n EDUCATIONAL SERVICES Policies and programs contained in this section are effective August, 2010. The University reserves the right to change, without notice, any rules, policies, fees, or other matters through official action. CAMPUS LIFE Waynesburg University is a learning community that provides both classroom and co-curricular opportunities for the intellectual, emotional, physical, and spiritual growth and development of students. Students are encouraged to participate in the governance of campus affairs, the planning and implementation of campus activities, and service opportunities on and off campus. The Educational Services staff, under the direction of the Vice President for Educational Services, stands ready as a resource to assist students in the transition to college life and with everyday concerns that arise in the course of the academic year. The Educational Services staff is committed to the development of an educationally meaningful environment, providing help in the resolution of problems, maintaining the standards of the campus community, and lending expertise in the development of programs and services that benefit student life. CHRISTIAN LIFE As a Christian institution of higher education, Waynesburg University offers programs and services consistent with that mission. The policies that have been established reflect the commitment of the University to its Christian identity and educational purposes. It is expected that students who enroll in Waynesburg University are aware of this mission and these goals. This commitment has implications for student behavior and participation in the community life of Waynesburg University. CHRISTIAN ACTIVITIES Chapel is held on a weekly basis. Chapel is a time for the entire college community to gather for worship through song, prayer, and a speaker. As an opportunity for Christian worship, the Chapel service is interdenominational in liturgy and style. All members of the campus community are invited to attend. Student organizations consist of “Upper Room” (Contemporary Praise and Worship), the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA), the Newman Club, and the King’s Court. FCA meets for weekly devotions and special activities. The Newman Club exists for the spiritual growth of Roman Catholic students. Upper Room provides a contemporary-style worship service on Sunday evenings. King’s Court is a Christian Drama Troupe, which leads worship through drama at area churches. Bible studies are available in each of the residence halls. Any student may find out more information by contacting the Chaplain of the University, his or her resident director, or the Student Services office. The Chaplain of the University is an ordained Minister of the Word and Sacraments in the Presbyterian Church (USA). He is available for spiritual counseling, and pastoral care within the university community. NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION An orientation program is held for first-year and transfer students at the beginning of each semester. Students take placement tests, familiarize themselves with University facilities, and become acquainted with fellow students and faculty. Individual conferences are arranged with faculty advisors. Students are given opportunities to work on or revise their schedules with the assistance of their faculty advisors. In addition, upperclass “Orientation Leaders” serve as helpers and mentors during this adjustment period. RESIDENCE LIFE All full-time first, second, and third year men and women are required to live in the residence halls or commute from their permanent home address. All special requests to move off-campus should be directed to the Director of Housing in the Stover Campus Center. Residence hall fees are established on a semester basis. No deductions will be made in room charges for absences from the residence hall. Residence hall fees do not include vacation periods or the period between semesters, when the residence halls will be closed. Students requesting to stay during vacation periods must receive permission and may be charged additional fees. In some residence halls with additional amenities, a different charge may apply. Residence hall accommodations are assigned to first-year students on the basis of roommate deposit date forms. Upperclass students choose their rooms according to a lottery system administered by
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