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WELCOME TO HARCUM COLLEGE
Founded by Edith Hatcher Harcum in 1915, the College has
empowered generations of students by preparing them for
dignifed, remunerative, socially useful work. Providing tangible
possibilities for individual success remains a central purpose of
HarcumThe College of Possibilities.
By coupling practical, experiential education with exposure to
the liberal arts, Harcum, from its inception, has also sought to
enrich its graduates by broadening their intellectual and cultural
horizons. For students who are uncertain about career choices,
Harcums mission is to encourage self-discovery and to promote
learning for learnings sake. For those who see the liberal arts
and sciences as a springboard to a specialized career, Harcum
helps students identify appropriate directions for development.
OUR MISSION
Harcum College provides its students with outstanding
academic and career preparation. We teach and prepare
students for success in their chosen profession in a holistic
and experiential environment where every student is valued
and supported. The College embraces its core values of
excellence, civility, empowerment, integrity, community
service, and respect for diversity.
HARCUM COLLEGE
The College of Possibilities
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20142015 ACADEMIC CALENDAR
Fall Semester 2014
New student orientation Friday June 27
New student orientation Tursday July 24
All payments due Friday August 8
New student orientation Tursday August 14
New students move in Friday August 22
Returning students move in Saturday August 23
Classes begin at 8:30 a.m. Monday August 25
Labor Day Holiday Monday September 1
Add/Drop period ends Monday September 8
Fall Break Friday October 3
Homecoming Friday & Sat. October 10, 11
Last day to withdraw with a W Friday October 24
Pre-registration for Spring Mon.Fri. Oct. 27Nov. 7
Open Registration Monday November 10
Tanksgiving recess begins after last class. Tuesday November 25
Residence halls close Tuesday November 25
Classes resume at 8:30 a.m. Monday December 1
Last day of classes Friday December 12
Residence halls close @ 6:00 p.m. Friday December 12
Grades due by noon Wednesday December 17
Spring Semester 2015
All payments due Friday January 2
New student orientation Friday January 9
Resident students report Sunday January 11
Classes begin at 8:30 a.m. Monday January 12
MLK Day (Day of Service) Monday January 19
Add/Drop period ends Friday January 23
Deadline for Incomplete grade change Friday January 23
Last day to withdraw with a W Friday March 13
Spring recess Mon.Fri. March 1620
Classes resume at 8:30 a.m. Monday March 23
Registration for Summer Mon.Fri. March 23April 3
Pre-registration for Fall Mon.Fri. March 23April 3
Open registration Monday April 6
Last day of classes Friday May 1
Residence halls close (non-graduates) at 6:00 p.m. Friday May 1
Grades due Monday May 4
Commencement Saturday May 9
Academic Calendar revised 2014 2-24
STUDENT & CAMPUS EVENTS
Check out Harcums Event Calendar
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SAVE THE DATE!
HOMECOMING WEEKEND
Friday & Saturday, October 10 & 11, 2014
Bryn Mawr Campus
Ofcial 100th Anniversary Celebration
Kickof for the Harcum Community
Thursday, January 15, 2015
Bryn Mawr Campus
NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION
Handbook Table of Contents
Arrival and Move-in Information 6
First Year Students 6
Transfer Students 7
Non-Traditional and Commuter Students 7
Preparing for Harcum College 89
Student ID Cards 8
Parking Permits 8
Emergency Alert Sign Up 8
Harcum Hatch Email Account 9
Student Health Insurance 9
Student Immunization 9
Academic & Student Resources 1014
Academic Support 10
Counseling Offce 10
Health Services 10
Disability Services 10
English Language Academy 11
Policies on Drugs & Alcohol 13
Residence Life 14
Campus Living & Check List 15
Student & Campus Life 1617
Athletics & Recreation 16
Harcum Music School 16
Campus Activities 17
Clubs & Organizations 17
Student Government 17
Career & Transfer Services 18
Campus Directory 19
Bryn Mawr Campus Map 20

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ARRIVAL & MOVE-IN INFORMATION
Congratulations on your decision to attend Harcum College!
We are anxiously awaiting your arrival to campus to
introduce you and your family to our institution!
Our goal is to help you make a smooth transition to college
as well as give you the best opportunity to learn about
the many resources and opportunities available to you
on campus. Residence Life Fall 2014 move-in efforts are
designed to help you get to know the people and amenities
which are available to help you reach your goals, learn about
being a member of the Harcum community, and of course,
meet other students!
When you arrive to our Bryn Mawr campus, you will be
welcomed by a group of enthusiastic Residence Life
Coordinators. The Residence Life Coordinators and the
Harcum College staff want to make sure your move-in
experience is a memorable one.
Look for a Welcome Packet from
Residence Life over the summer months.
If you have any questions about housing, please contact the
Offce of Residence Life at 610-526-6092.
Check out page 15 for information on
what to bring to campus.
RESIDENCE LIFE
Residence Life at Harcum College is an integral part
of the educational experience. Harcum offers two
suite-style residence halls.
The Residence Life Staff is dedicated to promoting a
secure and welcoming living learning community that
provides an enjoyable experience, valuing individuals
as engaged and socially responsible members of
their community.
The Offce of Residence Life staff consists of fve
professional staff members. The Director and
Assistant Director of Residence Life are responsible
for overseeing the overall educational, disciplinary,
operational, and assignment aspects of the
department. There are three additional professional
staff members whom in addition to assisting in
the management of aspects of their assigned
areas, also serve in counseling, supervising,
advising, discipline, and programming roles. These
professional staff members reside on campus within
our residential facilities as well.
Ofce of Residence Life
Located in the lobby of Pennswood Hall
Ofce hours: 9am5pm
610-526-6092
WELCOME TO CAMPUS!
Harcum College has a lot to offer both our
resident students, our transfer, and our off-
campus students.
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TRANSFER STUDENT ORIENTATION
Transfer students are strongly encouraged to participate
in all Orientation events. Though you may have already
participated in a new student orientation at a previous
institution, our New Student Orientation highlights all
aspects of engaging and being successful within the
Harcum community. Our Orientation events connect you
with our resources, staff members, and fellow students.
FOR COMMUTER
& OFF-CAMPUS STUDENTS
Commuter students are welcomed and encouraged
to participate in all campus programs and events. A
student lounge with computers, beverage and snack
machines, a mini-fridge, and a microwave is located
on the lower level of the Academic Center, across from
the bookstore. Students are welcome in the dining hall
located on the frst foor of Klein Hall. There are also
vending machines in the lobby of Klein Hall and a small
patio/sun deck with tables and chairs adjacent to the
vending area. Picnic tables and benches are located
across campus for your enjoyment. In addition, the
Bookstore Caf is a place students can enjoy coffee
and socialize. Commuter students have identifed the
following spaces as great places to spend time between
classes:
Commuter Lounge
Located in the basement of the Academic Center, this
lounge has been unoffcially named the Commuter
Lounge for its popularity with commuter students.
There are computers with printer, a microwave,
vending machines, couches, and tables. Although not
as quiet as the library, the space is somewhat quiet
for studying and socializing.
Klein Hall Lobby
The main lobby in Klein Hall is a high-traffc area with
couches for lounging and socializing, a television,
and vending machines.
Klein Hall Dining Room
Located on the frst foor of Klein Hall. Commuters
can take advantage of the inexpensive all you can
eat breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Meal plans and
discounts are available.
Library
The Library has many quiet spaces to study or work
on one of the computers.
KINDERCARE
KinderCare has been a part of Harcum College since
1999. In 2001, Knowledge Learning Corporation
acquired Harcum Childrens Academy, and in 2006
we became part of KinderCare Learning Centers. The
curriculum features various topics which interest young
children and also encompass age appropriate and
developmentally appropriate activities. We focus on
all areas of development including social, emotional,
cognitive, and physical areas. The program is gauged
to meet your childs individual needs. Activities in the
classroom include sensory activities, creative arts, math,
music, and movement. We hope that you will stop by to
see our center, and make it a home away from home!
KinderCare is located in Pennswood Hall, 750
Montgomery Ave. Please visit:
www.kindercare.com/our-centers/bryn-mawr
for more information or call 610-526-9244
PARKING ON CAMPUS
All students are welcome to park on campus. Any
students who choose to park their vehicles on campus
are required to register their vehicle for a fee regardless
of the number of days parked on the campus.
The fee structure is $80 per year or $40 per Fall or
Spring semester. The fee for Summer is $25 and there
is a $10 fee for each additional vehicle.
All vehicles must be registered.
Register Online!
www.harcum.edu/VehicleRegistration
Pennswood Hall
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STUDENT IDENTIFICATION CARDS
The ID card is the offcial Harcum College identifcation
card. It must be carried by faculty, staff, and students while
they are on the Harcum campus. All new students must
report to the Department of Campus Safety, Klein Hall,
Room 107 to receive an ID card.
Resident students receive an ID card that has a magnetic
stripe/swipe. Their cards are programmed per the direction
of the Offce of Residence Life to open the door to their
assigned residence hall. Upon swiping their card at the
entry door of their assigned residence hall, they are granted
access to the building. Only Klein Hall students need to
swipe their cards to gain access to the foors in Klein Hall
in the evening hours. Students should report lost cards
immediately to the Department of Campus Safety. Duplicate
cards are issued and a $10.00 replacement fee is charged.
Students should not punch holes in their cards without
the assistance of Campus Safety. Campus Safety uses a
special device to assist students who wish to punch holes
in their cards.
EMERGENCY ALERTS
& WEATHER-RELATED DELAYS
Harcum College uses an emergency alert system called
e2Campus to provide emergency text messaging and email
to alert to students, faculty, and staff about potentially
hazardous situations on campus, as well as weather-related
delays and closings. Successful implementation of the
alert system relies on campus-wide participation. Students
are required to sign up with the e2Campus system before
classes begin.
To sign up for emergency alerts visit:
www.e2campus.net/my/harcum/
The opt-out date is when the notifcation alert will expire. Students can use their
expected date of graduation. A validation code will be sent to your phone. You must
enter the code from your phone to complete the registration process.
PARKING PERMITS
All students are welcome to park on campus. Any students
who choose to park their vehicles on campus are required
to register their vehicle for a fee regardless of the number
of days parked on the campus. Harcum Colleges Bryn Mawr
Campus has ample parking available for on-campus and off-
campus students. Parking is available behind Pennswood
Hall, between the Academic Center and Pennswood Hall,
behind Klein Hall, along the Veterinary Building, and the
Dental Clinic.
The fee structure is $80 per year or $40 per Fall or Spring
semester. The fee for Summer is $25 and there is a $10 for each
additional vehicle. All vehicles must be registered.
GET CONNECTED!
And get in geareverything from our Harcum
Hatch eMail in your frst week to getting your
immunizations before coming to Harcum College.
Please visit the Department of Campus Safety
for your ofcial Harcum College ID card & to
purchase parking permits.
Campus Safety
Klein Hall, First Floor - Rm. 105
610-526-6099
Klein Hall Student Lounge
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HARCUM HATCH EMAIL ACCOUNTS
Harcum Hatch is Harcum Colleges primary email. Your
Hatch email account is the primary way for instructors
and administration to reach you. It also allows the
College to send emergency alerts and weather related
notifcations. All students are required to step up and
use their Harcum Hatch email account. Harcum Hatch is
powered by Google.
CAMPUS STORE
Show off your Harcum Bears Pride and check out our
campus bookstore for the latest in Harcum swag,
BearWear, decals, and supplies. Textbooks are sold
through our Online Bookstore.
ONLINE BOOKSTORE
Students are encouraged to order textbooks from
the Harcum College Online Bookstore. Save money
with used and rental books. Information about which
textbooks you need will come from your class instructor.
Be sure to set up your Hatch account for email and
Harcum College updates.
www.harcum.bkstr.com
STUDENT HEALTH INSURANCE
Harcum College requires all students to have health
insurance. If a student is not covered under their
parents, spouses, or other plan, the student must
purchase the Colleges Student Accident and Sickness
Insurance Plan.
All students will be billed for the Colleges insurance
plan unless they complete the online waiver form
indicating that they have health insurance through
another policy. The purpose of this policy is to
protect students from having their academic progress
interrupted due to large, unexpected medical bills.
The Harcum College Accident and Sickness Insurance
Plan is a low-cost health insurance plan that covers
injuries sustained and sickness contracted during the
coverage period.
Students can request, in writing, that the Bursars ofce apply excess
nancial aid to their health insurance fee. This can only be done after all
tuition and fees have been satised. If a student fails to comply with the
Colleges health insurance policy the student may have a Bursars Hold
placed on his/her record. A Bursars Hold blocks a students access to
IQ Web, preventing the student from scheduling classes, reviewing bills,
and accessing grades.
STUDENT IMMUNIZATIONS
The Colleges immunization policy is based on the
recommendations of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvanias
Department of Health and Immunization and the
American College Health Association and is in direct
correlation with the CDC guidelines. The purpose of this
policy is to reduce the students risk of infection from
preventable, contagious diseases, as well as to reduce
the risk of a health epidemic on campus. Submission of
documentation to Health Services is not required unless
you are a residential student or participating in the
International program.
Harcum College requires all entering students to complete the
following immunization schedule:
MMR Vaccine: Measles, Mumps, Rubella (two doses,
2nd dose after 1980).
Hepatitis B Vaccine (3 doses)
PPD Screening within 12 months of entering Harcum
College (Performed in the United States)
Varicella (Chicken Pox): Disease history or two doses
of vaccine.
Tetanus/Diptheria and Pertusis: Within the past ten
years, it is a combined vaccine
For resident students:
Meningococcalone or two doses required per CDC
guidelines prior to entry into the College for students living in
College owned and operated residence halls.
For students in the International program:
Current Tuberculosis screening by either a ppd skin test or
quantiferon gold blood test. This must be performed in the
United States and within the past six months.
If residential:
Meningitis documentation is also required.
Commuter Students:
Harcum College highly recommends, but does not require, the
meningitis vaccine for commuter students.
Veterinary Technology Rabies:
Current Tetanus vaccine within the last ten years. Required for
all veterinary students before starting practicum. It is a series
of 3 shots given by the College Physician in the Harcum
Health Center.
Exceptions to the policy are religious beliefs: a student must provide a
written statement which indicates a sincere, genuine belief that prohibits
immunization. Health reasons: a written statement from a physician or
nurse practitioner is required specifying that immunizations would be
detrimental to the students health.
For more information on Student Health
Insurance & Immunizations, contact:
Health Services
Klein Hall, First Floor - Rm. 106
610-526-6090
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ACADEMIC SUPPORT SERVICES
The Educational Success Center (ESC) provides
tutoring and other academic support services for
students. Any student with a documented physical,
learning, psychological, or other disability is eligible for
services. Students seeking disability services must
provide documentation* to the Offce of Disability
Services.
The Educational Success Center
Academic Center, 2nd Floor - Rm. 217
Monday through Thursday, 9 am5 pm
Friday, 9 am1 pm.
*Documentation that outlines the diagnosis and recommendations
for accommodations is needed from the student. This documentation
must be current and completed by an appropriate professional such as
a medical doctor, learning consultant, psychiatrist, or psychologist. For
documentation to be considered current it must be dated within two
years of the students start of classes at Harcum. Documentation can
include IEPs and/or results of testing. Accommodations are based on
recommendations from the above documentation.
COUNSELING SERVICES
Counseling services are available to all students free
of charge to address life issues such as relationships,
stress, depression, academics, etc. Individual sessions
are provided. Group sessions are available upon
request.
FAQ
What happens if a student has a crisis after hours?
If a student is in crisis, depending on the severity, 911
or Counseling Services will be called. There is 24/7
coverage for Counseling Services.
Will you let family members know if a student
has come in for counseling?
No, all sessions are confdential unless the student
gives written permission for family members to be
contacted.
If a student is recovering and has no current resources,
are there resources available?
Counseling Services can provide information for
resources in the community and work with the student in
accessing these resources, as well as be an additional
support for the student, if applicable.
DISABILITY SERVICES
Accommodations for students with disabilities
can include appropriate classroom and testing
accommodations, tutoring, study skills, note taking,
as well as academic, personal, and career counseling.
Please send documentation to Dr. Richard Cooper,
Director of Disability Services; rcooper@harcum.edu. Or
call for questions: 610-526-6036.
STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES (SS)
Student Support Services (SSS) is a federally funded
grant program serving Harcum students who meet
one or more of the following criteria: family income
guidelines, have a disability, and/or are frst generation
college students. Students are required to complete an
application. Applications are available in the Offce of
Educational Success Services.
Offce of Educational Success Services
Academic Center, Rm. B-9
610-526-6052
HEALTH SERVICES
Health Services is staffed by a director who is an
R.N. and is open MondayFriday with shortened hours
during the summer. The Center provides evaluation and
treatment of injuries and illness. There is no charge
for students who are seen through Health Services.
Referrals to the Medical Director are made on a case by
case basis and may include some out of pocket expense
for this service.
Residential students are required to submit
documentation regarding their meningitis vaccine status.
Students in the International program are required
to submit Tuberculosis screening performed in the
United States. After hour care, if the illness or injury
is more serious or severe will be handled either by the
911 emergency system or self transport to the local
emergency room.
FOR COUNSELING OR HEALTH NEEDS:
Health Services
Klein Hall, First Floor - Rm. 106
610-526-6090
Counseling Services
Klein Hall, First Floor - Rm. 200
610-526-6045
SUPPORT & RESOURCES
Our teams of educational professionals are
here to support you and offer guidance over
the course of your academic journey.
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ENGLISH LANGUAGE ACADEMY
The English Language Academy provides professional
instruction in linguistic skills, intercultural communication,
and American culture. The Academy is ideal for non-native
English speakers who wish to gain skills and communicate
with competence in an English-speaking environment,
including school or work.
English Language Academy
Academic, 2nd Floor
610-526-6116
ACADEMICS
Grades are available on line at the end of each semester.
Students must access Self Service to view their grades.
Upon enrollment, students are sent information on how
to access their Harcum email account and login to Self
Service. Students are given a nine-digit unique student ID
number that permits access.
Family Educational Rights to Privacy Act (FERPA)
This act, also known as the Buckley Amendment,
provides for the privacy of a students educational
records. Unless a student provides the College with
a signed release that allows the College to discuss
the content of his/her academic records with specifc
individuals, the College is not permitted to discuss these
records with anyone except the student.
ACADEMIC ADVISORS
In most programs the Program Director acts as the
students academic advisor.
ENROLLMENT
Students are required to meet with their academic
advisors to register for classes. Registration dates are
indicated in the academic calendar that can be found at
the end of this guide.
DEANS LIST AND PRESIDENTS LIST
Requirements to make the Deans List or Presidents
List are as follows: Students must earn a GPA of 3.50-
3.99 per semester to make the Deans List and a GPA of
4.00 per semester to make the Presidents List.
COURSE LOAD
Typically, a student enrolls in fve courses per semester.
Most courses are three credits so a normal load is 15
credits. Students must take 6 credits to be eligible for
fnancial aid. Students who require remedial work may
be limited to 13 credits per semester.
A student may take more than 15 credits in one
semester, but this must be approved by the Dean of
Faculty. In addition, an overload fee is charged for more
than 17 credits per semester.
STUDENT SUPPORT
Students are encouraged to meet with their academic
advisor when they are experiencing diffculty in a course.
Students are encouraged to visit the ESC Center
(Educational Support Center Room AC 217) to receive
tutoring and other academic support services to assist
them with their course work.
COURSE DROP
Students can drop a course at any time prior to the
drop/add date located on the academic calendar in the
back of this guide. Students wishing to drop a course
should contact their program directors. It is important to
remember that by dropping a course, students may be
affecting their fnancial aid. Therefore, students should
contact the fnancial aid offce before any decisions are
made.
COURSE WITHDRAW
Students may request to withdraw from a course at any
time prior to the fnal examination. Students should
see their advisors for the proper withdrawal form. If
the student withdraws prior to the date listed on the
academic calendar, a grade of W is assigned. After that
date, a WP (Withdrawal Passing) or a WF (Withdrawal
Failing) grade is assigned. None of these grades affect
the students grade point average (GPA). Failure to
attend classes is not automatically a withdrawal.
ACADEMIC DISHONESTY & CHEATING
The Offce of Academic Affairs is responsible for
upholding the academic integrity of the College. Any
student who is dishonest in any assignment, test, or
examination will receive a grade of F and the incident
is reported to the VP of Academic Affairs. Penalties for
academic honesty violations are cumulative. A second
violation will result in failure of the course; the third will
result in expulsion from the College.
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CAREER AND TRANSFER SERVICES
Career Services works with students to select a major
that best suits their interests and abilities. There are
also several resources students can use to assess their
aptitude, interests, and skills. These instruments can be
administered by Career Services staff. Also, the Career
Library houses numerous books and materials to help
students learn more about a major or profession.
Career Services provides individual and group sessions
in resume and cover letter writing, interviewing skills, and
dressing for success, as well as other areas to assist
students in a successful job search. In addition we
can discuss different career search strategies through
workshops and individual counseling.
Transfer advising assists students interested in transferring
to a four-year college or university. Transfer advising
services include: selecting the appropriate college or
university, completing the application process, and writing
the essay. Harcum also sponsors two Transfer Fairs each
year that are well attended by area college and university
admission representatives.
FINANCIAL AID
A student must reapply for needbased fnancial aid by
using the FASFA (Free Application for Student Financial Aid)
or the Renewal FASFA each year. The deadline for submitting
the FASFA or the Renewal FASFA each year is May 1.
A student must make progress toward his/her degree to
be eligible for fnancial aid for the following academic year.
A student must complete a minimum of 67% of attempted
credits each year. A student must also maintain a minimum
cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.0. Merit awards
require a minimum GPA of 2.5
FINANCIAL AID AWARD
If a student is awarded any fnancial aid, he/she will
receive an award letter.This award will be refected on
your invoice as anticipated aid, and subtracted from
your bill. When the aid is received at Harcum it will then
be posted to your bill as actual aid.There may be a
difference between anticipated and actual aid, which is
based upon many factors.
FEDERAL LOANS
Federal loans are applied to a students account as
anticipated aid as soon as they are awarded and
reported to the College. Once received, the College
posts the aid on the students account as actual aid.

FAQ
Can I still apply for nancial aid even though the May 1
deadline has passed?
Yes, however, eligibility may be limited to certain programs.
Federal Pell Grant, Federal Stafford, and PLUS loan
programs are all available, if a student is eligible. Harcum
need-based grants and scholarships, Federal Perkins Loan,
FSEOG and FWS will be awarded if funds are available.
Offce of Financial Aid
Melville Hall, 2nd Floor
610-526-6094
BILLING
Students taking 12 to 18 credits are billed at the full time
rate of $10,550 per semester (annual cost of $21,100).
Students taking fewer than 11 credits are billed at the rate
of $675 per credit.Overload credits (over 18) are billed at
the rate of $675 per credit.
Bills are mailed starting July 1 for the fall semester and are
mailed at least once a month until paid.The fall tuition is
due by the drop/add date which is 10 days after classes
start.For the spring semester students are billed soon
after they register and this bill is also due by the drop/add
date, 10 days after classes start.Please see the academic
calendar at the end of this guide for drop/add dates.
PAYMENTS
Harcum accepts cash, personal check, third party
check, Visa or MasterCard. Payments are accepted in
the Bursars Offce/Student Accounts offce located
on the 2nd foor in Melville Hall. Follow Bursar Offce/
Student Accounts on Twitter @HarcumBursar.
DINING SERVICES
A meal plan required for all residential students. The plan
consists of 19 meals per week and is billed along with the
students housing bill. All 19 meals must be used in a given
week or they are lost.
Residential students are given a Harcum ID card that
indicates on the front of the card that the student is a
resident. A student must present his/her ID card to the
cashier each time to access a meal.
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DINING PLANS FOR COMMUTERS
Yes, for commuting students the College offers a plan
that includes 10 meals +1 meal free for $40. The time
restriction for using these meals is one academic year.
Commuting students can also pay the door price per
meal. The dining hall is located on the frst foor of Klein
Hall. Home style meals are available seven days per
week.
FEDERAL WORK STUDY
FWS is a federal jobs package. Students who are eligible
for Federal Work Study will see this eligibility documented in
their fnancial aid award letter.
Students may not work more than 20 hours per week when
they are in classes. Unlike other forms of fnancial aid, FWS
is not deducted from a students bill. All dollars earned
through FWS are paid to the student directly through a
payroll check. To receive a paycheck, students must submit
the necessary documentation to the Human Resource
Offce upon being hired and complete the associated
paperwork. Students complete time sheets for hours
worked on a biweekly basis. All time sheets must be signed
by the students supervisor. Provided students follow these
procedure they will receive a paycheck the 15th and the last
day of the month if they have work.
JUDICIAL AFFAIRS
The Offce of the Dean of Student Life is responsible for
the administration of all disciplinary incidents that occur
on and off campus. When reports of student misconduct
are received, arrangements are made for cases to be
adjudicated and confdential disciplinary records are
maintained. The Colleges behavioral expectations are
stated within the Student Code of Conduct which can be
found in The Student Handbook, which can be accessed
at www.harcum.edu. Sanctions range from a disciplinary
reprimand to expulsion from the College. The severity of the
sanction depends on the seriousness of the violation and
whether or not a student has a previous disciplinary history.
HARASSMENT
Students who violate the Colleges harassment policy
shall be subject to appropriate disciplinary action.
Harassment is any behavior that would verbally
or physically threaten, torment, badger, heckle, or
persecute an individual because of his or her race, color,
national origin, sexual orientation, age, religion, gender,
or disability.
POLICIES ON DRUGS AND ALCOHOL
Harcum College observes Pennsylvania State law which
states that the sale, possession, or consumption of alcohol
by persons less than 21 years of age is illegal. It is also
illegal to serve alcohol to minors.
ALCOHOL
The possession or consumption of alcoholic beverages
is prohibited on Harcum Colleges campus grounds.
Should any Harcum College Offcial discover a student
visibly intoxicated or with any beverages containing
alcohol on Harcum Colleges campus grounds, the
procedures found on page 36 and 37 of Harcum
College Handbook under Student Code of Conduct
and then under Substance Abuse Policies will be
strictly enforced.
DRUGS
In accordance with STATE and FEDERAL LAW, Harcum
College has established these priorities: To provide
an atmosphere free from the manufacture, sale,
distribution, use or abuse of illegal or prescriptions
drugs. To stress safety and individual accountability for
all Harcum College students. To establish clear penalties
for violating the Colleges drug policy. To provide
students with information about confdential on-campus
and off-campus resources to address issues related to
drug use and abuse.
PARKING
Students who choose to park their vehicles on campus are
required to pay a vehicle registration fee regardless of the
number of days parked on the campus. The fee structure is
$80 per year or $40 per fall semester and $40 per spring
semester. The summer fee is $25. $10 for each additional
vehicle.
The Offce of Campus Safety, located in Klein Hall, Room
107, is responsible for the enforcement of parking and
traffc policies and regulations on the Harcum College
campus.
CAMPUS SAFETY
All campus safety offcers are subject to a full criminal
background check completed by the Pennsylvania State
Police prior to being hired.
TRAINING
All offcers receive training which includes basic security
principles, on-the-job training, and they are certifed in
First Aid/CPR/AED. Our offcers do not carry frearms.
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ACADEMIC & STUDENT RESOURCES
24/7 SECURITY/ ESCORTS
The College provides campus safety offcers who
patrol the campus 24/7. Walking escorts are provided
for students upon request. Emergency Call Boxes
are available across campus, and campus alerts are
provided if deemed appropriate.
EMERGENCY CALL BOXES
Emergency Call Boxes are provided across the campus
for safety and convenience. When the boxes are
activated, Campus Safety is notifed of the callers
location and responds.
Students can use the Emergency Call Boxes
or call 610-526-6099. Both will alert the campus safety
ofcer on duty.
MEDICAL ESCORTS
Upon request students will be transported to the College
Nurses offce. In situations where students require
emergency care, 911 will be called.
CAMPUS WIDE E-MAIL ALERT SYSTEM/e2campus
The Department of Campus Safety will issue a campus
wide e-mail alert when it is determined that an on or off
campus incident is of suffcient importance to notify the
Harcum community. Students must sign up through the
e2 alert system to receive these updates to email or
mobile phone accounts.
STUDENT RIGHT-TO-KNOW &
CAMPUS SECURITY ACTS
The Student Right-to-Know and Campus Security Act, also
known as the Cleary Act, is a federal law requiring all
colleges and universities in the U.S. to report their crime
statistics and campus security/law enforcement policies
and procedures to the US Department of Education and the
campus community once per year. Copies of the College
publications that serve to meet these laws are available in
the Colleges Department of Campus Safety.
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (IT)
Computer labs are located on campus and students can
rent laptops in the library. In addition, the residence halls
are equipped with wireless high speed internet access.
CAMPUS IDENTIFICATION (ID) CARD
The ID card is the offcial Harcum College identifcation card.
It must be carried by faculty, staff, and students while they
are on the Harcum campus. Students can obtain a ID by
visiting the Department of Campus Safety in Klein Hall.
RESIDENCE LIFE
Trained staff in the Offce of Residence Life are prepared
to assist students in working towards the resolution
of problems that they may be experiencing. The staffs
purpose is to support individual students so that they
experience a positive transition to life at Harcum. Residence
Life staff work closely with other offces on campus such
as Counseling Services and Academic Affairs to assist
students in resolving issues of concern.
ASSIGNING ROOMMATES
When new students enroll they are sent housing and
dining applications. The application asks questions
about roommate preferences that are reviewed prior
to assignments being made. Student can request a
specifc roommate, and as long as both roommate
requests each other, chances are good that they will be
housed together. Students can also choose roommates
during new student orientation. Students are notifed
in late July of their assigned roommates. Roommate
contact information is shared enabling roommates to
contact one another before arriving on campus.
ROOMMATE PROBLEMS
Resident Assistants (RAs) live on each of the residence
hall foors. RAs are students who have been specifcally
trained to assist residents when they experience
roommate diffculties. The RAs begin by having the
roommates meet and discuss their issues, potential
compromises, and what they can do to better meet
each others needs. If the RA is unable to mediate the
confict, the Residential Coordinator (RC), a trained
professional staff member of the hall becomes involved.
If mediation does not resolve the roommate confict,
hall staff will encourage roommates to determine who
would be interested in relocating. Unfortunately, not
all roommate conficts are resolvable. In the event
that neither roommate agrees to move voluntarily, the
Offce of Residence Life may require both roommates to
relocate to a new space on campus.
VISITATION
All non-residents will be held accountable for all rules and
regulations outlined in the Conditions of Occupancy, and the
Student Code of Conduct as outlined in the offcial Harcum
College Student Handbook.
All non-residents must sign in with a Campus offcial, leaving
proper identifcation until time of departure.
All guests must remain in an arms length of their host at all
times.
No resident may have more than one guest signed in at any one
time.
Residents are fnancially responsible for any damages or
violations caused by their guest(s).
Residents and non-residents violating any conditions of
occupancy may lose all visitation rights including overnight
privileges.
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CAMPUS
LIVING
www.harcum.edu/HCJourney
Ofce of Residence Life
Located in the lobby of Pennswood Hall
Ofce hours: 9am5pm
610.526.6092
Whats Already Tere?
Bed (twin size)
Chair
Dresser
Closet
Desk
Mirror
Smoke detector
Tings to Pack!
Alarm clock
Baskets (for toiletries and storage)
Bed sheets (singletwin bed)
Bedspread, blanket, and pillow
Bike
Cell phone
Cleaning supplies for your room and bathroom
Computer, printer, and cables
Desk lamp
Dishes and silverware for your room
Fan
Games (cards, board games)
Laundry bag and detergent
Lock box for valuables
Microwave (700 watts and below)
Padlocks (desk, laptop, and bike)
Room decorations (removable)
Refrigerator
(3.5 cubic feet or smaller)
Stereo system (CD player, radio, MP3 player, head-
phones, MP3 player, etc.)
Television
Toilet paper/ toiletries
Towels/ wash cloths
DVD player (with cables)
What to Leave Behind...
Air conditioners
Alcoholic beverages
Appliances without automated shut of
Ashtrays
Candles and incense
Ceiling fans
Large Exercise Equipment
Firearms (including but not limited to paint ball guns,
BB guns, knives, slingshots)
Furniture (couches, tables, etc.)
Illegal drugs
Grills
Halogen lamps
Heaters
Pets (including small fsh tanks)
Water beds
Toaster Ovens, Hot plates, Forman Grills, or any other
cooking appliances
Trafc signs or cones
Any item with an open heating element (ex. hot plates/
toaster ovens/ cofee pots/ etc.)

**Smoking is prohibited in all residence halls, common

areas, and dining facilities.
Klein Hall Dorm Room
STUDENT & CAMPUS LIFE
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ATHLETICS & RECREATION
Harcum is a member of the National Junior College Athletic
Association or NJCAA Division I & II. Harcum sponsors
teams in mens and womens basketball, womens
volleyball, mens and womens soccer, and mens and
womens cross country, indoor track and outdoor track.
The College is always looking for students to help as
managers on game days. If interested contact the Athletic
Director at 610-526-6669.
ATHLETIC FACILITIES
There is an athletic feld located in front of the Academic
Center, as well as a ftness center and gym in the
lower levels of Klein Hall. The ftness center has cardio
equipment and free weights.
The Fitness Center hours of operation are:
Monday through Sunday, 7 am11 pm
ARTS & MUSIC
Richter Hall, the 106-year-old Victorian structure on
Montgomery Avenue, has been a space to nurture Harcums
artists, photographers, and musicians for several decades.
Richter Hall is home to the Harcum Music School. The Music
Schools mission is to help you achieve your musical goals.
Whether you intend to make music your career or a part time love,
our instructors can help you get there. Take classes in Guitar
(electric and acoustic), Piano/Keyboard, Sax, Clarinet, Recorder,
Electric Bass, Drum set, Songwriting, and more!
http://www.harcummusicschool.com/
AROUND CAMPUS
The college experience would not be complete
without making memories and friends through
our many college events, activities, or projects.
The Great Lawn of the Academic Center/Athletic Fields
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CAMPUS ACTIVITIES & CLUBS
www.harcum.edu/HCJourney
CAMPUS ACTIVITIES
There are a wide variety of clubs and organizations on
campus. More information about these organizations
can be found by visiting www.harcum.edu in the
Student Life portal. Students are encouraged to form
new organizations that serve their interest. All new
organization proposals must be submitted to the Offce
of Campus Activities.
Announcements for all programs and events are posted
www.harcum.edu and on bulletin boards throughout
campus, announced in email notices, and campus
activity calendars are distributed to all students.
CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS
Dental Assisting Club
This club provides students in the Dental Assisting
program the opportunity to plan events that will
increase their knowledge of their feld.
Student American Dental
Hygiene Association (SADHA)
This club provides a professional enrichment and
preparation for an active role in national, state, and
local components of the Student American Dental
Hygiene Association. Fundraising and community
projects support club activities. Activities have
included toothbrush sales, a pinning ceremony for
graduating seniors, and table clinics.
Fashion Club
The Fashion Club is for students who like to stay
informed about developments in the fashion industry.
This club organizes the annual fashion show, among
other activities.
Harcum Association for the Education
of Young Children (HAEYC)
HAEYC is an offcial local chapter of The Delaware
Valley Association for the Education of Young
Children and, part of the national organization, The
National Association for the Education of Young
Children. The members work with our Delaware Valley
Chapter to arrange informational visits and conduct
fundraising events.
Organization of Animal Technician Students (OATS)
OATS is open to any and all students interested in
learning and gaining experience with animals. The
OATS Club has gone to the Dog Show in Philadelphia,
Pet Therapy at Bryn Mawr Terrace, animal handling
events, and organized the bi-annual dog washes, a
great fundraising and community affair.
Student Nurses Association
of Pennsylvania (SNAP)
SNAP is a student-run organization that represents
over 3,000 students from nursing schools throughout
Pennsylvania. As a member of SNAP, you are provided
with the benefts of SNAP and the National Student
Nurses Association.
Interior Design Club
For more information contact Heidi Techner in
Academic Center, Room # B100, phone extension
#6095.
And more!
Phi Theta Kappa (PTK)
Students for a Green Campus
Physical Therapist Assistants Club (PATC)
Campus Philly
Chess Club
Cross Fit Club
STUDENT LEADERSHIP
& STUDENT GOVERNMENT
The Student Government Association is a great way for
students to have their voice heard, become involved
on campus, and gain leadership skills and experience.
There are also numerous leadership positions in each
student organization, and the campus wide Student
Leadership program which includes Resident Assistants,
Student Ambassadors, and Community Coordinators.
STUDENT AMBASSADORS
Student Ambassadors are leaders and role models
possessing an enthusiasm and appreciation for
Harcum College and its community. Ambassadors
are students chosen each year to help with daily
work operations in the Admissions Offce, as well as
provide campus tours and help with campus events.
Go Phillies! Harcum College Day at Citizens Bank Park
SAVE THE DATE!
20142015 Calendar
EVENTS
SEPT. 2229 Career Boot Camp
OCT. 8 Fall 2014 Career Expo
NOV. 5 Fall 2014 Transfer Expo
FEB.* 18 Spring 2015 Transfer Expo
*SNOW MAKEUP DATE FEB. 25
MAR. 2330 Career Boot Camp
APR. 8 Spring 2015 Career Expo
WORKSHOPS
Ongoing weekly workshops are available Tues.,
Weds., and Thurs. from 2:30 pm3:30 pm in
the Academic Center. Please visit the Offce of
Career & Transfer Services in Room 110 or call
610-526-6070 for workshop locations.
YOURE
GOING
PLACES!
Whether you are undecided on a major, looking forward to joining the
workforce, or fnd yourself in pursuit of earning a bachelors degree,
Career & Transfer Services at Harcum College ofers a variety of
resources to help get you where you want to be.
Career & Transfer Services provide quality resources to
assist Harcum College students with career development and
transferring to four-year colleges.
WIN A KINDLE FIRE TABLET
If you are a General Studies student
you could win a Kindle Fire or an iTunes
gift card when you complete four easy
Career Road Map tasks.
Visit the Offce of Career & Transfer
Services to pick up your game piece.
Ofce of Career & Transfer Services
Harcum College, Academic Center
First Floor - Room 110
610-526-6070
careertransfer@harcum.edu
harcum.edu/careertransfer
ABOUT CAREER
& TRANSFER SERVICES
Our mission is to equip all Harcum
College students and alumni with
the skills necessary to have a
competitive edge in their academic
and career arenas. We seek to
Empower, Educate, and Train students
to proactively engage in the career
and transfer process as well as
chart their path toward long career
achievement.
SERVICES
Goal Planning
Individual Career Counseling
Four-Year College Exploration
Job Search and Interview Prep
Weekly Transfer Workshops
Weekly Career Workshops
Career Expo (in Fall and Spring)
Transfer Expo (in Fall and Spring)
Job Listing and Transfer Info
24-hour online access to resources
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HARCUM COLLEGE CAMPUS DIRECTORY
www.harcum.edu/HCJourney
CAMPUS DIRECTORY
Our Campus Directory of professionals are
here to support you and offer guidance over the
course of your academic journey at Harcum.
Pennswood Hall Melville Hall
ADMINISTRATION & OPERATIONS SUPPORT & STUDENT RESOURCES
Academic Affairs Academic Center 610-256-6054 Campus Safety (24 hours) Klein Hall 610-526-6099
Admissions Melville Hall 610-526-6169 Career & Transfer Services Academic Center 610-526-6070
Alumni Services Bedford Hall 610-526-6060 Counseling Services Academic Center 610-526-6045
Bursar/Student Accounts Melville Hall 610-526-6016 Disability Services Academic Center 610-526-6185
College Advancement Bedford Hall 610-526-6196 Educational Support Services Academic Center 610-526-6052
Financial Aid Melville Hall 610-526-6094 English Language Academy Academic Center 610-526-6116
Finance & Business Melville Hall 610-526-6023 Health Services Klein Hall 610-526-6090
Human Resources Melville Hall 610-526-1647 IT Services Academic Center 610-526-1867
Registrar/Student Records Melville Hall 610-526-6010 Library Services Charles H. Trout Library 610-526-6066
Presidents Offce Melville Hall 610-526-6001
Facilities Melville Hall 610-526-1644
Mail Room Academic Center 610-526-6044
STUDENT LIFE & CAMPUS LIVING CAMPUS RESOURCES
Athletics Bears Dean 610-526-6659 Campus Store Academic Center 610-526-6041
Campus Activities Klein Hall 610-526-6038 KinderCare Pennswood Hall 610-526-9244
Dining Services Klein Hall 610-526-6262 Harcum Music School Richter Hall 610-526-6114
Residence Life & Housing Pennswood Hall 610-526-6092 Nursing Department Our Mother of Good
Council (OMGC)
610-526-6123
Student Life Klein Hall 610-526-6032 Harcum Dental Clinic Abram & Goldie Cohen
Dental Center
610-526-6015
Student Government Klein Hall 610-526-6080 Veterinary Services Veterinary Services
Building (VSB)
610-526-6102
Klein Hall
OMGC
Presidents
House
Cohen
Dental Center
Veterinary Services
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www.harcum.edu/HCJOURNEY
#HCJOURNEY
HARCUM C OLLEGE ORIEN TATION 2014
Richter Hall
Kevin D. Marlo
Little Theatre
Charles H. Trout
Library
Bedford Hall Academic Center
COLLEGE IS A GREAT ADVENTURE
a. MELVILLE HALL
Administrative Ofces
Admissions Human Resources
Financial Aid Finance & Business
Registrar & Student Records Facilities
Bursar & Student Accounts PR & Marketing
Offce of the President
b. KEVIN D. MARLO LITTLE THEATRE
c. KLEIN HALL
Campus Dining Residence Hall
Health Center Student Life
Fitness Center/Gym Campus Safety
d. BEDFORD HALL
Offce of College Advancement
Alumni Relations
e. ABRAM & GOLDIE COHEN DENTAL CENTER
Harcum Dental Clinic
f. VETERINARY SERVICES
Veterinary Technology
g. CHARLES H. TROUT LIBRARY
h. ACADEMIC CENTER
Classrooms, Labs, Campus Store, Faculty Offces,
Student Lounge, Student Support Services.
i. PENNSWOOD HALL
Residence Hall, Residence Life Offce, KinderCare
j. RICHTER HALL
Art and Music Studios
k. KINDERCARE
l. OUR MOTHER OF GOOD COUNCIL
(OMGC) Nursing Department, other Allied
Health programs, and Gymnasium.
m. BEARS GYMNASIUM
n. THE GREAT LAWN
OF THE ACADEMIC CENTER
p. CHARLES H. TROUT LAWN
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