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WELCOME! Welcome, and congratulations once again on your acceptance and enrollment at Fairfield University. This Transfer Student Guide has been designed to simplify the next steps in the process and to answer questions you may have about what to expect as a transfer student.
TRANSFER GUIDE SECTIONS
Action Items Student Life & Resources Important Action Items for transfer students Learn about campus life and important resources to complete available to students
Getting Started Financial Planning Describes the transfer student transitional See important deadlines, payment plans, and resources experience at Fairfield University Just for Families Academic Planning Specifies parent/guardian(s) conversation topics Details information students need to consider before college and highlights other resources when selecting classes
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To ensure your successful transition to Fairfield University, please visit the Transfer Student Checklist atwww.fairfield.edu/ Transfer students are required to complete several tutorials and/or tests that assist in the transition to Fairfield University. Please transferstudent as soon as possible. Here you will have access to all the assignments and forms you need to complete before log in to the Transfer Student Checklist at www.fairfield.edu/transferstudent as soon as possible. Here, students will have access Transfer Student Orientation in the fall. To facilitate a smooth transition, please complete each task and adhere to the dead- to all the assignments and forms they need to complete before Fall Orientation and Fall Welcome. It is essential that students lines. complete each task and adhere to the deadlines.
CHECKLIST ITEMS DEADLINE ■ CLAIM NETID DUE ASAP ■■ Claim NetID ASAP Students must visit www.fairfield.edu/netid to set up NetID (students need their Fairfield ID number). After claiming their NetID, students will receive their University Gmail address. Students should start checking Gmail regularly for important ■■ Complete StagAlert Information (Emergency Notification System) ASAP announcements and give it to family and friends. The NetID Login information is required to begin the Transfer Student ■■ Register for Transfer Student Orientation (attendance is essential) August 15 Checklist at www.fairfield.edu/transferstudent. Session A: Sunday, August 31 - Monday, September 1 ■ UPDATE STAGALERT DUE ASAP ■■ Transfer Housing Application July 25 Students must add their cell phone number to StagAlert, which is the University’s emergency notification system used to ■■ Parent/Guardian Information Form August 15 call student cell phones and/or send text messages in the event of an emergency. To add or change a cell phone number, log into my.Fairfield.edu, click on Self Service Links, then Update Cell ■■ Disability Services: Complete a New Student Intake Form (optional) August 15 Phone Number. Follow the on-screen instructions. ■■ Honor Code Signing August 15
■■ Language Placement Exam August 15 ■ REGISTER FOR TRANSFER STUDENT ORIENTATION DUE AUGUST 15 ■■ Immunization/Student Medical Report Form August 15 Students must register for Fall Orientation. Please note that if a student is unable to attend Orientation, they must still complete the registration process, stating the reason for not attending. ■■ Awarding of Advanced Placement, IB, or College Credit August 15 How to complete: Via the Transfer Student Checklist ■■ Health Insurance Waiver August 15
■■ Alcohol.Edu Part 1 and Haven August 25 ■ TRANSFER HOUSING APPLICATION DUE JULY 25 Assignment Process ■■ Student Handbook Acceptance August 15 The process for assigning rooms and roommates, including the assignment of varsity athletes, is overseen by the ■■ Code of Conduct Quiz August 15 Office of Residence Life and based upon students’ completed Transfer Housing Applications. The assignment process takes ■■ Register Your Computer August 31 place during July. Room assignment and roommate(s) information will be e-mailed to students’ Gmail accounts in August. A number of factors is used to determine how students will be assigned a room: whether students request a specific type of room and its availability, whether students have applied for a Residential College, and gender (Fairfield’s housing is single gender by floor or wing). Residence Life utilizes computer-generated random lottery numbers to assist with the housing assignment process. How to complete: Via the Transfer Student Checklist
■ PARENT/GUARDIAN INFORMATION FORM DUE AUGUST 15 The information shared by parents facilitates parent/guardian involvement. For example, Student Affairs produces an electronic newsletter especially for parents and guardians. The Campus Currents Parents e-newsletter keeps parents/ The Transfer Student Checklist and forms are to be completed online at www.fairfield.edu/transferstudent. guardians apprised of general campus news and events. Parents/Guardians will automatically begin receiving the newsletter provided they submit their e-mail information. For more information, contact: How to complete: Via the Transfer Student Checklist
Department of Student Programs & Leadership Development E-mail: [email protected] Phone: (203) 254-4053 Fax: (203) 254-4107 Website: www.fairfield.edu/transferstudent
Note: Deadlines relating to financial aid and billing are Access the Transfer Student Checklist at located in the Financial Planning section of the Guide. www.fairfield.edu/transferstudent.
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■ DISABILITY SERVICES: NEW STUDENT INTAKE FORM (OPTIONAL) DUE AUGUST 15 ■ LANGUAGE PLACEMENT EXAM DUE AUGUST 15 OR ASAP The Language Placement Exam is only for students with previous study in Chinese, French, German, Italian, Russian, or Fairfield University is committed to providing qualified students with disabilities an equal opportunity to access the ben- Spanish. efits, rights, and privileges of its services, programs, and activities in an accessible setting. Furthermore, in compliance How to complete: Fairfield University uses an online Language Placement exam to assess students’ skills in Chinese, with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and Connecticut state laws, we provide French, German, Italian, Russian, and Spanish. Students who have previously studied, or have otherwise acquired some reasonable accommodations to qualified students to reduce the impact of disabilities on academic functioning or upon fluency in, one or more of those languages are required to take the exam for each of the languages they are familiar with, other major life activities. even if they do not intend to take college courses in any of them. The placement exam must be completed by August 15 A student who wishes to be considered for reasonable accommodations at Fairfield University must identify him/herself to so faculty can review the results before Orientation. Because students may take the exam in a particular language only the Office of Disability Support Services. Detailed information regarding consideration for reasonable accommodations at once, they are encouraged to review prior to testing and to test at a time when they will be able to do their best. Fairfield University can be obtained at www.fairfield.edu/media/fairfielduniversitywebsite/documents/student/ dis_accomrequest.pdf or by contacting the Office of Disability Support Services at (203) 254-4000, ext. 2615. Chinese, French, German, Russian, or Spanish How to complete: Access the form via the Transfer Student Checklist or www.fairfield.edu/media/fairfielduniversitywebsite/ • Go to the Web site webcape.byuhtrsc.org documents/student/dis_accomrequest.pdf. The form, along with supporting documentation, must be mailed or faxed • Select ‘Fairfield University’ from the drop-down menu [fax (203) 254-5542] to Fairfield University directly. • Enter the password ‘stags18’ (no quotation marks) and click on the ‘login’ button • Select the placement test language from the drop-down menu ■ HONOR CODE SIGNING DUE AUGUST 15 • Enter last name, first name, and 8-digit Fairfield ID number at the top of the profile screen that appears Fairfield University’s primary purpose is the pursuit of academic excellence. This is possible only in an atmosphere where • Answer the preliminary questions about language experience. For the question ‘How have you learned [name of discovery and communication of knowledge are marked by scrupulous, unqualified honesty. Therefore, it is expected that language] other than in school,’ students can select up to two choices. The choice ‘Exchange Student’ means the student all students taking classes at the University adhere to the following Honor Code: was studying abroad as an exchange student living in a country speaking the language in which he or she is being “I understand that any violation of academic integrity wounds the entire community and undermines the trust upon which tested. the discovery and communication of knowledge depends. Therefore, as a member of the Fairfield University community, I • Click ‘Continue’ at the bottom of the screen hereby pledge to uphold and maintain these standards of academic honesty and integrity.” • The BYU test is an untimed, adaptive test All students must sign the University Honor Code, especially before taking the online Language Placement Exam. • Students should expect to complete the test in 20 to 45 minutes How to complete: Via the Transfer Student Checklist • The test will indicate to students when the exam is complete
Italian Test • Go to the web site www.fairfield.edu/blackboard • Log in with your Fairfield University NetID user name and password. • In the box on the upper right labeled My Courses, click on 'Italian Placement Test' • Answer the preliminary questions and language questions (50) and submit the test • The time limit is 45 minutes
Questions • If students experience difficulty getting into any of the language tests, or have any questions about language placement, they can e-mail [email protected]. • If students wish to continue study in a language for which an online placement exam is not available, they should indicate that on the Academic Interests Questionnaire and meet with a language advisor during Orientation.
■ IMMUNIZATION/STUDENT MEDICAL REPORT FORM DUE AUGUST 15 Students are required to submit a confidential health history and to document proof of immunizations which are required by Connecticut State law. Mandated immunization requirements are strictly enforced. Students may not move into a resi- dence hall or begin classes until all immunization requirements are met.
Access the Transfer Student Checklist at www.fairfield.edu/transferstudent.
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The Student Health Center strongly recommends a pre-college physical exam. However, the Student Health Center is re- ■ ALCOHOLEDU & HAVEN COMPLETE PART 1 BEFORE AUGUST 25 questing that all students mail in their health history and proof of immunizations (documented on the Student Medical Fairfield University requires all incoming students to complete AlcoholEdu for College, an online, non-opinionated alcohol Report Form) by August 15. Students may mail in their physical exam documentation at a later date if necessary. prevention program as well as Haven, an online learning platform that addresses the critical issues of sexual assault, re- How to complete: lationship violence, and stalking. All responses are strictly confidential; the school will only receive information about the 1. Go to the website www.fairfield.edu/immunization student body as a whole and will never see individual students’ answers. 2. Carefully review the list of required immunizations (Connecticut requirements may be different than requirements in The course has two sections, both of which must be completed to fulfill this requirement: your home state) • Part 1 of the course takes approximately two hours to complete. Students should take it in multiple sittings. (Part 1 3. Download and print the “Undergraduate Medical Report Form” ends after Survey 2 and the Exam.) Students must earn a grade of 75 or higher to pass and receive credit. Students 4. Students should complete the health history part and the tuberculosis screening questions (Part I) must complete Part 1 before August 25. 5. Present this form to your physician. Ask your physician to document your immunization history on this form. • About 45 days after completing Part 1, students will receive an e-mail to complete Part 2. Detailed instructions about Additionally, your physician needs to review your TB screening questions. Students at high risk for tuberculosis will completing Parts 1 and 2 will be e-mailed to Fairfield Gmail accounts during the summer. Completing the AlcoholEdu & need to be tested (as outlined in the form). Haven course is a required component for all transfer students. 6. Mail your form to the Student Health Center by August 15 How to complete: An e-mail from [email protected] will be sent to each student’s Fairfield University Gmail account during the first week of August with specific instructions, including login information. ■ AWARDING OF ADVANCED PLACEMENT, IB, OR COLLEGE CREDIT DUE AUGUST 15
Students entering Fairfield University may be eligible to receive college credits for work previously completed in several ■ STUDENT HANDBOOK ACCEPTANCE DUE AUGUST 15 ways: through Advanced Placement exams, through High-Level International Baccalaureate courses, or through college The Student Handbook must be read, understood, and fully agreed to by incoming students before arriving on campus. courses completed while in high school or at other institutions of higher education. Transfer students should make sure How to complete: Via the Transfer Student Checklist that official results or transcripts are sent to Fairfield as soon as possible in order to have more options in course plan- ning. How to complete: Have official results or transcripts sent to the Office of Academic Support and Retention at Fairfield University.
■ HEALTH INSURANCE WAIVER DUE AUGUST 15 Fairfield University requires all full-time undergraduate students maintain or purchase a health insurance policy. This requirement was established to maintain the health and well-being of students, which is integral to the quality of their college experience. The University automatically enrolls each student in the University-sponsored health insurance policy for the upcoming academic year. A charge for this policy appears on the student’s tuition bill. If the student has access to health insurance through other means (e.g., parent’s policy) and does not wish to be enrolled in the University-sponsored plan, the student must complete an online waiver to provide proof of coverage and decline enrollment in the University- sponsored plan. The online waiver is due August 15. Students coming from other geographic areas that carry HMO or network-based coverage are strongly encouraged to purchase the University-sponsored plan. To view the policy details, go to www.gallagherkoster.com/fairfield. How to complete: Students should have their health insurance card available and then log in to my.Fairfield.edu. Once logged in, click on the Student pull-down menu and click the Personal Information link. From the Quick Links section on the left, click the Student Health Insurance Waiver link, and complete the form (the fields in red are required). Be sure to click the “submit” button on the bottom of the screen. Once the waiver is submitted and approved, students will receive a full credit.
Access the Transfer Student Checklist at www.fairfield.edu/transferstudent.
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■ CODE OF CONDUCT QUIZ DUE AUGUST 15 FALL ORIENTATION/MOVE-IN The Office of the Dean of Students is concerned primarily with students’ needs and well-being outside of the traditional Fall Orientation allows transfer students to connect with each other and the Fairfield community before classes begin. classroom, in addition to administering the student conduct system. In keeping with the Jesuit ideals of “cura personalis” – the education of the whole person – and the development of the mind, body, and spirit – the Office of the Dean of Students Transfer students move in on Sunday, August 31 and attend important sessions during the week to prepare them academi- calls students to be accountable for their actions in accordance with the Student Conduct Code. cally and socially for the year to come. Commuter students will begin attending Fall Orientation sessions starting at 1 p.m. How to complete: Via the Transfer Student Checklist on August 31.
■ REGISTER YOUR COMPUTER BEFORE ARRIVING ON CAMPUS IN THE FALL Highlights of Fall Orientation include interacting with Resident Assistants, New Student Leaders, Community Associates, To successfully connect a computer to the student network, Fairfield requires that computers have the latest operating and attending a variety of information sessions and community events. system updates and security updates. Additionally, all Macbooks and Windows based machines have an antivirus applica- tion installed. After installing the chosen Antivirus application, students must open the application and update the virus Sunday, August 31 definitions. Students will not be allowed on the network if they don’t. Detailed instructions can be found atmy.fairfield.edu/ • 8 a.m...... Transfer Students Begin Moving In (Residence Life will inform students of exact move-in times) web/helpdesk. • 9 a.m. - 4 p.m...... StagCard Pictures and Pick Up Install Antivirus Software: All commercial Antivirus applications (e.g., McAfee, Kaspersky) are acceptable, including free • 10 a.m. - noon...... Payment Questions tools such as Windows Security Essentials/ Windows Defender (Win 8 only) and ClamXAVfor Mac, which can be found in the Mac App Store. • 10 a.m. - 4 p.m...... New Student Welcome and Information Center
• 10 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. .... Bookstore Pick-Ups Students should be certain that before they load any new antivirus software, they have uninstalled old versions that may exist on their computer. Installing a new application on a computer that already has anti-virus software can lead to prob- • 1 p.m...... Commuter Student Meeting lems. Once students have installed their antivirus software, they should make sure to update the virus definitions. These • 2 p.m...... Transfer Group Meeting will be checked when they attempt to connect to the Fairfield network and register their computer. Visit the Information Technology Services Help Desk at www.fairfield.edu/its/its4uhelpdesk/ for all your technology needs. • 2:30 p.m...... University Welcome for Students • 2:30 p.m...... Transfer Student Family Orientation • 5 p.m...... Families Depart • 5:30 p.m. onwards... Dinner in Transfer Groups, Residence Life community meetings (including commuter students) , and entertainment
Monday, September 1 • Transfer students will attend an off-campus excursion
Tuesday, September 2 • Classes begin. Campus-wide Welcome Week evening events continue.
Please note: This is a tentative schedule and subject to change. A final schedule will be provided at check-in on the first day of move-in and will be posted on www.fairfield.edu/transferstudent. Family events are only scheduled on the first day of move-in (August 31) and will end at 5 p.m., while the new students will proceed with their schedule of events.
For What to Bring to Campus in the fall see last page of this Guide.
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There are five convenient ways to add money to the StagBucks account: 1. Online at www.stagcardonline.com. MasterCard and Visa accepted. 2. In person at the StagCard Office. Cash, check, Master Card, American Express, and Visa accepted. 3. By telephone to the StagCard Office: (203) 254-4009. MasterCard, American Express, and Visa accepted. 4. At a Value Transfer Station (VTS) located in the Barone Campus Center next to the ATM and in the Weil Café of the DiMenna-Nyselius Library. Cash, MasterCard, American Express, and Visa accepted. COMMUTER STUDENTS The StagCard is an all-in-one card. Transfer students will 5. By mail to the StagCard Office. Make checks payable The Office of Student Diversity Programs works closely with use it for the following services: to Fairfield University, indicate the student’s name and commuter students to help them take full advantage of the • Building access: The card is used to access the Fairfield ID number in the memo area, and send to: many opportunities that the University provides. A dedicated residence halls, the DiMenna-Nyselius Library, computer StagCard Office commuter lounge equipped with a television, tables for labs, and the Quick Recreation Complex. Fairfield University studying, lockers, and comfortable couches is conveniently • Document printing: Fairfield uses WEPA to manage its 1073 North Benson Road located in the Barone Campus Center. public-access printers. WEPA (Wireless Everywhere, Fairfield, CT 06824 Print Anywhere), allows users to send print jobs to the The Office of Residence Life also has a limited number of cloud, and then release them from one of 10 kiosks rooms available on short notice for students in case of poor around campus, and from any WEPA kiosk nationwide. weather or unexpected transportation issues. Commuter All students receive $25 in complimentary StagPrint students are encouraged to participate in all programs such value each semester, or $5 per registered course, as clubs and organizations, sophomore residential colleges, whichever is greater. service learning, and study abroad. • Laundry: All campus residents receive 80 complimentary laundry cycles each semester. A laundry cycle is equivalent to one wash or one dry. MY.FAIRFIELD.EDU • Meal Plan: All residence hall residents are automatically enrolled in a meal plan; commuting students are eligible my.Fairfield.edu is Fairfield University’s portal, which can be to purchase a meal plan. The StagCard is required to accessed at my.Fairfield.edu. It allows access to students' access the meal plan account upon entering the Main personal information. Here students are able to: Dining Room. • View grades and unofficial transcripts • Debit: When students add money to their StagBucks • Print a copy of their course schedule account, the StagCard becomes a debit card. • Accept financial aid • Register for courses The money in the StagBucks account can be used at a variety • Access tuition bills of locations on campus including the Fairfield Spirit Shop, • View the student directory the University Bookstore (downtown), the mailroom, vending • Add a cell phone number to the StagAlert system machines, Einstein Bros Bagels, the Stag Snack Bar, Chef’s Table in the Library, and more. STAGCARD The StagBucks account will also kick in when students The StagCard is Fairfield University’s official identifica- run out of dining dollars, StagPrint, or laundry cycles. For tion card. Students can have their picture taken when they an updated list of off-campus merchants accepting the arrive on campus in the fall. Students are expected to carry StagCard, visit www.fairfield.edu/stagcard. the card at all times.
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FAIRFIELD UNIVERSITY'S CAMPUS-WIDE FOCUS: WATER This year, the University campus-wide initiative is Water, building off the last two years of focus on Cities. The goal of offer- ing a University focus is to highlight and promote interdisciplinary learning via a campus-wide conversation on a specific is- sue. It helps to emphasize integrative learning practices that are already taking place at Fairfield, as well as encourage new collaborations. Ideally, by promoting synergistic courses and events and cross-campus collaborations, it helps increase engagement by the entire University community of faculty, students, administrators, staff, alumni, parents, and friends in a common academic pursuit.
WHY WATER? The significance of water as a campus-wide initiative is This theme also involves the addition of a newly created encapsulated in the following quote by Secretary of State Water Focus Curricular Sequence of classes for 2014- Hillary Clinton in which she comments: “In the United 15 (9 credit hours). Students can choose to participate States, water represents one of the great diplomatic and by taking Water-related coursework, attending events development opportunities of our time. It's not every day and lectures, participating in a discipline-based, Water- you find an issue where effective diplomacy and devel- focused research project, and four seminar style meet- opment will allow you to save millions of lives, feed the ings for the semester. The new focus will offer students hungry, empower women, advance our national security from all academic disciplines the opportunity to delve into interests, protect the environment, and demonstrate the theme while pursuing their studies and offer more to billions of people that the United States cares, cares integrated learning opportunities. More information about about you and your welfare. Water is that issue.” the Water Focus Curricular Sequence can be found in the course catalog. Water covers over 70% of the Earth's surface and has become a hot topic issue for people around the world. Stu- For additional information about the University theme of dents will have the opportunity to become active partici- Water, visit www.fairfield.edu/aboutfairfield/ pants engaging with faculty, staff, and other students to missionvalueshistory/areasoffocus/. learn more about these issues and consider solutions.
ACADEMIC CALENDAR 2014-2015 The calendar is on the University web site at www.fairfield.edu/academics
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ACADEMIC ADVISING FACULTY ADVISORS Through a network of faculty advisors, professional advising Once students arrive on campus, students who have a staff, and peer mentors, Fairfield University supports students declared major are assigned a faculty advisor in that aca- in all areas of academic planning and at each stage of the demic discipline. Undeclared students are also assigned decision-making process. Students receive assistance a faculty advisor. However, when these students declare a with selecting courses, deciding on majors (and possibly major, they will be reassigned to an advisor in the academic minors), and incorporating co-curricular involvement and discipline chosen. Advisors are available to meet regularly high-impact learning opportunities such as study abroad, with students, monitor progress, advise students at registra- capstones, and internships. Together, Fairfield’s faculty, tion time, and discuss courses and programs of study. staff, and peers promote a holistic approach to academic advising that encourages students to be actively engaged Office of Academic Support and Retention and to make thoughtful choices regarding their current and The Office of Academic Support and Retention is avail- future plans. able to all students exploring choice of major and minor, including those considering a change of major. Services are provided to students regardless of class year. The Office of Academic Support and Retention also works with faculty ad- visors and academic deans’ offices to ensure the academic progress of all transfer students.
THE CORE CURRICULUM The Core Curriculum includes five general areas of study: Fairfield University’s 20 liberal arts Core courses give 1. Mathematics and Natural Sciences students the knowledge and skills to better understand 2. History and the Social and Behavioral Sciences the world and their place in it. Core courses are offered in 3. Philosophy, Religious Studies, and Applied Ethics a variety of disciplines, but together they have two goals: 4. English and Visual and Performing Arts Enabling students to become thinking and caring global 5. Modern and Classical Languages citizens and providing a general educational background Additionally, the Core includes a diversity requirement (both that serves to put into perspective the more in-depth U.S. diversity and world diversity) that will help students intellectual or technical mastery students gain in their develop a critical consciousness of themselves and society. major program. Learn more about these areas of Core study and require- ments at www.fairfield.edu/academics/undergraduate/ thecore/planningyourcore/.
To learn more about the diversity requirement and to see a selection of courses to choose from, visit www.fairfield.edu/ academics/undergraduate/thecore/usworlddiversity.
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PLANNING STUDY IN THE CORE COURSE SELECTION FOR Guidelines for the Language Requirement Guidelines for Pre-Health/Pre-Med Planning Most Core courses are taken within the first two years TRANSFER STUDENTS Reasons for the Language Requirement Fairfield offers a challenging, competitive, and highly suc- at Fairfield University. However, precisely when students Class Registration In an increasingly interdependent world, the ability to cessful pre-medical/pre-dental/pre-health professional should take various Core courses depends, in part, upon Academic planning sessions will be run by faculty and understand and communicate across ethnic, cultural, program called the Health Professions Program or HPP. their major. Facilitators at Orientation – and faculty advisors professional staff facilitators with an interest and special ideological, and national boundaries is essential. Since Students in this program pursue studies in a field or major throughout the four years at Fairfield – will assist students training in working with incoming students. With that advice, language is the primary vehicle for communication, one of their personal interest while taking those courses neces- in selecting a schedule that meets Core requirements. students will register for their fall semester classes with goal of the Core Curriculum is to ensure that Fairfield sary for admission to medical and dental schools, as well Academic Support and Retention before arrival in the Fall. graduates acquire facility with at least one language as any of the professional schools for allied health careers, Core courses are organized, in general, into two groups: other than English. Hence, most students are required to such as optometry, physical and occupational therapy, • 10 courses that form a common experience for Typical Course Loads and Schedules complete the study of a modern language or a classical podiatry and more . most students Students normally enroll in five 3- or 4-credit hour courses language at the intermediate level. Students who are considering the health professions as a • 10 courses, required from particular disciplinary areas, each semester at Fairfield University. However, a student career should identify themselves and meet with the Health that give each student the opportunity to choose a will be considered full-time while taking a minimum of four If a student elects to study a language not studied in high Professions Advisor, Dr. Geoffrey Church, as early as pos- unique experience, by exploring his or her own interests courses or 12 credits. school, typically four (4) semesters of a Modern Language and passions and becoming exposed to new ideas and or three (3) semesters of Greek or Latin are required to sible in the fall semester ([email protected], ext. 2485, 207 Bannow). A great deal of careful planning over three to ways of thinking Guidelines for Transfer Mathematics Placement complete the intermediate level. four years must be done in order to prepare a strong ap- Students should enroll in the highest numbered mathematics Students are encouraged to make the Core personally Because of specialized programs of study, students in plication for advanced study. Therefore, an early meeting al- course that their high school preparation in mathematics meaningful by following six paths to self-discovery – six the School of Engineering do not have to fulfill the Foreign lows students to make sure they are on track with program allows. This will permit students to build upon the foundation ways of making connections among various areas of study. Language requirement and students in the School of requirements while there is still time to add or drop courses that was established in high school and will provide greater To learn more about what these Core Pathways are and Nursing have to meet either the Foreign Language require- as appropriate. flexibility when choosing a major or changing majors. This how they can assist students in exploring the Core, visit ment or the Visual and Performing Arts requirement. is especially true if students are considering a major in the www.fairfield.edu/academics/undergraduate/thecore/. To apply to health professions schools, students need to School of Engineering, Dolan School of Business, the scienc- Assessment of Students’ Language Skills have foundational knowledge in science. Many pre-health es, computer science, or mathematics, since many courses in Interdisciplinary courses and majors, courses that involve students elect to pursue a degree in one of the sciences. these disciplines must be taken in sequence and are required We require all students to take the Language Placement service learning, and those that have students conduct However, students can major in any area as long as they for upper level courses. exam in Chinese, French, German, Italian, Russian, and/or their own research are especially conducive to helping Spanish if they have learned one or more of those languages supplement the major program with a combination of students find connections among the many academic courses that represent preparation for medical, dental, and Students are placed in the appropriate level of mathematics – whether through study in high school, at home, or through offerings at Fairfield. Finally, because many Core courses can allied health schools. based on courses taken at previous institutions and grades living abroad – even if they do not intend to continue also be counted toward major and minor programs, students received during high school and, to a lesser extent, on math studies in any of them. The Action Items section of this Guide can still pursue more than one intellectual interest in greater SAT scores, if submitted. A student’s academic goals and contains more information about taking the online Language depth even as they meet the Core requirements. For a list major requirements are also considered. If, after one or two Placement exam. of all interdisciplinary minors, as well as all majors, visit weeks in September, it becomes evident that a student has www.fairfield.edu/academics/undergraduate/ been placed in the wrong course, the student will be permitted If students choose to continue study in one of those majorsminors/. to switch to a more appropriate level of mathematics. languages, the score on the placement exam will determine the beginning level of study at Fairfield. Students who place into the intermediate level will need to complete two semesters of language study, while those who place at the elementary level will need four semesters. To continue the study begun in high school of Arabic, Japanese, Hebrew, Portuguese, Greek, or Latin, students should indicate that preference to their Academic Advisor.
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School of Engineering OTHER ACADEMIC PROGRAMS The School of Engineering is devoted to helping students pursue successful undergraduate and graduate engineering Center for Faith and Public Life degrees. The School provides opportunities to combine study Fairfield University's Center for Faith and Public Life, an- with experience and professional practice through class- chored in the Jesuit tradition and Catholic Social Teaching, room instruction and industrial internships, offering the is committed to advancing the Common Good by improving prospect for the best in engineering education. The School’s social conditions to allow for the full flourishing of individu- graduates master theoretical and practical knowledge of als and society. engineering skills, and acquire additional competencies in communications, critical judgment, social responsibility, and Through multi-disciplinary academic research, events, pub- a sense of economic and ethical values. lications, teaching, and other initiatives, the Center seeks to: ACADEMIC SCHOOLS AND PROGRAMS • Engage students to be global citizens College of Arts and Sciences For a list of School of Engineering majors and minors visit • Provide a public forum for engaging issues where faith undergraduate programs at www.fairfield.edu/soe. and public life intersect The College of Arts and Sciences, the oldest and largest Service Learning Associates Program • Create solutions for current social issues of Fairfield’s five schools, is where nearly half of all Graduate School of Education and Allied Professions The Service Learning Associates (SLA) Program engages Fairfield undergraduate students will focus their studies, undergraduate students in meaningful peer leadership roles The Graduate School of Education and Allied Professions, The Office of Service Learning and where all Fairfield undergraduates take the liberal while strengthening university-community partnerships. in close collaboration with the College of Arts and Sciences, Service learning is an approach to teaching and learning arts Core courses, those that ensure that every student is Each associate works in collaboration with a service-learning offers several programs for undergraduates: linking academic study and community-based service well educated in the Jesuit tradition. Together, students faculty member to engage students in meaningful discus- • A 15-credit minor in educational studies open to all so that each is strengthened and both are transformed. will live and learn, both on and off campus, through the sion and reflection around both their service experiences interested undergraduates The Office of Service Learning works in collaboration with arts and humanities, philosophy and religious studies, the and academic course content, to provide logistical support, • A five-year integrated bachelor’s/master’s degree with professors and community partners to create classes that natural sciences and mathematics, and the social and and to assist with other course-related activities. Learn more Teacher Certification in the following areas: secondary connect focused academic learning with meaningful and behavioral sciences. about the SLA program and see an updated list of courses by education (with concentrations in science, math, English, appropriate service. Students get out of the classroom visiting the Office of Service Learning's website at social studies, and world languages); elementary and into the community in a variety of ways, including For a list of College of Arts and Sciences majors and minors www.fairfield.edu/academics/schoolscollegescenters/aca- education; and TESOL education tutoring at a local school, being a mentor, and working at visit www.fairfield.edu/academics/schoolscollegescenters/ demiccenters/officeofservicelearning. collegeofartssciences/. • A four-year bachelor’s degree with Teacher Certification a non-profit. Critical reflection is an essential component in P-12 music education of service learning, as is the development of partnerships Jesuit Universities Humanitarian Action Network with the community that are based in mutuality and reci- Charles F. Dolan School of Business (JUHAN) To learn more about these programs, visit www.fairfield. procity. Courses designated as "SerL" or "SerL Option" in The highly competitive, globally-oriented, tech-savvy edu/academics/schoolscollegescenters/ the course listing all have a service component that relates JUHAN was created through a collaborative initiative business world seeks energized, knowledgeable, inspired graduateschoolofeducationalliedprofessions/. to the course material. among Georgetown, Fordham, and Fairfield Universities on undergraduates with rock solid ethics to be the business the premise that, in addressing the needs of those who are leaders of the future. This is who we’d like to help students Honors Program We are committed to solidarity and collaboration with suffering, our academic institutions can be more effective become during their time at the Charles F. Dolan School of working together than independently. JUHAN seeks to The Honors Program at Fairfield University invites talented, people who are marginalized, especially those who are Business. Whether students see themselves as an entre- coordinate the response of its member universities to intellectually curious students from all undergraduate materially poor. Our work is inspired by, and flows from, preneur, an accountant, an international business execu- create an efficient, well-informed response to humanitarian schools to apply for admission and, upon acceptance, to the Jesuit Catholic educational mission of Fairfield Uni- tive, a marketing professional, an information systems crises, as well as to raise awareness on campuses across diversify their education through interdisciplinary courses versity that calls for the dynamic integration of academic manager, or an expert in the world of finance, the School of the nation on the meaning of humanitarian response and and small seminars reserved solely for Honors students. excellence, social responsibility, and faith that promotes Business can help take students there. its implications for the Jesuit ideology of ‘men and women Invitation to apply to the Honors Program is offered to justice. for others.’ For a list of Dolan School of Business majors and minors some incoming students who have received the Magis Scholarship and to current members of the first-year class Learn more about Service Learning and see an updated visit www.fairfield.edu/dsb. The JUHAN project includes a variety of academic courses, who have excelled academically in their first semester at list of courses by visiting the Office of Service Learning's a student leadership team, and a biennial national student Fairfield. Honors students are granted exemptions in the website at www.fairfield.edu/servicelearning. leadership conference. At Fairfield University, there is a Core Curriculum that enable them to complete their major dynamic JUHAN club on campus which hosts programs requirements and to pursue minor or elective courses. throughout the year focused on humanitarian action and coordinates student responses to humanitarian crises as To learn more about the Honors Program, visit www.fairfield. they occur. edu/academics/undergraduate/honorsprogram/.
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Under a special grant awarded by the Teagle Foundation in The Center for Catholic Studies Study Abroad ACADEMIC SUPPORT 2012, the JUHAN project is collaborating with Georgetown The Center for Catholic Studies promotes research and An international experience has become an invaluable part The University offers the following resources to all students: University and the Universidad Centroamericana (UCA) in teaching on all aspects of the Roman Catholic Church. of a complete undergraduate education. Fairfield invites • Academic Skills Development: Students meet individually Managua, Nicaragua to better equip students to address Catholic Studies examines Catholicism as a cultural tradition, students to study abroad for a semester, short-term, or or in groups to work on time management, organization great questions of meaning and value, purpose and respon- exploring its particular customs, politics, organizational summer program from a selection of more than 100 programs skills, effective reading, and note-taking strategies sibility. structure, and distinctive ethical voice; as an intellectual in 40 countries. In addition, short-term and summer programs • Peer Tutorial Program: Both individual and group tradition, attending to the great philosophical and theological are open to all levels (from first-year students to seniors). study sessions For example, students are grappling with questions related legacy of the Church and its impact upon the development • The Writing Center to suffering through the examination of current humanitar- of science and learning; and as an artistic tradition, studying Students can study in a Fairfield-administered program • The Math Center (www.fairfield.edu/mathcenter) ian crisis: its immense contributions to music and drama, to poetry and to earn credit and grades in Brisbane, Australia; Aix en • What is human suffering and why does it exist in the fiction, to painting and sculpture. Provence, France; Galway, Ireland; Florence, Italy; Managua, LIBRARY world today? Nicaragua; and Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. As students begin their academic journey at Fairfield, they are • What are individual and collective responsibilities for The Minor in Catholic Studies encouraged to visit the DiMenna-Nyselius Library. The library humanity? The academic minor in Catholic Studies allows undergradu- Programs are also offered all over the world with affiliated offers many resources and services to support students: • What can we do about it? ates a chance to grow in their appreciation and critical programs earning transfer credit. Students need to submit • More than 170 outstanding electronic databases for Learn more about JUHAN and see an updated list of awareness of the many facets of the Catholic tradition, and the Study Abroad application online no later than February 1 research from anywhere 24/7 courses by visiting the JUHAN’s web site at to do so in a community of inquiry and shared experiences. of sophomore year and have an overall GPA of 2.8 to • Over 100 computers, printers, scanners, wireless access, www.fairfield.edu/juhan. Courses in the minor examine the influence of Catholicism study abroad. laptops, and iPads that can be borrowed for in-library use upon the development of philosophy and the arts; the • Over 366,000 books, 15,000 videos and CDs, 70,000 Academic excursions to the United Nations and relationship between Catholicism and the history of world Students are encouraged to drop by our Study Abroad office e-journals, and almost 400,000 e-books Washington D.C. civilizations; the intellectual and ethical issues raised by the for walk-in hours from 1-4 p.m. No appointment is necessary. • 11 group study rooms equipped with wireless and fiber CFPL sponsors two trips annually, a fall day-trip to the interactions between theology, science, and modern culture; You may also visit our Study Abroad website to learn more at optic connections, and DVD/VCRs United Nations in New York City and a spring break trip to Catholic social thought and practice; and the theological www.fairfield.edu/studyabroad. • 10 collaborative work areas for group work Washington, D.C. foundations of Catholic faith. The minor is an interdisciplinary • 24/7 research assistance via instant messaging, e-mail, program, and courses taken for the Catholic Studies minor Women, Gender and Sexuality Studies chat, telephone, or in person at the Reference Desk In the fall, students spend an entire day in New York learn- may fulfill core requirements. Women, Gender and Sexuality Studies is an interdisciplin- • 24/7 computer lab and café ing about global governance and international policy. In ad- ary program that challenges the cultural, intellectual, social • Self-checkout for books dition to touring the United Nations building itself, students Lectures and other Events and political assumptions about sex, gender and sexual- receive detailed briefings from senior-level administrators Throughout the year, the Center brings nationally-recognized ity systems. A unique field, Women, Gender and Sexuality Visit www.fairfield.edu/library/index.html. and representatives from the UN and other international scholars to campus to share their expertise on a wide range Studies draws on scholarship from multiple disciplines NGOs focusing on humanitarian issues, refugees, human of topics of interest to Catholic Studies through evening to develop its own theories, methods and epistemologies. Students can also become library fans on Facebook and Twitter. trafficking, trade and global debt and other forces behind lectures. In addition, the Center regularly sponsors The inextricable linkage of theory and practice forms the Global Migration. The spring Washington, D.C. trip gives workshops, conferences, and student initiatives related foundation of the field. Courses in the program critically students the opportunity to learn what it's like to live and to the Catholic intellectual tradition. engage issues of race, ethnicity, class, gender, sexuality work in our nation's capitol. Students meet with legislative and other key components of identity, and the ways they staffers, Fairfield alumni, and representatives from NGOs You can learn more about the Center for Catholic Studies by intersect. The minor requires just six classes (18 credits), to discuss their work, tour the capitol, and get to know D.C. visiting in Canisius 200 or online at www.fairfield.edu/cs. many of which already count for core, major or diversity For more information, visit www.fairfield.edu/academics/ requirements. Women, Gender and Sexuality Studies is a schoolscollegescenters/academiccenters/centerfor- way to diversify a resume, explore exciting topics relevant faithandpubliclife/forstudents/dcexperience/ and www. to our everyday lives, and get involved with one of the most fairfield.edu/cfpl/forstudents/unexperience. dynamic programs on campus. Contact the program co- directors, Dr. David Gudelunas, [email protected] or Dr. Emily Orlando, [email protected] for more information.
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FROM CLASSROOM TO CAREER STUDENT LIFE CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS What can you do with a liberal arts degree these days? Student life at Fairfield University supports the Jesuit tradi- Fairfield University sponsors over 80 clubs and organizations, Anything you want, according to Fairfield University’s From tion of caring for the whole person by providing opportunities providing students with an array of cultural, educational, Classroom to Career initiative, a four-year road map for that engage students in meaningful, high impact activities social, spiritual, and recreational programs and activities. students looking to get a solid education and plan for the designed for their living and learning experience. Through Ranging from honor societies to academic interests to extra- career of their dreams. both curricular and co-curricular experiences, students curricular engagement, these activities provide first-hand will be involved in integrative learning opportunities that experience in leadership, organizational development and The initiative - with advice and goals specifically tailored to empower intellectual, spiritual, and cultural growth during management, decision-making, diversity, and planning. each of 16 departments in Fairfield’s College of Arts their time at Fairfield University. and Sciences (CAS) – aims to give students concrete steps For a complete list of clubs visit www.fairfield.edu/ to build on their classroom work for each year of their lifeatfairfield/clubsorganizationsrecreation/. college experience, helping them discern how their studies DEAN OF STUDENTS will translate to a meaningful career. The primary responsibility of the Office of the Dean of FUSA Students is to enhance the quality of student life outside The Fairfield University Student Association (FUSA) is the No matter what your major is, students in the College of of the classroom. The Office of the Dean of Students col- official student association for full-time undergraduate Arts and Sciences (CAS) can pursue a wide range of job and laborates with many departments within Student Affairs students and is the largest student organization on career choices. While it can be tough to know where to start and the academic division to help students integrate their campus. The association represents student issues and the process of becoming career-ready, we're here to help! student life experiences with their academic learning. concerns to the faculty and administration and sponsors We encourage every student to take advantage of the numerous student programs and activities. Visit the FUSA Visit: www.fairfield.edu/c2c. leadership development opportunities, co-curricular website at www.fairfield.edu/fusa. programming, diversity initiatives, and volunteer services that Student Affairs has to offer. IRHA The Inter-Residential Housing Association (IRHA) is the The Office of the Dean of Students is also concerned about residential student government, one of the largest student the moral and ethical development of students. We expect organizations on campus. IRHA works with FUSA, Student students to play an active and respectful role in community Programs, and Residence Life to improve all aspects of life at Fairfield University and adhere to University Code on-campus living by developing and improving the physical and of Conduct. We help students make responsible decisions social environment in the residence halls, townhouses, and through peer mentor programs, one-on-one meetings with apartments. agents of the Dean’s office, and creative, educational pro- grams. You can visit the Dean’s office in the Barone Campus Center Suite 408, call (203) 254-4211, or e-mail [email protected].
ACTIVITIES: CHECK OUT THE TYPES OF ACTIVITIES OFFERED TO STUDENTS THROUGHOUT THE ACADEMIC YEAR! Activities Fair Islam Awareness Week Levee Events Late Night Weekend Events Convocation Midnight Breakfast Karaoke Nights South Side Cafe Events Monthly Bowling Trips Martin Luther King, Jr. Trivia Nights Monthly Bingo Series Observance Noche Caliente Theology on Tap Late Night Barone Siblings Weekend Fairfield Fridays Monday Night Football Paint Nite Flavors of Asia Broadway Trips Battle of the Fairfield U Fairfield Flicks Community Pride Week Student Bands Presidential Ball Amazing shows at the Pride and Purpose Senior and Junior Mug Quick Center for the Arts Red Sea Madness Nights Spring Weekend (www.fairfield.edu/quick) Gender Bender Ball Halloween Dance Student Leadership Awards Alumni & Family Weekend St. Patrick’s Day Party Dogwood Dance Stags Unleashed Week Open Visions Forums Lighting of the Tree
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14. Welcome in spring at the Dogwood Dance 29. Attend the Activities Fair – as a first-year student 15. Get dressed up with the rest of your class for the looking for clubs and as an upper class student Sophomore “Halfway There” Cruise recruiting new members 16. Dance to Mariah Carey’s “All I Want for Christmas 30. Go on a Kairos retreat – or any retreat is You” at Midnight Breakfast 31. Do homework in the McGrath Commons in 1 7. Go sledding on the library hill Campus Ministry 18. Visit South Side Cafe for great entertainment 32. Have your super nice RA let you into your room when and a late night menu you get locked out
1. Watch your classmates on the big screen at Cinefest 45. Go to a weekend late night Bingo and win amazing 2. “Study” on the beach…or just play Frisbee prizes 3. Attend a Rock the Eucharist Mass with Lord’s Chords 46. March in the NYC St. Patrick’s Day parade with 4. Tweet about the amazing Open VISIONS Forum you Fairfield University just experienced at the Quick Center 4 7. Visit a professor during office hours 5. Grab a snack at Late Night at the Stag 48. Get to know a Jesuit 6. Play a game and get an awesome giveaway at 49. Participate in Relay for Life Late Night at Barone
19. Sing karaoke at The Levee 33. Write an article for The Mirror – or at least read one 20. Play trivia at The Levee 34. Vote for the president, vice president, and class senators 21. Cheer your head off at a Stags basketball game at the FUSA election – or better yet, run for a position 22. Pull an all-nighter in Club DiMenna 35. Visit the Zen garden to relax during a stressful time 23. Grab a pre-class coffee at Einsteins or get a Starbucks 36. Stay for multiple meals in Barone at the town bookstore 3 7. Check out Fairfield Flicks- Watch a weekend late night 24. Run down the hill to Dolan School of Business because movie you are late to class 38. Get arrested – but only to support the Special Olympics at Jail n’ Bail
7. Ride the Stag! 50. Participate in Inter Residential Housing Association’s 8. Take the train into the city around holiday time Lighting of the Halls 9. Get all decked out in your Fairfield gear for Red 51. Take a free shuttle to the Arena for a basketball game Sea Madness 52. Participate in Hunger Cleanup 10. Chase – or be chased by – the turkeys 53. Go on a service trip 11. Dance the night away at The Presidential Ball 54. Study abroad 12. Take a trip to a Broadway show 55. Ride the Bridgeport/Port Jeff ferryT 13. Make a donation in support of your Senior Class Gift senior year
25. Get lost looking for any office in Dolan Commons 39. Convince your professor that there is a good reason to and Dolan House have class outside on the first nice day of spring 26. Feel underdressed when you attend an Open VISIONS 40. Play an impromptu game of Frisbee, wiffle ball, or forum at the Quick Center soccer on the quad 2 7. Take your picture with Father von Arx at The 41. Take the Stag bus to Pinkberry Presidential Ball 42. Attend the fall concert 28. Play on an intramural or club team 43. Laugh your head off at a “Your Mom Does Improv” show 44. Go to Colony Grill and eat your entire pizza
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Fairfield United Fairfield University students are granted free admission to Bellarmine Museum of Art LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS Fairfield United is a consortium of different cultural and all athletic events on campus with their StagCard. Publicly inaugurated in the fall of 2010, the Bellarmine Leadership development programs are designed to explore affinity clubs that strives to increase communication and Museum of Art (BMA) is housed in the University’s signature how different leadership theories and models can be ap- collaboration amongst cultural and/or identity-based For more information, visit www.fairfield.edu/athletics, building on campus, Bellarmine Hall. The award-winning plied to students' current roles, civic life, and future careers. student organizations and other student organizations at www.fairfieldstags.com, www.facebook.com/FairfieldUAthletics BMA stewards a rich and varied collection of paintings, Students who enroll in these programs have an immediate, Fairfield University: Alliance; Gender, Sex, and Sexuality and twitter.com/fairfieldstags. sculpture, decorative art objects and works on paper, hands-on opportunity to put into practice the leadership Commons; S.I.S.: Sisters Inspiring Sisters; Umoja; the Afri- including a number of paintings from the Italian Renaissance concepts they have learned. Leadership opportunities are can-American and Caribbean Student Association; SALSA, and Baroque periods; a large selection of historic plaster available to students throughout their four years at Fairfield the Spanish-American Latino Student Association; ASA, the ARTS AND CULTURAL OPPORTUNITIES casts after canonical works from ancient Greece and Rome; University. Asian Student Association; Kadima, and the Muslim Stu- Fairfield takes great pride in the arts and intellectual co- a range of non-Western art objects, including pre-Columbian dent Association, which support the cultural and spiritual curricular programming offered to our students. Engagement figures, Chinese funerary objects from the Han and Tang “This leadership program was one of the greatest experiences lives of Jewish and Muslim students, respectively. with the arts as a change agent in one’s life is an integral Dynasties, and South East Asian sculptures; and 20 objects that I could have possibly had as an incoming freshman. It component of our mission as a Catholic, Jesuit University. from the Celtic, late Antique, Medieval, and Renaissance has taught me about what it means to be a true leader, as periods on loan from the Metropolitan Museum of Art/The well as, how different styles of leadership can be successful. ATHLETICS AND RECREATION Fairfield University is home to numerous performing and Cloisters Museum. The BMA mounts four temporary exhibi- This program has helped me refine my skills as a leader, and The Department of Athletics sponsors and supports the creative arts organizations open to all students. Unlike most tions each year. These shows, which embrace a wide range of ultimately helped me achieve my goal of becoming a Resident intercollegiate athletics program, including 20 varsity universities, students do not need to major or minor in the themes and academic disciplines, are intended to enhance Assistant. I would recommend that everybody interested sports. The Department of Recreation coordinates 25 arts to participate in these organizations. Come join Theatre the museum’s permanent collection by examining artifacts in a leadership position participate in this program. It is a intramural programs, 17 sport clubs, fitness classes Fairfield; University Symphony Orchestra; Gospel Choir; The through an array of viewpoints and divergent perspectives. great opportunity to really step forward and become more and general exercise, and a variety of other recreational Sounds A Cappella Group; Stags TV; Jazz Rock and Blues En- successful in all areas of life.” activities and special events. semble; Your Mom Does Improv, a student-run improv troupe; Thomas J. Walsh Art Gallery David Neubauer ’16, Biology Major Glee Club; and Pep Band! All students are also welcome to The Thomas J. Walsh Art Gallery at the Quick Center for the Intramural Sports sign up for private instrumental and voice lessons as well as Arts seeks to establish direct, interactive and meaningful Visit www.fairfield.edu/leadership for more information. Intramural sports are an integral part of student life at utilize music practice rooms. For information about auditions, connections with students, faculty, and the Fairfield com- Fairfield University. There are more than 25 different private lessons, rehearsal times, introductory meetings, munity. As a practical study laboratory and host to a wide intramural activities, including full seasons or day/week- or anything related to the arts on campus, contact Caitlin range of diverse and multicultural exhibitions, lectures, and RESIDENCE LIFE end tournaments and separate divisions for men, women, Hughes, department coordinator of Visual and Performing educational programming, the gallery plays an extremely The Office of Residence Life strives to create safe living and co-ed participation. Intramurals are administered by Arts, at [email protected]. significant and visible role at Fairfield University – enhanc- and learning communities throughout campus. Fairfield student supervisors and officiated by student employees. ing the academic programs of the Department of Visual and University has many different types of housing including Regina A. Quick Center Performing Arts as well as the cultural programs at the Quick traditional residential halls, suite-style buildings, town- Sport Clubs Want to experience live performances from the best musicians, Center. A trained and dedicated group of adult and student house blocks, apartment complexes, and several private The sport clubs program strives to provide leadership dancers, and actors in the world for less than the price of a volunteers and interns help the Walsh Art Gallery to carry out homes adjacent to campus. Fairfield University guarantees and competitive athletic opportunities for students. These movie ticket? Fairfield University students can purchase tick- both Fairfield’s academic and community mission. and requires on-campus residency for all full-time under- programs provide an excellent avenue for students to ets to Quick Center performances for just $5 with their Stag ID graduates during all four years at Fairfield. The University enhance their knowledge and skills in a specific sport (limited number of tickets per event may apply). For further information on Fairfield’s cultural offerings visit works closely with students to administer the housing lottery through social, cognitive, and physical experiences. www.fairfield.edu/arts. and selection processes, and to create a sense of community As part of the Arts & Minds series, the Quick Center is also and an active, engaged atmosphere in the student residences. Currently, Fairfield University sponsors 17 sport clubs, home to the Open VISIONS Forum, where distinguished Consistent with this, Residence Life has taken steps to including over 550 students. politicians, artists, and journalists, among many others, offer ensure the highest quality of life in the living spaces offered insightful lectures and opportunities for community discus- to students. Varsity Sports sion. In addition, many student ensembles perform at the Quick Center, including Theatre Fairfield, the Glee Club, and the The University sponsors 20 varsity sports, all of which Dance Ensemble. compete at the NCAA Division I level. The varsity program includes nine men’s sports (baseball, basketball, cross country, golf, lacrosse, rowing, soccer, swimming and diving, and tennis) and 11 women’s sports (basketball, cross country, field hockey, golf, lacrosse, rowing, soccer, softball, swimming and diving, tennis, and volleyball). 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CAMPUS MINISTRY Ignatian Family Teach-In for Justice The Ignatian Family Teach-In is a weekend-long program held Campus Ministry is home to a wide variety of clubs, programs, in Washington, D.C. each November promoting awareness, and activities. Campus Ministry also strives to be a welcoming education, dynamic social action, and political advocacy community for all students that respects each student’s around issues of peace and justice throughout the world. personal and spiritual journey. Located on the first floor of Each year a delegation from Fairfield University consisting of the Egan Chapel of St. Ignatius Loyola, the Arrupe Campus students, faculty, and staff join other Jesuit high schools, uni- Ministry Center is home to many service, retreat, and social versities, parishes, and Apostolates. Visit www.fairfield.edu/ justice programs, and is also a space for students of all faith campusministry for updated information. traditions who are interested in exploring and enriching their spiritual lives as well as learning about opportunities for Students for Social Justice service to the broader community. On staff are several full- Students for Social Justice is a dynamic, student-led time Catholic campus ministers and part-time Protestant and group that meets weekly and aims to educate, advocate, Muslim ministers. In addition to directing and coordinating and activate around issues of social justice, to be a voice for programs, all Campus Ministers are available for pastoral the voiceless, and to further enrich Fairfield’s mission in the counseling, spiritual direction, and informal conversations service of faith and the promotion of justice. For more informa- about life issues and challenges. tion, contact their advisor, Jocelyn Collen, M.Div., at [email protected]. Home to the McGrath Commons, the Arrupe Center itself is a gathering place for students who come on a drop-in basis for “Amazing Breaks” Alternative Spring Break Trips conversation, to share ideas, to study and to meet friends, to During spring break, students, faculty, and staff travel for have scheduled meetings on Campus Ministry activities and a week of service and ministry in poverty-stricken areas Hunger Cleanup Campus Ministry works with students, other departments programs, and sometimes to just grab a cup of coffee! All throughout the U.S. These exciting and challenging on campus, as well as organizations off campus, to coordi- are most welcome. To learn more, visit www.fairfield.edu/ Hunger Cleanup has become a major Fairfield tradition. programs seek to embody the University’s commitment to nate retreats such as the Women’s Retreat, the Lord’s Chords campusministry. Approximately 500 students along with faculty, staff, the service of faith and the promotion of justice. alumni, and friends join together for this one-day service Retreat, and Youth Retreats. If students have an idea for a Retreat, Campus Ministry would love to help make it a reality! International Immersion Trips & Pilgrimage Programs event by working at numerous non-profit agencies in Community Service Opportunities surrounding communities. Throughout the year, students have the opportunity to accom- Students can choose an outreach placement that best pany, live, and work with the poor and oppressed of the world reflects their interests/talents, whether it is working with Eucharistic Ministers and Lectors CAREER PLANNING CENTER and those who live on the margins of already marginalized inner-city children, offering hospitality at a soup kitchen, or It is never too soon to start thinking about life after Fairfield! communities. Immersion trips and pilgrimages typically take Student Eucharistic Ministers (EMs) and Lectors are helping revitalize the neighboring city of Bridgeport. That includes evaluating careers, graduate school, and place during the semester breaks in January and May, and integral to Catholic worship and participate in all weekend, service opportunities. This is the time for transfer students occasionally over spring break in March. The programs are Holy Day, and special Masses throughout the academic to identify interests, skills, abilities, and personality traits. open to students of all faith traditions and at all points of their year. Each ministry conducts their own five-week training, The Career Planning Center (CPC) is a great resource to help spiritual journey. More information, including program dates which culminates in a retreat and commissioning weekend. with this! The CPC provides access to assessment inven- and deadlines, is available at www.fairfield.edu/immersion. EMs and Lectors are also given the opportunity to plan and lead lay worship services. tories, career counseling, and assistance with developing resumes. Many students find that asking questions about Retreat Programs future work is closely tied to decisions they will make about majors, minors, and other areas of engagement, both in and LITURGY The Kairos Retreat: A weekend-long, student-led retreat that occurs three times during the academic year. Grounded in outside the classroom and helps them more closely connect Fairfield offers a wide variety of liturgical experiences and opportunities. The three major weekend Masses are Sundays at with faculty and advisors. Also important, thinking about 11 a.m., 6 p.m., and 9 p.m. A group of Jesuit priests rotate through the various Masses (in the chapel and in residence halls) Fairfield’s Ignatian and Catholic traditions, Kairos is open to a future career helps students to truly value their time at as celebrants, offering a variety of preaching and celebration styles. students of all faiths. Students who have already participated in Kairos, whether in college or in high school, are invited to Fairfield, enhancing the college experience in many ways. LITURGICAL MUSIC apply to be retreat leaders. Campus Ministry has a rich liturgical music program with three great options. The first option is to sing with or play instru- For more information, visit the Career Planning Center online ments with the 11 a.m. Mass choir, which consists mostly of alumni. The second and third options are to play an instrument Visit www.fairfield.edu/retreats for more information. at www.fairfield.edu/cpc. or sing with the 6 p.m. choir, Praise Project or the 9 p.m. choir, the Lord's Chords. These are groups of more than 20 students who sing and play various instruments. New members are always welcome to both groups. Students can check in with either group after any mass to join.
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DISABILITY SUPPORT SERVICES COUNSELING & BARONE CAMPUS CENTER SPIRIT SHOP (AND TOWN BOOKSTORE) Disability Support Services (DSS) is a confidential service PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES The John A. Barone Campus Center (BCC) is the focal point Follett operates the Stag Spirit Shop on the second floor of for all students, both undergraduate and graduate, at- Counseling & Psychological Services (C&PS) is a confidential of student life on campus. The first floor contains a large, the BCC where students can purchase apparel, stationery, tending Fairfield University. DSS meets with all students service for full-time undergraduate students. Graduate open lounge equipped with wireless access to the campus gifts, school supplies, computer accessories, gift cards, with disabilities each semester to collaboratively create an students may utilize this service for a single session to network; the StagCard office, the University radio station snacks, and health and beauty items. The store also offers accessibility plan for coursework while attending Fairfield coordinate a referral. Fairfield’s counseling center is (WVOF-FM 88.5); the Commuter Club; IRHA; the student care packages, fax, and shipping services. University. accredited by the International Association of Counseling yearbook, The Manor; the Office of Student Diversity Pro- Services (IACS) and provides individual and group psycho- grams; the Office of Residence Life; the Fairfield University The Fairfield University Bookstore is located at 1499 Post Services include one-on-one sessions with a member of the therapy by professional psychotherapists to help students Student Association (FUSA); and offices for student clubs Road in downtown Fairfield. Course materials can be pur- staff focused on time management, organization and plan- deal with adjustment issues, mood disorders, relationship and organizations around its perimeter. chased there or online at www.fairfield.edu/bookstore. ning, study skills improvement, effective note taking and problems, family issues, and emotional distress. communications skills. To learn more about the comprehen- Meeting rooms are located on the second floor, and a large The store offers a variety of options for textbooks, including sive services offered by DSS, please call (203) 254-4000, Services offered include psychological counseling, crisis multi-function room, the Oak Room, is located on the third textbook rental, digital books, and new/used books. Books ext. 2615, or visit www.fairfield.edu/dss. intervention, psychiatric services, and substance abuse floor. The Office of Conference & Event Management is on the ordered through the website can be picked up at the Stag assessment and treatment, including Choices, Eating Disorder second floor, and the Offices of the Vice President for Student Spirit Shop, downtown bookstore, or shipped to your home for Treatment and Referral, and Sexual Assault Response. Affairs, the Dean of Students, and Dining Services are located a small fee. on the fourth floor. The BCC is also the location for: To learn more about the comprehensive services offered by The bookstore sells a large selection of general reading books, C&PS, call (203) 254-4000, ext. 2146 or visit www.fairfield. ATM stationery, greeting cards, convenience items, clothing, and edu/lifeatfairfield/healthsafety/counselingpsychological An automated teller machine (ATM), operated by Bank of novelty and gift items. The campus shuttle makes regular services. America, is located on the second floor near the Spirit Shop. stops at the bookstore. Two other ATMs, operated by Personal Care America Federal Credit Union, are located in the Gonzaga Auditorium lobby The downtown bookstore also houses a Starbucks Café where and The Levee. students can study, unwind, or attend one of the many events PLAN FOR LIFE AFTER FAIRFIELD held there, including live music on Fridays. First Year • Visit the Career Planning Center to meet with • Practice interviewing techniques with Career staff, talk about goals, aspirations, and how to Planning Counselors and take advantage of mock best utilize the center over the next four years interviews with real employers • Look for a job on campus or volunteer to gain • Attend career planning workshops work experience • Attend the fall and spring Career Fairs to meet employers and learn about career opportunities Sophomore Year • Make an appointment with a Career Planning Senior Year Counselor and consider taking a “self-assessment • Fine-tune resume by adding summer jobs and senior inventory” such as Myers-Briggs or the Strong classes Interest Survey • Hone interviewing techniques and participate in • Begin drafting a resume real interviews • Register with Experience, Fairfield’s online • Read the Stags4Hire calendar daily to learn of recruiting system. Students can search for jobs, new opportunities internships, information on career fairs, and submit resumes to jobs and internships of interest • Attend the fall and spring Career Fairs to meet employers and learn about career opportunities Junior Year • Continuously update resume on Stags4Hire • Continue developing resume with a Career • Apply for specific jobs and secure a position Planning Counselor • Continue to take advantage of the Career Planning • Upload resume to Experience to explore Center’s resources after graduation summer internships
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COMMUTER LOUNGE HEALTH CENTER LUCY KATZ DIALOGUE & RESOLUTION Phone: (203) 254-4069 The Commuter Lounge is located in the lower lobby area of The Health Center promotes healthy living and provides PROGRAM E-mail: [email protected] the campus center. medical care for common health problems. Health care is Peer mediation is a voluntary program in which trained Facebook: www.facebook.com/#!/StudentComputing provided by our physician and a staff of nurse practitioners student mediators help other students resolve conflicts. Twitter: @Fairfield_ITS4U DINING and registered nurses. A nurse practitioner is an 'Advanced The mediators facilitate communication and help explore The BCC offers a range of dining options including the Main Practice Registered Nurse' licensed to manage common ill- new ideas. The parties to the conflict make all final deci- Student Computing Help Desk: Dining Room located on the fourth floor, and Einstein Bros nesses and prescribe medication. The Health Center is open sions about the outcome. www.fairfield.edu/its/its4uhelpdesk Bagels and the Stag Snack Bar on the third floor. daily when classes are in session. Services provided include Phone: (203) 254-4069, Option 1 • The Main Dining Room features a deli, grill, create-a- the diagnosis and treatment of minor illnesses and injuries, Students create their own solutions with the mediator’s E-mail: [email protected] meal and vegetarian stations, salad and pasta bars, allergy shots, a women’s clinic, the ordering of laboratory guidance. For more information visit www.fairfield.edu/ desserts, a frozen yogurt station, and a self-serve ice tests, and prescription medicines when needed. Students mediation. cream freezer. who have prescriptions from their private healthcare pro- PUBLIC SAFETY • Einstein Bros Bagels wrote the book on bagels, and vider for long-term conditions should arrange to have these Open 24 hours per day, 365 days per year, the Department also has some of the best coffee and espresso. They prescriptions filled at a local pharmacy prior to coming to INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES of Public Safety is authorized to prevent, investigate, and feature freshly prepared deli sandwiches, breakfast egg Fairfield University. (ITS) report any violations of state or federal law and/or Fairfield sandwiches, and delicious baked snacks and sweets. Fairfield University supports Windows-based and Macin- University policies and regulations on campus. Students • The Stag Snack Bar is open year-round with outside In the case of a medical emergency, students will be tosh computers on the campus network, as well as allowing can report any potential criminal act or emergency to any dining during the spring, summer, and fall. The Snack Bar transported to a local hospital for care. Bridgeport Hospital mobile devices such as smartphones, tablets, and gaming officer or representative of the department. Public Safety offers students many dining options, including a grill, and Saint Vincent’s Hospital both serve Fairfield University devices to be connected. officers patrol the campus in cars, on foot, and on bicycles. pizzeria, convenience items, and deli. students. Referrals to medical specialists may be made Officers are trained as emergency medical technicians through the Health Center. ITS offers computer, networking, and wireless resources to (EMTs), and Public Safety is the first-responder for medical INFORMATION DESK all students, faculty, and staff to maximize the use of tech- emergencies on campus. The Information Desk, located on the second floor of the All full-time undergraduate students are eligible to use the nological innovations in learning and business processes. BCC, is staffed during the day for personal assistance to services of the Health Center. There is no visit fee for eligible The ITS4U Help Desk offers free support with various issues Public Safety encourages all members of the community to visitors, students, faculty, and staff. students. such as wireless connectivity, warranty-covered hardware practice basic crime prevention practices by leaving valuables replacements (HP and Apple), malware protection and at home, always locking doors, and traveling with friends. MAILROOM cleanup, and limited software support for student-owned All full-time undergraduate students are assigned a STUDENT DIVERSITY PROGRAMS computers. Public Safety officers perform a number of other services on campus mailbox. This information will be sent to students’ The Office of Student Diversity Programs seeks to develop campus including an escort service, coordinating security Gmail accounts over the summer. Student mailboxes and and implement programs and services that will increase Additionally, all Fairfield University students have access needs for campus events, and parking enforcement. the mailroom are located in the BCC, second level. Window the engagement of students in activities that promote and to free, on-demand, 24/7/365 technical training through hours are Monday through Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 3:55 p.m. foster an inclusive living and learning community. Stu- lynda.com. To access lynda.com, log in to the my.Fairfield. The department also sponsors personal safety and defense dents will obtain a greater understanding and appreciation edu portal and click on the lynda.com icon in the QuickLinks workshops. Students can even participate in a ride-along The mailroom offers a full range of postal services of diversity, multiculturalism, and social justice through section. From there you'll be able to search training classes program. For more information, visit www.fairfield.edu/ (e.g., stamps, mailing packages, etc.). Cash and StagBucks participation and celebration in a variety of activities. The on subjects ranging from Microsoft Excel to Adobe Photo- publicsafety. are accepted. Mailing supplies such as envelopes and office works with student organizations, faculty, and other shop and more! packing tape can be purchased in the Spirit Shop. The University offices to further integrate diversity into devel- To report any emergency, students should call ext. 4090 or University’s mailing address format is: opmental and social programs for students. As a result, the Students are welcome to visit the ITS4U Help Desk (203) 254-4090. Student Name office establishes meaningful relationships with students Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m.-7p.m. Box # in order to effectively address their needs, interests, and Located in the Library - Main Level Room 215 Fairfield University concerns. 1073 North Benson Road Contact the Help Desk by visiting my.Fairfield.edu, and click Fairfield, CT 06824 on the ITS4U Help Desk tab on far right. Note: To expedite delivery, do not use ‘P.O. Box’, use ‘Box.’ For information on purchasing a new computer visit www.fairfield.edu/its/its4uhelpdesk/.
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TRANSPORTATION Additional Transportation Options Off-Campus Shuttle • The town’s cab service is conveniently located at the Fairfield University provides a daily off-campus shuttle Fairfield Metro-North Station. Call the Red Dot Taxi service that departs from the campus center. The shuttle service at (203) 330-1003. service goes to numerous locations along the Post Road • CT Limo provides service to New York airports. They can including the Fairfield University Bookstore, Super Stop & be reached at (800) 472-5466. Shop, and CVS, as well as to the Fairfield train station. • Metro-North Railroad offers train service south to New York City and north to New Haven. For fare and schedule In addition, on weekends the shuttle runs service to the information visit new.mta.info/mnr. Trumbull Shopping Mall and movie theatres. The shuttles • Amtrak offers train service up and down the East are handicapped accessible. Schedules for the campus Coast. Stations are located in nearby Bridgeport and shuttle are posted in the campus center and at Stamford, which can be accessed via Metro-North. www.fairfield.edu/lifeatfairfield/studentservices/ Visit Amtrak.com for details. transportationparking.
Connect by Hertz The Connect by Hertz program offers qualified drivers ages 18 years and up environmentally friendly vehicles to rent at a low rate. For more information about Connect by Hertz, or to enroll in the program, visit www.connectbyhertz.com and select Fairfield University from the drop-down menu.
ALUMNI RELATIONS AND STUDENT SAA also works hand-in-hand with “Stags Give Back,” Fair- PHILANTHROPY field's Student Philanthropy organization. Stags Give Back Students don't have to wait until they receive their diplomas seeks to raise awareness of the importance that philan- to visit Alumni House! The Office of Alumni Relations and thropy plays on our campus and the critical role of alumni in the Alumni Board of Directors support numerous programs shaping our student experience. This committee of students on campus and throughout the country such as network- plans events such as the President's Dinner series and ing events, career development programming, and a job Free Coffee Days, and develops fun and innovative ways to shadow program. These events enable students to connect market the important message of giving back. with alumni in various fields and make career connections before graduation. Stop by today or visit www.fairfield.edu/ Together, SAA and Stags Give Back also host “Stag Pride alumni - to find out more! Day” each spring. The two groups work to educate their peers on the importance of giving back with their time, Alumni House is also home to the Student Alumni Associa- talent, and financial support. The easiest thing students tion (SAA). This campus organization of 50 current student can do to give back is have pride in being a Stag! Members leaders works to “bridge the gap” between students and from both organizations also have the unique opportunity alumni by bringing alumni back to campus for networking to attend and staff special alumni events such as Reunion events and social opportunities. Connections made through Weekend and chapter networking events. SAA have resulted in internships and full-time jobs after graduation and life-long mentor connections! SAA is also Stags Give Back and SAA are great ways to make new active in the community, sponsoring the Teddy Bears with friends, network with alumni, and make a positive impact Love Drive, which has donated over 16,000 teddy bears to on a student's life. To find out more, e-mail SAA at charities, hosting a “Holiday Mail for Heroes” event with the [email protected] or Stags Give Back at American Red Cross, and campus service initiatives like [email protected]. Hunger Cleanup.
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MEAL PLANS CREDIT UNION Fairfield University students living in one of the University’s Personal Care America Federal Credit Union offers a residence halls - Faber Hall, 70 McCormick Road, Campion, wide range of financial products and services that can Claver, Gonzaga, Jogues, Kostka, Loyola, or Regis – are re- be accessed on campus in Gonzaga Hall or online. quired to participate in a meal plan. The 14 + 100 Meal Plan is • Savings accounts (several different types) the standard meal plan into which all students are • Free checking accounts enrolled. This meal plan provides 14 meals per week in the • Visa branded Debit/ATM card Main Dining Room of the John A. Barone Campus Center, along • ATMs located in The Levee and Gonzaga Hall with 100 Dining Dollars for the semester for discretionary use • Electronic payments (ACH) in the Stag Snack Bar, Einstein Bros Bagels, or to purchase a • Online account access Guest Meal in the Main Dining Room. • Mobile phone app • Check cashing on campus For information about other meal plan options, visit • A wide variety of loan products www.fairfielddiningservices.com. Visit the Credit Union Web site for more information at www.pcafcu.com.
At Fairfield University, we know that the cost of a private to be sure they are aware of all the financial aid options college education is an important financial investment available to achieve their educational goals. Funds are and a major decision for students and their families. The awarded on the basis of both merit and need to supple- value of this investment will be realized in many ways over ment the resources of students and their families. In the a student’s lifetime. Fairfield administers a comprehensive last several years, Fairfield has increased its financial distribution of financial aid, using its own financial resources, aid budget by 33 percent, so students of all economic state and federal funds, and private programs. backgrounds can attend.
From the time of admission to Fairfield until graduation, Fairfield’s financial aid counselors will work with students TUITION INSURANCE As the cost of education increases, Fairfield University wants to be sure that every student and family considers PAYMENT DEADLINES taking advantage of a Tuition Refund Plan (TRP). Tuition July 1 insurance is a voluntary insurance plan intended to Fall semester bills sent via e-bill to all students and minimize the financial loss a student will incur if she/he is authorized users forced to withdraw from school due to a serious illness or August 1 accident. This results in a loss of a student’s invested Payment due for fall semester. Last day for receipt time in studies, plus a loss of the costs associated with of enrollment or contract changes in the monthly the semester’s tuition, room, and board charges. Fairfield payment plan (deadline subject to change) wants to encourage families to consider purchasing December tuition insurance prior to the start of freshman year in Spring semester bills sent via e-bill to all students and order to help potentially defray these costs. To learn more authorized users about tuition insurance, visit www.collegerefund.com/apps or call A.W.G. Dewar at (617) 774-1555. January 1 Payment due in full for spring semester To learn more about the many resources available to finance a college education visit www.fairfield.edu/finaid.
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PAYMENT PLAN OFFICE OF THE BURSAR’S HANDLING OF PARENT/GUARDIAN COMMUNICATION PARENT/GUARDIAN INVOLVEMENT HigherOne® administers a monthly payment plan for ANTICIPATED LOAN PROCEEDS AND CONTACT INFORMATION Parents can get involved too! The Parents’ Committee Fairfield University. The tuition payment plan offers the The Office of the Bursar will allow for deferment of payment Parents/Guardians are asked to provide specific contact is a group of current and former parents who work with opportunity to pay all or part of annual tuition and/or room on a semester bill in the amount of the anticipated receipt information so the University can send the Fairfield Univer- the University to engage other parents in a variety of and board, townhouse or apartment complex fees, interest of a Direct Stafford Loan disbursement. sity Magazine, the Parents’ e-newsletter, and invitations projects such as regional parent gatherings, welcome calls free,* in 10 payments beginning June 1 and requires 10 to regional and campus events. The University does not to parents of transfer students, attendance at University monthly payments each totaling 1/10th of the original For the fall semester, the deferment will be allowed until e-mail parents/guardians very often, however, in times of events, and contacting parents in support of The Parents’ amount owed under the plan. No interest (0% APR) is September 30. For the spring semester, the deferment is emergency or when other important information needs to Fund. For more information on the Parents’ Committee, charged under the tuition payment plan. extended until February 28. be communicated in a timely fashion, e-mail has proven please e-mail [email protected]. very efficient and effective. Please note: Students can only budget tuition and/or room If the loan funds are received by the University later than and board, townhouse or apartment complex fees through the end of the deferment periods noted above, and a A Parent/Guardian Information form should be completed PARENT/GUARDIAN NOTIFICATION POLICY this program; all other fees are due and payable directly to balance is still due the University, a late fee of a minimum by August 15 . The form is located in the Transfer Student AND STUDENT PRIVACY Fairfield University for the fall semester on August 1 and of $50 per semester or a maximum of 1% per month on Checklist at www.fairfield.edu/transferstudent. Call toll free Fairfield University’s official Parental Notification Policy for the spring semester on January 1. The last possible the outstanding balance will be assessed. To avoid the late at (877) 748-5123 or e-mail [email protected] with as well as our Family Educational Rights and Privacy date for plan enrollment is August 1, and no applications fee as it relates to the Direct Loan(s), students must have any questions. Act are in the Student Handbook online at or budget increases can be made after that date. Payment submitted all financial aid application materials to the www.fairfield.edu/media/fairfielduniversitywebsite/ plan accounts must be renewed yearly. Office of Financial Aid by the published deadline(s), and documents/student/sl_sthandbook.pdf. must have completed an online Direct Loan Master Prom- PARENT/GUARDIAN E-NEWSLETTER Sallie Mae forwards payments to Fairfield University on issory Note no later than June 1. Students are encouraged Student Affairs produces a monthly electronic newsletter The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) is a monthly basis, approximately 30 days after they have to submit all loan applications as early as possible. especially for parents and guardians. The Currents – a federal law that applies to students attending college. In been paid. Parents e-newslettter keeps parents/guardians informed general, FERPA transfers the right of access to records from Students and parents/guardians are invited to contact the of general campus news and events. Parents/Guardians the parent to the son or daughter once the son or daughter For additional information, please call HigherOne toll Office of Financial Aid for more information about loans, or will automatically begin receiving the newsletter in August attends college. What this essentially means is that sons and free at (800) 635-0120 or visit them online at may apply online at www.fairfield.edu/loans. provided they submit their e-mail information. daughters, as college students, have the right under FERPA tuitionpaymentplan.com. to expect that their educational records, including grades and Office of the Bursar disciplinary matters, will be held in confidence and not shared * All available plans and applicable payment options, McAuliffe Hall, Room 301 with anyone, including his or her parents or guardians. fees, and disclosures will be presented during enrollment. Telephone: (203) 254-4000 An application fee and other fees may apply. Extensions: 2410, 4102, 2165 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.fairfield.edu/bursar OFFICE OF FINANCIAL AID: FINANCIAL AID MANAGEMENT Office of Financial Aid Students can view financial aid awards, required docu- Aloysius P. Kelley, S.J. Center ments, payment history, financial aid counselor contacts, Telephone: (203) 254-4125 and more in my.Fairfield.edu. It is expected that students E-mail: [email protected] will regularly check my.Fairfield.edu and University e-mail Web: www.fairfield.edu/finaid accounts for important financial aid correspondence and requests. For aid sources such as loans, work-study, grants Banking and scholarships, students should refer to specific pro- Area banks will be present at the University’s Marketplace gram requirements at www.fairfield.edu/finaid. event during Orientation and Fall Welcome. Students will have the opportunity to sign up for a variety of banking services at that time.
See Credit Union information page 27.
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This prohibition includes even confirming that a student has STUDENT CONVERSATIONS visited the Health Center or Counseling & Psychological Going off to college is an important rite of passage for both Services. Students may provide written authorization for students and their families. To assist in this transition the release of information, but releases are done on a period, following are important conversation topics that per-incident basis. parents/guardians are encouraged to discuss with their student before coming to campus in the fall. Exceptions to rules regarding confidentiality exist and a University official or hospital professional will attempt to Academic Performance contact a parent or guardian when a student’s life is at Talk about expectations for academic performance. What imminent risk either for medical or psychological reasons. is important in regards to performance? Concentrate the conversation on learning, and not solely on grades. Make Additional questions regarding Fairfield University’s this a routine and frequent topic of conversation, and not notification procedures may be directed to the Office of just when grade reports come out. Discuss the importance the Dean of Students, or to the specific office involved of engagement with courses, faculty, and co-curricular (e.g., the Office of the Registrar, the Health Center, experiences. Trust they are making good choices around Counseling & Psychological Services, the office of the their curriculum with the support of their academic advisor. student’s academic dean).
Financial Considerations Are there expectations for the student to contribute financially to their education? How much spending money should students allocate themselves each week? What STAY CONNECTED should students know about their own budget? Discuss Like us at methods of cash flow including banks used, credit www.facebook.com/fairfielduniversityparents cards, debt, loans assumed and by whom, and student There are exceptions to this right of confidentiality, Obviously, parents and guardians want to know how their employment (on or off campus). including but not limited to situations where the University sons and daughters are doing academically. Fairfield determines that a health or safety emergency warrants strongly encourages parents to ask their students directly communication without a student’s consent. for this information. This can be done in the broader context of a conversation about how their son or daughter is doing In general, Fairfield University will determine on a case- both in class and outside the classroom. by-case basis whether to contact a parent or guardian in relation to an injury or medical condition requiring hospital- Similar to academic records, a student’s disciplinary ization. Fairfield University will always encourage students records are confidential, and as a general rule, the University to contact parents or guardians themselves in the event of does not release information related to a student conduct hospitalization. If the student’s life is at risk or in the event proceeding without the express permission of the student. of a medical transportation to a local hospital for alcohol Exceptions to this include communications to selected intoxication, Fairfield University will make reasonable at- Fairfield University personnel. Exceptions also exist tempts to contact a parent or guardian. if a student is found responsible for a violation of the University’s drug or alcohol policies, or has to be hospitalized A student’s grades are made available electronically and for intoxication. In those circumstances, a parent or guardian directly to the student through . Fairfield University oper- will be notified. A parent or guardian will also be notified ates on the presumption that a student’s academic records, if the student is placed on disciplinary probation. Fairfield including grades, are not to be shared without the express University officials will actively encourage students to be in written permission of the student and only students can communication with parents and guardians throughout the turn in the records release form. Exceptions include the entire processing of any judicial matter. student’s academic advisor and selected Fairfield University staff. Consistent with state and federal law, both the Health Center and Counseling & Psychological Services are prohibited from sharing a student’s medical or counseling records with anyone absent the express written consent of the student.
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Social Life and Alcohol Share expectations for their social behavior. Alcohol is a factor in college life; in fact, it is a factor for many students before they come to college. Discuss the responsibility that comes with the freedoms afforded during college. Discuss expectations for balancing social life with academic demands. Share the consequences should students not live up to expectations (i.e., miss classes, do poorly on exams, incur residence hall damage fees, be documented and have a hearing with the Office of the Dean of Students, etc.). Share the resources available (on campus and at home) should they need support and help.
Travel Expectations How often do parents/guardians expect students to travel home? Are there specific occasions when it is important that they are present? What about other travel with college and/or high school friends? Share expectations about Health Care Freedom and Responsibility ALUMNI & FAMILY WEEKEND communicating travel plans, in particular, weekend travel Talk about their health insurance coverage: Discuss the many new freedoms that come with moving away not associated with visits home. Families and alumni are invited to campus in October • Provide them with their own health insurance card to college, including how most of their time is now theirs to for Alumni & Family Weekend, a Fairfield tradition with a • Let them know if there are specific labs or pharmacies structure. How might they balance this newfound freedom Living in a Residence Hall Community variety of activities and events for students, alumni, and to use with their responsibilities? Discuss their responsibility to families. A typical schedule of events includes a welcome by Many students have had a single bedroom at home, often • Let them know if an insurance referral/approval is family as a result of the privilege of higher education. Share Fairfield University President Jeffrey P. von Arx, S.J., athletic with their own bathroom. At college, students share a needed to see a specialist the trust in their decision-making thus far and their proven events and clinics, Exploring Fairfield Sessions highlight- room with one or two peers and a bathroom with 30-35 • Talk about how to access medical care when needed ability to make good decisions. ing exciting changes happening on campus, a special Univer- hallmates. Discuss realistic expectations of the roommate • Remind them the University Student Health Center is sity Mass, the popular Glee Club Concert, and more! experience and the openness necessary to living in a space open seven days per week during the semester Saying Goodbye with someone who is different from them. Discuss expec- • Instruct them to call Public Safety at ext. 4090 for a Take a moment before even packing to say goodbye as a The 2014 Alumni & Family Weekend is October 24-26. tations about having guests stay in their room (Fairfield medical emergency on campus family. Do something that is traditional for the family to Registration and event information will be available University prohibits opposite gender guests from staying • Inform them that the local hospitals are St. Vincent's engage in prior to leaving for college – go to a favorite family in September. Call Student Programs & Leadership over). Are students prepared to do their own laundry? Clean and Bridgeport Hospital restaurant, have a board game tournament, visit a park Development at (203) 254-4053 for more information their room? Extend hospitality to people who are different • Discuss expectations for communications regarding for a family barbeque, watch favorite home videos, etc. Be or visit www.fairfield.edu/afw. from themselves? How might students assert themselves medical treatment or concerns particularly attentive to siblings and visit the places where with their roommate/floormates, particularly when their the family engaged in fun memories! The day students move decisions are counter-cultural to their peers? Communication into college is a busy one and can be a difficult time to say a TOWN OF FAIRFIELD How often, when, and by what methods do you expect to proper goodbye. Co-curricular Life The historic, shoreline town of Fairfield offers a peaceful communicate? When a problem arises, what is expected oasis for study and recreation. Families and students can Studies show that students are more satisfied and do in resolving conflicts independently at college? How can enjoy all the town has to offer, plus they can hop on a train better when they are involved in the co-curricular life at parents/guardians empower (through communication) and – in less than an hour – arrive in New York City to take college. Talk about what they might continue to be involved students to engage in the resources available on campus in a Broadway show or head east and soak in the vibrancy in from their high school experiences and what new to independently cope with adversity? What do parents/ of historic New Haven. activities they might engage in at college. Discuss how guardians hope to hear from students regarding their col- their co-curricular activity choices might assist them in lege experience? Parents/guardians should share why they Have a little more time? Students can cheer on the Boston developing their global citizenship. might need to say ‘no’ in order for students to best make the Red Sox at Fenway, jump on a ski lift at majestic Mt. Tom, transition into independent adulthood. or catch a wave on the beaches of Rhode Island! For more information about the Town of Fairfield, including places to stay and eat, visit www.fairfield.edu/hr/livingworkinginfair- field/fairfieldandneighboringtowns/.
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We all woke up early to avoid leaving late. A D She advised me to come out of my shell, step out of my dorm. OA A S R B O NE 51 52 IN M R c M Of course I was surly that check-in was at eight! E 55 MAIN ENTRANCE IN C M R A LL When my dorm was all settled, I looked at my guide. I was still upset when I found my RA BE 47 P P I panicked to see it was time for good-bye. Who could tell right away I was far from okay. D P My parents couldn’t leave, no way, ‘twas too soon! She brought me to her room, and heard all my cries. D A P Parking They smiled and hugged me, saying “We’ll miss you!” She reassured me it would all be alright. ROAD O R
They got in their car and drove out of sight, “You only just got here,” she said with a smile, N O S While I stayed behind in nervous freshman fright. “You’re still meeting people, it’ll just be a while. N BE H I realized the sad truth that they already knew; This place is so new, but the world’s not at an end. 50 RT 48 NO For me, mom and dad had done all they could do. Each and every day you’re making new friends.”
49 I already missed home, and my dog, and my bed, I knew they were right; I should just hold on tight. And I stressed over questions Rome was not built in one day. that remained unasked and unsaid. If I gave Fairfield a chance, past a first glance If I opened my door I would soon find my way. Would I make friends on my floor? 1. Kelley (Aloysius P.) , S.J. 7. Jesuit Community Center 18. 1036 North Benson Road 33. Alumni Softball Field I kept going to events that made me content 1. K elleyCenter (Aloysius P.), S.J. 7. Jesuit(St. Ignatius Community Hall) Center 19.18. 1052 1036 North North Benson Benson Road Road 34. 36. Campion Jogues Hall And in my classes, would I do well? Where I met more freshmen like me. Center Offices for Undergraduate 8. (St Dolan. Ignatius (Charles Hall) F.) 20.19. 10831052 North North Benson Benson Road Road 35. 3 7. 70 Bar McCormickone (John Road & Rose) Offices for Undergraduate 8. Dolan (Charles F.) 20. 1083 North Benson Road House As I stood there in worry and Graduate Admission, School of Business 21. McAuliffe Hall 36. Jogues Hall FUSA planned events for students to attend andFinancial Graduate Aid, Admission, Registrar, Sc hoolCenter of forBusiness Applied Ethics 21. McA Schooluliffe of Hall Engineering, 3 7.38. Barone Regis (JohnHall & Rose) A girl came up in a hurry And the Gonzaga movie was always something to see. FinancialCareer Planning, Aid, Registrar, StagCard, 9. QuickCenter (Regina for Applied A.) Ethics Bursar,Bursar, Offices Offices for for Finance, Finance, 39. House Gonzaga Hall Career Planning, 9. Quick (Regina A.) Purchasing and Central Stag Statue And said “Hey! I’m Courtney, Student Support, Center for the Arts Purchasing and Central 38. Regis Hall StudenAcademict Support, Engagement Cent Aloysiuser for the P. Kelley, Arts S.J. ReceivingReceiving 39. 40. Gonzaga PepsiCo Hall Theatre Your new NSL!” I hung out in the lounge 2. LoyolaAcademic Hall Engagement AloysiusTheatre, P.Thomas Kelley, J. S.J. Walsh 22.22. AlumniAlumni House House 41. Stag Earl yStatue Learning Center 2. L oyola Public Hall Safety, Ignatian TheatrGallery,e, Wien Thomas Theatre/ J. Walsh AlumniAlumni Relations Relations Office Office 40. 42. PepsiCo Southwell Theatre Hall With whomever was around. PublicResidential Safety, College, Ignatian GBlackallery, Box Wien Theatre/ 23.23. The The Levee Levee 41. Early The Learning Kathryn Center P. Koslow She brought me to a shady spot by a tree, I slowly came out of my shell. ResidentialLukacs Gallery College, 10. DiMenna-NyseliusBlack Box Library 24.24. LessingLessing Field Field 42. Southwell Family Hall Counseling Center 3. Canisius Hall Center for Academic 25. Tennis Courts The Kathryn P. Koslow I had been sorted into something called I was going out more Lukacs Gallery 10. DiMenna-Nyselius Library 25. Tennis Courts 43. President’s House 3. Canisius College Hall of Arts and CenterExcellence, for Academic Information 26.26. Walsh Walsh (Thomas (Thomas J.), J.), Jr. Jr. 44. BarlFamilyow FieldCounseling Center “Group Seventeen”. With people from my dorm CollegeSciences, of Arts Graduate and EServicesxcellence, Office Information AthleticAthletic Center Center 43. 45. President’s Maintenance House Complex School of Education 11. Bannow (Rudolph F.) 2 7. Alumni Field 44. Barlow Field We sat in a circle and all said our names And calling home happy as well. Sciences, Graduate Services Office 2 7. Rafferty Stadium 46. Bellarmine Pond Scandhool Allied of Education Professions, 11. BannoSciencew (RudolphCenter F.) 28.28. StudentStudent Townhouse Townhouse 45. 4 7. Maintenance Faber Hall Complex We went over rules and played icebreaker games. Centerand A lliedfor Faith Professions, & Public 12. ScienceSchool of Cent Nursinger ComplexComplex 46. 48. Bellarmine St. Robert’s Pond House Life, Center for Catholic 13. Barone (John A.) 29. Alumni Diamond 4 7. 42 Bellarmine Road I was still very scared, but this put me at ease. I realized all along I had been doing just fine. Center for Faith & Public School of Engineering 29. Alumni Diamond 49. Jesuit Residence, Life,Studies Center for Catholic 12. ScCampushool of Center Nursing 30.30. DolanDolan Campus Campus 48. St. Robert’s611 Holland House Hill Road This cute little group was called “FYE”. Although I missed high school, I just needed some time. 4. DonnarummaStudies Hall 13. Bar Oakone Room, (John MainA.) Dining . A.A Dolan Dolan (John (John C.) C.) Hall Hall 49. 50. Jesuit Jesuit Residence, Residence, Carl & Dorothy Bennett Hall, Bookstore, Jazzman’s Student Health Center 611 Holland Hill Road Homesickness will happen, I assure you it’s true. 4. Donnarumma Hall Campus Center Student Health Center 55 Barlow Road CarlCenter & D orothyfor Judaic Bennett Studies OakCafé, Room, Snack Main Bar andDining . B.B Dolan Dolan (David (David J.) J.) House House 50. 51. Jesuit Hopkins Residence, Pond Offices for FUSA, WVOF, 55 Barlow Road There were lots of activities to do that first night, But give your new life a chance and you will pull through. 5. EganCenter Chapel for Judaic of Studies H all, Bookstore, Einstein Bros UniversityStudy Abr Collegeoad 52. The Village St. Ignatius Loyola Residence Life, Diversity, Study Abroad 51. Hopkins Pond 5. Egan Chapel of Bagels, Snack Bar and . C Dolan (Thomas F.) . A 51 McInnes Road There was a trivia game, a scavenger hunt, At first college is scary, but it’s all just a face. Pedro Arrupe, S.J. Campus and Student Affairs C. Dolan (Thomas F.) 52. The Village St. Ignatius Loyola Offices for FUSA, WVOF, Commons . B Kostka Hall and a neon party with glow-lights. Fairfield University is a really great place! Ministry Center 14. Alumni Hall – Sports Arena Commons A. 51 McInnes Road 6. BellarminePedro Arrupe, Hall S.J. Campus 15. QuickResidence (Leslie Life,C.), Jr. StagCard, OfficesOffices for for Computing Information & B.C Kostka. Claver Hall Hall I texted a girl I met at Orientation, MinisPresidenttry Center & Executive RecreationDiversity, andComplex Student Affairs NetworkTechnology Services, Services, Human Human C.D Claver. 47 Mahan Hall Road We met up and talked about summer vacation. Adapted from the poem, 6. Bellar Offices,mine HallAdvancement, 14.16. Alumni Berchmans Hall Hall– Sports – Arena Resources,Resources, Design Design & & 53. CentrD. 47al Mahan Utility Road Facility President & Executive 15. Quick (Leslie C.), Jr. Digital Print Services 54. Fr. Brissette Athletic Center “Twas the Night Before Christmas” by Clement Moore Marketing and Fairfield Prep Digital Print Services 53. Central Utility Facility The next day was filled with FYE events non-stop Offices,Communications, Advancement, 1 7. RXavierecreation Hall Complex– Fairfield Prep 31.31. UniversityUniversity Field Field 54. 55. Fr. Gr Brissetteauert Field Athletic Center MarkBellarmineeting and Museum 16. Ber Universitychmans Hall Media – Center 32.32. BasketballBasketball Courts Courts 55. Grauert Field Communications, Fairfield Prep 33. Alumni Softball Field Bellarmine Museum 1 7. Xavier Hall – Fairfield Prep 34. Campion Hall University Media Center 35. 70 McCormick Road
Transfer Student Guide www.fairfield.edu WHAT TO BRING TO CAMPUS Students should bring things that will help make the • Laundry detergent residence halls feel like home, but they shouldn’t bring too • Dryer sheets much! • Dishwashing detergent • Cold or allergy medicine Note: Bring a minimal number of boxes/containers to reduce • Bandages the amount of trash generated during move-in. • Prescription medicines • Tylenol/Ibuprofen Clothing • Digital thermometer In addition to everyday-wear, following are suggested items • Health Insurance Card to bring: • Lock box for controlled medications • One or two dressy outfits and shoes for more formal affairs (The Presidential Ball is held in September!) For School • Work-out clothes and shoes • Computer (laptop, with lock, recommended) • Bathing suit • Storage device (CD/RW or memory stick) • Light jacket and rainwear • Binders, folders, paper, pens, pencils • Winter coat and accessories • Dictionary, thesaurus • Backpack/bookbagand personal planner Room Good Things to Have Students should consult with their roommate(s). Rooms will Think about daily activities and hobbies and pack items not accommodate multiple TVs, stereos, or other large items. such as: Following is a list of suggested, not required, items: • Access to money • Comforter/bedspread/pillow (i.e., bank account, bank card, credit card, etc.) • Bed linens for an extra-long twin bed • Umbrella • Clothes hangers • Key ring • Drinking glass/mug, a few dishes/bowls, and utensils • Camera • Poster putty/blue painter’s tape • Batteries • Plastic containers with lids for storage (stackable • Flashlight containers are good) • Sports/recreation equipment • Headphones (so music does not bother others) (also available at the RecPlex) • UL-approved power strip • Pre-paid calling card • Ethernet Cord • Snacks • Extension Cords • Desk lamp or bed lamp What Not to Bring • Small TV (12"-18") and VCR/DVD player For safety reasons, we ask students to keep the following items • Small stereo or speakers for computer at home to prevent fires or hazards within residence halls: • Fan • Halogen bulbs and/or lamps • Message board • Hotplates • Hair dryer and alarm clock • Toasters and toaster ovens • Paper towels, tissues, and cleaning supplies • Electric frying pans • Sewing kit, scissors, safety pins • “George Foreman” or similar-type grills • Recycling and trash bins • Microwave ovens and refrigerators (only the University-issued micro-fridge is permitted) Personal Care • Air conditioners Students will be sharing bathrooms and laundry facilities • Mercury thermometers with other students. • Candles • Bathrobe • Pets (other than fish in a container of 10 gallons or less) • Shower shoes • Waterbeds • Towels and washcloths • Soap and/or body wash Visit www.fairfield.edu/lifeatfairfield/campuslife/housing/ • Shampoo residencelife/fornewstudents/ for more information. • Shaving cream and razors • Small bucket for carrying shower items • Facial tissues • Laundry basket/bag