At Emmanuel College, we believe in the strength of community and hear often from our students that when they join our extended community of peers, faculty, staff and alumni they are further inspired to develop and excel in all dimensions. We believe that parents and families provide a critical support system and hope this guide provides helpful information to assist you with your family’s transition. Along with the 2017-2018 academic calendar, this booklet provides a brief overview of campus resources and important contact information for key administrative offices and departments. I wish you well as you prepare for your student’s upcoming academic year and arrival to Emmanuel. Sincerely, Joseph Onofretti, Ph.D. Dean of Students TABLE OF CONTENTS Academic Calendar Page 2 Academic Advising // 617-735-9872 Page 3 Academic Resource Center // 617-735-9755 Page 3 Admissions // 617-735-9715 Page 4 Athletics and Recreation // 617-735-9985 Page 4 Bookstore // 617-739-2232 Page 5 Campus Safety // 617-735-9710 Page 5 Career Center // 617-735-9930 Page 6 Center for Diversity and Inclusion // 617-732-1652 Page 6 Colleges of the Fenway // 617-632-2729 Page 7 Counseling Center // 617-735-9920 Page 7 Dean of Students // 617-735-9917 Page 8 Health Services // 617-264-7678 Page 8 Information Technology // 617-735-9966 Page 8 International Programs & Study Abroad // 617-975-9215 Page 9 Jean Yawkey Center // 617-735-9994 Page 9 Library // 617-735-9927 Page 10 Mailroom and Copy Center // 617-735-9933 Page 10 Mission and Ministry // 617-735-9703 Page 11 New Student Engagement & Transition // 617-735-9794 Page 11 Registrar // 617-735-9960 Page 12 Residence Life and Housing // 617-735-9746 Page 12 Student Activities & Multicultural Programs // 617-735-9963 Page 12-13 Student Financial Services // 617-735-9938 Page 13 Vice President of Student Affairs // 617-735-9722 Page 13 1 Academic Calendar // Fall 2017-Spring 2018 September 3 Welcome/Move-In Day September 4-11 Welcome Week activities September 6 Fall 2017 Classes Begin October 9 Columbus Day—No Classes October 13, 14 & 15 Family Weekend October 20 Mid-Term Grade deadline (first-year students only) November 10 Veterans’ Day—No Classes November 21 Residence Halls close at 9:00 p.m. November 22-25 Thanksgiving Break November 26 Residence Halls reopen at Noon December 12 Last Day of Classes December 13 Reading Day December 14-18 Final Exams* December 19 Residence Halls close at 10:00 a.m. January 14 Residence Halls reopen at Noon January 15 Martin Luther King Day—No Classes January 17 Spring 2018 Classes Begin February 19 Presidents’ Day—No Classes March 2 Residence Halls close at 9:00 p.m. March 5-9 Spring Break March 11 Residence Halls reopen at Noon March 30 Good Friday—No Classes April 16 Patriots’ Day/Easter Monday—No Classes May 1 Last Day of Classes May 2 Reading Day May 3-7 Final Exams* May 8 Residence Halls close at 10:00 a.m. *Students must move out of the Residence Halls within 24 hours of their last exam WWW.EMMANUEL.EDU/ACADEMICCALENDAR 2 Academic Advising LOCATION: Administration Building, Room 320 and 322 PHONE: 617-735-9872 E-MAIL: [email protected] HOURS: M-F: 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. RESOURCES: • Provides each new student with an academic advisor who: – Meets with students to review college policies and procedures in scheduled, small-group meetings (AA0101) – Assists new students in transitioning from high school to college life – Provides students the opportunity to participate in “Majors Exploration Program” so they may assess their own personal skills and talents to determine a major through exploring different areas – Collaborates with the Career Center to provide students the opportunity to participate in an assessment that helps them discover possible major options – Works with students to create a four-year plan of study to they are prepared graduate in four years – Discusses study abroad integration with overall academic plan • Directs students to appropriate offices for assistance with various issues Academic Resource Center LOCATION: Lower level of Cardinal Cushing Library, LIB G-04 PHONE: 617-735-9755 E-MAIL: [email protected] HOURS: M-Th: 9:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m. // F: 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Sun: 5:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. RESOURCES: • Connects students with Peer Tutors to assist with course work and study skills – Offers study groups to aid students in preparing for major tests and exams as well as drop-in writing help – Appointments can be made in person or on-line (via the portal, ECLearn or at www. emmanuel.mywconline.com) • Provides professional academic support to students through: – Academic Coaches to work individually with students to develop learning and study strategies to enhance academic success – Writing Specialists and Peer Writing Tutors to help students organize and produce effective written work – A Math Specialist to provide individual support for courses requiring math – Disability Support Services (DSS) to coordinate support and accommodations for students with documented disabilities o To receive accommodations, students must meet with the Assistant Director of Disability Support Services. Disability documentation may be sent to Disability Support Services, Academic Resource Center. For more information, please contact DSS at 617-735-9923 or [email protected]. • Facilitates workshops on subjects such as time management and reading strategies • Provides Graduate School and fellowship preparation services 3 Admissions LOCATION: Wilkens Science Center, Room 216 PHONE: 617-735-9715 (617-735-9801 fax) E-MAIL: [email protected] HOURS: M-F: 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. RESOURCES: • Conducts campus tours led by current students for prospective students and their families • Conducts campus interviews and information sessions and hosts open houses, accepted student days, and events for prospective and admitted students and their families • Visits high schools and community colleges during the fall and spring to meet with school counselors and prospective students • Reviews admissions applications and related materials and makes admissions decisions for undergraduate and graduate programs • Organizes and facilitates the Admissions Ambassador Program, which is comprised of current students who give campus tours, work at Admissions events and speak with prospective students and their families • Directs a student-to-student interactive recruitment program, the Boomerang Program, which sends current students back to their high schools to share their Emmanuel experience with interested students and school counselors Athletics and Recreation LOCATION: Jean Yawkey Center, 3rd Floor PHONE: 617-735-9985 (617-735-9885 fax) WEBSITE: www.goecsaints.com RESOURCES: • Provides information regarding the following: – Varsity athletic programs and tryout opportunities – Upcoming home events (games, matches) in regular and postseason play/competition – Colleges of the Fenway (COF) intramural sports opportunities: www.colleges-fenway.org/intramurals/index.htm – Great Northeast Athletic Conference: www.thegnac.com – Emmanuel College Dance Team 4 Bookstore LOCATION: Marion Hall, Room 211 PHONE: 617-739-2232 E-MAIL: [email protected] HOURS: M/Th: 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. // Tu/W: 9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. F: 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. WEBSITE: www.emmanuel.bkstr.com RESOURCES: • Coordinates textbooks and course materials in new, used, digital and rental forms available in-store or at www.emmanuel.bkstr.com • Provides buyback (student textbook sales to the Bookstore) daily • Sells a variety of supplies and materials including: – School supplies, planners, calculators and other course supplies – Residence living supplies including batteries, greeting cards and stamps – Convenience items including snacks, pre-paid phones and health/beauty essentials – General reading books including fiction, magazines, writing reference, foreign language reference, study guides and test prep – Computer peripherals including academically discounted software through JourneyEd. com, campus networking supplies and thumb drives – Emmanuel apparel and accessories including school logo sweatshirts, t-shirts, hats, diploma frames, decals and fine gift items – Gift cards for any amount over $5.00 • Fenway Cash is accepted ($2.00 minimum purchase) Campus Safety LOCATION: Administration Building, Room 139 PHONE: 617-735-9710 HOURS: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week RESOURCES: • Supports the overall safety and wellbeing of the campus community through: – Safety Escorts—Campus Safety Officers who walk students to and from any Emmanuel College building or parking lot, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week – Security Patrol—Campus Safety Officers who patrol the campus 24/7 – College Shuttle—Providing transportation to students to off-campus college housing (City View, Notre Dame Campus) and local T stations, 6 p.m. to 2 a.m. – Rape Aggression Defense (RAD) Program for both male and female students – Community Alerts including all emergency notifications and snow closures, which are sent through the College’s RAVE system – Operation ID—Designed to discourage theft of valuable property with an easy way for students to identify stolen property – Fingerprinting service to any Emmanuel community member who may need to provide documentation to prospective employers for security clearances • All Campus Safety Officers have been trained as first responders and have gone through first aid and automated external defibrillator (AED) certification • Student I.D. Cards • Lost and found 5 Career Center LOCATION: Marian Hall, Room 214 PHONE: