2 Contents Muskie Preview 2 2021-2022 Academic Calendar 3 Resource Guide 4 Academics 5 First Year Program 5 Grade Informaon 6 Residence Life 8 Meal Plan Informaon 9 Student Financial Services 10 Student Accounts 11 Commuter Programs and Services 11 On Campus Work Requirement 12 Athlecs 13 University Police 14 Muskingum Emergency Text Alert (META) 14 The Study Center 15 Computer and Network Services 16 Student Email Informaon 16 The Mail Room/Copy Center 17 Disability Resource Services: DEO & PLUS 18 Student Health Center 19 Counseling Services 19 Educaon Abroad 20 Student Organizaons & Leadership Opportunies 21 Campus Recreaon 22 First Year Highlights 23 Career Readiness Competencies 24 FERPA
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External Scholarships in excess of $100 need to be reported to our office by completing the
External Scholarship Response Form at https://www.muskingum.edu/financial-aid/forms.
Students who are accepting the Federal Direct Loan(s) listed on their Financial Aid Award need to complete
online forms so the loan(s) can be processed. Students need to go to https://studentloans.gov and Log In with
their FSA ID to complete:
• Entrance Counseling
• Loan Agreement for Subsidized/Unsubsidized Loan (MPN)
Students who are also accepting a Muskingum Loan that is listed on their Financial Aid Award need to go to www.signmyloan.com to complete Entrance Counseling and an MPN.
Federal Parent PLUS Loans
• The parent is the borrower for this type of loan
• Credit check – Parent Log In at https://studentloans.gov
• Apply for a PLUS Loan
• Complete Loan Agreement for a PLUS Loan (MPN) – after credit approval
• If declined there are options to appeal or add an endorser (cosigner) -OR- the student can receive an
additional $4,000 in Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loan
For information on interest rates and fees please visit https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/
Private Education Loans
• The student is the borrower, but must have a cosigner
• List of lenders and comparison tool available at https://www.muskingum.edu/financialaid/loans
Using Financial Aid to Purchase Books
• We estimate that books could cost $1100 for the first year
• You may increase the amount borrowed through a Parent PLUS or Private Loan to cover books
• If the total financial aid will be greater than billed charges, you may contact the Business Office at
740-826-8118 to move the student account credit to Muskie Bucks.
• Muskie Bucks may be used to purchase books through Muskingum Barnes and Noble online at
The Muskingum Emergency Text Alert (META) system gives Muskingum University officials the ability to com-
municate emergency information quickly via the text message. Through META students will be notified of any
safety or security-related issues in a timely fashion.
All students are automatically enrolled in META. While META is a free* service to Muskingum University stu-
dents, staff, and faculty, it is possible for you to opt out of receiving notifications. To do so, log on to the META
and follow the directions to set your preferences.
Please note that your META user name will be the same as your Muskingum University email user name but
your META password will be different than your Muskingum University password unless you intentionally make
it the same.
* Standard text messaging rates will apply. Contact your carrier for rate information.
The Study Center The Study Center, with locations in the Chess Center and Montgomery Hall, is a free peer-tutoring service that is available to help students succeed in their classes. While the tutoring schedule primarily focuses on 100 and 200 level courses, help is available for many upper-level courses upon request. All Muskingum students have the opportunity to work with tutors who have done well in classes in their major subject and have been recom-mended by faculty in their department.
• Free peer tutoring
• Walk-In Tutoring: The Chess Study Center is open Sunday 6-9 pm and Monday - Thursday 4-9 pm, no ap-pointment necessary
• Tutoring by Appointment: Students may use the Penji scheduling app to request in-person or online tutor-ing for over 20 subjects.
Almost everything students need to know about computing at Muskingum University can be found on our web-
site: www.muskingum.edu/cns.
When first visiting the site, we would recommend that students visit the following links which are located in the
left-hand margin of our CNS pages:
• Computing at Muskingum
• Student Electronic Accounts
• ResNet Home Page
• Don’t Take the Bait
Students are urged to look over these areas as part of their preparation to come to Muskingum, whether or not
they are bringing a personal computer to campus.
Some things to remember:
• Wireless access is available in all locations on campus.
• All residence hall rooms have only one wired network connection. If there will be more than one device in
the room needing a wired network connection, the students will need to purchase a network switch. Stu-
dents need to ensure that they purchase a switch and not a router. Routers are NOT permitted on the
campus network. The campus bookstore sells switches and cables at a competitive price.
• Students should remember to work safely on their computer. Students should never send personal
information (e.g. password, birthdate, social security number) to anyone. Muskingum University will
NEVER ask students for their password! Not in person, not in an e-mail, never! For more
information go to www.muskingum.edu/phishing.
Computer and Network Services is available to assist students in getting (and staying) connected to the campus network. Please note that we are not a computer repair center. However, we do offer some courtesy services (such as assisting with malware removal) on a time available basis.
Please feel free to contact us should you have any questions. We can be reached via phone at
The Mail/Copy Center is located on the ground floor of the Quad Center, referred to as the BOC (Bottom of the
Center) near the Bait Shop. A mailbox is assigned to each undergraduate student (including commuters). Any-
thing delivered to campus arrives at the mailroom – this includes items from USPS, Fed Ex, UPS, etc. The Mail
Room is only open on weekdays (Monday-Friday) and is not able to accept Saturday or Sunday packages. No
deliveries can be accepted at the residence halls.
When addressing mail to be delivered to campus, please see the sample below:
Student Name
199 Stormont Street
New Concord, OH 43762-1199
Families are encouraged to use their student’s full name (first, middle, last) when addressing mail to ensure it is delivered to the correct individual. Please DO NOT use nicknames or pet names when addressing mail to cam-pus.
Students are able to pick up mail from their box from the Student Mail Window. Hours of operation for that service are 8-9 a.m. and noon-5 p.m., Monday-Friday.
The Mail/Copy Center
Every student is issued a Muskingum e-mail account. Students should receive their e-mail address and temporary
password at Muskie Preview.
When students log into their Muskingum e-mail for the first time, they should change their password as soon as
possible. New passwords must contain at least one character from 3 of the 4 character types (Upper Case, Lower
Case, Number, Special Character) and be at least 8 characters long.
Students should protect this password and should NEVER share it. This is the same password that will be used to
log into MuskieLink, Blackboard and for printing services. If students forget their password, they will have to con-
tact Computer and Network Services to reset their password.
Students should be sure to check their Muskingum e-mail on a regular basis. All official Muskingum University
electronic communication is sent to the student’s Muskingum e-mail account.
Student E-Mail
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Disability Resource Services: Disability
Education Office & PLUS Program Muskingum University has two offices located on the lower level of Walter Hall that support students with disa-bilities.
Disability Education Office (DEO) provides federally mandated reasonable accommodations to qualified stu-dents with permanent and temporary disabilities to support participation in all aspects of college life. The DEO determines the appropriate accommodations based on the student’s documentation of their disability needs and functional limitations. Students must request accommodations from the DEO by submitting professional documentation of their disability via email, fax, postal mail, or in person. Each semester, the DEO notifies each student’s instructors of their approved accommodations while keeping each student’s disability diagnosis confi-dential.
In addition to determining appropriate accommodations, the DEO supports students with disabilities by:
• Ensuring equal access to campus programs and services,
• Advocating for students with course instructors regarding their accommodations,
• Empowering student’s independence and development of self-advocacy skills,
• Providing assistive technology and training,
• Educating the university community about the needs of students with disabilities to foster an accessible, inclusive, and caring community.
PLUS Program provides comprehensive academic support services for college students with learning differ-ences to foster the development of skills essential for success in college. A fee for service program, the PLUS Program offers 3 levels of services to meet each students’ unique learning needs.
• Premier – comprehensive academic support – up to 5 hours per week
• Select – less frequent academic support – up to 3 hours per week
• Transitional – support for transition from high school to college OR college to career – up to 1 ½ hours per week
Each PLUS Program student meets during regularly scheduled times with assigned Professional Learning Con-sultants who support each student’s individual learning needs by:
• Focusing on strengths,
• Customizing learning strategies within content tutoring,
• Promoting the development of executive functioning skills and self-advocacy skills,
• Monitoring academic performance,
• Collaborating with each student’s instructors, academic advisors, and families to provide support needed for success in college.
For more information:
Phone: 740-826-8280 Fax: 740-826-8285
DEO email: [email protected] DEO website: https://www.muskingum.edu/deo
PLUS email: [email protected] PLUS website: https://www.muskingum.edu/plus
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The Student Health Center is located on South Street (east campus), behind Lakeside Drive. Hours of operation
are 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday through Friday while classes are in session during the fall and spring semesters. Each
weekday a physician is available in a walk-in clinic setting. Clinic hours will be posted on the Student Health Cen-
ter website. No appointment is needed.
Services include:
• Assessment and treatment of injuries and illnesses
• Appropriate referral and follow up for lab/x-rays or specialists when indicated
• Allergy shots given during clinic hours for minimal fee-charged to student’s University account
• Varsity athletic and child care physicals
• Evaluation of sports related injuries/conditions including concussions
• Collaboration with Counseling Services for medication management of referrals
• Symptomatic COVID Testing
Our University pharmacy license allows nurses to dispense medication to students on-site when
prescribed by the University physician. Since this is not a working pharmacy, prescriptions/refills from home or
other sources cannot be processed. Although there is no cost associated with the physician visit, dispensed medi-
cation charges are forwarded to the student’s university account.
Students must provide the Student Health Center completed forms which are sent to students’ homes over the
summer:
• Health History Form (also available here: www.muskingum.edu/wellness-center)
Note REQUIRED IMMUNIZATIONS and obtain updates as needed.
• Meningococcal and Hepatitis B Vaccination Status Form (also available here: www.muskingum.edu/
wellness-center) This form is mandated by the State of Ohio indicating a student’s Meningitis and Hepatitis B
vaccination information.
Although the Student Health Center is closed during the summer months, voice messages are answered weekly.
Please leave a message at (740) 826-8150. Please email any questions regarding immunizations, services, or in-
surance to Sarah Young-Dickson, RN, BA- [email protected] or Sarah Scott, RN,BSN–
Have you ever thought of studying in another country, being immersed in another culture and possibly learning
another language? Muskingum University has a variety of education abroad opportunities, including study abroad,
internships abroad, and volunteering abroad, designed to fit the diverse needs of our students.
Our programs range from one week to one year so you choose where you want to go and how long you want to be
there. There are programs to fit even the most demanding academic curriculum so every student has the oppor-
tunity for an out of country experience. Many of Muskingum’s opportunities will allow you to use your federal aid
and some even allow you to keep your Muskingum-based scholarships and grants.
Participating in an education abroad program not only serves as the base for an amazing resume, it also enhances
students’ confidence, critical thinking abilities, communication skills, cross-cultural adaptability and academic com-
prehension. It is never too early to start planning your education abroad experience to complete all necessary pa-
perwork, determine which courses will transfer and make sure the experience works seamlessly into the gradua-
tion plan.
For more information on Education Abroad opportunities, contact Dr. Valerie Smith, Director of International Pro-grams, at [email protected] or by phone at 740-826-8094.
Counseling Services Counseling Services assists students in overcoming personal, emotional, and psychological issues that may neg-
atively impact their ability to reach their academic goals and to make the most of their experience at Musk-
ingum University. Our goal is to support students as they acquire the skills, knowledge, and resources to suc-
ceed academically and pursue satisfying and productive lives.
Confidentiality is the foundation of the counseling relationship. Information shared in a counseling session will
be treated by the Counseling Services staff with strict confidentiality following all legal and ethical guidelines.
Counseling is free to all full or part-time undergraduate students who are currently enrolled at Muskingum Uni-
versity and taking classes. There is no additional cost for counseling.
The Counseling Services office has limited summer hours but staff will respond to emails on a weekly basis. If
you have a question please email Tracy Bugglin, Director of Counseling Services at [email protected].
For additional information, explore our website at: www.muskingum.edu/counseling/index.html
Leadership Opportunities Life on campus doesn’t just happen in the classroom. To get the most out of your college experience, find a
way to get involved on campus. Through participation in a club or organization, you will develop leadership and
interpersonal skills all while helping to build a strong campus community. At Muskingum University, we are
proud to offer a wide variety of organizations for students to join. With over 80 active clubs and organizations
to choose from, students are sure to find a group to call their own. Whether you love video games or volun-
teering, Muskingum has a group for most any interest.
• Academic and Professional Organizations
• Athletic and Fitness Clubs
• Honor Societies
• Greek Life — Fraternities, and Sororities
• Media Organizations
• Music/Performance Groups
• Spiritual Life Organizations
• Special Interest Groups
• Social Action Groups
• Student Senate
• Volunteer Opportunities
We challenge students to become involved and make a difference. Each new class of students brings a unique
set of interests to our campus community. New clubs and organizations are always welcome. The Involvement
Fair, held the second Tuesday of the semester, is the perfect way to meet all of our clubs and organizations to
see which one might be right for you. Whether you are starting a brand new club or need a hand finding the
right club for you, our office can help. Be sure to visit the Student Affairs offices on the second floor of the
Quad Center (TOC—Top of the Center), or call us at (740) 826-8080.
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INTRAMURALS
Students can get involved as both a participant and as staff for Intramurals. We offer 1-2 leagues and 2-3 special
events each semester. Typical sports for us have been 3v3 and 5v5 basketball, indoor volleyball, sand volleyball,
slow pitch softball, euchre, ping-pong, indoor soccer, ultimate frisbee, flag football, wiffleball, video game tourna-
ments spikeball, and Muskie Madness (Multi-Event Tournament).
To see everything we have going on go to IMLeagues.com and look for Muskingum University’s page or download
our MuskieFit App.
Campus recreation
CHESS CENTER
The Chess Center is also a great way to get involved on campus and stay healthy. Free group fitness classes are
offered throughout both semesters. We currently offer a yoga class, stability ball class, and cycling class.
We also do some specialized programming within the Chess Center like a smoothie bar, March Madness, and
board game tournaments.
For more information on the wellness activity classes go to IMLeagues.com and look for Muskingum University’s
page or download or MuskieFit App.
For any questions about Campus Recreation please contact Deven Siesel is the Director of Athletic and Recreation
Operations. His office is located in the Chess Center (second floor). You can contact him at
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The first year for any college student will be one with new beginnings, challenges, and successes. Below are some
areas of conversation for students and parents during a Muskie’s first year.
September Involvement Fair Greek Recruitment
Academic Departmental Open House Starfish Early Alerts from Faculty
Add/Drop week Intramurals Kick Off for Fall
October Hot Topic Tuesdays (throughout Fall) Fall Break (October 11-12: No Classes)
Mid Term Grades Homecoming
Majors Fair
November Schedule classes for Spring semester (work closely with FYS Instructor)
Thanksgiving (Wed.-Sun., November 24—27 —residence halls closed for this break)
Last day to withdraw from course
December Short window before final exams Exam review sessions at The Study Center
Final Exams and Semester Grades Residence Halls Close (December 10 at 6 p.m.)
January Add/Drop week Greek Recruitment
Intramurals Kick Off for Spring Register for Spring Break/Trips Abroad
February RA Selection for next year May Term Registration
Mid Term Grades
March Last day to withdraw from course Start thinking about roommate for next year!
Spring Break (March 4-12—residence halls closed)
April Fill out FAFSA for next year
Schedule classes for Fall semester Exam review sessions at The Study Center
Housing Selection for next year Easter Holiday (Thursday-Friday, April 14-15)
First Year Highlights
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Preparing our graduates to be competitive among other college graduates is definitely one of the goals of all of us
at Muskingum University. The National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) has developed a definition
of “Career Readiness” and identified competencies associated with career readiness for the new college graduate.
These definitions provide a common language and framework to use when educating and advising our students.
“Career Readiness is the attainment and demonstration of requisite competencies that broadly prepare college
graduates for a successful transition into the workplace.” www.naceweb.org
Critical Thinking/Problem Solving: Exercise sound reasoning to analyze issues, make decisions, and overcome
problems. The individual is able to obtain, interpret, and use knowledge, facts, and data in this process, and may
demonstrate originality and inventiveness.
Oral/Written Communications: Articulate thoughts and ideas clearly and effectively in written and oral forms
to persons inside and outside of the organization. The individual has public speaking skills; is able to express ideas
to others; and can write/edit memos, letters, and complex technical reports clearly and effectively.
Teamwork/Collaboration: Build collaborative relationships with colleagues and customers representing diverse
cultures, races, ages, genders, religions, lifestyles, and viewpoints. The individual is able to work within a team
structure, and can negotiate and manage conflict.
Digital Technology: Leverage existing digital technologies ethically and efficiently to solve problems, complete
tasks, and accomplish goals. The individual demonstrates effective adaptability to new and emerging technolo-
gies.
Leadership: Leverage the strengths of others to achieve common goals, and use interpersonal skills to coach and
develop others. The individual is able to assess and manage his/her emotions and those of others; use empathetic
skills to guide and motivate; and organize, prioritize, and delegate work.
Professionalism/Work Ethic: Demonstrate personal accountability and effective work habits, e.g., punctuality,
working productively with others, and time workload management and understand the impact of non-verbal com-
munication on professional work image. The individual demonstrates integrity and ethical behavior, acts responsi-
bly with the interests of the larger community in mind, and is able to learn from his/her mistakes.
Career Management: Identify and articulate one’s skills, strengths, knowledge, and experiences relevant to the
position desired and career goals, and identify areas necessary for professional growth. The individual is able to
navigate and explore job options, understands and can take the steps necessary to pursue opportunities, and un-
derstands how to self-advocate for opportunities in the workplace.
Global/Intercultural Fluency: Value, respect, and learn from diverse cultures, races, ages, genders, sexual ori-
entations, and religions. The individual demonstrates openness, inclusiveness, sensitivity, and the ability to inter-
act respectfully with all people and understand individuals’ differences.
Career Readiness Competencies
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The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act Informational Guidelines
What is FERPA?
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 helps protect the privacy of student education records. The Act provides for the right to inspect and review education records, the right to seek to amend those records and to limit disclosure of information from the records. The intent of the legislation is to protect the rights of students and to ensure the privacy and accuracy of education records. The Act applies to all institutions that are the recipients of federal aid administered by the Secretary of Education.
What rights does FERPA afford students with respect to their education records?
* The right to inspect and review their education records within 45 days of the day the university receives a re-quest for access.
* The right to request an amendment to the student’s education records that the student believes are inaccurate or misleading.
* The right to consent to disclosures of personally identifiable information contained in the student’s education records, except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without consent.
* The right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education concerning alleged failures by the college to comply with the requirements of FERPA. The name and address of the Office that administers FERPA is:
Family Policy Compliance Office U.S. Department of Education 400 Maryland Ave., SW Washington, D.C. 20202-8520
How can parents/guardians receive access to a student’s education records?
In accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (20 U.S.C. §1232), University policy pro-hibits the release, to third parties, of non-directory information contained in a student’s educational records with-out the express written consent of the student or the request of a parent or guardian for information about a stu-dent who is their legal dependent for tax purposes. An exception to this policy is made when a student under the age of 21 is involved in alcohol or drug violations, medical emergencies, or violence-related incidents. In these cas-es, the parents or guardians are notified by the University. The request of a parent or guardian for information about a student who is their legal dependent for tax purposes takes precedence over the request of the depend-ent to withhold such information.
The forms for granting access to a parent(s) or guardian(s) are available online at: https://www.muskingum.edu/registrar/forms.