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Bentley would not be Bentley without our First- Generation college students. In fact, our founder was a first-generation college student! Our First-Generation Student Support Committee is committed to serving our students who identify as first-generation college students. We consider you to be a first-generation student if your parent(s) or guardian(s) did not complete a four-year college degree in the United States.

Being the first at anything can be difficult, but the commitee is here to help by: n Supporting you by making sure you are aware of and have access to campus resources n Fostering inclusion and a sense of belonging by providing community-building opportunities that connect you with the First Falcon community n Equipping you with the necessary tools to confidently achieve your potential at Bentley Our mission is to create a community of academic and social support that celebrates you and empowers you to navigate your Bentley University journey to ensure personal and academic success. We recognize your accomplishments inside and outside of the classroom and can’t wait to witness your achievements. For more information on events, email us at GA_FirstGen@bentley.edu.

The Office of Gender and Sexuality Student Programs seeks to provide a welcoming and supportive environment for all students to engage with topics of gender and sexuality. We aim to create a more inclusive, informed and compassionate community through educational programs, dialogues and campus-wide workshops. We welcome all members of campus and strive to develop inclusive student leaders who celebrate gender, sexuality and their intersection with other dimensions of identity.

Become a Student Fellow and gain real-world leadership preparation through an exploration of current workplace diversity issues and best practices.

Join other male students interested in learning about gender equity issues and actively supporting their female peers in the classroom and the workplace.

The Bentley Women’s Network (BWN) builds and utilizes an established network of female business professionals and peers to empower Bentley’s future businesswomen.

People Respecting Individuality and Diversity through Education (PRIDE). A student organization that provides support, education, and social activities for the Bentley LGBTQ+ community.

Students Advocating Gender Equality (SAGE). A student organization that promotes the personal development and empowerment of women through open dialogue.

Selected during the admission process, women in this four-year program gain the essential skills, real-world experiences, and confidence needed to advance into leadership roles. We are located in Student Center Room 310A – stop in any time and look for our events on campus.

Bentley is committed to offering an accessible, equitable and inclusive learning environment for all students with disabilities. Disability Services provides accommodations and services that promote individual growth and self-advocacy. Through collaboration and innovative programming, the staff strives to inform and educate all members of the Bentley community and promote diversity that respects and appreciates disabilities.

n Learning disabilities n Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder n Mobility, visual and hearing impairments n Medical conditions

n Psychiatric/psychological disabilities

n Academic accommodations

n Assistance with accessibility issues n Community education n Individual coaching and support Services are tailored to each student’s individual needs, and we invite you to take advantage of these services. In turn, we will listen, guide and educate you on the full range of the accommodations and services available. We will also help evaluate your strengths and weaknesses, thereby enabling you to make wise choices on an independent basis. To register with Disability Services, please email your documentation to Stephanie Brodeur (sbrodeur@ bentley.edu) and Steph Bohler (sbohler@bentley. edu) Documentation must be current (usually no more than three to four years old) and must be submitted by a licensed or certified diagnostician or medical professional. This documentation must be a comprehensive assessment and should include recommendations for accommodations and treatment.

For further information regarding documentation for specific disabilities as well as general information, visit bentley.edu/offices/disability-services.

The Multicultural Center (MCC) at Bentley University promotes cultural awareness, knowledge and inquiry for students to gain the skills to learn more about their personal identity and appreciate the uniqueness of others. The MCC staff, with the help of MCC student interns, works to develop innovative programs that promote inclusion, diversity and belonging in all aspects of the student experience. At the MCC, we support a variety of students and programs on campus. We seek to serve our students of color, our first-generation college students and all of their allies by creating and maintaining a safe space for dialogue and providing resources for students to succeed. The MCC also looks to empower students to engage in meaningful, diverse interactions in places like their residence halls, their classrooms, at home and more by equipping them with the tools to engage in those conversations. By collaborating with faculty, staff and other key partners on programs and events, the MCC has become the hub for rich conversation, meaningful connections, and is a bounty of resources for all students. Dubbed students’ “home away from home,” we invite you to visit the MCC on the third floor of the Student Center and see how you can get involved.

While attending Bentley, you will have the chance to explore a host of new places and experiences. You will learn with people from all over the world and have the opportunity to explore practices and traditions that are new to you. As a secular university, Bentley honors the fact that no one particular religious tradition takes precedence here, and that exposure to a variety of traditions and practices is of utmost importance. In a growing global society, we are committed to education that promotes religious literacy and multi-faith cultural competencies. We find this works best relationally, so you’ll have many opportunities to enjoy halal and kosher food, to experience another religious custom, and to work together as a diverse student body all united in a common service project. Numerous engagement programs are guided by our Student Interfaith Council and team of chaplains. Many students have a clear connection with a particular religious tradition, and enjoy a strong faith community for worship, spiritual formation and good fun. Each week we offer religious services in the Sacred Space (located in the Student Center) and we also assist any student in finding alternative offcampus services. Our worship services are led by chaplains and advisers and currently include: • Catholic Mass, Sundays at 7:00 p.m. • Mindfulness Sitting Meditation, Wednesdays at 2:15 p.m. • Muslim Jum’ah prayer, Fridays at 1:00 p.m. • Jewish Shabbat services, Fridays at 5:30 p.m. and numerous holiday celebrations You will find student organizations, led by students and advised by members of the Spiritual Life staff, offering students a home for faith-based interests: • Art and Soul • Bentley Catholic Association • Muslim Student Association • Cru Bentley, Evangelical Christian Group • Hillel, a Jewish Group • Interfaith Council

Other students may not affiliate with any particular tradition, but rather have an interest in spiritual development and cultivating a deeper meaning of life. Spiritual questions such as “What is my purpose?” “Where am I my best self?” and “Who do I want to be?” are critical to explore during college. The Spiritual Life team is comprised of ordained ministers, rabbis, priests and qualified advisers who are committed to helping all students explore this aspect of their development. Many of our spiritual-not-religious students enjoy: • Art and Soul • Reading Day Retreats • Better Together Interfaith engagement • Mindfulness Practices • Interfaith Day of Service to package 15,000 meals If you have questions about any of our student groups, services, religious accommodations, or just want to connect, please reach out to us.

Commuter students must obtain a parking decal in order to park in university lots. Commuter students must register their vehicles with University Police within the first two weeks of the semester after the start of classes. Please do not attempt to register your vehicle earlier than the first day of classes as we cannot accept requests before this time. You may apply for a parking decal online. The nonrefundable parking fee for commuter students is $50.50 per semester. The commuter parking decal authorizes you to park in regular spaces in university lots designated for commuter parking while on campus. You are not allowed to park in spaces reserved for visitors, faculty, staff, resident students, handicapped parking (unless you have a state-issued handicapped placard), or spaces specifically marked for special purposes. University Police can issue temporary parking passes for an alternate vehicle should your primary vehicle not be available to you; for example, when your vehicle is in the repair shop.

Parking decals are required to park in all Bentley parking lots. Registration may be completed online at bce.bentley.edu. Log in and, select Request Parking Permit. If your vehicle is registered outside of Massachusetts, please fill out this form: bentley.edu/ offices/shuttle-parking-safety/parking-and-drivingform. The parking fee for resident students is $87.50 per semester and is non-refundable. The (red) resident parking decal authorizes parking in lots designated for resident parking on the lower and main campuses. Once you have registered your vehicle online, you may pick up your parking decal at the University Police station. Be sure to bring your valid driver’s license, valid motor vehicle registration, and Bentley ID card.

First-year resident students are not allowed to have a vehicle on campus. Some exceptions can be made; however, they are granted on an extremely limited basis for hardship or medical purposes, supported by documentation. First-year students must request an exception to the parking restriction by submitting a written request through the first-year parking request form available at bentley.edu/offices/shuttle-parkingsafety/parking-and-driving. Those students granted parking privileges must comply with strict guidelines, which will be outlined at the time a parking permit is issued. Violation of these guidelines may result in the revocation of parking privileges and conduct referral. Violations of the parking rules may result in your vehicle being ticketed and/or towed. Please see the University Police website for more information concerning parking rules and regulations at bentley.edu/campus-life/safety-transit.

The Bentley Shuttle is a great resource that can be used to explore the local area or just get around campus. The B-Line Shuttle stops at North Campus, Falcone Apartments, Collins Hall and Fenway Hall. The Harvard Square route includes all B-Line stops as well as Waverly Square in Belmont and Harvard Square in Cambridge for easy access to MBTA buses, subway and commuter rail lines. Waverley Square has many shops including a grocery store for your convenience. Harvard Square provides access to all that Boston has to offer. A mobile app provides live tracking, bus capacity, arrival times and important schedule updates for holiday breaks and weather disruptions. For more information on how to take advantage of the shuttle system and download our current mobile app, visit bentley.edu/offices/shuttle-parking-safety/shuttleroutes-and-schedules.

Bentley University continues to follow all public health recommendations of the CDC and Massachusetts Department of Public Health. For the latest campus health and safety guidelines, please visit bentley.edu/backtobentley.

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CONTACT Undergraduate Admission PHONE +1 781-891-2244 EMAIL ugadmission@bentley.edu

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CONTACT Stephanie S. Brodeur, CRC, LRC Director of Disability Services PHONE +1 781-891-2004 EMAIL sbrodeur@bentley.edu MAIL Disability Services 175 Forest Street Waltham, MA 02452

CONTACT Steph Bohler Associate Director of Disability Services PHONE +1 781-891-2004 EMAIL sbohler@bentley.edu

CONTACT Multicultural Center PHONE +1 781-891-2132 EMAIL multicultural_center@bentley.edu

CONTACT Rev. Dr. Robin Olson Director of Spiritual Life PHONE +1 781-891-2418 EMAIL rolson@bentley.edu

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