Supporting Transitions 2017-2018
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WHAT’S INSIDE: Welcome to the Ram Family .................................................. 4 Principles of Community ........................................................ 6 Applying to CSU ...................................................................... 7 Orientation and Transition Programs ................................... 10 Residence Hall Move-In Checklist ......................................... 12 Housing Application Process Reminders ............................. 14 Accessing Student Records, Finances, and Information FERPA 101 ..................................................................... 16 FAMweb & RAMweb .................................................... 18 CSU eBilling ................................................................. 20 Staying Connected with Parent and Family Programs .................................................. 22 Ram Pride ................................................................................. 24 Homecoming & Family Weekend .......................................... 26 RamFam Ambassadors ........................................................... 28
Created especially for parents and families, the Parent & Family Resource Guide is a go-to source for all things important to families of current and potential CSU students. From health and wellness to community involvement, this guide will provide insight to helping your student thrive at Colorado State. Cover photo: CSU Biology student Carmen enjoys some time with her family on campus.
Campus Map ............................................................................ 30 18 Things To Do With Your Student ...................................... 32 Career Center Spotlight ......................................................... 34 Involvement and Engagement .............................................. 38 Student Diversity Programs & Services ............................... 42 Campus Safety ......................................................................... 44 CSU Healthcare ....................................................................... 46 Supporting Your Student’s Wellbeing .................................. 50 Exploring Majors ..................................................................... 52 Important University Dates .................................................... 54 Visit Fort Collins ...................................................................... 56 RamFam Preferred Partners ................................................. 58 Helpful Contact Information .................................................. 62
Publication Designer: Lilly Luke Photography: CSU Creative Services Published by: Rocky Mountain Student Media, in collaboration with Parent & Family Programs. For advertising information, call 970-491-1146
WELCOME TO TH Parents and family members of Colorado State University students are part of a network, over 100,000 strong, which proudly call themselves members of the Ram Family. We partner with you, working toward the same goal: graduation. We serve as your liaisons to the University and are available to talk with you in person, by phone, or via email. This Supporting Transitions: Parent and Family Resource Guide includes resources to support students’ transition to college. Today’s students often text or call home for assistance before they think to seek help from a campus department. We hope you will learn about these services to redirect
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your students back to campus to meet with staff members who possess unique knowledge and experience working with college students. We want to work with you to help your student learn self-advocacy and problem-solving skills so they can become engaged citizens of the world. Additionally, as a parent or family member of a current CSU student, you are automatically part of RamFam. RamFam benefits include receiving our e-newsletter, invitations to Homecoming & Family Weekend events specifically for parents and families, participating in RamFam events that take place where you live, and more! RamFam can also include ways that you,
THE RAM FAMILY as a parent or family member, may want to engage with and support parent and family members of other CSU students through writing articles for our e-newsletter or calling parents and family members of prospective CSU students. In addition to this publication, we hope you will continue on to visit our website, parentsandfamily.colostate.edu, and utilize the Supporting Transitions calendar. Don’t forget to participate in family programs during Ram Welcome (August 17-20, 2017) and Homecoming & Family Weekend (October 12-14, 2017).
We celebrate CSU families and we are your support system as you navigate the University alongside your student. If you have suggestions for additional ways to support parents and families we’d love to hear from you! Please contact us if you have questions, concerns, feedback, or if you just need a listening ear. Parenting and supporting a successful college student isn’t easy, but we value the role you play in your student’s success. Thank you for investing in your student’s future and trusting us with a treasured member of your family. We look forward to meeting you and partnering with you toward your student’s success!
John Henderson
Assistant Dean of Students/Director of Parent & Family Programs Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs 970-491-6680 John.Henderson@colostate.edu
Erin Hammersley
Coordinator for Parent & Family Programs Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs 970-491-6680 Erin.Hammersley@colostate.edu
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Principles of Community The Principles of Community support the Colorado State University mission and vision of access, research, teaching, service and engagement. A collaborative and vibrant community is a foundation for learning, critical inquiry, and discovery. Therefore, each member of the CSU community has a responsibility to uphold these principles when engaging with one another and acting on behalf of the University. Inclusion: We create and nurture inclusive
environments and welcome, value and affirm all members of our community, including their various identities, skills, ideas, talents and contributions. Integrity: We are accountable for our actions and will act ethically and honestly in all our interactions. Respect: We honor the inherent dignity of all people within an environment where we are committed to freedom of expression, critical discourse, and the advancement of knowledge.
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Service: We are responsible, individually and collectively, to give of our time, talents, and resources to promote the well-being of each other and the development of our local, regional, and global communities. Social Justice: We have the right to be treated and the responsibility to treat others with fairness and equity, the duty to challenge prejudice, and to uphold the laws, policies and procedures that promote justice in all respects.
Applying To CSU 4 ways you can help support your student in the admissions process We work hard to support your student, but as parents and families, you play a key role in the college decision process. We hope these four tips give you a starting point to take on the college search.
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Pay attention to deadlines. We hate to see students and families miss out on admissions and financial aid opportunities due to simple oversights. The easiest way to stay on top of important dates is to keep them on a calendar and schedule time to complete applications and forms. Stay current with University communications. We hope you engage with the mailings and emails that your student receives, and that you keep up-to-date on the current news at Colorado State. That means engaging with us on everything from email to social media.
Attend events together. Your perspective is important. At almost all of our events, parents and families are invited to experience campus with students and to ask questions that students may not think of. We appreciate engaging with families as well as future Rams. Listen and support. This seems pretty obvious, but it can sometimes be difficult to work cooperatively towards a family decision when the decision is as important as choosing the right university. Just remember that your student is as excited as you are about what the future might hold.
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This is an invitation to
ENGAGE
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Office of Admissions 4 ways we support students and families
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Holistic review. Colorado State is a big University, but that doesn’t mean we have to act like one. We take the time to learn about each of our students if there are any doubts about their potential success at CSU to ensure each student has the tools — in and out of the classroom — to thrive.
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Engaged counselors. Each student is assigned to an admissions counselor whose primary responsibility is to help prepare students for college. Whether that means answering questions about the Fort Collins community or advising students on how to set themselves up for admission, we’re always here for you.
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Dynamic events. Between daily information sessions offered weekdays and the variety of comprehensive visit programs throughout the year, we work hard to make sure students have the opportunities to get a sense of what Colorado State is like before they ever enroll.
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Effective outreach. We don’t want anyone to fall through the cracks. That’s why it’s a priority to communicate the right information with students at the right time. Whether a student is just beginning their college search or preparing to enroll at Colorado State, we’ll make sure they have the right information. 8 | Parent and Family Resource Guide 2017-18
success and continue to
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LOOK FORWARD to future accomplishments and to make your family a
RAM FAMILY. The Office of Admissions is more than just the front door to the University. We’re dedicated to the success of the whole student, and that includes making sure parents and families are partners in the admissions process — not passive bystanders.
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ORIENTATION AND TRANSITION PROGRAMS Becoming a Ram: Your Transition to Colorado State
Ram Orientation This is where it all begins. Ram Orientation programs are dynamic, student-centered experiences that inspire a purposeful transition into the Ram community. Ram Orientation is also when all new students meet with an academic advisor and register for classes. Ram Orientation programs are the first step toward a successful graduation, and all new students are required to attend. By intentionally immersing and connecting students and their parents and family members to the story of Colorado State, Ram Orientation fosters an emotional connection to the people, places, and ideas of the Ram community to inspire success. Within this community, students and their families learn from staff, faculty, and current students the best practices for academic and personal success as they begin the journey toward graduation. Students also have the opportunity to extend their orientation experience with one of our two extended orientation programs:
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Mountain Experience and Camp 1870. Mountain Experience is hosted at CSU’s Mountain Campus, on the edge of Rocky Mountain National Park, for our immersive Mountain Experience Outdoor Orientation Programs. Camp 1870 is an experience hosted on the CSU Main Campus where students get to engage in exciting activities focused around CSU’s spirit, history and traditions.
Ram Welcome When you arrive with your student to Colorado State at the beginning of the semester, you will be eagerly greeted by our staff of Ram Welcome Leaders to begin your next step, the Ram Welcome experience. Ram Welcome takes place during the four days prior to the beginning of classes and builds upon the Ram Orientation experience for new students and their families once they have arrived on campus. Ram Welcome is designed to assist new students with the transition to CSU by creating community, connecting new students to resources and helping new students learn what it means to be a CSU Ram! Students can look forward to engaging in exciting CSU traditions
while learning more about involvement resources and getting engaged with their academic college. Parent and family members also have the opportunity to hear from key campus resources during Ram Welcome.
Transition Programs
Year 2@CSU
As your student begins the new semester, there are a number of exciting programs designed to provide a support network, a sense of community, and academic and social mentoring. These programs are ultimately designed to empower students to get to the second year and well on their path toward graduation.
Year2@ CSU supports second year students and provides opportunities for students to enhance and maintain their connection to CSU. These programs offer students an important avenue to stay connected with the University’s resources and community to inspire success toward graduation.
Programs include: First 50 Days Transfer Programs Getting to Year 2 @CSU
Year 2 Programs include: Residential Community Outdoor Experiences Alternative Spring Break Academic Transition Workshops Lighting of the “A� Ram Alumni Stories Dinner
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Residence Hall Move-In Checklist Encourage your student to keep the following checklist in mind: Living on campus has many benefits for new and returning students. Studies have repeatedly shown that retention rates and GPAs increase when students live on campus. Additionally, resources are readily available and in close proximity for Review important dates, videos, 3D floor plans, and more, on the Housing & Dining Services website: housing.colostate.edu/residencehalls For lofting requests, safety information, policies, and decorating guidelines visit housing.colostate.edu/movein Review meal plan and RamCash choices at housing.colostate.edu/ meal-plans and housing.colostate. edu/ramcash
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academic, emotional and social support. It’s a great way to meet new people and to develop a sense of community, while keeping students close to everything on campus.
Students should contact their roommate to decide who is bringing what (micro fridge, TV, etc.). For more information on renting a micro fridge, visit: housing.colostate.edu/halls/movein Create a packing list; residence hall rooms are functional and small – each spring when halls close, students donate more than 22 tons of personal items to local charities, so please pack wisely
‘Like’ the CSU Halls page on Facebook or follow us on Instagram to get connected before move-in and throughout the year
New first year and transfer students living on campus do not need to have a car. However for information about parking permits go to: parking.colostate.edu
Get required immunizations and learn about important health-related information, including meningitis, at health.colostate.edu
Explore involvement, leadership and diversity opportunities at: ramlink.colostate.edu
Get renter’s insurance - inexpensive plans are available or personal items may be covered by parents’/guardians’ homeowners insurance: housing.colostate.edu/rentersinsurance
Move-In begins at 8 a.m., Thursday, August 17 (for those enrolling Fall 2017) and Thursday, January 11 (for those enrolling Spring 2018); early movein begins several days before and is only considered if it is required by a department or student group
Prepare computer or laptop for the CSU network: housing.colostate.edu/ technology-services Will you be bringing a bike or car to campus? For information on bicycle registration visit: bicycle.colostate.edu/new-page-1.
Know student’s Campus Mailing Address: Student’s Name Room #, Hall Name Fort Collins, CO 80521
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Housing Application Process Reminders • Housing deposit is $350 • Housing placement begins mid-March and is done on a rolling-basis thereafter • RoomSync – Facebook-based roommate matching program opens mid-April – email invitations are sent to those who have applied for housing. More roommate matching information at reshallpolicies.colostate.edu/roommate These dates only apply for the fall semester
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ACCESSING STUDENT RECORDS, FINANCES, AND INFORMATION As parents and family members you were likely highly involved throughout your student’s K-12 educational process in tracking pertinent registration records and information around grades, finances, and medical records. We know many of you will have a continued interest in these topics while your student is enrolled at CSU. However, access to this information will likely look different than it has in the past. The following information on FERPA, RAMweb and FAMweb, and eBilling will help families navigate these changes in access to student records and information.
FERPA 101 The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (last amended June 2008) The disclosure of student records is governed by the Family Educational Rights & Privacy Act (FERPA), which allows records to be released once a student gives permission. For more information, please visit the Registrar’s website: registrar.colostate.edu. Students can access many parts of their educational records and conduct secure transactions with the University through their RAMweb accounts at ramweb.colostate.edu. Students can also grant access to end of term grades, unofficial transcripts, eBilling, 1098-T tax forms, and class schedules to trusted individuals via FAMweb: parentsandfamily.colostate.edu/famweb.
What does this mean for parents and families? The university may not disclose records or information that personally identifies a student without their prior consent. Students can allow access to some or all of their educational records to third parties, including parents and family members, which can be primarily viewed through the FAMweb online portal. Allowing students to be the keepers of their own academic records will help them learn personal responsibility and accountability. As they are becoming self-sufficient, you are a partner in supporting your student to gain these skills.
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FAMweb and RAMweb
Tools to manage your student’s records and success Students have the ability to designate trusted individuals to have secure online access to view selected educational records through FAMweb. CSU students have the right and responsibility to choose to provide, update or withdraw FAMweb access, all of which is managed from within their RAMweb account. Parent and Family Programs strongly suggests you have a conversation with your
student about the level of access to their records they will grant to you via FAMweb prior to the start of the school year. This is a tool you may be likely to use. We encourage you to work with your student now to set up a FAMweb account. This will save time and stress when deadlines arrive to pay bills or access important tax information.
RAMweb
Steps to set up a FAMweb account:
Provides students with tools to manage the following information and much more:
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Registration process Degree progress FAMweb permission settings Financial information • Billing • Financial Aid • Tax Information • Student records • Grades • Transcripts
• Students will need the name and email address you will use to set up your account. • Once access is granted you will receive an email asking you to set up a FAMweb account 2.
Follow the link in your email to create your account and password
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Congratulations! You have successfully created a FAMweb account.
FAMweb The following types of student information can be viewed by designated individuals:
Your CSU student needs to grant access through the “Manage Student Record” section of their RAMweb account
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eBilling information Financial aid information Grades for the last completed term Unofficial transcript Class schedule for the semester in session • Tax information
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CSU eBilling Important eBilling dates to mark on your calendar: Fall Semester: • Charges will post at the end of July. eBilling notifications will be sent and the bill will be available online mid-August with a payment due date of September 10th (or following business day). Spring Semester: • Charges will post early January. The eBilling notifications will be sent and the bill will be available online mid-January with a payment due date of February 10th (or following business day). Additional or updated CSU billing information can be found on the Office of Financial Aid (OFA) website at sfs.colostate.edu under the “Pay Your Bill” section. OFA staff can also answer questions when you call at (970) 491-6321 (and select the appropriate menu option).
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Staying Connected with Parent & Family Programs Want the most up to date information from Parent & Family Programs? Use the resources below to connect with our office and other members of the Ram Family! EXPERIENCE CSU For the most up to date information from Parent & Family Programs, download the EXPERIENCE CSU app to access a guide specifically for Parents and Family Members. The Parent and Family Guide keeps you informed about University events, maps and building locations, campus resources, transition checklists, and important announcements all available on your mobile phone and tablet. Download the app today! EXPERIENCE CSU is free in the Apple Store and Google Play.
Follow us on social media: Like the Colorado State Parent & Family Programs Facebook Page Get updates from Parent & Family Programs about campus events, timely announcements, and learn more about life on campus. Join the Colorado State Parents & Families Facebook Group Connect with other members of the Ram Family or seek out advice or perspective from fellow parents and family members of CSU students through the community built in this Facebook group.
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Follow CSU Parents and Families (csuparentsandfamilies) on Instagram Get updates from Parent & Family Programs about campus events, timely announcements, and learn more about life on campus. Join our email list Ensure you receive email and newsletter updates about important campus events, topics for conversation with your student, important dates and deadlines, as well as messages from the campus community, including our President, Dr. Tony Frank by visiting our website at parentsandfamily. colostate.edu and clicking “Join Our Email List�.
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Ram Pride Be part of a tradition born more than 120 years ago. Intercollegiate athletics holds a special place in Colorado State University history and lore, starting when the first football game was played way back in 1893. Being a stalwart Ram fan and proudly showing your Ram Pride is part of this storied legacy. Whether it’s tailgating with your student before a football game or cheering on the team in green and gold from home, supporting the Rams is a great way to make meaningful memories with your student and stay connected to the CSU experience as part of the Ram Family. Ways to show your Ram Pride! • Get Your Green On – Each Friday throughout the year, make sure you’re wearing green CSU gear. Display your school spirit and let the world know you’re part of the Ram Family! • Attend CSU Events – Cheer on the Rams at an athletic event, join us at Homecoming & Family Weekend, and celebrate your student’s accomplishment at commencement ceremonies! • Host A Watch Party In Your Home Town– Whether CSU Athletics is on the road or you can’t make it to a home game, invite your fellow Ram fans to rally and watch together. • Learn The CSU Fight Song!
CSU Fight Song Fight on you stalwart Ram Team, On to the goal! Tear the (Opponents) line asunder, As down the field we thunder. Knights of the green and gold, Fight on with all your might! Fight on you stalwart Ram Team, Fight! Fight! Fight! Ticket Information If you need tickets to a Colorado State Athletics event, visit CSURams.com/tickets or call 800-491-RAMS (7267).
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Homecoming & Family Weekend October 12-14, 2017 Parent and Family Programs invites you to join a CSU tradition over 100 years in the making. Homecoming & Family Weekend is a prime opportunity to get involved with your student’s CSU experience and for them to show you around their campus.
Checklist: Participate in the annual Homecoming 5K Race on campus. Show your Ram Pride at the Homecoming & Family Weekend Tailgate and then watch the CSU Football team take on Nevada. Take a crack at completing the list of 18 things to do with your CSU student. Meet other CSU parents and family members and get valuable resources about Experiential Learning Opportunities for Students, about Housing Options after the First Year and participate in the Parent & Family Breakfast.
Exact event times and locations will be set early in the fall semester. Plan to be on campus on October 13, 2017 and be sure download the EXPERIENCE CSU app, as well as check the Homecoming & Family Weekend website at familyweekend.colostate.edu for a specific schedule and updates.
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RAMFAM Ambassadors Building community and giving back Who are RamFam Ambassadors? Parent and family members of current and former students who serve the Ram Family in a variety of ways, including (but not limited to!) hosting events in their local community, engaging with parent and family members of current, incoming, and former students through communal support networks, volunteering during events at CSU, and donating and/or fund raising for the parents fund and larger university efforts. The mission of the RamFam Ambassador program is for Ambassadors serve as a community of individuals who strive to support student growth, provide for student needs, and foster student success. RamFam Ambassadors are critical members of our Ram Family. As a member of the CSU RamFam, you join a community of individuals who are striving to advance the CSU student and family experience in the University's ongoing mission of excellence. The RamFam Ambassadors Program is founded on the following pillars, as a means of achieving this mission:
Connections Being a part of the Ram Family means being together. Parents and family members understand the importance of building CSU community both in Fort Collins and across the country.
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Philanthropy
Being a part of the Ram Family fosters spaces of belonging. Parents and family members will find dynamic and creative ways to get involved at CSU, as well as an energetic community with individuals who are dedicated to sharing in their students’ college experience.
Being a part of the Ram Family means giving back to the institution. Parents and family members recognize the significance of developing spaces for holistic learning for students and want to contribute to infrastructure and resources that will provide for student success.
Here at CSU, we recognize that your involvement in your student’s college journey is critical to reaching a collective goal of student success: graduation. Check out more information about this program, including how to become a RamFam Ambassador, by connect with our EXPERIENCE CSU app or through our website parentsandfamily.colostate.edu.
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18 Things To Do With Your Student Colorado State was founded in 1870 and there’s a tradition at CSU for students to complete the “70 Things To Do Before You Graduate”. But, did you know there’s also a tradition for you? Parent and Family Programs created the “18 Things To Do With Your Student” list for you! As an important part of your student’s support network, we
encourage you to get to know CSU and the Fort Collins community. Whether you’re tackling the whole list in one visit or over the course of your student’s time at CSU, take a look at these 18 ways to share CSU with your student! Track your progress by downloading the EXPERIENCE CSU app!
* Items that are also on the student list “70 Things to Do Before You Graduate”
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Participate in Ram Welcome parent and family programming.*
the Lory Student Center. 4 Tour Be sure to check out the CSU story walls and murals.
a meal with your student at a 2 Share dining hall or in the LSC.
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Learn the CSU Alma Mater or Fight Song and sing it with your student (even over the phone!).*
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Share an “al fresco” lunch on the Oval.
Attend Homecoming and Family Weekend and get your picture with CAM the Ram!*
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Take a family picture on the steps of the Administration Building with your CSU graduate.
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Sport your green and gold and have your picture taken with one of the seven ram statues on campus.*
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Have your student introduce you to their favorite professor.
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Take a selfie with the ‘A’ in the background.
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Attend a CSU sporting event. (Or watch from home while your student attends!)
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Go to an art show in the Curfman Gallery.*
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Attend a concert or performance at the University Center for the Arts.
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Hug a tree in Sherwood Forest.*
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Visit the Annual Flower Trail Garden while it’s in full bloom.
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Take a picture with your student at the place on campus that means the most to them.*
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Visit Old Town Fort Collins. (Bonus for riding the MAX or other Transfort bus to get there!)
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Encourage your student to do all 70 things on the “70 Things to Do Before You Graduate” list.*
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Career Center Spotlight Career Confidence, Career Focus: A Model of Services
Explore Understand your interests, values and skills: • Discuss potential interests with a Career Educator Explore Majors and Careers: • Meet with a Career Educator • Attend a Colorado Industry Tour • Join Career Communities (career.colostate.edu) to connect with employers, faculty, staff, students and alumni with similar career interest areas
Explain Create a professional profile on: • Handshake • LinkedIn Create a distinctive resume and cover letter: • Complete the online resume milestone on Ram Career Ready (career. colostate.edu) • Visit the Career Center during drop in hours for a resume and cover letter critique • Attend Resume Rush for an employer or Career Educator critique
Work on your interviewing skills: • Take part in the Mock Interview Program • Complete the online Interviewing milestone on Ram Career Ready (career.colostate.edu) • Search for Career Interviews on Handshake
Experience Upload your resume to Handshake Create a job and/or internship plan with your Career Educator • Search for the following using Handshake (career.colostate.edu): • Career Fairs • Career Interviews • Career Events Gather outside experience, such as: • Internships • Volunteer opportunities • Leadership roles • Job shadowing • Networking • Informational interviews • Additional education
Information provided by the Career Center
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FAITH DIRECTORY
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Involvement an Students who engage actively in their college experience not only perform better academically than their non-involved peers, but are also able to build a community within CSU which assists them with their transition to a new environment. As a parent or family member, you can encourage your student to explore their interests and passions by getting involved on campus. Clubs and Organizations If there is an interest, there is a community! With over 500 student clubs and organizations, getting involved can be fun, easy, and a transformational way to make the most of the Ram Experience. 60% of students are involved in a club or organization during their time on campus.
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Athletic Events Colorado State has 16 Division I NCAA sports teams and thousands of Ram Fans. Join the Ram Ruckus student spirit group and take advantage of the free tickets available to fulltime undergraduate students. First Year Student Networks Students can make an immediate connection with a faculty or staff member, a current student Peer Mentor and other new first-year students who share interests, passions or identities by registering for the First Year Student Networks.
nd Engagement Rec Center With a climbing wall, pool, hot tub, fitness classes and state of the art equipment the Rec has student fitness needs covered. Sport Clubs and Intramurals give you another chance to get in the game. From recreational leagues to national championship-winning teams, there’s room for all levels of skill and interest. Ram Events Students can attend the annual Fall Concert and many other diverse and affordable events that both entertain and enrich their Colorado State University experience.
Residence Life Each student living in the residence halls has an opportunity to get involved by attending programs planned by their Resident Assistant (RAs) and Inclusive Community Assistants (ICAs) or by joining the Residence Hall Association. Fraternity & Sorority Life Colorado State University's Fraternity & Sorority Life community is a great way for students to become a part of the University, excel academically, develop leadership skills, participate in philanthropic and athletic events, give back to the surrounding community, and socialize.
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Clubs and Organizations If there is an interest, there is a community
With over
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student clubs and organizations, getting involved can be fun, easy, and a transformational way to make the most of your
RAM EXPERIENCE. Whether it’s competing in a sport club, joining a fraternity or sorority, focusing on cultural awareness, volunteering through service teams, or taking up a new hobby – there is something for every Ram!
60% of students are involved in a club or organization during their time on campus
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Student Diversity Programs and Services At Colorado State University we are proud of our efforts to enhance, appreciate and support diversity and multiculturalism as part of our mission as a land-grant institution of higher education. Our programs and services are designed to support students in a variety of ways and provide opportunities to successfully participate in, and contribute to creating an inclusive and diverse campus environment. Each cultural and resource center within the Student Diversity Programs and Services cluster leads with supporting a specific student population. However most of our programs, resources and events are available to all students at CSU. The following opportunities for your students to engage exist through the Cultural and Resource Centers: Leadership • • • • •
L.E.A.D Conference All Nations Leadership Retreat Victim Assistanance Team (VAT) Red Whistle Brigade Peer Education Pride Resource Center Student Leadership Retreat • First-Year Mentoring Programs • CSU Students mentoring K-12 students • John Mosley Student Athlete Mentoring Program Academic • Multicultural Undergraduate Research Art and Leadership Symposium (MURALS) • Graduate Preparation Courses • Tutoring Programs • Transitioning to College Programs • Time management & study skills workshops • Introduction to Gender-Based Violence Course
Cultural & Identity Development Cultural and Resource Centers also provide a welcoming space for students to learn about and celebrate identities. Examples include: • Black History Month • Native American Heritage Month • Hispanic Heritage Month • Asian Pacific Islander Heritage Month • Sexual Assault Awareness Month • GLBTQ History Month • Men in the Movement • Visible Voices • Disability Dialogues Direct Services • Resources for Disabled Students • Alternative accommodations for students • Support and advocacy for students • Ensure access and equal opportunities Women and Gender Advocacy Center • Victim Assistance Team (VAT) • Confidential advocates • Hotline available 24/7 - 365 days a year • Individual and group support
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Outrageously Dependable 300 Willow St. Fort Collins, Co. 80521 970-484-1307 InterstateBatteries.com
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Campus Safety Rams Take Care of Rams Overall, CSU has a campus culture across students, staff, faculty and community members where we expect that Rams Take Care of Rams! CSU Police Department CSU police officers are on duty 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. They patrol the campus by foot, vehicle, bicycle, and motorcycle. CSUPD operates on a community policing model, working in partnership with the community to prevent crimes before they happen. Officers educate community members on ways to stay safe and are actively on the lookout for issues that could affect student health and safety. Learn more at police. colostate.edu. Text Message Alerts The CSU Emergency Text Alert System is used to send text alerts in the event of an emergency on the Fort Collins campus. The system is only used during an unexpected closing of the campus (such as a snow day) or an immediate, ongoing safety emergency. You can go to safety. colostate.edu for more information. Safe Walk Community Safety Officers are available to accompany students any place on campus or within a three block radius of campus (from dusk until dawn, 7 days a week, year around). Call 970491-1155 or visit police.colostate.edu/safe-walk for more information. RamRide RamRide provides free, safe, non-judgmental rides home for Colorado State University students (on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights) with the goal of improving the safety of the Fort Collins community. Call 970-491-3333 for a ride.
Additional Student Safety Resources: Tell Someone Worried about someone in the CSU community? Tell Someone is a CSU service focused on mental health, safety and threats of violence (to self or others). If you are concerned, Tell Someone is a CSU service that allows you to report concerns about a CSU student or employee, or anything that threatens the safety of CSU community members. You have the power to make a difference, simply by making a report. tellsomeone.colostate. edu or call (970) 4911350. Call CSUPD at (970) 491-6425 if you believe someone on campus is an immediate and/or imminent danger to themselves or others. Women and Gender Advocacy Center A safe, confidential, and affirming space on campus to support survivors of incidents such as dating violence, sexual assault, stalking and more.
Residence Life
Support and Safety Assessment
CSU Residence Halls are staffed with highly trained professional residence directors, graduate student assistants, and undergraduate resident assistants. These staff members are a tremendous resource in many ways for students who live on campus, especially as it relates to student safety.
Promotes the health and safety of the campus community and works to foster the health, wellbeing, and successful experience of community members.
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CSU Health Network: Care for Body and Mind A healthy body and mind are essential elements to your student’s academic success and journey toward graduation. CSU Health Network is every student’s on-campus home for health and wellbeing. All CSU students have full access to our wide range of services, regardless of their insurance plan.
General Medical Services
Counseling Services
• Primary Care
• Individual and Couples
• Urgent Care
• Groups and Workshops
• Behavioral Health
• Drugs, Alcohol and You (DAY) Programs
• Immunizations • Laboratory • Radiology • Pharmacy Specialty Medical Services • Allergy & Asthma
• Post-Hospitalization Support (iTEAM) • Crisis Intervention • Consultations with Colleagues/ Parents/Friends Health Education and Prevention Services
• Dental
• Substance Abuse Prevention
• Men’s Care
• Mental Health Initiatives
• Massage Therapy
• Peer Education (CREWS)
• Nutrition Care
• Resiliency and Well-Being
• Optometry
• Sexual Health Initiatives
• Physical Therapy
• Tobacco Cessation
• Psychiatry
Student Insurance Services
• Sports Medicine/Orthopedics
• Student Health Insurance
• Travel Medicine
• RamCare Supplement Program
• Women’s Care
• Private Insurance Billing
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Your Student’s New Home for Health CSU Health and Medical Center Opening July 2017 CSU Health Network is moving to a new home at the CSU Health and Medical Center, located on the corner of College Ave. and Prospect Rd. (151 W. Lake St.). All CSU Health Network services will be conveniently located under one roof in this beautiful, stateof-the-art facility dedicated to student health and well-being.
Contact Us: health.colostate.edu (970) 491-7121 csuhn@colostate.edu Connect with us on Facebook and Instagram: @CSUHealthNetwork and Twitter: @CSUHealth
Health Requirements and Recommendations for New Students • Submit Immunization Records, Health History Form and Tuberculosis Screening Form • Fulfill the Health Insurance Requirement and consider RamCare Supplement Program
• Complete AlcoholEdu, Haven: Understanding Sexual Assault, and Schwab Moneywise on Campus: Transit Financial Wellness online modules (accessible via RamWeb) • Explore YOU@CSU by logging in to you.colostate.edu with your CSU email address
For more detailed information about these requirements and recommendations, visit health.colostate.edu/new-student-checklist.
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Supporting Your Student’s Health and Well-Being There are many things you can do to support your student as they prepare to leave for college, during their first year, and beyond Talk to your student about alcohol and other drugs Despite how it may seem at times, your student does care about your opinion. Research shows that talking with your student about alcohol before they come to CSU can dramatically lower their likelihood of experiencing serious alcohol-related consequences. CSU Health Network has an online, research-based guide that provides a useful roadmap to explore the choices and challenges your student may experience when it comes to drinking. Visit health.colostate. edu/parentguide to view the guide. Let them know you care With all of the newness, many students feel homesick. Make sure to stay in communication with your student; text, e-mail, call, send care packages and show your interest. Even if they do not always respond, they enjoy knowing that you care. Ask your student about college life Ask your student what they are doing to fill their time outside of classes, especially evenings and weekends. Ask about relationships with new friends and their roommate. Encourage them to communicate with you about their new life. You have been important and will continue to be important to them. Keep the door open. Sometimes the conversations may be hard to hear, as your student explores their values and beliefs. Ask open-ended questions to support your student and refrain from judgment. Encourage them to eat well, exercise, and get some restful sleep Staying healthy can sometimes be challenging for busy college students. Discuss the importance of sleep, healthy eating, and physical activity in managing their stress level in college. Knowing and applying sound health habits positively impacts mental and physical health and their ability to ward off illness.
For more information about how you can support your student’s success, visit health.colostate.edu/parents-families/first-year-guide-for-families
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Remind them to access health and well-being services Did you know that all CSU students get five free counseling sessions per semester? Did you know the CSU Health Network offers free mindfulness workshops to students to help them proactively manage their stress and enhance their overall wellbeing? There are so many services available to your student on campus to help them have a healthy mind, body, and spirit. Encourage your student to get help before problems start or when they are just beginning. CSU Health Network medical and counseling providers are here to support your student’s success. Help them learn time management strategies Many students will try to balance a full load of classes with work, involvement opportunities and a social life. About midway into the semester they often realize that they need more strategies to manage their busy life than what has worked before. Encourage your student to keep a calendar/planner and map out time for classes, studying, involvement, and taking time out of their busy schedules to de-stress and relax. This can actually help with productivity and make the college experience more enjoyable. Encourage your student to get involved on campus Research shows that students who feel connected to and engaged in their campus community are less likely to experience drug and alcohol-related issues. CSU offers many ways for students to get involved. Keep in mind that sometimes the urge to be a part of everything can lead a student to feel overwhelmed and overcommitted. Help them narrow it down to one or two things that will inspire them. YOU@CSU is a great way for students to explore all of the different opportunities available to them on campus. They can log in with their CSU email address at you.colostate.edu. Know the warning signs Be aware of the signs that your student could be struggling with emotional issues or substance abuse (e.g., lower grades, changes in behavior, never available or reluctant to talk, unwilling to discuss activities with friends, trouble with campus authorities, serious mood changes, or hopelessness). Help your student feel comfortable getting help for themselves or a friend. Your student can connect with a caring professional at CSU Health Network Counseling Services by calling (970) 491-6053 or visiting the CSU Health and Medical Center at 151 W. Lake St. As a parent or family member, you can call Student Case Management at (970) 491-8051 or Parent and Family Programs at (970) 491-6680 for help locating resources and referrals for your student, or call the CSU Tell Someone line (970) 491-1350 if you are concerned about your student’s mental health and safety. Parent and Family Resource Guide 2017-18 | 51
EXPLORING MAJORS Each year approximately one-third of all first year students (freshmen) are Undeclared. The “Undeclared” classification describes students who are either actively exploring majors at CSU, or are pursuing the requirements for their chosen major. Of the remaining two-thirds of students who enter in declared majors, over half graduate with a major different from the one they first declared at CSU. Undeclared does not always equal being indecisive. Students often find themselves progressing through cycles of self-reflection and inventory, confusion, interest, decision/ commitment, and doubt depending on their exploration process. Entering CSU as Undeclared means a student will engage in an active process of reflection and exploration. Fortunately, CSU offers many resources to help students navigate CSU’s programs of study as they seek their “best fit” major. By giving themselves time to thoughtfully explore majors, students can make a more informed decision that supports their unique interests, abilities, and values.
Contributed by Haley Richards and Demetrios Godenitz, Center for Advising & Student Achievement
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Students wishing to explore majors are encouraged to participate in the following major exploration activities: Undeclared Student Advising
Reach out to Key Advisor
The Undeclared Student Advising website has a variety of resources for exploring majors: Explore Major Tracks; Explore Self; Explore Resources; and videos with past undeclared students.
The Key Advisor is a spokesperson for the academic department and can help students learn more about a particular major.
undeclared.casa.colostate.edu/home.aspx
secure.casa.colostate.edu/applications/ keyadv/keyAdvList.cfm
Meet with Academic Success Coordinator
Career Counseling
Undeclared students have access to a full team of Academic Success Coordinators who provide comprehensive academic guidance and resource referral. There is support for all undeclared students, whether they are undecided students, seeking majors that have prerequisite entrance requirements, or somewhere in between.
Career Counselors focus on occupational strengths and values to help students discover career or industry paths that may be appropriately suited for their interests.
Call 970-491-7095 to schedule an appointment.
career.colostate.edu/explore/careerexploration First Year Seminar Class (for credit) & Electronic non- credit course about exploring majors Students can talk with their Academic Success Coordinator about enrolling in one of these two options to help guide and enhance their exploration process.
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Important University Dates AUGUST 2017 1.................. Recommended date to have all financial aid paperwork finalized 16 ............... Early Move-In (select groups) 17 ............... Residence Halls Open at 8:00 a.m. 17-20 ........ Ram Welcome 21 ............... First Day of Fall Classes SEPTEMBER 2017 1.................. Rocky Mountain Showdown – Sports Authority Field (in Denver, CO) 4................. University Holiday (Labor Day) 6 ................ Fall Registration Closes 11 ................ Fall 2017 Payment Due Date OCTOBER 2017 1.................. FAFSA Available 12-14.......... Homecoming & Family Weekend 16 ............... End of Course Withdrawal Period NOVEMBER 2017 17 ............... Residence Halls Close at 10 p.m. 18-26 ........ Fall Break 26.............. Residence Halls Reopen 8 a.m. DECEMBER 2017 8 ................ Last Day of Fall Classes 11-15 ........... Final Exams 15-16 ......... Commencement Ceremonies 15 ............... Residence Halls Close at 10 p.m. Dec. 16-Jan. 15 Winter Break 20.............. Fall Grades Available on RAMweb and FAMweb JANUARY 2018 11 ................ Residence Halls Open at 8 a.m. 16 ............... First Day of Spring Classes 31 ............... Spring Registration Closes FEBRUARY 2018 12 ............... Spring 2018 Billing Due Date MARCH 2018 1.................. Priority Date for 2018-19 Colorado State University Scholarship Application (CSUSA) 9 ................ Residence Halls Close at 10 p.m. 10-18 ......... Spring Recess 18 ............... Residence Halls Reopen at 8 a.m. 19 ............... End of Course Withdrawal Period MAY 2018 4................. Last Day of Spring Classes 7-11............. Final Exams 11 ................ Residence Halls Close at 10 p.m. 11-12 ........... Commencement Ceremonies 16 ............... Spring Grades Available on RAMweb and FAMweb
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Parents, Ensure Your Kids Have Everything They Need While They Are in School With Their Own
COSTCO MEMBERSHIP SPECIAL OFFER: New Executive Members receive a $20 Costco Cash Card.* Or, new Gold Star and Business Members receive $10 Costco Cash Card.* *Offer is valid only for nonmembers for their first year of membership. Limit one offer per household. Offer is nontransferable and may not be combined with any other offer or coupon. You must join in person with a Costco representative. Costco Cash Cards are not reedemable for cash. A Costco membership is $55 a year. An Executive Membership is an additional $55 upgrade fee a year. Each membership includes a free Household Card. Please include sales tax in all applicable states. Costco accepts all Visa cards, Costco credit cards, cash, checks, debit/ATM cards, EBT and Costco Cash Cards.
Costco Anywhere Visa Card by Citi ®
Earn Cash Bach Rewards: anywhere Visa is accepted.
Just present this offer at the membership desk of the Timnath Costco with your student credentials to receive this special Costco Wholesale membership offer.
SURPRISING VARIETY • Apparel • Appliances • Automotive • Baby • Bakery • Bed & Bath • Books, CDs & DVDs • Cleaning Supplies • Deli • Electronics • Floral • Furniture • Gasoline • Health & Beauty
• Hearing Aids • Home Furnishings • Jewelry • Lawn & Garden • Meat • Office Supplies • Optical • Pet Care • Pharmacy • Photo Center • Produce • Sports Equipment • Toys & Games • Wine, Beer & Spirits Products and departments may vary by location.
GOOD NEWS: Visa is now the only major credit card accepted at Costco
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FORT COLLINS City of Choice Cuisine Fort Collins is a mecca for good eats, with more restaurants per capita than most cities in the United States. Whether you want to sit down or you need to grab food on the go, there are hundreds of choices. Arts and Entertainment Fort Collins’ thriving arts community is easy to find in its many galleries, theaters, and concert halls. Be sure to walk through Old Town the first Friday of each month, when art museums and galleries stay open late. Getting Around Town All CSU students receive a free transit pass for the City of Fort Collins’ Transfort bus system, including the MAX bus rapid transit system. Transfort provides our students the opportunity to attend college without the economic burden of a personal vehicle. Plenty of Parks Looking for a picnic retreat or a place to play fetch with your dog? Fort Collins is home to more than 50 parks for the whole family to enjoy! fcgov.com/parks
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RamFam Preferred Business Partners The Parent and Family Programs Office would like to recognize the tremendous financial support we receive from the following RamFam Preferred Business Partners. These businesses are excited to support CSU students and their families as well as provide financial support to the RamFam fund so Parent and Family Programs can host events at Ram Welcome and Homecoming & Family Weekend, produce Proud CSU Parent and Family buttons, produce the Supporting Transitions Calendar, and the list goes on. We encourage parents, family members, and their students to support these businesses as they are supporting all of us!
Platinum Plus Partner Big O Tires Three Fort Collins Locations 1506 North College • 970-493-3356 4245 South Mason • 970-223-0415 2007 South Timberline • 970-237 5228 www.bigotires.com See our ad on page 61 Big O Tires offers a wide range of diagnostic, repair and routine maintenance services, backed by one of the best national services warranties in the business. Cooper Auto Body 2520 County Road 54G • Fort Collins 970-482-9927 www.cooperautobody.com See our ad on page 59 Celebrating more than 50 years in business. CSU Bookstore Lory Student Center • Fort Collins 970-491-0546 www.bookstore.colostate.edu See our ad on page 9 The CSU Bookstore is owned and operated by Colorado State University and returns all revenues to CSU for student programs and services.
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Quality Inn & Suites 4001 S. Mason St. • Fort Collins 970-282-9047 www.choicehotels.com See our ad on page 27 Making friends one guest at a time. Ram Tech Lory Student Center • Fort Collins 970-491-7625 • www.acns.colostate. edu/students See our ad on page 2 Your one stop tech shop featuring educational discounts and on-campus repair center. Authorized Apple dealer. RE/MAX Advanced Inc. 1018 Centre Avenue • Fort Collins Dana Goode • 970-231-6507 Lance Volmer • 970-218-3016 www.fortcollinsnative.com See our ad on pages 35 If you have not lived a lifetime in Fort Collins, rely on a realtor who has.
Family Owned & Operated for over 50 Years Free Estimates: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
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Platinum Partner Homewood Suites 1521 Oakridge Drive • Fort Collins 970-225-2400 www.fortcollins.homewoodSuites.com See our ad on page 7 Visit our all-Suite hotel with pool, hot tub and 24-hour fitness center.
Gold Partner Candlewood Suites 314 Pavilion Lane • Fort Collins 970-223-0200 www.candlewoodsuites.com/FortCollins See our ad on page 55 The Candlewood Suites is an all-suite hotel conveniently located close to I-25 and Colorado State University. Interstate Batteries 300 Willow Street Fort Collins, CO 80524 970-484-1307 www.interstatebatteries.com See our ad on page 43
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College Student Storage 303-545-9525 • www.csstorage.com See our ad on page 29 Door-to-door storage and shipping services for CSU students. Original Basket Boutique 970-449-3796 • www.obbfortcollins.com See our ad on page 57 Customized gift baskets for any occasion and at any price. Local delivery.
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HELPFUL CONTACT INFORMATION Admissions....................................................................................................................491-6909 Adult Learner and Veteran Services.....................................................................491-3977 CSU Bookstore............................................................................................................491-6692 CSU Health Network..................................................................................................491-7121 CSU Police Department (non-emergency)..........................................................491-6425 (emergency)..................................................................911 Campus Activities........................................................................................................491-6626 Campus Information Services.................................................................................491-6444 Campus Recreation....................................................................................................491-6359 Career Center...............................................................................................................491-5707 Collaborative for Student Achievement................................................................491-7095 Student Resolution Center........................................................................................491-7165 Fraternity and Sorority Life......................................................................................491-0966 Housing and Dining Services..................................................................................491-6511 International Programs..............................................................................................491-5917 Lory Student Center....................................................................................................491-6395 Off-Campus Life...........................................................................................................491-2248 Office of Financial Aid................................................................................................491-6321 Orientation and Transition Programs....................................................................491-6011 Parking and Transportation Services....................................................................491-7041 Records and Registration (Registrar’s Office).....................................................491-4860 Student Employment Services................................................................................491-5714 Student Leadership, Involvement and Community Engagement................491-1682 Student Legal Services..............................................................................................491-1482 Student Diversity Programs and Services Asian/Pacific American Cultural Center................................................................491-6154 Black/African American Cultural Center...............................................................491-5781 El Centro........................................................................................................................491-5722 Pride Resource Center..............................................................................................491-4342 Native American Cultural Center............................................................................491-1332 Resources for Disabled Students..........................................................................491-6385 Women and Gender Advocacy Center................................................................491-6384 College Offices Agricultural Sciences.................................................................................................491-6274 Business ........................................................................................................................491-6471 Engineering...................................................................................................................491-3366 Health and Human Sciences...................................................................................491-6331 Liberal Arts....................................................................................................................491-5421 Natural Sciences......................................................................................................... 491-1300 Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences.................................................491-7051 Warner College of Natural Resources ..................................................................491-6675
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