Welcome to Juniata
Greetings! My wife, Jennifer, and I are excited to welcome you as a new member of the Juniata community, and we very much look forward to your many contributions. We want to help you make a successful transition to college life and our community.
This booklet guides you through some important next steps as you begin your college journey and will help answer your questions. Please do not hesitate to contact any Juniata staff if you have questions or need assistance.
We look forward to seeing you at Orientation. Please introduce yourself to us, as we want to partner with you in making your experience meaningful.
Warm regards,
James A. Troha, Ph.D. President
814-641-3101
presoffice@juniata.edu
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Office of Campus and Residential Life
(questions related to new student transitions, orientation, campus housing, and general inquiries)
814-641-3323
campuslife@juniata.edu
Learning Services
(questions related to academic success)
814-641-3150
learningservices@juniata.edu
Office of Financial Planning
(questions related to financial aid)
814-641-3142
1-877-JUNIATA (toll free)
financialplanning@juniata.edu
Bursar’s Office
(questions related to billing and payments)
814-641-3188
bursarsoffice@juniata.edu
Registration & Academic Advising (questions related to academic advising and course registration, AP scores, and college transcripts)
814-641-3165
advising@juniata.edu
Student Accessibility Services
(questions related to disability services, academic or housing accommodations, and assistive technologies)
814-641-5840
accessibility@juniata.edu
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ACCOUNT SETUP
Moving ahead, important communication will be sent to your new Juniata email account. Set up your EagleNet account using the enclosed guide from Campus Technology Services and be sure to check your email regularly.
FINANCIAL PLANNING AND BILLING
Review the enclosed financial planning and billing guide. As you plan for financing your Juniata education, make certain that you have received your Financial Aid Letter, which details all aid resources available to you. If you have not received this letter, contact the office of Student Financial Planning at financialplanning@juniata.edu or 814-641-3142.
Using your Juniata user name and password, review your bill on CASHnet. Instructions for accessing CASHnet can be found in the financial planning and billing guide. In CASHnet, you can authorize others, like your parents or guardians, to have access to your billing information, and you can also set up a monthly payment plan.
After June 15, you should waive medical insurance through the College if you have other insurance coverage. The waiver must be completed at www.rcmdstudentbenefits.com by August 30, to have the charge for the College’s medical insurance removed from your bill.
ADVISING AND COURSE REGISTRATION
At Juniata, you partner with two advisors, both of whom are college faculty or staff members. One focuses on your Program of Emphasis, while the other guides you through the general education curriculum. Both help you design an educational plan encompassing classes, co-curricular options, and other opportunities that help you achieve your academic and career goals.
To prepare for your first semester as a Juniata student, be sure to:
• Complete your New Student Advising Questionnaire. We will be sending you this online form so our advisors can build your first semester class schedule just for you. Watch your Juniata email on May 15 for the form and then be sure to submit it by May 31.
• Visit the First Year Academics page at www.juniata.edu/orientation, where you will find instructions for submitting AP scores and college transcripts from other institutions and taking the world language placement test as applicable.
You will receive your customized class schedule in mid-June. You will be able to work with an advisor to answer any questions about your schedule and make changes if desired.
EAGLES SOAR ONLINE MODULE
Beginning June 1, you will need to complete our online orientation module. This module will help you to learn much of what you will need to know to be successful as a Juniata student. You will be introduced to our online learning platforms, start diving into our academic philosophy, learn more about our campus housing, meals, and clubs, and get some insider tips and tricks for being an Eagle! This online module should be completed by August 1.
ORIENTATION
Summer Orientation is a required experience to help you make a great start as a Juniatian! Orientation will incorporate opportunities for you to build social connections with your peers, meet and connect with Juniata faculty, and arrange for your first semester on campus. We invite students, families, and supporters to all join us for orientation.
If you are an international student, you will participate in our international student orientation immediately preceding Inbound and Welcome Week in August. This orientation session will have opportunities specific to transitioning to Huntingdon and Juniata.
You must register for the orientation date of your choice at Juniata.edu/orientation no later than 2 weeks prior to your desired date.
Summer Orientation Dates:
Friday, June 23
Friday, July 14
Friday, August 4
International Student Orientation:
Thursday, August 17–Saturday, August 19
COMMUNITY SERVICE
KAYAKING CAMPING
HORSEBACK RIDING
INBOUND
Beginning March 15, you can register for an Inbound retreat. During Inbound, you will be able to begin your social transition to Juniata College by getting to know a small group of fellow first-year students and returning student leaders by exploring shared interests and diving into Juniata’s experiential education. You might choose to camp at Raystown Lake, explore the area’s art museums, work with your classmates to make it through a high ropes course, or engage with the Huntingdon community through service.
Inbound is a required activity for students. Retreat specific information and registration is available at juniata.edu/ orientation.
Session 1: Fri., July 14–Sun., July 16
Session 2: Sun., Aug. 20–Tues., Aug. 22
ROCK CLIMBING
GAMING
HOUSING
Beginning June 1, please complete the New Student Housing Application and Roommate Profile Form through Eagles Nook, our housing software. Applications are due July 1. Please take time to accurately fill out the form because housing assignments are based on the preferences that you indicate in your application. Our staff will work diligently to match you with someone with similar living preferences. Housing assignments will be sent to your Juniata email account at the beginning of August. Find instructions for completing housing request information at juniata.edu/orientation.
DINING
All residential students have access to dining seven days a week. Commuter students wishing to purchase a meal plan can do so through Eagles Nook. Your meal plan will be loaded onto your Juniata Gold Card and ready for you to use when you move into your residence hall in August.
STUDENT ACCOMMODATIONS
If you need academic or housing accommodations related to a documented disability or learning difference, visit the Student Accessibility Services website at juniata.edu/student-accessibility to get more information on the process. If you have further questions, please email accessibility@juniata.edu or call 814-641-5840.
REGISTERING YOUR VEHICLE
If you would like to have your vehicle on campus, you will want to register your vehicle beginning August 1. The cost for having a vehicle on campus is $125 for students for the academic year. Register your vehicle at juniata.edu/offices/security/.
STUDENT HEALTH FORMS
Student Health Forms are required for students prior to the start of classes. You should complete the first page. The remaining pages outlining your immunization history and a health evaluation need to be completed by a physician. Completed Health Forms can be mailed via the business reply envelope enclosed or returned at Summer Orientation. Health Forms are enclosed in this packet or can be downloaded at juniata.edu/orientation. Student Health Forms must be returned no later than August 1.
NEW STUDENT CHECKLIST
☐ Setup your new Juniata email account immediately upon receipt of this packet.
☐ Submit your New Student Advising Questionnaire by May 31.
☐ Register for Summer Orientation two weeks prior to your desired date.
☐ Complete your New Student Housing Application and Roommate Profile by July 1.
☐ Complete your Eagles SOaR Online Orientation and Resources Module by August 1.
☐ Complete and submit fully completed Student Health Forms by August 1.
☐ Review your student bill in CASHnet and setup a payment plan as needed by August 7.
☐ Register for Inbound at least 2 weeks prior to your desired retreat date.
☐ Register your vehicle beginning August 1.
☐ Review your Financial Aid Letter.
☐ Request student accommodations through the Student Accessibility Office if desired.
☐ Submit your AP scores, college transcripts from other institutions, and take any world placement exams as applicable.
☐ Complete your new student online training modules prior to arriving on campus.
Important Dates
June 23 Friday Summer Orientation 1
July 14 Friday Summer Orientation 2
14–16 Friday–Sunday Inbound Session 1
Aug. 4 Friday Summer Orientation 3
16–17 Wednesday–Thursday International Student Move-In
20 Sunday New Student Move-In for Inbound Session 2 Attendees
20–22 Sunday–Tuesday Inbound Session 2
22 Tuesday New Student Move-In for All Other First Year Students
22–25 Tuesday–Saturday Welcome Week
24 Thursday First Day of Classes
Sept 2 Sunday Lobsterfest Involvement Fair
Oct 12–15 Thursday–Sunday Fall Break (residence halls open)
20–22 Friday–Sunday Homecoming & Family Weekend
Nov 22–26 Wednesday–Sunday Thanksgiving Break (residence halls open)
Dec 16 Saturday Winter Recess Begins (residence halls closed)
*Move-in dates for fall athletes will be coordinated by and communicated to students by their coach.
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