College Terminology

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Orientation

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A program of introduction for newcomers to a college or other institution.

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Extra-curricular activities

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Activity, performed by students, that falls outside the realm of the normal curriculum of school, college or university education.

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Major

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The academic discipline to which an undergraduate student formally commits.

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New Age Philosophy

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The study of the search for spiritual and philosophical perspectives that will help transform humanity and the world.

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Undeclared

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A term used by the University for students who have not yet decided on or declared a major.

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Work-study

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A program in place in many colleges that lets students hold part-time jobs while in school in order to subsidize the cost of education.

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Campus

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The grounds and buildings of a university or college.

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Dormitory

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A building primarily providing sleeping and residential quarters for large numbers of people.

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Initiation

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A rite of passage marking entrance or acceptance into a group or society.

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Fraternity

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A brotherhood formed around common goals and aspirations at colleges and universities.