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GARRETT-EVANGELICAL THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY Office of Student Life Handbook 2017-2018 Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary, a graduate school of theology related to The United Methodist Church, was founded in 1853. Located on the campus of Northwestern University, the seminary serves students from various denominations and cultural backgrounds, fostering an atmosphere of ecumenical interaction. Garrett- Evangelical creates bold leaders through master of divinity, master of arts, master of theological studies, doctor of philosophy, and doctor of ministry degrees. Its 4,500 living alumni serve church and society around the world. 1 | P a g e ©2017 Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary 2121 Sheridan Road, Evanston, IL 60201 [email protected] | 800.SEMINARY TABLE OF CONTENTS GREETINGS FROM THE DEAN OF STUDENTS ................................................................ 4 PREFACE ..................................................................................................................... 8 NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT.………….……………………………………………………………….8 STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AND INSTITUTIONAL CENTERS…………………….…………………..9 STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS ..................................................................................................... .9 SPIRITUAL LIFE ................................................................................................................... 13 CENTERS AND INSTITUTES..................................................................................................... 14 Asian/Asian American Center ................................................................................... 14 Church and the Black Experience (CBE) .................................................................... 14 Hispanic-Latinx Center ............................................................................................... 14 Women IMAGES ......................................................................................................... 15 Stead Center for Ethics and Values…………………………………………………………………………15 Rueben P. Job Institute…………………………………………………………………………………………..15 Styberg Preaching Institute…………………………………………………………………………………….16 CO-CURRICULAR SERVICES AND POLICIES ................................................................. 17 FOOD SERVICE AND HOUSING ............................................................................................... 18 Food Service .............................................................................................................. 18 Housing/Residential Ministries .................................................................................. 20 PARKING AND TOWING ....................................................................................................... 31 HOSPITALITY………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 35 HEALTH CARE (STUDENT HEALTH INSURANCE) AND IMMUNIZATIONS ............................................ 37 PASTORAL CARE AND SPIRITUAL DIRECTION………………………………………………………………………….39 CHILD CARE GRANTS ........................................................................................................... 40 TUITION AND FEES .............................................................................................................. 41 OFFICE OF BUSINESS AFFAIRS ................................................................................................ 43 FINANCIAL AID .................................................................................................................. 47 SAFETY AND SECURITY ......................................................................................................... 48 Drug Free Workplace ................................................................................................. 48 Hazing Crimes and Bias Incidents ............................................................................... 49 Allegations of Racism ................................................................................................ 49 Sexual Harassment .................................................................................................... 53 Sexual Misconduct Policy .......................................................................................... 56 Whistleblower Policy ................................................................................................. 60 2 | P a g e Sexual Assault ............................................................................................................ 61 Stalking ...................................................................................................................... 62 Domestic Violence ..................................................................................................... 62 Dating Violence ......................................................................................................... 63 Retaliation ................................................................................................................. 63 Confidentiality………………………………………………………………………………………………….….…63 Reporting Violations………………………………………………………………………………………….……63 Complaint Procedures…………………………………………………………………………………….………65 Smoke Free Environment ......................................................................................... .69 Threats and Public Statements ………………………………………………………………………………70 Weapons Free Environment ...................................................................................... 70 Alcohol ....................................................................................................................... 70 SPECIAL NEEDS POLICIES AND PROCEDURES ............................................................................. 71 ACADEMIC ACCOMMODATIONS FOR DISABILITIES AND MEDICAL CONDITIONS………………………………74 OTHER STUDENT CONCERNS ................................................................................................... 76 Computer/Network Policies ...................................................................................... 77 Personal Assistance ................................................................................................... 79 Support for International Students ........................................................................... 79 Student Government (StuCo) .................................................................................... 80 Voter Registration ................................................................................................... 101 Other ....................................................................................................................... 101 NU Net ID and Email .......................................................................................... 101 Publication Services (Student Use) .................................................................... 102 At Northwestern ................................................................................................ 103 Recreation (NU Gym) ............................................................................. 103 Norris Center (Services and Pulse Copy Center) ..................................... 104 University Christian Ministries ............................................................... 104 GENERAL INFORMATION ....................................................................................... 105 PERSONS TO CONTACT ...................................................................................................... 106 ADMINISTRATION, FACULTY, AND STAFF DIRECTORY ............................................................... 108 DEPARTMENTAL DIRECTORY ................................................................................................ 110 FREQUENTLY CALLED NUMBERS .......................................................................................... 111 EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBERS ............................................................................................ 112 “BLUE LIGHT” MAP .......................................................................................................... 114 STUDENT LIFE HANDBOOK ACKNOWLEDGMENT FORM ............................................................ 115 3 | P a g e A GREETING FROM THE DEAN OF STUDENTS Bienvenida! Kuwakaribisha! Bienvenue! 환영 Bem-vindo! Shalom! Welcome! The Garrett-Evangelical Office of Student Life stands at the heart of our unique and richly diverse community. Our student body includes citizens from all over the world—creating an environment that gives rise to new traditions, new cultural connections, and a vital spirit of Koinonia. The Office of Student Life seeks to compose a natural rhythm for daily life that intentionally brings together students, faculty, staff and the greater Garrett-Evangelical community to commune with God and one another. Together with our Student Council leaders (StuCo), we design creative programming, forums, spiritual/social enrichment opportunities, and community service projects. Serving as a nexus for academic foundations and practical experiences, the Office of Student life assists to clarify as well as deepen the call to ministry in ways that richly inform, and ultimately transform the Garrett-Evangelical student. Most importantly, our office is here to advocate for you, and to provide the appropriate guidance throughout your seminary journey. Our staff includes the brilliant and talented Cassidhe Hart, a recent graduate of Garrett-Evangelical, who serves as the Administrative Assistant for Student Life.