Student Handbook Disclaimer While every effort is made to provide accurate and current information, the College reserves the right to change, without notice, statements in the Student Handbook concerning rules, policies, fees, curricula, courses, calendar and other matters. The College’s rules, policies, and other matters stated in this edition of the Student Handbook supersede all prior rules, policies, procedures, terms, conditions, guidelines, and services. In the event that a conflict exists between College policies and regulations and a student- generated document, the College policies, rules, guidelines, regulations, terms, and conditions shall govern. Maria College reserves the right to change the tuition, fees, rules, governing admission, granting of degrees, and any other regulations, rule, terms, conditions, policies, or guidelines that may affect students. Such changes take effect whenever Maria College authorities deem necessary. Maria College also reserves the right to exclude at any time students whose academic records are unsatisfactory or whose conduct is found to be detrimental to the College community. Student Responsibility Each student at Maria College is responsible for reviewing, understanding, and abiding by the College’s regulations, procedures, requirements, and deadlines as described in the College Catalog, Student Handbook, and Program Student Handbook(s). The policies, procedures, and support services outlined in this document are applicable to all enrolled Maria College students, including those participating in distance learning programs. Non-Discrimination Policy Maria College does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, creed, sexual orientation, or mental or physical disability in its programs, activities, or employment and is committed to providing equal opportunities. Information about the services, activities, and facilities accessible to the disabled may be obtained in the Office of Counseling and Accessibility Services in the Frank E. O’Brien Jr., Student Support Center. In accordance with the Education Amendments of 1972, 34 CFR Part 106, Maria College has designated a Title IX Coordinator and Deputy Title IX Coordinator to ensure compliance regarding sex/gender discrimination of any type. (Revised 2018-08) TABLE OF CONTENTS 2018–2019 STUDENT HANDBOOK SECTION I – Maria College Overview Page Mission ....................................................................................................................................... 1 Letter from the Dean of Students ................................................................................................. 1 Conference for Mercy Higher Education ..................................................................................... 2 Campus Phone Directory ............................................................................................................. 3 Campus Map ............................................................................................................................... 4 College Operating Hours ............................................................................................................. 4 Academic Calendar ..................................................................................................................... 5 Community Directory ................................................................................................................. 7 SECTION II – Academic Administration Academic Advising ..................................................................................................................... 8 Admissions ................................................................................................................................. 9 Library ........................................................................................................................................ 9 Circulation ...................................................................................................................... 9 Interlibrary Loans ......................................................................................................... 10 Library Orientation ....................................................................................................... 10 Periodicals .................................................................................................................... 10 Electronic Resources .................................................................................................... 10 Reserve Material .......................................................................................................... 10 Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society................................................................................................. 10 Registrar’s Office ...................................................................................................................... 11 Change of Status Process ............................................................................................. 11 Change of Status Process for Nursing Students ............................................................. 12 Fees for Copies of Records ........................................................................................... 12 Transcripts .................................................................................................................... 12 Student ID Cards .......................................................................................................... 12 SECTION III–Finance and Administration Business Office ......................................................................................................................... 13 Lost and Found ............................................................................................................. 13 Prestige Vending Service/Café ...................................................................................... 13 Transportation and Parking ........................................................................................... 13 Taking the Bus ............................................................................................................. 14 Campus Store ............................................................................................................................ 14 Purchasing and Renting Textbooks ............................................................................... 14 Return Policy ................................................................................................................ 15 Textbook Vouchers ...................................................................................................... 15 Financial Aid ............................................................................................................................ 16 Funding Your Education ............................................................................................... 16 Scholarships ................................................................................................................. 16 Loans ........................................................................................................................... 16 Maria Cares Student Emergency Fund .......................................................................... 17 Work Study .................................................................................................................. 17 Information Technology ............................................................................................................ 17 On-Campus Computing ................................................................................................ 17 Personal Devices .......................................................................................................... 17 Network Password ........................................................................................................ 18 College Email, Calendar, and Other Services ................................................................ 18 MyMaria Student Portal ................................................................................................ 18 SECTION IV–Marketing and Communications Bulletin Boards ......................................................................................................................... 19 Maria Blog ................................................................................................................................ 19 Monday Minutes ....................................................................................................................... 20 Maria College Social Media ...................................................................................................... 20 SECTION V – Student Affairs Office of the Dean of Students ....................................................................................... 21 Maria Market Food Pantry ................................................................................. 22 New Student Orientation .................................................................................... 22 Student Council ................................................................................................. 22 Veteran Services ................................................................................................ 23 Accessibility Services ...................................................................................................