Saint Mary's College provides a strong Division III varsity athletic program combined with a challenging club and intramural program. Every year, participation increases and our varsity teams get stronger and more competitive as we move up in the MIAA team standings.
Personal wellness and fitness should be part of the daily lives of every student and member of the Saint Mary's community. Wellness and fitness are integral parts of the liberal arts education.
Saint Mary's provides something for everyone in terms of fitness. If you are interested in something that we do not have, just let us know! The Saint Mary's woman is an involved and highly motivated leader. Your individual and residence hall participation will make our programs richer and stronger.
SAINT MARY'S PRIDE IS ON THE RISE AND
YOU CAN BE THE REASON WHY!
• Angela Athletic Facility – The facility provides a large activity area with volleyball courts and one basketball court. Two racquetball courts are available, and the fitness center is located on the upper level. The upper level also has a 1/10-mile walking/jogging track.
• Recreation Facilities – Recreation facilities include outdoor tennis courts, a soccer field, basketball courts, sand volleyball courts, and a softball diamond. Indoor facilities include a swimming pool, racquetball and basketball courts, and a fitness center. Reservations for using facilities may be made by calling the athletic department secretary at 284-4694.
Two racquetball courts are available for use on the lower level. The fitness center is located on the upper level and includes a variety of Cybex weight machines, treadmills, stairmasters, free weights, and spinning bikes. The area is supervised, and the athletic department will offer some instructional sessions periodically throughout the academic year.
The recreational swimming pool is located in Regina Hall and is available for use during posted day and evening hours. The varsity swim team practices and hosts home meets at the Rolfs Aquatic Center at the University of Notre Dame.
• The Varsity Athletic Program – Saint Mary's competes at the NCAA Division III level and is a member of the MIAA (Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association). In the fall Saint Mary's competes in golf, volleyball, cross-country, and soccer. Winter sports include swimming and diving and basketball. Spring sports include softball and tennis.
It is an exciting time to be part of the Saint Mary's athletic community. Any student is welcome to try out for any of our varsity teams. Team meetings are held in the first few weeks of the semester, so you should contact the head coach of the sport you are interested in trying out for as soon as you arrive on campus.
In the fall of 2000, Saint Mary's added its own cheerleading and dance teams to the list of activities for students. Information will be posted and available at the student activities night in early September.
There are many opportunities to be a team manager, student assistant or sports medicine intern. Supporting all of our teams at home events is another great way to show your support and help increase Saint Mary's pride.
• Varsity Eligibility Requirements – To be eligible to participate in varsity athletics, a student must be a full-time undergraduate carrying at least 12 hours of credit per semester. Varsity athletes must also be in good academic standing with Saint Mary's College.
• The Intramural Program – The Saint Mary's intramural program has been restructured recently and participation has doubled. We offer a variety of individual and team sports and have established the Saint Mary's All-Sport Intramural Championship awarded to the residence hall with the highest number of participants combined with the highest scores of all athletic competitions throughout the course of the academic year. Some of the athletic competitions that take place are flag football, roller hockey, indoor soccer, volleyball, tennis, basketball, racquetball, and wallyball. The team championships for the winter sports are the feature event that kicks off the biggest all-campus event, Midnight Madness.
Advanced aerobics, step aerobics, spinning, and weight training are offered throughout the year. For more information on class times contact the Department of Athletics at 284- 5548.
• Club Sports – The club athlete, like the varsity athlete, participates intercollegiatly in many different sports. Saint Mary's and Notre Dame students compete on the same teams and offer club sports in water polo, synchronized skating, skiing, equestrian, field hockey and many more. Many clubs offer open membership while others require participation in a try-out process.
Saint Mary's has added its own clubs in the past few years. The triathlon club has become competitive and has competed on and off campus at triathlon competitions. The lacrosse club has become another popular spring sport club. Look for information about all of these clubs at student activity night in early September.
• Club Sports Eligibility Requirements – In order to be eligible to participate in club sports, a student must be a full-time undergraduate carrying at least 12 hours of credit per semester. Students may not be club officers while on academic probation. Participants in club sport teams must provide proof of insurance coverage prior to active participation. Club sport teams are under the direct supervision of the Department of Athletics and Recreation.
Please refer to your intramural and club sport brochure to give you more detailed information about intramurals. You may also contact your residence hall director who will be organizing teams so your hall can challenge for the All-Sport Intramural Championship. The brochure will give you a contact name and number for each Notre Dame/Saint Mary's club team. Feel free to contact the assistant director of athletics and recreation for more information.
Athletics Website: www.saintmarys.edu/~athletic
Recreational Services Website: www.saintmarys.edu/~recsvcs
The Counseling Center provides individual counseling, workshops, and consultation services for Saint Mary's students. Students experiencing personal and academic difficulties can explore options for problem resolution and growth. Each year approximately one quarter of all enrolled students visit the Center for individual counseling.
Located in 166 Le Mans Hall in the Student Affairs wing, the Counseling Center is open weekdays 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. August 1 through May 31. Staff is available for classroom, residence hall, and student organization presentations.
Counseling Services - Individual counseling services are provided by licensed mental health professionals. To protect the students – rights to privacy, all information shared in a counseling relationship is held confidential in accordance with state and federal laws as well as professional ethics. Individual counseling services are short-term. Students who are interested or require longer-term individual counseling may be referred to other resources in the local community. Short-term (12 sessions per academic year) counseling is available only to Saint Mary's students.
Psychiatric consultation is available to students who have been evaluated by a Center counselor and continue on-going counseling services. The College consulting psychiatrist is available one-half day per week. Both counseling and psychiatric services are free of charge to Saint Mary's students.
Counselors are committed to providing a safe, caring, respectful environment where a student may explore personal concerns. The following are examples of concerns students address in individual meetings with counselors: stress management, relationship issues (dating and friendship), anxiety, depression, eating disorders, drinking problems (personal, family, or friends) and adjustment to Saint Mary's and transition after studying abroad. Crisis assistance is available to students who have experienced trauma.
Throughout the year programs are available to provide focused exploration opportunities. Choosing a Major Night assists undecided students in examing the range of Saint Mary's options. Sophomore Success creates an opportunity for students to integrate their results from the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator into their choices of major. Do What You Are provides insightful information for the decision-making process of career options.
Web-Based Services-The Counseling Center website provides information regarding personal growth. Links to mental health resources are posted, be sure to bookmark our site at: www.saintmarys.edu/~smccc.
Counseling Resource Center-The Counseling Resource Center (CRC) is located in 168 Le Mans Hall and is open 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. weekdays. In a casual atmosphere students can explore information on personal growth, academic success and career opportunities. Resources are available for check-out.
Alumnae Resource Network-The Alumnae Resource Network (ARN) is accessed by computer in the Counseling Resource Center (CRC). The ARN is a computerized datatbase that lists names, contact information, and career histories of 4700 alumnae. The purpose of the ARN is to connect Alumnae with current students for the purpose of gathering information about a career field, a particular company or grad school, and to build your network of contacts as you plan your next steps after graduation.
The Counseling Center Website: www.saintmarys.edu/~smccc/
Health and Wellness Services recognizes each Saint Mary's College student as being a unique individual created by God. The entire staff is committed to maintaining the health of each student by treating illness, addressing health concerns, providing health education, and promoting healthy choices. All medical care and records are held in strict professional confidence as specified by law and professional ethical standards. A Release of Medical Information must be signed for Health and Wellness Services to release any information.
Health and Wellness Services is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Students are evaluated by a registered nurse on a walk-in basis. A general clinic, staffed by either a certified physician or family nurse practitioner, is available daily. Sports medicine and gynecology clinics are available weekly. All clinic visits require an appointment. Students who fail to cancel a clinic appointment will be charged a fee. Dietitian consults and massage services are available weekly.
Students are not charged for visits to Health and Wellness Services or for general medications or general medical supplies. Students are charged for any medications, medical supplies, or tests ordered specifically for them. Health and Wellness will send insurance coverage information to test providers or send a copy of a prescription drug card to the pharmacy. However, Health and Wellness Services does not file insurance claims.
Additional services available through Health and Wellness Services include direct access to prescription medication, daily pharmacy delivery, laboratory services, immunizations, allergy injections, and physical examinations. Intercollegiate athletic physicals must be completed at Health and Wellness Services. Health and Wellness has access to many excellent resources outside the Saint Mary's College community. Due to the ongoing positive relationship with Saint Mary's College and these resources, referrals are easily made on an as-needed basis. Students are responsible for any bills from referred resources.
A complete health form, including a current immunization record, is required for all students. Students with an incomplete health form will be seen on an emergency basis only. Health and Wellness Services does not provide a written excuse for class absences. It is the responsibility of an ill student to contact the appropriate faculty member about missed classes.
The Office of Health and Wellness Services is located in Holy Cross Hall, room 50.
Health & Welness Services Website: www.saintmarys.edu/~health/
The mission of the Office of Multicultural Affairs is to advance the understanding of diversity at all levels by providing educational programs, services, support systems, networks and the review and implementation of policies and procedures on diversity initiatives.
The Office of Multicultural Affairs was created to assist in the academic and social well being of under-represented groups on campus so that they can be successful at Saint Mary's. The staff of the office works to assist the students in reaching their maximum potential by introducing resources available to them through a multicultural orientation, community outreach programs, sponsoring students at national and regional leadership conferences, providing major keynote speakers and a variety of different leadership and diversity workshops. Also a major goal is to help students succeed academically by providing resources for tutoring, one on one mentoring, and provide other educational and support programs.
The office also offers support services through advising student clubs and organizations, co-sponsorship opportunities, providing a meeting room and network for students, faculty and staff, leadership opportunities, helping to create an atmosphere in which cross- cultural dialogue can take place and outreach for community events and activities. The office has a Multicultural Resource Room filled with books, periodicals scholarly publications, documentaries, cultural movies for education and entertainment, CDs and information on scholarships, fellowships and internships. The Office of Multicultural Affairs works collaboratively with organizations and departments throughout the Saint Mary's community on diversity initiatives. Additionally the office works with college administration and faculty to advance diversity throughout the campus both inside and outside the classroom.
The office also sponsors a pre-college program called "My First Day in College" for high school students in grades 9th –12th. The program encourages students from under- represented groups to develop confidence in succeeding in higher education, especially at Saint Mary's College. The program is offered twice a year, once in the fall and again in the spring. Students have the opportunity to attend classes, workshops on admission and financial aid, tour the campus and have Saint Mary's College students serve as their mentors and hosts.
We encourage all students at Saint Mary's to learn about themselves and others through cultural exchanges that are both educational and enjoyable.
The Office of Multicultural Affairs is located in 214 Student Center.
OMA Website: www.saintmarys.edu/~culture
The Department of Residence Life reinforces the philosophy of student development and strives to educate students to accept responsibility for personal, social, spiritual, and intellectual growth within themselves, with one another, and with members of the College community. The College – s educational judicial system is administered through this department; the director serves as the judicial coordinator.
Each residence hall staff consists of a residence hall director, resident advisors, night assistants, and student desk workers. Each residence hall staff member works with her hall council to promote quality community living.
The assistant director of residence life determines all initial housing assignments and coordinates the annual room selection process. Room changes throughout the year are also organized and approved through this office. The assistant director is the live-in staff person for Opus Apartments.
Two student organizations, the Residence Hall Association and the Student Judicial Board, are coordinated through the department of residence life. These organizations provide student leadership opportunities as well as student input into the administration of the residence halls.
Residence Life Website: www.saintmarys.edu/~reslife/
The Saint Mary's College Department of Safety and Security is organized in accordance with Indiana state law. Its director and officers have the authority of the College in protecting the Saint Mary's community and in enforcing College regulations within their jurisdiction.
Members of the Department of Safety and Security will act in the best interests of public safety respecting the rights of all members of this community and its guests.
Security Website: www.saintmarys.edu/~security
A vital part of every student's education occurs outside the classroom. Through participation in clubs, organizations, and other activities, students learn to apply theories and skills mastered in the classroom to everyday life. A wide variety of organizations and activities are available to students and all are encouraged to become involved. The Office of Student Activities assists students as they explore their leadership capabilities by providing opportunities for them to plan, implement, and evaluate programs and services. Participation in academic and special interest clubs, publications, and the many aspects of the student government association promotes the intellectual, social, and spiritual growth of Saint Mary's women.
Clubs and Organizations – Most academic majors have an organization or club that helps students to develop professional skills while providing them with exposure to opportunities in their major. If a club or organization is not available to meet a specific need or interest, students are encouraged to work with the student activities staff to learn how to form such a club.
The board of governance may recognize or support any student group, club, or organization that respects the Catholic tradition, the mission of Saint Mary's College, and the philosophy of the Division of Student Affairs. The decision by the board of governance to confer recognition of a group, club, or organization will be made after review of the application material submitted to the Office of Student Activities.
If further consultation is needed, the board of governance may request that the vice president for student affairs appoint a committee consisting of at least one administrator from the Division of Student Affairs, one faculty member, and the campus club and organization commissioner. This committee will then determine whether or not the group, club, or organization may be recognized. Once the decision is made, it will be forwarded to the board of governance.
Saint Mary's College does not and shall not assume or incur any liability, responsibility, or obligation with respect to any entity recognized pursuant to this policy.
Recognition by Saint Mary's College is a privilege, which may be granted, denied, suspended, or withdrawn at the exclusive discretion of Saint Mary's College. The board of governance and/or the vice president for student affairs may suspend, withdraw, or revoke recognition of any entity if it is determined that such action is in the best interest of Saint Mary's College. Saint Mary's College may, but is not required to, grant a hearing to any entity whose recognition is revoked or suspended. The determination of the board of governance and/or the vice president shall be final and unappealable.
Publications – There are numerous publications available for students to produce or enjoy reading whether or not they are majoring in English literature, writing, or communication. The publications include the Notre Dame/Saint Mary's newspaper, The Observer, the Saint Mary's student journal, The Avenue, the Notre Dame magazine, Scholastic, the Saint Mary's literary magazine, Chimes, the Saint Mary's yearbook, The Blue Mantle, and the student magazine, Bellezine.
Student Governance – The purpose of the student government association of Saint Mary's College is to provide for student involvement in all aspects of college life: academic, social, cultural, and recreational. Opportunities are available for students to participate in planning a variety of programs including traditional events, speaker series, and parents – weekends.
The woman with a pregnancy is of special concern at Saint Mary's College. It is important for a pregnant student to feel supported and cared for by the members of the College community. Far too often, a woman may choose to terminate her pregnancy because the negative consequences of carrying it to term appear to be personally, socially, and academically insurmountable. The decision to accept a pregnancy, carry the pregnancy to term, and remain at Saint Mary's does not have to be the most difficult choice of all. It is for this reason that Saint Mary's extends special concern and support to these students and their families. Members of Health & Wellness Services, Campus Ministry, Residence Life, and the Counseling Center are available to assist students.
In his 1985 Pastoral Letter in Defense of Life, The Most Reverend John Michael D' Arcy, bishop of the Fort Wayne-South Bend Diocese, urges us "to stand with women at this time of decision, to pray for them, walk hand in hand with them." Accepting this challenge, Saint Mary's promises to care for and support those women who choose to carry their pregnancy to term without disrupting their course of study. Staff members are available to work with a pregnant student to obtain academic advising, prenatal care, nutritional or financial assistance, pastoral or personal counseling, or adoption assistance.
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