The Student Affairs mission is to provide programs, services, and activities in response to needs identified by students and other constituents of Clarion University. Programming and services that fall under the domain of Student Affairs are Residence Life Services, dining services, Health. Wellness, and Counseling Services, the Career Services Center, Judicial and Mediation Services, the one-card system, and Campus Life. The division is also responsible for all auxiliary facilities on campus including residence halls, Gemmell Student Complex, Student Recreation Center, and Eagle Commons.
Residence Life Services
Michelle L. Kealey
director of residence life services
230 Egbert Hall
393-2352
reslife@clarion.edu
Website
Clarion University houses approximately 1,500 students in six residence halls. Offered are residence hall suites, traditional residence halls and, at Reinhard Villages, apartment-style living. Combined, we provide approximately 2,100 beds for Clarion students.
Transfer students with less than 24 earned credits and first-time-in-college students whose permanent address is greater than 30 miles from campus are required to live in university-affiliated housing. You may choose to live in our traditional residence halls, new residence hall suites, or in an apartment at Reinhard Villages.
All of our housing provides a cross-section of students representing most aspects of a highly diverse student body. Housing assignments are made without regard to race, religion, color, sexual orientation, ancestry or national origin. Hall and roommate preferences are taken into consideration when making assignments and are honored whenever possible. Housing assignments and roommate information are mailed out in mid-July from both facilities.
Graduate Managers and undergraduate Resident Assistants, under the guidance and supervision of professional Area Coordinators, staff the residence halls. Traditional rooms and suites are furnished with beds, desks, chairs, dressers, and closets or wardrobes. Additionally, suites have a sofa, chair, and coffee and end tables in the living room, plus one bedroom for every two people. Apartments at Reinhard are completely furnished and include a washer/dryer, dishwasher, and garbage disposal. Students should plan to furnish linens, blankets, pillows, bedspreads, desk lamps, a telephone, and other personal items. Local telephone service, cable, and high-speed Internet are included in room fees. Residence halls offer coin/Eagle Dollar operated laundry facilities and vending machines, TV, and study lounges. Kitchen facilities and/or microwave ovens are available for student use.
Two 24-hour service desks serve the campus. Nair Area Desk, located in the lower level of Nair Hall, serves Nair and Wilkinson halls. The Givan Area Desk is located in the lobby of Givan Hall and serves the residents of Ballentine and Givan halls, along with Campus View and Valley View suites. The desks are open 24-hours a day, seven days a week, when school is in session. The desks serve many roles for our residence hall students including but not limited to: primary contact point for the residence hall staff, package pick up for residence hall students, computer labs, equipment sign out, and temporary key sign out.
Only the students to whom it is assigned may occupy a room. This agreement may not be transferred. The residence hall agreement is in effect for the entire academic year, unless otherwise specified. The only grounds for release from the agreement are withdrawal from the university, graduation, or a change in student teaching or internship assignment.
Residence hall applications must be submitted annually, and returning students will be notified of the times they are available online. For incoming students, applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. Housing information and on-line applications will be made available to new students once they have committed to attending Clarion University.
Fees for housing and food services are due and payable at the same time as other university fees. Refunds cannot be made unless the student withdraws from the university or is granted an agreement release. Refund policies for housing and food service follow the university refund schedule.
Campus residence halls are closed during university vacations and between semesters.
Clarion students have many dining choices. From a hot breakfast to deli or grill items and inviting entrees, our dining service offers something for everyone.
The new Eagle Commons features Eagle Grille, Golden Diner, Italian Ave.,Wood Street Deli, Garden Emporium, Clarion Malt Shop, Clarion Kitchen, and Mongolian Grill on an all-you-can-eat basis in addition to a Starbucks. Gemmell Food Court includes Mondo Subs, Mamma Leone's Pizza, Baja Flats, Big Smash Burgers, Outakes Food to Go, and Au Bon Pain Soups. Other choices are Gemmell Grinds and Carlson Library Cafe.
There are a variety of meal plans from which students may choose to complement their busy schedules. Residence hall students are required to have a meal plan and students who reside off-campus may select a meal plan that best suits their needs.
Office of Campus Life
Shawn Hoke, interim director
251 Gemmell Student Complex
393-2311
shoke@clarion.edu
Website
The Office of Campus Life provides programming and services in the areas of Transitions Services, Parent and Family Services, Leadership & Involvement, Fraternity and Sorority Affairs, University Activities Board (UAB), Conference and Event Services, Center for Leadership and Involvement, Minority Student Services, and operation of the Gemmell Student Complex. Specific information describing the functions of each area is provided below:
The Gemmell Student Complex is the student center. It serves as a meeting and gathering place for our students, as well as the central location for campus organizations to hold events. The building is home to the University Book Center, the Gemmell Food Court (featuring Mondo Subs, Mamma Leone's, Baja Flats, Big Smash Burgers and Outtakes), the Gemmell Grinds Coffee Shop, the Hershey's Ice Cream Creation Station, meeting rooms, the multi-purpose room, three racquetball courts and a TV lounge.
Administrative offices located in the student center include: the Office of Campus Life, Minority Student Services, the Clarion Students' Association, The Clarion Call campus newspaper, and the Pennsylvania State Employees Credit Union e-Center. Six student organizations also have offices located in the student center including: Student Senate, the Black Student Union, the University Activities Board, Interfraternity and Panhellenic Councils, and Interhall Council. The Information Desk is also located on the second floor of the student center and serves as a central location to sign up for RSO trips and events, check out laptop computers, and purchase tickets for university activities including concerts and theatre productions.
Transitions Services
Erin Schuetz
393-1769
eschuetz@clarion.edu
Website
Our Transitions program builds a foundation for first-year student through activities supporting retention initiatives. First-year programs include the Orientation, Discovery Weekend, and Exploration programs. Sophomores through senior year programming (Focus and Professional Development) are additional components of Transitions. The Transitions staff is also involved planning Activities Day and Family Day events.
Parent and Family Services
Kelly Ryan
393-1688
parents@clarion.edu
Website
Parent and Family Services provide support to parents and family members of Clarion University students. Specific programs include Family Day, the family and guest portions of Orientation, and the Clarion University Parents' Council. Parents are encouraged to participate on committees and to be active partners in the collegiate experience of their university student.
Fraternity and Sorority Affairs
Shawn Hoke
393-2714
shoke@clarion.edu
Website
The Office of Campus Life provides programs, advisement and training to student involved with recognized fraternities and sororities. The staff advises the Interfraternity and Panhellenic councils, Order of Omega, and Rho Lambda. They also oversee the Chapter Assessment Program, which annually reviews chapter operations.
Leadership and Involvement
Kelly Ryan
kryan@clarion.edu
Website
The Office of Campus Life provides leadership development opportunities and training programs for all students. The staff coordinates both the Student Leader Empowerment Program (SLEP) and the Mary Walter Leadership Development Speakers Series. The staff also conducts workshops and retreats focusing on team building, communication, visioning, and goal setting when requested by recognized student organizations.
The Office of Campus Life also provides support and programs for more than 140 recognized student organizations. In conjunction with Student Senate, the office collects information about student groups, including officer and advisor contacts, holds roundtables for members and advisors, and encourages diverse programming by student groups.
University Activities Board
The University Activities Board (UAB) provides a wide range of programs for Clarion University students. UAB is involved with opening weekend activities, Activities Day, Homecoming and Little Sibs Weekend. They also are responsible for the CampusFest concert, as well as arts, lectures, multi-cultural, recreation, union and other special events.
Minority Student Services
Rogers Laugand, M.A., director
393-2043
rlaugand@clarion.edu
Website
The Office of Minority Student Services provides programs and opportunities for members of under represented groups including: African Americans, Hispanic Americans, Asian Americans, and Native Americans to share their cultures and experiences with each other and with members of other groups. The office supports a number of initiatives and groups, including:
Black Student Union, Leadership Institute, Academic Excellence Program, UMOJA publication, Eyes on the Prize Mentoring Program, Annual Minority Student Recognition Dinner, Community Outreach Programs, Eastern/Western Alumni Program, Unity Night, Men of Color Think Tank, ASIA, Women United, and Project SOAR (a retention program for State System Partnership Programs)
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Conference and Events Services
Rachel Stevenson, interim director
Carolyn Nick, events scheduler
Carl Callenburg, auditoria manager
Telephone: 393-2714
Fax: 393-2509
spacerequest@clarion.edu
Website
The Office of Conference and Event Services schedules campus event spaces for non-academic events. The office assists recognized student organizations and administrative offices with the planning and coordination of their events and also contracts with external groups for camps and conferences. The space request process is handled on-line and the link for making a request can be found on our Website.
Health and Counseling Services
Susan Bornak, M.S.N.-C.R.N.P., administrative director
Keeling Health Services Center
393-2121
sbornak@clarion.edu
Website
Keeling Health Center, accredited by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Centers (AAAHC), provides health services and wellness promotion to the student community of Clarion University. The health center is located at the northwest corner of the campus near Givan Hall. A highly-credentialed staff, including contracted physicians, certified registered nurse practitioners, and registered nurses certified in college health, provide specialized student health services. Operating hours are 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Friday. After hours and emergency services are available from a variety of community providers.
The services of the health center are similar to those provided in a physician's office. Specific services include: physical examinations, immunizations, allergy injections, medication and prescriptions, pregnancy testing, treatment of acute and chronic illnesses and injuries, and referral to appropriate community resources. Proper immunization is highly recommended prior to university entrance. Pennsylvania Senate Bill 955 passed into law on June 28, 2002, mandates that all university students living in residence halls be immunized against meningitis or sign an informed declination statement. The American College
Health Association also supports the meningitis vaccine.
The health service fee includes an unlimited number of visits to the health center. There may be additional charges for medications or procedures associated with the visit.
Students are strongly encouraged to contact their primary insurance carrier to determine the conditions and limitations, if any, on medical treatment away from home.
Health Insurance
The health center fee includes basic provider services within the Keeling Health Center. Charges for laboratory, X-ray, outpatient, or inpatient services at other facilities, and medications are not covered, and are the responsibility of the individual student. Health insurance coverage is strongly encouraged prior to enrollment at Clarion University.
In an attempt to offer students an affordable health insurance option, Clarion University has collaborated with ten other universities in the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education to offer an economical and comprehensive insurance policy to students not covered by their parents' policy. Consolidated Health Plans (www.consolidatedhealthplan.com) has been selected as the insurance provider, and students may choose from a variety of options.
Parents who plan to continue a son or daughter on family insurance plans should contact their insurance provider to determine the effects of university entrance upon dependent coverage, particularly under managed care plans.
University policy requires students have medical insurance coverage to be eligible for participation in university-sanctioned, sponsored, and/or approved activities, including intercollegiate sports. The assumption is students participating in such activities are covered by medical insurance, and proof of coverage can be produced upon the university's request. Students interested in obtaining insurance from Consolidated Health Plans should contact the director of health services, 814-393-2121.
Health Promotions
James McGee
jmcgee@clarion.edu
Website
The coordinator of health promotions, located in the Keeling Health Center, strives in delivering health and wellness information to students across the campus. Through presentations, wellness programs, fitness activities, and information tables, students receive resources promoting healthy choices and healthy living. Aligning with Healthy Campus 2010, some topics include alcohol awareness, women's health, safe sex/STD, tobacco, mental wellness, and nutrition/exercise.
The Department of Counseling Services offers short-term episodic individual, couple, and group counseling to all students, without charge. Counseling Services provides professional help with personal, social, and career concerns including e-Discover, a Web-based career-planning program.
Students may request counseling on their own initiative or may be referred by faculty, staff, or other students. In keeping with accepted professional practice, counseling contacts are strictly confidential unless there is a clear immediate threat to self or others.
Appointments can be made by calling the counseling center at 393-2255, or by stopping by the office in 148 Egbert Hall. Counseling services are available Monday through Friday during the fall and spring semesters. There are limited hours during the summer months. The Department of Counseling Services is accredited by the International Association of Counseling Services, Inc.
Connie J. Laughlin, M.Ed., director
114 Egbert Hall
393-2323
claughlin@clarion.edu
Website
Clarion University offers a number of services to assist students with their career, educational, and employment plans. The Career Services Center works with students individually and through programs and classroom presentations to assist them in developing life-long career planning and job search skills. Students can obtain career and job search information from its career resource room, office publications, and Website. In addition, staff members use several listservs and an e-newsletter to communicate with students and provide career information and advice.
The Career Services Center provides students with information regarding experiential education opportunities related to their personal interests, course requirements, or career exploration needs. The center oversees several databases and serves as a clearinghouse for opportunities related to volunteerism, service-learning, part-time jobs, and internships. Staff members administer the Off-Campus Community Service Federal Work-Study program and coordinate the Experience Expo event.
The Career Services Center offers a number of resources for students as they prepare to enter the workforce. Students can develop job search skills by participating in the center's professional development seminars, resume clinic, and mock interview program, and meeting with a staff member to organize job application materials. The center also works to help students make connections with employers by arranging on-campus interviews, offering an on-line career services registration and resume posting service, providing a resume search for employers, coordinating a database of employment opportunities, and sponsoring a number of career events through the academic year.
Judicial and Mediation Services
Matthew G. Shaffer, M.A., coordinator
204 Egbert Hall
393-1918
mshaffer@clarion.edu
Website
The Office of Judicial and Mediation Services promotes responsible citizenship by protecting student rights and maintaining the principles outlined in the Student Rights, Regulations, and Procedures Online Handbook. The office administers campus disciplinary procedures, seeks to maintain a positive living and learning environment, and encourages the building of a respectful and inclusive community.
The office also serves as a resource to the university community regarding conflict management and resolution by providing services that promote the development of critical life skills. A mediation service is available to assist students in resolving interpersonal conflicts.
