Welcome to the University College New Student Orientation

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

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 Services Office • • • UCOL Student Support Center Academic Advisors Admissions/Financial Aid Marketing UCOL Lab

Meet Your Academic Directors • 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 Chelsea Scott • Healthcare Leadership • Information Communication Technology • Global Affairs • Leadership & Organizations • Arts & Culture Paula Demos Stephanie Webb • Environmental Policy & Management • Bachelor of Arts Completion Program • Geographic Information Systems • Organizational & Professional Communication • Security Management • Strategic Human Resources Management

Becoming a University College Student

Registration Information � Follow Degree Plan � Order may or may not matter – generally foundations and MALS 4020 first for graduate degrees, certificates and BACP more flexible. � Review course descriptions to identify any pre-requisites � 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, March 28 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, April 4 th). v 50% - Class withdrawal Monday and Tuesday the third week of the quarter; Grade is recorded as a withdrawal (W) on transcript. (Through Friday, April 11 th). v 0% - Class withdrawal beginning Wednesday the third week of the quarter; Grade is recorded as a withdrawal (W) on transcript. (Begins Monday, April 14 th). Student Handbook Online At: www. webcentral. 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 web. Central 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 TODAY 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! 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Register before classes begin! Obtain copies of course textbooks/readings Check your Learning Management System for Pre-class assignments Download your course syllabus (LMS) 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: 12 -15 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 web. Central 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 Carrie Forbes Associate Dean for Student and Scholar Services University of Denver Libraries (303) 871 -3407 carrie. forbes@du. edu Anderson Academic Commons Lindsay Day, Career Coach Lindsay 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 Or you can email pioneer_card@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 � e. College /Mobile App v Course Home � Additional Resources: v v Wireless Internet Anti-virus software � DU web. Central/my. Web v v Emergency Notification Forwarding E-mail Official Grades DU Portfolio � 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 web. Central • 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 • Banner ID & PIN To Login • Click on “Resources” link in web. Central

Canvas: Your Course Home Use Canvas to access: • • • Syllabus Assignments Course Documents Grades Online Tests & Quizzes Community & Communication Areas 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: Uc-registration@du. edu �e. College Support Desk v 24/7 Support Available for Online Courses v Phone: 877 -740 -2213 v Email: helpdesk@ucolonline. com