Student Guide
2022-2023
Guide Contents 3 4
Welcome Academics
The Liberal Arts at Wesleyan The Nuts & Bolts of Academics Registration
10 The Basics
Billing & Payment Campus Store & Textbooks Computer & Information Resources Dining Financial Aid & Scholarships ID Cards Parking & Transportation Residence Life
16 Health & Wellness
Health Services Required Health Forms Staying Active at Wesleyan Student Counseling Services
18 Student Life
Athletics The Center for Leadership & Involvement (CLI) Faith & Service on Campus International Student Programs Wesleyan Traditions
22 Support Services
Academic Resource Center Center for Career Development Commuter Student Resources Disability & Advocacy Services Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Lane Center for Social and Racial Equity Safety on Campus Willet Memorial Library Wesleyan Parents & Family World’s First Alumnae Association
30 Additional Resources Alma Mater Frequently Used Terms
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WELCOME TO WESLEYAN! We are excited that you are now a member of the Wesleyan College community! At Wesleyan, “First for Women” isn’t just a catchphrase; it’s a way of life. Founded as the Georgia Female College on December 23, 1836, Wesleyan was the first college in the world chartered to grant degrees to women. More than 180 years later, Wesleyan continues to educate students to do the extraordinary in their professions and in service to their communities. Whether you are a new first year student or you are transferring from another institution, we are looking forward to helping you start your journey and find your place at Wesleyan. Our New Student Orientation program is designed to help all new students in their transition to campus. We encourage you to use this guide and the New Student Orientation team as resources throughout PACK Weekend and beyond as you embark on your new journey at Wesleyan. Welcome home - we are so glad you’re here!
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Academics THE LIBERAL ARTS AT WESLEYAN Liberal arts colleges tend to attract students who are audacious enough to believe they can change the world’s inequalities. And our graduates do just that. Through your liberal arts education, you will become a reasoned thinker, communicator, and problem solver with a global perspective. We want you to grow while you are with us and learn how to effectively use your unique voice. Our curriculum is designed so that, instead of just learning about your major subject matter, you will be exposed to thinking across a wide range of disciplines. We want you to think broadly, think critically, and make a difference in the world. We believe, along with most employers, that a liberal arts education is the best preparation for today’s workplace. The foundation of this education will be found in our general education courses. You will be required to take courses across a variety of disciplines including, performing arts, science, math, social sciences, and the humanities. We have designed this curriculum to help you hone your intellectual, expressive, and creative skills. New Student Guide | 4
The curriculum enables you to learn about the world through a variety of disciplinary perspectives and ways of learning. Because we are a women’s college and believe that women have a unique experience that has been shaped by factors such age, class, ethnicity, gender, race, religion, and sexuality, you will take a course on women’s experiences that will help you compare gender expectations over time and across cultures. When you put this all together, a liberal arts education at a women’s college, you get a powerful combination for success. Our community is academically challenging, and it is designed purposefully for your success. We strive to be an inclusive and equitable community, where all student voices matter and are heard, and we believe we are stronger together. Your Wesleyan academic experience is designed to prepare you to live and thrive in today’s complex world. We hope you will take full advantage of the opportunities before you.
THE NUTS & BOLTS OF ACADEMICS Academic Catalogue
The Academic Catalogue (known as the Catalogue) is found on the Wesleyan website under the Programs & Academics header. It details all academic policies, requirements for majors and minors, and information about classes you might be interested in taking. Please refer to the Catalogue for details on any of the policies listed below. Here is a brief summary of some important things you should know.
Transferring in Academic Credit
Wesleyan College awards academic credit from the following options for courses from which it has a comparable program: Dual/Joint Enrollment, Advanced Placement Program (AP), International Baccalaureate (IB), Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) A-Level, and College-Level Examination Program (CLEP). Upon receipt of an official score report and college admission, students may be awarded up to 30 semester hours of academic credit. Thirty hours is the maximum amount of credit a student may receive for all credit by examinations. To receive credit, students must earn at least the minimum score as indicated in the Catalogue. Consult the Catalogue to determine which scores are necessary for credit. By August 1st, make sure that you have submitted all AP and IB scores: https://apstudents.collegeboard.org/sending-scores. • AP – Request score report from apscore.collegeboard.org • IB – Request transcript from rrs.ibo.org
Placement Testing
All students entering Wesleyan College must complete placement testing before registration. These tests will ensure that you get placed into the right class and get off to a great start on you academic journey. The three tests are in Math, Writing, and Foreign Language. First year students are also required to complete the Advising Questionnaire before registration can occur. If you need accommodations for any of these tests based on a documented disability, contact Jill Amos, Director of Disability & Advocacy Services, at 478757-3800 or jamos@wesleyancollege.edu. Please allow ample time for paperwork collection and processing prior to your intended testing date.
Academic Advising at Orientation
We want you to have a great first year at Wesleyan and have a schedule of classes that meets your specific goals. Your personalized course schedule is created by If you have transfer credit (including dual enrollment courses you might have taken) you must request that an a trained professional staff member based the interests official transcript be sent to the Admissions Office from and preferences you expressed on your advising survey. the institution that you attended directly to Wesleyan. When you get your schedule...if you have questions, contact Jessica Tucker, jtucker@wesleyancollege.edu. Electronically to admissions@wesleyancollege.edu, or: Wesleyan College ATTN: Admissions Office 4760 Forsyth Road Macon, GA 31210 To view your transferred credits and how they apply to your degree program, visit wesleyancollege.edu/ mydegree. If you have questions about transferred credits, please contact registrar@wesleyancollege.edu. New Student Guide | 5
WORKING WITH YOUR ACADEMIC SUCCESS COACH Each first year student will be connected with an Academic Success Coach who will offer personalized guidance and support. Your Success Coach will follow your progress closely and help answer any questions you have about campus resources, study techniques, managing your schedule, asking professors for help, registering for classes, and more. As you transition to college and acclimate to campus life, plan to check in with your Success Coach regularly, especially at the beginning of your first semester. Your success coach looks forward to meeting you during PACK Weekend! What is your intended major or field of study? Are you set on that major, or are you still deciding? Many students enter college expecting to seek a degree in one area and later switching one or more times before graduating. If you are unsure of your major, your offered. Some courses are only available either in the fall or spring of each year. Your Success Coach will help Success Coach can help you register for courses that map your courses to keep on track with the Catalogue. will fill in your general education requirements first. You are urged to utilize “My Degree Progress” on WesPortal (login to WesPortal.wesleyancollege.edu, click “Student” on the top menu, click “Registration and Degree Information” on the left) to track your progress to degree completion. You are ultimately responsible for your own academic plan. Your Success Coach serves as your academic guide and will help you create a four-year academic plan, but it is important for you to take ownership of researching options, reviewing the Catalogue, and identifying next steps with your success coach.
How many credit hours should you take? Some students choose to take a lighter course load during their first semester to ensure a successful transition into college-level coursework. If you choose to take a lighter course load, make sure to work with your Success Coach to keep you on track, and always be mindful to maintain full-time student status. Students are encouraged to discuss their options with their Success Coach and Financial Aid before dropping below 12-credit hours. To ensure graduation within 4 years, students should successfully complete 15 credit hours per semester. 120 credits are needed to complete the bachelor’s degree. If you do not earn 15 credits each semester, we recommend summer semester enrollment to catch up on credit hours earned.
Are you a morning or evening learner? Do you plan to work during the academic semester? Though we cannot guarantee that all of your desired courses will be offered at the perfect time of day, it is important for you to communicate your schedule needs Are you interested in entering a pre-professional with your Success Coach. If you know you have trouble program (i.e. pre-law, pre-nursing, pre-veterinary)? Most of these programs include coursework that should waking up early, see if you can swap that 8am course for one later in the day. If you know that you will be begin in the first semester, so make sure to let your working some evenings during the week, try to load Success Coach know your interest. Ask if there are your courses in the mornings. pre-requisite courses to consider and when they are New Student Guide | 6
REGISTRATION
Registrar’s Office | 2nd Floor, Tate Hall | registrar@wesleyancollege.edu | 478-757-3840 The Registrar’s Office upholds the College’s academic policies and procedures. Visit the Registrar’s Office to discuss registration, academic policies, student schedules, course offerings, academic calendar, degree requirements, or any other general question. The Registrar’s Office maintains permanent academic records and certification of degree completion, verifies enrollment for scholarship eligibility and insurance
benefits, and processes transfer credit analysis. The Registrar’s Office will assist you with course schedule changes, requests to withdraw from a class, updates to your preferred name or address, and consent to authorize a release of information from your record. Most forms are electronic and located on Wesportal > Student > Registrar Office Forms.
How do I read my schedule? Some items on your schedule might be different than you’ve seen before. Let’s break it down. Course
Title
Credits
HIS 120 01
3.00 EARLY CIVILIZATIONS
Status
Grading Type Faculty
Current RC
Meets
Dates
Room
Steneck, MWF 8/19/19 - MAIN/ TATE / 228 Dr. Nicholas J. 2:30PM-3:20PM 12/17/19
Course: HIS: Abbreviation of Academic Subject 120: Course Number 01: Section Number Title: Course Title Credits: Amount of Credits Earned from Course Status: Status of Course Grading Type: Regular Credit (RC) or Credit/No Credit (CR) Faculty: Name of Instructor or Faculty Member
Meets: Days and Time of Class M -Monday Only MW - Monday & Wednesday MWF - Monday, Wednesday, & Friday T - Tuesday Only TR - Tuesday & Thursday R - Thursday only F - Friday Only Dates: Length of Course (i.e. full or split term) Room: Meeting Location (see campus map)
How to View Your Course Schedule
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Login to WesPortal (wesportal.wesleyancollege.edu) Click “Student” on the top menu bar Click “Academic Information” on the left menu bar Under “Student Schedule” (located on main page), click “View Details” in the Student Schedule section. 5. Make sure the correct Term is displayed from the drop down box: 2022 – Fall. Click “Search”.
Course Load & Graduation Requirements
Most courses at Wesleyan are worth 3 credit hours and meet for 3 hours of class time each week. Students should expect to spend around double that time (3 x 2 = 6 hours) studying independently for each course,
which will include reading, writing, completing homework, and preparing for class discussion. Some courses, such as labs, count for more than 3 credits, and some, such as electives, count for one or two credits. New Student Guide | 7
A typical course load is between 12-18 credits. Students should plan to take an average of 15 credit hours per semester (30 credit hours per year), fall and spring, to earn a degree in four years. Another option is taking a lighter load in fall or spring and adding summer courses to earn the full 30 credit hours for an academic year. Carefully discuss your course load options with your Success Coach and financial aid counselor prior to course registration each semester. Students who wish to take 19 or more hours must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 and the permission of the Registrar; you may be charged a fee for additional credits. A student with 27 or fewer semester hours may not register for a 300- or 400- level course without the permission of the Success Coach and the course instructor or chair of the department in which the course is being offered; the student must then submit a Registration Exception Form located on Wesportal > Student > Registrar Office Forms. International students on an F-1 VISA, are required to maintain a minimum or 12 semester hours for the entire semester. Your Success Coach will help you determine how many credits you should take to keep you on track for graduation.
Grading Scale
The Catalogue describes the grading system at Wesleyan College according to the description of “A” work, “B” work, and so on, and the grade point value for each letter grade. Consult your course syllabus to learn how your grade for each course will be calculated. Refer to the Catalogue for the credit and grading system policy.
Honors
Full-time students who, during one semester (including summer), pass all their courses and earn a GPA of 4.0 are named as President’s Scholar for the semester. Students who average a 3.50-3.99 are named to the Provost’s List. Graduates who have demonstrated high scholastic ability will be awarded with Latin honors based on their cumulative GPA and additional requirements: summa cum laude (minimum of 3.90 GPA), magna cum laude (minimum of 3.70 GPA), and cum laude (minimum of 3.50 GPA). You must earn 60 credits at Wesleyan to be eligible for latin honors.
Majors and Minors
You may declare a major(s) and/or minor(s) beginning in your first year and make changes at any time. Requirements vary from major to major. You must take at least 3 semester hours in your major during Graduates must complete 120 semester hours of college your senior year and at least 3 semester hours in your work and meet all other requirements for graduation as minor at Wesleyan College. All students must complete described in the Catalogue. The college requires a final at least one major to complete degree requirements. cumulative GPA of at least 2.00 and a GPA of at least Additional majors and/or minors are optional, but we 2.00 in the major and optional minor fields. Additional encourage them as they make you more competitive in requirements exist for some majors. Students must the workplace. complete their final 30 semester hours at Wesleyan. Not more than 48 semester hours in any one discipline may Recovery (Academic) be applied to graduation. If you get a D or F in a course, you may repeat it, and
Dropping & Adding Courses
For a short time at the beginning of the semester, you may drop or add courses, but you must first discuss any schedule changes with your advisor. Refer to the Academic Calendar for drop/take period dates.
If you are dropping below 12 credits, make sure to consult Financial Aid for more information about how that could affect your eligibility of aid or scholarships. Adding classes late will put you behind in a class, and you may not get your textbook until later in the semester; this is not advised except as a last resort. New Student Guide | 8
the grade will be forgiven - meaning the higher grade will count in your GPA rather than the D or F. The D or F will still appear on your transcript.
Repeating a Course for Grade Replacement
If a student earns a D or F in a course, the student may retake the course to earn a higher letter grade. If the course is repeated, the lowest grade will be replaced and will not be counted toward the computation of the cumulative grade point average. Grades from each attempt will appear on the transcript. A student may earn credit hours for the course only once.
Study Abroad
Many opportunities are available to study abroad, including study at one of our exchange partner institutions in China, Japan, Canada, South Korea, or Northern Ireland for a summer, semester, or full academic year. Many student scholarships and financial aid packages can be used towards your study abroad experience! Our Director of Study Abroad, Dr. Saralyn Desmet (sdesmet@wesleyancollege.edu), can help you plan your study abroad experience!
Take Six Convocation Credits for a “GPA Boost”
The Wesleyan Convocation Series contributes to a strong academic atmosphere for students, faculty, and staff, by bringing to the campus a variety of outstanding scholars and performers, and providing opportunities for meaningful community service. As a part of a liberal arts education, convocations expose students to a broad knowledge base often outside of the student’s major and stimulate thought on a wide range of subjects. They also offer opportunities for students to explore academic and co-curricular interests outside of the classroom. convocations provide occasions for students to question and explore the issues that affect their lives and futures.
Withdrawing from a Course
After the drop/take period, you may withdraw from courses by completing a Withdrawal From a Class Form, which is available in the Registrar Office Forms section on WesPortal. Refer to the Academic Calendar for the withdrawal date. Before the last day to withdraw, if you withdraw you will get a W on your transcript, which does not count in your GPA. After the last day to withdraw, you will not be able to withdraw and you will get the grade you have earned. Withdrawing from a course does not decrease the amount of billable credit hours. Review the Policy on Satisfactory Academic Progress in the Catalogue. To remain eligible for financial aid, a student must successfully complete 66.67% of all courses attempted at Wesleyan. A course is considered “attempted” if the student was enrolled after the end of the Drop/Take period.
WISe
All first year Wesleyan students are required to take WISe 101 & WISe 110. The very foundation of a Wesleyan education, WISe 101 is an interdisciplinary seminar that introduces first year students to academic life at Wesleyan, and focuses on honing academic skills, especially writing and critical thinking. It models Wesleyan’s diverse and challenging academic Convocations are held throughout each semester. Most community and helps students make the transition to convocations hold one credit, but some convocations college. In WISe 101, you will learn from faculty, and may be worth more. Any event that qualifies as a you will also teach each other by exploring divergent convocation will have its credit(s) noted in advertising perspectives, deepening meaningful discussions, and on campus and on the campus events calendar. working together to solve problems. Students who earn 6 or more credits will earn a 0.25 credit hour GPA boost put towards their institutional In addition to WISe 101, first year students will GPA and will be entered to win a $100 gift card that participate in the WISe Transition to College Lab semester. For more information, please view the (WIS 110), a one-credit course designed to explore Programs for Academic Enrichment section of the the neuroscience of learning and “level up” student Academic Catalogue. learning strategies and self-efficacy skills in preparation for college-level academic success.
Transient Credits Earned at Another Institution
The student who wishes to attend another college or university to take a class should submit a transient request form. In the summer semester, if the course is on the current schedule at Wesleyan College as a fully online course, a student will not be approved to take the course at another institution. In a fall or spring semester, if the course is being taught during the current academic semester at Wesleyan College, a student will not be approved to take the course at another institution. Grades below C will not be transferred to Wesleyan for credit.
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Wesleyan’s First Year Experience Events First-Gen Day Nov. 15, 2022 | Pierce Chapel- 11:15am- 1:00pm An event to celebrate the success of first-generation college students, faculty, and staff on Wesleyan’s campus. We will honor and recognize our first-gen graduating seniors. First generation graduates are the first in their family to attend and to graduate from a four-year college or university.
First-Year Experience Awards Ceremony April 19, 2023 | Pierce Chapel | 1:30pm An academic-centered event to recognize and celebrate our First-Year students’ academic achievements by awarding the President’s and Provost’s awards.
The Basics BILLING & PAYMENT
Business Office | 2nd Floor, Tate Hall | businessoffice@wesleyancollege.edu | 478-757-5120 The Business Office bills and collects for tuition, fees, room and board, and other campus expenses. Visit the Business Office to ask questions about your student account, use the student bank, and speak to a staff member when needed. Details about your student bill can be viewed via your WesPortal account (login to WesPortal.wesleyancollege.edu, click “Student” on the top menu bar, then click “Financial Information” on the left menu bar). No paper bills are mailed; communication is via your Wesleyan College email account and on WesPortal. New Student Guide | 10
Billing begins in mid-June for the fall semester and in mid-November for the spring semester. Charges are billed by semester and are based on a student’s current registered credits at the time of billing. If your course schedule is adjusted, your tuition and fees may change. Financial aid awards are typically allocated between the two semesters (ex. if a student is awarded a $6,000 scholarship, they can expect to receive $3,000 in the fall and $3,000 in the spring). Bills must be paid prior to moving into the Residence Halls and starting classes. Check out the “Financial Information” section of the Catalogue (search “Catalogue” on Wesleyan’s website).
CAMPUS STORE & TEXTBOOKS
1st Floor, Olive Swann Porter | CampusStore@wesleyancollege.edu | 478-757-5105 Located in the heart of OSP, the Campus Store carries what you need to help you succeed at Wesleyan. Visit the Campus Store for Wesleyan apparel and merchandise, books, school supplies, mailing needs, snacks, and more. For information about campus mail for residential students, please see the “Campus Address & Mailing” section under Residence Life. Campus Store hours are announced at the beginning of each semester.
Textbooks
Wesleyan College provides students with rentals of all required textbooks and online learning materials based on their registered course schedule. Books may be in print or electronic (eBook) format, depending on the format the instructor chooses to adopt for the course. You will receive a shipment or online access to these materials at the beginning of each semester. Please note: Auditor, transient, and cross-registered student books, and books for consortium classes, are not provided by the rental program; students will need to source the books independently. Nursing students will receive their textbooks directly from the Nursing program.
Pick-Up & Shipping Information
Some classes have digital materials that can be located in your digital bookshelf. Locate digital materials and access codes by going to WesPortal > Student tab > eCampus Book Portal > Digital Bookshelf. Students have the option to have physical copies of textbooks shipped to the Campus Store or to another shipping address. To update your preferred shipping address, login to WesPortal.wesleyancollege.edu and visit the eCampus Book Portal (click the “Student” tab on the top menu bar and click “Book Portal” on the main page). eCampus will notify students via email on address change deadlines. The default shipping address is to the college, so any students needing their books delivered to an address other than Wesleyan will need to ensure their shipping address is correct on the eCampus Book Portal.
Graduating seniors will have an earlier returns deadline than the rest of the student body after their final semester. On-campus students returning textbooks during add/drop period or at the end of each semesterbring your textbooks to the Campus Store for store staff to process your return. Students living off-campus can process returns from the eCampus book portal with their packing slip & shipping label and drop off at any UPS store. You can also bring your return to the Campus Store to have it mailed back to eCampus.
Adding & Dropping Classes
If you add a class after you’ve received your book shipment, you should expect another shipment to get the books for your added classes. If you add a class but haven’t received any books, the books for the added class will most likely be included when the rest of your books arrive. If you drop a class, you will receive an email reminder to return the book. Shipping labels will be provided via eCampus; see “Returns” section.
Textbook Usage & Damage
Many books are brand new, and all used books are in good-or-better condition. Please be mindful of the students who will use the book after you. A reasonable amount of writing or highlighting is definitely ok – just don’t turn it into a work of art. Some normal wear and tear is expected, but if the book is damaged to the point of not being acceptable, you will be charged a nonreturned item charge (50% of list price). If the book is lost or not returned by the due date, you will be charged 50% of the list price so that the book can be replaced. For a replacement book, contact the Campus Store to coordinate a replacement order at campusstore@ wesleyancollege.edu.
Purchasing Options
You may keep any of the books you receive; in some cases, for a cost. Some books are marked “Yours to Keep” (e.g. workbooks and access codes) and can be kept at no additional cost. For others that need to be returned, you would pay 50% of list price to keep any book – a discount of 20-35% (or more) off the retail Returns price for used books. To find out the exact cost for Books need to be returned by the last day of finals or within seven days of dropping a course. You will receive keeping, losing, or damaging a book, visit the eCampus Book Portal on WesPortal. email reminders when the return deadline is near. New Student Guide | 11
COMPUTER & INFORMATION RESOURCES
Barracks | 3rd Floor, Olive Swann Porter Building (Above Manget Dining Room) helpdesk@wesleyancollege.edu | 478-757-5239 Email & Network Account
All new students will receive a welcome email with your Wesleyan email and WesPortal username and password. The user name and password will allow you access to WesPortal, Canvas, Papercut/Webprint, and your Wesleyan email account. Wesleyan email accounts are hosted by Google mail. If you need assistance getting started, visit wesportal.wesleyancollege.edu and click “WesNet” on the top menu bar, click “Computer Resources” on the left menu bar, and access “Frequently Asked Questions.
Important Websites to Bookmark • •
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Wesleyan College Website (wesleyancollege.edu) Visit department pages, learn more about faculty members, and stay current on college events. Wesleyan Portal (wesportal.wesleyancollege.edu) View and pay your bill, apply for housing, submit maintenance requests, view department documents and forms, register for classes, and more. Wesleyan Email (email.wesleyancollege.edu) Access your student email and Google Drive. IT Helpdesk (helpdesk.wesleyancollege.edu) Submit and track HelpDesk tickets for IT assistance. Papercut/Webprint (wespcut:9191/user) Access campus printers. Students are given 1,000 pages per semester at no cost. Policies (login wesportal, click WesNet, Policies) Students, faculty, and staff, are responsible for knowing and following Wesleyan College policies.
Computer Support
Need help from CIR staff? Access the Help Desk system at helpdesk.wesleyancollege.edu or call 478-757-5239. An Information Technology Assistant (ITA) is assigned to each residence hall to assist residential students after business hours (weeknights and weekends). To reach the ITA on Call, contact 478-757-5239 (Mon - Fri, 5:00pm-11:00pm; Sat & Sun, 9:00am –11:00pm).
Office 365 Download
Microsoft Office 365 is available to download for free to all students. To access the download, visit products. office.com/en-us/student/office-in-education and enter your Wesleyan email address. New Student Guide | 12
Printers and Public Computers
Public computers and printers are available in OSP and the Willet Library. You may print up to 1,000 pages per semester at no cost. If you need additional pages, please refer to the “Additional Papercut Request Form” that can be found on the Computer Resources Page on Wesportal (log into WesPortal, click “WesNet” on the top menu bar and click “Computer Resources” on the left menu bar).
Spotlight: Social Media Policy (Please read the full policy on Wesnet)
The use of social media at or concerning Wesleyan College is governed by the same laws, policies, rules of conduct, and etiquette that apply to all other activities at or concerning Wesleyan College. Wesleyan College honors the right of every faculty, staff and student to freely express their own ideas, in keeping with our Freedom of Expression policy. However, even activities of a private nature posted to personal social media accounts can be subject to disciplinary action if they cause significant disruption to the operation of the College, or cause harm to a member of the Wesleyan community. Entities Affected by the Policy This policy applies to all use of social media by Wesleyan College students, faculty, and staff to represent or discuss matters concerning the College and/or members of the College community, whether or not such use involves the College’s network or other online resources.
WHAT’S THE WIFI PASSWORD? ADMINISTRATIVE BUILDINGS Wireless Network: WesAir Access Key: connectviaair
RESIDENCE HALLS
Wireless Network: WesStudents Access Key: connectdorms
DINING
Anderson Dining Hall | 2nd Floor, Olive Swann Porter Building | pparker@wesleyancollege.edu Wesleyan College has partnered with Metz Culinary to provide on-campus dining services that are designed to meet your needs. Anderson Dining Hall is an all-you-care-to-eat location that offers fresh and healthy signature concepts for breakfast, lunch, and dinner on weekdays. Brunch and dinner are offered during weekends. Options include hot entrees, a fresh salad bar, scratch-made soups, pizza and pasta, made-to-order deli sandwiches, grilled items, and more! For more information about hours, menus, and more, please visit www.wesleyancollegemetz.com.
Meal Plan Options • • •
Residential Hall Student Plan (included for all nonapartment residents): 19 meals per week Residential Apartment Student Plan (included for all apartment residents): 10 meals per week Commuter Meal Plan (Purchase in the Business Office or in the Dining Hall): 19 Meal Block ($135) or 10 Meal Block ($69)
Dining Accommodations
Metz staff can help with dining accommodations, including allergies, dietary restrictions, and more. To get information on dining accommodations, please contact Jill Amos, Director of Disability & Advocacy Services, at jamos@wesleyancollege.edu.
FINANCIAL AID & SCHOLARSHIPS
Financial Aid Office | Huckabee Hall | financialaid@wesleyancollege.edu | 478-757-5146 Wesleyan offers a comprehensive financial aid program. Financial aid is based on the individual circumstances of each student and family, and it is reviewed every year. Students applying for financial aid must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) in addition to all other paperwork required by the Financial Aid Office. New FAFSA forms become available on October 1 each year and should be
completed as soon as possible once available. Awards, grants, loans, and scholarships may be available to Wesleyan students. For more information, please visit the “Scholarships & Aid” page on the Wesleyan College website. If you would like to ask questions about financial aid or meet with a staff member about your financial aid options, please contact us, as above.
ID CARDS
Student Affairs Office | 2nd Floor, Olive Swann Porter Building | 478-757-5214 All students are issued a Wesleyan College ID Card during New Student Orientation sessions. This identification card for access to the Dining Hall, campus events, and student discounts at participating local retailers. All students will also receive a keyless entry badge on their Wesleyan ID card that will grant
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PARKING & TRANSPORTATION
Student Affairs Office | 2nd Floor, Olive Swann Porter Building | 478-757-5214 Parking
All members of the Wesleyan community are required to obtain a parking decal to park on campus. Parking is free for all students. Visit the Wesportal “Forms” tab, and choose “Vehicle Registration” from the list at left, to register your vehicle; then visit Student Affairs to receive it. You will need to enter the license plate number, make, model, and color of the car to complete the registration. Parking is only permitted in campus lots; any cars parked without applicable documentatoin or in non-designated areas (ex. along the side of roads, on the grass, etc.) may be ticketed by Campus Safety. If you have questions about parking on campus, please contact saffairs@wesleyanollege.edu.
Transportation
If you do not plan to bring a car to campus, you will still be able to get around! Student Affairs offers biweekly shuttles to Walmart and monthly shuttles to Downtown Macon on the first Friday. Shuttles are also sporadically provided for large off-campus events based on demand (ex. film convocations, Cherry Blossom Festival Events, etc.) Check your Wesleyan email throughout the semester for more details about shuttle services. Other affordable transportation options include the Macon Transit Authority (MTA) bus line, Uber, and Lyft. To ride the shuttle, students must sign up in Student Affairs office and submit an electronic payment via Wesportal’s “Forms” page.
RESIDENCE LIFE
2nd Floor, Olive Swann Porter Building | residencelife@wesleyancollege.edu | 478-757-2869 Living on campus is an essential experience and is extremely important to both the curricular and cocurricular life of students. Wesleyan is proud to be a residential college that offers a variety of housing options for all students ranging from traditional residence halls to apartments. The Department of Residence Life is committed to providing exemplary service to its residents. Our mission is to offer a safe, comfortable living environment that is conducive to academic and social development.
Resident Advisors
Your Resident Advisor (RA) is a trained student staff member who lives on your floor and/or in your apartment building. RAs are knowledgeable student leaders who can guide you in your transition to campus. They will work to create an amazing community on your floor and in your building. Reach out to your RA if you have any questions or suggestions for your living community (room, roommate, neighbors, etc.), need tips for engaging in campus life, or if you need help with your college transition.
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Residential Life Policies
We expect all residential students to educate themselves on our policies which can be found in the Student Handbook. Depending on the severity of the incident, policy violations may be addressed by RAs, the Director of Residence Life, or Honor Council.
Keys & ID Card Access
All students will receive a keyless entry badge on their Wesleyan ID card during New Student Orientation. Access to a residence hall will be granted via the badge before residential move-in. The badge will only open the resident’s building; students seeking access to another building will need to be let in by a resident of that building. Residents will receive a room key during residential check-in.
Physical Plant & Maintenance Requests
If you find maintenance issues in your room or residence hall, please submit a maintenance request. Login to WesPortal.wesleyancollege.edu and click the “Physical Plant/Maintenance Help Desk” link (located under the “Quick Links” menu on the left). Make sure to include as much information about the issue as possible. If you have an emergency maintenance request (ex. flooding, unsecured entry, overflowing toilet, etc.) after 5pm or on the weekends, please If you need help with your badge or get locked out of contact the RA on Duty at 478-461-7787 or your building/room: 478-461-7788. For emergency maintenance, call • During Business Hours (Monday – Friday, 8:30am- Campus Safety at 478-960-7969 during the hours 5:00pm): Visit Student Affairs (2nd Floor, OSP) of 9am-5pm on weekdays. • After Business Hours (Weeknights & Weekends): Call the RA on Duty at 478-461-7787 or 478-461- Emergencies 7788 Members of the Wesleyan community are strongly encouraged to register for WesAlert. This service provides alert messages to your cell phone and email Campus Address & Mailing with information in the event of a weather closing, Wesleyan College has a fully functional post office tornado warning, or campus emergency. WesAlert will available to students to send outgoing mail and packages. We are a drop off/return site for UPS, FedEx only be used in the case of an emergency. To register, visit WesPortal.wesleyancollege.edu and click the “New and DHL as well. All residential students will receive User” link under the “Wesleyan Alert” heading (bottom a mailbox number and combination code at move-in. Mailboxes are located behind the Campus Store on the right of main page). In the event of a life threatening emergency, call 911; after contacting 911, please call first floor of OSP. All packages that are too big to fit Campus Safety at 478-960-7969 to notify them of the in your mailbox will be held in the Campus Store for pick-up, and you will receive an email when they arrive. emergency. All other emergencies can be referred to Student Affairs during business hours (Monday When receiving mail, please use the following format – Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm) or the RA on Duty after for your address: business hours (Weeknights & Weekends). Your Name 4760 Forsyth Road, Box #_____ Macon, GA 31210 New Student Guide | 15
Health & Wellness HEALTH SERVICES
Health Services Office | 1st Floor, Olive Swann Porter Building healthservices@wesleyancollege.edu | 478-757-4025 Health Services provides expert, patient-centered, and inclusive care for the entire Wesleyan community. Our Board Certified Nurse Practitioner can provide the following services on-campus at little to no cost: • • • • • • • • • •
Minor Injury Treatment Physical Exams Treatment for Common Illnesses Personal Health Education Flu Shots Women’s Health (including annual gynecological visit, birth control, and STI screenings) Allergy Injections Prescription Maintenance Nutrition Counseling Referral to Specialist for Additional Services, if needed
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REQUIRED HEALTH FORMS All first year students submit our official required health forms to meet matriculation requirements. Health forms include an Immunization Form, Tuberculosis Test Form, Physical Examination Form, Meningitis Verification or Waiver Form, and Health History Form. To upload your health forms, login to WesPortal (wesportal.wesleyancollege.edu), click “Student” on the top menu bar, click “Health Record & Forms” on the left menu bar, and proceed to upload and submit the forms, making sure to wait a minute for all forms to finish loading before submitting. If all health forms are not received before classes begin, a hold will be placed on your student account.
All day program full time undergraduate domestic students are required to complete the online health insurance waiver or enrollment form each summer. All international students will be automatically enrolled in the student health insurance plan for each academic term. The insurance is automatically billed to all students; however, the cost will be credited after an online waiver approval. Without an approved waiver form by the class drop/add date, the student is enrolled, and the cost is thereafter nonrefundable. To waive, your current insurance must be Afordable Care Act compliant and provide access to doctors in the Macon area. Instructions will be sent to your Wesleyan emali.
STAYING ACTIVE AT WESLEYAN
Mathews Athletic Center (MAC) | kmalone@wesleyancollete.edu | 478-757-5251 From cycling to yoga, the Mathews Athletic Center (MAC) serves you by providing fun, active programs to enhance your health and quality of life on campus. In addition to weight training and cardio equipment, students can access a large variety of group fitness classes taught by certified instructors. For a full class schedule, MAC hours, and more, visit the Mathews Athletic Center website (search “MAC” on the Wesleyan College website). In addition to programming at the MAC, Wesleyan offers wellness activities, including glow yoga on the quad, dance classes, and more.
STUDENT COUNSELING SERVICES
Counseling Office | 3rd Floor, Olive Swann Porter Building mcraig@wesleyancollege.edu | myrana-craig-counseling.youcanbook.me/ | 478-757-4024 Student Counseling Services provides assistance designed to promote academic, personal, and social growth. Our Licensed Professional Counselor is available by appointment at no cost for individual counseling and education for mental wellness including stress management, treatment of anxiety and depression, and mental health diagnosis management. We also provide unlimited free telehealth options with access to licensed therapists with various specialties
(anxiety, depression, eating disorders, grief, trauma, stress, etc). Students may sign up at https://www. thevirtualcaregroup.com/Wesleyan (use zipcode 31210). Appointments are available within 48-72 hours. On Call Counseling is available by calling 866533-1827 at any time (24/7) when urgent assistance is needed; residential students should call the RA on duty at 478-461-7787 or 478-461-7788 for additional assistance.
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Student Life ATHLETICS
Athletic Offices | 1st Floor, Porter Gym | wesleyanathletics.com Division III Sports: • • • • • •
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Wesleyan College is a member of Division III of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA). All games and events are updated on the Athletics website and campus event calendars, and everyone in the community is encouraged to attend. Students are also invited to visit the Wolves’ Den, a student lounge featuring games and study space, in Porter Gym. For more information about our sports, schedules, rosters, and more, visit wesleyanathletics.com. New Student Guide | 18
THE CENTER FOR LEADERSHIP AND INVOLVEMENT 1st Floor, Olive Swann Porter Building | aprice@wesleyancollege.edu The Center for Leadership and Involvement (CLI) strives to enhance the student experience through active and diverse engagement opportunities in the Wesleyan community. The CLI supports the mission of the College by overseeing functional areas that contribute to the student experience including, but not limited to, campus involvement programs, Student Government Association, and leadership development opportunities.
Campus Events
Student Affairs promotes all events that are open to the student community at Wesleyan. Additionally, the CLI oversees the funding and programming for all student clubs and organizations and empowers student leaders to plan small and large community events. To find out what’s happening on campus, check out the following resources: • Campus Master Events Calendar: All events that are open to the student community are added to the Campus Master Events Calendar on Google Calendars. Check your email at the beginning of each semester to get the link to add the Campus Master Events Calendar to your preferred calendar app. • Wesleyan Stall Wall Weekly Newsletter: Featuring weekly events and important information for the community, The Stall Wall is a newsletter that is placed in the campus public restrooms (and emailed). • Digital Campus Slideshow Screensaver: Events and announcements display on campus monitors and tvs. • Involvement Board: Located on the first floor of Olive Swann Porter, next to the campus mailboxes.
Leadership Programs
The Center for Leadership and Student Involvement provides students with a variety of programs, workshops, and services to help students develop their leadership skills at Wesleyan. Join the leadership training program to begin your four year journey toward becoming a strong, passionate, and confident leader in your field! The CLI also provides training to leadership groups all around campus including, but not limited to, Student Government Association. Keep an eye out for our campus community workshops.
Student Government Association
The Student Government Association (SGA) is the student body’s representation before administrators, faculty, the Board of Trustees, and alumnae. All members of SGA are elected by their peers each year. In addition to tackling policy issues that matter to Wesleyan students, SGA approves new student organizations, addresses student concerns, and hosts programs and workshops to benefit the campus community. For more information or questions about SGA, email sga@wesleyancollege.edu.
Student Organizations
At Wesleyan, there are dozens of student organizations for you to explore. Whether you’re hoping to advance your professional skills or looking to meet new people, there are student organizations that will fit your needs. To learn more about our student organizations, visit the Student Involvement Fair at the beginning of each semester or contact the Student Government Association for more information.
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FAITH & SERVICE ON CAMPUS 1st Floor, Olive Swann Porter Building 478-757-5180
Wesleyan College has a long-standing relationship with the United Methodist Church and is approved for listing by the University Senate as an institution that is affiliated with the United Methodist Church; however, our students, faculty, and staff represent many faith-based communities across a spectrum of denominations, religious and spiritual traditions, and worldviews. These communities often partner to provide opportunities for students to learn from one another through interfaith dialogue, work cooperatively together for the common good through service, and grow friendships both within and across denominational and faith boundaries. To learn more or to get involved, please contact our Chaplain and Director of Faith and Service, Dr. Kaiya Jennings, at kjennings@wesleyancollege.edu. New Student Guide | 20
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT PROGRAMS
Student Affairs Office | 2nd Floor, Olive Swann Porter Building Our staff supports our international students living on campus. International students will attend an extended Orientation to learn more about maintaining your student status, resources in the Macon community, and more. Through student organizations, like AXIS and Voz Latina, international students partner with domestic students and staff to create cultural programming. For more information about our international student organizations, visit their tables at the Student Involvement Fair at the beginning of each semester. Wesleyan has nearly 15% population of international students, who are from over 20 different countries. Wesleyan provides various cultural events every semester, which enrich the lives of our students and promote diverse friendships within the campus community.
WESLEYAN TRADITIONS Wesleyan College has a long-standing tradition of several annual events. Here are some of the traditions that you will hear about at Wesleyan: • • • •
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Support Services ACADEMIC RESOURCE CENTER
ARC | 1st Floor, Willet Memorial Library | arc@wesleyancollege.edu | 478-757-2848 The Academic Resource Center (ARC) is committed to providing programs and services that promote the development and academic success of all Wesleyan College students. The ARC offers FREE tutoring in a variety of academic subjects as well as support for general writing, reading, math, study, and time management skills. Individual and group study sessions are available. New Student Guide | 22
Remember to use ARC services proactively throughout the semester to practice and build confidence in your knowledge and skills. Let us help ensure you are on track to achieve your learning goals! We look forward to working with you. The ARC is located on the first floor of Willet Memorial Library. Feel free to drop by, call, or email us to make a tutoring appointment or for more information about ARC services.
CENTER FOR CAREER DEVELOPMENT
CCD | 1st Floor, Olive Swann Porter Building | careerdevelopment@wesleyancollege.edu https://www.wesleyancollege.edu/career Programs & Services • • • • • • • •
Search & Preparation for Jobs, Internships, and Graduate Schools Mock Interviews & Interview Skills Career Fairs, Networking Guidance, & Career Workshops Major & Career Exploration Handshake Career Resource Platform FOCUS 2 Career Assessment Resume/CV & Cover Letter Review “Wolves at Work” Closet
By the end of the year you will very likely have completed an internship or other professional The CCD’s Four Year Plan (From Here to Career) is designed to ensure that students make the most of their development experience, and further clarified your four years at Wesleyan and are prepared for a successful desired path after graduation. Keep up with your co-curriculars and document them on your resume/ career after graduation. LinkedIn, and your senior year will be smooth sailing!
From Here to Career: The Four Year Plan
First Year
Career preparation should not start in your senior year. Lay the groundwork now to ensure that you are successful later. Engage in student life through Wesleyan’s variety of clubs and activities, and acquaint yourself with resources on campus. • • •
Complete the Focus2 Assessment (in WISe 110) Activate your Handshake account & explore its resources (in WISe 110) Explore majors, minors, and different career paths
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Your final year at Wesleyan should be focused on solidifying your plans and understanding your professional and financial responsibilities postgraduation. Be sure to check in frequently with both the CCD and your Success Coach to ensure you are on track.
Your sophomore year should be about taking initiative and getting ahead of the game. Explore and declare a major, participate in campus events, and build • transferable skills by taking on a leadership role in a club or organization. Begin researching what is needed • for your desired career path, and make sure you are on track to be successful. • •
Set up a meeting with the CCD to complete a strategic plan and mock interview Complete a Professional Development Experience for PDE 400 credit Enroll in PDE 401 (Professional Practice Seminar) to prepare for your next career steps
Set up a meeting with the CCD to complete a strategic plan and mock interview Complete your graduation audit with the Registrar
Set up a meeting with the CCD to review your resume and begin your LinkedIn profile Meet with your Success Coach for your major to discuss curriculum requirements
Junior Year
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COMMUTER STUDENT RESOURCES Commuter students are a valued part of the Wesleyan community. The Academic Resource Center and the Lane Center for Service & Leadership collaborate throughout the year to bring academic and social programs to commuter students. Most on-campus workshops and Leadership Tuesday events provide Dining Hall meal vouchers to commuter attendees.
The Commuter Lounge, located on the 3rd Floor of OSP, features a TV, student areas, and lounge chairs for commuter students to hang out between classes. You can also rent a locker from the Library. Check your email for more information about commuter specific events!
DISABILITY & ADVOCACY SERVICES
Office of Disability & Advocacy Services| 1st Floor, Olive Swann Porter Building jamos@wesleyancollege.edu Disability & Advocacy Services works to identify and eliminate barriers through consultation and partnership with students, faculty, and staff to support Wesleyan’s commitment to creating an accessible environment for all community members. The office works to develop reasonable accommodations and services to identify and address barriers in the college environment that might limit your ability to independently meet the demands of life on campus.
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Accessible Reading Materials Communication Access (ex. sign language interpreters, etc.) Timed Assessments (exams): Extended time, alternative input (ex. computers) Physical Access to Classrooms and Residence Halls Dietary Accommodations Accommodations for Temporary Injuries or Medical Conditions
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To request an accommodation, please complete the “Request for Disability Services” form (search “Disability Services” on the Wesleyan College website). All requests for accommodations will be considered on a case-by-case basis depending on need. Proper medical documentation is required to provide an accommodation. For more information, please email jamos@wesleyancollege.edu.
DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION
Office of Equity & Inclusion | 2nd Floor, Tate Hall 15 | equityandinclusion@wesleyancollege.edu The Office of Equity & Inclusion ensures that Wesleyan College remains committed to equality in educational opportunities and abides by federal and state laws including Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which was updated in 2020, and Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act for students and employees. Wesleyan does not discriminate in offering access to its educational programs and activities on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or other human identifier or characteristic. This office also administers the policy on discrimination, harassment and sexual misconduct and directs the investigation of complaints concerning these matters. Prohibited conduct includes any form of harassment, discrimination, sexual assault,
sexual harassment and related misconduct, including interpersonal (relationship) violence, stalking, and any form of retaliation. You can learn more about how our community supports this commitment by searching for “Compliance” on the Wesleyan College website. If you or another campus community member experiences discrimination or sexual misconduct, seek assistance, guidance and support by contacting Tonya Parker, Chief Diversity Officer and Dean for Equity and Inclusion, at tparker@wesleyancollege.edu or 478-7574028. Additionally, the Office of Equity & Inclusion is committed to supporting students through engagement, cultural awareness, diversity dialogues, workshops, and inclusion trainings. We work to create a more inclusive and culturally aware environment for all campus community members.
LANE CENTER FOR SOCIAL AND RACIAL EQUITY The Equity Center| equitycenter@wesleyancollege.edu The Lane Center for Social and Racial Equity is an extension of Wesleyan’s DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion) work on campus into the Middle Georgia area through connections with community members and organizations. It operates under the leadership of Dean Tonya Parker, Center Director, and Dr. Brandi Simpson Miller, Assistant Center Director. Opportunities for students and other community members to get involved with the work of the Equity Center will be offered through the College and our community partner, the Tubman Museum. The Mission of the Center is to: • Promote diversity, inclusion, equity, and justice (DEIJ) in all areas of the College. • Make transparent, and hold ourselves and each other accountable for, our commitment to creating an anti-racist campus community. • Provide DEIJ training for Wesleyan students, faculty, staff and others in the Middle Georgia community using the IF/DID model (Interactivity Foundation/Diversity and Inclusion Discussions). New Student Guide | 25
SAFETY ON CAMPUS
Campus Safety | 3rd Floor, Olive Swann Porter Building | 478-960-7969 or 478-757-5145 At Wesleyan, we are committed to providing the safest campus environment we can for our entire community. Safety is a shared responsibility between Campus Safety and the campus community. Campus Safety is available 24-hours a day, 365 days a year. The Wesleyan Safety Officers are state certified and well acquainted with our campus, where they conduct rounds and constant surveillance in order to ensure safety for the students, faculty and staff. All gates except the main entrance are closed at night. In the event of an on-campus emergency or closing, the Wesleyan community will be updated via the WesAlert Safety Awareness System and the Wesleyan College website.
WesAlert Safety Awareness System
WesAlert provides alert messages to your cell phone and email that provide information in the event of a weather closing, tornado warning, or campus emergency. WesAlerts are only be used in the case of an emergency. To sign up for WesAlert, go to WesPortal.wesleyancollege.edu and click “New User” under the “Wesleyan Alert” heading on the main page. Family members can also sign-up for WesAlerts without needing a Wesleyan email address. We highly encourage all members of our community to sign up for this service.
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Emergencies
Call Campus Safety if you are in need of emergency assistance, see suspicious activity, or have information related to the ongoing situation. When an emergency happens, authorities will immediately respond to the situation, verify the facts, and provide those involved with instructions. If you need to call 911 for emergency medical assistance, please also contact Campus Safety to help the first responders get to you as soon as possible. Resident Advisors or Professional Staff may contact Campus Safety for you in the event of an emergency situation.
Safety Escort
Campus Safety provides safety escorts for the Wesleyan community at no cost. This resource can be used when walking around campus at night or whenever you feel that you need a safety escort. Contact Campus Safety at 478-960-7969 to arrange a safety escort on campus.
WILLET MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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The first and second floors of the library are available to • students 24 hours a day. Access is granted through the badge on your Wesleyan ID card given at Orientation. •
Catalog and Databases
Through our website, you can access LUCY, the Library’s online catalog. There is a link to GALILEO, a collection of more than 100 bibliographic and full-text databases, plus other academic databases. You also have access to Subject Guides and a Databases A-Z listing.
Loan Periods
The standard loan period for students is three weeks with two renewals allowed if no one else is waiting for the item. Some items circulate for one week, including juvenile materials and scores. Video-to-go, the popular DVD collection, circulates for 3 days. Other specific items such as periodicals and videos do not circulate. A Wesleyan ID card is required to check out materials or to use Reserve items. Students can check due dates and renew their items by using LUCY. Wesleyan students also have limited borrowing privileges at Mercer University and Middle Georgia State University.
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Reserves
Faculty will frequently leave supplemental reading on reserve in the Library. Reserve loan periods are established by the individual faculty member and may be library use only; one day; three days; or seven days. A photocopier is available on the first floor of the Library. Copies will be deducted from your Papercut account.
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Research Help & Library Instruction
Library instruction sessions are scheduled at the discretion of individual faculty members. If you require one-on-one assistance with a research project or assignment, you can book an appointment from the Library website or contact Virginia Blake, Kristi Peavy, or Rhiannon Bruner. General reference services are also available whenever a librarian is on duty. Please do not hesitate to call or email if you have a library question or concern.
Study Rooms & Lockers
The Library has study and conference rooms available for group or individual work. You can “book a space” for up to two hours from the Library website. A bank of 24 lockers are available for checkout in the second floor lounge. Commuters can check out a locker for a week at a time and can renew it if no one is waiting to use it. An additional 90 lockers are located on the second floor. These may be used for an entire semester, but you will need to supply your own lock.
Laptops & Other Technology
The main floor of Willet Library is equipped with two multimedia tables for group use. One is located near the ARC and the other is in the Burgess Design Lab. The DLab is fully equipped with two 3D printers as well as two PCs and a Mac with the full Adobe Creative Suite. Laptops with the Adobe Creative Suite and Camtasia video editing software are available for in house checkout. Students who have completed the training can use the vinyl cutter, embroidery and sewing machines, and other equipment in the Makerspace on the second floor; you can bring your own supplies or use available materials without cost thanks to generous donations. A green screen and camera setup is also available by appointment on the second floor.
Special Collections
Archives and Special Collections are maintained in secure locations on the third floor of the Library. Use of these collections is under the supervision of the Archivist or Library Director. The Archives are open Monday- Friday 1:00pm-4:30pm, or by appointment, during the semester. Please contact the Archivist to ensure the requested research information is ready and available. New Student Guide | 28
WESLEYAN PARENTS & FAMILY Family members are an important part of the Wesleyan College community. We work to keep your family in the loop on what is happening throughout the academic year through family newsletters featuring general information and detailing on-campus events.
Check out the Parent & Family Facebook page (search “Wesleyan College Parents”). Family Weekend is held each fall and includes programming for students and family members of all ages. Email hxia@ wesleyancollege.edu to sign-up for communications!
WORLD’S FIRST ALUMNAE ASSOCIATION
Facebook: @wesleyancollege | Twitter: @wesleyancollege | Instagram: @wesleyancollegega news.wesleyancollege.edu | wesleyancollege.edu/alumnae The offices of Institutional Advancement, Alumnae Affairs, and Communications work together to bring services to the Wesleyan community. Institutional Advancement raises money for the college and connects students to various scholarship opportunities. In addition to maintaining Wesleyan College’s social media accounts, Communications publishes the Wesleyan magazine (WESmag) twice a year and works to keep the Wesleyan community updated on upcoming events and news. With over 8,000 alumnae around the world, Alumnae Affairs strives to keep alumnae connected, engaged, and active with Wesleyan. Founded in 1859, the Wesleyan College Alumnae Association (WCAA) is the world’s first alumnae association. Each year, the Alumnae Office sponsors programs for current students, Alumnae Weekend, and events for graduating seniors, including the Candle Lighting Ceremony.
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Additional Resources ALMA MATER
Hail, Wesleyan, thou emblem of all that is grand The noblest, the greatest, in all our fair land. Thine ideals are honored, thy name always blest. A fountain of knowledge, the oldest and best. A star in the dark is thy glorious past, Forever and ever thy glory shall last. Upholding thine ideals, thy daughters shall be True, faithful, and loyal, dear Wesleyan, to thee.
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Stall Wall: A weekly events newsletter sponsored by Student Affairs that is placed in all campus restrooms. Student Handbook: The student handbook, call the Wesleyanne, is published by the Division of Student Affairs. Located on WesPortal, the handbook is updated on a yearly basis and provides current information on college policies and regulations. Students are expected to understand and abide by all policies in the Wesleyanne. STUNT: Annual skit show competition when students write and perform one-act musicals in hopes of winning the STUNT Cup (late February). Success Coach: Faculty or staff member assigned to help you select classes and help you map your coursework. Title IX & Clery Act: federal laws that address campus safety and the responsibility of colleges to prevent and respond to sexual discrimination and violence (see “Equity & Inclusion” in Support Services section). Transfer Credit: A student may transfer up to 90 semester hours of credit from an accredited four-year institution. No more than 60 semester hours can transfer from an accredited junior or community college. International transcripts are evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Refer to the Credit Options page in the Catalogue for details. Voter Information: Please visit the Voter Info page on our website for a link to register to vote and to view elections schedules: https://www. wesleyancollege.edu/about/voterinfo.cfm. WISe: See “WISe” in the Academic section. Withdraw (from courses): After the drop/take period, you may withdraw from courses by completing a Withdrawal From a Class Form, which is available in the Registrar Office Forms section on WesPortal. Refer to the Academic Calendar for the withdrawal date. Until this date, you may withdraw without academic penalty; after that, a withdrawal carries the same academic consequence as an F. Withdrawing from a course does not decrease the amount of billable credit hours.
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