Northwest Missouri State University
Family Guide 2015-2016
Northwest
Family Guide Welcome family and friends You and your family are beginning an exciting time. For students, choosing Northwest Missouri State University is the first step along the path to success. Northwest is an excellent choice for any student who wants to be challenged academically and be prepared for today’s highly competitive workplace. It’s also a perfect place for students to spread their wings and get involved in campus activities. Northwest is ideal for students who desire academic rigor and the opportunity for challenges in the classroom. The personal interaction and support from our faculty and staff make Northwest a wonderful learning environment for your student. For family members, we realize that having a student start college is a tremendous time of change and growth. The information provided throughout this handbook is meant as a resource guide to go along with attending orientation. You will be able to find many of your answers in these pages. You will also find some helpful hints on how to handle situations that may arise. We believe that knowledge is power. With the information contained in this book, you will be able to assist your student in attaining success at Northwest!
“Once a Bearcat, always a Bearcat.” 2
Table of contents Welcome
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High school vs. college
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The first year
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Survival tips every freshman should know
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Ten tips for parenting a Bearcat
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Care package suggestions
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Top 10 gifts
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That first week home
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Campus resource guide
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New student resources Admissions SOAR Advantage University Seminar
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A healthy lifestyle Safety measures Sexual harassment Safe sex Sexual assault, date rape and intimate partner violence Alcohol and other drugs Nutrition and fitness University Police Operation ID Personal safety programs Wellness Services Health insurance
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Living on campus Bearcat Card What to bring Loft instructions Floor plans
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Getting to know the hall staff Mail options Dining services
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Beyond the classroom Campus ministries Encore Performing Arts Series Distinguished Lecture Series
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Fitness Center Intercollegiate athletics Intramurals Student organizations Student Recreation Center Study abroad Volunteer services
University services 29 Bearcat Bookstore Career Services Intercultural and International Center Student employment opportunities Student Services Center Financial FYIs 2014-2015 fees Bursar’s Office Financial assistance
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Academic resources 32 Real teachers Computers eCompanion, CatPAWS, myNorthwest Advisement Assistance Office Assist Program Honors Program Student Athlete Success Program Student Support Services Students with disabilities Supplemental Instruction Talent Development Center Writing Center Academic policies Office of the Registrar
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Getting around Northwest Bus transportation Parking
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Northwest traditions
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How to talk like a Bearcat
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Local accommodations, goods and services
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For current listing of upcoming events check www.nwmissouri.edu/calendar.
Differences between high school and college High school Teacher/student contact: Teacher/student contact is closer and more frequent (five days per week). Competition and grades: Academic competition is much stronger, minimum effort may produce poor grades. Status: Students establish a personal status in academic and social activities based on family and community factors. Counseling and dependence: Students can rely on parents, teachers and counselors to help make decisions and give advice. Students must abide by parents’ boundaries and restrictions. Motivation: Students get stimulation to achieve or participate from parents, teachers and counselors. Freedom: Students’ freedom is limited. Parents will often help students out of a crisis, if one occurs.
Competition and grades: Competition for class ranking is not as competitive as in high school although students must work more independently and will find the work more challenging. Students who attend class regularly, hand in assignments on time and spend 1-2 hours per week per credit hour studying will likely do well with grades. Fewer homework assignments and tests constitute a student’s final grade. Status: Students can build their status as they wish; high school status can be repeated or changed. There is a greater variety of activities in which to become involved and students have an opportunity to find their own niche. Counseling and dependence: Students rely on themselves; they see the results of making their own decisions. It is their responsibility to seek advice as needed, although help is available if they do. Students set their own restrictions.
Distractions: There are distractions from school and home.
Motivation: Students supply their own motivation to their work and activities as they wish.
Value judgements: Students often make value judgements based on parental values. Many of their value judgements are made for them.
Freedom: Students have much more freedom. Students must accept responsibility for their own actions.
College Teacher/student contact: Faculty members are available outside of class during their office hours or by appointment to address students’ concerns. Students are responsible for meeting with their professors as needed.
Distractions: The opportunity for more distractions exists. Time management will become more important. Value judgements: Students have the opportunity to see the world through their own eyes and to develop their own opinions and values. 3
The first year Phase Your student’s first year is going to be one of many ups and downs. Being aware of what your student may be going through will better enable you to help ease them into their college transition.
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Early summer anticipation
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Midsummer anxiety
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Late summer panic
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The honeymoon
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The reality check
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The grass is always greener...
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You can’t go home again, well you can but it’s not quite the same
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Primitive coping behavior
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Realization
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This is when high school seniors graduate and begin to look toward the future. They may have feelings of sadness, accomplishment and anticipation.
Now they begin to realize that they will soon be leaving home, family, friends and the security that each offers. This probably will occur immediately following SOAR, as they realize that they will be leaving for college soon.
The student is plunged into the collegiate environment complete with a new roommate, university bureaucracy, classrooms, homework and a foreign social world.
A couple of new friends and no tests for at least three weeks. Let’s go have some fun! For some, they may use this as an opportunity to join a handful of organizations and be just as involved as they were in high school.
Where did all of this work come from? What do you mean I have to read the textbook? This paper has to be how long and it’s due when? And where did all of the time go? Homesickness may appear during this phase. This would be a great time to send a care package!
They are sure that transferring somewhere else will solve their problems. No doubt they would be doing better at another university.
This starts the first time they come home to visit. They are hit with the harsh realization that life for the rest of the family goes on without them.
Well into the first trimester, they finally learned to use the library and hold reasonably intelligent conversations. They are excited about the things they have learned.
This phase usually precedes finals. They realize the great amount of work ahead and know that the future depends largely on their ability to balance academic activities with social activities.
Putting it together Sometime during the second trimester (we hope) they see college as a total experience. They realize that hard work and achievement must be priorities but do not totally exclude time for having fun. They have learned what it takes to make the most of the college years.
Your student may have some things to learn before coming to Northwest Financial limitations
Be clear about what you can contribute toward expenses in advance. Talk to your student about what their financial responsibilities should be, whether it is working a part-time job, applying for financial aid or taking out a student loan. Be sure to remind them that every family is different and therefore their friends may have different financial obligations and responsibilities. Parent’s homeowner’s insurance may cover the personal belongings of a full-time student while living in a college residence hall. Check with your insurance company for how much insurance, if any, you have.
Managing money Depending on your financial plan, your student may need to learn to: • Budget money • Write a check • Use a debit card • Balance a bank account • Use a credit card responsibly • Pay bills
Knowing the basics Students should know how to: • Do laundry • Clean
Sharing a room Having a new roommate can be a big adjustment that requires new social skills. Contacting the new roommate over the summer can be a great way to ease into the transition. It also allows for them to discuss class schedules, study habits and it’s a great opportunity to discuss who can bring what. That way your student won’t end up with two microwaves, two televisions and no refrigerator.
Managing time Talking to your student about time management may help with the transition from high school to college. Scheduling time for studying, outside interests and family obligations can help reduce stress – and improve academic success. Encourage your student to use a planner or Outllook on their computer. Help your student write down any important dates your family may have such as holidays and birthdays. This also helps your student stay connected to what is going on back home.
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Ten tips for parenting a Bearcat Tip #1 – Don’t ask them if they’re homesick Being homesick is inevitable for some students, while other students will have little to no home sickness in their activity-packed and friendjammed first few days or weeks. It’s important to be sympathetic to how your student is feeling. Maybe share when you felt homesick at some point, but try to hide your own extreme feelings, stay positive and encourage your student to keep busy and get involved. They will likely be home to visit in a few short weeks. In the meantime, emails and texts from family members will likely help a lot.
Tip #2 – Write (even if they don’t write back) Communication between parents and college students used to involve envelopes and stamps, but technology has changed the way we talk to each other on every level. Texting, email, Facebook, and even Skype make it easier than ever for you to connect with your child while they are away at college. No doubt this will be a great source of comfort that you are only a text away. Remember, although technology is easy, it will also be exciting for them to get care packages and snail mail!
Tip #3 – Ask questions (but not too many) College freshmen are “cool” (or so they think) and have a tendency to resent interference with their new lifestyle, but most still desire the security of knowing that someone is still interested in them. Parental curiosity can be obnoxious and alienating or relief giving, depending on the attitude of the person involved. “I have a right to know” tinged questions with ulterior motives or nagging should be avoided. Honest inquiries, however, and other “between friends” communication and discussion will do much to further the parent-student relationship.
Tip #4 – Don’t worry (too much) about distressed phone calls or texts Parenting can be a thankless job, especially during the college years. It’s a lot of give and only a little take. Often when troubles become too much for a freshman to handle (a flunked test, end of a relationship and a shrunken t-shirt all in one day), the only place to turn is home. Be patient with those “nothing is going right, I hate this place” phone calls, texts or emails. Once students have vented they often move on quickly, while parents are still processing the last “crisis.” You’re providing a real service as an advice dispenser, sympathetic ear or punching bag. Granted, it’s a service that makes you feel lousy, but it works wonders for a frustrated student.
Tip #5 – Visit (but not too often) Visits by parents (especially when accompanied by shopping sprees and/or dinner out) are another part of the first-year events that freshmen are reluctant to admit liking, but appreciate greatly. These visits give the student a chance to introduce some of the important people in both of their important worlds (home and school) to each other. Additionally, it’s a way for parents to become familiar with (and, hopefully, more understanding of) their student’s new activities, commitments and friends. Spur of the moment “surprises” are usually not appreciated as students often have studying or other activities already planned.
Tip #6 – Don’t tell your student that “these are the best years of your life.” The first year can be full of indecisions, insecurities, disappointments and mistakes. It’s also full of discovery, inspiration and good times. It takes a while for some students to accept that being afraid, confused, and making mistakes can be part of the experience and part of growing up. Parents who believe that all college students get good grades, know what they want to major in, always have activity-packed weekends with thousands of close friends and lead carefree lives, are wrong. So are the parents that think college-educated means mistake-proof. Parents that insist upon the “best years” stereotype are working against their student’s already difficult self-development. Those who accept and understand the highs and lows of their student’s reality are providing the support and encouragement where it is needed most.
Tip #7 – Take time to discuss finances Most college students are still financially dependent on their parents to some degree. Sit down and discuss your family’s financial situation 6
Ten tips for parenting a Bearcat (continued) with your son or daughter. Students need to know how much money will be available to them and how much of the financial responsibility is theirs.
Tip #8 – Prepare for their return When the school year ends and your student returns home for vacation, sit down and discuss the rules of living at home. Parents need to respect the individuality their students have worked hard to achieve and students need to know there are rules and courtesies to be observed.
Tip #9 – Trust them Finding oneself is difficult enough without feeling that the people whose opinions you respect most are second-guessing you. One of the most important things you can do as a parent is to let your child know that you trust his/her judgment.
Tip #10 – Expect change In any event, your student will change (either drastically within the first months, slowly over the college years or somewhere in between). It’s natural, inevitable and it can be inspiring and beautiful and often it’s a pain in the neck. College, and experiences associated with it, can affect changes in social, vocational and personal behavior. An up-til-now wallflower may become a fraternity sweetheart; a pre-med student may discover a stronger love for drama or literature; or a high school radical may become a college preppy. You can’t stop change. You may not even understand it, but it is within your power to accept it. Your student may develop new interests but will essentially remain the same person. Don’t expect too much too soon. Maturation is not an instantaneous or overnight process, and you might well discover your student returning home with some of the habits and hang-ups, however unsophisticated, that you thought he or she had “grown out of.” Be patient!
Care package suggestions Sending care packages to your student is one of the nicest things you can do. Receiving a package in the mail will not only make your student the envy of the residence hall, but it will also let them know you care. There are many times when a small gift can brighten up a bad day, a bad grade or a bad situation. Here are some popular suggestions:
Anything edible cookies, granola bars, chocolate, crackers, macaroni & cheese, candy, dried fruit and nuts, soup, cereal, microwave popcorn
School supplies notebooks, pens, pencils, blank CDs, a memory stick, binders, erasers, index cards, Post-it notes, paper, rulers, highlighters
Toiletries soap, shampoo, towels, toothpaste, Q-tips, toothbrushes, deodorant, laundry detergent, dryer sheets, stain remover, Febreze
Anything family pictures, letters, cards, drawings from younger siblings, newspaper clippings
Anything fun board games, video games, deck of cards, crossword puzzles, Sudoku
Special occasions gift certificates for local restaurants, gift cards, money, iTunes gift cards, DVDs, posters or flowers
Subscription to hometown newspaper or favorite magazine
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Top 10 gifts to give your college student 1. A family portrait for their residence hall room to remind them that you’re still there and that, even when your student is busy and far away, they’re an important part of the family. 2. A large laundry bag (so they will have something to carry dirty clothes in when they bring them home for mom to wash). 3. Care packages (cookies, school supplies, new underwear, Walmart gift card and clippings from hometown newspapers). 4. A card once a week to let them know how things are at home and a subscription to the hometown newspaper or favorite magazine delivered to their school address. 5. Cleaning supplies (with a manual on how to use them). 6. A portable speaker for listening to music. 7. A calendar/or planner with important family events and obligations already filled in, as well as a phone book with family and friends’ phone numbers already listed. 8. Inclement weather items – gloves, umbrella and hats 9. If your student is not writing you back, send them a check list (Please check all that apply!) Everything is great
Everything is awful
I got an A on my test
I got an F on my test
My roommate and I are fighting
I enjoy living with my roommate
The food is great
The food is terrible
I’m making new friends
I miss you
Times are tough
Everything is cool
I need money
Leave me alone
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That first week home: pointing backward while looking forward By Janet Butler and Lynn Wilett Reprinted from The San Francisco Chronicle It’s Thanksgiving weekend, and here they are, your children, home from college. This, however, is no ordinary Thanksgiving. It’s the Thanksgiving of their first year at college, and although neither of you knows it yet, it’s going to prove to be a milestone for both of you. What do you do when this exuberant son or daughter of yours arrives on your doorstep with a bizarre haircut (or none at all)? In the three months since you last saw them, they’ve been telling their new friends about the home they came from and about the successes they enjoyed in high school. Uneasy in the new leveling environment of college, they’re pointing backward in order to present an identity: star quarterback, editor of the paper, prom queen, etc. They’ve probably made several calls home (the late-evening kind, asking you to send some of the things they decided not to bring), which you belatedly realized were cries of homesickness. By the time they leave home again at the end of Thanksgiving break, the pointing backward will have changed to pointing forward. Now they will be almost eager to get back to the residence hall and hear how their friends’ weekends went, and in the following four weeks they will be anguishing their way through their first college final exams and term papers. In the few short weeks between Thanksgiving and Christmas – as any professor or dean can tell you – they will settle into their new lives. Parents don’t usually realize, however, that although their children’s perceptions of home will necessarily change during the weekend, the quality of this change is pretty much up to the parents. In her book, Necessary Losses, Judith Viorst points to parents who are changeresisters, who “defy the realities of time by hanging on to their power and to their non-negotiable ways of doing things.” Thanksgiving weekend presents an opportunity for the final stage of parenting: the blessing, the letting-go as grown children are cheered on with affection and respect toward full autonomy. So, now it’s Wednesday evening or Thursday morning. Your child has arrived – unexpectedly thin or pudgy, sporting facial zits from too much midnight junk food, and lugging a duffel bag full of books and a basket full of clothes. What now? We offer some points which, admittedly, emphasize verbal restraint (“Bite your tongue.” “Grit your teeth.”).
Say positive things. Comment six times in five days. “You look wonderful!” or “It’s great to see you!” The corollary is that you make no remark on the weight gain, the miserable hair, or the ragged clothes.
Get information gently. “Tell me about your friends” is a good opener to help your children see their new acquaintances somewhat objectively as they describe them.
Use your third ear. Listen, listen and listen some more. Behind the extra pounds and the overly loud voice lurks more self doubt than they’ve experienced in a long time. Your son or daughter’s unexpressed, but overriding anxiety this first trimester is, “Can I make it? Will people like me?” You can help by listening and reassuring.
Don’t ask. Drugs and sex are very much a part of your worries, but don’t pry. Your children already know your wishes, and grilling them may force them into lying. Restating your opinions may make you – and even them – feel better, but outright probing and threatening will be counterproductive.
Keep calm. Despite your valiant efforts, flare-ups may erupt during the long weekend. Your new student has had some difficulty learning how to deal with emotions this trimester (the creepy roommate, the “stupid” professor) and the sudden temper loss may be due to college stress or to outright irritation with you. Hear it out calmly, filing away for future reference any apparently irrelevant accusations. (“And you were really horrible to Aunt Martha at high school graduation.”) These may be important keys to another issue, and a day or so later you can invite conversation on this concern.
Ignore unopened book bags. As Friday turns into Saturday and these supposed college students still have not touched the book bag, they continue to mention, “I have a Chem test next week.” Bite your tongue. You want them to succeed academically, but they have to want it before anything can happen. And truthfully, it may not happen until the second trimester – if then.
Grin and bear it. Limit yourself to one (good-natured) comment over their appalling loss of table manners. One day, these will return. Meantime, grit your teeth.
Respect their new status. On the matter of curfew: three months ago you sent your nearly grown child to a community where students are respected as full adults by faculty and staff alike. Your daughter has been deciding for herself when (or even if) to quit socializing and go to bed. Your son has had to discipline himself – without your help – to hit the books. 9
That first week home (continued) But you are entitled to demand consideration too. Which is the trait your student has been practicing in dormitory life. The issue, you can explain, is that you worry about their safety just as you would worry about that of any guest under your roof. “Call us if you’ll be later than 2 a.m.” is a reasonable request, and when they call in at 1:59, ask that they call again at 4:30 “so we won’t worry you were in an accident.” Fair is fair. 10
Give. Hug them hard when they leave at the end of the weekend. And give them something to take away, like cookies or a full tank of gas. Or a little extra cash! No other species on planet Earth has the difficulty humans do in releasing their young. Thanksgiving weekend provides a specific four-day period in which parents can, with forbearance, courtesy and good will, practice treating their own children as the adults they are becoming.
Campus resource guide Many times your student will call home questioning a University policy or having difficulty finding the resources they need. Instead of listening with no answers, this detailed list is an opportunity for you to take a proactive approach in helping your student get their questions answered, in addition to guiding them to the proper office. When you give your student the resource they need, it will empower them to make their own best decisions.
Colleges/departments
area code 660
College of Arts and Sciences Fine and Performing Arts (Art, Music, Theater)
562.1326
Natural Sciences (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Geology)
562.1388
English and Modern Languages (English, Languages)
562.1265
Humanities and Social Sciences (History, Humanities, Philosophy, Political Science, Geography)
562.1290
Mathematics, Computer Science and Information Systems (Math, Computer Science, Informational Systems)
562.1600 562.1230
Booth College of Business and Professional Studies Agricultural Sciences
562.1155
Business (Accounting/Economics/Finance, Marketing/Management)
562.1835
Communication and Mass Media (Mass Communication, Communication)
562.1361
College of Education and Human Services Behavioral Sciences (Psychology, Sociology)
562.1260
Health and Human Services (Health, Physical Education, Recreation, Nutrition/Dietetics)
562.1297
Professional Education (Educational Leadership, Curriculum and Instruction) 562.1239
Deciding Majors Advisement Office
562.1695
Question/problem
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Academic policies/procedures Address change Changing major Class schedule Choosing a major Dropping/adding a course Electronic mail Grades Registration process Study skills and tutoring
Resource
Registrar’s Office 562.1151 Registrar’s Office 562.1151 Registrar’s Office/ 562.1151 Academic Advisor Academic Advisor/ 562.1695 Advisement Office Advisement Office 562.1695 Registrar’s Office/ 562.1151 Academic Advisor Computing Services 562.1634 Registrar’s Office 562.1151 Registrar’s Office 562.1151 Assist Program 562.1975 Tutor 562.1726 Student Athlete Success 562.1975 Student Support Services 562.1862 11
Campus resource guide (continued) Question/problem Study skills and tutoring Summer school Transcripts ACT testing Admission for new students Graduate school information Testing, assessment and placement Transcript analysis Transfer credit Veteran’s assistance
Resource
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Students with Disabilities 562.1726 Talent Development Center 562.1726 Writing Center 562.1480 Registrar’s Office 562.1151 Registrar’s Office 562.1596 Wellness Services 562.1220 Office of Admissions 562.1148 Graduate Office 562.1145 Wellness Center 562.1220 Office of Admissions 562.1973 Office of Admissions 562.1973 Financial Assistance 562.1141
Financial assistance Bearcat Card Bearcat Card replacement Bills and fees Check cashing Emergency loans Financial Aid: grants and loans Financial Aid: scholarship Finding a job
Auxiliary Services 562.1242 ID Operations 562.1430 Bursar’s 562.1578 Bursar’s 562.1578 Financial Assistance 562.1363 Financial Assistance 562.1363 Financial Assistance/ Individual Departments 562.1363 Student Employment 562.1140
General information Activities/organizations Office of Student Involvement 562.1226 Athletics Fitness Center 562.1708 Intramurals 562.1606 Recreation Center 562.1606 Baseball 562.1352 Basketball (Men’s) 562.1309 Basketball (Women’s) 562.1299 Cross Country/Track 562.1303 Football 562.1784 Golf 562.1280 Soccer 562.1302 Softball 562.1783 Tennis 562.1312 Volleyball 562.1782 Campus events schedule Office of Student Involvement 562.1226 Duplicating services Mail/Copy Center 562.1137 562.1109 Event tickets Student Services Center 562.1212 Food services Campus Dining 562.1252 Greek Life Office of Student Involvement 562.1226 Library services B.D. Owens Library 562.1193 Notary Bursar’s 562.1578
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Campus resource guide (continued) Question/problem
Resource
Phone #
Notary
Financial Assistance 562.1363
Parking permits/tickets
Student Services Center 562.1212
Post Office Mail/Copy Center 562.1137 562.1109 Publications (student) Northwest Missourian 562.1224 Tower Yearbook 562.1528 Radio station KXCV Radio 562.1163 KZLX Radio 562.1165 Student Senate (student government) 562.1218 Television station KNWT Television 562.1953 Theft reports University Police 562.1254
Personal assistance Alcohol problems Wellness Services 562.1348 Career planning Career Services 562.1250 Complaints Contact the department chair or director of the area involved as the first step in resolving the situation. Student Affairs 562.1242 Provost’s Office 562.1120 Counseling Wellness Services 562.1348 Career Services 562.1250 Death or illness in family Student Affairs 562.1242 Disability services LAP/S Office (learning disabilities) 562.1726 LAP/S Office (physically challenged) 562.1348 Dr. Leslie Galbreath, Director 562.1192 Eating disorders Wellness Services 562.1348 Escort service/safe ride home University Police 562.1254 Health/medical/wellness Wellness Services 562.1348 Health insurance Wellness Services 562.1348 Homesickness Resident Assistant or Wellness Service 562.1220 Housing Residential Life 562.1214 International student assistance Intercultural and International Center 562.1367 Learning assistance Assist Program 562.1726 Math Tutor 562.1726 Student Athlete Success 562.1975 Student Support Services 562.1862 Students with Disabilities 562.1726 Talent Development Center 562.1726 Writing Center 562.1480 Minority student concerns Intercultural and International Center 562.1367 Roommate problems RA/Hall Director Residential Life 562.1214
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New student resources Recruitment and Visitor’s Center/ Admissions Office Located at the main entrance to campus, the primary purpose of the Mabel Cook Recruitment and Visitor’s Center is to serve students seeking admissions information. During regular hours, personnel in the Mabel Cook Recruitment and Visitor’s Center can arrange campus tours, appointments with faculty when available, financial assistance and other general information. You can reach them by calling 800.633.1175 or 660.562.1562. Other admissions functions are carried out by the Office of Admissions operations division in the Administration Building. The Office of Admissions processes all freshman, transfer, returning and non-degree applications for admission. Questions concerning transfer of credits, transcript evaluations, residency determination, admission procedures and standards may be addressed to this office. Phone 660.562.1148 with any questions or concerns.
Summer Orientation Advisement and Registration (SOAR) SOAR is to help students become acclimated to campus, meet other new students and upper classmen such as their SOAR Leader, meet with an academic advisor and get their fall schedule, among other things. SOAR isn’t just for new freshman though, it’s also for families. This is an opportunity for you to get any questions answered you may have about starting school in the fall. At the end of the day the whole family will leave knowing what to expect when you move to campus in the fall.
Advantage Advantage is a four-day program just prior to the fall trimester that welcomes new students to campus. Students learn the ins and outs of campus through programs on Residential Life, Safety, Computing, Personal and Social Issues, and they start meeting with their Freshmen Seminar class right away, even before classes begin. But it’s not all serious; it’s also a lot of fun, with movies, barbecues, ice cream socials, fireworks and more. Questions about SOAR, Transfer Student Orientation and Preregistration or Advantage can be directed to 660.562.1951.
University Seminar University Seminar is designed to help students establish a foundation for success at Northwest. The course assists students in making the transition into Northwest community life and course work by helping them establish social networks, learn about campus resources and develop a plan for success. University Seminar is a one credit hour general education requirement for all full-time first year students (or transfer students with less than 15 hours). The University Seminar course is taught by a Northwest faculty/staff member. An upper division Northwest student serves as a Peer Advisor. Questions about the program can be directed to the Freshman Seminar office at 660.562.1616. 14
A healthy lifestyle Northwest Missouri State University is a safe campus, situated in a small rural community. However, that doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t talk to your student before they leave home about safety measures and precautions, as well as some advice on a healthy lifestyle.
Safety Measures Make sure your student knows to: Walk only where it’s safe — and never walk alone at night Never go to or leave a party with people they don’t know well Never drink and drive or ride with a driver who’s been drinking or using other drugs Keep their room locked Keep their car locked Keep their bike properly chained to bike racks Some facts to know: Campus thieves are usually interested in cash, checks and credit cards Campus thieves are also interested in electronics and bikes Thefts occur most in residence halls, library, student union, and parking lots How to protect residence hall rooms: Keep doors and windows locked Close curtains at night Keep money and jewelry in a safe place Keep valuables out of sight Leave a light on when they leave Make a record of valuables and credit cards for insurance purposes Avoid leaving a message on their door or a post on social media saying they’re not in the room Report broken lights, locks, doors and windows ASAP! Don’t prop doors open (inside or outside) Safe sex Remind your student of your values about sexual behaviors. Review the facts they need to stay safe and make wise decisions. Go over the risks of STIs (sexually transmitted infections), including HIV (the virus that causes AIDS). Free male condoms are available at the Wellness Center which is open from 8-5 Mon-Fri. STI and Pregnancy testing are also available at the Wellness Center.
Sexual Misconduct Sexual misconduct is taken seriously at Northwest Missouri State University. Information about our Title IX and sexual misconduct policies can be found here: www.nwmissouri.edu/facts/titleix.htm. We encourage victims of sexual misconduct to report what happens to them by contacting the Title IX Coordinator or University Police. Sexual harassment Sexual harassment can involve students, faculty and staff. Make sure
your student knows the school policy and what to do if they experience any form of harassment. All cases should be reported to the Title IX Coordinator. Sexual Assault and intimate partner violence As part of our comprehensive program to promote safety Northwest participates in the Sexual Assault Response Team (SART) which is a campus and community collaborative group that meets on a monthly basis to streamline the process for sexual assault victims. Victims of sexual violence are encouraged to contact the Children and Family Center of Northwest Missouri which is our local shelter. Their 24 hour hotline is 1.866.382.7867. Make sure your student understands the dangers. Talk about how to prevent situations that could put them at risk. Explain how drinking and using other drugs, or being around others who do, can increase the risk of sexual assault and intimate partner violence. Encourage them to attend programming such as “Can I Kiss You?” and “Take Back The Night” to learn about violence prevention and the importance of building healthy relationships. Bystander Intervention Training is also available and information about it can be found here: www.nwmissouri.edu/ wellness/bearcatwatch/. Northwest has a zero tolerance policy regarding sexual assault and dating violence. We strongly encourage victims to contact available resources for immediate assistance in the event of an assault.
Alcohol and other drugs When many students enter into college, they may feel some pressure to start drinking in order to be “cool.” Go over your own views about alcohol. It is important to start discussing these issues well before your student leaves for college. Northwest has a “no tolerance” policy regarding alcohol on campus except for designated events. Right now Share realistically your own experiences with drinking, both negative and positive. Be clear in what you expect from them about such things as: Attending class 15
A healthy lifestyle (continued) Study time vs. social time Choices regarding underage drinking Drinking and driving Financial responsibility Staying in touch
Conversation starters How will you decide whether or not to drink at college? What will you do if you find yourself at a party with only alcohol to drink? What will you do if your roommate only wants to drink and party? What will you do if you find a student passed out in the bathroom? How will you handle it if you are asked to “baby-sit� someone who is very drunk? Once they’re in college Since the first six weeks of college is a very high-risk time for first year students, you may want to write or email more frequently and be supportive. Ask questions such as How are you doing? Do you like your classes? What is the party scene like? Have you gone to any parties yet? If so, what did you think? What kinds of activities are available? Have you joined any clubs or organizations? Are you enjoying campus life? Why? Do you see others making friends or just drinking buddies? How are you getting along with your roommate? Are you feeling overwhelmed? What can I do to help?
Suicide Prevention Transitioning from high school to college, from your hometown to a new city, from having your best friend right next door to having them across the country at a different college can be challenging. College can be a time when mental health is tested. It is important to talk with your student about reaching out for help if they need it; encouraging them to talk with a counselor about the stresses they are facing with class, work, relationships and extracurricular activities. Students can receive six free counseling sessions per trimester on Campus. Having these conversations and building resiliency is important in suicide prevention. You can learn more about how to have those conversations through Ask. Listen. Refer. which is an online suicide prevention training, www. asklistenrefer.org/nw. You can also refer to the Project Hope website: www.nwmissouri.edu/wellness/projecthope/. Project Hope is our Campus Suicide Prevention Program at Northwest.
Nutrition and fitness After entering college, many students find themselves eating on the run 16
and not eating very healthy. Often it is also difficult to find the time and energy to exercise. Before your student leaves for school, talk to them about the importance of staying fit and eating healthy. Remind them that a proper diet and regular exercise can help increase their energy level, reduce stress and maintain a healthy weight. Encourage your student to find out about available exercise programs and facilities, including intramural sports. Encourage your student to talk with a counselor if he/she appears thinner than usual or appears to be developing an obsession with food. These could be symptoms of an eating disorder. Also, students should have a physical exam before leaving. All immunizations should be up to date. Dental, eye and ear exams are also recommended.
University Police The University Police Department is located on the west side of the Northwest campus, adjacent to the Materials Distribution Center, in the Support Services building. University Police enforces state, local and University regulations to protect the welfare of the University community. The department assists in campus safety, fire safety, crime prevention and investigation, and security on campus and is responsible for vehicle registration and the enforcement of University parking regulations. We take student safety very seriously. University Police employs 10 state-certified commissioned police officers and is staffed 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The University is served by a 911 emergency phone system, meaning that all 911 calls made from a campus telephone go directly through the University Police dispatching center. University Police works closely with Wellness Services, Residential Life staff, the Freshman Seminar Office, the Student Affairs Office and other University offices and student organizations as well as local law enforcement agencies. During the evening hours, visitors and members of the campus community may request an escort to their vehicles or back to their
A healthy lifestyle (continued) residence hall free of charge. Northwest has innovative alert systems, including the Simplex System, which broadcasts emergency announcements in campus buildings, and the opt-out emergency text-message alert program.
Operation ID This program provides a means for students to protect their personal property against theft and fire. University Police will numerically mark property free of charge.
Personal safety programs University Police officers provide personal security information at orientation and at Advantage. Other programs are offered in the residence halls and to clubs/organizations upon request. Topics include, but are not limited to, the following: Operation ID, sexual assault awareness, drugs/alcohol/DWI and fire safety. RAD–Rape Aggression Defense is an introductory self-defense course for women including classroom instruction, techniques and actual simulations.
Wellness Services University Wellness Services, operating out of the University Wellness Center is the hub for all campus wellness activities and encompasses clinical, counseling, health promotion, public health and crisis response services. While remaining committed to quality outpatient care, Wellness Services focuses on wellness not only as prevention of disease, but as a philosophy of life. This philosophy emphasizes self-responsibility and taking an active role in maintaining one’s health with the assumption that true health must consider the individual as an integration of mind, body, and spirit through considering social, emotional, spiritual, intellectual, occupational and physical wellness. Please visit the University Wellness Services website at www. nwmissouri.edu/wellness.
Clinic services Wellness Services provides clinical health services to full- and parttime students. In the fall and spring trimesters, full-time nursing and physician services are offered between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Due to decreased volume demand in the summer, fewer clinic service hours are available. Wellness Services will bill all insurance plans (except out-of-state Medicaid) for clinic services provided to Northwest students. Students will be financially responsible for lab, procedure, and injection charges not covered by insurance, as well as medications prescribed by our providers. Students without insurance will be responsible for the entirety of these lab, procedure, injection, and medication costs. As a benefit of being a Northwest student, Wellness Services does not collect copays or bill students directly for office visit charges not covered by insurance—making us the most affordable and convenient healthcare provider for Northwest students. Prior to enrollment, students must comply with certain health requirements to protect the health and safety of the Northwest community, including:
1. Completion of a Health History Form (required for all students). 2. MMR Immunization. All Northwest students born during or after 1957 must show proof of immunization against Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR). Students who do not show proof of MMR immunization will have a hold placed on registration for classes in the next trimester. The following students are exempted from this requirement: 1) Online-only students, 2) Students attending one of Northwest’s Distance Learning Centers, 3) Dual enrollment students. 3. Meningococcal Education and Immunization. Per Missouri State Law, all students who will reside in residence halls must meet or complete the Meningococcal requirement by: 1) providing proof that they’ve received the vaccination after the age of 16; 2) receiving the immunization; or 3) signing a waiver stating they understand the dangers of meningitis, and have made the decision not to be vaccinated. Students may not move into the residence halls until they have completed this requirement. Wellness Services strongly recommends that all Northwest students receive the Meningococcal immunization. 4. Tuberculosis Screening is required on all first-time students at Northwest Missouri State University. This screening is found on the health history form that is given to all first time Northwest students. 5. Tuberculosis testing is required for first-time students who: 1) are born in a country with high incidence of TB based on CDC guidelines; 2) have spent more than three continuous months outside the United States in a country with high incidence of TB; and/or 3) have a known exposure to TB. Details on how to satisfy these requirements can be found at www.nwmissouri.edu/ wellness/beforenw.htm
Personal Development and Counseling Services Wellness Services as a whole is committed to the personal development and success of all Northwest students. Personal Development and Counseling Services are vital resources that can help students reach their full potential. Students use these services to improve the way they live, learn and grow. Personal Development and Counseling Services offers individual and couples counseling to students, focusing on a wide variety of student concerns. In addition, the following services are provided to the campus community: workshops, guest lectures, referral services, consultations, training and crisis intervention. Recently, meditation and hatha yoga classes have been added as services to students at no additional charge. Counseling services and outreach are provided by a staff of licensed mental health professionals to help students get the most out of their college experience.
Health promotion services Wellness Services offers a variety of services promoting health and wellness that are designed to help students modify their lifestyles and move toward a higher level of health and wellness. These services include but are not limited to: grant-funded public health initiatives, health and wellness related speakers, awareness weeks, health education activities, peer education programs and other health promotion events. 17
Living on campus The residence halls play an important role in the student’s experiences at the University by developing a living community within each hall. The halls provide an education unique from that obtained in the classroom. Students find themselves sharing their day-to-day experiences with new friends and living and growing as people by engaging with students from different backgrounds. We believe that residential life will constitute a significantly meaningful part of your student’s educational experience.
Bearcat Card Every student enrolled at Northwest is required to have an identification card, known as the Bearcat Card, to carry at all times. The Bearcat Card is a combination ID card, meal card, vending card and for those students who have a bank account at U.S. Bank, an ATM and debit card. Vending expenditures are deducted from meal plans or billed to the student’s account monthly. The banking function, for students who have U.S. Bank accounts, can be used at Automatic Teller machines and as a debit card with a PIN at off-campus businesses, the Bursar’s Office, as well as at businesses nationwide. The Bearcat Card has many uses including proof of ID for charging items at the bookstore and to gain access to campus and sporting events. Bearcat Cards are issued from the ID Office, located on the second floor of the J.W. Jones Student Union in the Student Affairs Complex. The card is valid as long as the student is enrolled at Northwest. Students should treat their Bearcat Card as they would cash or a credit card. No temporary IDs will be issued but cards can be replaced for a $20 fee, plus tax, charged to the student’s account. If a student loses a card, it should be reported immediately online by typing in “lost ID” in the search box on the Northwest homepage; By selecting the top link the lost/stolen ID card can be reported in order to deactivate it. Replacement IDs are available in the Student Affairs Complex and The Station.
Cable TV
Local cable service is provided to each resident’s room. Service includes ABC, CBS, FOX and NBC from Kansas City, Omaha and St. Joseph. Students also receive TBS, WGN, KSHB, CNN, PBS, CSPAN, ESPN, MTV, TNT, AMC, VH1, TNN, USA, A&E, Lifetime, Disney, FOX Family, FOX Sports, Cartoon Network, Nickelodeon, Discovery, Learning Channel, History, Weather Channel, WB, BET, GAC and Comedy Central.
Cooking Due to sanitation, health and safety laws, cooking in the residence halls is permitted only in community kitchens. The only cooking appliances that are permitted in student rooms are popcorn poppers, George Foreman grills, hot pots, coffee makers and microwaves with 700 watts or less. Refrigerators are allowed in the residence hall rooms. [No larger than five cubic feet and 2.5 amps.] Cooking equipment is available and may be checked out from each residence hall’s front desk; equipment varies from hall to hall. 18
Windows High rises: Each room contains two windows, one on each side of the room. The windows are 37.5"W x 51.5"H. We suggest using a small tension rod for curtains since holes are not allowed to be drilled. Hudson/Perrin: Each room contains one window that is 6’8”W x 5’6”H with mini blinds.
Desk service A student Desk Assistant is on duty at the main desk in each residence hall and The Station. The desks are generally open from 11 a.m. until midnight, but this varies on weekends and by hall. The assistant is available to answer questions of a general nature; to assist guests, to distribute mail, equipment, vending machine refunds and to answer the telephone.
Escort policy Security and safety of each resident is a primary concern and the conduct of any guest is the responsibility of the resident being visited. As such, all guests of the opposite gender must be escorted in freshman halls during escort hours. Escort policies are in effect from 10 p.m. to 9 a.m.
Exercise rooms All residents have access to an exercise facility in their area. The type of equipment varies but includes weight-training and aerobic exercise equipment. Membership at the University Fitness Center gives access to all exercise facilities in residence halls. There is a yearly cost for membership.
Freshman learning centers All freshman halls offer a First-Year Experience program that will assist students in transitioning from high school to a successful college graduate. This will be done by increased interactions with Residential Life staff, with an increased ratio of staff to students, programs centered around transitional issues and academic support from peer educators and the Talent Development Center staff.
Living on campus (continued) Housing agreement conditions, housing prepayment and cancelation of housing reservation A one-time pre-payment of $150 must accompany the student’s Housing and Food Service Agreement. Students who have submitted a housing agreement and prepayment and then decide not to enroll, or those who enroll and are allowed to live off campus, must notify the Office of Residential Life in writing postmarked no later than the following dates in order to secure a full refund: Academic year applicants: June 1 for new students, April 1 for returning students, March 1 for Forest Village Apartment residents Spring trimester applicants: November 1 Failure to notify of cancelation in writing by the above dates will result in forfeiture of the prepayment and may result in additional charges as well. The student is reminded that the housing agreement is for the academic year; thus, release from the agreement at the end of the fall trimester will not be permitted. In addition, damage charges and other financial obligations to the University, if any, will be assessed to the student’s University bill.
Changing rooms Students in the residence halls have the option to change rooms within their own residence hall or to another hall during room change week. Changes are permitted by the Hall/Complex Director, according to assignment priorities beginning the second week of classes each trimester and the last week of classes in the fall.
Reassignment and consolidation The Office of Residential Life reserves the right to assign a second student to a double room in which only one student is living in order to bring it to full occupancy. The right is also reserved to assign or reassign rooms in any way that will best utilize the facilities. For this purpose, or for other reasonable cause, the Office of Residential Life may change room assignments or require a student to move to different accommodations.
agreement. Thus, the University considers only those requests where residents have incurred a significant change in their circumstances, beyond their control, since the date their agreement was signed. Weight loss programs and commercial weight loss programs (i.e. Weight Watchers, Jenny Craig, Nutrisystem, etc.) are not reasons for release from meal plans. Residents should not forego the use of services or make any future commitments until they are fully released.
A. Cancelation policy prior to occupancy 1. Cancel on or before June 1 (new academic year agreement): No penalty, housing prepayment will be refunded. 2. Cancel after June 1 (new academic year agreement): Housing prepayment will be forfeited. 3. Cancel on or before Nov. 1 (new spring only agreement): No penalty, housing prepayment will be refunded. 4. Cancel after Nov. 1 (new spring agreement): Housing payment will be forfeited. 5. Students who sign the agreement after June 1 for fall, Nov. 1 for spring, will forfeit their housing prepayment if later they decide to cancel.
B. Cancelation policy after room occupancy 1. Withdraw from University: The room charge will be refunded as follows: 100% through the 5th class day 75% — 6th through 10th class day 50% — 11th through 15th class day 25% — 16th through 20th class day Meal plans will be reduced by the unused portion and will be charged a $200 cancelation fee.
If a resident who has requested a double-occupancy room does not have a roommate, he/she will be given a reasonable opportunity to find a roommate, move to another double occupancy room with a roommate, or pay for a private room. Residents who do not choose one of these options must agree to keep half of the room empty or be charged for a private room.
Cancelation/releases from housing and food service agreement form For students enrolling in the fall trimester, the Housing and Food Services Agreement is for the entire academic year. Release at the end of the fall trimester is not automatic and should not be assumed. Residents with extreme and unusual circumstances may wish to be released from their agreement. In view of its own obligations, the University is limited in its ability to release students from their 19
Living on campus (continued) 2. Petition approved to move off campus and remain enrolled: A pro-rated nightly fee is charged for nights occupied. A cancelation fee of 35% of the remaining room agreement for the academic year plus a $200 meal plan cancelation fee is charged (if the student decides to cancel their meal plan). Any unused meal plan money is refunded. This includes students who enter legally into marriage and are able to present their marriage certificate as documentation, freshman students who are approved for commuter status and students enrolled exclusively online. 3. Residents not returning to Northwest at the end of the fall trimester will not be charged a cancelation fee if they notify the Residential Life Office. This includes students who graduate, leave Maryville for student teaching, study abroad or withdraw from spring classes. Exceptions to these policies (students with extenuating circumstances) may be petitioned. Petition forms are available in the Residential Life Office. The University considers only those requests where residents have incurred a significant change in their circumstances, beyond their control, since the date their agreement was signed. Residents should not forego the use of services or make any future commitments until they are officially released.
Insurance The University does not assume responsibility for the personal property of students. Therefore, all such property brought on campus is at the resident’s own risk. Residents desiring protection of personal belongings should check on coverage provided by family policies or make arrangements to purchase their own policies. Students are responsible for insuring notebook computers used by the University against fire, theft and water damage.
Laundry facilities Washers and dryers are provided for residents’ use in a designated area of each complex at no cost to the student. Students gain entry with their FOB, which acts as their key to their residence hall.
Lofts/room alterations Room alterations such as bunk beds and lofts are permitted in high rise residence halls and must be approved by hall director/resident assistant. Guidelines for lofts: Lofts must be free standing; two feet from the top of the mattress to the ceiling; and must not be placed in front of the door, windows or heater. Lofts are not allowed in Hudson and Perrin as all beds are loftable. Lofts are not allowed in South Complex but beds are bunkable. All lofts and bunk beds must be dismantled and removed prior to the beginning of finals week or at the time when one of the residents vacates the room, whichever is the earliest. Holes should not be drilled or hammered in the walls. Any other room alteration must have prior approval of the hall director. For 20
specific information concerning loft building, refer to our website at www.nwmissouri.edu/reslife/Residence_Hall_Life/lofts.htm or call 660.562.1214 or email residentiallife@nwmissouri.edu.
Microwaves Residents may bring microwaves of 700 watts or less for use in their rooms.
Pets For reasons of health and sanitation, no pets except fish are permitted in the student rooms of the residence halls. Fish tanks may be 20 gallon or less.
Quiet/courtesy hours (study hours) Courtesy hours are in effect 24 hours a day; stereos, radios, TVs, musical instruments and all conversations must be maintained at levels that will not interfere with the study or sleep of other residents. Study hours are 8 p.m. to 9 a.m. Sunday–Thursday and midnight to 9 a.m. Friday–Saturday in all Freshman Learning Centers. To ensure the rights of every student to study or sleep, there are 23hour quiet hours during finals week.
Refrigerators Residents may bring their own refrigerators, but they can not exceed five cubic feet with an amperage of 2.5. Refrigerators must be removed from the halls at the end of the academic year or termination of a housing agreement as well and be cleaned, defrosted and unplugged prior to winter break.
Residency requirement The University wishes to maintain flexible housing policies which are in the best interest of all students. Research shows that living in the residence halls is a positive experience for most students, especially freshmen. Students who live in the residence halls are more likely to be involved in clubs and organizations, become well connected with the University, have a higher success rate and have higher grade point averages than those living off campus. For this reason, all firsttime freshmen must live in the residence halls unless they are married, 21 years of age or are commuting from their parent’s home within 60 miles (with approval). Students not complying with the policy will be billed for room and board charges. Students needing to live in the residence halls should contact the Admissions Office at 1.800.633.1175 for a Residential Life and Campus Dining booklet.
Telephones Landline telephone service in residence hall rooms is not automatically connected. Students may elect to sign up for service through Embarq, at an additional cost.
Visitation Visitation by members of the opposite sex in the residence halls is permitted during open hours. Maximum visitation hours for Freshman Learning Centers are 9 a.m. to 1 a.m., Sunday–Thursday; open visitation hours are 9 a.m. Friday through 1 a.m. Monday morning. Each residence hall has the option to decrease the number of visitation hours. Upper-classmen halls have 24-hour visitation.
What to bring It is important to be aware of what to expect when your student moves into their campus home at Northwest. Please note the items that already come furnished with each residence room and what your student will need to provide.
Items in the room (all items must remain in the room) • One twin bed per person • One desk and chair per person • One dresser per person • One closet per person • Overhead light • Active cable TV outlet • Air conditioner • Heater • Active computer network outlet for each person Things you’ll need • Sheets (see mattress size on floor plan) • Pillows and pillowcases • Blankets/bedspread • Alarm clock • Power strip (extension cords not allowed) • Fan • Umbrella • Towels (bath and hand) • Curtains • Wastebasket • School supplies • Flashlight • Laundry basket • Toiletries, shower basket and shower shoes • Clothes (due to limited space, bring what is needed and change as seasons change)
Optional items • TV • Hair dryer • DVD player • Iron and ironing board • Popcorn popper • Wipe-off board for door • Dishes, glasses, mugs, silverware • Coffee maker • Loft (Prohibited in Hudson, Perrin or South Complex) • Hot pot • Stereo with headphones (low wattage) • George Foreman grill • Microwave oven (700 watts or less) • Small refrigerator (not to exceed 5 cubic feet with 2.5 amperage) It is recommended that students not bring too many personal items until there is an opportunity to see how much space is available and what you can share with your roommate.
Things you should not bring • Alcohol or illegal drugs • Bed • Firearms or other weapons • Dresser • Electric skillets • Console TV • Hot plates or toasters • Halogen lamps • Household extension cords • Candles or incense • Ceiling fans or window AC units • Pets (except fish in aquariums,
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So maybe your student wants a loft in their room Some of the most interesting, space saving, efficient rooms on campus are those with lofts. A loft raises the bed up and out of the way to provide more living space for the more important necessities of life like a small refrigerator, TV, microwave, couch, bean bag chair, crates, DVD collections and video game systems. Some rooms have lofts included, while other do not, but students have the option to buy or rent one. REMINDER: Traditionally constructed wooden lofts or metal rentals are allowed in Millikan, Phillips, Franken and Dieterich only. All other halls have bed frames that are bunkable, and/or loftable. TIP: Don’t buy a loft right away. Visit with upperclassmen and get ideas, then buy supplies and build. Sometimes upperclassmen will sell their lofts for less than the cost of supplies. Or considering renting a metal loft. Options to buy or rent lofts are given at SOAR. Information is also posted on the Residential Life website.
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Floor plan for high rises (Millikan, Dieterich, Franken and Phillips)
1. All lofts must be freestanding. The loft cannot be fastened to any part of the floor, walls or ceiling of the room for structural support. 2. The loft must be completely removed from the room prior to finals at the end of the spring trimester (even if you are planning to return to the same room the following academic year). A removal fee may be charged to residents who abandon lofts in the room or hallways.
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3. Any and/or all damages resulting from the building, existence or removal of the loft will be billed to you. 4. Due to variations in room size and other restrictions, students are encouraged to construct their lofts only after arrival on campus. It is also suggested that you discuss building a loft with your roommate.
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Room specifications: Windows: 37.5” wide x 51.5” high Desk shelf and light: 57” high
9. There must be at least two feet from the top of the mattress to the ceiling. The minimum height to the ceiling is to help prevent head injuries and minimize the danger in case of fire.
Ceiling: 8’, 1”
10. No University-owned furniture or equipment may be removed from the room to accommodate a loft, including metal frames.
Lofts: Student constructed lofts are allowed.
11. The University is not responsible for any injury resulting from the construction or use of lofts or other student construction.
Fixed furniture: Closet, dresser, desk
12. When the structure is completed, the resident must request an inspection. Contact your RA to arrange for inspection. If the structure is not approved, it must be corrected or removed within 48 hours.
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Desk: 30.75” high Door: 31.75” wide by 84” high Moveable furniture: Bunkable beds Mattresses: Franken/Phillips: 80” long (extra-long sheets suggested) NOTE: These are measurements of typical rooms. Your room will vary slightly. All furniture must remain in the room. There is no additional space for storage. 23
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Door: 36” wide by 79.5” high
Ceiling: 9’ high
Mattresses: 80” long (extra-long twin sheets recommended)
Door: 30” wide by 6’8” high
All freestanding furniture with bunkable beds.
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NOTE: These are measurements of typical rooms. Your room will vary slightly. All furniture must remain in the room. There is no additional space for storage.
NOTE: These are measurements of typical rooms. Your room will vary slightly. All furniture must remain in the room. There is no additional space for storage.
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Room specifications: Windows: 5’6” wide by 6’5” high, mini blinds provided Ceiling: 9’ high Door: 3’ wide by 6’6” high Mattresses: 80” long (extra-long twin sheets recommended) All freestanding furniture with loftable, bunkable or single bed. NOTE: These are measurements of typical rooms. Your room will vary slightly. All furniture must remain in the room. There is no additional space for storage.
The Residential Life Staff strives to provide personal growth opportunities for your student, opportunities that will serve to enhance those interpersonal and social skills that have become increasingly important in today’s complex society. We have a variety of people available to help your student as they embark on their college experience. A Resident Assistant (RA) is likely one of the first people your student will meet. Each floor has an RA who has been trained to assist them with a myriad of questions from, “Where’s the laundry room?” to “How can I change my major?” They know all the pitfalls of the typical freshman year from loneliness to study skills and will be more than happy to help them along the way. The RA is supervised by a Residence Hall Director, a full-time professional who lives in the residence hall and is standing by to help in any way they can. There is also an Academic Resource Consultant in Hall (ARCH) assigned to each Freshman Learning Center. This individual is an undergraduate student who is specially trained in assisting students in achieving academic success. They will plan programs, offer tutoring referrals and provide information all geared toward helping your student be the best they can be. In addition, our front desk staff, composed of Desk Assistants (DAs) and a Desk Manager (DM) are ready and willing to help. The front desk provides such services as equipment checkout for sports, games, cooking and a host of other services such as change for vending areas, printing and answering questions on a daily basis. BRIDGEs (Building Relationships and Integrating Diverse Growth Experience) work to facilitate diversity education and promote an enriching environment by providing programming and resources for students. BRIDGEs work collaboratively with the Intercultural and International Center to provide activities and education that stimulate an active interest in other cultures. Northwest is proud to offer an environment rich in opportunities for lifelong relationships, leadership development, personal development, academic enhancement and just plain fun. 25
Getting to know the hall staff (continued) Mail options Receiving mail is the highlight of many students’ day. The University’s Mail/Copy Center delivers U.S. Postal Service mail to each residence hall Monday through Saturday. Packages sent parcel post (UPS, FedEx, DHL, etc.) are delivered to the Materials Distribution Center and distributed to the residence halls one day after arriving on campus. Any express, priority or overnight packages are delivered to the residence halls the same day they arrive on campus. Each hall has centrally-located mailboxes. Packages too large for the mailboxes are distributed from the main desk. The University Mail/Copy Center is located on the first floor of Thompson Ringold. There is also a mail drop on the first floor of the Administration Building. Besides the Mail/Copy Center, stamps can be purchased at the Student Services Center in the Administration Building and at each residence hall front desk.
Dining services Northwest dining services have been transformed to offer many exciting new options. The highlight is our new residential dining center, The Bearcat Commons, on the lower level of the Student Union featuring a Mediterranean kitchen offering hearth baked pizza and zesty pasta dishes; produce market and deli; an all-American grill; Tex Mex cuisine; fresh bakery and exhibition stations as well as a Mongolian grill. Students can enjoy the digital menu boards, enhanced signage and improved seating areas with an emphasis on sustainability, including reusable “green” containers. The new menu choices provide more variety and value as well as healthy options. Students benefit from a comprehensive health and 26
wellness program which impacts menu development and recipes, while offering an array of fruits and vegetables, expert advice and nutritional information. Students are encouraged to meet with our on-site registered dietitian at any time for dietary information and counseling. Students have even more flexibility with the new all access meal plans, giving access to The Bearcat Commons 7 days a week. This enables students to graze or snack throughout the day, which can improve personal energy levels and optimize choice and convenience. The second floor location offers a new retail dining area consisting of Einstein Bros bagels and specialty coffee, Chick-fil-A chicken sandwiches, and Zen Asian cuisine including sushi. In addition, this location offers Provisions on Demand (P.O.D.) convenience options. Students can also use new smartphone and online ordering options. Options for students do not end after leaving the Union. Students can also visit The Station, centrally located in the northwest residential housing, which houses our Provisions on Demand (P.O.D.) Market convenience store. The Station also is home to Papa John’s, which now offers on-campus delivery. Another smaller convenience store is available for the apartment residents in Forest Village. An exciting addition to the library is Starbucks, providing students with coffee, specialty drinks and bakery items. Enhanced vending areas are also located in the Garrett-Strong Science Building, Colden Hall and Valk Center. Dining Services also seeks enthusiastic employees with the desire to provide quality customer service. Students employed receive the benefits of a convenient work location, competitive wage, bi-weekly paycheck, and free meals; work-study is not required for these positions. For more information visit us online at www.nwcampusdining.com or on Facebook at www.facebook.com/nwcampusdining.
Beyond the classroom One of Northwest’s greatest assets is the friendly “family” atmosphere on campus. Students find it easy to get involved in residence hall activities, academic organizations, intramural sports and social groups. An outstanding variety of touring companies, concerts, lectures, films, comedy, and University theatre and music performances highlight each trimester. We have an active Greek community on campus, with 10 fraternities and seven sororities. About 15 percent of our students participate in the Greek community. Northwest is a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (Division II) and the Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletics Association for both men’s and women’s athletics. Campus recreation programs, including intramurals and open recreation, are also popular activities that anyone can participate in.
Campus ministries Northwest’s campus ministries welcome all students to their faith communities of the various student centers and ministries. Each one provides its own creative forms of ministry. The following campus ministries direct their ministries from their respective buildings: Baptist Student Union Catholic Newman Center Christian Campus House (Independent) Lutheran Campus Center Wesley Student Center (United Methodist)
Encore Performing Arts Series The Encore Performing Arts Series provides a season of cultural and performing arts events. Past events have included “Rock of Ages,” “CATS,” the St. Petersburg Ballet, “Footloose,” Hungarian National Symphony, “Hairspray,” the Parsons Dance Company, St. Louis Ballet and Chicago. Single show performances are available, as well as season tickets. A complete schedule of events can be found at 27
Intramurals The campus recreation program at Northwest provides an opportunity for participation in many different activities, both team and individual. This voluntary program is utilized by more than half of the student body each year. Some of the different activities offered include basketball, table tennis, flag football, softball, volleyball, and racquet sports, to name a few.
Student organizations There are more than 150 student organizations on the Northwest campus, ranging from departmental honor societies to organizations for people who have the same interests. Freshmen may also choose to join a fraternity or sorority during their first trimester on campus, or they may wait until later in their college career to make this decision. No matter what your student is interested in, Northwest has an organization for them. Information on all student organizations is available at http://nwmissouri.collegiatelink.net
Student Recreation Center Located north side of Lamkin Activity Center, the Student Recreation Center is available to students, staff and faculty. It features three basketball courts, six racquetball courts and a suspended jogging track.Students can check out equipment for a variety of activities such as tennis, volleyball, table tennis, badminton and pickleball. Students may also use the exercise area located in the Recreation Center or the Robert and Virginia Foster Fitness Center. The cost to use the Rec Center and the Fitness Center are included in student fees. Hours for usage are posted each trimester. Students must bring their Bearcat Card and an extra pair of shoes for use in the facility.
Beyond the classroom (continued) www.nwmissouri.edu/campusactivities or by calling the Office of Student Involvement at 660.562.1226.
Distinguished Lecture Series This series hosts national and international speakers who discuss a variety of issues. Past speakers have included Carl Bernstien, Kerry Kennedy, Sarah Brady, Maya Angelou, Jeffrey Toobin, Herman Boone and Bill Youst (“Remember the Titans”). A complete schedule of events can be found at www.nwmissouri.edu.
Fitness Center The Department of Health and Human Services is committed to promoting health and fitness with students. The new Robert and Virginia Foster Fitness Center is scheduled to open in Fall 2015. Students have the opportunity to participate in group exercise classes and personal training. The Northwest Fitness Center is available to students, faculty/staff, and the community through a variety of memberships. Please call 660.562.1708 or go to the Northwest Fitness Center website for more information: www.nwmissouri.edu/recreation
Intercollegiate athletics Varsity athletics include football, volleyball, women’s soccer, men’s and women’s basketball, men’s and women’s track and field/cross country, men’s and women’s tennis, baseball, softball and women’s golf. 28
Study abroad The Study Abroad Office assists students in identifying the study abroad program best suited to meet their academic and cultural interests. Studying abroad is one of many academic options that Northwest students from all academic areas are invited to experience. Whether a faculty-led short-term program, a summer program, a trimester, or a full academic year, students have the opportunity to earn Northwest credit abroad, at the same time they are exposed to a new educational system. Students broaden their horizons by traveling to an international location to study with local citizens and/ or international students and experience global living. Study abroad advisors link students with academic advisors, financial aid counselors and other student service providers to plan a rewarding interaction and educational experience.
Involvement & Service The Involvement & Services area of the Office of Student Involvement serves both the community and the University as the main source for volunteer opportunities and the benefit of academic endeavors and service goals of community agencies. Volunteer programs at Northwest are beneficial to the development of students and also to improve the surrounding communities. We offer a wide range of programs that help students become engaged in the community and provide a valuable experience to apply to post-college careers, including an Alternative Spring Break.
student to connect with Career Services.
Intercultural and International Center The Intercultural and International Center (IIC) fosters an educational environment in which students, faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds can come together to share, learn, grow and enjoy the rich experiences and contributions each has to offer. The IIC provides essential services to international and multicultural students such as orientation programs, general advising, conflict resolutions and mediation, immigration matters, referrals and mentoring to ensure academic success through graduation. In addition the IIC houses the Study Abroad programs which provide advising, pre-departure and re-entry orientation programs to students wishing to participate in a study abroad experience. The IIC administrators work closely with international and multicultural student organizations in providing programming and resources that enhance the learning environment for all individuals and expanding international and multicultural educational experiences at Northwest and in the surrounding communities.
University Services Bearcat Bookstore The Bearcat Bookstore, a Barnes & Noble college bookstore, is located on the second floor of the J.W. Jones Student Union and is your on-campus source for Bearcat clothing and gifts, greeting cards, instructional materials and supplies, hardback and paperback books and many other items. Students have the option of charging items from the bookstore to their student accounts. There is a $400 maximum charge limit per trimester. Store hours during fall and spring trimesters are Monday–Thursday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; closed Saturdays and Sundays except for home football games or other campus-wide events. Summer trimester hours are Monday–Thursday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The bookstore can also be found online at www.nwmissouri.bkstore.com and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/bearcatbookstore.
Career Services Career Services brings talent and opportunity together. The office provides information concerning current career opportunities in all occupational fields to talented Northwest students. Office resources include internship leads, job search guides, community information and up-to-date general career information. Our comprehensive website provides in-depth resources and sample materials to students around-the-clock. Students can take advantage of group workshops and individual appointments that address career planning, résumé writing and other job/internship related topics. Career Ambassadors, student paraprofessionals, are available to assist students with career related questions regarding major assistance, strengthening resumes or cover letters, and techniques on how to start a job or internship search. A computerized career guidance program is also available to students for career and “major” exploration. Career Services hosts a variety of career events each trimester that brings employers on campus to connect with students including “Mock” Interview Day, Career Day and Education Expo as well as on-campus recruiting events. Encourage your
Multicultural organizations housed in the IIC include: African Friends Association Alpha Phi Alpha Alliance of Black Collegians Asian Students Association Common Ground (Northwest’s Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual Students Organization) Hispanic American Leadership Organization Indian Students Association International Students Organization Korean Student Association Muslim Students Association
Student employment opportunities Northwest has on-campus employment available to interested students. There are approximately 900 students who work, of whom approximately 1/3 are paid through federal work-study awards. Students search for open positions on the Internet from Northwest’s home page, anytime and from anywhere. During summer orientation, information is offered for students who seek employment on campus. A variety of jobs are available to students. Northwest also has a Career Pathing Program that allows students to advance in their position and earn higher pay, while participating in personal and professional development. Employment opportunities are also available throughout the community. These positions must be sought out by the student.
Student Services Center Located on the first floor of the Administration Building, the Student Services Center provides general University information to visitors and students. Campus maps and numerous other forms are available at the Student Services Center. Other services available include check cashing, parking permits and purchasing of tickets for athletic and performing arts events. Students are also able to request address changes and send and receive faxes. Individuals seeking information about the University may call the Student Services Center at 660.562.1212. 29
Financial
2015-2016 Fees and Costs Tuition and Fees (per credit hour) Available on Bursar’s Office website (www.nwmissouri.edu/bursar/). A handbook is also available.
Refund/reduction in charge schedule – tuition, required fees* and room In the case of dropped courses or complete withdrawal, tuition charges and required fees will be reduced as follows: Reduction
Full Trimester
First Block
Second Block
100% Reduction
through Aug. 29
through Aug. 27
through Oct. 21
75% Reduction
Aug. 30–Sept. 8
Aug. 28–Sept. 1
Oct. 22-25
50% Reduction
Sept. 9-22
Sept. 2-4
Oct. 26-28
25% Reduction
Sept. 23-30
Sept. 5-8
Oct. 29-Nov. 1
*Required fees refer to technology fee and textbook fee charged per credit hour. Housing contract costs are reduced in the same percentages as above in case of withdrawal. Meal plans All access meal plans will be reduced on a weekly sliding scale based on the date of withdrawal, a $200 cancellation fee will apply.
NOTES: 1. Refunds are based on full payment of all fees assessed. 2. Payments made by financial aid may be refunded back to the program. 3. Refunds/reductions in charge are based on initial enrollment. 4. Refunds are not made under $1.00 (unless requested at the Cashiering Office). 5. Refunds for off schedule classes are prorated based on number of class meetings. 6. In withdrawal situations, Tower yearbook charges reversed through Oct. 25.
Installment Payment Plan Northwest’s Installment Payment Plan for tuition and related fees, room and board provides an alternative to a large lump sum payment each trimester. The optional installment payment plan enables families and students to make four regularly scheduled monthly installment payments each trimester at a 1% per month (12% APR) finance charge. A student’s account (which includes tuition and required fees, room and board, parking permits and other miscellaneous charges) will be billed for the full amount each month, with a minimum payment allowed. Students can view their bill online in their CatPAWS account (username and PIN required).
Minimum payment calculation The minimum payment is one fourth of the balance of tuition and required fees, room and board, after available financial assistance is deducted, plus any miscellaneous charges.
Finance charge If a student chooses to pay the minimum payment amount, the finance charge will be assessed on the remaining unpaid billed amount. The finance charge is 1% per month (12% APR).
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Fees and costs (continued) Financial assistance Available financial assistance (except Federal Work Study) is applied directly to student accounts. The entry will appear on the monthly billing statement and will reduce the current term balance. The minimum payment and finance charge calculations will be applied to the balance remaining after application of financial assistance.
Important The finance charge is always calculated on the total account balance which has been previously billed; therefore, it is to the advantage of the student to pay the balance off as quickly as possible.
party individuals. There are two separate authorizations that need completed. One is for account information and online payment. The second allows verbal information to authorized individuals and online access to grades and financial assistance. 1. Authorize online access to view student account and pay bills • Students log into CatPAWS, go to Account Tab, then Account/ Payment Center • Click on authorized users tab and complete sign up 2. Authorize Release of Information – concerning grades, financial assistance and billing. • Log into CatPAWS • Click – Student tab
Financial appeals The appeal body for most financial matters is the Student Financial Appeals Committee. Petitions may be obtained at the Student Services Center, Cashiering Office or Office of Admissions online.
Payment Schedule FALL
SPRING
SUMMER
August 15
January 15
May 15
September 15
February 15
October 15
March 15
November 15
April 15
Bursar’s/Cashiering Office The Bursar’s/Cashiering Office receives and processes all payments to Northwest. Payments can be made by cash, check, debit card or money order, or online by check or credit card payments. A 2.75% fee applies to credit card payments. Student accounts are available online for up-to-date billing information. Inquiries concerning billing, installments and refunds should be directed to the Bursar/Cashiering Office. Phone: 660.562.1578. Walk-in hours are 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday–Friday. The Bursar’s Office should be contacted in the cases of exceptional circumstances for an extension of a payment deadline. Call 660.562.1583. NOTE: If financial assistance is not complete, the student will be expected to pay the minimum due.
Email billing policy The first bill of the trimester will be mailed to the student’s permanent address. All subsequent bills will be emailed to the student’s University email account. If the student is not responsible for payment, an additional email can be sent. The student must complete the second email address in their CatPAWS account from the Personal Information Tab. All students have a CatPAWS account. It contains the student’s account information, tax credit information, transcript, class schedule, enrollment access and more.
Parent authorizations Students can authorize online access to parents or other third
• Click – Authorize Release of Information and complete form
Check cashing policy Students can cash personal checks up to $100 for cash at the Student Services Center or Cashiering Office. Two-party checks are not accepted, unless from a parent or grandparent.
Financial assistance Northwest’s Office of Scholarships and Financial Assistance administers loans, scholarships, grants and work dollars to more than 80 percent of all full-time students. The Office of Scholarships and Financial Assistance attempts to meet the needs of all eligible students by combining funds from various sources, including University and non-University funds. Students are encouraged to apply for federal and state programs in order to maximize limited University dollars.
Types of assistance Aid programs can be divided into three categories: grants/scholarships, loans and employment. A grant is a gift assistance usually based on need, while a scholarship is usually based on academic achievement or special talent. Gift funds usually do not have to be repaid. Loans must be repaid with interest, usually starting six months after the student leaves school. Employment is working during the academic year for the money you need. You may request additional information about financial assistance by calling our toll-free number, 800.633.1175.
Federal/state assistance programs The majority of federal aid programs are offered on the basis of financial need. Eligibility for these programs is determined by evaluating the applicant’s family financial status. There is an April 1 deadline for consideration for State of Missouri grant programs. Need-based programs include Federal Work Study, Federal Pell Grant, Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (SEOG), Federal Perkins Loan, Federal Subsidized William D. Ford Direct Loan and State of Missouri grants. Non-need-based programs include Federal Parent Loan (PLUS), Federal Unsubsidized William D. Ford Direct Loan and Federal Teach Grants. 31
Fees and costs (continued) Information concerning deadlines, maximum award amounts and other specific guidelines for these federal programs may be obtained through high school counselors or Northwest’s Office of Scholarships and Financial Assistance at www.nwmissouri.edu/finaid/.
How to apply Students and their parents should complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), as early as possible after January 1, and make sure to list Northwest (school code 002496) as one of the colleges you want the results released to keep in mind, there is an April 1 deadline for consideration for the state of Missouri Grant Programs.
Once the FAFSA is submitted electronically at www.fafsa.ed.gov, the student will receive a copy of the student aid report and Northwest will receive the same information electronically. If the student has been accepted for admission, they will receive an award letter in late spring indicating their eligibility and the funding available. Students are responsible for meeting the requirements for academic progress as stipulated in the Requirements for Academic Progress for Financial Assistance Recipients, which can be viewed at: www. nwmissouri.edu/finaid/PDF/Academic Progress.pdf. Questions regarding financial assistance can be answered by calling 800.633.1175 or directly at 660.562.1363.
Academic resources Real teachers Professors who know their students’ names ... professors whose primary commitment is teaching ... professors who give students not only the benefits of their knowledge, but the benefits of their experiences. These are the kinds of professors who teach at Northwest. The 271 full-time faculty members are dedicated to quality teaching, and they demand excellence in return. At many large state universities, classes are often taught by graduate assistants. Not at Northwest. Each lecture class – from the most basic freshman composition class to the most advanced physical chemistry class – is taught by a “real” faculty member. And classes at Northwest are small (the average class size is 35 for freshmen and 22 overall), so students enjoy considerable interaction with the faculty. Freshmen are assigned to an academic advisor in their academic area. Students who are deciding on a major are assigned a faculty member trained to advise the deciding student. Advisors are the student’s link to the rest of the academic community.
Computers Northwest recognizes that technology is a powerful tool for students and assists in providing a robust academic experience. Northwest provides a laptop for each student while enrolled. Wireless network connections are available in all campus buildings with Northwest username and password. Some of the issues that families commonly have questions about are: Laptop pickup—Students will pick up their computers when they arrive on campus in the fall. Laptop pickup requires a Bearcat Card, Northwest email log in, and signing a computer-user agreement on CatPAWS (this can be done ahead of time). Students are encouraged to purchase a computer bag to carry their laptop in.
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Printing—Students may print on campus for 10 cents per black and white page, which will be billed to their university account. Printers are typically located in the library, student union and labs across
campus, and at the residence hall front desks. Many students also choose to bring a printer from home. A mail/copy center is also available for students right on campus. Color printing is available in the Library for $1.00 per page. Extra storage and backup—Students are responsible for the backup of their personal files and should plan to use alternate storage devices to protect their data. Some options are external hard-drives, USB flash/jump drives and onedrive service associated with their email account. Maintenance and care—The Jon T. Rickman Electronic Campus Support Center provides all maintenance and updates to computers. They will cover any issues that may arise through no fault of the student such as a hard drive crash or virus. Students are financially responsible in full for major damage, vandalism and gross negligence, and lost or stolen computers. Students may purchase private insurance for their laptops. Look for more information online and at SOAR for providers. Summer rental—If students take summer classes, they may keep their laptop over the summer. The cost is included in the technology fee for summer classes. Students who are not taking
Academic resources (continued) summer classes, but who are enrolled for fall, may keep their laptop over the summer for a $75 fee. Many students like this, as it allows them to retain the same computer. Northwest expects all students to adhere to the University’s computing policies which are covered during Advantage and available online. Computing Services reserves the right to discontinue or deny service without notice to any student they determine is abusing or reducing the reliability of the computer network. If students have questions when they arrive about computer equipment, networking or other computer related issues they may contact the computing help desk at 660.562.1634, or the Client Computing Office in the Library or the Service Center. There is also a tremendous amount of information on our homepage which students can access for answers to more specific questions. www.nwmissouri.edu/compserv/ClientComputing
Northwest Online, CatPAWS, myNorthwest Computers are as much a part of the college experience as classes, textbooks and social events. Students use Northwest Online every day to submit papers, print notes for class, check their grade or even take a Web-based course. The CatPAWS program has revolutionized many aspects of how Northwest students interact with campus. The days of long lines to register for classes are gone thanks to the ability to register from any computer connected to the internet. Students can also use CatPAWS to check their midterm and final grades, accept their financial assistance awards, verify before each trimester, check their bill, and even vote for Student Senate officers and homecoming royalty. myNorthwest is designed to be a one-stop for students to access their email, CatPAWS, and socially network, all with the same login.
Advisement Office The Advisement Office has a variety of resources and is available for all students to use. The goal of this office is to provide assistance in advisement and choosing a major to students who have not declared a major or those needing special assistance for success at Northwest. Four-year plans of courses are available for each major. All students are welcome to stop by the office and those who are deciding students, first generation students, Enhanced Freshman Seminar section participants, non-traditional, probationary, transfer and those students who wish to change their major are encouraged to use these services. The Advisement Office also operates the Attendance Early Alert program. This program is aimed at connecting students whom are at risk of poor academic performance with on campus resources that may be of assistance.
Assist Program Approximately 100 students are admitted to Northwest through the Assist Program each year. The Assist Program is a cooperative program provided by the Office of Admissions and the Talent Development Center which offers qualified students additional support as they transition from high school to college. Each participant
is assigned an Academic Success Coaching team (professional coach, graduate assistant and peer mentor) who will work to enhance students’ study skills, time management skills and their knowledge of the campus community and resources. For more information please visit www.nwmissouri.edu/tdc/assist
Honors Program The Honors Program at Northwest is for high ability, motivated students. In the first trimester, Honors students would typically enroll in two or three honors classes. These classes are sections of existing courses that are enhanced for honors students. With the chance to take more small classes, students have opportunities to express themselves and interact with professors and classmates in an intellectually enriching environment. Honors sections include the following: More extensive reading and/or more ambitious laboratory work More in-depth conversation Exploring connections within and among disciplines Relating of course material to a diverse global society Challenging educational experience beyond the classroom, more opportunities for research and capstone experiences Benefits of the Honors Program include: Honor students have early registration privileges Honors Program housing Honors students have the same book loan privileges as graduate students The Honors Student Association (HSA) provides a common place to voice concerns and comments regarding the Honors Program, forms a bridge between Honors students and Honors faculty members and encourages leadership in students. This organization is also a chance for students to participate in various activities outside of the classroom setting and within the Maryville community.
Student Athlete Success Program The Student Athlete Success Program offers individualized academic support for varsity student athletes. The staff monitors students’ classwork and offers mentoring as well as special training in study skills and time management. For more information feel free to visit www.nwmissouri.edu/tdc/sasp.
Student Support Services Student Support Services is a federally-funded program offering services such as academic/financial assistance counseling and career and personal counseling. Students may be eligible if they receive financial assistance, have a disability or if neither parent graduated from college. Student Support Services is located on the third floor of the Administration Building.
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Academic resources (continued) programs for students with disabilities, it will make all appropriate accommodation with appropriate supporting documentation. To request the necessary services, students must first be admitted to Northwest. After admission, students should follow the process outlined at www.nwmissouri.edu/swd to request accommodations. Any questions regarding accommodations may be directed to the 504/ ADA Coordinator, Northwest Missouri State University, 800 University Drive, Maryville, MO 64468-6001, 660.562.1013.
Supplemental Instruction (SI) The SI program offers collaborative study groups for traditionally challenging classes. Sessions are led by students who have completed and earned high grades in the course. SI leaders provide regularly-scheduled review sessions free of charge. The SI schedule is available at www.nwmissouri.edu/tdc.
Talent Development Center The Talent Development Center (TDC) offers a range of academic support services. Free, individual tutoring for undergraduate courses,
study skills consultations and Supplemental Instruction (SI) are available to students. For more information feel free to visit www. nwmissouri.edu/tdc.
Writing Center The Writing Center assists students with their writing, for any class or subject, at all academic levels. Writing Center Tutors can help with any kind of writing task – essays, reports, research papers, letters and other assignments. We work with students on all aspects of the writing process from brainstorming to developing revision skills. Some students choose to arrange standing appointment times for ongoing projects. In addition to assistance with writing projects, we have conversation partners available to all students. Students in English 110: Introduction to College Writing also utilize weekly tutoring sessions as a requirement for the class. The Writing Center is located on the second floor of B.D. Owens Library, just across from the TDC. Students are able to walk-in or make an appointment. The Writing Center now offers evening and weekend hours.
Academic policies Office of the Registrar
will have a grade of “F” recorded on their permanent record.
The Office of the Registrar provides services to students beginning with their first registration for courses, continuing through graduation and beyond. Inquiries concerning registration, academic standards, loan deferments, enrollment certifications, grade records, adding and dropping classes, degree audits, graduation requirements and transcripts should be directed to this office, located on the second floor of the Administration Building.
Change in class schedule Adding courses: Courses may be added during the first day of any short course,two-week course, or four-week course; during the first two days of a six-week or eight-week course, and during the first four days of any course longer than eight weeks of instruction. This includes adding a course, exchanging courses, dropping courses and transferring from one section of a course to another section. No record of such courses is made on the student’s transcript. No change in program should be made without prior approval of the student’s advisor. Dropping courses: Students may drop a course during the first half of any length course. (See “Fees and Costs,” page 47.) Those who do not follow the prescribed procedure for dropping a course 34
Mid-term advisory grade Instructors assign letter grades for students with “D” and “F” status at the midpoint of each fall and spring trimester. These grades are not permanently recorded. Students are encouraged to follow up with the instructor and their advisor. In some cases, students may elect to drop the course from their schedule by the published deadline.
Academic probation, academic suspension and dismissal Any student classified as a freshman whose Northwest or cumulative grade point average falls below 1.75 on a 4.00 scale is automatically placed on academic probation. Any student classified as a sophomore, junior or senior whose Northwest or cumulative grade point average falls below 2.00 is automatically placed on academic probation. A student on academic probation is limited to 16 academic hours per trimester. This enrollment restriction will apply as long as the student is on academic probation. A student on probation who falls further behind (i.e., who does not make at least a 2.00 grade point average for any trimester) shall be automatically suspended for two consecutive trimesters. Any student once placed on probation remains on probation until his or her Northwest and cumulative grade point average is at least 2.00. Students should check final grades through CatPAWS at the end of every trimester as this is where the notification of academic standing.
Academic policies (continued) A suspended student may apply to the Office of Admissions for readmission following his or her suspension period. Any student who has returned on probation following a period of academic suspension or who has been reinstated by the Committee on Admissions and Advanced Standing shall earn at least a 2.00 grade point average each probationary trimester in order to continue as a student. A second suspension will be for three consecutive trimesters. If a student is academically suspended from Northwest or from any other university or college for a total of three times, the student will be dismissed from Northwest.
Withdrawal procedure Students who find it necessary to withdraw from the University may do so no later than the date published in each trimester’s schedule of
courses and elsewhere. In a withdrawal situation, the student should first meet with his or her advisor. If, after meeting with the advisor, a student decides to withdraw from the University, the student must complete an exit report in the Advisement Assistance Office in the Administration Building. It is extremely important that a withdrawal be completed to ensure that proper entries are made on the academic transcript, that fee refunds are processed, if applicable, (See “Fees and Costs,”page 47) and that all University records are corrected to reflect the status of the student. The student should complete and sign the exit report in person. If a student cannot return to campus to complete the withdrawal process, he or she should email or call the Advisement Office to process the withdrawal from the University. Withdrawal is from all courses, and a grade of “W” is assigned. Students on academic probation who withdraw from all classes will be readmitted on the same status they held at the time of their withdrawal from school. If a student leaves the University during a term without formally withdrawing, grades of “F” will be recorded.
Grade point average Calculating and understanding grades can be confusing. To compute a grade point average (GPA) you must know: Each hour of a course represents a credit: 1 hour = 1 credit 3 hours = 3 credits Northwest is on a 4.00 system: A – 4 point value
D – 1 point value
B – 3 point value
F – 0 point value
C – 2 point value
Points for a course are figured by multiplying the course grade point value times its number of credit hours. The GPA is found by dividing the total number of points by the total hours attempted. Example: General Psychology
3 hrs.
A (4 point value)
Lifetime Wellness
2 hrs.
B (3 point value)
To compute: 3 x 4 = 12 2x3=6 18 ÷ 5 = 3.60 GPA To figure your GPA see the GPA calculator on the toolbar of the Advisement website at www.nwmissouri.edu/advisementassistance.
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) If a parent has questions concerning a grade his/her son/daughter has received in a particular class, the parent must first visit with the student. Northwest complies with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act which provides guidelines on storage and release of student and former student records. Information including but not limited to grades remains confidential between the individual and the University, and will not be released to a third party without the written consent of the student. Certain information about the currently enrolled student – name, age, address, phone, email address, place and date of birth, major, participation in activities and sports, weight and height of athletes, dates of attendance, degrees and awards received, the most recent educational institution attended, including photographic, video or electronic images – is considered public information. If a student does not want this information released, he or she should contact the Office of the Registrar within 10 days of the beginning of the term. 35
Northwest traditions Bearcats The name was bestowed upon Northwest in 1916 by the coach of the Drury College basketball team in Springfield, who had come to know the Maryville team as formidable opponents. In later years, students did a bit of research and discovered that a Bearcat is hard to capture and even harder to hold. The Bearcat serves as the mascot for both men’s and women’s athletic teams.
Bell of 1948
Getting around Northwest Bus transportation Jefferson Bus Lines operates one bus daily to Maryville from Kansas City and one bus daily from Omaha. Time schedules for this service are subject to change, so check online for the most up-to-date information. Visit www.jeffersonlines.com for more information. You may contact them via phone at 800.451.5333 or email at info@ jeffersonlines.com
Airport transportation Limousine transportation available through Yates Limousine Service. To arrange pick up contact them via email at yateslime@att.net at least one week prior to your arrival. There is also a 48 hour cancellation required.
Safe Ride The Safe Ride program takes students per their request to and from any location within the city limits of Maryville. The Safe Ride Home program through Northwest operates offers a shuttle service and late night taxi service. For more information and the hours of operation visit www.nwmissouri.edu/police/programs/saferide.htm
Parking All vehicles must be registered with the University Police in order to use University facilities. Parking areas are designated for use by permit type; copies of the traffic and parking regulations are provided upon registration of vehicles. Permits may be purchased at the Student Services Center on the first floor of the Administration Building just prior to classes starting at $90 per year. 36
The Bell of ’48 is rung to announce victories, in memory of any member of the University community, and to announce other events deemed important by Student Senate.
Family Weekend Family Weekend is a special time for the families of all Northwest students. Faculty and administrators look forward to this opportunity to meet and visit with parents and students on an informal basis. This year’s event is Sept. 25-26.
Homecoming Homecoming is a long-standing tradition at Northwest. The Homecoming parade and football game are the main events of the weekend. Other events include variety show performances and alumni gatherings which help provide a memorable weekend for students, parents and alumni alike. Mark your calendar for Oct. 1924.
Joyce and Harvey White International Plaza The Joyce and Harvey White International Plaza was constructed in 1998 as a memorial to Northwest’s global enrollment. The Plaza, which is a symbol of good will and peace, recognizes the various countries of currently enrolled students. The International Plaza boasts the flags of 54 nations, and also displays five clocks showing the time from Maryville to Istanbul.
Kissing Bridge The Kissing Bridge is a small, rustic, wooden bridge southwest of Colden Hall. Traditionally, no girl on campus can consider herself
How to talk like a Bearcat Academic advisor: A faculty member or staff member assigned to assist students to complete general education requirements and achieve a degree. All students are assigned advisors from their major department. Add: The process of registering for additional courses once enrollment has begun. Admission: Completion of documents required for enrollment to the University. Advantage: A four-day orientation program, required and only for new students, held prior to the first day of the fall trimester. This allows new students time to become more comfortable with their new environment.
Northwest traditions (continued) a true co-ed unless she is kissed on that bridge before the first snowfall of winter.
Memorial Bell Tower The Memorial Bell Tower is located in the center of the campus and was constructed using funds contributed by University friends and alumni. The 100-foot high structure dominates the campus vista. In 2004 it was completely renovated and has brass memorial and commemorative plaques, an electric carillon and displays the University seal as it has evolved with name changes from Normal School to University.
Senior Class Colors A tradition established by the class of 1920 is that the Senior Class each year adopt the University colors of green and white.
The Stroller The Stroller is one of the oldest traditions on campus, having made his/her first appearance in 1918. To this day, preserved in anonymity, the Stroller continues to stroll and thoughtfully observe and comment upon campus life in the weekly newspaper, The Northwest Missourian.
Walkout Day Historically, Walkout Day was a major event. On the Friday morning before Homecoming, students went to class to await the ceremonial ringing of the Bell of ’48, signifying the end of classes for the day. A school-wide picnic and other activities were planned, including a mass celebration in downtown Maryville. Today, Northwest continues to observe Walkout Day on the Friday prior to Homecoming; however, students no longer get up and go to classes. The University president and president of Student Senate still ring the ceremonial bell, but the crowds are significantly smaller these days.
Alumnus/alumni: Graduates of Northwest Missouri State University. ARCH (Academic Resource Consultant in the Hall): An upperclassman who lives in the residence halls and provides academic programming and assistance to new students. B.A.: Bachelor of Arts degree; this degree emphasizes the fine arts, language, literature, history, the related social sciences and is often chosen as a pre-professional curriculum by those students who desire a general education, or for entrance into the world of law, ministry or other professions. There is a 9-hour language requirement. B.S.: Bachelor of Science degree; this degree emphasizes mathematics, the natural sciences and offers a pre-professional program for mathematicians, physicists, biologists, physicians, nurses, psychologists and business administrators. Bearcat: The Bearcat is an actual animal and became Northwest’s official mascot in 1916 when the basketball coach at Drury College asked the Northwest coach if he had his “fighting Bearcats” ready for the game. The student body quickly adopted “Bearcats” as the team name. The animal is characterized as a beast that is difficult to hold or capture. Bobby, our costumed Bearcat mascot serves as a spirit leader and good will ambassador for Northwest Missouri State University. Bearcat Card: An all inclusive campus identification card, debit card, meal card and library card. Cancelation: Release from enrollment prior to the beginning of courses. Catalog: The book of University policies, degree plans and academic information. CatPAWS (Personal Access to Web Services): This is the student’s access to transcripts, class schedules, personal and financial aid information and registering for classes. Classification: Academic standing of a student based on the number of 37
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credit hours completed.
Freshman Sophomore Junior Senior
Fewer than 30 30-59 hours 60-89 hours 90 or more hours
Closed section: A section or course that has been filled to capacity. No more students will be admitted, unless given permission by the professor. College: Academic majors organized around similar disciplines or common goals. Commencement: Graduation ceremony. Convocation: A welcoming ceremony held at the end of Advantage that serves to introduce first time students to the Northwest culture and community. Credit: The academic unit given after the successful completion of each hour. Cum Laude: Students graduating with a GPA of 3.50-3.74.
designed to provide the student with an overview from a variety of academic areas. GPA: Grade point average. Greek: A member of a fraternity or sorority. Independent study: An unscheduled study undertaken by an individual with the assistance of an instructor. Magna Cum Laude: Students graduating with a GPA of 3.75-3.89. Major: Principle area of study. Minor: An area of study secondary to a student’s major. Non-traditional student: A student who has been out of high school for at least five years, and who has either never attended college or who hasn’t finished their degree. Northwest covenant for learning: An agreement between the student and the University that provides each with an understanding of what is required and expected to become a successful student. Northwest Missourian: Weekly campus newspaper.
Dean: The administrative head of an academic school or college.
Official transcript: An academic record of classes taken and grades received bearing the seal of the University.
Delayed grade: A grade used by instructors to indicate a student is in good standing, but could not finish the class because of circumstances beyond their control.
PA (Peer Advisor): An upperclassman who works as a mentor through the Freshman Seminar program.
Department chairperson: The administrative head of an academic department.
Pass/fail: A class that is taken strictly on a pass (P) or fail (F) basis that allows students to attempt classes they normally wouldn’t take within their own major or minor. These classes may fill an elective requirement.
Down slips: Mid-term notification of less than satisfactory progress in a class. Drop: To cancel registration for a particular course. This option is available during a very specific time after the trimester begins. Electives: Courses chosen by the student to fulfill requirements for degrees. FAFSA: (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) This form is designed to provide information to determine eligibility for financial aid. First-generation student: Students whose parents did not graduate from post-secondary education. Freshman Seminar: A class that supports and guides first-time freshman through their first trimester. This faculty or staff taught class is an opportunity for students of the same major to learn more about the Northwest campus and is one of the first steps towards a successful undergraduate career. Gen. ed: (General education classes) Lower level classes that are 38
Preregistration: An opportunity to meet with an academic advisor, prepare a class schedule and register for classes several months before the actual trimester begins. Prerequisite: A class that must be successfully completed before a more advanced course may be attempted. Probation: An academic status placed on a student who has not met specific GPA requirements. Freshman probation starts after receiving a 1.75 or below, while a student with over 30 hours will be placed on probation after receiving a 2.00 GPA or below. Professor: The highest professional rank a faculty member can achieve. Other faculty ranks include associate professor, assistant professor and instructor. RA: A Resident Assistant who supervises residents on their floor in the residence hall. Registrar: The office which is responsible for supervising course enrollment, academic recording and certification.
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Registration: When a student meets with an academic advisor, designs a schedule and pays University tuition and fees. Section: The times and days in which a particular class is offered. SOAR: (Summer Orientation, Advisement and Registration). A day long program that allows students to obtain their fall schedule, as well as get many of their initial questions answered. It also serves as an opportunity for parents to wrap up any loose ends before their student enters into the Northwest family.
university to continue or complete degree requirements at another institution. Trimester: The term in which a class(es) are taken. Fall and Spring trimesters are 15 weeks long. Summer trimester consists of four sessions, three-four weeks in length, generally meeting MondayThursday. Tuition: The amount of money charged to students for instructional services. Tuition is typically due on or before the first day of classes each trimester.
Summa Cum Laude: Students graduating with a GPA of 3.90-4.00.
Undergraduate: A student that has not yet received a bachelor’s degree.
Syllabus: An outline of the topics to be covered by the instructor, the assignments and tests to be completed by the student during a course.
Union: (Student Union) The campus building in which many campus offices and eating facilities are housed. A common hangout for many students.
Transfer: A student who moves an academic record from one
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Accommodations in Maryville (area code 660) Comfort Inn
2817 S. Main St. 800.228.5150
Day’s Inn & Suites 1700 E. First St.
562.2002
Holiday Inn Express 2929 S. Main St. 800 Holiday
562.9949 800.465.4329
Super 8 Motel 562.3111
222 E. Summit Dr. 800.800.8000
582.8088
Goods and Services in Maryville Auto Repair Adam’s Auto Repair 515 N. Dewey
Walmart Super Center 1605 S. Main 582.4944
Automatic Transmission Service 421 S. Depot
Baumli Body Shop 203 W. Talbot
Beemer’s Muffler Center LLC 1201 E. 1st
Boyles Motors Inc. 204 N. Market St.
Delbert’s Garage 714 N. Depot
562.3766
Hometown Auto Doctor
26211 Stolls Country Lane
Parson’s Tire & Battery 1515 E. South Ave.
Pitzenberger’s Auto Body 2711 S. Mulberry
Sander’s Automotive 29777 U.S. Hwy. 71
Schreck Auto
125 E. South Ave.
Shell’s Service Center 985 S. Main
Slagle Truck & Auto Repair 1625 E. Halsey
582.5297 582.2800 582.2116
Wilmes Tire & Service
562.0025 562.3367 582.4888 582.7213 582.4599 582.5597
Bank Midwest 508 N. Main 1016 S. Main
Citizens Bank and Trust Nodaway Valley Bank 304 N. Main
Northwest Missouri Regional Credit Union 26155 Stolls Country Lane
State Farm Bank 108 E. 3rd
U.S. Bank
120 S. Main 1621 S. Main
Bearcat Lanes
582.4711
Cellular Services
582.3104
582.3442
1803 S. Main
Best Brands Plus 2605 S. Main
AT&T
1109 S. Main
Northwest Missouri Cellular 1114 S. Main
Prothero Technology 115 E. 4th
Sprint
1115 S. Main St.
Wireless Connection 1308 S. Main 582.2131 582.2038
Baptist Student Union Christian Campus House 904 College Ave.
562.3232
Lutheran Campus Center 718 College Ave.
582.5747 582.3512 582.7159 562.2000
582.3334 562.8200 562.8285 582.8300
CAMPUS MINISTRIES 401 W. 4th St.
582.7454
Newman Catholic Center 606 College Ave.
Wesley Foundation 549 W. 4th
582.3963 582.7170 582.2090 582.7373 582.2211
Exercise Facilities Curves (for Women) 1210-B S. Main
Bowling
562.4884
582.3660
582.8852
Banks
105 N. Main
Walker Body Shop & Towing Service 420 N. Market
521 S. Depot 1307 N. Main
Heflin Auto Repair & Machine Service 2718 S. Mulberry Road
Wiederholt Auto Body
562.0213
562.8550
Duvall’s Academy & Fitness Center 582.2571
404 S. Main
Get Fit 24
1506 S. Main
Maryville Community Center 582.2815 582.2815
582.5611 853.2087
1407 N. Country Club Rd, Suite 200 562.2923
Goods and Services in Maryville (continued) Florists
Health Services
Bittersweet Floral & Gift
Wellness Services
105 S Main
Hy-Vee Floral
1217 S. Main
Maryville Florists 214 N. Main
582.5700 582.0422 562.3066
805 S. Main
Cline’s Hair Studio 938 S. Main
Downing’s Barber Shop 410 N. Market
Gary’s Barber Shop 216 W. 4th
Guys & Dolls Hair Studio 1012 S. Main
Hair It Is
215 E. South Ave.
LaChic Salon & Spa 108 E. 3rd
O’Hair Salon
1210 S. Main
R Salon
127 S. Buchanan
Salon Advantage 921 S. Main
Salon 1
1122 S. Main
Shear Experts 1111 S. Main
Smart Style
1605 S. Main
Studio 71
954 S. Main, Suite A
Maryville Country Club Icon Road
Movie Rental AND THEATER
582.2846
The Hangar
582.2432
Red Box
582.4900 582.8081 562.2069 582.6471 582.5515
1602 S. Main Hy-Vee
McDonald’s
Hy-Vee Pharmacy 1217 S. Main
Walgreens
1114 S. Main
Walmart Super Center 1605 S. Main
208 N. Main
2919 S. Main
Benelli’s Pizza 562.3200
420 N. Main
Burger King 562.0010
1601 S. Main
Carson’s Sports Grille 562.2149
310 N. Main
Diner 71 562.3335
1107 S. Main
The Hangar
1602 S. Main
Happy Garden 523 N. Main
Jimmy John’s 1005 S. Main 562.3864
Kentucky Fried Chicken 1622 S. Main
LaBonita Mexican Restaurant 2717 S. Main 582.7100
Mandarin Restaurant
Walmart
McDonald’s
964 S. Main
1106 S. Main
Murphy’s
130 N. Depot 582.2191
Pagliai’s Pizza 611 S. Main
562.2157
Palm’s
422 N. Buchanan 562.3593
Pizza Hut
732 S. Main
Simply Siam 811 S. Main 582.4421
Sonic Drive-In 721 S. Main
562.3161 562.2800 562.0062 582.2699
582.2412 582.7676 582.6668 582.7777
Joy Wok 1416 S. Main
582.5122
Restaurants
Applebee’s 582.2562
562.2600
Pharmacies
A&G Restaurant 562.3775
562.1348
GOLF FACILITIES
562.3003
JASS Salon Tanning & Hair Styling 108 E. Torrance
2016 S. Main
25055 Liberty Road 582.5311
22979 Hwy. 71
St. Francis Hospital & Health Services
Mozingo Golf Course
Hair CARE Classic Cuts
Northwest Campus
Gray’s Truck Stop
Subway
524 N. Main 1605 S. Main
Taco Bell
1117 South Main
Taco John’s
1015 S. Main
562.6888 582.8522 562.2229 582.2997 582.8222 582.5676 582.5750 562.9965 562.2468 582.2077 562.3545 582.5544 582.4005 562.3900 582.8056
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