STUDENT SERVICES

The University has many programs and services geared to meet the various needs that students may have while they are on the Fayetteville campus. They range from the normal services that every student requires such as food, housing, and books, to the special needs of minority groups, the handicapped, or those with specific health or academic problems.

Services for International Students

The International Programs Office assists international students and scholars in meeting their educational goals while at the University of Arkansas. The office provides an orientation for newly admitted international students each semester and also advises students who have concerns ranging from immigration regulations to personal problems. It provides programs and a support network to help them make their time at the University productive and enjoyable. The office is located in Holcombe Hall, Room 104.

The office administers a Friendship Family Program which matches families with students for occasional hospitality. The program gives students the opportunity to learn about American family life, while families make new friends and learn from students about other cultures.

The International Club is a cultural organization for American and international students. Its activities include annual projects such as the international bazaar, international banquet, festival of nations, and welcome parties. In addition, there are presently 11 other cultural organizations which provide activities for specific country or cultural groups

Services for International Sponsored Students

The International Agricultural Programs Office (IAP) offers a program to sponsors of international students to facilitate the admission, support, and return home of sponsored students. IAP, on request, will coordinate admission, third-party billing, housing, special orientation, academic monitoring and reporting, sponsors' campus consultations, and travel arrangements. Full program description and management fees are available through IAP, 300 Hotz Hall; telephone (479) 575-6857 or FAX (479) 575-5055.

Judicial Affairs

The judicial system at the University of Arkansas provides a just and equitable process for dealing with alleged infractions by students of University rules, regulations, and/or laws. This system is informal and non-adversarial, and is intended to be part of the total educative process of the University. Students are encouraged to make responsible decisions and to be accountable for their actions. Peer review is an integral part of the process, and membership on the judicial boards is comprised mostly of students.

The Judicial Coordinator, located in Room M-405 of the Arkansas Union, advises students, faculty, and staff on matters related to student discipline and the judicial process.

For more information, see the Student Judicial System in the Catalog of Studies.

Multicultural Student Services

The Office of Multicultural Student Services, located in room M405 of the Arkansas Union, provides counseling, assistance, and referral information to minority students. The office staff seeks to provide for the social, cultural, and academic presence of minority students, as well as faculty and staff members. The staff assists in the area of retention and programming in addition to serving as a liaison between the University and its academic departments for the implementation of effective and meaningful multicultural programs.

Services for Disabled Students

All services, programs, and activities at the University are available to disabled students. The Office for Campus Access, located in Room 116 of the Arkansas Union, offers specific information on disabilities, campus services, and related resources. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply for services early and to request a meeting to discuss their individual needs prior to registration.

Accommodations provided students are based on individual need. For further information, call 575-3104.

Non-Traditional Students

Increasing numbers of older adults and other "non-traditional" students are attending the University. Recent figures indicate that more than twenty-six percent of the UA students are over 25 years of age.

The Office for Non-Traditional Students is dedicated to providing services and support for the unique needs of non-traditional students. The office provides an information resource center, assistance with procedures and referrals to University and community departments and agencies, and workshops on topics relevant to non-traditional students. It is located in room M410 of the Arkansas Union, telephone 575-4200.

In addition, several Student Services areas are providing programs for older students. Orientation has two summer sessions for transfer and adult students. Carlson Terrace and Terrace Manor apartments provide low-cost housing for student families; special wings in residence halls are set aside for older students. Residence Dining Services offer individual meals or meal ticket programs for off-campus students. Career Services has extended office hours beyond 4:30 p.m. Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) provides a number of workshops designed to meet the special needs of adult learners. Information on child care services are available in the Office for Non-Traditional Students.

Services for Students with Children

There are two services administered by the Department of Home Economics that can benefit young children whose parents are students at the U of A.

The Infant Development Center, located at 536 N. Leverett, provides care for children age three months to three years. At least one parent must be a U of A student and priority is given to undergraduate parents, single parents, and families where both parents are students.

The Nursery School, located in the Home Economics Building, provides care for children from the entire community who are between the ages of three to five years.

Enrollment in each of the programs is limited and no provision is made to accommodate "drop-ins." For costs and other information, call the Department of Home Economics at 575-4306.

Special Projects and Services Group

The Special Projects and Services Group, in the Division of Student Services, provides a variety of services to students and potential students of the University. In addition to testing services, the Center offers programs that include tutoring, academic monitoring, and cultural enrichment activities. Assistance for physically and learning disabled students is coordinated with the Campus Access Office. Several programs provide academic enrichment and career-directed activities for special groups of students. The major units of the Group are Educational Talent Search, Multicultural Center, Testing Services, Student Support Services, Upward Bound, Veterans Upward Bound, Youth Opportunities Unlimited (Y.O.U.), and Y.O.U. Follow-up. The major units are located in the Student Development Center and Hotz Hall (telephone 575-3553).

Career Services and Cooperative Education

The staff of the Career Services and Cooperative Education Office provides a comprehensive career development program designed to meet the needs of all University students, alumni, and faculty. This department provides individual and group career advising sessions; a one-hour credit career course; workshops on resume preparation, interviews, and job search techniques; vocational testing; and a career library. Programs such as the Part-time Job Referral Service assist students in obtaining valuable work experience while they are in school. Cooperative Education enables students to earn academic credit while working full-time or part-time in a paid, professional position related to the student's chosen career field.

Approximately 100 companies and organizations visit the campus each year to interview graduating students for full-time positions. On-campus recruiting is scheduled through this office during the spring and fall semesters. In addition, students can make employment contacts at the annual Career and Summer Job Fairs. Alumni may also receive career assistance through subscribing to an Alumni Vacancy Listing and participating in a registry by which their résumé is referred to requesting employers. Publications are also available to students informing them about academic programs, careers, employment trends, and salary data.

For further information, contact Career Services and Cooperative Education, 411 Arkansas Union, telephone (479) 575-2805.

University Health Center

The University Health Center provides medical and mental health care, and is an advocate and resource for health promotion and education for students, spouses of students, and employees of the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville.

The Health Center offers the following services: outpatient medical care; an allergy clinic; international travel immunizations; a women's health clinic; sports medicine; Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS); substance abuse prevention; health education classes and programs; clinical laboratory, x-ray, and pharmacy. The medical staff is comprised of six board-certified physicians. The professional staff also includes full-time nurse practitioners, registered nurses, licensed practical nurses; health educators, psychiatrists, a psychologist, counselors, psychiatric social workers, registered lab and x-ray technicians, and licensed pharmacists.

Students taking six hours of course credit or more in any semester pay a semester health fee which covers professional office visit charges. Students taking fewer than six hours a semester and student spouses may pay the health fee on an optional basis.

The University strongly recommends that all students have health insurance. A policy endorsed by the Associated Student Government is available to all students, student spouses, and their dependent children. Students may enroll in this plan at the Student Health Insurance Office at the University Health Center.

Residence Life and Dining Services

Residence Life and Dining Services serves the University of Arkansas and the community at large by providing quality living, dining, and learning programs in an ethical, professional, and financially responsible manner.

Each residence hall has a resident director chosen for their academic credentials, their interest in helping others, and their ability to work well with college students. Every area or floor is staffed by a resident assistant, an upperclass student with training, experience, and knowledge to answer questions, and more importantly, help students find their own answers. Full time, master's degree level, residence life professionals called area coordinators live on campus with responsibility for three to six residence halls. Access to halls is provided by use of electronic card readers which allow only residents of that building and escorted guests to enter. Residential living includes several options: apartments for non-traditional students and families; and male, female, graduate, and co-ed residence halls. Rooms are available for visually and hearing impaired students as well as those who are physically challenged. Special interest living options are also available for students whose interests are: wellness, honors programs, global issues, architecture, and engineering areas.

The dining facilities provide a natural setting for socializing with friends and enjoying a wide variety of high quality, nutritious meals. Each of the four separate dining facilities located on campus is managed by a professional staff, Students living in residence halls have several meal plan options. The meal plans available to freshmen include the unlimited meal plan, the 15-meal plan, and the 10-meal plan per week. Upper class and graduate students may choose one of these plans or one of the point meal plans.

Arkansas Union

The Arkansas Union serves as the community center of the University for all members of the college family. The union provides services, conveniences, and amenities to the campus community. Included in the Union are meeting, reception, and banquet rooms; lounges; a games room; a ballroom; a theater; a video theater; and an art gallery. Food service is provided at a cafeteria providing hot foods, Mexican specialties, baked goods, soups, and salads. Food is also provided by a snack bar, a pizza shop, and by a complete catering operation. In addition, the Union houses the University Bookstore, a U.S. Post Office, a hair salon, a copy center, the Razorback Shop, a computer store, and a travel agency.

The Arkansas Union is the center of much student activity and is a perfect place to get involved on campus. The Campus Activities Center provides space and resources for student organizations. Many student events are provided by the University Programs Office, also located in the Union.

The I.D. Card system, the Razorbuck$ program, and the Information Center are administered by the Arkansas Union. Offices for Student Services, Associated Student Government, Career Services, and other programs are located in the Union.

Campus Activities Center

The Campus Activities Center (CAC) occupies the 5th floor of the Arkansas Union and is the central location for the coordination of activities for approximately 225 active student organizations on campus. Each year all student organizations, including living groups, must register in CAC. This registration information is kept on file to assist students and administrators in learning more about particular organizations.

CAC also provides various forms for student organizations. Students may obtain facility reservation forms and fund-raiser forms. Student organizations receive approval for fund-raising projects in CAC. In addition, CAC assists student organizations by providing services and facilities that include mailboxes, lockers, filing cabinets, and a graphics service.

Program Coordinators are located in the Campus Activities Center to assist student organizations in the presentation of their activities and to act as the advisers to University Programs. Annual activities presented by the staff of CAC include Merchants' Fair, the Student Organization Information Fair, and the Registered Student Organization Recognition Reception.

University Programs

The activities of University Programs are planned, organized, and presented almost totally by students. Typical programs are major concerts, symposium speakers, theater productions, video programs, fine arts programs, and art gallery shows. The University Programs Council provides the campus and community with these social and educational activities. Their aim is to provide students with activities and train student leaders through committee work. The Council holds a major recruiting drive each year to find committee members, officers, and committee chairs.