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New Student Arrival Guide - Fall 2009 Welcome to Ohio University -- we are looking forward to your arrival to campus in September! The beginning of a new academic year is an exciting time for the entire campus community. We appreciate the many contributions that you will make to our university through your academic and co-curricular pursuits. We have designed this website to help you successfully navigate your transition to Athens and Ohio University. Answers to the most commonly asked questions can be found on these pages. Should you have questions that are not answered here, please feel free to contact our office at 740-593-1800. Safe travels, and GO BOBCATS! Ryan Lombardi
Dean of Students
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By Plane: If you are flying into the Columbus Airport, you will need to make arrangements for transportation to Athens:
- Lakefront Trailways(1-800-331-5009) or www.lakefrontlines.com. Lakefront Lines departs Columbus for Athens from the Greyhound Bus Station (111 East Town Street) every day at 11:55 a.m. You will need to take a taxi from the airport to the bus station, a 10-15 minute ride. It is suggested you call or check Lakefront's website as schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Athens Airport Shuttle To make reservations call 740-592-0490 (or toll-free 877-322-7364) Monday-Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday & Sunday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. After hours, call 740-594-7433. Transportation is provided 24 hours a day to and from Columbus International Airport. Van can comfortably transport four adults with luggage or six with minimal luggage. Columbus to Athens fare is $139 for initial passenger and $20 for each additional passenger. Payment may be made by cash or credit card. Call for additional information regarding transportation from airports in Cincinnati, Lancaster and Parkersburg.
- Athens Airport Express Quick, prompt transportation service to and from Port Columbus International Airport. Hours of operation are 6 am to 10 pm seven days a week. Port Columbus to Athens $125 one person; $18 per additional person plus tax. Athens to Port Columbus $115 one person; $18 per additional person plus tax. Call 740-590-4686 24-hours in advance, if possible.
- Express Air Coach "Your direct airport connection." Book your online reservation today by visiting www.expressaircoach.com. Reservations must be made 48 hours in advance to secure a scheduled travel time. To reserve by phone or book a private ride please call 765-420-1750. Visa and Master Card accepted and charged when reservations are made.
- Ohio University Airport Shuttle Ohio University Transportation Services offers charter bus transportation from Port Columbus Airport to the Athens campus. Cost is $25.00 per student. This fee will be charged to your student account upon making your on-line reservation. All reservations are final and there will be no refunds. Seating is limited and reservations will be made on a first-come basis. Please visit their website for more information on dates and times of operation and for on-line airport shuttle reservation request forms.
More about transportation services: www.ohio.edu/outlook/transport.cfm
Driving: There will be detailed signage along the road once you get close to campus.
The Ohio Department of Transportation has a Web site that allows you to check the condition of highways throughout the state. Visit www.buckeyetraffic.org to check out road conditions. |
Before you arrive...
- Review the booklet Connect Ohio, sent to you from Residential Housing, about what to bring and what not to bring (page 16 of booklet).
- Consult with your new roommate to avoid duplication, particularly of large/heavy items.
- Order a loft and/or a carpet from the Residents' Action Council (see mailer that was sent to your home) or visit www.ohio.edu/housing.
- Successfully complete "AlcoholEDU for College," the online alcohol education course.
- Review the online Student Handbook and, particularly, read "Student Code of Conduct" and "Academic Misconduct" at the Judiciaries website.
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Residence hall move in... First-year students will be able to move into residence halls beginning at 9 a.m. on Thursday, September 3rd. In order to manage the high volume of traffic on these days, the following move in schedule is recommended:
Those with last names beginning with: - A through F should arrive Thursday between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m.
- G through K should arrive Thursday between 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.
- L through R should arrive Friday between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m.
- S through Z should arrive Friday between 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.
Residence halls will officially open for all upperclass students on Saturday, September 5 at 9:00 a.m. Residential Housing will coordinate move-in helpers for those individuals who have disabilities or require special assistance. Assistance requests must be made prior to arrival by calling 740-593-4090 OR by emailing housing@ohio.edu.
First-year students should plan to arrive in Athens no later than 7:00 p.m. on Friday, September 4. All first-year students living on campus will then attend a Residence Hall Welcome at 7:00 p.m. in their hall. For general questions or directions on campus, OHIO staff (in bright t-shirts) will be located on each of the greens. There will also be complimentary bottled water.  Each car arriving will be allowed to park adjacent to the residence hall for thirty minutes to unload. Move car away from the 30-minute parking area as directed by campus police. Officers will direct you to long-term parking. There will be move-in helpers at most residence halls to assist.
The check-in procedure for the residence halls is as follows: - Park your car as directed by campus police
- Get the room key from staff office (in the main lobby of the residence hall). If you will be living on New South Green, click here to see where you will check in. If you will be living in Bromley Hall, click here to see when you will check in.
- Complete and sign the room condition report form
- Move belongings into room
- Move car away from the 30 minute parking area as directed by campus police.
- Return to room to unpack, arrange, decorate, etc.
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What to do after you move-in...  All new first-year students are expected to participate in the orientation activities that are part of Welcome Week Orientation. If you attended Bobcat Student Orientation in the summer, you received a reminder card that lists move-in activities. A more detailed poster listing the calendar of events will be available in your residence hall when you arrive. The events highlighted in color are those that are required. The first orientation activity for resident students is the "Residence Hall Welcome" at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Your RA will inform you of the location.
If you are living on campus, your RA will give you information on where to meet in order to go as a group to the "Welcome Week Orientation Events." If you will be living off campus, you should participate in all activities of Welcome Week Orientation Events except "Residence Hall Welcome" on Friday, September 4. If you will be attending Bobcat Student Orientation on Friday, September 4, you should check in between 8:00 a.m. and 9:45 a.m. in Baker University Center, 2nd Floor Theater Lounge. |
Opening 2009 Weekend Meal Plans All meal plans will begin with lunch on Thursday, September 3. Nelson and Boyd Dining Halls will be open all weekend and Jefferson Dining Hall will open beginning Sunday, September 6. Parents are welcome to have a meal with their student. The dining hall price for lunch or dinner is $7.50 and breakfast is $6.85. Parents and students also have the option to dine at West 82 Food Court in Baker University Center by using their flex meal plan points, MasterCard/Visa/American Express, Bobcat Cash or cash. Nelson Dining Hall (All meal plans, cash/Bobcat Cash, MasterCard/Visa/American Express) Thursday, September 3, 2009 Friday, September 4, 2009 Saturday, September 5, 2009 Sunday, September 6, 2009 Monday, September 7, 2009 Nelson Market (Flex meal plans, cash/Bobcat Cash/Visa/Mastercard/AmEx)
Thursday, September 3–Saturday, September 5 - 11:00 am-8:00 pm Sunday, September 6 - noon-8:00 pm Monday, September 7 - 10:00 am–midnight Boyd Dining Hall (All meal plans, cash/Bobcat Cash/Visa/Mastercard/AmEx) Thursday, September 3, 2009 -
Lunch - 11:00 am-1:30 pm -
Dinner - 4:30 pm-7:00 pm Friday, September 4, 2009 Saturday, September 5, 2009 Sunday, September 6, 2009 Monday, September 7, 2009 Boyd Market (Flex meal plans, cash/Bobcat Cash/Visa/Mastercard/AmEx)
Thursday, September 3 – Saturday, September 5 11:00 am-8:00 pm Sunday, September 6 - noon-8:00 pm Monday, September 7 - 10:00 am–midnight Jefferson Dining Hall (All meal plans, cash/Bobcat Cash, MasterCard/Visa/AmEx) Sunday, September 6, 2009 Monday, September 7 Jefferson Market (Flex meal plans, cash/Bobcat cash/Visa/MasterCard/AmEx) Monday, September 7 - 10:00 am-midnight Shively Dining Hall - Closed for Renovation Front Room - Baker University Center (Flex meal plans, cash/Bobcat Cash/Visa/Mastercard/AmEx) Thursday, September 3 - 7:30 am–5:00 pm Friday, September 4 - 7:30 am–11:30 pm Saturday, September 5 - 8:00 am–11:30 pm Sunday, September 6 - 11:00 am–10:00 pm Monday, September 7 - 9:00 am–11:00 pm West 82 (Food Court) - Baker University Center (Flex meal plans, cash/Bobcat Cash/Visa/Mastercard/AmEx) Thursday, September 3 - 7:30 am-4:00 pm Friday, September 4 - 7:30 am-7:00 pm Saturday, September 5 - 11:00 am-7:00 pm Sunday, September 6 - CLOSED Monday, September 7 - 11:00 am-7:00 pm Latitude 39 - Baker University Center (Casual, fine dining)
(Flex meal plans, cash/Bobcat Cash/Visa/MasterCard/AmEx) Thursday, September 3 - Monday, September 7 - CLOSED
Tuesday, September 8 - 11:00 am-2:00 pm and 5:00 pm-9:00 pm Bobcat Essentials - Baker University Center (Cash/Bobcat Cash/Visa/Mastercard/AmEx) Friday & Saturday, September 4-5 - 10:00 am-5:00 pm Sunday, September 6 - CLOSED
Monday, September 7 - CLOSED Menu Information Go to our website www.ohio.edu/food and click on menus. First day of classes. All dining halls open regular hours. |
University Offices...
 The following Ohio University offices will be open for your convenience over the opening weekend (September 5 and 6).
Information Technology www.ohio.edu/technology
Technology Depot, Baker University Center 112
http://www.ohio.edu/technology/depot
740-597-DEPO (3376)
techdepot@ohio.edu
The Technology Depot offers the following services:
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ID Cards: ID cards will be available for new students who did not receive theirs during Bobcat Student Orientation and for returning off-campus students who have lost or damaged their old ID. To receive an ID card, you must provide a picture ID (old OHIO ID card, driver's license, state ID, passport, etc.). If you have lost an ID card after Technology Depot's hours of operation and you need access to your building, please contact OUPD at 740-593-1911.
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CatMail: The university currently is in the process of converting all undergraduate student e-mail accounts from Oak to CatMail. New students already should have a CatMail account. Returning students will receive a notice in their Oak inboxes when it is time to switch to the new service. Visit www.ohio.edu/catmail/ to learn more. If you have problems or need additional assistance, please call the Service Desk at 740-593-1222.
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Computer, Peripheral & Accessory Sales: The Technology Depot carries inventory for Apple and Dell computers, plus many common accessories. HP and Lenovo computers are available by special order.
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Software Sales: The university offers educational discounts on a wide variety of software titles (including Microsoft Office and several Adobe titles), plus free virus recovery CDs. Visit www.ohio.edu/software/ for the entire list.
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Computer Support & Repairs: Call 740-593-1222 for phone-in technical support. Walk-in support and computer repair drop-off (including warranty repairs) is available at the Technology Depot (see below for hours).
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Computer Lab & Kiosks: A 13-station computer lab for university students is available at the Technology Depot. Lab usage is free-of-charge, with the exception of printing. Quick-access computer kiosks are available in Baker University Center on the first floor near the pool tables and in the second floor conference area hallway.
The Technology Depot will be open the following hours during move-in:
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Saturday, September 5 and Sunday, September 6: 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
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Monday, September 7 : CLOSED
Regular Fall Quarter hours will begin on Tuesday, September 8:
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8:00 am to 8:00 pm on weekdays
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11:00 am to 7:00 pm on weekends
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Phone-in password & Internet access resets for students:
Questions regarding your housing assignment?
Housing Office, 060 Chubb Hall; 593-4090 www.ohio.edu/housing/
Open 8 am to 5 pm Thursday & Friday; 10 am to 4 pm Saturday and Sunday
Questions regarding your bill?
Bursar's Office, 010 Chubb Hall; 593-4130 www.finance.ohiou.edu/bursar/
Open 10 am to 4 pm Saturday and Sunday
Questions regarding admission to Ohio University?
Office of Admissions, 120 Chubb Hall; 593-4100 www.ohio.edu/admissions/
Open 10 am to 4 pm Saturday and Sunday
Questions regarding financial aid, scholarships, student loans?
Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships, 020 Chubb Hall; 593-4141 www.ohio.edu/financialaid
Open 10 am to 4 pm Saturday and Sunday
Questions regarding your schedule, registration or change of address?
Registrar Services, Chubb Hall; 593-4191 www.ohiou.edu/registrar/
Open 10 am to 4 pm Saturday and Sunday
Web Registration:
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Friday, September 4 from 7 am to 7 pm
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Saturday, September 5 from 7 am to 10 pm
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Sunday, September 6 from 7 am to 10 pm
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What about books... Books can be purchased or reserved through Ohio University's online bookstore partner, Specialty Books. The Web address is: www.specialtybookstore.com Or, you can visit any of the three bookstores in Athens that carry textbooks. They will be open as follows during opening weekend: - Specialty Books, 5 N. Court Street, 594-4002
Thursday, September 3, 8:30 am to 5:30 pm
Friday, September 4, 8:30 am to 6:30 pm
Saturday, September 5, 9:30 am to 6:30 pm
Sunday, September 6, 9:00 am to 8:00 pm
Monday, September 7, 8:00 am to 8:00 pm
Tuesday, September 8, 8:00 am to 8:00 pm
Wednesday, Septmber 9, 8:00 am to 7:00 pm
Thursday, September 10, 8:30 am to 6:30 pm
- College Bookstore, 50 S. Court Street, 594-3505
Thursday, September 3, 8:30 am to 7:00 pm
Friday, September 4, 8:30 am to 7:00 pm
Saturday, September 5, 9:00 am to 7:00 pm
Sunday, September 6, 9:00 am to 7:00 pm
Monday, September 7, 9:00 am to 7:00 pm
Tuesday, September 8, 8:00 am to 8:00 pm
Wednesday, September 9, 8:00 am to 8:00 pm
Thursday, September 10, 8:30 am to 7:00 pm
Friday, September11, 8:30 am to 6:00 pm
- Folletts Bookstore, 63 S. Court Street, 593-5547
Thursday, September 3, 8:30 am to 5:30 pm
Friday, September 4, 8:30 am to 5:30 pm
Saturday, September 5, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Sunday, September 6, 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Monday, September 7, 8:30 am to 8:00 pm
Tuesday, September 8, 8:30 am to 8:00 pm
Wednesday, September 9, 8:30 am to 12:00 midnight - A band will play a free show in the store 9:00 -11:30 pm Wednesday night
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Payment and Cancellation... If you choose not to come to Ohio University, you must cancel your registration before the first day of classes to receive a 100% refund of fees. You may do this by using Web Registration available opening weekend Friday, September 4, from 7 am to 7 pm, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday (September 5, 6, 7), from 7 am to 10 pm or by contacting the Office of the University Registrar, Chubb Hall, 740-593-4191 (open Saturday, September 6 and Sunday, September 7 from 10 am to 4 pm). Withdrawal from the University is defined as dropping all classes on or after the first day of classes. Please contact your college office to initiate your withdrawal. College offices will not be open over the opening weekend. College of Arts and Sciences
Caryn Asleson
(740) 593-2845, or e-mail asleson@ohio.edu College of Business
Michael Bila
(740) 593-1344, or e-mail at bila@ohio.edu College of Communication
Eddith Dashiell
(740) 593-4883, or e-mail at dashiell@ohio.edu College of Education
Maureen Coon
(740) 593-1302, or e-mail at coonm@ohio.edu Russ College of Engineering and Technology
Ken Sampson
(740) 593-1503, or e-mail at sampson@ohio.edu College of Fine Arts
Norma Humphreys
(740) 593-1812, or e-mail at humphren@ohio.edu College of Health and Human Services
Becky Zuspan
(740) 593-9334, or e-mail at zuspan@ohio.edu Honors Tutorial College
Jan Hodson
(740) 593-2723, or e-mail at hodsonj@ohio.edu University College
Laura Chapman
(740) 593-1945, or e-mail at chapmanl@ohio.edu |
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