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UNM Campus Support Systems

LEARNING SUPPORT AND COUNSELING SERVICES
Located at 2021 Mesa Vista Hall, 277-3506, the Educational Diagnostician offers an educational diagnostic evaluation in the areas of intellectual expectancy, academic achievement, and auditory and visual processing abilities. Most full diagnostic evaluations are designed specifically for students suspected of having a learning disability. Following all evaluations, an extensive written report is compiled and reviewed with the student. Working with the counseling services, the diagnostic unit will assist in providing any services to better enable the student to attain academic fulfillment.

A student-athlete who has been diagnosed with or suspects they may have a learning disability is highly encouraged to meet with his/her athletic academic advisor immediately. This will give the student-athlete the opportunity to receive specific information on how he/she can seek assistance through our Accessibility Services Center.

General Library
The general library at the University of New Mexico includes Zimmerman Library, Fine Arts Library, the Center for Southwest Research, Parish Memorial Library and the Centennial Science and Engineering Library. For library hours, call 277-2003. Also, located on the North Campus are the Medical and Law Libraries. The libraries include:

Zimmerman Library
http://eLibrary.unm.edu/zimmerman/

Center for Southwest Research
http://www.unm.edu/~cswrref/enghome.html

Parish Memorial Library
http://elibrary.unm.edu/pmleref/

Fine Arts Library
http://elibrary.unm.edu/falref/

Centennial Science and Engineering Library
http://elibrary2.unm.edu/csel/

Health Science Center Library
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Law Library
http://lawschool.unm.edu/library/frame/lawlib.html

CENTER FOR ACADEMIC PROGRAM SUPPORT
(CAPS-3rd Floor-Zimmerman Library), 277-4560
CAPS offers a variety of academic support services, free of charge to students. One-on-one tutoring is provided for most undergraduate courses and for study and library strategies. Students may make appointments at the CAPS reception area or by telephone. In addition to the one-on-one tutoring, walk-in services are available for algebra, calculus, chemistry, and physics classes. The Writing Lab provides tutorial instruction for students writing papers for any undergraduate course. English as a Second Language (ESL) tutors are also available in the Writing Lab. Other services include workshops, study groups, and exam review sessions. CAPS tutors participate in a nationally certified training program that emphasizes tutoring and content-area skills. CAPS also houses a program for students with learning disabilities.

COMPUTER & INFORMATION RESOURCES & TECHNOLOGY:
Computer & Information Resources & Technology (CIRT) provides network computing and data communication services and support for the UNM community. Services include e-mail, Internet access, dial-up services, public computer labs (called pods), academic computing, NetID authentication, and the CIRT Support Center (277-4848 or e-mail support@unm.edu). The CIRT building is located at 2701 Lomas Blvd. NE. CIRT’s Web site (it.unm.edu) provides information about services and support available.

CAREER COUNSELING AND PLACEMENT:
Located at the Student Services Center (2nd floor-Rm. 220), 277-2531, career.unm.edu
Career Services provides comprehensive services and resources to assist UNM students exploring career options, gaining career-related experience while in college, and pursuing career objectives upon graduation. Career counseling and testing are available for students who are undecided about an academic major or appropriate career options. Occupational information is available in the Career Resources Library to assist with the career decision making process, as well.

The Cooperative Education and Internship Program provides opportunities for students to explore options, develop valuable knowledge and skills, spend time in the world of work, and gain college credit in paid local and national positions. Students who take advantage of these opportunities find that they are better prepared and more competitive for the job market when coming to the end of their degree programs. Recruiters from government agencies, business and industry and school systems also come to campus to recruit undergraduate and graduate students for a variety of co-op and post-graduation positions through on-campus interviews and various career fairs during the academic year.

Workshops are available on Internet job search techniques, resume writing, and interview preparation. The Career Resources Library is full of employer literature, books on occupational information, directories of companies and graduate schools, job listings, and more. For those pursuing teaching career and graduate school, a credentials file service is offered. Computers are available at the Career Resource Library. Our web site is maintained by students for students with information on the Career Expo, Educator Fair, part and full-time job postings, interviewing schedules and more.

Services are available to all students, of all majors and degree levels. Fees are charged for some of the services. For example, there is a $15.00 one-time fee (subject to change) for those registering for Cooperative Education or placement services. Career Services has a web-based database system for easy access to career planning information, registration with Career Services, and student resumes for employers to download. All students are encouraged to visit Career Services early in their UNM experience.

STUDENT-ATHLETE ADVISORY COMMITTEE (SAAC)
PURPOSE:
The purpose of the committee is to provide an opportunity for student-athletes to voice their concerns about and offer input on issues which affect their university careers as students and athletes. The committee will provide a vehicle for student-athletes to provide input on university policies, practices and decisions that affect the University?s athletic program and existing or proposed NCAA and conference rules and regulations.

MEMBERSHIP:
The committee shall be comprised of a representative from each Universitysponsored sport engaged in intercollegiate competition. Each representative shall be selected by their respective team members or by other means acceptable to team members, as soon as possible after the beginning of school each Fall. However, a representative must have completed one academic year at the University. Athletes shall be advised in writing when they report to school in the Fall of the existence of the committee, the right to select a representative, and the date of the first meeting.

CHAIRPERSON:
The committee shall select a member as chairperson at its first meeting each Fall. The chairperson shall call and preside over each meeting after consultation with any other officers that the committee shall elect. Unless the committee elects another member, the chairperson shall serve as the committee?s liaison to the Athletic Council. The liaison shall be a non-voting member of the Athletic Council.

SECRETARY:
The committee shall select a member as secretary at its first meeting each Fall. The secretary shall keep the minutes of each meeting and circulate them to the members of the committee in a timely manner following each meeting.

MEETINGS:
The committee shall hold at least one meeting per month during the semester. The dates and times of such meeting shall be determined by the committee, except that the first meeting each Fall shall be called by the Athletic Director.

LIFE SKILLS
Although, today?s student-athletes are on campus with their peers, they may not have the same opportunities to attend on-campus life skill lectures which are available to the general student body. Therefore, the University of New Mexico has set up its life skills program in conjunction with the requirements set forth by the NCAA. Its goals and objectives are to:

  • Provide academic, educational, and cultural support systems for all UNM student-athletes;
  • Facilitate the professional, social and personal growth of all student-athletes;
  • Support and encourage positive, responsible lifestyles for UNM studentathletes;
  • Ensure sufficient opportunities for student-athletes to positively contribute to both local and University communities;
  • Strive for equity and diversity that will allow student-athletes at the University to foresee their occupation of choice through successful completion of a degree program and;
  • Work diligently while ascribing to the goals and objectives stated by the Life Skills Program.UNM?s Athletic Department requires that all student-athletes attend the scheduled seminars.Each year, the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC), along with the Life Skills advisory committee, determine the seminars and community service projects for participants involved in the Life Skills program. (Dates and times will be announced at the beginning of the Fall semester).Topics for the seminars will be picked to fulfill the five commitments of personal growth. These points include: academic excellence, athletics excellence, personal development, community service and career development. Topics to be covered will include but is not limited to the following: study skills, goal setting, time management, stress management, sexual responsibility, substance abuse, community outreach and career development.
  • ATHLETIC COUNCIL TEAM LIAISONS
    The main mission of the Athletic Council, a Standing Committee of the Faculty Senate, is the close monitoring of the academic and business integrity of the Athletic Program at UNM and the close supervision of the welfare of studentathletes at UNM. To further this mission, the Athletic Council has implemented a policy of assigning one Athletic Council Member to each intercollegiate sport. Each liaison meets with their respective team?s head coach to discuss issues of interest to the coach and to the student-athletes. The liaison will often meet with the team as a whole, and provide each athlete with a direct link to the Athletic Council if any concerns arise. The liaisons also provide information to the teams on the current activities of the Athletic Council, and they coordinate any business of the Athletic Council with that particular team. Summaries of these team liaison meetings are reported as part of the regular minutes of the Athletic Council. These minutes are available on the Athletic Council website, which can be found at the following address: https://facgov.unm.edu/senate/athletic/.  Student-athletes are encouraged to contact their team liaison directly to voice any concerns or questions they might have related to their respective sport.FOOTBALL
    Rob Duncan
    277-4507
    duncan@unm.edu

    MEN’S AND WOMEN’S BASKETBALL
    Monica Cyrino
    277-4771
    pandora@unm.edu

    MEN’S AND WOMEN’S SOCCER
    Janet Poole
    272-8276
    jlpoole@unm.edu

    VOLLEYBALL AND MEN’S AND WOMEN’S GOLF
    Ken Frandsen
    277-7402
    kfrandsn@unm.edu

    MEN’S AND WOMEN’S TENNIS
    Leslie Oakes
    277-8442
    oakes@mgt.unm.edu

    SWIMMING AND MEN’S AND WOMEN’S SKIING
    Fred Hashimoto
    272-2147
    hashi@unm.edu

    TRACK AND FIELD/CROSS
    COUNTRY
    Paul Steele
    277-6214
    psteele@unm.edu

    BASEBALL AND SOFTBALL
    Richard Gonzales
    277-4815
    gonzales@law.unm.edu

    UNM STUDENT LETTERMEN’S ASSOCIATION
    Become a part of the UNM Team!

    Eligibility: ALL UNM Student Athletes

    Purpose: Camaraderie with UNM varsity team athletes through social community service events. Build network and career relationships with Alumni Lettermen.

    Membership: $5/academic year

    Meetings: September to May; FREE Pizza and Soft Drinks at Meetings

    Events: Run for Relief: to benefit children cancer victims (raised $3K last year)

    Annual Easter Egg Hunt: UNM Campus Community
    Roadrunner Food Bank
    Spring Storm
    Habitat for Humanity
    Alumni Lettermen Events

    Contact: Kim Feldman, UNM Student Lettermen Association Adviser, 277-9092

    CULTURAL RESOURCES
    AFRICAN-AMERICAN STUDENT SERVICES:
    Located at Mesa Vista Hall (Rm. 1130), 277-5645, e-mail: aass@unm.edu, fax: 277-4095.

    The African American Student Services Center offers academic and career advisement; admission and registration assistance; scholarships and employment information; and referrals to other campus services. The center serves as a liaison with other UNM departments such as Career Counseling & Placement, Student Mental Health, Student Services and Academic Advising. The center also has a conference room which houses books and additional resource information. The conference room may be reserved for meetings or group study sessions. Students may use computers and office typewriters, and make local calls at no cost. The center houses the Black Student Union, National Society of Black Engineers (NB), NAACP Campus Chapter, and UNM gospel choir. Information is available on historically Black Sororities and Fraternities. Student organizations along with the Center sponsor workshops, talks, and projects relating to the African American Culture. Hours are 8:00 a.m. ? 5:00 p.m. on weekdays. All African American student-athletes must make an appointment with the director of African American Student Services to learn more about the Center within 30 days of enrollment at UNM.

    African American Student Services, the Department of Athletics, and members of the African American community have collaborated to establish a leadership program for African American student-athletes. The program has been developed to assist African American students in making a successful transition to the University of New Mexico and to enhance their overall collegiate experience. A primary component of the program involves the assignment of a successful member of the African American community to mentor an entering African American student-athlete. Information regarding this program is available in the office of the Director of African American Student Services, the office of the Director of Athletics, and the Athletic Academic Advising Center.

    EL CENTRO DE LA RAZA (Hispanic Student Services):
    Located in Mesa Vista Hall (Rm 1153), 277-5020, 277-5029, elcentro@unm.edu The Hispanic Student Services Center provides advocacy for students in their dealings with the University. Opportunity is available for counseling and referrals concerning admissions, recruitment, financial aid and numerous other academic and personal matters. The program also houses the student organization of the United Mexican American Students (U.M.A.S.).

    AMERICAN INDIAN STUDENT SERVICES: Located in Mesa Vista Hall (Rm. 1119), 277-6343.
    The goal of the program is to assist American Indian students enrolled at UNM. American Indian Student Services works closely with departmental units, colleges and other tribal and non-tribal agencies to recruit and retain American Indian college students. The program facilitates special meetings for American Indian students with their tribal representatives, along with providing assistance in admission and tribal scholarships. Information on special grants, mental health counseling, child care and housing is also available. Workshops are often provided in conjunction with career placement and local and national American Indian Affairs.

    The Kiva Club is housed at American Indian Student Services to provide cultural and social awareness among UNM students for the unique contributions of their diverse tribal heritages.

    HOUSING AT UNM
    The University of New Mexico provides a variety of programs and living options to meet the diverse needs, interests, experience, and maturity of the student-athlete. The following table provides a selection of on campus options at a glance. You may also want to visit the Residence Hall web site: https://housing.unm.edu/residence-halls/index.html for more descriptive information including how to obtain an application and what to bring. The site will also provide you with information about room and meal plan changes as well as rules and regulations. Student Family Housing at 961 Buena Vista is available to married student-athletes or student-athletes with domestic partners or dependents.

    A meal plan is required for most residents. Freshman assigned to apartments are required to have a meal plan; however, upper classmen living in apartments may purchase, but do not have to have a meal plan.

    Residence Hall students may purchase Parking Permits from Housing during check in for the limited on campus parking designated for residence halls. If you plan to live on campus, do not purchase a parking permit from Parking Services. These are designated for commuters.

    When applying for housing, submit a copy of your award letter by June 1st or as soon as possible for the fall semester and by December 1st for the spring semester. A $100 damage deposit is required when submitting the housing application. The application and inquiries should be directed to:

    University of New Mexico Fax (505)277-4712
    Housing Reservations Office Tele (505)277-2606
    201 La Posada e-mail reshalls@unm.edu Albuquerque, NM 87131-3151

    PARKING AT UNM
    All weekday parking on campus is by paid permit or parking meter. Permit display or meter payment is required between 7:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday and until 6:00 p.m. on Fridays. For current permit availability and rates, contact Parking and Transportation Services by calling 277-1938. A free shuttle system brings students from most outlying parking lots to the core campus. Complete shuttle system information is available online at pats.unm.edu.

    If you suffer a debilitating injury that meets the State of New Mexico?s standards for Handicapped Parking, accessible parking is available. Temporary permits for injuries lasting one month or less may be obtained only with the authorization of the Student Health Center. If the condition will last longer than one month, you must obtain a temporary or permanent placard from the State Motor Vehicles Division.

    As representatives of the Athletics Department and the University of New Mexico, it is imperative that the student-athletes adhere to all parking regulations and settle any citations promptly.

    SAFETY AT UNM
    Safety Tips On Campus
    College campuses are not exempt from crime. Students, faculty and staff can make the UNM community a safer place to live, learn and work by taking common sense precautions, being alert, and looking out for others. A safe campus starts with you:

  • Go out with a friend, not alone, especially if you?re headed for a late night snack or study break.
  • Walk purposefully. Look confident. Watch where you are going. Be alert to your surroundings.
  • Use well-lighted, well-traveled areas and try to walk with friends.
  • Avoid shortcuts through isolated areas.
  • Lock all doors and close all windows when leaving your car, whether it?s for a few minutes or several hours.
  • Have keys ready when you approach your car. Check car for intruders before entering and lock door immediately after getting into your car.
  • Always lock your bike or motorcycle when leaving it unattended, even if it?s only for a few minutes.
  • List only first initials and last name in telephone directories.
  • Hang up immediately on obscene phone calls.
  • Don?t keep large sums of money in your office, dorm or apartment.
  • Lock doors and windows, even if you?re just going out for dinner.If you are a victim of a crime or feel threatened by another person, call campus police (277-2241) immediately. You may save someone else from being a victim.

    Security Escort Service
    Campus Police, 277-2241. If you feel you need an escort to your car, the UNM Child Care Center, residence hall or classroom, there are campus police security aides available. The escort service may only be initiated from Student Family Housing, main and north campus property. For your safety, make sure you specify your location to the dispatcher. Service is provided on a first-come, first served basis and a wait may be necessary. If you are concerned at any time about your safety, call the Campus Police at 277-2241. Escort service is provided 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

    BICYCLES & SKATEBOARDS
    Bicycles must be parked in the bicycle racks provided (U-locks are strongly recommended), not locked to trees, signposts, or other property. You are encouraged to register your bike with the Campus Police at Hokona Hall, 277-2241. Bicycles are not allowed inside buildings, except designated dormitory bicycle parking areas. Bicycle riding is permitted only on designated bike paths and is prohibited in pedestrian areas indicated as dismount areas in Bicycling at UNM: Map and Regulations. Enforcement is suspended on Saturdays, Sundays and UNM holidays. Skateboards are banned from the entire campus at all times.Skates, which includes roller blades, roller skates, and inline skates are permitted on campus only on Saturdays, Sundays and UNM holidays. Skates may not be used inside buildings, in dismount areas or on designated bike paths. Bikes and skates are to be used on the ground only and may not be used on walls, benches, fountains, or other structures. Persons violating UNM?s non-motorized vehicles policy are subject to sanction under the applicable UNM Code of Conduct and/or arrest by UNM Police for violation of state law. The entire UNM policy regarding use of bicycles, skateboards, and skates can be found in Bicycling at UNM: Map & Regulations, available from the UNM Police Department, Hokona Hall, or the Student Activities Center, Student Services Center 280.