Fort Hays State University

University Offices And Services

University offices and services are ready to assist students in meeting the challenges and complexities of university life. You, as parents, can assist us by encouraging students to make use of these on-campus resources. You might even provide them with specific referrals to these offices when they raise questions or concerns with you.

Academic Success Programs
Kelly Center, 308 Picken Hall, 628-4401 www.fhsu.edu/kellycenter/asp/

Academic Success Programs (A.S.P.): These programs are designed to help all students acquire the skills necessary to develop good study habits and achieve educational and career success. Academic Success Programs offers FREE individual and group tutorial services for the majority of the classes in the General Education curriculum at FHSU. Academic counseling is available for personal time and semester management, textbook reading, lecture note taking, test taking, test anxiety, and collaborative learning. Individual and group tutoring is available for the Pre-Professional Skills Tests (PPST) required for admission into the teacher education program. The Coordinator of A.S.P. teaches the College Reading and Study Skills class TEEL 014 that is designed to help college students improve their reading and study skills in the textbooks/materials currently being used in their course work.

Admissions
Custer Hall, Second Floor, 628-5666 www.fhsu.edu/admissions/

The Office of Admissions promotes FHSU and assists prospective students through the college search, application and enrollment processes. The office is responsible for maintaining and increasing new freshmen and transfer enrollments.

Affirmative Action
Picken Hall, Second Floor, 628-4033

The Affirmative Action Office deals with discrimination or harassment involving protected classes (i.e. sex, race, religion, national origin, age, disability or veteran status). The Affirmative Action Officer also serves as the ADA coordinator. The Affirmative Action Officer can advise you on options available if you feel you have been discriminated or harassed.

Assistance For Persons Who Have Been Sexually Assaulted
Kelly Center, 308 Picken Hall, 628-4401 www.fhsu.edu/kellycenter/
Student Health Center, Wiest Hall, 2nd Floor, 628-4293 www.fhsu.edu/studenthealth/
University Police, Brooks Bldg., 628-5304 www.fhsu.edu/police/

The Director of the Kelly Center is the designated campus coordinator for services for persons who have been sexually assaulted. Services needed are determined on an individual basis and might include counseling, referrals, consultation regarding legal recourse and procedures, assessment and the appropriate management of academic impact, and changes in residence. Sexual assault prevention and education programs are coordinated through the Kelly Center.

Campus Operator
785-628-4000 or "0" from any campus telephone

The campus operator provides directory information to students, faculty and staff. The campus operator also assists local, statewide and international callers in directory services.

Career Counseling Services
Academic Advising and Career Exploration, 100 Picken Hall, 628-5577www.fhsu.edu/aace/

The career-counseling component of the Academic Advising and Career Exploration Center assists individuals who are uncertain about what major or career to pursue, as well as individuals who need to make informed decisions about changing majors. With the help of professional career counselors and the results of various career and personality inventories, clients gain insight into their career interests, abilities, work values and interpersonal styles. A resource library contains information on careers, training opportunities and trends affecting the world of work. Other services include access to career information on the Internet, career exploration workshops, and classroom presentations.

Career Services
Sheridan Hall, Room 214, 628-4260 www.fhsu.edu/career/

Career Services assists students, alumni and community residents in acquiring the skills necessary for a successful job search and provides extensive information on numerous employment opportunities. Career Services assists job seekers in preparing resumes and cover letters and in learning successful interviewing and job search strategies. Additionally, the office provides directories and information on prospective employers; on-campus interviewing; referral program for placement of candidates; employment opportunity listings; career fairs and lifetime services for FHSU alumni. The "Jobs for Tigers" program assists students in locating part-time jobs in the Hays area.

Computing And Telecommunication Center (CTC)
Tomanek Hall, Room 183, 628-4235 www.fhsu.edu/ctc/

The CTC provides computer and technology assistance for faculty, staff and students. Such services include: accessing computing resources at FHSU; internet dial-up access; e-mail and web page information; resources for distance students; on campus resources; student web services; student e-mail login; computer labs; media equipment checkout; student training; search engines; and frequently asked questions.

CTC HelpDesk
Tomanek 113, 628-5276 www.fhsu.edu/ctc/helpdesk/

The CTC HelpDesk is a focal point for access to FHSU computing and telecommunication systems. Hours for the CTC HelpDesk are consistent with Tomanek Hall computer lab hours. Two major services of the CTC HelpDesk are handling applications and support for Internet Dial-Up Accounts and providing computing-related services and information to students through Student Office Systems. Student Office Systems (SOS) was established as a resource for students for scanning, color printing, faxing, and black and white copying. SOS provides a computer that can be reserved by students for image processing and desktop publishing. In addition, students can purchase 3.5" floppy discs, InkJet quality glossy paper, and copier or InkJet quality transparencies. A telecommunications device for the hearing impaired is available for use at SOS. Services at SOS are available to all currently enrolled FHSU students. Students must present their University Card prior to using the services. During busy times, preference will be given to those doing course-related work. The CTC HelpDesk also has information about accessing student email accounts, posting web pages on the student web server, activating voice mail accounts, and locating campus computer labs.

Drug Alcohol Wellness Network (D.A.W.N.)
Kelly Center, 308 Picken Hall, 628-4401 www.fhsu.edu/kellycenter/dawn/

As a state-licensed drug and alcohol treatment facility, D.A.W.N. provides assessment, counseling, education and referral services for members of the campus community with substance abuse problems. D.A.W.N. also engages in substance abuse prevention activities through its work with Tiger by the Tale peer theater program. The wellness component of services helps students, faculty and staff make decisions to pursue healthy lifestyles and excellence in all undertakings.

Financial Assistance
Custer Hall, Third Floor, 628-4408 www.fhsu.edu/finaid/

The Financial Assistance Office administers federal, state, and local financial assistance including grants, loans, scholarships, work-study and departmental employment. In particular, the areas of service, counseling, and information on disbursement, compliance, and aid equity are emphasized.

Forsyth Library
628-4431 www.fhsu.edu/forsyth_lib/

Forsyth Library is the information and research center for the University. The library provides access to information through books, periodicals, government documents, CD ROMs, computer literature searches and public Internet connections. Library faculty and staff offer a full range of reference, interlibrary loan, circulation/reserve, government documents and special collection services. The on-line catalog is accessible on and off campus. Photocopiers, microfilm reader/printers and typewriters are available for public use. A Macintosh computer and an Arkenstone reader are also available for students with special needs.

International Student Services
Sheridan Hall, Room 208, 628-4276 www.fhsu.edu/international/

This office provides services to international students in the form of personal counseling, academic advising, and advisement related to U.S. immigration laws. The office also develops and facilitates programs on campus and in the community, which focus on cross-cultural orientation, exchange, and study abroad. Additional areas of responsibility include international admissions, record keeping and recruiting in order to develop and retain a substantial, globally-representative international student population.

Memorial Union
628-5305 www.fhsu.edu/union/

The Memorial Union provides many important services to the FHSU community. The Union has conference and meeting rooms, two ballrooms and several lounges on the lower level. The Student Health Center and the Student Government Association are also located in the Memorial Union. If you are interested in reserving space in the Union for a meeting or for information concerning hours of operation, contact the Memorial Union Office.

Offices located in the Union include:

Catering and Food Service, first level, 628-5396
Memorial Union Office, second level, 628-5305
Student Government, lower level, 628-5311
University Bookstore - 628-5378
Commerce University Branch Bank - 628-4540
University Card Center - 628-5308
University Activities Board (UAB), 628-5355 (Rec Area)

Office Of Diversity Affairs
Memorial Union, Lower Level, 628-4661 www.fhsu.edu/diversity_affairs/

The services provided by the Office of Multicultural Affairs include the diversity newsletter online, diversity awareness programs, the pinning ceremony for minority students, recruitment, retention, empowerment, cultural education programs, and advocacy on behalf of persons from under-represented groups. Through its myriad activities, the Office of Multicultural Affairs assists the University in meeting the special needs of the multicultural community and promotes civility and cultural competence among all people at FHSU.

Parking Permits
Brooks Building, 628-5304 www.fhsu.edu/police/

Appropriate parking permits will be required for all motorized vehicles parked on campus during the University term. A visitor-parking permit is required when someone is visiting the campus. These permits may be obtained free of charge at the FHSU Police Office and at the front desks of all residence halls. You may obtain a current Parking Rules and Regulations brochure (including map) from the University Police Office located in the Brooks Building.

Personal Counseling Services
Kelly Center, 308 Picken Hall, 628-4401 www.fhsu.edu/kellycenter/counseling/

Short-term individual, couples and group counseling services are available to address concerns such as depression, anxiety, managing stress, coping with transitions, relationship difficulties, eating disorders and sexual and physical abuse. Crisis intervention is available on a 24-hour basis for individuals living on campus. Psychological testing and referrals to local mental health providers are also available. Services are free of charge and strictly confidential.

Recreational Facilities
Cunningham Hall and Gross Memorial Coliseum, 628-4420; Issue Room, 628-5387;
Intramural Office, 628-4373 www.fhsu.edu/hhp/intramurals/

A number of recreational facilities are available to students, faculty and staff, including an indoor pool, wellness center, four gymnasiums, eight handball/racquetball courts, six-lane indoor track as well as over 160 activities offered through the Campus/Recreation Intramural Office.

Registrar
Sheridan Hall, Room 106, 628-4222 www.fhsu.edu/registrar/

The Office of the Registrar provides many services that are important to FHSU students. Services include admission to the University, changes of address and/or name, registration, enrollment, printing and distribution of semester and summer class schedules, adding and dropping classes and transcript services. The staff in the Office of the Registrar works with individual degree program analysis, questions concerning transfer courses, student verifications, and the annual commencement ceremony.

Scholarship Services
Custer Hall, Room 201, 628-4419 www.fhsu.edu/finaid/scholarships.shtml

The Scholarship Services Office provides students with University, community and state scholarship information through the on-line publication of an annual Scholarship Journal. The staff also processes applications and provides personal assistance.

Services For Students With Disabilities
Student Affairs, 208 Sheridan Hall, 628-4276 www.fhsu.edu/staffairs/disability/

This office ensures that persons with various disabilities have equal access to the educational opportunities of Fort Hays State University. This office also educates the campus community about issues impacting persons with disabilities. Services include pre-enrollment assistance, determination of reasonable accommodations, collaboration with faculty regarding student needs, linkage to support services, advocacy, sponsorship of Creating Access for Today's Students (CATS), chairing the University's Accessibility for the Disabled Committee and maintaining resource information for persons working on projects and classroom presentations.

Student Affairs Office
Sheridan Hall, Room 208, 628-4276 www.fhsu.edu/staffairs/

The Office of Student Affairs strives to support students in their learning and development. The Office of Student Affairs is responsible for facilitating quality experiences in student organizations, Greek life, orientation, judicial programs, exchange programs and international student advising and programming.

Student Employment
628-5227 for Work Study; www.fhsu.edu/finaid/employment.shtml
628-4260 for Jobs for Tigers www.fhsu.edu/career/jft.shtml

You may contact two offices to locate employment on or off campus. The Office of Student Financial Assistance, located on the second floor of Custer Hall, can inform you about work-study and departmental job openings. "Jobs for Tigers" is coordinated through Career Services on the second floor of Sheridan Hall. This program is a free program that assists students in locating employment in the Hays community and surrounding area.

Student Fiscal Services
Sheridan Hall, Room 110G, 628-4461 www.fhsu.edu/sfs/

The Student Fiscal Services Office accepts tuition payments, housing payments and loan repayments; distributes financial aid and tuition refunds; processes and releases outside scholarships; awards, distributes and collects short-term loans and Drury loans; works with deposits and requisitions of student organization activity accounts and a variety of other financial matters.

Student Government Association
Memorial Union, Lower Level, 628-5311 www.fhsu.edu/sga/

The purpose of the Student Government Association on the Fort Hays State University campus is to serve, protect and promote the interests and rights of students. Our goal is to be the voice of the students and work on behalf of their concerns. Student Government works with every student organization on campus, as it provides an open forum for leaders to discuss concerns and it allocates funding to the organizations. In addition, Student Government serves as the voice of FHSU students to the Kansas Board of Regents.

Participating in Student Government is a great opportunity for students to learn about the University and serve the student body. Senators and staff must have a genuine desire to represent their constituents and be willing to participate in discussions. They also must be enrolled in at least 12 credit hours and maintain a 2.0 or higher GPA. Senate meetings are every Thursday evening at 7 p.m.

Student Health Center
Memorial Union Lower Level, 628-4293 www.fhsu.edu/studenthealth/

The Student Health Center is available for all students to promote health and to treat illness. Office hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, every day that classes are in session. Family nurse practitioners and registered nurses staff the office full time. A physician is available from 10 a.m. to noon every day that classes are in session. The purpose of the Center is to provide treatment for acute illness. The staff will, however, help students with chronic illness establish a relationship with a private physician in the community. A variety of medications are available from the Center. Laboratory tests and prescription medications are available. Various medical supplies are available on a temporary basis. A voluntary student health insurance plan is offered throughout the year. Student Health Center staff are also available to present educational programs to student organizations.

Student Residential Life
Agnew Hall, Room 114, 628-4245 www.fhsu.edu/reslife/

Every single student who enrolls within one year following the date their class graduates from high school is required to live in a University residence hall, a sorority or fraternity house, or in the home of their parent or legal guardian during their first year of enrollment. This policy is based upon decades of research, which shows that if a student lives in University housing they are more likely to succeed academically, master the University culture and graduate on time. An on campus address provides a vital, supportive setting for personal interaction with other students, faculty and staff, as well as exposure to new ideas and differing attitudes, opinions and lifestyles. The four residence halls of FHSU offer a broad range of living styles and arrangements. Agnew Hall and Custer Hall are smaller communities that offer coed living arrangements by wing or by floor. McMindes Hall is a residence for University women. Wiest Hall is a residence for University men. The Wooster Place Apartments are on campus family housing designed to assist students with families and single students of non-traditional student age by providing pleasant, convenient housing at the lowest possible cost.

Testing Services
Kelly Center, 308 Picken Hall, 628-4401 www.fhsu.edu/kellycenter/testing/

Testing Services coordinates and administers testing for college and graduate school admissions tests, select professional certification examinations, and other national testing programs. Testing Services also disseminates information on test registration policies and procedures and provides resources for contacting affiliated testing programs.

Undecided Student Advisement
Academic Advising and Career Exploration, 100 Picken Hall, 628-5577 www.fhsu.edu/aace/

The Center provides advisement, enrollment, and grade improvement planning services to students who have not declared a major. These services are linked to career counseling services, which assist students in making meaningful career and educational decisions. The model of advisement employed with undecided students is developmental with careful attention paid to the unique circumstances of each student.

University Card Center
Memorial Union, 2nd floor, 628-5308; Commerce University Branch Bank, Memorial Union, 1st floor, 628-4540 www.fhsu.edu/union/cardcenter.shtml

The University Card Center and Commerce University Branch Bank provide identification card services and banking services such as checking and savings accounts, CDs, loan applications, money orders, cashier checks, etc. for the University community. Other services include meal plan registration, AT&T calling card account authorization, Commerce Bank debit account authorization and the production of original and replacement identification cards. The University Card serves as the official identification card for all Fort Hays State University students, staff and faculty and is required for the check-out of library materials and access to residential life cafeterias, athletic events, cultural events, computer labs and HHP recreational areas. Optional uses for the University Card include Commerce Bank services, AT&T calling card services and vending/copy machine access. The University Card includes a color photograph, a unique cardholder identification number and the cardholder's name. Students may purchase the University Card at the University Card Center (Memorial Union) for $5. Replacement cost for the University Card is $10.

University Police
Brooks Building, 628-5304 www.fhsu.edu/police/

The primary function of the FHSU Police Department is protecting life and property against criminal attack and preserving the peace. The officers patrol campus grounds, secure buildings, enforce laws and regulations, control traffic, investigate criminal activities and other disorders, investigate traffic accidents and maintain records. The department also assists the campus community with information about parking and traffic, parking permits, and payment of parking tickets and fines. The FHSU Police Department operates 24 hours daily, and the Campus Dispatch (628-5304) may be reached from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. To contact the police outside of these hours, or on weekends and holidays, contact the Hays Police Department at 625-1011 or dial 911.

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