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@JMUOrientation Congratulations! We are honored that you have decided to become a member of the James Madison University community! We know it must have been a big decision for you and your family. We hope you’re ready for all that we have in store for you because the university is excited about you, as the newest member of JMU! We know you are eager to arrive, and we can’t wait to have you here on campus. Your first step begins with The One Book! Our goal is to ensure you have the necessary tools and information to successfully begin your transition. We hope this book will help you navigate your journey. It might seem like a lot to handle at once. What do you have to do before you show up for classes in August? What should you know about life here? We’ve put together this book to help you out. Inside you’ll find lots of helpful information and also important deadlines. Having a plan and staying organized is the best way to do well at JMU. This book is designed to show you step-by-step what you need to know and do. You are expected to complete the various steps and stay on top of requirements and deadlines to get a great start at Madison.
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2 JMU Email Account Complete by May 10, 2017
Your first step is to set up your JMU by computer criminals. Computer viruses Here are some things to keep in mind: email account so you can receive important can allow criminals to steal your identity, ◆ Protect yourself by eliminating private university information at your new email share your email with the world and use information such as your physical address address ([email protected]). Your JMU your computer to perform many types and cell phone number. email serves as JMU’s official form of of computer crimes. Follow the StartSafe ◆ Never post your student ID number to social communication. Check your JMU email instructions on www.jmu.edu/computing/ media. If you post a photo of something that regularly because your academic advisor, quick/student.shtml to ensure that none of contains your ID number, like your JACard, faculty, as well as departments and other this happens to you. make sure it cannot be seen. students will be contacting you throughout Professors, administrators, employers and the summer. Share your email address with Think before you post! ◆ family members have access to online family and friends. You’ve probably been using social media throughout high school and we anticipate communities too and may be able to view The Computing Quick Start website you’ll continue to do so while at JMU. your profiles. To get answers to all your computing We understand that you value those ◆ Items posted to social media can be used as and telecommunication questions visit connections and we want you to continue evidence in the criminal as well as campus www.jmu.edu/computing/quick/student.shtml. nurturing those friendships. However, accountability processes. Computer security now as a JMU student you have even more ◆ Things posted to social media, even A properly functioning computer will be responsibility as a member of these online anonymously, can significantly affect others important in your day-to-day life at JMU. communities. and the community, both positively and It is very important that your computer Social media provides a great way to stay negatively. Be aware of the ripple effect that be properly set up before bringing it to in touch with friends, meet new people, you might create by posting to social media. JMU and that it be regularly maintained share pictures and uniquely express yourself, Bottom line: These online communities thereafter. If your computer is improperly but sometimes it’s hard to control who are great networking tools, but don’t forget cared for, it is almost certain that it will has access to what you post and how they to consider how what you post might be soon malfunction and/or be victimized perceive the person behind the profile. perceived or used by others.
3 www.jmu.edu/onebook First Year Student Survey Complete by May 10, 2017
The First Year Student Survey seeks This responses to questions about your high isn’t a school experiences, personal beliefs test, so there and your decision to attend college at are no right JMU. Your responses will be compiled or wrong answers! with the responses of the rest of your class. The data is used to help JMU faculty, staff and administrators understand your experiences, what you expect of college and how we can best serve you. Think about it this way: it’s your opportunity to tell us your story and what you need as a college student. How cool is that?
Emergency Notification Complete by May 11, 2017
JMU uses multiple methods of communication to inform the campus community in the event of an emergency or when the university is affected by inclement weather. One method to receive emergency notifications is via cell phone. Follow the step on The One Book website to access MyMadison, then select the Student tab to choose your emergency notification method. The LiveSafe app makes it easy to share information about potential crimes and unsafe situations with campus police. From your phone, you are able to report GPS-tagged information with added picture, video and audio clips. It also allows law enforcement to push information out to users to supplement the Madison Alert system already in place on campus. LiveSafe is available as a free download in both the Google Play and iTunes stores.
Emergency Contact Complete by May 11, 2017
JMU prides itself on its commitment to your safety and we expect you to make responsible decisions. However, there are occasions such as a personal emergency or crisis where the university may need to contact your family. It is vitally important that the university has accurate emergency contact information for you. Sit down with your family and determine who should be listed as your emergency contact. You don’t have to choose just one. You can have multiple family members and contact information listed (e.g., cell phone, work phone, email, etc.). One more thing … it is important to keep this emergency contact information updated. Throughout your college career, one or more family members may move, change jobs or phone numbers. When that happens, remember to log in to MyMadison to update their information.
4 JMU Honor Code
Academic integrity is a serious matter at citations and buying or using papers written JMU. You could be suspended or expelled by someone else are just a few examples of JMU Jargon for violating the Honor Code. Honor Code violations that have potential Chips is Mr. Chips, a full-service Do you know what constitutes cheating to jeopardize your status as a student. Visit convenience store located across the at JMU? Well, now is the time to learn. www.jmu.edu/honorcode to review the street from the JMU Bookstore. Cheating, copying, plagiarizing, improper information. Convo is the Convocation Center, where basketball games, concerts and other events are held. CSL is Community Service-Learning, an office connecting you to serve Math Placement Exam locally and abroad. D-Hub is the temporary dining facility Complete by May 15, 2017 while D-Hall is under construction. Dukes, that’s us! Our mascot, Duke Dog, honors former JMU President All incoming students, no matter what their major or math ability, take this exam. This Samuel Page Duke. exam is a vital tool that will determine which course is appropriate for you based on your E-Hall is the all-you-care-to-eat dining current skills, as proper math placement is an essential factor in your academic success. We facility on the east side of campus. want you to have a successful experience and it is imperative to be in the right course for that FLEX is a declining-balance account to happen. You are bound by the JMU Honor Code (www.jmu.edu/honorcode) when taking that you or your family can add the exam, and therefore are not allowed to use calculators and/or other sources (including money to. friends and family) on the math placement exam. FROGs are First yeaR Orientation It will take you about 90 minutes to complete the exam. Your scores will be available in Guides who will guide you during 1787 MyMadison within 24 hours of completion. You will need your scores when you prepare for August Orientation. class enrollment. You can find additional information about the Math Placement Exam on FYI, First Year Involvement, is located The One Book website. in Huffman Hall. It’s a place where you can have fun and get assistance with writing projects and academic support. GenEd is the General Education Program, see Pages 12-13. HD is your hall director who manages your residence hall. JACard is your JMU Access Card. MOAT stands for Madison Orientation Adventure Trips. See Page 38 to learn more and register for a trip. OPAs, Orientation Peer Advisers, will guide you through Summer Springboard and help run 1787 August Orientation. ORL is the Office of Residence Life, located in Huffman Hall, and is in charge of all on-campus housing. RA is your guide to on-campus living. The resident advisers live in your building and are able to assist you. TDU is Taylor Down Under, a great place to hang out, play a board game with friends or study. UREC is the University Recreation Center, a newly renovated facility designed to meet all of your fitness and adventure needs.
5 www.jmu.edu/onebook First Year Housing Contract and Roommate Matching Complete by May 15, 2017
A place to call your own. Has a nice ring about personal gripes and habits with from one roommate’s area preferences when to it, right? Sure, you’ll be sharing it with someone other than your best friend. assigning your space. Room assignments others, but you will learn to love it. You’ll If you haven’t requested a roommate, are not made based on your major. If you be living with new and exciting people, but don’t worry! Forty percent of all new are interested in living with people who you’ll also learn how to carve out a personal students are assigned to a random have similar academic interests, one of our space that is all yours. It’s part of the learning roommate. If no roommate has been Residential Learning Communities could process. Living on campus is an adventure identified, the housing office will select be right for you! Learn more about these like no other! roommates based on the responses given communities on Page 8. Your First Year Housing Contract on your lifestyle portion of the First Temporary room assignments Year Housing Contract. Smoking is not All first-year students need to sign an Each year, a number of temporary permitted in any residence hall. However, electronic housing contract. The contract assignments are made by assigning three for roommate compatibility, smoking tells the housing office a whole lot of students to double-occupancy rooms. preferences will be considered when making information about you, so, it’s time for you Whenever possible, these assignments are room assignments. to do a little soul searching and a bit of made based on the contract signed date. Top introspection. Room assignments priority for reassignment is given to students After signing your contract, you will After all students have completed their in temporary spaces. Mutual roommates complete a lifestyle preferences section that housing contracts, the housing office is able may be placed in temporary triples. you will need to fill out yourself. No help to make room assignments. The housing Housing Accommodations from your family on this one. We need system assigns each student a random If you have a medical need or disability, we to know what YOU want. We will use number and then assigns students based can accommodate you. It is important that your lifestyle preferences to match you to on available spaces within our first-year ORL knows as early as possible about any roommates. The answers to these questions residence halls. If you and a friend have particular concerns that need to be addressed go a long way toward helping us put you mutually requested each other in the Online with your assignment. ORL does not have with the people who are going to make your Housing System by May 15, the housing access to the information you share with time at JMU pleasant, positive and, most system will assign you together. the University Health Center. Therefore, importantly, successful. One of the most important parts of if you need an accommodation like air- Want to select your roommate? Be sure completing your housing contract is ranking conditioning or a suite-style bathroom, to mutually select each other in the Online your area preferences. You are able to rank you will need to complete a Housing Housing System by May 15 in order to your preferences in the Online Housing Accommodation Request Form. This form be assigned together. Finding a roommate System, but you may be assigned to a is designed to provide ORL and the Office is easy. New students can search for and building that you ranked lower or didn’t of Disability Services with specific medical message potential roommates. Think rank at all. If you have a mutual roommate, information from you and your healthcare carefully about choosing to live with your make sure you both agree on your area provider. ODS coordinates the housing best friend from home. It sounds crazy, preferences in the housing system. If they are accommodation process. Find the form at but sometimes it is easier to speak candidly different, the software will randomly select www.jmu.edu/orl/housing/requests.shtml. It must be submitted by May 15. In an effort to support all of our new Housing Dukes, we encourage you to contact the Accommodation Associate Director of Housing to ask any Forms are due by May 15! questions about housing accommodations based on gender identity. Each request will be addressed with a commitment to providing a housing opportunity that best meets the needs of the student. Visit our website at www.jmu.edu/ orl/housing/first-year.shtml for more information about living on campus as a new Duke!
6 Residential housing
James Madison University prides itself on our outstanding residence halls! All first-year halls have a variety of amenities, Single- including kitchen facilities, study lounges, wireless internet in all bedrooms and recreational features such as Ping Pong gender floor tables, pool tables and big-screen televisions. Similar to many other universities, not all of JMU’s residence halls are air requests are conditioned. In fact, only half of our halls have this feature. To beat the heat, we encourage all residents to bring a box due by fan for their window. Each hall does contain at least one air conditioned space in the building, typically the TV lounge. June 15! So when it’s hot, stay cool and enjoy some time with your hall mates! Each hall is mixed gender with separate bathroom facilities for men and women. You will not be living with someone from the opposite gender, but he or she may be your neighbor!
Bluestone Lake halls, two wings of residents share a Built using Virginia limestone, Bluestone bathroom that is cleaned by housekeeping halls reflect a traditional design of long staff on a regular basis. These buildings are open hallways with rooms on either side not air-conditioned but provide a great view of the main corridor. Most Bluestone of the lake and offer the excitement of a rooms are arranged in suites with two or football game day at Bridgeforth Stadium. three students to a room and two rooms Skyline sharing a bathroom. Students sharing the This area is located on East Campus. Made Bluestone bathroom are responsible for maintaining up of three residence halls, each building the cleanliness of their bathroom. Rooms in has two wings of five floors. The majority of Wayland Hall share a community bathroom, rooms in Skyline are double occupancy, with which is cleaned by housekeeping staff. a few single- and triple-occupancy rooms. Some double rooms in the Bluestone area Most Skyline rooms are located on a corridor may be temporarily used as triple occupancy. with shared bathrooms that are cleaned All Bluestone halls, with the exception of regularly by housekeeping staff. There are Spotswood Hall, are air-conditioned. some suite-style rooms in Skyline that share Hillside Hillside a bathroom. Residents are responsible for Designed with double-occupancy rooms the cleanliness of these bathrooms. All off of a hallway, there are three residence Skyline halls are air-conditioned. Some halls that make up the Hillside area. Bell, double rooms in the Skyline area may be Hillside and McGraw-Long are three-story temporarily used as triple occupancy. buildings with community bathrooms Village cleaned regularly by housekeeping staff. The The Village is comprised of nine, three-story Hillside area is centrally located, so residents buildings located in the middle of campus. Lake of these buildings are right in the middle of These halls are arranged in suites of three what makes JMU great! All buildings in the double bedrooms that share a common Hillside area have air-conditioning. living room. ORL provides two chairs, a Lake loveseat and an end table in all common Eagle and Shorts Hall are the first-year rooms. Two suites share a community residence halls in the Lake area. Eagle Hall bathroom, which is cleaned on a regular has eight floors, with four wings on each basis by housekeeping staff. While these floor. Each wing has double rooms and a buildings are not air-conditioned, they are Skyline limited number of single rooms. Shorts Hall centrally located with close proximity to the is a five-story building where each floor has Quad, East Campus, UREC and Bridgeforth four wings of double rooms. In each of the Stadium.
The JMU Res Life app, available through the Apple App Store and Google Play, is a great way to learn more about our residence halls! Virtual tours of all residence halls include a 3D interactive tour of each space, information about the residence hall, a layout diagram of the room and basic furniture dimensions. Visit our website at www.jmu.edu/orl/ for more information regarding our residence halls! Village
7 www.jmu.edu/onebook Residential Learning Communities
RLC applications are due by May 15!
The on-campus housing possibilities are instructions and application. Applications The Honors Living and Learning Center amazing. One unique option is participating are due by May 15. The Honors Living and Learning Center in a Residential Learning Community. Your is for students admitted to the Honors Selection process connections to JMU’s intellectual and social College. It provides experiences and Faculty representing these communities life will be enhanced through living and facilities for high-achieving, highly will review your application. Submitting learning with students who share similar motivated and intellectually curious the required application does not guarantee interests. Closer interactions with devoted students. Students live together with other assignment to this community. Once faculty members, the formation of informal Honors students and work with faculty accepted into an RLC, you will enroll in study groups and other experiences will ease members to explore mutual interests in a specific section of one or more related your transition to college. You and a small learning and discovery to promote the classes. For more information see the Prepare group of first-year students will be in the same intellectual culture that is at the core of for Class Enrollment step on The One Book section of one or more classes related to the the Honors College vision and mission. website and on Page 17. academic focus of your learning community. Intellectual engagement is the primary You can live with the roommate of your driving force in programming for the choice in one of our RLCs. All roommate Honors Living and Learning Center. First- pairs must be mutually confirmed in the year Honors students are expected, but Online Housing System by May 15 to not required, to live in Shenandoah Hall, guarantee a match. which serves as the Honors residence hall. Application process For more information about RLCs, Space is limited in these communities, so including frequently asked questions and you must apply to be accepted into one. faculty contact information, visit www.jmu. Visit The One Book website to find the edu/orl/housing/rlc.shtml!
8 A variety of choices
Residential Learning Classes Academic emphasis Location Community (1 – 3 credits each (in or near) up to 3 classes)
Huber: Seminar class in fall ◆ Develop community awareness by interacting with faculty, health Chesapeake Hall Pre-professional health and spring professionals and local agencies students ◆ Introduce skills in professionalism, community-based service-learning, reflection and collaboration to address local and global health issues ◆ Explore inter-professional perspectives in shaping innovative healthcare ◆ Prepare for a professional health career to provide quality, culturally responsive care for everyone MadisonBiz: Classes in fall ◆ Prepare students to be engaged and principled business professionals Chesapeake Hall College of Business and leaders majors ◆ Introduce students to skills in reflection, professionalism, teamwork and networking ◆ Allow students to learn more about the variety of majors in the College of Business Madison Seminar class in fall ◆ Learn about world cultures, beliefs and practices Hoffman Hall International: and spring ◆ Create a cultural exchange between international and American Students interested in student-residents other cultures, countries ◆ Learn and reflect on personal beliefs and values, development and languages in any through lifespan and impact on society and the culture-at-large major Psychology: Classes in fall and ◆ Jump start your major with a unique introduction to psychology Hoffman Hall Psychology majors spring ◆ Advanced classwork and early admission to the major ◆ Participate in research and practical experiences ◆ Develop relationships with psychology faculty and students Roop: Classes in fall and ◆ Complete core science classes as a cohort Gifford Hall Students interested in spring ◆ Introduce a strong commitment to community service-learning teaching Pre-K through ◆ Participate in field trips to observe local elementary, middle and high 12th grade in any major schools and community agencies ◆ Collaborate on community engagement projects Trelawny: Seminar class in fall ◆ Participate in a biology faculty research program Chesapeake Hall Biology majors and and spring ◆ Explore the process of scientific discovery in small group discussion students interested in ◆ Meet and engage with biology faculty and upperclass students research through outings and activities ◆ Receive mentoring from upperclass teaching assistants and Trelawny faculty Visual and Seminar class in fall ◆ Participate in the artistic and academic culture within the College of Wayland Hall Performing Arts: Visual and Performing Arts Majors in the College of ◆ Engage diversity in all its forms, specifically the way diversity is Visual and Performing portrayed and explored through the arts Arts, minors in the arts ◆ Emphasis on the creative and interdisciplinary connection between and students with majors the arts and other fields of study closely connected to or ◆ Explore the processes of various artistic practices with a strong interest in the arts
Space is limited. New RLCs may be added for the 2017-2018 academic year. For the most updated list of RLCs visit www.jmu.edu/orl/housing/rlc.shtml.
9 www.jmu.edu/onebook Housing for 2018-2019
Already know you want to live on campus meet all state-mandated fire codes ◆ Amenities! Your semester room rent and for two years? ORL is pleased to offer including centralized alarm systems fees includes wireless internet, cable TV, incoming students priority access to a that communicate directly to the fire all utilities, access to study lounges and limited number of housing contracts for department and the JMU police whenever a variety of recreational areas including 2018-2019 on a first-come, first-served the system is activated. All rooms are also billiards rooms, sand volleyball or basis. Signing your 2018-2019 contract now equipped with hard wired smoke detectors basketball courts and barbecue areas. will guarantee you a spot on campus for your and heat sensors. ◆ Engagement! Research shows that second year. Signing now also means earlier ◆ Convenience! Everything you want to compared to college students who live off access to the room selection process that will do is just a short walk or bus ride from campus, students who live in the residence take place during the spring 2018 semester. your residence hall, including UREC, the halls are more likely to graduate, more Living on campus has many benefits, Health Center, dining halls, athletic events, involved in extracurricular, social and including: the Student Success Center, Madison cultural events on campus, more positive ◆ Knowing your neighbors! Only full-time Union and, of course, your classes! about the social climate and interact more undergraduates can live in JMU’s residence ◆ Location! Location! Location! Upperclass frequently with faculty members and peers. halls which means you are guaranteed to residence halls are located throughout ◆ Peace of mind! By signing a housing be sharing space with other Dukes and campus including in the Bluestone area contract now, you won’t have to worry only other Dukes. and on East Campus. Additionally we about taking time out of your busy first ◆ Security! All JMU residence halls are offer over 500 beds in our newest facility, year trying to find a place to live for equipped with JACard systems that restrict the Apartments on Grace. Located off 2018-2019. access to occupants only. Each hall has Main Street, these apartments are a Students who sign 2018-2019 contracts resident staff that lives in the building and combination of four-person and two- will be able to select from upperclass suites are available to assist with everything from person units with residents in double and rooms across campus during spring routine questions to emergency situations. bedrooms. Each unit has a kitchen, as well semester’s Online Room Selection process. as a bathroom for each bedroom in the ◆ Safety! All of JMU’s residence halls Specific building locations will be finalized apartment. during fall 2017.
10 Prepare for your academic success
major may seem like a daunting process, but whether you’ve already decided on a major or are still exploring your options, utilize the resources in The One Book to help you make an informed choice. Choosing your major is important and you are required to declare one by the beginning of your third semester.
Undeclared For some, choosing a major is simple. From the time they got their first microscope, they knew they were interested in science. That’s not true for everybody, and that’s OK. Undeclared is one of the most popular options selected by first-year students. At JMU, while we have many wonderful majors, we support a student’s decision to be undeclared and offer a variety of resources to help students move forward. By choosing undeclared, you are intentional about needing a little more time to craft your goals, ask questions, consider your options and gather information before you finalize your It’s time to think about how you will is broken into five clusters to offer a solid choice. Career and Academic Planning offers foundation to help you become an educated prepare for your academic success. The many resources to help you explore options, and enlightened citizen. The program’s resources are all here to help you understand make decisions and achieve your goals. Keep philosophy promotes the cultivation of the components of your academic experience in mind that some majors specify that you habits of the mind and heart that are and how they are integrated to provide you begin required classwork as early as the first essential to developing informed citizens with a world class education. As a liberal arts semester of your first year. If you wait too who contribute to the democratic society education university, your classes will teach long to declare a major, you may need more and the global community. The program is you to be a better communicator, critical than four years to graduate. Learn more committed to helping students develop their thinker, problem solver and collaborator. about CAP at www.jmu.edu/cap. ability to reason and make ethical choices; You will be prepared to lead a meaningful to appreciate beauty and understand the Explore your major and productive life, equipped to solve natural and social worlds they live in; to Exploring academic and career options challenging societal problems. The General recognize the importance of the past and requires dedication to self-reflection. It Education program lays the foundation for work towards a better future. is a process of discovering and narrowing your major courses. The Prepare for Class options, making choices and identifying Enrollment modules on the website will Your major your next steps. assist you in understanding requirements You will spend the bulk of your time for your selected major and identifying first attending your major classes where you Sometimes exploration provides you with semester classes. will learn the content and skills needed to more options than you originally considered. be competitive in the job market following It is important to initially keep your options General Education graduation. There are many majors that can open to fully consider your potential path. The General Education Program is the lead you to a career path, and many career Review Page 14 for strategies to help decide core liberal arts portion of your degree and paths can come from one major. Selecting a on a major.
11 www.jmu.edu/onebook General Education: The Human Community
General Education: The Human Cluster Two Cluster Three Community is the core academic program Arts and Humanities The Natural World that all Dukes complete, regardless of major. Cluster Two centers on those areas of Cluster Three focuses on understanding the The courses are grouped into five learning academic study that invite a deepened world around us through mathematical and areas that we call clusters. Each cluster is appreciation of the human condition and scientific models and reasoning. In Cluster designed by our faculty to prepare you the myriad ways it has been expressed — Three you will complete a math course, for success in all aspects of your life, not from philosophy and music to history and science courses from two different areas and a specific job. The courses you choose to literature. Long valued for their intrinsic a laboratory requirement. Through these complete program requirements add up to worth, the arts and humanities help us courses you will be introduced to a body of 41 credits – one-third of your total credits! explore our purpose, help us make sense scientific and mathematical facts, concepts Learn more about the five clusters in the of our world and enable us to understand and models. These investigations into the Prepare for Class Enrollment step. different times, places and cultures. The natural world use analytical methods to multidisciplinary experience within Cluster evaluate evidence, build, test and develop Cluster One theories. Cluster Three courses strive to Skills for the 21st Century Two enhances cross-disciplinary creative make you an informed citizen capable Cluster One is the cornerstone of The thinking, recognized as an essential skill in of analyzing and using scientific and Human Community and should be the twenty-first century. Students enrich quantitative information. completed in your first year. This cluster their appreciation of the arts and humanities emphasizes knowledge and skills in the areas by taking three courses (nine credits), one Special features of Cluster Three of oral and written communications, critical from each of the three areas that comprise You should complete Cluster Three as soon thinking and information literacy. These are the cluster: Human Questions and Contexts, as possible, preferably by the end of your also the skills employers say they most want Visual and Performing Arts and Literature. sophomore year. Remember to complete to see in a prospective employee – so begin Special features of Cluster Two your Math Placement Exam. See Page 5 building them here! Some students fulfill their arts and for more specific information regarding the Math Placement Exam. The exam can be Special features of Cluster One humanities requirements by studying found on The One Book website and must be Students fulfill Cluster One requirements abroad. For additional details, go to submitted by May 15. by completing a writing course, with AP www.jmu.edu/gened/abroad.shtml. or IB exam scores or by transfer credit. Students must also complete one course in critical thinking and one course in human communication. Lastly, students must pass the Madison Research Essential Skills Test.
12 Cluster Four Cluster Five Madison Research Essential Skills Test Social and Cultural Processes Individuals in the Human Community Information literacy skills are foundational Cluster Four courses encourage you to Through studying the many variables that to your university coursework and as such explore the key social and cultural processes influence human behavior in contemporary are included in Cluster One of General and structures that shape the human society, you gain an understanding of the Education. All students are required to pass experience. With the rapid changes taking relationship between the individual and the MREST within their first academic year place in today’s world, it is imperative a diverse community and develop a sense at JMU. that you obtain an understanding of the of responsibility for self and community. Your academic advisor will provide human experience both as it relates to our You will explore how individuals develop additional information at Summer Springboard. society and also as part of the larger global and function in the social, intellectual, community. emotional, physical and spiritual GenEd in Scotland You will learn to think critically dimensions. Complete 13 hours of general education requirements during a nine-week summer about the theoretical perspectives and Special features of Cluster Five program in Edinburgh and St. Andrews, methodologies that guide analysis and As with courses in the other clusters, several Scotland. Visit www.jmu.edu/global/abroad/ inform public policy. Students take two of the Cluster Five courses are requirements programs/semester-in-scotland.shtml for classes to satisfy Cluster Four requirements. for certain majors or pre-professional more information. One course provides an in-depth exposure programs. Students will learn more about to the American experience, and the second the requirements through discussions with Civic Engagement course examines important contemporary their academic advisor. Dukes Vote is a non-partisan, student-led global issues. These courses reflect JMU’s initiative that strives to enhance the JMU commitment to prepare you for citizenship. Questions? For more information about the General mission of civic engagement by facilitating Special features of Cluster Four Education Program and a complete listing access to the tools and resources students The three courses in the American of cluster courses and requirements, go to need to register to vote and to take an active experience area – HIST 225 (U.S. History), www.jmu.edu/gened, call (540) 568-2852 or role in the democratic process. Learn how JUST 225 (Justice and American Society) email [email protected]. to register to vote, vote absentee and locate and POSC 225 (U.S. Government) – are resources to help you be informed about four credits each. That means more in-class local, state and federal elections. Visit time than typical three-credit courses. www.jmu.edu/vote for more information. General Education Engage, Educate, Enlighten
13 www.jmu.edu/onebook Explore JMU majors
We want to help you make a thoughtful 2. Decide which majors align with your major you declare will have specific courses decision about a major and that’s why we’ve interests, values and career aspirations. and/or sections in which you must enroll for lined up resources for you in The One Book Go to The One Book website and click on your first semester. and on the Prepare for Class Enrollment step. the Prepare for Class Enrollment step. From What if I am not ready to declare a major? What if I already know my major? here you will discover the links to: Explore Select undeclared, and you will be assigned Great! Now take some time to reflect on how Majors, Major Snapshots and the Career to an advisor in Career and Academic you chose that major. Use the resources here Guide to JMU Majors. Planning who is trained to help you with the and on The One Book website to confirm 3. Consult the 1st Semester Enrollment decision-making process. You have until the your choice. Worksheets online to help you declare a major. fall of your sophomore year to declare your major. We recognize that being undeclared What if I don’t know which major to declare? Module 4 contains Enrollment is not the same as being indecisive - you just That’s OK! Use the resources here and on Worksheets outlining which courses are want to take a little more time to craft your the web to jump-start your thinking. In required for your first semester at JMU and goals, ask questions, consider your options the meantime, you can select undeclared are available by major and degree type. and gather information before you finalize until you choose. However, if you plan Why do some majors sound the same and your choice. to graduate in four years, there are some what do some of the names mean? What are progression standards and which majors that include course requirements that Sometimes the name of the major doesn’t majors have them? begin in your first year. Here’s how to begin fully describe what you will study or what it You may take lower-level classes in many thinking about majors: prepares you to do. Look at the descriptions majors, but might need to meet additional 1. Consider the following questions: to find out what careers graduates of each standards before being fully admitted to the major pursue. ◆ What interests you? major. See the Prepare for Class Enrollment ◆ What are your values? What will my major prepare me to do? step on The One Book website to find out Check out the list of majors on The One ◆ What have you always aspired to do? if your major(s) of interest has additional Book website to find career information. requirements. ◆ What are you good at doing? Does it matter which major I declare? When and where do I declare my major? ◆ What topics do you like and not like? Yes. Your academic advisor will be assigned Within the Orientation Reservation & What volunteer work have you enjoyed? ◆ to you according to the major you declare Declaring a Major step you will declare ◆ What careers have caught your attention? for Summer Springboard. In most cases, the your major (and pre-professional program, if necessary). Additional majors and/or minors can be added after 1787 August Orientation. Is there help along the way? You will meet with your academic advisor at Summer Springboard. He or she will guide you as you review your class schedule. Your advisor will introduce you to resources available on campus and help you with any academic problems that come up during your first semester.
How majors work Many majors at JMU have admission or progression standards that reflect the level of talent and performance necessary for success in the major. You may take lower- level courses in most disciplines, but may need to meet additional standards before being fully admitted to a major. All majors fall into one or more of the following categories:
14 ◆ Talent-based fine arts programs that make your Springboard reservation, declare a Resources to help you choose require an audition or portfolio review as major and your pre-professional program of Once classes begin, Career and Academic part of admission to the major; interest, if applicable. Review the Prepare for Planning can help you confirm or choose a step for more information. major. Utilize the following services: ◆ Programs with space limits due to Class Enrollment the number of available clinical sites, Teacher licensure ◆ The one-credit hour Career and Academic Planning class (UNST 102) will help you technology labs, etc.; Want to teach at the early childhood, learn how your values, personality, interests Programs with progression standards such elementary, middle education or special ◆ and skills relate to potential majors or as prerequisites and GPA requirements education level? Declare interdisciplinary future careers. where your ability to master subject content liberal studies for your major. Thinking in lower-division courses is essential for about secondary education (grades 6-12)? ◆ Tools such as FOCUS (self-assessment) success in upper-division courses; Declare biology, chemistry, Earth science, and VAULT (career research) will help you learn more about your interests. ◆ Programs open to any student in good English, history, mathematics, modern Decision-making programs and individual academic standing. foreign languages, physics or political science ◆ as your major and secondary education as appointments for career counseling are Check out the Prepare for Class your teacher licensure area. available. Enrollment step on The One Book website CAP can also assist you with your for more information about majors, teacher While you will be asked to specify a ◆ internship/job search and career education and pre-professional programs and teacher licensure area of interest on The One development. admission and progression standards. Book website, keep in mind that admission to a teacher licensure preparation program ◆ The Career Guide to JMU Majors at www. Health professions is not automatic – you must apply after jmu.edu/cap/careerguide lists each major Pre-professional programs such as pre- meeting program admission requirements. with information about careers, internships medicine, pre-veterinary medicine and pre- Your academic advisor will provide you with and other resources to help you understand physical therapy are not majors. When you more information at Springboard. the possibilities within each major.
15 www.jmu.edu/onebook Your choices at JMU
Majors For the most current list of majors, check our website.
College of Arts and Letters College of Health and Behavioral Geology Anthropology Studies Mathematics Communication Studies Athletic Training Physics English Communication Sciences and Disorders Statistics History Dietetics College of Visual and Performing Arts International Affairs Health Sciences Architectural Design 1 Justice Studies Health Services Administration Art History Media Arts and Design Kinesiology Dance 1 Modern Foreign Languages Nursing Graphic Design 1 Philosophy and Religion Psychology Industrial Design 1 Political Science Social Work Music 1 Public Policy and Administration Musical Theatre 1 Sociology College of Integrated Science Studio Art 1 Writing, Rhetoric and Technical and Engineering Theatre 1 Communication Computer Science Engineering Hart School of Hospitality and College of Business Geographic Science Sport and Recreation Management Accounting Integrated Science and Technology Hospitality Management Computer Information Systems Intelligence Analysis Economics Sport and Recreation Management Finance College of Science and Mathematics University Studies International Business Biology and College of Education Management Biophysical Chemistry Independent Scholars Marketing Biotechnology Interdisciplinary Liberal Studies Quantitative Finance Chemistry Undeclared Earth Science
1. In order to declare this major, there are additional requirements. Click the sidebar Declare your Major link on the Orientation Reservation & Declaring a Major step on the website for more information.
Pre-professional Programs consist Teacher Education Students who wish to pursue teacher licensure are required to select of courses and experiences designed to the appropriate JMU major as listed below. Students should apply to the specific teacher prepare you for the required graduate licensure program their first semester at JMU. study and/or licensure necessary for a career in your chosen field. Teacher Licensure Area Major Art (PreK-12) Studio Art Pre-dentistry Dance (PreK-12) Dance Pre-forensic Studies Elementary Education (PreK-6) 1 Interdisciplinary Liberal Studies Pre-law English as a Second Language (PreK-12) 2 Modern Foreign Languages or English suggested Pre-medicine Foreign Language Modern Foreign Languages Pre-occupational Therapy Health and Physical Education (PreK-12) 1 Kinesiology Pre-optometry Inclusive Early Childhood Education Interdisciplinary Liberal Studies Pre-pharmacy (PreK-3 and Special Education birth-age 5) 1 Pre-physical Therapy Middle Education 1 Interdisciplinary Liberal Studies Pre-physician Assistant Music Education (PreK-12) Music Pre-theology Secondary Education (6-12) 1, 3 Select the major that represents your content area of interest Pre-veterinary Medicine Special Education (K-12) 1 Interdisciplinary Liberal Studies or Psychology suggested Theatre Education (PreK-12) Theatre
1. These are five-year teacher licensure programs with a required master’s degree. 2. This can be a four or five-year program. 3. Declare one of the following majors: biology, chemistry, Earth science, English, history, mathematics, physics or political science.
16 Prepare for Class Enrollment Complete by May 25, 2017
It’s time to prepare for your first semester requirements for your major and show you programs which interest you. You will of classes at JMU. To do so, you will work how to enroll in classes during your June be able to declare only one major/pre- through a five-module series which will enrollment appointment. The information professional program to get started and you prepare you to enroll in classes. The modules in the modules is very important. We suggest will enroll in those major-specific classes. will teach you about the degrees offered, you allow time to review them carefully. After completing the modules and introduce you to the The 1st Semester Enrollment Worksheet submitting your reservation to attend General Education will help you identify the classes in which Summer Springboard, you should return Adding Program, inform you need to enroll for the first semester. The to your steps on June 8 to find out when a second you of specific information is major-based so feel free to the enrollment appointment opens. Once major or minors first-semester browse various majors and pre-professional the enrollment appointment opens, you will be addressed will have access to it 24 hours a day, during your 1787 seven days a week through the end of August Orientation Summer Springboard. This provides ample advising session. opportunity for you to enroll in your fall classes using the enrollment worksheet as your guide. You are expected to arrive for your reserved Summer Springboard session enrolled in a fall schedule of 14-16 credit hours. Being properly prepared will allow you and your academic advisor to discuss your schedule during your advising session. We strongly recommend you enroll early as seats fill quickly, but feel free to continue to check for openings. The View your Enrollment Appointment step will provide information you need to know about enrolling in classes for the fall semester.
Info for your family! Are your family members interested in learning more about your enrollment process? We have a module just for them at www.jmu.edu/1st-semester/parents.shtml.
Libraries
At JMU, the libraries are here to support your academic success. We provide comfortable, safe places to learn, create, explore and collaborate, as well as collections, technology and knowledgeable staff to assist you. Students who take full advantage of the libraries’ resources early in their academic careers are more confident and skilled when it comes to doing university-level research. We understand that a big university library system can be overwhelming. We offer assistance navigating the libraries at our help desks, via online chat or by appointment. We also provide online tutorials and walk-in workshops. As you progress in your major, you will meet your subject librarian, an expert in the research resources for your discipline, who can provide personalized assistance. Check us out at www.lib.jmu.edu to see all the information and services we provide. We look forward to assisting you.
17 www.jmu.edu/onebook Foreign Language Placement Exam Complete by May 26, 2017
There are a few important things to know about studying languages at JMU. B.A. programs If you have had two or more years of a Anthropology * language in high school, you cannot receive Art History credit for the 101, 102 or 111 classes in the Biology * language you studied, and those credits will Communication Sciences and not transfer from another college. However, Disorders * if you want to start a new language at JMU Communication Studies * (one you have never studied), you can enroll Dance in the 101 level of that language without Earth Science taking the placement exam. Finally, if you Economics * place into the 300 level and want to use that English placement to fulfill the two-year foreign Geographic Science * History language requirement for the B.A. degree, Independent Scholars * you must confirm that placement by either International Affairs retaking the FLPE in the Language Resource You may or may not need to take a Foreign Justice Studies * Center and placing into the 300 level again Language Placement Exam; it depends on Mathematics * or taking the 300 class. several variables. You will need to take the Media Arts and Design * FLPE if all of the following three statements Remember that when you take the Modern Foreign Languages are true: FLPE, you are bound by the JMU Honor Music, Vocal Track 1. You have taken two or more years of Code. You are not allowed to use outside Musical Theatre French, German, Russian or Spanish in high sources (including friends or family) on Philosophy and Religion * school; and the exam and you may take the exam only Physics * 2. You have not taken the SAT II in that once per language every three semesters. Political Science language; and Taking it more than once will interfere with Psychology * 3. You are pursuing a Bachelor of Arts degree your enrollment process and may put you Sociology * or a Bachelor of Business Administration in the wrong class. We want you to have a Studio Art * degree that requires a foreign language (see successful experience and it is imperative Theatre list on right). that you are in the right class for that to Writing, Rhetoric and Technical Still not sure if you need to take a FLPE? happen. Communication * You can find your answer when you take the For more information see the Foreign B.B.A. programs questionnaire at the FLPE website: www. Language Placement Exam website at International Business jmu.edu/langcenter/flpe/quest. www.jmu.edu/langcenter/flpe.
* These majors provide the option to pursue either a Bachelor of Arts degree or a Bachelor of Science degree. B.S. programs, as a rule, do not have foreign language requirements, so you would not have to take a placement exam unless you wanted to continue your language study at JMU. Each degree program has different requirements. If you are not sure which degree program to pursue, it is best to take the Foreign Language Placement exam now in order to stay on track with program requirements.
18 Orientation Reservation & Declaring a Major Complete by May 31, 2017
Summer Springboard is the second phase a lot of questions, too. There’s information enter a request at a later date, please return of your transition. Becoming a student at we need to share with your family, so we have to the Orientation Reservation & Declaring JMU is a big life change. There are a lot created a Springboard schedule specifically a Major step to submit that information. If of things to figure out. You will come to for them. While you’re meeting with your you have questions, please use the Send a campus for one day in either June or July advisor, your family will be attending Message tab within The One Book website to to meet other members of your incoming sessions about everything from JMU services contact our office. class, get advice from your OPA, learn about and resources to the educational philosophy International students (and U.S. the expectations of being a member of the behind the GenEd Program. students living abroad) campus community and meet with your Athletes and musicians International students (on an F-1 and J-1 visa) advisor, who will approve your schedule. Even though members of fall athletic teams must arrive by Aug. 21 to attend Transitions – the international orientation program – as Make your Springboard reservation and the Marching Royal Dukes arrive early it will address immigration requirements for First-Year Summer Springboard dates fill for the semester in August, you still must maintaining your temporary status. All other up fast, so reserve your spot now! You must attend Summer Springboard in June or July. visa holders and U.S. citizens living abroad complete all the previously required steps in We have also set up the schedule for 1787 are encouraged and welcomed to attend. order to access the Orientation Reservation & August Orientation so that it fits with your Health insurance, classroom issues, safety, Declaring a Major step. Since Springboard scheduled practices. transportation and resources for students living dates are granted on a first-come, first- abroad will be addressed. It will also provide reserved basis, we encourage you to complete Disability accommodations you with an opportunity to make new friends the required steps as soon as possible to have If you (or your guest attending Summer with similar experiences as yours. For more access to the best available dates. Springboard) require accommodations during Orientation, please submit your information and to register, visit www.jmu. Does it matter what day I attend? request in the appropriate Disability edu/global/isss/get-involved/transitions.shtml. Yes. Summer Springboard is college- Accommodations section when you specific; date availability will be based on The Orientation fee complete your reservation. Requests for your declared major submitted through the All university financial accounts for first- accommodations must be submitted Orientation Reservation & Declaring a Major year students will be charged $180. This fee 10 business days prior to your reserved step. It is important to attend the date you covers Summer Springboard, 1787 August Orientation date for us to best serve you. confirm so we can provide you programming Orientation and other first-year programs. We are not able to provide wheelchairs. If and advising based on your declared major. You don’t have to pay the Orientation you or your guest has difficulties walking, fee at this time; however, if you have an Families need Orientation, too! please bring a wheelchair and an extra guest installment payment plan, make sure your Sure, you’re the one leaving, but families have to assist throughout the day. If you need to annual budget includes this charge.
19 www.jmu.edu/onebook View your Enrollment Appointment Available on June 8, 2017
Your enrollment appointment is ready to be viewed, assuming you have completed all of your required steps by the deadline. Please Today is note, today is not the day you will actually not the day enroll! We are making your enrollment you will actually appointment viewable so you can plan to enroll! be available. Mark your calendar with the date and time your enrollment appointment begins as indicated in MyMadison. We suggest you review the tutorials in Module 5 so you will understand how to navigate MyMadison when it is time for you to enroll.
Communicating with your advisor Your academic advisor will contact you via your JMU email about the times that he or she will be available for questions as you enroll in your classes. Academic advisors will review schedules prior to Summer options to arrive with a schedule of 14-16 Checks and balances Springboard. If your advisor sees a problem credit hours. Please follow the enrollment We understand that this is your first with your schedule, he or she will discuss worksheets closely. Not all majors require a enrollment experience which is why we have that change and assist you in modifying math class your first semester. Keep in mind various checks and balances built into the your schedule at Summer Springboard. It is that once the system opens for enrollment system to ensure you are on the right track. important to notify your academic advisor you will be able to access it 24 hours a day, 1. If your major requires a math or foreign of any changes you make to your schedule seven days a week. language class for your first semester, the after it is reviewed so you can receive Need help? Refer to the modules you enrollment system allows you to enroll in feedback and minimize mistakes. If you worked through earlier. There are additional these classes based on your placement scores are not able to connect with your academic enrollment tutorials in MyMadison that on those exams. To ensure that you start advisor, you may direct advising questions to will be useful to you. If your required classes in a class which provides the right level of [email protected]. are all closed, you may place yourself on challenge, the system will not allow you to enroll in a class which is a higher level than Enrolling in classes waitlists, if available. Students are moved your placement test recommendation. Enrollment appointment approaching? from the waitlist to a class as seats become Check. Worksheet in hand? Check. available. If all sections are closed and 2. The schedule you create will be carefully Planning for Enrollment Guide with test waitlists are not available, continue to reviewed by your academic advisor prior to and dual enrollment information in hand? create your schedule with the other classes Summer Springboard. Your advisor will notify Check. Communicated with your academic and you will receive assistance at Summer you regarding when that review will occur. advisor? Check. It’s time to enroll in your Springboard. It is important that you notify your fall semester classes! Once your enrollment academic advisor of any schedule changes appointment begins, log in to MyMadison. Shopping cart caution! you make after it is reviewed so you can benefit Use the 1st Semester Enrollment Worksheet Putting preferred classes in your shopping from advisor feedback. Advisor comments you created to ensure you are enrolling cart does not reserve you a seat. Course about your schedule will be shared during the in the classes required for your major. We availability varies during your enrollment Summer Springboard advising session, and you expect that you will enroll in all of the window, so you are encouraged to enroll will have an opportunity to adjust your schedule required classes and select some from other once your appointment has started. as necessary at the conclusion of the session.
20 Immerse yourself!
The Alternative Break – New Dukes is a weeklong service-learning experience designed to give you an opportunity to build connections with other new Dukes while being exposed to social issues that exist in our society and reflecting on your role as an active citizen. This student-led break will be July 22-29. You will meet the student leaders and other participants to learn more about the social issue and community at a day-long retreat to kick off the experience. The team will leave campus on a JMU bus to serve alongside the community of New Orleans. Breakers all commit to conscientious living and having an alcohol and other drug-free experience. The cost includes leadership, education, travel, housing and most meals. The cost does not include meals on travel days, souvenirs or fun-day expenses. For more information and registration, visit www.jmu.edu/abp/break-types.
Get your family involved!
The Office of Parent Relations hosts First-year Send-offs as a way to meet your fellow classmates before you return for 1787 August Orientation. Join the excitement as we congratulate and welcome you and your family to Madison! We’ll provide the food and entertainment while you enjoy the fun. Meet fellow classmates from within your geographic area and talk with current JMU families, alumni and staff. For more information or to register, please visit www.jmu.edu/parents/events/fyso.shtml, or contact the Office of Parent Relations at (540) 568-3190 or [email protected]. In addition, the Office of Parent Relations is here to offer support and provide information to your family during this transition. Find more information at www.jmu.edu/parents. Family Weekend is one of the most anticipated events on the JMU calendar. Make plans now to attend the festivities Sept. 22-24. For information about the schedule, lodging options (which fill up fast!) and event reservations, visit the Parent Relations website.
21 www.jmu.edu/onebook JACard Photo Complete by June 20, 2017
After completing the Orientation Reservation & Declaring a Major step, you will upload a photo that will be used on your JACard. Avoid the early morning photo line by uploading before the deadline. Be sure to review the guidelines about what is acceptable for your JACard photo. You will receive your JACard at Summer Springboard. It is your official JMU identification card and your passport to most on-campus services. Your card is active as long as you are enrolled as a JMU student. Your nine-digit student ID number will serve as your primary identifier for business transactions and services on campus. Your ID number can be found in the Applicant Center of MyMadison and on the front of your JACard. With rare exceptions (e.g. financial aid and employment), your Social Security Number should not be requested. If it is, make sure you understand why. CBORD Mobile ID is the Android- and Apple-compatible app version of your Lost or stolen cards JACard. Using this app serves as a supplement Report any loss or theft of your JACard at to your JACard on campus. Look for stickers www.jmu.edu/cardctr/lost.shtml or call Card on the registers where it is accepted. Services at (540) 568-6446 from 8 a.m. to Use your JACard to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. After 5 p.m. contact Campus Police, located in Anthony- Access your residence hall ◆ Seeger Hall. ◆ Check out materials from the libraries FLEX it! ◆ Gain admission to athletic events A FLEX account is a pre-paid debit account. Receive services from the University ◆ It operates like a checking account without more than 50 off-campus restaurants and Health Center having to write checks, pay a service fee or businesses. Check out www.jmu.edu/cardctr ◆ Use your meal plan and Dining Dollars at balance your account. There are no annual to find all locations that accept FLEX. various dining locations fees. An account is automatically opened for You may add money to your account ◆ Access computer labs you when you enroll. by phone, mail, in person or via the web. ◆ Access UREC and check out equipment Your FLEX account can be used at You can also add FLEX via a credit card (MasterCard, VISA, Discover and American ◆ Purchase tickets to movies and concerts dozens of on-campus locations including all dining establishments, the bookstore, Express) by calling (540) 568-6446 or via Pick up packages from JMU Mail Services ◆ the library, UREC, the post office, the www.jmu.edu/cardctr. You can use the cash- ◆ Pay for laundry in your residence hall University Health Center and to purchase to-FLEX stations around campus to add cash ◆ Use FLEX at on- and off-campus merchants tickets. You can also use your FLEX at to your account at any time.
22 Immunization Form Due by July 5, 2017
All students must submit an Immunization fine will be placed on your account. Faxed Form (including a TB screening) to the forms will not be accepted. First aid kit University Health Center as a condition After the Immunization Form is While the UHC is here to serve you, of admission to the university. This uploaded, UHC staff will verify the dates. we also recommend coming prepared. information is needed to satisfy Virginia law, You will receive a notification through your We suggest: university requirements and to assist in your JMU email account notifying you that there Adhesive tape care. Go to The One Book website and click is a message in your secure MyJMUHealth Antacid on the Immunization Form step to download Antibiotic ointment portal regarding the status of your and print the form. Have both sides of the Anti-diarrhea medicine Immunization Form. form completed and signed by a healthcare Antihistamine Band-Aids provider. Official records showing proof of Health insurance required immunizations will be accepted Cough medicine We recommend maintaining your current Decongestant instead of the immunization form. insurance carrier. However, if you need Gauze bandages To upload your completed and signed additional information regarding insurance Pain/fever reducer Immunization Form (or other official coverage visit www.jmu.edu/healthcenter/ (acetaminophen and ibuprofen) record), copy of your health insurance StudentCare/insurance.shtml. Prescription medications card and a brief health history, log into (including inhalers and nebulizers) University Health Center MyJMUHealth using your e-ID and Reusable hot/cold pack Thermometer MyMadison password. If the Immunization The UHC provides care and education that helps students be well, stay well and do well. Throat spray/lozenges Form is not completed and uploaded by the Tweezers step deadline, an enrollment hold and $50
23 www.jmu.edu/onebook Get ready for Summer Springboard
Now that you’ve completed the Orientation Reservation & Declaring a Major step on The One Book website and reserved your Summer Springboard date, it’s time to get ready. Summer Springboard begins when you and your family check in at the Student Success Center between 7:30 and 8:15 a.m. on your reserved Summer Springboard date. Prior to attending, check your JMU email to view your reservation confirmation and items you should bring with you. Be sure to memorize your e-ID and password, as well as your JMU email address and password to use during Springboard. There will be a lot of walking throughout the day, so be sure to wear good walking shoes and comfortable clothes. Be prepared to climb a hill or two as you attend meetings and experience the Madison campus. If you or your guest has difficulties walking, please bring a wheelchair, an extra guest to assist throughout the day and notify the Orientation Office as soon as possible.
Your academic advisor One of your most important relationships Discuss your academic progress with you. change the available Summer Springboard at JMU will be with your academic advisor, ◆ dates, as dates are dependent on your who will guide you through the curriculum ◆ Serve as your main resource while teaching declared major and advisor availability. You and assist you with your transition from you to be independent and responsible. must resubmit your Orientation Reservation high school to college. Developing a good Teach you how to navigate through ◆ & Declaring a Major step with any change relationship with your advisor is a great way academic policies and procedures. of major through website to stay well-informed. It’s your responsibility The One Book to know what is expected of you during your International students (and U.S. five business days prior to your reserved college career, and your academic advisor is students living abroad) Orientation date. After that time, your one of the best sources of information and By virtue of living outside of the United reservation will be locked and you will need guidance during your first year. States you are welcome, but not expected to to contact our office via the Send a Message attend Summer Springboard. Figuring out tab in website. After you What you do: The One Book when to arrive, what to do and sorting it change your major, you can adjust your Focus on your role as a student. ◆ out can be overwhelming … even more so class schedule by enrolling in courses needed ◆ Seek advice, information, resources and from overseas. Visit www.jmu.edu/global/ for your new major. We recommend you support. isss/get-involved/transitions.shtml for more make these adjustments prior to Summer ◆ Know and fulfill degree, major and general information. Springboard. education requirements. Change of major request Disability accommodations ◆ Choose a major and career path. Need to change your major before Summer Summer Springboard takes place throughout Use MyMadison for academic planning ◆ Springboard? Return to the Prepare for Class campus – and the picturesque campus is and resources. Enrollment step to review information, extensive. See Pages 50-51 for a campus ◆ Ask your advisor for assistance with especially the enrollment worksheet to map. Accommodations for students and/or academic questions. determine which first semester classes are guests with disabilities may require bringing What academic advisors do: required for your newly declared major. It a wheelchair and an additional guest. See ◆ Help you develop academic goals. is possible that changing your major will Page 19 for details.
24 Parking at Summer Springboard
Dive into JMU at Martin Luther King, Jr. Way Summer Springboard! Anthony South Main Street Seeger Hotel Madison There’s a lot to figure out when you’re Warsaw Ave. (under construction) Forbes Center for Grace St. starting your college career, so we the Performing Arts . have planned a full day to get you Duke N6 Mason Street started off right. You’ll begin with Parking Deck South Mason St Check-in at the Student Success BluestoneWampler Dr. Center at 7:30 a.m. and finish the day Madison Hall at 5:30 p.m. when you receive your South Main Street The Ashby Quad Health JACard. Here are few things to expect: South MasonCenter St. Port Republic Road Miller Have your photo taken or verify your Grace StreetStudent Success ◆ Harrison Center Health and uploaded photo for your JACard Behavioral Studies ◆ Receive your Orientation materials Jackson Keezell Burruss Wilson ◆ Centennial Scholars Meeting Hillside Avenue Bluestone Drive Maury (for admitted students and family only) Exit 245 81 ◆ Army ROTC meeting
Port Republic Port (for admitted and interested students) ◆ Attend the University Welcome 81 ◆ Receive more information about The Madison Collaborative Exit 245 This map is not to scale. ◆ Meet the OPAs Learn more about academic Directions to Summer Springboard parking ◆ expectations at your college meeting When you approach Harrisonburg, tune your radio to 1610AM for announcements about Enjoy lunch Orientation, traffic and parking directions. General and disability parking will be in the ◆ Mason Street Parking Deck commuter spaces. From Interstate 81, take Exit 245 (Port ◆ Academic Advising Republic Road). Take Port Republic Road to South Main Street and turn right. Proceed to ◆ Schedule adjustment, if needed the third light and make a right onto Martin Luther King, Jr. Way. Proceed to the first light and make a right onto South Mason Street. The entrance to the parking deck will be on your immediate right. Yellow Orientation signs will help direct you to the Mason Street Parking Deck, once you exit Interstate 81. If you are using a GPS, please use 715 South Mason Street as your destination. See www.jmu.edu/orientation/gettingaroundcampus.shtml for more detailed directions. After parking, make your way over to the Student Success Center to start your day with Check-in.
Local hotels and motels Typically, area hotels and motels offer discounts to families attending Orientation. You will find a list at www.jmu.edu/orientation. Don’t forget to mention that you are attending JMU Orientation when you make your room reservation. These hotels will be able to direct you to appropriate parking on campus.
25 www.jmu.edu/onebook Madison Money Manager (M3) Complete by July 20, 2017
The University Business Office is where creating a username, entering their email considered paid when the budget is sufficient you’ll find everything you need to know and then saving this information to M3. to cover the tuition for both fall and spring about tuition and fees, room and board, The new authorized user will be emailed semesters. For help determining a budget, payment options, due dates, etc. directions to complete enrollment to start contact the University Business Office. receiving notifications of your statements. Statement and payment information Scholarships Madison Money Manager provides you Payment options All outside scholarships should be mailed and your family with instant access to your Student account charges not covered by to UBO for processing and should include student account details. Access your statement financial aid or the installment payment plan the student’s full name, Social Security through MyMadison and set your family up are due in full by the first Friday of the first Number or student ID number for proper as authorized users in the M3 system. They week of the semester. Your student account identification. will then be able to view your student account charges can be paid in person at the cashier Refunds statements and activity. You, and all your counter, by mail or through M3. You may Grants, loans and scholarships are credited authorized users, will receive an email when pay through M3 with a free electronic check to student accounts in the order that the a statement is ready to be viewed and paid. or a credit card. There is a service charge university receives them. After all charges when using a credit card for payment. You will need to set up your authorized are paid, refunds are generated automatically users in M3 before the step deadline to ensure Installment payment plan for financial aid and upon request by the that everyone is notified of the initial fall If you would like to pay your education student on personal payments. Make sure statement. You will receive an email for fall expenses monthly, use that payment option your refund gets to you by making a refund charges around Aug. 1. All account activity offered through M3. The payment plan selection with BankMobile. occurring, i.e. new charges, payments, and is available for a small enrollment fee. All JMU refunds are processed by adjustments, after the statement is processed Enrollment for the upcoming year begins BankMobile. After Orientation, you will will be available in M3. in June. receive a green envelope from BankMobile Access for Authorized Users This payment option allows the payment in the mail. You will use that information to It’s easy for you to set up access for your of tuition, on-campus room and board choose how you would like to receive your family, or anyone else who needs to see your charges in monthly installments. The plan refunds. Plus loan refunds are automatically account statement for payment purposes. must be established before the beginning mailed to the parent unless otherwise noted You will set them up by selecting “add new,” of the school year. The student account is on the loan application.
26 Know the code
Office of Student Accountability and Rockingham County will be addressed by and/or drug violation will receive a strike. Restorative Practices OSARP. Some behavior, including but not Strikes are cumulative over a student’s entire Our goal is to educate the campus community limited to felonies and sexual misconduct, career at JMU. A student may be suspended about policies, community standards and can also be addressed by OSARP regardless for a minimum of one semester upon their responsibilities as citizens of JMU and of where they occur. The university receiving a third strike for minor violations. Harrisonburg, while considering the safety of indicates its desire to graduate educated and Major violations or violations which pose the entire JMU community. We collaborate enlightened citizens in its mission statement. health or safety concerns to the student or with partners to facilitate civic responsibility By keeping students accountable to the the community can result in suspension and student development in order to university’s expectations both on and off prior to a third strike. Major violations provide opportunities for the cultivation and campus, JMU hopes to educate students on include, but are not limited to: restoration of the university community. their responsibilities as citizens of both JMU ◆ Alcohol and drugs in the same incident and the larger community of Harrisonburg. Policies ◆ Distribution of drugs It is your responsibility to know and Parental Notification ◆ Felony possession of drugs follow federal, state and local laws as well The Family Educational Rights and Privacy ◆ Driving Under the Influence as JMU policies. The Student Handbook Act prevents disclosure of information ◆ Hospitalization related to alcohol or drugs (www.jmu.edu/handbook) contains all regarding charges for policy violations to university policies and explains the campus parents except when a charge is related to ◆ Keg registration violations accountability processes used to address alcohol or drugs. When a student is under ◆ Supplying alcohol to minors the age of 21, parents will be notified allegations of student misconduct. The Enlightened Citizen Amnesty Process Student Handbook also outlines the possible of any alcohol or drug violation. This Students who voluntarily report they are outcomes of criminal alcohol and drug charges notification will occur upon citation in in need of medical attention, have medical at www.jmu.edu/handbook/courtsanctions. off-campus cases, at the conclusion of the attention requested for them by a bystander Accountability Process in on-campus cases or or bystanders who voluntarily report that Charges cases involving a JMU officer. Students must someone else is in need of medical attention JMU Police, Harrisonburg Police, grant permission to discuss any other cases due to consuming alcohol or drugs may apply Residence Life staff, Parking Services, the or charges with a parent by signing a waiver for amnesty from receiving a strike. Approvals Harrisonburg/Rockingham General District in OSARP. Court and faculty or staff members most of these applications are made by OSARP on frequently report violations. Students can Alcohol and Drugs a case-by-case basis. Students can download also report violations directly to OSARP. All Students found responsible for an alcohol the application from www.jmu.edu/osarp. cases are reported to a Case Manager who determines if there is enough evidence to place a charge against a student for allegedly violating a JMU policy.
How will a student be notified that they are being charged with a violation? OSARP will send an email to their JMU email address notifying the student of the charge. The student will then make an appointment with a Case Administrator to discuss the case; the documentation received by OSARP will be reviewed with the student, and the student will share their perspective on the incident. The Case Administrator will then determine if the student is responsible for violating the policy.
If the incident occurs off campus, will JMU get involved? Alcohol, drug and/or felony violations that occur off campus in Harrisonburg or
27 www.jmu.edu/onebook Financial Aid
All students interested in federal aid must passes the verification process without any a Federal Direct Loan at JMU for the complete the Free Application for Federal issues an official financial aid award notice first time must complete Entrance Loan Student Aid and submit it to the federal will be sent to the student’s JMU email Counseling and a Master Loan Promissory processing center via www.fafsa.gov. To address. This notice will direct students Note in order to receive their loan funds. receive priority financial aid consideration to MyMadison to accept or decline their Instructions will be given to the student on the FAFSA must be received at the federal awards, as well as provide instructions MyMadison after the loan is accepted. processor by March 1, prior to the academic for any additional documents that need All parents accepting a Federal Parent year you will be attending. Please visit to be submitted in order to complete the PLUS Direct Loan must complete the PLUS www.jmu.edu/financialaid for additional acceptance process. Direct Loan Application each year, as well as information regarding financial aid. a Master Loan Promissory Note the first time Award notice they accept a Federal Parent PLUS Direct Preliminary award notice The process of sending official financial Loan at JMU (for a particular student). aid award notices to JMU email accounts Preliminary financial aid award notices are Instructions for doing this will be included on generally begins around the end of June. If emailed to qualifying students prior to May 1. the Parent PLUS Direct Loan Award Notice, The email used for this notice is the same it is determined that additional information which is emailed to parents at the email one used by Admissions to communicate is needed to complete the FAFSA review, address listed on the FAFSA. The notice is the student’s acceptance, and will then an email will be sent to the student’s mailed if an email address is not provided. JMU email address requesting the necessary include instructions on how to view your All students (and parents) are encouraged verification materials. An official financial Preliminary Award Letter in the Applicant to review JMU Terms and Conditions of aid award notice cannot be generated until Center. These are estimated financial aid Financial Aid Consumer Information at www. the documents are received and the review packages, not official, as they are developed jmu.edu/financialaid for more information is complete. It is important to reply to based on the FAFSA without verification regarding financial aid and required these requests for information as quickly as being conducted to ensure the accuracy of disclosures. the application. possible to maximize the student’s financial aid package. Visit www.jmu.edu/scholarships for After May 1 all preliminary financial scholarship information. To research aid packages will be canceled and FAFSAs Federal Direct Loans student employment opportunities visit will be verified. If a student’s FAFSA Please note that all students accepting www.jmu.edu/stuemploy.
28 Scholarships
There are many types of scholarships, but received at JMU come from churches, high determining your eligibility. Scholarship they are generally separated into two areas: schools and community service organizations checks received with no instructions need-based or merit-based. The best place such as the Elks and Moose lodges. Look regarding which term they should be applied to look for scholarships is www.jmu.edu/ in your local community for scholarship will be applied to the term in which they scholarships. opportunities. Also, large companies in your were received. To determine your eligibility for need- area or a family member’s employer may be a Outside scholarship checks should be based scholarships, you must file a FAFSA. great source. You may not have to be directly sent to the University Business Office at You can also contact the department related associated with an organization to qualify for MSC 3516, Harrisonburg, VA 22807. To to your major to inquire about available a scholarship. ensure proper credit to your account, please need-based scholarships. You are required to notify financial aid so ask the donor to include your name, your The major criterion for merit-based that the outside scholarship can be used in Social Security Number or student ID scholarships is exceptional academic calculating your award package. If JMU has number on the scholarship check. performance. Other common criteria may met 100 percent of your demonstrated need be based upon leadership, co-curricular and subsequently you receive an outside Deadlines! involvement, geographical background, scholarship, one or more of your financial Scholarship deadlines can vary. The best major and career goals. The Office of aid sources may have to be reduced. place to view the different deadlines is at Admissions awards a limited number of If you receive a scholarship that is not www.jmu.edu/scholarships. Check now! merit-based scholarships for incoming first- listed on your Financial Aid Award Notice, Don’t miss a deadline. In general, private year students only. Some other departments please submit the Supplemental Information scholarship deadlines are usually in the also award scholarships to incoming first- Sheet located in the Scholarship section of spring semester for the upcoming school year year students. our website at www.jmu.edu/financialaid. with decisions generally made around the A large percentage of private scholarships Regulations require us to consider this when end of the spring semester or early summer.
29 www.jmu.edu/onebook Dining at JMU
JMU’s food is amazing … and we have Chick-fil-A E-Hall more than 25 dining locations! Bluestone Drive East Campus Dining Hall Your meal plan includes “punches” that Fresh chicken sandwiches and nuggets, wraps Brick oven pizza, home-style entrées, deli let you into our all-you-care-to-eat dining and party platters. Hot and cold sides – even selections on fresh-baked bread, salads, halls. In the food courts, punches can be milkshakes and sundaes. Breakfast too! international dishes including Indian cuisine from an authentic Tandoori oven and used to purchase Duke Deal combos or as Corner Bistro meal equivalence toward other menu items. Memorial Hall, Ground Floor gourmet pastries and desserts baked on the Visit www.jmu.edu/dining for hours, Deli sandwiches, salads, soups and desserts. spot. Vegan and vegetarian selections and menus, payment options, employment Gourmet coffee, specialty beverages and items made with ingredients not containing opportunities, nutrition, meal-plan pastries. Meal-plan punch accepted for meal gluten. A punch covers it all! information and more. equivalence. EnGeo/ISAT Express Market Nutriview D-Hub Engineering/Geosciences Ground Floor A registered dietitian is available free of Duke Drive charge to help students who require special This temporary dining hall (D-Hall is under Grab-and-go sandwiches, salads, beverages diets for medical reasons. Call (540) 568-5731 construction) serves pizza, burgers, salads, deli and more. creations, soups, home-style and international for an appointment. Dining Services also Festival Coffee Bar shares nutrition information through a dishes, vegetarian and vegan options and Festival Conference and Student Center smartphone app. items made with ingredients not containing Ground Floor gluten. All you care to eat for a punch! Plus Flavored coffees, espresso, iced beverages and Auntie Anne’s/Carvel takeout windows for pizza and burgers. Madison Union, Ground Floor bakery items. Dog Pound Freshly baked sweet and savory pretzels and Festival Food Court Phillips Hall, Second Floor ice cream treats. Festival Conference and Student Center Open late with hot dogs, pizza, nachos, Bistro 1908 Second Floor jumbo cookies, milk and bottled beverages. Student Success Center, Second Floor Rotisserie chicken, barbeque, flatbread and Grillhouse has exceptional steaks, burgers, Dunkin’ Donuts deli sandwiches, cheesy grilled creations sandwiches and sides. Italian options ◆ Student Success Center, First Floor with exciting sauces, salads, burritos, featuring pasta made daily on site. ◆ Top Dog Café burgers, sushi – even fruit and savory Scrumptious desserts! Meal-plan punch Freshly baked donuts, sandwiches and crepes. Meal-plan punch accepted for meal accepted for meal equivalence. signature coffee. equivalence.
30 Food Trucks Starbucks Meal Plans Parking Lot A ◆ Carrier Library, First Floor Students living on campus may choose from The two trucks accept a meal-plan punch ◆ Rose Library, First Floor three meal plans, each with a combination of for equivalence. Fueled features Asian-fusion ◆ Mobile Truck – Parking Lot A meal punches and Dining Dollars. cuisine, while Nacho Papi’s has gourmet Gourmet coffee, beverages and pastries. Dining Dollars tacos, nachos and rice bowls. Subway Cafe Meal plans include Dining Dollars, a Grace Street Market with Apartments on Grace declining-balance account that can be used Get Your Green On Subs on freshly baked bread, salads, espresso for food and beverages throughout campus – Student Success Center, Second Floor beverages and more. including locations that don’t accept punches Convenience store plus quinoa bowls and and in food courts, where they can be Top Dog Café other healthy options. combined with punches if your total exceeds Phillips Hall, Second Floor the meal-punch equivalency. Jemmy’s Corner Market Mongolian Grill, panini, burgers, grilled East Campus Dining Hall, First Floor items, sushi and salads. Meal-plan punch Dining Dollars GOLD Grocery needs, health and beauty supplies, accepted for meal equivalence. You can open a Dining Dollars GOLD snacks and beverages. account anytime. This account is primarily UREC Cafe used if the Dining Dollars that come with Madison Grill UREC, First Floor your meal plan are all used prior to the end Madison Union, Fifth Floor Rice bowls, salads, crepes, smoothies and of the semester. Dining Dollars GOLD Appetizers, salads, pasta, burgers and upscale Starbucks We Proudly Serve. Meal-plan offer a 5-percent discount on retail food and sandwiches. Meal-plan punch accepted for punch accepted for meal equivalence. beverages and carry over from year to year; meal equivalence. Dining Dollars that come with a meal plan Mister Chips Convenience Store/ do not roll over. Quiznos Corner of Bluestone and Duke Drive Spur-of-the-moment shopping needs, breakfast sandwiches, organic options, milkshakes … and Quiznos too!
Mrs. Greens Chandler Hall, Ground Floor Super salad bar, homemade breads and fresh soups. Pasta and entrée bars including vegetarian options and a gluten-free deli. A punch covers it all!
PC Dukes Phillips Hall, Ground Floor Pizza, sliders, deli, Mexican favorites, ice cream and grab-and-go. Meal-plan punch accepted for meal equivalence.
Showker Express Market Zane Showker Hall, First Floor Grab-and-go sandwiches, salads, fruit, snacks, bottled beverages, coffee and more.
31 www.jmu.edu/onebook Housing Assignment and Roommate Notification Available on Aug. 1, 2017
On Aug. 1 you will find out about Rest assured that you’ll have at least one Well, the same goes for roommates. Don’t your room assignment and roommate – thing in common with every other first-year judge a roommate by their Facebook profile something we know you’ve been waiting for student: You are all worried about what life or other information found on social media! all summer. You can get more details about with a roommate will be like! your new life at JMU; you’re only a few It makes sense that this sudden change Contact your roommate! clicks away. in lifestyle may be a challenging transition. Touch base with your roommate so you can Ninety-two percent of JMU first-year plan for your room. You’ll have a better idea Your roommate(s) students report they are compatible with of what to buy, you won’t waste your money Here’s a suggestion for how to meet your their assigned roommate, so chances are new roommate: Before you get your and you’ll have more room without two of great that your experience will be positive! roommate’s name, write a short bio of everything. You’ll also make a new friend in Imagine the possibilities … good times to yourself. That way you’ll have something to the process. Find out who is bringing what share, a new circle of friends and maybe even send when you learn who your roommate is. or bring the basics and shop together once some friendships that will last a lifetime. What should you write? That’s entirely you are here. Check out Page 35 for a list of up to you, but some ideas might include: Roommates and social media what to bring and what to leave behind. Log ◆ What you did in high school We recommend that you call your new in to The One Book website to view your: roommate(s) before you check their profiles. Your favorite music ◆ Move-in date ◆ These profiles don’t always provide the most ◆ What you like to eat accurate information. You know the old ◆ Hall assignment and room number ◆ What you like to do for fun saying: “You can’t judge a book by its cover.” ◆ Roommate’s contact information
32 Your residence hall
Most first-year students bring way too so you may want to consider purchasing a much with them. Keep that in mind as carpet or bringing some small rugs. We cover all the basics! you make your packing list. Be ready to Lofts All rooms have: leave some of the stuff at home after you’ve ◆ 24-hour emergency maintenance touched base with your roommate(s). We encourage students who build lofts to services incorporate the spring section of the bed ◆ Beds – bunkable and adjustable Making your room your home into their loft. The spring section is 3-feet ◆ Chest of drawers Coffee pots with automatic shut-off, 1-inch wide and 7-feet 1-inch long. ORL has ◆ Closet or wardrobe desk lamps, digital cable-ready televisions prepared an outline of general information ◆ Desks with chairs Mattresses 36”x80” (twin extra-long) and UL-approved hot pots are all fine to on lofts and their use in university residence ◆ bring with you, but coordinate with your ◆ Recycling bag halls. You can find this information at www. Tiled floors. There are a few roommate first so you won’t have two of ◆ jmu.edu/orl/move-in. Please bring your own carpeted rooms throughout campus. everything. All appliances not plugged hammer, screwdrivers, an adjustable wrench You will be notified if you have been directly into a wall receptacle must be and any other necessary tools. Storage assigned to a room with carpet. plugged into a power strip with built-in space for bed parts in residence halls is not ◆ TV cable hookup – one per room circuit protection. Regular extension cords Window blinds or shades provided. At no time may lofts be stored in ◆ and cube adapters are not permitted. ◆ Wireless and wired Internet campus buildings. All halls have: Your bed Refrigerators ◆ Emergency phones Your bed mattress is a twin extra-long that Due to space limitations and electrical ◆ Fluorescent lighting measures 36 inches by 80 inches. Most demand, only one refrigerator is permitted ◆ Kitchen standard fitted sheets are too short so you’ll Laundry per single or double bedroom. Rooms with ◆ need twin extra-long sheets. ◆ Recycling area three residents are allowed two refrigerators. ◆ Study lounge Carpet Refrigerators may not exceed 5 cubic feet, ◆ TV lounge Most of our bedrooms are not carpeted, total capacity. ◆ Vacuum ◆ Vending area Getting your mail
Each residential student is assigned a box Day Delivery may just be delivered to the at the JMU Post Office located in Madison local USPS office and require an additional Union. Students can access their box number day for us to take physical possession of it. and combination through MyMadison Due to an extremely high volume of after Aug. 4. Your housing address and packages at the beginning of each semester, mailing address are different. Personal mail, please allow an extra day or two for receiving magazines, packages, etc. should be sent and processing packages. For faster service, to your mailing address. There is no direct consider sending packages so that they arrive mail delivery service to the residence halls. a couple of weeks prior to you. This way The post office in Madison Union accepts they will be processed and waiting for you. packages on behalf of students. An email In order to avoid further mail or package notice is then sent out to notify the student delivery delays, student mail and packages about their delivery. Courier service is must be addressed: available for a fee upon request for packages too large for student pickup. Student Name If sending medicine and items needed for 800 South Main St. guaranteed delivery please use an overnight JMU Box #### carrier and not USPS. Next Day Delivery Harrisonburg, VA 22807 through carriers such as UPS and FedEx is Contact Mail Service at (540) 568-6257 guaranteed delivery to our site. USPS Next for further information.
33 www.jmu.edu/onebook Living at JMU: FAQs
I just got my room assignment. Can I get What sort of security does JMU have for his or her own room. Vacuum cleaners are specific information about what my space the residence halls? available in each residence hall. Bathrooms looks like? All exterior hall doors are locked 24 hours a that are not accessible to our housekeeping Because there are more than 3,000 rooms day, seven days a week. Your JACard is your staff must also be cleaned by those residents on campus, it is impossible to provide front door key to your residence hall. More sharing the bathroom. If a community information about specific rooms. However, information on hall safety will be provided bathroom is accessible from a public hallway, the JMU Res Life app is a great way to learn on move-in day. it will be cleaned by our housekeeping staff more about our residence halls! Virtual tours Do all halls have wireless Internet? on a regular basis. of all residence halls include a 3D interactive Yes, all of our residence halls have wireless Is there storage available during the tour of the space, information about the service available. Service is provided through summer? residence hall, a layout diagram of a room a contract vendor at www.myresnet.com and Storage is not available on campus. and basic furniture dimensions. requires residents to create an account and Is there a telephone in my residence hall May I change my housing assignment? register their devices (computers, phones room? Students can fill out a Room Change or tablets). You may register up to seven There are no telephones in the residence Request Form using the Online Housing devices at no additional cost. Registration hall rooms. Courtesy phones are located System beginning Aug. 28. There is a may be completed once you have your room in all halls for local phone calls. For more three-week period at the beginning of assignment. information about requesting an individual each semester when room changes are not Where will I do my laundry? residence hall room phone go to www.jmu. authorized. This time is allotted for all JACard-operated laundry facilities are students to properly check in and for those edu/telecom/telephone/student.shtml. located in or near each residence hall. You students who decide not to attend to notify Will I get cable television service in my should bring laundry detergent and a basket the university. Requests are considered residence hall room? or bag. Since you can use FLEX, no quarters on a first-come, first-served basis as space Yes, at no extra charge. However, your TV are necessary! becomes available. must accept a digital signal. Residence hall What do I do with my trash? My sibling and I are both going to be new lounge area TVs are connected to cable, too. Dukes this year. Can we have the same There is a designated trash area/room in or I’ve been assigned to a building that does move-in date? near each residence hall where students may not have air-conditioning. Can I bring my If you are coming to JMU with a sibling properly dispose of trash and recyclables. own air conditioner? contact the Housing Office by June 15 to Who is responsible for cleaning my room? No air conditioners of any kind are discuss any particular housing requests. Each student is responsible for cleaning permitted in the residence halls. If you
34 need air-conditioning because of health needs, you will need to submit a Housing What you should bring Accommodation Request by May 15. This is a list of items that you are most likely to need at JMU. You may not need all of them, What will my mailing address be and what because some will depend on your lifestyle choices (such as whether you have a bicycle about large packages? or not) and some will depend on which residence hall you have been assigned to (such as whether you need a fan). We encourage you to talk to your roommate(s) about items that See Getting your mail on Page 33. you can share with each other. Also, keep in mind that it might be better to wait until after What will happen to my mail during you get here to buy certain items since you will have a better idea of what you need. summer break? You should leave a forwarding address with ◆ Alarm clock ◆ Message board Backpack Optional computer Ethernet cable JMU Mail Services any time you leave JMU ◆ ◆ Bicycle with a durable lock (there’s a (25 feet) for more than one month. Otherwise, your ◆ bike rack outside each residence hall) ◆ Personal toiletries mail may be returned to the sender. ◆ Coffeemaker with automatic shut-off ◆ Postage stamps, envelopes, paper, etc. Are my personal belongings insured? ◆ Compact fluorescent bulbs ◆ Posters The university cannot be held accountable ◆ Desk lamp ◆ Power strip with circuit protection for loss, damage or theft to any student’s ◆ Extra-long twin bed sheets, pillow(s), ◆ Refrigerator (5 cubic feet or smaller) personal property. All students are blanket(s) ◆ Reusable water bottle encouraged to carry their own insurance ◆ Fan(s) ◆ School supplies First aid kit (see Page 23) Sewing kit coverage. Your family’s homeowner or tenant ◆ ◆ Flashlight Shower shoes insurance may provide coverage. Or you ◆ ◆ Hair dryer Small bucket or basket for shower items can arrange for personal property insurance ◆ ◆ ◆ Hangers ◆ Towels and washcloths through a private agency. ◆ Laundry basket and detergent What about pets? What to leave behind Fish are the only pets allowed in residence halls. On-campus life just isn’t compatible To ensure the safety of all our students, JMU prohibits the use of the following items in residence hall rooms: with pet ownership. Many of your fellow students are allergic to animals and even the ◆ Air conditioners ◆ Halogen lamps most well-cared-for animals carry parasites ◆ Appliances with open heating elements ◆ Incense such as fleas, ticks and mites. ◆ Bed risers with outlets in the base ◆ Knives ◆ Black lights ◆ Microwaves ◆ Candles ◆ Pets (except fish) ◆ Curtains and valances that have not ◆ Room heaters been treated and tagged as fire retardant ◆ Toaster ovens ◆ Desk lamp with outlets in the base ◆ Toasters ◆ Extension cords, cube adapters ◆ Weapons, including replicas ◆ George Foreman grills ◆ Wireless routers and hubs ◆ Guns, including paintball guns or any form of BB gun Find out more information about making your room your home at www.jmu.edu/orl/move-in.
35 www.jmu.edu/onebook Technology and textbooks
Connecting to the network JMU’s residence hall network gets you connected so you can access your email, the web and other resources from your room. There is wireless access for up to seven devices per occupant. The installation of personal routers and hubs is prohibited in residence halls because of the high probability of interference and security issues. For more information about residence hall network access, visit the Quick Start website. How do I get answers to my computing questions? Contact the IT Help Desk at (540) 568- 3555, [email protected] or visit www.jmu. edu/computing/quick/student.shtml, for assistance with the following: ◆ Computing labs, locations and hours ◆ Departmental computer recommendations ◆ JMU e-ID to-date software and laser printing (debited campus warranty service. Our systems meet ◆ JMU email from your FLEX account) to provide or exceed JMU Information Technology’s students with technology resources needed recommended specifications. Hardware MyMadison ◆ for preparing assignments, conducting warranty repair is offered through the IT ◆ Purchasing computers and warranty repair research and other academic-related needs. Help Desk. For hardware warranty repair ◆ Microsoft Office and other software For hours of operation and locations, visit information, visit the Quick Start website. the Quick Start website. ◆ Cable television and telephone service We have you covered ◆ Network and wireless information Windows or Mac? JMU Information Technology is an Should I bring my computer from home? Both Windows and Mac computers are used authorized Dell and Apple computer Yes! But in order to work on the JMU at JMU. The choice between these two types hardware warranty repair center, providing network, your computer must meet should depend on your personal preference warranty repair through the IT Help Desk. minimum specifications listed on the Quick and field of study. For example, students in These services include: Start website. Your computer needs to art and graphic design primarily use Mac ◆ Testing, diagnosis and replacement/repair gear up for the transition, too. It’s time to computers. Students in business, history of Dell and Apple manufacturer defective eliminate spyware, Internet accelerators and and psychology primarily use Windows parts on computer systems under warranty. other programs on your computer that may computers. ◆ Reloading operating system and adversely affect performance or functionality Can I purchase a computer from the JMU installation of anti-virus software if the of internet sites. Simply put, special care Bookstore? hard drive requires replacement. of your computer will aid your success. Go Madison CyberZone at the JMU Bookstore Madison Cyberzone’s Service Center to the Quick Start website and follow the offers computer systems, software and at the JMU Bookstore offers out-of- StartSafe guidelines for safe computing and peripherals at special academic pricing. warranty software and hardware support for download anti-virus and spyware detection Our Apple and Dell computer systems personally owned PCs at reasonable up- software to scan your computer. are configured to meet JMU network and front pricing. See www.madisoncyberzone. Don’t have your own computer? academic guidelines. We can also provide com/servicecenter.shtml for a complete Don’t panic! you with the academic departmental list of services. Madison CyberZone also More than 600 Windows and Macintosh computer and software recommendations by offers academically priced software like computers are available in computer labs major. We partner with JMU Information Adobe Creative Cloud, Finale, MATLAB, throughout campus; two labs are open 24/7. Technology and academic departments to Mathematica, QuickBooks, Sibelius Three assistive technology labs are also make sure all our computer systems will and SPSS. Our knowledgeable staff will available. All labs offer a wide variety of up- meet your class requirements and receive on- work with you to help you select the best
36 software package for your needs. For more select titles are marked online and on the JMU Bookstore information about computer purchases, visit book’s shelf tag. Use the table to help decide Apple Dell Computers include www.madisoncyberzone.com. which format is best for you. Visit www.jmu.edu/bookstore for more At least 3-year on- Textbooks for your academics campus Hardware information on textbook purchases, rentals Textbooks are important to your academic Warranty Support and downloads. For even more convenience, success. The JMU Bookstore provides (Laptop batteries are log in to your MyMadison account, go considered consumable all textbooks, supplies and software to to your class schedule and click on the and are typically ✓ ✓ complement your academic experience. Buy My Books link. Once there, you will covered for only one Faculty and staff have already informed automatically be linked to all the books you year. Visit www.jmu.edu/ the bookstore of the textbook and software need for your classes through the bookstore. bookstore/computers/ needs for your classes. faq.shtml) The JMU Bookstore also offers an Once you enroll in your classes, you’ll be in-store textbook Price Match Program. If On-campus Accidental able to pre-order your textbooks. Textbooks you find a lower price for the exact same Damage Repair ✓ are available in three different formats: textbook from select competitors within (Dell CompleteCare) traditional, rental (Rent-A-Text) and digital seven days of purchase, we will refund the Loaner Program textbooks. Rent-A-Text and digital textbooks difference to a gift card. Visit www.jmu.edu/ (Limited Dell/Apple are available for select titles only. Those bookstore/pricematch for complete details. loaners available while ✓ ✓ your computer is serviced) Textbook Type Traditional Rent-A-Text Digital Textbooks
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37 www.jmu.edu/onebook AlcoholEdu and Haven Complete Part 1 by Aug. 18, 2017
of confidentiality and can be completed at your convenience over a three-week period. There are two parts of each program. Part 1 will be available starting July 20. Be sure to check your JMU email for instructions on how to access the programs. The deadline for completing Part 1 is August 18. Approximately 30-45 days after completing Part 1, you will receive an email about completing Part 2. By completing both parts of AlcoholEdu and Haven by Dec. 1 you will avoid an enrollment hold.
AlcoholEdu Whether you choose to drink or not, AlcoholEdu will empower you to make well- Instructions informed decisions about alcohol and other about Part 2 drugs and respond to the drinking behaviors of each program will be emailed of peers. later in the fall semester. Haven While exploring the issues of sexual violence, you will learn more about healthy At JMU we are deeply committed to the relationships. As part of these services, we relationships, consent and how to create and health, welfare and success of all of our require all incoming students to complete support a safe campus. students. That is why we have strategically AlcoholEdu and Haven, online alcohol We are confident AlcoholEdu and Haven implemented research-based prevention abuse and relationship violence prevention will aid you in your transition to college as services necessary for you to make healthy programs. Both programs create a highly you adjust to a new environment and new choices regarding alcohol, other drugs and personalized experience with the assurance expectations.
Enhance your Orientation
The Madison Orientation Adventure Trip is a three-night, four-day pre-orientation program. The MOAT experience is designed to give you an opportunity to build social connections with other students and introduce you to the amazing local natural areas surrounding Harrisonburg. These student-led trips start on Aug. 19 and end on Aug. 22. MOAT participants are able to move into their assigned residence halls early on Saturday. You will meet your leaders and other participants at the University Recreation Center before heading out. All trips involve primitive camping (no showers). You will participate in a team building experience on UREC’s high and low challenge course. Additionally students may choose to rock climb, canoe or hike. MOAT trips do not require any previous experience. For more information and registration, check out www.jmu.edu/recreation/adventure/moat.shtml.
38 Transportation station
JMU Transportation Access information about bus schedules, regional transportation, ride sharing, car rentals, biking and walking, parking and more at www.jmu.edu/transportation.
Parking First-year students are not allowed to have cars on campus. For information on visitor parking, go to www.jmu.edu/parking or call Parking Services at (540) 568-3300. If you need a car, check out Zipcar. Rental cars are available to students 18 years or older. Rates include fuel, insurance and EZ pass.
Bus service Harrisonburg Transit provides free bus service to JMU students. You can ride the bus to get around campus or to the mall, movies, shopping, etc. The buses run from 7:30 a.m. until around midnight, with reduced schedules on weekends. The schedules are available at www.hdpt.com. To get familiar with the transit system visit Bus Biking Transportation to and from JMU Finder where you can enter your origins and It is strongly recommended that you register Now that we’ve made you leave your car destinations and Bus Finder will show you your bike with JMU Public Safety in case behind, you’re probably wondering how the current routes and schedules that apply. you leave it on a bus, or it is stolen. Campus you’re going to get to and from home, visit For real time bus arrival times at any bus residents must register their bicycles and affix friends or entertainment venues. Here are stop visit NextBus. the issued numerical decal to the bicycle. some options: Home Ride of Virginia provides bus coach service each weekend, including Helpful links breaks. One route goes to the Vienna Amtrak: catch the train in Staunton, Va. www.amtrak.com Metro station where you can take the Baltimore/Washington International Airport www.bwiairport.com Metro to Amtrak’s Union Station or Reagan Break Shuttle www.breakshuttle.com National Airport; the other route goes to Charlottesville/Albemarle Airport www.gocho.com Charlottesville, Richmond, and Hampton. CollegeTransit www.collegetransit.com Tickets can be purchased at the bookstore. Dulles International Airport www.metwashairports.com At breaks, the Valley Connector serves Harrisonburg Transit www.hdpt.com the regional airports, and Break Shuttle and Home Ride www.homeride.com College Transit both offer bus services to Reagan National Airport www.metwashairports.com cities in Maryland, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Shenandoah Valley Regional Airport www.flyshd.com New York and also to Washington, D.C. Valley Connector www.shenvalleycommuters.com You can also use Zimride, where you can Washington Flyer: bus service between Dulles Airport ride with other JMU students who offer rides. and West Falls Church Washington Metro Station www.washfly.com Washington Metro www.wmata.com Zimride www.zimride.com/jmu Zipcar www.zipcar.com/jmu
39 www.jmu.edu/onebook Your focus at Madison is on learning
Engaging in the Learning Experience university. What does intellectually engaged intentionally contribute to the community. At JMU, we strive to be a model of mean? It means chatting with your hall Once you do, you will see why the JMU engagement through civic, community and mates about what you learn in class. It means community is so vibrant. talking to professors during office hours. engaged learning opportunities to prepare Engaged Learning you to be an educated and enlightened It means pushing yourself harder than you University classrooms are the big leagues ever have before when you are challenged by citizen who will lead a meaningful and in teaching and learning, and we anticipate a particularly difficult assignment, topic or productive life. As you begin your Madison that you are curious or even a bit nervous concept. If you give yourself over completely experience, we want you to consider how about how you will manage this transition. to the intellectual life at JMU, you will you will thoughtfully explore your talents New students are typically concerned about experience the great joy of discovery and also and passions to better the world. what is expected of them, what college realize new opportunities. We have so much planned for your first professors are like, how to prepare and, most year as a JMU student, and it’s all designed Maximizing Your Campus Engagement importantly, how to excel. for you to fully engage in the intellectual and So, are you ready to jump into the JMU Engaging in programs that provide a social aspects of community. Through the campus community full of a variety of common experience for every new student three components of engagement, we want unique experiences and people? Your helps you understand what is expected you to intentionally choose opportunities to JMU experience will be a collection of and what the JMU community offers. deeply engage in your learning experience to relationships, transitions, challenges and Even before you attend your first class, become active citizens at JMU and beyond. hundreds of ways to engage in outstanding you will get a glimpse into how you will educational programs and a dynamic campus be challenged to develop ethical reasoning Your job at JMU? Get an education life. There will also be a lot of learning, skills. It’s a program that begins during Your newfound freedom does come with a teaching and growing along the way. JMU 1787 August Orientation and will continue price – an immense degree of responsibility is an incredible community because of the through graduation and beyond. It is to yourself and others. You will never have opportunity for active participation and designed to offer a thought-provoking and another opportunity like you have right now engagement in undergraduate research, deliberative learning experience for you, our at JMU. A world-class education is a life- community organizations, service, leadership newest students, by presenting a complex changing experience, but you only get out roles, meaningful dialogue on societal issues issue and creating a common conversation as much as you put in. So from the moment and so much more. Check out Page 47 for between you, an administrator, your you set foot on campus we expect you to be lots of ways to be engaged, and consider classmates and other students before you actively engaged in the intellectual life of the what is important to you and how you will ever enter a classroom. Get ready!
40 Ethical Reasoning in Action
JMU’s ethical reasoning program aims to prepare you to: ◆ Reflect, not just react, before making a decision. ◆ Question your quick moral judgments before taking action. ◆ Discuss ethical issues with your classmates, professors and campus leaders. ◆ Think about big questions that may not have clear right or wrong answers. ◆ Connect with other students who have diverse opinions and What distinguishes JMU’s program? you will use the Eight Key Questions ethical experiences. Ethics are taught all around us. We reasoning framework to explore the ethical ◆ Use the Eight Key Questions as a tool for ethical decision-making now learn them from parents, peers, religious considerations of a situation and determine the and later. authorities, mentors and in college courses. best course of action. You will quickly discover In traditional ethics education, moral that most issues are not as simple as they seem. concepts are unpacked, ethical theories Even everyday choices we make can introduced and case studies analyzed. The have unintended and potentially far- Madison Collaborative: Ethical Reasoning in reaching effects on ourselves and others. Action instead begins with a distinguishing It’s Complicated and subsequent ethical question: How can we make better reasoning education will help you make ethical decisions? Answering this personal these decisions at JMU and beyond. improvement question leads us beyond determining the moral merit of another’s What to expect now and later actions to investigating how we decide to act. At Summer Springboard, you will receive instructions on how to access the Life is complex … and It’s Complicated It’s website using your e-ID and JMU’s ethical reasoning program has the Complicated potential to change the way we engage with password. Watch the video and respond to the complex questions we face in our personal, the questions before you arrive for 1787 professional and civic lives. It’s fairly easy to August Orientation. It’s Complicated is one of identify poor ethical decisions. More difficult your first chances to acclimate your mind to to recognize is that our own decision-making rigorous college-level thinking, since you’ll be skills can be improved. As is true with critical discussing a complex issue with other first- thinking and effective writing, we overestimate year students and a facilitator during 1787. our ethical reasoning abilities. The reality is, we Ethical reasoning skill development make ethical mistakes, some of them serious. continues throughout your JMU career. In your introduction to ethical reasoning Seek programs in both academic and student at JMU, you will experience It’s Complicated, a life settings that will challenge you to look thought experiment designed especially for first- beyond the moral merit of others’ actions to year students. During 1787 August Orientation your own actions and decision making.
41 www.jmu.edu/onebook Doing well academically
JMU wants you to succeed academically So you’ve heard what you’re supposed ◆ The Communication Center assists with and has the resources to help you do so! to do to get good grades, but we’ll help speech preparation and practice you actually do it! Are you anxious about (www.jmu.edu/commcenter/). Residence Life academic support your academic transition to JMU? Class First Year Involvement Center, located in ◆ English Language Learner Services offers load, time management, that sort of thing? Huffman Hall’s A-section, provides services academic and cultural support for non- F.O.C.U.S. can help! Graduate student and programs for first-year students. If you native English speakers (www.jmu.edu/ facilitators help you learn how to study, how are concerned about any of the following, ELLS/). to stay motivated and how to make best use FYI is the place for you! The Science and Math Learning Center of that precious college time! This five-week ◆ provides tutoring for introductory science ◆ Developing good study skills class includes hour-long, interactive sessions and math classes (www.jmu.edu/smlc/). ◆ Time management which focus on topics such as: A 34-seat computer lab is available in the Stress and balancing new responsibilities Goal setting ◆ ◆ ◆ SMLC that includes SPSS and pay-for- ◆ Homesickness ◆ Time and stress management print capabilities. ◆ Interacting with your professors ◆ Reading and note-taking skills ◆ The University Writing Center offers Do you have one little study weakness ◆ Test taking and study skills writing consultations and resources that is holding you back? Are you worried ◆ Learning styles (www.jmu.edu/uwc/). that your study skills aren’t making the cut? Developing positive relationships with Try out one of our focused and interactive ◆ Learning Strategies Instruction professors Academic Support Instruction sessions! LSI enhances the educational outcomes Check out topics like these: Throughout multiple sessions, you will of all students through explicit training in meet with other first-year students in a various learning strategies. These strategies Time management ◆ classroom-type setting to cover the topics are based on personal strengths, weaknesses ◆ Proofreading and revising papers above. Get more information at www.jmu. and specific class demands, and are modified ◆ Reading, test taking and study skills edu/orl/resident-resources/academic-support. according to academic progress or changing Learning styles needs. Visit www.jmu.edu/lsi for more ◆ Free tutoring! information. ◆ College communication JMU’s Learning Centers, in the Student ASI sessions are appointment-based. Success Center, Suite 1100, provide free Call (540) 568-4713 to schedule your tutoring in communication, math, science, appointment. writing and other subjects.
42 The big move
Get ready welcome you and you’ll pick up your keys at a dolly, handcart or wagon from home may Where did the summer go? Are you excited your assigned residence hall. You’ll need to make moving in much easier. yet? Just think about it. Every day that passes show some form of identification, and bring Double duty you are one day closer to JMU. If there were the license plate number of the car you are Remember that you have to find a place for ever a time to get all your ducks – or shall we driving with you, too. Then you’ll be ready what you bring into your room. You can say Dukes – in a row, it’s now. The next few to unload the car when it’s your turn. fold and easily store soft luggage, and many pages are dedicated to preparing you for the students find that trunks are great as a storage transition to JMU and understanding exactly Make it easy on yourself space-saver. Don’t forget to label items with what is expected of you. Live within a three-hour drive of JMU? Bring just the essentials along with enough your name, building and room number. You have a full schedule ahead of you, so clothes to last 14 days. After a couple of your family’s departure will help you start your Can’t get the car door closed? weeks, you can either pick up the rest of your JMU adventure. Family members should plan You may have trunks and large boxes things on a trip home or when your family to leave campus following move-in to allow shipped to: comes to visit you. By that time, you’ll have you time to adjust to living on your own. Central Warehouse a good idea of what you really need from 181 Patterson Street Moving day home and what can realistically fit into James Madison University The move-in date for most first-year your room. Also, remove new items from MSC 7007 students is Tuesday, Aug. 22 or Wednesday, cardboard packaging at home and recycle Harrisonburg, VA 22807 Aug. 23. Check your room assignment them. This will make your move trash free! notification for check-in date and driving Clearly mark the package with your directions to your hall. Dates are determined From the car to your room name, campus mailbox number, residence by your assigned floor and building. Reach Driving and unloading on sidewalks, hall name, room number and phone number. out to our office by June 15 if you require a especially in the Village area, is allowed only Please note that hours for pickup are Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Due specific date. during designated move-in days. Everyone to the large quantity of packages received It’s important that you use the driving will want to park as close as possible to his by Mail Services, there may be a delay in directions provided for your building, so you or her hall, so unload as quickly as possible. Then, park the car in a designated parking lot. receiving packages shipped directly to your can leave the GPS off for this trip to campus! on-campus mailbox. Because of the central You can find hall-specific directions at www. Are carts or hand trucks available? location of campus mail, packages cannot jmu.edu/orl/move-in/directions.shtml. Hand trucks or carts are not provided for be directly shipped to student rooms. Call When you get close to Harrisonburg, tune move in, but they can be helpful. Bringing (540) 568-6450 if you have questions. in to 1610AM – the JMU radio information network – for updates on traffic conditions and additional move-in instructions.
Your arrival Move-in days are very busy and traffic will be heavy all day. We do our best to keep the lines moving and make things easy for you and your family, but be prepared to wait a little while and have a little patience. There will be lots of JMU staff members working together to keep you excited about beginning your college career and making JMU your home for the next few years. You’ll especially enjoy meeting the RAs and FROGs. They will help make your arrival and adjustment to Madison better and easier.
First things first: Get your keys When you arrive on campus you will be greeted by a helpful staff member who will direct you to your hall. Once there, staff will
43 www.jmu.edu/onebook A day in the life of 1787 August Orientation
◆ Be prepared to discuss your views and opinions about the It’s Complicated scenario 1787 schedule at-a-glance ◆ Be prepared to explore, celebrate, challenge Tuesday, Aug. 22-Wednesday, Aug. 23 and discuss aspects of diversity ◆ Residence hall move-in ◆ Honor Scholars induction 1787 frequently asked questions ◆ University Welcome OK, we really don’t have space for 1,787 ◆ Meet your FROG, residence hall staff questions! But, there are a few questions that ◆ First-year commuter meetings we anticipate that you might have. Thursday, Aug. 24 What’s a typical 1787 August Orientation ◆ It’s Complicated day like? ◆ Advising Fun with FROGs Any given day of 1787 August Orientation ◆ is similar to what you will experience daily Friday, Aug. 25 during the academic year. Most of the day ◆ Assessment you will be engaged in academic programs ◆ Pep Rally Incredible entertainment! with faculty members and administrators. ◆ Movies These programs will prepare you for your ◆ first semester of college. Remember what we Saturday, Aug. 26 Academic Program Meetings DePaul Straub said earlier in The One Book … what you ◆ We are JMU put into this experience will determine your ◆ ◆ Block Party in the ‘Burg August 1787 was a huge historical transition! academic success! In the heat of the summer, James Madison Sunday, Aug. 27 My family is thinking of taking vacation the ◆ Get ready for the first day met his fellow founders in Philadelphia and weekend before classes start. Is this OK? wrote the U.S. Constitution. Together they You and your family should plan to take Monday, Aug. 28 First day of classes worked hard, and the future of the country vacation before you move to JMU. Once ◆ was forever influenced. you move in to your residence hall, you are Our August Orientation is called 1787 expected to be on campus for the duration because August will be a tremendous of 1787 August Orientation. This isn’t like transition for you, too. By the end of these high school when you can get a note from five hot days, you’ll be more prepared for home to excuse your attendance for the day. this new part of your life, and you will begin Be present … be attentive … be engaged … to feel right at home at JMU. that’s the spirit! This is officially the beginning of your How will I meet my FROG group? JMU experience … you’ll be moving into Your FROG group will be made up of your residence hall, reconnecting with your students who live in your residence hall, or OPA and academic advisor, meeting your one nearby. You will meet your FROGs and First yeaR Orientation Guide, or FROG, and the rest of your group on the same night you immersing yourself in academic and social move in. programs throughout the week to help you How will I unwind during 1787? become acclimated to campus. Sure, there will From meeting your FROG group and taking be fun times and many memories made, but in amazing entertainment to exploring the important thing about this week is that we campus resources and chatting with faculty help you prepare for the collegiate experience and staff, you’ll have a great week. At times that you have chosen for the next chapter of you’ll be busy (just like your first year at your life. More specifically, here’s an idea of JMU), but there will be time every day to what is expected of you during this week: relax, meet new friends, attend a concert, Attend and actively participate in all events ◆ see a comedian or movie. Now is when ◆ Engage in discussions with faculty you’ll start to experience what makes JMU a ◆ Meet with your academic advisor to perfect balance of academic challenge, social prepare for your first week of classes interaction and community involvement. Lindsay Hogan
44 Assessment Day
Assessment enables the university to answer important questions about the value of a college degree. The assessments are used to understand and improve the quality of the education being offered by JMU. As a first-year student, you are required to complete a series of tests on Assessment Day. If you do not attend Assessment Day, you will have an enrollment hold placed on your account. For more information, please see www.jmu.edu/assessment. It is important that you get a good night’s rest and are able to focus in order to perform your best.
45 www.jmu.edu/onebook Doing well at JMU
Preparing for classes ◆ Talk to as many people as you can. Find program available to assist students who ◆ Visit your classrooms before classes begin. out what you have in common. come to campus with a history of mental health concerns. This program increases ◆ Get organized! Get a calendar or planner Develop academic and intellectual student and family awareness of the and write down all exam dates, due dates competence counseling and psychiatric services available for papers, class meetings and study Learn to balance freedom and ◆ on campus and in the community and helps sessions. responsibility. Uphold your obligation students to secure the necessary assistance to be a good citizen in the JMU and Effective relationships required to make a successful transition into Harrisonburg community. ◆ Spend time with positive, motivated JMU. Visit www.jmu.edu/counselingctr/ Work on time management and study people who share your desire to learn, ◆ resources/parents-family/counseling- skills, including finding places in and grow and succeed. connections.shtml to learn more. out of class that you find energizing and Listen carefully. ◆ productive. The scoop on involvement: ◆ Get to know your professors by visiting 1. Attend Student Organization Night. Look Make some career decisions them during office hours or talk to them for more information about SON at 1787 Take advantage of chances to work on after class. ◆ August Orientation. campus, developing real-world skills and Communicate with your academic advisor ◆ building a network of supportive people 2. Attend programs in your residence hall. for academic planning. who can teach you to balance your world. This is a great way to meet people and have Personal health and wellness one-of-a-kind experiences. Feeling at home Practice healthy habits including a 3. Consider getting a job on campus. ◆ Still feeling a little anxious about being here? balanced diet, adequate and regular sleep, It’s perfectly normal to take a few months 4. Before joining an organization, consider and responsible decisions. before you get your bearings. It’s the people your values and the expected time ◆ Visit UREC. Participate in an outdoor you meet in your FROG group and at 1787 commitment to avoid getting over-involved. adventure, play walleyball, sign up for a that will be the foundation for the study 5. Attend at least one speaker or event on a fitness class, an intramural team, etc. groups, late-night shopping trips and fun topic with which you are unfamiliar. that transform JMU into your home. Develop your personal identity 6. Assist a professor with research. ◆ Examine your own values, beliefs, Counseling Connections 7. Participate in adventure trips or assumptions, experiences and goals. Counseling Connections is an outreach intramural sports sponsored by UREC.
46 Your first week: Get involved!
What happens now? workshops to enrich your international support an inclusive campus community, It all begins this week. You don’t have to do experiences and to bring together and engage in which members value diversity within it all in your first year, but start looking for JMU’s globally-minded community. Obtain themselves and others. In addition to being opportunities to get involved on campus and more information at www.jmu.edu/global. a home away from home, CMSS hosts in your residence hall. You get to choose how It’s never too early to start planning to a variety of opportunities for students you spend your time. Identify your interests study abroad. JMU truly has a world of to engage in experiential learning trips, and start looking for ways to get connected. opportunities. We invite you to explore leadership conferences and educational By being involved, you are more likely to our five full-semester programs as well as programs that promote inclusion, advocacy succeed at JMU. our 65+ short-term programs to amazing and respect in order to equip students with the cultural capacity to change and shape the Residence hall programs destinations throughout the world. world, celebrating diversity in all forms. Your resident adviser, hall director or As you consider your options, start Community Activities Board gives you the by talking with your academic advisor. Community Service-Learning opportunity to experience a variety of hall Many programs fulfill GenEd Cluster 2 Take advantage of the extraordinary activities. Residence hall programs are a requirements. Plan to complete any language opportunities that students typically describe great way to get to know the people in your requirements abroad. Consider the option as some of the most profound experiences of hall and make new friends. Last year, over of a summer program or an internship their college career, or get worldly experience 45,000 students attended more than 2,000 abroad. You will find many ways and reasons without ever leaving Harrisonburg. Where programs in their residence halls. This means to make study abroad part of your JMU do you begin? experience. Visit www.jmu.edu/global/ there is something going on in your hall Visit www.jmu.edu/csl to learn how almost every night! abroad or stop by our office. you can serve local residents including Community Activities Board Center for Multicultural the Harrisonburg area’s incredibly The Community Activities Board is the Student Services diverse immigrant population through governing body for each residence hall. In addition to providing a home away from Community Service-Learning. Serve with Its officers and committee members home to the multicultural community, the other communities in the United States, develop and implement hall activities that Center for Multicultural Student Services the Caribbean, Central and South America include educational programs, recreational has a great schedule of activities and through CS-L’s nationally known Alternative competitions and social events. programs (guest speakers, trips and more) to Break Program. January, spring and May help all of us to learn from one another and Residence hall staff members organize breaks are offered during academic year explore our differences and similarities. the election of community officers in the breaks. Weekend breaks are offered once a fall. If you are interested in developing your CMSS provides educational and month. Get details and destinations at leadership abilities, contact your hall director celebratory programs and services that www.jmu.edu/abp. as soon as you arrive on campus, or check us out at www.jmu.edu/orl/resident-resources/ get-involved/cab.shtml.
Student Organization Night There are more than 375 student organizations on campus. Your opportunity to discover which student organization is right for you takes place at the beginning of the fall and spring semester. This event is filled with great information about each group, free food and entertainment from a live DJ. More importantly, check out https://beinvolved.jmu.edu to view all our student organizations online.
Center for Global Engagement The Center for Global Engagement offers events and programs such as a conversation Partner Program, coffee hours and
47 www.jmu.edu/onebook Bleed purple, live green
JMU is one of the 361 most environmentally responsible colleges according to The Princeton Review. The campus has also received accolades from The League of American Bicyclists as a Bicycle Friendly University (Bronze designation) and earned Governor’s Environmental Excellence Awards. Clearly, JMU is committed to providing you with a healthy environment in which to learn and thrive. JMU students and alumni have exceptional school pride and spirit, and environmental stewardship is an important part of our culture. There are countless opportunities for you to learn, think critically and contribute. ◆ Join environment- and sustainability- ◆ Enroll in a sustainability course. Explore starting point, consider your consumption related clubs and organizations. See JMU’s environment-related majors, minors of materials and resources. In order of https://beinvolved.jmu.edu/organizations. and concentrations at www.jmu.edu/ consideration, re-think, reduce, reuse, repair/ ◆ Participate in the many environmental environment. restore, redistribute and, finally, recycle. issues-focused guest presentations and Tour 20 sites on campus to discover how ◆ Innovate to help our community do even activities that JMU hosts. you can participate in learning experiences, ◆ better and even more. ◆ Get involved in environment-related service- such as undergraduate research projects, learning and study abroad experiences that use the featured facilities shown here For more details, visit the Office though Community Service-Learning and www.jmu.edu/stewardship/tour. of Environmental Stewardship and the Center for Global Engagement. ◆ Act as an environmental steward. As a Sustainability at www.jmu.edu/stewardship.
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48 2017-2018 Important Dates
2017 2018 Aug. 22-23 Residence halls open for first-year move-in Jan. 7 Residence halls open Check your room assignment for your move-in date Jan. 8 Classes begin Aug. 23-27 1787 August Orientation Jan. 15 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day (no classes) Aug. 25 Freshman Assessment Day Feb. 6 Assessment Day Aug. 28 Classes begin March 1 2018-2019 FAFSA priority deadline Sept. 22-24 Family Weekend March 2 Residence halls close Oct. 1 First day to complete 2018-2019 FAFSA March 5-9 Spring Break Oct. 27-29 Homecoming Weekend March 11 Residence halls open Nov. 18 Residence halls close for Thanksgiving Break March 12 Classes resume Nov. 20-24 Thanksgiving Break March 16 James Madison Day Nov. 25 Residence halls open April 27-May 3 Finals Week Nov. 27 Classes resume May 3 Residence halls close Dec. 9-15 Finals Week May 3 Graduate Commencement Dec. 15 Graduate Commencement May 4-5 Undergraduate Commencement Dec. 16 Undergraduate Commencement Dec. 16 Winter Break begins (residence halls close)
Many dates are not final until after the printing of The One Book. Please refer to www.jmu.edu/registrar/students/academiccalendar.shtml for updates.
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