MEET THE ALL STAR POMS
Jeremiah McLean, Team Lead
Niwayan Ingram Team Lead
Aydia Cobb
Tamir Boggan Zhianna Davis
Mya Meadows Marlon Creft
Nasean Smith
Noah Mingo
Tavon Monroe Tavon King
Florence Wreh Jayden JD Dilday Armani Boozer
Jade Snipes
Wesley Green Oliphant Kevion Bryant Lex McAlmon
Day 1
STUDENT SCHEDULE
Check In | Dimple Residence Hall
9:00AM – 11:00AM
Students will be dropped off at the Dimple Newson Residence Hall where they will check –in with our Peer Orientation Mentor Team as well as Residence Life. Following check-in students & Guest will be escorted to the C.C Spaulding Gymnasium.
Welcome to SHAW U! | Gymnasium
11:00AM – 12:00PM
Join us for ULTIMATE Welcome to the Shaw University! ‘
Doors Open at 9:30AM | Music , Photobooth, and More upon arrival.
GROUP ROTATIONS! | Various Locations
12:00PM – 4:00PM
Rotations will take care in various covering an array of various topics and resources.
Lunch | Cafeteria
Experiential Learning and Career Development | Yancy Suite 222
Financial Aid | Student Accounts | Yancy 117 | Yancy 119
Small Groups | Ice Breakers | Various Locations
Putting the Success in Academic Success | ( Various Locations )
Exploratory (Undecided majors) | Yancy 233.
School of Arts, Science, and Humanities | Yancy 234
School of Business and Professional Studies | Yancy 126
School of Divinity | Yancy 117
Bears LIVE: The Game Show | Gymnasium
4:00PM – 5:00PM
Lets Get Lit, Lets Get Hype, for this Game Show of Guest & Staff Vs. Students!
BAND Meeting| Band Room
4:45PM – 5:15PM
Joining the Platinum Sound Band? Stop by for a meeting with Director King!
Cookout on the Quad | The Quad & Cafeteria
5:00PM – 6:00PM
Join us for a DJ, Some Great Food, and All the Vibes as we wrap up the day with a cookout on the lawn.
Break | Residence Hall
6:00PM – 7:00PM
Students will be able to relax, wind down, and recoup before the evening fun.
Movie Night / Basketball Court/ Game Night
7:00PM - 10:00PM
Students will be able to able to participate in various activities from a Movie Night in the Student Center Ball Room, Test their Skills on the Basketball Court, or engage in various activities in the Shaw University Bears Den!
Hall Meeting & Check In
10:30PM
Students will be able to touch basis with their orientation leaders as they prepare to wind the evening down.
Day 1
GUEST SCHEDULE
Check In | Dimple Residence Hall
9:00AM – 11:00AM
Students will be dropped off at the Dimple Newson Residence Hall where they will check –in with our Peer Orientation Mentor Team as well as Residence Life. Following check-in students & Guest will be escorted to the C.C Spaulding Gymnasium.
Welcome to SHAW U! | Gymnasium
11:00AM – 12:00PM
Join us for ULTIMATE Welcome to the Shaw University! ‘ Doors Open at 9:30AM | Music , Photobooth, and More upon arrival.
GROUP ROTATIONS! | Various Locations
12:00PM – 4:00PM
Rotations will take care in various covering an array of various topics and resources. Lunch | Cafeteria
Leaving The Den | How To Support Your Student | Chapel Campus Safety & Student Code of Conduct | Chapel Taking Care of Business | Various Locations Parents Lounge | Parent Fun | Book Store | Bears Den
Bears LIVE: The Game Show | Gymnasium
4:00PM – 5:00PM
Lets Get Lit, Lets Get Hype, for this Game Show of Guest & Staff Vs. Students!
BAND Meeting| Band Room
4:45PM – 5:15PM
Joining the Platinum Sound Band? Stop by for a meeting with Director King!
Cookout on the Quad | The Quad & Cafeteria
5:00PM – 6:00PM
Join us for a DJ, Some Great Food, and All the Vibes as we wrap up the day with a cookout on the lawn.
Guest will Depart Campus at 6PM .
Day 2
STUDENT SCHEDULE
Brunch ( Optional) | Cafeteria
8:00AM – 10:00AM
Student Leaders Panel | Gymnasium
10:15PM - 11:00PM
SHAW U Draft: Students will see the conclusion to the Shaw U-Niverse Skit and learn about the Student Leader Experience at Shaw University
Bear Break: Campus & Community Resource Fair | Student Center Ballroom
11:30am - 12pm
Various Campus Academic Departments, Campus Resources, and Community Groups
Group Rotations| Various Locations
12:00PM – 4:00PM
Rotations will take care in various covering an array of various topics and resources.
Lunch | Cafeteria
Student Rights & Campus Safety | Yancy 126
Voter Registration & Education | Tupper 107
Small Groups | Ice Breakers | Various Locations
Digital Services | Yancy 234
BEARS ON THE FIELD – THE ULTIMATE ICE BREAKER | Gymnasium
4:00PM – 5:00PM
The Ultimate Ice Breaker is going down on the yard. Learn more about your fellow Shaw U Class of 2028 in this Ultimate Ice Breaker Experience.
Dinner
5:00PM – 6:00PM
Join us for a premier dining experience in our Dining Hall.
Break | Residence Hall
6:00PM – 7:00PM
Students will be able to relax, wind down, and recoup before the evening fun.
Aux Battle and Gym Jam
7:00PM - 10:00PM
Students will participate in the Battle of ultimate playlist to see who can curate the ultimate vibe. This event will transition into a party experience for the students inside the Gymnasium.
Hall Meeting & Check In
10:30PM
Students will be able to able to touch basis with their orientation leaders as they prepare to wind the evening down.
GUEST SCHEDULE Day 2
Brunch | 8:00am - 9:00am | The Cafeteria
Rotations |10:00am - 3:00pm | Various Locations
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10:00AM – 10:40AM Money Matters Financial Aid & Student Accounts Presentation Chapel Money Matters
Aid & Student Accounts Presentation Chapel
10:50AM – 11:30AM Campus & Community Resource Fair Student Center Ballroom Campus & Community Resource Fair Student Center Ballroom
11:40AM – 12:20PM Lunch Cafeteria Lunch Cafeteria
12:30PM – 1:10PM Parent Fun Gymnasium Taking Care Of Business Various Locations
1:20PM – 2:00PM Taking Care of Business Various Locations Parent Fun Gymnasium
Raleigh Adventures | 2:00PM – 4:00PM | Chapel
Guests are invited to explore Downtown Raleigh and see what the downtown area has to offer. Guest will depart from the Chapel.
Guest Break | 4:00PM – 7:00PM
Shades of Shaw Dinner | 7:00PM - 9:00PM | Library
Guest are invited to enjoy a Shades of Shaw, come out with your Dressed to impress to party and network with Shaw University Faculty & Staff.
CHECK OUT FOR EVERYONE| SATURDAY MORNING 9AM
FUN FACTS ABOUT SHAW UNIVERSITY
Founded in 1865
School Colors| Garnet & White
School Mascot | The Bear
Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC) | Founded by Ella Baker and Dr. David Forbes Sr. in Shaw’s Chapel
1ST HBCU IN THE SOUTH
1st 4-year medical school in North Carolina
1st college in the nation to offer a 4-year medical program to African Americans
Leonard Hall is where the doctors studied. They were called Leonard men. The Leonard Building, which is the site of the nation’s first four-year graduate medical school, training primarily African Americans.
Shaw University is among the first in the South devoted to ministerial training and theological education.
Founder Reverend Henry Martin Tupper, an American Baptist minister, provides freed slaves training in the areas of teaching, social work, and religious education.
As early as 1880, with the assistance of the American Baptist Home Mission Society, Shaw advanced to producing graduates of its theological education courses.
CAMPUS RESOURCES
TO SUPPORT YOU IN YOUR TRANSITION INTO SHAW UNIVERSITY PLEASE CHECK OUT SOME OF THE RESOURCES THAT CAN HELP YOU ALONG THE WAY.
INSURANCE WAIVER INFORMATION
DIRECT DEPOSIT ENROLLMENT INFORMATION
COLLEGE GREEN PAYMENT PLAN
WRITING AND TUTORING CENTER
MOODLE
SHAW UNIVERSITY COMPLAINT PROCESS (GRIEVANCE)
JAMES E. CHEEK LEARNING RESOURCE CENTER ( LIBRARY)
Initial Enrollment Access available through Bearnet ID and Password to be directed to Herring Bank’s Enrollment site
Herring Bank Direct Deposit Enrollment Step by Step Instructions
Initially you will be asked to create a Username and Password specifically for Herring Bank.
1. Make Refund selection choice: Designate your choice of receiving your refund.
- I choose to use my existing bank account.
Bank account routing number (required) Bank account number (required)
2. - Do Not Have an Account; Open an account with Herring Bank (No Cost ) (checking this box will enable you to open an account with Herring Bank specifically for processing your Direct Deposits.)
3. Select How you want to be identified (preferably by your Social Security Number)
4. Once Identification (Social Security) selection is made Enter Social Security Number
5. Select photo Id Type used for personal Identification.
6. Enter Photo Identification information
Photo ID Number
Photo ID Expiration Date
7. Enter the following information for your Mother.
Mother’s Date of Birth
Mother’s Maiden Name (once the above information is enter ed a system generated PIN number will be created for you )
8. Provide Physical/Mailing address
9. An “E-sign Agreement” will appear, Upon through review of the agreement. Select: “I Accept & Finish”
10. Once the agreement is accepted and submitted a “Thank You” message will be sent from Herring Bank acknowledging successful submission of the refund choice
What happens once the data is submitted ?
Students who open an account with Herring Bank will receive Herring Bank debit card within 10 business days of submission of opening an account.
Please Note:
The Debit card will be mailed to the address that you provide therefore it is extremely important that you provide the correct mailing address.
Herring Bank Username and Password:
You will not be able to use your Shaw username and password to gain access to the Herring Bank Direct Deposit site.
Please retain your Herring Bank Username and Password for future use to access your Herring bank account information.
Answer to Your Payment Concerns
The Perfect Fit For Your Finances
Affordable Payment Plans
Most students rely on Federal aid to fund their college cost; Most students are fortunate enough to receive ample funding through Grants, Loans and Scholarships funds. However, there are numerous students who unfortunately do not qualify for sufficient funds to cover the total cost of tuition and fees. To assist these underfunded students, Shaw University has partnered with Herring Bank to offer students the opportunity to enroll in a College Green Payment Plan, an affordable Payment Plan designed to fit individual budgets.
What Does This Mean for Students ?
Students are able to enroll in a payment plan: Enrolling in a College Green Payment Plan gives students monthly options to pay off their outstanding balance due to the university. Payment plans are monthly payment options set up by FA LL and SPRING semesters
Convenient Payment Methods :
College Green Payment Plan provides an online payment system that allows students to make secure payments 24/7 using their debit/credit, or Bank Account.
Low-cost Payment Plan Fees:
College Green Payment Plan is designed to offer students the following low Payment Plan fees:
• $35 per plan enrollment (Fee Waived)
• $30 returned payment fee
• $5 payment method change fee
Easy Online Enrollment
• Go to www.Shawu.edu
• Go to your Bearsnet Account and log in (key ID number and Password)
• Select Students at the top of screen
• Scroll down to Herring Banks Account Information
• Click on the current year/term
• Click on Enroll in Payment Plan button
Overall Benefits
• Quick, Easy and Convenient Enrollment
• Secure Online Payments
• Pay with debit/credit card or Bank Account
Hey there, Shaw University Scholars!
Welcome to your one-stop-shop for academic excellence the Writing and Tutorial Center!
Are you struggling with math, science, or writing? Do you need a boost with study skills? Look no further! Our trained tutors are here to support you through any challenge.
Pave your path to success one tutoring session at a time schedule a FREE appointment today!
How We Help You Succeed
•Personalized Support: Receive one-on-one attention tailored to your unique learning needs.
•Experienced Tutors: Work with knowledgeable tutors who are passionate about learning.
•Flexible Scheduling: Book appointments that fit your busy student life, including evenings and weekends.
•Online or In-Person: Choose the mode of tutoring that suits you best, whether it’s virtual or face-to-face.
•Subject Variety: Get help with a wide range of subjects, including math, science, and writing.
•Academic Coaching: Learn effective study strategies, time management, and organization skills.
To schedule an appointment with one of our academic success tutors, visit shawu.mywconline.com.
5.Be present and ready for your appointment.
What to Expect
During a tutoring appointment, you can expect one-on-one help that is tailored to you. Our tutors will work with you to understand what you need and what you’re struggling with. They will explain things clearly, give you examples, and make sure you get lots of practice. Remember that your tutor is there to support you in reaching your academic goals.
How to Prepare
You should bring your assignment, assignment guidelines, rubric and any notes/drafts that you have done. Be sure to complete any required course readings that you can ahead of time.
During the appointment, be willing to actively engage with your tutor by asking questions and seeking clarification when needed. Your participation is key to a successful lesson!
Online Appointments
If you choose an online appointment, you will work with a writing tutor in real-time in WC Online. Meetings take place using the built-in video appointment module. Log in to WC Online five minutes before the start of your appointment. Then, select "Start or Join Online Appointment.” In the online appointment video chat, you may upload your assignment guidelines using the file upload button or share your screen.
Appointment Policies
•Appointment Scheduling: You can schedule appointments in advance through our online booking system, WC Online, or by coming into the tutoring center. Walk-in appointments are dependent on tutor availability.
•Reschedule and Cancellation: If you need to cancel your appointment, you can do so in WC Online or contact the Writing and Tutorial Center at 919-546-8468 or writingcenter@shawu.edu
•Lateness: If you are running late, please notify the tutoring center. Tutors may not be able to extend your appointment due to other commitments. If you do not notify your tutor, your appointment may be given to a walk-in client or canceled.
•Professional Conduct: Students and tutors are expected to maintain professionalism and respect during tutoring sessions. Disruptive or disrespectful behavior may result in termination of the appointment.
•No-Show Policy: A “No-Show” is defined as missing a scheduled appointment without notice. After three missed appointments in one semester, your ability to make appointments will be temporarily revoked. You are still encouraged to use the Writing Center on a walk-in basis.
Writing and Tutorial Resources
Grammarly Premium
Are you signed up for a FREE Grammarly Premium account? Stop by the Writing and Tutorial Center or email shannon.pitone@shawu.edu to get access today!
Here’s how Grammarly Premium can benefit you: Elevate Your Writing: Grammarly is more than just basic spell-check; it is your personal 24/7 writing coach. It will help you make sure your papers are polished and professional. Improve Clarity: Say goodbye to vague and confusing sentences! Grammarly offers suggestions for improving sentence structure and word choice, making your writing clearer and more impactful. Real-Time Feedback: Add Grammarly as an extension to your web browser or Microsoft Word, and you’ll receive real-time suggestions as you write, whether it’s for an essay, email, or a social media post. Continuous Learning: Grammarly provides explanations for suggested changes, helping you learn from your mistakes and become a better writer over time.
Do not let writing challenges hold you back sign up for your free Grammarly Premium account today!
ShawU Writing Resource Handouts
•Thesis Statements
•Topic Sentences
•Transition Words and Phrases
•Body Paragraph Development
•Outlining
•Prewriting and Brainstorming
•Quoting, Paraphrasing and Summarizing
•How to Avoid Plagiarism
•Annotated Bibliography
•Finding Credible Sources
•Point of View
•Revising and Editing
•Writing in an Academic Tone
•Email Etiquette
Frequently
Asked Questions (FAQ)
1.What is tutoring and how can it benefit me?
Tutoring is a one-on-one or group educational support service designed to help you understand and excel in your coursework. It can benefit you by providing personalized assistance, clarifying concepts, improving your study skills, and boosting your confidence in challenging subjects.
2.Who are the tutors, and what are their qualifications?
Our tutors are qualified and experienced individuals with expertise in various subjects. They include current Shaw University students and professional educators. Each tutor is carefully selected based on their subject knowledge and teaching skills.
3.Do you take walk-ins?
Yes, but we recommend making an appointment in advance so you will not have to wait for an opening.
4.Can a group make an appointment for help with a group project?
Definitely. Be sure that all members of the group are available to meet, and plan to meet for an hour.
5.Is there a cost for tutoring services?
Not at all! The Writing and Tutorial services are completely free to Shaw University students!
6.What should I bring to my tutoring appointment?
It’s a good idea to come prepared with your course materials, textbooks, class notes, assignments, and any specific questions or topics you’d like to discuss with your tutor. The more information you provide, the more effective your session will be!
7.Can I work independently in the Writing and Tutorial center?
Absolutely! You are always welcome to use the space - either to work independently or to work with a study group. We have plenty of computer workstations, lounge sections with couches, supplies, games and an excellent library selection of contemporary literature and textbooks! We also have a printer and copier that is free for student use.
8.Can I request tutoring for test preparation or study skills?
Yes, we offer support for any academic challenge you may face! Our tutors can help you develop effective study techniques and time management strategies to help you ace your coursework!
9.How often can I make an appointment?
You are welcome to stop by the Writing and Tutorial Center as often as you need to. There is no limit to the number of appointments you are allowed to have per week. If we have open spots, come see us!
10.What if I need to reschedule or cancel my appointment?
We understand that unexpected events can occur. To reschedule or cancel your appointment, try to provide at least 24 hours’ notice. You can do so through our online booking system, WC Online. Late cancellations or no-shows may affect your future booking privileges.
Moodle:
Students and professors at Shaw connect via Shaw Online. Our Learning Management System, Moodle, is accessible online at moodle.shawu.edu and on Bearsnet
Moodle Resources on the main page of Shaw Online provide overviews of various features, including how-to videos for submitting assignments, taking quizzes, and participating in discussion forums.
Student resources are also available on the left of this webpage.
Moodle Login
Moodle login credentials are the same as those on Bearsnet, with a secure username (Student ID number) & password (PIN). Once logged in, view your courses under My Courses on the left. Click on a course to access your course content. For assistance with Moodle, contact the Moodle Helpdesk. For password assistance, contact IT at helpdesk@shawu.edu
Moodle Assistance
For technical issues, please contact the Moodle Help Desk via:
· Email: moodlehelp@shawu.edu
Shaw University Complaint Process (Grievance)
Shaw University is committed to meeting the needs of every student. That is why Shaw University is an approved institution under the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement - North Carolina (SARA-NC). The agreement establishes comparable national standards for the interstate offering of post-secondary distance education courses and programs across state lines.
The SARA agreement is designed to make it easier for North Carolina colleges and universities to provide online and distance education options to students in other states. The agreement also provides basic protections for students and requires Shaw University to provide current and prospective students with contact information for filing complaints with the University, its accrediting agencies, and with state agencies that handle complaints in each student’s state of residence.
•Student Complaint Information by State and Agency
•NC-SARA State Portal Entities
Students residing outside the State of North Carolina while taking online courses from Shaw University who desire to resolve an academic grievance or complaint should follow the Shaw University Complaint Process below:
Student Complaint Process
Shaw University students are advised to begin the complaint process at the departmental level where the concern resides. In communicating specific concerns, complaints, and grievances, students are encouraged to follow established policies and procedures outlined in the online Shaw University Student Handbook (p. 102) and the Shaw University Academic Catalog
Student complaints may include, but are not limited to, concerns with the general living and learning environment on campus, such as housing, dining, grades, academics, harassment and nondiscrimination policy complaints, reports of sexual misconduct, Honor Code violations, financial aid probation or suspension, accessibility services, or access to educational records.
All Shaw University students who wish to resolve a grievance or complaint may complete the online form.
