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KEY: 1. Best Hall of Science 11. Fabiani Hall 23. Moss Street Apartm
2. Jim and Joan Bock Center for 12. Fawick Hall 24. Moyer Apartments
Innovation and Biomedical Engineering 13. Ford Hall 25. Practice Fields
3. Bukoff Apartments 14. Forman Hall/Trine Welcome Center 26. Quest Hall
4. Keith E. Busse/Steel Dynamics Inc. 15. Ryan Tennis Center 27. Reiners Hall
Athletic and Recreation Center 16. Health Center/Campus Safety 28. Ryan Skywalk
5. Cameron Hall/Platt Hall 17. Hershey Hall/Ketner Sports Center 29. Seculoff Apartmen
6. Campus Operations 18. Ingledue Villas 30. Student Design Ce
7. Capri Hall 19. International House 31. Shambaugh Hall
8. Centennial Station 20. Rick L. and Vicki L. James University Center 32. Shive Field
9. Conrad Hall/Alwood Hall 21. Jannen Baseball Field 33. C.W. Sponsel Admi
10. The Depot Mexican Grill 22. Mattox Hall 34. SportONE/Parkview
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www.trine.edu Contact Information____________________ 7
Counseling Services___________________ 18
Fee Structure_________________________ 9
ments 35. T. Furth Center for Performing Arts
Financial Aid_________________________ 12
s 36. Taylor Hall of Humanities
Health Center________________________ 18
37. Thunder Ice Arena
38. Trine Guest Cottage International Services__________________ 21
39. Trine Villas The LINK____________________________ 11
40. University Center Apartments Parents Association___________________ 28
nts 41. Weaver Soccer Field Registrar____________________________ 22
enter 42. Widmann Hall Student Activities_____________________ 19
43. Wilson Apartments Student Organizations_________________ 20
44. MTI Center Student Services______________________ 14
inistration Center 45. Zollner Golf Course Student Success & Retention ___________ 21
w Softball Field 46. Fred Zollner Athletic Stadium and Metal Technology__________________________ 11
Technologies Health and Fitness Center Thunder 360°________________________ 20
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TRINE UNIVERSITY CALENDAR — MAIN CAMPUS
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2021–2022
JULY 1, 2021 – AUGUST 1, 2021
July 1 All loan applications due
(Stafford, Master Promissory Notes and Parent Plus)
Aug. 1 FALL BILLS DUE BY 4 p.m.
Student Account Agreement/Authorization Form due
Students living on campus will not be allowed to move into university housing if their bills are not paid.
FALL SEMESTER 2021
Aug. 23 Classes begin
Aug. 30 Last day to drop a class at 100 percent refund
Aug. 30 Last day to add a class
Sept. 6 Labor Day – no classes
Sept. 13 Last day to drop a class to receive a 50 percent refund
Oct. 15 Mid-term grade reports posted and mailed to first-year students
Oct. 18–19 Fall break – no classes
Nov. 17 Last day to drop a class - no refund
Nov. 24–26 Thanksgiving break – no classes
Dec. 10 Last day of classes
Dec. 13–18 Finals Week
Dec. 19–Jan. 9 No classes
Dec. 21 Grade reports posted and mailed to first-year students
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SPRING SEMESTER 2022
2021
Jan. 10 Spring
New and
classes
returning
beginstudent move-in
Returning: 8 a.m. / New: 12:00 p.m.
Jan. 17 Martin Luther King Jr. Day (no classes)
Jan. 11 Spring classes begin
Jan. 18 Last day to change meal plan
Jan. 18 Martin Luther King Jr. Day (no classes)
Jan. 18 Last day to add a class
Jan. 19 Last day to change meal plan
Jan. 18 Last day to drop a class at 100 percent refund
Jan. 19 Last day to add a class
Jan. 31 Last day to drop a class to receive 50 percent refund
Jan. 19 Last day to drop a class at 100 percent refund
Mar. 1 FAFSA - Trine University institutional priority filing deadline
Feb. 1 Last day to drop a class to receive 50 percent refund
Mar. 4 Mid-term grade reports posted and mailed to first-year students
Mar. 1 FAFSA - Trine University institutional priority filing deadline
March 7–11 Spring break – no classes
Mar. 5 Mid-term grade reports posted and mailed to first-year students
Apr. 13 Last day to drop a class - no refund
Mar. 5 Residence halls close at 7 p.m.
April 15 Good Friday – no classes (Residence halls remain open)
Mar. 8–12 Spring break – no classes
Apr. 29 Last day of classes
Mar. 14 Residence halls open at noon
May 2–7 Finals Week
April 2 Good Friday – no classes (Residence halls remain open)
May 7 Commencement
April 14 Last day to drop a class - no refund
May 10 Grade reports posted and mailed to first-year students
April 30 Last day of classes
May 3–8 Finals Week
May 7 Residence halls close at 10 a.m.
May 8 Commencement
May 11 Grade reports posted and mailed to first-year students
5WELCOME TO TRINE UNIVERSITY
At Trine we take great pride in who we are and in accomplishing our mission of preparing our
students to succeed, lead and serve. Our beautiful campus will be your home away from home for
the next four years, and we don’t take that responsibility lightly. Trine is a family and students are our
focus. We are committed to providing an extraordinary learning experience in a fun environment.
Over the last few years we have invested heavily in new and enhanced facilities to enrich your time
here at Trine. We are thrilled — and trust you will be too. There are a lot of interesting and amazing
things planned for our campus, and we hope that you will join in the pride and excitement.
As always, we remain committed to providing experienced professors, up-to-date classrooms and
well-stocked laboratories on our campus, where safety and caring are our priorities. Trine is a place
where lifelong friendships are formed and different cultures are explored. Trine is a place of higher
learning and fosters an environment that embraces and promotes diversity. I encourage you to take
advantage of the Trine Things* to make the most of your college experience! Get involved in clubs and organizations, compete on our
winning NCAA Division III or intramural athletic teams and learn about new subjects and ideas by way of free campus talks and events.
While college is definitely a thrilling, rewarding educational experience, it can also be a bit daunting. We encourage you to quickly ask
questions and seek assistance if needed. The Trine team of faculty, staff, coaches and advisors is here to be of service and partner with
you to make your time at Trine a successful one.
In addition, my door is always open.
Welcome to Trine University! We look forward to you being part of the family!
Earl D. Brooks II, Ph.D.
President
*It’s A Trine Thing. Defined: “It’s a Trine Thing sheds light on the Trine way, a level of quality and standard of excellence that goes above
and beyond. Trine Things are our values, traits and points of distinction, our qualities and characteristics that set us apart. When it comes
to our commitment to excellence and the Trine way, there’s no question... It’s a Trine Thing.”
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CONTACT INFORMATION Assistant Director of Financial Aid
Literacy and Student Retention
Assistant Director of Information Services
Patrick Ridout
BUSINESS OFFICE Beverly Coolman 260.665.4287
Forman Hall (located directly above 260.665.4116 ridoutp@trine.edu
Centennial Station) coolmanb@trine.edu
Information Services Associate
Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Financial Aid Counselor Renee VanWagner
Christine Reiniche 260.665.4282
Student Accounts Specialist 260-665-4610 vanwagnerr@trine.edu
Tim Fox reinichec@trine.edu
260.665.4106
foxt@trine.edu Financial Aid Counselor OFFICE OF STUDENT SERVICES
Kierra Joiner Rick L. and Vicki L. James
Senior Student Accounts Specialist University Center
260-665-4658
Tammy Steele Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
ksjoiner15@trine.edu
260.665.4292
steelet@trine.edu Dean of Students
STUDENT SUCCESS AND ENGAGEMENT Francisco Ortiz (Cisco)
Rick L. and Vicki L. James
CAREER CENTER University Center
260.665.4171
Rick L. & Vicki L. James University Center Ortizf@trine.edu
Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
across from the Bookstore Assistant Dean of Student Services
Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Assistant Vice President for Student Evan Gustin
Success & Engagement, Student and 260.665.4136
Allen School of Engineering and gustine@trine.edu
Parent Advocate
Technology Employment Specialist
John Milliken, J.D.
Terry Johnson Director of Counseling Services
260.665.4206
260.665.4124 Megan Cook
millikenj@trine.edu
johnsont@trine.edu 260.665.4172
Executive Director for Student Success & cookm@trine.edu
Jannen School of Arts and Sciences &
Retention, Student and Parent Advocate
Rinker-Ross School of Health Sciences Counselor
Deborah McHenry
Career Advisor Tom Cantrell
260.665.4509
Audrey Brooks 260.665.4183
mchenryd@trine.edu
260.665.4620 cantrellt@trine.edu
brooksa@trine.edu Director of Student Engagement,
Counselor
Academic Success Coach Program
Shelly Edwards
OFFICE OF FINANCIAL AID Coordinator, IGNITE / SURGE / SUMMER
260.665.4809
Forman Hall BRIDGE
edwardss@trine.edu
Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Jeremy Howard
260.665.4946 Director of Housing and Event Services
finaid@trine.edu
howardj@trine.edu Jennifer LaRose
Vice President for 260.665.4201
Director of Student Leadership
Enrollment Management larosej@trine.edu
Clare Danner
Kim Bennett 260.665.4147 Director of Residential and
260.665.4438 cadanner15@trine.edu Commuter Services
bennettk@trine.edu Angie Booth
Director of Student Activities
Executive Director of Financial Aid 260.665.4955
Christian Jones
VA Liason bootha@trine.edu
260.665.4173
Kelly McGuire cmjones14@trine.edu Director of Campus Safety
260.665.4130 Stuart Hamblen
mcguirek@trine.edu Director of Information Services
260.665.4543
Jill Noyes
Director of Financial Aid hamblens@trine.edu
260.665.4179
Kyle Aldrich noyesj@trine.edu Student Health Center Nurse Practitioner
260.665.4456 Peggy Schreiber, FNP-C
aldrichk@trine.edu Director of Accessibility Services, 260.665.4586
Academic Success Coach cameronmlp@trine.edu
Abby Salge, M.A.Ed
260.665.4590
salgea@trine.edu
7Student Health Center REGISTRAR’S OFFICE Executive Director of Enrollment
Administrative Assistant Forman Hall Kelly McGuire
Sara Szbuntschak Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. 260-665-4130
260.665.4601 mcguirek@trine.edu
Registrar
szebuntschaks@trine.edu
Debra Helmsing Director of Admission (Ohio)
Student Services Coordinator/ 260.665.4240 Logan Beck
Housing Assistant helmsingd@trine.edu 260-665-4762
Robyn Hinman beckl@trine.edu
Administrative Assistant
260.665.4168 Rae Henderson Director of Visitor Experience
hinmanr@trine.edu 260.665.4186 Cate Porter
hendersonr@trine.edu 260-665-4831
OFFICE OF INTERNATIONAL SERVICES Assistant Registrar
porterc@trine.edu
Shambaugh Hall Assistant Director of Admission
Lucretia Shank
Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Central Indiana)
260.665.4239
Office Manager shankl@trine.edu Natalie Woodley
Chandra Van Aken 260-665-4166
Associate Registrar woodleyn@trine.edu
vanakenc@trine.edu
Alison Rynearson
260.665.4959 Admission Counselor (Michigan)
260.665.4290
Assistant Vice President rynearsona@trine.edu Carly Baumgartner
International Services and 260-665-4137
Global Partnerships baumgartnerc@trine.edu
David Colbert
UC BOOKSTORE
Rick L. and Vicki L. James Admission Counselor (Northeast Indiana)
colbertd@trine.edu Mattie Long
University Center
260.665.4696 260-665-4651
Associate Director of REGULAR HOURS longm@trine.edu
Global Partnerships and Graduate School Monday–Thursday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission Counselor (Southern Indiana
Jenson Jiang Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and East Coast)
ljiang14@trine.edu Saturday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Michael Schroeder
260.665.4975 Hours may vary during special events 260-665-4234
and holidays. schroederm@trine.edu
Director International
Community Services SUMMER HOURS Admission Counselor (Northwest Indiana)
Mari McHenry Monday–Thursday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Ashley Summerfield
mchenrym@trine.edu Friday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. 260-665-4146
260.665.4630 Closed Saturday - Sunday summerfielda@trine.edu
Assistant Director Hours may vary during special events Regional Director of Admission - Illinois
International Admission and holidays. Alex Goplin
Srijana Sharma Store Manager 260-665-4605
sharmasrijana@trine.edu Steve Helm goplina@trine.edu
260.665.4869 260.665.4152 Senior Admission Coordinator
Assistant Director 0300mgr@follett.com Jodi Gardner
International Recruitment, Admission Assistant Store Manager 260-665-4829
William Reynolds Keith Didion gardnerj@trine.edu
reynoldsw@trine.edu 260.665.4151 Transfers:
260.665.4780 0300txt@follett.com
Director of Transfer Pathways
Assistant Director
and Evaluations
Global Partnerships and International OFFICE OF ADMISSION Renee Shipe
Admission Counselor Forman Hall
260.665.4241
Sarah Algaradi Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
shiper@trine.edu
algaradis@trine.edu admit@trine.edu 800.347.4878
260.665.4940 Assistant Director of Transfer Admission
Vice President of Enrollment
Hailey Dykstra
Find us on Facebook - TrineOIS Management
260-665-4424
Kim Bennett
dykstrah@trine.edu
260.665.4438
bennettk@trine.edu
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Dual Enrollment:
Director of Dual Enrollment and K-12 Partnerships
Nicholas Gray
260-665-4311
grayn@trine.edu
Assistant Director of Dual Enrollment
Graham Reeves
260-665-4665
reevesg@trine.edu
Coordinator of K-12 Partnerships, Dual Enrollment
Whitney Smith
260-665-4662
smithw@trine.edu
FEE STRUCTURE 2020–2021
Full-time standard undergraduate student tuition (12-18 credit hours)___________________________________________$16,825/semester
Full-time engineering tuition (12-18 credit hours)____________________________________________________________$18,350/semester
Part-time (1-11 credit hours) or Overload (19 or more credit hours) standard undergraduate tuition___________________$1,120/cr. hr.
Part-time (1-11 credit hours) or Overload (19 or more credit hours) engineering undergraduate tuition_________________$1,220/cr. hr.
Engineering/science fee (required for all engineering, science, and health science majors)___________________________$165/semester
Student fee___________________________________________________________________________________________$165/semester
Health and Wellness fee_________________________________________________________________________________$100/semester
Residence hall traditional (double room)___________________________________________________________________$2,665/semester
Apartment___________________________________________________________________________________________$3,450/semester
Villa (restrictions apply)_________________________________________________________________________________$3,850/semester
19-meal plan__________________________________________________________________________________________$2,400/semester
10-meal plan__________________________________________________________________________________________$2,140/semester
Villa/Commuter meal plan, 50 meals/semester (restrictions apply)_______________________________________________$420/semester
Parking permit ________________________________________________________________________________________$120/year
ADDITIONAL FEES
THAT MAY BE INCURRED:
Books
Course fees
Late fees
Other miscellaneous fees
9STUDENT ACCOUNTS PAYMENT OPTIONS
Student Accounts processes tuition billing, payments, and student • One-time payments using a credit/debit card are only accepted
refunds. Please go to trine.edu for additional information. online through myPortal.
• myPortal → Student → Student Account Center →
BILLING & DUE DATES Make A Payment
• Tuition, room and board (if applicable), fees and financial aid • Monthly payment plans are available through Nelnet for your
are billed to the student account each semester. Bills are mailed semester cost.
to students each semester, prior to the due date. Any changes/ • myPortal → Student → Student Account Center →
updates must be viewed on myPortal. REVISED BILLS WILL NOT Enroll in a Payment Plan
BE MAILED. Please allow up to two business days for revisions to
be reflected on myPortal. • Checks can be dropped off in the Office of Student Accounts or
mailed to: One University Ave., Angola IN 46703.
To view a bill, showing current/revised transactions:
• myPortal → Student → Student Account Center → REFUNDS
Course and Fee Statement → Generate → View
Students that have a credit on their student account (due to
To view your account history, showing ALL transactions on excess financial aid, overpayment, etc.) can purchase books/
your student account: required supplies at the Bookstore using that credit. Those eligible
• myPortal → Student → Student Account Center → to receive a refund due to a credit, can submit direct deposit
My Account Balances → View account details & history information on myPortal.
Fall 21-22 bills are due August 1st. Spring 21-22 bills are due •m
yPortal → Student → Student Account Center →
December 15th. Direct Deposit form → enter bank details
To ensure a smooth move-in for fall semester and transition into
spring semester, you must be sure that 1) your account is paid FERPA (FEDERAL EDUCATION RIGHTS AND PRIVACY ACT)
in full, 2) you have enough financial aid to cover the balance, or In accordance with federal law, once an individual reaches the
3) you are enrolled in the Nelnet plan by the due date. Students age of 18, all financial and academic records belong to him/her.
will not be allowed to move into University housing with an FERPA prohibits Trine University employees from speaking to
outstanding balance. In addition, outstanding balances could parents regarding a student’s financial or academic records unless
result in dropped classes, loss of the right to pre-register for a the student has provided written authorization. See additional
subsequent semester, or dismissal from the University. information under REGISTRAR on page 22.
A student’s account must be paid in full to receive a transcript
or diploma.
Dropping/adding courses may change the total amount due
for the semester. Once students have enrolled in classes, the
University assumes they are attending. Non-payment and/or
non-attendance does not constitute withdrawal from classes. To
officially withdraw from any or all classes, a student must notify
the Registrar’s Office in writing of the date on which he/she
intends to withdraw (the refund schedule for tuition, room and
board, etc. can be found online at trine.edu). Loss of financial aid
from federal, state, or institutional sources because of failure to
maintain satisfactory academic progress, withdrawal, dismissal
from the University, or any other reason prior to the end of an
academic semester will result in the student’s obligation to pay
the outstanding balance.
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CAREER CENTER SERVICES & RESOURCES
For more information, contact Terry Students have access to:
Johnson at johnsont@trine.edu or • Physical and virtual collections of books, journals, and media via
or 260.665.4124. the Research Hub or Research Guides.
• Other collections via the Interlibrary Loan, PALShare and
We strive to educate and empower Reciprocal Borrowing programs.
students while facilitating
opportunities to connect them with • Additional fiction and best sellers available through OverDrive.
alumni, employers, and friends for • Technology (laptops, cameras, camcorders, tripods, portable
advice, experiential learning, and projectors, screens and other items) via the loaner equipment
employment opportunities. program.
Students work with our team to... • Study and meeting spaces, including seven conference/study
rooms equipped with white boards, computers and projection
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etermine a major or career path systems.
• Work on a resume, cover letter, portfolio, or other career • Computing spaces – main floor lab of 20 desktop computers
documents with a digital classroom providing an additional 40 desktop
computers; second floor contributes 11 additional desktops.
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repare for a career fair or networking The computers on the second floor are equipped with cameras.
• S earch for a job • Printing and publishing spaces – black-and-white and color
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repare for an interview printing, laminating, copying, scanning, and faxing and, for
academic projects, poster/large format printing.
• Interviewing
• Expert staff that can provide assistance in use of its facilities,
• E valuate their online brand
resources and services –visit our service desk on the main floor,
• E valuate a job offer contact any of the librarians.
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lan for graduate school • Other departmental services and resources within the shared
Students should visit the Career Center well in advance of their space of the LINK include counseling services and Academic
part-time, internship, co-op or full-time job search. They can go Success and Engagement.
to trinecareers.org to see a schedule of events, access online
career resources, and search for employment opportunities using
the same username and password they use for myPortal. We
encourage students to visit the Career Center on the second floor TECHNOLOGY
of the University Center. For more information, please visit trine.edu/IT
STUDENT COMPUTERS
THE LINK • Trine University encourages students to bring their own
LIBRARY, INFORMATION, NETWORKING & KNOWLEDGE computer, mobile and gaming devices. Technology standards
www.trine.edu/academics/library and recommendations are designed to meet student needs and
can be found at trine.edu/IT.
For more information, contact librarians@trine.edu or
260.665.4161. • The University’s standard for new machines is Windows 10 or
Mac OS 10.14. This will be suitable for general academic needs.
LIBRARY & INFORMATION SERVICES • trine.edu/IT has links for laptop and desktop hardware
• L ocated in the Rick L. and Vicki L. James University Center, the recommendations. You can purchase discounted software at
LINK’s Sponsel Library provides access to books, journals, and trine.onthehub.com
media within its physical and virtual collections. Note: Check with your program Dean and/or Chair for specific
• The LINK is open 24/7 during the academic year, except during computer needs.
holidays and breaks.
NETWORK/WIRELESS ACCESS
POLICIES • Trine University has wireless available in all residential, academic
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current student ID serves as a library borrowing card with loan and administrative buildings. If students wish to connect a
and renewal periods of 60 days for books, 14 days for media, two computer to the network, instructions will be available during
hours for calculators, and seven days for loaner equipment. move-in day or you can visit trine.edu/IT.
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orrowers are responsible for lost and damaged items. Any • Trine University’s Wireless Networks are more secure than home
delinquencies (unreturned items, fines or fees) must be cleared and public networks. We recommend a Wi-Fi card or adapter that
prior to graduation. is “Dual Band”. These can be purchased in stores or online. We
11recommend wired connections at all times. Gaming devices will • Have a high school diploma or General Education Development
be required to be wired in the dorms. (GED) certificate, and have the ability to benefit from the course
• S tudents will be required to use up-to-date anti-virus software of study.
to access the university network and the Internet. University • Provide a valid and verifiable Social Security number or
recommended anti-virus software includes Symantec/Norton, otherwise be determined an eligible non-citizen.
McAfee, Sophos or many of the free security options like Avira or • Register with the Selective Service, if required.
Microsoft Defender.
• Be enrolled as a regular student working toward a degree in an
ONLINE SERVICES eligible program.
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uring orientation, students are introduced to the Trine • Be able to prove federal benefits have not been suspended or
University email system - Microsoft Outlook, which includes terminated as a result of a drug offense.
Office365 (including Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft • Be able to prove a previous federal educational loan is not in
PowerPoint, Microsoft Publisher, Microsoft Access and OneDrive). default; prove they do not owe a repayment on a previous
The web-based email can be accessed from any common web educational grant or loan; and prove they have not borrowed in
browser. excess of federal student loan limits.
• Trine University offers a student portal, myPortal, where students • Be determined to have a financial need according to the results
can check schedules, grades, student accounts and other from filing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
information. The website can be accessed from any web browser or renewal application.
at myportal.trine.edu.
• Make satisfactory academic progress according to the
• S tudents will also be introduced to the Learning Management university’s policy for financial aid eligibility. For the official SAP
System - Moodle - during orientation. Moodle is used to policy, see the Trine website.
distribute syllabi, assignments and quizzes, video capture and
• Complete the FAFSA annually.
assignments, and other information relating to a course.
STUDENT COMPUTER LABS STUDENT RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
All students who are attending Trine University may:
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cademic buildings throughout the campus house at least one
student computer lab where computers and specialized software • Apply for financial aid.
are made available for students. Students should check with • Receive financial aid information and counseling.
their dean and/or chair to determine which computer labs are
available and when. The LINK Digital Classroom in the University • Be considered for financial aid on a first-come, first-served basis.
Center is open to Trine students 24/7 during the school year. • Be notified of eligibility for financial aid.
• Be informed of the specific types of financial aid awarded, the
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES amount of each type, and the conditions necessary to renew
• I f a student has any technical Issue, IT Services is a readily each type.
available resource. IT Services is located in the lower level of • Review with the Office of Financial Aid how the aid award was
Best Hall. IT Services technicians are available during the school determined.
year from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Friday. Support is
available at trine.edu/IT, help@trine.edu or 260.665.4275. • Request additional review of the aid package by the Office of
Financial Aid.
OFFICE OF FINANCIAL AID All students who receive financial aid at Trine University are
responsible for:
For more information, contact the Office of Financial Aid at • Abiding by the policies and regulations of the university.
260.665.4158 or finaid@trine.edu.
• Informing the Office of Financial Aid of other financial aid
BASICS awards.
Trine University subscribes to the principle that the primary • Maintaining good academic progress by remaining in good
responsibility for the financing of a student’s education rests standing.
with students and their parents or guardians. The mission of the • Maintaining good social standing by avoiding social disciplinary
financial aid program is service-oriented and geared to providing sanctions.
access and choices for interested students. To accomplish
• Re-applying for financial aid by completing the FAFSA
its mission, Trine offers a variety of counseling and planning
application by the priority filling deadline annually.
programs for students with economic needs.
MYTRINEFA: ONLINE FINANCIAL AID ACCOUNT
AID ELIGIBILITY
To access the online system, visit mytrinefa.trine.edu (not
To be eligible for financial aid, a student must:
myPortal).
• Be a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen.
This site is a one-stop shop for all things related to student aid.
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On this site you may: STUDENT EMPLOYMENT (Federal Work-Study Program)
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heck the status of your financial aid application. Some students may receive Federal Work-Study (FWS) eligibility as
• View a list of documents we have received from you and a list of part of their Financial Aid Offer. The Federal Work Study Program
documents still outstanding is a federally funded self-help aid program designed to provide
work opportunities for students, enabling them to earn funds
• View and download forms needed to complete your financial for meeting educational expenses. In addition, it is possible for
aid file students to gain work experience in areas of academic and/or
• View your financial aid awards non-academic interest. Not every student will be eligible for FWS.
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heck the status of your student loans for the current year. It is Trine University’s policy that a student must be eligible for
FWS in order to work in an on-campus position. Students should
• Upload required documents/forms to the financial aid office. refer to their MyTrineFA account online to see if they qualify. Any
questions regarding the workstudy program can be emailed to
TYPES OF FINANCIAL AID workstudy@trine.edu.
Pell Grant (Federal) — A student may be enrolled full-time,
three-quarter time, half-time, less than half-time. It is dependent HOW TO FIND AN ON-CAMPUS JOB
upon the EFC and governmental regulations. • In August a packet of information with specifics will be mailed to
Frank O’Bannon Grant Program (State Grant) — An applicant those who qualify for FWS. .
must be an Indiana state resident, a full-time student and must • Part-time jobs will be posted online before classes start.
complete the FAFSA by April 15 yearly. This grant, like all other
state grants, is dependent upon EFC and may be applied toward • It is the student’s responsibility to make contact with the
tuition only. departments in which he or she is interested in working in order
to secure employment. The financial aid office does not assign
student jobs.
COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS
• When hired, supervisors will begin the authorization process,
Students receiving the Higher Education Award or Freedom of
which must be completed before students may work.
Choice Award must complete at least 30 credit hours annually to
remain eligible for the maximum award. A student who completes • Each part of the authorization process must be completed and
at least 24 credit hours annually will remain eligible for state aid approved by Human Resources prior to working. Students must
but will receive an amount less than a student who completes 30 present two original forms of ID to Human Resources before they
credit hours. 21st Century Scholars are required to earn at least will be allowed to work.
30 credit hours every year and complete requirements for the
College Scholar Success Program. More information is available at HOW TO APPLY FOR LOANS
in.gov/che. • Any new student to Trine University who plans to use their
Federal Work Study — This refers to money awarded and earned Federal Stafford Loan eligibility must complete the Federal
by working for the university. A student must have an enrollment Direct Stafford Master Promissory Note, Entrance Counseling
status of full-time (unless it is their graduating semester; then a and Informed Borrowing Confirmation. All forms are available at
student may be at least half-time) and show eligibility on their studentaid.gov. An FSA ID is required to login.
financial aid notification. Money comes to the student in the form Parents: If you plan to utilize the Federal Direct PLUS loan (only
of a paycheck and is not applied to the student’s account. available to parents of dependent students), three steps must
Direct Stafford Loan Program — Applicants must complete be completed. Log in to studentaid.gov and complete the PLUS
the FAFSA and meet basic eligibility requirements. A freshman request process. Parents must login as themselves using their
can receive $5,500/yr.; a sophomore can receive $6,500/yr.; and own FSA ID. A preliminary credit check will be conducted and you
a junior and senior can each receive $7,500/yr. These loans are will instantly be accepted or declined for this loan. If accepted,
federally funded and are available to students who are enrolled at you must complete the Direct Parent PLUS Master Promissory
least half-time. Note and Informed Borrowing Confirmation in order to borrow
Direct Subsidized Stafford Loan — The federal government the loan. Funds will not disburse until both steps are completed.
pays the interest on the student loan during enrollment. Eligibility Note: If you have borrowed a PLUS loan for the same student
is determined through federal need. within the previous year then you do not need to complete a new
Promissory Note however, you must still complete the Informed
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loan — This loan is the same as Borrowing Confirmation each year.
the Stafford subsidized except the student is responsible for the
interest, not the government, and it begins accruing immediately • If you are declined, your student automatically becomes eligible
after disbursement. for an additional Stafford Unsubsidized loan. Freshmen and
sophomores are eligible for an additional $4,000/year, and
Direct Parent Loan for Undergraduate Students (PLUS Loan) juniors and seniors are eligible for up to $5,000/year.
— This is a federal loan to parents of dependent undergraduate
students that can be used to help pay for educational costs.
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has been added to his/her financial aid offer and will be required OFFICE OF STUDENT SERVICES
to accept or decline the additional funding by accessing their For more information, contact
MyTrineFA account. These funds will not disburse to the student’s Robyn Hinman, Student Services
account until the additional loan amount has been accepted. Coordinator/Housing Assistant,
at hinmanr@trine.edu or
OPTIONS FOR PAYING YOUR BILL 260.665.4168.
• Cash payment The Office of Student Services
is comprised of counseling
• Tuition Management Systems (Payment Plan). Payment plan
services, residence life, housing,
information can be found at trine.afford.com or by contacting
and campus safety. It is on the
the business office at 260.665.4292.
second floor in the Rick L. and
• F ederal Direct Student Loan (subsidized/unsubsidized) [only Vicki L. James University Center.
covers up to yearly loan limits, typically not enough] The campus safety office is
• Federal Direct PLUS Loan (parents only) located on the first floor In the Rick L. and Vicki L. James University
Center. The Office of Student Services assists students from the
• Alternative/Private Educational Loan moment they arrive on campus and throughout their collegiate
For more information about student/parent educational loans experience. The Office of Student Services provides information,
visit trine.edu/loans. offers relationship-building opportunities, and ensures a safe and
cohesive living and learning environment.
DISBURSEMENT
Aid is credited to the student’s account within the first two weeks
of classes provided all documentation has been completed.
One-half of the year’s financial aid is disbursed per semester.
RESIDENCE LIFE
Loan amounts are credited to the student’s account only after For more information, contact
Trine has received the promissory note and entrance counseling Angie Booth, Director of
and the student has accepted the loan through his or her Residential & Commuter Services
MyTrineFA account. at: bootha@trine.edu or at
260-665-4955..
REFUND CALCULATION FOR WITHDRAWLS
RESIDENCE LIFE MISSION
• I f a student withdraws from all of their classes and his/her
financial aid package includes any federal or state aid, a refund AND STAFF
calculation will be performed to see if any funds are unearned The Trine University Residence
and must be returned. The refund calculation (R2T4) and Life department provides a
application is a complex process, and depends on many factors. residential experience that
If students would like information concerning refunds, or any promotes personal growth and development, social community,
specifics regarding the information presented above, please and support for achieving student success. Trine University’s
contact the Office of Financial Aid at 260.665.4116 or see our Residence Life staff is devoted to upholding the university’s
Withdraw and R2T4 Policy listed on trine.edu on the policies mission and to developing meaningful relationships with
webpage. residential students.
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efunds of federal aid are a separate calculation from the refund Student Resident Directors (RD) serve as a resource for providing
of charges under Trine University’s Student accounts office information, support students, supervise building operations, and
policies. provide emergency responses. Student Resident Assistants (RA)
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ny student who does not receive federal financial aid and is live on each floor in the residential buildings and are responsible
dismissed or suspended for cause of misconduct will not be for engaging students in campus life, social programming,
entitled to any refund. No refund is provided for fees, books and enforcing community and residential standards, and building
supplies, or other personal expenses. . community in the residence halls. The Residence Life Office
located in the Office of Student Services in the University Center.
RESIDENTIAL LIFE STANDARDS AND GUIDELINES
University housing provides a variety of social and learning
opportunities that support educational objectives and promote
the overall growth and development of students. The primary
challenge of living in university housing is to learn to live
with other students in a diverse setting. To have a successful
residential experience, respect and a commitment to certain
standards and responsibilities are essential. These standards
are based on respect for the rights of others. Every resident has
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the right to an environment conducive to academic pursuit and of financial aid, and it is recommended that the student continue
personal growth, the right to some measure of privacy, and the to complete the FAFSA.
right to belong to the community. Along with these rights are
responsibilities to oneself, to one’s roommate, to the residents MEAL PLANS
of the building, and to the other members of the university.
• All residential students are required to purchase a 10- or 19-meal
Roommates are encouraged to communicate with each other to
plan provided by Bon Appetit. Trine Villas or House residents
establish parameters regarding issues such as cleaning, sharing
are exempt from the meal plan requirement and may choose 50
of belongings, guests, and any other possible areas of concern.
meals a semester meal plan or decline a plan altogether.
Each room or suite is required to complete a roommate contract
at the beginning of every semester. Students are responsible • The 10 and 19 meals per week have an additional $75 flexible
for personal behavior in the residential facilities and are fully spending account per semester.
accountable for their actions. All who reside on campus are • Students commuting may choose to purchase a commuter, 50
responsible for knowing and adhering to our community and meals a semester, plan if desired.
residential standards and guidelines as found in the student
handbook. • The last day to decrease a meal plan for a full refund is one week
after the start day of classes for each semester. Students can
increase a meal plan at any time after these dates; however, the
cost will not be pro-rated. To change a meal plan, students must
HOUSING complete a meal plan request form available in student services
or contact the director of housing if prior to move-in weekend.
For more information, contact Jennifer LaRose, Director of
Housing and Event Services, at larosej@trine.edu or 260.665.4646.
ROOMMATE(S) AND HOUSING ASSIGNMENTS
HOUSING REQUIREMENTS • Students who have submitted the housing deposit (part of the
enrollment deposit) will receive an email regarding information
• Trine University students, are required to live on campus. on how to begin the housing process. Roommates are
Students who are married, responsible for a dependent child, encouraged to communicate with each other to start building a
living at home with a parent or guardian (within 50 miles of relationship and to establish parameters regarding issues such as
Angola), or 21 years of age on or before August 1, 2021, may be cleaning, sharing belongings, guests, etc.
waived from this requirement.
• Any student’s attempt to block, discourage or add undue
• S tudents with a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher who pressure to a roommate specifically assigned to a given space
have completed 60 credit hours and lived on campus for will receive disciplinary sanctions.
four semesters, may be approved to move into a University
recognized Sorority / Fraternity House or Christian Campus • Housing assignments are made according to space availability
House. and deposit date.
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housing deposit is required before arriving on campus. • In the event of a challenging situation, students may be moved
After the housing deposit has been received, the student will into an open bed immediately. The director of housing reserves
receive an email explaining how to log into Thunder Housing. the right of room assignment and of reassignment to any
Thunder Housing will include the housing application, meal available bed for the benefit of an individual student or group at
plan selections and the room and board contact. The residential any time during the semester or academic year.
room and board contract is binding for the entire academic year
and may not be broken at the end of Fall semester, unless ROOM FURNISHINGS
graduating from Trine University. Breaking the housing contract • All bedrooms are equipped with beds with twin extra-long
anytime during the academic year will result in forfeiture of the mattresses, dressers, desks, chairs, and an area for hanging
$150 Housing Deposit. Additionally, returning students who clothes. Mini-blinds are provided in each room. All apartment
cancel room and board contracts on or after August 1, 2020, living rooms and study areas are furnished. University furniture
will receive a cancellation charge of $1,500. No student may and furnishings may not be removed from students’ rooms or
move off campus without prior written approval from the Dean apartments.
of Students or Director of Housing. Students who fail to obtain
a proper contract release or provide false information, may be ROOM OCCUPANCY
required to pay room and board charges for the entire contract
term and may be subject to additional actions, up to and • Most rooms are double or triple occupancy.
including dismissal from Trine University. • The university reserves the right to assign rooms as needed
• S tudents should check with Financial Aid as eligibility may be to accommodate students. Some students may end up with a
affected by moving off campus. single room because a roommate decided not to attend Trine
University. If space is available, students in this situation may pay
• F alsification of housing arrangements may lead to expulsion a single-room fee and keep the double room or agree to make
from the university. The on-campus portion of the Trine the open bed available if another student needs to be assigned
University Merit Scholarship will be withdrawn once the student or reassigned to a room. All students with an open bed will be
is no longer an on-campus residential student; the academic considered when assigning or reassigning another
merit portion will remain. The student is still eligible for all types
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(sentimental or expensive) items at home.
student in order to make the best possible match based on living STUDENT IDENTIFICATION CARD
preferences indicated on the housing survey.
• A student ID card serves as student’s meal card. Students without
a student ID will not be permitted to eat in the dining room.
PERSONAL PROPERTY DAMAGE
• At no time is a student ID to be used by another student.
• Trine University is not responsible for damage or loss of personal
items. Many homeowner policies provide coverage for personal • A student’s first ID card is free, but $10 will be charged for a
belongings while living on campus. Please check with your replacement. A student must present the ID card for all academic
insurance agent to confirm whether personal belongings at transactions, such as registration, drop/add, to view records, etc.
school are covered in the unlikely event of fire, flood, water A student ID card also serves as a library card and meal card.
damage, theft, etc. • ESA/Service animals will be assigned a Trine Identification card.
PARKING POLICY SPECIAL DIET MEALS
• F reshmen are permitted to have vehicles on campus; however, Special diet meals are provided by the dining services for any
their parking areas are restricted. All cars that park on campus student on the meal plan. Advance notice is requested in order
are required to have a current parking decal. To register your to prepare the special diet meals. Please contact the Director of
vehicle and obtain a parking decal, go to permitsales.net/Trine. Housing if you need special nutritional requirements.
trine.edu/licenseplate
260.665.4316
Indiana Parents:
Help support the student scholarship
fund by purchasing a Trine license plate.
Accelerate with
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SUGGESTED ITEMS TO BRING THE FOLLOWING ITEMS ARE NOT PERMITTED IN
The following are recommended items to bring with you ON-CAMPUS HOUSING
for Trine Residential living. Space heaters/sunlamps/air conditioners
Pillow/Mattress pad/Sheets – twin extra-long Hot plates and other cooking equipment
Blanket/Comforter Camping stoves/indoor grills/gas grills/generators
Laundry bag/basket/Laundry detergent/Fabric Softener Toasters/deep fryers/rotisserie/toaster ovens/Instapots
Flip-flops for shower/Shower caddy/toiletries Firearms, knives and any other weapon
Hair dryer Toy realistic-looking firearms/weapons/knives
First aid kit/necessary medicines and prescriptions Illegal drugs or narcotics/alcohol
Mugs/bowls/flatware/napkins/paper plates Fireworks/matches or lighters
Cleaning supplies including toilet/shower cleaner if Candles/electric potpourri pots/incense/candle warmers
living in apartment/suite style housing
Waterbeds
Small vacuum/broom/dustpan/trash can/bags
Satellite dishes/network routers
Extension cords/charging cords/power strip/
flashlight/phone/phone charger Pets (except fish; tanks must be 10 gallons or less)
Posters/decorations/sturdy key ring Hoverboards
Sewing kit/hangers/alarm clock/small fan
Umbrella/rain jacket/winter jacket/waterproof boots
Water bottle/school supplies/backpack/book bag
Sports equipment
Optional items to consider
Microwave (small)
Refrigerator (3.5 cu. ft. or less)
Coffee pot
Bluetooth speaker / Television
Video game console
Personal computer/laptop
Bicycle
Skateboard
17HEALTH & WELLNESS SERVICES Shelly J. Edwards, Ms. Ed., LMFT
Licensed Marriage and Family
For more information, contact the Health Center at 260.665.4585. Therapist
edwardss@trine.edu
STUDENT HEALTH CENTER 260.665.4809
• Trine University has partnered with Cameron Memorial
Community Hospital for Trine’s Student Health Center on
campus. Conveniently located in Quest Hall, medical providers
can diagnose illnesses, prescribe medication, and administer
allergy immunotherapy. A certified nurse practitioner or
physician’s assistant is available Monday-Friday.
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ll Trine University undergraduate students pay a health
and wellness fee, which allows students to visit the clinic at • Many students find themselves struggling in the university
no charge. Some restrictions may apply. Private insurance environment whether from the transition to college as a
companies will not be billed. freshman or stress from trying to balance academics, time
management and emotional/relational challenges. Some are
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linic hours are Monday- Friday 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. able to problem solve with the support of friends and family
*Walk-ins are welcome; appointments are encouraged. and some need extra support and guidance. Sometimes, an
objective viewpoint can help put difficult issues into perspective
IMMUNIZATIONS so they become more manageable.
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ll incoming students are required to have an immunization • Trine University’s Counseling Services offer a means to enhance
record on file with the Student Health Center. Records must one’s ability to effectively cope with personal, social, educational
be submitted by the appropriate deadline for the enrollment and career issues. Students access counseling services for
semester. various reasons such as stress management, homesickness/
adjustment to college, relationship Issues, mood challenges, test
• I mmunization records may be faxed to the Health Center at anxiety and more.
260-995-7119 or emailed to Sara Szebuntschak, Student Health
Administrative Assistant at szebuntschaks@trine.edu • Length of services varies with the primary focus on a short-
term, solution focused treatment by a state-licensed clinician.
These therapeutic sessions are free and confidential and no
COUNSELING SERVICES information regarding treatment will be shared with other
Second Floor of LINK/University Center Building entities, including family or university personnel without the
Email: counseling@trine.edu written consent of the student receiving services.
• If a student is in need of more long term, intensive treatment
For more information, contact they may be referred to a professional in the community that will
Director of Counseling Services best meet their therapeutic and medical needs. The ultimate
Megan Cook, MSW, LCSW goal of Trine University’s Counseling Services Center is to assist
Licensed Clinical Social Worker students in achieving their academic goals, build meaningful
cookm@trine.edu connections as well as prepare for the future in the healthiest
260.665.4172 manner possible.
CAMPUS SAFETY
For more information, contact
Stuart Hamblen, director of campus
safety, at hamblens@trine.edu or
Tom Cantrell, Ms., Ed., LMHC
260-665-4543.
Licensed Mental Health Therapist
cantrellt@trine.edu Campus safety encompasses all
260.665.4183 campus protection including first
aid, CPR and emergency response
procedures. Campus Safety Officers
patrol campus using fully marked
Campus Safety cruisers, golf carts
and bicycle patrol units. Campus
safety Officers control and monitor
over 200 video surveillance cameras in and around our University
buildings. Safety Officers are easily Identifiable with the uniforms
they wear and the vehicles that they operate.
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ampus Safety Officers are on duty 24 hours a day, 365 days WRITING CENTER
a year and may be reached at 260-316-1877. Additionally, the
Campus Safety office at the UC is staffed with an officer 7 days a The Amy Salyer-Nicholls Writing Center assists students with
week from 6 am to 10 pm. writing, as well as help in using computers for research or
composition of a paper. The Writing Center is located on the first
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fficers are equipped with radios and smart phones and have floor of the LINK In the Rick L. and Vicki L. James University Center.
immediate communication with students as well as local
emergency services. MATH CENTER
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ampus Safety has also incorporated an emergency notification The Trine Math Center provides peer-tutoring services to assist
system that alerts students and staff through text, email and with math comprehension. Information is accessible through the
social media to campus emergencies. Additionally, the campus online Math Center Moodle Page, and peer tutors meet virtually
has nine emergency blue light stations that students can with students throughout the week.
activate, which dial directly into the 911 dispatch center and will
allow a dispatcher to communicate with the student instantly. ACCESSIBILITY SERVICES
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long with providing a safe environment for students, faculty, All students learn differently, and it is our goal at Trine to assist
staff and visitors, Campus Safety also provides other services, students in achieving success. If a student plans to request
such as jump starts, vehicle unlocks and courtesy rides for academic accommodations, he/she is required to meet with the
injured/disabled students and after hours from distant parking director of accessibility services to discuss their disability. In order
lots on campus. Campus Safety Officers also issue parking decals to formally request academic accommodations, students must
and enforce university parking regulations. complete an application and provide professional supportive
• Trine University complies with federal CLERY crime reporting documentation before accommodations can be implemented.
requirements. To obtain CLERY information, visit the Trine
University campus safety web page at trine.edu/campus safety. If ACADEMIC COACHING
you have additional Campus Safety questions please call anytime
Academic coaches are available to assist students with the
at our 24-hour number, 260-316-1877.
discovery and implementation of learning strategies, such as time
management, goal setting, test prep, note taking, etc., and with
accountability. Any student may request an academic coach at
STUDENT SUCCESS & ENGAGEMENT any time during the semester by contacting Academic Support.
For more information, contact Renee VanWagner, Information OTHER RESOURCES
Services Associate, at vanwagnerr@trine.edu or 260.665.4282
The Office of Academic Support offers advice, workshops and
Located in the LINK within the Rick L. and Vicki L. James University information related to college success. All students are invited
Center, the Department of Student Success & Engagement is your to sign up for an individual appointment or attend an academic
one-stop shop for student needs! We are comprised of academic success workshop during the school year.
support, academic advising, student activities, student leadership,
first-year experience, and student and parent advocacy.
ACADEMIC SUPPORT STUDENT ACTIVITIES
For more information, contact For more information, contact
Abby Salge, director of accessibility Christian Jones, Director of Student
services, at salgea@trine.edu, Activities, at cmjones14@trine.edu or
260.665.4590. Her office (227) 260.665.4173.
is located on the second floor of
the LINK in the Rick L. and Vicki L.
James University Center.
STUDY SESSIONS You may also contact Clare Danner,
Study Sessions are a free resource Director of Student Leadership,
available to all Trine students. at cadanner15@trine.edu or
Sessions are led by student leaders who have excelled in the 260.665.4147.
course in previous semesters. The goal of study sessions is to
strengthen the foundational knowledge of a course and find
new approaches to overcome complexities. Students can meet Think you are going to be bored?
with a study session leader at any stage in the learning process, Think again. At Trine, students will
whether being challenged by the material or just in need of some not have to look far for fun and
accountability and someone with whom to talk things through. entertainment.
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