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New Student Orientation

Welcome to New Student Orientation within the Bumpers College

We are excited you are joining us next semester and cannot wait to meet you. At orientation, we strive to provide our family-friendly atmosphere to meet you where you and your family are in this journey.

To better frame the Bumpers College portion of orientation, please follow the steps below that require completion prior to be advised and enroll for classes. These steps ensure you are aware of the many opportunities in the College, that we are on the same page and you are set up for success from day one. Please prepare a list of any questions you or your family have so that we can address them during your visit. We look forward to meeting with you soon!

Please do not hesitate to reach out about the new student orientation process, questions or concerns. We are in the Bumpers College Student Services Office in the Waldrip Student Center (AGRI-205), Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. at 479-575-2252 or aflsdean@uark.edu.

Welcome to the Bumpers College Family!

- Bumpers College Student Services Team

To-Dos Before My Advising Appointment

STEP 1: Set Up UARK email account and start checking daily

Complete the Pre-Advising Form prior to your orientation date
Activate your UARK Student Account
Change your UARK Password
Save your password somewhere besides your computer for quick access (e.g. cell phone)
If unable to access your account even after updating password, contact the IT Help Desk
Make sure your major is listed correctly

STEP 2: Complete Onboarding Tasks

1. Visit uark.edu and click on the blue Workday icon. Select Workday, and log in using your U of A student account.
2. Watch this video to see how to complete your onboarding.
3. Watch this video to learn how to accept/decline your financial aid.
Reminder, you must finish the onboarding process before you can enroll or see class options at the University of Arkansas. Onboarding deadline: April 11, 2025.
- If your MMR (Shot Record) is not on file, upload into your New Student Center prior to your orientation date
- The 8-Semester Degree Completion Plan Hold requires your input for removal and will be completed at your advising appointment
- When logging in, remember your user ID is the same as your email (e.g. xxxxxx@uark.edu) and the password is the same as the one you set for your email

STEP 3: Check AP & Transfer Credits on Workday

You have been pre-enrolled into the upcoming semester classes by your Academic Advisor based on test scores, your response on the pre-advising form, and previously earned credits on file:

- - If you received course credit not listed in program plan, let your Academic Advisor know when you meet
  - Concurrent/Dual credits require you contact the institution where you earned the credits (not high school) requesting an official transcript be sent to UA Registrar’s Office
  - AP/IB credits need to be requested from College Board to be sent to UA Registrar’s Office
  - How to submit transcripts/credit: UA Registrar's Office
  - Previous concurrent college/AP/IB classes completed we have received
  - Specific program/degree requirements are listed in Workday Student

STEP 4: Changing Schedule (Optional)

If you know a class needs to be changed due to external time conflicts, classes previously completed, etc., look at options in Workday Sudent; be prepared to discuss changes with advisor at New Student Orientation

Be aware that UNIV 10051 University Perspectives is required; you have been placed into specific sections with students in your major; class will not be changed unless swapping into AFLS 102H3-Bumpers College Honors University Perspectives

What to Expect During My Advising Appointment

Opportunity to meet with academic advisor to discuss upcoming class schedule, ask questions and learn about degree requirements
You are encouraged to attend orientation with parents/guardians so all may understand academic requirements and opportunities
We value family involvement, however, during advising, you must attend on your own; first step to taking ownership of your academic career
Make list of questions parents/guardians and you have for your advisor; share what you learn with family after your appointment; will help begin conversations valuable to academic experiences and keep everyone in the loop
Must have your UARK email account and Authenticator App set up, as well as, know your password
Emailed notes will be sent to you after your appointment highlighting the discussion and any contacts needed for follow-up
For questions after appointment, contact your academic advisor directly or call Bumpers College Waldrip Student Center

Note: If you are not advised during new student orientation, you will be dropped from pre-enrolled classes for the semester; if a cancellation is needed or major changed, contact U of A Admissions Office

Technology Recommendations

Processor	i5 or M1 processor
Memory	8GB+ RAM
Storage	256 GB + internal storage;512 GB+ total storage (including cloud based storage
Software	Microsoft 365; Windows Defender (included with Windows 10+)
Operating System	Windows 10; Mac OS 10.12 or later or iOS 11 or later
Wi-Fi	802.11ac or later standard
Accessories	16GB+ Flash drive, webcam & microphone
Warranty	3 Year Dell Pro Support (plus); 3 Year AppleCare+

Bumpers College Help Desk

Please do not hesitate to reach out about the orientation process, questions or concerns. You can reach us in the Bumpers College Waldrip Student Center (AGRI-205), Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. at 479-575-2252 or aflsdean@uark.edu.

Need to change your major, orientation session or have other questions for NSO? Please see the U of A New Student Orientation FAQ.

For major specific questions, connect with a member of our advising team.

For program specific questions, reach out to a member of our student services teams.