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About TGSAS 2010 GENERAL INFORMATION FOR 2010 CLASS Download a handbook here
Sunday, May 23
Friday, June 18
Directions to UTM The University of Tennessee at Martin is located in Martin, Tenn. It is about 140 miles northeast of Memphis and 150 miles northwest of Nashville. Although there are alternate routes, the easiest routes are generally considered as follows:
Traveling from Nashville
Traveling from Memphis
What to bring/What not to bring Vehicles/Bicycles You are discouraged from driving to Governor's School. However, if it is absolutely necessary for you to do so, your car keys must be turned over to a staff member the day of arrival. You are not allowed to drive a vehicle during the TGSAS program. Your keys will be returned to you on the day of departure. As UT Martin is a walking campus, and as staff provides all transportation during the program, you are also discouraged from bringing a bicycle.
Clothing The months of May and June are usually quite warm in Martin. We recommend that you dress casually and comfortably (but discreetly) for daily activities. Blue jeans, t-shirts and walking shorts are acceptable; indecent or offensive clothing, however, will not be permitted. All buildings are air-conditioned, so you might want to bring a sweater or sweatshirt if you tend to be cold. More formal clothing (a dress for ladies and a coat and tie for men) will be needed for the opening and closing banquets and other special occasions. On field trips, jeans or other long pants and long sleeve shirts may be necessary. Bringing insect repellent and an umbrella or poncho would be a good idea.
Money All basic expenses related to the program, including room, meals, admission to cultural and social events, recreation fees, transportation on field trips, tuition and required books, are paid for by TGSAS. It is advisable, however, to bring a limited amount of money for the laundry facilities, snacks and personal items. There will be a shuttle each weekend to a nearby shopping center and to downtown Martin. You will have the chance to do light shopping at various stores, catch a movie or visit various restaurants. The Campus Bookstore has a wide variety of items, including souvenirs, which may interest you. Large amounts of spending money are both unnecessary and undesirable. Travelers' checks are the safest and easiest way to bring money to the School. There are ATMs located across from the cafeteria in the University Center. These machines will accept ATM cards, Visa and Visa Check Cards. You will not be able to cash personal checks.
Computers Each scholar will be issued a Tablet PC to be used during the duration of Governor’s School. Scholars will be able to use the Tablets for course work and everyday personal use. Students will have access to email and the Internet during the duration of TGSAS.
Musical Instruments, Sports Equipment, Cameras Bring musical instruments if you think it would be appropriate; there will be free time for you to practice if you so desire. We will have a café house and talent show, so bring your instrument, your music (CD or cassette) for vocals, or, if you have an unusual hobby or ability, whatever you might need to share it with others (within reason). You might also want to bring sporting gear such as swimsuits, beach towels, tennis equipment and running shoes. UT Martin offers excellent recreational facilities, both indoor and outdoor. Bring a pair of headphones if you intend to use the Fitness Center. If you run or jog, bring your running shoes. There is a one and a half mile physical fitness trail that includes exercise stations. You will also have an opportunity to utilize the Olympic-sized pool, tennis courts, indoor running track, aerobic rooms, racquetball courts and fitness center. You will probably want to bring a camera to commemorate your academic and social experiences. The TGSAS staff will be taking digital photos documenting the TGSAS experience. You will be given a picture CD with all the staff pictures.
The Governor's School for the Agricultural Sciences will supply basic school supplies such as pencils, college-ruled notebook paper and notebooks. If you have a favorite type of pen, pencil or writing paper, you may want to bring your own supply of these. A backpack or briefcase will be useful for carrying books and supplies to class.
Other Personal Items You may want to bring an alarm clock, to avoid missing breakfast or morning classes. A desk lamp is acceptable. You will of course need personal items such as soap, shampoo, toothpaste, mosquito repellent, sunscreen, stationery and stamps. Tablet PC Computers will be provided for word processing, sending e-mail and accessing the Internet, so you should not bring a personal computer or word processor to the School. You are also not allowed to bring the following items: TVs, VCRs, microwaves or refrigerators. Your Counselor will have access to a refrigerator, if needed. As noted, you will need to bring a telephone if you want one in your room. Scholars can bring and use a cell phone during TGSAS. However, these are not be used during classroom and other inappropriate times.
Visitation Policy Because we have a full schedule of activities planned, we must ask that parents and friends abide by a "no outside visitors" policy. Friends and other unauthorized visitors will not be permitted in classes, in the residence hall, or on any trips or other activities of the school.
Family Weekend Scholars will be permitted to leave campus for the Family Weekend. The 2010 Family weekend will be scheduled before the beginning of the 2010 class. We will have planned activities for Scholars who choose not to leave campus during Family Weekend. The faculty, staff and counselors will be on campus and have planned activities for scholars who choose to stay on campus.
Religious Services Insofar as it is logistically feasible, every effort will be made to ensure students who want to attend religious services on Sunday mornings are able to do so. The following churches are within walking distance of the campus: St. Jude Catholic Church (731-587-9777) The Governors School staff will arrange transportation to the following churches: First Assembly of God, Martin (731-587-6349) Faith Lutheran Church, Union City (731-885-9562)
Advance written permission from parents or guardian is required. You will receive an Authorization to Leave Campus for Religious Services that needs to be returned to the TGSAS office prior to the commencement of the 2008 program.
Curfew A curfew has been established both for your safety and to encourage responsibility. On weekday evenings (Sunday through Thursday), you must be in the residence hall by 10:30 p.m., on your floor by 11 p.m., and in your room by 11:00 p.m. On weekend evenings (Friday and Saturday), you are required to be in the residence hall by 11 p.m. and in your room by midnight. You will check in with your Resident Counselor by 10:30 p.m. (11 p.m. on weekends) to verify that you are in the building. After checking in, you are not to leave the building, and after 11:00 p.m. on weekday evenings and midnight on the weekends, you are not to leave your suite until the next morning.
Safety The University of Tennessee at Martin offers a stimulating and challenging educational experience on a beautiful campus setting. The faculty and staff are committed to the goal of providing a hassle-free stay that is as safe as possible on a campus that offers the opportunity for intellectual growth. You will also be pleased to know that the Martin community has a low crime rate. The citizens of the area realize UT Martin offers expanded educational, cultural and health facilities, and the campus-community relationship is close. The University of Tennessee at Martin has been rated as the sixth safest campus community in the country. Crime at College, The Student Guide to Personal Safety, by Curtis Ostrander and Joseph Schwartz, also rated the UT Martin community as the second safest college town in the South and the number one rated campus community in Tennessee. The University strives to be a safe community, with wide, well-lit walking paths. You can significantly help maintain your own safety while at UT Martin, however, by following security policies and using common safety practices; these would include securing valuables, walking in groups, watching for suspicious activity and reporting even minor violations. Common sense is always in order to assure your own safety as well as that of others. For safety after dark, we suggest that you walk in groups of two or more when you are out of the dorm. You should never go into another dorm or residence hall for any reason. Scholars are not permitted to be off-campus without permission from the Director or one of the Coordinators and must be in their dorm by 10:30 p.m. each night (11 p.m. on weekends). At that time, the residence hall will be closed for the safety of the Scholars. There will be someone on duty at the front desk 24 hours a day in the event you need assistance.
Emergency Situations In any emergency situation, students should notify campus security immediately. The UT Martin Police Department operates on a 24-hour basis. You should report any suspicious activity or emergency by phoning 911 (for emergencies), 7777 (University Police) or, if you are off-campus, 587-7777. The University Police will answer all calls placed from a campus telephone to 911.
Uniformed officers make themselves visible during patrol. While staying in the dorm, you should report any incidents or concerns to your Counselor, the Head Resident or the Assistant Head Resident. These workers can get to a telephone quickly. Some carry radios and can contact the University Police directly.
In the event of a medical emergency, you should notify your Counselor, the Head Resident, the Director, one of the Coordinators or Campus Police. They will arrange for proper treatment. If you need outpatient treatment for a minor illness or injury (during the hours of 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.), you will be taken to University Student Health Services. The Governor's School provides the cost of this service. After 4 p.m., or in case of a major medical emergency, you will be taken to Volunteer Community Hospital, which is within five minutes of the campus. Major medical treatment is the individual responsibility of you and your parents or guardians.
Emergency Contacts In an emergency, you can be contacted directly. (Your number will be available when you check in.) If you are in class or involved in an elective, plenary or other activity, messages may be left with the TGSAS staff. A contact list of TGSAS personnel will be given to scholars and family members upon check-in.
FACILITIES
Residence Halls You will stay in Browning Hall, located on the south end of the campus, south of the Boling University Center and near Clement Hall. This residence hall has a lobby area that separates the two sides of the building. A front desk that serves as a 24-hour information station and handles maintenance needs and emergency situations is located in the lobby. The lobby also has an area for residents to get together and "hang out." The basement provides laundry facilities and a TV lounge. Vending machines are available in both the lobby and the basement. Double locks are on all room doors, and bathroom access doors have single locks. These air-conditioned rooms are arranged as four-person suites, with each suite having two bedrooms and a connecting bathroom. Sheets, a blanket and a pillow will be provided. Bed linens will be exchanged on a weekly basis. You will need to bring towels and washcloths from home. We suggest you bring beach towels for swimming. Men and women are housed on separate floors, and there are Resident Counselors on each floor to guide and help Scholars.
Keys You will be assigned a residence hall room key. For safety reasons, please be sure to lock your doors each time you leave your room, even when you leave for "just a minute." The University cannot be responsible for theft or damage to participants' possessions. Your dorm key must be turned in at checkout. There is a $10 charge for lost or unreturned keys. Participants will be responsible for this fee.
Telephones Each dorm room has a standard telephone jack, and you are welcome to bring your personal phone for use during the Governors School program. This phone may be used for calls on campus, for local service and to receive outside calls. Participants may make long-distance calls on a collect basis, or through the use of a long distance credit card. Participants cannot accept collect calls. As a courtesy to roommates, calls should be limited to 15 minutes and not received or made after midnight. You may bring a cell phone, but it may not be taken to classes or plenary sessions or used after midnight.
Mail will be distributed at the front desk of Browning and should be addressed as follows: Stamps maybe purchased at the Post Office, located downstairs in the University Center
Laundry Card-operated laundry facilities are located in the basement of Browning Hall. The laundry cards may be purchased for $10 in the lobby of Browning Hall. The use of the dryers is free. You will be responsible for doing your own laundry, including your towels. As your schedule will be full, be sure to bring an ample supply of towels and washcloths. We suggest that you bring a supply of laundry detergent with you, also. Bed linens are provided and will be exchanged on a "one for one" exchange on a weekly basis. Classrooms & Laboratories TGSAS utilizes state of the art classrooms and laboratories at the University of Tennessee at Martin. Scholars will enjoy working at the UTM agricultural farm as well as area research areas.
Food Services Sodexho Marriott operates the University's food service facility. While attending Governor's School, all meals will be provided daily (including weekends) beginning with dinner on Sunday, May 25. Breakfast will be served (tentatively) from 7:00 - 8:00 a.m., lunch 11:45 - 12:45 p.m. and dinner 5 - 6 p.m. daily in the University Center. Scholars having special dietary needs will be accommodated. A questionnaire will be sent to each Scholar requesting information on dietary or special medical needs.
Information Desk The Boling University Center Information Desk is located upstairs in the University Center and is open Monday through Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. The Information Desk offers a lost and found service for TGSAS scholars.
Fitness Center The UT Martin Fitness Center is a 5,000 square foot, state of the art, fitness facility, which offers a full line of cardiovascular equipment; weight training equipment, and an aerobics room. The strength training equipment offers a wide variety of equipment to accommodate everyone, from beginners to the most serious lifters. The Aerobic Dance Studio is home to Step Aerobics, Cardio Kickboxing, and Abs, Arms and Legs classes. As long as it is not being used, you and your friends can bring an exercise video and work out together. Located downstairs in the Boling University Center the Fitness Center hours for this summer are as follows:
Monday through Friday 7 a.m. - 10 a.m. & 4 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Bookstore The Bookstore is located on the second floor of the Boling University Center and provides a convenient place for the purchase course texts and other books, stationery, athletic goods, university apparel and souvenirs.
Hours of service:
Paul Meek Library The Paul Meek Library features an online catalog (OPAC), and after-hours study area equipped with a CCTV surveillance system; a Special Collections area; group-study rooms; a student computer lab and a faculty multimedia lab. The Media Services area is also located in the library and is the home of cable channels 42, 43, and 44. The Paul Meek Library houses the area's most extensive educational and classic - film video collection, with over 3,000 titles to choose from. To borrow books from the library, you must present your Student Identification Card before checking out any library materials. The library reserves the right to limit the number of books or other materials, which can be borrowed by one individual.
Monday through Thursday 7:50 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Computer Labs You will have access to the computer lab located in 41 Clement Hall. It is a general-purpose lab that has Windows-based computers for use. You must use your Skyhawk ID card to gain access to the lab. Once inside, you must have a valid username and password login to gain access to the campus network. You will receive all this information when you get to Governors School.
Hours available to Governor's School Scholars:
Monday through Thursday 8 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Elam Center The Kathleen and Tom Elam Center is located at the west entrance of campus. The Elam Center offers seven basketball courts with volleyball and badminton option, seven racquetball courts, and Olympic-sized swimming pool, a weight room, and an indoor jogging balcony. Outside facilities include two sand volleyball courts, a 400-meter track, two soccer fields, 16 tennis courts (six of these are lighted), and a 1.5 mile fitness trail. Hours for Jogging Balcony:
Hours for Pool and Racquetball courts:
Student Health Center The Student Health Center is conveniently located near UT Martin's residence halls and has a staff of nurses and a full-time clinician/physician. These staff members are available 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Student Health Center is designed to help students with problems that would be taken to their own physician. Volunteer Community Hospital is located just minutes from the University and is available for medical and surgical services and emergencies. You and your family are obligated to pay for your own hospital expenses. For this reason, the hospital requires that a copy of the Scholar's insurance card accompany the Medical Information Sheet. Any Scholar having special dietary needs or medical needs will be accommodated. Allergy shots may be administered by the Student Health Center. You will receive a Medical Information Sheet that needs to be returned to the GSH office prior to the commencement of the 2008 program along with a copy of your insurance card.
Other Student Resources
Student Identification Cards You will receive a student identification card. Please carry it with you at all times. This I.D. authorizes your presence on campus. It will be required for meals, to check out books from the library and to swim in the University Pool. The ID card also functions as a debit card for use in the library/computer labs for copying. Money can be "added" to the card at the Skyhawk Card Office, located in the University Center, for use at vending machines located around campus. We advise that you not place over $10.00 on your card at a time. Please make sure to use these funds before leave TGSAS.
E-mail Addresses Will be provided at check-in.
Vending Machines Coin and ID debit card operated vending machines are located in the Ellington Hall lobby area and soft drink machines are located in the Ellington basement. Money can be "added" to the ID card at the Skyhawk Card Office for uses at the vending machines. |