Dear Concordia Parents and Families, Congratulations! The Concordia Experience has started for you and your student! This new stage in life is full of excitement, challenge, adventure, and—for some—a bit of trepidation. To help ease the stress on both families and new students, this guide introduces the many resources our community offers during this time of transition. Concordia University Irvine prides itself on a commitment to faithfulness and excellence, striving to develop wise, honorable, and cultivated citizens. We are pleased you chose to be a part of this enriching experience.
Family involvement and support are critical factors leading to student success and, ultimately graduation. The Office of Alumni and Family Relations is here to help you stay connected with the university through information, events, philanthropy, and volunteerism. You will hear much more about these opportunities in the coming months, especially at Orientation; in the meantime, please read through this guide for important tips and valuable information. This guide is available online at www.universityparent.com/cui and includes links to additional resources. You will also find www.cui.edu/parents a useful site, with newsletters, monthly tips, a calendar of events, and more. Please feel free to contact me with questions
you have or to find out about the many ways you can get involved here at CUI. Congratulations again on joining the Concordia family, and blessings to you and your student as you all begin this new chapter in your lives!
In Christ, LaVeda Carter Executive Director, Constituent Relations (949) 214-3183 family@cui.edu www.cui.edu/parents
Concordia’s Core Curriculum fosters common, sequential, and interdisciplinary learning that provides students with a broad intellectual foundation to prepare them for life. Core courses in biology, history, literature, math, philosophy, and theology are paired each semester to facilitate interdisciplinary learning. Each Core course engages students in dialogue
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about life’s enduring questions and ideas, the close reading of great works from around the globe and across time, critical and creative thinking, effective writing, connecting the Christian faith to academics, and cultivating excellent academic habits and skills. All of this occurs in small, challenging, and supportive learning communities. All Concordia students take Core courses as part of Concordia’s General Education curriculum. Students entering as freshmen take eight Core courses over their first four semesters at Concordia. Students entering as sophomores take four Core courses, ordinarily over their first two semesters. Students entering as juniors or seniors take two Core courses, ordinarily in their first semester.
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Through the Core, all students receive a common, yet broad, identity-shaping “Concordia experience.” This experience gives students a rich supply of questions, ideas, habits, and skills that can be drawn on and developed in their distribution courses, majors, minors, and (pre-) professional programs. In this process, students mature as “wise, honorable, and cultivated citizens” who can think critically and creatively, communicate clearly and persuasively, and act ethically and faithfully in service to society and the church.
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) of 1974 is a Federal law that protects the rights of students by defining who has access to student educational records. Educational records are all records that: • are maintained by Concordia University Irvine
When your student was in elementary, middle, and high school, FERPA gave you, as the parent, the right to access and control your student’s educational records. Now that your student is in college, these same laws transfer ownership of the educational records directly to the student; therefore, parents have no inherent rights to view, change, or control the student’s educational records.
But what if I want access? Your student can give you access to his/her educational records, so it is important that you communicate your desire for access with your student.
Your student can complete a release form specifying the information to be released and to whom the information is released. This is done on a case-by-case basis. Concordia does not maintain a “blanket” release (a release for a specific period of time, i.e. term, year, etc.). Each time information is requested, your student needs to complete a release form. To access the Consent Form, follow the link below and click on question four. How can I learn more about FERPA? www.cui.edu/studentlife/registrar/index. aspx?id=1040
• are related to the student
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www.abbeywest.org Concordia University provides an active and thriving campus ministry with many different choices and styles for worship. With both contemporary and traditional daily chapel services, Bible studies and mission projects, there is something for everyone! We believe that being intentional about discipleship is God’s calling for every Christian. That’s why we’ve built our ministry around 5 Core Values: • The Gospel: We live out our Lutheran identity as Christ-centered, evangelical people. • Worship: We implement dynamic preaching and excellence in the arts
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in order to offer innovative, vibrant, and diverse worship experiences which center around Word and Sacrament. • Nurture: We challenge believers to become fully-developed disciples of Jesus through the study of God’s Word in small group settings. • Service: We value each member of the Body of Christ as a uniquely gifted child of God, and we eagerly desire his or her creative participation in all aspects of our ministry. • Witness: We boldly witness God’s redeeming love through our words and acts of service. We accomplish this through relational ministry.
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abbey west will guide your student in radical discipleship based on our Core Values. Students can begin in commitment to consistently gather for Worship. They will be Nurtured in God’s Word, and encouraged to make a commitment to study God’s Word regularly. Empowered by God’s grace, we will help students to not only identify their spiritual gifts, but also to identify ministries in which they can use their gifts in acts of service. As a disciple of Christ, your student will learn how to give regular Witness to our Savior in daily life. Our Campus Pastor, located in the Center for Student Leadership and Development (CSLD), is also available for pastoral counseling. He can be contacted at (949) 214-3111.
www.cui.edu/wellness Primary health care is available for fulltime undergraduate students on campus. You must provide a completed online Undergraduate Health Form, which includes a health history, immunizations, and TB clearance by August 1 for the fall semester and by December 1 for the spring semester in order to obtain final clearance and receive services.
Services: Assessment and Treatment of Injuries and Illnesses The Nurse Practitioners, utilizing policies and procedures developed collaboratively by a consulting physician and administration, will see students for assessment of illness and injury. Treatment is provided for common health conditions.
TB (Tuberculosis) Testing TB tests (PPD-Mantoux) are given on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday and read two days later. Fee is assessed.
Immunizations We carry Tdap, meningitis, and flu vaccines. All other vaccines may be ordered by the clinic, for the individual student, as needed. Fee is assessed.
Nurse Practitioner Consultation on Health Topics We provide 1:1 sessions with students to discuss individual health issues to promote health and prevent illness.
Health Promotion Our Health Promotion Specialist and Peer Health Educators help us develop programs that empower students to make healthy and responsible choices.
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Referral to Community Resources as Needed For services that are outside the scope of our practice and fall beyond our capabilities and limitations, students are referred to other facilities and community resources. We work with our students and assist them in navigating their individual insurance plan.
Health Insurance All full time, traditional undergraduates and all international students are automatically enrolled in the university health insurance plan. Domestic Students who wish to carry their private insurance would need to waive online by the advertised date. For more information such as cost, coverage and waiver deadline, please visit www.cui.edu/insurance.
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What is counseling?
Is it confidential?
Counseling is a collaborative process that involves the development of a unique, confidential relationship. The counselor acts as a facilitator in helping the client to understand more accurately him/herself and the world around him/her.
Counseling services are confidential. No information can be released without the written consent of the counselee. The atmosphere is one of quality, mutual respect, and caring.
Why do students seek counseling? Students seek counseling for a variety of reasons such as low self-confidence; grief and loss; relationship issues; depression; anxiety; self-defeating behaviors (i.e. eating disorders, etc.); controlling usage of alcohol and drugs; life purpose and direction; family conflict; and assistance in making better decisions.
Services offered include: • Individual Therapy: Many students meet with the counselor, one-to-one, usually weekly, to work through personal concerns. • Crisis Counseling: At times a student is experiencing personal issues that need immediate assistance. • Ongoing education through lectures and seminars • Referrals: Provide resources for off-campus groups, medical or psychiatric services that offer more or different services from those available at Concordia University.
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Where is the Counseling Center located? The Counseling Center is located in the Wellness Center which is on the lower level of the Student Union Building.
How do you make an appointment with a counselor? You may come to the Counseling Center or call (949) 214-3102 to make an appointment. Appointments are recommended.
Is there a charge for counseling sessions? There is a $5.00 charge for a counseling session for full-time undergraduates. There is a fee of $10.00 per counseling session for part-time, nursing and graduate students. Scholarships are available through the counseling center to cover session fees. Please talk to a counselor regarding the scholarship process. Counseling sessions are not billed to health insurance.
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• Towels • Single-ply toilet paper • Toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, etc.) • Laundry basket • Desk lamp (floor lamp for Quads) – please do not use halogen bulbs • Trashcan and cleaning supplies • School supplies • Fan
What types of meal plans are available to students? Resident students have the option of 3 different meal plans: • 19 meals per week • 14 meals per week (minimum for freshman students) • 10 meals per week (minimum for non-freshman students) Main Page: www.cui.edu/studentlife/ residential-education-services Housing Handbook: www.cui.edu/ Portals/0/uploadedfiles/StudentLife/ Residential-Life/2014-2015_Housing_ Handbook.pdf (Check the Main Page link above starting September 2015 to access the 2015–2016 Housing Handbook.)
Where are our offices? The Office of Residential Education & Services (which includes Housing Services) is located on the second floor of Sigma Square. Our phone number is (949) 214-3052.
What are the different types of student rooms in the residence halls? There are two different types of housing units we offer. The first is a traditional residence hall style unit that has two sides with a shared bathroom area. This style typically houses freshmen, sophomores, and some upperclassmen. The second is an apartment style unit that has two bedrooms, a common room, a kitchen area (a fridge and a sink), and a shared bathroom. This style typically houses upperclassmen. Both room types traditionally house four students.
How does the placement process work? Housing Services uses information from the Housing Application & License Agreement to place students. Class
standing and age, in conjunction with the Housing Placement Survey, are used to place students with a roommate that is the best fit possible at the time. The Housing Placement Survey indicates several preferences, including sleeping patterns and desired noise level. Housing Services also works with the Athletic Department to place student athletes on the same team (when requested) in housing units together if space is available.
What furnishings does the University provide? The University provides the following: • Twin-XL bed & mattress • Desk & Chair • Dresser (some students will have a 3-drawer dresser, some students share a 6-drawer dresser with their roommate) • Upper Quad & Lower Quad only: Regular sized fridge • Sigma & Rho: Mini-fridge & microwave
What should students bring with them to their room? The following list provides some suggestions for what your students should bring: • Telephone and answering machine (Do not use 2.4 GHz phone.)
Students can also select flex dollars to add to any of the 3 meal plans. Flex dollars can be used at the Cafeteria and Emendare coffee shop on campus.
What does my student do if they are having trouble with their roommate? We encourage all students who are going through roommate troubles to go through a simple process. First, try to discuss the issue with the roommate. If that does not work, ask a Resident Assistant (RA) to help resolve the issue through discussion and/or mediation. If that does not work, students may need to contact the professional staff member, the Residential Director (RD), who lives in their building for help. They may offer to mediate the situation or direct the student to a room change. We do offer room changes on a requestonly basis. Students need to fill out and submit a Change of Housing Assignment Request Form available in Housing Services Office.
Residence Hall Closures The residence halls are closed for Thanksgiving Break, Christmas Break, and Spring Break as noted on the Housing License Agreement. Students who wish to stay on campus during the break may do so, but they must sign up in advance. Additional housing charges will apply to stay during the breaks.
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www.cui.edu/ studentlife/ career-services The Career Services Center supports the mission of Concordia University Irvine by assisting undergraduate students to determine and fulfill their career goals through programs and services that foster career management confidence via self-assessment, research, skill development, and exposure to opportunity. Your student’s career development journey will be one of selfassessment, trial, exploration, and sometimes indecision. The process of career discovery may take place in a classroom while listening to a guest speaker sharing her career story. Other students may realize their passion through servant leadership or an internship opportunity. If your student finds him/herself without a clue as to their career path, encourage them to visit our office. We would like to see them sooner rather than later.
Career Center Resources • Major and Career Counseling • Career Exploration • Career Interest Tests • Resume & Cover Letters • Interview Preparation • Job Search Strategies • Job and internship posting site • Graduate School Guidance • Employer/career panels and workshops
Office Location Student Success Center #101 (949) 214-3042 careerservices@cui.edu
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If your student qualifies for the Work Study Program as part of his/her financial aid package, your student has the option of applying for available on campus job openings during the first weeks of school. If your student wishes to pursue this option, he/she can search for available jobs on the Office of Career Development Services website, www.cuicareers.com.
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All current, on-campus job openings, including jobs that don’t require Work Study, will be posted on this website along with the information necessary to apply for each position (i.e. forms to complete, who to contact, work hours, and a short description of duties). The student will receive a paycheck semi-monthly for the hours actually worked. It’s a good idea for your student to prepare a simple resume of work experience in order to find a student employee position that is best suited to his/her experience and interests.
The Office of Academic Advising supports the mission of Concordia University Irvine through its commitment to the academic success and graduation of all students by offering clear and accurate information regarding requirements and an individualized graduation plan. The Office of Academic Advising is located in the Student Success Center across from the CUI Arena.
The academic advisor will be your student’s first contact in designing class schedules and planning his/her degree program. Students will meet with an academic advisor each semester to plan and confirm future courses. Changes made to your student’s schedule or major should be discussed and/or approved by the academic advisor. Inquiries regarding AP credit, summer school classes, and transferred units may be addressed by academic advisors who are available to discuss any academic problems that may arise and can recommend campus services and resources. Questions regarding career information related to your student’s major may be addressed to faculty members in the department for the major of choice, academic advisors and career services staff.
Related Resources The Disability and Learning Resources Center Administration Building, Suite 114 (949) 214-3039
Office Location Student Success Center (949) 214-3588 www.cui.edu/studentlife/advising
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Concordia Founders Bookstore is happy to provide your student’s new and used textbook needs, school supplies, and great CUI apparel. You can order on the web at www.cuibookstore.com or through Banner Web. How do I order textbooks online? 1. Log in to Banner Web and access your Student Course Schedule. 2. Click the link at the bottom of the page, “Order Your Books”, click Continue. 3. Verify all your courses have been added to the cart. 4. Choose new, used, or rent and click checkout. 5. Create an account, checkout, select ‘Pickup at CU Founders Bookstore.’ 6. Orders are normally ready for pick up within 1-2 business days.
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**Watch your email for confirmation (check your SPAM folder). When you receive confirmation, write down your order number! You may need your order number to pick up your textbooks. **If you do not see the book you are looking for as available, either email us at bookstore@cui.edu, or give us a call at (949) 214-3454. Not all textbooks may be available until the first week of class, depending on shipping restraints.
Are used books available? We carry both used and new versions of most textbooks. Due to the nature of some books (accompanying access cards, workbooks, CDs) some books are only available new and are not available to be purchased used. Concordia Founders Bookstore works alongside the faculty to minimize the cost of textbooks. One way we do this is by renting textbooks.
How does renting benefit me? Renting textbooks can save you more than 50% of the cost of the textbook. Both new and used versions of the book can be rented, saving you money up front as you start the semester. A credit card is used to secure the rental and you simply use and then return the book before the last day of finals week. This helps you avoid losing money when textbooks change, or go out of date.
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Will you buy my books back? During finals week of each semester, Concordia Founders Bookstore buys textbooks you own for up to 50% of its original price. Buyback values are based on many factors and prices may vary depending on these factors. Be sure to sell any books back as soon as you finish your finals for the best price!
How can I pay for my student’s purchases? • You can use the website to purchase materials for your student. This method is the easy and convenient, and we will have the books ready for you. • Any arrangement made not involving the website must go through our management team. Please email us at bookstore@cui.edu with your request. **We cannot accept a credit card without matching ID from the person presenting it. We do not accept checks without the person whose name is on the check present with ID.
How can I get help? (949) 214-3454 bookstore@cui.edu www.cuibookstore.com
The Bursar’s Office is here to provide you with your direct cost of attendance, payment information, refunds, financial holds and alternative payment options at Concordia University. Our goal is to make your experience at Concordia as financially feasible as possible, provide outstanding service while maintaining a high level of integrity, honesty, and professional ethics.
How can I make a payment? Payments can be mailed in, made in person, or made online. We accept cash,
check and e-check, money order, cashier’s check, and credit card. We accept VISA, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express. You may pay online at www.cui.edu/onlinepayments.
What are the alternative payment options? We provide monthly Payment Plans, Alternative Loans and Parent Plus-Loans as alternative payment methods. We will work with you to find the best option for you. Please visit Financial Aid or The Bursar’s Office for further information. You may also go to www.cui.edu/ paymentplans or www.cui.edu/loans for detailed information.
contact the Bursar’s Office for further information.
Office Location North Grimm Hall Building, 1st Floor (949) 214-3075 danielle.berg@cui.edu or edgar.lopez@cui.edu www.cui.edu/bursar
Can I discuss my student’s account with the Bursar? The Bursar’s Office is limited by federal law to discuss aspects of a student’s account with a parent or guardian. Please
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Campus Directory
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PHONE
WEB ADDRESS
(949) 854-8002
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(800) 229-1200
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Academic Advising
(949) 214-3588
academic.advising@cui.edu
www.cui.edu/advising
Admissions
(949) 214-3010
admission@cui.edu
www.cui.edu/admissions
Alumni & Family Relations
(949) 214-3178
family@cui.edu
www.cui.edu/parents
Athletics
(949) 214-3208
Bookstore
(949) 214-3454
bookstore@cui.edu
www.cuibookstore.com
Bursar/Student Accounts
(949) 214-3075
bursar@cui.edu
www.cui.edu/StudentLife/bursar
Campus Safety and Security
(949) 214-3000
safety@cui.edu
www.cui.edu/studentlife/campus-safety
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Campus Pastor
(949) 214-3111
quinton.anderson@cui.edu
www.cui.edu/studentlife/campus-ministry
Career Development Services
(949) 214-3042
careerservices@cui.edu
www.cui.edu/studentlife/career-services
Copy Center/Mail Services
(949) 214-3158
copy@cui.edu
Counseling Center
(949) 214-3104
rebecca.kindreich@cui.edu
Dean of Student Affairs
(949) 214-3057
gilbert.fugitt@cui.edu
Disability and Learning Resource Center
(949) 214-3039
terilyn.jackson@cui.edu
www.cui.edu/studentlife/disability-learningresource-center
Financial Aid
(949) 214-3066
finaid@cui.edu
www.cui.edu/studentlife/financial-aid
First-Year Experience Programs & Initiatives
(949) 214-3065
kristy.fowler@cui.edu
www.cui.edu/studentlife/first-yearexperience
Food Services
(949) 214-3449
Health Center
(949) 214-3102
michelle.laabs@cui.edu
www.cui.edu/studentlife/wellness-center
Housing/Residential Life
(949) 214-3143
davis.garton@cui.edu
www.cui.edu/studentlife/residentialeducation-services
IT (Computer Assistance)
(949) 214-3175
its@cui.edu
www.cui.edu/it
Library
(949) 214-3090
librarian@cui.edu
www.cui.edu/library
Music Office
(949) 214-3419
music@cui.edu
www.cui.edu/thearts
Registrar
(949) 214-3079
registrar@cui.edu
www.cui.edu/studentlife/registrar
Student Leadership & Development
(949) 214-3059
laura.courvoisier@cui.edu
www.cui.edu/studentlife/student-leadership
Theatre Office
(949) 214-3426
lori.siekmann@cui.edu
www.cui.edu/thearts
Writing Center
(949) 214-3444
www.cui.edu/studentlife/wellness-center
www.cui.edu/studentlife/food-services
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FALL SEMESTER July
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CU Soon – Summer Orientation (Student and Parent Sessions)
August
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September
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Labor Day (no class)
October
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Mid-Semester Break (no class)
November
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Thanksgiving Break (no class) Residence halls closed 7 p.m. 11/20 – 8 a.m. 11/29
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Finals Residence halls closed 7 p.m. 12/18 – 8 a.m. 1/10 (Students must vacate their on-campus housing assignment within 24 hours after the end of his/her last final exam period)
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Non-Graduating Students 24 hours after the end of his/her last final exam period or 7 p.m. Friday, May 6, 2016, whichever comes first. Graduating Students Only 1 p.m., Sunday, May 8, 2016
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