student reference guide - northeastern seminary...blankenship, michael director of seminary...
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Fall 2018
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For answers to any further questions not available in this
guide, call us at 585.594.6802 or visit www.nes.edu
We are excited that you have chosen to invest in your ministry and enrich your spiritual journey with us. This guide was designed to answer questions you may have about starting
the program, including the resources available to you.
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Who is my advisor? Your advisor will appear on your orientation course site, which can be found here. Please contact the Coordinator of Academic Planning, Marilyn Erickson with other questions regarding your curriculum.
Where do I obtain phone numbers if I need to contact someone (i.e. professors, financial aid, student records, bookstore, etc.)?
For the name and address of Seminary faculty or staff member, refer to the Northeastern Seminary Directory and Campus Resources sections that start on page 3 of this guide or online.
Where do I get my books for the first semester?
Students will be responsible for purchasing their own textbooks. Book lists can be found on theCommons booklist page. Ideally, books should be ordered several weeks before the start of class.
Is there help available for writing my papers?
All students are required to complete Module 3 – Theological Writing in the new student online orientation. To those who require/desire more instruction, the Learning Center offers assistance to any students who wish to improve their writing skills. Personal consultations, as well as open writing labs, are available to all Seminary students. Information on alternative forms of writing support can be found later in this guide. The Learning Center can also assist students with learning disabilities or academic difficulties. For more information or to set up an appointment, call 585.594.6270.
How can I access information about my class registration, grades and student account? Once you have set up your Seminary network account you can access the online resource R-Serve through theCommons. Directions to the intranet and R-Serve are listed in your IT manual. Contact Academic Support at 585.594.6623 with any questions.
Who is the best person to call in reference to my student financial account? For all billing questions, please contact Paul Renter in the office of student accounts, 585.594.6461.
What are my financial aid options (grants/loans)?
There are loan and grant options often available to students. However, you must complete your FAFSA application online (www.fafsa.ed.gov) before any aid can be disbursed. Arrangements can be made to spread tuition payments over the semester or academic year by contacting Student Financial Services at 585.594.6150. Other scholarship applications will be made available each spring for the following academic year.
How is the scholarship money applied to my student account?
Unless otherwise noted, the scholarship money you receive will be prorated over the two semesters of the academic year.
Prepared by the Office of Admissions
Northeastern Seminary
Spring 2015
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Where do I send my tuition payments? Make checks payable to Northeastern Seminary, include your ID number on the memo line and send to: Cashier, 2301 Westside Drive, Rochester, NY 14624.
Where can I park? (Rochester Location) You may use the Roberts Hall Lot A (off Orchard Street). Once you have completed and submitted the parking permit form, you will be issued a parking pass. Please refer to the parking instructions on the Campus Security section of the Roberts website.
How often do I need to reapply for parking?
Main Campus parking permits are valid for one academic year (August- July). You will need to get a new parking permit from Campus Security (585.594.7777) each August.
Where do I find information pertaining to student life at Northeastern Seminary? Thanks to the Higher Education Opportunity Act of 2008 (HEOA), you can find information that will allow you to make informed decisions about your education at Northeastern Seminary at Roberts Wesleyan College. This information is easily accessible on the Northeastern website. There, you will find policies on:
Harassment and Discrimination
FERPA (Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act)
Title IX
Campus Safety
Emergency Response and Evacuation Procedures
Health Services
Where are Northeastern Seminary announcements and events posted? Campus Email Accounts All Seminary students are assigned a campus email account upon enrollment. This account may be reached through any network browser or through theCommons, the Seminary’s internal website. This is the official means of electronic communication within the Seminary/College community. Students should check their campus email accounts on a daily basis for important announcements and messages regarding posting of grades, registration dates and changes, billing updates, scholarship opportunities, special events, school closing, etc.
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theCommons TheCommons is Northeastern Seminary’s internal website. All current students have access to it through the Seminary website (www.nes.edu). Students must use their Seminary login and password. TheCommons provides students access to multiple resources including: course sites, course planning resources, calendars, schedules, syllabi, and forms. TheCommons provides access to online registration and grade reports via the R-Serve link, financial aid, news, tutorials, and many more resources. Students are encouraged to familiarize themselves with theCommons early on as they will be expected to utilize its resources throughout their years at the Seminary.
Where do I go to make copies?
The B. Thomas Golisano Library has copiers available for student use.
How do students communicate with Seminary leaders? Student feedback is always appreciated. Opportunities to meet with Seminary staff occur each semester in town hall meetings. You may also email staff directly with questions or concerns. See the directory for addresses.
Who helps me with IT problems with the Northeastern intranet, password logins, and the website? Use the IT manual to get started with the process for most of your questions. If more assistance is required call the Roberts Wesleyan College/Northeastern IT Help Desk at 585.594.6898.
How do I gain access to the computer lab in Roberts Hall if it is locked? You will be issued a Northeastern student ID card that has the ability to open the computer lab door by swiping the card reader to the left of the entrance.
…any more questions? Call 585.594.6802 - or - email [email protected]
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Main Office: 585.594.6802 Anderson, JP Associate VP for Communication & Enrollment [email protected] or 585.594.6832 Blankenship, Michael Director of Seminary Marketing [email protected] or 585.594.6804 Brown, Kristen Executive Director of Seminary Administration [email protected] or 585.594.6803 Cullum, Doug Vice President and Dean [email protected] or 585.594.6331 Erickson, Marilyn Coordinator of Academic Planning [email protected] or 585.594.6497 Gilluly, Maria Communication & Events [email protected] or 585.594.6420
Kettinger, Kirk Director of Alumni Relations [email protected] or 585.594.6415 Murray, Cheryl Admissions Assistant and Front End Specialist [email protected] or 585.594.6802 Sharp, Faith Seminary Project Technician [email protected] or 585.594.6623 Wilson, Kevin Recruitment Manager [email protected] or 585.594.6811 Woodard, Kym Assistant to the Vice President and Dean [email protected] or 585.594.6807
Academic Support Office ......................................... 585.594.6623 Contact: Faith Sharp
Help with registration forms, schedules, and graduation requirements
** Please note: Students can access course syllabi, registration forms and schedules, personal online hard drive, grades, unofficial transcripts, and calendars by accessing theCommons. Students are urged to visit this site to retrieve this information using their network username and password. Contact IT at 585.594.6898 for login assistance.
Admissions Office ..................................................... 585.594.6802 Contact: Cheryl Murray
New student questions, entry requirements, proof of enrollment verification, changes to student addresses or contact information
Alumni Affairs ............................................................ 585.594.6415 Contact: Kirk Kettinger
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Events at the Seminary ............................................ 585.594.6420 Contact: Maria Gilluly
Details and registration for Commencement, All-Seminary Retreat, Conference on Ministry events, and symposiums
Marketing and Promotion ....................................... 585.594.6804 Contact: Michael Blankenship
Student Retention .................................................... 585.594.6497 Contact: Marilyn Erickson
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Basinger, Dr. David; Professor of Philosophy and Ethics 585.594.6570 or [email protected] Brown, Kristen; Assistant Professor of Church and Mission, Executive Director of Seminary Administration 585.594.6803 or [email protected] Caton, Dr. Scott; Professor of History and Culture 585.594.6336 or [email protected] Cullum, Dr. Douglas; Professor of Historical & Pastoral Theology, Academic Vice President and Dean 585.594.6331 or [email protected] Gerhardt, Dr. Elizabeth; Professor of Theology & Social Ethics 585.594.6607 or [email protected] Grimm, Dr. Nelson; Director of Field Education & Associate Professor of Applied Theology 585.594.6068 or [email protected] Letterman, Dr. Rebecca; Associate Professor of Spiritual Formation 585.594.6572 or [email protected] McCaulley, Dr. Esau; Assistant Professor of New Testament and Early Christianity 585.594.6582 or [email protected] Middleton, Dr. J. Richard; Professor of Biblical Worldview and Exegesis 585.594.6971 or [email protected]
Sykora, Dr. Josef; Director of the Doctor of Ministry Program and Professor of Biblical Interpretation 585.594.6820 or [email protected]
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Standard office hours are from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Bookstore ........................................................ 585.594.6140 Contact: Darren Walton
Voller Athletic Center, Upper Level
Monday – Friday 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Campus Safety ................................................ 585.594.7777 Contact: Tracy Davis
Voller Athletic Center, Upper Level
On-call for emergencies 24 hours a day ID cards, parking hang tags, and ticketing Buffalo students should call 911 with any emergencies that arise on site.
Career Services ............................................... 585.594.6540 Contact: Mary Flaherty
Rinker Community Service Center (Student Services suite)
Job listings, resume writing assistance, career fairs and advisement, and alumni networking events.
Cashier ........................................................585.594.6433 Contact: Annie Comfort
Rinker Community Service Center, Lower Level
Cultural Life Center Series (585.594.6230) Student discounts available for cultural events on campus. Visit Cultural Life Center for schedules.
Financial Aid & Student Accounts ............... 585.594.6150 Financial Aid Contact: Steve Field
Rinker Community Service Center, Lower Level Accounts Contact: Paul Renter
Financial aid counseling Loan, scholarships and grants
Health Services ............................................... 585.594.6360 Contact: Blandine Burks
Voller Athletic Center, Upper Level
ALL students (regardless of age) must complete the meningococcal declination form. Completion of the immunization forms provided in your acceptance packet (call the health office for new copies), are required prior to registering for courses. All students born after 1-1-57 must show verification of measles, mumps, and rubella vaccinations to satisfy New York state requirements.
Information Technology Services ............... 585.594.6898 Contact: Patrick Glantz
Anderson Building
Setting up accounts, printer and internet connectivity support
Campus Internet program help and training (theCommons, R-Serve, Course Management Systems)
Software training Intranet and campus network administration
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B. Thomas Golisano Library....................... 585.594.6280 Mon-Thurs 8:00 a.m. – midnight Friday 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. Saturday 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Sunday 2:00 p.m. – midnight
Library contact for theological research is Matthew Davis 585.594.6064 or [email protected]
A 24-hour computer lab is available to all students with an ID card A private research room has been designed for graduate students. Contact the library at
585.594.6949 for more information. An interlibrary loan program is available to receive material from additional libraries A Regional Library Access Card allows Seminary students to borrow materials from other area
colleges Café service hours as posted
Learning Center .............................................. 585.594.6270 Contact: LeeAnn Dunn
B. Thomas Golisano Library, Lower Level
• Individual learning skills enhancement and tutoring • Reading and writing assistance
Registration Office ......................................... 585.594.6220 Contact: Carol Balcerak
Rinker Community Service Center, Lower Level (Student Services suite)
• Graduation requirements • Transcript requests
Roberts Wesleyan College Switchboard .... 585.594.6000
Rinker Community Service Center, Lower Level (Student Services suite)
Parking (585.594.7777) You may use the Roberts Hall Lot (off Orchard Street) or Smith Science Center Lot (off Buffalo Road). Once you have completed and submitted the parking permit form, you will be issued a parking pass. Please refer to the parking instructions on the Campus Security section of the Roberts Wesleyan College website.
Voller Athletic Center (585.594.6290) Free membership for Rochester graduate students (registered for 6 credits or more), $30 per semester for a family membership.
Weather/Seminary Closing Information (585.594.6999) Press #5 for a Northeastern recorded message regarding the emergency situation. If you would like to receive text messages in the event of a campus emergency, please follow these quick steps: Using your cell phone: Enter 292929 as the TEXT Address. In the body of the TEXT Enter 5946260. You will receive a text back acknowledging your membership into our texting community
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The advisement process is designed to resource students throughout the Seminary experience. Some advisement services are built into the program due to their universal application for all students—initial registration and testing—however, most advising is at the initiative of the student. Advising needs differ among individuals and so it is necessarily the responsibility of students to contact their faculty advisors to arrange meetings concerning program planning. Faculty advisors assist students in developing a program of study, including their electives or self-selected studies. Course information is posted on theCommons 45 days in advance of each new term. Copies are also available from Academic Services or your advisor. In addition to academic planning, the advisor provides support to students concerning other issues such as personal problems, difficulties with other faculty members, grievance issues, etc. The faculty advisor can also assist a student to develop ideas for his or her research project (M.A.).
Components of Advising Point of Contact
Admission Process Pre-admission counseling—degree options, program requirements, information meeting, initial registration, evaluation of transfer credit
Admissions Office
Orientation Addresses logistics and process for matriculating—financial aid, IT access, ID cards, campus offices and personnel, time management
Faculty advisor assigned to students Program audit sheet distributed to students
Admissions Office
During your program
Assessment inventories and interviews conducted and managed as part of coursework
Preliminary Field Education contact and planning Field Education placement Ministry Profile presentation Students meet with faculty advisors to work on a degree plan
Academic Services
Director of Field Ed Director of Field Ed
Director of Field Ed Faculty Advisors
Pre-Graduation Graduation audits are prepared by academic services in fall semester Student completes application for degree
Academic Services
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The Northeastern Seminary faculty feels a strong moral and ethical responsibility to help all students reach their educational goals; therefore, the Learning Center provides a variety of services for all students. These services include study, personal assistance, peer tutoring, and access to resource materials. Any student who desires assistance is eligible for support designed to meet his/her specific academic needs.
Writing Support The Learning Center also provides support for students who live outside the Rochester area or are otherwise unable to schedule a traditional tutoring session. Students may e-mail their papers to [email protected] and receive feedback within 24 – 48 hours or set up a phone-session to review papers. Students should note that tutors will not edit papers, only provide writing tips and suggestions.
Accommodations for Students with Disabilities In addition, academic accommodations are available to eligible students with documented disabilities. Roberts Wesleyan College/Northeastern Seminary faculty takes seriously the legal obligation to assure that equal educational opportunities are provided to persons with disabilities. Therefore, the faculty of Northeastern encourages all students, including those with documented disabilities, to use academic support services and accommodations that are appropriate to their specific needs. The purpose of these accommodations is to ensure all students an equal opportunity to learn and succeed. If you have a disability that has been professionally documented and believe you may need some academic support services, please take the following steps:
1. Contact the Learning Center (585.594.6270) to arrange an appointment to meet with the Coordinator of Services for Students with Disabilities in order to determine what accommodations are appropriate for you in your current situation. It is your responsibility to request these accommodations in a timely manner.
2. Send a copy of your latest and most complete documentation, including evaluations, to the Learning Center. Current, professional documentation of your disability is essential for determining what assistance you may be eligible to receive.
3. Make sure the classes you have scheduled for the semester are realistic and reasonable for you by discussing them with your advisor and the Learning Center faculty.
Services Available for Students with Disabilities If you are in need of academic accommodations for a course, please notify the instructor and the Learning Center upon admission to the program. Later notification may delay requested accommodations. All accommodations must be approved by the Coordinator of Services for Students with Disabilities (585.594.6270). Northeastern Seminary strives to provide services and accommodations to students with disabilities in order to promote academic growth and enhance their learning environment on campus. Reasonable accommodations are available for students who have a documented disability. Disability support is determined based on individual need. We are looking forward to working with you. We encourage you to seek assistance as needed, work hard, and expect to succeed. Other students have been successful and you can be too.
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Northeastern Seminary believes in creating a caring community that fosters love and support for our students; the ministry of being there! Therefore, we have established an Emergency Loan Fund for unexpected situations. The Emergency Loan Fund Policy and Procedure is outlined below. For more information or an application please contact the assistant to the vice president and dean at 585.594.6807.
Policy and Procedure for Emergency Student Loan Fund
Purpose: The purpose of this loan fund is to assist Northeastern Seminary students experiencing short-term personal financial crisis. How short-term personal financial crisis is defined: A “short-term financial crisis” is defined but not limited to monies needed for emergency car repairs, gas or electric bills, groceries, a medical emergency, travel to see a sick or dying parent, spouse or child. Procedure:
1. Contact the assistant to the vice president and dean to request a Loan Request Form 2. Loan Request Form will be reviewed and approved by the assistant to the vice president and dean 3. Student repays the loan in full within 30 days 4. Loans not paid within 30 days will be added to the student bill 5. No interest will be charged for loans paid on time
Disbursement of Funds:
1. Once a loan is approved, a check will be sent within 3 days 2. The loan amount is determined on a case by case basis
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If it becomes necessary to cancel classes due to weather or emergency, students will be notified here:
theCommons https://thecommons.nes.edu/
Email When conditions allow, students will be sent an email message.
Text If you would like to receive text messages in the event of a campus emergency, please follow these quick steps:
o Using your cell phone: o Enter 292929 as the TEXT Address. In the
body of the TEXT Enter 5946260.
You will receive a text back acknowledging your membership into our texting community
NES Facebook Northeastern Seminary at Roberts Wesleyan College
NES Twitter @NESeminary
Telephone Call 585.594.6999. Press 5 for a recorded message regarding the emergency situation. Roberts may not be closed, and Northeastern may be, so be sure to listen to our message—by pressing 5.
Radio Rochester 100.5 FM—WDVI 100.5 FM—WDVI
T.V. Rochester Channel 10—WHEC [NBC] Channel 8—WROC [CBS] Channel 13—WHAM [ABC]
Students traveling a distance will need to exercise wise judgment concerning weather conditions between their home and the campus. When in doubt, students should call their local TV weather department, NY State Thruway Authority [1-800-847-8929]