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Your Guide to the First Year 315 Coffman Memorial Union 612-624-1979 or 800-234-1979 [email protected] ote.umn.edu

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Partners in transitioning to college life: Orientation & Transition Experiences and you

The mission of Orientation & Transition Experiences is to provide high quality, dynamic experiences that cultivate community while empowering students to champion their development and leverage campus resources. Our goals are to help students understand their transition and how to thrive during it, communicate academic expectations and pathways, share information on how to navigate resources, foster community, and convey the importance of student engagement.

Orientation & Transition Experiences will be a constant in your first two years at the University of Minnesota—long after you have completed Orientation and experienced Welcome Week. This publication will answer your questions and help you navigate the vast resources on campus. Use Gold Book into your first semester to ensure a successful first year at the University. Welcome to the University of Minnesota and Orientation

Here it is—your first college book! It has many authors: People from more than 50 departments across campus contributed to it with the hope that any information you learn now about the University of Minnesota Twin Cities will help make your transition to college life a smooth one.

This book is designed in sections to support At the end of most sections you will find a your transition—Life at the U of M, Learning list of reminders—things that you should at the U of M, and Your Next Steps. It will know or do before you arrive for Welcome introduce you to some of the University’s Week. Here’s your first list: departments and services—and the people, • Make sure you share this publication places, and things that will be a part of with your parents and family. your daily life. In order for you to thrive, you need to understand how to navigate the • Bring this book with you when you campus and its many resources. This guide come back to campus and use it as will introduce you to the resources that will a reference at the beginning of the help you understand academic expectations. semester. You will learn where to go for help with • Seek new friends! Orientation is the everything from studying to writing papers. ideal time to start making connections. You also will discover ways to get involved So, read this guide carefully—and then read on campus and in the community. it again. You will use this as a workbook Orientation & The goal of this publication—and of during Orientation, Welcome Week, and Transition Experiences everyone on campus—is to help you thrive into the beginning of the semester. Knowing 612-624-1979 in this great living and learning environment how to access resources from the very 1-800-234-1979 so you feel like you belong here. beginning of your college career can lead to ote.umn.edu excellent outcomes. You will have access to endless resources, [email protected] starting with the U of M’s huge website umn.edu. Every section in this book includes links to guide you to more information. A PDF of this publication— with active links—will be available at z.umn.edu/goldbook.

This publication is for all new first-year students—including freshmen and transfer students. Most of the information in this book applies to everyone, but on occasion there is information specific to transfer or international students. That information will be marked with these icons:

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WELCOME // // 1 Table of Contents Expectations for your Being Healthy ...... 47 President’s Emerging Scholars...... 82 experience ...... 3-5 Health Insurance ...... 48 International Student and Scholar Services Life at the U of M ...... 6-67 Taking Care of U ...... 48 ...... 82 U Card Academic Success Centers ...... 7 Mental Health Services ...... 50 ...... 83 Where You Live SMART Learning Commons ...... 9 Wellness ...... 53 ...... 83 Living On Campus Writing Support ...... 10 Getting Involved...... 56 ...... 83 Living Off Campus University Libraries ...... 14 Student Groups ...... 58 ...... 85 Eating on Campus Study Space ...... 16 Places to Gather ...... 62 ...... 85 Meal Plans Resolving Conflicts ...... 18 Community Service ...... 63 ...... 85 FlexDine Major Exploration and Career Planning ...... 19 ROTC ...... 63 ....86 Food Courts on Campus Center for Academic Planning and ...... 20 Governance ...... 63 Exploration Sustainability ...... 86 ...... 22 School Pride ...... 64 Career Centers Getting Around Campus...... 24 ...... 86 Learning at the U of M ...... 68-91 The Office of Undergraduate Buses ...... 25 University Expectations ...... 69 Research...... 88 U Pass ...... 25 Understanding the Curriculum...... 70 Learn Abroad...... 88 Parking ...... 26 Requirements ...... 70 Leadership Minor...... 88 Biking ...... 26 Courses/Credits ...... 71 Courses Just for New Students...... 89 Walking ...... 27 Grades ...... 71 Courses for Ongoing Academic Success.... 90 Your Safety ...... 28 Tracking and Planning Degree Progress...... 72 Academic Success Courses...... 90 University Police ...... 29 Academic Progress Audit Report .....72 Rothenberger Institute...... 90 Aurora Center ...... 31 Transfer Credit Report ...... 72 Center for Spirituality and Healing...... 91 Secure U ...... 31 Graduation Planner ...... 72 English Language Program...... 91 Safety in Residence Halls...... 32 Degree Progress...... 73 YOUR NEXT STEPS ...... 92-97 Safety on the Go ...... 32 Registration Tools ...... 74 Transition Checklist...... 93 Student Legal Service ...... 33 Student Record & Registration Holds... 74 Welcome Week...... 94 Financing Your Education ...... 34 Dates & Deadlines ...... 74 Student Transition Experiences...... 95 Financial Aid ...... 35 Schedule Builder...... 75 Staying Informed...... 97 Paying for School ...... 36 Classroom Expectations ...... 76 Parents and Families...... 98-102 Financial Wellness ...... 38 Buying Books & Course Materials ....76 Health and Wellness...... 99 Buying Books ...... 38 Syllabus ...... 77 Finance and Money Management...... 100 Finding a Job ...... 39 Online Learning Management Community Support and Safety ...... 100 Technology ...... 42 Systems ...... 78 Academic Support ...... 101 MyU ...... 43 Time Management ...... 79 Career Preparation ...... 102 Technology Help ...... 44 Disability Resource Center...... 79 Orientation Staff...... 103 University Email ...... 45 Academic Support Team ...... 80 Student Services Map...... 106 Printing with your U Card ...... 45 Academic Advisors...... 80 Academic Calendar...... 108 Social Media ...... 46 Faculty & Teaching Assistants ...... 81 Directory...... 109 University Honors Program...... 81 Notes...... 111 Student Athlete Advising...... 82 Multicultural Center for Academic Excellence...... 82

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During Orientation and Welcome Week you will hear a lot about Student Learning Outcomes and Student Development Outcomes. These outcomes provide a framework for your undergraduate experience. The University of Minnesota Twin Cities recognizes that an undergraduate education is made up of a liberal education curriculum and a wide variety of experiences in and out of the classroom. By advancing these outcomes you are positioning yourself for success.

Student Learning Outcomes Understand diverse philosophies and cultures within and across societies The Student Learning Outcomes help guide Participate in a co-curricular experience faculty to develop courses and learning where you are exposed to different activities and provide strategic ways to cultures that expand your view of the improve teaching and learning. The hope world. is that the Student Learning Outcomes, in “Come to college with bold below, prepare you to speak about Can communicate effectively your experience and knowledge. This is an Have the ability to articulate how an open mind. If you example of the University’s commitment to your interests, strengths, values, and have friends going exceptional teaching and learning. motivations relate to your intended major(s). to the same school, You can begin working toward achieving these outcomes today. Understand the role of creativity, remember that you innovation, discovery, and expression Can identify, define, and solve problems across disciplines can make new ones. Demonstrate your ability to plan out your Participate in class discussions, research Paths tend to separate degree requirements to put yourself in a opportunities, and personal reflection to position to graduate in a timely manner. promote the free exchange of ideas. and personalities may Can locate and critically evaluate Have acquired skills for effective change. It isn’t a bad information citizenship and lifelong learning thing; it just opens In preparing for writing research Embrace the liberal education papers, understand how to find and use requirements, as it will prepare you for the door for new appropriate resources. the continually shifting, increasingly Have mastered a body of knowledge complex world we live in. opportunities.” and a mode of inquiry — first-year student Use what you have learned in your coursework with what interests you to find out more about something new.

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Student Development Outcomes Self-Awareness Be open to learning about your strengths The Student Development Outcomes help and how to utilize them to adapt to new students become lifelong learners and situations. engaged and effective citizens. You are expected to be involved in activities that Resilience will help you build on these areas such Know that exams and papers are not as service-learning programs, volunteer always going to go as expected, but programs, internships, learning abroad there will be opportunities to improve programs, and student activities. and there are people and resources available to help. Responsibility and Accountability Familiarize yourself with each of your Appreciation of Differences course syllabi and create a system for Challenge yourself to meet people keeping track of assignment deadlines different than yourself; this will allow you and exam dates. Use your Gopher Guide! to work effectively and respectfully with others. Independence and Interdependence Study hard, but know that help is Tolerance of Ambiguity available: Don’t be afraid to seek it out Maintain focus and motivation even when when needed. the process is unclear.

Goal Orientation You can read about involvement Remember why you decided to attend opportunities in the section the University, stay focused on your goals, “Getting Involved” on page 56. and limit distractions that prevent you from achieving them.

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Life at the U of M So, you are here for your education, but faculty and people living around you, be respectful on social staff know you have other things on your mind right media, and watch out for each other. now. Where will you live? Where will you eat? How In this section you will find lots of opportunities to will you get to class? It will be much easier to focus get engaged with campus whether that is through on academics if you have a basic understanding a student group, a job on campus, or a recreation of what to expect each day outside the classroom. team. Remember that tip to read through this book Being at the U of M means you can meet people a second time? It might be wise to start here. If from every state and 142 countries. Take the you’re confident in your knowledge about these opportunity to build a community that creates a things, your transition to the U of M is likely to be sense of belonging for yourself and others. Talk less stressful. to your peers in class, make an effort to meet the

U Card ...... 7 Financing Your Education ...... 34 Where You Live ...... 9 Technology ...... 42 Eating on Campus ...... 16 Being Healthy ...... 47 Getting Around ...... 24 Getting Involved ...... 56 Your Safety ...... 28

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Features • Use the mobile app with online bill pay, mobile check deposit, and more. • Use your debit card or mobile wallet Campus Addresses to shop online and in stores, on or off • Link your debit card to your mobile wallet Coffman Memorial Union campus. to pay with your phone. 300 Washington Ave SE, G057 • Direct deposit paychecks or financial aid 612-626-2785 checks to get money faster. Details • Easy access to ATMs on or off campus, • Free U of M sweatshirt when you open an Dinkytown 1 where you can withdraw cash for free, account with $25 or more. 1400 5th St SE including 18 on-campus ATMs and two • Visit a local banking center or one of our 612-317-4821 full-service banking centers. on-campus locations when you arrive in 18 campus ATMs the fall.

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9 Where You Live Where you live will vary during your time at the University of Minnesota. Some of you may live in on-campus housing while some of you may commute to campus. Many of you may live within a mile or two of campus and walk, bus, or bike to class. No matter where you live, there are great resources available to make the U of M feel like home.

Living on Campus $50 application fee, and a $200 housing guarantee payment/extension. Assignments are then made based on preference and University Housing what is available, in the following order: Housing & Residential Life offers lots of 1. Living Learning Community (LLC) requests. features to make campus your new home away from home. Over 5,000 new students 2. Specific, mutual roommate requests. live in on-campus housing. Research shows 3. Your preferred residence hall. that students who live on campus are more 4. Your preferred room type (double, Housing & academically successful and are more single, etc.). Residential Life engaged in college life. 5. Roommate matching questions answered Comstock Hall-East Read on for details about what to bring, within your housing application. 612-624-2994 moving in, and programs and policies housing.umn.edu designed to help students thrive in a safe Move-In dates and supportive environment. Facebook: /umnhousing August 15: Students assigned to Radius, Here are some details on how rooms are Keeler, Wilkins, and Yudof may move in Twitter: @umnhousing assigned—and when you can move in. beginning at 8:00 a.m. Instagram: /umnhousing August 30 and 31: Move-In for all first-year Housing assignments students in residence halls. Please refer You will get your room assignment by the to the housing assignment letter you will end of July. Expect an email (and something receive in July for specific details regarding in the mail) with a link so you can look online your move-in day and time. for details about where—and with whom— September 1: Transfer students may move in you will be living. beginning at 8:00 a.m. Assignments are made based on the date September 4: Returning residents and transfer applications are received—that includes students move in beginning at 8:00 a.m. completing the housing application, a

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■ Watch your UMN email for your touch with your roommate/s to avoid housing assignment and move-in bringing duplicate items. instructions. ■ Look into homeowner’s insurance ■ Make lists of what you have for coverage information and/or your room and what you need. Be in renter’s insurance.

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Loft and bunk information property is covered. If not, you may want to speak with your insurance provider about Housing & Residential Life provides purchasing renter’s insurance. residence hall students with a convenient loft and bunk program. Your online move- in guide will show your room configuration Technology in your room and whether beds are lofted, bunked, or Each resident will receive one high-speed un-lofted. wired connection in their residence hall Lofted beds provide 55 inches of space room. You must bring an Ethernet cable and below the bed. If you choose to not loft or device adapter to use the wired connection. bunk your beds, they can still be adjusted A wired Ethernet connection is the fastest, up to 27 inches above the floor to allow for most reliable, and most secure way to extra storage. Beds in most rooms can be connect to the internet and is needed for lofted or bunked, but there are a few rooms streaming or gaming. WiFi is also available in residence halls that cannot be altered due within the residence halls, and details to space limitations. about how to connect can be found at housing.umn.edu/residents/tech/internet. Do not bring a personal WiFi router. Using Refrigerators and microwaves your own router to expand the University's You may purchase a small refrigerator and/ WiFi network is a violation of University or microwave size that meet Housing & policy and reduces the overall quality of WiFi Residential Life standards through the for you and those around you. University Bookstores. No printer? No problem. You can print to University Bookstores will accept orders the Tech Lounge in your hall from your room. while supplies last and notify you with In both quiet or group study settings you will pick up information prior to move-in. Visit find more resources, devices, and software z.umn.edu/bookstores-appliances for such as Adobe Creative Cloud Suite. Learn details. more at housing.umn.edu/residents/tech. UMN-TV provides more than 120 channels Sending and receiving packages of digital content over coax cable and over Packages are accepted at the residence 200 channels streaming online at hall and apartment Information Desks tv.umn.edu. You must bring your own only if received through U.S. mail or by a coax cable to connect your TV. TV set- More information: Visit bonded delivery service. If someone needs top boxes are not required to view housing.umn.edu/ to drop something off for a resident after coax content on your TV. UMN-TV move-in day, the student must be home can be streamed on computers, Roku, residents/tech to accept the item. Packages will not be and iOS/Android devices with the to review technology accepted before August 26. Items will not Xfinity Stream app. UMN-TV offerings services—WiFi, be accepted and/or held for residents at the in Radius apartments differ. For more Ethernet, UMN-TV, and information desks. information, including channel lineups, visit telephone—in residence housing.umn.edu/residents/tech/tv. halls and apartments. Find Renter’s insurance more on how to prepare The U of M does not provide insurance for your devices on page 42. your personal possessions. Remember to check your or your parents’ homeowner’s insurance information to see if your personal

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Where U Belong Students will connect with their neighbors through events and engagement Living on campus is an amazing way to opportunities around their passions, develop a sense of belonging as you interests, and talents. make connections with other students and become a part of the campus community. Supporting you on your path to creating a The learning you do and experiences you rewarding campus experience is a priority have living on campus can set you on a path for our staff. These efforts begin with your to achieve your personal and professional Community Advisor, a student leader who goals. In Housing & Residential Life, we will work hard to get to know you, help you work with students to create understanding, meet other people, provide support and supportive, and inclusive communities. resources so you can be successful, and We also help one another acknowledge help you learn about the University. Think of and reduce the barriers for marginalized them as an important part of your campus populations on campus and in society. support system.

MORE HOUSING-RELATED LINKS:

CONNECT & EXPLORE MOVE-IN GUIDE RESOURCES housing.umn.edu/live-here housing.umn.edu/move-in housing.umn.edu/residents

GET INVOLVED ROOMMATE TIPS TECH SERVICES housing.umn.edu/community/ housing.umn.edu/roommates housing.umn.edu/residents/tech get-involved WORK WITH US REQUEST A ROOM REPAIR CONTACT US housing.umn.edu/jobs/students housing.umn.edu/fixit housing.umn.edu/contact

Commuting to campus Off-Campus Living Living Off Campus You will want to figure out the best commute 17 Appleby Hall Whether you are living at home with to campus each day. The University offers 612-626-5213 family 20 miles away from campus or in an a number of convenient transportation methods for off-campus students such as ocl.umn.edu apartment with friends just down the block from Coffman, living off campus can be a carpooling discounts and the U-Pass (see great experience! Students who commute Getting Around, page 25). Off-Campus Living to campus may have different needs and priorities than students who live on campus. provides a variety of Eating on campus Regardless of where you live, you should be While many off-campus students bring services and programs involved, active, and a confident member their own meals, you may want the choice intended to meet the of the Gopher community. This section of eating on campus. M Dining offers meal will address specific concerns and offer practical, social, and plans specifically for commuting students resources to help you navigate your success advocacy needs of (see Eating on Campus, page 18). at the U of M. commuter students and students living in the More information on commuter resources: surrounding campus ocl.umn.edu neighborhoods.

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FlexDine! TAKE YOUR MEAL Dine with FlexDine at TO GO! Starbucks, Panda Express, Grab a meal on-the-go with Subway, Chick-fil-A, Caribou M Dining To-Go Program Coffee, Erbert & Gerbert’s, and select concession stands at TCF Bank Stadium.

PIZZA DELIVERY Meal Plan Office ON CAMPUS The meal plan office can answer all of your questions. Craving pizza? You can use your FlexDine to order For more information, contact the Davanni’s pizza delivered to meal plan office at612-624-0558 your residence hall. or email [email protected].

MEAL PLANS ...... 18 FLEXDINE ...... 19 RESIDENTIAL RESTAURANTS ...... 20 FOOD COURTS ON CAMPUS ...... 20 In this CAMPUS COFFEE ...... 20 section CONVENIENCE STORES ...... 20 HEALTHY EATING AND DIETARY ACCOMMODATIONS...... 21

SUSTAINABILITY ...... 22 IMPO RTANT DATES ...... 23

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meals atresidential restaurants orFlexDine features—meal swipesforall-you-care-to-eat Residential mealplanscomewithtwodining schedule. block plans,andFlexDineplanstofityour campus, MDiningoffers weeklymealplans, or willliveinanapartmentonnear applied forhousing.Ifyouare acommuter already choseyourmealplanwhenyou If youwillbelivinginaresidence hall,you to mealplans,too. coffee shops,andconveniencestores. Andthere are lotsofoptions whenitcomes There are more than20placestoeatoncampusincludingfoodcourts,restaurants, Eating oncampuswillbeanintegralpartofyourlifeattheUniversityMinnesota. Eating onCampus includes importantmealplan-related dates. plans. Thecalendarattheendofthissection Read onfordetailsaboutspecificmeal Pioneer, Sanford, and17thAve Hall. centers atBailey, Comstock,Middlebrook, plan canbeusedinanyofthesevendining and evenTCFBankStadium!Your meal campus includingStarbucks,PandaExpress, for anyMDiningoperatedlocationon E ating on C ampu s // LIFEAT THEUOFM//

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Meal plans Students living in residence halls Each time you eat in an all-you-care-to-eat residential restaurant, one meal will be subtracted from your meal plan balance. Meals on the 14 meals per week or 11 meals per week plans do not carry over from one week to the next. The meal week begins Monday and ends Sunday. With the Anytime Dining plan, you have an unlimited number of swipes and can eat in on-campus residential restaurants as often as you choose. All you need to use your meal plan is your U Card, which will be swiped upon each entry into a residential restaurant. If you didn’t indicate your meal plan preference on your housing application, you will automatically be assigned to the 14 meals per week + $100 FlexDine plan. Residential meal plans can be changed during the first two weeks of the fall semester on the Housing & Residential Life website (housing.umn.edu/mealplanchange). Instructions on how to change your spring meal plan will be emailed to your University email account in November.* Additional information regarding meal plan changes can be found at the M Dining website: dining.umn.edu.

*Meal plan changes for spring semester must be requested by the deadline indicated in the email from Housing & Residential Life.

RESIDENCE HALL STUDENT MEAL PLAN OPTIONS 2021-2022*

PLAN INCLUDES Anytime Dining Unlimited meals + $100 FlexDine Anytime Dining Upgrade Unlimited meals + $250 FlexDine 14 Meals per Week 14 Meals per week + $100 FlexDine 14 Meals per Week Upgrade 14 Meals per week + $250 FlexDine 11 Meals per Week 11 Meals per week + $100 FlexDine 11 Meals per Week Upgrade 11 Meals per week + $250 FlexDine

* Meal plan options are subject to change. Visit dining.umn.edu for the updated information.

It’s as simple as a swipe Students living in apartments or commuting A magnetic strip on the back of your U Apartment and commuter students have the option to choose a meal Card works with the M Dining computer plan at any time, but it is best to make the request by August 21. In system to identify you as a meal plan addition to being able to take advantage of any of the residential holder. If you are dining in a residential meal plans, on-campus apartment residents or commuters may restaurant, you can’t eat without your sign up for semester block meal plans or FlexDine plans—a flexible U Card—unless you have cash. Credit/ option for students with a busy schedule. Meal swipes can be used at debit cards are accepted at Fresh Food 17th Ave, Sanford, Bailey, or Pioneer restaurants. Company (17th Ave), and Pioneer.

ON CAMPUS APARTMENT AND COMMUTER MEAL PLAN OPTIONS 2021-2022

PLAN INCLUDES 150 Block 150 Meals per semester + $100 FlexDine 80 Block 80 Meals per semester + $100 FlexDine 50 Block 50 Meals per semester + $100 FlexDine $315 FlexDine Get a $15 Bonus when you purchase $300 FlexDine

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credit card, ordirect billingtostudent Coffman Union, room B41 (with cash, check, $25 increments attheMealPlanOfficein as neededthroughout thesemesterin Students canaddtotheirFlexDineaccount Gopher GOLD account balance.MDiningalsoaccepts deduct yourpurchase from yourFlexDine FlexDine. Theywillswipeyourcard and and letthemknowyouwanttouse food, present yourUCard tothecashier declining balancecard. Whenpurchasing FlexDine makesyourUCard worklikea U Card. loaded onyour Stadium. Thesefundsare conveniently Coffee, andselectconcessionsatTCFBank Subway, Erbert&Gerbert’s, Caribou Starbucks, PandaExpress, Chick-fil-A, on-campus MDininglocation,including FlexDine dollarsthatcanbeusedatany restaurants, eachmealplancomeswith t isFlexDine? Along withaccesstotheresidential Wha www.dining.umn.edu check), oronlineat in Coffman Union(withcashor account), attheUCard Office card, ordirect billingtostudent B41 (bycash,check,credit Office inCoffman Union, room increments attheMealPlan throughout thesemesterin$25 FlexDine accountasneeded Students canaddtotheir TM .

For more information,visit misplaced, areplacement canbepurchased for$4. your favoriteresidential restaurant. Ifyourboxis can useyourto-goboxtocarryoutamealfrom Program forthoseonastudentmealplan.You Grab amealonthegowithMDiningTo-Go TAKE YOURMEALTOGO! will transfertotheUofM. one yearofinactivity, anyfundsremaining of inactivityontheFlexDineaccount.After or whenthere hasbeenonecontinuousyear to semester)untilthebalancehasbeenused one academicperiodtothenext(semester Unused FlexDinedollarsdocarryoverfrom z.umn.edu/flexdinebalance. 0558 orcheckyourbalancesonlineat the MealPlanOfficeat612-624- asking acashier. You mayalso contact You cancheckyourFlexDinebalanceby dining.umn.edu/flexdine. billing tostudentaccount),oronlineat 612-624-0558 (withcredit card ordirect Union (withcashorcheck),byphoneat account), attheUCard OfficeinCoffman throughout thissection. where yourFlexDinedollarscanbeused— You willread more aboutFlexDine—and FlexDine-only plans. Commuter students canpurchase dining.umn.edu/to-go. E ating on C ampu s // LIFEAT THEUOFM// the perfect gift dining.umn.edu/flexdine. 612-624-0558 orvisit meal planofficeat information, contactthe to theirUCard. Formore by addingFlexDineDollars a Starbuckscoffee orlunch gift! Treat yourstudentto FlexDine makesagreat uncles, andfriends— grandparents, aunts, Hey, parents—and Flex D ine dollars—

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Residential restaurants Finding a place to eat Residence hall students with meal plans can eat at any of the six all-you-care-to-eat residential restaurants for breakfast, lunch, brunch, and dinner. Enjoy international entrées, home-style grill items, fresh pizza, make-your-own salads, and more. There are vegan and vegetarian selections every day, as well as salads, deli sandwiches, soup, and rice.

Food courts and restaurants on campus If you are in the mood for a quick meal, food Pizza delivery on campus courts are the places you will meet and eat between classes. Craving pizza? You can use your FlexDine to have Davanni’s pizza East Bank: Minnesota Marketplace (Panda delivered to your residence hall. Express, Chick-fil-A, Einstein Bros, Greens If you are on East or West Bank to Go), Erbert & Gerbert’s, French Meadow call 612-332-5551 or in Bakery and Café (Recreation and Wellness St. Paul call 651-363-3411. Center) West Bank: Carlson Food Court (Panda Express), Subway St. Paul: Terrace Café (Oath Pizza, Subway)

Campus coffee Looking for the perfect study spot? Do you want a latté and scone while you get some reading done? Coffee cafés are all over campus.

East Bank: Einstein Bros Bagels, Starbucks, Dunn Brothers Coffee, Caribou Coffee West Bank: ecoGrounds, Caribou Coffee St. Paul: Java City

IT’S MY TREAT! Each residential meal plan includes 10 guest meals to treat friends and family to all-you- care-to-eat meals in residential Convenience stores residence hall restaurants. You can also use Residence hall convenience stores are in Centennial, FlexDine dollars to treat your Middlebrook, and Sanford and offer everything from guest at any of the residential snacks to shampoo. Stock up using your FlexDine dollars! Mrkets restaurants and campus You can use your Gopher GOLD TM at Gopher Express restaurants. Coffman Union, the West Bank Skyway, or at the Gopher Spot in the St. Paul Student Center.

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Office, orataCash-to-GopherGOLDStation. online atgophergold.umn.edu, attheUCard Make adeposittoyourGopherGOLDaccount Using GopherGOLDiseasyandconvenient! stores oncampustogetaquicksnack. GOLD atvendingmachinesandconvenience Hungry andrunninglatetoclass?UseyourGopher them, “IwanttouseGopherGOLD.” Simply giveyourUCard tothecashierandtell across campus,includingMDininglocations. You canuseGopherGOLDtomakepurchases • • • • • your mealtofitlifestyle. in theresidential restaurants letyoucustomize order entréestationsandgarden-fresh saladbars and vegetarianfoods,beverages.Made-to- including low-fat,madewithoutgluten,vegan, M Diningoffers avarietyofhealthyoptions, Healthy eatingoncampushasneverbeeneasier. accommodations Healthy eating anddietary Gopher GOLD™ Gopher

cooking tipsatFYP365.com. sign uptoreceive nutritionnews,recipes, and Discover whathealthyfoodcandoforyouand boynton.umn.edu/snac. with atrainedpeereducator. Learnmore at (SNAC) provides free nutritioncheck-ups The StudentNutritionAdvocacyCollaborative station are alsoglutenfree. the topeightallergens. Theitemsservedatthe station features afullmealoptionmadewithout stations inPioneerandMiddlebrook Hall.This M Diningoffers twoTrue Balanceallergen dining.umn.edu/menus. Daily menusandnutritioninformationislistedat [email protected] formore information. dietary needsanddiningoptions.Email with aRegistered Dietitiantodiscussspecial are onaspecialdiet.Studentscanmeet M Diningoffers individualizedhelpifyou FlexDine Dollars vs. Gopher GOLD™ deposits. **$10 minimumdeposit isforonlinedepositsonly. Doesnot applytoin-person *SUA=Student Union&Activities Surdyk's atNorthrop U ofMBikeCenter Weisman ArtMuseumShop University Bookstores Computer LabPrintStations Library PrintStations&PhotoCopiers Vending Machines Printing ServicesCopyCenters Coffman UnionPostOffice SUA GameRooms&InformationDesks* Spot ConvenienceStores SUA GopherExpress &Gopher TCF BankStadiumConcessions Residential ConvenienceStores Davanni’s PizzaDelivery On-Campus Coffee Cafés On-Campus FoodCourts Residential Restaurants Sign upforParent GuestAccess Included inMealPlan are taxexempt Most FoodandBeveragePurchases Reload BonusProgram Check BalanceOnline Balance Available AfterEachTransaction Rollover Funds,UntilOneYear ofInactivity Minimum Deposit Fee toCloseAccount Fee forOnlineTransfer Deposit atCash-to-GopherGOLDStation Deposit inPerson Deposits canbeMadeOnline Deposit withCredit Card Deposit from StudentAccount Accepted At: Program Specs: Deposits: E ating on C ampu FlexDine FlexDine FlexDine Dollars Dollars Dollars s $25 // LIFEAT THEUOFM// X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X GOLD™ GOLD™ GOLD™ Gopher Gopher Gopher $10** X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X

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Sustainability the residential restaurants. Follow the signs at each waste station to identify which items Learn more about M M Dining’s purpose is simple - we are are compostable or recyclable! Dining's Sustainability focused on making a positive impact on Plan at dining.umn.edu/ people and our planet. That is why our Source Ethically and Inclusively Sustainability Plan is centered around sustainability. two key goals: Enabling the wellbeing of M Dining’s culinary team works closely thousands of employees, students, and with local growers to plan seasonal menus, community members, and protecting the utilizing fresh, locally grown produce environment that allows us to operate whenever seasonally available. We are also and serve food here at the University of continuously looking to expand our network Minnesota. Priorities such as inclusive of local, minority, and women owned sourcing, package reduction, food waste suppliers to provide products and services minimization, and customer education all that are culturally relevant to our students. play an important role in helping us reach We are committed to sourcing seafood that our sustainability goals. meets Monterey Bay Aquarium Seafood Watch Recommendations, while 100% of Waste Minimization our canned tuna is sourced from Marine Stewardship Council certified fisheries. We In an effort to reduce single-use plastic also serve 100% Cage Free eggs and feature waste being sent to landfills, M Dining American Humane Certified animal proteins locations source compostable cups, in Retail, Catering, and Residential dining straws, containers and utensils in all dining locations. locations, and offer reusable containers in

SUSTAINABLE CERTIFICATIONS There is no shortage of sustainably certified coffee, tea, produce, snacks, and seafood across residential, retail, coffee, and catering dining locations at the U of M. Look for sustainable certifications on your favorite products and menus all year long!

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Visit MDiningonline at Visit in Coffman, RoomB41,forquestionsaboutdiningoncampus. Dates are subjecttochange.Checkdining.umn.eduforupdates. MAY 11—Springmealplanends APRIL 11—Fallapartment/commutermeal planorders open MARCH 5–12—Springbreak, ResidentialRestaurantsclosed JAN. 15—Springmealplanstarts DEC. 23–JAN.14—Winterbreak, ResidentialRestaurantsclosed DEC. 22—Fallmealplanends NOVEMBER –DECEMBER—MealplanchangeperiodforSpring NOV. 25–27—Thanksgivingbreak, ResidentialRestaurantsclosed SEPT. 17—Deadlineforsubmittingfallmealplanchanges SEPT. 4—Fallmealplansstart SEPT. 1—FlexDineactivated AUGUST —Remindertoorder yourapartment/commutermealplan Important M D ining dates dining.umn.edu, call 612-624-0558 , orvisittheMealPlanOffice E Reminders ating ■ ■ ■ ■ at dining.umn.edu/jobs. at campus student employer. Learn more Need ajob? MDining isthelargest on- ready for thestart of theyear. plan orFlexDine now soyour UCard is Off-campus students: Order your meal to submitchanges. classes, students have 10business days purchased after thebeginning of [email protected]. If aplanis September 17by emailing changes to theirfall meal planuntil Voluntary meal planholders canmake September 17. changes to theirfall meal plan until Residential students canmake on C ampu s // LIFEAT THEUOFM//

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12,987 U-Passes purchased in fall 2020

84,000 27% 1,400 people on campus every day of students take a active Zap! members bus to campus ride their bikes

CAMPUS Buses

418,091 40,569 2,978,339 miles driven hours buses are on riders on the campus the road buses (2019-20)

parking

13,317 6,892 21,604 contract parking public parking parking spaces 3,704,533 spaces on campus spaces on campus on campus vehicles parked on U of M campus each year (2019-20)

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system, including lightrailandbuses. who usetheTwin Citiesregional transit great savingsandconvenienceforstudents U-Pass, anunlimited-ridetransit pass,offers campus U-Pass—for taking transit to andfrom z.umn.edu/gophertrip. arrival anddeparture informationat Be sure tofind real-time campustransit hours, andfrequency, visit pts.umn.edu. each campus.Forinformationonroutes, Campus Circulators circle specificareas of night andonweekends. school day, and every15to30minutesat Connectors runevery5minutesduringthe East Bank,andWest Bankcampuses. The CampusConnectorconnectsSt.Paul, and visitorstonavigateourlarge campus. Minnesota buseshelpstudents,staff/faculty, The free maroon andgoldUniversityof Buses biking, andwalking. buses andlightrail,parking,carpooling, section includesinformationaboutriding all aboutgettingaround oncampus.This to campus.Forresidence hallstudents,it’s students, thefirstconcernisactuallygetting from oneclasstothenext.Forcommuter Plan aheadandyouwillhavetimetoget Navigating campus have topayreplace it. Be careful nottoloseyourU-Passasyouwill U-Pass savesyoumoney! about $2.50eachtimeor$160semester. week (backandforth=4rides),youpay order thepass.Ifyouridetotwoplacesa You mustregister forclassesbefore you buspass.umn.edu. Find pricingandorder U-Passonlineat ride (curb-to-curb). University Paratransit ride (curb-to-curb). UniversityParatransit while oncampus canrequest anaccessible and needsspecialtransportation service Anyone whoisunabletouse fixedtransit Paratransit Service pick upafree CampusZoneU-Pass. stations), butdonothaveaU-Pass,MUST EastBankandWest(Stadium Village, Bank Line betweenthethree stationsoncampus Those whowantfree ridesontheGreen light railandbustravel. Mall ofAmerica.U-Passcoversthecostall Line tooffer easyaccesstotheairportand campus andconnectswiththeMETROBlue Washington Avenue through theEastBank The METROGreen Linetravelsdown Light rail More information:z.umn.edu/upass More information:z.umn.edu/zonepass G etting Ar oun d // LIFEAT THEUOFM// carpools andmore. Look forinformationon on parkingandbuspasses. including money-savingtips information foryou— This sectionisfullofhelpful Commuter students:

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Service is available Monday-Friday, 7:00 or for Saturday night dates. Rates are $8.50/ a.m.-9:30 p.m. To schedule a ride, go to hour or $75/day on weekends and $65/ z.umn.edu/paratransit or call 612-624-8338. day on weekdays, with gas and insurance included.

Parking More information: z.umn.edu/carshare Interested in parking a car on campus? Commuter and residence hall contract parking spaces are sold through the Biking student lottery process. Enter the student The U of M bicycle program continues to lottery in July for fall semester and enter receive recognition, including a Platinum in November for spring. For residence hall Bicycle Friendly University award from the students, parking contract locations and League of American Bicyclists. If you space availability are based on housing bring your bike to campus, remember assignments. three things: More information: parklot.umn.edu • Stay off the sidewalks. Dedicated bike lanes and paths make it easy to get around quickly and safely. Public Parking • Purchase a U-Lock to secure your bike Daily rate parking lots are your best to one of the free bike racks near most Important reminders: choice if you need to park and don't buildings (U-Locks are more resistant to have a parking contract. Park behind theft than cable locks). the football stadium (Oak Street & 5th ■ Don’t forget to sign up • Always wear a helmet. Purchase a Street SE) or in the fairgrounds Lot 108 for the parking lottery if helmet and headlight set at Boynton (near the St. Paul campus) for $5 Monday you plan to bring a car to Health Pharmacy (410 Church St. SE). campus. through Friday. Ramps and garages typically charge for every hour you are ■ Buy your U-Pass online parked. Find more parking information at U of M Bike Center if you want to use public pts.umn.edu/park/visitorparking. The bike center (at the corner of Oak and transit to get around the Delaware Streets) offers a space for bicycle metro area. Carpool commuters to gather and take advantage of resources including: ■ Be safe and aware of your Gopher RideShare is a U of M database surroundings: Walk in to connect and share your commute • Bicycle repair (fee based on service) groups or call 624-WALK with others. Save time and money and • Retail outlet reduce congestion. Download the for a security escort. • RFID (radio frequency identification) Gopher RideShare app in the Apple tagging and tracking store or on Google Play. Learn more at gopherrideshare.umn.edu. • Educational opportunities such as smart cycling courses and bike maintenance Metro Transit also matches drivers and riders classes in a Twin Cities database. The optional Bike Center membership costs $40 a year and includes secure bike parking More information: z.umn.edu/carpool and access to showers.

Rent a car More information: www.pts.umn.edu/bike/bike-center If you don’t have a car on campus and want to drive, join HOURCAR. Anyone over 18 Similar to the secure bike parking at the Bike can join. This car-sharing program allows Center, select parking ramps have secured members to rent cars by the hour or by the parking areas too. Access to one of those Maps: day. Membership is $40 a year. You can use spots is $40 a year. www.umn.edu/pts/maps the vehicles available on campus (models vary from Honda Fit to Toyota Tacoma) to drive to the suburbs, go on a job interview,

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tunnel andskyway. Hoursvarybybuilding. that connectsmanybuildingsoncampusby keep youwarmanddry. It’s asignedroute On rainyorsnowydays,theGopherWay can z.umn.edu/uwalk. times betweenbuildingsanddestinationsat hall andaclass?Checkoutsomewalking walk betweenclassesoryourresidence Do youneedtoknowhowlongittakes Walking—and safety z.umn.edu/scooters formore information. and mustbeoperatedlikeabicycle.Visit These rentable scootersare oncampus Motorized foot scooters prohibited oncampussidewalks. or inmotorcycle contractareas. Mopedsare given whenmopedsare parkedatbikeracks z.umn.edu/mopeds. Citationsorfinesare For informationonmopedparking,visit Mopeds oncampus other NiceRidekiosk. kiosk onoroff campusandreturned toany bicycles thatcanberented from apublic If youdon’t ownabike,tryNiceRide’s green at z.umn.edu/ubike. locker locationsonthecampusbikingmap Parking &Transportation Services.See You canalsorent asecure bike lockerfrom More information:niceridemn.com z.umn.edu/shuttle. late-night hours.Seedetailshere: Avenue Circulator busesrunduring Both CampusConnectorandUniversity details. boynton.umn.edu/gopher-chauffeur for students provided byBoyntonHealth.See a late-transportationserviceforUofM When operating,GopherChauffeur is publicsafety.umn.edu/security. the campusvicinityboundarieshere: or 4-WALK from anycampus phone.See All youneedtodoiscall612-624-WALK University Security'sSafeWalk service. after dark,itisimportanttousethe If youwalkaround campus,especially when usingtheGopherWay. a goodideatoallowforlittleextratime through uncommonareas, soit'salways floors withinthesamebuildingorpass Be aware: the pathcanchangetodifferent More information:z.umn.edu/uwalk pts.umn.edu/bus/interstatebr TRAVELING OUTSIDETHEMETROAREA: pts.umn.edu/park/map JUMP-START ORADDAIRTOFLAT TIRE: z.umn.edu/footballparking HOW PARKING CHANGESDURINGFOOTBALLGAMES: z.umn.edu/parkingticket WHAT TODOWHENYOUGETAPARKING TICKET: z.umn.edu/umneventcal z.umn.edu/not-event-parking HOW TOAVOID EVENTPARKING RATES: z.umn.edu/visitor PARKING TIPS FORVISITORS: G etting Ar oun d // LIFEAT THEUOFM//

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The University of Minnesota The University of Minnesota Department of Public Safety Police Department (UMPD) is a (DPS) consists of the University of Minnesota Police Department, 24/7, 365- days-a-year the Public Safety Emergency police department with over 55 Sworn Communications Center (PSECC), Officers whose mission is to keep the and University Security. University and its people safe.

UMPD has specialized units such There are over as K9, community engagement, and investigations. 3,000 cameras on campus Follow our work on social media! that are monitored daily by the Public Safety Emergency UMNpublicsafety Communications Center.

The UMPD can be contacted University Security day or night by calling provides generalized 911 . building security The PSECC answers all 911 calls from and the Safe Walk campus phone and from cell phone calls program. that originate from (or near) campus.

UNIVERSITY POLICE ...... 29 AURORA CENTER FOR ADVOCACY & EDUCATION ...... 30 In this SECURE U ...... 31 section SAFETY IN RESIDENCE HALLS ...... 32 SAFETY ON THE GO ...... 32 STUDENT LEGAL SERVICE ...... 33

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Communications Center. Public SafetyEmergency University Security, and Police Department, University ofMinnesota Public Safetyincludes the The Departmentof security monitoring services.Theyanswer The PSECCprovides 911dispatchand Communications Center (PSECC) Public Safety Emergency security. bicycle patrols, buildingsecurity, andevent campus securitypatrols, eventsecurity, include 624-WALK (SafeWalk Program), ambassadors oftheUM.Theirservices safety, reducing risks,and acting as faculty, andvisitors byenhancingpersonal University Securityservesstudents,staff, University Security the campussafeforall. current trends andconcernswhilekeeping health officersallworktogethertoaddress crime investigator, K-9officers,andmental Community EngagementTeam (CET),abias Community InvestigationsDivision(CID), for serviceontheTwin Citiescampus.The officers. The department responds to all calls employing over55full-timeswornpeace educational institutioninMinnesota, unique toanyotherpost-secondary Department (UMPD)isapolicedepartment The UniversityofMinnesotaPolice University Police Department ofPublicSafety, butalsothestudents,faculty, andstaff. of thoseoncampusisnotonlytheresponsibility oftheUniversityMinnesota The UniversityofMinnesotaisasafelearningenvironment forstudents.Thesafety • • • including: notification occursinanumberofways, In theeventofacampusemergency, Emergencies oncampus card accessservicesfortheUniversity. provide videosurveillancemonitoringand assist incoordinating responses. Theyalso dispatching theappropriate responders to all 911emergency callsfrom campus,

concerning campuscommunity safety. public address systemtobroadcast alerts Outdoor Warning System—UMPDusesa on campus. and otherinformationconcerningsafety Warningto release Timely Notifications Email—the Universityusescampusemail safe-campus.umn.edu receive SAFEUAlerts.More information: phones are automaticallyenrolled to major incidents.Allstudentswithcell on campus.SAFEUAlertsare onlyfor the incidentandactionstepsforthose will sendoutatextgivinginformationon student safetyisaconcern,theUniversity SAFEU Alerts—Foranyemergency where Y ou r S afet y // LIFEAT THEUOFM// say something • • • If you seesomething,

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29 Your Safety Your Safety Safety precautions the Community Engagement Team (CET). The officers work primarily Monday through If you decide to walk on or off campus at Friday and at University events on weekends. night, go as a group and come back as a group. There's safety in numbers. Be aware One of the most critical components of UMNpublicsafety of your surroundings. If you see something effective law enforcement is establishing and suspicious, call 911. Do not text, talk on the maintaining public trust. Since relationships phone, or listen to music with earphones on are difficult to establish during times of crisis, while walking or biking. the CET’s goal is to create non-enforcement, positive interactions to build and maintain Do not leave your property unattended. lasting relationships and community trust. If you are in the library, Coffman, or a The team accomplishes this by increasing classroom and have to leave for any reason, foot patrols, coordinating events such as The safety of students take your property with you. Always lock Coffee Stops, workshops, and meet-and- is of highest priority at your residence hall room, even if you will greet opportunities. To be more accessible the U of M. only be gone for a minute—every time. to students and staff, UMPD CET also establishes locations on the University’s East Watch for safety tips UMPD—Community and West bank campuses as well as the St. throughout Gold Book and at Engagement Team Paul campus where students can stop in to SafeU.umn.edu express crime-related concerns or simply The Community Engagement Team (CET) is have a friendly conversation. The Community committed to developing and maintaining Engagement Team wants students and faculty relationships and partnerships within to see the officers as community partners. the University community; establishing transparency, mutual understanding, and Activities & Initiatives trust between community members and law enforcement; and ensuring public Police Week Open House, National Night GOPHER CHAUFFEUR safety by addressing criminal influences, Out, Social Media Engagement, Officer When operating, you providing necessary resources for identified Hours, Late Night Breakfast, Orientation, Nerf Games, Police Olympics, Homecoming can get a free, safe circumstances, and partnering with community leadership. Parade, Shop With A Cop, Toys For Tots, ride home. For service Bicycle And K9 Units, Special Olympics, schedules, visit In 2017, the University of Minnesota Police Law Enforcement Torch Run, Foot Beats, Department (UMPD) expanded its community boynton.umn.edu/ Meet And Greets, Cops N’ Coffee, Safety engagement efforts by hiring officers to Presentations/Active Threat Presentations, gopher-chauffeur engage with students and staff without the Self-Defense Workshops, Community worry of needing to respond to 911 calls. A Partnerships, Read Across America, Bicycle lieutenant and three officers are assigned to Safety Campus, and Community Picnics

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accountability andculture change. intervention skills,andpromote peer intersectional identity, learnbystander understand sexualviolence,explore empathy forsurvivorsandhelppeople faculty. Aurora’s workshopsworktobuild campus communityforstudents,staff, and featuring customscenariosacross the workshops coveringavarietyoftopics Aurora provides prevention educationand Aurora prevention education gender identity, orgenderexpression. upon anindividual’s sex,sexualorientation, definition ofconsentdoesnotvarybased to participateinthesexualcontact.This would believecommunicateawillingness reasonable personunderthecircumstances by aninformedindividualthatasober communicated words oractionsgiven Affirmative consentisfreely andaffirmatively Affirmative consent affirmative consent.) were carriedout,sexualcontactwithout in contactthatwouldbe,ifthethreat affirmative consent;or(2)athreat toengage actual orattemptedsexualcontactwithout (The Universitydefinessexualassaultas(1) emotional support,referrals, andadvocacy. in hoursthatincludeavarietyofoptions, helpline (612-626-9111)andweekdaydrop- choices youmake.There isa24-hour available toyou,andthensupportsthe helps youidentifytheoptionsthatare Services are free andconfidential.Aurora stalking. relationship violence,sexualharassment,or or concernedpeopleofsexualassault, faculty, andstaff whoare victims/survivors space (inApplebyHall)forstudents, The centerprovides asafeandconfidential You willseesignsforAurora around campus. & Education Aurora Center for Advocacy More information:aurora.umn.edu policy.umn.edu/operations/sexualassault More Information: • • • • secure online. Here are afewsafecomputingtipstostay Secure U • • • • • • • •

that comesupinapop-upwindow. Never clickonalinkorcallphonenumber expecting them. Do notopenattachmentsunlessyouare messages [email protected]. professor, orfriend.Reportsuspicious “HelpDesk,” orevenaco-worker, anyone, like“UMNEduTeam,” “Service,” information andmayappeartocomefrom stealing yourpasswords orothersensitive emails are fraudulent messagesaimedat Beware ofphishing scams.Phishing only assecure asthedeviceitison. face recognition locks.Your informationis passcodes, passwords, orthumbprint unattended. Secure yourdeviceswith Never leaveyourpersonaldevice more: wifi.umn.edu wired networkwhenoncampus. Learn eduroam) orconnecttotheUniversity network (suchas Use asecure WiFi personal information. to prevent othersfrom accessingyour and closeallwindowsbefore youleave lab, orkiosk,logoutofallaccounts When usingapubliccomputerinlibrary, storage solutionssuchasGoogleDrive. Back upyourdataregularly andusesecure Turn onbuilt-in encryptionforyourdevice. install anti-virussoftware. Use built-invirusprevention software or Apple AppStore. trusted source suchasGooglePlayor or updateappsfrom awell-knownand Regularly updateyourdevices.Download z.umn.edu/DuoDevices. or tablet)generatebypasscodesat Learn howtoenroll abackupdevice(phone lost, broken, stolen,ordead?Beprepared! happens ifthephoneyouenrolled inDuois including MyU,Canvas,andGmail.What required toaccessmanyUMNapplications, Duo Security(two-factorauthentication)is Learn more: z.umn.edu/strongpassword do notshare yourpasswords withothers. Choose strong anduniquepasswords, and Y ou r S afet y // LIFEAT THEUOFM// online courses. learn more abouttherequired and resources. Seepage54to specific policies,procedures, bystander skills,andcampus- key definitionsandstatistics, harassment byteachingyou violence, stalking,andsexual of sexualassault,relationship to address thecriticalissues Undergraduates isdesigned Sexual AssaultPrevention for UN P SEXUAL ASSAULT neglect). (for example,childabuseor mandated reporting isnecessary exception ofinstanceswhere to release information,withthe clients provide writtenpermission about clientsconfidentialunless required tokeepallinformation confidential. Aurora advocatesare and studentstaff) maynotbe professors, academicadvisors, other universityemployees(i.e., confidential advisorswhere volunteers are considered The Aurora Centerstaff and Confidential Advisors RE D V ER ENTION FOR G RA D UATES

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Safety on-the-go As you navigate to, from, and around campus, consider these tips to keep you safe.

Driver safety • Always wear your seat belt. • Be aware of pedestrian and bicycle traffic. • Always close your windows and sunroof and lock your doors, even if you will only be gone a short time. • Put all belongings, valuables, and packages in the trunk. • If you own a moped, motorized scooter, or motorized bike, you must be licensed and have insurance for that vehicle. • Have your keys in your hand before • Obey United States copyright laws by arriving at your car. legally downloading and sharing software, • Lock your door while driving. TOOLS FOR YOUR SAFETY music, videos, or images. Learn more: z.umn.edu/uscopyright The RAVE Guardian Campus Transit safety Safety App provides • When in doubt, reach out. Contact • Do not step into the roadway until the bus additional safety to students Technology Help (it.umn.edu/help) has stopped and the door has opened. as they walk through campus. or the University Information Security The app allows you to team (it.umn.edu/safe-computing) with • Cross at least 10 feet in front of a bus so request a virtual safety escort, questions. the driver can see you. which will notify the friends • Do not run to catch the bus. and family you set as your Safety in on-campus housing • Never stick your arms or legs in the doors "Social Guardians" if you do to prevent them from closing. not reach your set destination Locked doors • Keep aisles clear of feet, books, bags, etc. in a designated timeframe. All doors leading to residence hall rooms The RAVE Guardian tool and apartments are locked 24 hours a day. • Allow other passengers to exit before you does not replace the other Access to your residence hall is controlled by board. safety offerings for the Twin your U Card. If your U Card is lost or stolen, Cities campus. Learn more at deactivate it online right away and obtain a Light Rail safety z.umn.edu/raveguardian. replacement U Card. (Remember, there may • Tracks are for trains and buses. Never walk be a fee to replace your U Card.) Once you Smart 911 helps first on tracks, and stay away from switches obtain your replacement U Card you may responders be aware of which can move at any time. need to update your U Card details with your important information, such • Look both ways for oncoming trains, building’s Information Desk to regain access. as medical conditions, your buses, and bicycles as you enter an location, and emergency intersection. Additional security contacts, that will help • Cross only at intersections and legal them address better your • Security cameras are installed in every signed mid-block crosswalks. emergency. This private and residence hall and apartment community. • Running or horseplay on the platform is secure service is provided They are located in public areas such dangerous—especially near moving trains. by the University and helps as lobbies, stairwells, computer rooms, save time when seconds elevators, laundry rooms, and tunnels • Turn down your mobile device near the matter. Create your profile at between buildings. platform and rail crossing. smart911.com. • The Information Desk in each residence • Bicyclists are not allowed to turn left to hall and apartment building is open 24 cross the tracks and must use designated hours a day during the academic term. bike boxes.

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tenancy law. business start-up, career mentoring,and cover topicssuchasinteracting withpolice, SLS alsooffers avarietyofprograms that including anotarypublic. There are otherservicesoffered, too, questions, orconsumercredit problems. law (mostmisdemeanors),immigration disputes withmanagement,etc.),criminal landlord/tenant issues(leasereviews, any legalconcernsorproblems including students. Thisistheplacetogoifyouhave services, representation, andeducationto Student LegalService(SLS)provides legal Student Legal Service • • • • • • • Pedestrian safety • • • • • • • • • Bike safety

Trust yourinstincts. well-lit walkways. Avoid shortcuts:Take well-traveledand eye contact. Walk confidently:Lookaheadandmake does notknowyouare there. Use caution—alwaysassumethedriver distracted withelectronic devices. Be aware ofyoursurroundings. Don’t be than $100. Jaywalking issubjecttoafineofmore Cross withinthemarkedcrosswalk. control signals. Obey “Don’t Walk” andothertraffic- number. Keep awrittenrecord ofyourbike’s serial For maximumtheftprotection, useaU-Lock. does notknowyouare there. Use caution—alwaysassumethedriver Minnesota lawfornightriding. Headlights andreflectors are required by Bikers mustrideinthedirection oftraffic. Most campusbikelanesare one-wayonly. Always wearabikehelmet. Yield topedestriansincrosswalks. Obey alltrafficsigns,signals,andlaws. citations forbicyclistsridingonsidewalks. markings. Universitypolicecanwrite is designatedasabikelanewithpavement Never rideonacampussidewalkunlessit • • • • • • • • reminders) from SLS: Here are somesafetytips(andlegal assistance. Readthrough the listabove. and immigrationissues,contact SLSfor Minnesota. Forquestionsregarding legal apply toallstudentsattheUniversityof You are responsible toknowthelawsthat expectations Be safe:KnowstatelawsandUniversity

your vehicle.Lackofinsuranceisacrime. vehicle. Alwayscarryproof ofinsurancein you musthaveautoinsuranceforyour Auto insurance:IfyoudriveinMinnesota license. permanently, youmustgetaMinnesota driver’s license.IfyoumovetoMinnesota in Minnesota,youmusthaveavalid Driver’s licenses:Ifyouare goingtodrive suspected identitythefttothepolice. absolutely necessary. Immediatelyreport and nevergiveoutthenumberunless keep yourSocialSecuritycard withyou, asking forsensitiveinformation.Don’t accounts, anddon’t respond toemails personal information,safeguard bank data—shred documents containingyour Take stepstoavoididentitytheft:Secure all statelaws.Ignoranceisnotadefense! Students mustbeaware ofandcomplywith from illegaldownloading. authorized. Severe penaltiescanresult games from theinternet,makesure itis copyrighted music,movies,software, or Illegal downloads:Before youdownload falsely andinaccurately). false ID(identifyingyourselforyourage False identification:Itisacrimetouse age of21isalsoacrime. Providing alcoholtosomeoneunderthe consume alcohol,anddoingsoisacrime. you are under21youmaynotpossessor Alcohol use:Thedrinkingageis21.If in lossofstatusandremoval.) students: Certaincriminalactscouldresult employment opportunities.(International and impactyourfuture educationaland conduct canresult inacademicdiscipline Criminal convictionsorcharges: Certain Y ou r S afet y // LIFEAT THEUOFM// sls.umn.edu 612-624-1001 160 West BankSkyway Student Legal Service from anycampusphone. Call 612-624-WALK or4-9255 publicsafety.umn.edu/security. boundaries, goto view thegeographicalservice you anywhere oncampus.To monitors willwalkorbikewith Trained student security limited surrounding areas. and St.Paulcampuses walking ontheMinneapolis 24 hoursadayforstudents The program provides escorts through UniversitySecurity. service? It’s a free service offered University Security'sSafeWalk Did youread aboutthe BE SAFE WHILEWALKIN

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One Stop Student Services is your source for financial aid and billing information and assistance. onestop.umn.edu

Manage your University finances in the My Finances tab of MyU. myu.umn.edu Want to learn how to manage finances wisely Need to grant account throughout college? access to a parent Visit the Financial Wellness pages on or guest? the One Stop website. z.umn.edu/financialwellness Learn how here: z.umn.edu/parentguestaccess

Looking for scholarships? Wondering when to expect Try the Undergraduate your financial aid awards? Scholarship search. Learn more: z.umn.edu/scholarshipsinfo z.umn.edu/tcawardingtimeline

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z.umn.edu/myfinances. the "MyFinances"tabof MyU monitor yourfinancialaidstatus in Upon completingtheFAFSA, please WITH RECEI THERE ARESE online atz.umn.edu/onestopfa. Information onalltypesofaidprograms is federal, state,andUniversityprograms. (campus employment),orloansfrom grants, scholarships(giftaid),work-study be notifiedbyemailofyoureligibilityfor 1) forthenextschoolyear. InJulyyouwill for financialaid(anytimeafterOctober studentaid.gov. You mustapplyannually Federal StudentAid(FAFSA) onlineat Complete afree applicationfor Financial aid paying tuitiontofindingajob. on therighttracknow. Thissectionprovides informationoneverythingfrom and fees.Managingmoneyissomethingnewformanycollegestudents.Soget An educationisliterallyaninvestment.Butcollegeexpensesgofarbeyondtuition Financing Your Education ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ before thesemester start date. student account beginning oneweek Receive disbursement of fundsinyour Aid. loans after responding to your Financial promissory notes for any accepted Complete entrance counseling and offer beginning late July. Respond to theelectronic Financial Aid Aid offer between March and July. Review thepaper estimated Financial MyU. Complete assoonpossible. and enroll indirect deposit through If asked, submitadditional documents as possible. studentaid.gov. Complete itassoon Student Aid (FAFSA) Fill outafree application for Federal V IN V ERAL STE G FINANCIALAI P S IN V OL D : : V E D

Stop website:z.umn.edu/howtopay. submitting ascholarshipcheckontheOne scholarship, refer toinstructionsabout If youare receiving anon-University Scholarships/checks Types of financialaid been offered. could impactthefinancialaidyouhave submit aspecialcircumstances appealthat a OneStopcounselor. You mayqualifyto status afteryoufilethe FAFSA, speakwith If yourfamilyhasamajorchangeinfinancial Changes infamily situation by visiting 240 Williamson Hall. by visiting240 Williamson 612-625-6330 or1-800-752-1000 or Office ofAdmissionsbycalling may speakwiththeresidency officerinthe available atz.umn.edu/residency . You University’s official residency policyis Minnesota isnottoattendschool.The and yourprimaryreason forbeingin prior toyourfirstdayofclassattendance, Minnesota foratleastonecalendaryear a Minnesotaresident ifyouhavelivedin resident (green card), youare considered If youare aU.S.citizenorpermanent Residency for awork-studyaward. must completetheFAFSA tobeconsidered study award touseyourfunding.Students You mustnotifyyouremployerofwork- listed onthestudentemploymentwebsite. study award, youmayapplyforanyposition job usuallyoncampus.Ifyoudohaveawork- educational-related expensesbyworkingata helps undergraduate studentspaytheir A workstudyisaformoffinancialaidthat Work-study z.umn.edu/workstudyawards. For more information,goto F inancing Y ou r Ed ucation // LIFEAT THEUOFM// & Activities. and StudentUnions including BoyntonHealth various studentprograms fee isusedtosupport or more credits. This who are enrolled forsix charged toallstudents A studentservicefeeis Federal StudentAid. eligible toapplyfor students are not International

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Reciprocity online billing and payment system allows you to pay with your checking or savings Residents of Manitoba, North Dakota, South account or with a valid credit card. It’s Dakota, and Wisconsin may be eligible important that you pay your Student for reciprocity tuition rates. Reciprocity Account in full each semester, or you is not automatic and applications are may not be able to register for the next managed through your home state. You semester. can find information regarding your state’s reciprocity application using the links at For complete information on all payment z.umn.edu/recip. Please note that if you options, go to z.umn.edu/payment. participate in off-campus study, study abroad, or take time off for an academic International students can make tuition year or more, you must reapply for payments through the use of Flywire, an reciprocity. international payment processor.

Learn more at z.umn.edu/intlpay. VETERANS Paying for school: University Veterans Services Your Student Account (612-625-8076 Your University Student Account helps you Parent/guest access to your z.umn.edu/veterans) manage billing and payment of tuition, Student Account provides a wide range fees, on-campus housing, and certain other You may grant access to view your student of services to military campus charges. When you register, cancel, record to your parents and others. Your parent members, veterans, or add courses, a charge or credit is posted or guest will be able to speak with a One Stop and their families to to your account. counselor about your financial aid and view assist with educational your financial aid, registration, holds, grades, benefits. They can also View your account in the “My Finances” and bills. They will also be able to make connect veterans to non- tab at: myu.umn.edu. payments on your behalf. Your parent or guest educational benefits, can complete their part of the authorization services, and programs for process online. housing, medical needs, Billing and payment employment, family, and You will receive a notice in your University Parent/guest access quick link: transition issues. email account when your billing statement z.umn.edu/parentguestaccess is available online. The University’s official

Minnesota Dream Act The Minnesota Dream Act passed into Minnesota law and was adopted as an official U of M policy by Board of Regents resolution in 2013. Under this law, undocumented Minnesota high school graduates meeting certain criteria, regardless of immigration status, can benefit in these ways: • In-state resident tuition rates at public colleges and universities. • State financial aid available to students who meet state residency requirements. • Privately funded financial aid through public colleges and universities, including aid from the U of M. Please visit dream.umn.edu for more information.

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located onallTwin Citiescampuses. Friday). OneStopStudentServicescentersare Cities metro area) from 8:00a.m.-4:00p.m.(Monday- (or 1-800-400-8636ifyouare outsidetheTwin [email protected] orbycalling612-624-1111 One StopStudentServicescanbereached at If youdon’t findanswerstoyourquestionsonline, onestop.umn.edu available from OneStop. records, andveterans’benefits resources is registration, financialaid,billing,payment,student a student.Everythingyouneedtoknowabout help inlearningtomanagethebusinessofbeing You willgotoOneStopStudentServicesforexpert F inancing locations atz.umn.edu/contact. Find current hoursforallOneStop 1420 EcklesAve. 130 Coffey Hall St. Paul 219 19thAve. S. 130 West Bank Skyway West Bank 222 PleasantSt.SE. 333 BruininksHall(primarylocation) East Bank Y ou r Ed ucation // LIFEAT THEUOFM//

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COST OF ATTENDANCE BUDGETS You can estimate what it will cost to attend the University of Minnesota by using the standard Cost of Attendance (COA) budgets that are prepared by the University. The University uses them to estimate the cost of attending the University for the purposes of awarding financial aid. The budgets are useful guides that show the cost of tuition and fees, books and supplies, room and board, transportation, and personal expenses. If you will have additional expenses that are not included in the COA, contact One Stop for an adjustment to your award. Look for “Estimating Your Costs” at onestop.umn.edu.

Financial Wellness state ID. The cashier will then swipe your U Card to verify you are eligible to charge to One Stop Student Services offers great your Student Account. If you have grants, financial-related advice through financial scholarships, or loans, your purchases will be wellness resources on Facebook and the deducted from the balance in your Student One Stop website. Making smart decisions Account. If there is a balance due on your about money is one of the most important account, no interest will accrue if paid in full things you can teach yourself while in by the due date. U Card—discounts college. Being on a student budget will help you to be careful and creative with When you get your U Card or if you get a When you make spending and saving habits. One Stop replacement U Card, you have to wait one purchases on or around offers one-on-one sessions to discuss business day to use it at the Bookstores for campus, make sure to ask financial wellness. Counselors are available making purchases to your Student Account for your student discount to discuss your questions and concerns or when selling used books back at the end and show your U Card! regarding financial planning and education. of the semester. (Your U Card is required to You’ll get advice on budgeting, spending, sell used textbooks back to the Bookstores. using credit, avoiding financial trouble, Buyback funds are given out in cash.) Your and getting help with financial matters. U Card is also used to verify your student For more information, visit the Financial status for computer software and hardware Wellness page on the One Stop website: purchases at discounted academic prices z.umn.edu/FinancialWellnessAppt from M Tech at the Bookstores. You can also use Gopher GOLD to pay for Buying your books using your purchases you make at the Bookstores. Student Account Your Gopher GOLD account is a pre-paid account, so you must deposit to the account When shopping at the U of M Bookstores before making a purchase. You can deposit you have several payment options available up to $1,000. Deposit to your Gopher GOLD including cash, check, credit cards, Student account online, at the U Card Office, or Account charge, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and at a Cash-to-Gopher GOLD Station. Visit Gopher GOLDTM. If you instruct the cashier to gophergold.umn.edu to make a deposit. charge your Student Account you will need After you have made a deposit, bring your U to present your U Card and a second form Card to the cashier and say you’d like to use of identification such as a driver’s license or

DIRECT DEPOSIT If you will receive financial aid, work on campus, or if the University ever needs to refund a credit balance, you must sign up for direct deposit. Direct deposit is a safe, easy way to have funds automatically transferred into your bank checking or savings account. Once set up, it is easy to change your bank information at any time. Go to the “My Finances” tab in MyU at z.umn.edu/financialwellness to set up direct deposit.

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• Students withoutaWork Study Award • • Students witha Work Study Award 4. 3. 2. 1. How To ApplyFor AStudent Job HOW are somelimitationsonthestartdateofanew new studentsenteringtheUniversity, there For umn.edu/ohr/studentemployment. For additionalinformation,pleasevisit visit umn.edu/ohr/employment. To search andapplyforstudentjobsplease consultation regarding studentemployment. Programs provides policyinformationand at theUniversity. StudentEmployment There are manyemploymentopportunities Finding ajob online atgophergold.umn.edu. your GopherGOLDpurchases andbalance GOLD accountbalance.You cancheck then deductthetotalfrom yourGopher The cashierwillswipeyourUCard and Gopher GOLDtopayforyourpurchases.

EXCEPT positionslabeled“Work StudyRequired.” through financialaidare abletoapplyfor alljobopenings Students thatdonothavea workstudyaward granted study award. All studentsMUSTnotifytheemployer(s)ofwork any workstudyjobslistedonGoldPASS. openings thatare listedontheemploymentwebsiteand Students withaworkstudyaward canapplyforalljob if youhaveNOTattachedarésumé. training, degrees, andlanguageskills(asapplicable)only OPTIONAL: Entereducation,workexperience,job click thebutton. Applicants MUSTmeetallminimumqualificationsand requested. section. Uploadacoverletterand/orresume, if Read andfollowinstructionsinthe“HowtoApply” record eachcorresponding six-digitjobopeningnumber. jobs, sostudentsshouldapplyformultipleopeningsand Student jobsare listedonMyU.There iscompetitionfor D O IFIN D ASTU D ENT JOB? internships across thecountry. employers, volunteerorganizations, and that connectsstudentsandalumniwith Handshake istheUofM’s onlinedatabase GoldPASS (goldpass.umn.edu)powered by Online joblistings regarding employmenteligibility. Please contactISSSifyouhavequestions campus studentemploymentopportunities. International studentsare eligibleforon- Employment Programs withquestions. student employmentjobcontactStudent If youexperienceconcernsrelative toyour new positiononAugust17,2020. University infall2020canbeginworkingtheir position. Forexample,astudententeringthe 6. 5.

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39 Financing Your Education The benefit of having an on-campus job Working an on-campus job has lasting benefits. In addition to earning a paycheck, you can find positions to help you prepare for your career after the University. In addition, research by the National Center for Education Statistics has shown that students who work 1-15 hours have slightly higher GPAs than their peers who do not work or work over 20 hours per week. Below are what current students have shared about how they have benefited from having an on-campus job.

“Having an on-campus job has really assisted me in finding my place on this campus. When you come to the U it can seem like such an ocean, but through my job I have been able to find a small community. You are working with mostly other students in your role and so you all share at least that one common connection, and many others are soon to follow. Through my position on campus I have made some of my closest friends, and I’ll always appreciate my office for that.”

“Having an on-campus job “As an international student, has helped me connect having an on-campus job is one with students and their “Definitely flexibility and of a few chances that allows me families. I work to make the understanding that to gain experience while going to sure that their experience school comes first.” school. I also feel more involved at the U is as enjoyable as with the campus because I’m mine has been!” working on-campus.”

“Time off for breaks.” “Getting experience in my field of study.”

“ I really like the people I work with/for. They’re always supportive and kind.”

Interested in having an on-campus position? Check out the University’s largest student employers: M Dining — [email protected] Student Unions & Activities — sua.umn.edu/jobs Recreation and Wellness — recwell.umn.edu/jobs U of M Bookstores — bookstores.umn.edu/employment Facilities Management — humanresources.umn.edu/jobs Orientation & Transition Experiences — ote.umn.edu/leadership Multicultural Center for Academic Excellence (MCAE) — [email protected]

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GETTING STARTED GUIDE Even before you arrive on campus, you can set up your account & start using UMN technology resources & services. To get started visit z.umn.edu/new-student. Walk In it.umn.edu/help PASSWORD RESETS Visit my-account.umn.edu to set your UMN password reset questions. After you’ve set your questions, you’ll be able to reset your password through the self-service menu. Self-Help SELF-HELP GUIDES & HOW TOS it.umn.edu Get started using, troubleshoot problems, or improve your skills with technologies you use at the U. Visit Chat it.umn.edu and type a technology name in the search bar to see how-to articles and self-help guides. chat.it.umn.edu

SOFTWARE FOR U Email Get Microsoft Office 365 Pro, Wolfram Alpha [email protected] Pro, JMP Pro, and JMP Genomics free of charge while you are a student at the U. Visit z.umn.edu/softwareforU.

CANVAS Canvas is an online learning platform where you will WiFi access course material, submit assignments, take wifi.umn.edu quizzes,view grades, and interact with classmates and Call instructors. Get started at z.umn.edu/studentcanvas. 612.301.4357 (1-HELP)

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Visit Visit Questions aboutsuppressing yourinformation? directory suppression. personal pronoun, andmanageyourUniversity your information,indicateagenderidentityand information, giveparents orguestsaccessto your preferred name,updateyourcontact Manage youridentityattheUniversity:edit My Info this tab. information. Signupfordirect depositthrough yourbilling,payment,andfinancialaid View My Finances information, andmuchmore. about resources andevents,manageyour degree progress, seeyourgrades,learn your financialaidandbilling,track use MyUtoregister forclasses,access to helpyoubesuccessfulattheU.You’ll web portal,personalizedforyouwithtools MyU istheofficialUniversityofMinnesota myu.umn.edu MyU email, financialinformation,andmuchmore. Usethissectiontofamiliarizeyourselfwiththetechnologyavailableyou. Students are provided withanumberoftechnologyresources andtoolstoconnectwithUniversityinformation,grades, z.umn.edu/setsuppression Technology Academics degree progress andgrades. textbooks, andviewyour Register forclasses,findyour student employee. you willseemore tabsifyou’re a may appearhere. Forexample, on campusandadditionaltabs MyU ispersonalizedtoyourroles Additional Tabs T echnology pay yourbill. registration timeisavailableandwhento example, notificationstellyou when your notices aboutthingsyouneed to do.For Pay attention!Notificationsare important Notifications and eventsoncampus. opportunities, resources, Find outabout News // LIFEAT THEUOFM//

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After you arrive on campus accessories for your academic needs. Check with your department or college for specific Technology Help device or software recommendations. Technology Help provides 24/7 support for all of your technology needs. They can Learn more about software at: help you reset your password, connect to z.umn.edu/software the internet, and troubleshoot issues with Canvas, MyU, and more. Call 612-301-4357, chat (chat.it.umn.edu), email Technology Purchases and Service [email protected] or visit a walk-in location. The University of Minnesota Bookstores provides access to the latest technology More information: it.umn.edu/help sales and service through its M Tech Store located in the U of M Bookstores at Coffman Memorial Union. Technology Help Walk-in Locations Visit the M Tech Store to test-drive the latest East Bank computers, tablets, and more. Have your • Coffman Memorial Union 101 questions answered by certified technicians, West Bank and save money with special academic • Blegen Hall 90 discounts available on many products. View the complete selection of technology St. Paul products online at mtech.umn.edu. Charge GET CONNECTED • St. Paul Student Center 4 your technology purchases to your student The University of For a full list of all technology help services, account when you shop in-store or online. Minnesota WiFi network is go to it.umn.edu/help. All online computer orders qualify for free secure, reliable, and fast. shipping in the continental United States. EDUROAM is the preferred Explore Google Workspace for the The U of M Bookstores offer a technology secure network for students. University of Minnesota trade-in program where you can recycle Use your full University email your gently used laptops, tablets, and cell Share documents and collaborate with others address and password to phones. Visit mtech.umn.edu to determine by using your University Google account. In connect. eduroam is also your trade-in value. available at hundreds of addition to your U of M email, you can access colleges and universities Drive, Calendar, Chat, Sites, and more. The U of M Bookstores also provide on- around the world. campus repairs and upgrades for Mac and More information: some PCs, as well as Apple warranty services Learn more at wifi.umn.edu z.umn.edu/google-workspace from a team of certified technicians.

More information: mtech.umn.edu LinkedIn Learning Build your skills in applications such as Microsoft Office, MATLAB, or Adobe Internet ID, passwords, and two-factor Creative Cloud Suite through online videos. authentication Your internet ID and password act as a Log on at z.umn.edu/linkedin-learning to key to online tools and services offered by see a full list of online courses. the University. All students are required to use Duo Two-Factor Authentication. Purchase discounted hardware and In the event that your password is stolen, software two-factor authentication helps keep your The University works with vendors to financial aid and private information out of provide discounts on a variety of products, the hands of would-be thieves. Learn more including hardware, software, and electronic at z.umn.edu/2factor.

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• • • • using yourUniversityaccount: Here are sometipstokeepinmindwhen address. and staff canonlyemailyouatyourUofM security purposes,UofMadvisers,faculty, send emailfrom yourUniversityaccount.For another emailaddress, youare expectedto Even ifyouforward yourUofMaccountto questions. adviser. Contactyouradviserifyouhave and understandingallmessagesfrom your advisor. You are responsible forreading includes messagesfrom youracademic of communicationattheUniversity. That Your UofMemailistheofficialmeans Reminders andetiquette University email: connection option. Ethernet cableforanotherfastandsecure residence halls,butstudentsshouldbringan the Twin isavailablein Citiescampus.WiFi students andguestswithinternetaccesson The University’s networkprovides WiFi WiFi network

More information:wifi.umn.edu looking foritonyourown. for informationjustbecauseit’s easierthan your instructororTeaching Assistant(TA) Be resourceful andproactive. Don’t email Monday’s literature review assignment.” not atallhelpful.Try, “Helpneededwith Be specificinthesubjectline.“Help”is section numberyouare in. ID) andrefer tothespecificcourseand Clearly identifyyourself(nameandstudent U ofMfacultyandstaff. sure towriteprofessionally whenemailing Among friendsemailisinformal,butbe semester! Learnmore anddownload today:z.umn.edu/softwareforU and JMPGenomics,Esri ArcGIS atnocostandsetyourselfupforsuccessthis charge? You candownloadMicrosoft Office 365Pro, Wolfram AlphaPro, JMPPro Did youknowthere are manykindsofsoftware thatare availabletostudentsatno Software forU credit backtoyourGopherGOLDaccount. computer labattendantforapossible incorrectly, bringittotheattentionof you hadpagesthatdidn’t printorprinted was improperly charged forprintingor If youbelieveyourGopherGOLDaccount processed. on youraccountafterthetransactionis station willshowyoutheremaining balance Gopher GOLDaccountbalance.Theprint total costwillthenbedeductedfrom your print jobfrom theprinterworkstation.The account, swipeyourUCard torelease your you havemoneyinyourGopherGOLD gophergold.umn.edu todeposit.After at aCash-to-GopherGOLDStation.Visit account online,attheUCard Office,or printing. DeposittoyourGopherGOLD before youcanuseyourUCard topayfor deposit intoyourGopherGOLDaccount libraries oncampus.You havetomakea your residence hallcomputercenter, and for printingatcomputerlabs,including Gopher GOLDistheonlywaytopay Printing withyour UCard • • •

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Join YOUR Facebook group Freshmen: U of M Class of 2025 www.facebook.com/groups/ umnclassof2025 Transfer students: U of M Transfer Students www.facebook.com/groups/ uofmtransferstudents

Social media Student Legal Service offers these social media reminders to students: Be smart when using social media. When you accept the terms of service for any • Fraud and scams: People may be subject social media site such as Facebook, Twitter, to identity theft and internet fraud through Instagram, or Snapchat you lose control over the use of social networks. Never give out your content. personal information such as your social security number, student ID number, or The Minnesota Supreme Court ruled that bank account numbers. If such information the University has the right to discipline is requested, be sure to verify the a student for inappropriate comments authenticity of the request. and postings. Here’s how you can protect • Privacy: There should be no expectation yourself: of privacy on the internet. Your private information or information you want kept • Do not post anything about yourself that private may be shared with third parties. you would not want your parents to see. • Employment: Many employers research • Become familiar with and use the privacy applicants and conduct internet settings as much as possible. But remember, background checks on prospective it may still be possible for unintended employees. If they find postings to be viewers to gain access to your post. inappropriate or improper they may • Do not post comments or photos of other decline employment. people without their permission. • Graduate school: Recruiters and • Never give out your password, Social admissions offices at many major Security number, account number, student universities and colleges will examine ID, or other personal information on the an applicant’s postings to make sure internet. the candidate meets their standards of • Don’t agree to meet strangers you have admission. contact with on the internet. • Harassment and cyber-bullying: People • Do not download copyrighted material or use social media sites to harass, insult, copy material from the internet and claim threaten, and intimidate others. it to be your own. • Remember you have the right to cancel or close your accounts at any time.

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You will have access to great health care while you are at the University of Minnesota. This section will tell you what services you can find and where. It covers wellness, exercise, and mental health, too.

“My experience at Health insurance Benefits to ensure compliance with University policies. If you do not waive the SHBP before Boynton was enjoyable All students who are 1) admitted to a degree the deadline, you will be billed and enrolled and comfortable. I felt program and 2) registered for 6 or more for the entire semester. Approved waivers at ease, respected and credits per semester (that count toward the are valid for one year. To learn more, visit automatic assessment of the Student Services shb.umn.edu. cared for. Everyone there Fee explained on page 35) are required by was kind and thoughtful, the University of Minnesota to have health International students and the Student and I really appreciated plan coverage. To satisfy this requirement, eligible students are enrolled in the Health Benefit Plan (SHBP) the professional University-sponsored Student Health Benefit All international students and their environment.” Plan (SHBP). The SHBP is a comprehensive dependents are required to purchase and health plan with no deductible through Blue enroll in the University-sponsored SHBP. Cross and Blue Shield. Learn more about the If you have health insurance through a SHBP at the Office of Student Health Benefits United States-based, employer-sponsored website: shb.umn.edu. group health plan or the University- sponsored Graduate Assistant Health Plan, How to waive the Student Health Benefit you do not have to purchase the SHBP and Plan (SHBP) are eligible to waive enrollment. To learn If you have your own health insurance and more, visit shb.umn.edu. wish to waive enrollment in the SHBP, you may do so using the online Health Coverage Taking care of U Declaration. You will need to provide the name of your insurance company, your Boynton Health is your on-campus health insurance member ID number, and your service, with clinics on the East Bank and St. insurance group number. This information will Paul campuses. be verified by the Office of Student Health

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so youwillnotpayout-of-pocket: Student ServicesFeecoverstheseservices, example, afterbillingyourinsurance,the Boynton Healthservices,sousethem.For Your StudentServicesFeesubsidizesmany and more. women’s health,nutrition,mental transgender health,physicaltherapy, to afull-servicepharmacy, dental,eye, and respect. AtBoynton,youhaveaccess a culture that supports equity, inclusion, here tohelp.We strivetocare foryouin intimidating atfirst.ButBoyntonHealthis Making yourownappointmentmightfeel • join them! with questions,forcampusresources, orto are here foryou!Reachouttothesegroups Boynton's healthpromotion studentgroups Student Wellness &Stress Management 7655 forrefills andtransfers. in theEastBankClinic.Call612-624- at theBoyntonHealthPharmacy, located consult withaknowledgeablepharmacist counter medicines and healthsupplies,or Fill prescriptions, purchase over-the- Pharmacy options • • • • • •

student life students managethestresses of de-stress—Trained students helpfellow counseling Nutrition appointments Mental health Medical visit Lab tests Annual eyeexam Allergy shots • • • • • •

X-rays Women’s clinicvisits Urgent care Primary care testing Pregnancy &STI (with copay) Physical therapy times, andlocations. boynton.umn.edu/food-pantry fordates, pantry, noproof ofneedisneeded.Visit to eat.Anystudentcanvisitthefood for studentsstrugglingtogetenough Pantry provides fresh andhealthyfood a foodshortage.TheNutritiousU experience orworryaboutexperiencing Each monthaboutoneinfourstudentswill Nutritious UPantry • • • should knowabout. a conditionyourhealthcare provider requires care oncampus,orwhohave for patientswhohaveaconditionthat Note: Thisisnotrequired, butisadvised a formordownloadatz.umn.edu/bh-hir. dental care. Call612-625-8400toobtain Information forprimary, mental health,or Authorization fortheReleaseofHealth clinic, youcancompleteandsubmitan Health. Before yourfirstvisittothe records before being seenatBoynton It isoftenhelpfultoforward yourmedical Medical records

boynton.umn.edu/services More information: campus community who wantstobeasobermemberofthe camaraderie andsupporttoanybody Recovery onCampus(ROC)—Offers explore nutrition goalsandchallenges SNAC—Peer educatorswhocanhelp questions andconcerns who canhelpfellowstudentswithhealth Health Advocates—Studentsin-residence hold, visitboynton.umn.edu/immunization-requirement. To completetheform andavoidorremove aregistration requirement bythesixthweekofsemester. hold onyourstudentaccount. You must complete this complete therequirement mayresult inaregistration TORY IMMUNIZATION to completetheStudentImmunizationForm.Failure to Minnesota lawrequires allUniversityofMinnesotastudents MAN D A B eing P OLIC H ealthy Y // LIFEAT THEUOFM// more details. your UofMemailfor fall semester. Watch clinics duringthe sponsored flushot the BoyntonHealth- flu shotatoneof You qualifyforafree FREE FLU SHOT 612-625-7900 a week,24hoursday. are answered sevendays Health’s NurseLine.Calls for you?CallBoynton or whichclinicisright if youshouldseeadoctor Feeling sickbutnotsure Anytime! the Nurse Line, or Concerns? Call Health Questions

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I'M STRUGGLING OR MY FRIEND IS STRUGGLING - WHAT ARE MY OPTIONS?

It’s important to actively attend to your mental, behavioral, emotional, and spiritual health and wellbeing during college. It is completely normal to struggle at times. In fact, learning to face these struggles and work through them often turns out to be a very valuable life skill. The resources below include suggestions for optimizing your wellbeing, many key offices that can support you, and what to do if you feel that you need some urgent or emergency support. Also, know that you can reach out for support to a Community Advisor in the residence halls, your academic advisor, Care Managers (see page 52), or another trusted University staff member—you don’t have to do this alone.

Enjoy time outdoors Let’s Talk Take a social media break

Group fitness classes at Connect with RecWell a friend (page 53)

de-stress Sign up for one-on-one intramural sports Stress Check Ins at RecWell (page 54) PRIORITIZE Eat a Get 8 hours YOUR balanced of sleep meal WELLBEING Learn to Live

SASS Academic Coaching (page 82) Join a Schedule time Pet Away Worry student to connect with & Stress (PAWS) group Break up studying loved ones (page 58) to refocus and stay productive YOU@UMN Use the Caring for your wellbeing during any YOU@UMN adjustment or time of increased stress is App essential. YOU@UMN is available online 24/7 to provide tips and resources on everything from stress and finances to academics and social connection.

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mentalhealth.umn.edu counseling atBoynton Counseling Services Health andStudent Drop-in urgent (page 52) Advocacy and helpline forvictim-survivors Center for Education Student Counseling (page 30) Aurora Academic Success Aurora Center24/7 (page 52) Services (page 83) Services Student (page 30) Critical Care Emergency/ Support University of Minnesota 612-624-COPS (2677) non-emergency line (page 48) Boynton Police Department Health Support LE Text theUof Mcrisisline NEXT CALL (612) 301-4673 OR TEXT "UMN"TO 61222 24 hours/7 days/week V EL Resource Center (page 52) Disability (page 79) Managers OSA Care (page 52) Call 9-1-1 Academic Advisor Your B eing H ealthy // LIFEAT THEUOFM// at theUniversity. navigate yourpathofwellbeing these resources are helpfulasyou in crisistoseekhelp.We hope don’t waittofeellikeyouare that youare struggling,please (and encouraged)!Ifyounotice different ways—and thatisokay pursue healthandwellbeingin recognizes thatdifferent students We utilizeaholisticapproach that REGENTS MEETING PRESIDENT GABELAT ABOARDOF clinical services.” do notnecessarilyrequire support tostudentsthat many waystoprovide “It isclearthatthere are Minnesota Cities Twin at of theUniversity Health andWellbeing Scholar Services International International Student & (page 82)

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Mental health services How to get help Mental health and emotional well being Boynton Health’s Mental Health Clinic and CRISIS can significantly influence your academic Student Counseling Services (SCS) provide LINE performance, interpersonal relationships, high-quality mental health services for and progress toward graduation and other students and are staffed by experienced, Counselors are academic and professional goals. qualified professionals. Boynton is open to full-time, degree-seeking students who pay available 24/7 Professionals on campus can help you with the mandatory Student Services Fee and Call 612-301-4673 or issues related to: graduate assistants who are enrolled in the text UMN to 61222 • mood (stress, anger, depression, anxiety) Graduate Assistant Health Plan. SCS services are available to all degree seeking students • life changes (loss, relationship issues, who are enrolled during the period of time transition) they are seeking services. • academics (motivation, procrastination, learning issues, academic probation) While both offices offer individual and group psychotherapy services, Boynton provides • career (choosing/changing majors, job psychiatric evaluation and medication confusion or uncertainty) management. SCS also offers academic The University offers a number of services coaching and study skills courses. to help you with many types of mental health challenges. Counseling services are Students, staff, faculty, and parents are available at Boynton Health’s Mental Health encouraged to contact the Office for Student Clinic and Student Counseling Services Affairs (OSA) Behavioral Consultation Team/ (SCS). In addition, students with psychiatric Care Program if they have strong concerns disabilities can receive support and about the behavior or actions of a U of M assistance at the Disability Resource Center. student. If you think a student may be at risk Boynton and SCS also offer a number of of harming themselves or others, we welcome different therapy and support groups to you to share your concerns by making an assist students in managing their concerns. online referral at care.umn.edu or by calling 612-626-3030. The referral will be reviewed The Office for Student Affairs (OSA) Care by the OSA Care Managers. Program staff provides support through individualized coordinated assistance and If you currently receive professional mental resource referrals for students related to health assistance and would like to continue stress management, illness, mental health on campus, contact Boynton Mental Health conditions, well-being concerns, personal (612-624-1444) or Student Counseling emergencies, and/or other unexpected Services (612-624-3323) to facilitate a challenges. successful transition.

Individual Group Same Day Psychiatry Services Specialty Services Specialty Groups Fees / Payment Appointments Counseling Urgent (medication treatment Counseling & management) BMHC Yes Yes Yes Yes Substance Use Assessment; Eating LGBTQI Have health Disorder Referral Connections, anxiety, insurance + pay the mindfulness, PTSD Student Services fee SCS Yes Yes Yes No Career counseling; Academic Educational Free (students counseling; SASS workshops, Affinity actively enrolled in spaces, and a degree- seeking Counseling Groups program) OSA Care Yes No No No Short-term coordinated No Free Managers assistance and resource referrals for academic support, well-being concerns, and basic needs; Consultations with faculty/staff and students related to health and safety concerns.

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You canread aboutthembelow. Lookfor There are workoutfacilitiesallovercampus. Bank campus. recreation andwellnessfacilityontheEast of theRecreation andWellness Center—a the year. Andtheyare theproud caretakers stay motivatedandphysicallyactiveduring provides programs andservicestohelpyou wellness centers.Recreation andWellness wellness, theythinkoftherecreation and When mostpeopleoncampusthinkof Wellness • • • interactive trainingtoolthatprovides: and classmates,theUniversitycreated an health issues.To assistyouinhelpingfriends anxiety, alcoholmisuse,orothermental other maybedealingwithdepression, friend, classmate,roommate, orsignificant While attheUniversityitispossiblethata Helping afriend www.mentalhealth.umn.edu. the StudentMentalHealthwebsite: confidential servicesavailableoncampusat others aswellthebroad rangeof You canlearnmore abouthowtoassist

resources information aboutappropriate campus concerns andidentifypotentialsolutions with peerstobetterunderstandtheir strategies forengaginginconversations health concerns information tohelpyouidentifymental up anddrop off rented outdoorequipment. from aloadingdocksoyoucaneasilypick an entrancetotheoutdoorrental center square feetofclimbingsurface.There isalso up to33feetinheightwithover3,200 The facilityfeatures aclimbingwallspanning Climbing wallandoutdoorrental center 25,000 square feet. on theMinneapoliscampustomore than bringing thetotalfitnessspaceavailable cardiovascular andstretching spaces, cycling center, andseveraladditional and strength trainingequipment,anindoor four levelsofstate-of-the-artcardiovascular Recreation andWellness Centerprovides In additiontotheexistingfitnesscenters, Fitness center resources atwww.dining.umn.edu. 21) andhaslinkstohealthwellness a dietitianonstaff (seedetailsonpage for youroverallgoodhealth.MDininghas Don’t forget theimportanceofgoodeating information onthosethings,too. than liftingweights.Thissectionincludes Maybe youprefer walkingorbikingrather individual personaltrainingsession. fitness classorsignupforagroup or healthy: You canparticipateinagroup There are somanyoptionstostay recwell.umn.edu. and related wellnessinformationat facility hours,group fitnessclassschedules, for more information. replacement sharetheair.umn.edu therapyoptions. Visit as wellprescription medication andnicotine resources includingnicotinedependence counseling Need helpquitting?TheUniversity offers avarietyof sharetheair.umn.edu. facilities, buildings,andgrounds. To learnmore, visit smoke- andtobacco-free, whichincludesallUniversity members. Becauseweallshare theair, theUniversityis the healthandwellbeingofallcampuscommunity The UniversityofMinnesotaiscommittedtoprotecting Smoke- andTobacco-free Campus B eing H ealthy // LIFEAT THEUOFM//

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Multipurpose rooms sports activities during colder months. Seven different rooms are utilized for Outdoor activity space at the U of M group fitness classes, special events, includes four field spaces: the Minneapolis sport club practices, informational fairs, Recreational Sports Fields, West Bank banquets, presentations, and more. Fields, St. Paul Tennis Courts, and St. Paul These spaces are available for rental by Recreational Sports Fields. students and student organizations. Visit recwell.umn.edu/reservations for more Work out—and play sports—on campus information. All U of M students registered for six or more credits have an automatic Indoor track membership with Recreation and There is a 1/9-mile suspended track for Wellness. Check in with your U Card or the running and walking with great exterior Biometric Hand Scanner to any of these views of the campus and interior views of locations: the Recreation and Wellness the activity spaces below. Center, St. Paul Gymnasium, or RecWell Sports Field Complex. Additional fitness facilities The St. Paul Gymnasium has state-of-the- Join a team art cardio and strength training equipment, The intramural program is a great way to handball/racquetball/squash courts, a engage in friendly competition. You can gymnasium, multiple fitness studios, a compete in individual, partner, or team shallow water pool, a climbing/bouldering events in a wide range of sports including wall, a suspended track, locker rooms, an basketball, volleyball, soccer, softball, and equipment room, and lounge spaces. kickball. Opportunities include leagues and The Aquatic Center features a 50-meter special events such as tournaments (that competition pool and adjacent diving well. don’t require a full season commitment). The Fieldhouse features a six-lane, RecWell provides premier venues for 200-meter indoor track and four basketball competitive court sports. The Recreation courts (or 1 soccer field). and Wellness Center and the St. Paul Gym feature several state-of-the-art court facilities, Cooke Hall has three volleyball courts (or and the Court Sports program provides five badminton courts), a fitness studio, and varied opportunities for recreational and two pools for lap swimming and instructional competitive court sports enthusiasts. courses. The RecWell Sports Field Complex provides More information: space for recreational and competitive recwell.umn.edu/intramurals

REQUIRED ONLINE MODULES As you begin your college career, the U of M wants to empower you to be a healthy and successful student. Making healthy decisions throughout your college career will be an important part of your success. To promote your health and academic success, you are required to complete two online education modules: AlcoholEdu for College (see page 55) and Sexual Assault Prevention for Undergraduates (see page 31). These modules will help prepare you to make well-informed decisions about issues that affect you during college and beyond. You will receive information in your U of M email account about these online modules in August, and your completion of the modules will be documented.

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page 26. Read more aboutbikingoncampus are alsosoldseparately. helmet andheadlightsetfor$34.95.Items Pharmacy. ShowyourUCard topurchase a lights, andlocks—atBoyntonHealth Get low-costbikesafetygear—helmets, Be Safe,Seen there are plentyofplacestoparkyourbike. 433 secure bikeparkingspacesoncampus, 9,500bikeracksand from pointAtoB.With around campus,there isalwaysawaytoget dozensofbikepathsandlanes toand With Biking Here are some health-relatedHere aresome reminders: ■ ■ ■ about your health needs. Familiarize yourself with the resources inthissection soyou can be proactive mental health services arranged. prescriptions transferred, your medicalrecords sent to Boynton Health, or If necessary, make arrangements before coming to campusto have your Please share thishealth insurance information withyour family. the UniversityBikeCenter. that foryou.To signup,bringyourbiketo technology pioneered attheUofMdoes have torecord yourbikingdata—the riding! Onceyouare signedup,youdon't Students canreceive giftcards justfor RFID systemwithtagsinstalledonbikes. The free ZAPprogram isaninnovative Zap Me! More information:z.umn.edu/gopherzap B eing H ealthy // LIFEAT THEUOFM// courses. about therequired online See page54tolearnmore about alcoholandcollegelife. increasing yourawareness ways tosupportothers,and information, helpingyoulearn important alcohol-related alcohol byteachingyou negative consequencesof is designedtoreduce the AlcoholEdu forCollege for College™ AlcoholEdu

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55 Being Healthy Getting Involved It’s easy with more than 900 student groups.

Here are seven simple ways to get involved and make the most of your college experience.

Learning Abroad & Away engage.umn.edu/learning-abroad-away

Student Groups engage.umn.edu/student-groups Employment engage.umn.edu/employment

Volunteering engage.umn.edu/volunteering

Research engage.umn.edu/research

Leadership engage.umn.edu/leadership Internships engage.umn.edu/internships

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new interests andexperiences. successful career, andexplore andpursue help ensure you are equippedtopursuea meet newpeople,developrelationships, allow youtogainnewknowledgeandskills, to youreducation.Gettinginvolvedwill engagement opportunitiesaddreal value U ofMstrongly believesthatthesetypesof place tovolunteerinthecommunity. The You mayjoinastudentgroup orfindagreat number ofwaystheUMsupportsyourgrowth anddevelopment. advantage ofopportunitiesoutsidetheclassroom. Thissectionwillhighlighta (a StudentLearningOutcome).You’ll learnthesethings—andmore—by taking (a StudentDevelopmentOutcome)andtoacquire skillsforeffective citizenship Being opentonewideasandexperiencesallowsyouappreciate differences G 15 52 etting Involvedetting 

Health andWellness 134 Educational Academic and 389 Departmental Boards Governing Bodies and 19 (academic/professional) Fraternities/Sororities Fraternities/Sororities Special Interest andHobby 137

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Why student groups? Fraternity and Sorority Life Student groups are a co-curricular Fraternity and Sorority Life provides opportunity for students to enhance their engagement opportunities for more than sense of belonging on campus, explore new 3,000 students in one of 60 fraternities or ideas and interests, and develop skills that sororities, governed by one of four student- will stay with them beyond college. led councils. Honoring more than 140 years of tradition, members post higher Student Groups: graduation rates than non-members and • build community and belonging on outperform the all men’s and women’s EXPLORE U campus GPA. Greek students engage in leadership and involvement in student government, As part of Welcome Week, • allow students to take their academic Welcome Week, Orientation, and hundreds all new freshmen and transfer experiences and knowledge outside the of student organizations on campus. Data students are invited to classroom shows that these students are more satisfied experience Explore U on • foster lifelong friendships and human with their collegiate experience than Saturday, September 4. You connections non-Greeks, more willing to engage in the will be able to interact with • develop critical leadership competencies classroom, and feel like they have been able more than 250 student groups and career skills to find a home away from home. to learn about engagement opportunities. There will be • serve the local and global community Women who wish to join a Panhellenic (PHC) more than 70 local vendors • act as a platform to explore hobbies and sorority participate in a formal recruitment with sample products and passions process that starts at the beginning of the information about services. school year (late August/early September). Find Your Community On Campus To participate, you must register online. Registration closes prior to recruitment Student groups are an integral part of the beginning. During formal recruitment, you U of M. With over 1,000 student groups on will visit with every chapter and meet women campus, find one that fits your interests or from each organization. discover something new. If there’s a group that’s missing, any student can start one and To register or to learn more about the build a new community on campus. U of M’s PHC sorority community, click on “Recruitment” at www.begreekUMN.org. More information: gopherlink.umn.edu Men who wish to join an Interfraternity

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or nationalwebsites. information canbefoundon chapter’s local throughout theyear, andspecificchapter fundraising andeducational efforts a connectiontowhichtheyutilize their and prevention. Eachorganization has efforts todomesticviolenceeducation donations tostudyhelp,voterregistration Their involvementrangesfrom monetary services topeopleandplacesinneed. in order toraisefunds,goods,orprovide with localandnationalnon-profit groups the campus.Manychaptersalsopartner TAs throughout multiplecollegesacross they serveasCommunityAssistants,and roles intheMinnesotaStudentAssociation, community byholdingdifferent leadership They servetheUniversityofMinnesota involved asplannersandparticipants. which theGreek communityisactively Homecoming isonecampustraditionin variety ofcampusandcommunityprograms. The Greek communityparticipatesina friendships thatlastalifetime. your entire campuscommunity, andbuild to engageincampustraditions, life provides uniqueopportunitiesforyou website undertheirrespective pages.Greek at fsl.umn.edu,orontheBeGreekUMN.org be foundbyclickingon“OurCommunity” their recruitment andintakeprocesses can information abouteachorganization and contact theorganizations directly. More fraternity orsorority are encouragedto National Pan-HellenicCouncil(NPHC) a MulticulturalGreek Council(MGC)or semester. Studentsinterested injoining Greet duringthefirstfewweeksoffall attend theMulticulturalGreek Meetand culturally-based fraternityorsorority can Men orwomeninterested injoininga www.begreekUMN.org. fraternity, visitthe“Recruitment”pageat For more information aboutjoininganIFC barbecues andon-campusprogramming. process thatincludesvariouseventssuchas process, mencanparticipateinaninformal choose. Attheconclusionofformal with asmanydifferent organizations asthey a formalprocess thatenablesmentovisit two typesofrecruitment eachfall.There is Council (IFC)fraternitycanparticipatein housing.umn.edu/community/get-involved identity, andmuchmore. Learnmore at study groups, communityservice,social fitness, sports,TV, videogames,crafting, a group aboutpretty muchanything— Housing paysforit.Studentscancreate building. Studentssupplytheideas. buy thesupplies?Startagroup inyour for it?HostaPinterest partybutnot want tomakeafancymealbutnotpay common interests. Lovetocookand groups toconnectwithpeersaround housing communitycancreate theirown Students livingineachon-campus Housing &Residential Life Groups “About Us”atfsl.umn.edu. councils plan,clickon“Programs” under To learnaboutthevariousevents Welcome Week. ahead. Applicationsare availablebeginning and direction fortheirleadershipjourneys expand self-awareness, andgainexcitement build lastingfriendshipswithotherleaders, and otherhands-onactivities,participants a weekendretreat, mentoringexperiences, spring semester. Through weeklymeetings, in theprogram thattakesplaceduringthe 25 to30studentsare selectedtoparticipate means toyouandhowlead?Eachfall, Are youlookingtoexplore whatleadership interested inbeinganon-campusleader? specifically forincomingfreshmen. Are you co-curricular leadershipprogram designed First-Year LeadershipInstituteisaselective, First-Year Leadership Institute www.begreekUMN.org www.fsl.umn.edu More information: z.umn.edu/leadfyli More information: G etting I n v . ol v e d // LIFEAT THEUOFM//

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Intramural sports nationally against teams from other colleges and universities. The Intramural program provides opportunities for energetic recreational More information: competition and social interaction around recwell.umn.edu/sportclubs campus. Individual and team participation is available in a wide variety of sports. Men’s, women’s, co-recreational, recreational, and Gender and Sexuality Center for Queer open leagues are all available. Registration and Trans Life (GSC) takes place during the first week of the fall and spring semesters. GSC is the University of Minnesota’s LGBTQIA+ campus resource center. We • Basketball • Ultimate Frisbee Need a Job? coordinate programs, services, and resources • Broomball • Volleyball that uplift intersectional LGBTQIA+ realities Intramurals hire hundreds of • Dodgeball • E-Sports and lived experiences. officials every year if you are interested in an on-campus • Flag football • Cornhole Visit the Student Lounge in 40 Appleby Hall, job. See page 40. • Ice hockey/ • Badminton a space for you to be authentic while taking Floor hockey • Tennis care of your needs, whether it be taking a break, studying, socializing, or eating lunch. • Soccer • Spikeball While you’re there, connect with the friendly • Softball staff who are ready to meet and support you! More information: We also offer an array of programs for recwell.umn.edu/intramurals the campus Queer and Trans community. Highlights include:

Sport clubs • Student Leadership Retreat, Trans and Gender Non-Conforming Discussion Sport Clubs offer a wide variety of sports Series, Lavender Celebration, and more! including Aikido, water polo, fencing, and rugby for both competitive and recreational • Tongues Untied program—program series athletes. Clubs are open to all students. by and for LGBTQIA+ people of color No experience is required for some clubs. • International LGBTQ+ program—engages Instruction is available in a number of and supports LGBTQIA+ international sports, such as martial arts and ballroom students dancing. Two-thirds of Sport Clubs compete More information: gsc.umn.edu

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Places to gather Northrop Student Unions Located at the heart of campus, Northrop is a renowned performing arts center hosting On top of the great events, involvement guest speakers, comedians, music concerts, opportunities, support, and leadership roles, dance performances, film screenings, don’t forget about the unions themselves. activities fairs, graduations, and more. There are three: Coffman Memorial Union, Students receive special discounts, rush St. Paul Student Center, and the West Bank tickets, and sometimes free access to many Skyway. Nicknamed, “the living rooms on events. With six study lounges, Surdyk’s campus,” the unions are a great one-stop Café, and a free art gallery, Northrop is a shop for a ton of services. space for students to gather to create, study, • Hungry? There are many options from explore, experience something new, and a food court and convenience stores to make memories. Starbucks and other sandwich shops. sua.umn.edu/visit/locations More information: northrop.umn.edu • Have questions? The Information Desks offer a complete selection of brochures Religious and Spiritual Life and campus maps, bus passes, and discount tickets to local attractions. Students at the U of M will find a variety of sua.umn.edu/info religiously affiliated student organizations. Almost 70 student groups and many off- • Looking for something to do between campus organizations make up the large classes? Grab a snack, go bowling, or play variety of traditions (including non-belief) video games at Goldy’s Gameroom in on and around campus. Students are Coffman Union. Or, stop by Gopher Spot encouraged to be curious about their own in the St. Paul Student Center to play pool beliefs or nonbeliefs and respectful toward or bowl. sua.umn.edu/visit/locations people with beliefs different than their own. • This is where you will find great services Students should feel supported and safe in and conveniently located offices such their engagement in these organizations. as U Card office, Technology Help, The student groups include a wide variety United States Postal Service, Printing of theological beliefs, practices, and Services, ATMs, national banks, Student activities. The Interfaith Campus Coalition Activities, U of M Bookstores, and (www.umninterfaith.org) works to promote the Hennepin County Service Center. understanding and acceptance of diverse sua.umn.edu/visit/locations faith practices in the campus setting. Students interested should visit Commuter Connection gopherlink.umn.edu and look under the Commuter Connection supports U of M category “Religiously Affiliated.” students who travel to campus. Whether Student Unions & Activities provides you are looking for someone to share gas spaces for bible studies, meditation, rituals, and parking expenses, want to get advice ceremonies, and prayer to registered on better routes to campus, or want to find student groups. To reserve a space, visit ways to get involved on campus, Commuter sua.umn.edu/reservations. Connection can help. The group’s space in 204 Coffman Union is a place to lounge, nap, study, eat, and connect with other students.

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For more than 120 years, the Golden Gophers have been competing in the Big Ten Conference and have won 29 national and 207 regular season conference championships.

64 // // LIFE AT THE U OF M // Getting Involved Be part of the Gopher Athletics legacy! All it requires is your pride, spirit, and enthusiasm for Gopher Athletics and University of Minnesota traditions! Here are a few to get you started:

Minnesota Rouser (fight song) Minnesota, hats off to thee! To thy colors true we shall ever be. Firm and strong, united are we. Rah! Rah! Rah! for Ski-U-Mah. Rah! Rah! Rah! Rah! Rah! for the U of M. Learn the words to all of the school songs, M-I-N-N-E-S-O-T-A! including Minnesota March, Go Gopher Victory, Minnesota, Minnesota! Our Minnesota, Minnesota Fight, and Hail! Yay, Gophers! RAH! Minnesota at z.umn.edu/umnschoolsongs.

Join the Ski-U-Crew! Become a part of the Ski-U-Crew, home of the official student sections for Gopher Football, Basketball, and Hockey. Membership in the Ski-U-Crew is free to all U of M students and will provide access to exclusive fan events, swag, and unforgettable game day experiences.

Find more information at skiucrew.umn.edu. Follow the Ski-U-Crew on Instagram and Twitter @skiucrewumn.

Goldy: Goldy began his mascot career in the 1940s. Throughout the ’60s and ’70s, the Goldy Gopher mascot evolved into a more modern cartoon character—from cute to fierce, to one that now exudes a kind of cheerful confidence. Goldy appears at sporting events and other school functions and even has his own hangout in front of Coffman Memorial Union.

Maroon and Gold: Golden Gophers: Ski-U-Mah: The color combination that has Minnesota’s nickname is the Gopher The uniquely Minnesota battle cry, Ski-U- been the official colors of the U of M State and has been since 1857. The Mah (pronounced SKY-YOU-MAH) dates since the 1870s was selected by Mrs. University adopted the nickname for back to the 1880s when two Minnesota Augusta Norwood Smith who received its football team in the 1920s, and rugby players are said to have heard the assignment from University legendary broadcaster Halsey Hall “Ski!” yelled out during a canoe race and President William Watts Folwell coined the term “Golden Gophers” in modified the word to become a cheer for because she was, in his opinion, the 1930s, a reference to the team’s their own team. “a woman of excellent taste.” gold-colored jerseys and pants.

Getting Involved // LIFE AT THE U OF M // // 65 Getting Involved

Homecoming and Spring JamTM: Get involved Founded in 1914, Homecoming is a week in the fall dedicated to school spirit and a celebration of the entire University community. It’s a great celebration that brings the campus together with events highlighting school spirit and the campus community, blood drives, a comedy show, a concert, and of course the Homecoming parade and football game. Each year, the University of Minnesota Alumni Association welcomes back alumni to share in the excitement of Homecoming. The Alumni Association takes an active role in helping plan homecoming activities and connecting alumni back to the University during this fun-filled week including hosting the celebration at which the Homecoming Royals are crowned.

To get involved or to check out event details, visit homecoming.umn.edu.

Spring JamTM music festival happens in late April and creates an atmosphere of unity through music. This event is meant to celebrate University students, the University community, the change of seasons, and the end of the school year. Enjoy live music, good food, carnival rides, and interactive activities. It is the largest student-planned, campus-wide event during spring semester. Between the multi-genre concert lineup and interactive activities, there’s something for everyone at Spring Jam.

Find out how to get involved or check the schedule at springjam.umn.edu.

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Gopher Student Sports Pass Visit gophersports.com/students for full details and information on: All students will need a Gopher Student Sports Pass on a smart phone device to • Purchasing student tickets and guest tickets for non-U of M students access their student tickets or to receive free • Managing your online account for digital tickets admission to Gopher Athletic events (depending on the sport). Visit • Special offers and discounts gophersports.com/students to create an Make sure you create your online account to account to access your Gopher Student take advantage of all the events available to Sports Pass. you at the U of M!

Gopher Athletics Events and activities Student Tickets Student Unions & Activities’ Student Student tickets are Events and Entertainment team plans free available for purchase at or low-cost events Wednesday - Saturday the Orientation Resource nights at Coffman Union and the St. Paul Fair, the 3M Arena at Mariucci Ticket Office, Student Center. Students can enjoy new as well as online for football, men’s films, concerts, performances, comedy acts, basketball, and men’s hockey. All other bowling, trivia, bingo, and other great events. athletic events for other Gopher programs are free to attend. Plan your weekends at sua.umn.edu/events.

Bookstores Show your U of M spirit by wearing maroon and gold on campus with help from the U of M Bookstores. The Bookstores have a huge selection of Gopher fashions and novelties for fans of all ages. Find your campus style at the U of M Bookstores at Coffman Union, the St. Paul Student Center, or online at bookstores.umn.edu.

Getting Involved // LIFE AT THE U OF M // // 67 LEARNING AT THE U OF M In order to succeed academically in college, you need to apply and build upon the skills and habits that helped you succeed in the past. In college, as in life, you must define what success means to you. Asking questions, cultivating creativity, and exercising self-discipline will help you meet and exceed your expectations.

Even in your academics, there will be lessons to learn A good portion of this section is a guide to the many outside the classroom. For some students, managing their resources on campus—people, places, courses, and time and adapting to the new expectations of studying for services—in place to help you. The number of resources college courses can be stressful. High school and college are available should be a clear indication that everyone at the different! There are many resources—and specific courses, University wants you to succeed. even—to help students with these challenges, and you will Familiarize yourself with the following information now so that learn about them here. you know where to go for help when you need it. Read through the following section for a clear understanding of what will be expected of you academically. You will learn what to expect from the University, too.

The University’s Expectations ...... 69 Academic Support Team ...... 80 Understanding the Curriculum ...... 70 Academic Success Centers ...... 83 Tracking and Planning Degree Progress ... 72 Major Exploration and Career Planning .... 86 Registration Tools ...... 74 Courses Just for New Students ...... 89 Classroom Expectations ...... 76 Courses for Ongoing Academic Success ... 90

68 // // LEARNING AT THE U OF M The University’s Expectations

Academic integrity and caliber Student conduct of work The University of Minnesota Student Promoting academic achievement and Conduct Code (SCC) establishes academic integrity is everyone’s responsibility. You are and behavioral standards for students.

expected to read your syllabus (a course As a student, you are responsible to the outline or description), attend class regularly, academic community of the University as participate in class discussions, and ask well as the broader community of which you questions. Faculty members are expected to are a part. set clear guidelines, give honest feedback, The SCC applies both on and off campus. and uphold standards. Remember that as a student you represent

Achieving a degree from the University of the University of Minnesota wherever you go THE U OF M LEARNING AT Minnesota is a prestigious accomplishment. and in whatever you do. It signifies that you have met all of the The Office for Community Standards requirements and learned the body of administers the student disciplinary process knowledge necessary for the discipline you using educational and developmental choose. The value of your degree is greatly strategies. If you violate the SCC, you will diminished when grades are not achieved likely meet with someone from this office. honestly. You can find the Student Conduct Code online at z.umn.edu/scc.

LEARNING AT THE U OF M // // 69 Understanding the Curriculum

The University of Minnesota is one of the nation’s top public research universities, and it is also a member of the esteemed Association of American Universities. This means your college experience will be enhanced by award-winning faculty, state-of-the-art learning facilities, more than 150 majors, and thousands of challenging courses. As an undergraduate student, your Creating a balanced curriculum coursework (or curriculum) is comprised of two parts: major requirement courses You are expected to take a combination of and liberal education requirement courses. major requirements and liberal education While individual coursework will vary by courses throughout your academic major, these two components make up the journey, as this provides students the best curriculum for every undergraduate student opportunity for academic balance and on campus. success. This means you should take liberal education courses throughout your college career and not rush to complete them early Major requirement courses in your academic program. Courses that fall under this requirement are specific to your individual major or program Additional curriculum of study. These courses give you detailed knowledge in major-specific subjects that requirements are required for you to be successful in your As an undergraduate student, the U of M future career. Often, these courses will give curriculum also requires you to do the you foundational understanding of concepts, following: terms, and processes that are tailored to • Complete a minimum of 120 credits in the field(s) of study associated with your order to graduate. particular academic college and major. • Maintain above a 2.0 cumulative grade- point average (GPA). Liberal education requirement There are several other requirements related courses to graduation that may be specific to your Liberal education courses invite students to academic college. For example, CLA students investigate the world from new perspectives, completing a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor learn new ways of thinking, and grow of Individualized Studies must complete as lifelong learners who will be active the second language requirement. Carlson participants in their communities. Often School of Management students are required called “lib eds,” these courses are organized to complete an international experience into categories: cores (arts and humanities, before they graduate. Please discuss college- biological sciences, historical perspectives, specific requirements with your academic literature, social sciences, mathematical advisor during your first semester in order to thinking, and physical sciences) and themes plan the best possible route to graduation. (civic life and ethics; the environment; global Your advisor will be an invaluable resource, perspectives; race, power, and justice; abd but you must take responsibility for your technology and society). Liberal education education, actions, and decisions. Familiarize courses provide opportunities for students yourself with program requirements, to explore areas of interest outside their deadlines, and college policies, and come major. Taking these courses shows future prepared to your advising appointments employers and graduate schools that you with your questions and concerns. You will have the ability to think critically, develop read more about advising in this section. social and communication skills, solve problems, and advance diversity and equity All major and minor requirements are in your life and work. outlined in the University Catalog.

Find more information at catalogs.umn.edu/twin-cities-programs

70 // // LEARNING AT THE U OF M // Uannderst ding the Curriculum Courses/credits circumstances), but you must get prior approval to take fewer than 13 credits. Information on

Each course taken at the University of how to submit the online 13-Credit Exemption urriculum Minnesota is assigned a credit value. Credits is available at the One Stop website: C are awarded on a semester-hour basis, z.umn.edu/creditexemptionrequest. representing how many hours a week a the

The 13-Credit Exemption request will be student must attend the course and the reviewed by your college advising office and amount of work outside class necessary to

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you are in class, you should average three Grades and grade point average d hours a week in additional preparation n Every course you take for graded credit at U an outside class—studying and completing the U of M will be assigned a letter grade. homework or papers.) The number of credits These grades indicate a scale of quality you take each semester is known as your from excellent to failure, ranging from A to credit load. F. Each letter grade also has a grade value The U of M requires students to register on a 4.0 scale, with an A assigned 4 points, a for a minimum of 13 credits each semester B assigned 3 points, a C assigned 2 points, to be considered a full-time student. a D assigned 1 point, and an F assigned Because any credits above 13 are free, many 0 points. Each student has a cumulative GRADES AND grade point average (GPA)—a numerical students take 14 to 18 credits each semester TRANSCRIPTS (depending upon their degree program). average of all the graded courses taken at You will need to take an average of 15 the University of Minnesota. In general, to Grades can be found on credits each semester to graduate in four be in good academic standing, you need to the Academics tab of MyU years. Students receiving financial aid from maintain a 2.0 average or above. (myu.umn.edu). the Minnesota State Grant will receive the Some colleges have additional college- You can also view your maximum award at 15 credits. specific GPAs. You and your academic unofficial transcript There are exceptions to the 13-credit advisor will discuss the importance of these or order an official requirement (work, family, health, or other life GPAs, if it applies to you. transcript here.

Uannderst ding the Curriculum // LEARNING AT THE U OF M // // 71 Tracking and Planning Degree Progress

Academic Progress Audit System (APAS) The APAS report, or degree audit, reflects your progress toward Transfer credit report completion of an undergraduate degree in your declared or proposed The transfer credit report is prepared by major. The APAS report shows how your U of M courses—including the Office of Admissions. This electronic courses in progress—and transfer courses (if applicable) apply to your document shows how college-level degree requirements. It is important to become familiar with APAS coursework you have completed at other in your first semester, and it should be used as a tool to assist you institutions transfers to the U of M to fulfill each semester in planning your coursework. Your academic advisor is liberal education and major requirements. a great resource to learn more about your APAS. Additionally, learn The information on your report will be more about APAS on the One Stop website used by you and your advisor during (onestop.umn.edu/academics/apas). Orientation to determine which degree Do you have questions regarding how your previous credits have program requirements you have met and transferred to the U of M? Check your APAS report or visit Transferology which ones you still need to complete. You (z.umn.edu/UMNTransferology) to see how your transfer courses have will receive transfer credit report updates been evaluated. The Office of Admissions reviews transfer courses each time new transfer course information for general transferability to the U of M and for liberal education is recorded on your official student record. requirements, while academic departments review transfer courses for If you have questions about your report, use in a specific major or minor. If needed, you can submit a new course visit z.umn.edu/transferreport. for academic department review. For more information on submitting a course for review, visit z.umn.edu/creditevaluation.

Getting credit for college-level coursework There are several ways to receive academic credit for non- attended are similar in level and content to courses offered collegiate learning experiences. You may receive credit on the Twin Cities campus. Any Post-Secondary Enrollment by earning satisfactory scores on one of the standardized Option (PSEO) coursework that you have completed at other national exams such as the Advanced Placement (AP) colleges or universities would be included on the transfer program, the International Baccalaureate (IB) program, or credit report. Any PSEO coursework you completed at the the College Level Examination Program (CLEP). You can also University of Minnesota will be included on your Academic receive credit for College in the Schools (CIS) courses offered Progress Audit System (APAS) report. by accredited colleges and universities. If you were in the If you have questions about how your pre-college credit will armed services and received training or attended school, you apply to your undergraduate degree, ask your advisor during will receive credit only if the courses taught in the school you Orientation or visit the Admissions website z.umn.edu/cww.

Graduation Planner is an interactive planning tool for University of Minnesota students.

Use Graduation Planner to: • explore the requirements for majors and minors. • discover what courses you need to take, and when you should take them. • make a plan that will help you stay on track for four-year graduation. Your advisor will be able to review and comment on the plans you create. Be sure to work with your advisor as you plan for your degree. Some majors or programs have application procedures or special requirements. Your advisor is the best source for this information. Visit plan.umn.edu

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The Degree Progress tab in MyU The Degree Progress tab displays your rogre degree program in a bar graph. You can Have multiple degrees? P hover over the segments of the graph If you are pursuing multiple degree programs (e.g. BA and BS), check your progress in each by using the drop down menu at the top of the page. (earned credits, in-progress credits, and, if applicable, credits short of the Have multiple majors?

If you are pursuing more than one major in a single degree program (e.g. BA in History and a second major in Degree

benchmark) to see the number of credits Psychology) this chart will only show your progress in your primary major. For more detailed information on and the percentage calculation. This your progress in second majors, minors, or certificates, check your APAS report. same information is also found in the Degree Progress Details section below.

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Additional links to resources and tools.

For additional help, please contact [email protected]

Tracking and Planning Degree Progress // LEARNING AT THE U OF M // // 73 Registration Tools

Registration for your first semester takes place during Orientation. For future terms, you will register using the “Academics” tab of myu.umn.edu. Your registration appointment time indicates when you can begin to register. You can find your appointment time by visiting “MyU: Academics: When to register” approximately two weeks prior to the start of registration. Talk to your academic advisor each semester and use the how-to guides found on the One Stop website to assist with registration.

Register for classes An example is a hold that will prevent you from registering for classes until you The primary tool for registering for classes have completed your college’s orientation is Schedule Builder, but there are a variety requirement. If you have a question about a of resources and tools available to help you registration hold and how to resolve it, you prepare and register for classes. can start by asking your college’s advising office. They will either assist you in resolving More information: the hold, or direct you to the office that can. z.umn.edu/ClassSearchResources NAMECOACH You can also find out more about a particular NameCoach is a name hold by clicking on it in MyU. recording tool that helps to make name pronunciation Your student record easier. The tool is available Your student record includes your courses, Dates and deadlines to students and faculty in grades, major and minor, degrees, and Stay current with important academic Canvas, the University’s other academic-related information. Visit dates and deadlines including term start/ learning management myu.umn.edu to review your record and end dates, cancel/add deadlines, billing system. With NameCoach, grant parent or guest access. due dates, and holidays by checking the you can record your name academic calendar at z.umn.edu/calendars. for others to hear, and listen You can also add these dates to your to the recorded names of Registration holds Google calendar. others. More information is A registration hold can be placed on your available at: z.umn.edu/ record by various campus offices for a variety NameCoachHelp of reasons. These holds are intended to help you take care of tasks or obligations that are critical to your success at the University.

PERSONAL INFORMATION­—PRIVACY AND KEEPING THE UNIVERSITY UP TO DATE Your educational information is protected by federal and state laws and by University Board of Regents policy. University staff may not discuss your student record with your parents (or spouse, guardian, partner, or other third party) without your authorization.

Some personal information is available to anyone who requests it, including your name, address, email address, phone number, dates of enrollment and enrollment status, college and class, major, advisor, academic awards and honors received, and degrees earned. To prevent the release of any or all of the above, go to the “My Info ” tab at myu.umn.edu. This is also where you can keep your school contact information (e.g. name, phone number, address) up to date in the University’s database.

74 // // LEARNING AT THE U OF M // R egistrATION Tools Schedule sample This schedule is for a 15-credit week (or credit load). Remember the general rule to budget two hours a week (or more) of study time for each hour of coursework. In this example, that means a total of 45 hours for class and study time. You may also have other commitments that will take up time in your weekly schedule such as work, student group meetings, or volunteering. It is important

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For each course, your first day of class will be somewhat similar. Instructors are required to cover the ground rules, so to speak. You will learn about expectations for classroom participation and attendance and how those things will affect your grade. You will learn how your grades will be determined and how you can get help outside of class. Taking exams Syllabus Professors and teaching assistants may require you to For each course you take at the University present your U Card before of Minnesota, the instructor will provide you and/or after taking midterms with a syllabus. The syllabus outlines the or final exams in your classes. course objectives, expectations, reading They will compare the name and paper assignments, dates of exams, on your U Card with the University policies, and your faculty’s contact name on your test and make information. The syllabus may also include sure the picture matches the information about how to access additional person turning in the test. support resources for different needs you This practice helps eliminate may have. Whether the instructor references forged test-taking. it many times throughout the semester or never brings it up again, the syllabus expectations. Use the Gopher Guide and provides you a framework for success write in all assignments and due dates when within the course. Review your syllabi often you receive your syllabus. throughout the semester to stay on top of

Buying books and course materials

After registering for your courses, visit the U of M Bookstores to find out what books or other materials your instructor has selected for you. Go to CHECK THE U bookstores.umn.edu/my-textbooks and select “Get Textbooks for my Courses.” Once you sign in, the system will reference your registration records and produce LIBRARIES your custom reading/materials list. This list includes the author, title, and The U Libraries also ISBN numbers for your required textbooks as well as information on the price, provides access to some availability, and format. The U of M Bookstores works directly with your instructors course materials. Visit to ensure you have the correct course materials at the best available prices. z.umn.edu/studentsavings for a list of required materials When you purchase your course materials online, you can have them shipped that are available for free to your home or residence hall or opt for our in-store pick-up option to have through the libraries. The Bookstores staff pull and package all of your materials for you. website also has tips for other Prefer to shop in-store? You may purchase your course materials at the U of ways to save money on course M Bookstores at Coffman Memorial Union. If your courses are on the St. Paul materials. This initiative is in Campus, you may also purchase your books at the U of M Bookstores at the St. partnership with the University Paul Student Center. Bookstores. The Bookstores provide competitive pricing, a correct text guarantee, student account charges, and easy returns to help you be prepared for class. The Bookstores also sell office and art supplies and reference materials to supplement your course needs.

76 // // LEARNING AT THE U OF M // Classroom Expectations Sample Syllabus s pectation Ex Instructor information: This section includes contact information for the instructor (office location, phone number, email address) as well as information about office hours—times set aside each week when you can room

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for assignments, readings for each class meeting, and C dates of exams. This section can be especially useful in helping you map out your semester and manage your time.

Class websites: This particular course has several websites used to supplement your success in the course. Instructors may use online tools to give you feedback about your course performance and may also post additional documents or readings online. This section describes what these online resources are and how to access them.

Policy statements: Instructors and students have a responsibility to maintain a respectful learning environment. Therefore, all syllabi are required to outline policies to support a student in the classroom. These include: • Overlapping and back-to-back courses • Student Code of Conduct • Scholastic dishonesty • Student mental health and stress management • Teaching and learning • Sexual harassment • Equity, diversity, and equal opportunity Class work, grading policies, and other grade issues: • Disability Resource Center These three sections discuss how you will be assessed in the course, the grading scale, and how individual assignments and exams are weighted. You can see that this particular course includes online homework, exams, classroom activities, and practice problems. Special circumstances that can affect your course grade are also addressed.

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Online learning management Your Canvas to-do list: system

Canvas V Accept Canvas “terms of use” and create your profile (name, For many of your courses, Canvas will be an pronoun, etc.) canvas.umn.edu essential part of your learning experience. Canvas is a learning management system V Review Canvas help guides and that enables access to resources like course learn how to find your course syllabi, readings, presentations, videos, sites z.umn.edu/studentcanvas and more. It may also be where you take quizzes, submit assignments, post to V Visit course pages that your discussion boards, and check your grades. professors have made available Get started today: Visit canvas.umn.edu and review course material and accept the “terms of use.” This way, you won’t miss any pre-semester messages V Know where to get your professors might send to you. Once 24/7 Technology Help you have accepted the terms of use, you it.umn.edu/help can set up your user profile. Note that your profile can be seen by all of your professors, instructors, and classmates. Some professors make their Canvas course By the first day of classes, your professors sites available before classes start; some and instructors will expect that you wait until the first day of class. It is up to you are familiar with Canvas and know to follow up with your professor if you have where to find the course materials. Visit trouble accessing any Canvas course sites. z.umn.edu/studentcanvas to get started.

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Time management visiting the “Find a Study Space” website (classroom.umn.edu/ As you prepare for college coursework at studySpace/FindStudySpace.html) the U of M, you must pay special attention to discover great places to disconnect pectation to how you will manage your time. The and focus on your work. standard expectation is that for each hour Ex you spend in class, you should spend at 4. Spend daytime hours on campus. least two hours outside of class studying Organize your schedule to remain the course material, reading, completing on campus between classes from assignments, and preparing for exams. For 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Treating your room

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in class or studying! assignments and study during the day, C leaving your evenings free for eating 1. Get a planner. Whether you use a in the dining center, attending co- paper-pencil calendar (like your Gopher curricular activities, and spending time Guide), your smartphone, tablet, or with your roommates and friends. laptop, create a system to organize 5. Re-evaluate often. Give yourself the your class schedule, weekly time first two to three weeks on campus to commitments, and your upcoming attempt your new time management assignments, deadlines, and exams. It is routine, based on the principles listed crucial to create a system that allows you above. Do you study better at night? Is to add and edit dates to your calendar your iPhone calendar failing to help with throughout the day. Pick whatever your scheduling method? Switch it up method is most convenient for you. and try again. Remember, you can always 2. Organize your syllabi. After the first communicate with a member of your week of class, a best practice is to go academic support team (see page 80) to through your course syllabi, noting dates reevaluate your time-management plan. and deadlines to copy into your planning 6. Don’t go at it alone. Research shows system (see No. 1 above). Doing this will that people who enlist the support of help you organize your semester into others are more successful at turning bad more specific week-blocks, allowing you habits into new-found skills. There are a to plan ahead for a weekend road trip or number of key campus resources outlined set aside time to study for three exams in on pages 83-85 (such as Academic an upcoming week. Success Centers) to help you create a 3. Get offline. Sometimes the best way personalized schedule to manage time to be efficient in your study habits is more effectively and stay on track. to turn off your computer, cell phone, and any other device that allows access to social media or YouTube. Consider

D ISABILITY RESOURCE CENTER The University of Minnesota values disability as essential to its diverse community. The Disability Resource Center (DRC) serves as a central resource for students, faculty, and staff to collaboratively address barriers to access on our campus. The Student Access team works with students to identify barriers and, in collaboration with faculty and staff, determine reasonable accommodations to reduce them. If you have a disability and would like to discuss accommodations, please contact the DRC at 612-626-1333 or [email protected].

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At the University of Minnesota, you will have support in abundance. Staff, faculty, and administrators are here to guide you throughout your educational journey and help you holistically engage with your college experience (academic, social, cultural, personal). It will be your job to get to know these campus professionals and utilize their recommended resources throughout your college career. Take the time to find the resources and get to know the people who will be supporting you. This section is a starting point.

Academic advisors Whomever you are working with, two things are certain; they can answer your questions Academic advising at the University is a (or direct you to the person who can), and partnership that helps you achieve your they are here to support you along the way! academic, career, and personal development goals. Your academic advisor will provide Here’s some advice for getting the most For an overview of an environment in which you can share your out of your relationship with your academic academic advising, questions, concerns, and aspirations, help advisor: you explore your interests and strengths, check out • Whenever you meet with your academic and support you in creating an educational advising.umn.edu advisor(s), participate fully in the advising plan aligned with your goals. Every college experience by sharing your interests, goals, tailors its advising services to meet the strengths, and any areas in which you might unique needs of its students. Your academic need support or guidance. Come prepared advisor might be: to these advising meetings with your • A college advisor who assists you in discussion topics, course ideas, questions, exploring majors and careers, planning for and concerns. registration, or guiding you to resources • Follow through! Your academic advisor(s) on campus that can assist you with things have specific knowledge on University like social adjustment, personal concerns, policies, academic procedures, course study skills, etc. scheduling, and how to take advantage • A departmental advisor who assists you in of University and campus-wide resources. declaring your major or minor and helps Use the resources, strategies, and plans you make the most of your experience in developed in partnership with your your chosen field of study. These advisors advisor(s) to navigate your educational might be professional advising staff or experience. faculty.

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Take your professor to lunch T advisors, career counselors, and other student services professionals that captures When you have the opportunity, introduce information about students in one place yourself to your instructors. Ask questions— in order to support them throughout their it shows you are serious about your degree journeys. Your success is vital to coursework and want to do well. If you Support the University, and as a result, if we notice want to get to know your professor (and you are getting off-track, your advisor may classmates) better, the University has a program called “Take your professor

be notified and reach out to you and offer emic to lunch!” If you are an undergraduate support. d in a class of 30 or more students, the

University will pay for lunch (up to $12 per c A a Faculty and teaching person) when groups of three to seven assistants (TAs) undergraduate students from the same class Your faculty and TAs will push you to think invite their professor to eat with them at a critically, to engage with course material participating campus restaurant. in new and creative ways, and to integrate Check out lunch.umn.edu for more details. what you’re learning into your life. Faculty members at the U of M are at the top of their fields and have chosen to work Additional advising programs at this top-rated undergraduate-serving institution. You matter to them, and they University Honors Program should matter to you. Make use of faculty The University Honors Program (UHP) office hours, introduce yourself after class, promotes an interdisciplinary approach and ask questions in class. In some courses, to learning by providing students with an you will have TAs assisting faculty through enhanced learning experience that crosses teaching or serving as a resource. TAs are academic boundaries. UHP students are part current graduate students and have a strong of a stimulating and supportive community of expertise in the course content. Utilize them like-minded peers with diverse backgrounds as well to ensure you understand the course and interests. UHP features an exciting topics and to ask questions. curriculum comprising Honors Seminars and both foundational and discipline-specific courses. Student engagement in a variety Your peers of non-course Honors Experiences includes On occasion, you will have the opportunity research, creative expression, internships, to work with other students on your study abroad, community service, and more. assignments. Be sure that you read your UHP students work closely with Honors syllabus and check with your instructor Academic Advisors in selecting their course(s) to ensure that it is appropriate for you to of study and other Honors Experiences, collaborate. It is better to ask if you can work planning for graduation with Latin Honors, together than make assumptions and be and preparing for life beyond college. accused of scholastic dishonesty. The Honors Residential Community in Your peers and classmates can be a Middlebrook Hall is a great place for UHP tremendous support through your college students to live on campus. Outstanding experience. Forming study groups to share UHP students lead study groups in information, knowledge, and expertise Middlebrook and a variety of social and about a course in which you are all enrolled intellectual extracurricular and co-curricular offers an opportunity to engage in intense programs are featured there. discussion about course material which creates important dynamics for learning. The University Honors Student Association (UHSA) plans activities and events based on the interests of current students. All

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UHP students are members of this student underserved students in their pursuit of a organization and UHSA welcomes their bachelor’s degree. Participants are selected suggestions and participation in planning based on holistic review conducted by the and coordinating activities. Office of Admissions. Students demonstrate achievement in a number of ways, including University of Minnesota students who have strong academics, extracurricular excellence, not gained admission to the University and significant community engagement. Honors Program as incoming freshmen are Many PES students are the first in their family eligible to apply after completing at least to attend college, Pell Grant recipients, one semester. Applications for fall term entry indigenous students, and students of color. are reviewed every spring. The program ensures the timely graduation of its participants by encouraging More information: www.honors.umn.edu and supporting academic, career, and 390 Northrop, 612-624-5522 personal wellbeing through scholarships, email: [email protected] programming, professional advising, and peer mentoring. Student-athlete advising More information: The Lindahl Academic Center is committed www.prezscholars.umn.edu to supporting student-athletes in achieving academic, athletic, and personal excellence. All student-athletes are assigned an International Student and Scholar academic counselor who will monitor Services academic progress and athletic eligibility International Student and Scholar Services as well as assist in course and major (ISSS) is the office dedicated to serving selection in consultation with the athlete’s the University of Minnesota’s international college/ major advisor. Student-athletes community. ISSS offers advising to have access to computer labs, study space, international students and scholars about tutoring, community service and leadership academic, personal, legal, and family opportunities, and career activities offered matters. The office also coordinates several through Student-Athlete Development. programs where international and domestic students can make new friends and gain More information: lindahlacademiccenter.umn.edu leadership experience while learning about other cultures and nationalities.

President’s Emerging Scholars More information: www.isss.umn.edu President’s Emerging Scholars (PES) is an educational opportunity program that supports high-achieving, historically

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Make the most of your education by using free academic success services! Academic success centers and resources are located across the U of M. Success services are staffed with well-trained peers and experienced professionals who are available to help you. Start exploring these academic success resources at success.umn.edu, and follow academic success centers on social media @umnsuccess.

Academic Support Centers and a writing consultant work collaboratively on brainstorming, planning, revising, and SMART Learning Commons editing all types of writing projects. In Academic SUCCESS addition to writing consultations, online The Smart Learning Commons are located in quick help resources are available 24 hours a Centers the three main libraries. Each location offers: day, including resources especially useful for • Peer tutors who provide drop-in, online, multilingual writers. SUCCESS.UMN.EDU and appointment-based tutoring for over 250 courses and general skills More information: writing.umn.edu/sws including writing, statistics, and computer programming. Effective U • Peer Research Consultants who provide Effective U is a series of self-paced, online quality research help for your next tutorials addressing a variety of skills research paper. These specially trained topics such as time management, stress students will help you develop a research management, note-taking, and exam question, narrow down a topic, find great preparation. Work through as many as you sources, and more. like whenever you wish.

More information: smart.umn.edu More information: effectiveu.umn.edu

Student Writing Support Academic Departments The Center for Writing’s Student Writing Academic departments also offer tutoring Support program offers a wealth of resources services. Resources such as the Physics Help to support you in developing productive Room and the Chemistry Department’s Tutor writing habits and revision strategies. In Room are staffed by tutors and TAs. They offer face-to-face and online consultations, you drop-in assistance throughout the semester.

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• Meet with a writing consultant face-to-face or online • Come at any stage in your writing process • Develop confidence & effective writing strategies

TUTORING WRITING

• Review key course concepts • Develop new study strategies • Meet peers from your classes

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ACADEMIC • Organize your media project SUCCESS • Learn to use video & SUCCESS.UMN.EDU audio equipment RESEARCH • Get access & training for editing software

• Find help developing & evaluating topics for your research papers • Access support for any stage of your research process • Get started with faculty research RESOURCES

• Refine academic & life skills • Get academic coaching & SUCCESS • Locate study space counseling SKILLS • Find what else the • Take an academic skills course campus has to offer

Stay up to date on featured events provided by the services and departments within the academic success centers. If you have any questions about these events, contact the hosting department or email [email protected].

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Multicultural Center for Academic Student English Language Support (SELS) enter Excellence (MCAE) Academic Support Multilingual learners can schedule a free, 45-minute consultation or attend a small

Multicultural Center for Academic ss C Excellence’s academic support works to group meeting with an English as a second recognize first-generation and students of language (ESL) professional to work on a Color multiple dimensions of identity and particular language skill such as grammar, Succe cultural capital aid students in retaining and reading, or pronunciation at Student English navigating campus. Our model honors the Language Support (SELS). complexity of each student’s background, and how their complexity exists, engages More information: ccaps.umn.edu/esl emic d with, and is received by a predominately white campus. Because we understand c A a students sit at multiple cross-sections of University Libraries identity and their lived experiences exist Many people think of a “library” as a book beyond the walls of the University, we warehouse. Yes, the UMN Libraries are great support students in all areas to provide places to study but our website is the place comprehensive support to allow students to to go for research. be as whole as possible as they navigate the • You can access 100,000+ online journals, university journey. magazines, and newspapers. We have 8+ MCAE offers in-depth one-with-one peer million books, 1+ million online ebooks, academic support in math, science, writing, and streaming documentaries, music and languages, and more. Sessions are available more. (Use U card to check out books, etc.) in person and online. Additionally, MCAE • Develop your next great idea or learn RESOLVING has a computer lab for students with a new skill in our free innovation CONFLICTS printing, scanning, and studying areas. and makerspaces. Learn more at The Student Conflict z.umn.edu/makeitgreat! Resolution Center (SCRC) More information: z.umn.edu/mcaetutor • You can “Ask a Librarian” by appointment, is a confidential, impartial, by phone, by email, or by chat 24/7. Visit and informal resource Student Academic Success Services z.umn.edu/libhelp. that helps students with University-related problems (SASS) More information: lib.umn.edu and concerns. Meeting with Academic Skills Coaching is a one-to-one an SCRC staff member is service for students who want to explore new a great way to develop a skills for increased efficiency and effectiveness Study spaces plan to address your current in their academic efforts in areas like time • The Study Space Finder helps you find issue and to learn skills to management, test preparation, creating a great places to study. Check it out at resolve other conflicts that study schedule, note-taking, and more. You studyspace.umn.edu. might arise in the future. and your coach work together to create an Check out the Do-It- • Find a variety of places to study in 12 individualized plan for academic success. Yourself (DIY) resources that libraries across campus including quiet address some of the most sass.umn.edu study areas, coffee shops in Walter and More information: common student concerns Wilson library, and more. There are over including course success, 40 reservable group study spaces at roommate conflicts, and Student Counseling Services (SCS) z.umn.edu/libgroupstudy. stress management. Student Counseling Services (SCS) Academic • Gold push pins mark the more than two DIYs can be found at Counseling is one-to-one support to help dozen GPS Waypoint study spaces on z.umn.edu/SCRCstudents. you address factors impacting academic campus. You can also study in classrooms Contact SCRC at performance that are not necessarily skill- that do not have scheduled classes in them. [email protected] to schedule based such as procrastination, motivation, an appointment. perfectionism, test anxiety, lack of interest, Find a study space at classroom.umn.edu and struggles with professors/TAs.

More information: counseling.umn.edu

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Scan here Deciding on your major or career can feel like an overwhelming decision at to learn times. It is important to understand that making these decisions is a process and more about will take some time. The U of M has many great resources on campus to help what current you along the way. Every college has a career center with career counselors or students and coaches who can help you with major and career exploration. Find your career career staff have to say about Career office at career.umn.edu/career-offices. Services at the U of M

ACADEMIC ADVISORS CAREER COUNSELORS/ CENTER FOR ACADEMIC help you... COACHES PLANNING & • Connect to resources on help you... EXPLORATION (CAPE) campus • Explore majors/careers within COACHES • Achieve your goals from your college help you... orientation through • Engage in meaningful • Explore majors across all graduation experiences related to your interests and U of M colleges • Select courses to make interests • Reflect on your interests, progress toward your degree • Get started on networking strengths, and values • Learn through academic and to build your professional • Navigate changing your major non-academic opportunities identity and community or college • Incorporate diverse, global • Reflect on and articulate your • Make an action plan to find perspectives into your experiences and how they majors that fit your goals translate to future career educational experience • Develop decision-making settings strategies • Prepare for the job search process or graduate school

86 // // LEARNING AT THE U OF M // Major and Career Planning Take a career assessment to explore your self interests, strengths, and personality (both career services and CAPE offer these types of assessments)

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I have a career/ Not all employers hire by major job in mind but am (though some specific fields such uncertain about as nursing do); instead they are my major options interested in learning about your skills, interests, experiences, and your interest in the organization How can you build and refine skills needed for this career? Begin thinking about experiences— schedule an appointment with your I am decided on career office to discuss options and make a plan both my major and my career Start thinking about how you Try to get to know at least want to build your professional one faculty member this community (e.g. through year in your major and career fairs, information talk with them about your sessions, student groups) career interests

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In addition to people and resources, there community, so get involved with research are opportunities that can help you decide and be a discoverer! More information can on a major or plan your academic career. be found at ugresearch.umn.edu. Doing research with faculty, studying abroad, or gaining leadership skills are just three of the many possible ways for you to Learn abroad plan for your future. A learning abroad opportunity has the potential to be one of the most profound parts of your education. However, the process The Office of Undergraduate to make it happen can seem daunting. Your Research academic advisor and staff in the Learning The U of M is one of the world’s great Abroad Center can help guide you through research universities. On our campuses, at the process, address your concerns, and help our field stations, and in our communities, you select a program out of 200 that fits your thousands of students and faculty create academic, career, and life goals. new knowledge and develop new examples The First Step session is a half-hour of human expression every day. The Office group advising meeting that will help of Undergraduate Research (OUR) provides you decide which experience is right undergraduate students with several for you. Meeting times can be found at opportunities to get involved with research UMabroad.umn.edu/students.php. alongside a faculty mentor. Looking for the right opportunity? Chances are it’s Whether you want to intern in Italy or the available at OUR. Connect with faculty to UK, explore international development complete an exciting research project for in Ecuador, Kenya, Senegal, or Thailand, an Undergraduate Research Opportunities engage wih a local community in Argentina, Program (UROP) scholarship ($1,500 for a or study at a university in South Africa, 120 hour project). Work on interdisciplinary advisors can steer you toward the right plan research with teams of faculty from a variety for your needs. of disciplines or explore opportunities If you participate in a Learning Abroad around the world through an International Center program, you will earn University UROP. Locate directed study for credit, resident credit that you can use to keep on a paid research position, or summer track to graduate. opportunities such as the Multicultural Summer Research Opportunities Program You will gain an international on campus and across the country. You are perspective, develop new friendships, an important member of our academic and build your confidence. Explore global opportunities at youtube.com/user/UMabroad230.

Leadership Minor The 17-credit Leadership Minor program is interdisciplinary, multidimensional, experiential, and global. As a participant, you will explore and experience multiple frameworks of leadership. The program prepares you for real-life leadership experiences on campus and in the larger global community by combining social change theories of leadership with authentic community leadership. To learn more about the courses, requirements, and community of the Leadership Minor, visit lead.umn.edu/minor.

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(regardless of circumstances) must follow for When you register for classes consider up with their college and make up any s taking a freshman seminar—offered both necessary items. You will register for these e s fall and spring semesters. These seminars courses during Orientation. Learn more at are small classes taught by some of the gcc.umn.edu. University’s most outstanding faculty our members. Designed for first-year students, C they are a great way to interact with a faculty Courses for Transfer Students member, meet other new students, and • Carlson School of Management (CSOM) explore a new topic such as: • College of Biological Sciences (CBS) • Finding Happiness In The Age Of • College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Consumption Resource Sciences (CFANS) • Designer Insects: Glowing eyes to self- • College of Liberal Arts (CLA) destructing flies • School of Nursing • What is Space Weather (and Why Should You Care)? These one-credit courses are designed • An Olympic Impact on the World to support new transfer students in their transition to the U of M during their first You can also explore the current challenges semester on campus. These courses focus facing society by enrolling in a Grand on helping students learn to navigate the Challenge Curriculum freshman seminar. U of M by introducing them to key resources Your advisor can help you choose a and promoting community. You will have the freshman seminar at Orientation. You can opportunity to register for these courses at look at the freshman seminar offerings at: Orientation. ote.umn.edu/freshsem. Grand Challenge Curriculum First-year courses—by college Grand Challenge Curriculum (GCC) courses (freshmen, only) engage students in complex issues facing The following colleges require a first-year society. GCC courses are designed to course: enroll students from all colleges and invite interdisciplinary inquiry to explore strategies • College of Biological Sciences (CBS) that address the challenge(s) being studied. • College of Education & Human Development (CEHD) • College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences (CFANS) • College of Liberal Arts (CLA) • College of Science and Engineering (CSE) Many of these courses use the support of peer leaders or teaching assistants. They provide you with first-hand access to students who are living that college experience. Some colleges consider Thursday during Welcome Week to be

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Academic success courses are available throughout your first year and will help you enhance the necessary skills you need to be successful.

TO DO: Academic success courses Students dealing with these issues may SUBMIT FINAL end up facing probation or suspension. TRANSCRIPTS Through your admission to the University, you LASk 1102: Academic Success is a 2-credit have demonstrated a capacity to perform In order to verify that you class that helps students with academic at a high academic level. But that doesn’t have met University of difficulties explore options for change, necessarily ensure your success in college. Minnesota enrollment build a plan for success, and restore The following courses offered through requirements, you must confidence. Each week students receive Student Academic Success Services (SASS) have your final high school one hour of instruction and one hour of will teach you how to be a more effective transcript, including date of small group discussion with the instructor student. graduation, submitted to and other students. the Office of Admissions by In LASk 1001: Mastering Skills for College If you fall behind in classes or feel July 1. It will be reviewed Success, you will learn about factors that are overwhelmed, LASk 1101: Academic to make certain you have the keys to academic and college success. Refresher can help you get back on track and maintained your strong Understanding these factors will help you finish the semester strong. This is a 1-credit, academic record. Visit deal with unanticipated challenges and mid-semester course specifically for students z.umn.edu/gradespolicy to identify strategies and concepts that will experiencing academic concerns. Students read the complete result in greater efficiency and effectiveness receive two hours of weekly instruction to policy about senior year in your efforts. In other words, you will learn help with your specific goals and efforts. performance and final high how to work smarter, not necessarily harder. school transcripts. This 2-credit course is a great investment to For information or to register for these make as you start your University studies. classes, call SASS at 612-624-3323, or go The road to academic success doesn’t to sass.umn.edu. always turn out to be what we expect. Many things can throw students off track, including unexpected family or relationship Rothenberger Institute concerns, stress and anxiety, losing interest wellness courses or motivation, finding usual approaches to Excited about being on your own for studying no longer work, or questioning the first time? Not sure what to expect? whether you still want to be in college. Worried what you might do if you start to

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Many resources are offered, including s related to course topics. The courses equip Stressbusters, a weekly drop-in stress you with strategies to live a healthier and reduction activity, the Taking Charge of more balanced life through a no-judgement our Your Health & Wellbeing website, and a C learning environment designed to help Wellbeing Lecture Series, all of which are you make your own informed decisions. free to students and offer vital tools to help There is tremendous value in learning about you live a life of wellbeing. health and wellness from your peers, so courses incorporate stories and input from Learn more at csh.umn.edu real students, including video interviews of experienced students. Plus, get feedback and ideas from RI Teaching Assistants, who are English language program fellow undergrad students. Multilingual students continue to develop their language skills while at the University Consider these courses as you plan your in preparation for achieving their future class schedule: career goals. If you would like to continue • PubH 1001: Success Over Stress improving your English, the University of • PubH 1002: Personal Tech & Wellbeing Minnesota offers various advanced-level English courses for credit. In these courses • PubH 1003: Alcohol & College Life you can improve your grammar, listening, • PubH 1004: Sexuality Matters speaking, reading, or writing skills. All of • PubH 1005: Sleep, Eat & Exercise these courses are designed to help you further strengthen the academic English Full-term and half-term options are available skills needed to be successful in University for fall, spring, and summer. Let your programs. Some of the courses include: academic advisor know if you are interested in one of these courses. • ESL 3402: Research Writing (4 credits) • ESL 3102: Grammar for Academic Learn more at z.umn.edu/ricourses Purposes (4 credits) • ESL 3602: Academic Speaking (4 credits) Bakken Center for Spirituality & • ESL 3551: English Pronunciation (4 credits) Healing wellbeing courses • ESL 3001: Integrated Skills for Academic English (2 credits) Learn health and wellbeing skills that will challenge you and leave an impact—both • ESL 3006: English for Business Interactions academically and personally. The Center (2 credits) offers many courses that are easy to fit into • ESL 3007: English for Physics (1 credit) your schedule, including: • ESL 3008: English for Chemistry (1 credit) • CSPH 1001: Principles of Health and Wellbeing Go to ccaps.umn.edu/esl for more • CSPH 1101: Self, Society, and Environment: information. An Interconnected Worldview

Courses for Academic Success // LEARNING AT THE U OF M // // 91 YOUR NEXT STEPS Learning how to be a student at the U of M can take time, so don’t expect to have everything figured out in the first few weeks of the semester. In fact, it may take a couple of months to fully feel settled in this new environment. There will be lots of changes to your daily routine, you will have to establish new boundaries for yourself, you will have a greater sense of independence, and your role in your family may also change. Fortunately, you are not alone: There are many resources available to you for support, including your peers, campus service areas, and staff. Focus on the action items on page 91 to get started.

ASK US! Orientation & Transition Experiences 315 Coffman Memorial Union Through all of this change, Orientation & Transition Experiences 300 Washington Ave. S.E. is here to provide you consistent support — long after you have Minneapolis, MN 55455 completed Orientation and experienced Welcome Week. Staff and ote.umn.edu student peers are here to help you. If you have a question at any [email protected] time and don’t know where to turn, contact us! We are here to help! 612-624-1979 or 1-800-234-1979

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92 // // YOUR NEXT STEPS Transition Checklist

In the summer: In your first semester:

€ Join your Facebook group ACADEMICS € Freshmen — U of M Class of 2025 € Introduce yourself to your professors and attend € Transfer Students — U of M Transfer Students office hours

ecklist € Complete AlcoholEdu module (see page 55) € Set up an appointment with your academic advisor € Complete Sexual Assault Prevention for Ch Undergraduates module (see page 31) € Make a plan to earn a 2.5 GPA or better € Complete the Gopher Equity Project (see below) € Use your Gopher Guide or academic planner to manage your time € If you have a disability and would like to discuss accommodations, contact the Disability Resource € Access academic success centers (see page 81)

Center at 612-626-1333 or [email protected] as soon € Study 3 hours for every hour you spend in class ransition T as possible. Note: Some accommodations may SOCIAL take a few weeks to arrange. € Find ways to connect with new friends in person; € Check your U of M email regularly for instance, explore the Twin Cities or join an € Finalize your housing plans (see page 10) intramural team € Complete Welcome Week Registration — opens in € Join one student group (see page 58) late July € Find a mentor/support person on or near campus € Purchase your textbooks (see page 76) € Introduce yourself to new people € Decide if you are going to attend an optional € Explore the Twin Cities by taking Metro Transit welcome program (see page 25) € MCAE Kick-Off (see page 94) SELF CARE € Global Gopher Events (see page 94) € Check out Rec Well to establish your new routine € Mark your calendar for Welcome Week (see page 53) September 1–6 (see page 94) € Schedule time for yourself each day € Map out your travel plans to/from class € Be intentional about going to bed and waking up (see page 25) at the same time each day to set a good routine € Limit caffeine to improve sleep and aim for seven hours of sleep each night € Create a budget for your spending (see page 38) Gopher Equity Project

The Gopher Equity Project is a diversity, equity, and inclusion initiative for undergraduate students at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities. This effort is one step in creating a positive campus climate for all students to thrive and succeed. Participating in the Gopher Equity Project includes taking the online training and participating in a discussion group. This educational experience is required of first-year students as part of a first-year course and strongly encouraged for all other students.

Learn more about the Gopher Equity Project at z.umn.edu/gopherequityproject.

Transition Checklist // YOUR NEXT STEPS // // 93 Welcome WEEK: September 1-6

Beginning in July, you will be able to complete Welcome Week Registration to tell us the events you are most interested in attending so your schedule can be tailored to meet your needs. Take the M photo at Pride & Spirit. Attend a Gopher Football game. Find a student group at Explore U. Explore the Twin Cities using Metro Transit. These are all the ways Welcome Week helps all new students get acclimated to campus. Additionally, there are events that address the specific needs of freshmen and transfer students.

Class of 2025 Track Transfer Track Receive your Class of 2025 tassel at Mingle with new transfer students. Hear Convocation. Meet your classmates and from current transfer students. Learn about instructors during College Day Activities. campus resources, career opportunities, and Learn to ride the Campus Connector to all organizations. Get answers to last-minute three campuses. Select different sessions questions. With the support of Student relevant to your personal interests. With Leaders you will make friends, learn to the support of Welcome Week Leaders you navigate campus, and become familiar with will make friends, learn to find your way many campus resources. Welcome Week around campus, and learn to locate and use is highly recommended for new transfer many campus resources. Welcome Week is students. required for first-time freshmen. Transfer students enrolling spring semester Watch your email for more information will have the opportunity to talk one-on-one about Welcome Week Registration in July. with current transfer students and attend a You will utilize Registration to customize your resource fair where they will explore a variety Welcome Week experience. of U of M departments and services. This event will take place in January 2022. For more information: welcomeweek.umn.edu For more information: welcomeweek.umn.edu

Additional Welcome Programs

GLOBAL GOPHER EVENTS MCAE KICK OFF z.umn.edu/globalgopher The Multicultural Center for Academic Excellence (MCAE) Kick Off is a transition program that is geared specifically for multicultural Global Gopher Events is the time students. It takes place right before Welcome Week begins so that to connect with other new and students can participate in both programs. Participants will discover current international students in extracurricular activities available on campus, learn the secrets to safe and supportive spaces. It is college success from University students, staff, and faculty, build a fun and easy way to learn how confidence, develop leadership skills, experience campus life, learn to be successful and show your about college expectations, and connect with other incoming and unique perspectives throughout returning students. You will be with other students who have the same your academic career. questions and concerns that you have about college life. To sign up for Kick Off, go to [email protected].

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95 Student Transition Experiences STUDENT TRANSITION EXPERIENCES

Make the most of your college experience by engaging in a transition program. These programs are open to all freshmen and transfer students, unless designated otherwise. Refer back to the Transition Checklist (see page 93) to see some tips on how to prepare for the academic year.

At Home in MN Transfer Student Workshop Series At Home in MN provides programming Get to know your University and other specifically for students to connect with other transfer students at a series of workshops out-of-state students and Minnesota culture. designed to help new transfer students learn Join other out-of-state students by checking about campus resources, meet other new Many oppurtunities out different Minnesota-musts including the transfer students, and make the most of their have already been Minnesota State Fair, an apple orchard, and time at the University of Minnesota. named in this book. local sites! Check them out! More information: More information: z.umn.edu/transferworkshops • Courses for freshmen ote.umn.edu/home-mn (see page 89) • Undergraduate The First Six Weeks Calendar Research Opportunities UMNetworks There is a lot to explore and learn as you Program UMNetworks are on opportunity for you transition to a new campus. In order to (see page 88) to build social connections with other new help you get off to a strong start and • Learn Abroad (see students. Networks are led by Network take advantage of all the U has to offer, a page 88) Leaders who share your interest and will calendar of events and resources just for • First-Year Leadership help you to connect with other new students new transfer students has been created. Institute (see page 59) and the U of M by participating in/attending Some of these events are just for transfer group activities. students, some are college or major specific, and some are open to all U of M students. More information: We are sure you will find something that z.umn.edu/UMNetworks interests you! Before you know it your first year at the More information: transfer.umn.edu Transfer Student Network (TSN) U of M will come to The Transfer Student Network is a great a close. Orientation place to find support, advice, or help about International Student Seminar & Transition the transfer process from current transfer The New International Student Seminar Experiences will students. With a variety of backgrounds (NISS) takes place before midterms in and experiences, our Transfer Insiders are the fall and spring semesters. All new support you into your available to connect with one-on-one Coffee undergraduate international students are second year as well! Chats and large group events. Transfer required to complete this program during Insiders are ready to help you through your their first year. The goals of the program For more information: transition to the U of M. To sign up for a are for you to be able to self-assess your Coffee Chat to connect with a Transfer Insider academics, mental health, and general secondyear.umn.edu and enjoy a free Starbucks drink courtesy of adjustment to the United States and the OTE visit z.umn.edu/coffeechat. U of M. NISS helps to create discussion around academic success, helps you learn More information: about useful resources, and connects you ote.umn.edu/transfer-students to campus resources that will help you to be successful long-term. ISSS will email you when registration opens.

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support youthrough yourtimeattheUofM. few waysinwhichitcommunicateswithstudents.Seethechartbelowforelectronic communicationsdesignedto feel overwhelmedbyeverythinggoingon.Inorder tocontinuestreamline thisinformation,theUniversityhasa There isnoshortageofevents,activities,research, orthingstoknowattheUofM.Infact,sometimesyoumay STAYING INFORMED information do withthis What to Neighborhood News newsletter International student newsletter College electronic TSE Monthly Undergrad Update (freshmen only) eNewsletter Class of 2025 MyU • • • • Here are sometipsformaximizing theinformationintheseelectronic communications:

Don’t openthenewsletter rightaway, waituntilyouhavesometime toread through theinformation offered. related tothetopic, ortakeachanceandattend theeventonyourown tomeetnewpeople. Curious aboutsomethingyou read? Invite someonetoaneventcheckitout,read uponotheritems visit often. Scan informationfordatesthat mayhighlightanimportantdeadline,event,ortimeline. Bookmarksitesyou Look fortitlesandeventsthat matchyourinterests andgoals. Go toocl.umn.edusign-upforthemailinglist. neighborhood issuesandevents. This monthlycommunicationisdesignedforstudentsliving off campustostayupdateon z.umn.edu/isssweeklyupdate. subscribed totheemaillistatstartofeachsemester. More information isavailableat changes inimmigrationlaws,andmanyothertopics.All internationalstudentsare automatically can learnaboutISSSeventsandprograms, Universitypoliciesaffecting internationalstudents, email newsletterwithimportantannouncementsforinternationalstudentsandscholars.You The ISSSWeekly Update,created byInternationalStudentandScholarServices(ISSS),isan and eventsavailablethrough yourcollege. Your collegeoradvisingofficewillsendinformationtoyourUofM email aboutopportunities transfer.umn.edu/programs/tse-monthly-enewsletterVisit resources andopportunities. campus toassistyouinyouradjustmenttheUofMandconnectwithimportant The TSEMonthlyisaneNewslettersenttoalltransferstudentsduringthefirstsemesteron undergrad.umn.edu/update Undergraduate EducationandtheOfficeforStudentAffairs. overall studentexperience.Thenewsletterisacollaborativeeffort betweentheOfficeof undergraduate studentsofevents,resources, andopportunities thatservetoenhancethe The Undergrad Updateisabi-weeklyeNewsletterthatconnectsandinformsallUofM Check outpastissuesatote.umn.edu/current-students/class-of tips, andresources relevant forfirst-yearstudentsdependingonthetimeofyear. This monthlynewsletterwillbesenttoyourUniversityemailaccountandincludesactionitems, Sign inatmyu.umn.edu exactly alike. information youseeisbasedonyourrole attheUniversity. Asaresult, no twoMyUviewsare MyU ispersonalizedforyou,givingyoutoolstohelpbesuccessfulattheUofM.The resources andevents,muchmore. view yourenrollment, accessyourfinancialaidandbilling,seegrades,learnabout MyU istheofficialUniversityofMinnesotawebportal. You willuseMyUto register forclasses, S t a yin g I n f or m e d // YOUR NEXT STEPS //

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97 S tAYING Informed PARENTS AND FAMILIES The University of Minnesota recognizes that parents and other family members play an important role in a student’s life throughout the college years. Research shows that today’s college students are in touch with family members using various communication methods every week—sometimes multiple times a day.

For parents, learning when to step in and when to throughout campus are here to help families work step back during the college years often represents with their students to identify an appropriate level of a challenge. You are your student’s primary coach involvement. Campus resources and support are built and mentor. Students benefit when their families around the concept of student wellbeing. The key understand and support the college experience. components of wellbeing along with resources, ideas, Families need to encourage students to take personal and questions to ask are included in the next few responsibility for the decisions they will be making. pages. As conversations arise with your student, these are a good first step for considering how to respond. The University Parent & Family Program, Orientation & Transition Experiences, and offices and departments

Health and Wellness ...... 99 Academic Support ...... 101 Finance and Money Management ...... 100 Career Preparation ...... 102 Community Support and Safety...... 100

98 // // Parents And Families Students come to campus with a variety A healthy social life is a key part of the of support mechanisms including parents, balance students need. If your student is extended family, guardians, friends, clergy, suffering from homesickness or reports that and others. As a support to your student, friends are hard to find, attending a student milies a

you can help in their success by: group meeting (page 58), applying for an on- F campus job (page 39), joining an intramural

• Learning about the student experience nd team (page 60), or joining a homesickness

and knowing about resources available at A support group (page 52) might be helpful. the University. For students living on campus, talking with • Supporting the University’s goals for their Community Advisor is a great first step. student outcomes. (See Student Learning Help your student understand that all of this and Student Development Outcomes, might take time and might require them to arent P s page 3.) go outside their comfort zone. • Knowing when to step in to help your student and when to empower them to Scenario: Your phone beeps with take responsibility. a text message from your student: • Becoming an active member of the “Mom, I’m sick ” University community by attending campus events, helping other family members, Things to consider: learning to understand the student • What insurance is your student using? experience, and advocating for and Did they sign up for campus insurance or supporting the University of Minnesota. are they using a private provider? And, The more you understand about the U of do they know where their documents are and how to use them? Boynton Health M and about your student’s transition to CARE PACKAGES college, the easier it will be to support your will honor any insurance, but it’s important Send happy thoughts— student. Families’ greatest concerns for the student has a bit of information about on any occasion—to a their students during the first year include their policy. student you care about with finances, health and wellness, community • Is this illness a short-term cold or bug or is a themed package from support and safety, academic support, and it something related to an on-going health Gopher Express. Wish them career preparation. condition? luck on a big test or send a This section includes a number of possible • How balanced has your student been birthday package. Packages scenarios your student may encounter. (sleeping/studying, healthy eating, can be delivered to the Each scenario includes information, a list of participating in campus activities) as they residence hall or picked possible questions to ask, things to consider, navigate the transition to college? up at Gopher Express in and references to appropriate campus Coffman Memorial Union. Learn about the health insurance process resources. More information: (page 48), how to make a medical carepackages.umn.edu appointment on campus if needed (page Health and wellness 48), and how to transfer medical records and prescriptions to Boynton Health (page 49). Scenario: After talking with your student a few weeks into the semester, you get the sense Students thrive when they have a positive that your student seems to be spending a outlook and good balance in their lives. The Boynton Health has great deal of time alone in their room and U of M provides multiple opportunities that a 24-hour nurse line: hasn’t mentioned meeting any new friends. promote wellness, as well as resources for helping to understand and achieve a more 612-625-7900 Questions to ask your student: balanced life. • Have you attended a student group As your student’s primary support network meeting yet? It may take more than one as they were growing up, you’ve probably Students living in the visit and more than one outreach to get helped them manage their health and residence halls also have results. More resources at sua.umn.edu. hygiene, encouraged them to eat healthfully, access to live-in student • Are there any study groups forming in your and promoted good exercise and sleeping classes you could join? habits. College students know the routine, health advocates but it’s normal to worry if they will remember • What activities are going on that are boynton.umn.edu/ha to do it on their own. associated with your major of interest?

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Finances and money bills, your student will need to grant access management via the Parent/Guest Access. : As a family member financially Scenario Community support and safety COMMUNICATION supporting my student, what access do I THINGS TO DO: have to my student’s records, grades, and Scenario: Your student is studying late in financial account? the library prior to mid-terms. They wonder View the One Stop about walking away from their laptop for a deadlines: Questions to consider: few minutes. onestop.umn.edu/calendars • Has your student granted you access to Scenario: Your student is taking a night class Learn more about the view/manage their account? (page 36) on the West Bank, but needs to get back to Emergency Alert system and Don’t forget that you’ll need to act on the East Bank on the other side of campus. sign up to receive messages at their invitation for access. Remember, your What options are there for getting home the Safe Campus site at: student has access to all of the information safely? safe-campus.umn.edu/ relevant to their classes and their progress. emergency-notifications Campus safety and security is a basic need • Did you and your student have a for our campus community. The University is conversation about what information you committed to developing a culture of care: It expect them to provide you and what they is critical in helping to facilitate opportunities prefer keeping private? If not, now is a for students to care for themselves, show good time to have that talk. respect to others, and model positive Join the Gopher behavior. However, reminders to secure The law that allows parents access and Family Connection! belongings, avoid leaving laptops or cell control over a child’s educational record phones unattended, and keeping their The Gopher Family changes when a student enters school at residence hall or apartment doors locked Connection is a platform the college level. The Family Educational are an important first step for keeping and e-newsletter for family Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) considers belongings secure. members on the Twin Cities college students responsible adults who are campus that provides regular allowed to determine who may have access updates on student life, to information about them. Things to consider: support services, upcoming Although the University is prohibited • Using campus resources (page 32) is events and deadlines, important to help maintain personal safety family-specific resources and from releasing certain information to families, students can go to the “My and security. Take a look at the multitude education, and so much more of tools available and ask questions on throughout the year. Info” tab at myu.umn.edu to give trusted supporters (parents, spouses, etc.) access how to use them at publicsafety.umn.edu. Sign up at: to protected information. Information • Safety is about more than basic physical gopherfamilyconnection. about Parent/Guest Access, including the safety. Consider the wide range of support umn.edu authorization process, is available at One services available on campus, including Stop (z.umn.edu/parentguestaccess). If you identity based resources and communities. will be making payments on your student’s Take a look at the Campus Climate site at campus-climate.umn.edu.

SUGGESTIONS FOR PARENTS AND FAMILY AS YOU SUPPORT YOUR STUDENT’S TRANSITION TO COLLEGE: • As the beginning of the school year gets closer, review your notes from Parent & Guest Orientation in the summer. • Empower your student to take responsibility to pack and prepare for going to school. • Engage in the Gopher Family Connection platform to indicate your preferences for the types and frequency of information you receive from the U of M. Go to gopherfamilyconnection.umn.edu to claim your free account. • Mark your calendar to participate in Parent & Family Weekend November 5-7. Details and registration will be available over the summer at parent.umn.edu.

100 // // Parents And Families Academic support It’s normal during the adjustment period to falter on an exam or get a lower grade Scenario: Your student has been in class The Academic Success

on a paper than what a student hoped for milies Centers on campus use for a few weeks and gets their first big or expected. The first thing to do is avoid a success.umn.edu to house assignment back. The grade is lower than panicking. You can help them to remember F information on learning they expected. Now what? that they are capable, smart, and do belong support resources. This is a nd at the U of M. As with any transition, they great start for all academic A Questions to ask: will need to have some patience with the success questions. • What sort of study techniques did you process and with themselves. Resources include: use? How did you prepare for and There are a multitude of resources available

complete the assignment? (page 79) on campus to help reflect on what went awry • Smart Learning Commons: arent P s • Have you visited your instructors during and create a plan for doing better on the smart.umn.edu office hours or made an appointment next attempt. A student’s academic advisor • Online academic skills to discuss what went wrong? (page 81) is a great first stop for assessing the situation coaching: Students can find office hour times on the and determining the next course of action. effectiveu.umn.edu course syllabus and posted in the Canvas Advisors not only help in course selection, • Their academic advisor: site for each course. but also in accessing resources, reviewing advising.umn.edu goals, and discussing next steps. Advisors • When does your academic advisor have will ask critical questions, adjust their style as • Student Academic their next drop-in hours or available needed to support students’ communication Support Services (SASS): appointment? (page 80) styles, challenge and support students to sass.umn.edu Note: All advising offices have drop-in engage in their academic pursuits, and hours. Times are posted on each college’s guide students toward opportunities that will advising site. enhance their academic success.

REQUIRED ONLINE EDUCATION MODULES As your student begins their college career, the U of M wants to empower them to be a healthy and successful student. Making healthy decisions throughout their college career will be an important part of their success. To promote health and academic success, students are required to complete three online education modules: AlcoholEdu for College™, Sexual Assault Prevention for Undergraduates, and the Gopher Equity Project. These modules will help prepare them to make well-informed decisions about issues that affect students during college and beyond. Your student will receive information in their U of M email account about these modules in August, and completion of the modules will be documented. AlcoholEdu for College is designed to reduce the negative consequences of alcohol by teaching important alcohol-related information, helping students learn ways to support others, and increasing awareness about alcohol and college life. Sexual Assault Prevention for Undergraduates is designed to address the critical issues of sexual assault, relationship violence, stalking, and sexual harassment by teaching key definitions and statistics, bystander skills, and campus-specific policies, procedures, and resources. The Gopher Equity Project is a diversity, equity, and inclusion initiative for undergraduate students at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities. This effort is one step in creating a positive campus climate for all students to thrive and succeed.

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Career preparation Career counselors work with students to prepare for job and internship applications, Scenario: Your student came to college practice for interviews, evaluate their talents confident in the major they planned to and interests, share career options, and pursue. Now that they are several weeks in, research opportunities that complement your student is unsure about their original the academic record. Additionally, mentor choice and what to do next. programs on campus help students envision what a specific career might look like and Questions to ask: make valuable networking connections with • Have you met with your career counselor current professionals. or academic advisor yet to discuss your Some students may be interested in feelings? doing some deeper major and career • Do you have a career in mind that is exploration. The Center for Academic dependent on a specific major? Planning and Exploration (CAPE) is a • Which classes that you are currently taking wonderful resource to assist students in are particularly interesting to you? this process. See page 86.

Most students change their major or post- graduation career plans at least once during college. Many of them will change far more often than that! If your student is unsure about their major, encourage them to visit their college’s career center.

Remember, the Parent & Family Program is always available to help you, as a family member of a student, walk through a situation or determine which campus resource is a good fit. Most of the time, your student really can navigate the challenge they are facing. We can provide you with the tools to coach them and guide them so that you feel confident, too!

Website: parent.umn.edu Email: [email protected] gopherfamilyconnection.umn.edu

Or reach us by phone at: 612-625-2517 (main office) 612-626-8770 (direct)

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Your Student Leaders

Orientation & Transition Experiences offers several great opportunities for students to develop their leadership skills while assisting new students in their transition to college. Students can get involved as a Welcome Week Leader (WWL), Orientation Leader (OL), or Transfer Student Leader (TSL). There are also internship opportunities available throughout the year. Helping students develop their leadership is a core value of Orientation & Transition Experiences.

Below are the 2021 Student Interns. These students have been working hard training the OLs, WWLs, and TSLs to bring you the best orientation experience possible. They have dedicated the past few summers to helping students transition to the University. These students have a lot of experience at the University: They are a great resource for you!

2021 Student Interns

Orientation Intern Student Leadership Intern Welcome Week Intern

Lauryn Jason Taylor Williams Castillo Gnikpingo

Orientation & Transition Experiences defines leadership not as a position, but as a group process working toward a common goal. Our goal is the successful transition of all new undergraduate students to the U of M.

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Shreya Namitha Tyler Anna Sabeena Avilala Binu Cinq-Mars Fink Jagdeo Shakopee, MN Plymouth, MN Grayslake, IL Burnsville, MN Richfield, MN

Emily Grace Abby Preethi Megan Jania Kauffman Kohner Kumar Lawson Geneva, IL Burnsville, MN Waconia, MN Savage, MN Greendale, WI

Michelle Valerie Stephen Ella Julia Lu Mao Martin McClure McIntosh Woodbury, MN Saint Paul, MN Milan, MN Shorewood, WI Minneapolis, MN

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Maisie Sarah Rose Louise Sweeney Wittwer Zhuang Batavia, IL Naperville, IL Jinan, China

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East River Pkwy. Washington Ave. Washington 4th St. 19th Ave.

Riverside Ave. Washington Ave. Washington 4th St. 19th Ave.

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Academic Success Centers Circle of Indigenous Nations Information Technology success.umn.edu 612-624-2555 IT@UMN [email protected] z.umn.edu/coin 612-301-4357 [email protected] it.umn.edu/contact-us Admissions, Office of 612-625-2008 or Community Standards, Office for International Student & Scholar 1-800-752-1000 612-624-6073 Services (ISSS) admissions.tc.umn.edu communitystandards.umn.edu 612-626-7100 [email protected] isss.umn.edu Design, College of (CDes) DIRECTORY Alumni Association, U of M 612-626-3690 Leadership Education & 612-624-2323 design.umn.edu/students Development—Undergraduate umnalumni.org [email protected] Programs (LEAD-UP) [email protected] lead.umn.edu Disability Resource Center Aurora Center for Advocacy and 612-626-1333 (v/tty) Learning Abroad Center Education diversity.umn.edu/disability 612-626-9000 612-626-2929 umabroad.umn.edu 612-626-9111 (help line 24 hours a day) Education and Human Development, aurora.umn.edu College of (CEHD) Liberal Arts, College of (CLA) 612-625-3339 612-625-2020 Bakken Center for Spirituality & z.umn.edu/CEHDnewstudent z.umn.edu/newclastudent Healing [email protected] [email protected] 612-624-9459 [email protected] Effective U Libraries, U of M www.csh.umn.edu effectiveu.umn.edu lib.umn.edu

Biological Sciences, College of (CBS) Email, U of M M Dining 612-624-9717 mail.umn.edu 612-624-0558 cbs.umn.edu www.dining.umn.edu Equity and Diversity (OED), Office for [email protected] [email protected] 612-624-0594 Bookstores, U of M diversity.umn.edu Lindahl Academic Center bookstores.umn.edu 612-625-6888 Events Calendar lindahlacademiccenter.umn.edu 612-625-6000 events.umn.edu Boynton Health Minnesota English Language Program Food, Agricultural and Natural (MELP) 612-625-8400 Resource Sciences, boynton.umn.edu 612-624-1503 College of (CFANS) ccaps.umn.edu/esl Career Services 612-301-2389 www.career.umn.edu cfans.umn.edu Multicultural Center for Academic Excellence (MCAE) Care Program Fraternity and Sorority Life, Office for 612-624-6386 612-625-2517 612-625-8405 mcae.umn.edu care.umn.edu www.fsl.umn.edu [email protected] www.begreekumn.org Carlson School of Management (CSOM) Multicultural Student Engagement 612-624-3313 Gender and Sexuality Center for 612-625-8524 carlsonschool.umn.edu Queer and Trans Life mcse.umn.edu 612-625-0537 Center for Academic Planning and gsc.umn.edu MyU Web Portal Exploration (CAPE) myu.umn.edu 612-624-3076 Gopher Athletics Ticket Information www.cape.umn.edu 1-800-U-GOPHER Off-Campus Living gophersports.umn.edu/students 612-626-5213 Center for Writing [email protected] 612-626-7579 Gopher Gold ocl.umn.edu writing.umn.edu [email protected] [email protected] One Stop Student Services Housing & Residential Life (HRL) enrollment, billing, financial aid Center for Community Engaged 612-624-2994 612-624-1111 or Learning housing.umn.edu 1-800-400-8636 612-626-2044 onestop.umn.edu www.servicelearning.umn.edu [email protected]

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Orientation & Transition Experiences Student Affairs, Office for (OSA) Student Unions & Activities (SUA) 612-624-1979 or 612-626-1242 612-624-INFO (4636) 1-800-234-1979 osa.umn.edu sua.umn.edu ote.umn.edu [email protected] [email protected] U Card Office Student Conflict Resolution Center 612-626-9900 Parent and Family Program 612-624-SCRC (7272) ucard.umn.edu 612-626-8770 www.sos.umn.edu parent.umn.edu Undergraduate Education, Office of [email protected] Student Counseling Services (SCS) www.undergrad.umn.edu 612-624-3323 612-626-9425 Parking & Transportation Services (PTS) counseling.umn.edu 612-626-PARK (7275) Undergraduate Research, Office of pts.umn.edu Student Employment (OUR) [email protected] 612-626-8608 ugresearch.umn.edu umn.edu/ohr/studentemployment President’s Emerging Scholars University Honors Program (UHP) 612-626-7388 Student English Language Support 612-624-5522 www.prezscholars.umn.edu (SELS) www.honors.umn.edu [email protected] 612-624-1503 [email protected] ccaps.umn.edu/eslhelp Public Safety—Police/911/Security University Recreation and Wellness 612-624-COPS (2677) Student Health Benefits 612-626-9222 publicsafety.umn.edu 612-624-0627 or recwell.umn.edu 1-800-232-9017 Science and Engineering, College of shb.umn.edu Veterans Services 612-624-2890 [email protected] 612-625-8076 www.cse.umn.edu onestop.umn.edu/veterans [email protected] Student Legal Service [email protected] 612-624-1001 SMART Learning Commons sls.umn.edu Women’s Center smart.umn.edu [email protected] 612-625-9837 womenscenter.umn.edu Student Academic Success Services Student Parent HELP Center [email protected] sass.umn.edu 612-626-6015 www.sphc.umn.edu [email protected]

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