1a. IntroSUS 2003 - University of Maryland University College

TutoringA number of online, on-site, and referral services are available tostudents who are interested in academic help beyond the classroom.UMUC services that are provided online or on-site (incomputing and writing) carry no charge. Fees for tutors onUMUC referral lists are arranged privately between student andtutor. Students may call 800-888-UMUC for general tutoringinformation.Writing ResourcesThe Guide to Writing and Research is now required for use in all undergraduatecourses where another such guide to writing and research isnot already required. Students may purchase a print copy of the guideor access the guide online at http://tychousa.umuc.edu/writinggde/.Free, in-person writing services are available to UMUC studentsat the University of Maryland, College Park, Writing Center, locatedin room 0125 of Taliaferro Hall on the College Park campus.Students should call 301-405-3785 for information abouthours and appointments.The UMUC Online Writing Center may be accessed on the Webat www.umuc.edu/writingcenter.Alumni AssociationThe UMUC Alumni Association was established in 1990 to support,enhance, and promote UMUC and its community of alumni and studentsworldwide. The Alumni Association reaches out to all membersof the UMUC community with opportunities to become involved inassociation activities as well as professional and personal developmentseminars and workshops.With a membership of more than 100,000 alumni, the associationoffers programs and services that are beneficial to both alumni andstudents. In addition to funding scholarships for UMUC students,the association seeks to encourage alumni and students to participateactively in the UMUC community by attending events, volunteering,and staying connected to their alma mater in ways that contribute toits success.Membership in the UMUC Alumni Association is automaticupon graduation—there are no applications or fees. Followingare just a few of the benefits of being a UMUC alumnus:•Regular issues of the Achiever alumni magazine.•Eligibility to apply for an Alumni Association affinity credit card.•Discounted GEICO automobile insurance.•Discounts at UMUC’s Virtual Bookstore.•Networking opportunities and access to career resources.More information about the UMUC Alumni Association is availableonline at www.umucalumni.org; by contacting the Alumni Relationsoffice at 800-888-UMUC, ext. 7179; or by sending an e-mail toalumni@umuc.edu. Student inquiries are always welcome.247