Programs, Resources and Activities to Help Fledgling River Hawks Thrive

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08/27/2021
By Katharine Webster

From figuring out the shuttle bus schedule to finding help with your Calculus II class, the first days on a new campus – not to mention as an in-person college student – can be a confusing blur.

But never fear: The university is rolling out the blue carpet for students new to campus with student success workshops, campus tours, social events and faculty outreach.

Sophomores as well as new first-year, transfer and graduate students are invited to Convocation and the Engagement Fair, where they can get connected with clubs and learn about other resources. Opening Week is filled with social activities that will also help newcomers learn their way around the campus, ending with a Division I women's soccer game on Sunday evening.

And throughout the fall, the colleges, the Student Government Association, the Career and Co-op Center, the Solution Center and the Centers for Learning, Advising and Student Success (CLASS) will be holding workshops and events to help students make the most of their time at UMass Lowell.

Here’s a guide to some of the most important resources and how to take advantage of them.

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Advising

Advisors are key to academic success. They’re available throughout a student’s four years to help with everything from selecting required core classes to picking electives.

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Hit the Books

Tutoring is available to all students who want to learn better study methods and master their course material.

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Student Activities ...

One of the best ways to make friends, find support and feel at home at the university is to join a student club or organization. 

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... And Leadership

Whether you aspire to a leadership role on campus or in your community, you can learn how through Leaders in Action, a free series of trainings for individuals and groups. 
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OMA and Disability Services

The Office of Multicultural Affairs and Student Disability Services welcome new first-year, graduate and transfer students with a three-day “Student Success Summit.”
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Student Government Association

The Student Government Association, or SGA, is where students can have a voice in campus affairs.
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Campus Recreation

The Campus Recreation Center offers everything from club rugby to yoga classes and tennis courts to help students stay in shape. 

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The Wellness Center

The campus Wellness Center in University Crossing includes Counseling Services, Disability Services and Health Services. 

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The Solution Center

The Solution Center at University Crossing offers multiple services in one central location, from help with course registration to loan applications. 

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