SUMMER 2015 The Navigator Your guide to all things SNHU Sign up for ORIENTATION beginning Monday, April 13, 2015 Welcome to SNHU! We are excited to have you join the SNHU family and we want to make your transition to the university as easy as possible. We have created a great online resource for you called the Navigator, which includes all the information you will need between now and your first day at SNHU. The online Navigator will also let you know about some important deadlines that you will need to pay attention to. We urge you to take some time to review this information and share it with your family. You can be confident that our faculty, administration and staff will support you fully to help make your educational experience one that will have a lasting positive impact well beyond your college years. If you have questions, please do not hesitate to call any member of our staff. We look forward to making you a valuable part of the SNHU community. Sincerely, Paul J. LeBlanc President Southern New Hampshire University Contents Understanding SNHU Account Access....................... 2 Accessing Online Navigator......................................3 Understanding mySNHU..........................................3 Parents & Guardians................................................3 BEFORE ORIENTATION: 8 EASY STEPS............................5 Step 1: Complete Self-Placement Activities and CSI.... 6 Step 2: Complete Your Housing Profile...................... 7 Step 3: Sign up for Summer Orientation..................... 8 SNHU Summer Bridge Programs............................... 9 Step 4: Complete Your Medical Records.................... 10 Step 5: Complete Your Financial Aid Award................11 Step 6: Understand How to Pay Your Bill................... 12 Step 7: Register with NCAA Eligibility Center............ 13 Step 8: Connect to Technology................................ 14 Before Summer Orientation ................................... 16 After Arriving on Campus....................................... 17 YOUR NEW LIFE ON CAMPUS: THE ESSENTIALS ............ 19 Living, Learning, Leading ......................................20 SNHU Student Employment and Work-Study............22 Penmen Cash........................................................ 23 Manchester Area Information.................................24 How to Get There.................................................. 25 SNHU Athletics.....................................................26 Commuter Resources.............................................26 Family Connections ..............................................27 Parking Decals......................................................27 DeColfmacker Veteran’s Lounge..............................28 Office of Diversity Initiatives..................................29 President’s Commission for LGBTQ Advocacy...........29 Robert A. Freese Student Center..............................30 Relax and Eat in the Dining Center...........................30 EVENTS ................................................................... 31 First Days ............................................................ 32 The Involvement Fair............................................. 32 Homecoming Weekend.......................................... 33 Penmen Pride....................................................... 33 CALENDAR................................................................ 34 CAMPUS MAP............................................................ 36 Got questions? my.snhu.edu/orientation is a great place to start! 1 Understanding SNHU Account Access Accessing Online Navigator Your username and password allow single sign-on access to register for Summer Orientation, as well as many other online services at SNHU. These include your University e-mail account, our academic portal known as Blackboard, the online course registration services, and our bill payment system. All of these services, including the registration area for Summer Orientation for you and your parents/guardians, can be accessed through mySNHU by navigating to my.snhu.edu/orientation. Accessing the Navigator is simple, just visit my.snhu.edu/orientation. As a security precaution you should log into your mySNHU account and change your password. This will help protect your privacy and the use of your account. Understanding mySNHU Your e-mail address/SNHU username is: Your password is your birthday in the following format: MMDDYYYY For example, if your birthday is August 25, 1992, your password would be 08251992. If you have problems logging into your account, you can contact the SNHU Help Desk at [email protected] or by calling 603.626.9000. You and your family will have 24/7 access to more details on the steps you need to take as well as a timeline and list of deadlines. Make sure to use both this booklet along with our website. Don’t hesitate to e-mail us at [email protected] if you get stuck or have a quick question. mySNHU is a web portal that allows students to access information from Southern New Hampshire University’s administrative database. mySNHU is used regularly by both students and faculty and provides a number of essential online services. mySNHU is used to search, register for and manage your courses, change your address or phone number, check your grades, view your bill and much more. Please visit my.snhu.edu/orientation to familiarize yourself with the self-service section of the site. This is where you will access your SNHU email and where you will complete the important steps on the following pages. Parents & Guardians We have designed a condensed version of the online Navigator for you to view from any computer so you can help your son/daughter chart their course before arriving in September. Just navigate to http://family.snhu.edu/family. If you have problems logging into your account, you can contact the SNHU Technology Help Desk by calling 1.855.877.9919. 2 Got questions? my.snhu.edu/orientation is a great place to start! Got questions? my.snhu.edu/orientation is a great place to start! 3 BEFORE ORIENTATION: 8 EASY STEPS STEP STEP 1 2 Complete Your Math & English Self-Placement Activities and Your Course Schedule Inventory (CSI) ! REMINDER! Please don’t forget to complete the activities/ inventory as part of your Orientation process. If you have any questions, you can email [email protected] or reach us at 603.645.9630. The first step toward creating your course schedule is to complete the required Math and English SelfPlacement Activities, which are located on mySNHU. These activities take approximately 30 minutes and should be completed in one sitting. Once you have completed the placement activities, you will access the Course Schedule Inventory (CSI) in your SNHU email inbox on mySNHU. The CSI is a course preference tool; please allow 15 minutes to complete. Using information from the selfplacement activities, your responses on the CSI and available courses, an advisor will register you for your fall classes. You will receive your fall schedule during one of the June Orientation sessions – at which time you will be given the opportunity to discuss related questions and change requests with an advisor, if desired. Students who are unable to attend will be notified about their fall course schedule in July or on a rolling basis throughout the summer. Complete Your Housing Profile (if applicable) Our campus houses 2,024 students in a variety of housing options that include residence halls, apartments, and townhouses. First year students generally reside in Residence Halls that offer single, double, triple, and quad accommodations. Each area has a live-in professional staff member (Residence Director) who supervises the student Resident Assistant staff, coordinates hall programming for the development of community, acts as a liaison for offices that provide support services for the resident students and provides referral to students in need of personal assistance. Residents are provided the opportunity to interact with other residents through activities and programs presented by the Residence Life Staff. To complete your personal profile and request a roommate, you will need to go to my.snhu.edu/orientation then go to the MyHousing Link in the middle of the Orientation page. Next, follow the step-by-step instructions on the portal. After you fill out your profile, please select different location types you’re looking for under “Living Preferences.” To begin these activities, please visit my.snhu.edu/orientation. If you have any questions, you can reach an advisor at 603.645.9630 or [email protected]. 6 Got questions? my.snhu.edu/orientation is a great place to start! Got questions? my.snhu.edu/orientation is a great place to start! 7 STEP SNHU Summer Bridge Programs 3 Sign up for Summer Orientation Sign up for Summer Orientation at my.snhu.edu/orientation. If you have not done so already, complete the English and Math self-placement activities, and the Course Schedule Inventory, then continue on to sign up for Summer Orientation. The summer Orientation dates are June 17, 19 and 22 for first year students. Also, this year we will have an overnight orientation on June 24 and 25. First year students in the Honors and Culinary programs are scheduled to attend June 26. Summer orientation for Transfer Students, except Culinary, including first year students transferring with more than 12 credits, will attend June 15. All new University College students are charged an Orientation Fee, which covers the cost of both the Summer Orientation and First Days programs. This is a comprehensive fee that is non-refundable. This covers the expenses associated with these programs for both students and family members. JumpStart ’15 Want to get a “Jumpstart” to your SNHU Experience? Join us for JumpStart ’15! JumpStart is a prematriculation program run through The Learning Center, designed for first year students to help them make a satisfactory transition to SNHU and enhance their chances for academic success. It includes workshops on academic preparedness, tours, and other informational activities, social activities, a one-week early arrival to campus with early check in for Fall housing, and interaction with a wide variety of campus resources (peers, faculty, staff, advisors). And it’s FUN! JumpStart ’15 will run from Monday, August 24 through Friday, August 28, and enrollment is limited to the first 50 accepted applicants. The cost is $450, which covers all workshops, room and board, social activities, and instructional costs. Note: Because this is a pre-college program, the program fee is not covered by financial aid. Questions? Contact Lori DeConinck, Director—The Learning Center at [email protected] or 603-629-4619. Take 5 At the Center for Community Engaged Learning we think you’ll be surprised at how much change you can make in just 5 days. Join us for 5 days of new friends while you spend 5 days learning about your new community and serving with local nonprofit organizations. We’ll choose a small group of incoming first year students to come to campus 5 days early from Monday, August 24 through Friday, August 28, to learn, connect, and serve. The cost of this program is $250. Interested? Contact the Center for Community Engaged Learning at 603-314-7965 or [email protected] for an application! 8 Got questions? my.snhu.edu/orientation is a great place to start! Got questions? my.snhu.edu/orientation is a great place to start! 9 STEP STEP 4 5 Complete Your Medical Records Complete Your Financial Aid Award SNHU cares about you and wants to help keep you healthy and happy. All students must complete and submit medical information to Health Services. One Stop is the place for all of your financial aid, billing and administrative student needs. One Stop partners with students and families to identify, educate, and award the best resources available so you can focus on experiencing a dynamic and exciting SNHU education. DO YOU HAVE MEDICAL OR HEALTH-RELATED QUESTIONS? • Please visit my.snhu.edu/orientation to read about medical record requirements for all students. Once you click “medical records” you will be brought to a secure system that will allow you to input your medical history, print necessary forms and upload recent physical and immunization history. This must be completed by move-in day. Download the form no later than August 1; complete and return by August 15. The Wellness Center is here to help. Contact them at 603-645-9679 or email [email protected]. • Complete the online alcohol and sexual assault module by August 15. Go to my.snhu.edu/orientation to take module. ? SNHU Health Services is licensed by the NH Department of Health and Human Services. Our nurse practitioner and nurses offer medical evaluation and treatment for common acute problems (e.g., cold/flu, sprains and strains, minor injuries, cuts, burns, urinary tract infections, rashes, and sexual health concerns). In addition, we provide personal health counseling, education regarding preventative health behaviors and symptom management, as well as assistance with university-sponsored insurance claims processing. Students are referred to community medical services as needed. Your financial aid award is determined on the basis of the information you or your parents provided on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). A financial aid award consists of gift aid (such as scholarships and grants, which do not need to be repaid) and self-help aid (such as federal student loans and federal work study which must be borrowed or earned). The Award Guide, available in the online Navigator, is a tool to assist you in understanding your financial aid award. Throughout this website, you will find information and instructions on: ? QUESTIONS ABOUT THE FINANCIAL AID PROCESS OR YOUR FINANCIAL AID AWARD? You don’t have to go it alone! Feel free to contact One Stop at 877.455.7648 or email [email protected]. • Accepting or declining your offered financial aid • Understanding your rights and responsibilities as a borrower You can visit the Department of Education’s Direct Loan website at studentloans.gov to finalize your Direct Stafford Loans. The following two steps must be completed by August 1: • Sign the Direct Loan Master Promissory Note • Complete the online Entrance Loan Counseling If you have been offered a Perkins Loan, you will receive an email to your SNHU email address after August 1 with the steps needed to complete and electronically sign the Perkins Loan Master Promissory Note. 10 Got questions? my.snhu.edu/orientation is a great place to start! Got questions? my.snhu.edu/orientation is a great place to start! 11 ? HAVING TROUBLE UNDERSTANDING YOUR BILL? We can help you! Contact One Stop at 877.455.7648 or email [email protected]. STEP STEP 6 7 Understand How to Pay Your Bill Register with NCAA Eligibility Center The online Navigator provides you with helpful information on paying your bill and/or enrolling in a payment arrangement with Tuition Management Systems (TMS), as well as information on Financial Aid, tuition, fees, medical insurance, housing rates, and dining plans. Do you enjoy sports? You can make that part of your SNHU experience as well. SNHU is an NCAA Division II institution, so if you want to play for an SNHU team, you must register with the NCAA Eligibility Center at eligibilitycenter.org. Please note that payment of the net balance due must be received by the due dates shown below. See your school counselor or visit my.snhu.edu/orientation for more information. If you have questions, please contact Shawn Green, SNHU Assistant Athletic Director for Compliance, at 603.645.9783 or [email protected]. Payment is due in full by: Fall Due Date: August 3, 2015 Spring Due Date: January 4, 2016 You must complete your Health Insurance Waiver form before August 1 if you have private insurance. Health insurance waiver forms are available through One Stop and are returned to One Stop. 12 Got questions? my.snhu.edu/orientation is a great place to start! Got questions? my.snhu.edu/orientation is a great place to start! 13 STEP 8 Connect to Technology If you are unable to access your SNHU email with your email address and password, then please contact the SNHU Technology Help Desk. You may verify that you know this information by logging in to mySNHU at my.snhu.edu. Up-To-Date Anti-Virus Anti-virus is important as it scans your computer to ensure that viruses are identified and quarantined/ removed before they cause further damage. Please make sure you have the latest Virus Definitions file. Feel free to contact the Help Desk with any questions. SNHU requires both Macs and PCs to have an anti-virus program installed and up to date. Students who reside on campus can be provided with free anti-virus software from Symantec by going to webapps.snhu.edu/Symantec. Up-To-Date Operating System In Microsoft Windows, the Windows/Microsoft Update website (windowsupdate.microsoft.com) will scan your computer and offer the latest updates for download. In Mac OS X, the Software Update program from the Apple Menu will provide the latest updates to all of Mac OS X and Apple Software. The latest updates to your Operating System are required to access the SNHU Network. Visit my.snhu.edu/orientation for more information or if you would like to speak with someone at the SNHU Technology Help Desk. You can get in touch by stopping by the Technology Help Desk & Repair Center in Exeter Hall, the IT Solutions Service Desk in the Library Learning Commons or by calling us at 1.855.877.9919. ? TECHNOLOGY HELP DESK Technolgy have you stumped? Be sure to reach out to the SNHU Help Desk, you can get in touch by stopping by the Help Desk in Exeter Hall or at the Library Learning Commons, or by calling us at 603.626.9000. You can also open Help Desk Cases through mySNHU. Login at my.snhu.edu and look for this link under the Technology section on the left-side Navigation menu. There you can view your active Help Desk cases or open a new one. 14 Got questions? my.snhu.edu/orientation is a great place to start! Got questions? my.snhu.edu/orientation is a great place to start! 15 NAVIGATOR TO-DO LIST Before Summer Orientation Step 1 – Complete CSI and Math & ? ADDITIONAL OFFICES AND INFORMATION The online Navigator also offers links to more details about our campus community, office, and local community. Information on Academic Advising, the Campus Store, Dining Services, the Laptop Program and much more can be found at my.SNHU.edu/ orientation under the offices drop down menu. English self-placement activities Step 2 – Complete your Housing Profile (if applicable) Step 3 – Sign up for Summer Orientation Step 4 – Complete and either mail back or upload your Medical Record form. Step 5 – Complete your Financial Aid award Step 6 – Understand how to pay your bill, and pay any remaining balance by August 30 Step 7 – Apply for NCAA eligibility by August 3 (if applicable) Step 8 – Update your anti-virus software before arriving on campus Before Classes Begin Fill out Insurance waiver form by August 15. The form is downloaded from, and returned to One Stop If interested in working on-campus in a Federal Work-Study or University Paid position, you can begin to view and apply for positions on August 1; see page 22 for details Register for your parking permit; see page 27 for details If you have been offered a Perkins Loan, sign the Perkins Loan Master Promissory Note (MPN) after August 1. (You will receive an email to your SNHU email account from One Stop with the instructions on how to complete and electronically sign the Perkins MPN) Purchase your Laptop (place your order by August 15) Purchase books for classes Read through the Student Handbook and agree to abide by SNHU guidelines Add money to your Penmen Cash Account See page 23 for details Activate your HigherOne Mastercard debit card Sign up to receive important information through SNHU Alerts (highly recommended) Sign the SNHU Institutional Promissory Note (before August 3) by visiting snhu.edu/9461.asp Complete the online alcohol and sexual assault module by August 15 After Arriving on Campus Attend First Days Orientation program to get you off to a great start Attend Involvement Fair on September 9, 2015 16 Got questions? my.snhu.edu/orientation is a great place to start! Got questions? my.snhu.edu/orientation is a great place to start! 17 YOUR NEW LIFE ON CAMPUS: THE ESSENTIALS LIVING, LEARNING, LEADING ? HOUSING QUESTIONS? Director of Residence Life, Shannon Brown, can point you in the right direction! Contact her at [email protected], or at 603.645.9758. Living on campus and away from home can seem scary, but it is also a great way to get involved, make friends, and develop your independence. The Office of Residence Life prides itself on being your home-awayfrom-home and has developed some great housing options, as well as informational, online platforms, to ensure an effortless transition. By visiting the Residence Life page, also known as MyHousing, on the my.snhu portal, you’ll gain access to information about what makes each residence area unique. All housing areas are supplied with basic furniture needs, access to laundry facilities, and lockable entries. Because of these universal features, the selection process is based on your personal preferences on location and special amenities. You must factor in current availability, too, so early registration is encouraged! If you’re looking for special themed housing, or a residential learning community, we have an option for that, too! Details and applications for our Wellness floor are accessible by visiting the MyHousing link through the Orientation portal. One of the Office of Residence Life’s missions is to make a difference, and SNHU students are often making a difference outside of the classroom while increasing their learning experiences. In 2014, students on campus attended 2,061 programs on the topics of academics, healthy living skills, life skills, and diversity. There were a total of 17,931 participants at these events. In 2014, our Resident Assistant staff, comprised of 77 upper-class student leaders held an average GPA of 3.45. Students who are living in our residence halls are making a difference in and out of the classroom! We strive to customize your living experience as much as possible. To ensure that each student’s voice is heard, we developed the MyHousing interface. By creating an account, you’ll be guided through a profile set-up, getting connected with other students of similar interests, as well as being one step closer to finalizing your living space for the year. Once you’ve established all of these points, you’ll also be able to finalize your meal plan option. 20 Got questions? my.snhu.edu/orientation is a great place to start! Got questions? my.snhu.edu/orientation is a great place to start! CAMPUS TRADITIONS SNHUSTOCK SNHUstock is an annual music festival that closes out Spring Week each year. In addition to great live music, check out local artists, food trucks, games and other outdoor activities! 21 CAMPUS TRADITIONS THE MAJOR CONCERT Every spring semester, SNHU opens its doors to give students the opportunity to see a well-known artist without leaving campus. Past artists include comedian Dane Cook, Matt Kearney, Kip Moore, Sammy Adams, and 3OH3!, to name a few. 22 SNHU Student Employment and Work-Study Penmen Cash The SNHU student employment program is developed to prepare students for life after graduation by providing part-time employment opportunities that give students the chance to gain valuable work experience, whether related to their course of study or not, and that also encourage community service. Penmen Cash is a place for students to manage their campus card account, which is used for various dining locations, the campus book store, vending machines, and laundry on-campus. Students are able to put money on their card via the web or by using the Penmen Cash app on their smartphone. In addition to managing their cash with this service, they also have access to valuable information, such as their account balance, spending history, and they can also report a lost or stolen card at any time; day or night. Many Federal Work-Study positions are available on-campus as well as in the greater Manchester community. If you were offered Federal Work-Study as part of your financial aid package, you can apply for a work-study position. Federal Work-Study positions are not guaranteed; you must apply and be hired for an open position. The university also has a limited number of university-paid positions. Any student regardless of financial need can apply for a university-paid position. More information about student employment and work-study, including what work documents you need before you begin your job, is available online. Visit bit.ly/SNHUwork for details. (Web address is case sensitive.) Got questions? my.snhu.edu/orientation is a great place to start! Families Penmen Cash allows parents, guardians or other relatives the opportunity to deposit funds into their student’s Penmen Cash account. Students can give their family members—parents, guardians, or other relative—permission to do so by following the link on the right side of the page, or they can send a request to add funds through e-mail. Do you have questions about this program? Contact One Stop at [email protected] or call 877.455.7648. Got questions? my.snhu.edu/orientation is a great place to start! bit.ly/penmencash.google bit.ly/penmencashapp 23 Manchester Area Information How to Get There Manchester is one of the largest and most dynamic cities in northern New England. With a population of just over 100,000, Manchester combines small-town charm with a lively cultural scene. Bus Service We have a city bus that comes directly to our campus. Go listen to music. We’re home to two orchestras, an opera company, and dozens of nightclubs. Go shopping. Stores here range from upscale boutiques to funky thrift stores—and there’s no sales tax. Go out to eat. Downtown Manchester boasts more than 70 restaurants. Go cheer for a local sports team. We’re home to the Manchester Monarchs hockey team and the Fisher Cats baseball team. Go fishing, go for a hike, or go skiing. The Manchester area has it all. Check out some of the links below to find area dining, lodging, shopping and things to do: A place to stay intownmanchester.com nh.com ● newhampshire.com visitnh.gov ● manchester-chamber.org ● 24 A place to eat Shopping Outdoor Activities Indoor Activities ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Taxi Services Whether you need a ride to the airport, or just want to head into Manchester to do some shopping or go out to eat, here are a few options for taxi and airport services that will pick you up on campus. Taxi Inc: 603.669.8765 Town and Country Taxi: 603.668.3440 Manchester Taxi: 603.623.2222 West Side Taxi: 603.668.2444 Executive Airport Service: 603.625.2999 Royal Airport Service: 800.494.0508 Queen City Taxi: 603.622.0008 www.intownmanchester.com www.nh.com www.newhampshire.com www.visitnh.gov www.manchester-chamber.org What are you looking for? Visit bit.ly/MTAbusschedule for an up-to-date bus schedule. See Route 5 – SNHU/River Road ● Got questions? my.snhu.edu/orientation is a great place to start! Got questions? my.snhu.edu/orientation is a great place to start! 25 SNHU Athletics Family Connections The official website for the SNHU Penmen Athletic program is snhupenmen.com. Follow them throughout the year. Better yet, plan to come to the games and cheer on our teams to victory! You can find information about upcoming programs and activities, as well as contact information for key departments and services. To stay connected, link to http://family.snhu.edu/family, which is the accessible portal for families of SNHU students. Commuter Resources CAMPUS TRADITIONS COMMUTER WEEK Each year during the spring semester, the Office of Student Involvement hosts a Commuter Appreciation Week to acknowledge the extra effort commuter students make and to show appreciateion for commuter students. Events, which are all held during the day at times convenient for commuters, often include BINGO, coffee breaks, giveaways and novelty programs, and a commuter luncheon. 26 If you’ve decided not to live on campus and will be commuting to SNHU, there are still many ways for you to get connected, get involved, and have a fulfilling and vibrant experience as an SNHU student. Commuter Services, which is housed within the Office of Student Involvement, is available as a resource to help you connect, answer questions you have, and be sure you have a great experience at SNHU. Visit the Commuter Services page on mySNHU.edu to find a listing of available resources. There are lockers available in the Student Center for students to hold their belongings between classes, and the Wellness Center, housed within the Student Center, is available to commuter students as well. Specific meal plans are offered for commuters who want to take advantage of the many dining options on campus. Planned by Commuter Assistants, the Office of Student Involvement runs events each month that happen during the day as a way to connect commuters. And as an online resource, the SNHU Commuters page on Facebook is a great way to reach out, interact with other commuters, and learn about commuter programs. Parking Decals All SNHU students are required to purchase a parking decal if they plan to park on campus. These decals are ordered online at snhu.thepermitstore.com. To order a decal, you will need your SNHU student ID number. This will need to be entered at the time the decal is ordered so your student account can be charged accordingly. You will be billed by SNHU for this charge in the month following the online order. At the time of purchase, you will also be asked to add vehicle information and to enter the mailing address for delivery of the parking decal. You will need this information handy to register for the decal. All students can begin ordering decals for 2015-16 online on Monday, August 3, 2015. We are not yet sure if there will be a cap placed on the number of freshman decals made available for 2015-16. The costs for 2015-16 decals will be as follows: • Freshman Resident Day $204.95 • Returning Resident Day $104.95 • Commuter Day/COCE $54.95 CAMPUS TRADITIONS WEEKLY BINGO! Each week, the Coordinators of Activities and Programming Events (CAPE) host a BINGO event where students can win many different prizes based on the theme of the week. Occasionally, they will host “Big Money BINGO” with even bigger prizes. For questions about commuter resources, contact Meagan Sage at [email protected]. Got questions? my.snhu.edu/orientation is a great place to start! Got questions? my.snhu.edu/orientation is a great place to start! 27 CAMPUS TRADITIONS VETERAN’S WEEK Just some of the week’s events include a heavy equipment display, there is also a food, blanket, and clothing drive for homeless vets, a film night, and networking events. Verterans Week is capped by a simulcast of the “Concert for Valor” and is shown at the Last Chapter Pub. DeColfmacker Veteran’s Lounge Office of Diversity Initiatives Located in Room 113 of the Robert A. Freese Student Center, the DeColfmacker Veteran’s Lounge is your place on campus to connect with other student veterans, or to be connected to information and experts on the services, support, and benefits that you are entitled to receive. The lounge has room to study and socialize with other student veterans, and features a television, movie library, game system, and complimentary coffee and soda. To learn more about the DeColfmacker Veteran’s Lounge, access a comprehensive listing of veteran resources, or to subscribe to the student veteran listserv, visit http://bit.ly/1Fy6vQZ. (Web address is case sensitive.) Many Faces, New Perspectives, One University Southern New Hampshire University is a multicultural, multi-ethnic, multi-generational and multi-gender campus. We believe diversity is integral to our university culture and is essential to fulfilling our mission. The Office of Diversity Initiatives invites students who self-identify as a person of color, a person of Caribbean descent (Cape Verdean, Dominican, Haitian, Jamaican, Puerto Rican, etc.), a member of the LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning) community or of multi-racial/cultural heritage as well as those who are allies, to connect with us, please email [email protected]. Feel free to reach out to Veteran’s Services prior to orientation. The staff would like to meet you at your orientation, so setting up a time to meet that day will help you learn more about their services before you arrive for classes. At orientation SNHU Veterans can meet with representatives from the following groups: • SNHU Veteran Support Services • SNHU Military Financial Services • SNHU Career Development Office • SNHU Student Veterans Club • Manchester VA Medical Center • VA Vocational Rehabilitation Office 28 Got questions? my.snhu.edu/orientation is a great place to start! President’s Commission for LGBTQ Advocacy The President’s Commission for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer Advocacy is dedicated to the promotion of a campus climate defined by equality, civility and respect. The commission strives to ensure a safe, positive experience for its students, faculty, staff and alumni who identify as part of the LGBTQ community through advocacy, policy review, programming and education. CAMPUS TRADITIONS SOUL FOOD DINNER Held annually in the second semester, The Soul Food dinner allows guests to experience our diverse student community and enjoy favorite comfort foods. Attendees can sample Southern, Caribbean, Asian & Latin cuisines. Sponsored by the Beloved Community, the Office of Diversity Initiatives, and the SNHU Culinary Arts Program. For additional resources, visit the Office of Diversity Initiatives in the Student Center, room 112. You’ll find a mulitcultural lounge space and an LGBTQ resource room. For details, visit my.snhu.edu/CommunityLife/LGBTQAdvocacy. Got questions? my.snhu.edu/orientation is a great place to start! 29 Robert A. Freese Student Center The Robert A. Freese Student Center houses the Campus Bookstore, Penmen Place, Copies Plus, Concierge Desk, Interfaith Prayer Room, and Club Suite. Also located in this building are offices for the Dean of Students, Student Center Operations, Office of Student Involvement, Campus Ministry, Veteran’s Services, and Diversity Initiatives, Wellness Center, and LGBTQ support services. There is also meeting/ programming space which includes The Last Chapter Pub, the Corcoran Conference Room, and small conference rooms. There are student organization offices in the building, which include the Student Government Association, Coordinators of Activities & Programming Events (CAPE), Inter-Greek Council, Beloved Community, LGBTQ Office, and Radio SNHU. Many students pick up their mail and attend student events, and hangout in this central location on campus. Relax and Eat in the Dining Center The Dining Center has offerings ranging from great international dishes at the Euro to burger options at the Mill City Grill. In addition, La Trattoria offers flat bread pizzas, quesadillas, and paninis. Getting a wrap or sub is never a problem at the Ultimate Deli or shake things up a bit at the Global Cuisine, featuring a Mongolian Grill. The Salad Toss is there for those salad bar lovers and for those in a hurry you can swing by the Express Zone for an on-the-go meal or snack. The Dining Center has so many great features. Whether it’s the food, banquet facilities, atmosphere, or a quick cup of coffee, we look forward to serving you and sharing in the excitement. 30 Got questions? my.snhu.edu/orientation is a great place to start! EVENTS CAMPUS TRADITIONS During First Days, new students (and returning students) get all their shopping done at Target! The store is open for SNHU students ONLY. The night features food, music and lots of shopping. So don’t worry if you forget something during move-in day, you can get it at Target. 32 First Days Homecoming Weekend At the beginning of the fall semester, SNHU welcomes all new students to campus. This is called First Days, which begins with the Sunday check-in for Resident and Commuter Students. First Days promises to be a fun and exciting way to connect with new friends, gain more knowledge about the institution, and just have a great time experiencing your new community. October 16–18, 2015 This is a weekend for the families of our current students, alumni, faculty, staff and students to come together for a range of activities including a golf tournament, a street fair, music, sporting events, workshops, and more. Highlights during the program will be the Target Shopping Event on Sunday night, meeting your orientation groups, listening to guest speakers, learning about the expectations of being an SNHUdent, participating in the New Student Convocation, and finishing off the week with a “Drive-in Movie” on Larkin Field. More details can be found at http://my.snhu.edu/orientation. The Involvement Fair September 9, 2015 The Involvement Fair is held in the fall and spring at SNHU. This is a great opportunity to find a club or organization that interests you, or a place to volunteer. There will be more than 100 clubs and organizations from SNHU and the local community to visit and learn about. Representatives will be available to answer questions. Examples of the clubs and types of organizations that will be on hand include academic, community service, intramurals and athletic clubs, fraternities and sororities and media groups. Got questions? my.snhu.edu/orientation is a great place to start! We hope you will put it on the calendar and plan to be part of this annual tradition. Details of the weekend will be posted on bit.ly/snhuhomecoming. Penmen Pride The Penmen Pride Program is a Student Government Association initiative that encourages and rewards students for attending campus events. Throughout the semester, certain events are deemed Penmen Pride events, allowing attendees to earn points just for going. Each event is worth, one, two or three points, and twice a semester, SGA runs double points weeks, allowing students to earn points twice as fast. At the end of each semester, points are totaled for the Prize Giveaway. Prizes are awarded based on the amount of points accumulated, and given out on a three-tier system; the more points a student has, the better the prize. And, one student with the most points, will receive the grand prize and have their name displayed on a plaque in the student center. Participants can check their points, view standings— including the Top Ten—and see the schedule of daily Penmen Pride events by visiting snhusga.org. The SNHU campus has a lot to offer with dozens of club, athletic, and university events each week. The Penmen Pride program rewards students just for having fun! Got questions? my.snhu.edu/orientation is a great place to start! CAMPUS TRADITIONS LATE NIGHT BREAKFAST Late Night Breakfast is a SNHU Tradition held the Wednesday before finals each semester. The Dining Center is open from 10:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. for FREE breakfast for all students. In addition to breakfast, there will also be activities such as free chair massages, photo novelties, giveaways, and music to help fuel students during a busy and stressful finals week. Great food and fun activities! 33 CALENDAR 2015 ONE-STOP DEADLINES EVENTS ORIENTATION Classes begin/end/finals 2016 JUNE 2015 Sun JULY 2015 Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 2 3 4 5 6 Sun Mon 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 5 6 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 12 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 JANUARY 2016 Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 2 3 4 7 8 9 10 11 3 4 5 6 13 14 15 16 17 18 10 11 12 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 17 18 26 27 28 29 30 31 24 Columbus Day October 12 Homecoming Weekend October 16 – 18 Thanksgiving Break November 25 – 27 Last Day of Classes December 11 AUGUST 2015 Sun Mon 25 Thu Fri Sat 1 2 7 8 9 13 14 15 19 20 21 26 27 28 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri 1 2 3 4 5 Sat 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 16 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 22 23 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 29 30 28 29 Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 2 MARCH 2016 Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 2 3 4 5 Sun Mon APRIL 2016 Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 2 3 4 5 Sun Mon 3 4 5 6 7 8 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 25 26 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 20 21 22 23 24 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 27 28 29 30 30 30 31 OCTOBER 2015 4 Start of Spring Classes January 19 11 18 25 26 Mon 5 Tue NOVEMBER 2015 Wed 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 ? SNHU has over 50 clubs and organizations, and 200+ events annually that you can get involved with once you arrive on campus. Check them out on mySNHU at the Office of Student Involvement under the “Offices” drop down. MAY 2016 Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri 1 2 3 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 2 3 4 5 6 Sat 7 8 9 10 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 6 7 12 13 14 15 16 17 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 19 20 21 22 23 24 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 27 28 29 30 31 29 30 29 30 31 FOLLOW SNHU ON SOCIAL MEDIA! @SNHUOnCampus SNHUOnCampus /groups/SNHUStudents2015 /groups/SNHUParents2015 DECEMBER 2015 Last day of classes April 29 Sun Final exams May 2 – 6 6 7 34 Wed 2 Winter Break December 21 – January 18 Commencement May – to be announced Tue 9 Sun Classes resume March 21 SEPTEMBER 2015 1 Final Exams December 14 – 18 Spring Break March 14 – 18 Mon 31 First Days August 30 – September 1 Start of classes September 2 Sun FEBRUARY 2016 Mon @SNHUOnCampus Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 2 3 4 5 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Got questions? my.snhu.edu/orientation is a great place to start! SNHUOnCampus Got questions? my.snhu.edu/orientation is a great place to start! 35 CAMPUS MAP Places You will Need to Know a. Office of Freshman Admission b. Office of Transfer Admission c. Office of International Admission d. One Stop/Financial Aid e. Career Development Center f. Residence Life g. Wellness Center h. Campus Store i. Post Office j. Public Safety k. World Affairs Council l. New Hampshire Writer’s Project m.Conference and Event Services ! IMPORTANT! Parking regulations are strictly enforced, so PLEASE obey all posted parking signs. All SNHU Campus Buildings 1. Athletic Complex 2. New Castle Hall 3. Greeley Hall 4. Whittier Hall 5. Winnipesaukee Hall 6. Merrimack Hall 7. Ossipee Hall 8. Kearsarge Hall 9. Spaulding Hall 10.Winnisquam Hall 11.Chocorua Hall 12.Exeter Hall 13.Stark Hall 14.Robert A. Freese Student Center 16.Belknap Hall 17.Robert Frost Hall 18.Library Learning Commons 19.Morrissey House 20.Ford House 21.Dining Center 22.Academic Center 23.Hospitality Center 24.Washington Hall 25.Sunapee Hall 26.Cranmore Hall 27.Attitash Hall 28.Hillsboro Hall 29.Rockingham Hall 30.Central Receiving 31.Operations Center 32.Webster Hall 33.Webster House 34.Madison House 35.Lincoln Hall 36.Conway Hall 37.Hampton Hall 38.Windsor Hall 39.Tuckerman Hall Parking WResident Student Only (West of N. River Road) CCommuter Students, Staff/Faculty, Visitor Only EResident Students Only (East of N. River Road) L Handicap and Loading SDX Sodexo Employee Only S/F Staff and faculty Only VVisitor Parking * No Parking midnight to 6:00 a.m. 36 Got questions? my.snhu.edu/orientation is a great place to start! 2500 North River Road Manchester NH 03106-1045 Phone: 603.629.4631 | Fax: 603.629.4634 [email protected] Center for Student Involvement Robert A. Freese Student Center
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