<strong>Campus</strong> ResourcesADMISSIONSNoonan Hall, First Floor, 712-279-5200The Office of Admissions serves new students from their early interest through completionof the enrollment process, including financial aid. The admissions office also serves studentswho are transferring from other colleges <strong>and</strong>/or community colleges.ALUMNI OFFICENoonan Hall, 712-279-1705The Alumni Office builds relationships <strong>and</strong> engages alumni through special events, such asHomecoming; guest lecturers for specific majors; h<strong>and</strong>s-on internship opportunities; careercoaching <strong>and</strong> personal mentorship of our students. Students who graduate or complete 30credits before leaving are deemed alumni <strong>and</strong> are part of the more than 10,000-member<strong>Briar</strong> <strong>Cliff</strong> Alumni Association.ATHLETIC OFFICENewman Flanagan Center, 712-279-1646Athletics are a vital component of a liberal arts education. All full-time students who meetthe eligibility rules of BCU <strong>and</strong> the NAIA may compete in athletics at the <strong>University</strong>. Formen, BCU offers baseball, basketball, cross country, football, golf, soccer, track <strong>and</strong> field,<strong>and</strong> wrestling. Women compete in basketball, cross country, golf, soccer, softball, track <strong>and</strong>field, competitive cheer/dance, <strong>and</strong> volleyball. The emphasis centers on the educationalvalue of participation. Athletic scholarships are available.BOOKSTOREHeelan Hall, first floor 279-5416The Eldon <strong>and</strong> Regina Roth <strong>Campus</strong> Bookstore carries many items, including books, IPADaccessories, school supplies for class projects, Hurley backpacks, all name br<strong>and</strong>s of BCUappeal, BCU loadable gift cards <strong>and</strong> Itunes cards too. BCU memorabilia, greeting cards,jewelry, health products, <strong>and</strong> residence life supplies, hammocks that can second as a couchunder the loft <strong>and</strong> a Kodak Kiosk for printing <strong>and</strong> creating gifts. The Bookstore also carriesfood, c<strong>and</strong>y, soda, orange juice <strong>and</strong> power drinks. A <strong>Campus</strong> Book Rental Kiosk is availablefor book rentals, another service choice for the students. This service requires a credit cardas this service doesn’t go on the student account. Online ordering of books through theBCU bookstore web page is another option. A current BCU photo ID is required for allaccount charges. Please visit our website: www.cliffshop.com.BUSINESS OFFICENoonan Hall, G2, 712-279-5440 or 712-279-1717Students may visit the Business Office to check the balance on their student account <strong>and</strong> tomake payments on their account. Account statements may be viewed anytime online <strong>and</strong>are sent out in hard copy format at the start of each semester, with payment in full orpayment arrangements made by the due date specified. Payments may be made in cash orby check, credit card, or ACH transfer. The Business Office also assists students employedon campus with payroll forms, including W-4, I-9, <strong>and</strong> applications for directdeposit. Student paychecks, direct deposit advices, <strong>and</strong> financial aid refund checks may bepicked up at the Business Office. End of year tax forms, W-2 <strong>and</strong> 1098T, are issued by theBusiness Office as well. Other services offered include check cashing services (up to $200;photo ID required) <strong>and</strong> stamps available for purchase.8
Health InsuranceAll students carrying nine or more credit hours on the <strong>Briar</strong> <strong>Cliff</strong> <strong>University</strong> campus arerequired to carry health insurance. Coverage may be through the student’s parents orthrough insurance students carry on their own. Policy information is requested during thevalidation process <strong>and</strong> is maintained as a part of the student’s university record.CAMPUS EVENTS COORDINATORStark Student Center, 712-279-5393The <strong>Campus</strong> Events Department serves the <strong>Briar</strong> <strong>Cliff</strong> Community in organizing <strong>and</strong>completing all the details pertinent to individual meetings <strong>and</strong> large group gatherings.Events are added to the <strong>University</strong> master calendar <strong>and</strong> are tracked until completion of thelast details. Functions are added to the master calendar via the virtual EMS program (EventManagement System) on the BCYou homepage. To avoid scheduling conflicts, employees<strong>and</strong> student groups must use the EMS system to reserve campus facilities for meetings,programs, <strong>and</strong> activities, as well as reserve audio/visual/technical equipment <strong>and</strong>/or foodservice. Many events are also cross-listed on the <strong>University</strong> public events calendar, found onthe BCU homepage.CAMPUS MINISTRY/BCCARESHeelan Hall, 040, 712-279-5227<strong>Campus</strong> Ministry focuses on the spiritual life <strong>and</strong> pastoral care needs of the BCU community,offering a variety of opportunities for liturgical involvement, retreats, Bible study/prayergroups <strong>and</strong> RCIA. It strives to provide an environment for community building <strong>and</strong>meaningful ministry opportunities nationally <strong>and</strong> internationally for students <strong>and</strong> employeesincluding mission trips during “J” term, May term, <strong>and</strong> Spring Break. It also seeks toeducate <strong>and</strong> involve the BCU community in a deeper underst<strong>and</strong>ing <strong>and</strong> living out of theCatholic Franciscan values which are core to the unique identity of <strong>Briar</strong> <strong>Cliff</strong>.<strong>Campus</strong> Ministry is the central office on campus for local service opportunities. <strong>Campus</strong>Ministry’s service division, known as BCCares, provides students opportunities to volunteeron <strong>and</strong> off campus through a variety of programs <strong>and</strong> projects. Special projects include theSenior Citizen’s Luncheon, the Christmas Party for People with Disabilities, <strong>and</strong> the EasterEgg Hunt. BCCares can connect students with other opportunities off campus that includebut are not limited to the Mission of the Messiah, Soup Kitchen, <strong>and</strong> Habitat for Humanity.CAMPUS RECREATION <strong>and</strong> INTRAMURALSStudent Development Office, Stark Student Center, 712-279-5221The Recreation <strong>and</strong> Intramurals program provides students, employees, <strong>and</strong> alumni with avariety of fun activities for participants of all skill levels. Intramurals also serve as a greatway to meet new people, learn new things, <strong>and</strong> develop interests in lifelong sports <strong>and</strong>games. A variety of team <strong>and</strong> individual activities are offered, including leagues <strong>and</strong>tournaments for flag football, basketball, volleyball, dodge ball, soccer, ping pong, pool <strong>and</strong>more! Look for notices from campus life staff announcing events <strong>and</strong> how to participate, orstay updated by checking out the Intramurals web page on the <strong>Briar</strong> <strong>Cliff</strong> website.CAMPUS SECURITYHeelan Hall, 712-279-5430 (office) <strong>and</strong> 898-1888 (cell)The main responsibility of <strong>Briar</strong> <strong>Cliff</strong> Security is for the physical safety of our students, faculty<strong>and</strong> staff. <strong>Briar</strong> <strong>Cliff</strong> Security also ensures the safety of <strong>University</strong> property which includeslocking <strong>and</strong> securing buildings, reporting suspicious activity to law enforcement, enforcementof parking regulations, <strong>and</strong> reporting any emergencies to local authorities. <strong>Campus</strong> securityhas a good working relationship with the Sioux City Police <strong>and</strong> Fire Departments.9