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== Getting Started in EVE University ==

* [[Mumble]] is our main choice for Voice Communication. Please install and set up Mumble. Follow the instructions here.

* [[Discord]] is our main source of communication outside of the game and how we notify (aka 'ping') people about upcoming fleets, classes and other activities in EVE University. We also use Discord for most voice comms.

* [[Discord]] is our main source of communication outside of the game and how we 'ping' people ~~for~~ fleets, classes and other activities in EVE University.

* [[EVE University Overview]] The overview helps you to see things relevant to you, in and around New Eden, for both PvP and PvE gameplay and helps to keep your screen functional and organized.

* [[EVE University Forum]] This is where we post details about events, fleets and other important happenings within Uni.

* [[E-Uni Basics Skill Plan]] The 'Basics' is a small set of skills that will get you started in EVE uni quicker and more efficiently. This includes taking part in fleets.

* [[EVE University Overview]] The overview helps you to see things relevant to you, in and around New Eden, for both PvP and PvE gameplay and ~~help~~ to keep your screen functional and organized.

* [[~~Short~~ Skill Plan]] The '~~SSP~~' is a small set of skills that will get you started in EVE uni quicker and more efficiently. This includes taking part in fleets.

* [[Avoid Losses to War Targets]] EVE University sometimes finds itself at war. Read over this to get the very basics of how to avoid dying to war targets.

* [[Creating an Alt Hauler]] Creating an alt hauler is only one way to help prevent losses to War Targets.

Please note that you can find Corporation Events/Fleets ~~in game~~ by accessing the ~~Corporation~~ Calendar~~. To do this~~, ~~simply click on the time display (~~at the ~~bottom left~~ of ~~your screen) in EVE Online~~ and ~~it should pop right up for you~~ to ~~check what you can do with your Corpmates today!~~

Please note that you can find Corporation Events / Classes / Fleets by accessing the Eve Uni Calendar in Alliance Auth, by looking at the Events area of Discord, and some events are also added to the in-game calendar

== Chat channels and their uses ==

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We have various different chat channels and we understand that these can be a bit daunting for new members. The most important ones are summarised below.

* The "{{Co|#0099CC|Corp}}" channel is used ~~to request skillbook reimbursement and to request items from our hangars.~~

* The "{{Co|#0099CC|Corp}}" channel is used for general chat

* The "{{Co|#0099CC|Alliance}}" channel is used for ~~forming and announcing fleets,~~ classes ~~or events happening soon. If you have questions about the announcement, PM the person who made the announcement.~~

* The "{{Co|#0099CC|Alliance}}" channel is used for highlighting upcoming classes / fleets / events

~~The below channels are password protected.~~

* The "{{Co|#0099CC|Questions (EVE Uni)}}" channel is a chat-free question and answer channel. You can ask any type of questions here, and since there is no chat it may be easier to get an answer. The password can be found [https://~~forum.eveuniversity.org/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=23156 here].~~

* The "{{Co|#0099CC|Intel (EVE Uni)}}" channel is our channel for reporting intel on war targets.

~~Other channels can be found here [[EVE University Chat Channels]]. Feel free to join any of the chat channels which cover an area you are interested in.~~

== Programs and services ==

* [[Mentor Program]] This program is for players that are looking for one-one tutoring, whether for asking questions or practicing concepts ingame. You simply fill out the application provided on the page and our Mentor Manager does the rest! This is open to characters of any age and experience.

* [[The +3 Implants Program]] This program is available to those who have been playing longer than 31 days and have been in the University for at least 7 days. These implants are available at a reduced prices and help with things like faster skill training.

* [[Corporation Hangar]] Access to this service is available after you have applied for [[Freshman]] and received the title, but can be useful when you first join, if you ask another player with the title to help, you get free modules and frigates at the communities. In addition to that we have [https://forum.eveuniversity.org/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=126526&p=956646 free ships for you to use on contract] - there are called "Flight Deck" or "FD" ships and you are free to take one whenever you need a ship for a specific activity.

* [[Flight_Deck|Free ships for you to use on contract]] - there are called "Flight Deck" or "FD" ships and you are free to take one whenever you need a ship for a specific activity.

* [[The Skillbook Program]] ~~EVE University which allows you to obtain reimbursement~~ for up to ~~three and a half million~~ ISK of skillbooks per day. The instructions are on the page for more info.

* [[The Skillbook Program]] We provide started skillbook bundles in shuttles contained within the Flight Deck programme, and also members with the Student title can further reimburse themselves for up to 3.5 Million ISK of skillbooks per day. The instructions are on the page for more info.

* [[Ship Replacement Program]] The program (Commonly known as SRP) is intended to both help new pilots get into PvP and to promote the use of important hulls that benefit the entire fleet.

* [~~https://forum.eveuniversity.org/viewtopic.php?f=293&t=121063 Sponsored Community Shipping Service~~] Is a ~~program that is intended~~ to ~~be available for nearly all communities~~. ~~However,~~ you ~~can always ask in Mumble for help moving~~ your ~~items from where you are in space~~.

* [[Mining ship program|Mining Ship Program]] Save on shipping and order a range of fully fitted mining ships straight to our staging. First barges sold half price getting you out of your venture faster.

== Education ==

Our Education Department works hard to help our members and the players of EVE Online, to be able to better understand the game basics and make the game as enjoyable as possible. Most of our classes are available with a .PDF so you can read before you venture out to the great unknown and try something new.

* [https://forum.eveuniversity.org/viewforum.php?f=72 Classes available at this time] You can also check the in game Corporation Calendar at any point by clicking on the time display in the bottom left hand side in EVE Online.

* [[Classes|Classes often taught at EVE Uni]] On this page you will also find instructions on requesting a class from this list on Discord.

* [[Pod saving]] This class is at the very core of everything you do in EVE Online.

== Training on Tap and other learning videos ==

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* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k7bVmMjF_kQ Logistics Training on Tap Video]

* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IQytLkycbwc&list=PLwy3E1gixGn8498JZ09Io0Qpz7v_y_kFR Basics of Tackling video Series]

~~== Progression Titles in EVE Uni ==~~

As you learn and grow in EVE University, you may find that you want to do more. You can work towards our Freshman, Sophomore and Graduate titles. These indicate how far along EVE Uni's path you have traveled, and give you a sense of achievement, along with some in-corp perks.

* [[Titles within EVE University]] Each title has perks with it. With the ultimate goal of becoming a GRADUATE.

* [[Community Content Initiative]] As the name implies, the focus of the program will be "content generation" (i.e., activities) spread around multiple "communities" and/or areas of space.

== Understanding Fleets ==

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=== Main Community (Uni Headquarters) ===

[[File:E-UNI.png|left|70px]] The '''[[Main Community]]''' in ~~[https://evemaps.dotlan.net/map/Placid/Stacmon Stacmon]~~ is our main staging area for the Uni. "~~The Quad~~" being our main staging structure for most Uni Events.

[[File:E-UNI.png|left|70px]] The '''[[Main Community]]''' in Korsiki is our main staging area for the Uni. "Horizon" being our main staging structure for most Uni Events.

Within a few jumps radius of ~~Stacmon~~, you can find areas in which to mine, run missions, participate in PVP, and there will be other corpmates engaging in those activities that you can join up with.

Within a few jumps radius of Korsiki, you can find areas in which to mine, run missions, participate in PVP, and there will be other corpmates engaging in those activities that you can join up with.

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[[File:WHClogo.png|left|70px]] The '''[[Wormhole Community]]''' focuses on living in [[wormholes|wormhole space]], and dedicated to educating students about [[Living in Wormhole Space|wormhole life]]. The Wormhole Community is currently based in J211936, a C2 wormhole with hisec and C3 static connections; giving easy access to known space for logistics, and to higher class w-space for PvP and PvE. Wormhole space is one of the most hostile - but also one of the most lucrative - areas of space in EVE. For more information, visit the [[Wormhole Community]] page.

The [[~~Freshman~~]] ~~title~~ and some basic skills and ships are required to join the Wormhole Community.

The [[Student title]] and some basic skills and ships are required to join the Wormhole Community.

=== Incursion Community ===

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== Feeling a bit lost? ==

We know that this is a lot of information when you first join, so please don't panic! Bookmark this wiki page so you can refer back to it later. If you have any questions, feel free to ask them in the ~~{{Co|~~#~~0099CC|Questions (EVE Uni)}}~~ channel.

We know that this is a lot of information when you first join, so please don't panic! Bookmark this wiki page so you can refer back to it later. If you have any questions, feel free to ask them in the #eve-uni-general channel in Discord.

~~=== Orientation Department ===~~

[[File:Orientation Logo.png|left|80px]] Got questions, ask anyone in the '''[[Orientation Department]]''', on [[Discord]] or in [[Mumble]]. They are here to help you get settled in your chosen community or even help you with general game play questions you might have. Don't worry about asking 'stupid' questions - we have heard them all before and won't judge you! If you are new to the game, you should also consider applying for a mentor to help get you started. Orientation will help you with this process as well and even answer your questions if you have a wait for a mentor!

=== Management Support ===

[[File:E-UNI.png|left|70px]]

If you need help from a particular department, there is a list of '''[[EVE University Management]]''' here showing who is responsible for each department. Most departments also have their own Wiki page for a list of staff you can reach out to. However, if you have a problem with that department, please make sure to talk to the Manager of that department for a resolution.

However, if it is a personal problem, player to player, contact our [[Student Advocate]] whose role is to mediate disputes between members and bring any necessary matters to the attention of EVE University management.

== Helping EVE University ==

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 == Getting Started in EVE University ==
-* [[Mumble]] is our main choice for Voice Communication. Please install and set up Mumble. Follow the instructions here.
+* [[Discord]] is our main source of communication outside of the game and how we notify (aka 'ping') people about upcoming fleets, classes and other activities in EVE University. We also use Discord for most voice comms.
-* [[Discord]] is our main source of communication outside of the game and how we 'ping' people for fleets, classes and other activities in EVE University.
+* [[EVE University Overview]] The overview helps you to see things relevant to you, in and around New Eden, for both PvP and PvE gameplay and helps to keep your screen functional and organized.
-* [[EVE University Forum]] This is where we post details about events, fleets and other important happenings within Uni.
+* [[E-Uni Basics Skill Plan]] The 'Basics' is a small set of skills that will get you started in EVE uni quicker and more efficiently. This includes taking part in fleets.
-* [[EVE University Overview]] The overview helps you to see things relevant to you, in and around New Eden, for both PvP and PvE gameplay and help to keep your screen functional and organized.
-* [[Short Skill Plan]] The 'SSP' is a small set of skills that will get you started in EVE uni quicker and more efficiently. This includes taking part in fleets.
-* [[Avoid Losses to War Targets]] EVE University sometimes finds itself at war. Read over this to get the very basics of how to avoid dying to war targets.
-* [[Creating an Alt Hauler]] Creating an alt hauler is only one way to help prevent losses to War Targets.
-Please note that you can find Corporation Events/Fleets in game by accessing the Corporation Calendar. To do this, simply click on the time display (at the bottom left of your screen) in EVE Online and it should pop right up for you to check what you can do with your Corpmates today!
+Please note that you can find Corporation Events / Classes / Fleets by accessing the Eve Uni Calendar in Alliance Auth, by looking at the Events area of Discord, and some events are also added to the in-game calendar
 == Chat channels and their uses ==
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 We have various different chat channels and we understand that these can be a bit daunting for new members. The most important ones are summarised below.
-* The "{{Co|#0099CC|Corp}}" channel is used to request skillbook reimbursement and to request items from our hangars.
+* The "{{Co|#0099CC|Corp}}" channel is used for general chat
-* The "{{Co|#0099CC|Alliance}}" channel is used for forming and announcing fleets, classes or events happening soon. If you have questions about the announcement, PM the person who made the announcement.
+* The "{{Co|#0099CC|Alliance}}" channel is used for highlighting upcoming classes / fleets / events
-The below channels are password protected.
-* The "{{Co|#0099CC|Questions (EVE Uni)}}" channel is a chat-free question and answer channel. You can ask any type of questions here, and since there is no chat it may be easier to get an answer. The password can be found [https://forum.eveuniversity.org/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=23156 here].
 * The "{{Co|#0099CC|Intel (EVE Uni)}}" channel is our channel for reporting intel on war targets.
-Other channels can be found here [[EVE University Chat Channels]]. Feel free to join any of the chat channels which cover an area you are interested in.
 == Programs and services ==
-* [[Mentor Program]] This program is for players that are looking for one-one tutoring, whether for asking questions or practicing concepts ingame. You simply fill out the application provided on the page and our Mentor Manager does the rest! This is open to characters of any age and experience.
 * [[The +3 Implants Program]] This program is available to those who have been playing longer than 31 days and have been in the University for at least 7 days. These implants are available at a reduced prices and help with things like faster skill training.
-* [[Corporation Hangar]] Access to this service is available after you have applied for [[Freshman]] and received the title, but can be useful when you first join, if you ask another player with the title to help, you get free modules and frigates at the communities. In addition to that we have [https://forum.eveuniversity.org/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=126526&p=956646 free ships for you to use on contract] - there are called "Flight Deck" or "FD" ships and you are free to take one whenever you need a ship for a specific activity.
+* [[Flight_Deck|Free ships for you to use on contract]] - there are called "Flight Deck" or "FD" ships and you are free to take one whenever you need a ship for a specific activity.
-* [[The Skillbook Program]] EVE University which allows you to obtain reimbursement for up to three and a half million ISK of skillbooks per day. The instructions are on the page for more info.
+* [[The Skillbook Program]] We provide started skillbook bundles in shuttles contained within the Flight Deck programme, and also members with the Student title can further reimburse themselves for up to 3.5 Million ISK of skillbooks per day. The instructions are on the page for more info.
 * [[Ship Replacement Program]] The program (Commonly known as SRP) is intended to both help new pilots get into PvP and to promote the use of important hulls that benefit the entire fleet.
-* [https://forum.eveuniversity.org/viewtopic.php?f=293&t=121063 Sponsored Community Shipping Service] Is a program that is intended to be available for nearly all communities. However, you can always ask in Mumble for help moving your items from where you are in space.
+* [[Mining ship program|Mining Ship Program]] Save on shipping and order a range of fully fitted mining ships straight to our staging. First barges sold half price getting you out of your venture faster.
 == Education ==
 Our Education Department works hard to help our members and the players of EVE Online, to be able to better understand the game basics and make the game as enjoyable as possible. Most of our classes are available with a .PDF so you can read before you venture out to the great unknown and try something new.
-* [https://forum.eveuniversity.org/viewforum.php?f=72 Classes available at this time] You can also check the in game Corporation Calendar at any point by clicking on the time display in the bottom left hand side in EVE Online.
-* [[Classes|Classes often taught at EVE Uni]] On this page you will also find instructions on requesting a class from this list on Discord.
-* [[Pod saving]] This class is at the very core of everything you do in EVE Online.
 == Training on Tap and other learning videos ==
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 * [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k7bVmMjF_kQ Logistics Training on Tap Video]
 * [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IQytLkycbwc&list=PLwy3E1gixGn8498JZ09Io0Qpz7v_y_kFR Basics of Tackling video Series]
-== Progression Titles in EVE Uni ==
-As you learn and grow in EVE University, you may find that you want to do more. You can work towards our Freshman, Sophomore and Graduate titles. These indicate how far along EVE Uni's path you have traveled, and give you a sense of achievement, along with some in-corp perks.
-* [[Titles within EVE University]] Each title has perks with it. With the ultimate goal of becoming a GRADUATE.
-* [[Community Content Initiative]] As the name implies, the focus of the program will be "content generation" (i.e., activities) spread around multiple "communities" and/or areas of space.
 == Understanding Fleets ==
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 === Main Community (Uni Headquarters) ===
-[[File:E-UNI.png|left|70px]] The '''[[Main Community]]''' in [https://evemaps.dotlan.net/map/Placid/Stacmon Stacmon] is our main staging area for the Uni. "The Quad" being our main staging structure for most Uni Events.
+[[File:E-UNI.png|left|70px]] The '''[[Main Community]]''' in Korsiki is our main staging area for the Uni. "Horizon" being our main staging structure for most Uni Events.
-Within a few jumps radius of Stacmon, you can find areas in which to mine, run missions, participate in PVP, and there will be other corpmates engaging in those activities that you can join up with.
+Within a few jumps radius of Korsiki, you can find areas in which to mine, run missions, participate in PVP, and there will be other corpmates engaging in those activities that you can join up with.
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 [[File:WHClogo.png|left|70px]] The '''[[Wormhole Community]]''' focuses on living in [[wormholes|wormhole space]], and dedicated to educating students about [[Living in Wormhole Space|wormhole life]]. The Wormhole Community is currently based in J211936, a C2 wormhole with hisec and C3 static connections; giving easy access to known space for logistics, and to higher class w-space for PvP and PvE. Wormhole space is one of the most hostile - but also one of the most lucrative - areas of space in EVE. For more information, visit the [[Wormhole Community]] page.
-The [[Freshman]] title and some basic skills and ships are required to join the Wormhole Community.
+The [[Student title]] and some basic skills and ships are required to join the Wormhole Community.
 === Incursion Community ===
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 == Feeling a bit lost? ==
-We know that this is a lot of information when you first join, so please don't panic! Bookmark this wiki page so you can refer back to it later. If you have any questions, feel free to ask them in the {{Co|#0099CC|Questions (EVE Uni)}} channel.
+We know that this is a lot of information when you first join, so please don't panic! Bookmark this wiki page so you can refer back to it later. If you have any questions, feel free to ask them in the #eve-uni-general channel in Discord.
-=== Orientation Department ===
-[[File:Orientation Logo.png|left|80px]] Got questions, ask anyone in the '''[[Orientation Department]]''', on [[Discord]] or in [[Mumble]]. They are here to help you get settled in your chosen community or even help you with general game play questions you might have. Don't worry about asking 'stupid' questions - we have heard them all before and won't judge you! If you are new to the game, you should also consider applying for a mentor to help get you started. Orientation will help you with this process as well and even answer your questions if you have a wait for a mentor!
 {{Clear}}
 === Management Support ===
 [[File:E-UNI.png|left|70px]]
 If you need help from a particular department, there is a list of '''[[EVE University Management]]''' here showing who is responsible for each department. Most departments also have their own Wiki page for a list of staff you can reach out to. However, if you have a problem with that department, please make sure to talk to the Manager of that department for a resolution.
-However, if it is a personal problem, player to player, contact our [[Student Advocate]] whose role is to mediate disputes between members and bring any necessary matters to the attention of EVE University management.
 == Helping EVE University ==