UC Blue Ash College New Student Orientation Guide

2014-15 orientation guide

Orientation Checklist

Welcome We’re glad to have you at UC Blue Ash College.

Please use this handbook as your guide to the orientation experience.

It contains valuable information for beginning your journey.

Name:

Username (6+2):

Major:

M#:

Major Advisor:

Orientation Advisor:

Advisor Contact Email:

Advisor Contact Phone:

During Orientation: Username and Password Set-up Bearcat Card (Student ID) Parking Permit Meet with Academic Advisor Course Registration Print My Bill Meet Someone New Complete Post-Orientation Survey Before the First Day of Classes: Complete FAFSA Pay My Bill Waive or Pay Health Insurance Login to UC Email and Blackboard Purchase Books Find My Classrooms Register for and Attend Convocation Still have questions?

Contact Student Life at (513) 745-5773 or BAStdLfe@uc.edu Student Signature

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Orientation Leader Signature

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CONTENTS Maps

Campus Parking Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Muntz Hall. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Walters Hall. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Flory Center, Annex, Pavilions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Advising Tools

Advising Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Course Search & DARS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Registration

Register for Classes (One Stop) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

One Stop

One Stop Student Self-Help Guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Financial Aid Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Understanding Your Bill. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Standards of Academic Progress. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Student Health Insurance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Doing Business

Bearcat Card/PNC Bank. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Bookstore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Student Services

First Year Experience (FYE). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Career Center/Internships. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Counseling Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Disability Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Library. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Technology Workshops . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Multicultural Affairs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Veteran Student Affairs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Student Life. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Safety & Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Study Abroad

Study Abroad 2015 Programs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Labs & Tutors

Math Lab. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Science Learning Lab. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Writing Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Get Connected

Campus Shuttle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Recreation Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Housing & Food Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Bearcats Tickets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Health Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Get Social. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Get UCBA Ready: New Student Convocation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

We make it possible. You make it happen.

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MAPS Campus Parking Map

We make it possible. You make it happen.

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MAPS Muntz Hall

Public Safety

Bookstore 127 125

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Lobby 158

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Library 162

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Computer Room

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3RD FLOOR 2ND FLOOR

Bleecker Street Cafe Dean’s Suite

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Disability Services Writing Center Math Lab Maintenance One Stop Center

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Academic Support TV Station

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Advising Center

MAPS Walters Hall 1ST FLOOR

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Annex

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160 Classroom

Conference Room 145

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Career Center 170

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Pavilions

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UC Blue Ash College • ucblueash.edu

ADVISING TOOLS Advising Center How to find your advisor: 1. Go to ucblueash.edu/advising 2. Click the Advisors By Program tab on the left side menu.

3. From the alphabetical list, find your major program and email advisor from your UC student email account.

Scheduling with your advisor or tutor through Starfish:

Important Dates: • Classes Start: August 25, 2014

1. Log into your Blackboard account using your Central User ID and password.

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Last Day to Register for a class without instructor permission: August 31, 2014

2. Click on the blue Starfish icon on the left side of the screen. You may be prompted to click on an option.

Choose Schedule a Meeting.

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Last Day to Drop without a grade appearing on your transcript: September 8, 2014

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Meet with your advisor to plan for next semester: Mid October

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Last Day to Withdraw from a class with a grade of “W”: October 31, 2014

3. On your Success Network page, click on the person’s name with whom you are trying to schedule.

QUESTIONS Advising Center Muntz 125 (513) 745-5753

We make it possible. You make it happen.

4. You will see that person’s calendar.

Search for bolded dates. Click on the date and search for a time where you see Sign Up indicated. Click on the Sign Up link and finalize your appointment options in the pop up window.

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Reminder: Your registration will be blocked for your first year of enrollment. It is mandatory that you meet with your advisor before each registration period to lift this block. Please contact the Advising Center for additional information.

ADVISING TOOLS Course Search and DARS Logging in to UConnect and Blackboard You must activate your central login username and password before you will be able to access any of your UC accounts (e.g., Blackboard, One Stop, UConnect).

Course Search 1. Go to the One Stop website: onestop.uc.edu.

Logging in to UConnect 1. Go to mail.uc.edu.

2. Enter your central login username and password.

3. Select the Log In button.

3. Select View class offerings.

Logging in to Blackboard 1. Go to www.blackboard.uc.edu.

2. Enter your username and password.

3. Select the Log In button.

4. Navigate through the main page, the tabs at the top and the item in the menu bar on the left to view your personal information and course information.

2. From the left column, select Registration Information.

4. Continue to view class offerings after reading message.

5. Select the appropriate term from the drop-down menu (e.g., Fall 2014-15).

6. Select the appropriate session from the drop-down menu (e.g. all sessions) 7. Select the appropriate offering college from the drop-down menu.

All courses at UCBA are listed under Blue Ash College. Select this option from the drop-down.

8. Select the appropriate discipline, if applicable, (e.g., Psychology) – this indicates the type of course for which you would like to register.

9. When all preferred criteria are selected, click Get Classes.

All of the available course in your selected discipline and college offered during your selected term will be visible. Click on the titles to navigate their meaning (note: caution symbols will be included next to courses with pre-requisites.) Contact your advisor if you have any questions about these; the Advising Center can be reached at (513) 745-5753.

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Degree Audit Reporting System (DARS) 1. Go to the One Stop website: onestop.uc.edu.

2. Select “Registration Information” from the left column.

3. Select “get my degree audit.”

4. Once you have read the overview of the Degree Audit, select the red link to “Continue” located in the middle of the page.

5. Verify your central login username and password.

6. Select whether you want to run default programs listed or run selected programs listed (see instructions below to determine which option you would like to pursue).

7. Once you have selected the appropriate college and program, click the button to “submit a new audit.”

8. You must verify the college and program once more.

9. Select “view audit” to access the report.

Run default program(s) listed You have the option to run default programs listed; this will create an assessment based on your declared major. This is the appropriate tool to use if you do not plan to change your major.

Run selected program(s) listed You have the option to run a different selected program; this will generate a degree audit based on any other program offered at UCBA. Be sure to input the information pertinent to your new selected program. If you are considering changing your major, this is a good tool to use to assess your current progress towards the new major.

UC Blue Ash College • ucblueash.edu

REGISTRATION How to Register for Classes Using One Stop 1. From the UC homepage (uc.edu) go to UC Tools located at the top right hand side of the screen. Click on Onestop. Or type onestop.uc.edu into your search bar.

2. On the left hand side of the screen, click on Registration Information.

3. From the pull down menu, click on register/add/drop classes.

4. Log into Onestop using your central user ID and password. If you have not yet set up your username and password, follow the link on the right hand side (Get My Username) to obtain your username. For your password, use the generic Uc!mmddyyyy using your date of birth. Once on the second screen retype the generic password and then choose your own strong password. It must be at least 8 characters long, contain one uppercase letter and at least one number.

If you have trouble during this step, please call the UC Help Desk at 513556-4357 for assistance.

5. Select the term for which you are registering.

6. You will see a Registration Grid. Find the button that says Schedule of Classes and click on it. This should open a separate window that will allow you to search for classes.

Select the term for which you are registering under TERM. Then, under SESSION choose the one that says All Sessions. Under the OFFERING COLLEGE tab, you should, for the most part, select Blue Ash College.

Now, under the DISCIPLINE tab select a discipline. If you are looking for an ENGL 1001 course, you would select “English” from the drop down menu.

NOTE: You may need to scroll down to the bottom of the screen to see all offerings of classes in a discipline. Classes are listed by session. Classes that do not last an entire semester will be listed after all full semester classes.

7. Once you find the course, click on the Course Number on the left hand side of the screen. A separate win-

dow will open which shows which sections are open. Select an open section which fits into your schedule.

Record the section Call Number (the 6 digit number) or copy it for pasting into the Registration Grid.

8. Go back to the Registration Grid and enter the Call Number in the appropriate field. You do not need to enter additional information. Click on the Submit button. If all is well, you will see the course move to the top of the page with a green message that says Added or Normal. If there is a problem, the course will not be added and you will receive a red error message. The error could be simply an incorrect call number was entered, or could be a problem for which you may need to contact Enrollment Services (513-745-5700) such as in the case of a Service Block.

You should submit after each call number entry.

9. Once you have finished adding classes, you can see your schedule by clicking on the View Schedule tab. You can also choose a grid view of your schedule by clicking Weekly Schedule. You can view your bill for accuracy by clicking the View Bill tab. Remember to waive your insurance if you are registering for 6 hours or more and have personal insurance.

For additional information about registration, please refer to the FAQ page on Onestop: onestop.uc.edu/classes/faqs1.html

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ONE STOP One Stop Student Self-Help Guide Check Your UC E-mail

Check Your Health Insurance Waiver Status

1. Go to www.uc.edu 2. Select UC Tools near the top of the page 3. Select Student Email

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Go to onestop.uc.edu Select Registration Information Select Register for Classes To ADD: enter call number then click Submit To DROP/WITHDRAW: select the Drop/Withdraw box, then click Submit

View Your Class Schedule

1. Go to onestop.uc.edu 2. Select Registration Information 3. Select view my schedule

Go to onestop.uc.edu Select Billing Select waive my health insurance Select check my waiver status

Set Up a Parent/Other Party to Access Your Account 1. Go to onestop.uc.edu 2. Select Parent/Friend Access

Enroll in Direct Deposit

1. Go to onestop.uc.edu 2. Select Billing 3. Select direct deposit my refunds

Check Your Financial Aid Status 1. Go to onestop.uc.edu 2. Select Financial Aid 3. Select check my aid

View Your Degree Audit

1. Go to onestop.uc.edu 2. Select Registration Information 3. Select get my degree audit

Obtain Enrollment or Degree Verification Go to onestop.uc.edu Select Registration Information Select Verify My Enrollment/Degree

View Your Grade Report

1. Go to onestop.uc.edu 2. Select Grades and Transcripts 3. Select check my grades

Order a Transcript

1. Go to onestop.uc.edu 2. Select Grades and Transcripts 3. Select request my transcript

View or Pay Your Bill

1. Go to onestop.uc.edu 2. Select Billing 3. Select View/Pay My Bill 4. Click View/Pay My Bill - Students

Get Your UCID (M#)

1. Go to onestop.uc.edu 2. Select Personal Information 3. Select get my UCID

Enroll in a Payment Plan

Get Your Username

1. Go to onestop.uc.edu 2. Select Billing 3. Select sign up for payment plan

1. Go to onestop.uc.edu 2. Select Personal Information 3. Select get my username

Waive Your Student Health Insurance

Update Your Address/Phone Number

1. Go to onestop.uc.edu 2. Select Billing 3. Select waive my health insurance

1. Go to onestop.uc.edu 2. Select Personal Information 3. Select change my address

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UC Blue Ash College • ucblueash.edu

ONE STOP Financial Aid for 2014-15 Get a FAFSA PIN number • Go to www.pin.ed.gov and select • •

Apply for PIN. Parent(s) will need their own PIN number.

If you have a PIN, but have forgotten it, select Request Duplicate PIN. Follow the prompts and select Display Now.

Complete a FAFSA • Go to www.fafsa.ed.gov and select • • • •

Start a New FAFSA. Fill out the 2014-2015 FAFSA with 2013 tax information (1040’s, W2’s, untaxed income information).

We suggest you use the IRS data retrieval link to input tax information.

You may need information for both student and parent(s).

The school code for all University of Cincinnati campuses is 003125.

Accept your Financial Aid

Once your admissions application is complete, you may go on-line to check your financial aid award offer. Please note that financial aid is awarded based on full-time status for the entire academic year. To better understand your award offer, please UC Blue Ash One Stop Student Service Center, call 513-745-5700 or onestop@ucblueash.edu.

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IRS Tax Return Transcripts may be requested on-line at www.irs.gov.

Select the “Order a RETURN or Account Transcript” link or call 800-908-9946.

Copies of Federal 1040’s will not be accepted. Students are encouraged to use the IRS data retrieval link. Simply sign into your FAFSA and click on “Make Corrections.”

Correcting a FAFSA • Go to www.fafsa.ed.gov and select •

Go to onestop.uc.edu. Under Financial Aid select check my aid. Follow the prompts to view your award offer.

Accept/decline your aid as needed.

You may be asked to provide more information such as a Verification Worksheet and/or a 2013 Tax Return Transcript.

Login as a returning user.

Sign in and click on Make Corrections.

Additional forms regarding SNAP and or child support paid may also be required.

QUESTIONS UC Blue Ash One Stop Muntz 150 (513) 745-5700 onestop@ucblueash.edu

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If you accept loans, you must complete the undergraduate direct loan entrance counseling and a Master Promissory Note. From onestop. uc.edu, under “Financial Aid” select “get loan counseling” and “sign my loan note”. Follow the appropriate prompts.

Students may also go directly to www. studentloans.gov to complete these steps.

If you accept a Parent PLUS loan and/ or a Perkins loan, additional Master Promissory Notes will be required.

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ONE STOP Understanding Your Bill •

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Federal and State financial aid (grants and loans) posts to your bill 10 days prior to the start of the term. Students should check their bills before calling with questions.

You may view your bill at onestop. uc.edu. Under Billing select view/ pay my bill. You will be able to see when grants, loans and scholarships have posted to your bill. You will also see when refund checks are mailed or funds are direct deposited. Bills are not sent by mail. We suggest that students check their bills often, as changes in registration will be reflected on the bill.

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UC staff is legally limited in what they may discuss with parents/spouses.

Students should sign up for direct deposit so that refunds may be deposited directly into a bank account.

From onestop.uc.edu, select Billing and then select direct deposit my refunds.

Students may sign up for a payment plan. From onestop.uc.edu, select Billing. Then select sign up for a payment plan.

If your bill remains unpaid, late fees will be added. Late fees are assessed on the last day of every month. A $50 flat late payment fee plus 1.5% interest will be charged on balances greater than $200.

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Students may create access for a third-party to be able to view their bill. From onestop.uc.edu, select Parent/Friend Access. Regardless of this third-party access, please note that

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If you are currently enrolled in a health insurance plan that is equal to or better than UC Health Insurance, you may waive the UC Health Insurance.

estimated Loans

Your bill may list an estimated loan if your loan has not yet be disbursed and/or additional requirements are needed, such as signing a promissory note.

tuition & Fees

The general fee is used to allocate funds for non-instructional student services and activities.

The information technology and instructional equipment fee is used to fund access to the university’s information technology. The campus life fee covers entertainment and programming that was voted on and approved by the student body.

• Only an estimate, no actual credit

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• Instructional fee • General fee • Information techonology & instructional equipment fee • Campus life fee

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room & Board • Single or multiple occupancy room • Meal plan

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Payments & Financial aid • Scholarships & grants • Disbursed loans • Out-of-pocket payments

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refunds & direct deposits • Direct desposit is free & more

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Service Blocks • Description of block

If you have proof of your own health insurance, be sure to waive UC’s student health insurance at onestop. uc.edu. Under Billing select waive my health insurance and follow the prompts. Health insurance must be waived each academic year. You must waive your health insurance by the third Friday of the semester.

Students may check the status of their health insurance waiver on the One Stop website. Please allow up to 30 days for processing the waiver and removal of this fee from your bill,if approved. For more information, visit www.uc.edu/uhs/ student_health_insurance.html or call 513556-6868.

For more information, visit www.uc.edu/af/ bursar/paying_your_bill/latepayfees.html

Health insurance

• Health insurance is mandatory • Waive online at onestop.uc.edu

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If you live in an on-campus residence hall and/or have a meal plan, the semester amounts of these charges are listed on your bill.

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If your credits (CR) are greater than your charges, the for any other educational related expenses you have.

You can must to have your refund direct deposited by signing up online at onestop.uc.edu (click on My Bill, then “direct deposit my refunds.”

To avoid service blocks, you should pay any balance due as soon as possible. Your bill will list any service block and provide you with the right phone number to contact for assistance.

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7 Access your bill 24/7 at www.onestop.uc.edu under My Bill, view/pay.

UC Blue Ash College • ucblueash.edu

ONE STOP Standards of Academic Progress (SAP)

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UC Blue Ash College • ucblueash.edu

ONE STOP Student Health Insurance The University of Cincinnati requires that all students registered with 6+ credit hours must be covered by a health insurance policy; either the University’s Plan or a policy that is equal to or better than UC’s.

Enrolling in UC’s Student Health Insurance Policy

The University’s Student Health Insurance Policy is available for Co-op students or students registered for six or more credit hours: • Premium is $1,064.00 per term Students who are enrolled in the spring are automatically covered throughout the summer.

There is no additional charge assessed or credit hour requirements.

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Waiving UC’s Student Health Insurance

Students are able to waive the University’s Student Health Insurance if they have a policy that is equal to or better than the policy UC offers. Students must waive health insurance once per academic year.

• For approval for the waiver, your health insurance must: Contain no more than $1,500 annual deductible

$300 Deductible: $500.00 Lifetime Maximum: Surplus of other discounts and benefits Primary Care services rendered at the University Health Services (UHS) at no charge.

Contain at least a $500,000 lifetime maximum benefit Not contain a per incident or event maximum Not contain a per day policy maximum

There are two UHS offices located on the Clifton campus which are the primary providers for the Student Insurance policy.

Not contain an inpatient or outpatient maximum (not including mental health care)

FREE parking is offered to UC Blue Ash students at the Holmes facility.

Allow at least 20 mental health visits per year and at least $15,000 for inpatient mental health care

Primary Care also includes: Gynecology, Lab Services and X-Rays.

Contain only less restrictive limitations than the UC. Student Health Insurance policy

Non-Primary Care services available on campus are: Mental Health, Dermatology, and Pharmacy.

(Note: these may be subject to deductible, copays, etc.)

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There is NO pre-existing condition limitations associated with this policy.

Students are not limited to University Health Services. If they choose, they may see their personal physicians and utilize their out of network benefits.

We make it possible. You make it happen.

Be through a U.S. based insurance company employing a U.S. based claims administrator Be active the entire time for which you are enrolled in classes.

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All waivers for Fall Term must be submitted by September 8, 2014 at 5:00 p.m.

If students fail to waive by the deadline, they will be charged for the Student Health Insurance.

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QUESTIONS UC Clifton Lindner Center Room 334 (513) 556-6868 uc.edu/uhs/student_ health_insurance.html

DOING BUSINESS Bearcat Card: Simplify Your Life Bearcat Card (BCC)

The Bearcat Card is more than your UCID, it is a great way to simplify your life. You can manage your account, make deposits, and view your transaction history when you log into your Blackboard account by selecting the Bearcat Card tab. Use your card on campus, at the UC Bookstore, the library, Bleeker Street Café and all vending machines. Use it off campus at Shell, Subway, and Dunkin Donuts located on Plainfield Road.

Activate Your New Account by:

QUESTIONS Bearcat Card Office (513) 556-2000 uc.edu/bearcatcard

1. Making a deposit with a credit card online when you log into your Blackboard account and select the Bearcat Card tab 2. Calling the Bearcat Card office at 513556-2000 to deposit by phone 3. Mailing a check to MainStreet Connection Center, 302 Tangeman University Center, Cincinnati, Ohio 45221-0217 (include your M-number)

Present your UCID

1. Use your Bearcat Card to pay at participating locations and the amount of your purchase will automatically be deducted from your BCC account.

2. There are no fees and no minimum balance.

3. Your account balance carries over each semester, or you can request a refund at the end of spring semester.

PNC is UC’s Banking Partner PNC Bank and the University of Cincinnati have teamed up to make banking easier.

Use your Bearcat Card as your ATM card, too, when you choose to link it to your PNC checking account. There’s no fee to link.

Visit pnc.com/uc to find out more.

Look for our Bearcats Bargains on our website at uc.edu/bearcatcard. Follow us at Twitter.com/UCMainStreet & Facebook.com/UCMainStreet.

Stop by the PNC table during Orientation to learn more about Virtual Wallet Student the smart, simple way to keep track of your money: • Check balances easily • Use the calendar to schedule spending and see Danger Days - alerts letting you know when funds are low • Sign up for Alerts - to get email notification when your balance falls below a specified limit or when a direct deposit occurs - You can even add a Parent Alert • And more student-friendly banking tools

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It’s easy to make PNC your bank of choice.

• Talk with us during Orientation • Visit pnc.com/uc • Stop by any PNC Bank branch • Call 1-877-PNC-1000

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DOING BUSINESS UCBA Bookstore You can get all required classroom texts and lab materials, plus a complete line of school supplies and a variety of beverages and snacks at the bookstore on campus. Computer software and UC gifts items are also available.

Textbook Rental

The UC Blue Ash textbook rental program brings a new level of choice and flexibility to students and parents so they can decide how, when and where they want to buy their books.

The program is available in-store and online with free in-store pick up.

Students can pay with multiple forms of payment, including credit cards and campus cards for a no‐hassle purchase.

Students have the freedom to highlight and take notes all within the normal wear and tear associated with coursework.

Students have the choice to convert a rental to a purchase should they decide to keep the book.

As reminder: to rent, you must be at least 18 years of age, provide ID and contact information, and have a major credit card.

Textbook Pre-Order

Get your books when you register for classes!

1. Go to register for classes or view my schedule after logging into One Stop, then click on get books.

2. Click the link, log back in, choose your textbooks and billing method.

3. Your books are packaged and billed to the account you choose.

4. Pick up your order in-store, or select to have them shipped to you.

We make it possible. You make it happen.

Digital Textbooks

UC Blue Ash College Bookstore offers more digital course materials choices than ever before! From digital textbooks and study guides to complete digital learning environments, we offer course materials to suit your unique learning style. Plus, digital course materials can often be used on the web, mobile and tablet devices, so you can study where and when you want to CafeScribe is a digital textbook platform.

It is much more than a PDF of a physical textbook. CafeScribe provides tools to use digital textbooks in ways that you have never been able to before. You can easily search an entire text for specific information in a matter of seconds; you can take notes directly in the text, bookmark important areas, and highlight information for easy recall and review when preparing for exams or writing papers.

With CafeScribe, you can either purchase or rent a digital textbook depending on the title: A rented digital textbook allows you to use the book for 180 days. Rental books cannot be converted to purchase but you can always rent the book again and your notes and highlights remain intact. A purchased textbook gives you ownership.

Software

Students are able to purchase Microsoft Office products from the bookstore at a discounted price. Students will be able to purchase software on the 1st day of the semester in which they have registered.

Also, the bookstore sells Adobe products at a discounted price. Students will need to present their UC ID card to a bookstore representative in order to purchase any software products.

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Bookstore Hours of Operation: Normal hours: Monday-Thursday: 7:30 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Friday: 7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Saturday: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Sunday: CLOSED Holiday and summer hours will change, please visit www.ucba.bkstr.com for store hours and information.

STUDENT SERVICES First Year Experience - FYE We know that the experience students have during their first year of college sets the tone and foundation for their ongoing success. That’s why UC Blue Ash College is part of UC | Great Beginnings, the university’s signature approach to helping you get the most out of college. UC | Great Beginnings spans the time frame from your acceptance of our offer to attend UC through your return to classes in your second year.

QUESTIONS Academic Affairs 140 Muntz Hall (513) 745-5660 www.ucblueash.edu/students/new/fye

About the Class

The First Year Experience is a program specific class that all first-year students will take. It is designed to: • Build the foundations of student success • Create a community of students within programs • Explore the University of Cincinnati

Each Class Provides

Each class provides: • Introduction to the major/career • Information Literacy • Introduction to the college and university • Student success skills such as Study Skills, Critical Thinking, Personal and Social Responsibility, Time Management, Stress Management, and Academic Advising

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STUDENT SERVICES Career Center Overview Professional Development Services We Offer:

• Individual Student Appointments – Call us at (513) 745-5671 or stop by Flory 120 to make an appointment • Resume & Cover Letter Review and Assistance • Interviewing Tips, mock interviews, and follow-up procedures • Networking Ideas • Job Search Techniques & Resources • College Central Network access - UCBA job posting board • Professional and Career Related Events

Internship Program Get a Head Start on your Career

An internship is a great way for you to get real-world, hands-on experience in your field of interest while you’re still in school.

This opportunity is open to any student in a program that does not already have a clinical, preceptorship, etc. built into the curriculum.

A requirement to participate in the Internship Program is to have completed at least 30 credit hours. However, it is always good to plan ahead and consider doing an internship while a student at UCBA. Another requirement is to have a minimum of a 2.5 GPA, so make sure you keep your grades up!

The final requirement to participate in the Internship Program is to enroll in a 2-credit-hour course that will prepare you for the workplace. You will learn about resume and cover letter writing, professional communication, workplace etiquette, interviewing techniques, and more.

You will then enroll in a 1-credit-hour course while you are working the internship, to help you reflect on and assess your experience.

For more information, contact Angie Lucas angela.lucas@uc.edu (513) 936-1640 ucblueash.edu/academics/experiential/internships.html

We make it possible. You make it happen.

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QUESTIONS Career Center 120 Flory Center (513) 936-1639 careercenter@ucblueash.edu

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STUDENT SERVICES Counseling Services Many college students face psychological and emotional challenges – stress, anxiety, family issues, depression, eating disorders, addiction and much more. Addressing and resolving these issues is critical to the well-being and success of students. Confidentially consulting with a licensed and trained counselor is a great first step toward addressing and coping with these issues.

We’re Here to Help

Here at UC Blue Ash, we have a licensed counselor that is available FREE OF CHARGE to UC Blue Ash students. The counselor is available to help students work through issues that might be a challenge to their success as students.

QUESTIONS Counseling Services 140 Muntz Hall (513) 745-5670 loweryfk@ucmail.uc.edu

How To Make An Appointment

Appointments and referrals go through Frances Lowery in the Dean’s Suite (Muntz 140). Stop by, email or call Frances to get more information about Counseling Services, start the intake process or to make a referral.

www.ucblueash.edu/students/services/ counseling-services.html

Disability Services

QUESTIONS

Disability Services provides assistance to students with all types of disabilities. Students may be eligible for classroom note takers, adapted testing, audio books, enlarged print, sign language interpreters, and other services as needed.

Disability Services 112L Muntz Hall (513) 792-8625

The Disability Services Office is also an information and referral center for all students, faculty and staff who have disability concerns or questions. Information can be obtained on a number of issues including; community services and resources, types of adaptive equipment, accessibility modifications for home or office, adapted sports & recreation and more.

Services We Provide

Depending on individual need and appropriate documentation, students may be eligible for the following services or accommodations: • • • • • • • • • •

Classroom note taker Extended testing time Reduced distraction testing room Sign language interpreter Computer Assisted Real-time Translation (CART) – classroom stenographer Audio books and e-books Test reader Enlarged print Permission to use tape recorder or computer in class Adapted computer equipment & software

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Assistance with scheduling classes Priority scheduling Excused medical absence Scribe Basic tutoring, guidance and counseling Voice recognition software training

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How To Qualify For Services

Disability Services provides services to students with disabilities who are otherwise qualified to participate in a specific course, program, or activity. Students are encouraged to use these services as a support to their own efforts.

www.ucblueash.edu/disability_services

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Students who received disability services in high school Vocational rehabilitation clients Students who have psychological, educational, or medical reports indicating the need for disability support services.

It is the student’s responsibility to obtain appropriate documentation. Use the Verification of Disability form to aid you in procuring the correct information from your diagnostic provider If you believe you have a learning disability that has not been diagnosed, testing may be available through the Psychological Services Center on the Clifton Campus (556-0648).

With proper documentation, the following students may be eligible to receive services:

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STUDENT SERVICES Library The UC Blue Ash Library blends laptops, new computer stations, and technology-enhanced study rooms with the traditional rows of books that are so familiar in a library. It has a modern feel with computer stations featuring large flat screen monitors, high-top tables with stools, and comfortable chairs and couches.

Library Hours:

Textbooks

Friday: 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Availability through the UC Libraries is limited. Supplemental materials (e.g.

DVDs, classic literature) are more widely available.

NOTE: Some programs require or encourage the purchase of course textbooks. Be sure to check with your professors about course requirements.

For more information, check out the Textbook Guide: guides.libraries.uc.edu/ucba-textbooks

Technology • • • • •

Copiers 16 desktop computers Laptops for checkout Pay to Print college-wide system Wireless printing

Research Help

Get research help when you need it!

• In Person: Ask for a librarian • Email: ucbalibrary@ucblueash.edu • Phone: (513) 745-5710

Monday-Thursday: 7:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Saturday: 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

See the UC Blue Ash Library website for a complete list of hours and exceptions or call (513) 745-5710 for more information.

Study Rooms

Eight study rooms for individual or collaborative academic study and research.

Rooms include large wall monitor, laptop hookups and whiteboard. Two rooms contain desktop computers and DVD players.

QUESTIONS Library 113 Muntz Hall (513) 745-5710 libraries.uc.edu/ucba

We make it possible. You make it happen.

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STUDENT SERVICES Free Technology Workshops UCBA offers a variety of technology training workshops to help students increase their technology skills and broaden their software knowledge horizons. There is no charge for this service.

QUESTIONS

Advance your computer skills before you graduate to be prepared for today’s tough job market and increasingly competitive admission to graduate and professional schools.

Our hour, or hour-and-half, hands-on training workshops are held in the computer labs on campus. They are usually offered in the second, third, and fourth week of each semester; and sometimes during the semester based on student needs. Look for the flyers posted around the college in various places. Dates with day and evening times are publicized around campus, and you will receive an email from UCBA announcing the upcoming workshop dates.

www.ucblueash.edu/resources/ technology/workshops

Technology Workshops Anupama Shanbhag anupama.shanbhag@uc.edu

You will receive a Certificate of Attendance for each training, check with your professors if they are offering an extra credit for attending.

Blackboard and UC Email Basics

Blackboard is where your instructors upload class syllabus, lecture notes, assignments, tests, and other course material.

You can access and download this material, submit your assignments, take tests, email your professor or your classmates, view your grades, participate in class discussions/surveys, and share your files with the members of your group using the Internet on any computer around the world! Learn how to access and use Blackboard Learning system efficiently.

UC Email (Office 365) is the official student e-mail service at the university that you can access from anywhere you have Internet access. It is recommended that students use UC Email for all university correspondence. Learn how to access and use Office 365 email.

Computer/Web/MS Word Basics

To become acquainted with the computers at UCBA, there are certain basic skills to be mastered. By studying them now, you will save time and also improve your daily computer and Internet productivity.

Some of the topics covered are: basic knowledge of Windows 7 tasks, hardware vs. software, electronic file management and organization, Intro to Microsoft Word 2013, and Internet research skills etc.

Microsoft Excel Basics

Many of your classes require you to analyze data and present them in a chart form. Learn the basics of Microsoft Excel spreadsheet program, which will help you to complete this task. This is a hand-on workshop to introduce the basic structure and features of the program. Workshop includes introduction to rows/columns, cell address, entering data, basic formatting, merging cells, basic formulas and functions, relative/absolute addressing, and creating basic bar/pie charts.

Microsoft Powerpoint Basics

You might have to present your research in form of a visual presentation to your class or to your professor. Powerpoint is a visual and graphical application, primarily used for creating presentations. Learn to create, view, and present informative slide shows that combine text, shapes, pictures, graphs, animation, charts, videos, and much more. The slides can be made into a slide show that runs automatically or can be advanced using the mouse as points are made in the presentation. You can add special effects to the text you type and even add your own pictures! You can use Powerpoint in school settings when giving a report that was assigned to you or in business settings for business reports that shows graphs, charts, and more.

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STUDENT SERVICES Multicultural Affairs

QUESTIONS

Multicultural Affairs recognizes and supports the racial and cultural diversity that exists on UCBA’s campus. Specifically this office addressed the academic, cultural, educational, and social needs of diverse student populations and encourages respect and appreciation for all cultures. In addition to planning cultural and diversity education programs and events, MCA advises the newly formed Multicultural Club, and sponsors Alpha Sigma Lambda National Honor Society for non-traditional students and supports students through the Diversity Scholars and Sister Circle groups.

The Multicultural Club

The purpose of this organization is to give members the opportunity to meet different people from different cultures, build new friendships and celebrate ethnic diversity. MC meets monthly and hosts events such as Cultural Potluck, and movie nights on campus.

Alpha Sigma Lambda

Alpha Sigma Lambda is a national honor society which partners with colleges and universities to celebrate the scholarship and leadership of adult students in higher education.” The purpose of ASL is to provide a means to recognize the special achievements of adult students who accomplish academic excellence while facing competing interests of home and work.

Alpha Sigma Lambda’s aim is to recognize the special achievements of adults who accomplish academic excellence while facing competing interests of home and work. Alpha Sigma Lambda is dedicated to the advancement of scholarship and recognizes high scholastic achievement in an adult student’s career. By so doing, this Society encourages many students to continue toward and to earn associate and baccalaureate degrees.

Sister Circle

We also work with family members or dependents who may be using the benefits of an enlisted service member.

We make it possible. You make it happen.

www.ucblueash.edu/mca

Diversity Scholars

The Diversity Scholars Program (DSP) was established to support and encourage students at UCBA to be their best selves by identifying and expressing pride in culture. Participants in DSP will be provided support services and activities that aid in their success and personal enrichment.

Through this program students can seek academic, social and personal support through mentorship, workshops, programs and special events.

Sister Circle is a support group for women of Color at UCBA. The purpose of Sister Circle is to encourage the promotion of sisterhood among female students, staff and faculty at UCBA. Sister Circle meets monthly.

Veteran Student Affairs Committed to meeting the needs of student veterans who are re-entering civilian life after deployment, the Coordinator of Veteran Student Affairs partners with the UC Blue Ash campus community to ensure the success of these students by meeting their unique needs.

Multicultural Affairs 123 Muntz Hall (513) 745-5691 BAMCA@ucmail.uc.edu

QUESTIONS

Veteran Student Affairs strives to provide educational outreach and programmatic initiatives that serve to both support student veterans and enhance campus awareness of student veteran related issues.

The office also serves as a liaison with both the Clifton campus Veterans Programs and Services Office and the Veteran’s Administration.

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Veteran Student Affairs 123 Muntz Hall (513) 745-5773 david.frese@uc.edu www.ucblueash.edu/studentlife

STUDENT SERVICES Student Life Office

QUESTIONS Student Life 123 Muntz Hall (513) 745-5773 BAStdLfe@uc.edu

Student Life is the place to go to get information about getting involved in campus life and connected to the campus community in order to make the most of your college experience at UC Blue Ash. The Student Life Office provides campus programming, recognizes and supports student organizations and serves as a campus leader in creating and supporting meaningful engagement opportunities for students.

Campus Events

The Student Life Office regularly offers events for the entire UC Blue Ash community. These include involvement fairs, entertainers, speakers, personal development workshops, and much more.

Student Organizations

There are over 10 student organizations at UC Blue Ash College. These groups create opportunities for students to interact with their peers, extend their learning beyond the classroom and develop leadership skills. Students also have the ability to create new organizations

Premier Leadership Opportunities

Campus Activities Board, Student Orientation Leaders, UC Blue Ash Ambassadors, Orientation Intern, Ambassador Intern, and Multicultural Affairs Intern are just some of the premier leadership opportunities that are available to students at UC Blue Ash through the Student Life Office.

In addition to a higher level of engagement and involvement, these opportunities provide students with opportunities to directly impact and influence the UC Blue Ash campus community through programming and service.

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www.ucblueash.edu/studentlife

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Be sure to check out the Thursday Announcements which are emailed to all students every week.

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Check the Student Life events calendar at www.ucblueash.edu/studentevents

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STUDENT SERVICES Safety & Security UC Blue Ash ensures a safe and secure environment on campus. The Safety & Security Department is a satellite office of the University Of Cincinnati Police.

The Police/Security Officers maintain a continuous patrol of the UCBA buildings, grounds and parking areas to ensure safety. Officers also respond when there are emergencies on campus such as a fire or severe weather. University Police Officers are certified through an accredited Police Academy by the State of Ohio and have full police authority set forth in the Ohio Revised Code (2935.01)

Services

In addition to their law enforcement function, Safety & Security at UC Blue Ash provides other services to the campus community.

• Nixle: Campus Safety Network - You must opt in to receive messages. Nixle is a free service that keeps you informed about emergency and critical information on campus. By signing up at www.nixle.com you have the option to have emergency messages sent to your email account or to your phone as a text message.

• Help Phones: Blue help phones are

located throughout campus and in parking areas. These phones can be used both for emergency calls and non-emergency service calls (motorist assist or campus directions)

• Motorist Assist: Safety & Security

will perform jump starts and assist with getting keys out of locked cars.

There are no fees, and all problems may not be resolved through assistance of Safety & Security. Vehicles must be parked on campus to receive the service

• Lost and Found: Safety & Security

operates the college’s lost and found.

Call or visit the office for lost items that may have been turned in.

• First Aid: Safety & Security has

general first aid supplies for campus use. Please stop by if you need a first aid item.

We make it possible. You make it happen.

Emergency Procedures

Fire Emergency Anyone who sees a fire should pull the nearest fire alarm and immediately leave the building. However, in the event that a person is physically unable to leave the building, they should press the call button on an “Area Of Assistance” box. The call boxes are usually located at the end of a hallway or in a stairwell.

Severe Weather During inclement weather, listen for a tornado warning. The warning consists of three short blasts on a horn. In case of a tornado, proceed to the nearest Tornado Safe Spot. Tornado Safe Spots are designated by a red and gray sticker on the wall. Tornado safe spots are in areas such as interior stairwells, interior classrooms, offices, and restrooms. Do not find shelter in rooms with windows!

Life Threatening Emergency Anyone who has a life threatening emergency, or comes across someone with a life threatening emergency, should dial911 on any campus phone or help phone and give the emergency dispatcher all pertinent information. Stay on the line and answer all the dispatcher’s questions. Following this procedure will allow the dispatcher to assist promptly.

• A campus officer can be contacted by calling (513) 745-5707 from an office telephone or help phone. An Officer will respond with assistance. Also, officers are available if needed as an escort to vehicles.

• All University Officers have completed the American Red Cross First Aid course and C.P.R. training.

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QUESTIONS Safety & Security 134 Muntz Hall (513) 745-5707 (513) 556-1111

www.ucblueash.edu/offices/services/ safety-security.html

STUDY ABROAD Study Abroad 2015 Programs Study Abroad programs at UC Blue Ash College give you the chance to experience world culture on a personal level. In 2015, there are two programs from which you can choose: British Study Abroad and Perú Study Abroad. If you travel with us to Great Britain, you will examine the cultural evolution of the 1960s through the music of the Beatles and experience first-hand the discoveries, events, and settings associated with the historical and scientific development of evolutionary thought.

If you travel with us to Perú, you will learn Spanish by immersing yourself in the confluence of three distinct cultures: Inca, Quechua, and Spanish. Let the world be your classroom; study abroad!

British Study Abroad

English Study Abroad (ENGL 2095) Evolution and Revolution: The Impact of the Beatles on Cultural Evolution the Sixties (3 credits) (no pre-requisite)

Study Abroad in Biology (BIOL 1027) Evolution: History and Processes

QUESTIONS Study Abroad Mike Roos (513) 745-5764 www.ucblueash.edu/saec

Perú Study Abroad

Latin American Culture and Civilization (SPAN 2065)(3 credits)

(3 credits) (no pre-requisite)

The 1960s were a time of dynamic cultural change and can serve as a dramatic case study to illustrate the ways that culture evolves similarly to the ways that organisms evolve. In this writing course, the study of the Beatles’ music in the context of the 1960s as well as the study abroad experience itself will serve as means to explore and write about the process of cultural and personal evolution.

This British Study Abroad course explores the historical development of evolutionary thought from classical times to the present. The course emphasizes changing hypotheses of species and speciation through time, the lives of Charles Darwin and Alfred Russel Wallace, the Darwin-Wallace concept of natural selection, development of the modern synthesis, and human evolution.

The contributions of British scientists to the scientific understanding of evolution are highlighted throughout the course.

Prior to departure, everyone will read Jonathan Gould’s excellent group biography Can’t Buy Me Love: The Beatles, Britain and America and watch the full six-hour video The Beatles Anthology. Then, through various writing assignments, students will develop an increased appreciation for where we have come from culturally and how cultural change is an ongoing, never-ending process. They will document their experiences in four online blog postings that will document the evolution of their understanding of the Beatles and the ‘60s. I

A combination of class discussions, field trips, creative projects/presentations, individual research/readings, and journal entries provides opportunity for students learning through a variety of modes and in a variety of settings. The course is designed to have broad applicability to a large number of majors and programs offered at the University of Cincinnati. Non-science majors can apply the course as a natural science elective, while science majors may be able to apply the course as a general or free elective.

In this course, students will learn language by immersing themselves in the confluence of three distinct cultures: Inca, Quechua, and Spanish.

Through daily interactions with Peruvians, language classes, literature readings, cultural excursions and archaeological site visits, students will experience how Inca and Quechua cultures have survived in the midst of a Spanish-speaking society.

n Britain, fieldtrips to major sites in Liverpool and London will augment class discussions of the Beatles’ music and the times in which they lived. For the major creative writing project of the course, each student will have three options: present a 5-7 page sample of original writing in whatever genre preferred on the topic of cultural or personal evolution; do a 10-minute Powerpoint presentation demonstrating some aspect of cultural evolution in the 60s or ways that our culture has been impacted and changed by what happened in the 60s; or create a scripted 10-minute film/video on the subject of cultural or personal evolution.

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LABS & TUTORS Math Lab The Math Lab is focused on student success in Mathematics, Physics, and Statistics courses offered at UCBA and is located in Muntz Hall, room 112G (in the computer concourse).

No scheduled appointments are needed; simply drop-in anytime during open hours for assistance. Check for the current schedule at: www.ucblueash.edu/mathlab.

Tutoring Assistance

The Math Lab staff consists of several academic tutors and numerous student tutors. Tutors cannot assist with take-home quizzes, tests, or graded homework; they can, however work with similar problems from current UCBA textbooks. Assistance is also available by phone (513-745-5760) but only with odd-numbered questions from current UCBA textbooks and as tutors are available.

Lab Resources

Copies of current textbooks are available for use in the Math Lab only; additional reference copies are available for lending from the UCBA library (Muntz Hall, room 113) with a 2 hour limit.

Math Lab 112G Muntz Hall (513) 745-5760 kevin.kellar@uc.edu

www.ucblueash.edu/mathlab

Students may also borrow calculators from the UCBA library; this includes graphing calculators, scientific calculators, and basic 4-function calculators.

Science Learning Lab

QUESTIONS

The Science Learning Lab is designed to help students in Biology, Chemistry, Dental Hygiene, Nursing, Radiation Technology, and Allied Health science courses. The lab provides free individual and small group tutoring, as well as peer study groups. Students using the lab have access to computers, anatomical models, microscopes, radiological films, and supplementary texts and software. The Science Learning is staffed by three full-time academic tutors who thoroughly enjoy sharing their knowledge of science with students.

Fall 2014 Hours

Monday through Thursday: 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Friday: 8 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Saturday: closed Sunday: 12 p.m. - 4 p.m.

We make it possible. You make it happen.

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Science Learning Lab 200 Walters Hall (513) 936-1705 www.ucblueash.edu/students/services/ labs/science-lab.html

LABS & TUTORS UCBA Writing Center The UCBA Writing Center offers three kinds of tutoring: writing, reading, and study skills. Academic tutors work with students from all disciplines, not just English.

Online writing tutoring through Skype is also available. All Writing Center services are free to UCBA students.

Scheduling an Appointment

The center accommodates walk-ins but encourages students to schedule appointments. Appointments are made online via Starfish, a service within Blackboard. Appointments range from 30 to 60 minutes. Instructions for scheduling are available on the center’s website.

Lab Resources

The center offers computers, printing, and access to MLA and APA handbooks.

It is also an excellent place for students to work independently; it has comfortable study tables that are perfect for individuals or groups.

QUESTIONS Writing Center 112K Muntz Hall (513) 745-5733 www.ucblueash.edu/writing-center

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GET CONNECTED We’re All UC! As a student at UC Blue Ash, you’ll experience the personal attention of our suburban Blue Ash campus while enjoying the opportunity to experience all that comes with being a UC student.

Free Shuttle

Bearcat Tickets

Recreation Center

Get student tickets: • Online at gobearcats.com/students • At the ticket office: Richard E. Lindner Center, Suite 480.

Open Monday-Friday; 8-5 p.m.

• Via phone at 1-877-CATS-TIX

UC Blue Ash offers a free shuttle that runs between the Blue Ash and Clifton campuses during the semester. The shuttle begins pick-up at 7:00am in the Rec Center Circle on the Clifton campus. Shuttles run between campuses until 9:00pm Monday-Thursday and until 5:00pm on Friday. Shuttles arrive at each location approximately every 45 minutes.

Access the Recreation Center on the Clifton Campus by completing a membership application at the facility. Since UC Blue Ash students are not required to pay the Campus Life fee, they are required to pay $120/semester for membership to the Recreation Center. More information available at www.uc.edu/reccenter.

Housing & Food Services

UC Blue Ash students can apply for on campus housing and meal plans on the Clifton Campus. For more information, visit www.uc.edu/housing. Contact UCHousing@uc.edu or (513) 556-6461 for more information.

We make it possible. You make it happen.

All UC students are admitted FREE with a valid Student ID to all Bearcats Athletics home games. (*Tickets are required for Football and Men’s Basketball.)

Olympic Sports: Show your UC Student ID and be admitted for FREE to all home Olympic sports events including Baseball, Men’s Soccer, Track & Field, Volleyball, Women’s Basketball and Women’s Soccer.

Men’s Basketball: UC students need a ticket to be admitted to all home games held at Fifth Third Arena; visit gobearcats. com/students to get the dates of when FREE tickets will be available. The 2014-15 schedule will be announced by the end of September.

Loyalty Program: For every home game a student attends, he/she will receive points that for exciting benefits!

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GET CONNECTED Connect with Health Services You have access to University Student Health Insurance and health services on the Clifton Campus. Schedule an appointment and find more information at www.uc.edu/uhs or (513) 556-6868.

University Health Services

University Health Services has two convenient clinic locations and a pharmacy.

To enhance the needs of the student, we offer appointments and walk-in services.

Personal health information is protected and will be shared with only those you choose to share it with.

West Campus Clinic Richard E. Lindner Center, 3rd Floor 2751 O’Varsity Way Cincinnati, OH 45221 (513) 556-2564 East Campus Clinic Holmes Building, 1st Floor Corner of Eden Ave. and Albert Sabin Way Cincinnati, OH 45267 (513) 584-4457 For hours and more information, visit: uc.edu/uhs

Have Student Health Insurance?

Students enrolled in the UC Student Health Insurance (SHI) Plan enjoy the convenience of primary medical care at no charge when they visit either of our two University Health Services (UHS) campus locations. If students are ill, they are seen by a UHS physician that same day.

Students do not pay for primary care, including lab tests and X-rays ordered and rendered by physicians and technicians at the two UHS facilities. With UC Student Health Insurance, students have the benefit of access to UHS mental health services. A nominal co-pay is another plus for students utilizing the UHS Pharmacy.

The Plan also provides health insurance coverage for specialty care and hospitalization. It is a comprehensive, major medical policy with benefits customized specifically for UC students and thus is considered comparable to, and in many cases, better than group and individual policies.

No Student Health Insurance?

For a set fee,* you can be seen at University Health Services for minor illness/ injury, office visit, X-rays and in-house labs such as CBC, rapid strep and rapid flu tests, mono, U/A, urine pregnancy test, and serum pregnancy test. Any labs that need to be sent out will be billed to the patient’s insurance. This will include labs such as chem profile, cultures, thyroid, STD testing and pap smears. Payment for services has never been easier. We will accept cash, check, credit cards**, debit cards, Bearcat Card, or services can be billed to your student account. Administered statements can be provided for possible reimbursement through your private health insurance. * Visit uc.edu/uhs for fee information ** We do not accept American Express

For more information about UC Student Health Insurance, visit www.uc.edu/uhs/ student_health_insurance.

Suggested Information and Items to Bring to Campus: Health insurance card or copy

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Check with insurance company regarding out-of-state coverage.

UHS does NOT have a provider agreement with any health insurance except Student Health Insurance.

Immunization dates

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Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) Tetanus/diphtheria (Td) Tetanus/diphtheria/pertussis (Tdap) Hepatitis B Varicella (chickenpox) Meningitis

Medication allergies Prescription medications

Bring adequate supply or transfer to a local pharmacy

Telephone number of physician Signed parental consent for treatment if under 18.

Flu shot

Available at UHS or local pharmacies.

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