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UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION 2019 1-DAY ITINERARY WEL COME TO THE HILL JOIN THE CONVERSATION  @UofAAdmissions @UARKorientation staff ny s and entor on or ask a bers m n o tt ti em rientaring this bu taff m gual o a gual s usquel B e bilinnd staff weof our bilin v a le r h a ayuda el person h, we entors a with one is n e n a d d e m p S u r o u r p o fo is b y e k e t m u o g c q ie e Lo gua nne ingüeualquier m al bilingü ve lan assist youwe will co n nal bil c r nati perso regunte a estro perso y If you re happy toember and n nu op tació who a on staff m orien este botón on uno de c es de tati entor al usando icaremos orien m n o on comun mos c l pers Contantores o e tación y lo e n m ie r s lo de o #uark23 NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION 2019 Welcome to the University of Arkansas! Today you will join the University of Arkansas community During orientation, you will meet faculty, staff, and current students who are here to help you leave your mark on Senior Walk Consider this the first day of an experience in which you will engage with world-class faculty and make friendships that will last a lifetime On behalf of the faculty, staff, students, and alumni of the University of Arkansas, welcome to The Hill We are glad you are here! Sincerely, Your Orientation Team MEET THE STAFF Amber Roth Carly Waschka Tara Carr Senior Associate Director of Orientation Orientation Coordinator Associate Director of Recruitment “Your first steps toward Senior Walk start today, and we are so excited to welcome you to the U of A community! If we can anything to make your experience better, please let us know.” “You made it to the Hill, congratulations! Our goal is that orientation not only prepares you for college life, but also gets you excited to be a Razorback!” “Welcome to the University of Arkansas! We’re so happy you’re here! Orientation is the first step in finding your home here; I hope you leave orientation excited for the upcoming year!” Erik Mason-Holmes Orientation Assistant “Welcome and Wooo Pig! We are so glad to greet you and welcome you into the U of A family Orientation is designed with you in mind so you can make the most of your college experience.” If you have any questions or need any assistance at any point during your orientation experience, please stop by the orientation table located on the 4th floor of the Arkansas Union We will have staff on hand to assist you with whatever you may need SENIOR ORIENTATION MENTORS Abbi Elementary Education Jakayla Psychology/ Criminal Justice Kevin Leah Management Maddie Kinesiology Special Education Blake Blanton Torey International Business ORIENTATION MENTORS Abby Communication Disorders/German Elijah Political Science/ Journalism Jasmine Aleayah Pol.Sci./African American Studies Elizabeth Journalism (Ad/PR) Jazmine Avery Elementary Education Theatre/Creative Writing Emma Garrett Supply Chain Management Jordan Jotham History/African American Studies Information Systems Malone Matthew Paige Prestianna Mechanical Engineering Pre-Nursing Marketing Sara Sarah Solomon Sophia Management Journalism (Ad/PR) Journalism (Ad/PR) Biology Biology Kinesiology Political Science Information Systems Megan Criminology Ranique Social Work Midori Communications Raquel Business Marketing Gio Journalism (Ad/PR) Kyle Biomedical Engineering Mikenna Apparel Merchandising Ryan Marketing Talia Marketing Braden Energy Finance Helen Marketing Laura Bridget Sociology Isabel Art Education Logan Kinesiology Anthropology Miranda Olivia Journalism (News/Editorial) Salma Graphic Design English Sam Political Science/ History Taylor International Business FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM AND PARTICIPATE IN ORIENTATION @UARKorientation #UARKorientation TRADITIONS We’re proud of our many fun and unique traditions at the University of Arkansas Here are just a few of the traditions that have shaped the U of A’s distinct identity and have united generations of students MASCOT After a victory over Louisiana State in 1909, Coach Bezdek told the crowd that his team had performed “like a wild bunch of Razorbacks.” In 1910, the student body voted to change the official university mascot from the Cardinal to the Razorback The official colors of the University of Arkansas remained cardinal and white SENIOR WALK Senior Walk is the University of Arkansas’ longest tradition in miles as well as years We like to say it is concrete proof of our commitment to helping our students succeed Begun by the class of 1905, the class of 1904 added their names to the sidewalk a few years later Each graduating class since has had their names engraved on the walk More than 175,000 are now listed on Senior Walk U OF A SEAL The official seal of the University of Arkansas was designed by Zelma Rothrock in 1923 and adopted by the Board of Trustees that same year The U of A seal can be found on certificates, legal documents, diplomas, transcripts, and items of an equally official nature ALMA MATER In 1909, Brodie Payne, an alumnus of the University of Arkansas, submitted his song to a competition to find a University song Henry D Tovey, who was the director of the Glee Club at that time, set the song to music In 1931, the University College Song Association reviewed a collection of 500 college tunes, and the U of A Alma Mater was judged to be one of the 25 best college songs in the United States 5 ORIENTATION SCHEDULE *Indicates optional activity or session LOCATION TIME ACTIVITY 8:00 8:40 am Student Check-In Garland Center Courtyard Parent & Guest Check-In Arkansas Union Living Room Campus ID Card Campus Card Office Arkansas Union 4th Floor Continental Breakfast Arkansas Union 5th Floor Information Exchange International Connections Lounge 8:45 9:00 am University Welcome Verizon Ballroom 9:00 10:00 am Navigating New Territories Verizon Ballroom 10:00 10:10 am Traditions Verizon Ballroom 10:10 10:20 am Break 10:20 10:40 am Destination: Fayetteville Verizon Ballroom 10:40 11:15 am Student Success Verizon Ballroom 11:15 11:30 am Mentors will escort students, parents, and guests to your college meeting Check in with our staff and make your way to the Arkansas Union An orientation mentor will guide you to the campus card office to create your student ID card You will pick up your ID card between 1:00 - 5:00 p.m in the Arkansas Union Living Room Visit with more than 40 campus offices gathered in the Arkansas Union to provide valuable information and answer questions This session is designed to provide you with information that will help you and your guests successfully navigate the University of Arkansas, with representatives from: Enrollment Services • Title IX • Treasurer’s Office • Transit & Parking Student Standards & Conduct • Pat Walker Health Center • U of A Police Dept Learn about the rich academic, cultural, historical, and athletic traditions that make the U of A so special Learn about your new college home with representatives from University Housing or Off-Campus Student Services Learn more about the Career Development Center, University Perspectives, CLASS+, course materials, University Libraries, and Academic Integrity, and hear from current students who utilize these great resources on campus 11:30 am - College Meeting, Lunch, Academic Advising and Registration 4:00 pm Actual ending times may vary 1:00 - 1:00 5:00 pm Meet with representatives from your college to learn more about your major or area of interest and explore ways to enhance your education During this time you will meet with an academic advisor and select your fall schedule Dale Bumpers College of Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences, Room D115 Fay Jones School of Architecture and Design Vol Walker Hall, Room 404/405 J William Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences Union Ballroom College of Education and Health Professions Graduate Education Auditorium College of Engineering Bell Engineering, Room 2282 Sam M Walton College of Business J.B Hunt, Room 216 University Offices Open for Questions* Campus and University Housing Tours* Campus and housing tours will leave from Silas Hunt Hall at 3:00 and 3:30 p.m Housing tours are limited to Maple Hill East and Holcombe Hall BREAKOUT SESSIONS TIME 1:30 - 2:00 pm ACTIVITY Parents, take advantage of these presentations while your student participates in academic advising Students, join breakout sessions when not meeting with an advisor or enrolling in classes *Indicates optional activity or session LOCATION HOGS Abroad* Arkansas Union, 508 Home Suite Home* Arkansas Union, 512 Money Matters: Financial Aid & Academic Scholarships* Arkansas Union, 511 Money Matters: Treasurer’s Office* Arkansas Union Theatre Connecting for Success* Arkansas Union, 507 HOGS Abroad* Arkansas Union, 508 HogSync: Your Connection to Getting Involved* Arkansas Union, 511 Razorback Nation* Arkansas Union, 509-510 University Technology Needs* Arkansas Union, 512 Applying for National Scholarships* Arkansas Union, 508 The Honors College Experience* Arkansas Union, 507 Going Beyond Your Orientation Experience* Arkansas Union, 511 Home Suite Home* Arkansas Union, 512 Money Matters: Treasurer’s Office* Arkansas Union Theatre Get involved outside the classroom through study abroad, service learning, internships, and co-op programs Current students and staff from the Study Abroad Office will discuss their experiences and answer questions from students and guests University Housing staff will answer your specific questions as well as frequently asked questions regarding living on campus Topics will include: an update on room selection and pending room assignment information, choosing an arrival time, and navigating to campus on move-in day Staff will discuss how to utilize and retain awarded federal aid, state aid, and scholarships, and will review the requirements for student loans and Parent PLUS loans as well as information regarding funding opportunities for sophomore year and beyond Representatives from the Treasurer’s Office will assist students and parents in understanding billing, payment and refund options, parent authorizations, and student account information 2:00 - 2:30 pm The Center for Multicultural and Diversity Education supports academic success and helps students connect with the campus community from day one to graduation In this session you’ll learn about the Academic Enrichment Program, a learning and leadership support system that embraces diversity, discovery, and achievement See description above Getting involved is an important aspect of your college experience HogSync is an online community that can help you get connected to Registered Student Organizations, the Center for Community Engagement, University Programs, Associated Student Government, and more From an All-Access Pass for Razorback sports to exclusive member-only giveaways and events, you won’t want to miss out on your Razorback Experience at the U of A Hear directly from students and staff with Razorback Athletics, the Razorback Foundation, and the Student Alumni Association about how to get involved on campus and build your network Learn where to get help with technology on campus, your student’s technology requirements, and what the U of A Computer Store offers at academic prices to meet those requirements 2:30 - 3:00 pm The Office of Nationally Competitive Awards helps U of A students compete for the nation’s most prestigious awards, including the Rhodes, Goldwater, and Truman Scholarships Learn how our students have made the most of their undergraduate experiences and gone on to graduate studies at top institutions across the country and around the globe Honors College representatives will share experiences of discovery, creativity, and service This session is for students admitted into the Honors College and for those interested in learning about the opportunities available to all honors students, including study abroad and research grants Orientation is wrapping up and you might feel like you are on your own now, but you are not! Find out about R.O.C.K Camp, R.O.C.K Camp Adventure, A-Week, Welcome Weeks, and UARK Cardinal nights New Student & Family Programs is here to help you get involved and start your U of A experience right! See description above See description above 3:00 - 4:00 pm Campus & Housing Tours* Silas Hunt Hall Campus tours leaving Silas Hunt Hall Lobby at 3:00 p.m and 3:30 p.m Campus ID Card Pick-Up Campus Card Office Arkansas Union 4th Floor TIPS FOR SUCCESS At times it can be overwhelming thinking about how many organizations there are to join It’s okay to take your time and try out many different things until you find what feels right Doris Imoh, Nursing Class of 2020 Being involved on campus is vital in meeting people outside of your circle Don’t be afraid to branch out! Cassie Johnson, Criminal Justice Class of 2019 The opportunities to build connections with your professors and advisors are extremely valuable They can assist you not only during your time on campus, but also as you leave here for bigger and better things They are on your side! Carly Waschka, Business Marketing Class of 2018 Know that the faculty and staff here really care about you as a student Everyone wants to be able to help you when you need it - Mackenzie Payton, Biochemistry Class of 2021 Remember that every other new student on campus is going through this transition with you It is perfectly normal to feel nervous at times You are not alone! - Gus Williams, Biomedical Engineering Class of 2021 Ask your friends for tips on good studying habits or unique places around campus to study - Jamarcus House, Public Health Class of 2019 The most valuable information I learned during my first year on campus was the importance of front-loading my week and actually scheduling time to homework or study - Foster Perry, Business Class of 2020 Take advantage of the many resources available to you as a student, such as tutoring or other forms of academic assistance through CLASS+ Noah Smith, Political Science Class of 2021 My University Perspectives professor advised me to plan my days to include down time You can’t be successful without rest! Augie Irons, Accounting Class of 2018 GENERAL FAQ During orientation, will I be able to view the specific residence hall room I will be living in? While we are not able to show your particular room, we have a limited number of residence halls available to tour See agenda for times and location to meet • Holcombe Hall or Futrall Hall • Maple Hill East (Maple Hill East, South & West and Stadium Drive Residence Hall) What is there for students to between move-in and the first day of classes? A-Week is designed to aid incoming first-year students in their transition from high school to college by providing programming focused on student success in and outside of their classroom experience A-Week begins right after students move in and is filled with events the week before the fall semester starts Each day of A-Week focuses on a specific theme related to student success including Tradition, Involvement, and Wellness A-Week also aims to connect incoming students with both new and upperclassman Razorbacks Incoming students are placed in A-Teams that are led by mentors who lead them through discussions and events related to the daily topics What if we have questions for an office that doesn’t present during orientation? We want you to customize your orientation experience Orientation mentors and staff are available to help you connect with any office or department you wish to visit All campus offices are open until pm We’re already ready to come back to campus! When is move-in? Move-in dates for students vary Visit movein.uark.edu for more details! I have special physical and/or dietary needs Who should I contact to make sure these needs are met? For accommodations, students can register with the Center for Educational Access and request their services More information about this process can be found online at cea.uark.edu To address any dietary restrictions or preferences, please contact Chartwells’ registered dietitian, Ashley Meek, at ameek@uark.edu Where I access the academic calendar to view important dates, such as the first day of class, drop/ add dates, holiday breaks, etc.? Fall classes begin on August 26 To view the academic calendar, please visit registrar.uark.edu and select Academic Dates Where I find more information regarding my tuition payment or payment plan options? Important Deadlines are posted on the Treasurer’s Office homepage For the Fall and Spring semesters, payment is normally due the fifth day of class To make a payment, log in to your UAConnect account and select the Treasurer’s Office icon Where can I learn more about navigating UAConnect, FERPA, and third-party information release? Tutorials and step-by-step instructions are available at help-uaconnect.uark.edu Take time to familiarize yourself with this information Where I view parking information and when can I purchase a parking pass? Parking passes are available to purchase once you are enrolled in courses Visit parking.uark.edu for more information How I contact my academic advisor after orientation? To connect with an advisor after orientation, visit advising.uark.edu How I get more information about financial aid and scholarship opportunities available at the U of A? These offices are conveniently located in the same building—Silas Hunt Hall—on campus If you’re unable to visit them in person, navigate to scholarships.uark.edu or finaid.uark.edu for more information information AFTER ORIENTATION We have covered a lot of information during orientation If you would like more information about anything you’ve learned during your session, we’ve included everything you need to remember in a special After Orientation section of our website: orientation.uark.edu/after_orientation/ To view the schedule of events for A-Week, visit aweek.uark.edu CAMPUS MAP CLEVELAND STREET Reid Hall P Maple Hill Gatewood Hall Bookstore 12 Jean Tyson Develeopment Center LEVERETT AVENUE Northwest Quads Epley Center for Health Professions GARLAND AVENUE Garland Avenue Hotz Hall Futrall Hall John W Tyson/ Poultry Science 13 Holcombe Hall MAPLE STREET Plant Sciences Administration 14 Memorial Hall Carnal Hall Leflar Law Center Social Work Faulkner Performing Arts Center Home Economics Agriculture Mullins Library ARKANSAS AVENUE Peabody Hall Chemistry Building IVE M DR IU STAD P Walton Hall Fine Arts Building Music Building Gearhart Hall Chem/Biochem Research Discovery Hall Epley Band Center Ferritor Hall Greek Theater 11 Gibson RAZORBACK ROAD Gregson Science Engineering Hall Engineering Hall DICKSON STREET Mechanical Engineering Kimpel Founders Hall Physics 10 Nanotechnology Humphreys Hall Willard J Walker Hall Gladson-Ripley Hall Business Building Yocum Hall Buchanan-Droke Hall 15 P Reynolds Center points of interest Arkansas Union Brough Dining Hall Old Main Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences Vol Walker Hall Graduate Education Building Bell Engineering J.B Hunt Hall Garland Center Parking Garage 10 Champions Hall = Main Road 10 11 Hillside Auditorium 12 University Housing 13 Pat Walker Health Center 14 Silas Hunt Hall 15 University Recreation (UREC) = Sidewalk CAMPUS CONTACTS & INFO Center for Educational Access Scholarship Office Pat Walker Health Center Honors College Financial Aid Transit & Parking Housing Treasurer’s Office College Advising Center Registrar Admissions 479-575-3104 ada@uark.edu cea.uark.edu 479-575-7678 honors@uark.edu honorscollege.uark.edu 479-575-3951 housing@uark.edu housing.uark.edu 479-575-5451 registra@uark.edu registrar.uark.edu 479-575-4464 scholars@uark.edu scholarships.uark.edu 479-575-3806 finaid@uark.edu finaid.uark.edu 479-575-5651 treainfo@uark.edu treasurer.uark.edu 479-575-4451 pwhc@uark.edu health.uark.edu 479-575-7275 parking@uark.edu; transit@uark.edu parking.uark.edu advising.uark.edu 479-575-5346 uofa@uark.edu admissions.uark.edu OFFICES & FACILITIES TO VISIT University Recreation (UREC) See Map Every UARK student has a UREC membership which includes access to the HPER Building, the UREC Fitness Center (AR Union), and the outdoor fields at the UREC Sports Complex From intramural sports and group fitness, to student employment opportunities and exploring the outdoors, we have something for you! Keep up with us @URECarkansas Center for Educational Access Arkansas Union Second Floor, 209 Phone: 479-575-3104 The University of Arkansas makes every effort to offer equal educational opportunities for all students and is committed to improving the total university experience for students with disabilities Come visit us at the Center for Educational Access for help with any accommodations you may need to be a successful firstyear student Student Technology Center & IT Services Arkansas Union Third Floor & Arkansas Union Living Room The Student Technology Center features a digital media lab, a technology lounge for social and collaborative computing, equipment check-out, and an extensive gaming studio In the digital media lab, students can edit audio and video and develop multimedia and web projects Veterans Resource and Information Center Garland Avenue Center, Suites 115-116 Phone: 479-575-8742 The Veterans Resource and Information Center (VRIC) serves as the central point of contact for prospective or current University of Arkansas student veterans and families needing assistance with the university process and military education benefits 11 UNDERGRADUATE AREAS OF STUDY The following is a reference list of degrees and courses offered at the University of Arkansas For the complete catalog of studies, please visit the online course catalog at catalog.uark.edu/undergraduatecatalog Dale Bumpers College of Agricultural, Food & Life Sciences MAJORS, CONCENTRATIONS, & MINORS • Agricultural Business M Agricultural Management & Marketing Agricultural Economics Pre-Law • Agricultural Education, Communication, & Technology Agricultural Communications M Agricultural Education M Agricultural Leadership M Agricultural Systems Technology Management M • Animal Science Animal Science M Equine Science M Pre-professional Preparation • Economics International Economics & Business Economics • English M Creative Writing English • English/Journalism Advertising/Public Relations Broadcast Creative Writing News/Editorial • French M • Geography M Cartography/Remote Sensing • Geology M Geophysics • German M • Graphic Design • Apparel Merchandising & Product Development • History M • Birth through Kindergarten • Interdisciplinary Studies O • Crop Science M • Food, Nutrition and Health • International & Global Studies European and Transatlantic Affairs/Peace Security and Human Rights/ Global South • Food Science M Food & Culinary Sciences Food Science Food Technology • Journalism MO Advertising/Public Relations Broadcast News/Editorial • Horticulture, Landscape, & Turf Sciences • Journalism/Political Science Advertising/Public Relations Broadcast News/Editorial • Environmental, Soil, & Water Science • Hospitality Management M • Human Development & Family Sciences M • Chinese (Business Orientation) • Criminal Justice • East Asian History and Politics • French (Business Orientation) • Gender Studies • German (Business Orientation) • Global Studies • Historic Preservation • Indigenous Studies • Italian • Japanese (Business Orientation) • Jewish Studies • Legal Studies • Medical and Health Humanities • Medieval and Renaissance Studies • Religious Studies • Rhetoric and Writing Studies • Southern Studies • Spanish for the Professions College of Education & Health Professions MAJORS, CONCENTRATIONS, & MINORS • Career & Technical Education Business Education Family & Consumer Sciences Education Technology Education • Marketing M • Educational Studies • Elementary Education • German Education • Human Resource & Workforce Development Education O • Architecture • Music M Brass Instruments Guitar Performance Jazz Studies Music Business Music Composition Music Theory Piano Education Piano Performance String Education String Performance Voice Education Voice Performance Woodwind, Brass, or Percussion Education Woodwind, Brass, or Percussion Performance • Interior Design M • Philosophy M • Landscape Architectural Studies • Physics M Astronomy Biophysics Computational Electronics Geophysics Optics Professional • Crop Biotechnology • Entomology • Event Management • Horticulture • Human Nutrition • Landscape Horticulture • Natural Resources Management • Pest Management • Plant Pathology • Soil Science • Turf Management Fay Jones School of Architecture & Design • Architectural Studies • Landscape Architecture ADDITIONAL MINORS • History of Architecture and Design • Planting Design J William Fulbright College of Arts & Sciences • Political Science M MAJORS, CONCENTRATIONS, & MINORS • Psychology M • Anthropology M • Social Work MO • Arabic M • Sociology M • Art Education • Spanish M • Art History M • Studio Art • Biology M • Theatre M Design & Technology Performance • Chemistry M Biochemistry Biophysical Chemistry SECOND/DEPENDENT MAJORS • Communication M O • African & African American Studies M • Asian Studies M • Latin American & Latino Studies M • Middle East Studies M • Criminology MINOR ONLY CONCENTRATIONS • Earth Science • Child Advocacy Studies Training O • Classical Studies M • International Business M Accounting Business Economics M Finance General Business Information Systems Management Marketing Retail Supply Chain Management • Communication Sciences & Disorders • Medical Science ADDITIONAL MINORS • General Business M2O • Information Systems M Business Analytics M Enterprise Resource Planning M Blockchain Enterprise Systems M • Management M Human Resource Management Organizational Leadership Small Business Management • English Education • Poultry Science • Finance M Energy Finance Finance & Banking M Finance & Real Estate M Financial Management & Investment M Risk Management • Childhood Education English as a Second Language Gifted & Talented Reading STEM • Mathematics M Applied Mathematics Pure Mathematics Statistics M • Human Nutrition and Dietetics • Business Economics M Business Economics International Economics & Business • Exercise Science • French Education • Nursing O Pre-Licensure BSN RN to BSN O LPN to BSN • LPN to BSN • Public Health • Recreation & Sport Management • Retail M Accounting General Retail Retail Economics Retail Finance Retail Information Systems Retail International Retail Management Retail Marketing Retail Supply Chain Management • Supply Chain Management M MINOR ONLY CONCENTRATIONS • Behavioral Economics • Economics • International Economic Development • Nonprofit Studies Pre-professional Programs • Civil Engineering • Pre-Chiropractic • Pre-Cytotechnology • Pre-Dental • Pre-Dental Hygiene • Pre-Diagnostic Medical Sonography • Pre-Education for Secondary Education • Pre-Law • Pre-Medical • Pre-Medical Technology • Pre-Nuclear Medicine Technology • Pre-Occupational Therapy • Pre-Ophthalmic Medical Technology • Pre-Optometry • Pre-Pharmacy • Pre-Physical Therapy • Pre-Physician Assistant • Pre-Podiatry • Pre-Radiation Therapy • Pre-Radiologic Therapy • Pre-Respiratory Care • Pre-Veterinary Medicine • Computer Engineering Interdisciplinary Minors • Computer Science M • Enterprise Resource Planning • Financial Economics • Foundations of Sustainability • International Business • Microelectronics-Photonics • Nanotechnology • Planning • Spanish Education • Special Education • Social Studies Education • Teaching K-12 Physical Education & Health MINOR ONLY CONCENTRATIONS • UATeach College of Engineering • Biological Engineering Biological Engineering Environmental Engineering • Biomedical Engineering • Chemical Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Industrial Engineering • Mechanical Engineering Aerospace Mechanical Engineering MINOR ONLY CONCENTRATIONS • Data Analytics M This field also offers a minor Sam M Walton College of Business O MAJORS, CONCENTRATIONS, & MINORS • Accounting M Available as an online program Available as a second major