Clarkson University
T ABLE OF C ONTENTS Family Welcome ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 3 Campus Safety ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 4 How to Contact your Student ................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 5 Important Phone Numbers ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 6 Social Media .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 7 Speaking the Lingo ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 8 Parents Association ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 9 Family/Homecoming Weekend ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 10 Top Ten Tips from Students for Parents ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 11 Campus Life .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 12 Residence Life & Housing .............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 13 Roommates ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 14 Dining on Campus .............................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 15 Greek Life ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 17 Athletics .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 18 Indoor & Outdoor Recreation ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 19 Career Center ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 20 Study Abroad Exchange ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 21 Student Health Services ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 22 Counseling Center .............................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 23 Alcohol ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 24 Student Success Center ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 25 First-Year Advising ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 26 Accommodative Services ................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 27 Tutoring Services ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 28 Sustainability on Campus......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 29 Technology ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 30 Transportation ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 31 The University Bookstore ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 33 Campus Map .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 34
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Dear Parents & Families, Welcome to the family at Clarkson University! We know that you have been an integral part of your student’s journey so far and we want you to feel that as they travel through the many phases of their Clarkson experience, that you will also be part of the Clarkson continuum. The team has put together this wonderful compilation of information to assist you along the way, but recognize that we can’t answer every question you may have within this document. Please do not hesitate to reach out when you feel the need, but always encourage your student to reach out as well! On behalf of the team in Student Affairs and Alumni Relations, thank you for being part of our family!
Kathryn Johnson Vice President for University Outreach and Student Affairs
Steve Newkofsky Dean of Students/Associate VP for Alumni Relations
Updated 7/1/14, with edits by Andrew Haff, Tamera Rizk
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C AMPUS S AFETY EDUCATIONAL RESOURCE CENTER SUITE 1200 PHONE: 315-268-6666 http://www.clarkson.edu/campussafety/
E MERGENCY ALERT NOTIFICATION SYSTEM Clarkson uses a text alert notification system for which all students have the option of signing up. In the case of an emergency on campus or affecting the Potsdam area, students will receive text messages and emails. A notification will also be posted to the Clarkson homepage. To sign up for this service, students can register in their PeopleSoft account. SAFETY ON CAMPUS Clarkson is a walking campus, and 26 “blue light” phone systems, as well as 16 residential “house” phones, are located throughout campus and provide rapid push button contact with emergency response 24 hours a day. The campus is also patrolled by 9 full time Safety and Security officers, with 11 total officers on duty.
KNIGHT WATCH (UNIVERSITY TIP LINE) Knight Watch is an anonymous tip reporting tool for all students and staff. Designed to work with mobile technologies, all students are encouraged to report anything suspicious they may see on campus. The tip line is monitored 24/7 and a trained security officer will respond to the student. Students can access Knight Watch online and on their mobile device at: http:// web2.clarkson.edu/programs/ knightwatch
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H OW TO CONTACT YOUR S TUDENT CONTACTING STUDENTS AND UNIVERSITY OFFICIALS Clarkson’s telephone Switchboard can be reached at (315) 268-6400. This line is staffed 24 hours a day 365 days a year. We encourage you to program this direct number into your phone. RELEASE OF EDUCATIONAL INFORMATION The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) is a federal law that affords student certain rights with respect to their educational records. The University is generally prohibited from providing certain information such as grades, invoices, financial aid, and other student record information. Your student, at their discretion, may grant the University permission to release information to you by submitting a completed Student Information Release Authorization form to Student Administrative Services. This form is available to your students on their PeopleSoft To Do List. SENDING MAIL While email may be a great way to stay connected with your student, your student will also receive a mailbox on campus. The address to mail a letter or package to your student is: {Student Name} Clarkson University 10 Clarkson Ave, Box #{xxxx} (ex: 8764) Potsdam, New York 13699 U.S.A.
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I MPORTANT P HONE N UMBERS Accommodative Services………………………………………………. 315-268-7643 Admissions Office……………………………………………………….….. 315-268-6480 Campus Dining (Aramark)…………………………………………… 315-268-3816 Campus Safety & Security……………………………................. 315-268-6666 Career Center …………………………………………………………….…... 315-268-6477 Counseling Center…………………………………………………….……. 315-268-2327 Dean of Students…………………………………………………….......... 315-268-6620 First-Year Advising………………………………………………………… 315-268-3948 Institute for Sustainable Environment………….………...… 315-268-3856 Residence Life……………………………………………………….………... 315-268-6642 School of Arts & Sciences……………………………..……………… 315-268-6544 School of Business……………………………................................. 315-268-2300 Service Center…………………………………………….…………………... 315-268-6700 Student Administrative Services……………………..…………. 315-268-6451 Student Health Center………………………………………………….. 315-268-6633 Student Mailroom………………………………………………………….. 315-268-6416 Student Life & Engagement…………………………………………. 315-268-6680 Student Organizations………………………………………………….. 315-268-2345 Student Success Center……………………………………………...... 315-268-2209 University Bookstore………………………………………………….…. 315-265-9260 Vice President of Student Affairs………………………………… 315-268-3943 Wallace H. Coulter School of Engineering…………..…… 315-268-6446
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S OCIAL M EDIA SOCIAL media allow your student to connect with classmates and Clarkson both on and off campus! Whether your student is active in student clubs, sports teams or research projects, they can mention us (@ClarksonUniv) in their tweets and Instagram photos, and we may repost them to our accounts. We are excited to launch a series of University-wide photo, video and hashtag contests throughout 2014-2015, so be sure to follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Tumblr and Pinterest at @ClarksonUniv, and on Facebook, Google Plus and LinkedIn at Clarkson University for the latest announcements. Many departments and offices also have their own social media accounts! At Clarkson, your student has the freedom to represent themselves as they see fit. Encourage your student to be mindful of what they post. Clarkson is the beginning step as they prepare for a career and your student needs to know that what they post online now shapes how others perceive them; employers often check social media when screening job candidates. CLARKSON UNIVERSITY
Facebook: Clarkson University Instagram: @ClarksonUniv Twitter: @ClarksonUniv
At Clarkson, we strive to create a community where all students, faculty and staff feel welcome and respected. That community extends to social media, so we expect your student will not post anything that could potentially hurt, insult or harass others at Clarkson. CLARKSON ATHLETICS Opportunities to remain anonymous online lead some to Twitter: @ClarksonUSports believe they can post anything without consequence, but all social media activity can leave trails that trace CLARKSON CAREER CENTER Facebook: Clarkson University Career Center back to the author of the post. Encourage your student to speak up if they see something: contact the Dean of Twitter: @cucareer Students Office if you see social media posts materialize that harass or insult members of the Clarkson CLARKSON DINING community.
Facebook: Clarkson University Dining
CLARKSON LIBRARY Facebook: Clarkson University Libraries
Let’s utilize these amazing social media outlets to make the most of our time at Clarkson and put the best versions of ourselves out there for the rest of the world to see!
CLARKSON STUDENT LIFE Facebook: Clarkson Student Life Twitter @clarksonStuLife Clarkson Orientation on Facebook
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S PEAKING THE L INGO AC Aero ARAMARK Bar 9 CAMP ChemE CivE Concrete CafĂŠ CU CU and Me CUB CUPO CUSA CUSB DB Dead Week E&M ERC FE Forum
Area Coordinator (full-time live-in staff who oversee RDs & RAs) Aeronautical engineer Campus dining service
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Center for Advanced Materials Processing (Engineering building) Chemical engineer Civil engineer Food service area in 3rd floor Science Center Clarkson University Website for accepted students: www.clarkson.edu/cuandme Clarkson Union Board (campus programming board) Community of Underrepresented Professional Opportunities Clarkson University Student Association (student gov’t) Clarkson University School of Business Declining Balance: money on ID card used to purchase food Week of studying before final exams Engineering and Management Educational Resource Center (library and Student Affairs offices) Fundamentals of Engineering Exam Videowall and stairs/seating in Student Center
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First Year Seminar (mandatory class for freshmen) Food service area in Hamlin Powers Portion of Clarkson University on the "hill" (Clarkson Avenue) Indoor Recreational Center- includes Fieldhouse and Alumni Gym Institute for a Sustainable Environment International Student Organization International Students and Scholars Office Java City
SSC State TAC Walker WCKN WiSE WTSC
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Series of fun/social events on Friday/Saturday nights Mechanical engineer Online classroom- used in FYS Multi-Purpose Rooms- located on top floor of Student Center Graham and Price Hall B.H. Snell (academic building) Organic Chemistry
Office of Information Technology Downtown campus- includes theater Physical Chemistry Database to enroll in classes, view grades, etc. Hamlin-Powers Residence Halls Walkway between Hamlin-Powers and Moore House Campus convenience store on lower level of Student Center Reynolds, Brooks, Ross, and Cubley residence halls Resident Advisor Resident Director (student staff who oversee RAs) Ross Brooks Dining Hall Student Administrative Services Food service area in Student Center Student Projects for Engineering Experience and Design Student Success Center SUNY Potsdam Technology Advancement Center Walker Arena (next to Kinney) Clarkson Television Station Women in Science and Engineering (theme floor) Clarkson radio station "91.1 The Source"
P ARENTS A SSOCIATION KATHRYN JOHNSON VICE PRESIDENT FOR UNIVERSITY OUTREACH & STUDENT AFFAIRS 315-268-5515 kjohnson@clarkson.edu THE Parents Association represents all Clarkson parents, promoting their active involvement in the University. Parents become lifetime members of the Association upon the enrollment of their son or daughter. The Association develops interaction and support between the University and parents, and provides insight into the life of your Clarkson student.
PARENTS COMMITTEE
The Parents Committee is the executive committee of the Parents Association. The 20-30 committee members act as a sounding board for parents' opinions and represent parents with sons and daughters in all class years. Parents Committee meetings are held on campus twice a year, usually in conjunction with Family Weekend (fall) and an Admission Open House (spring).
ADMISSIONS MENTOR Current Clarkson parents mingle with accepted students and their parents during the Spring Open House, providing insight, answering questions, and fostering a community environment. You can assist our Admission staff by sharing your Clarkson experience with students and parents in your community. Please refer qualified scholars to the Admission Office at 315-268-6480 or admission@clarkson.edu.
CAREER ASSISTANCE PROGRAM If your company employs college graduates for entry-level positions, you could help develop a relationship between your organization and Clarkson's Career Center. For more information, please contact our Career Center at 315-268-6477 or career@clarkson.edu.
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F AMILY /H OMECOMING W EEKEND STUDENT LIFE & ENGAGEMENT PHONE: 315-268-6680 clarkson.edu/parents_family/family_weekend.html studentengagement@clarkson.edu HELD in October, the annual Family/Homecoming Weekend is one weekend during which there are a myriad of events to enjoy. This tradition is an opportunity for families to discover more about the lives of their students while enjoying student performances, faculty presentations, soccer, hockey and football games, and special entertainment! All events are for families, students, and alumni. Mark your calendars for October 24 & 25, 2014!
GOLDEN KNIGHT HOCKEY
Clarkson is proud to host an annual “Parent’s Hockey Game” each year during Family Weekend, as well as a standard hockey game. Your family is invited to attend them both. Come support your Golden Knights this fall! Check online for the hockey ticket request form in early September.
LODGING Potsdam is a small town, thus accommodations are limited. We urge you to make reservations as soon as possible. For lodging information please visit www.northcountryguide.com. 10
T OP 10 T IPS FROM S TUDENTS FOR P ARENTS Tip 1: Trust us! You have spent the last 18 years
raising us; trust that while we might make mistakes, we will learn from them, and we are growing up.
Tip 2: Don’t ask if we want to come home or are homesick. We might not even be thinking about it until you suggest it, and then it will be all we think about. We might not say it, but we do miss you and are trying our best to focus on adjusting to college life.
Tip 3: Let us solve our own problems. We don’t
need you calling our professors/ Clarkson staff unless we ask you to.
Tip 4: Don’t worry (too much) about frantic phone calls. Be patient, support us and reassure us as we adjust to the challenges of college academics. By the time we hang up, we have probably moved on already.
Tip 5: Encourage us to utilize all the FREE services that Clarkson offers: tutoring, writing center, counseling, over 90 clubs, and much more are offered at CU.
Tip 6: Ask us questions (but not too many) and listen to what we say. Tip 7: Work with us to find friends in our town or neighboring towns that are going to Clarkson as well, or are already attending. The carpooling for breaks and holidays will come in handy!
Tip 8: Help us handle the stress of college by sending a pick-me-up care package or card to our campus mailbox.
Tip 9: Plan on visiting us on major event weekends like Family/Homecoming weekend, and make your
hotel reservations early! Potsdam is only so big, and you definitely don’t want to stay in our residence hall room.
Tip 10: Accept and understand that visits home will be different from now on. We get used to completely different habits and lifestyle while at college. It just means we are adjusting well!
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C AMPUS L IFE CLARKSON is a residential campus, so during the first couple of weeks, students are encouraged to join a club or organization, take part in campus programs, and work out at the fitness center. We want your student to make the most of their college experience while keeping a healthy balance between school and activities. Clarkson staff and students work hard to develop programming for and with students. The CUSA Office, located in the Student Center, is the number one place to find out about one of the 90+ organizations to join; a list is available at http://knightlife.clarkson.edu. Additionally, an activities fair is held each fall during the first week of classes.
All student organizations are governed by the Clarkson University Student Association (CUSA). Joining an organization is a great way for your student to meet new people, gain leadership skills, build their resume, and become an active member of the Clarkson community. If nothing on the list interests your student, they can create their own organization. ERC Suite 1100 is home to the Vice President for University Outreach and Student Affairs, Dean of Students, Residence Life, and Student Life and Engagement. This can be your student’s first stop for finding information about campus housing, Family/ Homecoming Weekend activities, Late Knight events, and volunteering. 12
R ESIDENCE L IFE & H OUSING ERC SUITE 1100 PHONE: 315-268-6642 FAX: 315-268-7710 http://www.clarkson.edu/residencelife/ Clarkson is a residential University. Implicit is the belief that the residential experience plays a vital role in the overall education and development of all students. Residence Life at Clarkson seeks to establish an enriching living-learning community that supports the main mission of the University, especially in the areas of creating academic excellence, promoting diversity, and alumni engagement. The residential program for new students is designed to facilitate a healthy and positive transition to Clarkson. Each student is expected to exhibit behavior reflecting responsible citizenship, integrity and acceptance. To provide each and every student with the best housing experience, the Residence Life Office strives to provide information on all topics and meet the needs of the students. Most first-year students will be housed in the Quad (Reynolds, Brooks, Ross and Cubley), or in HamlinPowers. First-year students are assigned a roommate(s), and their room. After the first year, students can choose their roommate(s) and will go through Housing Lottery to select their room. Students are required to live on campus all four years unless they meet an exemption requirement. All rooms on campus are wired for internet and cable, and Moore House, Ross, Brooks, Cubley, and Reynolds residence halls have Wi-Fi. All come with extra long twin mattress and laundry facilities are located in a central location for each complex. The machines are high efficiency and laundry is free. Please make sure when packing you check our list of what items to bring and what items are prohibited in campus housing: http://www.clarkson.edu/ residencelife/halls/checklist.html For many students, moving to college is the first time they will be living away from home and sharing space with people who may be different than them. Each student is expected to follow all housing regulations. The policies are available online at: http://www.clarkson.edu/studentaffairs/regulations/ix.html
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R OOMMATES Your student will most likely be living with a roommate or roommates they have never met before, and who may be different than they are. Some roommates will be the best of friends, some will simply peaceably coexist, some will be night and day, and a few will actively try to switch rooms. This is all OK; roommates don’t need to be best friends. However, students might seek your help once the semester has begun and they have settled into life at Clarkson. If you do choose to seek assistance, it is recommended that students handle conflicts on their own. Residence Life has student and full-time staff that are available to assist student conflicts and issues that arise while living on campus. If your student is distressed, remind them that they can seek these staff members for help.
If there is an issue with roommates, remind your student to speak with: Their roommate. Often times, conflicts are most easily solved by having a conversation about what is bothering
them. The longer students avoid speaking about the issue, the longer the issue will bother them. However, there might be some roommates who will ignore these conversations. They will then want to speak with: Their RA/RD. Depending on where your student lives, they may have either a Resident Advisor (RA) or Resident
Director (RD). These are student staff that live on the same hall as your student, and are trained to help with these kinds of conflicts. If speaking with their roommate doesn’t work, speaking with an RA/RD will help the situation. If, for some reason, there is still an issue, students can move on to speak with: Their AC. Area Coordinators (AC) are full time, professional, live-in staff that help coordinate student RAs and
RDs. As a last resort, students can speak with ACs if problems persist, and have already spoken to their roommate and RA/RD. It is important to know that when a professional staff member gets involved, the following approaches are used: We will not take sides. Our job is to work toward a mediated resolution. Sometimes, the roommate who has tried to compromise and resolve disagreements will need to make the decision to move. If the roommate cannot resolve their differences, as a last resort we may facilitate a room change. If a room change is the next step, we will provide all possible options—however, it is the student’s responsibility to meet prospective new roommates and inform the office of his or her decision of where they are moving.
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D INING ON C AMPUS CHEEL CAMPUS CENTER PHONE: 315-268-3816 www.clarkson.campusdish.com
EMAIL: clarksondining@aramark.com FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/campusdining
MANY parents are worried about how and where their student will eat. At Clarkson, campus dining is an integral part of the college experience and strives to make your student’s dining experience memorable and enjoyable. Our six on-campus dining locations aim to accommodate varying schedules, dietary restrictions, and nutritional needs of all students. Five different meal-plan options are available to help your student adjust to changing eating habits and daily schedules throughout your students’ years on campus. All first year students are highly recommended to have The Golden Knight meal plan to ensure they have breakfast, lunch and dinner 7 days a week throughout the semester. Prior to spring semester, the Dining Office can pull a usage report to show how many meals were used and determine if another plan is more suitable. Students have the first 2 weeks of every semester to change their meal plan. MEAL PLAN OPTIONS
DECLINING BALANCE (DB) Dining dollars that you can spend at any campus dining location. You can add on DB at any time. It rolls over from fall to spring semester and can be used through May graduation.
The Golden Knight 21 board meals per week & $25 in DB The All Northern 200 block meals & $75 in DB Platinum Dining 150 block meals & $225 in DB The Sandstoner 7 board meals per week, 50 block meals & $275 in DB Emerald Dining 5 board meals per week, 20 block meals & $425 in DB
BOARD MEALS Meals that reset each week on Saturday mornings. Can be used to enter the dining hall for an all-you-care-to-eat meal or as a “meal equivalency” swipe at designated retail dining venues. BLOCK MEALS A number of meals that decline as they are used during the semester. Can be used to enter the dining hall for an all-you-care-to-eat meal or as a “meal equivalency” swipe at designated retail dining venues.
Students can check the amount of meals and declining balance they have left at any cash register or in the Dining Office, located on the main floor of Cheel Campus Center. Knight Card is also accepted at all of our dining locations.
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D INING L OCATIONS Student Center Servery (Upper level of the Student Center) A made-to-order retail location including stations with grill favorites, pasta, Panini sandwiches, soup, salad, pizza and International grill entrées. Choose something new every day! Monday – Sunday 11:00 am – 8:00 pm Java City Café (First floor of the Student Center) Java City is a café offering a wide variety of hot, cold, and blended specialty beverages, pastries, grab and go salads, sandwiches and snacks. Monday - Sunday 7:30 am – 8:00 pm P.O.D. Market (Lower level of the Student Center) A campus grocery store where you can purchase snacks, beverages, frozen meals, F’real milkshakes, rotisserie chicken, toiletries and more. Monday - Sunday 10:00 am - Midnight Ross-Brooks (Residential Dining Hall) Ross-Brooks is an all-you-care-to-eat dining hall which offers a variety of cutting-edge American entrées, ethnically inspired foods, and vegetarian selections. Enjoy home-cooked favorites, grilled sandwiches, fresh burgers, specialty fries, pizza, Panini’s, soup, salad, desserts and more. Open Monday - Friday 7:00 am - 8:00 pm & Saturday and Sunday 9:00am - 8:00 pm Ross-Brooks Late Night The grill offers a variety of grilled sandwiches, fresh burgers, and specialty fries. Enjoy pizza, rolletos, appetizers, wings, milkshakes and smoothies. Don’t want to leave your room? No problem, Late Night delivers! Ross-Brooks Late Night accepts Cash, Declining Balance, KnightCard, MasterCard & Visa. Monday - Sunday (Late Night) 9:00 pm – 1:00 am Main Street Café (Main floor of Cheel Arena) The Main Street Café food court offers several different options. Subway® will make you a world famous sub and the Main Street Grill will be cooking up a variety of specialty burgers, free range chicken, and vegetarian options featuring local, seasonal ingredients under our Adirondack Kitchen brand. "The Smokehouse" has home-style foods such as carved meats, mashed potatoes, gravy and vegetables. For those looking for a lighter meal, Main Street offers homemade soups, specialty salads, sandwiches and snacks, all available to-go for those on the run. Entrepreneur Coffee is proudly brewed here. Monday - Friday 7:30 am - 8:00 pm
Concrete Café (Third floor Science Center) Choose from homemade soup, gourmet sandwiches and salads, fruit and cheese or a great cup of Entrepreneur Coffee! Monday - Thursday 7:30 am - 3:00 pm, Friday 7:30 am – 2:00 pm The Healthy Pantry (Located in Hamlin-Powers) A convenient café living in Hamlin-Powers or walking to and from downtown Potsdam. Enjoy a variety of grab-n-go breakfast and lunch items, including specialty sandwiches, salads, fruit, cheese, yogurt and homemade desserts. Entrepreneur Coffee is proudly brewed here. Monday - Friday 7:00 am - 2:00 pm
*Meal Plan is accepted at all locations except Java City and P.O.D. Market. Ross-Brooks Late Night will now feature a swipe option.
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G REEK L IFE Clarkson is home to a rich and dynamic history of fraternity and sorority life. Fifteen different national and local fraternities and sororities have recognized chapters on campus. Fraternities and Sororities organize activities that embrace the academic mission of the University and create an environment of responsible leadership and service. RECOGNIZED ORGANIZATIONS Fraternities
Alpha Chi Rho Fraternity Delta Sigma Phi Fraternity Delta Upsilon Fraternity Omicron Pi Omicron* Phi Kappa Sigma Fraternity Sigma Chi Fraternity Sigma Delta* Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity Tau Epsilon Phi Fraternity Tau Kappa Epsilon Zeta Nu*
Sororities Delta Zeta Sorority Kappa Delta Chi Sorority, Inc. Phi Sigma Sigma Fraternity Theta Phi Alpha Fraternity *Local chapters
Joining: Female students are eligible to join second semester of their first year and male students are eligible to join
as sophomores OR to join organizations who have received special permission to recruit second semester first-year students. All students wishing to join must have at least a 2.5 minimum GPA. Students who choose to participate in recruitment activities are under no obligation to join the fraternity and sorority system. At the end of the recruitment period, the chapters extend formal written invitations (bids). If a student chooses to accept the bid, then he/ she is affiliated with that chapter. Once a student decides to accept a bid from a chapter, he or she is oriented through meetings, philanthropic service, social events, and study sessions. This new member period may not last more than six weeks, as stipulated by Clarkson regulations, and programs are structured so as to not interfere with academic responsibilities. New member education is designed to be informative and fun, because physical and mental hazing is not tolerated at Clarkson or under New York State law.
Housing: Each chapter has different housing options, and different requirements. Some groups live in Clarkson resi-
dence halls, others in houses owned and operated by the chapters themselves and still other groups live in fraternity houses owned by the University. Chapters with their own houses commonly run their own meal plans, either with a paid cook or members themselves preparing meals. Clarkson provides off-campus Greek housing approvals to academically eligible students.
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A THLETICS Clarkson owns a rich, competitive athletic tradition with nationally recognized NCAA Division I men's and women's hockey teams, and 18 Division III sports. All athletic events are free to students with a Clarkson student ID and parents always look forward to the Family Weekend hockey game (look for details on how to get tickets in early September at www.clarkson.edu/familyweekend). Clarkson’s greatest rival is neighboring St. Lawrence University. We encourage you to join your student at any athletic competition and cheer on the Golden Knights!
CLUB SPORTS Many students who were involved in athletics in high school or would like to try a new sport will join a club sport. Club sports are for those students who want more than intramurals. Club Sports teams are student run and student organized, and are overseen by CUSA. Club Sports are a great way to gain leadership skills, meet new people and have fun! Please visit the CUSA website (http://www.clarkson.edu/cusa/clubs.html) to see what current teams are active and to find contact information regarding tryouts.
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S TUDENT C ENTER INDOOR & OUTDOOR RECREATION INTRAMURALS
Our fiercely fun, not-so-competitive intramural teams attract more than 80 percent of Clarkson students. Students can show off their stick work in roller hockey, shoot hoops in the pool with water basketball or score a touchdown in touch football. Clar kson intramural teams compete in soccer, football, broomball, 3-on-3 basketball, 5-on-5 basketball, ice hockey, volleyball and indoor soccer.
INDOOR RECREATION CENTER (IRC) Whether your student is a tennis player, a jogger or enjoy taking fitness classes, Clarkson offers a variety of facilities to ensure that there is something for everyone. The Indoor Recreation Center houses: Gym 25 meter swimming pool Indoor track Field house for tennis, volleyball, or basketball Racquetball courts Weight room Fitness Center, with full assortment of cardiovascular machines Fitness classes including yoga, Zumba, and aikido
OUTDOOR RECREATION
The campus offers miles of trails for hiking, biking and cross-country skiing through woodlands and wetlands. It also provides easy access to the mountains, rivers and lakes of the nearly six-million acre Adirondack Park wilderness. Year-round recreation opportunities range from backpacking, biking and skiing to mountain hiking, camping, fishing, boating and swimming. Kayaking, canoeing and river rafting are also popular, and our students regularly go on expeditions for rock climbing and caving. Whether it’s the Ski Club, Bike Club or the Outing Club, Clarkson students are always planning an adventure. Excursions near and far will enable your student to take advantage of all the outdoor recreational possibilities available in their spectacul ar environment. Clarkson maintains a commitment to good health and fitness, and supports social and recreational interactions while offering students the opportunity to develop athletic skills in an equitable manner.
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C AREER C ENTER EDUCATIONAL RESOURCE CENTER SUITE 2300 PHONE: 315-268-6477 www.clarkson.edu/career
EMAIL: career@clarkson.edu FACEBOOK: Clarkson University Career Center Clarkson University KnightLink
The Career Center is a student service that provides linkages between students, alumni, and employers as they prepare to meet post-graduate and hiring goals. Our office provides comprehensive career development and services that include exploration, preparation, experiential education, study abroad exchange and employment opportunities. We utilize an educational placement model/ process that proactively engages students to meet their career-related goals within a global context. One in five Clarkson graduates is the CEO, vice president or owner of his or her own company. Great careers like that don’t just happen — they result from a progressive 21stcentury education, solid career planning, lots of hard work, and plenty of opportunities to acquire meaningful real-world experience.
95% of Clarkson graduates are working in their field of study one year after graduation Career Services provides assistance in discovering self-awareness of interests, values and talents through the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator Hosts two on-campus and two virtual career fairs each year, bringing over a hundred employers to campus. Encourage exploration of future career paths through job shadow, mentoring, company visits Assists with finding internship, co-op, projects, regional career experiences Facilitates mock interviews and resume development Maintains KnightLink, an online career resource for all Clarkson students 20 20
S TUDY A BROAD E XCHANGE
http://www.clarkson.edu/career/students/study_exchange/ STUDYING Abroad or completing an Exchange program can be an excellent opportunity to embrace another culture and have a life-changing global experience. The International Study Abroad/ Exchange Program provides all undergraduate students with the opportunity to study and live in another country and culture for a semester or a full year. Clarkson partners with over 39 study abroad programs and 10 research partner programs in 26 countries to closely match the academic and cultural needs of students. There are also short-term program options, usually three weeks in length, which students can select if going abroad for a semester or a full year is not feasible. Typically, students begin to apply during their sophomore year to study abroad during junior year. We recommend if your student is interested to start researching and planning early. Students must have a 3.0 GPA to study abroad. Students who plan ahead and work with the Career Center and their academic advisor are able to graduate in four years. Because each academic program is different and each student’s financial situation is different, we encourage your student to plan ahead and to check with their SAS representative, their academic program and the Career Center as early as possible in order to meet your student’s goals. If your student is ready to study abroad, encourage them to visit the Career Center to get started.
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H EALTH & C OUNSELING C ENTER S TUDENT C ENTER STUDENT HEALTH SERVICES ERC SUITE 1300 PHONE: 315-268-6683, Fax: 315-268-6448 http://www.clarkson.edu/healthcenter/ THE University has a partnership with Canton-Potsdam Hospital (CPH) in which CPH provides professional staffing and services at the University’s Student Health & Counseling Center. Through this partnership, students enjoy a comprehensive health care program and the broad professional capacities provided by the hospital and its highly trained staff. All full-time undergraduate and graduate students who have paid a facility fee are eligible to visit the Health Center. CPH provides clinical services including: Basic medical care Preventative care General physicals for student related activities (additional charge) Limited urgent care Students also have access to CPH’s state-of-the-art lab services
Most routine visits to the Health Center are free of charge, with the exception of physicals, STD testing, immunizations, and flu vaccines. Blood work and x-rays are performed at Canton-Potsdam Hospital. If a prescription is necessary, students can have it filled at any local pharmacy. The closest to campus is Kinney Drugs. Other local pharmacies are Wal-Mart and Walgreens which are within two miles of Clarkson University. After-hours non-emergency medical attention is directed to Canton-Potsdam Hospital Afterhours Clinic located in Canton, NY (approximately 10 miles from campus), in the EJ Noble building. If emergency treatment is necessary, CantonPotsdam Hospital is located on 50 Leroy Street, Potsdam. 22 22
H EALTH & C OUNSELING C ENTER COUNSELING CENTER EDUCATIONAL RESOURCE CENTER SUITE 1300 PHONE: 315-268-2327 http://www.clarkson.edu/counseling COUNSELING is a proactive way to manage challenges and difficulties, gain perspective, and take responsibility for one's emotional welfare. Our services are confidential and offered at no additional cost. Students seek counseling for a variety of reasons, including, but not limited to:
Relationship issues Loss and bereavement Body image and eating disorders Anxiety
Abuse, dependency and addiction Academic struggles Adjustment to change Sexual assault or
harassment Depression Self-esteem Sexuality
*DURING THE ACADEMIC YEAR, COUNSELING IS AVAILABLE FROM 8 A.M. TO 4:30 P.M. SUGGESTIONS ON HOW TO HELP YOUR STUDENT WITH THE COLLEGE ADJUSTMENT PROCESS Most students experience some difficulty in adjustment when entering the college environment. Don't panic. Listen carefully to concerns and complaints, and focus on helping your student find his or her own solutions. Encourage your student to seek assistance from the resources available on campus, such as setting up appointments with staff members, faculty members, the Health and Counseling Center, the Student Success Center, the Career Center, etc. If you are concerned that s/he may not be following through, and want to call campus personnel yourself, it is a good idea to talk it over with your daughter or son before doing so. S/he may prefer you not to get involved, and even if you decide to make a call anyway, it is important for your student to be informed of that. During their first year at Clarkson University, or any university setting for that matter, students sometimes allow fears of parental disapproval - real or imagined - to inhibit their academic explorations. It is important to make it clear that you have confidence in your son’s or daughter's abilities to explore new opportunities while improving knowledge in existing areas of interest. This can be a time of exploring new educational horizons. There will be times when you are not happy about something going on in your student's social or academic life. Telephone disagreements can leave everyone feeling upset. It can sometimes be helpful to take time to think through the situation. Decide what your reactions are, how fair they are, and how strong a stand you really want to take. Then re -establish contact and talk the issues through in as calm and reasonable way as you can. Having usually been accustomed to parental care, students often have a tendency to "tough it out" when they are ill or exhausted. Encourage your student to take advantage of health and counseling services early, rather than risking their own or others' health.
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A LCOHOL AlcoholEdu® for College is a 1.5-2.5 hour, Web-based alcohol education program being used at more than 500 colleges and universities around the country. The program uses the latest techniques and science-based research to educate students about the impact of alcohol on the mind and body. Whether or not your child drinks alcohol, AlcoholEdu® for College will empower your student to make well-informed decisions about alcohol and help him or her better cope with the drinking behavior of peers. Every incoming first-year student will be required to take AlcoholEdu® for College and pass the course exam. We will be communicating directly with your student regarding the information and instructions he/she needs to complete this course. To help ensure that your student meets this requirement, please remind your son or daughter that all students must complete it prior to arriving on campus. The release date is July 21 and students will be notified by email. The students’ course is also available for parents to review to help open a dialogue about alcohol with your son or daughter. As part of AlcoholEdu® for College, there are survey questions as well as knowledge exams. We hope you find it helpful to see the types of questions they are faced with during the program; however, please note that it is not essential for you to respond to the questions while taking AlcoholEdu® for College. If you choose to review the course, instructions on how to do so are below:
ALCOHOLEDU FOR COLLEGE PARENT DIRECTIONS: To take AlcoholEdu for College, you will need a computer with internet access and audio capabilities. 1) Go to: http://parents.alcoholedu.com 2) Please review the minimum system requirements available at the bottom of the login page. 3) Under New User enter the following Login ID that applies to you: Parents ONLY, P190044PARENT 4) Click “Sign Up” and follow the on-screen prompts. 5) You may log in and out of the course at the end of each section. Section ends are marked with a “Next” button. DO NOT log out until you click the “Next” button or you will have to repeat the section. 6) When you return, log in as a Returning User and enter the same email address and password you created. NEED HELP? Should you experience any difficulties or require support, the AlcoholEdu Online Technical Support Center is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Simply click on the “Technical Help” button located in the upper right-hand corner of every AlcoholEdu for College screen. You do not need to be logged into the course to access the Technical Support Center. For a review of Clarkson’s policy on campus use of alcohol, please visit online at: http://www.clarkson.edu/studentaffairs/regulations/ix.html#A 24
S TUDENT S UCCESS C ENTER EDUCATIONAL RESOURCE CENTER SUITE 1400 PHONE: 315-268-2209 www.clarkson.edu/ssc THE mission of the Student Success Center is to provide structured and effective services, opportunities and experiences in a proactive and supportive environment to help your student succeed. Using a collaborative approach within and across the campus community, the SSC offers all students access to academic counseling and advisement, as well as tutoring and accommodative services. We believe in the ability of all well-equipped students to persist and achieve at Clarkson University. The SSC is the centralized location for your student to access support and services to ensure a successful academic career. Through workshops, individual meetings, and cultural enrichment events — all at no additional cost— the SSC provides one-stop-shopping for the tools your student needs to be successful at Clarkson. The SSC provides first year advising, accommodative services, tutoring services and new student and family outreach programs. THE FIRST-YEAR SEMINAR All first-year students at Clarkson are required to take this 10 week seminar, which introduces the expectations of the learning process at Clarkson, builds communication and teamwork skills, and provides some fundamental content related to wellness and relationships during the college experience. Discussion, team activities, leadership opportunities, and fall semester interaction with upper-class peer educators form the foundation of the course. CU CONNECT: MENTORING OF ALL FIRST-YEAR STUDENTS Through CU Connect, every freshman student has the opportunity to connect in a meaningful way with a Clarkson University administrative and/or staff member. Students and staff meet several times throughout the first semester and have some continued contact into the second semester. Our semi-structured and flexible outline of contacts help students feel comfortable seeking necessary information about academic and non-academic aspects of college. ACADEMIC RECOVERY C OURSES FOR FRESHMEN & SOPHOMORES Each spring semester, the Student Success Center offers “UNIV 100: Project Success Strategies for Academic Success,” an academic recovery course that helps freshmen and sophomores get back on track academically after a weak fall semester. This course focuses on the development and application of study skills required for college-level work, as well as the identification and minimization of barriers that impede individual student achievement. 10 WEEKS OF WORKSHOPS FOR ADDITIONAL HELP Also available in the spring semester are workshops, aimed at sophomores and juniors, to help better assist students as they navigate through college. Available workshops include Time Management, College Reading Strategies, Staying Healthy, and Test Taking Strategies. 10 workshops will be offered in the spring, with a different workshop once a week.
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S TUDENT F IRST -Y EAR CAENTER DVISING STUDENT SUCCESS CENTER, EDUCATIONAL RESOURCE CENTER 1400 PHONE: 315-268-3948 www.clarkson.edu/firstyear ADVISING is an important function to Clarkson University’s faculty and staff. All students meet with a designated faculty and/or administrative advisor, but First-Year Advising is available for students who seek extra guidance outside of their major department. If your student is unsure of their choice of major, or would like to combine another major with their existing major, a First-Year Advisor would be able to assist. Often, the initial meeting deals with the overall adjustment to life on campus and provides information about resources available to assist with academic or other concerns as appropriate. EXAMPLES OF SERVICES:
Create an academic plan so they can discover and pursue new interests.
Plan their major or course selection
Answer questions about degree or program requirements.
Connect with on-and-off campus resources.
Cope with academic difficulties.
Make informed decisions about educational goals.
Exploring Academic Majors event on campus
First-Year Advising helps students identify campus resources so they can take advantage of the opportunities available at the University. For example, they can help students connect with people to answer questions about academic and career options, tutoring, academic programs/majors, residence life, counseling, accommodative services, study abroad opportunities, cooperative education, financial and registration information. It is not unusual for students to experience many changes in their first year on campus, and we provide resources to help them get “connected” to the University. While geared toward first-year students, any student may use the First-Year Advising services at any point during their college career.
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S TUDENT C ENTER A CCOMMODATIVE S ERVICES EDUCATIONAL RESOURCE CENTER SUITE 1400 PHONE: 315-268-7643 www.clarkson.edu/oas
EMAIL: oas@clarkson.edu FAX: 315-268-2400
IN order to ensure equal access for students with disabilities, Clarkson University’s Office of Accommodative Services (OAS) provides reasonable accommodations to qualified students in compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, as amended in 2008. In accordance with our mission, OAS determines, coordinates and provides reasonable accommodations, educates and advocates for an accessible and hospitable learning environment, and promotes responsibility and self-advocacy on the part of the individuals we serve. Students are encouraged to self-disclose a disability prior to arrival on campus. The sooner the Office is aware of accommodative needs, the better prepared we are for your student Appropriate reasonable accommodations are determined on an individual basis using an interactive process.
HOW DOES YOUR STUDENT KNOW IF THEY QUALIFY FOR SERVICES? The ADA defines a person with a disability as any person who:
Has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities.
Has a record of such impairment.
Is regarded as having such an impairment
In order for OAS to determine if a student’s condition meets the standard defined by the law, an evaluative intake process will be conducted with the student, and any additional documentation provided will be reviewed. All decisions are made on a case -by-case basis, and any additional information requested during the intake process will be used to determine current functional limitations caused by the disability and reasonable accommodations. For more information about the Office of Accommodative Services, including information for prospective students, please visit www.clarkson.edu/oas. To discuss your student’s needs, please contact the Office of Accommodative Services via phone or email. We look forward to working with you! 27 27
TUDENT SCERVICES ENTER TSUTORING EDUCATIONAL RESOURCE CENTER 1400 PHONE: 315-268-4396 http://www.clarkson.edu/ssc/tutoring/
TUTORING CENTER
The Tutoring Center is open from 7:00 pm until 11:00 pm, Sunday through Thursday, in the Quad Classroom
200. The center is staffed by 3 tutors per shift, providing help for Calculus, Math, Physics and Chemistry. The tutors who work in the center will be able to tutor multiple courses (primarily first- and second- year). There is also a Calc/Physics/Engineering Tutoring Lab located in CAMP 178, which is open 7:00 pm until 11:00pm, Sunday through Wednesday. The tutors will be able to help with several sophomore/junior level Engineering courses as well as Math and Physics. The Tutoring Center is in addition to our assigned small group tutoring format. Signing up for small group tutoring is now available through your Peoplesoft account. Please follow the instructions on the link provided to make your requests: https://www.clarkson.edu/forms/tutorial.php?tutorial=Tutor_Request.
BERTRAND H. SNELL ROOM 129 PHONE: 315-268-4439 www.clarkson.edu/writingcenter
WRITING CENTER
The Writing Center helps students strengthen their skills by developing, organizing, and editing their work. The tutors in the Writing Center help with personal, academic and professional communication tasks including essays, labs, reports and letters. The Writing Center has at least two tutors available the following hours when classes are in session. You can make an appointment or drop by when the center is open: Monday-Thursday Friday Sunday
12:00-5:00pm & 6:30pm-8:00pm 12:00-2:30pm 6:00-8:00pm
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S USTAINABILITY ON C AMPUS INSTITUTE FOR A SUSTAINABLE ENVIRONMENT TAC 122 PHONE: 315-268-3856
EMAIL: sustain@clarkson.edu FACEBOOK: CUSustainability www.clarkson.edu/green
Clarkson University has committed to including sustainability in everything we do. We value our natural environment and the social wellbeing of our students, employees and broader Northern New York community. Accomplishing this requires the support of all members of the campus community. Actions ranging from recycling wastes appropriately and using a re-fillable water bottle to taking a leadership position on a Sustainability Fund grant are encouraged. Students involved in sustainability projects have made a difference! For example, the water bottle refill stations, low-cost water bottles and re-useable to-go box programs are all examples of changes our students have implemented to improve the sustainability of campus operations. Many other opportunities are available to include sustainability in academic or extra-curricular activities as well. Learn how to get involved at www.clarkson.edu/green Consider adopting these green tips to make a difference on campus and in your life! RETHINK WASTE: If you don’t use materials, you do not need to worry about recycling or disposal. Carry your Own: Coffee mug, water bottle and canvas shopping bags all help to reduce solid waste and save you money! Swap and Share: Clarkson’s Greencycle, Take it or leave it, and the Annual campus garage sale all provide help to reuse material goods. Recycle all you can: Zero-sort recycling – it (almost) all goes into one blue bin BE EFFICIENT WITH ENERGY: Power Down: Set your computer to automatically sleep during inactive periods and use a power strip to turn computers and other electronics off overnight. Cardboard Cut your driving miles: Combine your travels with healthy living – walk or bike to or around campus. Carpool when you can. Packaging, paper bags, milk cartons Manage Building heat: Save energy by closing blinds and windows Paper appropriately Empty coffee cups, newspaper, clean Switch Bulbs: Use compact fluorescent or LED light bulbs. take out containers, pizza boxes
VALUE OUR RESOURCES: Our campus’ built, natural and human capital are priceless! Take time to enjoy and respect our setting and those you work or live with. WATCH WHAT YOU EAT: Try a vegetarian or vegan diet for one or two days a week and focus on locally grown or fair-trade food to really reduce your ecological impact.
Plastic All hard containers #1 - #7 (no bags) plastic food and drink cups and lids
All in one bin No liquids, ice or food
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O FFICE OF I NFORMATION T ECHNOLOGY GRAHAM HALL PHONE: 315-268-6700 EMAIL: servicecenter@clarkson.edu www.clarkson.edu/oit
The mission of OIT is to provide the highest quality IT services to the University Community. Students are able to access their Clarkson University email on the web at: mymail.clarkson.edu, and are able to access PeopleSoft, Moodle, and their MyFiles account online as well.
Clarkson requires you to have antivirus software installed on any computer your student brings on campus. For Windows operating systems, Microsoft Security Essentials is available for free on Microsoft’s website.
Each residence hall contains wired network ports for students. Full wireless is available in Moore House and the Quad residence halls. For other locations, students may bring wireless routers.
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T RANSPORTATION IF your student is looking for a way to get home for a long weekend or holiday break, check out the Trailways bus service online at www.trailwaysny.com for ticket prices. This is especially helpful for students who live in New York City or Buffalo. You can even plan a day out with friends in Watertown or Syracuse.
For fare and schedule information, or to order tickets, you can contact a representative directly by calling (800) 776-7548.
Yet another way to get a ride home is to post on the Ride Board. Clarkson students looking for a ride home can post on the website. Students who want to offer a ride home to other students can also post here. The website connects students who live nearby so they can carpool. Check out more information at www.clarkson.edu/ clarkson_community/ carpool.
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T RANSPORTATION ( CON ’ T ) BIG DEAL ON CAMPUS, SMALL IMPACT ON THE EARTH. Need a car? Borrow a Zipcar! Clarkson University has partnered with Zipcar to bring car sharing, a sustainable transportation option, to students on campus. To use Zipcar, students can simply register as a member, reserve a car online or by phone, use their Zipcard to enter the car, and drive away. When they’re done, they return the car to the same location where they picked it up. As a member, your student gets: Access to Zipcars 24/7.
Discounted hourly rates for faculty, staff and students age 18 and older: rates start at just $7.50/hour or $69/day.
Gas, insurance and maintenance are included for free! Join for only $25 a year, and receive $35 in driving credit your first month.
Learn more and get started at http://www.zipcar.com/clarkson
Need more information? Find out more about Zipcar What is car sharing? Is car sharing for me? What happens if I return a car late? Zipcar on Facebook Zipcar on Twitter
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TUDENT C ENTER T HE USNIVERSITY B OOKSTORE 39 MARKET STREET - DOWNTOWN POTSDAM PHONE: 315-265-9260 www.clarksonshop.com
FACEBOOK: THE UNIVERSITY BOOKSTORE @ CU EMAIL: bookstore@clarkson.edu
YOUR EDUCATION. YOUR BOOKSTORE. The University Bookstore: a place your student can trust to have the right stuff at the right time and the right place. Our team of experts ensures that we have the course materials and supplies your student needs to succeed and can assist you with any questions you may have. VALUE AND CONVENIENCE. The University Bookstore offers a number of textbook formats – your student can buy new, used, or digital books, and can even RENT their books. Renting books through our Rent-A-Text program offers your student the lowest upfront cost while still allowing them to use their books like they would if they bought them (highlighting and notes are allowed!). Renting still allows your student the option to convert to purchase up until the last day of finals (with no penalty fee), if they decide they want to keep a textbook. Our Rent-A-Text and digital textbook programs, offer serious savings – making learning more affordable. We work directly with instructors, which means we know exactly which materials are needed each term and you can be confident your student will have the right materials at the right time. EFOLLETT.COM = YOUR BOOKSTORE. When your student orders books from efollett.com, they’re ordering from their bookstore. Shop our store online at efollett.com or directly at www.clarkson.bkstr.com from your computer, tablet or smartphone. No matter how your student shops, they will get our top-notch customer support and access to the largest textbook inventory. And for their convenience, they can choose to pick up their order in-store. APPAREL, GIFTS, & MUCH MORE. The University Bookstore isn’t just the place to shop for your textbooks – we offer so much more! Apparel & accessories, supplies, general books, everyday essentials, and many other services. We also offer a full service café!
KNIGHT ARMOR STORE CHEEL CAMPUS CENTER 315-265-0525 For on-campus shopping, visit the Knight Armor Store - our “Spirit Shop” - located in the Cheel Campus Center. The Knight Armor Store is convenient to walk to when your student needs their Clarkson gear, for any sports game! The place to shop for Clarkson apparel and gifts, on campus – open all year round.
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