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MRC North 103 http://blue.utb.edu/sa/international (956) 882-7092 & 7983

The International/Multicultural Student Services Office assists international students in adjusting to their new environment and serves as a liaison between the foreign student, the university, and the community at large. Assistance is available regarding academic advisement, career exploration, immigration concerns, student employment, and referrals to campus and outside services. We encourage diverse learning experiences by providing activities which expose our students to a global perspective, which is designed to foster respect for different customs and cultures from around the world as well as here at home.

North Hall 119 http://www.lamp.utb.edu (956) 882-7351

The Leadership and Mentorship Program (LAMP) is designed to help students know and believe in themselves, stay in college, and learn how to take advantage of campus resources and opportunities. LAMP provides a professionally-supported, one-to-one relationship with a caring peer mentor. LAMP will connect students in various aspects of student life with support for their personal leadership and social development. LAMP will assist them in achieving their highest potential as they grow to become confident, competent, and civic-minded individuals by providing committed mentors who are passionate, consistent, and caring. LAMP wants our students to achieve their goals, become lifelong learners, build fruitful and satisfying relationships with others, and experience the challenges and rewards that make student life meaningful. LAMP is a free semester-long first year success program available to all freshmen.

Student Union 1.20 http://www.scorpiontation.utb.edu (956) 882-5141

The mission of the Scorpiontation Program is to facilitate the successful transition of undergraduate students to the university through programming that supports their academic success and personal development. Scorpiontation seeks to improve the university’s retention efforts and enhance student development by helping students feel welcomed, connected with their new environment, proud of their university and its traditions, cognizant of expectations, and aware of support services.

The $20.00 freshman Orientation fee covers expenses for the program. This fee is non-refundable and, if the student cancels or fails to attend (no show) there is a $15.00 additional cancellation /no show fee. Walk In: additional $10.

Student should complete the Scorpiontation reservation form and return it by the reservation deadline. Students should indicate their first, second and third session choices on the orientation form that comes with this brochure.  If the student decides to list only one choice, we will not guarantee a space for that date. Space is limited, so the student must have a confirmed reservation to attend Scorpiontation. A letter of confirmation will be mailed and will include the student’s orientation date, time and check-in information.

Family members are invited to attend Scorpiontation. Basic information about University policies, housing, financial aid and student services will be covered and a campus tour will be given. Family Fee: $10.00 per person For more information, contact the Dean of Students Office at the phone number above or visit the Dean of Students website at www.scorpiontation.utb.edu

The Village at Fort Brown http://www.micasa.utb.edu (956) 548-8794

The mission of Residential Life and Student Housing at UTB/TSC is to provide students with a comfortable living environment that prepares students for the future and actively promotes academic success. Highlighting Living and Learning, the Village at Fort Brown also provides students with facilities and services that support their educational experience both in and out of the classroom. We offer safe and well-maintained facilities along with onsite tutoring services for our students. We also have a trained professional and para-professional live-in staff dedicated to meeting the various needs of a vigorous and academically-centered living environment. We also offer a wide variety of developmental, social, and educational programs for professional and personal growth together with a timely and quick response to student needs.

North Hall 117 http://www.sting.utb.edu (956) 882-7200

The STING Peer Mentor Program offers entering freshman a retention support program that teaches students to believe in themselves, learn how to navigate the college environment, and teaches them how to take advantage of campus resources and opportunities. In each lab a peer mentor, staff instructor, and tutor meet with students on a weekly basis to deliver a college success curriculum which covers various topics that will teach students to succeed in college. Students also receive tutoring in their developmental area of need, which could include reading, writing or math. Outside of the lab, peer mentors and tutors are available to work with students on an individual basis during office hours. Students must enroll in NCB 1000 lab section to participate in the STING Success Peer Mentor Program.

All students who have not complied with the Texas Success Initiative policy (College Ready) must enroll in NCB 1000 lab section. Students must pass the state required test, which includes the THEA test or an approved alternative test. Students who fail to meet one of the minimum passing scores in reading, writing, or math in the state required exam must register in NCB 1000 lab section. Students who are exempt or pass all sections of the state required test do not need to register in NCB 1000. NCB 1000 is a non-credit based course and students receive an S for Satisfactory or U for Unsatisfactory on their transcript. Students who receive a U on their transcript for NCB 1000 lab and are deficient in one of three areas (reading, writing or math) must register for NCB 1000 the following semester. Students are exempt from the NCB 1000 only if they receive an S on their transcript or pass all parts of the state required exam.

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