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2021-2022
NEW STUDENT
GUIDE
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HEY THERE,
NEW BEAR! TABLE OF CONTENTS
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ou've just entered a new stage of your life, WELCOME TO UCA
and we—the students, faculty, and staff of 10 Tips for First-Year Success 4
UCA—are honored that you have chosen to Need-to-Know Information 5
Exploring Your Major Options 6
begin that stage with us.
Declaring a Major or Minor 6
27-Hour Rule 6
As you begin this next chapter, there may be terms New Bear Central 6
and processes still unfamiliar to you. For example, Academic Calendar 7
what exactly are credit hours and how do they work? The UCA Core 8
How will you choose a major? How will you get Transitional Course Completion Policy 9
registered for classes? And where can you go when
you need a little help? UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES
Programs of Study 10
This handbook will serve as your guide for many of Earning a Degree 12
these questions that may arise as you begin your DegreeWorks 12
first year at UCA. Eight-Semester Degree Completion Programs 13
FIND YOUR BEARINGS ▶ ACADEMIC SUPPORT
Making an Advising Appointment 14
Academic Advising No-Show Policy 14
Student Success 15
Tutoring 15
Center for Writing and Communication 15
Transfer Credit 16
Arkansas Course Transfer System (ACTS) 16
Alternative Types of Credit 17
Course Registration 18
Getting on an Online Waitlist 19
STUDENT RESOURCES
Veteran Services 20
Ordering an Official Transcript 20
If You Need to Regroup 21
Health and Wellness 22
Get Involved 23
Frequently Asked Questions 24
Connect on Campus 26
Campus Map 27
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NEED-TO-KNOW INFORMATION
10 TIPS FOR FIRST-YEAR NEED-TO-KNOW INFORMATION
SUCCESS ACADEMIC INTEGRITY AND
ACADEMIC MISCONDUCT
If something is common knowledge—for example,
that George Washington was the first president of the
United States—then you do not have to cite. However, if
something is not common knowledge, then you must cite.
1 CHECK YOUR UCA EMAIL EVERY DAY. The mission of the University of Central Arkansas
commits all members of the university community to
Your UCA email account is how your professors and various
acquiring, sharing, evaluating, and communicating
departments on campus will contact you. You don’t want to miss
knowledge. Such a commitment includes an expectation
STATEMENT ON ALCOHOL AND DRUGS
an important message from your professor or advisor!
of academic integrity, an organizational and individual UCA is committed to the maintenance of a drug and
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commitment to honesty and responsibility in teaching alcohol-free workplace and the encouragement of a
CARRY YOUR STUDENT ID WITH YOU AT ALL TIMES. and learning. By their affiliation with the University standard of conduct for employees and students that
Want to eat on campus, enter your residence hall, buy textbooks of Central Arkansas, all members of the university discourage the unlawful possession, use or distribution
with excess financial aid, pick up important paperwork, or check in community are committed to shared responsibility for of controlled substances and alcohol on its property
for appointments? You'll need your Bear Card for that. maintaining the highest standards of academic integrity. or as a part of any of its activities. Students violating
Although this policy focuses on academic integrity
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the university policy on alcohol or drugs are subject
GET TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUCTORS. in course-related work, its basis and context is the to sanctions up to and including expulsion from the
Does your professor have office hours? Go visit them! Do they have commitment made by the entire university community. university and referral for prosecution. The UCA Drug
a website? Check it out! Getting to know your professors personally Violation of the expectation of academic integrity Free Schools and Communities Policy can be found at:
can help when you have questions about class, your future plans, is academic misconduct. Examples of misconduct uca.edu/wellness/drug-and-alcohol-abuse-prevention-
and any advice you may need. commonly identified by universities include but are not information
limited to cheating, plagiarism, and fabrication. More
4 GO TO CLASS. YES, EVERY DAY. information including disciplinary procedures can be
Simple advice, but too often ignored! located in the Student Handbook and Daily Planner at:
uca.edu/student/student-handbook
STUDENT RIGHT-TO-KNOW AND
CAMPUS SECURITY ACT
5 BE MOTIVATED AND SELF-DISCIPLINED.
Set academic and personal goals for yourself. Determine your
priorities and make a plan of how to best meet them. But make
WHAT IS PLAGIARISM?
Instructors want to know you understand the material,
The federal government requires that certain
information be provided to incoming current UCA
students, prospective students, parents, and current
sure your plan is realistic so you can stay on track. that you can refer to sources to support your ideas, and and prospective employees of the University. This
that you can distinguish your analysis of the reading from
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information—which falls under the Student Right to
PARTICIPATE IN CAMPUS ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS. what the author said. If you don’t cite your source, you Know and Campus Security Act—can be found in the
Join a student organization, go Greek, attend games, plays, claim that you came up with the ideas on your own—in student handbook online at: uca.edu/student/student-
concerts, recitals, and other on-campus activities. Your time at short, you plagiarize. handbook. Students can receive a paper copy of any
college is for your education, but it’s also for making memories! information, or visit the Dean of Students office located
How can you avoid this? First, keep good notes that start in the Student Health Center. Such information includes:
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with bibliographic information. Use quotation marks
TAKE ADVANTAGE OF CAMPUS RESOURCES. when you transfer direct quotes. When you use three or
Resources like the Student Health Clinic, the Counseling Center, more words in a row verbatim from the source material,
▶ Family Education Rights & Privacy Act (FERPA)
the HPER fitness center, academic workshops, tutoring, and you must put the words in quotes and cite them. If the ▶ Available Financial Assistance & Direct Loan
computer labs are all available at UCA. Use them! words are yours, you don’t need quotes, but if the ideas Deferments for Performed Services
are from your source, you must still cite to tell the reader
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General Institutional Information
BALANCE CLASSWORK, SOCIAL ACTIVITIES, AND REST.
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whose idea it is. When in doubt, cite your source.
The ‘2-to-1 rule' means that for every hour in class, you should
▶ Graduation Rate Information
spend at least two hours each week studying, reading, doing What should you not do? Avoid putting one citation at the ▶ Campus Security Report
homework, or preparing for that class. Schedule your week end of a long paragraph. If you do that, the reader doesn’t
know if the whole paragraph references the source or ▶ Athletic Program Participation Rates & Financial
accordingly and be realistic about how much time you need for
just the last sentence. You also should not paraphrase Support Data
your assignments. Be sure to schedule in enough sleep!
source material by merely changing the author’s words
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to close synonyms or reordering the author’s sentences.
CONSULT REGULARLY WITH YOUR ACADEMIC ADVISOR. What you should do instead is rewrite the material with
Advisors are here to offer guidance, and you need to meet with your own words and cite your source.
them before you can register for classes each semester. They can
also help you set academic goals and plan your class schedule. DOWNLOAD THE 2021-2022
STUDENT HANDBOOK AND DAILY PLANNER ▶
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10 CALL OR TEXT YOUR LOVED ONES AT LEAST ONCE PER MONTH.
Remember that this transition is an adjustment for them, too! uca.edu/student/student-handbook
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ACADEMIC CALENDAR
EXPLORING YOUR MAJOR OPTIONS
We know that it can be difficult to decide on a major, so
UCA offers a variety of resources for exploring different
27-HOUR RULE
All degree-seeking students must declare a major and at
least one minor, subject to exceptions noted for specific
ACADEMIC CALENDAR 2021-2022
The Academic Calendar is subject to change. See the most up-to-date version posted online at uca.edu/registrar/academic-calendar
major options. programs. After completing 27 credit hours, students must
have declared a major prior to future semester course
UCA recommends that all entering freshmen take the registration. A course that is used to meet the requirements FALL 2021 SPRING 2022
MyMajors College Major Assessment, which recommends of a major may not also be used to meet minor requirements.
August 14-18, Sat-Wed Welcome Week Submit your FAFSA for your 2022-2023
your top ten best-fit majors that match your academic Changes made to adjust the student’s program within the January financial aid
achievement, aptitude, unique interests, and preferences. You scope of the major or minor requirements (such as course August 19, Thursday
Instruction begins - day and evening
classes Instruction begins - day and evening
can take the free online assessment at uca.mymajors.com. substitutions) need approval of the department chair. January 13, Thursday classes
Adjustments in the student’s program beyond the scope Change-of-course period ends for Aug.
19-Dec. 10 classes. Final date to register, January 15, Saturday Instruction begins - Saturday classes
Another tool is the Focus 2 Career Planning Assessment, of departmental requirements require the approval of the add classes, or change from credit to
August 25, Wednesday
available through Career Services. The assessment takes Academic Adjustments and Appeals Committee. audit or vice versa. Final date to drop January 17, Monday Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday
Aug. 19-Dec. 10 classes with a 100%
about 30 minutes to complete and is available online at refund. Change-of-course period ends for Jan.
uca.edu/career/careerplanning. Many students, especially incoming freshmen, may 13-May 6 classes. Final date to register,
September 6, Monday Labor Day Holiday add classes, or change from credit to
not have selected their major at the time of summer January 20, Thursday audit or vice versa. Final date to drop
Additionally, program completion plans are located on the registration. In this case, students will be assigned to Final date to drop Aug. 19-Dec. 10 Jan. 13-May 6 classes and receive a
September 9, Thursday classes with a 75% refund. No refund 100% refund.
UCA website at uca.edu/academicmaps. You can check this "Undeclared" advisors. These students will be encouraged after this date.
site for suggested eight-semester degree plans for many of to complete lower division core requirements until they Final date to drop Jan. 13-May 6 classes
October 7, Thursday 24th Annual Majors Fair February 3, Thursday with a 75% refund. No refund after this
the majors offered at UCA. Academic maps are helpful if have chosen a major. date.
you are trying to determine if a major is right for you. October 12, Tuesday Final day to add Oct. 11-Dec. 10 classes.
Final date to drop March 7 - May 6 class-
See a comprehensive list of all majors and minors currently March 8, Tuesday es and receive a 100% refund.
Final date to drop Oct. 11-Dec. 10 class-
We also recommend checking out the webpages for the offered on pages 10-11. October 19, Tuesday es and receive a 75% refund. No refund
Final date to drop March 7 - May 6
colleges and departments offering the majors you’re after this date.
March 11, Friday classes and receive a 75% refund. No
interested in. Whether you’re interested in business, October 21-24, Thur-Sun Fall Break refund after this date.
education, music, or health sciences, these pages will
NEW BEAR CENTRAL
Spring Break (no classes, University
October 27-November 5 Advance Registration for Spring 2022 March 20-27, Sun-Sun
often provide more up-to-date information than you will offices open)
typically find in the eight-semester degree plans. Final date to officially withdraw from Aug.
Advance Registration for Summer and
November 5, Friday
19-Dec. 10 classes or the university with March 30-April 12 Fall 2022
a W grade unless already dropped for
The transition to college can involve a number of
DECLARING YOUR MAJOR OR MINOR academic, social, and financial challenges. To help with
non-attendance. Final date to officially withdraw from
Jan. 13-May 6 classes or the university
November 24, Wednesday
Thanksgiving Break (no classes, April 8, Friday with a W grade unless already dropped
If you have not yet declared a major or minor, or if you wish that transition, New Bear Central is an online extended University offices open)
for non-attendance.
to change your declared major or minor, you will need to orientation and transition program created just for you. Thanksgiving Break (no classes,
Completing the online modules in New Bear Central will November 25-28, Thurs-Sun April 29, Friday Study Day (no classes)
go to uca.edu/registrar/ummcb_form and complete the University closed)
electronic form. Please allow five business days for the help you become familiar with some of the tools you will December 3, Friday Study Day (no classes) April 30, Saturday Final exams - Saturday classes
Registrar's office to process your request. need to be a successful student at UCA.
December 6-10, Mon-Fri Final Exams–day and night classes May 2-May 6, Mon-Fri Final Exams–day and night classes
To access New Bear Central, login to your myUCA December 11, Saturday Undergraduate Winter Commencement May 7, Saturday Undergraduate Spring Commencement
account, then select "Blackboard" and navigate to New May 10, Tuesday Final grade report due
December 13, Monday Final grade report due
Bear Central under "MyCourses."
SUMMER 2022
May 16, Monday Instruction begins for May Intersession (May 16-June 3), 8-Week (May 16-July 8), and 13-Week (May 16-Aug. 12) Summer Session classes
May 30, Monday Memorial Day Holiday (no classes, University closed)
June 3, Friday Final examininations for May Intersession classes
June 6, Monday Instruction begins for 1st Five Week Summer Session (June 6-July 8) and 10-Week Summer Session (June 6-Aug. 12) classes
Final date to officially withdraw from 1st Five Week Summer Session I classes or the university with a W grade unless already dropped for
June 30, Thursday non-attendance
July 4, Monday Independence Day Holiday (no classes, University closed)
July 8, Friday Final examinations for 1st Five Week Summer Session classes
July 11, Monday Instruction begins for 2nd Five Week Summer Session (July 11-Aug. 12) classes
August 4, Thursday Final date to withdraw from 2nd Five Week Summer Session II classes with a W grade unless already dropped for non-attendance
August 12, Friday Final examinations for 13-Week Summer Session classes, 10-Week Summer Session classes, and 2nd Five Week Summer Session classes
August 13, Saturday Undergraduate and Graduate Summer Commencement
August 16, Tuesday Final grade report due
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THE
THE UCA CORE
THE UCA CORE HOW IT WORKS LOWER DIVISION CORE REQUIREMENTS
UCA CORE
The UCA Core requires 38 credit hours at the lower The UCA Core Checksheet (uca.edu/academicbulletins/ 1. Critical Inquiry 2. Effective Communication
division. These 38 hours are distributed in the ld-uca-core) lists courses in the four Core areas— 1.1 Quantitative (1 class) 2.1 Writing Foundation (1 class)
knowledge and skills areas of Critical Inquiry, Effective Critical Inquiry, Effective Communication, Diversity, 1.2 Natural Sciences 2.2 Research and Writing (1 class)
Communication, Responsible Living, and Diversity. and Responsible Living—that will satisfy your UCA Core 1.2.1 Physical Science (1 class) 2.3 Oral Communication (1 class)
1.2.2 Life Science (1 class)
requirements (38 lower division hours, plus additional 3. Diversity
1.3 Inquiry and Analysis
Embedded within the lower division core is a First- upper-division hours that will depend on your major 3.1 Diversity in Creative Works (1 class)
1.3.1 American History and
Year Seminar (FYS). The First-Year Seminar comes and the classes you select). Among the courses you take
EXPLORE | ENRICH | EMPOWER from one of the lower division academic courses. that satisfy UCA Core requirements, one must be a First-
Government (1 class)
1.3.2 Social Science (1 class)
3.2 Diversity in World Cultures (1 class)
The purpose of the First-Year Seminar is to provide Year Seminar (FYS) and should be taken during your first 1.3.3 Fine Arts/Humanities (1 class) 4. Responsible Living (1 class)
a small-class learning environment to facilitate year (preferably your first semester) at UCA, unless you
engagement in academic study at the collegiate level, have over 30 hours of college credit. The class schedule
make a connection to the University, and reinforce (online in myUCA) will let you know which sections of
UPPER DIVISION CORE REQUIREMENTS
the importance of communication skills. First-Year the UCA Core courses are being offered as FYS classes. At the upper-division level, additional courses within
Reflective of the UCA mission, the UCA Seminars are as unique as the professors offering the four core knowledge and skills areas promote the
them, and afford the student a unique introductory In addition to the FYS class, your first year must include development and application of knowledge and skills
Core is designed to help students develop experience to UCA. learned at the lower division. Courses in the Upper
two semesters of writing. You should also complete a
the knowledge and skills necessary for lab science and math course within the first two years. Division (UD) Core (3000 and 4000 level) are designated as
Critical Inquiry (I), Effective Communication (C), Diversity
critical inquiry, effective communication, THE VALUE OF THE UCA CORE Students in the Honors College may satisfy the second
writing requirement with their Honors Core II course. (D), Responsible Living (R), or Capstone (Z). The UD Core
At UCA, we believe that the purpose of an education Credit toward UCA’s lower division core may also be culminates in a Capstone experience that integrates
and responsible living in a diverse and communication and critical inquiry alongside one’s chosen
is the development of the whole student. Learning is awarded through established approval processes if
changing world. about more than vocational or career specific training. you have AP or CLEP credit or took similar courses at field of study. Capstones are opportunities for students to
Although it is crucial that students develop the skills another college or university, including courses taken as engage in an integrative educational experience drawing
necessary for the demands of the modern workplace, concurrent credit. Be sure to consult with your academic from their comprehensive education.
an education is about something greater. advisor to confirm that the appropriate credit has been
awarded. All students must take at least one course designated
An educated person is prepared for the workplace and in each of the UD Core areas. A single course may be
CORE COMPETENCIES ▶ the demands of engaged citizenship. We have designed
the UCA Core to reflect this expectation.
You can take any of the courses listed as satisfying a lower
division core requirement (unless they have prerequisite
designated as meeting up to two areas (except Capstone
courses). For example, a course may meet C and I, or D and
requirements that you have not met). You do not have to R. See the Undergraduate Bulletin at uca.edu/ubulletin
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But education is also about exploration. The UCA Core be a sophomore to take the courses numbered 2000. In for details on specific courses. Also be sure to consult your
CRITICAL INQUIRY provides many educational opportunities, so take fact, for your first semester at UCA, we encourage you to academic advisor for your best program of study.
The ability to analyze new problems and situations chances, adventure into unknown territories, and select some courses you think you might enjoy. Just be
to formulate informed opinions and conclusions. discover yourself through the wealth of resources we aware that you must complete all UCA Core requirements
have available. What is the value of the UCA Core? Ask to graduate.
yourself, instead, “What type of person do I want to be?”
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The UCA Core will help you get there.
COMMUNICATION
The ability to develop and present ideas effectively
to enhance communication and collaboration with
diverse individuals and groups. TRANSITIONAL COURSE COMPLETION POLICY
It is the policy of the University of Central Arkansas and Additionally, this Transitional Course Completion Policy will
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the State of Arkansas that any student who is required to apply to former UCA students who choose to re-enroll at the
RESPONSIBLE LIVING complete transitional course work in writing or mathematics University. This policy complies with the provisions of ACT
must complete all courses required for remediation within 1184 of 2011, ACA, § 6-60-208, and AHECB Policy 5.14.1. The
The ability to address real world problems and find
the first 30 credit hours enrolled at UCA, including the policy is administered at UCA through the Department of
ethical solutions for individuals and for society.
transitional course hours, with a grade of C or higher. Student Transitions.
Unsuccessful attempts are those that result in a grade of D,
F, or W. Failure to complete the required course(s) within the UCA provides support services for students enrolled in the
4 DIVERSITY first 30 hours will result in transitional suspension from UCA. transitional courses including peer tutoring, computer-aided
tutorials and software. Instructors maintain office hours
The ability to analyze familiar cultural To re-enroll at UCA, a student must complete the transitional so students can get individual help beyond the classroom.
assumptions in the context of the world’s diverse course requirements with a grade of C or higher at another Students are encouraged to take advantage of these services.
values, traditions, and belief systems as well accredited institution of higher education, as defined by
as to analyze the major ideas, techniques, and the Undergraduate Bulletin in Admission to the University
processes that inform creative works within Section [7] Transfer of Credit, and provide UCA with a
different cultural and historical contexts. transcript prior to registration for classes.
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ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
PROGRAMS OF STUDY 2021-2022 Data Analytics
Economics
English
Family & Consumer Sciences
GRADUATE CERTIFICATES
Data Analytics
Dyslexia Intervention
Geographic Information Systems
Music
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▶
▶
Conducting
Music Education
Performance
Film ▶ Theory
Gifted & Talented Education
French Nursing
Instructional Technology - Computer Science
Gender Studies Clinical Nurse Leader
ASSOCIATE DEGREES General Studies Music Education
▶
Teaching & Learning
American Studies Health Sciences Instrumental Geographic Information Science ▶ Nurse Educator
General Education
▶ ▶ ▶
Instructional Technology - Media Design
Education Humanities Piano/Vocal Geography Nutrition
Crime Scene Investigation (CJI partnership)*
▶ ▶ ▶
& Development
Global Studies Social Sciences Piano/Instrumental German Reading K-12
Law Enforcement Administration (CJI partnership)*
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Instructional Technology - Online Teaching
Geography Vocal Health Education School Counseling K-12
* Must be a current law enforcement officer
▶
& Learning
Geospatial Technology Music (non-performance) Health Psychology School Leadership, Management
▶
Integrated Early Childhood Education (B-K)
History & Administration
BACHELOR'S DEGREES Health Promotions
Health Sciences
Nuclear Medicine Technology
Nursing Honors Interdisciplinary Studies
Music
Spanish
Accounting Spanish
Health Services Administration Nutrition Science Human Resources Management Special Education K-12
Addiction Studies
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Special Education (K-12)
History Philosophy Innovation & Entrepreneurship Sport Management
Prevention
MASTER'S DEGREES
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Information Systems Physics Insurance & Risk Management Teaching
▶ Treatment International Studies
Innovation & Entrepreneurship Biological Physics Accounting
SPECIALIST DEGREES
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African/African-American Studies Journalism
Insurance & Risk Management ▶Chemical Physics Advanced Studies in Teacher Leadership
Anthropology Latin American & Latino Studies Educational Leadership
▶Personal Financial Planning ▶Mathematical Physics Athletic Training
Applied Data Analytics Legal Studies School Psychology
Interior Design ▶Physical Science Biology
Art Linguistics
International Studies Physics Business Administration
POST-MASTER'S CERTIFICATES
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▶ Art Education Logistics & Supply Chain Management
▶International Politics & Diplomacy Political Science Finance
Art History
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▶
International Political Economy & Development Professional Studies Management District-Level Administration
▶ Fine Art
▶ ▶ Health Care Administration
Regional Studies Psychology Management Information Systems Nursing
Art: Studio Art
▶ ▶ Information Management
Journalism Public Administration Marketing ▶ Clinical Nurse Leader
▶ Ceramics ▶ Photography
▶ International Business
Broadcast Journalism Public Relations Mathematics ▶ Family Nurse Practitioner
▶ Graphic Design ▶ Printmaking
▶
College Student Personnel Administration
Online Journalism Radiography Military Science ▶ Nurse Educator
▶ Painting ▶ Sculpture
▶
Communication Sciences & Disorders
Print Journalism Religious Studies Multicultural Psychology School-Based Leadership -
Biology
▶
Computer Science
Kinesiology & Physical Education Social Studies (History) Music Building Administration
Business Administration Creative Writing
(Physical Education Teacher Education) Sociology Philosophy School-Based Leadership -
Chemistry English
Linguistics Special Education (K-12) Physical Science Curriculum Administration
▶ ACS Certified: Standard, Biochemistry
▶ Language Arts
Computer Science Theatre Physics School-Based Leadership -
Communication
▶ ▶ Literature
General Linguistics Writing Political Science GT Program Administration
Communication Sciences & Disorders
▶ ▶ Medieval & Renaissance Literature
Language Professional Writing Professional Writing School-Based Leadership -
Community Nutrition
▶ ▶
Exercise Science
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages Writing Studies Psychology Education Program Administration
Computer Engineering
▶ ▶
Family & Consumer Sciences
Logistics & Supply Chain Management Public Administration
Film
Computer Information Systems
▶ Applications Development
Management PRE-PROFESSIONAL TRAINING Public Relations
Geographic Information Systems
DOCTORAL DEGREES
Human Resources Management Pre-Cardio Respiratory Care Religious Studies Leadership Studies
▶ Business Analysis
▶
Health Promotion
Marketing Pre-Dental Hygiene Sociology Nursing
▶ Network & System Administration History
Mathematics Pre-Dentistry Southern & Arkansas Studies Occupational Therapy
Computer Science Instructional Technology
Applied Mathematics Pre-Law Spanish Physical Therapy
▶ Data Science
▶ ▶ Computer Science Teaching & Learning
Data Science Pre-Medicine Special Education (nonlicensure) Psychology
Creative Writing
▶ ▶ Media Design & Development
Pure Mathematics Pre-Occupational Therapy Sports Psychology ▶ Counseling Psychology
Criminology
▶ ▶ Online Teaching & Learning
Mathematics Education STEMteach Pre-Optometry Statistics ▶
School Psychology
Cybersecurity
▶
Library Media & Information Technology
(STEMteach also available as an option with Pre-Pharmacy STEM Education (STEMteach)
▶ Cybersecurity Management Mathematics, Applied
Applied & Pure Mathematics) Pre-Physical Therapy (available to mathematics and science majors)
▶ Cyberphysical Security Mathematics Education
Medical Laboratory Science Pre-Physician Assistant Teaching & Learning
▶ Cybersecurity Strategic Policy Mental Health Counseling
Middle-Level Education (4-8) Pre-Veterinary Medicine Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
Data Science Theatre
▶Language Arts + Math
Dietetics
Economics
▶Language Arts + Science MINORS Writing Studies
▶Language Arts + Social Studies Accounting
▶ International Trade Emphasis
▶Math + Science Actuarial Studies
Elementary Education (K-6 licensure)
▶Math + Social Studies Addiction Studies
English
ENDLESS POSSIBILITIES.
▶Science + Social Studies African/African-American Studies
▶ English, Teaching Licensure
Modern Languages Anthropology
Engineering Physics
▶Chinese: Teacher Education, Traditional Art
Environmental Science
Language & Literature, Business Chinese Art History
▶ Biology
French: Teacher Education, Traditional Asian Studies
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▶ Chemistry
Language & Literature, Business French Biology
Planning & Administration
GRADUATE PROGRAMS
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Exercise Science
▶Spanish: Teacher Education, Traditional
Language & Literature, Business Spanish
Business Administration
Chemistry
UNDERGRADUATE ONLINE DEGREES
▶
▶
Clinical Exercise Science
Pre-Athletic Training
Music Chinese (Mandarin) PROGRAMS INCLUDING SIX
DOCTORAL PROGRAMS
& CERTIFICATES
▶Composition Cognitive Neuroscience
Family & Consumer Sciences
▶Performance, Instrumental Communication
Film
▶Performance, Piano Computer Science
Finance
▶Performance, Vocal Creative Writing
General Science
Criminology
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DEGREE INFORMATION
EARNING A DEGREE
M ost students think of college as four or more years
concentrating in one specific area called your "major." In
reality, you spend only about one in every three classes in your
Lower Division Core
The lower division core requires
38 semester credit hours in
Major Requirements
All degree-seeking students must
declare a major by the time they
Minor Requirements
Most majors at UCA also require a
minor. A minor is a secondary area
major department. So what makes up the rest? the knowledge and skill areas have completed 27 credit hours. of specialization requiring fewer
of Critical Inquiry, Effective Your major courses are specific courses than a major (usually
Communication, Responsible to your program of study, so between 18-24 credit hours).
Living, and Diversity. Embedded you should consult your major Like your major, you must have
within the lower division core is department, academic advisor, a 2.0 GPA or higher in your minor
a First Year Seminar (FYS). FYS or the UCA website to determine courses to graduate.
courses provide unique, small- which courses you need to take
class learning environments and in what order. You must have
and reinforce the importance of a 2.0 GPA or higher in your major
communication skills as students courses to graduate.
transition to college life.
Types of Degrees Special Degree
The degree you will receive from Requirements
UCA will be either an Associate or Depending on the type of degree
a Baccalaureate (your Bachelor’s you are seeking, some majors may
degree). UCA offers one Associate have special degree requirements,
and nine Baccalaureate degrees, such as foreign language courses or
all of which have their own specific additional math or science courses.
requirements along with the UCA For more information, see the
Core requirements. To assist you in Undergraduate Bulletin: uca.edu/
keeping up with what classes you ubulletin
need to take, checksheets for each
program are available at: uca.edu/
ubulletin
DEGREEWORKS 8-SEMESTER DEGREE COMPLETION PLANS
DegreeWorks is an online program to help you and your academic
advisor track your academic progress toward degree completion.
DegreeWorks combines University of Central Arkansas degree
ACADEMIC MAPS (AMAPS)
requirements and the coursework you have completed in an easy-to- UCA offers entering freshmen assistance in completing many of our undergraduate degrees
read format that helps you and your advisor see how the courses you in eight semesters. Academic Maps (AMAPs) are checksheets organized by semester and
have completed count toward your degree requirements and see which provide examples of what a typical college semester might look like for a particular major.
requirements are still needed to graduate. These AMAPs can be useful to look at when deciding on a program and planning your
courses for a future semester.
DegreeWorks also allows you to run a 'What if…' analysis that will let you see
how coursework you have already taken aligns with other degree programs at UCA A complete list of undergraduate degree programs that currently offer eight-
without having to officially make changes to your academic record. semester degree completion plans may be found at uca.edu/academicmaps.
For official degree requirements, always be sure to refer to the Undergraduate
Another useful feature of DegreeWorks is a GPA Calculator. You can create hypothetical Bulletin for the academic year you began UCA.
scenarios to see what grades you would need to make in order to receive a certain overall
GPA for your program.
You can see your DegreeWorks profile by logging into your myUCA account and selecting
DegreeWorks - Students. For more information, see your academic advisor or visit the
DegreeWorks website at uca.edu/registrar/degreeworks
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STUDENT SUCCESS
STUDENT SUCCESS
The University of Central Arkansas sees your success
in achieving your academic and personal goals as its
number one priority. To ensure that you reach your goals,
we are continuously striving to improve what we do and
how we work with you.
MAKING AN ADVISING APPOINTMENT The Office of Student Success provides a wide variety of
programs and services designed to help students succeed
during their time at UCA, including academic success
workshops, success coaching, summer programs,
All entering freshmen at UCA are advised by professional Scheduling An Advising Appointment: and tutoring. Visit uca.edu/studentsuccess for more
advisors who advise for a specific college or academic information.
▶ Visit uca.edu/advising and select Make an Appointment.
program. Some college advisors' offices are housed within
their academic departments around campus and some are ▶ After logging in with your myUCA credentials and The Academic Recovery Program assists students in
located in Harrin Hall. Your advisor will be in touch with the GradesFirst window opens, select the blue button raising their academic standing and improving their
you via email to let you know where to go for an advising
appointment. ▶
labeled Get Advising.
Choose the reason for your appointment, the
academic skills. Students not in good academic standing
are contacted each semester about participation. TUTORING
appointment location and advisor's name, the The Tutoring Services Center provides individual
Academic advisors will see students (via Zoom or in-person) Academic Success Workshops are offered each semester
time of your appointment, and then confirm your tutoring services for UCA core courses and
from Welcome Week until the change of course period on topics such as time management, test anxiety, note-
appointment. You can choose to receive an email or upper-level mathematics, ACT Prep programs,
ends. After this period, appointments will be available. taking skills and communication skills. Online workshops
text reminder before your appointment begins. Supplemental Instruction and services designed to
All students are required to meet with their assigned are also available through the Office of Student Success help students succeed.
academic advisor at least once each semester before they webpage.
Get into the habit of checking your UCA email account
are permitted to register for classes during the advance
frequently. This is the official method of communication The Tutoring Services Center is located in Torreyson
registration period. Student Success coordinates the campus Progress
between you and the University, and your advisor will send Library (Suite 223) and is open daily. It also offers
you important reminders to your UCA email account. Reporting process for all first-year students. Each online tutoring for students who may be unable to
UCA uses an online appointment system called GradesFirst semester, faculty are asked to identify any student in physically visit the Tutoring Services Center through
where you may access your advisor’s calendar, send your need of additional assistance or advising after the first
If you need assistance, contact your academic advisor or Skype, Facebook, Blackboard Collaborate, or email.
advisor a message, and schedule an advising appointment. month of classes. Students are then asked to meet with
stop by the front desk in Harrin Hall, Suite 100. Office hours For more information, visit uca.edu/success.
are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. their professor, their academic advisor, or a peer success
coach to develop a plan for improvement.
Success Coaching is available in first-year residence halls, CENTER FOR WRITING
ACADEMIC ADVISING NO-SHOW POLICY the Honors College, and in Old Main 106. Peer success
coaches assist with study strategies, time management,
and other academic skills.
AND COMMUNICATION
A No-Show, or missed appointment, is automatically After two missed appointments, students are not permitted
recorded if a student checks-in more than ten minutes late for to schedule another advising appointment in GradesFirst. The Center for Writing and Communication
Summer Start bridge programs provide incoming first- (CWC) guides students through the composing
an appointment; if a student fails to cancel an appointment in The next opportunity to meet with an advisor regarding year students opportunities to begin their college careers
advance (either via GradesFirst or by emailing their assigned registration for the following semester will be during process for any writing or communication project
early through summer classes and programs. UCA offers or presentation, for any class, at any stage of the
academic advisor); or if a student improperly cancels an designated times, which advisors will schedule after the a variety of five-week college credit programs and one-
appointment or notifies their advisor after the missed advance registration period has ended. During these times, process.
week non-credit programs to help you start early and
appointment time. students will be advised on a first-come, first-seen basis. start right. For more information and to register, visit Located in Thompson Hall 109, the CWC offers face-
uca.edu/studentsuccess/summer-start to-face tutoring and email sessions, as well as online
resources, including tip sheets and style guides. For
Supplemental Instruction (SI) is an academic assistance more information and to schedule an appointment
program that utilizes regularly scheduled, informal online, visit uca.edu/cwc.
review sessions in which students compare notes, discuss
readings, and predict test items. SI sections are currently
offered in BIOL 1440, BIOL 1402, CHEM 1402, ACCT 2310,
and PSYC 1300.
SUMMER PROGRAMS
SUMMER START | ONE-WEEK NON-CREDIT PROGRAM | AUGUST 8-13, 2021
▶
▶ SUMMER ACADEMY | FIVE-WEEK COLLEGE CREDIT PROGRAM | JULY 6 - AUGUST 6, 2021
Register online at uca.edu/studentsuccess/summer-start
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TRANSFER CREDIT ALTERNATIVE TYPES OF CREDIT
ALTERNATIVE TYPES OF CREDIT
There is no limit on the number of credit hours that may Take a copy of your evaluated transcript(s) with you when TYPE OF CREDIT DESCRIPTION OF CREDIT
be transferred into the university; however normally you meet with your advisor. If you do not have a copy, you
only credits with A, B, and C letter grades transfer. The should be able to get one from the Office of Admissions.
Transfer credit refers to coursework completed at a university or college other than
university will, however, accept for transfer a maximum If you do not agree with your transfer course evaluation,
UCA. In order to transfer this credit, you must have an official transcript sent to
of 6 hours of credit with D grades, subject to the following consult the UCA Core Director for Core courses or with
conditions: the appropriate department chair for all other courses.
Transfer Credit the address below. It is your responsibility to get the transcript to UCA and to alert
your advisor of the possible incoming credit. You must disclose this credit before
school begins.
▶ The transfer of credits with D grades is available only If you are transferring foreign language credits and
to first-time entering transfer students at the time of intend to enroll in additional courses in that language,
admission to the university within the first semester you may need to take a language placement examination. Concurrent credit is college credit earned while in high school. A college or
of enrollment. Contact the Office of Languages, Linguistics, Literatures, university was partnered with your high school to offer the credit. To get concurrent
and Cultures for more information. credit transferred to UCA you must have an official transcript from the college/
▶ The student must petition to receive credit for six (6) Concurrent Credit
hours of D grades of the student’s choosing. university awarding the credit. High school transcripts cannot be used to award
Your transfer courses should be recorded as part of your college credit. It is your responsibility to alert your advisor that you have earned
▶ The student will select the appropriate six (6) hours UCA academic record between mid-term and the end concurrent credit. You must disclose this credit before school begins.
of D grades to transfer in to the University after of your first semester. You can check by viewing your
consultation with their assigned academic advisor. academic transcript online through your myUCA account.
AP and IB credit is earned by passing the national exams taken at the end of the
▶ Prerequisite rules shall apply to transfer of credits Please note that course credits transfer but not the grade school year. Students are only allowed to take the exams if they have been in the
with D grades the same as they do to UCA credits. point average. Your UCA grade point average will be AP/IB class for the term. You must achieve a specific score on the exam (defined
determined by the grades you make at UCA. Transfer in the UCA Undergraduate Bulletin) to receive college credit. To get this credit
credit is designated by the level at which it is earned: Advanced Placement (AP) or awarded, you must have an official score report sent to the address below.
lower division (1000-2000) or upper division (3000-4000). International Baccalaureate (IB) You do not earn AP/IB college credit just by taking the class—college credit is
only earned by achieving a specific score on the exam. It is your responsibility
to alert your advisor of any AP/IB scores and to ensure that the proper official
documentation is sent to UCA.
CLEP tests can be taken at UCA or other testing sites. They are placement exams that
can award college credit with achievement of specific scores. The university permits
ARKANSAS COURSE a student to take either the general examinations or specific subject examinations
to earn college credit for a maximum of 30 hours of UCA Core courses. No student
TRANSFER SYSTEM (ACTS) may use test scores in lieu of courses in the major or minor, except in instances
where UCA Core requirements and major or minor requirements overlap.
The Arkansas Department of Higher Education, in conjunction with College Level Examination Program
the public colleges and universities in the state, has developed (CLEP) CLEP credit may be awarded to those students who have met the minimum
the Arkansas Course Transfer System (ACTS). This post-secondary score requirement set by the university, have not already satisfied the UCA
education resource provides comparable course information to Core requirement, and have not begun the course for which credit is sought. All
facilitate students transferring between Arkansas public colleges examinations must be taken before the end of the semester in which a student is
and universities. The ACTS database contains faculty-generated enrolled for the 75th hour. In order to earn college credit from a CLEP test, you
comparable course information for most courses offered at public must have an official score report sent to the UCA address listed below.
institutions in Arkansas. Comparable courses within ACTS are
guaranteed to transfer for full credit to any Arkansas public institution.
ACTS provides information regarding guaranteed transfer of courses
between Arkansas public institutions. ACTS is beneficial for students,
parents, and academic advisors because it provides accurate, up-to-
date comparable course information for educational planning and
informed decision-making. SEND FINAL OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS TO ▶ SEND OFFICIAL AP/IB/CLEP SCORE REPORTS TO ▶
To search the ACTS database, visit the Arkansas Department of Higher UCA UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSIONS OFFICE OF THE REGISTRAR
Education website at adhe.edu and type Arkansas Course Transfer Bernard Hall, Suite 101 Harrin Hall, Suite 224
System in the search bar, or contact your academic advisor for University of Central Arkansas University of Central Arkansas
assistance. 201 Donaghey Avenue 201 Donaghey Avenue
Conway, AR 72035 Conway, AR 72035
Fax: (501) 450-3208
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7 Choose your search parameters and
9 Select CLASS SEARCH to search for additional courses and
COURSE REGISTRATION
select SECTION SEARCH. repeat steps 6 through 8.
COURSE 4 Select a term or date range to search and select
SUBMIT.
REGISTRATION
10 From the Worksheet view, select SUBMIT CHANGES to
register for the selected sections.
1 Log into your myUCA account and
select the SELF-SERVICE tab.
5 Read the Registration Terms and Conditions and
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select ACCEPT to continue.
To view your schedule in a printable format, select
RETURN TO MENU. Then select VIEW/PRINT SCHEDULE.
2 Choose STUDENT then select REGISTRATION.
REGISTRATION TERMS AND CONDITIONS
I agree to pay all costs (including, but not limited to, tuition, fees, room and board) associated with attending the
University of Central Arkansas (“University”).
By enrolling in classes, I understand that if I do not pay my account in full prior to the first day of classes, that the
University is extending credit to me for an educational purpose. I also understand that the University may impose late
8
View all the sections matching your search
criteria. To add a section to your schedule, click
the checkbox and select ADD TO WORKSHEET.
charges if I do not make a scheduled payment when due.
I further understand that refunds or cancellations for tuition, fees and other charges are made in accordance with the
refund schedule listed in Board Policy #612.
I promise and agree to pay all reasonable collection costs (which may include attorney fees, court costs, and other
fees) if I have failed to pay all costs and the University uses a collection agency.
I have read and I understand all of the terms and conditions set forth in this agreement.
By clicking the “accept” button below, I agree to be bound by all terms and conditions contained in this agreement.
6 Select ADVANCED SEARCH.
3 To find the Course Registration Number (CRN),
select LOOK UP CLASSES.
GETTING ON AN ONLINE WAITLIST
When a class is full, many departments use an automated TO ADD YOURSELF TO A WAITLIST:
waitlist feature that allows students to put themselves on a first- ▶ Go to Add/Drop Classes in your myUCA account: Self-
come, first-served priority waitlist for that section. Please note Service > Student > Registration > Registration - Add/Drop
that it will be your responsibility to monitor your UCA email Classes. Select the appropriate term and select Submit.
account for the notice of an available seat. It will also be your ▶ Type in the Course Registration Number (CRN) you wish to
responsibility to add yourself to the available section before
be waitlisted for and select Submit Changes.
a set deadline. If you fail to claim the seat within 48 hours of
being notified, the seat will go to the next person on the list or ▶ A message will pop up. In the message’s drop-down box,
the general public if there is no one else on the list. change None to Waitlisted and then select Submit Changes.
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IF YOU NEED TO REGROUP
GRADE FORGIVENESS ACADEMIC SUSPENSION
A student may repeat, at UCA, a maximum of four courses A student on academic suspension from UCA may apply
in which a D or F grade is earned. Both grades will remain for readmission under the Schedule of Readmission
on the permanent record, but only the second grade will following academic suspension. A student suspended
be used to calculate the grade point average. This option from UCA who earns academic credit from another
VETERAN SERVICES
may be used only once for each specific course. A student appropriately accredited college or university during the
must accept, for the purposes of grade forgiveness, the period of suspension may, if the course is transferable,
first four courses repeated. No course may be repeated for receive credit for the course at UCA when readmitted.
the purpose of Grade Forgiveness after a course for which
UCA is proud to assist veterans from all branches of Students receiving military benefits will be required it is a prerequisite has been passed. A course is transferable if it is identified as transferable
services as they work toward achieving their educational to submit a Program Completion Plan to the Veteran to UCA in the Arkansas Course Transfer System (ACTS)
and meets a requirement for a degree at UCA. Courses
goals. The Veteran Services office and the Student Services Coordinator that outlines the courses you intend ACADEMIC STANDING not part of ACTS may be evaluated by the appropriate
Veterans Resource Center are two campus resources to take each semester in order to complete your degree.
aimed at making veterans and dependent students' time Students who have an overall GPA of 2.0 or higher are academic department chairperson for transferability.
at UCA as efficient and supportive as possible. considered to be in good standing at UCA.
STUDENT VETERANS RESOURCE A first suspension will be for two consecutive terms
RECEIVING MILITARY BENEFITS CENTER ACADEMIC ALERT (including summer).
Active duty, National Guard, retired military, veterans, Today's veterans face numerous obstacles as they work
toward a college degree. These challenges may include
Students will be on academic alert whenever their term
GPA falls below a 2.0 and their cumulative GPA is a 2.0
UCAN PROGRAM
disabled veterans or their dependents may be eligible for
funding through the Montgomery GI Bill (MGIB). missing camaraderie of a military unit, feeling like an or greater. Academic Alert is considered a good standing A student on first academic suspension, if eligible and
outsider when among traditional students, or difficulties status. Students on Academic Alert must meet with a Peer accepted, may continue at the University through the
Visit uca.edu/veteranservices, email veteranservices@ communicating with university faculty. When coupled Success Coach at least once. UCAN (Unlocking College Academics Now) Program
uca.edu or call (501) 852-2999 if you have questions about with the visible or invisible wounds of war, these obstacles with the status “continued on academic probation.” A
can seem insurmountable for men and women returning student who successfully completed the UCAN program
services offered.
from military service.
ACADEMIC PROBATION may enroll for the subsequent term but will remain on
Students whose term and cumulative GPAs both fall probation if their cumulative GPA is less than 2.0. A
VETERAN SERVICES OFFICE The Student Veterans Resource Center (SVRC), working below a 2.0 in the same semester will be placed on student who does not successfully complete the UCAN
together with the Student Veterans of America (SVA), academic probation. A probation, which prevents future program in any term (including summer) will be on first
The first priority of the Veteran Service office is to ensure
aims to empower veterans as they conquer these registration, will be placed on the student’s account. academic suspension for the subsequent two consecutive
that military benefits are used correctly. It is suggested
challenges and achieve their goal of a college degree. The probation hold will be lifted when the student has terms.
that you read information about the GI Bill Chapter in
which you are receiving benefits. attended a probation workshop and has met with an
Student Veterans of America (SVA) is a Registered Student advisor for an intensive advising session. A student will A second suspension will be for one calendar year. A
Organization (RSO) on campus that allows veterans and be removed from academic probation whenever his or third suspension will be academic dismissal. Students
Undergraduate students must be enrolled in a minimum
dependents to meet on a regular basis for support. For her cumulative GPA equals or exceeds 2.0. academically dismissed from UCA cannot be readmitted
of 12 hours each semester to be considered full-time, while
more information, email ucastudentvets@gmail.com unless they are granted academic clemency under the
graduate students must be in a minimum of nine hours.
or call (501) 852-1022. A student on academic probation who does not achieve provisions listed in the Undergraduate Bulletin.
a 2.0 semester GPA the semester following academic
probation (except the summer term) and does not
meet the minimum cumulative GPA listed below will
WITHDRAWALS
be academically suspended. The calculations of hours You may withdraw without penalty from a class which
attempted will include grades A, B, C, D, and F. meets for a full semester with a grade of “W” up to a
ORDERING AN OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT
certain day within the semester. Check the academic
GPA Hours Minimum Cumulative GPA calendar on page 7 for important deadlines. To withdraw
from a class, see your academic advisor.
1 - 30 credit hours 1.70
Did you know that you can order official transcripts from the FOR CURRENT UCA STUDENTS: To withdraw from the university, you should meet with
convenience of your home or office without having to go to the 31 - 59 credit hours 1.85
an advisor to complete an official withdrawal form and
Registrar’s office to request them? They can even be delivered as a ▶ Go to Self-Service in myUCA, select Student, and then select 60 or more credit hours 2.00
Student Records. collect signatures from various campus offices. Do not
PDF, mailed anywhere worldwide, or if still required, you may pick assume that you are officially withdrawn because you
them up at the Registrar’s office. The cost is $5.00 per transcript and ▶ Select Order Official Transcript.
have stopped attending classes or have informed your
you must pay with a debit card or credit card online. All transcripts are ▶ The window to the third-party website should automatically instructors that you are withdrawing. You must complete
processed through our third party. We do not accept requests by fax, open. If not, click the link to open the window.
the official withdrawal process, or you may jeopardize
email, or in person at the Registrar's office. There are tablets available ▶ On the new window, click Begin Order and then follow the tabs your standing at the university.
in the Registrar’s office lobby if needed to order for pickup. to complete your order.
20 21GET INVOLVED
HEALTH AND
WELLNESS GET INVOLVED
UCA is committed to the health and well-being of all our GENDER NEUTRAL RESTROOMS CUBCONNECT INTRAMURAL SPORTS
students, and we offer a wide range of health programs
Gender neutral restrooms can be found across campus. CubConnect is a centralized hub for student UCA's Intramural sports program offers individual,
and services on campus to meet your needs.
For a list of locations, visit engagement. CubConnect integrates UCA's Registered dual, and team sports for males and females of all skill
uca.edu/diversity/gender-neutral-restrooms. Student Organizations (RSOs), campus events, and levels. It provides a great opportunity to compete with
AUTISM ADVOCACY PROGRAM activities, campus news, volunteer hours, co-curricular your friends and meet other students, faculty, and staff.
The UCA Autism Advocacy program offers low-sensory LACTATION SUITES experiences, and student involvement into one online
platform. You can use CubConnect to find an RSO that fits
Activities include flag football, basketball, slow-pitch
softball, ultimate frisbee, whiffle ball, and dodgeball.
registration days, a first-year seminar for students with
neurodiversity, a low-sensory student lounge in Old Main UCA provides nursing mothers with several convenient, your interests, vote in a campus-wide student election, Most teams play once a week, usually in the late
Hall, and a registered student organization, Autism and private, sanitary, and comfortable rooms on campus to and find volunteer/service projects that complement afternoon and evening hours. For more information,
Neurodiversity Alliance (ANA), which is a social and express, collect, and /or store breast milk. For locations, your co-curricular experience. Login using your UCA visit uca.edu/campusrecreation/intramurals.
advocacy group for students and allies that meets twice visit uca.edu/diversity/lactation-suites. email account at uca.edu/cubconnect.
a month. For more information call (501) 450-3220. STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION
LOW-SENSORY LOUNGE DIVERSITY AND COMMUNITY The Student Government Association (SGA) is the
CAMPUS RECREATION The Low-Sensory Lounge in Old Main 28 is a dedicated The Office of Diversity and Community provides primary representative voice for UCA students. SGA
The Department of Campus Recreation offers Aquatics, space specially designed with a sensory-reduced services to enhance the academic and personal success formulates policies and allocates student activity fees to
Fitness, Intramural and Club Sports, and Group Exercise atomosphere. The lounge serves as a safe space between of students from underrepresented populations. These student organizations and university departments. SGA
classes as well as a new Challenge Course near the classes and at any other time a break is needed for services include the Minority Mentorship Program, the also works closely with administration on issues that
Recreational Field. Campus Outdoor Pursuits and students who benefit from a reduced-noise and low- Black Male Achievement Challenge (B-MAC), the Latino/ direclty affect UCA students. For more information, visit
Activities (COPA), a division of Campus Recreation, offers activity environment. Hispanic Outreach, and PRISM Alliance. For more uca.edu/sga.
trips, activities, clinics and seminars related to outdoor information, visit uca.edu/diversitycommunity.
activies and provides free check-out of tents, backpacks, STUDENT HEALTH CLINIC STUDENT LIFE
kayaks, mountain bikes, and canoes in the HPER Center.
The Student Health Clinic is staffed with a physician
GREEK LIFE Student Life provides opportunities for learning,
and four nurse practitioners to help diagnose, treat, Since 1915, Greek Organizations at UCA have been an leadership, community building, creative expression,
COUNSELING CENTER and monitor your health needs. It offers general health integral part of campus life. Currently 11 fraternities volunteerism, mentoring, and much more.
and wellness check-ups, examininations, physicals, and 10 sororities comprise UCA's outstanding
The Counseling Center provides free confidential
and screenings; immunizations; minor outpatient Greek community. There are numerious leadership UCA offers 200+ student organizations, clubs, and
mental health counseling, group counseling, and Crisis/
procedures; lab testings; x-rays; and STD screenings and opportunities, community service and social activities recreational activities to help students engage in
Emergency assistance for all currently enrolled UCA
treatments. For more information and to schedule an for members of the Greek community at UCA. To find campus life, and become active members of the UCA
students. Students can make an appointment online or
appointment, visit uca.edu/studenthealth. out more, visit uca.edu/gogreek. community. Student organizations, including the
by calling (501) 450-3138.
Student Activities Board (SAB), host regular activities
DISABILITY RESOURCE CENTER WOMEN'S HEALTH CLINIC HOUSING throughout the year such as guest lectures, dances,
comedy acts, movie nights, and concerts. For more
The Women's Health Clinic provides comprehensive and Living on campus can be one of the most rewarding information, visit uca.edu/studentlife.
Located on the second floor of the Student Health Center,
confidential women's healthcare, with services including experiences during your time at UCA. Besides having
the Disability Resource Center (DRC) works to ensure
that all students with disabilities receive full access to examinations and physicals; family planning and birth convenient access to campus facilities, you also have
a residence life staff that is here to help you. If you
STUDY ABROAD
university classrooms, programs, and events. Students control options; pregnancy testing and pre-natal care;
STD screenings and treatments; psychological care have questions about your room, getting involved on Studying abroad is one of the most challenging and
with a documented disability must register with the DRC
and counseling, and referrals. Students can make an campus, or just about anything else, ask your Resident rewarding adventures you can experience during your
to make use of their services. For more information and
appointment online or by calling (501) 450-3136. Assistant (RA) or your Residence Coordinator (RC)! First- college career! UCA offers a wide variety of study abroad
to register, visit uca.edu/disability.
year residence halls also have Peer Success Coaches experiences all around the world ranging from a just few
available to help you with improving your study skills, days to an entire semester. To see all upcoming faculty-
time management, and other academic skills. For more led trips, language immersion programs, and semester
information, visit uca.edu/housing. exchange programs, visit uca.edu/studyabroad.
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