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12 East Stroudsburg University | Student Handbook 2012-2014 | www.esu.edu University Services University Health Insurance All students of the university are encouraged to have health and accident insurance coverage. Current insurance information for an affordable, but limited plan, is available at the start of the academic year in the “At A Glance” publication. Information is also available on the ESU website for Health Services. The plan must be purchased at the beginning of the fall or spring semester during the enrollment period. (Certain exceptions are made for students with life changes such as when they no longer are covered under a parent’s plan). Additional information is available at University Health Services, or from the Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs, 121 Reibman Administration Building. NOTE: All students participating in intercollegiate athletics must show proof of acceptable insurance coverage to Athletic Training Services. University Store 570-422-BOOK (422-2665) | www.esubookstore.com The University Store, located on the lower level of the University Center, supports the academic and service mission of East Stroudsburg University through the sale of books, supplies, and technology products to the students, faculty, staff, and alumni of the university. The primary function of the store is to provide course books, both new and used, and supplies required for course work as well as other products and services that enhance the collegiate experience. The faculty and store cooperate in the process of making course books available to students. The store offers the following products: general books, educational-priced computer software, supplies, stationery, campus apparel, prerecorded media, greeting cards, glassware, class rings, gifts, and assorted imprinted items. The store also offers shipping, fax, money orders, textbook reservation and special orders for clothing. University Store hours: Monday – Friday.............................................8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday............................................................... Noon to 4 p.m. Sunday.....................................................................................Closed NOTE: Store hours are during the academic year while classes are in session. At the beginning of each semester, the store is open additional evening hours. Upward Bound 570-422-3476 Upward Bound is a highly successful, college-based program of rigorous academic instruction, individualized tutoring and counseling for high school students, who are the first generation of their families to consider post secondary education. The program is designed to motivate and academically prepare these students to successfully complete high school, and to enter and graduate from college. Upward Bound is structured so that sessions are provided year round through the summer and academic year components. During the summer, Upward Bound students live on the university campus and participate in an intensive academic program, with emphasis on English, mathematics, science, and writing. Electives and counseling also are offered. In the academic year, students receive academic instruction, tutoring, counseling and SAT preparation on Saturdays at East Stroudsburg University. Counselors follow students’ progress in high school and the students learn about the college application process and financial aid. To apply, contact the Director of Upward Bound at 285 Normal St., 570-422-3476. Women’s Center 570-422-3378 The Women’s Center, located in Rosenkrans East, provides a drop-in center and supportive networking environment for all campus women—students, faculty and staff. In addition, the Women’s Center offers educational workshops on a variety of topics, supports political action for social change relevant to women, maintains a resource library on women’s issues and sponsors student attendance at women’s conferences and other special events for Women’s History Month in March. The Women’s Center emphasizes and encourages the involvement of diverse groups of women including women of all races and ethnicities, sexual orientations, ages and physical abilities. The Convenience Store features snacks, sodas, juices, and frozen and microwaveable foods. It also offers health and beauty aids, cards, supplies and film. The entrance is on University Plaza near the bridge. Convenience Store hours: Monday – Thursday............................... 7:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday.............................................................. 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday................................... Noon to 8 p.m.
About the Student Activity Association, Inc. The Student Activity Association, Inc., is incorporated under the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Its board of directors is composed of four university administrators and five students; regular meetings are held four times during the academic year. ESU Student Senate Constitution The Student Senate Constitution is available to any student or campus organization who wishes to review it. Copies are available in the Student Senate Office in the University Center. The Student Senate – Purpose n To promote the general welfare of the students of the university; n To constitute a medium for expressing student opinion on matters of general interest; n To provide experience for its members in leadership and the practice of democratic government; n To charter and oversee university student organizations; n To administer the allocation of student activity funds; and n To perform any duty necessary in the accomplishment of the above stated purposes. The Student Senate—Mission Statement To accurately represent the views of the East Stroudsburg University student body and provide services to individual students that will advance their academic and social progress at the university. Student Senate Working Committees Academic Affairs Committee This standing committee deals directly with academic issues such as: the grade appeals policy, the academic calendar, and the snow closing policy. After reviewing these issues, it recommends changes first to the Student Senate and then to the appropriate university committees. Extra-Curricular Affairs Committee This committee reviews and processes the constitutions of all prospective and recognized organizations; ensures that activities of organizations are consistent with all SAA, Inc. policies; and advises students on policies concerning structure and procedures of SAA organizations’ meetings, events, constitutions and privileges. www.esu.edu | Student Handbook 2012-2014 | East Stroudsburg University ||||||||||||| STUDENT ACTIVITY ASSOCIATION |||||||||||||||||||||||||| & Student Senate Finance Committee The Finance Committee is responsible for distributing student activity funds to recognized student organizations and clubs, and developing an annual budget which best reflects the needs and desires of the student body. This committee deals with all budget problems and processes. Public Relations Committee This committee works to get the word out about the programs and services provided by the Student Senate for student organizations and the student body. Special Events Committee This committee conducts special projects throughout the year such as, but not limited to: coordinating elections, fundraisers, educational and service programs and other events as they pertain to the Student Senate. Student Affairs Committee The Student Affairs Committee deals with general problems that arise in the course of student life and activities. The committee is open to any suggestions concerning studentrelated problems. Membership Membership of the Student Senate consists of executive officers: president, vice president, secretary, treasurer; chairpersons of all standing, special and ad-hoc committees, and a maximum of 35 elected senators. Each class (freshman, sophomore, junior, senior) will be guaranteed five senate seats. There will be five guaranteed senate seats for graduate students. The remaining senate seats will be filled on an at-large basis by the highest remaining vote getters, regardless of class year. Student Activity Association Incorporated Budget The Student Activity Association budget is more than $1.2 million and funds more than 70 campus clubs and organizations including: academic clubs, administrative clubs, varsity athletics, Campus Activities Board, club sports, performing arts, publications/media, special interest clubs, the University Center, and the Office of Student Activities. The Student Activity Association budget is available to any student or campus organization who wishes to see it. Requests should be directed to the Student Senate Office in the University Center. Student Activity fee money is not used for any type of partisan political endorsement or for contributions to the campaign fund for any candidate for elective office. However, honorariums may be paid to political figures that are invited to speak on campus as part of a program available to students. 13 Student Activity Association | Student Senate
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