Untitled - Academic Enhancement - Old Dominion University

Table of ContentsOrientation/Preview ......................... 1Academic Life .........................................................2Advising .............................................................2Advising in the College of Arts and Letters .................2Advising in the College ofBusiness and Public Administration ...........................3Advising in the DardenCollege of Education ............................................4Advising in the Frank Batten Collegeof Engineering and Technology ...............................5Advising in the College of Health Sciences ................5Advising in the College of Sciences .........................6Advising in the Center for Major Exploration (CME) ....7Athletes ..............................................................8Honors College ...................................................8Registration ..........................................................10Registering for Classes .........................................10Curriculum Sheets ...............................................10New! DegreeWorks ..........................................10Key Terminology ................................................11Building Abbreviations .........................................11Campus Map ....................................................12University Courses ..............................................14General Education Requirements ..........................14Additional Information ............................................24Getting Your Student ID Card ................................24Looking For Work? .............................................24Buying Your Textbooks .........................................24Outdoor Adventure Programs ................................25Freshman LeadershipInstitute (FSI).......................................................25Freshman ServiceExperience (FSE).................................................25Getting Prepared forYour First Semester .......................... 27Taking Care of Business ..........................................28Never Go Hungry ..............................................28Student Health Services ......................................29Paying Your Tuition ..............................................30Parking On Campus ...........................................32Be a Mobile Monarch .........................................32ODU Alerts .......................................................32Gearing Up for Academic Success ...........................33Placement Tests andRequired Surveys ................................................33Educational Accessibility ......................................33Military and Transfer Students................................34Living On Campus .................................................35Your Own Campus .............................................35Living Off Campus ..............................................39Your First Semester .......................... 41Succeeding in the Classroom ...................................42The Difference Between High School and College ....42Using Your Syllabus .............................................42Tutoring ............................................................42Learning Commons andStudent Success Center ........................................43University Libraries ..............................................43Academic Diffi culty .............................................44Academic Calendar ............................................46Academic Integrity ..............................................47Undergraduate Research Program ..........................48

Navigating the Campus .........................................49Campus Safety ..................................................49Important Phone Numbers ....................................50Shuttle Bus ........................................................50Traveling Hampton Roads ....................................51Money Management ..........................................51Getting Involved ....................................................52Week of Welcome .............................................52Campus Traditions ..............................................52Athletic Tickets ...................................................54Offi ce of Student Activities and Leadership (OSAL) ....54Center for Service and Civic Engagement ...............55Offi ce of Intercultural Relations ..............................55Recreation and Wellness ......................................55Study Abroad ....................................................57Other Resources ....................................................57Campus Information Center (C.I.C.) .......................57Counseling Services ............................................57Student Ombudsperson Services (S.O.S.)................58The Women’s Center ...........................................58Religious Life ......................................................58Family and Friends .............................................60Family Connection ..............................................60Family Weekend ................................................60Communicating With Your Student .........................61Release of Student Information ..............................61

Academic LifeAdvisingWhat is advising?Advising is designed to teach you to explore your academic andcareer options, examine your strengths, set goals and help youwith class registration. These sessions are led by a professionaladvisor or faculty member in your college. You must meet with anadvisor every semester to discuss your curriculum and academicgoals, as well as remove your advising hold.When should you see an advisor?At Preview, you’ll meet with an advisor in a group setting duringthe afternoon. Once you begin classes, however, it’s your responsibilityto make an appointment with your advisor. It’s best to makethe appointment early. Many advisors begin seeing students threeto four weeks into the semester! If you wait, you may face longlines and registration delays when planning your next semester.How should you prepare?Review the curriculum for your major and have a tentative plan ofthe classes you’d like to take the next semester. Review the coursedescriptions to ensure you’re aware of any prerequisites, or minimumrequirements, for taking the courses. Be prepared to discussprogress toward your goals and any diffi culty you may be having.Prepare a list of questions for your advisor.Who is your advisor?Each college assigns advisors differently. Some students see professionaladvisors during their freshman year and are assigned tofaculty advisors once they advance to sophomore or junior status.The following pages list contact information for advisors in eachcollege. Students who are undecided on a major see a professionaladvisor in the Center for Major Exploration.Advising in the College ofArts and LettersThe College of Arts and Letters is the largest academic college inthe university, offering a cross-section of majors in the humanities,the creative arts and the social sciences. If you’re a freshman,you’ll be advised by a professional advisor (exception: Music andArt majors, who are advised by faculty members at Preview andthereafter). If you’re a sophomore or above, you’ll be advised bya faculty member in your academic department.Freshman Advisors:Matilda Cox, Director of Advising1006 BAL(757) 683-4939mcox@odu.eduMorgan Morrison, Academic Success Advisor1006 BAL(757) 683-6441mcmorris@odu.eduUpperclassman Advisors:A complete list of faculty advisors can be found using the “Who’sMy Advisor?” feature on the University Registrar’s website athttp://www.odu.edu/ao/registrar/. For information on eachdepartment, visit the College of Arts and Letters website at http://al.odu.edu/.Quick Facts About Majoring in the College ofArts and Letters:• You must attain a grade of “C” or above in both English 110Cand your second composition course and earn 26 credit hoursbefore declaring a major.• Your lower-level general education requirements may differdepending upon your chosen major. You should always consultyour curriculum sheet regarding specifi c requirements for yourmajor.• If you’re pursuing a Bachelor of Science, you meet the foreignlanguage requirements if you have two years of two foreignlanguages or three years of one foreign language at the highschool level.• If you’re pursuing a Bachelor of Arts, you must attain profi ciencyin a foreign language through the 202 level (the equivalent of12 credits of foreign language at the college level), regardlessof high school foreign language credits. You may take a placementtest to determine your current level of profi ciency by contactingExperiential Learning and Testing at (757) 683-3697.2 Orientation/Preview

Business and the General EducationRequirements:You are encouraged to complete the following courses as partof the general education requirements specifi c to the College ofBusiness:• English Composition: ENGL 110C and ENGL 221C• Information Literacy and Research: IT 150G• Philosophy and Ethics: PHIL 230E• Oral Communication: COMM 101RCommon Body of Knowledge Courses:Completion of these Common Body of Knowledge (CBK) courses(grade of C or better) is required for admission into the Collegeof Business and Public Administration. Please refer to the ODUcatalog for up-to-date information about admission standards anda complete listing of all Common Body of Knowledge coursesrequired.• English: ENGL 110C• Math: MATH 162M• Accounting: ACCT 201• Economics: ECON 202STop Mistakes College Students Make:• Not using on-campus resources such as free tutoring, counselingservices, the student ombudsperson, educational accessibilityservices, etc.• Under-estimating the academic rigor and demands ofcoursework.• Listening to “they” and “them” for academic advice instead ofan advisor, i.e. “They told me” and “I heard them say.”• Not attending class consistently.• Not reading, including emails from the University, informationabout tuition deadlines, fi nancial aid contracts, academic policiesand procedures, advising appointment schedules, etc.Advising in the DardenCollege of EducationIf you’re a freshman, you’ll be advised by a professional advisorat Preview. If you’re a sophomore or above, you’ll be advised bya faculty member in your academic department.Important Information:If you want to teach primary/elementary school through grade 6or special education, you should major in Interdisciplinary Studies(which is housed in the College of Arts and Letters).If you want to teach middle/high school, you should major inthe subject matter you want to teach. During your undergraduateprogram, you’ll become certifi ed to teach. For example, if youwant to teach high school biology, you’ll major in biology in theCollege of Sciences and choose the Secondary Education track.One notable exception is marketing education, which is housed inthe College of Education.Freshman Advisor:Mirta Williams, Academic Success Advisor1500 Webb Center(757) 683-3699; mswillia@odu.eduAdvising population: Freshmen with 26 credits or lessFaculty Advisors:Dr. Robert Spina2018 Student Recreation Center(757) 683-6029; rspina@odu.eduAdvising population: Exercise ScienceSharon Davis253 Education Building(757) 683-4305; srdavis@odu.eduAdvising population: Fashion MerchandisingSteve Knott2030 Student Recreation Center(757) 683-3355, sknott@odu.eduAdvising population: Health and Physical EducationCheryl Latko110-A Education Building(757) 683-4525, hmsv@odu.eduAdvising population: Human ServicesMichael Kosloski255 Education Building(757) 683-4305, mkoslosk@odu.eduAdvising population: Marketing EducationBetsy Kennedy2023 Student Recreation Center(757) 683-4703, bkennedy@odu.eduAdvising population: Recreation and Tourism StudiesDr. Edwin Gomez2010 Student Recreation Center(757) 683-6309; egomez@odu.eduAdvising population: Recreation and Tourism StudiesDr. Lynn Ridinger2014 Student Recreation Center(757) 683-4353; lridinge@odu.eduAdvising population: Sport Management4 Orientation/Preview

Dr. Nicholas Bountress216 Child Study Center(757) 683-4120, nbountre@odu.eduAdvising population: Speech Pathology and AudiologyDr. Philip Reed228 Education Building(757) 683-4305; preed@odu.eduAdvising population: Occupational and Technical Studies (STEMEducation and Professional Studies)For additional information on advising, visit the websites for theDarden College of Education (http://education.odu.edu/) or theUniversity Registrar (http://www.odu.edu/ao/registrar/).Advising in the Frank BattenCollege of Engineering andTechnologyThe Engineering Fundamentals Division (EFD) provides supportfor fi rst-year intended engineering students as you transition intothe Frank Batten College of Engineering and Technology. You areadmitted to this division until you are prepared to take courses inyour major. EFD prepares fi rst-year engineering students for successin engineering and technology education by providing a keyexperience through its Fundamentals of Engineering course series,individual counseling, advising, mentoring and tutoring. Exposureto different engineering disciplines during this period will help youmake well-informed decisions when choosing your major.All engineering and engineering technology majors have to meetthe following requirements:• Earn an overall GPA of at least 2.0 or better (refer to majorrequirements)• Earn at least 30 credit hours applicable to your major• Complete both ENGN 110 and ENGN 111• Complete ENGL 110C• Complete freshman-level math courses with a “C” or above• Complete any other major requirementsProfessional Advisors:Bonita Anthony, Director of Academic Advising132-C Kaufman Hall(757) 683-5877; banthony@odu.eduAdvising population: Students with a math placement of MATH162M or higherTania Alvarez, Academic Success Advisor129-G Kaufman Hall(757) 683-5217; talvarez@odu.eduAdvising population: Students with a math placement of MATH102MFaculty Advisors:If you’re a transfer student with credit for MATH 211 and 24 ormore credit hours, or a sophomore with 24 or more credit hours,you’ll be advised by a faculty member in your chosen major. Acomplete list of faculty advisors can be found using the “Who’sMy Advisor?” feature on the University Registrar’s website athttp://www.odu.edu/ao/registrar/. For information on eachdepartment, visit the Frank Batten College of Engineering andTechnology website at http://eng.odu.edu.Advising in the College ofHealth SciencesIn the College of Health Sciences, you’ll be advised each semesterby professional advisors until you have completed the generaleducation requirements, the prerequisites for your major, and haveformally applied to your major. After you are accepted into yourmajor, you’ll be advised by a faculty member in your department.Prior to acceptance to a health science major, you are coded andknown as pre-nursing, pre-dental hygiene, pre-medical technology,etc.The Advising Center is located in room 2112, Health SciencesBuilding (HSB) at 4608 Hampton Blvd. between 46th and 47thstreets. The main entrance for the building is located on the 46thStreet side of the building. For more information, including facultyadvisor information for each major, visit the website at http://hs.odu.edu/advising.Professional Advisors:Sandra Breeden(757) 683-5137; sbreeden@odu.eduCatherine Butler(757) 683-5137; cbbutler@odu.eduKatherine Tucker(757) 683-5137; kltucker@odu.eduImportant Information about the College ofHealth Sciences:• Health Sciences majors are selective and competitive. Selectivemeans one must apply to the major to be accepted. Competitiveoccurs if there are more applicants than available spaces.• The most competitive majors are nursing, dental hygiene, andnuclear medicine technology. It’s important to maintain a highgrade point average to be accepted to one of those programs.• If you start to experience diffi culty in a class, see your advisorimmediately. Advisors hold the secrets to your success. The mostimportant secret is to see them early rather than at the end of thesemester!5

Advising in the College of SciencesIn the College of Sciences, advising is not just about removingregistration holds and helping students decide which courses totake. Our advisors provide options to students so that they canmake their own decisions and become independent learners,discover their talents and weaknesses, and learn how to overcomeacademic challenges. Advisors also encourage students to makethe most out of their college experience both inside and outsidethe classroom.Success Tips from the College of Sciences:• Looking for suggestions on what to take your fi rst semester? Trymath, English, a course from your major requirements, and ageneral education requirement. Math courses are very specifi cfor each science major and should be taken every semester untilcompleted.• There’s no need to rush through your general education requirementsin the fi rst two years. You should balance your majorcourses with Gen Eds throughout your time at ODU.• Take a course load that’s manageable for you. Science coursesare challenging and your goal should be to fi nish your degreewith a high grade point average. For some students, that maymean taking fewer than 15 credits each semester.• Most advisors begin meeting with students during the third weekof classes each semester. See an advisor early in the semesterto avoid long lines during registration!Sciences and the General EducationRequirements:In some cases, the general education requirements overlap withmajor requirements. Taking advantage of those overlaps reducesthe number of courses you must take at ODU. When browsingyour options in the Gen Eds, please consider taking these courses,which are designed specifi cally with science majors in mind.• English Composition: ENGL 231C (after ENGL 110C)• Information Literacy and Research: CS 121G• Philosophy and Ethics: PHIL 140EPre-Health:Students who plan to pursue a career in the health fi eld andattend a professional health program (medical, dental, veterinary,physician’s assistant, pharmacy, etc.) should register with thePre-Health Advisory Committee (PHAC). For more information,please visit the PHAC website and fi ll out the form which can beaccessed at this link: www.sci.odu.edu/prehealth.Professional Advisors:Kim Herbert, Director of Academic Advising236 Mills Godwin Building(757) 683-6790; kherbert@odu.eduAdvising population: Biology, freshman Psychology majors, backupadvising for other science majorsLeanne White, Assistant Director of Academic Advising236 Mills Godwin Building(757) 683-4658; lawhite@odu.eduAdvising population: Biology, freshman Psychology majors, backupadvising for other science majorsAdrienne Giles, Academic Advisor236 Mills Godwin Building(757) 683-3344; agiles@odu.eduAdvising population: Biology, freshman Psychology majors, backupadvising for transfer science majorsChief Departmental Advisors:Dr. Pinky McCoy110 Alfriend Chemistry Building(757) 683-4078; pmccoy@odu.eduAdvising population: Chemistry and BiochemistryJanet Brunelle3300 Engineering and Computational Sciences Building(757) 683-6001; brunelle@cs.odu.eduAdvising population: Computer ScienceDr. John Kroll2300 Engineering and Computational Sciences Building(757) 683-3882; jkroll@odu.eduAdvising population: Mathematics and StatisticsDr. Charles Hyde215 Oceanography and Physics Building(757) 683-5853; chyde@odu.eduAdvising population: PhysicsMs. Jennifer Younkin236 Mills Godwin Building(757) 683-444; jyounkin@odu.eduAdvising population: Psychology (sophomores and above)Dr. John McConaugha423 Oceanography and Physics Building(757) 683-4698; jmcconau@odu.eduAdvising population: Ocean, Earth and Atmospheric Sciences6 Orientation/Preview

Advising in the Center for MajorExploration (CME)CME provides academic advising to incoming freshmen andtransfer students who have not yet chosen an academic majoror students who are changing majors. As an undecided student,you’ll receive a variety of services such as help with determiningwhich major best matches your strengths, course and curriculumselection, pre-registration advising, information on all academicdepartments and majors, interpretation of University policies andprocedures, and assistance in relating academic planning tocareer goals.Contact Information:1500 Webb Center(757) 683-3699http://uc.odu.edu/cmeProfessional Advisors:G.W. Thompson, Director of Academic Advisinggwthomps@odu.eduJose Ramos, Academic Advisorjeramos@odu.eduFrequently Asked Questions:• How many students change majors? National dataindicate anywhere between 60 percent and 80 percent of allstudents change majors at least once.• How will CME help me decide on a major? You’ll gothrough a three-step process in your fi rst semester. You’ll attendan initial interview, a decision-making workshop, and an advising/majorexploration session. If you haven’t selected a majorby your second semester, you’ll return for a major explorationappointment. Advisors use interest inventories, career planningclasses, website research and informational interviews to helpyou choose a major that’s appropriate to your interests, skillsand values.• How long will I be advised in CME? As long as you’reundecided. Some students choose a major after one semesterbut most stay in the department for two.• Will the courses I take count toward a major? Itdepends on the major, but advisors will steer you toward classesthat match your interest areas. For example, if you’re consideringa major in engineering, you’ll be encouraged to take scienceand math classes that meet those requirements.• Review the general education requirements and circle coursesthat interest you. If you’re considering a major, look over thatcurriculum sheet and note if it requires any specifi c generaleducation requirements.• Read course descriptions in the University Catalog or LeoOnline to fi nd out what you’ll be studying. The course descriptionsinclude any prerequisites for taking the course.Key Classes for your First Semester:• English 110 or General Studies 050• Math (important if you’re considering a major in the sciences,engineering or business; check the math requirement for themajor you’re considering)• Natural Science (important if you’re considering a major in science,health science or engineering)• Classes from the general education requirements (1 or 2)• An elective such as UNIV 120 (Career and Major Exploration)or UNIV 100 (University Orientation)Success Tips:• Go to class• Read the syllabus and record all assignments/tests in a planneror on your cell phone• Go to a time management workshop• Follow a weekly study schedule• Get to know your professors• Go to tutoring if you need it (it’s free)• If you don’t do well on a test, discuss it with your instructor• Use campus resources• Let your academic advisor know if you are having diffi culties(academic, fi nancial or personal)Tips for Choosing Courses:• If you’re expecting dual enrollment, AP or IB credits for a course,notify your advisor at Preview so you don’t repeat the course.7

AthletesDuring Preview, athletes will meet with ODU’s academic advisorfor athletes and the director of life skills who will both help younavigate the University as well as ensure you are meeting NCAArequirements. In addition to all of the things already required ofyou up to this point, you must submit all necessary paperworkto the NCAA Clearinghouse, including your fi nal high schooltranscript.Honors CollegeThe Honors College offers ODU undergraduates the benefi ts of asmall liberal arts college within the framework of a large, researchintensiveuniversity. Its general education courses promote activeengagement and collaboration between students and faculty. Itsessential equipment/supply grants, Student Honors Apprenticeshipin Research Program, civic learning projects, and conferencetravel grants support honors students in their development asresearchers and community members.Benefits:• Honors College courses are offered in a small class setting withsome of the best faculty members on campus who emphasizeinnovation and individual instruction. These courses are notdesigned to be more diffi cult or time-consuming but to deepenand refi ne the undergraduate experience.• You’ll receive an annual $500 scholarship ($250 eachsemester)• You can apply to live in Honors Housing• You’ll enjoy faculty privileges at the library• You can register for classes on the fi rst day of the registrationperiod• You can apply for travel grants to offset the costs of travel to anational or international conference at which you are presenting• You can apply for up to $300 to offset the costs of essentialequipment and supplies to complete research related to aSHARP-sponsored research apprenticeship, honors contractcourse, or a senior honors thesis/project.• Upon completion of the Honors College requirements, you’ll beawarded a certifi cate, a medal and a silver tassel.Admission Requirements:There are no minimum requirements. The typical high school studentsapplying for the Honors College rank in the top 10 percentof their graduating class, have at least a 1200 SAT combinedmath and reading score, and 3.5 or greater high school gradepoint average.If you’re applying as a transfer student, you must be a full-timestudent who is able to complete at least 48 additional credit hoursat ODU. You must have a minimum cumulative college-level GPAof 3.8. Once accepted into the Honors College, you must earn acumulative GPA of at least 3.25 each semester.If you’re interested in applying to the Honors College, you may doso at http://www.odu.edu/ao/honors/.Honors College Requirements, Option 1 (ForFirst-Year Students):• Advising -- As a fi rst-year student, you must meet with theDean or an Honors College advisor once each semester. You’realso required to meet with your college advisor. After the fi rstyear, you’re required to meet with the Dean or his assistant onceper year (fall or spring) until you graduate.• GPA -- As a fi rst-year student, you must earn an overall GPA ofat least 3.0 by the end of the year. After your fi rst year, you mustearn a cumulative GPA of at least 3.25 each semester. You mustbe registered as a full-time student.• Curriculum -- You must take a minimum of four lower-divisionhonors general education courses. All honors courses have an“Authorized Signature Requirement.” Therefore, you must reportto the Honors College offi ce to receive “overload” permission toregister for these courses.• Junior/Senior Year -- You’ll work with faculty to transformtwo upper-division (300-400 level) courses with an honors designation.You’ll also choose between a one-credit civic-learningproject and a three-credit senior colloquium, capstone course, orhonors thesis in the Honors College or in your respective major.• Lectures -- Your vision of your academic work and the worldwill be enriched by attending at least one campus-wide lecture,concert or workshop each semester.8 Orientation/Preview

Honors College Requirements, Option 2 (ForCurrent/Transfer Students)• Advising – You must meet with the Dean or an Honors Collegeadvisor once per year (fall or spring). You’re also requiredto meet with your college advisor.• GPA – You must earn a cumulative GPA of at least 3.25 eachsemester. You must be registered as a full-time student.• Curriculum -- You must take a minimum of four lower-divisionhonors general education or contract courses. All honors courseshave an “Authorized Signature Requirement.” Therefore, youmust report to the Honors College offi ce to receive “overload”permission to register for these courses. You must complete aone-credit civic-learning project and a three-credit senior colloquium.Additionally, you must complete two of the following:three-credit research apprenticeship, three-credit honors thesisor departmental thesis project, poster or oral presentation at anational academic conference, or an undergraduate researchgrant project.• Lectures -- Your vision of your academic work and the worldwill be enriched by attending at least one campus-wide lecture,concert or workshop each semester.Honors College at Preview:At Preview, you’ll be advised by a professional or faculty advisor inyour academic college (or the Center for Major Exploration). Afterwards,please visit the Honors College in room 2000, Batten Artsand Letters (BAL), where you will receive a signed registration formfor any honors-designated classes that fi t your schedule, such as:ACCT 226 - Principles of AccountingARTH 127 - Introduction to Visual ArtsARTS 126 - Art as ExperienceBIOL 126 - General BiologyCOMM 126 - Public SpeakingCS 126 - Information Literacy and ResearchENGL 126 - English CompositionENGL 231 - Introduction to Technical and Scientifi c WritingENGL 127 - Introduction to LiteratureHIST 126 - The American PastHIST 127 - The European PastOEAS 126 - Introduction to OceanographyPHIL 126 - Introduction to PhilosophyPHIL 227 - World ReligionsPHYS 126 - Introductory AstronomyPHYS 226 - University PhysicsPSYC 226 - Introduction to Psychology9

RegistrationRegistering for ClassesWhat to Expect:There are several steps to the registration process at Preview. Inthe morning, you’ll attend a presentation led by academic advisorsfrom your college. They’ll talk about academic requirementsand things you should consider when selecting your classes.After lunch, you’ll be escorted to a computer lab for a technologyworkshop. Preview counselors will teach you to use Leo Online,our registration system. Then you’ll register for classes in groupsassisted by academic advisors and faculty members. Please notethat parents and guests will be in separate programming whileyou register for classes.Success Tips:Evaluate your learning preferences. Make an honestassessment of your learning style and try to create a schedulethat will help you transition successfully into college. For instance,ODU holds classes in the morning, afternoon and evening. Whenare you at your best? If you have diffi culty waking up or being ontime in the morning, try not to schedule early classes. Additionally,ODU offers classes both in-seat (in a traditional classroom) andonline. Are you a good independent learner, or would you benefi tfrom face-to-face interaction with a professor and other students?Consider your course load. Most new students register for12-15 credits, meaning they spend 12-15 hours in class eachweek. If you’ve just graduated from high school, where youspent twice as much time in class, it may not sound like much.However, college is different from high school. College coursesare more challenging than high school courses, even if you tookAdvanced Placement. They also require more assignments outsidethe classroom.Academic advisors say you should spend three hours studying forevery one hour you spend in class. Take that into account beforeyou make your schedule. Don’t overload yourself!Know your options. You’ll pick your courses from the generaleducation requirements and your major requirements. If you’vechosen a major, use your curriculum sheet to circle courses thatinterest you. If you’re undecided, use the general educationrequirements. Don’t let the multitude of options overwhelm you.If you can’t make up your mind about what to take, you canread descriptions of the courses in Leo Online and the UniversityCatalog.Take note of where class is held. In addition to its maincampus in Norfolk, ODU also offers classes at satellite campusesin Virginia Beach, Portsmouth and Hampton. If you planto commute, taking a class at one of those locations may benefi tyou. If you will live on campus and won’t have a car, you shouldchoose only main campus courses.Spread out your classes. Space your classes evenlythroughout the week, so that no day is overloaded. Allot time forbreakfast, lunch and dinner. Leave at least 10 minutes betweenclasses so you’ll have time to travel.Be flexible. Keep your options open. Remember that in yourfi rst semester, you may not get your top pick of classes. The moreopen-minded you are about classes, the easier registration will be.Don’t forget that the schedule you choose at Preview is not set instone. You can adjust it afterward using a computer at home. Ifyou were unable to register for a class you wanted, keep an eyeon Leo Online over the summer. Seats may become available ifother students change their schedules!Curriculum SheetsEach major has a corresponding curriculum sheet, which liststhe required courses. You should use the curriculum sheet whenplanning which courses to take each semester. It provides valuableinsights into complicated questions such as what math to take,whether you need a foreign language, in what sequence youshould take your courses and how the University’s general educationrequirements fi t in with your major. Curriculum sheets may befound online at http://uc.odu.edu/advising/cs.New! DegreeWorksDegreeWorks is now live at ODU! You’re invited to use this new,web-based, academic advising tool. It identifi es courses that fulfi llrequirements for your major and degree completion. It displaysgraduation requirements you’ve met already and those you’veyet to complete. You can also generate “What If?” evaluations tosee how courses you’ve already completed would be used if youchanged majors. This is a very powerful tool that can help youachieve your academic goals on time in collaboration with youracademic advisor. To access the system:• Go to http://my.odu.edu and log in with your MIDAS ID andpassword.• Click the Leo Online button on the top right of the page.• Click on the “Admissions, Registration, Student Records” linkand then “Student Records.”• Click on “DegreeWorks.”• You can watch a video on the program at http://www.youtube.com/odu.10 Orientation/Preview

Key TerminologyAdd - To register for a classCap - Capacity, or the maximum number of students that canregister for a classCmp - Campus; “A” identifi es the Norfolk campus, “B” identifi esa satellite campus, “E” identifi es courses offered onlineCourse number - Identifi es the course content and level ofdiffi cultyCredit - One credit represents one hour spent in class per weekCRN - Course registration number; distinguishes one class sectionfrom anotherDays - M is Monday, T is Tuesday, W is Wednesday, R is Thursday,F is Friday, S is SaturdayDrop - To remove yourself from a classHold - A block on your account that must be resolved before youcan registerLink error - Indicates that you need to sign up for two parts of acourse simultaneously (e.g., a lecture and a lab, or a lecture anda discussion)Prerequisite or test score error - Occurs when you don’tmeet a minimum qualifi cation to enroll in a courseRem - Remaining, or how many seats remain open in the classTBA - Indicates that an instructor has yet to be assigned to theclassTime conflict - Occurs when you try to register for two classestaking place at the same timeTime ticket - Indicates the date and time when you can registerfor classesWithdraw - To remove yourself from a class after it has begunBuilding AbbreviationsALFRN: Alfriend Chemistry Bldg.ATHL: Athletic Administration Bldg.ARTS: Art Studio Bldg.BAL: Batten Arts & Letters Bldg.BKSTR: University BookstoreCONST: Constant HallDRGS: Dragas HallECSB: Engineering/Computational Sciences Bldg.ED: Education BuildingGRNT: Gornto Teletechnet CenterHSB: Health Sciences Bldg.KAUF: Kaufman HallLC: Learning CommonsLIB: Perry LibraryMGB: Mills Godwin Life Sciences Bldg.NUSB: Nusbaum ApartmentsOCNPS: Oceanography/ Physics Bldg.PLANE: Pretlow PlanetariumPSII: Physical Sciences Bldg.ROLLN: Rollins HallSRC: Student Recreation CenterSSB: Student Success Bldg.TED: Ted Constant Convocation CenterTHTR: University TheatreVAB: Visual Arts BuildingWEBB: Webb University CenterWRIT: Writing CenterPNCTR: Peninsula CenterVBCTR: Virginia Beach CenterTCCTR: Tri-Cities Center11

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16. Academic Skills Center55. Alfriend Chemistry Building111. Art Studio Building56. Arthur Kaplan Orchid Conservatory43. Baptist Student Union76. Barry M. Kornblau Alumni Center67. Batten Arts & Letters Building31 Bud Metheny Baseball Stadium25. Canterbury Center (Episcopal)61. Catholic Student Center18. Child Development Center70. Child Study Center3. City of Norfolk Football Stadium75. Constant Hall60. Diehn Fine & Performing Arts Center38. Dominion House73. Dragas Hall71. Education Building97. Engineering Motor Sports Lab36. England House58. E.V. Williams Engineering &Computational Sciences Building5. Facilities Management41. Filipino American Center122. Fisheries Lab14. Folkes-Stevens Indoor Tennis Center80. Foreman Field37. France House92. Gordon Art Galleries68. Gornto Teletechnet Center26. Governor’s School for the Arts Administration115. Gresham Hall Main116. Gresham Hall East84. Guest House96. Health Sciences Building/University Theatre17. Human Resources I22. Human Resources II21. Human Resources III87. Innovation Research Park I87. Innovation Research Park II32. Intercollegiate Athletic Building33. Ireland House44. Islamic Center72. Kaufman Hall77. Koch Hall4. Lamberts Point Golf Course54. Mary Denson Pretlow Planetarium53. Mills Godwin Life Sciences Building23. Model UN82. Navy R.O.T.C.112. Nusbaum Apartments A113. Nusbaum Apartments B114. Nusbaum Apartments C57. Oceanography & Physics Building121. ODU Research Foundation Lab42. Owens African American Cultural Center51. Parking Garage A/Parking Services Offi ce52. Parking Garage B86. Parking Garage C93. Parking Garage D78. Parking Garage E110. Peri/Nuclear & Particle Physics Facility69. Perry Library109. Police/Public Safety6. Powhatan Apartments I & II2. Powhatan Sports Complex1. Practice Fields62. Presbyterian Student Union99. Rogers Hall East98. Rogers Hall Main81. Rollins Hall/Admissions/Finance7. Sailing Center35. Scotland House11. Soccer Offi ce13. Soccer Practice Field12. Soccer Stadium83. Spong Hall94. SpringHill Suites Marriott95. Stables Theatre15. Student Recreation Center40. T.A.C. 590. Ted Constant Convocation Center66. The Inn24. University Auditor9. University President’s Residence96. University Theatre/Health Sciences Building108. University Village I107. University Village II106. University Village III91. University Village Bookstore34. Virginia House27. Virginia Tidewater Consortium74. Visual Arts Building59. Webb University Center63. Wesley House8. Whitehurst Hall100. WHRO Television/Radio20. Writing Center13

University CoursesThe university offers several courses to help you with adjustment tocollege life, fi nding the right major and career path, and successfullysecuring a job after college. Each class counts as a one-creditelective in your curriculum.UNIV 100 - University OrientationThis course explores the relationship between your personal goals,university life and academic programs. It provides orientation tolearning skills necessary to succeed in college, and also presentsthe benefi ts of using various university services.UNIV 120 - Career and Major ExplorationThis course involves a systematic exploration of individual interestsand skills, as well as career resources. Emphasis is placed ondefi ning goals and developing strategies to achieve goals. Careertesting and individual conferences are included.UNIV 195 (CRN: 14592) - Understanding the Law ThroughFiction and DramaThis course entails theatrical presentations as a means of understandingour everyday rights as stipulated in the U.S. Constitution.Following lectures on the 4th, 5th, 6th, 8th, and 14th Amendments,you will be required to apply the law through dramatizationof a fi ctional work, or a hypothetical scenario composed bythe instructor.UNIV 195 (CRN: 14593) - Natural DisastersAn introduction to the causes and effects of natural disasters suchas: earthquakes, tsunamis, hurricanes, major river fl oods, volcaniceruptions, tornadoes, meteorite impacts, landslides, and groundsubsidence.UNIV 195 (CRN: 14597) - My Best Friend,My Worst Enemy: Me!Why is it so easy for us to know what we don’t like about ourselves?Each of us is unique, special and has so many wonderfulgifts. However, if asked what we like about ourselves, we oftenstruggle to answer! Living to learn and learning to live with ourwarts and wonders will be the essence of this interactive class.UNIV 195 (CRN: 14643) - LeadershipThis class will be an exciting discovery of your potential. Discoverhow you can work from your strengths and accomplish more. Wewill utilize various instruments to help you recognize your style,and you’ll learn techniques to develop your style for a more successfulyou. This class will benefi t all aspects of your life.UNIV 195 (CRN: 24734) - Virtual Study AbroadThis course is designed to take students to study abroad locationsthrough the virtual world of Second Life. The course will enhancecross-cultural awareness, communication skills, and offer internationalexperience.UNIV 200 (CRN: 13459) - Career ImplementationThis course provides an in-depth view of the career process,from internships and cooperative education through professionaldevelopment and lifelong learning. Topics include the job searchprocess, interview skills, job offer evaluation, and the transition tothe world of work.General Education RequirementsGeneral education requirements (or Gen Eds) are designed toprovide you with a broad knowledge base and assist you infi nding areas of interest. You must fulfi ll these requirements as wellas departmental requirements for your major. Sometimes the twooverlap, reducing the total number of courses you must take. Thecurriculum sheet for your major will identify those overlaps for you.Your academic advisor can provide further instructions on whichcourses to take to satisfy requirements. If you’ve earned an associatedegree from a Virginia Community College (AA, AS, AA&Sdegrees only), you’ve already fulfi lled the Gen Ed requirements.The Gen Eds consist of courses in 12 areas, which are dividedinto Skills and Ways of Knowing, as well as an upper divisioncomponent.Skills:Written Communication: 6 credit hours required(English 110C and select one additional)ENGL 110C. English Composition. Lecture and discussion 3hours; 3 credits. Prerequisite: Students must have passed the UniversityWriting Sample Placement Test before registering for 110.This course is designed to improve students’ writing skills. Emphasisis placed on developing skills of perception and observation,as well as thinking, ordering and imagining, and practicing theprinciples of expository writing.ENGL 211C. English Composition. Lecture 3 hours; 3 credits.Prerequisite: ENGL 110C. This course emphasizes critical reading,thinking and writing. Students are introduced to principlesof analysis and argumentation and taught the requisite skills thatwill allow them properly to paraphrase, summarize and synthesizeresearch in the common modes of academic writing. The courseculminates in the preparation of a fully documented researchpaper.ENGL 221C. Introduction to Writing in the Social Sciences. Lecture3 hours; 3 credits. Prerequisite: ENGL 110C. This courseemphasizes critical reading, thinking and writing as they apply tothe social sciences. Students are introduced to principles of analysisand argumentation and taught the requisite skills that will allowthem to properly paraphrase, summarize and synthesize researchas it applies to and is most commonly found in the social sciences.14 Orientation/Preview

The course culminates in the preparation of a fully documentedresearch paper.ENGL 231C. Introduction to Technical and Scientifi c Writing.Lecture 3 hours; 3 credits. Prerequisite: ENGL 11OC. This courseemphasizes critical reading, thinking and writing in technicaland scientifi c contexts. Students are introduced to principles ofresearch, analysis and argumentation as they are practiced in disciplinessuch as computer technology, the natural and social sciences,mathematics, business, health sciences, and engineering.Mathematics: 3 credit hours requiredMATH 101M. An Introduction to Mathematics for Critical Thinking.Lecture 3 hours; 3 credits. Prerequisite: This course fulfi lls themath general education requirement for some majors in the Collegeof Arts and Letters and the College of Education. It can alsobe used as a preparation for STAT 130M. An introduction to theways in which modern mathematics can be used to analyze themodern world and make logical decisions. Topics include problemsolving, sets, logic, consumer mathematics (loans, mortgages,annuities) and elementary statistics.MATH 102M. College Algebra. Lecture 3 hours; 3 credits.Prerequisite: This course fulfi lls the math general education requirementand can be used as a preparation for MATH 162M. MATH101M is not a prerequisite for MATH 102M. Not open tostudents with credit for MATH 162M. A basic course in algebrawhich emphasizes applications and problem-solving skills. Topicsinclude solution and graphing of equations and inequalities, thealgebra of rational expressions, and systems of linear equations.MATH 162M. Pre-Calculus I. Lecture 3 hours; 3 credits.Prerequisite: qualifying score on SAT or ACT, or qualifying scoreon a placement test administered by the University Testing Centeror a grade of C or better in MATH 102M. The fi rst course in atwo-course sequence designed to provide a strong preparationfor calculus. Topics include algebraic operations, equations andinequalities, graphs and functions, polynomial functions, theory ofequations, system of equations and Gaussian elimination.STAT 130M. Elementary Statistics. Lecture 3 hours; 3 credits.Prerequisite: qualifying score on a placement test administeredby the University Testing Center, qualifying SAT or ACT score ora C or better in MATH 101M. Topics include: data description,elementary probability, binomial and normal distributions, intervalestimation, hypothesis testing, and correlation. The role of probabilityin inference is emphasized.Oral Communication: 3 credit hours required(Sometimes this requirement is met within your major.)COMM 101R. Public Speaking. Lecture 3 hours; 3 credits.Preparation, delivery and analysis of types of speeches withemphasis on extemporaneous speaking.COMM 103R. Voice and Diction. Lecture 3 hours; 3 credits.An introduction to the analysis and practice of effective voice andarticulation. Applications across various communication contexts,such as public communication, media and social communication.COMM 112R. Introduction to Interpersonal Communication.Lecture 3 hours; 3 credits. An introduction to concepts, processesand effects of communication in personal and social relationships.Emphasis on fundamental communication skills necessary for theformation and maintenance of relationships.Information Literacy and Research: 3 credit hoursrequired(Sometimes this requirement is met within your major.)IT 150G. Information Literacy for Business and Social Science.Lecture 3 hours; 3 credits. This course is designed to provide studentswith skills necessary to identify, to access and to utilize taskappropriate information. Students will learn to evaluate informationsources and to apply good research strategies. The coursewill address qualitative, quantitative, visual and auditory datasources along with the ethical use of data and respect for intellectualproperty. Special focus will be given to research topics inbusiness and the social sciences.CS 120G. Information Literacy and Research. Lecture 3 hours; 3credits. Students will learn to locate, manage, critically evaluateand use information for problem solving, research and decisionmaking. Includes collaborative tools for document developmentand offi ce productivity tools for presentation. Information security,laws and etiquette related to use and access of information arecovered.CS 121G. Information Literacy and Research for Scientists.Lecture 3 hours; 3 credits. Students will learn to locate, manage,critically evaluate and use information for scientifi c problem solvingand research. Includes mathematical tools for data analysisand presentation, and offi ce and collaborative tools as well.Information security, laws and etiquette related to use and accessof information are covered.HLTH 120G. Information Literacy for Health Professionals. Lecture3 hours; 3 credits. This course focuses on building basic skillsfor conducting health research and includes guidance on locating,utilizing and evaluating sources. The course examines themethods and tools of health analysis and explores the mechanicsof research presentation and writing to help health-related majorsprepare for successful completion of upper-division requirements.The class also provides a brief introduction to ethical issues relatedto health research and writing.Language and Culture: 0-6 credit hours required(Students will meet this requirement by successfully completingthe third level of one foreign language or the second level of twoforeign languages in high school. American Sign Language will15

e accepted in place of a foreign language. Additional creditsmay be required by your major.)ARAB 111F. Beginning Arabic. Lecture 6 hours; 6 credits.Oral drill and discussion of grammar principles, written exercisesand reading assignments. This course requires extensive work inthe Language Learning Center.CHIN 111F. Beginning Chinese. Lecture 6 hours; 6 credits.Oral drill and discussion of grammar principles, written exercisesand reading assignments. This course requires extensive work inthe Language Learning Center.FARS 111F. Beginning Farsi. Lecture 6 hours; 6 credits. Oraldrill and discussion of grammar principles, written exercises andreading assignments. This course requires extensive work in theLanguage Learning Center.FR 101F-102F. Beginning French I and II. 101F or satisfactoryscore on the placement exam is prerequisite to 102F. Lecture3 hours; 3 credits each semester. Oral drill and discussion ofgrammar principles, written exercises and reading assignments.This course requires extensive work in the Language LearningCenter.GER 101F-102F. Beginning German I and II. 101F is prerequisiteto 102F. Lecture 3 hours; 3 credits each semester. Oraldrill and discussion of grammar principles, written exercises andreading assignments. This course requires extensive work in theLanguage Learning Center.HEBR 111F. Beginning Hebrew I. Lecture 6 hours; 6 credits.Oral drill and discussion of grammar principles, written exercisesand reading assignments. This course requires extensive work inthe Language Learning Center.ITAL 101F-102F. Beginning Italian I and II. Lecture 3 hours;3 credits each semester. 101F is prerequisite to 102F. Oraldrill and discussion of grammar principles; written exercises andreading assignments. This course requires extensive work in theLanguage Learning Center.JAPN 111F. Beginning Japanese. Lecture 3 hours; drill 3hours; 6 credits. Oral drill and discussion of grammar principles,written exercises and reading assignments. This course requiresextensive work in the Language Learning Center. All four skills-- listening, speaking, reading and writing -- are implemented fromthe beginning of the course.LATN 101F-102F. Beginning Latin I and II. 101F is prerequisiteto 102F. Lecture 3 hours; 3 credits each semester. Introductionto Latin literature and Roman civilization. Graded Latinreadings. Study of Roman culture and its infl uence.PRTG 101F-102F. Beginning Portuguese I and II. Lecture 3hours; 3 credits each semester. 101 F is prerequisite to 102F.Introduction to the four skills (listening, speaking, reading, writing)of elementary Portuguese.RUS 101F-102F. Beginning Russian I and II. 101F is prerequisiteto 102F. Lecture 3 hours; 3 credits each semester. Oraldrill and discussion of grammar principles, written exercises andreading assignments. This course requires extensive work in theLanguage Learning Center.SPAN 101F-102F. Beginning Spanish I and II. 101F isprerequisite to 102F. Lecture 3 hours; 3 credits each semester.An introduction to the Spanish language providing a foundation inlistening, speaking, reading, writing and culture.SPAN 121F. Intensive Beginning Spanish. Lecture 3 hours; 3credits. Prerequisite: at least three years of high school Spanishand placement test. This course is designed for students whohave had signifi cant experience in the study of Spanish but do notplace in the second year of the program.Ways of Knowing:Human Creativity: 3 credit hours requiredARTH 12IA. Introduction to the Visual Arts. Lecture 3 hours; 3credits. Co-requisite: ENGL 110C. An introduction to the variousmedia, techniques, styles and content in the visual arts as theyare manifested in the world’s cultures. Relevant assignments willdevelop students’ critical, analytical and writing skills.ARTS 122A. Visual Communication. Lecture 1 hour; studio 5hours; 3 credits. An introduction to essential themes and means ofvisual communication in the fi ne arts with an emphasis on studioexperience in drawing, painting, collage, assemblage, anddesign fundamentals. Slide lectures, critical inquiry and discussionsabout aesthetic issues will also be included in the coursecontent.COMM/THEA 270A. Film Appreciation. Lecture 2 hours;laboratory 2 hours; 3 credits. This class will focus on both contextualand close text analysis of masterworks as they have infl u-enced fi lm art and industry. Students in this course are expectedto develop basic research, communication, viewing and criticalthinking skills as they apply their knowledge to the analysis of thefi lm experience.DANC 185A. Dance and Its Audience. Lecture and discussion3 hours; 3 credits. Designed to acquaint students with the componentsof theatrical dance performance, its historical and ethnicorigins, its role as a creative expression of peoples and societiesand its relationship to other art forms. Through fi lms, videos, liveperformances, guest speakers, readings and discussions, studentsconsider philosophical approaches to language, communication,aesthetics and style of choreography.MUSC 264A. Music in History and Culture. Lecture and listeningsessions 3 hours; 3 credits. A survey of major composers andtheir works in the historical context of different style periods, includinga discussion of the central philosophical and cultural issues16 Orientation/Preview

of each period. Students will be required to attend at least threemusical events and turn in written critiques.THEA 241A. The Theatre Experience. Lecture and discussion 3hours; 3 credits. An introductory audience-oriented examinationof the elements of theatre and their historical development throughstudy of plays and performances; emphasis will be directed toactually experiencing live theatre. Attendance at performances isrequired.Literature: 3 credit hours requiredENGL 112L. Introduction to Literature. Lecture 3 hours; 3 credits.This course shows the general student how to understand thedistinctive forms and meanings of poems, plays and fi ction, andkey notions such as character, plot and imagery. Readings, includingworks by women and minorities, will illustrate individual andsocial experiences in different times and places. This perspectivecourse develops and reinforces written communication skills andincludes relevant insights into technology.ENGL 114L. American Writers, American Experiences. Lecture3 hours; 3 credits. This course introduces the student to the diversityof American culture as depicted in American literature. Worksinclude minority and women writers and provide visions of city,frontier and regional life; ethnic, racial and immigrant experience;religion, democracy and capitalism. This perspective coursedevelops and reinforces written communication skills and includesrelevant insights into technology.FLET 100L. Understanding World Literature. Lecture 3 hours;3 credits. This multicultural course introduces the student to theforms and meanings of poems, stories, novels and plays fromaround the world. It provides students with the skills necessary forthe appreciation and comparative analysis of these works bothas literature and as representations of rich and diverse culturalvalues. A primary focus of the course will be the role of culture inthe formation of national and individual identity, paying specialattention to gender, sexuality, race and class. All works will beread in English.The Nature of Science: 8 credit hours required** Important Notes for Biology, Physics and Ocean/Earth Sciences: An asterisk indicates that the course isrecommended for non-science majors. These departments listtheir courses in two-semester sequences. For example, Biology105N could be taken in the fall semester, followed by Biology106N in the spring. Each semester of the course is worth4 credits (for lecture and lab). These courses do not have tobe taken in sequence unless required by your major. In otherwords, you could choose to take one semester of biology andone semester of physics.* BIOL 105N-BIOL 106N. Biology for Non-Science Majors I,II. Lecture 3 hours; laboratory 2 hours; 4 credits each semester.An introductory biology course for non-biology majors. 105Nconcentrates on major biological concepts concerning molecularbiology, cellular biology, cellular reproduction, classical andmolecular genetics, energetics and ecology. 106N concentrateson plants and animals at the organismal level examining majorbiological concepts involving diversity, ecology, behavior andevolution. These courses would be benefi cial to those studentswho are pursuing elementary education degrees because theyteach biological topics included in the Virginia Standards ofLearning. Cannot be substituted for BIOL 115N or 116N.BIOL 108N-109N. Life Science I, II. Lecture 4 hours; laboratory0 hours. An introductory biology course for non-biologymajors. 108N focuses on science process, ecology, evolution,biodiversity and conservation. 109N focuses on human biology,including infectious disease; diet, exercise and health; and humangenetics and development. BIOL 108N or 109N cannot besubstituted as BIOL 115N or 116N.BIOL 115N-116N. General Biology. Lecture 4 hours;laboratory 0 hours. Prerequisite: placement into ENGL 110Cand qualifying math SAT/ACT score, qualifying score on the mathplacement test, or completion of MATH 102M or higher. 115Nemphasizes biological molecules, cell biology, metabolism,molecular biology and Mendelian genetics. 116N emphasizesevolution, ecology and organismal biology. A student receivingcredit for 115N or 116N cannot receive credit for BIOL 108Nor 109N, respectively.* PHYS 101N-102N. Conceptual Physics. Lecture 3 hours;laboratory 2 hours; 4 credits each semester. PHYS 101N isa prerequisite for 102N. An introductory descriptive coursewhich develops and illustrates the concepts of physics in terms ofphenomena encountered in daily life. The fi rst semester coversmechanics, electricity and magnetism. The second semester coverssound, light, fl uids and heat.* PHYS 103N-104N. Introductory Astronomy. Lecture 3hours; laboratory 2 hours; 4 credits each semester. 103N isa study of the physical principles and scientifi c investigation ofobjects in our solar system. 104N emphasizes the study of stars,star systems, cosmology and relativity. Both semesters stress howwe acquire knowledge of celestial objects to develop models ofour universe.PHYS 111N-112N. Introductory General Physics. 111Nis prerequisite to 112N. Lecture 3 hours; laboratory 2 hours; 4credits each semester. Prerequisite: MATH 102M or 162M orMATH 166. 111N emphasizes mechanics, wave motion andheat and will also cover the needed elements of trigonometry andvectors. 112N emphasizes electricity and magnetism, light, andintroduction to modern physics. Students receiving credit for PHYS111N cannot receive credit for PHYS 102N either simultaneouslyor subsequently.17

PHYS 231N-232N. University Physics. Lecture 3 hours;laboratory 2 hours; 4 credits each semester. Co-requisite: MATH211 or 226 or permission of instructor. 231N is prerequisite to232N. A general introduction to physics in which the principlesof classical and modern physics are applied to the solution ofphysical problems. The reasoning through which solutions areobtained is stressed. This course is designed for majors in thephysical sciences, engineering, mathematics, and computationalsciences. Students receiving credit for PHYS 231N-232Ncannot simultaneously or subsequently receive credit for PHYS101N-102N or PHYS 111N-112N.* OEAS 106N-107N. Introductory Oceanography. Lecture3 hours; laboratory 2 hours; 4 credits each semester. 106N isprerequisite to 107N. 106N emphasizes geology and chemistrycovering the formation and constitution of the earth and theocean basins. 107N emphasizes physics and biology includingmeteorology, waves, tides, currents and life in the sea. Laboratoryemphasizes practice of basic scientifi c methods. Knowledgeof the metric system, scientifi c notation, ratio and proportion, andgraphing is required. Field trip and research vessel cruise arerequired.* OEAS 110N-112N. Earth Science—Historical Geology.Lecture 3 hours; laboratory 2 hours; 4 credits each semester.110N is an introductory course in geological sciences. Thecourse relates the principles of natural science to Earth as aplanet, its resources, and its environment. The effects of geologicprocesses on the environment are stressed. 110N or 111N isa prerequisite for 112N. In 112N, evolution of the continents,ocean basins, mountain chains and the major life forms throughoutEarth’s history are studied chronologically and are related tothe physical and biological changes which have caused them.A student receiving credit for 111N cannot receive credit for110N.OEAS 111N-112N. Physical Geology—Historical Geology.Lecture 3 hours; laboratory 2 hours; 4 credits each semester.111N introduces the student to the study of the materials,structures and processes of the Earth. Present terrestrial resourcesare interpreted in terms of the internal and surface processes thatformed them. 110N or 111N is a prerequisite for 112N. In112N, evolution of the continents, ocean basins, mountain chainsand the major life forms throughout Earth’s history are studiedchronologically and are related to the physical and biologicalchanges which have caused them. A student receiving credit for111N cannot receive credit for 110N.** Important Notes for Chemistry: An asterisk indicatesthat the course is recommended for non-science majors. Thisdepartment lists its lectures and labs separately. For example,CHEM 105N is lecture and CHEM 106N is lab. Thesecourses are taken simultaneously for a total of 4 credits. CHEM107N and 108N would be taken the next semester. Thesecourses do not have to be taken in sequence unless requiredby your major. In other words, you could choose to take onesemester of Chemistry and one semester of biology.CHEM 105N. Introductory Chemistry. Lecture 3 hours; 3credits. Prerequisite: knowledge of basic algebra. Co-requisite:CHEM 106N. This course is the fi rst part of a two-semestersequence of chemistry covering topics in general, organic andbiological chemistry. In this part, an introduction to the principlesof inorganic (general) chemistry is provided. The topics to becovered include measurements, atoms and elements, compoundsand their bonds, energy and matter, gases, solutions, acids andbases, chemical reactions and quantities, chemical equilibrium,and nuclear chemistry. This course does not meet the prerequisitefor CHEM 123N, and cannot be used toward the CHEM majoror minor. Students wishing to pursue advanced study in chemistryshould take CHEM 121N + 122N, and CHEM 123N + 124N.A student receiving credit for CHEM 105N cannot receive additionalcredit for CHEM 121N. CHEM 105N + CHEM 106Nsatisfy four credits of the University’s Nature of Science generaleducation requirement.CHEM 106N. Introductory Chemistry Laboratory. Laboratory 2hours; 1 credit. Corequisite or prerequisite: CHEM 105N. Anintroduction to common laboratory techniques and the process ofscience is provided. CHEM 105N + CHEM 106N satisfy fourcredits of the University’s Nature of Science general educationrequirement.CHEM 107N. Introductory Organic and Biochemistry. Lecture3 hours; 3 credits. Prerequisite: CHEM 105N with a gradeof C or better. Co-requisite: CHEM 108N. This course is thesecond part of a two-semester sequence of chemistry coveringtopics in general, organic and biological chemistry. In this part,an introduction to organic compounds and their role in biologicalsystems is provided. The topics to be covered include thestructure, nomenclature and reactivity of organic compounds, thestructure and function of important biomolecules, and the chemistryof metabolic pathways. This course does not meet the prerequisitefor CHEM 211, and cannot be used toward the CHEM major orminor. Students wishing to pursue advanced study in chemistryshould take CHEM 121N + 122N, and CHEM 123N + 124N.CHEM 107N + CHEM 108N satisfy four credits of the University’sNature of Science general education requirement.CHEM 108N. Introductory Organic and Biochemistry Laboratory.Laboratory 2 hours; 1 credit. Prerequisite: CHEM 106Nwith a grade of C or better. Co-requisite or prerequisite: CHEM107N. Laboratory experiments involving organic compoundsand biomolecules are performed. CHEM 107N + CHEM 108Nsatisfy four credits of the University’s Nature of Science generaleducation requirement.18 Orientation/Preview

CHEM 121N. Foundations of Chemistry I Lecture. Lecture3 hours; 3 credits. Co-requisite or prerequisite: CHEM 122N.Prerequisite: MATH 102M or higher with a grade of C or better.High school chemistry or CHEM 103 is strongly recommended.This is the fi rst of a two-course series, designed for science andengineering majors, that prepares the student for subsequentstudies in molecular science and constitutes the foundation for allupper-level chemistry courses. Topics include the descriptive chemistryof selected elements, modern atomic and molecular structure,stoichiometry, thermochemistry, and gas laws. A student receivingcredit for CHEM 121N cannot receive additional credit forCHEM 103 or CHEM 105N or CHEM 137N. CHEM 121N+ CHEM 122N satisfy 4 credits of the University’s Nature of Sciencegeneral education requirement.CHEM 122N. Foundations of Chemistry I Laboratory. Laboratory2 hours; recitation 1 hour; 1 credit. Co-requisite or prerequisite:CHEM 121N. Laboratory experiments are designed tocomplement the topics presented in the companion lecture course,CHEM 121N. A student receiving credit for CHEM 122N cannotreceive additional credit for CHEM 106N or 138N. CHEM121N + CHEM 122N satisfy 4 credits of the University’s Natureof Science general education requirement.CHEM 123N. Foundations of Chemistry II Lecture. Lecture 3hours; 3 credits. Co-requisite or prerequisite: CHEM 124N. Prerequisite:CHEM 121N with a grade of C or better. This is thesecond of a two-course series, designed for science majors, thatprepares the student for subsequent studies in molecular scienceand constitutes the foundation for all upper-level chemistry courses.Topics include states of matter, solutions, electrochemistry, thermodynamics,equilibria, and kinetics. CHEM 123N + CHEM124N satisfy 4 credits of the University’s Nature of Sciencegeneral education requirement.CHEM 124N. Foundations of Chemistry II Laboratory. Laboratory2 hours; recitation 1 hour; 1 credit. Co-requisite or prerequisite:CHEM 123N. Prerequisites: CHEM 121N or 117 witha grade of C or better, and CHEM 122N with a grade of C orbetter. Laboratory experiments are designed to complement thetopics in the companion lecture course, CHEM 123N. CHEM123N + CHEM 124N satisfy 4 credits of the University’s Natureof Science general education requirement.CHEM 137N. Accelerated General Chemistry I and II Lecture.Lecture 3 hours; recitation 1 hour; 4 credits. Pre- or co-requisite:MATH 162M. This lecture course, along with CHEM 138N, willfulfi ll all requirements for a complete year of general chemistry.This combination will satisfy all general chemistry prerequisites forupper level chemistry courses.CHEM 138N. Accelerated General Chemistry I and II Lab.Laboratory 4 hours; 2 credits. Prerequisite: CHEM 137N. Thislaboratory course is intended for students who have completedCHEM 137N. Experiments cover foundational topics and skills inchemistry and introduce students to chemical research.19

Human Behavior: 3 credit hours requiredANTR 110S. Introduction to Anthropology. Lecture 3 hours;3 credits. A survey of what we know about the emergence ofhumans: where we came from; how we developed physicallyand why; how human cultures became more complex throughtime; and the variety of human ways of life today.COMM 200S. Introduction to Human Communication. Lectureand discussion 3 hours; 3 credits. An introduction to the disciplineand methods of human communication. Survey of the majorapproaches to studying communication across the range of humancommunication contexts and functions.CRJS 215S. Introduction to Criminology. Lecture 3 hours; 3 credits.Introduction to criminology as a science, including the study ofcrime, criminals and society’s response to them.ECON 200S. Basic Economics. Lecture and discussion 3 hours;3 credits. The course presents an overview of the major principlesof micro- and macroeconomics. Topics include opportunity costs,supply and demand, competition and monopoly, national incomedetermination, creation of money and credit, and internationalproblems. No credit will be given to students pursuing majors inthe College of Business and Public Administration.ECON 201S. Principles of Macroeconomics. Lecture and discussion3 hours; 3 credits. Prerequisite: qualifying math SAT/ACTscore, qualifying score on the math placement test, or completionof MATH 102M or higher. Development of the theory of supplyand demand, and their interaction in a market economy. Classical,Keynesian and monetarist explanations of infl ation andunemployment are presented and analyzed. Emphasis is placedon income determination, fi scal policy, monetary policy and theissue of government efforts to improve economic performance.ECON 202S. Principles of Microeconomics. Lecture and discussion3 hours; 3 credits. Prerequisite: qualifying math SAT/ACTscore, qualifying score on the math placement test, or completionof MATH 102M or higher. An examination of how individualsand businesses interact in a market economy. Emphasis isplaced on consumer behavior, price and output decisions of fi rms,the economic effi ciency of the resulting allocation of society’sresources, and the gains from international trade and impact oftrade barriers.FIN 210S. Personal Financial Literacy. Lecture 3 hours; 3 credits.Prerequisite: MATH 102M. This is an introductory course dealingwith various aspects of individual fi nancial decision making, withan emphasis on short- and long-term personal fi nancial planning.The course uses scenarios, practical cases and special projects toprovide concrete applications of abstract concepts.GEOG 100S. Cultural Geography. Lecture and discussion 3hours; 3 credits. This course provides a basic topical introductionto human and cultural geography. It focuses on the diversityof human societies, their distribution, characteristics and culturalimpact on the landscape. Topics include the geography of population,migration, language, religion, economic development,urbanization, resources and the political landscape.GEOG 101S. Environmental Geography. Lecture and discussion3 hours; 3 credits. A systematic study of environmental processes,issues and patterns emphasizing the interactions among peopleand their ecosystems. The course focuses on the infl uence of thephysical environment on people and the impact of people on theenvironment.POLS 100S. Introduction to International Politics. Lecture anddiscussion 3 hours; 3 credits. This course provides a basic introductionto the study of international politics. It considers some ofthe more prominent theoretical perspectives in the discipline andexamines the major political, economic, social and environmentalissues presently facing the global community. The course preparesstudents for advanced study in international politics.POLS 101S. Introduction to American Politics. Lecture anddiscussion 3 hours; 3 credits. This course introduces students tothe political processes and the institutions of American politics. Thecourse examines American political culture, gender and minorityrights, citizen participation, national institutions, public policy, andforeign and defense policy.POLS 102S. Introduction to Comparative Government andPolitics. Lecture 3 hours; 3 credits. This is a comparative courseof political systems of established and emerging democracies andnon-democratic states.PSYC 201S. Introduction to Psychology. Lecture 3 hours; 3 credits.Introduction to the scientifi c study of psychology. The studentis introduced to fundamental terms, facts and concepts dealingwith motivation, learning, perception, intelligence, measurement,personality structure, behavior disorders, psychological developmentand social processes.PSYC 203S. Lifespan Development. Lecture 3 hours; 3 credits.A broad contemporary view of the processes of development. Theinfl uences of biological and environmental factors in the developmentof personality and cognitive functioning are explored.SOC 201S. Introduction to Sociology. Lecture 3 hours; 3 credits.An introduction to the discipline and methods of sociology. Majortopics include socialization, social inequality, family, education,gender roles, and ethnic and minority relations.WMST 201S. Women in a Changing World. Lecture anddiscussion 3 hours; 3 credits. An introduction to the interdisciplinaryfi eld of women’s studies drawing on materials from the socialsciences. Topics include the social construction of gender in a multiculturalsetting; the reliability of studies on the “nature” of women;cross-cultural variations in women’s lives; female health, work, andsexuality; and women’s roles in politics.20 Orientation/Preview

Interpreting the Past: 3 credit hours requiredHIST 100H. Interpreting the World Past Since 1500. Lecture3 hours; 3 credits. This course offers students a critical approachto interpreting world history. A fast-paced survey of world historyfrom the 1500s to the present, it focuses on the major intellectual,religious, social, cultural, political, environmental and scientifi cdevelopments that have infl uenced the course of world history. Itlooks at cross-cultural relations in the form of economic exchange,technology transfer, war and conquest, and internationalorganizations.HIST 101H. Asia in a World Setting. Lecture 3 hours; 3 credits.Surveys signifi cant themes in the history of Asian societies andcultures, as related to other world regions, from the emergence ofIndian and Chinese civilizations to the contemporary world.HIST 102H. Europe in a World Setting. Lecture 3 hours; 3 credits.Surveys signifi cant themes in the history of European societiesand cultures, as related to other world regions, from the emergenceof Mesopotamian civilizations to the contemporary world.HIST 103H. Latin America in a World Setting. Lecture 3 hours;3 credits. Surveys signifi cant themes in Latin American history, asrelated to other world regions, from the indigenous civilizations,through conquest and colonization and the post-colonial period, tothe contemporary world.HIST 104H. United States in a World Setting. Lecture 3 hours;3 credits. Surveys signifi cant themes in the history of the UnitedStates, as related to other world regions, from the period of Europeanexploration to the contemporary world.HIST 105H. Africa in a World Setting. Lecture 3 hours; 3 credits.This is an introductory course on the history of African peoples,culture and the African Diaspora. The course will explore the earlyhistory of the continental societies, kingdoms and empires, theeconomic, political and cultural institutions of Africa, and the historyand consequences of the interactions both within Africa andoverseas. It will also examine the impact of Christianity and Islamand of European colonialism and formally trace the developmentof modern African states from the indigenous civilizations, throughconquest and colonization and the post-colonial period, to thecontemporary world.Philosophy and Ethics: 3 credit hours required(Sometimes this requirement is met within your major.)PHIL 110P. Introduction to Philosophy. Lecture 3 hours; 3credits. An introduction to basic concepts, methods and issues inphilosophy, and a consideration of representative types of philosophicalthought concerning human nature, the world, knowledgeand value.PHIL 120P. Logic and Philosophy. Lecture 3 hours; 3 credits. Astudy of the principles of correct reasoning and the types of fallaciousreasoning. Includes an examination of the philosophical andhistorical context of logic, and the application of logical methodsto philosophical questions.PHIL 140P. Introduction to the Philosophy of Science: Knowledge,Reality and Values. Lecture 3 hours; 3 credits. Scientifi cdevelopments are used as an occasion for philosophical refl ection.In the process the student is led to a better understanding ofscience. The course introduces and makes use of basic logicaland conceptual tools of philosophy.PHIL 230E. Introduction to Ethics. Lecture 3 hours; 3 credits. Anintroduction to the study of ethics through philosophical refl ectionon a variety of moral issues of contemporary signifi cance. Topicscovered will vary by semester and instructor, but may includeissues drawn from professional fi elds such as business, medicineand information technology, plus matters of public concern like theenvironment, the treatment of animals, the use of military force,social justice, and civil and human rights.PHIL 250E. World Religions: Beliefs and Values. Lecture 3hours; 3 credits. A comparative and philosophical study of majorworld religions in the Eastern and Western traditions, with particularattention being paid to their views about the basis of rightaction and the nature of good and evil. Other points of comparisoninclude the foundations of religious knowledge and belief, themeaning of human life, divinity, and death and immortality.PHIL 303E. Business Ethics. Lecture 3 hours; 3 credits. Prerequisite:ENGL 110C. A philosophical examination of ethical issuesthat arise in business and commerce. Topics discussed will varyby semester and instructor, but may include affi rmative action, ethicalversus unethical sales and marketing techniques, the obligationsof business to society (if any), and the moral foundations ofcapitalism.PHIL 344E. Environmental Ethics. Lecture 3 hours; 3 credits.Prerequisite: ENGL 110C. A philosophical examination of thenature and basis of human obligations for the condition of theenvironment with special attention to the foundations of ethicaldecision making.PHIL 345E. Bioethics. Lecture 3 hours; 3 credits. Prerequisite:ENGL 110C. An examination of the philosophical foundations ofethical decision making in biology, medicine and the life sciences.PHIL 441E. Foundations of Ethics. Lecture 3 hours; 3 credits.Prerequisites: ENGL 211C, 221C or 231C; junior standing. Aninquiry into the philosophical foundations of ethical theory. Variousethical systems are considered, and different views of metaethicsand moral psychology may be as well.PHIL 442E. Studies in Applied Ethics. Lecture 3 hours; 3 credits.Prerequisites: ENGL 110C and junior standing. An intensiveexamination of ethical issues in a particular fi eld or profession; anemphasis on ethical theory underlying practical decisions.21

The Impact of Technology: 3 credit hours requiredCOMM 372T. Introduction to New Media Technologies. Lecture3 hours; 3 credits. Prerequisite: junior standing or permissionof the instructor. Introduction to new media practices and theories.Focuses upon the powers of composition, networked communities,information management, social networking and identifi cation indigital environments. Students will examine practical applicationssuch as blogging, online mapping and tagging, online collaborativework such as wikis, and self composition in online socialnetworks.CS 300T. Computers in Society. Lecture 3 hours; 3 credits.Prerequisites: ENGL 110C and completion of oral communicationrequirement. Covers changes in the world’s society due tocontinuing implementation of computer technologies. Evaluationof technological expansions in areas of governments, business/industry, education, medicine, transportation, communicationand entertainment. Topics include: intellectual property, softwarepiracy, computer crimes and ethics. Students must research asocietal topic and present results in written and oral forms.DNTH 440T. Telehealthcare Technology. Lecture 3 hours; 3credits. Prerequisite: permission of the instructor. This course willexamine the concept, global impact and trends in telehealthcaretechnology on the client/patient, multidisciplinary practitioners,and various healthcare systems. Emphasis is on effectiveevidence-based decision making to reduce errors in patient care,promote care in remote or underserved geographical areas, andthe ability to retrieve and evaluate healthcare information thatimproves access to quality, cost-effective health care.ENGL 307T. Introduction to Digital Writing. Lecture 3 hours; 3credits. Prerequisites: ENGL 110C, 111C. This course introducesstudents to issues of writing in various digital environments such asweb pages, email, blogs, wikis, and discussion boards. This classalso introduces fundamentals of hypertext authoring, digital andvisual rhetoric, and image manipulation.GEOG 306T. Hazards: Natural and Technological. Lectureand discussion 3 hours; 3 credits. Prerequisites: junior standingand 6 credits in the social sciences or permission of the instructor.An exploration of human perceptions of and responses toextreme geophysical and technological threats, including nuclearbombs and accidents, hurricanes, tornadoes, earthquakes andvolcanoes.HIST 300T. The History of Sex and Sexual and ReproductiveTechnologies. Lecture 3 hours; 3 credits. Prerequisite: HIST100H, 101H, 102H, 103H, 104H or 105H. The courseexplores the many ways sex, gender, sexuality and sexual identitieshave been constructed in Western thought from around 500BC to the present. The medicalization of sex and sexual practiceswill be examined. Sexual perversions such as prostitution, pornographyand sexual violence will be explored. The course willalso focus on the technology of sexual enhancement and productionand the ethics involved in these areas.HIST 386T/SCI 302T. The Evolution of Modern Science.Lecture 3 hours; 3 credits. Prerequisite: HIST 100H, 101H,102H, 103H, 104H or 105H. Traces the development of modernscience from the ancient Greeks to the 21st century.HIST 389T. Technology and Civilization. Lecture 3 hours; 3credits. Prerequisite: 3 hours of history. This course will examinethe role of technology and relevant science. Students will examinethe interaction between society and technology and investigatewhy technology is both a refl ection of, and a shaping infl uenceupon, modern culture.HIST 304T. History of Medicine, Disease and Health Technology.Lecture 3 hours; 3 credits. Prerequisite: HIST 101H, 102H,103H, 104H or 105H. Examines the history of medicine andepidemiology from ancient times through the 21st century. Thecourse takes a comparative look at medical practices in Europeand around the globe and focuses heavily on the complex relationshipbetween human societies and disease. The developmentof medical technologies and their impact are examined.IT 360T. Principles of Information Technology. Lecture anddiscussion 3 hours; 3 credits. Prerequisite: completion of generaleducation computer literacy requirement; junior standing andadmission to the Bachelor of Science in Business Administration orpermission of the associate dean of the College of Business andPublic Administration. A survey of computer hardware, software,procedures, applications and management information concepts.Provides an understanding of the application of the computer tothe support of managerial decision making. Information Systemsmajors may not use this course for credit toward the B.S.B.A.degree.MUSC 335T. Introduction to MIDI Technology. Lecture 2 hours;laboratory 2 hours; 3 credits. Prerequisite: music student orpermission of instructor. This course will introduce students to MIDItechnology with an emphasis on sequencing and editing techniquesand music notation skills.STEM 110T. Technology and Your World. Lecture and application3 hours; 3 credits. An overview of the resources and systemsof technology. Emphasis is on impacts that technology has onindividuals and their careers. Discussion and activities alsoexplore the evolution of technology, its major systems and theirimpact.STEM 370T. Technology and Society. (writing intensive course)Lecture 3 hours; 3 credits. Prerequisites: junior standing or permissionof the instructor. A multidisciplinary course designed toprovide insight into the fundamental, historical and contemporarynature of technology as an area of human knowledge. Attention isgiven to the positive and negative aspects of technology and howthey affect society.22 Orientation/Preview

PHIL 383T. Technology: Its Nature and Signifi cance. Lecture3 hours; 3 credits. Prerequisites: junior standing and 3 semesterhours in philosophy or permission of the instructor. A philosophicalexamination of technology with special attention to its relationshipwith and mutual dependence upon society, culture and humanvalues. Historical developments and specifi c technologies willalso be covered.POLS 350T. Technology and War. Lecture 3 hours; 3 credits.Prerequisite: POLS 100S or permission of the instructor. Studiesthe broad interaction of human war-making and technologicaladvancements from earliest times to the present. Examines howtechnology has affected the outbreak and outcome of wars, andhow warfare has infl uenced technology races and producedcountermeasures by the technologically disadvantaged. Focuseson the emergence of weapons of mass destruction (nuclear,chemical, biological). Evaluates feasibility and consequencesof measures designed to curtail advanced-weapons proliferation.Surveys high-tech warfare trends into the 21st century. Considerswhether technology will make warfare irreconcilable with humanlife on earth.WMST 390T. Women and Technology Worldwide. Lecture 3hours; 3 credits. Prerequisites: 3 semester hours in the social sciencesor history. An exploration of women as designers and usersof technology and of the impact of technology on women’s livesacross the world. Variations in women’s experiences by race,class and culture will be stressed.Upper Division Component:The upper division component is designed to help you integrateknowledge at an advanced level.1. Written Communication (approved writing-intensive or “W”course) within the major – 3 hours2. Upper-Division Fulfi llment Options – minimum 6 hoursOption A: Disciplinary Minor (a minimum of 12 hours determinedby the department) or a second major of second degree.Option B: Interdisciplinary Minor (specifi cally 12 hours, 3 ofwhich may be in the major).Option C: International Business and Regional Courses or anapproved certifi cation program such as teaching licensure.Option D: 6 hours of elective upper-division courses from outsideof and not required by the student’s major and college.23

AdditionalInformationGetting Your Student ID CardOne of the most exciting moments for a new student is gettinga student ID card. You’ll need it to move into and access yourresidence hall, swipe into classes where professors take attendance,check out library books, and attend athletic events. Your IDcard carries your meal plan and Flex Points, and it can serve as acampus debit card for your Monarch Plus account.As an ODU student, you’re required to carry your ID card. Sohow do you get it?If you submitted an acceptable headshot two business days priorto Preview, your ID will be available for pickup during lunch in theTed Constant Convocation Center.If you’d like to take a photo during Preview, visit the UniversityCard Center in Webb Center after you register for classes.If you don’t have a chance to get your ID at Preview, stop by theUniversity Card Center before you begin classes. Summer hoursof operation are Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.and Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.University Card Centercardcenter@odu.edu(757) 683-3508http://www.odu.edu/af/cardcenterLooking For Work?As part of its Early Advantage Program, the Career ManagementCenter can connect you to a variety of on- and off-campusemployment opportunities through CareerLink, an online communicationsystem that features job and mentor listings, a resume andcover letter builder, and much more.Types of Positions in CareerLink:• On-Campus Student Hourly (part-time; no Federal Work Studyaward required)• Off-Campus Part Time and Full Time• On- and Off-Campus Work Study: Part-time positions thatrequire a Federal Work Study (FWS) award, received as part ofyour fi nancial aid package.Work Study Opportunities:• Community Service Internship (CSI): You’re assigned to work inlocal nonprofi t and government agencies.• Student Temporary Assist• America Reads• Departmental Federal Work StudyRequired Documents:• Copy of Federal Work Study Award Letter (if applicable)• Original Social Security Card (it will be copied or scannedon-site)• Driver’s License or ODU ID (it will be copied or scanned on-site)• Voided Check or Direct Deposit Form or Letter from Bank orCredit UnionContact Information:2202 Webb Center(757) 683-4388cybercoach@odu.eduwww.odu.edu/cmcWalk-ins welcome Monday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.Buying Your TextbooksYou have the option of purchasing your textbooks for the fi rstsemester through a Pre-Pack Reservation program offered throughthe Monarch Plus purchasing card and the ODU University VillageBookstore. Forms are available during Preview for you to submit a$500 deposit on your student ID card, which allows the bookstoreto pull the books needed from your schedule and packagethem for pickup.If you don’t purchase your textbooks through this program, feelfree to bring a copy of your schedule to the bookstore and thestaff will be happy to assist you in fi nding the books you need. Ifyou visit before classes begin, used books (more affordable) maystill be available. The offi cial ODU bookstore is behind the TedConstant Convocation Center in the University Village.To fi nd a list of required textbooks:• Visit my.odu.edu and log in with your MIDAS ID and password;• Click the button for Leo Online;• Click “Registration”;• Click “ODU Bookstore” and follow the instructions.You can also visit the offi cial ODU bookstore online at http://www.odu.edu/af/bookstore.24 Orientation/Preview

Outdoor Adventure ProgramsTeam Expeditions for New andTransfer Students (T.E.N.T.S.):Let your adventure begin with T.E.N.T.S.! Sign up for one of fi veadventure experiences to meet students and staff from the ODUcommunity and push your limits while exploring the outdoors. Yourexperiences during the program provide building blocks for futurerelationships with members of the university’s community. Previousexperience is NOT required for any of the adventures.T.E.N.T.S. Specifics:You can choose to attend one of fi ve programs through which youcan venture into the outdoors with other new students, upperclasstrip leaders and faculty and staff members from Old DominionUniversity.Each adventure is an inclusive trip package that includes:• Five-day expedition• Outdoor equipment• Food during the trip experience• Transportation from ODU to expedition• Technical skill instruction• ODU faculty/staff members• Trip leadersAll you need to bring is clothing, footwear and personal needs.Once registered, our staff will send helpful information to assistwith packing and provide further trip details.Freshman LeadershipInstitute (FSI)FSI is a three-day intensive leadership program for incoming freshmenheld during the summer. FSI builds on the leadership skillsof new students and provides you with a jump-start to becomingacclimated to campus. You’ll participate in meals with faculty, staffand current leaders, a hands-on service project and many leadershipexperiences.Preregistration is required to participate in FSI and space islimited. The 2011 summer sessions of FSI will be July 15-17 andJuly 22-24. Information and registration can be found at http://www.studentaffairs.odu.edu/OSAL.Freshman ServiceExperience (FSE)FSE is an optional Week of Welcome event that introducesstudents to the Monarch Spirit of Service and Civic Engagement.During the day, you’ll be introduced to the importance of serviceto the local and global community and spend time volunteering atone of several nonprofi ts in the local area.Preregistration is required to participate in FSE and space islimited. The 2011 summer session of FSE will be held on August25. Information and registration can be found at http://www.studentaffairs.odu.edu/OSAL.Registration:T.E.N.T.S. is open to all new students preparing for their fi rstsemester at ODU. If you are not yet 18, please be ready tosupply our staff with signed parental consent. Registration forthe adventure trips begins March 1, 2011. Please contact theOutdoor Adventure Program at (757) 683-3389 for registrationinformation or visit www.odu.edu/recsports and select “OutdoorAdventure Program.” The adventure trips are fi lled on a fi rst-come,fi rst-served basis.Changes and Cancellations:If changes in your schedule require you to adjust or cancel yourregistration, please call the Outdoor Adventure Program so wecan update your account. Please note: If you contact us to changeor cancel your registration more than two weeks prior to your trip,you will receive a full refund. If you contact us within two weeks orless of your scheduled trip, a refund will not be provided.25

Getting Prepared forYour First Semester

Taking Care ofBusinessNever Go HungryMonarch Dining Services has a ton of options that let you satisfyany craving – wherever and whenever it may hit you. We operate20 dining locations on campus that include all-you-care-to-eatresidential restaurants and national franchises.There are several meal plan options to choose from and all mealplans come with Flex Points that can be used at all of the dininglocations. Flexibility makes it easy to get the most value out ofyour plan, so you choose which plan is right for you. When FlexPoints run low, students have the ability to add more Flex Points tothe meal plan, which creates even more value.How Do I Sign Up?Students living on campus sign up for a meal plan through thehousing application process. Students living off campus can signup for a meal plan whenever they’d like by going online to www.odu.edu/cardcenter or visiting the University Card Center inWebb Center.What is a Flex Point Account?The Flex Point Account is a declining balance account built into allstudent meal plans. Flex Points are placed on your student ID cardand can be used at all dining locations on campus. All purchasesmade with Flex Points are tax-free. You can add Flex Points to youraccount in $50 increments. One dollar is equivalent to one FlexPoint. While Flex Points carry over from fall to spring semester,they don’t carry over to the next academic year.Meal Plans (Residents):As a residential student, you can change your meal plan at thebeginning of each semester only. You must complete the MealChange Form online at the University Card Center’s website:http://www.odu.edu/af/cardcenter. Dates when meal plans canbe changed are listed on the Important Dates page.Please note there are certain meal plan requirements based onyour housing location. All residential meal plans are part of yourhousing contract and are billed as room and board to your studentaccount. You can access those charges through Leo Online.The following buildings require residents to be on a 14 Weekly,10 Weekly, Block 225 or Block 160 meal plan. Students inthose locations may also upgrade to the Block 120 Exchange orthe 19 Weekly plan.• Whitehurst Hall• Gresham Main and East• Rogers Main and East• Virginia House• Ireland House• Scotland House• France House• England House• Dominion House• The InnIf you live in Powhatan Apartments, you are required to be on aminimum Block 25 meal plan but can choose to upgrade to anyof the meal plans offered.NEW! If you live in the University Village Apartments or NusbaumApartments, you can purchase a meal plan through your housingagreement!Meal Plans (Commuters):If you live in a University Village apartment or off campus, youare entitled to the same great dining options as resident students.We understand that students make dining a social event withtheir friends. We also want to make sure that you never have toworry about being able to eat. That is why meal plans have beendesigned to accommodate the various needs of our commuterstudents.As a commuter, you can change your meal plan at the beginningof each semester only. Specifi c dates of when meal plans can bechanged are listed on the Important Dates page of the UniversityCard Center’s website: http://www.odu.edu/af/cardcenter.You must come into the University Card Center and change yourmeal plan in person. Any additional amount owed is due at thetime of the meal plan change. If a refund is due, you may placethe amount due on your Monarch Plus account immediately or acheck will be sent to your address on record within 4-6 weeks. A$25 administrative fee will be charged to process a refund check.28 Getting Prepared For Your First Semester

Fall 2011/Spring 2012 Meal Plan Chart:Prices published online athttp://www.odu.edu/af/cardcenter/student.htmDiningPlan19 MealPlanBlock 120Exchange14 MealPlan10 MealPlanMeals/PeriodFlexPoints19/Week $100120/Semester14/Week $30010/Week $350GuestMeals3/SemesterCost PerSemester$1,869$500 * $2,0383/Semester3/Semester$1,828$1,828Block 225225/Semester$300 * $1,828Block 160160/Semester$350 * $1,8285 MealPlan5/Week $300 0 $1044Block 8080/Semester$300 * $1044Block 5050/Semester$125 * $559Block 2525/Semester$100 * $331*Block meals can be used to let your guests dine with you.Financial Aid:If you’re expecting fi nancial aid and would like to use those fundsto purchase a meal plan, you will need to wait until you receiveyour “balance of aid” check. You may then cash that check anduse those funds to purchase the meal plan. If your aid is expectedto be delayed or you have extenuating circumstances, pleasecontact your fi nancial aid advisor.Monarch Plus Accounts:The Monarch Plus Account is a prepaid debit account placeddirectly on your student ID card. It’s great for students who live onand off campus. It provides the fl exibility and convenience of adebit card to use at any of our on- and off-campus locations. You’llreceive your remaining balance at the time of each transaction.Money can be added any time by cash, check, money order,traveler’s check, MasterCard or Visa. There are no minimum balancerequirements and no fees to set it up. It can be used for foodand nonfood purchases at all ODU dining locations, bookstore,techstore, concessions at ODU athletic events, laundry, selectedvending machines, and off-campus locations, ODU parking andlocal grocery/gas/convenience/dining.Locations:*Residence Halls: Rogers Cafe, Legends in Whitehurst, Whitehurstand Gresham C-StoresWebb Center: Cafe 1201, Pizza Hut/Wing Street, GrilleWorks, Burrito Theory, The BBQ Pit, Blue’s Bakery, Student HealthCenter, Monarch Techstore, Starbucks Coffee, Monarch Market,University Card Center, QuiznosUniversity Village: University Bookstore, Starbucks Coffee,Monarch Shop, Borjo Coffeehouse, Brickhouse Pizza andSubs, Sakura Sushi Bar, Norfolk Ice Cream Company, TropicalSmoothie, Zero’s SubsOther On-Campus Locations: Parking & Transportation Services,football stadium concessions, Waves Cafe (VBHEC), selectlaundry and vending machinesOff-Campus Locations: Brickhouse Pizza and Subs, 7-Eleven(2 locations), Chanello’s Pizza, Chicho’s Pizza, Monarch SportsGrille, Del Vecchio’s, Dominion Bookstore, Dunkin’ Donuts, Gray’sPharmacy, Great Clips, The Edge, International House of Pancakes,Papa John’s Pizza, Pizza Hut, Shell/ Miller Mart, Spring-Hill Suites, Subway, Tanner’s Creek Seafood Restaurant, UniversityFood Market, Cancun Burrito Bar, Kroger grocery store* Please check our website for the most current list of participantsand for specifi c locationsFor More Information:More information about Monarch Dining, meal plans, dininglocations, hours of operation and more can be found atwww.odu.edu/monarchdining.Email: dining@odu.eduPhone: (757) 683-3426www.facebook.com/monarchdiningwww.twitter.com/monarchdiningStudent Health ServicesStudent Health Services offers primary care services,immunizations, health education and more.Student Health Requirements forFull-Time Students:• You’re required to have your immunizations up-to-date and tosubmit this information to Student Health before classes start.• You must complete a Health History Form and provide evidenceof having received two doses of the measles/mumps/rubella(MMR) vaccine, one dose of meningitis vaccine (or the signedwaiver form), three doses of the hepatitis B vaccine (or thesigned waiver form), and a current tetanus/diphtheria (Td) ortetanus/diphtheria/acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccine booster2929

within the last 10 years. You may be required to show proof ofa recent PPD tuberculosis skin test based on risk factors, whichare listed on the Tuberculosis Risk Assessment section on theHealth History Form.• You must return the Health History Form by mail or fax toStudent Health Services by August 1 (if you’re entering in thefall) or January 2 (if you’re entering in the spring). Since this isa requirement, an immunization hold may be placed on yourrecord in Leo Online if you do not submit the completed form.• If you’re taking at least one credit on the Norfolk campus, youare automatically charged the health fee with tuition and fees,which covers an unlimited number of visits to Student Health Services.Part-time students who opt to pay the health fee are alsoeligible for Student Health Services. Other fees may apply forspecial services such as lab tests, medications, immunizations,physicals and procedures. Fees are posted on the website andin the exam rooms.• ODU recommends that you acquire adequate personal healthinsurance to cover the costs of services beyond the scope ofStudent Health Services. International students are required tohave health insurance. Bring a copy of your health insurancecard to campus.Hours of Operation:During the academic year, we are open Monday through Friday,8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with extended hours until 7 p.m. on Wednesdays.We have a 24-hour on-call system when we are closed. Toreach the on-call clinician for urgent concerns, call Campus Policeat (757) 683-4000. The dispatcher will page the on-call clinicianwho will return your call.Contact Information:Student Health Services1007 South Webb Center(757) 683-3132www.odu.edu/studenthealthPaying Your TuitionThe Offi ce of Finance welcomes you to the ODU family! Ouroffi ce is here to assist you with issues pertaining to billing andpayment. Once you’ve registered for classes, it’s important toknow and familiarize yourself with deadlines and other informationto avoid having a hold placed on your Leo Online account.We encourage you to become familiar with the fi nancial policiesspecifi ed in the University Catalog and other relevant publications.Contact Information:Office of Finance102 Alfred Rollins Hall(757) 683.3030www.odu.edu/fi nanceQuick Facts AboutBilling:• ODU does not send paperbills. Billing statements aresent to your ODU emailaddress.• Parents/Guardians mayalso receive the monthlystatements once you addthem to your account as an “Authorized User.”• The billing statement will list all charges on your account (i.e.,tuition, housing, meals and fees) and when the payment is due.• Tuition rates are subject to change each year. Please visit thewebsite at http://www.odu.edu/fi nance for the tuition andfees rates for the 2011-2012 school year.• You won’t be allowed to register for subsequent semesters,receive a degree, or access transcripts and grades if you haveoutstanding University debts on your account.• Acceptable forms of payment include personal check, moneyorder, Visa/MasterCard (in offi ce or online only), and cash onlyin the Cashier’s Offi ce. Please be sure you include your UIN(University ID Number) on any check or money order payment.You may also pay via Web Check through Leo Online.Payment Plan:We offer a University Payment Plan during the fall and springsemesters only. Payment plans must be established each termby the tuition deadline. A $40 nonrefundable processing fee isrequired at the time of setup. Forms are available in Rollins Hallor online at http://www.odu.edu/fi nance. For more informationabout the payment plan, contact tuition@odu.edu.Employer/Third-Party Payment:We accept company checks or purchase orders as payment, orwe can bill your employer for your total charges with the appropriateauthorization. Unfortunately, we are unable to bill employerswho reimburse an employee based on the course outcome or thegrade received. Contact the third-party billing representative at(757) 683-3030 for more information.30 Getting Prepared For Your First Semester

Financial Aid Disbursement:We are the disbursing agent for students awarded fi nancial aidfunds. Funds are applied directly to student accounts and automaticallypay the charges. You are responsible for any remainingamount due by the deadline for charges not covered by thefi nancial aid.Financial Penalties:Registrations are not canceled due to non-payment of tuition ornon-attendance of classes. Once registered, students accept fi nancialresponsibility for payment to ODU. Those who fail to make fullpayment by the published tuition deadline are subject to fi nancialpenalties. Past due accounts are placed on hold until full paymentis received. Past due accounts are sent to a collection agency.Once a debt is 30 days past due, a 10 percent late penalty ofthe outstanding balance is assessed. The late penalty is the fi nalwarning that your account is past due. Unless you resolve the debtimmediately, the University will advance the debt to the next stepin the collection process. At 90 days, the debt is advanced to acollection agency and the account holder bears all costs associatedwith the collection efforts. The cost associated with collectionsefforts is 29.87% of the outstanding balance.Balance of Aid Checks:If the amount of fi nancial aid credited to the student exceeds theaccount charges, a balance of aid check will be mailed to thestudent’s permanent address listed with the Offi ce of the Registrar.Balance of aid checks are released 5-7 business days after theaid has been applied to the student account. Only students withall requirements met should expect to receive checks during thefi rst week of classes.Tuition Refund Policy:The University will refund tuition to students who drop within thepublished deadlines. Failure to attend a course after registeringwill not eliminate charges. Failure to pay will not release youfrom the responsibility for these charges. Registrations will not becanceled for nonpayment of tuition. Please visithttp://www.odu.edu/fi nance for detailed refund information.ODU Student Accounts:You can view your account by visiting Leo Online, StudentRecords. This section will allow you to view and pay charges,view disbursed fi nancial aid, class schedule and more. Fromhere, you may also print a copy of the billing statement.Student Account Representative:As an ODU student, you are assigned a billing representativebased on the fi rst letter of your last name. If you discover an erroror have a question about your billing statement, please contactyour billing representative. Please allow 1-3 business days for aresponse.Account Representative Contact Information:Telephone: (757) 683-3030Fax: (757) 683-4100Toll-free: (800) 244-1450Accounts A-DAccounts E-KAccounts L-RAccounts S-ZCotrina Young (clyoung@odu.edu)Nahleen Myrie (nmyrie@odu.edu)Vonda Norman (vnorman@odu.edu)Lourena Miles (lmiles@odu.edu)You may send payments or billing inquiries to the address below:Office of FinanceOld Dominion UniversityRollins HallNorfolk, VA 23529-0045Summer School Financial Aid:Summer School fi nancial aid is administered on a case-by-casebasis. There is a separate institutional application and an individualconsultation with your fi nancial aid counselor is required.Aid for the summer session is limited. The deadline for applyingfor summer is generally May 1.Applying for Financial Aid:Begin now to plan for next year. Most students who completeda FAFSA for the previous year will be able to fi le the applicationfor next year. The Priority Application Deadline is: February 15.Apply online with FAFSA on the Web. If you are interested inscholarships administered by the University, please note that yourrecord will automatically be considered. No separate applicationis required.Scholarships:If you receive a scholarship from a civic group, club, church orother organization, please ensure that the fi nancial aid offi cereceives a copy of your scholarship award notice. The scholarshipcheck should be forwarded by the agency to the fi nancial aidoffi ce at the address above. To expedite crediting of the scholarshipto your account, please ask the agency to write your nameand University Identifi cation Number on the check.3131

Parking On CampusThere are over 7,800 parking spaces distributed among multipleparking garages and surface parking lots around campus.ODU parking garages and surface lots are permit controlled andenforced through the issuance of parking citations. In order to parkon campus, you must have a parking permit or pass. There area variety of permits and passes available for purchase, includingcommuter, evening, faculty/staff, resident, and visitor.The Offi ce of Parking and Transportation Services is located onthe corner of 43rd Street and Elkhorn Avenue inside ParkingGarage A. The offi ce is open from 7:45 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.,Monday through Thursday, and 7:45 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday.Parking permits can be purchased online atwww.odu.edu/parking or in person. The website also contains amap of all parking garages and lots.Parking Permits:2011/2012 Parking permits go on sale July 1, 2011.To purchase a permit online, you will need to have your MIDAS IDand password. If you run into any problems purchasing a permitonline, please call Parking at (757) 683-4004 during businesshours. Parking highly recommends purchasing your permit onlineto avoid the lines that form in the offi ce each semester.To purchase a permit in the offi ce, you will need a copy of theDMV vehicle registration, your student ID card, and a permit registrationform (obtained while in the offi ce).Freshmen Living on Campus:If you are a freshman living in the residence halls, you are notpermitted to bring a car to campus for your fi rst year (fall throughspring semesters). This policy does not apply to non-traditionalfreshmen (students who have been out of high school for two yearsor more). There are circumstances that allow freshmen to get awaiver to have their cars on campus. These include off-campusemployment (minimum of 20 hours/week), medical issues, extenuatingfamily circumstances, or University obligation or commitment.Freshmen can fi ll out the waiver on the website and submit it to theOffi ce of Parking and Transportation for approval.Be a Mobile MonarchMobile Monarch is the student notebookprogram that offers educational pricing forApple, Dell and Lenovo computers. MobileMonarch notebooks are sold at the MonarchTechstore in Webb Center and online athttp://occs.odu.edu/mobilemonarch. The website also includesinformation on which model and system requirements we recommendfor each major.The Offi ce of Computing and Communication Services (OCCS)Technical Support Center provides hardware and software support/repairfor Mobile Monarch computers and software supportfor non-Mobile Monarch systems. Questions about passwords,access and how to’s for email, Blackboard and Leo Online shouldbe sent to us via email, phone or online. Our help desk is available24/7 by phone and email.Technical Support Center:1504 Webb Center(757) 683-3192(877) 348-6503occshelp@odu.eduTo report a technical issue on Footprints: https://fp.odu.eduODU AlertsODU Alerts is our urgent notifi cation system. It is activated whenthere is a required action on the part of the university community,such as sheltering from a storm, canceling classes on short notice,or informing the community of a dangerous situation on or nearcampus that could impinge on personal safety (e.g., a chemicalspill, bomb threat or dangerous person).ODU Alerts allows you to list up to six contact methods. Theseinclude text messaging, instant messaging, phone calls to yourhome, offi ce or mobile phone, and emails to non-ODU emailaddresses. Students are encouraged to sign up for this service.During an urgent situation, the ODU Alerts system will begincycling through your points of contact to deliver the alert, startingwith the fi rst available. When you receive the message, it is veryimportant that you confi rm receipt when prompted. If no confi rmationis received, ODU Alerts will continue cycling through yourpoints of contact.ODU Alerts supplements campus-wide email, which is the primarycommunications vehicle for reaching the University community, aswell as the after-hours information hotline (757-683-3000), postingson the ODU website, and sometimes the public media.There is no charge for subscribing to ODU Alerts. The system isopen to all registered students, faculty and staff. You will receivean invitation email that includes a web link, authorization codeand member ID to complete your registration. Incoming studentswill receive the invitation email approximately 7-10 days afterattending orientation and registering for classes. The subject lineof the invitation email will read: “ODU Invites You to Register forAlert System.”For more information, visit the ODU Alerts website athttps://www.odu.edu/apps/alerts/.32 Getting Prepared For Your First Semester

Gearing Up forAcademic SuccessPlacement Tests andRequired SurveysWriting Sample Placement Test (WSPT):All incoming students are required to take the WSPT. This 90-minuteessay test, along with your transfer credits, AP/IB credits anddual enrollment, determines your English placement.If you have not taken the WSPT at the time of your Preview,please return to Blackboard and take the test as soon as possible.Until your test has been scored, you’ll be unable to register forEnglish Composition or any other course that lists the WSPT scoreas a prerequisite.Since the WSPT is a requirement, you’ll have a hold placed onyour record in Leo Online if you don’t complete and pass it priorto your second semester. That hold can prevent you from registeringfor classes!COMPASS Math Placement Test:At ODU, your placement into math is determined by your SATor ACT score or transfer credits from another institution. If youwish to challenge your math placement, or if you wish to receiveinstitutional credit for math, you may take the COMPASS MathPlacement Test. The Offi ce of Experiential Learning and Testingmaintains a schedule of when placement tests are offered.SAT Score ACT Score PlacementAny scoreAny scoreMATH 101M orMATH 102M451+ 24-36 STAT 130M551-650 30-36 MATH 162M651-700 *MATH 163M orMATH 200700+ * MATH 211* For MATH 163, 200, or 211, take COMPASS MathPlacement TestForeign Language Achievement Test:Foreign language placement is determined by your high schoolcourses or college transfer credits. You have met the University’sforeign language requirements if you completed two years of twolanguages or three years of one language at the high school level.However, your major may require more! See your departmentalrequirements. The Offi ce of Experiential Learning and Testing maintainsa schedule of when placement tests are offered.Experiential Learning and Testing:138 Gornto Teletechnet Center(757) 683-3697; UniversityTesting@odu.eduTransition to College Inventory (Freshmen) andTransfer Student Survey (Transfers):All incoming students are required to complete either the TCI orTSS. These surveys are online advising tools that we use to determinehow we can assist you during your fi rst semesters at the University.As with the WSPT, take this seriously and answer the questionshonestly. It isn’t timed. The data we collect will help us helpyou and guide you to programs and opportunities that will meetyour needs. This is one of the ways we keep from treating youlike just a number. The TCI and TSS are available on Blackboard.Since the survey is a requirement, you’ll have a hold placed onyour record in Leo Online if you don’t complete it. That hold canprevent you from registering for classes your second semester!Educational AccessibilityThe Offi ce of Educational Accessibility assists students with disabilitiesin the pursuit of their educational objectives. Offi ce staffmembers work with faculty, administrators and students toward thegoal of complying with legal mandates and integrating the studentinto a responsive campus community. The Offi ce of EducationalAccessibility strives to coordinate services that will enable studentswith disabilities to act as independently as possible in a supportiveatmosphere that promotes self-reliance. Services are availableto students in areas such as:• ADD/ADHD• Medical Disability• Psychological Disability• Specifi c Learning Disability• Temporary Mobility ImpairmentIf you’ve used accommodations for learning in high school, youmust call the Offi ce of Educational Accessibility at (757) 683-4655 to schedule an appointment for review and apply to haveaccommodations at ODU. Take advantage of this valuableresource—it works!3333

To learn more about documentation and registration for services,please visit the website at http://studentaffairs.odu.edu/educationalaccessibilityor contact the offi ce directly.1525 Webb Center(757) 683-4655Military and Transfer StudentsServices for Military Personnel:Old Dominion’s affi liation with the military and Department ofDefense agencies is a long and proud tradition. We are committedto helping service members and their families achieveeducational goals by employing advanced technologies to makecourses accessible, convenient and affordable to today’s busy students.As a military student at ODU, you’ll fi nd a highly skilled andfriendly staff, teamed with an outstanding array of distinguishedfaculty, many of whom are former military themselves, who havebeen recognized for teaching excellence and scholarship. Formore information and links to services for military students andtheir families, please visit the website athttp://www.odu.edu/ao/military or call (757) 683-4473.Military Credit and Evaluation Processing:ODU values the dedication and efforts of all our armed forces andseeks to recognize the extensive training and education associatedwith military experience. The University has establishednumerous academic credit agreements with the military, such as a42-credit-hour award for Naval Nuclear Power School. Militarystudents seeking credit for their military education/experienceneed to submit an offi cial military transcript (e.g., SMART, AARTS,CCAF, Coast Guard Inst., etc.) to the Offi ce of Admissions. Theuniversity utilizes ACE recommendations during the review processand provides awards based on these recommendations andfurther analysis by our Transfer Admissions Offi ce and academicdepartments. Questions regarding the evaluation of military creditshould be addressed to the Transfer Admissions Offi ce via email(transfer@odu.edu) or by phone at (757) 683-3685.Request for Re-Evaluation of Transfer Credits:As a transfer student, you can request that the Offi ce of Admissionsre-evaluate courses by submitting course descriptions from your previousinstitution(s). A copy of the course description from the appropriatecatalog along with the ODU course you think is equivalentmust be submitted to the Transfer Admissions Offi ce, room 108,Rollins Hall. Questions regarding the evaluation of military creditshould be addressed to the Transfer Admissions Offi ce via e-mail(transfer@odu.edu) or by phone at (757) 683-3685.After meeting with your academic advisor, there may be instanceswhere a more in-depth review of a transfer course is necessary.In such cases, you may be asked to supply the syllabus from thecourse you took at the other institution. Your academic advisorwill be able to guide you to the appropriate department for furtherdiscussion, if necessary.Submit your fi nal transcripts with your associate degree posted,if applicable. The biggest hold-up transfer students have whengetting ready to graduate is the missing last transcript. Avoid theheadaches and verify that your last transcript was sent by checkingLeo Online for your transfer credit awards.Experiential Learning/Portfolio Review:The Experiential Learning Program (ELP) offers options if you’reseeking academic credit for experiential learning, defi ned ascollege-level knowledge gained through work or life experience.The University, through ELP, recognizes that learning takes placein many settings and at many times during your life. While notall life and work experiences can earn college-level academiccredit, many valid learning experiences do take place outside theclassroom and do merit college credit.If you’re a degree-seeking student, ELP can assist you in assessingprevious work experience, military training and service, volunteeractivities, community service, and other kinds of training and educationthat have taken place outside the college classroom. Experientiallearning credit options include evaluation of workplacetraining, departmental examinations, and a portfolio. Nationaltesting and evaluation (CLEP and DANTES) are also administeredthrough the ELP. Scores for AP and IB are also posted to the ELPwebsite, but all CLEP, DSST, AP, IB and military transcripts must besent to the Offi ce of Admissions, Room 108, Rollins Hall.At ODU, we have many returning adult students with experience,knowledge and training that can be translated into academiccredit. This is a great opportunity for the University to recognizeyour prior learning and help you move ahead in your degreeprogram.For more information, visit the Experiential Learning website athttp://www.odu.edu/testing or call (757) 683-3697.34 Getting Prepared For Your First Semester

Services for Transfer Students:As a transfer student, you have unique needs that require a widearray of campus resources. The Advising and Transfer ProgramsOffi ce is here to assist you with your transition to the university.The services and programs offered to you as a Monarch are endless,so take advantage of every opportunity.As a transfer student, you can:• View your Individual Transfer Credit Evaluation in Leo Online (toensure that your credits transferred from your previous institution)• Register for UNIV 100 - University Orientation (section for transferstudents) CRN 21817 or 16545• Participate in workshops and programs offered by our offi ce• Attend Transfer Student Day• Learn about Tau Sigma, the National Honor Society for transferstudentsFor more information regarding transfer articulation agreementsor services, please contact us at (757) 683-3699 or visit http://uc.odu.edu/advising/transfer/.Living On CampusYour Own CampusYou can describe living on campus with one word…awesome!Where else can you roll right out of bed and run to class withno worries about searching for a parking spot? You’re close tothe library, movies, concerts, athletic events, all the good eats —everything. You don’t even have to change your own light bulbs!Has a nice ring to it, right? Sure, you’ll be sharing it with others,but that is okay because you will be living with new and excitingpeople and you’ll also learn how to carve out a private area thatis all yours. Don’t worry. It’s all part of the learning process.After you arrive on campus and move in, residence hall staffmembers (your residence hall director, resident assistant and areacoordinator) are available to answer questions and work with youto handle problems and develop the support you need in yourcampus environment. They’re not just here to answer questions,though. They like to have fun too, and the result is that you willlearn much about yourself, the university and life.Your Housing Assignment:The Offi ce of Housing & Residence Life will provide informationon when you can move into your on-campus assignment. Thebest way to stay informed is to look at the Housing & ResidenceLife website for the most up-to-date information. More informationsuch as hall and room number, driving directions, campuspost offi ce box, mailing address, roommate(s) name, addressand phone number will be provided in your assignment information.You are encouraged to contact your roommate(s) to getacquainted and make plans before your arrival so you can beginto get to know the person you will start this adventure with.Roommates:Roommates who have mutually selected each other through thehousing application process (mutually selected means that bothstudents have listed the preferred roommate’s correct UIN and theexact building preferences in the exact order) and based uponapplication dates and remaining space available (whew!) willdetermine if students will be assigned together. If no roommatehas been identifi ed, our room management system (RMS) willselect a roommate based on the completed application and someinformation provided in the online application process. In somecases, room capacities are designed for two or three residents.Put a lot of thought into deciding whether to live with your bestfriend from home. It sounds crazy, but sometimes it is easier tospeak candidly about personal gripes and habits with someoneother than your best friend.3535

Temporary Room Assignments:Each year, a number of temporary assignments are made bytripling double-occupancy rooms. Whenever possible, theseassignments are made based on the (date that the applicationand application fee are received). Top priority for reassignment isgiven to students in temporary spaces and you will be notifi ed ifthis is your situation.Roommate Assignments:In mid-July, you’ll fi nd out who your roommate will be and whatbuilding and room you will be assigned — something we knowyou’ve been waiting to hear. As we indicated before, fi rst-yearstudents who completed the housing application by May 1 willbe guaranteed housing and in the fi rst round of automatic roomassignments. If you did not make the May 1 deadline, or you area transfer student, please know that while you are not guaranteedon-campus housing, Housing & Residence Life will make everyeffort to fi nd you a place. The assignments process never reallyends and is ongoing until residence halls are fi lled.Your Roommate(s):You’ll get the e-mail address for your one, two or three roommates(capacity varies by room). Here’s a suggestion for how to meetyour new roommate: Before you get your roommate’s name, writea short profi le of yourself. That way you’ll have something to sendright away when you learn your roommate’s identity. What shouldyou write? That’s entirely up to you, but some ideas might include:• What you did in high school• Your favorite music• What you like to eatRoommate Relationships:Now is the time to think about all of the possibilities: good timesto share, a new circle of acquaintances and maybe even a truefriend for life. Life with roommates can provide some of the mostrewarding times you’ll have at college. Many people develop lifelongrelationships that begin with roommates and hall mates. Witha little effort, you can create a roommate experience that youwill remember fondly for years to come. Rest assured that you’llhave at least one thing in common with every other ODU fi rst-yearstudent: You are all worried about what life with a roommate willbe like! It makes sense that this sudden change in lifestyle may bea challenging transition. Ninety-two percent of fi rst-year studentsreport they are compatible with their assigned roommate, sochances are great that your experience will be positive!What are You Waiting For?Touch base with your roommate so you can go shopping for yourroom. Think of it: You’ll have a better idea of what to buy. Youwon’t waste your money, and you’ll have more room without twoof everything. You’ll also make a new friend in the process. Findout who is bringing:• Carpet• Refrigerator• Message board• Stereo• DVD player• TVDecisions, Decisions:What should you bring with you? Perhaps more importantly, whatshouldn’t you bring? Here’s one piece of advice: Most fi rst-yearstudents bring way too much with them, so keep that in mind asyou take time to start your packing list. For a list of items manystudents consider essential, go to http://studentaffairs.odu.edu/housing/forms_pubs/BringNotBring.pdf .Making Your Room Your Home:Room DecoratingRoom decorations can help transform your room into a comfortablehome, yet certain restrictions are necessary for fi re safety andto insure against costly damage to the facilities.Tip: We recommend that you use thumbtacks or straight pins onsheet rock walls and masking tape on block walls.Small appliances with automatic shut-off, CD players, desk lamps,radios, stereos, cable-ready televisions, and DVD players are allfi ne to bring with you.All appliances not plugged directly into a wall receptacle shouldbe plugged directly into an ODU approved model surge-protectedpower strip. Regular extension cords and cube adapters are notpermitted.36 Getting Prepared For Your First Semester

Leave these items at home• Decals, metal signs and stickers (because of damage to paintedwalls, windows and other surfaces)• Electrical appliances with exposed heating elements presentserious fi re hazards and sanitation problems. Leave at homeitems such as hot plates, ovens, toasters, grills, strings of lights,toaster ovens and soldering irons.• Microwaves (only permitted in the apartments, and Dominion,Virginia, France, Ireland, England and Scotland houses)• Darts, dart boards and liquid-fi lled furniture• Halogen lamps• Firearms, fi reworks and dangerous weapons. This includes butis not limited to pistols, ROTC fi rearms, rifl es, BB guns, waterguns, hand billies, nunchucks, switchblades, explosives anddangerous chemicals.• Lofts and platforms• Major appliances (such as washers, dryers, dishwashers)• Aerials, masts and other shortwave radio transmittingequipment.Consider these details carefully on the things youcan bring• Bed linens, mattress pads, blankets, etc.: Your bed mattressis an extra long twin and measures 36 inches by 80 inches(except University Village Apartments are full size beds). Youcan fi nd extra-long sheets in local stores.• Computers: Your computer will connect directly to the Internetfrom your residence hall room. Every residential area isequipped with wireless access, making it easier for you toconnect wherever you are. Additionally, each room has anEthernet connection jack (except Nusbaum Apartments) for eachstudent. Your computer must meet minimum system requirementsto be connected to the campus network and be properly configured to recognize an Ethernet connection. The ODU MobileMonarch program provides pre-confi gured, connection readynotebook computers at educational discounts.• Refrigerators: Only one refrigerator is permitted per bedroom.The refrigerator may not exceed 4.4 cubic feet.• Candles: Candles might be a good mood-setter at home,but leave them there. Burning candles is a huge safety risk inresidence halls. Students found with candles in their rooms facesevere disciplinary action and fi nes.• Pets: Please feel free to bring your pet Bubbles. It’s an appropriatename because the only pets allowed in residence halls arefi sh. On-campus life just isn’t compatible with pet ownership.Please don’t bring pets, even just to visit, inside the buildings.• Insurance and Personal Belongings: The University cannot beheld accountable for loss, damage or theft to any student’s personalproperty. All students are encouraged to carry their owninsurance coverage. Your family’s homeowner or tenant insurancemay provide coverage. Or you can arrange for personalproperty insurance through a private agency.• Vacuums: Vacuum cleaners are available at your front desk andmay be signed out for a limited time.Moving Day:Move-in day is always a busy day and there will be lots of traffi caround residence halls. Bring your patience with you because traffic will be heavy all day.Check your room assignment notifi cation for check-in date/timeand driving directions to your hall and be prepared to let the funbegin! Family members are always invited to help you make thetransition to campus, not to mention to help you carry your stuffinto your new room.Move-in day is busy all day, so be prepared to wait regardlessof what time you arrive. ODU staff members will work together tomake move-in as smooth as possible and to welcome you to thebeginning of your college career. You’ll especially enjoy meetingthe resident assistants.First things first—Get your keys.As soon as you get to campus, you will need to check in at yourdesignated location. You’ll need to bring your student ID cardto pick up your keys and activate your meal plan. Then you’ll beready to unload the car when it’s your turn.Make it easy on yourself!Live within a three-hour drive of ODU? Bring just the essentialsalong with enough clothes to last 14 days. After a couple ofweeks, you can either pick up the rest of your things on a triphome or when your family comes to visit you.From the car to your roomDriving and unloading on sidewalks is allowed only during designatedcheck-in days. Please be careful when using these sidewalksor when parking anywhere other than a specifi ed parkingspace. Everyone will want to park as close as possible to his orher hall, so unload as quickly as possible. Then, move the car to adesignated parking lot. Bringing a dolly, handcart or wagon willmake moving in much easier.Are carts or hand trucks available for move-in day?Some, but to make your wait shorter, it’s a great idea to bring one.3737

Double dutyRemember that you have to fi nd a place for what you bring intoyour room. You can fold and easily store soft luggage, and manystudents fi nd that footlockers are great as a storage space-saver.Making Campus Your Home:When you get to campusOne of the fi rst people you will meet on campus is your ResidentAssistant (RA). Get to know your RA as they are trained to help witha wide variety of student issues. They are especially knowledgeableabout roommate relationships, so your RA should be the fi rstperson you contact if problems happen to arise. Your RA will meetwith you and your roommate to complete a Roommate Agreementwithin the fi rst two weeks of the semester. This is a time for you andyour roommate(s) to set some basic guidelines and expectations forlife in your room. These can be renegotiated over the course of theyear as individual needs change. It is important to take this processseriously. It can simplify your life later!Can I bring a bike?Park bicycles in bike racks only. Do not chain them to fenceposts, guardrails, stairwells, signposts, light poles, fi re equipment,trees or anywhere that interferes with exit from the building.Improperly chained bicycles will be subject to impoundment. Youwill need to register your bike with the ODU Police Department (afree service). It helps reduce the risk of your bike being stolen andis a City of Norfolk ordinance.Is there storage available during the summer?Storage is not available on campus. However, there are manyoff-campus options available. Consider fi nding a couple offriends to share a storage unit with you for the summer.Residence Hall AmenitiesExceptions may apply; please review individual residence informationon our website.• All residence hall rooms have:• Beds — bunkable if desired• Mattresses XL Twin - 36” x 80”• Desks with chairs• Dressers• Closets or wardrobes• Window blinds or shades• Ethernet ports and wireless Internet• Cable TV portSuites also contain• Sofa• Sofa chairs• End tables• Coffee tableAll apartment rooms have• Desks with chairs• Dressers• Closets or wardrobes• Window blinds or shades• Ethernet ports (except Nusbaum) and wireless internet• Cable TV ports• Bed frame and mattresses (all XL Twin except University Village• Apartments have Full Size beds)Apartment common areas also contain• Sofa• Sofa chairs• End tables• Coffee table• Full kitchen facility (stove and full-size refrigerator)Resident Services:A wide variety of services are provided in campus housing tomake your life easier and more enjoyable. Some of these servicesyou may use each day, while you will take advantage of otherson a less frequent basis.Front desk servicesDesk receptionists help check out hall equipment, distribute loanerkeys and report facility problems, including those with laundryand vending equipment. The receptionist also provides informationand security services for your residence, including monitoringvisitation and checking in and checking out guests.Desk Hours10 a.m. to midnight, Monday – FridayNoon to midnight, Saturday – SundayHours may vary during hall opening and closing times and forUniversity holidays.KitchenettesSmall kitchens are located in select residence hall lounges acrosscampus. These kitchens generally have a microwave and cooktopalong with a sink for minor food preparation.38 Getting Prepared For Your First Semester

LaundryLaundry facilities are provided in all residential areas. Laundry isincluded in the housing costs and provides 60 starts or 30 loads(one wash and one dry) of laundry on the students’ ODU ID cardfor each of the fall and spring semesters while living on campus.LoungesLobby and fl oor lounges are provided to residents and their guestsfor the purposes of studying and/or community-building activities.MailPersonal mail is delivered to each building or complex on aregular schedule. Packages or letters requiring a signature aredelivered to the front desk. (University Village residents pick uptheir packages at the Milan Station Post Offi ce). It is important tolet your family and friends know to use your full name on packages;while your family and friends may have nicknames for you,we probably won’t be able to know them all.Cable televisionMonarch Vision is Old Dominion University’s campus videonetwork. This service includes entertainment, news, sports, foreignlanguage and educational programming. The channel lineupincludes MTV, CNN, ESPN, Univision, Discovery, a campusmovie channel, and many others.Maintenance and repairsMaintenance Support Center’s hours of operation are Monday -Friday, 7 a.m. - 5 p.m.For maintenance emergencies during regular business hours call(757) 683-4600. For emergencies occurring during non-businesshours, contact the Front Desk, your RA or the staff member on dutywithin the building.Online Maintenance Direct (non-emergencies)For maintenance or housekeeping services within the residencehalls, students may use Maintenance Direct. It is our online resourcefor submitting non-emergency work requests and is available 24/7.Vending machinesVending machines are provided in the lobby areas or near thelaundry rooms.Recreation areasSand volleyball courts are located behind Whitehurst and Rogershalls. For recreational activities such as baseball, football, basketball,Frisbee or catch, there are designated areas at LarchmontField, Powhatan Field, and the Student Recreation Center. Furnishedstudy rooms are located in each facility. Lounge areas areavailable for studying, meetings and programs in the lobbies.ElevatorsElevators are provided for students’ convenience in The Inn,Whitehurst Hall, and the newest halls on the Quad. Residentsmust use their ID cards to activate the elevators.BankingThe Old Dominion University Credit Union (ODUCU) main branchis on Hampton Boulevard, just down the street from campus; thesatellite location is in Webb University Center. Student accountsare available! Major banks and credit unions have branches inthe area. Check the Internet for specifi c locations.ATMAn ATM is located in Webb Center, across from the Food Courtand just outside the ODU Credit Union satellite site.Residence Hall Closings For Fall 2011Nov. 23-Dec. 2: Thanksgiving holiday. Residence halls closeNov. 23 at 10 a.m. and reopen Nov. 27 at 10 a.m. Apartmentsremain open during holiday.Dec. 10-16: Final exams. Residence halls close Dec. 16 at 10a.m. and reopen Jan. 8, 2012, at 10 a.m. Apartments remainopen during holiday.ODU Fast Fact:It’s not the lava lamp, beaded curtain, laundry basket, coffeemaker, alarm clock or posters. What’s the #1 thing students forgetto bring to college? Clothes hangers!Living Off CampusOff-campus housing information is available next to the CampusInformation Center in the front lobby of Webb Center and onlineat http://studentaffairs.odu.edu/offcampushousing/. Resourcesinclude listings, sample leases and sublet contracts, apartmentguides, and a practical guide for fi nding housing off campus.Steps for Locating Housing Off Campus:Determine the criteria of your search, including rent price, type ofdwelling, roommates or no roommates, amenities and location.Search the Off-Campus Housing Website (you’ll need to create alogin).Contact the landlord directly to discuss the property informationand schedule a time to visit the site. ODU provides the listing as aservice to students, but we don’t inspect the dwellings or guaranteeany housing in the listing.If you’re interested in the dwelling after you visit, notify the landlordthat you would like to schedule a time to review and sign the lease.Review the lease thoroughly for any questionable clauses beforesigning it.3939

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Succeeding in theClassroomThe Difference Between HighSchool and CollegeYour Classes:• In high school, every day you proceeded from one class directlyto another. At ODU, you can have hours between classes; classtime varies throughout the day and evening. Some classes areheld on weekends. You may also have a day or two withoutclass.• In high school, most of your classes were arranged for you. AtODU, you will arrange your own schedule in consultation withyour academic advisor. Schedules may seem lighter than theyare.• In high school, your guidance counselor kept track of your progresstoward graduation. In college, you are responsible for this.Obtain and keep a copy of the Undergraduate Catalog. Makesure you use the catalog published in the year you fi rst enrolled.Your Faculty:• In high school, the teacher provided you with informationyou missed when you were absent. At ODU, if you must missclass, professors expect you to get notes from someone else inthe class. Don’t ever ask your professor, “Did I miss anythingimportant?”• In high school, teachers often reminded you of assignments anddue dates. At ODU, professors expect you to read, save andconsult the course syllabus.• In high school, teachers often wrote information on the boardto be copied into your notes. In college, professors may lecturenon-stop, expecting you to identify the important points in yournotes. Good notes and good attendance are a must.Your Study Habits:In high school, you may have studied outside of class as little as0 to 2 hours a week. In college, you need to study at least 2 to3 hours outside of class for every hour you spend in class eachweek. So, 15 credits will equal 15 hours in class with 30-45hours of study each week. That means you’ll spend 45-60 perweek on academics!Your Freedom:• High school was mandatory and free. College is voluntary andexpensive.• In high school, your time was usually structured by others (parentsand/or teachers). In college, you manage your own time.• In high school, you could depend on your parents and teachersto remind you of your responsibilities and help you set priorities.In college, you will be faced with many moral and ethicaldecisions you have not previously faced. You must balance yourresponsibilities and set priorities.Using Your SyllabusA syllabus is a document written by your professor that outlinesspecifi c expectations for the course. It may be distributed onpaper and reviewed during the fi rst day of class or uploadedto Blackboard, ODU’s course management system. The syllabuswill contain the lecture schedule, due dates for assignments andexams, specifi c expectations (such as attendance), grade components,and contact information and offi ce hours for the professor.Tips:• Visit Blackboard a few days before classes begin. Some professorsupload their syllabi early.• Read the syllabus as soon as you receive it. It may help youdecide if the course content and level of diffi culty are appropriatefor you. If not, you can drop the class.• Put due dates for assignments and exams in your planner.• If you have a question about the syllabus, ask your professor.TutoringIf you’re having diffi culty in a class, take advantage of these free,on-campus resources that can help you build your skills and succeedin the classroom.Tutoring Central1500 W. 49th Streethttp://uc.odu.edu/taaTutoring available: Coordinates tutoring for many subjects andkeeps a listing of hours and locationsMath and Science Resource Center146 Oceanography Buildinghttp://sci.odu.edu/msrcTutoring available: College Algebra, Pre-Calculus I, IntroductoryChemistry, General Chemistry, Organic ChemistryWriting Tutorial Services1002 Batten Arts and Letters Building(757) 683-4013http://al.odu.edu/wtsTutoring available: All stages of the writing process for any subject42 Your First Semester

Physics Learning CenterPhysical Sciences Building, 2nd Floor Atriumhttp://sci.odu.edu/physics/resources/learning_center.shtmlSMART Thinking (online tutoring in Blackboard)http://sci.odu.edu/msrc/OnlineTutoring.shtmlLearning Commons andStudent Success CenterODU is building a Learning Commons in the Perry Library as partof the Student Success Center to bring together library resources,technology and expertise in a fl exible, inviting space to helpstudents excel with course assignments.What Is a Learning Commons?• A dynamic, collaborative environment on campus• Brings together Library, IT and other academic services in asingle location• Facilitates student learning through exploration, collaborationand discussion• Creates an environment with access to campus resources,services and expertise for student successWhat Will the Space Look Like?• Consolidated Help Desk• Specialized student services such as Writing Tutorial Servicesand Math & Science Resource Services• Social spacesCafé with indoor and outdoor seating• Flexible furniture – build your own study space• Traditional workspaces• Quiet spaces• Presentation room• Reservable collaboration rooms that make the Learning Commonsthe place to meet for group projects• Multimedia roomSound BoothDigital media content creation• Specialized areas of focusGIS with Google Earth available on computers withdual monitorsCollaboration with fl at panels and application sharing softwareLook for these exciting new facilities to open in Fall 2011!• Academic Skill Center• Educational Accessibility• Experiential Learning and Testing• Student Support Services (TRIO)• Tutoring and more!University LibrariesODU has a main library and two smaller libraries that providestudents and faculty with their services. Brief Library Tours (BLTs)are offered in the beginning of the semester to help studentsget acquainted with the libraries. The Interlibrary Loan (ILL) isalso available. ILL is a service that allows you to request journalarticles, books and other needed research materials that are notavailable at ODU Libraries.Patricia W. and J. Douglas Perry Library:The Perry Library is home to most of the libraries’ collections andservices. It includes an impressive collection of monographs,periodicals, government publications, maps, various electronicresources, videos and other media. In addition to a comprehensivereference collection, the Perry Library houses a broad,diverse, general collection of materials to support the researchneeds of the students, faculty and community. Additionally, thePerry Library contains the Digital Services Center which provideshardware, software and assistance to faculty, staff and graduatestudents needing to integrate digital information resources intoinstruction, research and coursework, and it contains the OldDominion University Libraries’ Special Collections which includesthe University Archives, manuscripts, books and printed materialrelating to Virginia and Tidewater history.HoursMonday-Thursday 8 a.m. - midnightSaturday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.Sunday 9 a.m. - midnightWhat Will Be in the Student Success Building?• Advising and Transfer Services43

F. Ludwig Diehn Composers Room:The Diehn Composers Room provides services and resourcesrelated to musical collections held by the ODU Libraries. TheListening Room provides music students, faculty and community theopportunity to listen, individually or in groups, to the collection ofscores, sound recordings and DVDs available; many also use theroom to compose. The Reading Room offers a place for musicscholars to study manuscripts and other music special collectionsmaterials, for students to study quietly, and for the Diehn ComposersRoom and ODU Libraries to host special events. The SeminarRoom is ideal for small group meetings and presentations. The F.Ludwig Diehn Composers Room is located inside the Diehn Fineand Performing Arts Center.HoursMonday - Thursday 8 a.m. - 9 p.m.Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.Saturday - Sunday 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.Elise N. Hofheimer Art Library:The Art Library includes a collection of over 10,000 volumes onarchitecture, sculpture, drawing, painting, print media, photographyand arts and crafts. It also includes an art reference section,more than 40 periodical subscriptions, and a guide to selected artresources on the Internet. Special features in the Art Library includea current display of new art books, catalogs and news bulletins ofthe Chrysler Museum of Art; a bibliography of the History of Artand Art Index; workstations with access to online resources, slideviewing tables, VCRs and monitors; and a photocopy machine.The Art Library is located inside the Diehn Fine and PerformingArts Center.HoursMonday - Thursday 8 a.m. - 9 p.m.Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.Saturday - Sunday 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.Academic DifficultyIf you experience diffi culty in one or more classes, it’s important toknow your academic resources and what steps you can take toprotect your academic standing.• After reviewing the syllabus, if you decide the class is too difficult or requires more time than you can commit to it, you maydrop the class before the add/drop deadline in Leo Online.• If you’re having trouble understanding the material, seek helpbefore tests or major assignments are due. Visit your professorduring offi ce hours to communicate your concerns and ask forclarifi cation on course content. Take advantage of free tutoringoffered on campus. Speak to your academic advisor aboutstudy tips and test-taking strategies.• During the fi fth week of the semester, you can review your progressreports in Leo Online for 100- and 200-level classes. Usethem to determine if you can improve your grade by the end ofthe semester. As part of the Early Alert Response System (EARS),you’ll be contacted via email and encouraged to meet with anadvisor if you’re earning a grade of C- or below in a class.• Consult with an academic advisor and fi nancial aid counselorbefore withdrawing from a course, as reducing your number ofcredits hours can impact fi nancial aid eligibility.Key Terminology:Drop vs. WithdrawIf you drop a class by the deadline – in the fi rst week of thesemester -- you incur no fi nancial obligation or grade for the class.After the drop deadline, you may withdraw from the class but afi nancial obligation is incurred. Consult an academic advisor,fi nancial aid counselor, and Housing and Residence Life whenmaking your decision.Official WithdrawalAfter the fi rst 7 calendar days of the semester and through theend of the 10th week of a regular semester (or its equivalent fornon-semester courses), you may withdraw from any course in LeoOnline with a grade of “W” assigned. The “W” grade is notcomputed in your GPA.After the 10th week of a regular session (or its equivalent in a nonsemestercourse) and by the last day of classes, you must submit aRequest for Exception -- Permission to Withdraw After Midterm toyour instructor and the department chair, who must both sign theform. If permission is granted, a grade of “W” will be recorded. Ifpermission is not granted by both, you will not be allowed to withdrawfrom the course. Any appeal of decisions should be broughtto the dean of the college offering the course.Unofficial WithdrawalIf you stop attending classes without offi cially withdrawing, you’llreceive a grade of “WF” unless your performance has been an“F”, in which case an “F” will be assigned. The grade of “WF”will be computed in your grade point average.Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP)SAP requirements are a federally mandated component of maintainingyour eligibility for fi nancial aid. You must make satisfactoryprogress toward earning your degree to continue receivingfi nancial aid. That progress is measured by the number of creditsyou earn in relation to the credits you attempt, your grade pointaverage, and the time frame it takes you complete an academicprogram. If you’re a full-time undergraduate student on fi nancialaid, you’ll be required to complete 75 percent of the total credithours you attempt. You can review SAP policies and procedureson the Financial Aid website. Contact a fi nancial aid counselor ifyou have questions.44 Your First Semester

IncompletesA grade of “I” indicates assigned work yet to be completed ina given course, or absence from the fi nal examination, and isassigned only upon instructor approval of your request. The “I”grade may be awarded only in exceptional circumstances beyondyour control, such as illness, and only after 80 percent of the timeallocated for the course has elapsed and substantial progress hasbeen made toward completion of course requirements. The “I”grade becomes an “F” if not removed by the last day of classesthe next semester.Grade Point Average (GPA)Each letter grade carries a point value that is used in calculatingthe grade point average (GPA). Your GPA is determined by dividingthe total grade points you’ve earned by the total credits you’veattempted. Your semester (or current) GPA takes into account onesemester’s grade points earned and credits attempted. Your cumulativeGPA takes into account your total grade points earned andcredits attempted.Grade Forgiveness Policy (GFP)This policy allows you to retake a class if you received a fi nalgrade of C- or below and replace the grade on your transcriptto improve your grade point average. You are limited to usinggrade forgiveness once per class and a total of 5 times. In orderto take advantage of the policy, you must retake the same courseat ODU. The Registrar will automatically apply the GFP to anyeligible course that you repeat at the end of the semester. Thesecond grade will be calculated into your grade point averageregardless of whether your performance improves. Your academictranscript will list both grades received. While your enhancedgrade point average may keep you in good academic standing,it will not affect your eligibility for honors or the dean’s list.Academic Continuance PolicyIf your cumulative GPA falls below 2.0 for one semester, you willbe placed on academic warning.If you do not achieve a 2.0 cumulative GPA at the end of the nextsemester, you will be placed on academic probation. While onprobation, you’ll be required to meet regularly with your academicadvisor. If you achieve a 2.0 cumulative GPA at the end of thenext semester, you’ll be returned to good academic standing.If you fail to achieve a 2.0 semester GPA at the end of the nextsemester (fall or spring), you will be placed on academic suspension.Speak to your academic advisor about appeals for academicsuspension and readmission.Students who receive a 0.0 GPA for two consecutive semesters(fall and spring) will be suspended immediately.45

Academic CalendarEach semester, an academic calendar is available to view on the University’s website. Visit http://www.odu.edu and type “academic calendar”into the “Search ODU” box. Make sure you select the appropriate semester.*Notes: Classes for Distance Learning students (usually) are scheduled during Session 1 only.Session 4 classes must be dropped the day before the fi rst class meeting to avoid charges.Courses that are part of the Weekend College curriculum will begin on Friday or Saturday after the fi rst day of classes for the session.Fall 2011 Calendar and Important Dates:June 30Aug. 26Aug. 27Aug. 29Sept. 2Sept. 3Sept. 5Sept. 6Sept. 9Sept. 30Oct. 8-11Oct. 19Oct. 20Oct. 24Nov. 8Nov. 14-18Nov. 19Nov. 22Nov. 23-27Nov. 30Dec. 9Dec. 10Dec. 16Dec. 17Deadline to apply for December 2011 graduationSummer graduation date (no ceremony)Fall classes begin (Saturday). Deadline to apply for in-state tuition rates for Fall 2011 classesFall tuition deadline (Monday)Last day to drop a course with no grade assigned and full tuition refund(Session 1 and 2 classes) (Friday)Beginning of period to withdraw with grade ‘W’ assigned (Session 1 and 2 classes) (no instructor signature required)(Saturday)Labor Day holiday (no classes) (Monday)Last day to register or add classes (Session 1 and 2 classes) (Tuesday). Last day to designate a course for audit, pass/failcredit or exercise any other grade option (Tuesday)Last day to withdraw and receive one-half tuition refund or credit (Friday)Last day to withdraw from session 2 classes without instructor’s signature (grade “W” assigned) (Friday)Fall Holiday (no classes) (Saturday-Tuesday)Session 2 classes end (Wednesday)Session 3 classes begin (Thursday)Deadline to drop Session 3 classes with no gradeLast day to withdraw from Session 1 classes without instructor’s signature(grade “W” assigned) (Tuesday)Spring 2012 preregistration (electronic time ticket required) (Monday-Friday)Spring 2012 open registration begins (no time ticket required) (Saturday)Last day to withdraw from Session 3 classes without instructor’s signature (grade “W” assigned) (Tuesday)Thanksgiving Holiday (no classes) (Wednesday-Sunday)Deadline to apply for May 2012 graduation (Tuesday)Classes end (Friday). Approved or completed dissertations due in Registrar’s Office forDecember 2011 graduates.Exams begin (Saturday)Exams end (Friday). Approved, completed copies of masters’ theses due in Registrar’s Office forDecember 2011 graduates.Fall Commencement (Saturday)46 Your First Semester

Academic IntegrityWe all know that buying a term paper online or copying someoneelse’s work and turning it in as your own is dishonest. Failing togive credit in your paper for someone else’s words or ideas, evenif you didn’t use an exact quote, is considered plagiarism. Theseexamples highlight different forms of academic dishonesty, andacademic dishonesty is a big deal in college.As a student, you are expected to be familiar with the standardsof academic honesty. These standards may be different from whatthey were in high school or even at another college or universityyou previously attended. The University’s academic dishonestypolicy may be found in the Student Disciplinary Policies & Procedures,located online at http://studentaffairs.odu.edu/oscai.When you applied to the University, you signed an Honor Pledgeand agreed to abide by the Honor Code. You are expected toseek out information about citation methods and communicatewith faculty members to ensure you understand expectations asthey relate to appropriate academic conduct.Plagiarism:The issue of plagiarism has received considerable attention inrecent years. While few students engage in intentional plagiarism,some students may inadvertently plagiarize due to a failureto understand the appropriate conventions of citation and/or aninability to paraphrase another author’s work into their own distinctvoice.In general, you should make sure that all written work submittedfor academic credit contains appropriate citations and referencesaccording to a recognized citation style (such as APA, MLA orChicago Manual of Style). Tutors in ODU’s Writing Tutorial Services(http://al.odu.edu/wts/) may give you training in citation.You’re also encouraged to visit any of the resources noted on theStudent Conduct and Academic Integrity resource page (http://studentaffairs.odu.edu/oscai/adstudentresources.pdf).Unauthorized Collaboration Defined:“Unauthorized collaboration” means working with others onassignments that will be submitted for a grade without the explicitpermission of the instructor. This rule applies to any academicactivity, such as in-class or take-home tests, papers, labs orhomework assignments. You may not collaborate without facultyauthorization, and you should never assume you have permissionto collaborate, even if an instructor has previously given permissionon a different academic activity.Examples of Collaboration:• Jointly calculating homework problems• Having someone help rewrite a paper• Sharing sources for a take-home exam• Working in a group on a lab assignment• “Debugging” another’s computer program• Checking homework answers with othersWhen faculty prohibit collaboration, or when they don’t expresslyauthorize collaboration, you are expected to work independently.Can the Rules of Collaboration Differ from OneCourse to the Next?Yes. Collaboration may be permitted in one class, and forbiddenin another, because faculty have different teaching methodsand goals in designing assignments. Some focus on importantlessons learned from working individually, while others encouragestudents to solve problems together. Working alone builds students’individual skills, knowledge and confi dence and permits a moreaccurate evaluation of each student’s weaknesses and achievements.Collaboration, on the other hand, provides teamworkexperience: students learn from answering each other’s questions,sharing strategies and providing mutual encouragement. Studentsneed both experiences — working independently and collaboratively-- to prepare themselves for their chosen career fi elds, but it isthe discretion of the faculty to permit or forbid collaboration.Instructors may permit students to collaborate on some assignments,but not on others (for example, the fi rst two problem setsonly). Or, instructors may permit students to work together on theearly stages of a project or lab, but require the fi nal write-up to bein the student’s own words. It may be okay for students to discussgeneral concepts of a homework task, but then be required tocalculate the fi nal answer on their own. If you’re not sure whereto draw the line—ask!47

How Do I Know Which Rules Apply?• Read the syllabus, review the course website, and follow assignmentinstructions.• If you’re not sure, ask the instructor. Or call the Offi ce of StudentConduct & Academic Integrity for assistance with understandingthe rules.• When in doubt, remember the Honor Code requires students towork alone unless they have permission.• Students may consult tutors about pending work, as long as thetutor only identifi es errors or demonstrates sample problems thatare not part of the assignment. The tutor may not fi x mistakes,rewrite papers, or do homework for the student.• Students may study together for tests and discuss concepts, readingsand notes to help them learn the material, provided thefaculty member hasn’t prohibited such activities.Conclusion:For more information about the University’s policy on academicdishonesty, consult the Student Disciplinary Policies and Procedures,available online at http://studentaffairs.odu.edu/oscai.Honor Pledge:I pledge to support the Honor System of Old Dominion University.I will refrain from any form of academic dishonesty or deception,such as cheating or plagiarism. I am aware that as a memberof the academic community it is my responsibility to turn in allsuspected violations of the Honor Code. I will report to a hearingif summoned.Undergraduate Research ProgramHave you considered involvement in faculty-mentored, undergraduateresearch? Doing research prepares you to be competitive fortop graduate programs and research related careers. It also helpsyou acquire valuable, hands-on training of the research techniquesand methods in your fi eld of study, and hone your writing,reasoning, and informed decision-making skills. The UndergraduateResearch Program is an initiative of the Offi ce of AcademicAffairs and the Honors College designed to promote, supportand fund the involvement of undergraduate students in ODU’sactive research community. These programs are open to all ODUstudents in good academic standing.Types of Programs Include:• Grants to support student research projects• Travel funds for student travel to present work at national professionalconferences• An annual research symposium where students present theirwork to the campus research community• An online undergraduate research journal• For more information, visit http://www.odu.edu/ao/honors/urp/.Honor Code:We, the students of Old Dominion University, aspire to be honestand forthright in our academic endeavors. Therefore, we willpractice honesty and integrity and be guided by the tenets ofthe Monarch Creed. We will meet the challenges to be beyondreproach in our actions and our words. We will conduct ourselvesin a manner that commands the dignity and respect that we alsogive to others.48 Your First Semester

Navigatingthe CampusCampus SafetyThe ODU Police Department is astate-certifi ed law enforcement agency.Its primary responsibility is to provideprofessional police services and emergencyresponse to students, faculty,staff and visitors of the Old DominionUniversity community.The ODU Police headquarters is open24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365days a year. The department’s policeoffi cers patrol the campus groundsand have a concurrent jurisdiction with the city of Norfolk PoliceDepartment of one square mile adjacent to the campus. The ODUdepartment provides a variety of specialized crime preventionservices to the university community and its concurrent jurisdiction.Crime Prevention Services:• Bicycle Registration: This service is provided at no chargeand is available 24 hours a day. Registering your bicyclecan reduce the risk of your bicycle being stolen, and greatlyincreases the chances of your bicycle being recovered if it isstolen. For more information about registering your bicycle freeof charge, call (757) 683-3000.• Operations ID: This free service consists of engraving identifyingnumbers on valuable items (TVs, laptops, etc.) to help preventtheft or to locate items that are stolen after being marked.• Escort Service: The Escort Service operates from 5:30p.m. to 12:30 a.m. seven days a week. Summer hours mayvary. On-campus escorts are handled by student Patrol Aides.Students, faculty, staff and visitors may request escorts by callingthe Escort Service hotline at (757) 683-3477, by using thecampus emergency telephones found inside the campus buildings,or by utilizing the outdoor call boxes found both on andoff campus.• Safe Ride Courtesy Van: This program is offered to studentsfor safe transportation within a one-mile radius of the campusfrom 7:30 p.m. to 2:30 a.m. Thursday through Saturday.Students should call (757) 683-4000 during operating hours toschedule a pickup.• Call Boxes: These can be used to request assistance, reportan emergency, or to report suspicious activity on the campusand in the surrounding communities. Call boxes are illuminatedwith a blue light.• Emergency Phones: These are red emergency telephoneslocated in the hallways of campus buildings. In case of anemergency or suspicious activity, pick up the phone, give thedispatcher your name, your location, the nature of your call,where the incident occurred, and any descriptive information youobserved about individuals or vehicles involved in the incident.• Satellite Station: The Satellite Station is located in thePowhatan Apartments area. The hours of operation are Mondaythrough Thursday from 8 a.m. to midnight and Fridays from 8a.m. to 3 a.m. Services provided at the main headquarters arealso available at the Satellite Station.Campus Safety Tips:• Program the ODU Police numbers into your cell phone. Theemergency number is (757) 683-4000. The non-emergencynumber is (757) 683-4003. Report all suspicious activity toCampus Police within a timely manner.• Lock all personal property in offi ces, residences and vehicles (ifyou cannot remove them, make sure valuables are out of plainview and secured).• Park your car in well-lit areas. Use a garage if possible.• Never walk alone. Be aware of your surroundings and walkwhere sidewalks are well-lit and well-traveled.• Utilize University resources (show student ID to use them) suchas the shuttle bus, Safe Ride, Escort Services, call boxes andemergency phones.• Maintain good key and student ID card access control. Reportall lost keys and student ID cards immediately.For More Information:Daily Crime Log – a 24-hour crime information log that can befound on our website.Crime Statistics - An annual comprehensive report concerningcrime statistics and crime related information that can be found onour website.Contact Information:Police and Public Safety4516 Monarch Way(757) 683-4003www.odu.edu/police49

Important Phone NumbersAcademic Enhancement ............................. (757) 683-3259Academic Skills ......................................... (757) 683-4112Admissions ............................................... (757) 683-3685Advising and Transfer Programs .................... (757) 683-3699Army ROTC .............................................. (757) 683-3663Arts and Letters, Offi ce of the Dean ............... (757) 683-3925Athletics ................................................... (757) 683-3375Bookstore ................................................. (757) 683-0048Business and Public Administration ................ (757) 683-3520Undergraduate AdvisingCampus Information Center ......................... (757) 683-5914Card Center ............................................. (757) 683-3508Career Management Center ........................ (757) 683-4388Center for Major Exploration ...................... (757) 683-3700(advising exploratory students)Center for Service and Civic Engagement ...... (757) 683-6948Computing and Communications Services ...... (757) 683-3192Counseling Services ................................... (757) 683-4401Customer Relations/ .................................. (757) 683-3030Administration and FinanceDining Services ......................................... (757) 683-3342Educational Accessibility ............................. (757) 683-4655Distance Learning ...................................... (757) 683-3724Education Advising .................................... (757) 683-3348Engineering and Technology Advising ........... (757) 683-5877Financial Aid ............................................ (757) 683-3683Health Sciences, Offi ce of the Dean ............ (757) 683-4960Honors College ........................................ (757) 683-4865Housing and Residence Life ........................ (757) 683-4283Intercultural Relations ................................. (757) 683-4406International Programs ................................ (757) 683-4419International Student and Scholar Services ...... (757) 683-4756Library ..................................................... (757) 683-4178Military Activities ....................................... (757) 683-4473Military Science and Leadership/ ................. (757) 683-3663Army ROTCMilitary Student Services (press option 5) ...... (757) 683-4425Naval Science/NROTC ............................. (757) 683-4744New Student and Parent Programs................ (757) 683-3428Parking and Transportation Services .............. (757) 683-4004Police (emergency line) ............................... (757) 683-4000Police (non-emergency line) ......................... (757) 683-4003Recreational Sports .................................... (757) 683-3384Registrar .................................................. (757) 683-4425Sciences, Offi ce of the Dean ....................... (757) 683-3274Student Activities and Leadership .................. (757) 683-3446Student Affairs........................................... (757) 683-3442Student Health Services .............................. (757) 683-3132Student Ombudsperson Services .................. (757) 683-3442Student Organizations ................................ (757) 683-3446Student Support Services ............................ (757) 683-3582Ted Constant Convocation Center ............... (757) 683-5762Testing ..................................................... (757) 683-3697Transfer Student Center .............................. (757) 683-3712Tutoring and Academic Skills ...................... (757) 683-6396Women’s Center ...................................... (757) 683-4109Shuttle BusThe Offi ce of Parking and Transportation Services operates shuttlebuses for students, faculty and staff. Bus route cards containingstops, approximate pickup/drop-off times, hours of operation, andthe route maps are available online at http://www.odu.edu/af/parking/transportation/shuttle.shtml.Monarch Loop: This loop services the perimeter of campus and allthe residence halls. A bus leaves Whitehurst, Gresham and theDistrict every 5-7 minutes, starting at 7:30 a.m. The designatedroute takes approximately 20-25 minutes to complete.MacArthur Loop: This loop takes you to downtown Norfolk andMacArthur Mall. A bus will leave Monarch Inn every hour on thehour going to the mall. The bus will leave the mall on the half-hour.The designated route takes approximately 60 minutes to complete.Kroger/Walmart Loop: This loop takes you off campus to goshopping for groceries and other supplies. The designated routetakes approximately 60 minutes to complete.50 Your First Semester

Traveling Hampton RoadsNuRide, Zipcars, and HRT are all ways that allow students whodon’t have cars to get around when they need it.NuRide:NuRide is the nation’s fi rst ride-sharing network that rewards youevery time you share a ride. For every 10 rides, you’ll receive$10 gift cards to places like T.G.I. Friday’s and Old Navy.NuRide enables you to electronically link up with other riders/drivers and make arrangements to share the ride (whether you’relooking for a ride or offering one). Getting started is easy. Just signup for a free account at www.nuride.com. Use your ODU emailaddress.Zipcars:What is a Zipcar? It’s wheels when you want them. We’veparked Zipcars on campus. All you have to do is decide whereyou want to go and when. Zipcar’s cutting-edge technologymeans you can reserve your car online, or on your mobile device,24/7. Low hourly rates include gas, insurance and 180 miles perday.Where can I find Zipcars? Cars are parked all aroundcampus. For specifi c locations go to http://www.zipcar.com/odu. Members from ages 18 to 20 can use the Zipcars that liveon campus. Members ages 21+ also have access to thousands ofZipcars around the country.What does it cost to join? Students, faculty and staff canjoin Zipcar for only $35/year! University partners also enjoy a$35 driving credit in their fi rst month of membership.How do I learn more and sign up? Visit Zipcar online atwww.zipcar.com/odu. For general Zipcar information, pleasevisit www.zipcar.com/how/faqs. Students under 21 can learnmore about our program for 18- to 20-year-olds at www.zipcar.com/universities.Hampton Roads Transit (HRT):In conjunction with ODU, HRT offers free local bus service forstudents enrolled at the Norfolk Campus. The free ride program isdesigned to assist Norfolk campus students, faculty and staff to getto and from the University. The service is provided seven days aweek. Bus cards are effective July through December and Januarythrough June.To receive a bus card as a student, you must:• Present a valid student ID card at Parking Services.• The card is free.• Please inform the Parking Services staff if your card is lost orstolen. There is a replacement charge for the card and only tworeplacement cards are sold to a person.• Please call HRT at (757) 222-6100 to receive information onbus schedules and routes or access the Internet at www.gohrt.com. Call Parking Services at (757) 683-4004 for universitybus schedules.Other Public Transportation:AirNorfolk International Airporthttp://www.norfolkairport.com/(757) 857-3200TrainAMTRAK - Newport Newshttp://www.amtrak.com(800) 872-7245BusGreyhound Bus Lines - Norfolkhttp://www.greyhound.com(757) 625-7500Money ManagementAre you concerned about budgeting? As an ODU student, youcan take advantage of CashCourse, a series of online tutorialscovering a range of fi nancial topics. The goal is to empower youto make positive and sound decisions for your fi nancial future.Tutorials Include:Financial Basics: Budgeting and fi nancial planning, overspending,banking your money, dealing with debit and creditcards, saving money, and protecting yourself from identity theft.Paying for College: Topics include fi nancial aid, repayingstudent loans, scholarships and federal aid programs, and fi nancinggraduate school.College Life: Topics include living at college, living in the digitalage, buying or leasing a car, studying abroad, and paying forfraternities and sororities.World of Work: Finding work opportunities, assessing joboffers, understanding insurance, and taxes.Economic Survival Tips: Your parents’ situation, housing duringeconomic hard times, income and employment.Want more information on fi nancial literacy? Consider enrollingin one of these courses: UNIV 100 - University Orientation, UNIV195 - Workforce Readiness, or FIN 210 - Personal FinancialLiteracy.CashCourse is available at http://www.cashcourse.org/cmc.51

Getting InvolvedWeek of WelcomeWeek of Welcome (WOW!) is a week of events and traditionsthat are designed to help you become better acquainted withcampus and make new Monarch connections. The year kicks offby connecting Monarchs through a variety of exciting social andeducational activities. WOW will take place between Aug. 25 –Sept. 3, 2011. A full schedule of events can be found at http://www.studentaffairs.odu.edu/wow.Campus TraditionsHistory of the Monarch:For many years, the athletic teams of the Norfolk Division ofthe College of William & Mary (as Old Dominion was formerlycalled) were known as the Braves. This was a derivation of theWilliam & Mary nickname, the Indians. As ODU achieved itsown four-year status and saw its enrollment surpass that of itsWilliamsburg neighbor, it was no longer suitable or acceptable tohave its teams called the Braves.The name Monarchs evokes the history of the commonwealth ofVirginia and of Old Dominion’s mother institution. The nickname“Old Dominion” was fi rst applied to the Virginia colony by KingCharles II after Virginia’s loyalty to the crown during the EnglishCivil War. Furthermore, King William III and Queen Mary II,whose patronage helped found the College of William and Maryin Virginia in 1693, ruled England at the invitation of Parliamentas “joint monarchs.”Old Dominion’s Monarch features a royal crown on a lion’s head,representing a rich history and a strong future. The mascot isknown as “Big Blue.”The University Seal:Legend has it that you should never walk across the University Seallocated on Kaufman Mall. If you do so, you will never graduatefrom ODU. Although the legend does not apply to seals placedon the fl oor of academic buildings, you’re asked to avoid walkingon them out of respect for the University.Monarch Creed:At ODU, those who become part of the community vow to followthe Monarch Creed. We know you want to be a valuablecontributor to our community, so take a minute to read through theCreed just so you know what is expected.M ake personal and academic integrity fundamental in all myendeavors;O ffer service to the University and to the community;N urture a climate of care, concern, and civility for others;A ccept responsibility for all my actions;R espect the dignity, rights, and property of all people;C ommit to the ongoing pursuit of intellectual and personaldevelopment;H eighten my awareness of individual and cultural differences andsimilarities.Alma Mater:Hail to thee our Alma MaterBlue and silver, hail!By the ocean’s billows fl yingSee them proudly sail!University young and strong,We lift our voices in this song,This our song of Alma Mater,Old Dominion, hail!Fight Song:Fight Old DominionYour courage roars!Fight Old DominionYour valor soars!Blue and silver worn with prideWe’ve got the spirit right here on our side!Hail Old DominionYour courage roars!Hail Old DominionYour valor soars!Old DominionGO BIG BLUE!Our victory lives on in YOU!52 Your First Semester

Victory for Old Dominion:Victory for Old Dominion,Tremble at our feet!Fight hard for Old Dominion!Never know defeat,Touchdown for Old Dominion (or “Stand Tall for Old Dominion”)Silver and the Blue,On-Ward-To VictoryFor the Sons of ODU! (or “For our Dear Ol’ ODU”)Victory for Old Dominion,Tremble at our feet!Fight hard for Old Dominion!Never know defeat,Touchdown for Old Dominion (or “Stand Tall for Old Dominion”)Silver and the Blue,On-Ward-To Victory(cheer)O-D-U!(drum break)M-O-N-A-R-C-H-S!*Alternate lyrics are used for sports other than football.Spirit Fridays:Spirit Friday is a tradition that began by word of mouth andeventually was enacted by former President Roseann Runte andresolved by the Student Senate. All members of the Universitycommunity are asked to wear either school colors (blue and silver)or ODU apparel every Friday regardless if they are on or offcampus.Painting of the Paws:During this annual tradition, you’re invited to come and paint/touch up the paws on the sidewalks of campus. Big Blue hastraveled the campus extensively and left his mark at various buildingsand residence halls. To show the beauty of different areas ofcampus, we help preserve these paws so students can see wherethe Monarchs roam while at Old Dominion University.Monarch Maniacs:Experience the spirit and excitement of Monarch pride! TheMonarch Maniacs are students (undergraduate and graduate)who want to be more than just casual fans. This organization is forenergetic students who want to show their Monarch pride by gettinginvolved and supporting ODU athletic and campus events.Through a $20 membership fee, you will be able to receivemultiple benefi ts, including:• Early entry for football and basketball games• Two offi cial Maniac shirts• Giveaways at football and basketball games exclusive toManiacs• Membership card, which provides discounts at sponsoredvendors in the Norfolk area53

• Priority seating for road trips to select away games• Away game television viewing partiesIf you want to show your school spirit by getting involved, simplyfi ll out the online application and return it to the Offi ce of StudentActivities and Leadership in Webb Center. Your $20 membershipfee must be submitted with the application - cash or check only(checks should be made out to Old Dominion University). For moreinformation, call (757) 683-3446 or email monarchmaniacs@odu.edu.ODU Lingo:Activity Hour - 12:30 p.m. -1:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays(no classes held)BAL - Batten Arts and Letters BuildingBlackboard - Course management system (contains syllabi,assignments, etc.)Campus Chaos - Annual spring concert eventCIC - Campus Information Center (front lobby of Webb Center)CME - Center for Major ExplorationCMC - Career Management CenterCyber Loft - A computer lab in the North Mall of Webb Center(upstairs)Greek Week - Celebration of fraternities and sororitiesHouse of Blue - Food court area in the South Mall of WebbCenterLeo - Leo Online, our course registration systemLearning Commons - Collaborative student environment at thePerry LibraryKaufman Mall - Lawn in front of Webb Center (features thefountain)Mace and Crown - Student newspaper (online and print)Main Street - Student organization fair each fallMGB - Mills Godwin Life Sciences BuildingMonarch Market - A convenience store in Webb CenterMonarch Roar - A rant posted in the Mace and CrownmyODU Portal - Access to online servicesNorth Cafeteria - Cafeteria in Webb Center near Chick-Fil-ANorth Mall - Lobby on the north end of Webb Center (byStarbucks)OSAL - Offi ce of Student Activities and LeadershipPAW - Programs All WeekendSAC - Student Activities CouncilSouth Mall - Lobby on the south end of Webb Center (by foodcourt)SRC - Student Recreation CenterThe C-Store - A convenience store in Whitehurst and GreshamHallsThe Caf - Cafe 1201 in Webb CenterThe District - Off-campus apartment complex near campusThe POD - A convenience store/eatery in the Quad and theVillageThe Quad - A cluster of residence halls including Virginia, Ireland,France, Dominion, Scotland, and England housesThe Ted - Ted Constant Convocation CenterThe Village - On-campus apartments and shops on the eastside of campusU-Center - A working space for student organizations andstudent leaders in Webb CenterWODU - Campus radio stationAthletic TicketsIf you’ve paid the student activity fee, you’re admitted free to allODU athletic events with your student ID card and a ticket. Studentguest tickets are available on a limited basis for football andbasketball games ($10 for football and $5 for basketball). Guesttickets can only be purchased at the Ted Constant ConvocationCenter box offi ce, and are limited to one guest ticket per ID. Studenttickets are non-transferable. The resale or attempted resale ofthe ticket at a higher price than appearing on the ticket is groundsfor seizure, with the ticket being voided without compensation.Tickets which are lost, stolen and counterfeit or obtained from anunauthorized source will be voided.For complete information on athletic tickets, including dates availablefor pickup or purchase, please visit http://studentaffairs.odu.edu/osal/information/ticketpolicies.shtml.Office of Student Activitiesand Leadership (OSAL)College is your opportunity to succeed. OSAL is here to help youthrive and succeed in your college life. We accomplish this byproviding multiple resources, information, opportunities for campusinvolvement, training and advisement, and educational and socialprogramming.We want each student to get involved on campus. Gettinginvolved is a great way to meet people, enhance your leadershipskills, fi nd your niche, and make a difference. Our offi ce overseesstudent organizations, leadership opportunities, fraternity and54 Your First Semester

sorority life, programming and special events, event management,traditions and school spirit, and the Campus Information Center.These areas provide multiple opportunities for you to fi nd whatinterests you and make the most of your college experience.So join one of over 200 student organizations, volunteer andmake a difference, learn to be a leader, participate in activities,go to programs, and show that Monarch Pride! This is your opportunityto make the most of your college experience!Contact Information:1071 Webb Center(757) 683-3446studentaffairs.odu.edu/OSALCenter for Service andCivic EngagementThe Center for Service and Civic Engagement assists you infi nding creative opportunities to give back and get involved inthe local and global communities. The center houses contactinformation for a majority of the nonprofi ts in the Hampton Roadsarea, provides listings of current opportunities available, and hasknowledgeable staff that is ready to assist you or your studentorganization in fi nding or organizing service/civic engagementevents on and off campus. In addition, the center coordinates severalservice opportunities throughout the year, such as FreshmanService Experience, Alternative Breaks, Relay for Life, The JingleBell Run/Walk and Blue Goes Green Week.Contact Information:(757) 683-6948volunteer@odu.eduOffice of Intercultural RelationsThe Offi ce of Intercultural Relations (OIR) is committed to creatinga campus community that values and supports the cultural identitiesof each of our members. Through education and training, OIRcreates opportunities that develop and enhance internal skills andcompetencies that foster an inclusive environment. Our programs,activities and events not only present unique and entertainingcultural experiences and celebrations, but also cultivate a climateof awareness, understanding, and respect of diverse individualsand groups.The Intercultural Center:Located on the second fl oor of Webb Center, the Intercultural Centerserves as a cultural hub for students and faculty. With its fullymediated and functional design, visitors can relax in plush seatingwhile reading books from our library or watching programs andDVDs on one of the 46” plasma televisions. You have access tothe computer area, can learn a new language with our RosettaStone programs, or have a group study session. The InterculturalCenter is not only a study or work space, it is also an area whereyou can relax, have friends connect around our wide array ofinternational board games or the Wii. When you enter theIntercultural Center, you never know who you will meet but it willalways be an exciting cultural connection.Diversity Institute:The Diversity Institute (DI) enhances awareness, commitment,knowledge and skills that are needed to develop leaders aschange agents in a culturally diverse world. Semester-longsessions include modules and cultural learning labs that train participantson how to operate in a diverse multicultural and globalsetting. In addition to developing communication skills neededin a pluralistic society and expanding your world view, DI is anexcellent resume-builder. For more information, visit the DiversityInstitute site at http://studentaffairs.odu.edu/oir/DIVEINwebsite/.International Student Programming:As citizens of a new, global community, it is imperative that wehave the skills to navigate diverse settings and successfully interactwith others. Therefore, OIR is committed to the academic, socialand cultural support of the international student population, aswell as providing opportunities for domestic students to enhancetheir own cultural competency. OIR strives to sustain a vibrantinternational student community by providing an array of services,such as arrival assistance, orientation support, on- and off-campusactivities, and social networking opportunities. Additionally, OIRactively encourages international-domestic student relationshipsby providing cultural programs and events such as International/American Connection, International Flavors, International EducationWeek, and Chit Chat and Chew (informal food and discussionsessions). Thus, programs, workshops, activities and eventsare designed so that participants will be prepared for successfulintegration into today’s real world.Contact Information:2109 Webb Centerhttp://studentaffairs.odu.edu/oir(757) 683-4406oir@odu.eduRecreation and WellnessODU Recreation and Wellness offers facilities and programs likenever before. Recreation and wellness are about allowing yourmind to thrive in a charged atmosphere, where life overfl ows withactivity, sport and movement of all kinds. Fitness, wellness, adventure,sport club and intramural programs ... whatever moves you,you can fi nd it here. Recreation and Wellness offers programs,55

facilities and services for students, faculty and staff to promotehealthy and active lifestyles.Facility:The Student Recreation Center is located in the heart of campus.The new state-of-the-art facility is the hub of all sport, wellness andfi tness activity. The facility features:• Hardwood gym• Multipurpose courts• Indoor swimming pool• 15,000 sq. ft. multi-level workout space with cardio, strengthand free weights• Indoor running track• 3 group exercise studios• Cycling studio• 3 racquetball courts• WiFi• Einstein Bagels• University Fitness Center (UFC)• Outdoor fi eldPrograms Include:• Fitness• Group Fitness Classes• Group Cycling Classes• Yoga and Pilates Classes• Dance Classes to include: Zumba, Hip Hop, Bollywood andmore• Water Fitness Classes• Personal Training• Fitness Assessments• Fitness Incentive and Challenge ProgramsAquatics:• Lap Swimming• Red Cross Lifeguard Certifi cation Courses• Red Cross CPR/AED/First Aid Certifi cation Courses• Red Cross Group Swim or Private Swim LessonsIntramurals:Basketball, indoor soccer, softball, fl ag football, rock climbing andvolleyball, leagues kickball, fl ag football, wallyball, racquetball,badminton and table tennis tournamentsSpecial EventsOutdoor Adventure Program:• Climbing Wall• Challenge Course• Adventure Trips• Leadership Program• Outdoor Adventure Center with rental equipment andBike Center56 Your First Semester

Sport Clubs:Competitive clubs include: basketball, baseball, fi eld hockey,golf, ice hockey, lacrosse, rowing/crew, rugby, soccer, Fast PitchSoftball, tennis, Ultimate Frisbee and volleyballInstructional clubs include: Aikido, fencing, judo, karate doh androck climbingContact Information:4700 Powhatan Avenue(757) 683-3384http://studentaffairs.odu.edu/recsports/Study AbroadHave you ever wanted to explorethe Great Barrier Reef or walkaround Stonehenge? ODU studentsdo, and can! You shouldconsider studying abroad for asummer, semester or full year aspart of your academic experience.Study abroad can enhanceany major by challenging students to adapt to a new academicsystem and to infuse their studies with a global perspective. Inaddition, the culture and language learning opportunities offeredby study abroad are unparalleled.Approved courses that are taken abroad are fully transferable toyour academic program, and students can take courses to meetmajor, minor or general education requirements. Arrangementscan also be made for credit-bearing internships, or volunteer andwork abroad programs. Students who qualify for fi nancial aid cancontinue to use this aid while earning credit abroad.You can learn more about seeing the world while earning yourdegree by attending a variety of workshops, seminars and theStudy Abroad fair. This is truly a life-altering experience. Seewhere ODU students have been by visiting http://www.odu.edu/ao/oip/studyabroad/.Other ResourcesCampus InformationCenter (C.I.C.)Located on the fi rst fl oor of Webb Center in the main lobby, theC.I.C. provides students and the community with informationabout organizations, activities, class offerings and policies. Inaddition, the C.I.C. provides the following products, services andresources:• Basketball and football tickets (ODU student tickets only)• Student organization event tickets• Stamps• Free DVD movie rentals• HRT bus schedules and maps• Car assistance - battery boosters, jumper cables, and Fix-a-Flat• Semester locker rentals• Campus maps• University forms• Vending machine refunds• Off-campus housing informationContact Information:(757) 683-5914http://studentaffairs.odu.edu/osal/cic/Counseling ServicesCounseling is a unique, confi dential and collaborative relationshipbetween a trained helper and a person seeking help in whichboth the skills of the helper and the atmosphere created assistpeople with learning to relate to themselves and others in healthierways. Although you may handle many things on your own,sometimes a little outside help or a different and more objectivepoint of view can help you with putting your problems in perspectiveand handling them more effectively. At Counseling Services,individual, couple and group counseling are available to help youwith personal, academic and career concerns.Counseling is not only for people with “problems.” Many people,including highly successful ones, fi nd signifi cant benefi ts in counseling.These benefi ts include increasing self-awareness, maximizingpotential, and making the overall college experience moreproductive and meaningful.Services:We provide short-term, solution-focused counseling to studentswho are experiencing mental health concerns that may be interferingwith their personal development and ability to be successful.Services do not include intense treatment of severe, chronic orlong-term mental illness or mental health problems and medicationmanagement. We can help with referrals for private mental healthcare in the local area. Call or come by Counseling Services tomake an initial consultation appointment. All counseling servicesare provided at no charge.Contact Information:1526 Webb Center(757) 683.4401http://www.studentaffairs.odu.edu/counseling57

BaptistBaptist Collegiate MinistriesRev. Emilie Morrison1410 W. 49th St.odubsu@verizon.nethttp://orgs.odu.edu/bsu/(757) 489-7962Campus Crusade for ChristBrian Barnett(757) 660-8601Campus ImpactRev. Kevin Tremper1127 Surrey CrescentKevin@crossroadsnorfolk.comwww.crcnorfolk.com(757) 667-0633CatholicCatholic Campus MinistryMs. Geri Jones, Campus Minister1306 W. 49th St.geri@ccm.hrcoxmail.comwww.oduccm.org(757) 440-9065Episcopal/LutheranRev. David LassalleCanterbury Episcopal Center1526 W. 49th St.padre2@verizon.net(757) 489-9096 or (757) 489-2533Global Student Friendship (Tabernacle Church)Kathy Hardisonkhardison@tabchurch.org(757) 583-8854Hampton Roads Church Student FellowshipDave Blileydbliley@gmail.comwww.hamptonroadschurch.org(757) 235-4037JewishHillelShikma Gurvitz5000 Corporate Woods Drive, Suite 200Virginia Beach, VA 23462www.jewishva.org/hillel(757) 321-2329International Student Christian FellowshipRev. Dr. Gopal Kunji KananP. O. Box 05427Virginia Beach, VA 23464gkanan@cox.net(757) 689-0504Intervarsity Christian FellowshipKristen Wilkinsonkristen_wilkinson@ivstaff.orghttp://www.oduiv.org(757) 581-4718IslamIslamic Student CenterAshraff Kareem1442 W. 49th St.www.msaodu.comashraffkareem@hotmail.com(757) 589-1845MethodistRev. John Haynes Jr.United Methodist, Tidewater Wesley Foundation, ODU WesleyHouse1338 W. 49th St.jbhaynes@odu.edu(757) 440-1424Student Lounge: (757) 200-2869PresbyterianRev. Linda RaineyUniversity Presbyterian Ministry1338 W. 49th St.http://www.upm-peva.org/lrainey@cox.net(757) 961-089259

Family and FriendsFamily ConnectionFamily members are invited to join the University’s Parents’Association. This organization allows parents to become moreinvolved with Old Dominion University by receiving newslettersand invitations to attend parents’ meetings. If you entered youremail address on your student’s Preview reservation, you’ll receiveinformation about the Parents’ Association. If you didn’t and you’dlike to get involved, please contact us.Contact Information:New Student and Parent Programs1101 Webb Center(757) 683-3428; familyconnection@odu.eduhttp://uc.odu.edu/familyconnection/Family WeekendFamily Weekend (Sept. 30-Oct. 2, 2011) is a special opportunityfor each student’s family to become better acquainted with theOld Dominion University campus and all it has to offer. Eventsduring the weekend include a football game, pregame party, President’sbrunch, tours and more. While ODU students are admittedfor free, there is a $30 per person fee for family members to helpdefray the cost for these events (football tickets are an additional$12 per person). Beginning on Aug. 1, 2011, please visit ourwebsite to register, view the schedule of events, and plan yourweekend according to your interests: http://studentaffairs.odu.edu/osal/spirit/familyweekend.shtmlContact Information:Nicole ZelaznyOffi ce of Student Activities and Leadership(757) 683-3446; nzelazny@odu.edu60 Your First Semester

Communicating With YourStudentDid you know that college students are in contact with their parentsan average of 13.4 times per week? How can you achievea level of communication and involvement that benefi ts both youand your student? Here’s what some veteran parents have told us:• Before classes begin, decide together how often to talk.• Be mindful of who is initiating the communication. Let yourstudent take the lead!• Before you pick up the phone or text, decide who will benefi tfrom the call.• Know how to recognize and respond to venting. Don’t rush tosolve the problem.• Know the resources at ODU and encourage your student to usethem! ODU wants your student to succeed!“There are only two lasting bequests we hope to give our children.One of these is roots, the other wings.”- Hodding Carter, JournalistRelease of Student InformationThe Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA)is a federal law designed to protect the privacy of educationrecords. The law provides guiding principles to educational institutionsfor appropriate use and release of student education records.Students are the “owner” of their education records. The institutionis the “custodian” of each student’s educational records.FERPA rights are granted to any student in attendance (regardlessof age) and former students.Families are familiar with routine access to student informationduring the K-12 years but when the student becomes 18 years oldor enrolls in a higher education institution, regardless of age, thestudent becomes the owner of the records and must be consultedin advance of granting access to family members.Parental Access to Students’ EducationalRecords:“Student” refers to a person who has reached the age of 18 or isattending an institution of post-secondary education. The right toinspect records is limited solely to the student. Records may bereleased to parents only if:• The student gives written permission each time the student’sinformation is provided• Evidence is submitted that the parents declare the student asa dependent on their most recent federal income tax form(Form-1040). Proof of dependency is required. Submit a copyof the federal Form-1040 cover page for the prior tax-reportingyear demonstrating dependency of the student to the Registrar’sOffi ce.If you, as a parent, want information about your student’sacademic progress or education records, consider doing thefollowing:• Engage in open dialogue with your student• If possible, ask your student to meet in-person with their academicadvisor or another professional from the University who ischarged with supporting your student’s success at the institution• If an in-person meeting is not feasible, suggest meeting via telephonewith the professionals mentioned above, as your studentsits with that person.Contact Information:Office of the University Registrar116 Rollins Hall(757) 683-4425; register@odu.eduhttp://www.odu/edu/registrar61

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New Student and Parent Programshttp://www.odu.edu/preview757.683.3428preview@odu.edu