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UALR Non-Traditional Student Programs
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2012-2013
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Dear UALR Student,
Welcome to UALR and the Fall 2012 semester! UALR is a thriving metropolitan university on the move and a dynamic learning institution where students find exceptional learning and internship opportunities. With more than 100 programs of study, UALR has an academic program for everyone! With an equal number of social and service organizations, our university provides that important connection to the workforce.
I am the Non-Traditional Student Programs Coordinator for the Office of Campus Life. I am here to provide you with the information, assistance, and support you need to succeed. I was a non-traditional student, twice, so I know firsthand the questions and concerns that you may have. I am here to assist you from registration through graduation, so please do not hesitate to contact me.
You will receive a monthly newsletter from me that includes important news, jobs, events and scholarship opportunities. You can unsubscribe at any time if you do not wish to receive the newsletter.
Your UALR family of faculty, staff and fellow students welcome you and look forward to seeing you on campus this fall!
Cynda Alexander
p.s. Underlined words are a link!!
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NTSP Welcome Week OPEN HOUSE
Office of Campus Life DSC 216G
 Stop by and learn about all the free resources and support systems you have on campus to help you be successful in obtaining your educational goals!
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UALR will kick off the fall semester next week with block parties, cook-outs, mixers, and student success workshops to welcome freshmen, greet on-campus residents and returning upperclassmen, and reconnect with alumni.
The Welcome Week fun starts on the first day of classes with the Office of Campus Life's events and is capped off by the traditional campus picnic, Burgers @ Bailey, a free lunch for students to mix and mingle with faculty and staff and connect with alums who are putting their degrees to work.
Click HERE for a complete schedule!
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August:Welcome Week
Open House
Sept:Student Resource Fair
Oct:Family Movie Night
First Generation Student Celebration
Nov:National Non-Traditional Student
Week
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So, WHO is a Non-Traditional Student?
If only ONE of these characteristics applies to you, then you are considered by UALR to be a non-traditional student:
* You delayed enrollment after high school
* You attend school part time
* You work full time (25+ hours)
* You are financially independent for purposes of
determining eligibility for financial aid
* You have dependents other than a spouse
* You are a single parent
* You have or still are serving in the military
* You are a first generation student
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Did you know that at UALR, you can...
* Participate in a non-traditional student
peer mentoring program to assist you
in making the transition to college life?
* Take a math prep course to brush up on
basic math skills before tackling
algebra?
* Receive assistance with writing papers?
* Test out of an unlimited number of college
credit hours?
* Get help in numerous labs across campus?
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The Non-Traditional Student Programs staff has "been there, done that" and is available to assist you from registration through graduation.
We can:
* Help you with admission/registration
* Provide information regarding campus
resources, services and opportunities
* Offer an ongoing system of support and
encouragement
* Refer you to the appropriate staff or faculty
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The NTSP Peer Mentoring Program pairs a current non-traditional student with a new or returning non-traditional student for the purpose of providing one-on-one assistance during their transition to the academic environment. Peer mentors draw from their own experience to offer encouragement and support to their mentees and provide a connection to our university.
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It's common to feel overwhelmed by a new learning environment. You have made a big commitment of both your time and finances to enhance your future. It makes sense to protect that investment and ensure your success by seeking academic support. If you find yourself struggling, get help from a peer tutor.
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Non-Traditional Students Tell All!
Going back to college
could be the best decision you ever made. See how Going Back to Go Forward changed the lives of 8 UALR Non-Traditional Students.
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Student Resource Fair 
September 10, 2012
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Ledbetter C
Drawings for swag & gift cards!
The Student Resource Fair brings together all the FREE resources you have as a student at UALR to help you be successful in obtaining your educational goals. You will have the opportunity to talk to representatives from 11 departments that are here to assist you.
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The Office of Campus Life provides student support services for involvement, empowerment, leadership development and collaboration through student organizations, programming experiences and shared governance.
* Student Support Programs: Women,
Commuter, Non-Traditional & First Generation * Diversity Programs & Mentoring * Leadership Development * Peer Tutoring Referrals * Special Events & Cultural Observances
* Student Government Association
* Fraternity/Sorority Life
* Student Organization Registration
& Advisement
* Campus Recreation: Intramural Sports &
Fitness/Wellness Programs
* The UALR Forum Student Newspaper
For more information drop by DSC 216 or call 501.569.3308 or ualr.edu/campuslife.
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Campus Resource Links
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Job Board
There is a "Job Board" on my office window that I keep up to date. On average there are 10 to 20 jobs posted weekly for Work Study, Internships, Coop & Workforce.
Job links:
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 Wanted: Writers for The Forum Student Newspaper
Contact Jennifer Ellis at editor@ualr.edu for more information. You do NOT have to be a journalism or mass communications major to qualify.
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 University of Arkansas at Little Rock's Dining Services team is proud to offer a variety of exciting, innovative and convenient options to meet your dining needs. Commuters can enter a chance to win a Nook Tablet with purchase of Trojan Express Meal Plan by August 31. Example: 5 Meals ~ 5 meals per week with $100 Dining Dollars ~ $790 per semester! |
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Free Software Training
Currently enrolled students can schedule one-on-one tutorial sessions by visiting or calling the lab to learn how to use features in Microsoft Office 2010, Blackboard, BOSS, and other software. Call IT Services at 916.5073 to schedule an appointment!
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WANTED: Student Volunteers
Keeping with our Welcome Week traditions, one of our most popular events is UALR After Dark, when we hand out information/survival bags to our Evening and Commuter Students to help them become more familiar with campus. If you are interested in volunteering on Thursday, August 23 or Monday, August 27 at 5:00 p.m., please contact Emily Cox at 569.3308 or email her at ebcox@ualr.edu.
You will receive 2 hours of community service each day. Thanks so much!!
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Cynda Alexander | Non-Traditional Student Programs Coordinator
University of Arkansas at Little Rock | Office of Campus Life DSC 216
501.569.3308 | ntsp@ualr.edu | ualr.edu/adults/
Follow us: facebook.com/UALRcampuslife
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