COUNTDOWN WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GET TO UCA
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ACADEMIC INFORMATION ACADEMIC INFORMATION
Things you need to know: All academic requirements, policies, procedures, etc. are listed in the Undergraduate Bulletin. The Undergraduate Bulletin is available online at www.uca.edu/ubulletin. Become familiar with the contents of the Undergraduate Bulletin. The Student Handbook is an all-inclusive guide for student rights and responsibilities. It contains the academic calendar and information about academic policies, general rules and regulations, university records, student appeals processes, etc. You will be held accountable for the information in the handbook. You must become familiar with this information. The Student Handbook is published each year and is available at the beginning of the fall term at the Student Information Counter in the Student Center. It is also available on line at http://www.uca.edu/student/dean/student_handbook.php. If you need to alter your class schedule after classes begin, you can do so by adding and/or dropping classes. Deadlines apply to both processes. The deadline for adding classes is very brief. If you decide to add a class, you must act quickly. See the Academic Calendar for add/drop deadlines. You can find the Academic Calendar at http://www.uca.edu/registrar/academiccalendar.php. To add or to drop a class, see your academic advisor. You will be given a class syllabus in each of your classes. The syllabus will outline all of the requirements for that course: attendance policy, special requirements, test dates, due dates for homework, major papers, etc. Be sure that you receive your syllabus for each class. Go to class! Instructors have the right to drop you from class for non-attendance. If you are dropped for non-attendance, the instructor has the right to give you a “Withdraw Failing” (WF) grade. WF’s are treated like F’s and are computed in your grade point as an F. If you are in grade trouble or are having problems in a class or classes, see your academic advisor as soon as possible. The University of Central Arkansas has created an e-mail account for all students . University officials will not recognize any other e-mail address. This account must be used for official UCA correspondence. Once classes start, your academic e-mail account will be activated. Check your account frequently for vital information from the university. UNIVERSITY RECORDS The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) affords students certain rights with respect to their educational records. For the complete Act please refer to the website: http://www.uca.edu/legal/ferpa.php Record Inspection-Students have the right to inspect and review their education records. Challenge to Educational Record-In the event it is believed education records contain inaccurate or misleading information, or are otherwise in violation of a student’s privacy, a request for amendment may be made. Refer to the UCA Student Handbook & Daily Planner for complete information. The handbook can be located on the web at http://www.uca.edu/student/dean/student_handbook.php. RECORD DISCLOSURE In general, the University does not disclose personally identifiable information contained in a student’s education record unless the student provides written permission for disclosure.
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The University may disclose, without consent, “directory’ information as defined in the student handbook. However, please note that doing so will prevent inclusion of a student on award lists such as the Dean's and Presidential Scholar's Lists, unless a student contacts the Office of Undergraduate Studies prior to the end of each semester to request inclusion for the following semester. Students who do not wish the University to disclose “directory” information about them should notify the Office of the Registrar in writing. Students may request the non-release of “directory” information at anytime. REGISTRATION CANCELLATION In the event that you are unable to attend UCA after you have been enrolled in classes, the Registration Cancellation Form is required for you to notify the University that you will not be attending. The form can be found on the last page of this book. Please note that this form has a deadline date by which the University must receive notice of your registration cancellation. STUDENT INFORMATION The university does not mail grades. Rather, grade information is made available to students from a secure site that can be accessed using the Internet. The Student Identification Number and PIN are required to access grade information. The university certifies a student’s status at the institution—full or part-time enrollment, academic standing, advance registration for a future term, etc. The Office of the Registrar front counter in McCastlain Hall is the contact point for this service and has forms students can complete to provide the written request that is normally required. Certification of a student’s status is a free service. The normal time to process a certification of student status request is four (4) working days. STUDENT RIGHT TO KNOW INFORMATION The federal government requires that certain information be provided to incoming current University students, prospective students, parents, and current and prospective employees for the University. This information which comes under the Student Right to Know Act can be found in the student handbook online at http://www.uca.edu/student/dean/student_handbook.php. Students can receive a paper copy of any information, or visit the Dean of Students Office located in the Student Health Center. Such information includes: Ÿ Ÿ Ÿ Ÿ Ÿ Ÿ
Family Education Rights & Privacy Act (FERPA) Available Financial Assistance & Direct Loan Deferments for Performed Services General Institutional Information Graduation Rate Information Campus Security Report Athletic Program Participation Rates & Financial Support Data
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ACT ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS
The following information is for the 2010-2011 academic year. Updated information can be found on UCA's website at http://www.uca.edu/admissions/academicscholarships.php 2010-2011 ACT ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION The University of Central Arkansas awards academic scholarships to entering freshmen based on high school GPA, ACT/SAT scores, and other relevant factors. UCA FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP $6,000 per semester Eligibility requirements: National Merit/Achievement Finalist or Semifinalist and a 3.25 cumulative high school GPA. Students are encouraged to apply to the Honors College where they may compete for additional scholarships. TRUSTEE SCHOLARSHIP Up to $5,250 per semester Eligibility requirements: 31-36 ACT/1360-1600 recentered SAT and 3.25 cumulative high school GPA. PRESIDENTIAL SCHOLARSHIP Up to $4,500 per semester Eligibility requirements: 29-30 ACT/1290-1350 recentered SAT and 3.25 cumulative high school GPA. DEAN’S SCHOLARSHIP Up to $3,000 per semester Eligibility requirements: 27-28 ACT/1210-1280 recentered SAT and a 3.25 cumulative high school GPA or class rank of valedictorian or salutatorian. UNIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIP Up to $1,500 per semester Eligibility requirements: 25-26 ACT/1130-1200 recentered SAT and 3.25 cumulative high school GPA. INFORMATION CONCERNING ALL ACT SCHOLARSHIPS *Students must complete 30 hours each academic year (fall and spring) with a 3.25 GPA and remain enrolled on a full-time basis. *Fall semester GPA must be 2.5 or higher on at least 12 hours for scholarship continuation into spring semester. *All ACT scholarships are renewable for eight consecutive semesters not to include summer semesters. *ACT Scholarships will be awarded only to students not requiring state -mandated remediation. **To receive the full benefit of the ACT scholarship, students must reside in university housing. *Recipients are responsible for making on-campus housing arrangements.
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UCA TRANSFER SCHOLARSHIP Tuition and general registration fees up to 15 credit hours per semester** -Awarded for four (4) consecutive semesters, not to include summer semesters. Eligibility Requirements: Completion of 60 transferable hours at an Arkansas two-year college with a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.25. For scholarship renewal, students must complete 30 hours each academic year (fall and spring) with a 3.25 GPA. Semester GPA must be 2.5 or higher on at least 12 hours for scholarship continuation into the spring semester. **Fees included in the scholarship are limited to those assessed to all general students. PRIVATELY FUNDED SCHOLARSHIPS Each year through endowed funds, the Foundation provides thousands of dollars in scholarships to UCA students. Scholarships and awards are made possible by private gifts and vary considerably in dollar value and criteria, reflecting the donors' gifts and interests. For more information, please contact the UCA Foundation office in Buffalo Alumni Hall for more information. Gathered on 01/27/2010 http://www.uca.edu/admissions/academicscholarships.php
ARKANSAS LOTTERY SCHOLARSHIP (ACADEMIC CHALLENGE SCHOLARSHIP) The Academic Challenge Program provides educational assistance to Arkansas residents in pursuit of a higher education. Additional funding made possible by the Arkansas Scholarship Lottery has allowed the expansion of the Arkansas Academic Challenge Scholarship to provide higher education opportunities to previously underserved Arkansans (both traditional & nontraditional students). The goal of the scholarship is to provide significant financial aid to those who qualify. For complete program details and application process, please contact the ADHE Financial Aid department at the following: Arkansas Department of Higher Education 114 East Capitol Avenue Little Rock, AR 72201 Phone: 1-800-54-STUDY or (501) 371-2050 Website: http://www.adhe.edu/divisions/financialaid/ Email: finaid@adhe.edu Gathered on 4/11/2010 http://www.adhe.edu/divisions/financialaid/Pages/fa_acs.aspx
DID YOU KNOW? In 1986, UCA's Torreyson Library became the first computerized or automated library in the State of Arkansas. Question: HOW DO I KEEP MY SCHOLARSHIP? Answer: Know how many quality points you need! 3.25 x____ number hours enrolled=_________quality points needed to keep your scholarship. Example: 3.25 x 15 hours = 48.75 (49) quality points. If you take 15 hours, you must earn at least 49 quality points to keep your scholarship. More information on how to calculate your Quality Points and GPA can be found in the “Tips for Success� section of this book.
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THE FACTS ON GETTING A DEGREE THE FACTS ON GETTING A DEGREE
The first degree you will receive from UCA will be either an Associate or a Baccalaureate (your Bachelor’s degree). The University offers two Associate and six Baccalaureate degrees, all of which have their own specific requirements along with the general education requirements. It is your responsibility to know the requirements for your degree, and we urge you to follow the Program Completion Plan (PCP) for your program. To assist you in keeping up with what classes you need to take, check-sheets for each program are available at http://www.uca.edu/pcps/. MAJOR REQUIREMENTS Most people think of college as four or more years concentrating on one specific area called your major. In reality you spend only about one in every three classes in your major department. These courses are very specific and you should consult your major department office, academic advisor, or the web site for further information on what exactly needs to be taken and in what order. There may also be prerequisites for courses that are required for your major. These are listed in the degree requirements for your major. You can always check with your major department office or your advisor for any updated information. Regardless of major, all students must complete the General Education Program. You will find information about general education on pages 9 through 14 of this book. Some majors also require a minor. A minor is a second area of specialization requiring fewer courses than a major. Minors usually require a minimum of six courses and there may be further requirements as to which courses must be taken. It is best to acquire that information from the minor department’s office or your advisor. Special Degree requirements: All majors may have special degree requirements which are defined in the Undergraduate Bulletin. Your final requirement is elective courses. The number of elective courses required will vary by degree plan. Again, become familiar with your degree requirements. There are some restrictions on courses and the best way to know those restrictions is to refer to the Undergraduate Bulletin is to know where to find them. A good rule to live by is, if in doubt, check with your academic advisor. Need more information? Check with your advisor, department web site, or the UCA Undergraduate Bulletin on the web at http://www.uca.edu/ubulletin/.
DID YOU KNOW? UCA archivist Dr. Jimmy Bryant (who generously provided the UCA history facts for "Did you know?"), recently earned the title of Certified Archivist (CA) from the Academy of Certified Archivists, making him the first certified archivist in the history of UCA. Dr. Bryant first qualified to take the Academy's certification exam and then passed it in Baton Rouge. There are very few certified archivists in Arkansas, and Dr. Bryant's accomplishment makes UCA one of only two four-year universities in the state with a certified archivist as its archive director.
UCA PROGRAMS OF STUDY
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COLLEGE OF BUSINESS Accounting - minor, BBA, MAcc Business - AAS Business Administration - minor, BBA, MBA Economics - minor, BS Economics, International Trade Emphasis - BA, BBA Finance - BBA Management Information Systems (four tracks)minor, BBA --Program/Analyst --Geographic Information Systems --Telecomm/Networking --Web Development/E-Commerce Insurance and Risk Management - BBA Insurance and Risk Management, --Personal and Financial Planning Track - BBA Management - minor, BBA Marketing - minor, BBA
Linguistics - BA, minor Mass Communication - minor, BA, BS --Mass Communication: Broadcast Journalism --Mass Communication: Online Journalism --Mass Communication: Print Journalism Music - minor, BA, BM, MM --Music Education-Instrumental --Music Education-Keyboard --Music Education-Vocal --Music-Composition --Music-Instrumental --Music-Keyboard --Music-Vocal Public Relations - BA, BS Speech - minor, BA, BS Theatre - minor, BA, BS Writing - minor, BA
COLLEGE OF HEALTH AND BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES COLLEGE OF EDUCATION Addiction Studies - certificate, BS, minor Advanced Studies in Teaching and Learning --Treatment MSE --Prevention Business and Marketing Education - BSE Athletic Training - BS Childhood Education (P-4) - BSE Communication Sciences and Disorders – PhD College Student Personnel Services and Admini(consortium program with UALR and UAMS) stration - MS Community Counseling - MS Educational Leadership - EdS Counseling Psychology - MS Early Childhood Education - MSE Dietetics/Nutrition - BS, MS Master of Arts in Teaching - MAT Family and Consumer Sciences - minor, BS, MS School Leadership, Management, and Administra- Family and Consumer Sciences Education - BSE tion - MS Gerontology - minor Library Media and Information Technology - MS Health Education - minor, BS, MS Middle Level Education (4-8) - BSE Health Sciences - BS --Language Arts/Social Studies --Gerontology --Math/Science --Health Services Administration Reading - MSE --Physical Therapy emphasis Special Education - MSE --Occupational Therapy --Collaborative Instructional Specialist, Ages 0-8 Health Systems - MS --Collaborative Instr. Specialist, Grades 4-12 Interior Design - BA, BS Kinesiology - minor, BS, MS COLLEGE OF FINE ARTS AND Kinesiology & Physical Education - BSE COMMUNICATION Medical Technology - BS Art - minor, BA, BFA Military Science - minor --Art: Art Education Nuclear Medicine Technology - BS --Art: Art History Nursing - BSN, MSN --Art: Studio Art-Painting Occupational Therapy - MS --Art: Studio Art-Printmaking Physical Therapy - MS, DPT, PhD --Art: Studio Art-Photography Psychology - minor, BA, BS --Art: Studio Art-Sculpture Radiography - BS --Art: Studio Art-Ceramics School Counseling - MS --Art: Studio Art-Graphic Design School Psychology - MS, PhD Creative Writing, BA Speech-Language Pathology - BS, MS Digital Filmmaking - BA, BS, MFA
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UCA PROGRAMS OF STUDY/ DECLARING MAJORS
COLLEGE OF LIBERAL ARTS Anthropology - minor English - minor, BA, MA French - minor, BA Geographic Information Science - minor, GC Geography - minor, BA, BS German - minor History - minor, BA, BS, MA International Studies - minor, BA (three tracks) --Regional Studies --International Policies & Diplomacy --International Political Economy & Development Philosophy - minor, BA, BS Political Science - minor, BA, BS Presidential Studies - minor Public Administration - BS Social Studies, History Emphasis - BSE Sociology - minor, BA, BS --Criminology --Medical Spanish - minor, BA, MA COLLEGE OF NATURAL SCIENCES AND MATHEMATICS Biology - minor, BS, MS Chemistry - minor, BS --ACS Certified --Bio-chemistry Computer Science - minor, BS, MS Mathematics - minor, BA, BS, BSE, MA,MS --Applied Mathematics, BS Physics - minor, BS --Applied --Biological --Chemical --Mathematical Physical Science - minor
Secondary Science Education - BSE --Physical Science/Earth Science --Life Science/Earth Science INTERDISCIPLINARY PROGRAMS African/African-American Studies - BA, minor Asian Studies - minor Environmental Science - BS --Biology --Chemistry --Planning and Administration Gender Studies - minor General Science - BS Interdisciplinary Liberal Studies– BA Latin American Studies - minor Religious Studies - minor, BA Southern and Arkansas Studies – minor PRE PROFESSIONAL TRAINING Pre-Cardio Respiratory Care Pre-Dentistry Pre-Dental Hygiene Pre-Engineering Pre-Law Pre-Medicine --Biology --Chemistry Pre-Optometry Pre-Pharmacy Pre-Veterinary Medicine UNIVERSITY COLLEGE General Studies - AA HONORS AT UCA Honors Interdisciplinary Studies – minor
DECLARING YOUR MAJOR and/or MINOR All undeclared students are advised in the Advising Center along with all incoming freshmen except students who have declared a major in the College of Health and Behavioral Sciences. Upperclassmen with declared majors and all students who have a declared major in the College of Health and Behavioral Sciences will have an assigned advisor in their department. To find out who your academic advisor is log into MyUCA using your network ID and password. Click on the Self-Service tab and then click on: Student and Financial Aid, Student Records, then View Student Information. If you do not have a major or if you wish to declare or change a major or minor, you will need to complete an electronic major change form on the Academic Advising Center’s channel under the “My UCA” tab in your MyUCA account.
LOCAL BANKING/ LAUNDRY SERVICES
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LOCAL BANKING OPTIONS ARVEST BANK Customer Service (501) 379-7700 2850 College Ave., (501) 513-4510 BANK OF AMERICA 1-800-432-1000 BANK OF THE OZARKS 803 Harkrider, 72032, (501) 932-3000 2885 Prince Street, 72033, (501) 932-3040 FIRST SECURITY BANK Main Center 1001 Front St., (501) 450-9800 North Center 1390 Hwy 64 W., (501) 450-1810 West Center 801 Hogan Rd., (501) 450-1876 East Center 1110 E. Oak, (501) 450-1855 Prince St. Center: 2925 Prince St., (501) 450-1885 Univ. Center Dave Ward & Donaghey, (501) 4507337 Telephone Banking (24 Hour), (501) 450-1865 SIMMONS FIRST 600 Salem Rd., (501) 329-7070
CENTENNIAL BANK Main Office: 620 Chestnut, (501) 328-4663 West Branch: 945 Salem, (501) 328-4620 Downtown Branch: 1208 Oak, (501) 328-4691 North Branch: 2690 Donaghey, (501) 328-4664 METROPOLITAN NATIONAL BANK 414 Oak St. (501) 327-3390 804 Hogan Ln. (501) 932-0720 MetroLine 24 Hour TeleBanking, (501) 329-5656 NATIONAL BANK OF ARKANSAS 812 Oak Street, (501) 329-0333 REGIONS BANK Main & Chestnut, (501) 450-4600 Industrial & Enterprise Ave., (501) 450-4739 West Branch Prince & Salem, (501) 450-4725 US BANK 24 Hour, 1- 800-872-2657 1122 Van Ronkle, (501) 327-7771 2620 Prince St., (501) 327-5105
LAUNDRY SERVICES Every Residence Hall on campus has laundry facilities available. CLASSIC LAUNDRY & DRY CLEANERS 2150 Harkrider, Nutters Chapel Plaza, (501)450-7275 (501) 450-7187 505 Industrial Blvd. 2385 Prince, (501)327-3866 (501) 327-7830 FUN WASH 1065 Clayton, (501) 329-9274 HAMMETT’S DRIVE-IN CLEANERS 1104 Front St., (501) 329-5295 LAUNDRY CITY 1430 Old Morrilton Hwy, (501) 932-7624 MODEL CLEANERS 163 Farris Rd (501) 327-0555 1805 E. Oak, (501)327-2627 717 Parkway Ave., (501)329-3221 WESTGATE COIN LAUNDRY 155 Farris Rd, (501) 450-0012
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SUGGESTIONS FOR WHAT TO BRING SUGGESTIONS FOR WHAT TO BRING
GENERAL
o Laundry bag/basket o Power strips (max of two, 10 outlets each)
o Extension cords (three-prong & grounded!)
o An ethernet cord o A coaxial television cable o A can opener o Cleaning supplies o Air freshener o Trash cans/trash bags o A small sewing kit o Flashlight o Removable hooks for the wall o Under the bed containers o Laundry detergent o Lamp o Fan
FOR AROUND THE ROOM (Check with your roommate; you may only need one of some of these between the two/three of you!)
o Address book o Computer (if you are planning on having one)
o Dictionary/thesaurus o Calendar or planner (you will get one here!)
o Book bag/back pack o Sewing kit o Calculator o Stapler and staples
FOR THE BATHROOM
o Soap o Shampoo/conditioner o Toothbrush & toothpaste o Deodorant o Shaving supplies o Brush/comb o Hair dryer o Contact lens supplies/
o Comforter/blanket o DVD player o Sheets (size: twin) o TV o Pillows & pillowcases o CDs o Alarm clock – a loud one! spare pair of glasses o Walkman/IPOD/MP3 player/ o Shower bucket – got to get it Stereo from your room to the o Answering machine/cell shower easily! phone o Towels o Full length mirror (back of the o First aid supplies door) o Decorations: posters, plants, knick knacks, memory albums THINGS TO LEAVE AT HOME FOR THE CLOSET
FOR YOUR DESK
o Umbrella
o Casual, comfy clothing o Socks o Underwear o Shoes o Bathrobe o Pajamas o Shower shoes (flip flops are perfect)
o Hangers o Some dressy clothes (just in case!)
o Fall & winter coats o Gloves, hat & scarf
Ó Candles Ó Animals Ó Toaster Ó Potpourri burner Ó Microwaves Ó No nails or screws