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Table of
CONTENTS
6 Welcome: Welcome to LMU 7 Section 1: Parent and Family Resources 8
Parent and Family Involvement
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Parent Giving
10 Section 2: Academics 11
Academic Calendar
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Academic Resource Center
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First To Go
14 Section 3: Student Resources 14
Student Success
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Student Organizations
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Ethnic and Intercultural Services
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LMU CARES
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Athletics and Campus Recreation
21 Section 4: Mission and Ministry 21
Campus Ministry
22 Section 5: Student Services 22
Student Accounts
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Dining Services and Meal Plans
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Student Housing
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Student Employment Services
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Career and Professional Development
30 Section 6: Service 30
Center for Service and Action
32 Section 7: Health and Safety 32
Student Health
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Department of Public Safety
36 Section 8: Parking and Transportation 38
Campus Map
Welcome to LMU
Dear Parents and Families, Welcome to Loyola Marymount University! Steeped in great history, both our Jesuit and Marymount traditions set the foundation upon which we continue to build and grow. We hope that you see firsthand the care that we take to create an environment of academic, personal, spiritual and professional growth. At LMU, your student will be challenged to grow by their interactions in the classroom, co-curricular experiences and their fellow classmates. The 2021–22 academic year will be like no other before. LMU strives to provide a quality education and co-curricular opportunities for all students, while maintaining the dignity of the experiences each member of our community has faced. For many students and families, this year will be the very first time on our beautiful campus and we are excited to welcome you to your new home. LMU will continue to grow and adapt as the world continues to change in the aftermath of such an unprecedented time. Please stay informed of the university’s efforts on our LMU Together website.
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We encourage you to empower your student to embrace the challenges they will undoubtedly face during their college years. The best way for you to help your student is to encourage them to use all the resources available to them at LMU, be involved on campus and use every opportunity to interact with faculty and staff to make their college experience all they imagine it to be. We realize this year will be filled with many changes for both you and your student, but you are not alone. We will be here to answer questions and provide the resources you need to support your son or daughter. The LMU Parent & Family Guide has important contact information that you will find helpful throughout your student’s time at LMU, and the Parent and Family Programs office is always here to help.
We look forward to a great first year! Lisha Maddox Director of Student Success
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SECTION 1: PARENT AND FAMILY RESOURCES The college years represent a unique stage of supporting your student. It is a time that offers new rewards, challenges, questions and concerns. At LMU, we hope to provide you with a link to a community of support, ideas and resources as families grow into their “revised” role during college. LMU’s Parent and Family Programs supports our families by providing resources, education and support. Our Parent and Family Website includes Parent Pride, an online email newsletter that features articles, resourceful tips and other online tools that aid you during your student’s experience at LMU. There are articles on how to adjust to college life, how to successfully navigate the first year, ways to get involved and much more!
As the parent or family member of a firstyear student, if your student provided your email address on their application to LMU, then you will automatically be uploaded into our system. If you do not receive Parent Pride emails, please contact the Parent and Family Programs office via email and we will be happy to add you to our distribution list. Student Success Parent and Family Programs Malone Student Center, Suite 301 310.338.1798 lmuparentprograms@lmu.edu
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Parent and Family Involvement Parents, you can be an LMU advocate in many ways: by helping welcome new students, attending or hosting LMU gatherings in your area, serving as a volunteer, or supporting the university philanthropically! Lion Family Welcomes
Spring Welcome
These celebrations are hosted by LMU families and are held regionally for incoming students and their families.
Members of the Parent Council support this program by meeting newly admitted families, sharing their LMU experiences and offering parent-to-parent advice.
(July–August 2021)
Parent Socials
(throughout the year) Parents have the opportunity to host or attend a parent-led meet up. These programs give Lion parents the opportunity to connect with each other regionally.
(April 2022)
Parent Engagement 310.258.4348 parents@lmu.edu resources.lmu.edu/parents Facebook: LMULionParents Instagram: @lmulionparents
LMU Family Weekend (February 2022)
LMU Family Weekend is an annual event that allows family members to experience life on the bluff. Attendees get a chance to visit with their students, attend a basketball game, and experience all that being an LMU student has to offer.
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Parent Giving The LMU Society
Parents Fund
The LMU Society recognizes donors who donate $1,000+ annually. Their support enables LMU to meet the rising need for scholarships, provide students with enhanced academic and careerfocused opportunities, update campus and learning environments and support our vibrant community of student organizations.
You can be an advocate for your student by financially supporting the LMU Parents Fund. Gifts are a further investment in your student’s future because these funds directly benefit their academic and cocurricular experience. giving.lmu.edu Parents Fund giving.lmu.edu
The LMU Society 310.338.5125 thelmusociety@lmu.edu
Parent Council The Parent Council is a philanthropy and engagement board, dedicated to creating community and raising support for LMU. Members help to engage the Lion community in their hometowns by hosting or spearheading events, attending three meetings each year and making an annual gift of $5,000+ to the area on campus most meaningful to their family. For more information, please contact Nicole Sparks at nicole.sparks@lmu.edu or 310.338.5358. Loyola Marymount University
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SECTION 2: ACADEMICS As a premier Catholic university, Loyola Marymount University fosters a transformative and rigorous educational experience in undergraduate and graduate programs emphasizing social justice, compassionate leadership and ethical responsibility. As your student explores the breadth of our vibrant academic programs, they will discover our rich intellectual community, cultural heritage, commitment to diversity, and Catholic, Jesuit/Marymount identity.
Colleges at LMU • LMU Bellarmine College of Liberal Arts (BCLA) • LMU Frank R. Seaver College of Science and Engineering (CSE) • LMU School of Film and Television (SFTV) • LMU College of Communication and Fine Arts (CFA) • LMU College of Business Administration (CBA) • LMU School of Education (SOE) • Loyola Law School
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Academic Calendar FALL 2021 Aug. 30
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Classes begin
Sept. 3
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Last day to file an application for December degree
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Last day to add or drop a class without a grade of W
Sept. 6
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No classes — Labor Day
Sept. 17
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Last day for undergraduates to finish coursework for spring or summer grades of Incomplete
Sept. 28
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Census Day
Oct. 1
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Last day for instructors to submit spring or summer grades for undergraduates with Incompletes
Oct. 14
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Last day to submit mid-term deficiency grades
Oct. 15
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Autumn Day — No Classes
Nov. 5
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Last day to withdraw from classes or apply for credit/no credit grading
Nov. 24–26 Dec. 10 Dec. 11–12
W–F F
No Classes — Thanksgiving Holiday Last day of classes
S–U
Reading Days
Dec. 13–17
M–F
Final Examinations
Dec. 22
W–F
Last day for instructors to submit final grades
M=Monday, T=Tuesday, W=Wednesday, R=Thursday, F=Friday, S=Saturday, U=Sunday
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SPRING 2022 Jan 10
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Classes begin
Jan 14
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Last day to file an application for May degree Last day to add or drop a class without a grade of W
Jan 17
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No Classes - Martin Luther King, Jr., Day
Jan 28
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Last day for undergraduates to finish coursework for Fall grades of Incomplete
Feb 8
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Census Day
Feb 11
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Last day for instructors to submit Fall grades for undergraduates with Incompletes
Feb 25
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Last day to submit mid-term deficiency grades
Feb 28–Mar 4
M–F
No Classes - Spring Break Holidays
Mar 18
F
Last day to withdraw from classes or apply for Credit/ No Credit grading
Mar 31
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No Classes - Cesar Chavez Holiday
Apr 13–15 Apr 29
W–F F
No Classes - Easter Holidays Last day of Classes
Apr 30–May 1
S–U
Reading Days
May 2–6
M–F
Final Examinations
May 7
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Undergraduate Commencement
May 8
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Graduate Commencement
May 11
W
Last day for instructors to submit final grades
M=Monday, T=Tuesday, W=Wednesday, R=Thursday, F=Friday, S=Saturday, U=Sunday
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Academic Resource Center The Academic Resource Center (ARC) provides academic support for all degree-seeking LMU students. The cost of tuition covers all ARC services including course and language tutoring for gateway courses in subjects including, but not limited to, economics, mathematics, chemistry, psychology and modern languages as well as one-on-one writing consultations for all subjects. In addition, students who need assistance with general academic advising questions or how to best utilize academic planning tools can meet with an ARC University Advisor.
Furthermore, the ARC supports the campus through programs such as the LMU Common Book, in collaboration with the William H. Hannon Library, while also providing support for first-generation college students through the First To Go program. The Academic Resource Center 310.338.2847 arc@lmu.edu academics.lmu.edu/arc
First To Go The First To Go Program is a structured support system that provides personalized tools and resources for students who identify as “first generation” (i.e., neither parent has earned a bachelor’s degree in the U.S.). The community offers students valuable opportunities for their academic, professional and personal growth and connects participants of all years and majors to a network of mentors drawn from LMU faculty, staff, alumni and peers who are or were first-generation college students themselves. Please email firsttogo@lmu.edu or call 310.338.7677 for more information.
SECTION 3: STUDENT RESOURCES
Student Success
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First Year Experience
Transfer Programs
Whether it is figuring out how to find information on PROWL or finding a way to get involved on campus, First Year Experience in the Student Success is the place for first-year students to start. Firstyear students can reach us for support in navigating their student experience and in finding great opportunities to make connections with others. 310.338.5252 fye@lmu.edu
Within the Student Success, Transfer Programs is dedicated to ensuring that new transfer students are provided with the information and resources they need to navigate campus life during their first year. From programming and involvement in campus life to a living learning community created specifically for new transfers, Transfer Programs understands that the transfer experience is unique and we provide the tools to make that experience a great one. 310.258.4658 transferprograms@lmu.edu
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Guardian Scholars Program The Guardian Scholars Program provides resources, programs and services to meet the unique needs of former and current foster youth, unaccompanied youth, emancipated minors, homeless students and independent students to aid in their success at LMU. The program serves as a one-stop shop committed to the development and engagement of Guardian Scholars in their leadership roles, community involvements and professional experiences. 310.338.5252 guardianscholarsprogram@lmu.edu
In the Student Success, we understand the importance of your role as parents. We have developed strong ties with the parent community to ensure that if you have any concerns or questions as your student transitions to college life, you have an avenue to express those concerns. Your student’s success is our priority!
Veteran Programs
Student Success Malone Student Center, Suite 301 310.338.5252 studentsuccess@lmu.edu Instagram: @LMUStudentSuccess
Veteran Programs supports the transition, persistence and graduation of student veterans, reservists and veteran dependents. We do that by providing individualized services, transitional support and monthly programs to meet the unique needs of student veterans. 424.568.8387 veteranprograms@lmu.edu
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Student Organizations As a student-centered university, it is fundamental that LMU has a wide variety of student organizations. With over 200 registered organizations, the variety is abundant, ranging from service and academic organizations to recreation and club sports. There are even opportunities to start new organizations! Student EXP
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Student-centered learning, support and community is integral to the LMU experience. At LMU, we believe education happens in all areas of campus life, both inside and outside the classroom. When it comes to life outside the classroom, Student Affairs has created a framework to guide students’ experiences in meaningful ways — we call this the Student EXP (short for the Student Experience). The Student EXP is LMU’s dynamic cocurricular pathway to explore, grow and learn outside the classroom. At its core are Five Pillars, and each represents a habit or a value or an experience we think integral to developing an LMU Lion.
The Five Pillars of the LMU Student EXPerience:
Information on the Student EXP and much more can be found on the Virtual Student EXP website, an online hub featuring all the information you will need to find events and programs, service opportunities, recreation and fitness activities, support and more. Students can also use LEO to find event information, join clubs and organizations, receive news updates and take advantage of life as a Lion.
5. Live a Life of Purpose
1. Integrate Mind, Body and Spirit 2. Commit to Service and Justice 3. Become a Global Citizen 4. Practice Ignatian Values
1. Integrate Mind, Body and Spirit Demonstrate transformative growth and develop as whole persons through the integration of mind, body and spirit.
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2. Commit to Service and Justice Be socially responsible citizens committed to building a more just world.
3. Become a Global Citizen Value the diversity of the human experience and commit to the practice of interculturalism to make meaningful contributions as citizens of the global community.
4. Practice Ignatian Values Make decisions congruent with their personal beliefs, values and faith through continuous reflection and discernment.
5. Live a Life of Purpose Lead a life where their greatest passion meets the world’s greatest need. In the belief that the glory of God is a human being fully alive and grounded in both Jesuit and Marymount traditions, the Division of Student Affairs supports the Loyola Marymount University mission through programs and services designed to advance student learning.
ASLMU The Associated Students of Loyola Marymount University (ASLMU), is our undergraduate student government. We are a dedicated team that acts as an advocate for student concerns, a liaison between students and the administration, and the major programmer for LMU’s coolest events. First-year students can get involved as early as the first few weeks through ASLMU as a committee member, a staff member, or a volunteer. Encourage your student to visit the ASLMU office on the first floor of the Malone Building.
Sorority and Fraternity Life
and Fraternity members perform higher academically, provide over 28,000 hours of community service, and raised over $200,000 for local and national nonprofits over the last two years. With 20 registered chapters to choose from, your student can find the right fit. First-year students are eligible to join as early as spring semester if they have at least a 2.5 GPA and 12 hours of college credit. First-time spring first-year and spring transfer students are also eligible to join.
Ignatian Leadership Institute The Ignatian Leadership Institute (ILI) offers students the ability to explore leadership through different perspectives, including individual, group, community and Ignatian values. Three different one-unit classes are offered during both the fall and spring semesters. The ILI Leadership Seminars are listed in PROWL as EDLA 489, EDLA 490, EDLA 491. The courses are small seminar style experiences, can be taken in any order and are open for all LMU undergraduate students. As students in the ILI explore the Social Change Model of Leadership Development, along with other leadership concepts such as servant leadership, Ignatian leadership and a wide range of current social topics and issues, they grow in their ability to lead and make positive change in the world. Visit PROWL to register for a Leadership Seminar or email leadership@lmu.edu for more information. For more information and to learn how to join an existing organization, your student can stop by the Student Leadership and Development on the first floor of Malone or log into LEO. 310.338.2877 sld@lmu.edu
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Ethnic and Intercultural Services Ethnic and Intercultural Services (EIS) assists students in creating a dynamic understanding of themselves, understanding themselves in relation to others and cultivating university citizens and leaders. In service to the university and broader community, EIS engages in strategic alliances that enhance the understanding of race, ethnicity, gender, culture and religious belief and its impact on the community. We offer opportunities for students to: • Explore multiple identities and learn about the backgrounds and experiences of others through a range of programs, discussions, resources and social events • Engage with the greater university community in activities that support ongoing personal and professional development • Empower themselves to be agents of change and engaged citizens Our programs and services include a variety of workshops; cultural, social, co-curricular and interfaith programs; community dinners; and sponsored academic and dialogue opportunities.
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EIS encompasses the following offices: • Ethnic and Intercultural Services and Intercultural Advancement (Henry Ward, Assistant Dean) • Asian Pacific Student Services (Aris Mosier, Director) • Office of Black Student Services (Jeffrey Dolliole, Director) • Chicano/a Latino/a Student Services (Natalie Guevara, Director) • Ethnic and Intercultural Services Initiatives (Briana Goodall, Program Coordinator) • Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender Student Services (Lalo Moreno, Director) • The Learning Community [TLC] (AnaLexicis Bridewell, Program Coordinator) Ethnic and Intercultural Services 310.338.5808 eis@lmu.edu
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LMU CARES LMU CARES (Campus Awareness Resource Education Services) is committed to providing support and resources to help ensure the safety and wellbeing of all students. Through the LMU CARES campaign, “Live the Lion’s Code,” every incoming student is required to register for a section of ORNT 1000 (for first-year students) or ORNT 2000 (for transfer students) during their first semester. In ORNT 1000/2000, incoming students receive education on a broad range of topics, including alcohol and drug education, personal responsibility, sexual assault prevention, resilience and wellness, civic engagement, implicit bias, identity and intersectionality, cross-cultural dialogue and anti-racism.
In addition, LMU CARES serves as the hub for LMU’s wellness campaign titled “You’ve Got This!” As part of this campaign, LMU CARES provides wellness programs and resources for students on and off campus, such as weekly Wellness Wednesday events and LMU CARES Online. Students can access all the wellness resources provided by LMU on the Lion Wellness. LMU CARES Malone 301 310.258.4381 lmucares@lmu.edu
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Athletics and Campus Recreation Division 1 Athletics 22 Varsity Teams Primary Conference West Coast Conference Mascot Ignatius (Iggy) the Lion Colors Crimson and Navy
Campus Recreation: Intramural and Club Sports Intramural Sports
Club Sports
Intramural Sports are organized recreational sports leagues and tournaments open to all enrolled students, faculty and staff. Activities are designed for members of the campus community to be involved in athletic competition with and against each other.
Club Sports are organized by students, for students. Club teams are competitive in nature yet open to all enrolled students, regardless of skill level, and they compete against other schools’ club teams. Free to join! However, there may be fees for equipment, membership, travel and/or uniforms set by individual club teams.
Sports offered include: flag football, volleyball, dodgeball, basketball, indoor and outdoor soccer, online/video game tournaments, etc. • Refundable forfeit deposit per team for all league sports and tournaments • Co-Rec (Co-Ed), Men’s and/or Women’s divisions offered for most sports
Club list: • Highly competitive: Men’s Ice Hockey, Men’s Lacrosse, Men’s Rugby • Semi-competitive: Men’s Baseball, Men’s Soccer, Men’s Volleyball, Ski and Snowboard, Tennis, Ultimate Frisbee, Women’s Basketball, Women’s Soccer, Women’s Volleyball
• Team and “Free Agent” (individual) sign-ups for all sports leagues (online registration)
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SECTION 4: MISSION AND MINISTRY
Campus Ministry LMU offers our students many opportunities for intellectual, personal and spiritual growth — all contributing to the education of the whole person. Campus Ministry is a special place where LMU’s mission of “the service of faith and the promotion of justice” is lived out — a place to Believe, Belong and Become. Campus Ministry programs assist in the transition to college and help your student find a sense of purpose and belonging at LMU. Please encourage them to take full advantage of the programs we offer in Campus Ministry, and know that our campus ministers are readily available to be a support and listening ear for them!
Campus Ministry Offices Malone 210 and the Lower Level of Sacred Heart Chapel (The Cave) 310.338.2860 ministry@lmu.edu Facebook: LMU Campus Ministry Instagram: @lmu_campusmin
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SECTION 5: STUDENT SERVICES
Student Accounts Student Accounts is responsible for the financial administration of all billing related to tuition, room, board and fees. Our office provides students with the ability to sign up for payment plans. We counsel students on their student account, help resolve questions regarding their balance due, and much more! Payment Process
Payment plans:
Be sure to leave enough time to complete all financial aid requirements and accept financial aid before setting up payment arrangements! To make payment arrangements, set up authorized users, pay by electronic check, set up refund account information, or view and print bills, visit the Student Account Center, accessible via PROWL or through the Student Accounts website.
• 5-Month ACH payment plan each semester • 5-Month mail-in payment plan each semester Payment methods: Cash, check, wires and 529 plans
Important Payment Deadlines The last day to set up a 5-month payment plan without incurring a $100 late fee is July 20, 2021 for fall semester and December 19, 2021 for spring semester.
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Payment in full or the first payment plan installment is due July 20, 2021 for fall semester and December 20, 2021 for spring semester. $100.00 FEE MAY BE CHARGED AND STUDENT ACCOUNT HOLDS MAY APPLY IF PAYMENT IS LATE.
Insurance Information Aetna Student Health Insurance: The medical insurance waiver will be available beginning July 1, 2021. For information regarding the process, please visit the student accounts website on or after July 1, 2021. DEWAR Tuition Refund Insurance: The tuition insurance waiver deadline for undergraduate students is August 29, 2021 for fall and TBD spring. LMU Student Accounts Department studacct@lmu.edu
LMU OneCard At LMU, the OneCard is your student’s campus ID. This innovative multipurpose card makes life easier by providing quick and convenient services. With the OneCard, your student does not need to carry cash as they move around campus. It can also be used to check out resources from the library, access the recreation center, get athletic tickets, check-in at various on-campus events, and gain access to the campus. If your student lives on campus, the OneCard serves as their key-card to their residence hall and room. It is also coded with a personal door security PIN to ensure safety. If your student purchased a Meal Plan, the card is their ticket to getting meals at any on-campus dining location by tapping it at the register. All unused meal plan funds expire on July 31 each year.
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Monies deposited into a Flexi-Dollar Account allow students to make purchases at locations such as residence hall laundry facilities, the campus bookstore, the mail center, printing or copying materials for class, and even at select off-campus merchants. Short on Flexi-Dollars? You or your student may add more funds by going to our website using a Discover, MasterCard, or VISA credit card, or depositing cash at one of our seven Account Management Centers (AMC) located throughout campus. The AMC does NOT dispense cash. Deposits made online or at an AMC will be available immediately. LMU OneCard Office 310.338.2735 onecard@lmu.edu
LMU Campus Bookstore LMU Campus Store, located in the lower level of the Von Der Ahe building, is a one-stop shop for textbooks, school supplies, snacks and sundries. The bookstore also features a wide array of LMU-specific gifts and clothing. Textbooks: LMU Campus Store will have all required course materials in stock by the beginning of the semester. Students may purchase new, used or digital textbooks and most titles are eligible for rent. We Price Match textbooks from Amazon and BN.com. Students may come to the bookstore to purchase materials or shop online. Orders placed online can be shipped for free with any orders over $75, $6.99 for ground shipping, or designated as in-store pickup for no extra cost.
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Dining Services and Meal Plans From well-known retailers like Starbucks to customized food stations in the Lair Marketplace, LMU Hospitality offers a little bit of everything. Meal Plans
S-Dollars
LMU Hospitality offers four prepaid tax-exempt Lion Dollar meal plans. Lion Dollars may be used at over a dozen campus dining venues and convenience stores.
The S-Dollar supplemental meal plan is available to ALL full-time (12+ units) undergraduate students and commuter students. There is no minimum deposit, and S-Dollars can be added to supplement a student’s traditional meal plan and avoid running out of funds. S-Dollars are available to commuters who would like to eat on campus and avoid paying sales tax (approximately 10%). S-Dollars carry forward from year to year as long as students are enrolled at LMU. S-Dollars may be added online at the “Manage My OneCard” website or at a campus VTS machine.
Meal plans are mandatory for all students living in traditional residence halls. Plans are selected during the housing assignment process and are nonrefundable. Changes between the L, I, O and N plans may ONLY be made during the third week of the fall semester online at myLMU > Student Housing Online Services > Forms. Unused meal plan dollars expire on July 31 of each year.
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For a full list of campus dining venues, visit LMU Dining Services.
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Student Housing Student Housing creates a living and learning environment by providing programs and services that empower students to realize their potential in mind, body and spirit within a community that honors human diversity and accepts students as individuals, each with rights and responsibilities. Important Dates for the 2021–22 Academic Year May 5
Last day to apply for a Living Learning Community through Housing App
May 16
Last day to request a roommate and make changes to application
Mid-July
Room and roommate assignments are made and sent to students
July 18
Bed Configuration Requests deadline
July 30
Microfridge order deadline to Collegiate Concepts
August 26
FALL MOVE-IN Move-In schedule will be communicated during the summer.
September 13–17 Meal Plan Change Requests (This is the only opportunity to make changes to the meal plan during the academic year.) October 4–8
First Room Health and Safety Inspections
December 17
Residence Halls close at 7 p.m. for winter break
December 17
Second Room Health and Safety Inspections
January 8, 2022
Residence Halls re-open at 1:30 p.m. for spring semester
Early February
Housing Selection begins for 2021–22 year; Housing Deposit due
February 14–18
Third Room Health and Safety Inspections
Mid-March
Housing Selection ends; continuing students who completed applications select rooms for 2022–23 year
Early April
Summer Housing application available
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Student Employment Services Student Employment Services (SES) encourages the professional development of undergraduate and graduate students through job opportunities, workshops and resources to foster postgraduate success. Approximately 3,400 students are employed at LMU each year and gain valuable skills, connections and part-time experiences. National reports and LMU retention statistics indicate that student employees are more successful because of the skills and experiences they obtain on the job, which can lead to improved academic performance.
There are many types of student employment opportunities, which include: Work Study – On Campus • Various LMU Departments • Largest source of part-time student employment Work Study – Off Campus • Lions for Learning: Math and literacy tutoring at local elementary and middle schools • LMU Partners Program: Work with non-profit organizations in Los Angeles
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Non Work Study – On Campus • Various LMU Departments • LMU vendors: Sodexo, Jamba Juice, The Coffee Bean and more Non Work Study – Off Campus • Job Location and Development Program – Meet with an SES staff member to review part-time offcampus job opportunities Workday is LMU’s new student employment system, coming June 2021! Through Workday, students can search and apply for LMU job opportunities on the student job board. Check out the Student Employment Services for more information on all the services and resources we provide for students. Student Employment Services Malone Student Center 401 310.338.7606 ses@lmu.edu Instagram: @WorkingLions
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Career and Professional Development CPD Programs, Staff and Resources help students... • Identify their values, interests and skills • Understand how their skills relate to professional life • Explore a wide range of careers that reflect their values, interests and skills • Develop and pursue a career plan for life after college Success-Oriented Resources Offered by CPD: • Handshake, LMU’s job and internship portal connecting students to over 2,000 internships and 7,000 jobs at all times • VMock, a powerful online resumereview tool that gives students personalized resume feedback based on criteria gathered from employers and global best practices • LinkedIn Learning, an online platform with personalized datadriven experiences, provides instant access to videos, courses and trainings focused on sought-after skills • The Pride, an online network connecting LMU students and alumni through purposeful mentoring • Roadtrip Nation, an online database of thousands of interview videos with celebrities, industry leaders and LMU alumni
• CPD Resource Library, an online directory of recorded events and important tips • Virtual career coaching appointments with professional staff members specialized by industry • Virtual drop-in peer advising for tips on resumes, cover letters, job search strategies and more • Additional resources relating to job and internship search, diversity and inclusion, mock interviewing and informational interviewing, salary negotiation and more Industry-Specific Virtual Programs Offered by CPD: • Panel discussions, networking opportunities and workshops with alumni, employers and professionals • Recruitment opportunities including career and graduate school fairs featuring over 250 companies and organizations per year • VOCARÉ, a reflective and career discernment-focused program connecting students with faculty, young alumni and peers Career and Professional Development Von Der Ahe Building 135 310.338.2871 careers.lmu.edu Facebook: LMUCareers Twitter: LMUCareers Instagram: @LMUCareers
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SECTION 6: SERVICE
Center for Service and Action The Center for Service (CSA) and Action is a student hub for service, justice and advocacy at LMU. Our mission is to form and educate students who are committed to being people for and with others. We foster kinship with others that will lead to intellectual inquiry, moral reflection and social action. Some of the key programs in CSA are: ServeLA Join with fellow first-year and transfer students for a day of service in the Los Angeles community. Transportation, t-shirt, breakfast and lunch included.
El Espejo Join a mentoring program that connects LMU students with at-risk students at Lennox Middle School once a week from 3–4:30 p.m. Carpools available.
Alternative Break Program Students are immersed in diverse contexts with concrete challenges that heighten social awareness and inspire lifelong social action through community-based learning during winter, spring and summer experiences that have been offered locally, nationally, internationally and virtually.
Special Games Join a yearlong student-led program that organizes two Saturday events in the spring semester providing noncompetitive activities, fun and friendship for mentally and physically challenged youth and adults.
Service Organizations Join one of ten student groups committed to service both on and off campus that meet weekly to build a community of reflection and support. Applications are available in February each year.
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Center for Service and Action 310.338.2959 csa@lmu.edu studentaffairs.lmu.edu/activities/ centerforserviceandaction
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SECTION 7: HEALTH AND SAFETY
Student Health Student Health Services (SHS) is a quality, full-service medical facility available to all LMU students enrolled in six or more units. The staff includes a board-certified internist, certified nurse practitioners, registered nurses, medical assistants, an X-ray technologist and administrative staff. SHS offers a wide range of services to meet students’ health care needs including treatment for illnesses and injuries, dermatological care, preventive care, prescriptions, vaccinations, lab work, X-rays and allergy injections. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. with extended hours on Wednesdays until 7 p.m. during the academic year.
Accreditation SHS is accredited by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC) and is staffed by highly trained and experienced health care providers.
Eligibility All students enrolled in six or more semester hours are eligible to receive health services. Students are seen by appointment only unless it is an emergent health problem. Appointments can be
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made by accessing the MyHealth Portal, calling 310.338.2881, or stopping in to schedule an appointment at the front desk. In order to avoid scheduling errors or conflicts, as well as for privacy reasons, we require students to make their own appointments.
Health-Related Charges There is no charge for undergraduate students to be seen by a member of SHS staff; however, graduate students are charged a $50.00 access fee per semester if they visit SHS. Additional charges may be incurred by all students if they require medications, procedures, x-rays and/or lab work during the course of their visit. These charges are posted directly to the student account. SHS does not bill insurance carriers directly and, therefore, we do not require proof of health insurance at the time of a student’s visit; however we can provide a detailed billing statement which may be submitted to your insurance company for reimbursement of health charges.
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Entrance Requirements All new incoming students must complete the following items upon entry to the university: • Review and acknowledge the Consent for Treatment Form • Review and acknowledge our statement of Privacy Practices
To schedule an appointment during regular office hours, students may call 310.338.2868. Student Psychological Services 310.338.2868 Hours: M–W, 8 a.m.–7 p.m.; Th & F, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
• Complete the Tuberculosis (TB) Screening Questionnaire and/or testing if required
(On university academic holidays and during summer sessions, SPS is open M–F, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.)
• Provide documentation of two measles/mumps/rubella or proof of immunity (blood titer)
Disability Support Services
• LMU will require that all students coming to our campuses be vaccinated against COVID-19 for the fall semester For directions on how to complete the Entrance Requirements, please visit Student Health Services for a step-by-step guide and frequently asked questions (FAQ). If you cannot find the answer to your question, feel free to call our office at 310.338.2881. Student Health Services 310.338.2881 lmuhealth@lmu.edu Hours: M–F, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
Student Psychological Services Student Psychological Services (SPS) provides psychological and emotional assistance, without charge, to currently enrolled LMU students. Services include individual and group therapy, emergency psychological services, after-hour phone access to a therapist, and outreach programming on a variety of collegerelated concerns. SPS also offers consultation to students, faculty, staff or parents who are concerned about a student.
The Disability Support Services (DSS) provides specialized assistance and resources to enable students with physical, perceptual, learning, ADHD and/or psychological disabilities to achieve maximum independence while pursuing their educational goals. Services are offered to students who have established disabilities under federal and state law. Staff specialists interact with all areas of the university to eliminate physical and attitudinal barriers. DSS is responsible for directing and coordinating the university’s compliance with disability law on behalf of students with established disabilities. The DSS staff works directly with students, faculty and staff to assure that students with disabilities are provided appropriate accommodation. Students who need academic or housing accommodations should direct their request to the DSS as soon as possible. All discussions will remain confidential. To ensure availability, students should contact our office ahead of time to schedule an appointment. As a reminder, at the post-secondary level students must be the one to self-identify with DSS. Disability Support Services lmu.edu/dss
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Department of Public Safety LMU Public Safety is responsible for security operations, investigations, emergency management and preparedness. Public Safety offers an array of services to support and promote the security and safety of our campus community, including after-hours safety escorts on campus, bike registration and routine campus patrol. Each year, Public Safety facilitates two campus-wide emergency preparedness drills in addition to ongoing training and education.
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LMU Alert
LMU Safty App (Rave Guardian)
During a campus or area-wide incident or emergency, the university will send important information and instructions to the LMU community via LMU Alert, the university’s emergency notification system. LMU Alerts may include phone calls, text messages and/or email to registered users. All LMU students automatically receive alerts on their Lion email accounts, and are required to register their personal information in LMU Alert.
Rave Guardian, Public Safety’s mobile app, includes safety tips and maps, important phone numbers, campus resources and an anonymous reporting link. Parents and guardians can also download the app to receive LMU Alerts.
Website For more information about Public Safety, visit our website. Emergency tips and preparedness information can be found here.
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Annual Security and Fire Safety Report In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, LMU’s Annual Security Report includes statistics for the previous three calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus, in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by LMU, and on public property immediately adjacent to and accessible from campus.
Contacting Public Safety In a life-threatening emergency, your student should call 9-1-1 immediately, then report the incident to Public Safety. To contact Public Safety, call x222
from a campus landline phone, call 310.338.2893, or use the Rave Guardian app. We strongly advise all students to download the app and program Public Safety’s number into their phones. Public Safety has two locations: • Foley Annex (main office) • University Hall, 1st Floor Suite 1904 (satellite office) Hours: The Public Safety main office, located in Foley Annex, is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The satellite office in University Hall is open during all campus business operating hours.
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SECTION 8: PARKING AND TRANSPORTATION
Lion Express
Parking on Campus
Lion Express is a free shuttle service offered to LMU students giving them a chance to get off campus and enjoy activities, restaurants, shops and services in the local area. The shuttle operates like a bus system, running a set schedule to popular student destinations.
All drivers are expected to read and comply with university regulations. For the complete set of parking rules and regulations, visit our Parking and Transportation webpage.
Students can go to our website for more information on routes and how to reserve a ride, book a reservation for the LAX shuttle, and many other transportation options. Please visit our website for hours, schedule and an up-to-date list of destinations.
LMU charges to park cars on campus. LMU is a virtual parking campus, which means that license plates are used to identify registered vehicles rather than physical permits. Since physical permits are not issued, individuals must accurately register their vehicle information through LMU Park, found within the MyLMU portal. For current registration/permit rates, please visit our Parking and Transportation webpage.
Lion Express 310.338.4560 lionexpress.lmu@gmail.com
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Vehicle Registration and Permits
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Disabled Parking
Students enrolled in seven or more billable units will be charged automatically for parking each semester. Students not wishing to be charged for parking must opt out by the semester add/drop deadline via LMU Park. Please note that students who are automatically charged for parking must still register their vehicle’s information via LMU Park.
Individuals with state-issued DMV disabled placards or license plates may park in any designated disabled parking space on campus. Registration and payment is still required.
Parking Assignments Students are only permitted to park in designated areas determined by their housing assignment. Enforcement Vehicles parked in violation of the university’s regulations or parking policies will be subject to citation and tow. Citations may be contested within the first 14 days of issuance by submitting an appeal online through LMU Park. Parking citations left unpaid for 14 or more days will be automatically transferred to the student’s account with a late fee and the loss of the right to appeal. Vehicles left unregistered with four or more unpaid citations will be impounded at the owner’s expense. CVC regulations and timed spaces are enforced 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Visitor Parking All visitors to campus must pay for parking Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. until 8 p.m. For current rates of visitor parking, please visit our website. Payments can be made in person at a campus Pay Station, online at LMU Park, or through the Parkmobile app. A valid license plate number must be entered at the time of payment. When paying with Parkmobile, please use zone 961 for LMU.
Transportation Alternatives LMU has various alternative transportation options for those looking to get around without a vehicle. Zipcar LMU partners with Zipcar, a 24/7 car rental service that allows rentals by the hour. Rates are competitive and geared towards college students. These cars are conveniently located near housing areas on campus. Santa Monica Big Blue Bus & Metro U-Pass LMU sells Big Blue Bus transit passes and METRO Tap Cards at the Parking Office during regular business hours. The Big Blue Bus system serves many popular destinations in the area. For more information, visit bigbluebus.com or metro.net. Get around for less and check out LMU’s U-Pass. The Universal College Student Transit Pass program is open to registered undergraduate and graduate students. Playa Vista Shuttle LMU offers a free shuttle that runs from the LMU Campus down to the SFTV Brickyard Campus at Playa Vista six days a week. Please visit the Parking and Transportation webpage for updated schedule and times or download the app LMU Transit. Parking 310.338.1681 parking@lmu.edu
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