Parent & Family Connection Fall 2017 ~ Newsletter

Greetings from Johnson C. Smith University!

When your sons and daughters enrolled in Johnson C. Smith University, they were not the only ones who became

part of the JCSU family. So did you, their parents, guardians and extended family. The University’s

administration and faculty joined you as partners in educating your children and helping them navigate the

challenges of staying in school, graduating, and making wise choices as they prepare for a satisfying and

successful career.

We are honored by your trust in us and take our partnership with you very seriously. This newsletter is

published each semester to keep you connected, engaged, and informed. This correspondence is not only

equipped to share knowledge but encourages a two-way communication between you and the committed and

caring administrators, faculty, and staff here at JCSU.

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A Message from the University College Dean

Johnson C. Smith University launched the University College in July 2015, as Dean, I am committed to connecting

first-year students to the University and providing them with holistic wrap-around services for academic success.

Our onboarding and retention strategy places an emphasis on entering traditional undergraduates and impacts all

students at the University by developing students’ communication, reasoning, leadership and career skills. The

college operates the First-Year Experience, the Biddle Institute, the Foundations Liberal Studies, and the Center

for the Study of Metacognitive Variables.

JCSU President Ronald L. Carter stated that the University College provides faculty and staff with another vehicle

to be innovative in meeting the needs of students, while working at the growing edge of higher education.

University College offers a broad grouping of inclusive educational opportunities, services and supports for student

engagement and success. The faculty and staff in this innovative college do more than offer a “one-stop” service

delivery. Rather, they are committed to a comprehensive spectrum of “educational care” that consistently supports

students’ growth dimensions in self-concepts, learning, and civic engagement – characteristics that feature

graduation.”

The First-Year Experience division is responsible for students’ transition to the University, enrichment of

academic skills and career development. The division coordinates orientation and retention programs, academic

support services and professional programs. The Hub, an academic support center housing the Academic Center

for Excellence, Student Support Services, STEM Resource Center, The Center for Language, Rhetoric & Culture,

Career Services and Scholarships , are also housed in the First-Year Experience division.

Because the University is committed to access to higher education for students with diverse strengths, the Biddle

Institute which is comprised of the Biddle Freshman Program and Sit Lux Scholars program provides intensive

academic support services to students using strengths-based assessments. This approach connects classroom and

co-curricular experiences.

It is important to build a foundation for life-long learning and global leadership when students begin their college

experience and the University College is designed and committed to do just that.

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DID YOU KNOW THAT JCSU CELEBRATED 150 YEARS?

YOU ARE NOW A PART OF THE LEGACY!

Johnson C. Smith University celebrated its 150th year (sesquicentennial). Earlier this year, JCSU kicked off the opening of its

150th year with ceremony where Dr. Ronald L. Carter gave an address to faculty, staff, students and members of the

community, 150 gold and blue biodegradable balloons were released as a symbolic representation of undeniable progress. It

was the first of 12 special programs that have been slated to mark the school’s sesquicentennial academic year.

JCSU, founded by white Presbyterian clergy S.C. Alexander and W.L. Miller, was incorporated on April 7, 1867 as

Freedmen’s College of North Carolina to train former slaves for the ministry.

“This marks another turning point in the history of the university,” said JCSU President Ronald Carter. “We’re celebrating

our 150th anniversary with undeniable progress and if you go back and look at the founding of the university in 1867 that has

been our intrinsic value that we know how to transform with undeniable progress and each era just grows the university. I’m

delighted that we’re at this plateau that will continue to move us higher and higher.

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Parent Advisory Board

A Parent Advisory Board has been designed to give parents a voice and role in their first-year students’ education. The board exist to

create communications that promote and enhance the First-Year Experience division’s

student programs and services. Monthly Parent Advisory Board Phone Conference

will be scheduled to address parent concerns and plan special events and

activities for the FYE community.

Parent Giving

Many first year students find themselves needing additional funding assistance for books, financial aid, and various unforeseen circumstances. The first year

experience division in partnership with parents, family, and friends of the University looks to raise and provide funds for such student needs throughout the

year.

Parent & Family Connection

The Parent Newsletter exists to keep parents and families

informed on campus happenings as well as to provide tips to aid in providing ways to support you

students transition to college and academic success.

For information on how to get involved contact:

Dr. Cathy Jones, Associate Dean

First-Year Experience

704-378-1117

Cjones2@jcsu.edu

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From the Division of the First-Year Experience

The Freshman First Forty is the brainchild of Dr. Cathy Jones, Associate Dean of the First-Year Experience. Dr. Jones wanted

to ensure that freshmen students were introduced to and provided an opportunity to participate and fully engage in campus life

during their first forty days. The research states that it takes 21 days to form a habit and that is all good but our freshman first

forty days not only allowed the students to form a habit it allowed the students to maintain and create a lifestyle of academic

success, student engagement, and community service. We are proud to proclaim that our freshman have made it to their first

down and continue to move closer to their goals! The freshman first forty included:

Academic Success Workshops

Dress for Success Wednesdays

Freshman Community Service Day

Random Act of Kindness Day

Freshman Post Your 2021 Vision Day

Freshman First Down ~ Home Football Game Together

and more activities…..

“A SNAPSHOT OF THE FRESHMAN FIRST FORTY”

Dr. Cathy Jones, Associate Dean

First-Year Experience

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Smith students engaged in several campus student activities and events during the start of the fall 2015

semester. JCSU is committed to maximizing personal growth and development in students by

providing a variety of opportunities for involvement, service, and leadership through extracurricular

activities. JCSU student pride and excellence is built on strong academic and social foundations and

experiences.

Campus Activities and Events Highlight Reel:

New and Transfer student Orientation/Welcome Week

Over 350 first-year students attended the New and Transfer Student Orientation (NATSO)

August 11 – 16, 2017. The activities that students participated in aided in their transition to

college life. Students were able to make campus connections and prepare themselves

academically.

Opening Convocation The University Opening Convocation was held on September 15th, first-year students

participated in a commitment ceremony that marked the beginning of the academic year.

Freshman students committed to their academic success in a symbolic pinning ceremony.

Keeping it Real: Lessons Learned Interactive Session This interactive enrichment workshop got students motivated and thinking about the lessons

life teaches at every age and every stage of their journey. The workshop was facilitated by

JCSU Alumnus and Author Mr. Jeevan Brown. Students also received their Class of 2021

T-shirts reminding them that they have what it takes to be the next JCSU student success

story.

Freshman Pre-Professionalism Freshman students participated in pre-professionalism opportunities facilitated by the Office

of Career and Professional Development like cover letter and resume development,

professional clothing giveaway, career fair, and a netiquette workshop: professionalism on the

internet. Freshman students were also encouraged to dress for success every Wednesday

during the Freshman First Forty.

Freshman Class Council Freshman students ran for office in September to represent and lead their class to greatness.

Class of 2021 Boteh Keita, President Tymir Pharr, Vice President

Trenae Freeman, Treasurer Genesis Miller, Secretary

Balu Kondeh, Senator I Tyesha Johnson, Senator II

Sameerah Carey, Miss Freshman Omari Ausby, Mr. Freshman

FIRST-YEAR EXPERIENCE REWIND

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ACADEMIC ACHEIVEMENT SERVICES Johnson C. Smith University is committed to helping students develop an overall plan for achieving academic success. A

variety of tutorial support services are available. With the help of on-campus tutoring and online tutoring students can

access academic assistance from trained tutors as needed.

ACE Tutorials

STEM Resource Lab

The Center for Languages, Rhetoric and Culture

SSS Tutorials

SmartThinking/Online Tutorials

Persistence Plus

Project Success

Johnson C. Smith University offers a variety of academic achievement services to help students to become successful,

independent, and life-long learners. Use these services to help you to reach your academic goals.

Academic Center for Excellence (ACE)

Student Support Services (SSS)

Disability Services

Nationally Competitive Scholarships and Fellowships (NCSF)

The Center for Career and Professional Development

Highlighted Support Service: Student Advising

Your student has just finished taking mid-terms and they may or may not be satisfied with their grades.

Students who are not satisfied with their grades should reach out to their Academic Advisor to develop a plan to

improve their grade or consider their options on whether to withdraw from a course. Share the tips below when

talking to your student about completing the academic semester with the grades they are capable of earning.

Working With Your Academic Advisor

As a student, you are responsible for your education. You will choose the path that best works for you.

Advisors are available to help you along the way, but you must be an active participant in the advising process

as you strive to complete your degree requirements.

Student Responsibilities

•Seek the help of your academic advisor

•Tell the truth about the academic concerns and their impact on future plans

•Know the requirements for your desired major

•Know the prerequisites for classes that you wish to take each semester

•Consider your own plan for graduation before you visit an advisor

•Know the deadlines for adding, dropping and withdrawing

•Share any personal or social issues or concerns that may be hindering your success

Developing and implementing meaningful academic plans for achieving your educational and life goals are

essential to your success. Your advisor can also provide you with assistance in the following areas:

•Major exploration

•Self-assessment

•Goal setting

•Time management and study skills

•Referral to university resources

Services are delivered by trained and caring staff who are dedicated to helping students acquire the skills and

confidence necessary to become successful, independent learners.

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ACADEMIC ACHEIVEMENT

FALL 2017 ~TUTORIAL SUPPORT SERVICES

STEM RESOURCE CENTER

(formerly the math lab)

Hours of Operation

Monday – Friday

11:00am-5:00pm

Location

PERRY HALL

Room 105 (SHA 105

Tutoring available in

Math, Biology, Chemistry & Physics

Contact Us

Coordinator: Dr. Than-Thuy Nguyen

Email:tnguyen@jcsu.edu

Phone: 704-378-1038

THE CENTER for

LANGUAGES, RHETORIC, & CULTURE (formerly the writing studio/lab)

Hours of Operation

By Appointment Only

Location Perry HALL

Room 104 (SHA 104)

Tutoring available in English, Writing, Foreign Languages &

Literature

Contact Us Coordinator: Dr. Leslie Gutierrez

Email:lgutierrez@jcsu.edu

or Coordinator: Dr. Marsha Walker-Rhee

Email:mwalker@jcsu.edu

CHEMISTRY TUTORIALS Hours of Operation

Monday 1:00pm -2:00pm

Tuesday 11:00am-12:00pm

1:00pm-2:00pm

Thursday 11:30am – 12:30pm

Location

New Science Center 102 (for days and times listed above)

For walk-ins and appointments stop by

New Science Center Room 331 (NSC 331)

or

Contact

Dr. Henry Russell

Email: hrussell@jcsu.edu

STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES (SSS) TUTORING

Hours of Operation Monday -Friday 9:00am-5:00pm

Location H.L McCrorey Hall SSS Lab- MCH 011 (Basement Floor)

Tutoring available in a variety of subjects Contact Us

Coordinator: Tanya Greene Email:tgreene@jcsu.edu

Phone: 704-330-1358

SMARTTHINKING – ONLINE TUTORIAL SUPPORT

Hours of Operation 24 Hours

Location

Remote Access from Anywhere

TUTORING ACCESS https://jcsu.instructure.com/enroll/JHBD7H

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Center for Career and Professional Development

The Center for Career and Professional Development provides students with information useful in their preparation for

career and professional development. Our dedicated staff provide resources for finding employment, internships, and

gaining admission to graduate school. We do that through resume and cover letter critiques, professional development

workshops, articles and online resources, employer and graduate school information sessions, and providing

professional attire if needed. Professional development workshops, career and graduate fairs, and networking

opportunities are the highlighted efforts intended to prepare and equip our students.

Student Organizations

In addition, JCSU features many student-led organizations that cater to specific hobbies, interests, academic disciplines,

and Greek Life. No matter what your interests might be, students are guaranteed to find their perfect fit. In the event

that a specific organization does not exist, it only takes a few interested students to get a new organization started

through the Office of Student Leadership and Engagement.

Student Union

The Joyce Taylor Crisp Student Union was constructed in 1965 and acts as a community center for the campus. The

Student Union is the place where students can eat, hang out, enjoy structured activities and events, get their mail or

visit the bookstore. The building houses the Health Center, the faculty and student cafeterias, the SGA, iMatters, the

university bookstore, and the campus post office.

The Bull Pen

The Bull Pen is a campus lounge featuring eateries, pool tables, lounge areas, televisions and Wii console video game

systems. The Bull Pen is the place to go to meet friends, grab a bite to eat or just relax between classes.

Campus Dining

Students have several campus dining options. Students can enjoy a meals and refreshments from the Cafeteria, Burger

King, Loraine’s Soul Food Restaurant, Red Mango, KoKoMos Coffee House, and the University Bookstore.

From the Office of Student Engagement and Leadership

Meet the Assistant Director of Student Engagement Frank D. Dorsey, II is the Assistant Director of Student Engagement, and he is responsible

for coordinating comprehensive engagement programs that create intentional opportunities

for students to identify and enhance their leadership potential. Furthermore, he assists with

the development of co-curricular programs and services designed to advance student

involvement and growth.

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From the Office of Student Financial Aid…..

SCHOLARSHIPS:

The fall is a great time for parents to assist their students with outside scholarships searches. Many

companies and organizations offer scholarships based on academic merit, community service, field of

study, foreign languages and race/ethnicity. Some places to begin scholarship searches are

civic/church/community-based organizations, parent and/or student employers and

corporations. According to the Director of Financial Aid at Johnson C. Smith, “it is always

astonishing how few students apply for scholarships after the school year begins”. Recently, we

received a notification from a scholarship donor and it was indicated that there were no applicants at

all for the $3000 scholarship. Parents can help tremendously by encouraging their students to apply

for scholarships. Scholarships are free funds and can even reduce the parent and /or student loans that

have been awarded. So parents… partner with us and encourage your son or daughter to apply for

scholarships. A few of the most popular scholarship websites are:

www.fastweb.com

www.uncf.org

www.thurgoodmarshallfund.org

Never pay for a scholarship search or lists of scholarship donors. Students can find scholarships on

their own …for free!

FAFSA RENEWAL:

The 2018-2019 FAFSA is available October 1, 2017. Students must apply for financial aid every

year and there is no better time than now to apply. The FAFSA for 2018-2019 will ask for your

financial information for the tax year of 2016 which is an advantage to many parents and students

because you already have all of the information available to you. Remember, there are many types of

financial aid that is awarded on a first-come, first served basis. By applying early, students increase

their chances of receiving needed funds to meet their cost of attendance. The website to complete the

FAFSA is: www.fafsa.gov.

If your son or daughter needs assistance with their scholarship search or has questions regarding the

FAFSA renewal process, they may contact the Office of Student Financial Aid by telephone at 704-

378-1035 or email financialaid@jscu.edu. Office hours: Monday – Friday 8:00am till 5:00pm.

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The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)

College parents often feel frustrated by FERPA regulations. They feel that they need, and should

have, access to student information. As college parents, we need to remember that college students

are working toward increased independence and responsibility. Allowing them to determine who

receives their academic information is a part of that growing independence. Some students handle this

responsibility wisely and some may struggle with it. As with many aspects of the college experience,

increased communication between college parents and college students will make the experience go

smoothly for everyone.

Once a student turns eighteen, or attends school beyond secondary school, the rights of access to the

student’s records transfer to the student. This means that all academic information regarding your

college student goes directly to the student unless the student has given specific, written permission to

release that information to someone else.

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (sometimes referred to as the Buckley

Amendment) was designed to protect the privacy of educational records and to establish the rights of

students to inspect and review their educational records. It also provided control over the release of

educational record information. The original intent of this legislation was to keep elementary and high

school records private and to give parents access to their child’s school records.

Generally FERPA rules mean that student academic information such as grades or academic standing

(GPA, academic transcript, academic warning, academic probation, or discipline records) will be

given to the student and not to the parents. College students are considered responsible adults who

may determine who will receive information about them. College representatives are prohibited from

discussing information about the student’s academic record with parents. Most colleges, including

Johnson C. Smith University have a waiver form which students can sign allowing records to be

released to parents or college representatives, such as faculty members, to discuss records with

parents. Your student may, or may not, wish to sign this release.

From the office of the Registrar……

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The goal of Health and Wellness is to assist students with the information and the skills necessary to develop a

healthy lifestyle while emphasizing a developmental and holistic approach to mental health, physical health and

spiritual wellness.

Office of Counseling Services

Individual counseling is available to assist all students experiencing personal and/or academic concerns such as:

Academic difficulties Stress and/or Anger management

Alcohol and substance usage Self-esteem

Relationship concerns Identity issues

Goal Setting Peer Relations

Feelings of depression Loss and grief

All counseling sessions are provided by experienced mental health professionals who are licensed in their field

of expertise.

The Office of Counseling Services provides psychosocial workshops to student groups/organizations and

residence halls upon request. The Office of Counseling Services provides a variety of workshop topics dealing with conflict resolution, alcohol and drugs, and violence prevention.

The JCSU HealthPlex

The Johnson C. Smith University HealthPlex opened on campus to promote health and wellness in the

community. The facility provides a wide range of health and wellness services that promote positive attitudes, healthily lifestyles and responsible self-care through applied research in health, human performance and sport.

The HealthPlex is available to staff, faculty, and students of JCSU and fives them free access to the fitness

facility and wellness programming. Preventative wellness programming reflects and addresses the unique needs and concerns of the JCSU campus and surrounding community.

The facility contains a fitness center equipped with free motion fitness cardio and strength equipment, a multi-

purpose room equipped with a teaching kitchen, Yoga/Pilates studio, wellness programs, group exercise classes, aquatic programming, locker rooms, storage and offices.

Residence Life

The Department of Residence Life exist to foster a student-living environment where individuals will make

lifelong friends and be part of a supportive living and learning community.

Health Center

The Health Center provides minor healthcare services, medical advice and information to students and is located

on campus.

I Matter

“I Matter” is committed to providing information, quality service and advocacy to victims and survivors of

dating/domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking through a concentrated community response. I Matter

exist to empower, uplift, & support any student, faculty, and staff as they journey from victim to survivor!

From the office of Health and Wellness……

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The Campus Police Department continuously interacts with the University community. Security and crime

prevention programs are presented at orientation and in residence halls. Throughout the campus, safety and security

measures are available to the entire University community through brochures, newsletters, and the University

newspaper. Should a serious crime condition occur that might be a threat to others, a report will be immediately

disseminated to help prevent a similar occurrence.

Students, faculty, staff, and visitors are encouraged to immediately report all emergencies, criminal activity and

suspicious people to the Office of Campus Police/Security. To report a crime or emergency situation call (704) 378-

1003 or x1004. There are a number of well-marked exterior call box phones located throughout the campus. The

orange colored boxes easily identify these emergency telephones and a blue light mounted directly above the box.

To operate, simply push the button and release. That will transmit (via radio waves) to all department personnel the

location from which the call was placed. An officer will respond, "This is the Campus Police. May I help you?" The

person simply presses and holds the button to speak to the officer and releases to listen.

The Office of Campus Police/Security sponsors programs and works with other departments throughout the

academic year on topics related to crime and safety awareness for the entire campus community.

Crime Prevention Alert: Robbery

Don’t be a victim! Preventing crime is critical to having a safe environment for teaching, learning and living. The main goal of crime

prevention is to reduce the risk of being a victim, which is best achieved by removing and avoiding opportunities for

a criminal to take advantage of you or your property.

Prevention Tips

The crime of robbery is mainly a nighttime crime, increasing after 8 p.m. and subsiding after 3 a.m.

in most areas. Robberies often increase during the winter months because of extended periods of

darkness. Dozens of robbery studies have indicated that robbers like isolation, prefer lone victims, good escape routes,

and few witnesses, in addition to a good cash score.

Please follow these tips:

Do not walk alone at night from the main campus to Mosaic Village or from Mosaic Village to the main

campus.

Walk in groups or utilize the escort service at night. An escort can and will be provided for you upon

request from the JCSU Campus Police Department.

Do not have electronics, jewelry, cash, credit cards or other valuable items in view inside

your room, in class, inside buildings or when you are walking.

Lock the door to rooms in residence halls, offices, classrooms, laboratories and other areas when you exit

and the rooms are not in use.

Students and Employees Are To Wear JCSU Identification Cards on Campus

As a vital part of the University’s security system, an identification card with your name and photo is issued to

faculty, staff and students. Effective immediately, faculty, staff and students should wear their ID card or JCSU

nametag at all times when on campus or when hosting or appearing at University functions or events. At the

discretion of the employee or their supervisor, employees may also wear their ID card or nametag while conducting

business on behalf of the university in the community.

The ID card may be used only by the individual to whom it was issued. Students and employees may not “loan” their

ID card to anyone for any reason. If your ID card is lost, stolen, or damaged, you must obtain a replacement card at

your expense; lost or stolen cards should be reported to Campus Police as soon as possible. You may contact the

JCSU Campus Police Department to report any suspicious activity. The emergency number is 704.378.1003 or 1004.

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department’s emergency number is 911.

CAMPUS SAFETY

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Campus Connections & Transitions

The College Transition

Entering college requires students to experience multiple transitions within a very short time such as changing

living arrangements, academic environments, or friendship networks all while adapting to greater independence

and responsibility in their personal and academic lives. Here are some points to understand about this new

experience.

The First 6 Weeks - this is a very critical time for First Year Students to become part of their new environment to

become successful. Encourage them to become a part of their new network.

Not Like High School - Academics are an emphasis. Students must understand all the strategies that were

successful in high school may not work in college. Students must find new methods of studying, planning and

preparing for success. College is no longer an environment in which professors have the sole responsibility to teach

but rather one in which students have equal responsibility to learn.

Personal Development - this is a transition in the lives of students, both socially and academically. Students should

challenge themselves to become engaged in the environment to extend themselves and maximize their personal

development.

Entering Transition Tips for Parents

Expect change - As emerging adults, students will change as they explore who and what they want to be. Ideas

and attitudes may change. Appearances may change. Majors may change. These changes may not align with your

hopes and expectations. Support and patience as your student works through these changes will help them learn to

chart the course of their own lives and promote healthy adult relationships.

Coach, Don’t Fix - Now is the time to go from manager to mentor. Students often confuse newfound autonomy

with lack of responsibility. Guiding and encouraging them to do things for themselves will help them gain the

experience they will need to meet life’s challenges. Show your student by your actions that you will support but

not intervene when a problem arises or “do it” for them when they face an unfamiliar or challenging task. Encourage

your student to learn about campus resources and to make use of them to address concerns and solve their problems.

Adapt - First-year college students face a lot of unfamiliar academic and personal challenges. Often you and your

student have expectations about the college experience that don’t quite pan out in the face of these challenges.

Adapting expectations with success and failure is critical for a healthy attitude towards personal growth. Confidence

comes not from having a solution to every problem, but from knowing you can handle problems.

Stay in touch - College students like knowing you care, but sometimes they experience resentment if they feel like

you are intruding on their newfound independence. Knowing that your concern is about their safety and well-being

and not their ability or “right” to make decisions on their own can help keep communications open and positive.

Talk about staying in touch so you both understand each others needs for communication. For example, you want

to talk every night or you want to check in at least weekly. This way expectations are clear.

Engage in your life - Your life is changing too. Give yourself, your partner, and other family members still at

home the time and space needed to adjust. Keep your perspective by viewing going to college as just another

milestone in your child’s life. Enjoy this exciting time in both your lives.

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IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER

FALL 2017 Fri., Oct. 13 Jenzabar Mid-term Grades Entry Due in the Registrar’s Office by (9:00am)

Thurs., Oct. 12 – Fri., Oct. 13 FALL SEMESTER BREAK (Residence Halls remain open no classes)

Fri., Oct. 20 Last Day to Withdraw (from a course(s) or the University with a grade of "W" 5:00pm

Official Withdrawal Period Ends

Last Day to file for December Graduation

Sat., Oct. 21 HOMECOMING

Mon., Nov. 7 – Mon., Nov. 20 Fall Semester Course Evaluation Administered

Tues., Nov. 7 Seniors Only Advising and Registration for Spring Semester 2018 Begins

Thurs. Nov. 9 Open Advising and Registration for all Students for Spring Semester 2017 Begins

Financial Clearance Process begins for Spring Semester 2017

Tue., Nov. 22 Classes End for Thanksgiving

Wed., Nov. 23 No Classes. Thanksgiving Holiday University Closes at 3:00 pm (Residence Halls remain open)

Thurs., Nov. 23-Fri. Nov. 24 Thanksgiving Holiday (Residence Halls remain open)

Mon., Nov. 27 Financial Clearance Process begins for Spring Semester 2017

Fri., Dec. 1 Last Day of Course Instruction

Mon. Dec. 4 Reading Day

Chairs, Last Day to submit completed

Senior Paper for December Graduation (1:00pm)

(Dept. Chairs must turn in all completed SIP’s to Deans by Deadline

Tues, Dec. 5 – Sat., Dec. 9 FINAL EXAMINATIONS FOR FALL SEMESTER

Sat., Dec. 9 Residence Halls Close (12:00pm)

Mon., Dec. 11 Jenzabar Final Grades due in the Registrar's Office by (9:00am)

FALL SEMESTER FINAL DAY FOR FACULTY

Wed., Dec. 13 Academic Sanctions Report to Deans from the Office of the Registrar

Wed., Dec. 12-Fri., Dec. 18 Department Planning and Assessment Workshops

(Chairs/Deans only)

Tue., Dec. 19 Academic Recess Winter Break Begins (University Closed)

Wed., Dec. 27 Academic Appeals letters from students due to the Academic Standards Committee

SPRING 2018 Tues., Jan 2 Staff Reports for Duty

Wed., Jan 3 FACULTY REPORT FOR DUTY

Academic Standards Committee Meet

Thur., Jan 4 New Students Move into Residence Halls (9:00am-5:00pm) Financially Cleared Students Only

Academic Advising/Registration/Financially Cleared

Last Day to Financially Clear for on Campus Housing Assignment

Continuation of Advising/Registration/Financial Clearance (9:00am – 4:00pm)

Fri., Jan 5 Returning Students Check into Residence Halls – (9:00am-5:00pm)

(Financially Cleared Students Only)

Continuation of Academic Advising/Registration/ Financial Clearance for all students

(9:00am –4:00pm)

Tues., Jan 9 FIRST DAY OF CLASSES

Fri., Jan 12 Last day to Enroll into the University

Mon., Jan 15 Martin Luther King Jr. Observance Day (University Closed)

Wed., Jan 17 Last Day to Add/Drop a Course Spring Semester 2016 at 5:00pm

Last Day to Change Meal Plan

Last Day to Book Store Voucher

Last day to Financially Clear

Official Withdrawal Period Begins

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Johnson C. Smith University NEW DEGREE PROGRAMS

Johnson C. Smith University The Master of Social Work (MSW) program

The program’s mission is to prepare social work graduates who engage in advanced culturally competent practice with individuals and families, small groups, organizations and communities. This mission reflects the professional application of social work values, including respect for an individual’s dignity and self-worth and a commitment to social justice. Students will leave our program as culturally competent and creative social workers ready for advanced practice.

Graduate Admissions for the Master of Social Work (MSW) Program for fall, 2015-2016 has closed. Admissions for Advanced Standing for summer 2016 and for fall 2016 are being accepted.

For more information please contact: Dr. Melvin Herring Ms. Belinda Meads MSW Program Director Administrative Assistant mherring@jcsu.edu bmeads@jcsu.edu (704) 371-6754 (704) 378-1005

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President Dr. Ronald L. Carter 704-378-1007 rcarter@jcsu.edu Biddle Hall 4th Floor Vice President for Academic Student Support Services Dr. Kelli Rainey 704-330-1495 krainey@jcsu.edu Perry Hall 2nd Floor Admissions Office Mr. James Burrell, Director 704-378-1081 jburrell@jcsu.edu Biddle Hall 1st Floor Book Store Ms. Robin Sorenson, Manager 704-378-1048 rsorensen@jcsu.edu Student Union Campus Police Ms. Debra Duncan, Chief 704-378-1003 dduncan@jcsu.edu Campus Police Bldg. Business Office Mrs. Moya Welch, Cashier 704-378-1091 mwelch@jcsu.edu Biddle Hall 3rd Floor Community Service Ms. Denise Ball, Program Manager 704-378-3558 dmball@jcsu.edu Crutchfield Bldg. Counseling Center Ms. Tierra Parsons, Director 704-378-1129 tparsons@jcsu.edu Smith Cottage

College of Arts & Letters Dr. Brian Jones, Dean 704-378-1138 bjones@jcsu.edu Humanities 2nd floor College of Professional Studies Dr. Helen Caldwell, Dean Dean 704-378-1014 hcaldwell@jcsu.edu Education Bldg. 2nd Floor

Student Leadership & Engagement Enrollment Services Mr. Takeem Dean, Dean of Students 704-378-1132 tdean@jcsu.edu Biddle Hall 1st Floor Financial Aid Ms. Shelline Warren, Director 704-378-1035 swarren@jcsu.edu Biddle Hall 2nd Floor Health Center

Ms. Marian Jones, Director 704-378-1075 myjones@jcsu.edu Student Union Office of the Registrar Mrs. Keisha Wilson, Registrar 704-378-1108 kramey@jcsu.edu Biddle Hall, 1st Floor Residence Life – Housing Ms. Ashley Smith, Coordinator 704-378-1237 apsmith2@jcsu.edu Smith Cottage STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math) Dr. Hang Chen, Dean 704-378-1049 hchen@jcsu.edu New Science Center Student Accounts Mr. LaMonte McHam, Coordinator 704-378-1229 dmcham@jcsu.edu Biddle Hall 3rd Floor First-Year Experience Dr. Cathy Jones, Associate Dean 704-378-1117 cjones2@jcsu.edu Perry Hall 3rd Floor Student Support Services Mr. James Saunders, Director 704-378-1116 jsaunders@jcsu.edu McCrorey Hall Basement Student Engagement Mr. Frank Dorsey. II, Assistant Director 704-378-3501 tdean@jcsu.edu Smith Hall Room 104

Center for Career and Professional Development Ms. Kimberly Smith, Assistant Director 704-330-1350 kdsmith@jcsu.edu Washington Cottage

University College Dr. Antonio Henley, Dean 704-330-1320 ahenley@jcsu.edu Perry Hall 3rd Floor

Biddle Institute Biddle Freshman & Sit Lux Ms. Tracey Foster, Director 704-378-1199 tfoster@jcsu.edu Perry Hall 3rd Floor

Academic Center for Excellence Academic Support & Advising Ms. Stacey Sandeford-Lyons, Director 704-378-1114 slyons@jcsu.edu Davis Hall 2nd Floor

Mr. George Buggs, Advisor 704-378-1114 slyons@jcsu.edu Davis Hall 2nd Floor

Ms. Leslie Brooks, Advisor 704-330-1334 lbrook@jcsu.edu Davis Hall 2nd Floor STEM Resource Center Dr. Than-Thuy Nguyen, Coordinator 704-378-1114 slyons@jcsu.edu Perry Hall. 1st Floor The Center for Language, Rhetoric & Culture Dr. Marsha Walker-Rhee, Coordinator 704-378-1421 gsealy-morris@jcsu.edu Perry Hall 1st Floor James B. Duke Memorial Library Ms. Monika Rhue, Director 704-371-6730 mrhue@jcsu.edu J.B. Duke Library 206 Metropolitan Adult Degree Program Dr. Laura McLean, Dean 704-378-1295 lmclean@jcsu.edu Robert L. Albright Hall

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