New Student Orientation 2019
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UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION 2019 1-DAY ITINERARY JOIN THE CONVERSATION @UofAAdmissions @UARKorientation WEL #uark23 COME TO THE HILL If your native language is Spanish, we have bilingual orientation mentors and staff who are happy to assist you. Look for mentors and staff wearing this button or ask any orientation staff member and we will connect you with one of our bilingual staff members. Contamos con mentores de orientación y personal bilingüe que pueden ayudarle. Busque los mentoresde orientación o el personal y lo usando comunicaremos este botón con o pregunte uno de nuestro a cualquier personal miembro bilingüe. del personal 2 NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION 2019 Welcome to the University of Arkansas! Today you will join the University of Arkansas community. During orientation, you will meet faculty, staff, and current students who are here to help you leave your mark on Senior Walk. Consider this the first day of an experience in which you will engage with world-class faculty and make friendships that will last a lifetime. On behalf of the faculty, staff, students, and alumni of the University of Arkansas, welcome to The Hill. We are glad you are here! Sincerely, Your Orientation Team MEET THE STAFF Amber Roth Carly Waschka Tara Carr Senior Associate Director Orientation Coordinator Associate Director of of Orientation Recruitment “Your first steps toward “You made it to the Hill, “Welcome to the University Senior Walk start today, congratulations! Our goal of Arkansas! We’re so happy and we are so excited to is that orientation not only you’re here! Orientation is welcome you to the U of prepares you for college life, the first step in finding your A community! If we can but also gets you excited to home here; I hope you leave do anything to make your be a Razorback!” orientation excited for the experience better, please upcoming year!” let us know.” If you have any questions or need any assistance at any point during your orientation experience, Erik Mason-Holmes Orientation Assistant please stop by the orientation table located on the 4th floor of “Welcome and Wooo Pig! We are so glad to greet you the Arkansas Union. We will have and welcome you into the staff on hand to assist you with U of A family. Orientation is designed with you in mind whatever you may need. so you can make the most of your college experience.” 3 SENIOR ORIENTATION MENTORS Abbi Jakayla Kevin Leah Maddie Torey Elementary Psychology/ Management Kinesiology Special Education International Education Criminal Justice Business ORIENTATION MENTORS Abby Aleayah Avery Blake Blanton Braden Bridget Communication Pol.Sci./African Elementary Theatre/Creative Marketing Energy Finance Sociology Disorders/German American Studies Education Writing Elijah Elizabeth Emma Garrett Gio Helen Isabel Political Science/ Journalism (Ad/PR) Supply Chain Political Science Journalism (Ad/PR) Marketing Art Education Journalism Management Jasmine Jazmine Jordan Jotham Kyle Laura Logan History/African Information Kinesiology Information Systems Biomedical Kinesiology Anthropology American Studies Systems Engineering Malone Matthew Megan Midori Mikenna Miranda Olivia Management Biology Criminology Communications Apparel Journalism English Merchandising (News/Editorial) Paige Prestianna Ranique Raquel Ryan Salma Sam Journalism (Ad/PR) Mechanical Pre-Nursing Marketing Marketing Graphic Design Political Science/ Engineering History Sara Sarah Solomon Sophia Talia Taylor Journalism (Ad/PR) Biology Social Work Business Marketing International Business FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM AND PARTICIPATE IN ORIENTATION @UARKorientation #UARKorientation 4 TRADITIONS We’re proud of our many fun and unique traditions at the University of Arkansas. Here are just a few of the traditions that have shaped the U of A’s distinct identity and have united generations of students. MASCOT After a victory over Louisiana State in 1909, Coach Bezdek told the crowd that his team had performed “like a wild bunch of Razorbacks.” In 1910, the student body voted to change the official university mascot from the Cardinal to the Razorback. The official colors of the University of Arkansas remained cardinal and white. SENIOR WALK Senior Walk is the University of Arkansas’ longest tradition in miles as well as years. We like to say it is concrete proof of our commitment to helping our students succeed. Begun by the class of 1905, the class of 1904 added their names to the sidewalk a few years later. Each graduating class since has had their names engraved on the walk. More than 175,000 are now listed on Senior Walk. U OF A SEAL The official seal of the University of Arkansas was designed by Zelma Rothrock in 1923 and adopted by the Board of Trustees that same year. The U of A seal can be found on certificates, legal documents, diplomas, transcripts, and items of an equally official nature. ALMA MATER In 1909, Brodie Payne, an alumnus of the University of Arkansas, submitted his song to a competition to find a University song. Henry D. Tovey, who was the director of the Glee Club at that time, set the song to music. In 1931, the University College Song Association reviewed a collection of 500 college tunes, and the U of A Alma Mater was judged to be one of the 25 best college songs in the United States. 5 5 ORIENTATION SCHEDULE TIME ACTIVITY *Indicates optional activity or session LOCATION 8:00 - Student Check-In Garland Center Courtyard 8:40 am Check in with our staff and make your way to the Arkansas Union. Parent & Guest Check-In Arkansas Union Living Room Campus ID Card Campus Card Office An orientation mentor will guide you to the campus card office to create your student Arkansas Union 4th Floor ID card. You will pick up your ID card between 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. in the Arkansas Union Living Room. Continental Breakfast Arkansas Union 5th Floor Information Exchange International Connections Visit with more than 40 campus offices gathered in the Arkansas Union to provide Lounge valuable information and answer questions. 8:45 - University Welcome Verizon Ballroom 9:00 am 9:00 - Navigating New Territories Verizon Ballroom This session is designed to provide you with information that will help you and your 10:00 am guests successfully navigate the University of Arkansas, with representatives from: Enrollment Services • Title IX • Treasurer’s Office • Transit & Parking Student Standards & Conduct • Pat Walker Health Center • U of A Police Dept. 10:00 - Traditions Verizon Ballroom Learn about the rich academic, cultural, historical, and athletic traditions that make 10:10 am the U of A so special. 10:10 - Break 10:20 am 10:20 - Destination: Fayetteville Verizon Ballroom 10:40 am Learn about your new college home with representatives from University Housing or Off-Campus Student Services. 10:40 - Student Success Verizon Ballroom Learn more about the Career Development Center, University Perspectives, CLASS+, 11:15 am course materials, University Libraries, and Academic Integrity, and hear from current students who utilize these great resources on campus. 11:15 - Mentors will escort students, parents, and guests to your college meeting. 11:30 am 11:30 am - College Meeting, Lunch, Academic Advising and 4:00 pm Registration Actual ending Meet with representatives from your college to learn more about your major or area times may vary of interest and explore ways to enhance your education. During this time you will meet with an academic advisor and select your fall schedule. Dale Bumpers College of Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences, 1:00 - Room D115 Fay Jones School of Architecture and Design Vol Walker Hall, Room 404/405 J. William Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences Union Ballroom College of Education and Health Professions Graduate Education Auditorium College of Engineering Bell Engineering, Room 2282 Sam M. Walton College of Business J.B. Hunt, Room 216 1:00 - University Offices Open for Questions* 5:00 pm Campus and University Housing Tours* Campus and housing tours will leave from Silas Hunt Hall at 3:00 and 3:30 p.m. Housing tours are limited to Maple Hill East and Holcombe Hall. Parents, take advantage of these presentations while your student participates in academic advising. Students, join breakout sessions BREAKOUT SESSIONS when not meeting with an advisor or enrolling in classes. TIME ACTIVITY *Indicates optional activity or session LOCATION 1:30 - HOGS Abroad* Arkansas Union, 508 Get involved outside the classroom through study abroad, service learning, internships, and co-op 2:00 pm programs. Current students and staff from the Study Abroad Office will discuss their experiences and answer questions from students and guests. Home Suite Home* Arkansas Union, 512 University Housing staff will answer your specific questions as well as frequently asked questions regarding living on campus. Topics will include: an update on room selection and pending room assignment information, choosing an arrival time, and navigating to campus on move-in day. Money Matters: Financial Aid & Academic Scholarships* Arkansas Union, 511 Staff will discuss how to utilize and retain awarded federal aid, state aid, and scholarships, and will review the requirements for student loans and Parent PLUS loans as well as information regarding funding opportunities for sophomore year and beyond. Money Matters: Treasurer’s Office* Arkansas Union Theatre Representatives from the Treasurer’s Office will assist students and parents in understanding billing, payment and refund options, parent authorizations, and student account information. 2:00 - Connecting for Success* Arkansas Union, 507 The Center for Multicultural and Diversity Education supports academic success and helps students 2:30 pm connect with the campus community from day one to graduation. In this session you’ll learn about the Academic Enrichment Program, a learning and leadership support system that embraces diversity, discovery, and achievement. HOGS Abroad* Arkansas Union, 508 See description above HogSync: Your Connection to Getting Involved* Arkansas Union, 511 Getting involved is an important aspect of your college experience.