Navigating the University: A Student Campus Guide
Embarking on university life is an exciting journey, filled with new experiences and opportunities. To help you navigate this new landscape, this guide provides essential information about campus resources and tools designed to enhance your academic and personal growth.
Staying Connected: Mobile Apps and Web Portal
In today's digital age, staying connected is crucial for academic success and campus engagement. Whether you prefer the convenience of mobile apps or the accessibility of a desktop portal, the university offers comprehensive platforms to keep you informed and involved. Both options give parents and students visibility into the classroom and school activities.
Accessing Information 24/7:
The university provides parents and students 24/7 access to vital information, including:
- Grades
- Assignments
- Attendance
- Announcements
- Schedules
- Food Service
- And much more
Mobile Apps:
For users who prefer to stay connected on the go, the university offers dedicated mobile apps for both parents and students. These apps provide a user-friendly interface and convenient access to essential information.
- Campus Parent & Campus Student: These apps provide 24/7 access to grades, assignments, attendance announcements, schedules, food service, and much more.
- Download: The apps are available for download on both the Google Play Store and the App Store.
Web Portal:
Desktop users can access the same information and features through the online web portal. This portal offers a comprehensive overview of your academic progress and campus activities.
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- Online Access: The online web portal also provides 24/7 access to grades, assignments, attendance announcements, schedules, food service, and much more.
- Consistency: Everything you'll see in the app, you'll see here, too!
Login Assistance:
Need help logging in? The university provides comprehensive support for:
- How to log in
- Username or password issues
- Activation key questions
- Error messages
- Notifications
- And more!
Get Help: If you encounter any issues, visit the help center for assistance with log in, username & password recovery, and other common queries.
Exploring the Campus: Self-Guided Tours
Beyond the classroom, the university campus itself is a rich resource, filled with history, nature, and cultural significance. Self-guided tours offer a unique way to explore these aspects at your own pace.
Historical Building Tour:
- Distance: 2.5 miles
- Duration: Approximately 1 hour
- Overview: Founded in 1850, the University of Utah has undergone numerous changes and developments over time; however, many of the original buildings and features of this flagship institution of higher learning can still be found today. This interactive map allows viewers to examine some of the historic campus photographs found at the J. Willard Marriott Library while comparing them side-by-side to present-day images of each location. As an added feature, an interactive "looking glass" allows viewers to visualized changes to the campus layout over a 60-year period.
Tree Tour:
- Distance: 3.0 miles
- Duration: Approximately 1.5 hours
- Overview: This tour has been designed to highlight many of the species and varieties o f trees that can be found on the University of Utah campus. These trees have been selected because of their popularity with the local community or because they have unique properties. Scroll through to view all of the trees, or click on the icons on the map. Follow the included links to discover more information about that tree.
Indigenous Spaces Walking Tour:
This interactive walking tour showcases places on campus with ties to indigenous peoples and stories, featuring site photos, context, and reflections.
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