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NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION
Student Affairs
We provide programs and services to enhance the
quality of life for students during matriculation at the
university. We focus on the areas of personal growth
and development, health and wellness, diversity,
student leadership, safety, housing and campus
entertainment.
Student Affairs & Dean of Students Office
Associate
Dean of
Students
Heidie Lindsey
Interim VP for
Student
Affairs/Dean
of Students
Pat Cottonham
Associate
Dean of
Students
Greg Zerangue
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Office of Student Life
& Conduct
Dean on Call
Residence Life
Code of Student Conduct
Student Handbook
www.ullafayettestudenthandbook.com
http://www.louisiana.edu/Student/Personnel/
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Housing
Student Residence Halls & Legacy Park
Move-In Dates
Residence Halls and Legacy Park August 15 – 23
http://housing.louisiana.edu/
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Benefits of Living On Campus:
• Convenience of being right here on campus
• Paid utilities including phone, internet, cable
• Parking on campus
• Free laundry facilities
• Brand new buildings and furnishings
• Meals included so you don’t have to cook
• Live among other UL Lafayette students with the same major
as well as get exposed to a very diverse group of students
• Studies have shown that students that live on campus have a
higher graduation rate.
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University of Louisiana System
Freshman Residency Policy
Students must live on campus if:
• Have less than 30 credit hours and
• Live outside 40 mile radius of Lafayette and
• Under 21 years old and
• Single
• For all questions please attend the Living on Campus Session during parent orientation
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Dining Services
Many dining options on campus
On-campus: meal plan included
Commuter: meal plan available
http://dining.louisiana.edu/
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Cajun Card
Functions
Cajun Cash and ID Card
Declining Balance
Red Dot Program
Tickets to game
Meal Plan Card
http://cajuncard.louisiana.
edu/
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Recreational Sports
Open Rec & Aquatic
Center Free with ID
Club Sports
Intramural Sports
http://intramurals.louisiana.edu/
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Career Services
Jobs posted online
Part time
Internships
Full time
Career Fairs
Cooperative Education
On-Campus Interviews
Resume Assistance
careerservices.louisiana.edu
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Career Counseling Center – An appointment is NOT needed to use the Center
– Career Testing available
Choices by Bridges
FOCUS 2 by Career Dimensions, Inc.
The Campbell Interest and Skill Survey
– Career Decision Making Class
– Career Counseling
http://findyourmajor.louisiana.edu
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Counseling & Testing
Free, unlimited Personal Counseling
Group Counseling
Support Groups
Standardized Testing
Psychological Testing
Online Resources
Counselor on Call
http://www.louisiana.edu/Student/Counseling/
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Student Health Services
General Health Services for students
After hours: Emergency – call University Police
Appointment is best!
Walk-In Services available
Eligibility
Prescriptions
Minor illnesses
General Physicals
Student Health Fee (assessed)
Student Health Insurance
http://www.louisiana.edu/Student/Health/
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Office for Campus Diversity
Advocates and promotes inclusion
of diversity
Mentoring Program
Supports educational
programming
Hispanic Heritage Month
LGBT History Month
Black History Month
Women’s Conference
http://diversity.louisiana.edu/
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Office of Disability Services
Physical, Learning, & Emotional
Accommodations
Short-term Disability
http://disability.louisiana.edu/
Campus Safety &
University Police
Full Police Department
Special Services – Escort to cars
– Operation Safeguard
Blue Light Emergency Phones
Emergency Notification System (ENS)
Educational Programs
Emergency Hotline
http://police.louisiana.edu/
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Sexual Harassment/Violence
To report an incident immediately go to one
of the following:
– University Police
– Dean of Students Office
– Counseling Center
– Title IX Coordinator
– Someone the student trusts like a teacher,
advisor, staff member.
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Office of International
Affairs
International Coffee Hour
International Friendship
Program
Global Education
International Student Council
Intensive English Program
International Student
Orientation
http://oia.louisiana.edu/
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Study Abroad
Students can travel to places like Costa Rica, China,
England, France, Guatemala, or Italy.
(337) 482-5438
http://studyabroad.louisiana.edu/
Parking & Transit
Parking Permit On-Campus
Commuter
Parking Lottery Register July 1 – 31, 2013
http://park.louisiana.edu
UL Transit System
Parking Do’s and Don’ts Handicap Spaces
Park only in assigned areas
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Benefits of Campus Involvement
190+ student organizations!
More likely to graduate
Higher grade point avg.
Leadership development
Real world experience
Networking
http://ulstudentlife.com/
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Student Government Association
Our Big Three
David Neef
President
Robin Roy
Vice President
Dane Adams
Treasurer
http://ulsga.com/home
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Greek Life
24 National Fraternities
& Sororities
• Academics
• Service
• Leadership
• Friendship
• $174,900 raised
• 23,000+ hours of
service
http://ulgreeks.com/
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University Program Council
Plans major events on campus
Homecoming, Freshman First
Down, Lagniappe Week
4 Committees
African American Cultural
Events
Traditions
Spirit
http://studentunion.louisiana.edu/u
niversity-program-council/
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12th Annual Freshman First Down
All First Time Freshmen and their families are invited to support the Ragin’
Cajuns as they battle in the second home game of the new season. Bring your
family and enjoy Ragin’ Cajun Football !!!
Free Tailgating
Free Food
Free Drinks
Door Prizes
Parent Goodie
Grab-bags
October 5, 2013
Cajun Field
Time TBA
Ragin’ Cajuns
vs.
Texas Tech
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Student Publications and Radio
Public radio station on campus http://www.krvs.org/
337-482-5787
L’Acadien Yearbook
337-482-6961
The Vermilion – student newspaper http://www.thevermilion.com/
Athletics
16 NCAA Athletic
Programs
Games are FREE
with your Cajun
Card Student ID
www.ragincajuns.
com
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Legal Services
University Ombudsman - responsible for informing students of
their rights in the process of grade and disciplinary appeals. The
Ombudsman is available to all students in need of
advice. http://ulsga.com/ombudsmen
Student Legal Assistance Program
Attorney Randy Lasseigne is available free of charge to full- and
part-time students every Friday morning for legal advice and
notary public service. Call 337.482.2SGA to schedule an
appointment. http://ulsga.com/other-legal-services
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Other Important Resources
University Bookstore
http://bookstore.louisiana.edu
US Post Office
Parent Resource Page for all power
points from orientation
http://ulorientation.com/helpful-resources
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GRADUATION
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Contact Us
Dean of Student’s Office
Martin Hall 211
337- 482- 6272
http://www.louisiana.edu/Student/Dean/
Student Handbook at
www.ullafayettestudenthandbook.com