returning student check-in

FALL 2007
CHECK-IN FOR RETURNING STUDENTS

PLACE: University Center
DATE: Wednesday, September 5, 2007
TIME: See Below

Dear Student,
 
We’re looking forward to your return this fall. Below is information pertaining to the formal check-in and move-in process. We would recommend that you review this information to make your arrival a smooth transition.

Note: Commuter and Off-Campus Residence Students do not need to arrive for the Resident Check-In; please see Commuter and Off Campus Residence Check-In information below.

Resident Check-In

Returning Resident students MUST report to Check-In on Wednesday, September 5.

Upon your arrival on campus, report to the University Center (UCTR) to begin the Check-In process.

Please adhere to the following schedule for reporting to campus for Check-In:

Check-In will relocate from the UCTR main level into the Residence Life Office from 3:00 P.M. - 5:00 P.M.

Please note, residential facility issues upon arrival are to be addressed with your Resident Assistant.

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Post Office

All campus mailbox assignments remain the same until a student is no longer an on-campus resident.  Students experiencing any problem with their on-campus mail service are to visit the Post Office on the lower level of the University Center during business hours. The Post Office will NOT be open Monday, September 3, 2007.

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Bookstore

The University Bookstore, located in University Center, offers a complete selection of text, trade, and reference books. The Supply Department, Computer Department, and Insignia Department (featuring merchandise imprinted with the school logo and our mascot) make the bookstore a one-stop shopping trip.

Save money - used textbooks are available on a first-come, first serve basis. See store for details on return and exchange policies.

Bookstore Hours* (Academic Year):

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Dining Services

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Commuter and Off Campus Residence Check-In

Check-In for returning COMMUTER and OFF CAMPUS residence students is not required.  However, these students are permitted to conduct any necessary business with Enrollment Services obtain a Campus1Card if necessary, or purchase a parking permit during business hours.

Enrollment Management Services (Bursar, Financial Aid and Registrar Offices) Hours:

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Class Schedule

Accessing the Web Advisor tab on CampusCruiser gives you the ability to view and print your class schedule.  Below are the steps to access your class schedule, via CampusCruiser:

• Log-on to CampusCruiser
• Click on the "Web Advisor" tab
• Go tot he left side of the screen under "Registration" and click on "My Class Schedule"
• In the drop down box, click on the term desired (e.g. Fall 2007)
• Click "Submit"

 ALL UNDERGRADUATE CLASSES BEGIN ON THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 6.

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Classes

If your class schedule included PE 101, you should report to the PE station to choose your specific course. This station will be in the University Center on dates, times, and location to be announced. 
 
You must attend only the classes which are on your class schedule. If you find it necessary to change or drop a class, you must fill out a Drop/Add form, which can be obtained from your advisor (who must sign your form). On September 5, after meeting with your advisor, from 10:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M., you can make changes to your course schedule in designated computer labs where there will be staff and current students available to help you. If you wish to withdraw from a course after the Drop/Add period, the course instructor must also sign the Drop/Add form. You must then bring the form to the Enrollment Services Center in Lipka Hall. This is the only way to change or withdraw from a class after September 5. 
 
It is your responsibility to verify that your are officially registered for all the classes you are attending and that you officially drop or withdraw from any class which you do not attend.
 
If you attend a class for which you are not officially registered, you will not receive credit for the class.  If you stop attending a class for which you are officially registered, but do not withdraw from the class, you will receive an “F”.

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Campus1Card

If you lost your Campus1Card pictures will be taken from 9:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. on Monday, September 3, and during scheduled business hours in the Bursar’s Office in Lipka Hall.  Please be advised: -- If you intend to revise your class schedule, or use the Library, Schwartz Athletic Center or the Computer Labs, you will need both your Campus1Card and to be financially cleared.

REMEMBER to bring your Campus1Card with you.
 
We look forward to seeing you in September.

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Contact information

Office of Student Life
Widener University
One University Place
Chester, PA 19013-5792
tel: 610-499-4411
fax: 610-499-1275