VI. Student Support Services

ACADEMIC ADVISING

Every student has a faculty advisor at all times. The instructor in the fall First-Year Seminar (FYS 110) serves as the student’s advisor for most of the first year. When a major is declared, usually in February of the first year, advising shifts to a disciplinary faculty advisor, who often remains the student’s advisor until graduation. Students who do not declare a major in the first year remain with their first-year advisor until a major is declared.

Frequent contact between advisor and student is essential. Faculty advisors initiate some contacts, but students are strongly encouraged to make every effort to maintain a close relationship with their advisors. Because students hold full responsibility for ensuring that specific disciplinary requirements for graduation are completed, frequent and careful review of the College Catalog in consultation with advisors is helpful.

Undergraduate students at Maryville College wishing to pursue the MAT as a 5th year masters are encouraged to discuss the educator preparation program and teacher licensure requirements with their content advisor and a MAT advisor on a regular basis. This will ensure all requirements for the bachelor’s degree and for the MAT are met on time.

Potential MAT candidates that have completed a 4-year degree should schedule an appointment with a MAT advisor before registering for courses.  Candidates are encouraged to maintain consistent contact with their MAT advisor throughout the degree program.

The MAT is designed as an accelerated one-year program and delivered through a cohort model. Completing the MAT program may take longer than one year for students who do not begin with or remain in the cohort.

BOOKSTORE

The Maryville College Bookstore is located on the ground level of Bartlett Hall. Store hours are posted each semester, and the store may be reached at 865-981-8080. There are extended hours at the start and end of each term and on Saturday’s when there is a football game or special event. Shopping can also be done online 24 hours per day.

General Merchandise

The Maryville College Bookstore is the headquarters for official MC gear. The bookstore carries clothing and gift items, as well as school supplies and reference materials. The Maryville College Bookstore also stocks snacks and drinks and carries health and beauty aids.

Textbooks

The Maryville College Bookstore carries all faculty requested course materials. Most textbooks are available to purchase, both new and used. The MC Bookstore offers a price match guarantee program. Many textbooks are available to rent and many textbooks are available in a digital format.

Refunds

Refunds will be granted up to seven (7) days after the first day of classes with receipt (includes weekends). After the first week of class, customers will have two days with receipt for textbook returns and 30 days with a receipt for gifts, technology and apparel. There are no refunds for textbook purchases made during the week of finals. Textbooks can be returned through the end of the Drop/Add period for a full refund with receipt and proof of Drop/Add and in purchased condition.

Rentals

Students may rent textbooks through the bookstore and save up to 80% off the price of a new textbook. It is a risk-free rental program that allows highlighting and note taking. Students who decide to keep the book may convert the rental to a purchase by simply visiting the bookstore and paying the difference between the purchase and rental price.

CAREER CENTER

The Career Center, located in Bartlett Hall, provides  information and services to help MC students and alumni to promote exploration of self, knowledge of options related to majors and careers, and the skills to find and obtain meaningful employment. At the Maryville College Career Center, staff members can provide or arrange for the following services to aid in various parts of career exploration, skill-building processes and building professional networks:

    • Assessment of personal and career interests, personality, skills, and values as applied to major and career selection
    • Assistance in choosing a major and thinking about career options
    • Opportunities for one-on-one coaching that foster active reflection on education and career
    • Assistance with graduate school choices, application procedures and materials, and information about GRE preparation
    • Assistance with exploring and obtaining internship opportunities
    • Assistance with searching and applying for part-time, seasonal, and full-time jobs
    • Assistance and skill-building instruction related to professional development (resume and cover letter writing, informational interviewing, professional behavior and communication, interview information and hands-on practice opportunities)
    • Workshops, career fairs, and on-campus employer contact opportunities

For answers to career-related questions or to make an appointment, students may:

    • Stop by the Career Center to make an appointment to discuss any career-related questions Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
    • Schedule an appointment online via Handshake
    • Call 865-981-8400
    • E-mail: careercenter@maryvillecollege.edu.
    • Access general Career Center information and career-related resources on Handshake via the Maryville College website

CENTER FOR GLOBAL ENGAGEMENT

The Center for Global Engagement (CGE) is proud to welcome international students from around the world and assists Maryville College students to integrate a period of study abroad into their academic program. Further details about these programs can be found in the study abroad section of the catalog.

The Center provides a variety of resources and services to help international students make the most of their college experience. The CGE offers international student orientation programs, international and exchange student advising, an intensive English program, a variety of social, cultural, and educational programs throughout the year, and referrals to other campus services to assist with issues related to health, housing, language, immigration, and student development.

Students who have additional questions about Maryville College education abroad programs or international student services, please either visit International House, e-mail kirsten.sheppard@maryvillecollege.edu or call 865-981-8055.

COOPER ATHLETIC CENTER

Cooper Athletic Center offers use of gymnasium and weight room for students. Realizing that there is a risk involved with participation in any physical activity, students should demonstrate care and discretion in the use of College athletic facilities. It is advisable that they receive a physician’s approval be obtained before participation in any strenuous physical activity. Building hours vary throughout the year and are posted at Copper Athletic Center. Please contact the Athletics front office during College business hours at 865-981-8280 to confirm hours.

Facilities

Weight Room
The weight room is open and available for all students during posted building hours. All participants must have a spotter and will lift at their own risk. Students must rack all weights after use and help keep the weight room clean.

Tennis Courts
The Maryville College tennis courts are used for varsity athletic practices and games. When not in use by teams, they are available to other students on a first come, first serve basis. All tennis players must wear tennis shoes and only tennis-related activities are allowed on the courts. Questions or concerns should be directed to the Athletic Office at 865-981-8280.

Athletic Fields
The Maryville College Athletic Fields are for varsity athletic practices and games. Permission to use these fields by students or college organizations should be obtained by contacting the Athletic Office at 865-981-8280. Campus Safety and Security may remove any individuals on the fields without authorized permission.

COUNSELING (PERSONAL)

The Counseling Center, located in Bartlett Hall, Room 308, serves the entire student body of Maryville College and is committed to the well-being of the Maryville College community. Open five days a week during the fall and spring semesters, the Counseling Center provides assessment, mental health counseling, and referrals related to academic, social, and personal concerns. Educational programs on study skills, stress reduction, self-management, chemical dependency, and personal development are also offered. All services are confidential. For further information, contact the Counseling Center at 865-981-8035.

FINANCIAL AID AND THE HOPE/TELS SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION

Most Maryville College students receive scholarship and/or need- based assistance. Maryville College merit scholarships are renewable provided the student maintains an appropriate minimum grade point average (GPA) and/or participation in a  program or performance group. GPA renewal requirements are on the student’s “Messages” Tab of the MC Online Financial Aid System. Other program requirements can be clarified by the coordinator of the program in which the student participates.

Eligibility for any need based aid (e.g. Federal Pell Grants, Tennessee Student Assistance Awards [TSAA], Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants [SEOG] and/or MC Grant) or student loans is determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Students must complete the FAFSA as soon as possible, each year after October 1. TSAA is awarded on a first-come-first-served basis. MC students who file late for the FAFSA may miss out on valuable grant assistance from the state.

Students may view their personal financial aid information and accept their financial aid on the MC Online Financial Aid System at https://finaid.maryvillecollege.edu/NetPartnerStudent.

Questions concerning financial aid or the HOPE/TELS scholarship program should be directed to the Financial Aid Office, Fayerweather Hall, Office 141.

Tennessee residents awarded the Tennessee HOPE Scholarship and Tennessee HOPE Access Grant  must be aware of the specific requirements in order to retain their scholarship. Students must file a FAFSA each year to ensure access to the scholarship. The Financial Aid Office must review renewal eligibility for the scholarship when students have crossed a benchmark. The benchmarks are 24, 48, 72, 96 TELS attempted credit hours, with and additional benchmark at 120 TELS attempted credit hours for degrees that require more than the standard 120 credit hours to complete requirements. A scholarship recipient must:

    • After 24 and 48 TELS attempted credit hours, have a minimum TELS GPA of 2.75; OR
    • After 72, 96, 120 TELS attempted credit hours, have a minimum TELS GPA of 3.00; OR
    • If after 72, 96, 120 TELS attempted credit hours, the student has a 2.75 – 2.99 TELS GPA, the student may continue to receive the scholarship on a provisional basis if they earned a semester GPA of at least a 3.0 for the most recently completed semester. Students on the provisional track must earn at least a 3.0 GPA in each subsequent term to maintain eligibility; AND
    • Maintain continuous enrollment from one term to the next, excluding summer; AND
    • Maintain enrollment at the same level for the full term (i.e. not drop below full-time status)
    • Maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress.

The TELS GPA includes all grades for college courses completed after graduation from high school. TELS attempted hours include courses in which students enroll but withdraw after the official drop/add date, remedial coursework, and any courses taken at another higher education institution. The TELS program provides a Repeat Provision that offers students the ability to repeat one course to improve their TELS GPA. A Regain Provision exists that allows students to regain their HOPE/TELS at subsequent benchmarks. Each of these provisions may be used once. Students should consult with the financial aid office for a more detailed explanation or assistance in interpreting the rules of the programs.

Tennessee HOPE Scholarship Termination Criteria

Students may receive the HOPE Scholarship until the first of the following terminating events:

    • Student earns a baccalaureate degree; or
    • Five years have passed from the date of initial enrollment at any postsecondary institution; or
    • Student has received the award for eight full-time equivalent semesters; or
    • Student has attempted the number of semester hours required to earn degree.

Students with a documented medical condition, certified by a licensed physician, that restricts their ability to maintain a full-time schedule, may appeal to the Tennessee Student Assistance Corporation (TSAC) for an extension to the five-year limit. However, they must continue to meet all applicable academic and nonacademic requirements for the HOPE Scholarship. Such students have ten years from initial enrollment in which they can maintain eligibility.

Students with questions about their financial aid award or the HOPE/TELS scholarship program should visit the Financial Aid Office, Fayerweather Hall, room 141.

ALUMNI GYM: RECREATION AND FITNESS CENTER

The Fitness Center is located in Alumni Gym. Facility use is free for all current students, staff, and faculty. Examples of available fitness equipment include treadmills, elliptical machines, stationary bikes, TRX trainers and free weights. In conjunction with Alumni Gym, various fitness classes are offered free of charge to Maryville College students, staff, and faculty. Such classes are advertised campus-wide. Intramural activities also take place within Alumni Gym. Offered programs alter each semester, and often include basketball, volleyball, pickleball, and dodgeball. Open hours for Alumni Gym are posted each semester and are subject to change.

FOOD SERVICES

The College partners with Metz to provide food services on-campus.  The Metz staff believe good food is essential to a healthy life.  They are committed to help students power their life on campus with good food and a dining program that makes it easy for students to eat right.

For detailed information about menus, meal plans, hours, and catering, please visit the Metz Culinary Management website (www.metzmaryville.com)

Policies and Procedures
ID cards must be handed to the cashier every time the dining hall is entered. Students should not ask the cashier to admit them without their ID card. In the case of a misplaced Maryville College ID, students should provide another form of identification. A three-day temporary pass will be issued until a new ID card is made. Meal Plan ID cards must be presented by cardholders at the point of purchase to gain access to the dining hall. ID cards presented by persons other than the cardholder will be confiscated and considered stolen and turned over to the Office of Student Affairs.

Shoes and shirt must be worn in the dining hall and Isaac’s Cafe.

No food may be taken from the dining hall, unless participating with the “green box” program. The no-limits policy provides students with plenty to eat while they are in the dining hall.

After dining, return dinner ware to the dish room and leave the table and chair clean in consideration of others.

Dietary Needs
Students with special dietary needs should consult with the Food Service General Manager. All efforts will be made to meet these needs.

If a required school activity prohibits a student from attending a meal period, a meal may be packed for the student upon request. Activity leaders should request packaged meals for students at least one week in advance of the outing. Student ID numbers will be needed when an order is placed and a meal will be deducted from your meal plan any time that food is provided for a College approved outing.

Margaret Ware Dining Room
Located on the first floor of Pearsons Hall, hot and nutritious meals are served each day. Hours of operation are listed online.

Isaac’s Cafe
Located on the second floor of the Bartlett Hall Student Center, Isaac’s offers the perfect atmosphere for students to relax and enjoy their meal while watching the big screen TV, playing a game of billiards, and socializing with friends. Hours of operation are listed online.

The Scots C-Store

Located in the Lobby of Pearsons Hall, the Scots C-Store offers snacks, beverages, assorted groceries, beauty and hygiene products, as well as hot and cold grab and go items.

Highland Grounds
The Highland Grounds Coffee shop is located in the Scot’s C-Store in the Pearsons Lobby and offers a wide selection of gourmet made-to-order premium coffees.

Flex Dollars
Flex Dollars provide flexibility and value. Flex Dollars may be used at all dining services locations, and there is a 5% discount on Flex Dollar purchases at Isaac’s Café and the Scot C-Store.  For more information you can go to: metzmaryville.com Additional Flex Dollars may be purchased at the Maryville College Business Office.

Guidelines on the use of Isaac’s Cafe
Implicit in its name, Isaac’s Café serves primarily as a functional public space for food and entertainment/social activities. Designed for and utilized by MC students, staff and faculty, Isaac’s is available for open, participatory activities as well as activities targeting a particular audience. With these points in mind, the following guidelines must be adhered to:

• An event may target a particular audience as long as the availability of regular food service is not interrupted and the event complies with the open and inclusive requirement for student organizations, as outlined in the Student Handbook (an evening event must occur Monday-Friday between 7pm and 11pm).
• All MC events must be approved and scheduled by the Student Activities Coordinator.
• If an event is being facilitated by a student organization, the faculty/staff advisor must be notified and may be required to attend.
• Any group using Isaac’s must be prepared to move all furniture back to its original position and clean up the entire area immediately at the conclusion of an event.
• Time availability will vary based on the nature of the activity, the reservation schedule, and the day of the week.
• If Isaac’s availability is needed during closed hours on weekends, the same reservation rules apply, including the conclusion of all events by 11:00pm.
• Sound equipment will be available after either a student leader or organization advisor has been shown how to operate it by the Student Activities Coordinator. Both the student organization leader and advisor must sign a waiver that their organization will be responsible for any equipment damage.
• Non-Maryville College entities will have access to the facility during closed hours on weekends only when the reservation calendar is open and the activity is approved by the Director of Conference & Event Services.

HEALTH AND WELLNESS

TimelyCare gives enrolled students – residential and commuters – access to 24/7 medical and mental telehealth care, with no cost at the time of visit. Students are able to talk to licensed providers from their smartphone or any web-enabled device. Licensed providers are available to diagnose non-emergent medical conditions, prescribe medications and offer mental health support and wellness coaching via phone or secure video visits. The student health fee is included in the activity fee. This fee covers the services provided through the clinic. It does not cover prescriptions or any diagnostic tests such as laboratory tests, x-rays, cultures, etc.

If a student needs to see a medical professional, there are options reasonably close to campus.

Emergency Medical Care

In the event of a student illness or injury that requires emergency care, one option for students is to access Blount Memorial Hospital, located directly across Highway 321 from the main entrance to the College. Additionally, there are a number of urgent care centers within Maryville.

Emergency room visits are not covered by the Maryville College health fee and must be paid by the student or filed with personal insurance. For assistance while on-campus, call 865.981.8112 (Safety and Security) or 865.981.8002 (Staff Member on Duty).

Communicable Illnesses
The College will respond to cases of communicable illness on an individual basis in close consultation with an advising physician. Maryville College will not exclude persons with contagious illnesses from initial enrollment or access to College facilities or services unless a medically-based judgment by the consulting physicians and identified senior leaders establishes that exclusion or restriction is necessary to the welfare of the individual or other members of the College community. Any individual made aware of a communicable illness on campus is to consult with the Assistant Dean of Students regarding College procedures and proper health care. Confidentiality will be strictly observed. For further information, call 865-981-8215.

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Technology is an integral part of the Maryville College experience and students are encouraged to utilize the communication, collaboration, productivity, and learning tools provided and supported by the Information Technology (IT) department.

The College has a robust and active campus network. Wireless connectivity is available in all classrooms, offices, and residence halls as well as many outdoor locations. Wired connectivity is also available to students in residence halls.

Open use computers are available in several areas on campus including Thaw Hall. Specialty use computers and related software are available in discipline-specific computer labs.

Students can receive technology support by contacting the IT department through https://support.maryvillecollege.edu/support/home or by visiting the IT offices in the basement of Fayerweather Hall during regular business hours.

Computer Hardware

Maryville College students are eligible for computer hardware discounts through a number of vendors and manufacturers. Please contact the IT department for additional information. Recommended specifications for student computers are as follows.

    • Intel Core i5 or equivalent processor
    • 8GB RAM
    • Windows 10 or macOS operating systems
    • 802.11ac wireless network adapter
    • Current antivirus software
    • Current version of Microsoft Office (available at no charge through the College)

Students with temporary technology needs should contact IT for consultation about what resources may be available on-campus.

Wireless Connectivity
Students with wireless devices can connect to the wireless network in any building on campus, and wireless coverage is available in many of the outdoor locations on campus as well.

Wired Connectivity
Residential students have wired connectivity available in their residence halls that can be used to connect devices to the Maryville College network. Instructions for connecting are available from the IT department.

Printing
Student printing, copying, and scanning resources are available in several areas on campus including Bartlett Hall, Thaw Hall, Anderson Hall, Sutton Science Center, Cooper Athletic Center, and Clayton Center for the Arts. Students receive printing allowances each semester and can add funds to their printing account at any time. More information is available by visiting support.maryvillecollege.edu.

Responsible Student Computing
Students can find a guide to responsible computer use on the Maryville College network at https://support.maryvillecollege.edu. In particular, students should read closely the sections on Copyright Protection and the Higher Education Opportunity Act.

ACADEMIC SUCCESS CENTER

Maryville College offers an effective and wide array of academic support for its students. The Academic Success Center also provides a variety of study options, including Supplemental Instruction, Math Tank, and Writing Center.

The Center is located in the lower level of Thaw Hall and is open 8:00-5:00 Monday through Friday. Students may drop in the office, contact staff by email, or dial the main office number 865-981-8124.

DISABILITY RESOURCES AND ACCESSIBILITY

The Student Affairs’ Office for Disability Resources and Accessibility seeks to meet the needs of students with documented disabilities by providing appropriate and reasonable accommodations through an interactive process.  This is done to create an equal opportunity for students to demonstrate their abilities at the College, to provide equal access to programs and activities at the College, and to comply with state and federal laws to ensure students with disabilities are not subject to discrimination.

The office is located in the lower level of Thaw Hall and is open 8:00-5:00 Monday through Friday. Students may drop in the office, contact staff by email or phone. 

LAMAR MEMORIAL LIBRARY

The Lamar Memorial Library prepares students for lives of citizenship and leadership by serving as an intellectual commons and providing information access as well as teaching research and information fluency skills.

Learning Goals Library programming strives to develop student information literacy as defined by the Association of College and Research Libraries as the “set of integrated abilities encompassing the reflective discovery of information, the understanding of how information is produced and valued, and the use of information in creating new knowledge and participating ethically in communities of learning.”  (2016)

Students successfully completing a program of study at Maryville College will have achieved the following learning outcomes:

    • Determine the nature and extent of information needed
    • Access needed information effectively and efficiently
    • Evaluate information and its sources critically and incorporate selected information into their knowledge bases and values systems
    • Use information effectively, individually or as members of a group, to accomplish a specific purpose
    • Understand the economic, legal, and social issues surrounding the use of information
    • Access and use information ethically and legally

Intellectual Commons

The library provides a welcoming physical and virtual space supporting academic success, scholarship, and research. An overview of facilities and services include the following:

    • The library’s web page, http://library.maryvillecollege.edu, connects users to the library’s services, collections, and people.
    • The library is open 86 hours a week, including evening and weekend hours, and offers special hours during the last week of classes and finals. See the library’s web page, http://library.maryvillecollege.edu, for specific hours.
    • The library hosts public computer work stations as well as color and monochrome printing, scanning, and copying services for students.
    • The library offers a variety of work spaces, including three classrooms with smart TV presentation systems, group study rooms, cozy study nooks, and quiet study areas.
    • The library collaborates with other campus offices to enhance student success – the Academic Success Center, Writing Center, Math Tank, and Career Center all hold study sessions and consultations in the library. Questions about these services should be directed to staff in the Academic Success Center or Career Center.

Information Access

The library provides information resources supporting the Maryville College curriculum, success in Maryville College degree programs, and individual scholarship and research.

Access is provided in part by the following:

    • Managing a textbooks and course readings service that provides in-library access to many of the texts used in classes at the College.
    • Providing state of the art research tools that connect students to high quality information appropriate for college and professional research.
    • Supporting collaboration between librarians and faculty to build a collection of books, media, and digital information supporting each program of study at Maryville College.
    • Obtaining materials it does not own via interlibrary loan at no cost to the requestor.

Research Assistance

The library, as an academic division, teaches research skills and information fluency, empowering the academic community to discover, access, evaluate and use information effectively and ethically.

    • Librarians are available in person, by phone at 865-981-8256, and via email or online chat and message services at http://maryvillecollege.libanswers.com to answer questions and assist with research.
    • Librarians help students develop research skills and information fluency through individual consultation and class instruction, with special emphasis during the first year and senior study.

Library Etiquette

The Lamar Memorial Library supports academic endeavors. To help provide a pleasant, productive environment, we expect students to respect the following standards while in the library:

    • Speak quietly
    • Respect the “no talking” quiet zones
    • Limit phone use
      • Set cell phones to “vibrate”
      • Use texting instead of voice to communicate
      • Do not use speaker phone or video phone apps (Skype, FaceTime, etc.)
      • Wrap up calls within a few seconds or take them in the lobby, stairwells, or outside
    • Use headphones to listen to audio
      • Check out headphones at the desk if you do not have your own
      • Set the volume so others cannot hear the sound
    • The library, like all campus buildings, is a smoke, vape, and tobacco free zone
    • Enjoy beverages in sturdy, “spill-proof” containers
    • Eat snacks in study areas – away from computers, printers, copiers, and stored books
    • Please eat meals outside the library
      • Any food that is hot, comes in a takeout container, or requires utensils to eat is a meal
      • Pizza, burgers, fries, sandwiches, sushi, salads, fruit, and ice cream are examples of food to eat elsewhere
    • Leave no trace by leaving workspaces clean and ready for the next person to enjoy

Library Accounts and Overdue Materials

Each member of the Maryville College community has a library account. The library account allows students to check out physical library materials and keep track of items they have borrowed.

The Lamar Memorial Library does not charge late fees; however, borrowers are asked to keep their library account current by returning or renewing materials by the due date. Use the “My Library Account” link the library’s home page to see what titles have checked out, when they are due, and how to renew them. Overdue materials must be renewed in person.

A bill for replacement and processing fees will be sent to any borrower who has one or more items that are two or more weeks overdue. Library notices are sent via Maryville College e-mail. Please contact the Circulation Coordinator Marina Jaffe – marina.jaffe@maryvillecollege.edu, 865-981-8099 – with questions about bills for library materials. Borrowers with overdue materials must clear their library account before they may borrow additional materials. Holds will be placed on registration and graduation for students who have outstanding bills for library materials at the end of each semester. Should materials become lost, damaged, or stolen, borrowers should contact Circulation Coordinator Marina Jaffe via email at marina.jaffe@maryvillecollege.edu or by telephone at 865-981-8099 for details about replacing them.

LOST & FOUND

The Safety and Security Office serves as the repository for items found on campus. All items surrendered to the Department will be tagged with a note indicating the date the item was received. Items for which an owner cannot be identified will be stored for (90) days after which they will be donated to the local Karm Store. These items will be kept in the locked storage closet at the Safety and Security Office, room 103 Bartlett Hall.

MOUNTAIN CHALLENGE

The Mountain Challenge program takes students outdoors. Area mountains, lakes, rivers, and woods provide the setting. The seasons, each one distinct in its own right, provide the agenda. In the fall and winter it may be panoramic views of changing leaves high in the mountains or cold mountain mornings shared with fellow travelers over hot drinks. Spring may bring trips to appreciate the wildlife and beautiful plant life of the mountains. The agenda might include hiking, rock climbing canoeing on one of the beautiful mountain lakes, or climbing the Alpine Tower. Whatever the situation, the Mountain Challenge program is a chance to face challenges head on, to struggle through some difficult and unfamiliar tasks, and to experience the thrill of achievement. The Mountain Challenge program is an opportunity to explore yourself as you explore the outdoors.

Many of the events in the Mountain Challenge program require neither experience nor special equipment. The only requirements for these events are a willingness to try new experiences and a commitment to do your best. Some events in the program do require experience and/or proper equipment. Experience can be gained through participation in other program events, and the College will supply needed equipment. Interested persons may sign up for Mountain Challenge trips at Crawford House.

Undergraduate students who participate in five different Mountain Challenge events may register to receive one (1) hour of PHR activity credit. Up to three (3) hours of PHR credit can be earned through Mountain Challenge.

All in all, the Mountain Challenge program is about change; it is about challenge; it is about risk and growth; it is about becoming comfortable and confident outdoors…and with yourself. For further information, call 865-981-8125.

Various Mountain Challenge activities include:

    • Alpine Tower
    • Bicycle Trips
    • Caving
    • Camp 4 – Outdoor Fitness Activities
    • Hiking
    • Map and Compass
    • Mountain Trips and Expeditions
    • Outdoor or Environmental Related Service Projects
    • Paddling Trips
    • Rafting
    • Ropes Courses

CENTER FOR DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION

The Center for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion promotes, celebrates, educates, and facilitates exploration of diversity within the campus and greater community. The work of the Center is to positively impact access and inclusion of and for diverse students. The Center partners to provide on-campus events and services, as well as collaborates with student clubs and organizations such as:

    • Alana Scholars
    • Athletes for Change
    • Black Student Alliance (BSA)
    • Latino Student Association (LSA)
    • PRIDE
    • Voices of Praise Gospel Choir

The Center for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion collaborates with a student-informed advisory board to help inform student-centered initiatives.

POST OFFICE

The Campus Post Office is located on the ground floor of Bartlett Hall. All students enrolled at Maryville College are required to have a mailbox assigned to them and are responsible for checking their boxes regularly. Box numbers are available at the MC Post Office window. The combination for a student post office box is available when the student presents a picture ID. Boxes are provided free of charge.

Window service is available Monday – Friday, 8am to 4pm.
Services include stamp sales and package shipping by the United States Postal Service (USPS) or United Parcel Service (UPS) or Federal Express (FedEx). The Campus Post Office does not accept checks or credit cards. For further information, call 865-981-8082.

Only Maryville College departments or recognized organizations may publicize events through the Maryville College Post Office.

Posted Fliers, Signs, and other forms of advertisement

Fliers and Signs posted on campus must adhere to the following guidelines:

    • May only be hung on approved surfaces (such as corkboards or other type of bulletin board). Damaging adhesive must not be used.
    • Fliers and/or signs to be posted in residence halls, must be delivered to the Residence Life Office, Bartlett Hall, Rm. 306 and must be posted by Residence Life staff members.
    • Must avoid being posted on any glass surface and/or wood surfaces, such as railings, door frames, or moldings.
    • Will be removed at the discretion of the Student Affairs Staff if deemed inappropriate due to language, images, or content that would disrupt the Maryville College community.
    • All off campus entities seeking to post fliers on campus may do so on bulletin boards posted throughout Bartlett Hall.
    • Chalking must be removable by rain and is only allowed on campus sidewalks.
    • Banners may be hung in the Bartlett Atrium, Isaac’s, and in the Thaw Hall lobby to advertise events. Organizations must receive permission from the Residence Life office to have Banners posted in residence halls.

* Think before you post.  Maryville College upholds free speech and expression on campus, and students should consider whether or not their posters containing language or images that could be interpreted as malicious to other members of the Maryville College community.  

TODAY@MC STUDENTS

Today@MC Students is Maryville College’s daily electronic newsletter to communicate important information and current/upcoming activities to its students. It is published Monday through Friday when the College is in session. Entries are reviewed on a daily basis for publishing in the next day’s newsletter. Contact the Office of Student Affairs, 865-981-8213, for information on submitting entries.

MC SCOTS APP

Students, staff, and faculty may download the mobile app (accessible from iOS, Android, and other devices) or the web app (accessible from any web-enabled device) for free, and gain access to College-related information quick and easy.

WELLNESS PROGRAMMING

Each member of the Maryville College community is encouraged to engage intentionally in a lifelong process that promotes optimum health.  The College provides the following services and activities to promote wellness and fitness, examples of which include:

    • Free fitness classes
    • Fitness Center located in the Alumni Gym
    • A network of maintained trails is available in the College Woods for walking, running, or biking
    • Intramural programming
    • Activities through Mountain Challenge

For more information, call the Wellness Coordinator at 865-981-8178,

    • A campus wide Wellness Advisory Council exists made up of faculty, staff, and students that advises the coordinator.
    • The College responsibly addresses alcohol, tobacco, and drug use through policy and education.
    • Initiatives to minimize stress and encourage mental health among students, staff, and faculty are evident.
    • Members of the community are encouraged to be engaged in wellness programming.
    • Wellness education is explicit in the academic core curriculum.
    • Campus food service and food events are planned with good nutrition in mind.
    • The wellness program is evaluated regularly and changed as needed.
    • The College provides healthy working and living environments.