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The Guide Welcome to York College
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Succeeding at York College
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Access to My Student’s Records
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Developing a Personal Strategic Plan
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Exploring Academic Support Services
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Discovering the Campus Community Campus Map
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Getting Involved on Campus Staying Safe and Healthy Academic Calendar
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Quick Reference Phone Numbers York College Glossary
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WELCOME TO YORK COLLEGE
Dear incoming York College parents and families, Let us be one of the first of many to welcome you to the York College of Pennsylvania family! We were first introduced to York College when our daughter, Elexa, expressed interest because of the nursing program and soccer team. After campus visits, the family, especially Elexa, knew it was the “right fit” for her! With three children at different colleges, we can proudly say that York College is a unique and special community that brings out the best in its students, faculty, and staff. Throughout her college years, Elexa flourished academically, socially, and athletically. The affordability and quality of the York College experiences inside and outside the classroom exceeded our expectations. As parents, we remember the shift from being very excited about the process and decision to having many questions as the important transition approached. The York College Parent & Family Guide is an important resource designed to answer your questions about services, resources, and expectations. We hope it provides the details you need to feel confident and secure about your student’s decision to attend York College. It certainly helped our family. We hope your student’s and your experiences at York will be as fulfilling as ours!
Scott and Jill Sherman Parents of Elexa
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Being a successful student means becoming part of the community.
SUCCEEDING AT YORK COLLEGE 6
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SHARE THESE IMPORTANT TIPS WITH YOUR STUDENT: Entering college is like entering a new city — new people to meet, new lingo to learn, new challenges to face. Here are some tips on finding your way around our city of learners. Attend all classes. If you miss classes, it is like coming into a conversation in the middle. You won’t know how to join in. Get to know your professors. At York, we have small classes so that professors and students can learn from one another, both in and out of class. Make at least two friends in each class. And look for friends who want to talk about what you’re learning; that will help you to really understand, not just memorize. Also, friends help add a layer of accountability about going to class and staying on top of your work. Learn how to manage your time. Treat your studies like a job, show up on time, get your work done, and then enjoy the free time you’ve set aside. Get involved in at least one club. College isn’t just about classes; it’s about sharing activities with this community of other learners. York has more than 100 clubs and organizations. Trust us, there’s one for you. Use the services we’ve built into our community. If you are struggling in a class, visit the professional and peer tutors in the Academic Support Center. If you can’t decide on a major or potential career, take a walk to the Student Success Division Center, where you can have a conversation about your future — remember, your advisor is always there to help. Manage stress and anxiety. Transitioning from high school to this new community can be stressful, but a talk with the caring people in Counseling Services can help you manage when it feels like you can’t.
If you practice these good habits, you’ll always feel like you’re part of the conversation — and part of our community of learners. York College of Pennsylvania
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ACCESS TO MY STUDENT’S RECORDS The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) is a federal law that affords students certain rights with respect to their educational records. 8
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FERPA gives parents certain rights with respect to their children’s education records. These rights transfer to the student when he or she reaches the age of 18 or attends a school beyond the high school level. Students to whom the rights have transferred are “eligible students.” For additional information, refer to the College Catalog, which is the Registrar’s official breakdown of degree requirements and is available on our website.
Students and parents are encouraged to openly discuss matters of disclosure to establish a shared expectation of appropriate behavior. General directory information is distributed without prior consent of the student. Students who do not wish such information to be released or made public may inform the Admissions Office, if a new student, or the Records Office, if a returning student, in writing by Sept. 1 for the fall semester or Jan. 15 for the spring semester.
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DEVELOPING A PERSONAL STRATEGIC PLAN Student Success Division
Academic Advising
Through the Student Success Division, York provides academic and career development support to help your student turn their goals into achievements. Whether they need a tutor, help revising a paper, or tips to hone their study skills, York has it. We also connect students with employers, provide workshops on writing résumés and cover letters that get results, and teach them how to interview like a pro. In fact, 100 percent of qualified York students have the opportunity to take part in hands-on learning. The offices under the Student Success Division include Academic Advising, Academic Support Center, Career Development, Student Accessibility Services, Study Abroad Center, Undeclared Advising, and the Writing Center. This division also oversees the Community Scholarship Program which seeks to identify and prepare a group of York City youth as future business and professional leaders for the York community.
Academic Advising at York College is a faculty-based process in which all fulltime faculty, select adjunct faculty and administrators, and professional advisors in the Academic Advising Center provide academic advising to students. Each student is partnered with an advisor in his/her major area of study.
Location: Campbell Hall Phone: 717.815.1493
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Location: Campbell Hall Phone: 717.815.1531
Undeclared students are assigned a specially trained academic advisor and participate in York’s unique Explore 360 program. The program works with undeclared students to discover and target their academic strengths and interests, and explore possible major choices and career paths. Students have the support of a professional academic advisor and peer advisor to help guide them through the decision-making process. Academic advisors serve as a vital resource – they listen to students’ goals, monitor their academic progress, offer suggestions for academic support, evaluate
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course schedules, and discuss academic preparation for careers. To facilitate this holistic planning process, all students at York College receive access and guidance through My Plan, containing many helpful resources for academic, career and co-curricular planning and goal setting. Each student is encouraged to meet regularly with his/her advisor to discuss the development and implementation of his/her individual My Plan. While Academic Advising assists students in their academic planning, it is ultimately the student’s responsibility to meet the academic requirements for graduation.
Career Development Center Location: Campbell Hall Phone: 717.815.1452
The Career Development Center assists students with career exploration and development through: • Individual appointments • Workshops and services • Resources and special events • Spartan Career Path Staff guides students through the process of selecting a major, identifying and
securing an internship, preparing résumés, developing interviewing skills, locating full-time employment opportunities, and applying to graduate schools. The Center’s four-year program, Plan To Succeed, encourages all students to personalize their own academic and career plans during their York College experience. Through the program, they are guided to engage, explore, experience, and emerge as professionals in their chosen field or discipline. Spartan Career Path provides students with around-the-clock access to job, internship and on-campus student employment postings, event information, job and internship fairs, appointment scheduling, and more. The Center encourages skill development including self-assessment, job search skills, and preparation for life after college, which students will use throughout their lives. The services, resources, and events available through the Career Development Center are designed to empower students to be active participants in their own career development and life planning. They offer events such as résumé reviews, job and internship fairs, and networking opportunities as well.
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EXPLORING ACADEMIC SUPPORT SERVICES Academic Support Center
Library and Technology Services
The Academic Support Center (ASC) helps students become engaged learners who achieve academic success. The ASC staff, consisting of both peer and professional tutors, offers a variety of academic support services that provide students with the opportunity to learn in a supportive environment.
The Library and Technology Services Department supports:
Location: Humanities Center Phone: 717.815.6598
The ASC offers: • Writing assistance for assignments in every course. • Math tutoring for all levels. • Academic skills coaching. • Tutoring services for courses in a variety of disciplines. • Study groups, workshops, and review sessions. Students may schedule an appointment at the ASC or view student group and tutoring schedules through the MyYCP portal.
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Location: Schmidt Library Phone: 717.815.1304
• Over 40 computer labs on campus, including eight general-purpose labs and 35+ specialty labs that offer over 1,000 up-to-date computers. • 130 smart classrooms that use projection systems, multimedia equipment, and the Internet to complement the learning process. • Full network and Internet access, cable TV with an expanded lineup, including HBO and HD digital channel offerings, and local telephone service in all residence hall rooms. • Numerous hot spots for Wi-Fi wireless connectivity around campus, including all residence facilities. The Information Technology Help Desk is available to answer any technologyrelated questions and to assist students in connecting their computer to the College network.
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The York College portal (my.ycp.edu) is a central web area where students may access email, campus and group announcements, courses, their personal calendar, student accounts, register and drop/add classes (matriculated students only), and much more. Need help? Start a support ticket by emailing ithelp@ycp.edu.
The Library’s web page (library.ycp.edu) is a portal to thousands of electronic books and journals as well as to databases that access millions of articles. Students can obtain material from other libraries at no charge through our Interlibrary Loan service. Research librarians provide expert assistance with course assignments, from short reports to term papers, in all disciplines.
Schmidt Library
Student Accessibility Services
Phone: 717.815.1304 Schmidt Library provides a dynamic learning environment that contributes to students’ academic success. Group study rooms, welcome lounge seating, and individual carrels for quiet study are an alternative to dorm rooms or computer labs. State-of-the art technology includes laptops for use on the York College wireless network, digital cameras, scanners, digital plotter, and digital projection for presentations. The Library has over 150,000 books as well as CDs, DVDs, popular magazines, newspapers, and books for recreational reading.
Location: Humanities Center Phone: 717.815.1785
York College is dedicated to serving the needs of its students regardless of disability. In accordance with state and federal guidelines, the College will reasonably accommodate the needs of any student with a documented disability provided such accommodation does not constitute a fundamental alteration of the school’s program of education. Determining eligibility for an accommodation is the responsibility of the Director of Student Accessibility Services in Academic Services.
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DISCOVERING THE CAMPUS COMMUNITY The York College community includes students who live at home locally and commute to campus, live in residence halls on campus, and live in other campus housing. Residence Life
Location: Iosue Student Union Phone: 717.815.1281 The Residence Life program provides a comfortable, safe living environment that’s focused on supporting academic success, individual growth, and group interaction and development. York College is a four-year residential college. All freshmen, sophomores, juniors, and seniors are required to live on campus, unless they are enrolled as a commuting student. At York, commuters are those students who reside in the home of their parents/guardians within a 35-mile radius of the York College campus, or are over the age of 22. Within the residence halls, Residence Life staff (professional staff members called Area Coordinators and student leaders known as Resident Assistants) work as a team to manage the facilities and to provide programming geared toward students’
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intellectual, physical, social, cultural, and professional development. Freshmen are typically placed in traditional or suite-style living, and Resident Assistants are trained to help freshmen become acclimated to college life. Students are members of their residence hall community, the College’s academic and civil community, and the surrounding community. They have the rights, duties, and obligations associated with being a citizen in these communities. The College’s disciplinary process is an educational one, designed to encourage and promote the process of self-discipline. Disciplinary action can be taken against students for misconduct/incidents while on or off campus. This includes misconduct that is a violation of College standards, regulations, or the law, and is detrimental to the College’s lawful mission and interests.
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Commuter Students Students whose permanent residence is within the local area can choose to commute from home. These students make up approximately 35 percent of the York College student body and are an important part of our campus community. The College provides a variety of resources for students who regularly come and go from campus including: • Designated commuter parking lots • Extensive campus resource hours • Wireless computer access • Variety of meal plan and dining options • Commuter lounge in the Student Union
Current commuter students note that becoming involved with campus life in their first semesters was an important part of their success: • Join a student activity to continue an interest or start a new one. • Work on campus. • Play intramural sports. • Spend time in residence halls with classmates and friends. • Get to know your professors outside of class.
And, of course, the MyYCP student portal, campus website, and official social media pages are essential resources to know what’s happening throughout the York College community. In fact, students know that following the campus Twitter account, @yorkcollegepa, is a great way to find out about campus closures, road restrictions, activities, and more (the account will absolutely respond to questions too). York College of Pennsylvania
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CAMPUS MAP LIVE WELL FROM DAY ONE @ycpadmissions
State-of-the-art classroom buildings. Active campus life. The region’s best athletic center and performing arts facilities. We invite you to explore our beautiful 190-acre campus and the surrounding York community. @youryorkcollege
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YORK COLLEGE CAMPUS HIGHLIGHTS
16. Grumbacher Athletic Center
A 1,700-seat gym, field house with elevated indoor track, 12-lane pool, cutting-edge fitness center, two-story climbing wall, racquetball court, multi-purpose rooms, and café make Grumbacher one of the top athletic and recreation facilities in the region.
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50. Willman Business Center
Willman opened in 2013 and features a 150-seat lecture hall, smart classrooms, a glassenclosed corporate training center, meeting areas for students and labs, including a NASDAQ training lab where students simulate stock trades in real time.
47. Waldner Performing Arts Center
WPAC features 705seat York Collegiate Theatre and 125seat Perko Playpen Theatre, an experimental black box theatre. Student groups perform in both venues. Facilities include a scene shop, green room and costume shop. WPAC is the site of many campus performances, lectures and events.
18. Robert V. Iosue Student Union
The heart of campus is home to 100+ student organizations. Also based here: the Admissions Welcome Center, Bookstore and radio station WVYC. You can grab a bite at Spart’s Den. York’s main dining facility, Johnson Dining Hall, has just undergone a complete makeover. Located on the first floor of Iosue, it’s open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
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MAIN CAMPUS 1 Admissions Welcome Center 2 Appell Life Sciences Building 3 Arnold House 4 Beard Hall 5 Bookstore 7 Brougher Chapel 8 Campbell Hall 9 Codorus Hall 11 Curry House 13 Evelyn and Earle Wolf Hall 14 Evergreen Hall 17 Humanities Center 18 losue Student Union 19 Kieffer House 20 Kings Mill Depot 22 Laurel Hall 24 Manor Hall East 25 Manor Hall North 26 Manor Hall Northeast 27 Manor Hall South
DOWNTOWN YORK LOCATIONS
28 Manor Hall West 29 Miller Administration Building 30 Naylor Ecological Sciences Center 31 Newberry House 32 Northside Commons 34 Penn Hall 35 Pershing House 36 President’s Home 38 Schmidt Library 39 Shipley Education Center 41 Springdale Hall 42 Springettsbury Hall 43 Susquehanna Hall 44 Tyler Run Apartments I 45 Tyler Run Apartments II 46 Tyler Run Apartments III 47 Waldner Performing Arts Center 48 Wenger House 50 Willman Business Center 51 Willow Hall
PARKING WEST CAMPUS A Admissions Parking 6 Brockie Commons V Visitor Parking 10 Country Club Manor Apartments 12 Diehl Hall 15 Grantley Hall 16 Grumbacher Sport & Fitness Center 21 Kinsley Engineering Center 23 Little Run Lodge 33 Nursing Education Center 37 Richland Hall 40 Spring Garden Apartments 49 West Campus Community Center
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Transportation The York College campus, which spans approximately 190 acres, consists of Main Campus, West Campus, and North Campus. Although these areas are within two to three blocks of each other, campus shuttle service is available to transport students between them. Shuttle pickup locations are centrally located, with three stops on Main Campus and five stops on West Campus. Students are permitted to have motor vehicles on campus, with certain parking restrictions in place. Students who operate a vehicle on campus must register with the Department of Campus Safety within two business days of the vehicle’s arrival on campus. A valid parking permit must be purchased and displayed in vehicles parked on campus. Parking permits are valid from September to August and are renewed at the beginning of each academic year in September. Various types of public transportation options are available to students: • Rabbittransit – public bus system of 12 routes serving York and surrounding suburbs. • Regional Amtrak services – stations in Harrisburg, Pa., Lancaster, Pa., and Baltimore, Md. • Airports – 40 miles to Harrisburg International Airport (MDT) and 65 miles to Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI). • Bus – York Capitol Greyhound Bus Station is located in downtown York. • Weekend Shuttles – Campus shuttles take scheduled trips every weekend to local shopping centers, movie theaters, grocery stores, etc. This is free of charge to all YCP students.
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GETTING INVOLVED ON CAMPUS Student Activities and Orientation Location: Iosue Student Union Phone: 717.815.1239
The Office of Student Activities and Orientation (OSAO) creates a safe and caring environment in which student growth is enhanced through a variety of opportunities and experiences. The Office creates opportunities for student participation and leadership through its volunteerism efforts, orientation programs, and work with more than 100 clubs, organizations, Greek Life, Student Senate, Campus Activities Board (CAB), and the Leadership Series. Partnering with students and student organizations, OSAO plans and implements
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programs for smaller groups on campus as well as for the entire student population. From comedians to major concerts, to Midnight Madness, to leadership sessions, to Relay for Life, these collaborative efforts between students and professionals contribute to the liberal arts mission of the College. The OSAO is a good place for students to find out what’s going on at York College and how to get involved. And in the rare instance they don’t find something that fits their interests, OSAO will show students how to start their own club. To get students engaged from day one, an Involvement Fair is held on the Main Campus during the first few weeks of class so freshmen can sign up for clubs and organizations right away.
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competition coming from its own Middle Atlantic Conference (MAC). The Spartan coaching staff welcomes inquiries from prospective student-athletes. Additionally, while Division III athletics offer a greater opportunity for participation, competition for existing roster spots is intense. The Spartan program makes its home in Grumbacher Sport and Fitness Center (GSFC), a 160,000-square-foot, state-ofthe-art facility completed in 2006. The complex serves as the destination for virtually all of the intercollegiate, recreation, and fitness-related activities on campus. At the GSFC, the College offers a robust campus recreation program with numerous club and intramural sports opportunities. While intramural sports focus on peerversus-peer competition, club sports offer students the chance to compete against other two- and four-year institutions in a less demanding environment than varsity programs.
Athletics and Recreation
Location: Grumbacher Sport and Fitness Center Phone: 717.815.6600 York College provides a quality athletic program for men and women on 23 intercollegiate athletic teams. With an emphasis on participation, quality competition, and academic integrity, York coaches expect student-athletes on their squads to exemplify academic and athletic excellence. York is an NCAA Division III member institution; therefore, it awards financial aid based on need only. The Spartans compete with some of the best Division III schools in the country, with much of this top-flight
The GSFC also serves many recreational enthusiasts, who work out in the fitness center, swim laps in the natatorium, shoot hoops in the field house, or find a route to the top of the climbing wall. The GSFC has extended hours to help accommodate a variety of schedules throughout the semester as well as limited hours during breaks.
Intercultural Student Life and Global Programming Location: Iosue Student Union Phone: 717.815.1916
The Intercultural Student Life and Global Programming Office provides educational and social programs related to diversity and multiculturalism for the campus community. These programs enrich the overall educational experience and assist with creating an inclusive environment,
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leading to the holistic development of students. The Intercultural Student Life and Global Programming Office also works closely with international students and exchange students, assisting with acclimation and transition to York College life, the York community, and American society. In support of this mission, the Intercultural Student Life and Global Programming Office is actively involved with the following campus organizations: • Intercultural Affairs Council • Unity Club • International Students Club • Hispanic Cultural Society • LAMBDA: LGBT Alliance • African Student Association (ASA) • Hillel
Spiritual Life
Location: Iosue Student Union Phone: 717.815.1446 Spiritual Life is affiliated with the Student Affairs Division of York College. College chaplains are available to students for worship leadership, religious guidance, and counseling. Religious organizations on the York College campus include: • Newman Club – known as Catholic Campus Ministry. • Hillel – national organization that offers spiritual guidance and activities to students of the Jewish faith. • InterVarsity Christian Fellowship – students, faculty, and staff who gather to meet and be renewed by Jesus. • Christian Fellowship Organization – student-led Christian organization. Students of all Christian denominations and churches are welcome. • Council on Spiritual Life – composed of the campus chaplains, the coordinator of Spiritual Life, and representatives of the administration, faculty, and student body.
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STAYING SAFE AND HEALTHY Campus Safety
Location: Manor Northeast Phone: 717.815.1314 The Department of Campus Safety creates a safe and secure educational environment at York College. The Department operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, with officers — both professional and student — patrolling the campus on foot, bicycles, Segways, and in vehicles. Officers respond to calls for service and assistance; enforce college policies, traffic, and parking regulations; and investigate all reported criminal activity. A 24-hour-a-day escort program for students to all campus locations is available. In addition, the Department operates the Campus Shuttle system that transports students throughout Main, North, and West campuses. Campus Safety also provides comprehensive crime prevention and education programs for the College community, which include the new student safety orientation; Rape Aggression Defense, Self-Defense Awareness, and Familiarization Exchange classes. In addition, the Department publishes an annual security report that includes crime statistics and security policy statements in compliance with the Clery Act.
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York College ID Card The Department of Campus Safety coordinates the York College ID card system. Students are expected to have their ID cards with them at all times. In addition to providing appropriate identification, the card provides entrance into residence halls and other campus facilities. York College’s ID card also serves as the “Flex Card” with debit-card capabilities. The card may be used for purchases in the Bookstore, dining services, vending and laundry locations, computer lab printing, postal center, Schmidt Library, digital copier services, and several off-campus vendors.
Health Services
Location: Iosue Student Union Phone: 717.849.1615 Health Services provides a number of services to students of York College, including but not limited to: • Injury evaluations • Throat cultures • Urinalysis testing • Tuberculosis screening and testing
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Counseling Services
Location: Iosue Student Union Phone: 717.815.6437 Counseling Services offers the following free, confidential services for York College students: • Individual and group counseling • Walk-in consultations • Education and support • Online mental health screenings • Emergency psychological services • Outreach programming • Referrals to community resources Health Services is open from 8:30 a.m.– 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. The staff are all RNs. There is a nominal charge for some services; please see the “Health Services” web page for details: ycp.edu/health-services. Other charges may apply and are subject to student insurance guidelines if specimens are sent to outside facilities. Parents should talk with their students about how to get their health care needs met. Providing them with their own insurance card, explaining whether prior authorization is needed, and having them know what hospitals, laboratories, pharmacies, and specialists in the York area are participating with their insurance is very helpful. In addition, sending basic supplies for self-care (such as a thermometer, Motrin or Tylenol, Band-Aids, decongestants, etc.) can help students adjust to having to care for some common ailments.
Throughout a student’s experiences in higher education, he/she will face many natural, developmental concerns, including meeting new people, forming relationships, experiencing new levels of freedom and responsibility, and furthering identity development. Professional counselors are available to assist students with these issues. Sometimes more difficult mental health and wellness issues arise. Normally these problems are relatively temporary and students recover fairly quickly. However, if the intensity or persistence of any problems makes it hard for your student to function effectively, or if your student is experiencing suicidal thoughts or feelings, we recommend encouraging him or her to access Counseling Services right away. Parents may call or visit Counseling Services for inquiries and/or guidance pertaining to a student concern. Although referrals are welcome, we have found that it usually works best to support the student in taking the initiative to access our services themselves. All records pertaining to students are maintained according to American Counseling Association ethical guidelines.
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Fall Semester 2020
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August 21
Friday
Fall Orientation for New Students begins
August 24
Monday
Evening classes begin at 5:00 p.m., including 1st cohort classes
August 25
Tuesday
Day classes begin including 1st cohort classes Late Registration Fee Applies
September 2
Wednesday
Last day to drop or add classes for the semester including 1st cohort classes and special studies
September 7
Monday
Labor Day – No Classes
September 14–16
Mon–Wed
Warning Grades issued to students for 1st Cohort classes
September 15
Monday
Last day to apply for Winter Graduation
September 18
Friday
Last day to withdraw from 1st cohort classes
October 2–4
Fri–Sun
Fall Fest (Family and Homecoming Weekend)
October 3–9
Sat–Fri
Warning grades issued to students for 1st cohort classes
October 9
Friday
Fall Break begins 5:00 p.m.
October 14
Wednesday
Classes resume 8:00 a.m.
October 15–19
Thu–Mon
Final examinations for 1st cohort classes
October 19
Monday
Last day of 1st cohort classes
October 20
Tuesday
First day of 2nd cohort classes
October 22
Thursday
Last day to drop or add classes for 2nd cohort classes
October 23
Friday
Last day to withdraw from full semester classes or from the college for the semester
November 4–6
Wed–Fri
Warning grades issued to students for 2nd cohort classes
November 10
Tuesday
Last day to withdraw from 2nd cohort classes
November 24
Tuesday
Thanksgiving Vacation begins 10:00 p.m.
November 30
Monday
Classes resume 8:00 a.m.
December 8
Tuesday
Last day of full semester and 2nd cohort day classes for the semester
December 9
Wednesday
Reading Day – No Classes
December 9
Wednesday
Final Examinations for Wednesday EVENING classes including cohort classes
December 10–15
Thu–Tue
Final Examinations for full semester and 2nd cohort classes
December 16
Wednesday
Winter Commencement 10:15 a.m.
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ACADEMIC CALENDAR Spring Semester 2021 January 19
Tuesday
January Student Orientation for New Students
January 20
Wednesday
Day and Evening Classes begin including 1st cohort classes. Late Registration Fee Applies
January 27
Wednesday
Last day to drop or add classes for the semester including 1st cohort classes and special studies
February 5
Friday
Last day to apply for Spring Graduation
February 8–10
Mon–Wed
Warning grades issued to students for 1st cohort classes
February 12
Friday
Last day to withdraw from 1st cohort classes
February 27
Saturday
Winter Vacation begins 2:00 p.m.
March 8
Monday
Classes resume 8:00 a.m.
March 8–13
Mon–Sat
Warning Grades issued to students for full semester classes
March 12–16
Fri–Tue
Final examinations for 1st cohort classes
March 16
Tuesday
Last day of 1st cohort classes
March 17
Wednesday
First day of 2nd cohort classes
March 19
Friday
Last day to drop or add classes for 2nd cohort classes
March 26
Friday
Last day to withdraw from full semester classes or from the college for the semester
March 31
Wednesday
Spring Vacation begins 10:00 p.m.
April 5–7
Mon–Wed
Warning grades issued to students for 2nd cohort classes
April 6
Tuesday
Classes Resume 8:00 a.m.
April 15
Thursday
Last day to withdraw from 2nd cohort classes
May 6
Thursday
Last day of full semester and 2nd cohort day classes for the semester
May 7
Friday
Reading Day – No Classes
May 8–13
Sat–Thu
Final Examinations for full semester and 2nd cohort classes
May 15
Saturday
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QUICK REFERENCE PHONE NUMBERS Academic Advising, declaring/ changing majors, declaring a minor Academic Advising Center Campbell Hall 717.815.1531
Address change, transcripts Records Office Miller Administration Building 717.815.1504
Alumni Relations, Student Alumni Association, Fall Fest, Alumni events/reunions Alumni Relations Office Grantley Hall 717.815.1500
Athletics, fitness and recreation opportunities, intramurals Athletics & Recreation Grumbacher Sport & Fitness Center 717.815.6600
Billing, check cashing
Business Office Miller Administration Building 717.815.1470
Books, convenience store items, York College clothing and gifts Bookstore Iosue Student Union 717.849-1699
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Cable TV, computer and network requirements, computer labs, email, phones Library and Technology Services Schmidt Library 717.815.1304
Campus activities, student organizations, Greek life, orientation, volunteer services, leadership programs Student Activities & Orientation Iosue Student Union 717.815.1239
Campus-wide seminars, programs, and workshops on professionalism Student Success Division Campbell Hall 717.815.1493
Career planning, part-time and fulltime jobs, internships, study abroad Career Development Center Campbell Hall 717.815.1452
Course offerings, transfer credit evaluation Registrar Miller Administration Building 717.815.1273
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Financial aid, work-study program, scholarships Financial Assistance Miller Administration Building 717.815.1282
Housing, residence life
Identification card, parking permits, safety concerns, shuttles
Mail services
Postal Center Manor Northeast 717.815.1367
Meal plans, food services Chartwells Iosue Student Union 717.815.1268
Medical issues, health, and immunization records
Intercultural Student Life and Global Programming Iosue Student Union 717.815.1916
Personal adjustment and mental health counseling
Residence Life Iosue Student Union 717.815.1281
Campus Safety Manor Northeast 717.815.1314
Multicultural affairs, programming/ support for international students
Counseling Services Iosue Student Union 717.815.6437
Religious life
Spiritual Life Iosue Student Union 717.815.1446
Student Accessibility Services Academic Services Humanities Center 717.815.1785
Student government Student Senate Iosue Student Union 717.815.1391
Health Center Iosue Student Union 717.849-1615
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YORK COLLEGE GLOSSARY C.A.
Community Assistant
CAB
Campus Activities Board
CHARTWELLS
Generation Next is a system of courses that allow you to explore personal interests and enhance skills valued by your major and employers. The initial class is the First Year Seminar.
I.T.
Dining Services
Information Technology
CORE
Required courses for all students
J.D.H.
Johnson Dining Hall
C.T.L.
Center for Teaching and Learning
FLEX
Gen Next
MATRICULATED Degree-seeking student
Money (declining balance) on your York College ID card
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O.S.A.O.
Office of Student Activities & Orientation
R.A. Resident Assistant
RECRUITMENT
Recruitment period for joining fraternities and sororities
SCREAMER
York College Spartan’s #1 fan and mascot
SCREAMIN’ GREEN MACHINE Student section at athletic events
SPARTAN CAREER PATH
Career Development job/internship posting, appointment and event system
SPART’S
Short for Spart’s Den, an on-campus eatery in the Student Union
SPARTAPALOOZA
Annual fall event planned and facilitated by a recreation class
THE ROCK MyYCP (Portal)
Rock that graduating seniors sign each year
Secure site providing YCP community access to intranet and Internet services
WCCC
O.L.
WPAC (W-pack)
Orientation Leader
West Campus Community Center
Waldner Performing Arts Center
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