Student Handbook 2022-23 | Page 18

Technology The IT department operates the Student Help Desk on the first floor of University Hall . The hours of operation are Monday – Thursday 8am – 6pm and Friday from 8am – 4pm . Students have access to IT staff to answer questions and to help resolve technical issues . More details are available at IT Student Technical Support

Tennis Courts , Basketball Courts and Turf Field All members of the University may use the outdoor recreational facilities . Upon request , users must present a valid University ID .

Transportation : GMercyU Express

The University provides a transit connector , The GMercyU Express , between the campus and the Gwynedd Valley train station . For further information please call ext . 21255 . Due to COVID-19 , masking and social distancing requirements may be implemented throughout the semester when using the GMercyU Express .

Vending Machines

Vending machines are located in St . Bernard Hall , Fatima Hall , Frances M . Maguire Hall , Keiss Library and Learning Commons , the Residence Hall Complex , and the Griffin Complex .

Weight Room / Cardio Room / Aerobics Room

The Weight Room and Cardio Room are located in the lower level of The Griffin Complex . The Aerobics Room is located on the second level of the Griffin Complex . The rooms are equipped with various types of exercise equipment . All members of the University community may use this facility with a valid ID card . Hours of operation are posted outside each room . For further information contact ext . 21251 .

STUDENT LIFE

The Office of Student Services and Campus Life Statement of Purpose We foster opportunities that prepare , challenge , and empower students to lead purposeful lives .

Vision Statement We will be a leader in providing Mercy-based and transformative student-centered experiences .

Core Values ( C . A . R . E .) Commitment to diversity and inclusion Advocacy for student success Responsiveness to student needs Excellence in our work

Students may contact the Office of Student Services and Campus Life to raise concerns about matters that are unresolved after previous attempts to do so . The Vice President for Student Services and Dean of Students will ensure that concerns are dealt with in a just and fair manner .

Staff and location : Staff : Josh Stern , Vice President for Student Services and Dean of Students

215-641-5566 Location : Student Services Office

2nd Floor , Griffin Complex

Athletics

Mission Statement Gwynedd Mercy University Athletics provides student-athletes with a robust experience for academic and competitive excellence leading to successful careers and meaningful lives . Rooted in our university values , our distinctive Mercy student-athletes are holistically formed in leadership , integrity , competition , and service in a diverse community .

Vision Statement Gwynedd Mercy University Athletics will offer a first-choice NCAA Division 3 athletic experience to student athletes . The Athletics Department will recruit and retain diverse student athletes , coaches , and staff , who are successful and ethical both on and off the field . GMercyU Athletics will foster a fan environment that is engaging to our students , alumni , and the greater community .

Gwynedd Mercy University demands the athletic department functions with integrity , social responsibility , ethical standards and strict adherence to the guidelines set forth by the NCAA , ECAC and AEC . Gwynedd Mercy University currently sponsors 19 intercollegiate athletic programs that compete at the NCAA Division III Level .

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