Welcome Yellowjackets!

Welcome to a community of learning, where all of us are committed to one thing, your success.  As a university grounded in the traditions of liberal education, our campus community offers you opportunities to enhance your personal growth through participation in a wide array of activities such as volunteering, serving in student government, attending concerts and educational programs, playing intramurals, or being a member of a student organization.  All of these activities will add a new perspective and value to your formal classroom experience.  We encourage, indeed expect, you to take advantage of these experiences and become actively involved in campus life.

The quality of any community depends upon the investment of its members.  Please take time to learn about the rich history of UW-Superior and explore the surrounding city and region.   As in any community, it is important for members of our community to understand, respect, and observe certain standards in our interactions with one another, so be sure to familiarize yourself with the policies and procedures of the university.

I look forward to meeting you as you pursue your degree here. Please don't hesitate to call on me if I can be of any assistance throughout your career at UW-Superior.

Best regards,

Vicki Hajewski
Vice Chancellor for Campus Life/Dean of Students

There are a numbers of reasons to meet with the Dean of Students, or someone in the Dean's office. Here are just a few of the reasons:

• Help with issues that are affecting your academic performance or personal well-being
• Looking for resources regarding UW-Superior policies
• Report a grievance, academic or otherwise
• Assistance with an extended leave of absence from campus
  
• When you just don't know where else to go
  

UW-Superior students may choose to move off-campus once they have completed their housing requirement, or choose to live at home if they are from the area. Moving off-campus for the first time may be jarring; the best way to stay connected to your academics and the institution is to stay involved on campus. Please know we are here to help!

Campus programming, services, and resources are readily available to off-campus students just as they are to on-campus students. The only difference is that off-campus students may need to take an extra step to seek out assistance. 

Here are some common resources that will help.

• Duluth Transit Authority: UWS is a member of the U-PASS Program which means currently enrolled students get FREE rides anytime, anywhere in the Twin Ports with your UWS ID
  
• Parking Services: If you are going to drive to classes, don't forget to purchase a parking pass.
• Academic Help: All students at UWS have access to academic help in a variety of forms. Tutoring, advising, writing help, buying books,  and adding/dropping classes to name just a few.
• Involvement: Getting involved isn't only for the res hall students. Getting involved is the best way to make the most of your college experience.
• Office of Multicultural Affairs: OMA supports students as they navigate the UWS system.
• Yellowjacket Union: Not only is the YU the hub of activity on campus, it is also a great place to use as a homebase during the day. Student can obtain a meal plan, or use Jacket Cash, to eat between classes at one of our three dining venues and hang out in one of the varied spaces in the building. The YU is your on-campus living room!
• Transfer Students: Our First Year Experience Office isn't just for first time students.
• City of Superior: As an off-campus student you are not only a member of the UWS community, but also the Superior community.
• Wellness: We want all our students to be well and lead balanced lives. Through Campus Recreation and Student Health & Counseling Services UWS students in staying active and well.
• When all else fails:The Dean of Students Office is here to be a place for student advocacy and resources, come see us!
  
  

Do you have a question that you can't find the answer to? See something that could use improvement? Need help understanding the intricacies of our community?

Ask the Dean!

Email the Dean's office and we will get you an answer as best we can. Watch for answers to your questions to be posted on the Dean of Students website for your reference.