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2 2021-2022 Academic Calendar
3 Resource Guide
4 Academics
5 First Year Program
5 Grade Information
6 Residence Life
8 Meal Plan Information
9 Student Financial Services
10 Student Accounts
11 Commuter Programs and Services
11 On Campus Work Requirement
12 Athletics
13 University Police
14 Muskingum Emergency Text Alert (META)
14 The Study Center
15 Computer and Network Services
16 Student Email Information
16 The Mail Room/Copy Center
17 Disability Resource Services: DEO & PLUS
18 Student Health Center
19 Counseling Services
19 Education Abroad
20 Student Organizations & Leadership Opportunities
21 Campus Recreation
22 First Year Highlights
23 Career Readiness Competencies
24 FERPA
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2021-2022 Academic Calendar M
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Fall 2021 Semester Friday, August 20 .....................................................................University Master Check-In
Friday, August 20 .....................................................................Residential First Year Students Move-In
Friday, August 20 .....................................................................Opening Convocation
Friday, August 20-Sunday, August 22 ......................................Welcome Weekend Activities
Monday, August 23 ..................................................................Classes Begin
Friday, August 27 (5 p.m.) ........................................................Last dat t change meal plan for Fall 2021
Friday, August 27 (5 p.m.) ........................................................Add/Drop period ends
Monday, September 6 .............................................................Labor Day (classes in session)
Monday-Tuesday, October 11-12 ............................................Fall Break (residence halls remain open)
Friday-Saturday, October 22-23...............................................Homecoming
Tuesday, November 2 ..............................................................Last day to withdraw from full semester classes
Tuesday, November 23 (6 p.m.) ..............................................Residence halls close for Thanksgiving Break
Wednesday-Saturday, November 24-27 .................................Thanksgiving Break (residence halls closed)
Sunday, November 28 (noon) ..................................................Residence halls open after break
Friday, December 3 ..................................................................Classes end
Monday-Friday, December 6-10 ..............................................Final assessments
Friday, December 10 (6 p.m.) ..................................................Residence halls close for semester
Spring 2022 Semester Sunday, January 9 (noon).........................................................Residence halls open after break
Monday, January 10 .................................................................Classes Begin
Friday, January 14 (5 p.m.) .......................................................Add/Drop period ends
Friday, January 14 (5 p.m.) .......................................................Last day to change meal plan for Spring 2020
Monday, January 17 .................................................................Martin Luther King, Jr. Day (no classes)
Friday, February March 4 (6 p.m.) ...........................................Residence halls close for Spring Break
Monday-Friday, March 4-12 ....................................................Spring Break (residence halls closed)
Sunday, March 13 (noon) ........................................................Residence halls open after break
Monday, March 28 ...................................................................Last day to withdraw from full semester classes
Thursday-Friday, April 14-15 ....................................................Easter Holiday (residence halls remain open)
Wednesday, April 27 ................................................................Classes end
Thursday, April 28 ....................................................................Study Day
Friday-Thursday, April 29—May 5 ...........................................Final assessments
(excluding Saturday and Sunday, April 30 and May 1)
Thursday, May 7 (6 p.m.) .........................................................Residence halls close for year
Saturday, May 7 ......................................................................Commencement
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Resources Academic Affairs
Dr. Shelley Amstutz-Szalay—Dean of Student Educational Services [email protected] 740-826-8224
Admission
Marcy Ritzert—Director of Admission [email protected] 740-826-8044
Athletics
Steve Brockelbank—Vice President and Director of Athletics [email protected] 740-826-6109
Bookstore (Barnes and Noble)
Kyrie Straight—Bookstore Manager [email protected] 740-826-8170
Business Office
Janet Nesselroad—Student Accounts Coordinator [email protected] 740-826-8118
Computer and Network Services
Main Contact— c n s @muskingum.edu 740-826-8050
Disability Education Office
Carissa Taylor—Coordinator for Disability Education Office [email protected] 740-826-6132
PLUS Program
Dr. Leann DiAndreth-Elkins—Executive Director Disability Resources [email protected] 740-826-8280
Registrar’s Office
Dan Wilson—University Registrar [email protected] 740-826-8165
Student Affairs
Alison Adams—Director of Residence Life [email protected] 740-826-8099
Tracy Bugglin—Director of Counseling Services [email protected] 740-826-8142
Sarah Dickson—Director of the Student Health Center [email protected] 740-826-8150
Kerry Guerard—Assistant Dean of Students [email protected] 740-826-8087
Michael Malone—Associate VP for Student Affairs [email protected] 740-826-8086
Katie Simms—Director of Student Leadership and Engagement [email protected] 740-826-8096
Jodie Swendyrck—Director of Dining Services [email protected] 740-826-8174
Jackie Vascura—Director of Career Services [email protected] 740-826-8085
Julia Wright—Chaplain [email protected] 740-826-6159
Student Financial Services
Amber Gump—Director for Student Financial Services [email protected] 740-826-8139
.............. Student last names S-Z
Amy Nestor—Sr. Assoc. Director of Student Financial Services [email protected] 740-826-8139
.............. Student last names A-E
Kelley Rutherford—Financial Aid Counselor [email protected] 740-826-8139
.............. Student last names F-R
Student Success
Lisa Kasper—Coordinator for Student Success [email protected] 740-826-6154
Tricia Nichols—Coordinator of Student Academic Services [email protected] 740-826-8224
University Police
Daniel Vincent—Chief of University Police [email protected] 740-826-8110
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Academics
Muskingum University is the proud possessor of a tradition of academic excellence dating back over 175 years.
The University's undergraduate curriculum is driven by Muskingum University's enduring and inspiring mission
that embraces the timeless qualities and advantages inherent in a liberal arts education. It also recognizes the
need for coursework, programs, and unique opportunities that evolve and meet the changing - and future -
needs of our students, of society, and of the needs of a globalized world. The undergraduate curriculum re-
sponds, thus, by design to our mission's call to make quality academic programs a fundamental and ever-
present priority.
Muskingum University offers a wide diversity of over sixty disciplinary and interdisciplinary majors in the most
popular and most important fields prized by students and employers. Many of these programs (Engineering
Science, for example) are also professionally accredited. The university also offers an array of in-demand edu-
cator licensure programs, plus a licensure program in Nursing. For a complete current list of available majors
and minors please visit https://www.muskingum.edu/academics/majors-minors
The university's strategic priority of low student-to-faculty class sizes means that students have open access to
a highly-personalized education, and to highly-specialized - and caring - faculty. More than 90 percent of our
faculty hold a doctorate or the highest degree available in their fields. From first-year courses right through to
senior capstone courses in the major, students at all levels are taught by highly-qualified, expert faculty dedi-
cated to student success. For some recent publications by our faculty, visit the “Faculty Publications” page on
the Academic Affairs website.
Additionally, the university has further expanded its solid (and increasingly important) experiential programs
such as internships, service learning, and international programs, as well as its signature - and highly-successful
- student-faculty collaborative summer research program: Muskie Fellows. Most departments routinely offer
students off-campus fieldwork, and course-related and career exploration/preparation excursions, along with
opportunities to collaborate with faculty on research papers published in prestigious professional journals, and
to present or co-present at regional and national conferences.
Recognizing that the shift from the familiarity of the “K through 12” system to the complexity of the university
environment can sometimes be daunting for families, particularly with regard to academic matters, we have
created a set of webpages for parents. To access these pages, simply go to the university homepage and click
on A-Z directory then find Academic Affairs. Once on the Academic Affairs homepage, click on “Information for
Parents” from the menu on the left. The menu of pages can be accessed by the drop down arrow.
Information about majors and minors may be found at https://www.muskingum.edu/academics/majors-
minors.
To view all of the University's undergraduate course offerings and/or graduation requirements in the Universi-
ty’s undergraduate catalog, you may view a searchable online version Registrar’s Office website https://
www.muskingum.edu/catalog.
Questions?
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First-Year Seminar The First-Year Seminar (FYS) course provides entering first-year students with a common academic experience
during their first semester. Muskingum’s primary purpose is to develop the “whole student.” In keeping with
this mission, the course offers an extended orientation to the institutional environment and is designed to cre-
ate a successful transition to the academic expectations and campus life of the institution. The course, which is
required of all first-time, first-year students, includes a significant advising component and introduces students
to both academic and student services resources.
The First-Year Seminar instructor will be the student’s academic advisor until the student declares a major and
is assigned an academic advisor from their area of study.
One or two upper class students also support the FYS instructor in helping students successfully transition to
Muskingum University. These FYS Mentors will be available throughout the semester to assist the students in
their section.
In their First-Year Seminar course, first-year students work with their instructors to develop a Graduation Plan,
tour The Study Center, the Library, and Career Services as well as participate in activities such as the Involve-
ment Fair, Department Open Houses, the Majors Fair, and Hot Topic Tuesday discussions.
Grade Information
Grade Information Faculty post grades for exams and assignments throughout the semester in Blackboard. Blackboard is also
where students can find the syllabus for courses, see class announcements, submit assignments, etc. Black-
board can be accessed from the main Muskingum webpage under the “wrench” icon, or at https://
muskingum.blackboard.com.
Early Assessment (midterm) grades are posted in Starfish, our Early Alert system, in week 6-7 of every semes-
ter. Faculty also post additional feedback on student academic progress in Starfish periodically throughout the
semester. This feedback can be seen by the student, as well as the student’s academic advisor and the aca-
demic support team. Athletic coaches also see this feedback for their student-athletes. Students receive alerts
about this feedback via email, and can also check for it on their Starfish dashboard. Starfish can be accessed
through the Student Menu in Muskie Link, which is accessible from the main Muskingum webpage under the
“wrench” icon.
Final course grades are posted in Muskie Link. These can be accessed under “Grades” in the Academic Profile
section. Unofficial copies of transcripts can be accessed in Muskie Link under the Student Planning link. For
official transcripts, please see the Registrar’s Office webpage.
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Your Home Away From Home! The residential system at Muskingum University consists of traditional residence halls, as well as more independ-
ent living areas for upperclass students (Townhouses, Lakeside houses, fraternity and sorority houses). First-year
students are housed in traditional residence hall rooms, usually with two people sharing a room. All first-year
students will be housed in Stadium Heights, Thomas, Memorial or Moore Halls. There are a few female triple and
quad rooms to which some first-year students are assigned. There are very few single rooms available. Our phi-
losophy is that students learn a lot about themselves, as well as how to get along with others while sharing a
room with another person.
Because Muskingum University is a residential university, all traditional undergraduate students are required to
live on campus and participate in the University meal plan for a minimum of six semesters. After that experience,
students can apply for off-campus housing through the Student Life Office. Exceptions are made for students
who commute from their parent’s homes within a 30-mile radius, or who are married. Additionally, no student
25 years of age or over may reside on campus without prior approval from the Student Life Office.
Staffing in Residence Halls
Resident Assistant (RA) — returning students hired to serve as a resource for students living in the residence
halls, responsible for safety and security of the building(s), and for social/academic programming within the halls.
Area Coordinator (AC) — professional staff who live in the residence halls who are responsible for RAs and the
residents living in specific buildings. They are also on call for emergencies and crises on campus 24 hours a day/7
days a week.
Problems with a Roommate? We are equipped to help you! From the time assignments are made
through the first 2 weeks of classes, we “freeze” all the room assignments, so no room changes can be made. If
there are problems with a roommate, we encourage our students to first address the roommate and what is
bothering them. From there, our process includes using an RA for mediation support, then bringing issues to the
attention of an AC. Parents, please guide your student through a roommate concern. Encourage your student
to handle their own concern. Coach them through it, if needed, but don’t solve the problem for them. This is
part of their development!
Emergency? Something broken? Need advice/support? Come to the front desk! The front desks
of the residence halls are staffed by RAs from 8 p.m.-12 a.m. on weekdays and from 8 p.m.-2 a.m. on weekends.
Staff are there to help with any and all student needs. Students can also check out games, sports equipment, vac-
uums, etc.!
Looking to get involved? Join a student organization! There are a multitude of events planned and pre-
sented by student organizations. It’s a great way to meet people! Becoming an RA is a great learning experience
and resume builder — talk to any of our staff to get more information on what the job entails. You can apply to
be an RA your sophomore year!
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Frequently Asked Questions:
When and how will I receive my room assignment and my roommate(s)?
Housing assignments will be mailed to your home address in July. It will contain the building and room number as
well as contact information for your roommate(s). We encourage you to talk to your roommate(s) — don’t use
social media for your initial impressions! (You wouldn’t want people to judge you by your Twitter feed, would
you?) We will not make any changes to housing/roommate assignments prior to the start of the academic year.
Additionally, we do not make changes to room assignments based on identity, race or religion.
In your assignment letter, you will also receive information about what you can/can’t bring with you on campus.
University Check-In will occur in Caldwell Hall on the Quad. Students and parents will visit several tables staffed
by various departments across campus. Students must pass through this master University Check-In before re-
porting to their assigned residence hall.
First-Year Move-In— Friday, August 20, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.— report to Caldwell Hall for a general
check-in to the University. Then, you’ll be permitted to drive to your assigned residence hall where you’ll find the
student Move-In Crew who will assist with unpacking your car!
What should I bring to campus? Definitely no microwaves, no weapons of any kind, no candles, and no pets (other than fish)! Don’t forget bed-
ding (all beds in first year locations are extra long twin-80 in.), personal items, and snacks. Make sure you talk
with your roommate(s) about who is bringing what items and have clear expectations of what you will share. In
your assignment letter (mailed in July) you’ll receive a more detailed list of what you can and can’t have on cam-
pus as a residential student.
Check out our website for a complete packing list and other relevant information about Muskingum University—
Residence Life! https://www.muskingum.edu/residence-life
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Meal Plan Information
Students residing in campus housing (including residence halls, Lakeside Houses, and Townhouses) are required to
have a campus meal plan. Each meal plan includes meals offered in the dining hall each week. Also within the
meal plan are Dining Dollars. Dining Dollars are Dining Services currency that may be used at the Winn Café locat-
ed in the Walter K. Chess Center, the Bait Shop located in the Quad Center and Patton Dining Hall.
Residential students will choose from one of the five meal plans below. These are all set at the same price, with
the difference being the number of meals allowed per week and the amount of Dining Dollars offered per semes-
ter.
Five Plans—All One Price
Unlimited weekly meals + $100 Dining Dollars per semester
14 weekly meals + $200 Dining Dollars per semester
10 weekly meals + $250 Dining Dollars per semester
Block 250 Plan: 250 meals + 200 Dining Dollars per semester
Block 125 Plan: 125 meals + 250 Dining Dollars per semester
Each plan includes 2 guest meals each semester.
Commuter Meal Plan Option (for students commuting from their family’s home)
Block 48: 48 meals + $150 Dining Dollars per semester
Dining Dollars reset each semester. To add more to your student’s account, call the Campus Services Office at
(740) 826-8147. Students have access to the dining hall from 7 a.m. until 9 p.m., Monday-Thursday. On Friday the
dining hall closes at 7:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday hours are 8:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m. The Winn Café
operates from 7 p.m. until 11 p.m. during the week and until 1 a.m. on Friday and Saturday.
University ID cards are made in the Campus Services Office, located at the intersections of Comin Street and Stadi-
um Drive. Students will also use the ID card to access their residence hall.
Please visit our website at http://muskingum.campusdish.com/ for more information and for daily menus through-
out the academic year.
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Student Financial Services
We know that navigating loans, scholarships, and the like can be confusing. Touch base with your Financial Aid
Counselor . She can guide you through the entire process.
File the FAFSA – www.fafsa.gov – it’s not too late!
Verification – if your FAFSA was selected, please return the required documentation to Student Financial Ser-
vices. If you have questions or need assistance, please contact our office at 740-826-8139or
External Scholarships in excess of $100 need to be reported to our office by completing the
External Scholarship Response Form at https://www.muskingum.edu/financial-aid/forms.
Students who are accepting the Federal Direct Loan(s) listed on their Financial Aid Award need to complete
online forms so the loan(s) can be processed. Students need to go to https://studentloans.gov and Log In with
their FSA ID to complete:
• Entrance Counseling
• Loan Agreement for Subsidized/Unsubsidized Loan (MPN)
Students who are also accepting a Muskingum Loan that is listed on their Financial Aid Award need to go to www.signmyloan.com to complete Entrance Counseling and an MPN.
Federal Parent PLUS Loans
• The parent is the borrower for this type of loan
• Credit check – Parent Log In at https://studentloans.gov
• Apply for a PLUS Loan
• Complete Loan Agreement for a PLUS Loan (MPN) – after credit approval
• If declined there are options to appeal or add an endorser (cosigner) -OR- the student can receive an
additional $4,000 in Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loan
For information on interest rates and fees please visit https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/
Private Education Loans
• The student is the borrower, but must have a cosigner
• List of lenders and comparison tool available at https://www.muskingum.edu/financialaid/loans
Using Financial Aid to Purchase Books
• We estimate that books could cost $1100 for the first year
• You may increase the amount borrowed through a Parent PLUS or Private Loan to cover books
• If the total financial aid will be greater than billed charges, you may contact the Business Office at
740-826-8118 to move the student account credit to Muskie Bucks.
• Muskie Bucks may be used to purchase books through Muskingum Barnes and Noble online at
muskingum.bncollege.com or on campus
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Student Accounts Due Dates For each semester of the academic year, payment of tuition, fees, and room and board charges, less applicable
financial aid, is due and payable on or before each of the following dates (except for those participating in the
payment plan described below):
• Fall Semester – August 15
• Spring Semester – January 2
Invoices An invoice of the semester’s charges will be mailed to students at their billing address in early July and
December. Monthly invoices will be sent periodically containing any amount due for tuition charges and
other miscellaneous fees which were added since the last invoice. Miscellaneous fees include but are not
limited to music lessons and music related fees, microfridge rentals, parking registration fee, health center
charges, and parking violations.
How to pay For your convenience we accept cash, personal checks (made payable to Muskingum University), MasterCard,
Visa, and Discover. Online payments can be made at www.muskingum.edu/business-office using a debit/credit
card, checking, or savings account. We can also accept credit/debit card payments over the phone by calling
740-826-8111.
Payment options As an alternative to payment in full, students or parents may participate in the payment plan. The plan is
interest free (an annual enrollment fee of $140 is assessed) and allows payment to be spread out over the year
through a 9, 10, 11 or 12 month plan. You can enroll online through the student’s MuskieLink account.
Student and parent loans are also an option to pay the yearly cost of education. Accounts should be settled by
the due date to avoid conflicts at University Check In.
Muskie Bucks Students that have a credit on their account from loans or scholarships may transfer all or part to Muskie
Bucks. Muskie Bucks can be used in the Bookstore to purchase books and other merchandise. Students can
also use them at the Bait Shop, Winn Café, and Patton Dining Hall. Muskie Bucks cannot be transferred back to
a student’s tuition account and must be used within the current academic year. Muskie Bucks can also be pur-
chased at Campus Services.
Refund credit balance If an account has a credit balance from loans or scholarships students can request a refund. Refund request
forms are available in the Business Office or on the Business Office website.
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Our commuter students are an important part of the campus community and we work hard to create exciting
programs and services for our Muskies who commute. Commuter orientation is a great way to start the new
year. We will cover everything you need to know about making the drive, including how to register your vehi-
cle, how to connect your mobile devices, and where to park. Plus, orientation is a great way to meet other
commuters and get familiar with the campus. More information about commuter orientation will be sent in
the next few weeks, so keep an eye on your mailbox! All commuter students should plan to go through the
University Check In on Friday, August 20. More details will be provided in the commuter orientation mailing.
We understand that it can feel like a challenge to get involved, so throughout the year, we will host programs
especially for our commuter students. We want you to feel at home here! From commuter coffee giveaways
to Taco Tuesdays, we are committed to creating on-campus programming during the day so that you can stay
connected and engaged in campus life. All services and programs available to our residential students are also
available to our commuters, so don’t be afraid to get involved!
If you have any questions about the commuter experience here at Muskingum University, please feel free to
contact the Student Affairs Office at 740-826-8080.
Commuter Programs and Services
Requirement for Working on Campus Students who plan to work on campus will be required to complete an I-9 Form to prove they are eligible to
work in the U.S. In order to complete the I-9, a student must present original documents for review by a Stu-
dent Financial Services employee.
We understand that many families prefer to keep these documents in a safe place rather than sending them to
college with a student. For this reason we ask you to bring these original documents with you to University
Check In. This will allow our staff to review the documents and return them for parents to take home for safe-
keeping. In addition to a photo ID such as a Driver’s License or student ID, you will need a document such as a
U.S. passport, Social Security Card, or original birth certificate.
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Muskingum University’s student-athletes belong to a proud tradition that has been established by previous Mus-
kies and continued by each class, year in and year out. Muskingum’s student-athletes have consistently demon-
strated that competition can be combined with successful and rewarding educational experiences. Their achieve-
ments on the fields, courts, and in the classrooms continue to highlight Muskingum University as a premier aca-
demic institution both regionally and nationally. Student-athletes and coaches share in the commitment to main-
tain a high level of educational value in athletics while understanding that varsity athletes are, first and foremost,
students.
Many fall semester student-athletes will move into their permanent campus housing assignments earlier than the
rest of the first-year students. Information will be sent directly to each student-athlete by their respective coach
with specific locations, times, etc. for moving in. Student-athletes can expect to move into their permanent cam-
pus housing assignment. For specific questions regarding early move-in, contact your respective coach.
Student-athletes are encouraged to read the Student-Athlete Handbook which is available on the Athletic website
http://fightingmuskies.com/landing/index under the ‘Inside Athletics’ tab.
Erik Ieuter Jake Gleason
Head Football Coach Head Cross Country Coach and
[email protected] Director of Track and Field
740-826-8216 [email protected]
740-826-8018
Dani Gunderson
Head Women’s Soccer Coach Hallie Cruzen
[email protected] Head Volleyball Coach
740-826-8319 [email protected]
740-826-6175
Adam Ponder
Head Men’s Soccer Coach
740-826-8019
Athletics
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Muskingum University Police Officers provide 24 hour, 7 day a week, full-service police protection to the campus
community. Muskingum places a high priority on the safety of students, employees and guests. To assure the
community the best possible protection, the university employs highly trained state certified Police Officers who
are committed to providing a safe environment that is conducive to the learning process.
Parking Passes
All vehicles parking on campus must be registered with University Police. Resident students as well as commuters
will need to register their vehicle with University Police and display the parking pass appropriately. Students can
review an online parking brochure ( https://www.muskingum.edu/administration/campus-police/parking-traffic-
policies) which will indicate where and when they are allowed to park their vehicle on campus. Students are en-
couraged to read that brochure and park their vehicles appropriately to avoid being ticketed.
Handicap Parking Passes
University Police issues temporary handicap parking passes to those needing closer access to buildings. Those
who experience a temporary injury or medical situation that limits their mobility should bring a doctor’s slip to the
University Police Office to receive the temporary pass. University Police also offers shuttle service to students
who experience mobility problems due to injury or illness.
Vehicle Help
University Police can assist students when their vehicle becomes disabled on campus or if assistance is needed.
Part of the parking registration fee goes towards a fund that allows University Police to offer emergency services
including jump-starts, lockouts, and tows to local garages.
Visiting Campus
University parking and traffic regulations require all vehicles to be registered regardless of the length of time on
campus. All visitors to campus should see University Police to register their vehicle. Should the vehicle be dam-
aged or need to be moved, registration allows the officer to quickly contact the owner/driver.
Too Dark to Walk Across Campus?
University Police offers an escort service to any student. Simply call (740) 826-8155.
Inscribe Your Belongings
Provided by University Police, each RA has a black light pen available for loan to inscribe belongings. Inscribing
valuables is a big step in theft prevention and aids in returning lost or stolen items to their owner. Talk to your RA
for the marker.
Crime Statistics
In accordance with federal law, crime statistics can be found online at:
https://www.muskingum.edu/sites/default/files/media/administration/Right%20to%20know%202019.pdf
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The Muskingum Emergency Text Alert (META) system gives Muskingum University officials the ability to com-
municate emergency information quickly via the text message. Through META students will be notified of any
safety or security-related issues in a timely fashion.
All students are automatically enrolled in META. While META is a free* service to Muskingum University stu-
dents, staff, and faculty, it is possible for you to opt out of receiving notifications. To do so, log on to the META
and follow the directions to set your preferences.
Please note that your META user name will be the same as your Muskingum University email user name but
your META password will be different than your Muskingum University password unless you intentionally make
it the same.
* Standard text messaging rates will apply. Contact your carrier for rate information.
The Study Center The Study Center, with locations in the Chess Center and Montgomery Hall, is a free peer-tutoring service that is available to help students succeed in their classes. While the tutoring schedule primarily focuses on 100 and 200 level courses, help is available for many upper-level courses upon request. All Muskingum students have the opportunity to work with tutors who have done well in classes in their major subject and have been recom-mended by faculty in their department.
• Free peer tutoring
• Walk-In Tutoring: The Chess Study Center is open Sunday 6-9 pm and Monday - Thursday 4-9 pm, no ap-pointment necessary
• Tutoring by Appointment: Students may use the Penji scheduling app to request in-person or online tutor-ing for over 20 subjects.
Find our tutor availability schedule at: http://muskingum.edu/academics/study-center
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Almost everything students need to know about computing at Muskingum University can be found on our web-
site: www.muskingum.edu/cns.
When first visiting the site, we would recommend that students visit the following links which are located in the
left-hand margin of our CNS pages:
• Computing at Muskingum
• Student Electronic Accounts
• ResNet Home Page
• Don’t Take the Bait
Students are urged to look over these areas as part of their preparation to come to Muskingum, whether or not
they are bringing a personal computer to campus.
Some things to remember:
• Wireless access is available in all locations on campus.
• All residence hall rooms have only one wired network connection. If there will be more than one device in
the room needing a wired network connection, the students will need to purchase a network switch. Stu-
dents need to ensure that they purchase a switch and not a router. Routers are NOT permitted on the
campus network. The campus bookstore sells switches and cables at a competitive price.
• Students should remember to work safely on their computer. Students should never send personal
information (e.g. password, birthdate, social security number) to anyone. Muskingum University will
NEVER ask students for their password! Not in person, not in an e-mail, never! For more
information go to www.muskingum.edu/phishing.
Computer and Network Services is available to assist students in getting (and staying) connected to the campus network. Please note that we are not a computer repair center. However, we do offer some courtesy services (such as assisting with malware removal) on a time available basis.
Please feel free to contact us should you have any questions. We can be reached via phone at
740-826-8050 or via email at [email protected].
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The Mail/Copy Center is located on the ground floor of the Quad Center, referred to as the BOC (Bottom of the
Center) near the Bait Shop. A mailbox is assigned to each undergraduate student (including commuters). Any-
thing delivered to campus arrives at the mailroom – this includes items from USPS, Fed Ex, UPS, etc. The Mail
Room is only open on weekdays (Monday-Friday) and is not able to accept Saturday or Sunday packages. No
deliveries can be accepted at the residence halls.
When addressing mail to be delivered to campus, please see the sample below:
Student Name
199 Stormont Street
New Concord, OH 43762-1199
Families are encouraged to use their student’s full name (first, middle, last) when addressing mail to ensure it is delivered to the correct individual. Please DO NOT use nicknames or pet names when addressing mail to cam-pus.
Students are able to pick up mail from their box from the Student Mail Window. Hours of operation for that service are 8-9 a.m. and noon-5 p.m., Monday-Friday.
The Mail/Copy Center
Every student is issued a Muskingum e-mail account. Students should receive their e-mail address and temporary
password at Muskie Preview.
When students log into their Muskingum e-mail for the first time, they should change their password as soon as
possible. New passwords must contain at least one character from 3 of the 4 character types (Upper Case, Lower
Case, Number, Special Character) and be at least 8 characters long.
Students should protect this password and should NEVER share it. This is the same password that will be used to
log into MuskieLink, Blackboard and for printing services. If students forget their password, they will have to con-
tact Computer and Network Services to reset their password.
Students should be sure to check their Muskingum e-mail on a regular basis. All official Muskingum University
electronic communication is sent to the student’s Muskingum e-mail account.
Student E-Mail
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Disability Resource Services: Disability
Education Office & PLUS Program Muskingum University has two offices located on the lower level of Walter Hall that support students with disa-bilities.
Disability Education Office (DEO) provides federally mandated reasonable accommodations to qualified stu-dents with permanent and temporary disabilities to support participation in all aspects of college life. The DEO determines the appropriate accommodations based on the student’s documentation of their disability needs and functional limitations. Students must request accommodations from the DEO by submitting professional documentation of their disability via email, fax, postal mail, or in person. Each semester, the DEO notifies each student’s instructors of their approved accommodations while keeping each student’s disability diagnosis confi-dential.
In addition to determining appropriate accommodations, the DEO supports students with disabilities by:
• Ensuring equal access to campus programs and services,
• Advocating for students with course instructors regarding their accommodations,
• Empowering student’s independence and development of self-advocacy skills,
• Providing assistive technology and training,
• Educating the university community about the needs of students with disabilities to foster an accessible, inclusive, and caring community.
PLUS Program provides comprehensive academic support services for college students with learning differ-ences to foster the development of skills essential for success in college. A fee for service program, the PLUS Program offers 3 levels of services to meet each students’ unique learning needs.
• Premier – comprehensive academic support – up to 5 hours per week
• Select – less frequent academic support – up to 3 hours per week
• Transitional – support for transition from high school to college OR college to career – up to 1 ½ hours per week
Each PLUS Program student meets during regularly scheduled times with assigned Professional Learning Con-sultants who support each student’s individual learning needs by:
• Focusing on strengths,
• Customizing learning strategies within content tutoring,
• Promoting the development of executive functioning skills and self-advocacy skills,
• Monitoring academic performance,
• Collaborating with each student’s instructors, academic advisors, and families to provide support needed for success in college.
For more information:
Phone: 740-826-8280 Fax: 740-826-8285
DEO email: [email protected] DEO website: https://www.muskingum.edu/deo
PLUS email: [email protected] PLUS website: https://www.muskingum.edu/plus
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The Student Health Center is located on South Street (east campus), behind Lakeside Drive. Hours of operation
are 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday through Friday while classes are in session during the fall and spring semesters. Each
weekday a physician is available in a walk-in clinic setting. Clinic hours will be posted on the Student Health Cen-
ter website. No appointment is needed.
Services include:
• Assessment and treatment of injuries and illnesses
• Appropriate referral and follow up for lab/x-rays or specialists when indicated
• Allergy shots given during clinic hours for minimal fee-charged to student’s University account
• Varsity athletic and child care physicals
• Evaluation of sports related injuries/conditions including concussions
• Collaboration with Counseling Services for medication management of referrals
• Symptomatic COVID Testing
Our University pharmacy license allows nurses to dispense medication to students on-site when
prescribed by the University physician. Since this is not a working pharmacy, prescriptions/refills from home or
other sources cannot be processed. Although there is no cost associated with the physician visit, dispensed medi-
cation charges are forwarded to the student’s university account.
Students must provide the Student Health Center completed forms which are sent to students’ homes over the
summer:
• Health History Form (also available here: www.muskingum.edu/wellness-center)
Note REQUIRED IMMUNIZATIONS and obtain updates as needed.
• Meningococcal and Hepatitis B Vaccination Status Form (also available here: www.muskingum.edu/
wellness-center) This form is mandated by the State of Ohio indicating a student’s Meningitis and Hepatitis B
vaccination information.
Although the Student Health Center is closed during the summer months, voice messages are answered weekly.
Please leave a message at (740) 826-8150. Please email any questions regarding immunizations, services, or in-
surance to Sarah Young-Dickson, RN, BA- [email protected] or Sarah Scott, RN,BSN–
Student Health Center
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Education Abroad
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Have you ever thought of studying in another country, being immersed in another culture and possibly learning
another language? Muskingum University has a variety of education abroad opportunities, including study abroad,
internships abroad, and volunteering abroad, designed to fit the diverse needs of our students.
Our programs range from one week to one year so you choose where you want to go and how long you want to be
there. There are programs to fit even the most demanding academic curriculum so every student has the oppor-
tunity for an out of country experience. Many of Muskingum’s opportunities will allow you to use your federal aid
and some even allow you to keep your Muskingum-based scholarships and grants.
Participating in an education abroad program not only serves as the base for an amazing resume, it also enhances
students’ confidence, critical thinking abilities, communication skills, cross-cultural adaptability and academic com-
prehension. It is never too early to start planning your education abroad experience to complete all necessary pa-
perwork, determine which courses will transfer and make sure the experience works seamlessly into the gradua-
tion plan.
For more information on Education Abroad opportunities, contact Dr. Valerie Smith, Director of International Pro-grams, at [email protected] or by phone at 740-826-8094.
Counseling Services Counseling Services assists students in overcoming personal, emotional, and psychological issues that may neg-
atively impact their ability to reach their academic goals and to make the most of their experience at Musk-
ingum University. Our goal is to support students as they acquire the skills, knowledge, and resources to suc-
ceed academically and pursue satisfying and productive lives.
Confidentiality is the foundation of the counseling relationship. Information shared in a counseling session will
be treated by the Counseling Services staff with strict confidentiality following all legal and ethical guidelines.
Counseling is free to all full or part-time undergraduate students who are currently enrolled at Muskingum Uni-
versity and taking classes. There is no additional cost for counseling.
The Counseling Services office has limited summer hours but staff will respond to emails on a weekly basis. If
you have a question please email Tracy Bugglin, Director of Counseling Services at [email protected].
For additional information, explore our website at: www.muskingum.edu/counseling/index.html
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Student Organizations &
Leadership Opportunities Life on campus doesn’t just happen in the classroom. To get the most out of your college experience, find a
way to get involved on campus. Through participation in a club or organization, you will develop leadership and
interpersonal skills all while helping to build a strong campus community. At Muskingum University, we are
proud to offer a wide variety of organizations for students to join. With over 80 active clubs and organizations
to choose from, students are sure to find a group to call their own. Whether you love video games or volun-
teering, Muskingum has a group for most any interest.
• Academic and Professional Organizations
• Athletic and Fitness Clubs
• Honor Societies
• Greek Life — Fraternities, and Sororities
• Media Organizations
• Music/Performance Groups
• Spiritual Life Organizations
• Special Interest Groups
• Social Action Groups
• Student Senate
• Volunteer Opportunities
We challenge students to become involved and make a difference. Each new class of students brings a unique
set of interests to our campus community. New clubs and organizations are always welcome. The Involvement
Fair, held the second Tuesday of the semester, is the perfect way to meet all of our clubs and organizations to
see which one might be right for you. Whether you are starting a brand new club or need a hand finding the
right club for you, our office can help. Be sure to visit the Student Affairs offices on the second floor of the
Quad Center (TOC—Top of the Center), or call us at (740) 826-8080.
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INTRAMURALS
Students can get involved as both a participant and as staff for Intramurals. We offer 1-2 leagues and 2-3 special
events each semester. Typical sports for us have been 3v3 and 5v5 basketball, indoor volleyball, sand volleyball,
slow pitch softball, euchre, ping-pong, indoor soccer, ultimate frisbee, flag football, wiffleball, video game tourna-
ments spikeball, and Muskie Madness (Multi-Event Tournament).
To see everything we have going on go to IMLeagues.com and look for Muskingum University’s page or download
our MuskieFit App.
Campus recreation
CHESS CENTER
The Chess Center is also a great way to get involved on campus and stay healthy. Free group fitness classes are
offered throughout both semesters. We currently offer a yoga class, stability ball class, and cycling class.
We also do some specialized programming within the Chess Center like a smoothie bar, March Madness, and
board game tournaments.
For more information on the wellness activity classes go to IMLeagues.com and look for Muskingum University’s
page or download or MuskieFit App.
For any questions about Campus Recreation please contact Deven Siesel is the Director of Athletic and Recreation
Operations. His office is located in the Chess Center (second floor). You can contact him at
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The first year for any college student will be one with new beginnings, challenges, and successes. Below are some
areas of conversation for students and parents during a Muskie’s first year.
September Involvement Fair Greek Recruitment
Academic Departmental Open House Starfish Early Alerts from Faculty
Add/Drop week Intramurals Kick Off for Fall
October Hot Topic Tuesdays (throughout Fall) Fall Break (October 11-12: No Classes)
Mid Term Grades Homecoming
Majors Fair
November Schedule classes for Spring semester (work closely with FYS Instructor)
Thanksgiving (Wed.-Sun., November 24—27 —residence halls closed for this break)
Last day to withdraw from course
December Short window before final exams Exam review sessions at The Study Center
Final Exams and Semester Grades Residence Halls Close (December 10 at 6 p.m.)
January Add/Drop week Greek Recruitment
Intramurals Kick Off for Spring Register for Spring Break/Trips Abroad
February RA Selection for next year May Term Registration
Mid Term Grades
March Last day to withdraw from course Start thinking about roommate for next year!
Spring Break (March 4-12—residence halls closed)
April Fill out FAFSA for next year
Schedule classes for Fall semester Exam review sessions at The Study Center
Housing Selection for next year Easter Holiday (Thursday-Friday, April 14-15)
First Year Highlights
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Preparing our graduates to be competitive among other college graduates is definitely one of the goals of all of us
at Muskingum University. The National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) has developed a definition
of “Career Readiness” and identified competencies associated with career readiness for the new college graduate.
These definitions provide a common language and framework to use when educating and advising our students.
“Career Readiness is the attainment and demonstration of requisite competencies that broadly prepare college
graduates for a successful transition into the workplace.” www.naceweb.org
Critical Thinking/Problem Solving: Exercise sound reasoning to analyze issues, make decisions, and overcome
problems. The individual is able to obtain, interpret, and use knowledge, facts, and data in this process, and may
demonstrate originality and inventiveness.
Oral/Written Communications: Articulate thoughts and ideas clearly and effectively in written and oral forms
to persons inside and outside of the organization. The individual has public speaking skills; is able to express ideas
to others; and can write/edit memos, letters, and complex technical reports clearly and effectively.
Teamwork/Collaboration: Build collaborative relationships with colleagues and customers representing diverse
cultures, races, ages, genders, religions, lifestyles, and viewpoints. The individual is able to work within a team
structure, and can negotiate and manage conflict.
Digital Technology: Leverage existing digital technologies ethically and efficiently to solve problems, complete
tasks, and accomplish goals. The individual demonstrates effective adaptability to new and emerging technolo-
gies.
Leadership: Leverage the strengths of others to achieve common goals, and use interpersonal skills to coach and
develop others. The individual is able to assess and manage his/her emotions and those of others; use empathetic
skills to guide and motivate; and organize, prioritize, and delegate work.
Professionalism/Work Ethic: Demonstrate personal accountability and effective work habits, e.g., punctuality,
working productively with others, and time workload management and understand the impact of non-verbal com-
munication on professional work image. The individual demonstrates integrity and ethical behavior, acts responsi-
bly with the interests of the larger community in mind, and is able to learn from his/her mistakes.
Career Management: Identify and articulate one’s skills, strengths, knowledge, and experiences relevant to the
position desired and career goals, and identify areas necessary for professional growth. The individual is able to
navigate and explore job options, understands and can take the steps necessary to pursue opportunities, and un-
derstands how to self-advocate for opportunities in the workplace.
Global/Intercultural Fluency: Value, respect, and learn from diverse cultures, races, ages, genders, sexual ori-
entations, and religions. The individual demonstrates openness, inclusiveness, sensitivity, and the ability to inter-
act respectfully with all people and understand individuals’ differences.
Career Readiness Competencies
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The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act Informational Guidelines
What is FERPA?
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 helps protect the privacy of student education records. The Act provides for the right to inspect and review education records, the right to seek to amend those records and to limit disclosure of information from the records. The intent of the legislation is to protect the rights of students and to ensure the privacy and accuracy of education records. The Act applies to all institutions that are the recipients of federal aid administered by the Secretary of Education.
What rights does FERPA afford students with respect to their education records?
* The right to inspect and review their education records within 45 days of the day the university receives a re-quest for access.
* The right to request an amendment to the student’s education records that the student believes are inaccurate or misleading.
* The right to consent to disclosures of personally identifiable information contained in the student’s education records, except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without consent.
* The right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education concerning alleged failures by the college to comply with the requirements of FERPA. The name and address of the Office that administers FERPA is:
Family Policy Compliance Office U.S. Department of Education 400 Maryland Ave., SW Washington, D.C. 20202-8520
How can parents/guardians receive access to a student’s education records?
In accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (20 U.S.C. §1232), University policy pro-hibits the release, to third parties, of non-directory information contained in a student’s educational records with-out the express written consent of the student or the request of a parent or guardian for information about a stu-dent who is their legal dependent for tax purposes. An exception to this policy is made when a student under the age of 21 is involved in alcohol or drug violations, medical emergencies, or violence-related incidents. In these cas-es, the parents or guardians are notified by the University. The request of a parent or guardian for information about a student who is their legal dependent for tax purposes takes precedence over the request of the depend-ent to withhold such information.
The forms for granting access to a parent(s) or guardian(s) are available online at: https://www.muskingum.edu/registrar/forms.
FERPA