The Athletics and Wellness office is an integral part of Worcester
State College’s efforts to provide a high quality, affordable
education and supportive environment that promotes the total
development of our students. The staff provides students with
the opportunities to grow and learn through intercollegiate
varsity athletics, intramurals, and wellness programs. Participation
in these activities fosters physical, mental, leadership and
life skills development, while enhancing self-discipline and
sportsmanship qualities. In all of its programs, the Athletic
and Wellness office is cognizant of its responsibilities as
an educational support component of the College. As a Division
III member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association
(NCAA), the Massachusetts State College Athletic Conference
(MASCAC), the Eastern College Athletic Conference (ECAC),
and the Massachusetts Association for Intercollegiate Activities
for Women (MAIAW), the College offers baseball, basketball,
cheerleading, cross-country, field hockey, football, golf,
ice hockey, soccer, softball, tennis, track and field, volleyball
and women's lacrosse. Crew is offered at the club level. For
those students interested in competing on a less formal level,
the College offers an extensive intramural sports program.
The program includes touch football, coed football, basketball,
tennis, street hockey, softball, soccer, volleyball, and golf.
Any student who wishes to participate in intramural sports,
regardless of ability or past experience is urged to do so.
For the recreational athlete, the College also offers open
gym time as well as a modern, well-equipped fitness center.
Students may also find part-time employment through the intramural
director as supervisors and officials.
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Campus Ministry provides religious services, pastoral counseling
and a variety of programs aimed at the spiritual and psychological
development of the College Community.
Under the direction of a full-time Campus Minister, its staff
consists of a Catholic Priest, several Protestant Campus Ministers,
and the United Campus Ministry, which includes 20 available
clergy representing 13 denominations. The ministry is located
in the Campus Ministry House, behind Dowden Hall. The House
is open daily and provides a quiet place to study, watch television,
listen to the stereo, cook a meal, or just relax and meet
other people. Campus Ministry provides an interfaith approach
to ministry with programs and services open to all students
and the College Community at large.
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The Campus Police Department is responsible for the safety
and security of the Worcester State College Community: students,
faculty, staff, and guests. ecurity is provided 24 hours a
day throughout the calendar year by a full-time staff of 15
sworn officers and part-time dispatchers. Campus police officers
enforce the rules and regulations of the College and the General
Laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The Campus Police
Office is located in the lobby of Dowden Hall. The administrative
office of Campus Police is located in the lobby of the Sullivan
Auditorium.
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All required course materials for classes are available at
the WSC Bookstore located in the Student Center. This full-service
bookstore offers new and used textbooks, as well as school
supplies, specialty books, and a wide variety of gifts and
clothing imprinted with the WSC logo. Textbooks can be returned
for a full refund within 10 days of the start of classes and
must be accompanied by a receipt.
Textbooks can also be purchased on-line at efollet.com.
The fee for shipping is based on the dollar value of the order
and specific information is available on the efollet.com
website.
Bookstore hours are as follows:
Fall & Spring Semester Hours
8:30 a.m. — 5 p.m. Monday–Thursday
8:30 a.m. — 4 p.m. Friday
Closed Holidays
Extended hours for the first two weeks of each semester:
8 a.m. — 7 p.m. Monday–Thursdays
8:30 a.m. — 4 p.m. Friday & Saturday
Summer Semester Hours
9 a.m. — 4 p.m. Monday–Friday
Extended hours for the first two weeks of each session:
9 a.m. — 7 p.m. Monday–Thursday
9 a.m. — 4 p.m. Friday & Saturday
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Counseling Office
The Counseling Office assists students in coping with personal
issues which interfere with their academic and personal development
and sense of well-being. Individual counseling is available
to anyone seeking assistance. Specialized counseling is available
for individuals who have experienced sexual maltreatment at
any point in their life. Support groups (as needed) are also
available during the academic year. Workshops on a variety
of topics related to personal growth are offered each semester.
The staff of the Counseling Office is also available to assist
students with advising and other academic issues. The Office
provides services to undergraduate and graduate students and
to Worcester State College alumni, and is located on the third
floor of the Student Center. To make a Counseling Center appointment,
please call 508-929-8072.
Career Services
Planning ahead should be part of the educational and daily
routine of each student. Of particular concern, should be
an awareness of the world of work, the potential career options
that merit consideration, and the means necessary to reach
that goal. Assistance is available to help one define professional
interests and then link these to the appropriate educational
program. Seminars are offered each semester on subjects such
as the preparation of a resume and cover letter, how to handle
the interview for a position, and how to manage an effective
search for appropriate employment. The Resource Room contains
material on potential internships, listings of full time and
part time positions, graduate schools, as well as a wealth
of information in print or on computer for a variety of career
options. Our testing center handles the Strong-Campbell Interest
Inventory, Holland Self-Directed Search, CLEP, LSAT, and Miller
Analogy Test. Services are provided on a year-round basis
for undergraduates, graduate students and Worcester State
College alumni. Appointments are available to suit your schedule.
Disability Services Office (DSO)
In accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of
1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA),
the College is committed to providing equal opportunity to
its academically qualified students who are disabled. The
Disability Services Office (DSO) is the primary support system
on campus for students with disabilities. Services have been
established to ensure that the facilities, activities, and
programs at Worcester State College are accessible to all
students.
Current and comprehensive documentation is required from all
students who request services. Based on the documentation
and an intake interview with the DSO Coordinator, relevant
and reasonable accommodations are provided to students with
physical, learning, and neurological/emotional disabilities
according to the individual’s unique needs. It is the
responsibility of the student to request these accommodations
on a semester-to-semester basis. It is recommended that you
contact the DSO personnel to discuss any concerns you might
have regarding specific services. A visit to the campus is
also recommended. The DSO is located in the Student Center,
2nd floor. The Coordinator can be reached at (508) 929-8733.
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The Health Services Office is located in the Gymnasium Building
off the main foyer. During the academic year a full-time nurse
practitioner and a part-time physician staff the office. Office
hours are Monday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday 9
a.m. to 8 p.m.; Wednesday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and Friday 8 a.m.
to 4 p.m. During the summer months when the Health Services
Office is closed, emergencies are referred to Campus Police.
Services include acute and routine medical care, health screenings,
immunizations, allergy injections and specialty referral.
Treatment is completely confidential. Students’ health
history forms remain on file in this office, health insurance
brochures and claim forms are available.
Health Forms and Immunization
Each full-time undergraduate and graduate student, and all
full and part-time students in health science programs involving
patient contact (Nursing and Occupational Therapy) must present
evidence of immunization in order to register for classes.
Massachusetts law specifies the following immunizations: 1)
at least one dose of mumps and rubella vaccine(s) given at
or after 12 months of age; 2) two doses of live measles vaccine
given at least one month apart beginning at or after 12 months
of age; and 3) a booster dose of tetanus/diphtheria within
the last ten years. All full and part-time undergraduate and
graduate students in health sciences and freshmen must have
three doses of hepatitis B vaccine. All international students
must have proof of a negative mantoux test performed in the
USA. In the case of positive test results evidence of a negative
chest x-ray is required. Required immunizations and mantoux
testing are available at Student Health Services free of charge,
for accepted students. A copy of an immunization record from
a school in the Commonwealth indicating receipt of the required
immunizations may be presented; or in the case of measles,
mumps, or rubella, laboratory evidence of immunity. The law
provides for medical and/or religious exemptions. Provision
is also made to allow students to register on condition that
the required immunizations are obtained within ten days of
registration.
Students must submit the Worcester State College Report of
Medical History form, completed by a physician, in order to
register for classes.
Health Insurance
The Commonwealth of Massachusetts requires that students must
be covered by health insurance under their own policy or purchase
the Worcester State College health insurance plan. Health
insurance is required for undergraduate students if they register
for nine (9) or more semester hours of credit. Coverage for
graduate students is required if they register for seven (7)
or more semester hours of credit. At the time of fall and
spring registration, all students will be enrolled in and
charged for the Worcester State College Student Health Insurance
Program. Students who do not wish to participate in the College’s
plan must return the completed waiver request form that is
enclosed with their bill. They may also waive the insurance
on-line at www.universityhealthplans.com. Both the completed
waiver form and proof of insurance coverage should be returned
with payment of their bill to the Bursar’s Office. Students
who enroll only in summer session classes are not required
to participate.
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Worcester State College Dining Services is managed by Chartwells,
a Division of Compass Group North America. Chartwells is proud
to present to you the “Profiles in Good Taste” at
Worcester State College. It's an unforgettable dining experience;
passion and practicality; ingenuity and sensibility. Great
food and exciting environments combined with our pride of
service transform the ordinary into the unexpected.
Meal Plan Options
The 19 MEAL PLAN: Any 19 meals per week at the all-you-can-eat
Lancer Loft plus $50 in “flex” dollars, $1,150 per
semester. The 14 MEAL PLAN: Any 14 meals per week at the all-you-can-eat
Lancer Loft, plus $125 in “flex” dollars, $1,150
per semester. The 10 MEAL PLAN: Any 10 meals per week at the
all-you-can-eat Lancer Loft, plus $175 in “flex”
dollars, $1,150 per semester. One of the above meal plans
is mandatory for all Freshmen, Sophomore, and first-year resident
students. In addition, there are two Optional Board Plans.
The 7 MEAL PLAN: Any 7 meals per week at the all-you-can-eat
Lancer Loft plus $450 in “flex” dollars, $1,150
per semester. The 10 MEAL SUPER PLAN PLUS $300 in “flex”
dollars, $1,250 per semester. Additionally, the offering of
one of the three BLOCK PLANS would be mandatory for returning
students. Any 20 meals served per semester with $120 in “flex”
dollars, $260 per semester; any 40 meals per semester with
$120 in “flex” dollars, $380 per semester; any 75
meals per semester with $150 in “flex” dollars,
$625 per semester . “Flex” dollars can be used at
any dining service facility on campus. It's a Food Credit
Card — you never have to carry cash with you again for
food on campus.
Locations and Hours of Operation
The Food Court is located on the lower level of the Student
Center. The Coffee Shop is open Monday through Friday 7:45
a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The retail operations are open Monday through
Thursday 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Friday 8:30 a.m. to
4 p.m.
The Lancer Loft Café, an all-you-can-eat restaurant,
is open Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 10:15 a.m.
for breakfast. Lunch is served from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.;
and dinner from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday and Sunday Brunch
is served 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and dinner is 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Snow days the dining hall will be open from noon to 7 p.m.
Your guests, faculty, and staff can enjoy dining at the all-you-can-eat
Lancer Loft for the following prices: Breakfast $4.50; Lunch
or Brunch $6.25; and Dinner $7.50 per person only.
A validated Worcester State College I.D. Card must be presented
at all times to use the dining services. The I.D. Card can
only be used by the student who purchased the meal plan.
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The objective of the Office of Residence Life is to create
and maintain an environment that supports academic achievement
and stimulates personal, physical, intellectual, ethical,
and cultural growth of students. New students may choose to
live in one of two residential facilities on campus.
Chandler Village accommodates 475 students. It is a unique
living area with 63 apartments in 26 interconnected townhouses.
The different apartments accommodate four to 14 people, and
include common living and kitchen areas. Bedrooms in Chandler
Village vary in size from single to four-person occupancy.
All apartments are furnished with kitchen appliances, as well
as bedroom and common room furniture.
Dowden Hall, accommodating 213 students, is a traditional
residence hall overlooking the lower campus. Dowden Hall was
opened in 1991 and is a substance-free facility. It includes
single and double rooms with study and recreational lounges
on each floor. Dowden Hall is accessible to persons with disabilities
and entry to the residence facility is electronically controlled
through the use of magnetic pass keys.
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The Registrar’s Office provides general information of
interest to veterans and dependents of veterans enrolled at
the College. Spouses and dependents of 100% disabled or deceased
veterans wishing to inquire about possible veterans' benefits
should contact this office. Students who receive any form
of Financial Aid or Veterans Educational benefits should consult
with the respective office PRIOR to dropping or withdrawing
from a course. Reducing hour credit load may adversely affect
eligibility to receive Financial Aid, Veterans Educational
benefits. In addition, most private insurance companies require
that students be full-time (12 credits or more) to be eligible
for coverage.
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College Switchboard: 508-929-8000
Web Site: http:www.worcester.edu
(internet connection required)
Discipline/Location/Phone/Fax/Sponsoring Dept/Departmental
Website
Art Administration Building (A-311): 508-929-8145 | 508-929-8166
Visual Performing Arts: http://www.worcester.edu/visart
Biology Science & Tech Bldg (ST310): 508-929-8569 | 508-929-8148
Biology: http://www.worcester.edu/biology
Biotechnology Science & Tech Bldg (ST310): 508-929-8569
| 508-929-8148
Biology: http://www.worcester.edu/biology
Business Adm. Temple Emanuel (T52) 508-929-8091 | 508-929-8048
Business Administration & Economics: http://www.worcester.edu/business
Chemistry Science & Tech Bldg (ST410) 508-929-8583 | 508-929-8171
Chemistry: http://www.worcester.edu/chemistry
Comm Disorders Science & Tech Bldg (ST 115L): 508-929-8055
| 508-929-8175
Communication Disorders: http://www.worcester.edu/comdisor
Communications Learning Resources Center (L120D): 508-929-8829
| 508-929-8170
Computer Science: http://www.worcester.edu/computer
Computer Science & Tech Bldg (ST110): 508-929-8832 | 508-929-8156
Business Administration & Economics: http://www.worcester.edu/cs
Economics Temple Emanuel (T52): 508-929-8091 | 508-929-8048
Education: http://www.worcester.edu/business
Education Gym Building (G228): 508-929-8584 | 508-929-8164
Education: http://www.worcester.edu/educate
English Sullivan Building (S213) 508-929-8154 | 508-929-8174
Languages & Literature http://www.worcester.edu/english
French Sullivan Building (S213) 508-929-8154 | 508-929-8174
Languages & Literature http://www.worcester.edu/french
Geography Science & Tech Bldg (ST410) 508-929-8583 508-929-8171
Physical & Earth Sciences http://www.worcester.edu/health
Health Science & Tech Bldg (ST110Q) 508-929-8134 508-929-8176
Health Sciences http://www.worcester.edu/geog
History Administration Building (A400) 508-929-8162 508-929-8155
History & Political Science http://www.worcester.edu/history
Math Sullivan Academic Center (S106) 508-929-8520 508-929-8197
Mathematics http://www.worcester.edu/math
Music Administration Building (A311) 508-929-8145 508-929-8166
Natural Science Science & Tech Bldg (ST410) 508-929-8583
508-929-8171
Physical & Earth Sciences http://www.worcester.edu/natsci
Nursing Science & Tech Bldg (ST222) 508-929-8129 508-929-8168
Nursing http://www.worcester.edu/nursing
Occ. Therapy Science & Tech Bldg (ST210B) 508-929-8624
508-929-8178
Occupational Therapy
http://www.worcester.edu/ot
Philosophy Administration Building (A308) 508-929-8145 508-929-8166
Philosophy http://www.worcester.edu/philosophy
Physical Education Science & Tech Bldg (110Q) 508-929-8134
508-929-8176
Health Science http://www.worcester.edu/physed
Physics Science & Tech Bldg (ST410) 508-929-8583 508-929-8171
Physical & Earth Science http://www.worcester.edu/physics
Political Science Administration Building (A400) 508-929-8162
508-929-8155
History & Political Science http://www.worcester.edu/polsci
Psychology Administration Building (A106) 508-929-8159 508-929-8172
Psychology http://www.worcester.edu/psychology
Sociology Administration Building (A106) 508-929-8159 508-929-8172
Sociology http://www.worcester.edu/sociology
Spanish Sullivan Academic Center (S213) 508-929-8154 508-929-8174
Languages & Literature http://www.worcester.edu/spanish
Theatre Administration Building (A311) 508-929-8145 508-929-8166
Visual Performing Arts http://www.worcester.edu/theatre
Urban Studies Learning Resources Center (L332) 508-929-8940
508-929-8144
Urban Studies http://www.worcester.edu/urstud
Visual/Perform Arts Administration Building (A311) 508-929-8145
508-929-8166
Visual Performing Arts http://www.worcester.edu/vpa
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Tuition for undergraduate courses is currently $110 per semester
hour of credit. Tuition for graduate courses is currently
$150 per semester hour of credit. Tuition is payable at the
time of registration and may be made by bank check, money
order, personal check, or credit card (MasterCard or Visa);
cash will not be accepted.
Fees are charged and payable when and as applicable:
General Fee $ 65 — per credit
Transcript $ 2 — per copy
Rush Transcript $ 4 — per copy
Laboratory Instruction $ 60 — per course
Nursing Clinical $320 — per course
Field Work Supervision/Internships/
Teacher Education Practicum $ 15 — per credit hour
Tuition and fee charges are subject to change by the Board
of Trustees.
Course Cancellation/Processing of Tuition Refunds
Worcester State College reserves the right to cancel any course
for which there is insufficient enrollment. Students may transfer
to another course by completing appropriate forms in the Registrar’s
Office. Processing of tuition refunds takes two to four weeks.
Refunds are sent to the student at the address of record.
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Undergraduate degree seeking students enrolled in nine (9)
or more credits per semester, and graduate degree seeking
students enrolled in seven (7) or more credits per semester
are required by State regulation to carry individual health
insurance coverage. Students without such coverage will be
billed a health insurance premium (currently $752 per year)
for mandatory enrollment. Students who already have appropriate
coverage must complete a waiver of insurance at the time of
payment (before the first day of classes) in order to waive
the mandatory insurance premium. Any student not completing
a waiver will be billed for insurance. This charge may not
be adjusted, and is non-refundable after the add/drop period.
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September
2 Pre-College Conference
3 Classes begin: day, evening, graduate
9 Last day to add day courses (state-supported)
16 Last day to drop day courses(state-supported)
16 Last day to add/drop evening, graduate courses (non state-supported)
October
13 Columbus Day: No Classes
15 Last day to Declare or Change Major/Minor
16 Last day to make up Incomplete grades from Spring, Summer
2003
22 Failure warnings due in Registrar’s Office
28 Failure warnings issued to students
November
4 Last day to withdraw from courses/school
11 Veteran’s Day: No Classes
12 Last day to elect Pass/Fail option
10-24 Pre-registration for Spring 2004
26-29 Thanksgiving Recess
December
1 Classes Resume
10 All Classes End
11 Reading Day
12-19 Final Exams – Day Classes
19 Afternoon makeup available for exams postponed due to inclement
weather
22 Makeup day for exams postponed due to inclement weather
31 Semester ends
EXAMINATION SCHEDULE: FALL 2003
CLASS DAY AND TIME EXAMINATION DAY/DATE/TIME
MWF 8:30AM Friday December 12 8:30
MWF 9:30AM Monday December 15 8:30
MWF 10:30AM Wednesday December 17 8:30
MWF 11:30AM Friday December 12 12:30
MWF 12:30PM Monday December 15 12:30
MW 1:30PM Wednesday December 17 12:30
F 1:30PM Friday December 19 12:30
MW 3:00PM Friday December 19 8:30
TR 8:30AM Tuesday December 16 8:30
TR 10:00AM Thursday December 18 8:30
TR 11:30AM Tuesday December 16 12:30
TR 1:00PM Thursday December 18 12:30
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January
19 Martin Luther King Day: No Classes
20 Classes Begin: day, evening, graduate
26 Last day to add day courses (state-supported)
February
2 Last day to drop day courses (state-supported)
2 Last day to add/drop evening, graduate courses (non state-supported)
16 President’s Day: No Classes
March
5 Last day to make up Incomplete grades from Fall 2003
11 Last day to Declare or Change Major/Minor
12 Failure warnings due in Registrar’s Office
15-19 Spring Break
18 Failure warnings issued to students
25 Last day to withdraw from courses/school
April
8 Last day to elect Pass/Fail option
12-23 Pre-registration for Fall 2004
19 Patriot’s Day: No Classes
27-5/1 Student evaluation of faculty
May
5 All classes end
6 Reading Day
7-14 Final Exams – day classes
16 Commencement and end of the semester
EXAMINATION SCHEDULE: SPRING 2004
CLASS DAY AND TIME EXAMINATION DAY/DATE/TIME
MWF 8:30 AM Friday May 7 8:30
MWF 9:30 AM Monday May 10 8:30
MWF 10:30 AM Wednesday May 12 8:30
MWF 11:30 AM Friday May 7 12:30
MWF 12:30 PM Monday May 10 12:30
MW 1:30 PM Wednesday May 12 12:30
F 1:30 PM Friday May 14 12:30
MW 3:00 PM Friday May 14 8:30
TR 8:30 AM Tuesday May 11 8:30
TR 10:00 AM Thursday May 13 8:30
TR 11:30 AM Tuesday May 11 12:30
TR 1:00 PM Thursday May 13 12:30
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