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HUSKY GUIDE 2018-19 TABLE OF CONTENTS TO THE UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON’S OFFICIAL WELCOMING CEREMONY FOR ENTERING STUDENTS, THEIR FAMILIES AND FRIENDS. The Husky Guide is divided into six sections based on topic area. These sections match the online modules in University 101 to make navigation easier for you. Hold on to your Husky Guide, throughout A&O you will be asked to refer to specific page numbers for more information and to complete NEW STUDENT activities. CONVOCATION Page numbers for each section are listed below: SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2018 • 10:30 AM ALASKA AIRLINES ARENA • HEC EDMUNDSON PAVILION Purple pms 267 Gold pms 872 Green pms 561 PRESIDENT’S PICNIC . Top 10 Checklist RAINIER VISTA FOLLOWING CONVOCATION Below are ten of the most 08 18 36 important things you should do AGENDAS ACADEMICS FINANCES before the quarter begins. Get more information and order tickets, at 06. Common Acronyms 21. Course Registration 36. Tuition Payment Deadline Check your UW email weekly. www.Convocation.Washington.edu 08. Freshman A&O 22. Academic Advising 37. Scholarships & Jobs 12. Transfer A&O 30. Academic Resources 38. Financial Aid Bookmark Dawg Daze events on 14. Parent Orientation 31. Disability Resources 39. Loans the New UW Huskies app. 16. International Student Success 32. University Libraries 34. Research, Study Abroad Create a communication plan with 35. Career & Internship Center your family & friends. Convocation-HuskyGuide2018FINAL.indd 1 4/13/18 5:57 PM Review your course schedule on MyUW. Explore campus jobs. Set up direct deposit with Student Fiscal Services. Check-in with your future roommates (even if you will be living at home). 40 52 64 Complete the Health Insurance Checklist and research healthcare CAMPUS LIFE WELLNESS CAMPUS MAP providers (doctors, therapists, etc.). Register your valuables with the 40. Community Standards & 53. Counseling Center 67. Dawg Daze Sporting Event Tickets UW Police Department. Student Conduct 54. Health Insurance 68. Areas of Academic Interest 42. Commute Options 57. Health & Wellness 77. University Book Store Coupon Create a University Book Store SEPT. 20–29 44. Housing & Food Services 58. Title IX Dawg Daze has over 250 events. See account and make plans to purchase Dawg Daze is UW’s week of welcome for new 46. Fraternity & Sorority Life 60. UW Recreation books and supplies. page 67 of this guide for special event 48. Husky Union Building 62. UW Police Department students! uwdawgdaze.com ticket information. 51. Husky Card Don’t miss the class “W” photo on Transfer students: Check out transfer SUNDAY, SEPT. 23! specific events online. 2 3 THE HUSKY WELCOME EXPERIENCE FIRST-YEAR STUDENTS, PARENTS In this guide we have included information that will help you and your parents navigate the University of Washington AND FAMILIES: community and begin creating your own Husky Experience. Welcome to the University of Washington family! FIRST YEAR COMMON QUESTION First Year Programs Team The hallmark of a UW education lies in taking advantage of the boundless possibilities at this great 206.543.4905 • [email protected] • uw.edu/fyp institution. Here, students are connected to leading-edge academic experiences that help them WHO ARE WE, discover how they want to impact the world, reflect on their growth and challenges and embrace their responsibility to themselves and others. WHAT ARE WE FOR? In UW classrooms, students investigate, explore and debate contemporary and enduring issues The diagram below outlines the different opportunities you have to learn more about the University of Washington facing our world. The faculty guiding them are inspiring teachers, world-renowned scholars as you navigate through your first year. Think of how you would answer the question above as you find smaller and innovative researchers who are deeply invested in creating rich and dynamic intellectual experiences for undergraduates. Beyond UW classrooms, students apply their newfound knowledge communities and discover resources that will help you meet your goals. in research labs, through community-based service, leadership opportunities or study abroad. The combination of experiences within and beyond the classroom prepares students to undertake University 101 their journey into a complex, interconnected and fascinating world with enduring and to-be- U101 discovered challenges and opportunities. Revisit the U101 modules or registration resources at any time throughout the year for links and other helpful information. By engaging deeply in this Husky Experience, students will strengthen and grow the drive, courage and compassion needed to make meaningful contributions to their careers and communities, Advising & Orientation whether those communities are around the corner or around the world. Indeed, our job is to A&O Utilize your time at A&O to meet people, ask questions and begin to see yourself as a member of this community. develop students so they graduate with the knowledge, experience and mindset to lead a future with optimism, innovation and purpose. I hope that you will be driven to discover all of the tremendous opportunities at the University of HG Husky Guide Washington. The Husky Guide is the perfect place to take notes and discover more information about campus resources. DD Dawg Daze Dawg Daze is your opportunity to connect with other people, explore new ideas and get involved on campus. ED TAYLOR Vice Provost and Dean, Undergraduate Academic Affairs First-year Interest Groups Professor, Educational Leadership and Policy Studies FIG Consider enrolling in a FIG to be part of a community dedicated to academic success, support and exploration. CTC Commuter & Transfer Commons Visit the CTC in the Husky Union Building for the day-use lockers, the kitchenette or to take a break between classes. 4 5 NOTES COMMON ACRONYMS A&O Advising & Orientation OMA&D Office of Minority Affairs & Diversity A&S College of Arts & Sciences OFSL Office of Fraternity & Sorority Life ASP Academic Support Programs OSFA Office of Student Financial Aid ASUW Associated Students of the OSVL Office of Student Veteran Life University of Washington PHA Panhellenic Association CAMP College Assistance Migrant QSR Quantitative and Symbolic Program Reasoning CLUE Center for Learning and RA Residential Adviser Undergraduate Enrichment RDR Rainy Dawg Radio CTC Commuter & Transfer Commons ROTC Reserve Officers Training Corps DRS Disability Resources for Students RSO Registered Student Organization ECC Ethnic Cultural Center SAF Services & Activities Fee EFS Early Fall Start SAO Student Activities Office EOP Educational Opportunity Programs PHE Peer Health Educator EXPD Center for Experiential Learning SFC Student Food Cooperative and Diversity SFS Student Fiscal Services EPE Engineering Peer Educator SLN Schedule Line Number (code to FAFSA Free Application for Federal register for classes) Student Aid SORC Student Organization Resource FIG First-year Interest Group Center FIUTS Foundation for International SPD Seattle Police Department Understanding Through Students STF Student Technology Fee FYP First Year Programs TA Teaching Assistant HFS Housing and Food Services TITLE IX Federal Gender Equality Law that HLI Husky Leadership Initiative prohibits sex-based discrimination HUB Husky Union Building TRIO (not actually an acronym): Federal programs designed to identify and I&S Individuals & Societies provide services for individuals from IC Instructional Center disadvantaged backgrounds. IFC Interfraternity Council UAA Undergraduate Academic Affairs IMA UW Recreation/IMA Building UGC United Greek Council NPHC National Pan-Hellenic Council UW University of Washington NSEOF New Student Enrollment and UWL UW Leaders Orientation Fee UWPD UW Police Department NW Natural World VLPA Visual, Literary and Performing OGR Office of Government Relations Arts OL Orientation Leader WAC Waterfront Activities Center 6 7 ORIENTATION AGENDAS ORIENTATION FRESHMAN A&O DAY 1 FRESHMAN A&O DAY 2 11:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. Get the A&O and Dawg Daze schedules on your phone. BEFORE DAY 2, REMEMBER: WELCOME Download the UW NEW HUSKIES app for iPhone & Android devices. 12:10 - 12:50 p.m. SMALL GROUP: COMMUNITY BUILDING General Sessions Engineering Sessions (July 11 & August 6): Complete the pre-registration Bring a government issued Have access to your Wear comfortable walking Check-out of your residence 1 - 1:35 p.m. screens on MyUW. photo ID. UW NetID and password. shoes & clothing. hall by 6 p.m. 1 - 1:30 p.m. TOOLS FOR ACADEMIC SUCCESS & TOOLS FOR ACADEMIC SUCCESS UNIVERSITY BOOK STORE 8 a.m. 1:30 - 1:50 p.m. 1:40 - 2 p.m. SMALL GROUP: CHECK-IN CONVERSATION WITH FACULTY CONVERSATION WITH FACULTY Breakfast is on your own. However, coffee is available during this first session. 8:10 - 8:30 a.m. 2 - 2:30 p.m. 2:10 - 2:40 p.m. HUSKY EXPERIENCE INFORMATION SESSIONS HUSKY EXPERIENCE INFORMATION SESSIONS ACADEMICS WELCOME See OL for session options and descriptions. See OL for session options and descriptions. TIMES VARY 2:30 - 3 p.m. 2:50 - 3:15 p.m. SMALL GROUP TOPICS SMALL GROUP: CONNECTING TO UW RESOURCES ACADEMIC INTRODUCTION • Time Management • Academic Integrity Case Study • Health & Wellness 3:10 - 3:30 p.m. 3:25 - 3:50 p.m. • Campus Wayfinding & UW Traditions Before you leave... ACADEMIC INTRODUCTION ENGINEERING GENERAL SESSION • Choices & Relationships Complete the Freshman A&O Program Evaluation TIMES VARY fyp.washington.edu/freval 3:40 - 4:25 p.m. 4 - 4:50 p.m. ACADEMICS, CAMPUS EXPLORATION & LUNCH: ACADEMIC INTEREST SESSIONS LIFE HACKS FOR YOUR FIRST YEAR Review options & descriptions on page 20 Advising & Your New Found Health & Wellness Money Matters Registration Freedom Resources 4:35 - 4:55 p.m. 5 - 6:30 p.m. REGISTRATION INFORMATION & COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING CONNECTIONS Join academic advisers to Discuss strategies for Explore how mental health, Identify best practices for UNIVERSITY BOOK STORE continue talking about areas finding balance in school, relationships, consent, managing your finances of study and graduation work and your personal alcohol and interpersonal while in college and learn 6:30 - 7 p.m. requirements. Advisers will life by taking responsibility violence impact your UW about your responsibilities 4:55 - 5:45 p.m.