Student Handbook 2021-22 | Page 21

* Please note , when using email , confidentiality is limited so we ask that students limit their personal information to that which pertains to scheduling an appointment . Counseling Services will not use email to discuss private information .
Confidentiality Counseling Services records are confidential and separate from academic records . Wherever possible , a student ’ s right to privacy and confidentiality is upheld . Right to confidentiality is limited in certain circumstances : threat of harm to oneself ; threat of harm to another ; involves child abuse / neglect / endangerment ; and involves elderly neglect / abuse . Only in these situations may Counseling staff share information without your permission . Information will be shared only to the extent necessary to protect the individual ( s ) whose safety is at risk . The Counseling staff does operate as a team . Therefore , the Counseling staff may consult with other Counseling staff members as well as receive supervision on clinical treatment . The consultations are for professional and / or training purposes only . Consultation goal is to provide the best quality services for all who use Counseling Services .
Counseling Services : Location : Griffin Complex , 2nd floor window side hallway Hours : Monday - Friday 9 a . m . to 5 p . m ., August 1 – May 31 Summer Hours : Monday – Thursday 7:30 a . m . to 3:30 p . m ., June 1 – July 31 Services : Counseling 215-641-5571 or x 21571 Alcohol and Other Drug Education 215-646-7300 x 21395
Counseling Services Staff : Pamela Moore , MS , LPC ; Director of Counseling Services Email : moore . pamela @ gmercyu . edu Dan Jordan , MC , LPC , NCC ; Assistant Director of Counseling Services Email : jordan . d @ gmercyu . edu Jesse Kunwar , MA ; LPC , NBCC ; Counselor / AOD Coordinator Email : kunwar . j @ gmercyu . edu
Depending on the semester , there may also be a clinical graduate intern providing counseling services . Graduate interns are held to the same level of ethics and professionalism as professional counseling staff and have oversight by the Director of Counseling Services .
Diversity Equity and Inclusion The Office of Diversity , Equity and Inclusion leads and supports initiatives that promote Diversity , Equity and Inclusion ( DEI ) by developing and sustaining meaningful and collaborative relationships that result in a more diverse and inclusive community and centering the voices of our community to drive university-wide culturally sustaining initiatives and equitable opportunities .
The office ’ s efforts include but are not limited to :
• DEI student leadership trainings and opportunities
• Support of the Student Diversity Council ( comprised of the diverse student organizations )
• Collaboration with the Office of Student Engagement ’ s CORE programming initiative
• Main point of contact for DACA & Undocumented students
• Oversight of the Bias Response Team
Tatiana Diaz , Assistant Vice President for Diversity Equity and Inclusion Location : Assumption Hall , first floor Email : Diaz . t @ GMercyU . edu Phone : 215-646-7300 x21073 Webpage : www . gmercyu . edu / about-gmercyu / diversity-equity-inclusion

Financial Aid

Gwynedd Mercy University ’ s Financial Aid program is designed to provide eligible students with the financial assistance they need to participate fully in the educational , spiritual , cultural and social experiences available at the University . Students may be eligible for University and outside scholarships based on their previous academic performance and other factors . Students may also be eligible for need-based federal , state , university and private funding based on the results of their Free Application for Federal Student Aid ( FAFSA ). Students who encounter unexpected financial difficulties after aid is awarded or at any time during enrollment at the University are encouraged to discuss these matters with the Office of Financial Aid . Every effort is made to ensure that students with financial need who are making academic progress are awarded aid . To reach the Office of Financial Aid , you can call at ( 215 ) 646- 7300 ext . 21216 or email financialaid @ gmercyu . edu . 21