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The University of Northern Iowa has available for its summer students a wide variety of facilities, services, and activities for educational enrichment beyond the academic work in the classroom, and for assisting the summer student in "everyday" living at UNI. Some of these are described in this section. |
Student Services
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On-campus Single Student Housing |
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Housing will be available in Bartlett and in ROTH Complex for single undergraduate and graduate students during the 2002 summer session. These facilities are air conditioned with an option of a double or single room as space is available. Short-term workshop participants will also be able to reserve rooms in Bartlett or ROTH on a space availability basis. Please contact the Department of Residence for an application and rate information. |
Former students who desire on-campus housing and who are not living on campus during the spring semester should contact the Department of Residence, Redeker Center, UNI, for a housing contract (this reservation should be made at an early date). Students on campus during the spring semester should reserve a space in either ROTH (beginning February 12) or Bartlett (beginning April 2).
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Housing for new students is contingent upon their admission to the University and subsequent enrollment. Contact the Department of Residence, Redeker Center, UNI, for a housing contract.
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Dining Services
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All students enrolled during the summer session and living in Bartlett and ROTH may eat their meals in the Towers Dining Center with the purchase of a meal plan or dining dollars, payment of cash, or by charging to their university bill. The dining center offers cafeteria-style breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Students living off-campus may purchase a meal plan also. |
The 23rd Street Market, located on the east side of the Commons, features the Red Hat Deli, hot dogs, nachos, homemade soup and a convenience store. Dining options in the Maucker Union include Blimpies, Seattle's Best Coffee Shop, Freshens Yogurt and Smoothies, and Bent Fork Chili Bar and Grill. |
Financial Assistance
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The Financial Aid Office provides limited summer assistance in the form of loans, grants, and part-time employment. Financial aid awards are usually a combination of these sources put together to make up a financial aid "package." Summer financial aid is contingent on the availability of funds. You must be registered for at least 5 hours for undergraduates and 4 hours for graduate students during the summer to receive financial aid. |
The Financial Aid Office requires Free Application for Federal Student Assistance as the needs analysis document for all financial aid programs. Students must be officially admitted to the University before any financial aid offer will be made. Financial Aid Forms can be secured from the Financial Aid Office, Gilchrist Hall 116, (319) 273-2700 or 1-800-772-2736. |
For further information refer to the standards of academic progress for financial aid, and how dropping credit hours can affect financial aid. |
University Health Services
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University Health Services provides comprehensive mental health, physical health and wellness services to students enrolled at the University of Northern Iowa. Wellness services are also available to employees, retirees and their families. Services are provided by a professional staff including psychologists, physicians, physician assistants, nurses, health educators, counselors, a pharmacist and a laboratory/x-ray technician. Services include consultation, treatment, and a full range of health promotion and wellness activities. |
Health Clinic |
| The Health Clinic is located in the Student Health Center on the south side of 23rd Street next to the Schindler Education Center and provides out-patient medical services Monday through Friday when classes are in session. Students and spouses, who have paid a health fee, are eligible for care. The clinic includes examination and treatment rooms, a laboratory, X-ray, and pharmacy including over the counter medications. A referral to an area physician will be arranged, if needed, for treatment requiring specialized care. The Student Health Center has an appointment scheduling system. |
No charge is made for routine clinic consultations, but a charge is made for medications, injections, immunizations, x-rays, lab tests and other medical services. Charges may be paid in cash or billed to a student's monthly University statement. |
When the Health Clinic is closed, residence hall students may discuss a health problem with their Hall Coordinator or Resident Assistant. Hall Coordinators and Resident Assistants may be able to recognize a need for first aid or medical attention. They can suggest arrangements to students who are ill or injured. Emergency coverage is available at any of the hospital emergency rooms in the Cedar Falls and Waterloo area. Ask-a-Nurse advice may be obtained by calling (319) 272-2600. |
A group accident and sickness insurance plan may be purchased through the University on a voluntary basis for those without medical insurance. Information on the coverage and the cost of this insurance is available in the Health Clinic. International students are required to have health insurance as a condition of admission and should contact the International Programs Office regarding appropriate coverage. More detailed information concerning services and hours is available on the World Wide Web http://www.uni.edu/health. |
Counseling Center |
| The Counseling Center is located in the Student Services Center, Room 213. The Counseling Center is staffed with professional counselors and psychologists who provide confidential counseling services to students without charge. Services include:
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- individual, couples, and group therapy
- crisis management
- clinical consultation to faculty and staff
- class and group presentation on various mental health issues
- referral services to other programs and agencies
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Appointments for counseling may be made directly at the Counseling Center or by calling (319) 273-2676. As a general rule, clients in crisis will be offered services immediately. Clients who are not in crisis will be offered the first available appointment time. More information is available athttp://www.uni.edu/counseling. |
Office of Disability Services (ODS) |
The Office of Disability Services is located within the Counseling Center, Room 213, of the Student Services Center. The ODS works with students and employees to ensure that all persons with disabilities have access to university activities, programs, and services. Specialized services are provided to enhance the overall academic, career, and personal development of each person with a physical, psychiatric, or learning disability. To obtain information regarding services, call the ODS at (319)273-2676. More information is available at http://www.uni.edu/counseling/ODS.html. |
Wellness and Recreation Services |
| The Wellness and Recreation Center, located next to the UNI-Dome, is home to the School of Health, Physical Education and Leisure Services, an academic department in the College of Education, and Wellness and Recreation Services, a service program in the Division of Educational and Student Services. |
The mission of Wellness and Recreation Services (WRS) is to enhance the personal, professional, and academic lives of university students, faculty, and staff. This is accomplished through: structured and self-directed activities for fun, competition, fitness, leisure, and socialization; educational programs and services for health of mind, body, and spirit; skill-and-leadership-building activities, including student volunteer, internship, and employment opportunities; and campus-wide initiatives to enhance the living and working environment of the university community. |
Specific WRS programs include: |
- informal recreation/fitness/aquatic opportunities
- personal fitness services
- intramural sports
- instructional activities
- outdoor recreation programs and equipment rental,
- along with indoor climbing opportunities
- sport clubs
- health and wellness programs
- substance abuse prevention and education programs
- sexual abuse prevention programs and victims services
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To meet the needs and interests of the campus community, WRS programs and services are not only offered in the Wellness and Recreation Center, but at a variety of sites throughout campus. Customer service is always a priority. Therefore, input and suggestions from students, faculty, and staff are given serious consideration. Besides personally contacting any of the WRS staff, program input can be made through the WRS Advisory Committee, which consists of a representative group of students, faculty, and staff. A list of committee members is available at the WRS Office or through the WRS Website http://www.uni.edu/health/wellrec.html.
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UNI Child Development Center
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The UNI Child Development Center provides a setting for children to explore and interact with their environment, other children and adults. The Center is staffed by teachers certified in Early Childhood Education and UNI students. |
Children must be 6 weeks old when the session begins, and no older than 6. Enrollment is open to children of faculty, staff, and students on a first-come, first-served basis. Enrollment is full time only and fees are charged by the session. |
Summer hours are 7:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Advanced registration is required. |
Forms and information are available from: |
UNI Child Development Center
1 Price Laboratory School
19th & Campus Streets
(319) 273-2263 |
Academic Advising Services
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Academic Advising Services are designed to assist students in planning their
educational programs, developing their academic skills, and using resources of the University
to meet their specific educational needs. Students are provided services through three
interconnecting functions: Academic Advising, Examination and Evaluation Services, and
Reading and Learning Strategies. |
Academic Advising. ?Academic Advising Services coordinates the university-wide advising
program, coordinates first-year advising, and serves as the academic center for “deciding
students” who are exploring majors. Academic Advising supports Student Athlete Academic
Assistance. Academic Advising at Northern Iowa offers students the opportunity to
individualize their educational experience with a faculty or staff member. Students are
assigned to a faculty advisor in their major or a professional advisor in Academic Advising
Services if they are in the process of exploring major options. |
UNI prides itself in being a caring academic community which places a high value on
students' active participation in their educational experience. Our philosophy is one of
student-centered developmental advising. This means we place students at the center of our
efforts and believe students are capable, with sufficient information and support, of directing
their own academic lives at UNI. This requires that students be active participants in the
academic advising process. Advisors assist students in selecting appropriate courses and other
educational experiences, clarifying life and career goals, developing decision-making skills,
and interpreting institutional academic requirements. Students are encouraged to see their
advisors, but for the most part they are not required to do so. Through a wide range of
advising resources, students are expected to become informed consumers who make
considered choices about their personal and educational lives. |
Advising provided by Academic Advising Services is open to all students. Students
receive assistance in selecting majors, minors, and certificate programs; selecting courses;
scheduling; and identifying and resolving academic difficulties. Individual conferences,
special programs, and courses help freshmen, who have not decided upon a major, set realistic
first-year goals. |
Questions related to new student advisement and undergraduate advising should be
directed to Academic Advising Services, 125 Student Services Center, University of Northern
Iowa, Cedar Falls, IA 50614-0383. |
Examination and Evaluation Services. Examination Services for most major national college
and professional school entrance examinations, certification examinations, and credit by
examination are offered in the Advising Center. Services are provided for both enrolled
graduate and undergraduate students as well as non-students. In addition to test
administration, Examination and Evaluation Services provides test registration and preparation
assistance, conducts student research, and provides consultation and interpretation. The
Services is a resource for students, faculty, and the community concerning many aspects of
educational testing and student research.
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Reading and Learning Strategies. Academic Advising Services is concerned with the
reading skills and learning strategies of all UNI students. Students who suspect that the
learning skills they have employed may be inadequate at the University or those searching for
time-efficient ways to handle a heavy reading load are advised to register in this office for
Speed Reading and Effective Study Strategies. These are free, brief courses taught in
small-group sessions to help students double their reading rate or learn how to manage time,
concentrate, take notes, and prepare for exams. Students who want to focus on one of these
skills specifically may meet with the Reading/Learning Strategies Coordinator or a peer
instructor individually.
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Information concerning Academic Advising is available on the World Wide Web http://www.uni.edu/acaadvis. |
The Career Center
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The Career Center, located in Room #19 of the Student Services Center is a centralized office
related to the broad areas of career-readiness and to the more specific area
of opportunities for graduates. For further information regarding the following services visit The Career Center website at http://www.uni.edu/careercenter or contact the office at (319)273-6857. |
Career Services assists students with a range of career-related questions and concerns. Programs, consultation, and resources from Career Services include decision-making, career exploration, career/employer information and career related experiences. |
Graduate Services includes assisting prospective graduates and alumni from all academic areas and degree levels with preparing for and locating positions in employment and/or graduate school in accordance with their qualifications and personal interests. |
Students are highly encouraged to utilize the services of The Career Center throughout their college
career.
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Traffic Regulations
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University traffic regulations are in force during the summer session. Campus parking is by permit only and is restricted to the areas designated on the permit.
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Every vehicle used on the campus by faculty, staff, or students must be registered with the University Public Safety Office and must display a valid parking permit. The vehicle parking permit fee for students attending the summer session is $9.25 for C permits (dormitory residents), and $13.75 for B permits (off campus). Vehicles registered in the previous academic year need not be registered. Individuals enrolled only in a short-term workshop (one week or less) may obtain temporary parking permits at $5.00 per week.
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A copy of the UNI Motor Vehicle and Bicycle Regulations may be obtained from the University Public Safety Office, Room 102, Gilchrist Hall. |
