The Graduate School
131 Ragsdale Building, 252-328-6012
New Graduate Student Orientation Schedule
August 22, 2014
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.Shuttle Bus from Belk Building toChristenbury Gym, East Campus
See campus map for parking information and shuttle information
Check-In
Location: Science & Technology Building Plaza
9:00 a.m. Welcome and Opening Remarks…… Science & Technology Building, C207
Dr. Paul Gemperline, Dean, Graduate Studies
Dr. Steve Ballard, Chancellor
Ryan Bradley, President, Graduate and Professional Student Senate
Succeeding in Graduate Studies………………………………..Dean Gemperline
Academic Policies and Regulations
10:15 a.m.Refreshment Break
Science and Technology Breezeway
10:40 – 11:10 Concurrent Break-out Sessions (Select two sessions to attend)
11:15 - 11:45 Location: Science and Technology Building
Next Steps: Registration, Financial Aid, Tuition Payment……………….C207
Overview of financial aid, cashier, and registration processes to include university charges, billing, payment options, financial aid policies and procedures followed by
question and answer session
StudentTechnology at a Glance……………………………………………….C209
This session will provide an overview of the many technology systems you will use as a student at ECU including the Banner registration system, Blackboard online class system, Piratemail, Onestop, Piratedrive online file storage, and ECU personal web space.
Succeeding in Graduate Studies, Pt.2 :Tips from Graduate Students……..C307
Led by the Graduate and Professional Student Senate Officers.
Need to know information and helpful tips from the student perspective.
Beginning Research: Essential Steps……………………………………………C309
An introduction to electronic resources of ECU Libraries and an overview of important issues that every researcher must address prior to beginning research: conflicts of interest, confidentiality of research data, compliance with federal regulations, protection of human and animal subjects, and copyright permissions and protection
Lunch – Joyner Library Plaza
1:00- 4:30AFTERNOON SESSIONS
During the afternoon, time has been set aside for students to attend sessions of particular interest to them, conduct business with campus offices, and visit their program areas.
1:00–1:30; 1:30-2:00 p.m. Technology at ECU: Hands-on Session (select one session)
Location: Joyner Library 1418
Academic Computing Services staff will be available in the Joyner Library 1418 to provide students hands-on assistance with ECU technology systems.
1:00- 2:30 p.m.Academic Support Services and Student AffairsResource Fair
Location: Joyner Library First Floor Learning Commons
Visit tables hosted by offices from Academic Affairs and Student Affair:
Representatives from the University Writing Center, Joyner Library, ECU Career Center, Centerfor Counseling & Student Support, Campus Safety, Campus Recreation and Wellness, Center for Student Leadership & Engagement, Volunteer & Service Learning Center, Graduate Student Organizations,Student Health Services, and Parking and Traffic will be present to provideinformation and answer your questions.
2:00 – 2:30p.m. Establishing Residency for Tuition Purposes
Location: Joyner Library 1418
Campus Offices Open for Drop-In Business:
Dowdy Student Stores
Location: Wright Building
Purchase textbooks, computers, software, ECU Pirate merchandise, and more! Pick up a free t-shirt with coupon received at check-in
ECU 1 Card
Location: Old Cafeteria Complex, G-521Visit this office to have your ECU 1 Card (ID Card) made. You will need a picture ID (a valid driver’s license, state-issued ID card, passport, or military ID) in order to receive an ECU ID card.
Student Health Services
Location: Student Health Center, located between Joyner and Flanagan
Stop by to get information & assistance with student health insurance plan and required immunization records.
Parking & Transportation
Location: 305 East 10th St., located next to McDonalds
Parking and Transportation Services is the place to purchase parking permits, get visitor parking permits, pay fines, and find information about parking on campus.
Cashier’s Office
Location: G120Old Cafeteria Bldg.
Complete arrangements for payment of tuition/fees
Office of Student Financial Aid/Student Employment Office
Location: 2103 Old Cafeteria Bldg.
Complete the financial aid process.
Registrar
Location: Whichard Bldg.
Complete the registration process/schedule changes
Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) should contact the Department for Disability Support Services at least 48 hours prior to the event at (252) 737-1016 (Voice/TTY)).
Shuttle Schedule
8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Shuttle from Carol Belk Building on Charles Street to Wright Auditorium
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Shuttle from Wright Auditorium toCarol Belk Building
1:00 p.m. – 4:30 pm.
Shuttle fromChristenbury Gym to Health Sciences Campus to Belk Bldg.