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OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
P r e s e nte d b y M r. We n d e l l W i l l i a m s , S p e c i a l A s s i s t a n t t o t h e P r e s i d e n t
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Mission
• Texas Southern University is a student-centered comprehensive doctoral university committed to ensuring equality, offering innovative programs that are responsive to its urban setting, and transforming diverse students into lifelong learners, engaged citizens, and creative leaders in their local, national, and global communities.
• Approved BOR, 2/19/1015
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Vision
• Texas Southern University will become one of the nation’s preeminent comprehensive metropolitan universities. We will be recognized by the:
– excellence of our programs,
– the quality of our instruction,
– our innovative research and creative activities, and
– our commitment to be a contributing partner to our community, state, nation, and world.
Approved BOR, 2/19/1015
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Top 5 Priorities
Student Success and Completion– from Freshman Orientation through Graduation
Academic Program Quality and Research – TSU offers a wide range of top quality academic programs,
Culture – built on trust, transparency, fairness andcommunications,
Partnerships – with local ISDs, Community Colleges, Alumni and other attendant organizations, and
Finances – a dedicated funding stream from the state and federally supported funding mechanisms, along with adequate financial aid to support the students weserve.
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TSU Facts• President: Dr. Austin A. Lane
• Founded: 1927
• Location: Houston, Texas
• Enrollment: 10,237
• Employees: 1,400 staff and faculty
• Registered Student Organizations: 80+
• Colleges & Schools: 10
• Mascot: Tigers
• Colors: Maroon and Gray
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Parent’s OrientationProcess
Admissions
Financial Assistance
Preparation
Registration
Orientation
Presentation
Housing
Academic Support
Disability
Tutoring
Safety and Security
First Year Experience
Preparation-Advice from Uncle Larry
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Parents’ ProcessChecklist
• Admission Requirements
• Registration & Orientation
• Financial Aid
• Campus Housing
• Immunizations
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Admission Requirements
Undergraduate Admission
• High School Students
- An official transcript showing a minimum 2.5 grade point average
on a 4.0 scale, with ACT composite score of 17 or higher or SAT score
of 900.
• Transfer Students:
- Official transcripts from all previously attended institutions
showing at least 6 hours of college credit with a minimum 2.0
grade point average (on a 4.0 scale).
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Admission Requirements cont.Texas Uniform Admission Standards
Per state law, all students must meet one of the following college readiness
standards:
• Successfully complete the Recommended or Advanced high school
program
• Successfully complete a curriculum that is equivalent in content
or rigor to the recommended or advanced high school program
• Satisfy the College Preparedness Benchmarks on the SAT/ACT
assessment
- SAT: 1500 out of 2400 (Verbal + Math + Writing)
- ACT: 18 English, 21 Reading, 22 Mathematics and 24 Science
• Successfully complete the Recommended or Advanced high school
program
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Admission Requirements cont.
Admission Checklist:
• Complete placement testing upon admission
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Admission Requirements cont.
Application Priority Deadlines
• Fall: July 15th
• Spring: December 15th
• Summer I: May 15th
• Summer II: June 22nd
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Financial Aid
Financial Aid Calendar:
• January 1st: Submit FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student
Aid) https://fafsa.ed.gov
• March 15th: Priority deadline
• April 16th-August 27th-Fall Web Registration
• July 1st: Deadline to submit FAFSA for the Fall 2016 Term
• July 14th: Deadline to confirm payment for Fall tuition through
financial aid payments by deferment or financial aid awards
• August 27nd: Fall 2018 classes begin
• September 10th: 12th Class Day – Cost of Attendance Recalculated
• September 19th: 20th Class Day –Last day to pay, secure a short-
term loan or establish a payment plan
• December 14th: Official closing of the semester
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Financial Aid cont.
Funding Options:
• Financial Aid: Grants and Loans
• University Scholarships
– Special circumstances/ Need-based scholarships
– Outside scholarships
• State Scholarships
• Work Study
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Immunizations
All newly admitted students under the age of 22 (and all students who plan to reside on campus) are required to have the meningitis vaccination or an approved exemption prior to attending classes.
Vaccination records or exemption requests may be sent:
▪ Fax – (713) 313-7817
▪ Email – [email protected]
▪ In Person – TSU Student Health Center (near KTSU Building)
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Student Services Resources
• Career Services
• Counseling Center
• Disabilities Services
• Judicial Affairs
• Recreation Center
• Student Health Center
• Veterans Affairs
• Women’s Resource Center
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Freshmen Seminar
• Set a Goal
• Make a Plan
• Get Connected
• Stay Involved
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FS102• Encourages your student to engage in
activities that support success
• Provide special class pathways and learning communities for first year students
• Connects students to other first year students
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Advice from “Uncle Larry”
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Advice to Parents
As a parent of a college student, the 1st year of college can
be full of indecision or inspiration. Let your student know
that someone is interested in their success. Become a part of
the wonderful journey of college by being informed, aware
and enthusiastic.
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Challenge to Parents
Support your student by….
Staying Connected
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Challenge to Parents
Give Your Student the Opportunity to
Share Feelings and Ideas With You by
Checking In
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Challenge to Parents
Support your student by….
Utilizing the website to be more
knowledgeable about campus
resources
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Challenge to Parents
Support your student by….
Having Difficult Conversations
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Challenge to Parents
Support your student by….
Asking Questions
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Challenge to Parents
Support your student by….
Expecting Change
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Challenge to Parents
The 1st Year of College Can Be Full of
Indecision or Inspiration. Do Not Tell Your
Student That “These Are The Best Years of
Your Life.”
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Challenge to Parents
Support your student by….
Trusting your student