YOUR GUIDE TO GRADUATE SCHOOL

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YOUR GUIDE TO GRADUATE SCHOOL

WELCOME,FUTUREGRADUATEWe are glad you chose to pursue your graduate studies at the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh! We are proud to welcome you into a university community that supports your pursuit of academic excellence, professional growth and personal well-being. Our graduate programs are designed to provide you with academic challenges along with the individualized attention and supportive environment to help you meet those challenges.

Here at UWO, we want you to succeed, grow and thrive. Thus, we are striving constantly to evolve and innovate as we create educational experiences to meet both the needs of the 21st century as well as your own. In turn, we are committed to creating a diverse community of learners. We also know that your success depends on more than academics alone, so we developed the Graduate UWO Guide to provide you with the information and resources that will help you to achieve success in a well-rounded way.

This publication is for all new graduate students. There are four sections in the UWO Guide: Learning at UWO, Life at UWO, Making Your Home at UWO and Things to Know at UWO. It includes some of the departments and services—and people, places and things—that will be useful in your university journey.

As you prepare for studies in your program, we encourage you to become familiar with the information and resources offered in this guide. It reflects the University’s commitment to serving the whole student, supporting your success and creating an inclusive, safe and respectful environment for everyone. UW Oshkosh graduate programs make this commitment a reality through offering exciting opportunities to apply new knowledge, grow leadership skills, become global citizens and contribute to local communities. Again, we welcome you at the start of your incredible journey, and we will be here for you every step of the way.

Graduate Studies Office800 Algoma Blvd. | 345 Dempsey Hall [email protected] (920) 424-1223

TABLE OF CONTENTSLEARNING AT UWO2021-22 Tuition Payment Deadlines ............................. 22021-22 Academic Calendar… ...................................... 3Steps Toward Graduation ............................................4-5} Admission to Candidacy

} Verification of Plan of Study

} Semester/Term Withdrawal

} Theses and Dissertations

} Degree Time Limits

} Applying for Graduation

} Commencement

Academic Advising ........................................................... 6Graduate Assistantships .................................................. 6Academic Areas ................................................................ 7

} College of Business

} College of Education and Human Services

} College of Letters and Science

} College of Nursing

} Online and Continuing Education

Academic Support of Inclusive Excellence ...............8-9} Men of Color and Latino/a/Hispanic Initiatives

} Indigenous Student Support and Wellness

} Student Achievement Services

} LGBTQ+ Resource Center

} Women’s Center

Information Technology (IT) .................................... 10-11Registrar’s Office ...................................................... 12-13} Registration

} Transcripts

} TitanWeb

Dean of Students ............................................................14Accessibility Center ........................................................15Office of International Education ................................16} International Student Services

} Study Abroad

Career & Professional Development ...........................17Resources for Academic Success ........................... 18-19} Polk Library

} Testing Services

} Project Success

} The Writing Center

LIFE AT UWOStudent Accounts/Financial .................................... 20-23} Billing

} Payments

} Financial Aid

} Financial Literacy

} Student Employment (Handshake)

} UW Credit Union

Veterans Resource Center ............................................24Health Promotion and Wellness ............................ 25-28} Counseling Center

} Student Health Center

} Titan Well

} Student Recreation

Safety ................................................................................29} University Police

} UWO Mobile App

} UWO Go

} Safewalks

} Titan Alerts

} Reporting Incidents

MAKING YOUR HOME AT UWOCommuting to Campus .................................................30Parking ..............................................................................31Titan Central / TitanCard and Titan Dollars ...............32Books & More (University Books & More and Corner Convenience Store)...................................33

THINGS TO KNOW AT UWOFamily Educational Rights & Privacy Act (FERPA) ....................................................34Academic Misconduct ....................................................35Title IX ......................................................................... 36-37

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Jan. 14

May 27

May 2

100% of January Interim (J-Term) charges are due. Financial aid will not post for this term.Any balance will roll to spring term.

100% of May Interim (May-Term) charges are due. Financial aid will not post for this term.Any balance will roll to summer term and be billed with summer.

1% finance charge assessed on remaining balance and $25 late fee assessed for those not making final payment in full

CALENDARSImportant financial and academic deadlines for the 2021-22 school year.

FALL 2021

J-TERM 2022

MAY-TERM 2022

SPRING 2022

Sept. 23

Wednesday

Monday

Monday

Sunday-Sunday

Sunday

Friday

Monday*

Monday**

Sept. 8

June 13, 2022

Jan. 31

March 20-27

April 3

May 13

Jan. 3, 2022

May 16

Begin first 7-week; 14-week term

Begin first 4-week term; 8-week term

Begin first 7-week; 14-week term

Spring break

Last day to drop second 7-week course for 100% tuition refund

End 7-week; 14-week term; spring semester; official graduation date

Begin 3-week J-Term

Begin 3-week May-Term

Feb. 16

Sept. 24

Tuesday

Monday

Monday

Sunday

Monday

Sunday

Sunday

Monday

Monday

Tuesday

Tuesday

Tuesday

Wednesday-Sunday

Sept. 14

July 4

July 11

Feb. 6

March 28

April 10

Feb. 27

Jan. 17

May 30

Oct. 5

Oct. 26

Nov. 2

Nov. 24-28

Last day to drop first 7-week course for 100% tuition refund

Legal holiday, Independence Day – No classes

Begin second 4-week term

Last day to drop first 7-week course for 100% tuition refund



Last day to drop 14-week course for 50% tuition refund

Legal holiday, Martin Luther King Jr. Day – No classes

Legal holiday, Memorial Day – No classes


Last day to drop 14-week course without late drop or withdraw request


Thanksgiving recess

Feb. 17

Oct. 1

Friday

Friday

Friday

Friday

Thursday

Saturday

Wednesday

Tuesday

Friday

July 8

July 8

Jan. 21

June 3

Sept. 23

Oct. 23

Oct. 27

Nov. 9

Nov. 9

End first 4-week term

End second 4-week; 8-week term; official graduation date

End 3-week J-Term; official graduation date

End 3-week May-Term; official graduation date

Tuition payment due – see page 24 for details on payment options

Family Day and Homecoming



End second 7-week; 14-week term; official graduation date

March 1

Oct. 29

March 25

March 28

April 1

April 29

Nov. 26

Nov. 29

Dec. 1

Nov. 1

Minimum 10% of total balance due

Minimum 10% of total balance due

$25 late fee assessed if at least 10% payment was not made

$25 late fee assessed on those not making first payment

1% finance charge on remaining account balance


Minimum 45% of total balance due, bringing total paid to at least 55% of account balance

Minimum 45% of total balance due, bringing total paid to at least 55% of account balance

$25 late fee assessed for those not making second payment


Remaining balance due

Remaining balance due

$25 late fee for those not making third and final payment for the term


1% finance charge assessed on any remaining balance and $25 late fee assessed for those not making the second payment

FINANCIAL AGREEMENT TERMS (NO PREPAYMENT PENALTY)

FINANCIAL AGREEMENT TERMS

FINANCIAL AGREEMENT TERMS

FINANCIAL AGREEMENT TERMS (NO PREPAYMENT PENALTY)

Tuesday Last day to drop 14-week course for 100% tuition refundLast day to drop first 7-week course for 50% tuition refund

Sept. 21

FALL SEMESTER 2021

ACADEMIC CALENDAR

TUITION PAYMENT DEADLINES

SUMMER SEMESTER 2022

SPRING SEMESTER 2022

J-TERM 2022 – CLASSES MEET ON JAN. 3-7, 10-14 AND 18-21

MAY-TERM 2022 – CLASSES MEET ON MAY 16-20, 23-27, AND JUNE 1-3

Sunday Last day to drop 14-week course for 100% tuition refundLast day to drop first 7-week course for 50% tuition refund

Feb. 13

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STEPS TOWARDGRADUATION

ADMISSION TO CANDIDACY OR VERIFICATION OF PLAN OF STUDY

After completing a minimum of nine credits and establishing a plan of study for your graduate degree, certificate or Graduate Achievement Program (GAP), you must finalize your plan of study with your program coordinator and the graduate studies office. For degree-seeking students, this process is called an Admission to Candidacy. For certificate and GAP-seeking students, it’s called a GAP/Verification of Plan of Study.

To achieve this milestone, you must submit a form listing all of the coursework you have taken or will take to complete your degree, certificate or GAP. In certain programs, such as Master of Business Administration or nursing, the form is submitted on your behalf. In most programs, students must complete their own form and submit it to their program coordinator for approval.

Learn more } uwo.sh/grad-candidacy

SEMESTER/TERM WITHDRAWAL

At some point in your graduate studies, you may experience challenges and find that you need to withdraw from all courses in a semester/term. Before initiating the withdrawal process, talk with your program adviser for support and advice about any impacts the withdrawal might have, such as time to degree completion and financial aid implications. Your adviser also will need to approve your withdrawal request. Once you have approval and want to initiate the process, go to uwo.sh/withdraw to begin. You also can find information on how much your refund will be, the impact on your financial aid, the deadline for withdrawing from classes and the details/documentation needed to request a late withdrawal.

Learn more } uwo.sh/withdraw

THESES AND DISSERTATIONS

Some graduate programs require the completion of a thesis or dissertation to graduate. Proposing and writing a manuscript is an exciting time in which you can delve deeper into a specific interest and grow your skills at research, writing and analysis.

In order to begin your thesis or dissertation, you must be in full academic standing and have completed your admission to candidacy. Steps to complete your thesis or dissertation are:

1) Select your committee chair/adviser and committee chair members.

2) Prepare a short proposal for approval by the committee.

3) Complete the research proposal form found on the graduate studies website. Your proposal form must be signed by your program coordinator, chair/adviser and committee members before it is submitted via email to [email protected].

Once your manuscript is complete, you and your chair/adviser will schedule a defense. Your defense is an open, public, oral presentation and culminating experience to share your research findings. Once your committee passes your defense, you can submit your work to the graduate studies office. You will then have the opportunity to publicize your work online with Minds@UW, where your research is available to an international audience. You also may order bound copies of your manuscript for yourself, family members, mentors or friends.

Learn more } uwo.sh/manuscript-prep

At UW Oshkosh, you will be supported from the moment you inquire about your graduate program to the day you graduate. The following topics outline several important milestones that your academic journey may include.

DEGREE TIME LIMITS

All academic requirements for your graduate degree (including work transferred) must be completed within a seven-year time period. Nursing degrees have a five-year time period, psychology degrees have a four- year time period and GAPs/certificates have a four-year period. This time period begins with the start date of the first term in which course(s) were taken for your degree/GAP/certificate. Transfer credits are included in the time period calculation. If you experience extenuating circumstances in completing your degree, you can apply for an extension. Your program coordinator/adviser can provide important support as you determine whether an extension is needed.

APPLYING FOR GRADUATION

After finishing all classes and requirements for your program, you must apply to be conferred a degree or certificate. To be eligible to apply for graduation, you must have completed the Admission to Candidacy or Verification of Program Study step at some point in your program. If you are in a degree program, you will apply to graduate. If you are in a certificate or GAP program, you will apply to complete it. You can apply for graduation on TitanWeb via the self-service section of your student center.

Learn more } uwo.sh/apply-for-grad

COMMENCEMENT

Master’s and doctoral students can celebrate their graduation at one of UW Oshkosh’s two commencement ceremonies, one at the end of spring semester and the other at the end of fall semester. If you complete your graduate program at the end of the summer term, you can choose to attend either spring or fall commencement. Talk to your graduate adviser to learn when to apply for graduation as a summer-term graduate.

Your diploma and official transcript voucher are mailed out four to six weeks after your official graduation date. The official conferral of your degree/GAP/certificate appears on your transcript approximately seven weeks after the end of the semester.

ACADEMIC ADVISING

Meeting with an academic adviser early and often throughout your graduate school journey is a crucial part of achieving success in your program. Your academic adviser can provide guidance on the steps and courses needed to earn your degree in an efficient and effective manner. They also can play an important role in helping you make choices that support your interests, goals, and degree and graduation requirements.

If you experience any challenges that might impact your degree progression, your academic adviser can lend support and provide insight on how to best approach the challenge and continue moving toward completing your degree.

For most graduate programs at UWO, the program coordinator also serves as the academic adviser for students in the program. For certain programs with theses or dissertation requirements, once you choose your thesis/dissertation adviser, that person also may serve as your academic adviser. Because each graduate program is different, you should consult with your program to learn who serves as your academic adviser.

Visit uwo.sh/grad-program-coordinators to learn who serves as the program coordinator for your degree.

GRADUATE ASSISTANTSHIPS

If you would you like to earn income while enhancing what you learn in the classroom, then consider applying for a Graduate Assistant (GA) position.

GAs work closely with faculty and other university professionals in their academic field or related areas.

Responsibilities vary by program and may include assisting faculty with research; tutoring; preparing laboratory experiments and assisting students during labs; assisting faculty with in-class simulations or discussions; or working with clinical programs. GAs work in many roles on campus but are not hired as teaching assistants.

GAs may work up to 20 hours per week, September through May. Assistants who work at least 13.5 hours per week qualify for in-state tuition and are eligible for insurance benefits through the University.

Any full-time graduate student in good academic standing can apply to be a GA; financial need is not a consideration during the hiring process. Applications are accepted year-round and most hiring occurs between April and August.

For more information and to apply, go to uwo.sh/grad-assistant.

GRAD ADVISING / ASSISTANTSHIPS

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COLLEGE OF BUSINESS

Engagement, innovation, personal and professional development, and continuous improvement define the College of Business. UWO is the only business school in northeastern Wisconsin nationally accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). With nine undergraduate majors covering every key business function, three MBA delivery options, a Data Analytics Certificate, and four collaborative master’s programs (business administration, sustainability management, information technology and biotechnology), the College of Business provides students with a wealth of transformative educational opportunities.

Learn more } uwosh.edu/cob

COLLEGE OF EDUCATION AND HUMAN SERVICES

The College of Education and Human Services is long-recognized as a leader in education. The college prides itself in producing some of the best teachers in the state, boasting more than 200 alumni as Herb Kohl Teacher of the Year Award recipients. Quality courses and hands-on experience play an integral role in preparing students to become leading educators, human service professionals and counselors. The college offers six undergraduate majors, a variety of master’s degrees and licensure programs and one doctoral program.

Learn more } uwosh.edu/coehs

COLLEGE OF LETTERS AND SCIENCE

The College of Letters and Science is the largest and most varied college at UW Oshkosh with more than 40 undergraduate majors, a growing list of master’s programs, and hundreds of faculty and staff members across three campuses. Academic degrees span the sciences, arts, humanities and social sciences. Together, academic departments and faculty members have won more Board of Regents Teaching Excellence Awards than any other university in the UW System.

Learn more } uwosh.edu/cols/graduate-programs

COLLEGE OF NURSING

The College of Nursing provides undergraduate, graduate and doctoral nursing students with the expert knowledge, clinical practice skills and critical-thinking ability necessary for success in today’s healthcare industry. As the largest major on campus, the college is fully accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, ensuring students receive top-quality training and education. The Doctor of Nursing Practice–Nurse Anesthesia Emphasis is also accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs. UWO nursing graduates consistently exceed the national pass rate for the National Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN), a testament to the college’s excellence.

Learn more } uwosh.edu/con

ONLINE AND CONTINUING EDUCATION

The Division of Online and Continuing Education (OCE) offers quality, affordable and flexible online degrees and certificates to students who have differing needs than their peers in a traditional college setting. Accelerated, seven-week courses are taught 100% online by instructors who are experts in their fields, and tuition is set at $360 per credit to make budgeting more manageable. With no structured class times, students have the ability to set their own schedule around work and other life commitments.

Learn more } uwosh.edu/online

ACADEMIC AREAS



ACADEMIC SUPPORT OF INCLUSIVE EXCELLENCE

The Division of Academic Support of Inclusive Excellence offers an array of cultural, educational and social programs and activities, with specialized services to enhance students’ academic and personal development. We offer academic support; multicultural advising and guidance; educational forums, seminars and workshops; mentoring; and referrals to other resources both on and off campus.

We are committed to helping students achieve their fullest potential and prepare them for global leadership through an engaging co-curricular experience that embraces, affirms and transforms every student with respect for their varied backgrounds.

Learn more }Center for Equity and Diversity | 717 W. Irving Ave. | (920) 424-3080 | [email protected] | uwosh.edu/asie

MEN OF COLOR AND LATINO/A/HISPANIC INITIATIVES

Men of Color and Latino/a/Hispanic Initiatives (MCLHI) promote the academic and professional development of Latino/a/Hispanic students (including undocumented students) and underrepresented males at UWO. MCLHI collaborates with a broad range of campus entities to maintain an inclusive campus environment and ensure the retention, persistence and graduation of students.

Students benefit from: • Bilingual services (Spanish/English) • Help applying for internships and career opportunities • Leadership and professional development • One-on-one cultural support and mentoring • Ties to a Latino/a community

Learn more } uwosh.edu/mclhi | (920) 424-2245

INDEGENOUS STUDENT SUPPORT AND WELLNESS

Indigenous Student Support and Wellness (ISSW) provides academic support, cultural understanding, academic guidance and counseling referrals for Indigenous students. ISSW is responsible for providing programs and services that support persistence, retention and graduation for these students.

Students benefit from: • Academic guidance and coaching • Assistance finding scholarships, internships and grants • Native American study tables • One-on-one cultural support and mentoring • Ties to Indigenous tribes in Wisconsin and beyond

Learn more } uwosh.edu/issw

STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT SERVICES

Student Achievement Services (SAS) is dedicated to the academic success of diverse students through support services, collaborations and high-impact programs and practices that lead to greater student independence, personal growth and lifelong learning.

} Multicultural Retention Programs (MRP) provides academic and student support services to assist in the enrollment, retention and graduation of multicultural (African American, Asian, Hispanic/ Latino, Hmong and Indigenous) and underserved/ underrepresented (low-income, first-generation) students.

} Multicultural Education Center (MEC) is a multipurpose resource that brings people together to promote and celebrate diversity on campus and in the greater Oshkosh area. MEC sponsors enrichment programs and activities, serves as a resource for faculty, students, staff and the community, and is the embassy for all multicultural and international students on campus.

Students benefit from: • Academic guidance and coaching • Financial aid and financial literacy information • Leadership and professional development • Mentorship opportunities • Multicultural student organizations

Learn more } uwosh.edu/student-achievement-services (920) 424-3081

RESOURCE CENTERSLGBTQ+ RESOURCE CENTER

Building a Safe, Inclusive and Empowered Community The mission of the LGBTQ+ Resource Center is to create a safe, inclusive and affirming campus climate that fosters academic success and personal growth for students, faculty and staff of all genders and sexualities through education, advocacy and support.

Resources: • Alumni mentoring program • Gender Outfitters • Identity discussion groups for students and employees • Inclusive Housing: Rainbow Floor • Internships for credit (undergraduate and graduate) • LGBTQIA+ library media collection • Online resources • Outreach presentations • SAFE/TSAFE trainings • Student advocacy

Educational programs are designed to increase awareness of LGBTQIA+ lives and promote a shared responsibility for a campus climate that is safe for everyone. All programs are free and open to everyone, including the greater Fox Valley community.

For more information } LGBTQ+ Resource Center Campus Center for Equity and Diversity Lower Level, Suite 008 | 717 W. Irving Ave. uwosh.edu/lgbtqcenter | (920) 424-3465 [email protected]

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WOMEN’S CENTER

Intersectional Innovation for Gender Equity Part of the Division of Academic Support of Inclusive Excellence, the UW Oshkosh Women’s Center hosts programs and events to educate the campus community, provides resources for students, employees and community members, and actively seeks collaborations with campus and the surrounding community to promote gender equity.

We endeavor to help people of all genders work, play and live together in ways based on mutual respect by: • Providing resources and education for all of campus • Creating a welcoming space for people to build community

• Promoting an environment that values equity and diversity • Engaging students, employees and the community to work towards solutions for intersectional gender issues

The Women’s Center provides a range of intersectional programming for professional, personal and academic development. The Women’s Center also is a physical space that is great for studying, hosting meetings, hanging out, enjoying a complimentary cup of coffee, tea or hot chocolate and/or playing video games. The Women’s Center has a PlayStation 4 with a growing collection of video games and 55-inch 4K TV, computer lab (five PCs, two Macs), a lactation lounge and two all-gender bathrooms. The Women’s Center is fully accessible.

Visit the Women’s Center website and social media and watch for email announcements for the most up-to-date information about programs and events. Also keep the Women’s Center in mind when looking for internships and field placements.

Individuals do NOT have to identify as a woman to visit the Women’s Center or attend Women’s Center events; people of all genders are welcome.

Resources: • Internships and field placements for credit • Lactation lounge • Book and media library • Online resources • Outreach presentations • Safer sex and menstrual care products • Computer lab, TV and PlayStation 4 • Student advocacy • Craft corner

For more information } Women’s Center / Campus Center for Equity and Diversity 717 W. Irving Ave. | uwosh.edu/womenscenter (920) 424-0963 | [email protected]

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INFORMATIONTECHNOLOGY (IT)Information Technology provides technical support to UW Oshkosh students, faculty and staff.

NetID

Your NetID is your gateway to UW Oshkosh services. Think Canvas, Office 365 (including Outlook), Housing Portal, MyUWO Portal, TitanWeb as well as a computer login for campus computer labs and Titan Wi-Fi.

Learn to set up your NetID at kb.uwosh.edu/100921.

Check out uwosh.edu/it/service-offering/netid for more information on how and when to use your NetID and about how to reset and change your password.

GET YOUR PRINT ON

Each spring spring and fall semester, students are allotted $10 for printing, covered by the Student Technology fee on campus. Students pay approximately $0.02 per black and white copy and $0.16 per color copy.

UWO uses Pharos to manage print queues, this means: • Students can print directly from any computer lab, laptop or mobile device while they are on campus, using the appropriate software and/or app. • Once a file is submitted to the print queue, students can scan their TitanCard or use their smartphone to scan the QR code on the printer to release the print job.

Need to print on the go? Jobs stay in the print queue for two hours, so you can send to the queue now, print later.

Learn more } uwosh.edu/it/service-offering/wireless-printing

Most printers on campus are black and white. Color printers are located in Polk 101 and the Student Technology Center (Polk 005).

COMPUTER LABS

UW Oshkosh’s general-access computer labs come equipped with all the software needed to get coursework done. Don’t want to travel so far? Ask the front desk of your residence hall where the closest computer lab is. • Clow Lab – Clow C014 • Halsey Lab – Halsey 101 • Sage Lab – Sage 1208 • Swart Lab – Swart 229

HELP DESK

Can’t log in? Not sure how to connect to campus Wi-Fi? Come to the Help Desk in Dempsey 207, call us at (920) 424-3020 or email [email protected].

STUDENT TECHNOLOGY CENTER

Want some one-on-one technical assistance? Need some cameras for your group project? Visit the Student Technology Center located in Polk 005.

CLOW TECHNOLOGY CENTER

Planning a presentation? Not sure how to use classroom technology? Just want some IT assistance? Let the Clow Technology Center help you out at Clow C010.

Regarding your NetID account: • Don’t share passwords or accounts • You will need to reset your NetID password every 180 days • Your NetID password can be reset at netid.uwosh.edu/changepassword

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HELPFUL LINKS

Getting Started for Students

uwosh.edu/it/getting-started-for-students

• Quick links for common student services • Information about where to get IT assistance on campus

Computer Labs

uwosh.edu/it/service-offering/computer-labs

• Provides lab locations and hours for each lab • Links to what software is available on Mac and Windows operating systems

Student Technology Center

uwosh.edu/it/service-offering/student-tech-center • Get assistance with technology and software • Check out equipment, such as DSLR cameras and iPod devices

Canvas uwosh.edu/canvas • Access to course syllabi and materials • Training guides

Knowledge Base

kb.uwosh.edu • Database for common IT issues and help guides • Includes answers to often asked IT questions

MyUWO Portal portal.housing.uwosh.edu • Titan Dollars and meal information • Information about the campus community (marketplace, campus events, live falcon cam, etc.)

NetID Password Reset

netid.uwosh.edu/changepassword • Change your password without contacting IT • Also used for first-time registration • Sign up for self-service password reset in case you forget your password. More info here: uwosh.edu/it/service-offering/netid

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REGISTRAR’SOFFICEWHAT DOES THE REGISTRAR’S OFFICE PROVIDE?

} Registration: Courses requiring department, instructor or adviser consent can be processed by filling out the form at uwo.sh/add-drop-assistance. To withdraw from all classes, visit uwo.sh/withdraw for additional information and online withdrawal form.

} Official transcript: Transcripts can be obtained online through Parchment. Fee information and hours are listed at uwosh.edu/registrar/transcripts.

} Veterans services provides support for active-duty veterans, guard members, reservists and dependents of veterans. The Veterans Resource Center can assist with federal and state education benefits as well as support services both on and off campus.

WHAT’S AVAILABLE ON TITANWEB?

} Enrollment appointment information: Registration dates and eligibility

} Account holds: May prevent enrollment and issuing of transcripts

} Class search: Search and filter courses based on specific criteria

} Course catalog: Individual course overviews and descriptions

} Enrollment verification: Printable certificate verifying current, past and future terms’ enrollment

} Grades: Final grades for all completed courses as well as grades for in-progress courses

} Graduation application: Apply for graduation

} Transcripts: Unofficial and the link to the official transcript order form

} Good student discount verification: Printable certificate verifying eligibility

} Voter identification: Verification of enrollment and proof of campus address

} Personal and emergency contact information: Names, phone numbers and addresses

} Financial account summary: Statements including tuition; books, supplies and lab fees; financial aid and more

GRANT TITANWEB ACCESS FOR FAMILY

Some students may wish to allow others to view their TitanWeb account for billing and academic purposes. See the FERPA section on page 34 to learn how to grant TitanWeb access to others. By federal law, the University is not able to speak to anyone other than the student about their student account unless they grant permission to additional people through TitanWeb.

PROBLEMS LOGGING IN TO TITANWEB?

Call the Help Desk at (920) 424-3020 | [email protected] Weekdays: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

TitanWeb Help } uwo.sh/titanweb

Registration Assistance } (920) 424-3454

NEW TO-DO LIST ITEMS FOR FALL 2021

New students will have at least two To-Do List items in their TitanWeb Student Center.

The first item is the Financial Agreement from the Student Accounts Office. The Financial Agreement describes a student’s responsibility for their student account and finances. It also provides the option to make a payment plan each semester. All students will have a hold placed on their account until the Financial Agreement has been completed. Once complete, the hold will be removed. For questions regarding the Financial Agreement, contact the Student Accounts Office at [email protected] or call (920) 424-1332.

The second To-Do List item is to verify a student’s Registration Information. This ensures the University has the most up-to-date contact and program information for all enrolled students. For questions regarding registration information, contact the Registrar’s Office at [email protected] or call (920) 424-3454.

FOR MORE INFORMATION

UW Oshkosh Registrar’s Office 800 Algoma Blvd., Oshkosh WI Dempsey Hall, Room 130 uwosh.edu/registrar | (920) 424-3454

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ACCESSIBILITY CENTERResources for Academic Success



HOW DO I RECEIVE ACCOMMODATIONS?

1) Visit uwosh.edu/deanofstudents/accessibility-center 2) Submit an accommodation request form

3) Submit documentation from your provider

4) Schedule an initial interview with our accessibility coordinator

UNIVERSITY COMMUNITY

• Academic • Dining • Housing • Parking

EXAMPLES OF ACADEMIC ACCOMMODATIONS

• Electronic textbooks and course materials • Exam accommodations • Proctors, scribes and readers for exams • ASL interpreters • Note-taking assistance • Assistive technology

Please note: Students are not limited to the accommodation examples listed above.

ACCESSIBLE COMPUTER LABS

• The Access Lab is equipped with adaptive software, large-screen computers and document magnifiers. • Many computer labs across campus are equipped with page magnifiers, high-resolution scanners and closed-circuit television (CCTV) magnifiers. • All labs have a large-screen computer, ZoomText software and access to Kurzweil software.


Accessibility Center 800 Algoma Blvd. | Dempsey Hall, Room 125 uwo.sh/accessibility | (920) 424-3100 [email protected]

The Accessibility Center does not provide personal attendants, legal counsel, transportation or personal computers.

The Accessibility Center is committed to providing services and support for students with disabilities, ensuring equal opportunity to participate in all aspects of university programs, services and activities on all UWO campuses. The center coordinates reasonable accommodations, providing students the opportunity to reach their highest level of success and promoting independence and self-advocacy.

In fulfilling our purpose, we: • Advocate for students • Challenge and support students, faculty and staff • Cultivate learning and development opportunities • Create a space for students to be heard, valued and validated • Work to solve problems • Work to ensure a safe and inclusive community for our students • Protect the integrity of the University community

} Student Advocacy The Dean of Students Office strives to provide advocacy for students in need. Students encountering a problem who are not sure where to turn should come to the Dean of Students Office. Whether it is an issue in a class or a problem with a landlord, we can help with support and advocacy.

} Student Care Team The Student Care Team (SCT) is a network focused on prevention and early intervention for students experiencing distress. SCT meets on a weekly basis to coordinate care for students and provide the assistance necessary to ensure they are personally and academically successful.

} Title IX The Dean of Students Office manages student accommodations (i.e. change in class schedules, residence hall moves, no contact directives) relating to Title IX complaints, investigations or other related instances involving sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking.

} Bias Incident Report UW Oshkosh is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every member of our community is respected and valued. Whenever an instance of bias occurs, we encourage filing an online report so the situation can be addressed.

} Late Withdrawal/Late Drop from Coursework If a severe circumstance impedes a student’s ability to be academically successful, the Dean of Students Office processes late withdrawal/late drop coursework requests.

} Out of Class Letters When a student misses class due to a personal or medical circumstance, the Dean of Students Office sends faculty an email notifying them of the absence.

} Student Conduct The Dean of Students Office is responsible for the student conduct process at the University. Our process is grounded in education and development and practices fundamental fairness to all involved. Our philosophy is guided by the notion that mistakes made can be invaluable learning opportunities for students. Furthermore, it is our goal to cultivate a safe community for all students, staff, faculty and guests at UW Oshkosh.


Dean of Students Office 800 Algoma Blvd., Oshkosh WI Dempsey Hall, Room 125 uwosh.edu/deanofstudents | (920) 424-3100

UW Oshkosh Dean of Students

DEAN OF STUDENTS

The Dean of Students Office supports students at UW Oshkosh through advocacy, care, guidance and support.

Our purpose is to: • Fill the gaps in serving students • Influence the student experience in a positive way • Help students navigate UW Oshkosh • Guide the institution on policies, laws and regulations affecting students



CAREER & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Welcome, Titans! The staff at Career & Professional Development are excited to help you with all your career-related needs through every step of your college experience. We assist with industry-specific advising, developing career readiness skills and helping you find part-time, full-time and internship opportunities. We encourage you to make an appointment with a career adviser early. Our goal is to help all Titans become equipped, confident and connected.

OFFICE OF INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION

Add adventure to your degree! The Office of International Education (OIE) offers short-term, semester, year-long and internship and volunteer programs in a variety of locations. Students earn academic credit while exploring the globe and immersing themselves in new cultures. The OIE also advises international students from around the world on U.S. student immigration regulations. Additionally, the OIE offers English language support and tutoring for all students and an Intensive English Program for nonnative English speakers.

English language support tutoring for nonnative English speakers helps to: • Interpret course assignments • Comprehend cultural backgrounds • Increase confidence when giving presentations and participating in classroom discussions • Identify campus resources for additional support

Learn more } English Language Support [email protected]

STUDY ABROAD

Studying abroad allows students to gain independence, develop a global perspective, become fluent in another language and bolster resumes with unique skills and experiences.

Graduate students have the following study abroad options: • Travel on a group program with a faculty leader during J–Term or May–Term • Travel individually to one of our partner institutions (year-round options) • Complete a high-impact internship abroad

If a graduate course is not offered for group or individual programs, students may be able to work with their faculty adviser to create an independent study abroad program.

For more information } Office of International Education Dempsey Hall, Room 202 | uwosh.edu/oie (920) 424-0775 | [email protected]

CAREER & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Visit the UW Oshkosh homepage, click on Titan Services, and log in to Handshake using your NetID and password.

As a graduate student, what services should I use?

uwosh.edu/career

Handshake } Apply for full- or part-time,

career-ready positions through Handshake

Appointments } Explore industries of interest by

meeting with a career coach

Events } Attend a career event to meet

with industry professionals

Career Closet } Expand your professional wardrobe by visiting the

Career Closet

Resume Review } Create an effective resume

by using VMock or an advising appointment



LIBRARY & TESTING SERVICES

PROJECT SUCCESS & WRITING CENTER

POLK LIBRARY

Graduate-level work requires using the best sources in the best ways. In addition to Polk’s selection of books, media titles and primary source collections on the shelves, students can request materials from across the UW System, including UW-Madison, which boasts one of the 10 largest academic library collections in the country. On top of that, Polk has an all-electronic journal collection of more than 118,000 titles.

These advanced resources, written by specialists, are an essential part of graduate research. Polk also offers a growing streaming video collection for access to important documentaries and licensed educational video content.

Polk Library is a great place to work on your research papers and study. Polk is a home office, study hall and distraction-free zone with Wi-Fi and a variety of study environments. Find quiet study areas for solo work, bustling workspaces for group projects, or even private, tech-equipped study rooms for individual or group study. Students can use the library website to find available workstations and spaces before getting to the library.

Polk Library’s professional academic librarians and staff members are available to help students navigate the world of college-level research. In addition to visiting

classes for instructional sessions, staff members are available for students in person, via webchat, email, phone or one-on-one consultations.

For more information } Polk Library | 801 Elmwood Ave. (920) 424-4333 | [email protected]

TESTING SERVICES

Staff members in Testing Services provide high-quality assistance to students taking classroom tests, makeup tests and business or professional exams.

Placement testing is available online at uwosh.edu/testing/placement-testing-remote, or in person—under special circumstances—or for retakes.

Additionally, Testing Services offers a variety of standardized tests including: CLEP, MAT, TEAS, FORT, Praxis II and GRE (general and subject exams) as well as multiple business and professional tests. Please see our website for a complete list.

For more information } Testing Services | Polk Library, Room 4 (920) 424-1432 | [email protected] uwosh.edu/testing

PROJECT SUCCESS

Project Success is a remedial program for students attending UW Oshkosh who have learning disabilities in the areas of reading, writing or mathematics or have documented ADHD. The program serves approximately 300 students on campus.

Project Success focuses on teaching reading, spelling, written expression and organizational/executive function skills that foster success at the college level and beyond. Our goal is to assist students in developing the necessary language skills to read, write and spell effectively and efficiently to become academically independent. Project Success is one of few programs nationwide that serves as a remedial program rather than a tutorial assistance program.

What support services are available? • Academic accommodations • Remedial coursework • One-on-one organizational tutoring • Writing and mathematics tutoring support • Educational evaluations

For more information } Project Success 800 Algoma Blvd. | Nursing/Education, Room 26 (920) 424-1033 | uwosh.edu/projectsuccess

@ProjectSuccessUWOshkosh

@ProjectUWO

THE WRITING CENTER

The Writing Center helps students become better writers through free one-to-one sessions with writing coaches. Writing coaches are students who have been trained to work with individual students on any assignment or project in any major or subject area.

Meetings take place in person or virtually and last up to 50 minutes. Appointments are scheduled online. Students can schedule up to three appointments per week. The Writing Center also offers evening and weekend appointments.

For more information } Writing Center 750 Elmwood Ave. | Student Success Center, Suite 102 (920) 424-1432 | [email protected] uwosh.edu/testing

@UWOWritingCenter

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QUICK CHECKLIST FOR FINANCIAL SUCCESS

Plan for Success • Plan for how you will pay Apply for financial aid Apply for scholarships Apply for private loans if needed Apply for a job on campus at uwosh.joinhandshake.com

Pay Your Bill • Log in to TitanWeb Check your to-do list and complete your financial agreement Sign up for direct deposit to avoid waiting for paper refund checks Grant access to others who may need to assist you with your account Verify and update your contact information if needed

Ongoing • Log in to TitanWeb at least monthly Check your to-do list Check your account after enrollment changes • Check your student email regularly

For more information } Student Accounts 800 Algoma Blvd. | Dempsey Hall, Room 236 (920) 424-1332 | [email protected]

Cashier’s Office 800 Algoma Blvd. | Dempsey Hall, 2nd Floor. (920) 424-1111 | [email protected]

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STUDENT ACCOUNTSFINANCIAL

} Billing of tuition, fees and charges for housing, dining and other campus services is done electronically through TitanWeb with email notifications sent to a student’s UW Oshkosh email account. Paper bills are not mailed. There are three billings for fall and spring semesters and two for summer. Initial billing is done three to four weeks prior to the start of the semester, except for the J-Term and May-Term. Students are required to sign a financial agreement to pay tuition and fees before they are able to register for classes. For each term, 10% of the total tuition bill is due by the first date, and two 45% payments are due the following months. The amount due for a student is shown on TitanWeb under the account balance summary section. There is a 1% finance charge assessed the first business day of the month for any unpaid balance. There is never any prepayment penalty — students may pay the balance in full at the start of the term to avoid any finance charges.

It is important to check TitanWeb regularly for new charges. Students often charge textbooks to their account or have Student Health Center charges on their account throughout the semester.

} Payment can be made at the Cashier’s Office in Dempsey Hall, second floor, main hall, with cash or check. To reduce person-to-person contact, envelopes are available near the cashier’s window along with a payment drop box. Payments also can be made online with an e-check or credit/debit card. The e-check requires entering a bank routing number and account number with a $0.50 service charge. The credit/debit card option has a 2.75% service fee.

} Late payments will result in a hold on a student’s account. The hold prevents a student from adding classes, requesting transcripts and enrolling in future terms. Missing the first payment of the semester may result in a student being withdrawn from classes.

If you have a 529 College Savings Plan, you can print or export the statement of account and most plans will accept that document for producing a check. Checks should have the student ID in the memo and be mailed to the UWO Cashier, 800 Algoma Blvd., Oshkosh, WI 54901.

Please be aware of DROP DATES! • Academic drop dates | uwosh.edu/registrar/add-drop • Financial drop dates | uwo.sh/payment-deadlines



HANDSHAKE & UW CREDIT UNION

STUDENT EMPLOYMENT

Many students seek part-time employment to help cover expenses during college. Use Handshake to search for on-campus employment opportunities. Students can log in to Handshake online at uwosh.joinhandshake.com.

UW CREDIT UNION

UW Credit Union is a nonprofit bank alternative that offers convenient on-campus banking for UWO students, including our exclusive Titans debit card! With friendly financial experts and easy online banking, you can confidently manage your money and make the most of college life. We provide options to fit students’ individual needs, such as CLEAR checking, with no overdraft fees and no paper.

Take advantage of all UW Credit Union has to offer: • Find surcharge-free ATMs on campus. • Download our best-in-class mobile app. • Finance your education with affordable student loans. • Build credit with a low-limit credit card with no annual fee. • Use your mobile wallet to pay on the go.

Open your account online at uwcu.org, or stop by the UW Credit Union branch in Reeve Memorial Union to get started.

Federally insured by NCUA.

For more information } UW Credit Union 748 Algoma Blvd. | Reeve Memorial Union (800) 533-6773 | uwcu.org

FINANCIAL AIDFINANCIAL AID

Financial aid is applied automatically to student accounts around the start of classes if aid has been accepted. Overages will be refunded via direct deposit, found on TitanWeb, or by check, which takes two weeks to process. Students with financial aid still need to check TitanWeb to ensure payments post to their account. Financial aid payments may be delayed if there are items on a student’s to-do list found on TitanWeb.

All correspondence from the Financial Aid Office is sent electronically via TitanWeb. Students should check TitanWeb frequently to make sure there are no outstanding items on their to-do list. Federal student loans require additional steps for first-time borrowers. Steps will be outlined on a student’s TitanWeb to-do list.

In order to continue receiving financial aid, students must meet Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) by maintaining at least a 3.0 GPA, completing 67% of coursework and completing degree programs within the maximum time frame. A graduate student’s SAP status may be viewed in TitanWeb. SAP is evaluated and updated in TitanWeb prior to the start of each semester. SAP is only applicable to students who want to to receive financial aid.

Visit uwosh.edu/student-financial-services for more information on tuition and fees, payment deadlines, the partial payment plan, direct deposit, 1098T form, drop dates and hours of operation. Please refer to the FERPA section on page 34 for more information about how students can grant TitanWeb access to other family members.

FINANCIAL LITERACY

The GradReady program is a free financial literacy tool provided by UWO that promotes financial wellness and encourages students to take control of their finances early in their careers. Available through the Financial Aid website, this program includes budgeting, managing student loan debt and other helpful financial information.

The GradReady program has three sections: • Path 1 – Paying for College: It’s all about making a plan • Path 2 – Money Management: Budgeting your money • Path 3 – Real World Finance: Student loan repayment

For more information } Financial Aid Office 800 Algoma Blvd. | Dempsey Hall, Room 104 (920) 424-3377 | [email protected] uwosh.edu/financialaid

TO CONTINUE RECEIVING YOUR FINANCIAL AID

• Maintain at least a 3.0 GPA • Successfully complete at least 67% of your credit load each semester • Complete program within 150% of minimum required credits for degree

@UWOFinancialAid

@UWOFinAid



COUNSELING CENTER

The Counseling Center at UW Oshkosh provides a place of inspiration and guidance for the wellness of all students. Our approach includes a balance of treating mental illness concerns and strengthening the essential aspects of mental health. Our focus is for students to flourish, which includes feeling good and functioning well.

VETERANS RESOURCE CENTER

Veterans Resource Centers (VRCs) are located on the Oshkosh, Fond du Lac and Fox Cities campuses. VRCs are central locations to explore available veteran education benefits, campus services and community resources while connecting with veterans, friends and VRC staff.

The VRC provides support and guidance to current and prospective student veterans, guard members, reservists and their spouses and dependents. The purpose of the VRC is to empower the military-affiliated community at UW Oshkosh with the tools necessary to achieve their academic goals.

UW Oshkosh’s VRCs offer the following services: • Veteran education benefits information and certification • Student services information • Community veteran resource connections • Veteran priority registration • Information about campus events and veteran programming • Individual study pods • Computer lab with printer, scanner, web cams, headsets and Common Access Card (CAC) readers • Free coffee and tea for veterans • Wi-Fi and charging station • A welcoming space to connect with other veterans • Student Veteran Association student organization

For more information } Veterans Resource Center 800 Algoma Blvd. | Dempsey Hall, Room 130 (920) 424-1804 | [email protected] uwosh.edu/veterans

@UWOVeterans

@UWOshkoshVRC

@UWOVRC

SERVICES

} Individual Counseling Meet one-on-one with a counselor to work toward personal mental health and wellness goals.

} Group Therapy Join a therapy group that best addresses your goals and benefit from the support and wisdom of your peers and a counselor. Groups may include interpersonal process and skill building (how to manage distress and emotions, reduce anxiety, etc.), self-compassion, grief, trauma, LGBTQ+ support, restorative yoga, CALM yoga and more.

} Wellness Workshops Students have the opportunity to choose an experiential activity designed to build skills that foster long-term happiness (examples include self-compassion, mindfulness, optimism, kindness, connection, gratitude, cultivating strengths and more).

} Biofeedback Learn how to achieve relaxation and better health through the awareness and training of your breathing through computer-based programs.

} The Just Breathe Room Enjoy a place of solitude for gentle exploration of mindfulness activities that help you to feel well.

} The Rejuvenation Room Enjoy our heated massage chair while listening to music along with aromatherapy. This room also is available for interfaith practices and lactating mothers.

} Self-Compassion Group Connect with others and learn to be kinder and more compassionate toward yourself. This group helps you move beyond self-criticism toward self-acceptance.

} Animal-Assisted Therapy Meet with our therapy dog, Leo, along with a counselor to relax and center yourself.

} Drop In and Breathe 30-minute opportunity to engage in mindfulness and relaxation activities.

HOW TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT

Students can call the Counseling Center at (920) 424-2061 or walk in and request an appointment.

Should a mental health crisis occur outside of operating hours, please contact one of the following: • National Crisis Hotline – (800) 273-8255 • Winnebago County Mental Health Crisis – (920) 233-7707 • Fond du Lac County Mental Health Crisis – (920) 929-3535 • Outagamie County Mental Health Crisis – (920) 832-4646 • Calumet County Mental Health Crisis – (920) 849-9317


Student Success Center, Suite 240 750 Elmwood Ave., Oshkosh WI uwosh.edu/counseling | (920) 424-2061

@UWOcounselingcenter



TITAN WELL

DID YOU KNOW?

99% of UWO students recommend the Student Health Center and their SHC provider to a friend. (Patient Satisfaction Survey, 2019)

According to a student survey, these are the top 5 benefits: • Healthcare at a low cost • Self-care education for treating illness • Avoid missing classes due to health • Peace of mind regarding health • No need to travel to receive care

STUDENT HEALTH CENTER

The Student Health Center (SHC) at UW Oshkosh is a nationally accredited medical clinic and provides a full range of healthcare services to all registered students who pay segregated fees as a part of their tuition.

Our staff consists of experienced, board-certified, credentialed professionals comprising physicians, nurse practitioners, a mental health nurse practitioner, nurses, medical assistants and administrative professionals.

SERVICES

• Behavioral health diagnosis and treatment • Evaluation, diagnosis and treatment by physicians and nurse practitioners • Immunizations • Laboratory testing • Men’s health • Physical exams • Sexual health services; contraceptive care, STI testing • Transgender health • Triage care • Women’s health

Most office visits are free. There are minimal charges for physicals, lab tests, procedures, injections and medications. Services can be paid using credit or debit card, TitanCard or billed to a student’s account.

HOW TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT

To schedule an appointment, call the Student Health Center at (920) 424-2424.

STUDENT HEALTH PORTAL

The Student Health Portal provides convenient, accessible healthcare, which allows patients to send and receive secure messages, view lab results, access certain medical records, schedule appointments and complete health forms online.

Learn more } shcportal.uwosh.edu


Student Health Center 777 Algoma Blvd. | Radford Hall (920) 424-2424 | [email protected] uwosh.edu/studenthealth

HEALTH PROMOTION AND WELLNESS

The goal of health promotion and wellness at UW Oshkosh is to create a culture of health and well-being that fosters personal and academic success. Guided by inclusion, respect and equity, Health Promotion and Wellness efforts provide holistic education, support and resources for students to create and sustain long-term, healthy behaviors.

Health promotion programs and events cover a variety of topics, including: • Alcohol and drug abuse • Body image and eating disorders • Bystander intervention • Violence prevention • Nutrition and meal planning • Sexual health and relationships • Sleep hygiene • Stress management and mental health

Peer Wellness Educators and Violence Prevention Educators are Student Recreation and Wellness Center (SRWC) student employees trained to provide health education to the campus community. They develop and implement wellness initiatives focused on relevant health issues, lead and facilitate programs and serve on various campus-wide committees focused on health, wellness and violence prevention.

Visit the Titan Well at the Student Recreation and Wellness Center to chat with wellness and violence prevention educators and access free and for-purchase wellness supplies, such as first aid items, over-the-counter medications and contraceptives.

For more information } Titan Well 735 Pearl Ave. | Student Recreation and Wellness Center [email protected] | uwosh.edu/wellness

SEXUAL AND INTERPERSONAL VIOLENCE PREVENTION

UW Oshkosh is committed to providing the safest campus possible for our students, faculty and staff. Through programs and policies, we work year-round to support victims/survivors, prevent sexual and interpersonal violence, and communicate that violence is unacceptable.

} Victim/Survivor Advocacy Services Students have the right to report an incident of sexual or interpersonal violence to the University, law enforcement or both. They also have the right to not make a report. The University provides advocacy services for victims/ survivors of sexual assault, intimate partner violence and other interpersonal violence, including stalking and sexual harassment. These services are free and confidential and do not require a student to report.

} Medical Advocacy • Discuss medical options after a sexual or physical assault • Discuss evidence collection options • Accompany students to the hospital

} Legal Advocacy • Discuss legal options and rights • Accompany students to file police reports or any court proceedings • Assist students in obtaining restraining orders

} University Advocacy • Discuss the University’s responsibilities in responding to these incidents • Assist students in filing a report with the University • Coordinate with other University departments to support survivors (Residence Life, Dean of Students, Counseling, etc.)

} Personal Advocacy • Discuss students’ thoughts and feelings after these incidents • Help students create safety plans • Offer support to friends and family


For more information on programs and services, visit uwosh.edu/wellness or contact [email protected].

OFF-CAMPUS SEXUAL ASSAULT HOTLINE



STUDENT RECREATION SAFETY

A wide variety of recreational opportunities are available for students at UW Oshkosh. First-rate facilities, intramural sports, sport clubs, the Outdoor Adventure Center (OAC), group exercise, fitness assessments, weight room orientations, personal training and other group and individual programs and activities provide something for everyone.

FACILITIES

The Student Recreation and Wellness Center (SRWC) includes 104,000 square feet of recreational space, offering basketball courts, jogging and walking track, indoor multipurpose gym, volleyball courts, climbing wall, golf simulator, strength training areas, 100+ pieces of cardio exercise equipment, two group exercise studios, cycling studio, TRX suspension training and a lounge area for students to relax, study or watch television.

Other campus recreational facilities include Kolf Sports Center (basketball and volleyball courts) and Albee Hall (basketball and volleyball courts, three racquetball courts and an aquatics facility with a nine-lane lap pool and an adjoining diving well).

The Rec Plex is the home for intramural sports, sports clubs and drop-in recreation. The Rec Plex is a 4.35-acre recreational complex with lighted, multiuse synthetic turf, a 3000-square-foot support building and a seasonal dome to allow for year-round recreation.

PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES

} Aquatics activities include open lap swim and special events.

} Sport clubs are student organizations that provide members with learning experiences, new skills and opportunities to practice and compete in their favorite sport. There are currently 16 active sport clubs: bowling, cheer and stunt, climbing, dance, fishing, men’s golf, hip-hop, ice hockey, men’s lacrosse, racquetball, women’s rugby, men’s and women’ ultimate Frisbee, and men’s and women’s volleyball.

} Group exercise classes are held daily in the SRWC studios. Personal trainers also are available for hire at discounted rates for students.

} Intramural sports for varying skill levels feature a wide variety of recreational and competitive opportunities, including soccer, basketball, volleyball, dodgeball, floor hockey, tennis, ultimate Frisbee, racquetball, bags and flag football.

} The Outdoor Adventure Center (OAC) is responsible for operating the climbing wall and bicycle repair shop at the SRWC. The OAC also offers a comprehensive supply of outdoor equipment available for rent, including short- and long-term bike rentals. OAC trip leaders offer numerous outdoor trips throughout the academic year.


Student Recreation | 735 Pearl Ave. (920) 424-1245 | uwosh.edu/recreation

@uwostudentrec

UW OSHKOSH POLICE DEPARTMENT

The UW Oshkosh Police Department is dedicated to developing partnerships with the community we serve in order to support and enhance the mission of the University. As a team, we preserve a learning environment that supports inclusivity, excellence and quality of life across campus to provide a safe atmosphere for all students, faculty, staff and visitors of UW Oshkosh.

} UWO Mobile App The UWO mobile app is available for iPhone and Android phones. Instructions on how to download the app can be found on the UW Oshkosh Police Department website.

} UWO Go UWO Go is a non-emergency service that provides an on-demand safe ride for students and employees on and near the UW Oshkosh campus. UWO Go runs seven days a week when classes are in session at no cost for students currently enrolled at UW Oshkosh. This system operates like Uber or Lyft—however it’s free for UWO students and employees of the University. Learn more at uwosh.edu/police/uwogo.

} Safewalks Safewalks are available to students, employees and campus guests who wish to be escorted at night to and from areas close to campus. Use the UWO Mobile “Chat with a Dispatcher” feature or call the police department at (920) 424-1212 to request a walk. The Safewalk boundary is roughly five blocks from the edge of campus in any direction.

} Medical Safety Policy The safety of our campus community members always will be the top priority. If a community member calls for assistance due to a level of their own impairment or the impairment of a different person they’re with, police officers will respond to help, not issue tickets. This policy is not intended to provide relief from legal consequences or administrative discipline in relation to serious crimes, including—but not limited to— all forms of assault, theft, property damage and distribution of illicit substances.

} Community Service Officer Program Community Service Officers (CSOs) are student employees who provide additional safety and security on campus. They patrol the campus in pairs, work security stations within the residence halls during night hours, offer the Safewalk, Saferide and Saferoute programs and provide additional resources for special events.

} Titan Alerts Titan Alert, a campuswide alerting system, is used to communicate important campus information directly to mobile phones, email and social media. Students, faculty and staff can sign up to receive these alerts by visiting uwosh.edu/emergency/titanalert.

} Reporting Incidents We have several different ways to connect with the police department to report incidents and information. The UWO mobile app has several reporting options. Our website also is available to report non-emergency incidents.

CONNECT WITH US ONLINE

On our website, you can find detailed information about our core values, guiding principles, fair and impartial policing and how we train and manage our personnel. The website also features a “How Did We Do?” form that offers the opportunity to share feedback about your experience with our staff.

Learn more } uwosh.edu/police


Police Department Emergency: 911 | Non-Emergency: (920) 424-1212 uwosh.edu/police

@UWOPD @uwopolice



COMMUTER STUDENTS PARKING

We recognize that most graduate students participating in on-campus graduate programs commute to the Oshkosh campus. Below you will find helpful information for commuter students, including parking tips, where to find the Commuter Lounge and ways to get involved on campus.

INVOLVEMENT

• Hang out with other students in Reeve Memorial Union • Join a student organization • Use campus resources • Find a job on campus through Handshake • Visit the Student Recreation and Wellness Center • Purchase a meal plan designed specifically for commuters • Attend a Reeve Union Board event: movies, live music, hypnotists and more

COMMUTER LOUNGE

First floor, Reeve Memorial Union, Student Involvement • Comfortable furniture • Microwave, fridge and computer • Single-day and semester locker rentals • Nearby television and study lounges

PARKING

Commuter students should allow themselves 20-30 minutes to find a parking spot at the start of each semester. • See page 31 for parking permit information • Find campus maps with parking lot locations at uwosh.edu/maps.

COMMUNICATION

• Inform your professors that you commute—especially if you live outside of Oshkosh—so in case of bad weather they know you might be late or absent. Email your instructors if you are not able to attend class. • During potentially bad weather, visit uwosh.edu for weather-related closings or postponements. Before you leave home and head to campus, check your student email or Canvas to see if your professors have canceled class.


New Student and Family Programs 800 Algoma Blvd. | Dempsey Hall, Room 148 (920) 424-3269 | [email protected]

PARKING INFORMATION

} Parking on the Oshkosh campus is digital. Permit holders are assigned to park in a specific area of campus based on the permit they purchase. No physical permit will be issued. A digital permit means your license plate number is your permit. License plates are monitored and enforced through License Plate Recognition. More than one plate number may be listed with a permit; however, only one vehicle can be on campus at a time if they’re listed under a single permit.

} Commuter Student Parking Log in to the UWO parking portal at uwo.sh/parking to view all permit options, see up-to-date pricing and purchase a permit. A variety of permit options are available to graduate students, including single-day, Monday/Wednesday/Friday, Tuesday/Thursday, evening-only or semester and annual passes. Each permit type has a description that outlines the days/times and lot locations for which the permit is valid. All vehicles parked on campus must have a license plate that faces the traffic lane. Vehicles with front license plates have the option to pull through or back into a parking space. Commuter lots are open from 6 a.m. to midnight with a valid permit. However, some commuter permits are only valid during specific time periods. Be sure to check your permit type to know when it is valid. Otherwise, your vehicle is subject to being ticketed.

} Short-Term Parking Hourly parking is available via the AMP Park mobile app or aimsmobilepay.com. The Oshkosh campus no longer uses meters or pay stations for hourly parking. Hourly parking is handled entirely through the AMP Park mobile app or website. We encourage all campus visitors to download the free AMP Park mobile app and create an account with vehicle information prior to arriving on campus. Learn more at uwosh.edu/parking/amppark.

} Residence Hall Student Parking Students who have a housing contract with Residence Life are sent parking information in late June or early July to their student email. Resident permits are issued on the basis of class standing, and therefore graduate, students are the first to receive permits. Resident permit applications must be received by July 31 to be eligible for the upcoming academic year. Parking and Transportation Services office hours are 7:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Check with Parking Services about extended hours at the start of fall semester.


UW Oshkosh Parking and Transportation Services 725 Algoma Blvd. | Blackhawk Commons, lower level (920) 424-4455 | [email protected] uwosh.edu/parking



BOOKS & MOREUNIVERSITY BOOKS & MORE

} Textbooks and Course Materials The University Books & More textbook department is your official one-stop shop for all of your required course materials. We stock a selection of new, used and rental textbooks, as well as a variety of digital resources, eBooks and study aids. Students can view course material information on the bookstore’s website, and materials can be purchased either in store or online. Online orders may be shipped or picked up when students arrive on campus. Textbooks and course materials can be charged to a student’s account. Simply visit our website at uwosh.edu/bookstore and use your TitanWeb course schedule to locate the required textbooks and materials for your courses. All currently available format options for each individual title will be listed under each course (new, used, digital, etc.). At the end of each semester, including summer and interim terms, University Books & More offers textbook buyback. Students may receive up to half of the new book price in cash—even if they purchased it from a different source. Buyback of individual titles is not guaranteed and is dependent on future course usage and supply. Rental books are due back to the store by the Monday following the end of term.

} Clothing and Gifts University Books & More has the largest authentic selection of UW Oshkosh clothing, including Champion, Nike, Under Armour and many other popular brands. Anyone may stop in to shop the full collection of clothing. Shop online at uwosh.edu/bookstore! Use promo code UWOGUIDE21 to get 20% off an online clothing or gift order. Coupon expires Dec. 31, 2021. University Books & More also stocks a wide variety of imprinted gift items. Popular items include electronic accessories, fair trade gifts, Titan spirit giftware, home decor, art supplies, school and office supplies, general books and more.

For more information } University Books & More | Reeve Memorial Union (920) 424-0277 | uwosh.edu/bookstore

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CORNER CONVENIENCE STORE

Located next to University Books & More in Reeve Memorial Union, the Corner Convenience Store offers the quickest and closest place on campus to shop for: • Cold beverages and soft drinks • Candy, snacks and chips • Laundry and cleaning supplies • Frozen pizzas • Ready-to-eat sandwiches and single-serve meals • Vegan and gluten-free options • Health and beauty products

For more information } Corner Convenience Store | Reeve Memorial Union uwobookstore.uwosh.edu/corner-convenience-store (920) 424-2343

LOCATION AND HOURS

Both stores are located inside Reeve Memorial Union on the main level.

} University Books & More Academic Year Store Hours: Monday-Thursday: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday: 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.

} Corner Convenience Store Academic Year Store Hours: Monday-Friday: 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

University Books & More and Corner Convenience Store offer opportunities for student employment with flexible hours, a convenient campus location and friendly staff. Applications are available online.

TITAN CENTRALTITANCARD AND TITAN DOLLARS

The TitanCard is the official identification card for every student, faculty, and staff member at UW Oshkosh. It offers a convenient, easy, and safe way to make purchases and use campus services. Beyond being a University ID card, students can use their TitanCard for their meal plan, to hold Titan Dollars for campus purchases, as a library card, a door access card and a pass for athletic events and the Student Recreation and Wellness Center.

What are Titan Dollars? • Declining balance account • Accepted as a form of payment at most retail and service locations on campus • Carry over balance from fall to spring semester may be converted to a UW Oshkosh gift card • Non-refundable while enrolled at UW Oshkosh • Off-campus meal plans can be purchased and include additional Titan Dollars of various amounts

ONLINE CARD OFFICE

To manage Titan Dollars and TitanCard, visit uwo.sh/onlinedeposit.

• Purchase Titan Dollars • Check balances • View account activity • Deactivate ID if lost or stolen

To learn more about the benefits, policies, deposit options and FAQs for the TitanCard and its functions on campus, visit uwosh.edu/reeve/titancard or stop by Titan Central, located in Reeve Memorial Union.

TITAN CENTRAL

Titan Central is your one-stop shop on campus! Services include campus information, full-service United States Postal Service station, passport photos, lost and found, managing Titan Dollars and issuing student ID cards. Stop by on weekdays between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.


Titan Central 748 Algoma Blvd. | Reeve Memorial Union, first floor (920) 424-1234 | [email protected] uwo.sh/titan-central



FERPA ACADEMIC MISCONDUCTTHE FAMILY EDUCATIONAL RIGHTS AND PRIVACY ACT (FERPA) ACCESS TO STUDENT RECORDS

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) is a federal law that grants students the right to determine who will receive academic information about them. Students must authorize the release of records before any third party— including parents or guardians— can view them.

The University has made it easy for students to grant access to third parties/parents through our online system called TitanWeb. After logging into TitanWeb, students will see a link that is called “Grant Access to Others” on their Student Center page.

Choose third-party access for four types of information: • View financial aid awards • View student conduct • View and pay tuition and fees • View grades and term statistics

A confirmation email that shows the login and password for the new account needs to be forwarded to third parties/ parents so they know how to log in. If parents don’t have internet access, students can download the records and provide them.

This also allows the third parties/parents to contact the University to ask questions about this information.

Other records, such as mental health, physical health and faculty notes/records, are restricted by federal and state laws, University policy and professional standards. Students can release information from these records to a third party on a case-by-case basis through that particular office.

In most cases, the University will not contact family members or provide medical, academic or disciplinary information without the student’s consent. In an emergency where the student’s health is in jeopardy or there is a concern that the student poses a threat to themselves or to someone else, the University will contact family memebrs. As a rule, if the student is able to communicate about the situation, they are expected to decide whether and how to discuss it with family members.

QUESTIONS

Questions about FERPA should be directed to the FERPA Coordinator at (920) 424-3407 or the Registrar’s Office at (920) 424-4077.


Jean Kwaterski, Executive Director for Campus Life (920) 424-3407 | [email protected] uwosh.edu/registrar/academic-policies

Students are responsible to be informed about what constitutes academic misconduct, how to avoid it, and what happens if they engage in it. Examples of academic misconduct include (but are not limited to): • Plagiarism (turning in work of another person and not properly citing the work) • Copying another student’s homework, paper or exam • Cheating on an exam • Allowing another student to copy your work • Falsifying academic documents

} What happens if a student engages in academic misconduct? UW Oshkosh takes academic misconduct allegations very seriously. Professors will contact students if it is believed that they engaged in academic misconduct and may ask them to explain their work. If they still believe the student engaged in misconduct after meeting with them, they will decide on a sanction, which may include a zero on the assignment or exam, a lower grade in the course or failure in the course. The Dean of Students Office is informed of academic misconduct. Repeated acts of academic misconduct may result in more serious actions, such as probation or suspension.

For more information } Visit uwosh.edu/deanofstudents/student-conduct

} What should students do if they know a classmate is cheating? If a student knows a classmate is cheating on an exam or other academic exercises, they should notify their professor or exam proctor. As a part of the University community, students are expected to uphold the standards of UW Oshkosh. Also, consider how a classmate’s dishonesty on the exam may affect the overall grading curve and other students’ grades in the class.

} How to avoid academic misconduct: • Avoid copying and pasting directly from the internet. • Know how to cite sources in a paper, lab report or other assignments. • Use the Writing Center for help with citations. They are experts in APA, MLA and other citation styles. • Understand the expectations and limitations when working in groups (i.e., Is collaboration allowed on the project or written paper? Should the project or written paper be done alone?).

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REPORTING OPTIONS

Office of Equal Opportunity, Equity and Affirmative Action } 800 Algoma Blvd. | Dempsey Hall, Room 337 (920) 424-0330 | [email protected]

Dean of Students Office } 800 Algoma Blvd. | Dempsey Hall, Room 125 (920) 424-3100 | uwosh.edu/deanofstudents

University Police } 738 High Ave. Emergency: 911 Non-Emergency: (920) 424-1212 uwosh.edu/police

CONFIDENTIAL RESOURCES

Campus Victim/Survivor Advocate } 748 Algoma Blvd. | Reeve Union, 102L (920) 424-2024 | [email protected]

UWO Counseling Center } 750 Elmwood Ave. Student Success Center, Suite 240 (920) 424-1066 | [email protected]

Student Health Center } 777 Algoma Blvd. | Radford Hall (920) 424-2424 | [email protected]

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TITLE IXPOLICIES AROUND TITLE IX AND SEXUAL MISCONDUCT AT UWO

} What is Title IX? Title IX is a federal civil rights law passed as part of the Education Amendments of 1972 that protects individuals from sex discrimination and sexual misconduct. Title IX states: “No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving federal financial assistance.”

} What does Title IX have to do with sexual misconduct? Sexual misconduct includes sexual assault, sexual harassment, sexual exploitation, dating violence, domestic violence and stalking. Because this abusive behavior causes significant harm to victims/ survivors of the misconduct, it can have the effect of denying individuals equal access to, and benefit from, UWO programs and activities. All sexual misconduct is prohibited by Title IX federal law and UW Oshkosh policy.

} What does Title IX mean for me as a student at UWO? No one is alone at UWO. Sexual misconduct in any form can have a profound impact on a victim/survivors’ academic, social, working and personal life. It also can affect their friends and family, other students, co-workers and members of the University community. To combat this complex social problem, UWO is committed to preventing and promptly responding to reports of

sexual misconduct, providing support to reporters (victims, witnesses), and a fair and impartial complaint process that will determine if a student is responsible for violations of sexual misconduct policy. You can help us with this goal by keeping an eye out for the safety and wellbeing of your friends and all students and speaking up or getting assistance when someone is vulnerable or behaving poorly. Anyone can report an issue or incident.

You can help make the UWO campuses and community a safe place for all Titans by being strong and healthy in your voice and actions!

} If you have experienced sexual misconduct such as sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, sexual exploitation or stalking, the most important thing you can do is get to a safe place and find help and support. If you believe you or anyone else is in immediate danger, call 911 as soon as possible.

Please see the UWO confidential resources listed in this guide if you would like to talk over your decision to report or seek support services before reporting.

Most sexual misconduct is also a crime under Wisconsin state law. We encourage all students, faculty, staff and guests of UWO to seek support and report any incident of sexual misconduct to help collectively create and sustain a safe, equitable and inclusive campus. Please see uwosh.edu/titleix/report-it for more information on reporting.


See the Title IX website for more information, to access support and confidential services, and/or to make a report: uwosh.edu/titleix

TITLE IX COORDINATOR

Amy Andersen, M.S.E. 800 Algoma Blvd. | Dempsey Hall, Room 337 (920) 424-0835 | [email protected]

For a comprehensive list of support resources and reporting options for sexual misconduct, visit uwosh.edu/titleix/support.

The University of Wisconsin Annual Security and Fire Safety Report can be found at the following link: uwosh.edu/deanofstudents/documents/dos-campus-safety-report.pdf

Notice of Nondiscrimination The University of Wisconsin Oshkosh is committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnic or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, ancestry, disability, genetic information, military status, veteran status, arrest or conviction record, or political affiliation

in admissions, educational programs or activities and employment, including employment of disabled veterans and veterans of the Vietnam Era, as required by applicable laws and regulations. Inquiries concerning Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and the Americans With Disabilities Act Amendments

Act of 2008, may be directed to the Director of Equity and Affirmative Action, University of Wisconsin Oshkosh, 800 Algoma Boulevard, Oshkosh, Wisconsin, 54901 (Phone) (920) 424-0330.

HLC Accreditation Statement UW Oshkosh is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC).

For a complete listing of UW Oshkosh’s accreditations and memberships, visit uwosh.edu/provost/accreditation-memberships.

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