2020 New Student Guide

2020/21 ACADEMIC YEAR

NEW STUDENT GUIDE

YOUR JOURNEY IS BEGINNING When you drive onto campus for move-in day, excitement is in the air. The entire campus community is eager to welcome you into the Raven family. At Benedictine, the faculty and staff are committed to ensuring your success on the path to greatness. This is the next step in your journey of becoming the person you are called to be. We are ready to support you in your transition to campus. In the meantime, this guide covers the essentials of what you’ll need to be prepared for move-in day and beyond.

CONTENTS NEW STUDENT CHECKLIST 4 SOAR ONLINE 5 FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS 7 MOVE-IN DAY 8 ROC WEEK 9 GET TO KNOW ATCHISON 10 RESIDENCE LIFE 12 PREP FOR MOVE-IN 14 ROOMMATE TIPS 15 RESIDENCE LIFE & CAMPUS POLICIES 16 STUDENT SERVICES & POLICIES 18 COLLEGE TRADITIONS 24 RAVEN FAMILY CALENDAR 28 CONTACTS & SOCIAL MEDIA 30

NEW STUDENT CHECKLIST For more details, please visit www.benedictine.edu/newstudentchecklist or your SOAR portal to access the links needed to complete the checklist.

Admission ¨ Submit All Official Documents.* Freshmen: final high school transcript(s) with month and year of graduation; final college transcripts; dual-credit, IB transcripts, and score reports from AP, ACT, SAT or CLT Transfers: final college transcripts; AP scores; and when applicable, test scores, and final high school transcripts. ¨ Complete the Disability Form if you have a physical, psychological, attention or learning disability that you wish to request accommodations for while in college.

Documentation required. ¨ Need to change a class? Beginning freshmen may submit an online change-request form by August 1 or meet with an advisor during ROC Week.

Transfers may contact their assigned advisor.

¨ Enroll in a semester Installment Payment Plan after July 1; or pay your bill in full through your RavenZone account by August 1. ¨ Set up Authorized Users. An authorized user can be a parent, grandparent, or anyone you give permission to see your account activity and who helps you understand your financial situation at Benedictine College. ¨ Are you anticipating a refund from your student loans? Enroll in electronic Student Refunds (eRefund) through your RavenZone account, and have the credit balance direct-deposited to your bank account. If you prefer, a paper check refund will be mailed to the home address on your student account. ¨ Purchase Raven Bucks through RavenZone.

Miscellaneous Financial Aid ¨ Send proof of outside scholarships to the Office of Financial Aid as soon as possible. These funds are applied directly to your student billing account upon receipt of the funds. ¨ Sign and submit your Financial Aid Offer Letter via your RavenZone account. ¨ Complete your Financial Aid checklist via RavenZone. ¨ If you intend to utilize federal student loans, complete Entrance Loan Counseling and Master Promissory Note for Federal Direct Loans after June 1. ¨ Apply for an Alternative/Private Loan if parents will not be utilizing the PLUS Loan.

¨ Download and complete required Health Form(s) with medical and immunization history. Proof of insurance (copy of front and back of insurance card) is strongly recommended but not required. StudentAthletes must also complete a physical. Please mail or email all documents to the Director of Student Health Services, Janet Adrian, RN, BSN at 1201 N. 2nd St., Atchison, KS, or jadrian@benedictine.edu. ¨ Order textbooks online beginning mid-July through the virtual bookstore. Textbooks are not sold on campus. ¨ Order a parking pass online after August 1. ¨ Sign up for Raven Alerts.

Communication Note Business Office ¨ Complete the Electronic Authorization Agreement when initially accessing TouchNet through your RavenZone account. TouchNet is a provider of secure online student tuition billing, payments, and electronic refunds. ¨ Once you are registered in classes, view your bill and account activity through RavenZone.

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Your student email account, which is activated on June 1, is the primary method of communication between Benedictine and you – please read all information to stay informed, even during the months class is not in session. * All documents and health form(s) must be received at Benedictine College or you will be placed on academic hold, i.e., you will be blocked from enrolling in future classes.

SOAR ONLINE SOAR is now an online series available this summer!

Join us LIVE to hear a welcome from President Steve Minnis and attend your choice of two academic department “Zoom Rooms” to meet professors, learn about majors, and connect with potential classmates in those disciplines. You and your family won’t want to miss the live presentations of “All Grown Up”

by Grace Mulcahy, Director of Counseling Services. We didn’t forget about your parents! They are invited to a virtual “happy hour” hang out with the Benedictine College Parent Association.

SOAR ONLINE: LIVE EVENT SCHEDULE Friday, May 29 1:00 p.m. CST: Welcome!

President Steve Minnis & Pete Helgesen, Dean of Enrollment Management

Tuesday, June 2 4:00 p.m. CST: All Grown Up - Parent Edition Grace Mulcahy, Director of Counseling Services

Thursday, June 4 4:00 p.m. CST: All Grown Up - Student Edition Grace Mulcahy, Director of Counseling Services

Friday, June 5 2:00 p.m. CST: Academic Zoom Rooms - Session I 3:00 p.m. CST: Academic Zoom Rooms - Session II

Saturday, June 6 7:00 p.m. CST: Parent Reception Sponsored by Benedictine College Parent Association

What is SOAR? Summer Orientation, Advising, and Registration (SOAR) is a summer orientation program designed to help you become more familiar with campus resources, and it’s a great way to meet your future classmates. This year it will look a little different, but you will still have the opportunity to speak with an academic advisor to review your fall schedule, learn about key services on and off campus, and get your burning questions answered about dorm rooms, dining dollars, and Daylight Donuts!

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SOAR ONLINE: THE PORTAL A wealth of information is coming your way through your SOAR portal! The SOAR portal connects you to content videos, tutorials, helpful links, and urgent messages in an easy-to-navigate format. You’ll be able to sign up to review your first semester classes with an advisor via Zoom, and access helpful links to finish your new student checklist — all at your own pace. But that’s not all! We’ll introduce you to faces and names to know on campus — those essential services and resources — from dining to security, from transportation to IT support. Plus, we’re throwing in Raven Store coupons, fun facts about Atchison, and a few virtual surprises!

Access the portal at apply.benedictine.edu/portal/soar_online

SOAR ONLINE: VIDEO SESSIONS These topics will be available beginning Friday, May 29, on the SOAR Portal for you and your family to view at your own pace.

Welcome

Finances

Welcome to SOAR Online*

Money Matters Student Billing

Making the Most of College Academic Open House Academic Zoom Sessions I & II All Grown Up* Launch a Successful Career Study Abroad

Athletics Welcome to Raven Athletics * Available LIVE 6

Raven Life Dining Services Information Technology (IT) Support Residence Life Security Student Health Student Life Student Success

SOAR ONLINE: ACADEMIC ADVISING May I speak with a faculty member about my class schedule?

Yes. Through your SOAR portal, you can sign up for a one-on-one Zoom appointment with a member of the Advising Team beginning May 29.

Transfer students may speak directly with their assigned advisor. This is a great time to discuss your academic goals, extracurricular activities, or work-study plans that may influence your schedule. Student-athletes can cross check class schedules against practice times.

When will I see the changes to my class schedule that I discussed with an advisor?

Beginning June 16, our Advising Team will begin work on addressing course conflicts. Changes are not instantaneous, however, and may take multiple weeks to finalize.

Please be patient and check your RavenZone account during the summer months for your updated course schedule.

SOAR ONLINE: FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS dual enrollment credit, received AP credit, or transferred in college credit are not required to take the exam, but may take it if they want to continue studying the language and be assured of proper placement.

When is the language placement exam offered?

What is the foreign language requirement at Benedictine?

The language requirement component of the core curriculum is proficiency through the second semester of a first-year language. The language requirement can be fulfilled through the placement exam, with AP credits, dual enrollment, by taking courses at Benedictine. (If a student takes or received credit for FREN/SPAN/ITAL/LATN/ GREK 1000 or 1020, he or she has fulfilled the language requirement.). For students who have studied other languages at the college level, those courses will be evaluated for transfer.

The Department of World and Classical Languages, and Cultures offers first-year French, Spanish, Latin and Greek. Students can also take Italian through the Florence program.

Why does Benedictine require the language placement exam?

Benedictine College has a core two-semester foreign language requirement. We require the language placement exam in order to assure that students are placed at the appropriate course level.

Who needs to take the placement exam?

Students who have completed three or more years of a language in high school are required to take the language placement exam before taking a course in the same language.

If the student does not intend to continue studying the same language, the exam is optional. Students who received

Students wanting to enroll in a foreign language their first semester can take the placement exam electronically from home to be placed in the correct level. If you are wanting to take the placement exam to test out of foreign language, you will need to wait until you are on campus during ROC week where you’ll have the opportunity to do so. Exams are offered in Spanish, French, and Latin and take 20–60 minutes. Students receive their exam results immediately for French and Spanish. Latin usually takes a week. Exams are regularly scheduled at the beginning of the semester and during ROC week, as well.

How does placement work?

Any student who has taken three years of a language in high school must take the placement exam before enrolling in a course in the same language. If a student places out of the course, the student’s schedule will be adjusted accordingly to reflect the appropriate course level (e.g. SPAN-1020, 2010 or beyond).

What if I am placed into 1020 but am afraid it will be too difficult and want to take 1000?

Unfortunately, this is not an option. Our placement guidelines are very carefully established. If you are placed into a second-semester level, you will be more than adequately prepared for succeeding in this course. If you enroll in 1000, you will be dropped from the course. If you are truly concerned that 1020 will be too difficult, you may audit 1000, but you may not take it for a grade.

When should I take my foreign language courses?

We recommend completing your language requirement early in your college career if it works with your academic plan. Be sure to consult with your academic advisor.

Who should I contact regarding questions about the foreign language placement exam?

Contact Monica Nelson at mnelson@benedictine.edu or via phone at 913.360.7577.

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MOVE-IN DAY: WHAT TO EXPECT

Arriving and Unloading* Plan to arrive during the timeframe specified for your move-in day (See below.). You’ll be greeted upon arrival with helpful instructions for parking, checking in, and unloading belongings.

Don’t worry, you will experience warm Benedictine hospitality as teams of students, faculty, and staff help carry your belongings to your residence hall room.

Lunch, Mass, and Goodbyes* After moving in, you and your family are invited to cool off at a complimentary barbecue (provided by the Benedictine College Parent Association) in the Murphy Recreation Center. There will be time to shop for last-minute necessities before you attend a very special Family Send-Off Mass at 4:00 p.m.

Finally, around 5:15 p.m., you’ll say your goodbyes outside St. Benedict’s Abbey Church before you join your fellow classmates for dinner in the Dining Hall.

2020 MOVE-IN DAYS

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* These expectations are for the August 14 and 15 Move-In Days only.

Move-in Day #1 • Freshman

in the Honors Program • Transfer

students and returning student-athletes in football, men and women’s soccer, and volleyball

Saturday, August 8 Arrival and check in: 10 a. m. - 2 p.m.

Move-In Day #2 • New International Students

Wednesday, August 12 Arrival and check in: All Day

Move-In Day #3 •F reshman student-athletes in football, men & women’s soccer, volleyball, cheer, dance, and cross country •A ll marching band members

Friday, August 14 Arrival and check in: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Family goodbyes after 4 p.m. Mass

Move-In Day #4 • All other new students, including non-athlete transfer students

Saturday, August 15 Arrival and check in: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Family goodbyes after 4 p.m. Mass

ROC WEEK: AUGUST 15-18 Hello Future Raven!

Welcome to Benedictine College. We are Wyatt Iseman and Lindsey Hart, Presidents of the Campus Activities Board. We are planning Raven Orientation Camp (ROC) for this fall’s incoming students. ROC Week is your crash course on Benedictine traditions and how to thrive in college! We are excited for you to come home and join the Benedictine family. We look forward to your arrival on campus in August!

Your individual ROC group leaders will be contacting you soon with more information about the move-in process and orientation. They will need some information from you as well, so please respond promptly. Your ROC leaders also will be able to answer any questions you may have regarding your arrival.

As move-in day approaches, you will be able to find more information at benedictine.edu/move-in. In the meantime, please do not hesitate to contact us directly; we can be reached by phone at 913.360.7492 or by email at roc@benedictine.edu. We are happy to answer any questions you may have! Once again, we are very excited for you to join the Raven family!

See you in a few short weeks!

Wyatt Iseman and Lindsey Hart Campus Activities Board Presidents

What is Raven Orientation Camp (ROC)?

ROC Week is designed to make your transition into college life easy by providing you with insights into the Benedictine College experience, advice on how to navigate campus, and a chance to meet your fellow Ravens. By the time classes begin, our hope is that you are more than ready to succeed in all aspects of campus life.

During ROC Week, you will be placed in a group of other incoming students led by two upperclassmen. These two ROC leaders will be your go-to guides throughout both ROC Week and the academic school year.

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We weren’t bluffin’ when we said campus has great views.

That is the Ferrell Academic Center peaking over the treetops on the bluff!

Amelia Earhart Memorial Bridge is named after the aviatrix herself. It’s a natural gateway to the city, and even glows at night with an ever-changing light display.

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The Missouri River The Mighty Mo is the longest river in North America, flowing east to west 2,341 miles.

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AT C H I S O N I M A G E S C O U R T E S Y O F M C D A N I E L P H O T O G R A P H Y, H A R V E S T V I D E O , A N D T H E AT C H I S O N C H A M B E R O F C O M M E R C E / W E S T O N I M A G E C O U R T E S Y O F W E S T O N C H A M B E R O F C O M M E R C E

The famous Atchison, Topeka, & Santa Fe Railroad Sixteen railroad lines operate more than 8,000 miles of track in Kansas. More than a third of the track belongs to the Atchison, Topeka, and Santa Fe Railroad.

YOUR NEW HOME THERE’S NO PLACE LIKE HOME. Some call it flyover territory; we think it’s the perfect launch pad. Atchison sits on the bluffs of the Missouri River only 45 minutes north of Kansas City. Our river town is the perfect crossroads of Victorian-era charm and a tight-knit community. On a weekend you can grab fresh produce from the Atchison Farmer’s Market, pick up your favorite espresso from a local shop, adventure around Kansas City, and be back by sunset.

And not to brag, but our sunsets are second to none. Amelia Earhart herself watched the glow of the same sun over the river while learning to ride her bike just blocks from campus.

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Atchison Highlights 333 acres of clean, green parks and facilities throughout the community.

6 museums & art galleries 20+

local restaurants

50+

small local businesses

2 ways to enjoy theatre locally: The Fox Theatre (movies) and Theatre Atchison (live shows)

Kansas City, MO

Atchison, KS

Kansas City, MO

Bean Lake, MO

Weston, MO

Atchison, KS

Lawrence, KS

The Kansas City Metro and Northeast Kansas have a lot to offer.

The more than two million people who live in the metro area agree!

Professional Sports •K ansas City Royals

•A merican Jazz Museum

• Kansas City Chiefs

•N ational Museum of Toys & Miniatures

•K ansas Speedway Regional Museums •N ational World War I Museum & Memorial •C ollege Basketball Experience •U nion Station/Science City •H arry S. Truman Presidential Library & Museum •N elson-Atkins Museum of Art

Bean Lake

Families and students often have questions about lodging, automotive vendors (tires, parts, repairs), dining, banking, churches, pharmacies, storage options, and area tourist sites and events.

For this information – and more! – check out the following helpful websites: • VisitAtchison.com This site, managed by the Atchison Chamber of Commerce, includes all the information you’ll need about planning a visit to Atchison, including trolley tours, points of interest, Atchison’s Bike Share, maps, camping, featured events, and more.

• AtchisonKansas.net Sign up for the Chamber Chatter e-newsletter on the Chamber of Commerce website.

• CityofAtchison.com This site, managed by the City of Atchison, features a New Residents Guide, which may be of interest to your student, along with information about Atchison’s history, parks and facilities, and recreation opportunities.

Regional Highlights

• Sporting Kansas City

ATCHISON RESOURCES

•N egro Leagues Baseball Museum

Regional Festivals •A melia Earhart Festival/Lakefest Atchison, KS • AppleFest Weston, MO • Plaza

Art Fair Kansas City, MO • Pumpkinfest St. Joseph, MO •R enaissance Festival Bonner Springs, KS

• AtchisonCountyKS.org Managed by Atchison County, this website includes information about local law enforcement, public safety resources, recycling, the outdoor siren system, and how to sign up for alerts, notifications, and weather warnings.

• GrowAtchison.com Celebrate small, local businesses that are at the heart of the Atchison economy. This site includes a full business directory and a communitywide job board.

• AtchisonTogether.com This is a link to the Atchison County Community Agency Directory, which is a listing of institutions and agencies that work together to serve the general Atchison community.

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RESIDENCE LIFE

YOUR RESIDENCE LIFE TEAM Your new home comes with a trained support team, ready to assist you in your transition to college. It’s important to know that your residence hall staff is committed to making your first few weeks (and beyond!) as welcoming and successful as possible.

Women’s Halls

Our Lady of Guadalupe Hall opened in fall 2014. It houses 120 female students.

Each floor has a Marian theme.

Residence Directors (RD) An RD is a live-in professional staff member who guides the community of each hall.

Bathrooms Each four-person suite has a bathroom with a shower. There are sinks in each room.

Resident Assistants (RA) RAs are current undergraduate student leaders who aid the RD as a member of the hall staff. RAs live on each floor and are available to assist students as they mature through college.

Laundry, Vending, and Appliances There is a laundry facility with four washers and dryers, and a communal kitchen on the ground floor. Vending machines are also available for residents.

Office of Residence Life Sean Mulcahy Associate Dean of Students Director of Residence Life smulcahy@benedictine.edu 913.360.7500

Hall Chapel St. Juan Diego Chapel, ground floor.

Bathrooms Each floor has a communal bathroom.

Laundry, Vending, and Appliances There is a laundry facility with three washer/ dryers and a communal kitchen on the ground floor. One beverage and one snack machine is available.

Hall Chapel St. Martin’s Chapel, ground floor.

Residence Director (RD) Cristina Gonzalez School Year Phone: 913.360.7688

Residence Director (RD) Kendra Stewart School Year Phone: 913.360.1500

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Michael Rolling Assistant Director of Residence Life mrolling@benedictine.edu 913.360.7500

ST. MARTIN’S MEMORIAL HALL St. Martin’s Memorial Hall is home for 90 freshmen women. This residence hall is named in honor of St. Martin of Tours, the patron saint of soldiers, and each of the rooms has the name of an alumnus who was lost in World War II.

Bunk Bed

Desk

(Twin XL)

Closet

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Desk

Closet

Bath

Closet

Closet

Benedictine.edu/ResidenceLife

14’6”

Desk

22’

View Room Floorplans, Virtual Tours, 360° Panoramas, and Photos Online:

Dresser

Bunk Bed (Twin XL)

12’

11ft

TRANSFER STUDENTS will be housed in one of our residence halls for upperclassmen and upperclasswomen. See Benedictine.edu/residencelife for details about your hall.

Men’s Halls

St. Scholastica Hall opened fall 2005.

The name honors St. Scholastica, twin sister of St. Benedict, as well as the graduates of one of the college’s founding institutions, Mount St. Scholastica College. The facility is four stories with room for 141 freshmen women.

Bathrooms Two communal bathrooms on each floor (except for only one on first floor).

Laundry, Vending, and Appliances The first floor laundry room features six stacked washers and dryers. There is a a communal kitchen on the ground floor.

Residence Director (RD) Sarah Eisenmenger School Year Phone: 913.360.8000

Newman Hall houses 140 male freshman and sophomore men. This hall was completed in 1967 in honor of the St. John Henry Newman of Oxford, England. Each suite consists of two rooms connected by a shared bathroom.

Courtney S. Turner Hall, the freshmen male residence hall, was built in 1957 and was renovated in 2005. It houses 140 men. There is one main lounge, the St. Augustine Lounge, located on the Ground Floor of Turner Hall.

Bathrooms Four residents share one bathroom.

Bathrooms Each floor has a communal bathroom.

Laundry, Vending, and Appliances There is a laundry facility, a communal kitchen, as well as a BBQ grill available to residents.

Laundry, Vending, and Appliances There is a laundry facility, a communal kitchen, and a soda machine available to residents.

Hall Chapel St. George Chapel, ground floor.

Residence Director (RD) Isaac Kuchar School Year Phone: 913.360.8250

Bunk Bed (Twin XL)

Desk

Desk

Shelving (x3)

Residence Director (RD) Kendall Williams School Year Phone: 913.360.1750

Bunk Bed (Twin XL)

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Desk

15’

Bunk Bed

Closet

11’4”

Dresser

10”

13’6”

(Twin XL)

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Shelving (x3)

Closet

Closet

Closet

Desk

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Closet

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PREP FOR MOVE-IN

PACKING CHECKLIST Personal

¨ Clothing

¨ Desk Lamp

¨ Light Jacket and Winter Coat

¨ TV

¨ Umbrella/Rain Gear

¨ Extension Cords

¨ Hangers

¨ Tension Rod/Curtain Rod for Closet opening (St. Scholastica Hall and Guadalupe Hall only)

¨ Toiletries ¨ Shower Caddy/Shoes (St. Martin’s Memorial, Turner, and St. Scholastica Halls only) ¨ Medication

¨ Shower Curtain/Curtains for Closet opening (St. Scholastica Hall and Guadalupe Hall only)

¨ Sunscreen

¨ Trash Can

¨ Cleaning supplies

¨ Trash Bags

¨ Paper towels

¨ Adhesive (3M strips for St. Martin’s Memorial, Newman and Turner Halls; Thumbtacks for St. Scholastica and Guadalupe Halls)

¨ Bathrobe

¨ Hand Sanitizer/Wipes ¨ Face masks

School Supplies ¨ Computer

¨ Computer Power Cord ¨ Ethernet Cord ¨ Headphones ¨ Pens and Pencils ¨ Notebooks/Paper

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Room

¨ Hand Towel ¨ Shower Mat (Newman Hall and Guadalupe Hall only) ¨ Shower Curtain for Shower (Guadalupe Hall only) ¨ Laundry Basket/Detergent ¨ Drying Rack

Miscellaneous ¨ Cell Phone

¨ Phone Charger ¨ Water bottle ¨ Wallet ¨ ATM Card ¨ Driver’s License ¨ Insurance Card

¨ Microwave

¨ Mini First Aid kit (including thermometer and fever-reducing medications)

¨ Mini-Fridge

¨ Lock Box

¨ Room Decor

¨ Combination Lock for Safe (St. Martin’s Memorial and Turner Halls only)

¨ Rug

¨ Hanging Storage Solutions

Linens

¨ Stapler and Staples

¨ Bed Sheets (Twin XL)

¨ Scissors

¨ Blankets/Comforter

¨ Post-it Notes

¨ Mattress Pad

¨ 3-Hole Punch

¨ Pillows

¨ 3-Ring Binder(s)

¨ Pillowcases

¨ Envelopes and Stamps

¨ Towels and Washcloths

TIPS FOR ROOMMATE SUCCESS I hope you are excited as your student prepares for life at Benedictine College! One of the most exciting moments during this preparation is receiving the housing letter from Student Life, which includes the name and contact information of your student's roommate. Your student's college roommates are an important and memorable part of college life. The Student Life Office puts a tremendous amount of work into identifying a roommate who is highly compatible with your student. Even with this effort, it is important to understand that conflict is a natural aspect of sharing a room with another person. The good news is that when roommate conflict is handled in a respectful and positive manner, it provides a tremendous opportunity for personal growth and a strengthening of the roommate relationship. The following are some tips for success when it comes to roommate conflict: Understand That Roommate Conflict Will Happen: As stated before, conflict between roommates is inevitable. This

understanding will benefit your student in two significant ways. First, it will prevent your student from over-thinking that the conflict means the particular roommate situation is distinctively worse than those of his or her peers. Secondly, when conflict occurs, your student will be prepared for it; use the tips below to help you and your student prepare.

Set Realistic Expectations: It is helpful for your student and the roommate to set realistic expectations for their

relationship. There are times when roommates will become best friends, but this is not the norm and should not be how a successful roommate relationship is defined. Your student should expect the roommate to be courteous and respectful. Both roommates are responsible for ensuring that their room is comfortable and conducive to each other’s success at college.

Fill Out the Roommate Agreement Form: Your student’s residence hall staff will provide Roommate Agreement Forms at move-in. This form identifies the most common areas of roommate conflict, such as studying, sleeping, guests, and use/ borrowing of personal items. Each roommate will first write out his or her preferences on these topics and then discuss them with each other. Through the discussion, roommates will make an agreement on how they will approach these areas. This agreement really can mitigate the occurrence of conflict in your student’s room. Encourage your student to take it seriously and fill it out!

Do Not Ignore Conflict: The worst thing that your student can do is ignore conflict. This is often tempting as the cause

of the conflict usually seems small and not worth mentioning. It is so much easier for your student to talk with the roommate about a small issue as soon as it happens, rather than waiting until it becomes a larger issue. Students should present what is bothering them with honesty and respect. It is also important for your student to do so in person and avoid engaging in conflict through text or social media.

Trust the Mediation Process: If your student has tried to have a conversation with the roommate about the cause of

conflict without success, please encourage your student to alert the Resident Assistant (RA) or Resident Director (RD).

These staff members are trained in mediating conflict and will help the roommates engage in conflict in a respectful manner, establish points of agreement and compromise, and ensure they are both comfortable in their room once again.

Finally, the greatest approach to assist your student in minimizing or overcoming roommate conflict is to embrace our Benedictine Value of Hospitality. Students should make it a priority to be a roommate who engages in care, concern, and respect for the roommate’s well-being.

I hope these strategies will help your student to have a positive and successful residence life experience.

Sincerely,

About the Author Sean Mulcahy, Ed.D. | Associate Dean of Students and Director of Residence Life Sean has worked in higher education administration for the past 18 years. He holds a doctorate in Higher Education Administration from the University of Kansas along with a Master’s degree in Education from Whitworth University and a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Carroll College.

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RESIDENCE LIFE & CAMPUS POLICIES

RESIDENCE RESIDENCEHALL LIFE FAQS FAQ What furnishings are in my room?

Rooms are furnished so each student has a computer desk, chair, dresser, closet, and extra-long twin-size bed and mattress. Students provide their own linens to accommodate the extra-long twin-size mattresses. Furniture may not be removed from the room.

What are the window treatments in my room?

Window treatments include mini-blinds. The wall paint is a neutral color. Paint, nails, tacks, or adhesives that damage walls, woodwork, or furniture are prohibited. Command Brand Hanging Strips, a 3M product, is the college’s recommended adhesive for hanging posters and hooks on walls in most residence halls. Command Adhesive is not allowed in St. Scholastica Hall and Our Lady of Guadalupe Hall. Students in these halls should use thumbtacks or blue painter’s tape.

Am I required to live on campus?

Benedictine College is a four-year residential institution.

All traditional undergraduate students are required to live on campus for four years and are able to select their on-campus housing through the Residence Life Office each year.

Will I have a full-length mirror?

The College provides a full-length mirror in St. Scholastica Hall, vanity mirrors only in Newman and Guadalupe Halls, and 16

both a vanity and full-length mirror in St. Martin’s Memorial Hall and Turner Hall.

Where can I find sample photos of the rooms?

Please visit the residence life website at www.benedictine. edu/residential for additional information and photos of each residence hall.

Will my bed be bunked or un-bunked? May I build a loft?

All beds will be bunked in the freshman residence halls on move-in day. A railing for the top bunk will be provided by the college. Construction of other beds or lofts is not permitted.

Can I un-bunk my bed?

Yes, we allow our beds to be un-bunked. There are two options: • Option 1: College un-bunks your bed. If you would prefer the college to un-bunk your bed for you, you can submit this request to your RA or RD. The Operations department will identify a day early in the fall semester to complete all student requests to bunk or un-bunk beds. After this day, the college will no longer receive requests to have beds bunked or un-bunked.

• Option 2: You un-bunk your own bed. Students are permitted to un-bunk their beds, but do so at their own risk and should exercise caution to avoid personal injury and/or damage to the furniture or the room. In order to un-bunk your bed, remove the top mattress first for easier lifting, then lift off the top bed frame and remove the four metal pins that had secured the top bed. Please return the metal pins to your RD.

CAMPUS POLICY FAQ* Do I need a car?

Is there a quiet hours policy?

Cars are permitted, but are not essential. If you bring a car, you must apply for a parking sticker online at Benedictine.thepermitstore.com after August 1, 2020.

We are first of all an academic community and therefore students are expected to be courteous and cooperate in maintaining a good and quiet environment at all times.

(Each residence hall will determine quiet hours.) Residents are asked to play radios, stereos, and TV sets softly. Speakers may not be placed in windows or on radiators. Musical instruments may not be practiced in student rooms.

Students may use practice rooms for such purposes. Anyone who does not abide by these regulations may be asked to place any of the above items in storage. During finals week, quiet hours begin on Study Day and extend to the last day of exams.

May I have a pet?

No pets other than fish are allowed.

What appliances ARE NOT permitted?

Safety and insurance standards place restrictions on certain appliances. Hot plates, halogen lights, grills, skillets, toaster ovens, electric heaters, electric blankets, refrigerators larger than 4 cubic ft., and gas electric appliances are not permitted.

What appliances ARE permitted?

Speakers, TVs, microwaves, coffee pots, electric razors, fans, heating pads, and computers are allowed. Roommates may bring one refrigerator (4 cubic ft. max.) for their room. All rooms are air-conditioned. For more information call the Student Life Office at 913.360.7500.

Is there a smoking policy?

Benedictine College is a Smoke- and Tobacco-free Campus.

All college buildings, including residence halls, as well as college grounds are smoke free. In addition, candles, candle warmers, and incense are not permitted. Please see the more detailed smoking policy in the Student Handbook at Benedictine.edu/student-life/handbook.

Is summer storage available?

Summer storage is not available on campus, but several local storage options exist in Atchison and surrounding areas. The Office of Student Life maintains and provides for students a list of nearby storage options. Packing and transportation of belongings to and from the facility is the responsibility of the renter. Some students opt to share a storage unit with several other students. * Only a few campus policies are included in this FAQ. Students should familiarize themselves with college policies detailed in our Student Handbook, which may be found online at www.benedictine.edu/student-life/handbook.

What is the policy on alcohol use?

The college follows United States federal and state laws for the use of alcohol. Students under the age of 21 are not allowed to use or have alcoholic beverages in their presence.

Anyone 21 or older may not consume alcohol in the presence of minors.

What is the visitation policy?

Visitation hours play a positive role in the Benedictine College community by encouraging mutual respect for the dignity and vocation of each person. Friendships between men and women are encouraged, while at the same time, the dignity of their differences are respected. Certain hours are set aside each day during which students may invite visitors of the opposite sex to their rooms. Visitation hours also support a student’s right to private time, study, sleep, and help roommates set healthy boundaries. Visitation hours in the residence halls are as follows: Sunday - Thursday: 12:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.; Friday - Saturday: 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 a.m.

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STUDENT SERVICES & POLICIES FAQS

STUDENT SERVICES FAQ What is the meal plan?

Where and when do I purchase my textbooks?

All freshmen are required to be on the 18-meal plan with $150 Dining Dollars per semester. Dining Dollars come preloaded with your meal plan and must be used by the end of each semester.

Textbooks are purchased online and shipped directly to campus from our virtual bookstore. Textbooks are not sold on campus. Textbooks will be available for purchase online through your student’s RavenZone account beginning July 15, 2020.

What are Raven Bucks?

Raven Bucks work like a convenient debit system, using your Benedictine student ID card. At any time you may deposit funds onto the card (a minimum of $5 will start your account) and you can use your card at many locations across campus, including all campus dining facilities.

There are no fees to use Raven Bucks, and they don’t expire.

To close your account, simply contact the Benedictine College Business Office for further details.

How can I add to my Raven Bucks?

You may add to your personal Raven Bucks online before you come to campus, using a credit card through a secure link on the Benedictine website at Benedictine.edu > Resources > Raven Bucks. You should have received your unique login information to view and purchase Raven Bucks, along with your other passwords. You can also deposit money on your Raven Bucks account during move-in weekend, or by mailing or walking a check to the Business Office, to the Cashier’s attention. Include a note indicating your name as it appears on your student account, your home address, and your student ID, if known.

How can I use my Raven Bucks?

Once you deposit funds into your Raven Bucks account, you can use your Benedictine ID in many ways: at all dining locations across campus, at Rocky’s Copies or at WEPA printing kiosks, select vending machines, and the Raven Store.

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What laundry, vending, and recreational services are available?

All residence halls are equipped with washing machines and dryers. The washing machines and dryers are free for residential students. Vending machines are in most hall lounges, along with a TV, and a kitchenette with a stove, oven, refrigerator, microwave, and sink. Other recreational areas on campus include outdoor grills, a hammocking area, sand volleyball, racquetball, ping-pong, pool tables, track, tennis, basketball, a weight room, and a recreation center.

What monetary transaction services are there on or near campus?

Atchison has several banks that offer financial services, including “student-priced” checking accounts.

We highly recommend you visit with the banks and consider establishing an account; some community businesses will more quickly accept checks from students when the checks are drawn from a local bank account. A UMB Bank ATM machine is located on campus in the JPII Student Center and several others from various banks are located throughout the City of Atchison. The College Business Office issues student account bills as well as work-study payroll checks. Direct deposit of payroll checks has replaced issuance of paper checks. Direct deposit is available to both local and non-local banks and is highly encouraged for its overall convenience and security.

The Business Office will cash personal checks for students in amounts under $50. For more information, call the Business Office at 913.360.7403.

Personal computers can receive support services through the college’s IT staff. All computers are required to have current virus protection. There are computer labs for student use in the Library and Westerman Hall. Students are expected to adhere to the computer usage policies as published by the college. For more information, call the Computer Help Desk at 913.360.7777.

Do I need to register my device?

What computer technology is available?

Wi-Fi is available across campus. Additionally, each residence hall room has two Ethernet outlets that connect to the Internet through the campus network. This connection gives students unlimited access to the Internet.

Students establish an official college email account during registration. Email services can be accessed via any web browser or personal machine. Students must provide their own Ethernet cable and are responsible for the installation and configuration of software on their personal computers.

All devices that connect to the BC network must be registered on the college’s network in order to access the Internet. You will be routed automatically to the registration page when you open a browser for the first time on campus. Use your RavenZone username and password to register your device. If you are not routed automatically to the registration page, use https:// bcbns.benedictine.edu/registration. Registration cannot be accomplished until you arrive on campus.

What cable services are there?

Every residence hall has a television with cable access in the main lounge. A cable outlet is in each room. Students may contact the local cable company, VYVE 913.367.2251, for service after arriving on campus.

DINING SERVICES Dining on campus is a quintessential part of the overall college experience. Spend time over breakfast, lunch, or dinner with friends, professors, or classmates. Grab a cup of coffee or simply stop in to relax or study. For nutrition information about meal plans, locations, and menus visit Benedictine.campusdish.com.

Please reach out to our Dining Services Director in the Dining Hall to discuss dietary restrictions that require assistance.

Benedetto’s (Cray Seaberg Hall)

Grab-n-Go (St. John Paul II Student Center)

Weekdays: Monday - Friday: 11:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Weekends: Saturday - Sunday: 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

This restaurant offers sandwiches and pizza closer to the Mother Teresa Center, McDonald Hall, Cray Seaberg Hall, and St. Michael Hall.

Weekdays: Monday - Friday: 9:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Located on the second f loor, the Grab-n-Go makes it easy to grab a meal before or after class.

The Dining Hall

Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday: 10:00 - 11:30 p.m.

Breakfast: Monday - Friday: 7:15 - 9:30 a.m Lunch: 11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Dinner: 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Weekend: Saturday - Sunday: 10:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., 5:00 - 6:30 p.m.

The Dining Hall offers an all-you-can-eat buffet style meal, a deli station, large salad bar, and “As You Like It” Expo stations.

Café ’62 (Ferrell Academic Center) Weekdays: Monday - Friday: 7:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Curb your coffee craving and more at Cafe ’62 with items ranging from a full line of drinks to sandwiches and pastries.

Late Night (The Haverty Center)

Holy Grounds (The Haverty Center) Weekdays: Monday - Friday: 7:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Weekends: Saturday: 9:00 a.m. -2:00 p.m., Sunday: 11:00 a.m - 3:00 p.m.

Latenight: Thursday - Sunday: 9:00 - 11:30 p.m.

A student-run coffee shop that offers a wide variety of drinks including coffees, lattes, and smoothies.

Monte Cassino Inn (The Haverty Center) Weekdays: Monday - Friday: 4:00 - 8:30 p.m.

Weekends: Saturday - Sunday: 4:00 - 8:00 p.m.

A sit-down restaurant serving traditional American favorites.

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STUDENT ACTIVITIES St. John Paul II Student Center 913.360.7500 Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

The Office of Student Activities oversees extracurricular organizations and events, including the Campus Activities Board (CAB), Student Government Association (SGA), International Student Ambassadors (ISA), and Orientation programs.

STUDENT SUCCESS CENTER Located adjacent to the Dining Hall / 913.360.7576 Monday–Thursday: 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m., Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

The Student Success Center is designed to provide a central location for support and enrichment to help students reach their academic and professional goals. Contact us for information about free peer tutoring, learning accommodations for students with special needs, internships, résumé writing, interviewing, career exploration, graduate school preparation, premier scholarship opportunities, and much more.

The office also organizes Family Weekend, Homecoming, HER Weekend, Mother-Son/FatherDaughter Banquet, Springfest, Lil’ Sibs Weekend, and oversees more than 50 clubs and organizations.

Learn more: Benedictine.edu/academics/success

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COLLEGE MINISTRY St. John Paul II Student Union / 913.360.7655 / Monday - Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

College Ministry forms students, faculty, and staff in the Gospel of Jesus Christ through the sacraments, Scripture, spiritual formation, and the social mission of the Catholic Church. We offer opportunities to attend Mass, Confession, Eucharistic adoration, retreats, mission trips, pilgrimages, outreach, non-Catholic services, sacramental preparation, and vocation discernment.

Mass Sunday 10:00 a.m. Abbey Church 8:00 p.m. Abbey Church

Confession Sunday 9:00-9:50 a.m.

7:00-7:50 p.m.

Adoration Abbey Church Abbey Church

Weekdays Weekdays 11:00-11:40 a.m. Abbey Church 12:10 p.m. Abbey Church 5:30 p.m. Guadalupe 4:00-4:50 p.m. Abbey Church

Chapel Saturday Saturday 11:30 a.m. Abbey Church 4:00 p.m. Abbey Church

(Vigil for Sunday)

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11:00-11:40 a.m. Abbey Church 3:00-3:50 p.m. Abbey Church

Learn more: Benedictine.edu/faith-life/ministry

Weekdays 1:00-9:00 p.m.

St. Martin’s Chapel Saturday 7:00-8:00 p.m.

Abbey Church Perpetual St. Benedict’s Parish Church on campus

THE COUNSELING CENTER 1201 N. Second St. / 913.360.7621 / Monday - Friday: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

The Counseling Center supports students in their psychological, personal, and social well-being, and is staffed by licensed mental health professionals. Services are free to students and are strictly confidential.

Personal counseling through the Counseling Center is intended generally to assist students and staff in solving concerns of a short-term nature. Referrals to other community practitioners may be made for intensive and/or long-term psychological assistance.

Complete a Counseling Request Form Benedictine.edu/student-life/health/counseling

STUDENT HEALTH CENTER Monday - Friday: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. / 913.360.7117

A registered nurse and a nurse practitioner staff the Student Health Center on a part-time basis to assist students with health needs. All student health services are free to students and are strictly confidential.

Student Health Form Reminder All Benedictine College students must complete a Student Health Form prior to arrival on campus. All Health Forms must be submitted or you cannot register for future classes. Student-Athletes must complete a physical form.

Download the form from Benedctine.edu/healthform.

While reviewing the form, please note the required vaccinations and recommended insurance. The form can be mailed or emailed to the Director of Student Health Services Janet Adrian, RN, BSN at 1201 N. 2nd St., Atchison, KS, or jadrian@benedictine.edu.

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THE RAVEN STORE First Floor of the Haverty Center / 913.360.7448 Monday - Friday: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Thursday: 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Saturday: 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

The Raven Store is your official supplier of Benedictine College spirit gear, school supplies, faith merchandise, and more. Shop 24/7 online at benedictineravenstore. com. Students will find some necessities at the Raven Store, including Blue Books (required by some professors), greeting cards, devotional items, gifts, and essentials, such as office supplies and some basic over-the-counter medications.

Follow The Raven Store on social media @benedictineravenstore.

COMMUNICATING WHILE AT COLLEGE Your New Email Address You will be assigned a new email address with the @ravens.benedictine.edu domain as early as June 1. It is extremely important that you check this email inbox daily throughout the year, between semesters and over the summer; students are expected to communicate with faculty, staff, and other students via this email address. The majority of information will be communicated to you via your college-assigned account while you are a student. You have the option of forwarding your Benedictine email to your personal email account if you prefer.

Your Student’s New Mailing Address Your mailing address will remain the same while a resident on campus. New students receive a specific mailbox number (not a P. O. Box number). Once assigned a number, please always have family and friends include this box number when sending mail, use the following format: Student Name (First &Last) Box ____ 1020 N 2nd St. Atchison, KS 66002

Mailboxes/Packages Student mailboxes are located in the St. John Paul II Student Center. You may ship or have items shipped to Benedictine College. Note that packages are not shipped to residence hall rooms; students are responsible for picking up all packages at Rocky’s Copies, located in the lower level of the Library.

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BILLING St. Benedict Hall, 3rd Floor / Monday - Friday: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Bursar: Becky Miller, 913.360.7410 / Student Billing Specialist: Diane Schletzbaum, 913.360.7407 Cashier: Teila Keys, 913.360.7403 / Student Collections Specialist: Laura Hammersmith, 913.360.7405

Tuition Due Date is August 1, 2020 Please settle your balance or set up a tuition payment plan by this date. If you have questions about your financial aid or account balance, please call us now; resolving questions now allows you to bypass visiting with our office on move-in weekend. Our webpage also has information explaining payment details; please see Benedictine.edu/billing. If you still have an unpaid balance without a payment plan as of August 2, 2020, your account will be placed on a Business Office Hold.

Holds prevent you from adding or dropping classes, or from seeing your transcript in RavenZone. Please contact us if you will not be able to meet payment deadlines.

Authorized Users on Your Account Are there parents/guardians/other trusted adults in your life you want to be able to talk with us in Student Billing, as well as the Financial Aid Office at Benedictine College, about your financial information at Benedictine? Please enroll them as “Authorized Users” so our two offices have your permission to discuss your financial situation with these adults in your life, as well as sending them email

communications about your bill. Have questions about how to enroll them? Please go to Benedictine.edu/billing.

Once on the Student Billing page, please read the link “How to access RavenZone Student Billing.”

Student Refunds Some students borrow more money than needed for tuition and fees, and are expecting a refund. For those who have a credit balance on their student account as of August 28, 2020, the first refund dates are as follows: • Electronic Refund Friday, September 4, 2020 • Paper check Refund Tuesday, September 8, 2020 – mailed to your home address Refunds will be processed weekly after the dates above.

Sign up for eRefund through your RavenZone account – directly to your bank account; this is easier than a paper check. By choosing eRefunds, you will have access to your funds up to a week earlier than a paper check. Use your refund to obtain a Book Voucher to purchase textbooks from the college’s Virtual Bookstore as early as mid-July.

Contact Student Billing to find out how.

CAMPUS SECURITY IT/Operations Building (215 M. Street) / 913.360.8888 The Benedictine Security Department is committed to ensuring the safety and welfare of students, faculty, staff, and visitors 24 hours a day. Contracting with Allied Barton, a private security firm, the department’s goal is to provide a safe environment where all members of the Benedictine community may learn, live, teach, and work.

Raven Alerts

Benedictine College has implemented the Raven Alert, an emergency messaging system, to communicate with the internal community in the event of emergencies.

Have your student email and password? Sign up at getrave.com/login/benedictine.

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COLLEGE TRADITIONS

WELCOME TO THE RAVEN FAMILY

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TRADITIONS Beanies This tradition began in October

1928. All new students receive their beanie at the “Beanie Banquet” and they wear it until the Opening Convocation.

Students must caw like a raven if they are caught not wearing it.

The tradition has become a way for new students to recognize each other and to know for certain when they are no longer “new” — when the beanie comes off.

Alma Mater "O Lord of Every Blessing" Composed in 2002 by Dr. Ruth Krusemark '73, Stacy Niedbalski Cope '02, and Andrew Hofer O.P. '94, the Alma Mater is frequently sung at special campus events.

Like every family, the Raven Family has traditions, people, places, events, and activities that make it unique. You are invited to become a part of it all!

O Lord of ev’ry blessing, we praise you for the place That sits above the river and under heaven’s grace.

We call her “Alma Mater” from hearts with love aflame And proudly go rejoicing with Benedictine’s name.

O hear your ravens calling; in faith we fly to you.

For you alone are holy, and you alone are true.

Just as the river flowing, you always will provide.

So in all things forever may you be glorified.

Surround her with your goodness and keep her in your peace.

May Benedictine flourish, her family increase.

Like dappled trees in autumn or flowers fresh in spring, Your glory casts its beauty where souls in wisdom sing.

This school of your own service has set us on our way To follow you in knowledge unto the endless day.

Let fear not daunt our movement toward hope of promise bright As now we run in courage with love’s untold delight.

E-I-O Cheer The E-I-O cheer often follows the Raven Fight Song and is equally as spirited. John Casey ’74, helped popularize the cheer, which was originated by Robert H. “Hammy” Alberts ’39, of Atchison, according to Larry Buessing ’60, and confirmed by Mike Purslow ’62.

Fight Song A campus favorite, the fight song is chanted anywhere there is a gathering of Ravens from athletic events to weddings. The song was composed by Fr. Raphael O’Malley, O.S.B., in 1941.

Ravens are flying high in the sky, Cheer them on their way.

Hey! Hey! Hey! Shout out the black and white battle cry, Victory always.

Sons of grand ole' St. Benedict, Raise your banners high.

Soaring onto glory.

Faithful to the story, Ravens always fly on high!

The Clinking Tradition When something hits the floor of the Dining Hall, Benedictine college students start clinking their silverware. This evolved from an old tradition of clinking when a woman came onto the all-male campus.

Rocky the Raven Depictions of St. Benedict often include the raven. According to legend, the raven prevented St. Benedict from eating poisoned bread. Father Sebastian Weissenberger, O.S.B., first suggested the ‘Ravens’ mascot in 1927. Our trademark mascot is Rocky the Raven, whose birthday is celebrated on December 20.

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PLACES Mary’s Grotto Officially dedicated on September 8, 2009, Mary’s Grotto is nestled in a hill in the heart of campus.

Modeled after the grotto where Our Lady appeared to St. Bernadette in Lourdes, France, the Grotto serves as a central location for prayer and is a symbol of Mary’s care and protection over the College.

site of Raven basketball games and included the original Pit student cheering section. It was renovated and renamed the Haverty Center in 2003.

Raven Roost Raven Memorial Park Raven Memorial Park honors students who passed away while attending Benedictine College.

The memorial includes students spanning from the school’s founding in 1858 until present day.

Located in the center of campus, the park features a statue of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, enthroned in 2016.

The park includes the Memorial to the Unborn, dedicated by Ravens Respect Life for those Ravens Who Might Have Been, a waterfall and a stone pathway to Mary’s Grotto.

Haverty Gym The “old gym” was first opened on January 13, 1924. It was the 26

The Raven Roost is located on the first floor of the Haverty Center.

In this 1924 building, the Roost unites the past history of the college and its alumni with the lives of our current and future students. The centerpiece of the Raven Roost is the mural titled “The Development of Atchison Around the Benedictine Community” and was done by Anthony Benton Gude, grandson of Thomas Hart Benton as part of the renovation in 2003.

Campus Sign The current entrance sign to Benedictine College, a popular place for photographs, was placed on campus in 2005. It features

the seal of Benedictine College, along with the crests of the school’s predecessors St. Benedict’s College and Mount St. Scholastica College.

Abbey Lookout The observation point overlooking the Missouri River is “The most peaceful place on earth,” according to a quote by Mildred Ebner enshrined at the site. It is a popular place for students to relax — and has been the site of many Raven marriage proposals over the years.

EVENTS ROC Week Formerly known as OMEGA, then in 1998 ROK week, before becoming ROC. Raven Orientation Camp is Benedictine College’s orientation program for all new students. ROC week began in 2001.

Beanie Banquet On the last night of ROC week, students attend a special dinner.

They receive their beanies in groups after cawing like a raven. Students who have had a relative formerly attend the college are called “Legacy Students” and receive a pin they wear on their beanie.

Academic Convocation The Convocation is the academic “kick-off” event each year, and it features a speaker of interest to multiple disciplines. At the Convocation, freshmen are welcomed fully into the Raven community when they are invited to remove their beanies.

Oktoberfest Both the Abbey and the Mount trace their roots to Benedictines in Bavaria. The first Benedictine College Oktoberfest was held on October 5, 2000. Octoberfest features the tapping of the root beer keg, polka music, Bavarian-inspired food, and an original, limited-edition shirt given away to lucky Ravens.

Spooky Science Benedictine College students invite Atchison children to experience science demonstrations including The Ghost of Einstein, a pumpkin pendulum, a Haunted Chemistry Lab, and much more. The evening also includes face painting, mask making, and plenty of popcorn, cupcakes, and candy.

Beard Season Beard season takes place from November 1 through February 13, the day before Valentine’s Day. It is in honor of the impressive beard of the Abbey’s first leader, Abbot Innocent Wolf. This tradition began in 2001. Dean of Students Dr. Joseph Wurtz is a frequent participant.

Campus Lighting Ceremony In anticipation of Christmas, most of the major campus buildings are lit during the lighting ceremony.

This tradition began in 2006 and occurs on the Sunday night following Thanksgiving.

Mission Trips Every year Benedictine College sends students across the country and to remote areas of the world in order to serve others during Spring Break and Fall Mission Week. More than 15 percent of the student body fundraises and travels to 13

countries on five continents, as well as serving domestically.

Jam for the Lamb Jam for the Lamb is a student musical talent show that occurs on the last weekend before finals in the fall and the spring. It began in fall 2001.

Spring Formal The Spring Formal takes place off-campus and includes a banquet and an evening of dancing. In the 1930s–'40s the event was called Spring Prom, not taking up its current title until 1986. The event was moved off campus in 1989.

March of Light Students participate in the bookend traditions of two “March of Light” candle processions to the Grotto. As freshmen, they take a class picture in their beanies around the Haverty “B,” then they are greeted by faculty and staff as they carry a candle to the Grotto on the way to the Opening School Mass. As graduates, they partake in the March of Light ceremony as they process to the Baccalaureate Mass.

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RAVEN FAMILY CALENDAR (UPDATED)

As one way to mitigate any spread of the coronavirus, we will begin the semester one week early this fall.

Here is a quick list of important dates for Fall 2020:

FALL SEMESTER 2020 Move-in Day #1 • Freshman

in the Honors Program • Transfer

students and returning student-athletes in Football, Men and Women’s Soccer, and Volleyball

Saturday, August 8 Arrival and check in: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Move-In Day #2 • New International Students

Wednesday, August 12 Arrival and check in: All Day

Move-In Day #3 •F reshman student-athletes in Football, Volleyball, Men and Women’s Soccer, plus all participants in Marching Band, Cheer, Dance and Cross Country

Friday, August 14 Arrival and check in: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Family goodbyes after 4 p.m. Mass

Move-In Day #4 • All other new students, including non-athlete transfer students

Saturday, August 15 Arrival and check in: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Family goodbyes after 4 p.m. Mass

ROC (Raven Orientation Camp) Week

Saturday - Tuesday, August 15 - 18

Fall Semester Begins

Wednesday, August 19

Opening All-School Mass & Convocation

Tuesday, August 25

Labor Day

Monday, September 7 Classes in session

Family Weekend

Friday - Sunday, September 25 - 27

Oktoberfest

Friday, October 2

Homecoming Weekend

Friday - Sunday, October 16 - 18

Last Day of Fall Semester Classes

Tuesday, November 24

Fall Finals

Thursday, November 30 - December 4, 2020 All finals will be held online

Athletic Schedules: Please support Raven Athletics during the year! View schedules online at ravenathletics.com.

Updated June 9, 2020

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SPRING SEMESTER 2021 New Students Arrive and Check-in • Includes non-athlete transfers

Sunday, January 10 Arrival and check in: Noon - 3 p.m.

Spring Semester Begins

Wednesday, January 13

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

Monday, January 18 Classes in session

Feast of St. Scholastica All-School Mass

Monday, February 10, 10 a.m.

Mother-Son/Father-Daughter Banquet and Dance

Saturday, February 13

Ash Wednesday All-School Mass

Wednesday, February 17, 3 p.m.

50th Annual Scholarship Ball

Saturday, February 27

Midterm/1st Quarter Classes End

Tuesday, March 2

Spring Break

Saturday - Sunday, March 6 - 14 March 6: Residence halls close at 10 a.m.

March 14: Residence halls open at Noon

10th Annual Symposium on Advancing the New Evangelization

Friday - Saturday, March 19 - 20

Feast of St. Benedict

Sunday, March 21

Lil’ Sibs Weekend

Friday - Sunday, March 26 - 28

Easter Break

Thursday - Monday, April 1-5 No classes, Residence Halls open with limited dining services

Discovery Day

Wednesday, April 14

Springfest Weekend

Friday - Saturday, April 30 - May 1

Last Day of Spring Semester Classes

Tuesday, May 4

Study Day

Wednesday, May 5 No classes

Spring Finals

Thursday - Friday, May 6 - 7 Monday - Tuesday, May 10 - 11

Summer Break

May 12, 10 a.m.

Summer Break begins after student’s last final May 12: Residence halls close at 10 a.m.

Senior Brunch and Baccalaureate

Friday, May 15, 10 a.m., 4:30 p.m.

Commencement

Saturday, May 15, 10 a.m.

Graduates Depart Residence Halls

Sunday, May 16, 10 a.m.

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YOUR ENROLLMENT TEAM OFFICE OF FINANCIAL AID

OFFICE OF ADMISSION Will Burenheide ’17 Assistant Director of Admission wburenheide@benedictine.edu Office: 913.360.7780 Mobile: 913.426.2961

Becca Caudle ’13 Director of Undergraduate Admission bcaudle@benedictine.edu Office: 913.360.7469 Mobile: 913.370.3226

phelgesen@benedictine.edu Office: 913.360.7479 Mobile: 913.426.1813

Jon Krebsbach ’04 Director of Transfer Enrollment jkrebsbach@benedictine.edu Office: 913.360.7483 Mobile: 913.426.1798

Kristine Bryant Assistant Director of Financial Aid kmbryant@benedictine.edu 913.360.7480 Barbara Portenier Financial Aid Specialist bportenier@benedictine.edu 913.360.7484 Tony Tanking Director of Financial Aid ttanking@benedictine.edu 913.360.7485

Catherine Kluempers ’17 Assistant Director of Admission

Monica Nelson ’18 Assistant Director of Admission

ckluempers@benedictine.edu Office: 913.360.7470 Mobile: 913.360.0288

mnelson@benedictine.edu Office: 913.360.7577 Mobile: 913.426.4544

Avery Miller ‘19

Caroline Weis ’19 Assistant Director of Admission

ADDITIONAL OFFICES

cweis@benedictine.edu Office: 913.360.7004 Mobile: 913.360.0288

Business Office Office: 913.360.7403

Assistant Director of Admission - International amiller@benedictine.edu Office: 913.360.7538 Mobile: 913.370.5349

Megan Fassero ’97 Homeschool Coordinator megan.fassero@benedictine.edu Office: 913.360.7967 Mobile: 913.370.5301

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Peter A. Helgesen Dean of Enrollment Management

Tona Stone Associate Director of Financial Aid tstone@benedictine.edu 913.360.7321

Student Life Office Office: 913.360.7500 Student Health Center Office: 913.360.7117 Student Success Center Office: 913.360.7576

KEY CONTACTS Benedictine College’s faculty and staff are ready and available to assist your student.

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