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  COMMUNICATIONS WITH ELON COLLEGE ACADEMIC CALENDAR INTRODUCTION CAMPUS FACILITIES ACADEMIC PROGRAMS STUDENT LIFE ADMISSIONS, FINANCES AND FINANCIAL AID GENERAL ACADEMIC REGULATIONS ACADEMIC REGULATIONS COURSES GRADUATE DEGREE REQUIREMENTS |
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Student life is more than classrooms, laboratories, study desks and libraries. Elon's goal is to educate the whole person, and students have many opportunities to achieve this goal. Experiences in the residence halls, campus organizations, student government, spontaneous social groups, Greek organizations, and on athletic and intramural teams are critically important in a student's total development. By participating in those co-curricular activities that interest them or are complementary to their academic programs, students can develop important insights about genuine communication, self-government, freedom, trust, honor and critical judgment. Programs designed by well-qualified faculty, staff and students provide opportunities for students to develop a meaningful concept, a sense of career, a philosophy of life, and sound ethical and moral principles. Student Service Personal Counseling Under the direction of the Director of Counseling Services, counselors are available to provide help to Elon students. Support groups and therapy groups, composed of students concerned about the same issues, are available for those interested. In each of the four campus areas—East, West, North and the Danieley Center—there is an Area Director, a master’s-level staff member trained in counsel-ing or a related field. In addition, within each residence hall there is a staff of specially trained community development coordinators, usually one per floor. CDCs live on the hall and help students learn more about Elon College, themselves and other students. Supporting the residence hall staffs are personnel associated with the Division of Student Life. Health Service The college maintains a health service, which is open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Wednesday from 8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. A health service fee covers most routine health and nursing services and treatment by the college physicians. These fees do not cover medications, cases requiring a physician other than a college physician, emergency treatment at a local hospital, laboratory tests or procedures conducted off campus. All students must present evidence that they are covered by health insurance before they can enroll in classes. All undergraduate and graduate students taking six or more credit hours may purchase a health insurance policy through the college. All students enrolled during day classes must submit a campus health form and immunization records. Campus Living There are 26 residence halls, 13 fraternity and sorority houses and two campus apartment complexes with a variety of living arrangements. Each residence hall room is furnished with beds, bureaus, desks, blinds and chairs. The student brings pillows, blankets, bedspreads, bed linens, towels and other articles such as wastebas-kets, rugs and lamps. Residence halls open at 2:00 p.m. the day before registration each semester. They are closed during Thanksgiving, Christmas, spring and summer vacations, except for those residence halls occupied during summer school. Rooms will be vacated and residence halls locked no later than noon on the day following the last night of exams. Provided on-campus housing space is available, all first and second-year students must live in the residence halls unless they are approved by the Residence Life Office to live with their parents, relatives or spouse. Transfers must live on campus until two years have passed since their high school graduation. All residence life policies and procedures for living on campus are presented in the License Agree-ment, which the student receives and acknowledges when applying for campus housing. This agreement is a one academic year contract renewable each academic year. The college helps students find off-campus housing, but does not serve as an intermediary in any way between the student and his/her landlord. Students have access to coin-operated laundry facilities on campus. Meals are served in the college dining halls, which open for the evening meal before the first day of registration, and close after the noon meal on the last day of final examinations. For vacation periods, college dining halls close after the noon meal of the last day of classes and open for the evening meal the day before classes resume. Room Reservation and Security Deposits New Students Please refer to the Admissions, Finances and Financial Aid. Continuing Resident Students Students wishing to return to the residence halls for the upcoming academic year must submit a $200 reservation fee during the housing reservation process announced by the Office of Residence Life during the spring semester. Students wishing to cancel their housing assignment must follow the procedures presented in the License Agreement they received when they applied for housing. The room payment/cancellation procedures are covered in this agreement also. Any questions can be directed to the Office of Residence Life. Commuter Students Programs that meet the particular needs of commuter students are offered through the Office of Student Life. The college encourages commuters to become involved in campus functions and organizations. Student lounges and a TV room are located on the first floor of Moseley Center along with lockers. Commuter students may purchase meal plans or the Elon Card for dining on campus and may buy a parking permit if they wish to park on campus. New Student Orientation New Student Orientation is held just before the fall term begins. All entering students participate in the program, which is designed to prepare them for the college experience. Orientation includes small group activities as well as academic advising, testing, registration, lectures and social activities. A modified orientation program is offered for students entering in winter and spring terms. In addition, the admissions office sponsors orientation programs every March and April for those students accepted by Elon who plan to attend the following fall. At that time, students may pre-register, apply for on campus housing and select a roommate. Student Government Association The Student Government Association (SGA) represents the interests of the Elon student body. The faculty and staff of the college support and cooperate with the SGA. Projects and proposals dealing with social, cultural and academic life are promoted by the SGA President and the Student Senate. Students play a direct role in academic and social policy-making through voting membership on numerous college committees. The SGA Office is in Moseley Center. SGA is advised by the Director of Student Activities. Judicial System The Judicial System is a code of student living under which all students should conduct themselves as responsible members of the college community. It is intended to be a code of integrity for students. For complete details about the Judicial System at Elon, see the Student Handbook. Campus Safety and Police Campus Safety is maintained by North Carolina Certified Law Enforcement Officers and by professional security staff with student support working under the direct supervision of the Director of Campus Safety and Police. The system works in close cooperation with the Town of Elon College Police and Fire Departments and the staff of the Division of Student Life. Campus safety is a partnership between the college, its students, faculty, staff and guests. Students faculty, staff and guests are encouraged to practice sound safety practices. In turn, the college attempts to provide facilities and services that optimize safety and security. Emergency telephones are located in strategic areas across campus. A complete list is updated yearly in the Student Handbook. The phones in the parking areas are designed to be accessible from an automobile without leaving one's vehicle. The Office of Campus Safety and Police provides an escort service 24 hours a day. Students on campus call extension 2407 for this service; those off campus who need an escort upon returning to campus should dial 584-2407. In accordance with the Crime Awareness and Campus Security Act of 1990, complete information regarding campus security policies and programs and campus crime statistics is available upon request from the Director of Campus Safety and Police, 2010 Campus Box. Cultural Life Each year a variety of programs is offered for the cultural and intellectual enrichment of campus life. The Liberal Arts Forum, sponsored by the Student Government Association, schedules a number of lectures on current issues. The Black Cultural Society brings speakers, musical groups and dance ensembles to Elon each year. The Lyceum Series brings outstanding artists and performers to the campus during the year. The Young Artist Series brings up-and-coming artists to campus. The Classical Soire Series, presented in the Yeager Recital Hall, brings outstanding artists to campus, often combining residency activities with a formal recital. Admission is free to the college community. The James H. McEwen Jr. Visual Arts Series, named in honor of a former trustee and lifelong supporter of the arts, sponsors a number of visual art exhibits each year including fiber art, photography, sculpture, linocuts, watercolors, oil paintings and multimedia abstract compositions. The Davidson Contemporary Print Exhibition, sponsored by Elon since 1990, is a national juried exhibition showcasing the current directions in printmaking in the United States. A number of distinguished scholars in various fields are invited to the campus each year to give lectures and seminars for the enrichment of the academic program. There are also recitals in the Faith Rockefeller Model Center for the Arts presented by members of the Fine Arts Department faculty and advanced students in music. Several band and orchestra concerts are scheduled. Plays and musicals presented by Elon students and by visiting drama groups are also a feature of the college's cultural offerings. Student Union Board Social activities at the college are largely planned and coordinated by the Student Union Board, which is advised by the Director of Student Activities. An extensive program of social, club and special-interest activities is carried out during the year. Among these are movies, trips, concerts, comedians, special events and many other social activities. Moseley Center Moseley Center is the center of college community life for the campus. This 74,000 square-foot campus center was opened in January 1995. Included in the facility are: the campus information desk and switchboard, two informal lounges, a television lounge, an art lounge, the campus post office, a Spanish center (el Centro de Espanol), a gameroom, the Campus Shop, the Octagon Cafe, the African-American Resource Room, several meeting rooms, a large multi-purpose auditorium, the student media, the Black Box Theatre, student offices for campus organizations and the Student Life staff offices. Religious Life Responsibility for college religious life rests with the Chaplain, who co-ordinates all on-campus religious programs. Voluntary religious services are held during the academic year. The Elon College Community Church, located just off the campus, is affiliated with the United Church of Christ and is open to all students for worship. Many denominations are represented on campus in the form of student organizations and adjunct clergy. Most denominations have churches within a few miles of the campus. Groups meet regularly for discussions, social activities and service projects such as Habitat for Humanity. The Chaplain's office is located in Moseley Center. Minority Affairs Elon College is committed to the enrollment and retention of minority students. Programs and services are available to minority students addressing academic, social and cultural needs to ensure that each student at Elon receives the best possible liberal arts education. The Office of Minority Affairs serves as a support system to help minority students adjust to college life. Programs have been developed and implemented to facilitate the recruitment, retention and graduation of minority students. The S.M.A.R.T. Program and Hand to Hand Program support first year minority students with their transition to college. Students are assigned to an upper-class student mentor and faculty mentor. Mentors help first year minority students academically in the areas of study skills and time management. Both programs help first year students reach the high level of achievement that is expected at Elon College. The Office of Minority Affairs is located in Moseley Center. African-American Resource Room The African-American Resource Room, coordinated by the Office of Minority Affairs, provides a support function to African American Students as well as an academic function for the entire college campus. The room serves as an instrument of orientation to students, faculty and staff on issues of race and diversity. With a valid Elon identification card, books and video tapes may be checked out. The African-American Resource Room serves as a catalyst for creating a positive atmosphere on campus. Thus the room itself maintains a healthy and integrated educational environment for all to enjoy. The African-American Resource Room is located in Moseley Center. El Centro de Espanol El Centro de Espanol provides a new approach to language learning. The focus of the center’s programming is on “using Spanish,” not just reading or writing. El Centro structures learning, but not in traditional ways of homework and grades. Students, faculty and staff learn by total immersion in the Spanish language through such experiences as discussions with native speakers of Spanish, one-on-one and small group discussions, use of resource materials for solo study, CD’s, tapes and movies. The program at El Centro allows participants to advance at their own pace in a fun and relaxing environment. El Centro de Espanol provides a learning experience, reinforcing Elon’s view of co-curricular activity, which occurs outside the boundaries of the classroom as part of the whole learning experience. Leadership Development Elon offers all students leadership skills and opportunities to exercise civic responsibility. The Emerging Leaders Program is open to all first-year students wishing to refine and further develop their leadership skills. Participants take part in leadership development workshops, attend cultural programs on campus, volunteer in the community, shadow a campus leader and join at least one campus organization. After successful completion of the Emerging Leaders Program, students may apply to become an Isabella Cannon Leadership Fellow. The Leadership Fellows Program offers students opportunities to study and practice leadership, participate in a series of seminars, facilitate service projects, lead campus organizations and mentoring experiences, and have the opportunity to participate in studies abroad and internship programs. Upon completion of all phases of the program, the student can graduate as an Isabella Cannon Leadership Scholar. Through the student managed L.E.A.D. Center, leadership development opportunities exist for all students not just those active in the Isabella Cannon Leadership Program. Service Learning Students have the opportunity to participate in diverse service experiences through a student-run program called "Elon Volunteers!" Elon Volunteers! coordinates over 15 service programs in the local community. In addition to these on-going programs, EV! sponsors a wide variety of one-time service events and trips. The mission of EV! is to provide all members of the Elon College campus the opportunity to develop an ethic of service by connecting campus and community through service experiences. The Kernodle Center for Service Learning is located in Moseley Center and provides resources for faculty to integrate service into their courses giving students the opportunity to serve and learn at Elon. Honor Societies
Student Organizations and Activities Elon College offers students opportunities to become involved in numerous activities and organizations on campus. The range of these activities is considerable. Students are encouraged to work with the Director of Student Activities to start new organizations. Refer to the student handbook for a listing of all campus organizations and process for starting a new organization. Departmental Accounting Society, Alpha Kappa Psi, Association of Computing Machinery, Crime Club, Health, Physical Education and Leisure Club, Human Services Club, Lincoln Pre-med Society, Mathematics Association of America, Pre-law Society, Psychology Club, Society of Professional Journalists, Sociology Club, Student Affiliates of the American Chemical Society, Student North Carolina Association of Educators and Women in Communications. Greek There are 17 general fraternities and sororities at Elon. Fraternities include: Alpha Kappa Lambda, Alpha Phi Alpha, Kappa Alpha Order, Kappa Alpha Psi, Kappa Sigma, Lambda Chi Alpha, Sigma Chi and Sigma Pi. Sororities include: Alpha Kappa Alpha, Alpha Omicron Pi, Alpha Sigma Alpha, Alpha Xi Delta, Phi Mu, Sigma Kappa, Sigma Sigma Sigma, Zeta Phi Beta and Zeta Tau Alpha. Music Chamber Singers, Concert Choir, Elan, Emanons, Orchestra, Pep Band, Percussion Ensemble, Student Chapter of Music Educators National Conference and Symphonic Winds. Religious Baptist Student Union, Campus Outreach, Catholic Campus Ministry, Elon College Gospel Choir, Elon Hillel, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Greek Fellow-ship, Intervarsity Christian Fellowship and Methodist Fellowship. Service Alpha Phi Omega, Elon Volunteers!, GAMMA (Greeks Advocating the Mature Management of Alcohol), Circle K (College Chapter of Kiwanis), Epsilon Sigma Alpha, Elon College Chapter of Habitat for Humanity, Safe Rides, SCALE (Student Coalition for Action in Literacy Education) and Sierra Student Coalition. Sports Aikido Club, Equestrian Club, Men's Lacrosse Club, Men's and Women's Rugby, Swimming, Roller Hockey Club, and Women's Field Hockey. Cultural and Special Interest Black Cultural Society, Elon's Finest, Intercultural Relations, Liberal Arts Forum, Resident Student Association (RSA), Model UN, North Carolina Student Legislature, Students for Peace and Justice, Student Government Association and Student Union Board. Communications Media Media Board The Board is composed of students and members of the faculty and administration. It advises, guides and encourages all student media on campus. ESTV ESTV is a student operated TV station providing experience for students interested in all areas of communications. Colonnades The college literary magazine is published by students interested in creative expression, both verse and prose. The Pendulum The college newspaper, The Pendulum, is published weekly by a student staff both in print and on a World Wide Web homepage. Phi Psi Cli The college yearbook is edited by members of the student body. Its name, Phi Psi Cli, commemorates three former literary societies. Radio Station WSOE-FM, the campus radio station, operates each day and is staffed primarily by students. Who's Who Each year a committee composed of members of the faculty, administration and student body elects students to be listed in the national publication Who's Who in American Colleges and Universities. Students are selected on the basis of scholarship, participation and leadership in academic and extracurricular activities, citizenship and service to the college and promise of future usefulness. Campus Recreation The Office of Campus Recreation is service-oriented with a philosophy based on providing maximum recreational opportunities for students, faculty and staff at Elon College. From playing flag football, going white-water rafting, participating in an aerobics class, or special programs such as state and regional tournaments, the campus recreation program provides the opportunity for students to participate in a safe and enjoyable environment. The variety of programs range from formal structured leagues to informal activities. Participation in these activities gives students the opportunity to develop friendships and learn important lessons of sportsmanship, team building, cooperation, personal development and self-actualization. Elon values wellness and the lifelong importance of the wise use of leisure time. The Office of Campus Recreation is also student-development oriented and strives to provide an opportunity for students to transfer classroom theories into practical work experiences. Student leaders coordinate and manage all of the Campus Recreation programs. Aerobics The college offers a diverse program including aerobics, step aerobics, water aerobics and toning classes. All instructors are trained through the Aerofit training program and are nationally certified or working toward certification. With more than 20 classes per week, exercise opportunities are offered for every type of exercise enthusiast. Aquatics The aquatics program consists of open swim times, scheduled swim times, and a variety of aqua-fitness programs. In addition, recognized Elon organizations can reserve the facility for pool parties. Fitness The state-of-the-art fitness center and free-weight rooms offer not only the equipment needed for a quality workout but a well-trained staff to help meet your fitness needs. Your own personal fitness program can also be developed through a personal training program. In addition, competitions are planned each semester such as Cardio Conquest and Step Across America. Intramurals Intramural events offer a variety of sport leagues and tournaments. Different divisions are available to meet the diverse levels of competition. In addition, co-rec leagues are available in all sports. Some of the sports offered are basketball, soccer, softball, tennis, volleyball, flag football and whiffleball. Outdoor Programs Elon Outdoors consists of adventure trips such as backpacking, skiing and white-water rafting. In addition, camping equipment such as backpacks, sleeping bags, tarps and tents may be rented. For those who wish to venture on their own excursions, resource information on many outdoor recreational opportunities all over the United States is available. Additionally, Outdoor Programs offers training to those outdoor enthusiasts who are interested in leading one of our trips. Open Recreation A variety of free-play time is available for those who prefer unstructured recreational pursuits. Two gyms, five racquetball courts, a pool, fitness center, commons areas, and several outdoor facilities, including sand volleyball courts and basketball courts, are available for open recreation. In addition, a variety of equipment is available for check-out. Club Sports Club Sports are a variety of self-administered clubs that are based on students who share a common interest. Clubs may range from informal to competitive depending on the clubs' participants. New clubs are welcome to join existing clubs such as Aikido, Men's Lacrosse, Men's and Women's Rugby and Swim, Roller Hockey, Field Hockey and Equestrian. Special Events A variety of short-term recreational and educational events are planned. Some of the events are corporate-sponsored theme weeks, such as Cardio Conquest and Health and Wellness Week. Other special events include RecFest and the Turkey Trot. Intercollegiate Athletics Elon is a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I (I-AA for football) and a member of the Big South Athletics Conference effective fall 1999. Elon’s men’s teams compete in intercollegiate football, basketball, baseball, tennis, golf, soccer and cross-country. Elon’s women’s teams compete in intercolle-giate volleyball, golf, basketball, softball, soccer, tennis and cross-country. Traditional Events Fall Convocation Each fall semester a prominent educator or civic leader is invited to speak to the student body and faculty. New Student Convocation Each fall, as part of the new student orientation, all new students, parents and faculty gather in Koury Center for a convocation. Greek Week A time for unity, friendly competition and fun is sponsored each spring by the PanHellenic, National PanHellenic and Interfraternity Councils. Contests of various kinds-tug of war, chariot races, dance competition and sporting events-as well as a service project and an educational speaker provide a well-rounded experience to promote Greek life. Homecoming Homecoming takes place in the fall, bringing back to the campus many former students. Entertainment includes: a golf tournament, a football game, Sports Hall of Fame induction ceremony and major student and alumni activities. Family Weekend In the fall, parents and other family members are invited to visit the campus and
participate in several events planned especially for them. Activities include a parent-student
golf tournament, a college football game, parent/professor meetings, coffee
at the home of the President as well as evening entertainment and excellent food. It
is a great time for families to meet Elon faculty and administrators. |
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