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DoS 101 | "see blue." U 2016
The document provides an overview of resources and important dates for new students and their families to help with the transition to college at the University of Kentucky. It discusses offices that provide student support services, orientation events in June, July and August like K Week, and encourages families to attend Family Weekend in October. Important deadlines are highlighted, such as completing online training by August 15th. Tips are provided for each month from June through December to help students adjust to college life and succeed academically.
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DoS 101 | "see blue." U 2016
- 1. DOS 101: Introduction tothe Dean of Students Office and Student Success
- 2. The Dean ofStudents Office Student Conduct Community of Concern Fraternity & Sorority Affairs New Student & Family Programs Off-Campus Student Services Student Involvement Wellness Initiatives for Student Empowerment
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- 4. June and July •Getting ready • Setting up a new living space • Some fear and anxiety • Time for goal-setting conversations • What resources does your student anticipate needing?
- 5. Why take UK101? • Learn how to succeed in college • Small class setting • 1 or 2 credit hours • Students who take UK 101 are more likely to become sophomores. Topics include: • Time management • Financial literacy • Campus resources • Stress and wellness • Academic expectations
- 6. UK Parent &Family Association • Open to all parents, guardians, grandparents, and family members • Annual membership: $35 (less than $3 a month!) • Career membership: $125 • Join today! See the flyer in your folder for details.
- 7. Membership Benefits • Insider’sGuide handbook • Cat Chat emails • Family Weekend perks • Member Discount Program • Parent Advisory Council • Tote bag of goodies – Special offer only good while you are on campus today! – Bonus gift for joining as a career member!
- 8. Support for AllFamilies • Family Weekend: October 7 – 9, 2016 • Website: www.uky.edu/parents • Facebook: www.facebook.com/UKparents • Twitter: @UKparents • Support from Parent & Family Assoc. staff • Email • Phone • Online
- 9. Contact the Parent& Family Assoc. Office of New Student & Family Programs 567 Patterson Office Tower 859-257-6597 parents@lsv.uky.edu www.uky.edu/parents
- 10. AlcoholEdu and Haven •AlcoholEdu – substance abuse education • Haven – sexual assault and violence prevention • Important dates • Monday, July 18 – Site goes active • Monday, August 15 – Deadline for Part One • Monday, October 17 – Deadline for Part Two • Students who do not complete these programs will have an academic hold placed on their accounts. • Students will receive an email with more information – they need to regularly check their UK email!
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- 12. August • Homesickness • Newliving situation • Responsibility • Forming new relationships • Maintaining old relationships • New academic environment
- 13. Counseling Center 201 FrazeeHall 859-257-8701 Monday – Friday 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Phone consultations Walk-in assessments 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. www.uky.edu/StudentAffairs/Counseling
- 14. K Book NewStudent Handbook • Written by students for students • Students will receive a copy at move-in or by mail. • Addresses student experience both in and out of the classroom • Used in many sections of UK 101 as a textbook
- 15. Nine days designedto help students successfully transition to UK: August 19 – 27, 2016 Second step in orientation process Activities for parents and families K Teams More information coming in early August KWeek@lsv.uky.edu www.uky.edu/KWeek
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- 18. September • Time management •Balancing academic and social • Encourage use of campus resources • Encourage staying on campus • Make plans to attend Family Weekend in October
- 20. • Educational workshopsfor students and families • Online educational programs • 1:1 financial coaching • Referrals to financial resources for UK students • Collaborative programs and events emphasizing the correlation between financial wellness and other areas of wellness
- 21. • Student WellnessAmbassadors • Promote safe and responsible behaviors pertaining to holistic wellness • Encourage peers with problems to seek assistance from campus resources • Financial Wellness Coaches and Educators • Educators promote financial wellness to their peers through events and programs. • Coaches provide 1:1 financial wellness coaching sessions to their peers. • Interested? Contact WISE@uky.edu or visit www.uky.edu/wise. Student Leadership Opportunities
- 22. 565 Patterson OfficeTower 859-257-7048 www.uky.edu/wise Kelsey.hinken@uky.edu Contact WISE
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- 24. October • Increasing academic stress •Encourage use of academic resources • Midterm exams and final drop deadline • Office hours • Meet with academic advisor
- 25. Common Reading Experience •Complete the required reading and assignment this summer • Participate in a small group discussion during K Week • Attend events throughout the school year, including the author visit in October • Students with a print-impaired disability can contact the DRC for an alternate format. • Check out the flyer in your folder for more information.
- 26. Schedule of eventsincludes: • Friday check-in • Family Weekend tent party • Keeneland • UK football game • Lunch at Spindletop • Athletic and cultural events • Exploring Lexington • Much more! Family Weekend October 7 – 9, 2016 Book hotels now!
- 27. Pop Quiz: ImportantDates • AlcoholEdu and Haven Part One • August 15 • Move-in • August 13, 17, or 19 • K Week • August 19 – 27 • Family Weekend • October 7 – 9
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- 29. November • Increasing academicpressure • Procrastination • Looming deadlines • Stress • Encourage good personal wellness • Students need to take responsibility and ask for help
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- 31. December • Stress offinal exams • Returning home for break • Discuss expectations for break • Communicate about break plans and holidays • Encourage stress-reducing activities
- 32. Final Exams andStress Relief Final Exams Schedule www.uky.edu/Registrar/finals.htm
- 33. What are seventhings you and your student need to take care of between now and the start of the fall semester? Complete AlcoholEdu and Haven Part One by August 15 Read Orphan Train and submit QLC assignment on Canvas Get ready for move-in and K Week in August! IMPORTANT!! – Check UK email Have important goal-setting conversations Make plans to attend Family Weekend Consider joining the UK Parent & Family Association Course Evaluation Final Exam
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