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Welcome Weekend Parent Session
January 2015
Welcome…
• Chris Riley, J.D.Vice President for Student [email protected]
www.acu.edu/studentlife (325) 674-2067 Campus Center, Suite 44 (Lower level)
Our Purpose Today…
• Introduce ourselves and provide an overview of services available for assisting your student
• Express our desire to partner with you
• Answer your questions
ACU Parents Organizationhttp://www.acu.edu/parents
• Parent resources• Upcoming events and important
dates to remember• Opportunities to get involved and
stay connected• Todays slides
(www.acu.edu/parentsession)
The Division of Student Life
• Our mission• Our view of students• Our partnership with you
Student Involvement• Center for Christian Service & Leadership
• Ministry, Service, and Chapel• Student Rec & Wellness Center/Intramurals• Student Organizations • Student Activities and Productions• Office of Multicultural Enrichment
The Division of Student Life
The Division of Student Life
Student Services • Residence Life/Housing• ACU Police Department• Medical Care and
Counseling• SOAR • Career Center• The Depot (Billing)
RESIDENCE LIFE
Professional and Student staff onsite• Area Coordinators/Directors• Resident Assistants
ACU POLICE DEPARTMENT
Full Service Police Department
Experienced Officers 16 Certified Texas Peace Officers
3 shifts, 24 hour coverage Full-time Detective/Investigator Very Experienced Staff – 357 Combined Years 8 Master Peace Officers Dedicated & Friendly Administrative Support Staff
24/7, Full Service Police Department Full Partnership/Co-Jurisdiction
with Abilene Police Dept.
Services Provided 24/7 Patrol (On & Off-Campus) Foot Patrol, Vehicle Patrol, Bike Patrol Case Reports & Investigations Traffic Accident Reports Safety Escorts Crime Prevention& Safety Classes Traffic Enforcement Parking System Management
Permits & Parking Enforcement
ACUPD Staffing 1 Chief of Police 1 Lieutenant 2 Sergeant/ Patrol Supervisor 1 Sergeant/ Criminal Investigator 10 Full-time Police Officers/Patrol 2 Part-time Police Officers/ Patrol 1 Office Manager/Coordinator 7 Part-time Student Staff 21 Total Employees
ACUPD–APD Co-Jurisdiction
ACU Police Department
Sara Trammell, M.D.Medical Director
Jennifer Flores, NP-CNurse Practitioner
• There is a $35 fee for each office visit; labs and tests are an additional charge
• We do not bill insurance but will provide documentation if you wish to file a claim
• Students may pay with check, cash or credit card OR have the charges placed on their ACU banner account
• All medical information is kept confidential in accordance with HIPAA law
Required Immunizations:
• Completed MMR series
• Completed Tetanus series; booster within the last ten years
• Meningococcal Meningitis Vaccine must be administered within the last five years and no later than 10 days prior to move-in day; waived if 22 or over
Counseling Center Staff
Steve RowlandsDirector
Tim EhrhartAssistant Director
Cara FlandersCounselor
Gretchen EtheredgeCounselor
Karen DouglasCounselor
Dr. John CasadaPsychiatrist
Services include individual, group, and couples counseling
We provide help with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, adjustment difficulties, and other emotional needs
Initial session is $10
All counseling records are kept confidential
Psychiatric Care
We provide outpatient treatment for conditions such as
• ADHD• Anxiety• Depression
Fees range from $35 to $150
Your questions?
SOAR
It is a referral program designed to assist students get connected to resources on the ACU campus.
We seek to create a safe environment for students to discuss challenges and obstacles they face.
We provide a secure, online referral form.
SOAR
After students are referred, we contact them and connect them with campus resources, such as: Counseling Center / Medical Clinic Alpha Scholars Program Career Counseling / Career Center Residence Life Academic Development Center The Writing / Speaking Centers Student Financial Services
SOAR
Our staff support students in numerous ways: by helping reach solutions to new
barriers, by helping navigate financial concerns
or questions, by serving as advocates for students in
discussions with faculty, by providing a safe, confidential
environment to relate to others, and many other support functions.
SOAR
Who can refer? Anyone concerned about a student:
parents, peers on campus, or ACU faculty and staff members.
How do I know when to refer? If you are unsure about the best campus
resource for a student or if you would like some coaching on the best way to handle a student situation, please call us and we will evaluate the situation together.
YOU ARE HERE
S E A R C H
Internships
Shadow
ing
Resumes Study
Abroad
Summer Jobs
CAREER Undergrad Research
Mock
Inter
views
Cover
Letter
s
Student Association
On-Cam
pus
Jobs
Social Media
LocalJobs
Spring
Break
Campaigns
Graduat
e or
Profes
sional
Schoo
l
ACU Career Center
The ACU Career Center is here to help students honor God by engaging in the exploration and preparation to achieve “good-fit” career goals.
Explore | Prepare | Execute | Achieve
• Career Advising• Resumé Reviews• Mock Interviews• Job and Internship Search
Assistance• Networking Tips• Develop a professional online
presence
How We Can Help Your Student
Top Ten Qualities Employers Seek
Based on respondents’ answers to survey through May 2012.
1. Verbal Communication Skills
2. Strong Work Ethic
3. Teamwork Skills
4. Analytical Skills
5. Motivation/Initiative
6. Problem Solving Skills
7. Written Communication Skills
8. Interpersonal Skills
9. Computer Skills
10. Flexibility/Adaptability
College Central Network
Search for full-time jobs and internships
Upload or create your resume, cover letter and portfolio
RSVP for upcoming events
How You Can Help Encourage your student to engage with us now to lay
the foundational work and devise a focused plan. Encourage your student to get involved on campus.
Active campus engagement will help your student learn some important things about their skills, preferences and interests and help prepare them for a successful internship or job search.
Be an open, receptive sounding board for your student as they are considering various academic majors and exploring possible careers.
Work with your student to identify your relevant colleagues, friends and relatives to connect with for informational interviews.
Connect With Us
The Depot
The Depot Financial Aid
Schedule appointments Receive and provide
forms Review Financial Aid
Award and scholarships
Verification documents
Billing Process cash and
check payments Wildcat Pay support Credit balance
refunds Payment plans eBill questions
The Depot Registrar
Registration assistance Request a transcript Receive and provide
forms Certification of
enrollment Advisor information
Residence Life Housing information
The Depot Student ID Card
Replacements Parking Permits Notary Public Available Name and Address Changes Not sure who to call? Just call
the Depot!Contact us: 1-888-588-6083 [email protected] acu.edu/thedepot
Students can view account information on The Depot link in myACU
Registrar’s Office
Family Educational Rights & Privacy Act - 1976
The primary rights afforded to the student are:
The right to inspect and review their education records.
The right to have some control over the disclosure of information from the records.
The right for the student to retain control of access to education records.
Enrollment Verification Primarily for insurance purposes
Certificates can be obtained by the student from The Depot link on myACU or through the Registrar’s office website
Verification for each semester begins two weeks before the first day of class
Dropping / WithdrawingDropping a Course – during a long
semester Day 1-5: “drop”; no transcript record,
does not count against block tuition hours
Beginning Day 6: “withdraw”; student uses withdrawal form, ‘W’ on transcript, counts against block tuition hours
No drop/withdrawal after week 12; student earns grade & becomes a part of their permanent record
Withdrawing from the University
What does this entail? Withdrawal from all classes and
leaving ACU
Student receives W grades
Student can contact The Depot to begin this process, but we hope that it will not be necessary
A Few Things to Remember
Be aware of the academic calendar. Check the Registrar’s website for access to it.
Remind your student about ACU email.
Students who are responsible for their own business learn problem solving skills that are very important – resist the urge to jump in and take care of things.
ACU is a great place for students to make mistakes.
Academic Development Center
Services Include: Academic Coaching and Academic
Skills Workshops for time management, study skills, and test preparation
Discovery Workshops University Testing Center Academic Advising for Undeclared
students
Your questions?