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Welcome to SNHU!

We are excited to have you join the SNHU family and we want

to make your transition to the university as easy as possible.

We have created a great online resource for you called the

Navigator, which includes all the information you will need

between now and your first day at SNHU. The online Navigator

will also let you know about some important deadlines that

you will need to pay attention to. We urge you to take some

time to review this information and share it with your family.

You can be confident that our faculty, administration and

staff will support you fully to help make your educational

experience one that will have a lasting positive impact well

beyond your college years. If you have questions, please do

not hesitate to call any member of our staff. We look forward

to making you a valuable part of the SNHU community.

Sincerely,

Paul J. LeBlancPresident of Southern New Hampshire University

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Your username and password allow single sign-on access to register for Summer Orientation, as well as many other online services here at SNHU. These include your University email account, our academic portal known as Blackboard, the online course registration services, and our bill payment system. All of these services, including the registration

for Summer Orientation for you and your parents/guardians, can be accessed through mySNHU by navigating to my.snhu.edu/orientation.

You should have already received your SNHU email address and log-in information. If you have already logged into your mySNHU account, please continue to familiarize yourself with mySNHU and sign up for Orientation. If you have not, the information for log-in is provided below, please log-in as soon as you can to sign-up for Orientation and become familiar with the mySNHU portal.

As a security precaution you should change your password when you log in for the first time. This will help protect your privacy and the use of your account. The password change form is on the “Orientation” section of mySNHU.

Your email address/SNHU username is:

Your password is your birthday in the following format: MMDDYYYYFor example, if your birthday is August 25, 1994, your password would be 08251994.

If you have problems logging into your account, you can contact the SNHU Help Desk by calling 603.626.9000.

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Parents & GuardiansWe have designed a condensed version of the online Navigator for you to view from any computer so you can help your son/daughter chart their course before arriving in September. Just navigate to family.snhu.edu/family. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at orientation@snhu.edu, or call us at 603.629.4631.

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The Summer Orientation dates are June 17, 18 and 19 for First Year Students. First Year Students in the Honors and Culinary programs are scheduled for June 23. Summer Orientation for Transfer Students, except Culinary, including First Year Students transferring in with more than 12 credits are asked to attend the program on June 12.

Sign-up for Summer Orientation at my.snhu.edu/orientation. If you have done so already, continue on to the Course Schedule Inventory (CSI) and English and Math Placement Activities. See Step Two on page 5 for details.

All new University College students are charged an Orientation Fee, which covers the cost of both the Summer Orientation and First Days programs. This is a comprehensive fee that is non-refundable. This covers the expenses associated with these programs for both students and family members.

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mySNHU is a web interface that allows you to access information from Southern New Hampshire University’s administrative database. mySNHU is available to both Students and Faculty and provides a number of convenient online services. mySNHU is used to manage your courses, change your address or phone number, check your grades and much more.

Please visit my.snhu.edu/orientation to familiarize yourself with the self-service section of the site.

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oYou should have received an email and mailing encouraging you to complete the Course Schedule Inventory (CSI) and the Math & English Self-Placement Activities. Please allow at least 45 minutes to complete.

The CSI is a course preference/selection tool. Using the information you receive from the Math & English Self-Placement Activities and the preferences you indicate on your CSI, an advisor will register you for your fall classes based on those preferences, your selected major and available courses.

You will receive your fall schedule during one of the June Orientation sessions – at which time you will be given the opportunity to discuss related questions and change requests with an advisor, if desired. Students who are unable to attend will be notified about their fall course schedule in July or on a rolling basis throughout the summer.

If you have not done so already, please visit my.snhu.edu/orientation to complete these activities/inventory as part of your Summer Orientation process.

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Each area has a live-in professional staff member (Residence Director) who supervises the student Resident Assistant staff, coordinates hall programming for the development of community, acts as a liaison for offices that provide support services for the resident students and provides referral to students in need of personal assistance. Residents are provided the opportunity to interact with other residents through activities and programs presented by the Residence Life Staff.

To complete your personal profile and request a roommate, you will need to go to my.snhu.edu/orientation then go to the MyHousing Link in the middle of the Orientation page. Next, follow the step-by-step instructions on the portal

After you fill out your profile, please select different location types you’re looking for under “Living Preferences”.

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SNHU cares about you and wants to help keep you healthy and happy. All students must have a completed medical record form on file with SNHU Health Services.

• Please visit my.snhu.edu/orientation to complete your health form before you arrive in September and your insurance waiver form before August 1 (if applicable). Health insurance waiver forms are available through One Stop and are returned to One Stop.

Our health service staff members include a full time RegisteredNurse Practitioner and two full time nurses. Health Services offersmedical evaluation and treatment for common acute problems (e.g., cold/flu, sprains and strains, minor injuries, cuts, burns, urinary tract infections, rashes, and sexual health concerns). In addition, nurses provide personal health counseling, education regarding preventative health habits and symptom management, as well as assistance with insurance claims processing. Health services does not offer allergy shots or prescribe controlled chronic medications for the treatment of ADHD. Please call if you need information regarding community resources for these services.

Health Services is a licensed facility and must follow guidelines established by the NH Department of Health and Human Services. Students may be referred to an off-site community medical facility for further evaluation and treatment.

If you have any questions, please contact the Wellness Center.

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One Stop is the place for all of your financial aid, billing and adminis-trative student needs. One Stop partners with students and families to identify, educate, and award the best resources available so you can focus on experiencing a dynamic and exciting SNHU education.

Your financial aid award is determined on the basis of the information you or your parents provided on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). A financial aid award consists of gift aid (such as scholarships and grants, which do not need to be repaid) and self-help aid (such as federal student loans and federal work study which must be borrowed or earned).

The Award Guide available in the online Navigator is a tool to assist you in understanding your financial aid award. Throughout this website, you will find information and instructions on:

• Accepting or declining your offered financial aid • Understanding your rights and responsibilities as a borrower

You can visit the Department of Education’s Direct Loan website at studentloans.gov to finalize your Direct Stafford Loans. The following two steps must be completed by August 1st:

• Sign the Direct Loan Master Promissory Note • Complete the online Entrance Loan Counseling

If you have been offered a Perkins Loan, you will receive an email to your SNHU email address after August 1st with the steps needed to complete and electronically sign the Perkins Loan Master Promissory Note.

Visit my.snhu.edu/orientation for more information or if you have any questions regarding the financial aid process or your financial aid award, please contact One Stop at 877.455.7648 or email onestop@snhu.edu.

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The online Navigator provides you with helpful information on paying your bill and/or enrolling in a payment arrangement with Tuition Management Systems (TMS), as well as information on Financial Aid, tuition, fees, medical insurance, housing rates, and dining plans.

You will also find information about adding money to your Penmen Change Account (for laundry and on-campus vending machines).

Please note that payment of the net balance due must be received by the due dates shown below. Payment is due in full by:

Fall Due Date: August 1, 2014Spring Due Date: January 1, 2015

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Do you enjoy sports? You can make that part of your SNHU experience as well. SNHU is an NCAA Division II institution, so if you want to play for an SNHU team, you must register with the NCAA Eligibility Center.

See your school counselor or visit my.snhu.edu/orientation for more information. If you have questions, please contact Cody Cranor, SNHU Assistant Athletic Director for Compliance, at 603.645.9783 or c.cranor@snhu.edu.

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You may verify that you know this information by logging into mySNHU at my.snhu.edu. If you are unable to access your SNHU email with your email address and password, then please contact the SNHU Technology Help Desk.

Up-To-Date Anti-VirusAnti-Virus is important as it scans your computer to ensure that viruses are identified and quarantined/removed before they cause fur-ther damage. Please make sure you have the latest Virus Definitions file. Please feel free to contact us with any questions on how to do this.

SNHU requires both Macs and PCs to have an anti-virus program installed and up-to-date. Students who reside on campus can be provided with free anti-virus software from Symantec by going to webapps.snhu.edu/Symantec.

Up-To-Date Operating SystemIn Microsoft Windows, the Windows/Microsoft Update web site (windowsupdate.microsoft.com) will scan your computer and offer the latest updates for download. In Mac OS X, the Software Update program from the Apple Menu will provide the latest updates to all of Mac OS X and Apple Software. The latest updates to your Operating System are required to access the SNHU Network.

Visit my.snhu.edu/orientation for more information or if you would like to speak with someone at the SNHU Help Desk, you can get in touch by stopping by the Help Desk in Exeter Hall or by calling us at 603.626.9000.

You can now View My Help Desk Cases to review your active Help Desk Cases and open new Help Desk Cases through mySNHU. Login at my.snhu.edu and look for this link under the Technology section on the left-side Navigation menu.

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What To Do Before Summer Orientationo Step 1 – Register for Summer Orientation

o Step 2 – Complete your Course Schedule Inventory (CSI) and

the Mathematics & English Self-Placement Activities

o Step 3 – Explore mySNHU at my.snhu.edu/orientation

o Step 4 – Complete your Housing Profile (if applicable)

o Step 5 – Complete and return your Medical Record form

o Sign the SNHU Institutional Promissory Note by visiting snhu.edu/9461.asp

o Step 7 – Understand how to pay your first bill: understand your payment

options and complete the necessary paperwork

o Step 8– Apply for NCAA eligibility (if applicable)

Immediately After Summer Orientationo Step 6 – To activate your Federal Direct Stafford Loans complete Entrance

Loan counseling and sign the Master Promissory Note at studentloans.gov by August 1st.

Before Classes Begino Insurance Waiver Form (by August 1)

o Pay any remaining balance on your bill (by August 1) o If interested in working on-campus in a Federal Work-Study or University

Paid position, you can begin to view and apply for positions on August 1st; see page 14 for details

o Register for your parking permit, see page 20 for details

o If you have been offered a Perkins Loan, sign the Perkins Loan Master Promissory Note (MPN) after August 1st. (You will receive an email to your SNHU email account from One Stop with the instructions on how to complete and electronically sign the Perkins MPN)

o Purchase your Laptop (place your order by July 15)

o Complete Alcohol Wise – Part I between August 15 - 30

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Once online, you’ll see a timeline and some important steps for you to complete. Feel free to use this helpful check list.

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Before Classes Begin (continued)o Step 9 – Update your anti-virus software before arriving at First Days

o First Year Students: read your summer reading/common book

o Purchase books for classes

o Read through the Student Handbook and agree to abide by SNHU guidelines

o Add money to Penmen Change accounts (optional) See page 15 for details

o Activate your SNHUOne “refund” Card

o Sign up to receive important information through SNHU Alerts (optional)

After Arriving on Campuso Complete Alcohol Wise Part IIo Attend First Days program to get you off to a great start o Attend Involvement Fair on Wednesday, September 10, 2014

Additional Offices and InformationThe online Navigator also offers links to more details about our campus community and offices. Information on Academic Advising, the Campus Store, Dining Services, the Laptop Program and much more can be found at my.SNHU.edu/orientation under the offices drop down menu.

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The SNHU student employment program is developed to prepare students for “life after graduation” by providing part-time employment opportunities that give students the opportunity to gain valuable work experience (related to your course of study or not) and that encourage community service.

Many Federal Work-Study positions are available on campus as well as in the Greater Manchester community. If you were offered federal work-study as part of your financial aid package, you can apply for a work-study position. Federal work-study positions are not guaranteed; you must apply and be hired for an open position.

The university also has a limited number of university-paid positions. Any student regardless of financial need can apply for a university paid position.

Job postings will begin to be available online through the SNHU Student Employment on/or after July 1st. More information about student employment and work-study, including what work documents you need before you can begin to work, is available online at bit.ly/SNHUwork. (The bit.ly Web address is case sensitive.)

Navigator Check ListGeneral Information

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Penmen Change

Penmen Change is a separate account on your SNHU ID card that is used for laundry and vending transactions, as well as at the Hospitality Restaurant, Caffé E Dolce and the Bookstore (Barnes and Noble College). Funds can be deposited through the “cash-to-card” machine in the Dining Center or at One Stop.

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Manchester is one of the largest and most dynamic cities in northern New England. With a population of just over 100,000, Manchester combines small-town charm with a lively cultural scene.

Go listen to music. We’re home to two orchestras, an opera company, and dozens of nightclubs. Go shopping. Stores here range from upscale boutiques to funky thrift stores—and there’s no sales tax. Go out to eat. Downtown Manchester boasts more than 70 restaurants. Go cheer for a local sports team. We’re home to the Manchester Monarchs hockey team and the Fisher Cats baseball team. Go fishing, go for a hike, or go skiing. Manchester has it all.

Check out some of the links below to find area dining, lodging, shopping and things to do:www.intownmanchester.com www.nh.com www.newhampshire.com www.visitnh.gov www.manchester-chamber.org

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Bus ServiceWe have a city bus that comes directly to our campus; pick up is in front of the Robert A. Freese Student Center.

Visit mtabus.org for an up-to-date bus schedule. See Route 5 – SNHU/River Road

Taxi Services Whether you need a ride to the airport, or just want to head into Manchester to do some shopping or go out to eat, here are few options for taxi and airport services that will pick you up on campus.

Taxi Inc: 603.669.8765 Town and Country Taxi: 603.668.3440 Manchester Taxi: 603.623.2222 West Side Taxi: 603.668.2444 Executive Airport Service: 603.625.2999 Royal Airport Service: 800.494.0508 Queen City Taxi: 603.622.0008

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September 10, 2014The Involvement Fair is held in the fall and spring at SNHU. This is a great opportunity to find a club or organization that interests you, or a place to volunteer. There will be more than 100 clubs and organizations, from SNHU and the local community to visit and learn about. Representatives will be there to answer any questions you may have about their group. Examples of the clubs and types of organizations that will be on hand include academic, community service, intramurals and athletic clubs, Fraternities & Sororities and media groups.

Family.snhu.edu/family is the accessible web portal for the families of SNHU students. Information and contact information for key departments, programs and services can be found here as well as the opportunity to register a family email address for inclusion in our e-communication throughout the year.

Homecoming Weekend at SNHU is October 17 – 19, 2014. This is a weekend for the families of our current students, alumni, faculty, staff and students to come together for a range of activities including a golf tournament, music, sporting events, workshops, and more.

We hope you will put it on the calendar and plan to be part of this annual tradition. Details of the weekend will be posted on family.snhu.edu/family.

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snhupenmen.com is our official website for the SNHU Penmen Athletic program. Follow our teams throughout the year. Better yet, plan to come to the games and cheer on our teams to victory!

As a commuter student, we know that you have different needs than those of our resident students. You’ll be looking for the best parking spots each day, finding space to relax between classes, or deciding whether to eat at home or at school. We are here to assist with your transition to life at SNHU and provide you with a way to connect with other students and services on campus. The Office of Student Involvement offers many resources and ways to connect including a Facebook Group (facebook.com/groups/SNHUCommuters/), Commuter Appreciation Week, Commuter Advisors, a mySNHU page, e-newsletter, lockers, and educational events.

Voluntary Commuter Meal Plan This plan is offered for all commuter students and allows you to add dining dollars onto your SNHU ID card and use these dollars at any food service location that accepts dining dollars. Students sign-up at One Stop and the plan is voluntary for commuter students only. For more information go dinesnhu.com.

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All SNHU students are required to purchase a parking decal if they plan to park on campus. These decals are ordered online at snhu.thepermitstore.com. To order a decal, you will need your SNHU student ID number. This will need to be entered at the time the decal is ordered so your student account can be charged accordingly. You will be billed by SNHU for this charge in the month following the online order. At the time of purchase, you will also be asked to add vehicle information and to enter the mailing address for delivery of the parking decal. You will need this information handy to register for the decal.

All students can begin ordering decals for 2014-15 online on Monday, August 4, 2014. We are not yet sure if there will be a cap placed on the number of freshmen decals made available for 2014-15.

The costs for 2014-15 decals will be as follows:

DeColfmacker Veteran’s Lounge

Freshman Resident Day $204.95

Returning Resident Day $104.95

Commuter Day / COCE $54.95

Located in Room 113 of the Robert A. Freese Student Center, The DeColfmacker Veterans Lounge was conceived to provide better service to SNHU student veterans. As a student veteran, this is your place to connect with other veteran students, or be connected to information and experts on the services, support, and benefits that you are entitled to. To learn more about the Veteran’s Lounge visit your mySNHU page, go to Offices, then choose DeColfmaker Veteran’s Lounge for more information and to find great resources for veterans.

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Many Faces, New Perspectives, One UniversitySouthern New Hampshire University is a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic, multi-generational and multi-gender campus. We believe diversity is integral to our university culture and is essential to fulfilling our mission. The Office of Diversity Initiatives invites students who self-identify as a person of color, a person of Caribbean descent (Cape Verdean, Dominican, Haitian, Jamaican, Puerto Rican, etc.), a member of the LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning) community or of multiracial/cultural heritage as well as those who are allies, to connect with us, diversity@snhu.edu.

The President’s Commission for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer Advocacy is dedicated to the promotion of a campus climate defined by equality, civility and respect. The commission will strive to ensure a safe, positive experience for its students, faculty, staff and alumni who identify as part of the LGBTQ community through advocacy, policy review, programming and education.

For additional resources, visit the Office of Diversity Initiatives in the Student Center room 112. Here you will find a multicultural lounge space and LGBTQ resources. my.snhu.edu/CommunityLife/LGBTQAdvocacy

President’s Commission for LGBTQ Advocacy

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The Robert A. Freese Student Center houses the Campus Store, Campus Café, Copies Plus, Concierge Desk, Interfaith Prayer Room, and Club Suite. Also located in this building are offices for the Dean of Students, Student Center Operations, Office of Student Involvement, Campus Ministry, Veteran’s Services, and Diversity Initiatives, Wellness Center, and LGBTQ support services. There is also meeting/programming space which includes The Last Chapter Pub, the Corcoran Conference Room, and small conference rooms. There are student organization offices in the building, which include the Student Government Association, Coordinators of Activities & Programming Events (CAPE), Inter-Greek Council, Beloved Community, LGBTQ Office, and Radio SNHU. Many students pick up their mail and attend student events, and hangout in this central location on campus.

The Dining Center has offerings ranging from great international dishes at the Euro to great burger options at the Mill City Grill. In addition La Trattoria offers flat bread pizzas, quesadillas, and panini’s. Getting a wrap or sub is never a problem at the Ultimate Deli and Global Cuisine now features a Mongolian Grill to shake things up. The Salad Toss is there for those salad bar lovers and for those in a hurry you can swing by the Express Zone for an on-the-go meal or snack. The dining facility has so many great features. Whether it’s the food, banquet facilities, atmosphere, or a quick cup of coffee, we look forward to serving you and sharing in the excitement.

Robert A. Freese Student Center

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First Days ..................... Aug. 31 - Sept. 2

Start of Classes .............. Sept. 3

Columbus Day Observed .... Oct. 13

Homecoming Weekend ...... Oct. 17 - 19

Thanksgiving Break .......... Nov. 26 - 28

Last Day of Classes ......... Dec. 12

Final Exams ................... Dec. 15 - 19

Winter Break ................ Dec. 20 - Jan. 11

Start of Spring Classes .... Jan. 13

Spring Break ................ March 1 - 8

Classes Resume ............ March 9

Last Day of Classes ........ April 24

Reading Day ................. April 25

Final Exams .................. April 27 - May 1

Commencement ............ May; To be announced

Scan this QR code to view the SNHU Events Calendar or visit: http://snhucalendar.snhu.edu/

SNHU has over 50 clubs and organizations, and 200+ events annually that you can get involved with once you arrive on campus. Check them out on mySNHU at the Office of Student Involvement under the “Offices” drop down.

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Campus Map 1. Athletic Complex 2. New Castle Hall 3. Greeley Hall 4. Whittier Hall 5. Winnipesaukee Hall 6. Merrimack Hall 7. Ossipee Hall 8. Kearsarge Hall 9. Spaulding Hall 10. Winnisquam Hall 11. Chocorua Hall 12. Exeter Hall 13. Stark Hall

14. Robert A. Freese Student Center

15. Shapiro Library 16. Belknap Hall 17. Robert Frost Hall 18. Future Site of the New

Learning Commons (2014) 19. Morrissey House 20. Ford House 21. Dining Center 22. Academic Center 23. Hospitality Center 24. Washington Hall 25. Sunapee Hall

26. Cranmore Hall 27. Attitash Hall 28. Hillsboro Hall 29. Rockingham Hall 30. Central Receiving 31. Operations Center 32. Webster Hall 33. Webster House 34. Madison House 35. Lincoln Hall 36. Conway Hall 37. Hampton Hall 38. Windsor Hall 39. Tuckerman Hall

Parking DirectoryW Resident Student Only

(West of N. River Road)C Commuter Students,

Staff/Faculty, Visitor OnlyE Resident Students Only

(East of N. River Road)L Handicap & LoadingSDX Sodexo Employee OnlyS/F Staff & faculty OnlyV Visitor Parking * No Parking Midnight to 6 a.m.

Points of Interesta Office of Freshman Admission b Office of Transfer Admission c Office of International Admissiond One Stop/Financial Aide Career Development Center f Residence Life g Wellness Center h Campus Storei Post Officej Public Safety k World Affairs Councill New Hampshire Writer’s Projectm Conference and Event Services

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