Commuter Orientation Joy Bryant, Alumni Relations Monica Perez, Counseling & Health
Frequently Asked Questions LOGISTICS What are the options for food? What about parking? Where can I hang out between classes CAMPUS LIFE What is there to do? Who do I need to know? What services are available Are there other expectations of me?
WHAT are the options for food? COST / PAYMENT Flex account with Pioneer Services LOCATIONS Dining Commons The Grill The Coffee Shop
WHAT about parking? Commuter Parking Permit – PERMITS ARE FREE… tickets are not – Register at myswu.edu (Student tab) – Pick up the permit from your Post Office Mailbox (make sure you get one!) Parking locations – Newby Education Center – Gravel lot across from Newton Hobson Chapel & Fine Arts Center – Tysinger Athletic Center
Where can I hang out between classes and for homework? Newton Hobson Green Room – 2 nd floor Warrior Pit / Picnic Area The Coffee Shop Commuter Lounge – Jennings Campus Life Center – 3 rd floor – Rickman Library – 2 nd floor Residence Hall Lobbies
What is there to do? Intramural Sports Game/Activity Room (Jennings Campus Life Center) Athletic Events Fine Arts Events Homecoming Volleyball/Basketball/Tennis at the Warrior Pit Fitness/Weight Room (Tysinger Athletic Center) Student Activities – check the website calendar for updates Service Projects Student Government
WHAT IS THERE TO DO?
WHO do I need to know? Dr. Joe Brockinton, Vice President of Student Life Dr. Justin Carter, Associate VP of Student Life Yvonne Duckett, Career Services Monica Perez, Counseling & Health Services Lori Herron, University Nurse Maggie Turner, Community Engagement Rev. Ken Dill, University Chaplain Rev. Dave Tolan, Missionary in Residence
Who do I need to know? Dr. Joe Brockinton Vice President for Student Life
Who do I need to know? Dr. Justin Carter Associate VP for Student Life
Who do I need to know? Yvonne Duckett Career Services
Who do I need to know? Monica Perez Counseling & Health Services
Who do I need to know? Lori Herron University Nurse
Who do I need to know? Rev. Ken Dill University Chaplain
Who do I need to know? Rev. Dave Tolan Missionary in Residence
WHAT services are available? Career Services (check the timeline – start early!) Counseling & Health Center Computer labs Practice rooms Library Tutoring / Writing coach SWU Alert Notification System – Text: ‘swualerts’ to 74679
Are there other expectations of me? Build relationships! – Engage with other students – develop lifelong friendships – Speak with professors outside of class – they are there to educate and support you – Mentor relationships will change the trajectory of your life Go to chapel! – Commuters have the same requirements as resident students (24 per semester of approximately 40 chapels offered) – Check online for the schedule/upcoming events Get the most out of your education! – Career planning starts now – internships, work study and summer jobs can help