY Dear Future Tiger, As President, it is my pleasure to congratulate you on your acceptance to Texas Southern University. I want you to know personally of my interest in you pursuing your higher education goals at Texas Southern University. Conveniently located in the heart of fourth largest city in the nation, here are just a few of the reasons you should be excited to attend TSU. Texas Southern possesses an array of programs, including 45 undergraduate, 29 masters, and nine doctoral degrees, that I believe makes it a university of first choice. TSU s College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, Jesse H. Jones School of Business and Thurgood Marshall School of Law have all received national recognition for the quality of programs offered and graduates produced. Countless students received their foundational training in biology and chemistry programs offered through our College of Science and Technology. In addition to these programs, we offer some of our top students entrance into the Thomas F. Freeman Honors College, an exclusive and demanding interdisciplinary program that equips members for success at the local, national and global levels. Our Urban Academic Village offers a select group of freshmen students enhanced 24/7 support, including specialized housing with professors, counselors and other high-achieving students. I wish you continued success and look forward to seeing you on campus in the near future enrolled as a student at Texas Southern University. Sincerely, John M. Rudley President 2 Texas Southern University
Greetings New Students, Parents and Family, Congratulations! Your admission into Texas Southern University is a testament to your personal and academic accomplishments. You have chosen an institution that values and supports your individual contributions. We want to empower you in and out of the classroom to make a positive impact in the lives of others while reaching your highest potential. We are eager to welcome you to New Student Orientation. During your orientation experience, you will explore new ideas and concepts. Learn how to get involved. Explore ways of making a difference in your collegiate experience. Maybe even discover a new passion. Above all we hope that you will have fun and make friends that last a lifetime. As you prepare to make the transition to Texas Southern University, make sure to take advantage of all the resources at your disposal. New Student Orientation gives you and your parents the opportunity to learn about resources that support student success at TSU. We will provide more information regarding transfer and career resources, financing your education and your academic division. You will have the opportunity to meet with faculty advisors, counselors and financial aid specialists. You can also tour our facilities and receive answers to your specific questions. Welcome to Texas Southern University. TSU Students, Faculties, and Staffs. Formula for Graduation in 4 Years Course Load Recommendation Each Fall Semester 15 hours, each Spring Semester 15 hours, one Summer Session of 3 hours following each of the sophomore and junior years. Semesters Freshman Year Sophomore Year Junior Year Senior Year Total Hours Hours 30 Hours 30 Hours 30 Hours 30 Hours 120 Hours Texas Southern University 3
Always have your name badge on you. Name badges are color coded according to the college/school. Jesse H. Jones School of Business School of Communication College of Education College of Liberal Arts and Behavioral Sciences Orientation 2013 August 19 20, 2013 Orientation 2013 August 19 20, 2013 Orientation 2013 August 19 20, 2013 Orientation 2013 August 19 20, 2013 Orientation 2013 August 19 20, 2013 Orientation 2013 August 19 20, 2013 Orientation 2013 August 19 20, 2013 Barbara Jordan Mickey Leland School of Public Affairs College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences College of Science and Technology If you have any questions at any time while you are on campus, ask any TSU Staff wearing this button. I am Texas Southern University HOW MAY I HELP YOU? TSU Athletics Remember to pick up Event Tickets from the Sterling Student Life Center Lobby. There is a different ticket for each event, and freshmen will be asked to put their Name, Phone Number and Email on the back of the ticket to be entered into a drawing. 4 Texas Southern University
Day 1, Monday August 19th, 2013 August 19 9:30 am - 10:30 am Sawyer Auditorium Attend the Welcome Session. Take a seat within the area designated for your college/school 9:30 am 9:45 am Welcome to TSU Dr. John Rudley, President All Schools/Colleges 9:45 am 9:55 am Graduate in 4 Years Dr. Sunny Ohia, Provost 9:55 am 10:15 am Freshman Orientation The Musical II 10:15 am 10:25 am Where to Go if you Need Help Mr. Thomas Meloncon, Department of Theater Dr. William Saunders, Dean of Students 10:25 am 10:30 am Tiger Alumni/Student Government Association Greetings Alumni Relations & SGA President August 19 10:30 am - 11:00 am Move to the location where your school/college is meeting to attend the College Session. Refer to the Campus Map in the center of this booklet to locate your school/college meeting location. College/School Building Name and # on the map Room # School of Business Jesse H. Jones Business Building (150) JHJ Auditorium, Room 113 College of Liberal Arts and Behavioral Sciences Granville M. Sawyer Auditorium (108) Sawyer Auditorium, Room 001 College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Roderick R. Paige School of Education (149) Education Auditorium, Room 116 School of Communications Martin Luther King Humanities Center (143) MLK Auditorium, Room 104 College of Education Roderick R. Paige School of Education (149) Education Building, Room 318 School of Public Affairs School of Public Affairs Building (151) Walter J. McCoy Auditorium, Room 114 College of Science & Technology New Science Building (165) New Science Building Atrium JHJ Bldg. Sawyer Auditorium Education Bldg. MLK Bldg. Public Affairs Bldg. Science Bldg. Texas Southern University 5
August 19 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Respective College Buildings Attend College Session Agenda in your school/college meeting location. School/College Rm# 11:00 am 11:15 am 11:15 am 11:30 am 11:30 am 11:45 am 11:45 am 12:00 pm Business - JHJ Auditorium 113 Liberal Arts - Sawyer Auditorium 001 Pharmacy - Education Auditorium 116 Communication - MLK Auditorium 104 Education - Education Building 318 Public Affairs - Walter J. McCoy Auditorium 114 Science & Tech. - New Science Building Atrium Welcome to your College - Dean Introduction of Department - Department Chairs Degree Plan/ Catalog - Advisors Student Session - Student ay 1 August 19 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm The Plaza UPC Presents TSU has spirit. Attend the Mini Spirit Rally held on the Plaza (Front of Student Center) with the band, football players, free t-shirts and small give-a-ways. Students will have the opportunity to learn new school spirit chants and songs. Student Center Café Student Center 1 st Floor M - F 7 am - 6 pm Wide variety: Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch, Dinner $7 - $15 Thurgood Marshall School of Law M - F 9 am - 5 pm Coffee shop, fresh made sandwiches, drinks smoothies, hot meals $5 - $12 Student Life Center 1 st Floor M - F 9 am - 8 pm Burgers, Hot Dogs, Fries, Onion Rings, Pizza, Bread Sticks, Drinks $2 - $8 Student Recreation Center M - F 9 am - 6 pm Hot and Cold sandwiches, Fresh Fruit, Drinks $4 - $10 Student Life Center 2 nd Floor M - F 11 am - 6 pm Wings, Wraps, salads, chicken tenders, salads, fajitas, quesadillas, red beans & rice, fries, burgers, ribs, drinks $4 - $15 Science Building Lobby M - F 9 am - 6 pm Bagels, Salads, Sandwiches, Drinks $4 - $12 6 Texas Southern University
August 19 2:00 pm - 4:45 pm Attend the General Information sessions. 2:00 pm 3:00 pm Education Auditorium Men-to-men session All Schools/ Colleges 2:00 pm 3:00 pm Sawyer Auditorium Women-to-women session 3:15 pm 4:00 pm Meet Financial Aid Sawyer Auditorium 4:00 pm 4:45 pm Athletics Session August 19 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm TSU Pavilions Freshman and Family BBQ. This is the first chance for the freshman and their family to mingle with some of the key student leaders and administrative staff before their parents leave. TSU Pavilions is located behind the Student Center. Remember to pick up your ticket for Freshman and Family BBQ from the Sterling Student Life Center Lobby. Parents and Family Orientation August 19 9:30 am - 12:00 pm Student Life Center 9:30 am 10:15 am Welcome to TSU Mr. Marcus Wiley 10:15 am 10:30 am Director of Athletics Dr. Charles McClelland 10:30 am 11:00 am Director of Financial Aid Ms. Linda Ballard 11: 00 am 12:00 pm TSU President, Provost, and Dean of Students August 19 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm The Plaza Attend lunch time activities on the Plaza. August 19 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm Student Life Center 2:00 pm 2:20 pm Freshman Orientation The Musical III: Six Nervous Parents Mr. Thomas Meloncon 2:20 pm - 3:00 pm TSU Chief of Police Mr. Roger Byars 3:00 pm 3:20 pm Registrar's Office Mrs. Marilynn Square Dr. John Rudley, Dr. Sunny Ohia, and Dr. William Saunders ay 1 3:20 pm - 3:40 pm TSU Health Center Mrs. Feloniece Davis-Marsaw 3:40 pm 4:00 pm Question and Answer Texas Southern University 7
Day 2, Tuesday August 20th, 2013 August 20 9:30 am - 12:00 pm & 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm Respective College Buildings Attend General Information Sessions at your school/college meeting locations. Parents are welcome to attend the General Information Session with the students on day 2. College/School Building Name and # on the map Room # School of Business Jesse H. Jones Business Building (150) JHJ Auditorium, Room 113 College of Liberal Arts and Behavioral Sciences Granville M. Sawyer Auditorium (108) Sawyer Auditorium, Room 001 College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Roderick R. Paige School of Education (149) Education Auditorium, Room 116 School of Communications Martin Luther King Humanities Center (143) MLK Auditorium, Room 104 ay 2 College of Education Roderick R. Paige School of Education (149) Education Building Room 318 School of Public Affairs School of Public Affairs Building (151) Walter J. McCoy Auditorium, Room 114 College of Science & Technology New Science Building (165) New Science Building Atrium August 20 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Student Center Ice Cream Social. Music and Ice Cream will be provided to help break-up the stress of registration for the freshman. August 20 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Sawyer Auditorium What to Wear and What Not to Wear Fashion Show. All freshmen are invited to this fun and informative fashion show that demonstrates what s appropriate and inappropriate to wear on campus. Remember to pick up your ticket for What to Wear and What not to Wear Fashion show from the Sterling Student Life Center Lobby. 10 Texas Southern University
UPC, SGA & Student Services Events Pick Up Event Tickets During Freshman Orientation week, the freshmen of Texas Southern University have the opportunity to become acclimated to Campus Life by being exposed to various events. All events are free to TSU Freshman. Tickets can be picked up in the Lobby of the Student Center Starting Monday, August 19th from 9:00 am 3:00 pm each day. There is a different ticket for each event, and freshmen will be asked to put their Name, Phone Number and Email on the back of the ticket to be entered into a drawing. Monday 8/19 12:00 pm SPIRIT DAY - The Plaza Mini Spirit Rally students will be introduced to The Ocean of Soul, football players and cheerleaders. Free give-a-ways and t-shirts will go to the first 300 students. Students will have the opportunity to learn new school spirit chants and songs. (No ticket necessary) Monday 8/19 6:00 pm Freshman and Family BBQ - TSU Pavilions This is the first chance for the freshmen and their families to mingle with some of the key student leaders and administrative staff before their parents leave. Tuesday 8/20 12:00 pm Ice Cream Social - Student Center Music and Ice Cream will be provided to help break-up the stress of registration. (No ticket necessary) Tuesday 8/20 7:00 pm What to Wear and What not to Wear Fashion show - Sawyer Auditorium All freshmen are invited to this fun and informative fashion show that demonstrates what s appropriate and inappropriate to wear on campus. This event will cover all areas from what to and what not to wear in class, the tiger walk, athletic games, and even professional interviews. This event will also cover key necessities that will help get through a successful year of college. Wednesday 8/21 11:00 am Scavenger Hunt - Student Center Lobby UPC presents the world famous TSU Scavenger Hunt. Freshmen will learn their way around campus in teams of no more than 4. The students will have a great time and run into unexpected things while competing against each other. Wednesday 8/21 5:00 pm Alumni Mixer - Student Center Lobby Members of the TSU National Alumni Association will host a fun and entertaining meet and greet for TSU Freshmen. (no ticket necessary) Wednesday 8/21 8:00 pm Movie Night - University Plaza All students are invited to come out and enjoy an outdoor movie. Be sure to bring your blankets, and enjoy hot fresh popcorn. Thursday 8/22 9:00 am Friday 8/23 9:00 am TSU invades the city of Houston TSU buses will travel around Houston showcasing various landmarks. Stops on the 3 hour tour may include but are not limited to: Downtown Reliant Stadium The Museum District Houston Galleria Final stop - Wal-Mart (Starts in the Student Center Lobby, Bus leaves at 9 am and 1 pm) Thursday 8/22 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Friday 8/23 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Recreation Center Field Day The TSU Recreation Center will be open for a day of fun and activities. Activities will include: Swimming Volleyball Basketball Weight Training Aerobics And many more (This is a whole day event, you can check-in and check-out at any time. No ticket necessary.) Friday 8/23 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Meet the Greeks @ The Point Here is the opportunity for freshmen to meet all of the different Greek Letter organizations on campus and enjoy some music and hotdogs before classes begin on Monday. Texas Southern University 11
ay 3, 4, 5 Day 3-5, Wednesday - Friday August 21st - 23rd, 2013 August 2 1 11:00 am - 2:30 pm Student Center Lobby Scavenger Hunt. UPC presents the world famous TSU Scavenger Hunt. Freshmen will learn their way around campus in teams of no more than 4. The students will have a great time and run into unexpected things while competing against each other. Remember to pick up your ticket for SCAVENGER HUNT from the Sterling Student Life Center Lobby. August 2 1 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Student Center Lobby Alumni Mixer. Members of the TSU National Alumni Association will host a fun and entertaining meet and greet for TSU Freshmen. August 2 1 8:00 pm University Plaza Movie Night. All students are invited to come out and enjoy an outdoor movie. Be sure to bring your blankets, and enjoy hot fresh popcorn. (University Plaza located between Student Center and Sawyer Auditorium). Remember to pick up your ticket for MOVIE NIGHT from the Sterling Student Life Center Lobby. August 2 2 & 23 9:00 am Student Center Lobby TSU invades the city of Houston. TSU buses will travel around Houston showcasing various landmarks. Stops on the 3 hour tour may include but are not limited to: Downtown Houston Galleria Reliant Stadium Final stop - Wal-Mart The Museum District (Starts in the Student Center Lobby, Bus leaves at 9 am and 1 pm) Remember to pick up your ticket for TSU invades the city of Houston from the Sterling Student Life Center Lobby. August 22 & 23 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Recreation Center Field Day The TSU Recreation Center will be open for a day of fun and activities. Activities will include: Swimming Weight Training Volleyball Aerobics Basketball And many more (This is a whole day event, you can check-in and check-out at any time.) August 2 3 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm The Point Meet the Greeks @ The Point. Here is the opportunity for freshmen to meet all of the different Greek Letter organizations on campus and enjoy some music and hotdogs before classes begin on Monday. (The Point located behind the Student Center). Remember to pick up your ticket for Meet the Greeks @ The Point from the Sterling Student Life Center Lobby. 12 Texas Southern University
Get Involved Campus Organizations Barbara Jordan - Mickey Leland School of Public Affairs Political Science Club Public Affairs Club College of Education Chi Sigma Iota Health and Kinesiology TSU Counseling Association College of Science & Technology Chinese Overseas Transportation Association Epsilon Gamma Iota Health Occupation Students of America Institute of Transportation Engineers Intelligent Transportation Society Maritime Student Association TSU Maroon Tails - Women in Aviation International TSU Pre-Nursing Association College of Liberal Arts & Behavioral Sciences Kappa Kappa Psi National Honorary Band Fraternity Pi Delta Phi - French Club Sociology Scholars Association Tau Beta Sigma National Honorary Band Sorority University Players Theatre Organization College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences African Pharmacy Student Association American Pharmaceutical Association Kappa Psi Pharmaceutical Fraternity Inc. Lambda Beta: National Honor Society for the Professional Respiratory Care Phi Delta Chi Pharmacy Fraternity Phi Lambda Sigma National Pharmacy Leadership Society Pre-Health Professions Club Student Environmental Health Association Student Healthcare Executive Association Student National Pharmaceutical Association Student Society of Health System Pharmacists TSU Clinical Laboratory Science Association Cultural African Student Association Chinese Student and Scholar Association Hispanic Student Association International Student Organization Jesse H. Jones School of Business American Marketing Association Entrepreneurship Club National Association of Black Accountants TSU Pre-Law Chapter Multi-Cultural Greek Council Kappa Delta Chi Sorority Inc. Sigma Lambda Beta International Inc. Sigma Lambda Gamma National Sorority Inc. Omega Delta Phi Fraternity Inc. Mutual Interest California Club Environmental Student Club Epsilon Xi Gamma, Incorporated Groove Phi Groove Social Fellowship, Inc. Habitat for Humanity KINKS- A Natural Hair Care Club MIDWEST Club National Association for the Advancement of Colored People Pre-Alumni Association Rho Chi Psi - Recruitment and Retention Organization School to School Studio TSU Turn Up Foundation UNICEF at TSU National Pan Hellenic Council Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. Iota Phi Theta Fraternity Inc. Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc. Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Inc. Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Inc. Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc. Professional Collegiate 100 Black Men Collegiate 100 Black Women National Society of Collegiate Scholars Sigma Pi Alpha Forensic and Dialectical Symposium- Debate Team TSU Student Veterans of America Spiritual Alpha Lambda Omega Sorority Inc. Baptist Student Ministry Catholic Student Organization Life Change Lighthouse Campus Fellowship Living Testimony Gospel Choir Tigers for Christ Wesley Foundation Sports & Recreational Sports Studies and Leadership Association Student Athlete Advisory Committee TSU Dance Company TSU Dancing Tigers Thomas F. Freeman Honors College Ambassadors of Academic Excellence Thurgood Marshall School of Law 3L Class African Law Students Association APALSA Black Law Students Association BOA/Moot Court Caribbean Law Society Christian Legal Society Energy Law Gender, Race & Justice Journal Hispanic Law Students Association Honor Court International Law Student Association Law Review League of United Latin American Citizens Outlaw TMSL Phi Alpha Delta Public Interest Law Association Student Bar Association United Law Students Association Campus Organization is Located in the Sterling Student Center, Room 215 Texas Southern University 13
Campus Resources Student Support Women s Resources Center The Women s Resources Center is an on-campus resource serving students, staff, faculty and members of the community. Located in room 213 of the Sterling Student Life Center, the Women s Resources Center is committed to enhancing the lives of every TSU student through advocacy, awareness, education, professionalism and personal development of diverse groups of women. For more information, call (713) 313-6787. Parking Decal and Access card Parking decals and access cards can be picked up at West Side Garage. For more information, call 713-313-7084 (parking decals), 713-313-4434 (access card). University Identification The University Identification Card (Tiger One Card) can be picked up at Sterling Student Life Center, Room 232. For more information, call 713-313-7029 Library The Robert James Terry Library serves the information and research needs of the entire university campus with the exception of the Thurgood Marshall School of Law Library which is located in the Thurgood Marshall School of Law Building. For more information, call 713-313-7148 - R. J. Terry Library, 713-313-4455 - Thurgood Marshall School of Law Library. STUDENT HEALTH CENTER The Student Health Center is located on Tierwester, next to the General Services Building. The Health Center is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. If emergency care is needed, call the Campus Police at (713) 313-7000. University COUNSELING CENTER The mission is to help students enhance their academic and personal well being. The UCC provides personal counseling, crisis intervention, drug and alcohol education and outreach to TSU students. The UCC is located in the Student Health Center. For information, call (713) 313-7804. Student LIFE CENTER The Ernest S. Sterling Student Life Center is the hub of activities at Texas Southern University. For more information, call (713) 313-7068. The University Bookstore You can buy textbooks, magazines, snacks, student aids, test materials, and TSU Tiger apparel in the bookstore. Location: Sterling Student Life Center, For more information, call (713) 313-7030. Cooperative Education and Placement Services The Cooperative Education and Placement Services Office is designed to provide support services that will help students develop and/or enhance job seeking skills. The Co-op and Placement Center is located in Room 152 of the Fairchild Building. For services and more information visit the Cooperative Education and Placement Services Office or call (713) 313-7541. Veterans Affairs Information on the TSUVRC can be found on Facebook, Twitter, the newsletter The Scuttlebutt and on TSU s website. For additional information please call 713-313-7327 or visit our website at em.tsu.edu/registrar/veteran.php Office of Disabilities In maintaining compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended, the University ensures that equal opportunities are provided to persons with disabilities in all its facilities, programs, activities, and services. Contact the Office of Disability Services for additional information, at (713) 313-4210 or stop by the Student Health Center. 14 Texas Southern University
Name Phone Admissions [Undergraduate] 713-313-7071 or 7849 Registrar 713-313-7071 or 4327 Financial Aid 713-313-7071 or 7802 Bursar s Office 713-313-6850 or 6854 International Students Office 713-313-7094 TSU Campus [Main] 713-313-7011 Graduate School 713-313-4410 Athletics 713-313-7271 Athletic Ticket Hotline 713-313-1954 Barber Shop 713-313-7812 Bookstore 713-313-7030 Campus Dining Service 713-313-4489 Career Planning/Cooperative Education 713-313-7346 College of Continuing Education 713-313-7224 Student Billing and Accounts 713-313-7976 University Counseling Center 713-313-7804 Drug and Alcohol Education 713-313-7804 Thomas F. Freeman Honors College 713-313-7458 Gameroom 713-313-6833 Health Center 713-313-7173 TSU Herald Newspaper 713-313-6710 Intramural Sports 713-313-6897 Student Services/Judicial Affairs 713-313-7956 KTSU Radio 713-313-7591 R. J. Terry Library 713-313-7402 University Post Office 713-313-7032 Residential Life and Housing 713-313-7206 Scholarships 713-313-7104 Services for Students with Disabilities 713-313-4210 Student Organizations 713-313-4233 Testing Center 713-313-6838 TSU Police Department 713-313-7000 TSU Recreation and Wellness Center 713-313-6885 Tiger One Card Office 713-313-7029 Parking Operations 713-313-4433 Campus Events 713-313-1000 For any information, call Customer Service at 713-313-7011 Texas Southern University 15
The Alma Mater Verse The air is filled as our voices ring From earth to the heav ns above. With voices raised, we re singing praise, To the school we dearly love. Refrain Hail! Hail! Hail! to Texas Southern; Hail, to our dear Maroon and Gray. Undivided we will stand By the greatest in the land. T-S-U, T-S-U, we love you. All roads lead to Texas Southern, Paved with light for one and all. T-S-U re a shining star, And we re proud of what you are, T-S-U, T-S-U, we love you. Hail! Hail! Hail! to Texas Southern; Hail to our Chiefs in reverence we sing. In our hearts you ll always stay As you lead us on our way, T-S-U, T-S-U, we love you. Words and music by C.A. Tolbert To find out more about Texas Southern University, visit us at http://www.em.tsu.edu or write us at Texas Southern University Office of Enrollment Services - Bell Building 2nd Floor 3100 Cleburne Street TSU Box 1855 Houston, Texas 77004 Phone: (713) 313-7071 Fax: (713) 313-7471 Email: admissions@tsu.edu