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