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Colleges offering admission to displaced New Orleans students/AL-KY

Alabama

 * Alabama State University (Montgomery, AL) - "Alabama State University will accept any affected student as a transfer student for this semester. Housing and registration will be made available to these students." For information, please call 334-229-6817 or 334-229-4238.
 * Auburn University Montgomery (Montgomery, AL) - Offers late registration for students displaced by Hurricane Katrina. Conditional acceptance until official transcript can be provided. Contact the Office of Enrollment at 334-244-3613 or 334-244-3796, or registrar Lynn Bacon at lbacon1@mail.aum.edu.
 * Judson College (Marion, AL) - Offers tuition- and fee- waiver to displaced students. For more information, call 1-800-447-9472.
 * Spring Hill College (Mobile, AL) - Indicated special enrollment deadline passed. Contact school directly for information. "Spring Hill College is extending an offer to assist students from colleges and universities in the New Orleans and Mississippi Gulf Coast areas and other areas impacted by the hurricane by IMPLEMENTING AN EXPEDITED ENROLLMENT PROCESS through Friday, Sept. 9. STUDENTS MUST SHOW EVIDENCE THAT THEY HAVE BEEN DISPLACED FOM THEIR COLLEGE OR UNIVERSITY BECAUSE OF THE HURRICANE. CLASSES CAN BEGIN IMMEDIATELY AND SPRING HILL WILL WORK WITH STUDENTS ON AN INDIVIDUAL BASIS IN REGARDS TO ABILITY TO PAY TUITION. Spring Hill College has adequate residential and classroom space to accommodate up to 150 additional students. Students will be charged room and board if living on campus. STUDENTS WILL BE CONSIDERED AS HAVING TRANSIENT STATUS WHICH MEANS THEY WILL REMAIN REGISTERED AT THE SCHOOL FROM WHICH THEY WILL BE TRANSFERRING. EVERY EFFORT WILL BE MADE TO ENSURE TRANSFER OF CREDITS AND THAT STUDENTS REMAIN ON TRACK WITHIN THEIR INTENDED MAJOR. It is our intention that these students would return to their colleges and universities for the spring semester if possible."
 * Tuskeegee University (Tuskeegee, AL) - Indicated special enrollment deadline passed. Contact school directly for information. Tuskegee University announced today its plan to be of assistance to students and families by enrolling currently registered students from colleges and universities that are closed as a result of the devastating effects of Hurricane Katrina...Tuskegee University ’s efforts will center on sister institutions such as Dillard University and Xavier University of New Orleans, and Bishop State College in Mobile, Alabama, but will be open to any students from accredited post-secondary institutions in the Gulf states, which have been closed by virtue of the hurricane. The University is prepared to accept these students immediately. Interested students should contact the Office of the Registrar (334-727-8505) not later than Wednesday, September 7, 2005.
 * University of Alabama (Tuscaloosa, AL) - Extended the registration period for college students from New Orleans and the Mississippi Gulf Coast area who want to enroll at UA for fall semester. Also opened invitations to 25 second- and third-year law students at Tulane and Loyola for visiting student status with tuition waived for at least the fall semester., , and | Campus News Article
 * University of South Alabama (Mobile, AL) - Indicated special enrollment deadline passed. Contact school directly for information. "In response to numerous calls from students enrolled at colleges and universities that have closed due to Hurricane Katrina, USA will offer a special advising and registration session in an effort to accommodate their course needs this semester. Displaced students interested in attending USA this semester can do so by registering at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, September 6 in the Student Center Ballroom. Please call (251)460-6141 or (251)461-1504 for information."

Alaska

 * University of Alaska System (AK statewide)
 * University of Alaska Anchorage (Anchorage, AK) - Indicated special enrollment deadline passed. Contact school directly for information. UAA is offering emergency admission to qualified Alaskans and out-of-state students who were admitted to colleges and universities affected by Hurricane Katrina. UAA will waive the admissions deadline, application fees, and any late registration fees. UAA will waive the difference between resident and nonresident tuition for any student admitted to a Gulf Coast college or university affected by Hurricane Katrina for as long as the college or university where the student was admitted remains closed. Contact Rick Weems, Assistant Vice Chancellor for Enrollment Management (907) 786-1266 by September 8; Students will need to be prepared to begin attending semester-long courses by September 12. UAA has self-paced and late starting classes that may accommodate those students who are unable to begin their attendance by September 12 but still wish to enroll in fall semester classes. Financial aid: (907) 786-6158.
 * University of Alaska Fairbanks (Fairbanks, AK) - Indicated special enrollment deadline passed. Contact school directly for information. UAF will accept students from Gulf Coast states who have been displaced as a result of hurricane Katrina. UAF Chancellor Steve Jones announced Sept. 2 that those students who decide to attend UAF will not be charged late registration or application fees and will be admitted through Sept. 15, 2005. Resident tuition will also be offered. Contact: Carla Browning, UAF Public Information Officer at (907) 474-7778 or Jeff Stepp at (907) 474-6026 for more information.

Arizona

 * Arizona State University (Tempe, AZ) - The students are being enrolled, using whatever transcripts or information is available, and provided with campus housing space as needed. ASU Executive Vice President and University Provost Milton Glick says that tuition assistance also may be provided.
 * Midwestern University (Downers Grove, IL) - "Students as well as medical residents and interns are welcome to either audit or enroll in classes in osteopathic medicine, podiatric medicine, pharmacy, physician assistant studies, physical therapy, occupational therapy, biomedical sciences, clinical psychology, graduate education, cardiovascular science, and nurse anesthesia at MWU's Downers Grove (IL) and Glendale (AZ) campuses." For information, contact Karen Johnson at 630-515-7333 or at communications@midwestern.edu.
 * Ottawa University - "Ottawa University (KS)(AZ)(WI)(IN), with a residential campus in Ottawa, Kansas, and adult campuses in Overland Park, Kansas; Phoenix, Mesa, and Tempe, Arizona; Milwaukee, Wisconsin; and Jeffersonville, Indiana, will accept students who have been relocated by Hurricane Katrina. All OU locations are offering a tuition waiver for the first term to assist traditional age and adult students with their academic needs." Contact Susan Backofen at susan.backofen@ottawa.edu or 1-800-755-5200 ext. 1044 for more information.
 * University of Arizona (Tucson, AZ) - In the wake of the Hurricane Katrina tragedy, The University of Arizona has announced it will do everything possible to assist displaced college students who were attending universities in the New Orleans and Gulf Coast areas...Interested students should contact Lynne Tronsdal, assistant vice president for retention, at 520-621-8257.

Arkansas

 * Arkansas State University (Jonesboro, AR) - Indicated special enrollment deadline passed. Contact school directly for information. ASU will allow students who were enrolled in higher education institutions that were affected by Hurricane Katrina to enroll at ASU through September 6. Out-of-state students from those institutions will be granted in-state tuition. Arkansas residents from those institutions will be provided a scholarship for tuition and fees for the fall 2005 semester. Residence Hall housing is available for single students. Please contact the Office of Admissions at 1-800-382-3030.
 * Harding University (Searcy, AR) - Offers enrollment for displaced students from four-year institutions in areas affected by Hurricane Katrina. Limited apartment accommodation is available for incoming displaced students. For more information, contact the university at 501-279-4316.
 * Henderson State University (Arkadelphia, AR) - "Henderson State University is offering assistance to Gulf Coast college students whose education was interrupted when Hurricane Katrina devastated many college campuses. It has room for 75 students in campus housing." For more information, call 870-230-5148.
 * Hendrix College (Conway, AR) - Offers admission as visiting students to displaced students. Online application available. For information, call 1-800-277-9017 or 501-329-6811.
 * John Brown University (Siloam Springs, AR) - Indicated special enrollment deadline passed. Contact school directly for information. "Will waive tuition, fees, room and board charges for fall semester 2005 for students who are currently enrolled at institutions closed as a result of Hurricane Katrina." For more information, contact the admissions office at 877-528-4636 ext. 0, by September 16, 2005.
 * Lyon College (Batesville, AR) - Indicated special enrollment deadline passed. Contact school directly for information. Offers enrollment for up to 30 displaced students, through September 9, 2005. "Admission requirements will include that the student is in good standing with their current institution and that they are a good fit for Lyon College." For information, contact Academic Services at 870-698-4332, or the admissions office at 1-800-423-2542.
 * University of Arkansas (Little Rock, AR) - is offering "assistance will include waiving tuition for Arkansas residents attending colleges and universities affected by Hurricane Katrina and enrolling out-of-state students at in-state rates. UALR also waive tuition and fees for displaced students from Tulane and Loyola universities in New Orleans." Please contact Dr. Robert C. Mock (501)683-1147, adminfo@ualr.edu
 * University of Arkansas (Fayetteville, AR) - Indicated special enrollment deadline passed. Contact school directly for information. Is offering free tuition for Arkansas Residents who were displaced while attending New Orleans schools. Non-residents of Arkansas will be granted in-state tuition.  Books will be loaned to students and school supplies will be furnished at no charge.  Students must be admitted and enrolled by September 6.  The Office of Admissions will be open from 9-3 on Monday and shuttles from XNA airport and Tulsa airport are available.  Some free housing is available and no-deposit/lease apartments are available.  Dawn S. Medley, Director of Admissions, University of Arkansas, 232 Silas H. Hunt Hall, Fayetteville, Arkansas  72701--1-800-377-UOFA (8632), (479) 575-7515 (fax), medley@uark.edu

California

 * Alliant International University (campuses statewide, CA) - "Alliant will accommodate undergraduates seeking to enroll for the fall semester as well as the upcoming spring semester if needed, has dormitory space available at its San Diego location, and will work one-on-one with students to assist them in getting settled and enrolling in classes in which space is available.... For more information, contact Susan Topham at stopham@alliant.edu, or at 858-635-4885.
 * Azusa Pacific University (Azusa, CA) - Offers tuition-free enrollment to displaced students at all levels, undergraduate and graduate. Campus housing is available for undergraduate students. APU will assist graduate and adult students in locating suitable housing. For more information, contact Deana Porterfield at 626-812-3015 or at dporterfield@apu.edu.
 * California Baptist University (Riverside, CA) - "The University stands ready to assist hurricane-affected colleges and universities by opening classes to students from those schools. CBU will offer the necessary services to these students so that they can continue their education during the recovery period. Check the CBU Web site for updates regarding the University's hurricane relief program developments." Phone: 1-800-782-3382.
 * California Lutheran University (Thousand Oaks, CA) - Students interested in temporarily transferring to CLU should contact the university directly. Five students from Tulane and Loyola have already been accepted through the expedited enrollment process. For information, call the university's general line at 805-492-4211.
 * California State University System - "The California State University this fall will admit students from Gulf Coast area colleges, as well as California students who had planned to attend a college in that region...Students from the Gulf Areas of Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama, even those who lack proper academic documents, may be admitted conditionally for Fall 2005. Their enrollment status for subsequent terms will depend upon the as-yet-unknown ability of schools, colleges, and universities in the Gulf region to provide transcripts and other documentation. Seven CSU campuses currently have some spaces available in their fall classes: Bakersfield, Chico, Dominguez Hills, East Bay, Humboldt, Los Angeles, and Sacramento."
 * California Polytechnic State University (San Luis Obispo, CA) -
 * California State University, Bakersfield (Bakersfield, CA) -
 * California State University, Chico (Chico, CA) -
 * California State University, Dominguez Hills (Carson, CA) -
 * California State University, East Bay (Hayward, CA) -
 * California State University, Los Angeles (Los Angeles, CA) -
 * California State University, Monterey Bay (Seaside, CA) -
 * California State University, Sacramento (Sacramento, CA) -
 * California State University, San Bernardino (San Bernardino, CA) -
 * Humboldt State University (Arcata, CA) -
 * San Diego State University (San Diego, CA) -
 * San Francisco State University (San Francisco, CA) -
 * San José State University (San Jose, CA) -
 * Sonoma State University (Rohnert Park, CA) -
 * Claremont McKenna College (Claremont, CA) -
 * Fielding Graduate University (Santa Barbara, CA) - " Fielding Graduate University (CA) would like to be of assistance to doctoral and master's students displaced by Hurricane Katrina. We are willing to work with students to design individual learning plans to continue their doctoral studies.  We also offer online master's degrees in organizational management and organization development and are willing to open these to additional students as our resources allow.  Please contact Anna DiStefano, Provost, at  annadis@fielding.edu."
 * Fresno Pacific University (Fresno, CA) - Waives tuition and fees for displaced students. Relief fund available to cover books, clothing, and other needs. Students originally from California will have priority of admission. For more information, call the Hurricane Admissions Hotline at 1-800-660-6089.
 * Hope International University (Fullerton, CA) - "Displaced students from areas affected by hurricane Katrina are eligible to enroll for courses within the  Hope International University (CA) Graduate School, effective immediately." Fee waiver. For more information, call Graduate Admissions at 1-800-762-1294 ext. 2244 or e-mail gradinfo@hiu.edu.
 * Loyola Marymount University (Los Angeles, CA) - Loyola Marymount University announced today that it will join its sister Jesuit institutions in admitting students at universities affected by Hurricane Katrina which hit the Gulf Coast on Monday, Aug. 29...LMU has made the following arrangements: LMU will expedite the admissions process and admit these students immediately with a non-degree status for the fall semester; Decisions on financial processes are being deferred until such time that agreements can be reached with the students’ home institution; Plans are in place to provide these students with advising, class availability and registration assistance. LMU will make every effort to create a course schedule that will most easily transfer back to home universities; LMU will accommodate as many students as possible who wish to live on campus.
 * Menlo College (Atherton, CA) - "If you are an affected student or know of someone who is in this situation, please contact admissions@menlo.edu or call 1-800-55MENLO for assistance."
 * Mills College (Oakland, CA) - Mills College...is offering fall semester admission with non-matriculated status to undergraduate women from the Bay Area who are enrolled in Gulf Coast colleges affected by Hurricane Katrina. Pending course availability, they will be able to continue their college education without significant interruption in their studies. The College is also offering non-matriculated admission status to undergraduate women who are residents of Gulf Coast communities...Students interested in attending Mills are invited to contact Julie Richardson, Vice President for Enrollment Management, Mills College, (510) 430-2135 admission@mills.edu."
 * Notre Dame de Namur University (Belmont, CA) - "Notre Dame de Namur University is immediately accepting college students for Fall 2005 who have been displaced by hurricane Katrina. Please contact Melina Boyd in Admissions at mboyd@ndnu.edu to schedule a meeting or call 650-766-7397 for more information."
 * Pepperdine University (Malibu, CA) - "Pepperdine has created a special Student Assistance Program for the fall 2005 term. The number of students qualified and accepted by Seaver College and each of Pepperdine's graduate schools is being determined by each of Pepperdine's deans." For more information, contact the appropriate dean of each college and professional school.
 * Pitzer College (Claremont, CA) - Recently admitted approximately six students on an emergency basis. Additional enrollment is possible with the community's assistance, said President Laura Trombley in an open letter to the Pitzer community.
 * Pomona College (Claremont, CA) - Will accept undergraduate students for one semester from affected institutions.
 * Saint Mary's College of California (Moraga, CA) - Offers enrollment for up to five displaced students from affected areas. For more information, contact Provost Sally Stampp.
 * Santa Clara University (Santa Clara, CA) -
 * Stanford University (Stanford, CA) - For undergraduate students who are admitted to universities that have closed because of Hurricane Katrina: Stanford will be admitting academically qualified students from these universities as non-matriculated students for the fall quarter, which starts on September 26 and ends on December 16. Students should note that most schools are on the semester system, while Stanford uses the quarter system. The home university will decide how to credit these courses toward their degrees...Preference will be given to students from the San Francisco Bay Area...Stanford will provide housing on campus for students who are accepted. -
 * University of California (CA statewide)
 * University of California, Berkeley (Berkeley, CA) -
 * University of California, Davis (Davis, CA) - "In addition to professional and graduate school students, our Undergraduate Admissions Office has received 23 inquiries to date from freshman and transfer students unable to continue their education in the hurricane-affected areas. As Undergraduate Admissions Director Pam Burnett indicates, we want to open our arms and our doors to these students.  Students admitted under these very stressful circumstances will likely need an extra dose of the patience and understanding that characterize the UC Davis family.  Thank you for being especially attentive to these students’ needs."
 * University of California, Irvine (Irvine, CA) - We are offering academic counseling and assessment to students interested in attending UCI on a case-by-case basis. UCI will accept late Statement of Intent to Register from previously admitted students who are not able to attend college in the impacted area. Admissions will continue to personally advise and work with students on a case-by-case basis to provide options that best suit individual needs.  Please contact Associate Director of Admissions & Relations Deborah Brandon at dlbrando@uci.edu or (949) 824-4809.
 * University of California, Los Angeles (Los Angeles, CA) - "We are also concerned about college students in Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama whose schools are unable to open for fall classes. In the hope that we can provide some relief to the students and their colleges, UCLA will welcome displaced students to our regular courses through UCLA Extension for the quarter beginning September 24. Through our concurrent enrollment program, students can complete coursework at UCLA to submit for credit at their home institutions. Academic counselors will be available to guide students in selecting courses suitable to their fields of study and to their level of academic preparation. UCLA Extension is working to determine how many students it can accommodate, and UCLA campus housing is assessing the number of spaces available in the residence halls. Details will be posted at www.ucla.edu and at www.uclaextension.edu as they become available. For immediate inquiries, please contact UCLA Extension at (310) 206-6201."
 * University of California, Riverside (Riverside, CA) -
 * University of California, San Diego (San Diego, CA) - In response to the devastation occurring in Louisiana, Alabama and Mississippi, the University of California, San Diego has devised academic accommodations for those affected students who are UCSD related or reside in the San Diego region and need alternatives for proceeding with their education. These include: a). For students who did not accept their admission to UCSD and who cannot attend a college as a result of the hurricane, UCSD will provide late enrollment into the regular undergraduate program. b). For both undergraduate and graduate San Diego area students who were not admitted to UCSD and who cannot attend a college which has been closed because of the effects of the hurricane, UCSD will try to accommodate their educational needs through concurrent enrollment with University Extension. c). For enrolled UCSD students who may be directly affected by the hurricane to the extent that they cannot continue their enrollment, UCSD will grant leaves of absences or delayed admissions for up to one year.).
 * University of California, Santa Cruz (Santa Cruz, CA) -
 * University of Redlands (Redlands, CA) - Offers admission to up to 15 displaced students. Housing given on a case-by-case basis. Apply by September 20, 2005. For more information, contact Nancy Svenson at 1-800-455-5064 or at nancy_svenson@redlands.edu.
 * University of San Francisco (San Francisco, CA) - In response to the tragedy of Hurricane Katrina, the University has focused on its response to students, both undergraduate and law, from the devastated area who seek admittance to USF for at least the first semester. Dean BJ Johnson, Director of Undergraduate Admissions, Mike Hughes, and their staffs have worked very hard and effectively to respond quickly and compassionately to transfer requests. Our policy is that we will accept as many qualified students as we can accommodate and will work out the details later when we and they have more information.
 * University of San Diego (San Diego, CA) - Will accept students from Loyola University, Tulane University, and Xavier University that are from San Diego County or Imperial County on a temporary basis. They will pay San Diego University, but the school will forward the money to their original school. They must be in good academic standing for the fall semester that started on 9/1/05. They would then transfer back spring '06 or fall '06.
 * University of Southern California (Los Angeles, CA) -
 * University of the Pacific (Stockton, Sacremento, San Francisco, CA) - " University of the Pacific (CA) announced today that its main campus in Stockton, California, and its law school in Sacramento will accept students displaced by Hurricane Katrina. Pacific will waive charges for the fall semester and help students with housing and academic needs."

Colorado

 * University of Colorado at Boulder (Boulder, CO) - For students who enter CU-Boulder from a storm-affected school, late admission fees will be waived. Also, all of the campus deans' offices and the housing and bursar's offices have been notified to prepare for the possibility of late-arriving transfer students who were displaced by Hurricane Katrina and may decide to enroll. College students and their families displaced by Hurricane Katrina can get assistance finding free or discounted housing in Boulder through the University of Colorado at Boulder's Off-Campus Student Services office.
 * University of Colorado at Colorado Springs (Colorado Springs, CO) - The University of Colorado at Colorado Springs is now accepting students who were enrolled in colleges damaged by Hurricane Katrina. University officials have waived the normal requirement for a transcript. They are also trying to offer financial help with out-of-state tuition.
 * Colorado State University (Fort Collins, CO) - Colorado State University is offering in-state tuition and late admission to displaced students, in addition to special advising services on academics, housing, and financial aid.
 * Colorado State University - Pueblo (Pueblo, CO) - Colorado State University-Pueblo is filling the gap for students from Hurricane Katrina-ravaged Louisiana. Dana Trujillo, Visitor Center Coordinator Office of Admissions dana.trujillo@colostate-pueblo.edu (719) 549-2418

Connecticut

 * Asnuntuck Community College (Enfield, CT) -
 * Capital Community College (Hartford, CT) -
 * Central Connecticut State University (New Britain, CT) - CCSU will accept all full-time students from Connecticut attending colleges affected areas for fall 2005. Tuition and all fees will be waived, and students wanting to continue at any of the CSU schools will have their fees waived.
 * Connecticut College (New London, CT) -
 * Eastern Connecticut State University (Willimantic, CT) - ECSU will accept all full-time students from Connecticut attending colleges affected areas for fall 2005. Tuition and all fees will be waived, and students wanting to continue at any of the CSU schools will have their fees waived.
 * Fairfield University (Fairfield, CT) - "University College is the coordinating point for this part of our response and, with the help of other University personnel, is attempting to accommodate all students who have asked for such assistance."
 * Gateway Community College (New Haven, CT) -
 * Goodwin College (East Hartford, CT) - Indicated special enrollment deadline passed. Contact school directly for information. "Goodwin College will admit ten (10) students for the Fall semester at no cost to the students. Additional students in need of help can apply for institutional aid and other assistance and will be admitted on a space-available basis. Our Fall semester begins September 6 and students can enroll for classes through September 16, 2005."
 * Housatonic Community College (Bridgeport, CT) -
 * Manchester Community College (Manchester, CT) -
 * Middlesex Community College (Middletown, CT) -
 * Mitchell College (New London, CT) - "Mitchell College will offer emergency admission on a space-available basis to students who are enrolled for fall classes at colleges and universities in Alabama, Louisiana and Mississippi - states greatly affected by Hurricane Katrina. Students would be admitted as 'visiting students' for the fall semester."
 * Naugatuck Valley Community College (Waterbury, CT) -
 * Northwestern Connecticut Community College (Winsted, CT) -
 * Norwalk Community College (Norwalk, CT) -
 * Quinebaug Valley Community College (Willimantic, CT) -
 * Quinnipiac University (Hamden, CT) - Students from the affected areas can enroll as full- or part-time students for fall semester. Interested students must contact Quinnipiac by September 8th.  Housing will not be provided.
 * Sacred Heart University (Fairfield, CT) - Sacred Heart will accept any student displaced by the hurricane. Housing will be arranged on a case-by-case basis.
 * Saint Joseph College (West Hartford, CT) - "Saint Joseph College is willing to offer as many as six women displaced by Hurricane Katrina free tuition, room and board (based on room capacity) for the Fall 2005 semester. The College will offer free Fall 2005 tuition to an additional number of non-residential students."
 * Southern Connecticut State University (New Haven, CT) - SCSU will accept all full-time students from Connecticut attending colleges affected areas for fall 2005. Tuition and all fees will be waived, and students wanting to continue at any of the CSU schools will have their fees waived.
 * Three Rivers Community College (Norwich, CT) -
 * Tunxis Community College (Farmington, CT) -
 * University of Bridgeport (Bridgeport, CT) - "The University of Bridgeport is offering students displaced from their colleges by Hurricane Katrina and its aftermath special advising on enrolling in its day, evening or weekend programs and in its Online courses. The University will consider offering tuition relief where necessary. Students affected by the disaster should call University of Bridgeport Admissions Office, 203-576-4552, where they will receive expedited processing."
 * University of Connecticut (Storrs, CT) - The University of Connecticut is offering students from Connecticut enrolled in colleges devastated by Hurricane Katrina the chance to study at UConn for the fall semester, and is waiving all tuition-related charges. The offer applies to students who wish to attend any campus of UConn.
 * University of Hartford (West Hartford, CT) -
 * Wesleyan University (Middletown, CT) - Indicated special enrollment deadline passed. Contact school directly for information. Wesleyan University is offering visiting enrollment to Connecticut residents. Applications are due by September 12. Housing is limited, so people within commuting distance will not be able to live on campus.
 * Western Connecticut State University (Danbury, CT) - WCSU will accept all full-time students from Connecticut attending colleges affected areas for fall 2005. Tuition and all fees will be waived, and students wanting to continue at any of the CSU schools will have their fees waived.
 * Yale University (New Haven, CT) - "Yale College will admit approximately 25 students whose schools have closed. Tuition will be waived for all students and their credit will transfer back to their institutions.  The Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, the Law School, the School of Management, and the School of Drama also will accommodate dislocated students under special arrangements.  The School of Medicine is accepting Tulane University medical students who need placement in clinical rotations."

Delaware

 * University of Delaware (Newark, DE) - "Lou Hirsh, director of admissions at UD, said, as of Wednesday afternoon, he had spoken with a dozen families, many of whom have decided to enroll their students either as matriculating freshmen or as students in the University's Division of Professional and Continuing Studies." For information, call the school's general line at 302-831-2791.

District of Columbia

 * American University (Washington, DC) - "Students from the affected areas who are interested in attending American University on a space available basis should contact the Office of Admissions (202-885-6000), which will direct the inquiry to the appropriate department."
 * The Association of Jesuit Colleges and Universities (Washington, DC, headquarter) - "The Association of Jesuit Colleges and Universities has recommended that each of our schools . . . admit Loyola New Orleans students as visiting non-matriculating students for the fall semester, with the expectation that they would return to Loyola in the spring semester with credits earned transferable back to Loyola. Efforts would be made to fit these students into classes related to their Loyola program."
 * The Catholic University America (Washington, DC) - "Hurricane-affected undergraduate students interested in enrolling at CUA should complete the non-degree seeking student application as soon as possible, because classes for the fall semester at Catholic University commenced Monday, Aug. 29. The Office of Admissions will waive requirements on a case-by-case basis. Financial aid requests will also be handled on a case-by-case basis and the university will make every effort to accommodate displaced students, especially those with the greatest need. Limited university housing is available."
 * The George Washington University (Washington, DC) - is accepting displaced students as non-degree students with limited housing available. Graduate students are advised to contact the appropriate GW department or program regarding course selection and availability."
 * George Washington University Law School (Washington, DC) - "The George Washington University Law School will admit up to 20 upperclassman students for the current fall semester from Tulane University and Loyola University Law Schools."
 * George Washington University Medical Center (Washington, DC) - "The GW School of Public Health and Health Services will welcome public health students from Tulane University and will coordinate appropriate arrangements for their public health studies. For further information contact Jane Smith at 202-994-0248."
 * Georgetown University Law Center (Washington, DC) - "has accepted 20 to 25 upperclass students from Loyola New Orleans and Tulane. If those students have already paid tuition to their home school, they will not pay again." For information on the possibility of continuing law school temporarily at GULC, visit the school's Web site.
 * Howard University (Washington, DC) - Interested displaced students "may download our application forms and fax it to (202) 806-4465. For additional information, students and parents may contact the Office of Admissions at (202) 806-2755 or (800) 822-6363."
 * Smithsonian Museum (Washington, DC) - " The Smithsonian's National Museum of Natural History is immediately offering internships for the fall 2005 semester to university students and faculty who have been displaced by the effects of Hurricane Katrina."
 * Trinity University (Washington, DC) - Offers expedited admission to displaced male and female students into the College of Arts and Sciences. For more information, contact Renee Orlick at 202-884-9400 and orlickr@trinitydc.edu.

Florida

 * Eckerd College (St. Petersburg, FL) - In the process of arranging to offer enrollment to students displaced as a result of Hurricane Katrina. Please contact the school directly.
 * Florida Atlantic University (Boca Raton, FL) - You may enroll easily at FAU as a non-degree student by completing immunization and residency forms and selecting classes. Contact the University Registrar's office at (561) 297-3050 and identify yourself as a student displaced by Hurricane Katrina to initiate this process.
 * Florida Community College (Jacksonville, FL) - Students from areas of Alabama, Florida, Louisiana and Mississippi devastated by the hurricane can enroll in session A, which began last Monday, August 29; session B, which begins September 26; or session C, beginning in early October. All fees and tuition payments will be deferred and may be waived on a case by case basis pursuant to policies which are currently under development. For more information, call the Learner Support Center at 904.646.2300 (Jacksonville area); 877.633.5950 (toll-free from Alabama, Florida, Louisiana and Mississippi) or e-mail info@fccj.edu.
 * Florida Gulf Coast University (Ft Myers, Fl, 33965-6565) - "From President Bill Merwin: We know there are higher education students who have been displaced because of the devastation caused by Hurricane Katrina, and we have decided to waive the out-of-state portion of tuition for any who would like to come to FGCU. In other words, they will be charged in-state tuition rates as if they were Florida residents. ... We have space in Student Housing if students displaced by the hurricane want to live on campus while they are at FGCU.  They will pay the same rental rate as our current residential students.  We will of course waive any late registration fees for classes.," according to a letter by the President of Florida Gulf Coast University. Interested students or family members should contact FGCU’s Office of Admissions for additional information or for admission.
 * Florida Institute of Technology (Melbourne, FL) - "Florida Tech will extend its enrollment period to allow students from Brevard County that attend universities in the affected area, including, but not limited to, Tulane, Loyola, Xavier, Southern, Dillard and UNO, to attend classes at the Melbourne campus. Florida Tech will waive tuition for these students for the fall semester. Students interested in taking advantage of this enrollment option should contact the university’s registrar’s office at 674-7400. Further, members of faculty and staff will open their homes to students who need a place to stay. Those interested may contact Dr. Terry Oswalt, Vice Provost for Research, at 674-7325." The phone numbers are in the 321 area code.
 * Florida State University (Tallahassee, FL) has nothing on the web, but an university official asked that prospective students call (850) 644-3420
 * Florida Community College at Jacksonville (Jacksonville, FL) - "Students from areas of Alabama, Florida, Louisiana and Mississippi devastated by the hurricane can enroll in session A, which began last Monday, August 29; session B, which begins September 26; or session C, beginning in early October. All fees and tuition payments will be deferred and may be waived on a case by case basis pursuant to policies which are currently under development." For information, call 904-646-2300 or 1-877-633-5950.
 * Florida's public universities and community colleges (State wide, FL) - Call 877-352-2731 for information.
 * Jacksonville University (Jacksonville, FL) - "is opening its doors to students displaced by Hurricane Katrina, and will waive fall semester tuition for those displaced students who have already paid full tuition at their home institution. Displaced students may also be eligible to enroll in JU's Adult Degree Program, which holds classes on evenings and weekends. The next ADP term begins Oct. 16." For more information, call admissions at 904-256-7000 or at 1-800-225-2027.
 * Miami Dade College (Miami, FL) - "College students whose education has been disrupted by Hurricane Katrina can get help in continuing their education from Miami Dade College. Out-of-state fees have been waived at Florida’s colleges and universities for students from the affected areas. MDC will work with these students and help them enroll at any one of our seven campuses. In addition, students who take up residence in shelters are eligible for waiver of all fees. ... These students will join classes that have just started or enter the fall mini-term which begins on September 26th. Additionally, students can also register for virtual classes even if they are not in the Miami area. ...For more information on how to register, prospective students should contact the MDC Call Center at (305) 237-8888."
 * Nova Southeastern University (Fort Lauderdale-Davie, FL) - The College of Arts and Sciences is accepting displaced students through October 19 for the school's second term. Graduate programs available on a case-by-case basis. For more information, contact Don Rosenblum at 1-800-338-4723 ext. 8408 or at 954-262-8408, or e-mail donr@nsu.nova.edu.
 * Okaloosa-Walton College (Niceville, FL) - Provides "free tuition for students evacuating from Louisiana and Mississippi. In addition the OWC Foundation will undewrite the cost of books and supplies for the students from the hurricane-ravaged coast. Displaced students can contact the college at 850-678-5111 or visit the website at www.owc.edu."
 * Rollins College (Winter Park, FL) - Indicated special enrollment deadline passed. Contact school directly for information. Offers enrollment to displaced students, accepting applications until noon on September 6, 2005, EST. The admissions office is open Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, contact Connie Holt at 407-646-2232.
 * University of Central Florida (Orlando, FL) - - Indicated special enrollment deadline passed. Contact school directly for information. The University of Central Florida is allowing college students displaced by Hurricane Katrina to register for classes on a space-available basis by Friday, September 9 at 5pm.  407-823-6188 Because UCF started classes Aug. 22, admissions staff will work one-on-one with displaced students to expedite admission, enrollment and financial assistance processes. Application fees will be waived, and students will pay in-state tuition rates. UCF will provide guidance and tutoring assistance, as well as referrals for housing and other necessities.
 * University of Florida (Gainesville, FL) - offers correspondence courses to students affected by Katrina.
 * University of North Florida (Jacksonville, FL) - Application fees have been waived for students from hurricane impacted areas. Transcripts and test scores are not being required for admission however students are encouraged to submit all available information. Students are encouraged to bring their current school ID if it is available. All applicants will be classified as Florida residents for tuitition purposes. Students will not be required to pay course fees until after 9/13/05. The Academic Center for Excellence is assisting students with course selection and the enrollment petition process. Enrollment petitions for adding coursework are being submitted to the Admissions Office. For additional information call the UNF Admissions Office at (904) 620-2638.
 * University of South Florida (Tampa, FL) - The University of South Florida is offering spaces for displaced students at in-state rates. Read more at this link:  or call 877-873-2855
 * University of West Florida (Pensacola, FL) - UWF offers admission to displaced students and will work with each student to determine financial aid. For more information, call 850-474-2230 or 1-800-264-1074, or e-mail admissions@uwf.edu.
 * Valencia Community College (Orlando, FL) - Valencia "will welcome students from hurricane-ravaged states, enabling them to enroll in fall classes with or without the official documents usually needed for enrollment." For more information, call Dr. Sonya Joseph at 407-582-5050.

Georgia

 * Agnes Scott College (Decatur, GA) - Indicated special enrollment deadline passed. Contact school directly for information. Women's college. "Agnes Scott College is offering students from institutions affected by Hurricane Katrina space in its undergraduate classes on a space-available basis for the fall 2005 semester. Students will be accepted as transient students. Campus housing is available on a limited basis.  Because classes began at the college on Wednesday, August 31, accepted students are asked to begin classes no later than Friday, September 9. Students seeking to enroll as transient students should have application materials in the Agnes Scott admission office no later than Thursday, September 8, at 4:30 pm EST, and will be notified of a decision as soon as possible."
 * Augusta State University (Augusta, GA) - Augusta State University will accept transfer students from hurricane-affected institutions, deferring as necessary tuition and fees for fall semester. For non-Georgia residents, Augusta State will also waive the out-of-state residence fees. Katherine Sweeney, director of admissions and registrar, 706-737-1632 or 1-800-341-4373.
 * Brenau University (Gainsville, GA) - Offers tuition-free admissions and housing, and meal scholarships to qualified students. Must show evidence of admission and enrollment in college or university in Katrina effected area. For admissions information, call 1-800-252-5119.
 * Emory University (Atlanta, GA) - "Although most of our academic divisions are more than fully subscribed, we will enroll as transient students for the fall semester about 100 undergraduate students in Emory College, the School of Nursing, and the Business School. Enrolling these students in temporary status, rather than as transfers, protects the future viability of the institutions in which the students are currently enrolled."
 * Georgia College and State University (Milledgeville, GA) - GCSU will accept students whose colleges in Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama are closed because of Hurricane Katrina and its aftermath. To assist these students, out-of-state tuition will be waived, as will all application fees. Additionally, all tuition and fees will be deferred for one semester. Some beds are available in university housing to accommodate any transfer students, and the university will work with faculty and students to ensure a successful transition. Students who would like more information should contact the Office of Admissions at (800) 342-0471 or (478) 445-1283.
 * Georgia Institute of Technology (Atlanta, GA) - Tech is opening its undergraduate and graduate admissions process to students from universities that have been closed due to the hurricane and associated flood waters. All requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis through Thursday, September 8. Admissions will be granted for one semester only. Undergraduate Admission 404-894-4154 or admission@gatech.edu. Georgia Tech does not currently have space available in its residence halls and will be referring new students admitted under this policy to other housing options.
 * Georgia Southwestern State University (Americus, GA) - Georgia Southwestern State University is prepared to assist college students who want to continue their education, but have been displaced from their home campuses by the Hurricane Katrina devastation. GSW is prepared to accommodate transient students in upper division classes in most majors and could accommodate approximately 100 transient students in overflow housing on campus. For more information, contact GSW's Office of Admissions at 1-800-338-0082.
 * Georgia State University (Atlanta, GA) - Georgia State will charge a maximum total of $100 to include application fee, all mandatory fees, tuition and late fees. This will apply to all in-state and out-of-state students. This offer does not include housing. Georgia State has a limited housing and it is full.
 * Medical College of Georgia (Augusta, GA) - MCG has stated that they wish to accommodate Georgia residents who were working on degrees in public health at universities in the afflicted area, but no definite admissions procedure has been posted on their website. Contact the office of admissions for further information.
 * LaGrange College (LaGrange, GA) - Displaced students wishing to enroll at LaGrange College should contact the Admission Office at 800-593-2885 or e-mail admission@lagrange.edu. Students who have already paid tuition to a private college will be permitted to enroll "in good faith."
 * Life University (Marietta, GA) - Accepts displaced student tuition-free through October 7, 2005. Limited housing available. "Life University is in a unique position, due to our Fall Quarter beginning in October, to assist students who have not been able to make arrangements to attend other institutions. Students may contact our admissions office at 1-800-543-3202 or locally at 770-426-2884, or by contacting our director of admissions at drdeb@life.edu."
 * Military College of Georgia (Dahlonega, GA) - "NGCSU is especially qualified to accept any ROTC students, since more than 70 of the university's students are currently deployed in active military service, although other displaced students also are welcome." Contact admissions at 1-800-498-9581.
 * North Georgia & State University (Dahlonega, GA) - "North Georgia College & State University is making room for up to 50 residence students on its Dahlonega campus." For information, contact admissions at 1-800-498-9581.
 * Oglethorpe University (Atlanta, GA) - "The Admission Office is helping displaced college students affected by Katrina by extending admit deadlines and offering priority placement to those wishing to temporarily or permanently continue their education. So far, over 10 students from the affected areas have been placed at Oglethorpe. Displaced students interested in continuing their education at Oglethorpe should call the Admission Office at 404-364-8307."
 * Reinhardt College (Waleska, GA) - "Reinhardt President Dr. J. Thomas Isherwood said up to 10 students displaced from impacted colleges and universities in Louisiana and Mississippi will be accepted tuition-free for fall semester." For more information, call 770-720-5526 or 1-87-REINHARDT, or e-mail admissions@reinhardt.edu.
 * Savannah College of Art and Design (Savannah, GA; Atlanta, GA) - "The Savannah College of Art and Design is offering to assist students who were attending other colleges but now are displaced due to Hurricane Katrina. These students are welcome to attend SCAD fall quarter 2005 as transient students with free tuition. Fall quarter at SCAD begins Sept.14 and ends Nov. 22. Displaced students who wish to attend SCAD in Savannah or Atlanta on a transient basis should contact the admission office at admission@scad.edu or call toll-free in Savannah at 1-800-8690-7223 or toll-free in Atlanta at 877.722.3285. These students may complete the application form online. They must provide documentation that they were enrolled and had paid tuition for fall 2005 in a college or university closed as a result of Hurricane Katrina. The program is available for the fall quarter only and does not include housing or meals."
 * Spelman College (Atlanta, GA) - College has set up emergency scholarship fund to financially assist students from areas affected by the hurricane. "The College has received and is reviewing requests for guest-student status from several applicants enrolled in accredited colleges in the affected areas. 'We have received applications from students who are attending colleges now closed due to the impact of Hurricane Katrina, and we are working with these students to determine eligibility for guest student status,' said Arlene Cash, vice president, Enrollment Management."
 * University System of Georgia (GA) - This comprises all public colleges and universities in the state of Georgia; follow the link for a complete list, with a summary of each institution's policy for displaced students. Students of institutions in the affected areas will be eligible for a waiver of out-of-state tuition. Where possible, students will provide evidence of admission or enrollment. These waivers are outside the 2% out-of-state waivers regularly allowed to institutions.  Tuition will not be waived for students who have already paid tution at their home institutions, but tuition and fees will be deferred.  Room and board will be deferred.  Documentation of immunization will be deferred.  All other admissions decisions are left to the judgement of individual institutions.
 * University of Georgia (Athens, GA) - Indicated special enrollment deadline passed. Contact school directly for information. UGA is attempting to accommodate GA residents and students who have previously applied to UGA. Admissions are considered on a case-by-case basis.  The deadline for applications is 12PM EDT Tuesday, 6 September.
 * Wesleyan College (Macon, GA) - Women's college. Wesleyan is prepared to welcome as many as 100 female transfer students from colleges whose accreditation falls within the same parameters as its own.

Hawaii

 * University of Hawaii (HI statewide) - Will accommodate HI-resident students displaced by Katrina.

Idaho

 * Albertson College of Idaho (Caldwell, ID) - Offers space for 100 students displaced by the storm. "Idaho’s liberal arts college is offering admission to impacted students until they are able to return to their home colleges. Students displaced by the hurricane will be eligible to take credits from the college at no cost. The school will also offer assistance with transportation if needed." Semester begins September 8, 2005. For more information, contact Charlene Brown at 1-800-224-3246.
 * Boise State University (Boise, ID) - is immediately admitting affected students, with no requirements on residency or number of students. There's still plenty of campus housing available and the campus is easily accessible by bike or bus.
 * University of Idaho (Moscow, ID) - University of Idaho President Timothy White announced that the university is immediately accepting students who enrolled or planned to enroll at universities in the areas affected by hurricane "Katrina." Students will be placed in fall classes with available space, with first priority given to Idaho residents. They also may enroll for the January, 2006 semester. Ten scholarships for tuition, fee and housing for one year will be offered to any student whose college career has been interrupted by Katrina. Interested students may contact UI Admissions Office immediately, (208) 885-6326.

Illinois

 * Augustana College (Rock Island, IL) - "Augustana College to offer tuition-free education to students affected by Hurricane Katrina" - Free tuition offered for the fall trimester.
 * City Colleges of Chicago (Chicago, IL) - "City Colleges of Chicago is going to allow these students to enroll in courses equivalent to those affected in their fall 2005 course schedule. This will be at no expense to them. These students will also have access to CCC's libraries and computer labs for on-line courses in which they had previously enrolled at other institutions. Student advising will be available, and registration is underway immediately from one central location, 226 W. Jackson. Call (773) C-O-L-L-E-G-E for more information."
 * Columbia College Chicago (Chicago, IL) - Columbia College Chicago will enroll and house a limited number of at risk or in need undergraduate students directly affected by Hurricane Katrina for this Fall Semester. All expenses, including full tuition, room and board and transportation costs will be covered, for up to a year or as soon as they are able to return to their original educational homes. 312-344-7133 or mmonroe@colum.edu.
 * DePaul University (Chicago, IL) - DePaul offers expedited admission to displaced students from affected areas. Full admission status as degree-seeking students possible, classes start September 7, 2005. DePaul's School for New Learning has rolling start dates for students who apply after classes begin. Please call the admissions office at 312-362-8300 for assistance.
 * Dominican University (River Forest, IL) - Indicated special enrollment deadline passed. Contact school directly for information. Offers expedited admission, application fee waiver, expedited advising, scholarship and financial aid considerations, through September 14, 2005. For more information, contact the school at 708-366-2490.
 * Federation of Independent Illinois Colleges and Universities (State wide, IL) - "Illinois’ private colleges and universities are using all available resources to open their dorms, classrooms and campuses to displaced college students (undergraduate and graduate) and other victims of Hurricane Katrina. As of September 8, the Federation of Independent Illinois Colleges and Universities estimates that more than 1,000 displaced or affected students will respond to offers from Illinois private institutions and enroll here for the fall semester." Visit each school's Web site for specific special enrollment information, or for a COLLECTIVE LIST established by the Illinois Board of Higher Education, visit this link.
 * Illinois College (Jacksonville, IL) - <span style="color: rgb(255, 102, 0);">Indicated special enrollment deadline passed. Contact school directly for information. "If the decision is made that fall classes can not be held at Dillard University during the early phase of the recovery process, the College invites 10-12 Dillard students to consider enrolling at Illinois College as visiting students. Illinois College will waive its usual charges for Dillard University students temporarily joining it through such a hosting arrangement." Application accepted through September 12, 2005. For more information, call toll free at 1-866-464-5265 or e-mail admissions@ic.edu.
 * Illinois Institute of Technology (Chicago, IL) - "IIT as an institution will do everything possible to accommodate students from schools in the affected areas. If you are a student at a university affected by Hurricane Katrina and are interested in transferring to IIT please contact Undergraduate Admission at 312.567.3025, or Graduate Admission at 312.567.3020."
 * Illinois State University (Normal, IL) - <span style="color: rgb(255, 102, 0);">Indicated special enrollment deadline passed. Contact school directly for information. "Students interested in coming to Illinois State must be transferring from areas affected by Hurricane Katrina and must be ready to attend classes by September 9. All existing university admissions, housing and financial aid policies will apply. Students or families seeking information may e-mail Admissions Director Molly Arnold at molly.arnold@ilstu.edu or call her at 309-438-2343 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. or 309-310-5674 after 4:30 p.m., CST."
 * Illinois Wesleyan University (Bloomington, IL) - The University announced today that it has a limited number of spaces to make available for qualified students who have been displaced from their undergraduate studies by Hurricane Katrina. Acting Provost Roger Schnaitter said that the University will consider students who could begin attendance by next Tuesday. Classes at Illinois Wesleyan began this past Monday [August 29]...Students who are interested in pursuing attendance should contact the Office of Admission at 309-556-3031.
 * Judson College (Elgin, IL) - "Judson College, an accredited 6 year B.A. + M.Arch. program in Elgin, IL (northwest suburbs of Chicago) is accepting up to 10 students for the rest of the academic year." For information, contact Keelan P. Kaiser, or call 1-800-879-5376 or e-mail admissions@judsoncollege.edu.
 * Knox College (Galesburg, IL) - <span style="color: rgb(255, 102, 0);">Indicated special enrollment deadline passed. Contact school directly for information. "Students can enroll for fall term without being charged tuition. The Knox academic calendar features three ten-week terms, the first of which is scheduled to begin on Thursday, September 8. The deadline for affected students to enroll will be extended to Wednesday, September 14. This makes it possible for students to enroll for a full course load...For students who choose to live on campus, room and board will be assessed at regular rates. Interested students should contact Paul Steenis, Dean of Admission, at 800-678-KNOX."
 * Lake Forest College (Lake Forest, IL - Chicago metro area) - <span style="color: rgb(255, 102, 0);">Indicated special enrollment deadline passed. Contact school directly for information. Can accept a limited number of students who may apply as "special students" (ie, non-degree students); registration counseling will be available on Monday, September 5 and students must be registered by September 7.
 * Loyola University (Chicago, IL) - Offered expedited admission for victims attending Loyola University New Orleans or Tulane University, fellow members of the AJCU. Class registration and other admission issues will be expedited. Limited campus housing will be available.
 * McKendree College (Lebanon, IL) - Offers free tuition to displaced students meeting McKendree's admissions standards. Limited campus housing is available. Contact the office of admissions at 1-800-BEARCAT ext. 6831.
 * Midwestern University (Downers Grove, IL) - "Students as well as medical residents and interns are welcome to either audit or enroll in classes in osteopathic medicine, podiatric medicine, pharmacy, physician assistant studies, physical therapy, occupational therapy, biomedical sciences, clinical psychology, graduate education, cardiovascular science, and nurse anesthesia at MWU's Downers Grove (IL) and Glendale (AZ) campuses." For information, contact Karen Johnson at 630-515-7333 or at communications@midwestern.edu.
 * Millikin University (Decatur, IL) - "Millikin is committed to assisting college students displaced due to Hurricane Katrina." Students will enroll as "special status" students. On-campus residence halls and off-campus apartments available. For more information, contact the office of admission at 1-800-373-7733.
 * Monmouth College (Monmouth, IL) - <span style="color: rgb(255, 102, 0);">Indicated special enrollment deadline passed. Contact school directly for information. "Students who are enrolled at an institution closed by the hurricane may apply for admission as visiting students, while displaced faculty may apply for consideration as short-term visiting scholars. Applications for displaced students will be accepted through Sept. 16. Students may request additional information or initiate an application by contacting director of new student enrollment Christine Johnston at cjohnsto@monm.edu. Displaced faculty interested in becoming visiting scholars at Monmouth may request campus housing, a travel stipend, access to academic and recreational facilities, and an opportunity to lead campus discussions in either their areas of academic interest or on issues related to the hurricane and its aftermath. Visiting scholar appointments may range from several weeks to the entire semester. Inquiries should be addressed to Professor Marta Tucker at marta@monm.edu."
 * Morraine Valley Community College (Palos Hills, IL) - "Those students from the Moraine Valley area and who are members of displaced families relocated to the area may audit classes at the college at no cost. They will be able to audit classes already underway or short-term classes that start throughout the semester. The college also will work individually with students desiring to earn credit for courses they want to enroll in." For more information, call 708-974-5346.
 * National-Louis University (Chicago, IL and other campuses) - "National-Louis University (IL) will admit any student already enrolled in an accredited university, college or community college within the areas affected by Hurricane Katrina and subsequent flooding." Up to 30 beds available in student dormitory. National-Louis has campuses in Chicago, Evanston, Lisle, Elgin, Wheeling, and Beloit and Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The offer also extends to classes at the university’s Florida and Washington, D.C. campuses. For more information, visit the school's Web site.
 * North Central College (Naperville, IL) - "The College has set up a special admission “hot-line” (630-637-5800) to deal with inquiries from Chicago-area students and their families whose higher education plans have been disrupted by the hurricane and subsequent flooding." For more information, contact the school at 1-800-411-1861.
 * North Park University (Chicago, IL) - "The university will take in any student who was admitted to another institution, without application or applications fees, for one semester" Tuition for fall semester waived. Housing assistance available. For more information, contact Shari Clemens at 773-244-5503.
 * Northwestern University (Evanston, IL) - <span style="color: rgb(255, 102, 0);">Indicated special enrollment deadline passed. Contact school directly for information. Classes do not start until September 20th, making it a good choice for those who are displaced. "Northwestern University will offer students enrolled at colleges and universities in hurricane-stricken areas the opportunity to take classes at Northwestern this fall as visiting students.  Northwestern will waive tuition for those students, allowing tuition revenues to continue to go to those students "home" institutions.  The application deadline for those students will be extended to Sept. 15. Students seeking to enroll in the emergency visiting student program should contact Lesley Todd at the School of Continuing Studies at 847-491-5251, by e-mail at scs@northwestern.edu or go to www.scs.northwestern.edu/ugrad/nondegree.
 * Roosevelt University (Chicago, IL) - Students who are enrolled at accredited institutions impacted by Hurricane Katrina are welcome to continue their education at Roosevelt. The University will work with students on an individual basis to facilitate their tuition and financial aid arrangements. 1-877-277-5978
 * Southern Illinois University at Carbondale (Carbondale, IL) - "opens its doors to undergraduate and graduate students attending Gulf Coast universities disrupted by Hurricane Katrina." For information, contact Jim Carl at undergraduate admissions at 618-453-2961 or at jcarl@siu.edu. Please specify that you are affected by Hurricane Katrina.
 * University of Chicago (Chicago, IL) - <span style="color: rgb(255, 102, 0);">Indicated special enrollment deadline passed. Contact school directly for information. University of Chicago will accept a limited number of students for the status of undergraduate Student at Large (SAL) for the fall quarter of 2005 from students attending institutions of higher education in the affected communities. Deadline has been extended to the end of the business day on Monday, September 12. Offers of admission by Friday, September 16. Classes begin on Monday, September 26. Application fee will be waived. Andre Phillips, 773-702-8656, or phi5@uchicago.edu.
 * University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (Urbana, IL) - Office of Admissions and Records 217/333-0302. Financial aid 217/333-0100. Loyola is able to accommodate up to 40 students.
 * Western Illinois University (Macomb, Illinois) - "Students displaced by the hurricane will be extended in-state tuition rates and are eligible for Western’s Cost Guarantee program until such time that they wish to transfer to their previous institution. Western’s Cost Guarantee freezes tuition, fees, room and board for students who remain continuously enrolled at the University at the cost level of their first year at Western. College students from the hurricane-ravaged areas can call the office of admissions at 309/298-3157 or 309/298-3140 for information. While classes began at Western Aug. 22, the University will accommodate students at either the Macomb or Quad Cities campus. The University will defer required application materials until they can be made available."
 * Wheaton College (Wheaton, IL) - "Although space is limited, Wheaton is committed to helping those students seeking an educational experience within a Christian community. Financial arrangements will be made on a case-by-case basis. The Admissions Office requires a completed application, the first essay of the application to be completed, and a high school transcript (if available). All other requirements, including the application fee, recommendations and remaining essays will be waived." For more information, contact admissions at admissions@wheaton.edu, 1-800-222-2419, or visit the school's Web site.

Indiana

 * Ball State University (Muncie, IN) - BSU opens its door to displaced university students. Limited housing available. Immediate response desired. Undergraduate students should call the office of admissions at 1-800-482-4278.
 * Crossroads Bible College (Indianapolis, IN) - "Our college would like to offer a year on our campus for any college students affected."
 * Depauw University (Greencastle, IN) - "DePauw is offering to accept students whose college studies have been disrupted by the storm and provide workspace for displaced professors. It is also offering, through the Red Cross and NAACP, two vacant living spaces to families who are fleeing the Gulf Coast and need short-to-intermediate term housing. DePauw is also examining the possibility of hosting faculty colleagues who need places to work. Abraham says the visitors might come here to teach part-time or simply have offices where they can recover their notes and prepare for their classes for when their institutions reopen."
 * Franklin College (Franklin, IN) - <span style="color: rgb(255, 102, 0);">Indicated special enrollment deadline passed. Contact school directly for information. Students enrolled in Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia and Louisiana schools shut down by storm damage can enroll for available spaces in fall semester classes at Franklin College without an application fee and without charge for tuition. Vice President of Enrollment and Marketing Alan Hill at (317) 738-8062 no later than Friday, Sept. 9.
 * Huntington University (Huntington, IN) - <span style="color: rgb(255, 102, 0);">Indicated special enrollment deadline passed. Contact school directly for information. "will accept up to 20 college students displaced by the storm. Tuition, fees, room and board will be waived for these students for the Fall 2005 semester. Students may enroll in classes, either full- or part-time, on a special emergency transfer basis until September 17. Transcripts will not be required, but students are asked to present a current, valid ID from an accredited college or university damaged or closed by Hurricane Katrina." For information, call 260-359-4011 or e-mail sharvey@huntington.edu. http://www.huntington.edu/news/0506/hurricane.htm]
 * Indiana State University (Terre Haute, IN) - Offers enrollment at in-state tuition rate for both undergraduate and graduate students. "A letter of admission or registration from any impacted college or university will be accepted for admission to Indiana State." Call 1-800-GO-TO-ISU for general information.
 * Indiana University (Bloomington, IN) - Accepting students from the affected schools, with priority to students admitted to IU but eventually enrolled at Tulane. A special telephone number and Web site have been created to provide timely and useful information. Students and families may call 866-264-2491or go online to http://www.iub.edu/hurricane for up-to-date information about campus counseling and financial assistance services...IU is doing everything possible to help them and students from other universities in Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama to enroll. Close to 20 students have been admitted thus far and more are arriving this week... The Office of Admissions, Office of the Registrar, University Division and many other IU offices are streamlining the process for when these students arrive. Residential Programs & Services will be accommodating their housing needs, and the offices of Student Financial Assistance and the Bursar will work with the families regarding fees. Current IUB students whose families have been victims of the hurricane will be contacted directly by the Dean of Students office. Those whose funds are locked up as a result of the disaster may contact the IU Office of Student Financial Assistance at 812-855-0321. IUB now has just under 100 students from the affected areas.
 * Manchester College (North Manchester, IN) - <span style="color: rgb(255, 102, 0);">Indicated special enrollment deadline passed. Contact school directly for information. Offers special arrangements on a case-by-case basis to displaced students already admitted or enrolled in a four-year baccalaureate institution. The liberal arts college will speed the registration and financial aid processes. Apply by September 9 to begin classes no later than September 12. For more information, contact McFadden at 1-800-852-3648 or at dfm@manchester.edu.
 * Ottawa University - "Ottawa University (KS)(AZ)(WI)(IN), with a residential campus in Ottawa, Kansas, and adult campuses in Overland Park, Kansas; Phoenix, Mesa, and Tempe, Arizona; Milwaukee, Wisconsin; and Jeffersonville, Indiana, will accept students who have been relocated by Hurricane Katrina. All OU locations are offering a tuition waiver for the first term to assist traditional age and adult students with their academic needs." Contact Susan Backofen at susan.backofen@ottawa.edu or 1-800-755-5200 ext. 1044 for more information.
 * Purdue University (West Lafayette, IN) - Offers spaces in its graduate and family housing facilities to families of Purdue students affected by the hurricane. Immediate admittance is being granted to all academically qualified applicants wishing to transfer from Louisiana, Mississippi, or Alabama institutions forced to suspend operations due to the hurricane.
 * Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College (Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, IN) - Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College will welcome displaced students who are enrolled at colleges impacted by Hurricane Katrina. For the 2005-2006 Academic year, assistance at up to no-direct cost to students may include tuition, room, board and fees. Displaced students may enroll in the fall semester through Sept. 25, and students displaced interested in winter semester should make application by Dec. 1. Any interested students should contact the Office of Campus Admission at 800-926-SMWC for details. Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College was founded in 1840 by the Sisters of Providence and is the nation’s oldest Catholic liberal arts college for women. [www.smwc.edu]
 * Saint Mary's College (Notre Dame, IN) - <span style="color: rgb(255, 102, 0);">Indicated special enrollment deadline passed. Contact school directly for information. Accepts qualified displaces students visiting students, tuition-free if students already paid tuition in full at their home institutions. Apply by September 13, 2005. For information, contact Daniel Meyer at 1-800-551-7621 or at dmeyers@saintmarys.edu.
 * Tri-State University (Angola, IN) - "TSU invites all college students enrolled in Southern schools affected by Hurricane Katrina to attend fall classes at TSU (closing date of Friday, September 16). Tuition will be waived for the fall term." For information, contact Carol Brown at 1-800-347-4878.
 * University of Evansville (Evansville, IN) - <span style="color: rgb(255, 102, 0);">Indicated special enrollment deadline passed. Contact school directly for information. Offers to waive tuition for students affected by Katrina. Students would be only responsible for fees and book costs, and must be enrolled by September 7.
 * University of Indianapolis (Indianapolis, IN) - <span style="color: rgb(255, 102, 0);">Indicated special enrollment deadline passed. Contact school directly for information. "The University of Indianapolis will waive tuition charges for students from Gulf Coast schools and admit them as guest students for the fall semester. Displaced students should contact Vice President Mark Weigand (weigand@uindy.edu) by Monday morning, Sept. 12. The University’s toll-free number is 800-232-8634."
 * University of Southern Indiana (Evansville, IN) - <span style="color: rgb(255, 102, 0);">Indicated special enrollment deadline passed. Contact school directly for information. Extends tuition-free enrollment to displaced students, both undergraduate and graduate students, through September 7, 2005. For information, call 812-480-0097.
 * Valparaiso University (Valparaiso, IN) - University personnel stand ready to assist any college students from the affected areas who may wish to enroll elsewhere while their home institutions are preparing to reopen. Contact: 1-888-GO-VALPO.

Iowa

 * Briar Cliff University (Sioux City, IA) - "Briar Cliff University is accepting displaced students affected by Hurricane Katrina. These students may enroll before September 14, 2005 on an interim basis until they can return to their respective institutions. Financial aid assistance and assistance in finding housing are available on a case-by-case basis. Contact the Office of Admissions at 1-800-662-3303 or at admissions@briarcliff.edu." http://www.briarcliff.edu]
 * Clarke College (Dubuque, IA) - "Clarke will accept up to 10 students originally from the tri-state area, including communities within 100 miles of Clarke, to begin courses this fall. Students may also choose to begin courses in October through Clarke's TimeSaver Program. Every student must be in good standing and will hold visiting-student status." For more information, contact Sharon Lyons at 563-588-6316 or 1-800-383-2345, e-mail admissions@clarke.edu.
 * Cornell College (Mr. Vernon, IA) - "Has room in its campus housing and several fall semester classes for up to 20 students from colleges and universities affected by Hurricane Katrina." Students will apply in time for Term Two, which begins October 3. Must complete Hurricane Katrina application, found on the school's Web site. For more information, contact admissions at 1-800-747-1112 or at admissions@cornellcollege.edu.
 * Drake University (Des Moines, IA) - Drake "is accepting applications for visiting student status from undergraduate and graduate students whose institutions have been affected by Hurricane Katrina. Applicants must meet the University’s criteria for admission." Call immediate at 1-800-44-DRAKE or 515-271-3181.
 * Iowa Lakes Community College (Statewide, IA) - "Iowa Lakes Community College and member colleges of the online consortium will offer a special online fall term of college transfer online (freshman and sophomore level) course work. The semester will begin around October 1st and conclude in mid December." For more information, contact Theresa Ziegler at tziegler@iowalakes.edu or at 719-362-7948.
 * Iowa State University (Ames, IA) - The University also stands ready to work with any student from a college or university in the New Orleans area who has been displaced by Hurricane Katrina and who is interested in temporarily transferring to Iowa State. We also may be able to house a limited number of displaced persons in some of our unused residence hall space.
 * Loras College (Dubuque, IA) - "Loras will expedite the process for students previously enrolled at one of the affected universities. These students will be offered campus housing as well as quick start enrollment, orientation and financial assistance.  Loras College will work to place these students in classes that will transfer to their home colleges as soon as those institutions are able to reopen." For more information, contact admissions at 1-800-245-6727 or at admissions@loras.edu.
 * Mount Mercy College (Cedar Rapids, IA) - <span style="color: rgb(255, 102, 0);">Indicated special enrollment deadline passed. Contact school directly for information. "Mount Mercy College (IA) warmly welcomes and will assist, on a case by case basis, college students who have been displaced by hurricane Katrina. To participate in the now underway fall semester students must be on campus by September 12.  Otherwise, students may enroll as special transfer students for the January term and spring semester.  Students should call Dean of Admission Jim Krystofiak at 1-800-248-4504."
 * Northwestern College (Orange City, IA) - "Will accept students displaced by Hurricane Katrina. We are committed to helping students make the transition back to their home institution as soon and as smoothly as possible. Contact the registrar's office, 712-707-7145, for more information."
 * Simpson College (Indianola, IA) - Simpson College will admit displaced students from Dillard University into its fall semester. These students will have their tuition waived. Furthermore, the college will provide free housing and a meal plan. For more information, contact Dean Jim Thorius at 515-961-1532.
 * University of Iowa (Iowa City, IA) - The University of Iowa Office of Admissions has had contact with about 16 students from colleges in the region devastated by Hurricane Katrina and could enroll up to 75 transfer students this semester, UI Executive Vice President and Provost Michael Hogan said...Hogan said registration deadlines will be waived for students transferring from colleges and universities devastated by Hurricane Katrina. The UI will assist them in arranging financial aid and local housing, either in residence halls or off campus.

Kansas

 * Benedictine College (Atchison, KS) - "Benedictine College is waiving tuition for the fall semester for college and university students in the areas affected by the storm. The offer is available to students who were previously enrolled in a private institution in the disaster area and is on a space available basis." For more information, call admissions at 1-800-467-5340.
 * Friends University (Wachita, KS) - "Friends University (KS) in Wichita opens its doors to students displaced by Hurricane Katrina. Friends will offer admission and/or visiting student status, waiver of application and tuition fees and accelerated transfer of credit to the home school for the fall semester on a space available basis. Other fees, room and board as applicable will be charged at the regular rate." Apply by September 23, 2005. For information, contact undergraduate admissions at 1-800-577-2233 or at 1-316-295-5100.
 * Kansas State University (Manhattan, KS) - "We have e-mailed currently enrolled students from Mississippi and Louisiana to offer assistance on a case-by-case basis," Bosco said. "In addition, we are waiving the late registration fee of $25 for any student from the hurricane area that enrolls at K-State this semester. We also will meet one-on-one with potential students to develop financial aid packages." Bosco said staff members will assist students impacted by Hurricane Katrina in identifying on-campus or off-campus housing." Contact Pat Bosco, Dean of Student Life. 785-532-6237, bosco@k-state.edu. LiveJournal user nwgreen is at KSU, has indicated that KSU has accepted foreign students as well, and can help.
 * Kansas Wesleyan University (Salina, KS) - Offers admission to displaced students as a result of Hurricane Katrina. Each inquiry for the fall semester will be handled on a case-by-case basis, assistance for spring enrollment available. Late application/late registration fees waived, financial aid available. For more information, call admissions at 785-827-5541 ext 1283, or 1-800-874-1154.
 * Ottawa University - "Ottawa University (KS)(AZ)(WI)(IN), with a residential campus in Ottawa, Kansas, and adult campuses in Overland Park, Kansas; Phoenix, Mesa, and Tempe, Arizona; Milwaukee, Wisconsin; and Jeffersonville, Indiana, will accept students who have been relocated by Hurricane Katrina. All OU locations are offering a tuition waiver for the first term to assist traditional age and adult students with their academic needs." Contact Susan Backofen at susan.backofen@ottawa.edu or 1-800-755-5200 ext. 1044 for more information.
 * Pittsburg State University (Pittsburg, KS) - "Pittsburg State University can expedite the enrollment of any student from one of the higher education institutions in the devastated areas. PSU currently has limited on-campus housing available that could be made available immediately to incoming students. The university stands ready to help incoming students from the Gulf Coast arrange for transportation to southeast Kansas. We realize this natural disaster will have an impact on the stricken area well beyond the fall semester and in ways hard to predict. The Office of International Programs has already been contacted about the possibility that two international students scheduled to attend Tulane University may want to enroll at Pittsburg State University."
 * University of Kansas (Lawrence, KS) - "In acknowledgement of this natural disaster, we are waiving late admission fees, seeking campus housing options and doing whatever we can to assist these families so that disaster of the hurricane does not impede their college careers," said Chancellor Robert Hemenway. "We just want to help." Parents began calling KU’s Office of Admissions and Scholarships yesterday...Any student or parent seeking assistance may call the university at 785-864-3911."

Kentucky

 * Asbury College (Wilmore, KY) - <span style="color: rgb(255, 102, 0);">Indicated special enrollment deadline passed. Contact school directly for information. The College will welcome up to 20 students to enroll at Asbury College for the fall semester who are currently enrolled at any college or university affected by Hurricane Katrina. Asbury College will provide tuition and housing for free during the fall semester. The College will make every effort to accommodate and assist students who may apply. Applicants must contact the President’s office and speak with Dana Moutz by Sept. 9. For more information or to apply, e-mail president@asbury.edu or call 859-858-3511, ext. 2110.
 * Bellarmine University (Louisville, KY) - <span style="color: rgb(255, 102, 0);">Indicated special enrollment deadline passed. Contact school directly for information. Bellarmine University has formulated an emergency plan to help admit and accommodate students who were enrolled in colleges and universities affected by Hurricane Katrina. The plan calls for a 50 percent discount on tuition, room and board and all application fees will be waived. Bellarmine, which began its fall semester on August 22, already has admitted two students who had been enrolled at Tulane University...“Bellarmine University in Louisville, Kentucky welcomes and will accommodate 12 male students and 24 female students in the residence halls, with no limit for students who wish to live off-campus. Since Bellarmine began classes on August 22, each student displaced by Hurricane Katrina interested in attending Bellarmine must be admitted by September 9, 2005, at the latest, and will begin classes no later than September 12. Call 1-800-274-4723 ext. 8131.
 * Berea College (Berea, KY) - "Students who have been displaced from their home campuses should contact the Berea College Office of Admissions. Phone Toll-Free: 1-800-326-5948, or email: admissions@berea.edu to discuss enrollment and residence options. Campus housing is available for approximately 40 additional students (25 women and 15 men), and many Berea College community members have extended their hospitality to address any unmet housing needs as well."
 * Brescia University (Owensboro, KY) - "Has indicated that they can take students and will work with students on financial aid."
 * Centre College (Danville, KY) - <span style="color: rgb(255, 102, 0);">Indicated special enrollment deadline passed. Contact school directly for information. "Centre College ... [will] accommodate a limited number of qualified students who may enroll as non-degree seeking Visiting Students. This enrollment option is intended solely for students affected by the disaster. ... Interested students should contact the Office of Admission at Centre College immediately. The telephone number is 1-800-423-6236. Interested students should know that many classes are full and that the College will make the best possible placement within this limitation. Class placement and financial assistance will be determined on a case-by-case basis. The last day for registration as a Visiting Student is September, 9, 2005. ... Please contact J. Carey Thompson, Dean of Admission and Student Financial Planning (cthompso@centre.edu) or Bob Nesmith, Director of Admission (nesmith@centre.edu), to discuss enrollment as a Visiting Student."
 * Eastern Kentucky University (Richmond, KY) - Offers "visiting student" status to displaced students from affected areas. Scholarship to cover difference between "in-state" and "out-of-state" tuition. Approximately 200 bed spaces available. Online application available. For information, call 1-800-465-9191 or 859-622-6454.
 * Georgetown College (Georgetown, KY) - "Record freshman class enrollments have left bed space short, but it can take a few students and is willing to work with commuting central Kentucky students and/or help students find off-campus accommodations." Call 502-863-8009 or 1-800-788-9985.
 * Kentucky Wesleyan College (Owensboro, KY) - KWC is opening its doors to displaced students. "They should contact Ken Rasp in admissions and he will develop an expeditious system for helping them. He can be reached via email at krasp@kwc.edu or by telephone 270-852-3122."
 * Lindsey Wilson College (Columbia, KY) - "A total of 25 spots -- 15 for female and 10 for male -- are open for students who also want to live on the Lindsey Wilson campus during this school year. Normal room and board rates will apply." Tuition and fees waived. Visiting student status. For information, call 270-384-8100 or 1-800-264-0138, or e-mail info@lindsey.edu.
 * Midway College (Midway, KY) - "Midway will provide up to five displaced female students full tuition, room and board for one year. Students can begin in October for Midway’s second module." Call the school at 859-846-4421 or 1-800-755-0031.
 * Murray State University (Murray, KY) - "Classroom space, learning resources, and housing to displaced faculty and college students at institutions affected by the storm. Please contact the Office of Institutional Advancement (email: jim.carter@murraystate.edu or telephone: 1-800-758-8510) for additional information and to expedite assistance."
 * Spalding University (Louisville, KY) - "Spalding’s concentrated six week sessions will allow students impacted by Katrina to enroll in October and complete at least 12 credits during the fall. Financial aid counselors are prepared to work with students and there is space available in Spalding resident halls." For information, call admissions at 502-585-7111 or 1-800-896-8941 ext. 2111, or e-mail admissions@spalding.edu.
 * St. Catherine College (St. Catherine, KY) - "The college can accommodate 20-25 students displaced by Katrina." For information, call 859-336-5082.
 * Thomas More College (Crestview Hills, KY) - "Has indicated that they can take students and will work with students on financial aid." For information, call the school at 859-341-5800.
 * Transylvania University (Lexington, KY) - <span style="color: rgb(255, 102, 0);">Indicated special enrollment deadline passed. Contact school directly for information. "Transylvania will enroll displaced students as visiting students. When the appropriate time comes, Transylvania will assist visiting students in their transition back to their home school. The university’s classes begin Tuesday, September 6. For more information, please call Transylvania’s registrar at (859) 233-8116 or director of admissions at (859) 233-8242."
 * Union College (Barbourville, KY) - Offers enrollment to limited number of displaced undergraduate students. Will waive up to full-tuition. On-campus housing on space-available basis. Contact admissions at enrollme@unionky.edu or at 1-800-489-UNION.
 * University of Kentucky (Lexington, KY) - "The refugee students – eight from Tulane University, four from Loyola University both in Louisiana and others from the hurricane-impacted area – will be enrolled at UK and will be offered on-campus housing and additional aid, said Philipp Kraemer, associate provost for undergraduate education. Kraemer said UK will place temporary waivers on the tuition, fees, housing and dining accounts of the displaced students to facilitate enrollment."
 * University of Louisville (Louisville, KY) - "U of L will allow students from institutions shut down by the hurricane to enroll late. The university also announced that it will waive application fees, will help students locate housing and will work with them on financial aid issues. In addition, the university is providing access to key services over the holiday weekend so that they can be ready to attend classes on Tuesday...Students wishing to enroll should call 502-852-6531 through Friday afternoon. Students who call over the weekend should call the university operators at 502-852-5555 or 1-800-334-UOFL (8635)."
 * University of the Cumberlands (Williamsburg, KY) - "The university can accommodate up to 35 males and 35 females and will only charge for room, board, fees and books." For information, contact the school at 606-549-2200 or at 1-800-343-1609.


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GNOME Project unveils latest version of Linux and Unix desktop

September 9, 2005 The GNOME Project announced today the release of the latest version of its free desktop environment for Linux and Unix operating systems. Version 2.12 of the GNOME Desktop has several new features including an updated look and feel, an improved file manager, a new "About Me" panel to keep a user's personal information and Evince, a new PDF and PostScript document viewer. Several components comprising the GNOME Desktop, including its Web browser, e-mail client, and multimedia applications, have also undergone significant changes.

Owen Taylor, chairman of the GNOME Foundation's board, explained that "GNOME 2.12 looks better than ever before and brings greater consistency." He added that "[t]here are useful new features throughout the desktop, carefully implemented to increase usability while keeping GNOME simple and intuitive."

The GNOME Desktop, which is available in 43 languages, has received some attention over the past few years with large deployments, affecting hundreds of thousands of users, reported in Spain and Brazil and several more on the way in Ireland, the United Kingdom, and China. The Italian South Tyrol province of Bolzano reported only a few days ago that 16,000 students would now be using the GNOME Desktop in private and public schools. Software vendors such as Real Networks, Mozilla (responsible for the Firefox browser), the Eclipse Project, and VMWare have adopted elements of its developer platform for software development.

More than 500 people, both volunteers and employees of sponsoring companies, make up the GNOME Project, which releases a new version of the GNOME Desktop every six months. The GNOME Foundation provides organizational support to the project.