| University Welcome (S&P) |
Provides an overview of your Orientation day from start to finish as well as an introduction to UA’s First-Year Experience Program. |
| Academic Basics (S&P) |
Presented by the college to which students’ are admitted; discusses important policies and procedures students need to keep in mind as they begin their coursework at the University. |
| Placement Testing (S) |
Students complete their required placement tests in our Computer Based Testing lab. Students are asked to take tests based on ACT/SAT scores and certain major requirements. Not all students require placement tests. |
| Student Perspective (S&P) |
Get a chance to talk with current UA students about issues that concern you most as a student! This is a very informal session that covers whatever topics you want to talk about: residence halls, commuting to campus, dining on campus, involvement … you name it, we’ll talk about it! |
| UA 101: How You Get Things Done (S) |
Comprehensive overview of the University’s self-service portal, ZipLine. This session will show students how to register for classes, pay their bills, purchase parking permits, and check financial aid, all online! |
| Academic Advising (S) |
One hour advising appointment for students. Advisers and students will work together to decide which courses to take for the upcoming semester. |
| Web Enrollment (S) |
Students will enroll in their courses online and have an opportunity to register for a parking permit and get their Zip Card, their campus ID. |
| Tech Tools @ UA (S) |
Provides an overview of computer access on and off campus, technology used in the classroom, technological safety and the impact of social networks such as Facebook and MySpace on college campuses across the country. |
| The Student Experience (S&P) |
Students and Parents attend one of two sessions, Resident or Commuter. Resident students will hear housing assignment information and campus programming. Commuter students will learn about Commuter Central and other services available for commuter students. |
| The Akron Experience (S&P) |
A high-energy closing session that gets students excited about coming to The University of Akron! The Akron Experience details UA athletics, events on campus and events in the city of Akron for students to attend. This session also covers information about UA’s Welcome Week activities and the Akron Adventures program. |
| Zip Walk Tour (S&P) |
Optional tour at the end of the day for interested students, parents, and family members. Since students will have their class schedule, we can show you where your classes will be held! |
| Student Judicial Affairs: Your Rights & Responsibilities (S&P) |
As a new student it is important to know your rights and responsibilities as a member of our campus community. Student Judicial Affairs will discuss the Student Code of Conduct, the student discipline process and the expectations of our campus community. |
| VIP Reception (P) |
Parents and family members can mix and mingle with a variety of campus departments and administrators to see everything that the University has to offer your student! |
| Transitions (P) |
Making the transition from being the parent of a high school student to the parent of a college student can be a difficult time for some. The University College Dean’s Office has some insight and advice for making this time easier in your life – and fun, too! |
| Costs of College (P) |
Provides a comprehensive look at the University’s billing system, which is done through your student’s ZipLine account online. |
| Financial Aid 101 (P) |
Questions about financial aid? This session covers every step in the financial aid process, so it’s perfect for everyone’s unique situations. |
| Tech Tools for Parents @ UA (P) |
Educates parents on the different computer support services that the University offers and on the recent Facebook and MySpace issues that have occurred on campuses across the nation. |
Safety Options for Campus Life (S&P)
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In this session students will be informed about safety tips and options to stay safe and secure during their college experience. Students will also learn about programming The University of Akron Police Department provides. Students who attend this program will receive a UA whistle as a tool to prevent crime. |
