2018 Gold Rush Days Orientation Guide

WhereYou Belong!

2018MUSTANG

GOLDRUSHDAYS

ORIENTATIONGUIDE August 23-26, 2018

Gold Rush Days at Southwest Minnesota State University is a new student orientation program intended to help you transition to life as a Mustang.

Over these four days you will have the opportunity to participate in various events that will assist you in navigating the campus, connecting with new and current Mustangs, faculty, staff and the Marshall co­­­mmunity, all while having a blast!

WELCOME TO

Gold Rush Days is an inclusive program intended for all students. First year, transfer, international, domestic, graduate, undergraduate and non-traditional students are welcome and encouraged to participate. No matter how you got to SMSU...

Gold Rush Days!

WE’RE ALL MUSTANGS!

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MOVEINDAY

Check-in

Get the

mustang app

THURSDAY, AUGUST 23, 2018 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM RESIDENCE LIFE TENT By Residence Life Office (Naoutha) Stop by the Residence Life Tent to check in to your residence hall! You’ll get your keys, important information, and Res Life staff will direct you to the appropriate hall.

MUSTANG MOVERS: Available from 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM! The Mustang Movers consist of Orientation Leaders, SMSU students, faculty, staff, alumni and members of the Marshall community! They’ll help you unload your car and bring it to your room FREE OF CHARGE! RESIDENT ASSISTANTS: Your Resident Assistant (RA) will be in the lobby of your residence hall. They are your guide to living on campus! If you have questions about lofting, furniture, or anything else about living in the residence halls, they are here to help you!

MOVEINPARKING

Temporary parking is available on Birch Street as you move in. In order to accommodate all students moving in, please move your vehicle once it is empty. You can park in the lots located on the East and West ends of campus.

Please be sure you do not park in a “Reserved” spot. (See map on back)

#GRD18

The Mustang App is your guide through Gold Rush Days at SMSU! Download the FREE app in the Apple Store or Google Play and complete the registration with your SMSU email before you arrive on campus.

The mustang app includes::

• Schedule of Events • Times and Locations of Events • GPS capability to direct you to the correct locations • Check In capability (win PRIZES!) • Event Descriptions • Social Media Interactions

Check In at Gold Rush Day Events for your chance to win some great prizes including gift cards, SMSU apparel, and other sweet stuff!

Keep the Mustang App year round to follow SMSU Athletic Events and continue to win prizes throughout the year!

ASK ME

If you have questions, you’ll see Orientation Leaders with signs on the SW and SE corners of campus. Ask them for directions or other questions you have!

You’ll also notice a number of people with “Ask Me” buttons who are also there to help answer questions and guide you in the right direction this weekend and throughout the first few weeks of classes!

to download the app in the apple store or google play store, search “smsu mustangs”

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Gold Rush Days

STUDENTSCHEDULE Mustang Move-in 2018

THURSDAYAUGUST23

8:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. Move-In Day!!!

Residence Hall Check-In

The SMSU Residence Life staff is ready to

welcome you to on-campus living! Stop by their tent to check-in, get your room keys and other information about living in the SMSU Residence Halls.

8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Mustang Movers All Residence Halls

SMSU Orientation Leaders, students,

faculty, staff, alumni and members of the Marshall community will assist you as you move into your residence hall! Nothing says “family” like helping someone move!

10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. SMSU Alumni

Schwan’s Ice Cream Cart Central Courtyard

Enjoy some Schwan’s Ice Cream sponsored by the SMSU Alumni Office!

10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Stuff-a-Stanger

Central Courtyard

Create yor own plush mustang with help from members of the Non-traditional Student Organization. This soft Stanger will help commemorate your move in day for only $20. Sponsored by the NTSO.

5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Mustang Meeting

On-Campus Students

Must Attend!

Residence Hall Lounges

Get to know your neighbors and start

making connections. Led by your Resident Assistant and your Orientation Leader, find out more about life on-campus and the upcoming Gold Rush Days events.

Mustang Meeting

Transfer, Commuter,

Non-traditional Students

Student Center 249 (fishbowl)

Do you identify with one of the student

Must Attend!

groups above? If so, this meeting is for you! Led by your Orientation Leader, find out more about being an SMSU student and learn about the services and resources that are here for you! You’ll also hear about upcoming Gold Rush Days events and start making connections with other Mustangs.

6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Dinner with OL’s & RA’s Residential Restaurant 9:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Sex Signals SMSU Theatre

Sex Signals has become one of the most

Must Attend!

provide a summer cookout for students,

families, Mustang Movers and the SMSU

Campus Community.

12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. FREE Chair Massages Commons East

Enjoy a free chair massage courtesy of

Health Source of Marshall.

popular sexual assault prevention programs on college campuses through its unorthodox, humor-facilitated approach to examining our culture, sex, and the core issue of bystander intervention. A 2 person team of highly trained educators take the audience on an interactive, relevant and often hilarious exploration of beliefs, behaviors and gender stereotypes related to dating and sexual interaction.

sponsored by the Catholic & Lutheran Ministries.

today’s top EDM, hip-hop and pop music!

Enter the pool through the locker rooms in the PE building.

Women Only: 10:00 - 11:00 pm Co-Ed: 11:00 - 12:00 am

11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. US Bank Campus Cookout Front of Conference Center

US Bank and Chartwells are happy to

10:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. Pool Party 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Ice Cream Social SMSU Pool Campus Religious Center

Wear your swimming suit and party in the

Stop by for a Root Beer Float pool! Floaties are provided along with

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The items in this schedule are subject to change. Check Mustang App for updates.

FRIDAYAUGUST24 9:00 a.m. - 9:20 a.m. Mustang Meeting

On-Campus Students

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ransfer, Commuter, on-traditional Students

Student Center 249 (fishbowl)

9:30 a.m.- 10:30 a.m. New Student Convocation RA Facility

Your official welcome to campus from the

Must Attend!

SMSU administration, faculty and staff!

Hear from President Connie J. Gores, Provost Dwight C. Watson and featured alumni speaker, Veronica Fischer, talk about how to find success early and throughout your SMSU career!

10:45 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Meet Your Advisor!

Various Locations (we will lead you)

In this session you will learn more about your major, meet your faculty advisor, and hear more about the classes and opportunities that await you! If you are undeclared, there will be a special session to help you explore the majors offered at SMSU! 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Playfair RA Facility

PLAYFAIR is totally unlike anything else you have ever experienced. It’s entertainment! It’s fun! It’s the perfect way to make new campus friendships!

PLAYFAIR is a great way to meet other new students and promotes campus unity and school spirit!

1:30 p.m.

Mental Health Awareness BA 156

Transitioning to college can present some challenges. Find out more about how to deal with those challenges and what resources are here to help you.

3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Activity Block

Sand Volleyball Tournament

Sand VB Courts

Sign up for Sand Volleyball before

Bean Bag Tournament Central Courtyard

Sign up with a partner in the Student Center before 1:00 pm.

Mustang Zone Student Center

Come chill in the Mustang Zone! Play billiards, table tennis, PS4 and WiiU for free!

3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Student Success Sessions

Attend one of these awesome info sessions to learn more about some of the services available at SMSU! AOS Meet & Greet Commons East

Come out and meet Access Opportunity Success (AOS) and the Office of Diversity and Inclusion (ODI) service faculty to learn more about services, programs and activities planned for the upcoming year.

This will be an opportunity to meet with representatives from various cultural clubs and organizations as well as a chance for AOS scholar participants to meet with professors!

Oyate Club Meet & Greet

Commons East

This session will provide a place where Native American students and those interested in Native American culture can share their interests and goals.

Tips for Academic Success SC 249

Prepare yourself for your 1st semester of college with some tips to help you achieve the academic success you want.

6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Laser Tag Lower Conference Center

Get ready for some high-energy laser tag!

Sign up in the Student Center as a team

or come as you are and we’ll pair you up!

Sponsored by SMSU Veterans Center and Minnesota National Guard.

9:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. Pop Rocks!

The Schwan Regional Event Center Plaza

Pop ROCKS is a HIGH ENERGY LIVE

Slip-n-Slide Kickball

1:00 p.m. in the Student Center and arrive at the courts by 2:45 p.m. for announcements. Sign up individually or with a team!

Grass Lot by Campus Daycare

MUSIC SHOW that plays the BIGGEST DANCE PARTY HITS made to fill the floor!

Pop ROCKS brings you the best of today’s hottest top 40 hits, throwback hip-hop, pop country, party rock and timeless classics all mashed up and delivered in a PARTY ZONE format!

Sign up in the Student Center individually or with a team by 1:00 pm and arrive to the grass lot by the Campus Daycare by 2:45 pm.

The items in this schedule are subject to change. Check Mustang App for updates.

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SATURDAYAUGUST25

Student Success Sessions Activities not your thing? Attend one of 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Campus & Classroom Tours Upper Level Student Center

Need another tour of campus or want

help finding your classrooms? The SMSU Orientation Leaders will be available to show you around campus!

Bring your class schedule and they’ll even show you where your classrooms are. Available to all new students! Also available on Sunday at 3:00 PM.

10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Downtown Marshall

Scavenger Hunt

Meet outside SMSU Conference Center

See what downtown Marshall has to

offer and get some great prizes along the way! We will bus students downtown where area businesses will open their doors so you can explore the options and shop local!

12:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Mud Volleyball Tournament Green Lot (west of campus)

A staple of SMSU Gold Rush Days,

Mud Volleyball is an event you won’t want to miss! Sponsored by the Mustang Maniacs, you can sign up in the student center before 11:00 AM Saturday and be at the Mud Volleyball courts by 12:00 PM. Bring your own team or we’ll help you find one.

Complimentary showers are sponsored by the Marshall Fire Department!

these awesome info sessions to get a refresher on accessing your SMSU email and E-Services or learn more about eating right.

Web Survival Recap BA 314 Need a refresher on accessing your SMSU email, E-Services and more? Stop by this session for a recap with the SMSU Admission staff.

Eating Right at College SC 249

Staying mentally and physically healthy can depend a lot on what you’re eating.

Join the Chartwells staff to learn more about healthy eating at SMSU!

5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

SMSU Intramurals Intro RA Lobby

Over 80% of students participate in

intramurals every year! Find out what we offer, how to sign up and also learn about possible employment positions with intramurals!

5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

Wheelchair Basketball Demo PE Gym

Get to know the Rolling Mustangs and

find out what it’s like to play wheelchair basketball during this interactive session! These awesome student-athletes will show you the ropes and give you a chance to show off your skills!

7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Blake Fly Fine Arts Theatre

Blake Fly is on a mission to improve

Must Attend!

campus culture by helping people realize they matter. (And he’s a really fly guy!) He will help you instill acts of appreciation, recognition and thoughtfulness into your intentional daily routines at college. Blake uses live music, storytelling and humor to accomplish his mission and is said to be one of the top youth speakers in the nation. Don’t miss his inspiring and fun show!

9:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. STAT Bonfire SMSU Tailgating Lot

Come join us for a bonfire to kick off

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the semester right! We’ll provide the music and good vibes! Sponsored

by Students Today Alumni Tomorrow and Mustang Traditions.

The items in this schedule are subject to change. Check Mustang App for updates.

SUNDAYAUGUST26 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Yoga at Central Courtyard Central Courtyard

Take some time to destress and center yourself before starting the semester.

No experience with yoga? No problem!

All skill levels are welcome! Bring your own mat if you have one and water bottle (we’ll have a few extra mats to share if you don’t have one!) Be sure to wear something comfortable.

11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Cupcake Decorating Contest Upper Student Center

Try your hand at cupcake decorating! The cupcakes and decorations are provided.

Be sure to bring your A game because we’ll have prizes for the winners! Plus, who doesn’t love to eat cupcakes?!

with

11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Soccer Tournament

SMSU Soccer Club

The Schwan Regional Event Center

Sponsored by the SMSU Soccer Club, enjoy a game of soccer at the Regional Event Center! All skills levels are welcome!

1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Van Tours/Bike Tours Front of Campus Religious Center

Get to know your new community!

Hop on the van or ride a bike around town with our Orientation Leaders to learn more about the what and where of Marshall. Bring your own bike or check one out from Residence Life (limited supply).

2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Transfer Student Social Lower Level Student Center

Coffee House at SMSU

4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Shooters Sporting Clays 10713 300th St., Marshall MN 56258

Whether you’re a skilled marksman or a

novice, come join us at Shooters Sporting Clays for some stress-relieving recreational clay target shooting! Bring your own shotgun or rentals will be provided for free. Meet in front of the Campus Religious Center if you’d like a ride or meet us there!

Sponsored by University Sportsperson’s Association.

4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. SMSU Drama Club Improv Show Black Box Theatre

Join the SMSU Drama Club as they present an evening filled with hilarious original sketches, comedic scenes and much more!

4:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Mustang Happy Hour Upper Level Student Center

Join Student Body President Ola Abimbola and other student leaders to learn more about the importance of campus involvement and student leadership! You can win some awesome prizes just by stopping by and talking to these outstanding student leaders!

7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Mustang Family Photos

& Final Meetings

Residence Hall Lounges / SC 249

Must Attend!

Meet in your Residence Hall lounge or

SC 249­before joining us at the Regional Event Center for our Mustang Family picture! Your Resident Assistant will cover information about living on campus afterwards and your Orientation Leader will wrap up Gold Rush Days! Classes start Monday! GO MUSTANGS!

Transferring to SMSU? Stop by the

coffee house for a cup of your favorite beverage and meet other incoming transfer students! We’ll chat, answer questions and you’ll hear from current students who transferred to SMSU! Prizes available!

help finding your classrooms? The SMSU Orientation Leaders will be available to show you around campus!

Bring your class schedule and they’ll even show you where your classrooms are. Available to all new students!

3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Campus/Classroom Tours Upper Level Student Center

Need another tour of campus or want

The items in this schedule are subject to change. Check Mustang App for updates.

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2018RESIDENTASSISTANTS TUSMO ALI

HANNAH BEACOM

Sirius/Titan

Sr. Resident Assistant

Justice A d min.

Mar keting

St. P au l, MN

Sioux Falls, SD

JO S H U A B E R N IN

Clapper – Culinology®

JULIE DENNING

Pu b lic R elation s Prof. Writing

Public Relations Sociology

East B ethel, MN

Hastings, MN

Armstong

KRISTEN J O HN S T O N Sweetland Hall

Sweetland Hall

KATHERYN MADSON Sybaris

Sp ecial Ed u catio n

Justice Adm in Business

Faribau lt, MN

Boyd, MN

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KELLY REGAN

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Sr. Resident Assistant

Porter

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Culinolog y ® W hite B e a r Lake, MN

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Res Life Office Manager

Charisma – Agriculture

Hudson, NH

KEATON ROMMEL

DAVID SHITTU

Ju stice A d min.

Math & Computer Science

Sr. Resident Assistant

Daven p o rt, IA

ELIZABETH ZOYA Selene

T h eatre A rts Histo ry Map lewo o d , MN

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Chez Nous

Camaraderie – Blue to Brown

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MANDY HARRIS

Secondary Ed History

Exercise Science Broadcast Media

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New Ulm, MN

Blair, NE

Chanhassen, MN

St. Cloud, MN

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Eagan, MN

Ortonville, MN

New Prague, MN

Sleepy Eye, MN

Fairfax, MN

Hayfield, MN

Morgan, MN

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Elementary Ed Early Childhood

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Accounting

White Bear Lake, MN

Owatonna, MN

Milbank, SD

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JA C O B ZELL

Culinology®

Social Work

Broadcast & Digital Media

White Bear Lake, MN

Litchfield, MN

Pipestone, MN

Plainview, MN

St. Louis Park, MN

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FREQUENTLYASKEDQUESTIONS When does my Fall Semester bill have to be paid?

A: Students must have met the minimum payment criteria by August 6, 2018. Minimum payment criteria can be viewed at www.smsu.edu/paymentpolicy .

How do I go about finding a job on campus?

A: First, check to see if you have been awarded work-study, which is granted through the FAFSA. You can find your award letter under the “Financial Aid” tab on e-services. Campus job openings for both work-study and regular pay will be posted on the Financial Aid website, then search “student employment.”

It is up to you to contact the departments or areas in which you are interested and ask if they have any jobs available. Check the SMSU Dining Services website for additional job opportunities.

How do I get paid for the work-study hours I work?

A: All student workers are paid via direct deposit into your bank account. You will receive a direct deposit every two weeks for the number of hours worked. Most students work an average of 8-10 hours per week and get paid $9.50 per hour.

When will the overage from my financial aid become available?

A: All financial aid funds will be applied first to the charges on your account. Students who are expecting an overage are encouraged to fill out the Direct Deposit Form online by August 31, 2018. Any remaining funds will be directly deposited into your bank account (savings or checking) on September 7, 2018. If you did not sign up for Direct Deposit, a printed overage check will be mailed from SMSU on September 7, 2018.

When should I buy my books?

A: The Barnes & Noble Campus Store will be open during Gold Rush Days for new students to purchase their books. (Hours on page 11) Students may rent or purchase new or used books from Barnes & Noble Campus Store, and digital books may be available. The bookstore will match BN.com and Amazon prices. (stipulations apply)

Can I change my meal plan if it is not right for me?

A: YES. Meal plan changes for Fall Semester may be made through Friday, September 7, 2018. Meal plan changes for spring semester can be made the last two weeks of fall semester through the first two weeks of spring classes. These requests need to be submitted in writing to the Mustang Card Center, located on the second floor of the Student Center.

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When do meal plans start?

A: Meal plans begin Thursday, August 23, for the evening meal.

Meals from your dining plan can be used in the Residential Restaurant located in the Student Center. The meal plan week starts on Saturday and runs through Friday. Your meal plan will start over each week. Your meals do not carry over from week to week.

How do I use my Mustang Money?

A: Mustang Money can be loaded on your Mustang ID card and used just like CASH to purchase anything at the Barnes & Noble Campus Store, The Mustang Zone, all campus food venues including the restaurant, Coffee House and convenience stores, even snack vending machines. Mustang Money also gets your laundry done in the Res Halls, increases your print quota at the TRC and can be used at the Cashier’s Window. Mustang Money is the easy way to make purchases on campus without carrying cash. For more information or to add more Mustang Money visit www.smsu.edu/mustangcard.­­

What are Dining Dollars & how do I use them?

A: Dining Dollars is the money associated with your meal plan that allows you to use your meal plan allocation outside of Residential Dining. Dining Dollars can be used at all food service locations, both retail and at Residential Dining (however meal plan swipes will be used in Res Dining before Dining Dollars are used). Dining Dollars roll over from 1st semester to 2nd semester, are a tax-free option and can be added to your account at any time.

Are there things to do on campus after Gold Rush Days?

A: YES! Gold Rush Days are just the beginning! Different groups will offer programing throughout the year ranging from concerts to game nights to service projects. Your RA will also host programs in your Residence Hall, and you’re invited to attend other halls’ programs as well. Don’t be afraid to try something new!

CENTER

TECHNOLOGY RESOURCE

The Technology Resource Center (TRC) can help you get connected to campus wifi, access your SMSU email on your mobile device, download virus protection and Microsoft Office for free! Bring your laptop, smart phone, tablet, etc. to the TRC for assistance or call the help desk (507) 537-6111.

August 20 to 22: 8am to 5pm August 23 to 24: 8am to 6pm August 25: 9am to noon August 26: 1pm to 4pm August 27 to 30: 7:30am to 11pm August 31: 7:30am to 6pm

Located in

THE MCFARLAND LIBRARY

CAREER SERVICES Deciding on a Major?

Visit SMSU Career Services in BA 156 for help!

Investigate careers in various majors, take assessments, learn more about career development and academic options at SMSU! Follow us for updates on career fairs and job opportunities.

Career Services Southwest Minnesota State University @SMSUcareers In addition to Facebook and Twitter, we also have a Pinterest channel: https://www.pinterest.com/smsucareers

REGISTRATIONFORFALL

Although many of you have registered for your fall classes, some have not.

Information regarding August Registration on Wednesday, August 22, will be mailed to students prior to the program. You will need to RSVP by visiting www.smsu.edu/ go/registration. If you have questions about registration, please contact the Office of Admission at 1-800-642-0684 ext. 6286.

FINANCIALAIDINFORMATION

Check the status of your financial aid via e-services at www.SMSU.edu. If your award has not been finalized, your loan is not certified, or you have questions, please contact the Financial Aid Office at 1-800-642-0684 or 507-537-6281. The Financial Aid Office is open Monday - Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

EMPLOYMENTINFORMATION

VERIFICATION: If you plan to work on campus while attending Southwest Minnesota State University, regulations require you to present your original social security card and a photo ID to your employer to verify your eligibility to work in the United States. Please be sure to bring these documents with you when you come to SMSU so your payments are not delayed.

DIRECT DEPOSIT: All students working on campus will receive payment by direct deposit into their bank account (checking or savings). Enroll in direct deposit online through your e-services account.

IMPORTANTPAYMENTDATES Aug. 6

Students must have met the minimum payment criteria. Minimum payment criteria can be viewed at www.SMSU.edu/PaymentPolicy.

Aug. 13

(Students with financial aid overages can begin charging books at the bookstore.)

Aug. 31

Must meet at least minimum payment criteria for classes registered for after Aug. 1.

Aug. 31

Last day to add classes & last day to drop classes with a refund.

Sept. 4

Registration cancellation for non-payment. If minimum payment criteria are not met, classes will be cancelled.

Sept. 5

Financial Aid will be applied to fall semester bills.

Sept. 7

Financial Aid Overages: • Direct deposits will be released to bank accounts.

• All checks will be mailed from SMSU to your local address.

Oct. 1

Payment due date.

Oct. 25

Final fall semester payment plan due date.

Bookstore charging begins.

#GRD18

The GLBTA+ Student Organization is a safe place for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender, Asexual, and other marginalized people who need a place they can be “out” and welcomed. Meetings and activities center around our culture as a marginalized group and current events. Through support, educational programs, and social events, GLBTA+ hopes to increase sensitivity and knowledge of GLBTA+ issues within a cis-heteronormative society while creating a safe environment free from discrimination for its members. These events will be open to the public in order to promote understanding among the wider community.

Phone – 507-537-7691 • Email – smsuglbta@gmail.com • Location – Social Science 116

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IMPORTANTINFORMATION MUSTANG CARD CENTER GOLD RUSH HOURS: Barnes & Noble

The Barnes & Noble Campus Store will be open extended hours during Mustang Gold Rush Days and the first week of classes. Below is a list of the times they will be open for you.

Don’t forget to bring your class schedule if you’re planning to purchase or rent your books!

THURSDAY & FRIDAY: 9 AM – 6 PM

Monday, August 20 - Wednesday, August 22 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Thursday, August 23 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Friday, August 24

CAMPUS DINING HOURS 8/23-8/26

9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Saturday, August 25 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Sunday, August 26 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Monday, August 27 - Thursday, August 30 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Friday, August 31 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

(Following Orientation week, normal hours are 9:00am-6:00pm Monday-Thursday, 9:00am-5:00pm Friday and 10:00am-4:00pm Saturday)

CASHIER HOURS

The Cashier’s window in Business Services (IL 132) will be open extended hours during Gold Rush Days and the first week of classes for account questions and payments.

AUGUST 23 - 24 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

RES. RESTAURANT

COFFEE HOUSE

8/23 5:00pm - 7:00pm

8/23 7:30am - 6:00pm

8/24 7:00am - 7:00pm

8/24 7:30am - 6:00pm

8/25 10:00am - 2:00pm 5:00pm - 7:00pm

8/25 9:00am - 3:00pm

8/26 10:00am - 2:00pm 5:00pm - 7:00pm

C-STORE 8/23 4:00pm - 10:00pm 8/24 11:00am - 10:00pm 8/25 11:00am - 10:00pm

(resumes normal hours of 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.)

RETAIL FOOD COUNTER

8/23 4:00pm - 9:00pm 8/24 11:00am - 9:00pm 8/25 11:00am - 9:00pm

AUGUST 27 - 31 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

SEPTEMBER 3 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

8/26 9:00am - 3:00pm

8/26 11:00am - 10:00pm 8/26 11:00am - 9:00pm

PARKING PERMIT

Permits will be available for purchase at the Cashier’s Window (IL 132) and the Public Safety office (basement of Founder’s Hall).

The cost of a Regular parking permit is $93.00 for the year.

Parking permits are required by September

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SEARCH FOR

Southwest Minnesota State University

­­­­Check out the Marshall Convention and Visitors Bureau at

SAVETHEDATE! PART TIME JOB FAIR AUGUST 28, 2018 • 12:00 - 2:00 P.M. Upper Student Center

www.visitmarshallmn.com for more information on dining, lodging, entertainment, and shopping options.

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS FAIR SEPTEMBER 5, 2018 • 11:00 A.M. - 2:00 P.M. Upper Level Student Center College is all about connections and the Clubs and Organizations Fair is a great place to start! Meet with representatives from various SMSU Clubs and Organizations to hear more about who they are and what they do.

WORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

12TH ANNUAL AG BOWL

Campus Religious Center at SMSU Catholic Mass at 11:30 AM on Sunday, August 26th

The day is a celebration of agriculture in Minnesota and features numerous events for both kids and adults. The day is capped by the SMSU football game versus Wayne State starting at 6 p.m.

Agape Fellowship The Assembly of God Church Calvary Chapel Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church Christ United Presbyterian Church Church of Christ The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Cornerstone United Methodist Church Evangelical Free Church Faith Family Christian Center First Baptist Church First Lutheran Church – ELCA Good Shepherd Lutheran Church – Missouri Synod Grace Life Church – Full Gospel Holy Redeemer Catholic Church The Islamic Society of Marshall Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witness Living Word Lutheran Church – LCMC Radiant Life Church River of Life Alliance Church Saint James Episcopal Church Saint Stephen Lutheran Church – ELCA

SEPTEMBER 8, 2018

6TH ANNUAL MUSTANG SUCCESS NIGHT Thursday, September 13

Popcorn! Keynote Speaker! Support Services Fair! Prizes!

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with faculty/staff from all over campus and learn about available support services to assist with your success.

FAMILY WEEKEND SEPTEMBER 21-23, 2018

Join in the fun on Family Weekend when parents, siblings, grandparents, and family members come to SMSU to have fun with their student and experience campus with them.

Many activities will fill the weekend, check www.smsu.edu/family for the updates.

HOMECOMING OCTOBER 6, 2018

See page 13 for the full homecoming week schedule

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Saturday, October 6

Save the date!

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 24

12:00 pm SMSU Faculty/Staff Alumni Luncheon Conference Center Upper Ballroom

MONDAY, OCTOBER 1 7:30 am Donught Drop Sponsored by STAT

5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Stampede Feed Sponsored by Chartwells - Alumni Plaza

7:00 pm Coronation Conference Center Lower Ballroom 8:30 pm Take 2 Improv Black Box Theater

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 5

BROWN & GOLD SPIRIT DAY 9:00 am Foundation Board Meeting Conference Center Lower Ballroom

King & Queen Voting Online SA Link

10:00 am Mustang Mentorship Program Social Civic Engagement Office

7:00 pm Lazer light show SMSU Planetarium

12:00 pm Alumni Awards Luncheon Conference Center Upper Ballroom

9:00 pm Candidates Night - Hypnotist: Chris Jones PE Gym

2:30 pm Alumni Board Meeting Student Center

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 26

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 3

11:00 am - 2:00 pm Mustang’s Got Talent! (Tryouts) Conference Center Upper Ballroom 7:00 pm Mustang’s Got Talent!

Conference Center Upper Ballroom

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 4

9:00 am - Noon Residence Hall Spirit Decorating Judging Office and Door Decorating Judging 5:00 - 7:00 pm VIP night at the Campus Book Store Student Center Book Store

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3:00 pm University Tours Founders Hall Lobby 3:00 pm SMSU Soccer vs. Minnesota State The Schwan Regional Event Center 6:00 pm University Gala R/A Facility 6:00 pm SMSU Volleyball vs. Minnesota Duluth PE Gym

8:00 pm Planetarium Music Laser Light Show SM 108

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 6 HOMECOMING DAY!

7:00 am – 10:30 am 32nd Annual Lions Club Pancake Feed Fire Hall 7:30 am Legacy Homecoming Run 5K/10K Sponsored by the Veterans club Social Science Parking Lot 7:30 - 12:00 pm Farmers Market Parking Lot between YMCA & Schwans 10:00 am Parade Line-up Lyon/Jewett Streets Checkpoint 10:45 am Alumni Parade Hospitality Tent Featuring Breakfast Paninos Memorial Park, Corner of Main Street and E. College Dr. 11:00 am Homecoming Parade Lyon Street to Main Street to 5th Street 1:00 pm Residence Life Hospitality Room Upper Conference Center Sponsored by PlastiCert 1:00 pm Women’s Tea Sponsored by the SMSU Feminists Club & Women’s Studies Faculty Committee Student Center - Women’s Center Lobby

**All Dates, Times & Events are tentative and subject to change**

2:00 pm Star show - Discover the Stars SMSU Planetarium - SM 108 2:00 pm University Tours Founders Hall 2:30 pm SMSU Volleyball vs. St. Cloud State PE Gym 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Homecoming Tailgate Family Fun Fest Food, Beverage Garden & Entertainment RA Parking Lot 5:00 pm Kick-off Football Game: Mustangs vs. Minnesota Crookston The Schwan Regional Event Center

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 7 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Alumni Brunch Campus Restaurant 10:30 am University Tours Founders Hall 1:00 pm SMSU Soccer vs. Concordia–St. Paul The Schwan Regional Event Center

we want succeed!

YOU TO

Established Spring 2018, the Student Success & Advising Center (SSAC) is located on the second floor of the Individualized Learning building within the Academic Commons. The purpose of the new center is to encourage student development and academic success. www.smsu.edu/campuslife/ssac/index.html

PROVIDED SERVICES: • Drop-In Center for Questions and/or Concerns • Courtesy Calls • Acclimation Surveys • Student Intervention & Support • Early Alerts • Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) • Last Date of Attendance (LDA) Grades • Academic Success Program • Blue to Brown Connection Program (SMSU & MN West Partnership)

• Tutoring Support / Study Strategies • Academic Advising • Undeclared Majors • Academic Success Program Participants • Student Success Programming • Mustang Success Night (Fall Semester) • Finish Strong Week (Spring Semester) • Official University Withdrawals • Exit Procedure Brittany Krull Director of Student Success Brittany.Krull@smsu.edu 507-537-7290

@SMSUSuccess

QUICK REFERENCE To contact these departments, call 1-800-642-0684 and ask for the four digit extension.

Academic & Student Affairs......................................................................................................6246 Academic Commons (Tutoring Support & Study Strategies).....................................................6484 Academic Success Program......................................................................................................7324 Access Opportunity Success.....................................................................................................6169 Admission.................................................................................................................................6286 Advising Center .......................................................................................................................7100 Athletics....................................................................................................................................7271 Barnes & Noble Campus Store..................................................................................507-337-1450 Blue to Brown Connection Program..........................................................................................6023 Business Services (Bills & Payments).........................................................................................7117 Campus Religious Center...........................................................................................507-532-5731 Career Services........................................................................................................................6221 Campus Dining.........................................................................................................................7683 Civic Engagement.....................................................................................................................6423 Counseling & Testing Services..................................................................................................7150 Dean of Arts, Letters & Sciences...............................................................................................6251 Dean of Business, Education, Graduate & Professional Studies...............................................6251 Disability Services.....................................................................................................................6492 Diversity & Inclusion.................................................................................................................6169 Financial Aid.............................................................................................................................6281 Health Services.........................................................................................................................7202 Housing/Residence Life.............................................................................................................6136 International Student Services...................................................................................................6018 Lost & Found.............................................................................................................................7330 Math Learning Center...............................................................................................................6484 McFarland Library....................................................................................................................6176 Mustang Card Center...............................................................................................................7330 New Horizons Crisis Center/SMSU Outreach Office...............................................................6817 Non-Traditional Student Organization......................................................................................6345 Student Success & Advising Center...........................................................................................7290 Post Office................................................................................................................................6347 Registration & Records..............................................................................................................6206 SMSU Switchboard ..................................................................................................................7678 Speech Center..........................................................................................................................6345 Student Activities.......................................................................................................................6394 Study Abroad...........................................................................................................................6018 Technology Resource Center....................................................................................................6111 Transcripts.................................................................................................................................6207 University Public Safety.............................................................................................................7252 Veteran’s Resource Center.......................................................................................................7213 Writing Center..........................................................................................................................7294

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29 The Schwan Regional Event Center

31 Sand Volleyball Courts

32 Football Practice Fields

33 Softball Field 34 Soccer Complex 35 Marshall Regional Track & Field Complex

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36 Overflow Event Parking 37 A Parking Lot 38 B Parking Lot 39 C Parking Lot 40 E Parking Lot

41 Restricted Parking Lot 42 RC Parking Lot 43 AURI/SBDC Parking Lot 44 Science/Math Parking Lot 45 RA Parking Lot 46 Baseball Parking Lot

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STADIUM DRIVE

47 BA/PE Parking Lot

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MUSTANG TRAIL

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Financial Aid Office

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McFarlandPedestrian Library Underpass

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Mustang Hub

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Information Tent

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O’CONNEL

MUSTANG TRAIL

17 HA Complex • House of Buckingham • Selene • Camaraderie • Clapper Hall 18 Commons East 19 G Complex • Manchester Hall • Charisma • Lincoln Center • Aquarius 20 GW Complex • El Dorado • Kamasutra • Sirius • Titan 21 Commons Central 22 GM Complex • The Homestead • Armstrong Hall • Shenandoah • Ocean Boulevard 23 HB Complex • Lakota • Chez Nous • Porter Hall • Sybaris 24 HC Complex • Antipodes • Lhasa • Methedras • Naoutha 25 Commons West – Residence Life

27 Central Courtyard

28 Garden Courtyard

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1 Founders Hall • Information • Office of Admission • President’s Office • Visitor Parking Permits 2 Student Center 3 Physical Education • Gymnasium • Swimming Pool 4 Recreation/Athletic Facility 5 Science and Technology • AURI • SBDC 6 Bellows Academic Center • Library • William Whipple Gallery 7 Science and Math • Greenhouse • Planetarium • Science Museum 8 Maintenance Building 9 Social Science • Anthropology Museum 10 Individualized Learning Center 11 Charter Hall 12 Fine Arts • Theatre 13 Conference Center 14 Foundation Residence Apartments 15 Religious Center 16 SMSU Child Care Center

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CLASSES BEGIN MONDAY, AUGUST 27 • HAVE A GREAT SEMESTER!

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