First-Year Notebook Class of 2026

First-Year Notebook

CLASS OF 2026

Table of Contents › 2022-23 Academic Calendar › Summary of Required Forms and Deadlines

Welcome Class of 2026 Name:

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Transitioning to Denison › › › › › ›

June Orientation June-O Schedules Advising and Academic Interests Form August Orientation Pre-Orientations Arrival and Orientation for International Students/Students Coming from Abroad

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Community Living › › › › ›

R esidential Communities & Housing Housing Preference Form Packing List Housing Preferences Student ID

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Health & Wellness › › › › › ›

Hoaglin Wellness Center Medical Services Counseling Services Wellness Education Financial Wellness Instructions for Completing Required Health Forms

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Finances › › › › › ›

Student Accounts Billing Parent Access Financial Aid Student Health Insurance Student Employment

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Academic Life › › › › › › › › ›

A cademic Advising and Advising Circles Peer Mentoring Program Registrar Bookstore Academic Resource Center (ARC) Lisska Center for Intellectual Engagement Center for Global Programs Off-Campus Study Writing Center

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Living on Campus › › › › › › › › ›

Dining Denison Dollars Special Dietary Requirements Meal Plan Options Mailroom Campus Safety Motor Vehicle Registration Student Conduct Information Technology Services

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Campus Involvement › A lford Community Leadership & Involvement Center (CLIC) › Denison Campus Governance Association (DCGA) › Fraternity & Sorority Life › Mitchell Recreation Center › Center for Belonging & Inclusion › The Open House: Center for Religious & Spiritual Life › Music Lessons & Ensembles › Vail Series

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Looking Forward › A ustin E. Knowlton Center for Career Exploration › Red Frame Lab › Alumni and Family Engagement › Big Red Weekend

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Useful Information › › › › › › ›

Travel Tips Directions to Campus Shuttles To and From Airport Connect to Columbus 26 Connect Trips Big Red Express Shuttles Hotel, Bed & Breakfast, and Restaurant Information › Office Directory

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Pages that contain information about required or optional forms are denoted with .

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Dear Denison Student: Welcome to Denison!

I am excited to welcome you to campus.

Over the last nine years, I have fallen deeply in love with Denison. I believe a Denison education will unlock your potential to be the architect of your life. For that to happen, we are going to ask a lot from you, and we will give a lot back in return.

Denison is challenging by design. Our faculty are world class educators who will expect a lot from you, because we know you are smart and capable. We will ask you to be engaged and involved across campus. We will give you incredible opportunities to pursue existing interests, and we will ask you to try new things and develop new passions.

And we will ask you to engage each other. Our students are interesting, motivated, and come from a wide range of backgrounds. Part of the Denison experience is forming friendships and learning from people who see the world differently from you.

The next four years will be filled with experiences, opportunities, friendships, fun and challenges. Our goal is to give you a great four year experience defined by a life shaping liberal arts education that launches you quickly and successfully into your career and life!

Orientation is the start of that process.

As you prepare for orientation, I would offer three pieces of advice: ›

First, take full advantage of the orientation process. Every piece of the process has been carefully developed to help you get off to a great start.

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Second, challenge yourself. Be willing to get outside your comfort zone. Select a Pre-Orientation trip that might be a little different for you. Take a class in an area that is new to you. Live with people who may come from a different background.

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Third, Denison is defined by relationships. Get to know your professors.

Engage our staff. Form a wide circle of friends. Be open to meeting new people.

I am excited to get to know you and look forward to welcoming you to campus during August Orientation.

Sincerely, Adam S. Weinberg, President

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2022-23 Academic Calendar August 2022 › A UG 17 - 18 Move-in days for first-year international students participating in Pre-Os

October 2022

May 2023

› OCT 10 - NOV 15 Advising and registration: spring semester

› MAY 1 Classes end for 2023 spring semester

› OCT 17 - 18 Fall break

› MAY 2 Reading and study day for final examinations

› A UG 22 - 23 Move-in days for first-year international students not participating in Pre-Os

November 2022

› MAY 3 Final examinations

› AUG 25 First-year Move-In Day By appointment, 9 am-1 pm

› NOV 21 - 25 Thanksgiving break

› AUG 20 Move-in Day for Pre-O Participants

› NOV 19 Residence halls close for Thanksgiving break

January 2023 › JAN 15 Residence halls reopen

› NOV 27 Residence halls reopen following Thanksgiving break

› JAN 16 Spring semester classes begin

› AUG 28 Residence halls open for upperclass students

› NOV 28 Classes resume

› JAN 23 Martin Luther King Jr Day observed

› AUG 29 Fall semester classes begin

December 2022

March 2023

I nduction of the Class of 2026 7 pm-8 pm

September 2022

› DEC 13 Fall Semester classes end

› MAR 11 Residence halls close for Spring Break

› SEPT 5 Labor Day: classes in session

› DEC 14 Reading and study day for final examinations

› MAR 13 - 17 Spring Break

› SEPT 30 - OCT 2 Big Red Weekend

› DEC 15 Final examinations

› MAR 19 Residence halls open

› DEC 16 Final examinations

› MAR 20 - APR 11 Advising and registration to be held for 2023 fall semester

› DEC 17 Final examinations

› MAR 20 Classes resume for spring semester

› DEC 18 Reading and study day for final examinations

April 2023

› DEC 19 Final examinations

› APR 14 Academic Awards Convocation

› MAY 4 Final examinations › MAY 5 Reading and study day for final examinations › MAY 6 Final examinations › MAY 7 Reading and study day for final examinations › MAY 8 Final examinations › MAY 9 Final examinations › MAY 10 Residence halls close for non-graduates › MAY 12 Denison University holds Baccalaureate services at 4 pm & 7 pm › MAY 13 182nd Annual Commencement Exercises Residence Halls close for graduates › MAY 14 - JUL 30 Summer Scholars Programs (tentative)

› DEC 20 Final examinations › DEC 21 Residence halls close for winter break

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First-Year Forms and Deadlines We cannot wait to have you on campus. But first, we need you to complete some tasks. For more information on the required tasks, how to complete them, and deadlines, please check your Enrollment Checklist on your Denison Admitted Student Portal at connect.denison.edu.

International Students

Phase 2: Family & Wellness Information

Phase 3: Housing & Financial Aid

Please note that there will be additional required forms and tasks to complete. To access these additional items, visit your MyISS portal through my.iss.denison.edu.

Family Information Form Denison doesn’t just welcome you to our community on The Hill, we welcome your family as well! Provide additional information to ensure that your family stays connected to the Denison community and is informed of the happenings on campus.

Housing Preference Form All new students need to complete this form to receive a housing assignment.

Additional Forms

Enrollment Checklist Support

Phase 1: General & Advising Information See Enrollment Checklist for deadline

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Enrollment Questionnaire This questionnaire asks general biographical and contact information, and will take you less than 5 minutes to complete.

June Orientation Registration All incoming first-year students must attend a June Orientation session. Sessions are offered on campus and virtually.

Advising & Academic Interests The information you provide in this form will assist those who are assigned to support you in the course registration process and prepare you for your academic journey at Denison.

admission@denison.edu 740-587-6276

First-Year Experience

firstyear@denison.edu 740-587-6224

Health & Wellness

wellness@denison.edu 740-587-6200

Residential Communities & Housing housing@denison.edu 740-587-6271

Wellness

Submit an ID Photo All new students are required to submit a photo for their student ID card. Your Denison ID serves as photo identification.

› Wellness Examination Form

Financial Aid

› Tuberculosis Screening

› Action on Student Loans

› Authorizations

› Direct Loan Master Promissory Note (MPN)

› Immunizations*

› Direct Loan Entrance Counseling

› Proof of Covid Vaccination*

› Denison Scholar Loan Promissory Note

*Based on your responses to questions in the vaccination policy acknowledgement, these requirements could fall in other phases.

Proxy (Guest) Access As a student, you can give your parents or legal guardians access to your personal information, student account, records, and more.

Language Placement Assessment Students wishing to continue a language taken prior to arriving at Denison or students seeking to demonstrate proficiency as a part of seeking a language requirement waiver will need to complete a language assessment.

› Denison Scholar Loan Self Certification

Phase 4: Final Important Details High School Transcript In order to enroll at Denison, we must receive your Official Final High School Transcript no later than August 1.

Action on Student Insurance All registered, full-time students are required to have health insurance coverage, either through the Denison Student Health Insurance Plan or through another individual or family plan.

Students will need to opt-in or waive coverage. › U pload Insurance Card to My Wellness portal if you waive Student Health Insurance Plan coverage.

Math Placement Assessment Quantitative Reasoning Assessment Vaccination Policy Acknowledgment Financial Responsibility Agreement

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Transitioning to Denison › June Orientation

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› June-O Schedules

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› Advising and Academic Interests Form

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› August Orientation

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› Pre-Orientations

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› T ransitional Orientation for International Students (Center for Global Programs)

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Notes

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Orientation

June-O

Register for a June Orientation session through your Admitted Student Portal at connect.denison.edu.

June-O 2022 Session Dates

WHY JUNE-O? › E stablish a relationship with a mentor team consisting of a faculty member and a current student to ease your transition into college; › L earn about the academic policies, procedures, and expectations of Denison, including the General Education Program, majors and minors, study abroad opportunities, internships, career connections, and more; › Determine advanced-placement credit, transfer credit, and math and foreign language enrollment levels;

Denison offers several orientation programs, which provide incoming first-year students a unique and enjoyable transition to life at Denison.

June Orientation June Orientation (June-O) is a two-day experience that provides an ideal opportunity for you to familiarize yourself with Denison, learn about opportunities that will be available to you, and meet faculty, current students, and some of your first-year peers!

June-O’s main focus is on academic preparation and course registration.

You will leave June-O with your class schedule set and feeling more prepared for a successful start when you come to campus in the fall. Up to 2 parents or adult family members are welcome and are encouraged to attend our concurrent June-O for Families orientation program. Programs begin at noon EDT on Day 1, and Day 2 concludes at 12:30 pm EDT. There is no family programming on Day 2 of the Virtual June-O program.

› M eet your fellow classmates so you see familiar faces when you come to campus in the fall; › Set your fall schedule!

All incoming first-year students will register for one of our June-O sessions. Students living abroad will register for a Virtual June-O for Students Coming from Abroad session.

Tuesday - Wednesday, June 14-15 Friday - Saturday, June 17-18 Tuesday - Wednesday, June 21-22 Friday - Saturday, June 24-25

While we encourage students to attend a June-O session hosted on campus, we also offer virtual sessions: › Wednesday - Thursday, June 8-9 › Saturday - Sunday, June 11-12 Please note that both on-campus and virtual sessions are two days long. You must be available for both days of your session, as you will be working with a Faculty Advisor and Student Advisor on course registration throughout both days. All times for virtual sessions are in Eastern Time.

Students have an equal opportunity to choose classes regardless of session. Attending an earlier session does not put you at an advantage for course registration.

Denison is committed to providing access for all people with disabilities and will provide accommodations if notified in advance.

Students participating in a virtual session who do not have access to a computer or high-speed internet should contact the Office of First-Year Experience at firstyear@denison.edu.

Students Coming From Abroad In order to provide our new students coming from abroad a similar June-O experience, we will hold 6 virtual June-O sessions on the dates listed above via Zoom. Students will be paired with a Faculty Advisor and Student Advisor as they are during our on-campus June-O programs.

All students coming from abroad must register for one of these 6 sessions.

We are holding both virtual and in-person sessions in 2022.

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2022 June-O Schedule

June-O Virtual Schedule

*Schedule is subject to change. An updated schedule will be provided to visitors upon arrival.

*All times listed are Eastern time. Schedule is subject to change.

Day 1

Day 2

Day 1

Day 1

10 am–noon

7:30-9 am

noon–1 pm

7:30–8:45 am

June-O check-in

Breakfast

Welcome and Q&A with President Adam Weinberg

Meeting with ISS Staff/My ISS Portal/Entry Requirements

noon–2 pm

9-11 am

1–2 pm

9–9:15 am

Welcome and Lunch with Faculty and Student Advisors

Students register for classes;

Students attend Design Your Life seminar;

Introduction of Faculty and Student Advisors

Families learn more about Denison

Families learn about the Denison curriculum

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2–3 pm

2–6 pm Students learn about Denison and prepare for course registration; Families learn about Denison

6–7 pm Dinner

Resource Fair

noon-2 pm Lunch

Students learn about Liberal Arts at Denison; Families meet Denison Faculty

3–4 pm Students meet with Faculty Advisors about academic advising;

7–8 pm

Families learn about student life at Denison

Student Advisors share their Denison experiences

4:30–5:30 pm

8–9 pm

Students prepare for course registration with Student Advisors;

Students learn about living at Denison; Families attend a Family Reception

9–10 pm Students attend social activities

Families learn about career exploration at Denison

6:30–7 pm Student Advisors share their Denison experiences

June-O International Schedule

9:15–9:30 am Student Advisors

9:30–10:30 am Academic Session with Faculty and Student Advisors

10:45–noon Course Planning with Student Advisors

Day 2 8-11 am Course Registration

11–noon Living at Denison with Student Advisors

7–8 pm Students learn about living at Denison

8-10 pm Students participate in social activities

Day 2 (students only) 9:30 am–noon Course Registration with Faculty and Student Advisors

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Orientation

First-Year Move-in Day Residential Communities & Housing will email students at their Denison email account this summer to sign up for a move-in time slot between 9 am-1 pm on Thursday, August 25.

June-O Checklist The Admitted Student Portal at connect.denison.edu contains forms and tasks that you are required to complete prior to your June-O session: › Register for June-O › C omplete the Advising & Academic Interests Form This form allows our staff to pair students with a faculty member for their June-O session. › C omplete the Math Placement Assessment All students entering Denison complete the Math Placement Assessment prior to June-O even if they do not intend to take a math course while at Denison. › L anguage Placement Assessment Depending on how a student plans to complete the Modern Languages general education requirement, the Admitted Student Portal will indicate whether they need to complete a Language Placement Assessment.

August Orientation (AUG-O) concentrates

primarily on issues of adjustment and the development of skills, both of which are critical to success in college. Aug-O activities will offer you an opportunity to get to know your fellow students, learn more about living and learning at Denison, and to have a lot of fun.

Aug-O is mandatory for all new first-year and transfer students. You’ll receive a final copy of the Aug-O schedule when you arrive on campus. Aug-O programming begins the evening of Thursday, August 25 and continues through Sunday, August 28. Fall semester classes then begin on Monday, August 29.

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Thursday, August 25, 2022 9 am-1 pm Move-In Fees (On-Campus Sessions Only) The fee for a student to participate in an on-campus session is $250. This fee covers the cost of all food, lodging, linens, and orientation materials. Each adult family member participant is an additional $30. Adult family members wishing to stay in a university residence hall may do so for $50 per person or $75 for a pair of adults sharing the same room. Students are required to stay overnight in a residence hall as part of the program. If you need to cancel an on-campus June-O registration, your fee will be refunded after June 27.

Travel Students should plan to arrive on campus no later than 11:30 am on Day 1, and plan to depart campus no earlier than 12:30 pm on Day 2.

You should indicate on the June-O registration form in the Admitted Student Portal if you need a shuttle from the John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to campus.

The Office of First-Year Experience will then contact those needing a shuttle to collect travel information and assign a shuttle time prior to their session.

Day 1 shuttles will leave the airport beginning as early as 9 am.

Day 2 shuttles will depart campus between 12:30-2:30 pm.

It takes approximately 45 minutes to get to the Columbus airport from Denison. Please schedule your travel accordingly.

You should not make non-refundable flight arrangements until your registration has been confirmed.

Aug-O staff, Community Advisors, and the Men’s Football Team will be on hand to help move your belongings into your residence hall.

11:30 am-2 pm Lunch

Enjoy a complimentary lunch in one of our dining halls.

1-3 pm Resource Fair Meet representatives from offices around campus and learn about all of the resources available to you.

3-5 pm Welcome to Denison Join us for concurrent student and family programming in the afternoon, where students will get to know each other, and parents will learn how Denison partners with them to support student success.

5-6 pm Dinner Enjoy a complimentary dinner in one of our dining halls, or try one of Granville’s restaurants.

6-6:45 pm Assembly of Incoming Students First-year students will assemble at Swasey Chapel to prepare for their Induction Ceremony.

7 pm Induction Ceremony

for the Class of 2026

Each year, Denison welcomes the newest members of its student community at the Induction Ceremony. As part of this ceremony, held outdoors on the Reese~Shackelford Common, members of the faculty and staff greet and applaud the new class, which processes along Chapel Walk before arriving at the Common.

The president formally welcomes the new class with a charge to excellence and service over the next four years. In addition to the president, speakers include the student body president of the Denison Campus Governance Association, the chair of the faculty, and the vice-president of Institutional Advancement.

Also included is the premiere performance of a musical fanfare that has been commissioned specifically for the class. Four years later, at the class’ Commencement exercises, the fanfare is performed for the second and final time.

Parents and other family members are encouraged to attend this very special ceremony for their incoming students. The ceremony will also be live-streamed and recorded for family members who are not able to attend in person.

Students moving in early for fall athletics or Pre-Orientation programs will hear from Residential Communities & Housing and their coach or orientation leaders. Those students will participate in afternoon programming and the Induction Ceremony on Thursday, August 25.

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Orientation

Pre-Orientations

In addition to June-O and Aug-O, Denison offers a wide variety of optional Pre-Orientation programs prior to Aug-O which will help you expand your horizons, deepen your understanding of yourself, and connect with other first-year students who share your interests and passions. Students who participate in a Pre-Orientation experience a higher satisfaction with starting their first semester at Denison, feel a better sense of connection with peers, and get to know a few faculty and staff members as they transition to college.

Apply for Pre-Orientations in the Admitted Student Portal at connect.denison.edu by May 15.

All Pre-Orientation programs will take place off campus.

After the May 15 deadline, applications will only be considered if the program has not reached its capacity. Participants will be notified of acceptance in June, or on a rolling basis if applying after the deadline. For all Pre-Orientation programs, you will move into your fall residence hall assignment early. The fee for all Pre-Os is $250. Students in Questbridge, the Denison Columbus Alliance, and others determined to have eligible financial need by our Office of Financial Aid will have all fees waived.

Dates Pre-Orientation participants will move in on Saturday, August 20, 2022, between 9 am-1 pm.

Pre-Os will depart campus on Sunday, August 21, and return on Wednesday, August 24. The rest of the first-year class will arrive on Thursday, August 25.

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DSO (Denison Service Orientation)

Denison by Design

Students will participate in a service experience related to homelessness and hunger in the surrounding Licking County area. Experienced student leaders and faculty/staff leaders will guide participants through leadership training, group building, issues education, and direct-service. Service-Learning is an important area of emphasis at Denison University. Whether students have had previous service experience or not, this orientation is a great way to begin the transition to life at Denison, build strong friendships, and realize the possibilities available to them at Denison.

Explore Columbus. Meet fellow Denisonians. Learn how to make the best of your Denison experience “by design.” Centered in downtown Columbus, this pre-orientation allows us to eat, sleep, and experience the possibilities our nearby metropolitan city offers. We’ll share in a few design workshops that will have you sketching your many possible futures, exploring the entrepreneur inside of you, and designing experiences for others that will serve you well as you start to get involved on campus. Have a great time with the Red Frame Lab, and we’ll prepare you to make the most of your Denison journey … by design.

Paving the Way

Programs DAO (Denison Art Orientation) Explore the vibrant urban arts culture that only a big city can generate. Students will travel to Columbus, Ohio with faculty, staff, and student leaders. Participants will work with local artists in workshops that include dance, art, music, and theatre.

Some time is also spent touring museums, public art, and the city. This program is not just for arts people - students who are energized by city life, interested in multicultural experiences, or like to think about how art can capture or change our experiences will have a great time.

DCO (Denison Canoeing Orientation) Head into the wilderness of Ohio for an unforgettable adventure. Students will take part in a wilderness, paddling, and camping experience. The program is also an outdoor learning experience, designed to help students develop safe paddling skills, practice valuable skills in “Leave No Trace” camping, and learn about Ohio’s natural history and geography. The team will paddle canoes down the Mohican River and sleep at primitive campsites along its banks. *Previous canoeing experience is required.

DOO (Denison Outdoor Orientation) Take part in a unique and challenging backpack hike through the wilds of the Otter Creek Wilderness Area of the Monongahela National Forest in West Virginia. Students will gather in groups of eight, each led by a faculty-student staff team, as they explore a beautiful and inspiring landscape of hills and forests. Spending time together during the three-day hike is a great opportunity to make new friends, learn more about Denison, and have a lot of fun.

Sponsored by The Center for Belonging & Inclusion, the 26th Annual Paving the Way (PTW), will be held in Columbus. Although its primary focus is to assist traditionally underrepresented student populations in transitioning to the academic, cultural, and social climate at Denison University, PTW encourages all entering students to participate in this program. Sessions will address holistic well-being, cultural and social identity development, personal development, and community building.

Big Red Connections Connect with recent Denison graduates in Columbus and Cleveland! Through this program, you’ll explore the sights and sounds of the cities, tour some of the top employers of Denison graduates, and make connections with fellow Denisonians. Alumni will share their favorite Denison experiences, how they spent their time on The Hill, including leadership roles and internships, and how they maximized their Denison experience to land their current jobs.

Beyond the Local: The Global Footprint of Central Ohio Sponsored by the Center for Global Programs, students will embark on a journey through Central Ohio to explore the many, often hidden, globally networked features of the region. As they explore, students will build strong friendships, meet some of Denison’s amazing faculty, and begin to learn more about the global footprint of the capital city of Columbus.

LeaderShape The LeaderShape Institute provides students with the opportunity for self-discovery and self-reflection. Not a typical leadership retreat, the Institute is grounded in helping individuals identify the values they hold that lead to making a difference in the communities around them. Through selfassessment, intensive small group discussions, team-building challenges, and more, participants will develop a vision for something they care about. By leading with passion, integrity, and a healthy disregard for the impossible, participants explore who they are and the impact that they want to have on communities working towards a more caring, just, and equitable society.

Contact the First-Year Office with questions about Summer orientation programs and transition assistance firstyear@denison.edu | 740-587-6224 First-Year Office: Higley Hall | Room 119

Playing a Fall Sport?

Some fall athletic programs begin practice before the opening of the University. Your schedule will not allow you to participate in a Pre-O if you are on the cross country, field hockey, football, soccer, or volleyball teams.

Team members will receive details from their respective coaching staffs during the summer, including the date of the physical examinations for athletic team members. If you have any questions about participating in a varsity sport, please contact athletics@denison.edu.

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Orientation

Arrival and Orientation for International Students/Students Coming from Abroad Denison has a strong commitment to our international community, which includes students and faculty who are foreign nationals, U.S. citizens who have international experience through work or family connections, and U.S. nationals who identify themselves as global citizens. As a community, we take seriously the challenges associated with learning to live, work, learn, and create in a world that is wonderfully diverse and increasingly interdependent. The staff at the Center for Global Programs looks forward to meeting you in August and experiencing your active participation in the intellectual and community life at Denison.

Arrival On Campus The Center for Global Programs invites you to begin your college experience by participating in our Pre-Arrival Orientation Program for students coming from abroad, which will take place virtually on the My ISS Portal (my.iss.denison.edu). This program will introduce you to campus life, outline important arrival and immigration processes, and introduce you to the support services that are available to you at Denison. The information in the Pre-Arrival Orientation program is especially valuable for students who will transition to a new culture and/or country.

Denisonians coming from abroad will be able to arrive on campus a few days early. For those participating in a Pre-O, the move-in dates are August 17 and 18. For students not participating in a Pre-O, move-in will take place on August 22 and 23. The Center for Global Programs will create an arrival program to help students settle into their residence halls, open bank accounts, apply for mobile phone services, explore campus, and learn about the Granville and Columbus communities. Our Global Ambassadors (student leaders) will meet you at the Columbus International Airport (CMH) Welcome Center and assist you with making your way to campus. For more arrival information, please see the “Supplement for Students Coming from Abroad” in your My ISS Portal.

Orientation Programming Denison offers a number of off-campus pre-arrival programs for all first-year students. Each program creates a unique experience for students to deepen their understanding of themselves by exploring a number of interests and passions. Pre-Orientation programming occurs before the August Orientation and is a chance to transition to life at Denison by forming bonds and friendships with other entering first-year students in small group settings. Pre-Orientations are optional for international students.

At August Orientation, you will attend a variety of programs and activities designed to familiarize you with Denison and with the members of your class.

Global Ambassadors The Center for Global Programs employs students called Global Ambassadors who serve in a mentorship capacity to assist you in your transition to Denison. Our Global Ambassadors will reach out to you prior to June Orientation and will be at the airport to welcome you when you arrive in August.

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Contact the Center for Global Programs with questions about: Visas, international orientation, international student employment, and international student cultural transition assistance globalprograms@denison.edu | 740-587-6532 The Center for Global Programs: Burton Morgan Center Rooms 415 & 417

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Community Living › Residential Communities & Housing

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› Housing Preference Form

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› Packing List

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› Housing Preferences

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› Student ID

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Community Living |

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Community Living Residential Communities and Housing commits to creating communities that are inclusive and supportive across students’ four years. From the moment you enroll until your graduation, you are part of Denison’s vibrant residential living program. We will help match you with a roommate, determine your housing assignment, and work closely with you as you transition to Denison and live among your peers and classmates! Residential Communities and Housing supports you in your new home away from home as you build friendships, navigate discomfort, and develop an understanding of the world from various points of view.

At Denison, we offer cohort-style living for students. This means that all first-year students reside in communities with other first-year students.

This living experience provides you the opportunity to adjust to campus, meet your classmates, and begin to develop life-long friendships. We’re sure you’ll enjoy the experience no matter the residence hall.

The first step in making Denison home is to apply for housing!

Your Housing Preference Form is part of Phase 3 of the checklist in your Admitted Student Portal, and is due no later than Wednesday, June 15, 2022. This form is located in your MyHousing Portal, which you navigate to via MyDenison (MyDenison > My Apps > MyHousing). Under Applications/Forms, new students will complete the 2026 Housing Preference Form. The Chronic Illness Verification Form is also due on this date, if applicable to you, and is found in your MyWellness Portal.

Contact Student Housing with questions about:

Community Advisors At Denison, we call student leaders living in the halls “Community Advisors.” You will meet your Community Advisor (CA) on Move-In Day, and they will be a part of your August Orientation experience. CAs build community by investing in relationships and leading programs. Your CA will help you troubleshoot concerns and learn about Denison. There are also professional staff members who work with each building and quad to support students and bring resources into the residence halls.

Events and Community CAs organize and promote programs and events that bring people together. When you attend these events, you’ll meet people with shared interests, learn new things, and connect with other members of your community.

Want to know more?

For all things related to housing assignments, roommates, packing, and more, navigate to: denison.edu/campus/housing.

Or, to view this information in MyDenison, visit: MyDenison > Campus Resources > Campus Resources > Residential Communities and Housing.

Housing assignments, living spaces, student IDs, and keys

Contact the Residential Communities & Housing staff with questions about: Leadership development, civic engagement, problem-solving, roommate relationships, Community Advisors, and Community Coordinators

housing@denison.edu 740-587-6271

residentialcommunities@denison.edu | 740-587-6757 Curtis Community Center, located below Curtis Dining Hall

Packing List Here are some items to consider bringing to campus:

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› Bedding: twin extra-long sheets, blankets, comforters, mattress pad and cover, pillow › Command strips for hanging decorations/posters, etc. (use per instructions!) › Cleaning supplies: small vacuum, disinfectant wipes, paper towels › Clothing: seasonal items including winter coat and gloves, umbrella and raincoat; dress clothing for special events, comfortable shoes, and boots.

Prepare to dress in layers! › Desk lamp/study light › Electric fan (box fan/window fan, AC units are not permitted unless approved for accomodation) › Entertainment needs: books, TV, speaker, games, sports equipment, etc. › First aid kit, bandaids, backup device charger, flashlight

› K itchen supplies: can opener, dishes, mugs, drinking glasses, eating utensils, etc. › Laundry supplies: detergent, dryer sheets, drying rack, hangers › Refrigerator: fewer than 4.0 cubic feet and cannot be a Micro-Fridge (refrigerator with microwave) › School and office supplies: backpack, pens, pencils, notebooks, folders, scissors, stamps, stacking crates, storage boxes, small tool kit › Surge protector(s) (Extension cords are not permitted) › Toiletries: towels, washcloths, shower gel, shampoo, conditioner, razors, deodorant. Don’t forget a small caddy to carry items to the bathroom! › Wastepaper basket/trash can and trash bags › 2 forms of identification if you intend to apply for a campus job

Community Living This OR That

Your Denison Student ID

Get ready to apply for housing! Here are some questions you’ll find in the housing preference form. Grab a pen and start thinking about your answers!

I am…

I prefer study noise level to be…

I sleep…

__ A creature of habit; I’m set in my ways

__ Absolute silence

__ Light as a feather

__ Pretty flexible

__ Some ambient noise is okay

__ I only wake up to loud noises

__ Loud with TV or music turned up

__ As hard as a rock

I’ll have people over…

I’ll go to bed…

__ Rarely

__ 10 pm or earlier

__ Sometimes

__ 1 am or later

__ Frequently

__ Sometime between 10 pm-1 am

My feeling about sharing my stuff with my room is…

When I sleep I like…

__ What’s mine is mine

__ Some ambient noise like a fan

__ T otally flexible; I go along to get along

In my free time I will… __ Go out and be social __ C hill in my room, probably with friends __ Sleep or hang out solo

I want my roommate to be someone I… __ Plan to have a separate life from __ Consider an acquaintance __ Hope to be a close friend with

My room is usually… __ Clean and immaculate __ Organized clutter __ Messy

I clean my room… __ Weekly or more often __ Bi-weekly or monthly __ When I’m asked to do so

__ We can share, with established boundaries

__ Complete silence __ Music or TV playing

__ What’s mine is yours

I…

I usually wake up…

__ P refer a drug, alcohol, and tobacco-free lifestyle

__ I beat the sun out of bed (5-7 am) __ Mid-morning riser (8-10 am) __ I try to make it out of bed by lunch (11 am-1 pm)

And I like to… __ Leap out of bed __ Snooze once and get up __ Hit snooze as much as possible

__ Am a smoker (vape, tobacco, etc.) __ Would be a good roommate for members of the LGBTQ community

New students are required to submit a photo for their student ID card. Your Denison ID serves as picture identification and is valid for the 4 years of enrollment at Denison University. To submit your ID photo visit MyDenison > Campus Resources > Residential Communities & Housing > Keys & IDs. The ID card is multi-functional in that it is used for access to your residence hall, the library, the Mitchell Center, and all university events including Denison athletic events.

The ID card also functions as your meal card.

Please follow the guidelines listed on the submission page and use the “Upload” button at the bottom to submit your photo for your Denison ID. If you submit a photo that does not meet our official standards, we will email you to let you know why we are unable to accept that image; we will invite you to submit a different photo.

STUDENT IDENTIFICATION

D00000000 Buzzwell Buzzingham DENISON UNIVERSITY • GRANVILLE OHIO • USA

Login to MyDenison and upload your photo here

Once your photo is approved, it will be printed on your ID card - no changes. Make sure you are happy with it before uploading!

Your checklist will update once the photo has been approved. Please note that it will not update immediately upon submission.

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Health & Wellness › Hoaglin Wellness Center

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› Medical Services

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› Counseling Services

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› Wellness Education

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› Financial Wellness

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› I nstructions for Completing Required Health Forms

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Health & Wellness

Hoaglin Wellness Center The Ann & Thomas Hoaglin Wellness Center, opening in August 2022, embodies our vision for wellness—integrating physical health services, mental health services, and wellness education.

The Hoaglin Wellness Center is a hub on campus for wellness opportunities, activities, and conversations, with the goal of helping students to build the habits and skills to manage their wellness during their time at Denison and also in their lives beyond The Hill as well.

Medical Services Our Medical Team consists of physicians, nurse practitioners, and registered nurses who provide Primary Care Services to all enrolled students. Our services include: › Appointments for acute and chronic illness › P reventative health services in the form of physicals (sports, work, school-related, pre-op) › W omen’s Health – including well-woman exams, STD screenings, birth control, and problem visits › Minor surgical procedures › Patient education › F acilitating referrals to specialists within the surrounding community There is no charge for an office visit with one of our team members. However, charges can be incurred if you receive medications, require laboratory services, or have procedures performed. We do provide an insurance-ready statement that the student can access through the My Wellness portal, under the Account Summary section. This statement can be submitted to your insurance for reimbursement.

In delivering services we recognize students as complex individuals with spiritual, cultural, financial, emotional, and physical needs. Our goal is to develop a plan of care that encompasses these needs to ultimately assist the student in achieving/maintaining an optimal state of health.

Counseling Services The Counseling Services team is a multidisciplinary team of counseling clinicians, a dietitian, and a psychiatrist. Counseling Services at the Hoaglin Wellness Center supports the holistic well-being and academic success of students, and contributes to a healthy and inclusive campus climate. Enrolled students are eligible to receive counseling services from the Wellness Center, including short-term individual therapy, single-session counseling, group counseling, and medication management.

Where the scope of care required exceeds the services within the Wellness Center, Denison endeavors to assist students in making referrals to outside providers.

Counseling Services invites all students to make an appointment to meet with one of our counseling clinicians and discuss their concerns. The clinician, in collaboration with the student, will determine if services within the Hoaglin Wellness Center will best serve the student’s needs or if a referral for services outside the center would be more appropriate.

Services We Provide › › › › › › › › ›

Initial assessment appointments Short-term individual counseling Same Day/Urgent counseling Consultation Group counseling/Support groups Workshops Outreach programming Referral services Couples counseling (if both individuals are eligible for services)

Services Outside Our Scope The Counseling Center provides short-term therapy to students. Some students will have mental health needs that extend beyond what our counseling center can provide, and they will be directed to services off-campus. Some of the issues that are commonly addressed through referral to services outside of Counseling Services for longer-term or more intensive counseling include: › Learning disability, neuropsychological, or ADHD assessment › Presence of impairing eating disorder › A history of multiple hospitalizations, chronic suicidality and/ or self-injury behaviors; history of repeated suicide attempts › Evidence or risk of progressive deterioration in mental or emotional functioning, requiring intensive intervention › Presence of impairing drug and/or alcohol problems › Court-mandated assessment or treatment requirements

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Clinical Hours of Operation Monday - Friday: 8 am-8 pm Saturday - Sunday: 10 am-4 pm Counseling Hours by Appointment Monday - Friday: 8:30 am-4:30 pm (some evening appointments available) Crisis Phone Counseling 24/ 7/365 Days a Year (Call 740-587-6647)

Primary Medical Care by Appointment Monday and Wednesday: noon–4 pm Tuesday: 8:30 am-4 pm Thursday: 8:30 am-7:30 pm Friday: 9 am-4 pm Triage Care for Minor Acute Illness Monday - Friday: 8 am-8 pm Saturday: 10 am-4 pm Sunday: 10 am-4 pm

How to Access Services During the academic year, appointments for both medical and counseling may be made by calling 740-587-6200.

You may also schedule some medical appointments online through the My Wellness portal.

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Health & Wellness

The Wellness Center Enrolled Student Checklist

Wellness Education

In addition to providing clinical care, Denison also works to support students in establishing habits and skills to manage their well-being. Wellness Staff provides training, educational outreach, wellness programs, and services to the community around topics such as stress management, the fundamentals of wellness like sleep, movement, and nutrition, as well as alcohol and other drugs, sexual health, and body image. Students have opportunities to participate in wellness conversations, cycling, yoga, and Pilates classes, nutrition kitchens, mindfulness and meditation opportunities, financial wellness coaching, and a variety of wellness workshops.

Wellness Examination Form › › › ›

Print Wellness Examination Form.

Write name and date of birth at the top of each page.

Contact your medical clinician’s office.

Ask if you’ve previously had a physical on or after November 1, 2020. › Y es? Request to drop off WEF, ask your clinician to complete it, and date it for the day the physical took place. › No? Schedule an appointment for a college physical, and remember to take your form!

› Scan and upload completed WEF to My Wellness Portal.

Signed Authorization Form Financial Wellness The Financial Wellness Office provides personal financial and money management education to all students. We provide confidential individual financial consultations and planning services. All of our programs and coaching services are offered to students at no cost.

› 18 years of age or older?

Resources:

› Sign the electronic form through the portal.

› Individualized financial coaching sessions › G uidance and support through the Red Thread Fund, an emergency fund available to students who qualify based on financial aid eligibility › Financial Wellness programs and events › Our on-demand money management platform, GradReady at your own pace

OR

› 17 years of age or younger? › P rint the Minor Authorization Form to be signed by a parent or legal guardian, then upload to the portal.

Insurance Information

At the Financial Wellness Office, you can:

› F ollow us on Instagram and YouTube for resources and current events https://linktr.ee/DuFinancialWellness

› S chedule personal and confidential coaching sessions with a trained professional

Contact the Financial Wellness Office with questions about:

› L earn how to plan, track and review income, savings, and expenses

Money management, financial consulting, planning for tuition and fees

› N otify us at wellness@denison.edu that you will be using Denison’s health insurance plan.

smithsa@denison.edu | 740-587-5320 Financial Wellness Office: Slayter Union | Room 119

Health Questionnaire & TB Screening

› Learn how to establish and manage credit › Create a financial survival plan for college › Understand credit reports and scores › Plan for tuition and fee payments › Manage your meal plan › C reate repayment plans for student loans and personal debt › Plan for expenses and living costs after college

› U pload a photocopy of the front and back of your insurance card to the portal.

OR

(Domestic Students Only)

› Complete electronic forms in the My Wellness portal.

Proof of Covid Vaccination Wellness forms are due in Phase 2 of your Enrollment Checklist. Please visit your Admitted Student Portal for dates.

Scan and upload documentation to your My Wellness Portal.

Contact the Wellness Center with questions about: Emergency care, medical services, counseling services, instructions for completing required health forms, Denison health insurance, counseling, and Covid-19 protocols wellness@denison.edu | 740-587-6200 Wellness Center | Hoaglin Center

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Finances › Student Accounts

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› Billing

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› Parent Access

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› Financial Aid

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› Student Health Insurance

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› Student Employment

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Financial Aid

Finances Student Accounts Each student has a Student Account where tuition, course fees, housing, meals, insurance, loans, grants, scholarships, miscellaneous charges, and payments are applied.

Statements Electronic statements are produced on the first working day of each month; Student Accounts does not mail statements. Students can view their monthly statement by logging into their Self-Service account on MyDenison.

While statements are produced each month, the two major billings are July (Fall Semester) and December (Spring Semester). Each month an email will be sent to let you know a statement is available to view. The email will be sent to your Denison email address and to any Proxy whom you granted direct access to your statement. Other account-related emails (i.e. requests for action or past-due notices) may be sent as well.

The Office of Financial Aid works hard through the summer months to ensure a smooth financial transition to your time at Denison.

It is important to check your email regularly and respond promptly to requests and provide documentation that is needed to finalize your financial aid. The following information is key to understanding your financial aid, where to find information, and next steps in the process.

Method of Correspondence

Proxy Access Students can grant parents and others direct access to statements in their Self-Service account on MyDenison. This is called a PROXY.

Set up instructions

The Office of Financial Aid will use your Denison email address for communications from the office. The office recommends that you check your email regularly for most current requests, information, and updates.

Students are asked to complete the Financial Responsibility Agreement in Phase 1 of their Enrollment Checklist. In signing this document, students are accepting responsibility for timely payment of bills and fees. Failure to act in accordance of the Financial Responsibility Agreement could result in the inability to register for courses, select housing, or being administratively withdrawn from the university.

The fall semester bill will be in MyDenison Self-Service and emailed to students and their proxies on July 6. The due date for the fall semester bill is July 27.

› Your financial aid awards › Award history › Missing financial aid documents

Reviewing Your Account - Self-Service You will use your personal login and password to access the Denison Self-Service website. Click on the blue Self-Service box in the upper righthand corner of your MyDenison page. In Self-Service you will have access to: › › › ›

Your student account information Your grades Register for classes Set up a Parent Proxy

Next Steps – Student Loans If you plan to borrow any of your offered Federal Direct Loan funds (Subsidized and/or Unsubsidized), you must complete the following two steps before the funds can be disbursed to your student account: › STEP 1: Accept, reduce, or decline the offered Federal Direct Loans

Entrance Counseling: This information session, required for all first-time borrowers, explains your rights and responsibilities as a student borrower and provides information about how to manage your student loans, both during and after college. The session typically takes approximately thirty minutes to complete.

Payments

Learn more

Once logged into MyDenison, you will navigate to the My Financial Aid link under MyApps. In the My Financial Aid portal you will have access to:

› STEP 2: Go to www.studentaid.gov (Federal Student Aid - U.S. Department of Education site). Using your FSA ID (the ID used on the FAFSA), complete the items below

Learn how to set up a proxy in Self-Service by visiting https://denison.edu/ forms/parent-proxy-grant-parentsother-guests-access. It is important that students grant direct access prior to June 15 to ensure the proxy receives the Fall Statement Notification and other helpful information.

Student Accounts accepts payment by check, money order, cash, and electronic transfer. You may also pay online by credit card (a convenience fee applies). Payments from outside the US can be made through FlyWire at https://payment.flywire.com/pay/payment. Monthly payment plan options are available through Nelnet Campus Commerce.

Reviewing Your Financial Aid – My Financial Aid

Loan Agreement (Master Promissory Note/MPN) for Subsidized/Unsubsidized Loans: The MPN is a legal document in which the borrower promises to repay the loan and any accrued interest and fees to the U.S. Department of Education. The MPN can cover multiple academic years. You will need to provide the name, address, and phone number of two personal references who are not family members.

Contact the Student Accounts Office with questions about:

Next Steps – Other Financing Options › OPTION 1: Parent PLUS Loan Request If it has been determined that you are a Dependent student on your FAFSA, parent(s) can apply for a Direct Parent PLUS Loan using their FSA ID (the same ID they used on the FAFSA).

A parent applying for a PLUS loan is required to complete the approval (credit check). If a PLUS Loan is approved through a credit appeal or with an endorser, PLUS Credit Counseling is also required as well as a new MPN. https://denison.edu/campus/ finances/federal-loans › OPTION 2: Private/Alternative Student Loans These types of loans, not provided by the federal government, are based on the good credit history of the student and/or a co-signer. You may borrow from any lender of your choosing. Be mindful of interest rates and fees. https://denison.edu/ campus/finances/private-education-loans › OPTION 3: Monthly Payment Plan with Nelnet Campus Commerce Semester payment plans are available with a $50 non-refundable per semester enrollment fee. The number of months depends on when you enroll. https://denison.edu/campus/finances/semesterpayment-plans

Billing, proxy access for parents, and Denison dollars studentaccounts@denison.edu | 740-587-6274 Doane Administration | 1st Floor

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Finances Finances Student Health Insurance All full-time students must have insurance coverage. The Denison University Student Insurance Plan is required for students not covered under their family’s health/hospitalization plan, an individual health plan, or Medicaid. Even if you have coverage under another plan, it is strongly urged that international students and intercollegiate athletics, club sport, intramural, and off-campus study participants carry the Denison University Student Health Insurance Plan.

Each student must enroll in or waive the Student Health Insurance Plan. Enrollment is automatic for all students unless the waiver is completed. To enroll in or waive this insurance, please complete the form through Wellfleet at wellfleetstudent.com.

Students will log into the Wellfleet site to complete the form using their MyDenison login. The July billing statement for your first semester will include the charge for this insurance plan unless it is waived.

If a student has a state-sponsored insurance plan, please note many of these plans do not provide benefits outside of your state of residence (unless you are receiving emergency care within an emergency department of a hospital). Please check with your plan to verify.

If a student would like to submit documentation of their medical visit and charges to their personal insurance plan, the student must ask for a “Detailed Walkout Statement.” This insurance-ready statement for insurance reimbursement is generated at the time of the office visit.

A student may request a copy of these statements at Health Services or at the Student Account Office. Denison does not submit statements directly to students’ individual insurance companies.

See the Student Insurance Plan

Outside Scholarships If you are receiving scholarships from outside sources, you will need to notify the Office of Financial Aid about these awards.

You may provide a copy of the award letter or send an email to finaid@denison.edu with details on the scholarship. Outside scholarships will not appear as a credit on the bill until the scholarship checks are received from the various organizations.

Disbursement Requirements Financial aid will disburse toward the institutional bill when the following requirements have been met:

› F or student loans, ALL steps must be completed and received by our office › A ll requested documentation submitted to our office and processed › F inal high school transcript has been received by the Office of Admission Contact the Office of Financial Aid with questions about: Student loans, scholarships, and Federal Work Study finaid@denison.edu | 740-587-6276 Financial Aid Office: Doane Administration | 1st Floor

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STUDENT EMPLOYMENT

How To Find a Job Beginning in the middle of July, student job postings will be posted to MyDenison under Campus Resources > Administration > Student Employment. This page will provide a list of all positions currently available. Many offices do not post jobs until closer to the beginning of the semester, so keep checking the website for new listings.

Prior to Working If you plan to work, you should come to campus prepared to complete paperwork with Human Resources. Students must complete a federal Form I-9 upon employment being offered, and prior to any work being performed. To complete the I-9, students are asked to bring to campus the following documents. ALL DOCUMENTS MUST BE ORIGINALS. Copies cannot be accepted. Additional acceptable documents can be found on MyDenison. › A current unexpired U.S. passport

OR › A current unexpired Driver’s License/State ID AND a Social Security Card (not laminated)

Students are paid through direct deposit to their personal bank account. Bring your bank account information. This can be either a voided check (a deposit slip will not work) or a preprinted form from your bank that lists your bank’s routing number and your account number.

The Office of Human Resources encourages you to contact or visit the office if you have any questions regarding your student employment.

Contact the Assistant Director of Student Employment with questions about: Campus jobs, Federal Work Study, and Davis Summer Work Program sauniern@denison.edu Doane Administration | Room 307

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Academic Life › Academic Advising & Advising Circles

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› Peer Mentoring Program

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› Registrar

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› Bookstore

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› Academic Resource Center (ARC)

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› L isska Center for Intellectual Engagement

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› Off-Campus Study

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› Writing Center

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Academic Life

Academic Advising The Office of First-Year Experience coordinates academic and co-curricular programs and services for first-year students in an effort to help students feel at home and allow them to be productive in the Denison environment. The Academic Dean of First-Year Students is here to promote students’ progress toward timely completion of their degrees and achievement of their academic and professional goals. Functions of this office include oversight of the college’s orientation programs and an array of social supports before and during the academic year.

Academic Advisors The Academic Dean of First-Year Students is responsible for the assignment of entering students’ Academic Advisors and works with both students and faculty on academic advising concerns. All faculty at Denison serve as Academic Advisors, and as such are an important resource for everything from scheduling classes, navigating a major, or preparing for a career after graduation. Academic Advisors assist students as they assemble their course work and co-curricular activities into a coherent liberal arts education tailored to their own needs and interests.

You will be asked to complete an Advising and Academic Interests form within your Admitted Student Portal at connect.denison.edu. This information will be solely used for advisory purposes and will be shared only with those people assigned by the college to assist you with academic planning.

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› F irst-Year students have the opportunity to be matched with a Peer Mentor who is either a sophomore, junior, or senior at Denison.

The Office of First-Year Experience maintains a collaborative relationship with several offices of the college, including the Academic Resource Center (ARC), Residential Communities & Housing, and the Wellness Center. The Academic Dean of First-Year Students and the Director of Orientation and FirstYear Experience are available throughout the year to meet with students on a wide range of issues, including academic performance, personal adjustment concerns, and other issues related to navigating college life.

› T he program’s main objective is to foster close mentoring relationships that offer first-year students added support in transitioning both academically and socially to Denison.

Advising Circles

The deadline to sign up for a mentor is June 27, 2022.

All entering students are strongly encouraged to sign up for an Advising Circle when they register for classes.

Advising Circles are 1-credit seminars, each limited to no more than twelve students and taught by a faculty member who is also the Academic Advisor for these students. This format creates the opportunity for academic advising to be even more structured and intentional. The reading and writing in these classes is also minimal, allowing the focus to be on learning about Denison through engaged discussion with one another. Students make connections while also better understanding their new community and their roles and responsibilities within it.

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The Office of First-Year Experience also oversees the Peer Mentoring Program.

› M entors are trained to: › provide helpful information to first-year students regarding campus resources › suggest suitable opportunities for student involvement › offer support regarding academic and/or social concerns.

Sign up for a mentor

Contact the Office of First-Year Experience with questions about: Academic advising, Advising Circles, Peer Mentoring firstyear@denison.edu | 740-587-6224 Higley Hall | Room 119

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Academic Life

Registrar The Registrar’s Office will assist with your course registration, maintain your academic records, and issue your Denison transcripts. Among the services the Registrar provides, you will likely find the following services useful: 1. C ompletion of verification forms and the issuance of academic transcripts 2. A cademic counseling and reviews of graduation progress for general education requirements and major/minor requirements 3. G uidance regarding various kinds of independent work, additional credit hour arrangements, and special grading options.

Forms are available in the Registrar’s Office and at the Registrar’s page on MyDenison under Campus Resources 4. A pprovals for transfer course work to Denison from other institutions, approved programs, and AP credits 5. A ssistance with petitions for modification of academic policies and reinstatement following academic action

Some of the policies briefly explained below will be important to you. These policies are designed to protect and assist students and families: 1. Grades, earned and attempted academic credits, GPA, and progress toward major/minor/concentration completion can be reviewed online through the Self-Service tab on MyDenison.

2. You can grant access to selected Self-Service records, including grades, with anyone who has an email address via the “Grant Access” tab on DU Self-Service, found on MyDenison.

3. All students must complete the general education requirements in order to be eligible for a Denison degree.

Several but not nearly all of these requirements will be undertaken during your first year at Denison. You must ultimately complete:

Transferring in Classes or Other Credits?

A Denison education features small, interactive, discussion-based classes taught by professors who are both dedicated teachers and leading scholars in their respective fields. As such, Denison applies the same standards towards courses that students bring with them from outside Denison. While you and your family should consult https://denison.edu/academics/registrar for the official transfer credit policy, a summary and some helpful suggestions are provided here.

Types of Transfer Credit Upon department approval, the following options may also transfer to Denison. › Advanced Placement › British System ‘A’ Level Examination › International Baccalaureate (IB) › College Credits Earned While in High School

› 1) D ivisional Requirements of the college (two courses from each): Fine Arts, Humanities, Social Sciences, and Sciences, and one course from the Interdivisional area. In fulfilling those divisional requirements, you must choose courses from nine different disciplines. Therefore, nine different academic departments must be represented in those nine required courses.

In most cases, anyone in the office can assist you with any questions you might have about academic matters or services that the Registrar’s Office provides.

› 2) C ompletion of the following competency areas - Quantitative Reasoning (1), Oral Communication (1), Power and Justice (1), and Writing (2).

Whenever possible, please direct your questions and requests for services as follows:

› 3) The foreign language requirement.

› Sandra Cook: Degree audits, academic requirements and policies, reporting - cooks@denison.edu

› 4) W 101, Writing Workshop. Every student is required to complete a W101 Writing Workshop during their first year.

See a complete listing of General Education Requirements (GE) on MyDenison under Campus Resources>Registrar> General Education Requirements (GE).

4. You are expected to register for courses during June Orientation. You are required to confirm your enrollment by the first day of classes through an online confirmation process.

› Lisa Lewis: Course schedule, registration, new student orientation - lewisl@denison.edu › Aaron Kaiser: Major/minor and advisor changes, transcripts, enrollment and degree verifications - kaisera@denison.edu › Kimberly West: Advanced placement, international baccalaureate, transfer credits - westk@denison.edu

Contact the Registrar’s Office with questions about: Registration, class schedules, transcripts, high school college credit, transfer credit, and reinstatement/re-enrollment registrar@denison.edu | 740-587-6296 Registrar’s Office: Doane Administration | 1st Floor

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Academic Life

Bookstore

Listed below are quick answers to some frequently asked questions regarding textbooks:

The Bookstore will be open throughout the summer months. Please feel free to browse the store at shop.denison.edu and stock up on Denison apparel and gift items while on campus.

› Y ou can order your textbooks online and pick them up in the Slayter Student Mailroom. Ordering opens early August. Order early to avoid long lines or delays in processing. Books may be returned for a full refund during the first week of classes.

General office hours during the summer are: Monday – Friday, 8:30 am–4:30 pm Move-In Day: Thursday 8/25, 8:30 am–6 pm The first week of classes: Monday 8/29 - Friday 9/2, 8 am-6 pm Regular hours during the semester are: Monday – Friday, 8 am–5 pm Saturday, noon–3 pm

› T o find and order the textbooks you’ll need, go to my.denison.edu and log in. Click on the “Students” tab at the top of the page, then “Shop Textbooks” on the bottom right side of the page. Here you will see all the course materials that match your exact schedule.

Information displayed includes new, used, rental, and digital options. › Y ou can use your Book Grant, Denison Dollars, or a Bookstore Gift Card online as well as all major credit cards. › W hen paying with a Book Grant or Denison Dollars, you must fill in the amount you want to use toward the purchase so that if your order goes over the amount available, it will prompt you for an additional form of payment. › W hen renting textbooks online and in the store, you are required to secure the rental with a credit card or debit card each time you rent, even if you are paying with a Book Grant or Denison Dollars. › W hile not every book is available as a rental or in digital format, the Bookstore does its best to offer as many options as possible. › B e sure to bring your Denison ID card when purchasing in the store; that is how we access your Book Grant and Denison Dollars. › I f you purchase the wrong book or drop a course after purchasing textbooks, you will receive a full refund during the first week of class, provided you have your bookstore receipt or web order number.

Any new textbooks must still be in new condition (i.e. no markings, bent covers, and still in shrink-wrap if purchased that way). › Y ou can sell back purchased textbooks for cash or check-in rentals at the end of the semester.

Contact the Bookstore with questions about: Purchasing and renting textbooks, textbook buybacks, school supplies, and Denison apparel bookstore@denison.edu | 740-587-6204 Bookstore: Slayter Hall Student Union | 2nd Floor

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The mission of the Academic Resource Center (ARC) is to enrich and enhance the educational experience of all Denison students and support faculty and student interactions.

We help students move upward and forward with their academic goal setting. Some of ARC’s specific programming includes free peer tutoring, academic skill-building workshops, and accessibility services for students with disabilities.

In-person, phone and/or video conference appointments can be arranged.

Academic Resource Questions?

ARC staff are available for individual appointments or small workshops about the following topics: › › › › › › › › ›

Transitioning to Denison and Tips for Academic Success Time Management Critical Thinking and Reading Communicating with Faculty Note-taking Skills Test Anxiety Managing Stress Study Strategies The Writing Process

ARC professionals also provide support to faculty and staff on individual student concerns, accessibility/disability resources, and academic issues.

ARC Peer Tutoring ARC oversees the Academic Resource Center Tutoring Program. The mission of the ARC Tutoring Program is to help all students become independent learners by promoting active learning, critical thinking, and access to other campus resources. This program is designed for you to commit to weekly one-on-one sessions with your tutor. Tutoring does not replace working with faculty, and it is strongly recommended that you meet with your professors before requesting a tutor.

Tutors are available in most academic subjects on a first-come, first-serve basis at no charge. Tutors are experienced students, recommended by faculty, hired and trained by the ARC staff.

Separate from the ARC Tutoring program, some academic departments offer drop-in tutoring on a limited basis.

Accessibility/Disability Services Accessibility is an essential feature of the Denison campus and we strive to create an inclusive community for our students.

We strive to ensure that students with disabilities are provided the tools they need to access all aspects of student life inside and outside of the classroom.

The ARC coordinates a wide range of services, reasonable accommodations, and auxiliary services for students with disabilities. If you are an incoming student seeking reasonable academic accommodations or auxiliary services for a disability, you need to upload a copy of the most recent medical report or evaluation documenting the nature and severity of the disability using the Accommodate portal found on the Accessibility/Disability Services website. Information about a disability uploaded to the Wellness portal must be shared separately with ARC out of respect for confidentiality of the student’s information. Please be aware that any materials submitted with a change to your required health forms will not be forwarded to ARC. When submitting documentation, please note that: › 1 . Documentation must be current (ideally within the past three years) and must be signed by the appropriate licensed professional (e.g. physician, psychologist, psychiatrist, learning specialist, etc). › 2 . Documentation must include the date the test(s) was administered and the specific battery of tests, including the results used in making the diagnosis(es). Specific reasonable accommodations and auxiliary services will be determined on a case-by-case basis. The ARC staff will determine reasonable accommodations by utilizing required documentation, information from the online accessibility intake form, individual student consultation, and if needed, consultation with a licensed professional. Each semester, students must request faculty notification of their accommodations by completing a Faculty Notification Form. More information is provided on the ARC website.

Contact the Academic Resource Center with questions about: Peer tutoring, accessibility/disability services, and study strategies arc@denison.edu | 740-587-6666 Academic Resource Center: Higley Hall | Room 020

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Lisska Center for Intellectual Engagement The mission of the Lisska Center for Intellectual Engagement is to support research and scholarship, to foster intellectual community and academic enrichment among all Denisonians, and to provide an interdisciplinary space for the open exchange of ideas, perspectives, and arguments.

What the Lisska Center Does: The Lisska Center is the campus hub for programs that promote intellectual life on campus. Specifically, the Lisska Center: › Coordinates Denison’s Summer Scholars research programs › H elps you identify and apply for fellowships for a wide variety of undergraduate and postgraduate opportunities for research, study, and service both in the U.S. and abroad (e.g., Fulbright, Rhodes, Marshall, Goldwater, etc.) › Provides financial support for your potential research and travel › Hosts a wide variety of academic enrichment events and activities

Why You Should Visit the Lisska Center: The Lisska Center is one of the resources you should turn to as you consider your plans for the summer, studying abroad, and after you graduate. Along with the Center for Global Programs and the Knowlton Center for Career Exploration, the Lisska Center is available to advise you on how to prepare to take advantage of opportunities that will help you meet your goals.

Follow us on social media!

Instagram: @lisska_center Contact the Lisska Center with questions about: Fellowships advising, Summer Scholars program, academic funding opportunities, and intellectual programs lisskacenter@denison.edu | 740-587-6573 Lisska Center for Intellectual Engagement: Fellows Room 112

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Center for Global Programs The Center for Global Programs is home to the Off-Campus Study, International Student Support, and Multilingual Learning staff. We assist more than 300 students each year with their study away programs as well as assist and mentor more than 400 international students on Denison’s campus.

Off-Campus Study (OCS) From traditional semester study abroad, short-term programs, and Denison seminars, to internship programs in the U.S. and abroad, you are able to take advantage of a wide range of opportunities to enhance your education and thoughtfully engage with the world. The Center for Global Programs will guide you through the process of dovetailing off-campus study with your broader educational goals. To learn more about the process, visit: https://globaltools.denison.edu

Why do students study off-campus?

Students who engage in an academic program outside of Denison’s campus enjoy the opportunity to explore their academic and personal interests through a different lens. In addition, participants gain international experience and crosscultural communication skills that employers are looking for, giving them a leg up when seeking employment post-graduation.

Who studies off-campus at Denison?

Students who study off-campus come from a full range of majors, interests, personal and financial backgrounds, and involvement at Denison. Some majors (Global Commerce, Global Health, International Studies, and Politics and Public Affairs) even have a required off-campus component built into their curriculum. Over 50% of the student body participates in OCS at some point, with the majority doing so during their junior year.

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OCS maintains a list of 250+ Denison-approved programs in over 70 countries. You can study abroad or domestically, in a large city, or a small town, in English or in a foreign language.

You may view the current list of Denison-accepted programs for off-campus study here: https://globaltools.denison.edu.

Students typically start the application process in the fall of their sophomore year. They first apply through Denison and, once approved, apply directly to their program provider.

Read more about our application process here: https://denison.edu/academics/study-abroad/how-it-works.

How much does it cost to study off-campus?

All students participating in an approved off-campus program remain registered at Denison and they are charged the current Denison tuition, room, and The Hill meal plan for the semester abroad. Students may apply all awarded financial aid [merit and need-based aid] to the cost of the off-campus study program, except work-study. Students are also charged a nonrefundable off-campus program administrative fee. Financial support may be available for other costs required for the program, e.g., passport, a visa, immunizations. Please ask the Center for Global Programs staff for more information.

Can students study off-campus and still graduate in four years?

Yes! The OCS Office begins working with students early in their Denison careers to plan for off-campus study, and guides students through the process of having their off-campus study coursework approved in advance of their participation. Students also work closely with their academic advisor, department chairs, and the Registrar’s Office to make certain their term away from campus allows them to stay on track for graduation.

International Student Support (ISS) International Student Support offers students who have been educated abroad the tools, guidance, and instruction to engage and perform at their optimal level in the U.S. academic domain. To that end, we provide a comprehensive orientation program for entering students, one-on-one advising on the academic, social, and personal challenges associated with living and learning in an unfamiliar culture, and continuing education on the immigration regulations, requirements, and expectations pertinent to the non-immigrant student visa. For information about the arrival process and orientation for students coming from abroad, please visit page 21 or the My ISS Portal (my.iss.denison.edu) and click on “New International Students.”

Writing Center The Writing Center is a free service for all Denison students taking any course.

It offers feedback and instruction during any stage of the writing process, during any stage of a student’s career at Denison.

You are welcome to bring a rough draft to the Center, or just ideas and questions.

The Writing Center staff will work with you to strengthen your writing.

Why should you go to the Writing Center?

Writing is complicated. Even professional writers, including professors, know the value of getting feedback on their work. You are fortunate to have a place to go when you need feedback on any part of the writing process: brainstorming and planning, organizing and developing, revising for style and clarity, and editing. Equally important, it’s free!

What happens in the Writing Center?

When you visit the Writing Center, a consultant will ask a few questions to get to know something about you and the writing required. For example, the consultant will want to know about the writing assignment, what you hope to achieve in that text, and what you are working to improve on. Then, you and the consultant will work together to discuss your current assignment and strategize concrete steps to improve it as well as for others in the future, helping you to become a more effective writer. This all takes time, so you should leave enough to do your best work.

Multilingual Learning

Who works in the Writing Center?

The Multilingual Learning staff supports the academic success and achievement of all Denisonians living and working in more than one language through one-on-one tutoring/consulting sessions, group workshops, and the creation of online resources.

If English is not your main language of use, our staff can assist you with your writing, reading, note-taking, and presentation skills. In addition, a Writing 101 (W101) course will be offered by our Multilingual Coordinator to students in their first year enrolled at Denison. This course is designed to assist multilingual students in the development of their college writing skills across various subject areas. More information about this W101 course will be shared during June Orientation.

Denison students staff the Center. Some of them hope to become professional writers. Some hope to become teachers.

Some are natural and social scientists. Some have goals not directly connected to writing or the teaching of it. Most consultants, though, find that helping students with their writing strengthens the consultants’ own writing. Through staff meetings, workshops, and practice, consultants are trained to address the needs of Denison student writers.

Who should I work with in the Writing Center?

The optimum situation is that you create a good working relationship with at least one consultant. The teamwork that relationship creates will enhance your skills over time. Also, with your permission, your professor can be notified of visits to the Writing Center, helping the teacher to understand your efforts.

Ultimately, writing consultants will help you learn to be a better proofreader, editor, and reviser of your own writing.

Where do I go and when?

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The center is in the Atrium level of the Library (A022), and is open Sunday-Thursday, 4-9 pm, and Tuesday and Thursday, 11:30 am-1:30 pm. The center is also open during the week in the evening for brief, walk-in consultations. To make a 30-minute appointment, consult the center’s website on MyDenison at MyDenison > Campus Resources > Writing Center > Schedule an Appointment.

Contact the Writing Center with questions about: Scheduling appointments and skills to help with writing writingctr@denison.edu | 740-587-5681 Library A-Level Academic Life |

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› Mailroom

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› Campus Safety

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Dining & Meal Plans Denison Dining’s mission is to create food that is alive with flavor and nutrition, prepared from scratch using authentic ingredients.

They do this in a socially responsible manner for the well-being of our guests, communities, and the environment. Denison Dining is committed to listening when you have suggestions, comments, or concerns. Please feel free to reach out when you have questions.

Your Student ID Card Your student ID is your passport to student services - not the least of which is dining services. You must have your ID on you each time you enter the dining halls. Your card will be scanned each time you come to Curtis, Huffman, or Slayter. If you have misplaced your ID please go to the Student Housing office to have your ID replaced.

Declining Dollars Declining Dollars is a declining balance account tied to your meal plan and may be used at any Dining Service location to purchase meals at Curtis and Huffman, as well as items from Slayter Market and Slayter 3rd floor (known as the Nest) based on the available balance. For a list of meal plans, guidelines and/or service hours, please refer to https://denison.cafebonappetit.com.

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Denison Dollars Denison Dollars are a pre-paid, declining balance account that can be used on campus at all Dining Service locations, the Bookstore, or vending machines if the unit is equipped with a card reader. For information on how to add funds to your Denison Dollars account, visit denison.edu/campus/ finances/denison-dollars. To use your Denison Dollars, simply present your student ID to a cashier. Account balances can be checked at any cash register. Any unspent funds at the end of the semester will be carried over to the next semester. Provided there are no outstanding debts to the University, unspent funds may be refunded at the end of the academic year or at graduation upon written request to Student Accounts.

Special Dietary Requirements

Sustainability

Dining Services has many solutions for special dietary needs.

On a daily basis, they offer gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian, and vegan options to students. To meet the needs of those students who may have additional restrictions or concerns, the Executive Chef, Dylan Brandt, or General Manager Adam Poling are available to meet with you and/or your family one-on-one and design a solution to accommodate the specific needs of that student. Additionally, all of the management team is qualified to answer any nutritional or dietary restriction questions, and the staff is trained to seek out a manager if a student has any additional questions.

For Denison Dining, sustainability in food service means flavorful food that’s healthy and economically viable for all, produced through practices that respect farmers, workers, and animals; nourish the community; and replenish our shared natural resources for future generations. Denison Dining is committed to sourcing a minimum of 20% of their food from small, local, and owner-operated farms and businesses like One Line Coffee, Bird’s Haven Farm, Sunbeam Family Farm, OCHS fruit farm, and many more in the Granville area. All of the fryer oil on campus, after being filtered and reused, is used by a local farmer as biodiesel, and all three locations practice trayless dining and composting to further reduce the amount of waste going to the landfill. Other commitments include purchasing only certified humane cage-free shell eggs, tomatoes from Florida only if growers have signed the Coalition of Immokalee Workers’ Fair Food Agreement, turkey and chicken raised without antibiotics as a routine food additive, and ground beef that is humanely raised without antibiotics, added growth hormones, or animal byproducts. To learn more, go to https://bamco.com/sourcing.

Contact Bon Appetit with questions about: Dining services, meal plans, and special dietary requirements dininginfo@denison.edu | 740-587-6690

Daily Menus The Dining Services website provides daily menus for both residential halls, as well as daily menu choices in their retail operations at https://denison.cafebonappetit.com.

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Understanding the Meal Plans

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Declining Dollars

Denison Dollars

All plans have a specific amount of Declining Dollars for the student to use. As the student uses Declining Dollars for purchases, the balance declines like a debit card. Declining Dollars not used during Fall semester will roll to the student’s Spring semester meal plan. Unused Declining Dollars are forfeited at the end of the academic year.

Meal plans can be supplemented at any time with Denison Dollars, which are purchased online or through Student Accounts. Any unused Denison Dollars will carry over from semester to semester and year to year. Provided there are no outstanding debts to the college, any unspent Denison Dollars can be refunded at the end of any academic year upon written request to Student Accounts.

Students use their Declining Dollars to purchase meals at various venues on campus. Each meal has an associated price. This price is discounted at Curtis, Huffman, and the Nest when purchased using a meal plan.

How do I change my meal plan?

Declining Dollar totals and individual meal prices will be shared during June Orientation.

The “Unlimited Access” Plan Big Red - This plan allows the student to access Curtis and Huffman dining halls an unlimited number of times each semester. In addition, up to 30 times each semester, the student can opt to have their evening meal at Slayter by choosing from a select number of Big Red Bundle Special Meal Option menu items. Dining hall and Big Red Bundle Special Meal Option accesses do not affect the Declining Dollars balance for BIG RED plan participants (accesses are non-transferrable, and cannot be used for guests). The plan also includes $150 Declining Dollars which will allow the student some additional flexibility throughout the semester.

Students are enrolled in the meal plan they chose during the housing selection registration. Students not enrolled at Denison during the prior semester are placed on The Hill.

Students may make changes to their meal plan choice through the first two weeks of the semester using an online process through their mydenison portal (for questions about the online process contact Student Housing Operations & Planning). Changes may be made online up to four times during those two weeks. However, please note that changes made on or after registration day will have financial implications, as students are charged an appropriate daily amount for each plan, and these vary.

Declining Balance Plans Each of the declining-balance meal plans have a specific amount of Declining Dollars the student uses to purchase all their oncampus meals. These plans provide the most flexibility. However, they also require the student to plan and monitor their spending (the Dining Plan Spending Guide will help with planning).

The Hill - (Default First-Year Plan) - The plan includes Declining Dollars. Students should average about 16 meals per week using this plan.

Choosing Your Meal Plan › S tudents living in campus housing are required to be on a traditional meal plan, unless they live in an apartment or the Homestead. › S tudents required to be on a meal plan may select one of the five traditional meal plans: Big Red, The Hill, Olmsted, West Loop, and West College Unused meals roll week to week and expire at the end of semester.

Declining Dollars roll Fall to Spring (Board-optional housing residents may elect “No Plan” for Spring and use unspent Fall Declining Dollars.

For all other housing residents, unspent Fall Declining Dollars will be added to their Spring Declining Dollar balance) and expire at end of academic year.

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Approximate Meals / Week (on average)

Cost / Semester

Olmsted - The plan includes Declining Dollars. Students should average about 14 meals per week using this plan.

Big Red

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$3,385

The Hill

16

$3,200

West Loop - This plan combines the flexibility of the declining balance concept with the more traditional dining hall experience.

The plan includes Declining Dollars and 10 meal swipes per week.

Dining hall meal swipes do not affect the Declining Dollars balance.

Students should average about 14 meals per week using this plan.

Olmsted

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$3,020

West College - The plan includes Declining Dollars. Students should average about 12 meals per week using this plan.

West Loop

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$3,020

West College

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Slayter Student Mailroom The Slayter Student Mailroom for student mail and packages is located on the second floor of Slayter Union.

The Mail Services Office is located in the basement (ground floor) of the Doane Administration Building.

Slayter Student Mailroom Hours: (when classes are in session)

› Monday - Friday, 1:30 pm–7:30 pm › Saturday - Sunday, noon–6 pm ALL student mail and packages should be addressed to the student’s Slayter Box number.

Students should not use the term “Slayter Box” or “PO Box” when addressing packages. If addressed properly, student mailing addresses are not considered PO Boxes by USPS. Please do not address packages with street addresses or residence hall room numbers.

Special hours and package pick up locations will be shared for move-in days.

Contact the Slayter Student Mailroom with questions about:

How to Address Your Mail Buzzy Buzzard Denison University 1234 Slayter Union Granville, OH 43023

Student mail and packages slaytermail@denison.edu 740-587-6373

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Campus Safety

The Denison Office of Campus Safety aims to maintain a safe learning, living, and working environment for the more than 3,000 members of the Denison community. Through a variety of quality public safety services and innovative programs, Denison’s 20-member safety team works around the clock to monitor the safety of the campus community.

Campus Safety supports the Division of Student Life in providing targeted programming to students, faculty, and staff to encourage sound, responsible decision-making regarding personal and professional behavior. The team is guided by the philosophies of outstanding community service and community policing. Campus Safety’s greatest strength is its partnership with the campus community.

Tips for Success ›

In case of an emergency, call 911.

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Carry your ID Card – doors to residence hall rooms will lock behind a student. To avoid waiting for someone to assist you with accessing your room, always carry your student ID with you.

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There is safety in numbers. If you decide to walk on or off-campus at night go as a group and come back as a group. If you would prefer a safety escort call 740-587-6623.

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What expectations do your families have around safety and decisions around alcohol? Talk with them before coming to campus to understand their feelings on the topic.

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Park your car in your assigned area to avoid tickets or being towed.

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Install the Rave Guardian Mobile Safety app to your cell phone.

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Don’t be afraid to speak up when something doesn’t feel right, tell someone who can help! To anonymously report a concern, go to MyDenison and click the helping hands symbol at the top right of the page.

Emergency Alert System Denison maintains an Emergency Alert System to help keep the campus community safe. It operates through the Rave Guardian Mobile Safety app which all students should download and become familiar with prior to coming to campus. This app allows students to stay safe while providing a streamlined way for Campus Safety to communicate directly with the campus community through text, voice, and email commination. The Rave Guardian app includes a content directory, a safety timer to share one’s location with others when walking across campus, and single buttons that call 911 or campus safety for immediate assistance.

Downloading the App 1. Download the Rave Guardian app from the iOS App Store or the Google Play Store (search Rave Guardian).

2. Use your Denison email address to register.

3. Follow the prompts in the app to register your profile with Denison.

4. Once in the app, you may update contact information and change settings like opt-in to SMS, push notifications.

Safety Escort:

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First-year students are allowed to have cars on campus. Students electing to bring their car with them should register them with the Office of Campus Safety. In August, students will receive an email regarding how to register their vehicle along with the rules and regulations.

The registration for first-year student vehicles is $125. Students are required to park in studentdesignated locations.

Contact the Campus Safety Office with questions about: Motor vehicle registration, and safety guides and procedures

To assist with safety on campus, The Office of Campus Safety oversees the Safety Escort Program. This program provides a walking escort service for students traveling from the academic quad to residence halls and motorized escort from remote parking to residence halls. For assistance with a safety escort, call 740-587-6623.

Campus Safety | 740-587-6482 | campussafety@denison.edu Campus Emergency | 740-587-6777 Safety Escort | 740-587-6623 P1 level of Parking Garage The Office of Campus Safety recommends these numbers be added to your cell phone for use when you arrive on campus.

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The Expectations of Denisonians Upholding community expectations and supporting students in values-based decision-making are core tenants to the Office of Community Values and Student Conduct. Conflict and exploring one’s values set in decision making are healthy experiences of living and learning in a community. The Office of Community Values and Student Conduct offers several ways to address student conflict and behavioral misconduct, ranging in structure, levels of participation, and outcomes. The student conduct process is educational and internal to the University. In addition to facilitating the student conduct process, the Office of Community Values and Student Conduct offers resources, workshops, and coaching to help individuals and groups navigate conflict and decision-making in healthy ways.

How do I know the rules and policies for Denison students?

Does Denison have a Medical Assistance or “Good Samaritan” policy?

The Code of Student Conduct is a good place to start; it links to many of the policies and other expectations that govern you as a Denisonian. You can find the code on MyDenison or on the University website.

Yes! The Medical Assistance policy grants amnesty to students who seek assistance when they or another student are at risk of harm from alcohol or other drugs, when the intoxicated student calls, or if another student calls on the student’s behalf.

In exchange for amnesty, students receive substance education, and the situation is not reported on a student’s disciplinary history.

How do you decide how to resolve conflicts and behavioral misconduct?

The Office of Community Values and Student Conduct resolves conflict and behavioral misconduct in several different ways.

They heavily consider the allegations of the reported behavior, as they assess the severity, frequency, and community impact of behaviors. Informally resolved-matters are not released as part of students’ University disciplinary history, while formal processes appear as part of a students’ disciplinary history.

My internship requires a copy of my disciplinary record or an additional form. Can you help?

You can request a Disciplinary History Memo by emailing OCVCR staff, or bring them the forms from the programs and graduate schools that require disciplinary information. They’ll provide a waiver for you to consent to what information you’d like to be shared, and with whom. Whether your history is clear or there is something to report, they’ll provide you with guidance.

Contact the Office of Community Values and Student Conduct with questions about: The Code of Student Conduct and the conduct process communityvalues@denison.edu | 740-587-6232 Office of Community Values and Student Conduct: Slayter Union | 4th Floor

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IMPORTANT!

Get Technology Help

›B y using any of Denison’s technology services, you agree to abide by Denison’s Acceptable Use Policy found at www.denison. edu/its/aup

The ITS Service Desk consults with you on Denison technology services, common software, and even questions about your personal devices. For personal devices, this includes consultation for virus/malware removal, operating system upgrades, software installation/removal, and best-effort data backups/file recovery.

While the ITS Service Desk cannot provide hands-on assistance for personal devices, if your issue cannot be resolved through consultation the ITS Service Desk can provide information on local resources and possible next steps.

›Y ou are responsible for keeping any computing devices you connect to Denison’s network free of viruses and malware.

Get Started Now Go to the online Incoming Student Technology Guide at https://denison.edu/its/purchase for guidance on…

Hours:

› What technology items to bring to campus.

Contact Options:

› What technology items NOT to bring to campus.

› Online: Submit a ticket through TOPdesk (within MyDenison, click the TOPdesk icon in the toolbar)

› Computer recommendations and minimum specifications. › Links to vendors offering discounts to Denison students like Apple, Dell, and HP. If you are shopping for a computer and visiting stores, please make sure to ask about discounts available to college students. › Technology resources that Denison provides. (Example: Denison provides Microsoft Office at no charge. If you are shopping for a computer, don’t add Office to your purchase!)

For more technology guidance

Log in to MyDenison (https://my.denison.edu), Denison’s internal website for students, faculty, and staff, and start checking your email regularly.

Information Technology Services As a Denison student you will find many technology resources available to you on campus and online to support and enrich your college experience. This section provides a quick overview of key technology information and tips.

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› If this is your first login to MyDenison, make sure to read the login instructions in the Admitted Student Portal at connect.denison.edu which provides guidance on changing your password and enrolling in Denison’s Duo two-factor authentication service.

› A cademic Year: Monday – Friday 8 am–6 pm; Sunday – Thursday 7–10 pm › Summer/Breaks: Monday – Friday 8 am–5 pm

› Chat or Email: servicedesk@denison.edu › Phone: 740-587-6395 › I n-person: Fellows Hall Room 100A (Weekdays) or Library Learning Commons (Sunday-Thursday evenings) You can also find answers to many technology questions through the following resources… › MyDenison: contains a great deal of technology service information. Go to https://my.denison.edu and use the MyDenison search box or go to Campus Resources > Information Technology Services and browse the available information. › TOPdesk Knowledge Base: contains more than 100 knowledge items about eduroam, Duo, Google Workspace, and more topics. Within MyDenison, click the TOPdesk icon in the toolbar then within TOPdesk click Knowledge Base. › LinkedIn Learning: provides access to video tutorials on many technology (and other) topics thanks to Denison’s LinkedIn Learning agreement. Within MyDenison, go to My Apps then LinkedIn Learning.

Contact the ITS Service Desk with questions about: Internet, printing, devices, Duo two-factor authentication, MyDenison access, email, and software servicedesk@denison.edu | 740-587-6395 Information Technology Services: Fellows Hall | Room 100 A

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Campus Involvement › A lford Community Leadership & Involvement Center (CLIC)

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› Fraternity & Sorority Life

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› Mitchell Recreation Center

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› Center for Belonging & Inclusion

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› T he Open House: Center for Religious & Spiritual Life

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Get Involved!

Getting the most out of your Denison experience means getting involved. The Alford Community Leadership and Involvement Center (CLIC) recognizes the importance of co-curricular activities as a key part of your college experience. Opportunities for your involvement on campus are unlimited. There are more than 160 campus organizations that are a vital part of the Denison University community. Our organizations span a wide variety of interests, including: › › › › › ›

Advocacy & Social Justice Academic & Honorary Arts & Music Club Sports & Intramurals Cross-Cultural Communities (C3) Events & Programming

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Fraternity & Sorority Life Media Religious & Spiritual Life Service (Denison Community Association) Special Interest Student Government

At the start of both Fall and Spring semesters, CLIC sponsors the Involvement Fair where campus organization leaders provide information and recruit new members. The Involvement Fair is a great way to familiarize yourself with Denison’s campus organizations and make connections with students who share similar interests.

For a complete list of Denison’s campus organizations, visit:

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Social Life & Traditions We’ve got our own DNA. Things that make Denison…Denison.

Some of these traditions and campus favorites have been around for a long time — some are newer — and each one represents what makes our community unique and our campus fun. CLIC supports a myriad of events, programs, and traditions throughout the year. Each year, you can look forward to a range of experiences including live music & concerts, carnival rides & inflatables, comedians, off-campus experiences, food trucks, and maybe even a drag queen or two!

Many of these opportunities are sponsored by the University Programming Council (UPC). Each year, UPC brings us: › Week of Welcome - fun, late-night social events

to welcome our newest Denisonians

› Denison Day - dating back to 1909, D-Day is one of Denison’s

oldest traditions! D-Day is an all-day celebration of student performers and a big name headlining artist

› Gala - a themed extravaganza of food, entertainment,

and dancing in the Slayter Union

› WinterFest - Stay warm with hot cocoa, ice skating,

ice sculptures, and fun games

› Aestavalia - Dance, sing, and play as we celebrate

the start of Spring

Want more? Check out the Bandersnatch on East Quad open five nights a week for studying and entertainment. The Bandersnatch is a popular late-night destination. It is a studentrun business that hosts open mic nights, comedians, musicians, and acapella groups. It’s also home to the snagel (don’t worry, you’ll find out what it is and it’s delicious)!

Week of Welcome Involvement Fair Denison Day Gala WinterFest Culture Jam Aestevalia Doobiepalooza Senior Send Off

One way Denison “educates our students to become…active citizens of a democratic society” is through service and civic engagement. Denison has received national accolades as a civically-engaged campus, with students logging more than 400,000 service hours annually! In addition to service, Denison students care deeply about voter education and registration.

In the 2020 Presidential Election, 99.6% of eligible Denison students were registered to vote - the highest in the nation!

The Denison Community Association (DCA) is our student-led umbrella organization, which includes 10+ service committees.

DCA Committees volunteer weekly to make a difference in the local community. DCA strives to engage in a variety of social issues areas that are relevant to needs in our local community, including: affordable housing, civic engagement, education & youth development, food security, health & well-being, and human rights advocacy.

Students with Federal Work-Study can apply to the America Reads program. The America Reads Program provides Denison students a campus employment opportunity for service and mentorship experience focused on advancing young literacy in local communities.

Annual Denison traditions to look forward to: › › › › › › › › ›

Service Opportunities

For a list of upcoming campus events and programs:

Denison also sponsors several large-scale service projects including: 9/11 Day of Service, Make a Difference Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service, and Service Saturdays. These events are open to all students looking to volunteer but may not have time to make a weekly commitment.

In addition to local opportunities, CLIC sends students across the country on week-long service experiences through partnerships with BreakAway and Habitat for Humanity. Look for information about our alternative break service experiences for both Fall Break and Spring Break.

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Leadership Development

Student Government

CLIC aims to equip Denison students with leadership skills so they can create positive change not only during their time at Denison but beyond. Leadership education and development is central to CLIC’s work, which involves collaborative relationships that lead to collective action grounded in our shared values and working together to affect change.

First-year students can participate in DU Lead, which is an opportunity for emerging leaders to reflect on how they intend to “Make their Mark” during their first year at Denison and beyond. DU Lead is a three-day, off-campus leadership retreat. DU Lead participants will engage with Denison staff, peer mentors, and like-minded first-year students.

The Denison Campus Governance Association (DCGA) is your student body government. Along with CLIC, DCGA supports Denison’s 160+ campus organizations and works to improve the student experience. DCGA is a great way to become involved as a leader on Denison’s campus. Senators are elected either by their class or by their cultural community to actively participate and vote during weekly Senate meetings. DCGA Senators also represent students on four standing committees: Policy, Finance, Rules and Public Relations. DCGA is a student-led outlet to initiate, voice, and support positive change at Denison.

As you can see, many opportunities await you when you arrive at Denison. Your co-curricular involvement is a chance to connect with the Denison community and to participate in meaningful experiences on and off campus.

CLIC is excited to help you get involved at Denison. We’ll see you at Week of Welcome and the Involvement Fair!

This past year, DCGA has: › Funded the renovation of the Black Student Union space › P rovided student input and feedback on the design and role of the new Ann and Thomas Hoaglin Wellness Center › A dded food availability on South Quad and initiated the processing of adding a permanent dining option on this portion of campus

DCGA also works on annual projects such as: › Fostering school spirit and tradition › Allocating annual budgets to support Denison’s 160+ campus organizations › Working with administrators towards the betterment of our campus › Listening to their peers and advocating for change based on student feedback

Contact the DCGA with questions about: Student government, campus concerns, community change

Contact CLIC with questions about: Getting involved, campus organizations, social life & traditions, service opportunities, leadership development, student government clic@denison.edu | 740-587-6394 Alford Community Leadership and Involvement Center (CLIC): Slayter Hall Student Union | Room 310

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dcga@denison.edu | 740-587-6394 Slayter Hall Student Union | Room 304 DCGA meets weekly on Tuesdays at 6:30 pm; Senate meetings are open to the entire Denison community

Elections for DCGA are campus-wide and they are held shortly after you arrive on campus. Please consider becoming an informed and active member of the Denison community.

Throughout your time at Denison, please connect with your DCGA Senators with questions or concerns.

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Fraternity & Sorority Life Denison’s fraternity and sorority community strives to be a model of excellence through individuals and chapters that perpetually strive for congruence with the shared principles of fraternity. Scholarship, leadership, civic responsibility, and friendship are the community values that guide fraternity and sorority life.

The Denison fraternity and sorority community includes 34% of students, within 21 greek-lettered organizations and 4 governing councils. The National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC), Multicultural Greek Council (MGC), Panhellenic Council (NPC), and the Interfraternity Council (IFC) pride themselves on individuality, while also recognizing their common values and principles.

The process for joining a fraternity or sorority is called “membership intake” or “recruitment.” At Denison, we have a deferred recruitment and membership intake process hosted each spring for first-year students. This allows first-year students to adjust to Denison, focus on their academics, and learn about the variety of involvement opportunities prior to joining during the Spring semester.

Students must have earned 12 credit hours and a 2.50 cumulative GPA to participate in a membership intake or recruitment process. Credits from AP or summer courses do not count for first-year students to join in the Fall semester.

Contact FSL with questions about: Fraternity and Sorority Life, recruitment and intake process, governing councils fsl@denison.edu | 740-587-6739 Office of Fraternity & Sorority Life (FSL) Slayter Hall Student Union | Room 310

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National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) › › › › ›

Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.

Panhellenic Council (NPC) › › › › ›

Delta Delta Delta Delta Gamma Kappa Alpha Theta Kappa Kappa Gamma Pi Beta Phi

Interfraternity Council (IFC) › › › › › ›

Beta Theta Pi Delta Chi Kappa Sigma Lambda Chi Alpha Phi Kappa Psi Sigma Chi

Multicultural Greek Council (MGC) › › › › ›

Alpha Sigma Rho Sorority, Inc. Chi Sigma Tau Fraternity, Inc. Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Inc. Phi Iota Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Sigma Lambda Gamma National Sorority, Inc.

To learn more about Fraternity & Sorority Life’s governing councils and recognized organizations, please visit:

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Mitchell Recreation Center The Mitchell Center is one of the finest recreation, athletics, and fitness facilities in the Midwest. The Mitchell Recreation Center houses Livingston Gymnasium, Trumbull Aquatics Center, Mitchell Fieldhouse, The Crown Fitness Center, and the Alumni Memorial Fieldhouse. The center is named after Louis A. Mitchell, a 1957 Denison graduate and exceptional basketball player.

He was the lead donor for both the Mitchell Fieldhouse and the renovation and expansion of the center.

Livingston Gymnasium Livingston Gymnasium is home to the Big Red Men’s and Women’s basketball teams as well as the women’s volleyball team. The gym underwent a major renovation during the summer of 2015 with a complete floor replacement. The facility is named for alumnus and longtime Athletic Director, Walter J. Livingston, a 1905 graduate.

Trumbull Aquatics Center Trumbull Aquatics Center was completed in 2013 and is one of the premier aquatics facilities in the country. Features include a 50-meter long, 25-meter wide competition course, large diving well with 4 springboards (two 1 meter and two 3 meter,) and seating for more than 1,000 spectators. The center is home to the Big Red Men’s and Women’s Swimming and Diving Teams, and is named after lead donor Scott Trumbull, class of 1970.

Scott was one of Denison’s first NCAA postgraduate scholars as a Big Red football standout. Hours for open swim are listed on the next page.

Mitchell Fieldhouse The Mitchell Fieldhouse is an 81,000 square foot indoor track and tennis facility. New flooring for the track and tennis courts was just installed in the fall of 2019. The fieldhouse includes four regulation international squash courts and a multi-purpose room for classes such as zumba, pilates, and yoga, and also serves as a practice facility for several club sports.

Crown Fitness Center The Crown Fitness Center is an 8,000 square foot facility that is available for use to any Denison student, faculty, or staff member. The center offers more than 100 pieces of fitness equipment including treadmills, elliptical machines, stationary bikes, rowers, climbers, a rotating climbing wall, strength equipment, and free weights. The Crown Fitness Center was named after 1985 Denison graduate and trustee Janet Crown.

Alumni Memorial Fieldhouse Alumni Memorial Fieldhouse, also known as the “Rec Gym,” features three hardwood courts and a jogging track. The space is primarily used as a recreation gym for club sports, intramural sports and drop-in recreation, and also serves as a practice facility for varsity sports.

Mitchell Center Hours: denison.edu/mitchell-hours

Hours are always subject to change.

Times will vary during breaks and exam days.

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Monday – Thursday 6 am-10 pm Friday 6 am-9 pm Saturday 8 am-7 pm Sunday 10 am-9 pm

Trumbull Aquatic Center Open Swim Times: denison.edu/mitchell-hours

Hours are always subject to change.

Times will vary during breaks and exam days.

› Monday – Friday 7:30-8:30 am, noon-1 pm, 3-4:30 pm, 7-9 pm › Saturday and Sunday 12:30 pm-4:30 pm

Fitness Class Opportunities: denison.edu/recreation-fitness

Please check website for days and times – classes in Pilates, Yoga, Zumba, and Cycling/Spinning are considered a club sport.

Go to the App Store and download the FitDegree App and register using your Denison email address. This will provide scheduling and sign-ups for all fitness classes.

Club Sports:

https://denisonbigred.com/clubandimsports/clubsports/index If you are interested in a club sport please check the website or contact Lynsey Whisner at whisnerl@denison.edu.

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Anglers Badminton Baseball Basketball Clay Target Cheerleading Crew Crossfit/Fitness Dance Equestrian Fencing Golf Ice Hockey Men’s Lacrosse Muay Thai

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Outdoor/Climbing Pep Band Rugby Sailing Ski and Snowboarding Soccer Squash Swim Table Tennis TaeKwonDo Tennis Trail Running Ultimate Frisbee Volleyball

Intramural Sports:

denison.edu/athletics-intramural

Contact the Mitchell Recreation Center with questions about:

If you are interested in participating in intramurals please check the websites for schedules or contact Lynsey Whisner. Leagues begin the second week of classes and run through the end of the academic year.

Fitness classes, intramural sports, club sports, Mitchell Fieldhouse, Trumbull Aquatic Center, Livingston Gymnamism, and Crown Fitness Center 740-587-6580 Mitchell Recreation Center

If you are interested in a facility tour, have questions about facility use, or would like instruction on how to use the fitness equipment, please contact Lynsey Whisner at 740-587-5733 or at whisnerl@denison.edu. Athletic Center contact information, facility hours, and club sport offerings are listed on the next page.

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The Center for Belonging & Inclusion The Center for Belonging & Inclusion cultivates an inclusive campus experience that facilitates student engagement, social inclusion, intellectual curiosity, and personal exploration.

The Center is a space that provides a forum for the exploration of diversity, equity, and inclusion for the Denison Community.

Committed to supporting and promoting intercultural awareness, the staff develops programs that increase understanding and appreciation of cultural differences through a spectrum of learning experiences and educational services. This helps create and sustain a campus environment where we respect ourselves and an environment that builds mutual respect among our diverse student body.

All programming for The Center supports inclusive excellence and promotes a welcoming community for all by providing an integrated, holistic approach to diversity, equity, and inclusion through programs, services, and initiatives.

Contact the Center for Belonging & Inclusion with questions about: Programming, support, and institutional policy 740-587-8656 Slayter Hall Student Union | Room 402

Signature Programs and Services › C ultural heritage and social identity celebration programming and events (Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Black History Month, Hispanic Heritage Month, National Coming Out Day, Native American History Month, Trans Day of Visibility, Women’s History Month). › S upport and collaborate with the Cross-Cultural Community (C3) student organization (African Student Association; Black, Latin X, Asian STEM Society; Black Student Union; Denison Asian Student Union; Denison International Student Association; First Generation Network; La Fuerza Latina; Outlook) › P romote connections between Denison students and the broader Central Ohio community through service projects, networking events, activism, and conferences. › F acilitate trainings and workshops focused on topics of diversity, equity, and inclusion (social identities, Safe Zone, allyship & leadership, inclusive community building, implicit bias, etc). › C ollaborate with other campus departments to connect students from diverse cultural identities and backgrounds to academic, career, and personal support services and opportunities.

Religious & Spiritual Life

› P aving The Way Pre Orientation Program: A four-day experience that promotes diversity & inclusion through identity development, community building, and cultural exploration.

Students at Denison make meaning in many different ways.

Whether you bring a religious or spiritual practice or tradition to our community or not, or feel like you do not know where you will land yet, every Denisonian has something to offer. The Center of Religious & Spiritual Life is excited to celebrate you and all that you will bring to our community.

› C oordinate Denison’s Safe Zone training program, which teaches students, staff, and faculty about LGBTQ+ issues and identities on campus.

Religious & Spiritual Life offers many programs and sponsors many events on campus. We have a dedicated team ready to support you during your time on “The Hill.” For example, we provide dinners to engage in interfaith dialogue with other students.

We also provide opportunities in stress management by offering meditation or yoga. And, we promote a safe space to just hang out in a location that feels like home (complete with couches, coffee, tea, and the smell of freshly baked cookies).

› C onsult with individual students who have an interest in gender and/or sexuality for a variety of reasons (personal, intellectual, academic, etc.), and student organizations to plan programs and events related to gender and/or sexuality.

Would you like to find a place to worship during your time at Denison? If yes, then Religious & Spiritual Life can help.

How about connecting with other students who practice your faith tradition, or are asking similar questions about faith and life?

If yes, Religious & Spiritual Life can help.

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Would you like to connect with religious leaders in the larger Granville and Columbus communities? Religious & Spiritual Life can help.

As you begin to imagine what your life at Denison will look like, know that Religious & Spiritual Life is here to partner with you in your journey. We are excited to call you a fellow Denisonian.

Welcome.

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Campus Involvement Music Lessons and Ensembles Denison’s Music Department offers many opportunities in music performance. They provide private lessons for all instruments, group lessons in voice, piano, and guitar, a wide variety of ensembles, and courses in music history, theory, bluegrass, and computer music.

The department serves the greater liberal arts mission of Denison by providing these opportunities not just to those pursuing degrees in music, but to all of our student body.

The department takes great pride in providing students who fulfill degrees in the sciences, humanities, or elsewhere the ability to continue their love of music throughout their college experience. So whether planning dedicated study in music itself, or seeking to enrich your college experience through music while preparing for a career in another field, the Music Department hopes you consider being a part of all the great music happening on campus.

It’s an exciting time for the Music Department at Denison, as they took up residency in the newly constructed Michael D. Eisner Center for the Performing Arts in the Fall of 2019.

This state-of-the-art facility has more than 25 teaching studios, performance venues of different sizes and types, rehearsal spaces large and small for all of the various ensembles, and ample practice facilities for students available 24 hours a day.

Descriptions of all ensembles and directors, along with a complete faculty listing, can be found by searching Music at denison.edu. The department encourages reaching out individually to those directors and instructors for information on lessons, ensembles, and audition processes.

The department hopes you will keep your musical interest alive through enrollment in lessons, ensembles, courses, and by attending the many music department concerts and events at Denison, all of which are free to the Denison community.

Below is a list of instrumental lessons that the department offers: › › › › › › › › › › › › › › › › › › › › › ›

Banjo Bass Bassoon Cello Clarinet Composition Computer Music Fiddle Flute French Horn Guitar Harp Mandolin Oboe Percussion Piano Saxophone Trombone Trumpet Viola Violin Voice

Contact the Music Office with questions about: Private lessons, ensembles, and auditions montgomeryc@denison.edu Michael D. Eisner Center | Room 139

Sign up for lessons and ensembles through the second week of the semester.

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“ I am continually amazed at Denison University’s commitment to bringing live music to its campus. I have treasured each visit to Denison and have marveled at the warmth and the welcome from students. I very much admire the inspired artistic vision represented by the Vail Series and congratulate its founders.”

—Yo-Yo Ma

Vail Series Photo by: Jason Bell

YO-YO MA

Celebrating our 44th year, the Vail Series has a long history of bringing the very finest in the performing arts to campus, and you will be amazed!

A generous gift has endowed this series that is second to none, and it is FREE to Denison University students! You will hear famous and established artists, and experience emerging artists whose work you will enjoy for the rest of your life. You’ll meet and talk with artists and ensembles in your classes and rehearsals. And with the opening of the new Michael D. Eisner Center for the Performing Arts, the Vail Series has a state-ofthe-art space to complement historic Swasey Chapel, which will soon celebrate its 100th birthday.

THIRD COAST PERCUSSION

Over the years, artists who have visited campus include Yo-Yo Ma, Itzhak Perlman, Bobby McFerrin, Joshua Bell, Maya Angelou, Eighth Blackbird, Renee Fleming, Wynton Marsalis, and our Ensembles-in-Residence, ETHEL and Third Coast Percussion.

In just the last few years, Chris Thile, Ladysmith Black Mambazo, and Béla Fleck are some of the world-class artists to grace the Swasey Chapel stage. Renowned artists such as Yuja Wang performed as part of the Vail Series multiple times as she rose to fame. You will get to know the artists in the classroom and on the stage. It is here where you’ll find music across all genres and artists crossing disciplines performing programs that will inspire, challenge, and thrill you.

The Vail Series provides remarkable world-class experiences.

Be sure to take a close look at the Vail Series schedule and enter these concerts on your calendar, or visit VailSeries.org for current happenings and more information on the Vail Series’ incredible legacy.

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And better yet, give the office a call and get involved as a Vail Series student staff member! The Vail Series promises performing arts experiences you will remember your entire life.

Contact the Vail Series Office with questions about: The Vail Series, live music, and performing arts vailseries@denison.edu | 740-587-6557

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Austin E. Knowlton Center for Career Exploration

The Knowlton Center’s offerings include: Career Basics Career planning doesn’t have to be daunting. From resume building to applying your skills in the real world, the Knowlton Center’s career coaches will help you dive right in (and cheer you on as you succeed)!

The Knowlton Center for Career Exploration is here to help you maximize your potential. The Knowlton Center Team will equip you with the support, knowledge, tools and life skills that will help you launch and sustain a meaningful career journey that honors your unique desires and abilities.

Unique Programming From road trips to alumni speakers and networking events, the Knowlton Center has you covered with experiential programs to help you learn more about yourself, and the world.

Knowlton Connect, knowltonconnect.denison.edu is the place to go for everything related to your career. It’s your digital hub where we bring together the people, opportunities, tools, resources, and support you need from exploration to launch.

Technology & Resources Job search, explore careers, learn about yourself, and connect with alumni through digital resources. Stay in the know by following Knowlton Center’s blog, and social media; find them at DenisonCareer!

Denison Edge

Networking & Relationships We will help you take advantage of the incredible alumni community and help you build relationships with employers and graduate schools. We will teach you the skills you need to build relationships through successful networking.

Located in downtown Columbus, Denison Edge is a place where students can participate in career-forward, skill-building programs and certifications that employers seek out the most. Programs are led by industry experts and vary by length and requirement.

Check out Denison Edge

https://edge.denison.edu/

Career Communities Denison Career Communities bring together the people, opportunities, tools, and resources needed to plan for what’s next after Denison. By joining a career community you’ll receive personalized information based on your interests and goals like industry-specific news and information, career-focused spotlights, internship and job postings, skill-building opportunities, and more.

Contact the Austin E. Knowlton Center with questions about: Career exploration and internships

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career@denison.edu | 740-587-6656 Austin E. Knowlton Center for Career Exploration: Burton D. Morgan Center | Room 205

The Red Frame Lab How would you like a low-risk way to start your own business?

Learn what it’s like to be a consultant? Get on a design team making the Denison experience better? Design the perfect event for your organization? The Red Frame Lab is your resource for entrepreneurship, innovation, and design thinking so you can have fun doing all of these things and more.

At the Red Frame Lab, you can explore and develop your entrepreneurial skills, engage with visiting entrepreneurs, and come to talks on business and design fundamentals. You can take part in immersive workshops, startup weekend programs, pitch competitions, alumni entrepreneur summits, and one-on-one coaching.

First-year students engage Red Frame Lab in many different ways.

Some of our Red StartUp entrepreneurs starting a new business are first-years. Others come in to talk about a new idea, student organization, or event design. Some will come for our speakers on Arts and Entrepreneurship or Designing Your Life workshops. Still others will visit through their Advising Circle, and the bold ones among you sign up for our Red Frame Consulting program. So yeah, Red Frame Lab is for you, too!

Red Frame Lab is a flexible space with two breakout rooms.

Our space is open and available for small group meetings, hanging out, studying, or even enjoying a work-free zone. We have access to a beautiful balcony with tables and seating overlooking A-Quad.

Red Frame Lab is equipped with dry-erase boards, sticky notes, markers, a Jamboard, craft and art supplies, a Cricut for t-shirts and sticker design, stress relief games and activities, magazines and books on entrepreneurial and design thinking topics—and candy on a pretty regular basis. Just drop by or schedule a conversation.

Contact the Red Frame Lab with questions about: Entrepreneurship, start-ups, problem-solving, consulting redframelab@denison.edu | 740-587-6642 Red Frame Lab: Slayter Hall Student Union | Room 200

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Looking Forward Alumni and Family Engagement The Office of Alumni and Family Engagement presents Big Red Weekend each fall. Big Red Weekend is a special opportunity for all members of the Denison family to visit campus.

Join us on the Hill for what may be the most beautiful time of year in Granville. It’s a time when we welcome more than 1,000 parents and family members, alumni, and friends to Granville for our annual celebration of all things Denison!

Big Red Weekend 2022: Sept. 30 - Oct. 2 Registration and schedule information for Big Red Weekend is available beginning late summer each year at alumni.denison.edu.

Contact the Office of Alumni and Family Engagement with questions about: Big Red Weekend alumni@denison.edu | 740-587-5659 Alumni and Family Engagement: Monomoy Place

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Travel Tips Denison’s 900-acre hillside campus is in Granville, Ohio, just 27 miles east of Columbus, the state capital.

Traveling to Granville John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is served by most of the major airlines. Cars may be rented at the airport from most national car rental companies. Taxis are available at the airport or you may contact Yellow Cab of Columbus 614-444-4444 in advance. Greyhound serves downtown Columbus.

Should your travel plans necessitate arrival in the Granville area earlier than Move-In Day on Thursday, August 25th please make your own arrangements for overnight accommodations and travel to campus. Area accommodations are listed on the next page.

Please note that Denison does not provide transportation from CMH or the Greyhound Station to campus on First-Year Move-In Day.

Directions to Campus from Columbus airport Port Columbus International Airport is about 22 miles from campus and is served by most major airlines. From the airport, drive toward Interstate 270 and follow 270 North to Ohio Route 161 East. Take Route 161 East to the Granville area (approximately 25 miles), then exit onto Ohio Route 661 North.

Route 661 takes you to the center of Granville. At the traffic light, continue north on North Main Street one block to the main campus entrance.

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Cleveland - 2½ hours Cincinnati - 2½ hours Pittsburgh - 3 hours Detroit - 3½ hours Indianapolis - 3½ hours Baltimore/Washington, D.C. - 6½ hours Chicago - 7 hours Philadelphia - 7½ hours St. Louis - 8 hours New York City - 9 hours Atlanta - 9 hours Boston - 12 hours Minneapolis/St. Paul - 12½ hours

Shuttles Check the website for information on shuttles offered during major University breaks (Fall Break, Thanksgiving Break, Winter Break, Spring Break, and Move-out) https://denison. edu/campus/granville-and-beyond/transportation. If scheduling a shuttle for Winter Break, remember to keep your final exam schedule in mind before making any definite plans.

For additional information, contact 740-587-6769.

Schedule a shuttle

Connect to Columbus Within a 25-minute drive of campus, Ohio’s capital city Columbus provides an exciting array of things to do, including: concerts, performing arts, museums, professional sports, parks, golf, movies, and dining.

For more ideas visit https://denison.edu/campus/granville-and-beyond/columbus-ohio.

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Big Red Express Shuttles

The Office of First-Year Experience provides students in the Class of 2026 with various opportunities to explore Columbus and popular destinations around the city. All trips are $5 to students, and include transportation, as well as admittance to the destinations. Trips take place on the weekends, and have included locations such as: the Columbus Museum of Art, COSI, the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, Wildlights, the Chinese Lantern Festival, a Blue Jackets hockey game, a Crew soccer game, Franklin Park Conservatory, Short North Gallery Hop, the North Market, and more. There are typically 3-5 trips per semester, and all trips are first-come, first-served.

The Big Red Express is a free shuttle service. We are pleased to offer a variety of shuttles for students, with the goal of providing safe and reliable transportation for students to enjoy shopping and dining. Shuttles are offered on Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday and require students to sign up online.

New 2022-2023 shuttle times will be posted this summer.

The goal of the program is twofold: providing an opportunity for new students to explore and get to know Columbus, and also providing an opportunity for first-year students to socialize and meet one another. The program offerings are especially great for students who may struggle with meeting new peers, students who are from urban areas who may be missing city life, and international students who want opportunities to go sightseeing and explore our big-city neighbor.

Guidelines & Information Shuttle sign-ups and schedules will be available online at https://denison.edu/campus/granville-and-beyond/ transportation

› A ll Big Red Express vans will depart and return to the P1 level of the parking garage › Bring your Denison student ID › One shuttle can hold up to 11 passengers › Shuttles are available to Denison students only

Driving to Campus When coming from the east, west and south, the best approach is from Interstate 70. Granville is 10 miles north of I-70 (Exit 126) on Ohio Route 37 West. When Route 37 turns off on the divided highway outside of Granville, continue straight ahead on Ohio Route 661 into Granville. Route 661 takes you to the center of Granville. At the traffic light, continue north on North Main Street one block to the main campus entrance.

If coming from the north, you should exit Interstate 71 at Bellville and take Ohio Route 13 south into Mt. Vernon. From there, Ohio Route 661 south will bring you the 23 miles to the North Gate entrance of Denison.

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New Albany

Restaurants

› C ourtyard Marriott 2901 Airport Drive Columbus, OH 43219 150 rooms, 6 suites, A/C, dining room, indoor pool, exercise room, complimentary shuttle to airport. / 614-475-8530

› H ampton Inn & Suites 5220 Forest Dr, New Albany, OH 43054 614-855-8335

› Aladdin Restaurant 122 E. Broadway, Granville, OH 43023 Home-style cuisine, breakfast, grill 740-920-4144

› H ome2 Suites by Hilton 5095 Forest Dr, New Albany, OH 43054 / 740-651-1850

› Alfie’s 221 E. Broadway, Granville, Granville, OH 43023 Local, organic, no inside seating 740-321-1111

Newark/Heath

› Broadway Pub 126 E. Broadway, , Granville, OH 43023 Sandwiches, salads, soups, carry-out, bar service 740-587-0252

Columbus: › C rowne Plaza Hotel 6500 Doubletree Ave. Columbus, OH 43229 / 300 rooms, A/C, dining room, pool.

877-227-6963 / 614-885-1885

› A mericas Best Value Inn 1266 Hebron Rd., Heath, OH 43056 740-522-6112

› Subway 113 East Elm Street, Granville, OH 43023 Subs and salads / 740-587-4870 › Taco Dan’s 119 1/2 S. Prospect St, Granville, OH 43023 740-321-1198 / Taqueria style Mexican restaurant › V illage Coffee Company 132 E. Broadway, Granville, OH 43023 Coffeehouse, bagels, pastries, soups, sandwiches (lunch only), gourmet coffees, ice cream 740-587-4940 › W hit’s Frozen Custard 226 Broadway East, Granville, OH 43023 / Frozen custard, gourmet ice cream. Hot dogs, pork barbecue sandwiches and home of the “Whitser” (closed mid-December through February) 740-587-3620

› C herry Valley Hotel 2299 Cherry Valley Road S.E., Newark, OH 43055 / indoor & outdoor pools, dining room, spa.

740-788-1200

› Buxton Inn 313 E. Broadway, Granville, OH 43023 Historic country inn, American and French cuisine, continental breakfast available to inn guests, Sunday brunch, bar service / 740-587-0001

› C omfort Inn & Suites 773 Hebron Rd., Heath, OH 43056 indoor pool, restaurant. / 740-522-0770

› D ay Y Noche 134 E. Broadway, Granville, OH 43023 Mexican cuisine / 740-587-0204

› V illage Flower Basket & Gardens 1090 River Road, Granville, OH 43023 / 740-587-3439

› C ourtyard Marriott Newark/Granville 500 Highland Blvd., Newark, OH 43055 / indoor pool. / 740-344-1800 800-321-2211

› Dragon Village 127 E. Broadway, Granville, OH 43023 Chinese cuisine / 740-321-3338

Pharmacy

› E lm’s Pizza Parlor 113 East Elm, Granville, OH 43023 Pizza, stromboli, salads, frozen yogurt / 740-587-1032

› CVS 200 E. Broadway, Granville, OH 43023 740-587-0268 / 740-587-3407 - fax

› H ampton Inn 1008 Hebron Rd., Heath, OH 43056 740-788-8991 / 1-800-Hampton

› T he Granville Inn 314 E. Broadway, Granville, OH 43023 American and French cuisine, seafood, bar service 740-587-3333

Banks

› S uper 8 Motel 1177 Hebron Rd., Heath, OH 43056 740-788-9144

› H ashi 128 E. Broadway, Granville, OH 43023 A mix of Japanese and Korean cuisine / 740-920-9002

› F irst Federal 126 N. Prospect Street, Granville, OH 43023 740-587-0242

› K nuckle Heads 470 S. Main St., Granville, OH 43023 Ice cream, sandwiches / 740-587-0850

› H untington National Bank 222 E. Broadway, Granville, OH 43023 / 740-587-3133

› O rchard House Granville 4058 Columbus Rd, Granville, OH 43023 / 740-651-1850

› Mai Chau 138 N. Prospect St., Granville, OH 43023 Vietnamese / 740-920-4680

› P ark National Bank 119 E. Broadway, Granville, OH 43023 740-587-0238

Granville Bed & Breakfast

› Prospect Smoothie 134 N. Prospect, Granville, OH 43023 740-258-7954

› D oubletree Suites 50 South Front Street Columbus, OH 43215 194 Suites, A/C, dining room. / 614-228-4600 / 800-222-TREE › Hyatt Regency Ohio Center 350 North High Street Columbus, OH 43215 / 631 rooms, A/C, pool, dining room, health club.

800-233-1234 / 614-463-1234 › R amada Plaza Hotel 6767 Schrock Hill Ct. Columbus, OH 43229 / 268 rooms, A/C, dining room, pool. / 614-890-8111 › S heraton Suites 201 Hutchinson Avenue Columbus, OH 43235 (near I-270) / 261 suites, A/C, dining room, pool, exercise facilities. / 614-436-0004

Granville › Buxton Inn 313 East Broadway, Granville, OH 43023 private baths, dining room. / 740-587-0001 / buxtoninn.com › Granville Inn 314 East Broadway, Granville, OH 43023 continental breakfast, dining room (& award winning restaurant) / 740-587-3333 / granvilleinn.com

› P orch House 231 E. Maple Street, Granville, OH 43023 Lisa McCall, proprietor / 740-587-1995 / porchhouse.com › T he Broadway Guest House 664 W. Broadway, Granville, OH 43023 / 740-587-0321 / thebroadwayguesthouse.com

› D oubleTree by Hilton 50 N. 2nd St., Newark, OH 43055 indoor pool, restaurant. / 740-322-6455

Florists

› Chase 136 E. Broadway, Granville, OH 43023 / 740-587-3461

› R ay Ray’s Meat + Three 1256 Columbus Road, Granville, OH 43023 / Southern barbeque › R iver Road Coffeehouse 935 River Road, Granville, OH 43023 Traditional West Coast coffee house, gourmet espresso drinks, loose leaf teas, bagels and fresh pastries 740-587-7266 › Snapshots Lounge 1320 Weaver Drive, Granville, OH 43023 Sandwiches, soups, salads / 740-321-1391

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