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Your son or daughter wants your help in sorting it all out, even if it does not always seem that way. College is an exciting time for young people. They will discover a lot of new friends and activities which may keep them from coming home every weekend. This is not something to fear, it’s just normal part of them spreading their wings. You may browse the information here online, or call and request a copy of our “Answer to the questions parents ask about Wilmington College” booklet. Or just dial our toll-free number 1-800-341-9318, ext. 260 and we’ll answer your questions on the phone. Call the Admission Office any time it’s convenient. After business hours, just leave a message including the best time to call you back. We are looking forward to talking with you. Answer to the questions parents ask about Wilmington College Should parents visit Wilmington College with their sons and daughters? We strongly encourage you to come to campus, either on your own or during one of our open sessions. Choosing the right college is an important decision for the entire family, and you should play an active role. It’s best if you check out our facilities, programs and activities firsthand. Get a feel for who we are and what we have to offer. Talk with our professors and administrators, and by all means, talk with our current students. We think that’s the best way to get a clear picture of life at Wilmington College. Are the faculty really interested in the students, or do they spend most of their time doing research? One of the main reasons our professors have chosen to teach at Wilmington is because they enjoy the close relationship with students. Our average class size is only 17, and that allows faculty members to give each student individual attention. Our professors are involved outside the classroom as well. One of our professors takes students to rural Mississippi each year to build houses for Habitat for Humanity. Another professor takes students to Belize to learn about Quaker missions. Many other take a hands-on approach to finding internships and work programs for their students. One of the traditions of Wilmington College is that everyone — from faculty, students, to administrators — is on a first name basis. By getting issues of status and title out of the way, we can focus on the learning experience — together. Do students have faculty advisors to help them stay on track? Yes. Each student is assigned a full-time faculty member as an advisor. In their freshman year, this advisor is a professor that teaches one of the classes on the student’s current schedule. The advisor works with the student individually to make certain that requirements are met, options are explored and an academic major chosen. By the junior year, a student will have declared a major and will have an advisor from that field to assist him or her with advice about career choices, graduate school or employment options. How many courses should freshman students take? Normally, freshmen should enroll in four or five courses each semester. That would mean 15–16 semester hours (each hour in class per week equals a semester hour). In addition, students should spend two or more hours of study time for each hour spent in class. The faculty advisor will help balance the student's schedule to include core courses (required of all students), major requirements, and electives. When does the academic year begin? What about registration? Our school year begins in late August and ends in early May. Registration days are held four times each summer for entering freshmen. In addition, there is an extensive orientation session immediately before classes begin in the fall. If you would like more information about dates and times, just give us a call and ask for the Admission Office. Are students required to live on campus? Full-time students are required to live in the residence halls and take their meals in the campus dining room unless permission is granted by the Assistant Dean of Students. Exceptions to the residence hall requirement may be granted for the following: Are students permitted to have cars on campus? Any student is permitted to have a vehicle on campus after obtaining a parking permit from the Student One Stop Center. Students may park in any of the parking lots on campus. Parking permits cost $20/semester or $30/year. What are the residence halls like? Every residence hall has washers and dryers, vending machines and lounge facilities. Each student room is furnished with desks or study tables, chairs, beds, one dresser and wardrobe closets. With a few exceptions, all are double occupancy. Each room has a telephone and cable TV hookup and are wired for computer access. (see computers, below) What should my son or daughter bring for the room? Less is better. Remember, roommates also have belongings. It is a good idea for roommates to communicate with each other before deciding what to bring. Also, it may be more practical to purchase some items locally instead of hauling them all the way from home. The following is a list of items to bring: Should students bring their own computers? Students who already have computers may want to bring them, but don’t feel the need to buy one. Computers are available to all students at no charge in the three computer labs in the Robinson Communication Center. The staff is on duty 106 hours each week to provide assistance. For those who bring their own computers, the dorms are all fully “wired.” Students can purchase a customized network card from the computer lab to hook up their own computers to the campus network from their dorm rooms. This will give students access to software servers, email accounts and the Internet. For more information, please contact Computer Services at (937) 382-6661, ext. 551. The following are NOT allowed in the residence halls: Hot plates, immersion coils, electric skillets, toasters, toaster ovens, microwave ovens, outside antennae, space heaters, unsafe extension cords, gang outlets, refrigerators larger than 4 cubic feet, air conditioners, sun lamps, flammable carpets or draperies. How are roommates assigned? Roommates are assigned according to their responses to the survey questions on the housing application. These questions deal with preferences in such areas as smoking, cleaning, music preferences, study habits, and sleeping habits. Students are permitted to request a specific residence hall. A request for a specific roommate can be indicated on the housing application and must be mutual between the two individuals involved. The earlier any special request about housing is made, the greater the likelihood that it can be granted. Is Wilmington College a safe place? Yes. Feeling safe is one of the advantages of being in a small, friendly town. Furthermore, we take extra steps to make certain that our campus is as safe as possible. For example, residence halls are always locked (just as you lock your home when you’re not there). At night, a free escort service is available for students walking across campus and the campus is well-lighted so students feel comfortable and secure. The main campus also has a 24 hour uniformed campus safety patrol. Is there anyone in the residence halls my son or daughter can turn to for help? Probably the first member of the Residence Life Staff that each resident student will meet is the Resident Assistant (RA). There is an RA for every hall in the residence halls. RAs can answer questions about Wilmington College or direct the questions to someone who can. They are also in charge of planning social and educational programs for the members of their hall. Students can also go to the Students Affairs staff with questions or problems. Who takes care of students who get sick? Professional health care for minor disorders is provided at the on-campus Health Clinic. A physician and registered nurse are available on weekdays. For more serious illness, referrals are made to local physicians and clinics. Weekend and emergency needs are handled by Clinton Memorial Hospital, a full-service health care facility just five minutes from campus. What dining service is available? Wilmington’s dining service is catered by the Sodexho Marriott Corporation, which offers students a choice of two meal plans — Carte Blanche and the Block Plan. Carte Blanche gives students unlimited access to dining services from the opening breakfast hour to the closing dinner hour. Individuals can come and go through the dining hall as often as they like. The plan also includes $25 in Flex Dollars that can be used in the Underground dining area. The Block Plan is a more traditional dining option that provides for 160 meals per semester with $85 designated in Flex Dollars. How meals are scheduled over the course of the semester is entirely up to the student. Students residing on campus are required to participate in the meal plan with the exception of students living in the Campus Village or College Commons. Of course they and students residing off-campus are eligible to enroll in the meal plan. Are the costs of books included in the tuition and fees figure? No. Estimate approximately $300 - $500 for books each semester. In many cases, used books can be purchased from other students at lower costs. Can students get part-time jobs on campus? There are work-study jobs on campus that let students earn up to $1550 through financial aid. Students must apply for these jobs. Assistance is provided by the Career Center and the Human Resources Office, which lists all openings on campus. Having a job doesn't have to mean missing out on student activities. Hours are flexible and we will assist students in rearranging work schedules for midterm exams and special events. Must my son or daughter open a checking account at a Wilmington bank? No, it’s not absolutely necessary, but it’s a good idea. There are six banks with numerous locations in the community such as, Fifth Third, National City Bank, National Bank & Trust and Liberty Savings. There is also a 24 hour automatic teller machine on campus available to students. In addition, students may cash personal checks at the Business Office for up to $50 and at the bookstore for up to $25. Are there tuition payment plans? Yes. Arrangements can be made with outside agencies to make monthly payments over the course of the academic year. Major credit cards are also accepted. Monthly payment plans must be set up with the Student One Stop Center before the semester begins. For complete details, please call our toll-free number and ask for the Business Office. We’ll be happy to help. What is religious life like at Wilmington College? While Wilmington College was founded on Christian principles, we do not require students to participate in religious activities. We do encourage them to make connections with their preferred denomination while at college. Specific information about location and worship times is available through the Campus Ministry Office. In addition to attending local church services, many students are involved in campus organizations such as the Baptist Student Union, Chi Alpha, Catholic Campus Ministry, College Young Friends, and the Fellowship of Christian Students. What student activities are available on campus? There are over 75 activities to choose from. About one-third of our students are involved in varsity sports and about two-thirds participate in our intramural programs. All students have access to the YMCA located on campus, and the College has an Olympic-sized swimming pool at Hermann Court. There are an abundance of other activities as well, including fraternities and sororities, clubs, student government, honor societies, and religious organizations. For details on specific interests, give us a call. What activities are available for the commuter students? All activities are open to commuter students. In addition there is the Commuter Concerns group, which provides a sounding board for students who live off-campus. What career services are available? The Career Center offers assistance and information to all students and alumni. Resources include the career library, specialized computer programs, workshops and individual counseling. The Job Board, on-campus recruiting, and the jobs bulletin inform students about full-time, part-time, internships, and summer job openings. Advice on job search strategies, resumes, and interviewing techniques is also available. We make it a point to help students identify and explore occupational abilities and interests so that they can look forward to a successful career after college. What types of academic assistance are available? The Wilmington College Academic Resource Center helps students become effective and efficient learners. Various services are provided by reading/study specialists, trained student tutors (many of whom are certified) and group leaders. There is no charge for this learning assistance. If you feel that your son or daughter might need help in English, math, time management or has other special learning needs, call (937) 382-6661, ext. 430 for more specific information. Will I be notified if my son or daughter is having academic difficulties? Students are responsible for telling parents how they are doing in college. Students having difficulties will be encouraged to seek help from the Academic Resource Center, which offers peer tutoring, special assistance in writing and math skills, and Supplemental Instruction, which is group study sessions that integrate learning strategies with course content. Professors will notify students about their progress in each course in the middle of the term. The Associate Dean of the Faculty will notify students in writing in the middle of the term if they are in academic jeopardy. At the end of the term, a student can be put on academic probation or dismissed, with right of appeal. Wilmington provides all the tools for students to be successful. It is up to each student to attend class, do the work required, utilize the resources available and get help if needed. Early Alert Retention Protocol: When students are unable to attend class, they should notify the Nurse or the Office of Academic Affairs. In the event that a student misses the equivalent of an entire week of classes without appropriate notification, faculty will alert the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs. The Associate Dean will meet weekly with representatives from Athletics, Admission, Business, Financial Aid and Student Services to discuss the student's status. The Associate Dean will communicate with students who are consistently absent from classes without an excuse to discuss a course of action. A second occurrence of a week-long absence from all classes without notification to the Office of Academic Affairs will result in a discussion and possible implementation of an immediate administrative withdrawal from the College and, as it applies, residence hall. Once my son or daughter is enrolled, is there someone I can turn to for answers to my questions? Certainly. If you have any questions or concerns about your son or daughter, there is plenty of help available. Just call our toll-free number (below) and ask for the Dean of Students, ext. 270. The Dean will refer you to the student’s own faculty advisor or to the person best able to assist you. As we said in the beginning of this section, we look forward to talking with you. |
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