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CONGRATULATIONS!
JSU President John M. Beehler and his wife Pamela.
Congratulations on your acceptance to Jacksonville State University! We are thrilled to welcome you to the university community and the “Friendliest Campus in the South.” JSU is known for its “up close and personal” approach with students. Here you will get to know your faculty personally and will develop relationships with your fellow students that will last a lifetime. At JSU, we are committed to your future success and our entire university community will participate in your transformation into an ethical, competent professional and a responsible citizen. We will provide many engagement opportunities for you that will contribute greatly to your future success. Whether you are an athlete, a musician, an actor, or a student leader and whatever your personal interests, there will be many exciting activities available to you. You will get a great education in your chosen field and will be well prepared for your profession and for life. In addition, JSU is in a beautiful setting at the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains with many outdoor activities available to you.
Please take some time to carefully review the important information in this packet. We would especially like to extend our warmest invitation for you and your family to attend one of our Accepted Student Days. On these exciting days, you’ll have the opportunity to learn about Jacksonville State University’s multitude of options for academic programs and extracurricular activities.
JSU has a long history of academic excellence and student success and our future is bright. We are excited for you to be a part of our future. Go Gamecocks!
Warmest regards,
John M. Beehler, Ph.D., CPAPresident
YOU ARE INBelow is a brief description of each admission category. Refer to your acceptance letter to see what your admission category is.
Unconditional Admission: 2.00 high school GPA and ACT Composite score of 20 or higher OR SAT combined Critical Reading and Math scores of 950 or higher.
Conditional Admission: 2.00 high school GPA and ACT Composite score of 18–19 OR SAT combined Critical Reading and Math scores of 870 – 940. In addition to the regular course load, you should also successfully complete LS 104 (Academic Success Skills) during your first year of enrollment.
If you have been classified as provisionally admitted you will be automatically admitted upon receipt of an official high school transcript showing graduation from high school with an acceptable diploma type and 2.00 grade point average. Alternately, an official copy of your GED scores showing successful completion is acceptable in lieu of a high school transcript. These documents should be sent to JSU directly from the high school or testing agency.
If you have earned college credit while in high school (dual enrollment, acceler-ated high school, early college, etc.) you are required to submit official transcripts from the credit awarding institution prior to enrollment. For credit evaluation, these transcripts should be sent from the credit awarding institution and should not indicate “conditional” or “pending” credit. Students who have earned AP or IB credit should have their score report sent to the admissions office in order for credit to be awarded. View the catalogue at www.jsu.edu/catalogue for detailed course equivalents and credit awarding.
GO! Leaders performing at Orientation.
YOUR IDENTITY
JSU Identification Number:Your nine digit JSU ID number is located at the top of your acceptance letter. You will use this number to reference your personal student information when contacting offices on campus. It is recommended that you memorize this number.
MyJSU Account:Your user name and initial password are located at the bottom of your acceptance letter. Use your user name and initial password to access your MyJSU account for the first time at my.jsu.edu to view personal student information, add and/or drop courses, view your financial aid information, and access many other options. After logging in the first time, you MUST change your password. Also, you are required to answer three security questions and add a unique question and answer. It is recommended that you memorize your user name and NEW password.
Office 365 Email Account:Office 365 GEM (gem.stu.jsu.edu) is your JSU email service. Please start checking your JSU email account frequently as important information is communicated via this account. When you register for classes, you will be assigned a license to download/in-stall a free copy of Microsoft Office Professional (up to five devices), you will be able to use the online versions of Microsoft Office, and you will have access to 50 GB of email storage and 1 TB of cloud storage.
Nursing students take part in a group project to study for finals.
Your acceptance letter from the admissions office contains the information below. That letter is in addition to the letter which was included in this envelope.
STUDENT FINANCIAL SERVICESJacksonville State University offers a broad program of financial aid to assist as many qualified students as possible. More than eighty-three percent of JSU students receive some form of financial aid. More than $90 million was awarded last year in scholarships, loans, grants, or campus employment. Our Student Financial Services staff is always ready to serve you and answer all of your questions.
The Office of Student Financial Services contacts you regarding your financial aid through your Office 365 Student GEM account and messages posted on your active messages page on MyJSU. Please check both systems regularly for up to date information.
Most aid programs are based on the individual need of the applicant. Demonstrated financial need is determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) on the web at www.fafsa.gov. The JSU Title IV Code is 001020. Priority deadline for Federal Aid is March 15.
We also offer various scholarships for entering freshmen. Most scholarships are based on the applicant’s academic or extracurricular record, while some are based on demonstrated financial need. The application period is October 1 - March 1.
Visit www.jsu.edu/finaid to view financial aid options and to apply for scholarships.
Students enjoy the summer weather while doing research at Houston Cole Library.
UNIVERSITY HOUSING AND RESIDENCE LIFEWhere you’re going is a home away from home. Living on campus can be a very memorable element of your college experience. That is why all first-time freshmen are required to live on campus. You can refer to the university housing website for more information on this requirement.
Choosing university housing means more than just putting a roof over your head! JSU strives to provide its students with pleasant, furnished facilities that include special features and extras.
You can apply online beginning October 1 at www.jsu.edu/housing. The $150 nonrefundable application fee is paid at the time of application.
Priority deadline to submit an application and roommate request is May 1.
After May 1, assignments are made according to the date of application, applicationfee, and space availability. Every attempt is made to honor requests; however, assignments are not guaranteed.
AmenitiesComplimentary utilitiesComplimentary internet accessComplimentary laundry servicesTelephone serviceCommunity rooms
Students on “move in day” at William A. Meehan Hall.
where you’re going
You will make close friends and still meet someone new every day. At JSU, we realize that your education and experiences are not strictly confined to a classroom. Campus involvement plays a tremendous role in developing not only your mind, but also you as a person. Share your voice by participating in the SGA. Apply to join Freshman Forum and develop leadership skills that will beneift you over the course of your lifetime. With more than a hundred clubs and organizations, you will find numerous opportunities on campus to meet new people and make new friends.
The Department of University Recreation is an energetic and positive environment of diverse students. We also offer group fitness classes including aerobics, zumba, water aerobics, and TRX.
A great way to stay active and competitive throughout the year is with our intramural sports program. We offer intramural competi-tion in basketball, golf, flag football, softball, soccer, putt-putt, bowling, racquetball, tennis, inner-tube water polo, dodgeball, and more. There are different divisions, t-shirts to win, and trophies to earn.
Check out imleagues.com to see our upcoming events, reigning sports champions, and more detailed information.
Freshman Forum students march in the homecoming parade.
Recreation Facilities Basketball CourtsBeach Volleyball CourtVolleyball CourtsBadminton CourtsRacquetball CourtsPing-pong TablesSteam RoomsLighted Tennis CourtsAerobic ClassesCardiovascular RoomsCybex Weight RoomHeated PoolLadiga TrailChallenge Course
OrganizationsAthletic Support GroupsHonor SocietiesProfessional ClubsReligious GroupsService GroupsSpecial Interest GroupsStudent MediaGreek Life
• 9 Fraternities • 9 Sororities
CAMPUS EATS
Feast your eyes on what we have available! We are proud to offer a dining program complete with menu selections that include a wide variety of fresh food designed to satisfy everyone’s appetite. There are four meal plan options for residential students to choose from and commuter dining plans are available.
Enjoy “all you care to eat” Jack Hopper Dining Hall including:• Fresh fruit and salads• Delicious, hot, home-style entrees• Freshly baked pizza and pasta• Deli choices served on freshly baked breads• Ice cream and freshly baked desserts• Homemade soups
Check out our other dining spots on campus and today’s menu at dining.jsu.edu.
Students grab an early morning breakfast before their first class.
GAMECOCK ORIENTATION
Gamecock Orientation is the place where new Gamecocks get their college careers off to a great start. First-year students between the ages of 18-24 are required to attend Gamecock Orientation (GO!) before the beginning of their first semester at Jacksonville State University.
At Orientation, new students are introduced to a campus community that is filled with academic opportunities, rich traditions, and friendly people.
Central to the orientation experience are the GO! Leaders and GO! Advisors. These are enthusiastic and well trained individuals committed to providing new students with all the tools necessary for academic and personal success.
Each orientation session is designed to meet the needs of ALL new students and their families so that they may grow and thrive at JSU. Orientation is just the beginning of a very exciting time for JSU students, so it is our hope that the experience at orientation will be most enriching and rewarding.
Orientation information and registration is available online at www.jsu.edu/go
Students attend the annual convocation ceremony at Burgess-Snow Field at JSU Stadium.
YOUR FIRST YEAR EXPERIENCEMaking it on your own in college can be a challenging experience, but at JSU you’re not alone. All first-time freshmen must take STU 101: First-Year Experience. STU 101 is a course where students will achieve course objectives related to their overall adjustment to being a successful student at JSU.
Topics discussed include how to: • declare a major and develop a relationship with an academic advisor• understand components of MyJSU• know and understand JSU policies• participate in the summer reading program• learn and become active in JSU activities for students• understand and develop appropriate behavior for a college student• become familiar with student services• acquire knowledge and skills necessary to prosper as a JSU student
A snowball fight breaks out at Burgess-Snow Field at JSU Stadium during unexpected snow.
JSU READS...A COMM
ON READING PROGRAMThe Common Reading Program is designed to introduce new students to the intellectual life of JSU. The Common Reading Program is an opportunity for you to become immersed in the JSU academic environment prior to arriving on campus in the fall.
The Common Reading Program is a dynamic program offered to new, incoming JSU students that provides:
• an introduction to academic expectations and intellectual engagement• a common experience with peers and faculty• opportunities for self-reflection, critical thinking, and community involvement• a powerful, meaningful, and fun experience in a student’s first year
You will study and discuss the Common Reading Program book in English Composition andFirst Year Experience courses. The book will also serve as the catalyst for discussion in Freshman Forum and the C.O.C.K.Y. Experience through University Housing and Residence Life. The goals of JSU’s Common Reading Program are to unite the freshman class and to promote thought and action on a variety of relevant issues by reading a common text prior to beginning thefirst semester of college.
The Quad at JSU is a short cut to class, a place to read a book, or a place to hang out with friends.
YOUR SUPPORTWe provide all of our students with access to support services that keep you healthy, safe, happy and successful.
Academic Support ServicesAt JSU, you’re never far away from people who can give you some extra help in your classes. We offer year-round tutoring in many courses at no cost. There’s even a writing clinic if you want to brush up on your English skills and a math lab to help you with those tricky equations. And if you’re an expert you can help others as a paid student tutor at our Academic Center for Excellence (ACE).
University Police DepartmentWe take your safety very seriously at JSU. That’s why we have our own police department that patrols campus 24/7. You’ll find emergency phones around campus and a direct number to our police department in the unlikely event of an emergency. Our officers can take you to your destination on campus after dark and they’ll even unlock your vehicle if you leave your keys in it.
Career ServicesGain a competitive edge in the 21st century job market by taking advantage of our free student career services. If you can’t decide what career path to take, our staff will help you find options for success. We’ll help you write an eye-catching résumé that highlights your unique skills. And we’ll guide you to internship and co-op opportunities.
Counseling & Disability Support ServicesWe believe that getting to Where You’re Going means having someone there to support you, no matter what your personal challenges may be. Our team of licensed coun-selors is there for you, 24/7. And if you have a documented disability, rest assured that our support staff will give you the assistance you need to succeed in the classroom.
RMC University Health CenterCollege isn’t much fun if you’re sick, so we’ve teamed with Northeast Alabama Regional Medical Center to provide our students with the best medical care in the area. You’ll nev-er have to leave campus to find doctors and nurses ready to diagnose and treat your healthcare needs, specialists in men’s and women’s health, and immunizations or allergy shots. With care like we offer, you’ll be back on your feet in no time.
Students take advantage of one-on-one and small group tutoring sessions offered by the Academic Center for Excellence.
“Go Eagle Owls!” would be the resounding cry from JSU Stadium today if ardent fans hadn’t decided more than 60 years ago that the school mascot should be a bird of a different feather. JSU’s first football team was fielded in the late 1800s and nicknamed in honor of a rare predatory bird found near the Arctic Circle.
The exact details are lost to history, but a group of fans decided it was hard for the school’s image to soar like an eagle if the team’s name was something of a turkey. The supporters looked to Southern culture to symbol-ize the school’s tough spirit. Gamecock supporters crowed the loudest, and the university found itself with a new identity.
Along with the new name came new colors. The blue and gold were tossed out in favor of the familiar red and white worn by the area high school players. It was all worked out by 1947 when the Fighting Gamecocks took to the field for the first time. And, as is true to the nature of the warlike bird itself, the football team and other athletes fought their way to bringing home a national championship in every major sport.
JSU FIGHT SONGFight on!Fight on for Ole’ Jax StateWe’re proud thatWe’re from Alabama
Fight On! Now don’t you hesitate!Courage, Pride and HonorWill lead us all to Victory!So, Fight On!Fight for the Red and WhiteWe’re gonna howl tonight!
So come all youGamecocks,Fight and See…We will win the Victory!
SPIRIT AND TRADITIONS
Students and their families cheer on the Gamecocks during a football game at Burgess-Snow Field at JSU Stadium.
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ROTC Honor Guard present the flag during pregame at JSU Homecoming.
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YOUR CHECKLIST
Biology students scan specimens into a computer system that allows easy access in the newly updated Herbarium.
Apply and be accepted
Attend Accepted Student Day (www.jsu.edu/accepted)
Apply for scholarships (October 1 - March 1) (www.jsu.edu/scholarships)
Apply for financial aid (available October 1) (www.fasfa.org)
Apply for housing & choose dining plan (www.jsu.edu/housing)
Explore degrees and majors at JSU
Register for Gamecock Orientation (GO!) (www.jsu.edu/go)
Send final high school transcript after graduation
Attend Gamecock Orientation (GO!)
Move in to your housing assignment
Attend freshman convocation (Fall Semester)
Get involved
Get ready for where you’re going
Picture your self on the next page...
WHERE YOU’RE GOING.
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