Student Handbook - Claflin University

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WEDNESDAY
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IMPORTANT ACADEMIC DATES
DECEMBER
3 - 8 Final Examinations for Undergraduate and Graduates
8 Residence Halls close fro Christmas Break at 12:00 p.m. (all students)
19 University closed for Christmas break at 5:00 p.m.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
SRC West
Female, Capacity- 72/3 floors, Computer Lab, Student Lounges, Free Laundry Facilities, Single Room
Suites equipped with cable, telephone and internet access.
SRC East
Female, Capacity- 48/3 floors, Computer Lab, Student Lounges, Free Laundry Facilities, Single Room
Suites equipped with cable, telephone and internet access.
Other Buildings
Campus Bookstore
The Claflin University Bookstore is located in Calhoun-Downs Laymen Hall. The hours of operation
are 9:00 A.M to 5:00 P.M., Monday through Friday. Store hours are extended during the start of each
semester. Along with textbooks and school supplies, the store offers general reading books, software,
compact discs, cassette tapes, posters, a variety of snacks, gift items, and school and Greek
paraphernalia. The store is managed by Follett Higher Education Group.
Dunwalton
In honor of the late Dr. Lewis M. Dunton, the name DUNWALTON was retained for the residence
of the president. The structure is modern in design and has adequate space for entertaining University
guests. The building was erected in 1971 on the site of the former home of the late Dr. and Mrs.
Dunton.
James and Dorothy Z. Elmore Chapel
The chapel was erected in 2007. The main sanctuary seats 500 and 52 choir chairs. The lower level
houses the Department of Philosophy and Religion, Chaplain’s Office, and classrooms. The walls of
the Chapel hold within them a sanctuary of outstanding beauty and presence. In consecration, it will
also become a place for spiritual reflection and religious service and for the edification of the
university’s students and the campus and community beyond.
Ministers’ Hall
Minister’s Hall was erected in 1913. This brick structure was used as the University dining hall until
fall 1984. The building is being renovated into a Performing Arts Center with a 200 seat auditorium,
service kitchen and a meeting room. The building is listed in the National Register of Historic Places.
Trustee Hall
Erected in 1895,Trustee Hall is the oldest structure on campus and is located in the National Historic
District. The facility has one classroom, several faculty offices and the Department of Humanities and
Social Sciences. This building is listed in the National Register of Historic Places.
Boulevard Property
The Student Outreach and Retention Center (SOAR) were erected in 1985. This building houses the
TRIO Programs consisting of Upward Bound, Upward Bound Mathematics and Science Initiative
(PRISM) and Student Support Services and Professional and Continuing Studies office.
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