tiffin.eduWE ARE A Community.
LIVING ON CAMPUS - BELONGING Housing .................................................................................... 5 - 10 Meal Plans ...................................................................................... 11 Housing applications ................................................................... 12 Tiffin Community .........................................................................14 GETTING CONNECTED - ENGAGEMENT Student Engagement .................................................................... 15 Student Government .................................................................... 15 Campus Activities Board ............................................................. 15 Greek Council ................................................................................ 15 Student Organizations ................................................................ 16 STAYING WELL - HEALTH AND WELLNESS Counseling and Wellness ............................................................ 18 University Health Center ............................................................ 19 Safety and Security ....................................................................... 21 3 UNIVERSITYTIFFINTIFFIN.EDU Table of CONTENTS
Tiffin University students are required to live on campus through their junior year. We believe that living on campus is an important part of TU’s learning environment - you learn about yourself and how to make it on your own. Best of all, you meet people who will broaden your world and become friends for life.
STUDENT Life!
Tiffin University provides affordable residential facilities that empower students to achieve complete success. We offer residence halls, houses and apartments that inspire academic achievement, student involvement, personal and professional development, while focusing on community, safety, wellness, inclusion and
on campus, you gain an opportunity to learn from students of a different culture. This interaction leads to a development of selfidentity, realization of strengths and weaknesses, greater maturity and a broadening of one’s perspectives. You will find it’s easier to share talents, experiences and skills through oncampus living.
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FOR COLLEGESTUDENTS,MANYIS THE FIRST TIME LIVING AWAY HOME.FROM
5 UNIVERSITYTIFFINTIFFIN.EDU • Bedroom furniture includes: XL twin bed and mattress, dresser, desk and chair, wardrobe or closet access for each student • Internet access in all rooms and WiFi campus wide • Residence Life and Campus Security staff available 24/7 • Dining facilities nearby • No quarters or swipe card are needed in our laundry rooms • Lounge equipped with a television and microwave • Recreation areas with gaming equipment and board games • Residence Life Cinema provides unlimited access to 200+ movies for all on-campus students RESIDENCE HALL STANDARD FEATURES SAMPLE DOUBLE & SINGLE BEDROOM FLOOR PLANS TIFFIN UNIVERSITY’S ON-CAMPUS HOUSING OFFERS A VARIETY OF OPTIONS WITHIN OUR RESIDENCE HALLS. YOU WILL FIND A CARING COMMUNITY AND SUPPORTIVE GROUP OF FELLOW STUDENTS. COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT LEADS TO LASTING, SINCERE RELATIONSHIPS AND LIFELONG FRIENDSHIPS.
ANDCOMMUNITYAPARTMENT Living
ON-CAMPUS HOUSES provide a smaller residential community to be a part of. TU owns and operates nearly 35 residential houses, with air conditioning as well as furnished living rooms. Our sophomore, junior, senior and graduate students have the option to live in the houses, a great alternative for those who like to live in a smaller housing environment.
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MIAMI STREET APARTMENTS offer our sophomore, junior, senior and graduate students the option for a much more independent living experience. These buildings offer a five-room, suite-style living option. Each suite is furnished with a full kitchen, living room space, two private bathrooms and five single rooms. Each building can house up to 56 students.
GREEK HOUSING provides TU’s four active Greek organizations, two sororities and two fraternities, oncampus housing. Greek residents have the opportunity to live with their brothers and sisters to continue to build the bond that is created in the organization.
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FRIEDLEY HALL is nestled between Craycraft Hall and Franks Hall, and is the oldest residence hall on campus. The “Friedley Family” is comprised of residents who develop strong relationships with one another and houses 50 students. Friedley serves many functions, from acting as a residence hall, to housing the offices of Counseling and Wellness, Disability Services and Equity, Access and Opportunity.
CLAY STREET HALL is a three-story residence hall that houses 111 first-year students. This residence hall provides a very large, open lobby area on each floor, as well as single-stall restrooms to provide the utmost of privacy.
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HUGGINS HALL is located behind the Main Classroom Building, and is noted for its unique shape of a horseshoe. This hall is divided into four different quadrants that can house up to 72 first-year students. Huggins is also known for its large and spacious upper lobby that is ideal for programming.
CRAYCRAFT HALL is a traditional living environment centrally located on campus. Craycraft houses only first year students, and the Craycraft residents traditionally form a strong bond. Craycraft can house up to 75 students.
ZAHN HALL is recognized for its unique residential architecture. Zahn houses 51 people. The first-year students who live in Zahn like the closeness and family atmosphere that the building design inspires.
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KIRK HALL can house up to 85 first-year residents. Kirk’s lobbies that overlook the cul-de-sac and courtyard behind the Main classroom building provide great programming space for RAs to foster community with the residents of the building. A
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DINING AND MEAL PLANS
Market C is open 24/7, students simply pick out their food, check out and scan their Market C account card - and go.
• Green Meal PlanFourteen meals per week with $125 Dragon Dollars. This is the minimum meal plan required as a sophomore
• Dragon Meal PlanTen Meals per week with $125 Dragon Dollars. This is the minimum meal plan required as a junior.
• Fire Meal PlanFifty Meals per semester with $75 Dragon Dollars. This plan is only available to commuters and seniors.
For more information on dining services, visit aviserves.com/tiffin
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DRAGON DOLLARS will be added to meal plans each semester and can be used both on-campus and off, at the TU Bookstore, Dragon Brew, The Wall Street Pub & Grille, Tiffin Marco’s Pizza and Domino’s. Plans per semester include:
• Gold Meal PlanNineteen Meals per week with $100 Dragon Dollars. This plan is required for all first-year students.
DRAGON BREW is located in Franks Hall, and serves a wide variety of Starbucks famous espressos, frappuccino blended beverages, specialty coffees and teas. In addition, we offer fresh grab ‘n’ go snacks and pastries for anyone on the go.
Meal plans are available for all students residing on- or off-campus through TU’s food service company, AVI. Meals are served three times a day, Monday through Friday, with brunch and dinner being served on Saturday and Sunday. The dining service is buffet style with numerous choices and accommodations for any dietary needs.
THE WALL STREET PUB & GRILLE is full of food, spirits, friends and fun, as we feature a diverse menu of fresh, from-scratch culinary creations ranging from tantalizing appetizers to delectable desserts. The Wall Street Pub & Grille blends contemporary menu selections and modern rustic décor to offer an exceptional dining experience on our patio or while watching the game on one of our eight flat screens.
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MARKET C is an innovative high-tech, self-service convenience store, located in the Gillmor Student Center. The Market features gourmet fresh sandwiches, wraps and salads, a large variety of premium cold beverages, ice cream and frozen treat offerings, pastry and snack options as well as barista-style premium beverages.
COLE DINING HALL is located in the Gillmor Student Center, and serves quality, delicious meals with variety to nourish the body, featuring a full salad bar, traditional grilled items, fresh-baked pizzas, deli and delicious home-style entrées. Our dining facilities also offer a variety of vegan, gluten-free and vegetarian specialty items to enhance your dining experience. Special themed meals and weekly specials bump up the fun factor throughout the year.
If you have any questions, concerns or need more information, call the Student Affairs Office at 800.968.6446 ext. 3029 Tiffin University Nondiscrimination Policy and reporting information is available at tiffin.edu/institutionaldiversity/ STUDENTS WHO WANT TO APPLY FOR ON-CAMPUS HOUSING CAN DO SO THROUGH OUR TIFFIN UNIVERSITY HOUSING PORTAL HTTPS://STARREZ.TIFFIN.EDU/STARREZPORTALXAT
The portal allows students to provide preferences regarding the type of room and location they would like to live. New students can apply for housing once they have completed their confirmation deposit. Housing is assigned on a first-come, firstserve basis. Completing your confirmation deposit early gives you a better chance of getting your desired location.
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I knew Tiffin University was the place for me the second I stepped foot on campus. I toured a handful of other universities, but TU was the only school that truly made me feel at home.
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With Tiffin University being conveniently located within walking distance to downtown, your connections on campus will definitely overflow into the community. Many of the local businesses love working with college students either through student discounts or employment opportunities. We can’t wait for you to call Tiffin your home.
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Whether you are interested in hiking, biking or exploring the many parks within Seneca County, enjoying dining at locally owned restaurants, such as Rosies’s Soup N’Such, JT’s Bagel Bar, Madison Street Tavern or finding your favorite pizza place in town, Tiffin is the place for you.
When you select your college or university, not only are you choosing to become a part of the campus, you are also joining the greater community within the city or town. Here in Tiffin, Ohio we are proudly known as the Education Community and we love the relationship our students have with the local community.
We strive to cultivate a campus environment rich in character, diversity and tradition. We are dedicated to providing activities and programs that promote academic and personal success in its students.
The Campus Activities Board (CAB) CAB is a student-run event planning organization that brings large acts to campus, as well as host the annual Winter Fest and Spring Fest. CAB also hosts smaller DIY events, paint nights and field trips. CAB promotes diversity programming and education events across campus. You can stop by the CAB office located in the lower lobby of Gillmor or email cab@tiffin.edu.
The Office of Student Engagement encompasses all academic, special interest and Greek letter organizations.
The primary mission of our Student Government is to represent Tiffin University students through their organizations, activities and voices to help cultivate a welcoming and supportive atmosphere to everyone’s college experience. Student Government serves as the voice of the student body and hosts bi-weekly open forums that are open to all students. For more information contact stugov@tiffin.edu.
GETTING CONNECTED
STUDENT ENGAGEMENT
STUDENT GOVERNMENT
CAMPUS ACTIVITIES BOARD
The Office of Student Engagement strongly encourages all students to get involved both in and out of the classroom. Involvement in college student organizations will help students gain valuable skills and practical experiences that will make them a well-rounded individual in society as well as a more attractive job candidate.
Greek Council serves as the governing body over all Greek organizations and provides an open forum for all Greek members to discuss issues and help plan campus activities. Greek Council additionally promotes unity among all Greek members and organizations.
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GREEK LIFE
Greek Life at Tiffin University has increased in both the number of individuals who pledge and also in the number of organizations. There are currently two fraternities and three sororities, each adding their unique attributes, causes and events to campus life. Each Greek organization is required to participate in community service, as well as host campus events and fundraisers, with many of these events becoming popular traditions at TU.
Just as what you accomplish inside the classroom will affect your real-world success, so will your involvement with campus organizations outside of the classroom. Tiffin University has a wide variety of opportunities to choose from, and each of these choices offers you the chance to make a real and lasting impact – not only in your own life, but also in the surrounding community.
Currently there are over 40 clubs and organizations at TU, ranging from academic to spiritual, from programming to special interest, as well as community service. There are also a wide range of club and recreational sports available on campus. For more information contact tuengage@tiffin.edu.
Student ORGANIZATIONS
• Voicing Our Insight Creating Empowerment (VOICE)
• Circle K International (CKI)
• Pride!
• Criminal Justice Club
• Soul Purpose
• Yearbook
• Association for Computing Machinery (ACM)
• American Chemical Society
• B.L.U.S.H. – Wellness Club
• Alpha Iota Sorority
• First-Generation Dragons
• Student Research Council (SRC)
• Theta Eta Omicron Fraternity
• Phi Theta Pi Fraternity
• BUS - Black United Students
• Cru
• Business Club
SERVICE
FAITH-BASED
• Delta Sigma Kappa (DSK)
• Club & Recreational Sports
• Tiffin Hall and House Association (THHA)
• Kappa Kappa Psi – National Honorary Band Fraternity
• Mother Nature Movement
• Student African American Sisterhood of Excellence (SAASE)
MULTICULTURAL ORGANIZATIONS
• Kappa Theta Omega Sorority Interest Group
• National Alliance on Mental Illness and Mental Health Advocacy (NAMI & MHA)
• Ohio Innocence Project (OIP-U)
• Student Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC)
• Nu Delta Sigma
• Dragon Philanthropy Council (DPC)
• Accounting and Finance Club (AFC)
PROGRAMMING
• National Society of Leadership and Success
• Student Government
• Fitness Students United (FSU)
• Sports Management Club
• American Marketing Association
• Alpha Phi Sigma (APS) - National Criminal Justice Honor Society
• Delta Mu Delta - International Honor Society for Business Administration
GREEK LETTER ORGANIZATIONS
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• Service Emersion Club
SPECIAL ORGANIZATIONSINTEREST
• Dragon’s Den - Gaming Club
• The Tystenac – Student Newspaper
• Campus Activities Board (CAB)
• Men of Music
ACADEMIC ORGANIZATIONS
• Zeta Pi Beta Sorority
• Global Affairs Organization (GAO)
• Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA)
• Women in Science Society
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TU’s Counseling and Wellness Center is dedicated to addressing the emotional and mental health needs of students at Tiffin University. We are available with resources and connections to help. Our caring staff provides free counseling using a short-term, solution-focused. Face-to-face and virtual counseling appointments are available to any current TU student who is registered for seated classes. TU Counseling Services will attempt to meet our students’ needs through shortterm, brief-solution focused therapy. The length and number of sessions will be determined by the clinician’s expertise and availability.
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Tiffin University knows that every student is an individual, with individual needs. In the event that a student requires mental health counseling and/or referral services, we are available with the real resources and connections to help. It is our goal to provide support and hope through challenging circumstances.
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The following are some student concerns that counselors often address: Homesickness/adjustment to college Relationship issues Study skills enhancement and time management Strategies to overcome loneliness, anxiety, depression and test anxiety Campus life or roommate concerns Coping with stress using relaxation techniques Communication and social skills Sexual information or pregnancy concerns Alcohol and drug abuse concerns making strategies Coping with death or divorce
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HEALTHUNIVERSITYCENTER
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OUR HEALTH CENTER PROVIDES A WIDE VARIETY OF SERVICES FOR OUR STUDENTS INCLUDING:
• Earwax removal
• Allergy shots
IMPORTANT FACTS ABOUT THE HEALTH CENTER:
• No charge for service
• Wound care
• Suture removal
• Over the counter medicines
The Health Center can be reached at 419.448.3429 or by email at healthcenter@tiffin.edu.
• General health assessment
• Basic first aid
• Location: Friedley Hall
• Birth control shots
• COVID-19 information and testing
• We offer over-the-counter medicines for students
• Mono testing
• Have questions? We can be quickly reached via phone or email
Tiffin University Health Center offers basic health care services within the framework of Tiffin University’s Guiding Principles. Our priority is creating an environment that focuses on student success as well as enhancing our critical infrastructure. The foundational values of the Health Services Center are based on the ICAREs model of Tiffin University and are inherently applicable to the provision of health care on the Tiffin University campus.
• Urine checks
• Physicals
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• No insurance is needed to use our Health Center services
• Blood sugar testing
• Pregnancy tests
• Referral to specialists in area
• Vehicle unlocks – Campus Safety and Security offers free vehicle unlock services for vehicles on campus. A waiver releasing the University from liability must be completed.
• Surveillance requests – Campus Safety and Security can assist you in reviewing video surveillance for university incidents upon completion of a form.
Patrol Hours: 24/7 Office Number: 419.448.3303
CAMPUS SAFETY & SECURITY RESPONSIBILITIES:
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• Lost and found - The Campus Safety and Security office is the main location for the University’s lost and found. Please check our office if you have misplaced an item or have found a lost item on campus.
• Enforce Tiffin University policies and regulations
• Provide student and faculty/staff escorts on campus
• Respond to any emergency on campus
• Report and respond to campus maintenance situations
• Safewalk – Campus Safety and Security provides a 24 hour Safewalk service to students, staff, faculty and campus visitors to their destination on campus.
SAFETY & SECURITY
• Jump starts - Campus Safety and Security offers free vehicle jump starts for vehicles on campus.
24/7 Hour Duty Phone: 419.934.0721 Email: security@tiffin.edu
• Respond to calls of service on campus
• Enforce campus parking regulations
SERVICES:
• Maintain a safe and secure environment for the campus community
Tiffin University Campus Safety and Security is a support service which operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to ensure the safety of all students, faculty, staff and campus visitors. As a part of Student Affairs, our department is primarily student run with 15 security officers, two sergeants, a full-time Director of Campus Safety and TiffinSecurity.University
has recently partnered with Bee-Safe Security, a professional security organization with qualified, armed security officers that is locally owned and managed. Bee Safe provides night security, seven days a week, during the academic year. They do regular patrolling and security walk-throughs and are available for safewalks for students, jump starts, lock outs, wellness checks and vehicle unlocks.
Office hours: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m – 5 p.m.
• Residence hall lock outs – If you have locked yourself out of your University housing, please contact Campus Safety and Security and we can assist you.
• Secure campus buildings and facilities
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