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1 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS General Information .................. 4 Lycoming by the Numbers ............................................. 4 Homecoming .................................................................... 4 Family Weekend.............................................................. 4 Publications ..................................................................... 4 First Semester Adjustment Issues ............ 38 - 39 Directions and Maps .................40 Directions to Lycoming College ............................... 40 Campus Map................................................................. 40 Academic Calendar ............... 5 - 6 Fall Semester 2004 ........................................................ 5 Spring Semester 2005 ................................................... 6 Special Session 2005 ......................................................6 Local Community Information ...41 General Information ................................................... Entertainment and Culture ....................................... Safety ............................................................................ Public Transportation ................................................ Clubs and Organizations ...... 7 - 11 Service and Social ..................................................... 7 - 9 Social Greek .................................................................... 9 Academic Support ................................................... 9 - 10 Honor Societies ..................................................... 10 - 11 Directory of Area Businesses and Services ..................... 42 - 47 Academic Majors & Programs .. 11 Personnel Contact List ....... 12 - 15 Academic Affairs .......................................................... 12 Academic Departments ....................................... 12 - 13 Administrative Services ..................................... 13 - 15 Media Services ............................................................. 15 Frequently Asked Questions .. 16 - 38 Academics .............................................................. 16 - 17 Academic Advising ................................................ 17 - 18 Alcohol and Drug Issues .................................... 18 - 19 Athletics and Recreation .................................... 19 - 20 Career Services .................................................... 20 - 22 Community Service ...................................................... 22 Commuter Students .............................................. 22 - 23 Computers/Technology ........................................ 23 - 24 Counseling Services ............................................ 24 - 25 Cultural Diversity ......................................................... 25 Dining Services ..................................................... 26 - 27 Finances ......................................................................... 27 Fraternities and Sororities ................................ 27 - 28 Health Care ............................................................ 29 - 30 Mail Service .................................................................. 30 Personal Conduct.................................................. 30 - 31 Personal Emergencies ................................................ 31 Recreation .............................................................. 31 - 32 Residence Life ....................................................... 32 - 35 Safety and Security ............................................... 35 - 36 Student Activities .................................................. 36 - 37 Spirituality/Religion ........................................... 37 - 38 Television and Phone Service .................................... 38 Textbooks/Campus Store ............................................. 38 41 41 41 41 ` Banks ............................................................................ 42 Bed and Breakfasts .................................................... 42 Florists ................................................................... 42 - 43 Golf Courses ................................................................ 43 Hospitals/Medical Clinics ......................................... 43 Jewelers ........................................................................ 43 Libraries ....................................................................... 43 Lodging .................................................................. 43 - 44 Movie Theatres ............................................................ 44 Museums ...................................................................... 44 Pharmacies .................................................................. 44 Restaurants ........................................................... 44 - 46 Fine Dining .............................................................. 44 Casual Dining ................................................... 44 - 46 Fast Food .................................................................... 46 Pizza and Subs .......................................................... 46 Shopping ................................................................ 46 - 47 Men’s Clothing ......................................................... 46 Women’s Clothing ................................................... 46 Lycoming Mall Stores ...................................... 46 - 47 Theatres-Live Entertainment .................................... 47 Points of Interest......................................................... 47 3 GENERAL INFORMATION LYCOMING: YOU MADE A GREAT COLLEGE CHOICE 1500 students from 22 states and 12 foreign nations make Lycoming their home. 1150 live in 8 residence halls and 22 apartment units. There is 1 professor for every 13 students. There are 90 full-time professors who teach 3 courses each semester to an average class size of just 18. 92% of the professors have a Ph.D. or the highest degree offered in their field. Lycoming was founded in 1812, which makes us one of the 50 oldest colleges in America and 1 of the first to go co-educational. (Since 1848). 50% of the freshman class comes from the top 20% of their high school class. 1080 is the average SAT of incoming freshman and the middle 50% range of scores is 950-1200. There are 4000+ colleges and universities in the United States. Barron’s lists Lycoming as 1 of 300 colleges offering above average education at below average cost. The Templeton Foundation lists Lycoming as a “Character Building College” while Peterson’s included Lycoming in the latest edition of Competitive Colleges. Princeton Review recognized Lycoming as one of the best colleges in the Middle-Atlantic States and the Carnegie Foundation lists Lycoming as 1 of 213 authentic liberal arts colleges. At Lycoming, you can choose from over 700 courses in 32 majors. You can read 170,168 books in our library or over 950 periodicals. Plus, you can access our library 24 hours a day via the computer connection in your residence hall room. 83% of incoming freshmen return as sophomores. 70% will graduate. 96% will find a job or enter grad school within 6 months of graduation. HOMECOMING Friday – Sunday, September 17-19, 2004 Homecoming is one of the premier weekends at Lycoming College with hundreds of alumni returning to take part with our current students, in many exciting events and activities. 4 FAMILY WEEKEND Friday – Sunday, October 8-10, 2004 There is something for every member of your family to enjoy. Join your student in the classroom, then enjoy lunch in the cafeteria. Watch the Lycoming Football and Soccer teams take on MAC rivals, walk the quad, go on a tour of Downtown Williamsport, or take a paddle wheel boat ride down the Susquehanna River, or see a family movie. New students especially enjoy having their family on campus, so make arrangements to come to Lycoming for Family Weekend October 8-10. For a complete list of program and registration information, please visit http://www.lycoming.edu/alumni/fw/familyweekend.htm PUBLICATIONS The Lycourier: Campus Newspaper Families can keep up to date with the day-to-day happenings at Lycoming by subscribing to The Lycourier is a student run, bimonthly, award-winning college newspaper. The Lycourier publishes select articles from each edition on-line at www.lycoming.edu/orgs/lycourier/. Families can keep connected with the school and read about the big issues affecting campus by ordering a subscription to have The Lycourier delivered to your home. One year subscription: $20.00, Two year subscription: $30.00. To order your subscription contact Janice Ogurcak via phone at 570-321-4239, e-mail at [email protected] or mail at Janice Ogurcak, Campus Box 169, Lycoming College, Williamsport, PA 17701. The Arrow Yearbook Winner of the Showcase Award for Outstanding Achievement in Photo Journalism five of the past eight years, the Arrow Yearbook presents one year in the 190 year history of Lycoming College. The Arrow Yearbook is a great gift item for your student. The cost of the 2005 Arrow Yearbook is $50.00. A purchase order form is available in the Freshman Orientation Packet or the Yearbook can be ordered by contacting the Office of Student Programs via Phone at (570) 321-4118, via e-mail at [email protected] or through the mail at Arrow Yearbook, Campus Box 145, Lycoming College, Williamsport, PA 17701. Lycoming Magazine The Lycoming Magazine is produced quarterly and provides information about student activities, college projects, sports reviews, alumni news, class notes, faculty and student accomplishments and more. The magazine is published electronically and can be accessed at: http://www.lycoming.edu/whatsnew/magazine ACADEMIC CALENDAR LYCOMING COLLEGE ACADEMIC CALENDAR - 2004-05 FALL SEMESTER 2004 AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC 13 26 27 Fri. Thurs Fri 28 29 30 Sat Sun Mon 3 Fri 12 17-19 29 2 8 Sun. Fri-Sun Wed Sat Fri 8-10 11 15-17 18 18-22 23 1 3 13 17 17-19 23 Fri-Sun Mon Fri-Sun Mon Mon-Fri Sat Mon. Wed Sat Wed Wed-Fri Tues 25 28 29 10 12 13 17 Thu Sun Mon Fri Sun Mon Fri 20 Mon Orientation of New Faculty/Administration Freshman check-in; Residence Halls open 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. for freshmen "1st Weekend” begins: New Student Convocation 4:00 p.m. Residence Halls open for upper classes 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Upper class check?in Classes begin first period Drop/add period begins Drop/add period ends Last date to elect audit and pass/fail grades Hold for Admissions Open House Homecoming Weekend Last day to withdraw from first seven week courses Reserved for Admissions activity Last day for submission of final grades for courses for which Incomplete grades were recorded in Spring, May and Summer Terms 2004 Family Weekend Early Assessment Grades due - Web Advisor closes at noon Long Weekend Advisement/Phase I Registration for Spring '05 begins Drop/Add period for 2nd seven-week courses beginning this week Reserved for Admissions Open House Last day to withdraw from full semester courses Phase I Registration for Spring '05 ends Admissions Open House Last day to withdraw from second seven week courses Phase II Registration Thanksgiving recess begins 9:00 p.m. Residence Halls close 9:00 p.m. Thanksgiving Residence Halls open 10:00 a.m. Classes resume first period Classes end Christmas Candlelight Service Final examinations begin Semester ends 5:00 p.m. Residence Halls close 6:00 p.m. Spring semester bills are due Final grades due - Web Advisor closes at 1:00 pm 5 LYCOMING COLLEGE ACADEMIC CALENDAR - 2004-05 SPRING SEMESTER 2005 JAN FEB 9 10 Sun Mon 14 Fri 9 18 Wed Fri 21 25 Mon Fri MAR 6 7 7-11 8 9 21 23 25 27 APR 3 6 6-8 10 22 25 29 Sun Mon Mon-Fri Tues Wed Mon Wed Fri Sun Sun Wed Wed-Fri Sun Fri Mon Fri MAY 2 7 8 Mon Sat Sun MAY 8 9 10 Sun Mon Tues 25 30 3 Wed Mon Fri 5 6 Sun Mon 6-8 8 Mon-Wed Wed 16-17 27-28 27 4 8 Thurs-Fri Mon-Tues Mon Mon Fri 10 11 Sun Mon 13 Wed 1 12 Mon Fri 15 Mon Check-in; Residence Halls open at 10:00 a.m. Classes begin first period Drop/add period begins Drop/add period ends Last day to elect audit and pass/fail grades Last day to withdraw from first seven week courses Last day for submission of final grades for courses for which Incomplete grades were recorded in the Fall Semester 2004 Early Assessment Grades due - Web Advisor closes at noon Spring Break begins Residence Halls close 6:00 p.m. Residence Halls open at 10:00 a.m. Classes resume Drop/Add period for second seven-week courses beginning this week Fall '05 Enrollment Deposit due Advisement/Phase I Registration for Fall '05 begins Last day to withdraw from full semester courses Phase I Registration deadline for Fall '05 Good Friday – No classes, Administrative Offices close at noon Easter Accepted Students' Day Last day to withdraw from second seven week courses Phase II Registration Honors Convocation Classes end Final Examinations begin Semester ends 5:00 p.m. Residence Halls close 6:00 p.m. Final grades due - Web Advisor closes at 1:00pm Baccalaureate Commencement SPECIAL SESSIONS 2005 JUN JUL AUG 6 Residence Halls open 3:00 p.m. Classes begin for May Term Last day for drop/add for May Term Last day to elect audit and pass/fail grades for May Term Last day to withdraw from classes for May Term Memorial Day - no classes Term ends for May Term Residence Halls close at 4:00 p.m. Residence Halls open at 12:00 noon for Summer Session #1 May Term grades due - Web Advisor closes at 1:00pm Classes begin for Summer Session #1 th New Student Orientation 1 (6 is training) Last day for drop/add for Summer Session #1 Last day to elect audit and pass/fail grades for Summer Session #1 New Student Orientation 2 New Student Orientation 3 Last day to withdraw from classes for Summer Session #1 Independence Day celebrated Term ends for Summer Session #1 Residence Halls close for Summer Session #1 at 4:00 p.m. Residence Halls open for Summer Session #2 at 12:00 noon Summer Session #1 grades due - Web Advisor closes at 1:00pm Summer Session #2 classes begin Last day to drop/add for Summer Session #2 Last day to elect audit and pass/fail grades for Summer Session #2 Last day to withdraw from classes for Summer Session #2 Term ends for Session #2 Residence Halls close for Summer Session #2 at 4:00 p.m. Summer Session #2 grades due - Web Advisor closes at 1:00pm CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS The various student organizations existing at Lycoming College provide numerous opportunities for involvement and leadership. Students are expected to become contributors to campus life by actively involving themselves in student government, service and social organizations, academic clubs, and club sports. The clubs and organizations are sponsored by Student Senate of Lycoming College. The Office of Student Programs and Leadership Development staff advise student leaders and organizations in the development and promotion of student activities. Susan M. Jewell, Director of Student Programs and Leadership Development, Wertz Student Center, (570) 321- 4118, is available to provide further information. Service and Social Organizations Class Officers - Each of the four classes, Senior, Junior, Sophomore, Freshman, elect students to serve as their class officers. These students work in conjunction with student government to promote class unity and relay information pertinent to the members of their class. Amnesty International -The Lycoming College chapter supports the worldwide movement of fostering education for the preservation of human rights and social justice. Arrow (College Yearbook) - Staffed by students interested in editorial publishing, photo journalism, graphic arts, and creative writing. Best Buddies - The mission of Best Buddies is to enhance the lives of people with intellectual disabilities by providing opportunities for one-to-one friendships and integrated employment. Big Brothers/Big Sisters - The mission of Big Brothers/ Big Sisters is to provide a community resource for children at risk and in need of a positive role model to support their growth and development. Through one-toone matches, the Lycoming College student volunteers help these children enhance their self-esteem, personal safety and study skills, and set goals for the future. Black Student Union (BSU) - An organization established to expand the black awareness on campus. Thereby the goal is to extend the outreach to all students and faculty alike. This is an organization where students can go and discuss relevant issues of importance here at Lycoming. Campus Activities Board (CAB) - In cooperation with the Office of Student Programs and Leadership Development, the Campus Activities Board plans and implements student activities such as concerts, comedians, dinner theaters, movies and musical performances. Membership in CAB is open to all Lycoming College students. All active members have voting privileges within the organization. Commuter Student Organization (CSO) - Unifies and represents the commuter student population with student government. Identifies, publicizes, and fulfills the special needs of the commuter student. Creative Arts Society (CAS) - Serves as a social organization for students having an interest in creative arts (audio, visual, and performance). CAS sponsors trips to museums and performances. Membership is open to all students regardless of major/minor. Crew Club - Established for the purpose of developing athleticism, teamwork, leadership skills, and communication while maintaining the high standards of the sport of crew. Equestrian Club - A group of students interested in horseback riding and competition. All ability levels are welcomed to join. Fair Play Farm, Linden, PA, is our associating stable. FLOAT Tutoring Program - Creates an opportunity for college students to tutor and mentor children in grades 35 from Cochran Elementary School. An arts and crafts and sports component is also a part of the program. The program provides college students leadership skills and observation credit for those entering the teaching field. The program is held on Tuesdays from 4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Cheerleading - Members are selected yearly by try out to provide a cheer squad for Lycoming athletic events. Gays, Lesbians, Or Bisexuals and Allies at Lycoming (GLOBAL) - This organization provides a support structure and addresses the issues concerning gay, lesbian, and bisexual students and their allies. Circle K International - Exists to meet the personal needs of the individual collegian through the qualities of leadership, the rewards of service, and the unique spirit of friendship. Habitat for Humanity - The Lycoming College chapter of this ecumenical housing organization works in partnership with people in need to improve the conditions in which they are forced to live. 7 CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS Juggling Club - This organization teaches all who have an interest in juggling how to juggle. Membership includes students, faculty, and staff. The club owns a variety of juggling equipment available for student use. Leadership Education Advancement Project (LEAP) LEAP is designed to bring freshmen students together to simulate the workings of a student organization while learning valuable lifelong leadership skills. Membership is by application. Lycoming College Dance Program - Provides students of Lycoming College with an opportunity to meet new people and to develop their dance skills. The Dance Programs adds to the diversity of the arts as well as a means of exercise and enjoyment. Lycoming College Democrats - Works to promote student participation and interest in local, state, and national politics. The club’s primary background is the philosophy of the Democratic Party, but it encourages all students to learn more about leadership, volunteering, and voting. Members assist candidates, discuss issues, meet speakers, and work at convincing everyone on campus that participating in our community and government is important and fun. Lycoming College Republicans - Affiliated with the College Republicans of America, this organization works to further the ideals of the Republican Party while educating students about the political system. Lycoming College Roller Hockey - Strives to develop sportsmanship and team skills as well as to provide student participation in an athletic event. Lycoming College Shotokan Karate Club - The purpose of the Shotokan Karate club is to guide its members in the principles of character formation, etiquette, and mental improvement; including understanding of one's self through the teaching of Shotokan Karate. Lycoming Environmental Awareness Foundation (LEAF) LEAF promotes environmental awareness on the Lycoming College campus through the use of educational programs, local field activities, and outdoor recreation. Lycourier - The Lycourier student staff manages all aspects of the campus biweekly newspaper. Multicultural Awareness Group (MAG) - Serves to celebrate the cultural differences of Lycoming students. 8 Peer Counselors - Peer Counselors are specially trained students who provide informal counseling, mediation, or just someone safe with whom to talk. They are available to talk with about virtually anything. They won't tell you what to do; they'll help you sort out your options and decide what you want to do. Peer Counselors are trained and supervised by the campus Counseling & Wellness Center. Peer Ministry - is young adults helping young adults. Peer Ministers are students who share Faith and Friendship. As student leaders on campus the peer ministers engage in: Listening to others and self; Enlivening community; Articulating values and beliefs; Developing the spiritual; Experiencing life with compassion; Realizing visibility on campus. Pine Street Youth Church Organizations (PSYCOS) We are an organization of college volunteers that donates their time to helping Pine Street's Youth Group. We teach Bible lessons, take bowling trips, have had an 8 hour basketball marathon for a fundraiser, and do video scavenger hunts around town. Recreation Board of Lycoming College - An organization providing a recreational environment that will supplement the students' academic pursuit enabling them to achieve a healthier lifestyle and maximize their total college experience by planning programs for the Recreation Center. Religious Exploration At Lycoming (REAL) - We hope to educate ourselves and the campus about the many faith traditions in the Williamsport area by participating in various worship services and local religious events. We also meet weekly to discuss current issues in the faith community and learn the history of the faith communities surrounding this campus. We wish to learn why people believe what they do instead of telling people what to believe. Student Senate of Lycoming College (SSLC) - The Student Senate of Lycoming College (SSLC) is the official student governing body of the College. SSLC is the final, legitimate, and representative voice of the students and is recognized by the administration as the official voice of students. Student grievances, needs, and desires should be taken to SSLC for effective communication with the administration. A major function of SSLC is the appointment of student representatives to campus committees that play important roles in Lycoming policy making. SSLC meetings are held weekly in the Wertz Conference Room. SSLC maintains an office on the third floor of the Wertz Student Center. CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS Students Advocating Healthy Decisions (SAHD) - This organization strives to empower students to make healthy decisions and to promote awareness of a variety of campus issues. We are active in sponsoring fun activities on and off campus. United Campus Ministry - Supports activities of religious organizations, presents ecumenical services, offers social and recreational programs, and opportunities for service learning through which all persons can exercise their faith in community. Water Polo Club - Provides an opportunity for all Lycoming students to pursue an interest in the sport of water polo in a fun-filled, educational atmosphere. Wilderness Club - Develops wilderness skills in a variety of activities (skiing, canoeing, hiking, etc.) and educates students in the protection and conservation of the environment. WRLC 91.7FM - Campus radio station is staffed by students interested in radio broadcasting. Youth Leaders for Lyco - Established for the expressed purpose of developing leadership skills and awareness of social responsibilities encouraging students to participate in public affairs. Greek Social Organizations FRATERNITIES Kappa Delta Rho Lambda Chi Alpha Phi Kappa Psi Phi Mu Delta Tau Kappa Epsilon SORORITIES Alpha Rho Omega Alpha Sigma Tau Beta Phi Gamma Gamma Delta Sigma Greek letter organizations are an important part of the institution's commitment to student development. The goals of all five men's national fraternities and four women's sororities are to promote academics, fellowship, leadership development, group responsibility, and service to both the community and the campus. Involvement in Greek life is open to all students who meet the minimum GPA requirements, and who have been enrolled for one full semester. Greek organizations view recruitment as a yearlong process. Formal recruitment periods (Rush) are held each September and January. During the remainder of the year, Continuous Open Bidding (COB) is in effect. In COB, a Greek organization may officially extend an invitation for membership to interested individuals. For more information on how to join a Greek organization, please contact the Office of Student Programs and Leadership Development, [email protected] or call (570) 321-4118. Panhellenic Council - Serves as the women's governing body, consisting of women from all chapters, who govern the women's Greek system through policy and resolutions that affect Greek women. Interfraternity Council (IFC) - Serves as the men's governing body, consisting of men from all chapters, who govern the men's Greek system through policies and resolutions that affect Greek men. Greek Grand Council - Consists of all chapter, Interfraternity Council, and Panhellenic Council presidents who develop policies, plan events, and set goals which benefit the entire Greek System. Academic Support Organizations Accounting Society - The purpose of this organization is to generate interest in accounting and to create a liaison between students, faculty, and alumni to promote the professional social well-being of future accountants. Association for Computing Machinery, Lycoming College Student Chapter of the (ACM) This organization facilitates educational programming for students who have an interest in computer technology. Association of Mathematically Interested Students (AMIS) Provides social and academic programming for students to advance and diffuse knowledge of mathematical science and its applications. Chemistry Club - Promotes the science and study of chemistry while fostering social interaction among students and faculty. Club Franco - Provides a forum in the French language for all students and faculty. We are an academic organization that offers activities to promote the French language and Francophone culture. Criminal Justice Society - Organizes and implements social and intellectual campus programs which heighten the knowledge and understanding of the field of criminal justice. English Society - Enriches the College's humanities program, encourages interest in literature and in creative and professional writing, and supports students considering careers related to these interests. Lyco 2 - A student-run television club that works with the Communication Department to produce student productions shown on closed-circuit TV. 9 CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS Lycoming College Choir - Conducted by Dr. Fred Thayer, the Choir has been widely acclaimed as one of the finest college musical groups in the East. Since its inception in 1947, the Choir has presented concerts in every state east of the Mississippi River. They have toured abroad in Canada, England, Puerto Rico, Spain, Germany, Poland, and the Czech Republic. They have sung with the Gregg Smith Singers and Barry Manilow and appeared at the National Cathedral, the Washington Shrine, and St. Patrick's Cathedral in New York City. Lycoming College Concert Band - Is an ensemble of approximately 55 woodwind, brass, and percussion players. Membership is open to all students by audition. The repertoire includes a variety of music, from original wind band literature to lighter arrangements. During the year, the band performs five concerts on campus. The band also takes a brief tour at the end of spring semester. Concerts are free and open to the public. Lycoming College Education Association - Encourages student interest in the field of education, both on campus and in the community education system. National Broadcasting Society, The (NBS) - Open to all students with an interest in the communications field, this society offers leadership, community service, and philanthropic opportunities dealing with all forms of communications. Students will gain experience in print media, public speaking, and electronic media by participating in different events planned to educate students about communications' careers and help with job searches. As a member of The National Broadcasting Society, students may also be eligible to be a member of Alpha Epsilon Rho, the communications honor society. Philosophy Club - Offers the opportunity to discuss philosophical ideas in a respectful manner and enjoyable environment. Political Science Club - The purpose of the club is to encourage students' interest in the discipline of political science by offering students an opportunity to engage in politically related events. Pre-Health Society - Provides postgraduate information and materials for health care careers and sponsors lectures and social service programs pertaining to all areas of the health care industry. Pre-Law Society - Provides a source of information to meet the needs of students who are seriously considering legal careers. 10 Psychology Club - Encourages students' interest and scholarship in the field of psychology. Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) - This organization helps students understand how the military operates while teaching skills of leading and being led. Society of Physics Students - Advances and diffuses knowledge of the science of physics and its application to human welfare by promoting educational activities for students and recognizing students who have achieved high scholarship in physics. Sociology/Anthropology Society - Creates opportunities for students to explore all aspects of sociology and anthropology through guest lectures, career guidance, postgraduate information, and social activities. Spanish Club - Promotes the understanding of the cultural diversity of Spanish speaking countries. Honor Societies Alpha Epsilon Rho - Is a nationally-recognized honor society for students involved in communications. Alpha Phi Sigma (Gamma Alpha Chapter) - Is the only nationally-recognized honors society for criminal justice majors. Criminal justice graduate programs and better employers all recognize that membership in APS is restricted to students who have achieved high standards in academics in criminal justice. CJ majors and minors with a 3.0 GPA overall and 3.2 GPA in the major or minor are eligible to join. Alpha Psi Omega - Stimulates interest and provides rewards for participation in theatre activities. Students are eligible to join after obtaining "points" earned by contributing to the theatre program of the College. Beta Beta Beta - Functions as an honor and professional society for students who excel in the field of biological science. To join, students must complete at least 3 courses in biological science with an average "B" grade or better. Delta Mu Delta - Promotes higher scholarship in the field of business administration and recognizes those who achieve it. Gamma Sigma Alpha (Alpha Gamma Chapter) - Promotes intellectual interaction between Greek students and the academic community. Students must have a cumulative GPA of 3.50 and have completed 60 credits. CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS Gamma Sigma Epsilon - Honors students for scholastic achievement in chemistry. Phi Sigma Tau - Honors students for scholastic achievement in philosophy. Kappa Delta Pi - The Education Honor Society functions as a professional and honor society for students interested in the field of education. Pi Gamma Mu - Confers distinction for scholastic achievement in social sciences. Omicron Delta Epsilon - This economics honor society confers distinction for high scholastic achievements in economics by stimulating and promoting student interest in all aspects of economics. Members must be economics majors/minors who have junior status, completed twelve hours of economics, and maintained a B average. Phi Alpha Theta - Functions as an honor and professional society for students majoring in history. Phi Kappa Phi - The objective of this group is to promote the pursuit of excellence in all fields of higher education and to recognize outstanding achievement. Students must have a minimum Junior status and rank scholastically in the upper 5 percent of the class. Phi Sigma Iota - The Foreign Language Honor Society recognizes scholastic achievement in foreign languages. Pi Sigma Alpha - Honors students for scholastic achievement in political science. Psi Chi - Encourages, stimulates, and maintains excellence in the scholarship of psychology. Psychology majors or minors can become members after completing eight semester hours of psychology and achieving top 35% rank in their class. Sigma Pi Sigma - Recognizes the attainment of high scholarship and potential achievement in physics among outstanding students. Sigma Tau Delta - This international English society strives to promote interest in literature and the English language by fostering creative and critical writing skills and conferring distinction for high achievement. A candidate for membership must have a minimum of two college courses in English language or literature and hold a "B" average in those courses. Academic Departments, Majors, and Programs Lycoming offers baccalaureate degrees in 32 major areas of study. The College offeers two degrees: a Bachelor of Arts and a Bachelor of Science in Biology, Chemistry, and Computer Science Accounting - Financial Sciences - Management Actuarial Mathematics American Studies Archaeology and Culture of the Ancient Near East Art -Art History -Studio Art Astronomy Biology Business Administration - Finance - International - Management - Marketing Chemistry Communication -Corporate Communication -Electronic Media -Media Writing Computer Science Criminal Justice Economics - Managerial Education - Elementary - Secondary English - Creative Writing - Literature French German History International Studies Mathematics Music Philosophy Physics Political Science Pre-Health - Dentistry - Optometry - Medicine - Veterinary Pre-Law Pre-Ministry Psychology Religion Sociology-Anthropology -Human Services Perspective Spanish Theatre - Acting - Design/Tech - Directing Women's Studies 11 PERSONNEL CONTACT LIST The following list of faculty and administration has been developed to assist students and families find the person(s) who can best assist them. days a week. The operator can connect you to any office. College Switchboard ......................................... 570-321-4000 Emergency .......................................................... 570-321-4911 Mail should be addressed to the individual,and in care of Campus Box XXX, Lycoming College, Williamsport, PA 17701. The College switchboard is answered 24 hours a day 7 President of the College James Douthat - President Phone: 570-321-4101 Campus Box: 156 E-mail: [email protected] Academic Affairs Academic Advising Daniel Hartsock Phone: 570-321-4294 Campus Box: 144 E-mail: [email protected] Academic Resource Center Daniel Hartsock Phone: 570-321-4294 Campus Box: 144 E-mail: [email protected] Assistant Dean for Freshmen Regina Collins Phone: 570-321-4349 Campus Box: 153 E-mail: [email protected] Dean of the College John Piper Phone: 570-321-4038 E-mail: [email protected] Campus Box: 157 Institute for Management Studies Bruce Weaver Phone: 570-321-4168 Campus Box: 1 E-mail: [email protected] Snowden Library Janet Hurlbert Phone: 570-321-4087 Campus Box: 141 E-mail: [email protected] Academic Departments Accounting Donald Slocum - Chair Phone: 570-321-4381 Campus Box: 1 E-mail: [email protected] Art Amy Golahny - Chair Phone: 570-321-4241 Campus Box: 147 E-mail: [email protected] Astronomy/Physics Richard Erickson - Chair Phone: 570-321-4284 Campus Box: 3 E-mail: [email protected] Biology Michelle Briggs - Chair Phone: 570-321-4190 Campus Box: 152 E-mail: [email protected] Business Administration Fall - Bruce Weaver - Chair Phone 570-321-4168 E-mail: [email protected] Chemistry Charles Mahler - Chair Phone: 570-321-4351 Campus Box: 152 E-mail: [email protected] Communication Steve Koehn - Chair Phone: 570-321-4340 Campus Box: 169 E-mail: [email protected] Criminal Justice Timothy Carter - Chair Phone: 570-321-4202 E-mail: [email protected] 12 Campus Box: 2 PERSONNEL CONTACT LIST Economics Mehrdad Madresehee - Chair Phone: 570-321-4179 Campus Box: 1 E-mail: [email protected] Political Science Michael Roskin - Chair Phone: 570-321-4299 Campus Box: 3 E-mail: [email protected] Education Rachael Hungerford - Chair Phone: 570-321-4213 Campus Box: 22 E-mail: [email protected] Psychology Kurt Olsen - Chair Phone: 570-321-4164 E-mail: [email protected] English Sasha Feinstein - Chair Phone: 570-321-4279 Campus Box: 3 E-mail: [email protected] Religion Steve Johnson - Chair Phone: 570-321-4283 Campus Box: 3 E-mail: [email protected] Foreign Languages and Literature Garett Heysel - Chair Phone: 570-321-4211 Campus Box: 2 E-mail: [email protected] Sociology, Anthropology and Criminal Justice Stanley Wilk - Chair Phone: 570-321-4201 Campus Box: 2 E-mail: [email protected] History David Witwer - Chair Phone: 570-321-4162 Campus Box: 1 E-mail: [email protected] Theatre Jerry Allen - Chair Phone: 570-321-4132 E-mail: [email protected] Institute for Management Studies (IMS) H. Bruce Weaver - Chair Phone: 570-321-4168 Campus Box: 1 E-mail: [email protected] Mathematical Sciences Eileen Peluso - Chair Phone: 570-321-4135 Campus Box: 3 E-mail: [email protected] Music Gary Boerckel - Chair Phone: 570-321-4094 Campus Box: 148 E-mail: [email protected] Philosophy Owen Herring - Chair Phone: 570-321-4206 Campus Box: 2 E-mail: [email protected] Physical Education Deborah Holmes - Chair Phone: 570-321-4263 Campus Box: 143 E-mail: [email protected] Campus Box: 1 Campus Box: 73 Administrative Services Admissions James Spencer Phone: 570-321-4026 Campus Box: 164 E-mail: [email protected] Alumni and Parent Programs Katie Bell Phone: 570-321-4134 E-mail: [email protected] Campus Box: 165 Athletics Frank Girardi Phone: 570-321-4523 Campus Box: 143 E-mail: [email protected] Campus Ministry Marco Hunsberger - Campus Minister Sr. Catherine Ann Gilvary - Catholic Campus Minister Phone: 570-321-4065 Campus Box: 149 E-mail: [email protected] E-mail: [email protected] 13 PERSONNEL CONTACT LIST Campus Store Patricia Bausinger Phone: 570-321-4049 E-mail: [email protected] Career Development Center Jerry Falco Phone: 570-321-4034 E-mail: [email protected] College Advancement Thomas Ruhl Phone: 570-321-4036 E-mail: [email protected] Campus Box: 150 Campus Box: 154 Campus Box: 165 Gay, Lesbian, and Bisexual Support Services Mark Britten Phone: 570-321-4258 Campus Box: 44 E-mail: [email protected] Grades, Transcripts, and Course Registration Rebecca Collias Phone: 570-321-4145 Campus Box: 159 E-mail: [email protected] Greek Life Heather Myers Phone: 570-321-4118 E-mail: [email protected] Campus Box: 145 College Relations Molly Costello Phone: 570-321-4137 Campus Box: 160 E-mail: [email protected] Health Services Sondra Stipcak Phone: 570-321-4322 Campus Box: 144 E-mail: [email protected] Community Service Marco Hunsberger Phone: 570-321-4065 Campus Box: 149 E-mail: [email protected] Judicial Affairs Sue Saunders Phone: 570-321-4039 Campus Box: 158 E-mail: [email protected] Computer/Television Services David Heffner Phone: 570-321-4278 Campus Box: 142 E-mail: [email protected] Leadership Development Susan Jewell Phone: 570-321-4118 E-mail: [email protected] Counseling Services Mark Britten Phone: 570-321-4258 Campus Box: 44 E-mail: [email protected] Mail Services Debra Fedroff Phone: 570-321-4310 Campus Box: 161 E-mail: [email protected] Dining Services Paco Rosado Phone: 570-322-2024 Campus Box: 151 E-mail: [email protected] Office of the Dean of Student Affairs Sue Saunders Phone: 570-321-4039 Campus Box: 158 E-mail: [email protected] Drug and Alcohol Programs Mark Britten Phone: 570-321-4258 Campus Box: 44 E-mail: [email protected] Phone Service Brigitte Brahms Phone: 570-321-4074 Campus Box: 142 E-mail: [email protected] Financial Aid Jamie Lowthert Phone: 570-321-4140 Campus Box: 155 E-mail: [email protected] Recreation and Intramurals Laura Johnson Phone: 570-321-4059 Campus Box: 143 E-mail: [email protected] 14 Campus Box: 145 PERSONNEL CONTACT LIST Residence Life Denise Robinson Phone: 570-321-4046 Campus Box: 146 E-mail: [email protected] Room Assignments Tina Lorson Phone: 570-321-4046 Campus Box: 146 E-mail: [email protected] Safety and Security Robert Brobson Phone: 570-321-4064 Campus Box: 166 E-mail: [email protected] Student Accounts Ali Helminak Phone: 570-321-4032 Campus Box: 161 E-mail: [email protected] Student Activities Susan Jewell Phone: 570-321-4118 E-mail: [email protected] Media Services Lycoming Newspaper - The Lycourier Janice Ogurcak Phone: 570-321-4239 Campus Box: 169 E-mail: [email protected] Lycoming Radio - WRLC FM 97.1 Steven Koehn Phone: 570-321-4340 Campus Box: 169 E-mail: [email protected] Lycoming TV - Lyco 2 Steven Koehn Phone: 570-321-4340 Campus Box: 169 E-mail: [email protected] Lycoming Yearbook - Arrow Robin Van Auken Phone: 570-321-4239 Campus Box: 169 E-mail: [email protected] Campus Box: 145 15 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ACADEMICS Q. What is the standard course load for a student? A. Students typically enroll in four unit courses (16 semester hours) during the fall and spring semesters. However, students may enroll in five unit courses (20 semester hours) during the fall and spring semesters if they are Lycoming scholars or were admitted to the Dean’s List at the end of the previous semester. The Dean of the College may grant exceptions. Overloads are not permitted during the May and summer terms. Q. How will my son or daughter know they are progressing academically? A. Students will be considered in good academic standing if they meet the following standard: Semester Hours Completed Fewer than or equal to 16 More than 16, fewer than or equal to 32 More than 32 Min. GPA 1.85 1.95 2.00 Q. What is Web Advisor? Web Advisor is a Web interface that allows students to access their academic and financial information. Web advisor provides account summary and financial aid information by term or year. Web Advisor enables students to search for available classes, print class schedules, determine grade point average by term or overall, print unofficial transcripts of classes taken, and identify the courses needed to complete any academic program at Lycoming. Students with financial holds will be limited to view only the financial screens. Q. How many hours per week should my son or daughter study? A. There is no absolute answer to this question. The general guideline is that students should spend 2 - 3 hours studying for every hour they spend in class. The average class load is 16 hours per week, so using the guideline the appropriate study time would be between 32 and 48 hours per week. Q. What is the Scholars program and why should my son or daughter join it? A. The Lycoming College Scholar Program is a special program designed to meet the needs and aspirations of highly motivated students of superior intellectual ability. Lycoming Scholars generally satisfy the College’s distribution requirements with more challenging courses than the average student who is not in the Scholars program. Lycoming Scholars also participate in special interdisciplinary seminars and in serious independent study culminating in a senior project. Students who do not meet the standards for good academic standing at the end of one semester will be placed on academic probation. Students on academic probation are required to pass ARC 100, Success Skills Workshop, if they have not already done so and are required to attend programs developed by the freshman and sophomore deans. Students who do not successfully complete 32 semester hours in each academic year may also elect to attend summer sessions in order to complete the degree in 4 years. Q. How can students track their academic progress? Students can track their progress toward fulfilling their degree requirements on-line through Web Advisor’s Program Evaluation feature. This program shows the requirements that must be met for graduation and how they have been fulfilled. Web Advisor can be accessed 24 hours a day through the web at https://www.lycoming.edu/webadvisors/ Lycoming considers it to be the student’s responsibility to keep track of his or her graduation requirements. 16 n n n n Advantages of Being a Scholar n Challenging and stimulating programs of study n Independent and interdisciplinary learning Contact with scholars at Lycoming and other campuses Monthly special events Scholars may audit a fifth course each semester at no additional cost The Individual Studies Committee may exempt Scholars from the normal limitations of the independent studies. Q. Can students take classes at other institutions and transfer them to Lycoming? A. Yes, matriculated students who wish to study at other campuses must obtain prior written approval to do so from their advisor, the chair of the department in which the credit will be awarded, and the Lycoming College Registrar. Course work counting toward a major or minor must also be approved in advance by the chairperson of the department in which the major or minor is offered. Once a course is approved, the credit and grades for the course will be transferred to Lycoming and calculated in the student’s grade point average as if the courses were taken here. This means that “D” and “F” grades will be transferred as well as all other grades. Unapproved courses will not transfer. Final determination of transfer credit will be made by the Registrar based on official transcripts only. Students are expected to complete their last eight unit courses (32 semester hours), and 16 semester hours in their major at Lycoming. Requests for waivers of this regulation must be sent to the Committee on Academic Standards. Q. Are summer courses available? A. Yes. The College offers three summer sessions. May term, a 4-week intensive session, has the majority of academic courses as well as some travel and experimental courses. May term is an opportunity for students to get needed course work and still have the summer free for work or recreation. Some students want to get ahead while other students have fallen behind and need to make credits. Summer sessions I and II are primarily for internships, practica, and independent studies. Students must register for May term no later than the middle of April. They can register for Summer Sessions I and II up to the beginning of each session. Students can pick up a registration form from the Registrar’s Office in Long Hall. Their advisor must sign the form. 20% of the class fee must be paid at the time of registration and the balance before the session begins. Financial aid does not apply to summer courses. Campus housing is available during the May and summer sessions although board is not available. Q. Do students at Lycoming College cheat? A. The College assumes that students are committed to the principle of academic honesty. Students who fail to honor this commitment are subject to dismissal. Procedural guidelines and rules for the adjudication of cases of academic dishonesty are printed in The Faculty Handbook and The Student Handbook. Q. What is the four-year graduation rate at Lycoming? A. The graduation rate can be found on the Registrar’s homepage: http://www.lycoming.edu/registrar/ Student-Right-to-Know/Student-Right-to-know.htm ACADEMIC ADVISING Q. Academic advisors are important to my student’s orientation to college. How are advisors assigned? A. Advisors and students are matched on the basis of a shared academic interest. In most cases, the advisor teaches in the student’s anticipated major. But this is not always the case. Advisor and student might share an interest in military history though the student doesn’t intend to be a history major, or they might share an interest in acting though the student wants to be a computer science major. In any event, because freshmen are beginning the distribution program and taking a first, introductory course in the major, any advisor can help them get started. Later, when they’ve become acquainted with other faculty and, perhaps, are sure about the major, they can choose a different advisor. The assigned academic advisor is not the only resource your son or daughter will have. Any faculty member will be happy to assist the student, and the student may consult with the Coordinator of Academic Advising, the Freshman Dean, or the Director of the Career Development Center on advising matters. Many students change their minds about what they want to study regardless of how certain they are at matriculation. And, many are undecided about their academic disciplines when they begin. So, working with a skilled advisor who knows the distribution program and is concerned about the student’s academic progress are the most important considerations. 17 Q. What if my student has trouble deciding on a major? A. Choosing a major is a challenge for some students, but the College provides time and resources to assist the student in making a sound decision. Students have until the end of the sophomore year to decide. And, they have numerous resources to consult to help them. Of course, the advisor will help explore possibilities through course selection and discussions about interests and abilities. The Career Development Center is eager to work with students to help them examine career options and to match their interests and abilities with those options. In some instances, students have trouble deciding because they think the major must be biology OR art, two very different disciplines. In fact, these disciplines can be complementary. Perhaps the student would like to be an illustrator for a publication in the natural sciences. So, the option to major in both is available. Or the student could major in one and minor in the other. The real objective is to discover the student’s abilities and interests and use disciplines to develop them. Students with such diverse interests and abilities can major and minor in up to three areas as long as they have a major in one of them. Q. Is academic support available if my student needs it? A. Absolutely. The Academic Resource Center, located in the Snowden Library, provides tutoring support to all students at no additional charge. We have a Writing Center that will work with students in any discipline on any stage of a paper in any course. Students can arrange for private tutors in almost every class by contacting the ARC. We offer a Study Group Program in selected classes and will assist students in setting up their own study groups. The ARC offers support and arranges classroom accommodations for students with disabilities. Study skills instruction is available through ARC100, a seven-week, non-credit course and on request from groups and individuals. To access tutors or learn more about the services available through the ARC, we invite you to contact us or access our web site. Mr. Dan Hartsock (570-321-4294; [email protected]) is the Director, and Mrs. Jane Keller (570-321-4392; [email protected]) is the Assistant Director. Our web site is http:// www.lycoming.edu/arc/ Q. What do I do if I’m concerned about my student’s academic progress? A. The best thing you can do is keep the lines of communication open with your student. Express your concern and encourage your student to seek assistance from the Academic Resource Center, academic advisor, professors, and tutors. 18 Q. Can I speak with my student’s academic advisor about my student’s academic progress? A. Advisors will welcome your calls to discuss your student’s progress. Keep in mind that students can decide who is entitled to have access to their academic reports. So, your advisor will first need to be sure that your student has authorized you to have that access. Make sure that your student has signed the FERPA (Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act) form authorizing you to have access to his/her records. To be sure, contact the Office of the Registrar (570321-4145) or the Freshman Dean (570-321-4358). If your student has signed the form, the advisor will be able to discuss things with you. Also, if your student has done so, you will receive copies of his/ her Early Assessment Reports (progress reports mailed to the address on the FERPA form just before mid-semester) and end-of-semester grade reports. ALCOHOL AND DRUG ISSUES Q. How does Lycoming address the misuse of alcohol by its students? A. There is recognition across the nation that alcohol abuse among college students constitutes a serious risk for students’ health and well-being. Alcoholrelated accidents cause more injuries and deaths among college-aged students than any other single cause. Lycoming College is deeply concerned about alcohol misuse among its students and is, therefore, taking a preventative approach in its educational programs and policies. The College’s strategies are based on two basic principles: 1. The College is committed to preserving an open and trusting community where we believe that students will respond to educational interventions. Further, we are a community where individual rights are respected and not compromised, for example, by unreasonable intrusions into students’ rooms and personal property. 2. The College’s mission to provide a distinguished liberal arts education in a respectful community is seriously diminished by the misuse of alcohol. Therefore the College provides social events that do not include alcohol, directly confronts alcohol misuse, seeks treatment for those who require it, and imposes disciplinary sanctions to prevent damage to our educational community. Q. Is drug use a problem on campus? A. Instances of drug use on campus are rare. The College takes seriously any drug use, possession, or distribution allegation and pursues such cases through its disciplinary system. In addition, in the case of alleged violations where the drugs or paraphernalia are discovered, all evidence is turned over to the Lycoming County District Attorney’s Office. Q. Are there particular consequences for violations involving alcohol or drugs? A. Alcohol violations are cumulative throughout one’s college career, with more serious consequences occurring for repeat offenders. The first violation brings a minimum $50 fine and an educational assignment. The second violation includes additional fines, educational assignments or substance abuse assessment, notification of parents and disciplinary probation. Third or subsequent offenses may be heard by the College-Wide Disciplinary Board that has the authority to suspend. Students responsible for three or more violations are likely to require substance abuse assessment and/or treatment, lose privileges, and earn additional fines and/or work hours. Use, possession, or distribution of illegal drugs or paraphernalia is considered by the College to be serious violations. Students charged with these offenses will be referred to the College-Wide Disciplinary Board and will face charges by local law enforcement agencies. The Disciplinary Board has the authority to separate a student from the College. If the Board chooses sanctions other than suspension, these will likely include: fines, substance abuse assessment and treatment, loss of privileges, work assignments, disciplinary probation. Q. Is there an alcohol and illegal drug policy at Lycoming College? A. With a wide variety of educational programs along with defined disciplinary policies, Lycoming College supports the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania regarding underage drinking and illegal drugs, and also sponsors programs to teach students habits of safety and responsibility. Located in the Student Policies Manual in a section entitled “Substance Abuse Notification,” is the comprehensive policy that specifies particular health risks of alcohol and other drugs, informs students about the laws of the Commonwealth, and details sanctions that can imposed as penalties for violating college policies. The Student Policies Manual can be accessed through http://www.lycoming.edu/stuaff/ handbook/ ATHLETICS Q. How many varsity sports do you have? A. Lycoming offers 19 varsity sports programs to choose from. We compete at the NCAA Division III level and are members of the highly competitive Middle Atlantic Conference. Q. Can students walk-on to an intercollegiate sport? A. Walk-on opportunities are available. We recommend that you try to contact the Head Coach of the sport to express your interest, prior to walking-on. Q. Are there athletic options for non-intercollegiate athletes? A. The intramural sports program offers a variety of activities throughout the academic year. Yearly we offer 8 - 10 intramural sports that are open to all students. We anticipate the number of intramural opportunities to increase upon the completion of the new multipurpose recreation center. Q. Does my insurance cover students injured while participating in athletic or recreational events? A. For athletics, intramurals, and recreational activities sponsored by the College the parent’s primary insurance will be used for students who might be injured. Varsity student-athletes also receive secondary coverage that is provided by the College. Q. Are there medical personnel available to provide health care to athletes during practice and games? A. Two professionally certified full-time trainers and several student trainers are available to cover all practices and home games. If necessary, for away games, the host school will provide trainers. The training room is available to student-athletes for the care and prevention of injuries. Q. How do students travel to off-campus athletic or recreation events? A. Buses and vans are used for team travel. The Head Coach is responsible for determining the best transportation for the program. All travel plans take into consideration weather and distance. 19 Q. Will students miss classes to participate in practices or athletic events? A. No one is permitted to miss class for practice participation. Some away events might conflict with class. All Head Coaches are responsible for making their travel plans available to students very early to eliminate or reduce conflicts with classes and other academic responsibilities. Student who do miss class are responsible for meeting with their professors and making up any missed activities. CAREER SERVICES Q. What role does the Career Development Center have within the College? A. The Career Development Center (CDC) provides comprehensive career services to all students, prospective students, and alumni. The Center provides assistance in five main functional areas: n Full-time and Part-time Employment, n Internships, n Graduate School Admissions, n Study Abroad, n Academic Advising. The mission of the CDC is to assist students in the development of a sound career/life plan. This is accomplished by providing self-assessment instruments, educational programs, individual advising and consultation, access to pertinent sources of career information, opportunities for experiential learning, and the knowledge to make informed decisions regarding career/life choices. Q. What services does the Career Development Center provide? A. The Career Development Center is committed to providing students the skills necessary to develop and implement an effective life long career search process. The following services are provided by the Career Development Center to all Lycoming students and alumni. S.H.A.R.E. (Students Having a Real Experience): A program designed to assist students in testing positive career choices through practical experience. Students shadow a professional in the local community. This provides students an opportunity to learn about particular careers through observation, questions, and discussion with a professional in an employment area of interest. Career Interest Assessments: A computer program which enables students to assess their values, interests and skills and link this information to occupational clusters, specific employment opportunities, or graduate programs. 20 Computer Technologies: Career information pertinent to your job search can be accessed through the Internet at the CDC website. Graduate school information, job search strategies, relocation services, employer research, job announcements, internship opportunities, study abroad, and community service information, are a keystroke away at www.lycoming.edu/cdc. Career Resources: Over 500 hardbound and electronic resources provide a wide array of career information about major and minor choices, career searching and employment, internships, study abroad, and resume and cover letter writing. A majority of the career resources can be accessed from the Snowden Library Online Card Catalog at http://libcat.lycoming.edu/ Job Hotline: Provides regularly updated on-line information concerning summer, part-time, and full-time job opportunities, internships, and graduate schools at www.lycoming.edu/cdc/Job_Hotline2.htm. Educational Programs: A variety of educational programs are offered throughout the year. Topics such as resume writing, interview preparation, social etiquette, graduate school preparation and real world transitions are covered. CDC staff members make themselves available to present a variety of topics to classes, student organizations, and faculty and staff. Resumes and Cover Letters: Resume and cover letter assistance is provided to all students. Computers, software, and high quality printers are available free of charge for students for resume and cover letter production. Job Fairs: Each year several job fairs are coordinated to connect hundreds of local, regional, and national employers with students seeking part-time, summer, and full-time jobs, and internship opportunities. Credential Files: Credential files are available for all students. Files are confidential and may include recommendation letters, resume, SHARE program experiences, academic and personal credentials, transcripts, and graduate exam scores. Information within credential files is sent to employers, graduate schools and others, free of charge, upon request by the student. Graduate School Information and Graduate Testing Information: Graduate school preparation programs, and graduate school resources such as computerized and hard copy graduate school guides, scholarship and financial aid information, test applications, graduate exam practice tests, and other information are available. Baby-sitting and Part-Time Job List: College students can be referred to faculty, administrators, and community members who require services on a short-term basis. Students can pick up a few dollars by baby-sitting, cleaning, shoveling snow, raking leaves, mowing grass, etc. Q. What career services are available to freshmen? A. Services provided by the Career Development Center are available to all students. In the first year, selfexploration of career interests tends to be the prevailing concern for most freshmen. The CDC assists freshmen with the identification of their academic interests and their personal skills, interests, and values through personal advising, the use of self-assessment inventories, and participation in educational programs. The Career Development Center also provides academic advising services to all students, in addition to and in conjunction with, the students regular academic advisor. Q. Are career services available free of charge? A. Most career services are available free of charge to all students and alumni. A nominal fee is charged for a couple special programs provided by the CDC due to their high cost, their nature, and the need to guarantee attendance. Q. Are career services available to students in the summers and after graduation? A. Yes, the CDC offers its services free of charge to perspective and current students and alumni. Services can be accessed in person, or via phone, fax, e-mail, or Internet. Q. Should students complete an internship? A. Yes! Yes! Yes! Internships are highly desired by students because they enable the application of classroom knowledge in a practical setting. Employers place a high value on candidates who complete internships and other practical experiences. While not required, internships and other practical experiences are strongly encouraged at Lycoming College. In fact, on average over the past five years 80% of our graduates participated in at least one practical experience throughout their college career. Opportunities for practical experiences such as internships, independent study, and honors projects are available through every academic major. Q. What percentage of students get jobs related to their major/minor? A. The most recent postgraduate activity survey conducted by the CDC indicates that 64% of entrylevel professionals rated their employment as directly related to their major. 91% rated their employment as directly or indirectly related to their major. Q. Should students consider career options as they register for classes their freshman year? A. Students would be wise to consider career options at every stage of their College career. However, career options are not the only criteria for choosing classes in the first year. Choosing classes based on academic interest may best serve freshman. The first year transition is difficult academically and socially. Students tend to perform better in classes that match their interests. Exposure to a variety of academic areas (common in the freshman year) assist students in identifying skills and interests that can help identify career options. Q. Does part-time work interfere with academic performance? A. Studies indicate that students working part-time up to 20 hours a week during the academic schedule actually do better academically than those who do not work at all during the academic year. Working more than 20 hours per week tends to have a negative effect on academic performance. Part-time employment opportunities on and off campus are readily available. The CDC and the Office of Financial Aid assists students in their search for parttime employment. 21 Q. How important are major choices to career opportunities? A. The academic major is one of the many important choices that students make in regard to career opportunities that they may pursue. Students are encouraged to explore career opportunities through the identification and development of skills, interests, and values. Students should also test career interests by involvement in related employment, service learning opportunities, internships, class projects, and campus activities. Q. How can parents assist their son or daughter in making sound career choices? A. The best thing parents can do is support their son or daughter through regular communication and encouragement of their challenges. During the career development process students go through many emotions such as frustration, anxiety, and indecision as well as excitement, motivation, and confidence. Your emotional support will assist your son or daughter as they meet new challenges associated with the career development process. It is also important to encourage your student to seek the assistance from faculty and staff at Lycoming. We are experts in these matters and are here to work in direct response to your student’s individual needs. Q. How does the liberal arts curriculum at Lycoming College enhance my son or daughter’s career goals? A. In our rapidly changing work environment employers seek professionals with the ability to think critically and possess the ability to respond and adapt to a variety of unknown challenges. Employers demand employees who are flexible, take initiative, and possess superior communication, teamwork, leadership and interpersonal skills. These skills are at the core of a liberal arts education. The broad based education that a liberal arts curriculum provides is a solid foundation for a lifetime of career and life challenges. Q. What is the placement rate after graduation? A. While placement rates change with economic conditions, generally between 92 - 98% of our graduates accept employment or pursue advanced degrees within six months of graduation. A breakdown of this statistic over the past five years indicates that between 70 - 75% of our recent graduates move directly into the work force, and between 13- 20% pursue advanced degrees immediately after graduation. Surveys of graduates three years after graduation indicate that on average; about 40% are pursuing advanced degrees. 22 COMMUNITY SERVICE Q. Does the College encourage student involvement in community service? A. The Community Service Center of Lycoming College serves as a liaison between students, faculty, and staff and community organizations in the greater Williamsport area. The Center provides an environment for student learning through service and reflection. Students are challenged to fulfill their civic responsibility and explore who they are in relationship to their creator, peers, and those in need. Q. What opportunities exist for students to become involved in community service? A. The purpose of the Community Service Center is to serve as a liaison and facilitator for community service opportunities between local agencies and the college community. The Center helps students looking for volunteer opportunities with their interests or career goals in mind find a local agency best suited for them. We remain in correspondence with local agencies keeping informed of their work and what type of student would best fit their needs. The Community Service Center maintains a list of over 75 local agencies in which to place student volunteers. These agencies range from Adopt-AHighway to Habitat for Humanity, from Special Olympics to Big Brother/Big Sister. Students can be placed where their interests and gifts can be best utilized. COMMUTER STUDENTS Q. What if my son/daughter wants to commute from home? A. Your student may live off campus if s/he is married, living with parents within a 40 mile radius, living with their dependents, or if they are 23 years or older. Students who meet these criteria should contact the Residence Life Office to indicate their intent and describe how they are exempt from the Residence Policy. Students may request to be exempted from this policy for other reasons. Such requests should be submitted in writing to the Dean of Student Affairs at least three weeks prior to the beginning of the semester that students are requesting permission to live off campus. Q. What opportunities are available for commuter students? A. The Commuter Student Organization of Lycoming College was formed to represent and bring together commuting students, to identify, publicize and fulfill the special needs of commuter students, and to build and support the bridge between commuter students and the Lycoming College campus. It is a student-led organization, and as such, can specifically identify with the current needs of Lycoming College’s commuter population. The Commuter Student Organization offers not only a representative body, but also friendly people to hang out with. Members also include resident students, so commuters and residents can get to know each other better. The friendships formed between commuter students last through their entire college career. Through this association and its activities, commuter students will get to know other residents, and have a greater confidence that the entire student body is really one big community. COMPUTERS /TECHNOLOGY Q. Should students bring a computer to campus? A. There are sufficient numbers of computers in the labs for students to do their work, but availability varies depending on other classroom demands and time of day. Computers are used for so much in the life of a college student today, that unless a student wants to spend a large part of their time in a computer lab, they would be best to bring their own as over 90% of the other students do. Full details on our Residential Network (ResNet) can be found under Technology Services on the Lycoming College home page. www.lycoming.edu/it Q. What kind of computer should students buy? A. Most of the courses use software on IBM compatibles (PCs), although students majoring in Art will frequently use an Apple Macintosh computer. In addition, PCs are the predominant standard that students will find after graduation. For more details on the exact recommendations, go to “Technology Services” on the Lycoming College home page at http://www.lycoming.edu/it/aca_comput/resnet.htm. Q. What word processing software does the College use? A. Microsoft Word is the standard used for interoffice, classroom, and e-mail attachments. Versions found on Office 97, 2000, and XP are all used. Discounts on Microsoft Office are available from the Campus Bookstore. Q. Are computers available for sale at Lycoming? A. IBM provides a laptop at a very special discounted price through the Campus Bookstore. See the “ThinkPad Program” at their web site and contact the Bookstore personnel. www.lycoming.edu/bookstore/ Q. Are computers available around campus for student use? A. There are five computer labs with over 100 state-ofthe-art computers all with high-speed connections to the Internet. All computers have a CD/RW drive for local storage or access to central network file storage for all students. Availability of labs varies by time of day and classroom use, which is posted outside the labs. In addition to the labs, public computers are available in the Wertz Student Center’s Jack’s Place and in the Academic Center’s Pennington Lounge. Q. What type of computer support does the College provide the students? A. There are student monitors working in the computer labs who provide general support. Specific support of a program, such as one doing statistics or calculus, is usually provided directly from the instructor. Support is given from the Help Desk in Information Technology Services for assistance in connecting to the campus network. For troubleshooting and repairs of student’s personal computers, students are directed to local vendors in the Williamsport area or to their computer supplier. Q. Do students have access to the Internet and an Email account? A. All students receive an e-mail account during summer orientation that they can use immediately. Students need to use Lycoming e-mail to receive campus-wide notices and for many classes. All residential students have access to the Internet in their rooms to a high-speed network. In addition, students have disk storage that is backed up nightly on the network servers for saving their most critical work. Students can access both their campus e-mail and their network accounts via the web from anywhere in the world. Students can access their e-mail and network accounts via the web at www.lycoming.edu/stuaff/ Q. Does the College use a filtering program to block inappropriate material from the Internet? A. We do not censor information coming over the Internet. We do prioritize Internet traffic, giving email and web browsing the highest priority and music downloads, games, and other entertainment programs a lower transfer rate. The network is monitored for viruses or illegal activity, such as hacking or supplying copyrighted files. Violators have their network access blocked and respond according to computer policies published at http://www.lycoming.edu/ stuaff/handbook/computerpolicies.htm. 23 Q. Does Lycoming have rules governing the appropriate uses of computers on campus? A. We have very clear rules about computer use on our network. This can be found under “Policies” at the “Technology Services” web page. In addition, the Student Handbook outlines discipline procedures for violations. We have little tolerance for abuse of our network and take illegal activities very seriously. www.lycoming.edu/stuaff/handbook/ computerpolicies.htm Q. Is my computer safe on the network? Last year was the most severe yet for viruses, spyware, and attacks on Windows operating systems that did not have up-to-date patches. Network connections are immediately shut-off if they could compromise the campus network. Reactivation is only done after the machine is shown to be clean. Recurring violations may be referred for judicial action. Q. What are the most common points to remember about technology when coming to Lycoming? Look carefully at the ResNet document under Technology Services on the Lycoming College home page. This has evolved over ten years and should address most computer-related questions. www.lycoming.edu/it/ Consider the following general guidelines. n Have a 3Com or Netgear Ethernet card installed before coming to campus, unless it is built-in by the manufacturer. Refer to the “ResNet” link under Technology Services. n Bring your own 25-foot Ethernet cable to attach to the network or buy it at the Campus Bookstore. n Have installed a virus and spyware detection program and make sure your Windows software is fully updated. n Bring your own phone. n Bring a TV patch cable to go from the wall to the TV. The Campus Bookstore also sells them. n Fees for Internet, basic phone service, voice mail, and cable TV are incorporated into the Technology Fee. E-mail [email protected] or call the Help Desk (570) 321-4150 for assistance from Information Technology Services from 8:00am – 4:30pm. 24 COUNSELING SERVICES Q. What services are available for students with psychological needs? A. All students, all people, have emotional and psychological needs. The Counseling & Wellness Center provides a safe place for all students to relax, be themselves, and talk about anything that is on their mind. Two professional counselors provide individual, couples, and group counseling and consultation. In addition, specially selected and trained Peer Counselors are available. These students are carefully selected and extensively trained to listen with an open mind and assist students in sorting out their issues and deciding on a course of action. Peer Counselors are also trained to provide conflict mediation to resolve disputes. Peer Counseling is confidential, private, and follows the same ethical standards as our professional counselors. A Peer Counselor can be contacted directly to arrange a time and place to talk privately. Q. What types of issues do students typically bring to the Counseling Center? A. Students bring just about every issue you can imagine, from developmental concerns to academic problems to serious mental health issues. With so much going on in their lives, many students use counseling simply as a way to process their experiences, gain a broader perspective, and learn new coping skills. Q. How many students use the services of the Counseling & Wellness Center? A. Between 12% and 15% of our students use our services each year. Many schedule ongoing appointments, essentially using the sessions as a weekly touchstone to process their experiences. Others prefer to drop in once or twice each year as specific needs arise. More students are utilizing our services each year as they recognize the unique opportunity to learn life skills in a one-on-one setting. Many more students participate in our wellness programs and campus outreach activities. Q. Is the Counseling Center prepared to assist a student in a psychological crisis situation? A. Yes, we recognize that crises do occur and we are always prepared to assist when needed. Usually, we can work through a crisis in our office and help the student turn it into a valuable life lesson. On rare occasions, hospitalization is necessary and we work with the local hospital staff to facilitate a speedy transition back to campus. Q. Where is the Counseling & Wellness Center located and when is it open? A. We are located on the third floor of the Wertz Student Center. Our office is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and at other times by arrangement with a counselor. Q. What is the Wellness component of the Counseling Center? A. In addition to our counseling services, we also provide a broad array of educational programs designed to enhance students overall wellness. Programs are often experiential in nature and cover topics from self-esteem and relationship issues to alcohol and other drug awareness to yoga and relaxation techniques. Q. Are counseling records kept confidential? A. Yes, all counseling records and relationships are kept strictly confidential in accordance with professional and ethical guidelines. No information will be shared with anyone without the student’s written consent, except in the case of medical emergency or life-threatening situations. Q. Will a counselor contact me if my son or daughter uses their services? A. The counseling relationship is private and confidential. If communication with parents is therapeutically beneficial, the counselor will seek written permission from the student before sharing any information. Of course, counselors always encourage students to maintain open communication with their parents. Q. What should I do if my student seems depressed or unhappy? A. Distance parenting is a new skill that we learn when our children go off to college. It is important to keep emotions in perspective and understand that our students will have bad days and will be unhappy for periods of time. They need our support, but will usually work through their experiences on their own. CULTURAL DIVERSITY Q. In what ways does the College encourage awareness of diverse cultures? A. The College’s mission statement indicates that understanding of cultural diversity is a primary goal of learning both in the classroom and in extracurricular activities. Student organizations such as the Black Student Union, the GLOBAL (Gays, Lesbians, Or Bisexuals and Allies at Lycoming) organization, the Multicultural Awareness Group provide a variety of programs of interest to the campus community. In addition, at a small college like Lycoming students have many informal and meaningful opportunities to learn about their peers who may be different in terms of ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, country of origin, or ability. Faculty and staff, along with students, provide speakers, educational programs, and discussion opportunities that focus on issues surrounding diversity. The Black History Month Program Series, sponsored by the Office of Student Programs, is one such opportunity to explore diverse perspectives. To enhance an understanding of diversity the Student Affairs staff along with individual faculty and administrators, invite student ideas and creative approaches. Q. What support services are available to minority students? A. As you have already recognized, Lycoming College is rich with support services, such as the Academic Resource Center, the Counseling and Wellness Center, the Assistant Dean for Freshmen, the Assistant Dean for Sophomores, and the Student Affairs staff. Each of these resources is available to all students and all are flexible enough to tailor services to the particular needs of minority students. For questions about which services might be best equipped to deal with various concerns, students should contact the Office of the Dean of Student Affairs. However, if you become truly concerned and believe that counseling can be helpful, don’t hesitate to call for a confidential consultation. We can’t always keep our students happy, but we aim to keep them well. 25 DINING SERVICES Q. Can students voice their enjoyment or concerns with menu options and food selections? A. The staff of Sodexho is very open to hearing from students, faculty and staff about the quality of their food and its presentation. A comment board is located at the main entrance of the dinning hall and all are welcome to write their comments on a comment card and post it on the board. Sodexho management answers each and every question or comment and implements any suggestions that are plausible. Sodexho management also meets regularly with Student Senate so that students can communicate their enjoyment of or concern with food selection, quality, and presentation. Q. What options are available for students with restricted diets? A. Sodexho provides a variety of food options including: n The Hot Entrée Line Features home style classics with steaming accompaniments, but always includes a vegetarian entrée. n Pasta and International Cuisine There’s something new every day. Choose a homemade pasta dish or something a little more exotic from around the world. n Soup and Salad Bar Fresh homemade soup every day (one vegetarian) and a huge selection of garden fixings, fresh fruits and vegetables. n Café Grille Freshly grilled hamburgers, cheeseburgers, grilled cheese sandwiches, chicken patties, and fries. n Deli Board Delicatessen meats, natural cheeses and a variety of breads. n Pizza Every day with a variety of toppings, from pepperoni to Hawaiian. n Bakery We make our own fresh breads, bagels, cookies and brownies right on the premises. n Ice Cream Scoop your choice of a dozen different flavors anytime. We also have a softserve ice cream station. If the above choices do not meet a student’s unique dietary needs, Sodexho will work personally with that student to provide high quality alternative food selections. 26 Q. When is the dining room open? A. Monday-Friday Breakfast .................................... 7:00am-9:00am Continental Breakfast................... 9:00am-11:00am Lunch .................................. 11:00am-1:00pm Lite Lunch ....................................1:00pm-4:30pm Dinner ....................................4:30pm-7:00pm Friday Dinner...................................4:30pm-6:30pm Saturday Brunch Lite Lunch Dinner .................................. 10:30am-1:00pm ....................................1:00pm-4:30pm ....................................4:30pm-6:00pm Sunday Brunch Lite Lunch Dinner .................................. 10:30am-1:00pm ....................................1:00pm-4:30pm ....................................4:30pm-6:00pm Q. Are food services offered outside of the dining room? A. In addition to the Dining Hall, food service is provided in three other areas around campus Jack’s Place is located upstairs in Jack’s Corner. This location provides a full service menu which includes: chicken tenders, chicken wings, grill items, deli sandwiches, fresh salads, and an assortment of desserts and beverages. Flex dollars are accepted here. Jack’s Market is located in the center of Jack’s Place, a small convenience mart right on campus. This is the place for milk, orange juice, packaged cookies, cereals, chips, canned goods, etc. It is also the home of “Good To Go” food items. Flex dollars are accepted here. Service Express is located in Pennington Lounge. It offers a variety of sandwiches, snacks, refreshments, and other quick pick up, to-go food items. Flex dollars are accepted here. Q. How does the Jack’s Place declining balance plan work? A. Unlimited dining participants receive a minimum of $50.00 in Flex Dollars each semester depending on the meal plan chosen. Think of these dollars as a “prepaid food account” that allows you to make “cashless” purchases. Flex dollars are accepted at Jack’s Place, the Dining Hall, and the Pennington Lounge Snack Shop. Q. How can I help my son or daughter celebrate special occasions? A. Campus Ministry provides two special services for parents to lend support, lift spirits, and show your continued care and love for your son or daughter. They are birthday cakes during the acaademic year and care packages for the fall semester final exam week. Information is sent to parents each summer about the program. You may also contact Campus Ministry by phone: 570-321-4065, or e-mail: [email protected] FINANCES Q. How are students billed? A. Students will receive a Fall and Spring Semester bill. Along with the two semester bills, monthly bills will be sent home for any charges incurred during the month. (I.e. long distance phone charges, bookstore charges, etc.) Q. Are opportunities available for students to work while on campus? A. A variety of student employment positions are available. It is the student’s responsibility to find employment. Contact departments of interest for job availability. If the student’s are unable to find employment, contact the Financial Aid office. Q. How many hours of work are appropriate for a fulltime student? A. Students can work as little as 4 hours per week and typically not more than 20 hours per week with a fulltime schedule. Q. Are there banking facilities located on or around campus? A. There is an M&T Bank ATM machine located in Wertz Student Center as well as a full service ATM approximately one block from the College. Several banks are available during Fall Check-in to establish accounts for our students. Q. Should a student have a local checking account and credit card? A. It’s a matter of preference. If the student is going to use the ATM machine, check with the student’s bank to see if fees will be assessed for using an ATM machine from a different bank. Most students have credit cards. They are one method of building credit and developing sound spending habits. Unfortunately, students can and do misuse credit cards. Students must learn to use credit cards appropriately and parents are their best teachers. Q. How much spending money do students need? A. While this certainly varies by student, the range can go from $100 to $400 per month. FRATERNITIES AND SORORITIES Q. What importance does fraternity and sorority life play on campus? A. Greek organizations at Lycoming College are an important component of the institution’s total educational program. As such, they are partners with the College in a mutually supportive educational endeavor. Greek organizations and Lycoming College sustain their relationship with a mutual pledge to promote group responsibility and mature group conduct through the following areas: internal chapter operations, external chapter operations, scholarship, membership development, alumni/ae relations, educational and social programming, and risk management. Fraternities and sororities provide students with a support network of close friends, a training ground for developing leadership and interpersonal skills and a pathway to involvement in campus activities and community service. Approximately 22% of the student population is involved in the Greek system. Q. What responsibilities are entailed in joining a fraternity or sorority? A. The level of responsibility is generally up to the individual and the organization that they join. In general, all members are expected to pay dues, attend chapter meetings, participate in service-oriented projects, and recruit new members. In addition, there are opportunities for leadership positions, through election or appointment. Q. Can students join a fraternity or sorority in their first year? A. The Greek governing bodies at Lycoming require individuals to have a minimum cumulative GPA to “rush” or seek membership. Therefore, only second semester freshmen, who meet the minimum 2.20 grade point average, are allowed to join a fraternity or sorority in their first year. 27 Q. What is the procedure for recruiting, joining, and pledging a fraternity or sorority? A. Students must have completed one semester at Lycoming and maintain a cumulative grade point average of 2.20 or higher in order to be recruited for membership. Students who wish to join are invited to participate in recruitment events on campus and in the fraternity and sorority lounges. All events are alcohol-free. Students who wish to join must receive a bid, or an invitation to join, from the organization. The pledge period, or New Member education period, may last no longer than four weeks. In general, 95% of students wishing to join a Greek organization have received a bid. Q. Does hazing occur at Lycoming College? A. Hazing is strictly prohibited by Lycoming College. The Greek community works hard to educate its members. Mandatory anti-hazing workshops are held each semester and all of the National organizations have strict risk management policies prohibiting all forms of hazing. Organizations are required to sponsor educational workshops for their members and the campus community. Any and all allegations of hazing are taken seriously and are investigated. Any individuals found to be involved in hazing activities may be brought before the Organizational Standards Judicial Board. In addition, hazing is a crime in the state of Pennsylvania and those involved may face criminal prosecution. Q. Will my son or daughter’s grades drop if they join a fraternity or sorority? A. Academics are the primary mission of the College and its organizations. As a result, Lycoming College monitors the grades of all of our Greek members and organizations on a semester basis. Currently, Lycoming’s Greek organizations maintain a grade point average equal to the all-men and all-women’s averages. Chapters that consistently fall below the all-college grade point average are placed on probation. In addition, each chapter has a designated Academic Chair who monitors the progress of each member and pledge. During the pledge education period, chapters are expected to spend at least ten hours a week in mandatory study periods. Each chapter has an advisor who assists the members with academic issues and goals. 28 Q. Is it expensive to join a fraternity or sorority? A. The costs of joining vary by group. All of Lycoming’s fraternities and one of the sororities are Inter/National organizations. That is, they have chapters across the United States and Canada. As a result, members will pay dues to the Inter/National Headquarters and to the local chapter. Local chapter dues are decided by the local membership. Inter/ National dues generally pay for insurance premiums, membership materials, and services provided by the Headquarters. The three local sororities set their own fees with which they maintain insurance, and operate their organizations. A recent national survey showed that members of Greek organizations spend, on average, only 5% of their income on Greek related expenses. Q. What fraternities and sororities are currently on the Lycoming College campus? A. Lycoming College is currently home to 2 National Sororities, 3 Local Sororities, and 5 National Fraternities. Our groups are: Alpha Rho Omega, Alpha Sigma Tau, Alpha Xi Delta, Beta Phi Gamma, Gamma Delta Sigma, Kappa Delta Rho, Lambda Chi Alpha, Phi Kappa Psi, Phi Mu Delta, and Tau Kappa Epsilon. Q. How does the College hold fraternities and sororities accountable for their actions? A. Fraternities and sororities, like all campus organizations, may be brought before the campus discipline system any time their behavior warrants action. In addition, all Greek organizations work closely with the Assistant Director of Student Programs. The Assistant Director lives in campus housing and is available to work with the groups if an incident occurs. Q. Are there any offcampus fraternity or sorority houses? A. No, the City of Williamsport has placed restrictions on the number of people living in a housing unit. Years ago, the College made the decision to house its Greek organizations on special floors in East Hall and Wesley Hall. The floors come with a lounge, library, and kitchen facilities. These floors are self-managed by the officers and report to the Assistant Director of Student Programs. HEALTH CARE Q. What services are available for students with special concerns? A. Students with special medical concerns should speak to the Nurse Director about their needs. The Health Center can work with their family doctor or help make referrals to specialists in the community to help meet their needs. Q. Is our family’s medical plan sufficient for a student at College? A. Parents should review their current insurance plan carefully. If students are covered under a Managed Care Plan (HMO’s, PPO’s, POS’s) parents and students should be familiar with the rules for accessing health care away from home. Q. What student health information should the College be made aware of? A. Student Health records are confidential and information is not shared with other members of the College without the student’s permission. Students with special medical needs should consider who needs this information and share the information as appropriate. Q. If a student has special medical needs can the College accommodate them? A. Students with special medical needs should speak with the nurse director about any special accommodations. Residential students should contact the Residence Life Office with documented needs for special living accommodations. Q. Is there a doctor or other medical professionals on campus? A. The Health Center is staffed by a full time and part time RN, appointments are highly recommended since other responsibilities take the nurse away from the Clinic from time to time. A doctor is available to students several hours a week; appointments are necessary and can be made after being seen by the nurse. Q. How far is the nearest hospital/emergency room? A. The Williamsport Medical Center is approximately 1-1.5 miles from campus. Q. Does the College transport students to doctors’ offices or the hospital? A. Students are responsible for their own transportation for off campus health care. Safety and Security will transport students to the Emergency Room or phone for an ambulance as appropriate. Q. If a student goes to the hospital for emergency medical attention will the family be notified? A. Parents are not automatically notified if students are taken to the hospital (students often go to the ER without Health Services knowledge). Parents are notified if students are transported to the hospital for alcohol reasons. If a student requests the Health Center staff to contact parents, or the staff otherwise feels this is appropriate, then parents are notified. It is important, therefore, that parents or students keep the College informed of any change in address or phone number where parents can be contacted. Q. What if a student becomes sick while at college? Ill students have several options. If students are close enough to home they may choose to continue seeing their family doctor. Students may also opt to use the college’s health services which is open Monday through Friday 8:30am - 4:00pm. Students may also decide to use community resources such as the Community Health Clinic at the Divine Providence Hospital (approximately 1 mile from campus). Q. Are students excused from classes if they become sick? A. Health Services does not write class excuses for routine illnesses such as colds, flu, sore throat, headache, stomach ache, diarrhea, etc. Students should speak with their individual professors about making up work missed due to illness. If a student has a serious illness requiring extended bed rest or hospitalization the Health Center will assist the student in providing documentation for missed work. Q. Are medical records kept confidential? A. All student health records are kept confidential and if a student is over 18 years of age this includes parents. The student must give permission before information will be released. 29 Q. Should my son or daughter get the meningitis shot? A. The American College Health Association recommends freshman living in the residence halls should become educated about meningitis and consider vaccination. A new law in Pennsylvania (effective August 30, 2002) requires the meningitis vaccination or a signed waiver for medical/religious/ ethical reasons for all students living in residence halls. Students unable to get the vaccination from their family doctors may make arrangements though Health Services to get the shot. Q. What is the procedure for obtaining information about the health status of our son or daughter? A. Parents who want information regarding their son/ daughters health status should first speak with their son/daughter! If parents have further questions the student should call the Health Center to give the staff permission to speak with parents. Q. My student waived the College health insurance policy. Can they use the Student Health Center? A. All students are welcome to take advantage of the many services provided at the Health Center regardless of purchase of the school health insurance. All students are required however to be covered by some health insurance plan either a parent’s plan or the school’s plan. MAIL SERVICE Q. How should I address mail to my son or daughter? A. First Line ................................................... Student Name Second Line .................................. Campus Box Number Third Line .............................................700 College Place Fourth Line .........................................Lycoming College Fifth Line ...........................Williamsport, PA 17701-5192 Q. How should large packages be addressed to ensure that they get to my student? A. Some package carriers will not deliver to Post Office Boxes. Lycoming has a central post office that assigns each student a campus box. Local carriers know our system and will deliver packages. To ensure deliver of packages, address as above and if needed explain the system to your local carrier. Q. Will mail be forwarded to my son or daughter during breaks and over the summer? A. During the summer and after graduation, all first class mail is forwarded. Second and third class mail is not forwarded by the College’s mailroom. It is the student’s responsibility to notify all correspondents of their change of address. 30 PERSONAL CONDUCT Q. Does the College hold all students to standards for personal conduct? A. Yes. Because we live in a community that values ethical behavior, reasonable discourse (instead of rash action), and respect for the dignity of each community member, we have a Code of Student Conduct that lists the types of behavior that are not allowed on campus. You can find the Code of Student Conduct at http://www.lycoming.edu/stuaff/ handbook/codeofconduct.htm Q. If my son or daughter gets in trouble will I be notified? A. No and yes. For minor violations, such as noise, first alcohol offense, prohibited items, you will not be notified. We believe that in these kinds of situations, students can determine whether or not their parents will be involved. For more major violations, such as drug possession, a second or subsequent alcohol offense, or if the student is facing possible suspension from college, parents will be notified via mail or phone call. We believe that when parents are involved, we can be much more effective in encouraging good citizenship and better the chances for future success and continuation at the College. Q. What happens to students who violate the Code of Student Conduct? A. If a student is accused of violating the Code of Student Conduct, they may have an administrative hearing, or a hearing with one of the College’s disciplinary hearing bodies. In many cases students have the option of negotiating a sanction with the hearing officer. The most serious cases are sent to the College-Wide Disciplinary Board, which has the option to suspend students from the College. Students found responsible for violating the Code may be given educational assignments, fines, work hours, make restitution, loss of the privilege to represent the college in athletic or extracurricular activities, placement on disciplinary probation, suspension from residence halls or separation from the College. Q. Can students be arrested for infractions that occur on campus? A. Lycoming College cooperates fully with the state and local authorities in matters of criminal activity. Some infractions of the Code of Student Conduct are serious enough to bring criminal charges in addition to disciplinary action by the College. The types of incidents likely to be referred offcampus, include, but are not limited to: drug law violations, physical or sexual assault, tampering with fire safety equipment, or fraud. Q. If students get in trouble off campus, will the College get involved? A. In cases when the College’s interests are affected (which most frequently occurs in the case of serious criminal allegations), the College has the authority to take action through its disciplinary system. PERSONAL EMERGENCIES Q. Who should we contact if there is a family emergency that needs the attention of the student? A. On Weekends and After 4:30 p.m. on Weekdays: If you can’t reach your student, contact the Office of Safety and Security at (570) 321-4604. A staff member from Security or from the Student Affairs Division will work with you to make contact with your student. On Weekdays (Between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m): Contact the Dean of Student Affairs Office at (570) 321-4039. The Dean or a member of the Student Affairs staff is available to discuss any special concern or to help a student in a crisis situation. RECREATION Q. What recreation activities and facilities are available to students? A. All students are welcome to use the fitness center and free weight facility located in Lamade Gymnasium and the new Recreation Center. Both of these facilities include state of the art equipment. The main floor of Lamade Gym is available to students when not being used for class and varsity practices, while the Recreation Center will be available during open hours. The new 54,000 square foot Recreation Center includes four basketball courts, with options for tennis and volleyball, an 1/8 mile indoor track, expanded weight room and a new cardio room including treadmills, ellipticals, bikes and rowers. Also, the swimming pool has open swim during the day and weekends when lifeguards are available. A steam room and sauna are available for use by all students and are located on the lower level of the gym. Green space on the Quad and in the South Quad is available for students to use for outdoors activities. Q. Are there athletic options for non-intercollegiate athletes? A. The intramural sports program offers a variety of activities throughout the academic year. Yearly we offer 8 - 10 intramural sports that are open to all students. The number of sports will increase this Fall, with the addition of the new Recreation Center. Q. What sports are offered for participation? A. The recreation and intramural sports website will have up to date information on what sports are available and when registration occurs. Check out our website in the Fall at http://www.lycoming.edu/ intramurals/. Q. How do I register a team for intramural sports? A. All rosters can be submitted online from a link on the recreation and intramural sports website. The schedules will be posted on the website. Q. How can I join a team? A. While we try to recommend that students find their own team to participate with, if you do not already have a team, come to the captain’s meeting and we will try to place you on a team. Q. Does my insurance cover students injured while participating in athletic or recreational events? A. For athletics, intramurals, and recreational activities sponsored by the College the parent’s primary insurance will be used for students who might be injured. Varsity student-athletes also receive secondary coverage that is provided by the College. 31 Q. Are there opportunities for outdoor recreation/ adventure? A. Williamsport and the surrounding area provide many opportunities to explore. State parks, streams, mountains, and other natural wonders surround the Williamsport area. The College has an outdoor recreation club that plans a variety of recreational events. RESIDENCE LIFE Q. Are students required to live on campus? A. As a residential college, Lycoming College requires all full-time students to live in college housing and participate in the College board plan each semester of the academic year that they are enrolled. Students who are 23 years of age or older, married, have dependents, or live with their legal guardians within a 40 mile radius of the campus are eligible to commute. We do not provide housing for students who have dependent children living with them. Q. Will the College make housing arrangements for my son or daughter? A. Initially, your son/daughter will indicate their intent to live on campus housing when s/he confirms their admission to Lycoming. In late April/early May a mailing is prepared for all incoming freshmen that includes directions for accessing Orientation information and a Housing License on-line. Once received by the Residence Life Office, the Housing License confirms your son/daughter as a resident student. Q. Are residence halls co-ed or single sex? A. With the exception of Rich Hall, which houses upper class women, our residence halls are co-ed by wing. This means that women live on one side of the floor with their own bathroom and men live on the other side with a second bathroom. Our Greek floors are single gender as are the College Apartments. 32 Q. How many roommates will my son or daughter have? A. Most students live in double rooms with one other student. There are a number of rooms on campus, available to upper class students that are built as triple rooms. In four of our upper class halls, students live in “suites” where two rooms are joined by a bathroom. We sometimes have a greater number of freshmen resident students than can be accommodated in our freshman residence areas. When this is the case, we temporarily triple students. We adjust the furniture in the rooms to provide a pair of bunkable beds, a lofted bed, and an additional desk, desk chair, desk lamp and dresser. Students in these rooms are given first option to move as vacancies arise. When students have the opportunity to move into a double, we refund student accounts one-third of their room rent for the time that they were in an unrequested triple room. We are very sensitive to the issues involved in these temporary triples and work with students to quickly address issues that may arise. Q. Can students choose their roommates? A. New students can choose their roommates if the request is mutual and it is received before assignments are made (usually late June/early July). Roughly one-third of our new students identify a roommate. Returning upper class students can select their room, hall, and roommate through our spring room selection process. Q. What system is used to match roommates? A. Students who have not identified a roommate are matched with a roommate based on the preferences indicated on their Housing License. It is very important that students, not parents, complete the Housing License truthfully; you may be mistaken in your belief that your son/daughter does not smoke or wants to live in a substance free area. Q. What happens if my son or daughter has a problem with their roommate that he/she can’t resolve? A. Successfully sharing a room with another person requires communication, collaboration, and compromise. While most students live well together, there are times when roommates do not get along. In these circumstances, we encourage students to turn to their Resident Advisor for assistance. S/he can serve as a neutral third-party and may be able to suggest ways to improve communication between roommates. If this is not successful, we frequently suggest a meeting with the RA and all roommates to get the issues out in the open and to negotiate a roommate agreement. Remember that resolution of tension and disagreements between two or more people requires cooperation from each of the involved individuals. You should not expect the problem to be “fixed” without wholehearted and full cooperation from all roommates, which may require your student to adjust behaviors as well as the roommate doing the same. It can be very difficult for a parent to hear that their student is having a tough time with a roommate and many parents understandably get emotionally involved. You can be most helpful to your student by listening, being supportive, and encouraging your student to speak directly with their roommate. If these steps are unsuccessful, you can refer your student to a residence hall staff member. Q. Are there quiet areas in the residence halls where students can study? A. All residence halls have lounges available to students for studying purposes. Halls that house freshmen have at least one multipurpose main lounge, for studying, socializing, and for community activities and meetings with the Resident Advisor. In Asbury, there are two small study rooms on each floor. In addition to these areas, students often utilize their own rooms, the library, Pennington Lounge, Jack’s Corner, and their favorite classroom or lab space to complete their academic work. Q. Does the College cover property, theft, or fire losses for residence hall rooms? A. We strongly encourage families to obtain renter’s insurance for their students’ belongings. You should also check with your homeowner’s policy for potential coverage of possessions housed at Lycoming. College insurance provides coverage for personal losses only after a significant deductible. Information about one company that provides renters insurance is included with the mailing of your new student’s housing assignment or you can go to http:/ /nssinc.com for more information about National Student Services products. Q. What are the student’s housing options? A. All freshmen live in our freshman residence areas in Asbury, Skeath and Wesley Halls. The staff in these halls have been selected specifically to work with freshmen and receive some additional training for these tasks. Our FYRST program www.lycoming.edu/ reslife/fyrst.htm includes a program series that addresses first year student issues and STudent Academic Resource (STAR) staff are available only in our freshman residence areas. Q. What furnishings are provided in residence hall rooms? A. Residence hall rooms include a bed, mattress, desk, desk chair, dresser space, closet, and a mirror. Students are encouraged to personalize and decorate their rooms and can find window and floor space measurements at www.lycoming.edu/ reslife. We do have a variety of guidelines to protect our residence hall facilities as well as policies that involve safety issues, such as fire. Please refer to www.lycoming.edu/ reslife/roomregs.htm for details. Students may rent at www.duraloft.com or provide their own lofts using our guidelines www.lycoming.edu/reslife/loft.htm. Compact refrigerators and small microwaves are permitted; refer to our web page for details. Q. What personal possessions should students bring to school with them? A. A list of recommended items to bring (and what not to bring!) can be found on our web page www.lycoming.edu/reslife. 33 Q. Are there intensive study or substance free residence halls? A. Our upper class housing includes the option to live on our LIFE floor (Living In a substance Free Environment) as well as our Creative Arts floor and Greek floors. Substance Free and Intensive Study floors are available in our FYRST areas if there is sufficient interest. Q. Are residence halls smoke-free? Is smoking allowed in individual rooms? A. Smoking is prohibited from all public areas of the residence hall (i.e., hallways, stairwells, lounges, laundry rooms, student rooms, etc.). Smoking is allowed in a residence hall room if all roommates agree and if the room is on a designated smoking floor. In order for a floor to be designated as a smoking floor, all residents must agree and approval must be sought from and granted by the Director of Residence Life. Residents also may smoke in lounges that are designated as smoking lounges. Q. How are residence halls supervised? A. Each residence hall floor is supervised by a Resident Advisor (RA), a full-time upper class student, responsible for the smooth functioning of one or more floors in a residence hall. In addition to handling many administrative tasks such as opening and closing the halls, check-in and checkout, maintenance reports, etc., the RA is there to help residents as individuals and as members of the floor community. RAs go through an extensive training process and are good resources if your student has any questions, problems, or concerns. The STudent Academic Resource (STAR) serves as an academic resource and facilitator in our first year residence halls. S/he is responsible for insuring programming on academic topics, providing students with information and referral services, and fostering a strong connection for students with their academic pursuits. STARs are full-time students, participate in detailed training, and are valuable resources concerning the College and its services. Student Life Coordinators are professional staff members responsible for supervision of the paraprofessional staff and overseeing the development of strong residence hall communities for several residence halls. The Student Life Coordinators also assume leadership responsibility for several functions within Residence Life and assume responsibility for a collateral assignment in such areas as Career Development, Student Discipline, and our FYRST program for freshmen residents. 34 Q. Are their curfews in the residence halls? A. Students are free to come and go within their assigned residence hall without a curfew or “bed check”. Q. Can students invite non-college guests to stay with them in the residence halls? A. Family and friends are welcome to visit students with some reasonable stipulations. First, the hosting students must register all non-student guests with the Office of Safety and Security in case of emergency. Also, students are accountable for the actions of their guests at all times, which means that the student should inform guests of College and residence hall policies. Guests (student and non-student) are permitted with approval of all room/apartment occupants. Overnight guests are permitted for no longer than three nights in a seven night period. Having overnight guests during the week is discouraged to help provide a study environment. Cohabitation (an individual not assigned to a room/ apartment, yet living there beyond guest guidelines) is not permitted. Students have the right to deny their roommate permission to have a guest (student or non-student, for a few hours or overnight). No student has the right to impose a guest or visitor on his or her roommate without the roommate’s specific permission. If you believe there are roommate difficulties in this particular area, please refer your student to their Resident Advisor or Student Life Coordinator. Q. Does the College provide summer storage? A. Unfortunately, the College is not able to provide storage services at any time of the year. There are several local storage companies available and many students will pitch in and share rental space for the summer. Q. What laundry facilities are available in the residence halls? A. There is a laundry room in each residence hall that includes washers and dryers. The number of machines varies by the size of the hall, but there is, on average, one washer and one dryer for every 30 residents. Per load, it is $1.00 to wash and $0.75 to dry. Q. Are residence hall rooms cleaned by the College? A. Housekeeping staff cleans the public areas and bathrooms of all residence halls, both community bathrooms and connecting bathrooms in suite-style halls. College apartment residents are responsible for cleaning their bathrooms. Students are responsible for cleaning their own rooms and emptying trash into public area containers. Vacuum cleaners are available to students through the residence hall staff. Q. Will residence halls be closed during all holidays? A. The residence halls close four times each year: Thanksgiving break, winter break, spring break, and at the conclusion of the spring semester. We realize that there are often personal and work circumstances that make it difficult to leave in accordance with our schedule. Students may request permission to stay late, to remain for several days of the break or for the entire break by contacting the Residence Life Office. There are several groups that must remain for some breaks (ie, athletic teams, tour choir, student teachers) and we work closely with these group sponsors/advisors to provide break housing for their students. Additional information can be found on the Office of Residence Life website serveral weeks prior to each break. Q. Are pets allowed in residence halls? A. Students may have fish in tanks or fish bowls in their rooms. There is no size limit to the tank, but students are limited to one tank per room. Q. Are residence halls air-conditioned? A. Unfortunately, none of our residence halls are airconditioned. There are a few weeks at the beginning and end of the academic year when the weather is warm and we do recommend that students bring a fan with them. Students with documented medical issues may request permission for an air conditioner. Students should contact the Residence Life Office immediately to initiate the approval process as it involves documentation from the student’s physician and a review by College staff. Q. Are there kitchen facilities in the residence halls? A. Yes, all of our residence halls include a kitchen with a stove and sink. Students are permitted to have one compact refrigerator per room (the maximum size is 200 watts or 1.1 amps, no larger than 1.7 cubic feet.) One small microwave (no larger than 1.0 cubic feet or less than 1050 kilowatts) is permitted per room. SAFETY AND SECURITY Q. Do students need a vehicle at Lycoming? A. No. Many students bring cars to campus. A ride is not hard to find. Williamsport City Bus also provides Lycoming students a free bus service that has stops on campus and covers the local area and mall. Q. Are students required to register their cars? A. Everyone who brings a car to campus must register it. Student registration is $60 a year provided the vehicle is registered by July 1. A late fee of $120 is charged to returning students if they register after July 1st of the academic year. Freshman and newly admitted students have two weeks to register their vehicle at the $60 annual fee. After two weeks the vehicle registration fee becomes $120. Temporary registration is free for up to two weeks per academic year. Obtaining a parking decal does not guarantee a parking space. Complete motor vehicle regulations are available on the internet at http://www.lycoming.edu/stuaff/handbook/motorvehicleregs.htm Q. Are there specific parking regulations on campus? A. Yes. Students must park in their appropriate lots between 7:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. After 5 they can park in Staff lots. All parking areas, except handicap spaces, may be used temporarily for up to 15 minutes as long as the four-way/emergency flashers are used. Q. What security precautions are in effect in the residence halls? A. Residence hall outside doors are locked each evening. Four Resident Advisors are on-duty each night of the academic year, making rounds through the halls, addressing safety issues, and helping community members maintain an appropriate environment. Patrol Officers also walk through the halls and provide support to the RAs as needed. Finally, professional staff from the Division of Student Affairs are on call and provide a final layer of support for unusual situations that may arise. Q. Do thefts occur in the residence halls? A. Unfortunately, there are some thefts in the residence halls each year. Most thefts occur when students fail to lock their rooms or when belongings are unattended. All thefts should be reported to the Office of Safety & Security immediately, no matter how minor. An Officer will write an incident report documenting the theft and this will allow the student to proceed with an insurance claim. 35 Q. What fire safety measures does the College provide in the residence halls? A. We take fire safety very seriously at Lycoming. Each residence hall room includes a smoke detector that is inspected and cleaned on a regular schedule. In accordance with local and national fire codes, fire extinguishers and smoke detectors are provided in public areas and are regularly inspected and serviced. Staff from the Department of Safety and Security conducts a supervised fire drill each fall semester. We also fully evacuate residence halls when the alarm sounds, regardless of time or weather. Patrol Officers enter each room to quickly determine if the room has been vacated and we address failing to leave (or returning to the hall early) through the disciplinary process. Q. How safe is it for my son or daughter to walk on campus at night? A. Campus is as safe as students make it! Many students feel too safe on campus and take unnecessary risks. We conduct lighting surveys, offer an escort program, and recommend students walk in-groups. Q. What crime occurs on campus? A. All types of crimes can and do happen on a college campus. We ask that students work with us to be partners in there safety. The most popular crimes that occur are alcohol-related crimes and crimes of convenience. Responsible alcohol use by those of legal age combined with locking doors and not leaving personal property unattended could greatly reduce crime on campus. Q. How large is the Safety and Security Department? A. There is a Director of Safety and Security, nine fulltime officers, four part time officers, and a full-time communications/secretary. There are also 12 students who work patrol, communications, and special events. For larger special events contract security officers supplement our security. Q. How are Security Officers trained and do they carry guns? A. Security Officers receive a variety of training that includes patrol procedures, crime prevention, first aid/CPR/AED, self-defense and crime reporting. Campus Security Officers are not sworn police and do not carry firearms. 36 STUDENT ACTIVITIES Q. What types of social activities are available during the week and on weekends? A. Activities such as dances, movies, comedians, karaoke, special events (casino nights, bingo nights, formal dances), trips, and concerts all provide opportunities for socializing at Lycoming. Many student organizations and College departments sponsor a variety of events for the campus community. Students can always find out what is happening on campus by reading: The Lycourier, the student newspaper; This Week at Lycoming; the weekly email of events, the monthly calendar, and the many posters and banners throughout campus. One of Lycoming’s popular spots is Jack’s Corner located in the Wertz Student Center. Jack’s provides a relaxed atmosphere with food and beverages. Jack’s is open each evening 5:00pm-1:00am, and on weekends 9:30pm-12:30am. Q. What types of cultural events are held on campus? A. There are a wide variety of cultural events held on campus each semester. Band and Choir concerts, Theatre productions, exhibits in the Art Gallery, poetry readings, films, and guest lecturers are just a few examples of this type of event. A number of student organizations and departments on campus also sponsor a wide variety of events. Q. Should my student join a student club/organization their first semester? A. Yes! During the first semester, it can be difficult to adjust to college’s academic schedule and responsibilities that are different than their high school responsibility. But it is important to also get involved! Involvement in life outside the classroom is important to becoming part of the Lycoming College community. There are over 70 clubs and organizations on campus, which range from academic clubs, social clubs, service clubs, and athletic clubs. Involvement helps to create a well-rounded student. Participation also creates strong friendships and attainment of life long skills. Q. Will involvement in clubs and organizations distract students from their academic work? A. Yes and No. Yes, sometimes students become overly involved, and they may find that they are unable to set aside appropriate amounts of time for homework and studying. It is important that the first year student makes sure to only take on as much as they can handle. It is okay to drop out of a club. If students are able to manage their time appropriately, then the answer is no, clubs and organizations will not distract from their academic work. Involvement in clubs and organizations can help students better utilize time. All clubs and organizations also help to enhance the classroom experience; some clear-cut examples are a Criminal Justice major joining the Criminal Justice Society, or a Communication Major joining the radio station. Clubs and organizations also offer some challenging experiences that help to create a better student. These experiences include speaking in front of peers, creating clear arguments, being able to communicate their club or organization’s purpose, and working with others. When a student is able to balance time for their academics and involvement, they have the best of the Lycoming College experience! Q. How do students get involved in clubs or organizations? A. There are over 70 clubs and organizations that exist to serve the broad range of student interests. They include governance, sports and recreation, ethnic and religious, living/residential, social, academic honoraries, community service, and Greek organizations. Student organizations are eager to involve new students as members. The Involvement Fair is held on the first Wednesday of classes of the fall semester. Many student organizations and community organizations have booths set up to introduce students to their activities. The Office of Student Programs and Leadership Development (third floor, Wertz Student Center) is a place where students can go to get information about student clubs and organizations, their activities, and ways to get involved. Throughout the year, organizations will post notices on campus and in This Week at Lycoming, announcing their meetings, programs, and opportunities for involvement. Q. What leadership opportunities are available for students? A. Many student organizations and campus departments provide students with leadership opportunities. The Office of Student Programs and Leadership Development also sponsors a variety of training and development opportunities for students. These opportunities are advertised throughout the year. In addition, some excellent leadership opportunities are available by becoming involved in Student Senate, Peer Counselors, Peer Ministers, Career Consultants, Resident Advisors, and Student Orientation Staff. Q. What is the Student Activity Fee and what does it pay for? A. The Student Activity Fee of $125 per year is required of all full-time students. The fee is used for the support of the following programs that benefit the entire campus: programs of cultural and educational enrichment, recreational and social activities, student publications and other media, assistance to recognized student organizations for activities that are of educational, cultural, recreational, or social nature, insurance related to conduct organizational programs, administration of organizational programs, transportation in support of organizational programs, student services to supplement or add to those provided by the College, and remuneration to Executive officers for service to the Student Senate of Lycoming College. SPIRITUALITY/RELIGION Q. What religious services or activities are available to students? A. United Campus Ministry provides Thursday night fellowship and faith sharing and Bible study groups. The Campus Ministers provide on and off campus spiritual life retreats and special seasonal services in Clarke Chapel. The United Campus Ministry Center, located in the basement of Clarke Chapel provides room for prayer, meetings, dinners, relaxation and a large screen TV. Q. Is College staff available to help students with their spiritual growth? A. Campus Ministry is staffed by a Roman Catholic sister, IHM, and United Methodist minister who provides an ecumenical ministry to all members and faith traditions of the College community. 37 Q. What religious opportunities are available oncampus? A. The Uniuted Campus Ministry Center works with all faith traditions in the community to provide a wide variety of faith experiences, i.e. worship, choirs, youth ministry, and religious education. Q. Do students have access to cable television in their rooms? A.A cable jack is provided in each room with access to over 60 channels, including Lyco2 and the College Bulletin Board. Remember to bring your own patch cable to connect the TV. Q. Are other places of worship readily accessible in the local community? A. Yes! A large variety of churches, synagogues, and other places of worship are located within walking distance from the College. Many places of worship will make arrangements to transport students interested in attending their services. In order to find more information about the location of a specific denomination or place of worship, please contact the United Campus Ministry (570) 321-4065 or access the webpage of the United Churches of Lycoming County at www.uclc.org. TEXTBOOKS/CAMPUS STORE TELEVISION AND PHONE SERVICE Q. Do students have their own phone and voice mail? A. A phone line is provided to each room and every student has a personal voice mail box that can easily be accessed from on campus and off campus. Students should bring their own phone. Some students get confused when setting up their voice mail. Telecommunications Services will assist any students in setting up their voice mail box. A monthly bill is sent to the student’s campus mail box that only charges for itemized calls. All other fees are incorporated into the Technology Fee. Q. What method of payment can students use to purchase their textbooks? A. Textbooks can be purchased using cash, personal checks, MasterCard or Visa. Students may, also, use their accounts to purchase their books. Q. Can textbooks be returned? A. Textbooks can be returned for full refunds until the end of drop/add period provided the student has the receipt of payment and the textbooks are in original condition including the packaging. Q. Can students buy and sell used textbooks? A. Used books can be purchased at the Bookstore on a first come first serve basis. At the end of each semester students have the option of selling back their books to a used buyback program coordinated by the bookstore. Q. What other services are available to the students at the Bookstore? A. Students are able to purchase supplies, sundries, clothing and postage stamps. Film developing is offered along with information on ordering school rings. FIRST SEMESTER ADJUSTMENT ISSUES Going off to college is a time of great excitement mixed with many challenges for both the entering student and their family. Many issues in regards to personal freedom, academic expectations, and relationships arise as students and their families deal with new situations and challenges. Over the years, the staff at Lycoming College has seen and dealt with many students and their families as they face these challenges. The following is a brief calendar that outlines some of the most common adjustment issues that new students and their families face and provide suggestions on how families can provide appropriate assistance. August Family Assistance: Acknowledge fears and anxieties and offer encouragement. Encourage student to contact roommate and coordinate what they will bring to campus. This is also a great time to discuss finances, alcohol use, and personal spirituality, and make banking arrangements. Student Issue: Prior to leaving for college may feel great excitement about being on their own and experience anxiety over leaving a familiar home life and high school friends. 38 FIRST SEMESTER ADJUSTMENT ISSUES Student Issue: Roommate conflicts are very common as students negotiate issues of personal space, hours, and lifestyle differences. Family Assistance: Don’t rush in to help! Encourage roommates to communicate their difference and develop contract of appropriate behavior in the shared space. RA’s and residence life staff are available to provide assistance. September Student Issue: The first several weeks at college are very stressful due to unfamiliar surroundings, different schedules, and new friends. Family Assistance: Encourage your student to get involved in campus activities. There is a variety of clubs and organizations, academic societies, social fraternities and sororities, and varsity and intramural athletics that provide students with a support system that makes the transition to college life easier. Student Issue: Higher academic expectations at the college level cause stress. Family Assistance: Encourage students to participate in class, put in the adequate time on their studies, and seek extra help from faculty or the Academic Resource Center if they are feeling overwhelmed. Help students make a schedule that includes classtime, work, study time and time for recreation. October of them during this stressful time. A care package is always a welcome pressure reliever. Remind them that Long Weekend is just around the corner (October 15 - 17). Student Issue: Meeting hundreds of new friends, often threatens or breaks-up boyfriend/girlfriend relationships from high school. Family Assistance: The wisdom of age is your best ally on this difficult issue. Try and place yourself in your student’s shoes and provide the gentle encouragement that time will heal these wounds. November Student Issue: Academic pressure may be mounting due to the difficulty of the workload. Procrastination with research papers and large assignments can cause students to feel overwhelmed as deadlines loom on the horizon. Depression and anxiety can also surface in the preregistration process for spring semester classes as students question their academic ability and major choices. Family Assistance: Encourage students to seek assistance from faculty and staff. The Writing Center can help with papers, faculty can provide preregistration assistance. If you notice depression encourage students to make an appointment with the Counseling Center. Check in with your student often to provide support and check for follow-up. Thanksgiving Break is just around the corner. (November 23 - 28). Students can use this time to relax and unwind or catch-up. Student Issue: A feeling of homesickness is common in the first four weeks of college. Family Assistance: Call, write, and e-mail frequently to provide support and keep the student connected with home. Discourage your student from coming home for the first month if possible. Plan on attending Family Weekend (October 8 - 10). December Student Issue: Mid-term testing and grades cause added stress and may cause students to question their academic abilities. Family Assistance: Keep in contact, ask your student about upcoming tests and projects and call, write or e-mail to find out how they did. Let your student know you are thinking Student Issue: Students often find it difficult to readjust to “House Rules” while they are at home for the holiday break. Family Assistance: Understand the readjustment issues your student is facing. Communicate to determine the “Rules of the House” that everyone can live comfortably with while students are at home during break. Student Issue: This is the busiest time of the academic year. Students can get overwhelmed by all the goings on academically and socially. Family Assistance: Remind your student that time management is critical. Prioritize your tasks to get the schoolwork done first. 39 DIRECTIONS AND CAMPUS MAP DIRECTIONS TO LYCOMING COLLEGE From the East Heading west on Interstate 80, exit at 210 B, Route 15 North, and continue for approximately 17 miles. Proceed through South Williamsport and move into the left lane as you cross over the Market Street Bridge and Susquehanna River. Continue on Market Street to the third traffic light and turn right onto Little League Boulevard. Proceed one block and turn left onto Mulberry Street. Park in the lot in front of the Academic Center (the first lot to your right). For those coming from the Philadelphia or the Southern New Jersey area, we suggest you take Route 476 (Northeast Extension) to Interstate 80. From the West Driving east on Interstate 80, take Exit 178 (Lock Haven) and proceed along Route 220 North for 36 miles. As you approach Williamsport, Route 220 North joins I-180 East and 15 South. Stay in the Route 15 South-Lewisburg lane and take Exit 27 B (you will see a sign with an arrow directing you to the Business District, Lycoming College and the Little League Museum). Proceed along the frontage road to the third traffic light and turn left onto 40 Mulberry Street. Continue north on Mulberry through two traffic lights. The college is located just ahead. You may park in the lot in front of the Academic Center (the first lot to your right). From the North As you enter Williamsport, Route 15 South merges with I180 East and 220 North. Stay in the South-Lewisburg lane and take Exit 27 B (you will see a sign with an arrow directing you to the Business District, Lycoming College and the Little League Museum). Proceed along the frontage road to the third traffic light and turn left onto Mulberry Street. Continue north on Mulberry through two traffic lights. The college is located just ahead. You may park in the lot in front of the Academic Center (the first lot to your right). From the South Heading north on Route 15, move to the left lane as you cross over the Market Street Bridge and Susquehanna River. Continue on Market Street to the third traffic light and turn right onto Little League Boulevard. Proceed one block and turn left onto Mulberry Street. Park in the lot in front of the Academic Center (the first lot to your right). COMMUNITY INFORMATION The Williamsport area is rich in history, tradition and diversity. Here you can enjoy all the amenities of twentyfirst century culture and technology and still never be far from the natural beauty of the Appalachian Mountains or the Susquehanna River. The Williamsport area provides all the amenities that College students need and enjoy. Students and their families can absorb the culture provided by local theatres, museums, dance troupes, symphonies, etc. The area is blessed to be a regional provider of financial, health, and government services. A variety of dining experiences, shopping, and other attractions are waiting to be explored by our students and their families. A searchable list of the recreational and cultural activities that take place in the Williamsport area are listed on the internet at http://www.lycoming.edu/ stuaff/thingstodo.htm Lycoming College’s physical location and relationship with the City of Williamsport is ideal. With the city immediately outside of our gates, many students work, learn, intern, and volunteer in organizations in and around the City of Williamsport. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ENTERTAINMENT AND CULTURE PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION Q. What entertainment and cultural opportunities are available in Williamsport? A. Within walking distance of campus are many opportunities for entertainment and cultural enrichment. The Community Theatre League and the Community Arts Center both provide performances throughout the year ranging from musicals, plays, films, bands, and comedians. The College purchases several tickets for shows at the Community Arts Center and offer these tickets to students, free of charge. Information about these tickets is sent to students in early September. A number of local establishments also provide coffeehouse performers and bands throughout the year. Q. Is there public transportation in Williamsport? A. Yes. The community has an excellent bus system with routes that pass the boundaries of the College and extend to the Lycoming Mall and many other local attractions. The Lyco Pass Program provides free access to all bus routes for any full-time Lycoming Student who possess a valid student identification. For more information, bus routes and schedules check out the website at www.citybus.org/. SAFETY Q. Is there public transportation to and from Williamsport? A. Yes. The Trailways bus line has a terminal in Williamsport with daily service to New York City, to Philadelphia (and points in between) with connections to cities nationwide. Information about bus schedules can be obtained by calling Susquehanna Trailways at 1-800-692-6314. Q. Is the City of Williamsport a safe community? A. The City of Williamsport has about 25,000 residents and like all cities of this size there is crime. The city is as safe as our students make it. Students should always be aware of their surroundings and take protective measures both on-campus and in the city and surrounding area. The closest airport (Williamsport Regional Airport) is less than 3 miles away. It is served by US Airways Express with daily flights to the hubs of Philadelphia and Pittsburgh. Contact US Airways at 1-800-428-4322 or http://www.usairways.com/ . It is recommended that students walk in groups, especially after dark. Williamsport is not served by passenger trains. The closest Amtrak station is located in Harrisburg, PA (approximately 85 miles from campus). The phone number is 1-800-872-7245. 41 DIRECTORY OF LOCAL BUSINESS AND SERVICES BANKS Citizens & Northern Bank 3461 Route 405 Muncy, PA 17756 (570) 546-6666 FNB Bank, N.A. 1732 East Third Street Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 323-9433 Jersey Shore State Bank 300 Market Street Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 748-9605 Legacy Bank 120 West Fourth Street Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 323-3000 M&T Bank 405 River Avenue Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 327-1174 Northwest Savings Bank 815 Westminster Drive Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 321-1620 PNC Bank, N. A. 137 West Fourth Street Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 326-2411 Sovereign Bank 33 West Third Street PO Box 308 Williamsport, PA 17703 (570) 327- 5025 SunBank 90 Maynard Street Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 322-2166 42 Waypoint Bank 911 Westminster Drive Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 601-1270 John Knox Farm 605 Plank Road Jersey Shore, PA 17740 (570) 398-1797 WNB Bank 329 Pine Street Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 326-2431 Serene View Farm 80 Engle Mill Lane Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 478-2477 Woodlands Bank 2450 East Third Street Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 327-5263 Snyder House Victorian B & B 411 West Fourth Street Williamsport, PA 17754 (570) 494-0835 BED AND BREAKFASTS FLORISTS Bodine House 307 South Main Street Muncy, PA 17756-1507 (570) 546-8949 Cedar Run Inn Beulahland Road Cedar Run, PA 17727 (570) 353-6241 Eagles Mere Inn Mary Avenue Eagles Mere, PA 17731-0356 (570) 525-3273 Gamble Farm Inn & Pub 311 North Main Street Jersey Shore, PA 17740 (570) 398-1981 Governor Shulze House 748 Broad Street Montoursville, PA 17754 (570) 368-8966 Hotel Manor PO Box 54, 392 Slate Run Road Slate Run, PA 17769 (570) 753-8414 Enchanted Florist & Greenhouse 663 Herdic St Williamsport, PA 17701-4799 (570) 323-7153 Grieco’s Floral Design 800 Washington Blvd. Williamsport, PA 17701-3914 (570) 321-9113 Hall’s Florist 801 E 3rd St Williamsport, PA 17701-5487 (570) 326-9441 Hometown Floral & Gift 4 W Southern Ave Williamsport, PA 17702-7346 (570) 323-9664 J C Floral & Gift Inc 30 W 3rd St Williamsport, PA 17701-6513 (570)323-8525 Janet’s Floral Creations 1718 Four Mile Dr Williamsport, PA 17701-1990 (570) 326-7393 Lady Di’s Floral & Garden Art 152 W 4th St # 1FR Williamsport, PA 17701-6105 (570) 322-7211 Melinda’s Flowers & Gifts 1854 E 3rd St Williamsport, PA 17701-3923 (570) 323-6363 Family Center - Reproductive Health Services 777 Rural Ave Williamsport, PA 17701-3109 (570) 321-3131 JEWELERS Nik’s Goldworks 149 E 3rd St Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 323-4566 Petro’s Jewelers 201 Basin St Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 322-8000 My Country Creations 523 Market St Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 323-9951 Ann Mc Kay Studio 441 Market St Williamsport, PA 17701-6340 (570) 320-0866 Rick D Mahonski 829 W Southern Ave S. Williamsport, PA 17702 (570) 322-2516 Sallie’s Floral Boutique 2443 E 3rd St Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 327-9426 Bald Eagle Rocks & Gems 202 Basin St Williamsport, PA 17701-5302 (570) 322-2758 Trebecca 600 Cemetery St Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 326-0691 Sweet Evergreen Florist 40 W 4th St Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 320-0308 C A Shire Jewelers 456 River Ave Williamsport, PA 17701-3723 (570) 323-7654 LIBRARY Wally Wentz Florist Inc 1301 High St Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 326-4197 E R Kinley & Sons Jewelers 131 W 4th St Williamsport, PA 17701-6110 (570) 323-6740 GOLF COURSES Ed Williams Custom Jewelry 1165 Penn St Williamsport, PA 17701-2457 (570) 322-4388 Turbot Hills Golf Course State Route 405 N Milton, PA 17847 (570) 742-2527 White Deer Park & Golf Course 352 Allenwood Camp Ln Montgomery, PA 17752-9300 (570) 547-2186 HOSPITALS/MEDICAL CLINICS Susquehanna Health System Williamsport Campus 777 Rural Ave Williamsport, PA 17701-3198 (570) 321-1000 Community Health Center 1100 Grampian Blvd Williamsport, PA 17701-1909 (570) 326-8700 Goldcrafter’s Corner 54 Washington Blvd. Williamsport, PA 17701-6408 (570) 322-6681 J C Greenya 46 W 4th St Williamsport, PA 17701-6213 (570) 322-7401 James Meyer Co 676 Morgan Valley Rd Williamsport, PA 17702-8802 (570) 745-3532 Marc Williams Goldsmith 430 William St Williamsport, PA 17701-6109 (570) 322-4248 James V Brown Library 19 E 4th St Williamsport, PA 17701-6301 (570) 326-0536 LODGING Colonial Motor Lodge 1959 East Third Street Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 322-6161 Econo Lodge of Williamsport 2019 East Third Street Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 326-1501 Genetti Hotel 200 West Fourth Street Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 326-6600 Hampton Inn 140 Via Bella Street Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 323-6190 Holiday Inn/T.G.I. Friday’s Complex 1840 East Third Street Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 326-1981 43 Jefferson Square Corporate Suites & Executive Offices 726 Washington Boulevard Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 322-7623 Watson Theatre 131 Main St Watsontown, PA 17777-1706 (570) 538-1778 King’s Inn & Restaurant 590 Montgomery Pike, Route 15 South Williamsport, PA 17702 (570) 322-4707 MUSEUMS Quality Inn 234 Montgomery Pike, Rt. 15 PO Box 1866 Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 323-9801 Radisson Hotel 100 Pine Street Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 327-8231 Super 8 Motel 2815 Old Montoursville Road Montoursville, PA 17754 (570) 368-8111 White Deer Motel 6967 Route 15 Highway Montgomery, PA 17752 (570) 547-1007 MOVIE THEATRES Great Escape Lycoming Mall Circle Muncy, PA 17756 (570) 546-9519 Movies At Lycoming Mall Lycoming Mall Muncy, PA 17756 (570) 546-8231 Ritz Theatre 9 N Main St Muncy, PA 17756-1003 (570) 546-3740 Roxy Theatre East Main St Lock Haven, PA 17745 (570) 748-5606 44 Childrens Discovery Workshop 343 W 4th St Williamsport, PA 17701-6401 (570) 322-5437 Little League Baseball Museum US Highway 15 S Williamsport, PA 17702 (570 )326-3607 Lycoming Cty Historical Museum 858 W 4th St Williamsport, PA 17701-5824 (570) 326-3326 Medicine Shoppe Pharmacy 463 Hepburn St Williamsport, PA 17701-6122 (570) 323-7733 Rite Aid Pharmacy 14 5th St Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 321-9350 Wegmans Food Pharmacy 201 William St Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 320-8787 Weis Markets Pharmacy 305 River Ave Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 322-5597 Weis Markets Pharmacy 620 W 3rd St Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 326-1650 PHARMACIES CVS Pharmacy 1848 Lycoming Creek Rd Williamsport, PA 17701-1205 (570) 323-6414 E H Bernstine Pharmacy 2424 W 4th St Williamsport, PA 17701-4231 (570) 322-4665 Eckerd Drug 1913 E 3rd St Williamsport, PA 17701-3901 (570) 323-0402 Giant Food Store 1969 E 3rd St Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 329-2002 Health Services Pharmacy 1201 Grampian Blvd # 1H Williamsport, PA 17701-1967 (570) 326-8109 Medicap Pharmacy 401 Washington Blvd Williamsport, PA 17701-5218 (570) 323-7344 RESTAURANTS FINE DINING Di Salvo’s Restaurant 341 E 4th St Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 327-1200 Le Jeune Chef Restaurant 1 College Ave Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 327-4776 Peter Herdic House Restaurant 407 W 4th St Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 322-0165 Thirty-Three East 33 E 3rd St Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 322-1900 CASUAL DINING Benjie’s 350 Hughes St Williamsport, PA 17701-2348 (570) 327-1553 Bonanza 1503 E 3rd St Williamsport, PA 17701-5472 (570) 326-7114 Hoss’s Steak & Sea House 1954 E 3rd St Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 326-0838 New China Royal 331 Washington Blvd Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 323-2858 Bridge Tavern 222 Market St Williamsport, PA 17701-6615 (570) 327-8433 Huckleberry’s Restaurant 445 River Ave Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 327-5200 New China Royal Chinese Restaurant 418 Washington Blvd Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 326-3800 Bullfrog Brewery 229 W 4th St Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 326-4700 Joey’s Place 505 Washington Blvd Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 322-9619 Bojangles Ribs & Wings 1170 W 4th St Williamsport, PA 17701-5701 (570) 322-4755 Julie’s Coffee 33 W 3rd St Williamsport, PA 17701 (570)327-9527 China Star Restaurant 435 1/2 Hepburn St Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 326-3856 Kansas City Steakhouse 100 Pine St Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 327-8500 Coffee & Tea Room 125 W 4th St Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 326-1760 Legends Restaurant 200 W 4th St Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 326-6600 Denny’s 1716 E 3rd St Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 323-4649 Lobster Lounge 939 Westminster Dr Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 322-7128 Franco’s Lounge 12 W 4th St Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 327-1840 The Lodge Bar and Grill 2019 E 3rd St Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 326-1501 Great Wall Chinese Restaurant 1780 E 3rd St Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 322-8822 Mercaldo’s Boulevard Cafe 631 Washington Blvd Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 323-5159 Happy Chinese Kitchen 1969 E 3rd St Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 321-7670 Morrone’s Lounge Route 15 S Williamsport, PA 17702 (570) 322-1222 Harvest Moon Inc 535 Arch St Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 327-8151 Mulberry Street Cafe 166 Mulberry St Williamsport, PA17701 (570) 322-9423 Old Corner Hotel 328 Court St Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 326-4286 Olive Garden 1825 E 3rd St Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 321-9250 Olive Tree 169 W 3rd St Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 326-4493 Perkins Family Restaurant 160 Via Bella St Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 323-4114 Red Lobster Restaurant 1951 E 3rd St Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 323-0423 Rivals 420 River Ave Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 322-6750 Riviera 2868 Reach Rd Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 323-3549 Super Crown Buffet 1955 E 3rd St Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 322-4833 Tag’s Bar & Grill 1254 Memorial Ave Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 322-9288 45 TGI Friday’s 1840 E 3rd St Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 320-8443 Heavenly Pasteria 135 W 3rd St Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 327-9035 Fashion Bug 1939 E 3rd St Williamsport, PA 17701-3901 (570) 323-8439 Triangle Tavern 300 Shiffler Ave Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 322-9945 Pizza Hut 1729 E 3rd St Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 323-8967 TJ Maxx 1734 East Third Street Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 329-1415 Villa 2016 E 3rd St Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 323-5533 Pudgies Pizza & Sub Shop 2028 Lycoming Creek Rd Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 322-0300 FAST FOOD Arby’s 1726 E 3rd St Williamsport, PA 17701-3848 (570) 322-2336 Subway Sandwiches & Salads 1733 E 3rd St Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 322-5710 Burger King 611 Washington Blvd Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 323-1741 Kentucky Fried Chicken 1850 E 3rd St Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 322-2345 Long John Silver’s 1739 E 3rd St Williamsport, PA 17701 (570)326-0351 McDonald’s 1730 E 3rd St Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 323-4880 Taco Bell 1837 E 3rd St Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 322-2273 Wendy’s 305 Washington Blvd Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 322-0060 PIZZA & SUBS Domino’s Pizza 1311 Washington Blvd Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 322-2022 46 Two Boys From Italy Pizza 402 Washington Blvd Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 323-2871 Venice Pizza Shop 1875 E 3rd St Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 327-8667 Vinnies’ Italian Eatery 44 W 4th St Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 326-1998 SHOPPING MEN’S CLOTHING Clothier 138 W 4th St Williamsport, PA 17701-6105 (570) 322-5707 The Gap 300 Lycoming Mall Cir # 251 Muncy, PA 17756-8080 (570) 546-8421 WOMEN’S CLOTHING Colony Classics 1605 East 3rd St Williamsport, PA 17701-6206 (570) 327-1989 LYCOMING MALL The Lycoming Mall is located 11 miles from Williamsport on the I-180 bypass. It is serviced by the bus system. ACCESSORIES Brackney Leather Claire's Boutique 570-546-7264 570-546-7362 BEAUTY & BATH Regis Salon Holiday Hair Outlooks for Hair Trade Secret Europe Nails Nail Trix Bath & Body Works 570-546-5202 570-546-9042 570-546-7281 570-546-6774 570-546-2999 570-546-5730 570-546-3370 BOOKS, CARDS & GIFTS Hello Hallmark Shop 570-546-6892 Hallmark Fun Shop 570-546-6882 Spencer Gifts 570-546-6686 Waldenbooks 570-546-3875 Things Remembered 570-546-5796 CHILDREN'S FASHIONS Kids Foot Locker 570-546-4803 Gap Kids, The 570-546-8421 Gymboree 570-546-8330 DEPARTMENT STORES Bon-Ton, The 570-546-6370 Sears 570-546-4400 JCPenney 570-546-5118 Value City 570-546-8351 Kaufmann's 570-546-6998 DRUG & VARIETY CVS Pharmacy 570-546-7179 ENTERTAINMENT Boardwalk Blvd. 570-546-8460 FOOD Subway Arby's Dairy Queen Bavarian Pretzel Auntie Anne's Gertrude Hawk Choc. Brewer's Cafe Blvd. Pizza McDonald's Dino's Pizza-Teria Munchins 570-546-9503 570-546-7605 570-546-7668 570-546-8593 570-546-7898 570-546-9452 570-546-5267 570-546-6949 570-546-8200 570-546-5443 570-546-3434 HOUSEWARES & HOME Stoltzfus Woodcraft 570-546-0663 Country Accents 570-546-7242 Mustard Seed Merc. 570-546-5694 Deck the Walls 570-546-6427 JEWELRY Marshall Arts Piercing Pagoda Kay Jewelers MEN'S FASHIONS Capitol Tuxedo 570-546-5365 570-546-7831 570-546-5586 POINTS OF INTEREST SHOES Naturalizer Shoes Payless Shoe Source Shoe Department 570-546-8971 570-546-3139 570-546-9161 SPECIALTY SHOPS Pro-Med Supply Escape Pet City Ye Olde Basket Shop Raceway Stores Oriental Gifts Here on Earth Ritz Camera 570-546-9111 570-546-9519 570-546-5582 570-546-9398 570-546-7723 570-546-4834 570-546-5412 570-546-7595 SPORTS, HEALTH & FITNESS Lady Foot Locker 570-546-4805 Champs Sports 570-546-7283 Vitamin World 570-546-7704 Foot Locker 570-546-4801 Finish Line 570-546-7922 GNC 570-546-8158 TOYS & HOBBIES K·B Toys 570-546-5208 570-546-9026 MEN'S AND WOMEN'S FASHIONS Aeropostale 570-546-7826 Gap 570-546-8421 Rue 21 570-546-8607 Pacific Sunwear 570-546-5800 Hot Topic 570-546-6929 American Outfitters 570-546-6886 American Eagle Outfitters 570-546-4868 MUSIC, ELECTRONICS & VIDEO For Your Entertainment II 570-546-8152 Radio Shack 570-546-6804 EB Games 570-546-6662 For Your Entertainment 570-546-8331 PERSONAL SERVICES Immix Wireless 570-546-3573 Precision Wireless 570-546-7741 Pearle Vision Center 570-546-8315 H&R Block 570-546-7165 Sovereign Bank 570-546-8424 M & T Bank 570-546-8303 Life Center, The 570-546-6000 AT&T Wireless 570-546-3151 WOMEN'S FASHIONS Rainbow 570-546-2629 C.J. Banks 570-546-3178 Fashion Bug Plus 570-546-7431 Motherhood Maternity 570-546-3799 Christopher & Banks 570-546-0648 Victoria's Secret 570-546-4815 B. Moss 570-546-5845 Deb Shop 570-546-8971 Payless Shoe Source 570-546-3139 Shoe Department 570-546-9161 Clyde Peeling’s Reptiland Allenwood, PA (570) 538-1869 Crystal Lake Camps & Ski Center 1716 Crystal Lake Rd Hughesville, PA 17737-8773 (570) 584-2698 Hiawatha Paddlewheeler Susquehanna State Park Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 326-1221 Knoebels Grove Amusement Park Elysburg, PA 17824 (570) 672-2572 Ski Sawmill Resort Rt 287 Morris, PA 16938 (570) 353-7521 Williamsport Crosscutters Baseball 1700 W 4th St Williamsport, PA 17701-5690 (570) 326-3389 Williamsport Symphony Orchestra 360 Market St Williamsport, PA 17701-6315 (570) 322-0227 THEATRESLIVE PERFORMANCES Community Arts Center 220 W 4th St Williamsport, PA 17701-6102 (570) 326-2424 Community Theatre League 100 W 3rd St Williamsport, PA 17701-6408 (570) 327-1777 RESTAURANTS Yummy Chinese Express Restaurant 570-546-7087 Friendly's Restaurant 570-546-8201 47