2015-2016 Chatham University Traditions For a full explanation of Chatham Traditions, see page 115. Fall Term Traditions/2015 dates • Opening Convocation: Sunday, August 30 • Student Activities Fair & Athlete Meet and Greet: Tuesday, August 31 • Battle of the Classes: September 27-October 2 • Song Contest: Friday, October 2 • Mocktails: Thursday, October 29 • Halloween Dinner: Thursday, October 29 • Harvest Fun Fest: Saturday, October 31 • Thanksgiving Dinner: Wednesday, November 18 • Candlelight, Chatham Eggnog, and Holiday Ball: Friday, December 4 • Moonlight Breakfast: Thursday, December 10 Spring Term Traditions/2016 dates • Sledding on Chapel Hill: Whenever it snows! • Spring Carnival: Saturday, March 26 • Residence Hall Olympics: April 4-10 • Airband & Senior Skits: Thursday, April 7 • Spring Formal: Friday, April 8 • Closing Convocation: Tuesday, April 12 • Moonlight Breakfast: Tuesday, April 18 • University Day (Bucket & Blossom Day and University Picnic): Friday, April 29 • Senior Toast: Wednesday, May 11 • Graduate Toast: Thursday, May 12 • Senior Dinner: Friday, May 13 • Commencment: Monday, May 16 2015-2016 Student Academic Planner and Handbook This planner is for all Chatham University undergraduate and graduate students. Disclaimer: The information in this Academic Planner is not to be regarded as an irrevocable contract between the students and Chatham University. Since University curricula, programs, and policies cannot be static in a changing environment, the information in this catalog is subject to change by the University at any time. For educational and financial reasons, the University reserves the right to change any of the provisions, statements, policies, curricula, activities, procedures, regulations, or fees found in this planner. Changes will become effective whenever the proper authorities so determine and will apply to both prospective students and those already enrolled. As a result, students, applicants, and other users of this planner should consult with the appropriate University offices to verify the current text or status of policies, programs, descriptions of curricula, or other information in this planner. This planner belongs to: Name ______________________________________________________________ Address ____________________________________________________________ City, state, zip _______________________________________________________ Phone _____________________________________________________________ Student # __________________________________________________________ Chatham University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status or any other legally protected status in its educational programs and policies, co-curricular activities, scholarship and loan programs, or employment practices. Inquiries may be directed to the assistant vice president of human resources, Chatham University, Woodland Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15232, 412-365-1847. 2015-16 Planner TAble of ConTents Welcome to Chatham from the President. 4 Chatham University Administration . 5 Welcome from the Vice President of Student Affairs & Dean of Students . 6 Student Affairs Staff . 7 Campus Directory. 8 Monthly Calendars . 10 Weekly Calendars. 30 Student Handbook . 111 About Chatham . 112 Chatham University Locations History of Chatham Mission Statement Mission Initiatives Campus Climate Committee Student Life Statement . .115 Traditions . 115 Seven Dimensions of Wellness . .116 140 Things to Do Before You Graduate . 117 Getting Started . 123 Enrollment Management . 123 Orientation and Welcome . 124 Chatham Identification (ID) Cards. 124 Live the Good LIfe at Chatham University . 127 Student Services. 139 Office of Student Accounts. 139 Office of the Registrar . 139 Student Services and Amenities . 140 Academics. 149 Academic Affairs . 149 Academic Calendar. 149 JKM Library . 151 PACE Center. .151 Office of International Affairs . 152 Chatham Outreach Centers. 152 Co-Curricular Experiences and Campus Activities . 153 Office of Student Affairs and Dean of Students . 153 Co-Curricular Experiences and Activities. 155 Chatham University Honor Code . 160 Important Policies. 164 Connecting with Students. 164 Student Activities . 164 Residence Life . 168 Athletics-NCAA Division III . 168 Office of Career Development . 169 Office of Student Health and Wellness. 169 Office of University Advancement . 173 University Marketing and Communications . 174 Photography on Campus for University Use . 175 Residence Life Policies and Procedures . 175 KeY To SerieS events in weeKlY CAlendAr Italic. Chatham Traditions LGBTHM . Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgendered BOTC . Battle of the Classes History Month CAH ������������ Chatham After Hours NAIHM . Native American Indian Heritage Month CSA . Commuter Student Appreciation OR . Outdoor Recreation CSG . Chatham Student Government RHC . Residence Hall Council GAW . Graduate Appreciation Week SHW . Student Health & Wellness GSAW: . Gateway Student Appreciation Week SON ������������ Student Organization Night GSA ������������ Graduate Student Assembly UBC . Undergraduate Budget Committee HHM . Hispanic Heritage Month IM . Intramurals Our Promise to You Since 1869 the quality of the student experience has been a defining characteristic of a Chatham education. The student experience at Chatham is driven by our mission, recently updated and adopted in early 2015: Chatham University prepares women and men to be world ready: to build lives of purpose and value and fulfilling work. In addition to appropriate professional skills and liberal arts learning, Chatham believes that world readiness means being an informed and engaged citizen in one’s communities; recognizing and respecting diversity of culture, identity and opinion; and living sustainably on the planet. This Student Academic Planner and Handbook compiles some of the resources that help Chatham and you live our mission more fully, while helping you find the pathway to your future. This information has been compiled by the staff of the Office of Student Affairs. They are part of a University-wide team, which includes everyone who is privileged to teach or work here, that is dedicated to providing you with a learning experience unlike any other. If there is anything our team can do to help make your Chatham experience a better one, please do not hesitate to contact us in care of my office (412-365-1160) or the Office of Student Affairs (412-365-1286). Welcome to Chatham University, and all the best to you and your family. Esther L. Barazzone, Ph.D. President 4 University Administrative Leadership President, Esther Barazzone, Ph.D., 412-365-1160 Vice President for Planning Executive Secretary Senior Vice President and Secretary to the to the President of Administration and Board of Trustees Jean Kociela Finance Sean Coleman 412-365-1160 Walt Fowler 412-365-1164 412-365-1105 Vice President for Vice President for Student Vice President of Marketing Academic Affairs Affairs and Dean of Student and Communications Jenna Templeton, Ed.D. Zauyah Waite, Ph.D. Bill Campbell 412-365-1694 412-365-2794 412-365-1140 Vice President for Vice President for Director of University Advancement Enrollment Management Institutional Research Kevin Fortwendel Amy Becher Robert Zhang 412-365-1516 412-365-1139 412-365-1292 5 Dear Chatham Student, I’m proud to welcome you to a year of firsts: the first year of our new mission statement, our first year as a fully co-educational institution, our first year with 14 thriving NCAA Division III collegiate sports teams, our first year since 2007 returning to the University color of purple, and our first year with the new Chatham Plan for undergraduate education. Things at Chatham are more dynamic than ever, and it’s all with the goal of preparing each of our students – graduate and undergraduate – with the skills and perspectives to be influential, world-ready citizens. One of my goals as your vice president for student affairs and dean of students is to bring you, your fellow students, and other campus constituents together to share in the Chatham experience. I hope to do so by personally advocating for the building of community through involvement in the vast number of intellectual, social, recreational, athletic, leadership, service, civic, and wellness related activities offered by this fine institution. My wish is that you will join me in this endeavor. Our Student Affairs offices are much more than great facilities. They are full of committed, able staff ready to help make great things happen for you in Cougar Country. You often hear people say that college is the best time of your life; I happen to believe it is. Chatham is a truly a unique institution with many opportunities to offer. My advice? Get out of your comfort zone and enjoy yourself. Be smart, be safe, and remember to be accountable for your actions. Put forth the effort to be creative and make a difference. Some of the best learning at college takes place outside the classroom – I hope you’ll take the time to get to know all aspects of this great university and connect yourself to all we have to offer. I feel fortunate to call Chatham my home and hope you will as well. Please feel free to contact me directly should you need anything. Stop by the Office of Student Affairs on the first floor of Woodland Hall or stay connected via the social media accounts listed below. Sincerely, twitter & instagram: @zwaite blogs.chatham.edu/deanwaite/ www.facebook.com/StudentAffairs.ChathamU