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2014-2015 ACADEMIC CALENDAR & RESOURCE GUIDE
www.ohio.edu/aac/cap
USER GUIDE
Each month of this calendar features information to
answer questions about aspects of life at OU. If you have
any questions about any of the information presented
here, ask your CAP Advisor or CAP Peer Advisor.
BELOW IS A LIST OF EACH MONTH’S TOPICS:
CAP services/Important phone numbers
Preface
A taste of the AAC Preface
Campus Resources for Work and Play Preface
Academics & Social Media
Preface
Transition to College August
Managing your time
September
Academic Advising/Registration
October
Managing Stress & Anxiety
November
Getting Involved December
Financial Aid January
Scholarships February
Working while in College March
Choosing a major April
Recapping freshman year
May
Summer Plans June
The Must-Do’s while in Athens
July
ACADEMIC ADVANCEMENT
CENTER STAFF
Cynthia King
Trevis Thompson
[email protected]/593-2650
[email protected]/593-2653
Associate Dean,
Academic Skills Instructor
University College Executive Director,
Computer Lab Manager
AAC & CAP
Academic Advisor
Academic Advisor
Julie French
Kevin Geiger
[email protected]/593-2655
[email protected]/593-2649
Asst. Coordinator, Tutoring Services
Assistant Director of CAP
Academic Advisor
Lead Academic Advisor
Tonga Cox
Barbara Thomas
[email protected]/593-2648
[email protected]/593-2644
Academic Skills Instructor
Administrative Associate
Academic Advisor
Joan Zelaya
[email protected]/593-2720
Coordinator, Tutoring Services
Academic Advisor
Amanda Remnant
[email protected]/593-2652
Coordinator,
Supplemental Instruction
Academic Advisor
Christine Smith
[email protected]/593-2654
Coordinator,
Academic Skills Instruction
Academic Advisor
Sarah Mitchell
[email protected]/593-2894
Academic Skills Instructor
Academic Advisor
Charles Wilson
[email protected]/593-2651
Academic Skills Instructor
Academic Advisor
Jonathan Renard
[email protected]/593-2644
Graduate Associate, CAP
Here’s a taste of what we offer:
Peer Tutoring
• Find a tutor for over 200 courses
Math Center
• FREE 30-minute 1-on-1 sessions with math
tutor
• Drop-in sessions: 7-9pm, Sun-Thurs
Study Skills
• Note-taking, exam prep, college reading skills
• Free individual tutoring available
Science Center
• FREE 30-minute 1-on-1 sessions with
Skill-Building Courses
science tutor
• UC 1060 Academic Computing
• Drop-in sessions: 7-9pm, Sun-Thurs
• UC 1100 Learning Strategies
• UC D998 College Reading Strategies
Student Writing Center
• FREE 50-minute 1-on-1 sessions
Supplemental Instruction
• Drop-in sessions also available
• FREE out-of-class study sessions for traditionally • Located on 2nd floor of Alden
challenging courses
Employment Opportunities
Computer Lab
• Tutors
• FREE 1-on-1 assistance
• SI Leaders
• FREE printing for CAP students
• Computer Lab Assistants
• Mac’s & PC’s, digital cameras, scanners,
www.ohio.edu/aac
CD/DVD burners, video editing
What do we do?
CAP promotes academic success and supports college completion for all of its participants. CAP has helped
students adjust to the demands of college life for 30 plus years at OHIO. CAP helps students just like you accomplish great things by offering a wide variety of academic support services at no cost to students. These
services include:
• FREE TUTORING: Available for many courses. CAP students may receive up to 4 hours per course, per week
of complimentary tutoring.
• UC COURSES: All CAP students are required to take UC 1100: Learning Strategies. Students whose ACT or SAT
scores indicate a need also take UC D998: College Reading Skills and/or UC 1060: Academic Computing
Skills.
• ACADEMIC ADVISING: Students are assigned a CAP advisor to answer questions, offer suggestions, advise
them on course selection, and more. Students must meet with their CAP advisor each semester before
scheduling but are welcome to do so more often.
• PEER ADVISORS: CAP freshmen and sophomores are assigned a Peer Advisor (PA) to help them adjust to
the rigors of college life. PAs maintain frequent contact and are available to assist as needed. PAs also staff
Study Tables, a 2-hour block each week when any CAP student can drop by for help studying.
• COMPUTER ASSISTANCE: CAP co-sponsors a computer learning lab where students receive assistance with
tech-related issues. Skilled lab assistants help students better use technology to complete class assignments.
CAP students receive FREE printing, including color printing, in this lab in the AAC.
• CULTURAL EVENT TICKETS: CAP pays a portion of the ticket price for CAP students who want to attend cultural events on campus. Watch for e-mails about upcoming events.
• TECHNOLOGY LOAN PROGRAM: CAP will loan graphing and non-graphing calculators to CAP students. Just
ask a CAP staff member about this service.
Academic Advancement Center
593-2644
Alden Library 593-2699
Allen Student Help Center
566-8888
Baker Center Front Desk/Info Center
593-4000
Safe-T Patrol (Campus Escort)
593-4040
Campus Safety593-1911
Career Services593-2909
Financial Aid593-4141
Commuter Student Services
593-1935
Student Involvement Center
593-4025
OU Police Department593-1911
Ombudsman593-2627
Parking Services593-1917
Registrar593-4191
Student Accessibility Services
593-2620
Office for Multicultural Student Access And Retention 593-9376
College Offices
Arts & Sciences593-2845
Business593-2000
Communication593-4883
Education593-4400
Engineering & Technology593-1474
Fine Arts593-1808
Health Sciences & Professions
593-9336
Honors Tutorial593-2723
University College593-1935
Emergency Weather
Information/School Closings (WOUB Radio) 593-1171
Scalia Lab Hotline 593-1717
Campus Care, OU’s Student Health Center
Counseling & Psychological Services
593-1616
Health Promotion593-4742
Medical Clinic593-4730
Pharmacy593-4738
Work Hard Play Hard
Baker University Center
http://www.ohio.edu/eventservices/baker/
Baker is our campus student center for many reasons.
See below for just a few:
OU’s main library on campus. The 2nd floor is known as the
Learning Commons. During the week, the Learning Commons is
open 24 hours a day. http://www.library.ohiou.edu/
Aquatic Center - Care for a swim?
Hungry? Thirsty?
• The Front Room: Coffeehouse located on the 4th floor
• Latitude 39: Fine dining restaurant located on the 1st floor
• West 82: Food court located on the 1st floor
Want to get involved at OHIO?
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Alden Library, on the College Green,
Black Student Cultural Programming Board: Room 364
International Student Union: Room 365
Student Senate: Room 305
University Program Council: Room 363
Greek Life: Room 330
Leadership Center: Room 366
Student-Led Media, such as, ACRN,
Athens Video Works, The Athena & The Post: Rooms 325-327
For a list of all 350+ student organizations, go to:
http:/www.ohio.edu/involvement/
Marching 110
http://www.ohio.edu/recreation/aquatic/
Bird Arena - Ice skating? Hockey?
http://www.ohio.edu/recreation/bird/
Bursar’s Office
Located in Chubb Hall, this is where all information about students’ fees is handled and payments are made. Or you can
access this through your My OHIO portal, “Accounts” tab.
OHIO Information Technology
For email, software & downloads, hardware, internet & network
access, ID cards, and more. Available by phone at 593-1222.
http://www.ohio.edu/oit/
Outdoor Pursuits
Ask them about the New Adventures program for the Class of
2017? http://www.ohio.edu/recreation/outdoorpursuits/
Ping Center
For free weights, indoor climbing wall, group fitness classes, a
running track, resistance & cardio equipment, martial arts, and
courts for a variety of sports.
http://www.ohio.edu/recreation/ping
Important Dates
AUGUST
Wednesday, August 20
• Last day to decrease or cancel meal plan for academic year
• International student orientation for undergraduate students
Thursday, August 21
• Residence halls open at 9:00 a.m. for new students
• First meal served on board plan (lunch)
• Fall semester tuition and fees due for students registered by July 31
Friday, August 22
• Residence halls open at 9:00 a.m. for new students
• Admissions, Bursar, Financial Aid, Housing, and Registrar offices
open extended hours until 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, August 23
• Residence halls open at 9:00 a.m. for new students
• Admissions, Bursar, Financial Aid, Housing, and Registrar offices
open 10:00 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Sunday, August 24
• Last day to cancel registration for fall semester (remove all courses
and fees) Note: Cancellation of registration is defined as dropping
all classes before the first day of classes.
Monday, August 25
• Fall semester classes begin!
Friday, August 29
• Last day to add a fall semester class without instructor’s approval
Saturday, August 30
• Last day to check out of residence hall to receive 80% housing/
dining refund
The College Transition
If you’re like most students, you probably have some
concerns about starting college. You may even have
asked yourself some of these questions:
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How will I learn my way around campus?
Will I be able to handle the coursework?
Will I make friends?
How will I balance work and school?
What if I get sick?
Once you start classes and get into your new routines,
many of these fears will probably go away on their own.
It can also help to talk to someone; for example, your
peers and your peer advisor. Remember that you are
not alone.
We created this calendar to help ease your transition
into college. College is a time of learning about yourself and the world. It doesn’t have to be the frightening
event some students envision. We want to give you the
knowledge to calm your fears and the tools to help you
succeed.
AUGUST 2014
- International
undergrad
orientation
WEEK 1
- Last day
to cancel
registration for
fall semester
Fall semester
classes begin
- Residence halls - Residence halls - Residence halls
open @ 9 am
open @ 9 am
open @ 9 am
- First meal served
on plan
- Tutition & fees
due
- Last day to
add a fall
semester
class without
instructor’s
- Last day to
check out of
residence hall
to receive 80%
Important Dates
SEPTEMBER
Monday, September 1
• Labor Day holiday (University offices officially closed;
classes not in session)
Friday, September 5
• Last day to register for fall semester, to add a fall semester
class (instructor’s permission required), to remove (drop) a
fall semester class, to receive partial fee adjustment (80%)
of registration fees, to change a grading option for fall
semester class, to change college/major for fall semester,
for removing Incomplete grades incurred during last
enrollment
Friday, September 12
• Deadline to waive fall semester health insurance,
WellBeing Plan, and/or Student Legal Service
September 26 – 28
• Parents Weekend!
Managing your time
An important aspect of attending college is learning
how to manage your time. Going to college involves
balancing school, work, family, friends, and play. Most
students think they know how to manage their time
when they enter college. However, the truth is that time
management is a skill that often requires much effort.
The study skills teaching staff at the AAC recommends
making a schedule to help manage your time
efficiently.
Visit http://www.ohio.edu/tutoring/studyskills.cfm for
more information on the benefits of making a daily,
weekly, and semester schedule.
Don’t forget that CAP is here to help you! Talk to your
Professional or Peer Advisor if you are having time
management difficulties. Also, individual study skills
tutoring and UC courses are available through CAP and
the AAC.
SEPTEMBER 2014
WEEK 2
WEEK 3
Labor Day
(no classes)
- Last day to
register, add /
remove classes,
change major,
etc.
- Deadline
to waive fall
semester health
insurance /
Student Legal
Services
WEEK 4
WEEK 5
WEEK 6
PARENTS
WEEKEND
PARENTS
WEEKEND
PARENTS
WEEKEND
Important Dates
OCTOBER
Friday, October 3
• Fall Semester Reading Day (classes not in
session; University is open)
Monday, October 20
• Academic advising begins for spring
semester registration for continuing
students
Monday, October 27
• Priority Registration begins
Friday, October 31
• Last day to withdraw from (drop) an
individual class on your fall semester
schedule. Note: Course remains on
student’s academic record with WP/WF
grade and no fee adjustment.
• Halloween!
Registration & Advising
Registration
• You will register online. For detailed instructions, including a link to a helpful “how
to” video, go to http://www.ohio.edu/registrar/Register.cfm
• You can search for available classes at: http://webapps.ohio.edu/classes/search.
htm
• Be sure to register as soon as your time slot is available for the best chances of
getting into the classes you need at the times you choose.
See your CAP Advisor with any questions!
Academic Advising
Academic advising is important for all OU students. Your faculty advisor is typically a
professor in your college and/or major. S/he can help you plan your schedule, remind
you of your major’s requirements, suggest courses for you to take and answer other
questions you might have. Here is a list of steps to follow in order to make the most of
your academic advising.
• Find your advisor’s office in your first semester. Note office hours, telephone
number, and e-mail address.
• Take the initiative to contact your advisor. Don’t wait for your advisor to contact
you.
• Make an appointment during pre-registration, and meet with your advisor at least
once a semester.
• Remember that you are ultimately
responsible for seeing that all your
graduation requirements are met.
• Go to advising sessions with a draft
of your schedule for that semester.
Ask questions! Your advisor is there to
help you.
As a CAP student, you must discuss
classes with your CAP advisor in
addition to your faculty advisor.
Your CAP advisor will lift your CAP
registration hold once you have met
with him or her.
OCTOBER 2014
Reading Day
(no classes)
WEEK 7
WEEK 8
WEEK 9
WEEK 10
- Advising
begins for
Spring semester
- Priority
Registration
begins
- Last day to
drop a class on
Fall schedule
HALLOWEEN!
NOVEMBER
Managing Stress & Anxiety
College can be stressful! It can be difficult to balance
academics, activities, a social life, and work. Add
increasing pressure to do well academically, and some
students respond by turning to alcohol, drugs, overeating,
oversleeping, etc. These poor choices can be very harmful.
There are many ways to deal with stress in a healthy manner.
For example:
• Reduce stressors
• Eat regularly and nutritiously
• Exercise
• Have a support system
• Develop relaxation techniques
Important Dates
November 7 – 9
• Dads Weekend
Tuesday, November 11
• Veterans Day holiday (University offices officially
closed; classes not in session)
November 26 – November 30
• Thanksgiving Break – classes not in session
Exams & Assignments
One of the most stressful times of the semester is final exam
week. Being anxious about takings tests can negatively
impact health and grades. The following is a list of ways to
deal with test anxiety.
• Study in advance. Don’t wait until the last minute to
study for a test. Cramming the night before usually
increases stress.
• Get a good night’s sleep before exams.
• If you aren’t sure of something before a test, ask your
professor or TA for help.
• Study with a friend
• Visit your CAP Peer Advisor.
If all else fails and you feel like you can’t deal with the
stress on your own, you may want to visit Counseling and
Psychological Services (CPS). With the WellBeing portion of
the student health fee, you are entitled to 13 free individual
sessions per year, and unlimited free group mental health
services with CPS.
NOVEMBER 2014
WEEK 11
WEEK 12
DADS
WEEKEND
DADS
WEEKEND
DADS
WEEKEND
Veterans Day
(no classes)
WEEK 13
WEEK 14
THANKSGIVING
BREAK
THANKSGIVING THANKSGIVING
BREAK
BREAK
(no classes)
THANKSGIVING THANKSGIVING
BREAK
BREAK
Important Dates
DECEMBER
Monday, December 1
• Classes resume
Friday, December 5
• Last day to withdraw (drop) all classes from Fall semester
Saturday, December 6
• Last day of classes for fall semester
December 8 – 13
• Fall semester examination period
Saturday, December 13
• Residence halls close at 12:00 noon
• Fall semester closing date
Thursday, December 18
• Fall semester grades available
December 25 – January 1
• Winter Closure (University closed)
Spring Semester TO-DO List
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Get INVOLVED
Get the most out of your college experience by getting involved in
campus activities and taking advantage of all that the university has
to offer.
Cultural Activities
• These range from concerts and plays to speakers and workshops
and are held throughout the year. Attend to have fun, meet
interesting people, and maybe even learn something! As a CAP
student, you have access to free or discounted tickets to many of
these events. For a calendar of events, see http://www.ohio.edu/
calendar/.
Intercollegiate Sports
• Attend the events of any of OU’s 15 varsity sports. and/or play a
club or intramural sport. For information about OU athletics, go to
http://ohiobobcats.com. For information about club or intramural
opportunities, go to http://www.ohio.edu/recreation/intramural/.
Clubs and Volunteer Opportunities
• http://www.ohio.edu/involvement/
DECEMBER 2014
WEEK 15
- Classes
resume after
Thanksgiving
Break
- Last day to
withdraw (drop)
all classes from
Fall semester
- Classes over!
- Residence halls
close at 12:00
noon
- Fall semester
closing date
FINAL EXAMS
- Fall semester
grades
available
- University
closes until
January 1st
JANUARY
Happy Spring Semester!
Important Dates
Financial Aid
January 5 – 9
• International student orientation
College is expensive! It is to your benefit to educate
yourself about what type of aid you qualify for and
how to go about getting this aid. OU’s Office of Student
Financial Aid, located in 020 Chubb Hall, is a good place
to start http://www.ohio.edu/financialaid/
Saturday, January 10
• Residence halls open at 9:00 a.m.
Sunday, January 11
• Residence halls open at 9:00 a.m.
• Last day to cancel registration for spring semester (remove all courses
and fees)
• First meal served on board plan (brunch)
Monday, January 12
• Spring semester classes begin
Aid can come from one of four sources: the federal
government, state governments, educational institutions,
and private sources. You could qualify for aid that does
not have to be repaid, such as grants and scholarships,
as well as aid that does have to be repaid, such as loans.
Monday, January 19
• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day holiday (University offices officially closed;
classes not in session
The first step to finding out which types of aid you may
qualify for is to fill out the FAFSA (Free Application for
Federal Student Aid) to determine the level of your need,
as some types of financial aid are need based. You
complete the FAFSA online at http://www.fafsa.ed.gov.
Need-based programs include Subsidized Stafford and
Perkins Loans, and Federal Work-Study.
Wednesday, January 21
• Spring semester tuition and fees due for students registered by
December 31
CAP students may also be eligible for Student Support
Services Grant Aid. Check with Kevin Geiger, Assistant
Director of CAP, for more information.
Friday, January 23
• Last day to register, to add a class with instructor’s permission, drop
a class with possible fee adjustment, receive partial fee adjustment
for complete withdrawal, apply for pass/fail grading option, change
grading option, change college/major, remove Incomplete grades
incurred during last enrollment.
Above all, remember that there are options! Financial aid
can seem like an overwhelming maze of information, but
the OU Office of Student Financial Aid and CAP are here
to help you find your way through this maze. Be sure to
ask.
Friday, January 16
• Last day to add a spring semester class without instructor’s approval
Friday, January 30
• Deadline to waive spring semester health insurance, WellBeing Plan,
and/or Student Legal Service
JANUARY 2015
- International
student orientation
WEEK 1
Spring semester
classes begin
WEEK 2
Martin Luther King,
Jr. Day holiday
(no classes)
- Residence halls
open at 9:00 a.m.
- Last day to cancel
registration for spring
- First meal served on
board plan
WEEK 3
- Residence halls
open at 9:00 a.m.
- Last day to
add a spring
semester class
without instructor’s
approval
- Spring semester
tuition and fees
due for students
registered by
December 31
- Last day to
register, add /
remove classes,
change major,
etc.
- Deadline
to waive fall
semester health
insurance /
Student Legal
Services
Important Dates
FEBRUARY
February 6 – 8
• Sibs Weekend!
Saturday, February 7
• Last day to check out of residence hall to receive
20% housing/dining refund
Monday, February 16
• Summer semester registration begins at 8:00 a.m.
Friday, February 27
• Last meal served on board plan before Spring Break
(lunch)
Saturday, February 28
• Residence halls close at 12:00 noon for Spring Break
Scholarships
A scholarship is a type of financial aid that does not have to
be paid back. Finding one, though, can be a challenge, as
there are many places to look and eligibility requirements vary.
You may be able to find a scholarship based on your major,
college of enrollment, or grades.
Apply through OU http://www.ohio.edu/financialaid/scholar/
scholar_about.cfm.
• Find out if local service organizations, such as Rotary International or Lions Clubs International offer small scholarships.
Also check your local newspaper.
• Look into professional associations who offer scholarships.
Many of these are posted on http://www.fastweb.com
Other sites to explore:
• http://www.finaid.org
• http://www.collegeboard.org/
• http://www.firstinthefamily.org/collegeyears/index.html
FEBRUARY 2015
SIBS
WEEKEND!
WEEK 4
SIBS
WEEKEND!
- Last day to check
out of residence hall to
receive 20% housing/
dining refund
WEEK 5
SIBS
WEEKEND!
WEEK 6
WEEK 7
- Summer
semester
registration
begins at 8:00
a.m.
- Last meal
served on board
plan before
Spring Break
(lunch)
- Residence halls
close at 12:00
noon for Spring
Break
MARCH
Working while in school
Important Dates
March 1 – 7
• Spring Break (classes not in session)
Sunday, March 8
• Residence halls open at 9:00 a.m.
• First meal served on board plan after Spring Break (brunch)
Monday, March 9
• Classes resume
Monday, March 16
• Academic advising begins for fall semester registration for
continuing students
Monday, March 23
• Fall semester priority registration begins
Friday, March 27
• Last day to withdraw from (drop) an individual class on your
spring semester schedule
Balancing work and school can be difficult. Here
are some tips for successfully combining work and
academics.
• Try to work on campus. This will make it easier for
you to work between classes. It will also help to
have an employer who recognizes that you are
a student and understands that your education
comes first. OU offers many places to work and
has job programs such as PACE and CSES hourly.
Federal work-study positions are also available for
those who qualify.
• Don’t work more than 20 hours per week.
MARCH 2015
Spring Break
(classes not in
session)
WEEK 9
- Residence halls
open at 9:00 a.m.
- First meal served
on board plan after
Spring Break (brunch)
Classes
resume
WEEK 10
- Academic
advising begins
for fall semester
registration
WEEK 11
- Fall semester
priority
registration
begins
WEEK 12
- Last day to
withdraw from
(drop) an
individual class
APRIL
Choosing a Major
Important Dates
April 10 – 12
• Moms Weekend
Tuesday, April 21
• Spring semester monthly payment plan installment #4 due
Friday, April 24
• Last day to withdraw (drop all classes) from spring
semester
Saturday, April 25
• Last day of classes for spring semester
April 27 – May 1
• Spring semester examination period
Being undecided about your major at this point is not
uncommon. Approximately 30% of first-year students are
undecided when they enter the university, and nearly 60%
of students change their majors at least once. Students
at OU may remain undecided until they have earned 45
credit hours.
University College is an academic college at OU that
serves undecided students who are interested in exploring
the university’s options before deciding on a major or
degree program. The University College’s academic
advisors can assist you in evaluating your interests and
goals in order to choose an appropriate major.
CAP is part of University College, so if you have a question
about declaring or changing your major, talk to your CAP
Professional Advisor.
Explore majors and careers at the Career Services Office
in 533 Baker Center, http://www.ohio.edu/careers/,
593-2909
APRIL 2015
WEEK 12
WEEK 13
MOMS
WEEKEND!
MOMS
WEEKEND!
WEEK 14
MOMS
WEEKEND!
- Spring semester
monthly payment
plan installment
#4 due
WEEK 15
FINAL EXAMS
- Last day
to withdraw
(drop all
classes)
- Last day
of classes
for spring
semester
MAY
Important Dates
Recapping Freshman Year
Friday, May 1
• Examination period ends
• Annual Graduate Commencement
As your first year of college ends, it’s important to reflect on what you did
well and what you would like to change for next year.
Saturday, May 2
• Spring semester closing date
• Annual Undergraduate Commencements
• Last meal served on board plan (lunch)
• Residence halls close at 6:00 p.m.
Thursday, May 7
• Spring semester grades available
Saturday, May 9
• Spring semester probation status available
Monday, May 11
• First summer session opening date
If you did not do well academically:
• Find a tutor for the subjects in which you would like to improve. Talk to
your Peer Advisor or request one online at https://oit-tutortrac.ohio.
edu/TracWeb40/Default.html
• Talk to your advisor about possible changes in your course work.
• Consider taking “Learning Strategies” and/or other UC courses.
If your are uncertain about your major:
• Meet with your CAP Advisor to discuss major and career options.
• Visit Career Services! Ask about career/interest/personality inventories
available http://www.ohio.edu/careerandleadership/
If you feel you have not yet
found your niche at OU:
• Join a club or organization
http://www.ohio.edu/
involvement/
• Volunteer! http://www.
ohio.edu/involvement/
communityservice/
volunteer.cfm
• Talk to your CAP Advisor or
Peer Advisor!!!
MAY 2015
FINAL
EXAMS
END
- Spring
semester
grades
available
- First summer
session opening
date
Memorial
Day Holiday
(no classes)
- Graduation
Commencement
- Last meal served on
board plan (lunch)
- Residence halls
close at 6:00 p.m.
- Spring semester
probation status
available
JUNE
Happy Summertime!
Important Dates
Friday, June 12
• Last day to withdraw from (drop) an individual
summer session class
Friday, June 26
• Last day to withdraw (drop all first session classes)
from the University for first summer session
• Residence halls open 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. for
students beginning second summer session
Saturday, June 27
• Last day of classes for first summer session
• First summer session closing date
Monday, June 29
• Second summer session opening date
• Second summer session classes begin
Summer Plans
What will you do this summer? Relax by the pool? Sleep late? As a
college student, there are many more options for you to consider.
Summer break is an opportunity to enhance the quality of your
education.
Summer Jobs
• If you work during the summer to help offset college costs, you
may not have to work as much during the following academic
year, freeing up time for studying, activities, and sports.
Internships
• Contact Career Services, 533 Baker Center
Summer classes
• View course offerings at http://www.ohio.edu/registrar/
Study Abroad
• Visit http://www.ohio.edu/educationabroad
Summer Service Corps
• If you are enrolled for the entire school year, this program allows
you to earn money working full-time for an Athens community
organization for 14 weeks during the summer http://www.ohio.
edu/financialaid/employment/emp_summerservicecorps.cfm
JUNE 2015
- Last day to
withdraw from
(drop) an
individual summer
session class
- Last day to drop all
1st summer session
classes
- Dorms open 4:00
p.m. for students
starting 2nd summer
session
- Second summer
session opening date
- Second summer
session classes begin
- Last day of classes
for first summer
session
- First summer session
closing date
Hocking Hills
Nestled in the bio-diverse forests of Logan, OH (just off Rt. 33), the Hocking Hills experience always
leaves first-time visitors with dropped jaw, exclaiming, “Am I really in Ohio?!” A visit to these majestic
Hills is the ultimate way to spend a weekend afternoon. Camping is also permitted (and highly
enjoyable).
Stroud’s Run & Dow Lake
Just 10 minutes from campus sits the sprawling, always fun, Dow Lake. Stroud’s Run is the part of the
lake where the beach, sand volleyball courts, and canoe/kayak rental booth reside. Stroud’s is the
perfect place to escape the stresses that come along with college work! Pack a blanket, a book,
some snacks – and you’re all set.
The Bike Path
Spanning an ever-growing distance, the bike path runs from the end of E. State St. in Athens all the
way to Nelsonville. The bike path offers a wonderful opportunity to walk, skate, ride, or run through
campus along the Hocking River.
The Ridges
Perched atop the hill across the Hocking River, and near the Convo, is a collection of buildings known
as the Ridges. If you haven’t heard about the Ridges yet, I’m sure you will. It’s a storied place! But it
also offers some great hiking (Radar Hill!), a miniature golf course, and the Outdoor Pursuits Challenge
Course. Perfect for those wanting to get off campus, but not wanting to drive.
Farmer’s Market
Every Saturday morning (10am-1pm) in the Athens Mall parking lot, one of the most beloved weekly
rituals for all Athenians occurs: the Farmer’s Market. The Market must be experienced and enjoyed in
person, words do it no justice. So bring a friend or two and see firsthand why Athens is such a special
place to call home. We’ll see you there!
Uptown
Always an interesting time… Uptown Athens boasts an array of delicious eateries, coffee shops,
ice cream options, bakeries, and more. Lovely for people watching, shopping, taking in some live
music, and experiencing the culture of Athens, Uptown is a must-do for anyone passing through - or
spending their next four years - in Athens.
JULY 2015
- First summer
session grades
available
- Last day to
register, add /
remove classes,
change major,
etc.
- Independence
Day holiday
observed (no
classes)
Happy 4th of
July!
- Last day to
check out of
residence hall
to receive 40%
housing/dining
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NOTES
The College Adjustment Program (CAP) is supported by a Student Support Services grant form the US Department of Education and by Ohio University.
Student Support Services is one of several TRIO programs. Other TRIO programs
included Upward Bound, Talent Search, Educational Opportunity Centers, and
the Ronald E. McNair Scholars Program. All TRIO programs help students across
the United States attain academic success and continue – or resume – their education journey.
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Ohio University
Academic Advancement Center Alden Library 101
Athens, OH 45701
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740.593.0338 (Fax)