University of Central Missouri | Freshman Visit Booklet 2021/2022

YOUR LIFE AT

UCM FRESHMAN VISIT 2021/2022

Discover a university with 150 years of academic excellence – a university that pairs your ambitions with valuable opportunities. You’ll discover the opportunity to learn from world-class faculty who support you and know you by name. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to be treated like an individual, not a number, the opportunity to fit in – while standing out and the opportunity to create the future you want. That’s the power of Opportunity in Action. Discover your future at UCM!

YOUR FUTURE IN THE MAKING FOUR COLLEGES

150+

1,561

ACRE CAMPUS

PROGRAMS APPROXIMATELY

10k

STUDENTS

TOP RANKED

UCM IS CONSISTENTLY RANKED BY U.S. NEWS & WORLD REPORT AND THE PRINCETON REVIEW.

YOUR SUPPORT UCM provides support for every area of your education with faculty and staff who are dedicated to your future and genuinely care about your success. You’ll have your very own success team to help you navigate and customize your UCM experience!

Academic success advisors cheer you on from day one! We want to get to know you and help you reach your definition of success.

We’ll discuss your goals, help you select a major and enroll in courses, build an academic plan and share exciting UCM opportunities. Your advisor is always a text, phone call, email, walk-in or appointment away. We are here for YOU!

– Rachelle Krausen Academic Success Advisor

As a Career Advisor, I love the way our Career Services team prioritizes supporting students and their career readiness. It’s inspiring to prepare students, through our courses and additional resources, to gain the confidence to pursue their goals and to be curious to try new things.

– Chelsea Miyashiro Career Advisor

I advise and mentor students about federal financial aid, scholarships and grants as they navigate their path through college. It’s inspiring to see hardworking students complete their degree from start to finish with the tools and connections I’m able to offer!

– Maddie Brungardt Financial Aid Counselor

I meet with students to discuss their academic successes and struggles. I also provide hands-on tips and tricks from my personal college experience including time management skills and learned study tips, and how to plan time for their classes and homework while practicing self-care.

– Amia Shaw Academic Success Coach

I start by listening to a students’ story. Then, we work together to create a plan that will help them develop confidence and gain the skills needed to successfully reach their goals.

– Dr. Matt Garver Faculty Mentor

YOUR CAMPUS ELLIOTT STUDENT UNION Located in the heart of campus, the Elliott Student Union is the perfect gathering place for students, and features The Union Bowling Center, Union Cinema, Success Advising Center and multiple dining options.

JAMES C. KIRKPATRICK LIBRARY The James C. Kirkpatrick Library provides 20,000 square feet and three stories of space to research, study and relax. It is also home to the award-winning McClure Archives and University Museum.

STUDENT RECREATION AND WELLNESS CENTER

The Student Recreation and Wellness Center (SRWC) is a state-of-the-art facility with fitness equipment, basketball courts, a running track and a rock-climbing wall.

UCM’s award-winning campus is known for its beauty.

Take a break between classes to relax in the quad beneath 100-year-old trees, hang out with friends at the Elliott Student Union or get in a workout at the Student Recreation and Wellness Center. You’ll find a blend of historic buildings and state-of-the-art facilities on our 1,561 acres.

AUDREY J. WALTON STADIUM Home of Mules Football, the Audrey J. Walton Stadium features seating for 5,800 with vending and luxury suites on three levels, as well as a 400-meter track and a 15,000-square-foot space with locker rooms, a sports medicine room and training facility.

THE CROSSING The Crossing is located adjacent to Walton Stadium, The Crossing is a mixed-use facility that features student apartments, Spin! Neapolitan Pizza, Starbucks and the University Store.

SAFEST

COLLEGE CAMPUS

IN MISSOURI 2019 Ranking by “Your Local Security Organization”

By living on campus, you’ll have the

YOUR HOME

25

opportunity to get involved, discover new experiences and make lifelong friendships.

You’ll also be within walking distance of your classes, the library, the Student Recreation and Wellness Center and tons of great dining options (don’t forget about the free Wi-Fi, laundry and utilities). There is always something exciting happening on campus!

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INTRAMURAL

RESIDENCE

SPORTS

HALLS

200+

13

STUDENT

ORGANIZATIONS

27

GREEK LETTER

ORGANIZATIONS AT UCM

ON-CAMPUS

DINING OPTIONS

10

SPECIAL HOUSING

INTEREST PROGRAMS

YOUR INVESTMENT

ucmo.edu/costs

At UCM, we believe that everyone deserves the opportunity for an affordable, high-quality education, which is why we work hard to keep costs low and help you graduate with less debt. In fact, our costs are lower than most colleges in Missouri, and well below the national average!*

*According to College Tuition Compare 2020/2021 rates

UCM’S TYPICAL YEARLY COSTS* Yearly costs are based on 30 credit hours.

92

%

UCM UNDERGRADUATES RECEIVE FINANCIAL AID

95%

In-State

Out-of-State

Tuition & General Fees

$ 9,072

$16,819

Textbooks

$ 1,250

$ 1,250

Residence Hall

$ 5,904

$ 5,904

Meal Plan

$ 3,454

$ 3,454

$19,680

$27,427 **

YOU INVEST

*These costs are before financial aid is applied. ** The UCM Bound Out-of-State Scholarship and other out-of-state assistance is available to those who qualify.

UCM GRADUATES

LAUNCH THEIR CAREER OR CONTINUE THEIR EDUCATION WITHIN SIX MONTHS OF GRADUATION*

HOW UCM COMPARES NATIONALLY*

UCM Scholarship Finder allows students to apply for multiple

$9,072

fill out ONE application that is automatically submitted toward all

ucmo.edu/scholarshipfinder

$41,411

$11,171

scholarships at one time. You only

eligible scholarships!

$26,809

Average tuition including fees is based on 30 credit hours.

In-state UCM

In-state public Out-of-state public

Private

*Data provided by U.S. News & World Report, 2020-2021 national average for four-year colleges

YOUR TOWN POPULATION: 20,000+ 45 MILES FROM KANSAS CITY 2020 MOST PATRIOTIC CITY IN MISSOURI*

Warrensburg – “The Burg” as it’s lovingly known – gives you the perfect balance between city and small-town life! Our town is proud to be the home of UCM and will welcome and support you as a student. Here, you’ll find miles of hiking trails, many unique local shops, two beautiful lakes and a dog park! Whatever your interests are, you’ll find something to love about The Burg!

CENTRAL MISSOURI SPEEDWAY Spend an evening at the races by visiting the Central Missouri Speedway, a Nascar-sanctioned clay track just three miles north of Warrensburg!

NASSIF AQUATIC CENTER Cool off at Nassif Aquatic Center, a local water park that features a lap pool, slide, diving board, spray ground and lazy river.

Right across from Nassif are eight tennis courts and a skate park!

* Per Insurify.com

PERTLE SPRINGS Go hiking, catch some fish or have a bonfire at this 300-acre park! Now home of the Mules National Golf Club and Traditions Restaurant, Pertle Springs once housed a resort that was one of the most popular tourist destinations in Missouri! In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, people came from all across the United States to visit the resort and drink from the spring, which they believed to have healing powers.

KNOB NOSTER STATE PARK Become one with nature at the beautiful Knob Noster State Park, only seven miles east of Warrensburg! You can enjoy camping, rent a kayak, have a picnic or check out one of seven trails and several lakes.

WARRENSBURG FARMERS MARKET Find fresh homegrown vegetables, fruits, flowers and plants from 30+ local vendors at the downtown Warrensburg Farmers Market!

Keep your eye to the sky – you'll often catch a glimpse of the iconic B-2 Spirit bomber, as Whiteman Air Force Base is just 12 miles east of Warrensburg!

25+ UNIQUE, LOCALLY OWNED RESTAURANTS Take on “Ron’s Challenge” at Raging Bull Steakhouse! Finish a four-pound cheeseburger, two large orders of fries, two large milkshakes and one large soda in 30 minutes to get your bill paid, your name on the wall of fame and a free T-shirt!

Heroes Restaurant and Pub has been a town favorite since 1981! They’re famous for their onion rings and even have an entrée called the “Warrensburger!”

YOUR PEERS SHELBY ST AUBYN HOMETOWN Bowling Green, Missouri

COLLEGE College of Education

MAJOR Middle School General Science Education

RECOGNITION 2021 UCM Student Employee of the Year – 3rd place winner!

WHY UCM? “I was on campus back in 2017 for Missouri Girls State and really enjoyed the “small-town feeling” that campus and Warrensburg provided. I’ve made amazing friends and received the opportunity to work in the Success Advising Center on campus.”

WHAT’S LIFE LIKE ON CAMPUS? “I really love living on campus! UCM has all suite-style dorms so you only share a bathroom with (maximum) three other people instead of your entire floor, and they provide first year ‘SHIPs’ where students of a certain major live on a floor together, which I feel like is such a great idea to do because these are the people you will see for the next four years in most of your classes. I also feel like there is ALWAYS something going on!”

The best way to see if UCM is the right fit for you is to learn from the experiences of real students! See why they love UCM and catch a glimpse into their daily lives on campus.

FAVORITE PLACE ON CAMPUS? “The grassy area outside of the dorms on the west side of campus! It’s my favorite place to just sit and relax or even work on homework. (BONUS: It’s right outside my dorm!)”

ADVICE TO INCOMING FRESHMEN? “Get involved! UCM will become your new home away from home, and the best way to make it enjoyable is to immerse yourself in everything it has to offer. Check out the involvement fair during the first week on campus and leave a contact email or phone number for any organizations that seem like they would be a good fit. My personal favorite decision I’ve made at UCM was becoming a student worker on campus! You get to make strong relationships with university faculty and they really push you to be your best self throughout your time at UCM!”

A DAY IN THE LIFE 6-7 a.m.

Wake up and get ready

7:15-7:45 a.m.

Breakfast at Todd Dining Hall

8 a.m.-Noon

Education block courses

Noon-1 p.m.

1-4 p.m.

Lunch in the Union; do homework Work

4-5 p.m.

Homework

5:30-6:30 p.m.

Dinner at Ellis Dining Hall

8 p.m.

Hall Council meeting

9 p.m.

Work out at the Student Rec Center

11 p.m.

Get organized for tomorrow,

catch up with my roommate

and watch Law & Order before bed

YOUR PEERS DEMETRIUS HAMPTON HOMETOWN

Kansas City, Missouri

COLLEGE

College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences

MAJOR

Theatre and International Studies

WHY UCM? “Many of my high school teachers that I loved attended this school, and after looking into it, I felt it was where I belonged. My twin brother was also committed to come here for a sport, and it just made sense.”

WHAT’S LIFE LIKE ON CAMPUS? “I lived in a residence hall my first year and then moved to an on-campus apartment my sophomore year. I have been involved in many organizations like the Student Government Association, UCM Dance Club and intramural sports. I built friendships by talking to people who lived on my floor and in my classes my first year. I also decided to try things involving my interests and began to meet people that way. Study groups, meals or just walking to different classes really helps solidify those relationships.”

FAVORITE PLACE ON CAMPUS? “My favorite place on campus is the Elliott Student Union. I go there daily to sit and talk to my peers before or after class while grabbing a bite to eat.”

ADVICE TO INCOMING FRESHMEN? “Try everything. If you think an event looks interesting, go to it. If there is an organization that looks fun, go to a meeting. The worst thing to do is not get involved. It helps you grow in all aspects.”

A DAY IN THE LIFE 8-9:30 a.m.

Work

9:30-10 a.m.

Grab coffee from Einstein’s

10-10:50 a.m.

Literature and History of Theatre class

11 a.m.-Noon

Lunch with friends in the Union

Noon-12:50 p.m.

Anthropology class

1-2 p.m.

Modern Dance class

2-5 p.m.

Work

5-6 p.m.

Dinner with friends at Todd Dining Hall

6:15-10 p.m.

Rehearsal for a theatre production

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