Table of Contents Note from Kristina (Krissy) Raposa, Director, Family and Alumni Relations (FAR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Public Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Note from Elizabeth Firstenberg, P’08 and P’11 and Parent Advisory Board (PAB) Chair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Health Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Health Services Mental Health Services
PAB Charter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Religious Services and Organizations . . . . . . . . . . . 53
College Mission Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Getting Around . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Directions to Campus by Car Rental Cars Commuter Rail Subway (the “T”) Zip Cars Olin Van Wellesley–Olin–Babson Shuttle Trains Airports Buses Taxis Needham Map Wellesley Map Dedham Map Natick/Framingham Map
Student Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Class of 2014 Class of 2013 Class of 2012 Class of 2011 Olin College Organization Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Faculty and Staff Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Parents Recruiting for Olin, Note from Caitlin Clark, Assistant Dean of Admission . . . . . . 40 Academics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Honor Code
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Appendices: Related Policies and Statutory Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Sports and Recreation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43 What Parents Want to Know (FAQs) . . . . . . . . . . . . .69 Dining and Lodging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Olinese (Acronyms) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 At Babson. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Olin Campus Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Babson Campus Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 Student Absence for Religious Observances Weather Cancellation Policy Important Phone Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back Cover
NOTE
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Dear Olin Parents, I am overjoyed to share with you our Parent Handbook, a helpful resource that provides information about the people and policies of Olin College, as well as frequently asked questions from parents, area maps and accommodations. Now in its eighth edition this Handbook, has been created and improved as a result of the dedicated teamwork of your fellow Olin parents, and the Offices of Student Life and Family and Alumni Relations. For your reference, the most current versions of the Student Handbook, Parent Handbook, Course Catalog and Greater Area Boston Guide are available at the Olin Parent website (http://www.olin.edu/parents). Additionally, the Parent website will continue to host an interactive portal for parents to have online discussions with each other, collaborate on parent initiatives, access helpful documents and receive announcements from the College. To receive guided tours of the Parent website please contact me at 781-292-2264 or kristina.raposa@olin.edu. If you do not have internet access, please contact me to make arrangements for receiving future communication. I am truly looking forward to making a connection with all of you throughout the year. I hope you enjoy the Parent Handbook, The Link/Parent Newsletter, the official College e-newsletter, OlinOvations and other Olin communications. I also hope you and your family can join us for our annual Family Weekend in October. The contributions, thus far, to both the Parent Handbook and the Parent website and other parent initiatives have been astonishing. Please send me any suggestions for improving future issues of these valuable resources. We are most grateful for all of the parent support in various forms, including volunteering and donating. You will discover more volunteer opportunities for parents in the next section of this Handbook. Giving to Olin is another great way to show your support: http://www.olin.edu/giving/default.aspx. I welcome you all as members of the Parent Organization and to the Olin community. Feel free to contact me or submit it through the following site if you have any questions, concerns or ideas: http://www.olin.edu/parents/feedback.aspx.
Best regards,
Get Connected... • To the Parent website: http://www.olin.edu/parents • To Parent email list serves: Parents-all@lists.olin.edu Parents-2011@lists.olin.edu Parents-2012@lists.olin.edu Parents-2013@lists.olin.edu Parents-2014@lists.olin.edu Alumni-parents@lists.olin.edu Parents-2006@lists.olin.edu Parents-2007@lists.olin.edu Parents-2008@lists.olin.edu Parents-2009@lists.olin.edu Parents-2010@lists.olin.edu
Kristina M. Raposa (Krissy) Director, Family and Alumni Relations (FAR)
Acknowledgments The production of the Parent Handbook has been a team effort at every stage. Many members of the Olin and Babson College communities were helpful in providing the information necessary for making this publication an accurate and valuable resource. The Office of Student Life; Kristina Raposa, Director of Family and Alumni Relations; Elizabeth Firstenberg, P’08 and P’11 and PAB Chair and the PAB Members: Bert Curtis P’12, Eric Becht P’13, John Harley P’11, David Lintz P’11, Michelle Noglows P’13, Ken Stokes P’12, Janet Swift P’11, and Marti Zavala P’13 and other volunteers; Johannes Santen, ’12 for the Handbook cover design; and Sylvia Peretz, the Handbook’s designer, dedicated their energies to producing a user-friendly handbook that is clear and informative. Environmental Responsibility Olin College is making an effort to be environmentally responsible with regard to our printed publications. We do not laminate the cover, as most lamination materials are not recyclable. We utilize digital printing to eliminate film and printing plates. Cover paper: contains 100% post-consumer recycled content, and comes from a local New Hampshire mill. It is made with 100% green electricity, is manufactured carbon neutral and is process chlorine free. Text paper: manufactured using biogas energy produced from the decomposition of landfill waste. It contains 50% post-consumer recycled fibers. The new fibers in the paper come from well-managed forests and controlled sources.
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It is my privilege to be serving on the Parent Advisory Board (PAB) for a fourth year. Being a PAB member and living locally, I have had the advantage and the pleasure of getting to know many members of the Olin community including students, faculty, staff, parents and alumni. Both the diversity of interests and the generosity of those I have met are noteworthy. I am grateful for the abundance of enthusiastic, willing and helpful parents at Olin. Our outstanding level of parent volunteerism and support is the key to the PAB’s success in organizing and following through and multiple yearly projects, including this very Parent Handbook! Have I mentioned that the Handbook is a treasure trove of information concerning all things Olin? New material is always being added and content updated. For example, the parent of a current sophomore just added addresses to the points of interest on the Handbook’s local area maps, making it more convenient for those of us who use GPS. Also new this year is the addition of a Dedham map. I must admit that the first pages I visit are those with all of the new faces at Olin! Parent involvement is so important to Olin, especially as the College has only a fledgling Alumni Association. Some of the ways for parents support Olin are listed in the grey pull box to the right. If you would like to be involved, please visit the sign-up page on Olin’s website, where you can choose whichever area(s) interest you. We welcome all your suggesParent Support tions, questions, comments and ideas. Please feel free to contact any of the PAB members listed below or to use the Here’s how you can join the PAB in helping Olin: Olin website feedback tool to share your input. • Support Development’s goal for 100% parent I am looking forward to being on campus often and to meetparticipation in the annual fundraising effort (in ing as many parents as I can. FY’10 we reached 84%);
All the best and great success for the coming school year,
• Assist with networking events and coordinating parents’ corporate contacts for possible job placements and internships; • Participate in recruitment efforts (volunteering in the Parent Recruitment Program; see page 40); • Provide feedback to the College via surveys and the Parent Feedback form on the Parent website;
Elizabeth Jane Firstenberg PAB Chair Mother of Maria ’08 and Laura ’11
• Serve as parent resources to incoming families; and • Volunteer to help or submit ideas for future parent communication (i.e., website, Handbook) and events (i.e., Family Weekend). To volunteer in these areas, visit: http://www.olin.edu/parents/volunteer_signup.asp
PAB Contacts Eric Becht, P’13 New Jersey ciretech@optonline.net Kathy Brosnan, P’09 and P’12 California kathleenabrosnan@yahoo.com Maxine Crowther, P'08 Massachusetts mcrowwther@comcast.net Bert Curtis, P’12 Massachusetts bertedits@gmail.com
David Lintz, P’11 Massachusetts dlintz@verizon.net
Janet Swift, P’11 Tennessee swijan@aol.com
Trish Hafford, P’07 Colorado phafford@comcast.net
Debbie Mattison, P’12 and Secretary/Treasurer Texas dmattison54@gmail.com
Marti Zavala, P’13 Texas marti_zavala@yahoo.com
John Harley, P’11 South Carolina jharley@gforcecable.com
Michelle Noglows, P’13 Illinois mnoglows@sbcglobal.net
Elizabeth Firstenberg, P’08 and P’11 and Chair Massachusetts oak.twigs@gmail.com
Colleen Jones, P’13 Georgia jonesbuzz@earthlink.net
Ken Stokes, P’12 and Chair-elect New Jersey kenstokes1@aol.com
ACADEMICS
Dear Olin Parents,
PARENT ADVISORY BOARD CHARTER
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Parent Advisory Board Charter Purpose: The purpose of the Parent Advisory Board (PAB) is to provide advice and counsel to the College through the vice president for Development, Family and Alumni Relations (VPDFAR) on issues of importance to the College. The PAB serves at the pleasure of the vice president and is advisory in nature. In addition, it serves as the organizing body for a Parent Organization, which is open to all Olin parents. In this capacity, it oversees special initiatives in the best interests of the Olin students on behalf of all the parents. Membership: The PAB shall consist of no more than 16 members who serve two year renewable, staggered terms. There shall be four members each from the sophomore, junior, and senior parents, two members who are freshman parents and two members who are alumni parents. Terms are renewable once, and active involvement by the board member during his/her first term will be considered during the renewal process. New members shall be appointed by the VPDFAR upon recommendation by the highest level staff member of Family and Alumni Relations office. The two freshman parent appointments shall be made by November 1, and the upper-class parent and alumni parent appointments shall be made by May 1. The VPDFAR shall serve as an ex-officio member of the PAB. Meetings: The PAB will meet on campus once each fall in conjunction with Family Weekend, and will conduct one meeting via teleconference in the spring. With the exception of the alumni parent representatives, there is an expectation that PAB members will attend the on-campus meeting. There is an expectation that alumni parents will participate via teleconference. Between meetings, telephone calls or e-mail communications will be used to conduct business. Travel expenses will be the responsibility of the members. Leadership: Leadership will be provided by a chair, chair-elect and treasurer. The PAB will select these officers from among returning members who are current parents in consultation with the VPDFAR. Alumni parents are not eligible to be officers. The chair will serve a term of two years, consisting of one year as chair-elect (termed vice-chair) followed by one year as chair. The chair is invited and encouraged to take part in the President’s Council on-campus meetings. If present for President’s Council, travel and lodging will be reimbursed by the College. The treasurer will serve a term of one year. The responsibilities of the treasurer will include oversight of funds contributed to the Parent Organization and intended for projects or initiatives not commonly considered philanthropic to Olin College. Responsibilities of Members: Members of the PAB will be expected to provide advice and counsel to help advance the College on issues of importance, and to advocate for the College with prospective students, employers, donors, media and other constituencies as appropriate. Topics of central importance will include student recruitment, student life and professional development, curriculum and learning, fostering a College environment of innovation and continual improvement, external and corporate relations, and strategies and approaches for developing philanthropic support for the College and its programs. Report to the President: At least once each year the chair, chair-elect and treasurer of the PAB shall meet with the president to provide a report on prospective initiatives proposed by the PAB and the conclusions or ongoing progress of current initiatives. The purpose of this report is to foster formal communication between the president and the PAB, and to enhance the process of innovation and continuous improvement throughout the College.
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Olin College prepares students to become exemplary engineering innovators who recognize needs, design solutions, and engage in creative enterprises for the good of the world.
Long-term Aspiration Olin College seeks to redefine engineering as a profession of innovation encompassing 1) the consideration of human and societal needs; 2) the creative design of engineering systems; and 3) the creation of value through entrepreneurial effort and philanthropy. The College is dedicated to the discovery and development of the most effective educational approaches and aspires to serve as a model for others.
COLLEGE MISSION STATEMENT
College Mission Statement
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Student Directory Class of 2014 A Kennedy Berry Alpharetta, GA
Swetha Chandrasekar Princeton, NJ
Kimly Do Roseland, NJ
Anne-Marie Buchenan Carver, MA
Ben Chapman Ticonderoga, NY
William Dolphin Weston, MA
Jordyn Burger Boynton Beach, FL
Aaron Crenshaw Visalia, CA
Elliott Donlon Honolulu, HI
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Arjun Aletty San Ramon, CA
John Arakaki Hawthorne, CA
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Carl Bailey Fredericksburg, VA
Heather Dudley North Billerica, MA Breauna Campbell Lafayette, IN
Zachary Del Rosario Johnstown, PA
Charles Behling Hillsborough, NJ
Sebastian Dziallas Wunstorf, GER Julian Ceipek Dayton, OH
Shivam Desai Lomita, CA
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Asa Eckert-Erdheim Durham, NC
Adriana Garties Chicago, IL
Yuxin Guan Shenzhen Guangdong, CHI
Ji Hyung Hong Irvine, CA
Rachel Gebhart Bellevue, WA
Ashley Guertin San Antonio, TX
Silas Hughes La Canada, CA
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Elizabeth Fitzpatrick Poughkeepsie, NY
Keely Haverstock Palo Alto, CA
Cypress Frankenfeld Lawrence, KS
Irene Hwang Plano, TX
Mark-Robin Giolando Ottawa Hills, OH Eerik Helmick Locust Valley, NY
Joshua Furnish Austin, TX
Kristoffer Groth Libertyville, IL George Herring Idaho Falls, ID
Aliesha Garrett High Springs, FL
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Berit Johnson Eden Prairie, MN
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Evelyn Hunter Vista, CA
Joseph Gibson Grand Junction, CO
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Daniel Kearney Mendham, NJ
Benjamin Kroop Brookline, MA
Avery Louie South Pasadena, CA
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Kevin Mehall Snowmass Village, CO
Casey Monahan Pleasantville, NY
Chase Kernan Denver, CO Kathryn Lau Wahiawa, HI
Christopher Mark Maplewood, NJ
Mark Muraoka Honolulu, HI
Eun Kim Irvine, CA Jefferson Lee Boston, MA
Kevin McClure Grapevine, TX
Travis Lewis Houston, TX
Jennifer McConnell San Diego, CA
Chelsea Nayback Petoskey, MI
Larissa Little Houston, TX
Amos Meeks Arlington, MA
Juliana Nazare Reston, VA
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Murphy Kitchell Seattle, WA
Laurel Kroo Stanford, CA
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James Nee Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
Janaki Perera Jacksonville, FL
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Aubrey Sanford Sachse, TX
Ivy Santos Belmont, MA Brendan Quinlivan Rutland, MA
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Thunder Shiviah Eugene, OR
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Nicholas Ostrom Bellevue, WA
Sarah Seko Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
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Jea Young Park Seoul, KOR
William Reilly Portland, OR
Kayleigh Savill Holbrook, MA
Lisa Park Fullerton, CA
Brett Rowley Oro Valley, AZ
Kelsey Schilperoort Prescott, AZ
John Paton Sunnyvale, CA
Rachel Sirkin Sharon, MA
Katherine Stegner Moscow, ID
Noam Rubin Beverly Hills, CA Sarah Strohkorb Topeka, KS
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Colby Sato Honolulu, HI
Neal Singer Austin, TX
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Orion Taylor Mt. Dora, FL
Patrick Varin Pewaukee, WI
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Alison Wu Acton, MA
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Emily Teich Austin, TX
Samantha Becht Mountain Lakes, NJ
Chloe Vilain Carlisle, MA Oren Zadik Weston, FL
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Kristopher Belland Coronado, CA
Theodore Thompson Needham, MA Helen Wang Taipei, TW
Junjie Zhu Shanghai, CHI
Jessica Bethune Northridge, CA
Nathan Tsai Hillsborough, CA Adela Wee San Marino, CA
Rachel Biniaz Los Angeles, CA
Eric Westman Great Falls, VA
Rachel Bobbins East Meadow, NY
Erika Tsutsumi Pleasanton, CA
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Caroline Condon West Linn, OR
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Thomas Dugger Ringgold, GA
Anton Frolenkov Lexington, KY
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Kelsey Breseman Snohomish, WA
Reyner Crosby Winter Park, FL
Mariah Dunn Rockport, MA
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David Gaynor Gaithersburg, MD
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Paul Booth Elizabethtown, PA
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Kathryn Brookshier Capitola, CA
Andrea Cuadra Managua, NIC
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Blair Emanuel Suffern, NY
Aaron Greenberg Los Angeles, CA
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Andrew Carmedelle Saint Augustine, FL
Molly Grossman Olney, MD
Ian Daniher Batavia, OH Molly Farison Santa Rosa, CA
Erica Chin Barrington, RI
Geetanjali Gubba Sugar Land, TX
Erin du Vair Geneva, IL Rachel Fox Oneonta, NY
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Nikhil Gupta Monroe, CT
Christopher Hill Cary, NC
Arjun Iyer Windsor Locks, CT
Allen Koh Singapore, SGP
H J Lucas Hill West Linn, OR Victoriea Hamilton Putnam Valley, NY
Aiswarya Kolisetty Chennai, IND
Eric Jones Alpharetta, GA
Graham Hooton Montreal, CAN
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Eric Kolker Arlington, VA
Jeffrey Hart Freehold, NJ
Trevor Hooton Montreal, CAN
Casey Karst Collierville, TN
Anna Konstantinova Rockville, MD
Andrew Heine Burlington, NC
Jialiya Huang Apex, NC
Kory Kautz Eden Prairie, MN
Mandy Korpusik Campbell, CA
Michael Heyns Perth, AUS
Jared Kirschner Glendale, AZ
Tara Krishnan Corvallis, OR
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Casey Landey Roanoke, VA
Jing Li Plano, TX
Sarah Mathew Hosur Taluk, IND
Jessica Noglows Hinsdale, IL
Vidie Pong Cary, NC
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Thomas Pandolfo Hampton Bays, NY
Luis Rayas Minneapolis, MN
Geoffrey Pleiss Sunnyvale, CA
Timothy Raymond Princeton, MA
Kendall Pletcher Suwanee, GA
Tanner Reid Vancleave, MS
Elizabeth Poindexter Lexington, KY
Jacqueline Rose Carmichael, CA
Jonathan McKay Imperial Beach, CA
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Philip Loh Selangor, MYS
Robert McMullen Delano, MN
M Seungwhan Moon Suwon, KOR
Jenny Ma Carson, CA
Celeste Maisel Cupertino, CA
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Heidi Nafis Mt. Prospect, IL
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Matthew Rush Willis, TX
Emily Shackleton Wayland, MA
Michael Sullivan Floral Park, NY
Tara Vaziri Mercer Island, WA
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Timothy Ryan Medford, MA
Yoonkyung Shin Seoul, KOR
Teodora Vidolova Phoenix, AZ Elizabeth Threlkeld Evergreen, CO
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W Benjamin Smith Butler, PA Hannah Sarver Belmont, CA
Nathaniel Ting Cary, NC
Ilana Walder-Biesanz Portland, OR
Sasha Sproch Los Gatos, CA Rebecca Schutzengel New Haven, CT
Lillian Tseng Golden, CO
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Travis St. Onge North Kingstown, RI Margaret-Ann Seger Hillsboro, OR
Amy Whitcombe Lake Oswego, OR
Noah Tye San Diego, CA
Brittany Strachota Pewaukee, WI
Samantha Yang Town and Country, MO
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Allison Cote Rockaway, NJ
Andrew Fabian San Jose, CA
Elsa Culler Chicago, IL
Abraham Feldman Kennebunkport, ME
Jason Curtis Oakton, VA
Yifei Feng Hubei, CHI
A Francesco Balestra New York, NY
Olubukola Adebayo Medfield, MA
Daniel Bathgate La Honda, CA
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Matthew Alvarado Hermosa Beach, CA
Wyatt Andree New Haven, CT
D Zachary Brass Woodbridge, CT
Jeffrey Atkinson Morgantown, WV
Christopher Fitzhugh Peacham, VT Gwynneth Davidoff Western Springs, IL
Gregory Brown Pleasantville, NY
Kathryn Dramstad Helena, MT Jacqueline Baca East Dennis, MA
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Christopher Gallello Santa Ana, CA
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Miguel Bejar Jacksonville, FL
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Jacob Getto Plano, TX
Noura Howell Cary, NC
Elena Koukina Newton, MA
Roland Liu Sherborn, MA
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Clayton Gimenez Bedford, TX
Ashley Lloyd Olympia, WA
Matthew Huang San Diego, CA
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Thomas Lamar Lexington, MA
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Molly Gutcher Fairfax Station, VA
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Harold Jaffe Chicago, IL
Morgan Lavine Rochester, NY
Varun Mani Singapore, SGP
Ariel Leigh Austin, TX
Christopher Marra South Windsor, CT
Rebecca Leung Arlington Heights, IL
Nikolas Martelaro Torrance, CA
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Kiefer Hicks Marble Falls, TX Ananya Kejriwal Kanpur, IND
Steven Higgins Eliot, ME Rhan Kim Gaithersburg, MD
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Natalie Mattison Sugar Land, TX
Charles Offenbacher Springfield, OR
Jessica Rucker Del Mar, CA
Kevin Simon San Jose, CA
S P Jennifer Simonovich Cupertino, CA
Jaime McCandless Durham, NC
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Andras Pikler Acton, MA
Johannes Santen Far Hills, NJ
Mary Schmidt Phoenix, AZ
Nicholas Monje Portland, OR
Robert Sobecki Pleasantville, NY
Richard Pratt Hartland, WI
Michael Murphy Yountville, CA
Travis Schuh Los Altos, CA
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Meryl Stark Matthews, NC Natalie Sharpe Mountain View, CA
Meghan Murray Livonia, MI
James Regulinski Bellingham, WA
Allison Stocks Southaven, MS
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Poorva Singal Germantown, MD
Joseph Meyer Millstone Township, NJ
Jason Poon Worcester, MA
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Scott Thomson Wilmington, DE
Rose Zeller Mission Viejo, CA
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Sarah Allen Johns Island, SC
Sam Sun Windsor, CO
Emily Towers West Chester, OH
Steven Zhang Midland, MI Stanislaw Antol Oak Lawn, IL
Erika Swartz Alexandria, VA
Alexandra Tsoi Fort Collins, CO
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Julie Baca East Dennis, MA Colin Zwiebel Salt Lake City, UT Boris Taratutin San Jose, CA
Rui Wang Singapore, SGP
James Bauer Olympia, WA
Gray Thomas Iowa City, IA
Preeta Willemann Pleasantville, NY
Maia Bittner Deming, WA
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Philip Chung Gaithersburg, MD
Daniel Elg Wheaton, IL
Jayesh Gorasia Kuala Lumpur, MYS
Megan Elsenbeck Lilburn, GA
Daniel Greeley Andover, MA
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Edward Byun Westborough, MA
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Velin Dimitrov Edina, MN
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Anne Bowlby Ridgefield, CT
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Scott Carlson East Hampton, CT
Phil Dirkse Jenison, MI
Jake Felser Bellevue, WA
Luis Gutierrez Lowell, MA Kevin Cheng Lexington, MA
Danielle Dougherty Burien, WA
Laura Firstenberg Littleton, MA
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Raphael Cherney Omaha, NE
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Oliver Haas Klosterneuburg, AUT Theresa Edmonds River Hills, WI
David Gardner Daphne, AL
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Daniel Grieneisen Carlisle, PA
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Tiama Hamkins-Indik Northampton, MA
Jeff Hwang San Jose, CA
Jennifer Keene Herriman, UT
Alyssa Levitz Iowa City, IA
Adam Kenvarg Jamaica Plain, MA
Yiyang Li Beaverton, OR
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John Harley Aiken, SC Hari Iyer Alpharetta, GA
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Michael Lintz Needham, MA
Ryan Harris West Nyack, NY Jacob Izraelevitz Los Alamos, NM
Andrea Lai Deer Park, IL
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K John Higgins Chicago, IL Sandra Lam Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
Claire McLeod Stateline, NV
Carisa Leal McAllen, TX
Leah Mendelson Owego, NY
Nitin Kapania Blacksburg, VA Nicholas Hobbs Fort Collins, CO
Lindsay Kaye New York, NY
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Rachita Navara Fort Worth, TX
Keerthik Omanakuttan Muscat, OMN
Andrew Pethan Appleton, WI
Ryan Mitchell Boston, MA
Christina Nguyen Carlsbad, CA
Roydan Ongie Waipahu, HI
Christina Powell Allentown, PA
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Jacob Miller Starksboro, VT
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Alex Niswander Naperville, IL
2011
Marco Morales San Ysidro, CA
Guanqing Ou Nashua, NH Raghu Rangan Wellesley, MA
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Elena Oleynikova Dublin, CA
Neil Paulson Owatonna, MN
Jonathan Reed Burke, VA
Alyshia Olsen Jacksonville, FL
Nicholas Payton Redding, CA
Meagan Rich Chicopee, MA
Evan Morikawa Rancho Santa Fe, CA
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Rachel Nancollas Fayetteville, NY
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John Rosenwinkel Wheaton, IL
Sean Shi Cupertino, CA
Katelyn Swift-Spong Oak Ridge, TN
Arash Ushani Lynnfield, MA
T W Colden Rouleau Evansville, IN
Kaelyn Stadtmueller Dingmans Ferry, PA Carl Tappan Boxborough, MA
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Chen Wang Castro Valley, CA
Rachael Stedman Brea, CA Karl Schults Norwich, VT
Shannon Taylor Cary, NC
Sarah Waskom West Des Moines, IA
Rachel Strubhar-Masick Vista, CA Albert Setjoadi Jakarta, IDN
Katherine Terracciano Madison, NJ
John Watson Broomfield, CO
Kathryn Sullivan Floral Park, NY Eli Sheldon Florence, MA
Sabrina Thompson Round Rock, TX
Lorraine Weis Berthoud, CO
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Ann Wu Rexford, NY
Sarah Zimmerman Sturgis, SD
Luke Zinnen Wheaton, IL
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Olin College Organization Chart Board of Trustees William Norden, Chairman
President Richard Miller
Academic Affairs Stephen Schiffman, Interim VP & Dean
External Relations & Admission Charles Nolan, VP & Dean
Financial Affairs Stephen Hannabury, EVP & Treasurer
Operations Joanne Kossuth, VP & Chief Information Officer
Development, Family & Alumni Relations J. Thomas Krimmel, VP
Faculty
Investments & Treasury
Admission
Information Technology
Class Giving
Student Life Rod Crafts, Dean
Patricia Gallagher, Asst. VP
Communication Joseph Hunter, Asst. VP & Director
Campus Services Joseph McDonald, Director
Parents’ Fund
Programs Nick Tatar, Asst. Dean
General Accounting
Advising Alison Black, Asst. Dean
Payroll
Student Accounts & Records Linda Canavan, Registrar
Budgeting & Financial Planning
Environmental Health & Safety
Risk Management Ed Frackiewicz, Director
Public Safety John Jackson, Director
Academic Services Terri Dunphy, Director
Library Dee Magnoni, Director
Sponsored Programs Stacy Riseman, Director
Research Centers
Community Relations
Post Graduate Planning Sally Phelps, Director
Scott Slaboden, Assoc. Director
Facilities Services Andy DeMelia, Director
Institutional Research & Improvement Ann Schaffner, Director
Transportation & Parking Services
Trustee Affairs Christine Kelly, Manager
Mail Services
Internal Audit Samantha Spezeski, Director
Human Resources & Student Employment Patricia Berardi, Manager
Dining Services David Nadreau, General Manager
Project Planning & Management
Individual Giving
Corporate & Foundation Support
Family & Alumni Relations Kristina Raposa, Director
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Current directory information, including employees hired after the printing of this Handbook, is available at: http://www.olin.edu/tools_directory.cfm
Nancy Sullivan Assistant to the President 781-292-2304 nancy.sullivan@olin.edu MH 202
Linda Miller Assistant to the Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean of Faculty 781-292-2509 linda.miller@olin.edu MH 209
Holly Bennett Administrative Assistant for Academic Affairs 781-292-2510 holly.bennett@olin.edu MH 360
Terri Dunphy Director of Academic Services 781-292-2352 terri.dunphy@olin.edu MH 211
Sharon Breitbart Assistant Director, Initiative for Innovation in Engineering Education 781-292-2500 sharon.breitbart@olin.edu MH 333
Academic Affairs Stacy Riseman Director of Sponsored Programs 781-292-2375 stacy.riseman@olin.edu MH 334
Stephen Schiffman Interim Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean of Faculty; Associate Professor of Entrepreneurship 781-292-2591 stephen.schiffman@olin.edu MH 210
Paul Coveney Administrative Assistant for Academic Affairs 781-292-2511 paul.coveney@olin.edu MH 250
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Richard K. Miller President and Professor of Mechanical Engineering 781-292-2301 richard.miller@olin.edu MH 203
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Ruth Levine Business Development Director for SCOPE 781-292-2743 ruth.levine@olin.edu MH 233b
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Claire O’Sullivan Administrative Assistant for Academic Affairs 781-292-2512 claire.osullivan@olin.edu MH 330
Tracy Tully SCOPE Program Coordinator 781-292-2742 tracy.tully@olin.edu MH 260
Sarah Spence Adams Associate Professor of Mathematics and Electrical and Computer Engineering 781-292-2536 sarah.adams@olin.edu MH 258
Jonathan Adler Assistant Professor of Psychology 781-292-2583 jonathan.adler@olin.edu MH 368
David Barrett Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering and Design 781-292-2556 david.barrett@olin.edu MH 270
Drew Bennett Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering, Director of SCOPE Program 781-292-2522 andrew.bennett@olin.edu MH 263
Debbie Chachra Associate Professor of Materials Science 781-292-2546 debbie.chachra@olin.edu MH 264
Mark Chang Assistant Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering 781-292-2559 mark.chang@olin.edu MH 357
Rebecca Christianson Assistant Professor of Applied Physics 781-292-2560 rebecca.christianson@olin.edu MH 367
Diana Dabby Associate Professor of Electrical Engineering and Music 781-292-2551 diana.dabby@olin.edu MH 269 and AC 305
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Allen Downey Associate Professor of Computer Science 781-292-2558 allen.downey@olin.edu MH 359
Aaron Hoffman Assistant Professor of Mathematics 781-292-2561 aaron.hoffman@olin.edu MH 257
Ozgur Eris Associate Professor of Design and Mechanical Engineering 781-292-2554 ozgur.eris@olin.edu MH 254
Aaron Hoover Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering 781-292-2500 aaron.hoover@olin.edu MH 331
John Geddes Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs and Research, Professor of Mathematics 781-292-2555 john.geddes@olin.edu MH 261
Stephen S. Holt Professor of Physics 781-292-2587 stephen.holt@olin.edu MH 268
Jean J. Huang Assistant Professor of Biology 781-292-2584 jean.huang@olin.edu MH 266
David V. Kerns, Jr. Franklin and Mary Olin Distinguished Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering 781-292-2350 david.kerns@olin.edu MH 353
Sherra E. Kerns F.W. Olin Distinguished Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering 781-292-2370 sherra.kerns@olin.edu MH 253
Christopher Lee Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering 781-292-2539 christopher.lee@olin.edu MH 327
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Siddhartan Govindasamy Assistant Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering 781-292-2514 siddhartan.govindasamy@olin.edu MH 325
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Helen Donis-Keller Professor of Biology and Art 781-292-2545 helen.doniskeller@olin.edu MH 366
Benjamin Linder Associate Professor of Design and Mechanical Engineering 781-292-2548 benjamin.linder@olin.edu MH 370
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Christopher Morse Lecturer in Chemistry 781-292-2576 christopher.morse@olin.edu MH 329
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Caitrin Lynch Associate Professor of Anthropology 781-292-2564 caitrin.lynch@olin.edu MH 356
Jose Oscar Mur-Miranda Assistant Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering 781-292-2544 joseoscar.murmiranda@olin.edu MH 332
Robert Martello Associate Professor of the History of Science and Technology 781-292-2532 robert.martello@olin.edu MH 355
Joanne C. Pratt Associate Professor of Biological Sciences 781-292-2571 joanne.pratt@olin.edu MH 265
Bradley Minch Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering 781-292-2566 bradley.minch@olin.edu MH 354
Alisha Sarang-Sieminski Assistant Professor of Bioengineering 781-292-2553 alisha.sieminski@olin.edu MH 256
Mark Somerville Associate Dean for Academic Programs and Curricular Innovation, Associate Professor of Electrical Engineering and Physics 781-292-2516 mark.somerville@olin.edu MH 261
Lynn Andrea Stein Professor of Computer and Cognitive Science and Director, Initiative for Innovation in Engineering Education 781-292-2525 lynn.stein@olin.edu MH 358
Jonathan Stolk Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science 781-292-2573 jonathan.stolk@olin.edu MH 259
Brian D. Storey Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering 781-292-2579 brian.storey@olin.edu MH 267
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Woodie Flowers Distinguished Partner 781-292-2594 woodie.flowers@olin.edu MH 362
Steven Gold, M.D. Senior Partner for Entrepreneurship 781-292-2578 steven.gold@olin.edu MH 229
Sadie Aznavoorian-Cheshire Biology Laboratory Specialist 781-292-2538 sadie.aznavoorian-cheshire@olin.edu AC 406
Ken Zolot Senior Partner for Entrepreneurship 781-292-2500 MH 262
Aaron Boxer Visiting Engineer 781-292-2543 aaron.boxer@olin.edu MH 362
Instructors, Academic Visitors and Technical Staff
Gillian Epstein Consultant in Writing 781-292-2543 gillian.epstein@olin.edu MH 362 David Anderson Master Instructor of Mechanical Design and Fabrication 781-292-2542 david.anderson@olin.edu AC 105
Meliah Kavukcuoglu Post Doctoral Researcher 781-292-2568 meliah.kavukcuoglu AC 226 Bruce Andruskiewicz Instructor of Machining 781-292-2547 bruce.andruskiewicz@olin.edu AC 105
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Yevgeniya Zastavker Associate Professor of Physics 781-292-2520 yevgeniya.zastavker@olin.edu MH 369
Janey Pratt, M.D. Senior Olin Partner in Health Sciences 781-292-2552 jpratt@partners.org MH 367
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Jessica Townsend Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering 781-292-2567 jessica.townsend@olin.edu MH 365
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Research Centers Computers and Cognition Group
Sanjoy Mahajan Visiting Associate Professor of Applied Science and Engineering 781-292-2541 sanjoy.mahajan@olin.edu MH 255
Mihir Ravel Distinguished Research Scientist 781-292-2562 mihir.ravel@olin.edu MH 361 Lynn Andrea Stein Director 781-292-2525 lynn.stein@olin.edu AC 312
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Alex Morrow Distinguished Research Scientist in Residence 781-292-2519 alex.morrow@olin.edu MH 262
Matthew J. Neal Materials Science and Chemistry Laboratory Specialist 781-292-2588 matthew.neal@olin.edu AC 413
Lawrence Neeley Visiting Assistant Professor of Design and Entrepreneurship 781-292-2500 lawrence.neeley@olin.edu MH 363
Andrea Rubiano Teaching and Research Post-Doctoral Fellow in Mathematics 781-292-2549 andrea.rubiano@olin.edu MH 323
Christina Shea Visiting Writer 781-292-2589 christina.shea@olin.edu MH 362
Mark Sheldon Visiting Professor of Computer Science 781-292-2517 mark.sheldon@olin.edu MH 364
Admission
Charles Nolan Vice President for External Relations and Dean of Admission 781-292-2201 charles.nolan@olin.edu MH 115
Susan Johanson Assistant to the Vice President for External Relations 781-292-2209 susan.johanson@olin.edu MH 114
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Laura Cotten Assistant Director for Admission and Post Graduate Planning 781-292-2203 laura.cotten@olin.edu MH 113
Jessica Chaves Admission Service Coordinator 781-292-2206 jessica.chaves@olin.edu MH 114
Scott C. Slaboden Associate Director of Campus Services 781-292-2318 scott.slaboden@olin.edu CC 326
Stephanie Dickie Coordinator of Campus Services 781-292-2313 stephanie.dickie@olin.edu CC 332c
Courtney Sampson Campus Services Administrator 781-292-2312 courtney.sampson@olin.edu CC 326
Andrew Goldstein Campus Services Assistant 781-292-2271 andrew.goldstein@olin.edu CC Loading Dock
Andrew DeMelia Facilities – Director 781-292-2317 andrew.demelia@olin.edu CC 320a
Steve Durfee Facilities – Energy Manager 781-292-2273 steve.durfee@olin.edu CC 105
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Emily Moscol Assistant Dean of Admission 781-292-2207 emily.moscol@olin.edu MH 112
Joseph (Joe) McDonald Director of Campus Services 781-292-2315 joseph.mcdonald@olin.edu CC 332b
Tim Beatty Mail Services Assistant 781-292-2233 timothy.beatty@olin.edu CC Mail Room
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Caitlin Clark Assistant Dean of Admission 781-292-2212 caitlin.clark@olin.edu MH 111
Noel Espinal Facilities – Custodial Supervisor 781-292-2412 noel.espinal@olin.edu CC 320
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Rafael Gaitin Custodian
Onedis Zoquier Custodian
Grounds Staff
Custodial Staff Nick Jones Custodian
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Eli Carvalho Grounds Worker William Baez Day Shift Lead Custodian Robinson Medrano Custodian David Gibson Grounds Worker Jason Sullivan Night Shift Lead Custodian José Rodriguez Custodian Brendan Sullivan Grounds Worker Juana Baez Custodian Ysmelda Sanchez Custodian
Jacqueline Fernandez Custodian
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J. Thomas (Tom) Krimmel Vice President for Development, Family and Alumni Relations 781-292-2291 thomas.krimmel@olin.edu MH 205 Kristina (Krissy) M. Raposa Director of Family and Alumni Relations 781-292-2264 kristina.raposa@olin.edu MH 224
Chris Goble Mechanical Trades
William Hunt Mechanical Trades
Carole Perrin Assistant to the Vice President for Development, Family and Alumni Relations 781-292-2372 carole.perrin@olin.edu MH 204 Sindy Wayne Director of Development 781-292-2293 synthia.wayne@olin.edu MH 318
James Meehan Utility Worker
Ron Guerriero Director of Business Development 781-292-2294 ronald.guerriero@olin.edu MH 322
Dining Services
David Nadreau General Manager 781-292-2361 david.nadreau@olin.edu CC LL35
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Corey Cavicchi Associate Plant Manager
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Deborah Manzelli Program Coordinator for Development 781-292-2292 deborah.manzelli@olin.edu MH 320
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Bill Kelly Executive Chef
Mu Zhen Deng Salad Bar
Yanez Garcia Dishwasher
Mirta Batista Salad Bar
Salomon Diaz Cook
Keverne Glasgow Cook
Nathaly Batista Salad Bar
Abe Fellah Cook
Stefania Karpierz Cashier
Ricardo Batista Cashier
Yoselyn Fernandez Salad Bar
Mike Khweiss Cook
Patricia Cunningham Utility
Joaquin Garcia Dishwasher
Rosemary Murphy Cashier
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John Trifiletti Cook
Jose Ubrit Dishwasher
Joseph A. Hunter Assistant Vice President for External Relations and Director of Communication 781-292-2255 joseph.hunter@olin.edu MH 226
Suzanne Alcott Post Graduate Planning Assistant 781-292-2282 suzanne.alcott@olin.edu CC 314
Faculty see Academic Affairs
Financial Affairs Jin Xie Salad Bar
Alyson Goodrow Associate Director of Communication 781-292-2257 alyson.goodrow@olin.edu MH 231 Stephen P. Hannabury Executive Vice President and Treasurer 781-292-2401 stephen.hannabury@olin.edu MH 303
James Yu Utility
Sally J. Phelps Director of Post Graduate Planning 781-292-2281 sally.phelps@olin.edu CC 316
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Charles Nolan Vice President for External Relations and Dean of Admission 781-292-2201 charles.nolan@olin.edu MH 115
Laura Cotten Assistant Director for Admission and Post Graduate Planning 781-292-2203 laura.cotten@olin.edu MH 113
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Andrea Patterson Assistant to the Executive Vice President and Treasurer 781-292-2403 andrea.patterson@olin.edu MH 304
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Jack Mui Director of Accounting 781-292-2421 jack.mui@olin.edu MH 311
Wanda Cabana Financial Services Coordinator 781-292-2427 wanda.cabana@olin.edu MH 316
Zhaopeng Ji Budget Director 781-292-2424 zhaopeng.ji@olin.edu MH 308
Susan Goldstein Staff Accountant 781-292-2423 susan.goldstein@olin.edu MH 316
John Easland Senior Accountant 781-292-2418 john.easland@olin.edu MH 314
Ann Fitts Data Entry Coordinator 781-292-2422 ann.fitts@olin.edu MH 316
Vivian Glassman Senior Accountant 781-292-2419 vivian.glassman@olin.edu MH 312
Edward (Ed) Frackiewicz Director of Co-Sourced Risk Management Services, The Boston Consortium 781-292-2408 edward.frackiewicz@olin.edu MH 302
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Ann Schaffner Director of Institutional Research and Improvement 781-292-2373 ann.schaffner@olin.edu MH 156
Christine Kelly Manager of Trustee Affairs and Assistant Clerk of the Board 781-292-2305 christine.kelly@olin.edu MH 310
Patricia Gallagher Assistant Vice President for Financial Affairs 781-292-2416 patricia.gallagher@olin.edu MH 306
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Kurt Hirschenhofer Systems Administrator 781-292-2439 kurt.hirschenhofer@olin.edu MH LL17 Patricia (Pat) Berardi Manager of Human Resources 781-292-2429 patricia.berardi@olin.edu MH 222
Manuel F. Amaral Associate Director of Information Technology 781-292-2433 manuel.amaral@olin.edu MH LL15 David Carver Systems Administrator 781-292-2459 david.carver@olin.edu MH LL17
Elaine Drobnis Human Resources Administrator 781-292-2409 elaine.drobnis@olin.edu MH 227
Mary Fitzpatrick Customer Service Manager 781-292-2437 mary.fitzpatrick@olin.edu MH LL11 Max Prem Pradhan Lead Programmer/Application Developer 781-292-2435 max.pradhan@olin.edu MH LL114 James Clifford Lead Technical Support Specialist 781-292-2441 james.clifford@olin.edu MH LL16
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Joanne Kossuth Vice President for Operations and Chief Information Officer 781-292-2431 joanne.kossuth@olin.edu MH 220a
Michael Horne Network Engineer 781-292-2438 michael.horne@olin.edu MH LL18
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Jeffrey Beck Technical Support Specialist 781-292-2443 jeffrey.beck@olin.edu MH LL16
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Dorina Mordkovich Web Designer/Developer 781-292-2452 dorina.mordkovich@olin.edu MH LL12
Library
Joanne Kossuth Vice President for Operations and Chief Information Officer 781-292-2431 joanne.kossuth@olin.edu MH 220a
Soraya Andrade-Winters Assistant to the Vice President for Operations and Chief Information Officer 781-292-2622 soraya.andradewinters@olin.edu MH 220
Student Life
Rod Crafts Dean of Student Life 781-292-2321 rod.crafts@olin.edu CC 319d and EH 103
Alison Black Assistant Dean of Student Life 781-292-2327 alison.black@olin.edu CC 319a
Public Safety Linda Canavan Registrar and Director of the Student Accounts and Records Center 781-292-2341 linda.canavan@olin.edu CC 300d
Dianna (Dee) Magnoni Library Director 781-292-2389 dianna.magnoni@olin.edu MH 154 John D. Jackson Director 781-239-4333 jjackson1@babson.edu
Lydia Zeglarsky Library Services Coordinator 781-292-2386 lydia.zeglarsky@olin.edu MH 152a
Nick Tatar Assistant Dean of Student Life and Instructor of Education 781-292-2326 nick.tatar@olin.edu CC 319c and WH 111
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Loretta Dinon Manager of Student Accounts 781-292-2346 loretta.dinon@olin.edu CC 300c
Dan Jaquette Laura Kinney Consulting Mental Health Care Providers Colony Care Behavioral Health 781-431-1177 11 River St. Wellesley, MA 02481
Jean Ricker Manager of Financial Aid 781-292-2343 jean.ricker@olin.edu CC 300a
Mark Chang Caryn Park Resident Scholar Resident Scholar 781-292-2559 mark.chang@olin.edu MH 357 and EH 116
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David L. Stormberg, M.D. Consulting Psychiatrist 781-449-0094 105 Chestnut St. #14 Needham, MA 02492-2520
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Parents Recruiting for Olin Dear Olin Parents, In Olin College’s history parents have been an invaluable resource in Olin’s admission recruitment process. The Parent Recruitment Program (PRP) is an important way that Olin connects with prospective students and their families. There are no better testimonials for Olin than those from current students and their parents. Parent-to-parent outreach provides a clear demonstration of the close-knit Olin community. The mission of the PRP is simple: to provide volunteer opportunities for Olin parents to reach out to prospective families and assist the admission staff with recruitment efforts. You each have a story to share about the Olin experience. These stories are incredibly meaningful for those considering Olin, as I am sure you remember. Prospective students and families tend to have a wide array of world-class admission options in addition to Olin, and hearing from current families can help them make a personal connection to our school. PRP tasks include: • serving as an email resource for prospective parents (listed on the Olin website); • volunteering at Admission Open Houses, including Women’s Open House and Fall Open House; • attending Candidates’ Weekends to serve as a resource for Candidates and their families; • attending local college fairs on Olin’s behalf; and • calling or emailing admitted parent(s) during the month of April, offering congratulations and serving as a resource should the need arise. The PRP Training Manual is available on the Parent website and will be distributed at both Parent Orientation (August 28, 2010) and Family Weekend (October 15–17, 2010). The manual provides important details about the opportunities above, as well as helpful information about Olin. I will be available during the Parent Orientation event to answer questions about the PRP and sign up volunteers. I trust you will find volunteering with the PRP to be fun and rewarding. Your participation in the PRP will help prospective families see the impact Olin can have, both educationally and personally, on a student’s life. If you have any questions or would like to become a PRP volunteer, please do not hesitate to contact me at caitlin.clark@olin.edu or sign up online on the Parent Volunteer page (http://www.olin.edu/parents/volunteer_signup.asp). Thank you for your effort and time!
Yours sincerely,
Caitlin Clark Assistant Dean of Admission PRP Coordinator
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Academic Policies One of Olin’s highest priorities is the well being of its students, and Olin recognizes that individual circumstances often call for individual approaches. Olin’s faculty, staff and administration will always attempt to do what is right, regardless of the formal rule. The following policies will help to ensure that students are treated fairly. To reference these policies including detailed information on attendance, withdrawal, cross-registration and grading please see the section on Academic Policies of the Course Catalog or Student Handbook (http://www.olin.edu/student_life/pdfs/student_handbook.pdf). A listing of frequently asked questions regarding Passionate Pursuits and Co-Curriculars can also be found in the Academics section of both publications. Such questions include: What is a “Passionate Pursuit?” and How does a Co-Curricular differ from a student club? You can also find an example list of Co-Curriculars offered in the past.
Assessment Olin is committed to continual feedback and improvement in all areas of the institution. This commitment brings with it certain responsibilities for all community members. Because of this commitment to continual improvement, students and other community members are frequently asked to provide assessment information. It is each individual’s responsibility to respond honestly, promptly and fully to such requests.
Academic Advising Coursework and advising are different aspects of the same process — developing a well-educated person. Olin College views advising as a central role of our faculty. Students’ relationships with their advisers are among the most important ones they will establish here and can have a significant impact on their Olin education. The advising system includes, but is not limited to: individual advising, advising families, extended advising families, the Sibbs program, career development and course planning. A detailed description of each advising system can be found in the Academic Advising section of the Course Catalog or Student Handbook.
Student Accounts and Records (StAR) Center Campus Center, Suite 300 E-mail: star.center@olin.edu Phone: 781-292-2340 Fax: 781-292-2344 Web: http://star.olin.edu The mission of the StAR Center is to provide Olin students with excellent customer service and one stop shopping. The StAR Center is responsible for all aspects of the student academic record, student account and student financial aid. Registration, transcripts, bill payments and FAFSAs, it all happens through the StAR Center. For more information on such topics, please visit the StAR Center section of the Course Catalog or Student Handbook or http://star.olin.edu
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Honor Code 1. Purpose of the Honor Code This Honor Code, written and maintained by the students of Olin College, exists to provide an ethical framework for the Olin student community. It represents an individual commitment by each Olin student to dedicate his or her self to these standards as well as a community commitment to ensure that these standards are upheld. This Code will serve always as a bold statement that ethics are not optional at Olin and that they are simultaneously an individual and community concern.
2. College Jurisdiction Olin College students are members of the College community as well as citizens of the Town of Needham and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. As citizens, students are responsible to the community of which they are a part and the College neither substitutes for nor interferes with the regular legal processes. Students are also accountable for offenses against the academic community. Therefore, an action involving a student in a legal proceeding in a civil or criminal court does not free the student from responsibility for their conduct in a College proceeding. If a student is charged in both jurisdictions, the College will proceed with its internal review according to its own timetable. Also see Appendix B for articulation with Babson College, Wellesley College and Brandeis University student judicial systems.
3. Honor Code As a member of the Olin College community, I will strive to embody the spirit of honor and integrity as defined by the five core personal values and will take action to address any breach of that spirit.
3.1 Integrity Each member of the College community will accept responsibility for and represent accurately and completely oneself, one’s work, and one’s actions.
3.2 Respect for Others Each member of the College community will be considerate of fellow community members and honor each individual’s inherent dignity and worth.
3.3 Passion for the Welfare of the College Each member of the College community will express a personal commitment to the welfare of the community through a spirit of cooperation, concern for others and responsibility for the reputation of Olin College.
3.4 Patience and Understanding Each member of the College community will strive to foster harmonious relationships through empathy and mindfulness of others.
3.5 Openness to Change Each member of the College community will be receptive to change and will strive for innovation and improvement within the community.
3.6 Do Something When aware of a potential violation of the Honor Code or related policies, a member of the College community must take action in a timely manner to address the situation. While all violations are treated with utmost concern, academic and non-academic cases differ in nature and therefore often call for different courses of action. Suspected violations of integrity in academic work must be reported to the professor of the course or directly to the Honor Board. Other suspected violations must either be addressed informally to the satisfaction of all parties involved or reported to the Honor Board.
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There are three exercise rooms in the residence halls; two in West Hall and one in East Hall. In West Hall there is a cardio room and a fitness room with free weights, mirrors and mats for stretching. There is a separate room with sports equipment. Students may borrow sports equipment but should return it to the equipment room immediately after practice or a workout. East Hall has a gym with several cardio machines and a weight machine that has upper and lower body exercises.
Intramural Sports and Babson Facilities Olin enjoys a unique relationship with Babson that includes access to Babson’s athletic facilities and intramural league. Babson’s athletic facilities include indoor and outdoor basketball courts, an indoor swimming pool, an indoor track, an indoor ice skating rink, exercise classes, cardio equipment, free weights, weight machines and other exercise equipment. For more information about Babson’s facilities, classes or intramurals visit: http://babsonathletics.com
Club Sports and Competitive Teams Olin has two competitive sports teams, the Olin Soccer team in the fall and the Olin Ultimate team in the spring. These teams are coached with regular practices, tournaments and games. The soccer and ultimate teams field men’s, women’s and co-ed teams, depending on student interest and participation.
Area Trails The town of Wellesley currently supports a wide range of trails that are accessible from the Olin campus. See Wellesley Trails map. For more information visit: http://www.wellesleyma.gov/Pages/WellesleyMA_Trails/trails
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The Olin Dining Hall is our Resident Dining Hall on campus. Here you may dine with your fellow students, faculty, staff and visitors in a lively environment. All meals are served in an all-you-can-eat setting. We are proud to feature our “JIT”, or Just-In-Time Cooking. This allows us to prepare as many foods to order as possible. The menu is developed around platforms, or formats that compliment the dining hall. All of our platforms are uniquely positioned to provide variety in the menu, and to include vegetarian, vegan and healthy choice selections.
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Jazzman’s Café (Horn Library, Babson)
Olin Dining Hall
Hours 7:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. 7:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Sunday 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Continental Breakfast–Brunch–Dinner Hours subject to change. Any changes will be well advertised prior to taking effect.
Trim Dining Hall (Babson) Monday–Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
7:15 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. 7:15 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. 11:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Dunkin’ Donuts (Reynolds Campus Center, Babson) Monday–Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
7:30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. 7:30 a.m. to 2:00 a.m. 7:30 a.m. to 2:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Crossroads Retail Food Court (Reynolds Campus Center, Babson) Monday–Thursday Friday Saturday and Sunday
9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Closed 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Pandini’s at Olin Hall (F.W. Olin Graduate School of Business, Babson) Monday–Thursday Friday Saturday
7:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. 7:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. 7:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Olin Student Meal Plan
Olin Dining Hall Monday–Thursday Friday Breakfast–Lunch–Dinner
Monday–Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
11:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. (midnight) 11:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Closed
Olin students living on campus are required to use the Olin student Meal Plan: Meal Plan: $5000 for the 2010–11 school year or $2500 per semester • Unlimited entry to Olin Dining Hall, 7 days per week
Olin Dollars To compliment the Meal Plan, it is suggested that parents or students add the discretionary Olin Dollars to the plan. These Olin Dollars can be used for vending machines, laundry washers and dryers, Mailroom or in Olin’s store — Olin Gear. Olin Dollars will carry over from semester to semester and year to year. Funds can be electronically deposited to any community member’s Olin OneCard via our OneCard website: https://onecard.olin.edu All meals are charged at the door rate and on a “Closed Access Basis”; meaning that the student can eat as much as he or she likes with no restrictions. This permits students to pick and choose which meals they want to attend. The Olin Dollars may be purchased online.
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Restaurants Near Campus Needham Bertucci’s Italian Restaurant Italian — pasta, pizza and gourmet salads 1257 Highland Ave. 781-449-3777 (call ahead seating available, call one hour prior to expected arrival) www.bertuccis.com Blue on Highland Contemporary continental cuisine 882 Highland Ave. 781-444-7001 www.blueonhighland.com Comella’s Italian cuisine 1095 Great Plain Ave. 781-444-2600 http://www.comellasrestaurants.com Fuji Steak House 1430 Highland Ave. 781-726-7658 www.fujisteakhouseneedham.com The Rice Barn Thai and Asian cuisine 1037 Great Plain Ave. 781-449-8300 www.thericebarn.com Masala Art Indian cuisine 990 Great Plain Ave. 781-449-4050 www.masala-art.com
Pomodoro’s Italian cuisine 1019 Great Plain Ave. 781-444-9200 http://www.restaurantpomodoro.com Sweet Basil Italian cuisine 942 Great Plain Ave. 781-444-9600 www.sweetbasilneedham.com Stone Hearth Pizza Co. 974 Great Plain Ave. 781-433-0600 www.stonehearthpizza.com The Village Fish 970 Great Plain Ave. 781-449-0544 www.thevillagefish.com
Wellesley Alta Strada Italian cuisine 92 Central St. 781-237-6100 www.altastradarestaurant.com Amarin Thai cuisine 27 Grove St. 781-239-1350 www.amarinofthailand.com Bertucci’s Italian Restaurant Italian — pasta, pizza and gourmet salads 380 Washington St. 781-239-0990 (call ahead seating available, call one hour prior to expected arrival) www.bertuccis.com Blue Ginger East-West fusion cuisine 583 Washington St. 781-283-5790 www.ming.com/blueginger (chef’s website)
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For more information about lodging, dining and entertainment including listings, editorials, directions and searching capabilities, check out: http://boston.citysearch.com or http://www.boston.com
Pacini’s Pizza, subs and basic Italian entrees 1185 Highland Ave. 781-455-0922 www.pacinis.biz
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The following is a listing of a few select options for hotel accommodations and dining in the Needham area. For a more extensive listing of select hotels and restaurants in the Boston area, check out the Dining and Lodging sections of the Campus page of Olin’s website: http://www.olin.edu/campus/overview.aspx
Not Your Average Joe’s American regional foods cooked on a wood fired oven 109 Chapel St. 781-453-9300 (call ahead seating available, call one hour prior to expected arrival) www.notyouraveragejoes.com
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46 Café Mangal Mediterranean and American Cuisine 555 Washington St. 781-235-5322 www.cafemangal.com China Sky 11 Forest St. 781-431-2388 www.chinaskyrestaurant.com Singh’s Café 312 Washington St. 781-235-1666 www.singhscafe.com Tian Fu 781-235-1111 446 Washington St. www.gotianfu.com
Hotel Accommodations Near Campus Babson Executive Conference Center (BECC) At Babson College 1 Woodland Dr., Wellesley 781-239-5816 http://execed.babson.edu/becc/accomodations.aspx (click on “Reservations”) Sheraton Needham 100 Cabot St., Needham 781-444-1110, 800-274-3728 www.sheraton.com/needham Hilton Dedham 25 Allied Dr., Dedham 781-329-7900 www.hilton.com (search Dedham, MA in “Find a Hotel”) Holiday Inn 55 Ariadne Rd., Dedham 781-329-1000 www.holidayinn.com Residence Inn by Marriott 259 Elm St., Dedham 781-407-0999 www.residenceinn.com Marriott Fairfield Inn Hotel 235 Elm St., Dedham 781-326-6700 www.marriott.com (search Dedham, MA in “Find a Hotel”) Boston Marriott Newton 2345 Commonwealth Ave., Newton 617-969-1000 www.marriott.com (search Newton, MA in “Find a Hotel”)
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Olin College has formed a unique partnership with adjoining Babson College to provide academic, co-curricular and administrative opportunities for its students, faculty and staff. Olin students participate in a number of campus programs and services, many of which are described in this Handbook, on the Babson campus.
Reynolds Campus Center Located on College Drive between Hollister and the Richard W. Sorenson Center for the Arts First floor • Bookstore (academic year hours) 8:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Monday–Thursday Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Saturday 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Closed Sunday For more information visit: http://babson.bkstore.com • • • • • •
Vendor carts Dunkin Donuts* Crossroads Café* Freshens Resource Room Sustainability Office
* Note: Hours of the Babson Dining Facilities can be found in the “Dining” Section. Second floor Meeting and reading rooms, television lounge, student mailroom, game room, undergraduate student organization offices, copy center and administrative offices.
Roger’s (Babson Campus Pub) The Babson campus pub, located in Park Manor Central residence hall, is open to all Olin College students, faculty and staff regardless of age. Hours of operation are 8:00 p.m. to midnight, Monday–Wednesday, and 4:00 p.m. to midnight on Thursday and Friday. Roger’s offers a variety of non-alcoholic beverages, as well as beer and wine for those over 21 years of age. A valid Massachusetts driver’s license is required to gain entry to Roger’s.
Sorenson Centers for the Arts The Richard W. Sorenson Center for the Arts is a performing and visual arts program that supports the creative and performing experience of Babson/Olin/and Wellesley College students. The Carling-Sorenson Theater, located adjacent to the Reynolds Campus Center, features a state-of-the-art 441 seat proscenium theater, a dance/rehearsal studio and piano practice rooms. The Sorenson Visual Arts Center, located in Trim Hall, features a ceramics/sculpture studio, a B&W photo lab, a drawing/painting studio, artist-in-residence studio, and student gallery. The band practice room, located in Park Manor Central, is equipped with a drum kit, bass amp, guitar amp, electric piano, music stands, chairs, PA for voice, and instrument storage cabinets. For more information visit: www.babson.edu/Sorenson or email Sorenson@babson.edu
Webster Center Located on College Drive across from Malloy Hall Monday–Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
6:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. 6:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. 12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Inside Webster • Staake Gymnasium • PepsiCo Pavilion • Morse Swimming Center Free Swim Hours: (subject to change for swim meets) Monday–Friday 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. & 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Saturday & Sunday 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. • Lunder Fitness Center Monday–Thursday 6:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Friday 6:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Sunday 12:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. • Four squash courts and one racquetball court • Chandor Dance Studio Outdoor Facilities • Eight tennis courts • Upper fields and Lower fields For more information visit: http://babsonathletics.com Babson Skating Center Call 781-239-6058 for available public skating and public hockey times. For more information visit: http://babsonathletics.com
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Buildings and Facilities 46 Admission, Graduate (Olin Hall) * 50 Admission, Lunder Undergraduate Admission Center (Mustard Hall) * 59 Alumni Hall * 30 Athletics (Webster Center) * 33 Babson Executive Conference Center (BECC) * 16 Babson Globe 21 Babson Hall * 31 Roger W. Babson Memorial 48 Arthur M. Blank Center for Entrepreneurship * 39 Bryant Hall * 10 Canfield Hall 26 Carling-Sorenson Theater * 15 Coleman Hall * 28 Stephen D. Cutler Investment Management Center * 7 Dining (Trim Hall) * 33 Executive Conference Center (BECC)* 5 Facilities Management and Planning (Sullivan Building) * 2 Forest Hall * 3 Forest Hall Annex 23 Gerber Hall * 27 Glavin Family Chapel * 53 Goff Alumni Suite 9 Health Center (Hollister) * 9 Hollister * 29 Horn Computer Center *
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Horn Library * Humphries Plaza Keith Hall Knight Auditorium * Kriebel Hall * Lunder Undergraduate Admission Center (Mustard Hall) * Luksic Hall * Main Entrance Malloy Hall * 81 Map Hill Drive McCullough Hall Millea Hall * Mustard Hall (Lunder Undergraduate Admission Center) Newton Apple Tree Nichols * Olin Hall (Graduate School) * Park Manor Central Park Manor North Park Manor South Pietz Hall * President’s House Public Safety * Publishers Hall Purchasing and Receiving Putney Hall * Donald W. Reynolds Campus Center * Babson Skating Rink and Boston Sports Club * Richard W. Sorenson Center for the Arts *
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Sorenson Family Visual Arts Center * Sullivan Building (Facilities Management and Planning) * 51 Tomasso Hall * 7 Trim Hall (Dining) * 58 U.S. Post Office * 18 Van Winkle Hall * 30 Webster Center (Athletics) * 42 Westgate Entrance 40 Westgate Hall * 70-80 Woodland Hill Parking Lots A Athletic Deck B Babson * C Coleman * E BECC * F Forest * H Hollister * K Knight * L Lunder * N Nichols * P Webster * S Sullivan * T Trim * W Woodland Y Bryant * * Handicap Access
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The Department of Public Safety for Babson and Olin Colleges provides law enforcement, security and emergency services at all property owned by the Colleges, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Upon completion of the College Campus Police Academy, police officers have full law enforcement powers on College property as special state police officers under Massachusetts General Law Chapter 22c, section 63. Additionally, campus police officers are granted full enforcement powers as special officers by the towns of Wellesley and Needham. The Department of Public Safety consists of one director/chief, one associate director/lieutenant, three sworn shift commanders/ sergeants, twelve full-time sworn officers, three part-time sworn officers, one traffic control officer, four dispatchers and two civilian aides. The Department also oversees emergency medical responses, medical escort services, fire safety and detection, crime prevention, safety escorts and parking enforcement. The Department of Public Safety is charged with providing law enforcement and other emergency services to the Babson College and Olin College communities. All complaints will be investigated and any violations of law or College policy can result in the filing of criminal charges and/or referral to the Office of Student Life. In certain cases, such investigations are carried out in conjunction with local, state or federal law enforcement agencies. The College community can contact the Department of Public Safety using the on-campus extension x5555, or, if calling from a cell phone or off-campus location, 781-2395555. Residents may discuss community concerns
MySafeCampus速 A successful safety program depends on us all being alert and committed to safety. We want you to know that you can report your workplace concerns anonymously and without fear of reprisal through MySafeCampus速. This valuable external service may be accessed by the Internet (http://www.MySafeCampus.com) or by calling the toll-free number (800-716-9007). Both of these avenues are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. This new service is an enhancement, not a replacement, of our current resources and processes. Please feel free to utilize this system if you do not feel comfortable using our current procedures.
and issues of security and safety with Student Life staff members or members of the Public Safety staff. The Department provides a wide range of services designed to inform students and employees about ways to increase security on campus: release of a police log to the campus newspaper, bicycle patrol, articles on crime prevention, Campus Watch, presentations during Orientation, and escort programs. In the event of an emergency, a meeting of the College Crisis Management Team is held to determine the most appropriate course of action. In some instances, the Department of Public Safety issues a public safety advisory, uniquely formatted and distributed throughout the campus to advise members of the campus community of actual or suspected criminal activity or other emergencies. Members of the Department of Public Safety check exterior doors on a random basis. Exterior residence hall doors are locked 24 hours a day. Classroom and administrative buildings are secured at the conclusion of normally scheduled business hours. The Assistant Dean of Student Life for Programs, the Director of Campus Services, and the Facilities staff work together to ensure building security. The Department of Public Safety recognizes the need to have assistance if we are going to effectively perform our duties. In an effort to encourage calls from those members of our community who would not normally contact Public Safety whenever they have complaints, concerns or information, we have installed a confidential caller telephone line. Although we prefer to converse with individuals, we acknowledge the fact that some people wish to leave information anonymously. To protect the identity of callers, all calls will be directed to an answering machine that does not have caller ID. The telephone number is 781-237-8164. See http://campusservices.olin.edu/PublicSafety.html for information regarding campus security and statistics about criminal acts on the Olin campus.
Office of Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) A safe environment is one tenet of the Olin College Core Institutional Values and the College is committed to reducing or eliminating the health and safety risks to its students, employees and visitors. The success of this commitment depends on all members of the Olin community actively participating in the design and operation of campus programs and activities that insure the security, safety and health of our community.
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50 The Office of EH&S offers technical support and a variety of services to the College community with the goal of promoting programs and activities that operate in a safe, healthy and environmentally responsible manner and that comply with EH&S laws and regulations. The EH&S office works with the College community to review and address ongoing and emerging safety issues associated with all campus activities. The Office of EH&S is located in Campus Center, Suite 332 and can be reached at x2316 (781-2922316 off-campus) or via safety@olin.edu
Campus Security The Student Right-to-Know and Campus Security Act of 1990 (Public Law 101-542) required all colleges to begin to collect certain information commencing September 1, 1991. It also required that the College prepare, publish and distribute this information to all current students and employees, and to any applicants for enrollment or employment upon request beginning September 1, 1992, and each year thereafter. Title II of Public Law 101-542 mandates the reporting of the following criminal acts occurring at Olin College during the most recent three calendar years as defined in the law. Title II of Public Law 101-542 also mandates the reporting of statistics concerning the number of arrests for the following crimes. This law was also amended to include those not arrested. The College currently has no recognized offcampus student organizations. All student organizations are housed in campus buildings. In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering publishes and makes available to any prospective student or employee upon request a copy of the College’s annual security report. The Campus Security Report can be found on the Olin College website at http://campusservices.olin.edu/ PublicSafety.html under quick link, Campus Security Info. College alcohol and other drug policies are set forth in Appendix C. See page 49 for a description of the services provided by the Department of Public Safety, including how to report criminal acts.
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Babson College Health Services Fall and Spring Semesters Hours Monday–Friday
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Monday–Thursday
5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. for walk-ins
Students who take ongoing allergy desensitization injections can have their injections administered at Health Services during physician clinic hours only by scheduling an appointment. Students must provide their own serum with instructions from their private physician.
Emergency Care on Campus
Summer Hours Monday–Friday
Allergy Clinic
8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. by appointment only
Location Ground floor of Hollister Hall
Contact Public Safety (x5555 from an on-campus phone, 781-239-5555 from a cell phone or off-campus location) at any time. They will respond promptly and provide or arrange transportation to Health Services or the hospital.
Health Services After Hours
Health Services
781-239-6363
During the night, on weekends and holidays, a student can call Public Safety at 781-239-5555 if they need to speak with the on-call clinician.
Public Safety
781-239-5555 (from off-campus), x5555 (on-campus)
Confidentiality
Phone Numbers
Allergy injections (by appointment only): Mondays 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Wednesdays 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
All visits to Health Services and conversations with the staff are confidential. Your permission must be obtained before we will give information to anyone not directly connected with your care. This includes parents and College officials. There are limited exceptions to this policy as we are required by law to report certain communicable diseases to the Public Health Department and in life-threatening situations.
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The following services are available to all full-time Olin College students: diagnosis and treatment of illnesses, evaluation and treatment of injuries, male and female reproductive examinations, gynecological care, including contraceptive management and counseling, pregnancy testing, emergency contraception, sexually transmitted disease testing and treatment, and administration of immunizations injections. The costs of medical tests, immunizations or services provided off-campus are the financial responsibility of the student.
Massachusetts law requires students enrolled in colleges located in the state to participate in a qualifying student health insurance program. Further, the law requires that colleges must enroll students who have not provided verification that they are in a health insurance program that meets the law’s minimum required benefits. The College has arranged for qualifying student accident and health insurance. Students who have comparable health insurance may elect to waive the requirement to participate in the health insurance program.
Appointments Please call 781-239-6363 to schedule an appointment between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday–Friday.
Required Vaccinations Each year new students are notified by Health Services about required vaccinations (e.g., MMR, tetanus-diphtheria booster, hepatitis B, meningococcal meningitis immunizations).
Financial responsibility for all medical and dental expenses rests with the student and his or her family. Olin College does not assume financial responsibility for injuries incurred in instructional, intercollegiate, intramural or recreational programs.
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Mental Health Services Olin provides two options for Mental Health Services: the individual practice of Dr. David Stormberg or Colony Care Behavioral Health group practice.* Students in need of mental health services may want to meet with Alison Black, Assistant Dean of Student Life, to discuss concerns and options. Other members of the Office of Student Life staff are also available to meet with students about these issues. Students are also free to contact either of these providers directly and confidentially. • David L. Stormberg, M.D. A practicing psychiatrist for more than 22 years, Dr. Stormberg provides diagnostic evaluation, a range of psychotherapies, and medication treatment. He prefers trying to help first with psychotherapy, and then augmenting treatment with medication as required. He meets with students in his office at 105 Chestnut St., Suite 14, Needham. Contact Dr. Stormberg by calling his office directly (781-449-0094). When reaching his voicemail, a student must identify himself or herself as an Olin student, briefly describe the reason for the call and its urgency, and ask him to return the call. Leave a phone number and a good time to call back. It may facilitate arranging a meeting if the student includes a range of times he or she is available. If the call is urgent, the student can page Dr. Stormberg by following the instructions in his voicemail greeting. Dr. Stormberg will call back to arrange an appointment. To get to his office, turn left out of Olin and take Rt. 135 (Great Plain Ave.) into Needham Center, and turn right at the light onto Chestnut St. Dr. Stormberg’s office building is on the right, across from the fire station, and his office is located on the ground floor. Students can park in the large lot next to the building (although numbered, the spots are not reserved). Dr. Stormberg’s office is also within biking and/or walking distance if a student doesn’t have a car and does not want to access the free transportation (see below for more information on transportation). • Colony Care Behavioral Health. Colony Care Behavioral Health is a multi-disciplinary group of psychologists, social workers, psychiatrists and psychiatric nurses. A variety of providers offer a wide array of treatment approaches including short and long term psychotherapy, stress management counseling, cognitive behavioral therapy, medication management and self-hypnosis. A core group of providers work with Olin College students at their offices at 11 River St. in Wellesley, located near the intersection of Rts. 16 and 128. To set up a first time appointment, students can call their intake coordinator at 781-431-1177 x210. The student’s message must include a reliable way of contacting him or her. If the call is urgent, the intake coordinator can be paged by following the instructions given on the message. For routine appointments, the intake coordinator will contact the student in a few
PA R E N T H A N D B O O K 2 0 1 0 – 1 1 hours to briefly talk with the student about his or her concerns and needs. Based on this information, Colony Care will arrange for the most appropriate provider to contact the student to arrange for a first appointment. To get to the Colony Care offices, turn right out of Olin and take Rt. 135 (Great Plain Ave.) toward Babson. At the rotary, take the second right onto Seaver St., and then turn left onto Forest St. When reaching Washington St./Rt. 16, turn right, and follow this road until River St. Turn right onto River St.; the offices for Colony Care and the parking lot are on the right. Clinicians from Colony Care Behavioral Health also conduct counseling sessions on Olin’s campus; typically three hours per week are offered and the clinicians staffing those hours vary. These meetings are still confidential and free. Students can look for more information about these on-campus counseling hours around campus. They can also check with their R2 or the Office of Student Life for more information. A clinician from Colony Care may also be available to facilitate time-limited discussions for groups of students around a range of quality of life issues (e.g., college adjustment, social relationships, identity development, eating concerns). If a student is interested, or knows of a group of students who might be interested, he or she can contact Assistant Dean of Student Life Alison Black to explore possibilities. Whatever option the student chooses, his or her communications with mental health providers will remain entirely confidential within the boundaries of state law. They will not be shared with College officials unless he or she explicitly requests that they be. Olin College will pay for mental health services as described above during the academic year and bills to the College will not include personally identifiable information.
Transportation Students unable to arrange their own transportation may use Wellesley Transportation by calling 781-235-2200. Olin covers this cost; he or she needs only to sign a receipt given by the cab driver at the time. * Of course, students always have the option to utilize private insurance to access mental health services independently. Check with your provider for information about coverage terms and conditions.
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Islamic Prayer Please contact Amir Reza Advisor to the Babson Islamic Organization (a student organization) 781-239-4002 areza@babson.edu
RELIGIOUS SERVICES
For more information please visit our website at www.babson.edu/chapel for daily services, programs and events.
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Religious Services and Organizations On-campus Babson’s Glavin Family Chapel is an interdenominational house of worship. The Glavin Chapel provides programs and opportunities to foster personal growth, support community spirit and encourage spiritual development. Multi-faith programs include regular worship services in a variety of religious traditions, multi-faith dinners, yoga instruction, meditation sittings, liturgical and musical events, seasonal celebrations, and educational seminars. The multi-faith staff is available to all members of the Babson and Olin community.
Protestant Praise and Worship Please contact Chanta Bhan Protestant Chaplain/Advisor Glavin Family Chapel mbhan@babson.edu
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Catholic Services Sunday 7:00 p.m. Or please contact Fr. Peter Gojuk Religious Advisor to the Catholic Community pgojuk@aol.com
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Shabbat Services Please contact Patti Sheinman Wellesley College Hillel Director Associate Director, Hillel Council of New England 106 Central St., Wellesley, MA 02481 781-283-2687
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Carter Memorial United Methodist Church 800 Highland Ave. 02494 781-444-2460 (call for rides) www.carterumc.org
The Rev. Gary L. Shaw pastor@carterumc.org Sunday 10:15 a.m.
Christ Episcopal Church 1132 Highland Ave. 02492 781-444-1469 www.ccneedham.org
The Rev. Robert “Skip” Windsor Sunday 8:15 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. Wednesday 12:00 p.m.
Congregational Church (UCC) 1154 Great Plain Ave. 02492 781-444-2510 www.needhamucc.org
The Rev. Susan Cartmell revsusan@needhamucc.org Sunday 10:00 a.m.
Congregation Ruach Israel 754 Greendale Ave. 02492 781-449-6264 www.ruachisrael.org
Rabbi Dr. Richard C. Nichol rnichol@ruachisrael.org Saturday 10:00 a.m. First Friday of each month 6:30 p.m.
First Baptist Church 858 Great Plain Ave. 02492 781-400-5867 www.fbcneedham.org
The Rev. Debora Jackson, Pastor pastor@fbcneedham.org Sunday Worship Service 10:00 a.m. 1stbabstistchurchneedham@comcast.net
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First Church of Christ Scientist 870 Great Plain Ave. 02492 781-444-2877 Reading Room at 266 Chestnut St. 02492 781-444-2856
Mr. Paul Gardner 781-449-5678 phgardner@comcast.net Sunday 10:30 a.m. and Wednesday 8:00 p.m.
First Parish Unitarian Universalist 23 Dedham Ave. 02492 781-444-0823 www.uuneedham.org
The Rev. John Buehrens revbuehrens@uuneedham.org Sunday 10:30 a.m. and Needham Lyceum Sunday 9:15 a.m. office@uuneedham.org
Good Shepherd Christian Fellowship 754 Greendale Ave. 02492 781-444-0321 www.gscfweb.org
The Rev. Darrell Minnich darrell@gis.net Sunday 9:30 a.m. Midweek bible study (date/time varies)
Grace Lutheran Church 543 Greendale Ave. 02492 781-444-3315 www.graceneedham.org
The Rev. Jennifer Hitt jhitt@graceneedham.org Sunday 9:30 a.m.
Needham Presbyterian Church 1458 Great Plain Ave. 02492 781-444-3728 www.needhampresbyterian.org
The Rev. Elliott Hipp EHipp@NeedhamPresbyterian.org Sunday 11:00 a.m.
St. Bartholomew Roman Catholic Parish 1180 Greendale Ave. 02492 781-444-3434 stbartholomew@comcast.net www.stbartholomew-needham.org
The Rev. Phillip E. McGaugh Sunday 8:00 a.m., 9:45 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Saturday 4:00 p.m. Monday–Saturday 9:00 a.m.
St. Joseph Roman Catholic Parish 1360 Highland Ave. 02492 781-444-0245 www.saintjoesparish.com
The Rev. Michael Lawlor Sunday 8:00 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 11:00 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Saturday 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday–Friday 6:50 a.m. and 9:00 a.m.
Temple Aliyah 1664 Central Ave. 02492 781-444-8522 www.templealiyah.com
Rabbi Carl Perkins rabbiperkins@templealiyah.com Shabbat Service: Saturday 9:15 a.m. Minyan Service: Monday–Thursday 7:30 p.m., Monday 6:45 a.m. and Sunday 9:00 a.m.
Temple Beth Shalom 670 Highland Ave. 02494 781-444-0077 www.tbsneedham.org
Rabbi Jay Perlman jperlman@tbsneedham.org Friday 7:45 p.m. and Saturday 9:00 a.m. Minyan Service: Monday and Thursday 7:00 a.m. Schedule has monthly variations; call for current information.
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Directions to Campus by Car From the East or West Take the Massachusetts Turnpike (I-90) to Interstate 95/Rt. 128, Exit 15 (if coming from east) or Exit 14 (if coming from west). After the tolls, follow the signs for Rt. 95/128 South. Then follow “From the North or South” directions below. From the North or South Take Rt. 95/128 to Exit 19B (Highland Ave., Needham). Follow Highland Ave. to three-way intersection with Chapel and May Sts.; bear slight right onto Chapel St. Take a right at the next intersection onto Great Plain Ave./Rt. 135. Then follow “From Great Plain Ave.” directions below. From Great Plain Ave. Proceed on Great Plain Ave. for 1.5 miles. Olin’s campus will be on the right. Enter the campus at “Olin Way” and proceed about a quarter mile to an intersection. Proceed left to the main parking lot. Most administrative offices, including the Admission office and the President’s office, are in Milas Hall, off the main lot. Handicap parking is available.
Rental Cars • Avis — toll free: 800-331-1212, or 617-561-3500 Boston Logan Int’l Airport, 202 Porter St., Boston 781-329-1429 55 Ariadne Rd., (junction I-95 & Rt. 1A) Dedham • Budget — toll free: 800-527-0700 Boston Logan Int’l Airport, 20 Tomahawk Dr., Boston • Dollar — toll free: 800-800-3665, or 617-634-0006 Boston Logan Int’l Airport, 230 Porter St., Boston • Enterprise — toll free: 800-261-7331, or 617-5614488 Boston Logan Int’l Airport, 220 McClellan Highway, Boston 781-433-7440 27 Wexford St., Needham • Hertz — toll free: 800-654-3131, or 617-569-7272 Boston Logan Int’l Airport, 207 Porter St., Boston 617-244-0801 At the Newton Marriott Hotel 2345 Commonwealth Ave., Newton 781-320-0157 290 Bridge St. (Rt. 109), Dedham • National — toll free: 800-227-7368, or 617-569-7070 Boston Logan Int’l Airport, Tomahawk Dr., Boston Note: For all Logan rentals you will take a short shuttle bus ride from your terminal to your rental pick up office.
PA R E N T H A N D B O O K 2 0 1 0 – 1 1 and plan 25-40 minutes to get to Boston from Olin (see the commuter rail schedule for details). For commuter rail fares, maps and schedules visit: http://www.mbta.com/schedules_and_maps/rail
Commuter Rail Olin College is accessible by commuter rail from Boston on the Needham Line and the Framingham/Worcester Line. Both lines originate at Boston’s South Station, and may also be boarded at Boston’s Back Bay Station. The two closest commuter rail stops to Olin College are Needham Center and Wellesley Hills respectively. Bring change for parking
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Zip Cars Zip Car has cars on the Wellesley College and Babson College campuses. These cars are conveniently located nearby Olin and are available for use by Olin community members that are over 18 years old with a valid state driver’s license. For more information visit: www.zipcar.com
Olin Van The Olin Van is available for official College business and may be used by CORe-recognized student organizations. Certified drivers should reserve the Olin Van in advance through Campus Services. No overnight use is allowed. Due to insurance limitations, the van may not be used for “taxi” or “shuttle” service for personal needs. To become a certified driver please visit the Campus Services website at: http://campusservices.olin.edu/ and click on Transportation and then Olin Van.
Wellesley—Olin—Babson Shuttle Olin College, Wellesley College and Babson College jointly fund a shuttle service to aid cross-registered students. The first run begins at the Wellesley Campus Center at 7:40 a.m., arrives at the Wellesley Chapel at 7:42, arrives at Olin’s East Hall at 7:52, arrives at the Babson Campus Center at 7:55, arrives at the Wellesley Chapel again at 8:05, and returns to the Wellesley Campus Center at 8:07. The next run begins at 8:10 and follows the same 27 minute schedule. There is a lunch break in the schedule from 12:07 to 12:40 p.m. The last run of the day returns to the Wellesley Campus Center at 6:37 p.m. An Olin, Wellesley or Babson ID card is required.
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Airports Logan International Airport (BOS) With service to all the major airlines, and relative ease of access, Boston’s Logan International Airport is the choice for the majority of Olin students. Logan is approximately 30 minutes from campus during non-rush hour times. Logan is accessible using the commuter rail, the subway and shuttle services. For more information about shuttle schedules and fares visit: http://www.massport.com/logan/getti_typeo_logan.html
Manchester Airport (MHT) Manchester-Boston Regional Airport is located in Manchester, New Hampshire — approximately one hour from Olin, depending on traffic. It is located just off of I-93. For more information visit: http://www.flymanchester.com
TF Green Airport (PVD) Some students prefer to use Rhode Island’s Theodore Francis Green Airport as an often thriftier alternative to Logan. It is located approximately an hour from Olin near Providence, RI. Take I-95 south into Rhode Island, through Providence, and then follow the signs for the airport; Exit 13. For more information visit: http://www.pvdairport.com
Hanscom Field (BED) Hanscom Field is serviced by Boston-Maine Airways and Linear Air, and is located off of I-95/Rt. 128 in Bedford, MA, about 20 miles northwest of Boston and about 30 minutes from Olin. For more information visit: http://www.massport.com/hansc
Buses Greyhound and Peter Pan
Trains Amtrak’s Northeast Direct Service stops at Rt. 128 Station (RTE) in Westwood, about six miles from Needham. From there, you can take a taxi to Olin College. Amtrak continues on to Boston’s South Station, where commuter rail service is available (see previous pages). Amtrak offers service to major cites all over the northeast, including Providence, New York, Portland, Philadelphia and Washington, D.C. Trains from Boston even go as far as Chicago, with no transfers. For more information visit: http://www.amtrak.com
Greyhound and Peter Pan at South Station is the primary hub for buses (and trains) in the area. Both Greyhound and Peter Pan Bus Lines have terminals there. Additionally, both have terminals at Riverside Station, on the Green Line in Newton, and at the Framingham Airport Express Terminal. Greyhound has terminals located in nearly every major city in the United States, and parts of Canada. Peter Pan serves the northeast. For more information visit: http://www.greyhound.com http://www.peterpanbus.com
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The following is a listing of taxi companies that serve the Olin community. Students may use Wellesley Transportation (781-235-2200) at no cost for health care appointments; you need only to sign a receipt given to you by the cab driver at the time. All companies recommend that reservations be made for service to local airports as early as possible (particularly for service during peak holiday travel times) but no later than 24 hours prior to the desired departure time. Olin College to/from Logan Airport (BOS): • J&J Sedan Service: 617-834-0078 24 hour service • Veteran’s Taxi: 781-449-8294 • Wellesley Carriage: 508-653-5027 • Wellesley Transportation: 781-235-2200 • Yellow Cab: 617-332-7700 • JFK Taxi: 508-653-4500 Available 6:30 a.m.–9:00 p.m. • Tommy’s Taxi: 508-872-3500 Available 5:00 a.m.– 1:00 a.m. (2:00 a.m. on Friday and Saturday) Olin College to/from Manchester Airport (MHT): • The New England Shuttle Inc.: 603-289-2523 • Danielle’s Sedan Service: 888-624-7735 • Upper Valley Taxi: 603-234-2043 Olin College to/from TF Green Airport (PVD): • Airport Taxi RI: 401-737-2868 • Veteran’s Livery: 781-843-6000 • J&J Sedan Service: 617-834-0078 24 hour service
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PA R E N T H A N D B O O K 2 0 1 0 – 1 1 20 Not Your Average Joe’s Restaurant – 109 Chapel St. 21 Sweet Basil Restaurant, Abbott’s Frozen Custard – 942 Great Plain Ave. 22 Sovereign Bank – 965 Great Plain Ave. 23 Spasso Café and Gelateria – 1492 Highland Ave. 24 Needham Florist & Balloons, Comella’s Homemade Italian Foods– 1091 Great Plain Ave. 25 Scorby’s Camera – 1029 Great Plain Ave. 26 Pomodoro’s Restaurant – 1019 Great Plain Ave. 27 Bagel’s Best – 113 Chapel St. 28 Citizens Bank, Finagle a Bagel, Trader Joe’s, CVS – 958 Highland Ave. 29 T-Mobile, Verizon – 120 Highland Ave. 30 Citizens Bank – 133 Chapel St. 31 Sheraton Needham – 100 Cabot St. 32 Fuji Steak House – 1430 Highland Ave. 33 Needham Library – 1139 Highland Ave. 34 Beth Israel Deaconess Family Medicine Center – 464 Hillside Ave. 35 Fedex/Kinko’s – 25 Chapel St. 36 UPS Store – 946 Great Plain Ave. 37 Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital/Needham Campus – 148 Chestnut St. 38 Panera Bread, Verizon Wireless – 120 Highland Ave. 39 Volante Farm – 829 Central Ave.
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Post Office – 844 Highland Ave. The Center Cafe, The Rice Barn – 1037 Great Plain Ave. Roche Bros. (grocery) – 1177 Highland Ave. Harvey’s Hardware, Joel’s (candies and gifts) – 1004 Great Plain Ave. Masala Art Restaurant, CVS – 990 Great Plain Ave. Needham Town Hall – 471 Highland Ave. Walgreen’s Pharmacy – 1478 Highland Ave. Bank of America – 1455 Highland Ave. Anton’s Cleaners – 1433 Highland Ave. Lewando’s Cleaners – 53 Chapel St. Sudbury Farms Grocery, Pacini’s – 1177 Highland Ave. 7-Eleven (24 hours) – 845 Highland Ave. Staples – 163 Highland Ave. EMS, EZ Storage, T-Mobile – 300 Needham St., Newton AAA (American Automobile Assc.), Marshall’s, CVS, Radio Shack – 241 Needham St., Newton Filene’s Basement – 215 Needham St., Newton Old Time Garage – 1584 Great Plain Ave. Bertucci’s Restaurant, Supercuts, Wild Willy’s, – 1257 Highland Ave. Stone Hearth Pizza, Village Fish – 974 Great Plain Ave.
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Appendices Please reference the Student Handbook for current student policies and information on the following: • Massachusetts Act Prohibiting the Practice of Hazing, Chapter 269 of the General Laws • Privacy Policies: Student Notification of Rights and Statement of Intent to Release Directory Information, Library, and Assessment • Services Available to Victims of Rape, Acquaintance Rape, and Other Sex Offenses • Drug Free School and Communities • Information Technology Policies and Procedures • Library Policies • Voter Registration • Use of Non-Residence Hall College Facilities • Other Policies
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Olin College Core Institutional Values Quality and Continuous Improvement: Olin College will strive for quality in all that it does. It will also strive for continuous improvement in all areas, and will measure its progress with appropriate national standards. Student Learning and Development: Olin College is a student-centered institution. It will strive to provide educational experiences of exceptional quality and a student life environment that provides for healthy personal development. Institutional Integrity and Community: Olin College will strive to develop long-term relationships based on honesty, fairness, and respect. It will further strive to provide a safe environment that supports freedom of inquiry, acceptance of diversity, and a sense of well being. Institutional Agility and Entrepreneurism: Olin College will strive to minimize bureaucracy, cost, and institutional inertia in all forms. It will further strive to accept appropriate risks in pursuit of opportunity. Stewardship and Service: Olin College will strive to provide responsible stewardship of its resources while encouraging a spirit of service to society.
Olin College Core Personal Values Integrity: Complete honesty is expected from everyone in every situation. Even the appearance of a conflict of interest will be avoided. Successful long-term relationships depend on trust and open communication. Respect for Others: Each person is treated with respect and dignity in all situations. Criticize only ideas — not people, and share responsibility. There is no room for abusive language or arrogance in relationships with others. Passion for the Welfare of the College: As exemplified by the Trustees, each person will passionately pursue the overall interests of the College, while maintaining fairness to all individuals in all transactions. Personal advancement at the expense of others is discouraged and cooperation is expected. Patience and Understanding: Each person will listen constructively, keep an open mind, and take the time to understand with empathy before reaching a conclusion. Effective teamwork depends on the confidence that others care and are willing to take the time to listen. Openness to Change: Continuous improvement requires openness to change, even though this usually causes inconvenience, inefficiency, and risk of failure. Olin College will constantly strive to innovate and improve in every area.
Appendix B Articulation with Babson College, Wellesley College, and Brandeis University Student Judicial Systems Olin College has agreed with Babson College and Brandeis University to enforce their respective conduct standards when their students participate in academic, Co-Curricular, and extracurricular pursuits on the neighboring (host) campuses. The Olin College honor system will hear cases in which Olin students are accused of violating a host campus’s standards, using the host’s policies and definitions but Olin disciplinary procedures. Similarly, the Babson and Brandeis judicial systems will hear cases in which their students are accused of violating Olin standards, using Olin policies and definitions but their own judicial procedures. When on each other’s campuses, Olin and Wellesley students will be subject to the host campus’s standards of conduct. The host campus’s disciplinary process will be used when an Olin or Wellesley student violates the host’s standards. Olin students taking classes or participating in activities on other campuses should familiarize themselves with the host’s student disciplinary system and standards of conduct.
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Residence Halls and Related Policies All students are required to live on campus. Exceptions may be approved by the Dean of Student Life due to a personal circumstance (e.g., married students). Policies governing behavior within the residence halls are based on the principle that the exercise of one person’s rights must not infringe upon the exercise of another’s rights in the ordinary course of daily living. Each student is expected to behave in a manner that respects and considers the rights of others in the College community. Alcohol and Other Drugs: No student under the legal drinking age is allowed to possess or consume alcoholic beverages in College residence halls or on College property. For students who are 21 years of age or older, possession and consumption of alcoholic beverages is limited to the student’s individual room or to authorized events in public areas. In any case, large quantities of alcoholic beverages (e.g., kegs, cases of liquor) are not permitted in residence halls. The on-campus possession, use, sale or distribution of illegal narcotics, stimulants, depressants, hallucinogens, or marijuana or its derivatives is prohibited. Possession of drug paraphernalia is prohibited. Misuse of prescription drugs is also prohibited. All new students receive certified training about appropriate responses to alcohol-related emergencies. Alcohol education programs and alcohol counseling are available throughout the academic year. Cooking Equipment: For reasons of safety, other than the microwave provided by the College, cooking equipment of any other kind is not allowed in individual student rooms. This includes hot plates, toaster ovens, hot pots, immersion heaters, fry pans, etc. Copyrighted Media: In compliance with copyright laws, video cassettes and DVDs intended for home/private use may be shown in public areas within the residence halls only if no admission is charged, no advertising is associated with the viewing, and no College funds are used to rent or purchase the videotape. Damage: Damage to property in a College residence hall is the responsibility of the residents. Each student is responsible for any damages caused by her/himself and his or her guests. When damage can be attributed to the responsible person(s), the cost of repair or replacement is billed to the individual(s) involved. When damage occurs in a student’s room or corridor but cannot be attributed to a specific individual, the costs are billed in equal parts to all residents of that area. Each student must complete and return to the Assistant Dean of Student Life for Programs a Room Assessment Form at the beginning of the year to avoid being assessed
unwarranted charges to the room or the entrance to the room. To avoid billing at the end of the year, all rooms and corridors must be left clean, neat, and in order. All pieces of furniture must be intact and in location. Doors: Outside and hallway doors are secured for the safety of residents and their belongings. Tampering with doors or locks to prevent them from closing securely is prohibited. The outside of a room door is considered part of the hallway or common area and, as such, subject to the posting regulations for residence halls as displayed in each residence hall. Emergency Reassignment of Housing: Pending final action on violation of College regulations, the Office of Student Life reserves the rights to reassign a student to another location or remove a student outright from College housing. The decision to reassign or remove a student shall be made by the Assistant Dean of Student Life for Programs after consultation with the Dean of Student Life. If a student is reassigned or removed outright, the relevant procedures of the student disciplinary system will be initiated within 10 class days after the reassignment/removal. Fire Drills: Periodic fire drills may be conducted in the residence halls during the academic year. When the alarm is sounded, all students must vacate the building. Students may not return until instructed to do so by a College official. Guests: Overnight guests are permitted in the residence halls, provided that consideration is given to the rights of all permanent occupants. In particular, roommates must give explicit approval. Any guest who remains within the residence hall for more than two consecutive days must be registered with the Assistant Dean of Student Life for Programs. Four days is the maximum length of time normally permitted for each guest. Special permission from the Assistant Dean of Student Life for Programs is required for guest stays of longer than four days. Residents assume responsibility for the actions of their guests. Guest Rooms: Students wishing to reserve a guest room for an overnight guest must contact the student head of OVAL or the Assistant Dean of Student Life for Programs to check on availability. If the guest will be staying for more than two consecutive days, the host student must also notify the Assistant Dean of Student Life for Programs (as per the policy on overnight guests). Because guest rooms are officially for Admission use, Admission guests take priority over all other guests. Reservations for non-Admission guests may be revoked at any time if a guest room is needed for Admission purposes. As the host, you are responsible for: • Providing bedding; • Making sure the room is left as clean as or cleaner than you found it (toilet paper and cleaning); • Reporting any damages to the person from whom you received the key; • Any costs associated with damage to the room, lost keys/prox cards, etc. Keys and prox cards must be returned to the person from
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66 whom you received them on the date of your guest’s departure. By accepting the key to the guest room you agree to the above rules and responsibilities. Keys: Cards for hall entrances and keys for rooms are distributed by the Campus Services staff. An entrance card provides access to all residence halls. If you lose your card or key, you must report the loss to Campus Services immediately. If it is your room key that is lost, your lock will be changed and you will receive a key for the new lock. There is a fee for each key that is lost. If it is only your entrance card that is lost, there is a replacement fee. Failure to return your key at the end of the year or upon departure from the campus will result in a charge even if the key is subsequently returned. Lock-outs: If you are locked out of your room, you may come to the Office of Student Life between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, and temporarily check out a key with proper identification. On holidays, weekends, and after 5:00 p.m. on weekdays, contact either the Resident Resource (R2) on duty or the Department of Public Safety. An R2 or Public Safety Officer may check your ID and let you in. Only R2s and Public Safety staff can let you in; custodians are instructed not to open locked doors for students. Non-college Furniture: In an effort to avoid the health and financial issues associated with a bedbug or other pest infestation, the College prohibits upholstered furniture from unaccountable places such as craigslist, town dumps and second-hand shops. New furniture and furniture of confirmed quality (e.g., from family or close friends) is acceptable. Students are expected to comply with this ban under the College’s core values and Honor Code. In addition, the often significant costs associated with addressing any such infestation will be billed to the student(s) responsible for bringing that piece of furniture into the residence halls. Pets: No pets are allowed on campus with the exception of fish. Policies and procedures regarding fish are available from the Office of Student Life. Peddling, Canvassing, and Soliciting: Students may not use or permit the use of their room for peddling or canvassing except as approved by the Office of Student Life. All peddlers must have written permission from the Office of Student Life. Soliciting in the buildings or on the grounds is prohibited. Resident Resources: The Resident Resource or R2’s primary responsibility is to demonstrate leadership and initiative in attending to the individual, personal, social and academic needs of students at Olin, including first-year students during their transition from high school to college. In addition, R2s act on a commitment to diversity and pluralism providing leadership within the residence halls to facilitate the development of community while fulfilling the responsibilities described below: • Serves as a role model by demonstrating concern and compassion for fellow students, an appreciation for academic pursuits, and a responsible and mature social life;
PA R E N T H A N D B O O K 2 0 1 0 – 1 1 • Provides emergency on-call coverage for Olin students; • Understands and respects confidentiality; • Makes referrals to the appropriate person or office, if the student problem appears too severe for R2s to handle effectively, especially with issues such as depression, suicide, eating disorders, etc.; • Supports and assists other R2s in evaluating or handling student issues; • Serves as a resource for the administration and faculty on matters pertaining to residence life; • Provides opportunities for social, cultural, and educational programs (e.g., study breaks, co-host events with clubs and organizations, community discussions); • Oversees the use of common spaces (team rooms, lounges) and organizes cleaning activities as needed; • Serves as first-year student Orientation program staff; • Supports fellow R2s and respects the unique challenge of being a R2 on a college campus; • Facilitates the resolution of conflicts and problems when they arise in the residence halls. 2010–11 R2s: Kate Dramstad Tess Edmonds Michael Heyns Chris Marra Nick Monje Thomas Pandolfo Andy Pethan Elizabeth Poindexter Sam Yang Exchange Student Resource: Sarah Waskom
Right of Entry: The College reserves the right to inspect rooms and perform maintenance at reasonable times, and to enter rooms/suites at any time in case of emergency, in response to a complaint of a disturbance, or when there is reason to believe that a violation of College policy is occurring within the room/suite. E-mail notice will be provided to students at least 24-hours in advance of non-emergency inspections. Residents are not permitted to change or add private locks or security devices to their rooms/suites or to any part of the building. College personnel are not to enter a room/suite without knocking and, if asked, should identify themselves and their reason(s) for entering the room/suite. Room Alterations: Any physical alterations to a student’s room without permission from the Office of Student Life are strictly prohibited. Student Life will consult the Director of Campus Services before permission is granted.
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• Extension cords (use multiple UL power strips instead); • Tampering with electrical or lighting fixtures; • Open and enclosed flames (other than the gas fireplaces in each lounge); • Storage or use of flammable fluids that present a fire hazard; • Ceiling hangings or furniture that obstruct fire or smoke detectors; • Items attached to or hanging from windows; • Decorations that present a fire hazard; • Access to roofs; • Refrigerators not provided by the College and other major kitchen appliances; • Water beds, hot tubs, and jacuzzis; • Installation of outside antennae or other exterior devices;
Social Gatherings and Parties: The Office of Student Life encourages social gatherings within the residence halls. Parties or events with alcoholic beverages must be registered with the Assistant Dean of Student Life for Programs. Large gatherings may require staff and/or Public Safety officer coverage at a cost to the event sponsor(s). College staff members may enter to inspect an event at any time. Event sponsors are responsible for assuring that guests adhere to College policies.
• Throwing items from windows, stairwells, etc.;
Storage of Items: Bicycles, motorbikes, furniture, or other items may not be stored in corridors, stairwells, or entryways. The College strongly recommends that all valuable belongings be taken home for intersession and summer vacations. Limited storage is available through the Office of Student Life. Personal items in storage must be clearly labeled and stored in plastic bins, suitcases, or boxes that are in good condition. Personal items may be stored in designated areas, such as class penthouses. Private storage facilities are also available in the Needham area.
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Limited bicycle storage is also available in designated bicycle storage areas. Liquids and hazardous materials may not be kept in storage areas at any time. Unclaimed items in storage will be removed and donated to charitable organizations at the end of the spring semester. The College insures only its own property against loss. It does not insure against nor reimburse against the loss, from any cause, of student property including student laptops. It is strongly suggested that students who possess property of value insure against loss through their own insurance company. Strictly Prohibited: The following are prohibited in College residence halls: • Overloading of electrical outlets; • Torchiere-style halogen lamps that use tubular halogen bulbs;
• Relocation of lounge furniture to individual student rooms; • Pets (fish are the only exception); • Smoking; • The use of power tools (electric saws, sanders, drills, routers, etc.); and
Appendix D Policy on Equal Opportunity In accordance with its own values and with federal and state regulations, Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, sex, gender identity, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation, disabled veteran status, veteran of the Vietnam Era status, marital or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). This nondiscrimination policy encompasses the operation of the College’s educational programs and activities including admission policies, scholarship program, athletic and other College-administered programs. It also encompasses the employment of College personnel and contracting by the College for goods and services. The College is committed to taking affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified women and members of minority groups identified in state and federal Affirmative Action laws and executive orders, persons with disabilities (including qualified special disabled veterans), and veterans of the Vietnam Era. Further, the College pledges to provide
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68 all members of its community with a work and academic environment free of intimidation, coercion, unfair treatment or discrimination. The College seeks to create and maintain an environment that is free from inappropriate discrimination including harassment. The College’s policy of nondiscrimination is consistent with Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Executive Order 11246, the Equal Pay Act, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Section 402 of the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, the relevant Governor’s Executive Orders, and Chapter 151B of the Massachusetts General Laws. If any member of the College community feels that they have been discriminated against by a student, she or he should contact the Office of Student Life at 781-292-2326 to discuss possible referral of the matter to the Honor Board. If any member of the College community feels that they have been discriminated against by an employee, she or he should contact the Manager of Human Resources at 781-292-2429 to discuss investigation of the matter.
Appendix E Parking Any student who operates or parks a motor vehicle on the property of Olin College must obtain a parking permit within 24 hours of bringing the vehicle to campus. Permits are available Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Campus Services Office Suite 332 in the Campus Center, x2313 or 781-292-2313. During non-business hours, (weekdays 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m., weekends, and holidays), temporary and overnight permits are issued by the Public Safety dispatcher at Babson College. Further information may be obtained by calling x5555 or 781-239-5555. Students may only park in designated student parking areas and may not park more than one car on campus at a time. The designated student parking areas are parking lot A, tiers 4, 5 and 6 as well as parking lot B-2 (East Drive). At various times, students may need to park in close proximity to their residence to load or unload personal belongings. At such times, the vehicle operator should park so as not to block any building entrances or fire lanes. The vehicle hazard lights should also be activated. Vehicles parked in excess of 20 minutes are subject to ticketing and towing. If access through gates is required, please call x5555 or 781-239-5555. The College has designated the Oval in the middle of campus as a pedestrian mall. All but emergency vehicles are
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The following are questions that parents often have with relation to the Olin experience. In addition, many questions that parents have can be answered by reviewing the Student Handbook, Course Catalog, Olin Prospectus, Packing 101 (mailed to incoming students in mid-June) or other resources provided on the Parent website.
Safety, Health and Well-being of the Student:
Please refer to the Academics: Academic Advising section of the Course Catalog or the Student Handbook for additional information about academics at Olin. If you have any further questions about Academic Advising, please contact Alison Black, Assistant Dean of Student Life for Advising at 781292-2327 or alison.black@olin.edu. 3. Under what circumstances will the Office of Student Life contact parents? If a student’s academic performance falls below the standards published in the Academics: Student Academic Performance section of the Student Handbook and Course Catalog, the Committee on Student Academic Performance may place that student on academic probation. Parents receive a copy of the letter notifying the student of this status. Students who remain on academic probation for two
5. How safe is Olin? As indicated in Olin’s excellent Campus Security statistics, which you can reference on the Olin College web site at http://campusservices.olin.edu/PublicSafety.html under quick link, Campus Security Info., Olin is a very safe environment. In the event of an emergency, a meeting of the College Crisis Management Team is held to determine the most appropriate course of action. The Department of Public Safety for Babson and Olin Colleges provides law enforcement and oversees emergency medical responses, medical escort services, fire safety and detection, crime prevention, escorts and parking enforcement. 6. What is Olin’s policy on alcohol and other drugs? As previously mentioned in Appendix C of this Handbook, “no student under the legal drinking age is allowed to possess or consume alcoholic beverages in College residence halls or on College property. For students who are 21 years of age or older, possession and consumption of alcoholic beverages is limited to the student’s individual room or to authorized events in public areas. In any case, large quantities (e.g., kegs, cases of liquor) of alcoholic beverages are not permitted in residence halls. The on-campus possession, use, sale or distribution of illegal narcotics, stimulants, depressants, hallucinogens, or marijuana or its derivatives is prohibited. Possession of drug paraphernalia is prohibited. Misuse of prescription drugs is also prohibited.” In order to increase awareness in the Olin community regarding social standards and alcohol, Olin offers TIPS class (Training Intervention Procedures). All are encouraged to “do something” and talk with students about this issue.
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2. What help will my student receive from his or her adviser? As discussed under Academics: Academic Advising section of the Course Catalog and Student Handbook, “Coursework and advising are different aspects of the same process — developing a well-educated person. Olin College views advising as a central role of our faculty. Students’ relationships with their advisers are among the most important ones they will establish here and can have a significant impact on their Olin education. The advising system includes, but is not limited to: individual advising, advising families, extended advising families, the Sibbs program, career development and course planning.”
4. Where can I learn more about the Olin Honor Code? Please refer to the Honor Code section in this Handbook or the Student Handbook or visit: http://www.olin.edu/student_life/honor_code.aspx
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1. Who do I contact in case of an emergency? In case of an emergency, please contact Public Safety at 781-239-5555. They will best direct your call and can contact the Dean on call if it is after business hours when both the College and Health Services are closed. For general crisis announcements: students, employees and parents should check one or more of three sources: (1) e-mail, (2) the College website, and/or (3) the emergency announcement number, 781-292-2699, which is also used for weather announcements. Please note the main College number, 781-292-2300 is only answered by an operator during business hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., until 3:00 p.m. in the summer on Fridays.
semesters are subject to withdrawal; of course, parents would be notified here as well. Dean Rod Crafts may call parents in the event of a serious disciplinary issue, major physical injury involving a trip to a hospital emergency room or mental health crisis. As he has explained during Admission Open House and Candidates’ Weekends parent information sessions, the College acknowledges the importance of the college years as a transition from direct support of the family — through increasing independence — to life on one’s own with less-direct support from the family. We try to respect the students’ efforts to demonstrate their ability to handle this independence. However, there are times when serious disciplinary or mental or physical health issues arise and Dean Crafts must decide if parental notification is appropriate.
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70 Residence Halls: 7. Why do the residence halls open at 5:00 p.m. on a Tuesday for returning students? Classes do not start until Thursday, so returning students have Tuesday evening and all of Wednesday to move in. In other words, returning students are not required or even expected to be on campus Tuesday evening. For the first two years of Olin’s existence, we did not permitreturning students to arrive before 9 a.m. on Wednesday. We extended it to 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday (39 hours before classes begin) to accommodate west coast students (including those coming from Hawaii) who were arriving on late flights and would otherwise have been jet-lagged for classes on Thursday morning. Our primary goal is to prevent returning students from disrupting the Orientation program for first-year students. Given a chance to reflect on this goal, nearly every upperclass student realizes how important it was for them to have a few days of privacy as a class before returning students arrived. Each year, despite promises from upper-class students, we hear comments from first-year students that the upper-class students pushed them to attend off-campus parties and skip important Orientation events. In past years, this phenomenon has resulted in emergency room visits. An equally important goal is to give our facilities staff time to get the buildings ready. The custodians and trades personnel work very hard to make students' lives as pleasant as possible and to maintain our beautiful facilities. We ask returning students to show these staff members the respect they deserve by staying out of the residence halls until Tuesday evening at the earliest. While most returning students arrive by themselves, some feel they cannot move back to Olin without help from parents who have job responsibilities on weekdays. In these cases, we recommend that the student arrive by her/himself using public transportation with one suitcase for the first few days of the semester; then the parents come during the next weekend with the remainder of the student's belongings. Of course, students can ship nearly all of their belongings and find them in their rooms when they arrive. . 8. Can parents stay in the residence halls? Yes, a parent can stay in their student’s room as long as they have the permission of the roommate. Parents are considered guests. See Appendix C, page 65 for the policy on guests. 9. When are the Olin residence halls closed to students? Please refer to Olin’s academic calendar for residence hall schedules. The most current version is available on the Student Life, Parent and main pages of the Olin website. The residence halls are closed for winter break between semesters. During the summer, the residence halls are closed for two weeks following spring semester and for two weeks before the start of the new academic year.
PA R E N T H A N D B O O K 2 0 1 0 – 1 1 10. Are there any times that the residence halls will be open but the Dining Hall is closed? Is there an alternative location to use the Olin student Meal Plan when the Dining Hall is closed? How can students obtain and prepare meals when the Dining Hall is closed? The residence halls are open during Thanksgiving and Spring breaks but the Dining Hall is closed during these times. When the Dining Hall is closed, students may purchase food at a local grocery store and prepare meals using the kitchen area in the residence halls or the microwave in their room. Although Babson’s Trim Dining Hall is closed during these times as well, Babson’s Pandini’s and Reynold’s Campus Center dining facilities are open. Babson dining facilities are not part of Olin’s Meal Plan nor Olin Dollars. 11. Are there any end-of-semester tips that would help my student prepare for moving out? The Office of Student Life sends the students a list of departure notes including information on keys, housekeeping and damage, information technology, summer storage and parking, and more. All students must vacate the dorms by 5:00 p.m. on the Monday following Commencement (see academic calendar). Please plan accordingly, for Commencement is the weekend prior. The activity times can be found on the Commencement website (http://commencement.olin.edu/). Students are not allowed to move out during Commencement as this distracts from the ceremony.
Finances: 12. How and when are students billed for College costs? Fall 2010 bills were mailed to students’ permanent address on July 1, with a due date of August 2. Spring 2011 bills are sent to the students’ local (Olin) mailbox on November 1, with a due date of December 1, 2010. Late payments are subject to a $150 late fee on all billed expenses for that semester. For more billing information, reference the Academics: Student Accounts and Records (StAR) Center section of the Student Handbook or Course Catalog. For further information, contact the StAR Center at star.center@olin.edu or 781-292-2340. 13. What are “Olin Dollars”? Olin Dollars is a debit account service feature of the Olin ID/OneCard that is separate from the student account. Students and their parents can deposit funds into their Olin Dollars debit account and use those funds for laundry services, vending machines, Mailroom services, Olin Gear and off-campus dining at some area restaurants. These Dollars may be purchased by credit card online at http://onecard.olin.edu or by check at the StAR Center or at the Dining Service office. The minimum amount to start an account is $10.00. No fees or service charges are debited from your account. Guests/parents can add funds to any community member’s OneCard using three simple pieces of information. This feature is currently available to all upperclass students and it will be available to incoming first year
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Olin College’s three degree programs — Electrical and Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering and Engineering — are accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, Inc., the recognized accreditor of college and university programs in applied science, computing, engineering and technology. For further information, visit: www.abet.org. Additional information about Olin’s accreditation status and links to information about the accrediting institutes and their standards are available on the Olin website: http://www.olin.edu/academics/accreditation.aspx
15. What happens when my student’s account is overpaid? Students who have an overpaid account due to financial aid or loan proceeds will be issued a refund within 14 days after the semester begins or 14 days from receipt of the funds within a semester.
Academic Performance and Programs: 16. Will I receive a copy of my student’s grades at the end of each semester? No, students’ grades are not sent directly to the parents. Grades are accessible to students through an online system. No paper grade reports are issued. Olin encourages parents to discuss this topic with their daughter/son before the student departs for Olin. This issue of access to grades is one of several Dean Rod Crafts has identified as “kitchen table topics” — meaning items that should be discussed around the kitchen table before the student arrives at Olin as mentioned in the Student Life presentation during Admission Open House and Candidates’ Weekends. Your daughter/son will be given access to the online system during Orientation. After that, she/he can show you how to access the system. For more information, reference the Academics: Grading at Olin section of the Student Handbook or Course Catalog. See question #3 for parent communication when a student’s academic performance falls below standards. 17. What is Olin’s accreditation status? Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Inc., through its Commission on Institutions of Higher Education. Inquiries regarding the accreditation status by the New England Association should be directed to the administrative
18. What are the program objectives for each of the majors offered at Olin? Olin College offers three engineering majors — Electrical and Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering and Engineering with concentrations in BioEngineering, Computing, Materials Science and Systems. A condensed version of the Program Educational Objectives (PEOs) is: Objective I: Our graduates will be able to make a positive difference within their profession and their community. Objective II: Our graduates will demonstrate technical competence in their engineering specialty and will demonstrate creative problem-solving skills that foster success in a variety of postgraduate environments, including professional practice and graduate school. Objective III: Our graduates will be prepared for, and capable of appropriate response to, social, technical and global changes throughout their careers. For the full text of the PEOs for each of our programs, please reference the Course Catalog or the Majors section of the Curriculum page on the Olin website: http://www.olin.edu/academics/curriculum.aspx
Staying Connected: 19. What is the best way to mail a package to my daughter/son at Olin? Is there campus mail during Spring Break? Large shipments including UPS and FedEx go to Shipping/ Receiving (781-292-2271) who then delivers it to the necessary person/department as specified on the package. If the person specified on the package is a student, the package is then brought to the Mailroom (781-292-2230 or mailservices@olin.edu). A notice is placed in the student’s mailbox informing her/him that there is a package to be picked up. Yes, Mail Services is operational during Spring Break.
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14. May my student pay for a guest meal using his or her Olin Dollars? May the guest pay cash at the Dining Hall? What may Olin Dollars be used for? Olin Dollars may be used to purchase meals for guests at the Olin Dining Hall. Parents can be considered guests. Preferred guests, including parents, may pay cash at the Olin Dining Hall and at Babson’s dining facilities. Olin Dollars may also be used to purchase food delivered by a local Domino’s Pizza. Olin Dollars cannot be used for food purchases at the Babson campus. Students can go the Babson OneCard office to put additional money on their card for Babson dining. Please refer to the Dining and Lodging section of this Parent Handbook or the Student Handbook for more details on dining.
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staff of the institution. Individuals may also contact: Commission on Institutions of Higher Education New England Association of Schools and Colleges 209 Burlington Rd. Bedford, MA 01730-1433 781-271-0022 cihe@neasc.org
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students by August 1. To access the Guest Deposit feature go to https://onecard.olin.edu and enter the following required data: • First Name • Last Name • Olin email address (example: firstname.lastname@students.olin.edu)
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72 20. My daughter/son will be celebrating a birthday at Olin. How do I have a cake/flowers/balloons/care package delivered? Deliveries which are arranged through external services and are perishable should be sent to the Mailroom of the Campus Center with the student’s name on it. The Mailroom will then contact the student via phone, email, etc. to pick up his or her delivery. For further inquiries or arrangements you may contact the Mailroom (781-292-2230 or mailservices@olin.edu). Also, celebration services are offered through Dining Services (781-292-2361). Choices and a printable order form may be found on Olin’s website at http://www.olindining.com/html/surprise.html. You can order balloons, food, birthday cakes, etc. that will be presented to the student when they come for their meal that day. Note: the Mailroom is closed on Saturdays and Sundays.
Getting to Olin and Its Surroundings: 21. How do I locate the Olin Way address for Olin College using online or GPS mapping services? As Olin Way (without a number) is not yet recognized by all online and GPS maps, those preferring directions from such resources should use 1 or 1000 Olin Way as their destination address. This address will bring visitors to the main entrance of the College. However, note that directions to campus are on the Olin website: http://www.olin.edu/ campus/directions.aspx 22. Where can I find maps and information about shopping and local businesses in the Needham area? Please refer to the local area maps section in this Parent Handbook.
Internship, Research and Job Opportunities: 23. When should my student start looking for an internship, research opportunity or job? Advise your student to have a resume ready by fall career fair in early October, and to participate in at least two interviews by intersession. This will begin the process, and half the battle is getting that resume ready, pulling together the interview suit, and preparing for and making it through a couple of interviews. The rest is about acquiring new job leads and fine-tuning the process; a good spring activity! Note that companies or organizations that require security clearance — the federal government or companies doing work for the government — usually have deadlines in early October or November to ensure time for background checks. Deadlines vary when applying for research opportunities or graduate programs. They may be as early as November or as late as March. Your student should be searching for these opportunities upon their return to campus in September and make note of these upcoming deadlines. They should allow
PA R E N T H A N D B O O K 2 0 1 0 – 1 1 themselves plenty of time for preparing their applications, including multiple drafts of essays, and plenty of lead time for recommendations they are seeking from professors. The Office of Post Graduate Planning (PGP) will be distributing timelines to students each fall as to what they should have done, by when, and based on the year in school. Workshops and role-plays will be offered to help students through the processes described above. Our students still find great opportunities in the spring if they wait to start the process in January, but the early bird will have exposure to more of them. 24. Does the internship need to be engineering-related? It’s not as important for first-years as it is for students finishing sophomore year and up. Internships in the student’s field demonstrate to a future employer that they’re serious about their field and that the student has worked hard to acquire real world experience. However, at the end of the day, it’s also about building life experience.
How Parents May Help: 25. As an interested parent, how can I help and be involved in my child’s education? The Office of Family and Alumni Relations (FAR) recognizes and welcomes all Olin parents, past and present, as members of the “Olin family.” Olin parents are valuable resources that continue to play vital roles in creating Olin’s social and educational community. This partnership with parents has been helpful in developing and improving initiatives such as a Parent Handbook, Parent Recruitment Program (PRP), Parent Advisory Board (PAB), Family Weekend, Parent Orientation Reception and much more. The PAB is dedicated to providing a wide-range of opportunities for parents and alumni to stay connected and become involved. Please refer to the Olin website for opportunities to: • volunteer (http://www.olin.edu/Parents/volunteering.aspx) • provide financial support (http://www.olin.edu/about_olin/giving_to_olin.aspx). Contact any member of the PAB for additional information on how you may support Olin. Krissy Raposa, Director of Family and Alumni Relations (781-292-2264 or kristina.raposa@olin.edu) is also available to provide information on parent volunteering opportunities.
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ASME: American Society of Mechanical Engineers — a student chapter of the professional society at Olin Away Experience: Opportunity to learn “away” from Olin, i.e., study abroad
OFAC: Olin Fire Arts Club — a club that promotes the learning and performing of fire activities at Olin, including poi, staff and rope dart ODP: Olin Dance Project — dance lessons
BaBOW and BBW: Babson, Brandeis, Olin, Wellesley — the schools at which Olin students can take classes and join clubs; pronounced “B-BOW” as to not get confused with “Babo” which is the nickname for Olin and Babson’s Public Safety
OIE (Olin Introductory Experience): 1-credit course for freshmen in the fall
Building B: The unofficial name given to a potential second academic building on campus
OVAL: Olin Volunteer Ambassador League — tour hosts for the Office of Admission
CA: Course Assistant, also known as NINJA (see below)
PAB: Parent Advisory Board
CORe: Council of Olin Representatives — student government
Parcel B: The untamed wooded land with the rope swing
Do-learn/Learn-do: Project learning that requires students to seek and immediately apply new learning
POE: Principles of Engineering — a course focusing on analysis, design, simulation and optimization of real engineering systems
Expo: An end-of-semester “exposition” showcasing academic, Co-Curricular, Passionate Pursuit and volunteer work FAR: Family and Alumni Relations office FBE: Foundations of Business and Entrepreneurship — the course that introduces students to the basics of starting their own business FILM: For Intelligent Lovers of Movies — movie club Frank’s: A common term used to refer to the Mailroom FWOP: Franklin W. Olin Players drama club GO: Greening Olin — supports environmental awareness and sustainability HFID: Human Factors in Interface Design — a course that teaches students how to design better software interfaces
The Oval: Grassy center of campus, ideal for impromptu games, studying and relaxation
Phoenix: The Olin College mascot
R2: Resident Resource — student on each residence hall floor who answers questions, solves problems, provides or finds support and creates a safe and fun living environment for the dorm community SAC: Student Activities Committee SCOPE: Senior Capstone Program in Engineering — the year long senior capstone project that provides students an opportunity to work as a consultant for a real company SERV: Support, Encourage and Recognize Volunteerism — Olin’s volunteer organization SIBBs: A program that builds bridges between first-year and volunteer upper-class students, who adopt first-year students to help them adjust to Olin
IEEE: Institute for Electrical and Electronics Engineers
Spiral Learning: Project learning during which students struggle but realize what they have learned retrospectively
I2E2: Initiative for Innovation in Engineering Education: see http://i2e2.olin.edu/about.html for more information
StAR: Student Accounts and Records Center
Large Project Building (LPB): The additional structure behind the AC, intended as dedicated project space for large teams NINJAs: Need Information Now? Just Ask — a student peer-tutoring program OAA: Olin Alumni Association OCO: Olin Conductorless Orchestra — dedicated to the collaborative spirit of chamber music
SWE: Society of Women Engineers — a student chapter of the professional society at Olin SMAC: Student Martial Arts Club UOCD: User-Oriented Collaborative Design is a design course focusing on user research, concept development and design thinking. WHACK: Weapons Handling and Combat Kakistocracy For more acronyms on student clubs and organizations, please visit: http://core.olin.edu/clubs/
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As of August 1, 2010. For the most current calendar visit: http://www.olin.edu/student_life/calendars/calendar2010-11.aspx July–August
Summer reading: Cat’s Cradle by Kurt Vonnegut
August 28(Sa)
Arrival Day for Class of 2014. West Hall opens at 9:00 a.m.; Welcoming luncheon, afternoon program and dinner for new students and parents; Farewell to parents; Orientation begins after dinner
August 29(Su)–September 1(W)
Orientation: Academic Advising, Team Building and Leadership Skills
August 31(Tu)
Upperclass students begin arriving after 5:00 p.m. Campus closed to returning students before 5 p.m.
September 2(Th)
First day of instruction, First Semester
September 6(M)
[Labor Day – no classes]
September 15(W)
Town Meeting (11:15 a.m.)
September 16(Th)
Olin Monday – Monday class schedule in effect
September 17(F)
Constitution Day
October 11(M)
[Columbus Day – no classes]
October 15(F)–17(Su)
Family Weekend
October 20(W)
33rd instructional day
October 24(Su)
Admission Open House
November 12(F)
Olin Monday – Monday class schedule in effect
November 22(M)–26(F)
[Thanksgiving Recess – no classes]
December 10(F)
Last day of instruction, First Semester
December 13(M)–14(Tu)
Study Days
December 15(W)–18(Sa)
Final Exams
December 20(M)
Olin Exposition
December 22(W)
Residence Halls close at 5:00 p.m. for intersession
December 22(W)–January 17(M)
[Intersession – no classes]
January 16(Su)
Residence Halls open at 5:00 p.m.
January 18(Tu)
First day of instruction, Second Semester
February 2(W)
Town Meeting (11:15 a.m.)
February 18(F)–19(Sa)
Candidate Weekend I for Class of ’15
February 21(M)
[Presidents’ Day – no classes]
February 22(Tu)
Olin Monday – Monday class schedule in effect
February 25(F)–26(Sa)
Candidate Weekend II for Class of ’15
March 4(F)–5(Sa)
Candidate Weekend III for Class of ’15
March 4(F)
33rd instructional day
March 14(M)–18(F)
[Spring Break – no classes]
April 18(M)
[Patriots Day – no classes]
April 20(W)
Olin Monday – Monday class schedule in effect
April 27(W)
Last day of instruction, Second Semester
April 28(Th)–29(F)
Study Days
May 2(M)–5(Th)
Final Exams
May 9(M)
Olin Exposition – Underclass projects and presentations
May 10(Tu)
Olin Exposition – SCOPE presentations
May 11(W)
Olin Exposition – Arts Celebration, Presentation of Special Projects/Competitions, Capstone Information Sessions and Advising Meetings
May 15(Su)
Commencement for Class of ’11
May 16(M)
Residence Halls close at 5:00 p.m.
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Student Absence for Religious Observances Massachusetts state law regarding student absence due to religious beliefs has been adopted by Olin College as follows: “Any student who is unable to attend classes or participate in any examination, study, or work requirement on a particular day because of his or her religious beliefs is excused from any such activity. The student will be given the opportunity to make up the work that was missed, provided that the makeup work does not create an unreasonable burden upon the College. The College will not level fees or charges of any kind when allowing the student to make up missed work. In addition, no adverse or prejudicial effects will result because students have made use of these provisions.” The following partial listing is provided for your information:
2010 September 8(sundown)–10 September 10 September 17(sundown)–18 September 22(sundown)–24 September 29(sundown)–30 December 8 December 8 December 25
Rosh Hashanah Eid-al-Fitr (Ramadan ends, approximate) Yom Kippur Sukkot Shmini Atzeret Immaculate Conception Bodhi Day Christmas
2011 March 9 March 19(sundown)–20 April 18(sundown)–26 April 21 April 22 April 24 May 17 June 2 June 7(sundown)–9
Ash Wednesday Purim Passover Holy Thursday Good Friday Easter Buddha Day Ascension Thursday Shavuot
Weather Cancellation Policy Should it be necessary to close the College or delay the opening of the College, an announcement will be made on the following media outlets: TV
Radio
WBZ-TV
channel 4
WBZ 1030 AM
WCVB-TV
channel 5
WRKO 680 AM
WHDH-TV
channel 7
WBUR 90.9 FM
WFXT-TV
channel 25
An announcement on cancellations or delays will be posted on the INFO LINE at 781-292-2699 and an email will be sent to the entire community. If the College is closed, only essential employees will be available on campus. This includes Public Safety, Facilities Services and Dining Services. No message or announcement will be made if the College remains open. Class and office schedules for a delayed opening are as follows: Announcement
Classes that will be held
Offices will open
1 hour delay
Regularly scheduled courses beginning at or after 9:00 a.m.
9:00 a.m.
1 1/2 hour delay
Regularly scheduled courses beginning at or after 9:30 a.m.
9:30 a.m.
2 hour delay
Regularly scheduled courses beginning at or after 10:00 a.m.
10:00 a.m.
No morning classes
Regularly scheduled courses beginning at or after 12:00 p.m.
12:00 p.m.