Calendar 2005-2006 - The University of Akron

Bowling and Billiards physical education classes are conducted in the Game
Room.
Other areas and functions within the Student Union include:
Student Judicial Affairs
The University of Akron has the responsibility to protect the rights, health and
safety of our academic community and to ensure that the members of our community
may pursue their educational goals without undue interference. The goal
is to bring about outcomes that are positive for all parties involved. To this end,
students are expected to familiarize themselves with the identified standards for
appropriate behavior and scholarship whenever on or affecting persons or property
owned, leased, or operated by The University of Akron. The development
and enforcement of standards of conduct for students is an educational endeavor,
which fosters students’ personal and social development. Students are
expected to abide by applicable federal, state, and local laws and may be held
accountable for any violations in which they are involved. Student Judicial Affairs
is the agent that receives and investigates complaints that allege violations of the
University’s Student Code of Conduct. Confidentiality is maintained and records
of proceedings are released only upon receipt of written authorization of the student
involved. All hearings are fundamentally fair and respect the rights of the
individuals involved. By becoming familiar with the definition of student misconduct,
students can be fully aware of their rights and responsibilities as a student
at The University of Akron and have a successful, rewarding experience.
Students are advised to become aware of the disciplinary procedures published in
the University Rules and Regulations Concerning Campus Conduct and Student
Discipline Procedures (Student Code of Conduct). The Student Code of Conduct,
can be accessed by visiting www.uakron.edu/studentaff/osd or visiting Student
Judicial Affairs, Student Union 211. For more information regarding the Student
Code of Conduct, please contact Student Judicial Affairs at (330) 972-7011.
Student Development
The mission of Student Development is to enhance the out of class learning environment
for students by providing a wide variety of programs, services, and
resources. Students who want to be involved should stop by the Office of
Student Development located in Student Union 211. Student Development coordinates
the registration, budgeting, office and work space acquisition, and development
of more than 200 current student organizations as well as the coordination
of students attempting to form new groups. The office advises registered
student organizations on program planning and promotion, membership recruitment
and retention, budget management and many other organizational developmental
areas.
Student Development encourages the development of leadership skills through
programs such as leadership roundtables, the annual Leadership academy,
Leadership Awards, and participation in the All-Campus Recognition Dinner.
For additional information, contact the Office of Student Development by phone
at (330) 972-7866, by e-mail at osd@uakron.edu, or visit the office Web site at
www.uakron.edu/studentaff/osd.
Associated Student Government
The Associated Student Government (ASG), the representative government for
undergraduate students, provides services and forums to address student needs,
participates in University governance, and decides budgetary allocations to undergraduate
student groups. The ASG holds general elections in mid-March of each
year to decide the student leadership for the following academic year. Student
Government works to assess and fulfill the special needs of students, including
Town Hall meetings, free tax services, issue forums and co-sponsorship of campus
lectures. Freshmen can also become involved as a Freshman Senator through
elections that occur in September. At the All Campus Recognition and Celebration
in April, ASG recognizes outstanding achievement by awarding Who’s Who
Among Students in American Colleges and Universities, A-Key and Exceptional
Civic Engagement awards. The ASG office is located in Student Union 133, (330)
972-7002, http://www.uakron.edu/asg.
Zips Programming Network
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The Zips Programming Network (ZPN) is the all-campus activities board responsible
for providing educational, recreational, social and musical events for the campus
community. A sample of ZPN’s programs includes Homecoming, Parents/Family
Day, ZipFest, Diversityfest, a Forum Series speaker, Student Center Entertainment,
and other special events. The council is comprised of seven executive board members
as well as a general membership. Membership is open to any student interested
in developing organizational, leadership and management skills. ZPN’s office is
located in the first floor of the Student Union. For more information, call (330) 972-
7014 or visit our Web site at http://www.uakron.edu/upb.
Greek Life
The Greek community at The University of Akron consists of a group of diversified
men and women belonging to 25 different fraternities and sororities. Our
Greek community provides its members with opportunities for growth and excellence
in academic, leadership, service learning, and social arenas. Fraternity and
sorority membership can offer a more well-rounded. Co-curricular college experience.
At UA, we have three major governing Councils for Greek Life. The Interfraternity
Council (IFC) represents 11 fraternities. The National Pan Hellenic Council (NPHC)
represents our nine historically African-American fraternities and sororities, and
the Panhellenic Council (PHC) represents five sororities.
Our fraternity and sorority members are often leaders in various areas of campus
involvement, including Residence Life, New Student Orientation, Black United
Students, Ambassadors, Zips Programming Network and Associated Student
Government. The Greek community has provided a significant outlet for those
dedicated to making such commitments. The Greek experience is tremendous
for those students who choose to join. A fraternity or sorority will provide life-long
friendships and excellent opportunities for personal growth. National studies have
shown that members of Greek organizations graduate at a higher rate and remain
more active as loyal UA alumni than non-fraternity and sorority members.
For more information, please visit Greek Life in the Student Union or call (330)
972-7909 or visit www.uakron.edu/greeks.
The SOuRCe (Student Organization
Resource Center)
The SOuRCe is located on the first floor of the Student Union directly across from
the game room in room 130. The SOuRCe houses offices for Greek Leadership,
the Zips Programming Network, the Associated Student Government, and 10
additional student organization offices and numerous student organization pods or
work stations. The SOuRCe has additional satellite student organization offices
on the first floor of the Student Union. These offices house the student publications
– The Buchtelite (student newspaper) and the Tel-Buch (student yearbook).
A SOuRCe liaison can assist students with contacting any of the student organization
to help students become involved.
Commuter Central
The University of Akron commuter students now have a campus advocate in
Commuter Central located in the Student Union across from the game room in
room 130. Commuter Central hosts programs, services and information specifically
directed for commuter students and their needs. There is also a Commuter
Student Assistant program where students can contact a fellow student and have
questions answered in a prompt fashion. Commuter Central offers a quiet place
to study, an opportunity to read a magazine, enjoy the plasma televisions or connect
with other commuters. Commuter Central also contains a kitchenette with
a microwave, toaster and a sink. For more information, please contact
Commuter Central at (330) 972-2374.
Co-Curricular & All Campus Programs
The Co-Curricular & All Campus Programs office is located within the SOuRCe in
room 130 on the first floor of the Student Union. These programs give students
the opportunity to participate in activities and programs that connect what they
are doing in class with real life. The Co-Curricular and All Campus Programs area
has a purpose to provide each and every student with opportunities for hands-on
experience outside the classroom that relate to what is being taught in class.
Students will have fun while they learn! Please contact the Co-Curricular & All
Campus Programs office at (330) 972-7021.