The departments within the Student Life Division provide the student with opportunities to participate in and benefit from a variety of experiences with fellow students, faculty, and administrators. Through these departments there are also ample opportunities for the student to initiate new programs, to implement change, and to participate, on many levels, in the process of University governance.

Alcoholic Beverages
The University policy on alcoholic beverages and drinking is based on the Pennsylvania Liquor Code. Student responsibility is emphasized and the consumption of alcoholic beverages is restricted to students 21 years of age and older. Consumption of alcohol is to be restricted to low-risk quantities and frequency. Alcohol-related behaviors which negatively affect self or others are unacceptable and students will be held accountable for their behavior. University rules and procedures concerning times and locations for alcohol use are to be respected. Such consumption is further limited as to manner and place by University rules and procedures. More specific information on these rules and procedures may be found in the Residence Life Guidebook found on the Web at http://www.residencelife.duq.edu, in the Duquesne Union Alcohol Guidelines, and the University’s Statement for Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act, pages 150-155 of this Handbook.

Athletics
Duquesne University’s intercollegiate athletic teams compete at the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division I level within the Atlantic 10 Conference. Duquesne University Athletics adhere to the rules and regulations governing student-athlete eligibility established by these two institutions.

Duquesne University offers the following sports programs: For male athletes–baseball, basketball, cross-country, outdoor track and field, football (Division I-AA), golf, swimming, soccer, tennis, and wrestling. For female athletes–basketball, rowing, cross-country, lacrosse, soccer, swimming, tennis, indoor and outdoor track and field, and volleyball.

Along with Duquesne, the Atlantic 10 Conference is comprised of 13 additional member institutions: University of Dayton, Fordham University, George Washington University, LaSalle University, University of Massachusetts, University of Richmond, University of Rhode Island, St. Bonaventure University, St. Joseph’s (PA) University, Temple University, Xavier University, St. Louis University, UNC-Charlotte. The Atlantic 10 Conference sponsors the following championships: men’s and women’s cross country, men’s and women’s soccer, field hockey, women’s volleyball, men’s and women’s swimming and diving, men’s and women’s indoor and outdoor track and field, men’s and women’s basketball, men’s and women’s tennis, men’s golf, women’s rowing, women’s lacrosse, softball and baseball.

Duquesne University’s football team is currently a member of the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC) football league with Iona College, LaSalle University, Marist College, St. Peter’s College and Siena College. In 2008 Duquesne Football will join the Northeast Conference with Central Connecticut State, Monmouth, Robert Morris, Sacred Heart, Saint Francis (PA), Wagner and Albany.

Non-varsity athletic competition is also offered on the club level for men’s teams in rowing, ice hockey, and indoor and track and field. Club teams compete against opponents mostly from local non-varsity college squads. Prospective student-athletes for any of the University’s teams may obtain information from the Department of Athletics, located in the A.J. Palumbo Center on the Duquesne campus or by visiting our Web site at http://www.goduquesne.com. Beginning in 2008, athletic scholarships will be offered in Football in accordance with NEC guidelines.

Intramural and Recreation Department
Throughout the academic year, the intramural and recreation department offers a wide range of events for all students.

Events begin in September with intramural flag football, which is played on the McCloskey field, located beside the Palumbo Center. Also in the fall, racquetball, outdoor soccer, street hockey and volleyball are offered among other intramural activities, including special events for freshmen. In the area of recreation, aerobics, circuit training, racquetball and weight lifting are available.

The second semester activities include basketball, street hockey, volleyball, softball and soccer competition. All recreational activities (aerobics, racquetball, etc.) are offered throughout the year. Freshman development intramural events are offered on weekends throughout the year as well.

The Intramural and Recreation Department is located in the A.J. Palumbo Center (telephone numbers 412-396-5050/6569). The A.J. Palumbo Center has, for student use a weight room, a fully equipped fitness room, a two full-court gymnasium, a four-lane air surface outdoor track and an astroturf intramural field. The facilities are available to all Duquesne University students with a valid DU Card. During the academic year, the hours are Monday to Thursday 10:00 a.m. to 10:45 p.m.; Friday and Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 7:45 p.m.; and Sunday 1:00 p.m. to 10:45 p.m. The weight room closes 15 minutes prior to when the building closes.

All leagues are offered to both men and women. Co-ed events are also offered. Please contact the intramural and recreation department with any questions concerning activities. Specific events will be announced on posters on campus (Living Learning Centers, classroom buildings and the A.J. Palumbo Center). Effective January 2008, the Office of Intramurals will be based in the new Recreation Center on Forbes Avenue

Commuter Affairs
Whether living with relatives or commuting from an apartment, commuters may take advantage of valuable services and programs offered by the Office of Commuter Affairs. Commuter students with questions, or concerns should contact Commuter Affairs. Assistance is available in many areas including:

Parking and Transportation: The Office of Commuter Affairs can assist students with University parking information and in forming carpools. PAT bus schedules are available on display racks outside of this office. Bus passes are sold in the Information Center of the Union.

Off-Campus Housing: Up-to-date listings are maintained for rooms, apartments, houses and “roommate needed” situations.  It is a university requirement that all freshman and sophomore students reside on campus unless they are living at home with their parents or a family member (see University Residency Policy).

Commuter Message Center: If someone needs to get a non-emergency message to a student on campus, they may call 412-396-6660 during office hours. The message is posted outside the office for the student to pick up.   This service is most appropriate for adult learners or commuters who spend a great deal of time in the Commuter Center.

Commuter Assistant Program: This program is a support network of upper class students who serve as advisors and provide resources for new undergraduate commuters. Commuter Assistants plan activities, provide information and supply encouragement. Students should be contacted by their C.A. prior to entering their first semester. Commuter assistants are hired in the spring for the next school year.

Commuter Meal Plan: Commuters may sign up for meal plans at the various dining facilities on campus. There are several different options available. Contact Food Service at 412-396-6612 for additional details.

Other services include:  Commuter Newsletter, distribution of Student Directory and Student Handbook to commuter students, special programs and events for commuters and their families, and a Writing Center satellite location.  

The Office is located in Room 117 of the Duquesne Union and is open throughout the year to serve students. Additional evening and weekend hours are available by appointment. For further information call 412-396-6660.

The Commuter Center
The Commuter Center is located on the first floor of the Duquesne Union. The Center provides a great deal of space and several services for Duquesne’s commuting population. The Commuter Center includes a very large lounge area equipped with comfortable furniture, television, refrigerator and microwave oven. Other features of the Commuter Center include several offices, a quiet study room and a fully staffed computer facility. The hours of the Commuter Center coincide with those of the Duquesne Union.

University Residency Policy
Freshmen and sophomores attending Duquesne University of the Holy Spirit are required to live on campus or with their parents or guardians. Those who have not yet achieved junior status or who have not completed the equivalent of four full semesters of academic work are required to reside in University housing.

Exceptions to the campus residency policy may be granted to students under certain conditions. The eight conditions that can exempt are:

• Completion of four semesters of full time academic work;
• Residing with parents or legal guardians;
• Enrollment as a part-time student;
• Students who are married;
• Students with one or more dependent children in their custody;
• Students who are military veterans who completed at least two years of full-time, active military service;
• Students over the age of 21;
• Students with physical or psychological circumstances such that the University cannot provide appropriate housing.

The Campus Residency Waiver Form must be completed and approved by the Director of Residence Life for any student who is requesting exemption from this policy. This form is available in the Office of Residence Life, Assumption Hall. In order to be considered, the waiver request must be submitted to the Office of Residence Life with a completed Campus Residency Waiver Notarization Form.

Office of Multicultural Affairs
The mission of the Office of Multicultural Affairs (OMA), as educators within the Division of Student Life, is to facilitate the holistic development of a diverse student population by providing a network of support services and co-curricular learning opportunities. We are further committed to meeting the needs of historically underserved and underrepresented students.

Department Goals:

1. To create an inclusive campus community that enhances the educational experience for all students. 
2. To increase the curricular and co-curricular success of multicultural students. 
3. To educate the campus community about diversity and social justice issues. 
4. To develop the leadership skills necessary to effectively function in a pluralistic society.
5. To increase the amount of financial resources available for multicultural initiatives and student scholarships. 
6. To engage in research and assessment practices that provides data pertaining to multicultural students, their experiences, and the campus climate.

Highlighted Programs, Activities, and Services Include:

• OMA Pre-Orientation Program
• Academic Support & Guidance
• Diversity Dialogue Series
• Customized Seminars & Workshops
• Civic Engagement Opportunities 
• Multicultural Book Club
• Unity Banquet & Scholarship Benefit
• Peer & Professional Mentoring Program
• Cultural Enrichment Programming
• Leadership Development Opportunities
• Advocacy & Support

Office of Freshman Development and Special Student Services
The Office of Freshman Development and Special Student Services provides the following services to students at the University.

Freshmen: The Office of Freshman Development and Special Student Services serves to implement and direct programs which integrate and enhance the academic, co curricular, and social dimensions of the first year at Duquesne University. To accomplish this, the Office is responsible for new student orientation; new student Mentor, and Duquesne University Brother/Sister programs; Freshman Parent Weekend; Freshman Class Advisory Committee; assisting freshmen to procure tutoring; freshman grade monitoring; and freshman programs in cooperation with commuter affairs, intramural sports, and residence life.

Special Student Services for Students with Disabilities: The Office of Freshman Development and Special Student Services also provides services to all university students with documented disabilities that are considered to be permanent and life- altering. Services such as early pre-registration, classroom relocation, specialized testing accommodations (extended time testing, seclusion testing and oral testing, etc.), note-taking and other accommodations can be arranged through the office on an individual basis providing the student has documentation on his/her disability. The office works with the students on communicating their needs to faculty members and the University community, and assists students in connecting with campus resources.
Please contact the Office of Freshman Development and Special Student Services in Room 309 of the Duquesne Union or call 412-396-6657 or 412-396-6658 for any additional information. The office’s Web site: http://www.fdss.duq.edu provides helpful information.

Office of Special Student Services Policies and Procedures

• A student must have an intake interview and provide proper documentation regarding his/her disability in order for a student to be registered in the Office of Special Student Services. This disability must be considered to be permanent and life-altering.

A. Proper documentation for a physical disability is considered to be a letter from a medical doctor describing the disability, and if possible, including recommendations for “reasonable accommodations.”

B. Upon receipt of this documentation, the Office of Special Student Services will notify the necessary departments of the need to assist students who are physically challenged with “reasonable accommodations.”

C. Proper documentation for a learning disability is considered to be a complete psychological evaluation performed by a registered psychologist within the last three years, unless an exception is made by the Director of Special Student Services in consultation with the University Counseling Center.

D. This psychological evaluation must include recommendations for “reasonable accommodations.” In cases where evaluations may not include recommendations for “reasonable accommodations,” the Office of Special Student Services will request recommendations for these accommodations from the person who did the evaluation.

• If the documentation provided by the student is determined not to be adequate, after consultation with the University Counseling Center, the student will be notified in writing concerning this finding. The student should request an interview with the Director of the Office of Special Student Services to assist the student in acquiring proper documentation.
• Duquesne University does not provide psychological evaluations for either learning disabilities and/or Attention Deficit Disorder, but will recommend outside agencies to students, upon request.
• The Office of Special Student Services will contact the student in writing, when “reasonable accommodations” are approved, and the student will be requested to have an interview with the Director to discuss further action to be taken.
• The student must specifically request in writing to have faculty notified about a request for “reasonable accommodations” and sign a waiver form permitting the Office of Special Student Services to communicate this information to proper University personnel.
• It is the student’s responsibility to provide the Office of Special Student Services with a schedule of classes for each semester, including the names of the faculty the student wishes to be notified. Before a memo is sent to a faculty member, the student must approve the memo, in order to avoid any misunderstanding.
• Upon approval, the Office of Special Student Services will then send the memo to the faculty member, with a copy to the Department Chairperson, Dean, and the student’s Comprehensive Student Advisor.
• The student, in order to encourage proper communication, must meet with each faculty member individually at the beginning of each semester and inform the faculty member of his/her request for “reasonable accommodations” after the memo is sent.
• The student is also responsible for notifying the Office of Special Student Services if there is any difficulty with these accommodations being met, or if any further assistance is needed by the Office of Special Student Services.
• The Office believes that the student is his/her own best advocate. Therefore, it is most important that the student communicate constantly with his/her faculty concerning any request for “reasonable accommodations” as well as with the Office of Special Student Services.
• As indicated previously, copies of memos sent to faculty on a particular student requesting “reasonable accommodations” will also be sent to the student’s Comprehensive Student Advisor, and the student should constantly communicate his/her needs and progress with the respective advisor, who can also provide assistance to the student in this regard.
• Prior to pre-registration, every undergraduate student registered in the Office of Special Student Services, is notified regarding the Early Pre-Registration period and the dates for Early Pre-Registration offered to the student. Each student should meet with the Director or Graduate Assistant of the Office of Special Student Services after scheduling with their Comprehensive Student Advisor in order to update the Office on his/her progress, and request a memo be sent to the faculty for the upcoming semester, if the student desires. This request must also be in writing.
• The Office of Special Student Services serves in an advocacy capacity for “reasonable accommodations” for students with disabilities. It is not in a position to enforce its requests to faculty for these accommodations, but will assist them in providing these accommodations, if possible. If a student believes that his/her requests for “reasonable accommodations” are not being met adequately, he/she must inform the Office of Special Student Services in order for the Office to contact the faculty member and offer its assistance, if possible. The student has the right to appeal to the Affirmative Action Officer, Dr. Judith Griggs, Ground Floor Administration Building, University Extension 412-396-6661, if the student believes that adequate assistance is not forthcoming after this intercession. The student must inform the Office of Special Student Services about this appeal.
• Faculty members also have a right to appeal requests for “reasonable accommodations” to the Affirmative Action Officer if they believe that a request is not “reasonable.” The Office of Special Student Services should also be informed of this appeal.

Reduced Course Load Policy for Students with Disabilities
“Duquesne University serves God by serving students—through commitment to excellence in liberal and professional education, through profound concern for moral and spiritual values, through the maintenance of an ecumenical atmosphere open to diversity and through service to the Church, the community, the nation and the world.” [Mission Statement]

As a consequence of the Mission, Duquesne University will work with each individual student to allow them to attain their full potential.

Section 504 of the Federal Rehabilitation Act of 1973 requires Duquesne University to make every effort to integrate students with disabilities into all programs and courses. The university is not required to alter basic academic requirements or to lower its standards; however, the university is required to reasonably accommodate students with disabilities.

Students who have self-identified, provided documentation of disability and request reasonable accommodations are entitled to receive approved modifications of programs and other appropriate assistance. Modifications granted on a case-by-case basis might include adaptation to the manner in which specific courses are conducted, changes in the length of time permitted for degree requirements and substitution of specific courses.

In order to request the academic accommodation of a reduced course load, students must meet the following criteria:

• The student will provide the Office of Special Student Services (OSSS) with documentation of a disability that prevents the student from participating in the standard number of credit hours required to maintain full-time status. The evaluations must be no more than three years old and in order to verify the validity of the request, they may be examined by professionals from the university community including the University Counseling Center, University Health Services and the Learning Disabilities Team.
• The student must present the OSSS with pertinent academic history demonstrating the need for a reduced course load. This information should include transcripts from Duquesne University and other previous academic institutions. In cases where the academic impact of the disability is not clearly determined, students may be required to attempt a full course load with classroom accommodations.

Students with disabilities who receive reduced course load accommodations will not be penalized by the part-time status in policy areas under Duquesne University control. However, other services such as Federal and State Financial Aid, scholarships/aid not sponsored by Duquesne University, personal insurance, etc. may be affected by the reduction in the number of credit hours per semester. Requests for reduced course load eligibility must be presented and reviewed at the onset of each semester. A reduced course load is defined as less than 12 hours for undergraduate students and below nine hours for graduate students. Classroom accommodation and academic support services to lessen the impact of the disability are always preferable to a course load reduction.

University Judicial System
The University Judicial System is administered by the Executive Vice President for Student Life through the Director of Judicial Affairs and Resident Directors of the Living Learning Centers. When a student is charged with violating a policy or procedure, the Director of Judicial Affairs and/or the Resident Directors of the Living Learning Centers, in a confidential hearing, listens to all parties and renders a decision based on the evidence presented. If the student is found in violation, a sanction will be determined by the Director of Judicial Affairs or the Resident Director. Legal technicalities are minimized and emphasis is placed on the rights and responsibilities that exist between the individual student and the University.

An accused student may request or the University may choose that the University Judicial Board be convened to hear a case. The Board serves to protect the rights and freedoms of all students while acting as a check to insure that these same rights and freedoms are not misused within the context of a student’s responsibilities to the University. The Board is chaired by the Director of Judicial Affairs and is comprised of administrators, faculty, and students.

Students’ rights and responsibilities, and the University judicial policy are outlined in the Duquesne University Code of Student Rights, Responsibilities, and Conduct Each student should become familiar with this document.

Office of Student Activities - Duquesne Union
The Office of Student Activities coordinates the programs, services and facilities of the Duquesne Union, as well as the services and programs for all recognized student organizations of the University. The staff consists of the Assistant Vice President for Student Life, the Assistant Director of Student Activities for Facilities Management, the Assistant Director of Student Activities for Programming, the Duquesne University Volunteers Coordinator, the Evening Supervisor and support staff.
Collectively, the staff provides services and amenities required to meet the daily needs of campus life, provides advice and assistance in all phases of campus programming, maintains an updated list of recognized student organizations, coordinates and maintains statistics on all volunteer activities, and produces and presents a balanced series of cultural, educational, social, and recreational programs in support of the Mission and Goals of the University. The staff extends services to all students and student organizations, faculty, staff and alumni, and works closely with the Duquesne Program Council (DPC) and the Duquesne University Volunteers (DUV).

The NiteSpot
The NiteSpot is a recreational area located on the first floor of the Duquesne Union and is equipped with billiard tables, ping-pong tables, foosball, air hockey, and electronic dart games along with the popular Skee-Ball and Basketball machines. It has computers for Internet browsing, along with a high definition big-screen television, and video game equipment available for student use. There are also comfortable sofas and chairs for lounging.

This popular facility also offers a variety of programs Tuesday through Saturday night along with free snacks, cappuccino, and soft drinks. Special late night programs are offered Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays beginning at 10:00 p.m. The NiteSpot is a popular lounging and recreational area for students as well as a lively late-night place to relax with friends until 2:00 a.m. Thursday through Saturday.

Information Center
The Information Center, located on the third floor Union concourse, provides a central point on campus for dispensing and obtaining information. Included among the numerous services provided by the Information Center are: student organization mailboxes; interoffice and U.S. mailboxes; lost and found; student organization office keys; weekly and monthly bus passes as well as PAT ticket books; poster design services for student organizations and campus offices; fax service; event ticket sales; and general information. The Information Center opens at 8:30 a.m. Monday through Friday and 10:00 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday. It closes daily at 11:30 p.m.

Room Reservations for Activities and Events
Room reservations for all non-academic activities are done through the Room Reservations Office located in Room 305 of the Union. The only exceptions are the athletic facilities, which are scheduled by the Athletic Department, and the residence facilities, which are scheduled by the Office of Residence Life.

All registered student organizations and Duquesne University departments and employees must make arrangements to reserve facilities on campus through the Room Reservations Office for University-related functions. Information regarding specific procedures for reserving facilities is available in the Room Reservations Office.
Facilities that are available for non-instructional activities include all Duquesne Union facilities. Classroom and lecture facilities may be utilized when available. Failure to comply with reservations regulations may result in the loss of reservations privileges.

Regulations
Duquesne students, faculty, and staff may schedule internal University events through the Room Reservations Office. Any event which is not intended solely for the University community must be scheduled through University Events Office or the Conference Coordinator. The following regulations should be followed in scheduling activities:

• The individuals scheduling facilities and the organizations that they represent assume all responsibility for knowing and adhering to all University regulations, as well as the Code of Student Rights, Responsibilities, and Conduct for those attending the event and any resulting losses, damages, or unusual expenses. Failure to comply may result in loss of privileges.
• Return of approved copy of a Facility Request Form indicates confirmation of suitable facilities. Alternate facilities may be assigned should scheduling conditions warrant such action.
• All furnishing set-ups must be completed by the University’s Facilities Management staff.
• Tables, chairs, and other equipment may not be removed from the facility.
• No candles, incense, torches, or other incendiary devices may be used in University facilities.
• Only authorized personnel may remain in University facilities after official closing times.
• All food must be provided by the University food service.
• Additional charges, such as overtime for set-up or cleaning, up until the event date.
• Alcohol may not be served at student events.
• At events in the Duquesne Union sponsored by University departments, faculty, or staff, alcohol may be served if the following conditions are met:
  — Only those 21 years of age or older may be served alcohol. — The sponsoring faculty or staff member must insure that photo I.D. is checked for age.
  — The sponsoring faculty or staff member must be present for the entire event to insure that photo I.D. is checked.
  — The sponsoring faculty or staff member must submit, at least one week prior to he event, a signed copy of the Duquesne Union Alcohol Guidelines to the Office of Student Activities.
• Unauthorized animals are not allowed in any University building. (See Code of Student Rights, Responsibilities, and Conduct.)

Cancellations
To allow facilities to be utilized to the greatest extent and to provide service to as many student organizations as possible, cancellations must be reported immediately to the Union Room Reservations Office.

Food Service
All food must be provided by the University Food Service, unless prior written permission to bring food on campus is received from the Director of Food Service.

The catering manager is helpful in planning and providing any type of food service desired; additional information is available through that office in Room 318 of the Union.

Food service arrangements cannot be made until reservations have been confirmed by the Union Room Reservations Office.

Admission Charges
Because Duquesne University is a tax-exempt corporation, its facilities may not be used for strictly commercial programs or personal gain. University groups having a University budget may charge admission or request donations for a function, but revenue collected from such admission charges must revert directly to University accounts.

Admission charges or donations may also be occasionally appropriate to cover expenses of university groups without a budget. For programs involving admission fees, sponsors are responsible for paying all applicable amusement taxes.

University Counseling Center Services
The University Counseling Center provides students with the opportunity to explore their concerns. Adjusting to college life, anxiety, relationships, depression, eating disorders, loneliness, and drug and alcohol issues are a few of the many topics that students discuss CONFIDENTIALLY with their counselor.

The goals of counseling are to help students to: increase their self-understanding; discover alternative ways of thinking and acting; make changes they choose to make; and learn to manage their lives more effectively. In short, the Counseling Center helps students to explore, define, and accomplish their personal, academic, spiritual, and career goals. There is no charge for personal counseling.

Issues requiring long-term or intensive psychotherapy will be referred to more appropriate mental health facilities. If a student’s psychological condition suggests harm to self or others, then a psychiatric evaluation and parental notification might be required.

Psychological emergencies may require students to follow prescribed procedures in order to gain re-admission to the University or to continue enrollment. Continued enrollment is contingent upon staying in compliance with treatment recommendations as well as other University policies. In some cases a leave of absence may be the best course of action.

Career counseling is available to help students in the process of choosing a college major and a career. Interest inventories and aptitude measures are used to help students focus on general and specific areas for further investigation and exploration. A nominal fee is charged to cover the cost of testing materials.

All students currently enrolled at the University are eligible for the Counseling Center services, which may include counseling and/or appropriate referral.

Information and applications related to national examinations e.g., CLEP, GMAT, GRE, LSAT, MAT, MCAT, PRAXIS, etc. are available. To make an appointment at the Counseling Center please call 412-396-6204 or stop in the office at 308 Administration Building.

Psychological Emergencies
The University Counseling Center provides on-call emergency consultations 24- hours a day, 365 days a year. If a psychological crisis occurs, emergency consultation is available through the Public Safety Department at 412-396-4747.

Psychological emergencies that suggest imminent harm to self or others will require a psychiatric examination. In some cases hospitalization is the most helpful alternative and sometimes a medical leave is most helpful. Re-admission after hospitalization or leave necessitates following prescribed procedures and compliance with treatment recommendations.

Other Counseling and Informational Services
College students are confronted with many new challenges, which sometimes result in uncertainty, pressure and conflict. Professional assistance can be most helpful, especially when one feels challenged. There are a variety of resources available.

Specialized counseling is available at Campus Ministry, the Career Services Office, the University Counseling Center, the Financial Aid Office and the Learning Skills Office. Other counseling and referral services are available through the student’s advisor, the Psychology Training Clinic, and through the Residence Life staff. If you need help in selecting the most appropriate resources for your particular needs, the University Counseling Center (in Room 308 of the Administration Building) will be glad to assist you. Call the center at 412-396-6204.

Health Service
Pre-Matriculation Immunization Policy
The Duquesne University Health Service requires all incoming students (freshmen, transfers and fellows) to provide adequate documentation of immunizations. Students in non-compliance will not be registered for class.

An immunization form is included in the student’s admission packet and must be completed prior to registration for class.

Medical/Nursing Services
The Health Service provides for the evaluation and treatment of illness and injury.

— Allergy injections are given when ordered by a physician. Students must provide serum and instructions, and there is a nominal fee.
— First aid supplies and crutches are provided when indicated.
— Health counseling and referrals to medical, social and welfare agencies are provided as needed.
— Routine screening physicals are provided for driver’s license, teacher certification, premarital, pre-employment and schools of nursing, health sciences, and pharmacy for a nominal fee.
— Routine gynecological care, including the PAP smear, is available.

Health Education
The Health Service provides numerous quality health education programs for the University community. These programs promote good health, safety and the early detection of illness, thereby preventing consequences of disease, injury and accidents. The staff develops programs dealing with any aspect of health education for campus groups or organizations as requested, and literature on current health topics is available.

Staff
The medical/nursing professional staff consists of all registered nurses, nurse practitioners and Board Certified physicians. University physicians are affiliated with The Mercy Hospital of Pittsburgh and The University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh. In emergency situations, you will be transported and/or referred to the emergency room at Mercy Hospital. At that time, Health Service physicians are consulted regarding your treatment and further recommended care.

In-Hospital Care/Emergencies
— University physicians are attending staff physicians at the Mercy Hospital of Pittsburgh. In emergency situations, students are transported and/or referred to the Emergency Rooms at Mercy Hospital. At that time, University physicians are consulted regarding the student’s treatment and disposition.

— It is strongly recommended that each student carry some form of health insurance. The University provides a Student Health Insurance Plan designed to meet the needs of students and it is priced lower than individual health insurance policies. Inquiries about health insurance should be directed to the Insurance Office at 412-396-6677.

Hours
The Health Service operates on an appointment basis, except for emergencies. You will speak to a registered nurse who will evaluate your condition and make an appointment as soon as possible with a medical practitioner. If you cannot keep your appointment, please let us know so another student may be scheduled. The last appointment will be made one hour before closing. Please be aware that waiting times vary by the time of day, time of year and reason for visit. We make every effort to see all students promptly.

After-Hours Care:
Students may obtain after-hours care by paging the UPMC Adolescent Medicine Physician on-call at Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh 412-692-5325.

Transportation of Students to Medical Facilities
Students requiring emergency care are transported ONLY to The Mercy Hospital of Pittsburgh (across the street from campus).
Please call 412-396-1650 for an appointment.

Location
The Health Service is located on the second floor, Towers Living/Learning Center, 412-396-1650 <www.healthservice.duq.edu>.

Eligibility
Primary heath care is provided to all full-time resident students and commuting students. Emergency for work-related injuries is provided for faculty and staff. First-aid care is extended to visitors.

Confidentiality
All medical records are confidential and will not be released without the student’s written permission.
Payment for treatment or diagnostic procedures by non-University physicians, clinics or hospitals are the responsibility of the students and/or their families or their medical insurance. This also includes laboratory work performed by Mercy Hospital Lab in the Health Service and gynecological laboratory services, such as Pap Smears.

Political Activities
Duquesne University is a place where a diversity of political views can be freely held and expressed. To safeguard its tax-exempt status however, the University has set a policy and procedures for those of the University community wishing to exercise their citizen’s right to participate in political activities on or off campus as individuals or groups. Consult the Office of Student Activities, in Room 305 of the Duquesne Union for guidance and adherence to the established policy and procedure.

Duquesne University Child Development Center
The YMCA manages the University Child Development Center located in Saint Martin Hall. This daycare facility is available to students, faculty and staff at appropriate rates.