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Admission

Undergraduate: Official admission to the University is not required for Wintermester students taking undergraduate-level courses (001-499). However, a nonrefundable application fee of $60 is assessed if you wish to enroll in undergraduate or graduate credit courses. This fee applies to ALL students, including independent learning, nondegree, returning and graduate students who:

* have never attended the University; or
* have attended but not paid the fee; or
* have paid the fee but not attended.

Graduate: Official graduate-level admission is required prior to registration in any graduate course (500-799). Those who are not University of Nevada, Reno graduates or have not previously been admitted to graduate study at the University must complete the Application for Wintermester 2010 Registration, pay the $60 application fee in addition to registration fees, and certify prior completion of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution to be considered as a Graduate Special student.

General: Application for admission is available here or upon request in the Office of Admissions and Records, Fitzgerald Student Services Building, (775) 784-4700. Wintermester students are subject to University regulations as printed in the University’s General Catalog, available at: www.ss.unr.edu/records/catalog.asp.

Immunizations

If you were born in 1957 or later, you must present documentation of immunization for the following:

* two doses of immunizations for measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) anytime in your lifetime AND,
* an immunization within the last 10 years for diphtheria and tetanus (DT).

If you were born before 1957, you are exempt from the MMR requirement. However, you are required to have a diphtheria and tetanus immunization within the last 10 years. These immunizations may be obtained from the Washoe County Health Department, (775) 328-2400, or the Student Health Center, (775) 784-6598. International students have additional requirements and must contact the Student Health Center prior to registration.

Maximum Credit Loads

Wintermester credit is designated as semester credit and is equivalent to any given course taken in any other semester. To ensure quality and to comply with accreditation standards, a maximum credit load of four credits is set for Wintermester.

It is suggested you not rely on Wintermester to fullfill a prerequisite for a Spring course. Also, please note these courses do not satisfy Fall credit discrepancies. Wintermester credits are part of your Spring 2010 load and will appear on your Spring 2010 transcripts.

Auditing

A class may be audited with the approval of the department offering the class. Audit request forms are available at the Office of Admissions and Records. Credits audited are considered when determining the maximum study load for regularly admitted students. The consolidated fee for auditors is $148.00 per credit for undergraduate-level courses or $224.75 per credit for graduate-level courses.

Final Grade Reports

Students may access final grade reports on DARS using the ePAWS system. ePAWS stations are available in the Student Services Building for student use. Access ePAWS at www.unr.edu and click on ePAWS Quick Link, from any Netscape Navigator, versions 7.0+, Firefox 1.0, or Microsoft Internet Explorer, versions 5.5+ ( 7.0+ for MACs). Some portions of ePAWS require Adobe Acrobat Reader 4.0+.

Intensive Study

The University’s Wintermester courses offer a high concentration of contact hours in a short time. Be prepared to work hard! Wintermester courses are offered in a shorter time period, but are rigorous.

University General Catalog

The current University General Catalog is available online for download here.

University Rules and Regulations

Consult the current University of Nevada, Reno General Catalog for information on all university rules and regulations.

Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act

The University of Nevada, Reno strongly adheres to the provisions of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, as amended, regarding student educational records, their privacy, the right of inspection, and the appeal rights of students. Please refer to the university’s current General Catalog under “Regulations for Student Records” for the complete Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act university policy statement.

Services

Academic Advisement • (775) 784-4684

Students are encouraged to seek academic advisement from their major college or department. Advisement is a highly beneficial component of your education at the University of Nevada and a critical part of your academic experience. As a student you should meet regularly with your assigned academic adviser. Need help locating your adviser? Visit www.ss.unr.edu/records/advisor.asp for a list of links to advisers for each college at the University. Additionally, the Advising Center provides academic advising to all undecided, transfer, disqualified, nondegree and Bachelor of General Studies students. Call the center at (775) 784-4684 or email advising@unr.edu to schedule an appointment.

Dorms during Wintermester • (775) 784-1113

For information about dorm availability on campus during Wintermester, call the Residential Life office at (775) 784-1113, email housing@unr.edu or visit www.reslife.unr.edu.

Food Service • (775) 784-1113

For food service during Wintermester: The Overlook, on the upper level of the Jot Travis Building, is open 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Friday. Closed New Year’s day. For more information visit www.reslife.unr.edu/locations.asp.

Joe Crowley Student Union • (775) 784-6505

The new Joe Crowley Student Union provides a diversity of programs and services for the entire University community, including the two-story ASUN Bookstore with fireplace and seating areas, computer sales, a convenience store, a number of dining options including a food court, and much more. Wintermester building hours are Monday-Friday, 7 a.m.-5 p.m., subject to change; ASUN Bookstore hours are Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.-7 p.m. Some offices and services in the JCSU may have separate hours. For more information, call (775) 784-6505 or visit www.unr.edu/studentunion/.

Library System and Mathewson-IGT Knowledge Center • (775) 784-6500

Research assistance and access to books, journals, microforms, online resources, video tapes, DVDs, CDs and computer labs are among the many materials and services available at the new Mathewson-IGT Knowledge Center and the four science libraries. A valid Wolfcard student ID is required to borrow library materials, and an activated NetID is required for campus computer access. NetID activation is available at the Help Desk located in the Atrium. For library and computer lab operating hours during Wintermester, and for more information about library services, visit www.knowledgecenter.unr.edu/ or call (775) 784-6500.

Lombardi Recreation Center • (775) 784-1225

Wintermester hours: Monday-Thursday, 6 a.m.-10 p.m.; Friday, 6 a.m.-8 p.m.; and Saturday, 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Closed Sundays. New Year’s Eve closed at 8 p.m. Visit www.hhs.unr.edu/crw for more information.

Parking Services • (775) 784-4654

Permits for the three-week Wintermester may be purchased for $20 to park in the Brian J. Whalen Parking Complex.

Research and Computing Help Desk and Labs • (775) 682-5000

The Campus Computing Help Desk, located in the Atrium of the Mathewson-IGT Knowledge Center, is the first point of contact for student computing and networking questions. Receive help managing your email account, using WebCampus, setting up personal web pages and many other computer-related issues. Campus Computing also manages the @One General Computing Area in the Knowledge Center. The lab is open to all currently affiliated students, faculty and staff and includes more than 100 general-access computers. For entrance to @One, you must have a current NetID and WolfCard student ID. Labs are open during library hours. Computer labs are also available in a number of colleges and departments on campus. For more information, call (775) 682-5000 or (775) 784-4636 or email help@unr.edu. Visit our website at: www.it.unr.edu.

Wintermester Office • (775) 784-4652

For more information about Wintermester, administered by Extended Studies, visit us on campus in the Continuing Education Building, 1041 N. Virginia St., Room 225, call (775) 784-4652 or 1-800-233-8928 or email wintermester@unr.edu.