Family Reference Guide 2020-2021
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Family Reference Guide 2020-2021 This publication provides information concerning Nichols College and does not constitute a contract with the student or parent/guardian. The policies and procedures contained in the 2020-2021 Nichols College Family Reference Guide will remain in effect until June 30, 2021. Nichols College reserves the right to change at any time the rules governing admission, tuition, fees, courses, the granting of degrees, or any other regulations affecting the campus community. Such changes are to take effect whenever College officials deem necessary. Table of Contents GENERAL INFORMATION President’s Message 3 My Students Contact Information 4 Campus Office Hours 4 Campus Phone Numbers 4 Academic Calendar 5 TRANSITION Making the Transition 6 What every student needs to know 7 A guide to communicating with your student 8 CAMPUS RESOURCES Student Rights & Responsibilities 9 Directory Information 9 Academics 10 Academic Resource Center 11 Academic Advising 12 Athletics 13 Career and Professional Development Center 14 Conant Library 14 Dining Services 15 Health & Counseling Services 16 Information Technology Services 17 Learning Services 17 Office of Diversity & Inclusion 18 Office for International Engagement 18 Public Safety 19 Residence Life 20 Student Financial Services 23 Student Involvement & Campus Recreation 25 Student Success & Retention 25 The Nichols WAY 26 OFF-CAMPUS RESOURCES Area Accommodations 27 Public Transportation 27 Local Banks 27 Nearest Hospitals 28 Local Restaurants 28 2 Dear Parent(s) or Guardian(s): On behalf of the Nichols College community, welcome to the Nichols Family. As a parent of two college graduates, I truly understand the need for information about the community in which a student is continuing their learning. To this end, we have designed this Family Reference Guide with you in mind. We encourage you to review this guide; it will provide you with information about the College, contact numbers, “frequently asked questions,” and references to other College publications that outline policies and procedures at Nichols. We consider you partners in your student’s education and look forward to your involvement. We encourage you to experience the spirit of Nichols, to see and feel what sets us apart from other colleges, and invite you to visit our campus and witness firsthand the exciting and innovative ways our students are preparing for their future. Congratulations on reaching this major milestone in your student’s life. We thank you for the opportunity to provide your student with the academic and co-curricular experience that will assist them in their future endeavors. Sincerely, Signature Susan West Engelkemeyer, Ph. D. President 3 My Student’s Contact Information Nichols College Email Address ([email protected]): _____________________________ Residence Hall & Room Number:___________________________________________________________ Mailing Address: STUDENT NAME Unit #:_______ (student can find this on their Nichols ID card) Nichols College PO Box 5000 Dudley, MA 01571 Campus Office Hours Regular office hours during the academic year for all administrative offices are Monday through Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm, unless otherwise posted. Summer hours are Monday – Thursday, 8:30am – 4:30pm, unless otherwise posted. Campus Phone Numbers Academic Deans Office 508-213-2201 Academic Resource Center 508-213-2200 Advising Center 508-213-2431 Athletic Department 508-213-2281 Bookstore 508-213-2408 Student Financial Services 508-213-2288 Career and Professional Development Center 508-213-2489 Counseling Services 508-213-2108 Dean of Students 508-213-2216 Health Center 508-213-2238 Information Technology 508-213-2206 International Engagement 508-213-2230 Learning Services 508-213-2293 Public Safety 508-213-2298 Registrar’s Office 508-213-2290 Residence Life 508-213-2480 Student Involvement 508-213-2113 Official College Social Media E Facebook.com/Nichols.College D Twitter.com/Nichols_College Q Instagram.com/Nichols_College Parent access to newhub.nichols.edu Parents can go to https://NewHub.nichols.edu to access public information such as the student handbook, billing and financial aid. 4 2020-2021 Academic Calendar August 2020 September 2020 October 2020 Su M Tu W Th F Sa Su M Tu W Th F Sa Su M Tu W Th F Sa 1 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 27 28 29 30 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 30 31 November 2020 December 2020 January 2021 Su M Tu W Th F Sa Su M Tu W Th F Sa Su M Tu W Th F Sa 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 29 30 27 28 29 30 31 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 February 2021 March 2021 April 2021 Su M Tu W Th F Sa Su M Tu W Th F Sa Su M Tu W Th F Sa 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 28 28 29 30 31 25 26 27 28 29 30 May 2021 June 2021 July 2021 Su M Tu W Th F Sa Su M Tu W Th F Sa Su M Tu W Th F Sa 1 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 27 28 29 30 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 30 31 Aug 21 LEAP (Leadership Early Acceptance Program) Day Jan 10 Residence Halls Open at Noon; Check-in Aug 28 New Students Arrive; Opening & Check-in Jan 11 Day Division Classes Begin Aug 29 Returning Students Arrive; Opening & Check-in Jan 15 Add/Drop Ends;Late Registration Ends Aug 31 Day Division Classes Begin Jan 18 Martin Luther King Day; No Classes Sep 4 Add/Drop Ends; Late Registration Ends Feb 15 President's Day; No Clases Sep 7 Labor Day; No Classes Feb 26 Mid-semester Reports Due Sep 25 & 26 Homecoming Mar 12 Spring Vacation Begins after Last Class; Oct 12 Columbus Day; No Classes Residence Halls Close at 7:00 Oct 16 Mid-semester Reports Due Mar 21 Residence Halls Open at Noon Oct 17 Family Day Mar 22 Classes Resume Oct 18 Fall Open House Mar - TBD President's Accepted Student Reception I Oct 20 Academic Majors Fair and Advising Day (Abb. Sched) Apr 5 & 6 Day Student Registration for Fall 2021 Nov 9 & 10 Day Student Registration for Spring 2021 Apr 6 Last Day to Withdraw Without Penalty (Day Div) Nov 10 Last Day to Withdraw Without Penalty(Day Div) Apr 20 Academic Awards Ceremony Nov 14 Decision Day Program Apr 22 Commencement Rehearsal Nov 20 Thanksgiving Holiday Begins after Last Class; Apr - TBD President's Accepted Student Reception II Residence Halls Close at 7:00 PM Apr 28 Classes End; Residence Halls Close at 7:00 PM Nov 25 All College Offices Close at Noon Senior Days Begin after Last Class Nov 26 & 27 College Closed Apr 30 Senior Reception at 5:30 PM Nov 29 Residence Halls Open at Noon MON., May 3 Commencement at 1:00 PM Nov 30 Classes Resume May 4 Final Grades Due Dec 17 Classes End; Residence Halls Close at 7:00 PM Jun 17 & 18 Orientation Session A Dec 18 Snow Date for Exams (if needed) Jun 22 & 23 Orientation Session B Dec 19 Final Grades Due Jun 26 & 27 Orientation Session C https://gps.nichols.edu/about-gps/gps-academic-calendar Admissions Academic Affairs Residence/Student Life https://www.nichols.edu/academics/undergraduate-adult-education-degree-program Advancement No Classes 12/30/2019 5 Making the Transition to College Life We all know that students must adjust to life in a college environment, but we often forget that families of new students must also make adjustments. As you prepare to send your student to Nichols College, we would like to suggest some ways to ease the transition. Although some of you have already had a student leave home to attend college, it is important to remember that the adjustments you face each time will be unique. Consider the following tips as your family makes the transition to Nichols College: Ask Questions & Listen Most first-year college students want to know that there is someone who is physically removed from their day-to-day life who is interested in how they are doing.