Section I:
The University

Section II:
Graduation Requirements

Section III:
Majors, Minors, Courses

Section IV:
Academic Policies

Section V:
the DePauw Experience

Section VI:
Campus Living

A necessary part of any healthy college experience is having an environment that is conducive to learning and living. Because we value our students' rights to have a place to study, sleep, relax and socialize, we work to help students build strong residence communities. Building positive living and learning communities means that we hire and train excellent student leaders to assist students in our halls; maintain clean, safe and secure physical environments; continue to make physical improvements to our residence facilities; provide social activities and shared governance opportunities through the Resident Student Association (RSA) and housing councils; and provide quality services to our residents through direct contact with professional staff members.

Our residential system at DePauw includes  residence halls,  Rector Village suites, duplexes, University-owned apartments and houses and Greek houses. All first-year students live in the residence halls. Sophomores are eligible  to live in the residence halls, Rector Village suites or Greek houses  and juniors and seniors are eligible to live in all housing options.  The  residence halls are divided into the North Quad and the South Quad. The South Quad residence halls include Bishop Roberts, College Street, Hogate, Humbert and Longden Halls. The North Quad residence halls include , Bloomington Street, Lucy Rowland, Mason, Senior Halls and Rector Village.  We are proud of all of our residential communities and believe that each offers an excellent environment in which to live, learn and grow.

In our communities, residents have the opportunity to become involved in a variety of activities, including the Resident Student Association (RSA), Housing Councils, intramural athletics and a variety of social and personal development programs that are planned by the Residence Life student staff, RSA and Housing Councils. Resident Assistants are upper-class student leaders who live in the residence halls and are available to assist you and meet your needs. We encourage you to utilize their support and provide them with input on how we can continue to improve our residential communities in order to better meet the needs of our students.

The residential communities at DePauw are intended to be far more than just places to eat and sleep. However, how much you gain from the opportunities available is largely up to you. Your relationships with your community members and activities in the halls can provide you with some of the most significant parts of your collegiate experience.

Fraternities and Sororities
In addition to providing housing for many DePauw students, fraternities and sororities are based upon a foundation that encourages an atmosphere of learning, social responsibility and constructive development for members. 

While fraternities and sororities are private, independent units, they are administered by the Office of Greek Affairs; the University's liaison is the associate dean for campus life (Director of Greek Affairs). The Office of Greek Affairs has direct contact with each fraternity and sorority chapter through the undergraduate officers, advisers, house corporations and house directors who encourage high standards of group living and supervise domestic affairs of the chapter houses. 

The rush/recruitment process occurs in February, and rules governing such are published each year by the respective governing association--the women's Panhellenic Council and the men's Interfraternity Council. 

Three historically African-American sororities and two historically African-American fraternities are currently recognized by the University. They are active members of the Greek community and belong to the National Pan-Hellenic Conference.  In addition, one Latina sorority is active on campus. None of these organizations accept first-year students as members, and recruitment is done on an individual chapter basis..

DePauw's sororities include:

• Alpha Chi Omega
• Alpha Kappa Alpha
• Alpha Phi
• Delta Gamma
• Delta Sigma Theta
• Delta Zeta
• Gamma Phi Omega
• Kappa Alpha Theta
• Kappa Kappa Gamma
• Pi Beta Phi
• Zeta Phi Beta

DePauw's fraternities include:

• Alpha Phi Alpha
• Alpha Tau Omega
• Beta Theta Pi
• Delta Chi
• Delta Tau Delta
• Delta Upsilon
• Kappa Alpha Psi
• Phi Delta Theta
• Phi Gamma Delta
• Phi Kappa Psi
• Sigma Alpha Epsilon
• Sigma Chi
• Sigma Nu

The first-year experience program, depauw.year1,  provides first-year students a supportive yet challenging environment that inspires self-discovery and an active engagement with the learning and growth opportunities available within the DePauw community.

Upper-class student mentors, working with both faculty and staff, introduce first-year students to what it means to be a member of our campus community and support them in their academic and co-curricular endeavors. Students learn about all aspects of campus life through close interaction with their peers throughout the entire academic year.  They will also have the opportunity to explore the meaning of the values espoused in the DePauw Community Covenant – intellectual engagement, unique opportunities, supportive relationships, and community engagement –as they join a tradition of service and leadership at DePauw University and develop a foundation for their own life plan.
 

PROGRAMMING

Convocation Programs
The convocation series at DePauw brings to campus nationally and internationally recognized public figures, scholars, government leaders, authors, artists and scientists. In addition to large public lectures, convocation speakers are available to students in question-and-answer sessions and other informal occasions. Major visitors in Fall term 2005 included rapper and social critic Chuck D and former Iraq administrator Dr. Paul Bremer.

The purpose of the convocation program is to introduce students first-hand to a wide range of thought and artistry presented by the world's opinion makers and creative artists.

For additional information, click on "http://www.depauw.edu/calendar".

Musical Groups
(These groups are not limited to music majors.)

• Brass, String, Woodwind, Percussion Ensembles and Chamber Music

• Century Singers

• Chamber Orchestra

• Collegians

• Concert Choir

• Festival Chorus

• Jazz Ensemble  

•  Opera/Musical Theatre

•  Tiger Pep Band 

•  University Band

•  University Choir 

•  University Orchestra

STUDENT ACTIVITIES

The University, through the Office of Campus Life and other offices, along with many of the student groups listed on the website actively encourages participation in extracurricular activities that complement the classroom experience.  There are plenty of opportunities at DePauw to participate in community service, be involved in the leadership of an organization or just be entertained.

How can students get involved in these activities or organizations? One of the best ways is to attend the Activities Fair, which is usually held at the end of Orientation Week. Although it takes place during Orientation, the Activities Fair is designed to let all DePauw students know about the different clubs and organizations available and how students can get involved.

In addition to the Activities Fair, the best way for students to get information is to ask. Talking to professors who seem to have interests similar to individual students, visiting the Office of Campus Life (first floor of the Memorial Student Union Building), going to the Office of Academic Affairs, Student Affairs Office or any other University office, talking to resident assistants, mentors or other students are all excellent ways to get information about what is going on at DePauw.

Finally, students should read signs and ads posted on bulletin boards; on table tents and in The DePauw; and check out the information on DePauw's web site  http://www.depauw.edu. These places contain a wealth of information on things to do at DePauw.

Clubs, Organizations and Honoraries
DePauw's recognized student organizations are listed at www.depauw.edu/student/orgs/recognized.asp. They are open to all eligible students. The University, through Student Congress, recognizes student organizations. Faculty or staff advisors are required for all student organizations. If students have an interest that doesn't seem to be represented by an established group, they should contact the Office of Campus Life to start a new group.

ATHLETICS

DePauw University Athletic Department Mission Statement

The DePauw University Athletic Department strives to enhance the total educational experience of each student-athlete. The Athletic Department is proud of the academic success of its student-athletes and is committed to providing an environment that fosters this academic success. It is striving to provide the following:

• the opportunity for all student-athletes to reach their maximum potential;

• fair and equitable treatment for all athletes and all teams;

• a safe environment where the primary concern is for the athlete's health and well-being; and

• a variety of opportunities available for student-athletes to participate in a diverse offering of intercollegiate programs.

The DePauw University Athletic Department supports the aims and purposes of the University, the principles of fair play and all NCAA and conference rules and regulations.

DPU Athletic Code of Conduct

As athletes and coaches at DePauw University, we recognize that it is an honor and privilege to represent the entire community.  As campus leaders, we acknowledge and accept responsibility for our actions as they may impact the athletic program and the University community.  It is expected that all student-athletes and coaches follow the policies set forth by the National Collegiate Athletic Association, the Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference, DePauw University and the athletic department.  Failure to do so may result in loss of competition, loss of captaincy or suspension from an athletic team.

DePauw athletes and coaches do not condone the illegal or irresponsible use of alcohol or drugs.  It is also expected that all athletes and coaches demonstrate respect through actions and attitudes with regard to academic integrity, the display of good sportsmanship, prevention of hazing and tolerance of others.  The athletic department is committed to providing educational opportunities and support to encourage responsible behavior for all members of the DePauw athletic community.

DPU Coaches Statement of Expectation

Unless other acceptable arrangements have been made, a coach is expected to be in attendance at all practices and competitions, accompany the team on all trips and perform all of the other duties as stated in the coach's job description.

DePauw University is committed to providing a wide range of varsity and intramural athletics as part of a well-rounded liberal arts education.

DePauw is a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division III and as such does not offer athletic scholarships. The University does, however, offer fine facilities and dedicated coaches for varsity athletes and very competitive intramurals and club sports.

DePauw's men and women compete in the Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference.
Students compete in 21 varsity sports at the University, 10 for men and 11 for women.

More than one out of every five students is a member of an intercollegiate team at DePauw. The University's student-athletes have always distinguished themselves in the classroom as well as in the athletic arena. Twelve DePauw alumni have received the prestigious NCAA Post-Graduate Scholarship, and many have been selected as academic all-Americans.

Eligibility
To participate in intercollegiate athletics, men and women must meet eligibility requirements outlined by the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA). In the interpretations and privileges of association rules, the scholarship interests of the student receive primary consideration. 

The eligibility requirements for student activities apply equally to intercollegiate athletics. All students must carry a minimum of three courses. A second semester senior making normal progress toward a degree and not needing the full three courses to graduate is an exception. 

The Faculty Athletic Board Committee is the final authority to determine the eligibility of students for athletic teams. Complete eligibility requirements can be found in the Student Handbook.

Men's sports include:

• Baseball
• Basketball
• Cross country
• Football
• Golf
• Soccer
• Swimming and Diving
• Tennis
• Track and field (indoor)
• Track and field (outdoor)

Women's sports include:

• Basketball
• Cross country
• Field hockey
• Golf
• Soccer
• Softball
• Swimming and Diving
• Tennis
• Track and field (indoor)
• Track and field (outdoor)
• Volleyball

SPIRITUAL LIFE
 

As a United Methodist university, DePauw values religious experience and spiritual development as part of the educational process. Some students will consider themselves to be “spiritual” rather than “religious.”  DePauw honors the spiritual quest for meaning, values, and a sense of purpose in all of its forms.  A multi-faith approach is taken to religious programming in which opportunities are provided for persons to engage their own faith traditions while also interacting with those from different traditions. Thus, the Office of Spiritual Life, led by the University Chaplain and the Associate University Chaplain, sponsors a wide range of religious programs and services for students, faculty and staff in the arenas of worship (and music), dialogue, support and individual pastoral care.

Worship

• Word & Table, Wednesday evenings, Peace Chapel at Gobin Church
• Shabbat, Friday evenings, The Sanctuary, Spiritual Life Center
• DePauw Christian Fellowship, First Sunday of every month, UB Ballroom, 12 noon

Dialogue
Each semester the chaplains offer a variety of discussion groups focusing on Bible studies, theology, world religions and social justice issues.

Interest Groups

• DePauw Hillel
• Bismillah (Muslim Student Association)
• Catholic Student Association
• Chaplains' Student Advisory Corps
• DePauw Gospel Choir
• Hindu Student Association
• Buddhist Student Group
• Sojourners (Pre-ministry Student Association)

VOLUNTEER SERVICE PROGRAMS
 

The Grover L. Hartman Center House provides opportunities for personal growth and leadership development through service.  Housed in the Hartman House are student meeting and classroom space, administrative resources, and program offices for volunteer initiatives and leadership opportunities.  The various programs provide students an opportunity for civic engagement through direct service to DePauw University and the surrounding community.  Each year talented students with outstanding records as volunteers are chosen as Civic Interns who serve as program coordinators for the Hartman House.  Annually, more than one thousand DePauw students are involved in volunteer service programs which include:  DePauw Community Service, Civic Fellows, Indiana Reading Corps, Winter Term in Service, Leadership Academy,  Sports Night, Indiana Campus Compact Service Learning, Youth Service Day, Summer Internships, Make a Difference Day, Civic Education Convocations, First-Year Student Leadership Workshops, Accepting the Challenge Conference, Alternative Spring Break and the Bonner Scholars Program. The Russell J. Compton Center for Peace and Justice is also housed in the Hartman House

The house is named for Grover L. Hartman ’35, a Methodist layperson who spent his life as an advocate for a multitude of social, political and economic causes.

Contact:  Cathy H. Hamilton, Director, Hartman Center, Extension 4870, chamilton@depauw.edu

STUDENT ACADEMIC SUPPORT SERVICES

Academic Services
The Office of Academic Services brings together four important service areas that share the goal of helping students achieve academic success: Academic Services, Academic Resource Center, First-Year Programs and Career Services. 

The Office of Academic Services monitors the academic progress of students at DePauw. Through an early alert system and midterm grades, it attempts to identify students who might be having academic difficulty and provide or arrange for appropriate, timely academic support. The office also coordinates efforts to help students who have been placed on academic probation. Such assistance may include tutorial services offered by the Academic Resource Center, individually arranged tutorials and learning skills workshops. Also, students on academic probation are assigned a mentor who meets with them throughout the semester to discuss their progress toward improved academic performance. 

The dean of academic services serves as the University's coordinator for the Americans with Disabilities Act. Students who have disabilities that may require accommodations meet with the ADA coordinator to review relevant documentation and formulate a program of accommodations and support. 

The Office of Academic Services also offers or participates in a number of programs designed to help students adjust to college, including the DePauw Institute, a week-long pre-orientation program for selected students, which exposes them to the academic and social challenges they may face in college and acquaints them with the support services that will help them meet those challenges.

The Academic Support Office in the ARC offers learning skills workshops, as well as individual consultations, on such topics as reading, listening, note taking, time management, motivation and test taking. 

In the ARC, academic support means support on all levels and toward a variety of interests. Extensive workshop series and practice sessions are offered for the major tests for graduate and professional schools--the MCAT, LSAT and GRE. The Writing Center offers assistance with writing résumés and applications. The Speaking and Listening Center offers opportunities for mock interviews and videotaped presentations. 

Located in Union Building 100A, the Office of Multicultural Affairs (OMA) serves the DePauw campus by providing programs and services on issues of multiculturalism, diversity and social justice and by acting as an advocate for members of diverse communities.

The Office of Multicultural Affairs provides students with a sense of cultural identity and belonging at DePauw through:

• Programming--guest speakers; "The Hump" programming series; Winter Term co-curriculars; conferences; alumni/ae interactions; and other events that increase cultural awareness and affirm difference.

• Services--affinity/identity group advising; sensitivity training and workshops; social justice training; and resources to students, faculty and staff on cultural pluralism.

• Campus Education and Advocacy--diversity training and support for students in need; facilitated discussion groups; and educational opportunities that promote academic achievement.        

The Office of Multicultural Affairs at DePauw University defines "culture" broadly to include racial and ethnic heritages, religious affiliation, gender (identity and expression), sexual orientation, economic class, physical ability and first generation experience.

The Career Services Center
The Career Services Center, located in Harrison Hall, offers numerous services which include:

Individualized counseling and advising. Appointments may be made with the Director or Assistant Director to discuss various academic and occupational issues. Issues generally include choosing a major, gaining some career direction, finding an internship, deciding on a graduate school program and developing job-search strategies.

Workshops.  Topics include choosing a major, summer employment, résumé writing, successful interviewing, orientation sessions for job-hunting seniors, job-search strategies, self-assessment and graduate and professional school planning.

Special Programs. Career Exploration Day is offered every fall so that students may discuss occupations and interests with DePauw alumni representing various occupational fields. In the spring, the Internship and Summer Job Fair is held on campus giving all students the opportunity to talk with employers actively hiring for positions. Career Services also participates in several off-campus job fairs: Indy Connection, WorkChicago, College Talent Recruitment Day and Teacher Candidate Interview Day. The Center also conducts numerous workshops and seminars during January (Winter Term) that are specifically geared toward first-year students. Joint efforts with other campus departments have produced the Health Sciences Career Day and outreach programs to living units and students in various academic majors and clubs.

Employment Recruiting-Posting-Referral. Employers visit campus each fall and spring to interview students for full-time positions and internships, to present information about their organizations through employer presentations and to educate students about the interviewing process through Interview Preparation workshops and mock interviews. In addition, employers submit full-time, summer job and internship postings, which are posted in the Career Library and on Career Services' homepage. The Career Center sends student résumés to prospective employers throughout the year. Résumés of DePauw students are also available on the Web site (www.depauw.edu/admin/career).

Career Library Resources. Resources housed in Career Services include the DePauw Alumni Career Network database, categorized by occupation and employer name. Employer resources include employer files, videotapes, binders and directories. Occupational Information may be gathered through books and periodicals arranged by occupational interest area as well as through on-line assessment instruments.  A wealth of career-related information is available on the Career Center's web site. Free handouts cover topics such as résumé writing, researching a company, choosing a major, informational and employment interviewing and writing the graduate school essay. Graduate/professional school resources include the Peterson's Annual Guide to Graduate Studies series, graduate school literature and graduate school testing information bulletins.

Confidentiality is strictly adhered to as indicated by law. Counseling information is maintained in a file separate from the student's educational records. Students must sign a Release of Information form in order for any information to be released. During the initial appointment, students are informed of the specifics of confidentiality. 

If a student needs counseling services beyond the scope of DePauw Counseling Services, the counselor will make a referral to mental health professionals in the community. Students are responsible for charges for off-campus services. Counseling Services also provides workshops and outreach programming. Examples of programming include: stress/time management, sexual assault prevention and healthy relationships. 

Counseling Services is located on the 2^nd floor of the Memorial Student Union Building, room 208. Students may schedule appointments in person or by calling (765) 658-4268.  After hour emergency services are available by calling DePauw's Public Safety switchboard at (765) 658-4261.

Student Health Services
The Student Health Services and the University physician are located on the first floor of Charter House. The goal of Student Health Services is to provide DePauw students with timely and cost-effective healthcare so that they are able to focus on their education with minimal interruptions due to illness or injury. Student Health Services provides walk-in, no-appointment, routine health care to students during the following hours: 

Services offered include treatment of illness, prescribing medicines, gynecological services, allergy shots and group health education presentation for students. Pap smears are done by appointment only. Emergency services are available through Putnam County Hospital when Health Services is closed. Students can also reach Student Health Services staff by contacting DePauw's Public Safety switchboard at (765) 658-4261.

While the campus has a relatively low crime rate, DePauw is not immune to many of the same crime problems encountered in today's society. Working in partnership with students, the University community and local law enforcement, Public Safety's primary concern is personal safety and security of personal property. A report of campus crime statistics is sent to current students annually and is available upon request by contacting the Director of Public Safety at 765.658.4261.

The department is professionally staffed with eight sworn police officers and 12 student security assistants. The police officers are empowered with full police authority, authorized to make arrests and charged with enforcing federal and state laws, as well as University rules and regulations. DePauw Public Safety is committed to working pro-actively with all patrol and investigative efforts, as well as providing educational programming in such areas as personal safety, alcohol education, sexual assault awareness and crime prevention. 

Public Safety operates 24 hours each day throughout the year. The DePauw Public Safety Office is located in the Memorial Student Union Building, room 200, and may be reached by phone at (765) 658-4261; e-mail <police@depauw.edu >;or the Website http://www.depauw.edu/student/safety/.

CAMPUS LIFE GUIDELINES
As responsible members of the community, DePauw students are expected to maintain the University's highest ideals of academic and social conduct. Students are responsible for knowing the student life guidelines published in the Student Handbook, which convey a respect for group living and provide for protection of individual rights. All regulations are effective from the time the student is accepted and has paid his/her deposit (including all vacations and Winter Term) until the student leaves the campus following commencement.

Students are free to express dissent and support causes by orderly means that do not disrupt the essential operation of the University or deprive others of the right of free speech.

More complete information about general and academic regulations can be found in the Student Handbook, which is published and distributed to all students annually. An on-line version is also available at the following web-site address:  www.depauw.edu/univ/handbooks.

Dismissal
Right of University to Dismiss. Students may be dismissed from the University because of poor scholastic performance, disregard of established rules and regulations or conduct contrary to the best interest of the University community.

UNIVERSITY AND STUDENT LIFE POLICIES

Affirmative Action, Civil Rights and Equal Employment Opportunity Policies
DePauw University, in affirmation of its commitment to excellence, endeavors to provide equal opportunity for all individuals in its hiring, promotion, compensation and admission procedures. Institutional decisions regarding hiring, promotion, compensation and admission will be based upon a person's qualifications and/or performance without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, age, gender, gender identity or gender expression, except where religion, gender or national origin is a bona fide occupational qualification.

DePauw University's goals and commitments are best served if the institution reflects the diversity of our society; hence, DePauw seeks diversity in all areas and levels of employment and abides by all local, state and federal regulations concerning equal employment opportunities. The University admits, hires and promotes individuals upon their qualities and merits. 

Harassment
The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all members of the University community, including, but not limited to, members of the faculty and staff, students, guests of the University, and applicants for employment and admission. In this regard, the University reaffirms the right of its students to live and learn, and its employees to teach and work, in an environment free from inappropriate and/or offensive comments or conduct

Motor Vehicles
All students may operate motor vehicles while at DePauw. Students must register their automobiles, pay a registration fee at the DePauw Public Safety Office and give assurance that automobiles will be parked in University-designated parking spaces. DePauw is not responsible for damage to motor vehicles parked or operated on University property. 

Information about parking, a copy of the regulations for motor vehicles and motor vehicle registration materials are available at the DePauw Public Safety Office or online at "www.depauw.edu/student/safety/parkgeneral.asp".

1. to inspect and review their educational records; 
2. to request the amendment of the student's records that the student believes is inaccurate or misleading; 
3. to release personal identifiable information (such as transcripts), except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without consent, including to school officials with legitimate educational interests; 
4. to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education concerning alleged failures to comply with the requirements of FERPA; and
5. to withhold "directory" information.

Directory information may be disclosed by DePauw for any purpose at its discretion. Enrolled students may withhold disclosure by notifying the Office of the Registrar in writing by August of the year they wish this information withheld. 

Because of the nature of the student body, DePauw assumes all unmarried students age 22 and under are dependent. Students who are financially independent and wish to control their parents' or guardian's access to education records should report to the Office of the Registrar. 

Questions concerning the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act may be referred to the Office of the Registrar or Student Affairs Office.

• name
• address (local and home)
• telephone numbers
• e-mail username
• school in which enrolled
• student classification
• dates of enrollment
• date and place of birth
• major field of study
• participation in officially recognized activities and sports
• physical factors (weight and height of athletes)
• photographs for University and other publications
• class rosters
• previous educational institutions attended
• degrees conferred and dates, as well as awards received
• eligibility (not grades) for institutionally recognized organizations and honoraries, including sororities and fraternities.

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