International Student Liaison Support for international students and scholars :
• Visa and immigration advising for visiting scholars , and students on F-1 visas
• Work authorization , driver ’ s licenses , social security numbers
• Orientation and cultural adjustment
Support for study abroad :
• Options for semester-long and summer term study abroad all over the world
• Pre-departure preparation and orientation
• GMercyU study abroad scholarships and application information
Staff : Jesse Ruhl - International Student Liaison , PDSO Email : Ruhl . j @ gmercyu . edu – Phone : 215-300-1507
Residence Life
Statement of Purpose Residence Life is a distinctive and inclusive living-learning environment consistent with the Core Values of the University . In our interdependent community , residents engage in evolving social relationships which stimulate academic and personal growth .
Vision Statement Premier residential experience which prepares Mercy leaders for tomorrow .
Living on campus at Gwynedd Mercy connects you to a vibrant and dynamic residential community . As a residential student , you will live in an environment that supports academic excellence , emotional and intellectual growth , as well as personal exploration . Our residence halls are respectful , comfortable and supportive places where students can learn , develop , and grow . Staffed with full-time professional staff members and Resident Assistants ( RAs ), Residence Life offers residence hall programs and events , maintains community standards , and works to create close-knit residential communities . We work to provide a positive experience for students living on campus while fostering learning , responsibility , and mutual respect .
Residence Directors ( RD ) The Residence Director is a staff member responsible for the overall administration of a residential area . The RD lives in university provided apartments and supervises the area student staff . In addition , the RD facilitates student and community development , coordinates facilities management , participates in the student conduct system , provides basic counseling for all residents within their community , and supports the overall growth and development of a residential community that embodies the mission and values of the University .
Resident Assistants ( RAs ) Resident Assistants ( RAs ) are student leaders who live on each floor to serve as a resource to students , facilitate the development of a strong residence hall community , and help facilitate a successful collegiate experience . They focus on the development of the residential community , supporting the development of individual students , upholding community standards , participating in staff development and training , taking a broader leadership role within the University , and performing administrative duties . All RAs receive training on conflict management , emergency / crisis response and the resources available at the University in order to best support resident students .
Residence Hall Association ( RHA ) The Residence Hall Association ( RHA ) is made up of resident students who provide representation of all students living in the residence halls . RHA serves as an advocate and voice of the residents and communicates with Residence Life on current issues and initiatives that will enhance the social , functional , and cultural aspects of living in the residence halls . RHA has played a major role in improving services both in the residence halls and on campus .
Open to all residents to join as members , RHA holds meetings every week in the Triplex . Specific days , times , and locations of these meetings , as well as special programs and other initiatives , will be advertised in and around the residence halls . More information can be obtained by reaching out to a Residence Life staff member .
Residence Halls Loyola Hall , St . Brigid Hall and Siena Hall are adjoined to form what is commonly referred to as The Triplex . Loyola Hall consists of traditional double rooms with community bathrooms while St . Brigid Hall and Siena Hall offer mostly double occupancy suite-style rooms with semi-private baths and air conditioning . All buildings feature Wi-Fi and lounges with refrigerators , microwaves , kitchen facilities and HDTVs with full cable service . Laundry facilities and vending machines are also located throughout each hall .
The Triplex houses both first-time , first-year students ( Loyola Hall ) and upper-class students and transfers ( St . Brigid and Siena Halls ) with the main entrance located in St . Brigid Hall , where the three residence halls come together . This entrance has a desk
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