SectionTWOStudent Life
10Student LifeACADEMIC ADVISINGmaking the best possible decisions about academic life.<strong>The</strong> academic adviser helps the student select the mostappropriate program <strong>of</strong> study based upon the student'sabilities and interests. <strong>The</strong> adviser also helps establish realisticacademic goals in terms <strong>of</strong> sensible credit loads, properchoice <strong>of</strong> courses, study habits, outside workloads, and othercircumstances affecting the student’s academic life.<strong>The</strong> adviser also serves as a reliable source <strong>of</strong> informationabout program demands and administrative procedures. <strong>The</strong>adviser possesses a thorough knowledge <strong>of</strong> the <strong>University</strong>community and its members and maintains a comprehensiveand current awareness <strong>of</strong> developments and requirements inall <strong>University</strong> programs.<strong>The</strong> adviser is familiar with administrative proceduressuch as admission, registration, withdrawal from classes,credit-by-examination, advanced placement credit,intercampus/intercollege transition, probation, and academicdismissal. Also, the adviser acts as a referral source for thestudent with specialized needs.uakron.edu in the Student Services section.A student wishing to talk with an adviser may stop in or callStudent Services, 330-684-8900 or 1-800-221-8308, toschedule an appointment.BOOKSTORE (BARNES & NOBLE)Building, lower level. It is owned and operated by Barnes &Noble as is the bookstore on the <strong>Akron</strong> campus.campus. For example, each semester approximately 20<strong>Akron</strong> campus; these students may exchange or sell-backbooks at either Barnes & Noble. In addition, students enjoyseamless service, consistent policies and practices, andaccess to the many products and services that Barnes &Noble has to <strong>of</strong>fer.Barnes & Noble <strong>of</strong>fers a full-service textbook program thatincludes new, used, rental, and digital book options availablein-store or through their website. A key source <strong>of</strong> usedtextbooks is former students. Barnes & Noble Bookstoreswork closely with faculty and conduct extensive book buytextbooks provides 25% savings <strong>of</strong>f the new publisher pricing. <strong>The</strong> Bookstore also <strong>of</strong>fers school supplies, apparel, campusbest sellers, convenience items, and snacks. Booksellers areavailable to help every step <strong>of</strong> the way, not simply to point in ageneral direction. Students should have their class schedulesavailable when they purchase textbooks to ensure they getthe correct books.Student customers who prefer to shop online can choose tohave textbooks shipped directly to them or have them heldfor pickup in the bookstore. online at www.wayne.uakron.edu/bookstore.BOYER HEALTH ANDPHYSICAL EDUCATION CENTER<strong>The</strong> John Boyer Health and Physical Education Center court, exercise science technology laboratory, and lockerrooms. <strong>The</strong>se facilities are used by the Sport Science and Science Technology, Physical Education, and HealthEducation courses. In addition, the Athletic Department utilizesGolf) as well as the Orrville YMCA for community programming.charge. <strong>The</strong> facilities are also available to the general publicon a rental basis.CAMPUS POLICEwho are commissioned by the State <strong>of</strong> Ohio with full lawenforcement authority including powers <strong>of</strong> arrest.regulations governing <strong>The</strong> <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Akron</strong>. <strong>The</strong> policeother incidents requiring police assistance.In addition to investigating criminal complaints, the police<strong>of</strong>ficers provide various free public services to studentsincluding escort service to the parking lots, battery jumps,and vehicle lock-out assistance. If the service falls outsidewill also provide educational programs upon request tostudents and employees regarding personal safety and crimeprevention.asked to contact the Student Services Center, the Businessproper authorities for assistance or dial 330-972-7123 (just7123 from a campus phone) for <strong>The</strong> <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Akron</strong> Policeare equipped to connect with the 911 emergency number byIf emergency police services are needed outside <strong>of</strong> thebuilding, students, staff, and faculty are encouraged to useone <strong>of</strong> the emergency telephones located in the parking lots.<strong>The</strong>se phones will contact police dispatch at the <strong>University</strong>Police Department. <strong>The</strong> dispatch center will notify eitheror the City <strong>of</strong> Orrville police department depending on thecircumstances. Non-emergency services such as vehiclecampus police can be sent for assistance.FINANCIAL AIDFinancial aid programs were developed by the federal andstate governments as well as by colleges and universitiesto assist students with limited resources meet educationalthat no one is denied the opportunity <strong>of</strong> a college education