2023-2024 GMC New Student Guide

2023-2024

NEW STUDENT GUIDE

GMC MISSION Georgia Military College builds on our military heritage grounded in our core values of Duty, Honor, and love of Country to provide hope and opportunity through individual growth and education of our students to develop their intellect and character as authentic servant leaders in an environment focused on elevating civility and respect for others.

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Dear students,

Congratulations on making it to college! As the first college graduate from my family, I can certainly attest to how worried I was about making it to college, and then when I got there, how worried I was of failing. As a parent of two children in college, I was equally nervous for them - getting them into college and then succeeding while they are there. You, nor your loved ones need to be worried or nervous! As a student, if you are committed to reporting to class on time, paying attention in class, doing your homework and assignments, studying every day, and most of all, maintaining a positive attitude, I promise you will succeed and I also promise that the faculty and staff will do everything in their power to help you succeed! We are a family of faculty and staff committed to your success and are invested in your future. GMC prides itself as being a place where you can take your first steps in reaching your dream. If you are not quite sure on the degree you are pursuing or your career goals take some time while you are here and think that through - and we are here to help you! We are proud that you selected GMC and even more excited to get you started! Work hard, dream big, stay positive, and trust in your abilities - we are here to help you every step of the way!

LEADERSHIP IS OUR LEGACY...AND YOUR FUTURE! Character Above All! Colonel Kraft

SVP & Main Campus Executive Director Nelson Kraft Colonel, U.S.A., Ret. Location: Miller Hall, 229 Phone: 478.387.4868 Email: nkraft@gmc.edu

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STUDENT SUPPORT OFFICES Enrollment Coaches

Graduation Coaches

Location: Boylan, 190 Phone: 478.387.4846 Email: info.main@gmc.edu

Location: Miller, 119 Phone: 478.387.7373 Email: gradcoach.main@gmc.edu

Bookstore

Tutoring Center

Location: Old Capitol Building Phone: 478.387.4909 Email: bookstore@gmc.edu

Location: Miller, 122 Phone: 478.387.7373 Email: tutoring.main@gmc.edu

Cadet Coaches

Dean of Students and Student Activities

Location: Miller, 116 Phone: 478.387.1927 Email: cadetinfo@gmc.edu

Cadet and Athlete Financial Aid Coaches Location: Boylan, 195 Phone: 478.387.4370 Email: cadetinfo@gmc.edu

Location: Miller, 117 Phone: 478.387.4718 Email: cmason@gmc.edu

Success Coach Location: Miller, 123 Phone: 478.387.4934 Email: jkump@gmc.edu

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ACADEMIC DEPARTMENTS

Humanities

English, Music, Reading, and Foreign Language Chairperson: Prof. Moona Yu Location: Boylan, 252 Phone: 478.387.4755 Email: my@gmc.edu

Health and Natural Sciences Chairperson: Prof. Mark Fairbrass Location: Boylan, 267 Phone: 478.387.4753 Email: mfairbra@gmc.edu

ROTC and Military Science Chairperson: LTC William Brown Location: Old Capitol Guard Battalion Headquarters Phone: 478.387.4822 Email: wrbrown@gmc.edu

Social Science, Public Safety, and Administration Chairperson: Prof. Rob Sherwood Location: Miller, 214 Phone: 478.387.4757 Email: rsherwoo@gmc.edu

Math, Technology, Business, Management, Education, and General Education Chairperson: Prof. Sergio Patitucci Location: Miller, 112 Phone: 478.387.4884 Email: spatitucci@gmc.edu

PAYING FOR SCHOOL

FAFSA School Code for GMC

#001571

GMC offers financial aid programs, a combination of federal and/or state grants, state scholarships, institutional scholarships, work study and loans. GMC makes every effort to ensure that no qualified student will be denied the opportunity to attend college because of the lack of funds.

GMC utilizes the results of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) in determining a student's level of financial need. The amount of aid available from most state and federal financial aid programs is related to student academic load for the term. Both the state and federal aid programs recognize 12 credit hours as the "full load" benchmark for maximum financial aid.

Useful Financial Aid Links FAFSA Application | www.studentaid.gov HOPE and GTEG | www.gafutures.org Veteran Benefits | www.benefits.va.gov/gibill

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DISABILITY SERVICES

Mr. Charles Wells Email cwells@gmc.edu Phone 478-387-4902

GMC is committed to the full inclusion of all students by providing a friendly and inclusive environment that students can thrive in.

As part of the Department of Academic Support Services, we want to ensure that you have the access and opportunity in all aspects of your experience while at GMC. To apply for accommodations: 1. Complete a Student Request for Reasonable Accommodations.

2. Complete an Initial Interview with SDS. (By phone or in person).

3. Submit documentation: Documentation Guidelines can be found on our website.

4. Meet with the Manager or Disability Coordinator 5. Access Accommodate program and request Instructor Notification Letters each term for each instructor you wish to receive accommodations in their class. Once the letter has been sent, the student is required to meet with each instructor to make arrangements for desired accommodations.

SUCCESS COACH

The role of the Academic Success Coach is to provide students with the guidance and resources they need to be successful in college courses and in life. This includes areas such as time management, stress management, test anxiety, learning styles and study skills. Academic Success Coaches can also provide assistance in navigating the various online platforms used at GMC, accessing tutoring services, and connecting with a variety of other resources available on campus.

Students can make an appointment using Starfish, email, or stop by the office, conveniently located in Miller #123, inside the Tutoring Center.

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BOOKSTORE

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Book Fees ($15 per credit hour) are included with your tuition and fees.

There is no need to present payment at the bookstore, only a schedule for the current term and student ID. Books must be returned at the end of the term by the advertised due date to avoid a $25 late fee and a $100 replacement fee per book. If a book is returned in a damaged and/or unusable condition or a book is lost, a replacement fee of $100 will be charged to your business office account.

Some of your classes will be utilizing e-text. These texts will be available to you through our learning management system. Your professors and your graduation coach will be able to assist you with questions about e-texts.

Cadets will visit the bookstore to be fitted for and order their uniforms and any other issued supplies.

Bo Sibilsky Bookstore Manager Location: OCB, South Entrance Phone: 478.387.4909 Email: bookstore@gmc.edu Hours: Monday-Friday 9am-5pm

KIDD HEALTH AND WELLNESS CENTER The Kidd Center features a full-sized gymnasium, an elevated walking-running track, free weights, weight machines, treadmills, exercise bicycles, elliptical machines, locker rooms, classrooms, a band room, offices, a conference room and a state-of-the-art sports medicine facility. The facility also has two elevated patio areas that overlook Robertson Field as well as four tennis courts adjacent to the building.

The Kidd Center is open to students, staff, and faculty use daily during the academic year. There may be restrictions on facility use during local events. Hours of operation will be posted.

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GRADUATION COACH

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The purpose of the graduation coaching program is to facilitate the academic and financial planning that support student success both inside the classroom and beyond.

Discuss your goals and plans with your graduation coach so they may assist you with course selection appropriate to supporting your future goals.

Students should make an appointment using Starfish, email, or stop by the Grad Coach Center located in Student Support Services of Miller Hall.

Location: Miller, 119 Phone: 478.387.7373 Email: gradcoach.main@gmc.edu

TUTORING CENTER The mission of the Tutoring Center is to serve as a center for learning assistance, providing a support structure that allows students to gain self-confidence and independence in their academic work. The ultimate purpose of tutoring is to create independent learners.

Free tutoring is provided for all core courses.

Monday-Thursday 8am - 9pm Friday 8am - 2pm Sunday 7pm - 9pm

Location: Miller, 122 Phone: 478.387.7373 Email: tutoring.main@gmc.edu

STUDENT ID CARDS AND PARKING PERMITS

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Student ID Cards Student ID cards are issued to all students at orientation at no charge. Students are required to carry their ID cards while on campus.

Parking Permits Parking permits are issued through the GMC Campus Police. Permits must be placed on your vehicle on the bottom, left corner on the rear window of your vehicle.

Parking There are designated permit parking areas around campus for students. Please be sure to follow all posted signs on campus relating to parking in order to be in compliance of the appropriate local, state, and federal traffic laws. Please see our Campus Map on page 28 for location of parking areas.

The GMC Police Office is located in Baugh Barracks.

478.387.4717

BULLDOG DINING 10 GMC operates three dining venues on campus, two of which are open to college students. The College Cafeteria, better known as the Top Dog Diner, is located on the ground floor of Boylan Hall and the Canteen, better known as the Growl Grab and Go, is located in the atrium area. During the academic year, the Top Dog Diner offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner every school day. Brunch and dinner are offered on weekends and holidays. Meal hours are adjusted during breaks and school closures.

Pizza and grill items are also available during lunch and dinner as well as a salad bar and deli options. Fresh soups and desserts are available daily. The Growl Grab and Go offers snacks, sandwiches, and grab-and-go type items during the school day. Both dining venues are open to the public and accept cash, credit/debit cards and GMC IDs loaded with Bulldog Bucks or a pre-purchased meal plan.

MEAL PLANS A 19 meals weekly plan is available for all cadets living on campus. In addition, there are 2 meal plans offered to accommodate all students. 25 Block Plan and 5 Block Plan are available and may be used for any meal in the Top Dog Diner or in Growl Grab and Go during the week between 11am and 3pm. Scan the QR Code below for the additional information and to purchase a meal plan. As an alternative, a meal can be purchased at a daily door rate using cash, credit card, or with GMC ID cards loaded with Bulldog Bucks.

BULLDOG BUCKS Your student ID allows you to load "Bulldog Bucks" and use your card like a debit card at all dining venues, vending machines, and the bookstore. To access the Bulldog Card Online scan the QR code below.

Bulldog Card Office Phone: 478.387.4919 Email: BulldogCard@gmc.edu

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

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We are honored and excited that you chose GMC as part of your educational journey.

Maintaining Active Status Must be enrolled in a minimum of 12 credit hours per term.

Maintain a grade point average of 2.0 or better Refrain from withdrawing from classes. This includes being faculty-withdrawn.

Financial Aid and Scholarships While international students are not eligible for financial aid, they are eligible for some scholarships. Stop by the Financial Aid office in the Atrium to learn more.

On Campus Employment On-campus employment is available in our bookstore, cafeteria, and select departments.

Please see your DSO for more information about campus employment.

Travel Before leaving the U.S., see your campus DSO to have your I-20 signed.

HEALTH SERVICES Health Services is a nurse directed school clinic staffed by a registered nurse and a licensed practical nurse who work under protocol in consultation with a local physician.

Services include: Care for minor illnesses and injuries Referral to local health care providers Wellness education, counseling, and resources There is no charge for clinic services. Costs for off-campus services are the responsibility of the student. All students are encouraged to have personal medical insurance coverage. Cadets are covered by the school accident insurance policy for injuries only.

Students must be healthy to be educated and educated to be healthy!

Health Services Location: Usery, ground floor Phone: 478.387.4839 healthservices@gmc.edu

Need to visit the clinic? Schedule an online or in person appointment by registering at:

gmc.edu/health-services

GMC DRESS CODE

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GMC expects its students to dress and groom to reflect the high standards of personal conduct that demonstrate good taste and are appropriate for college. Student dress may not present a health or safety hazard, violate city or state law, or present a potential for disruption to the instructional program. Attire or accessories that advertise or display or promote any drug including alcohol or tobacco, sexual activity, violence, lewd language, disrespect and/or bigotry towards any group are not acceptable. Unacceptable clothing and accessories include, but are not limited to, gang-related attire, pants below the natural waist, excessively tight or revealing clothing, shorts less than finger length, bare midriff, low-cut blouses, tank tops, tube tops, see through tops, cropped shirts, spiked jewelry, or chains. Shorts and dresses must adequately cover the front, back sides, and midriff. As a matter of common courtesy and respect, hat/caps are not to be worn inside buildings.

Students in violation of the dress code could be asked to leave the building/classroom and not to return until appropriately clothed.

For more information about the dress code and other codes of conduct, please review our Student Handbook found at: www.gmc.edu/current-students/student-handbook.cms

TITLE IX AND SEXUAL HARASSMENT

Sexual harassment is unwelcome, gender-based verbal or physical conduct that is sufficiently severe, persistent or pervasive that it unreasonably interferes with, denies or limits someone's ability to participate in or benefit from GMC's educational program and/or activities, and is based on power differentials (quid pro quo), the creation of hostile environment, or retaliation. Sexual harassment includes non-consensual sexual contact (or attempt), non-consensual sexual intercourse (or attempt) and sexual exploitation. Please see the Student Handbook pages 99-112 for more information.

Any student who feels he/she has been sexually harassed should contact the Title IX Coordinator, Megan Brooks at 478.387.4957. She can also be reached by email at mbrooks@gmc.edu.

In response to allegations of sexual harassment or violence, GMC will take these actions: Inform the victim of options (formal/informal) Conduct a prompt and thorough investigation Take corrective action, if appropriate Keep information confidential to the extent that we can

STUDENT CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS

Art Club Prof. Zipperer, azipperer@gmc.edu Baptist Collegiate Ministry Mrs. Mason, cmason@gmc.edu Biology Club Prof. Fairbrass, mfairbrass@gmc.edu.

Chess Club Prof. White, swhite@gmc.edu Intramurals Coach Harmon, sharmon@gmc.edu

Cadet Glee Club Prof. Yu, myu@gmc.edu Creative Thinking Club Prof. Zipperer, azipperer@gmc.edu Prof. Tucker, ltucker@gmc.edu Fine Arts Prof. Zipperer, azipperer@gmc.edu Ethics Bowl Team Prof. Reinhard, kreinhard@gmc.edu Math Club Dr. He, xhe@gmc.edu Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society Membership by invitation only Prof. Butts, bbutts@gmc.edu

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COMMUNITY OUTREACH

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GMC is devoted to educating our students about the importance of being a contributing citizen to their local communities and the nation. Events are promoted throughout the year to allow our students the opportunity to practice selfless service. Those students exceeding one hundred hours of community service, within one year, are awarded the Distinguished Order of the Servant Leader award.

For more information about volunteering opportunities, please contact Mrs. Celes Mason at 478.387.4718 or by email at cmason@gmc.edu.

STUDENT AMBASSADORS This program is a leadership opportunity for students who are dedicated to serving and representing GMC. Student Ambassadors are the public face of the college. They serve in official capacity at special college and community events and assist first year students in the transition of college life through development of meaningful relationships. Student Ambassadors are part time employees of GMC. For more information about Student Ambassadors, please contact Mrs. Celes Mason at 478.387.4718 or by email at cmason@gmc.edu.

INTERCOLLEGIATE 15 ATHLETICS Intercollegiate Athletics is an integral part of GMC and is a member of the Georgia College Athletic Association (GCAA) conference and the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA).

GMC has won four NJCAA National Championships, three NRA ROTC Rifle National Championships, and seventeen Regional Championships. GMC JC Athletics is Georgia’s premier NJCAA program with a Georgia-centric focus on recruiting.

A number of former GMC Bulldogs have gone on to compete as professional athletes, including in the NFL.

Football Softball Men’s Soccer Women’s Soccer Men’s Golf Women’s Golf Men’s Cross Country Women’s Cross Country Rifle

For more information, please visit GMC Athletics online at www.gmcbulldogs.com, or follow: @gmcathletics Georgia Military College Athletics @GMCBulldogs HEAD COACHES M&W Cross Country - Rob Sherwood - rsherwoo@gmc.edu Football - Rob Manchester - rmanches@gmc.edu M&W Golf - Kirk Kayden - kkayden@gmc.edu Men’s Soccer—Dave Sexton - dsexton@gmc.edu Women’s Soccer - Courtney Morgan—cmorgan@gmc.edu Softball - Ashley Bunn - amayhue@gmc.edu Rifle - Lisa Kelley - lhkelley@gmc.edu

CADET CHAPLAIN GMC is committed to producing well rounded citizens for a rapid changing world. In this diverse community of disciplined transformation and change, the function of the Chaplain-Mentor is to assist with the institution’s vision of a safe space where students and their families, as well as, staff and administration can healthfully process the challenges of their respective lives. Such challenges can be related to any of their several college experiences as either student or employee.

Conversations with the Chaplain-Mentor creates the space for working through challenges.

All discussions are confidential and oriented toward embracing opportunities for growth and change.

Location: Miller G10 Email: dluke@gmc.edu

Chaplain David Luke

STUDENT PORTAL AND EMAIL

Username Your user name is your first initial, last name, two-digit birth month, and twodigit birthday. For example, if my name is Bobby Cox and my birthday is May 21, then my username is bcox0521

Portal You can access the GMC portal by visiting www.gmc.edu and select: GMC Portal.

Student Email username@bulldog.gmc.edu password: last seven digits of your social security number. Once you log in for the first time, you will be prompted to create a new password.

Need Help Logging In? Visit www.gmc.edu/help-center

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ACADEMIC CALENDAR Quarter 1 August 2023 Classes Begin – – – – – – – – – – – – – – August 14 Drop/Add – – – – – – – – – – – August 14-17 Mid Term – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – September 8 Last Day to Withdraw w/o Academic Penalty – October 3 Classes End – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – October 10 Grades Due – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – October 12

Quarter 2 October 2023 Classes Begin – – – – – – – – – – – – – – October 18 Drop/Add – – – – – – – – – – – October 18-23 Mid Term – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – November 15 Last Day to Withdraw w/o Academic Penalty – December 7 Classes End – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – December 14 Grades Due – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – December 15

Quarter 3 January 2024 Classes Begin – – – – – – – – – – – – – – January 10 Drop/Add – – – – – – – – – – – January 10-16 Mid Term – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – February 7 Last Day to Withdraw w/o Academic Penalty – February 29 Classes End – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – March 7 Grades Due – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – March 11

Quarter 4 March 2024 Classes Begin – – – – – – – – – – – – – – March 18 Drop/Add – – – – – – – – – – – March 18-21 Mid Term – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – April 22 Last Day to Withdraw w/o Academic Penalty – May 14 Classes End – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – May 21 Grades Due – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – May 23

Summer June 2024 Classes Begin – – – – – – – – – – – – – – June 3 Drop/Add – – – – – – – – – – – June 3-6 Mid Term – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – July 1 Last Day to Withdraw w/o Academic Penalty – July 22 Classes End – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – July 29 Grades Due – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – July 31