CLASS OF 2022 PARENT/GUARDIAN GUIDEBOOK - FAIRFIELD UNIVERSITY
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CLASS OF 2022
PA R E N T/G UA R D I A N G U I D E B O O K
FA I R F I E L D U N I V E R S IT Y
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WELCOME TO FAIRFIELD UNIVERSITY
CONGRATULATIONS!
Congratulations and welcome to Fairfield University! The Parent/Guardian Guidebook has been designed to
simplify the next steps as your student transitions into college life. In this guide, you will find information about
getting started, academic support and resources, academic planning, student life and resources, and financial
planning. We hope this guide familiarizes you with the variety of experiences and resources students will
encounter at Fairfield University.
For more information, contact the
Office of Student Engagement at:
e-mail: orientation@fairfield.edu
phone: 203-254-4053
fax: 203-254-5565
website: fairfield.edu/orientation
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Tips for a Smooth Transition iv-vi
Departments and Services 1-20
The Academic & Career Development Center 1
Academic Support Programs 2
Academics/Majors/Course Schedules 3
Career, Leadership, and Professional Development 4
Athletics 7
Campus Ministry 8
Department of Public Safety 8
Student Conduct Code 9
Counseling and Psychological Services 9
Dining Services 10
Financial Aid, Billing, and Payment 11
Health Center 12
Information Technology Services (ITS4U Help Desk) 14
Mail Services 14
Mission and Identity 15
Office of Residence Life 15
StagCard Office 17
Office of Student Diversity & Multicultural Affairs 17
Office of Student Engagement 18
Office of Study Abroad 19
Transportation and Parking 20
Resources
Student Records, Grades, and Privacy 21
Webinar Series 21
College Lingo 22-23
Departmental Contacts 24
Academic Dean Contacts 25
Important University Dates 26
Campus Map 27
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Transitioning
Transitioning
TIPS FOR A SMOOTH TRANSITION TIPS FOR A SMOOTH TRANSITION
The transition to college life can sometimes be difficult • Encourage involvement with activities on campus. Strongly encourage students to meet with one of the resources below if they are experiencing challenges or if
for students and parents/guardians. There is more We want students to be involved in University they are seeking involvement.
expected of the students, which includes an increase opportunities while striking a balance with the
in academic difficulty from high school. The parent/ academic workload. Involvement in at least one Difficulty in Class Engagement Outside of the Classroom
guardian role is changing — moving from being co-curricular activity is an important way to • Professor of the class • New Student Leaders
directly involved to a more supportive role. Knowing meet new friends, relieve stress, assist students
• Academic Advisor • Peer Mediators
that this transition can be challenging for some in acclimating to the campus, and complete the
• Writing Center • Resident Assistant
students, we encourage parents/guardians to be both college experience.
supportive and empowering of their student(s). Here • Math Center • Peer Mentors
• Encourage your student to have healthy eating
are some tips that might help in the transition: • Department-sponsored tutoring • Office of Student Engagement
habits (don't forget breakfast!) and sleeping
• Students should be empowered to become more patterns. It's also recommended that students visit • Academic & Career Development Center • Campus Ministry
independent. Advocating for oneself is an important the newly renovated RecPlex. A great workout can • Student Diversity & Multicultural Affairs
part of being a college student and a young adult. Emotional/Adjustment Issues
do wonders for a student's mind, body, and spirit. • RecPlex
Try talking through the steps that your student • Counseling & Psychological Services
• Roommate issues may arise. It is important that
might take towards answering any questions or Athletics
students work these out without parents/guardians
solving a problem about a particular experience. Health Issues
or family members stepping in on their behalf. This • Club Sports
Then, let students take the responsibility for • Health Center
is one of the most valuable learning occurrences • Intramural Sports
following up.
that a student will experience. Advise them to
• Listen to their concerns. Sometimes students just Roommate Issues Performance Opportunities
seek support from Residence Life staff members,
need someone to listen, but it is important to let including Resident Assistants or Area Coordinators. • Resident Assistant • Glee Club
them find their own way. Be particularly aware • Area Coordinator
• Students are encouraged to meet with their • Orchestra
of stressful times in the academic calendar, often • Resident Jesuit
academic advisor early during their first semester. • Pep Band
around midterms and finals. It is helpful to minimize
This relationship will be instrumental in their • Peer Mediators • Dance Team/Ensemble
familial obligations during these times.
academic, career, and personal exploration while at
• Theatre
• Allow students to make their own decisions. Be Fairfield University and beyond.
supportive even if the end result may not be
ideal. Offer advice and encourage them to gather
as much information as possible to make an
appropriate decision.
• Give them their space. Many aspects of college
life are new and require learning and adjustments
by students, such as knowing how to contact
professors and faculty advisors, getting to know
their roommate and the culture of the campus.
Open and regular communication is important,
but be sure to give them room to explore and
become familiar with the many facets of their
new surroundings. Students may experience
homesickness early on, and ongoing support is
important as they continue to realize their freedom
and independence. Encourage the use of resources
on campus to support them, such as Resident
Assistants, New Student Leaders, faculty and staff,
and faculty advisors.
• Send care packages! Each student has a campus
mailbox and parents/guardians can send a card or
package any time throughout the semester.
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Transitioning
HOW YOU CAN HELP DEPARTMENTS & SERVICES
Issue How Parent/Guardian(s) Support Staff Resources
Can Help
THE ACADEMIC & CAREER Accessibility
Departments/Services
Coping with Keep in touch with your student Resident Assistants/Commuter Residence Life DEVELOPMENT CENTER Fairfield University is committed to providing qualified
Stress Peer Assistants
Ask them if they are seeking Student Engagement Aloysius P. Kelley Center students with disabilities an equal opportunity to
support from campus resources Area Coordinators
Counseling & Psychological 203-254-4081 access the benefits, rights, and privileges of its
Encourage them to see a New Student Leaders Services acdc@fairfield.edu services, programs and activities in an accessible
therapist
Community Associates Academic & Career fairfield.edu/acdc setting. In compliance with Section 504 of the
Development Center Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities
Counselors
The Academic & Career Development Center serves Act, and applicable state law, the University provides
Fairfield University students seeking academic and reasonable accommodations to reduce the impact
Time Encourage students to: Resident Assistants/Commuter Tutoring vocational support services through comprehensive of disabilities on academic functioning or upon other
Management Have a planner Peer Assistants programming and resources. This integrated approach major life activities.
Project Excel
Map out their papers and tests Area Coordinators addresses the diverse developmental stages of a The Academic & Career Development Center
Academic & Career
ahead of time New Student Leaders Development Center
student’s academic career and positions Fairfield is responsible for evaluating and coordinating
Talk to their professors University as a leader in providing tailored services appropriate academic and campus life
Community Associates
Seek out campus resources supporting personal development, academic accommodations for students with disabilities.
Professors excellence, and career readiness. The distinctiveness
Go to the library Students seeking accommodations because of a
Attend “Time Flies” workshop of this holistic approach is grounded in our Catholic, disability or temporary impairment must contact the
Jesuit mission and supports a transformative learning Academic & Career Development Center as early as
Homesickness Encourage them to get involved Resident Assistants Campus Ministry experience.
in co-curricular activities possible in the semester to complete the registration
New Student Leaders Residence Life
process. Once a student with a disability has registered
Ask them if they have spoken Academic Support and Advisement
Community Associates Student Engagement and has been approved for accommodations,
to their New Student Leader or
Resident Assistant Jesuits Club Sports and Intramurals The Academic & Career Development Center provides the student is responsible for providing their
Attend Alumni & Family RecPlex for intramural sports individual and group services aimed at facilitating accommodation letter to each of their professors.
Weekend or working out student transition and increasing student engagement Students with accommodations are encouraged to set
Encourage them to spend time Counseling & Psychological and academic success. The Center supports a strong up a meeting with their professors at the beginning
on campus until Columbus Day/ Services faculty advising model with supplemental resources of the semester to discuss how their accommodations
Fall Break weekend aimed at elevating the importance of student will be implemented. If a student with a disability
Keeping Up Encourage students to: Resident Assistants/Commuter Tutoring mentoring and advising. Services are provided for feels discriminated against or feels that they have
with Classes Peer Assistants first-year students transitioning to Fairfield University, been denied appropriate accommodations, they
Have a planner Project Excel
Area Coordinators undergraduate students who are undeclared, changing are encouraged to review the University’s disability
Map out their papers and tests Academic & Career
ahead of time New Student Leaders Development Center majors and/or schools and students seeking additional grievance procedure located in the Students with
Talk to their professors Community Associates guidance as they develop their academic and Disabilities section of the Student Handbook. Students
professional goals. The Center supports and monitors can also contact the Academic & Career Development
Seek out campus resources Professors
students’ academic progress, offers tutorial programs Center to learn more about the disability grievance
Go to the library Academic Advisors
and learning support resources, and coordinates with procedure.
Form study groups faculty advisors, deans’ offices, and campus resources It is important to note that the University will not alter
Managing Encourage students to: Area Coordinators Financial Aid has a list of work to assist students in achieving academic success. Using the essential elements of its courses or programs.
Finances study and non-work study a holistic advising model, the staff assists students to
Find an on-campus job, work New Student Leaders
opportunities
study or non-work study meet their academic, personal, and professional goals
Community Associates How does a student seek accommodations?
QuadJobs.com through comprehensive and integrated academic
Review their banks statements
Resident Assistants/Commuter If a student with a disability would like to be
regularly Job Postings Board in the support services and resources.
Peer Assistants
Barone Campus Center (BCC) considered for accommodations, the student
Educate them on the
importance of managing their Visit Stags4Hire via fairfield.edu must make this request in writing and send the
credit score search engine supporting documentation to the Academic &
Career Development Center. This should be done
prior to the start of the academic semester and is
strictly voluntary. The form is located via their first-
year on-line checklist. Therefore, if a student with a
disability chooses not to self-identify and provide the
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DEPARTMENTS & SERVICES DEPARTMENTS & SERVICES
necessary documentation, accommodations need not Potential participants are students who are currently Bannow Science Center success and retention, and promotes community
be provided. All information concerning disabilities enrolled at Fairfield University or have been accepted The Rudolph F. Bannow Science Center houses based on academics. Cornerstone courses facilitate
is confidential and will be shared only in accordance for enrollment for the subsequent semester. Select advanced instructional and research facilities that faculty and student interaction around scholarly
Departments/Services
Departments/Services
to prescribed regulations. Fairfield University uses incoming first-year students begin working with foster the development of science and engineering and creative inquiry, foster active and collaborative
the guidelines recommended by Connecticut Project Excel through their participation in Academic learning communities, engage students in experiential learning, and connect students to enriching
Association on Higher Education and Disability (CT Immersion, an intensive credit-bearing summer bridge learning, and invite collaborative faculty and student educational experiences across the curriculum.
AHEAD) to determine disabilities and reasonable program, prior to their first semester at the University. research in biology, chemistry, computer science,
accommodations. Other participants are enrolled into the program engineering, mathematics, physics, and psychology. What if my student wants to change their schedule
during the academic year. after Orientation?
Project Excel Culpeper Language Resource Center Only essential schedule changes will be completed
Project Excel is a TRiO Student Support Services (SSS) ACADEMIC SUPPORT PROGRAMS The Charles E. Culpeper Language Resource during the summer months, (e.g., necessary changes
Program funded by the Department of Education for Center, located in Canisius 207, is designed to due to scores/grades from Advanced Placement,
first-generation college students, students whose Academic Skills Development and Tutoring support and promote the study and instruction International Baccalaureate (IB), or college courses
families meet the federal guidelines for income, or of foreign languages and their cultures. Students taken while in high school). In all cases, students
The Academic & Career Development Center offers
individuals with disabilities. The program’s overall work interactively with computers and web-based will be notified via University email or by telephone.
individual sessions and group workshops on academic
objectives are to increase and support the retention materials, allowing them to take ownership of their First-year students will have an opportunity to change
skills development and learning support resources.
of participants, ensure that participants are in good learning experience and become lifelong learners. We their academic schedule September 4-10 during the
The Center also manages the tutoring program
academic standing at the University, and to have provide one-on-one assistance in finding materials and designated Add/Drop period. Representatives of
and recruits students who are proficient in their major
participants graduate in a timely way. Project Excel accessing the online components of language courses. the Academic & Career Development Center and the
concentration and/or other subjects and trains them
works to accomplish its objectives by providing an academic deans’ offices will be available to assist
to serve as peer tutors. Peer tutoring is group based,
array of support services including academic advising Math Center first-year students with schedule changes during this
free of charge, and open to all students. Additional
and mentorship, academic tutoring, assistance with period.
tutoring services are available through the University's The Math Center, located in Bannow 122, offers free
financial aid and scholarship searches, financial aid
individual schools in select subject areas. tutoring for core mathematics courses, including
and economic literacy education, and graduate and What if my first-year student does not have a
professional school planning assistance. pre-calculus, calculus I and II, and statistics. This is
declared major?
provided via individual and small group tutoring
sessions. For more information or to schedule an Many first- and second-year students are undeclared,
appointment, please visit fairfield.edu/mathcenter. and the University's Core curriculum is designed
to support a process of academic exploration. In
Writing Center addition to a student’s faculty advisor, the Academic
& Career Development Center supports students who
The Writing Center, located on the lower level of the are undeclared or changing majors and/or schools,
DiMenna-Nyselius Library, offers writing assistance and and assists students to make a successful transition
resources to all students. Tutors work with students on to a declared program of study. Through individual
any writing project and at any stage of the project's advisement sessions and self-assessments aimed at
development. For more information or to schedule an fostering greater self-awareness, the Center helps
appointment, please visit fairfield.edu/writingcenter. students move purposefully and successfully toward
graduation.
ACADEMICS/MAJORS/COURSE
SCHEDULES What if my student is struggling in a class?
There are many resources for students who may be
Cornerstone Courses experiencing academic difficulty. Peer tutoring is
The Cornerstone Program accelerates and intensifies available through the Academic & Career Development
the academic engagement of undergraduate first- Center as well as various departments. Students are
year students into the living and learning community encouraged to utilize the Writing Center, Math Center,
of Fairfield University. The program promotes active and the resources available in the DiMenna-Nyselius
and collaborative learning with peers and greater Library. Students may also schedule an appointment to
interaction with faculty in the first semester of meet with a representative of the Academic & Career
college. Through foundational core and major courses, Development Center or the appropriate academic
the Cornerstone Program bolsters the intellectual dean’s office.
experience, positively impacts students' academic
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DEPARTMENTS & SERVICES DEPARTMENTS & SERVICES
CAREER, LEADERSHIP, AND applied to students’ current roles, civic life, and their • Work toward a leadership role in a club or
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT future careers. Students who enroll in these programs organization. Consider a role as a Resident
Aloysius P. Kelley, S.J. Center have immediate, hands-on opportunities to put into Assistant, New Student Leader, Eucharistic Minister,
Departments/Services
Departments/Services
203-254-4000, ext. 2150 practice the leadership concepts they have learned. Career Peer Advisor, etc.
fairfield.edu/careerservices Students often practice these learned concepts • Start planning for internships. Career counselors
through leadership roles that are available during the and professors can assist students with this process.
Fairfield University is committed to helping course of their four years at Fairfield University. For • Log into Stags4Hire where students can find
undergraduate/graduate students and alumni first-year students, we offer leadership training in the internship and job listings as well as career-related
throughout their career development process. First Year Experience program during the fall semester events.
Comprehensive services are available through the and in the Redefining Leadership program in the
• Attend employer presentations and alumni panels
Academic & Career Development Center, including spring semester. Students who missed the opportunity
to start learning more about potential careers.
career counseling, career readiness programs, in their first year may take Redefining Leadership in
• Start networking. Sign up for the Fairfield Alumni
leadership and professional development offerings, the fall of future years. Upon completion students are
Network (FAN) and create a LinkedIn profile.
and on- and off-campus recruiting opportunities. then eligible for a seminar called “Living Leadership” in
Meet with a career counselor to receive important
future semesters.
networking tips.
What types of career services does the Academic &
Will my student have an academic advisor and how Is there a career timeline students should follow to
Career Development Center offer? Junior Year
will they be assigned? be on track for graduation?
Career services are available to all students and • Career counselors can review students’ resumes to
Every student is assigned a faculty advisor. If a student
alumni. The staff holds personalized one-on-one career develop them further and add summer activities.
has a declared major, a faculty member within the First-Year Students
counseling sessions and workshops on resume writing, Remove high school activities from resumes.
department will serve as faculty advisor. If a student • Make an appointment to meet with a career
interviewing skills, professionalism, making the most • Consider doing an internship for-credit during
is undeclared, a faculty member within the student’s counselor to talk about goals, aspirations, and how
of career fairs, and more. The Strong Interest Inventory the academic year if it works with their academic
college/school will be assigned. Students may make to best plan the next four years.
and Myers-Briggs assessments are common tools schedule.
appointments with their advisor throughout the • Start working on a resume. Keep a record of all
used because they help clarify interests and validate • Sign up for Redefining Leadership in the fall if you
academic year to discuss academic planning and co- activities and accomplishments.
student career goals. The CliftonStrengths assessment missed it during the first year, or Living Leadership
curricular opportunities.
helps students better understand their natural talents • Get involved on campus. Join and participate in
if you completed it.
so that they can work on strengthening them during clubs, organizations, sports, and community service
What if my student has to withdraw from a course? • Upload a resume on Stags4Hire for summer
their college experience. These assessments can be opportunities.
internships. Internships are critical to students’
Students may request to withdraw from a course administered individually or in a group setting. The • Work toward a great GPA. If students are having
success.
prior to the designated course withdrawal deadline Center also coordinates Career and Internship Fairs, issues in a class, their first step should be talking
(Tuesday, November 13) if they are struggling in the • Develop a cover letter—a template can be found
Alumni Career Panels, Stags in the Field, Stags in the with their professor and utilizing academic
course, plan to change their major and no longer on the Academic & Career Development Center
City and many other opportunities for students. resources on campus.
need the course, or are concerned about their overall website.
The Academic & Career Development Center uses • Keep social media sites clean, professional, and
workload. Students are encouraged to discuss their • If planning on applying to a graduate/professional
Stags4Hire, a web-based career management system. set up with appropriate privacy filters. Potential
plans with their faculty advisor and must submit a school, begin to prepare for entrance tests such as
Students upload their resumes and cover letters to employers will Google applicants before an
course withdrawal request to the appropriate dean’s the GRE, GMAT, MCAT, LSAT, etc.
apply for positions electronically, and employers interview.
office or the Academic & Career Development Center. • Attend workshops sponsored by the Academic &
review the resumes and invite them to interview. The • Participate in Redefining Leadership during the
Students should consult with the Office of Financial Career Development Center.
Fairfield Alumni Network (FAN) provides access to spring semester.
Aid to discuss any potential implications as a result of • Sign up for Mock Interview Day.
a network of alumni who are interested in helping
a course withdrawal. • Participate in the Career and Internship Fairs.
students sort through career questions and perhaps Sophomore Year
network. • Consider taking one or both of the “self-assessment Students are encouraged to meet with the
What if my student wants to change or declare a inventories” such as the Myers-Briggs or the Strong employers and research companies they would like
major? Interest Inventory. These assessments can be helpful to intern with or work for in the future.
Do you offer leadership development opportunities?
Students may access a “Change of Major”or“Minor/ for students struggling to declare a major or not • Apply for the Winter Break Alumni Job Shadow
Yes, the Academic & Career Development Center
Concentration” form by visiting my.Fairfield sure what career path to pursue. Program for an opportunity to shadow an alumnus
sponsors numerous educational workshops,
and selecting the appropriate Registrar’s forms/ • Consider participating in Academic & Career in a desirable career field.
presentations, and programs for students to
documents. Students should plan to consult with the Development Center’s Sophomore Success program • Maintain a professional presence on social media
develop their personal leadership skills. Leadership
appropriate department chairperson, their academic to learn more about resumes, interview skills, and sites and be sure to use the appropriate privacy
Development Programs are designed to explore
dean’s office, and the Academic & Career Development more. settings. Employers will look at these sites during
how different leadership theories and models can be
Center. the hiring process.
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Senior Year • Continue networking using the Fairfield Alumni ATHLETICS & RECREATION
• Students should make an appointment with a career Network and LinkedIn. Walsh Athletic Center
services counselor in the fall semester and continue • Identify people who will be used as references. Ask 203-254-4130
Departments/Services
Departments/Services
to come into the Center throughout the year to them if they are willing to serve as a reference and fairfield.edu/athletics
discuss and strategize for post-graduation plans. give them a copy of the resume.
• Sign up for Living Leadership. • If students are applying to graduate school, the Leslie C. Quick, Jr. Recreation Complex
• Be proactive in the job, graduate school, or post- Academic & Career Development Center can Phone: 203-254-4141
grad service search and be aware of deadlines. critique their personal statement essay. fairfield.edu/recplex
Follow up on all of applications. • Attend the Senior Launch Series throughout the fall
Every student, whether on the field or in the stands,
• Attend the fall and spring Career and Internship and spring semesters.
is a Stag! Athletic camaraderie includes all those at
Fairs. • Continue to maintain a professional presence and
Fairfield who take part in athletics on the varsity or
• Apply for the Alumni Job Shadow Program in update security settings on social media sites.
intramural/club levels and who cheer on our teams at
the fall semester for an opportunity to shadow Employers will look at these sites during the hiring
hundreds of games every year.
an alumnus in a desirable career field over winter process.
break.
What kind of athletic and recreation programs does
• Ask a career counselor to critique updated resumes Does the Academic & Career Development Center
Fairfield offer?
and cover letters. have career fairs?
Varsity Sports
• Hone interviewing techniques by participating Yes, Fairfield has one career fair each semester on
The University sponsors 20 varsity sports, all of which
in mock interviews with a counselor and Mock campus. There are also many other career fairs around
compete in the NCAA’s Division I. The varsity program
Interview Day. the area that the Academic & Career Development
includes nine men’s sports (baseball, basketball, cross
• Read the Stags4Hire calendar daily and continue to Center encourages students to attend.
country, golf, lacrosse, rowing, soccer, swimming and
update resumes. diving, and tennis) and 11 women’s sports (basketball,
cross country, field hockey, golf, lacrosse, rowing,
soccer, softball, swimming and diving, tennis, and
volleyball).
Club Sports
The Department of Recreation coordinates a
comprehensive intramural sports program, sports
clubs, fitness classes, and other special events.
Currently, there are 19 club sports, including men’s and
women’s rugby, men’s ice hockey, equestrian, men’s
and women’s volleyball, skiing and snowboarding,
men’s and women’s soccer, men’s baseball, running,
sailing, men’s and women’s lacrosse, co-ed tennis, and
martial arts.
Intramural Sports
With full-season schedules and tournament-style
championships, intramurals include individual and
team sport competition. Programs typically offered
include flag football, outdoor soccer, volleyball,
basketball, indoor floor hockey, indoor soccer, lacrosse,
softball, racquetball, dodgeball, golf, and tennis.
Fairfield Fit Classes
Join us for Zumba, Barre, spin, boot camp, kickboxing
aerobics, body sculpting, pilates, yoga, and aqua
aerobics.
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DEPARTMENTS & SERVICES DEPARTMENTS & SERVICES
CAMPUS MINISTRY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY What is the LiveSafe app? challenges of each member of our community shape
Egan Chapel of St. Ignatius Loyola, First Floor Loyola Hall, Room 2 As the leading mobile safety communications Fairfield. Students are held accountable for their
203-254-4000 ext. 3405 203-254-4090 platform, LiveSafe provides users with the ability actions as a necessary part of our community life.
Departments/Services
Departments/Services
fairfield.edu/campusministry fairfield.edu/publicsafety to share information on concerning behavior or to
report safety hazards. Used by major corporations Will I as the parent/guardian be notified if my
Campus Ministry strives to be a home for students of and educational institutions to help keep students student violates the Student Conduct Code or other
all faith traditions who are interested in exploring and What services does the Department of Public Safety and employees safe, the LiveSafe platform focuses University policies?
enriching their spiritual lives. Rooted in the Catholic provide? on providing actionable crowd sourced intelligence The University encourages students to have an open
faith and steeped in the Jesuit tradition, Campus The Department of Public Safety provides 29 full- gathering for security officials. LiveSafe delivers dialogue with their families about their successes
Ministry is committed to the development of the whole time members, foot, vehicle and bicycle patrols, state two-way, real-time interactions that include and struggles at the University. There may be some
person and believes that a healthy spiritual life is an certified Emergency Medical Technicians, S.M.A.R.T. location-tagged texts, calls, photos, and videos. The instances when families are notified, but generally, the
essential element of the Fairfield University experience. (Sexual Misconduct and Assault Response Team), 24- convenience of using a smartphone to ask for help is responsibility is on the student to inform their parent/
hour Escort Service, and CPR and EMT-basic course a game-changing way to open up communication on guardian(s).
What types of programs are offered in Campus offerings. safety- and security-related concerns. Additionally,
Ministry? LiveSafe has the capability for scalable mass
notifications, relevant safety resources, and peer-to-
COUNSELING AND PSYCHOLOGICAL
Campus Ministry offers a wide variety of popular How safe is campus? How many crimes occur on
peer safety tools.
SERVICES
retreat programs, including first-year Escape, Kairos, campus?
John C. Dolan Hall, Room 120
Lenten Busy-Person, and 10-week Directed Prayer; The Campus Crime Report is available at fairfield.edu/ To download the new app or to learn more about
203-254-4000, ext. 2146
Musical, Eucharistic and Lector liturgical ministries; clery. The function of the Department of Public Safety LiveSafe, please visit livesafemobile.com.
fairfield.edu/cps
daily and weekly Masses, as well as other forms of is to ensure that the entire University community
prayer, including Eucharistic Adoration; and many stays as free as possible from crime. Officers prevent,
social justice programs of service and advocacy,
including Students for Social Justice (S4SJ) and
investigate, and report any violations of state or
federal law or of University regulations on campus.
Get the App What counseling and psychological services are
offered to students?
Students for Life. Download “LiveSafe” from Google
1
Play or the App Store. The University provides psychological counseling
When are Masses held? What happens if there is a hostage situation, fire,
to help facilitate students’ personal, social, and
explosion, hazardous material release, gas leak, 2 Register with your phone number.
Mass is held every Sunday at 11 a.m., 5 p.m., and 9 p.m. emotional growth. Licensed mental health providers,
bomb threat, violent intruder, weather emergencies, Search for & select Fairfield.
Mass is also held daily, Monday through Friday, at 3 including psychiatrists, assist students in negotiating
etc.? You’re set!
12:10 p.m. the challenges associated with a wide range of
Fairfield University’s Emergency Notification System issues including depression, anxiety, eating disorders,
In addition to a Jesuit priest and three Catholic
(ENS), StagAlert, permits the simultaneous distribution substance abuse, sexual assault, family problems,
lay ministers, the Campus Ministry team includes a
of broadcast emails, text messages, and voice relationship difficulties, and personal development. In
Catholic Permanent Deacon, a Protestant chaplain,
messages. The system is used to distribute emergency times of emergency, immediate services are available.
and a Muslim chaplain. Campus Ministry co-sponsors
notifications without delay in situations where a clear
a monthly Shabbat service as well as a weekly Muslim
and active threat or emergency exists that impacts Who is eligible for these services?
Juma service, along with interfaith Examen and STUDENT CONDUCT CODE
the community. Subsequent instructions may be
prayer services throughout the year. All students are Office of the Dean of Students Utilization of these services is limited to full-time
distributed, as appropriate, in response to the threat or
invited to participate in every program offered by Barone Campus Center, 4th Floor undergraduate students. Counseling & Psychological
emergency. Students sign-up to receive StagAlerts via
Campus Ministry. In addition, there are opportunities 203-254-4014 Services provides referrals to graduate or part-time
their first year on-line checklist.
for individual conversations, pastoral counseling, and fairfield.edu/studenthandbook students.
spiritual direction.
What campus safety systems are in place?
What service opportunities are offered by Campus Is there an additional charge for students using this
• Residence hall card access system Are there rules that students must follow at Fairfield? service?
Ministry?
• Emergency call box phone system Yes, the University has a Student Conduct Code, No, there are no additional charges for students
Campus Ministry is also home to many national and
• Closed circuit television system along with other University policies, that focus on engaging in individual or group counseling. However,
international volunteer programs, which take place
• Whistle defense program growth and development of our students. We consider meeting with a psychiatrist will be charged to
during the Christmas, spring, and summer breaks to
• Emergency Notification System a student’s experience inside and outside of the the student’s insurance, and the balance is the
places such as Los Angeles, Kentucky, New Mexico,
classroom as essential to our educational mission to responsibility of the student.
Ecuador, and Costa Rica. Service opportunities in • Crime prevention seminars, security bulletins, and
support their spiritual, moral, and social growth. Our
the area are available on a regular or one-time basis information via the campus television network
community holds high expectations of how we live
working with a large number of organizations.
and interact with one another, as the successes and
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DEPARTMENTS & SERVICES DEPARTMENTS & SERVICES
DINING SERVICES What meal options are available for commuter What about visitors? Where is more information about Fairfield University
Tully Dining Commons, Barone Campus Center students? Students are welcome to bring a friend or family Dining Services?
203-254-4055 Students who are classified by the Office of Residence member for any meal. Students can use guest meals, Online at fairfielddiningservices.com or by calling
Departments/Services
Departments/Services
fairfielddiningservices.com Life as commuters, residents of the townhouses cash, dining dollars, or StagBucks. Sample prices in 203-254-4055.
or apartments as juniors or seniors, or off-campus the new Tully Dining Commons include: Breakfast: $9,
More than 80% of Fairfield University undergraduates boarders may participate in one of the meal plans Brunch/Lunch: $13, Dinner: $15.
live on campus, so when a student is signed up for a below, as well as the 14, Unlimited, or 7 Meal Plans.
OFFICE OF FINANCIAL AID
meal plan, the chances of running into a few friends Participation in any meal plan is optional and the price What options are available for students with allergies Aloysius P. Kelley Center
at every meal are high! Students can choose from a is not included in the townhouse or apartment fees. or other special dietary needs? 203-254-4000, ext. 4125
variety of dining options and are encouraged to share fairfield.edu/finaid
45 Board Meals + 200 Dining Dollars Meal Plan is Although we do not use peanuts or tree nuts in any
their favorite recipes from home. Our goal is to provide $760 per Semester—This meal plan includes 45 total of the dishes prepared in the Main Dining Room, there
a wide and popular selection of menu items. We're committed to every aspect of your student's
meals in the Main Dining Room of the John A. Barone may be traces of nuts in some areas of the servery.
education—including helping you and them afford it.
Campus Center, along with 200 Dining Dollars for the The Tully features an allergy-free zone for students
How does a student decide which meal plan to Currently, 85% of our undergraduate students finance
semester. with allergies. It is imperative that students contact
choose? their education through a combination of scholarships,
65 Board Meals + 200 Dining Dollars Meal Plan is Dining Services, preferably before Orientation, at
grants, work-study, and loans. We realize that every
Fairfield University students living in one of the $1,040.00 per Semester—This meal plan includes 65 203-254-4055, to schedule a meeting to discuss
student has a unique set of circumstances, and we'll
University’s residence halls—70 McCormick Road, total meals in the Main Dining Room of the John A. eating habits and needs. Also, students with allergy
work with you one-on-one to do everything we can to
Campion, Claver, Faber, Gonzaga, Jogues, Kostka, Barone Campus Center, along with 200 Dining Dollars and special dietary needs must register with the
help you attend Fairfield.
Loyola, or Regis—are required to participate in a meal for the semester. Health Center at fairfield.edu/foodallergies.
plan. This year, the 14 Board Meals + 100 Dining Dollars
Is student financial aid automatically renewed
Meal Plan is the standard meal plan into which all Do Dining Dollars carry over to the next semester?
every year?
students are enrolled.
Dining Dollars, which may be used at any campus
Since family circumstances and demonstrated need
14 Board Meals + 100 Dining Dollars Meal Plan is dining facility, are NOT carried over from fall to spring
changes from year to year, families must reapply
$2,765.00 per semester—All residential students in the same academic year, nor do they carry over to
for financial aid every year by completing the Free
are automatically enrolled in this meal plan, which future academic years. There is no credit for unused
Application for Federal Student Aid (FASFA) and the
provides 14 meals per week in the Main Dining Room Dining Dollars. StagBucks, which may be purchased
College Scholarship Service (CSS) Profile. Students
of the John A. Barone Campus Center, along with as “add-on dollars” to be used after Dining Dollars are
receiving University grants or scholarships may only
100 Dining Dollars for the semester for discretionary exhausted, are accepted at all dining facilities and are
receive financial aid for eight consecutive semesters,
use in the Stag Snack Bar, Einstein Bros Bagels, or to valid until a student’s graduation or withdrawal from
provided they maintain eligibility.
purchase a Guest Meal in the Main Dining Room. the University.
Unlimited Meal Plan + 200 Dining Dollars is $3,350.00 StagBucks are accepted at the University Bookstore When are payments due for each semester?
per semester—The Unlimited Meal Plan is an offering and campus vending machines, and can also be used
Full payment for the fall semester is due on August 1
that enables participants to enter the Main Dining to pay for additional laundry cycles or print jobs once
and for the spring semester on January 1.
Room as many times as they want when the dining those allotments have been exhausted. Students can
room is open. The Unlimited Meal Plan also includes add StagBucks online at stagcardonline.com after they
Can families set up a tuition payment plan?
200 Dining Dollars for discretionary use in the Stag have opened an account at the Value Station next to
Snack Bar, Einstein Bros Bagels, or to purchase a Guest the ATM in the Barone Campus Center, over the phone For full-time Undergraduate students, the University
Meal in the Main Dining Room. by calling 203-254-4000 ext. 4009, or in person at offers the option to pay for the semester on a monthly
the StagCard office located in the Barone Campus basis via a payment plan administered by Tuition
7 Board Meals + 600 Dining Dollars Meal Plan is
Center. Management Systems (TMS). This semester-based
$3,185.00 per semester—This option is only available
plan allows you to spread the semester balance due
to juniors and seniors living in a residence hall. This
Can “meal swipes” be used in the Stag Snack Bar? over a five-month period.
plan provides 7 meals per week and 600 Dining
Dollars for discretionary use in the Stag Snack Bar, Yes, meal swipes may be used in the Stag Snack Bar The fall semester plan runs from June 1 to October 1.
Einstein Bros Bagels, or to purchase a Guest Meal in between 1-4 p.m. on certain items. The Stag Snack The deadline to enroll is August 1. The spring semester
the Main Dining Room. Bar also accepts Dining Dollars, StagBucks, credit/ plan runs from November 1 to March 1. The deadline to
debit cards, and cash. enroll is January 1.
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DEPARTMENTS & SERVICES DEPARTMENTS & SERVICES
Please Note: Plans do not automatically renew from students are automatically enrolled (and billed) each
one semester to another. You must sign-up each July, in its sponsored health insurance policy for the
semester for a new plan. There is an enrollment fee upcoming academic year. A $$2,161.00 charge for
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Departments/Services
per semester due upon sign-up. this policy appears on the domestic student's tuition
For additional information, please call Tuition bill. However, if the domestic student has access to
Management Services (TMS) toll free at 800-722-4867 comparable or better health insurance through other
(Monday – Friday, 8 a.m.–10 p.m. ET) or visit them means (e.g. parents' coverage), and does not wish
online at fairfield.afford.com. to be enrolled in the University sponsored plan, the
domestic student must complete an online waiver to
Are refunds available if a student is unable to provide proof of coverage. Students completing the
attend or complete a semester for which payment waiver annually to decline the University sponsored
has been made? plan will receive a full credit on their tuition bill.
Refunds as the result of an official withdrawal from the The deadline for waiving/declining the insurance is
University can be made and follow a strict schedule. August 2, 2018.
For answers to additional questions on financial aid, Full-time international students are enrolled in the
contact the Office of Financial Aid at 203-254-4000 University sponsored health insurance plan on a
ext. 4125 or finaid@fairfield.edu. For answers to mandatory basis and may not waive coverage.
additional questions on billing and payment, contact
the Office of the Bursar at 203-254-4000 ext. 2410, Will I be notified if my student is ill and goes to the
4102, 2236, 4191, or ebill@fairfield.edu. Health Center?
Any student over the age of 18 years is an adult and
is entitled to confidentiality protection under the law,
HEALTH CENTER therefore, all student encounters at the Health Center
John C. Dolan Hall, Room 141 fall under provider-patient confidentiality statutes.
203-254-4000, ext. 2241 That being said, the Health Center staff recognizes
fairfield.edu/healthcenter students may be inexperienced in navigating the a "Release of Health Information" form to sign to or injury visits; however, we often send students
healthcare system and making healthcare decisions. authorize disclosure of health information to parents/ out for further testing. Please educate your student
The Student Health Center is committed to providing We always encourage students to call their parent/ guardians. There are situations where the Student regarding how to utilize your particular health
accessible, culturally competent, and high quality guardian(s) for input at such times. We will only speak Health Center staff will contact the parents/guardians/ insurance plan effectively. For example, are certain
health care, guided by best practices to address with family members with the written consent of the emergency contacts directly (without a signed laboratories or pharmacies “in-network” and what is
the needs of mind, body, and spirit. The Student student. This consent remains in place only for the release) including: required by insurance to consult a medical specialist?
Health Center enhances the lives of our students by encounter at which it was signed.
If the student is a minor (in accordance with State If the insurance is an HMO or out of state plan, be sure
encouraging healthy lifestyle choices and promoting
and Federal laws) that it can be used in Fairfield, CT. If not, we suggest
personal responsibility for one's health and wellness What if my student signs a release of information that families purchase the Gallagher Student Health
through patient centered care and health education prior to coming to Fairfield University and files it with If the student is a danger to themselves or others
and Special Risk policy offered by the University as a
outreach. the Health Center? If the student's condition is critical to life safety supplement to insurance.
The Health Center requires that students sign a release After hours, an Area Coordinator from the Office If students take medications on a routine basis
Are health care services provided to students?
for each visit. Releases that are signed in advance can of Residence Life will make an attempt to contact parents/guardians should be sure they have a
Yes, the Student Health Center treats ill and injured be nullified at any time by the student. While this may a parent/guardian if a student is transported to the supply that will last until they come home or that
students. All full-time undergraduate students are be difficult for parents/guardians to understand, keep hospital by ambulance and the student is unable to they have a prescription on file at a local pharmacy.
eligible for services. There is no visit fee for eligible in mind that students are young adults and part of the make the call themselves. This is especially important for medications that
students. college experience is to learn to be responsible for are controlled substances. Please be aware that the
their own health. What should students bring with them to school to Health Center does not routinely prescribe narcotics,
What is the Student Health Insurance “Hard Waiver” care for their health? psychotropic medications, or ADD/ADHD medicines.
Policy? What about a medical emergency?
One of the most important things that the student Students should bring items that would usually
Fairfield University requires that all full-time domestic The Health Center staff encourages students to notify should bring is their insurance card. Encourage be in a medicine cabinet: a digital thermometer,
undergraduate students maintain or purchase a health parents/guardians of any medical emergency or students to carry this with them in case of emergency acetaminophen, ibuprofen, decongestants, antacids,
insurance policy. Under Fairfield University's "hard hospital visit. If a student is referred to the hospital and to bring it with them when they come to the band-aids, and first-aid supplies. Students with
waiver" program, full-time undergraduate domestic by Student Health Center staff, they are offered Health Center for a visit. There is no charge for illness prescription Attention Deficit Disorder medications or
prescription painkillers should bring a lock box.
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DEPARTMENTS & SERVICES DEPARTMENTS & SERVICES
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES What computer does my school recommend (i.e. What size packages can be mailed? MISSION AND IDENTITY
(ITS4U HELP DESK) School of Business?) From cell phones to futons – just about any size
DiMenna-Nyselius Library, Room 215 • Dolan School of Business: Windows (Business package can be accepted. What programs are offered that support the Ignatian
Departments/Services
Departments/Services
203-254-4069 Standard) mission and identity of Fairfield University?
fairfield.edu/its • School of Engineering: Windows What happens to the mail for students studying All programs and initiatives of the institution have the
• Media: Mac OS X abroad? Jesuit mission and ideals in the foundation. However,
What are the services provided by Information officers who collaborate on Jesuit mission initiatives
* For all other schools, there is generally no preference. All first-class mail is forwarded home on a weekly
Technology Services? work with different areas of the institution to design,
basis.
• Support – NetID assistance, network registration support, and create unique Ignatian experiences for
What is a NetID?
assistance for all devices, data backups and our students.
What happens to student mail during the summer?
transfers, computer performance evaluations. The NetID is a username (firstname.lastname for
Strengthening our commitment to our Jesuit and
students) used to log on to Fairfield University online All first-class USPS mail is forwarded home on a daily
• Repair/Remediation – Network connectivity issues, Catholic mission are well-established programs
resources. The NetID is to be used solely by the basis unless the student has made arrangements with
troubleshooting and hardware evaluation for and centers that, through lectures, workshops,
student. Parents/Guardians cannot request a NetID or the mailroom if they are staying on campus. UPS or
student computers, virus/malware remediation. publications and grant-funded activities, continually
request access to their student’s NetID account. FedEx cannot be forwarded according to their policy.
• Information – Hardware/software purchase propose questions of faith, reason, justice and beauty.
assistance, HP (Enterprise) and Apple computer The Center for Catholic Studies, and The Bennett
discounts and warranty services, wēpa wireless MAIL SERVICES Center for Judaic Studies offer lectures that bring
printing kiosks. students, faculty, and members of the general public
*P
lease note that these are only some of the services Do students get a mailbox number? into conversation on key issues. The Center for Faith &
offered by ITS to students at no charge. All undergraduate students have a mailbox. New Public Life supports both service learning as well as a
students are informed of their mailbox number during series of research projects that engage questions from
What operating systems are supported by the summer via email from orientation@fairfield.edu. food security to immigration. The Center for Ignatian
Information Technology Services? Spirituality presents the gift of Ignatian spirituality
Do students keep the same mailbox all four years? through programs, workshops, and opportunities
Information Technology Services (ITS) supports the
for individual direction. The breadth of Fairfield’s
following operating systems: Mac OS X 10.7 (Lion) or Yes, unless the student withdraws from the University. Catholic Jesuit mission is demonstrated in other
newer and Windows Vista or newer. Visit fairfield.edu/ If so, they must then re-apply for a mailbox upon initiatives as well, from the Sophomore Residential
wireless for operating system requirements to access returning. Colleges program to numerous initiatives that
the University network.
introduce our incoming students to Jesuit education.
Who signs the accountable mail? Finally, with offices in the Egan Chapel of St. Ignatius
What computers are supported by Information
The mailroom staff signs all accountable mail delivered Loyola, Campus Ministry supports the sacramental life
Technology Services?
by USPS, UPS, and FedEx. Email notifications are sent of the Catholic community, is home to chaplains from
All Apple and HP (Enterprise) computers and most to the student’s email address and notification slips are other faith traditions, and welcomes those exploring
other computers are supported by ITS, however also placed in student mailboxes when packages arrive faith through retreats and service projects.
support may be limited by manufacturer, hardware for them.
warranties, and unlicensed software. Inquire about
support for your student’s computer. OFFICE OF RESIDENCE LIFE
What is my student’s mailing address?
Barone Campus Center, Room 96
Student Name
Do you offer discounts on buying a computer? 203-254-4215
Box XXXX
fairfield.edu/reslife
Yes, students can buy any type of computer they like, Fairfield University
but if they buy an Apple or HP (Enterprise) computer 1073 North Benson Road
through ITS, they receive a discount and will receive Fairfield, CT 06824-5195 The residential experience is an integral part in the life
full support. Visit fairfield.edu/buyacomputer. of an undergraduate student at Fairfield University.
To expedite delivery, do NOT use the term 'P.O. Box.'
Living in a residence hall teaches and fosters a
Rather, use only 'Box.'
sense of shared and collective responsibility – to
oneself, roommate(s), floormates, and the campus
community. Residential living at Fairfield University is
an experience, where learning is continuous.
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