2019.08.16-19 Golden Tiger Experience

STUDENT RESOURCES AND SUPPORT PROGRAMS The Office of Admissions and Enrollment Management recruits talented students who meet the university’s desired academic profile; evaluates applications and credentials of prospective students for timely acceptance; establishes professional relationships with high school and community college counselors; maintains relationships with alumni and the community to facilitate recruitment efforts; and upholds the university’s reputation and image The office’s goal is to market the university’s academic programs, rich traditions, historical legacy and student life experiences in a manner that positively benefits enrollment, as well as its national and international reputation and acclaim Location: Margaret Murray Washington Hall, lower level  Hours: Monday through Friday, a.m to 4:30 p.m  Phone: 800.622.6531  Fax: 334.727.5750  Email: admissions@tuskegee.edu  Web: tuskegee.edu/admissions The Office of Housing and Residence Life provides students with an educational living-learning atmosphere that promotes a successful transition from home to campus living We strive to create a safe and wholesome environment that is conducive to student development and that fosters academic success, leadership, positive decisionmaking and responsible citizenship Services are provided in a friendly, courteous and efficient manner to ensure a positive experience that compliments academic success Location: Behind the West Commons Apartments  Hours:  Monday through Friday, a.m to 4:30 p.m  Phone: 334.724.4100 or 727.8600  After-Hours: 334.727.8866  Fax: 334.724.4987  Email: tuhousing@tuskegee.edu  Web: tuskegee.edu/housing The Office of Student Financial Services manages financial aid and scholarship resources from university, federal, state and private sources Students may be awarded financial aid in the form of scholarships, fellowships, grants, work study, and loans These funds are awarded based on eligibility, including financial need, academic merit, athletic achievement, and/or non-athletic performance measures Every effort is made to allocate resources to afford as many students as possible the opportunity to attend and graduate from Tuskegee Office staff also provide financial aid counseling to parents and students Location: Carnegie Hall, 2nd floor  Hours: Monday through Friday, a.m to 4:30 p.m  Phone: 800.416.2831 or 334.727.8088  Fax: 334.724.4227  Email: faid@tuskegee.edu  Web: tuskegee.edu/faid The Office of the Bursar manages the payment of university-related fees, including tuition, room and board, by check, money order, and debit/credit card Bursar’s Office staff members work closely with Admissions and Enrollment Management, the Registrar’s Office, and Student Financial Services to ensure students are officially enrolled and have access to necessary university services We strive to provide all students with exceptional service while abiding by the university’s financial policies and procedures Location: 108 Kresge Center  Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m to 3:30 p.m  Phone: 334.727.8538 or 727.8648  Fax: 334.724.4465  Email: bursar@ tuskegee.edu  Web: tuskegee.edu/bursar The Office of the Registrar provides services to current and former students, employees, and other constituents that include academic records and transcripts requests; Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) guidance; enrollment verification; registration; transfer credit processing; and graduation clearance THE GOLDEN TIGER EXPERIENCE: NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION Location: 136 Kresge Center  Hours: Monday through Friday, a.m to 12 p.m., and p.m to 4:30 p.m  Phone: 334.727.8505 or 727.8338  Fax: 334.727.8232  Email: registrar@tuskegee.edu  Web: tuskegee.edu/registrar The Office of Student Health Services provides students with primary health care services and encourages the use of preventive methods through health education and counseling Services include medical emergencies; medication and medical supplies; laboratory services; and referral services Location: 71-235 John A Kenney Hall  Hours: Monday through Friday, a.m to 4:30 p.m  Phone: 334.727.8641 or 727.8642  Fax: 334.724.4437  Web: tuskegee.edu/studenthealth The Wellness Center helps students achieve their personal and academic goals by helping them to better understand themselves and others and to lead more satisfying and healthy lives.  The center offers individual and group counseling for students who need assistance with or who are experiencing difficulty with personal and social issues, academics, stress management, test anxiety, grief, relationships, sexuality, family concerns, disability accommodations, and veteran’s status Location: between Kresge Center and Luther Foster Hall  Hours: Monday through Friday, a.m to 4:30 p.m  Phone: 334.727.8244  Web: tuskegee edu/wellnesscenter The Tuskegee-Center of Academic Excellence and Innovative Learning (T-CAEIL) provides academic support services to first-year and at-risk students T-CAEIL also offers academic coaching; tutoring sessions; math enrichment exercises; and academic development resources Location: 70-131 John A Kenney Hall  Hours: Monday through Thursday, a.m to p.m., Friday, a.m to p.m., and Sunday, p.m to p.m  Phone: 334.725.2390 or 725.2395  Fax: 334.725.2391  Email: tcaeil@tuskegee.edu  Web: tuskegee.edu/tcaeil The Office of Information Technology coordinates, monitors and provides appropriate access to all technology-related services for students and employees, including TigerWeb, Blackboard, university email, campus labs, and student IDs Location: 70-229 John A Kenney Hall  Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m to 4:30 p.m  Phone: 334.727.8040  Email: helpdesk@tuskegee.edu  Web: tuskegee.edu/oit AUGUST 16-20, 2019 FRIDAY, AUGUST 16 Residence Hall Move-In 7:00 a.m to 6:00 p.m Assigned Residence Halls Student I.D Station and Mailbox Assignments 8:30 a.m to 6:00 p.m Tompkins Hall Ballroom New Student Luncheon 12:30 p.m to 2:00 p.m Tompkins Hall Cafeteria Complimentary lunch for students $8 per person for parents and other guests Golden Tiger New Student Orientation Leader (NSOL) Match-up* 5:00 p.m to 6:00 p.m University Chapel Lawn Students meet their NSO leaders and groups Residence Hall Briefing* 6:00 p.m to 7:00 p.m Assigned Residence Halls Dinner 6:30 p.m to 8:00 p.m Tompkins Hall Cafeteria Opening Session* 8:00 p.m to 9:00 p.m Logan Hall Learn what is expected as a Tuskegee gentleman and woman; new student do’s and don’ts; proper protocol for attending university convocations and meetings; and Tuskegee pride Golden Tiger NSOL Team Experience Line Dancing 9:00 p.m to 10:00 p.m Logan Hall State of Skegee After Party 10:00 p.m to 1:00 a.m Logan Hall New incoming students only SATURDAY, AUGUST 17 SUNDAY, AUGUST 18 Breakfast 8:00 a.m to 9:30 a.m Tompkins Hall Cafeteria Tuskegee Song and University Chants 9:00 a.m to 9:30 a.m University Chapel Breakfast 8:00 a.m to 9:30 a.m Tompkins Hall Cafeteria Resources and Programs for Tuskegee Students 10:00 a.m to 12:00 p.m University Chapel Learn more about the resources, programs and activities available to you as a Golden Tiger Speakers from the Office of Student Affairs and other university units will discuss Chapel programs, the university’s Code of Conduct and Student Handbook, Title IX services and reporting, Judicial Affairs, Counseling Services, campus organizations, intramural sports and information technology resources Lunch 12:30 p.m to 1:30 p.m Tompkins Hall Cafeteria Meet this Year’s Student Government Association “Alliance” Administration 1:30 p.m to 3:00 p.m Logan Hall Learn more about what SGA is from this year’s officers and leaders, as well as about SGA programs and activities like freshman elections, the Freshman Dorm Step Show and Welcome Back Week traditions SGA Annual Dodgeball Game 3:00 p.m to 4:30 p.m Logan Hall Lawn Dinner 6:30 p.m to 8:00 p.m Tompkins Hall Cafeteria New Student Ball, sponsored by SGA 8:30 p.m to 12:00 a.m Logan Hall Join us in your best semi-formal attire for this nighttime opportunity to meet your classmates and make new friends Meet the Golden Tiger NSOL Team 9:00 a.m University Chapel Lawn Rites of Passage Ceremony* 9:30 a.m to 11:00 a.m University Chapel This annual ceremony is your formal welcome to the Tuskegee Family, where you will receive your official university pin, light the unity candle, and take the pledge to become a true Tuskegee Gentleman and Tuskegee Woman Our speaker will be Dr Ahkinyala Cobb-Abdullah ’95 Dinner 6:30 p.m to 8:00 p.m Tompkins Hall Cafeteria Golden Tiger NSOL Team Experience* 8:00 p.m to 11:00 p.m Logan Hall New incoming students only MONDAY, AUGUST 19 Breakfast and Academic Affairs & Support Services 8:00 a.m to 9:00 a.m Tompkins Hall Cafeteria Academic Colleges and Schools Session* 9:30 a.m to 11:30 a.m Respective college and school locations Lunch with Your College or School 11:30 a.m to 1:00 p.m Tompkins Hall Cafeteria Tuskegee Gentlemen should wear white dress shirts or polo shirts, and black dress pants Tuskegee Women should wear white or black dresses, or combination of blouses, dress pants or skirts in those color combinations Shoes should be “dressy” or “dressy casual,” and should not include flip-flops, slides, gym shoes or the like Campus Tours by NSO Leaders* 1:00 p.m to 3:00 p.m Dinner 4:00 p.m to 6:00 p.m Tompkins Hall Cafeteria Lunch 12:30 p.m to 1:30 p.m Tompkins Hall Cafeteria Student Life Patio Party 6:00 p.m to 10:00 p.m Tompkins Hall Patio Miss Tuskegee University Ladies Tea* 1:30 p.m to 3:30 p.m Tompkins Hall Ballroom *ALL EVENTS MARKED WITH AN ASTERISK ARE MANDATORY* NOTE: Scheduled activities and locations are subject to change Mr Tuskegee University and Gentlemen Talk* 1:30 p.m to 3:30 p.m Logan Hall TUESDAY, AUGUST 20 Meet the Golden Tiger NSOL Team 6:15 p.m White Hall Lawn PREPARE FOR YOUR FIRST DAY OF CLASSES “It’s a Great Day to Be a Golden Tiger!” ... Logan Hall TUESDAY, AUGUST 20 Meet the Golden Tiger NSOL Team 6:15 p.m White Hall Lawn PREPARE FOR YOUR FIRST DAY OF CLASSES “It’s a Great Day to Be a Golden Tiger! ” ... Dr Ahkinyala Cobb-Abdullah ’95 Dinner 6:30 p.m to 8:00 p.m Tompkins Hall Cafeteria Golden Tiger NSOL Team Experience* 8:00 p.m to 11:00 p.m Logan Hall New incoming students only MONDAY, AUGUST... University Chapel Learn more about the resources, programs and activities available to you as a Golden Tiger Speakers from the Office of Student Affairs and other university units will discuss Chapel