While it's true that your UVM experience is largely what you make of it, the university community wants to play a supporting role in your success. Experienced professionals are available to help — just ask for it. University-wide support exists outside of your individual college/school:
You're not alone. With the exception of graduate and medical programs, many students applying to UVM remain undeclared when choosing a major. When applying, students must choose one of the seven schools/colleges as a "home base," but have until the end of first or second year at UVM to declare. Work with your advisor to explore your options.
Undergraduate academic advisors (faculty members assigned to advise you) can help you clarify and meet your educational and career goals. Learn more about advising at UVM.
UVM's educational philosophy encourages hands-on learning; this may include fieldwork, service-learning and co-op programs, undergraduate research and/or internships. Though research conversations may first happen with your professors, many university-wide resources exist:
Help with notetaking, adaptive technologies, classroom accommodations, even coordination with housing needs: The Office of Accommodation, Consultation, Collaboration & Educational Support (ACCESS) is here to help.Visit the ACCESS website.
The Learning Cooperative exists at UVM to help students reach their full academic potential by offering hands-on academic assistance. Visit the Learning Co-op online.
The ALANA Student Center (ASC) promotes the academic achievement, personal growth, identity formation and cultural development of ALANA students at UVM. Visit ALANA Student Center's website.
Career Services offers help with the pursuit of careers, work study and internships. Businesses use Career Services to connect with potential employees. Visit Career Services online.
The Dean of Students Office is responsible for creating an outstanding student experience that promotes intellectual and personal growth. In addition, it serves some very functional purposes like helping students with a residency appeal or granting permission to study abroad. Dean of Students Office website.
The UVM Libraries, which include the main Bailey/Howe, Dana Medical and Cook Chemistry and Physics libraries, offer a collection of 1.4 million books; regional and national full-text databases; an extensive catalog of films, videos, maps and government documents; and historic and rare materials. UVM Libraries online.
The Office of International Education helps students with the academic and logistical concerns surrounding studying abroad. International students and professors also obtain support through this office. Visit OIE online.
The Enterprise Technology Services (ETS) at UVM is an all-encompassing IT group. Let ETS enhance your academic experience with computer help and purchases, software needs, networking, e-mail support and a computer help line for emergencies. ETS website.
