CLA New Student Guide

• Academic Calendar
  
• Important Dates (add/drop classes, tuition refunds)
  
• Campus Resources
  
• 30-60-90 Student Success Roadmap
• UMD Campus Map
• CLA Student Affairs and Advising Center

Frequently Asked Questions

• Advisement
• Being Undeclared
• Campus Life
• College of Liberal Arts
• Computer Related
• Financial Aid
• Personal Adjustment
• Registration

Technology @ UMD

• CLA Laptop Requirement
• Your UMD Email Account
• Your Student Records
• ePortfolio
• Technology Resources for Students (software, computing labs, network access)
• MyU Portal
• Broadband internet in UMD Housing (ResNet)
• Tech Support

The Value of a College Education

• The Purpose of a Liberal Arts Education
• UMD's Liberal Education Program
• Transferable Skills
  
• Article: “The Real Value of a College Education”
• Employment & Education

Being a Member of an Academic Community

• Academic Integrity Policy
• Academic Dishonesty
• Student Conduct Code (disciplinary offenses, sanctions, UMD proceedures)
  

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

Success Strategies

• Calculate Your Grade Point Average
• 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

Explore Duluth

• Bagley Nature Area (on campus)
• City of Duluth Parks & Trails
• DTA Bus Information
• Duluth Attractions & Events
• Hartley Nature Center (near UMD)
• Outdoor Equipment Rental
• Spirit Mountain
  
• UMD Recreational Sports Outdoor Program (includes intramural sports)

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