Dr. Lin's Instructional Web - Barry University

The purpose of the Office of Orientation and First Year Programs is to provide
assistance to all new students at Barry University.
By providing information, advocacy and targeted programming, the office seeks to
enhance a student’s educational experience by assuring a smooth transition into the Barry
community. Through personal attention to each new student, the Office of Orientation and
First Year Programs provides a pivotal link in strengthening the caring environment of Barry
University.
Furthermore, the Office of Orientation and First Year Programs strives to provide a
positive and holistic educational experience, which prepares students for successful collegiate
careers.
RESIDENTIAL LIFE
Mark Stier, M.S., Director
Jean Hock, M.S., Assistant Director for Administration
Thompson Hall 202, 305-899-3875
e-mail: reslife@mail.barry.edu
Web Page: http://www2.barry.edu/vpss/res.html
PURPOSE STATEMENT
The purpose of the residence life program is to work with students, staff, and
faculty in the creation of a caring and learning environment in which students can find
opportunities to excel academically and interpersonally. The department provides ways in
which students can better understand themselves and others in their community.
For learning to occur, the department believes that the following conditions must be
satisfied:
1. That each student is viewed as a unique member of the community.
2. That students find stimulation for learning through individual and group educational
and developmental opportunities.
3. That the environment provides opportunity for interaction and collaboration so that
students, faculty and staff share in the development of goals and the resulting
responsibilities.
4. That the rights and responsibilities of all members of the community are
recognized.
5. That learning as a process is as valuable as learning as a product.
The university provides on campus residences to offer students an opportunity to
live, study and develop as whole persons within a community educational setting. A resident
will profit from this experience to the extent they choose to participate and to develop their
own creative leadership skills.
The Residential Life staff assists the residents in making their campus living a caring
community conducive to their social and educational development.
They provide quality service, protect the rights of all residents in a safe and secure
residence, and maintain pleasant and sanitary conditions in a caring environment.
The university has specific housing policies and regulations. These policies are
specified in the Housing Agreement and published in The Resident’s Manual.
OFF-CAMPUS HOUSING SERVICE
Web Page: http://www2.Barry.edu/VPSS-vpoffice/off-campus-housing.asp
The Office of Residential Life provides listings of facilities available off campus.
The information is posted outside of the Office of Residential Life and students are welcome to
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