UTD Orientation Leaders Practice Exam

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• Is FERPA a policy that protects student records or grades?
• What does EPPS stand for?
• What should you do if you realize you have given incorrect information to a student?
• What is the recommended approach for handling misbehavior during orientation?
• Which housing option offers various floor plans?
• How are academic advisors assigned at UTD?
• Which scenario demonstrates appropriate crisis response?
• When did UTD join the UT system?
• How should OLs refer students to mental health resources during orientation?
• ARC focuses on accessibility resources and accommodations.
• True or False: Dr. Amanda Smith is the current dean of students.
• Which system can students use to submit placement credits?
• What does SI stand for?
• If asked about which instructor to take, which website should you NOT recommend?
• What does NSM stand for?
• How should OLs prepare for each orientation session?
• How do OLs practice time management during orientation events?
• What is the recommended course load for a freshman?
• What services does the University Career Center at UT Dallas offer to students?
• Who is the dean of the Jindal School of Management?
• What is an appropriate response if you realize you gave incorrect information about a resource?
• Which statement about ice-breaker activities is NOT a goal?
• What is the appropriate action when a student discloses a potential safety concern but it is not an emergency?
• What was the first building constructed on the UTD campus in 1964?
• Which of the following is NOT listed as an on-campus dining option at UT Dallas?
• How should orientation leaders handle social media during orientation?
• Which administrator is in charge of Freshman Admission and Honors programs including Collegium V?
• How should OLs communicate with non-native English speakers?
• Which option best describes where the Bursar's Office is located?
• Where is the Bursar's Office?
• How can OLs practice inclusive language when addressing groups?
• Who is the Dean of the Student Health Center/Student Wellness Center/Basic Needs and Resource Center?
• True or False: Dr. Daniel Long is the Associate Dean of Student Success and Transition Initiatives.
• Which action demonstrates effective teamwork during orientation events?
• True or False: Freshman seminar is not required.
• Which parking spaces are available for the GOLD permit?
• Which campus resource primarily focuses on preventive care?
• What should an OL do to maintain professionalism when speaking with guests?
• Which dean is responsible for Basic Needs and Resource Center?
• How should OLs respond when a student asks about a resource that is offline or temporarily closed?
• To transfer credits, students need a copy of their transcript.
• Which administrator has the ENARC license plate?
• True or False: Students can take a math course at a lower level.
• Which statement about UT Dallas campus dining options is accurate?
• During a campus safety drill, what is the expected role of an OL?
• Which practices help ensure accessibility for participants with visual impairments during presentations?
• Where can students apply placement credits?
• Who is the interim dean of Interdisciplinary Studies?
• What does BAHT stand for?
• In using orientation technology, which practice ensures access for all participants regardless of connectivity?
• Which source is least appropriate to rely on when advising about instructors?
• What does ARC stand for?
• Which office directly runs Family Day?
• Which location is commonly associated with both the Comet Card Office and the Military and Veteran Center?
• If you are unsure about the status of a resource when speaking with a student, what should you do?
• Which housing option explicitly mentions LLCs in its description?
• Which of the following is an example of appropriate boundary setting with students?
• The ___ parking pass is the most expensive, contains access to Green and Gold lots, and is closest.
• Which of the following best reflects the OLs role during new student orientation?
• Which individual is the dean of the Bass School of Arts, Humanities, and Technology?
• What are the names of UTD's shuttle services that pick up/drop off at the Visitor Center?
• What is one key outcome assessed by OL training?
• Where is the Military and Veteran Center?
• RAMPP is a concept used for campus safety planning. Which option best describes its purpose?
• What is the primary objective of ice-breaker activities in orientation?
• In which building was the horror movie Primer filmed?
• Is there free parking on campus?
• Which principles underlie ethical leadership for orientation leaders?
• Who is the Dean of Students who oversees Associate Deans and links students with faculty?
• Which approach to housing questions during orientation is considered best practice?
• What is the main difference between an OL’s role and a staff member?
• Where can SI and PLTL be found?
• Which person holds the title of Associate Dean of Student Success and Transition Initiatives?
• Who is the Dean of Student Engagement who oversees the Student Union, SUAAB, Fraternities and Sororities, the Office of Volunteerism, and the Student Organization Center?
• Who is the dean that oversees the AES Scholarship, Freshman Admission, and Honors programs including Collegium V?
• Which statement best describes professional boundaries with students?
• Which approach best supports effective teamwork when coordinating orientation activities with a team?
• The Office of the ____ is responsible for things pertaining to registration (classes, meningitis forms, etc.). They also maintain academic records, manage grade/major changes, and more.
• Which campus resource is most appropriate for students seeking mental health support?
• What is the best practice for speaking to a large group during an information session?
• Approximately how many student organizations exist at UTD?
• Which statement about the reflection pools is true?
• Which statement describes the prioritization for undeclared majors in registration?
• Who is the Associate Dean of Student Success and Transition Initiatives who oversees OLs and the Military and Veteran Center?
• Which pair of shuttle services are listed as visiting the Visitor Center?
• Who is the dean of the School of Economic, Political, and Policy Sciences?
• Who is the Vice President of Academic Affairs who oversees the UT Dallas Provost?
• Which statement about UT Dallas parking permits is correct?
• The ___ parking pass gives you access to more lots, including Green, and it's closer.
• For a police escort on campus, what four-digit number do you dial on any campus phone?
• What should OLs do when addressing student housing options during orientation?
• Orion is the system used to apply placement credits.
• How should OLs handle confidential information overheard during orientations?
• Which resource focuses on preventive care on campus?
• In handling safety incidents observed during orientation, what is the essential reporting step?
• What does UND stand for?
• Which trait is essential in ethical leadership for orientation leaders?
• Which UT Dallas program is designed to specifically support commuter students?
• What is the proper approach when helping students navigate the student portal?
• AES scholarship students must attend the 8AM AES Scholarship meeting on Day 2.
• Which color parking pass is the closest to campus?
• Where does overnight orientation happen?
• Which students need to have a meal plan?
• When asked about tuition and financial aid, which approach should an OL take?
• How should OLs handle a student who is clearly lost and behind schedule?
• Counseling services on campus are confidential and not part of scholastic records.
• Which statement is true about undeclared majors and core class registration?
• What is a recommended approach when a guest is upset about wait times during orientation?
• Which approach best contributes to creating a positive first impression of the university?
• The ___ parking pass is the budget-friendliest and farthest from campus.
• What is UTD's official mascot?
• SI and PLTL resources location by floor in McDermott Library?
• Which housing option is unfurnished?
• What is the purpose of FERPA?
• Which action best represents how OLs can support international students during orientation?
• Which housing option is described as an off-campus living site?
• Why is it important to learn the layout of the campus?
• What is the role of an OL in helping students register for classes or navigate the student portal?
• Which individual is the dean of the Bass School of Arts, Humanities, and Technology?
• UTD is ___ older than the internet.
• Who are students' first point of contact regarding changing classes or majors?
• In what year was the first building on UTD's campus constructed?
• The ___ (office) handles all money related things such as tuition, fees, payments, refunds, etc. They are ONLINE, with offices located at SSB2.300.
• Dr. Prabhas V. Moghe holds which office at UTD?
• Which color parking pass is the budget-friendliest and farthest from campus?
• The Meningitis vaccine is required for students.
• Name a campus resource focused on accessibility and accommodations.
• Which housing option is reserved for freshmen?
• Why is diversity and inclusion training important for OLs?
• What is a recommended practice when guiding students who may have limited English proficiency during orientation?
• What technique is effective for keeping a large group engaged during orientation?
• Who is the dean of the School of Natural Sciences and Mathematics?
• Who directly runs Family Day?
• When is escalation to a supervisor typically appropriate during orientation?
• RAMPP is a concept used in campus safety. Which statement best describes its use?
• Which resource would a student contact for housing and food insecurity support?
• What should OLs do to verify materials before an orientation session?
• What does ECS stand for?
• Which statement best describes how OLs should support international students during orientation?
• What is the purpose of orientation evaluation or feedback forms?
• True or False: For undeclared majors, prioritize registration in core classes.
• Which schools do NOT require students to have either ALEKS or a MATH prerequisite?
• Which information is used to assign advisors?
• How should an OL handle a situation where a student asks about a policy you’re unsure of?
• Which parking spaces are available for the ORANGE permit?
• What is the primary responsibility of an Orientation Leader during new student orientation?
• Which on-campus residence offers furnished floor plans?
• Who is the dean of the Jindal School of Management?
• What does JSOM stand for?
• Which person is the dean of the School of Natural Sciences and Mathematics?
• Which statement best reflects how OLs demonstrate credibility when guiding new students about campus resources?
• What is the expected dress code and professional appearance for OLs?
• Which practice reflects FERPA compliance during orientation interactions?
• Which of the following is the dean of the School of Behavioral and Brain Sciences?
• How should OLs respond to a tense conversation with a parent or student?
• Where is the Comet Card Office?
• If you have safety questions on campus, which email should you use?
• Which campus location houses the Comet Card Office?
• What does PLTL stand for?
• What is the primary purpose of directing students to official sources for tuition and financial aid information?
• Which housing option is described as Residence halls reserved for Freshmen only, requiring a meal plan and having LLCs?
• If a student asks about campus buildings you don’t know, which response is best?
• What is required in order to take a language class?
• Which of the following should OLs avoid when giving campus tours?
• Which of the following is the official UTD mascot?
• The ____ service gets you around Dallas through its public transit services.
• If a student has pending AP/IB scores, what happens?
• Who is the 6th President of UTD?
• Which of the following individuals serves as dean of the School of Behavioral and Brain Sciences?
• What is a typical administrative task OLs might do during orientation?
• Which service gets you around Dallas through public transit and offers a free student transit pass after 1-2 weeks?
• What does SUAAB stand for?
• Who is the dean of the School of Economic, Political, and Policy Sciences?
• The statement 'There is only one love jack in the world' is
• Which of the following is an on-campus dining option at UT Dallas?
• Which statement accurately describes the dean of students role at UTD?
• Which office is responsible for class registration tasks such as meningitis forms?
• Which housing option includes a kitchen?
• Which on-campus housing option has furnished floor plans?
• What was UT Dallas's original name?
• Where can students apply for a free DART student transit pass?
• Name a campus resource OLs should be able to refer students to for academic support.
• The Student Wellness Center trains student athletes, holds workout sessions, and self-defense classes.
• Which associate dean oversees the Military and Veteran Center?
• Which location hosts overnight orientation?
• What is FERPA and why is it important for OLs?
• What is a good strategy to handle a question about campus buildings and landmarks you don't know?
• What does BBS stand for?
• What is the minimum course load for a student on the AES Scholarship?
• Which UT Dallas program is described as a commuter support initiative?
• Which housing option is reserved for upperclassmen and is fully furnished on the south side of campus?
• The Comets LANding Gaming and eSports center is open for all UT Dallas students to enjoy.
• What does IS stand for?
• What services does the Basic Needs and Resource Center provide to students?
• Convocation serves what purpose on campus?
• Which role does Dr. Tonja Wissinger hold?
• Why is it important to avoid giving legal or medical advice during orientation?
• How many magnolia trees line the Reflection Pools?
• Who is the dean of the Bass School of Arts, Humanities, and Technology?
• How should OLs use technology to enhance orientation?
• Who are the unofficial mascots of UTD?
• Who is the Vice President for Administration and Chief of Operations, overseeing the Office of Technology Transfer?
• What is the Road Warriors program at UT Dallas?
• Which practice supports inclusive language when addressing groups, including pronouns?
• Who is the dean of the Erik Jonsson School of Engineering and Computer Science?
• Which practice improves accessibility when presenting to diverse learners?
• What is the recommended method for reporting safety concerns observed during orientation?
• Convocation is best described as what?
• Who oversees the Office of Technology Transfer?
• Which of the following is a prerequisite for enrolling in a language course?
• What is the purpose of the orientation debrief after each session?
• What are UTD's official colors?
• Which administrator is the Vice President for Student Affairs overseeing the Student Union, Student Transition Programs, and Residential Life?
• Which campus safety tool is commonly used to contact campus police in an emergency?
• Which statement best describes the difference between the Student Wellness Center and the Student Health Center?
• When guiding a student to academic support resources, which option is most appropriate?
• Which housing option is reserved for upperclassmen, unfurnished, has a kitchen, and offers various floor plans?
• Which person serves as dean of the Erik Jonsson School of Engineering and Computer Science?
• Which of these scholarships does UT Dallas NOT offer?
• Which approach best supports providing accurate information during orientation when a policy is unclear?
• When guiding students who ask for directions to a building not on the official itinerary, which approach is recommended?
• Which parking permit type is associated with designated campus parking spaces?
• Which two core values should OLs exemplify when interacting with guests?
• If a student asks about an accommodation for a disability, what should OL do?
• Which school does NOT require students to have an ALEKS score?