Green & Gold GUIDE

2016-17 ACADEMIC YEAR information and resources TABLE OF CONTENTS About this guide...... 1 INTRO 2016-17 academic and registration calendar...... 2 Orientation Part Two reminder...... 4

Advising...... 5 Grading system...... 6 Code of Conduct...... 7 Undergraduate programs...... 9 Academic Success Center...... 10 Registration...... 11 Math requirements...... 14 General education courses...... 15 ACADEMICS Learning Communities...... 16 Study Abroad...... 17 Blackboard...... 17

Your financial aid plan...... 20 Accepting financial aid awards...... 22 Billing and payment...... 24 Common financial aid terms...... 26 Graduation plan...... 27 FINANCES Aid eligibility...... 28 Estimated costs...... 30

Freshmen Quest...... 33 Transfer student services...... 33 Campus resources...... 34 Libraries...... 36 Safety...... 38 Health and wellness...... 41 Computing & Information Technology – C&IT...... 41 STUDENT Student veterans...... 43 SERVICES WSU extension centers...... 44 International students and multicultural engagement...... 45

Student organizations and activities...... 47 Athletics...... 48 Campus housing...... 50 OneCard...... 53 Advice from current students...... 54 CAMPUS Parking and shuttle service...... 56 LIFE Dining, banking and retail...... 58

WSU history and strategic plan...... 61 Inside the university...... 63 Our neighborhood...... 64 After orientation...... 66 WSU & Campus map...... 68 Academic plan example Class schedule example Financial aid worksheet Financial aid plan Authorization to release records (FERPA) example FORMS Reverse Transfer Transcript Request form

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WELCOME

Welcome to Wayne State University and thank you for joining us at New Student Orientation.

Orientation is when you’ll learn how to be a successful Wayne State student. At Wayne State, we have high expectations of you — in and outside of the classroom. Your professors and peers will challenge you to ask questions, gain insight from others whose backgrounds and life experiences may differ from your own, and discover everything your education can offer you. Your academic advisor will support your goals, make sure you stay on track for graduation, and give you an opportunity to reflect on your own learning and achievement.

As a premier urban , WSU offers an abundance of opportunity and all the support you’ll need to take advantage of this opportunity. We have academic, health, wellness, multicultural and social support all around campus — we are here to help you. To start you off, we have created this guide with contact information so you can proactively reach out for assistance. While there is much information in this Green & Gold Guide, you can find complete details online by using the Web addresses listed throughout the book.

We hope your orientation experience makes you feel confident about preparing for your future at Wayne State University and beyond. Ask questions, seek advice and get to know one another. We look forward to helping you graduate.

Sincerely,

Monica Brockmeyer Associate for Student Success

1 2016-17 academic and registration calendar

FALL 2016 WINTER 2017

Schedule of classes available online Monday, February 29 Monday, October 10 Monday, March 28- Monday, October 31- Priority registration Sunday, August 21 Sunday, January 1 Open registration Monday, August 22- Monday, January 2- (Additional $35 fee for initial registration only.) Tuesday, August 30 Sunday, January 8 Classes begin Wednesday, August 31 Monday, January 9 Late registration Wednesday, August 31- Monday, January 9- (Additional $70 for initial registration only.) Wednesday, September 14 Monday, January 23 Holiday – university closed Monday, September 5 Monday, January 16 Last day to drop full-term classes with Wednesday, September 14 Monday, January 23 tuition cancellation Census date Wednesday, September 14 Monday, January 23 Thursday, September 15- Monday, January 23- Early academic assessment (midterm grading) Wednesday, October 19 Monday, February 27 Late drops: Classes dropped on Academica will Thursday, September 15- Tuesday, January 24- not appear on your record. There is no tuition Wednesday, September 28 Sunday, February 5 cancellation for late drops. Course withdrawals: In Academica, under Student Thursday, September 29- Monday, February 6- Resources, select Registration, then Course Sunday, November 13 Sunday, March 26 Withdrawal. SMART Check is required; see page 11. Degree applications due Friday, September 30 Friday, February 10 Monday, March 13- Spring break – no classes Saturday, March 18 Last day to request course withdrawal Sunday, November 13 Sunday, March 26 Holiday – no classes Wednesday, November 23 Thursday, November 24- Holiday – university closed Saturday, November 26 Commencement TBD TBD Classes end Monday, December 12 Monday, April 24 Study day Tuesday, December 13 Tuesday, April 25 Wednesday, December 14- Wednesday, April 26- Final exams Tuesday, December 20 Tuesday, May 2 Monday, December 26- Holiday – university closed Sunday, January 1 University re-opens after semester break Monday, January 2

Note: Subject to change. See reg.wayne.edu for up-to-date information.

2 | Green & Gold Guide SPRING/SUMMER 2017 SPRING 2017 SUMMER 2017

Schedule of classes available Monday, January 23 Monday, January 23 Monday, January 23 online Monday, February 6- Monday, February 6- Monday, February 6- Priority registration Sunday, May 7 Sunday, May 7 Tuesday, June 27 Classes begin Monday, May 8 Monday, May 8 Wednesday, June 28 Monday, May 8- Monday, May 8- Wednesday, June 28- Late registration Sunday, May 21 Sunday, May 14 Wednesday, July 5 Last day to drop full-term classes Sunday, May 21 Sunday, May 14 with tuition cancellation Late drops: Classes dropped on Academica will not appear on Monday, May 22- Monday, May 15- your record. There is no tuition Sunday, June 4 Sunday, May 21 cancellation for late drops. Holiday – university closed Monday, May 29 Monday, May 29 Day scheduled as a Monday Friday, June 2 Friday, June 2 Course withdrawals: In Academica, under Student Monday, June 5- Monday, May 22- Resources, select Registration, Sunday, July 16 Sunday, June 11 then Course Withdrawal. SMART Check is required; see page 11. Degree applications due Friday, June 9 Friday, June 9 Friday, June 9 Holiday – university closed Tuesday, July 4 Tuesday, July 4 Census date Wednesday, July 5 Wednesday, July 5 Wednesday, July 5 Last day to drop full-term classes Wednesday, July 5 with tuition cancellation Late drops: Classes dropped on Academica will not appear on Thursday, July 6- your record. There is no tuition Wednesday, July 12 cancellation for late drops. Day scheduled as a Tuesday Friday, July 7 Course withdrawals: In Academica, under Student Thursday, July 13- Resources, select Registration, Wednesday, August 2 then Course Withdrawal. SMART Check is required; see page 11. Last day to request course Sunday, July 16 Sunday, June 11 Wednesday, August 2 withdrawal Classes end Friday, July 28 Friday, June 23 Tuesday, August 15 Study day Saturday, July 29 Saturday, June 24 Wednesday, August 16 Monday, July 31- Monday, June 26- Thursday, August 17- Final exams Thursday, August 3 Tuesday, June 27 Friday, August 18

3 NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION PART TWO — O2 August 29-30, 2016

We have a full schedule of special activities planned to connect you with student leaders and members of the Wayne State community.

Learn more about joining student organizations at FestiFall, and invite your family members to attend New Student Convocation.

Freshmen are required to attend Orientation Part Two. wayne.edu/orientation/two

Watch your WSU email for further details this summer!

4 | Green & Gold Guide ACADEMICS ACADEMICS Please don’t procrastinate. Make sure you are prioritizing and putting your most important work first. Time management is extremely important in college — you have to plan your day to the hour to make sure that you are using your time wisely.

— Krystal Robinson Marketing Detroit Class of 2017

Warrior wordsSee pageof 54 for morewisdom advice from current students Who is my advisor? Know what we mean Students can schedule an appointment online Common academic advising terms through WAMS — the Wayne Advising Management Academica: An Internet gateway that provides single System — by visiting wams.wayne.edu. sign-on and secure access to WSU computer systems (such College of Liberal Arts and Sciences: Students as WSU email and calendars, Blackboard and OneCard) as who enter the university with a declared CLAS well as university, library and computing resources, and major will meet with an academic advisor for their financial aid. specific major. You can find your advisor online at Academic advisor: Professional staff or faculty clas.wayne.edu/advisor. members who help students determine their requirements Pre-Medicine and Health Science Center: Provides for graduation, select appropriate courses and connect to prerequisite advising, academic support and campus resources. professional development strategies for students Academic plan: A semester-by-semester, four-year plan interested in pre-med, pre-dental, pre-nursing, of the courses a student needs to successfully complete and pre-pharmacy and health sciences professional their degree. Because some classes must be taken in a programs. Visit wayne.edu/advising/pre-health to particular order, this outline keeps students on track and schedule an appointment with an academic advisor takes the uncertainty out of registration. Meet with an at 1600 David Adamany Undergraduate Library. academic advisor to create an academic plan in Degree See facebook.com/WSUPreHealth or call Works that is specific to your program, and see the Forms 313-577-2680 for more information. section in the back of this guide for an example. CLAS Exploratory Tracks: Undergraduate students Blackboard: This online resource connects you to who are not ready to choose a major upon your professors and classmates. You’ll find your syllabus, admission may select an Exploratory Track that best textbook requirements and homework assignments here. fits their interests. Academic advisors work with Log on to blackboard.wayne.edu with your AccessID these students in a purposeful and programmatic and password, then scroll to the bottom of the page to way to help them explore the majors that WSU take a free, self-paced online tutorial. See page 17 for more has to offer while making progress in general information. education and college requirements (limited to 45 credit hours, upon which time a major must be Bulletin: Intended to provide academic information declared). You will meet with your academic advisor and course descriptions, it specifies the requirements at 1600 David Adamany Undergraduate Library. See that must be met and the courses that must be taken to advising.wayne.edu or call 313-577-2680 for more complete each degree: bulletins.wayne.edu. information. Corequisite (coreq): A course that is paired with Each department in the College of Fine, Performing another course and must be taken the same semester and Communication Arts has its own academic (such as a lecture/lab combination). advisors. Students should go to cfpca.wayne.edu Declaring or changing your major: Students in to find the right academic advisor for their major. the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences can use the Students pursuing a degree in the College of “Declare/Change Major” link in Academica under Student Engineering should contact the advisor for their Resources. Follow the prompts, use the pull-down menu specific program. Visit engineering.wayne.edu to select your major and click Done when finished. For and click on Current Students for a list of academic students interested in declaring or changing their major advisors and faculty members. in Education; Business; Engineering; or Fine, Performing and Communication Arts, please see an advisor in the College of Education academic advisors have walk- department in which your desired major is located. in appointments every Tuesday (excluding holidays) from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. in Education Building Room 489, General education requirements: Classes in addition or you can call Student Services (313-577-1601) to to major professional courses that are needed to ensure make an appointment. Visit coe.wayne.edu. fundamental skills and a well-rounded education. Some majors require choosing from a preselected list to fulfill Students majoring in accounting, finance, global these requirements. supply chain management, information systems management, management or marketing receive Learning Community: A team of students — led by an advising from the School of Business. upperclassman peer mentor and faculty member — who Walk-in advising is held every Tuesday (excluding work together toward course or program goals, supporting holidays) from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. in Prentis Building each other in study groups and other activities outside the Room 200. Call Student Services (313-577-4510) classroom. There is no additional charge beyond standard in the Mike Ilitch School of Business to schedule an tuition. See page 16 and lc.wayne.edu for details. appointment. Visit ilitchbusiness.wayne.edu. Prerequisite (prereq): A course or qualifying exam that is required before enrolling in a desired class.

ACADEMICS | 5 Grade and credit policies Marks Undergraduate student classification An I (Incomplete) is given to an undergraduate student when they Freshman 0-28.99 credits have not completed all of the coursework as planned for the term Sophomore 29-55.99 credits and when there is, in the judgment of the instructor, a reasonable Junior 56-87.99 credits probability that the student will complete the course successfully Senior 88 or more credits without again attending regular class sessions. The student should be passing at the time the grade of I is given. A written contract Undergraduate grading system specifying the work to be completed should be signed by the A Excellent 4.0 student and instructor. Responsibility for completing all coursework A- Excellent 3.67 rests with the student. ANC Excellent No credit The I will be changed to a letter grade when the student completes B+ Good 3.33 the coursework as arranged with the instructor or, if the instructor B Good 3.0 has left the university, with the chairperson of the department B- Good 2.67 or other instructional unit. Work must be completed within one BNC Good No credit calendar year. There are no extensions. C+ Fair 2.33 An I will not be awarded if, in the instructor’s judgment, it is C Fair 2.0 necessary for the student to attend subsequent sessions of the C- Fair 1.67 class. If regular attendance is necessary to complete coursework, CNC Fair No credit the student must register for the class for the semester in which attendance is planned. The student will be assessed tuition and D+ Poor 1.33 applicable fees for the second registration. If the student decides D Poor 1.0 to register for the course subsequent to the assignment of an I, D- Poor 0.67 then the mark of I for the original election will be changed to a F Failure 0.0 WP (Withdrawal/Passing) and the student will be responsible for P Passed ---- tuition and applicable fees for the second registration. Students are PNC Passed No credit responsible for notifying the department offering the course that they have reregistered for the course so that the I is not changed N Not passed ---- to an F (Failure). NNC Not passed No credit S Satisfactory ---- Any unchanged I will, within one calendar year from the time it was SNC Satisfactory No credit received, be changed to an F. U Unsatisfactory ---- WF (Official Withdrawal Failing) is given when the student UNC Unsatisfactory ---- withdraws from the course in accordance with the university M Marginal pass ---- policy and the student had earned a failing grade as of the MNC Marginal No credit date the withdrawal is approved.

Grade points are calculated per credit. WN (Withdrawal Non-Attendance) is given to students who did P, N, S, U, M, ANC, BNC, CNC, PNC, not attend any classes and/or had no graded work by the NNC, SNC and MNC grades are not withdrawal date. reflected in the grade point average. Undergraduate courses completed with WP (Official Withdrawal Passing) is given when the student drops a P may count toward a degree. S, M or the course in accordance with the university policy and U performance in non-degree courses the student had earned a passing grade as of the date the and certain designated courses such as withdrawal is approved. fieldwork, practicums and internships Y (Deferred) is given when the student is up-to-date with the do not affect grade point averages. work of a course planned to continue beyond the semester (i.e., essay, thesis, dissertation and certain courses taken in sequence).

Z (Audit) is given when the student has formally registered for the course for audit. The student’s academic dean or designee must provide written audit authorization to the student at the time of registration.

6 | Green & Gold Guide Grade point average The grade point average is the numerical index of your scholastic average. Points are assigned to each letter grade for each hour of credit. For example, a grade of A in a class carrying three credits would be assigned 12 honor points (3x4) and a grade of a C in a class carrying 4 credits would be assigned eight honor points (4x2).

To compute your grade point average, multiply the honor points assigned to each grade by the number of credits for each course; then add the results and divide by the total number of credits. In the example below, the grade point average would be 20 (honor points) divided by 7 (credits attempted) = 2.85, nominally a B- average. Course Grade Honor Credits Total points HIS 1040 A 4 x 3 = 12 (8 + 12 = 20) ÷ (3 + 4 = 7) BIO 1010 C 2 x 4 = 8 GPA = 2.85

You also can use the GPA calculator at reg.wayne.edu/students/gpa.php.

Fabrication: Intentional or unauthorized falsification or Student Code of Conduct invention of any information or citation, such as knowingly attributing citations to the wrong source or listing a fake The primary purpose of the Student Code of Conduct is reference in the paper or bibliography. to promote campus civility and academic integrity and to provide the framework for the imposition of discipline Other: Selling, buying or stealing all or part of a in the university setting. The code gives general notice of or term paper, unauthorized use of resources, enlisting prohibited conduct and of the sanctions to be imposed if in the assistance of a substitute when taking exams, such conduct occurs. The code specifies the rights of the destroying another’s work, threatening or exploiting student and the rights of other parties to the procedure. students or instructors, or any other violation of course rules as contained in the course syllabus or other written The code is designed to ensure that students who are information. alleged to have engaged in unacceptable behavior receive fair and impartial consideration. It is important that each Sanctions if a student is found responsible for academic of us become familiar with the Student Code of Conduct misconduct: and share the responsibility for maintaining a reputable university committed to academic excellence. Disciplinary reprimand: A formal notification to the student that their conduct has been unacceptable and a For more information and to read the Student Code of warning that another offense may result in a more serious Conduct, visit the Dean of Students Office website at sanction. doso.wayne.edu. Disciplinary probation: A disciplinary status that does not interfere with the student’s rights to enroll and attend classes but that includes specified requirements or Academic misconduct restrictions.

Academic misconduct is any activity that tends to Suspension: A denial of privilege to continue as a student compromise the academic integrity of the institution or anywhere in the university and denial of all student rights undermine the education process. Examples of academic and privileges for a specified period of time. misconduct include: Expulsion: A permanent denial of the privilege of Plagiarism: To take and use another’s words or ideas as continuing or enrolling as a student anywhere within the your own without appropriate referencing or citation. university and permanent denial of all student rights and Cheating: Intentionally using or attempting to use or privileges. intentionally providing unauthorized materials, information Transcript disciplinary record: An entry onto the student’s or assistance in any academic exercise. This includes transcript permanently or for a specified period of time, copying from another student’s test paper, allowing indicating the violation and sanction imposed. another student to copy from your test, using unauthorized material during an exam and submitting a term paper Other sanctions: Other sanctions may be imposed instead for a current class that has been submitted in a past class of or in addition to those specified above. without appropriate permission.

ACADEMICS | 7 Alumni Association

You’re just getting started at Wayne State, but you’re already part of the alumni family! Yes, the Wayne State Alumni Association offers special opportunities for current students:

Career Series programs and webinars

Volunteering opportunities

Networking events

Scholarships alumni.wayne.edu/future

futurealumni_ad2.indd 1 1/12/16 2:27 PM Undergraduate programs Whether you walk onto campus knowing exactly where you want to go or you’re searching for your passion, Wayne State stands ready with hundreds of undergraduate program options. For more details, visit wayne.edu/programs. Biomedical Physics Business For undecided students ilitchbusiness.wayne.edu Chemistry Many students aren’t ready to pick a Accounting Classics (Greek and Latin) major right away. If you’re undecided, Finance Communication Sciences we have a program to help first-year Global Supply Chain Management and Disorders freshmen test the waters. These Management Computer Science (B.A.) exploratory tracks are limited to 45 credit Management Information Systems Criminal Justice hours or less; after completion you Marketing Dietetics Economics must declare a major. Your advisor will Education Employment and Labor Relations be there to help every step of the way. coe.wayne.edu English Communication Arts3 Elementary Education (K-8) Environmental Science Fine Arts3 Health Education (6-12) Film Studies Humanities3 Instructional Technology Gender, Sexuality and Life Sciences3 Kinesiology (K-12) Women’s Studies Music3 Secondary Education (6-12) Geology Performing Arts3 Special Education (K-12) German Physical Sciences/Mathematics3 Global Studies Social Sciences3 Engineering History engineering.wayne.edu Information Systems Technology Computer Science (B.S.) Jewish Studies (minor only) Pre-Professional Curricula Engineering Latino/a and Latin If your ultimate career goal requires 1 - Biomedical American Studies (co-major) much more than an undergraduate - Chemical Linguistics degree, Wayne State can help you get - Civil Mathematical Economics there. These pre-professional programs - Electrical Mathematics are not majors, but are designed to - General Near Eastern Languages put you in prime position for advanced - Industrial (Arabic and Hebrew) schooling. - Mechanical 3 Near Eastern Studies Pre-Dentistry Technology Nutrition and Food Science 3 1 Pre-Law - Computer Peace and Conflict Studies (co-major) 3 1 Pre-Medicine - Construction Management Philosophy 3 1 - Electric Transportation Physics Pre-Veterinary Medicine 1 - Electrical/Electronic Engineering Political Science 1 - Electromechanical Engineering Psychology 1 Honors College - Manufacturing Engineering Public Affairs - Mechanical Engineering1 honors.wayne.edu Public Health The Irvin D. Reid Honors College is Religious Studies (minor only) for motivated students who thrive on Fine, Performing and Romance Languages (French, Communication Arts academic challenges. Honors students Italian and Spanish) can pursue any major. They may also cfpca.wayne.edu Slavic Studies (Polish and Russian) Art apply to participate in a Start program, Sociology which sets the course directly for Art History Urban Studies Communication Studies at Wayne State. Dance Nursing B Start (Business) Design nursing.wayne.edu HealthPro Start-Pharmacy Design and Merchandising Nursing1,2 Wayne Med-Direct Film Journalism Pharmacy and - Broadcast and Digital Media Health Sciences Graduate School - Print/Online cphs.wayne.edu wayne.edu/gradschool Media Arts and Studies Clinical Laboratory Science1,2 Wayne State is well known for its Music Health Sciences1,2 graduate school. Here, you can earn Public Relations - Occupational Therapy certificates as well as master’s, doctoral Theatre Mortuary Science1,2 and professional degrees in hundreds of Pathologists’ Assistant1,2 fields, including law, medicine, library Liberal Arts and Sciences Pharmacy1,2 and information science, nursing, social clas.wayne.edu Physician Assistant1,2 work, pharmacy, physical therapy, African American Studies Radiation Therapy Technology1,2 business, and more. Anthropology Radiologic Technology1,2 Asian Studies 1 Astronomy Social Work Students cannot apply directly to this program. Additional application process required. Biochemistry and Chemical Biology socialwork.wayne.edu 2 1,2 Pre-professional curricula available. Biological Sciences Social Work 3 Not a bachelor’s degree program.

ACADEMICS | 9 TIPS FOR Academic Success Center SUCCESS Earning a degree is no easy task, and the Academic Success Center (ASC) is here to help you conquer your coursework with confidence. 1. Remember why you are in With individualized study skills counseling, specialized workshops, college. Identify long-term goals math success services, tutoring and much more, regular visits to and remind yourself of them when the ASC can help you achieve your personal best. For details, visit frustrated or overwhelmed. success.wayne.edu. 2. Go to class and participate. Peer-Assisted Learning Don’t abuse your new freedom. Being in class is your responsibility, Through supplemental instruction and tutoring, peer- and you’ll be graded on what assisted learning utilizes the knowledge and experience happens there. of your fellow students to help you succeed. n 3. Connect with people who can Supplemental Instruction (SI) — SI is a semester-long help you succeed. Engage with series of collaborative study sessions led by peer leaders advisors, instructors, organization who have a strong understanding of the key topics and sponsors, learning specialists and concepts of the courses they support. fellow students. n Tutoring — The ASC offers free tutorial services in 4. Make a plan. Create a schedule a wide range of courses every semester. Tutoring is for your entire semester. available by appointment and on a walk-in basis during Include due dates for your class select hours in both one-on-one and small-group assignments, extracurricular sessions. activities and personal time. Review it daily. Math Success Services (MSS) MSS provides a number of support services to improve . Improve your study habits. 5 your math comprehension and decrease math-induced Students who had an easy time anxiety, including: in high school often experience difficulty in college. Visit the n Individualized math support Academic Success Center for n Course-specific math discussion personalized study support. n Math skills workshops . Stay healthy. Eat well, get 6 n enough sleep, and exercise your Techniques for note-taking in math courses body and mind. Your well-being n Strategies to maximize test scores can positively affect your GPA. Study Skills Counseling 7. Develop critical thinking skills. Challenge yourself to understand The ASC offers individual sessions to help you improve your the “why” of course material. study skills. All sessions are personalized, confidential and Why is it important? Why is it designed with your goals in mind. Request to meet with a believable? This also will help you learning specialist to discover how you can: make wise decisions in other areas n Improve your test-taking abilities and preparation of life. strategies 8. Keep a positive attitude. Things n Navigate your textbooks and master course material will not always work out the way you expect, so focus on what is n Improve your concentration in lectures and during truly important. Acknowledge study time what you have accomplished. n Revamp your approach to memorization 9. Get involved. Immerse yourself n Manage and prevent stress in the Wayne State community through student organizations, Free Study Skills Workshops athletics, Learning Communities Sharpen your study skills by attending our free workshops. and other campus activities. You’ll leave these interactive group sessions armed with 10. Seek out support. Asking for help tips and strategies for academic success. See page 42 for is a sign of maturity. Connect with more information. support resources regularly to stay on the right track.

10 | Green & Gold Guide Selecting classes for registration Know what we mean It is important to meet with your academic advisor Common registration terms to carefully go over your options before the priority registration period each semester. Among the Class Schedule: Use classschedule.wayne.edu for registration things to consider when choosing your courses: and to research classes, compose wish lists and get help. How early you need to leave home. If you are Closed class: During registration, when a class is available, commuting, figure out how long it will take to it will have an open status. When a class is full or otherwise drive to campus, find a parking spot and walk to not available for registration, it will have a closed status. To your classroom. Keep in mind that depending on inquire about entering a closed class, contact the department where you are coming from and at what time, you offering that class. could be facing rush hour traffic. And don’t forget CRN (Course Reference Number): A unique number that bad weather can slow you down. assigned to each class at the university. You will use this when Are you an early bird or night owl? Think about registering for your classes. when you learn best and look for classes that meet around those times. Degree completion requirements: A minimum of 120 credit hours is required for all degree programs. See your Give yourself room to breathe. Be sure to leave academic advisor to determine your school or college and time to get from one class to the next as well as program requirements. time to have lunch or review your notes between classes. If every day is hectic, you could burn out Degree Works: A self-service tool within Academica that quickly. allows you to evaluate your progress toward completion of Do you meet the requirements? Check to make your degree program. Working with your academic advisor, sure you don’t need a prerequisite before taking you can build an academic plan to guide you toward the class — you may not be able to register for it, graduation. Visit wayne.edu/degreeworks. or you may get to class and find yourself already Dropping: Students must drop classes in Academica. For behind on the first day. classes that run the full length of the term, drops in the first Have a backup plan. When deciding which classes and second week will receive full tuition cancellation. Courses to take, have a few backups mapped out in case dropped in the third and fourth week will not receive tuition something fills before you can claim your seat. cancellation, but will not appear on the academic record. For courses running less than a full term, consult the Class Consider other time commitments. Think about Schedule for drop dates. There may be financial aid and family and work obligations to avoid conflicts that academic consequences at this point. Visit reg.wayne.edu. would mean missed classes or coursework. SMART Check: In order to prevent students from making How many credits quick decisions that could negatively affect their financial aid and graduation plans, Wayne State requires that anyone should you take? wishing to withdraw must first complete a SMART Check, which helps students review why they might want to drop, Generally, most students take 12-16 credits. The and outlines the financial and academic consequences — as minimum to be a full-time student is 12, but we well as alternatives such as tutoring. This mandatory pre- recommend 15 to keep pace with your degree withdrawal process may be completed online or on a walk-in program. When deciding what’s right for you, basis in the Welcome Center. keep in mind that for every one hour in class, you should plan to spend at least two hours outside of Supplemental Instruction (SI): A free series of group class doing homework and studying. study lessons led by undergraduates who have successfully completed that course. Find details at success.wayne.edu. 12 credits = 12 hours in class + 24 hours studying Wish list: A feature in Class Schedule that allows you to 36 hours/week as a full-time student find classes and save their names for quick reference during 16 credits = 16 hours in class registration, like a shopping cart. You must complete your + 32 hours studying registration by logging into Academica after you create your 48 hours/week as a full-time student wish list. Remember, you need a minimum of 120 credits Withdrawing: For courses running the full term, beginning to graduate, but there are only 168 hours in with the fifth week of class, students are no longer allowed each week — and some of those should be to drop but must withdraw from class. Select the “Withdraw spent sleeping! from a Class” option in the Academica Student Resources menu. There may be financial aid and academic consequences at this point. For details, visit reg.wayne.edu.

ACADEMICS | 11 How to register for classes If you are still deciding on your major or program, focus Step 3: Select the section of your choice by clicking on your general education and elective courses. Use the the Add to Wish List button. calendar on page 2 to determine when registration for Note the Course Reference Number (CRN). the next semester will begin. Meet with your academic advisor in advance to review all of your options and avoid the rush.

As an example, here is how you would register for ENG 1020 for fall 2016:

Step 1: Go to the online Schedule of Classes: classschedule.wayne.edu. Be sure the semester is set to Fall 2016.

Step 4: Once you have all your classes selected in the wish list, log in with your AccessID and password to register. Print your schedule.

Step 2: Click on Courses/Subjects > English > ENG 1020. (You also may type ENG 1020 in the Quick Search box.) Uncheck Do not search classes that are full box to see all of the sections being offered.

12 | Green & Gold Guide How to make adjustments to your schedule

Step 1: To make an adjustment to your schedule, sign in through Academica and select the Student Resources menu. In the left-hand column under Registration, select Register/Add/Drop.

Step 4a: From this screen, enter the CRN to add a class, or select Drop from the action bar to drop a class.

Step 2: On the next page, select Register – Add/Drop Classes.

Step 4b: From the same screen, you also can select the Re-add option from the action bar to add a class previously dropped.

Step 5: Click on Submit Changes — the page will refresh and you will see changes in the status Step 3: Select the appropriate term and click on the area. Submit button.

Questions? Contact the Office of the Registrar: [email protected]

ACADEMICS | 13 Whether you love math or it scrambles your brain, you need it. For information about majors and minors in math, course placement, or tutoring — visit clas.wayne.edu/math. For math requirement information for your degree, see your advisor.

Need help? The Math Resource Center and the Academic Success Center Don’t breakoffer free tutoring. See page 34 for details. the bank!

Wayne State students can download a full copy of Microsoft Office for free. Find out how at computing.wayne.edu/office4students.

14 | Green & Gold Guide General ed classes: Do the write thing While Wayne State students develop a great depth of Intermediate Composition (IC) and Writing Intensive (WI) knowledge in their chosen fields of study, the general in the majors. Most students fulfill these requirements by education program ensures they are exposed to a broad taking a sequence of three or four of the following courses: range of topics providing a variety of ideas and approaches. n Basic Writing – ENG 1010, a developmental course It is through general education classes that students that prepares students to succeed in freshman writing improve their skills and are introduced to methods of and other courses inquiry, modes of thought, bodies of knowledge, and n Introductory College Writing – ENG 1020, WSU’s representative ideas drawn from many academic disciplines. freshman composition course What’s more, general education helps students connect n Intermediate Writing – ENG 3010, which prepares what they learn in the classroom to real-world experiences. students to take required Writing Intensive, or WI, Why should you take writing courses early courses in their major in your college career? n A major-specific WI course Learning to write at the college level is an essential part These courses work in sequence, each building on the of succeeding at WSU. Research shows that students who last. ENG 1010 explains fundamental reading and writing pass freshman composition are far more likely to continue concepts in depth and examines how these concepts are into their sophomore year. Related research shows that used in other writers’ work. ENG 1020 guides students students who do continue from freshman to sophomore in using the concepts in their own writing for audiences year are very likely to complete their college education in and outside the university. In ENG 3010, students and graduate. learn how the concepts operate in writing within specific disciplines and professions to prepare them for WI courses General education writing courses are important because and beyond. they prepare you to succeed in later courses. You’ll write in many of your courses at WSU, and writing varies You can make important progress toward succeeding at across professions and communities. Writing in biology is WSU by taking and passing ENG 1010 or 1020 during quite different from writing in psychology, and both are your freshman year and ENG 3010 in your sophomore different from writing in philosophy, business or law. or junior year.

To prepare students for writing competency in different Talk to your academic advisor with questions about your courses, careers and situations, WSU has three general specific plan. education writing requirements: Basic Composition (BC),

ACADEMICS | 15 Sample LCs Achieve success through Mike Ilitch School of Business Learning Communities Warriors Business Living LC By participating in Wayne State Learning Communities (LC), students, First-year business students have a unique faculty and peer mentors learn together, leading to the discovery of opportunity to live on the same floor as themselves and the world around them. Students take advantage of other business peers. Current business a small college learning environment with the resources of a major students are peer mentors and serve as research university. The community provides academic support and resident advisors on the floor. Students social activities related to a specific course or major. will attend study groups, networking events, academic and professional Wayne State’s LCs are linked to specific courses that range from workshops, and engage in BA 2020 – business to the arts to education to the sciences. With nearly 5,000 the introductory business course. students already participating in an LC, you have a tremendous College of Liberal Arts and Sciences network of support to guide you through your academic career. Department of English Motown and Global LC: Students and faculty members engage in group discussions and Writing Detroit experiences centered on course material or subject matter. In your LC, you’ll: Create, study and experiment with different genres of creative writing and n Share new experiences with people who have similar interests art. This LC offers a rare opportunity to n Engage with faculty and student mentors work with nationally and internationally n Explore your academic and career interests acclaimed visiting writers. n Enhance your learning skills College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Departments of Biology, Chemistry, Within each LC, small groups of students with similar interests work Math and Physics closely together to study, problem-solve and socialize. Our research WIDER Science and Math LC shows that, on average, first-year students who engage in Wayne This community supports students in State LCs achieve a 10 percent increase in their grades over those who foundational science and math courses choose not to participate. and offers community opportunities for active learning in small-group settings. Visit lc.wayne.edu to review the full list of more than 50 communities. Students who participate will develop Then contact the LC coordinator for the community that interests you. study skills appropriate for each math That person will have the specific information to get you started. or science subject and learn about resources and opportunities at WSU. Call us at 313-577-2254 or write to [email protected] with questions. See the full list at lc.wayne.edu.

16 | Green & Gold Guide Blackboard basics As a Wayne State student, there’s a good chance you’ll be required to utilize Blackboard. But just how you use this helpful online resource varies depending on the course and the instructor. Blackboard allows you to Liverpool, England keep up to date with coursework, stay on top of your grades, collaborate with other classmates and much more. Study Abroad and Global Programs If you register for an online class, it will be conducted almost entirely Students who want to take their studies on the road and earn credit at through Blackboard. Regardless of the the same time can do so through a variety of programs facilitated by the type of class, you’re able to submit Study Abroad and Global Programs office. assignments, participate in discussion board forums on various course- International study opportunities can fulfill language and foreign culture related topics, and download required requirements, and students older than 18 can participate in most lectures and readings — all depending programs at any point in college, including during freshman year. on how your instructor chooses to Programs run from two weeks to a semester, and some last an entire use the site. You can even create and manage your own blog. academic year. Sharpen your language skills while staying in a 13th century monastery in Italy or at the Lebanese American University Familiarize yourself with this tool by in Beirut, or follow the Magical Mystery Tour through London and logging on to blackboard.wayne.edu Liverpool during spring break. Some programs focus on majors such and choosing one of two training as engineering or international business, and select faculty members options: lead programs related to their academic discipline so students have the benefit of traveling with an expert as well as classmates. 1. Enroll in the free, self-paced online course, Blackboard Basics Costs vary by program. Some types of federal student aid such as Pell for Students. Grants and Stafford loans, as well as private grants and scholarships can be used to cover Study Abroad costs, as long as the program is for Refer to the Blackboard Guide for credit. By planning ahead, students will find that Study Abroad can be 2. Students with quick questions a realistic option during their academic career. about specific sections and tools. In an increasingly global economy, Study Abroad experience makes a résumé stand out to potential employers. International coursework is great preparation for graduate school, so grab your passport and get ready!

Learn more at studyabroad.wayne.edu.

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Call or email today: 313-577-HELP • [email protected] • computing.wayne.edu/helpdesk 18 | Green Gold Guide FINANCES FINANCES To get involved in research, first build a good rapport with your professors, especially those who teach courses that are applicable to your interests. Chances are, most will be involved in research in some way. Then be as active as you can in the labs you do get into, and express interest in working on projects. Finally, you can apply for an Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program award for funding and the chance to present your research to others, both locally and abroad.

— Anthony Kostecki Honors Psychology Warren, Class of 2017

Warrior wordsSee pageof 54 for morewisdom advice from current students Your Financial Aid link

Use your WSU AccessID

academica.wayne.edu

Office of Student Financial Aid Welcome Center 42 W. Warren Detroit, MI 48201-0340 313-577-2100 fax: 313-577-6648 [email protected]

Visit our website at wayne.edu/financial-aid. 19 | Green & Gold Guide Do you have a plan? A good academic plan includes calculating how much financial aid may be available to you. Federal aid and many WSU scholarships and grants have annual and lifetime limits. Financial aid checklist Federal Pell Grant limits: If you are receiving the Federal Pell Grant, keep in o File the FAFSA every year at mind that it is limited to 12 semesters of awards for full-time enrollment. fafsa.gov. Federal loan limits: If you decide to borrow student loans to help pay for o Check the status of your your degree, remember that loans have annual and lifetime limits. Once financial aid regularly on you reach these limits, you will no longer be able to borrow. There also is a Academica. maximum period to receive Federal Direct Subsidized Loans. In general, you may not receive subsidized loans for more than 150 percent of the published o Check your WSU email length of your program. If you lose eligibility for subsidized loans, the federal account regularly for interest subsidy on the loans end and you become responsible for paying the information from the interest. Detailed information is available on the Federal Student Aid website: Office of Student Financial studentloans.gov/myDirectLoan/directSubsidizedLoanTimeLimitation.action. Aid. If you want to take advantage of the reduced summer tuition rate and want to o Submit all documents and use loan funds to pay these costs, don’t borrow your maximum loans in the fall complete all requirements and winter. promptly to avoid delays. WSU grant limits: The WSU Promise Grant is awarded for four consecutive years o Create a budget (financial to new freshmen and two consecutive years to new transfer students. Grant plan) for yourself before recipients are required to earn 24 credits each academic year, which includes the you borrow loans. fall and winter semesters, and maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress. o Accept or decline your WSU scholarship limits: Most scholarships will be awarded only for four years to financial aid awards on new freshmen and only for two years to new transfer students. Academica. o First-time Federal Direct Loan borrowers must Keeping your award complete entrance loan Maintaining financial aid eligibility is an ongoing process. Not only must you counseling and a Master reapply for financial aid every year but WSU is required to continually monitor Promissory Note. your eligibility. See page 28 for details. n You must maintain at least half-time enrollment to remain eligible for the o Parents who would like to majority of financial aid funds. apply for a Parent PLUS n Loan must complete You must maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress toward your degree or the Parent PLUS Loan certificate. application and a Parent n You must complete courses. Withdrawing from one class or all classes can PLUS Loan Master negatively affect your ability to retain the funds awarded and/or disbursed Promissory Note online at to you. studentloans.gov.

20 | Green & Gold Guide Financial aid in Academica Your responsibilities • Review Academica regularly. In Academica, you can review your outstanding requirements, accept awards, check your status and more. • Read all materials sent to you from the Office of Student Financial Aid.

• Read and keep copies of all forms that you sign and submit.

• File and renew an annual FAFSA if you wish to be considered for aid.

Reviewing your outstanding requirements • Read the academic and registration calendar on page 2 1. Click on My Financial Aid of this guide. Requirements • Pay your Student Accounts Receivable bill regardless of your financial aid status.

2. Select the 2016-2017 Award Year

3. Complete any Unsatisfied Requirements

FINANCES | 21 Money-management suggestions Reviewing and accepting your awards Financial aid awards must be accepted or declined on Academica. • Separate your wants from your n You must accept or decline any work-study awards within 30 days or the needs. award offer may be withdrawn. You must accept before the term ends. • Make a budget (financial plan) n Federal Direct and PLUS Loans cannot be processed after you cease and stick to it. to be enrolled at least half-time for the semester. Loan counseling and promissory notes must be completed. • Review the resources at wayne. n A PLUS Loan will not be on your award until after your parent is approved edu/financial-aid for external for the loan. Your parent must complete an application and a promissory scholarship opportunities. note online at studentloans.gov. • Pay bills on time to avoid late 1. Click on Accept my fees. Financial Aid Awards

• Utilize student discounts and on-campus resources such as the fitness center, libraries and free events.

• Consider a roommate or living at home with parents. 2. Select the 2016-2017 • Eat in the cafeteria if you Award Year purchase a meal plan.

• Make shopping lists and stick to them to avoid impulse spending.

• Be a responsible shopper; seek out sales and outlets such as thrift stores.

• Cut out costly habits such as cigarettes or expensive coffee drinks. 3. Accept all or a partial award amount Enter amount to accept • Avoid credit cards. partial award • File the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at fafsa.gov annually.

• Only take advantage of low interest rate student loans if absolutely necessary.

If you accept loans, you must complete loan counseling and promissory notes. After acceptance, review your new requirements on Academica. Complete promissory notes online.

22 | Green & Gold Guide Loan requirements Avoid the burden of After you accept a loan award, you may have new requirements to high loan debt complete: • Borrowing can be costly. We n Entrance loan counseling is required for all first-time borrowers at WSU. recommend you consider borrowing only when you have n Loan promissory notes are required for all loans. exhausted all other options. Federal loan entrance counseling • Only borrow what you need. Entrance loan counseling is required for first-time federal loan borrowers Make a budget for yourself and must be completed before you can receive loan funds. to keep your debt within manageable limits. Federal Direct Subsidized and Unsubsidized Loan entrance counseling may be completed online at studentloans.gov. • Keep in mind that a high loan After your loan counseling session has been completed, WSU will receive payment after graduation can notification within a few days. Check Academica for information about limit your options. possible financial aid requirements. • If you must borrow, file the FAFSA to take advantage of low Federal loan promissory notes interest rate loans. Promissory notes must be signed before a loan can be disbursed. • Make the interest payments n Federal Direct Subsidized and Unsubsidized Loans: studentloans. on your student loans while gov. This promissory note only needs to be completed once every enrolled. Otherwise, the 10 years. interest will be added to your n Federal Parent PLUS Loan: studentloans.gov. This promissory note principal balance at repayment only needs to be completed once every 10 years, unless an endorser is and you will be paying interest required. on top of interest.

Parent PLUS Loan applications • Avoid costly credit cards. Parents who would like to apply for a Parent PLUS Loan must complete the Parent PLUS Loan application and a Parent PLUS Loan Master Promissory Note online at studentloans.gov.

NOTE TO PARENTS For some students, college can be more expensive than it needs to be. Helping your student with money-management skills will be Log in useful throughout life. with your FAFSA ID • Help them create a budget and find ways to stay on it.

• Help them remember that studying is the top priority.

Award revisions Your award may be revised if: n You receive additional scholarships and/or other financial aid resources. n Your FAFSA information changes due to the verification process. n Your cost of attendance changes. If a revision is made, you will receive an email advising you to review Academica. Contact us to request a revision, or complete the loan revision request form available at wayne.edu/financial-aid.

FINANCES | 23 eBills – electronic billing WSU’s Office of Student Accounts Receivable provides What your eBill looks like electronic billing (eBill), offers payment plans and issues refunds to students. The office is in the Welcome Center 1. Term: The current term being billed. and can be reached at 313-577-3653. 2. Date due: The date by which payment is to be received. The eBill is posted to Academica on or before the first 3. Amount due: The amount due for a payment is shown day of each month and can be viewed for up to six in three places. months. The eBill is a snapshot of your account on the day it is generated. Students are notified by email as 4. Balance from previously billed terms: Account soon as a new eBill is available. balance from your last eBill. 5. Unbilled charges/payments/balance from prior You can view your current balance and account semesters: This may appear if you have charges or summary at any time throughout the month. Payment payments that have occurred since your last bill. can be made online with a credit or debit card, by mail 6. Charges/payments for the current term: An with a check, or in person at the Cashier’s Office. itemized breakdown of the charges and credits that have been applied to your account. To access your eBill or view your current balance, 7. Balance: Balance due for the current term. log on to academica.wayne.edu. Under Student Resources, select Financial Records and choose either 8. Financial aid ready to disburse: Financial aid eBill Statement and Payment History or Bill/Account payments for the current term that will reduce your Summary. term balance. 9. Pending financial aid: This aid will not disburse until financial aid requirements are satisfied. 10. Notes: Always check the notes section for important eBill schedule messages. Payment due Semester eBill date date 08/01/2016 08/15/2016 09/01/2016 09/15/2016 Student Billing Statement Fall 2016 Cashier’s Office • P.O. Box 02788 • Detroit, MI 48202 10/01/2016 10/15/2016 Student ID: 009999999 1 Term: Fall 2016 Print Date: 02-OCT-2016 John Smith 2 Due Date: 15-OCT-2016 5057 Woodward Amount Due: $726.85 3 11/01/2016 11/15/2016 Detroit, MI 48202 Amount Paid: Detach and return top portion with your payment.

Term Description Charges Payments Balance

Late payment fees will be assessed monthly on BALANCE FROM PREVIOUSLY BILLED TERM(S) 4 .00 payments made after August 15, 2016. – UNBILLED CHARGES/PAYMENTS FOR WINTER 2016 — 5 Winter 2016 Biology CMF 40.00 The first eBill for the semester includes pending – UNBILLED BALANCE FOR WINTER 2016 — 40.00 — CHARGES/PAYMENTS FOR FALL 2016 — 6 financial aid. If your pending aid exceeds the amount Fall 2016 Registration Fee 181.45 Fitness Ctr Maintenance Fee 25.00 due listed on the eBill and you have met the following Student Service Fee 82.95 Undergrad Upper Res Tuition 3,122.45 requirements, you may not have to worry about the Federal Pell Grant 1,600.00 August payment due date. BALANCE FOR FALL 2016 7 1,811.85 — FINANCIAL AID READY TO DISBURSE — Pending financial aid will be credited to your account Fall 2016 Board of Governors Grant 1,125.00 if you: FINANCIAL AID BALANCE 8 1,125.00

R Signed promissory notes. AMOUNT DUE: 726.85 3 R Completed loan entrance counseling. — PENDING FINANCIAL AID* — 9 Fall 2016 Fed Direct Sub Loan - UG 1,750.00 R Met satisfactory academic progress standards. Fed Direct Unsub Loan - UG 1,000.00 R Submitted any required verification documents. PENDING FINANCIAL AID BALANCE 2,750.00 R Registered for the credit hours required for your award. Attention recipients: *Outstandingrequirementsneedtobesatisfiedbefore Fall fees are past due. Pay the “Amount Due” by the due date to avoid pendingfinancialaidwilldisburseandreduce additional late payment fees. current balance. 10 * Review your outstanding requirements in Academica Mail payment to the address above or pay online at academica.wayne.edu. under the Student Resources menu by clicking Financial Aid, then My Financial Aid Requirements.

Summary

Statement # 9999999 Due Date Past Due Future Balance Amount Due Student # 009999999 15-OCT-2016 .00 .00 3 726.85 John Smith Fall 2016

24 | Green & Gold Guide Paying your bill Refunds You can pay your bill online, by mail or in person. If you are awarded more financial aid than the cost of When paying online, log on to Academica, select the tuition, fees and housing, or if you drop a class, your Student Resources menu and click Online Payments, student account may have a credit balance and you then choose Make an Online Payment. may be due a refund. WSU posts refunds to students’ accounts once a week. When paying by mail, send to: Wayne State University Refunds can be released to you in one of two ways: P.O. Box 02788 1. Direct deposit into an existing checking or savings Detroit, MI 48202 account. When paying in person, visit: 2. Paper check mailed to your address on file with WSU. Cashier’s Office If you choose to receive your refund through direct Welcome Center deposit, you must enroll online by logging on to 42 W. Warren academica.wayne.edu. Under Student Resources, select Second Floor, Room 217 Financial Records and choose Direct Deposit. Detroit, MI 48202 313-577-3650

For additional information, including types of payment accepted, visit wayne.edu/bursar/payment.

Payment plans Extend your payment over three to five months by enrolling in a payment plan through Tuition Management Services. n Payments are interest-free. n Enrollments accepted June through September for fall balances. Notifications will be sent when the winter enrollment period opens.

For more information, contact: Tuition Management Services 1-800-722-4867 afford.com

FINANCES | 25 Know what we mean Common financial aid terms Current account balance: The balance presently Scholarships: Gift aid that is awarded on multiple showing on your student account. This amount factors, including academic achievement, special talent, updates in real-time whenever new fees or payments ability or financial need. No repayment is required. are posted to the account. This balance is available in Visit wayne.edu/scholarships for a complete list. For Academica. Click on Student Resources, then Financial scholarship opportunities external to the university, Records to find your eBill. subscribe to the Scholarships stream in Academica. FAFSA: The acronym for Free Application for Federal Student service fee: Assessed to all students, it’s used Student Aid. The FAFSA information is used by the U.S. primarily to maintain, upgrade and replace student Department of Education to determine financial need computing and technology resources on campus. A for federal financial aid. You must complete the FAFSA small portion is also used to fund student activities every year (available beginning January 1) using the on campus, and to enhance programs directed toward WSU school code 002329. For details and to apply, visit improving on-campus activities, including athletics. fafsa.gov. Subsidized loans: Federal direct subsidized loans Financial responsibility: An agreement are for undergraduate students with financial need. electronically signed by all students prior to registering The amount you can borrow depends on your for classes each semester. Student accepts full financial need (see FAFSA definition), grade level and responsibility for paying tuition and fees, and any costs dependency status. You are not charged interest while associated with collecting them. you’re in school at least half-time and during grace periods and deferment periods. Grants: Generally awarded based on financial need and require no repayment. Title IV authorization: Some fees and/or charges that can be assessed on your student account are not Refund: Your financial aid will be credited to your automatically paid with federal financial aid (Title IV tuition account to pay for your tuition, fees and any aid). These fees and charges include a matriculation fee, residential housing charges. When these charges are book vouchers and late registration fees. Students can paid, any remaining aid will be refunded to you by authorize payment of these fees in the current semester direct deposit into an existing checking or savings or up to $200 of a prior year balance by signing a Title account or by paper check mailed to your address on IV authorization form. file with WSU. The amount refunded is for you to use for your books, housing, food, transportation and If a Title IV authorization is not on file, you will be other miscellaneous costs directly related to your WSU responsible for paying these fees out of pocket. You education. can submit the form at wayne.edu/financial-aid/ receiving/titleiv. Satisfactory Academic Progress: To remain eligible for financial aid, you are required to maintain Unsubsidized loans: Financial need is not a criterion Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) each semester. for a Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loan. However, a At the end of each semester, the financial aid office borrower must receive the maximum amount for which will check your academic progress according to three he/she is eligible in a Federal Direct Subsidized Loan standards: before receiving an unsubsidized loan. Because financial need, demonstrated via the FAFSA, is a criterion for the • GPA – As an undergraduate, you must maintain subsidized loan, the FAFSA also is necessary to borrow a a minimum 2.0 GPA. Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loan. • Pace (completion percentage) – You must complete Verification: The process by which the accuracy of at least 67 percent of your registered courses with the information provided on the FAFSA is confirmed. passing grades. You may be asked to provide documentation such • Time frame – You must not exceed your program as a tax transcript. Verification status and document credit hours by more than 150 percent. requirements can be viewed in Academica. If you do not meet any one of the three SAP Work-study: A form of need-based federal financial components, you will be placed in “warning” status aid. Work-study provides students with part-time for one semester, during which you must regain employment opportunities in a variety of on- and Satisfactory Academic Progress. If you do not achieve off-campus jobs. academic progress at the end of the warning semester, you will be denied financial aid in the subsequent semester.

26 | Green & Gold Guide Crossing the finish line Having a good graduation plan includes calculating how much financial aid may be available to you.

Federal Pell Grant If you are receiving the Federal Pell Grant, keep in mind that it is limited to 12 semesters of awards for full-time enrollment.

Loan borrowing If you decide to borrow federal student loans to help pay for your bachelor’s degree, subsidized loans also are limited to 12 semesters of full-time enrollment.

Satisfactory Academic Progress The Satisfactory Academic Progress standards include a minimum GPA, pace (completion percentage) and 150 percent time frame. The time constraint limits the number of courses you can take in your degree program and still receive financial aid. Dropping courses will affect your pace and may affect your GPA.

WSU merit scholarships WSU merit scholarships will be awarded for four consecutive years to new freshmen and two consecutive years to new transfer students. Merit awards include the University, Presidential, Gold, Green and Detroit Urban Scholars.

Academic plan A good academic plan can help you stay on track. Work with your academic advisor to develop your plan and stop in at the Academic Success Center for some valuable tips.

If your degree requires 120 credits, you will need to enroll in 15 credits each semester to graduate in four years.

Money plan Avoid over-borrowing by creating and following a personal spending plan (budget). See resources at cashcourse.org.

How your enrollment affects your aid You must enroll full-time to be eligible for the maximum award amounts. If your enrollment is less-than-full-time, the amount of aid disbursed may be prorated.

Three-quarter Full-time Half-time Less-than-half-time 2016-17 award time 12+ credits 6-8 credits 1-5 credits 9-11 credits 0-15% Federal Pell Grant 100% 75% 50% depending on your EFC Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity 100% 0 0 0 Grant WSU Promise Grant 100% 0 0 0

You must enroll at least half-time to receive most types of financial aid, including federal loans. If you drop all courses, you may be required to repay a portion of your financial aid.

FINANCES | 27 Consequences of withdrawing from Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Your SAP status is reviewed each semester. all classes You will lose financial aid eligibility if you do not maintain SAP standards. If Withdrawing from all classes you lose your financial aid eligibility, you may appeal if you have a reasonable during a semester may affect your plan to meet the standards within a set time frame. See wayne.edu/financial- ability to meet the Satisfactory aid for SAP appeal process details. Academic Progress standards. You are strongly encouraged and advised to see an academic advisor each You also may be required to repay semester to ensure you are selecting appropriate courses and progressing a portion of your financial aid. through your program of study. WSU is required to calculate a Satisfactory Academic Progress standards return of Title IV funds and refund Academic progress is measured at the end of each semester against the amount if you receive aid and following standards: withdraw or do not attend classes n during a semester. Cumulative grade point average (GPA): 2.0 for undergraduate programs. n WSU will determine the amount Completion percentage (pace): At least 67 percent of all credit hours of aid (if any) you are entitled attempted must have successfully passing grades. The pace of progress is to keep. Funds may be returned calculated by dividing cumulative hours you have successfully completed to the university, state, federal by the cumulative hours you have attempted. programs or your lender. n Maximum time frame: Undergraduate and graduate students must complete a degree or certificate program in no more than 150 percent of You must repay your loans even the average published length of the program in credit hours. if you do not complete your program. The SAP policy is online at wayne.edu/financial-aid/receiving/sap. If you do not make loan payments, you will be ineligible Review your SAP status for future aid. in Academica Click on My Satisfactory Academic Progress. Consequences of attending less-than- half-time If you attend less-than-half-time, you will not be eligible for federal loan funds. The grace period of your subsidized loans will begin. You will be responsible for loan payment at the end of any grace period. Create your academic plan in Degree Works Contact your loan servicer to In Degree Works, review your degree requirements and create your academic make payment arrangements plan. Access Degree Works in Academica. Log in with your AccessID and or request a loan deferment or password. forbearance. Repeat coursework policy If you repeat a course, credit hours for each registration will be added to your attempted credit hours total. However, only the most recent grade received in the course will be included in the calculation of your cumulative GPA. Federal financial aid will pay for only one repeat of a previously passed course. See wayne.edu/financial-aid for more information about repeated courses and their effect on your financial aid eligibility.

28 | Green & Gold Guide Undergraduate enrollment status Important dates Apply for aid and submit all Full-time 12+ credits documents for maximum aid Three-quarter consideration by: 9-11 credits time Thursday, March 31, 2016

Half-time 6-8 credits Fall 2016 classes begin: Less-than- Wednesday, August 31, 2016 1-5 credits half-time Fall census date: The census date policy Wednesday, September 14, 2016 The classes in which you are enrolled on the census date will determine the amount of grant funding you will receive. If you increase your enrollment File the 2017-18 FAFSA: level after the census date, your grants will not be increased. Beginning Saturday, October 1, 2016, using your 2015 income If you decrease your enrollment level after the census date, your grants will not information be reduced. However, if you drop all courses, federal financial aid regulations require WSU to reduce your federal aid based on the percentage of the semester Fall loan period ends: that you have completed. The percentage is determined by dividing the Tuesday, December 20, 2016 number of weeks you were enrolled by the number of weeks in the semester. Awards that may be reduced or canceled: Apply for private scholarships for 2017-18: n Federal Pell Grant and WSU Promise Grant November 2016 through Tuesday, n Board of Governors Grant March 31, 2017 n Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) Enrollment requirements for Federal Direct Loans Winter 2017 classes begin: You must be registered at least half-time at the time WSU disburses your Monday, January 9, 2017 Federal Direct Loan funds. When reviewing your enrollment for loan Winter census date: purposes, federal financial aid regulations require WSU to review real-time Monday, January 23, 2017 enrollment. More information is available at wayne.edu/financial-aid/ receiving/retain. Winter loan period ends: The consequences of withdrawing from classes may include cancellation Tuesday, May 2, 2017 of your financial aid and loss of future financial aid eligibility. Before you withdraw from courses, you will be required to acknowledge the academic Spring 2017 classes begin: and financial consequences by participating in the SMART Check process. Monday, May 8, 2017 Learn more at go.wayne.edu/smart. Spring/summer 2017 If your attendance in your classes cannot be confirmed, your aid will classes begin: be reduced or canceled. Monday, May 8, 2017 Summer 2017 classes begin: Reporting additional financial aid resources Wednesday, June 28, 2017 You are required to notify WSU of any additional financial resources you receive that are not listed in your award notification. This includes Spring and summer census date: scholarships, grants, fellowships, employee educational benefits, Michigan Wednesday, July 5, 2017 Works benefits and stipends. These resources may result in adjustments and/ or reduction of the financial aid originally offered. Last date to submit verification documents: Verification of your FAFSA 30 days after the last day of your enrollment in the academic year Verification is a process to confirm the accuracy of the information you provided on the FAFSA. The U.S. Department of Education may select your FAFSA for verification of additional items at any time. Verification selection can be random or due to incomplete, estimated or inconsistent data reported on your FAFSA. If your application was selected for verification, WSU will ask you to provide additional information to document the accuracy of your FAFSA information, which may include a copy of your 2015 tax transcript. View your requirements in Academica. All requirements must be completed before any financial aid can be applied to your student tuition account. Your financial aid awards will not be available for payment until verification is completed. Allow time for document review.

FINANCES | 29 Your costs will vary The bottom line • The financial aid cost of The financial aid office uses estimates of your costs of attending school to attendance figure is only an determine your eligibility for aid. Keep in mind that these are estimates and estimate of expenses you will may not reflect your actual costs. have in an academic year. It is not a bill that you will owe. Below are examples of awards and costs, based on 2015-16 rates. If your financial aid is not enough to pay your bill, you are responsible for the • Your costs will vary depending remaining balance. You are not required to accept a student loan. Before on your housing choices and you borrow, calculate what you will need to cover your costs. the number of courses you Other expenses you will need to consider include books and supplies, take. miscellaneous expenses, and transportation if you commute from home. • Remember to budget for books Living at home example for freshmen and supplies, miscellaneous Direct costs Fall bill Winter bill Total charges expenses, and transportation if Tuition and fees estimate you commute from home. for 15 credits $6,157 $5,907 $12,064 • You are not required to accept a — MINUS — student loan. Scholarships and grants • Before you borrow, calculate WSU Green Scholarship $1,250 $1,250 $2,500 what you will need to cover Federal Pell Grant $413 $412 $825 your costs and keep your debt WSU Promise Grant $1,500 $1,500 $3,000 low. Total aid $3,163 $3,162 $6,325 Funds needed to cover costs $2,994 $2,745 $5,739

Academica Living in the residence hall example for freshmen Review your estimated cost of Direct costs Fall bill Winter bill Total charges attendance and tuition bills at Tuition and fees estimate for academica.wayne.edu. 15 credits $6,157 $5,907 $12,064 Residence hall cost and meal plan estimate $4,937 $4,937 $9,874 Total charges $11,094 $10,844 $21,938 — MINUS — Check out the Scholarships and grants resources at WSU Green Scholarship $1,250 $1,250 $2,500 cashcourse.org. Federal Pell Grant $413 $412 $825 WSU Promise Grant $1,500 $1,500 $3,000 Board of Governors Housing Grant $2,000 $2,000 $4,000 Federal Student Loans (with loan fees deducted) Federal Direct Subsidized Loan $1,731 $1,731 $3,462 Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loan $989 $989 $1,978 Total aid $7,883 $7,882 $15,765 Funds needed to cover costs $3,211 $2,962 $6,173

Your actual costs will vary depending on how many classes you take. WSU recommends that you take at least 15 credits each semester. There are lifetime limits to the federal aid you can receive. Keep in mind that most scholarships are limited to four years. Federal Pell Grant amounts will vary based on your FAFSA and estimated family contribution.

If you need extra funds, you may be eligible to earn Federal Work-Study funds. Your parents also may consider applying for a federal Parent PLUS Loan at studentloans.gov.

30 | Green & Gold Guide Special circumstances Contact information We recognize that students may have extenuating circumstances that the Office of Student Financial Aid FAFSA does not consider. If a significant change occurs in your financial Welcome Center situation (e.g., reduction in income, loss of employment, divorce/separation, 42 W. Warren death of a parent/spouse), you may submit a Special Circumstance Appeal Detroit, MI 48201 and request a review of your financial aid eligibility. Please see a financial aid 313-577-2100 officer to discuss your circumstances and obtain an appeal form. Fax: 313-577-9459 [email protected]

Fall and winter Payment of aid and refunds Monday-Thursday Financial aid for an academic year is applied in two payments: half for the fall 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m. semester and the other half for the winter semester. Friday 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. n Aid is paid to your student account no sooner than the week prior to the Spring-summer official start of the semester. Monday-Friday n If you have excess aid, you will receive a refund to use for your other 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. educational expenses. Satellite offices: n Financial aid refunds are released within 14 days of payment. Refunds are Oakland Center generated weekly. 33737 W. 12 Mile Road Late financial aid applicants will receive funds after an award is offered and Farmington Hills, MI 48331 accepted, provided other award conditions are completed, such as entrance loan counseling and signing a loan Master Promissory Note. University Center Macomb 44575 Garfield Road You have the right to cancel all or a portion of your student loans and may Clinton Township, MI 48038 notify the financial aid office in writing within 14 days of payment. Include your full name, student number and signature. How you will receive your refund Review your options at wayne.edu/bursar/refunds. If you do not indicate a preference, a check will be mailed. Review your account on Academica to check for refunds. Text messages Sign up to receive financial aid Other options to cover costs announcements by text We encourage you to pursue all sources of assistance. Any external aid you message through receive will reduce the amount of loans you borrow and thereby reduce Broadcast Messaging. your loan indebtedness. For information about outside scholarships, visit wayne.edu/scholarships/external.

Other services Review your financial Cashier’s Office 313-577-3650 aid status any time at Welcome Center, Room 217 wayne.edu/bursar/cashier Student Accounts Receivable 313-577-3653 academica.wayne.edu. Welcome Center, fourth floor wayne.edu/bursar/accounts-receivable Records and Registration 313-577-2100 Welcome Center, lobby reg.wayne.edu/students/registration.php Military and veterans assistance The WSU Office of Military and Veterans Academic Excellence can help you with the educational benefit programs available to veterans and their dependents. They can be reached at 313-577-9180 and are located in the David Adamany Undergraduate Library, Suite 1656. You may view your financial aid shopping sheet in Academica. The shopping sheet is a standardized award letter that will allow you to easily compare financial aid packages to make informed decisions. For more information and links, visit wayne.edu/financial-aid/types/other/veterans. FINANCES | 31 32 | Green & Gold Guide Bookstore

STUDENT SERVICES STUDENT SERVICES Getting connected with other students is crucial to success at WSU. FestiFall is one of my favorite events, when all the student organizations meet in the center of campus for one big resource fair. It’s a great way to meet people and find a group you’re interested in. With over 400 options, you’re bound to find something you like!

— Andrea Ozanich Secondary Education Berkley, Michigan Class of 2018

Warrior wordsSee pageof 54 for morewisdom advice from current students Want adventure? Join the Freshmen Quest Learning Community Start your school year with a splash on a three-day, two- night camping trip on the Au Sable River. To participate, you’ll sign up for the two-credit course during fall 2016 registration. No need to track down sleeping bags or tents — those are provided by WSU. Trips are headed up by an upperclassman student leader. WSU faculty and staff members accompany the group to guide campfire conversations about college success, touching on topics such as critical thinking, academic resources and stress-management. Class time in the fall will focus on critical thinking, self-discovery and writing skills. For details and to watch a Freshmen Quest video, visit rfc.wayne.edu/freshman/quest.php. Please contact Dr. Christy Nolan at 313-993-4378 or [email protected] with questions about the program. Turning transfer students into Warriors Welcome to campus, transfer students! Wayne State Reverse transfer is for students who have transferred from offers a number of services specifically for you, including a two-year community college to Wayne State before advocacy from the Transfer Student Success Center. earning their associate degree. Credits completed at Friendly staff members will help you by: WSU are transferred back to your community college and n Making sure you take classes that will transfer back to used to satisfy your associate degree requirements. The Wayne State. community college will evaluate your work to determine which Wayne State credits fulfill your associate degree n Connecting you with key resources. requirements. n Working through any potential problems. Participating institutions include , If you need help — or have friends who want to transfer Kalamazoo Valley Community College, Macomb to Wayne State — stop by the Transfer Student Success Community College, Oakland Community College, Center office in the Undergraduate Library, call 313-577- , Washtenaw Community College 2487, write to [email protected] or visit tssc.wayne.edu. and Wayne County Community College District. Reverse transfer agreements Complete the Reverse Transfer Transcript Request form in the back of this guide to grant permission for your WSU An associate degree is an important milestone and a work to be sent to your community college. For a mailing valuable credential to have on your résumé. That’s why address and details, click the Reverse Transfer Agreement Wayne State partners with several community colleges to box at transfercredit.wayne.edu. form reverse transfer agreements.

STUDENT SERVICES | 33 Campus resources Wayne State wants to see students succeed and, ultimately, Office of Housing and Residential Life graduate. There are many campus resources available to help housing.wayne.edu • 313-577-2116 make this happen. Keep the following options in mind as you Housing and Residential Life fosters student learning and proceed through your time on campus. All are either free or success by engaging residents in an intentional living- provided to students at a discounted rate. learning community. Supported by safe, comfortable and convenient residence hall, apartment and dining Academic Success Center (ASC) environments, residents grow in self-awareness and cross- success.wayne.edu • 313-577-3165 cultural understanding as they practice social and group Meet with a Learning Specialist to strengthen your study development as members of a diverse group of learners. skills; attend tutoring and Supplemental Instruction sessions to reinforce course material and learn techniques to master Office of International Students and Scholars difficult concepts; participate in study skills workshops to oiss.wayne.edu • 313-577-3422 develop new strategies to better manage your time, take OISS serves the more than 2,400 international students notes, improve concentration; and more. The ASC is located who call WSU home, and promotes a cross-cultural in suite 1600 of the Undergraduate Library (UGL). environment that benefits all Warriors. OISS provides orientation, advising, programs, workshops, helps with Career Services immigration regulation, and assists with social and cultural careerservices.wayne.edu • 313-577-3390 adjustment. This office is your gateway to both WSU and Provides support to students and alumni in defining career the world outside our campus. and employment goals and assists them in their search for employment opportunities. The office also helps with Math Resource Center career planning via counseling, personal assessments and math.wayne.edu/mlrc • 313-577-3195 more. In addition, a variety of workshops, events, and Math tutors are available to provide assistance with group or individual career and employment counseling beginning algebra through calculus III courses. The center services are available. is on the first floor of the Faculty/Administration Building. Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) Office of Military and Veterans Academic caps.wayne.edu • 313-577-3398 Excellence (OMVAE) Meet with a professionally trained counselor for one- omvae.wayne.edu • 313-577-9180 on-one, short-term counseling in the areas of anxiety, OMVAE is dedicated to supporting student veterans in depression, relaxation, stress management, relationships an environment that fosters respect, commitment and and substance use. CAPS is on the fifth floor of the Student success. Located in the Undergraduate Library, the office Center Building. offers veteran-specific services such as VA education Dean of Students Office (DOSO) benefit guidance. doso.wayne.edu • 313-577-1010 Mort Harris Recreation and Fitness Center (RFC) DOSO’s mission is to provide educational challenges, rfc.wayne.edu • 313-577-2348 resources and support through an integrated co-curricular, The RFC provides students with cardio and strength training student life program with student, faculty, staff, parent and equipment, an indoor track, and basketball courts. Students family member involvements and opportunities that allow also can participate in classes ranging from Zumba to yoga. students to develop leadership and social skills, always Personal training, nutrition counseling and massage therapy enhance the sense of community at WSU, and enrich are available at discounted student rates. The RFC houses all student character, citizenship and respect for diversity. intramural sports, including basketball, flag football, soccer and dodgeball. Use of the RFC is included in the tuition and fees of each registered student.

34 | Green & Gold Guide Office of Multicultural Student Engagement schedule of classes. Just click on the instructor’s name to facebook.com/wsuomse • 313-577-9193 learn which faculty member teaching a particular course This office’s mission is to develop collaborative relationships would be the best fit for your learning style. across departments, units and colleges to increase engagement, retention and graduation of students who Transfer Student Success Center (TSSC) may be academically underprepared, first generation or tssc.wayne.edu • 313-577-2487 historically underrepresented at WSU. The Transfer Student Success Center helps ensure a smooth transition for students who are transferring Ombuds Office to Wayne State from another school. We can answer wayne.edu/ombuds • 313-577-3487 questions about transfer credit evaluation, academic Located in the Student Center Building, the ombudsperson advising and get you connected to an advisor in your offers a safe place for students to seek resolution of issues academic department. No question is too big or too small. that are negatively affecting academic and campus life — And if we can’t answer your questions, we will figure out including academic appeals, health and personal concerns, who can and connect you. Our staff is here to support you and the navigation of university processes. and ensure your success at Wayne State. OneCard/Parking Service Center Undergraduate Research Opportunities onecard.wayne.edu • 313-577-CARD Program (UROP) Your OneCard is a multipurpose ID and debit card that urop.wayne.edu • 313-577-9226 gets you around on campus — including access into Undergraduate research gives students the opportunity parking lots, the fitness center, libraries and dining halls. to put theory into practice as they work on projects Adding money to the card allows you to pay for printing, collaboratively with faculty who are leaders in their fields. books, meals and more. Visit the OneCard/Parking Service Research activities help students develop critical thinking Center on the second floor of the Welcome Center. skills, make connections with faculty experts and create knowledge in their field of interest. Any undergraduate Parking and Transportation Services student has the opportunity to participate. The research parking.wayne.edu • 313-576-PARK project can be one proposed by the student, an ongoing There are more than 13,000 spaces maintained in study or work already taking place within a lab. Search structures and surface lots across campus. A semester- the database at uropconnect.wayne.edu for potential long parking pass offers unlimited entry and access to a research projects and faculty mentors. designated lot or structure, chosen based on availability and convenience. Visit the OneCard/Parking Service University Advising Center (UAC) Center on the second floor of the Welcome Center. advising.wayne.edu • 313-577-2680 Schedule an appointment: wams.wayne.edu/go/uac Student Disability Services (SDS) Located in the Undergraduate Library, the University studentdisability.wayne.edu Advising Center provides advising support to the following 313-577-1851 • Video phone 313-202-4216 students: pre-pharmacy and health sciences, pre-medicine, SDS is in the Undergraduate Library for students who pre-dental, pre-veterinary, pre-physician assistant, pre-law, have special needs or disabilities that require reasonable pre-social work and pre-nursing. The UAC also supports accommodation (permanent or temporary). You must students exploring, declaring or changing majors, as well register for accommodations by meeting with a counselor; as prospective freshmen and transfer students. call the office for details. Writing, Research & Technology Zone Student Service Center (SSC) clas.wayne.edu/writing • 313-577-2544 wayne.edu/studentservice • 313-577-2100 Writing tutors can lend a hand with various English A one-stop shop that serves the needs of students, parents courses, writing assignments and preparation for the and anyone interested in Wayne State University. Email, call English Proficiency Exam. The center is located in the or visit the Welcome Center office with questions about Undergraduate Library. financial aid, records and registration, and student accounts. WSU Dining Services Testing, Evaluation and Research Services housing.wayne.edu/dining • 313-577-9953 testing.wayne.edu • 313-577-3400 From OJ and oatmeal before class to pop and pizza during Through this office on the sixth floor of the Student Center, late-night study sessions, WSU Dining Services stands students have the option of placing into higher levels of ready to keep you energized with tasty and nutritious general education courses. Students also can take the CLEP offerings. Sign up for a convenient meal plan or use to test out of certain requirements. Later in their academic Warrior Dollars, your OneCard or cash to pay as you go. career, students who decide to go on to graduate school All can be used at the two dining halls and several on- can take the LSAT, MCAT or GRE right on campus. The campus locations. office also offers faculty performance information via the

STUDENT SERVICES | 35 Wayne State University libraries What’s the U-G-L? The UGL is what a lot of people call the David Adamany Undergraduate Library, located in the center of campus. n Open 24 hours a day during fall and winter semesters n 24-hour Extended Study Area with computers open year-round n Over 350 computers available for student use n Library Information Desk and Computer Help Desk on the first floor n Writing, Research & Technology (WRT) Zone on the second floor n Quiet study on the third floor n Group study rooms n Vending machines and dining area (please don’t eat anywhere else in the library)

There are five libraries in the Wayne State University Library System that you can visit: David Adamany Undergraduate Library (UGL) Purdy/Kresge Library Arthur Neef Law Library Vera P. Shiffman Medical Library What else do I need to know? Walter P. Reuther Library To get into any library after 6 p.m., you need to have your Your OneCard is your library card, printing and copy card, OneCard or some other form of picture identification. and your campus ID. Make sure you always have it with you when you come to the library. It is required for entry Your library account is accessible using your Wayne State after 6 p.m. AccessID and password. You can renew books and check due dates online in your account. What else is available at the library? You can watch videos for help using library services and Use the re:Search online videos to learn about resources resources at .com/wsuinst. and services. library.wayne.edu/research The Library Resources link in your Blackboard site for Got a big paper due? Use the Assignment Planner to create each course takes you to library, research and information a schedule for getting it done on time. Get text message sources you may need for assignments in that course. reminders and helpful hints and guidance for each step of the process. library.wayne.edu/planner What if I need help using the library? Get help with your multimedia projects in the Writing, Librarians can answer your questions and help you with Research & Technology (WRT) Zone, which provides research, projects and assignments anytime, day or night. hardware and software for individuals or small groups To connect with a librarian, go to library.wayne.edu and of students to use in creating multimedia projects for click on Chat in the bar on the top right, or visit library. assignments and other course-related activities. Our wayne.edu/services/help. You can also text questions to friendly and knowledgeable staff is ready to assist you with 313-228-3WSU. (Standard text messaging charges may your project. The WRT Zone is on the second floor of the apply from your wireless provider.) Feel free to stop by Undergraduate Library. wrtzone.wayne.edu any library information desk or make an appointment for individual research assistance.

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37 | Green & Gold Guide Your safety Blue Light emergency phones: Located at each building entrance and several other spots across campus, these highly visible phones offer direct contact to the WSU Police Department at the touch of a button.

Broadcast Messaging: This system can send you an email or text message alert when campus is closed for snow days or other emergencies. Students can opt in on Academica.

Speed dial: Take a minute to program the WSU Police Department’s emergency number into your cell phone: 313-577-2222. WSU Police Department VIN etching: Endorsed by many auto Wayne State University is committed to the safety and security insurance companies, the vehicle of its campus community. A wide range of activities, training, identification number is permanently etched safety measures, technology and resources combine to ensure into the surface of at least six windows Wayne State remains one of Michigan’s safest college campuses of a vehicle. The WSU Police Department — a place where everyone can live, learn, work and experience regularly hosts free VIN etching sessions for all that Detroit has to offer without worry. In fact, WSU has all members of the campus community. been ranked among the top 50 safest campuses in America by BestColleges.com. Commuting safety tips: n The quickest route is not always Whether in patrol cars, on mountain bikes or behind desks, the the safest. It may be worth leaving dedicated men and women of the Wayne State University Police 10 minutes earlier to travel a slower, Department (WSUPD) handle all police, criminal and safety safer route. matters on campus. WSUPD provides a full range of professional police services to the main and medical center campuses as well n Carpool if possible. as surrounding neighborhoods. The full-service department is n Keep your vehicle well maintained. available to the university community 24 hours a day, seven days n If you are stranded, do not leave your car. a week, 365 days a year, with a response time of 90 seconds or less in most situations. n Carry a cell phone. n Always drive with your doors locked. All WSU police officers are fully licensed through the Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES), are For more advice, see the Safety Tips section sworn peace officers commissioned under state law, and of police.wayne.edu. have been commissioned as Detroit police officers. They are empowered to enforce all federal and state laws as well as the Michigan Motor Vehicle Code and City of Detroit ordinances on and off campus. As sworn police officers, they are authorized to investigate, arrest or take any other necessary action to address any criminal or other public infraction in the vicinity of the WSU campus. WSU police officers work closely with the Detroit Police Department, Wayne County Sheriff’s Department, Michigan State Police and federal law enforcement authorities. WSUPD also has a three-dog K9 unit that works as a regional resource for tracking, explosives and narcotics detection.

Personal safety and crime prevention efforts are the responsibility of the entire Wayne State community. Crime happens everywhere, so whether you’re on or off campus, it’s important to be alert, be responsive and be informed. Always be aware of your surroundings, act quickly and know what steps you can take to avoid being a target. For a full lineup of prevention programs and services (including RAD self-defense classes), visit police.wayne.edu.

38 | Green & Gold Guide Preventing and reporting sexual assault Wayne State University is committed might change your mind about pressing to maintaining a safe environment charges later. that supports the education and career n For all other sexual misconduct advancement of its students. involving another member of the WSU Every student is strongly encouraged community, you should seek assistance to participate in education focused on from either the Dean of Students familiarizing him or herself with ways to Office (DOSO) at 313-577-1010 or the reduce the risk of being a victim of sexual Office of Equal Opportunity at 313-577- harassment and sexual assault, domestic 2280. DOSO can implement interim and relationship violence, and stalking. The measures — such as a no-contact order, university has developed an online quiz to an interim suspension of the accused educate students about Title IX and the or a change in classes — that may be Violence Against Women Act. Please visit needed to protect the victim and the title9training.wayne.edu and use your rest of the campus community. AccessID and password to get started. n The university will promptly and fairly Key facts investigate (and take administrative n Most sexual assaults on college action, where appropriate) all reported campuses occur among people who incidents of sexual harassment and know each other. assault even if no criminal charges are brought. n Alcohol is the No. 1 date rape drug. About 75 percent of the men and at Resources least 55 percent of the women involved It is important that a victim get help in in date rapes had been drinking or using dealing with trauma. Any student who has RAD training drugs right before the attack. experienced sexual harassment or sexual The Wayne State University n Alcohol and drugs cloud a person’s assault, domestic or relationship violence, Police Department offers thinking and alter one’s ability to make or stalking can obtain free assistance from low-cost, nationally sound decisions and assess risk. Counseling and Psychological Services by calling 313-577-3398 or visiting certified Rape Aggression n The fact that a woman’s alcohol caps.wayne.edu. Defense (RAD) training consumption may increase her throughout the year. likelihood of experiencing sexual assault Additional resources can be found at does not make her responsible for a doso.wayne.edu on the Student Conduct Female students, staff and man’s behavior. Services page. faculty learn techniques for awareness, prevention, risk n A person cannot consent to sexual Good safety choices reduction and avoidance contact when their judgment is n Always trust your instincts. If you feel before advancing to impaired due to drugs or alcohol. Each uncomfortable in a situation, do not try realistic self-defense one of us is responsible for making to be polite and stay. Remove yourself training. Emphasis is sure we have consent in every sexual immediately. If you’re on or near placed on the proper way situation. If you are not sure, ask! campus, call the WSUPD at 313-577- to deliver effective kicks, 2222. If you’re off campus, call 911. Reporting assault blocks and strikes, as well n If you witness, become aware of or are n If you plan to drink alcoholic beverages, as practical, tactical the victim of a sexual assault by another do not do so from open containers ground-fighting skills to member of the WSU community, you (such as punch bowls), which can easily facilitate escape. should immediately call the Wayne State be spiked with other drugs. Order your Watch your inbox for University Police Department at own beverage and keep an eye on it at messages from WSUPD 313-577-2222. They will offer immediate all times. with details about help, and will work to preserve the n When going out to social events, try upcoming training evidence and apprehend the offender. to go with friends you trust. If you go sessions. WSUPD will take police reports and alone, notify others about where you conduct investigations of any assaultive will be going. crimes involving any student, staff n Don’t leave a social event alone or with or faculty member. You do not have someone you just met or don’t know to press charges when you report an very well. incident. Always report assault; you Visit doso.wayne.edu for updates about awareness and prevention.

STUDENT SERVICES | 39 A breath of fresh air

Wayne State supports a healthy environment by maintaining a smoke- and tobacco-free campus across all indoor and outdoor spaces. To help, the university offers a comprehensive smoking cessation program to students, faculty and staff, free of charge. For details, visit wayne.edu/smoke-free.

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40 | Green & Gold Guide Health and wellness Campus Health Center The Campus Health Center is a nurse practitioner-run clinic that provides a wide range of primary health care services to keep Wayne State students healthy and ready to learn. Some of the health care services offered include: illness care, preventative and routine health care, clearance exams, immunizations, TB testing, travel health, STD testing, and birth control options. All WSU students enrolled in classes are eligible to receive health care services at the Campus Health Center. Students get one free illness visit (professional consultation) per semester. Find a list of accepted insurance plans at health.wayne.edu. Computing & Information Call for an appointment: 313-577-5041 Technology – C&IT Fax: 313-577-9581 C&IT provides information technology services 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Friday and resources that support and enhance 5200 Anthony Wayne Drive, Suite 115 Wayne State’s teaching, learning, research and [email protected] administrative activities. C&IT’s primary goal health.wayne.edu is to provide technology services that enable facebook.com/CampusHealthCenter students, faculty and staff to be successful at Twitter: @wsucampushealth Wayne State. C&IT strives to provide excellent customer service, respond to the changing needs Immunization records of the university community, and make it easy All students must have an immunization record on file in the and convenient for everyone to use technology Campus Health Center prior to moving in to a residence hall. at WSU. Learn more at tech101.wayne.edu. Immunization records can be hand-delivered, faxed or mailed to the address above. They will be accepted on move-in day, but C&IT Help Desk: The Help Desk is the first and students are strongly advised to turn them in prior to that. best option to solve any technology problems you have. Visit us in the lower level of the Vaccinations Student Center Building or get in touch with us A meningitis vaccine booster is highly recommended for all first- at 313-577-HELP, [email protected] or via year students living on campus. This and other recommended live chat on computing.wayne.edu. vaccines are available at the Campus Health Center. Contact the Campus Health Center if you are unsure of your vaccination Computer Repair Services: The Help Desk offers status. All students are eligible to receive an annual flu shot at competitively priced diagnostic and repair service no out-of-pocket cost. Please visit health.wayne.edu for more for your personal computer. If your personal information about vaccinations. Windows PC or Mac crashes frequently or is slow, check us out. For more information, visit Student Health 101 computing.wayne.edu/repairs. Student Health 101 is a free digital magazine for WSU students and their parents. Each month, it offers new videos and articles geared Purchases and discounts: Purchase discounted toward college student health and wellness. software at computing.wayne.edu/ freesoftware, find mobile phone discounts at Students: readsh101.com/wayne.html computing.wayne.edu/mobilediscounts and Parents: readsh101.com/wayne-pp.html see computer discounts at computing.wayne. edu/discounts. Wayne State Mobile: Access your email, grades, campus maps and more on your mobile device. Visit m.wayne.edu to get started, or search “Wayne State Mobile” in your app store to download the free app on your Android or iOS device. Wireless Internet: C&IT provides free Internet access on campus to all WSU students. Connect to WSU-SECURE with your AccessID and password. Find full instructions at computing. wayne.edu/securesetup.

STUDENT SERVICES | 41 Aiming to have a great academic year? We can help.

Visit the Academic Success Center for: n Study skills counseling n Math success services n Peer-assisted learning • Supplemental Instruction • Small-group and individual tutoring n Test preparation n Free workshops

See page 10 for more information.

Each semester, the Academic Success Center hosts workshops covering various topics aimed at helping you make the grade. The workshops are free and open to all students with a OneCard. Sept. 8 2 p.m. Math Study Series: Previewing and Note Taking Sept. 20 noon Making the Most of Lecture: Effective Listening and Note Taking Oct. 10 5:30 p.m. Procrastination Elimination Nov. 16 4 p.m. Stress: Prevention and Management Dec. 1 2 p.m. Final Exams Prep

Several additional workshops covering everything from time management to healthy habits will be offered throughout the academic year.

For details and schedule updates, visit success.wayne.edu Located on the first floor of the Undergraduate Library

42 | Green & Gold Guide Student veterans at WSU Wayne State values its student veterans and the time and effort they’ve put into For more information their military service. We are proud to provide a solid next step, with services and about veteran services a learning environment designed to promote success. and support at WSU, visit WSU is a Yellow Ribbon school. We’ve been recognized by the American Council omvae.wayne.edu. on Education as veteran friendly and we’ve received endorsements from Victory Media (Military Friendly Schools list) and KMI Military Advanced Education (2015 Guide to Colleges & Universities). Warriors for Warriors A charter member of the Student Veterans of America, WSU’s Student Veterans Organization provides volunteer opportunities, community outreach, peer mentoring and tutoring. The Student Veterans Resource Center is a popular place to hang out, with its computer lab, free printing services and space for group study sessions. Join us in room 687 of the Student Center, or get more information at 313-577-4762 or [email protected]. Veterans Affairs education benefits If you served on active duty, you might be eligible for education benefits offered by the Department of Veterans Affairs. For example, the Post-9/11 G.I. Bill provides financial support for educational and housing expenses to those with at least 90 days of aggregate service after September 10, 2001, or those discharged with a service-connected disability after 30 days. Activate your VA education benefits online at benefits.va.gov/gibill/apply.asp. Then mail, email or fax your certificate of eligibility to: Office of Military and Veterans Academic Excellence Wayne State University 1600 Undergraduate Library Detroit, MI 48202 [email protected] Fax: 313-577-5020 Documentation of enrollment After you work with an advisor to schedule your classes, you’ll need to submit the Veterans Admissions Agreement (omvae.wayne.edu/va-admission-agreement.php) and the Request for VA Certification (omvae.wayne.edu/va-certification.php).

STUDENT SERVICES | 43 Close to home No matter where you live or work, there is a Wayne State site nearby that can help you achieve your goal of completing a degree. Learn more at educationaloutreach.wayne.edu. Check out the courses offered at the campus closest to you at WSU extension centers classschedule.wayne.edu. Advanced Technology Education offer convenience Center (ATEC) 14601 E. 12 Mile Road Students at Wayne State can take classes in Midtown or at any of our six Warren, MI 48088 extension centers in the metro area — including new locations in Warren 586-447-3905 and Livonia.

Harper Woods Center Extension centers offer the convenience of taking classes close to home Harper Woods Middle/High School or work and provide additional access to university services, courses 20225 Beaconsfield St. and degree programs. Students benefit from the same comprehensive Harper Woods, MI 48225 educational experience they receive on main campus, and classes taken 586-263-6700 at extension centers provide full university credit toward degree and certificate requirements. Macomb Education Center Classes at extension centers are open to all WSU students who meet 16480 Hall Road program requirements. Student services at the centers are integrated with Clinton Township, MI 48038 main campus and include regular visits by representatives from admissions 586-226-4291 and financial aid, and advisors from appropriate academic programs. Oakland Center Informational meetings, math placement and critical thinking competency 33737 W. 12 Mile Road exams are scheduled throughout the year at centers, and all offer library Farmington Hills, MI 48331 resources such as pick-up and drop-off of interlibrary loans. 248-553-3545 General education classes such as basic speech, economics and history Schoolcraft Center are offered at extension centers, and high-demand programs in business, 18600 Haggerty Road engineering and engineering technology, and computer science are Livonia, MI 48152 available at several extension centers, including the new Advanced 734-853-3450 Technology Education Center (ATEC) in Warren. Besides the expertise provided by faculty teaching at a comprehensive University Center – Macomb research university, ATEC also features bicycle storage and electric vehicle charging stations, while the new Schoolcraft Center has collaborative Center Campus learning space and is conveniently located at 7 Mile and Haggerty roads 44575 Garfield Road in Livonia. Clinton Township, MI 48038 586-263-6700 Parking is free at all extension centers. Visit educationaloutreach.wayne.edu.

44 | Green & Gold Guide Multicultural Student Engagement International Last year, the Office of Multicultural Student Engagement (OMSE) opened on the third floor of Purdy/Kresge Library, and is scheduled students to move to the seventh floor of the Student Center Building by the International students who live time classes start this fall. and learn on campus enhance the The mission of OMSE is to develop collaborative relationships experience for everyone at WSU. across departments, units and colleges to increase engagement, By bringing the world to our door, retention and graduation of students who may be academically students are better prepared to underprepared, first generation or historically underrepresented at succeed in a global society and WSU. multicultural workplace. Our students hail from 65 countries, The office serves as a conduit to link students with campus and from Australia to Vietnam and nearly community resources and services designed to assist in achieving everywhere in between. academic and professional goals. OMSE provides academic and support programs to assist in the adjustment process as students The Office of International Students transition into the university culture. OMSE supports the needs of and Scholars (OISS) collaborates any student who wishes to receive such support within a context of with academic departments and the cultural awareness. community to provide programs and offer assistance to international A main focus of the office is to advance the multicultural and students, from teaching how to intercultural learning and skill development for all WSU students. navigate through our educational The office is drawing upon the academic, financial and social system to building a résumé to even resources of the university to create and sustain a sense of finding a ride to the grocery store. community within the university among students, faculty and staff. Helping students adjust to different cultural and social expectations when far away from home are key elements of OISS programming.

International students can turn to OISS for information about health insurance, on-campus housing, tuition and fees, and how to connect with various ethnic organizations both at WSU and in the metro area. International students can find their way — and their home — in OISS. Learn more at oiss.wayne.edu.

STUDENT SERVICES | 45 The Warrior Zone student section promotes spirit 2016 Home Football Schedule and fan engagement at WSU athletic events. Saturday, September 17 v Lake Erie – 6:00 p.m. Involvement in the Warrior Zone extends beyond Saturday, September 24 the game. It’s a way to show Warrior Pride on v Tiffin – 12:00 p.m. campus and in the community. Saturday, October 1 | Homecoming v Hillsdale – 6:00 p.m. Hype up the crowd and cheer our Warriors on to Saturday, October 15 victory! v Walsh – 12:00 p.m. Saturday, October 22 Join us at the next game! v Saginaw Valley State – 12:00 p.m. Saturday, November 12 v Grand Valley State – 12:00 p.m. CAMPUS LIFE

LIFE CAMPUS Make friends — don’t go it alone. That way, when it’s too much, they can help you get back on your path — and keep you … you.

— Tony Cooper Graphic Design Inkster, Michigan Class of 2017

Warrior wordsSee pageof 54 for morewisdom advice from current students CAMPUS LIFE

Connecting to Wayne State Research shows that getting involved on campus — of students. Its 28 members enhance campus- whether in a student organization, on an athletic team, community life through quality programming and act as at an on-campus job or conducting hands-on research a liaison between students and the administration. Visit with a professor — helps students be more successful. studentsenate.wayne.edu for more information and a The Dean of Students Office (DOSO) provides numerous list of current members. opportunities for student life and campus activities Thursdays in the D involvement, including: Check out your Midtown neighborhood and downtown Student organizations Detroit every Thursday night through this popular event There are more than 400 registered groups, including series. Whether it’s a salsa dance party at the Charles H. approximately 25 fraternities and sororities. If you don’t Wright Museum of African American History, Cupid’s Gala see a student organization that meets your interest, it’s at the Detroit Historical Museum, Halloween at MOCAD, really easy to start your own. or trips to Red Wings and Tigers games, these free or low- cost events immerse you in the city’s culture. DOSO makes Campus Activities Team it easy to participate with free shuttles to and from events. Offering a weekly film series, student spotlight events, And much more nightly programs in the Student Center and weekend Discover Detroit excursions. Join us — most of these There are countless evening and weekend programs events are free! presented by student organizations and the Campus Activities Team, all by students for students. We’ll also get you involved in the city through volunteer opportunities WSU’s official student newspaper, published primarily during events such as the Thanksgiving Day parade, online, is the best way to stay on top of campus Winter Blast and Detroit Grand Prix, or on campus in the happenings. Consider joining the staff — you don’t have Warrior Zone at football games. Find details about these to be a journalism major to do so. and other student life activities at doso.wayne.edu. For up-to-date information about campus happenings Student Senate such as guest lectures, athletic events and planetarium The Wayne State University Student Senate is a shows, bookmark events.wayne.edu. nondiscriminatory, nonpartisan representative body

CAMPUS LIFE | 47 True Warriors: Athletics at WSU During the 2015 calendar year, Wayne State University athletic teams had many successes on the field of play. The women’s basketball team advanced to the NCAA Tournament for the third consecutive year and senior center Shareta Brown was the consensus National Player of the Year. The Warrior women’s swimming and diving program won its sixth straight conference title and finished in the top five at nationals for the seventh consecutive season, while the men’s swimming and diving squad has won the GLIAC title nine of the last 13 years and has finished in the top eight at NCAAs each of the last 11 seasons. The softball team won its fourth consecutive GLIAC Tournament and competed in the NCAA Tournament for the ninth time in the last 10 years. Women’s tennis junior student- athlete Andreea Mitrache was voted GLIAC Player of the Year by the league’s head coaches. Founded in 1918, the Athletics Department has just over 400 student-athletes competing in intercollegiate sports who contributed more than 10,750 hours of community service last academic year. In the annual overall rankings of athletic programs, WSU has finished in the top 12 percent of the country for 12 of the last 13 years. During 2014-15, the department had 28 All-Americans. Football Saturdays? Yeah, we’ve got that. Check out wsuathletics.com for details about all of WSU’s athletic programs, which (with the exception of fencing) compete in the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference: Men’s Women’s Baseball Basketball Basketball Cross country Cross country Fencing Fencing Golf Football Softball Golf Swimming and diving Swimming and diving Tennis Tennis Track and field Volleyball Hosting full-season leagues and one-day contests, the fully equipped Mort Harris Recreation and Fitness Center offers plenty of ways to compete outside of the classroom. Get in the game yourself by visiting rfc.wayne.edu to see the wide variety of intramural and club sports available to all students, ranging from dodgeball and soccer to rugby and lacrosse. Warrior Zone The Warrior Zone is the student section that promotes spirit and sportsmanship at Wayne State University athletic events. Warrior Zone members help hype up the team and the crowd with coordinated cheers and chants. The Warrior Zone also extends beyond just athletic events — it’s a great way to show your Warrior Pride both on and off campus.

48 | Green & Gold Guide 49 | Green & Gold Guide Know what we mean Live and learn Common campus life terms

Fishbowl: The lounge of the Prentis Building, which in one place is where the Mike Ilitch School of Business is housed. Are you planning to live on campus? We hope so. It’s Take one look inside and you’ll see why. a great way to meet people and make the most of your time at Wayne State. Fountain Court: Recently refurbished, this mid- campus landmark offers park-like tranquility, making Our three residence halls are situated in the heart of it a popular place to meet up with friends or study campus, just steps from class, the library, the Student between lectures. Center and more. Ghafari Hall, Atchison Hall and the Keast Commons: Named for William Rea Keast, Towers Residential Suites all offer: Wayne State’s fifth president, this walkway behind the n Housing for freshmen as well as upperclassmen. Towers Residential Suites is a popular gathering area. n Fully furnished rooms in a range of occupancies, Mall: Gilmour Mall, Gullen Mall — where are all the all with private baths. stores? You won’t find Cinnabon at Wayne State’s malls. Instead, these are walkways offering direct routes n Academic and social programming. to your classes, activities and more. n Leadership opportunities. Old Main: Wayne State’s signature building on the southwest corner of Cass and Warren avenues. n Lifelong friendships.

SCB: Short for the Student Center Building, which is n Study rooms and social lounges on each floor. the heart of campus activity and houses everything from the Dean of Students Office to a food court. Find n Wi-Fi throughout each building. out more at studentcenter.wayne.edu. n Designated special interest floors. The South End: The official WSU student newspaper is published daily at thesouthend.wayne.edu. Special n Live-in Community Directors and student print editions are available approximately once a Resident Assistants. semester in newsstands across campus. n Completely smoke- and tobacco-free environment (inside and out).

n Free cable.

n Fully equipped laundry facilities.

n Staffed 24-hour reception desk with OneCard access system.

n Food court-style eateries, including a vegan, vegetarian and kosher dining facility.

To secure your spot on campus:

1. Visit housing.wayne.edu and complete the online Housing Application and License Agreement.

2. Submit a $100 nonrefundable application fee.

3. Watch for email and postal communications from the housing office about financial aid, payment plans, roommates, move-in and other important information.

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51 | Green & Gold Guide 52 | Green & Gold Guide WSU OneCard The WSU OneCard is a multipurpose identification card and Adding funds debit card all in one. It is a convenient, easy-to-use card designed to give students access to a variety of campus There are several ways to add funds services, including parking, library copying and printing, (up to $500 at a time): food and book purchases, and more, all without having to • On Academica, under WSU Resources, use cash. You’ll also use your OneCard to access facilities such as residence halls and the rec center, as well as to catch click on University Resources, then on a ride on the complimentary campus shuttle. Learn more at Access OneCard Account. Once you are onecard.wayne.edu. in the payment portal, click on Deposit to OneCard. Enter your ID number, credit You may use your OneCard to: card information and the amount of money you would like to deposit. The n Access parking lots and structures. minimum amount that can be deposited n Enjoy all-you-care-to-eat dining at Towers Café or is $15 and the maximum amount is $500. Gold ‘n’ Greens. Funds deposited online are available within 10-15 minutes. n Check out reference materials at a WSU library. • In person, with a check or money order n Enter your residence hall. at the OneCard/Parking Service Center in room 257 of the Welcome Center. Funds n Work out at the Mort Harris Recreation and Fitness Center. deposited by check or money order are available the next business day. n Have lunch in the Student Center food court. • Cash System Value Terminals (CSVT) in n Pull an all-nighter at the UGL in the 24-hour study lab. locations across campus allow you to add value to your OneCard using cash. Simply n Buy books at the WSU Bookstore. insert your OneCard into the machine, select the deposit function, and deposit n Purchase a Pepsi from a vending machine in State Hall. your cash. Denominations of $1, $5, $10 n Grab a cup of coffee at Starbucks. and $20 are accepted. CSVTs do not give change. n Make copies and print in a computer lab. n Take a placement exam at Testing and Evaluation. n Purchase concert tickets in the Dean of Students Office. What if you lose n Wash your clothes in a campus laundry room. your OneCard? n Get deals from businesses through Show Your OneCard Lost or stolen cards should be deactivated and Save: shops.wayne.edu/show-your-onecard.php. immediately by logging into Academica, clicking University Resources, then Access OneCard Account. Once you are in the OneCard portal, click on Lost/Stolen Card. During regular business hours, you can call the OneCard/Parking Service Center at 313-577-CARD. To get a new card, visit the OneCard office in room 257 of the Welcome Center to complete the replacement card form and pay a $10 fee.

CAMPUS LIFE | 53 Warrior words of wisdom What advice would you give your younger self? That’s the question we asked current Wayne State students who came to Midtown from near and far to study everything from theatre to biology. If you’re looking for inside information about how to succeed in class and make the most of your time on campus, take it from these Warriors — and look for more advice throughout this guide at the start of each section.

Do not be afraid to get things done early, because constantly procrastinating in college can cause a serious setback.

Larry Wallace Broadcast Journalism Hazel Park, Michigan Class of 2016

Wayne State is strong in diversity. Don’t be afraid to surround yourself with new people and ideas, and don’t be afraid to get involved in the organizations and activities that focus on the things that you’re passionate about.

Emily Kelly Nutrition and Food Science Macomb, Michigan Class of 2018

Don’t be afraid of challenges you may face because I guarantee that with focus and determination, you can accomplish anything.

David Torres Graphic Design Detroit Class of 2017

It is very important to stay connected with your advisor. They help you stay on track with your classes, they provide information about research and seminar opportunities, and they help with those small details about registration that you might’ve missed.

Deja Moore-Grant Psychology Detroit Class of 2017

54 | Green & Gold Guide Tutoring is a great way to get perspective on the coursework and practice the skills you’ve learned firsthand. At WSU, tutoring opportunities take you from understanding to confidence to success!

James Mallare Community Health Education Windsor, Ontario Class of 2017

I like to look at the week ahead and see what I have due or what test I have to study for and plan accordingly so I am not overwhelmed. Taking good notes in class and then reviewing them over and over again really helps me prepare for a test. I like to give myself breaks in between studying when I can. It helps to lower my stress, and then I am not cramming it in all at once.

Kayla Wood Special Education Chesterfield, Michigan Class of 2017

The diversity of Wayne State’s campus is incredible. As an international student, the WSU community didn’t just make me feel welcome, included and comfortable. It also provided me with limitless opportunities to connect with wonderful and unique individuals from all over the world — people who I get to learn from and share experiences with every single day.

Marah Wahbeh Biological Sciences Amman, Jordan Class of 2017

As an acting major, I have realized that I am rarely satisfied with my work. However, the challenge of pursuing my passion is so worth it when I do come home satisfied and I can walk away from my classes and rehearsals knowing I am at least a little closer to perfecting my craft.

Patrick Roache Theatre Detroit Class of 2018

CAMPUS LIFE | 55 Campus shuttles

Wayne State offers a complimentary shuttle service that allows you to get from one part of campus to another simply by showing your OneCard. The mini-buses are marked and run in approximately 15-minute intervals Monday-Friday from 7 a.m.-7 p.m. on main campus, and in approximately 30-minute intervals Monday-Friday from 7 a.m.-9 p.m. on the medical campus. Hours are reduced during spring/summer semester. A weekend shuttle service is offered, with buses running from main campus to on Friday and Saturday nights from 9 p.m.-2:30 a.m., excluding holiday weekends and spring/ summer semester. Main campus and medical campus shuttle Parking on campus stops are labeled and near the following You’ll probably hear a lot about parking at Wayne State. In fact, buildings and parking lots: parking is likely to be at a premium at any university situated in the • University Towers middle of a bustling city. However, parking at WSU can be very easy. • Engineering Building Even when the closest structures and lots are full, there is plenty of • Faculty/Administration Building perimeter parking with free shuttle service available. • IBio Building The best way to approach parking, and the method that will give • One Ford Place you the most peace of mind, is to purchase a semester-long assigned (Henry Ford transfer stop) parking pass ($287 for most structures, or $369 for premium • Parking Lot 11 parking*). This allows unlimited entry and access to a designated • Law School/Cohn Building structure or lot, which you’ll choose based on availability and where • State Hall you spend most of your time on campus. Students who live on • Old Main campus with vehicles must be in the semester parking program. • Parking Lot 60 Each new parking pass customer will pay a one-time fee ($25*) • Parking Lot 71 for an RFID tag, which hangs from your rearview mirror to allow • (medical shuttle) for quick, hands-free entry and exit. The hangtag is linked to your • Applebaum Pharmacy and Health OneCard and all current (and future) parking assignments, so hold Sciences Building (medical shuttle) on to it throughout your WSU career, even if you take a semester off Visit parking.wayne.edu/shuttles for from assigned parking. detailed route information for the main General parking is another option, allowing you to pay as you go, and medical campus shuttles as well as the with access to any of the general student parking areas. Deposit weekend service. funds to your OneCard for easy in-and-out access and to take Interested in getting around campus the advantage of the discounted student OneCard parking rate of $3.75* fun and fit way? Find details about cycling ($4.75* for premium parking areas). The general public may park logistics at parking.wayne.edu (follow the in designated WSU lots and structures at the public rate, typically Transportation Options link). If you don’t around $7-$10*, using a credit/debit card for entrance and exit and have a bike of your own, consider renting cash at limited locations. one from the Mort Harris Recreation and Fitness Center (see page 49). Visit parking.wayne.edu or use the Wayne State mobile app to see up-to-the-minute availability of open spots. See ad on page 52.

To purchase a pass or get more information, visit parking.wayne. Download the WSU app free from the edu and click the Student Parking tab or go to the OneCard/Parking Google Play or App Store to track real-time Service Center in room 257 of the Welcome Center. shuttle locations from your smartphone. *Based on 2015-16 academic year rates; subject to change.

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57 | Green & Gold Guide Eating at WSU Banking and retail You have plenty of dining options at WSU. You could grab a quick bite in the Student Center Building at Taco Bell, Panda Express, Wingstop, Bene options Pizza, Grille Works or Starbucks. Other campus favorites include Dunkin’ In addition to the wide range of Donuts, Subway, Jimmy John’s, Freshii, the Ghafari Hall Starbucks, Einstein dining options, you’ll find banking Bros. Bagels and Einstein Bros. Bagels Express at the Law School. There are services and retail shops on campus. also others such as Al-Basha Subs, Maccabees at Midtown, Delilah’s Cafe in the UGL, the Halftime Cafe at the School of Medicine, Starbucks in the Bank of America – ATM WSU Bookstore, and Mid City Grill in Parking Structure 8 on Forest. Use your OneCard at all of them! Chase – Branch and ATMs Comerica Bank – ATM If you’re looking for lots of delicious, healthy choices, head to one of Wayne State’s two dining halls. You don’t have to live on campus to Fifth Third Bank – Branch and ATMs purchase a meal plan. Flagstar Bank – ATM Towers Café in the Towers Residential Suites: This all-you-care-to-eat breakfast, lunch and dinner dining facility was recently renovated and Michigan First Credit Union – offers a variety of options, including a brick pizza oven, Mongolian grill, Branch and ATMs homestyle favorites, international entrees, sandwich and salad bars, dessert Campus Health Center stations, halal options and more. Detroit Yoga Lab Gold ’n’ Greens in Ghafari Hall: A unique dining experience that is certified kosher dairy (non-cholov yisroel) featuring vegetarian fare. Diners FedEx Office also have vegan and gluten-free options — all prepared with care and full Little Asia Mart Grocery of flavor. Social Club Grooming Co. Find weekly menus for both dining halls at dining.wayne.edu and on the WSU mobile app. Feel free to pop in without a meal plan. Both locations Student Center Building accept cash, credit, Warrior Dollars or OneCard payments. general store Sue’s Convenience Store For study sessions that stretch long past sundown, check out the late-night option in the lower level of the Student Center Building. It serves up a University Pharmacy variety of options to curb your late-night hunger every Sunday through Thursday. Use your meal plan, cash, credit, Warrior Dollars or OneCard WSU Bookstore to pay. Visit shops.wayne.edu for details.

Meal plans

Semester meal plans can be purchased through the Office of Housing and Residential Life website. Students who live in the residence halls are required to purchase a meal plan, but those who commute often do as well — the convenience and variety can’t be beat!

Warrior Dollars can only be used at on-campus food vendors run by WSU Dining Services, including Panda Express, Wingstop, Starbucks, Dunkin’ Donuts, Freshii, Einstein Bros. Bagels, Einstein Bros. Bagels Express, Subway, PODs and more. For details, visit housing.wayne.edu, click Campus Dining and choose Meal Plan Options.

58 | Green & Gold Guide 59 | Green & Gold Guide Speak Up, Speak Out

Protect Your Campus Title IX is a federal law that prohibits sex discrimination in education. Sex discrimination includes sexual harassment and sexual assault. WSU’s Sexual Harassment, Sexual Assault and Discrimination policies apply to all members of the University community-faculty, staff and students.

Report Sexual Harassment/Sexual Assault

Wayne State Police 313-577-2222 Office of Equal Opportunity 313-577-2280 Dean of Students Office 313-577-1010 Dean of Students David Strauss is the Title IX deputy coordinator for students Anonymous Tip Hotline 313-577-5138

WSU & DETROIT

DETROIT WSU & Read your textbook before and after class, but don’t highlight until after the lecture so you know what the teacher wants stressed. After highlighting, use all your resources (including your class notes and the professor’s slides) to go further in-depth and gather a better understanding of the material. Don’t be afraid of spending too much time on one subject — it will only help you.

— Daniella Wood Communication Sciences and Disorders Lake Orion, Michigan Class of 2017

Warrior wordsSee pageof 54 for morewisdom advice from current students Industry, Intelligence, Integrity All about Wayne State’s past, present and future

Wayne State University’s story begins in 1868 with the Mission founding of the Detroit Medical College, now the School Wayne State’s mission is to create and advance knowledge, of Medicine. In 1881, the Detroit Normal Training School prepare a diverse student body to thrive, and positively was established, which is now the College of Education. impact local and global communities. The now-iconic Old Main Hall was built in 1896 as Central High School, which began adding college classes in 1913. Values Those classes evolved into the Detroit Junior College Wayne State’s values cut across organizational boundaries, (offering a two-year general education program) in 1917, bind the institution culturally, and permeate all strategic and which became the College of the City of Detroit (with four- tactical initiatives. They include: collaboration, innovation, year degree programs) in 1923, and now is the College of integrity, diversity and inclusion, and excellence. Liberal Arts and Sciences.

In 1924, the College of Pharmacy was organized, and six Strategic focus areas years later the first regular graduate courses were offered Wayne State’s 2016-2021 Strategic Plan concentrates on in liberal arts and education. Frank Cody became the achievement in seven interdependent areas: first president in 1933, with the existing colleges united n Student success into a university organization, eventually named Wayne n Teaching excellence University, taken from Wayne County in honor of General n Research Anthony Wayne. n Diversity and inclusion n Entrepreneurship Wayne University continued to grow, adding the School of n Financial stability and operational excellence Social Work, the Law School, and the School of Business n Community engagement Administration, now the Mike Ilitch School of Business. In 1956, it was renamed Wayne State University. In 1963, By 2021, Wayne State will be a thriving, bustling institution Wayne State was designated one of Michigan’s three where every student has a clear pathway to academic and constitutionally established universities. career success and the opportunity to flourish in a diverse, collaborative, innovative environment. Through its urban- Vision focused research and community engagement, WSU will Wayne State University will be a pre-eminent, public, be recognized nationally and globally both as a leader in urban research university known for academic and research the revitalization of Detroit and in implementing innovative excellence, success across a diverse student body, and academic methods that enable all students, regardless meaningful engagement in its urban community. of background, to progress in a timely fashion to degree attainment.

WSU & DETROIT | 61 62 | Green & Gold Guide Inside the university You know, of course, that you’re at Law college. But did you know that Wayne Damon J. Keith Center for Civil State University is made up of 13 Rights different colleges and schools? This is how similar degree programs are Levin Center at Wayne Law grouped together in a logical manner. Liberal Arts and Sciences Those schools and colleges are: Mike Ilitch School of Business Center for Excellence and Equity in Mathematics College of Education Center for the Study of Citizenship College of Engineering Confucius Institute College of Fine, Performing and Communication Arts Douglas A. Fraser Center for Workplace Issues Graduate School Wayne State Labor Students Center Irvin D. Reid Honors College Law School Medicine University College of Liberal Arts and C.S. Mott Center for Human Sciences Growth and Development President School of Library and Cardiovascular Research Institute Information Science Center to Advance Palliative-Care School of Medicine Excellence College of Nursing Ligon Research Center of Vision Eugene Applebaum College of Social Work Pharmacy and Health Sciences Center for Social Work Research School of Social Work University Centers In addition, Wayne State is affiliated with many centers and institutes, Academic where you may choose to gain Center for Latino/a and Latin experience in your area of study. American Studies

Business Center for Peace and Conflict Studies Manufacturing Information Systems Center Center for Urban Studies M. Roy Wilson Cohn-Haddow Center for Judaic Education Studies Center for School Health Developmental Disabilities Institute Board of Governors Institute for Learning and Humanities Center Performance Improvement Gary S. Pollard, chair Research Institute for the Study of the Paul E. Massaron, vice chair African American Child Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute Diane L. Dunaskiss Engineering Center for Molecular Medicine and Marilyn Kelly Bioengineering Center Genetics David A. Nicholson Center for Automotive Research Institute of Environmental Health Sandra Hughes O’Brien Sciences Dana Thompson Institute of Gerontology Kim Trent Merrill Palmer Skillman Institute M. Roy Wilson, ex officio

WSU & DETROIT | 63 Explore Detroit Lucky you — you’ve just become Lincoln Street Art Park Astoria Bakery a student in a city electric with Eastern Market Mercury Burger Bar possibility. Going to class is your key Belle Isle Park La Feria concern, but when you’re not hitting Mudgies Deli the books, consider hitting the town. John K. King Used & Rare Books Cass Cafe We could write an entire guide about having fun in Detroit (others have — Dequindre Cut Seva look them up!) but to get you started, WSU Baroudeur cycling event Bucharest Grill here are some ways we think you’ll Dally in the Alley Russell St. Deli enjoy seeing and savoring your new Detroit Jazz Festival Go! Sy Thai neighborhood. Great Lakes Coffee Roasting Company Alley Taco THINGS TO DO Detroit Urban Craft Fair Campus Diner Motown Museum RiverWalk Harmonie Garden Charles H. Wright Museum of African Slow Roll bike ride Sister Pie American History Concert of Colors Honest ? John’s Detroit Symphony Orchestra Winter Blast HopCat Heidelberg Project Metro Times Blowout Tony V’s Tavern Detroit Historical Museum Traffic Jam and Snug Museum of Contemporary Art PLACES TO EAT Jolly Pumpkin Artisan Ales Slows Bar-B-Q Detroit (MOCAD) Café Con Leche Xochimilco Dangerously Delicious Pies Green Dot Stables Bobcat Bonnie’s Polish Village Cafe Detroit Repertory Theatre American and Lafayette Lions, Tigers and Wings (oh my!) Johnny Noodle King coney islands Detroit Institute of Arts Avalon International Breads The Block Detroit Artists Market Supino Pizzeria Z’s Villa Pegasus Taverna

64 | Green & Gold Guide WSU & DETROIT | 65 Part One of New Student Orientation is over. Now what? 1. To make sure you get important messages, set up your WSU account, including email. For details, visit tech101.wayne.edu. 2. Check your Wayne State email and sign up for alerts at broadcast.wayne.edu. These are the key ways the university will communicate with you. 3. Submit your housing application. If you plan to live on campus in a Wayne State apartment or residence hall, you must complete an application. Visit housing. wayne.edu to apply today. 4. Find a Learning Community that fits your needs. You’ll join a team of like-minded students and be led by an upperclassman peer mentor, working together toward course or program goals. You’ll support each other in study groups and activities outside the classroom. There is no additional charge beyond standard tuition. Learn more at lc.wayne.edu. 5. Learn how to navigate Blackboard. This online resource connects you to your professors and classmates. You’ll find your syllabus, textbook requirements and homework assignments here. Log on to blackboard. wayne.edu with your AccessID and password, then scroll to the bottom of the page to take a free, self- paced online tutorial. 6. Purchase your parking pass for the upcoming semester. Parking passes are available for purchase approximately one month before the start of each semester. Get more information online at parking.wayne.edu. 7. Pay your tuition and fee bill. This bill is due on August 15 for the fall 2016 semester and on December 15 for the winter 2017 semester. It can be paid online through Academica or in room 217 of the Welcome Center. 8. Attend Orientation Part Two – O2 on August 29-30. Incoming freshmen are required to attend both days, and transfer students are welcome to participate. We’ll send you off to start your first year with a round of applause at New Student Convocation and celebrate during the annual FestiFall event. 9. Ready, set, go! You’ve got everything you need for a successful year. Take a deep breath, focus on the road ahead and enjoy! 10. Check the Orientation stream in Academica to connect with other incoming students, ask questions and stay informed.

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E onsee R WSU is a eda amus/ eare ero eda ener eown smoke-free campus. ona -- for enera amus nformaon or -- for asssane w aessy a 68 | Green & Gold Guide FORMS FORMS Step out of your comfort zone and meet someone new each month. But I challenge you to meet a new person each week. It could be a classmate or someone in the UGL or anywhere on campus. It will help your school experience and your grades. New experiences and points of view keep you out of a funk and you also will have a new friend on campus you can go to whenever you need to!

— Lawrence Jhons Astronomy Warren, Michigan Class of 2017

Warrior wordsSee pageof 54 for morewisdom advice from current students Academic plan Undergraduate course scheduling example

The following is a four-year plan designed to assist you specific to your major. Work with your academic advisor in creating your schedule, so that you take courses in the to develop your own plan of work to help with degree correct sequence and follow prerequisite requirements. completion, as well as to migrate this paper plan into This four-year plan does not replace the plan of work Degree Works: wayne.edu/degreeworks.

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A minimum of 120 credit hours is required for all degree programs. See your academic advisor to determine your school or college and program requirements. Class schedule example Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

8 a.m. 8:30 a.m. 9 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 10 a.m. 10:30 a.m. 11 a.m. 11:30 a.m. noon 12:30 p.m. 1 p.m. 1:30 p.m. 2 p.m. 2:30 p.m. 3 p.m. 3:30 p.m. 4 p.m. 4:30 p.m. 5 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 6 p.m. 6:30 p.m.

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Note: Class start and end times will change beginning with the winter 2017 semester. Classes will begin and end at the bottom of the hour. We anticipate this leading to fewer conflicts when planning your schedule. Office of Student What will it cost? Financial Aid

Step 1 How many credit hours will I take? Use the online tuition calculator at apps.reg.wayne.edu/tuition.

Credits per semester Tuition and fees × two semesters =

Step 2 What will I spend on living expenses? Use the rate chart for your room and meal plan at housing.wayne.edu/rates.php.

Dorm cost or rent for fall and winter Meal plan or groceries Utilities and/or phone bill + Transportation and parking = Total living expenses

Step 3 How much financial aid will I receive? Log on to Academica. In the WSU Resources menu, select Student Resources. In the Student Resources menu, select Financial Aid, then My Award Information. Next, select the 2016-17 aid year, then click on Award Overview.

Grants for fall and winter Scholarships + Student loans = Total aid

Step 4 Will I need more funds or will I get a refund? Tuition and fee total + Total living expenses + $1,200 Books and supplies estimate = TOTAL COSTS – Total aid

= If the amount in the box is a negative number, you will receive a financial aid refund, which you may use to pay for other educational costs. If you don’t need these funds, consider borrowing less or not borrowing.

If the amount in the box is a positive number, you will need either an installment payment plan or additional financial resources, which may be a federal student loan or a Federal Parent PLUS Loan. Review payment plans at fisops.wayne.edu/bursar/payment/installment.php. Your financial aid plan A good academic plan — which is a roadmap that leads to graduation within four years — includes knowing the amount of financial aid that may be available. Reminder: Graduation within four years requires completing 15 credits each semester. PLAN NOW FOR GRADUATION Fall 2016 Winter 2017 Spring/Summer 2017 Credits 15 15 ______Grade level Freshman Freshman Estimated cost ______Federal Pell Grant ______Other ______Freshman loan option $2,750 $2,750 n/a Federal Parent PLUS Loan ______BALANCE

Fall 2017 Winter 2018 Spring/Summer 2018 Credits ______Grade level Sophomore Sophomore Estimated cost ______Federal Pell Grant ______Other ______Sophomore loan option $3,250 $3,250 n/a Federal Parent PLUS Loan ______BALANCE

Fall 2018 Winter 2019 Spring/Summer 2019 Credits ______Grade level Junior Junior Estimated cost ______Federal Pell Grant ______Other ______Junior loan option $3,750 $3,750 n/a Federal Parent PLUS Loan ______BALANCE

Fall 2019 Winter 2020 Spring/Summer 2020 Credits ______Grade level Senior Senior Estimated cost ______Federal Pell Grant ______Other ______Senior loan option $3,750 $3,750 n/a Federal Parent PLUS Loan ______BALANCE Grade level is determined by the number of completed credits: Freshman 0-28.99; Sophomore 29-55.99; Junior 56-87.99; Senior 88+ Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) is a federal law that protects the privacy of student education records. FERPA gives parents certain rights with respect to their children’s education records. These rights transfer to the student when he or she reaches the age of 18 or attends a school beyond the high school level. Generally, schools must have written permission from the parent or eligible student in order to release any information from a student’s education record. To complete the form online, visit reg.wayne.edu and click on Forms in the menu under Student Help.

REVERSE TRANSFER - Transcript Request Form

Mailing Address: Office of the Registrar In-Person Address: Student Services Center ATTN: Colleen McIlwain 42 West Warren, First Floor 5057 Woodward, Fifth Floor Detroit, MI 48202 Detroit, MI 48202

Phone: (313) 577-2100, Option 2 ~ Fax: (313) 577-0945 Official transcripts will not be released until all financial obligations to the university have been satisfied. STUDENT INFORMATION All blocks in student section must be completed – PLEASE PRINT LEGIBLY Student ID or Last Four of SSN Last Name First Name Middle

Complete Mailing Address – Street, City, State, Zip

Previous Names What years did you attend? Did you attend any of the following? __ Law School __ Medical School __ Junior Year in Munich __ Merrill Palmer E-mail Address Birthdate MM/DD/YY Daytime Phone

TRANSCRIPT HANDLING INSTRUCTIONS

Please mail my transcript to:______(Name of community college) Requests completed using this form will be sent automatically to the attention of the Reverse Transfer contact. FERPA Statement: The federal Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) of 1974 protects the privacy of student educational records, including transcripts, by placing certain restrictions on the disclosure of that information. As a result, your written authorization is required in order for Wayne State University to release your educational records to facilitate the reverse transfer credit agreement.

Authorization: I authorize the release of my academic records maintained by Wayne State University to the community college; and the release of my academic records maintained by said community college to Wayne State University without prior notice and for the purpose of credit evaluation to determine the awarding of an associate degree or other credential of value. I understand that I have the right to rescind this authorization at any time by notifying the Office of the Registrar a Wayne State University in writing of my decision. I understand that such revocation will not affect any disclosures previously made before receipt of any such written revocation.

My signature below is agreement that:  I understand the FERPA statement and the authorization, and agree to my student records being shared between Wayne State University and the community college for the purpose of credit evaluation to determine the awarding of an associate degree.  If applicable, an appropriate associate degree will be awarded based on my records, requirements of the degree, and credits toward degree. The awarded associate degree may not be the degree I was pursuing while a student at the community college.  If it is appropriate to award an associate degree, my signature below gives permission to the community college to award the degree and notify me of the results without further intervention on my part.

Student Signature X Date Most transcript requests are processed within one (1) business day of receipt. Your signature on this form authorizes the release of your transcript as well as our ability to communicate with you about this request via e-mail or phone. Forms without signatures will not be processed. Students are responsible for providing accurate address information for recipients. *When possible, official transcripts will be transmitted electronically. Recipients will receive an email with instructions f or retrieval.

For Office Use Only: Holds Present: Y N Hold Type(s) ______Mgr Initials ______| Staff Initials ______Date______

August 2013 Hymn to Wayne To thee, our Alma Mater, Homage we bring. Brave hearts raise grateful voices Thy praise to sing. Young art thou, young and strong; Renowned shalt thou live, and long; Honors to thee will throng — And Fame to thee cling. We laud thee, Alma Mater, Guardian of Right. Thou art our guide, our mentor — Thy name shines bright. Keep Learning’s light aflame, And hold Truth a sacred name, Honor, thy steadfast aim. All hail to thy might.

(Nicholas Stanley Oates ’29)

WSU Victory Song The Green and Gold of old Wayne U. flies over the field today. Our hearts are light for with our might A vict’ry is on its way. The team is strong, for them we’ll cheer, Wayne U. will march along. And at the end our voice blend in Wayne U.’s vict’ry song.

(Don Gragg) Interested in a career in health care? The WSU Pre-Med and Health Science Center will help you get there! Pre-med and health science advisors work with students to provide prerequisite advising, professional preparation, and application support for a wide range of competitive programs, including: n Medical n Dental n Veterinary medicine n Pharmacy n Physician assistant studies n Nursing n Allied health professions, such as physical and occupational therapy, radiation sciences, mortuary science and pathologist assistant studies Services: n Workshops and programs n Informational meetings n One-on-one advising appointments n Letters of recommendation file service n Social networking across Facebook, Twitter, websites and blogs In addition, we work to connect students with important campus resources, including: n Undergraduate research n Student organizations n Academic support • Academic Success Center • Chemistry Learning Center • Math Resource Center • Writing, Research & Technology Zone

FALL ’16 FRESHMAN PRE-MED CHECK-UPS will be available throughout the summer for students who have attended orientation. Meet with a pre-med advisor for an information session and Fall 2016 schedule check. To review Check-Up dates and RSVP, visit go.wayne.edu/premed-freshmen. Pre-Med and 1600 Undergraduate Library Health Science Center wayne.edu/advising/pre-health Appointments: wams.wayne.edu/go/uac

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