Student Affairs
Welcome to new and returning students:
I am pleased that you have selected The University of Georgia as an institution to pursue higher education. The University has worked hard to maintain a standard of excellence that encourages leadership development, scholarship, and service to both the campus and local communities.
This handbook will serve as your guide to a variety of services and programs aimed at helping you achieve your academic and personal goals. It is my hope that you will refer to the handbook often and consider it among your most valued resources while enrolled as a student at UGA.
As you encounter situations not addressed in the handbook, I encourage you to seek assistance from the appropriate Student Affairs office. A complete list of departments, including telephone numbers and email addresses can be found by visiting the Student Affairs website at www.uga.edu/campuslife. If you are unable to determine where to go for help, please feel free to call the Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs for immediate assistance.
Again, welcome to the University of Georgia and have a safe, productive, academic year.
All the best,
Rodney D. Bennett, Ed. D.
Vice President and Associate Provost for Student Affairs and Dean of Students
OFFICE OF THE VICE PRESIDENT FOR STUDENT AFFAIRS
Vice President and Associate Provost for Student Affairs and Dean of Students: Rodney D. Bennett
Associate Vice President: Thomas K. Burke
Assistant Vice Presidents: Pat Dougherty, John Ayoob
Assistants to the Vice President: Janice Davis Barham , Eric Atkinson
Location: 201 Holmes/ Hunter Academic Building
Phone: 542-3564
www.uga.edu/studentaffairs
This office coordinates policy formation, budget development, program and staff development, and research activities for all areas of Student Affairs. The activities of the Student Affairs departments are supervised and supported by the personnel of this office. The Vice President serves as the official representative on the University Council and other bodies within the University.
The office of Student Affairs assists students who are with-drawing from classes or having absentee problems. The office is the liaison between Campus Ministry Association and the University community. Student Affairs Development and office of Student Affairs Assessment are also administered through this office, as well as advisement for a number of student organizations.
STUDENT AFFAIRS FOR EXTENDED CAMPUSES
Director: Teresa Raetz, PhD
Location: 1000 University Center Lane, A1140, Lawrenceville, GA 30043
Telephone: 678-407-5199
Fax: 678-407-5307
Email: traetz@uga.edu
www.uga.edu/studentaffairs/gwinnett
The Office of Student Affairs for Extended Campuses is responsible for the planning and coordination of all student affairs programs and services and collaborative supervision of student affairs staff at the Gwinnett, Griffin, and Tifton locations. The Director of Student Affairs for Extended Campuses collaborates extensively with University staff on UGA's extended campuses and in Athens to provide appropriate services and programs for UGA students. Programs and services managed by or provided through the Office of Student Affairs for Extended Campuses include:
- Student financial aid
- Student and faculty/staff identification cards (UGA Card)
- Testing services, including Constitution, History and Regents testing and IDL test proctoring
- Disability services
- Student Code of Conduct administration
- University and course withdrawals after the midpoint
- Student leadership, including activities and organizations
- Recreational sports and fitness activities
- Freedom of expression and on-campus fundraising policies
- Multicultural programs
- Student health insurance and health services referral and information
- Student handbook
For more information about any of these programs and services contact the Office of Student Affairs in at the address, phone number, or email above. Please visit our website at: www.uga.edu/studentaffairs/gwinnett
COUNSELING AND PSYCHIATRIC SERVICES
Director: Gayle Robbins
Location: University Health Center, Third Floor
Phone: (706) 542-CARE (2273)
Counseling and Psychiatric Services (CAPS), a unit of the University Health Center (UHC), provides a wide range of services designed to promote the academic, personal, social and psychological growth of students at the University of Georgia. Areas of service include short-term individual, couples, and group counseling; psychiatric assessment; medication evaluation and monitoring; outreach, consultation, crisis intervention and an after hours call service.
Counseling Services: CAPS offers short-term individual, couples and group counseling for students experiencing varying degrees of difficulties related to the changes brought on by the transition to college. Self-esteem, stress management, depression, family issues, anxiety and interpersonal relationships are among the concerns commonly discussed in counseling. CAPS has services dedicated to the treatment of eating disorders, substance abuse and AD/HD. Initial visits are conducted by appointment and on a walk-in basis, Monday - Friday between 8:30 am - 3:30 pm on the third floor of the University Health Center. For students who pay the health fee, there is no charge for a limited number of counseling visits each semester.
Group Counseling: CAPS offers a variety of different groups each semester that meet on a short term basis to assist students in developing interpersonal skills such as assertiveness, stress management, or relationship enhancement. In addition, there are therapy groups available for students interested in discussing or gaining support for personal concerns. These latter groups meet over a longer time period and may address depression, eating disorders, family issues, self-confidence, interpersonal relationships, gay, lesbian and bisexual concerns. For students who pay the health fee there are no charges for group counseling.
Outreach and Consultation Services: CAPS offers workshops and programs on topics related to personal growth and development. Topics include increasing self-esteem, managing stress, communication skills and maintaining healthy relationships. In addition to these scheduled workshops, student organizations, residence halls, classes and other campus groups can request similar programs. Staff members are available to provide consultation services to campus groups and organizations. This includes faculty and staff who may have concerns about a student or student-related situation.
Psychiatric Services, Medication Evaluation and Monitoring: After the initial CAPS evaluation, the Psychiatric Service is available to those students in need. The psychiatric staff will provide the initial evaluation (60-90 minutes) and one re-evaluation when needed at no additional charge. If medication treatment is indicated, medication prescription and monitoring may be provided for students who are capable of finishing their degree and unlikely to need extensive professional contact or hospitalization. Medication monitoring is provided for a small charge (approximately 30% of the cost for this service in the community) and on a walk-in basis after being established as a CAPS client. Medications are available in the UHC pharmacy or may be obtained through off campus pharmacies. Psychiatric consultation for emergency medication monitoring is also available through the after hours call service. Due to the high demand for this service and the limited psychiatric time available to coordinate care, we do not provide psychiatric service for students in psychotherapy or counseling with therapists outside of CAPS.
Crisis Intervention and After Hours Call Service: During regular working hours is it best to call the CAPS Desk (706-542-2273) for crisis intervention. Professional staff is always accessible to take calls and suggest ways to address crisis. Most interventions will result in evaluation of the problem in CAPS on the third floor of the University Health Center. At times, recommendations will be to go directly to the hospital, with calls ahead by clinicians, to assure the most effective and safest intervention. After-hours, the campus police dispatcher serves as the paging service. Students do not need to leave their real name with them. This is confidential and mainly a telephone consultation service. At times on-site consultation/intervention may be provided. This service is available 24/7/365. At times hospitalization is recommended and arranged when needed.
Hours of Service are M-Th 8-7 PM and Fridays 8-5 PM during the fall and spring semesters. Exceptions to this are during fall, December and spring break along with Maymester and summer semester, when the clinic hours are M-F 8-5 PM. For crisis intervention during working hours call (706-542-2273) or come to the CAPS Desk on the third floor of the University Health Center. For after-hours consultation and intervention, call campus police at 706-542-2200 and have the CAPS on-call professional paged.
For additional information please access the web site at www.uhs.uga.edu.
STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES
Senior Associate Dean for Student Support: Alan Campbell
Associate Dean - Office of Judicial Programs: Kim Ellis
Assistant Dean – LGBT Resource Center: Michael Shutt
JUDICIAL PROGRAMS
Office of Judicial Programs: The Office of Judicial Programs provides support for the University’s judicial system, strives to inspire trust and confidence in the University’s conduct regulations and its judicial system, and encourages the incorporation of acceptable behavior standards in accordance with expectations of the University community. This system ensures that violations of University conduct regulations will be considered in a fair and impartial manner. The staff also provides advice and referrals in the resolution of disputes between students and assists in developing official student life policies. Copies of the Code of Conduct are available in the Office of Judicial Programs or at the website: www.uga.edu/ojp.
University Judiciary: The University Judiciary is a registered student organization composed of student justices and student advisors/advocates. Student justices serve on hearing panels. Advocates present information to the hearing panels in judicial hearings on behalf of the university and advisors are available to assist students or student organizations alleged to have violated conduct regulations. Applications for membership in the University Judiciary are available at the beginning of the fall term in the Office of Judicial Programs.
Referrals: Allegations of violations of the student conduct regulations are referred to the Office of Judicial Programs by members of the University community. The Office of Judicial Programs is also available to assist students who have questions about a university policy or its application. The staff may be able to outline options available to the student or refer the student to appropriate persons or offices for further assistance. More information can be obtained by contacting 706-542-1131 or visiting 130 Memorial Hall.
LGBT RESOURCE CENTER
The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Resource Center's mission is to create a safe and inclusive environment for the LGBT community within the University of Georgia community through educational experiences, both in and out of the classroom, advocacy, and support services that promote the personal, intellectual, and academic growth of all students. We are located at 124 Memorial Hall. To find out more about the Center visits our website: www.uga.edu/lgbtcenter.
INTERCULTURAL AFFAIRS
Director: Melissa Shivers
Associate Director – African American Cultural Center: LaRetha Spain-Shuler
Associate Director – International Student Life: Leigh Poole
Associate Director – Multicultural Services and Programs: Marisela Martinez
Intercultural Affairs
Intercultural Affairs (IA) is characterized by its student centered support of academic excellence, advocacy, and intercultural education. Working from a foundation where everyone is intercultural, the department supports the institutional mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all students and members of the surrounding community. IA will develop a culturally rich campus that prepares students to be global citizens through critical thinking, educational initiatives, student advisement, and leadership development.
The three units which comprise Intercultural Affairs and their missions are:
African American Cultural Center
International Student Life
Multicultural Services and Programs
More information may be obtained by calling 706-583-0271 or visiting 121 Memorial Hall. Our website is www.uga.edu/ica.
African American Cultural Center
The African American Cultural Center (AACC) exists to assist the University in its mission of creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for African American students. The Cultural Center provides a venue where students of the African Diaspora can network with one another, meet new people, learn about their cultural heritage and traditions, display their talents, and implement programs. The AACC also promotes academic excellence in all students through the Abeneefoo Kuo Honor Society and the Rite of Sankofa Graduation programs. The AACC advises ABK, NAACP, Pamoja Dance Company, and the Black Theatrical Ensemble.
More information may be obtained by calling 706-542-8468 or visiting 408 Memorial Hall. Our website is www.uga.edu/aacc.
International Student Life
The International Student Life Office serves as an archway to the World for both U.S. and international students attending the University. With a number of exciting cultural programs, students and community members alike can travel around the world without leaving UGA. In addition to programs that enhance international awareness, ISL also provides orientation sessions for new international students, individual counseling, and advises approximately thirty international student organizations.
More information may be obtained by calling 706-542-5867 or visiting 210 Memorial Hall. Our website is www.uga.edu/isl.
Multicultural Services and Programs
The office of Multicultural Services and Programs promotes student development through educational programs, cultural awareness and leadership activities. These components will create inclusion and retention in the University of Georgia community with the support of students, alumni, faculty and staff. We value and celebrate diversity, similarities among cultures, and the appreciation of everyone. MSP is responsible for advising the Hispanic Student Association, Indian Cultural Exchange, Black Affairs Council, Asian American Student Association, and Infusion.
UGA’s mission to provide an environment that appreciates our interdependent global society. It will do so by creating a welcoming space provides opportunities for the interactions of students from the USA and other nations. Working together with students, the ISL staff will provide services for, awareness of, and education about the worldwide social and cultural issues facing UGA students. Our office is located at 210 Memorial Hall. To find our more about our office, visit our website: www.uga.edu/isl.
UNIVERSITY HEALTH CENTER
Executive Director: Jean Chin
Location: University Health Center
Phone: (706) 542-1162
The University Health Center is a state-of-the-art outpatient facility designed to meet the health care needs of UGA students.
The Health Center is fully accredited by the prestigious Joint Commission. The standard of health care delivery has earned the center its reputation as one of the top college health facilities nationwide.
Primary Care
In an effort to provide convenient, personalized care, the health center is adopting a new same day appointment system. Primary care will be provided by four teams of medical professionals consisting of physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, registered nurses and other support staff. Students will be assigned to one personal clinician who is a member of a medical team. Teams are identified by color – Gold, Red, Blue and Green.
Patients are seen by appointment, usually the same day. Appointments can be made online or by phone.
Students can learn the name of their clinician and team assignment when they go online to make an appointment. They can also call the Health Information department at 706-542-8617.
Medical Clinic Gold 706-542
Medical Clinic Red 706-542
Medical Clinic Blue 706-542-
Medical Clinic Green 706-542-
The University Health Center does not have an emergency room, however, students with non-life threatening conditions such as lacerations, fractures, high fever or server vomiting will be treated in Urgent Care without an appointment.
Detailed information about the new system and how to access care is available on the University Health Center website at www.uhs.uga.edu (after July 1, 2008)
Specialty Care
Urgent Care Clinic 706-542-
The walk-in clinic for students with true urgent health care needs. No appointments are necessary.
Allergy Clinic 706-542-5575
Provides treatment for students with chronic allergy conditions, and vaccinations for all required and recommended immunizations, and other preventable illnesses including influenza and hepatitis A. Appointments are necessary and can be made by calling the clinic.
Counseling and Psychiatric Services (CAPS) 706-542-2273
Provides counseling and psychiatric services. Offers individual, couples and group counseling options, as well as assessment, crisis intervention, medication evaluation and monitoring. Services include stress reduction, relaxation training, eating disorder services and alcohol and drug treatment. Appointments can be made phone.
Dental Clinic 706-542-8700
Provides preventive, restorative, cosmetic and emergency dental services. Appointments are necessary and can be made by phone except in case of emergency.
Health Promotion Department 706-542-8690
Provides education, counseling, workshops, guest speakers, peer education, referrals and resource materials supporting heath enhancing behaviors. Appointments to see the nutritionist and for anonymous HIV testing can be made by phone.
Laboratory 706-542-8643
Offers a wide range of medical and diagnostic services. Referral from UHC or private physician required.
Pharmacy 706-542-8634
Prescription and over-the-counter medications are offered at competitive prices. Prescriptions from physicians outside the health center are accepted. Refills can be called in or requested online.
Physical Therapy 706-542-8634
Treatment of patients with short-term acute and chronic orthopedic and rehabilitative needs. Referral from UHC physician or outside physician required. Appointments are required and can be made by calling the clinic. Massage therapy is available by appointment without referral.
Radiology 706-542-8658
Performs general and specialized x-ray procedures, UHC clinician or outside physician referral required.
Sports Medicine 706-542-8636
Provides comprehensive sports medical care to student athletes and the general student body. Preventive health and fitness information is provided. Appointments requested and can be made by phone or online at www.uhs.uga.edu
Travel Medicine 706-542-5575
Provides consultation and vaccinations for those preparing for international travel. Services available to students, faculty, staff and general public. Appointments are necessary and can be scheduled by phone.
Women’s Clinic 706-542-8691
Provides comprehensive treatment and services for women’s health care needs, including routine gynecological exams, Pap smears, information and prescriptions for birth control methods, pregnancy testing and counseling, and testing and treatment for infections. Appointments can be made by phone or online at www.uhs.uga.edu
Immunization Requirements
The Board of Regents requires incoming students to provide proof of immunization against the following diseases:
- MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella)
- Varicella (Chicken Pox): for all students born after 1965 and for all foreign born students
- Tetanus, Diphtheria: within the last ten years
- Hepatitis B: for all students age 18 and under
In addition, Meningococcal (bacterial meningitis) vaccine is recommended for all first year students. All students residing in University housing must sign documentation indicating that they received the vaccine or reviewed issues and concerns about the disease.
All required vaccinations are available at the Health Center. Questions about immunization requirements should be directed to the Health Information Department at 706-542-8617.
Fees and services
All UGA students and their spouses may use the Health Center and all its services. Full time students are required to pay a health fee each semester. Spouses and students taking 5 or less credit hours may use the Health Center providing they pay the health fee.
Students who pay the health fee may see clinicians in the Medical Clinics, Women’s and Sports Medicine Clinics at no additional charge during business hours Monday – Friday 8 am – 5 pm. A small office visit charge for urgent care applies during evening and week-end hours.
Services, including physical therapy, prescriptions, laboratory tests, x-rays and dental care, are paid for at reduced rates on a per-visit basis
Counseling and Psychiatric Services offer students whose psychological concerns can be addressed within a short-term model a limited number of prepaid sessions. A reduced fee is charged for subsequent visits.
Student Health Insurance
It is recommended that all UGA students be covered by health insurance either with an individual student policy or through their family policy. For international students and some graduate students carrying health insurance is mandatory. Complete information about student health insurance requirements and policies can be found on the Human Resources Web site: http://www.hr.uga.edu/
The University Health Center provides direct billing to insurance companies for services that are not fully covered by the health fee.
First appointments
Students interested in making an appointment in CAPS should call 706-542-2273 to schedule an initial appointment.
Creating a healthier campus environment
Many choices made at the University will affect the student’s academic and social success. The Health Promotion Department helps students make informed decisions and works with others on campus to create an environment that promotes good health. The staff of dynamic health educators provides educational programs, counseling, online resources, workshops, peer education and written materials. Programs and services include:
Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drugs
Nutrition and Weight Management
Eating Disorders
Sexual Health
HIV Counseling and Testing
Stress Management
Students with special needs
Many UGA students have special needs that require continuity of care. The health center staff assists with chronic health care needs and works with family physicians to assure that effective care is being delivered. The University Health Center is committed to providing access for students with special needs. Arrangements can be made for sign language interpreters, Braille, use of a TDD phone system and foreign language interpreters.
Under Construction
The University Health Center is undergoing expansion and renovation slated to be completed by September 2009. A new vision clinic, an expanded counseling department and an enhanced alcohol education and prevention center will be housed in the new addition.
UNIVERSITY HOUSING
Executive Director: Gerard Kowalski
Location: First Floor, Russell Hall
Phone: 706-542-1421
Fax: 706-542-8595
Email: housing@uga.edu
Website: www.uga.edu/housing
Family and Graduate Housing Office
Location: 710 East Campus Road
Phone: 706-542-1473
Fax: 706-542-8402
Email: fgh@uga.edu
Website: www.uga.edu/housing/gradfam
RESIDENCE HALLS
General Information
The Department of University Housing delivers comfortable, affordable and secure on-campus housing options to approximately 7,000 students living in 20 residence halls on the University of Georgia campus. Located within each residential area are lounges, kitchens, study/meeting areas, TV rooms, laundry rooms and mail facilities. All rooms are furnished with a bed, dresser, closet space, desk and chair, as well as cable TV, local telephone service and a high-speed Internet connection for each resident. Most residence halls feature centrally located, shared bathrooms, though many suite options exist with semi-private baths.
In addition to the amenities common to other residence hall rooms, the apartment-style East Campus Village units, which house two to four residents in private bedrooms, also feature a full-size refrigerator, microwave, a dining area in each suite, and private or semi-private bathrooms in each unit.
In every community, highly trained professional and student staff help student residents maximize their personal, academic and social development through design and implementation of a wide variety of social, educational and recreational programs and activities.
First Year Live-On Requirement
In fall of 2004 the University of Georgia reinstated the requirement that all first-year undergraduate students enrolled as full-time students - as defined in the University of Georgia Undergraduate Bulletin - are required to live in campus residence halls. This change was made due to the significant educational and social benefits for first-year students living in residence halls that cannot be realized by those living off campus. More detailed information about the University of Georgia’s First Year Live-On Requirement can be found at the UGA Housing web site: www.uga.edu/housing/prospectivestudents/firstyear
Housing Contract and Registration
Residence hall registrations are completed online at the University Housing web site at: www.uga.edu/housing. All students are urged to be familiar with the terms and conditions of the contract prior to signing. Although binding for the full length of the contract, provisions are made for mid-year terminations required by academic course programs such as student teaching, internships, study abroad and graduation.
To register for housing accommodations, applicants must complete the online registration process and submit a non-refundable $35 registration fee. Only students admitted to the University of Georgia are eligible to register.
Residence Hall Contract
All students desiring on-campus housing are required to sign a residence hall contract. This contract notes the rental payments, terms and conditions, and general procedures and policies of occupancy. Those students not bound by the University’s First Year Live-On Requirement who wish to terminate their contracts while remaining enrolled at the University may do so by purchasing the remainder of the contract at a price less than the full face value. Detailed information is available from the Housing Assignments Office.
Residence Hall Handbook
Members of the University community seeking further information about University of Georgia residence halls should consult the residence hall handbook: Community Guide to Residence Hall Living, which is provided to all residents at check-in. All students living in residence halls are expected to be familiar with the information and policies contained in this guide. The Community Guide is also available online at: www.uga.edu/housing/policies/communityguide.html
FAMILY AND GRADUATE HOUSING APARTMENTS
Family and Graduate Housing provides residences for approximately 1,300 students and their families in the University Village, Rogers Road, and Brandon Oaks communities. These one (1) and two (2) bedroom unfurnished apartments are designed to provide convenient and comfortable living at minimal cost.
Applications may be obtained from the Family and Graduate Housing Office, or on the web at: www.uga.edu/housing/gradfam. To qualify for residency, students must be married or in a domestic partnership, be single parents with one or more dependents, be students with legal dependent(s), or be single graduate students. For more detailed information, contact the Family and Graduate Housing office, or visit their web site.
CONTACT INFORMATION
For residence halls and general information:
Department of University Housing
Phone: 706-542-1421
FAX: 706-542-8595
Russell Hall
University of Georgia
Athens, Georgia 30602-5575
www.uga.edu/housing
e-mail: housing@uga.edu
For on-campus family and graduate student housing:
Family and Graduate Housing
Phone: 706-542-1473
FAX: 706-542-8402
710 East Campus Road
University of Georgia
Athens, Georgia 30602-4622
www.uga.edu/housing/gradfam
e-mail: FGH@uga.edu
RECREATIONAL SPORTS
Director: Mitch Gartenberg
Location: 201 Ramsey Student Center for Physical Activities
Phone: 706-542-5060
Website: www.recsports.uga.edu
RECREATIONAL SPORTS PROGRAMS
The University encourages an active lifestyle by offering students opportunities to be participants and spectators in a variety of intramural sports, outdoor recreational activities, club sports, free recreation programs, fitness opportunities, and aquatic programs.
The intramural sports program typically includes flag football, volleyball, basketball, indoor soccer, softball, outdoor soccer, ultimate Frisbee, racquetball, golf, squash, arena football, tennis, and badminton.
The Georgia Outdoor Recreation Program offers one-day, weekend, and longer wilderness trips through a student programming board. One of the major goals is to provide educational wilderness experiences, teaching the University community how to enjoy these experiences safely with respect for the environment and themselves. Anyone is welcome to participate in any of the various activities which include backpacking, caving, canoeing, rock climbing, sailing, whitewater rafting, scuba, snow skiing, horseback riding, and special trips and clinics such as bicycle maintenance and wilderness first aid. Club sports are student-run organizations which offer instruction, recreation, and competition in their particular sport with similar clubs from other colleges and universities. In previous years, students have organized rugby, soccer, lacrosse, crew, ultimate Frisbee, badminton, white water, ice hockey, water skiing, water polo, cycling, cricket, running, and fencing, among others.
There is a wide variety of aerobics, fitness, aquatics, and instructional programs, lifeguard training, first-aid, and CPR classes available through Rec Sports.
Further information on all programs in Recreational Sports can be obtained by calling 706-542-5060.
RECREATIONAL SPORTS FACILITIES AND SERVICES
The Ramsey Student Center for Physical Activities is a 430,000 sq. ft. facility which includes five gymnasia, three pools, ten racquetball courts, two squash courts, 1/8 mile track, a 44 ft. high climbing wall, 11,500 sq. ft. of strength and conditioning space, support facilities for these areas, the Rec Sports Department offices, an academic wing for Health and Human Performance, and athletic space for swimming, diving, and volleyball. All full-time students pay a mandatory fee which then makes them eligible to use these facilities. Part time students and faculty and staff may use the Ramsey Student Center for a fee.
Recreational sports facilities available for student use include the Recreational Sports Complex, which has 35 acres of lighted playing fields, a pavilion and beach at Lake Herrick, 15 tennis courts, the three-mile Castronis fitness trail, and the Oconee Forest Park. Other recreational facilities on campus include seven other outdoor tennis courts. Specific information on the use and availability of these facilities may be obtained by calling 706-542-5060.
The University of Georgia Ropes Course is a combination of 20 high and low elements, various activities and games located in the trees and fields of the Oconee Forest Park. The course provides University students, faculty, staff and community the opportunity to participate in a series of outdoor activities involving mental, physical, and emotional risk taking and challenge. These activities and challenges require a combination of teamwork, skill, and individual commitment. It is the goal of the UGA Ropes Course to allow groups to engage these challenges while exploring solutions and working as a team, developing trust and support within a group, experiencing a sense of accomplishment, while having fun.
The Lake Herrick pavilion is available for rental for parties from April through October. Contact the facility reservationist in Recreational Sports at 706-542-5060 to make a reservation.
Director: Willie L. Banks, Jr.
Location: 325 Tate Student Center and Memorial Hall
Phone: 706-542-7774
Web site: www.uga.edu/campuslife/
The mission of the Department of Campus Life is to enhance the educational experience for all students and to help build a sense of campus community through a wide variety of programs and services for individuals and for student groups. The Department of Campus Life is a primary contact point for students through more than 560 registered student organizations, the University Union student programming board; the Greek Life Office, the Center for Leadership & Service, Pandora yearbook, WUOG – the student radio station, College Bowl, and the National Student Exchange. The department operates four facilities: the Tate Student Center, Memorial Hall, Legion Pool, and Legion Field.
FACILITIES
The Tate Student Center, located in the heart of the University of Georgia campus, provides facilities, services, and programs for the University community. The Tate Student Center contains student organization and staff offices, an information desk, movie theater, National Student Exchange office, food service areas, a print and copy service, post office, business office, UGACard office, study lounge, TV lounges, and meeting, conference, and multipurpose rooms. Named for former Dean of Men William Tate, the Tate Student Center opened in 1983. It is open seven days a week when classes are in session. Phone 706-542-7774.
Memorial Hall opened in 1929 as a memorial to UGA students killed in World War I and was the main student union until the Tate Student Center opened in 1983. The offices of International Student Life, the Dean of Students, Judicial Programs, Greek Life, the Center for Leadership & Service, and Minority Services and Programs, as well as the African-American Cultural Center, student organization offices, meeting, conference and multi purpose rooms, computer lab, and the studios of WUOG are in Memorial Hall. Open seven days a week when classes are in session. Phone 706-542-7774.
Legion Field is an outdoor area that can be reserved by registered student organizations and University departments. The field is fenced-in and has a large, covered stage equipped to support a variety of programs and events. Legion Field is located on Lumpkin Street across from the Tate Student Center. Phone: 706-583-8020.
Legion Pool, the University’s outdoor swimming pool facility, is located on Lumpkin Street across from the Tate Student Center adjacent to Legion Field. It is open to University students with current UGACards, their families, and guests during the summer. A gate admission is charged and various discount passes are available. The pool is also available to student organizations and individuals in the evenings for private parties. Phone: Concessions and Gate (during season) (706) 542-8235; Private Party Reservations (706) 583-8020; Campus Life (off season and after hours) (706) 542-7774.
SERVICES
Business Office: The Campus Life Business Office, located in the Tate Student Center, has the responsibility for the fiscal integrity of the department of Campus Life and accountability for budgets, expenditures, and money management. This responsibility includes accounting and reporting of revenues, expenditures, receipts and disbursements of University funds, including the activity fee paid by all students. This office oversees the student activity fee budget allocations approved through administrative processes involving students, faculty, and staff. It also provides high-level financial advisement to registered student organizations, ticket sales for student activity fee-sponsored programs and events, and the production of the UGACard. Phone: 706-542-8514.
Cashier’s Window: The Cashier’s Window, a walk-up service of the Business Office, is open Monday–Friday, 9 am-4 pm, and is responsible for selling tickets to University Union concerts and lectures, a performing arts series, and a variety of other programs. UGA students usually receive discounts on these tickets by providing their UGACard to the cashier. In addition, the Cashier’s Window receives and issues cash receipts for deposits into student organization accounts, issues the UGACard to students, faculty and staff, and sells the Pandora yearbook. All major credit cards are accepted. Phone: (706) 542-8074.
Information Desk: The Information Desk, located on the third floor of the Tate Student Center, provides general University information as well as specific information on programs and events occurring on campus. Campus maps, Campus Transit and Athens Transit bus routes, the UGA Student Handbook and University Directory, applications for student organizations and awards, voter registration forms and many other schedules, brochures, and materials are available. Student organizations may bring flyers advertising their events to the Tate Student Center Information Desk for posting in Tate and Memorial Hall. Campus-wide advertising guidelines and suggestions are also available at the Information Desk. Two kiosks are available in the Tate lobby for individuals to advertise items for sale, services, subleases, rides, or tutoring. Call 706-542-3816 or e-mail infodesk@arches.uga.edu for more information.
Message Center: The Message Center, located in the Student Organizations area on the first floor of the Tate Student Center, provides a variety of services for registered student organizations such as mail and telephone message distribution. Open Monday through Friday when classes are in session except during the summer. Phone: (706) 542-8491.
Print and Copy Services: Quick, inexpensive printing and copying services for students, Student Affairs departments, and registered student organizations are available at Print & Copy Services, located on the first floor of the Tate Student Center. Among the services available are offset printing, self-service and full-service copiers, color copying, laminating, bus card advertisements, fax, button-making, graphic design, and desktop publishing.
A variety of recycled papers is also available. Open Monday–Thursday, 8:15 am–6 pm, and Friday, 8:15 am–4:45 pm. Phone: (706) 542-8493. Classroom, meeting, conference, and multipurpose rooms for use by registered student organizations and University departments can be reserved at the Campus Reservations Office, located in 325 Tate Student Center. Other services available include rental of Tate Plaza tables, banner board space and passenger vans. Open Monday–Friday. Phone: (706) 583-8020.
Student Identification/Access Card (UGACard): Students need a UGACard to participate in campus activities and take advantage of various University services. The UGACard is made during summer orientation sessions, at special sessions during registration, and on a regular schedule throughout the school term at the Cashier’s Window in the Tate Student Center.
The UGACard, with its magnetic stripe, debit stripe, two bar codes, and color photograph, is encoded with student data and fee payment information which entitles the student to: 1) purchase discount tickets and/or admission to athletic events; 2) purchase discount tickets and/or admission to student activity events and services; 3) treatment at the University Health Center; 4) check out library books; 5) access to the Ramsey Center and related recreational services; 6) gain entry to UGA residence halls; 7) access the dining halls; 8) cash checks at the University Bookstore; 9) receive admission to registration and testing; and 10) ride campus and Athens transit bus systems; and 11) pay for on-campus services, such as copy and vending machines. Therefore, IT IS IMPORTANT THAT THE UGACard IS CARRIED AT ALL TIMES. To receive a new or replacement UGACard, a student must provide positive identification bearing a photograph, and register for classes and have fees assessed. The cost for replacing a UGACard is not included in any student fees paid to the University of Georgia and must be paid by the student requesting the card.
The UGACard is non-transferable. Any student who uses another person’s UGACard or allows his/her card to be used by someone else is subject to disciplinary action. Found or damaged UGACards should be returned immediately to the Tate Student Center Cashier’s Window.
Students may purchase a Dependent UGACard for spouses and/or legal dependents, provided the student is enrolled at the time of purchase. By paying additional student activity, Ramsey Center, and health fees, the dependent will have similar privileges and access to services as regular students (excluding Athletic events). The Dependent UGACard is also made at the Tate Student Center Cashier’s Window. Phone: (706) 542-8549.
Tate Summer Programs: Formerly the Summer Division of the University Union, Tate Student Center Summer Programs offer UGA students an opportunity to attend fun events and programs during the summer semester. Programs include bands, outdoor movies, and trips to Braves Baseball games in Atlanta. Phone (706) 542-6396.
Technical Services: Technical Services, located in 202 Tate Student Center, offers assistance and consultation to registered student organizations and university departments in planning and staging their programs and events. Sound, lighting and related production equipment rental is available. Phone: (706) 542-8524.
Voter Registration: Applications for voter registration for Georgia residents are available at the Information Desk, Tate Student Center. Phone: (706) 542-3810.
PROGRAMS
Center for Leadership & Service: The Center for Leadership & Service (232 Memorial Hall) strives to develop responsible campus and community leaders and citizens through the use of leadership education and experiential learning opportunities. Programs include Dawg Camp, the Georgia Collegiate Leadership Conference, T.O.P. Dog (Training Organization Professionals), The UGA LeaderShape Institute, Leadership UGA, and the H. Gordon and Francis S. Davis S.O.A.R. Awards. In addition, the Leadership Resource Team and The Arch Society provide the campus and community with additional services as well as learning opportunities for their student membership. The Center for Leadership & Service also provides the Leadership Resource Center for student use.
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Dawg Camp Discovery is a three day weekend retreat held in August for approximately 200 incoming first-year students. The program focuses on the first-year experience, campus involvement, service opportunities, history and traditions, and the spirit of UGA. The program is led by upper-class student leaders and is a special opportunity for first-year students to learn about involvement opportunities, meet other classmates, and develop leadership skills before their college experience begins. A brochure and applications are mailed to all first-year students and participation is determined on a first-come, first-served basis.
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Dawg Camp Adventure is the wilderness component of Dawg Camp which takes place in June and July of each year. This program is a joint venture with the Georgia Outdoor Recreation program (GORP) and serves 40 incoming first-year students in either a land-based or rock/water-based environment. Activities include backpacking, whitewater rafting, sea kayaking, and rock climbing lasting five days.
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Dawg Camp Classic City is the community service component of Dawg Camp which focuses on service opportunities in the Athens Clarke County community. This program is co-sponsored with the Department of Student Activities and serves 12-15 incoming first-year students. Students will work for five days at various sites such as the Boys and Girls Club, the AIDS Coalition of North East Georgia, the Athens Council on Aging, and the Sandy Creek Nature Center.
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Dawg Camp Fusion is a four-day program that connects students with Athens’ rich musical history and culture and taps into students’ passions to promote involvement on campus in those arenas. Students will learn about the history of Athens music and musical venues, visit the campus radio station, interact with different music groups, and have opportunities to share their talents with others.
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The Leadership Resource Team (LRT) is composed of 30 students who are specifically trained to conduct skills development workshops for campus and community organizations. LRT is open to all UGA students through an application and interview process held in the fall. The team hosts the Georgia Collegiate Leadership Conference , a statewide conference held in the spring and the T.O.P. Dog series, a broad range of topics presented monthly through panel discussions, interactive workshops and presentations. LRT also publishes Leader Notes, information sheets on topics of interest to Georgia student leaders. Applications for LRT will be made available on-line at our website in August.
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The UGA LeaderShape Institute, sponsored by Chick-fil-A, is a week-long program held in the beginning of each summer in the north Georgia mountains. The Institute focuses on building community, leading with integrity, and development of a "vision portfolio," which entails a project that will be completed on campus or in the community in the coming year. Fifty students are selected through an application and interview process and is open to all UGA students. Applications will be made available on-line at our website in January.
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Leadership UGA , sponsored by the Richard B. Russell Foundation, is the oldest of the leadership programs and modeled after the Leadership Georgia program. Forty juniors and seniors participate in seminars designed to promote discussion with prominent state and community leaders focused on a leadership theme. Applications will be made available on-line at our website in August.
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The H. Gordon and Francis S. Davis Student Organization Achievement and Recognition (S.O.A.R.) Program honors student leaders, student organizations, and their advisors throughout the Division of Student Affairs for their commitment to excellence and contributions to campus and community. Nomination packets are available in the spring for both individual and organization awards. A reception is held at the end of each academic year to announce the winners and present the awards to those who have significantly contributed to the quality of student life at UGA.
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The Arch Society provides a core of students serving the University of Georgia as official hosts and as goodwill ambassadors. The Men and Women of the Arch assist where it is desired to have students welcome guests and visitors to the University of Georgia. The Arch Society seeks to advance the University of Georgia through service to a number of University offices and officials at appropriate functions. Applications will be made available on-line at our website in January.
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The Leadership Resource Center, located in 232 Memorial Hall, is available to all registered student organizations and contains resource materials, computers and scanners. The LRC, supported by donations to the Georgia Fund through the Parents’ Campaign, is open daily during Memorial Hall’s hours of operation.
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Volunteer UGA, is a resource center and student organization space for students and the student organizations dedicated to building “community.” The resource center is located in Memorial Hall. Students have the opportunity to volunteer in several ways: Best Buddies Program seeks to develop one-on-one relationships between students and mild to moderately mentally-challenged individuals. The Outreach and Service Projects Program seeks to match volunteers with special interests or agencies in the community with similar interests. The Tutoring Our Tomorrows program provides opportunities to tutor elementary through high school students in specific academic areas. The Students Helping Teachers program offers opportunities to work directly with elementary students and teachers in the classroom. Finally, Alternative Spring Break provides community-service, hands on experiences during the spring break period.
For more information, visit our website at: www.uga.edu/cls
Center for Student Organizations: More than 560 student organizations are registered at UGA. A directory of these groups can be found on the departmental web site. The Center for Student Organizations, located in suite 149 of the Tate Student Center, sponsors an Activities Fair during both fall and spring semesters that showcases more than 100 of these organizations each time. Registration forms, resource guides, and specific information can be obtained in room 149 of the Tate Student Center. Phone: (706) 542-1884 Website: www.uga.edu/stuorgs
Graduate Student Association: GSA, or the Graduate Student Association, represents the interests of all graduate and professional students at the University of Georgia. Currently, UGA enrolls approximately 7,200 full-time graduate and professional students, making it one of the largest graduate research institutions in the nation.
The elected GSA officers work to improve the quality of graduate student life, which includes graduate student advocacy, coordinating social and educational events, and improving the quality of the graduate experience. Free monthly socials, a "Life After Graduate School" Lecture Series, and workshops throughout the year are designed specifically with graduate students in mind. The GSA’s Graduate and Professional Student Council has representatives from all academic departments that have graduate and/or professional students and meets four times a semester to discuss important issues and ideas. For more information about the Graduate Student Association, go the www.uga.edu/gsa. 160 Tate Student Center, (706) 542-1924. E-mail: gsa@uga.edu.
Greek Life-Sororities and Fraternities: Social fraternities and sororities are an established tradition at the University dating back more than 150 years. Approximately 60 national Greek organizations share common founding principles of friendship, scholarship, community service, and leadership development. Commitment to personal and organizational excellence is the cornerstone of the UGA Greek experience, and membership provides students with a continuous series of valuable living-learning opportunities. The all-sorority and all-fraternity grade point averages continue to exceed the all-women’s and all-men’s GPAs, respectively. The governing councils of these organizations are the Panhellenic Council, the National Pan-Hellenic Council, the Multicultural Greek Council, and the Interfraternity Council. More information may be obtained by calling (706) 542-4612, visiting 216 Memorial Hall, or logging on to www.uga.edu/greeklife.
National Student Exchange: National Student Exchange provides University of Georgia students the opportunity to live and study in another area of the country and to become better acquainted with different social and educational patterns. NSE encourages students to experience new life and learning styles, appreciate differing cultural perspectives, learn more about themselves and others, and broaden their educational background through specialized courses or unique programs that may not be available on the home campus.
Through the National Student Exchange, UGA students may choose from over 150 colleges or universities in 48 states or territories, including Hawaii, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands, and attend school for one term or a full academic year and pay UGA tuition/fees. To qualify for participation in the National Student Exchange, a student should be a full-time student in good standing at the University and have a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 (4.0 scale). For more information, contact the National Student Exchange Office, 542-7774, or come to 149 Tate Student Center to pick up the NSE Directory and an application.
Pandora Yearbook: The Pandora, the official yearbook of the University of Georgia, has been a visual and literary history of the University for over 100 years, published annually since 1886. The Pandora has maintained a standard of excellence that has consistently resulted in high marks in national yearbook competitions.
Students interested in gaining experience in layout and design, graphics, photography, marketing and sales are encouraged to apply. The Pandora offers an exciting opportunity to develop marketable skills. The staff learns about computer-assisted layout and design and also develops a broad appreciation of all the University has to offer.
An editor-in-chief, operations manager, copy editor, computer consultant and photography coordinator are chosen spring semester by the outgoing officers. In turn, these new executive members interview qualified students for section editors, assistant section editors, and general staff in the following areas: academics, athletics, classes, features, Greek life, organizations and photography. Interested first-year students can apply for staff positions in the first weeks of fall semester at the Pandora office. While a limited number of spaces are available, the Pandora staff tries to accommodate as many interested students as possible. The editorial and business offices of the Pandora are located on the first floor of the Tate Student Center. Phone: (706) 542-8003; E-mail: yearbook@arches.uga.edu Website: www.uga.edu/pandora
Student Government Association: The Student Government Association (SGA) is an organized voice of the student body at the University of Georgia. The SGA works to resolve student complaints and concerns and is an advocate for services, programs, and activities that meet student needs and interests. All students who have paid the student activity fee are considered members of the association.
SGA is organized into two branches: a) the Executive Branch, consisting of the president, vice-president, secretary, treasurer, and four committee chairs - student life, external affairs, internal affairs, and academic affairs; b) the Legislative Branch, composed of the Student Senate, consisting of senators elected from the various schools and colleges proportioned by enrollment and the Freshman Board, consisting of first-year students chosen by an application/selection process. Elections for the executive offices and the senatorial positions are held each year. The qualifications and duties of the elected positions are specified in articles V and VI of the Constitution of the Student Government Association.
The Student Government Association needs interested hard-working students. For more information about SGA programs and activities or for a copy of the SGA Constitution, come by the Student Government Office in the Tate Student Center or call (706) 542-8584.
University Union Student Programming Board: Composed of six specialized divisions, the Union provides quality entertainment for the University community, ranging from lectures to rock concerts. Programs are selected by students, for students and the campus community, resulting in an exceptionally wide variety of shows suited to the diverse tastes of the Athens audience. Division members, with the guidance of professional staff members, contract with the artists and handle all aspects of promotion and presentation of the programs.
Open member meetings are held both fall and spring semesters, and membership is open to all registered UGA students in the following areas: The Cinematic Arts (CA) division offers programs each semester that range from critically acclaimed art films to popular cult favorites. The Committee for Black Cultural Programs (CBCP) serves to further enlighten and entertain the UGA campus with shows emphasizing the contributions of African-Americans. The Entertainment (ENT) division is responsible for a wide variety of programs from concerts to comedians. Ideas and Issues (I&I) sponsor thought-provoking, educational and entertaining lectures and debates. Homecoming (HC) coordinates campus activities for Homecoming week during fall semester. The student executive component is selected spring semester, but ALL students are encouraged to volunteer for the General Committee. The division is composed of members of the student community and involved campus departments such as the Georgia Alumni Association and the Georgia Athletic Association. Dawgs After Dark (DAD) is responsible for the programming and promoting of late night Friday programs. These programs include concerts, variety acts, novelty activities, and food, all free to registered UGA students. For program information call the program office at 542-6396. Website: www.uga.edu/union/
90.5FM, WUOG: 90.5FM, WUOG provides the University of Georgia and the surrounding community “26,000 watts and almost as many choices” through entertaining and educational music, news, sports, and public affairs programming. WUOG provides an alternative to other media outlets in the community through programming that is diverse and unique, including hosting live pre-game remotes from the Tate Student Center Plaza before every home football game and live remotes and call-ins from UGA and community sponsored events. The local music department invites local musicians to appear “Live in the Lobby” each week, and there is a wide diversity of specialty shows.
The WUOG studios and offices are located on the fifth floor of Memorial Hall. Regular operating hours are 21-24 hours per day, seven days per week with short breaks as necessary. The station is entirely student-run, and membership is open to all registered UGA students. WUOG holds open membership meetings every fall and spring semester. Membership is based on current staff needs regardless of academic major or past radio experience. Request Line: 706-542-4567. Call-in Shows: 706-542-8476. Business Line: 706-542-7100. Website: www.uga.edu/~wuog~/
MORE INFORMATION FOR STUDENTS
Student Employment Opportunities: The Department of Campus Life hires student employees for positions in the Tate Student Center Gameroom, UGACard Office, Cashier’s Window, Technical Services, Print & Copy Services, Information Desk, Message Center, Set-up Crew, Legion Pool, Tate Theater, and as Building Managers, office assistants, and website assistants. Inquire at the Tate Student Center Information Desk for current availability and applications. Phone (706) 542-3816.
Fund-Raising/Solicitation Policy: Privately-owned business enterprises cannot conduct business on campus except as permitted by the Director of Auxiliary Services. Use of University facilities or grounds for fund-raising by student organizations must be approved by the Department of Campus Life. Requests for approval must be submitted to the office of the Director of Campus Life. Request forms are available in the Department of Campus Life Administrative Office and The Campus Reservations Office.
Fund-raising requests will not be granted for the personal benefit of an individual. Door-to-door solicitation on campus is prohibited under University policy. Phone (706) 542-7774.
DISABILITY RESOURCE CENTER
Director: Dr. Karen Kalivoda
Associate Director: Pat Marshall
Location: Clark Howell Hall
Phone: (706) 542-8719
TTY: (706) 542-8778
Fax: (706) 542-7719
The mission of the Disability Resource Center (DRC) is to promote equal educational opportunities and a welcoming academic, physical, and social environment for students with disabilities at The University of Georgia. It seeks to eliminate both physical and attitudinal barriers that may exist on campus and to promote inclusion for students with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act, as amended in 1998.
The DRC coordinates a variety of academic accommodations and support services to provide equal access to University programs and activities. Students served have a physical, cognitive, or psychological impairment that substantially limits major life activities. Types of disabilities commonly found among college students are both visible and hidden. Examples may include: attention deficit hyperactivity disorders, blind and low vision, chronic illnesses, deaf and hard of hearing, learning disabilities, mobility impairments, psychological disabilities, and traumatic brain injuries.
Home of the Assistive Technology Lab, the DRC has state-of-the-art adaptive computer equipment and software specifically designed for people with disabilities. The DRC also houses an Alternative Media Center, which provides books in alternate formats to students with print disabilities, and captions videos for use in classes.
To qualify for services, students need to complete an intake packet and provide current documentation supporting their disability related accommodations from a qualified professional (see specific criteria on website). For more information on eligibility and services, please call or visit us on the web at www.drc.uga.edu.
UNIVERSITY TESTING SERVICES
Director: Dr. Karen Kalivoda
Coordinator: Yvette Leverett
Location: Clark Howell Hall, First Floor, South Wing
Phone: (706) 542-3183
Test Information: (706) 542-TEST (8378)
Fax: (706) 542-3915
Departmental Placement Exams: University Testing Services (UTS) serves as a testing facility for the University community. Tests are administered in a secure, efficient, and professional environment to maximize student performance. This office assists students with various testing needs from orientation through graduation and beyond.
Most tests are administered between 8:00am and 4:00pm Monday through Friday. Many tests are offered on a walk-in basis, others require an appointment. Please check our website www.testing.uga.edu or call our information line at (706) 542-8378 for more details.
Prometric: UTS offers state-of-the-art computerized testing for GRE, NPBTS, PRAXIS - I and TOEFL. Appointments can be made directly with UTS or by contacting national testing companies directly. Further information on direct contact with these organizations is available on our website: www.testing.uga.edu .
National Saturday Testing Services: UTS is the campus contact for many National Testing companies. Test programs offered through the Saturday testing program include: ACT, GRE (subject), LSAT, MPRE, PCAT, and SAT.
Accommodated Testing Services: In collaboration with the Disability Resource Center, test accommodations are provided for individuals with disabilities. Accommodations may include extra time, low distraction environment, use of recorded materials, adaptive technology, readers, and scribes. Appropriate documentation and sufficient notice to the testing staff are required. For many of the National Testing Services Tests, advanced planning for accommodations is usually required.
For more information on University Testing Services, visit us on the web at www.testing.uga.edu
The Student Handbook is published by the Division of Student Affairs. Since the programs and services described herein are subject to continuous review and evaluation, this document is intended for informational use only. Any portion of this handbook in conflict with the policies of the Board of Regents shall be null and void and of no effect whatsoever.
