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2007-2008 First-Year & Transfer Checklist

Welcome to Pacific Lutheran University! You are strongly encouraged to utilize this resource page containing details associated with your registration at PLU. Each section reflects important information and requirements you may have already completed or need to complete. Unless otherwise noted, the Student Services Center, located in Hauge Administration Building Rm. 102, will be glad to assist you with any questions or concerns. If you do not complete the requirements regarding medical history records, immunizations, official transcripts, Payment Contracts, or financial aid, the University will place a HOLD(s) on your student account. The HOLD(s) will restrict you from certain University privileges, including the right to be registered or to continue enrollment.

ePass
Have you created your ePass (your PLU email)? Go to the ePass website and follow the instructions.
·  Did you know the primary means of communication for faculty and staff is utilizing students’ PLU email?
·  Did you know you could forward your PLU email to your own favorite account?

LuteCard
Have you obtained your LuteCard (ID Card) at the Concierge Desk? It is located in the Library until August 15.
·  After August 15th, the Concierge Desk will move back to its original location in the University Center (main floor).

PLU ID Number & PIN (Personal Identification Number)
Do you know your PLU ID Number and your PIN (Personal Identification Number)?
·  Did you know it is your responsibility to give your PLU ID# and PIN to your parent/spouse/or a significant other if you want them to have access to your financial aid and student account information? Without both identification numbers, information cannot be released.

Vehicle Information
Did you know that if you park in the university parking lots, your vehicle must be registered with Campus Safety?
·  You can register online at the Campus Safety website in early August!
·  There are designated parking lots. You will be ticketed if you do not comply with the Vehicle Parking Regulations.

Health Forms
Have you turned in your Medical History Record and are you up to date with immunizations? Questions? Contact the Student Health Center at 253.535.7337.
·  You should carry your Health Insurance Card with you while attending PLU.
·  Does the University have an emergency phone number and contact person listed for you?

A.W.G.Dewar Tuition Refund Plan
Have you considered the optional A.W.G. Dewar Tuition Refund plan?
·  In the event of an emergency (such as personal injury or illness), and if a full withdrawal from PLU is medically necessary, this plan covers tuition, room and meals.
·  To apply, go to www.collegerefund.com. At the menu, select Pacific Lutheran University.

Housing Contracts and Meal Plans
First year students, who will be living on-campus, are required to sign a Housing Contract and Meal Plan online here. When you electronically sign your housing contract, you are automatically signed up for the meal plan The Lute Choice. It offers approximately 3 meals a day. If that’s okay with you - you're done and you don't have to do anything else. However, there are other options! If you'd like to choose one of them, you'll also need to complete a 2007-2008 Optional Meal Plan Contract online. Read these contracts carefully before you submit them! There are deadlines for changing or canceling meal plans.

Transcripts
·  Have you sent PLU your final Official High School Transcript with final grades and your graduation date?
·  Have you sent PLU all official transcripts from other colleges/universities you have attended?

Registration and Deadlines
Do you know that once you have initially registered for classes, and if you decide to rearrange your schedule, you should check with your Summer Registration Counselor, Academic Advisor or the Academic Advising Office for assistance?
·  Do you know the deadlines for adding/dropping classes or declaring the pass/fail option? Visit www.plu.edu/academics and go to General Class Schedule Info.
·  Do you know the deadlines for a full withdrawal from the university? Visit www.plu.edu/academics and go to PLU Catalog 2006-2007 (online), then to Tuition, Fees & Payment Info.

Verification of Enrollment
Did you know that the Student Services Center verifies enrollment and sends requests for medical insurance, auto insurance and military dependence information to your providers? Contact Patty Sunderland at 253.535.8029.

Veteran’s Assistance
Did you know that the Student Services Center has a counselor available for veteran’s assistance?
·  Contact Neshell Chabot at 253.535.8317 or Patty Sunderland at 253.535.8029.

2007-2008 Student Planner
Did you know the Daily Planner and Student Handbook have daily and monthly calendars pre-printed with important PLU information?
·   Residential students will receive a planner during move-in. New off-campus students will receive a planner during orientation or you can get a copy in the Student Services Center, Student Involvement and Leadership or ASPLU on or after September 4th.

Payment Contracts
Did you sign and return your 2007-2008 Payment Contract? If you need to submit a copy, go to the SSVC website and click on Downloadable Documents.
·   If you selected the Monthly Payment Plan, did you contact Tuition Management Services to set up payments?
·   If you selected Payment in Full, did you know your payment is due on August 25, 2007?
·   If you selected Financial Aid and Other Resources Cover Costs Plan, did you know you are responsible for your financial aid and other resources being applied to your student account by September 30, 2007 for Fall?
·   If you will have a credit balance for fall and would like a refund, please go to the section below titled Refunds.
·   Did you submit an Address Confirmation Form? If not, go to the Student Services Center and click on Downloadable Documents.

Financial Aid
Did you accept or decline your Offer of Financial Aid on Banner Web? If not, return the paper copy to the Student Services Center or the Financial Aid Office.
·   Revised Offers of Financial Aid are sent by email, directing you to view changes on Banner Web.
·   If you received a letter indicating you were selected for verification, have you submitted the required documents? Go to the Finacial Aid website and click on Downloadable Documents.
·   If you accepted a Subsidized/Unsubsidized Stafford Student Loan, did you select a Lender and submit your Lender’s Master Promissory Note online?
·   Have you gone online at mapping-your-future.org to complete the required Entrance Interview for your subsidized/unsubsidized student loan(s)?
·    If you want information about Alternative Loans, you can go to www.pluprivate.collegelenderlist.com.
·   If you accepted a Parent Loan (PLUS), did your parents go online and submit the application for the loan?
·   If you were awarded any outside scholarships, did you notify the Financial Aid Office? Your outside scholarships will be divided between semesters and is the student’s responsibility to see that outside scholarships arrive on time.
·   If your outside scholarships require a Verification of Enrollment, please contact Barb Zettel.
·   If you accepted a Perkins or a Nursing Loan, did you know you would receive an email from the Perkins/Nursing Loan Office in August explaining the requirements and how to sign electronically for your loan?
·   If you were awarded a Washington State Need Grant or an Educational Opportunity Grant, did you sign the Student Directive? Go to the Finacial Aid website and click on Downloadable Documents.

Refunds
Refund Request Forms can be downloaded at the Student Services website (click on Downloadable Documents) or come into the Student Services Center. Processing for student account refunds begins after the 10th day of classes and continues throughout the semester.
·   Due to the heavy volume of requests at the beginning of each semester, you should keep yourself financially prepared until your refund is processed.
·   If a student has a Parent Loan (PLUS) on their financial aid award, the parent borrowing the loan must also sign the form.

Student Employment/Career Development
Are you interested in a campus job? You can view job postings at the Student Employment website!
·   There are forms you will need to complete prior to your employment. The Federal I-9 Form with original identification (see form for details) must be presented to the employer and a Federal W-4 Form to indicate the amount of estimated taxes to be withheld from each paycheck.
·   Did you know there are off-campus positions available in the community under the State Work Study Program?
·   Do you need a resume for employment? Visit ths Career Develpment!

Plan for New Student Orientation! Residence Halls open at 9 am on Thursday, August 30 and Orientation events begin at 3:30 pm. Parents and families are invited for special programs on Thursday and Friday. Check out the online orientation schedule and click here for local hotel information.