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Welcome home, ‘Yotes! I offer you a warm welcome and an exciting invitation to one of the greatest decisions you’ve ever made: becoming part of the Coyote legacy. I am truly humbled to be the one to welcome you to your new home. Be ready to challenge yourself academically. USD has some of the best professors around and they’re all here to help you become the best you can be. Be sure to build relationships with the staff here and utilize the resources offered to students to ensure your success! This handbook is a small insight to the many opportunities USD has to offer each and every one of you as well as policies and procedures that will impact your day-to-day life here. Take some time to look it over and see all that USD has to offer. While you are here for a degree, it's important to look for opportunities to broaden your horizons outside the classroom. Between study abroad, research, and over 120 student organizations ranging from service-learning to pre-professional, from interest groups to random hobbies, you’re sure to find something that fits your interests. To top it all off, athletic events are always a great way to get out and have some fun while cheering our fellow Coyotes on to victory. Each student that comes to USD makes an impact on the Coyote legacy, and each student brings a new perspective. This is a community you’ll never forget and a home you’ll always have. As your student body President, it is my job to be a valuable resource to you. As the governing body of the students, SGA is here to serve you as best we can and to do that we need everyone on board. Don’t hesitate to contact me at [email protected] or stop by our office across from the bookstore anytime between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. The ‘Yote life is a legacy passed down from generations of amazing alumni waiting for you to continue that tradition onward. I cannot wait to see what new and exciting ideas you bring. Welcome to the pack! Go ‘Yotes! Nathaniel Steinlicht President, USD Student Government Association ii Dear University of South Dakota students: It is my pleasure to send a warm welcome to you for the 2016-17 year. The beginning of a new academic year is an exciting time in higher education and this is a great time to be a Coyote. The mission for Student Services is to provide diverse educational and social opportunities as well as guidance for students to learn and develop skills to be successful in a global society. Our vision is to empower students by providing dynamic experiences that promote excellence and assist students in reaching their goals, while developing a sense of purpose, tradition and community at USD. I invite and encourage you to participate in activities and organizations available through Student Services as research demonstrates that students who are involved in their collegiate career are more likely to be successful. Please take some time to review this Student Handbook which provides valuable information regarding safety, activities you can become engaged in and services provided. Take advantage of the opportunities that are available to you both in and out of the classroom and build as many diverse relationships as possible. Set high standards for yourself, make good choices and take time to reflect on your experiences. If you need assistance, ask for help; we are here to serve you. At USD you will find a community that is student centered and focused on student success. As the VP/Dean of Students, I am here to promote an inclusive environment that is responsive to all students and be your advocate, so please do not hesitate to contact me at [email protected]. Best wishes for a great academic year. Go Yotes! Dr. Kim Grieve, Vice President and Dean of Students iii TABLE OF CONTENTS General Information Class Management.............................................................................................................. 1 Emergency Procedure Guidelines ..................................................................................... 1 Identification Card and Number ......................................................................................... 2 Instructor-Initiated Drops ................................................................................................... 2 Transcripts .......................................................................................................................... 2 University Police Department ............................................................................................ 3 Withdrawal From the University ......................................................................................... 3 Services for Students Academic Commons ........................................................................................................... 4 USD Bookstore……………………… .................................. …………………………………… 4 Campus Dining Services………............................................... ……………………………… 4 Career Planning Services ................................................................................................... 5 Center for Academic & Global Engagement ..................................................................... 6 Center for Teaching and Learning ..................................................................................... 7 Childcare (Vucurevich Children’s Center) ......................................................................... 7 Counseling & School Psychological Services Center ...................................................... 7 Dental Hygiene Services .................................................................................................... 8 Disability Services .............................................................................................................. 8 Financial Aid........................................................................................................................ 9 Global Learning Programs ................................................................................................. 9 Health Insurance ............................................................................................................... 10 Information Technology Services .................................................................................... 11 International Student Services Office .............................................................................. 11 Legal Aid ............................................................................................................................ 12 Libraries ............................................................................................................................. 12 Muenster University Center .............................................................................................. 13 Notary Public Service ....................................................................................................... 14 Office For Diversity ........................................................................................................... 14 Psychological Services Center ........................................................................................ 14 Registrar’s Office .............................................................................................................. 14 Scholarships ..................................................................................................................... 14 Scottish Rite Speech, Language, and Hearing Center ................................................... 15 Student Services ............................................................................................................... 15 Vice President/Dean of Students .......................................................................... 15 Leadership Programs ............................................................................................ 16 Center for Diversity & Community ...................................................................... 16 Native Student Services ........................................................................................ 17 Programming ........................................................................................................ 17 Sorority & Fraternity Life ...................................................................................... 18 Student Counseling Center .................................................................................. 18 Student Health Services........................................................................................ 18 Student Rights & Responsibilities ....................................................................... 19 Student Veterans Resource Center ...................................................................... 19 iv University Housing ................................................................................................ 19 Wellness Center .................................................................................................... 19 Veteran’s Services ............................................................................................................ 20 Western Undergraduate Exchange .................................................................................. 20 Activities and Organization Art Galleries ...................................................................................................................... 21 Athletics 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