Welcome Students!
Dear 2014 Delta State University Orientation Attendee and Guest, Welcome to Delta State University! We are honored you have chosen to visit our campus and attend our Orientation event. This is a good opportunity for you to explore our beautiful campus and meet our wonderful faculty and staff. We hope that by the time you leave our campus you will picture yourself as one of our own. We have plenty of events to keep our students busy. Whether you love sports, arts, religious or Greek organizations, music, or athletics we have them all! Our university community is here to serve you. Delta State University is a wonderful choice for your college education. If we may assist you, please contact us. Enjoy your DSU experience! Sincerely, William N. LaForge President
Let me be the first to welcome you to Delta State University and our 2014 Orientation program. At DSU we offer our students a quality educational experience by providing accredited degree programs, a variety of cocurricular activities, and a strong commitment to excellence. We are excited about your decision to join the Delta State family and encourage you to take advantage of the many opportunities you will be presented with over the next few years. While you are at Orientation, you will receive valuable information about how to make the most of your time at DSU. As you arrive on campus to begin taking classes, keep in mind that your education occurs both inside and outside the classroom. Studies have shown that students who get involved in campus activities are much more satisfied with their college experience. Ask your Orientation group leader for more information on campus life at DSU. To the parents and families of our new students, I would like to welcome you as well and remind you of what an important role you play in the educational process. Your support for both your student and DSU contribute immensely to the success he or she is sure to find here. Once again, we welcome you to the DSU family and hope you will use this opportunity to learn more about all the University has to offer. I look forward to meeting you and wish you a successful and productive year at Delta State. Congratulations on your decision to become a Statesmen and a member of the Fighting Okra Team! Sincerely,
Dr. Wayne Blansett Vice President for Student Affairs Delta State University 1
Freshman Schedule
Freshman Students & Parents June 17 – 18 | June 25 – 26 | July 15 – 16 DAY 1 10:00 – 11:30 AM ORIENTATION CHECK-IN Kent Wyatt Hall
Taking Care of Business Pick up Orientation packet and t-shirt / Have picture made for OkraKard /
Check Admissions Status / Check Financial Assistance / Get key and check into Residence Halls
11:30 – 12:50 AM LUNCH ON YOUR OWN 1:00 PM
GENERAL SESSION Jacob Conference Center, Ewing Hall
Door Prizes 2014 Orientation Team
Welcome Messages President William N. LaForge, Delta State University / Dr. Wayne Blansett,
Vice-President for Student Affairs / Dr. Charles McAdams, Provost & Vice President for Academic Affairs /
Mikel Sykes, SGA President / Elsie Lynn Ervin, Director of Student Life & Orientation
Skit Presentation 2014 Orientation Team
Housing & Residence Life Julie Jackson, Director
Introduction of O-Team & Grouping by Major Elsie Lynn Ervin, Director
Break (STUDENTS) move to BPAC or Gibson-Gunn with Group Leaders Break (PARENTS) (stay in Ewing Hall)
Student Services Panel I Student Business Services, Financial Assistance, Academic Support Services,
Career Services, Student Success Center, Admissions
Student Services Panel II University Police, Aramark Food Services, Housing & Residence Life, Health and
Counseling Services, Barnes & Noble Bookstore, Information Technology
Faculty Viewpoint – Students Don Allan Mitchell, Professor of English
Faculty Viewpoint – Parents Clint Wood, Chair of Accountancy, CIS, and Finance
4:00 PM
SMALL GROUP SESSION #1 H.L. Nowell Student Union
4:30 PM
REAL FOOD ON CAMPUS Young-Mauldin Dining Hall
5:30 PM
SOCIAL WITH FACULTY (PARENTS) 2nd Floor West Lobby, H.L. Nowell Student Union
SENSITIVE ISSUES (STUDENTS) 2nd Floor East Lobby, H.L. Nowell Student Union
6:15 PM
GREEK LIFE SESSION 2nd Floor East Lobby, H.L. Nowell Student Union
7:00 PM
SMALL GROUP SESSION #2 (STUDENTS) H.L. Nowell Student Union
8:30 PM
STUDENT SOCIAL Forrest Wyatt Center
Good Night, Parents! See you at 8:30 in the morning at Ewing Hall.
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DAY 2 7:00 – 8:15 AM
BREAKFAST ON YOUR OWN
8:30 AM
REGISTRAR’S SESSION Jacob Conference Center, Ewing Hall
9:00 AM
SMALL GROUP SESSION #3 Walk with OL to Dean’s Meeting
9:15 AM
ACADEMIC DEANS’ MEETINGS
College of Arts & Sciences, 2nd Floor West Lobby, H.L. Nowell Student Union
College of Business, 2nd Floor East Lobby, H.L. Nowell Student Union
College of Education, 3rd Floor Open Classroom Area, Ewing Hall
School of Nursing, Room 101, Robert E. Smith School of Nursing
10:00 AM
ADVISEMENT & REGISTRATION (STUDENTS) with Orientation Leaders
PARENT INFORMATION SESSION Jacob Conference Center, Ewing Hall
“Parents 101” Advice for parenting a college student / Greetings from Mr. Steve McClellan, Vice
President for Finance & Administration / Greetings from DSU Alumni & Foundation / Greetings and
Invitation from DSU Athletics / Parents Association / Wrap-up & Evaluation
10:30 AM – 1:00 PM ORGANIZATIONAL FAIR (STUDENTS & PARENTS) 1st Floor Lobby, Ewing Hall
AFTER REGISTRATION Orientation Check-out 1st Floor Lobby, Ewing Hall
AFTER CHECK-OUT Optional Campus & Residence Hall Tours
You may go to the halls on your own from 11:00 am until 4:00 pm. Housing staff will meet you there.
If you are after 4:00 pm with your registration process, please go see the Housing personnel in
Bailey Hall 108 for assistance.
Thanks for attending Orientation 2014! We hope you have enjoyed your experience and will return to campus often. Please feel free to contact any of our professional staff before you leave if we can provide any further information about Delta State University. 3
Transfer Schedule Transfer Students & Parents
June 20 | July 8
8:00 – 9:30 AM
ORIENTATION CHECK-IN Kent Wyatt Hall
Taking Care of Business Have picture made and get your OkraKard / Check Admissions Status /
Check Financial Assistance
9:30 AM
VISIT OTHER OFFICES AS NEEDED
10:00 AM
GENERAL SESSION Jacob Conference Center, Ewing Hall
Welcome Messages President William N. LaForge, Delta State University / Dr. Wayne Blansett,
Vice-President for Student Affairs / Dr. Charles McAdams, Provost & Vice President for Academic Affairs /
Mr. Steve McClellan, Vice President for Finance & Administration / Mikel Sykes, SGA President /
Elsie Lynn Ervin, Director of Student Life & Orientation
Student Services Panel I Student Business Services, Financial Assistance, Admissions, Registrar,
Career Services, Barnes & Noble Bookstore, Student Success Center
Break (Enjoy refreshments) 1st Floor Lobby, Ewing Hall
Ice Breakers & Door Prizes 2014 Orientation Team
Student Services Panel II University Police, Student Health & Counseling Services, Housing &
Residence Life, Information Technology, Aramark Food Services, Athletics, Greek Life
Parents Association Elsie Lynn Ervin, Director of Student Life & Orientation
Introduction of Orientation Team & Grouping by Major Elsie Lynn Ervin, Director
12:15 PM
SMALL GROUP SESSIONS H.L. Nowell Student Union, Orientation Leaders
1:15 PM
REAL FOOD ON CAMPUS Young-Mauldin Dining Hall
2:00 PM
ACADEMIC DEANS’ MEETINGS
College of Arts & Sciences, 2nd Floor West Lobby, H.L. Nowell Student Union
College of Business, 2nd Floor East Lobby, H.L. Nowell Student Union
College of Education, 3rd Floor Open Classroom Area, Ewing Hall
School of Nursing, Room 101, Robert E. Smith School of Nursing
FOLLOWED BY Advisement & Registration (Students) Meet with Advisors
2:30 – 4:30 PM
ORGANIZATION FAIR 1st Floor Lobby, H.L. Nowell Student Union
CAMPUS & RESIDENCE HALL TOURS Residence Halls
Go directly to the residence halls, where staff will meet you, any time from 2:30 until 4:00.
CHECK OUT 1st Floor Lobby, H.L. Nowell Student Union
Thanks for attending Orientation 2014! We hope you have enjoyed your experience and will return to campus often. Please feel free to contact any of our professional staff before you leave if we can provide any further information about Delta State University. 4
Fighting Okra I
Over twenty years ago, Delta State baseball players rooted in a rowdy group at basketball games on the Cleveland, Mississippi campus. Creative youngsters found the Statesman a bit boring. They wanted change. Uniforms are predominantly green, so the hardball suggestion was to become Fighting Algae. “Somebody with common sense suggested that, to rivals, our players would be more grossly labeled Pond Scum,” said Delta State sports information director Paul Smith. Baseball boys kept searching for something “green, Southern and ugly.” Soon, the gang began to chant, “Fighting Okra!” Baseballers were so enthused they crashed the locker room at halftime, where stunned basketball chaps were serenaded with bellows of “Okra! Okra!” Smith says the coach thought intruders were yelling, “Oprah! Oprah!” Being more into X’s and O’s than promos for a TV host, he ejected the cheerers. It didn’t subside. Other patrons soon picked up the arena cry. Local newspaper writers began calling the hoops facility “Okradome.” Even as Delta State traditionalists lobbied to diminish the Fighting Okra movement, demand kept escalating for a veggie known more scientifically as Abelmoschus esculentus. Okra has become a cash cow. Today’s symbol is a sneering, grubby piece of okra that wears boxing gloves and perches proudly on paraphernalia sold at the campus bookstore. What a tasty matchup if the Fighting Okra meets Rice. You can find Hardrockers at the South Dakota School of Mines, Vixens at Sweet Briar (Va.) and, just for baseball, the Cal State Long Beach Dirtbags. Nothing more yummy than Fighting Okra.
N NICKNAME REALM, FIGHTING OKRA SNAPPIEST By HUBERT MIZELL, Times Correspondent Published May 23, 2004 College sports nicknames become powerful identities. Passions are massive around Florida for Seminoles, Hurricanes, Gators and Bulls. Nationally, dozens are familiar, each with marketing magic, including Fighting Irish, Tar Heels, Wolverines, Ducks, Horned Frogs and scads of Bulldogs, Tigers and Wildcats. Some universities double dip, like Georgia Tech with its Engineers and Yellow Jackets, also at Virginia Tech where Gobblers were replaced in a screaming landslide by Hokies. Here’s my favorite ... Delta State, a Division II school with consistently strong athletics, has forever been Statesmen. But, in an inventive generation, the identity now sold on T-shirts, hats, mugs, key chains, banners and even a Beanie Baby is ... Fighting Okra.
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Campus Contacts WILLIAM N. LAFORGE
President
(662) 846-4000
DR. CHARLES MCADAMS
Provost / VP for Academic Affairs
(662) 846-4010
DR. WAYNE BLANSETT
VP for Student Affairs
(662) 846-4150
RONNIE MAYERS
Athletic Director
(662) 846-4300
STEVE MCCLELLAN
VP for Finance & Administration
(662) 846-4004
KEITH FULCHER
Executive Director, Alumni &Foundation
(662) 846-4704
DR. PAUL HANKINS
Interim Dean, College of Arts & Sciences (until June 30)
(662) 846-4100
DR. DAVID BREAUX
Dean, College of Arts & Sciences (beginning July 1)
(662) 846-4100
DR. BILLY MOORE
Dean, College of Business
(662) 846-4200
DR. LESLIE GRIFFIN
Dean, College of Education & Human Sciences
(662) 846-4400
DR. LIZABETH CARLSON
Dean, School of Nursing
(662) 846-4268
DR. DEBBIE HESLEP
Dean, Enrollment Services
(662) 846-4020
CHRIS GAINES
Director of Recruiting
(662) 846-4020
DOUG JOHNSON
Academic Support Services
(662) 846-4654
JEFFREY FARRIS
Alumni Affairs
(662) 846-4794
LYNN BUFORD
Campus Police
(662) 846-4155
DAVLON MILLER
Career Services
(662) 846-4646
DR. RICHARD HOUSTON
Counseling & Student Health Services
(662) 846-4690
ROBERT GRANT
Aramark Food Services
(662) 846-4596
JULIE JACKSON
Director, Housing & Residence Life
(662) 846-4151
MICHAEL LIPFORD
Asst. Dir., Housing & Residence Life
(662) 846-4152
Greek Life- NPHC EDWIN CRAFT
Information Technology
(662) 846-4760
CHRISTY RIDDLE
Student Success Center
(662) 846-4574
ELISE MALLETTE
International Students/Undecided Majors
(662) 846-4574
SUZANNE SIMPSON
Registrar
(662) 846-4040
TERESA HOUSTON
Student Business Services
(662) 846-4698
ANN MARGARET MULLINS
Student Financial Assistance
(662) 846-4670
ELSIE LYNN ERVIN
Student Life / Orientation / CART
(662) 846-4666
Greek Life – IFC / Panhellenic Student Organizations / Parents Association LINDA ROSS
SGA, UPC, Pageants
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(662) 846-4666
Degree Programs BACHELOR OF ARTS (BA) ___ Art (BA-ART 1000) ___ Art Education (BA-ART-EDU 1001) ___ English (BA-ENG 1400) ___ Philosophy Concentration (BA-ENG-PHI 1870) ___ Creative Writing (BA-ENG-CW 1403) ___ English Concentration (BA-ENG-ENG 1400) ___ Foreign Languages (BA-FL 1420) ___ French (BA-FL-FR 1430) ___ Philosophy (BA-FL-PH 1872) ___ Spanish (BA-FL-SP 1410) ___ History (BA-HIS 1300) ___ Journalism (BA-JOU 1480) ___ Music (BA-MUS 1600) ___ Political Science (BA-PSC 1800) ___ Psychology (BA-PSY 5100) ___ Communication Studies & Theatre Arts (BA-CSTA 1473) ___ Communication Studies (BA-CSTA-CS 1401) ___ Theatre Arts (BA-CSTA-TA 1471)
BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (BBA) ___ Accounting (BBA-ACC 3100) ___ Computer Information Systems (BBA-CIS 3400) ___ Finance (BBA-FIN 3500) ___ General Business Administration (BBA-GEN 3520) ___ Entrepreneurship (BBA-GEN-E 3521) ___ General Business Administration (BBA-GEN-GEN 3520) ___ Insurance and Real Estate (BBA-IRR 3510) ___ Real Estate (BBA-IRR-RE 3511) ___ Financial Planning (BBA-IRR-FP 3512) ___ Management (BBA-MGT 3600) ___ International Business Development (BBA-MGT-IBD 3601) ___ Management (BBA-MGT-MGT 3600) ___ Services Management (BBA-MGT-SVCS 3602) ___ Marketing (BBA-MKT 3610)
BACHELOR OF COMMERCIAL AVIATION (BCA) ___ Aviation Management (BCA-AM 3300) ___ Flight Operations (BCA-FO 3310)
BACHELOR OF FINE ARTS (BFA) ___ Art (BFA-ART 1000) ___ Crafts Emphasis (BFA-ART-CR 1002) ___ Graphic Design Emphasis (BFA-ART-GD 1003) ___ Painting Emphasis (BFA-ART-PA 1005) ___ Photography Emphasis (BFA-ART-PH 1007) ___ Sculpture Emphasis (BFA-ART-SC 1006) ___ Digital Media Arts (BFA-DIG-ART 1017)
___ Keyboard/Instrumental (BM-MUS-KEY 1631) ___ Vocal Performance (BM-MUS-VOC 1632)
___ Audio Engineering Technology (BSMIS-AET 1652) ___ Music Industry Entrepreneurship (BSMIS-MIE 1654)
BACHELOR OF MUSIC EDUCATION (BMEd)
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN EDUCATION (BSEd)
___ Music Education (BME-MUS 2620) ___ Instrumental Music (BME-MUS-IME 2624) ___ Choral/General Music (BME-MUS-CGM 2626)
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (BS) ___ Athletic Training (BS-AT 5350) ___ Biology (BS-BIO 1200) ___ General Biology Concentration (BS-BIO-GEN 1201) ___ Premedical Science Concentration (BS-BIO-MED 1202) ___ Biology Education Concentration (BS-BIO-EDU 1205) ___ Chemistry (BS-CHE 1700) ___ General Chemistry Concentration (BS-CHE-GEN 1701) ___ ACS Certified Chemistry (BS-CHE-ACS 1702) ___ Premedical Science Concentration (BS-CHE-MED 1703) ___ Chemistry/General Science Educ. Conc. (BS-CHE-EDU 1704) ___ Environmental Science (BS-ENV 1210) ___ General Environmental Science Conc. (BS-ENV-GEN 1212) ___ Geospatial Information Technology (BS-ENV-GIT 8075) ___ Wildlife Management Conc. (BS-ENV-WM 1214) ___ Family & Consumer Sciences (BS-FCS 5405) ___ Child Development Concentration (BS-FCS-CD 5401) ___ Nutrition/Dietetics Concentration (BS-FCS-ND 5404) ___ Fashion Merchandising Concentration (BS-FCS-FM 5410) ___ Health, PE and Recreation (BS-HPER 5300) ___ Health and Physical Education (BS-HPER-HPE 5302) ___ Recreation Concentration (BS-HPER-REC 5303) ___ Sports Information Concentration (BS-HPER-SI 5304) ___ Sports Management Concentration (BS-HPER-SM 5305) ___ Exercise Science Concentration (BS-HPER-ES 5306) ___ Mathematics (BS-MAT 1500) ___ Social Science (BS-SSC 1820) ___ Geography Concentration (BS-SSC-GEO 1821) ___ Sociology Concentration (BS-SSC-SOC 1826) ___ Applied Development Studies Conc. (BS-SSC-ADS 1827) ___ Social Science Concentration (BS-SSC-SSC 1828) ___ Speech and Hearing Sciences (BS-SHS 1100)
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN SOCIAL JUSTICE AND CRIMINOLOGY (BSJC)
___ Elementary Education (BSE-ELE 5210) ___ English Education (BSE-ENG 2400) ___ Health, PE and Recreation (BSE-HPER 5300) ___ Mathematics Education (BSE-MAT 2500) ___ Social Science Education (BSE-SSC 2820)
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING (BSN) ___ Pre-Nursing (BSN-PRE-NUR 0005) ___ Pre-RN/BSN (BSN-PRE-RNBS 0006)
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN SOCIAL WORK (BSW) ___ Social Work (BSW 1830)
PRE-PROFFESSIONAL CURRICULA (BS) ___ Biology (BS-BIO 1200) ___ Clinical Laboratory Sciences (BS-BIO-CLS 0212) ___ Cytotechnology (BS-BIO-CYT 0214) ___ Dental Hygiene (BS-BIO-DH 0240) ___ Health Information & Informatics Mgmt (BS-BIO-HIM 0255) ___ Medical Records Administration (BS-BIO-MRA 0250) ___ Occupational Therapy (BS-BIO-OT 0270) ___ Physical Therapy (BS-BIO-PT 0220) ___ Pre-Dental (BS-BIO-DEN 0740) ___ Pre-Optometry (BS-BIO-OPT 0730) ___ Pre-Pharmacy (BS-BIO-PHA 0710) ___ Pre-Veterinary Medicine (BS-BIO-VET 0230) ___ Radiologic Sciences (BS-BIO-RAD 0216) ___ Respiratory Therapy (BS-BIO-RES 0260) ___ Chemistry (BS-CHE 1700) ___ Pre-Dental (BS-CHE-DEN 0740) ___ Pre-Pharmacy (BS-CHE-PHA 0710) ___ Pre-Veterinary Medicine (BS-CHE-VET 0230) ___ Occupational Therapy (BS-CHE-OT 0270) ___ Pre-Optometry (BS-CHE-OPT 0730) ___ Physical Therapy (BS-CHE-PT 0220) ___ Mathematics (BS-MAT 1500) ___ Pre-Engineering (BS-MAT-EGN 0510)
___ Social Justice & Criminology (BSJC 1815)
UNDECLARED (UND) BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES (BSIS) ___ Interdisciplinary Studies (BSIS 8000) ___ Geospatial Information Technology (BS-ENV-GIT 8075)
BACHELOR OF MUSIC (BM)
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN MUSIC INDUSTRY STUDIES (BSMIS)
___ Music (BM-MUS 1600)
___ Music Industry Studies (BSMIS 1650)
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Indicate General Area of Interest ___ Undeclared (UND 0000) ___ Undeclared in Humanities, Social Sciences (UND-HSS 0001) ___ Undeclared in Science, Mathematics (UND-SM 0002) ___ Undeclared in Education (UND-E 0003) ___ Undeclared in Business (UND-B 3520)
LaForge Library 6.
TOP 10 THINGS EVERY STUDENT SHOULD KNOW ABOUT ROBERTS-LAFORGE LIBRARY
1. 2. 3.
The library’s website is www.deltastate.edu/academics/libraries/
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Your Okra Kard is your Library Card. Use it at the Circulation Desk to check out library materials.
8. 9.
The library offers an online three-credit hour course called LIB 101 Fundamentals of Information Literacy.
The library hours for the Fall and Spring Semesters are Monday – Thursday 7:30am to 10:00pm, Friday 7:30am to 4:00pm, and Sunday 2:00pm to 10:00pm.
4. 5.
To search for books use the “Library Catalog.” The catalog can be accessed from the Library’s website.
Four Reference Librarians are available to help you with class assignments and research. Don’t hesitate to contact one of them at the Reference Desk, by phone at 662-846-4431, or by email at refdesk@deltastate.edu.
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And last, but not least, don’t be afraid to ask for help!
To find journal articles search one of the “Electronic Databases.” Start with Academic Search Premier in EBSCOhost.
Some library resources are available online 24/7. To login from off-campus, use your DSU ID number, date of birth, and library PIN. Get your library PIN from the Circulation Desk.
If we don’t have a book or journal article you need we can get it using Interlibrary Loan. For more information stop by the Reference Desk or go to the Interlibrary Loan webpage.
We’re here to serve you!
Got a Question? Ask a Librarian!
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Success Center Student Success Center Helping Students Succeed In L.I.F.E. Learning, International, Focus, Experience • • • • •
Undecided on a major? Struggling in a class? Need academic tutoring? Need a game plan for success? Having trouble adjusting to college life?
If you answered “YES” to any of these questions, we CAN help you! Student Success Center H.L. Nowell Student Union 308 DSU Box 3232, Cleveland, MS 38733 (662) 846-4574 studentsuccess@deltastate.edu
Resume Consultation Get help polishing your resumé
Mock Interviews
Practice your interview skills with us
Career Fairs
Six career fairs held throughout the year
Career Coaching
Figure out your career path before and after graduation
A one-stop-shop for all your career development needs.
Delta State‘s Career Services is customizable, to help you find the job that best fits you. We are your link to some of the best employers in the area.
deltastate.edu/careerservices |
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Statesmen Connect
Great way to find jobs now and in the future
Alumni Services
We continue to provide services for your future career needs
Faculty Expectations WHAT THE DELTA STATE FACULTY EXPECT FROM STUDENTS Remember why you are here; to get an education, because education creates opportunities and gives you choices that you will not have otherwise. You are going to have to support yourself soon, whether or not you complete your education and get a good job. Doing your best as a college student will improve your chance for success. Grow up a little each day, each week. We understand you are not fully mature, but you need to be headed in that direction. The university is not a place for you to remain foolish and immature until you absolutely must enter the world. It is a place to grow, to question, to mature in a friendly, helpful environment. Come to class and work hard; be prepared (this includes reading assignments, doing homework, studying for quizzes and exams, etc.); be ready to ask questions and learn (not just the material, but a new way of thinking about the material); listen; contribute your thoughts; network with other students and faculty members; begin your future. Be curious and explore; meet people and get to know them; make new friends; participate in new venues. Be honest, understanding, patient, and compassionate.
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Don’t Ask 20 QUESTIONS COLLEGE STUDENTS SHOULD NOT ASK Did we do anything Friday, I wasn’t here? Are we going to do anything Friday, I won’t be here? Do we have to know this? How many cuts do we get? How many cuts do I have? Do you have our papers graded? Do you have a pen I can borrow? Can we get out early? Can I turn it in tomorrow? Can we have class outside? What do I need to make on the final to get an A, (or B, etc.) in this course? Are you going to read this? Do we get extra credit for coming to class on Friday? Do we get a drop grade? Is this going to be on the test? Do we HAVE to buy the book? Is it out on DVD? Can I take this course by correspondence? Can I make this test up next week; our spring formal is this weekend? Why do I need to take this course? I am majoring in _____________.
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Academic Support Academic Support Services and Developmental Studies | Division of the Student Success Center FREE services available to all Delta State students!
• ACADEMIC SUPPORT LAB Need tutoring in subjects such as: Math, English, Writing, Chemistry, Biology, Psychology, CIS, Finance, Accounting and other subjects? Visit the Academic Support Lab, Monday through Thursday from 8am–8pm, Union 302B.
• STUDY SKILLS CLASSES Make 16 or less on ACT in Math, Reading and/or English subtests? We’ll assist you in enrolling in the required developmental and study skills course(s).
• TEST-OUT OPPORTUNITIES Score 16 or less on ACT subtests and interested in taking a placement test during the summer to determine readiness for college-level courses? Students who meet the required placement scores are eligible to enroll in freshman English, Math and Reading-intensive courses for the fall. Test-out opportunities are not offered after fall classes begin.
• STUDY SKILLS WORKSHOPS Need tips to help you study? Study skills workshops are held each semester focusing on topics such as effective studying, successful note-taking, time management, tips on surviving away from home and information on how to choose a major. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT: Doug Johnson Director, Academic Support Services and Developmental Studies H.L. Nowell Student Union, Room 302b and Room 311 DSU Box 3232, Cleveland, MS 38733 (662) 846-4654 | djohnson@deltastate.edu www.deltastate.edu/academics/academic-support-developmental-studies
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First Year Seminar Designed with First Year Students in Mind • Explore diverse topics and departments • Enjoy a small classroom experience • Gain inside information from faculty, staff and students about what it takes to be successful in college • Meet other recent high school graduates and transfer students in their first year at Delta State • Receive individual support to develop writing, critical thinking, and communication skills • Participate in classroom discussions, field trips, and talks from guest lecturers • Learn from experienced faculty and staff who enjoy working with first year students. • Learn firsthand about the many student activities, events, traditions and support services available at Delta State FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT: Dr. Ethan A. Schmidt Director, First Year Seminar Division of the Student Success Center 215 Jobe Hall 1003 West Sunflower Road Cleveland, MS 38733 (662) 846-4177 | eschmidt@deltastate.edu 13
Health Center O.W. REILY STUDENT HEALTH CENTER The Health Center Hours are Monday through Friday 7:00 – 5:00. The O.W. Reily Student Health Center is available to all students enrolled full time at Delta State University. The Health Center Hours are Monday through Friday 7:00 – 5:00. The Center offers medical services, medications and counseling services with no additional expense for students. Doctor services are rendered by the Cleveland Medical Clinic Monday through Friday, 7:00 – 12:00 through Bonita Cross RN, FNP-C. Nursing services are rendered by Francis Sanders LPN and Emily Herbison LPN. Counseling Services are rendered by Richard Houston Ed.D. and Paula King NCC.
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Police Department We are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
• Drugs & Alcohol: In compliance with the DrugFree Schools and Communities Act of 1989, DSU has implemented a policy to express its commitment to the elimination of alcohol and drug abuse.
• We have a Chief of Police, An Assistant Chief, a Senior Secretary, 7 Officers, 3 Dispatchers, Interns
• Sexual Assault: Prompt reporting is strongly
& Work -study students.
recommended. Officers are available 24 hours a day to
• All Officers are Certified and have arrest powers and authority on all property owned or governed
assist the victims in obtaining medical attention and
by the University.
reporting offenses.
• PURCHASE your decal ASAP!! It could save you lots • Weapons on Campus: Section 97-37-17 of the
of money!
Mississippi Code makes it a felony for any person to
• The Police Department can help you with any type of emergency, whether it is theft, auto accident, etc.
possess or carry, whether concealed, any firearm on
WE CAN HELP!
University property. This section doesn’t apply to law enforcement personnel when on duty.
• We offer FREE vehicle unlock & battery boosts to all students on the DSU Campus. DELTA STATE EMERGENCY PHONE LOCATIONS • Zeigel Hall
• Broom Hall
CONTACT
• Walters-Caylor Hall
• Court of Governors
Student Union Room 202A
• Cain-Tatum Residence Hall • Foundation Hall
police@deltastate.edu
• Cleveland Residence Hall
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Campus Life Modern and well-equipped residence halls are maintained for both men and women. TV cable service is installed in every room on campus including the apartments for family housing. Internet access is available in every room via an Ethernet connection. Laundry options are available both within the halls and at the campus laundry facility. The DSU Health Center is available to all housing residents. There is no additional charge for any of these services. The women’s residence halls are Lawler-Harkins, Cleveland, Brumby-Castle, and Foundation Hall (north wing). The men’s residence halls are a four-wing Court of Governors (Brewer, Clark, Noel & Longino), New Men’s and Foundation Hall (east wing). A deposit of $50 is required to make a room reservation in the residence halls. Assignments are made in order of receipt of deposit, except that a student in residence has first choice both in reservation and room. The Housing Office makes room assignments and notifies these applicants when assignments are made. Along with each assignment, a resident must complete an academic year contract. If a resident is unable to fulfill the terms of the academic year contract, there is a financial penalty. Private rooms, when available, may be obtained for an additional charge. A student living alone, on the first Friday of each term, will be required to come to the Housing
Office for reassignment with a roommate or pay private room fees regardless of the circumstances that caused the single occupancy. If an applicant finds it necessary to cancel a reservation, the deposit is refunded only if the cancellation reaches the Housing Office before August 1st for the Fall semester, December 1st for the Spring semester, May 15th for Summer I term or June 15th for Summer II term. Any student under 21 years of age, who has less than 30 college credit hours and lives more than 30 miles from the main campus, will be REQUIRED to live on-campus until they complete 30 college credit hours. Each room has beds, chests, desks, chairs, a waste can and adequate closet space. Each student is required to furnish sheets, pillowcases, pillow, blankets, bedspreads, towels, laundry bags, mattress covers, and a shower curtain, all of which should be plainly marked with the owner’s name. Each residence hall has a residence hall director and students serving as resident assistants who are striving to make your residence hall experience safe, well-managed, well-maintained, and of course FUN! #gotMYroom DSU Box B-3, Bailey Hall 108, Cleveland, MS 38733 (662) 846-4151 | Fax (662) 846-4136 housing@deltastate.edu 16
Live on Campus Top 10 Reasons to Live On Campus 10. No Hidden Costs: water, heat and AC, electricity, telephone service and pest control are all included! 9. Professional laundry service on campus and laundry facilities in the residence halls. 8. Custodial and maintenance services. 7. Academic Success: On- campus residents, in general, have a higher GPA than off- campus students. 6. Cable TV and internet access in your room at no additional costs. 5. Better informed about campus events and activities. 4. Leadership and job opportunities: involvement in residence hall councils or employment as housing staff. 3. Convenience: classes, campus events, health services, cafeteria and library are within walking distance. 2. Great social life: variety of social, recreational and cultural activities in the halls and on campus. 1. Safety: DSU is protected by our campus police department 24 hours a day.
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Leaders Hints Logan Wells: The Real Nitty Gritty
Hunter’s Hot Tips
College is a time for finding yourself. Branch out and try new things. Do things you never thought you would before.
• Keep academic credit classes as a top priority. • Make a 4-year plan with your advisor for classes, instead of a 1-year plan • Get involved on campus with activities outside the classroom. Involvement relieves stress and helps you find your niche. • Try being a leader or find the successful group that you would like to follow. • Strive to always be a good but even a better person.
Make it a goal to meet as many new people as possible. Some of the best friends you will keep the rest of your life will be the ones you meet in college. Find ways to get involved on campus. Greek Recruitment is one of the best ways to meet a lot of people and find a group where you fit. However, if the Greek system is not for you, there are plenty of other organizations and clubs.
Brooks Bishop’s Tips for Success
Mark Twain once said, “I’ve never let my schooling interfere with my education.” That being said makes the point not to neglect your school work. Set aside a few hours of studying each week for every class.
• To be successful in college you have to get out of your comfort zone. • You are never going to succeed and be happy if you keep doing the same things over and over again. Now you have the opportunity to be something or do something you’ve never been or done before. Go out there and get involved in something you are passionate about. Become a leader in it and you will be amazed at the opportunities that come knocking at your door. • Do your homework! • Keep Greek life in mind! • Be kind and transparent to others!
Do not procrastinate. Many assignments will not be due for a month or even a few months after being given, but it is never a good idea to wait until the last minute. You will find that a lot of your assignments will be due at the same time and it easy to get overloaded towards the end of a semester. Work periodically on every project and try to finish assignments early.
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Chace’s Advice
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ALWAYS. . . Go to class • Try your best • Do your assignments • GO TO class • Call your parents • Try to learn something new, whether it’s about yourself or what you’re studying • GO TO CLASS!
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I think one of my favorite quotes does a pretty good job at summarizing the advice I would give: For what it’s worth: it’s never too late to be whoever you want to be. I hope you live a life you’re proud of, and if you find that you’re not, I hope you have the strength to start all over again.” – F. Scott Fitzgerald
Class: go to it! Athletes need your support! Go cheer them on! Recreation and exercise classes make the day go by faster! Okra! Okra! Okra! Let go and let God. Involvement on campus is the best way to become a part of the DSU family. Never lose sight of why you’re in college —to get your education! Everyone gets homesick, everyone feels awkward at some point—it is not just you!
Tips from Taco the Turtle Translated by Mikel Sykes
Kristen’s Kind Poem
• Always go to class. Wake up early because it takes hours to get there. • Be careful when crossing streets. If a car comes recede back into your shell. • Get involved on campus. Don’t be afraid to come out of your shell (see what I did there) explore and make new friends. • Don’t go home every weekend but do call your parents every once in a while. • Delta State is a great school. Make it your new habitat.
Welcome to Delta State, the college that bleeds green. Java City will be your best friend when tests call for caffeine. We have cats that walk on the sidewalks, You will see them everywhere. They come in many shapes and sizes, but don’t touch them, beware! That spaceship near back of the campus? Yeah, that’s our Cafeteria, where Chicken day is best of all; it definitely meets our criteria.
Stephen’s Tips to Success
Getting involved on campus is the best advice I can give. Don’t sit back and watch, because this is how we live.
S T E P H E N
You will find that we care about you, no matter who you are. So, you should consider coming to Delta State University. It’s our home near and far.
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Stay awake during classes! Try to schedule classes at times you know you will be awake. Even your time for school and campus life! Practice moderation in all you do! Have fun!!!!!! Everyone you meet, smile at them! Never stop searching for who you are, college is your time to grow!
Josephine’s Wise Words for COLLEGE
Derrick’s Advice to You
• How you measure up against others holds no importance in your life. • Other people’s strengths, talents, and successes don’t discount your own. • Others don’t define who you are as a person. • Your goal in life isn’t to be better than everyone else. • Your goal should be to be the best that you can possibly be. • NEVER GIVE UP!!!!!
C CLASS Go to every class. You paid for it. Absence leads to absent minds! Be an Active student participant. Show respect and interest. Look at the teacher during lectures. Also take good notes! O OVERWHELMING Start work early. Each teacher will give you a syllabus. Don’t let your work pile up! Work ahead! Stay on track. Set aside 30 minutes a day. Take about 5 minutes out of each day to review that your day’s work is done.
Kate’s Lucky 7: Seven Tips To Succeed In College
L LEARN Studying is not just underlining, highlighting, and making flash cards. If you can explain a topic to a friend you’ve got it! Be a critical thinker. Apply materials to everyday life. Start a study group!
1. Go to class and be on time. Each student spends about an average of $40 per class per day for tuition. 2. Involvement is key! Delta State University has several organizations that help to get you active on campus. 3. Do not be afraid to make new friends. You may meet some of your best friends for life. 4. Use your meal plan instead of spending money on fast food and restaurants. Be conservative and eat at the dining hall and the student union. You already paid for it. 5. Make your mark! Be remembered so one day you can share stories of your time at Delta State! After all, college is said to be the best years of your life! 6. Study first, party later! Make sure to set aside a time each day and each week to study, but remember to have fun as well! 7. Smile! Brighten someone’s day with a good smile and positive attitude. It makes all the difference.
L LIVE College is a place to find out about yourself. Find out what your strengths and weaknesses are. Go out - take away some of the stress. Meet new people. This time is to find out what you enjoy and to help you get Engaged! E ENGAGE Don’t just be a number! Evaluate all the clubs, organizations, or maybe Greek Life on campus to see which one best fits you. This also is a good thing for your Resume and future job opportunities. G GRADES G.P.A.—Grade Point Average . This separates two qualified people applying for the same job :) Grades are an easy way to earn scholarship money. They also reflect on what kind of student you are. E EXCUSES Everything is not going to be perfect but always take responsibility for your decisions (even with your parents) and learn from your mistakes. But excuses are not allowed!! Point. Blank. Period.
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Eric’s Recipe for Success
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Ashley’s Advice
3 tablespoons of being the best 1 package of positivity 4 cups of motivations 6 cups of making the right decisions 2 tablespoons of leadership 5 teaspoons of dependability 10 cups of smiling friendly attitude
• Check your Okramail! • Attend Organization Fairs to get involved! • Find some best friends and hold on to them! • Experience something new! • Have a social life, but keep your priorities in check! • Work out! • Give the cafeteria a chance (seriously)! • Don’t use all of your flex bucks before midterm! • Go to class! • Do your homework! • Keep Greek life in mind! • Be kind and transparent to others!
Scottie’s Rules for School STAY FOCUSED Have fun while you are here, but remember why you are at DSU. CREATE MEMORIES These are supposed to be the best days of your life, make them special.
Liyah’s Survivor Guide
HELP OTHERS Always remember that whenever you come in contact with others, do what you can to help.
Being a college freshman can sometimes be scary but once the jitters are gone, it’s a breeze! Just remember not to get caught up in the mix and fall into the trap.
OPPORTUNITIES Whenever you are given a chance to do something, do it. With college come many opportunities; be sure to choose the ones that help and not hurt.
Here are a few tips to survive the college life. 1. ATTEND CLASS!! Make sure your teacher knows your name and face; you may need his/her help in the future. 2. Dress appropriately for class. You will never have a second chance to make a first impression. Your image is vital. 3. Take advantage of tutors. Never be afraid to ask for help, you are not the only one that needs it. 4. Get involved on campus. College is meant to meet new people and make lifelong friends. 5. Have school pride. DSU is your new home and is the BEST choice, be proud of it.
OPEN YOUR MIND This is a time for you to make your own decisions and explore new things. LEARN FROM YOUR MISTAKES Nobody is perfect, but if you learn from your mistakes, it will all be worth it.
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B&N BookStore AS YOUR CAMPUS BOOKSTORE, WE ARE EXCITED TO WELCOME YOU TO DELTA STATE! HERE ARE SOME KEY BENEFITS ABOUT SHOPPING AT THE BOOKSTORE: Your Choice On Textbooks. The campus bookstore
the best part? Avoid shipping charges by selecting “Store Pick-Up” option. We will hold your books until you arrive for classes! • Customer service is available. From in-person assistance to customer service on Facebook , if you have a problem or question, we’re there to help.
offers textbook rentals (and yes, you can take notes and highlight in rental books!), dynamic used textbook pricing (some books up to 80% off new book prices), eTextbooks (downloadable to computers and I-pads), and new textbooks. Spring Semester 2014 students saved over $243,000!!
We Buy Your Books Back—No Matter Where You Bought Them! Sell your new and used books back to the
We’re More Than Just Great Savings. In addition to
bookstore at the end of each term and get up to 50% cash back on textbooks being used the following terms (based upon bookstore inventory needs).
saving a bundle on textbooks through our rental program, we offer more than the competition. • We guarantee the right book in the correct edition for your classes—exactly what your professor ordered. We will price match any local bookstore price with confirmation of their ISBN and price. • Our return policy is easy and flexible. Simply return during the add/drop period with your original receipt and get your money back! • We’re all about convenience. Conveniently located, shop in store where a bookseller will be happy to help you. • You can also shop for textbooks online. From the deltastate.edu website click “myDSU” link. Login through DSU Services Online, select Student Services and Financial Aid, then select Registration. Click “Buy Textbooks Online” option from the list. This will show all the book information the bookstore has received from your professors. And
Supporting Local Communities and More. We know college students want to create change in their communities. That’s why Barnes & Noble College is a proud supporter of organizations like Habitat for Humanity. Plus the Bookstore gives back to the University!
One-Stop-Shop. We’re not just a bookstore. We’re your one-stop-shop for all things college. Stop in for great deals on school supplies, spirit apparel, gifts and more.
Be sure to “Like” us on Facebook to stay on top of all store hours, sales, promotions, sweepstakes, new items and much more! Facebook.com/DeltaStateBookstore
Delta State Bookstore, HL Nowell Union Store Manager: Tina Gladden (662) 846-4640 | Fax: (662) 846-4643 sm8031@bncollege.com Hours: M thru TH 7:45 am–5:00 pm, FRI 7:45 am–3:00 pm SAT/SUN CLOSED
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Student Government STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION The SGA Executive Cabinet, Student Court, and Student Senate would like to wish you a successful school year! For more information on how to be involved, visit sga.deltastate.edu, or find us on Facebook and Twitter!
SGA EXECUTIVE CABINET 2014–2015 Mikel Sykes, President Eljay Allen, Vice President
Emilee Grem, Chief Justice
Joycelyn Davis, Attorney General
Whitney Crum, Secretary
Allie Rose Parker, Treasurer
Hannah Goudy, Chief of Staff
Justin Ainsworth, Environmental Affairs
JC Blackmon, Technology
Trace Bray, Athletics Liasion
Meredith Brown, Student Organizations
Allison Dale, Public Relations
Kelsey Elling, Spirit and Traditions
Madison Ennis, Student Activities & Services
Magnolia Gatlin, Governmental Affairs
Austin Henderson, Communication Liaison
Stephen Racine, Public Relations
Ericka Robinson, Multicultural Affairs
Myers Taylor, Student Activities & Services
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Delta State Technology
Internet Access Residence Hall students can connect to DSU’s high speed Ethernet computing network from their rooms. An Ethernet (NIC) card and cable are required to connect your computer to the network.
Many areas of the campus also have wireless. When you login to the DSU network, you will be required to authenticate to the system using your DSU ID# and associated password to login. For details, check out oit.deltastate.edu and select the student section.
Student Information Online DSU Online Services allows you to register for classes, add/ drop classes, check your grades, view class schedules, change personal information on your profile, and make tuition payments via credit card or check, all via the Internet. To access the services, use your DSU ID# and associated password.
Phone & Gaming Console Registration If you own a smart phone, tablet, or gaming console and would like to use it oncampus, you must register your device online. Go to the student section of the OIT website oit.deltastate.edu and choose the “Register Video Game Consoles & Smart Phones for Network Access” link.
Student Email OkraMail (powered by Google) is the official DSU student e-mail system. This system provides all fully admitted students a unique DSU e-mail address. This e-mail address is your lifeline to the University and will be the means for official communication with the campus, faculty members, and your fellow students. Not sure of your address? Look under the personal information section in DSU Online Services. Make sure to monitor your email account daily!
Telecommunications Services Students can have a long distance authorization calling code for use from any campus telephone. For assistance contact the telecommunications office at (662) 846-4760.
Technology Help Desk 24/7 Need assistance with technology? You can contact the help desk 24/7 or you can create your help desk case online and a support technician will follow up with you. For assistance and troubleshooting with technology support issues, contact the OIT Help Desk at 4444 while on campus or toll-free off campus at 1-800-264-1465 or checkout oit.deltastate.edu to create your case online!
Online Classes Instructure Canvas is the tool to use for the delivery of DSU online classes. The online course management system is a vital resource for you in your academic career. OIT recognizes that students need assistance available 24/7, not just during business hours. The OIT Help Desk is available for your use at any time—without charge. The staff can help you with Canvas related issues and can be reached on campus @4400 or off campus toll free at 1-866-264-1465.
Computing Safety Tips • Never leave your tablet, laptop or computer unattended. • Always protect your email and Okra Kard Information
Where do I find digital resources?
• Always choose secure passwords and change them
MyDSU is designed to serve as your entryway to the DSU digital presence. From here you can access the campus online course management system (aka Canvas), review your course schedules, check your grades, access student email and check your OkraKard information. mydsu.deltastate.edu
regularly • Never share your account or password information with anyone • If an email looks suspicious or you don’t know where it came from, don’t respond! • Install and maintain Antivirus software and updates
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Financial Assistance How do I apply for financial aid? Each year students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). This application will ask questions about parents’ and student’s income tax return, family size and assets. Students should complete the 2014-2015 application on the web. The web address is: www. fafsa.ed.gov. The federal government will take that data and provide information to the school so that they can determine how much you can receive in grants, loans, and federal work study.
I do not qualify for financial aid. I only want a loan. What do I need to do? Student loans ARE a type of financial aid. The federal government is loaning money to students with no credit history and if the student is not paying interest while in school, the government is paying it to the lender on the student’s behalf. This is why there are limits on the type and amount of loan a student can receive. Even if students only want a student loan, they must complete the FAFSA and go through the entire financial aid process.
Why do I have to provide my parent’s income information?
lives with them that they support, they are a ward of the court, they have a legal guardian appointed by the court, they have been certified as homeless, or they are pursuing a graduate degree.
What is a Pell Grant and how much money can I get? A Pell Grant is money that a student can receive, based on income and family size that does not have to be repaid. Grant amounts range from $400 to $5730 per year.
If I am not eligible for a Pell Grant, what financial aid can I receive? Students who do or don’t receive a pell grant may also receive student loans and federal work study. The type of loan is based on income. Some loans accrue interest while the student is in school and others do not. Work study is based on income also. Some students who do not receive a pell grant will qualify for work study and others will not.
How much loan can a freshman borrow? Freshmen can borrow up to a maximum of $5500 per year. If a student needs additional funds the parents may be able to borrow on the student’s behalf.
Students under 24 years of age must provide parent’s income information unless they are married, they are an orphan, they are a veteran of the armed forces, they have a child that
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How many work study jobs are there and in what departments? There are approximately 260 work study jobs on campus. Most departments have at least one position. Work study students work an average of 9 hours per week and earn minimum wage. Students are paid on the 15th of each month. Work study funds are not applied to a student’s bill.
Do many students at Delta State receive financial aid? Yes. Over 75% of Delta State students receive some type of assistance—grants, loans, work study, or scholarships.
Where do I apply for state scholarships? Apply on-line at www.mississippi. edu/riseupms/financialaidstate.php
Do grades have an affect on my financial aid? Yes. Students must maintain a 2.0 grade point average (C average) in order to continue receiving financial aid. Students who habitually drop classes or withdraw from school can also lose their financial aid. Student Financial Assistance Kent Wyatt Hall 144 (662) 846-4670 finaid@deltastate.edu
DSU Dining DSU DINING PROVIDES AN ARRAY OF DINING OPTIONS WITH THE CONVENIENCE OF NEVER LEAVING CAMPUS.
Young-Mauldin, Java City, Chick-fil-A, BurritoBowl, Burger Studio and the POD convenience store are all available to the entire DSU community.
Meal Plans • On-campus Freshmen and Sophomores will be able
With 5 retail locations on campus located in the Student
to enjoy the All-Access Pass, allowing unlimited visit to
Union, DSU Dining provides the campus community with
Young-Mauldin, our all-you-are-to-eat facility, as well as
fast and delicious meals as well as nutritious offerings. Brands
$175 flex dollars to use at any campus dining location.
such as Chick-fil-A, Java City and Burger Studio are just a few
• Junior an Senior campus residents are able to choose
of the choices that students, faculty, staff and visitors have to
from the All-access Pass or B.Y.O.P. (Build Your Own Plan)—
choose from. Young-Mauldin Cafeteria also offers a variety
allowing them to choose the number of dining hall meals
of options to choose from, including 7 stations with rotating
that they would like for the semester, and also the number
menu items. Famous for the home-cooked line, Young-
of Flex dollars that they would like.
Mauldin’s Chicken Wednesdays and Catfish Fridays are not
• Off-campus students enjoy the same choices as our
to be missed!
upperclass residents. • Commuters are issued $175 Flex dollars per semester
Visit DSUdining.com to view the meal plan options that
to use at campus dining locations. Any additional funds
are available for both campus residents and commuters.
are reissued to the student upon departure from the university.
DSU Dining offers 6 convenient on-campus dining locations for students to choose from.
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Union Program Council UNION PROGRAM COUNCIL Movies: Hangover 3, Man of Steel, Frozen, Catching Fire and more…. Events: Welcome Week, Springfest, Comedian,Casino Night, Mentalist, Thinkfast, Novelties, and more... Music: Southern Halo, DJ Saxy, Ol’ Skool Revue, DeltaRoX Get Involved! Email us at okraupc@gmail.com or sign up at the Organization Fair during Welcome Week!!
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DSU Choirs The Delta State University Choral Program has a long tradition of musical excellence and educational opportunity. This includes frequent national and international tours including: New Orleans (2014), New York (2012), Austria and Czech Republic (2010), Washington D.C. (2008), and England (2006). Each spring the choir tours Mississippi and surrounding states and plans are underway for a tour of Ireland in May 2015. We want YOU to be a part of the excellence and join one of our choral ensembles!! Membership is open to all students, regardless of major, and auditions are Monday through Wednesday, August 18–20, 2014. • CHORALE is the premier, auditioned choral ensemble at DSU. This 40 voice group tours each year either regionally or nationally and performs frequently each semester. [MWF 12:45–1:50] • CHAMBER SINGERS is the highly select, 16 member, choir dedicated to music ranging from Renaissance to Jazz. They perform throughout the region and tour with the DSU Chorale each semester. [T/TH 12:15–1:30] • BELLA VERDI [DELTA SINGERS] is the women’s chorale group at Delta State University. This ensemble provides singers an opportunity to learn several different styles of music for the female voice. [MWF 2:00–2:50] FOR MORE INFORMATION: Dr. Nicholaus B. Cummins, Director of Choral Activities Email: ncummins@deltastate.edu (662) 846-4115 Twitter and Instagram: dsuchoirs Auditions will be August 18–20 in Dr. Cummin’s office, Bailey 129.
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DSU Sororities What Do They Mean? What Do They Do? Why Should I Be Interested? What Will It Require of Me & What Will I Get in Return? A sorority is a Greek-letter sisterhood. They work to embrace the ideal of sisters striving to achieve common goals. We are very lucky at Delta State University to have three of the top National Panhellenic Conference sororities: Delta Delta Delta, Kappa Delta, & Phi Mu. All of our sororities are involved in every aspect of campus life. Our members are leaders, scholars, athletes, musicians, dancers, cheerleaders, Gridiron Girls, Diamond Girls, intramural players, community service leaders & participants, residence hall directors & resident assistants, mascots, orientation leaders, organizers, hard-workers, role models, mentors & many more descriptions that include YOU. Delta Delta Delta Sororities provide you with an immediate group of friends that will make your college experience exciting and productive, inside and outside the classroom. Membership is only the first step in a Lifetime Commitment of love, loyalty, dedication, and work with a group of women who share your goals and ideals. The commitment requires a lot, but the rewards are endless. Membership... How Do I Become a New Member? Membership is by invitation and is a mutual selection process. Sorority Recruitment is a social experience of parties that will allow you to become acquainted with the members of each Delta State sorority and will offer them the opportunity to get to know you. 2014 Fall Recruitment begins on August 9th and ends on August 14.
Kappa Delta
Any female interested in participating in Fall Recruitment must get more recruitment information from the Panhellenic website on the DSU homepage under Student Life or contact the Panhellenic Advisor.
For More Information: Elsie Lynn Ervin, Panhellenic Advisor elervin@deltastate.edu (662) 846-4666 H.L. Nowell Student Union, Suite 200
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DSU Fraternities GO GREEK! GO GREEK! GO GREEK! GO GREEK! ΚΑ ΚΣ ΦΜΑ ΠΚΑ ΣΑΕ • ΚΑ ΚΣ ΦΜΑ ΠΚΑ ΣΑΕ • ΚΑ ΚΣ ΦΜΑ ΠΚΑ ΣΑΕ What is a fraternity? A fraternity is a group of individuals, joined together in brotherhood, with a common goal and similar interests. Fraternities give students an opportunity to unite with a group of men to form a “family” away from home. At DSU, our fraternities are more than just Greek letters... they are a source of pride and accomplishment.
Why should I join a fraternity? When you join a Greek organization you will gain not only a group of new friends but also a group of people who understand you, who want to help you and those who want to see you succeed. Each chapter has a unique group of members who exemplify their individual missions, goals and visions. At DSU, we have a chapter to fit every student’s need.
How do I join? IFC Recruitment is the formal membership selection process by which chapters gain new membership. Formal Recruitment is held the second week of classes. You may apply by going to the IFC page on Delta State’s website and complete the online application. Men who are not already a member of a social Greek letter society may participate. For More Information: Elsie Lynn Ervin, IFC Advisor elervin@deltastate.edu (662) 846-4666 H.L. Nowell Student Union, Suite 200
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Pan-Hellenic Council The Delta State University National Pan-Hellenic Council, Inc. (NPHC) is an umbrella organization for seven historically black, international Greek lettered fraternities and sororities. The council promotes interaction through forums, meetings and other mediums for the exchange of information and engages in cooperative programming and initiatives through various activities and functions. The National Pan-Hellenic Council, Inc. stated purpose and mission in 1930: Unanimity of thought and action as far as possible in the conduct of Greek letter collegiate fraternities and sororities, and to consider problems of mutual interest to its member organizations. Today, the primary purpose and focus of member organizations remains community awareness and action through educational, economic, and cultural service activities. The individual member is also expected to align with a graduate/alumni chapter, following graduation from college to perpetuate the purpose of the council.
GO GREEK!!! All students are encouraged to attend informational seminars hosted by our various chapters. The membership intake processes vary, pending the organization’s allowed intake window, approval from their respective national headquarters, and university approval.
For More Information: Michael Lipford, NPHC Advisor mlipford@deltastate.edu (662) 846-4151 Bailey Hall, Room 108
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DSU Intramurals The Intramural Program is designed to provide students, faculty, and staff with the opportunity to participate in a variety of recreational sports and activities. Every participant, regardless of their skill or ability is given a chance to develop both mentally and physically as well as providing social interactions. We urge all students, faculty, and staff to... • Have fun! • Relax from the normal tensions and stress of academic life. • Improve their physical well-being. • Develop recreational skills to be continued throughout one’s life. • To fulfill their desire for competition and recreation We hope that you will understand that our staff is trying to provide you with the best service and equipment at all times. We also urge you to make all comments, suggestions, and criticisms to the Intramural Director in order that we may continue to improve our program for the betterment of Delta State University. Fall Sports Golf Scramble Ultimate Frisbee Flag Football Archery Punt-Pass-Kic Beach Volleyball
Spring Sports Spikeball Soccer Ping Pong 3 - 3 Super Hoops Disc Golf 2 Mile Fun Run
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Badminton Dodgeball Basketball Volleyball Softball Pickleball
Outdoor Recreation What is the Outdoor Recreation Program ? The College of Education’s Division for Health, Physical Education, and Recreation at Delta State University is the only 4-yr university in Mississippi with an extensive, multifaceted outdoor recreation education program which offers college credit for outdoor recreation education courses, such as kayaking, canoeing, rock climbing, skydiving, and whitewater rafting. At Delta State, we believe in highly educating students for their profession and their life long pursuit for adventure, recreation , and active lifestyles. Each semester, students can register for courses which may lead them to Utah, Texas, Alabama, or other destinations to learn & participate in recreational skills, as well as conservation and preservation education. Mission The Outdoor Recreation Program is an inclusive and extensive outdoor recreation education program, striving to develop, support, and promote life-long recreation for Delta State students, faculty, staff and community members of the Mississippi delta area. Courses • Courses for the outdoor recreation program can be found in the Undergraduate Catalog under PER 190, 445, 492, and in the Graduate Catalog under PER 545 & 689. • Upon successful completion of each course, students will receive 1 or 3 credits depending on the course content. • Courses meet in the evenings on campus at scheduled times with mandatory field trips scheduled over weekends and holidays. • Every course has a materials fee which covers all travel expenses, most food, rental gear, camping equipment, and fees associated with federal, state, and private land use. Specific details for each course are covered in classes and workshops.
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BEFORE YOU T = Is it true? H = Is it helpful? I = Is it inspiring? N = Is it necessary? K = Is it kind? 36
MAP LEGEND STATE HIGHWAY CITY STREET CAMPUS STREET PARKING AREA THRU-WAY BUILDINGS & FACILITIES PARKING AREAS
MEMPHIS 117 miles
CLEVELAND
JACKSON 117 miles
TUPELO 150 miles
MERIDIAN 180 miles
BILOXI 283 miles
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Soccer Field Softball Field Statesman Park Travis E. Parker Field/Horace McCool Stadium - Football Billy Dorgan, Jr. Student Performance Center Chadwick Dickson Intercollegiate Athletic Building J.A. “Bud” Thigpen, Jr. Baseball Annex Bryce Griffis Practice Center Dave “Boo” Ferriss Field - Baseball Robert L. Crawford Center & Dave “Boo” Ferriss Museum Tennis Courts Darrell Foreman Golf Course Walter Sillers Coliseum
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Hugh L. White Hall Kent Wyatt Hall Hugh Ellis Walker Alumni-Foundation House Bologna Performing Arts Center Harkins Residence Hall Lawler Residence Hall Hammett Residence Hall Tatum Residence Hall Cain Residence Hall Fugler Residence Hall William H. Zeigel Music Center Thomas L. Bailey Hall Hamilton-White Child Development Center W.M. Kethley Hall Fielding L. Wright Art Center/ Holcombe-Norwood Hall 29. James W. Broom Hall/Kathryn Keener Hall 30. E.R. Jobe Hall
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James M. Ewing Hall Eleanor Boyd Walters Hall R.L. Caylor Hall Robert E. Smith School of Nursing Brumby-Castle Residence Hall O.W. Reily Student Health Center Ward Hall H.L. Nowell Student Union Cleveland Residence Hall Charles W. Capps, Jr. Archives & Museum Gibson-Gunn Aviation Building Wesley Foundation Baptist Student Center E.B. Hill Family Apartments Intramural Fields/Walking Trail Hugh Cam Smith, Jr. Physical Plant Faculty and Staff Apartments New Men’s Residence Hall
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Tennis Courts Court of Governors Residence Hall Young-Mauldin Dining Hall Foundation Hall Forest Earl Wyatt Gymnasium Aquatics Center Odealier J. Morgan Laundry George B. Walker Natatorium Whitfield Building - Delta Music Institute Lena Roberts Sillers Chapel Roberts-LaForge Library President’s Home Administrative Housing Cassity Hall Administrative Housing Administrative Housing