University of North Dakota                                                 Grand Forks

 

Student  Services, Support Programs and Activities

 

CAREER SERVICES CENTER

280 McCannel Hall

Phone (701) 777-3904

 

            Career Services’ goal is to assist students and alumni in planning for and carrying out their job searches. This is accomplished through individual and group assistance in job search techniques, resume/letter writing, and interviewing skills.  A division of Career Services, Cooperative Education, works with employers and academic departments to provide opportunities for students to combine course work with practical, professional employment in their chosen fields.

 

            The Career Services office coordinates activities such as on-campus interviews, provides specialized workshops, and holds three Career Fairs annually. Our resource library houses labor market information, audiovisual materials, company literature, computerized job information systems, and direct on-line access to the Internet.

 

            Students in all disciplines are encouraged to register. Registration is done on-line via the Career Services homepage. Once registered, students will have access to job openings, become available to employers searching our data base, and be able to sign up for Cooperative Education opportunities and on-campus interviews.

 

COUNSELING CENTER

200 McCannel Hall

Phone (701) 777-2127

 

            The Counseling Center offers a variety of programs and services for University students. It is a resource which provides assistance in solving personal problems, making career choices, addressing substance use or abuse issues, developing educational skills, and reaching academic goals.

 

            Center services may be requested by visiting 200 McCannel Hall anytime between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, or by calling (701) 777-2127. A receptionist will direct your request or inquiry to the appropriate staff person and/or set up an appointment for you. Services are available M-F, 8:00-4:30. Limited evening hours and services also are available at the Community Center.

 

            All Center services are free of charge except where otherwise indicated. All contacts are confidential.

 

            The specific Counseling Center services are as follows:

 

            Individual Counseling and Therapy. The Center offers counseling for individuals and couples in an effort to meet a variety of personal-social, career and academic needs. Students seek assistance for a number of reasons: developing a sense of competence in a new environment, meeting increased academic or social demands, making career decisions, resolving interpersonal conflicts, and adjusting to the University.

 

            Testing Service. The administration of the College Level Examination Program (CLEP) and numerous graduate or professional school entrance examinations (GRE Subject Exam, LSAT, MCAT, etc.) is done by the Testing Service. In addition, the administration and interpretation of career, self-assessment, or ability inventories is available through the Center. There may be a small charge for some of the tests and assessment instruments.

 

            Career Counseling Services. Career Counseling Services offers assistance to help UND students make informed and satisfying decisions about career and educational goals. This service offers guidance through four areas: Career Walk-In Center, Individual Career Counseling, Career Presentations, and a Career Decision-Making Course.

 

            Substance Abuse Prevention Program. Educational programming, individual and group counseling, referral to community treatment agencies, and informational workshops are offered through this Center program. In addition, a resource library for use by students, faculty, and staff is located in the Counseling Center.

 

            Groups and Workshops. The group counseling and workshop program provides small group experiences and workshops in skill development and personal growth. Issues and concerns addressed by this activity include assertiveness, career and personal exploration, stress management, eating disorders, relationship skills, and drug and alcohol awareness.

 

DEAN OF STUDENTS OFFICE AND ASSOCIATE VICE PRESIDENT FOR STUDENT SERVICES

180 McCannel Hall

Phone (701) 777-2664

 

            The Dean of Students Office assists students and prospective students in meeting their needs and serves as a liaison among the diverse populations of students, faculty, staff, the UND community, state, and region. Dean of Students personnel enhance and support the educational experience of students by identifying needs and providing tools and opportunities for students to learn and grow in a community which honors scholarship and respects differences in thought and appreciation of individual differences. Dean of Students personnel provide support of the various constituencies through consultation with faculty, students, and staff. Students are treated as responsible citizens capable of making decisions for themselves and taking responsibility for their actions and decisions. The Associate Vice President for Student Services provides assistance to the Vice President for Student and Outreach Services in areas of planning, budgeting, and professional development and training for the Student Services Division.

 

            The Dean of Students Office provides the following services:

            • Advocacy for Student Issues

            • Student Judicial Affairs

            • Crisis Programs

            • Initiation of Programs

            • Special Circumstances Withdrawal from UND

            • Programs to Increase Student Satisfaction

 

DISABILITY SUPPORT SERVICES

190 McCannel Hall

Phone (701) 777-3425 (Voice or TTY)

 

            UND recognizes its responsibility for making reasonable accommodations/adjustments to ensure there is no discrimination on the basis of disability as established under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act.

 

            Disability Support Services (DSS) is the office to which students with disabilities make requests for accommodations/adjustments. The request must come from the student, not from an advocate (e.g. parent or other service provider). The student must submit current documentation so that reasonable accommodations can be arranged. For more information, contact DSS at (701) 777-3525 voice/TTY. We are on the web at www.und.edu/dept/dss/.

 

FINANCIAL AID OFFICE

(see Student Financial Aid Office)

 

HEALTH SERVICE

(see Student Health Service)

 

INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS, OFFICE OF

International Centre, 2908 University Avenue

Phone (701) 777-4231

FAX (701) 777-4773

oip@sage.und.nodak.edu

www.und.nodak.edu/dept/iconline

 

            The UND Office of International Programs supports and develops academic programs on campus and abroad to help prepare students to deal effectively with the growing interdependence of the world as well as provides UND’s international population with a variety of immigration and student services. Our goal is to promote and enhance the understanding of different countries and cultures.

 

            To achieve these goals, the Office provides the following services:

              Advises international students, faculty, and staff on immigration, personal, and acculturation needs;

              Sponsors intercultural events and promotes International Organization activities;

              Coordinates the International Student Exchange Program (ISEP), through which UND students may study at one of more

                than 100 universities throughout the world;

              Coordinates UND exchange programs in several countries around the world;

              Advises students on study abroad programs not associated with UND;

              Provides information on Fulbright grants and other international faculty exchanges and development programs;

              Advises International Studies majors and minors;

              Sells International Student Identification Cards and Hosteling International cards.

 

            The Office of International Programs is composed of a Director, Associate Director, International Student & Scholar Specialist, and an administrative secretary.

 

            The Office of International Programs is located in the International Centre. Office staff are available from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The International Centre is open daily from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m., including weekends and holidays. Computers, comfortable study space, coffee, and tea are always available. All are welcome.

 

LEARNING CENTER, UNIVERSITY

201A Memorial Union

Phone (701) 777-4406

 

            The University Learning Center provides a wide range of educational skills assistance for university students. Professional staff members are available to work with students on an individual basis to assess and identify learning strengths and needs.

 

            Academic skills assistance is available in the following areas: (1) Individual assistance, (2) Drop-in tutoring, (3) Credit courses, (4) Workshops in skill development areas, (5) Study skills videos, (6) Resource material and handouts. The services provided by the University Learning Center are free of charge to students.

           

            The University Learning Center accepts applications for peer tutors throughout the year.

 

            The Center is open M-F, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m and provides consultation for students, staff, and faculty.

 

LIBRARIES

 

            The University of North Dakota supports the largest and oldest library system in the state of North Dakota. With holdings numbering over 3 million items, the UND libraries are a major resource for students and researchers on campus, in the State, and through the University’s distance education network. The University’s library system includes the Chester Fritz Library and branch libraries (Energy & Environmental Resource Center, Geology, and Music), and the Thormodsgard Law Library and Harley E. French Library of the Health Sciences, which serve the graduate professional schools of law and medicine.

 

            The University libraries provide scholarly information and publications in print, microform, audio-visual, and digital formats. Many of the digital resources are available through computer networks allowing access from campus, home, office, and off-campus locations. The Chester Fritz Library’s holdings include significant collections in the humanities, social sciences, science and technology, education, business, and the fine arts. It is also a major depository for state and federal documents. The Chester Fritz Library administers the only U.S. Patent and Trademark collection in the state and maintains the North Dakota State Department of Public Instruction’s Special Learners Collection. The Library’s Elwyn B. Robinson Special Collections include published works and manuscripts documenting state and regional history and the history of the University of North Dakota.

 

            The UND libraries are major contributors to the Online Dakota Information Network (ODIN), a statewide online catalog of library collections and resources. Through ODIN, students and researchers may conduct computer-assisted searches for information about materials held in the University of North Dakota libraries and in other libraries throughout the state.

 

            The University’s libraries are members of many national and regional library consortia. Through these cooperative arrangements, the UND libraries are able to acquire informational resources not held locally. The libraries’ Interlibrary Loan departments will help students obtain materials from other libraries for their use at UND.

 

            The libraries provide educational services including reference assistance and instructional sessions. Librarians are available for individual consultation in the libraries as well as presentations in the classrooms.

 

            Access to additional information about the libraries is available through the University of North Dakota homepage: http://www.und.edu.

 

MEMORIAL UNION

Phone (701) 777-3926

(701) 777-4482 TTY Service Only

 

            The Memorial Union provides a host of services to the University community, including meeting rooms from small to ballroom size, teleconference facilities, Service Center/Copy Stop (check cashing, newspapers, photocopying, fax), Off Campus Student LIFE Center, Craft Center, and Sign and Design Studio. Food service options include: Subway, TCBY, Juice Works, Little Caesars, the Terrace Dining Center, and Campus Catering. Space in the Union for meetings or displays may be reserved by calling Central Scheduling at (701) 777-3928 or by stopping in on first floor. Another service offered at the Union is Info Center, which has information on most University events and services on a walk up or phone in basis ([701] 777-4321). The Lifetime Sports Center, located on the ground floor, offers billiards, electronic darts, ping pong, coin operated games, and television lounges. Outdoor equipment rentals, including canoes, camping equipment, and cross country skis, are also available. Leadership and personal development as well as advising of campus organizations are provided by the Leadership Development Program, Student Organization Center, and Greek Life departments. Also located in the Union are Student Government, University Learning Center, the Computer Learning Labs, University Credit Union, the Union Station parking services office, and Campus Barbers.

 

Multicultural Student Services

2800 University Avenue

Phone (701) 777-4259

 

            Multicultural Student Services (MSS) provides quality support services (academic, financial aid, personal, and social) which will enhance African American, Asian American, and Hispanic American student success at the University of North Dakota. MSS serves as a general institutional contact and advocate for students, individually and collectively, and works with UND departments and offices to address the unique needs of students. The director provides advice and counsel regarding broad campus issues and promotes diversity throughout the campus while enhancing diversity in the Grand Forks and Grand Forks Air Force Base communities as well as on the UND campus.

 

NATIVE AMERICAN PROGRAMS

317 Cambridge Street

Phone (701) 777-4291

 

            The Office of Native American Programs (NAP) is designed to promote and foster the academic and personal success of American Indian students enrolled at the University of North Dakota. NAP works directly with the UND Enrollment Services Office to actively recruit American Indian high school and community college students and introduces these new students to UND by serving as an information and resource center.

 

            Services are provided to assist students in their transition to the University through the student support and student academic service components at NAP. The student support component provides both academic and personal advisement. NAP will also assist new and transfer students with University orientation, early registration process, academic advisement, financial aid and scholarship information, general information, referral resources, and becoming involved in the peer advisor program. The student academic services component strives to meet the scholarly needs of the American Indian student at UND. Students are encouraged to utilize the tutoring services, free of charge. Tutors are available on a daily basis in Math, Natural Sciences, Physics, Chemistry, Indian Studies, and writing assistance. NAP also sponsors study skills, time and money management, and writing workshops. The SEMTECH Center provides opportunities for students to enhance their computer skills.

 

            The Native American Center itself houses NAP and the SEMTECH CENTER. The Native American Center serves as an academic and social gathering area for American Indian students, while providing the students “a home away from home.” American Indian student organizations and programs, faculty, and staff host a variety of cultural activities, meetings, academic enhancement workshops, etc., at the Center.

 

STUDENT HEALTH SERVICE

100 McCannel Hall

Phone (701) 777-4500

 

            The Student Health Service includes a full-service medical clinic that provides medical evaluations, treatment, laboratory, x-ray and pharmacy services, and health education programs. It is designed to meet the health needs of all enrolled students. Spouses of enrolled students may use the Health Service for a per-semester fee. Faculty and staff may be treated under job-related emergency conditions. Medical service, including that for children, is available at the UND Family Practice Center, telephone 780-6800 for appointments. Please let Family Practice know that you are a UND student.

 

            Students are not charged for office calls. The cost is covered by the per-semester Health Fee. There is no limit to the number of visits per semester. There is a charge for medications, laboratory and x-ray services, and for special examinations, usually at a rate that is less than in the community. Most charges are billed through the University Business Office; however, Student Health files claims for most health insurance plans, including those with pharmacy coverage.

 

            The Student Health Service is located in McCannel Hall. Regular school year hours are 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. by appointment, Monday through Friday. Call 777-2605 for an appointment.

 

STUDENT FINANCIAL AID OFFICE

216 Twamley Hall

Phone (701) 777-3121

sfa@mail.und.nodak.edu

 

            The Student Financial Aid Office assists students and their families in meeting the costs of higher education by providing students with financial assistance and by providing families with access to options and information on financial planning to help students achieve their educational goals. The philosophy of the Student Financial Aid Office is that the primary responsibility for financing a college education lies with the student and their family. The financial aid offered by the University is viewed only as a supplement to the family support. The amount of the student’s financial need is based on the difference between the cost of education for the school year and a contribution calculated from the family’s total financial resources.

 

            Financial assistance is available to assist students with temporary emergencies as well as to provide long term funds for financing a college education. Students are offered financial assistance in various forms, including scholarships, grants, employment, and loan programs. The Student Financial Aid Office maintains a listing of both on- and off-campus part-time jobs. More information on programs and procedures are available from the Student Financial Aid Office and in the Student Financial Aid section.

 

STUDENT AND OUTREACH SERVICES, DIVISION OF

307 Twamley Hall

Phone (701) 777-2724

 

            Under the direction of the Vice President for Student and Outreach Services, a number of services, programs, and activities are available to assist students. Students needing assistance or information should contact the appropriate office as described in the various items in this section of this catalog, or may contact the office of the Vice President for Student and Outreach Services, 307 Twamley Hall, phone 777-2724.

 

            The Division of Student and Outreach Services upholds and complements the mission of the University of North Dakota by providing support for quality educational opportunities while taking a leadership role of offering services to a diverse study body of lifelong learners and in communicating and extending the resources of the University to local, state, national, and international constituents.

 

SUBSTANCE ABUSE PREVENTION, OFFICE OF

Counseling Center

200 McCannel Hall

Phone (701) 777-2127

A.D.A.P.T. (701) 777-4165

 

            The Office of Substance Abuse Prevention is actively involved in developing, implementing, and presenting workshops and programs which help students make responsible, positive decisions regarding addictive and other high risk behaviors. In addition, information and assistance is provided to students who have questions or concerns about alcohol or other drug use, co-dependent behavior, adult children of alcoholics experiences, or other addictive tendencies. The Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention Team (A.D.A.P.T.), staffed by Peer Educators, offers a variety of wellness related presentations which increase awareness of how alcohol and other drugs affect attitudes, decisions, relationships, and the university environment. For students needing alcohol and/or drug evaluations (self or court referred) the Office is a licensed facility which employs a Licensed Addiction Counselor.

 

TRIO PROGRAMS

Student Support Services

Ronald E. McNair Program

3rd Floor, McCannel

 

            The UND components of TRIO programs are funded by the United States Department of Education. Two are of interest to the UND student.

 

            Student Support Services.  (701) 777-3426. The Student Support Services program provides academic and personal support to first generation (neither parent has earned a bachelor’s degree) and economically disadvantaged students. The program provides academic assistance with individual and small group tutoring; review classes in math, science, and English; course selection and registration; and career exploration. Students also receive assistance securing appropriate financial resources. A variety of resources are available for students as they develop self-reliance, independence, and academic success.

 

            Ronald E. McNair Program. (701) 777-4931. This program is designed for undergraduates who have completed their sophomore year and who are first generation and low income, or who are from a group underrepresented at the doctoral level of the targeted departments. The McNair Program encourages graduate studies by providing opportunities to define goals, engage in research, and to develop the skills and student/faculty mentor relationships vital to success at the doctorate level.

 

VETERAN SERVICES

211 Twamley Hall

Phone (701) 777-3363

 

            The Veteran Services Office certifies eligible students and veterans for VA educational benefits and acts as a liaison between the student and the VA. Services also include providing students/veterans with information regarding VA policies and procedures, providing information about the University, and assisting students/veterans in the readjustment and adaptation to the university setting. The office also provides information on financial aid and tutorial assistance. Referrals to other service offices are made as appropriate.

 

WOMEN’S CENTER

305 Hamline Street

Phone (701) 777-4300

Fax (701) 777-2307

 undwomenscenter@und.nodak.edu

 www.und.nodak.edu/dept/womenctr

 

            The Women’s Center at the University of North Dakota provides a safe, respectful, and supportive environment for students, faculty, and staff. The Center’s role is to celebrate the diversity of people and thought and to advocate for positive personal and societal changes which serve to promote healthier lifestyles for all people. Ongoing programs include “Meet & Eat” (discussion-based programs), “Lunch & A Video,” Self-Defense classes, and numerous outreach programs. Information and specifics as to dates and times of scheduled events can be obtained by contacting the Women’s Center. Conferences and programs relative to celebrating the lives of women are held periodically throughout the academic school year. A lending Library, resource room, and computer/study area are available for students. The Women’s Center is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

 

 

 

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