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GUIDE TO 2019 - 2020 Division of Student Affairs
TABLE OF CONTENTS
2019-2020 Academic Year Calendar...............................................4 Student Code of Conduct Process..................................................16
Fall 2019.....................................................................................4 Alcohol and Other Drugs..................................................................19
MU at Night Fall Term I.......................................................4 Other Violations..................................................................................21
MU at Night Fall Term II......................................................5 Conduct System..................................................................................27
MU e-Learning Fall Term.....................................................5 Hearing Bodies....................................................................................28
Spring 2020................................................................................5 Appeals.................................................................................................29
MU at Night Spring Term I..................................................6 Appeal Bodies......................................................................................29
MU at Night Spring Term II.................................................6 Sanctions.....................................................................................................29
MU e-Learning Spring Term................................................6 Public Safety Services................................................................................31
Summer 2020.............................................................................6
Methodist University Department Numbers.........................................7
Get Familiar with the MUPortal.............................................................8
Email ..........................................................................................................8
Connecting Students E-Mail to Mobile Devices...................................8
Academic Advising...................................................................................8
Class Days Abbreviations.........................................................................8 Dear Students:
Building Abbreviations Key.....................................................................8
Hours of Operation for Davis Memorial Library..................................8 Welcome or welcome back to Methodist University. It is great to have you on our campus as a new or
The Writing Center...................................................................................9 continuing member of a very special community of students, staff, and faculty that help make our University a
Monarch Tutoring Center........................................................................9 very special place to live and grow.
Disability Services & Accessibility Resources........................................9 Our primary goal is to complement your curricular education by providing you with varied and numerous
Student Health Services............................................................................10 opportunities for co-curricular personal development. I also hope that you will fully utilize the many support
Student Health Immunizations and Insurance.....................................10 services that we provide. All of our customer-oriented programs are designed to provide you with the assistance
Center for Personal Development...........................................................10 that you need to deal with many of the challenges faced by today’s university students and to help you make
International Programs/International Students....................................10 the most of your university experience. National studies have shown that students who properly balance their
MU Study Abroad.....................................................................................10 university time between curricular and co-curricular activities are normally better prepared to deal with the
Office of Multicultural Affairs.................................................................10 challenges of university life and life after the university. I encourage all of you to make the most of your time at
Items Allowed in the Residence Halls....................................................11 Methodist University and to commit yourselves to make a positive difference in our community; you will be all
Items Not Allowed in the Residence Halls.............................................11 the better for it.
Laundry......................................................................................................11 Please know that you are welcome to stop by my office for a friendly visit, or with any concerns you may wish
Hours of Dining Services.........................................................................11 to share. On behalf of the Student Affairs team, I would like to wish all of you great success this year. We look
Parking Tips...............................................................................................11
forward to living, learning, and growing together with you.
Chapel Time...............................................................................................11
Hours of Operation for Nimocks Fitness Center..................................12
Sincerely,
Get Involved...............................................................................................12
Commuter Students..................................................................................12
Dr. William H. Walker
Campus Resources....................................................................................12
Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students
Student Affairs.................................................................................13
Career Services....................................................................................13
Campus Recreation.............................................................................13
Dining Services...................................................................................13
Student Health Services.....................................................................14
Centers for Personal Development...................................................14
Public Safety........................................................................................14
International Programs......................................................................14
Multicultural Affairs...........................................................................15
Housing and Residence Life..............................................................15
Student Involvement Center..............................................................15
Student Activities................................................................................15
Student Government Association.....................................................15
Fraternity and Sorority Life...............................................................15
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THE 2019-2020 ACADEMIC YEAR MU at Night Fall Term II
Monday Oct. 21 Classes begin
At the discretion of the University, changes may be made to the following.
Evening Student Early Registration begins
Friday Oct. 25 Last day to add/drop without record (Evening)
FALL 2019 Friday Nov. 1 Last day to add/drop without record (Weekend)
Evening-to-Day Early Registration begins
Monday Nov. 11 Veterans Day Holiday
August
Wednesday-Sunday Nov. 27-Dec. 1 Thanksgiving Holiday
Monday 12 New Faculty orientation begins
Friday Dec. 6 Last day to WP/WF
Wednesday 14 August Faculty Meeting
Monday Dec. 9 Senior Grades Due
Thursday 15 Faculty Workshop
Wednesday-Friday Dec. 11-13 Final Exams
Thursday-Saturday 15-17 New Student Orientation
Saturday Dec. 14 Commencement Ceremony
Saturday 17 Returning students arrive
Monday Dec. 16 Final Grades Due
Monday 19 Classes Begin; Drop/Add Period begins
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Friday 23 Opening Convocation at 11:00 a.m.
MU e-Learning Fall Term
Monday 26 Academic Advisor Consultation at 11:00 a.m.
Monday Aug. 19 Classes begin
Tuesday 27 Last day to ADD a class or DROP a class without record
Tuesday Aug. 27 Last day to add/drop without record
Monday Sept. 2 Labor Day Holiday
September
Monday-Tuesday Oct. 14-15 Fall Break
Monday 2 Labor Day Holiday (no classes)
Monday Nov. 11 Veterans Day Holiday
Monday 16 Last day to submit “Intent to Graduate” forms for May 2020 graduation
Monday Nov. 18 Last day to WP/WF
Wednesday-Sunday Nov. 27-Dec. 1 Thanksgiving Holiday
October
Wednesday Dec. 4 Last day of class
Friday 11 Midterm grades due in the Office of the Registrar by 5:00 p.m.
Thursday-Thursday Dec. 5-12 Final Exams
Saturday-Tuesday 12-15 Fall X-Term for Experiential Learning Opportunities including Study
Monday Dec. 9 Senior grades Due
Abroad
Saturday Dec. 14 Commencement Ceremony
Monday-Tuesday 14-15 Fall Break
Monday Dec. 16 Final Grades Due
Monday-Friday 21-25 Advising Week
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Monday 21 Academic Advisor Consultation at 11:00 a.m.
Evening Student Early Registration Begins
Monday 28 Senior Early Registration begins at 7 a.m. SPRING 2020
Tuesday 29 Junior Early Registration begins at 7 a.m.
Wednesday 30 Sophomore Early Registration begins at 7 a.m. January
Thursday 31 Freshman Early Registration begins at 7 a.m. Sunday 5 Students arrive/Orientation
Monday 6 All Classes and Drop/Add Period begin
November Friday 10 Advisor Meeting at 11:00 a.m.
Friday 1 Evening-to-Day Registration begins at 7 a.m. Tuesday 14 Last day to ADD a class or DROP a class without record
Friday - Saturday 1-2 Homecoming & Family Weekend Monday 20 Martin Luther King Day holiday (no classes)
Monday 11 Veterans Day Holiday (no class)
Monday 11 Evening Course Registration for Day Students begins at 7 a.m. February
Monday 18 Last day to drop a class with WP or WF Monday 3 Spring Convocation
Wednesday-Sunday 27-Dec 1 Thanksgiving Holiday Friday 28 Midterm grades due
Saturday-Tuesday 29-Mar. 8 Spring X-Term for Experiential Learning Opportunities including Study
December Abroad
Wednesday 4 Last day of classes
Thursday-Thursday 5-12 Final Examinations March
Monday 9 Senior grades due to the Registrar by 1:00 p.m. Monday-Friday 2-6 Spring Break
Saturday 14 Commencement Ceremony Monday-Friday 16-20 Advising Week
Monday 16 Final grades due Monday 16 Academic Advising Consultation at 11:00 a.m.
Semester Break Dec. 13-Jan. 5 Winter X-Term for Experiential Learning Opportunities including Study Evening Student Early Registration begins at 7 a.m.
Abroad Monday 23 Senior Early Registration begins at 7 a.m.
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Summer Course Early Registration begins at 7 a.m. (all students)
MU at Night Fall Term I Tuesday 24 Junior Early Registration begins at 7 a.m.
Monday Aug. 19 Classes begin Wednesday 25 Sophomore Early Registration begins at 7 a.m.
Friday Aug. 23 Last day to add/drop without record (Evening) Thursday 26 Freshman Early Registration begins at 7 a.m.
Friday Aug. 30 Last day to add/drop without record (Weekend) Monday 27 Evening-to-Day Student Early Registration begins at 7 a.m.
Monday-Tuesday Sept. 2-3 Labor Day Holiday Monday 30 “Intent to Graduate” forms for December 2020 graduation Due
Friday Oct. 4 Last day to WP/WF Evening Course Registration begins for Day Students at 7 a.m.
Wednesday-Friday Oct. 9-11 Final Exams Monday-Friday 30-Apr. 3 Research and Creativity Week
Monday Oct. 14 Final Grades Due
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April Summer Day Term II
Wednesday 1 Research & Creativity Symposium and Awards Day Monday Jun. 8 Classes begin
Friday 10 Good Friday Holiday (no classes) Tuesday Jun. 9 Last day to add/drop without record
Monday 13 Last day to drop a class with WP or WF Tuesday Jul. 30 Last day to WP/WF
Wednesday 22 Last day of day classes Friday Jul. 3 Last day of classes, Final Exams
Thursday-Thursday 23-30 Final Examinations Monday Jul. 6 Final Grades (Term II) Due
Monday 27 Senior grades due to the Registrar by 1:00 p.m. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Summer Day Term III (Reserved for Internships/Special Programs)
May Monday Jul. 6 Classes begin
Saturday 2 Commencement Ceremony (Graduate and Undergraduate) Tuesday Jul. 7 Last day to add/drop without record
Monday 4 Final grades due Wednesday Jul. 29 Last day to WP/WF
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Friday Jul. 31 Last day of classes
MU at Night Spring Term I Monday Aug. 3 Final Grades (Term III) Due
Monday Jan. 6 Classes begin _____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Friday Jan. 10 Last day to add/drop without record (Evening) Summer Evening Term IV
Friday Jan. 17 Last day to add/drop without record (Weekend) Monday May 11 Classes begin
Monday-Tuesday Jan. 20-21 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Holiday Friday May 15 Last day to add/drop without record (Evening)
Friday Feb. 21 Last day to WP/WF Friday May 22 Last day to add/drop without record (Weekend)
Wednesday-Saturday Feb. 26-28 Final Exams Monday-Tuesday May 25-26 Memorial Day Holiday
Monday Mar. 2 Final Grades Due Wednesday Jun. 24 Last day to WP/WF
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Wednesday-Friday Jul. 1-3 Final Exams
MU at Night Spring Term II Monday Jul. 6 Final Grades (Term IV) Due
Monday Mar. 9 Classes begin _____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Friday Mar. 13 Last day to add/drop without record (Evening) Summer Day Term V (Reserved for Internships)
Monday Mar. 16 Evening Student Early Registration begins Monday May 11 Classes begin
Friday Mar. 20 Last day to add/drop without record (Weekend) Friday May 15 Last day to add/drop without record
Monday Mar. 23 Summer Early Registration begins Friday Jul. 24 Last day to WP/WF
Friday Mar. 27 Evening-to-Day Student Registration begins Friday Jul. 31 Last day of classes
Thursday-Monday Apr. 9-13 Easter Holiday Monday Aug. 3 Final Grades Due
Friday Apr. 26 Last day to WP/WF _____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Monday Apr. 27 Senior grades (Day and Evening) due MU e-Learning Summer Term
Wednesday-Saturday Apr. 29-May 2 Final Exams Monday May 11 Classes begin
Saturday May 2 Commencement Ceremony (Graduate and Undergraduate) Friday May 15 Last day to add/drop without record
Monday May 4 Final Grades Due Monday May 25 Memorial Day Holiday
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Friday Jul. 24 Last day to WP/WF
MU e-Learning Spring Term Friday Jul. 31 Last day of classes
Monday Jan. 6 Classes begin Monday Aug. 3 Final and Senior Grades Due
Tuesday Jan. 14 Last day to add/drop without record Saturday Aug. 8 Summer Degree Conferral Date
Monday Jan. 20 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Holiday
Monday-Friday Mar. 2-6 Spring Break METHODIST UNIVERSITY DEPARTMENT TELEPHONE EXTENSIONS
Friday Apr. 10 Good Friday Holiday Academic Affairs.........................................................................7031 Monarch Press.............................................................................7032
Monday Apr. 13 Last day to WP/WF Accounts Payable.........................................................................7007 Music Department......................................................................7100
Wednesday Apr. 22 Last day of classes Admissions (Day)........................................................................7027 Operator.......................................................................................7000
Wednesday-Thursday Apr. 23-30 Final Exams Admissions (Evening).................................................................7190 Payroll...........................................................................................7023
Monday Apr. 27 Senior grades due Admissions (International)........................................................7049 Physician Assistant Program.....................................................7615
Athletics....................................................................................... 7175 Police & Public Safety.................................................................7149
Saturday May 2 Commencement Ceremony (Graduate and Undergraduate)
Book Store....................................................................................7165 Post Office.....................................................................................7194
Monday May 4 Final Grades Due Campus Ministry.........................................................................7157 Registrar........................................................................................7318
Career Services............................................................................7333 Religious Life................................................................................7157
SUMMER 2020 Center for Personal Development.............................................7150 Residence Life..............................................................................7626
Chaplain........................................................................................7515 Social Work..................................................................................7394
Summer Day Term I Computers Services.....................................................................7300 Student Accounts.........................................................................7015
Summer X-Term May 11-Jun. 5 Experiential Learning, including Study Abroad Opportunities Counseling Center......................................................................7150 Student Activities.........................................................................7022
Monday May 11 Classes begin Dean of Students..........................................................................7152 Student Affairs Admin................................................................7152
Disability Services/Accessibility Resources.............................7402 Student Government...................................................................7439
Tuesday May 12 Last day to add/drop without record
Dining Services....................................................................884-0065 Student Health.............................................................................7164
Monday May 25 Memorial Day Holiday Evening University......................................................................7485 Student Insurance........................................................................7652
Wednesday Jun. 3 Last day to WP/WF Events Coordinator.....................................................................7062 University Publications...............................................................7200
Friday Jun. 5 Last day of classes, Final Exams Financial Aid................................................................................7192 University Relations....................................................................7200
Monday Jun. 8 Final Grades (Term I) Due Golf Shop......................................................................................7684 Weather Alert & Messages Board..............................................7351
Library Circulation......................................................................7645 Webmaster....................................................................................7646
Library Reference........................................................................7123 Welcome Center..........................................................................7098
Maintenance.................................................................................7199 Writing Center.............................................................................7264
Mathematics Department..........................................................7231
6 Unless otherwise noted, all numbers begin with the area code 910 and the prefix 630 followed by the extension. 7
MU PORTAL ACADEMIC ADVISING
All full-time day students are assigned to an academic
advisor upon receipt of their enrollment deposit. Most academic
advisors are full-time faculty members at the University. Students
who have declared a major are assigned an advisor from that
department. When a major has not been declared, students are
assigned to an Exploratory (EXP) academic advisor. Students and
advisors meet regularly for academic planning purposes.
It is highly encouraged that you get to know your advisor.
Every student should understand and get familiar with Class days abbreviations
the myMU Portal. Some of the most valuable and important M - Monday
information and tasks are done through the myMU Portal. T - Tuesday
Following are just some of the tasks and information that can be W - Wednesday
found on the myMU Portal: R - Thursday
• Important announcements F - Friday
• Grades
• Class Registration
• Unofficial Transcripts
BUILDING ABBREVIATIONS AND
• Advising Worksheets WHAT THEY MEAN
• Viewing/Paying Bills RVAD- John M. Reeves Fine Arts Building
• Viewing Financial Aid MATH - Keith Allison Math & Computer Science Building Monarch Tutoring Center
• My Housing TRUS- Trustees Building Classroom/Office
• Dining Services RPAC - March F. Riddle Athletics Center
• Vehicle Registration PLAY - The Player Golf Education Center
The myMU Portal can be accessed by visiting the Methodist CLRK - Margaret and Walter Clark Hall
University website and clicking on the myMU Portal tab in the EHSC - Dr. and Mrs. Elton Hendricks Science Complex
top right hand corner. PNSB - Nursing Building
BCVA - Bethune Center for Visual Arts
Email MHSB - McLean Health Sciences Building
An email account (ending in @student.methodist.edu)
THE WRITING CENTER
will be created for all Methodist University students by the
Computer Services staff. Students will receive their email HOURS OF OPERATION FOR The Methodist University Writing Center is located in the
Davis Memorial Library. Our staff of friendly and knowledgeable
account information in a letter from the Admissions Office. If
you do not receive your email account, you will need to contact
DAVIS MEMORIAL LIBRARY consultants support the entire writing process for students and
Sunday - 1:00 p.m. — 1:00 a.m. faculty/staff who wish to utilize our free services. In addition to
the Computer Assisted Composition (CAC) Lab attendant in Monday - Thursday - 7:00 a.m. — 1:00 a.m. assisting with current writing projects, the Writing Center’s goal is to
one of the following three ways; physically go the CAC Lab in Friday - 7:00 a.m. — 6:00 p.m. foster the skills and confidence necessary for writing improvement
the Trustees building, room 264, call the CAC Lab attendant Saturday - 11:00 a.m. — 7:00 p.m. that will lead to academic and professional success. The MU Writing
at extension 910.630.7300, or email help@methodist.edu for Visit the website for more info: www.methodist.edu/library Center is available for assistance with academic papers, creative
assistance. All students are responsible for checking their email
writing, cover letters, resumes, graduate school applications, grant
daily for messages from the University. All official University
proposals, course syllabi, and more. The staff looks forward to
information (e.g., grades, academic notices, campus calendars,
seeing students in the Writing Center this semester! Stop by the
attendance policy updates, registration and financial information,
library and visit for more information. The center can be reached at
etc.) will be sent electronically only. No University information
910.630.7264 and via email at writingcenter@methodist.edu.
will be sent to any other email address.
Use and get familiar with the myMU Portal. Grades and
unofficial transcripts are available to advisors and students via the MONARCH TUTORING CENTER
myMU Portal. The Monarch Tutoring Center (MTC) provides free tutoring
services, study skills coaching, and academic support for all
Connecting Student Email to Mobile Devices Methodist University undergraduate students. For specific subject
Visit the myMU Portal. Once at the myMU Portal, login with or special tutoring hours, please visit the MTC website at
your Methodist ID and password. Click on the “Request Forms” www.methodist.edu/tutoring. The Writing Center
tab, fill out the form and submit it.
Not all phones are compatible or work correctly with these
settings, but we hope they work for the majority of you. There DISABILITY SERVICES & ACCESSIBILITY RESOURCES
are several phones on the market, so we can’t give specific Our Director for Disability Services/Accessibility Resources works with each student to ensure that their needs are met to the best
instructions for each phone configuration as they may be different of our ability. The Disability Services/Accessibility Resources Office is located in Pearce Hall, Suite 102. For further information, please
depending on your phone. This will take 24 hours to activate. Davis Memorial Library contact Charmagne Williams at (910) 630-7402 or email at cawilliams@methodist.edu.
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STUDENT HEALTH SERVICES INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS/
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
International Programs Office (IPO) is located on the second
floor of Berns Student Center. This office advocates for and
addresses the needs of international students as well as promotes
internationalization on campus. International Students are an
important and special part of campus life at Methodist University.
There are over 175 international students here from over
seventy different countries. Methodist University offers an
exciting blend of cultural heritage, which gives a unique character
Location: West Hall to the relationships and friendships between US and international
www.methodist.edu/health-services students.
3. Candles Chick-fil-A:
Contact: Lynetta Allen-Geddie 4. Incense Monday-Thursday: 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Email: lgeddie@methodist.edu
Phone: 910.630.7164 MU STUDY ABROAD 5. Open-Coil Heating Devices
6. Weapons/Firearms
Friday: 10:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Saturday: 11:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 am-5:00 pm The Study Abroad Office is located on the second floor of
Berns Student Center in the International Programs Office. 7. Alcoholic Paraphernalia Sunday: Closed
Pursuing part of your education abroad is a once-in-a-lifetime 8. Hover Boards
The Student Health Center provides acute and preventive 9. Space Heaters Sandwich Shack:
health care to the university community. Students, faculty and opportunity with benefits that go far beyond academic learning.
Students develop relevant intercultural communication, problem- 10. Pets Monday-Thursday: 11:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
staff can access care by scheduling an appointment to see the 11. Hookahs Friday 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Registered Nurse on duty or the Physician Assistant. The clinic is solving skills, confidence, flexibility, and independence, which
strengthen career opportunities. Methodist University offers Saturday & Sunday: Closed
open Monday through Friday 8 am to 5 pm. Health assessments
are performed to determine individual needs. Minor illnesses programs for as short as a week to as long as an academic
LAUNDRY
and injuries are treated by the nurse with over-the-counter year through faculty-led programs, direct exchanges, and
other affiliations such as USAC (University Studies Abroad
Laundry facilities are located in each residence hall. Thanks PARKING TIPS
medications and education. More complex care is provided by the to the contributions of the Residence Hall Association (RHA), Parking permits can be purchased on the myMU Portal
Physician Assistant; when deemed necessary, patients are referred Consortium). Visit our website www.methodist.edu/study-abroad.
laundry is free! beginning August 1, 2019. Permits must be displayed on vehicles
off campus for X-rays, laboratory testing and other specialty care. Scholarships are available.
by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, August 23, 2019.
Students are encouraged to call 911 for assistance in situations Parking rules and regulations are enforced 24 hours a day, 365
when there is a life-threatening illness or injury. OFFICE OF MULTICULTURAL HOURS OF DINING SERVICES days a year. See the MU Student Handbook online for complete
Green and Gold Cafe: details. www.methodist.edu/student-handbook.
The Health Coordinator is responsible for immunization AFFAIRS Breakfast
Monday - Friday: 7:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Residential parking permits are yellow and green. Commuter
compliance of all students enrolled at the university and assists Multicultural Affairs strives to provide equitable programming parking permits are red, blue, and purple. Residential and
the athletes and international students with insurance-related care for personal, academic, cultural, and professional development commuter students must park in their assigned color-coded
received at off-campus facilities. for the diverse populations represented here at Methodist Continental Breakfast permitted lots. Students cannot park in ANY reserved parking
University. The office promotes the retention and success of Monday - Friday: 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. spaces and are required to park in their designated zones.
CENTER FOR PERSONAL historically margined students, and provides opportunities for
Brunch
university-wide multicultural education through interaction and
Saturday - Sunday: 10:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. CHAPEL TIME
DEVELOPMENT dialogue designed to support the growth and development of all
individuals. Further, the office provides individual support and A Chapel service is held every Wednesday at 11:00 a.m. Classes
Counseling and Consultation Lunch and meetings cannot be scheduled during this time.
Anything that is a concern to you is an appropriate concern to advocacy to students, faculty, and staff through programming,
counseling and advising while promoting diversity and inclusion. Monday - Friday: 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
bring to The Center for Personal Development. If our professional
staff cannot help you, we will help you find someone who can. Lite Lunch
Secrets, concerns, sorrows, jubilation, and worries shared between
a counselor and a client are treated as confidential in accordance
ITEMS ALLOWED IN THE Monday - Sunday: 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
with the standards of ethics and confidentiality established by the RESIDENCE HALLS Dinner
counseling profession. No information will ever be released to Monday - Friday: 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
anyone, including parents or University personnel, without your 1. George Foreman Grills
Saturday: 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
written permission, unless your life or someone else’s life is in 2. Microwaves
Sunday: 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
danger. 3. Small Refrigerators
4. Crock Pots
Starbucks:
Location and Scheduling Appointments 5. Coffee Pots
Monday - Friday: 7:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
The Center for Personal Development is conveniently located Saturday - Sunday: Noon - 9:00 p.m.
in Pearce Hall. To schedule an appointment, you may call our
office at 910.630.7150, come by our office, or visit our website at ITEMS NOT ALLOWED IN THE P.O.D. Market:
www.methodist.edu/counseling. RESIDENCE HALLS Monday - Thursday: 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Friday: 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
1. Toaster Ovens Saturday - Sunday: Noon - 10:00 p.m.
2. Lava Lamps
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• Where can I go to print my documents? Davis Memorial STUDENT AFFAIRS CAREER SERVICES
Library has printers. Black copies are FREE; color copies are
0.25/per page. The Division of Student Affairs seeks to enrich the Career Services supports the mission of the Division of
• Are meal plans offered to commuter students? Yes, and at a educational experience by promoting an inspiring Student Affairs by providing career readiness resources to all
discounted rate. If interested, you may purchase a meal plan environment where students can explore and discover degree-seeking students and University graduates. The Career
by visiting the Aramark office in the Green and Gold Cafe. their sense of purpose. Student Affairs challenges students Services staff guides and instructs students and graduates in
• Do nearby restaurants offer discounts to MU students? Yes, to grow personally and professionally as they engage with the development of the skills necessary to obtain valuable
most restaurants on Ramsey Street offer a MU student the community and strive to reach their fullest potential as internships, full-time employment, and career satisfaction.
Nimocks Fitness Center discount. Be sure to ask! productive citizens and good stewards of society. Students and graduates who engage with Career Services are
The Division of Student Affairs at Methodist University empowered to compete and succeed in a global workforce.
HOURS OF OPERATION FOR CAMPUS RESOURCES is comprised of 11 departments: Center for Personal
Development, which houses Counseling and Psychological Dr. Antoinette Bellamy
NIMOCKS FITNESS CENTER The time you spend on campus will be a sound investment in
services; the Student Involvement Center, which houses Director of Career Services &
Associate Dean of Students
Student Activities and Fraternity and Sorority Life; Career
your academic and professional success. All resources below are Services; Campus Recreation; Health Services; Housing 910.630.7333
The Nimocks Fitness and Recreation Center is available for all
all offered to MU Students. and Residence Life; International Programs; Multicultural abellamy@methodist.edu
current MU students, faculty, and staff to use during listed hours.
• Berns Student Center - pool tables, ping pong tables, soft Affairs; and Police and Public Safety. The Division is also
All participants MUST present a current Methodist University ID
couches and a great atmosphere to meet new friends. responsible for Judicial Affairs and overseeing Aramark,
card to enter and use the Nimocks Fitness and Recreation Center.
• Nimocks Fitness Center - exercise equipment, fitness classes, the organization that manages our campus food service
The Nimocks Fitness and Recreation Center reserves the right
intramural and club sports program. The Division is committed to communicating
to reduce hours during breaks, final exams, between academic
• Davis Memorial Library - quiet place to study, study rooms and collaborating with the entire university community to
semesters, and during the summer. The Nimocks Center may
temporarily close each semester for maintenance purposes.
for groups, tutoring and writing center.
• Bookstore - school supplies, books, and MU attire. Located in
assist students and accomplish the academic mission. CAMPUS RECREATION
Hours of Operation
the Berns Student Center. Dr. William Walker is the Vice President
Monday - Thursday: 6:00 a.m. - Midnight Methodist University’s Campus Recreation & Intramural
• Student Health Center - Staff includes a full-time nurse and PA. for Student Affairs and Dean of Students.
Friday: 6:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Programs (CRIMP) department aspires to enhance the
Free of charge. Located in West Hall. Dr. Walker is the chief student affairs
Saturday: 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. university experience through leisure activities and alternative
• Center for Personal Development- professional officer for the University and serves on
Sunday: 1:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. educational programs. CRIMP is committed to cultivating a
psychotherapy, mental health counseling, learning disability the president’s cabinet. He is responsible
consultation and addiction treatments are available without healthy social environment through student-driven programs
for all aspects of student life, including
HOW TO GET INVOLVED charge. Located in Pearce Hall.
• Career Services - work-study, internships, resumes and more.
11 departments that provide student
of fitness, sports, wellness, and outdoor adventure.
services and co-curricular programs for Mr. Clifton Bobbitt
Contact Doris Munoz, Associate Dean of Students, at Located in the Berns Student Center. student development and engagement.
• Student Involvement Center - clubs, organizations, Director of Campus Recreation &
dmunoz@methodist.edu or stop by Student Involvement Center Associate Dean of Students
in Berns Student Union. fraternities, sororities, student activities, and Commuter Dr. William H. Walker
Student Association. Located in the Berns Student Center. 910.630.7161
The mission of the Student Involvement Center is to provide VP for Student Affairs & Dean of Students cbobbitt@methodist.edu
meaningful, high quality out-of-class opportunities through • Religious Life - weekly worship services, Holy 910.630.7152
programs and experiences that foster student leadership and Communion, fellowship meals, spiritual growth retreats, wwalker@methodist.edu
leadership development, encourage participation in student clubs forums and open discussions, Bible study, and community
and organizations, assist with the development of a healthy active service projects. Located in the Matthews Ministry Center. Todd Harris is the Senior Associate
lifestyle, and create involvement and service opportunities at • Veteran Services - Assistance for veterans and their Dean of Students. He assists the Dean
Methodist University and in the greater community. dependents. Located in Joe W. Stout Hall, room 100. of Students with the overall supervision
Why should I get involved on campus? When you get involved • Campus Security - Available 24/7. Flat tire, locked your keys and management of Student Affairs and
you have the opportunity to develop leadership skills, become in car, dead battery? Campus security can service any
on-campus situation.
serves as the campus judicial officer. DINING SERVICES
connected to Methodist, make a difference on and off campus, Dean Harris directly oversees Housing
gain a sense of achievement, make new friends, enjoy a variety of and Residence Life, Health Services, the Through a variety of dining locations, broad menu offerings,
experiences, builds your resume, and impress potential employers Center for Personal Development and and friendly and welcoming staff, the staff assures students
and graduate schools. New Student Orientation. an experience they will never forget. Campus Dining Services
are proud to offer a diverse array of innovative meal plans and
Dr. Todd Harris popular brands, such as Chick-fil-A and Starbucks. Students
COMMUTER STUDENTS Senior Associate Dean of Students are invited to join the table and enjoy all that Methodist
FAQs 910.630.7152 University Campus Dining Services has to offer. It will be a
toharris@methodist.edu pleasure serving you.
• Do I need a parking permit? Yes, you must purchase through
the myMU Portal and display correctly on your vehicle. Carol Pope is the Program Coordinator Ms. Joy Presley
• Is there free Internet Access? Yes, you can access Wi-Fi for Student Affairs. She is responsible for Aramark General Manager
anywhere on campus. the operational and functional aspects of 910.884.0065
• Are there computers to use on campus? Yes, there are over 30 the Student Affairs office. Presley-Joy@aramark.com
computers in the Davis Memorial Library, a few in the Lion’s
Den (in Berns Student Center), and in the computer labs Ms. Carol Pope
located in Allison Hall. Program Coordinator, Student Affairs
910.630.7152
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STUDENT HEALTH SERVICES PUBLIC SAFETY MULTICULTURAL AFFAIRS STUDENT INVOLVEMENT
Good health is essential to optimal success in college. Health The Department of Public Safety works 24-7-365 to help Multicultural Affairs strives to provide equitable CENTER
services are provided by a physician assistant and registered keep Methodist University a safer and more secure place to programming for personal, academic, cultural, and
Methodist University’s Student Involvement Center serves as
nurse. The Health Center is located in West Hall providing learn, live, work, and grow. The mission of MU Public Safety professional development for the diverse populations
the central gateway for student life outside of the classroom.
services Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm to is to serve and protect the University community while represented here at Methodist University. The office promotes
The Student Involvement Center is full of opportunities for
students, faculty and staff. We treat acute illnesses, provide fostering an atmosphere of integrity, courtesy, and respect, the retention and success of historically margined students,
every student. Looking to get involved on campus, meet new
preventative health care and health education. while continuously improving the quality and score of the and provides opportunities for university-wide multicultural
friends, and make an impact on the community? Look no more!
department’s services to meet the community’s changing needs. education through interaction and dialogue designed to
The Student Involvement Center staff is here to help find every
Public Safety is committed to delivering the highest level of support the growth and development of all individuals.
student’s “one thing.” If it’s a club, organization, or academic
Lynetta Allen-Geddie, RN, MPH professional support to the students, faculty, staff, and visitors. Further, the office provides individual support and advocacy
honor society, the Office of Student Involvement can help
Director of Health Center to students, faculty, and staff through programming,
students get started. Also housed under this office are Student
910.630.7164 Mark Brewington counseling and advising while promoting diversity and
Activities, the Student Government Association, and Fraternity
lgeddie@methodist.edu Director, Police & Public Safety/ inclusion.
and Sorority Life.
Chief of Police
910.630.7149
STUDENT ACTIVITIES
sbrewington@methodist.edu Cliff Bobbitt
“We Put the ‘U’ in Fun”
Interim Director of Multicultural Affairs
910.630.7161 Student Activities is located in Berns Student Center.
cbobbitt@methodist.edu Students interested in learning about and executing special
events, alternative programs, major concerts, event planning,
and student entertainment should join Student Activities
Committee (SAC). SAC produces weekly events such as
hypnotists, talent shows, live entertainers, casino nights, foam
parties, and much more. The Social Justice Committee (SoJu)
is a SAC subcommittee that addresses social justice issues on
campus. They organize events like Cardboard City, the Hunger
Banquet, Words that Hurt, and much more.
HOUSING AND STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION
The Methodist University Student Government Association
INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS RESIDENCE LIFE (SGA) is composed of all full-time day students as well as
evening students who choose to pay the activity fee. The SGA
The office of International Programs represents students This department values the unique experiences that residence is governed by a constitution and directed by officers and
from more than 70 countries and provides them with the hall living provides. The staff recognizes that residence hall senators elected by the student body. The purpose of the SGA is
CENTER FOR PERSONAL opportunity to receive an exceptional educational experience
at Methodist University. Ms. Lyle Sheppard serves as Director
living is an integral part of the education process. Whether
students live in a traditional hall or suite, we are committed
to represent the students to the University administration and
design programs to meet the needs of the students. All students
DEVELOPMENT of International Programs. She and the IPO team provide to providing each student with a healthy, clean, and safe are encouraged to participate in the programs sponsored by the
outstanding services and support to all of the international living environment. Residence hall staff members are here SGA and to provide new ideas for implementation. Meetings
The Center for Personal Development helps students become students. to provide information, counseling, and programming for are held weekly and are open to all students.
successful in their college life, in relationships, and in everyday At MU International Programs, students will find a variety of residents. By choosing to live in the residence halls, students
life. Individuals who are seeking to meet their highest cultures, and will learn how to share their own unique culture will be at the center of campus activity, close to classes FRATERNITY AND SORORITY LIFE
potential are those who take advantage of the opportunities with the rest of the world. and dining facilities, and right in the midst of many social Fraternity and Sorority Life at Methodist University provides
that the Center for Personal Development offers. Services activities. Living on campus is convenient, affordable, and the opportunity for students to participate in a unique
provided include: Ms. Lyle Sheppard fun! experience. Currently, there are eleven organizations on
◆ Counseling and Psychological Services Director, International Programs campus. Fraternities and sororities have a long-lasting tradition
◆ Drop-in Counseling and Psychotherapy by Appointment 910.630.7225 Ms. Barbara Morgan of the four Greek Pillars – community service, excellence
◆ Education about mental health and addiction lsheppard@methodist.edu Director, Housing & Residence Life in scholarship, leadership development, and sisterhood/
910.630.7256 brotherhood bonds. For more information about Fraternity and
Dr. Deirdre Jackson bamorgan@methodist.edu Sorority Life, or to start your own Greek organization, contact
Director, Center for Personal Development Student Involvement today.
910.630.7150
Ms. Doris Munoz
djackson@methodist.edu
Director of The Student
Involvement Center and
Associate Dean of Students
910.630.7022
dmunoz@methodist.edu
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THE STUDENT CODE OF Preponderance of Evidence
Methodist University hearings, unlike proceedings of a court
Involuntary Withdrawal Policy
In unusual and extraordinary circumstances where the
including the organization’s members, 2) the maintenance of
public order, and 3) the effective sustainment of the educational
CONDUCT PROCESS of law, do not require conclusive proof. Due to the nature of the
student conduct system and the need to balance the rights and
emotional and/or physical welfare of the student and/or
elements of the University community are in jeopardy, it
process. If interim measure are justified, the Dean of Students
office will issue, in writing, all measures to the organization’s
(The official and complete Student Code of Conduct can be found on
the Methodist University website.) privileges of all members of the university community, hearing may become necessary to take steps temporarily separating leadership and any specific individuals associated to the situation.
decisions must be based on preponderance of evidence. A a student or students from the University community. Under Failure to comply with the interim measures may result in a
Introduction
preponderance of evidence exists when a reasonable person, after such circumstances, and with medical and/or psychological violation of the Code of Conduct.
The student conduct process outlines the steps involved in
evaluating all information available at the time of the hearing, consultation, the University, through the Dean of Students or his/
examining and adjudicating reports of Student Code of Conduct
would conclude that it is more likely than not a violation has her designee, reserves the rights to exercise its responsibility to Group Responsibility
violations. The topics covered in this section are listed below.
occurred. The student has the right to appeal a hearing decision involuntarily withdraw a student from the University. Further, the Any student organization, club, fraternity, or sorority can be
Detailed descriptions of them follow.
based on the grounds and procedures outlined in the Methodist University reserves the right to interview a student who has been held responsible for the actions of the organization as a whole
Student Handbook. withdrawn when and if that student contemplates readmission. or the actions of individual members. Students are responsible
Philosophy
for the behaviors of inactive members, former members, and/
Methodist University views its role in the administration of
Reasonable Cause Student Organizations or guests who are associated with the alleged violations. Each
institutional policy as one of both ensuring fairness and providing
Reasonable cause means that there is sufficient evidence to Methodist University is committed to creating and sustaining student organization has the responsibility of taking reasonable
an educational opportunity for the student. This approach
allege that a student has violated the Code of Conduct. Evidence a campus learning environment where students can immerse measures to assure that their actions and behaviors are not in
protects the campus community by providing a system of
is sufficient if a reasonable person would believe that further themselves in the dynamic student engagement activities provided violation of University policies. Therefore, it is the duty of each
sanctions that are educational and hold students accountable for
inquiry into whether a violation occurred is no longer warranted. to enhance the educational experience beyond the classroom. organization to educate its members on the Methodist University
violating university policies. Sanctions are assigned to encourage
The University manages and advises a broad range of student Code of Conduct, University policies, policies connected
the growth and development of students and support the practice
Jurisdiction organizations, clubs, fraternities, and sororities. Participation in specifically to the organization, and applicable laws and statutes
of responsible behavior in a community. This educational
This Code applies to student conduct which occurs on campus these organizations are limited to currently enrolled Methodist in order to reduce the risk of harm and potential for violations of
approach requires a need for understanding and self discipline
or off campus while the student is enrolled at the University. The University students. As such, students are not only bound to the any policies, laws, and statutes.
on the part of the student as well as a respect for the rights and
Code of Conduct applies to all students during interim periods Student Code of Conduct, but student organizations, as a whole, When determining if a student organization will be held
privileges of others.
between semesters and during breaks. The University reserves the are as well. collectively responsible for individual actions of its members or
The basic philosophy and principles that guide the Student
right to administratively sanction or dismiss students, without When a report of an alleged violation of the Student Code of guests, all available evidence and circumstances surrounding the
Code of Conduct at Methodist University are:
applying the official protocol of the Code of Conduct, before Conduct is received by the Student Involvement Center, the Dean specific incident will be fully reviewed and evaluated. Finding a
• The student conduct process is necessary and effective when
their first official day of class if their behavior does not align with of Students Office, Public Safety, or any other University office, group responsible for any violation does not require a minimum
it furthers the learning experience of a student and/
University expectations, principles and/or policies while attending the procedures described herein will be activated. Methodist number of individuals being found responsible for said violation.
or provides protections for the community of which s/he is
University special programs to include orientation programs, University has the right to address any alleged misconduct of any A student organization may be sanctioned for activities and/or
a member.
summer camps and sport camps, etc. In cases where the physical student organization or student group and/or any individuals behaviors not officially sponsored by the organization when the
• When action responding to potential Student Code of
and/or emotional safety are at risk or have been compromised, the affiliated with such groups. majority of the individuals found responsible for the activities
Conduct violations becomes necessary, that action should be
University reserves the right to sanction, suspend and/or remove The processes for adjudicating Student Code of Conduct and/or behaviors are members of the student organization.
handled expeditiously and thoroughly.
student organizations without applying the official protocol of violations are separate from may be pursued independently
• Consideration will be given to all information relevant to
the Code of Conduct. The University reserves the right to deny of federal law, state law, or local ordinances. The University Preliminary Review
the case. This is to ensure that a fair process and appropriate
admission or readmission to any person because of previous may determine how the alleged violation/s impact the student All reports or complaints of alleged misconduct involving a
consideration are extended to all students.
misconduct which may substantially affect the interest of the organization’s status and/or affiliation with the University until the student organization or group will be initially reviewed by the
The Methodist University student conduct system is designed to
University, or to admit or readmit such persons in an appropriate conduct process has been completed. The University may choose Associate Dean of Students/Director of the Student Involvement
provide fairness and appropriate consideration for those students
disciplinary status. The University reserves the right to change not to pursue the alleged violations of any student organization Center or a member of the staff of the Student Involvement
charged with violating the policies of the university and/or the
these behavioral standards and disciplinary procedures at any when deemed appropriate. The University may choose to restrict Center. The Director will meet with the complainant/s,
wider society. Hearing officers will adhere to the following to
time upon general notice to the University community. students’ contact with the organization and vice versa when facts if identified, to hear an oral complaint and explain the
ensure fairness:
and circumstances dictate such action to be appropriate. Finally, investigation, adjudication, and appeal processes. Complaints
• Hearings are restricted to those directly involved with the
Authority for the Administration of this Code the Dean of Students office may determine which University are not recorded and investigative techniques are not applied
incident and those requested to be present by the institution.
The Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students personnel should be informed of the status and outcome of the during the preliminary review. Following the meeting with
• The student charged with a Code of Conduct violation that
is responsible to the President for the administration of this conduct process. the complainant/s, the leader/s within the organization will be
may result in suspension and/or expulsion may bring an
Code. The primary assistant to the Dean of Students for matters These procedures do not apply to sexual discrimination, sexual requested to meet with the Director. During said meeting/s,
advisor from the Methodist University community
of student conduct is the Senior Associate Dean of Students, harassment, sexual violence or any other Title IX-related offenses. the Director will inform the leader/s of the complaint and
(currently enrolled student, faculty or staff member) to the
to whom the administration of this Code and the disciplinary Title IX cases are investigated and adjudicated as outlined in the conduct processes. Meeting/s with student leader/s will not
hearing. Advisors may only counsel the student and may not
system is normally delegated. Yet, the Dean of Students retains Methodist University Handbook. include investigative techniques and recordings. Following the
actively participate in the hearings.
authority over the administering of the Student Code of Conduct. preliminary review, the Director will formally notify the Dean of
• Family members, attorneys or other legal counsel may
Any question of interpretation regarding the Student Code of Interim Measures Students office of the complaint/s and fully recuse any and all staff
not attend or serve as advisors in campus student conduct
Conduct shall be referred to the Dean of Students or designee for In some circumstances, the Dean of Students office may issue within the Student Involvement Center of all conduct proceedings
proceedings.
final determination. interim measures pending consideration of the case through from that point forward. In some circumstances, the Director
• In cases alleging personal violence, sexual harassment, or
these procedures. Interim measures may include, but are not may issue an order for the organization to cease and desist all
sexual misconduct, the person bringing a complaint forward
The Authority of the Dean of Students limited to: an order for the organization to cease and desist activities and operations at the time of the preliminary review.
(or reporting party) may bring an advisor from the Methodist
It is impossible for a single Code of Conduct to cover every all activities and operations, a loss of privileges, membership
community (currently enrolled student, faculty or staff
situation. With this in mind, the President, and the Board of Trustees recruitment restrictions, and the issuance of No Contact Orders. Investigation
member) to the hearing Advisors may only counsel the
of Methodist University have authorized the Vice President of Student It is the obligation of the Dean of Students office to determine Upon receiving notice of the complaint/s from the Associate
student and may not actively participate in the hearings.
Affairs and Dean of Students to enforce, by sanction or policy, if and when interim measures are justified. Interim measures Dean of Students/Director of the Student Involvement Center, the
situations that may not specifically be addressed in this handbook will vary dependent upon, but not limited to, factors such as: Dean of Students office will initiate a thorough investigation into
including matters that are governed by local, state, and/or federal laws. 1) the physical and emotional safety of the campus community the complaint/s. The Dean of Students office has the authority
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