New Student Guide

• Welcome from Linda Krug, CLA Dean
• Fall Semester Academic Planner
• Fall Semester at a Glance
• 30-60-90 Student Success Roadmap
• Campus Resources
• UMD Campus Map
• Student Affairs and Advising Center

Frequently Asked Questions

• Advisement
• Being Undecided
• Campus life
• College of Liberal Arts
• Computer Related
• Financial Aid
• Personal Adjustment
• Registration

Introduction to UMD Technology

• CLA Laptop Initiative
• Your University E-mail Account
• Your Individual Records
• Portfolio
• Software Links
• MyU Portal
• ResNet Terms & Conditions
• Tech Support

The Value of a College Education

• The Purpose of a Liberal Arts Education
• UMD's Liberal Education Program
• Article: “The Real Value of a College Education”
• Article: "Would You Like Fulfillment With That?"
• Employment & Education

Being a Member of an Academic Community

• Academic Integrity
• Academic Dishonesty
• Student Conduct Code

Overview of Academic Advising

• Advising Roles and Responsibilities
• Tips for a Successful Advisement Meeting

Academic Planning

• Degree Requirements
• How to Graduate in 4 Years
• 3 Steps to Spring Semester Registration
• Graduation Planner
• Previously Completed College Course Work & AP Credit
• Your APAS Report

Majors & Careers

• Major and Career Exploration
• How to Declare Your Major or Minor
• Majors and Programs Offered at UMD
• Road Trip Nation

Success Strategies

• Calculate Your Grade Point Average
• Learning Styles Inventory
• Strategies for Students on Probation
• Time Management Tips

Academic Policies

• Academic Standing: Probation and Dismissal Policy
• Academic Petitions
• Holds
• UMD Policies & Procedures

Parental Influences

• Access to Your Academic Records
• Becoming Your Own Advocate
• Visits Home

Duluth

• DTA Bus Information
• Duluth Attractions
• The Great Outdoors