STUDENT LIFE

UNIVERSITY DINING SERVICES

Millersville operates a comprehensive dining service program for students, faculty, staff, and guests of the University. All students are eligible to participate in the dining program. Students who reside in the University managed residence halls, are required to purchase a Meal Plan. (See Meal Plan – Description and Rates, under Expenses and Financial Aid). All Residence Hall students will automatically be setup with the 19 Ville Plan as an default. Students with 30 credit hours or more will be able to change their meal plan prior to the first day of classes. Off-campus students, including those living in Student Lodging, Millersville, and all commuters may participate in any of our Traditional and Block Meal Plans, which offer exceptional flexibility at various locations throughout the campus. All Dining locations are open to our students and campus community with or without a Meal Plan. University residents and community may dine at the Upper Deck, our “all-you-care-to-eat” dining hall, located in Gordinier Hall. Our retail dining locations are in Gordinier Hall – The Anchor and the Evergreen Café, Student Memorial Center – Galley, Lyle Hall - Cove and Starbucks at the Francine G. McNairy Learning Forum and Library. The Anchor on the first floor of Gordinier Hall features a bakery, showcasing items from our own bake shop, breakfast sandwiches and build-your and grab ‘n go and made-to-order selections, fresh fruit and yogurt bar, a convenience store, a creamery, and full range of beverages. Looking for a pre-work or post workout smoothie or protein shake, stop by the Anchor. Our newest dining opportunity is the popular “Get-Food” app, with pickup available at Starbucks. Descriptions of meal plans and dining hours are available at www.millersville.edu/dining.

For more information, see the section under Expenses and Financial Aid.

CENTER FOR COUNSELING AND HUMAN DEVELOPMENT

The Center for Counseling and Human Development, located on the third floor of Lyle Hall, is committed to providing quality mental health care to a diverse student body.  The Center supports the academic mission of the University by enhancing students’ emotional, social, and personal development.  Accredited by the International Association of Counseling Services, the Center seeks to engage students in counseling, consultation, and outreach to realize their potential and persist to graduation. Licensed psychologists and counselors help students reach greater self-understanding and enhance their abilities to manage immediate and future concerns. Individual counseling, crisis intervention, educational workshops, group experiences and consultation services are available to all registered Millersville University students. Alcohol and other drug counseling is provided by a Counselor with expertise in this area.  A psychiatrist is also available for medication evaluation and management once a student has been seen by a Center clinician. All services are confidential, professional and at no cost to students.  

HEALTH SERVICES

The Elsie S. Shenk Center for Health Education and Promotion (CHEP), located in the Cumberland House, contributes to fulfilling the educational mission of Millersville University by empowering students to make informed decisions and develop lifelong skills that enhance their personal well-being. CHEP contributes to the health, academic success, and retention of students by providing current and relevant information about high-risk behaviors; raising awareness about personal decision making and the impact decisions have on an individual and their community; and engaging students in meaningful opportunities to create a healthy community where all students can achieve their personal and academic goals.

Wellness Coaching is a free service provided through CHEP to students. Wellness Coaching is an individualized process for helping students achieve a higher level of well-being and performance in their academic pursuits as well as life in general when change is desired, yet difficult to achieve. It empowers students to explore health topics of stress, sleep, social support, and substance use. Students can schedule appointments by emailing wellness.coaching@millersville.edu.

CHEP has community partnerships with various Lancaster community organizations to provide students with free resources and services. Sexual assault advocacy services are provided by the YWCA Lancaster in the Cumberland House. Relationship violence advocacy services are provided by Domestic Violence Services of Lancaster. Additional information can be found on the website www.millersville.edu/chep

STUDENT CONDUCT AND COMMUNITY STANDARDS

The Office of Student Conduct and Community Standards (SCCS) fosters student learning and success by balancing individual and community rights, while promoting a safe, student-centered, and inclusive community. The SCCS administers and provides education on the Student Conduct & Community Standards Handbook, advocates for students’ rights, and upholds the community standards and values of Millersville University. The office educates students about the expectations of the Millersville University community and assists them in their development. Through the discipline process, the SCCS challenges students to think ethically and critically about their decision making and role within the campus community. The SCCS teaches accountability and responsible citizenship so every student will thrive within Millersville University’s diverse and dynamic academic community. SCCS works to ensure all Millersville University students have an exceptional, productive, and challenging educational experience in a safe and civil environment.  

Millersville University provides diverse, dynamic, meaningful experiences to inspire learners to grow both intellectually and personally to enable them to contribute positively to local and global communities. The Office of Student Access and Support Services (SASS) is a home base for students and families that provides individual support through academic and personal coaching with a holistic approach.

CAMPUS LIFE 

While the majority of Millersville undergraduates are full-time residential students of traditional college age, an increasing number of students are working professionals, commuters, age 23 or older, attending part-time and/or parents of young children. Millersville is working to meet the needs of these students through a variety of services.

For information on admission to Millersville as a nontraditional or adult student, see the section on Admission to Millersville University. For more information on services for adult students, contact graduate.admissions@millersville.edu, or call (717) 871-4723.

SPECIAL EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES

LANGUAGE AND CULTURE STUDIES MEDIA CENTER

The Language and Culture Studies media center in McComsey Hall includes the instructional digital language lab with 30 student stations. The department also has a collection of visual, audio, games and print materials for the study and teaching of French, German and Spanish.

FRANCINE G. MCNAIRY LIBRARY AND LEARNING FORUM

The Francine G. McNairy Library and Learning Forum is a learner-centered hub for the University community, dedicated to educating, inspiring and connecting people with ideas, information and each other. Librarians and information professionals are available to assist students with online and in-person research, information literacy and accessing information resources appropriate for their studies.

Students and members of the University community can access library resources by visiting the library or the library’s website, www.library.millersville.edu. Library collections include electronic journals, databases, streaming video and eBooks, as well as physical collections and collections of books, films, and curriculum kits. The Archives and Special Collections is a repository for unique historical documents and records focused on the University and local region. The library features spaces for research and learning, including the Digital Learning Studio, where students can seek assistance with digital content creation, 3D printing and other current technologies. Flexible spaces for group and individual study and meetings are available for any member of the Millersville University community to use.

In addition, the Francine G. McNairy Library and Learning Forum is home to the Writing Center, an advising center, the Integrated Studies office and the Starbucks Café.

STUDENT POLICIES

Students are expected to familiarize themselves with and abide by all student conduct regulations found in this catalog and other University publications, including the Student Code of Conduct, the Living on Campus Handbook and the Student Handbook. Please refer to the Student Handbook for information on student discrimination grievance procedures, sexual-harassment policy, and policy on sales and vendors.

IDENTIFICATION CARD

Enrolled students are required to have a Millersville University identification card. The card is needed for facility access and for the use of many campus services and activities.

Identification cards may be obtained at the campus I.D. office in the lobby of the Boyer Building. There is no charge for the first card, and the current fee for replacement is posted in the campus I.D. office.

Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Extended hours for the beginning of fall and spring semesters are posted at the I.D. office.

MOTOR VEHICLES

All vehicles parked on the properties of Millersville University must display a valid University-issued parking permit. Permits may be secured at the University Police Parking Division, located at Lebanon House (237 N. George St., rear lower level).

Violations of University parking regulations may result in parking violation tickets and possible disciplinary action, including cancellation of parking privileges, the withholding of grades and the denial of registration privileges. Parking sections of the Pennsylvania Vehicle Code (Title 75) are also enforced on the properties of Millersville University.

The Parking Division will utilize a waiting list in the event resident student parking reaches capacity for students who live in University residence halls. Office hours are Monday through Friday from 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Hours are extended at the beginning of the fall and spring semesters and are posted at the University Police Department.

PRIVACY OF STUDENT RECORDS

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 was amended in December 2008 by the U.S. Department of Education. It gives students the right to review their academic records, to challenge their contents and to protect their confidentiality. Basic directory information may be disclosed without prior consent of the student. In the event of an alcohol-related incident or a health/safety emergency, parents may be considered appropriate parties to whom a nonconsensual disclosure may be made.

Millersville’s policy on the confidentiality of student records is available from the Vice President for Student Affairs and Enrollment Management. Directory information is used to report student achievements in academic, athletic and extracurricular activities through appropriate media. Students may request that such information not be released by filing a written request during the first two weeks of each semester with the Office of the Registrar, Lyle Hall.

Annual notification of the University’s policy on confidentiality of student records is also posted on the registrar’s website.

Students may file complaints about the contents of their records or alleged wrongful disclosures of information with the Vice President for Student Affairs and Enrollment Management.

SMOKING

Smoking is prohibited inside all campus buildings.