Campus Facilities and Services

Campus Services

Banking

The City of St. Augustine has several banks within walking distance of the campus. Students are urged to open a checking or savings account at a local bank for their convenience and the protection of their funds. Money should not be kept in residence hall rooms.

Also available to you is the Flagler OneCard that is a FDIC insured account. This card is issued when you begin enrollment at Flagler College and we have a free ATM for you to use on campus, and free overnight depositing of your funds is available through the depository box located in the Business Office at 20 Valencia Street.

Details on the Flagler OneCard

Behavior Intervention Team

Flagler College is concerned about the safety, health, and well-being of all of its students, faculty and staff, and has policies regarding the welfare for all members of the College community. Specifically, these policies address student behaviors that are disruptive to the mission of the College, as well as any suicidal or self injurious threats or behaviors.

As a result of growing national trends on college campuses concerning mental health issues, and the increase in hospitalizations and deaths due to alcohol consumption, the College instituted a Behavioral Intervention Team (BIT). The BIT has been charged with upholding these policies and maintaining a healthy environment for the entire college.

Some of the reasons to make a BIT referral include, but are not limited to the following:

• Self injurious behavior / suicidal ideation or attempt, including actual or implied threats toward others or self.
• Erratic behavior (including online activities) that disrupts the mission and/or normal proceedings of students, faculty, staff or community. Behaviors include, but are not limited to: weapons on campus, actual or implied significant inappropriate disruption to the community, and the potential for safety being compromised.
• Concern that a student's emotional well-being is deteriorating or at significant risk.
• Involuntary transportation to the hospital for alcohol or drug use/abuse.

There are several ways to make a BIT referral, including:

• Go to http://www.flagler.edu/BIT
• Use the BIT "Quick Link" on the Portal site.
• Call a BIT member at (904) 819-6308.

As the eyes and ears of our community, it is our responsibility to serve as liaison to the College and to assist those students who show any type of behavior that could threaten their well-being/safety, or that of the community. We all play a vital role in ensuring the safety of our students. The BIT strongly encourages you to utilize its referral services to continue to better serve our students and to further enhance our community.

Career Services

The Flagler College Four-Year Plan

The Office of Career Services supports Flagler students by helping measure the fit between individuals and potential careers, as well as through assisting students in formulating career goals and outlining action steps to achieve their objectives. This includes individual meetings, career preparation sessions, the mechanics of resumes, and offering students information on occupational fields, graduate education, employment opportunities, internships and job search strategies.

The Four-Year Plan is designed to insure that Flagler College students receive comprehensive career counseling and career planning education in order to develop graduates with the knowledge and ability to showcase their skills and achievements as they enter the occupational world. This includes computerized assessment of student work-related values, interest, personalities, and skills; as well as information on developing goals, communication, research, and the mechanics of an effective job search. The Office of Career Services is located on the second floor of the Ringhaver Student Center.
Give yourself an advantage over those who think they can wait until their senior year to “get serious about figuring out a career.” Steps taken during all four years of college will go a long way in helping you clarify your career goals and build a competitive resume or application for graduate school. Use the following timeline as a guide to map out a four-year plan.

1^stYear: Explore

• Develop sound study habits, manage your time well, and get assistance for difficult courses.
• Meet with Career Services to explore career possibilities and majors, and to learn about resources offered.
• Begin to develop relationships with faculty, advisors, and key administrators.
• Complete career assessments to assist in identifying your strengths, weaknesses, skills, values and interests.
• Join a student club or organization.
• Talk to upperclassmen who majored in what you plan to major in.
• Find summer employment related to your career interests.
• Take an elective in a major you’re considering.
• Read the Flagler College catalog and meet with your academic advisor to build your major.

2^nd Year: Prepare

• Research and apply for internships, summer jobs, and volunteer positions related to your career field.
• Explore companies and shadow professionals in your field of interest.
• Begin working on a resume with Career Services.
• Meet with faculty members and advisor to brainstorm career paths.
• Consider whether additional education will be needed for your chosen career path.
• Research specific careers and required qualifications.
• Solidify your major and begin signing up for electives that will assist you in your career path and personal development.
• Begin building a professional wardrobe.

3^rd Year: Action

• Complete an internship.
• Practice interview skills by scheduling a mock interview with Career Services.
• Join student chapters affiliated with the professional associations in your field.
• Begin building a portfolio for your career path.
• Bring your resume to Career Services for review.
• Determine if there are other “resume builders” for your field, aside from internships.
• Improve upon desired skills- public speaking, organization, problem solving, writing, etc.
• Explore graduate school programs.
• Schedule informational interviews with prospective career contacts.
• Apply for leadership positions on and off campus.
• Set career goals and steps to accomplish those goals.
• Register and prepare for graduate school admissions tests such as the GRE, LAST, MCAT, or GMAT.

4^th Year: Transition

• Plan to apply and interview for jobs and graduate schools 4-6 months before you graduate.
• Complete a second internship in order to make your resume stand out.
• Meet with Career Services to plan a strategic job search and to finalize your resume and cover letter.
• Network! Let all of your contacts know that you are looking for entry-level employment.
• Compile a list of references; obtain their permission and collect contact information.
• For graduate school, complete your personal statement and mail off your applications.
• Formulate an alternate “Plan B” in case you need to make last minute career adjustments.
• Begin branding and marketing yourself as a professional.

Community Service

The College strongly encourages student involvement in the St. Augustine community. There are many opportunities to affiliate with organizations that are geared to assist in helping others. Some of these include Habitat for Humanity, St. Francis Soup Kitchen, Guardian Ad Litem and Council on Aging. All athletic teams and clubs and organizations are required to perform community service. Individuals interested in becoming involved should stop by the Office of Student Services in the Ringhaver Student Center.

Counseling

The College offers confidential counseling services to help students deal with personal concerns that interfere with their emotional well-being, and/or learning and academic progress. The Counseling Center’s professional counselors provide individual and group counseling and crisis intervention on short term and emergency issues, as well as consultation and referral services. All services are strictly confidential and are not part of the students’ college records. Counseling is free of charge to all currently enrolled students.

There are many reasons students should seek professional counseling. Often, they want to feel more satisfied with their lives, be more effective in dealing with problems, increase their self awareness, improve their self esteem, or enhance relationship skills. Counseling can also help with problems related to: adjustment to college life, relationships, conflicts with roommates, family problems, coping with loss, time management, anxiety, eating disorders, alcohol and other drug use, grief, stress, depression, anger, social isolation, sexual identity, study skills, and test anxiety.

The Counseling Center is located in the Palm Cottage at 8 Valencia Street, between Wiley Hall and Lewis House. Students may schedule an appointment by calling the Counseling Center at (904) 819-6305 or emailing counseling@flagler.edu, or visiting our Web site at www.flagler.edu/counseling.

Financial Aid

The purpose of this section is to provide a summary of the financial aid program at Flagler College. Detailed information is available in the Flagler College Catalog and on the Office of Financial Aid web site.

Flagler College acknowledges that financing a college education represents a major investment. While the College believes the primary responsibility in this endeavor rests with the student, we realize that many students cannot afford to pay the entire cost of college tuition. The College conducts a comprehensive financial aid program to assist students in meeting the costs they cannot pay. The primary purposes of the program are to make sure that students are aware of the availability of financial aid and to provide students with the opportunity to apply for that aid.

The Financial Aid Office uses all means at its disposal to advise students of financial aid availability and application deadlines, such as: campus publications, the college web site, postings on the campus bulletin boards, faculty notification, student email, etc. It is the student’s responsibility to use these means to seek out and apply for financial aid. The Flagler College Financial Aid staff is available during regular business hours to assist students in this process.

The Financial Aid Office Staff is responsible for all financial aid activities at Flagler College. The office is located on the second floor of Wiley Hall on Valencia Street. Hours are 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. EST, Monday through Friday. The telephone number is (904) 819-6225. Mail should be addressed to: Financial Aid Office, Flagler College, P.O. Box 1027, St. Augustine, FL 32085-1027, or emailed to: financialaid@flagler.edu.

What is Financial Aid?

Financial Aid is money awarded to students to help pay their education costs. It comes in the form of grants, scholarships, loans and employment. Grants and scholarships are called “gift aid,” since they do not have to be repaid. Loans and employment are called “self-help aid,” since students are helping themselves by either repaying the money loaned or working for the money. Loans are made at low interest rates, and repayment does not start until after graduation. Employment involves working part-time on campus or at the Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind. To qualify for financial aid, students must either establish financial need for it or meet the special requirements of a grant, scholarship or loan awarded without regard to financial need.

There are four basic sources of funds for financial aid at Flagler College: the federal government, state governments, Flagler College and private organizations. The College participates in all federal programs and all State of Florida programs (with the exception of those restricted for use at a state university or community college.) Flagler College provides its own funds in the form of various grants, scholarships and work. In addition to these programs, some Flagler College students receive privately-funded scholarships and loans.

Financial aid is awarded on either a need or non-need basis. The following paragraphs address both types of aid and how to apply.

Need-Based Financial Aid: Financial need is the difference between the Cost of Education and a family’s ability to pay for that cost. The Cost of Education, as developed by the Financial Aid Office, is based on actual costs and estimated expenses. The family’s ability to pay, called the Expected Family Contribution (EFC), is based on an evaluation of family resources and other factors. If the EFC is less than the cost, then need has been established.

A student can apply for need-based aid by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and mailing it to the Federal Student Aid Processing Center. Also, the FAFSA can be filed over the Internet at Web site www.fafsa.ed.gov. In addition to the FAFSA, the Flagler College Financial Aid Application should be submitted directly to the Financial Aid Office. A student should also be prepared to submit other documentation, such as tax returns, to the Financial Aid Office. The priority deadline for submission of all applications/documents is April 1; however, missing this deadline does not exclude a student from qualifying for some aid, such as the Pell Grant, Stafford Loan and work.

If a student establishes need, the Financial Aid Office will develop an award package. The student will be notified of his or her award in the form of an award letter.

Non-need-Based Financial Aid: Flagler College offers financial aid on a non-need basis in the form of federal loans, State of Florida grants and scholarships, and Flagler College grants, scholarships and work. Details are available in the College Catalog and on the College web site.

One grant of particular note is the Florida Resident Access Grant (FRAG). This grant is available to students who are permanent residents of Florida (for reasons other than educational purposes) and for more than one year. The amount of the grant varies from year to year depending on funds appropriated by the State legislature. Florida residents must apply annually on the Flagler College Financial Aid application form to qualify. The deadline for fall entrants is on or about October 15 and for spring entrants, the deadline is on February 15.

Other Sources

Flagler College assists students in coordinating the receipt of the following types of aid sponsored by outside agencies: private source scholarships and loans, Veterans’ Administration Benefits, Vocational Rehabilitation Benefits, and the Florida Prepaid College Program.

Important Information

A student is obligated to notify the Financial Aid Office of all outside assistance. This includes private source scholarships and loans, Veterans’ Benefits, Vocational Rehabilitation benefits, tuition assistance from an employer, and payments from the Florida Prepaid College Program. If a student notifies the Financial Aid Office of any such assistance after his or her award package has been developed, an adjustment in the package may be required. This is especially true if the student was awarded on a need basis.

Jobs for students are available both on campus and at the Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind. First priority for jobs is given to need students; second priority is given to students who attempt, but fail to qualify for need-based aid; and third priority is given to all other students. A student interested in working who is not assigned a job can submit an application to the Financial Aid Office, at which time his or her name will be placed on a waiting list.

All need-based financial aid is awarded one year at a time. A student must submit a new FAFSA each year, and he or she must qualify to continue receiving need-based aid. There is no guarantee that a student will continue to qualify for the same amount of need-based aid in subsequent years. In addition to qualifying on a need basis, a student must meet College Satisfactory Academic Progress guidelines. These guidelines are also found in the College Catalog.

Most financial aid awarded on non-need basis is renewable, provided the student meets the specific renewal requirements for the aid in question. A student receiving a non-need grant or scholarship should become aware of the renewal requirements for that grant or scholarship. Regardless of the renewal requirements, the College reserves the right to withdraw any aid it sponsors if a student fails to demonstrate responsible conduct.

Most financial aid requires that a student be enrolled for at least 12 credit hours per semester. The only aid available to students enrolled less than 12 hours is the Pell Grant, the Stafford Loan, the Parent Loan (PLUS) and the various Florida Bright Futures scholarships.

All financial aid awarded by the College is credited to a student’s account. A student’s account is maintained in the Business Office, a separate entity from the Financial Aid Office. While the Financial Aid Office can help with matters pertaining to aid awarded to a student and how it affects a student’s account, all other questions about the student’s account should be referred to the Business Office. Students are billed by the semester with the Fall Semester payment due August 1 and the Spring Semester payment due December 1. The College does not offer an installment plan for payment of charges.

Tuition and Fees

Food Services

Flagler College employs ARAMARK to provide food services for students, faculty and staff. All incoming boarding students are required to purchase the full meal plan for the entire first year in the residence halls. Returning boarding and non-boarding students may choose the option of a full meal plan or select one of the two other options, the 15 meal plan or the 10 meal plan. All returning boarding students must be on one of the meal plan options. Non-boarding students may make arrangements for meals by purchasing a meal ticket or by paying cash at the door of the dining hall. ARAMARK also provides food service within the Ringhaver Student Center.

Students are required to display good judgment with regard to attire in the dining hall and the food court. Dining Hall staff and food court staff in concurrence with the Dean of Student Services will deem what is appropriate.

The College asks students to not remove food, china, glassware or utensils from the dining hall. Students should not fill personal beverage containers to take out of the dining hall.

If class or job responsibilities require students to miss meal hours, students may make special arrangements with the Food Services Director to eat earlier or later or request a boxed meal. Students requiring special food or food preparation should address their needs directly to the Food Services Director.

The Office of the Dean of Student Services is responsible for food service programming apart from fiscal management aspects. A Food Service Committee, consisting of students, meets frequently to review the food service program and to forward recommendations to the Food Services Director and the Dean of Student Services.

Proper food etiquette and behavior are expected, and improper behavior could result in the forfeiture of dining hall privileges.

Health Services

The Office of Health Services is located on the ground floor in the hall that connects the two breezeways. All services offered by the Office of Health Services are provided at no charge to all full-time students. Services include: visits to the College physician in Health Services, minor procedures, treatments, over the counter medications, dressings and some antibiotics. A small fee is charged for some antibiotics which would be charged to the student’s account. Various items are available for student use, such as crutches, heating pads, ice packs, etc. on a loan basis. If the borrowed items are not returned to Health Services, the student will be charged.

Health Services hours are Monday through Thursday - 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., and Friday 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. with two registered nurses on duty. The College physician or his physician's assistant holds sick call from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. on Monday through Friday on a first-come, first-served basis. A Nurse Practitioner is available by appointment for women’s health. After office hours, Resident Advisors and Security personnel are available to handle unexpected minor problems. Health Services is equipped with one bed, where ill students can receive nursing care during the hours the nurse is on duty.

In case of serious illness, it is the College’s policy to move the student to a St. Augustine hospital if specialized care is necessary. The College nurse must be notified of any emergency visits or hospital admissions by telephone (904-819-6211) or email hhagler@flagler.edu. Serious illness or hospitalization of a student will be reported to the parents by the Dean of Student Services or his designee. All residence hall accidents or illnesses should be reported to the “on duty” Resident Advisor, Health Services, Student Services or Security.

Visits to the emergency room at the hospital, a private physician, or the College physician at his office are at the student’s expense. It is the student’s responsibility to take care of their own insurance claims.

Excuses for class absence will be given by the College nurse to those treated in Health Services for serious illness or when a written excuse is presented to her from a private physician.

All students are required to turn in the Medical History form, Permission for Treatment form and two (2) confirmed Measles/Mumps/Rubella immunizations (MMR’s) to the Office of Health Services before classes start. In addition to the MMR’s, meningitis and hepatitis B vaccinations are required unless a waiver is signed. Failure to meet these requirements will result in termination of enrollment acceptance.

Identification Cards

All students will be given a student identification card upon enrollment during one of the orientation sessions. This photo identification card is required for all full and part-time students. It is non-transferable and must be carried by the student at all times. Once a card is reported lost it may not be reactivated if found. A new card will need to be purchased.

All students must courteously present their identification card upon request by a college official or by law enforcement. The possession, use, manufacture or sale of government issued or altered identification card is strictly prohibited.

This card is required for identification purposes in the Ringhaver Student Center, gymnasium, dining hall, library, at athletic events, student dances, movies, lectures, plays and for check cashing services. The card is also used as access through the entrance doors in Ponce de Leon Hall, Kenan Hall, Ringhaver Student Center and certain art building classrooms.

Students will be charged $20.00 for replacement of a lost or damaged identification card. This charge is paid in the Office of Business Services. A new card may be obtained by bringing your receipt to the Office of Security.

Laundry Service

There are laundry facilities on campus with coin-operated washers and dryers. These are available for students, faculty and staff. Linen service is not available through the College. Therefore, pillows, blankets, towels and linens should be brought by the student. Laundry facilities are a leased operation. Any problems associated with these facilities should be left on the Laundry Voice Mail number (904) 826-8568.

Learning Resource Center

The Learning Resource Center, housed off the breezeway nearest to Ponce Hall, contains the Math Center, Writing Center, and Reading and Study Strategies Center. Staffed with peer tutors and faculty assistance, the Learning Resource Center offers support for writing assignments at any level, help with Math homework, and general study strategies. There is no additional cost for this center; it is a great place for group or individual study. The Office of Study Abroad is in the Learning Resource Center, as well. Please stop by to explore options for international travel and study abroad.

Lost and Found

Reports of lost and found items should be reported promptly to the Office of Safety and Security. The College reserves the right to dispose of found items not claimed.

Mail Services

In order to ensure proper delivery of all mail, the mailing address should read as follows:

Campus mailboxes are located in the hallway leading to the mailroom, between the two breezeways. All resident students will be assigned a campus mailbox. Non-resident students may request and be assigned a campus mailbox depending on availability. The request by non-resident students must be completed by the end of the second week of the current semester. Non-resident students may elect to have their mail forwarded to their off-campus addresses for a limited time after completing a change of address form. It is the responsibility of each non-resident student to correct their address with each person or company that sends them mail.

Mail and packages are received throughout the day and are processed and delivered to the campus mailboxes as it is received. The first mail from the post office is picked up and normally delivered to campus mailboxes by 9:00 a.m. The official method of communication throughout the College is via the campus e-mail system.

Access to campus mailboxes is: Monday through Friday: 6 a.m.- 6 p.m., Saturday: 6 a.m.-12 noon and Sunday: closed.
Students are encouraged to check their campus mailbox on a daily basis. Mail left in the mailboxes over 30 days will be returned to sender. Cash and gift cards should not be sent through the mail. Money orders and checks may be cashed at either of two banks located within walking distance of Flagler College with proper identification.

For Shipping Items, the address is:

Services for Students with Disabilities

The Office of Services for Students with Disabilities (OSSD) provides information and assistance to students who have documented disabilities which significantly impact them in the college environment and who are in need of accommodations. Services are provided according to individual need and may include classroom accommodations, testing accommodations, scribe services, note-takers, readers, interpreters, special registration, referrals to campus resources and use of some specialized equipment and adaptive technology. Current documentation of a qualifying disability assessed by an appropriate professional is required for the eligibility of services. An I.E.P. or 504 agreement is not sufficient documentation. Contact OSSD for documentation requirements. It is the student’s responsibility to inform the OSSD about his or her disability and to provide the appropriate documentation in a timely manner.

Although requests for accommodations may be made at any time, in order to provide them in a timely manner, students should begin the accommodation procedure prior to the beginning of each semester. The OSSD does not provide retroactive accommodations and some accommodations require weeks to ensure their availability. All students with disabilities are strongly encouraged to contact OSSD to make arrangements prior to registering for classes.

Students with documented disabilities that require reasonable accommodations with regard to housing (e.g. handicapped-accessible rooms, specialized fire alarms, etc.) should communicate their need and documentation to the Director of Residence Life.

If a student experiences a temporary condition that does not qualify as a disability he or she should direct his or her doctor’s notes or documentation to the Associate Dean of Academic Affairs if excused absences are requested. Additionally, he or she should consult with his or her advisor and the Director of OSSD to see what assistance may be available to him/her. Although these temporary conditions do not qualify a student for OSSD services, OSSD can work with the student to access resources.

The office of Services for Students with Disabilities at Flagler College provides accommodations and services to ensure equal access to education as intended by Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Any appeals or grievances regarding services or discrimination on the basis of a disability should be provided in writing to the Director of Disability Services. Unresolved grievances or appeals are provided in writing to the Associate Dean of Academic Affairs who will convene the Committee on Academic Program Accessibilities. Please refer to the College Catalog for details.

Signs and Publicity

Fliers, notices, posters, birthday banners, or signs must be authorized by the Office of Student Services prior to posting.

Signs and fliers may be posted only on designated bulletin boards. Posting is not permitted on inside or outside walls, windows, decorative wood, or doors of any building. Outdated fliers, notices or signs are to be removed by the responsible individual or group.

Copied or otherwise duplicated materials may not be circulated on campus without prior permission from the Office of Student Services.

Outside establishments wishing to advertise on campus property must have all flyers, announcements and advertisements approved and pay a $50.00 fee to the Office of Public Information. The advertisement will then be sent to the Office of Student Services for posting.

College policy prohibits the advertisement of alcoholic beverages and tobacco products on campus.

The fact that someone posts a notice on campus does not mean Flagler College endorses the notice.

Off-campus housing notices and “For Sale” notices must be approved by the Office of Student Services. Off-campus housing notices will be placed on the “Off-Campus Housing” section of the bulletin board on the second floor of the Ringhaver Student Center, in the “Off-Campus Housing” book in Student Services and on the college website for a period of 2 weeks.

• Event posters and meeting announcements should be no larger than 8 1⁄2 X 11 (letter size) if it is to be posted on the bulletin boards.

• Full-sheet posters can advertise events/activities only and can be placed in the breezeway and/or rotunda with string, not tape. Birthday posters can hang from the inner circle of the rotunda only.

• All event posters and meeting announcements will be placed on the boards no sooner than 2 weeks prior to the meeting/event.

Special Dinners

Special dinners are held periodically in the College dining hall or the Virginia Room in the Ringhaver Student Center. Many times these dinners are sponsored by the College in recognition of a special occasion and students are requested to dress appropriately.

Student Government Association

The Student Government Association (SGA) of Flagler College is organized to actively represent student opinions; promote the social and academic advancement of students; foster communication, cooperation and understanding in all areas of the College; recommend and implement improvements necessary to the welfare of the students and the College; and encourages effective student participation.

In keeping with these goals, the SGA welcomes students, faculty and members of the administration to all general session meetings. All matters to be discussed must be included on the agenda.

The Executive Board of the Student Government Association consists of four elected officers who carry out the policies and functions of the Student Government and conduct the business and activities of the SGA. In addition, the Executive Board is assisted by a leadership team composed of a chair and second chair for academics, campus concerns, community service, green, student spirit, and publicity committees.

2011-2012 SGA Executive Board

President - Erick Hueck

Vice President - Ashley O'Shea

Secretary - Rachael Watts

Treasurer - TBD

Representatives

To gain voting membership in SGA, a student must attend 3 meetings in a row. Committee positions are recommended by the SGA President in consultation with the SGA Executive Board and approved by the Dean of Student Services. The SGA is governed by the SGA Charter, Constitution and Bylaws, drafted in 1968, and revised in 1972, 1979, 1982, 1987, 1991, 1996, 2000, 2004 and 2006. A copy of the current Student Government Association Constitution and Bylaws may be obtained in the Office of Student Services or the Library.

Study Abroad

The Office of Study Abroad is in the Associate Dean's office located in Ponce Hall. Please stop by to explore options for international travel and study abroad.

Campus Facilities

Bookstore

The Flagler College Bookstore, located on the first floor of the Ringhaver Student Center, provides the complete selection of required textbooks for Flagler College students. The bookstore prides itself in having over half of its stock in textbooks available at used prices, which saves students twenty-five percent on the over-all cost of textbooks. Additionally, students have the option to rent their textbooks through the bookstore.

The Flagler College Bookstore offers exchanges or full refunds on all books returned within the drop-add period of each semester with the original receipt. The bookstore holds a buy-back at the end of each semester during finals week, offering students cash back for their textbooks. A receipt is not necessary during buy-back.

The Flagler College Bookstore accepts cash, personal checks, and all major credit cards, including Visa. For information on gift cards, please contact the store directly.

Gymnasium

The Flagler College Gymnasium is located on Granada Street and is open for student usage during hours that are posted at the front entrance. Weekend hours are also posted each semester at the front entrance. The gymnasium includes a regulation basketball court, volleyball court and extensive weight room area, which require an identification card for usage. Proper dress is required to use the facilities. The availability of the gymnasium is affected by intercollegiate contests and practice and intramural events.

Library

The Proctor Library is located on the corner of Sevilla Street and Valencia Street. Library hours during the fall and spring semesters are: Sunday: 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 midnight, Monday through Thursday: 7:30 a.m. - 12:00 midnight, Friday: 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., and Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. These hours will be extended during the final weeks of each semester. During the summer session, the library hours are: Sunday 1:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday 7:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. and Friday 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. The library is closed on Saturdays during the summer session.

A Flagler College I.D. card is required to check out books and other materials, including course reserves, in the library. The same I.D. is required for identification purposes in the library, and admission may be denied if this I.D. cannot be presented. This card is also used to activate the library’s entrance doors during the evening and weekend hours.

Professional library staffers are on duty during all library hours to assist with library use. In addition, reference librarians are available during prime hours to assist students with research and other library projects. These librarians are also ready to provide orientations to individuals and groups, simply upon request.

Borrowing Library Materials

Specific loan periods and fines/fees are outlined in the Proctor Library Circulation Policy. This policy is posted on the library’s section of the College’s Web site (http://www.flagler.edu/library/circulation.html).

Briefly, books from the library’s circulating collections can be checked out for three (3) weeks, and the audiovisuals can be checked out for seven (7) days unless another person is waiting for the item. All library material can be easily renewed in person, by e-mail (library@flagler.edu), by telephone, (904) 819-6206, or online using the "Renew your Books" link on the library's home page (http://www.flagler.edu/library). All library materials must be returned at the end of the semester or the borrower may be charged replacement costs for all materials not returned. Prospective Graduates are required to return all library material prior to their commencement rehearsal.

Interlibrary Loan (ILL)

If needed materials (books, articles, etc.) are found not to be available in the Proctor Library, the materials can often be acquired through interlibrary loan (ILL). Requests can be completed either on an ILL request form available at the circulation desk in the library or by using the library’s electronic ILL form link found on the library's home page or directly to the link http://www.flagler.edu/library/ill.html. Allow 5-10 days to receive the requested materials. When materials are received, email notices are sent to the requestor's College email account. Therefore, students should regularly check their College e-mail for the latest status of the requested items. Students must also recognize that other libraries are providing materials as a courtesy, and the materials should be returned by the due date specified. Students are responsible for any lost materials or assessed fees and fines. It should also be noted that borrowing access to audiovisual materials (video and audio) is limited.

Computers for Research

Computers for use in research, in accessing the Internet and in completing other projects are available in the computer lab areas on the first and third floors of the library. Also wireless access is now available on all three floors of the facility.

Photocopiers

Two coin/bill operated copiers are located on the first floor (north end) of the Library.

Cell Phone Use

All cell phones should be silenced inside the Library, and any cell phone conversations should only be held outside the Library.

Conduct in the Library

• Food and drink: Covered drinks, packaged snacks, or small items of food in containers are permitted but only in the library’s study areas. No food or drink is permitted at computer workstations or in the classrooms or labs.
• Tobacco use: The entire library, including the external entry and exit doorway area, is a smoke and tobacco free environment. Smoking, or use of any tobacco product, is prohibited.
• Noise and Behavior: Within the Proctor Library, areas are designated as follows:

• In addition to above, all library users are asked to help maintain a studious environment by observing common sense rules of library behavior.
  
• Cell Phones and Audible Electronic Devices: Cell phones should be set on vibrate (ringers turned off) and audible electronic devices (e.g., iPods, MP-3 players, etc.) silenced. In consideration of others, any necessary cell phone conversations should be conducted quietly and away from others who are studying.
• Appropriate clothing and footwear are required. Bathing suits are not considered proper attire.
• Distribution of literature, any solicitation for donations, and all commercial ventures are prohibited.
• Books and other library materials must always be properly “checked-out” of the library at the circulation desk. Everyone should double check for stray library materials (in backpacks, armloads of materials, etc.) before departing the library. Anyone found leaving the library with material that has not been properly “checked out” is subject to a disciplinary complaint to the Dean of Student Services.

A complete set of library policies is contained in the library’s web pages at www.flagler.edu/library/policies.html.

Ringhaver Student Center

The student center is located at the corner of Sevilla Street and King Street. Student center hours during the fall and spring semesters are: Monday through Thursday- 7 a.m. – 1 a.m., Friday- 7 a.m. – 3 a.m., Saturday- 10 a.m. – 3 a.m., and Sunday- 10 a.m. – 1 a.m. During the summer session, student center hours are: Monday through Friday- 7 a.m. – 11 p.m. and Saturday through Sunday- 10 a.m. – 11 p.m., or as posted. The student center may be used by Flagler students, faculty, staff, and invited guests only. The first floor of the student center contains a bistro with Internet Kiosks, a recreational lounge, a television lounge, a study lounge, an information desk, a bookstore, and the Gamache-Koger Theater. The second floor of the student center contains five classrooms, three group study rooms and the Virginia Room (a large multi-purpose room). The Office of Student Services is located at the north end of the second floor of the student center and contains the offices of the Dean of Student Services, the Associate Dean of Student Services, the Director of Intramurals, the Director of Ringhaver Student Center, and the Director of Student Activities. The Office of Career Services is located at the south end of the second floor of the student center and contains the office of the Director of Career Services and the Director of Advising and Retention. The south end of the second floor also contains the office of the Director of Sports Information, the office of the Director of Compliance for Athletics, the Student Government Association Office, and the Campus Activity Board Office.
Scheduling for the use of all rooms in this building, all publicity in the building (banners, posters, Event TV slides), and the checkout of any event equipment will be handled within the Office of Student Services by the Director of Ringhaver Student Center. All students who are hosting an event or meeting in the student center must complete a policy and procedure agreement. Class, meeting, and event times will be posted near the door of every classroom. Group study rooms are available on a first come, first served basis, unless there is a reservation for the room.

A Flagler College ID is required for identification purposes in the student center and admission may be denied if this ID cannot be presented. This card is also used to activate the student center’s front entrance doors.

Conduct in the student center

• Beverages (non-alcoholic) and food are permitted in the student center and care should be taken to avoid spills.
• All uses of tobacco products are prohibited inside the student center.
• Care is to be taken to prevent the damaging or defacing of furniture, equipment or spaces in the student center. Equipment in the recreation room is complimentary and should never leave the room.
• All areas of the student center are to be left in order after use, with trash placed in trash receptacles and furniture returned to proper positions.
• Soliciting for donations must be approved by the Office of Student Services. Services and all commercial ventures are prohibited.

Swimming Pool and Tennis Courts

The tennis courts are scheduled by the Director of the Tennis Center. These facilities may be used by Flagler students, faculty and staff, and invited guests only. Please adhere to posted regulations and schedules for utilization of these facilities. The swimming pool does not have lifeguards assigned. Swimmers do so at their own risk. The pool is open only during posted hours. No dangerous activities such as horseplay, running around the deck or games of dare will be allowed.

Vending Machines

Snacks and soft drinks are available from coin-operated machines available at various locations on campus. For problems with the machines, contact the Office of Business Services.