Commuter Orientation

Joy Bryant, Alumni RelationsMonica Perez, Counseling & Health

Frequently Asked Questions

LOGISTICS• What are the options for

food?• What about parking? • Where can I hang out

between classes

CAMPUS LIFE• What is there to do? • Who do I need to know?• What services are available

• Are there other expectations of me?

WHAT are the options for food?

COST / PAYMENT• Flex account with

Pioneer Services

LOCATIONS• Dining Commons• The Grill• The Coffee Shop

WHAT about parking?

• Commuter Parking Permit – PERMITS ARE FREE… tickets are not– Register at myswu.edu (Student tab)– Pick up the permit from your Post Office Mailbox (make sure

you get one!)

• Parking locations– Newby Education Center– Gravel lot across from Newton Hobson Chapel & Fine Arts

Center– Tysinger Athletic Center

Where can I hang out between classes and for homework?

• Newton Hobson Green Room – 2nd floor

• Warrior Pit / Picnic Area• The Coffee Shop

• Commuter Lounge– Jennings Campus Life

Center – 3rd floor– Rickman Library – 2nd floor

• Residence Hall Lobbies

What is there to do?

• Intramural Sports• Game/Activity Room (Jennings Campus Life Center)• Athletic Events • Fine Arts Events • Homecoming• Volleyball/Basketball/Tennis at the Warrior Pit• Fitness/Weight Room (Tysinger Athletic Center)• Student Activities – check the website calendar for updates• Service Projects • Student Government

WHAT IS THERE TO DO?

WHAT IS THERE TO DO?

WHAT IS THERE TO DO?

WHO do I need to know?

• Dr. Joe Brockinton, Vice President of Student Life• Dr. Justin Carter, Associate VP of Student Life• Yvonne Duckett, Career Services• Monica Perez, Counseling & Health Services• Lori Herron, University Nurse• Maggie Turner, Community Engagement • Rev. Ken Dill, University Chaplain• Rev. Dave Tolan, Missionary in Residence

Who do I need to know?

Dr. Joe BrockintonVice President for Student Life

Who do I need to know?

Dr. Justin CarterAssociate VP for Student Life

Who do I need to know?

Yvonne DuckettCareer Services

Who do I need to know?

Monica PerezCounseling & Health Services

Who do I need to know?

Lori HerronUniversity Nurse

Who do I need to know?

Rev. Ken DillUniversity Chaplain

Who do I need to know?

Rev. Dave TolanMissionary in Residence

WHAT services are available?

• Career Services (check the timeline – start early!)• Counseling & Health Center• Computer labs• Practice rooms• Library • Tutoring / Writing coach • SWU Alert Notification System– Text: ‘swualerts’ to 74679

Are there other expectations of me?

• Build relationships!– Engage with other students – develop lifelong friendships – Speak with professors outside of class – they are there to educate

and support you– Mentor relationships will change the trajectory of your life

• Go to chapel!– Commuters have the same requirements as resident students (24

per semester of approximately 40 chapels offered)– Check online for the schedule/upcoming events

• Get the most out of your education!– Career planning starts now – internships, work study and summer

jobs can help