Foundation of Excellence: Improvement Dimension
New Student Orientation Subcommittee Report
University of Northern Iowa
I. NEW STUDENT ORIENTATIONS AT THE UNIVERSITY OF NORTHERN IOWA
New student orientations at the University of Northern Iowa are designed to provide first-year students
with a comprehensive introduction to the academic and co-curricular opportunities and resources
available at UNI. During this current academic year, a New Student Orientation Mission Statement
was developed by the Coordinator of New Student program which states:
Orientation programs facilitate the successful transition of new students to the University of Northern
Iowa.
We help students prepare for the rigors of the academic experience, understand the importance of cocurricular involvement, and navigate the adjustment to a new living and learning environment.
We do this by:
• Involving faculty members, academic advisors, academic support services staff, student services staff,
and current students in programming focused on student academic success.
• Promoting student involvement through access to student organizations, campus and community
groups, and testimonials from current students.
• Fostering student engagement in the process of course selection and self-registration for their first
semester of courses.
• Providing information about residence life, both on and off-campus.
New students are invited to attend one of three orientations programs – each with a focus toward a
specific population - to transition to a higher educational environment and learning from high school as
well as to register for their semester classes.
The new first-year student orientation options for students include:
First-Year
Student
Population
Minority / First
Generation
Orientation Attending
Jump Start Orientation – 6 day program
Identified students will receive invitations to Jump Start during the spring. Jump Start
offers participants:
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early move in
course registration in learning communities (for first year students)
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cluster housing in the residence halls
social activities to meet other Jump Start students, UNI faculty/staff and
Pathfinders, former Jump Start participants
First Year students who register for Jump Start do not attend any of the other
Orientation sessions.
Transfer Students do need to attend Transfer Orientation in April or June prior to
participating in the Jump Start Program to register for classes.
International
International Student Orientation – 5 day program
International Admissions and Services Office Mission Statement: Providing caring,
knowledgeable, and efficient service to the international community to facilitate the
successful social and cultural transition to UNI and the achievement of educational
goals
All Other
Students
New Student Freshman Orientation – 2 day program
During Student Freshman Orientation, students work with academic advisors, current
students, and professional staff members to get ready for the transition to your new
campus community.
During the 2-day program, participants will:
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meet with academic advisors to learn about your liberal arts core classes,
degree requirements in majors you're considering, and course selections for
fall semester
talk with UNI faculty members about academic expectations
learn about on-campus living, student involvement, financial aid, and other
aspects of the social and academic environment at UNI
meet and get to know other new students
receive your student ID card
learn about computing and technology options on campus
register for fall semester classes
Comprehensive schedules of each of the orientation programs listed above can be found in Appendix A Schedule/Agenda of New Student Orientations of this report.
In addition to the mission statement referenced above, New Student Orientation Learning Outcomes
have also been developed for use with the two-day New Student Freshman Orientation:
Students will…
… learn about the academic expectations they will face as University students.
… receive information about academic support resources and student services. They will receive
encouragement from upper level students about using resources, and have opportunities to connect with
support staff.
… learn the importance of curricular and co-curricular involvement to their success as a student and as a
future professional. Students will have opportunities to make personal connections with representatives of
student organizations.
… gain greater familiarity with their new place of residence. Students will gain access to residence halls,
and learn about dining options, laundry facilities, policies, procedures, and community life.
… become acquainted with the Waterloo/Cedar Falls community.
Parents and family members will …
… gain information on their role in supporting their student’s academic success.
… become familiar with the academic support resources and student services offices that are available to
their student.
… receive information on the laws and policies relating to academic records, and learn how they affect
their relationship with the institution.
In the Summer 2008, student attendance in each of these orientation programs included:
Orientation
Students Attending in Summer 2008
Jump Start Orientation
62 students
International Student Orientation
33 students
New Student Freshman Orientation
1896 students
Students, who do not or are not able to attend an orientation session, would meet with an academic
advisor one-on-one prior to the start of the semester or during the first week of classes. During these
meetings the focus of interactions is on registering for classes
One of the changing trends which directly impact the new student orientation programs is the increasing
number of credit hours for which students are earning while in high school. The report, Summary of
"Transfer" Credits Brought in by First Year "Freshman.", provided an analysis of student records of
the 2007 incoming “freshman” class to reveal that students are not necessarily new to the college
experience. According to the report:
• 1056 or 53% of freshmen have pre-college course credit that comes in a variety of forms (about 17% of
all incoming freshmen come in as second semester freshmen (15+ credits)).
• The majority of their pre-college credit is from a college or university, with 49% of all freshmen having
this credit. 8% of all students have credit from AP or CLEP, and many of these also have college /
university course credit.
• When did they start earning this credit?
5% - during the summer after graduation from high school
50% - during their high school senior year
39% - starting in their junior year
6% - starting in their sophomore year
0.8% - starting in their freshmen year or earlier
• How much credit are they earning?
The overall average is 12.0 credits per freshmen bringing in college credit.
The breakdown is as follows….
6 credits or less - 32%
7-12 credits – 31%
13-18 credits – 19%
19-24 credits – 10%
25 or more credits – 8%
Highest number of credits is 56.
II. CURRENT STATUS OF ASSESSMENT OF ORIENTATION FOR FIRST-YEAR STUDENTS
PI 9.1 Assessment: To what extent does First-Year Orientation include systematic (are appropriately
timed, focused, and based on data collection and analysis methods that provide high quality information
for decision-making) assessment? Our Grade: 2 Low (based on a 1 Very Low/None and 5 Very High
scale)
Currently, orientation programs for first-year students are separately administered and assessed by the
administrators and staff of those programs. Consequently, there is no unified model for how to manage
and evaluate first-year student orientation, making it difficult to compare or combine results.
At present, assessments are being conducted by the International Services Office, Department of New
Student Programs and Jump Start Program in an effort to better understand the needs and expectations
of first-year students participating in the orientation process. The use of a satisfaction survey is among
the most common method employed by these programs to obtain information.
The 2008-2010 University Catalog (p.37) identifies a “freshman” as any student who has earned less than
30 credit hours. However, the questions utilized to determine a “First-Year Student” varies among
individual undergraduate academic units and, as a result, may create discrepancies during the
assessment process and impact the generalizability of results.
Types of Assessment:
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New Student Programs – Evidence: New Student Survey. As of now, this assessment has only
been conducted in the Fall 2007. This survey was distributed approximately 6 weeks after the
start of semester, and assessed student achievement of orientation learning outcomes. Although
the uses of the results are limited and informal in scope, the goal is to collect data to make annual
programming changes and to determine if desired outcomes are being met. Summer
Orientation Evaluations have been administered to students for the past 10 summers. The
survey is distributed to students who participate in an orientation session within one week of their
attendance. The instrument measures both student satisfaction and student outcomes
specifically in the area of academic advising.
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International Services Office – Evidence: International Student Orientation Evaluation Form.
This evaluation, which is administered to all international students participating in the International
Services Orientation Week, is a student satisfaction survey and only measures students’ level of
satisfaction with the program. It does not measure student outcomes.
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Academic Learning Center (Jumpstart) – Evidence: Jump Start 2008 Program Evaluation.
This evaluation was designed to obtain feedback regarding the 2008 Jump Start Program and to
determine how the Jump Start program can better fulfill its mission and meet the needs of new
students. This survey is used by the Jump Start program as a means of gaining information to
better improve its program. It is a student satisfaction survey and does not measure student
outcomes. In addition to the program evaluation, the Jump Start program administers three main
personality and placement instruments: 1) COMPASS which is an academic assessment tool
used to gauge academic preparedness, 2) College Student Inventory (CSI). Questions are
used to measure a students potential personal and academic success in college. Students are
assigned a ranking in four different areas: academic motivation, ease of transition, receptivity of
support services and recommendations and 3) StrengthsQuest, an assessment instrument
designed to help students discover their strengths and talents.
III. AREAS OF CONCERN
As the current status of assessment of first-year orientation was evaluated, four major areas of concern
emerged:
1. Lack of formal written goals/objectives for assessing student outcomes (e.g. an
assessment plan needs to be put in place for all orientation programs). Although
assessments are being conducted for first-year orientation programs, there is no formal
assessment plan for assessing student outcomes. An written assessment plan would
serve as an overarching framework that provides a way to structure, evaluate and
improve the orientation process.
2. Lack of a coherent, standardized set of core questions for assessing student outcomes
(e.g., create questions to be used on all assessment measures/instruments). Some of
the assessment being used to evaluate first-year orientation programs use questions with
similar topics, but these questions are not comparable between assessments making it
more difficult to provide comparisons among programs and/or overall assessment of
orientation for first-year students.
3. Assessment measures need to move beyond simple satisfaction surveys and focus on
student outcomes assessment. Most of the instruments used to assess first-year student
orientation were satisfaction surveys that did not assess student outcomes. If student
outcomes questions were included in the survey, only a small portion was devoted to
these questions. Although “satisfaction” questions can be beneficial to program
improvement, assessments must include other types of fundamental questions that
measure student outcomes.
4. Assessment results are kept in-house and not shared with the University community
and/or key stakeholders. Assessment results should be made public and accessible to
university administrators, faculty, staff and students. Open communication regarding the
evaluation of such programs may serve to strengthen program effectiveness by allowing
for university feedback and input.
IV. CURRENT USE OF ASSESSMENT RESULTS
PI 9.2 Use of Assessment: To what degree have the assessment results been used to improve practices
across first-year orientation programs? Our Grade: 2 Low (based on a 1 Very Low/None and 5 Very
High scale)
Although limited in scope, assessment results are being used informally by the Office of Vice President of
Student Affairs / Coordinator of New Student Programs, International Services and Jump Start to critique
and improve programs. These results are typically used internally (within the department or college) and
are not distributed or shared, for the purpose of collaboration, to the university-wide community.
The Coordinator of New Student Programs uses the results gathered from the Summer Orientation
Evaluation and New Student Survey to change and implement new programming as well as improve
program sessions for first-year students and their parents (e.g., a resource page for parents was
developed as a result of this assessment). The International Services Office uses the results of their
International Student Orientation Evaluation Form to change and improve programming for
international students. Jump Start utilizes the results of the COMPASS to evaluate academic
preparedness in order to register students in appropriate courses. For the CSI, the results of this
assessment are used for advising and class purposes and for referrals to other academic departments.
V. RECOMMENDATIONS
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All orientation programs need to collaboratively establish evaluation/assessment
outcomes to help evaluate the effectiveness, feasibility and desired standards of the new
student orientation program.
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Assessment needs to continue to be conducted on an annual basis and be linked to
strategic planning within the institution. Programs working with orientation need to
develop, identify and execute assessment on a routine basis student outcomes
assessment. Results from the existing surveys as well as other measures should be
reported as part of an annual or bi-annual Orientation Student Outcomes Assessment.
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Written assessment plans need to be created for all orientation programs. The use of
assessments devoid of a formal written assessment plan can potentially create
haphazard reporting and, as a result, inconclusive results. To avoid these pitfalls, an
assessment plan needs to be put in place for all orientation programs.
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Assessment results need to be communicated to all persons involved in the orientation
process and should be made available to the university community. This will establish a
more transparent assessment process and may eliminate redundancies. needs to be
made available to the university community.
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Collaboration of all orientation programs to enhance program efficiencies and evaluation.
It is recommended that all orientation programs report to/collaborate with the Coordinator
of New Student Programs or a university committee to ensure that student outcomes
assessments are underway (e.g., reorganize/restructure the reporting structure). For all
first-year orientation programs, a designated coordinator (e.g., the Coordinator of New
Student Programs) or a committee should be appointed to monitor and evaluate
orientation assessments.
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Use of different assessment measures (e.g., different methodologies). The New Student
Survey is a good example of an assessment measure that evaluates the orientation
program from a student outcomes perspective.
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Standardization or core questions to be included on assessment measures for all
orientation programs.
 A core set of questions will allow for comparative results.
 The use of a standardized assessment (e.g., Student Voice (NOTA)
should be considered.
Appendix A: Schedule/Agenda of New Student Orientations
JUMP START ORIENTATION
Day 1 – Monday
8:00 a.m. – Noon
Noon
1:30 – 4:00 p.m.
5:00 p.m.
6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
Jump Start Kick-Off / Academic Responsibilities
Lunch with Faculty/Staff
MyUniverse Training / Variety Show Explanation
Dinner
WRC Tour and Activities
Day 2 – Tuesday
8:00 a.m. – Noon
Noon
1:30 – 4:00 p.m.
5:00 p.m.
6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
Financial Information / Budgeting Activity
Lunch
Student Advising
Dinner
Variety Show Practice
Day 3 – Wednesday
8:00 a.m. – Noon
Noon
1:30 – 4:00 p.m.
5:00 p.m.
6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
Student Activities Presentation / Student Involvement Fair
Lunch
Taking Care of Business
Dinner
Variety Show Dress Rehearsal
Day 4 – Thursday
8:00 a.m. – Noon
Noon
1:30 – 4:00 p.m.
5:00 p.m.
6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
Keys to Academic Success
Lunch
Staying Safe on Campus Residence Hall/ University Apartments & Off Campus
Information / Compass / E-write
Dinner
Variety Show
Day 5 – Friday
8:00 a.m. – Noon
Noon
1:30 – 4:00 p.m.
Lifestyle Changes
Lunch
More Resources / Returning Jump Start Panel / Jump Start Program Evaluation /
Jump
Start Program Adjournment
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT ORIENTATION (Sample from Spring 2009 Orientation)
Day 1 – Tuesday
4:00 p.m. Campus Tour
Enjoy a look around UNI’s beautiful campus and learn where to go for your classes,
activities and other parts of your campus life. The tour will stop at the Department of
Residence Office, where you can get your official UNI Student ID Card.
6:30 p.m. Welcome Dinner
Dine with UNI International Staff members, your peer advisors, and members of the
International Student Association in a festive event to welcome you to UNI and prepare
you for the exciting International Student Orientation!
Day 2 – Wednesday
8:00 a.m. Evaluation of English Proficiency
This is a mandatory session for all provisionally or conditionally admitted students.
Students participating in English testing will register on Thursday morning.
8:00 a.m. Registration for Exchange Students
It is very important that you are ON TIME for registration!
10:30 a.m. Navigating the U.S System of Education
To “navigate” means to find your way. The U.S. system of education can be quite
different than the system in your home country. Learn what grades mean, what is a
program of study, and many other useful tips.
12:00 noon Lunch: International Services will provide lunch for orientation participants.
1:30 p.m. Find a job
Would you like to take advantage of your eligibility to be employed on campus and
earn some extra money? If so, this session will inform you of where to look and what
to do. A representative from the Financial Aid office will help you get started and
answer your questions. You will also learn about what a “Social Security Number” is
and how to get one if you become employed at UNI.
2:15 p.m. Paying your “E-Bill”
Find out how you will pay your tuition and fees and how to view your account online in
this session with an expert from the UNI Office of Business Operations. We will also
discuss some tips about how to manage your money while in the U.S.
2:45 p.m. Money and Banking
Representatives from local financial institutions will be present to tell you about their
services for students. Following a general banking presentation, you will have the
opportunity to choose a bank and open an account and even deposit money. Be sure to
bring your money to deposit, your I-20 form or DS-2019 form, and your passport with
I-94 card.
5:00 p.m. Dinner as a group
Please join us for a complimentary dinner at one of UNI’s most exciting dining
locations. Meet at the International Services office if you would like to walk to the
Piazza with a group.
7:00 p.m. Country and Culture Celebration
Come and share your talents and tell us a bit about your country and culture. We’ll
have a blast learning more about each other and celebrating the unique people who are
part of our orientation group!
Day 3 – Thursday
8:00 a.m. Registration for Undergraduate Freshman, Transfer Students and Conditionally
to 11:30 a.m. Admitted Undergraduate Students
12:00 noon Lunch
1:30 p.m. Advising and Registration available for students who need further assistance
to 5:00 p.m.
1:30 p.m. Safety, Security and Student Services
The UNI and Cedar Falls community is considered to be a safe place and this session
will teach you some safety tips to help you keep yourself safe and out of trouble. Meet
an officer from the UNI Public Safety Team and find out how you can work with them.
You’ll also get to meet someone from the Dean of Students’ office who will let you
know about more services available to help you have a safe and successful experience at
UNI!
2:30 p.m. How to Get Involved
There is much more to the UNI experience than attending classes. Find out just how
much fun you can have and how much there is to do to enrich your life as a student.
The Northern Iowa Student Government President will stop by to let you know all about
our student government system and how you can become involved.
3:30 p.m. The Student Health Clinic & Health Insurance
Why does UNI require health insurance for international students? How does the U.S.
health care system work? What can the UNI Health Center do for you? Find out
answers to these questions in this session!
5:00 p.m. Night on the town
Please join us for a complimentary dinner at a local restaurant, followed by a fun social
activity to be announced!
Day 4 – Friday
9:00 a.m. Rod Library Tour
Get a head start and find out where things are, who to ask with library questions, and where the best
places to study are located. Space is limited, so sign up early to reserve your place!
10:30 a.m. SEVIS, status, and reporting – Oh my!
This very important session will highlight the basics of your immigration status and
what you need to do to stay in good standing with the U.S. Department of Homeland
Security. New developments in the handling of student information will be discussed,
and the importance of following the rules of your visa status will be emphasized. Bring
your questions. Presented by Ross Schupbach, International Student Advisor.
12:00 noon Lunch with People from UNI! Please join us for lunch in Club ’91, lower level of
Maucker Union. Dine with members of the UNI community who keep the University
going.
1:30 p.m. Culture Shock and Shocking Culture
Life in the U.S. may not be quite like it is at home. Learn how to get comfortable in
your new surroundings from those International Students who have survived the
“shock” of arriving in a new culture. Gain useful information from campus experts and
have some fun learning about American communication and campus social issues.
3:30 p.m. Catch Up Session: International Services Office
Did you arrive too late for the beginning of our orientation week? Did you miss a
session? This will be a chance for you to pick up materials from earlier sessions this
week and ask any questions that you might have.
6:00 p.m. Pizza party at the Wellness Recreation Center: Join returning international students
for pizza, soda and other goodies!
6:30 p.m. Friday Fun Night at the WRC
Bring your exercise clothes, court shoes and swimwear for an evening of recreation,
relaxation, sport and social time. The entire WRC will be open just for us!
Day 5 – Saturday
9:00 a.m. Household Item & Furniture Giveaway
If you need any household items such as dishes, cups, towels, pots, lamps or furniture,
come check out the wide variety of donated items! Everything is Free!
10:00 a.m. Cedar Falls Driving Tour and area Shopping Trip
Following a guided driving tour of Cedar Falls aboard a comfortable motor coach, we
will be ready to take you shopping for supplies, clothing, gifts, snacks and more. We
will visit local shopping areas, which include a mall, large discount store, and a
secondhand store. We will return to campus in the afternoon. Please reserve your seat
by signing up in the International Services Office in advance.
Friday of 1st Week of Classes
3:30 p.m. International Coffee Hour
Celebrate the end of your first week of classes and compare experiences with your new
friends. Refreshments will be provided!
NEW STUDENT FRESHMAN ORIENTATION
Day One
8 – 10:00 a.m. Check-in
Welcome to the University of Northern Iowa! Register for orientation, pick up your materials, pay fees, and
check in for your overnight stay.
8:30 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. Campus Tours (optional)
One of your orientation staff members will give you a tour of campus that includes classroom buildings,
the library, and residence halls.
10:30 – 11:15 Becoming a Panther (opening session)
Welcome to UNI! Learn how to make the most of your college experience and meet your summer
orientation staff. This fun session will help introduce you to the student culture at UNI, and will explore
how your decisions about University involvement will impact your success.
11:15 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Lunch
Join us for a preview of UNI’s outstanding dining and get to know your orientation group leader and other
new students. Seating is reserved according to your advising group letter.
12:15 – 12:30 p.m. Student Loan Entrance Interviews
12:30 – 1:00 p.m. Academic Transitions
The transition from high school to college is a time of academic, social, and personal adjustments. In this
session, you'll talk with your summer orientation staff about some of their stories of transition, and look
ahead to your own.
1:00 – 2:00 p.m. The Learning Partnership
This session presented by UNI faculty focuses on the importance of understanding the expectations
faculty have of students. What is the purpose of liberal arts? What does it mean to be prepared for class?
And how can you build positive relationships with your professors who are here to help you succeed?
2:15 – 4:15 p.m. Academic Program Planning
Work with members of the academic advising staff and summer orientation staff to begin planning your
first-semester schedule.
4:30 – 5:00 p.m. Home by the Dome
Tour the residence halls and check out the opportunities connected to on-campus living: study lounges,
computer labs, residence restaurants, special programs, and opportunities for new friendships and
leadership challenges.
5:00 – 6:00 p.m. Student Involvement and Organizations Fair
College life is more than just classes and books! Learn more about a variety of student organizations and
extra-curricular activities, and find opportunities to get connected with groups of interest to you.
Representatives will be on hand to answer questions about becoming involved on campus.
6:00 – 7:00 p.m . Purple and Gold Dinner
Catch the UNI spirit at our orientation dinner with its traditional purple and gold theme.
7:00 – 7:30 p.m. Evening Breakout Session #1
(attend the session of your choice)
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Spiritual Connections - Developing spiritual connections is important to many college students.
There are many ways for students to discuss and evaluate their spirituality through a variety of
organizations and activities. Learn more about religious organizations, the Campus Ministry
Association, and other opportunities students have to explore their spirituality while attending
UNI.
Technology and Computing Options - This session will cover computer and other technology
options at UNI. Information Technology Services (ITS) staff will present information on
purchasing computers and software, connecting your computer in the residence halls, the WiFiUNI wireless network, the MyUniverse portal for students, the parent/guardian portal account, and
how to get assistance from the Computer Consulting Center.
Meet the Greeks - Come learn more about fraternity and sorority life at UNI. Topics will include
recruitment, community service, leadership opportunities, and lifelong friendships.
7:45 – 8:15 p.m. Evening Breakout Session #2 (attend the session of your choice / see above)
8:30 – 11:00 p.m. Explore the Wellness Recreation Center (WRC)
Find out what the WRC has to offer and meet other new students. Activities include: basketball,
racquetball, rock climbing, table tennis, a running track, a fitness area, aerobics, a wellness resource lab,
a leisure pool, water slide, and whirlpool. You will have the opportunity to use all of these attractions in a
variety of structured and unstructured activities. Free equipment may be checked out and lockers and
showers will be available.
9:00 – 11:00 p.m. Movie Night in Rider Hall
Looking for a low-key evening activity with other students? Enjoy snacks and soft drinks while you watch
a movie in the air-conditioned comfort of the Rider Hall recreation room.
Day Two
7:15 – 9:30 a.m. Continental Breakfast
Enjoy coffee, juice, assorted breads, donuts, and fresh fruit.
8:00 – 11:00 a.m. Student Services Fair
Representatives from a variety of departments will be available to discuss topics such as financial aid,
billing, career services, on-campus living, student health, and much more.
7:45 am – noon Meet for uCard pictures, academic advising, and registration
Arrive at the Maucker Union, Old Central Ballroom lobby at the time listed on your advising packet. You
will be escorted through the process of getting your picture taken for the uCard, completing course
planning with a faculty advisor, and registering for fall classes.
8:00 – 11:00 am Meningitis Vaccinations
Before or after you register for classes, you will have the opportunity to receive a meningitis vaccination.
10:00 am Campus Tour (optional)
If you have time before or after your advising and registration appointment, let one of your orientation staff
members give you a tour of the campus that includes classroom buildings, the library, and a residence
hall.
10:15a.m. CLEP Exam (for those who have pre-registered)
Improvement Dimension Performance Indicators
1) Student Allocation of their Time
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Jump Start 2008 Program Evaluation- no questions addressing allocation of time
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International Orientations Evaluation- no questions addressing allocation of time
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New Student Programs Summer Orientation Evaluations – no questions
addressing allocation of time. New Student Survey – 1) Since starting at UNI,
how successful have you been at managing your time?
2) Student/student Connections
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Jump Start 2008 Program EvaluationPlease rate the following:
1. Meet people and make friends
2. Learn how to relate to other university students
3. Learn how to develop healthy interpersonal relationships
4. Meet people and make friends
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International Orientations Evaluation-
Please rate the following:
1. Social Activities: Dinner
2. Social Activities: Outdoor activities
3. Social Activities: Trip to lost island
4. Social Activities: Shopping Trip
5. Social Activities: Reception for new & returning students
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3)
New Student Programs Summer Orientation Evaluation – no questions addressing
student/student connections. New Student Survey – 1) Looking back on your
orientation experience, how much do you feel that it helped you connect with other
new students?; 2) Since starting at UNI, how successful have you been at making
friends with other UNI students?
Student/faculty connections
 Jump Start 2008 Program EvaluationPlease rate the following:
1. The UNI staff members provided valuable information
2. The UNI staff members responded to my needs
3. Discuss individual issues with a UNI staff member
4. The UNI staff made my transition easier
5. Learn about faculty expectations at UNI
6. Make connections with UNI staff members
4)
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International Orientations Evaluation- no questions addressing student/faculty
connections
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New Student Programs Summer Orientation Evaluation – no questions addressing
student/faculty connections. New Student Survey – no questions addressing
student/faculty connections.
Student use of campus services
 Jump Start 2008 Program EvaluationPlease rate the following:
1. Learn about academic policies and procedures
2. Learn how to get involved on campus
3. Learn my way around campus
4. Learn how to use MyUNIverse
5. Complete the financial aid process (if needed)
6. Understand your financial aid process
7. Gain information and access services of the University Health Clinic
8. Explore fitness and recreational activities at the WRC
9. Learn how to make the most of living in the residence hall
10. Learn how to access campus resources
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International Orientations Evaluation-
Please rate the following:
1. Orientation Session: Paying your “E-Bill”
2. Orientation Session: Computer Resources
3. Orientation Session: Safety and Security
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5)
6)
New Student Programs Summer Orientation Evaluation – no questions addressing
student use of campus services. New Student Survey – 1) Looking back on your
orientation experience, how much do you feel that it helped you understand the
process of self registration and finding information on university support services?
Student class attendance patterns
 Jump Start 2008 Program Evaluation- no questions addressing attendance patterns
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International Orientations Evaluation- no questions addressing attendance patterns

New Student Programs Summer Orientation Evaluation – no questions addressing
attendance patterns. New Student Survey – no questions addressing attendance
patterns.
Patterns of Student Involvement
 Jump Start 2008 Program Evaluation- no questions addressing patterns of student
involvement
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International Orientations Evaluation- no questions addressing patterns of student
involvement
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New Student Programs Summer Orientation Evaluation – 1) Summer orientation has
helped you feel better informed about campus activities? New Student Survey – 1)
Since starting at UNI, how successful have you been at getting involved on campus?