| Campus Activities | Campus Ministry | Career Services Center |
| Cooperative Education | Counseling | Health Services | Residence Life |
| Academic Support Center | The Dwyer Learning Center | Student Disability Services |
| Orientation | FYI | Who's Who | Clubs And Organizations |
| Undergraduate Student Government | International Educational Travel |
| International Student Services | Traditions |
| Intercollegiate Athletics | Intramurals And Recreation |

The Department of Student Development provides leadership and coordination for the co-curricular programs and services for Notre Dame College students. These programs are designed to enhance the academic environment and promote student development. The Dean of Student Development is responsible for supervising and coordinating the activities of the following units.

CAMPUS ACTIVITIES

Campus activities are strongly encouraged and supported at Notre Dame College. Various activities are designed to include and to meet the needs of all types of students: residents and commuters, traditional and adult. The Office of Campus Activities along with the Undergraduate Student Senate sponsors many programs on and off campus including comedians, interactive entertainment, dances, speakers, Little Sibs & Kids Weekend and many more.

The College maintains a schedule of off-campus events that takes advantage of the many wonderful cultural resources of the Greater Cleveland area. These include performances by the Cleveland Orchestra, Cleveland Ballet, Cleveland Playhouse, and the Ohio Chamber Orchestra. With a grant from the Kulas foundation, the Notre Dame College community may purchase tickets at greatly reduced rates.

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CAMPUS MINISTRY

Campus Ministry promotes the spiritual growth of the Notre Dame College community. Through the Catholic identity of the institution and the charism of the Sisters of Notre Dame, Campus Ministry seeks to foster personal and spiritual growth through which each person grows in their understanding of themselves, God, and the world. This is accomplished through service to the community around us, worship and prayerful experiences, meaningful activities, and community building.

The Campus Ministry program facilitates service in the community, retreats, liturgy and more. There are regular Eucharistic celebrations and prayer services on campus. Each year Campus Ministry holds a number of retreats both on and off campus. Campus Ministry frequently organizes opportunities for service in the community, such as building projects, working at hunger shelters, and interacting with young people. Throughout the year Campus Ministry also provides opportunities for students to gather in small groups, holds discussions, and more. There are also many opportunities for leadership, student employment, and internships.

While recognizing the diversity within the Notre Dame College community and the wide spectrum of religious backgrounds therein, Campus Ministry encourages all people to pursue their own spiritual development. Campus Ministry is fundamentally committed to being welcoming and hospitable to all people regardless of their faith tradition, in our events, liturgies, and activities.

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CAREER SERVICES CENTER

Students are encouraged to begin using the Career Services Center during their first year at Notre Dame College. Beginning work early with Career Services helps students better understand the career search process and helps students transition from college to the work place or to graduate programs more successfully. Students are provided a four-year career planner to help navigate the career process. A variety of services and resources are available, from one-on-one career counseling to a Career Resource Center housing computer-based interest inventories, on-line employment and co-op/internship opportunities and a complete career library.

Career Services sponsors a wide variety of programs and workshops to help students in all areas of career planning, from choosing a major to job search techniques. Programs such as resume writing, interviewing skills, dressing for business and dining etiquette, and negotiating the job offer are provided. Career Services also sponsors career nights, career fairs and on-campus recruiting events throughout the year to aid students in exploring full and part-time employment opportunities. A schedule of programs is available on the career website.

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COOPERATIVE EDUCATION

Cooperative Education and internships assist students in determining career direction, gaining on-the-job experience, observing professionals, providing lessons in human relations, and earning money. Applying classroom learning to actual work experience provides students an opportunity to test their knowledge in specific areas while exploring career opportunities.

This part-time work experience is either major or careerrelated, can last one semester or longer and can be paid or unpaid. A student can earn a maximum of six credit hours toward graduation with each credit hour requiring 45 hours of work. Tuition for credits earned is the same as for all other courses. While Co-op is required of all Bachelor of Arts candidates, all students are encouraged to participate in this program. The co-op staff develops opportunities, provides support for students, monitors their progress, and interacts with faculty to create a program that links academics to the work place. Students and faculty are notified of current co-op jobs via e-mail, as well as posting on the career website.

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COUNSELING

Counseling is a process through which a student can discuss any problems or concerns with a licensed professional clinical counselor. This process may be voluntarily initiated by the student or as a result of referral by a faculty member, family member, friend, or professional in the community who may already be working with the student.

The choice to begin, continue, or terminate counseling is left to the student. Counseling services are free for all full and part-time students. The counseling relationship is protected by law and is strictly confidential. Referrals will be made to students who may require a special area of counseling or psychiatric care.

Counseling services include individual and group counseling, personal growth workshops, and education about mental health topics.

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HEALTH SERVICES

Resident students needing health services may go to an off-campus facility located two miles from campus. Emergency Room services are provided for all students by an area hospital.

Students who are absent from classes because of illness or accident are expected to contact their professors to make up work missed.

Each residence hall student is required to complete a medical history form and submit an immunization record before attending classes. Residence hall students are required to have medical insurance. A student’s medical record is confidential and, except in an emergency, information from it is released only with the student’s permission.

Immunizations must be brought up to date; measles – mumps – rubella (MMR) second injections are mandatory for resident students.

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RESIDENCE LIFE

The Residence Life program at Notre Dame College is designed to serve resident students in a variety of ways. Students are encouraged to live on campus if they are under 21 years of age, have earned less than 92 credit hours, are not married and are not living with parents or guardians. Residence life is an opportunity for students to participate fully in campus life and to increase their contact with other students, faculty, and staff.

Students residing on campus may live in one of three residence halls: Petersen, Harks or Providence. All oncampus housing is non-smoking. To encourage interaction among freshmen and upper-class students, there are no designated floors for class levels.

The two-room suites are furnished with desks, dressers and beds and have a private bath. Pending availability, they may be contracted as double or as private rooms. Telephone, internet access and cable TV access are provided by the College.

Resident Assistants (RAs) live on each floor and are trained to build community, meet student needs, plan social and educational programs, and encourage the personal growth and development of each resident. The Director of Residence Life supervises the Resident Assistants.

The Resident Association Board (RAB)is the student governing body within the residence hall. The Board consists of elected officers as well as representatives from each of the residence hall floors. They are responsible for planning programs to meet the needs of the residents; administering the budget for the residence hall community; and serving as a communication agent among students, staff and administrators. Students interested in developing leadership skills and strengthening interpersonal relationships will find that the RAB offers challenging and satisfying opportunities for involvement on campus.

Residents are required to contract with the College food service for meals, which are served in Connelly Dining Hall.

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ACADEMIC SUPPORT CENTER

Located in the Clara Fritzsche Library, the Academic Support Center for Students with Learning Differences (ASC) is designed to support students with documented learning disabilities such as attention deficit disorder (ADD), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and dyslexia. Services offered by the Center are voluntary and comprehensive, created to develop independence and self-advocacy. Among its services, the ASC provides tutoring, advising, and lessons on adaptive equipment.

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THE DWYER LEARNING CENTER

The Dwyer Learning Center offers a program to assist students in achieving their academic ambitions and goals. The program provides extra academic support in the form of tutorial assistance for course-related problems. The Director and student tutors perform the tutorial services and communicate regularly with the students’ instructors.

The Dwyer Learning Center assists with the coordination of Notre Dame College’s placement testing in English, math and computer skills. The tests are given at scheduled dates during the summer and at the new student orientation each semester. Failure to take these tests at the earliest opportunity can delay a student’s enrollment for specific classes. (See page 5 for more information.)

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STUDENT DISABILITY SERVICES

Notre Dame College makes reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities. A qualified student with a disability may request support services from the Dean of Student Development and/or his/her designee. In order to receive services at Notre Dame College students with disabilities must provide appropriate documentation which meets state and federal standards for indicating the presence of a disability.

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ORIENTATION

Orientation activities assist the student with his/her personal and academic development, offer the parents a better understanding of what entering students are about to experience at Notre Dame College and provide the faculty and staff an opportunity to develop relationships with new students before the academic year begins. All new traditional-age students and transfer students are encouraged to participate in Orientation activities.

Students participate in activities that allow them to meet other students. Faculty and staff are introduced to students. Programs on student services and academic success are a part of the agenda. While students become oriented to the campus, parents/guests also participate in an orientation so they are aware of the services available for their student.

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FYI

Appropriately called First Year Institute, orientation to Notre Dame College continues during the first semester with a unique, small-group experience. The first year of college is a critical period for student learning and persistence. It is a period of transition and adjustment, both academically and socially, during which students acquire important skills that furnish the foundation for subsequent learning. Small groups of students meet regularly with faculty and staff mentors and work toward the common goals of achieving academic success and developing a sense of community.

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WHO’S WHO

Each fall Notre Dame College selects from the current graduating class for membership in Who’s Who Among American Universities and Colleges. Who’s Who is a nationally respected honors program that spotlights students who have excelled in the areas of scholarship, leadership, service, and have the potential for future success. Applications are made to the Dean of Student Development who chairs the selection committee.

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CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS

• Accounting Association
• Art Club
• BACCHUS
• Biology Club
• Black Scholars
• Bowling Club
• Business Club
• Campus Activities Board
• Chemistry Club
• Education Council
• Environmental Club
• Falcon F.A.N.A.T.I.C.S.
• Habitat for Humanity
• Masquers (dramatics)
• Multicultural Club
• Notre Dame News
• Phi Alpha Theta (history honorary)
• Pivot (literary magazine)
• Poetry
• Pre-law
• Psychology Club
• Resident Association Board
• SIFE (Students in Free Enterprise)
• Undergraduate Student Government
• Vocal Ensemble

Information regarding these organizations may be secured from the Director of Campus Activities and members of the Student Government.

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UNDERGRADUATE STUDENT GOVERNMENT

The Undergraduate Student Government (USG) is the central coordinating group for all student organizations. In addition to serving as the official voice of the students to the Notre Dame College administration, USG provides opportunities for students to gain leadership skills while working for the student body.

The USG plans a variety of events for the whole campus throughout the school year.

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INTERNATIONAL EDUCATIONAL TRAVEL

Opportunities are provided for students to travel abroad and earn college credit. Educational travel experiences guided by full-time college faculty are open to traditional, adult and WECO men and women. Students and faculty have traveled to Italy, Greece, France, Germany, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Austria, Spain, and the British Isles.

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INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SERVICES

Part of Notre Dame College’s mission is to educate a diverse population of students for personal, professional and global responsibility. One of the best ways to achieve this mission is by welcoming students from around the world into our tight-knit community. The Student Development Team helps to foster cross-cultural understanding and diversity awareness on campus, while the Director of International Student Services serves as the point person for recruitment, retention, acculturation and immigration issues regarding international students. International students succeed at a small, liberal arts school like Notre Dame College because of the personal attention, nurturing environment, and low studentfaculty ratio.

Students at Notre Dame College will be better prepared to understand the world we live in through first-hand experience with our international student population. The next few decades will not only need degreedindividuals but those who have “worldly” knowledge as well – either through International Educational Travel, able to function in a second/third language, living with an international roommate, etc. At Notre Dame College, we’re changing the world… one student at a time. Open your mind to the possibilities!

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TRADITIONS

Notre Dame College is a campus rich with traditions. Attendance at college-wide events is an integral part of the learning experience.

All College Formal – This semi-formal dinner dance is held annually in the spring.

All College Honors/Closing Convocation – This awards ceremony is held at the end of spring semester.

Career Day – Career Day, held in late February, provides students the opportunity to talk with employers about jobs and co-ops/internships.

Christmas Celebration and Lighting Ceremony – Near the close of fall semester, entertainment and a worship service are organized for Notre Dame College personnel, students, and their families to celebrate the holiday season.

Club of the Year – This award is given to the campus organization that works most successfully to improve the quality of student life.

Earth Day – The Notre Dame College community joins forces during spring semester to focus on environmental issues and to beautify the campus landscape.

Easter Dinner – During the Easter season, a family style dinner is served by faculty and staff to the students in the Connelly Center Dining Hall.

Founders’ Day – A celebration of the spirit of the founders of Notre Dame College, the Sisters of Notre Dame.

Senior Farewell Event – As a tribute to all graduating seniors, a reception is held in the spring.

Sibs & Kids Weekend – During spring semester, Notre Dame College students are encouraged to invite their Sibs to campus for a weekend of activities.

Thanksgiving Dinner –During the Thanksgiving season, a family style dinner is served by faculty and staff to the students in the Connelly Center Dining Hall.

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INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETICS

As a member of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) and the American Mideast Conference (AMC), the largest NAIA league in the nation, Notre Dame College fields 17 teams in the sports of fastpitch, lacrosse, swimming and diving, and volleyball for women; baseball, tennis and wrestling for men; and basketball, cross country, golf, soccer and track and field for both women and men. Competitive events, as well as training opportunities, are available to student athletes within the Joseph H. Keller Center and its surrounding fields, in addition to several local facilities.

The intercollegiate athletic program at Notre Dame College grows naturally from the mission of the College. The program seeks to support the scholar athlete who achieves on the court or field, as well as in the classroom. A focus of each student athlete’s program is solid academic preparation and academic achievement.

The program has been implemented through the inauguration of team sports that focus on the enrollment of traditional students. Because of its size, the College affords athletes of varying abilities the opportunity for participation that might not be available to them at larger institutions.

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INTRAMURALS AND RECREATION

The intramural and recreation program consists of individual and team activities for persons of all skill levels. Types and structures of events are determined according to interest and facility availability.

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