Family and Supporters Guide | University of Minnesota Morris

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Family and Supporters Guide
This guide outlines the many offices, programs, and resources that can help you as the family member of a UMN Morris student.
Welcome to the UMN Morris Community
We’re excited to welcome you to the UMN Morris community! You may have questions about UMN Morris, its programs and services that are available to you and your student, and how to best help your student succeed here. This guide outlines the many offices, programs, and resources that can help you as the family member or supporter of a UMN Morris student.
Family Portal
The UMN Morris Family Portal is your connection to the information you need when you need it. In the portal, you can do all of the following.
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Family Portal
Academic Calendar
Resources for Families and Supporters
College Finances and Student Records
Student Health and Wellbeing
Student Resources
College Finances and Student Records
Financial Aid Status
Students should check their financial aid status in late July for their official financial aid offer. Consider talking to your student about budgeting, loan borrowing, and student employment.
Learn more about Financial Aid Status
Billing & Payment
A few days after classes begin, billing emails will be sent to students and individuals with parent/guest access. Students are billed for one semester of charges; the bill is due in full by mid-September, or students can opt in to the payment plan and pay in three installments for a nominal fee.
Learn more about Billing and Payment
Direct Deposit
Students should set up direct deposit for their student employment paychecks and for any financial aid funds that exceed the charges on their student account.
Learn more about Direct Deposit
Parent/Guest Access
Students will need to grant access for parents or guests to be able to pay their bills or view information about their student accounts, financial aid, grades, class schedule, or holds.
Learn more about Parent/Guest Access
Questions?
One Stop Student Services is your go-to source for student information and services regarding financial aid, billing, payment, student employment, registration, student records, U Cards, and veterans benefits.
One Stop Student Services
105 Behmler Hall
320-589-6046
1-800-922-8863
Office hours: 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m., Monday–Friday.
Learn more about One Stop
Student Health and Wellbeing
Health and Wellness
Resources like the
Morris Let’s Thrive program
, are available to UMN Morris students to support their health and foster well-being for success in college and in life.
Health Service
In partnership with the Stevens Community Medical Center, this on-campus health clinic provides medical care, lab tests, immunizations, and some prescriptions. A student health and wellness fee supports all out-of-pocket and co-pay costs. Students are required to have health plan coverage to ensure that they have access to medical care and to maintain good health.
Learn more about health insurance
.
Contact Health Service at
320-589-6070
.
Disability Resource Center
UMN Morris is committed to providing equitable access to learning opportunities for all students. Disability Resource Center staff collaborate with students who have disabilities to provide and/or arrange reasonable academic and residential accommodations and provide support for students with physical, psychological, and/or cognitive disabilities.
Contact Disability Resource Center at
320-589-6178
.
Student Counseling and Wellness
Student Counseling is here to help students meet the challenges of college, address mental health issues, and transition to adulthood. Counselors provide confidential services to all students, free of charge, including short-term, individual, personal, or undecided major/career counseling. Services are offered to Minnesota residents via tele-medicine during the remote learning period.
Wellness at UMN Morris encourages healthy living through resources like Peer Health Educators, the
Violence Prevention Program
, and
Morris Healthy Eating
.
Contact Student Counseling at
320-589-6060
.
Public Safety
Students rate UMN Morris in the top 10 percent of colleges nationwide for their sense of safety and security. Licensed, uniformed campus police officers and security staff provide proactive patrol, crime prevention, safety programs, safe escort services, parking, law enforcement, and emergency services 24 hours a day. As part of Public Safety, students are automatically registered for SAFE-U alerts. SAFE-U is the University of Minnesota System’s mass notification system that enables Public Safety to quickly communicate about campus-related emergencies, like severe weather or a dangerous situation. Students can register their family members for SAFE-U.
Contact Public Safety at
320-589-6000
.
Student Resources
Student Success Center
The Student Success Center (SSC) is home to Learning Assistance (tutoring, Peer Assisted Learning), Academic Advising, First Year Experience, Transfer Student Services, Career Services, and the Disability Resource Center. The SSC can assist students with setting and refining goals, planning their path to graduation, and finding academic opportunities. The SSC also connects students with advisers, faculty, and other resources at UMN Morris and in the Morris community.
Contact the SSC at
320-589-6178
.
One Stop Student Services
One Stop Student Services helps to support your student’s academic career by providing expert advice regarding financial aid, billing, payment, student employment, registration, student records, and veterans benefits. The One Stop strives to work through the big picture and anticipate student needs in each interaction. This empowers students to make informed decisions, ensuring optimal student outcomes.
Contact the One Stop.
Academic Center for Enrichment
Known as ACE, the Academic Center for Enrichment is your student’s one-stop-shop for academic enrichment opportunities—study abroad, National Student Exchange, the McNair Scholars Program, the Honors Program, undergraduate research, and national fellowships and scholarships.
Contact ACE at
320-589-7014
.
Office of Equity, Diversity, and Intercultural Programs
The Office of Equity, Diversity, and Intercultural (EDI) Programs provides academic, social, and cultural support services to students. Programs include the Multi-Ethnic Student Program, Gateway, International Student Program, and LGBTQIA2S+ Life. EDI works with campus partners to meet students’ needs, foster inclusive diversity, and promote intercultural competence for all students.
Contact EDI at
320-589-6095
.
Native American Student Success
The Native American Student Success (NASS) program provides first-year college transition support, peer mentors, and cultural resources for Native American undergraduates. It also presents campus-wide cultural programs hosting Native elders, aunties, artists, and leaders.
Contact Chip Beal, NASS Director, at
[email protected]
or
320-589-7042
.
Summit Scholars
This U.S. Department of Education-supported program, part of TRIO Student Support Services, promotes access, equal opportunity, and success for students who are the first generation of their family to attend college, students who are low income, and students who have disabilities. Summit Scholars offers personal, social, academic, financial, career and graduate school resources and support for college success.
Contact
[email protected]
and share how you would like a response (e-mail, chat, text, or phone call).
Office of Residential Life
The Office of Residential Life (ORL) oversees on-campus living opportunities. It provides students with respectful, diverse, and inclusive living communities that enhance students’ personal development and academic success.
Contact ORL at
320-589-6475
.
Student Activities
The Office of Student Activities promotes student involvement in campus activities and events. It coordinates more than 120 student groups, new student orientation, intramural athletics, student government, nationally known performing artists and lecturers, and other campus events. It’s a one-stop resource for student organizations and programming.
Contact Student Activities at
320-589-6080
.
Intercollegiate Athletics
One in four UMN Morris students is involved in varsity athletics. UMN Morris offers 19 sports for men and women. Cougar athletes compete in the Upper Midwest Athletic Conference and NCAA Division III. All students can cheer on the Cougars at home games and meets at no charge. Go Cougs!
Contact Athletics at
320-589-6425
.
Clifford J. Benson Center for Community Partnerships
Through the Clifford J. Benson Center for Community Partnerships, students can engage with the local community in meaningful, reciprocal, course-based, and co-curricular partnerships—including research projects, service learning courses, community-building events, and volunteer programs.
Contact the Clifford J. Benson Center for Community Partnerships at
320-589-6451
.
Academics
Academic Programs
Assessment Schedule
Assessment Templates and Instructions
Assessment Structure and Contacts
Assessment Canvas Page
Assessment FAQ
Degree in Three
Academic Support
Student Success Center
Academic Alert
Academic Advising
Advising Toolkit
Change Your Major, Minor, and/or Adviser
Major/Minor Planning Tips
Academic Planning: Art History
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Academic Planning: Chemistry
Academic Planning: Communication, Media, and Rhetoric
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Academic Planning: Environmental Studies
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Academic Planning: Geology
Academic Planning: History
Academic Planning: Human Services
Academic Planning: Latin American Area Studies
Academic Planning: Mathematics
Academic Planning: Medieval and Ancient Studies
Academic Planning: Music
Academic Planning: Native American and Indigenous Studies Major
Academic Planning: Philosophy
Academic Planning: Physics
Academic Planning: Political Science
Academic Planning: Psychology
Academic Planning: Secondary Education (Licensure)
Academic Planning: Social Science
Academic Planning: Sociology
Academic Planning: Spanish
Academic Planning: Sport Management
Academic Planning: Statistics
Academic Planning: Studio Art
Academic Planning: Theatre Arts
Pre-Professional Program Planning Worksheets
Transferology
What is APAS?
World Language Placement
Advising: What to Expect
Exploring Major Options
Contact Advising
Disability Resource Center
Student Information & Resources
Faculty Information & Resources
Peer-Assisted Learning (PAL)
Tutoring
Quantitative Learning Center (QLC)
DIY Learning Resources
Don't Cancel that Class Initiative
Career Services
Find Jobs and Internships
Resumes & Cover Letters
Fairs & Events
Resources for Employers
The Cougar Closet
Contact Career Services
Hasselmo Language Teaching Center
International Film Collection
International TV via satellite
Reservation Procedures & Guidelines
Course Textbook Sites
Frequently Asked Questions
Basic Information
Small Classes; Big Rewards
Library
Academic Enrichment
Fellowships and Awards
Academic Center for Enrichment
Research Guide for Books and Materials
Honors Program
Council on Undergraduate Research
National Student Exchange
Academic Advising
Financial Aid
Contact ACE
What Is a Liberal Arts Education and How Will It Benefit You?
Academic Divisions
Division of Education
National & State Accreditation
Communication of Concern Information
Contact the Division of Education
Division of the Humanities
Current Faculty Resources
Other Language Programs
English as a Second Language
Why Study Humanities?
Humanities Every Day
Contact the Division of Humanities
Division of Science and Mathematics
Science and Math Resources
Laboratory Safety
Science & Math Graduation Photos
Guidelines for the Governance of the Division of Science and Mathematics
Science & Math Clubs
Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation (LSAMP)
Contact the Division of Science & Mathematics
Division of the Social Sciences
Current Social Science Faculty Resources
Hinds Folk Art Collection
Contact the Division of Social Science
Academic Research and Creative Activity
Season and Ticket Information
Choral Ensembles
Symphonic Winds Instrumental Chamber Music
Chamber Orchestra
Jazz Ensemble
Admission Requirements for the Elementary Education Program
Cooperating Teachers and University Supervisors
Elementary Education: Admission Appeals Process
On-Campus Research Opportunities
Secondary Education: Admission Appeals Process
Doctor of Occupational Therapy-Planning Guide
Doctor of Physical Therapy-Planning Guide
Planning Guide
Planning Guide
Student Opportunities
Undergraduate Research Symposium
URS Resources
TK20 for Students
Show Archive
UMN Morris Online
UMN Morris Online: High School Program (PSEO)
UMN Morris Online: Students from another UMN Campus
UMN Morris Online: Non-UMN Students
UMN Morris Online: Current Morris Students
UMN Morris Online: Course Offerings
UMN Morris Online: Frequently Asked Questions
UMN Morris Online: Student Resources
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UMN Morris Online: Proctored Exams
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David C. Johnson Independence Hall
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Themed Engagement Floors
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Submit a Work Request
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Housing FAQ
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The Office of Residential Life
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Health and Wellness
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Morris Let's Thrive
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Find off campus resources
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Information for Parents
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Student Health Benefit Plan - Summary Plan Description
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You Can Make a Difference: Violence Prevention and Bystander Intervention
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Family and Supporters Guide
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Math Placement Exam
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Campus Community Overview
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Stevens County Food Assessment
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Musical Minnesota Story Map
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The EcoStation
Our Sustainability Partners
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Office of Sustainability
Contact the Office of Sustainability
Equity, Diversity and Intercultural Programs
EDI Programs
Affiliated Student Organizations
Native American Student Life
Opportunities for Development
Disability Access & Culture Series
Pathways
Summit Scholars
EDI Resources
Reserve MRC Space
Contact EDI
Native American Student Life
Native American Student Success Program
NASS Welcome
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Student Affairs Offices
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Native American Alumni Leaders
American Indian Tuition Waiver
Student Life Initiatives
Salt Springs Travel Funds
American Indian Advisory Committee
UMM Catalyst: Funding Extraordinary Opportunities
Concerned About a Student
Student Affairs Resources
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Contact Student Affairs
International Student Program
New International Student
Arrival Form
Arrival Information
International Welcome Week
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Studying at UMN Morris
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On/Off Campus Employment
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