Welcome to Transitions JMU 101 PRESENTATION PERSONAL INFORMATION

Welcome to Transitions

JMU 101 PRESENTATION

PERSONAL INFORMATION Student ID e. ID Housing Mail: Name [First & LAST] 800 S. Main Street JMU Box # ____ Harrisonburg, VA 22807

COMMUNICATION o. IP- ISSS: Tel: (540) 568 -6119, Fax: (540) 568 -8080 Campus. Sims Online/ internet options

TECHNOLOGY @JMU My. Madison Canvas Computing Labs (21, 500, & 2 x 24) On Campus Network Connectivity Off Campus Network Connectivity Computing Help. Desk Location: Student Success Center- 4 th floor Phone #: 568 -3555

JAC CARD (THE JMU CARD) Access Flex, Punch, Dining dollars… Meals Residential Plans Commuter Plans Payments

HOUSING On-Campus Breaks Off-Campus Off Campus Life Office UDAP

MONEY &PAYMENTS Tuition Deadline (Friday) Methods of payment: Madison Money Manager- M 3 & Installment plan Credit Card, Electronic Check & online Bank Account Social Security Number Student Employment Center: Job Link: http: //joblink. jmu. edu

SCHOOL SUPPLIES Computer Purchase Bookstore Walmart, Best Buy, online Obtaining textbooks Bookstore, Facebook Online Outpost

STUDENT SUCCESS CENTER Learning Centers LGBT & Ally Education Program Office of Disability University Health Center Community Service Learning Career & Academic Planning Counseling Center Computing Help Desk Office of the Registrar University Business Office

GET INVOLVED! Community Service Learning Dux Center Office of Student Activities & Involvement University Recreation Center (UREC)

ISSS PROGRAMS Conversation Partner Program LIFE Program Global Connections

ADVICE FROM SENIORS “To know the road ahead, ask those coming back” -Chinese proverb Open Your Mind To New Possibilities "Take chances and do something different and unexpected. Don't be afraid to get involved!” Ask For Help "It is not a sign of weakness to ask for help whether it be from a professor, a friend, or a staff member. I spent too much time trying to tough out situations that could have been easily solved had I not been to proud to ask for help. ”

Take Academics Seriously "No matter how intelligent you are (or think you are), there's a subject out there that will humble you. Make sure you challenge yourself in your coursework, otherwise you're wasting your educational dollars. ” Get To Know Your Professors "The professors love when you seek them out for advice and help. It is part of the college learning process. . . They are much more helpful and friendly in a one-on-one setting. " When Picking A Major… "Don't choose a major just because you feel that you need one. Wait until you figure out what you want to do with your life. ”

Join An Organization "I wish I had understood that getting involved in clubs, sports, volunteering or any other organizations REALLY helps your motivation. I found the more active I was, the happier and more complete I felt. ” Start Planning For Your Career "Sit down and think about exactly what you want to get out of college. Talk to professionals in the field you want work in. Ask them how they got there, where they see themselves down the road, what is a typical day like, etc. Find out what you plan to get out of your college experience. ”

Other Thoughts… "Don't feel obligated to go out to parties to meet people or to be cool. Take advantage of TDU and all on campus events. They are tons of fun!" "Be courteous to your roommate no matter what situation you find yourselves in. It will make your year go much smoother. "

THE JMU WAY Hold the door Recycle Cheesy Thursday Carrier on Bleed Purple

HEALTHY & SAFE PRESENTATION

JMU CAMPUS SAFETY Emergency (540) 568 -6911 (JMU Police) 911 (Harrisonburg Emergency) Campus Safety Escorts (540) 568 -6913 Safe Rides (540) 568 -7433 (Friday & Saturday 10 pm 3 am) Emergency notification system Get emergency notifications to your phone through text messages or voice recording Blue Lights

LAWS AND POLICIES JMU & Virginia Laws [Found in the JMU Student Handbook] Individuals must be 21 years of age to buy, possess or drink alcoholic beverages. Against the law: Drunkenness and/or possession of open containers of alcohol in public area are prohibited. Driving a motor vehicle while intoxicated You and your passengers must wear seatbelt at all times Smoking in university buildings and residence courtyards is prohibited Plagiarism- Using the computer to examine, modify or copy programs or data other than one’s own http: //www. jmu. edu/catalog without proper authorization

HEALTH CENTER q Schedule an appointment (540) 568 -6178 OR online q q q There is a $25 fine for students who are late, do not show, or do not provide at least one-hour cancellation notice Bring your JACard and list of medicines you are currently taking Health insurance is not accepted No fee to see doctor/nurse (except for: lab tests, vaccines, injections) Pay with cash, check, FLEX, or Discover/Master. Card/Visa credit card

UREC

UREC

COUNSELING q Make an appointment (540) 568 -6552 or visit the Counseling Center (3 rd floor SSC) q q q At least 24 hours advance notice if you need to cancel or reschedule First appointment is 1520 minutes. https: //youtu. be/Gf. CWUX 9 gn. Dc For more information, visit www. jmu. edu/counselingctr

LIVING IN A NEW PLACE PRESENTATION

Q 1. HOW CAN I GET TO KNOW MY ROOMMATE BETTER? A. Look through my roommate’s stuff B. Say “Hi” and “Bye” C. Ignore him/her D. Eat together, ask questions, find similar interests

D. EAT TOGETHER, ASK QUESTIONS, FIND SIMILAR INTERESTS

Remember… ü Talk to one another face to face ü Try to find similarities between one another ü Do fun activities

Q 2. WHAT DO I DO WHEN I HAVE PROBLEMS WITH MY ROOMMATE? A. Call my parents and ask them to solve the problem B. Talk with my roommate C. Talk with the resident advisor (RA) or leasing office D. Yell at my roommate and expect him/her to move out E. Ignore him/her

B. Talk with my roommate FIRST! IF IT FAILS OR IS GOING NOWHERE CALL THE RESIDENT ADVISOR (RA) OR LEASING OFFICE NEXT

Remember. . . ü To avoid problems from the beginning, set DO’s & DON’Ts ü Talk with your roommate and resident advisor (RA)/leasing office ü Go over the Roommate Agreement Let’s set rules so we don’t have any problems! Yes, it’s very importa nt!

Q 3. CAN I LIVE OFFCAMPUS MY SOPHOMORE YEAR? A. Yes B. No

A. YES

Visit their website: info. jmu. edu/ocl And many more…

Q 4. CAN I STAY IN MY DORM DURING BREAKS? (E. G. THANKSGIVING BREAK, WINTER BREAK, SPRING BREAK) A. Of course yes B. No C. Maybe, if I am nice to my RA

B. NO

What do I do during long breaks? Where can I go?

Q 5. IS TAXI THE ONLY WAYI CAN GET TO THE AIRPORT? A. Yes B. No C. Just don’t leave Harrisonburg

B. NO

VALLEY CONNECTOR Thanksgiving Break Schedule: Away Trip Return Trip (Nov. 20 th & 21 st) (Nov. 28 th & 29 th) Shuttle 1 Leaving JMU 5: 30 am Leaving Dulles 9: 30 am Arriving IAD 7: 30 am Arriving JMU 11: 30 am Shuttle 2 Leaving JMU 9: 30 am Leaving Dulles 2: 30 pm Arriving IAD 11: 30 am Arriving JMU 4: 30 pm Shuttle 3 Leaving JMU 3 pm Leaving Dulles 7: 30 pm Dulles 5 pm Arriving JMU 9: 30 pm q $35 each way q Make your own trip q Pay over the phone Visit the website to book your seat or to view other shuttles: www. shenvalleycommuters. com

• By Plane: • Shenandoah Valley Regional Airport (SHD) • Dulles International Airport (IAD) • Reagan National Airport (DCA) • Airport Shuttle Services: • Shenandoah Airport Shuttle • By Bus or Train: • Amtrak • College Transit • Home Ride of Virginia • By Car: • JMU Zimride • Zipcar • Don’t forget to ask your friends and peers! www. jmu. edu/transport ation

Q 6. I HATE WALKING!WHAT CAN I DO TO GET FROM EAST CAMPUS TOMEMORIAL? A. Just keep walking B. Take the Inner Campus Shuttle (ICS) or use a bicycle C. Take a taxi. It won’t be too expensive. D. Call Thomas and ask him to give you a ride

B. TAKE THE INNER CAMPUS SHUTTLE (ICS) OR A BICYCLE

Harrisonburg Department of Public Transportation (HDPT) ü Get online schedules here: www. harrisonburgva. g ov/bus-service ü Go online and use the Bus Finder www. jmu. edu/navigate jmu/busfinder/ to find which bus to take ü Real-time transit information www. nextbus. com

Bike Rental at UREC www. jmu. edu/recreation