2020–2021 Guide for Parent and Families (NYC)

2020–2021 GUIDE F O R PA R E N T S A N D FA M I L I E S

MESSAGE FROM THE DEAN FOR STUDENTS Dear Parents and Families, We are so excited that your student has chosen Pace University. We are a community of learners, givers, scholars, and doers. It is our hope that your student will find Pace an engaging learning environment and one which supports its students’ families. We hope that you use the support services available to you and your student and we encourage you to take the opportunity to engage in our community during your student’s time here and beyond. Please use this guide as a resource and contact us at any time for any assistance you may need. We welcome you to the Pace family!

Sincerely,

Marijo Russell-O’Grady, PhD Associate Vice President and Dean for Students New York City

HOUSING INFORMATION Head online for the important information you need about on-campus housing: ■ Planning for your arrival: www.pace.edu/arrival ■ Welcome packet: www.pace.edu/housingwelcome ■ Frequently asked questions about housing: www.pace.edu/NYChousingFAQ

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS What services are available to help students make a successful transition to college life?

If my student needs accommodations, how do we start the process? Who should we contact?

The Center for Academic Excellence (www.pace.edu/ CAE) is the comprehensive academic support network at Pace University that can guide students through their academic and social transitions to college while helping them move forward to graduation. In addition, the Office of Student Development and Campus Activities (www.pace.edu/SDACA) helps students get connected to campus by offering a variety of programming and opportunities to get involved in clubs and organizations on campus.

In order to request academic accommodations through Student Accessibility Services (SAS), we ask that students first:

How do students get involved on campus?

The Office of Student Development and Campus Activities provides an array of student groups and educational, social, and professional development co-curricular opportunities for students. Students can visit http://settersyncnyc.pace.edu to view the list of student groups and information on upcoming meetings and events on campus. The Pulse, the weekly student newsletter, is also mailed directly to students’ email accounts every Monday. The Pulse provides information about upcoming events, opportunities for research and scholarships, and student profiles. Read the latest issue at www.pace.edu/pulse.

■ Self-identify by filling out the Student Accessibility Services Registration Form at www.pace.edu/disability.

■ Submit documentation via fax at (914) 989-8047, or by email at disability@pace.edu.

■ Call the SAS office at (212) 346-1526 to schedule an intake screening appointment.

These appointments last about 60 minutes and can be conducted remotely over the phone.

■ All three components are necessary in the process of requesting academic accommodations.

What’s my student’s mailing address?

You can send mail to your student on campus by following the examples listed below: Maria’s Tower:

55 John Street:

STUDENT’S NAME One Pace Plaza Maria’s Tower, Rm. XXXX New York, NY 10038

STUDENT’S NAME 55 John Street, Rm. XXXX New York, NY 10038

182 Broadway:

33 Beekman:

STUDENT’S NAME 182 Broadway, Rm. XXXX New York, NY 10038

STUDENT’S NAME 33 Beekman, Rm. XXXX New York, NY 10038

How do students register for classes?

At Orientation, students will meet with their academic advisor to review their schedule for the semester.

In their first year, students will meet with their UNV 101 professor during advisement period to discuss class selection for the following semester.

For more information about registration, visit www.pace.edu/registration.

privacy of a student’s education records. Once a student reaches 18 years of age or attends a postsecondary institution, the rights created by FERPA transfer from the student’s parents to the student. Students may complete a FERPA authorization giving Pace University written permission to release/share information with named individuals.

Students have the ability to revise this authorization at any time. For more information on FERPA, visit www.pace.edu/FERPA.

Do you provide tutoring services for students?

Free tutoring is available both in-person and online for specific subject areas and no appointment is necessary. For more information, visit the Learning Center website at www.pace.edu/tutoring.

How do I view and pay my student’s bill?

Your student will receive a bill online in their MyPace Portal and a paper bill will be mailed to their address on file. You can learn more about billing and payments at www.pace.edu/billing.

What is FERPA? The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) is a federal law designed to protect the

Are students required to have health insurance?

All full-time undergraduate and graduate domestic and international students must have health insurance.

Students will automatically be enrolled in Pace’s accident/sickness plan when they register.

You may waive the school’s insurance if you provide comparable proof of coverage. You can learn more about health insurance and waivers at www.pace.edu/health-insurance.

Are meal plans required?

All residents and commuters are required to purchase a campus meal plan. Plans are assigned based upon your earned academic credit hours or housing location.

You can learn more at www pace.edu/dining.

NYC CAMPUS CONTACTS The First-Year Guide, which includes a full list of campus resources, offices, and services with descriptions and contact information, will be given to your student during Orientation. Here is a selection of contacts that most parents and families find valuable:

In an emergency, contact the NYC Office of Safety and Security at (212) 346-1800, available 24/7.

Vincent Beatty Executive Director, Safety and Security vbeatty@pace.edu (914) 773-3700

Patrick Roger-Gordon Assistant Dean for Students Office of Housing and Residential Life nyhousing@pace.edu (212) 346-1295

Marijo Russell-O’Grady, PhD Associate Vice President and Dean for Students New York City mrussellogrady@pace.edu (212) 346-1306

Advising Center for Exploring Majors www.pace.edu/exploringmajors (212) 346-1386

Financial Aid Office www.pace.edu/financial-aid 1 (877) 672-1830

Office of Student Assistance www.pace.edu/OSA 1 (877) 672-1830

International Students and Scholars www.pace.edu/ISS (212) 346-1368

Office of Student Success www.pace.edu/success (212) 346-1915

Auxiliary Services For student IDs, Higher One refund, campus dining, and meal plan information www.pace.edu/auxiliary-services 1 (877) 722-3431 Campus Store www.pace.edu/store (212) 346-1605 Career Services www.pace.edu/career-services (212) 346-1950 Counseling Services www.pace.edu/counseling (212) 346-1526 Dining Services www.pace.edu/dining (212) 346-1128 Education Abroad www.pace.edu/study-abroad (212) 346-1368

The Learning Center www.pace.edu/tutoring (212) 346-1329

Student Accessibility Services www.pace.edu/disability (212) 346-1526

LGBTQA Center www.pace.edu/lgbtqa-center (212) 346-1952

Student Development and Campus Activities (SDACA) www.pace.edu/SDACA (212) 346-1590

Office of First-Year Experience (FYE) www.pace.edu/FYE (212) 346-1386

Undergraduate Transfer Admissions www.pace.edu/transfer (212) 346-1323

Office of Housing and Residential Life www.pace.edu/housing/nyc (212) 346-1295

University Health Care For first aid, diagnosis and treatment of illnesses, physical examinations, and women’s health www.pace.edu/health (212) 346-1600

Office of Multicultural Affairs www.pace.edu/multicultural-affairs (212) 346-1546

IMPORTANT DATES AND DEADLINES 2020–2021* August 1

Immunization records are due

August 1

Tuition payment is due

September 25

All meal plan upgrades and waivers are due

September 25

Health insurance waiver due

October 1

FAFSA application† available to complete online

October 15

Deadlines to submit your Pace Study Abroad application for spring semester and January Intersession

November 15

FAFSA deadline† for priority consideration of limited campus based aid

March 15

Deadlines to submit your Pace Study Abroad application for Summer I and II and the fall semester

* Dates subject to change due to COVID-19 For more information about Financial Aid deadlines, visit: www.pace.edu/financial-aid/deadlines

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