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The Office of Academic Success, in Noss Hall, welcomes students at every stage of their Cal U experience. Whether you are a new freshman or transfer student, an upper-class student or a soon-to-be graduate, we are here to assist you.

Our office is open from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. daily, and you are always welcome to stop by - even if you're not sure exactly what kind of help you need.

The Office of Academic Success can assist you with:

Registering for classes. Cal U students register for classes well in advance. Registering on your assigned day gives you the best possible chance of getting the classes you need. Learn what to do before you register and see a step-by-step guide to the registration process.

Placement testing. The Office of Academic Success builds schedules for incoming students. We also coordinate placement testing to ensure that freshmen and new transfer students are assigned to the proper math and/or English courses, including developmental courses if needed.

Finding your place at Cal U. A Peer Mentor can help you get comfortable with life at Cal U. Your First-Year Seminar course offers a wealth of information and teaches skills every college student needs. Learning Communities connect you with other students in your major, and Starfish links you to campus resources.

Prior Learning Assessment, CLEP and DSST exams. Through Prior Learning Assessment, credit may be awarded for qualifying life experiences such as work or military training, volunteer work or independent certifications. CLEP and DSST exams let you demonstrate college-level achievement equivalency to specific undergraduate courses.

Graduating on time with the Four-Year Graduation Plan.

Explore different studies. If you are an undecided major, take courses in exploratory studies while you figure out your path at Cal U. Complete this worksheet and return it to the Office of Student Success.

Make the grades. Find the academic support you need.

College courses can be challenging! You'll find academic support at:

Vulcan Learning Commons. Strengthen your skills with free, face-to-face assistance. Our friendly, knowledgeable staff and trained peer learning assistants (tutors) offer one-to-one or small group tutoring for students at all grade levels.

The Success Center. Walk-ins are welcome in this center, where graduate assistants are on hand to help with study skills, time management, test anxiety and more. The Support for Success, Academic Healthy U and PASS programs are housed here, too.

Meet the staff in the Office of Academic Success.

Dori Eichelberger
Interim Director of Academic Success Initiatives and Programming Office:Noss Hall, Room 120 Phone:724-938-5830 Email: eichelberger@calu.edu

Crystale Fleming
Academic Counselor: College of Liberal Studies and Education, College of Science and Technology
Office: Noss Hall, Room 210
Phone: 724-938-5647
Fax: 724-938-4186
Email: fleming@calu.edu

Terry Carnathan
Academic Counselor: College of Science and Technology
Office: Noss Hall, Room 210
Phone: 724-938-5646
Fax: 724-938-4186
Email: carnathan@calu.edu

Julie Osekowski
Academic Counselor: College of Liberal Studies and Education, College of Science and Technology
Office: Noss Hall, Room 210
Phone: 724-938-5648
Fax: 724-938-4186
Email: osekowski@calu.edu

Kimberly Lipniskis
Academic Counselor: College of Liberal Studies and Education, College of Science and Technology
Office: Noss Hall, Room 210
Phone: 724-938-5645
Fax: 724-938-4186
Email: lipniskis@calu.edu

Carrie Schubert
Interim Director of Peer Mentoring/Parent and Family Engagement
Office: Noss Hall, Room 104 Phone: 724-938-4361 Email: Schubert@calu.edu

Lisa Glasser
Student Success Specialist
Office: Noss Hall, Room 104 Phone: 724-938-4866 Fax: 724-938-4186 Email: glasser_l@calu.edu

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The Office of Academic Success, in Noss Hall, welcomes students at every stage of their Cal U experience. Whether you are a new freshman or transfer student, an upper-class student or a soon-to-be graduate, we are here to assist you. Our office is open from 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

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Good physical and mental health can lead to a more productive and enjoyable college experience. At California University of Pennsylvania, we care about your wellbeing. Trained professionals are available to respond to your health and wellness needs, and to guide you toward a healthful lifestyle.

Find information for:

Student Health Center

The Student Health Center on the ground floor of Carter Hall is staffed by a medical director, nurse supervisor, certified registered nurse practitioner and registered nurses.

The health center provides quality health care for students and emergency care for all members of the campus community. Healthcare professionals at the center can direct students to other healthcare providers when necessary, work with special populations to address their specific needs, and develop and deliver health and wellness education programs.

The health center provides quality health care for students and emergency care for all members of the campus community. Healthcare professionals at the center can direct students to other healthcare providers when necessary, work with special populations to address their specific needs, and develop and deliver health and wellness education programs.

Services at the Student Health Center include, but are not limited to:

Assessment/diagnosis and treatment.

Urgent, emergent care and stabilization.

Referrals to outside agencies, such as specialists, emergency room, Med Express or outpatient testing, as needed.

Allergy injections. (We will keep your allergy serum.)

B12 and Depo Provera injections.

Rapid strep test.

Urine screening.

Women's Health Clinic services.

Education for healthy lifestyles.

Student Health Insurance
Good health is an integral part of your California University of Pennsylvania experience. Although health insurance is not required for your visit to the University Health Center, Cal U strongly recommends that all students have medical insurance coverage.

The campus Health Center offers a variety of healthcare services for Cal U students, but it does not have any contracts for direct payment to any health insurance companies for clinic or ancillary services, and it does not bill any insurance companies directly.

You are responsible for paying all bills for clinic visits, medications, lab work and certain procedures that you may need outside of the Cal U Health Center.

If you are not currently covered by a health insurance plan, it is recommended that you visit Healthcare.gov to explore your options for coverage on the insurance marketplace.
Read an open letter to students from Pennsylvania's Office of the Insurance Commissioner.
Counseling Center

The Counseling Center advises students on ways to make the best personal, social, psychological and career choices during a time of transition in their lives. The center can make referrals to a long-term treatment provider and direct you to other campus resources.

Please note: The Counseling Center is not available during Cal U's summer sessions; regular hours resume at the start of the fall semester. Students in need of summertime counseling services should reach out to their family counseling provider or local public service agencies. Pennsylvania residents can find a county-by-county list of crisis intervention services here.

FOR MENTAL HEALTH EMERGENCIES: Dial 911 or your local emergency number; call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255; text HOME to the National Crisis Text Line at 741-741, or visit your local hospital's emergency room. More hotlines and other resources are listed below.

If you need help finding a therapist in your local area this summer, contact Rachel Michaels, director of student wellness support services, at michaels_r@calu.edu.

The Counseling Center in Carter Hall is staffed by one licensed psychologist and two licensed professional counselors. These therapists aim to help students overcome personal issues and stressful situations such as:

Relationship distress.

Academic difficulties.

Anxiety.

Depression.

Alcohol and/or drug use.

Trauma.

You can feel comfortable about coming to the Counseling Center. Services are strictly confidential according to state and federal law, and there is no additional charge to California University students.

Services provided in the Cal U Counseling Center include:

Drug and alcohol programs. The Counseling Center provides an education and intervention program for students with past or current drug and/or alcohol problems. If you need more intensive services, the center can provide assessment and referrals.

Psychological consultation. You may visit the Counseling Center for a psychological consultation or short-term counseling, a referral to a long-term treatment provider, or information about other helpful resources. Services are confidential; visit the center or call 724-938-4056 for an appointment.

Crisis intervention. If you need help during a crisis, simply walk in to the Counseling Center during regular hours for an emergency psychological evaluation, or call to request a consultation with one of the center's therapists. After hours, call the California University Police Department at 724-938-4357 (HELP) for emergency assistance.

The University has formal agreements with a local psychiatrist who is available for psychiatric consultations. During a mental health emergency, the psychiatrist may provide medical services beyond the scope of the Counseling Center. The psychiatric consultant, as well as selected professionals at local clinics, can provide a broad range of mental health, alcohol and other drug assessment and treatment services to assist during a crisis.

There are many people to help you at Cal U, and our counselors have developed a strong referral system. For example, they can refer you to other campus offices for help with financial aid, tutoring and academic advising. Counselors also can make referrals to the Student Health Center, the Office for Students with Disabilities, the Office of Military and Veterans Affairs, the Women's Center, and campus ministries.

The PARC.

The Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) Prevention Awareness Recovery Center, called The PARC, provides support, services, resources and referrals for Cal U students in recovery from addiction to drugs and/or alcohol.

The PARC is a safe, worry-free lounge where you may spend time and build supportive relationships. It is open to all students, whether you are struggling with the use of alcohol and other drugs, are supporting the recovery of others, or want to learn more about addiction and recovery.

The PARC also offers information about Alcoholic Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous and other 12-step meetings in the area.

All of Cal U's Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) programs and offices, including The PARC, are located on the ground floor of Carter Hall in Suite G-45, adjoining the Wellness Center.

Dean of Students

Except in cases of emergency, it is your responsibility to inform your professors in advance if you expect to be absent from class.

You should contact the Dean of Studentsif you require a medical withdrawalor documentation after a class absence due to illness, a medical emergency or a personal emergency. In these special cases the dean will notify your professors - but it's up to your professor(s) to determine whether to excuse the absence.
Contact:
Larry Sebek
Interim Vice President for Student Affairs
Natali Student Center, Room 007
724-938-4440
sebek@calu.edu

Learn how to live a healthier lifestyle.

In the Health and Wellness Education Center, students, graduate assistants and staff promote health and wellness opportunities for the campus community.

The center in Carter Hall, Room G-82, is also the meeting place for HEART, the Health Education Awareness Resource Team. This student-led organization promotes health and wellness on campus through drug and alcohol awareness programs; STD programming and clinics; nutrition, stress and body image events; smoking cessation programs; the annual Health Fair, and more.

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