Residence halls at UW-Platteville play an integral role in the education of the student at UW-Platteville. Programs are held in the residence halls to encourage and assist students in their academic as well as their social and personal development.

Nine well-maintained and computer networked campus residence halls provide accommodations for approximately 2,300 students. All are readily accessible to classroom buildings, food service, and the Ullsvik Center. According to a policy of the Board of Regents of the University of Wisconsin System, all freshman and sophomore students are required to live in the residence halls with few exceptions.

Students play an active role in the formulation and review of residence hall policies, facilities, programs, and conduct through the Residence Hall Council (a body elected by students living in the residence halls). It is affiliated with the United Residence Hall Association of Wisconsin.

Housing Policy: Application forms for residence hall occupancy are mailed to students after they have been admitted to the university. A room rental prepayment of $100 for the academic year must accompany the application and contract for residence hall space. This prepayment is applied to the second semester housing fee.

To cancel a rental agreement and receive a $75 refund of the prepayment, written notification must be received at the Student Housing Office by May 1 (for full year or fall semester agreements) or December 1 (for spring semester agreements). Persons who voluntarily withdraw from the university after these dates will forfeit the entire $100.

A room is generally reserved and rented for one academic year (from late August to May) or from the time of arrival through the second semester. Room charges are payable in advance unless arrangements for installment payments are made, and students are obligated for the total amount of the annual rent unless they withdraw from the university. The unused portion of the advance rental payments, including the $100 prepayment less any charges for damages, will be refunded if a student is compelled to withdraw from the university for reasons of illness, or is dropped or advised to withdraw from the university by official action. In most other instances of withdrawal from the university, the $100 prepayment is forfeited.

Off-Campus Housing: Many homes in Platteville have rooms or apartments for single or married students. Other off-campus housing is available in private apartment buildings and rental homes. The Housing Office in Royce Hall maintains a current list of housing in Platteville and the immediate area.

Dining Services: By Board of Regents policy, all freshmen and sophomores living in University Residence Halls at UWP are required to participate in the Meal Program. All other students are encouraged to participate in a Meal Program.

Dining Services offers seven meal plans; five plans are available to all students and two plans are designed for juniors and seniors living on campus. Off-campus students may purchase any plan, including three additional commuter plans. Meal plans are available for use at Glenview Commons and the Ullsvik Center.

Meal plans are charged on the student's initial billing statement along with tuition and fees. A partial payment method is available with the completion of an Installment Credit Agreement.

The primary objective of the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics at UW-Platteville is to provide a positive and challenging educational experience which is committed to the growth and development of each student-athlete. In keeping with the stated mission of the university, the Athletic Department seeks to maintain a sports program of high quality, designed to meet the needs and interests of the population in the State of Wisconsin and adjacent states. To this end, every effort is made to provide the student-athlete with the best in equipment, facilities, and coaching staff.

In addition the Athletic Department is committed to equal emphasis to men's and women's sports by fairly and equitably distributing athletic opportunities and resources to all student-athletes and teams. It is also recognized that participation in athletics is a privilege, not a right, afforded to those who display the necessary talent, discipline, attitude, and ability to work within a team's framework. As with all departments, the Athletic Department is committed to the pursuit of excellence.

Finally, the Athletic Department supports and abides by the letter and spirit of the rules, standards, and code of ethics established by UW-Platteville, the Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference, and the National Collegiate Athletic Association, Division III.

UW-Platteville's Children's Center provides child care and educational opportunities for children (ages 2 through kindergarten), of UW-Platteville students and employees. The center is open Mondays through Fridays from 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. during the academic year, interim periods, and summer session. A reduced fee is charged to student parents. The center also serves as a laboratory and research site for students learning about child development and early childhood education.

The basic mission of Multi-Cultural Services is to promote a university environment that is conducive to the recruitment, retention, and graduation of minority and disadvantaged students. Though the emphasis is on "students of color," Multi-Cultural Services is available to the university and tri-state community. Educational goals include the promotion of higher retention rates, measurement of academic achievement, and graduation. Counseling is available in the areas of academic, personal, and social concerns.

Multi-Cultural Services facilitates interaction of persons of diverse cultural, ethnic, and racial origins with other constituencies of the university community. Multi-Cultural Services encourages diverse cultural programming by the Student Activities Board and provides assistance for student organizations, including ASIA, Black Student Union, Hmong Club, Intertribal Council, and RAZA United.

The Office of Multi-Cultural Services is located at 129 Warner Hall. The office is open Mondays through Fridays from 7:45 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. Feel free to walk-in and speak with an advisor or call (608) 342-1555 with any questions or concerns. Also, visit us at our World Wide Web home page at http://www.uwplatt.edu/mcs.

The UW-Platteville Student Health Services provides a broad range of primary health care services to the campus community. These include acute care for illness and emergencies, health and wellness promotion, and opportunities for students to participate actively in their own health care. Most health care services are available at no charge to all UW-Platteville students carrying three or more credits per semester. Students are responsible for those expenses incurred outside the Student Health Services (such as consultations with private physicians, referrals for specialty care if needed, x-rays, prescribed medications, and some laboratory work). A directory of medical services provided on campus and in the community is available at the Student Health Services office. Care is provided to students by physicians, nurse practitioners, and registered nurses. Student Health Services, located on the second floor of Royce Hall, is open Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 7:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and on Wednesdays from 7:45 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. To schedule an appointment or for more information, students may call 342-1891.

The pre-entrance medical requirement for UW-Platteville may be fulfilled by either the Lifestyle Assessment Questionnaire or the standard physician's physical examination, or both. The Lifestyle Assessment Questionnaire is a multidimensional health inventory that provides the students with a confidential analysis of current health status and future risks, as well as suggestions for improvements. All students are expected to provide proof of immunizations. Students participating in intercollegiate sports are required to have a physical exam.

A student health insurance plan providing hospital, surgical, outpatient, and major medical coverage is available at a reasonable cost to students. Students are strongly encouraged to carry this health insurance plan or to arrange to be covered under other personal or family plans. Information concerning the student group insurance plan is available on campus and is sent to all registered students each fall. Enrollment details are available during registration or from Student Health Services. Students participating in intercollegiate sports are required to have health insurance.

Professional counselors provide free, confidential personal and academic counseling to students as the need arises. Services are directed toward helping students develop competence and confidence, manage emotions, enhance relationships, make decisions, and improve coping skills as they strive to meet their educational goals and achieve personal growth.

Areas of assistance cover emotional/social concerns, career assessment and decision-making, study skill development, stress management, depression and anxiety, and related issues. Tests and inventories are also available to facilitate the process.

In addition, standardized tests such as the ACT, GRE, CLEP, and MAT are administered through the Academic Testing Program, available through Counseling Services.

Counseling Services is located on the second floor of Royce Hall. Call 342-1865 for more information or explore our World Wide Web home page at http://www.uwplatt.edu/stuaffairs/counsel.

The university encourages students to organize, be active, and acquire life skills. Over 125 student clubs and organizations exist on campus and cover a variety of educational, social, cultural, and recreational interests.

Involvement in student organizations provides students with opportunities to explore career options, make new friends, and make a positive impact on campus life. From student governance to gaming and horticulture to hockey, there is an organization for everyone.

Student Activities Board (SAB) is the major student activities event-planning organization on campus. Popular programs such as homecoming, music, comedians, movies, and art gallery shows are selected and presented by student committees.

This student activity governance board consists of 12 committee chairs and many committee members. Each year SAB is allocated thousands of dollars in student fees to plan events and programs for the campus community. SAB also formulates and reviews policies regarding student programming on campus.

For information regarding current campus events or on how to get involved, call 342-1497 or stop by the SAB office in the Student Center.

Student Center: The Student Center is the center of campus life at the university. It is the ideal place to study, relax, or take advantage of a variety of food choices, entertainment, social, educational, cultural, and recreational events and activities.

Student and university organizations, as well as off-campus groups may reserve meeting rooms, conferences, banquets, and special events. Reservations and information can be obtained by calling 342-1451 or stopping by the Student Center.

Additional campus services provided by the Student Center include the University Bookstore, University Dining Services, Recreation Center, Copy Center, Harry Nohr Art Gallery, Information Center, student newspaper the Exponent, Pioneer Passport Office, and student governance offices.

Center for the Arts: The Center for the Arts provides a professional performing arts environment for the campus and community to experience the arts through classroom learning and quality cultural and performing arts performances.

The Center for the Arts hosts more than 150 fine arts events during the year including music theater, dance, drama, children's theater productions, orchestra concerts, choral performances, jazz bands, student recitals, the Performing Arts Series, and the Wisconsin Shakespeare Festival.

The facility includes a 578 seat concert hall, a 265 seat theater, box office, instrumental and vocal classrooms, dressing rooms, and scene and costume shops. Student and university organizations, university departments, as well as off campus groups may reserve the Center for the Arts for fine arts programming. For facility information or reservations, contact the Business Manager for the Arts at 342-1398 or stop by the Ullsvik Center.

Performing Arts Series: The Student Activities Board Performing Arts Series sponsors an annual series of outstanding professional fine arts events from symphony orchestras to musical theater. The performance schedule is designed by the SAB Performing Arts Committee. Past performances have included River North Dance, Oliver, the St. Paul Chamber Orchestra with Bobby McFerrin, the Glenn Miller Band, Ballet Met, and Don Giovanni.

Wisconsin Shakespeare Festival: The Center for the Arts is home to the Wisconsin Shakespeare Festival. Combining talent, experience, and an appreciation for the works of William Shakespeare, the Wisconsin Shakespeare Festival creates lifelong memories for the participants and the audience members. There are 37 performances at the UW-Platteville Center for the Arts from July through August. Call (608) 342-1298 for more information.

Technical Services: Technical Services is responsible for all physical lighting, and audiovisual set-ups in the Ullsvik Center and Center for the Arts. Technical Services also provides audio support for university sponsored events and ceremonies held on campus. To arrange for the technical support of an event, contact Technical Services at 342-1494 or stop by the Ullsvik Center.

University Bookstore: The University Bookstore is the campus store for all student needs. From school supplies, supplemental textbooks, lab manuals, and study guides, the University Bookstore assists students in meeting their academic goals. The University Bookstore is also the home for official UWP clothing; greeting cards, gift items, balloons, magazines, candy and snack items are also available to meet daily shopping needs on campus. The University Bookstore also offers a mail order computer software service at educational discounts for faculty and students. Stop by the University Bookstore located in the Ullsvik Center.

Textbook Center: Required textbooks are rented at the Textbook Center in Doudna Hall. Textbook rental fees are part of the segregated fees paid by students.

The Textbook Center aids students by furnishing texts in a cost-efficient manner. This provides students a more affordable avenue of textbook acquisition than that of having to buy texts for each course. However, students may buy their textbooks during scheduled book sales held each semester

Student Support Services: Through a federal grant from the U.S. Department of Education, Student Support Services provides support to students who think they might need extra help or who have not had the high school preparation necessary to succeed in college. Learning skill sessions, study skill groups, counseling, and tutoring are free to all qualified students.

Students qualify by being in one of the following groups: first-generation college student, income eligible student, or physically/learning disabled.

Students develop their own programs and determine the amount of time they will spend with the program. All sessions are arranged around work and class schedules.

University Tutoring Services: Tutoring Services offers tutoring to the entire student body for a wide variety of courses. Tutoring fees are minimal ($1.50 per hour), and tutoring is available to any student regardless of level or GPA. Students are limited to six hours per week of tutoring.

Tutors are UW-Platteville students who have a GPA of 2.75 or above and who have received either an A or a B or tested out of the course they are tutoring. Tutoring Services is located on the first floor of Warner Hall. Call 342-1556 for more information.

Writing Center: The Writing Center, located in 360 Gardner, provides free assistance to students who wish to improve their writing skills. Through one-on-one tutoring, students can receive help in grammar, writing, spelling, and vocabulary. Writing Center staff members provide critical analyses of essays, research papers, theses, and other writing projects assigned in any UW-Platteville class. They also help critique resumes, cover letters, application forms, and essays.

In addition, the Writing Center offers a writing resource library, a comprehensive computer lab, periodic writing workshops, and software to help non-native speakers improve their writing skills.

Tutors are UW-Platteville students who have either taken both semesters of freshman composition and traditional grammar (and received a B or above in all three), or tested out of those same three courses. The Writing Center is a service of the Humanities Department.