2006-2007 Student Handbook - University of the Incarnate Word

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We assist first year students in identifying the appropriate resources for their academic success. First Yearstudents learn to understand “You own your Education” which introduces self responsibility and anawareness of their path to success!We assist first year students in obtaining:• Academic Success• Selection of Major• Study Skills• Time Management Skills• Campus Involvement• Campus Resources• A Peer MentorFoundation, Corporate & Government RelationsPhone: 829-2752 or 829-3948 (Back to TOC)This office is responsible for cultivating donor relationships with corporations—local, national andmultinational—as well as philanthropic foundations and the federal government. It continually researchesopportunities for funding from those sources, and submits proposals and applications accordingly. Theoffice assists faculty, staff and administrators in developing and preparing funding proposals and alsoinitiates its own projects and programs, writing proposals for their funding.Health ServicesPhone: 829-6017 (Back to TOC)At UIW, students are encouraged to take responsibility for their body, mind, and sprit and develop theirown personal wellness plan. Support is given for changes resulting in continued improvement and growth.The Campus Health Center assists students who are in need of basic medical service, health informationand health-related counseling.Campus PhysicianA doctor is available on campus Tuesdays, 8:30-10:30 am on a walk-in basis. Students’ medical recordsare confidential and maintained in the Campus Health Center. For any health services, please present yourStudent I.D. Seriously ill students are referred to an urgent care clinic or emergency room when deemednecessary by the Health Center Staff a hospital or the clinic of their choice.Health InsuranceEvery full-time undergraduate student is required to have health insurance. The University automaticallyassesses the cost of its student accident and sickness insurance plan against each student account. Thechanges will not be removed until the student provides a signed waiver and proof of insurance to theBusiness Office or Health Services. Insurance must be waived within 25 days of the first day of thesemester.The health insurance charges on a student’s bill automatically enrolls the student in the plan.The insurance plan protects students 24 hours of the day while at home, at school or traveling and is ineffect during interim vacation periods. Participation in intercollegiate athletics is not covered for domesticstudents; however, it is a prt of the international student health insurance plan.Health insurance coverage is available for dependents at an additional charge. Detailed information on thecoverage and cost is available from the Campus Health Center.24
ImmunizationAll full-time entering freshmen and transfer students must have an up-to-date immunization record in theCampus Health Center. Health services can provide the list of required immunizations on request.TransportationThe Campus Health Center can help students arrange transportation to and from a doctor’s office or othermedical facility.Institutional AdvancementPhone: 829-2748 (Back to TOC)The Division of Institutional Advancement coordinates and manages all fundraising activities amongfaculty, staff, alumni, parents, students, friends, corporations, foundations, community and governmentagencies and other organizations to provide support for University operations, capital projects and theendowment.The professional staff works closely with the University Development Board, a voluntary group of 50businessmen and women who assist the University of the Incarnate Word with fund-raising programs andspecial events.Institutional Advancement also provides direction for all campus-sponsored fundraising. Studentorganizations, campus organizations and individual students desiring to raise funds for personal or groupprojects and programs should contact the Vice President of IA or the Director of Development for adviceand assistance. Information will be provided about appropriate fundraising procedures and the initiativewill be assessed to determine if official University endorsement can be awarded.Instructional Technology ServicesPhone: 829-3923 (Back to TOC)UIW provides you with many resources to make the best possible use of technology in your studies. Thereare computers dedicated to scholarly research located throughout the library. A special computer assistancedesk is set up in the Mabee Library First Floor Stack Area where patrons can have their computer questionsanswered. In addition, students have dedicated access to the computer lab located in the Media ServicesCenter, The main source for these services is the Media Services Center, located on the ground floor ofMabee Library, though there are computers and printers available for student use located throughout thelibrary.The Media Services Center offers a full complement of technology services and tools, including computers,printers, scanners, graphics and multimedia design and editing tools. Individualized and group training onspecific technology topics or applications is also available to students through the Center. For a completelist of services available at the Media Services Center, point your browser to:http://support.uiwtx.edu/InstructionalTechnology/services.html.Please note that most services available through Instructional Technology are free to university students,but there are fees charged for some services. The Media Center is open seven days a week.Monday - ThursdayFridaySaturdaySunday8 am - midnight8 am – 5 pm1 pm – 5 pm2 pm – 10 pmContact the Instructional Technology Offices by calling 829-3945 or emailing mediacenter@uiwtx.edu.25
Page 3: Table of ContentsNon-Discrimination
Page 6 and 7: Dean of Campus Life WelcomeDear Stu
Page 8 and 9: STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION EXEC
Page 10 and 11: UIW Directory (Back to TOC)Topic Co
Page 14 and 15: Athletic ComplexPhone: 829-6050 (Ba
Page 16 and 17: Once the student has had returned c
Page 18 and 19: The University ID card is nontransf
Page 20 and 21: Call BoxesTo enhance access to secu
Page 22 and 23: student tuition (which covers appro
Page 26 and 27: At the Media Services Center (or on
Page 28 and 29: Coffee ShopFinnegan’s in Room 126
Page 30 and 31: with other Greek organizations, for
Page 32 and 33: Registrar’s OfficePhone: 829-6006
Page 34 and 35: Student LockersPhone: 829-6034 (Bac
Page 36 and 37: First, point your browser to:http:/
Page 38 and 39: • The turning in of the same work
Page 40 and 41: Complaint Policy (Back to TOC)Stude
Page 42 and 43: Resources, Administration Building,
Page 44 and 45: If the complaint involves an indivi
Page 46 and 47: 9. Date and place of birth10. Major
Page 48 and 49: off-campus conduct affects a substa
Page 50: employees have a legitimate need to
Page 53 and 54: a. Threatening or causing physical
Page 55 and 56: 4. Decisions made by the SCRC or th
Page 57 and 58: hearing officer who feels they cann
Page 59 and 60: e. Loss of PrivilegesDenial of spec
Page 61 and 62: F. Final Review1. Accused students
Page 63 and 64: Section 11Policy on Parental Notifi
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Page 67 and 68: 3. Long-Term Health ProblemsAlcohol
Page 69 and 70: Sanctions imposed by the university
Page 71 and 72: 3. Stimulants (Amphetamine, Cocaine
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half-naked in extreme heat at the r
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educe the risk of infection; and (2
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Canvassing or solicitation for fund
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7. On this campus, silence and pass
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ehavior based on the type of pressu
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of the campus community. The univer
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What should I do if I am uncertain
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charge of the hearing will exercise
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Registration and BenefitsStudent or
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Information properly obtained for l
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Student Receipt of Complaint Proced
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Appeal Form For Student Complaints
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