WELCOME
Greetings! My wife, Jennifer, and I are excited to welcome you to our Juniata community. We look forward to your many contributions and to helping you make a successful transition to college life and our community.
This booklet guides you through important next steps as you begin your college journey. Please do not hesitate to contact any Juniata College staff for assistance or with your questions.
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. President814-641-3101
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
You should have received an email from applications@juniata.edu with the subject line, Juniata College Application Update, instructing you to log into your applicant portal to set up your EagleNet account. You will find instructions in the Status Update area at the top of your applicant portal. Once complete, this Juniata username and password will serve as your credentials for accessing your Juniata email and technology services on campus. Moving ahead, important communication will be sent to your new Juniata email account. Be sure to check your email regularly.
FINANCIAL PLANNING AND BILLING
Review the enclosed financial planning and billing guide. If you have not received it already, you will soon receive your financial aid offer in the mail. If you have any questions about your financial aid offer, contact the Office of Student Financial Planning at financialplanning@juniata.edu or 814-641-3142.
Using your Juniata username 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. Please note: Visa Status Students are not eligible to waive Juniata insurance. 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
You likely have questions about academic advising and getting registered for your first semester of classes at Juniata College.
Watch for an email in mid-May from advising@juniata.edu.
Follow the directions shared in that email so we can match you with an academic adviser and build your class schedule.
• If you are a first-time college student, complete the Class Scheduling Questionnaire by May 31 to receive your customized class schedule in mid-June. You will find this questionnaire in the mid-May email you receive from advising@juniata.edu.
• If you are a transfer student, an adviser will work with you to build your schedule after we have received your transcripts from your previous institutions.
Visit the First Year Academics webpage at juniata.edu/orientation to find instructions for submitting AP scores and college transcripts from other institutions. You will also find the steps to take to help us get you scheduled for your classes.
During Orientation, you meet with an adviser to answer any questions you may have about your schedule and make changes if necessary.
ONLINE EDUCATIONAL MODULES
Prior to arriving on campus in August, you will need to complete our three online educational modules on alcohol use, healthy relationships, and equity, diversity, and inclusion. These online modules will be sent to your Juniata email account by July 1.
SUMMER ORIENTATION
Summer Orientation is a required experience to help you make a great start! Orientation incorporates opportunities to build social connections with your peers, meet and connect with faculty, and arrange for your first semester on campus. We invite students, families, and supporters to join us.
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 College.
You must register for the orientation date of your choice at juniata.edu/orientation no later than two weeks prior to the date. Spaces are limited. We understand scheduling can be challenging, please reach out to campuslife@juniata.edu or 814-641-3323 for assistance.
Summer Orientation Dates:
• Friday, June 21
• Friday, July 12
• Monday, July 29
International Student Orientation:
Arrive
• Wednesday, August 14
Orientation
• Thursday, August 15–Saturday, August 17
COMMUNITY SERVICE
PADDLING CAMPING
ROCK CLIMBING
ARTS GAMING
INBOUND
Inbound is a three-day immersive retreat designed to build social connections through fun experiences and learning about being a Juniatian. You and a small group of peers will be led by returning student leaders who are eager to help you transition to college, answer your questions, and have fun! Inbound is required for all first-year students because we know it can help you succeed academically, build skills and connections, and foster wellbeing.
Hear what students have to say about their favorite parts of Inbound:
“My favorite part of Inbound was being able to enjoy an activity that I already love with the added experience of doing it with new people.”
“Inbound helped me get more comfortable with dorm living on campus, I met so many new people and created bonds that made my social transition to Juniata much more enjoyable.”
“I’m so thankful for the opportunity as it made me feel less nervous about the school year since I now know some familiar faces.”
Beginning March 15, you can register for Inbound and have the chance to select your retreat preferences. Please visit juniata.edu/orientation to view retreat descriptions and get registered!
Session 1:
Friday, July 12–Sunday, July 14
(Directly following Orientation on July 12, families & supporters will depart after the Orientation session finishes.)
Session 2:
Sunday, August 18–Tuesday, August 20
(Move into your Campus Housing on Sunday. First-year student programming will continue after Inbound through the first day of classes on Thursday, August 22.)
*We ask families and supporters to depart campus while you enjoy Inbound. Juniata College is not able to provide lodging or transportation accommodations to them.
HOUSING
Beginning June 1, 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 on 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.
We recommend downloading the “FoodU” app from Parkhurst Dining Services where you can build a profile and view food locations across campus to access their daily hours, menus, and more!
MOVE-IN DATES
Your move-in date to campus this August will correspond with one of the following cohorts:
Fall Student Athletes:
• Dates are team-specific and coordinated by respective team’s coaches.
New International Students:
• Wednesday, August 14
Inbound Session 2 Participants:
• Sunday, August 18, 8 a.m.–10 a.m.
All Other New Students:
• Tuesday, August 20, 8 a.m.–10 a.m.
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.
VISA STATUS STUDENTS
The Center for International Education is pleased to provide a special orientation program that is designed to help you integrate to life at Juniata College and life in Huntingdon. This program is required for new international students so that you feel welcomed and have access to the information and resources needed to be successful.
New students will arrive early to get acclimated to campus and prepare for the start of classes. International Orientation will cover everything you need to know as an international student, from topics like the American classroom experience to important information regarding your visa status. There will also be social events and shopping where you will meet and build relationships with student leaders and other students.
International Student Orientation:
Arrival:
Wednesday, August 14
(Transportation provided to campus from select locations.)
Orientation:
Thursday, August 15–Saturday, August 17
Contact Information:
international@juniata.edu
STUDENT ATHLETES
All students participating in athletics at Juniata College must complete additional onboarding paperwork before arriving in August. Be on the lookout for additional details and deadlines from the department throughout the summer.
Student-Athlete Checklist:
Sports Medicine:
☐ Create an ATS profile.
☐ Complete ImPact Baseline Concussion test.
☐ Submit Sickle Cell test results.
Compliance:
☐ Register with the NCAA Eligibility Center for an NCAA ID number.
☐ Complete NCAA Student-Athlete Eligibility paperwork.
☐ Submit Title IX Attestation form.
☐ Sign Juniata Athletics Code of Conduct Acknowledgment form.
Athletic Communications:
☐ Complete the New Student-Athlete Bio form.
Sports Performance:
☐ Sign Fitness Center Liability Waiver.
TRAVELING TO JUNIATA COLLEGE AND HUNTINGDON, PA.
Huntingdon is a small town surrounded by a largely rural area, and there is important information to know about getting to campus. Travel by car is the easiest for traveling within the Huntingdon area.
By Car:
Rental cars from an airport may be the most reliable option and provide the most accessibility for getting to campus and around town. There is an Enterprise Rent-A-Car location on the edge of Huntingdon that has limited hours and options but provides a drop-off and pick-up option.
By Train:
Depending on your starting location, traveling by Amtrak train is one of the easiest accessible public transportation options. Amtrak’s Pennsylvanian route travels both directions daily from New York City through Philadelphia and across the state to Pittsburgh with a stop in downtown Huntingdon. The train station is less than a mile from campus, and we can pick you up with prior arrangement.
By Air:
If traveling by plane, the closest airport is State College. With prior arrangement when moving onto campus, Juniata can offer shuttle service from the following airports: State College, Pittsburgh, Harrisburg, and Washington D.C. (Dulles, Reagan, BWI).
By Bus:
Traveling by bus can be another potential option. State College is the nearest stop location. There is a Greyhound Bus station and a Megabus stop in State College that offers travel options to both local Pennsylvania regions and to metropolitan cities. With prior arrangement when moving onto campus, Juniata can offer shuttle service from these bus stations to campus.
Ride Share:
Even though Huntingdon and the surrounding area lack ride share options, like Uber or Lyft, most of our students share rides with each other. You’ll likely become friends with someone who has a personal vehicle soon after arriving on campus that will help you get around.
Lodging in Huntingdon:
Below is a list of some common hotels and lodging in the Huntingdon area.
Comfort Inn
100 S 4th St, Huntingdon, Pa. 16652
814-693-5075
*If you’re traveling by train or without personal transport, this is the best option for proximity to campus and the Amtrak train station.
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott
9970 Shaner Blvd, Huntingdon, Pa. 16652
814-643-3672
Huntingdon Motor Inn
6920 Motor Inn Dr, Huntingdon, Pa. 16652
814-643-1133
Gage Mansion Bed & Breakfast
317 Penn St, Huntingdon, Pa. 16652
814-599-2803
The Inn at Solvang Bed & Breakfast
10611 Standing Stone Rd, Huntingdon, Pa. 16652 814-643-3035
Gage Mansion
REGISTERING YOUR VEHICLE
If you would like to have your vehicle on campus, register beginning August 1.
The cost for having a vehicle on campus is $125 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, and the remaining pages 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 Class Scheduling Questionnaire by May 31.
☐ Register for Summer Orientation two weeks prior to your desired date.
☐ Review your Financial Aid Letter.
☐ Complete your New Student Housing Application and Roommate Profile by July 1.
☐ Complete your three online educational modules by August 1.
☐ Complete and submit fully completed Student Health Forms by August 1.
☐ Review your student bill in CASHnet in July and set up a payment plan as needed by August 7.
☐ Register for Inbound at least 2 weeks prior to your desired retreat date.
☐ Beginning August 1, register your vehicle prior to arriving on campus.
☐ Request student accommodations through the Student Accessibility Office if desired.
☐ Submit your AP scores and college transcripts from other institutions and take the world language placement exam if needed.
Important Dates
June 21 Friday Summer Orientation 1
July 12 Friday Summer Orientation 2
12–14 Friday–Sunday Inbound Session 1
29 Monday Summer Orientation 3
Aug. 14 Wednesday International Student Move-In
18 Sunday
New Student Move-In for Inbound Session 2 Attendees
18–20 Sunday–Tuesday Inbound Session 2
20 Tuesday New Student Move-In for All Other First Year Students
20–25 Tuesday–Sunday Juniata College Welcome Week
22 Thursday First Day of Classes
Sept. 1 Sunday Lobsterfest Involvement Fair
27–29 Friday–Sunday Homecoming & Family Weekend
Oct. 5–8 Saturday–Tuesday Fall Break (residence halls open)
Nov.–Dec. 27–1 Wednesday–Sunday Thanksgiving Break (residence halls open)
Dec. 14 Saturday Winter Recess Begins (residence halls closed)
*Move-in dates for fall athletes will be coordinated by and communicated to students by their coach.