ADMITTED NEXT STEPS BOOKLET Enrollment Confirmation, Orientation, Academic Advising, and more.
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CONGRATULATIONS
WELCOME!
On behalf of your New Student Programs team, welcome to the University of Missouri St. Louis community! We hope that this information booklet provides you with a lot of answers to questions and contributes to your excitement about attending UMSL. We understand that there is a lot of material to take in but hope that you take some time to read through it, share it with your family members, and take advantage of all of the tips and hints that you find here!
We also make sure to include opportunities for your parents and family members to take part in this first step on your college journey as they make up an important part of your support team. In order to provide families with specific information about the university resources available to our students we have designed a special parent program that will run throughout your Orientation day. Our New Student Programs team is committed to ensuring that you not only have an outstanding Orientation experience, but that you feel prepared for your start as an UMSL student. This booklet will provide you with a step by step guide that will have you feeling ready to go when you hit the campus for your first semester at UMSL!
Our UMSL Triton family includes over 16,000 students, 100,000 alumni, 1,200 caring faculty and staff, and now you! We are all dedicated to providing you with unique educational experiences that will enrich your Your first step in preparing to become an UMSL student is to take part lives for years to come and we can’t wait to welcome you personally to our in Orientation. UMSL has designed an extensive Orientation that will campus! focus on academic success, campus traditions, and becoming a part of our community. Through formal and informal meetings with academic advisors With Triton Pride, and faculty members and opportunities to interact with other students through programming and community building, New Student Programs is committed to making sure that upon completing Orientation you will feel confident about your next steps at UMSL!
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During Orientation you will have opportunities to connect with faculty, staff, and students to have your questions answered, to have meaningful conversations, and to develop lasting friendships. Our Orientation team wants to make sure that you are aware of all of the resources, programs and Megan Green Simonds opportunities that will be available to you at UMSL so that your transition Director of New Student Programs to being a part of our community is smooth and positive. Be ready to engage with the Orientation team to get the most out of your first UMSL experience!
Erin Sullivan
Coordinator of New Student Programs
CHECKLIST Step 1: Step 2: Step 3: Step 4: Step 5: Step 6: Step 7: Step 8: Step 9: Step 10: Step 11: Step 12: Step 13: Step 14: Step 15: Step 16: Step 17: Step 18
Here are the 18 steps you need to complete before becoming a TRITON. Learn more about each step and how to complete it throughout the rest of this guide.
Preview Orientation Program and Dates Setup Triton Technology – SSO, Password, and Email Log into your Triton Portal to Complete Pre-Advising Questionnaire and Register for Orientation Register your Family Members, Parents, and Guests to Join you at Orientation Submit Your Required Documents to Admissions Submit Your Housing Application Fulfill and Return the Immunization Requirements Submit Required Documents to Financial Aid Review Financial Charges Complete Placement Exams Before Your Orientation Make Academic Advising Appointment with Advisor Send in a Photo for Your Triton ID Card Connect with the Disability Access Services Connect with Student Academic Support Services (SASS) Seek Student Employment Purchase Course Materials Prepare for Orientation (Schedule Overview, Parking) Save the Dates for Welcome Programs
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STEP 1: PREVIEW ORIENTATION PROGRAM AND DATES
OFF-CAMPUS COHORT STUDENT ORIENTATION
To keep the momentum going, you’ll need to login into your Triton Portal. The Triton Portal serves as a one-stop function, outlining your admissions status and admitted next steps. Use this portal to view your personalized checklist items including financial aid, housing application, orientation, and much more. Once you complete the pre-advising questionnaire and orientation program selection, you will be able to enroll into courses and view additional items to prepare you for your first day of classes. Your one-time Enrollment Confirmation Fee of $50 will also be applied to your student billing statement to reserve your intent to enroll at UMSL and be used for new student transition programming.
Orientation Dates:
St. Charles Community College • Monday, August 9, 9am-Noon, Education • Monday, August 9, 1pm-3pm, Business
To log into your Triton Portal, visit UMSL.edu/tritonportal. You will use your personal email and password that was used on your UMSL application. If you have any questions or trouble logging into the Triton Portal, please email admissions@umsl.edu or call at 314-516-5451.
St. Louis Community College Meramec • Tuesday, August 10, 9am-Noon, Education
DATES OF ORIENTATION SESSIONS
Jefferson College • Wednesday, August 11, 9am-Noon, Education
Each of the Orientation sessions will accommodate approximately 300 new students and family members. Below is a list of all our orientation dates. Once you complete the pre-advising questionnaire and select your Orientation event in your Triton Portal account, you will receive an automatic email confirmation with additional Orientation event details. If you need to change your date, please re-log into your Triton Portal account and complete this at least 2-days prior to your scheduled Orientation date.
New Student Orientation (NSO) Dates 8am – 5pm • • • • • • • • •
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As a student attending a program at one of our off-campus sites (Mineral Area College, Jefferson College, St. Louis Community College, and St. Charles Community College), you are required to attend an orientation at your designated site.
December 21 (Virtual, Spring 2021 Session) January 14 (Virtual, Spring 2021 Session) January 16 (Virtual, Spring 2021 Session) Wednesday, June 2 ** Friday, June 4 ** Thursday, June 17 ** Saturday, June 19 ** Thursday, July 15 ** Wednesday, August 18
Transfer Student Orientation (TSO) Dates - 8am-3pm • • • • • • • • •
December 21 (Virtual, Spring 2021 Session) January 14 (Virtual, Spring 2021 Session) January 16 (Virtual, Spring 2021 Session) Friday, May 14 Tuesday, June 8 ** Thursday, July 8 ** Friday, July 16 Friday, August 6 Saturday, August 14, 9am-3pm
**Triton Overnight Experience. Students can register for an additional, no-cost opportunity to stay in Oak Hall the night PRIOR to their Orientation session (view selected dates). Check-in begins at 4:00pm CST and includes a night to explore the Recreation and Wellness Center, dinner in Provincial House Dining Hall, evening activities and sleeping accommodations at Oak Residence Hall. We do not have housing option for parents/family members and ask that they join their students the next day at Orientation Check-in.
Mineral Area College • Thursday, August 12, 9am-Noon, Social Work
Sample Activities for Off-Campus Sites Orientation (9am-Noon): (Times vary by site and/or program) 9:00 Welcome to Off-Campus Sites/Faculty and Staff Introductions 9:15 Campus Safety 9:45 Intro to UMSL Technology 10:15 Money Matters (Financial Aid and Cashiers) 10:45 Your Degree Program Overview Noon Closing Remarks
If you have any questions about your Orientation experience, please email Teri Furlow, Senior Academic Advisor for UMSL Off-Campus Sites at FurlowT@umsl.edu.
EXTENDED ORIENTATION: TRITON TAKE-OFF WELCOME WEEKND (FALL) & TRITON SPRING LAUNCH As a student who has registered for an Orientation session, you are automatically registered to attend the Triton Take-Off Welcome Weekend in the fall semester: August 19-22, 2021. Attending Triton Take-Off Weekend is highly recommended as it is your ExtendedOrientation program that is four days prior to classes beginning. Additional information is located on pg. 19 of this book. If you are starting in the Spring semester, join us for Triton Spring Launch on January 16-31, 2021. 4
STEP 2: SETUP TRITON TECHNOLOGY – SSO, PASSWORD, AND EMAIL
As a new student, you will want to activated your SSO username and password which serves as your official UMSL login for many of the tasks. You will need your student number (12345678) that was included in your Admissions email or listed on your Triton Portal. Activating your SSO and password also creates your official UMSL email (SSO@mail. umsl.edu), which serves as the primary communication tool between you and UMSL. To login for your email or UMSL Google Drive, you will use SSOusername@umsystem.edu - but your email you give to others is SSOusername@mail.umsl.edu
NEW USER SETUP
As an UMSL student, there are many programs and accounts you will want to get yourself acquainted with in order to communicate successfully with your teachers, peers and other offices. The University uses a variety of avenues to communicate with students. Please watch this video overview on how to setup your SSO, password, and UMSL email account. We will then provide an overview of how to log into our various portals with this login information. Visit umsl.edu/go/tritontech
WRITE IT DOWN AND KEEP SECURE!
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Remember, University passwords are case-sensitive. If you are having any problems setting up your email or triton technology accounts, contact Technology Support Center or Help Desk at umsl.edu/technology/tsc/ or call 314-516-6034.
STEP 3: LOG INTO TRITON PORTAL TO COMPLETE PRE-ADVISING QUESTIONNAIRE AND REGISTER FOR ORIENTATION
MYGATEWAY, MYVIEW AND CANVAS
MyGateway is our central portal for all UMSL student applications including student email access, Canvas course management, MyView enrollment and payment services, MyDegree academic progress, MyConnect advising services, MyDrive Google services, and much more. SSO required. MyView is a self-service system which enables students to access campus finances, academic records, personal information, enrollment, grades, and class schedule. Canvas is the system used to access all your coursework. From there you will participate in class discussion boards, view your class syllabus, submit assignments, and access the Writing Lab and NetTutors. During Orientation, students will learn to navigate through these systems. You can also visit umsl.edu/go/tritontech to view tutorial videos for additional assistance.
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To begin, log in at umsl.edu/tritonportal (You will use your email and password that was used on your UMSL application).
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Insided the Triton Portal, you will see a list of items including triton technology, student success team, financial aid, housing application, and advising and orientation section. Each section expands with additional details and contact information.
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Under the Advising and Orientation section, you will complete a pre-advising questionnaire and select an Orientation Event. You will see the Orientation events that are available to you based on your admit type. In-person Orientation events, will have the option to add the Triton Overnight Experience on selected dates.
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Guests Registration. We encourage you to add guests to join you for the Parent and Family Orientation. There will be no additional charge, but you are limited to 4 guests. If guests cannot attend, there is a monthly newsletter and virtual webinars that are available to watch online at umsl.edu/go/parents.
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Once you select update, your reservation will be finalized and you will receive an automatic email confirmation. Your pdf confirmation will include the Orientation schedule, what to bring, campus map, and guest information.
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STEP 4: REGISTER YOUR FAMILY MEMBERS, PARENTS, AND GUESTS TO JOIN YOU AT ORIENTATION
STEP 5: SUBMIT YOUR REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
STEP 6: SUBMIT YOUR HOUSING APPLICATION
Orientation is designed to help both families and students understand resources, opportunities, policies, and offices that will guide you for the next few years. The support and encouragement you provide will be enhanced if you have a clear understanding of the educational and social opportunities here at UMSL and your role during this important time of self-discovery for your student.
Submit your final high school transcript prior to your entering semester. Be sure to send Advanced Placement (AP) scores, International Baccalaureate (IB) exam results, or official college transcripts (along with course descriptions) if applicable.
The Residential Life and Housing Department is committed to providing a well-rounded and positive living and learning environment for students in the residential facilities.
Sample Day Activities for Parent and Family Orientation:
LEARN about the educational opportunities available to your student. ENGAGE with current faculty and academic support services available to your student.
For more details:
Many of the activities offered during the Orientation session are open to both families and students. A separate schedule includes several informational sessions for family members only, while the individual academic advising session and small group discussions are for students only. For many, this will be your first experience enrolling a child in college, while others are “seasoned” veterans. Regardless, the interaction among families during Orientation continues to be a favorite UMSL memory.
MEET and share questions and concerns with other family members.
351 MSC, 1 University Blvd St. Louis, MO 63121
If you are unable to attend, sign up for our parent/family newsletter to receive monthly email newsletters for updates, opportunities, and ways to continue supporting your student.
SHARE your email to obtain parent/family monthly newsletters.
BROWSE through the Resource Expo offering a myriad of opportunities around campus.
Office of Undergraduate Admissions
Phone: (314)516-5451
We have developed Living Learning Communities (LLCs) for all first-year students. LLCs are fun, interactive communities designed to enhance the college experience through social and academic programs. Submit your housing applications at
umsl.edu/reslife/ApplyForHousing For more details:
Fax: (314) 516-5310
Residential Life and Housing
VIEW campus buildings during a walking tour.
Toll-Free: 1-888-GO-2-UMSL
Phone: 314-516-6877
SHARE words of encouragement to student by participating in letters from home or your student care package program.
admissions@umsl.edu
umsl.edu/admissions
Fax: 314-516-6878 umslreslife@umsl.edu
umsl.edu/reslife
DISCUSS timely topics during “Coffee & Conversations” Panel.
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STEP 7: FULFILL AND RETURN THE IMMUNIZATION REQUIREMENTS REQUIRED VACCINATIONS AND HEALTH INFORMATION
For more details:
In order to adequately protect the health, safety, and welfare of UMSL students, there are a number of requirements with regards to vaccinations and screenings.
University Health Services
Tuberculosis risk assessment screening for all new students: Missouri legislation requires that all newly enrolled students must complete a TB risk assessment. This online form (health.umsl.edu) needs to be completed early in the first semester of enrollment.
131 Millennium Student Center 1 University Blvd St. Louis, MO 63121
MMR and meningitis vaccination requirements for all students living in campus housing: All students living in campus housing are to be immunized against measles, mumps, and rubella, with two doses of the MMR vaccine. For students who have been vaccinated, the first dose must have been given at age 12 months or later. The second dose must have been given at least one month after the first one. Students also have the option of providing documentation showing titer (blood test) results proving immunity to measles, mumps and rubella. A waiver is possible on the basis of medical or religious reasons.
umsl.edu/services/health
Missouri legislation requires students living in campus housing to either show documentation of conjugate meningococcal vaccine received at age 16 or after or apply for a waiver to this requirement on the basis of a medical or religious reason. All required health documentation and waivers must be submitted to Student Health Services and can be completed on the UMSL Health and Counseling Services patient portal (health.umsl.edu).
314-516-5671
STEP 8: SUBMIT REQUIRED DOCUMENTS TO FINANCIAL AID
STEP 9: REVIEW FINANCIAL CHARGES
Check your Admitted Student Portal (under the Self Service tab, My Financial Aid Status) to ensure that you have completed all necessary documentation for financial aid processing. Read all of the available tabs and return frequently as information is updated on an ongoing basis.
During Orientation you will review a Money Matters session. During this session, the Cashier’s Office will highlight the responsibilities and general payment information for your tuition and fees, discuss the process on how to pay and set up an Additional Authorized Access, and navigate through the MyView portal to preview a summary of the financial charges. The charges will represent the cost of the hours in which you have enrolled, room and board, and additional services (e.g., financial aid, scholarships, and any additional fees).
For more details:
Student Financial Aid Office 327 Millennium Student Center 1 University Blvd St. Louis, MO 63121 314-516-5526 financialaid@umsl.edu
umsl.edu/services/finaid/
The Money Matters session will provide valuable information and access to staff members from Financial Aid and the Cashier’s Office. The goal is to help provide students and their families a greater understanding of the financial landscape as they navigate their college career.
SUMMARY OF CHARGES
A condensed summary of charges is given below. The total may vary according to the individual academic program, which may include lab fees or other charges. We encourage you to visit our UMSL Fee Estimator page to provide you with an estimate on the total cost of attendance, located online at:
umsl.edu/cashiers/tuition-fees/fee-estimator.html
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STEP 10: COMPLETE PLACEMENT EXAMS BEFORE YOUR ORIENTATION
STEP 11: MAKE ACADEMIC ADVISING APPOINTMENT WITH ADVISOR
ONLINE ASSESSMENTS TO BE TAKEN BEFORE YOUR ORIENTATION SESSION.
All students new to UMSL are required to meet with an academic advisor to register for courses and discuss their academic plan – all new first time college students attending New Student Orientation will meet with their advisor in person on their Orientation date, but depending on their major may be asked to come in to meet prior to that date.
1. Math Placement - In order to enroll in entry-level college Mathematics courses, a student must demonstrate appropriate background mathematical knowledge and skills. UMSL accepts multiple ways of demonstrating this knowledge including ACT math subscores for new freshmen and online math placement test scores for all students. To view Mathematics Course Pre-requisite Information and to access the online math placement test please visit umsl.edu/~campustesting/ 2. Language Placement - If you plan to enroll in a language course during your first semester and feel that you may be able to test out of one or more introductory level courses please contact Jim Karslake at jkarslake@umsl.edu or 314-516-6240 to sign up for language placement testing BEFORE your Orientation. 3. Beginning College Survey of Student Engagement (BCSSE) - Students will receive an electronic link to this online survey beginning in May.
NOT ANYMORE PROGRAM
Not Anymore is an online, interpersonal violence prevention program that provides critical information about: consent, bystander intervention, sexual assault, dating/domestic violence, stalking, and much more. To succssfully complete the program, you will need to earn at least 80% on the post-test, which you may retake until you achieve this score. The training will take about one hour. All UMSL students are required to complete this program before the first day of classes. Take the Training: • Log-on to Not Anymore through the UMSL portal at studentsuccess.org/SP/umsl • You also will receive follow-up contacts from Student Success™ highlighting key program information. If at any time you have general questions and/or concerns regarding the program requirements or UMSL’s violence prevention efforts, please contact the Office of Student Affairs at 314-516-5211 or umslstudenta@umsl.edu Trigger Warning: This is sensitive information which may be upsetting for some. If you find this program too emotionally difficult, please contact our victim advocate, Mindy Stratmann-Sebol, at stratmannm@umsl.edu for information regarding alternative options to fulfill your requirement. 11
Transfer students attending Transfer Student Orientation or completing the Online Student Orientation are encouraged to make advising appointments as soon as possible upon completion of the Pre-Advising Questionnaire and selection of Orientation event located in their Triton Portal account. Please take a look at the 4 year plan for your major in the Bulletin (bulletin.umsl.edu/planofstudy) as well the Schedule of Classes on MyView (myview.umsl.edu). Your advisors look forward to working with you to create your academic plan at UMSL!
ACADEMIC ADVISING College of Arts and Sciences 303 Lucas Hall 314-516-5501 artscience@umsl.edu
umsl.edu/divisions/artscience/
College of Education
116 South Campus Classroom Building 314-516-5937 coeadmin@umsl.edu
coe.umsl.edu
College of Business Administration College of Nursing 107 Anheuser-Busch Hall 314-516-5888 business@umsl.edu
umsl.edu/divisions/business
1st Floor, Nursing Administration Building 314-516-6066 nursing@umsl.edu
umsl.edu/nursing
School of Social Work
459 Social Science Building (SSB) 314-516-6385 socialwork@umsl.edu
umsl.edu/~socialwk/
UMSL/Washington University Joint Undergraduate Engineering Program
228 Benton Hall 314-516-6800
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HONORS COLLEGE
Students enrolled in the Pierre Laclede Honors College should meet with an Honors College advisor BEFORE attending Orientation. Your Honors College advisor will help you select the appropriate Honors College courses. On your Orientation date, you will meet with an additional advisor from your major to complete your registration. If there are any changes to your planned Honors course schedule, you will need to see your Honors advisor while attending Orientation. To set up your initial appointment with the Honors College please contact:
Pierre Laclede Honors College Provincial House | 314-516-5701 Jen Richardson - askjen@umsl.edu
umsl.edu/divisions/honors
If you have not yet applied to Honors, there is still time! Please contact the Honors Admissions Representative Holly Pope at askholly@umsl.edu or 314-516-7769.
UMSL ATHLETE
All new UMSL athletes should meet with the Assistant Director of Athletics for Academics, Lindsay Pickering, BEFORE making an advising appointment. Lindsay will help you select the appropriate courses that will align with your athletic schedule and practices. New first time college students attending New Student Orientation will meet with an additional academic advisor from your major to complete your registration. To set up your appointment with UMSL Athletics please contact:
UMSL Athletics
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Lindsay Pickering 314-516-4250 pickeringl@umsl.edu
STEP 12: SEND IN A PHOTO FOR YOUR TRITON ID CARD
STEP 13: CONNECT WITH DISABILITY ACCESS SERVICES
TritonCard photographs will be taken at Orientation, or you can submit your own photo to use on your TritonCard prior to Orientation by visiting umsl.edu/tritoncard and click on Photo Upload. Pay close attention to the photo requirements! During your Orientation session, you must bring a government-issued photo ID to receive your TritionCard (i.e. a driver’s license, state I.D., passport, etc.).
To establish eligibility for accommodations self-identify to the Disability Access Services office as having a disability and complete the following:
THE TRITONCARD IS USED FOR:
• UMSL Student Identification • Access to dining meal plans • Checking out books from the library • Access to the Recreation & Wellness Center • Attending UMSL athletic events FREE • Charging purchases at the TritonStore to your student account • Access to residential facilities • Check-in for appointments with advisors
For more details:
Triton Card Office
1. Disability Access Services Program Application and Registration Form 2. Arrange for current documentation of disability to be provided to Disability Access Services 3. Schedule an appointment with Disability Access Services’ staff to discuss reasonable accommodations, student rights, policies, and procedures. For more details:
Disability Access Services 131 Millennium Student Center 314-516-6554 Cramert@umsl.edu
umsl.edu/services/disability
190 Millennium Student Center 314-516-8680 tritoncard@umsl.edu
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STEP 14: CONNECT WITH STUDENT ACADEMIC SUPPORT SERVICES (SASS)
STEP 15: SEEK STUDENT EMPLOYMENT
STEP 15: 16: PURCHASE TEXTBOOKS COURSE MATERIALS
Having an academic support system is critical for academic success and engagement. Make sure you visit Student Academic Support Services located at 225 Millennium Student Center to learn about the various comprehensive support services available for students. You should familiarize yourself with the SASS and connect with your assigned Academic or Success Coach before leaving campus.
Considering working on-campus? Visit studentjobs.umsl.edu to see all of the exciting opportunities! Various departments could include:
The UMSL Triton Store is located on the second floor of the Millennium Student Center and serves as the campus headquarters for course materials, technology, supplies, and officially licensed UMSL and Triton spirit wear! They offer the largest selection of discounted used, new, and rental books. They also have an early bird reservation program. You can choose to have your books in the store for pick-up or have them shipped.
Student Academic Support Service Departments include:
Office of Multicultural Student Services (MSS)
Multicultural@umsl.edu | 225 MSC MSS provides comprehensive academic support services for all UMSL students who have a 2.4 cumulative GPA or above. Services provided include, but are not limited to the following: one-on-one academic coaching; academic, career, and professional workshops (Commit to Success workshops); peer mentoring, gender specific mentoring, and faculty/staff mentoring; cultural enrichment activities/heritage months; and scholarship opportunities.
University Tutoring Center (UTC) tutoring@umsl.edu | 225 MSC
UTC is committed to providing quality individual and group tutorial services to equip students with effective study skills, strategies, and resources in partnership with faculty and staff in a centralized campus location. Tutorial services are designed to promote retention and degree attainment, in a safe, caring, and welcoming environment. Services include but are not limited to the following: one-on-one individual and group paired tutoring; walk-in tutoring; student organizational tutoring; study hall and academic preparedness workshops.
Office of Student Enrichment and Achievement (SEA formerly Student Retention Services)
umslsea@umsl.edu | 107 Lucas Hall The Office of Student Enrichment and Achievement provides academic support services intentionally designed for supporting UMSL students with a cumulative GPA of 2.39 or below. Services include but are not limited to the following: early alert management; success coaching; mentoring; workshops; Gateway course support and Don’t Cancel Class support for faculty. For more details: Student Academic Support Services (314)516-6807 15
• Academic Departments • Disability Access Services • Information Technology Services • Multicultural Student Services • New Student Programs • Recreation & Wellness Center • Sodexo • Student Involvement • University Child Development Center • University Tutoring Federal work-study opportunities are available only to qualifying students who receive a Financial Aid award. UMSL also has great connections with lots of employers who recruit directly from UMSL. When it’s time to look for an internship or a job, don’t forget to visit Career Services to learn more about TritonCareers and resources.
Visit umsltritonstore.com to order your books online, view store hours, or see the latest UMSL gear arrivals. Phone: 314-516-5763 For more details:
UMSL Triton Store 209 Millennium Student Center 314-516-5763 umsltritonstore@umsl.edu
umsltritonstore.com
Career Services 278 Millennium Student Center 314.516.5111
studentjobs.umsl.edu
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STEP 17: PREPARE FOR ORIENTATION (SCHEDULE OVERVIEW, PARKING) NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION (NSO)
NSO is a full day on campus program REQUIRED for all newly admitted first-time college students. Orientation is mandatory for all first time college students and transfer students. Orientation will be located in the Millennium Student Center with check-in and breakfast starting at 8:00 a.m. and opening remarks promptly at 8:30 a.m. Students are required to stay for the entire full day program that will conclude at 5:00 p.m. If you are interested in taking a tour of Oak Residence Hall or University Meadows, the offices will be open and available for questions at the conclusion of the program. Oak Hall - meet at Provincial House University Meadows - meet at Meadows Clubhouse
Sample Day Activities for New Student Orientation 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
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8:00 am
Check-In/ Photo for Triton Card/Breakfast
8:30 am
Welcome / I Chose UMSL
9:30 am
Introduction to Academic Life
11:00 am
Money Matters
12:15 pm
Resource Expo, Campus Riding Tours, and Lunch in the Nosh
1:30 pm
Academic advising 1.1 meeting, Faculty-led mock classroom experience, academic building tour, & student success presentation
1:30 pm
Parent and Family Breakout sessions & Reception in Bookstore
3:30 pm
Triton Technology
4:30 pm
Closing Session
WHAT TO BRING TO ORIENTATION
• One of the following forms of identification: (will need this to check-in and receive TritonCard – UMSL’s official student identification card) • Valid state-issued driver’s license with photo • State-issued photo ID card • Passport with photo • Military ID card • UMSL SSO (Single Sign-On) Username, Student Number, and password • A copy of unofficial transcripts, grades, course list, etc. from College Credit Plus or courses taken at another institution if you are currently enrolled in classes and have not yet submitted an official transcript to the Office of Admissions. • A jacket or sweater, spending money, and umbrella
TRANSFER STUDENT ORIENTATION (TSO)
As an incoming transfer student, we understand that you may have previous college experience. All transfer students must complete one of the Orientation options: TSO or Online Orientation. Sample Day Activities for Transfer Student Orientation 8:00 am-3:00 pm (Saturday 9:00 am -3:00 pm) 8:00 am
Check-In/ Photo for Triton Card/ Welcome Breakfast
9:00 am
Welcome / I Chose UMSL
9:30 am
Introduction to Academic Life
11:00 am
Money Matters
11:30 pm
Triton Technology/Student Panel/ UMSL Essentials
12:15 pm
Lunch / Checklist Items • Breakout Sessions • Walking Campus Tour • Department Resource Expo • Triton Technology Assistance
TRITON OVERNIGHT EXPERIENCE
If you registered for the Triton Overnight Experience you will check-in beginning at 4:00 p.m. in the lobby of Oak Residence Hall. Triton Overnight Experience is ONLY available for incoming students to sleep in the Residence Hall – NOT Family members and/or guests. When you arrive on campus, parking will be available in front of Oak Hall and in the south parking garage.
1:00pm3:00pm
TRANSFER ONLINE ORIENTATION
Make sure you log into your Triton Portal account at UMSL.edu/tritonportal to complete the pre-advising questionnaire and selection of the Online Orientation to receive the login directions. The Online Orientation can be accessed in your e-confirmation email with directions on how to complete. Once you complete the Online Orientation, you can turn in the completion page in the Office of New Student Programs in 388 Millennium Student Center to obtain a Triton Manual, lanyard, academic planner, and a free t-shirt. Or email us at newstudentprograms@umsl.edu to setup an appointment to pickup your Welcome Bag. The New Student Programs Office will also be informed of your completion of the Online Orientation to remove the New Student Programs hold off your account.
Academic Advising Appointments • Suggested to make your appointment in advance with your advisor on your selected Orientation date.
*Academic Advising is not scheduled during your TSO. Due to the varied advising needs and availability, transfer students need to contact your academic unit to schedule a separate appointment. At Orientation, we will acquaint you with the online registration process that you will use during your career at UMSL. Students are encouraged to be advised prior to Orientation.
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STEP 18: SAVE THE DATES FOR AND OTHER WELCOME PROGRAMS TRITON SPRING LAUNCH
January 16-31, 2021 - We welcome our returning students and all incoming new and transfer students to campus to kick-off the spring semester. Come enjoy some St. Louis adventures, meet other students, and UMSL fun! Visit umsl.edu/wow for more information
TRITON TAKE-OFF WEEKEND
August 19-22, 2021 - Triton Take-Off Weekend includes a series of events designed to act as an extension of the orientation process, and to welcome all incoming new and transfer students the days leading up to their first week of classes. The events will allow incoming new and transfer students to meet fellow peers and learn even more about life at UMSL and how to have a successful transition. Be on the lookout for updates and announcements throughout the summer on our Facebook, Twitter & Instagram. Visit umsl.edu/wow
WEEKS OF WELCOME (WOW)
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Weeks of Welcome is another way to connect incoming students with the University throughout the first six weeks. Our office partners with other offices and organizations on campus to provide out-of-classroom programs and developmental opportunities to meet the transitional needs of first year students, transfer, and commuter students. More than 100 events are held just for students in the fall and spring semesters including movies, picnics, departmental programs, lots of free food and traditions.
GETTING INVOLVED
There are many ways to get involved on campus, including over 120 student organizations, fraternity & sorority life, leadership, and service opportunities. It all starts with the Office of Student Involvement. • Preview 120+ student organizations on myengage.umsl.edu • Track your involvement • Build your e-portfolio • Collaborate with others • Access and submit forms
Office of Student Involvement 366 Millennium Student Center 314-516-5291 studentinvolvement@umsl.edu
umsl.edu/studentinvolvement/
IMPORTANT CONTACT INFORMATION New Student Programs.................................................................314-516-5271 (Orientation & WOW questions) Admissions..............................................................................888-GO-2-UMSL Triton Store (bookstore)...............................................................314-516-5763 Cashier’s Office...............................................................................314-516-5151 Campus Recreation.......................................................................314-516-2348 Financial Aid..................................................................................314-516-5526 Food Service and Meal Plans.......................................................314-516-7301 Health, Counseling, and Disability Access Services..................314-516-5671 IT Helpdesk....................................................................................314-516-6034 (Login and Password Information) Parking and Transportation.........................................................314-516-4190 Registration....................................................................................314-516-5545 Residential Life & Housing..........................................................314-516-6877 Testing Center................................................................................314-516-6396 Office of Student Involvement......................................................314-516-5291 UMSL Global..................................................................................314-516-5229 UMSL Homepage........................................................................www.umsl.edu MyView Website......................................................................Myview.umsl.edu
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NEW STUDENT TIMELINE AND IMPORTANT DATES
Admitted Student Receptions / Events Complete Financial Aid Process
Read this Admitted Next Steps Booklet This booklet includes all the information you need to know to navigate Orientation. Please read all the information carefully and share with your parents and family members.
New Student Checklist
Register for Family and Parent Orientation Make sure your parent/family members review the Orientation Preview booklet, for a glance at their Orientation experience.
Review the New Student Checklist to confirm all items are completed at umsl.edu/orientation or in your Triton Portal account. Continue to check your email account for reminders and updates regarding next steps and welcome programs.
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We encourage all students to apply for financial aid by submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Students can submit the FAFSA online at fafsa.ed.gov and the priority deadline is February 1. We also recommend checking and accepting/declining your award packages through your MyView.UMSL.edu web portal. Click on Self Service>Financial Aid. Contact Financial Aid with questions about scholarships, loans or grants at 314-516-5526 or financialaid@umsl.edu.
Orientation
Orientation is a required program that allows you to meet with other new students, learn about University resources, meet with an advisor to register and finalize your class schedule, and much more. Get ready to make some new friends and learn how to navigate the University of Missouri-St. Louis.
Are you admitted to UMSL and looking to learn more about life at UMSL? From on-campus activities to admitted-student receptions and preview days, these events will get you even more excited about being a Triton before completing your required Orientation. *These events listed below are optional and do not count as your Orientation. Monthly beginning in November Admitted, Next Steps Virtual Webinars February 2021 Admitted Student Reception
Events on Campus
Make sure to download our UMSL Mobile App for welcome events, maps, shuttle schedules and more. You can also view all campus events at calendar.umsl.edu.
Visit our website at umsl.edu/orientation for event details.
Apply for Housing The Office of Residential Life and Housing is committed to maintaining a learning environment for first-year students, transfers and returning UMSL students while living on campus. Apply and view the live on campus options on their website at umsl.edu/reslife. We recommend applying by May 1. For more information contact their office at 314-516-6877 or umslreslife@umsl.edu.
First Day of Classes
Welcome Programming Spring 2021-January 16-31, 2021 & Fall 2021- August 19-22, 2021. You will receive more information on Welcome Programming via your UMSL email for Spring (Triton Spring Launch) & Fall (Triton Take-Off Welcome Weekend). Visit umsl.edu/wow for schedule and additional information.
Spring 2021 January 19, 2021 Fall 2021 August 23, 2021
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UMSL | NEW STUDENT PROGRAMS
388 Millennium Student Center, 17 Arnold B. Grobman Dr., St. Louis, MO 63121-4400 umsl.edu/orientation | 314-516-5271 | orientation@umsl.edu UMSL New Student Programs
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