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Parent/Guest Guide

Welcome

TIME EVENT DESCRIPTION LOCATION

9:00 AM Check-in Welcome to Reinhardt University and SOAR! Check in and receive your packet and schedule.

Hasty Student Life Center

• Portico/Atrium9:00 AM – 10:30 AM

Eagle Prep! RU’s most prominent offices and programs will be on hand to share information regarding career services, academic support, and involvement opportunities on campus. Your student will take their Student ID Picture during this time. Take this opportunity to visit with representatives from the Business Office and Financial Aid to make decisions and finalize your financial aid and payment plans.


• Rec Room

• Bannister Glasshouse

• Atrium

• Study Area

• 3rd Floor Offices

• Reinhardt Central

9:30 AM – 10:15 AM

Optional Campus Tours

Enjoy a guided 30 minute walking tour of the University. Tours will depart from in front of the Hasty Student Life Center. In case of inclement weather, walking tours will be cancelled.


• Plaza

10:30 AM – 10:45 AM

Welcome and Overview

A special University welcome from RU administrators and student leaders, an overview of the SOAR schedule, and general announcements.

Hasty Student Life Center• Bannister Glasshouse

10:45 AM – 11:10 AM

Your Student’s Academic Experience

Decisions about academics can be challenging, but by understanding academic expectations and curriculum requirements you will be able to assist your student with these choices.


11:10 AM – 11:30 AM

Reinhardt GPS - Guided Path to Success

Successful RU students are often those that take advantage of campus academic, health, wellness and spiritual resources, and parents often play a significant role in directing their students to these resources. Please join our panelists as they discuss these vitally important campus resources.


11:30 AM – 11:50 PM

Money & Matters Representatives from the Register’s Office, Office of Financial Aid and the Business Office will be on hand to discuss your student’s records and registration as well as financial issues involved with a student’s entrance into RU. How FERPA, enrollment status, academic progress, GPA, and payments affects your student’s registration, financial aid, and billing are all covered in this session.


11:50 PM – 12:15 PM

Campus Services Representatives from Public Safety, Food Services, Library, and Bookstore will be on hand to describe the services their offices provide.


12:15 PM – 12:35 PM

Get A Life: Campus Involvement

Find out how Residence Life, Athletics, Student Activities and Campus Ministry will support your student. Learn about a plethora of ways your student can get involved.


NSO 2014 – SOAR – First-Time Freshman Parent/Guest ScheduleJune 6, June 7, July 11, July 12, August 15

TIME EVENT DESCRIPTION LOCATION

12:35 PM – 1:30 PM

Lunch & Trivia Enjoy an all-you-can-eat buffet prepared by RU Food Services.

Gordy CenterMain Dining Room

12:35 PM – 1:30 PM

More Eagle Prep! Another opportunity to visit with representatives from the Business Office and Financial Aid. Also, students who have not had their Student ID Picture taken should do so during this time.


• 3rd Floor Offices

• Rec Room

1:30 PM – 2:30 PM

Parenting a University Student

The Dean of Students will lead an interactive discussion about the student experience. This session will address issues facing today’s college students and suggest tips for how to best navigate the college transition. You’ll learn how to help you student know what to expect, avoid common pitfalls, and make the most of every opportunity that RU has to offer.

Gordy Center• Main Dining Room

2:40 PM – 3:00 PM

Refreshing Connections

Take this informal opportunity to mix and mingle and have any of your unanswered questions regarding Reinhardt’s programs, resources, and services answered by representatives from across campus.

Gordy Center• Main Dining Room

3:00 PM – 3:30 PM

Optional: The Honor’s Program

This informative session is for students and their parents who have accepted admittance into the University’s Honors program. Take this opportunity to learn about all this exciting and challenging program has to offer.

Lawson 201

3:15 PM – 4:00 PM

Optional: Campus Tours • Falany

Performing Arts Center

• Athletic Facilities• Residence Halls• Fincher Visual

Arts Center

Enjoy a guided walking tour of the University. Tours will depart from in front of the Hasty Student Life Center. See the University’s residence halls, performing arts center and/or athletic facilities. In case of inclement weather, walking tours will be cancelled.


• Plaza

NSO 2014 – SOAR – First-Time Freshman Parent/Guest ScheduleJune 6, June 7, July 11, July 12, August 15

Orientation Leaders

Look for your Orientation Leaders (OLs) in the Blue Polos throughout the day! They are here to help you!

Zach NewboldClass: Sophomore

Major: Pre-Medical Biology

Katie PurcellClass: Sophomore

Major: Early Childhood Education

Abigail RussomClass: Junior

Major: Music Education

Price SignaigoClass: Senior


Steven VosikaClass: Senior

Major: Business Administration

Katelyn WienbargClass: Junior

Major: Biology

Morgan Johnson Orientation Coordinator


Quan Cobb Class: Senior


Dallas HollisClass: Senior

Major: Math Education

Brittany WinstonClass: Junior

Major: Global Communications

Bob DupreClass: SophomoreMajor: Psychology

Jessica LewisClass: Junior


Marianella LopezClass: Sophomore

Major: Voice/Music Education

☐ Submit your $150 tuition deposit ☐ Make your reservation and attend New Student Orientation (NSO) ☐ Send in your final transcripts ☐ Double-check your credit evaluations ☐ Sign up for a parking decal ☐ Complete your health history, HIPAA, and meningitis forms ☐ Complete your housing application ☐ Reserve Your U.S. Post Office Box ☐ Apply for and confirm your Scholarship and Financial Aid package ☐ View your Business Office Student Account Statement online ☐ Review the course catalog to prepare for Academic Advising ☐ Complete the MyStudentBody “Essentials Course”

As a new Reinhardt student, there are several “steps” you will need to take care of prior to your arrival on campus. Please review the list below to make sure you have completed all the necessary steps so that you start the semester off on the right foot.

Academic AffairsAcademic Support Office (ASO)Admissions BookstoreBusiness OfficeCareer ServicesCenter for Student SuccessChaplainCounseling ServicesEmergencyHealth CenterInformation Technology (IT)LibraryReinhardt CentralResidence Life Records (Registrar)Student ActivitiesStudent AffairsStudent Government Association (SGA)SwitchboardWaleska Post Office

5503 55675526

770.479.953855205548594056345549591155425555912055535539 55345540553858615600

770.720.2471

Frequently Called Numbers

TUITIONTraditional Programs - Waleska (Block Tuition 12-18 Hours)

Traditional Programs - Waleska (Less than 12 Hours)

STUDENT FEES – ALL TRADITIONAL STUDENTSTechnology Fee

Student Activity Fee (will increase to $100 spring 2015)

SPECIALIZED FEES – REQUIRED ONLY IF THE STUDENT ISPARTICIPATING IN THE PARTICULAR ACTIVITY OR PROGRAM

Academic Support Office Specialized Tutorial (additional)Directed Individualized Study (additional)

Music Major Fee – Music Majors (additional)Private Music Lessons Undergraduate Non Music Majors (additional)

Private Music Lessons Graduate (additional)Athletic Insurance Fee (Student Athletes Only)

August 18, 2014 to December 6, 2014Tuition and fees due for fall termFinal date to change schedule; end of drop/add periodFinal date to withdraw with a grade of WAdvisement/Registration for Spring Term 2015

August 18, 2014 – October 9, 2014Tuition and fees due for fall termFinal date to change schedule; end of drop/add periodFinal date to withdraw with a grade of W

October 13, 2014 – December 6, 2014

Final date to change schedule; end of drop/add periodFinal date to withdraw with a grade of W

Important Dates

Tuition Fee Information

The Reinhardt University Academic Catalog contains the answers to many questions you may have. You are responsible for following the policies and procedures outlined in the Academic Catalog and for being aware of information pertaining to your course of study. You are also responsible for checking the Academic Calendar in the Catalog for deadlines that apply to fee payment, drop/add periods, and class withdrawal options. The Academic Catalog can be found online at www.reinhardt.edu/catalog.

Changes to your student recordsChanges to student records data (i.e. change of address, change of name, declaring major or minor, etc.) must be initiated in the Office of the Registrar located on the main floor of the Burgess Administration Building. Changes such as these must be made in writing with the student’s signature. Name changes require additional documentation.**NOTE** It is expected that all students declare a major by their junior year; to do so please see the Office of the Registrar.

Fall 2014 Full SessionAUGUST 11

August 25October 14

October 20 - 31

Fall Session IAUGUST 11

August 25September 12

Fall Session IITuition and fees due upon registration

October 20November 7

$ 9,498$ 633

$ 50$ 50

$ 1,050$ 85$ 300$ 150$ 150$ 150

per semesterper credit hour

per semesterper semester

per courseper credit hourper semester per credit hourper credit hourper semester

1. Reinhardt charges by the semester. When the student’s account has been charged, it will only show charges for fall semester at the present time. The RU Business Office has enclosed a copy of charges for 2014-2015. For a full time student, meaning they are enrolled in a minimum of 12 hours of credit, the student will be charged the block tuition fee of $9,498.00 for 12- 18 hours of credit for fall. The technology fee of $50.00 and student activity fee of $50.00 are also charged each semester. For athletes and music majors there will be additional fees each semester. Boarding students will be charged according to their residence hall assignments.

2. Only one original paper invoice will be mailed. RU now does electronic billing. To view the student’s account on EagleWeb, you will need his/her Reinhardt student id and the password he/she sets up. Payments are due two weeks prior to the first day of class. Financial aid forms must be complete in order to deduct financial aid from charges. Payment due dates for both fall and spring terms are listed at the bottom of the charge sheet.

3. Financial aid includes state grants such as the Georgia Tuition Equalization Grant (GTEG), HOPE Scholarship and Zell Miller Scholarship. Federal Title IV funds are PELL, FSEOG, direct loans, parent plus loans and federal work study.

4. Credit balances - refunds are not processed until deadline dates for grants have been met. The student may request a book voucher to be used at the bookstore on campus up to amount of credit if desired.

5. We accept personal checks, Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Discover credit cards or cash for payments. If you are not able to pay in full by the due date, we also offer a monthly payment plan through an outside service called Tuition Management Systems (TMS). If you have not received a brochure from TMS we have brochures available. TMS charges a $47 fee to set up a plan for one semester or $65 to set up a plan for fall and spring combined.

6. We allow personal checks or parent’s checks up to $50 to be cashed at the Business Office.

Business Office Information

ROOM & BOARD CHARGES INCLUDING FULL MEAL PLAN Per Semester East & West Hall (apartments) $ 4,544 Private Rooms (all residence halls) $ 4,807 All Residence Halls Double Rooms: Cobb Hall $ 3,535 Hubbard Hall, Blue Hall, Gold Hall $ 4,166 All Others $ 3,638

EXAMPLE (per semester) Boarding Student Commuting StudentBlock Tuition (12-18 hours, Waleska) $ 9,498 $ 9,498Double Room-Gordy $ 3,638 $ 0Technology Fee $ 50 $ 50Student Activity Fee(will increase to $100 spring 2015)

$ 50 $ 50

TOTAL CHARGES $ 13,236 $ 9,598

Room & Board Fee Information

Financial Aid will be deducted from the total student charge. For details on financial aid, please see the Estimated Financial Aid Award Letter, which will be sent by the Office of Financial Aid after the student’s financial aid file is complete.

Student Success NavigatorDr. Catherine EmanuelLawson Building Room 35770.720.9232, [email protected]

ASO is Reinhardt’s accommodation program that ensures access and support for students with documented disabilities.

• Individualized testing situations, including extended time• Copies of class lecture notes taken by selected students• Coordinated access to appropriate assistive learning technology• One-on-one disability/ academic advising and counseling

GPS Guided Path to

Student Success

Academic Coaching

Career Navigation

Faith Navigation

Life Navigation

Health Navigation

SUCCESSReinhardt

Academic Coaching

Self Awareness, Self Monitoring, Study SkillsOrganizational Skills, Help Goal Setting, Provide On-on-One coaching, Promote Accountability, Define Future Goals, Student-Driven, Time Management(All Activities Student Driven, Students are Monitored and Tracked to review Improvement)

Center for Student SuccessAcademic Navigator

Tunji AdesesanLawson Building 1st Floor

770.720.5567, [email protected]

Professional Guidance on:Tutoring/Study Groups, Organizing Papers, Budgeting Time, Study Skills(All services included in price of tuition)

Academic Support Office (ASO)

Treatment of minor illnesses and injuries

Assessment and referral of more serious problems to the appropriate health care resources

Education, support and counseling regarding personal health concerns

Blood pressure checks and counseling

Over the Counter (OTC) administered after physical assessment

Nutrition information

Health reference Library

Wellness literature

Health, medical history and immunization forms

Confidential RelationshipsFamily issues

Life NavigatorDerek Struchtemeyer

Hasty Student Life Center,3rd floor

[email protected]

Stress managementCoping skills

Not your high school counselor

Community resource referral

Judicial counseling

Counseling

Health NavigatorAlicia Miles R. N., B.S.N.Smith JohnstonResidence [email protected]

Faith NavigatorRev. Jordan ThrasherHasty Student Life Center3rd floor770.720.5634, [email protected]

WorshipSing, pray, and learn as

we worship together

Religious Clubs

Retreats &Service

OpportunitiesBecome strengthened

spiritually throughcommunity & service

Career NavigatorPeggy Collins Feehery

Hasty Student Life Center3rd floor

770.720.5548, [email protected]

Career & ProfessionalDevelopment Services

From Theory To RealityFrom Theory To Reality

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