Table of Contents General Information Guidelines for New Students Inside Front Cover Academic Calendar 2 Weber State University Profile 7 Overview 7 Historical Perspective 7 Mission Statement 7 Distinctive Characteristics.. 7 Accreditation 8 Catalog Information 8 Assessment at WSU 9 Non-Discrimination Policy Statement 9 Commitment to an Inclusive Community 9 Request for Waivers 9 Student Code 9 Enrollment Services and Information Directory 10 Student Recruitment Services 11 Orientation 11 Transfer Admissions Advisements 11 Admission Process Freshman Students 11 Transfer Students 11 International Students 12 Graduate Program Information 12 Departmental Admissions 13 Admission Requirements Freshman Students 13 Transfer Students 13 Assessment and Placement.... 13 Applicants Without High School Diplomas 13 Readmitted/Reactivated Students 13 Admission Appeal Process 13 Utah Residency 13 Special Admission Programs 13 Scholarships Application Deadlines 14 Academic Awarding Categories 14 Wildcat Activity Award Categories 14 Donor Sponsored Departmental & Special Consideration Scholarships 14 Scholarships for Out-of-State Students 14 Scholarship Index 15 Scholarship Waivers 15 Financial Aid General Eligibility Requirements 15 Types of Financial Aid 16 Application Process 16 Satisfactory Progress 16 Appeals & Reinstatement 17 Withdrawals and Return of Title IV Funds 17 Student Expense Budget (Cost of Attendance) 17 ACADEMIC ADVISEMENT Academic Advisement Center 17 Program of Study (Major/Minor) Declaration 17 Registration Registration Process New Students 17 Registration Process Continuing Students 18 Registration Appointments 18 First Registration Phase (Registration by Appointment) 18 Second Registration Phase (Open Registration) 18 Changes in Registration 18 Closed Classes 18 Credit/No Credit Registration 18 Audit Course Registration 19 Registration Credit Hour Loads 19 Overload Registration 18 Withdrawal 19 Class Standing 19 Course Numbering System 19 Davis Campus and Additional Locations 19 TUITION, FEES AND REFUNDS Tuition and Fees 20 Refunds and Reimbursements 21 Student Affairs, Services and Information Directory 23 Campus Services Bookstore 24 Computing Support Services 24 Wildcat and E-Mail Account 24 Student ID (WILDCARD) 24 Department of Public Safety (University Police/Fire/ Parking/Environmental Health and Safety) 24 Academic Support Services Academic Support Centers & Programs 24 Tutoring Services 24 Supplemental Instruction 25 Learning Assistance Program.25 Student-To-Student Program .25 Educational Talent Search 25 Upward Bound 25 Student Support Services 25 Veterans Upward Bound 26 Computer Labs 26 Testing Centers 27 Career Services Center 27 Student Wellness Services Health Education/Drug & Alcohol Program 27 Student Health Center 27 Counseling and Psychological Services Center 27 Services for Special Student Populations Women's Center 28 Multicultural Student Center 28 International Student Services 28 Childcare for Non- traditional Students 28 Nontraditional Student Center 28 Services for Students with Disabilities 29 Veteran Services 29 Residential Life Housing & Residential Life 29 Scheduling Events and Conference Services 29 Student Life & Activities Campu s Recreation 30 Aerobics Program 30 Aquatics Program 30 Fitness & Strength Training Areas 30 Intramural Sports 30 Club Sports 30 Wilderness Recreation Center & Experiential Learning 30 WSU Athletics 30 Student Union Building 30 Food Services 31 Student Involvement & Leadership 31 Academy of Leadership ....31 Stu dent Programs 31 Weber State University 2008 - 2009 Catalog