Welcome Weekend Parent Session

January 2015

Welcome…

• Chris Riley, J.D.Vice President for Student Lifechris.riley@acu.edu

www.acu.edu/studentlife (325) 674-2067 Campus Center, Suite 44 (Lower level)

Our Purpose Today…

• Introduce ourselves and provide an overview of services available for assisting your student

• Express our desire to partner with you

• Answer your questions

ACU Parents Organizationhttp://www.acu.edu/parents

• Parent resources• Upcoming events and important

dates to remember• Opportunities to get involved and

stay connected• Todays slides

(www.acu.edu/parentsession)

The Division of Student Life

• Our mission• Our view of students• Our partnership with you

Student Involvement• Center for Christian Service & Leadership

• Ministry, Service, and Chapel• Student Rec & Wellness Center/Intramurals• Student Organizations • Student Activities and Productions• Office of Multicultural Enrichment

The Division of Student Life

The Division of Student Life

Student Services • Residence Life/Housing• ACU Police Department• Medical Care and

Counseling• SOAR • Career Center• The Depot (Billing)

RESIDENCE LIFE

Professional and Student staff onsite• Area Coordinators/Directors• Resident Assistants

ACU POLICE DEPARTMENT

Full Service Police Department

Experienced Officers 16 Certified Texas Peace Officers

3 shifts, 24 hour coverage Full-time Detective/Investigator Very Experienced Staff – 357 Combined Years 8 Master Peace Officers Dedicated & Friendly Administrative Support Staff

24/7, Full Service Police Department Full Partnership/Co-Jurisdiction

with Abilene Police Dept.

Services Provided 24/7 Patrol (On & Off-Campus) Foot Patrol, Vehicle Patrol, Bike Patrol Case Reports & Investigations Traffic Accident Reports Safety Escorts Crime Prevention& Safety Classes Traffic Enforcement Parking System Management

Permits & Parking Enforcement

ACUPD Staffing 1 Chief of Police 1 Lieutenant 2 Sergeant/ Patrol Supervisor 1 Sergeant/ Criminal Investigator 10 Full-time Police Officers/Patrol 2 Part-time Police Officers/ Patrol 1 Office Manager/Coordinator 7 Part-time Student Staff 21 Total Employees

ACUPD–APD Co-Jurisdiction

ACU Police Department

Sara Trammell, M.D.Medical Director

Jennifer Flores, NP-CNurse Practitioner

• There is a $35 fee for each office visit; labs and tests are an additional charge

• We do not bill insurance but will provide documentation if you wish to file a claim

• Students may pay with check, cash or credit card OR have the charges placed on their ACU banner account

• All medical information is kept confidential in accordance with HIPAA law

Required Immunizations:

• Completed MMR series

• Completed Tetanus series; booster within the last ten years

• Meningococcal Meningitis Vaccine must be administered within the last five years and no later than 10 days prior to move-in day; waived if 22 or over

Counseling Center Staff

Steve RowlandsDirector

Tim EhrhartAssistant Director

Cara FlandersCounselor

Gretchen EtheredgeCounselor

Karen DouglasCounselor

Dr. John CasadaPsychiatrist

Services include individual, group, and couples counseling

We provide help with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, adjustment difficulties, and other emotional needs

Initial session is $10

All counseling records are kept confidential

Psychiatric Care

We provide outpatient treatment for conditions such as

• ADHD• Anxiety• Depression

Fees range from $35 to $150

Your questions?

SOAR

It is a referral program designed to assist students get connected to resources on the ACU campus.

We seek to create a safe environment for students to discuss challenges and obstacles they face.

We provide a secure, online referral form.

SOAR

After students are referred, we contact them and connect them with campus resources, such as: Counseling Center / Medical Clinic Alpha Scholars Program Career Counseling / Career Center Residence Life Academic Development Center The Writing / Speaking Centers Student Financial Services

SOAR

Our staff support students in numerous ways: by helping reach solutions to new

barriers, by helping navigate financial concerns

or questions, by serving as advocates for students in

discussions with faculty, by providing a safe, confidential

environment to relate to others, and many other support functions.

SOAR

Who can refer? Anyone concerned about a student:

parents, peers on campus, or ACU faculty and staff members. 

How do I know when to refer? If you are unsure about the best campus

resource for a student or if you would like some coaching on the best way to handle a student situation, please call us and we will evaluate the situation together.

• Online referral: www.acu.edu/soar

• Call Us - 325.674.2036

• Email - soar@acu.edu

YOU ARE HERE

S E A R C H

Internships

Shadow

ing

Resumes Study

Abroad

Summer Jobs

CAREER Undergrad Research

Mock

Inter

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Cover

Letter

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Student Association

On-Cam

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Jobs

Social Media

LocalJobs

Spring

Break

Campaigns

Graduat

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Profes

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ACU Career Center

The ACU Career Center is here to help students honor God by engaging in the exploration and preparation to achieve “good-fit” career goals.

Explore | Prepare | Execute | Achieve

• Career Advising• Resumé Reviews• Mock Interviews• Job and Internship Search

Assistance• Networking Tips• Develop a professional online

presence

How We Can Help Your Student

Top Ten Qualities Employers Seek

Based on respondents’ answers to survey through May 2012.

1. Verbal Communication Skills

2. Strong Work Ethic

3. Teamwork Skills

4. Analytical Skills

5. Motivation/Initiative

6. Problem Solving Skills

7. Written Communication Skills

8. Interpersonal Skills

9. Computer Skills

10. Flexibility/Adaptability

College Central Network

Search for full-time jobs and internships

Upload or create your resume, cover letter and portfolio

RSVP for upcoming events

How You Can Help Encourage your student to engage with us now to lay

the foundational work and devise a focused plan. Encourage your student to get involved on campus.

Active campus engagement will help your student learn some important things about their skills, preferences and interests and help prepare them for a successful internship or job search.

Be an open, receptive sounding board for your student as they are considering various academic majors and exploring possible careers.

Work with your student to identify your relevant colleagues, friends and relatives to connect with for informational interviews.

Connect With Us

The Depot

The Depot Financial Aid

Schedule appointments Receive and provide

forms Review Financial Aid

Award and scholarships

Verification documents

Billing Process cash and

check payments Wildcat Pay support Credit balance

refunds Payment plans eBill questions

The Depot Registrar

Registration assistance Request a transcript Receive and provide

forms Certification of

enrollment Advisor information

Residence Life Housing information

The Depot Student ID Card

Replacements Parking Permits Notary Public Available Name and Address Changes Not sure who to call? Just call

the Depot!Contact us: 1-888-588-6083 thedepot@acu.edu acu.edu/thedepot

Students can view account information on The Depot link in myACU

Registrar’s Office

Family Educational Rights & Privacy Act - 1976

The primary rights afforded to the student are:

The right to inspect and review their education records.

The right to have some control over the disclosure of information from the records.

The right for the student to retain control of access to education records.

Enrollment Verification Primarily for insurance purposes

Certificates can be obtained by the student from The Depot link on myACU or through the Registrar’s office website

Verification for each semester begins two weeks before the first day of class

Dropping / WithdrawingDropping a Course – during a long

semester Day 1-5: “drop”; no transcript record,

does not count against block tuition hours

Beginning Day 6: “withdraw”; student uses withdrawal form, ‘W’ on transcript, counts against block tuition hours

No drop/withdrawal after week 12; student earns grade & becomes a part of their permanent record

Withdrawing from the University

What does this entail? Withdrawal from all classes and

leaving ACU

Student receives W grades

Student can contact The Depot to begin this process, but we hope that it will not be necessary

A Few Things to Remember

Be aware of the academic calendar. Check the Registrar’s website for access to it.

Remind your student about ACU email.

Students who are responsible for their own business learn problem solving skills that are very important – resist the urge to jump in and take care of things.

ACU is a great place for students to make mistakes.

Academic Development Center

Services Include: Academic Coaching and Academic

Skills Workshops for time management, study skills, and test preparation

Discovery Workshops University Testing Center Academic Advising for Undeclared

students

Your questions?