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New School Student Services offers workshops, lectures, events, and programs that enrich each student’s academic experience at The New School and reflect the university’s diverse student population. It brings together students from all the university’s divisions to build a community dedicated to the principles of fairness, civility, and diversity. Students are encouraged to become involved in student organizations and other leadership programs. Student Services also offers a recreation program and a health education program. Offices include:
Students may enroll in a meal plan or use campus dining facilities on a cash basis. (Students living in certain residence halls are automatically enrolled in a meal plan.)
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Student Housing and Residence Life S tudent Health Services International Student Services Student Disability Services Student Rights and Responsibilities Career Development Intercultural Support Student Development Recreation and Intramural Sports
To find out more about Student Services, visit www.newschool.edu/studentservices.
Student Housing and Residence Life The New School has living and learning spaces for undergraduate and graduate students with amenities to suit individual needs and budgets. All residences and some apartment facilities are fully furnished and staffed by professional residence hall directors and student resident advisors. Through the enthusiasm and creativity of the resident advisors, students who choose to live in university residences are introduced to diverse educational and social activities at The New School and in New York City. All facilities have 24-hour security coverage, and our staff is trained in handling emergencies should the need arise. The “Residence Hall Handbook” details housing services and residence hall policies essential to creating safe, supportive, and respectful communities. For students who wish to navigate the metro New York real estate market, listings of rental properties, shared apartments, short-term accommodations, and sublets are available in the Student Housing office. Student Housing will provide a compilation of current listings on request. The “Off-Campus Housing Resource Guide” provides information about New York City and its neighborhoods and the ins and outs of the local real estate market. Workshops and one-on-one sessions with the staff are also available. For more information, visit www.newschool.edu/studentservices. Students can enroll in a university meal plan or take advantages of dining facilities on campus on a cash basis. (Students living in certain residence halls are automatically enrolled in a meal plan.) For more information, visit www.newschool.edu/studentservices.
Campus Crime Reporting and Statistics The Security and Advisory Committee on Campus Safety will provide upon request all campus crime statistics as reported to the United States Department of Education. Anyone wishing to review the university’s current crime statistics may access them through the website for the Department of Education: ope.ed.gov/security. A copy of the statistics may also be obtained by contacting the director of security for The New School at 212.229.5101.
Student Health and Counseling Services Student Health Services provides counseling and medical services, promotes student wellness and health, and administers the Student Health Insurance Plan. All degree, diploma, visiting, mobility, graduate certificate, and non-matriculating students in undergraduate and graduate degree programs, including students taking courses only online, are automatically charged a Health Services Fee at registration. A Medical Services staff of physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, nurses, and office assistants is available to provide treatment for illnesses or injuries, routine health care, and medical advice. The Counseling Services staff of licensed psychologists, clinical social workers, an art therapist, and a psychiatrist provides emotional support and psychological counseling in a supportive environment, working with each student client on a reasonable and helpful plan of action to address the student’s concerns. The Wellness and Health Promotion program empowers students, connects them to information, resources, and support, cultivates healthy attitudes, skills and behaviors, and fosters a culture on campus that values health. Professional health educators meet with students one-on-one, offer workshops, and provide interactive programs on a variety of topics, including but are limited to stress reduction, money management[ED QUERY: health educators advise students about money management??], time management, meditation, acupressure, nutrition and cooking, physical activity, smoking cessation, harm reduction, sexual health, HIV/AIDS, depression, sexual assault, and interpersonal violence. For more information visit www.newschool.edu/studentservices/health. Student Health Insurance The university offers students a comprehensive health insurance plan that includes coverage for emergencies, hospitalization, and regular outpatient visits. The Student Health Insurance Plan provides easy access to health care services locally, nationally, and globally. For complete information about the Student Health Insurance Plan, visit www.newschool.edu/studentservices/ health. All eligible students are automatically enrolled at registration. Waivers: Students may be eligible to decline the insurance plan by submitting an Online Waiver Form before EVERY fall semester by the posted deadline (or spring semester for students entering in the spring). Access the Online Waiver Form by going to www.universityhealthplans. com (select the “New School” link). To learn more about the Student Health Insurance Plan and your financial responsibility if you do not waive the insurance, visit the Student Health Services section of the university website.
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