2014-2015
Forward Thinking. World Ready.
Hays, KS
Our beautiful campus is located in Hays, Kansas, halfway between Kansas City and Denver. Fort Hays State University offers more than 60 distinguished degree programs and a wide variety of majors, minors and certificates, all while being the most affordable university in Kansas. FHSU is a mid-sized university with approximately 5,000 students on campus and more than 8,000 virtual students. Small class sizes averaging 20-25 students allow for an individualized learning experience from top-notch faculty who go above and beyond to mentor and educate students. Every student is encouraged to take advantage of various social, civic and professional opportunities. Experience success at Fort Hays State University. Join the Tiger family and watch your life transform!
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Students Receiving Financial Aid: 80% ACTIVITIES
INTRAMURAL
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Total Student Population: 13,441
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Virtual:
8,674
1,000 Jobs (Approx.):
On-Campus FEMALE
95% 46% MALE
On-Campus Students: $13 Off-Campus Students: $25
PARKING PERMIT
STUDENTS IN AN AVERAGE CLASS: twenty twenty-five TO
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RESIDENTS ON-CAMPUS:
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CHOOSE YOUR MAJOR College of Arts and Sciences
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/ / / Art and Design* » Art History, Graphic Design, Interior Design, Studio Art
/ / / Bachelor of General Studies
/ / / Chemistry* » Biochemistry, Environmental, Forensic Science, Pre-Chiropractic, Pre-Dental, Pre-Medicine, Pre-Optometry, Pre-Osteopathy, Pre-Podiatry, Pre-Pharmacy, General Science – Chemistry / / / Communication Studies » Advertising, General Communication, Organizational Communication, Journalism, Public Relations / / / English* » Literature, Writing / / / Geosciences » Geography, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Human-Urban-Social, Environmental Geography, Geology – Traditional, Environmental, Paleontology, Technology, Petroleum Geology, General Science – Geosciences / / / History*
/ / / Justice Studies » Law Enforcement, Corrections, Law and Courts, Homeland Security
/ / / Leadership Studies » Organizational Leadership
/ / / Mathematics* and Computer Science » Traditional and Applied Math, Computer Science / / / Modern Languages* » German, Spanish, Global business English (Courses available in Chinese and French) / / / Music and Theatre* » Music Education, Performance, Technology, Theory and Composition, Theatre / / / Philosophy » General Philosophy, Pre-Theology / / / Physics* » Pre-Meteorology, Physical Science, Physics, Pre-Engineering, General Science – Physics / / / Political Science » International Relations, Pre-Law, Political Management, Political Theory, Public Administration / / / Psychology / / / Sociology
College of Business and Entrepreneurship
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Economics, Finance and Accounting
» Accounting, Banking, Finance, Financial Planning, International Business and Economics
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Management and Marketing
» Business Education, Tourism and Hospitality Management, Human Resource Management, Management, Marketing, Corporate Communication, Training and Development
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Informatics
» Media Studies, Management Information Systems,
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Web Development, Information Assurance, Information Systems Engineering, Computer Networking, Information Networking & Telecommunications
and Social Work
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College of Education and Technology
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/ / / Teacher Education* » Elementary Education, Special Education, Early Childhood Unified / / / Technology Studies* » Construction Management, Industrial, Technology Leadership
College of Health and Life Sciences
.......................................................................... / / / Agriculture* » Agricultural Business, Agronomy, Animal Science, Beef Cattle Management, General Agriculture, Pre-Veterinary Medicine
/ / / Allied Health » Medical Diagnostic Imaging, Ultrasound, Radiologic Technology / / / Biological Sciences* » Biology, Botany, Biodiversity and Conservation, Cellular/Molecular Biology, General Science – Biology, Fisheries, Medical Technology, Pre-Health Information, Therapy, Pre-Physical Therapy, Rangeland Conservation, Wildlife, Zoology, Pre-Veterinary, Environmental Biology, Bio/Medical Laboratory / / / Communication Disorders* » Speech-Language Pathology / / / Health And Human Performance » Athletic Training, Health Promotion & Wellness, Recreation/Sports Management, Teaching/Coaching, Sport and Exercise Therapy / / / Nursing
*Program available for secondary education teacher training
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Faculty Empowering EDUCATORS
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At Fort Hays State University, we offer a unique classroom atmosphere unlike any other. Faculty members go above and beyond to educate their students from both a personal and academic standpoint. This individual interaction with academic advisors, mentors and instructors prepares Tigers for any journey that lies ahead. ///
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FHSU Faculty: Know you by name Create warm classroom environments Build one-on-one relationships Incorporate new and fun ideas in classrooms Advise and mentor on a personal level Enjoy educating students Provide office hours for additional assistance
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300 faculty members on campus 17:1 STUDENT-TO-FACULTY RATIO ......
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At Fort Hays State University, many academic departments require or strongly recommend an internship in order to gain both work and networking experience within a field of study. Students have completed internships all over the nation. Check out where a few have been recently!
................................................................................ JOSE CESPEDES Major: International Business and Economics Interned: Liliana Usedo Import in Asunción, Paraguay
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Interned: U.S. Senate in Washington, D.C.
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While serving as an intern in the U.S. Senate in Washington D.C. for Senator Jerry Moran, I experienced the inner workings of how Congress functions on a daily basis. This was an awesome opportunity and experience that I’ll never forget.
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LEVI UNRUH Major: Organizational Leadership
Interned: Broadmoor Hotel in
Colorado Springs, Colo.
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BRANDON TAYLOR Major: Management
ALLISON MEIER Major: Tourism and
Hospitality Management Interned: Disney World in
Lake Buena Vista, Fla.
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EDUCATIONAL
Opportunities
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Distinguished Scholars’ Program
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Incoming students! Have you earned…
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A high school GPA of 3.5 or higher? An ACT score of 28 or higher? State or national academic awards & honors? If the answers are “yes,” then you’re a potential candidate for the Distinguished Scholars’ Program! Want to apply? Go to www.fhsu.edu/honors/dsp/ for more information.
/ / / Service
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At FHSU, we integrate community service into our classrooms by promoting civic engagement through activities on campus and in the community. Learn more at www.fhsu.edu/ccl/service-learning/Students/.
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Research
Undergraduate research can be one of the most valuable components to your education. The mission of the FHSU Undergraduate Research Experience is to engage students with faculty and staff mentors through meaningful scholarly activities. Visit www.fhsu.edu/ure/ for more information.
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ADVENTURE AWAITS
Get world ready and immerse yourself in a new culture! FHSU offers endless locations to study and the support system you need. Whether a summer, semester or year-long exchange is what you desire, we offer an experience to take with you for the rest of your life!
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Wide range of communication skills Ability to adapt to new contexts Cross-cultural competence Increased global knowledge
/ / / Where do you want to explore? With 190 U.S. institutions and 100 international options, the choice is yours. Here are just a few:
» National: Oklahoma State University Alabama State University University of Oregon Texas State University
» International: France Italy Greece China Germany
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IT’S ABOUT THE JOURNEY… IT’S ABOUT THE EDUCATION… IT’S ABOUT THE EXPERIENCE!
Ready for your exchange opportunity? Visit www.fhsu.edu/exchange/ on how to get started!
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YOUR BIG MOVE Living on campus provides you with an ideal place to meet friends, study, and enjoy your college years. Make one of these your home away from home!
CO-ED BY WING
McMindes CafĂŠ
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Wiest Hall 250 residents
CO-ED BY FLOOR
Outtakes snack bar
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Suite-Style: Agnew & Heather Halls
120 residents (each) THREE AND FOUR BEDROOMS
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600 residents
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McMindes Hall
Apartments:
Stadium Place
FULLY FURNISHED
Two and four bedrooms
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Wooster Place Upperclassmen, family
or married housing
One and two bedrooms
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Traditional:
FREE
Residential Rewards:
CABLE AND MOVIE CHANNEL
Internet
ACADEMIC SUPPORT
Laundry Facilities complete with a laundry alert system via text message and email!
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Residential Life
LIVE TOGETHER
Learning Communities LEARN TOGETHER
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A learning community is a group of 25 first-year students who share common interests, take classes together, live on the same floor and participate in activities throughout the year. / / / No
matter how ready you think you are, adjusting to college life can be a challenge. Why not make it easier on yourself? » Attend a special student orientation » Have preferential room assignments in McMindes Hall
» Take classes together each semester » Make studying easier with ready-made study groups
» Get to know faculty mentors outside the classroom
» Build your resumé / / / Current
FHSU Learning Communities:
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4C Innovation
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Heart & Mind: Philosophizing About the Arts
Athletic Training Education BeFit: BeneFit from Wellness Everybody’s Business Global Justice Go Global Health Professions L3: Live. Learn. Lead Nightingale Power – C3 Opportunity Through Education Outdoor Adventure PIs: Psych Investigators
Be on the lookout for the official listing in January 2015 at www.fhsu.edu/lc/
Find Where You Fit Best! 9
ROAR
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CROWD:
TIGER ATHLETICS
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Come support the FHSU Tigers as they compete in the NCAA Division II Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletic Association (MIAA). With nine intercollegiate sports for both men and women, fans always have an opportunity to cheer on the Fort Hays State University Tigers! / / / Athletic Achievements:
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509 Individual conference championships or first-team all-conference selections
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245 All-Americans
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33 Conference titles
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6 Academic national team championships
211 Academic All-Americans or national All-Academic team members 12 appearances in the NCAA Division II men's national basketball tournament 6 Sports in the national rankings in 2013-14 8 National championships all-time 3 Men's basketball 1 Women's basketball 4 Men's cross country
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Men’s Sports:
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Golf Soccer Football Wrestling Track and Field Yell Leading
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Golf Soccer Softball Tennis Track and Field Volleyball
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Both FHSU Men and Women’s Basketball teams were nationally ranked 3rd in attendance in the MIAA conference for the 2013-2014 season.
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All athletic events are FREE to students with a valid Tiger Card!
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A new 50,000 square-foot indoor athletic facility was opened in the summer of 2013 and fully equipped with training needs; including an artificial turf that extends 65 yards!
Twitter: @fhsuathletics Facebook: Fort Hays State University Athletics www.fhsuathletics.com
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Clubs &
ORGANIZATIONS
find yourself… find your niche .............................................................................. / / / With over 120
on-campus clubs and organizations there is definitely something for everyone! The best part is, you get to choose what you are involved in! » » » » »
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Student Government University Activities Board Christian Challenge Alpha Kappa Psi Hispanic American Leadership Organization and many more!
Browse Tiger[Link] for a complete list of clubs and organizations! tigerlink.fhsu.edu
Intramurals are a fun way to get involved, meet new people and compete against other FHSU students in over 250 different events. From sand volleyball to X-Box tournaments, we guarantee you will find something to fit your personality. ///
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Flag football Annual Easter Egg Hunt Innertube water polo
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Wiffleball Lawn game Olympics and much more!
Trap shooting
COMPETITIVE ...OR JUST FOR FUN? intramurals has it!
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Students at Fort Hays State University are encouraged to explore meaningful opportunities provided by Greek Life. Fraternity and sorority life embraces five community pillars that guide organizations to enhance the community, university and its members.
FROM LOCAL AND NATIONAL LEVELS
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SCHOLARSHIPS Over $10,000 Donated
TO CHARITIES ANNUALLY
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Total service hours:
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Alpha Gamma Delta Delta Zeta Sigma Sigma Sigma
GO GREEK!
Sororities
Fraternities
Alpha Gamma Rho Sigma Alpha Epsilon Sigma Chi Sigma Phi Epsilon
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OVER 200 STUDENTS ARE INVOLVED IN GREEK LIFE
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Academic
Empowerment
Leadership
Service
Develop lifelong friendships and connections throughout North America
Promote success and high scholastic achievement through study programs
Overcome challenges and develop healthy habits to achieve success
Learn to manage money, handle conflict and communicate effectively, all while building self-confidence
Donate time and talent through philanthropy and community service
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(785)628-4664
greeklife@fhsu.edu www.fhsu.edu/greek
facebook.com/fhsugreek
@FHSUGreekLife
PERFORMANCE
Opportunities
From song and dance, to everything in between; there is no better way to explore performing arts than through the outlets Fort Hays State University provides. Unique to FHSU, students are able to participate in all of the following activities regardless of their major! ///
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Instrumental Tiger Marching Band Symphonic Winds Wind Ensemble Pep Band Jazz Combo Hays Symphony Orchestra
Theatre
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Fringe
Concert Choir Fort Hays Singers Women’s Chorale
Additional Activities
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Tiger Debs – Be part of the official dance team of FHSU! Tryouts are held in late Spring.
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Color Guard – Perform with the Tiger Marching Band at numerous events.
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Encore Series – FHSU is proud to present a number of Off-Broadway performances every year; Mamma Mia, The Great Gatsby, Shrek the Musical and The Addams Family to name a few!
Opera Musical
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FEST
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Bonfire
TIGER
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TIGER TAGS
Spreading FHSU Holiday cheer since 1964!
TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY
CORE-2-CAMPUS
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HOMECOMING PARADE
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Celebrate every Tiger touchdown with the roar of the Tiger Cannon!
TIGER CANNON
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“TIGER GOLD ON FRIDAY!”
Show your Tiger Pride by wearing
T.G.O.F.
PICNIC Back-to-School
PlayFair
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FHSU SNAKE DANCE
Hays, Kansas - take a stroll -
Gella’s Diner Goodwin Sporting Goods TK’s Smokehaus C.S. Post & Co. General Store Body & Soul Spa Simply Charmed Sake2Me Sushi Bar Soda Shoppe Café Chestnut Street Kitchens White Chocolate Be Made Inc.
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Get Out and Explore
» Hays Aquatic Park » Sternberg Museum of Natural History » Putt-putt golf, frisbee golf and two 18-hole golf courses
» Fitness trails » RPM speedway
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With the population of 20,000, Hays is a place known to offer small town charm and many enjoyable attractions. Between fine dining, unforgettable events and unique boutiques, Hays has a lot to offer!
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Can’t-Miss Events
Wild West Fest Blue, BBQ and Bargains Frost Fest Seasonal Art Walks
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DULE A CAMPUS SCHE
VISIT TODAY
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CHECK OUT ALL OF THE WAYS YOU CAN DISCOVER
OUR COMMUNITY WITHIN THE FHSU CAMPUS:
Campus visits are a chance for you to experience FHSU by having each session tailored to your specific interests.
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............................................................................................................ Select a date and time that works best for you. Call the Admissions Office at 800-628-FHSU
OUR CAMPUS TOURS ARE GIVEN
Monday- Friday, at 9 A.M., 11:30 A.M. and 1:15 P.M.
or go online at www.fhsu.edu/admissions/campus-visit/
TO SCHEDULE YOUR OFFICIAL VISIT.
............................................................................................................ FHSU offers several events throughout the year for students to discover what being a Tiger is all about. View some of these below, and don’t forget to mark your calendar! / / / Majors and Graduate Programs Fair: Unsure of your college major or what your options include? Schedule a visit on October 14, 2014, for a chance to browse with all academic departments, receive a campus tour and a counselor visit.
Discover Campus
/ / / Tiger Day: Attend our annual Tiger Day/Open House on Saturday, November 8, 2014. This is a great opportunity for high school juniors and seniors to visit campus, check out academic departments and discover activities of interest. Want to RSVP? Visit www.fhsu.edu/admissions/tiger-day/.
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/ / / Science Day: Interested in the physical and life sciences, pre-medical or pre-engineering fields? High school juniors and seniors can RSVP for this fun-filled day on November 17, 2014, by calling 800-628-FHSU or 785-628-5666. / / / Student Recognition Program: FHSU wants to honor YOU! Receptions will be hosted in a city near you and serve as a great opportunity to meet faculty members and other prospective students. Check with the Admissions Office or ask your Admissions Counselor to see when we’ll be in your area. For more information visit: www.fhsu.edu/admissions/upcoming-events/.
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TIGER CHECKLIST
VISIT CAMPUS: Come experience what FHSU has to offer by scheduling your individualized campus visit today! APPLY: Apply for admission today at www.fhsu.edu/admissions/ or obtain an application from your counselor. Include the $30 application fee and a copy of your current transcript. TAKE THE ACT: All incoming freshmen are required to take either the ACT or SAT. Students who score a 21 ACT/980 SAT or above are automatically eligible for scholarships from $500-$3,200! Visit www.fhsu.edu/admissions/freshman-scholarships/ to see what you are eligible to receive. FREE $$$: Applying for scholarships is quick and easy! Upon admission, apply online at www.fhsu.edu/finaid/. Priority deadline is Nov. 15, 2014, and final deadline is Feb. 15, 2015. OUR PLACE, YOUR SPACE: Fill out your housing contract on TigerTracks at tigertracks.fhsu.edu when it becomes available in December. COMPLETE THE FAFSA: Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid at www.fhsu.edu/finaid/. Priority deadline is March 1, 2015. SAVE YOUR SEAT IN CLASSES: Register for a Tiger Stripes Pre-Enrollment day in early spring at www.fhsu.edu/admissions/upcoming-events/. FINALIZE YOUR ENROLLMENT: Finalize enrollment starting July 1, 2015, online through your TigerTracks account at tigertracks.fhsu.edu and become an official FHSU student! ///////////////////////////////////////////////////////// ////////////////// //////
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#myFHSU
You are now part of the Fort Hays State University family. As a Tiger, you are creating life-long connections with professors, and making memories with friends that you will truly treasure forever. Don’t just take our word for it, check out the popular FHSU hashtags to experience what it means to be a Tiger! /////////////////////////////////////
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