Post on 02-Apr-2015
“The difference between a high
school senior and a college freshmen is
three months.”
The Neumann UniversityThe Neumann University“POINT OF DIFFERENCE”“POINT OF DIFFERENCE”
CATHOLIC Education in the
FRANCISCAN TRADITION
The Neumann UniversityThe Neumann University“POINT OF DIFFERENCE”“POINT OF DIFFERENCE”
What does it mean to be part of a Catholic,
Franciscan community?
Is it something that taps your talents, really engages all of your abilities and gifts and uses them in the best way possible?
Is this a genuine service to all of the people around you?
Do you get a kick out of it?
Are you any good at it?
Does anyone want you to do it?
These questions are important to us as a Catholic, Franciscan community
They come from a “restless search to create another world - - the world of peace and love we are called by the Gospel to create.”
And as long as we continue to question “there is hope left for us to finish the creation that God began.”
Rev. Michael Himes
Francis did not in want everyone to become priests or sisters. He only wanted people to be free, to be what they wanted to be in their own hearts.
“Francis knew that God spoke differently to each person, calling one to marriage, another to the single life; calling one to the city, and other to the country; one to work with the mind, another with the hands.
Francis encouraged us to be brave enough to look inside and ask: ‘is this what I should be doing, what I’d really want to do with my life?’ ”
- Fr. Murray Bodo, OFM
We want students to know:– Our God is a good and
gracious and loving God– That our God needed the
“YES” of Mary to be present in the world
– That our God needs our “YES” too
AND IN ALL OF THISWe need to provide
opportunities for our students to say this “YES”
Inclusiveincludes all peoples and cultures
Critical of injustice
PropheticMoving beyond what “everyone knows”
PracticalAn everyday approach
We balance our own goodand The good of the other
We consider when to understand the other and when we need to be understood
We form RespectfulandLovingrelationships
Neumann University RISES on its VALUES
Reverence
Integrity
ServiceExcellence
Stewardship
2010 Theme2010 ThemeA Joyful Affirmation of
our Core ValuesCelebrating our togetherness in this communityActing fairly, honestly, ethicallyAccepting responsibility for the consequences of our actionsEmbracing service to others Performing to the best of our abilityReceiving gratefully, using carefully, sharing generously
Welcome to Neumann UniversityWelcome to Neumann UniversityMeet a few members of the COMMUNITY who Meet a few members of the COMMUNITY who
make this happen: make this happen: Dr. Mac Given, Dean, Arts and Sciences Dr. Elizabeth Doherty, Dean, Business and
Information Management Dr. Tish Szymurski, Dean, Continuing Adult and
Professional Studies Dr. Kathy Hoover, Dean, Nursing and Health
Sciences Ms. Janet Geddis, Director of Health Services Mr. Mike D’Angelo, Director of Wellness Counseling Ms. Theresa Huke, Director, Academic Resource
Center Mr. Mike Mullen, Director of Advising Mr. Leon Francis, Director of Safety and Security Ms. Coleen Nedbalski, Student Advocate Mr. Mike Webster, Director of Residence Life Sister Peg Egan, OSF, Dean of Students Dr. Joe Gillespie, Dean, Education and Human
Services
FreedomFreedomStudents are making their own
decisionsWhen to wake upWhen to go to sleepWhat classes to take and whenWhere to live and with whomWhen to studyIf to studyAnd OH, THE WAYS THEY MAY
CHOOSE TO FEEL JOY!
ResponsibilityResponsibility
With FREEDOM comes RESPONSIBILITY
Responsibility ?Responsibility ? Attend all classes Be ACTIVE in class Know your instructors Sit up front Ask questions Be prepared for class Come to understand and respect the
Neumann University core values - - how do these values influence YOU and YOUR DECISIONS . . . What is expected of you?
The Parental The Parental Responsibilities:Responsibilities:
Ask about their classes and instructors Have your student sign the form that
allows us to discuss academic progress with you and that allows you to see grades
High School Model - - Parent Teacher Conferences
College - - students need to give you the “right” to find out this information, even if you are paying the bill
You need to the Social Security Number (last 4 digits) of the student about whom you are asking and their birthdate
You will see this information You will see this information posted outside of the Office posted outside of the Office
of the Registrarof the RegistrarRELEASE OF EDUCATION
INFORMATION TO PARENTS
IF YOUR SON OR DAUGHTER HAS AUTHORIZED NEUMANN UNIVERSITY TO DISCUSS ANY IDENTIFIABLE
INFORMATION PERTAINING TO HIS/HER EDUCATION RECORD, YOU MUST PROVIDE THE FOLLOWING
INFORMATION, AS A CROSS-CHECK VERIFICATION, BEFORE ANY INFORMATION CAN BE RELEASED:
THE LAST FOUR [4] DIGITS OF HIS/HER SSN
BIRTHDATE
WE THANK YOU FOR YOUR ASSISTANCE IN THIS MATTER . . .
Be Aware of These Important Be Aware of These Important Dates:Dates:
Classes begin: August 31Opening Mass of the Holy Spirit:
Thursday, September 3 [11:00 a.m.]Know about DROP/ADD (Friday, Sept.
4)Labor Day Holiday: Monday,
September 7Fall Break: October 12 and 13Know about PROGRESS REPORTS and
MID TERM GRADES (October 16)Withdrawal Period Ends Friday, Nov. 6
Freshmen Registration – about third week of November
Thanksgiving Break: Thursday, November 26 until Sunday, November 29
Last Day of Classes: December 11Final Exams: December 14 - 19Residence Hall Close: after last
exam . . . STAY TUNED!!
More Tips for Families: More Tips for Families: ASK THESE QUESTIONS: Who is your advisor?
How often do you talk with him/her one on one?
What is the ARC? Where is it? Have you ever been there? When or Why
would you go? What classes are you taking next
semester?What grades will you get in each class
this semester?
Know about and explore unique programs and services:
Study Abroad We have partnerships in the United
Kingdom, France, Spain, and Italy You can do this and still graduate on
time . . . and it is affordable! It’s impressive to future employers It is a fun, growth-filled educational
opportunity
More Questions to Ask . . .More Questions to Ask . . . Who is your R.A.? Who are your friends? What are they like? If you feel lonely or alone, with whom do
you speak? How is your INT 101: Freshmen Experience
class going? How are you:
– Building and participating in COMMUNITY? – Feeling and Sharing the smiles that mean JOY?– SERVING and being SERVED?
– A N D Are you PRAYING? (Let them know you
are praying for them!)
John 3:16John 3:16
An often quoted Bible verse:“God gave his only Son . . . ”
It reminds us that the point of having children is to let them go. They have their own work to do in the world.
Remain open to what God has in mind for them and for you as this “next step” unfolds
R E M E M B E RR E M E M B E R
We are here to guide, not giveTo serve, not saveWe work in partnership with
your student; it is important that he or she BE a partner with US!