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New Students

Welcome New Wildcats!

We understand you will have many questions as you prepare for ÍøÆغÚÁÏ. We're here to help. We've compiled important resources to ensure a smooth transition into your college experience.

A warm welcome from your new Wildcat family. We can't wait to see you on campus!

Housing, Dining & ID Card Services

Patterson court during Frolics, students pose together after grabbing a funnel cake

The Residence Life Office (RLO) takes extraordinary care in pairing first-year roommates. You will receive an email with a link to a housing preference form. Roommate and room assignments will be emailed during the summer.

Wildcat statue head in front of orange fall leaves on trees

Each student is issued a CatCard, a photo-ID card that provides access to buildings on campus, meals, and access to many ÍøÆغÚÁÏ services. Photos should meet the required specifications and be submitted electronically or by physical mail.

Students in commons with veggies for Cooking with Mamma demonstration

Dining Services focuses on nutrition, variety, freshness, and sustainability. Meal plans offer convenient pre-paid dining at a variety of campus locations. First-year students are required to participate in the All Access Unlimited Plan.

Student Accounts & Billing

Student on Computer

In the spring, you will receive an email or text from Technology & Innovation (T&I) to claim your ÍøÆغÚÁÏ account & email—where you'll receive important communications. Before getting to campus, get a head start on setting up your technology by using T&I's guide so you can get access to Moodle, campus printing, and more.

Students on Front Lawn w Computer Warm Day

Banner Self-Service is the password-protected student portal. As a first step, sign in and complete the New Student Information Form to ensure your contact details are up to date. Your bill for student charges will be posted in July for the fall semester.

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Students may grant parent and other key people Proxy access to your 1098T tax form and Financial Aid award.  Your Nelnet Authorized Payer can view your student account details, make payments and set up a payment plan.  Learn how to authorize your Proxy and Authorized Payers of choice.

Life on Campus

Students on Laptop

Many students seek employment during their time at ÍøÆغÚÁÏ. Begin by setting up a profile in Handshake and apply to open positions. Once you're hired, make sure you gather all required HR documentation to bring to campus.

ÍøÆغÚÁÏ international students group holds country flags outside college union amphitheatre

International Student Engagement (ISE) provides support and advisory services for the college's international community, including a required pre-orientation for all international students.

Moving In Day

First-year students will be assigned a move-in date and time. Check-in will happen at the same time and location as move-in. Refer to "What to Bring" as you plan your packing list.

Campus Resources

ÍøÆغÚÁÏ Bound Car Parking

Students must register their vehicle with the ÍøÆغÚÁÏ Police Department within 48 hours of arriving on campus. Parking permits will be sent through campus mail. A ÍøÆغÚÁÏ login is required for the vehicle registration online form.

Students talk with one on bike

Students are required to register their bikes. A ÍøÆغÚÁÏ login is required for the bike registration online form. Registration is free, and registration stickers will be sent to you through your campus mailbox.

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With the aim of creating equitable access to the full ÍøÆغÚÁÏ experience for all students, Lula Bell's offers food, professional and winter clothing, and textbooks, at no cost, to all ÍøÆغÚÁÏ students.

College Store Exterior at Dusk

The ÍøÆغÚÁÏ Store offers ÍøÆغÚÁÏ branded merchandise and also serves as the campus bookstore, where students can purchase books for their courses. Get your ÍøÆغÚÁÏ gear online, or by visiting the store!

E.H.Little Library Exterior with student walking in

The library is a place for students to explore, discover and grow as researchers and scholars. It’s not just about our extensive collection of books and e-resources. Here, you can find spaces to study or socialize, technologies to create, events to inspire, and research and digital learning experts to guide your intellectual pursuits.

Activities Fair booth for ÍøÆغÚÁÏ Outdoors where members of the club recruit other students

An Activities Fair is held at the beginning of the fall semester where registered student organizations introduce themselves to prospective members. It is a great way to learn more about a lot of organizations in one setting.

Student studies in the Wall Center sitting in an oversized chair by the window

The AADR Office provides academic support to any student seeking to improve their academic performance and supports students with disabilities to provide equal access to the college’s campus, services, programs and activities. 

Students listen to a presentation during a career event

The Matthews Center for Career Development provides services, programs and opportunities that allow you to explore how your academic and personal interests relate to future professional opportunities. Students are encouraged to visit and take advantage of the center beginning in their first year.

Aerial Shot of Campus

ÍøÆغÚÁÏ students get the best of all worlds—a vibrant campus community adjacent to a supportive and caring town, and also close to a major metropolitan city. Navigate campus and the surrounding area with interactive maps, directions and resources. 

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Get to Know Post and Print

Located in Knobloch Campus Center, the Post and Print serves our students, faculty and staff with a variety of mailing and shipping services. Learn about which mailing address to use and share with friends and family, how to pick up packages, and more. 

Post and Print