1996-1997 Undergraduate Catalog

 NMSU


STUDENT SERVICES

Corbett Center Student Union

The services and programs offered by Corbett Center Student Union (CCSU) create a vast hub of student life and support for the university community. The CCSU is more than just a building offering services. It is a program as well. Student programs come from a variety of sources ranging from KRUX-FM (a student-run radio station) to the Union Program Council (students programming activities for students). Other student-centered operations include the Inter-Fraternity Council, Panhellenic, National Student Exchange, ASNMSU, Round Up, Echo, and Student Organizations and Programs Office.

The services offered by the CCSU support the campus community. they include Automatic Teller Machines, Taos Dining Area, Patio Cafe, Crossroads Dining area, Conference Services, Copy Center, University Bookstore, Game Room, CCSU Scheduling, Identification and Money Card Services and the Information Desk.

The Information Desk serves as the nerve center for CCSU and offers a great deal more than information. The Information Desk also has mail service with UPS and Federal Express service, the Campus Lost and Found, ride board cards, classified ad cards, magazines, stamps, bicycle pump and patch kit, and area newspapers.

Questions or comments may be directed to the Director's office at 646-4804.

Counseling Center

The Counseling Center provides students with a variety of services including individual and group counseling, career exploration, outreach programs, and consultation. Groups frequently offered include Women's Issues, Sexual Abuse Survivors, Eating Disorders, Single Parents, Graduate Student Support, and Gay and Lesbian Issues. All services are strictly confidential and are free or carry a minimal fee. The Career Center and the Self Development Lab are both located in the Counseling Center and provide students assistance in career choice, stress management, and other areas. An excellent library is available for reference use and check out. The Counseling Center is located in Garcia Annex Room 108, and is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. The Counseling Center is staffed by professional counselors and psychologists and is accredited by the International Association of Counseling Services, Inc.

Office of Distance Education/Weekend College

The Office of Distance Education/Weekend College is designed to serve students who find it difficult or impossible to take classes during the week or on the main campus. Weekend College offers regular full-credit courses taught weekly on Friday evening, Saturday, or Sunday. Courses are available for those wanting to start or return to college and for those wishing to take courses for personal enrichment.

The distance education office will provide quality educational programs at off-campus sites. Off-campus delivery involves a variety of sites, technologies, and personnel. Most common delivery of off-campus courses is on-site live instruction, video tape with instructor visits, and two-way audio/one-way video transmission from the TV classrooms. Television classes are transmitted over satellite, fiber optics, and microwave, all of which include provisions for interaction between students and instructors.

Detailed information on distance education and weekend programs is available from the Director of Distance Education, Box 30001, Dept. 3WEC, New Mexico State University, Las Cruces, NM 88003-8001.

Office of Student Development

The staff of the Office of Student Development provide support services and assistance that expose students to the broad educational opportunities of New Mexico State University. The Office of Student Development consists of these administrative units: New Student Orientation, Services for Students with disABILITIES (see separate section), Testing, and the Office of Veteran Educational Benefits (see separate section).

New Student Orientation (646-1921) is the orientation and registration program scheduled before each academic term and four weekends each summer for new and transferring undergraduate students. The purpose of the program is to acquaint the student with campus life at New Mexico State University.

Testing (646-3443) provides test information and registration materials for the following tests: American College Testing Assessment (ACT); College Level Examination Program (CLEP); Four Skills; General Education Development (GED); Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT); Graduate Record Exam (GRE); Medical College Admission Test (MCAT); Michigan Test of English Language Proficiency; Miller Analogies Test (MAT); PRAXIS Series: National Teacher Exam (NTE) and Pre-Professional Skills Test (PPST).

For further information concerning available services and programs, contact the Office of Student Development in Garcia Annex, Room 100 or call 646-1921 (voice) or 646-1918 (TDD/text telephone).

Office of Veteran Educational Benefits

New Mexico State University courses have been approved for study by veterans and others who qualify for veterans educational assistance.

Prospective students who are newly enrolling or who have been out of school for a semester or a summer session, or more, are eligible to apply for advanced payment of their first month and a half of benefits. Applications for advanced pay must be submitted at least six weeks prior to the beginning of the semester.

Applications for benefits must be accompanied by appropriate documentation proving eligibility. For more information on veterans benefits, contact the Office of Veteran Educational Benefits, Box 30001/Dept. 4740, NMSU, Las Cruces, NM 88003-8001 (505) 646-4524.

Outcomes Assessment

As part of its continuing effort to maintain quality academic programs and to provide strong support services, New Mexico State University routinely conducts outcomes assessment activities. Students may be required to participate in one or more of these activities. The data resulting from these assessments will be published only in aggregate form.

Placement and Career Services

The mission of Placement and Career Services is to offer programs, services, and resources that will contribute to students' life-long career-planning efforts. Staff members work closely with deans, department heads, faculty, and employers to assist students and alumni in developing suitable career opportunities based on their education, experiences, and interests. Additionally, Placement and Career Services arranges interviews between prospective employers and graduating students and alumni. The staff advises students on the career-planning process and successful job-search strategies. Current information on employment trends and a comprehensive library of career literature help students make informed decisions.

Excellent experiential opportunities, through the following programs, contribute to forming students' career goals, to developing a positive work ethic, and to providing financial support:

On-Campus Employment ­Regardless of financial need, any currently enrolled, full-time student in good standing may apply for a part-time job with an employer in the academic community. Many jobs are preprofessional in nature and offer academically related experience.

Off-Campus Employment ­Part- and full-time jobs in Las Cruces, as well as White Sands Missile Range, and the NASA Johnson Space Center, requiring general or very specific qualifications, are listed and referrals are made for students and their spouses.

Internships ­Information is available on internship opportunities offered by government, nonprofit organizations, and business/industry. During the summer months and throughout the academic year, interns may arrange for academic credit for internships.

Services for Students with disABILITIES

Services for Students with disABILITIES (SSD) at New Mexico State University provides reasonable accommodation to qualified NMSU students in accordance with state and federal laws. A student requests accommodation by initiating the "Petition for Services with disABILITIES" with a qualified practitioner and the Student Information Form that must be submitted and discussed with the SSD Coordinator. A review committee examines the documentation for recommendations and approval of the appropriate accommodation(s). New students requesting assistance should discuss their needs with the coordinator before admission to expedite coordination of services. All continuing students requesting accommodations must discuss their needs with the coordinator before each semester to facilitate continuance of appropriate services. Inquiries or appointments may be made in Room 100, Garcia Annex, or by calling 646-6840 (voice), 646-1918 (TDD/text telephone).

Speech and Hearing Center

Combining instruction and service, the center provides training for students majoring in speech/language pathology and audiology, and at the same time serves children and adults in need of speech, language, and hearing testing and therapy.

Referrals are accepted from all areas (self, medical, school, nonprofessionals). Services for all clients are charged on a semester or summer session basis. All services are supervised by professional personnel holding the Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology or Audiology of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. For further information, contact NMSU Speech and Hearing Center, Box 30001, Dept. 3SPE, Las Cruces, New Mexico 88003-8001, (505) 646-3906; (TDD-505-646-4130).

Student Health Center

The university maintains a well-equipped health clinic on campus, with hospitalization available in the community.

The health fee is included in tuition for all students carrying 12 or more credits. Part-time undergraduate students taking 6 credits or more per semester may pay the health fee at registration to become eligible for medical care. Graduate students should refer to the Graduate Catalog .

Part-time foreign students must pay the health fee for Student Health Center services.

A hospital and accident insurance policy is available to students through the university. More information may be obtained from the Student Health Center by calling 646-1512.

Student Organizations and Programs

The Office of Student Organizations and Programs advises and assists in the coordination of activities and events sponsored by students or student organizations. Activity approvals and contracts for these events are processed by this office as well as student organization chartering. The Office of Student Organizations and Programs is located in Corbett Center Student Union, Room 235, and the telephone number is 646-3200.



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