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1. New Student Orientation
2. Tracy WaalVice President for Student Life
3. Sarah MowryAssistant Director of Res Life and RDDavid CalvareseResident Director
4. Student SessionsAcademicsStudent LifeResidence/Commuter Life
5. www.mvnu.edu/parentsTo download this entire PowerPoint presentation and the MVNU Parent Handbook
6. Everything we sayEverything you seeReading the PowerPoint
7. Required of all new students:Move In DayAugust 25New Student InstituteAugust 26-28Classes BeginAugust 29
8. Parent Session 1Nuts and BoltsParent Session 2Transitioning Well
9. Parent Session 1Campus MinistriesStudent SuccessFinancial AidResidence LifeFERPAAcademic Calendar
10. Purpose: Create an environment where students can reach their God-given potential
11. Commitment to CommunityOur Commitment to Community allows us to bring out the best in each other and when practiced, helps shape the Christ-like character toward which we strive.affirmations We love God.We respect others.We believe in personal responsibility.
12. Commitment to CommunityThese are the things our community stands for:Commitment to spiritual growth and character formationExpression of Christian values through responsible decisions and actionsHonesty and integrity in our academic, personal, and social livesPursuit of habits that promote self-controlHealthy interpersonal, sexual, and romantic relationshipsPersonal responsibility in decision makingTransformation through engagement and collaboration
13. Stephanie LobdellCampus Pastor
14. Spiritual Formation Plan 30 spiritual formation credits per semester (approx. 80+ available per semester)33 through M-W-F 10:20 AM Chapel10 through Freshman Belong Groups10 through CoSMO (Community Service)10 through Justice Talks8-12 through Worship NightsWellness Initiative
15. Joy StricklandAssistant Vice President for Student Success and Retention
16. CENTER FOR STUDENT SUCCESS
17. CENTER FOR STUDENT SUCCESS
18. The Center for Student Success provides academic enrichment resources, accessibility support, and the university test center. Location: Main Floor of the Library. Director: Dr. Lee Chambers (Lee.Chambers@mvnu.edu) Academic EnrichmentSupplemental Instruction (SI) - Regularly scheduled class review sessions for many challenging first and second year courses. Student SI leaders collaborate with faculty on session content.One-on-One Tutoring - Student peer tutors meet individually or in small groups to provide personalized assistance in many first and second year courses. Academic Peer Mentors - Academic Peer Mentors assist students in improving time management skills, organizational abilities, proofreading, and study strategies.CENTER FOR STUDENT SUCCESS
19. CENTER FOR STUDENT SUCCESSAcademic Enrichment Continued...•The Writing Lab- Creates a safe and friendly space for writers of all levels to share their work and receive thorough and considerate feedback from attentive peer tutors. The Writing Lab is supervised by an English professor so the tutoring is targeted and seamless with the classroom experience.The Center for Student Success also offers several first year credited courses that help new students successfully transition to the academic demands of higher education. Additionally, they run a four year Nease scholars program that begins with a summer bridge program called, The Nease Institute. Please see www.mvnu.edu/undergraduate/academics/css for more details about each of these opportunities.
20. CENTER FOR STUDENT SUCCESSAccessibility Services Accessibility Services facilitates equal access to all institutional opportunities for students who self-disclose a documented disability. MVNU fosters an accessible, inclusive, and compliant campus environment. To learn more about the accommodations process and request accommodations, please visit mvnu.edu/accessibilityservices.The Test CenterLocated on the third floor of the Thorne Library.•Quiet and secure testing environment for students with accommodations or other scheduled tests•PearsonVUE authorized•Limited hours during summer and school breaks•Questions or appointment scheduling, please email: testcenter@mvnu.edu
21. CAREER DEVELOPMENTLocated on the main floor of the Thorne Library.Director: Mr. Gary Swisher (Gary.Swisher@mvnu.edu) Provides students with guidance and resources in:Identifying suitable majorsPlanning their careersObtaining jobs and internshipsServices include: individual advising, career assessments, career exploration, graduate school information, job postings, resume guidance, interviewing, and networking.Career Development also offers in the fall CSS-2012 Career Planning & Preparation, a credited course that helps student explore or confirm a best fit major and career calling.
22. THORNE LIBRARY AND RESOURCE CENTERDirector: Mr. Tim Radcliffe, Assistant Professor (Timothy.Radcliffe@mvnu.edu) The Library provides access to:In-house physical collections (books, periodicals, media, etc.)OhioLINK resources (books, online databases, eArticles, eBooks, media, etc.)Study rooms (individual and group)Extended hours room for after-hours studyComputer labsFriendly, helpful library staff
23. Center for Student SuccessJoy.Strickland@mvnu.edu740-392-6868 x4281
24. Vickie WilliamsDirector of Student Financial Services
25. STUDENT FINANCIAL SERVICESStudent Accounts and Financial AidScholarshipsGrants Student LoansStudent Account Provide services and address questions regarding:
26. STUDENT FINANCIAL SERVICESStudent Accounts and Financial AidCash checks up to $200Process payments to Student AccountAccount viewable on student portalAccount determined by current student scheduleServices include:
27. STUDENT FINANCIAL SERVICESStudent Accounts and Financial AidFull paymentCashnet monthly payment planPrivate or parent loanCombination of payment optionsPayment Options:
28. STUDENT FINANCIAL SERVICESStudent Accounts and Financial AidAugust 10(for fall semester)Payment Deadline
29. STUDENT FINANCIAL SERVICESStudent Accounts and Financial AidAll communication from SFS will go to the student’s emailNo paper statement or bill will be mailedPerson proxy-gives you access to your student’s informationFERPA applies to account and financial aid informationCommunication
30. Student Financial ServicesFinancial.Aid@mvnu.edu740-392-6868 x4520
31. Sarah MowryAssistant Director of Res Life and RDDavid CalvareseResident Director
32. Residence LifeRESIDENCE HALLSPioneer & Galloway: FemalesOakwood: MalesHall Features: 2 residents/room; shared bathroom on floorUPPERCLASSMEN RESIDENCESBirch ApartmentsCedar ApartmentsCypress ApartmentsElmwood ApartmentsGalloway HallMaplewood ApartmentsRedwood Hall – Suite-styleRosewood ApartmentsSpruce ApartmentsApartment Features: 3 bedrooms, 1.5-2 bathrooms, living room & kitchenette housing 6 residentsResidential Requirement
33. Residence Life TeamPROFESSIONAL STAFF: 6 RESIDENT DIRECTORS (RDs)Oakwood Hall: David CalvareseGalloway Hall: Cara BoydPioneer Hall: Haley Conrad Apartments: Sarah Mowry, Elijah Arns, & Michaela Bruce\STUDENT STAFF: 30 RESIDENT ASSISTANTS (RAs)One RA per floor/apartment blockOne Student Mentor (SM) per floor in our residence halls
34. Residence Halls Close:ThanksgivingNovember 22 at 6:00pm – November 27 at 2:00pmChristmasDecember 9 at 6:00pm – January 11 at 2:00pmSpring BreakFebruary 24 at 6:00pm – March 12 at 2:00pmEnd of YearMay 5 at 6:00pm
35. Residence LifeWendi.Lahmon@mvnu.edu740-392-6868 x4602
36. Mel SevernsUniversity Registrar
37. FERPAFamily Educational Rights and Privacy ActAcademic InformationChapel Attendance InformationFinancial InformationHousing Information
38. Academic DatesAcademic Calendar Final Exam PolicyDecember 5-8, 2022May 2-5, 2023
39. Required of all new students:Move In DayAugust 25New Student InstituteAugust 26-28Classes BeginAugust 29
40. Parents are invited:SonfestSeptember 17OAKtoberfestOctober 8HomecomingNovember 11-12
41. Parent Session 22:55-3:30 pm
42. Tracy WaalVice President for Student Life
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49. Year 2 – VocationYear 3 – ServiceYear 4 - Launch
50. The Portrait of an MVNU Graduatewww.mvnu.edu/educationalframework
51. MVNU graduatesEmbrace learning and inquiry as a joyful act of worship in response to God’s grace Embody a commitment to developing the whole person through engaging the liberal arts Cultivate habits of academic excellence for ardent lifelong learning Integrate knowledge and practice in the disciplines and master essential professional skills for flourishing at workwww.mvnu.edu/educationalframework
52. Riley WikeMVNU Student
53. Eric BrowningDirector of Counseling and Wellness
54. How to help your college student:Let them be more independentHelp them prepare for failureHelp them develop healthy coping skillsEncourage them to seek help when necessary
55. Tracy WaalVice President for Student Life
56. Culture Shockthe personal disorientation a person may feel when experiencing a new way of life
57. Signs of Culture ShockInformation overloadLanguage barrierTechnology gapHomesicknessBoredomLonelinessDepression and sadnessIrritabilityAnxietySelf-doubtIrritabilityFatigue/Sleep deprivation
58. Culture ShockHoneymoonExcitement with new thingsSuperficial involvement with cultureInterest in learning; very motivated
59. Culture ShockNegotiationNewness wears offPrimary focus on differencesSmall differences feel like major issuesHomesickness
60. Culture ShockAdjustmentBecome more familiar with cultural cues“I’m here; I should make the most of it.”Feel more comfortable and less isolatedSense of humor returns
61. Culture ShockAdaptationFeeling at homeNew culture is no longer newAble to live to your full potential
62. September 20First evening residential students can go home overnight
63. Parent ResourcesHelping Your Child Transition to Collegehttps://collegeparents.org/2016/08/26/helping-your-child-transition-to-college/The Crucial First Week of College Classeshttps://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/head-the-class/201508/the-crucial-first-week-college-classes-get-good-startHow to Deal with Homesickness at Collegehttps://www.cnbc.com/2018/09/07/how-to-deal-with-homesickness-at-college.htmlAdult Skills Every 18-Year-Old Should Havehttps://qz.com/644491/a-stanford-dean-on-adult-skills-every-18-year-old-should-have/
64. Drive to chapel for the closing session.
65. New Student Orientation