2015 UNO New Student Orientation Welcome Guide

NEW S TUDENT ORIENTATION

WELCOME GUIDE

#NEWMAV

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TABLE OF CONTENTS STUDENT SUCCESS

INVOLVEMENT

4 What is Wellness?

49 Student Activities

5 New Student and Family Programs

49 MavSYNC

7 Keys to Success

50 Fraternity and Sorority Life

8 Student Safety

52 Student Government

10 Cashiering and Student Accounts

54 Student Employment

12 Financial Support and Scholarships

55 Maverick Productions

14 MavCARD Services

56 Housing and Residential Life

15 FERPA

58 Welcome to Omaha 61 #MavSPIRIT

ACHIEVEMENT 18 Academic Calendar 22 Academic Colleges 24 Academic Advising 26 Academic and Career Development Center

62 Athletic Venues 63 UNO/Community Arena 64 Signature Programming

WELLNESS

28 Education Requirements

68 Health Services

29 The University of Nebraska System Four-Year Graduation Guarantee

69 Counseling Services 70 Campus Recreation

31 UNO Criss Library

72 Food Options

32 KANEKO-UNO Library 33 UNO Bookstore 34 Navigating Online 36 Academic Centers

ENGAGEMENT 77 Community Engagement Center 78 Service Learning Academy

INCLUSION

78 Civic and Social Responsibility 82 Sustainability

40 Military and Veteran Services

85 Parking Services

42 Disability Services

86 Campus Maps

43 Gender and Sexuality Resource Center 44 Multicultural Affairs

S TUDENT SUCCESS UNO has cracked the code to being successful in college, and with so many caring and supportive faculty, staff, and other students committed to your success, there are only three simple things you need to do: Connect, Take Care, and Get Help.

To ensure that you are aware of all of the resources available to you as a UNO student, you can view a full list at studentsuccess.unomaha.edu.

402.554.4455 | Student Success Hotline

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WHAT IS WELLNESS? Wellness is an important part of campus life at the University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO).

The following wellness indicators are used around campus and incorporate multiple elements of every day health into one model.

Each type of wellness can affect your overall quality of life.

PHYSICAL Physical wellness begins with caring for your body and recognizing your need for physical activity, healthy foods, and sleep in order to stay well now and in the future.

SOCIAL Social wellness begins with developing a sense of connection and belonging, maintaining healthy relationships, enjoying being with others, and finding a well-developed support system.

EMOTIONAL Emotional wellness begins with managing your emotions in a constructive way, appreciating the feelings of others, and understanding and respecting your own feelings and values.

OCCUPATIONAL Occupational wellness begins with understanding your strengths, skills, values, and interests for your career and maintaining a balance between your work and your personal life.

INTELLECTUAL Intellectual wellness begins with recognizing your creative and cognitive abilities, growing intellectually, valuing lifelong learning, and responding positively to intellectual challenges.

ENVIRONMENTAL Environmental wellness begins with being aware of how your behavior impacts the earth and how the physical world impacts you, while demonstrating a commitment to a healthy planet.

FINANCIAL Financial wellness begins with knowing where your money comes from and where it’s going, understanding your financial situation, and taking care of it in a way that prepares you for financial changes.

SPIRITUAL Spiritual wellness begins with finding purpose, value, and meaning in your life.

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NEW STUDENT & FAMILY PROGRAMS nsfp.unomaha.edu | 402.554.2677

New Student and Family Programs facilitates your and your family’s transition to UNO. Our Ambassadors serve as guides for your transition experience.

They are university students committed to helping first-year and transfer students by sharing all of the need-to-know information about policies and procedures, student services, academic support programs, and opportunities for involvement.

The goal of our Ambassadors is to ensure that you know all about the university and to inspire you to make the most of your college experience.

NEW STUDENT AND FAMILY PROGRAMS STAFF New Student and Family Programs Ambassadors (top) and New Student and Family Programs professional staff (above) are here to serve you during your transition as a new student.

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ACADEMIC TIPS FROM CURRENT STUDENTS • Print out the syllabus before your first class if it’s available on Blackboard • Do extra credit • Don’t text/check social media sites during class • The Math-Science, Speech, and Writing Centers are awesome­—use them • Sit near the front of the room • Get enough sleep • Use the library and other resources • Check your Blackboard and UNO email often • Use Google Documents and Google Calendar to stay organized • Take a “College and Career Success” class • Know your professors and their office hours • Form study groups • Don’t cram the night before an exam —study in advance • Use a planner

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THE KEYS TO SUCCESS STUDENT SUCCESS

GET INVOLVED

Please call if you need help. We can assist with solving problems that are affecting your ability to be successful at UNO.

Civic and Social Responsibility | 402.554.4083

Success Hotline | 402.554.4455

GENERAL CONTACTS Academic and Career Development Center | 402.554.3672 Bookstore | 402.554.2336 Criss Library | 402.554.3206

Student Activities | 402.554.2711

PUBLIC SAFETY Emergency | 402.554.2911 Non-Emergency | 402.554.2648

HOUSING

Information Desk | 402.554.2800

Maverick Village | 402.554.4000

Financial Support and Scholarships* | 402.554.2327

Scott Housing | 402.778.6541

New Student and Family Programs | 402.554.2677

University Village | 402.554.6600

University Registrar* | 402.554.2314 Undergraduate Admissions | 402.554.2393 UNO Help Desk (Technology Assistance) | 402.554.4357 * Families cannot call and ask for information regarding their student’s academic records unless they have the student’s written permission. Release forms can be found online at registrar.unomaha.edu.

GET CONNECTED University of Nebraska at Omaha | unomaha.edu | facebook.com/unomaha | twitter.com/unomaha | pinterest.com/unomavericks

WELLNESS CENTER Campus Circulation Desk | 402.554.2539

| youtube.com/user/unomavtv Orientation

Counseling Services | 402.554.2409

| facebook.com/unorientation

Health Services | 402.554.2374

| twitter.com/unorientation | instagram.com/unorientation

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SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICERS (SRO) UNO’s School Resource Officers (SRO’s) work with Public Safety to help provide a safe environment while being a resource to students. This position focuses on crime prevention and is available for consultation in a variety of areas like emergency response, counseling, and law enforcement. Our SRO’s will be wearing their Omaha Police Department uniforms. When you see them around campus, feel free to introduce yourself.

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OUR COMMITMENT TO STUDENT SAFET Y studentsafety.unomaha.edu

Student safety is important to UNO, so we try to make it easy. Check out the different support services UNO has in place to ensure your safety and success while you’re on campus.

PUBLIC SAFETY

BEHAVIORAL REVIEW TEAM

unomaha.edu/security 402.554.2648 100 Eppley Administration Building (EAB)

The university’s Behavioral Review Team (BRT) is the coordinating hub for a network of existing resources for prevention and early intervention of campus situations. These situations can sometimes involve students experiencing distress or engaging in harmful or disruptive behaviors. In support of UNO students, the BRT develops intervention and support strategies, offers case coordination, regularly reviews incidents, and recommends actions that can take care of the situation. The BRT exists to make sure that UNO and its students are not only safe, but also thriving on campus.

Services offered • 24/7 security patrols • Safety escorts and safety checks • Lost and found • Emergency text messages • Fingerprinting services • Engraving your property

BLUE LIGHT EMERGENCY PHONES Blue light emergency phones are located all across campus. Use the phone to report emergencies or to contact Public Safety for other assistance.

U-TIP FOR ANONYMOUS TEXT MESSAGING Have an anonymous tip? Use U-Tip to report suspicious activities or individuals on campus. The message will be sent directly to Public Safety and appropriate action will be taken. Send a message to 50911, and include UNO911 followed by your message.

TEXT MESSAGE ALERTS UNO has an emergency alert messaging system to keep students informed on the latest updates.

Messages are delivered in a variety of ways from overhead pages, PC alerts, and email to social media and text messages. UNO uses text messaging to reach students wherever they are when alerts are sent. This service is free for UNO students. Students are automatically enrolled in this program.

SPEAK UP Remember, we’re here to listen. If you have experienced or believe you have experienced discrimination, harassment, sexual harassment, sexual assault, and/or sexual violence, you have resources and reporting options. If an incident occurs to you or you know of an incident that has occurred, please contact one of these individuals who are always ready to assist you.

Title IX Officer Charlotte Russell crussell@unomaha.edu 207B Eppley Administration Building (EAB) 402.554.3490 Conduct and Community Standards Phil Covington pcovington@unomaha.edu 209 Welcome Center 402.554.3537 Public Safety 100 Eppley Administration Building (EAB) 402.554.2648 Counseling Services HPER Building, 1st Floor 402.554.2409

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CASHIERING & STUDENT ACCOUNTS cashiering.unomaha.edu csa@unomaha.edu 402.554.2324

TUITION DUE DATES

MANDATORY FEES

For the fall and spring semesters, the full payment of tuition and fees is due September 23rd and February 23rd respectively. For the summer term, full payment will be due May 23rd. Tuition for the fall, spring, and summer semesters are due in full on the due date. Installment payments are not offered.

Mandatory fees include the UPF–Flat fee, UPF Per Credit Hour fee, Technology fee, Enrollment Services fee, Library fee, Cultural Enrichment fee, Student Research fee, and the ID Card fee. Distance education students are not subject to certain fees associated with on-campus courses, but are subject to Distance Education fees. The revenue collected from these fees covers costs of providing student services and maintaining facilities.

Please be aware that statements are generated via E-Bill and published on MavLINK. A billing notification is sent to your UNO email account.

Billing statements are generated on the last day of each month and are due on the 23rd of the following month. Unpaid billing statements may be subject to late payment fee assessment.

To get a full description of the different student fees, visit cashiering.unomaha.edu.

ECHECK PAYMENT OPTION

2. No possibility of bills being lost in the mail.

Instead of using a debit card that may have a transaction limit, you can pay your account by eCheck. You can simply provide your routing and bank account numbers and have your payment securely drafted directly from your bank account.

3. No sensitive data in print format going through the mail.

BOOKSTORE CHARGES

BENEFITS OF E-BILLS 1. No delay of mail time in receiving your bill.

4. E-Bills help save the environment with reduced paper usage and paper waste.

5. E-Bill statements in MavLINK allow you to print additional copies at anytime.

6. Prior E-Bill statements for the academic year will be available in an archived listing allowing you to look at and reprint prior statements.

7. E-Bills help the university to hold the line on costs.

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You are eligible to make UNO Bookstore purchases of up to $1,500.00 per semester and charge them to your student account. This includes books, supplies, and other items. Simply ask for this payment option at the cashier station when making a purchase.

All charges posted to your student account are subject to the same billing terms as your tuition and fees account.

ONLINE PARKING PERMITS

LATE PAYMENT FEES

You are eligible to charge your parking permit purchase to your student account and have it billed in the same manner as your tuition and student fees. Permits must be purchased online at unomaha.edu/parking.

Each unpaid billing is subject to late payment fees. A maximum of four late payment fees can be assessed during a single semester. If you have not received your billing statement within five working days of the billing date, please contact the Cashiering and Student Accounts Office.

FINANCIAL AID DISBURSEMENT Financial Aid generally posts one week before the start of the semester. If you make purchases and would like them to be paid by your financial aid, the charges must be applied prior to your aid posting.

Purchases generally take one business day to post to your student account so please plan accordingly.

Parking permits cannot be paid with federal financial aid without your consent. If you would like your parking permit to be paid with your financial aid, please select the option to authorize the university “to apply your Title IV financial aid to all charges appearing on your student account� when accepting your financial aid via MavLINK. If you did not do so when you accepted your aid, you can change this option any time prior to your aid posting.

Balances that remain outstanding beyond the second due date will result in the placement of a hold on the account. This hold will prevent future registration and receipt of transcripts. In addition, graduation and receipt of diploma may be held and check-cashing privileges will be revoked until the balance is paid in full.

Late Payment Fee Amounts Balances $400.00 and under: $25.00 Balances $400.01 and over: $50.00

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FINANCIAL SUPPORT & SCHOLARSHIPS financialaid.unomaha.edu

UNO believes you should have as much information as possible in order to make the best decisions about your finances. The resources listed below were created to help you figure out how much your education will cost and how financial aid may help offset those costs.

2015–16 COST OF ATTENDANCE The cost of attendance is the estimated full and reasonable cost of completing an academic year as a full-time student and includes tuition and fees, room and board, books and supplies, and other expenses including personal expenses and transportation.

These estimates are conservative by design, and in no way attempt to reflect differences in actual costs incurred by students with differing lifestyle choices.

NET PRICE CALCULATOR Use the Net Price Calculator to get an approximate idea of what your total UNO costs will be including tuition, books, room and board, and more. https://ebruno.unomaha.edu/net-price-calculator

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ADDITIONAL FINANCIAL AID RESOURCES • Financial Aid Calculators finaid.org/calculators Figure out how much school will cost, how much money to save, and how much aid you’ll need.

• Scholarship Search Engine fastweb.com An online resource for paying and preparing for college, filled with financial aid tips, advice on college life, and job and internship information.

• The College Board bigfuture.collegeboard.org Provides students with a path to college opportunities, including financial support and scholarships.

• Federal Student Aid Publications studentaid.ed.gov Information on federal student aid such as grants, loans, and work-study funds for college.

• EducationQuest Foundation educationquest.org Free college planning services, outreach services, need-based scholarship programs, and college access grants.

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MAVCARD SERVICES mavcard.com Milo Bail Student Center, 2nd Floor

The MavCARD may look simple, but it’s a pretty important card that you should always keep tucked in your wallet.

It’s your ID card, library card, HPER (Wellness Center) access card, debit card, ticket to Maverick athletic events, and more. Add funds to your card as MavMONEY and spend it at any of these on- or off-campus locations: 1. The UNO Bookstore (textbooks, MavGEAR, and more).

2. The Milo Bail Student Center (MBSC) Food Court, the MavREC Café, the Library Café, and the MBSC Convenience Store (get 15% off your purchase at each of these locations).

3. Vending Machines, printing in the computer labs, Parking Services, Health Services, Information Services, Mail Services, and Pacific Campus Housing laundry.

4. Jason’s Deli, Godfather’s, CVS Pharmacy, Jones Brothers Cupcakes, Lighthouse Pizza, Petrow’s Restaurant, and more.

A full list of off-campus businesses is available at mavcard.com.

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ADDING MavMONEY TO YOUR MavCARD MavMONEY is a convenient and safe way for you to pay for the things you need. The easiest ways to add money to your MavCARD are online at mavcard.com, in the MavCARD Services office on the 2nd floor of the MBSC, or by using the free mobile app, “MavCARD Mobile,” available for iPhone and Android.

THE FAMILY EDUCATION RIGHTS AND PRIVACY ACT The Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) designated to protect the privacy of student education records.

What information can be released under FERPA?

What information can’t be released under FERPA?

There is some student information, known as “directory information,” that can be released without your written permission.

• Student’s Name

FERPA governs the release of and access to education records. The following information is non-directory information and cannot be released without your written permission.

• Local Address

• Date of Birth

Students have the right to:

• Permanent Address

• Academic Standing

• Inspect and review their education records.

• Telephone Listings

• Entrance Exam Results

• Year at the University

• Class Schedule/Roster

• Request to amend their education records.

• Dates of Attendance

• Social Security Number

• Academic College and Major Field of Study

• Grades

Who is affected by FERPA? Students who are currently enrolled at UNO and former students. When a student reaches the age of 18 or begins attending a postsecondary institution regardless of age, FERPA rights transfer to the student.

What rights do students have under FERPA?

• Limit disclosure of “personally identifiable information.”

• File a complaint with the Department of Education concerning alleged failure by the university to comply with FERPA. • Consider this directory information confidential.

Colleges can disclose personally identifiable information if: • The college has written permission from the student.

• The information is considered “directory information.”

• A school official has legitimate educational interest.

• Enrollment Status (e.g., undergraduate or graduate; full-time or part-time)

• Age • Transcript • Gender

• Participation in Officially Recognized Activities and Sports

• Citizenship

• Degrees, Honors and Awards Received

• Parent Address(es)

• Most Recent Educational Agency or Institution Attended

• Country of Origin

• Student Identification Number • Race/Ethnicity • Semester Grade Point Average • Cumulative Grade Point Average • Student Account Information • Financial Aid Information

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ACHIEVEMENT Achievement at UNO means preparing you for success during your college experience and beyond.

It involves creating learning and working environments that encourage you to reach your potential and discover your unique purpose. Each aspect of achievement helps you develop the essential skills you need to excel in your chosen profession and to be an active, engaged, and inclusive citizen of the world.

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FALL 2015 ACADEMIC CALENDAR August 1 Deadline for submitting an application for admission to an undergraduate college for fall 2015.

September 7 Labor Day (Student and Staff Holiday) University closed

August 24 Fall semester begins.

September 8 Classes resume at 6:00 A.M.

August 30 Last day before 12:00 midnight to drop a course via MavLINK from the “General” session and receive a 100% refund. To register for a course in the “General” session after this date, a student must have a permission number and register via MavLINK. This is also the last day to add a course in the “General” session for “audit.” Audit must be done in person at the Office of the University Registrar, 105 EAB.

September 13 Last day before 12:00 midnight to withdraw via MavLINK from a “General” session course with a grade of “W” and receive a 50% refund. This is also the last day in the “General” session to change to “CR/NC” option in a course. CR/NC option must be done in person at the Office of the University Registrar, 105 EAB.

September 6 Last day before 12:00 midnight to withdraw via MavLINK from a “General” session course with a grade of “W” and receive a 75% refund.

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September 20 Last day before 12:00 midnight to withdraw via MavLINK from a “General” session course with a grade of “W” and receive a 25% refund.

October 19–20 Semester Break (Student Holiday) No classes | UNO offices open

November 26–29 Thanksgiving Vacation (Student and Staff Holiday) University closed

October 21 Classes resume at 6:00 A.M.

November 30 Classes resume at 6:00 A.M.

October 23 Last day for filing applications for degrees to be conferred in December 2015.

December 07–12 Prep Week

November 6 Last day before 12:00 midnight to withdraw from a “General” session course with a grade of “W” via MavLINK. This is also the last day to change a course to “Audit” and change from “CR/NC” to grade registration in a course.

November 25 Student Holiday No classes | UNO offices open

December 12 Last day of fall semester classes.

December 13–18 Finals December 18 Winter Commencement December 24–January 04 Holiday Close Down (Student and Staff Holiday) University closed

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SPRING 2016 ACADEMIC CALENDAR December 1 Deadline for submitting an application for admission to an undergraduate college for spring 2016.

January 11 Spring semester begins.

January 17 Last day before 12:00 midnight to drop a course via MavLINK from the “General” session and receive a 100% refund. To register for a course in the “General” session after this date, a student must have a permission number and register via MavLINK. This is also the last day to add a course in the “General” session for Audit. Audit must be done in person at the Office of the University Registrar, 105 EAB. January 18 Martin Luther King Day (Student and Staff Holiday) University closed

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January 19 Classes resume at 6:00 A.M. January 24 Last day before 12:00 midnight to withdraw via MavLINK from a “General” session course with a grade of “W” and receive a 75% refund.

January 31 Last day before 12:00 midnight to withdraw from a “General” session course with a grade of “W” and receive a 50% refund via MavLINK. This is also the last day in the “General” session to change to “CR/NC” option in a course. CR/NC option must be done in person at the Office of the University Registrar, 105 EAB. February 07 Last day before 12:00 midnight to withdraw via MavLINK from a “General” session course with a grade of “W” and receive a 25% refund.

March 11 Last day for filing applications for degrees to be conferred in May 2016.

March 20–27 Spring Vacation (Student Holiday) No classes | UNO offices open March 28 Classes resume at 6:00 A.M. April 1 Last day before 12:00 midnight to withdraw via MavLINK from a “General” session course with a grade of “W.” This is also the last day to change a course to “Audit” and change from “CR/NC” to grade registration in a course.

SUMMER ACADEMIC CALENDAR Summer courses at UNO are offered during the summer session, which is divided into five individual sessions. Taking classes over the summer session is a great way to maintain pace on the road to graduating in four to six years. For more information on the summer session academic calendar please visit: unomaha.edu/registrar/academic-calendar.php.

April 24–30 Prep Week April 30 Last day of spring semester classes.

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ACADEMIC COLLEGES COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES

COLLEGE OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

• Bioinformatics

Business Administration Concentrations

• Biology

• Accounting

• Biotechnology

• Banking and Financial Markets

• Black Studies

• Business Finance

• Chemistry

• Investment Science and Portfolio Management

• Economics • English • Environmental Studies • Foreign Language and Literature • Geography

• Real Estate and Land Use Economics • Economics • Management • Marketing

• Geology • History • Interdisciplinary Studies • International Studies • Latino/Latin American Studies • Mathematics • Neuroscience • Philosophy • Physics • Political Science • Psychology • Religious Studies • Sociology and Anthropology • Women’s and Gender Studies

COLLEGE OF COMMUNICATION, FINE ARTS AND MEDIA • Art History • Communication Studies • Creative Writing • Journalism and Media Communications • Music • Music Education (K-12) • Music Performance • Studio Art • Theatre

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COLLEGE OF INFORMATION SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY • Computer Science • Management Information Systems • Bioinformatics • IT Innovation

COLLEGE OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS AND COMMUNITY SERVICE • Aviation • Criminology and Criminal Justice • Emergency Management • Gerontology • General Studies • Social Work

UNO/UNL JOINT PROGRAMS COLLEGE OF EDUCATION • Athletic Training • Elementary Education • Elementary Education, Special Education

• Agriculture • Architectural Engineering • Civil Engineering • Computer Engineering • Construction Engineering

• Library Science

• Construction Management

• Physical Education

• Electronics Engineering

• Public Health • Recreation and Leisure Studies • Secondary Education • Secondary Education, Special Education • Speech-Language Pathology

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ACADEMIC ADVISING Aviation Institute | 402.554.3424 Art and Art History | 402.554.2420 College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) | 402.554.2458 College of Business Administration (CBA) | 402.554.3419 College of Communications, Fine Arts and Media (CFAM) | 402.554.3857 College of Education (COE) | 402.554.2717 College of Information Science & Technology (IS&T) | 402.554.3819 College of Public Affairs and Community Service (CPACS) | 402.554.2276 Criminal Justice | 402.554.3193 Division of Continuing Studies (DCS) | 402.554.2370 Gerontology | 402.554.2272 Health, Physical Education and Recreation (HPER) | 402.554.3245 International Studies and Programs | 402.554.2293 Music | 402.554.3609 Public Administration | 402.554.2625 Social Work | 402.554.2791 Theater | 402.554.3630 Urban Studies | 402.554.2625 University Division and Non-Degree (ACDC) | 402.554.3672 UNL College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources | 402.554.3752 UNL College of Architecture | 402.554.2934 UNL College of Engineering | 402.554.3276

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ROCK YOUR FIRST YEAR WITH ACDC acdc.unomaha.edu | 402.554.3672 115 Eppley Administration Building (EAB)

DON’T JEOPARDIZE YOUR ACADEMIC CAREER. The University of Nebraska at Omaha takes every possible measure to make sure you have the tools and resources you need to achieve.

UNO expects students to maintain standards of personal integrity that are in accordance with the goals of the institution.

As Mavericks, students are expected to assume responsibility for their actions; observe national, state, and local laws and university policies; and respect the rights and property of others.

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The Academic and Career Development Center (ACDC) helps students reach academic and career success with resources and services for academic and career exploration. ACDC also provides academic advising for undeclared majors in the University Division with less than 36 credit hours and for non-degree students.

COLLEGE & CAREER SUCCESS (US 1010) Are you interested in making sure you know the best ways to get connected at UNO? Do you want to boost your study habits to meet the demands of college classes? Are you interested in career exploration and learning more about your areas of academic interest? Would you like to get connected with caring faculty and other first year students?

Enroll in US 1010 “College and Career Success” to achieve these goals and more. This two-credit hour, graded course is designed to enhance your first year experience at UNO and to give you the opportunity to build connections across campus. Delivered as a hybrid class, students will meet once a week for 12 weeks while completing supplemental college success activities online. Questions? Contact ACDC for more information.

UNDECIDED MAJORS So you’re undecided on a major? That’s good news!

UNIVERSITY DIVISION University Division students work with their ACDC advisor to strive for academic success by: •

Determining personal, career, and academic goals.

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Exploring majors and courses of interest to find the right fit.

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Working to find a balance between education, work, family, and activities.

To make an appointment with your advisor, please visit the MavTRACK website (mavtrack.unomaha.edu) or call 402.554.3672. MavTRACK is an online system that allows students to make appointments with their academic advisors.

It is great to be undeclared at UNO. ACDC is an integrated academic and career advising office that is dedicated to advising undeclared students and helping them choose a major they love before the completion of 36 credit hours. For more helpful resources and information, visit the ACDC website.

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GENERAL EDUCATION CURRICULUM FUNCTIONS OF A LIBERAL ARTS EDUCATION The goal of a liberal arts education is to give you a breadth of knowledge and help you develop into a well-rounded student. A liberal arts education serves three functions: 1. Teaches you how to think.

2. Teaches you how to learn.

3. Develops your creativity.

All degree programs require 120 credit hours.

1. GENERAL EDUCATION CURRICULUM These are universal requirements of all undergraduate students at UNO, regardless of major.

The requirements are: Fundamental Academic Competencies (15 hours) Composition (6 hours) Writing in the Disciplines (3 hours) Mathematics (3 hours) Oral Communication (3 hours) Distribution Requirements (25 hours) Hours must be from at least two disciplines in each category.

Humanities/Fine Arts (9 hours} Social Sciences (9 hours) Natural Sciences (7 hours with at least one lab) Diversity (6 hours) Diversity courses may be taken within the distribution requirements, the major, minor, or as other electives.

Diversity–Global (3 hours) Diversity–US (3 hours)

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2. COLLEGE REQUIREMENTS These are the requirements that are established by your college.

3. MAJOR REQUIREMENTS These are the requirements that are required by your chosen major.

4. ELECTIVES These are optional courses that you pick to compliment your education. College, major, and elective requirements vary.

Your advisor can provide you with the specific requirements for your degree.

THE UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA SYSTEM FOUR-YEAR GRADUATION GUARANTEE The four-year guarantee for graduation relies on mutual commitment from the student to follow a list of practical guidelines while attending college and from the university to ensure that required courses or acceptable alternatives are available.

It’s important that students have appropriate high school preparation, pursue a course of study that can be completed in four years, and follow these practices: • Select a major early in college and stick with it.

• Work with your academic advisors to develop a four-year plan.

• Sign up early for classes during every semester.

• Register for and complete 15–18 credit hours per semester with passing grades.

• If you must work, work at a job or internship fewer than 20 hours per week.

• When a required course is not available, notify the department chair as soon as you can.

In turn, the university guarantees students will be able to enroll in courses that permit graduation in four years. If that’s not possible, the university will provide mutually acceptable alternatives or substitutions.

Of course, not all students are in a position to graduate in four years.

Some students may need or prefer to work more hours and attend school part-time, or they may be enrolled in a program that requires more than four years to complete the course work. Others may just choose a different pace or the opportunity to take a wider range of courses that are not directly related to their field of study. This program is designed for those who want to complete their degree program as quickly as possible.

The Four-Year Graduation Guarantee was approved by the University of Nebraska Board of Regents in 2002. The program recognizes the importance of Nebraska undergraduate students being able to earn their bachelor’s or first-professional degrees in a timely fashion.

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THE UNO CRISS LIBRARY library.unomaha.edu | 402.554.3206

THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE UNO CRISS LIBRARY 1. Headphones and CDs can be checked out for up to four hours while you spend time in the library.

2. The library has a collection of more than 400 movies and TV shows on DVD that can be enjoyed at the library or at home.

3. Digital cameras, flip cams, Sony HD camcorders, and digital audio recorders can all be checked out.

4. Laptops ranging from Dell PC laptops to Apple MacBook Pros can be used in the library for up to three hours. Each laptop comes with a carrying case and charger. iPads are also available, and Kindles can be checked out for up to two weeks making more than 3,000 books available at your fingertips.

5. The Library Café, located on the second floor, has great snacks and drinks to boost your energy while studying.

6. Talk all you want with your study group on the first and second floor. The third floor is a quiet study area, talking and cell phones are not allowed.

7. Reserve one of 15 group study rooms with 52–inch monitors and a computer that are great for meetings and study groups for up to three hours.

8. The Theater Room is available to all UNO students, faculty, and staff and is designed for viewing media for academic, as well as leisure purposes. It comes with eight comfy chairs, a Blu-ray player, iPod docking station, PC, and a 110–inch screen. It fits 16 people and can be reserved for up to four hours.

9. There are 53 computer workstations for students available on the first floor of the library. 24 computer workstations for students and 16 public computer workstations are available on the second floor.

FALL/SPRING HOURS Monday–Thursday: 7 A.M.–12 A.M. Friday: 7 A.M.–5 P.M. Saturday: 9 A.M.–5 P.M. Sunday: 12 P.M.–12 A.M. SUMMER HOURS Monday–Thursday: 7 A.M.–9 P.M. Friday: 7 A.M.–5 P.M. Saturday: 12 P.M.–5 P.M. Sunday: 12 P.M.–9 P.M.

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K ANEKO-UNO LIBRARY

CREATIVE PRODUCTION LAB library.unomaha.edu/services/cpl.php 402.554.2542 | Main floor Criss Library The UNO Creative Production Lab is a one-stop shop for students and community members to bring their imagination to life. The lab features everything from a 3-D printer and 3-D laser cutter to top-of-the-line video and audio editing software, as well as a poster-size scanner and printer, graphic design software, and equipment including HD camcorders and wireless microphones.

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library.unomaha.edu/kaneko 402.932.3486 1111 Jones Street Omaha, NE 68102 Located in the Old Market, KANEKO-UNO Library is a space that offers students access to resources and materials that are hard to find in their day-to-day environments. At KANEKO-UNO Library, the attention is focused on stimulating creativity. They seek to inspire students to expand their awareness and knowledge within an atmosphere of flexible learning.

The KANEKO-UNO Library has unique print resources, modern technology, wonderful study areas, free coffee and tea, and a creative atmosphere.

THE UNO BOOKSTORE bookstore.unomaha.edu 402.554.2336 1st Floor Milo Bail Student Center (MBSC)

The UNO Bookstore is a great place to pick up your books, supplies, and school spirit gear necessary for a full college experience. The UNO Bookstore carries a wide range of items including: • Textbooks and supplemental materials The UNO Bookstore carries the exact books the professor requires for your classes. Textbooks can be purchased new or used, and lots of textbooks can now be rented for even more savings. If there is ever an issue, the bookstore staff is there for hassle-free returns or exchanges with receipt. See website for full return policy • Tons of MavGEAR • School spirit gear and gifts to ramp up your #MavSPIRIT • High-quality school and art supplies • Student-priced software • Graduation supplies, announcements, and tassels

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NAVIGATING ONLINE MAVERICK WEEKLY The Maverick Weekly is a digital publication that provides UNO news and information for students. You’ll receive The Weekly through your UNO email account every Monday. You can also find the publication online at unomaha.edu/news/maverick-weekly.

THE BULLSEYE The Bullseye is your guide to a successful student life. It is a digital publication that shares information on the different services and experiences UNO has to offer, as well as upcoming events going on at UNO and in the community. You’ll receive The Bullseye through your UNO email account twice a semester.

If you ever have an event or information you’d like to share with your fellow Mavericks, send an email to maverickweekly@unomaha.edu or unobullseye@unomaha.edu.

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Navigating online can be confusing. UNO created my.unomaha.edu to make things a little easier.

By providing links to Blackboard, MavLINK, Box, gMAV, and so much more, my.unomaha.edu is the best place to start navigating your online UNO experience.

THE BASICS NetID and Password Your NetID is a combination of letters using your first and last name.

Both your NetID and your password are set up during Orientation.

NUID and Password Your NUID is a unique 8-digit number assigned to you during the admissions process. The password for your NUID was created when you applied to the university.

BLACKBOARD blackboard.unomaha.edu Net ID and Password Login

MAVLINK mavlink.nebraska.edu NUID and Password Login

What you use it for:

What you use it for:

• Online classroom used to share syllabi and PowerPoint lectures.

Home Screen

• Obtain online assignments and class readings.

• View class roster and send class emails.

• View grades.

• View class announcements such as cancellations and upcoming exams.

GMAV gmav.unomaha.edu Net ID and Password Login What you use it for: • Campus email account—every UNO student is in the directory.

• Organize mail with labels and add unique themes and folders.

• Chat with other online users.

• Organize yourself with Google Calendar.

• Share assignments with Google Documents.

MAVSYNC mavsync.unomaha.edu Net ID and Password Login

• Under the Enrollment tab, you can view your current class schedule as well as navigate to class search, enroll, swap, drop, or add classes.

• Under the Messages tab, holds and to-dos will be listed as well as registration dates and times.

• Under the Finances tab, you can view and accept/decline financial aid and scholarships, view your tuition balance, and make payments.

• Under the Records tab, you can find your personal information as well as program of study. From this tab you can also view your grades and request transcripts.

DegreeWorks • Allows you to view your current progress toward your degree.

• Shows all courses taken or in progress and courses still needed to complete your degree.

• Tutorials are available to help students become familiar with the MavLINK system.

If you need assistance navigating online, call the UNO Help Desk at 402.554.4357.

What you use it for: • Campus hub for organizations—every UNO student has a profile.

• Find, join, and follow organizations to keep up with the latest opportunities for involvement.

• Update organization members and the UNO community on upcoming events.

• Identify volunteer opportunities and log service hours.

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ACADEMIC CENTERS LANGUAGE LEARNING CENTER (SCOLA) library.unomaha.edu/research/scola.php Criss Library The Language Learning Center is a unique language learning center featuring live SCOLA programming from around the world. SCOLA is a nonprofit educational organization that receives and re-transmits television programming from around the world in native languages.

The SCOLA broadcasts are available on the 2nd floor of the library.

MATH-SCIENCE LEARNING CENTER unomaha.edu/mslc | 402.554.3534 107 Durham Science Center Get assistance with academic challenges in math and science through the Math-Science Learning Center. Services include: tutors, supplemental instruction leaders, and study group facilitators. The center offers various study spots, tutorial computers, and study material.

HOURS Monday–Thursday: 8:30 A.M.–5:30 P.M. Friday: 8:30 A.M.–12 P.M.

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WRITING CENTERS unomaha.edu/writingcenter 402.554.2946 Various Locations

SPEECH CENTER unomaha.edu/speechcenter 402.554.3201 185 Arts and Sciences Hall

Services include: choosing a topic, generating and focusing ideas, enhancing your writing style, handling technical details of the document (grammar, format, etc.), understanding different forms of writing, and helping you become a more confident writer.

Services include: consultation on organization; ceremonial speaking; PowerPoint and group presentations; coaching on verbal and nonverbal communication; audience connection; memorable conclusions; expression; feedback on movement, gestures, eye contact, visual aids, and audience adaptation.

The staff assists with written assignments, application essays, business letters, and other projects. Staff does not write or edit work, but helps you develop skills to enhance your writing and editing abilities.

HOURS 105 Arts and Science Hall Monday–Thursday: 9 A.M.–6 P.M. Friday: 9 A.M.–12 P.M.

To be prepared for your appointment, students should consider bringing: notes, outlines, presentation materials, evaluations, and DVDs for recording purposes.

Please call to make an appointment.

134K Mammel Hall Monday–Thursday: 11 A.M.–2 P.M. Library Satellite on the 2nd floor Monday–Thursday: 1 P.M.–4 P.M. Saturday–Sunday: 1 P.M.–4 P.M. No appointment necessary.

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INCLUSION UNO is dedicated to developing an inclusive environment on campus and empowering students to attain their educational and professional goals. Collaborative efforts within the university and the Omaha community help ensure an inclusive environment where shared understanding is facilitated, knowledge is expanded, and appreciation for varied perspectives is cultivated.

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THE OFFICE OF MILITARY & VETERAN SERVICES

military.unomaha.edu | unovets@unomaha.edu 108 EAB | 402.554.2349 The Office of Military and Veteran Services exists to foster and encourage a military community on campus, online, and overseas. This office supports UNO’s military community by providing military and veteran students with resources and services developed to help them succeed.

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OFFICE SERVICES • Advising on and processing of all veterans’ benefits.

• Tutoring on difficult courses.

• VA work study program.

• Active duty and Guard/Reserve tuition assistance.

• Faculty advisors to the Veteran Student Organization.

• One-stop office for any and all questions about UNO. • Assurance of a smooth administration of benefits and education.

RESOURCES • Full service computer lounge including free printing, scanning, and faxing • Coffee bar • Quiet study area

MILITARY AND VETERAN STUDENT TRAINED STAFF AND FACULTY The Office of Military and Veteran Services trains UNO faculty and staff every semester on the unique learning situations of military and veteran students. This training familiarizes faculty and staff with common military terms and the paperwork students may submit when working with the university in applying for benefits that can be very helpful when working with your advisor.

THE VETERAN STUDENT ORGANIZATION (VSO) The VSO is a social organization that provides a support network of military and veteran students. VSO hosts a variety of networking, community service, academic, and career opportunities to the UNO veteran community.

The VSO is a registered chapter of the Student Veterans of America, a national veteran advocacy group and has built relationships with the Veterans in Business Forum, Team Red, White, and Blue, the Veterans of Foreign Wars, and other Veteran and Student Organizations in the metro area.

Interested in joining? Any military veteran, national guard, reservist or dependent of a military veteran who is a current student of UNO can join. Check out the latest VSO events and updates on MavSYNC.

MILITARY TIMES BEST FOR VETS: #1 IN THE NATION The University of Nebraska at Omaha was named the #1 four-year institution in the nation. This Best for Vets distinction comes from Military Times Magazine, which ranks the friendliness towards military and veterans students by instituting ways to make earning a degree more affordable and less frustrating.

VET SUCCESS ON CAMPUS This office also employs a full time VA employee, who is available as a counselor and member of the VA’s Vet Success on Campus (VSOC) program. The VSOC counselor assists with all aspects of the Department of Veterans’ Affairs, from compensation and pension, disability claims, Vocational Rehabilitation, and access to the VA Omaha hospital or other community resources.

MILITARY TIMES BEST FOR VETS BUSINESS SCHOOL: #1 IN THE NATION The University of Nebraska at Omaha is ranked as the #1 Best Business School for Vets in the nation. This Best for Vets distinction comes from Military Times Magazine, which ranks the friendliness towards military and veterans students in business schools based primarily on university culture and student support.

With UNO’s dedication to community engagement and an office committed to the wellbeing of veterans, we are recognized in supporting a strong transition to a civilian career in business.

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HOW TO REQUEST ACCOMMODATIONS Once you are enrolled at UNO, requesting accommodations can be done in three easy steps:

THE OFFICE OF DISABILIT Y SERVICES disabilityservices.unomaha.edu unodisability@unomaha.edu 111 MBSC | 402.554.2872

The Office of Disability Services was created to assist students with disabilities. This office supports students with disabilities in all areas of campus including academics, extracurricular activities, and housing. Services include extra testing time, secluded test taking areas, accessible texts, note-takers, roommate selection accommodations, accessible shuttle transportation, and so much more.

Many students don’t realize they qualify for services.

Even temporary disability issues such as surgeries or car accidents can qualify students for additional help. Remember, it doesn’t hurt to check.

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1. Start Early To ensure that the necessary accommodations are in place before classes begin; we encourage students to begin the registration process as early as possible.

2. Request Documentation of Disability UNO has established documentation guidelines to describe what information the university needs in order to make disability and accommodation determinations.

3. Set up an Accommodation Interview Once your documentation is received, an appointment to meet with the staff will be made to discuss the accommodation request.

At this time, students will learn about departmental policies and procedures. Following the meeting, students will receive a letter confirming their registration and approved accommodation.

If you think you need additional help, don’t be afraid to email the office. You’ll find that they are always willing to help.

GENDER & SEXUALIT Y RESOURCE CENTER Jessi Hitchins, Director | jhitchins@unomaha.edu 212 Welcome Center | 402.554.2890 In the 2015-16 academic year, UNO will be opening the doors to the Gender and Sexuality Resource Center.

The goal of this center is to serve the needs of the UNO campus as well as committing to the community engagement mission of the university by serving as the foundation for sexuality and gender services and programs throughout the campus, city, and state.

The Gender and Sexuality Resource Center welcomes and encourages people of all genders and sexualities to participate in the center’s offerings. This consciousness-raising, safe space cultivates an environment of educating, advocating, and activating the local community towards equity and inclusion. The center provides collaborative support, access, resources, and training on gender and sexuality based needs which includes, but is not limited to, interpersonal and relationship violence, healthy relationships, bystander intervention, being an active ally, sexual and reproductive justice, pay equity, and much more.

SAFE SPACE Creating an environment of inclusion takes more than organizations and support groups. It takes individuals open to learning more about others and themselves and creating a positive and accepting environment.

A “safe space” is a place where students can not only find shelter from harassment, violence, or sexual abuse, but can also feel free to discuss ideas, questions, and concerns for themselves and for others.

GENDER-NEUTRAL RESTROOMS Provided on both Dodge and Pacific campus. These maps are available on studentsafety.unomaha.edu.

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THE OFFICE OF MULTICULTURAL AFFAIRS NATIVE AMERICAN SUPPORT The Office of Multicultural Affairs actively recruits promising Native American students to pursue a college education at UNO. They provide students with a supportive, caring space on campus in which students can feel comfortable discussing any challenges they face or the victories they achieve. Multicultural Affairs also connects students to the Native American community on campus, in Omaha, and surrounding reservations and invites community members to visit UNO’s campus and participate in events.

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mca.unomaha.edu | 402.554.2248 | 115 MBSC

The Office of Multicultural Affairs (MCA) is responsible for developing and maintaining programs and services to ensure the successful recruitment, retention, and graduation of underrepresented students on UNO’s campus. Through scholarship aid, academic services, and personal support, students are empowered to attain their educational and professional goals.

ACADEMIC WORKSHOP SERIES

STUDENT SERVICES

A workshop series for students discussing the topics of professional development, academic development, and personal growth.

• Academic Support: tutoring, advocacy, and advising

CULTURAL PROGRAMS Black History Month: February Latino Heritage Month: September/October Native Heritage Month: November Diversity Month: April MCA also sponsors three annual Native American events at UNO: the Wambili Sapa Memorial Pow Wow, UNO Native American Film Festival, and the Annual Native American Arts and Crafts Show. All Native American events on campus are free of charge.

SCHOLARSHIPS • The Davis/Chambers Scholarship

• Extended Office Hours: Tuesdays and Thursdays, MCA is open until 8 P.M. • Computer Lab and Printing: 14 computers available for student use • Midterm Follow-Up & After First Semester: support for new students in their first semesters at UNO • Welcome Breakfast: learn about MCA, interact with other students, and ask questions • How to Become a Successful Student: Luncheon for first–year students on success

MASTER SUCCESS A skills-based program designed to assist scholarship recipients in achieving their academic goals and prepare for a successful transition into the professional world. Master Success provides student-centered workshops designed to develop and maintain the skills and strategies necessary for the successful completion of a four-year degree.

• The Isaacson Incentive Scholarship

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INVOLVEMENT Getting involved is one of the most important things you can do while in college. Involvement on campus helps you meet new people, gain new experiences, and feel more connected to your university.​​UNO provides students with great opportunities to get involved in more than 150 student organizations, fraternities and sororities, a programming board, student government, and more.​

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STUDENT ACTIVITIES

studentactivities.unomaha.edu 402.554.2711 | Office of Student Activities, MBSC There are tons of ways to get involved at UNO. Joining organizations that complement your studies or appeal to your personal interests can enrich your college experience.

Organizations on campus are created to suit the diverse interests of students that range from sports to academics to art and self-expression and beyond. They are a great way to get involved, make new connections, and share a common interest with your peers. MavSYNC has pages full of information on each of UNO’s organizations.

If you look through the list and don’t see one that appeals to your unique interests, you can create your own. If you are interested in a certain organization or starting your own, head to the Office of Student Activities on the first floor of the MBSC for more information.

MAVSYNC mavsync.unomaha.edu

MavSYNC is UNO’s official hub for students, faculty, and staff to easily find information on involvement opportunities available to the UNO community.

With information on 150+ student organizations, 20+ campus departments, and various service opportunities in the Omaha community, MavSYNC is a great tool to use when you’re looking to get involved.

As students, you have the ability to track and record your involvement at UNO throughout your entire college experience.

You can also RSVP to events, join organizations, participate in campus-wide polls, vote in Homecoming and Student Government elections, and reflect on your experiences.

Student organizations and departments can also use MavSYNC to communicate internally among members and share information externally with the UNO community. To access MavSYNC, all you need is an internet connection and your NetID. It’s that easy.

MILO BAIL STUDENT CENTER RENOVATION The Milo Bail Student Center (MBSC) renovation began in 2015 and is scheduled for completion before the fall 2016 semester begins. To check out the floorplans for what your MBSC will look like after the renovation is completed, visit mbsc.unomaha.edu.

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FRATERNIT Y & SORORIT Y LIFE COMMITTED TO PHILANTHROPY Members of fraternities and sororities support their philanthropies financially, physically, and emotionally.

The time chapter members spend on philanthropic events is one of the many times that fraternity and sorority members have an opportunity to bond, while making a difference in the community. Some of the philanthropies associated with UNO chapters are Breast Cancer Awareness and Research, Autism Speaks, North American Food Bank, Boys and Girls Club, Alzheimer’s Research, and the Make-A-Wish Foundation.

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Fraternity and Sorority Life values academics, philanthropy, and service and is a great way to get involved on campus. Each chapter is unique in its traditions and members, and they all support UNO. With 19 chapters on campus, there is sure to be a good fit for you.

There are 19 recognized fraternities and sororities at UNO. Each are part of a governing council, which sets specific guidelines and policies for the groups that they govern. These councils are comprised of elected representatives from every organization for the purposes of guidance and unification among their members. There are four such councils on campus. For information on individual chapters or recruitment, email the recruitment contact specified by each council.

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MULTICULTURAL GREEK COUNCIL

COLLEGE PANHELLENIC COUNCIL

• Sigma Lambda Gamma (Sorority)

• Alpha Xi Delta (Sorority)

• Lambda Theta Nu (Sorority)

• Zeta Tau Alpha (Sorority)

• Sigma Lambda Beta (Fraternity)

• Sigma Kappa (Sorority)

Recruitment Contact: unofsl@unomaha.edu

• Chi Omega (Sorority) Recruitment Contact: unomahaphc@gmail.com

NATIONAL PAN-HELLENIC COUNCIL

INTER-FRATERNITY COUNCIL

• Alpha Kappa Alpha (Sorority)

• Pi Kappa Alpha (Fraternity)

• Delta Sigma Theta (Sorority)

• Sigma Phi Epsilon (Fraternity)

• Sigma Gamma Rho (Sorority)

• Theta Chi (Fraternity)

• Zeta Tau Alpha (Sorority)

• Lambda Chi Alpha (Fraternity)

• Alpha Phi Alpha (Fraternity)

Recruitment Contact: unofsl@unomaha.edu

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STUDENT GOVERNMENT

sguno.unomaha.edu | 402.554.2620

ATHLETIC SHUTTLES UNO’s Student Government (SG-UNO) encourages students to show their #MavSPIRIT, especially at athletic events. SG-UNO partners with Athletics to provide free shuttles to and from UNO Athletic events throughout the year. Keep an eye out for these free shuttles and don’t forget to wear your best “O” gear.

Find the dates and times for upcoming events at omavs.com.

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Student Government (SG-UNO) represents UNO students to administration, faculty, and staff, as well as the University of Nebraska Board of Regents and the community. They strive to lead, support, and make lasting, positive contributions to the student body.

SG-UNO supports many great programs on campus. The MavRIDE Program gives students a ride to and from classes on the Metro Area Transit buses. The Maverick Readership Program gives students access to the Omaha World Herald, USA Today, and the New York Times. The Athletic Shuttle Program takes students to and from off-campus sporting events.

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Student Government has five student agencies whose mission is to promote, educate, and serve our campus through programming, support, and advocacy services. These five agencies represent UNO’s diverse student populations on campus.

• American Multicultural Students • Gender and Sexual Orientation • International Student Service • Network for Disability Awareness • Women’s Resource Center Let your voice be heard because what you want from your university is important.

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STUDENT EMPLOYMENT unomaha.edu/humanresources CULTURAL ENRICHMENT FEE All students enrolled in on-campus courses are charged a Cultural Enrichment Fee of $5.00, which provides them with access to cultural events offered by the Theatre, Music, Art, and Writer’s Workshop departments at no additional charge. This gives students the opportunity to take advantage of the cultural experiences on campus and support UNO’s growing art community. The cultural enrichment fee is charged per semester and is non-refundable.

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There are many benefits to being a student employee. Student employees are given the chance to learn new skills that are not only used on the job, but are also beneficial for lifelong learning. By offering great professional development opportunities, UNO helps student employees translate their experiences to their resumes to support success after graduation.

UNO student employees can expect an experience that will prepare them for personal and professional excellence and lifelong success.

MAVERICK PRODUCTIONS mavpro.unomaha.edu

Concerts, comedians, great giveaways, and tons of interactive events are just some of what Maverick Productions (MavPro) offers to UNO students.

MavPro is the official student programming board at UNO that provides activities that are social, educational, entertaining, and recreational for all students.

This organization is comprised of approximately 30 dedicated students. Some of the most recent events Maverick Productions has sponsored are Pet a Puppy, Very Bear-y Valentine’s Day (free build-a-bear workshop), and MavPro Cinema.

Are you interested in all that Maverick Productions has to offer? Would you like to be a member of the programming board?

Awesome. Check them out on MavSYNC to sign up.

In addition to weekly programs and events, Maverick Productions also hosts a late night series known as Midnight Mojo. These events are some of the biggest and best events of the semester.

Midnight Mojo events are free to all UNO students with a valid MavCARD and are held once a month. Highlights of Midnight Mojo include Cosmic Bowling, The Amazing Pizza Machine, and The Last Hoorah carnival. All of these events provide students a free interactive choice for a late night activity that is alcohol free and comes with a bunch of free prizes and food.

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HOUSING & RESIDENTIAL LIFE housing.unomaha.edu | 402.554.6605 unohousing@unomaha.edu

OFF-CAMPUS HOUSING Living on campus may not be the best option for all students. Since only 14% of students live on-campus, UNO partners with third-party companies to provide quality resources for students, faculty, and staff who are looking for housing options and amenities near campus.

For more information, visit housing.unomaha.edu.

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On-campus housing enhances your college experience.

When you choose to call the UNO residence halls your home, there’s a greater opportunity for you to get involved, have more interaction with faculty and staff, and feel like you’re truly a part of the campus community.

For information on each of the buildings, applications, floor plans, and pricing for UNO Housing visit the housing website. Roommate and move-in information will be shared in early July.

DODGE CAMPUS LOCATION

LIVING LEARNING COMMUNITIES

MAVERICK VILLAGE Fall Move-In Dates: • Wednesday, August 19, 8 A.M.–5 P.M.

On-campus learning communities create opportunities for students to meet and interact with students who have similar interests and priorities. It also encourages overall academic success by providing programming and support to students. Maverick Village (MV) and University Village (UV), located on Dodge Campus, are the two facilities that offer the following learning communities:

• Saturday, August 22, 10 A.M.–1 P.M. UNIVERSITY VILLAGE Fall Move-In Dates: • Thursday, August 20, 8 A.M.–5 P.M. • Saturday, August 22, 1 P.M.–4 P.M.

• Service Living Community • Wellness Living Community • Global Living Community

PACIFIC CAMPUS LOCATION

• Thompson Learning Living Community

SCOTT COURT, SCOTT VILLAGE, AND SCOTT RESIDENCE HALL Fall Move-In Dates:

INVOLVEMENT

• Scott Court: Sunday, August 16, 9 A.M.–12 noon • Scott Village: Sunday, August 16, 1 P.M.–4 P.M. • Scott Residence Hall: Saturday, August 22, 10 A.M.–12 noon

University Village Residence Hall Council (UVRHC) and Maverick Village Residence Hall Council (MVRHC) meetings are open to all UV and MV students. Hall council meetings are for planning upcoming programs and events and discussing concerns students living on campus may have about their housing experience. These positions are a great way for students to add experience to their resume, develop leadership skills, and help build a community with other students.

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BECAUSE PLACE MATTERS:

WELCOME TO OMAHA Omaha provides a great learning and living atmosphere for UNO students. Within the city of Omaha, there are different neighborhoods each with unique personalities, which are home to numerous historical and cultural attractions. These areas surround UNO and offer great entertainment and dining options to check out in your free time.

OMAHA NEIGHBORHOODS

OMAHA METRO

OMAHA visitomaha.com

BENSON experiencebenson.com

AKSARBEN VILLAGE aksarbenvillage.com

MIDTOWN midtowncrossing.com

DUNDEE dundeemerchants.com

OLD MARKET oldmarket.com

Omaha Metro is the city’s mass transit bus system. Metro serves approximately 85% of the city with a total of 31 different routes. There are approximately 4,000 bus stops, six transit centers, and 98 passenger-waiting shelters in Omaha.

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For more information and a full route schedule, visit ometro.com.

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# MavSPIRIT

At UNO, #MavSPIRIT is more that just a hashtag, it is a way of life. UNO has officially reinvigorated Maverick Spirit on our campus, and more Mavericks than ever are proudly showcasing their spirit, showing the O, and setting record participation numbers. There has never been a greater time to be a Maverick.

WAYS TO SHOW YOUR #MavSPIRIT 1. Sport your MavGEAR: Visit the UNO Bookstore to stock up on Maverick apparel or attend various events on campus to stock your closet.

All students are encouraged to wear their black and red proudly.

2. Attend a UNO Athletics Event: UNO Athletics competes at the NCAA Division I level in 15 intercollegiate sports. UNO students receive free admission to athletic events with their MavCARD. Student Government partners with the Athletics Department to provide students’ transportation to different sporting events off campus.

This is a great way to carpool, meet new people, and get some sweet MavGEAR. 3. Get Involved in Athletic Events: From dance and cheer teams to the UNO mascot, band, and Maverick Maniacs, there are plenty of ways you can support your athletic teams from beyond the stands and show off your awesome Maverick spirit. To get involved with any of these organizations, contact the Office of Student Activities in the Milo Bail Student Center.

4. Use #MavSPIRIT: UNO departments and organizations will regularly use the MavSPIRIT hashtag on social media. Follow the thread to learn more ways to show off your #MavSPIRIT.

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UNO ATHLETIC VENUES ATHLETIC PRE-GAME EVENTS UNO’s Office of Student Activities hosts awesome pregame parties throughout the year to help students, faculty, and staff get pumped for upcoming athletic events. Keep an eye out for information about these pre-game parties over the course of the semester for a great chance to show your #MavSPIRIT and support your Mavericks.

UNO sporting events throughout the year occur at different on- and off-campus locations around UNO and Omaha.

• Sapp Fieldhouse

• Werner Park

• HPER Building

• Westside Field at Westbrook

• Caniglia Field

• Hanscom Tennis Center

• Chili Greens

• Koch Tennis Center

• Ralston Arena

• UNO/Community Arena

• Boystown Ballpark

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UNO/COMMUNIT Y ARENA The new UNO/Community Arena will open in October 2015.

Beginning with the 2015–16 season, UNO hockey, men’s and women’s basketball, and volleyball will be played in UNO’s new on-campus arena.

This new arena will primarily be used for sports teams, but will also be available for community members to use for open skating events, graduations and commencements, and community sports competitions.

For additional information on the arena, visit http://www.unomaha.edu/athletics/arena.php.

CENTER CAMPUS SHUTTLE The UNO/Community Arena is located on UNO’s Center Campus. Free park-and-ride from the arena parking lots to Pacific and Dodge Campuses will be available starting the 2015–16 academic year.

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SIGNATURE PROGRAMMING

UNO offers several signature programs that help create a positive college experience for students.

• All Campus BBQ

• Maverick Food Pantry

• Career and Internship Fairs

• New Student Convocation

• Commit to Fit

• The Collaborative

• Durango Days

• Reverse Trick or Treat

• De-Stress Fest

• Signature Service Days

• Health and Wellness Fair

• Wambili Sapa Memorial Pow Wow

• Holi Festival of Color • Homecoming

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WELLNESS Wellness means overall well-being and combines the mental, emotional, physical, occupational, intellectual, and spiritual aspects of a person’s life.

UNO’s Wellness Center is a one-stop shop for all things wellness and houses the Counseling Center, Health Services, and Campus Recreation. The Wellness Center encourages you to balance your life by making beneficial choices and becoming more aware of your overall wholeness, happiness, and health.

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HEALTH SERVICES

healthservices.unomaha.edu | 402.554.2374 102 HPER | Monday–Friday, 8 A.M.–5 P.M. HEALTH INSURANCE An affordable health insurance plan is available to students. To best use the plan, consult Health Services.

You do not need to enroll in the health insurance plan to be eligible for the services provided by Health Services.

For more information on a student insurance policy through Blue Cross Blue Shield, visit healthservices.unomaha.edu.

All services are included in student fees with the exception of x-rays, outside laboratory tests, and prescription medications, which students will be billed for. Over the counter medications are available free of charge.

LAB WORK HIV testing, pregnancy testing, STD testing, cholesterol/lipid panel, TB Mantoux-skin testing, blood glucose, Rubeola Titer IMMUNIZATIONS Allergy shots, flu shots, Measles, Mumps, and Rubela, chicken pox, meningococcal, tetanus, hepatitis A and B Please call to schedule an appointment.

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COUNSELING SERVICES HPER Building, 1st Floor Monday–Friday, 8 A.M.–5 P.M. Open year round

The Counseling Center is staffed by licensed mental health practitioners and a graduate assistant who are eager to create a vibrant and safe campus community at UNO to ensure that psychological health and academic life flourish. Each person is committed to providing you support and encouraging your personal success in identifying and reaching your goals.

Difficult life circumstances, personal relationship concerns, balancing dayto-day responsibilities, or similar issues may be addressed in counseling.

The mission is to provide you with a safe, confidential atmosphere in which personal concerns can be openly explored and discussed.

PERSONAL COUNSELING No additional cost to students. Topics often include, but are not limited to: alcohol and drug issues, anxiety, depression, goal setting, grief and loss, relationships, self-esteem, stress, and sexual identity.

LGBTQ+ STUDENT SUPPORT GROUP The Counseling Center offers an LGBTQ+ Support Group for UNO students providing a space for LGBTQ+ individuals to get to know others and express themselves in a safe space. This group meets weekly during the fall and spring semesters. Contact Jeff Knapp for more info at 402.554.2409 or jwknapp@unomaha.edu.

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CAMPUS RECREATION campusrec.unomaha.edu Hours vary

Campus Recreation (Campus Rec) is a part of the Wellness subdivision and supports students on their journey to living a healthy and balanced lifestyle while at UNO. With a state-of-the-art fitness facility in the HPER building, there are a number of programs and services to make sure that there is something that works for you. Campus Rec programs include group exercise, intramurals, outdoor ventures, sport clubs, aquatics, instructional programs like golf and martial arts, and injury, prevention, and care—and that’s just the beginning.

YOU’RE ALREADY A MEMBER If you are enrolled in at least one credit hour on-campus, a campus recreation membership is included as part of your University Program and Facilities Fees (UPFF). There is no need to purchase a membership separately while taking an on-campus class. A valid membership is determined on a semester basis.

If you are enrolled in an online, remote, research, or thesis class a campus recreation membership would need to be purchased at a rate of $40/month or $150/semester.

A purchase is necessary since these classes do not pay the University Program and Facilities Fees (UPFF).

For more information on campus recreation memberships, policies, and regulations please visit campusrec.unomaha.edu.

WELLNESS GUIDE Keep an eye out for the fall 2015 and spring 2016 Wellness Guides. They will be handed out during Durango Days and host all of your need-to-know Campus Rec information.

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FOOD OPTIONS There is a variety of great tasting and healthy food options on campus. You can use your MavCARD, cash, or debit/credit card at each of these locations.

All dining locations use renewable and compostable serving containers, napkins, and utensils.

MBSC FOOD COURT The Food Court, located on the 2nd floor of the MBSC, has a wide variety of freshly made options, including: Italian and pizza at Tomassito’s, Mexican at Pasado’s, hamburgers and chicken strips at The American Grill, sandwiches at Dagwood’s, and much more. There are also lots of grab-and-go options for when you’re in a hurry. Full menus can be viewed at food.unomaha.edu.

HOURS* Monday–Thursday: 7 A.M.–7 P.M. Friday: 7 A.M.–2:30 P.M.

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LIBRARY CAFÉ AND MAVREC CAFÉ

SCOTT CAFÉ EXPRESS

The Library Café and the MavRec Café (located in the Library and the HPER building, respectively) offer fast and delicious options like smoothies, yogurts, sandwiches, and salads. Hours vary.

Scott Café Express is located in the Peter Kiewit Institute. Enjoy grab-and-go snacks, sandwiches, soup, fresh baked cookies, and gourmet coffee.

SCOTT DINING HALL Located at the Pacific Street Campus, the Scott Dining Hall is a go-to place for all UNO students, friends, and families. It features an ever-changing hot line, fresh full salad and soup bar, fresh deli, made to order grill, hand crafted pizza, lots of drink options, and a variety of desserts that are all included in the all-you-can-eat buffet.

HOURS* Monday–Thursday: 7:30 A.M.–6 P.M. Friday: 7:30 A.M.–2:30 P.M.

WOHLNER’S GROCERY

To sign up for a meal plan or to view dining hall hours, visit scottcampus.com/dining.

An Omaha favorite has a satellite location in Mammel Hall. Students can grab breakfast or lunch before hitting the books.

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Monday–Friday: 7 A.M.–8 P.M. Saturday–Sunday: 10 A.M.–7 P.M. Summer: 9 A.M.–3 P.M.

Monday–Thursday: 7:30 A.M.–1:30 P.M. and 4 P.M.–8 P.M. * Hours may be subject to changes. Visit the UNO website for updated hours of operation for all on-campus dining locations.

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ENGAGEMENT As the nation’s leader in community engagement, UNO continually creates programs and service projects that make an impact on the community through service. From service learning to community service projects, UNO provides students with many great opportunities to engage with our local, national, and global communities.

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UNO IS A NATIONAL LEADER IN COMMUNIT Y ENGAGEMENT Community engagement at UNO is defined as collaboration between UNO and our local, regional, national, and global communities for the exchange of knowledge and resources. As an engaged campus, UNO is fully committed to creating valuable engagement opportunities that are mutually beneficial for students, faculty, staff, and the community.

BARBARA WEITZ COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT CENTER (WEITZ CEC) The Weitz CEC is the permanent home of the University of Nebraska at Omaha's signature outreach programs, including the Service Learning Academy and the Student Volunteer and Leadership Collaborative. It is the only standalone, comprehensive, engagement-specific university facility in the country.

As a new building fully dedicated to collaboration, the Weitz CEC is a nationally unique space that serves to strengthen UNO's existing outreach efforts and foster future opportunities for partnerships between UNO students, faculty, staff and nonprofit or governmental organizations.

For more than 105 years, UNO has been dedicated to engagement and education within the Omaha metropolitan community, this special center adds a new venue from which this tradition can continue.

JESS’S RESOURCE CENTER Just inside the doors of the Weitz CEC is the Union Pacific Atrium, a special place to honor the legacy of Jessica Lutton Bedient who was best known for her passion for helping others in her community and around the world.

Jess joined the staff of the University of Nebraska Foundation in 2008 and in 2010 she lost her life in a car accident. The technology available in Jess’s Resource Center helps connect students with volunteer opportunities.

CARNEGIE CLASSIFICATION UNO was announced as one of the nation’s leaders in engagement and outreach in the 2015 Community Engagement Classification by the Carnegie Foundation. As one of just 74 institutions named to the elective classification when it launched in 2006, UNO is now one of 361 institutions nationwide, and just three Nebraska universities or colleges to be recognized. The Community Engagement Classification recognizes UNO’s commitment to community engagement.

From the opening of the Barbara Weitz Community Engagement Center and the Barbara A. Holland Collection of community engagement scholarship to being named a Presidential Award Winner, UNO has continually made community engagement a priority on our campus.

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SERVICE LEARNING ACADEMY Service learning is a method of teaching that combines classroom instruction with meaningful community service. This form of learning emphasizes critical thinking and personal reflection while encouraging a heightened sense of community, civic engagement, and personal responsibility.

UNO Service Learning Academy works in collaboration with nonprofit community organizations, governmental agencies, and P-12 faculty.

Service learning projects serve the community and create valuable learning experiences for UNO students that extend beyond the classroom as students apply their knowledge to real-life situations in the community. Reflection activities before, during, and after each project facilitate critical thinking and problem solving skills.

The integration of academic knowledge with a service learning experience prepares students to work and serve in an increasingly diverse and challenging environment. Participation in service learning makes students more desirable for future employment and increases their sense of civic engagement.

OFFICE OF CIVIC AND SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY The UNO Office of Civic and Social Responsibility (CSR) is dedicated to developing engaged, civic-minded citizens and leaders of our communities. UNO believes service and engagement are vital components for the educational development of all students and for a sustainable, healthy community. CSR is locally and nationally recognized for the service impact of our volunteers and provides ongoing information for the university community to learn how they can serve in specific areas of interest.

The student-centered programs provided through CSR are listed on the following page.

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PRESIDENT’S HIGHER EDUCATION COMMUNITY SERVICE HONOR ROLL UNO was the recipient of the Presidential Award for the Economic Opportunity category of the 2014 President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll.

This award recognizes institutions with service programs that build economic independence, increase family stability, and create more sustainable and resilient communities. Institutions in this category are engaged in service that improves the financial well-being and security of economically disadvantaged individuals.

UNO is the first college or university in Nebraska to be named a Presidential Award winner as part of the President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll. The Honor Roll has been annually released since it was launched in 2006 (except for in 2011); in that time, UNO is the only Nebraska institution to be included every year.

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THE COLLABORATIVE The Collaborative aims to create programs that empower students to effect positive change within the community.

The Collaborative is a program that connects UNO students with nonprofit organizations for an all-encompassing professional experience during the academic year. The Collaborative has several student worker positions available, and they receive on-going education about the nonprofit sector.

MAVERICK FOOD PANTRY UNO’s Maverick Food Pantry contributes to UNO’s culture of caring by providing food to those in immediate need and connecting them with resources in the greater Omaha area for long-term support.

UNO students, faculty, and staff can anonymously request a food package on MavSYNC and pick up the package in 130 Weitz CEC. Maverick Food Pantry volunteers sort donations, assemble food packages, and assist those picking up packages.

SIGNATURE SERVICE DAYS

SOCIAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP

Each academic year, UNO sponsors multiple days of service in which volunteers engage in service projects around the community for a day. Signature Service Days have expanded to over sixteen days dedicated to service throughout the academic year. On a Signature Service Day, UNO students, faculty, and staff, along with our K-12 partners, Metro Community College, and community volunteers, come to the Weitz CEC and are transported into the community to complete service projects.

Students who wish to initiate their own service project receive support from CSR’s Seed Projects, which provide a stipend and guidance on how to make your project come to life. CSR also provides support to Clinton Global Initiative University (CGI U) applicants. CGI U connects students from all over the world and helps them become better social innovators and leaders.

VOLUNTEER CONNECTIONS CENTER (VCC) The VCC helps UNO students find their passion and purpose by finding their “choice” service opportunity or organization.

VCC coordinates Volunteer Fairs to show students how nonprofit organizations address community needs, and how volunteers can explore opportunities to make a positive impact. Additionally, the VCC sends out weekly UNO Serve emails that list service opportunities within the community. These service opportunities are also listed on MavSYNC.

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SUSTAINABILIT Y unomaha.edu/sustainability MAMMEL HALL Mammel Hall is the first LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) gold-certified academic building in Nebraska. Mammel’s sustainable features include natural lighting, a rain garden, and energy efficient light fixtures.

Orientation is continuing its sustainability efforts this year by offering reusable water bottles, composting, and hosting sessions in Mammel Hall, a green-friendly space.

UNO is also working towards becoming a more sustainable campus.

Please help UNO by doing your part and using the recycling receptacles you see placed throughout campus and the residence halls.

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RAIN GARDENS

ZIMRIDE

UNO’s Rain Gardens were designed to add beauty to campus, but they do so much more. Rain Gardens are shallow depressions with amended soils and sub drain systems to collect storm water runoff. The gardens work by capturing rainwater after each storm and soaking up the runoff into the soil. Over time, the plants develop deep roots that help the water permeate the soil. The capture of storm water keeps it from flowing directly into storm drains, surface waters, and parking lots, taking away the potential for erosion, water pollution, and flooding. The plants in the garden were chosen for their beauty, height, ability to survive in wet soils, and adaptability to the local climate and soil conditions. Rain Gardens also contribute to urban habitats for native butterflies, birds, and beneficial insects. UNO’s rain gardens can be found outside of the Welcome Center and Mammel Hall.

Zimride is a social rideshare program specifically designed for the university community. It allows students to share rides with others who travel along the same route. Zimride can be used for routine commutes as well as one-time trips and uses social profiles to leverage trust among users. This service will be available to students, faculty, and staff at no charge to the rider.

For more information on Zimride or to sign up, visit unomaha.edu/parking/zimride.php.

EMERGENCY RIDE HOME This service ensures UNO’s commuters a free ride home when unexpected emergencies occur.

UNO has contracted a taxi service to provide an emergency ride home for commuters who have opted to take mass transit or have biked to campus and need to leave campus immediately.

MAVRIDE Need an affordable ride to campus? Student Government provides students with free passes for the Omaha Metro bus. You can pick up your pass at the start of each semester in the Student Government office on the first floor of the Milo Bail Student Center.

ZIPCAR If you’re coming to campus without transportation, a car sharing option is available right on campus.

Two Zipcars located in parking lot N, outside of the HPER building, can be used 24/7 by faculty, staff, and students over the age 19. For more information, visit zipcar.com/universities/how#the-basics.

B-CYCLE This unique bike-sharing program allows anyone to easily ride a B-CYCLE bike from one station to another. Stations are conveniently placed throughout Dodge campus, Pacific campus, and Aksarben Village.

For more information or to register, visit heartland.bcycle.com/default.aspx.

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PARKING SERVICES unomaha.edu/parking | 402.554.7275 PACIFIC CAMPUS SHUTTLE Shuttle buses pick up at multiple Pacific Campus locations and Dodge Campus about every 15 minutes. Drop off and pick up locations on Dodge Campus are in Lot Q and M. HOURS Monday–Friday: 6:30 A.M.–10:30 P.M. (fall and spring) Monday–Friday: 7 A.M.–6 P.M. (summer)

CENTER CAMPUS SHUTTLE Beginning in the 2015-16 academic year, the new UNO/Community Arena will have parking available for students in Lot 26 just west of the arena.

Two shuttle routes will run from this lot to both Dodge and Pacific Campuses respectively. Parking in Lot 26 does not require a UNO Parking Permit.

PARKING PERMITS Student Day/Night

$207.00

Student West Garage Only $233.00

Student Night Only

$103.50

UV/MV Resident Permit

$233.00

Student 1 Semester Only

$103.50

Scott Resident Permit

$207.00

Student East Garage Only $258.00

* In order to purchase a permit, you must wait 48 hours after registering for classes. ** S cott Resident permits required for all Scott residents.

The Scott Resident permit is valid for Scott resident lots (7, 10, 11, 12, and 13) on the Pacific Campus and student surface lots on the Dodge Campus.

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UNO FIGHT SONG We will fight, fight, fight for our Mavericks, We will fight, fight, fight for our team.

Everyone knows when that old whistle blows, We will shout, we will yell, we will scream.

GO MAVS! We will fight, fight, fight for our Mavericks, We will cheer so all fans will know.

Be it win or lose or draw, Everyone for Omaha, We will fight for U-N-O.

The University of Nebraska at Omaha will be taking photos at orientation events for use in advertising and other promotional materials, whether in print, electronic or other media.

The University of Nebraska at Omaha shall not discriminate based upon age, race, ethnicity, color, national origin, gender-identity, sex, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran’s status, marital status, religion, or political affiliation.

PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER The University of Nebraska at Omaha is committed to sustainability. This document is printed on 30% recycled paper.

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