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get ready,get set,go!first-yearguidePreparing for orientationand your First Semester

New Student ChecklistBefore you are able to register for classes at the University of Minnesota, youmust complete your New Student Checklist. Each college of enrollment (i.e.,College of Liberal Arts) has its own checklist. To access your personalized NewStudent Checklist go to myu.umn.edu and select the “my college” tab.You will have additional checklist items based on your college of enrollment.Checklist items that all students need to complete include the following:Apply for Financial Aid Pages 10-11Apply for On-Campus Housing Pages 12-13Initiate Your U of M EmailCheck out the Getting Started Guide: www.oit.umn.edu/studentsVisit this page to make sure your University email account is activated, login to your University email account, learn about technology help options oncampus, and more.The following tasks can be completed @myu.umn.edu under the "my college" tabComplete Your Pre-Orientation Survey*This survey will provide your academic adviser with specific informationabout you. Your adviser will use this information to help you register for yourfirst semester classes on Day Two of Orientation. You will be asked to enterprevious coursework and placement testing results (if applicable). Be sure tohave course name, course number, and grade/score before you begin. Thissurvey will take approximately 10 – 15 minutes. Once completed, you will beable to select your Orientation date.Select Your Orientation Date* Pages 4-5Orientation occurs between June 11 and July 13. Additional dates are availablefor International Students (see page 2). You can select your Orientation dateonce you have completed the Pre-Orientation Survey.Complete Placement Testing*If you are required to complete placement testing, it will be listed on yourNew Student Checklist. Placement testing is an important part of registeringfor courses at the University of Minnesota. You must complete yourplacement tests two weeks prior to your New Student Orientation date. Yourtest scores are used by your academic adviser to determine the appropriatecourse placement.2*Task will be available as of April 4, 2012

Parents and Families: Staying Connected!Once school begins, here are some great ways for parents and families to stayconnected with the University:Parent ProgramThe Parent Program helps connect parentsand families with information about the Uof M and the student experience. Checkout the Parent Program website to learnmore about what is featured on this pageand other Parent Program resources andinitiatives including:• Timely updates and reminders• Online workshops, guides, and seminars on topics such as student alcoholuse, mental health, and college finances• Current news stories• Parent eventswww.umn.edu/parentParent NewsletterThroughout the year, parents will receive a quarterly newsletter through the mailfrom the U of M about campus issues and events of particular interest to parents.In addition, you can sign up for biweekly parent messages designed to keepyou updated on current campus events. To sign up, send your email address toparent@umn.edu. You can also find parent resources and information on theUniversity Parent website.Residence Hall Move-In Begins August 28There will be a program for parents during Residence Hall move-in before thestart of Welcome Week. Look for additional information soon!Parents WeekendSeptember 28 - 30Parents, siblings, and grandparentsare invited to campus for a weekendof activities and programs. All familymembers are invited to come to campusand take part in athletic, academic,and arts events, attend special parentworkshops, and spend time with yourstudent. Watch the University Parentwebsite for details and updates.Parents AssociationTogether, the Minnesota Parents Association and the University of MinnesotaAlumni Association have created a special dual membership offer that providesparents and their student with valuable programs and rewards. As a parent,you will have access to communications and programming designed especiallyfor you. Parents and students receive a subscription to Minnesota, the awardwinningAlumni Association magazine that highlights what’s happening at theU. Other rewards include a 10 percent discount at the U Bookstore; specialpricing on travel and hotels, including University Hotel www.parent.umn.eduMinneapolis on campus;information on special events; and student prize drawings. Registrationinformation is available at www.umn.edu/parent/association. 7

Schedule at a GlanceDay One: StudentCheck-in: Coffman Memorial Union,Ground FloorDay One: Parent8:15 – 10:00 a.m. Check-in: Coffman Memorial Union,Ground FloorMorning Activities 8:15–10:00 a.m. Morning Activities• Computer Resources• Campus or Residence Hall Tours• Exploring MajorsUniversity Honors Program(UHP): Mandatory session only forstudents participating in UHP• University Department Resource Fair• Financial Aid Counseling• Managing College Costs9:35 - 10:15 a.m.University Welcome 10:15 a.m. University WelcomeTransitioning to College; StudentSuccess SessionUniversity Resource Sessionand LunchMeet with Your College ofEnrollmentHousing or Commuting SessionU Card Information Session11:00 a.m. Financial Assistance, Tuition andBilling Session11:50 a.m. Health and Safety Presentations12:00 p.m.12:30 p.m. Lunch1:50 p.m. Meet with Student’s College ofEnrollment2:35 p.m. Break2:50 p.m. U Card Information Session3:10 p.m. Housing or Commuting Session4:15 p.m. Coaching Your Student4:20 p.m.4:50 p.m.Reconnect with Parent/Family 5:10 - 5:30 p.m. Reconnect with StudentSmall Group Meeting with yourOrientation LeaderDinner and Comstock Hall Check-inPieces of the Puzzle: College LifePresentationEvening Activities (optional)5:30 p.m. Optional Evening Program(additional registration required)5:30 p.m. For a complete schedule of theParent Orientation program,8:00 p.m.please visit www.ofyp.umn.edu/fyparentschedule10:00 p.m.Day Two: StudentBreakfast and Check-out ofFrontier HallCollege Advising and ClassRegistrationDay Two: Parent7:00-8:30 a.m. 9:30-10:30 Optional MorningSessions8:45 a.m.8

Preparing for Your ArrivalBefore You ArriveApproximately one week beforeyour scheduled orientation date,you will receive an email outliningsome important informationincluding driving directions andparking, a packing list, and otherreminders. Be sure to check yourU of M email and attend to thisinformation.OvernightAccommodationsStudent OvernightAccommodationsJune 11-July 13:Automatically reserved in ComstockHall when you set your orientationdate (required).Extra Nights or August 22 or 23If you need to stay an extra night,or if you are attending August22 or 23, visit housing.umn.edu/summerhousing/2012/student tosee if space is available in YudofHall. Cost is $22 per night, includingtax, payable that evening with cashor check. Check in anytime after3 p.m.August 27-28: Not availablewithout a housing contract.Parent OvernightAccommodationsJune 11-July 13, August 22 or 23On-campus lodging is available atYudof Hall, across the street fromCoffman Union. The rate for a singleroom is $39, or $57 for a doubleroom per room, per night includingtax, payable by cash or check whenyou arrive. You will be able to checkinto your room at 3:00 p.m., or earlierif your room is ready. Your room willhave basic amenities such as linensand towels.To make your reservation: housing.umn.edu/summerhousing/2012/parentAugust 27: No on-campus overnightoption — see hotel listing belowDisability/MobilityAccommodationsThe Disability Services office iscommitted to making the Universityaccessible and inviting for students,faculty, staff, and guests withdisabilities. If you have a disability andwould like to request accommodations(these include sign languageinterpreters and alternate formats),please contact Disability Services at612-626-1333 (v/tty) or ds@umn.edu.Arrangements must be made twoweeks prior to your Orientation date.If you or a family member have ashort-term disability (e.g. broken leg)and would have difficulty walkinglong distances during Orientation,please contact Orientation & First-YearPrograms at 1-800-234-1979 for golfcart accommodations.HotelsThe following hotels are close to Orientation activities. When making yourreservation, let them know that you are visiting the University of Minnesota.A discount may apply.University Hotel Minneapolis (East Bank)http://universityhotelminneapolis.com800-822-6757 or 612-379-8888Days Hotel Minneapolis (East Bank)www.daysinn.com/hotel/08225 800-375-3990 or 612-623-3999Holiday Inn Minneapolis Metrodome (West Bank)www.metrodome.com 800-448-3663 9 or 612-333-46469

FinancesOne StopFor answers to all your financial questions, look to One Stop Student Services.For many students, college means managing personal finances to a greaterdegree. Financial planning, financial aid, and work opportunities can helpyou make the most of your time and money. One Stop counselors give youfriendly, expert, and individualized service in person, by phone, or online atonestop.umn.edu.Are you from North Dakota, South Dakota, Wisconsin,or Manitoba?If you are a resident of any of these states or province, you may qualify forreciprocity tuition rates, which are lower than nonresident tuition rates. Obtainan application from your high school guidance counselor or on the website:admissions.tc.umn.edu/costsaid/residency.htmlHave you checked your financial aid status online?There are six steps to receiving financial aid. To find out what step you are on, goto the One Stop home page and log in to the “Financial Aid Status” quick link.The six steps are:step description1 Complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid(FAFSA) www.fafsa.govtimeline expectationASAP2 If asked, submit additional documents to One Stop ASAP3 Review paper estimated Financial Aid Award Notice(FAAN)4 Review email asking you to respond to theelectronic Financial Aid Award Notice (eFAAN)5 Complete entrance counseling and promissory notes forany accepted loansApril–Julylate Julyearly August6 Receive disbursement of funds in your student account 1 week prior to thesemester start dateLearn more tips to helpmanage your moneyCheck out the MoneyManagement section ononestop.umn.edu for greatadvice on budgeting,spending, credit, avoidingfinancial trouble, and how toget help. There’s even a longlist of free or cheap things todo around campus.Making smart decisionsabout money is one of themost important things youcan teach yourself while incollege.10

FINANCESTips From Students Like YouI wish someone had told me….1. To budget carefully and track my spending regularly.2. To live within my means. It’s tempting to try and keep up with the campus‘Joneses’ but certainly not worth going into credit card debt.3. To keep applying for scholarships throughout each year in college. I didn’tknow new scholarships would become available to me.4. I may not get my top choice job the first semester. Once I gained morejob and University experience my opportunities for jobs grew. I also tookadvantage of all the career services on campus to help with my resumé andinterview skills.5. You do not have to go off campus to have fun. Fun activities on campus arevery cheap or free in some cases.Changes in Your Family’s Financial SituationIf your family has a major change in financial status after you file the FAFSA,speak with a One Stop counselor regarding different options. You may qualify tosubmit a special circumstances appeal.Will you be receiving a non-University scholarship?If you are receiving a non-University scholarship, ask the donor to sendnotification of the award—including the name of the scholarship award and dollaramount—to One Stop Student Services.Do you want your parents or a guest to be able to help you withfinancial aid or billing?Federal and state laws, as well as University Board of Regents policy, protectthe privacy of your student record information. If you would like to allow yourparents (spouse, guardian, or other third party) to speak with a One Stopcounselor regarding registration, financial aid, billing, or grades, please sign upfor Parent/Guest Access on the One Stop website.onestop.umn.eduVeterans ServicesUniversity Veterans Services providesa wide range of services to militarymembers, veterans, and their familiesthrough the Veterans Certification Office(612-625-8076), assisting with educationalbenefits, and the Veterans Resource Office(612-625-7620), directing veterans tonon-educational benefits, services, andprograms for housing, medical needs,employment, family and transition issues.onestop.umn.edu/veterans11

HousingHousing Guarantee Deadline:May 1May 1 is the last day that you willbe guaranteed a University housingspace (Housing Application FreshmanGuarantee). The sooner you apply, thegreater your chances of getting oneof your top hall choices. Completethe online application (www.housing.umn.edu) with a $25 nonrefundablehousing application fee. If you mailyour application, we suggest that youobtain a “certificate of mailing” fromthe postal service for your records.When you submit your housingapplication with your application fee,you will receive a letter stating that youare guaranteed University housing.Housing RatesTentative housing rates are available atwww.housing.umn.edu. Final rates willbe available midsummer.Changes to Applicationby May 15Changes to your housing applicationcan be made online until May 15 andwill not affect the date your contractwas received. Changes requested afterMay 15 are not guaranteed.Housing Guarantee Payment:$250 due May 15You may not receive a housingassignment if payment is not receivedby this date! This is separate from yourenrollment confirmation fee.Your Housing Assignmentby July 31Details about your assigned residencehall/apartment, your roommate’sname and contact information, andinformation about lofts, refrigerators,and items to bring will be sent byJuly 31.Loft and Bunk Ordersby August 10Loft and bunk orders must be placedby August 10 for the residence halls.Ordering information will be sent byJuly 31.Move-In August 27-29In July you will receive informationfrom Housing & Residential Life (HRL)in the mail with the time and date ofyour move-in. All other students willmove in on September 1.12

Wednesday, August 29:Move In and Get SettledMove in to your residencehall, Check in for WelcomeWeek and meet your smallgroupmembers at yourKick-Off Meeting beforeattending the Target Run!Thursday, August 30:New Student Convocation& College DayMeet the Class of 2016 at New StudentConvocation and then spend the day with yourcollege of enrollment. Celebrate becoming aGopher at Pride & Spirit and end the night withfree food and fun at the Fun Zone.Friday,August 31:U of M DayLearn to navigate the full TwinCities campus and attend sessionson money management, Strengthsand other transition areas ofinterest to you. End the day witha motivational speaker, JermaineDavis, and evening entertainmentat Gophers After Dark.Saturday, September 1:Service & Engagement DayParticipate in a Service and EngagementExperience and get involved at Explore-U.Spend the evening riding rides at NickelodeonUniverse at the Mall of America!Sunday, September 2:Community Exploration DayGet off campus on a Community Explorationtrip, and enjoy the last meeting with yoursmall group. You will attend a House Meetingif you live on campus and have the option toparticipate in evening activities.Monday, September 3:Prepare for ClassesCheck outwelcomeweek.umn.edu for adetailed schedule.15

Your First-Year ResourcesDuring this time of transition,it is important for you to takeadvantage of the opportunitiesand resources available to supportand enhance your first-yearexperience. These are describedon the following pages.Your experiences will give youthe opportunity to grow in theareas outlined in the StudentLearning and DevelopmentOutcomes. Use your strengths tocreate a successful undergraduateexperience which will lead to timely graduation.Discover Your Strengths at the U of M!The University of Minnesota has created a unique opportunity for you! As afirst-year student, you will be invited to take the StrengthsFinder ® Assessmentwhich helps identify your greatest areas of talent. Learn how to apply yourtalents toward creating your own personal, academic and career success byparticipating in strengths-based classes, workshops, activities and conversationswith advisers, career counselors, faculty and instructors, supervisors, and otherstudents. This is one of many ways the University of Minnesota is investing inyou! Complete the assessment, learn more about who you are at your best, andinvest in you, too.You will receive instructions for how to take the assessment as a part of yourWelcome Week preparation process, so keep an eye out! To learn more aboutstrengths at the University of Minnesota, visit www.strengths.umn.edu.Student Learning Outcomes and StudentDevelopment OutcomesAt the University of Minnesota, we recognize that an undergraduate educationis made up of a wide variety of experiences both in and out of the classroom.To encourage your learning and development, the University has developed twosets of outcomes—one in the area of student learning and one in the area ofstudent development. Along with the University’s liberal education curriculum,these outcomes will help shape your undergraduate experience.Student Learning OutcomesThe University’s student learning outcomes define what you will be able to dowhen you have completed any undergraduate degree, regardless of major.At the time of receiving a bachelor’s degree, you:• can identify, define and solve problems.• can locate and critically evaluate information.• have mastered a body of knowledge and a mode of inquiry.• understand diverse philosophies and cultures within and across societies.• can communicate effectively.• understand the role of creativity, innovation, discovery, and expressionacross disciplines.• have acquired skills for effective citizenship and life-long learning.16

Four-Year Graduation PlanThere are many advantages to graduating in four years, including financialsavings, increased learning that comes with maintaining momentum fromsemester to semester, and getting a head start on your post-college goals.This plan can help you achieve four-year graduation by assuring thatrequired courses will be available to you. If the University cannot providea required course, it will, as its option, substitute another course for therequirement OR waive the requirement at the department’s discretion.If the U of M cannot provide either of these options and, consequently,it takes you longer than four years to graduate, the U of M will pay theadditional tuition.What’s your responsibility?• Start at the U of M as a freshman.• Take courses appropriate for your major.• Take freshman composition during your first academic year.• Discuss and sign an agreement with your adviser at Orientation.• Work with your adviser to set up an academic plan each year.• Register on your assigned registration date.• If you have problems registering, let your adviser know immediately.• Remain in good standing with your college and department.The deadline to apply forthe Four-Year GraduationPlan is the first day of fallsemester — Sept. 4, 2012.Talk to your adviserat Orientation.academic.umn.edu/fouryearStudent Development OutcomesThe University’s student development outcomes describe what characteristicsyou will possess upon graduation from the University of Minnesota.University of Minnesota students will demonstrate:• Responsibility and Accountability• Independence and Interdependence• Goal Orientation• Self Awareness• Resilience• Appreciation of Differences• Tolerance of AmbiguityThese outcomes reinforce the principle that learning takes place throughout yourUniversity experience—both in and out of the classroom. As a U of M student,you can expect that faculty and staff will integrate these outcomes into thedesign of Orientation and Welcome Week, academic courses, undergraduateresearch, internships, learning abroad experiences, on-campus employment, andleadership opportunities.academic.umn.edu/provost/teaching/cesl_loutcomes.html17

Computer and Technology InformationDo you need a computer or software?Once you attend Orientation and register for classes, you are eligible to receivediscounts on computers, software, and other technology products. There aretwo options at the University of Minnesota for making these purchases. Whichone should you go to? It depends on what you are looking for.The University of Minnesota Bookstore M Tech StoreThe University of Minnesota Bookstore at Coffman Memorial Union is hometo the M Tech Store where students can choose from the many technologyoptions available to them—most with special educational discounts. Visit theM Tech Store to test drive the latest technology and have your questionsanswered by our Apple trained and certified team. You may also view thecomplete selection of technology products online at www.mtech.umn.edu. Youcan use your student account to purchase at the Bookstore and online fromtheir website. All online computer orders qualify for free shipping.• U of M certified computer bundles• Apple Products (complete Apple product line)• iPads, iPods, and other tablets• Any software besides Antivirus, Microsoft Office, or Windows 7 (forexample, educational pricing on Adobe)• Other technology products (for example, computer speakers,printers, Verizon smartphones, and more)22

The Office of Information Technology“Technology Products” WebsiteThe Office of Information Technology (OIT) Technology Productswebsite (www.oit.umn.edu/technology-products) offers discounts on avariety of technology products including software, computers, printers,cellphones, and more. Some software titles are offered at no chargewhile others are available at greatly reduced prices.• U of M certified computer bundles• Antivirus, Microsoft Office, or Windows 7 software• Other software (The M Tech Store offers better pricing onsome titles, but you might find titles here that are not availableat the M Tech Store. Check both locations.)• Other technology products (for example, cell phones, highspeedInternet access, and telephone service)For other technology help resources, please visitwww.oit.umn.edu/students or stop by one of our Tech Stoplocations: 101 Coffman Union (East Bank), Blegen 90 (West Bank),Coffey 50 (St. Paul).23

Health and SafetyYou will find that you have a greater sense of independence at college and it canbe overwhelming at times. While you will be responsible for your own decisionsand actions, you are not alone. The resources listed below are available tosupport you in learning to manage your independence.Complete YourImmunization FormStudents are required to submit aStudent Immunization Form thefirst time they register for one ormore credits. To submit your formonline, visit www.bhs.umn.edu/immunization-requirements.htm.Make Sure You Meet theUniversity Health InsuranceRequirementAll students are required to havehealth plan coverage. Studentswho do not appropriately waive theUniversity-sponsored Student HealthBenefit Plan per established guidelineswill be automatically enrolled in theUniversity-sponsored Plan. Pleasevisit www.shb.umn.edu/waiver.htmand view the orientation checklist andFAQ to determine if your insurancemeets criteria for a waiver andwhat information you must bring toorientation. For questions contact theOffice of Student Health Benefits atumshbo@umn.edu or 612-624-0627.Student Mental HealthWebsiteA web resource for students, theirparents, faculty, and staff whowish to learn more about mentalhealth and related resources at theUniversity of Minnesota, Twin Cities.www.mentalhealth.umn.eduAurora Center for Advocacy& EducationProvides free and confidentialservices with a 24-hour help line(612)-626-9111 and weekday walk-inhours that include information,emotional support, referrals, andadvocacy for survivors of sexualassault, relationship violence, andstalking. The Aurora Center alsoprovides prevention education forthe campus community.www.umn.edu/aurora24

Check out BoyntonHealth ServiceAs a member of the University ofMinnesota community, you have access toone of the highest quality health servicesin the nation. For over 90 years, BoyntonHealth Service has taken pride in meetingthe health care needs of students,staff, and faculty with compassion andprofessionalism. Boynton’s clinics andservices include eye clinic, dental clinic,pharmacy, massage therapy, primarycare, women’s clinic, mental health clinic,physical therapy, nutrition services,health education, lab, x-ray, and more.Students who pay the Student ServicesFee and have health plan coverage(e.g., a parent’s plan, the Universitysponsoredplan) receive most servicesat Boynton at no out-of-pocket costafter the bill has been processed bytheir health plan.www.bhs.umn.eduInformation: 612-625-8400Appointments: 612-625-3222Located behind Coffman UnionUniversity of MinnesotaPolice Department (UMPD)The UMPD is a professionalpolice department, dedicatedto protecting the people andproperty of the University ofMinnesota. The UMPD works toprovide a safe environment forthe students, staff, faculty andvisitors.www.umn.edu/police/612-624-COPSStudent ConflictResolution CenterSCRC provides a full rangeof services to students withuniversity-based complaints orconcerns and helps studentsresolve problems or conflictsinformally.www.sos.umn.edu25

Involvement and EngagementMeeting new people tends to be one of the main anxieties new studentsexperience as they start college. Stay in touch with those you meet at NewStudent Orientation and Welcome Week, and meet new people through theprograms listed below.Engage! Do What MattersThe Engage! search helps University of Minnesota undergraduates connectwith meaningful experiences outside of the classroom. Use this searchto discover opportunities that will help you pursue your interests andaspirations, and complement your academic experiences. The search is alsoavailable to prospective students, graduate students, and members of thepublic who are interested in learning about engagement opportunities acrossthe University of Minnesota system.engage.umn.eduStudent Unions & ActivitiesAttend events and explore your interests with Student Unions & Activities.Check out our website to see the campus-wide events calendar and searchmore than 700 different student groups on campus. Join an organization orstart your own!sua.umn.eduRecreational SportsThese programs and facilities for the entire University community featureopen recreation, intramurals, aquatics, fitness programs, sport clubs, andadditional programs on both campuses.www.recsports.umn.edu26

AthleticsFor more than 100 years, the Golden Gophers have been competingin the BIG Ten conference. The Gophers have won more than 25national titles and more than 200 Big Ten championships.Be part of this athletic legacy! All it requires is your pride, spirit, anda few lessons on Gopher tradition. Here are a few to get you started!Minnesota Rouser (Fight Song)Minnesota, hats off to thee!To thy colors true we shall ever be.Firm and strong, united are we. Rah!Rah! Rah! for Ski-U-Mah.Rah! Rah! Rah! Rah!Rah! for the U of M.M-I-N-N-E-S-O-T-A!Minnesota, Minnesota!Yay, Gophers! RAH!GoldyGoldy began his mascot career in the1940s. He appears at sporting events,other school functions, and even hashis own hangout in Coffman MemorialUnion.Student TicketsStudent season tickets are available forFootball, Men’s Basketball, Men’s Hockey,and Wrestling. All other events free withU Card.For more information on Gopher Athletics visit gophersports.com.To purchase tickets visit mygophersports.com.29

Transportation choicesBUSU-Pass: This deeply discounted, unlimited-ride transit pass is available to Universitystudents, good on any Twin Cities area bus and light rail. Purchase fall semesterpasses online at buspass.umn.edu in August. Visit metrotransit.org for route mapsand schedules.Campus Shuttle: FREE buses (known as Connectors and Circulators) travel betweenand around St. Paul, East Bank, and West Bank of Twin Cities campus.Paratransit Service: FREE curb-to-curb on-campus transportation is available forpersons with temporary or permanent disabilities. Call 612-624-8338 to schedule aride.PARKStudent Contracts: Space is available each semester through an online lottery atparklot.umn.edu. Enter the lottery prior to July 12 for fall semester.Carpool Parking: Three facilities offer the least expensive parking on campus tocarpools of two or more people arriving before 9 a.m. Monday through Friday.Other Options: Hourly, daily, meter, and event parking is available.View www.pts.umn.edu for rates and locations.Motorist Assistance Program: This FREE service (lock-outs, jump starts, and flattires) is for all paying customers who have legally parked in Parking TransportationServices (PTS) facilities. Call 612-626-PARK.Zipcar: This on-campus car-sharing program lets members drive by the hour or day.Rate includes gas, parking, and insurance. Join at www.zipcar.com/umn.Zimride: It’s a FREE social networking tool that connects drivers and riders.Sign up online at zimride.com/umn.BIKEBike Racks, Paths and Lanes: These are readily available on campus.Bike Lockers: Covered, secure bicycle storage units are available for rent.Call 612-626-PARK.Bike Center: This center in the Oak St. ramp offers showers, secure parking, bicyclerepair/accessories, and more. See umn.edu/pts/bike/bikecenter.html for details.Helmets and Headlights: Set may be purchased for $20 at Boynton Pharmacy.WALKGopher Way: A system of tunnels and skyways connects many buildings on campus.Campus Security Escort: A free service for when you do not feel safe to walk alone,available 24/7. Call 612-624-WALK.Parking and Transportation Services (PTS)PTS offers one-stop shopping for all your campus transportation needs.Visit: 300 Transportation and Safety Building511 Washington Avenue S.E.Email: pts@umn.eduCall: 612-626-7275Check PTS online for great student employment opportunities.30www.umn.edu/pts

Reminders & Deadlines April–OctoberDates to Rememberapril14 Residence Hall students:View tentative housing ratesmay1 Housing Application FreshmanGuarantee Deadline (page 10)15 Residence Hall students: HousingGuarantee Payment due (page 10)Timely Reminders• Send transcripts of any completedcollege level work and scores on APexams to the Office of Admissions• Commuter students: plan for parkingand transportation (page 24)• Begin checking your U of M email andMyU account regularly (page 16)• Complete college checklist• Parents: Register for Parent Orientation(page 5)• Out-of-state residents: Be sure to applyfor tuition discounts (page 8)• Complete the Class Selection Tutorialbefore Orientation (page 2)june11 Orientation begins (page 2) • Enter Parking Contract lottery (page 24)july4 Fourth of July(University offices closed)12 Parking contract lottery closes(page 24)18 Welcome Week event selection begins31 Notification of Room Assignmentaugust1 Deadline to submit final high schooltranscripts10 Last day for loft and bunk order (page 10)23-Sept. 3 Minnesota State Fair27-29 Residence Hall students move in(freshmen only)28-29 Multicultural Kickoff (page 16)29-Sept. 3 Welcome Week (pages 12-13)september3 Labor Day (University offices closed)4 First day of fall semester6 Transportation Fair - Coffman Union17 Deadline to enroll in or waive theStudent Health Benefit Plan28-30 Parents Weekend (page 7)• Financial aid applicants: Award noticessent to your University email account• Check 2012–13 tuition costs(pages 8-9)• Take the StrengthsFinder® Assessment• Look for jobs on campus (page 22)• Residence Hall students: receive hall androommate assignments by end of July• Purchase your books at the University ofMinnesota Bookstores• Purchase your U-Pass in early August(page 24)• Student Health Plan coverage begins(page 21)• Check out Kick It! and win prizes (page17)• Financial Aid disbursed• Tuition bills sent to your U of M emailaccountoctober7-13 Homecoming (page 22) • B oynton’s on-campus fluclinics start31

Your Key ContactsDirectory 2012–13Academic Center for Student Athletes612-625-6888gopheracademics.comAccess to Success Programhttp://admissions.tc.umn.edu/admissioninfo/fresh_requirements.htmlAdmissions, Office of612-625-2008 or1-800-752-1000admissions.tc.umn.eduAlumni Association, U of M612-624-2323 or1-800-862-5867www.minnesotaalumni.orgAurora Center for Advocacy andEducation (page 24)612-626-2929612-626-9111 (help line 24 hours a day)www.umn.edu/auroraBiological Sciences, College of (CBS)612-624-9717www.cbs.umn.edunewincbs@umn.eduBookstores, U of Mwww.bookstores.umn.eduBoynton Health Service (page 25)612-625-8400www.bhs.umn.eduCareer Initiatives, Central (page 20)www.career.umn.eduCarlson School of Management (CSOM)612-624-3313www.carlsonschool.umn.eduCenter for Academic Planning andExploration (page 20)612-624-3076www.cape.umn.eduCenter for Writing (page 20)612-626-7579writing.umn.eduwriting@umn.eduCommunity Service Learning Center612-626-2044www.servicelearning.umn.eduComputer and Technology InformationOffice of Information Technology(page 22)612-301-4357www.oit.umn.edu/help-supportDesign, College of (CDes)612-626-9068design.umn.edu/welcomenewstudentscdesinfo@umn.eduDisability Services (page 21)612-626-1333 (v/tty)ds.umn.eduEducation and Human Development,College of (CEHD)612-625-3339http://z.umn.edu/CEHDnewcehdnew@umn.eduEmail, U of M (page 2)mail.umn.eduEquity and Diversity (OED), Office for612-624-0594www.academic.umn.edu/equityEvents Calendarevents.tc.umn.eduFood, Agricultural and Natural ResourceSciences, College of (CFANS)612-624-6768z.umn.edu/cfansorientationFraternity and Sorority Life, Office for(page 27)www.umn.edu/fslGay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender, Ally(GLBTA) Programs Office (page 28)612-625-0537www.glbta.umn.eduGopher Athletics Ticket Information1-800-U-GOPHER612-624-8080www.gophersports.comHousing & Residential Life (page 12)612-624-2994www.housing.umn.eduInternational Student & ScholarServices (ISSS)612-626-7100www.isss.umn.edu32

Your Key ContactsDirectory 2012–13Leadership Education & Developmentleadup.umn.eduLearning Abroad Center (page 28)612-626-9000www.umabroad.umn.eduLiberal Arts, College of (CLA)612-625-2020iamnew.class.umn.educlass@umn.eduLibraries, U of Mlib.umn.eduMulticultural Center for AcademicExcellence (MCAE) (page21)612-624-6386www.mcae.umn.eduMyU Web Portal (page 18)myu.umn.eduOne Stop Student Services (page 10)enrollment, billing, financial aid612-624-1111 or1-800-400-8636www.onestop.umn.eduOrientation & First-Year Programs(OFYP)612-624-1979 or1-800-234-1979www.ofyp.umn.eduParent Program (page 9)612-626-9291www.parent.umn.eduparent@umn.eduParking and Transportation Services(page 30)612-626-PARK (7275)www.pts.umn.eduPolice Department, U of M(page 25)612-624-COPS (2677)www1.umn.edu/policeRecreational Sports (page 26)612-625-6800www.recsports.umn.eduScience and Engineering, College of612-624-2890www.cse.umn.educseadvising@umn.eduSMART Learning Commons (page 18)smart.umn.eduStudent Affairs, Office for612-626-1242www.osa.umn.eduStudent and Community Relationswww.scr.umn.eduStudent Conduct and AcademicIntegrity, Office for (page 21)www.oscai.umn.eduStudent Conflict Resolution Center(page 25)www.sos.umn.eduStudent Employment (page 27)612-625-2000www.umn.edu/ohr/studentemploymentStudent/Parent HELP Center (page 28)612-626-6015www.sphc.umn.edusphc@umn.eduStudent Unions & Activities (page 26)612-624-INFO (4636)www.sua.umn.eduU Card Office (page 5)612-626-9900www.umn.edu/ucardUndergraduate Researchwww.urop.umn.eduUniversity Counseling & ConsultingServices (UCCS) (page 21)612-624-3323www.uccs.umn.eduUniversity Honors Program (UHP)(page 21)612-624-5522www.honors.umn.eduUniversity Student Legal Servicewww.umn.edu/uslsVeterans Services (page 11)612-625-8076onestop.umn.edu/veteransveterans@umn.eduWomen’s Center (page 28)612-625-9837www.umn.edu/women

Orientation & First-Year Programs315 Coffman Memorial Union300 Washington Avenue S.E.Minneapolis, MN 55455PRSRTFirst Class MailU.S. PostagePAIDTwin Cities, MNPermit No. 90155first-yearguidePreparing for Orientation andyour First SemesterThe Orientation & First-Year Programsoffice will help as you prepare forcollege. Contact the office with anyquestions about University resourcesand college life during your first yearat the University.Regular HoursMonday - Friday: 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.Summer Hours(May 14 through July 12)Monday - Thursday: 8:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.Friday: 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.612-624-1979 or 1-800-234-1979 • www.ofyp.umn.edu • ofyp@umn.eduThe University of Minnesota shall provide equal access to and opportunity in itsprograms, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion,national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status,veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.This publication is available in alternative formats upon request. Please contactOrientation & First-Year Programs at ofyp@umn.edu or 800-234-1979.Printed with recycled paper with soy-based inks.