Orientation
Schedule of Events
Spring Parent Orientation December 14, 2011 UL Lafayette
Orientation
www.ulorientation.com
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LEE HALL BAKER/HUGER HALL ROY HOUSE HAWKINS HOUSE SOULIER HOUSE BITTLE HALL DeCLOUET HALL BUCHANAN HALL EVANGELINE HALL
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Temporary UL Credit Union
Main CaMpus BuiLDinG CODEs JUDICE-RICKELS HALL 38 CONT. ED. CENTER SAUCIER CLINIC 41 BILLEAUD HALL McLAURIN GYM 42 MONTGOMERY HALL HARRIS HALL 43 FRENCH HOUSE HAMILTON HALL 44 MADISON HALL STUDENT UNION 45 ON THE GEAUX E.K. LONG GYM 46 GRIFFIN HALL SBDC 48 CONFERENCE CENTER FLETCHER HALL 52 ROUGEOU HALL
WHITTINGTON HOUSE WAGNER HOUSE BOURGEOIS HALL LAMSON PARK - SOFTBALL STUDENT TENNIS COURTS TRACK/SOCCER FACILITIES MOORE FIELD - BASEBALL CULOTTA TENNIS CENTER STADIUM - CAJUN FIELD COX COMMUNICATIONS ATHLETIC COMPLEX MONCLA INDOOR FACILITY FRATERNITY HOUSES SORORITY HOUSES CAJUNDOME CONVENTION CENTER CREAMERY BUILDING BLACKHAM COLISEUM COMPLEX IRA NELSON FACILITY HORTICULTURE COMPLEX AGRICULTURE FACILITIES LOUISIANA ACCELERATOR CTR. PRINTING SERVICES LITE BUILDING PRIMARY CARE FACILITY ABDALLA HALL LEDA BUILDING BOURGEOIS HOUSE WETLANDS RESEARCH FACILITY ESTUARINE HABITATS HILTON GARDEN INN
WHARTON HALL DOUCET HALL O.K. ALLEN HALL BURKE HALL ALUMNI HALL OLIVIER HALL CORONNA HALL GUILLORY HALL RANDOLPH HALL
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SOUTH CAMPUS
UL LAFAYETTE RESEARCH PARK
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59 61 62 63 65 66 67 68 72
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CENTRAL RECEIVING FACILITY MANAGEMENT STOKES A & B CAFÉ FLEUR-DE-LIS CAJUN VILLAGE VISUAL ARTS ANNEX CREDIT UNION & GARAGE PARKER HALL* UL DAY CARE
BEAU SOLEIL HOUSE
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BROOK AVE.
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74 76 80 84 85 86 87 90 91
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TAFT STREET DORM 200A TAFT STREET DORM 200B ALUMNI CENTER BONIN HALL LEGACY PARK UNIVERSITY ART MUSEUM ANGELLE HALL OLIVER HALL/ACTR TAFT ST. PARKING GARAGE
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UL FOUNDATION DUPRÉ LIBRARY INTERNATIONAL BLDG. MILITARY SCIENCE BLDG.
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137 157 200 201
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11A
Denotes Combined Student/Parent Session
SPECIAL NOTES
Orientation Information Table Student Union, Ballroom Lobby Throughout Orientation, we will have the Orientation Information Table available to answer your questions. While you will be escorted to all sessions, if you get lost or have any concerns, please let us help you. Water We will be doing a lot of walking today. Please keep yourself hydrated by drinking plenty of water. Orientation Lost & Found We will have an Orientation Lost & Found at the Orientation Information Table. If you find a lost object, please drop it off. The Office of Orientation is not responsible for items you misplace during your stay.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS 8:00 AM – 9:15 AM Parent Check-In Student Union, Ballroom 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM Campus Resources Fair Student Union, 1st Floor Students & Parents are encouraged to visit with representatives from our many campus offices to learn more about the services they offer. 9:15 AM – 9:45 AM
Welcome to University of Louisiana at Lafayette Student Union, Ballroom Students and Parents will be welcomed to the university by members of our Student Orientation Staff, university administration, and provided an overview of the day’s schedule of events.
10:00 AM – 10:30 AM Life Outside the Classroom: University Resources and Student Affairs Student Union, Evangeline Room (2nd Floor) This is an exciting time for your students and we are ready to assist in their transition. Join the Dean of Students to learn about resources and services available to aid in your students’ success outside the classroom. 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM Helping Your Student Succeed Academically Student Union, Evangeline Room (2nd Floor) A Counselor from The Academic Success Center will give you an overview of academic life at UL and expectations inside the classroom. She will introduce you to the different academic resources on campus that can help your student succeed at UL Lafayette.
11:00 AM – 11:30 AM Business Services: A Look at Tuition and Fees Student Union, Evangeline Room (2nd Floor) Learn tuition and fee payment deadlines, methods of payment, dates when scholarship and financial aid money is posted on the student account, payment plan options, and other services from Business Services and Student Cashiers Center. 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Lunch Cane Brake Café Enjoy lunch in our Cane Brake Café.
11:45 AM – 12:30 PM
Student Organization Expo Student Union, 1st Floor Get Involved! UL has over 170 student organizations. Students are encouraged to meet with members of our student organizations to learn more about involvement opportunities on campus.
12:30 PM – 1:00 PM
Money Matters Student Union, Ballroom This session is required for all TOPS Recipients. It covers important information on the TOPS program, as well as other information on Financial Aid.
1:05 PM – 1:35 PM
Understanding Academic Course Placement & Advising Student Union, Evangeline Room (2nd Floor) This session will address important concerns parents have about the academic curriculum, academic advising structure, and course registration process. We will provide you helpful insights on how to support your student and our university in meeting degree requirements.
1:40 PM – 2:10 PM
Cajun Card Student Union, Evangeline Room (2nd Floor) Come learn about your student’s Cajun Card. This session will include discussions on Cajun Cash, card access, cardholder responsibilities, and card dining options. If you are interested in a safe and more convenient way of student purchases on and off campus, come join us!
4:00 PM
Campus Tour Departs Student Union, Ballroom Students & Parents who want to participate in a guided campus tour can meet with members of our Student Orientation Staff. This tour will provide an overview of the physical space on campus and may assist you with locating your classes following registration.
OPTIONAL AFTERNOON ACTIVITIES Financial Aid Guillory Hall, 1:00 – 4:30 PM If you have already submitted your FAFSA, you may meet with a financial aid counselor to learn about the next steps in the financial aid process. Scholarships Office Martin Hall, Room 260 Students who have received or will be receiving any scholarships from the university or external sources should visit the Scholarships Office to ensure that all their information is on file and verify requirements for maintaining their scholarships. Services for Students with Disabilities Conference Center, Room 126 If you have a documented disability or will need assistance when you come to campus, be sure to stop by the Office of Services for Students with Disabilities. Honors Program Judice-Rickels Hall, Room 208 The Honors program provides serious and highly motivated undergraduate students with an enhanced set of educational opportunities so that those students who seek added dimension, enrichment, and challenge in their studies may find realization of their potential. Housing Questions University Union, Room 240 If you have questions about your housing options, on-campus housing, or wish to take a tour of our on-campus housing facilities, please visit the UL Department of Housing to speak to a member of their staff. University Bookstore We encourage all Orientation participants to visit our University Bookstore for all your official Ragin’ Cajun gear, to buy their textbooks, and to check out their other merchandise. Use the coupon located in your Orientation bag for a great discount!
IMPORTANT DATES & EVENTS – SPRING 2012 Last Day to Pay Tuition....................................................................................................................January 3, 2012 First Day of Classes....................................................................................................................... January 11, 2012 Mardi Gras Holiday.................................................................................................................. February 20-22, 2012 Spring Break..................................................................................................................................... April 6-15, 2012
HELPFUL READINGS & WEBSITES FOR PARENTS Books (Available at the UL Bookstore or online)
Coburn, K.L. & Treeger, M.L. (2009). Letting go: A parents guide to understanding the college years. New York, NY: Harper Collins Publishers. Cohen, H. (2010). The Happiest Kid on Campus: A Parent’s Guide to the very best college experience (for you and your child). Sourcebooks, Incorporated. Mullendore, R. & Branahan, L. (2007). Empowering parents of first-year college students: A guide for success. Columbia, SC: National Resource Center for the First Year Experience & Students in Transition & National Orientation Directors Association. Available online at: http://www.nodaweb.org/about-noda/publications.html Savage, M. (2003). You’re on your own (but I’m here if you need me): Mentoring your child during the college years. New York, NY: Fireside.
Online
University of Louisiana Parent Resources: www.ulorientation.com/helpful-resources College Parents of America: www.collegeparents.org Provided by the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, Office of Orientation For more information that families may find helpful, visit our online parent guide at http://universityparent.com/lalaf
Provided by the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, Office of Orientation
SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR ORIENTATION PARTNERS
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Office of Orientation
University of Louisiana at Lafayette PO Box 44252 Lafayette, LA 70504-4252 337-482-1391 [email protected] http://www.ulorientation.com
Help UL Orientation become sustainable! Recycle any materials you no longer need.
Spring Parent Orientation December 14, 2011 UL Lafayette
Orientation
www.ulorientation.com
1 2 3A 3B 3C 4 5 6 7
95
96
93B
PRESIDENT’S HOME GIRARD HALL MARTIN HALL F.G. MOUTON HALL MOODY HALL FOSTER HALL MOUTON HALL STEPHENS HALL BROUSSARD HALL
94
78
416
450
450
480
465 100
700
402
413
800
LEE HALL BAKER/HUGER HALL ROY HOUSE HAWKINS HOUSE SOULIER HOUSE BITTLE HALL DeCLOUET HALL BUCHANAN HALL EVANGELINE HALL
405
93A
8 10 11 11A 11B 12 13 14 15
93
97
99
98
710
810
IVE
UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER
820
DR
UM
ISE
CO L
16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24
99 100 101 102 102A 402 405 413 416 450 465 480 700 710 800 810 820 900 910 920
78 92 93 93A 93B 94 95 96 97 98
BUILDING CODES
25 26 27 28 29 31 33 35 37
85
85
77
61
63
62
68
66
65
72
MAIN CAMPUS
62
59
Temporary UL Credit Union
Main CaMpus BuiLDinG CODEs JUDICE-RICKELS HALL 38 CONT. ED. CENTER SAUCIER CLINIC 41 BILLEAUD HALL McLAURIN GYM 42 MONTGOMERY HALL HARRIS HALL 43 FRENCH HOUSE HAMILTON HALL 44 MADISON HALL STUDENT UNION 45 ON THE GEAUX E.K. LONG GYM 46 GRIFFIN HALL SBDC 48 CONFERENCE CENTER FLETCHER HALL 52 ROUGEOU HALL
WHITTINGTON HOUSE WAGNER HOUSE BOURGEOIS HALL LAMSON PARK - SOFTBALL STUDENT TENNIS COURTS TRACK/SOCCER FACILITIES MOORE FIELD - BASEBALL CULOTTA TENNIS CENTER STADIUM - CAJUN FIELD COX COMMUNICATIONS ATHLETIC COMPLEX MONCLA INDOOR FACILITY FRATERNITY HOUSES SORORITY HOUSES CAJUNDOME CONVENTION CENTER CREAMERY BUILDING BLACKHAM COLISEUM COMPLEX IRA NELSON FACILITY HORTICULTURE COMPLEX AGRICULTURE FACILITIES LOUISIANA ACCELERATOR CTR. PRINTING SERVICES LITE BUILDING PRIMARY CARE FACILITY ABDALLA HALL LEDA BUILDING BOURGEOIS HOUSE WETLANDS RESEARCH FACILITY ESTUARINE HABITATS HILTON GARDEN INN
WHARTON HALL DOUCET HALL O.K. ALLEN HALL BURKE HALL ALUMNI HALL OLIVIER HALL CORONNA HALL GUILLORY HALL RANDOLPH HALL
101
102A
102
920
SOUTH CAMPUS
UL LAFAYETTE RESEARCH PARK
910
900
37
59 61 62 63 65 66 67 68 72
45
52
90
44
CENTRAL RECEIVING FACILITY MANAGEMENT STOKES A & B CAFÉ FLEUR-DE-LIS CAJUN VILLAGE VISUAL ARTS ANNEX CREDIT UNION & GARAGE PARKER HALL* UL DAY CARE
BEAU SOLEIL HOUSE
46
38
BROOK AVE.
201
74 76 80 84 85 86 87 90 91
33
157
48 35
137
91
87
16
25
7
6
5
67
19
8
17
TAFT STREET DORM 200A TAFT STREET DORM 200B ALUMNI CENTER BONIN HALL LEGACY PARK UNIVERSITY ART MUSEUM ANGELLE HALL OLIVER HALL/ACTR TAFT ST. PARKING GARAGE
86
81
80
41
42
200
3A
28
15
14
20
1
24
13
2
84
10
11
UL FOUNDATION DUPRÉ LIBRARY INTERNATIONAL BLDG. MILITARY SCIENCE BLDG.
27
26
23
22
12
3C
74
21
137 157 200 201
29
76
31
18
3B
4
11B
11A
Denotes Combined Student/Parent Session
SPECIAL NOTES
Orientation Information Table Student Union, Ballroom Lobby Throughout Orientation, we will have the Orientation Information Table available to answer your questions. While you will be escorted to all sessions, if you get lost or have any concerns, please let us help you. Water We will be doing a lot of walking today. Please keep yourself hydrated by drinking plenty of water. Orientation Lost & Found We will have an Orientation Lost & Found at the Orientation Information Table. If you find a lost object, please drop it off. The Office of Orientation is not responsible for items you misplace during your stay.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS 8:00 AM – 9:15 AM Parent Check-In Student Union, Ballroom 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM Campus Resources Fair Student Union, 1st Floor Students & Parents are encouraged to visit with representatives from our many campus offices to learn more about the services they offer. 9:15 AM – 9:45 AM
Welcome to University of Louisiana at Lafayette Student Union, Ballroom Students and Parents will be welcomed to the university by members of our Student Orientation Staff, university administration, and provided an overview of the day’s schedule of events.
10:00 AM – 10:30 AM Life Outside the Classroom: University Resources and Student Affairs Student Union, Evangeline Room (2nd Floor) This is an exciting time for your students and we are ready to assist in their transition. Join the Dean of Students to learn about resources and services available to aid in your students’ success outside the classroom. 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM Helping Your Student Succeed Academically Student Union, Evangeline Room (2nd Floor) A Counselor from The Academic Success Center will give you an overview of academic life at UL and expectations inside the classroom. She will introduce you to the different academic resources on campus that can help your student succeed at UL Lafayette.
11:00 AM – 11:30 AM Business Services: A Look at Tuition and Fees Student Union, Evangeline Room (2nd Floor) Learn tuition and fee payment deadlines, methods of payment, dates when scholarship and financial aid money is posted on the student account, payment plan options, and other services from Business Services and Student Cashiers Center. 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Lunch Cane Brake Café Enjoy lunch in our Cane Brake Café.
11:45 AM – 12:30 PM
Student Organization Expo Student Union, 1st Floor Get Involved! UL has over 170 student organizations. Students are encouraged to meet with members of our student organizations to learn more about involvement opportunities on campus.
12:30 PM – 1:00 PM
Money Matters Student Union, Ballroom This session is required for all TOPS Recipients. It covers important information on the TOPS program, as well as other information on Financial Aid.
1:05 PM – 1:35 PM
Understanding Academic Course Placement & Advising Student Union, Evangeline Room (2nd Floor) This session will address important concerns parents have about the academic curriculum, academic advising structure, and course registration process. We will provide you helpful insights on how to support your student and our university in meeting degree requirements.
1:40 PM – 2:10 PM
Cajun Card Student Union, Evangeline Room (2nd Floor) Come learn about your student’s Cajun Card. This session will include discussions on Cajun Cash, card access, cardholder responsibilities, and card dining options. If you are interested in a safe and more convenient way of student purchases on and off campus, come join us!
4:00 PM
Campus Tour Departs Student Union, Ballroom Students & Parents who want to participate in a guided campus tour can meet with members of our Student Orientation Staff. This tour will provide an overview of the physical space on campus and may assist you with locating your classes following registration.
OPTIONAL AFTERNOON ACTIVITIES Financial Aid Guillory Hall, 1:00 – 4:30 PM If you have already submitted your FAFSA, you may meet with a financial aid counselor to learn about the next steps in the financial aid process. Scholarships Office Martin Hall, Room 260 Students who have received or will be receiving any scholarships from the university or external sources should visit the Scholarships Office to ensure that all their information is on file and verify requirements for maintaining their scholarships. Services for Students with Disabilities Conference Center, Room 126 If you have a documented disability or will need assistance when you come to campus, be sure to stop by the Office of Services for Students with Disabilities. Honors Program Judice-Rickels Hall, Room 208 The Honors program provides serious and highly motivated undergraduate students with an enhanced set of educational opportunities so that those students who seek added dimension, enrichment, and challenge in their studies may find realization of their potential. Housing Questions University Union, Room 240 If you have questions about your housing options, on-campus housing, or wish to take a tour of our on-campus housing facilities, please visit the UL Department of Housing to speak to a member of their staff. University Bookstore We encourage all Orientation participants to visit our University Bookstore for all your official Ragin’ Cajun gear, to buy their textbooks, and to check out their other merchandise. Use the coupon located in your Orientation bag for a great discount!
IMPORTANT DATES & EVENTS – SPRING 2012 Last Day to Pay Tuition....................................................................................................................January 3, 2012 First Day of Classes....................................................................................................................... January 11, 2012 Mardi Gras Holiday.................................................................................................................. February 20-22, 2012 Spring Break..................................................................................................................................... April 6-15, 2012
HELPFUL READINGS & WEBSITES FOR PARENTS Books (Available at the UL Bookstore or online)
Coburn, K.L. & Treeger, M.L. (2009). Letting go: A parents guide to understanding the college years. New York, NY: Harper Collins Publishers. Cohen, H. (2010). The Happiest Kid on Campus: A Parent’s Guide to the very best college experience (for you and your child). Sourcebooks, Incorporated. Mullendore, R. & Branahan, L. (2007). Empowering parents of first-year college students: A guide for success. Columbia, SC: National Resource Center for the First Year Experience & Students in Transition & National Orientation Directors Association. Available online at: http://www.nodaweb.org/about-noda/publications.html Savage, M. (2003). You’re on your own (but I’m here if you need me): Mentoring your child during the college years. New York, NY: Fireside.
Online
University of Louisiana Parent Resources: www.ulorientation.com/helpful-resources College Parents of America: www.collegeparents.org Provided by the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, Office of Orientation For more information that families may find helpful, visit our online parent guide at http://universityparent.com/lalaf
Provided by the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, Office of Orientation
SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR ORIENTATION PARTNERS
NOTES __________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________
Office of Orientation
University of Louisiana at Lafayette PO Box 44252 Lafayette, LA 70504-4252 337-482-1391 [email protected] http://www.ulorientation.com
Help UL Orientation become sustainable! Recycle any materials you no longer need.
