• Division of Student Affairs

• A Student's College Experience

• Academic Assistance for Students

• Establishing an Environment for Learning

• Withdrawal from Courses or the University
   

Division of Student Affairs

The opportunities provided to students for growth as individuals will be guided by their interests and concerns in Lock Haven's supportive environment. Learning takes place in many ways and in many different forms. Students undertake all of the aspects of achieving
a college education through participation in activities in the classroom and outside of it. 
The Division of Student Affairs has a primary focus on the development of each student's potential. This basic philosophy directs the types of services that are provided to the student body by the University. The Division is directed by the Vice President for Student Affairs.

The University has an investment in its student body and in maintaining a healthy environment for learning. The initial year of college experience is the most important in forming foundations for future achievements. The Division of Student Affairs provides the leadership for creating an environment that supports students in achieving their educational goals, especially during the freshman year.

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A Student's College Experience

• On-Campus Housing

• Health Services

• University Counseling Services

• Cultural Diversity Concerns

• Intercollegiate Athletics

• Student Activities

• Student Government

• Career Services

• Veterans

• New Student Orientation Program
   

The University provides living accommodations for approximately 1,800 students living on campus.  Residence halls are available for freshmen and all students have an opportunity to reside on campus during their college career.  All full-time students with fewer than 48 earned credits and a GPA below 3.0 must live on campus unless they commute from within a 50-mile radius or have obtained a special exemption from the Assistant Dean of Student Affairs.  Students learn many responsibilities by residing on campus and assume responsibility for their living environment.  Students who earned 29.5 credits and have a 3.0 GPA may elect to live off campus.  Events are planned to foster educational, social, cultural, and recreational interests among all students.  Students participate in governing themselves by formulating policies that are reviewed annually.  Professional staff members live in the residence hall and upper-class students who reside on the floor and work as resident assistants are available to assist residents with concerns.  All university residence halls
are smoke-free.

All students living on campus are required to purchase a 19, 14, 10 or 175 block meal plan.  The University has adopted a food court approach to dining.  The dining service offers 19, 14, 10, 5, 175 block, 50 block or all Flex meal plans for all non-campus residents.  Students will be able to use flex-dollars for additional meals at the various locations.  Flex-dollars are a part of the charge for board plans.

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Students enrolling at the University must submit a completed Medical History Report prior to the start of the fall semester.  This information must be completed by a physician, along with immunization data, and sent to the Glennon Health Services Center.  Students may not enroll or attend classes without a completed form.  Glennon Health Service provides outpatient consultation for students experiencing health difficulties.  Staff members are available Monday through Friday between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4 p.m.  All students will be charged a health service fee whether or not the services offered on the campus are utilized.  Students are strongly encouraged to have some form of health insurance.  The University does not provide any medical insurance coverage to students.

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University Counseling Services is a component of the Department of Academic Development and Counseling.  Counseling is provided to students with personal, emotional or academic adjustment concerns.  Professional counselors assist students with questions about achievement, educational progress, interpersonal relationships, self-image, social
skills or other potentially stressful or emotionally disturbing experiences.  Services are provided daily during regular working hours.  Students may be referred to off-campus agencies and private practitioners when desired or needed for more lengthy care.

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Because of the institution's mission to enhance multiculturalism, many students from a variety of backgrounds are represented at LHU. The Director of Human and Cultural Diversity works with students from all cultures to create an environment that recognizes the value of diversity.  The university strives to cultivate a climate that is free of biases and prejudices.

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The University is a National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division II competitor in 14 intercollegiate sports programs for men and women; the wrestling and field hockey teams are Division I.  Programs for women athletes include basketball, cross-country, field hockey, lacrosse, soccer, softball, swimming, track and field, and volleyball.  Men's sports include baseball, basketball, cross-country, football, soccer, track and field, and wrestling.

LHU provides grants-in-aid to outstanding student-athletes in accordance with available funding. The Bald Eagle Athletic Committee of the LHU Foundation assists male and female athletes with their educational expenses. The amount of aid available varies from program to program and within NCAA limitations. The University's sport program works to provide the aid and is limited to the amount of money it raises.

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Leadership opportunities open many avenues for experiencing new ideas and making new friends.  The clubs and organizations that are available for student participation originate
from student interests. There are many cultural events including concerts, comedians, entertainers, and speakers that are all part of the educational process.  Students play a vital part in the governance of the University as representatives on most institutional committees.  Experiences in decision-making bodies, leadership roles in clubs and participation in Greek organizations, as well as opportunities to learn to help others and deal with others, are valued parts of the education students receive in college.  This preparation complements academic endeavors and enhances the total learning experience.

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All students are members of the Student Cooperative Council, Inc. (SCC), and all have a role in the election of officers and representatives on the Student Senate.  This primary student governing body allocates activity fees for the operation of intercollegiate athletics, clubs, theatre groups, musical groups, intramurals, and recreational activities.  The SCC operates the University Bookstore, the Eagle Wing Snack Bar, and all vending services on campus.

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Career Services is an integral part of the University's educational program and focuses on
the relationship between self, education and careers. It promotes the concept that career development is an ongoing, lifelong process, which incorporates self-assessment and career awareness.  Resources and programs are provided to help students explore, select and pursue meaningful careers that are consistent with their interests, abilities and values.  Individual counseling is available to assist students with the career planning process, as
well as FOCUS, a web-based career guidance and information system.  Group and individual instruction is offered on career implementation skills such as resume writing, interviewing and job searching.  The office also maintains a career library of web-sites, printed, video-taped, and software-based information covering career options, employer organizations, internships, job listings, and graduate/professional schools.

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The University is accredited to offer education to veterans as authorized under the provisions of Title 38, United States Code, Section 3675. The University cooperates with the Veterans Administration in making available curricula for those desiring to enroll in programs of study leading to the following degrees: Associate of Science; Bachelor of Arts; Bachelor of Fine Arts in Music; Bachelor of Science; Bachelor of Science in Education; Bachelor of Science in Health and Physical Education; Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences; Bachelor of Science in Recreation Management; Master of Liberal Arts; Master of Health Science; Master of Education in Teaching and Learning; and Master of Education in Alternative Education.  Credits for educational experiences earned while in the armed services may be granted by the University in accordance with the policies of the Board of Governors of the State System of Higher Education and regulations of the American Council of Education.  Further information may be obtained from the “Service Members Opportunity Colleges (SOC) Guide.”  The Vice President for Academic Affairs or his/her designee evaluates military experiences upon receipt of transcripts or separation qualification records.  All evaluations are tentative until a student has been in residence for one semester. The Veterans Office provides counseling and assistance in financial matters.

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Introducing students and their parents to the college experience is one of the most important programs provided by the Division of Student Affairs.  A day and a half summer program is held during the third week in June.  New students and their parents are strongly encouraged to attend.  Fall and Spring Semester programs are conducted at the beginning of each academic semester.  Student participation in these programs is most beneficial and helps students adjust to college living.

Academic Assistance for Students

Various academic assistance programs exist within Academic Development & Counseling (ADAC), a department within the College of Education and Human Services. Program descriptions for each can be found on the department’s website: www.lhup.edu/ad_c

Department of Academic Development & Counseling

• Counseling Services
• Disability Services
• Educational Opportunity Program/ACT101
• Exploratory Studies Advising
• Haven Achievers Program
• Student Support Services
• Tutorial Services
• Upward Bound

Other LHU services:

• Testing and Assessment

• Library Services

• Learning Resources Center

• Information Technology
   

LHU's Educational Opportunity Program (EOP), partially funded by the Pennsylvania ACT 101/Higher Education Equal Opportunity Program state grant, assists students whose educational and economic backgrounds impair their initial ability to pursue higher education successfully.  The faculty and staff from the ACT 101 Program provide ongoing professional and peer counseling, study skills instruction and tutorial services.

The Summer component provides credit-bearing instruction in writing, learning strategies, reading, and other communication skills.  Participating freshmen who successfully complete the Summer requirements are enrolled for the regular academic year.  Prospective students interested in the EOP Summer Session should contact the Act 101 Program Director for more information.  Summer EOP students should meet ACT 101 guidelines established by the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) which include residency requirements, income guidelines and academic criteria to be met through high school rank, high school grade point average and an average score on the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) or
its equivalent.

Tutoring is provided at no charge and is available to all students in most basic subject areas.  Students in their first two years of study are encouraged to arrange tutorial assistance during the early part of each semester if they anticipate or encounter difficulty with course work.  Students in the Educational Opportunity Program (EOP)
may be required to use tutorial services to remain in the program.

Counseling services provided by the Educational Opportunity Program render professional support to students, particularly those who are in their first two years at the University.  These services help EOP students deal with academic and personal concerns such as time management, stress management, and conflict resolution.  Peer counselors provided freshmen EOP students help to facilitate their adjustment to college life and the university environment.

The Tutorial Center provides peer tutoring for students who wish to participate in small tutorial study groups for selected 100 and 200 level courses.  The study group facilitator is a qualified and trained peer tutor.  Group participants are required to meet at least once a week. There is also an additional optional meeting time for those students who need more assistance.  The purpose of this service is to increase the probability of academic success for each student participant.  Group tutoring can provide clarification of concepts, theories, and ideas presented in class or textbooks, improvement of study skills, and development of a confident, positive self-image as a student who can succeed academically. Group tutoring is viewed as a collaborative learning experience between the peer tutor and members of the group receiving tutoring.  Students are encouraged to seek tutorial help before they experience or anticipate serious difficulties in their course work.

If students would like to participate in group tutoring, they are required to attend the weekly group sessions or they forfeit tutoring privileges for that class.  Students interested in tutoring in mathematics or writing are to go to the Math or Writing Centers.  The Tutorial Center is an integral component of the Educational Opportunity Program and is open to all students at the University.

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The U.S. Department of Education funds a grant which provides services to first generation college students from low-income families and to students with disabling conditions.  Services provided on an individual basis include academic advising, career exploration, personal counseling, tutoring, and referrals to other agencies.  Students are assisted by the Director of Student Support Services, Writing Center Specialist, Math Center Specialist, peer tutors, and peer counselors.

The Student Support Services Program's primary objective is to increase retention and graduation rates of students.  Students selected for participation in the program must meet guidelines established by the U.S. Department of Education and the LHU Student Support
Services Program.

The Director of the Student Support Services Program works with disabled students individually to develop a support plan.  Students with documented learning disabilities,
visual, hearing, mobility impairments, or other special needs receive assistance with course selection, registration, academic mentoring, advocacy, counseling, and peer consultations.

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Each student is assigned an academic faculty advisor. Students who have declared a
major have as their advisor a faculty member within that discipline.  A faculty member within the Department of Academic Development and Counseling coordinates the advising of Exploratory Studies (undecided) students. Exploratory Studies students are urged to explore actively academic programs at the University and their personal career and life goals.  The Coordinator for Advising of Exploratory Studies Students can assist individual students and advisors with this process by providing counseling and advising, various assessment tools and resources, seminars, workshops, and classes, and software programs.

Each student's relationship with her or his academic advisor is important.  Through discussion with an academic advisor and the use of services provided by the Office for Advising of Exploratory Studies Students, a student is better able to:

• Clarify academic, life and career goals;

• Understand the nature and purpose of higher education;

• Gain information about educational options, requirements, policies and procedures;

• Plan a program of study consistent with interests and abilities;

• Select and schedule appropriate courses;

• Integrate institutional educational objectives.

Students who are undecided about an academic major are encouraged to use the testing service as one possible means to identify a course of study.

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The LHU Libraries provide both print and electronic resources to meet the information needs of the LHU community. Librarians at Stevenson Library on the main campus and at the Clearfield Campus Library provide reference assistance and teach library instruction/ information literacy classes in collaboration with classroom faculty.  Interlibrary Loan services provide research materials from other distant libraries.

Through the Keystone Library Network, the library catalog, PILOT, and many electronic journals, newspapers, and periodical indexes are available both in the library and remotely via the Library's website, www.lhup.edu/library.  The Stevenson Library collection of over
360,000 books is located on the top two floors.  The main floor includes service desks for circulation, reference and periodicals as well as the reference, current periodicals and microforms collections. The ground floor has a children’s/curriculum library, back files of periodicals, multimedia materials and equipment, and a computer lab.  The University Archives and the faculty Teaching Learning Center are located on the second floor.

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The University, through the Learning Resources Center (LRC) in Stevenson Library, provides a wide array of media equipment ranging from basic overhead projectors to a closed circuit campus radio station and color television studio.  Every classroom and residence hall room has access to cable television.

A standard selection of equipment, including film and slide projectors, tape recorders and players, record players, video camcorders, and video cassette players are available. The University owns a limited number of films and videotapes but has cooperative arrangements for the renting of films and videotapes at other centers.  Arrangements to use equipment, renting or showing of films, or facilities, are made at the LRC office located on the ground floor of Stevenson Library or by calling extension 2228.

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The LHUPnet is linked to the State System of Higher Education Network (SSHEnet) and the Internet, allowing connections to the SSHE Keystone Library Network, the World Wide Web and many other available services worldwide.  Potential students can receive information from our World Wide Web site ( www.lhup.edu ), as well as apply for admission directly over the Internet.  

Distance learning technology links the main campus with the Clearfield Campus, as well as with other compatible video sites around the world.  Interactive voice response supports telephone registration, which eliminates tedious manual processes formerly associated with registration.  A private cable network links both campuses with schools, hospitals and community in the Lock Haven and Clearfield regions.

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Guidelines for student discipline have been established that are in accordance with federal, state and local laws.  The University has adopted the American Association of State Colleges and Universities standards for a drug and alcohol free environment, and it is making every effort to apply these standards to our campus.  The University is also committed to providing a safe campus environment for its students, faculty and staff.  All University regulations governing academic, social and behavioral standards appear in the Student Handbook.

Students must meet all financial obligations to the University before they can register for courses in any semester.  The University reserves the right to cancel a student's registration if financial obligations are not met.

Involuntary Leave of Absence

The purposes and objectives of the University include establishing an environment that promotes individual well-being. Occasionally, a student may experience medical and/or psychological difficulties that interfere with academic and personal progress. An involuntary leave of absence occurs in those cases where psychological and/or medical evaluation indicate a necessity for a student to withdraw from the University but the student refuses to do so. The Vice President for Student Affairs will determine, after consultation with professionals and following University procedures, that such action is appropriate and will forward a letter to the Registrar's Office after notifying the student.

When evidence is presented to the Vice President for Student Affairs that the health condition has been satisfactorily resolved, readmission to the University may be sought.  Readmission to the University after an involuntary leave of absence will be based upon the Vice President's recommendation and other existing conditions for re-enrollment.  Information on readmission to the University.

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Withdrawal from Courses or the University

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