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Ready for the Journey
Dr. Eric Gumm
First-Year Program
Our Purpose Today…
• Discuss thoughts on assisting you and your student with their transition to college life
• Highlight student support services
• Discuss ACU’s philosophy of partnering with parents
First-Year Program
• Passport & Welcome Week• Peer Leaders• Learning Communities• Academic Advising• Academic Coaching• Academic Support Services• Parent Resource
http://www.acu.edu/fyp
ACU Parents Organizationhttp://www.acu.edu/parents
• Parent resources• Monthly email to parents • Monthly guide to the first year• Important dates to remember• Recommendations for support and
encouragement • Upcoming events
Our Guide for this Session…
• Mark LewisAssistant Dean for Spiritual [email protected]
(325) 674-2932 Office: Center for Christian Service & Leadership
(lower level of the Campus Center)
The Division of Student Life
• Who are we?• Our mission• Our view of students• Our partnership with you
The Division of Student Life
Services provided• Residence Life/Housing• Medical Care and
Counseling• The Depot• ACU Police Department• Career Center• Retention/SOS• Judicial Affairs
Student Involvement• Center for Christian Service & Leadership• Student Rec & Wellness Center/Intramurals• Student Productions• Student Organizations• Student Activities• Office of Multicultural Enrichment
The Division of Student Life
The Division of Student Life
Contact us
Student Life office: McKinzie West 135Phone: 325.674.2067
Website http://www.acu.edu/studentlife
RESIDENCE LIFE
Freshmen Halls• Women: Nelson, Gardner, McDonald• Men: Mabee, McKinzie
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 1 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 20 Total Employees
ACUPD–APD Co-Jurisdiction
ACU Police Department
• We treat primary healthcare needs
• All medical information is kept confidential in accordance with HIPAA law
• Fees range from $20-$40 for the 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
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 the first day of class
Psychiatric Care
We provide outpatient treatment for conditions such as
• ADHD• Anxiety• Depression
Fees range from $35 to $150
Services include• Individual Counseling• Group Therapy• Personal/Social Adjustment• Relationships Counseling
Initial session is $10
All counseling records are kept confidential
Center for Christian Service and
Leadership
Equipping students for the Christ-centered journey
Spiritual formation Leadership development Ministry & Service
Your questions?
If your student is struggling…
Contact the SOS CoordinatorRetention and Student Services
www.acu.edu/sos
Closing Comments
Remember these scheduled presentations by Student Life partners:
• SOS and other Student Services• Office of Multicultural Enrichment
“Letting Go: A Parents Guide to Understanding the College Years” Karen Coburn (Washington Univ. St. Louis)
“You’re on Your Own, But I’m Here if You Need Me”Marjorie Savage (Univ. of Minn.)
“Don’t Tell Me What to Do, Just Send Money”Helen Johnson and Christine Shelhaus-Miller (Cornell)
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