Student Life

The University of New Orleans (UNO) recognizes the important educational role that involvement in student life provides for students. There is a commitment to focus on the development of the whole student by extending the classroom experience through extracurricular activities. By becoming involved on campus, you have an opportunity to develop your intellectual, social, leadership, communication and recreational skills, and these skills can assist you both personally and professionally. The Division of Student Affairs is committed to sponsoring and promoting activities which complement your educational experience, and the following information is only a sampling of the offerings available. We encourage you to explore all of the aspects of student life at the University of New Orleans.

Student Government

All regularly enrolled students are members of Student Government (SG), which provides an opportunity for each student to participate in the general community affairs of the University. SG members assume the responsibilities of self-government consistent with the responsibilities and policies of the University administration. In addition, SG maintains a variety of services such as forums for students to express ideas and concerns with administration and free fax services for students. SG also funds other activities and services on campus such as student organization programs, and limited academic travel funds for undergraduate and graduate students. (www.sg.uno.edu)

Student Activities Council

Student Activities Council (SAC) is the university’s official student programming board on campus. The purpose of SAC is to provide educational, cultural, social, and entertaining activities for the UNO community. They are responsible for the planning and implementation of major activities on campus such as the Welcome Back Luau, Fall Concert, the Drive-in Movie, Homecoming Festivities, the end of the year crawfish boil, and much more. With student input, SAC comes up with new, fresh events every year. (www.sac.uno.edu)

Student Organizations

Student organizations are a vital part of undergraduate and graduate experience at the University of New Orleans. With approximately 130 recognized student organization at UNO, students have been able to take advantage of the many opportunities outside the classroom. As a member of a UNO organization, students have developed leadership and interpersonal skills, built friendships, served the community, the campus, and people around them. Types of groups include professional, honors, political, religious, service, social, Greek, special interest, and departmental. (www.sil.uno.edu)

Greek Life

The Office of Student Involvement and Leadership provides advisory support and guidance to the university’s fifteen fraternities and sororities. The department offers various programs and services, including active oversight of chapter events, planning and implementation of leadership retreats and workshops, monitoring of academic performance of fraternity and sorority members, and recognition of the positive achievements of the organizations. In partnership with faculty, staff, alumni, and inter/national fraternal organizations, the Office of Student Involvement and Leadership challenges and educates students in the areas of leadership, cultural awareness, personal and group development, scholarship, and civic responsibility. More information about Greek Life is available at www.greeklife.uno.edu.

Student Media

Driftwood is a weekly student newspaper containing general news, feature and sports stories, editorials and other columns. All positions are open to students.

The annually published literary magazine, Ellipsis, includes stories, poems, photographs and drawings by members of the UNO community and publishes award-winning work by UNO students.

Recreation and Intramural Sports

Recreation & Fitness Center (RFC) has approximately 87,000 square feet of space
dedicated to a variety of fitness and recreational activities, making it the largest recreation and
fitness facility on the Lakefront. This full-service, state of the art center offers the latest
equipment and technology in a convenient on-campus location adjacent to the University Center. Amenities including: free weights, plate-loaded machines, treadmills, stationary bicycles, rowing machines, elliptical cross-trainer, Dr. Richard J. Stillman 1/10 mile indoor jogging/walking track, group exercise classes, indoor cycling, dry saunas, racquetball courts, basketball courts, snack bar, and a natatorium (25 yard/ 4 lane lap pool). Personal Training and Fitness Assessments are also available. To schedule these services or for more information contact the Assistant Director – Fitness Kassie Thibodeaux at 504-280-6009 or kthibode@uno.edu

UNO Students are admitted with a current valid UNO Student ID. Persons in the same household of a UNO Student may join at a discounted rate. Membership to the UNO Recreation and Fitness Center is also available to: Faculty/Staff, Faculty/Staff Retirees, Active Alumni, Research & Technology Park employees, Senior Citizens and Community Members.

Hours of Operation

Monday – Thursday 6:00 am – 9:00 pm, Friday 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm, Saturday 8:00 am – 3:00 pm and Sunday 10:00 am - 3:00 pm. Hours of operation and Group Exercise schedule are subject to change as needed.

Intramural Sports

Recreation and Intramural Sports (RIS) administers men’s, women’s, and co-recreational intramural sports. Team sports include: basketball, flag football, table tennis, volleyball, racquetball and soccer. Top student teams may be selected to compete at the LCIRSA State Tournament each semester; as well as Regional and National Tournaments. For more information please contact Kassie Thibodeaux at 280-6009 or kthibose@uno.edu.

Club Sports

Club Sports are designed to bring students with common interests together. All club sports are organized by students and provide both recreational and competitive programming. Club sports include wrestling, inline hockey, sailing, rugby, football, cricket, men’s soccer, women’s soccer, ultimate frisbee, dance, cheerleading and quidditch. Most of the teams travel to compete against other local/regional universities. Whether a club remains active relies solely on the interest of students. For more information please contact Christian Belteau 504-280-3261 or cjbeltea@uno.edu.

Summer Sports Day Camp

The UNO Summer Day Camp provides activities for children ages 5-11 years of age.

The program is held during the months of June, July, and early August. For more information, please contact Camp Director Jody Duvernay at jduverna@uno.edu or visit our website at http://ris.uno.edu/ and click the Summer Camp link.

For more information about programs and services offered by the Department of Recreation & Intramural Sports please call 504-280-6357 of visit our website http://ris.uno.edu/

The Office of Student Involvement and Leadership

The Office of Student Involvement and Leadership is committed to providing programs and opportunities through which students may become meaningfully involved in campus life. These programs and initiatives include leadership development, organizational involvement, campus wide entertainment, cultural and educational programs, volunteer service, and recognition. The Office of Student Involvement and Leadership strives to create opportunities so that students can achieve academically and socially in ways that will facilitate their transition into the world as responsible citizens. The areas that fall under the purview of The Office of Student Involvement and Leadership include leadership development and advisement of student organizations, Student Government, Student Activities Council, the Leadership Cabinet, Greek Life and the Service Coalition. For more information, please refer to www.sil.uno.edu.

Intercollegiate Athletics

University of New Orleans intercollegiate athletics is a member of the NCAA at the Division I level.

For the 2012-13 academic year, UNO will field teams in seven men’s sports (baseball, basketball, cross country, golf, indoor track and field, outdoor track and field, tennis) and seven women’s sports (basketball, cross country, indoor track and field, outdoor track and field, tennis and volleyball). Contact the UNO Athletic Department at (504) 280-6102 for more information or visithttp://www.UNOPrivateers.com/ .

Students with a valid student identification card are admitted FREE to all home athletic events.

UNO has a rich athletic tradition. The Privateer baseball won the Sun Belt Conference championship in 2007, has earned 13 NCAA tournament berths and was the first Louisiana team to advance to the Division I College World Series. Men’s basketball has earned four NCAA tournament and 11 National Invitational tournament berths and has won 20 or more games in a season 14 times. Women’s basketball has won 20 or more games in a season six times and has appeared in post season play, including a WNIT championship in 1983.

Over the years, UNO has hosted the 2002 NCAA Volleyball Championships and 1991 NCAA Division I Women’s Final Four, in addition to NCAA Men’s Final Fours in 1987, 1993 and 2003.

Volleyball contests occur at the Human Performance Center (HPC) located on the corner of Leon C. Simon and Elysian Fields. Basketball contests are held at the Lakefront Arena at 6801 Franklin Avenue on the East Campus. Tennis and baseball are held at their respective facilities adjacent to the Arena.

Lakefront Arena houses a 10,000 seat facility for basketball, concerts and other entertainment events, as well as an auxiliary gymnasium, an Olympic size swimming pool and a weight room for use by UNO athletes.

The offices of Intercollegiate Athletics is now located at The Athletic Center at the corner of
Leon C. Simon and Franklin Avenue. For up-to-date information on game times and locations, check the Privateers official web site at: http://www.UNOPrivateers.com/ . The athletic department can also be found on Twitter at @UNOPrivateers or on Facebook searching for the ‘University of New Orleans Privateers’.

National Student Exchange

The University is a member of National Student Exchange (NSE) which provides opportunities for students to study for up to one calendar year at another NSE member college or university with non-resident fees waived. With nearly 190 universities from which to choose, students should be able to find a campus with just the right combination of courses, facilities, and environment to meet personal and academic needs and interests. NSE extends beyond the borders of the United States to include U.S. territories as well as Canadian provinces. Students must be at least sophomore level (30 credit hours) with a minimum 2.5 GPA at the time of the exchange. Students meet with their UNO advisors prior to the exchange to assure that all credit completed while on exchange will transfer toward their UNO degree program. Information and applications for the exchange are available Room 118 of the Bicentennial Education Center. Additional information concerning the NSE Program and all partner universities may be obtained at http://www.nse.org.

Student Health Services

Student Health Services is committed to providing the highest quality health care to the UNO community. Health Services offers evaluation and treatment of illness and injury, as well as educational programming for health promotion and illness prevention. Primary care is provided to students, on an appointment, and walk-in basis.

Various injections, immunizations, and advice on travel abroad are available to students. Comprehensive physical evaluation and diagnostic laboratory testing are available to students.

Feedback is an important part of the health teamwork, and students are encouraged to offer ideas and suggestions to improve Student Health Services through a report card system. Student Health Services is located in the Human Performance Center room 109. Hours are 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Please visit our web site at www.studenthealth.uno.edu. Our permanent location will be posted on our webpage. Please check it out for up-to-date info.

Student Sickness and Accident Insurance

The University negotiates a moderately priced sickness and accident insurance policy for students. Students not covered by another sickness and accident insurance policy are strongly encouraged to enroll in this plan. The plan includes savings realized by Student Health Services acting as primary care giver. Additional savings are provided through the use of a preferred provider organization.

The policy is optional for domestic students. Dependents can also be covered on this policy. Policy information is available at Student Health Services, Human Performance Center Room 109 or 119.

International Students are required by law to have health insurance. This policy meets the minimum requirements of the law and is cost effective. However, International Students may purchase other policies or bring one from their country that meets the minimum requirements.

Office of Disability Services

University of New Orleans is committed to providing an environment where all students have the opportunity to equally participate in the academic experience, including students with disabilities. Students with disabilities have rights as determined by federal and state laws which require institutions to provide reasonable accommodations for the student’s disability in order to afford an equal opportunity to participate in the college’s programs, courses, and activities.

The Office of Disability Services (ODS) assists students in meeting many of their educational needs on campus. The office may be able to secure academic accommodations for students who have documented disabilities.

Accommodations include, but are not limited to, note takers, extended test taking time, course materials in alternate formats, adapted computers, on campus, recording devices for lectures and assistive listening devices. ODS can also provide assistance with registration during walk-in fee payment, such as navigating lines, communicating with staff, and reading signs.

ODS can assist in the coordination of accommodations for campus tours and events such as New Student Orientation (including testing accommodations for placement examinations.)

The Section 504 Compliance Officer is the Director of Disability Services. The ADA Compliance Officer is the Director of Design and Construction, Facility Services. If you have any questions regarding specific responsibilities of these officers, please call (504) 280-6222 or visit www.ods.uno.edu.

Office of International Students and Scholars

The Office of International Students and Scholars (OISS) provides support to approximately 700 international students and approximately 50 international faculty and staff from more than 90 countries. Specifically, OISS assists international students, faculty, and staff in maintaining their legal status under U.S. immigration law. In addition, the staff provides support on such matters as cross-cultural adjustment, personal and financial issues, and academic problems. Programs offered by OISS include new student orientation and educational workshops. OISS produces a regular newsletter, maintains an e-mail listserv, and co-sponsors cultural events such as International Night. Specific information about OISS programs is available at the following web address:http://oiss.uno.edu.

Children’s Center

The University operates a learning center for children one to five years of age. The center is open to children of students, faculty, and staff on a space-available basis. Hours of operation are Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. The Center is located on the main campus. For further information, call (504) 280-3131.

Student Housing

Residence Facilities

PONTCHARTRAIN HALL

Pontchartrain Hall is UNO’s beautiful new residence hall comprised of two state of the art four story buildings. Residents will have their choice of a private room with bath, a two bedroom unit with one bath or a four bedroom unit with two baths. Each bedroom is furnished with a bed, student desk, chair, chest of drawers and built in closet. Each room has 9 ft ceilings, with bedrooms wired for Ethernet and cable television. Two and four bedroom units have common lounge areas which are also furnished.

The facility has card access, security cameras, a small convenience store, an activity area with billiard tables, foosball, etc. There are large social areas to accommodate a wide variety of programs for residents, study areas, 2 residents’ kitchens and laundry facilities. The patio area is furnished with tables, chairs and three BBQ pits.

Rates include all utilities, furnishings, cable television and internet. Residency in Pontchartrain Hall requires mandatory participation in the Pontchartrain Hall Campus Dining program.

Please note that admission to the University does not guarantee on-campus housing accommodations. Students must apply separately for housing and accommodations cannot be guaranteed until a student is officially accepted for admission to the University.

For more information, please contact UNO Student Housing at (504) 280-6402 or e-mail studenthousing@uno.edu.

PRIVATEER PLACE

Privateer Place is a beautiful apartment-style community located on the campus of University of New Orleans. Located on campus students are just a short walk to classes and campus events. Our Community aims to create the place to Live, Learn, and Grow: facilitating a fun, friendly, vibrant, diverse community, supporting resident’s academic success; encouraging resident’s personal growth, empowerment, and transition to independence.

We offer apartment style living with three floor plans, both private and semi-private, to fit your housing needs. Offering the following accommodations and amenities in 9 and 12 month lease agreements: 4 bedroom /2 bathroom apartment (furnished ) two bedroom /2 bathroom apartments (furnished ) and efficiency style apartments (unfurnished ).

Furnished units have a bed, student desk, desk chair, nightstand, and Chest of drawers in each bedroom. Each common living area includes a couch, matching chair, coffee table, end table, and built-in dining table with chairs. All apartments include a refrigerator, stove, and dishwasher. Electricity allowance, water, and internet are all included in the rental installment. We offer many on-site amenities including controlled access entry, electronic key fobs, coinless on-site laundry facilities, swimming pool, hot tub, sand volleyball court, basketball, Barbecue picnic pavilion, and clubhouse w/Wi-Fi.

Privateer Place is open during academic breaks, and residents are able to stay in apartments throughout the lease term. For leasing information visit us at www.privateerplaceUNO.com or call our office at (504) 282-5670.

Counseling and Career Center

UNO Counseling and Career Center/Counseling Services offers problem assessment and short-term personal (mental health) counseling to currently-enrolled UNO students. These services are focused on the resolution of students’ current personal concerns and problems which might interfere with academic functioning. Counseling Services also offers career counseling to assist undecided students in choosing a career path corresponding to their current interests and skills, and personality preferences. These services are designed to be short-term in nature and are confidential within the limits of the law. Counseling Services staff can also assist students with referrals for longer-term or specialized treatment, if needed. In addition to personal and career counseling, Counseling Services regularly offers psycho-educational workshops addressing a variety of topics including time management, stress management and study skills. For additional information, please visithttp://counserv.uno.edu.

UNO Counseling and Career Center/Career Services provides a range of services for current UNO students to assist them with identifying, clarifying and pursuing their career goals. Services include résumé and cover letter writing and review, mock interviewing, professional skills development, networking opportunities, on-campus recruiting events, career fairs, and the coordination of internships and experiential education opportunities. Career Services also manages the UNO Opportunities Database which lists part-time and full-time job postings, as well as internship and volunteer opportunities. For additional information, please visit www.career.uno.edu.

Office of Student Accountability and Advocacy

The office addresses concerns and problems related to the University. There are a number of ways this office assists. The first is through the “UNO Student Code of Conduct” which can be found in the UNO Policy Manual/Student Handbook. The philosophy of the code is one of civility and education. The University expects exemplary behavior from students in all phases of college life. It is the responsibility of students to familiarize themselves with the specific rules and regulations governing student behavior and to maintain the highest degree of integrity–both in and out of the classroom.

Student Advocacy is another function. Often students experience problems within the university setting. Through consultation with the staff, conflict resolution is attempted. Additionally, if any student is experiencing a crisis or is a victim of an on-campus crime, this office can provide assistance, resources and referrals.

The third function of the office is to review parking and traffic appeals. The brochure of related information can be obtained at University Police or from this office. More information can be found at www.studentaffairs.uno.edu.

Veterans’ Affairs

The Office of Veterans’ Affairs provides information on educational benefits for veterans attending UNO. Veterans eligible for educational benefits are urged to establish contact with this office when they arrive on campus. For further information call (504)280-6992, email pseiler@uno.edu, or visit the office within the Administration Building, Room 112F.