Welcome to the University College New Student Orientation

Welcome to the University College New Student Orientation! UNIVERSITY COLLEGE UNIVERSITY OF DENVER

Representing University College Today � Molly Jordan, Student Services Specialist � Betsy Pike, Admission Counselor � Paul Novak, Senior Instructional Designer

University of Denver Overview � Founded in 1864 as Colorado Seminary � Oldest independent university in the Rocky Mountain region � DU Hosts more than 11, 000 students from 93 countries � 170+ undergraduate programs and 120+ graduate and professional programs � 2014: Sesquicentennial- 150 years at DU

University College Overview � UCOL is one of 11 accredited colleges at DU � Has been serving non-traditional students since the early 80’s � Programs v Bachelor’s Completion, Master’s, & Graduate Certificates � Accreditation v Regional Accreditation is North Central Association of Colleges & Schools – The Higher Learning Commission

Degree/Certificate Options at UCOL � Academic Degrees v v BA – Bachelor of Arts MAS – Master Of Applied Science MPS – Master Of Professional Studies MLS – Master Of Liberal Studies � Graduate Certificates v The “Concentration” Portion of a Master’s Degree � Lifelong Learning Opportunities v Credit Not Counted Toward A Particular Degree v Enrichment Program v OLLI (Osher Lifelong Learning Institute)

Introducing University College University Hall Administrative Offices • • UCOL Dean’s Office Academic Directors Academic Quality Development Team Program Assistants University College Student Support Office • • • UCOL Student Support Center Academic Advisors Admissions/Financial Aid Marketing UCOL Lab

Meet Your Academic Directors Joe Hutchison • Arts & Culture • Global Affairs • Geographic Information Systems • Organizational & Professional Communication • Leadership in Organizations • Strategic Human Resource Management • Healthcare Leadership • Information & Communication Technology • Bachelor of Arts Completion Program • Environmental Policy & Management • Security Management

Meet your Academic Advisors Eric Johnson • Healthcare Leadership • Global Affairs • Security Management • Arts & Culture Chelsea Scott • Information Communication Technology Paula Demos • Environmental Policy & Management • Geographic Information Systems Craig Miller Andrea Gross • Bachelor of Arts Completion Program • Leadership & Organizations • Organizational & Professional Communication • Strategic Human Resource Management • Bachelor of Arts Completion Program

Becoming a University College Student

Registration Information � Follow Degree Plan � Order may or may not matter – generally foundations and research course first for graduate degrees, certificates and BACP more flexible. � Review course descriptions to identify any prerequisites � Speak With an Advisor Prior to Registering for Classes � Especially � If important before your first quarter you want to make changes to degree/certificate plan � REMEMBER…Can’t make changes without advisor approval

Registration Information Payment Options � Cash & Checks Only v (NO credit card payments) � Bursar's Office – Schedule tuition payment plan v http: //www. du. edu/bursar/ � Electronic billing through DU email account v http: //www. du. edu/bursar/web_pymts. html � Financial aid v Alternative Options � Employer reimbursement v v $45 nonrefundable deferral fee Send a grade letter at the end of the quarter to submit to employer � Employer Direct Billing � Veteran and Active Military Billing Information Contact: v http: //www. du. edu/finaid/ugrad. htm v v Mike Shay : Veteran Services Coordinator EMAIL: Michael. Shay@du. edu PHONE: 303. 871. 2074

UCOL Refund/Drop Policy � 10 Week Class (meeting online or once a week) v 100% - Class withdrawal during the first week of the quarter (Monday - Friday); Class will not appear on transcript. (Through Friday, September 12 th). v 75% - Class withdrawal during the second week of the quarter (Monday - Friday); Grade is recorded as a withdrawal (W) on transcript. (Through Friday, September 19 th). v 50% - Class withdrawal Monday through Friday the third week of the quarter; Grade is recorded as a withdrawal (W) on transcript. (Through Friday, September 26 th). v 0% - Class withdrawal beginning Wednesday the third week of the quarter; Grade is recorded as a withdrawal (W) on transcript. (Begins Monday, September 29 th). Student Handbook Online At: www. pioneerweb. du. edu

New Student Checklist 1. 2. 3. Grab the handout on the table for an expanded list Know your DU ID Number (87 xxxxxxx) Access DU Pioneer. Web v v v 4. 5. 6. 7. View Billing Information Update Personal Information/email Check Grades at the End of the Quarter Obtain a Pioneer Card- open hours: Mon-Thurs, 9 -6 pm; Friday, 103 pm, Today (Sat 9/6): Special hours 11: 30 am-1: 30 pm Explore Campus Parking Options Sign up for Emergency Notifications Become Familiar with the DU Weather Policy

Get Ready for Classes! FALL CLASSES START MONDAY, SEPT 8 th!! 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Register before classes begin! Obtain copies of course textbooks/readings Check your Learning Management System (Canvas) for Preclass assignments Download your course syllabus (Canvas) Find your class location on the UCOL website Buy a Copy of the Turabian Style Manual- 8 th ed. Review the DU Honor Code – It applies to everyone. Expectations: 10 -13 hours per week per class Need Something? We’re Here For You! Call 303. 871. 2291

University College Faculty �Advantages of Adjunct Faculty: v Industry experts in their fields v Have great connections and resources v Understand what it’s like to be a working professional �Working with Your Faculty v Will respond to emails/communication within 24 -48 hours v Do not have offices on campus, but can meet online or by phone/email in most cases v Get to know them, they are great resources for you!

Capstone & Integrative Project �Culminating Project for Your Academic Program v Master’s - Two Options: v Capstone Project v One-on-One experience with Advisor v More individualized, hands-on project experience v Capstone Seminar v Classroom setting with peer involvement v Takes place over a 10 week quarter v Bachelor’s v Integrative Project v The implementation of a project design developed in BACP 3450 Integrative Project Design *University College strongly recommends that the capstone seminar/project is the ONLY course you take in your final quarter.

End of the Quarter �Fill out Course/Instructor evaluations online v v We are listening to you! Our instructors value the feedback that you can provide �View your official grades on Pioneer. Web v v View official grades about 2. 5 weeks after the quarter ends If you are eligible for an “Incomplete” be sure to file the correct paperwork with Advisors (unforeseen circumstances: illnesses, etc. ) �Look ahead to the next quarter v v v Review the annual course schedule and plan ahead Register for class for your next quarter early Relax and be proud of what you have accomplished

University of Denver Campus Resources

Academic Resources: Library Services Anderson Academic Commons Resources Available • DU Writing Center • DU Research Center • UTS Computer Assistance • Computer Lab • Technology Workshops Video: http: //www. youtube. com/watch? v=pn. Wg. VRa. Yuh. E • DU Honor Code

University College Specific Staff Chris Brown, Librarian Chris Brown Reference Technology Integration Librarian University of Denver Libraries (303) 871 -3404 christopher. brown@du. edu Anderson Academic Commons Lindsey Day, Career Coach Lindsey Day UCOL Career Coach 303. 871. 2150 Career@du. edu Driscoll South, Suite No. 30

Health & Wellness on Campus Health & Counseling Center � Health Insurance v Health insurance is only required for international students on a student Visa, but is available to all taking a campus class. � Contact v v v 303 -871 -2205 info@hcc. du. edu Location: Ritchie Center: 2240 East Buchtel Blvd. Suite 3 N Coors Fitness Center � Graduate Students v Free Usage With 8 Or More Hours Per Quarter � Undergraduate Students v Free Usage With 12 Or More Hours Per Quarter

University of Denver Pioneer Card �Official Access to the DU Campus v Provides access to some buildings and parking lots v Used to check our library resources v Discounts in the local community/ DU bookstore �Located in Driscoll Center South v Office Hours: v Monday – Thursday 9: 00 a. m. – 6: 00 p. m. (you can stop by before class) v Friday 10: 00 a. m. – 3: 00 p. m. v Today (Saturday 9/6): Special orientation hours: 11: 30 am-1: 30 pm v Or you can email pcard@du. edu and request that an ID card be mailed to you.

Identity-Specific Resources �Disability Services Program �Veterans Services Coordinator �International Student and Scholar Services �Center For Multicultural Excellence �Center for Advocacy, Prevention, and Empowerment �UTS- University Technical Support, in Anderson Academic Commons. (303) 871 -4700

University College/ DU Technology

DU & UCOL Technology Overview � University College Website v v v Check Course Schedule Check Required Books Check Room Assignment Annual Schedule Web links to everything else � Canvas/Mobile App v � Additional Resources: v v � DU Pioneer. Web/my. Web v v Emergency Notification Forwarding E-mail Official Grades DU Portfolio � Software: v v MS Office or compatible Program-Specific Software Course Home Wireless Internet Anti-virus software � Helpdesk/Support: v v v University Technology Services 303. 871. 4700 www. du. edu/uts

University College Website/Social Media University College Website • • • Visit: universitycollege. du. edu Course Schedule Textbooks Annual Schedule Links to Technology/Advising Blog Social Media/Blog

DU Pioneer. Web • Portal to DU web-based information • One login – all access • my. Web • Grades • DU Portfolio • DU Community • Emergency Notification • Log in ID: • DU ID and Passcode • (87 XXXXXXX)

DU Portfolio • http: //portfolio. du. edu • Online Personal Electronic Portfolio Website • Accessible Over The Internet • Easy To Upload Files & Information • DU ID & Passcode To Login • Click on “Resources” link in web. Central

Canvas: Your Course Home https: //canvas. du. edu Use Canvas to access: • Syllabus • Assignments • Course Documents • Grades • Online Tests & Quizzes • Discussion Boards • Virtual Classroom • Group Pages • Turnitin Plagiarism Tool • Academic Integrity Statement

Contact Us if You Need Help! �University College Student Support Center v Monday-Friday 8: 30 a. m. -4: 30 p. m. (MST) v Extended hours until 6: 30 p. m. during 1 st week of quarter v Phone: 303 -871 -2291 v Email: Ucolsupport@du. edu �Canvas Support Desk v 24/7 Support Available for Online Courses v Live Chat v Submit a ticket v Phone: 855 -712 -9770

A Message from a Fellow Student: Meet Your Classmates! Classes are great Your Classmates are even better! Attend Networking Events Ask a classmate to join you for coffee Connect outside of class

Stay Connected • Read your weekly e. News (on Wednesdays) • Watch for networking events • Attend student group events – (both virtually and in person) • Connect with students and Alumni on Linked. In – http: //ucollege. du. edu/DUcollegealumni • Get involved with the Graduate Student Association of University College

Watch for the Graduate Student Association of University College • The Graduate Student Association of University College (GSA) is a student group comprised of current University College students, from every program, dedicated to fostering community and enhancing social and professional growth for all University College graduate students. • Visit http: //portfolio. du. edu/gsa. UCol for meeting details and how to get involved. Join us! • Attend GSA student events (either virtually or inperson), such as networking happy hours or online sessions.