September 11, 2009

If students feel the college experience is like a jungle, the Division of Student Affairs offers to guide them with its fourth annual SAFARI from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 16, on the University Student Union Balcony.

Student Affairs Fair and Resource Information (SAFARI) presents representatives from 24 campus programs – Financial Aid, Registration, Career Services, Health and Psychological Services, Student Life, Student Success and others – to help students on their academic expedition.

Fresno State students are encouraged to stop by for information on resources the university offers to help make their college experience successful, said Dr. Paul Oliaro, vice president for Student Affairs.

“Studies show that the more students are involved in their campus and use the resources available to them, the more likely they are to complete their degree,” Oliaro said. “We are offering this event because we want students to succeed at Fresno State.”

He said this is a uniquely difficult year for students with the state budget crisis that led to increased fees, class cuts, enrollment limitations and employee furloughs causing campus closures.

“The SAFARI event, while initiated with a fun-while-learning concept, is a real opportunity for students to learn they can use the university’s many support services as they deal with the budget fallout on a personal level,” Oliaro said. “Students know they need to make the most of their investment in their future and we are here to help them with that.”

The fun part of this learning experience is that students can enjoy giveaways at the various tables, music and food and also be eligible for an LCD TV, laptop computer, bicycle, camera, ski tickets and gift cards.

For more information, call 559.278.4836.