Page 68 of Lewis-Clark State College 2005-2007 Catalog by Lewis-Clark State College

68 Lewis-Clark State College 2005-2007 Catalog CONTACT PERSON Dean: Andrew T. Hanson, PhD e-mail: ahanson@lcsc.edu Division Office: RCH 112 Phone: 792-2218 Fax: 792-2314; 1-800-933-LCSC (5272) Web: http://www.lcsc.edu/studentservices OVERVIEW The philosophy of Student Services is that student-centered, student-focused services contribute to the overall success of each LCSC student. Student Services function is to identify qualified students to enroll at the college and help provide the support necessary to facilitate both the enrollment process and the transition to college life. Networking and partnering with all members of the campus community, the goal of Student Services is to promote academic and personal success. Student Services is made up of seven key service units: Recruitment/Retention, Admissions and Market Development (including International Student Services), Financial Aid, Registrar, Native American/Minority Student Services, TRiO Academic Services/CAMP, and Career Development Services. STUDENT DEVELOPMENT CURRICULUM The Dean of Student Services serves as the official chair of the Student Development curriculum, which includes co-curricular classes (e.g., student government internships) and student success classes including the Introduction to College Studies, New Student Orientation, and the courses provided throughout the TRIO programs. INSTITUTIONAL DEVELOPMENT GRANT A portion of student fees is allocated to the category of Institutional Development and is used to augment selected educational activities. These funds are to be used solely to enhance the educational experience of students enrolled in any Lewis-Clark State College program. ORIENTATION New Student Orientation (Warriorientation) is a required program for all new, degree-seeking students. The program is scheduled during the week immediately preceding the beginning of the Fall and Spring terms. Students can earn one college credit by registering for SD 107 New Student Orientation and attending the days activities. At Warriororientation students are provided with information about key campus services. Students are also introduced to faculty members who teach in their intended major. Parents and partners are treated to special sessions in which they are advised about creating a strong personal support system with and for the new students. STUDENT SERVICES

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