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Show wsusignpost.com Orientation 2004 .Z r I -roosts IBooEi-lbuyiiig blues eased by koo'isSot'e, alternatives By CANDICE DALLIN business editor The Signpost Freshmen will have an opportunity for one-on-one help from the Weber State University bookstore staff without competing for attention from upper classmen. For the first time, the WSU Bookstore will host Freshmen Night. Tuesday, Aug. 24. The Bookstore will open for freshmen only from 5 to 8 p.m. This will allow staff to walk first-time book buyers through the book-buying process. "We just want to have a special time where we can meet with freshman, where we are not overwhelmed and they are not overwhelmed," said Tim Eck, textbook manager. "We want to educate them and make it less overwhelming." The staff will have an opportunity to walk each student through the process of finding the department, class and professor so students can make sure they have the correct book. "We will focus on freshmen, to assist them, because we want them to become comfortable with the bookstore and view us Nontraditional continued from the bookstore, to pick up a calendar of workshops and activities. Getting involved is what WSU L4 c-ajd-Emi offerstfjkKtutorinqf Drop-in v tutorlnq.iOne-o'nbr f wriTinq. ipanisn.ccnemisTru.ianajphusics for more i s ! U I ) I s l Wt I 1 for more tutoring options visit weber.eduassp as a place where we are trying to assist and be available for them, hopefully for the entire time they are at Weber State," said Craige Hall, executive director. Students who participate will be entered to win many prizes, such as free T-shirts to the first 100 students, an iPod and a grand prize of free textbooks for fall semester. The WSU Bookstore offers more than just textbooks; they also carry many art and school supplies, computers and computer software, WSU apparel and gifts. During Freshman Night, students can purchase supplies at discounts. For those students taking classes at theWSU-Davis Campus, Roy West, Roy High School, or Davis High School, they can purchase textbooks at the WSU-Davis Campus Bookstore. "This is the place to buy your textbooks; we have shorter lines and can provide more one-on-one customer service," said Sharen Hislop, WSU-Davis bookstore supervisor. The bookstore sells both new and used textbooks. However, if students do decide to purchase online, Eck gives them some advice: Be sure to have the correct ISBN number of the book. from page 11 junior Randy Reid enjoys about the nontraditional student program. "I feel part of the learning experience is giving back a part InformationYorjfqrTTopp call:NanculDalmertfatl3y5-3o24 or visit Koom22l IDavisICampu j veber.eduacademlcsupportdavls.xml tmt f i i 1 ku Mini1 -rX A ' l' 'A Mechelle Hood avoids the start-of-the-semester rush by buying her textbook from Melody Schenck before classes start. Textbooks have been on sale at the WSU Bookstore since early August and will continue into the semester. The return policy has also been revamped for this coming year. It will reflect the tuition return policy: a full refund with receipt for the first two weeks of the semester and a percentage every week following. of yourself," Reid said. "The best way to learn is to give back, That's what I like doing." Reid said he doesn't think i 1 ? msam mm-.' it v . The WSU Bookstore offers a book buyback during finals week of every semester. Any textbook that a professor plans to use again will be considered for the buyback. Books are purchased from students at 50 WSU students get involved enough with school activities. The Nontraditional Student Center offers students plenty of opportunities to get to know other nontraditional students and it also offers free social activities for nontraditional students and their families. "It is more family oriented because that is what a nontraditional student is all about," Reid said. Harward said she has Financial continued from page 14 Factors such as scholarships, dependency and household income play a role in the amount, if any, of the financial aid award. These factors are evaluated by the Student Aid Report, issued by the federal government, and produced when a student applies. Once a student is presented with an award, the decision of whether to accept becomes an issue. Factored into the issue of acceptance is what type of award is being offered. Some awards require repayment within six months of either graduating or becoming an inactive student, and some require only a signature of acceptance and maintenance of one's grades. Of course, before any of these issues become relevant, one must first apply. To do so, a student must complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. This application is also known as t h-! - Ti A? i 7 percent of the new price. "Approximately 40 percent of the books sold at the bookstore are used books," Eck said. "All earnings are returned and used at WSU." You can reach reporter Candice Dallin by calling 626-7624. received a lot of help from the nontraditional student center. "Everyone in here is so nice," Harward said. Harward, who graduated this summer, said her mother also graduated from WSU in 1942. "If she were still around she would be so proud that I actually made it," Harward said. "She used to say this is the best school around." You can reach reporter Heather Hunt-Wood by calling 626-7655. the FAFSA and can be obtained either online from the financial aid Web page or directly through the financial aid office, located in the Student Service Center. The priority due date was March 1, 2004 for the 2004-2005 school year, but applications can be submitted anytime during the year, incurring only the penalty of a longer processing duration and possible reimbursement of personal funds used if necessary to meet tuition deadlines. "I was always a little embarrassed to ask anything about financial aid," said Kyle Romney, an inactive WSU student. "But I guess when you think about it, everyone has worries with regard to paying for school or books or supplies. It is relieving to know there is the possibility of my college years being a little less stressful. That's nice." You can leave a message for reporter Jeremy Romero by calling 626-7655. -. - -,. ... . ., . .. |