REGISTRATION
PROCEDURE
- go to the advisement center if you have an undeclared major or if your major is academic studies
- see your faculty advisor if you have a declared major
- This is where you must pay for your tuition or make arrangements to pay for it
- If you receive financial aid you still need to go through this line
- AMS payment plan must also go through this step
AMS Interest-Free Monthly Payment Plan
AMS has partnered with WNMU to give students the
opportunity to spread their annual tuition payments in monthly
installments (instead of lump-sums) without paying interest. The
cost to enroll is $50 for the annual plan and $30 for the
semester plan. More information may be obtained at the WNMU
Business Office or you may call an AMS representative to answer
your questions at: 1-800-635-0120
ACADEMIC ADVISING. The Advising Office provides academic
advising and academic counseling. All freshmen, new transfers,
and students with undeclared major/minors are required to see an
advisor before advance registering for classes. Any student
registering for seven hours or more must have their advisor sign
their permit to schedule classes before registering at the
Registrar’s Office. Phone 538-6269
CAREER SERVICES. Provides personal assistance to students and alumni seeking employment both before and after graduation. Students are assisted in writing resumes and job application letters, as well as receiving help in developing appropriate job interviewing skills. Students and alumni are informed of current employment opportunities via placement bulletin boards, the bi-weekly placement bulletin, classified ad sections from major urban newspapers, job vacancy bulletins from other universities, and federal and state agency publications. Phone 538-6109
COMPUTER LAB. The Computer Lab, available to students and faculty, is located in Martinez 108. Lab attendants are on duty and are willing to assist students who need to use the lab for class related projects and papers. There are several types of software available. Phone 538-6334
COUNSELING. Short-term counseling is provided by professional staff members. This counseling is designed to assist students in resolving personal problems that are interfering with their academic progress and success. Such problems might include difficulty in adjusting to college, family concerns, drug abuse, and/or low self-esteem. Staff members are available for consultation and crisis intervention. They also conduct workshops pertaining to topics such as suicide prevention, self-concept enhancement, and more effective communication.
Phone 538-6561
EARLY ALERT PROGRAM. Helps you help yourself. It is a program
that "alerts" us to any academic problems you may be
having, and lets us work with you to set up a personalized
program to help you achieve your educational goals.
A class roster for each class is sent to every faculty member at 4, 8 and 12 week intervals during the semester. These are filled out, returned, and each student needing assistance is identified. Since this is an obligatory program, the names of these students are given to Financial Aid as well as Early Alert. If you are identified as needing help, you will be contacted, assigned a Peer Mentor (a selected upper class student), and your "plan of action" will be agreed upon and started with the help of your Peer Mentor. This same Peer Mentor will monitor your progress and help you in any way he or she can. There is a 24-hour bilingual "HELP" line you can call to leave messages for your Counselor, Tutor, Peer Mentor, Student Supplemental Instructor, General Advisor, or The Learning Resource Center. The messages are cleared and delivered at least twice daily. Phone 538-6500
HOUSING. Students wishing to reside on campus in one of the three residence halls or in a student family apartment should contact the Housing Office at the same time that they apply for admission to the University. A separate housing application is required to secure on-campus residence, and it is the student's responsibility to initiate the process. Contact the Director of Residence Life in the Western New Mexico University Housing Office or call 538-6629 to request an application.
INTRAMURALS. WNMU provides an extensive intramural program featuring individual sports and team sports for men, women, and co-ed groups. A variety of courts and playing fields are utilized, in addition to the Brancheau Physical Education Center. Intramural awards are provided for participants and winners of each event. Phone 538-6611
LEARNING RESOURCE CENTER. Offers free academic assistance to students.
Writing a paper? Having difficulty with a course? Do you need tutoring? The Learning Resource Center has just what you need to succeed. The Learning Resource Center, located in the Juan Chacon Building, provides educational and support services in a friendly atmosphere. Here you can study on your own or use the word processors and printers (instruction is provided) as well as obtain technical and critical advice. Tutoring can be arranged in all subject areas.
Phone 538-6208
MULTICULTURAL AFFAIRS. The Office of Multicultural Affairs, in conjunction with the entire WNMU community seeks to assist, support, and encourage minority students in achieving their educational goals. The primary goal is to assess the needs of minority students and respond to those needs as resources permit. In an effort to assist the University with its recruitment and retention of minority students, this office will maintain active liaison with minority student organizations and regional high schools. The primary function of this office is to serve and retain the University’s multicultural student population. Phone 538-6309
PRESCHOOL/CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER. The center provides a developmentally age-appropriate
environment for children 6 months to 5 years of age, a quality
child care program which provides students, staff, and community
with a model early childhood program. Children of full-time
students are admitted first, then part-time students, followed by
staff, faculty, and then community.
The curriculum involves providing a stimulating environment for children to explore and manipulate. Materials and time are provided for children to select their own activities during the day. Phone 538-6344
SPECIAL NEEDS OFFICE. Services for students with special needs are provided through the Student Development Center in the Special Needs office at the Juan Chacon Building. Services provided are: note takers, interpreters, readers, escorts, recording of lectures, and academic tutoring. We also have available maps of reserved campus parking for disabled persons. There are a number of policy and procedure forms that special needs students need to fill out in order to comply with the responsibilities and agreements between the student and the Special Needs Office. The Special Needs Office, in conjunction with the Director of Student Development, serves as WNMU’s liaison for special needs students. Whenever possible, the Special Needs Coordinator will work with individuals or groups to facilitate the needs or special requirements of disabled students. Phone 538-6498
STUDENT ACTIVITIES OFFICE. Provides a variety of entertainment and
activities for students including concerts, dances, game shows,
tournaments, lectures and other special events. The office
sponsors some of its campus activities in conjunction with
Student Government. Student Activities’ main two events are
the Great Race and Homecoming. The office initiates a monthly
Student Activities Calendar complete with information concerning
special events, activities, deadlines, and other campus news.
Phone 538-6611
STUDENT DEVELOPMENT CENTER. The Student Development Center, located in the Juan Chacon Building, serves the diverse needs of all students at WNMU. These services include career counseling, personal counseling, testing, and Placement/CO-operative Education. Upon request, workshops may be provided to help students prepare for National Standardized tests.
Phone 538-6561
J. CLOYD MILLER LIBRARY. Named for a University President, this building currently houses the library with 235,000 books and over 7,023 microfilm titles. Also located in this building is the Department of Outreach Services and Technology, which includes satellite capabilities and compressed video classrooms. The library provides self-service photocopying and microfilm copiers. A fully automated menu-driven system provides computerized access to the library's book holdings. Computer workstations are also available for accessing information on compact disc (CD-ROM). The library subscribes to computerized bibliographic search services which access World Wide Web. In addition, we have client servers with direct Internet access.
You will find study facilities, reference, and information services. Current newspapers and magazines are available in the reading area for research or relaxation.
The Outreach Services and Technology Department also has many things to offer the student; view videos, audio tape duplicating, video editing. Slide projectors and cassette recorders are available for student use for presentations, etc. Phone 538-6350
P. E. COMPLEX. Within the P. E. Complex students will
find an indoor swimming pool, weight room, racquetball courts,
and gymnasium. Student ID or activity cards are required for each
visit. Please bring your ID with you. Contact Wellness &
Movement Sciences at 538-6216, each semester for specific
facility hours, and racquetball reservations.
Automobile Registration
All students, staff, faculty and frequent visitors who operate a motor vehicle on the campus must register and display a current parking permit sticker on the vehicle at all times. Registration of vehicles may be made at the Campus Police Department. There is a $10.00 charge for students that live on campus (dormitory or married housing parking) and a $15.00 charge for general parking on campus. The vehicle is not considered registered until the parking permit is placed under the rear view mirror. Parking permits expire August 15th of each year.
Campus Police can be reached at 538-6231.
Penalties
Failure to obey the parking and traffic regulations
and the general provisions of these regulations shall be
punishable by citations that must be paid within five days of the
date of issue. The assessments can range from $5 to $100,
depending upon the violation.
Payment of Fines
All registration, parking permits, stickers, and fines must be mailed to or paid in person at Western New Mexico University Campus Police Department within five working days. After five working days, a $5.00 late fee will be charged per day up to Municipal Court standard fines less court cost. For the violation of a handicap or fire zone the fines are $50.00 to $100.00 maximum.
Handicapped Parking Permits
Handicapped parking permits, issued by New Mexico Motor Vehicle Division, must be displayed along with a current identification sticker from WNMU on the vehicle at all times.
ARAMARK Campus Dining Services
Managed Services, Managed Better
The Mustang Dining Hall, located on the second floor of the
Memorial Center Building, features hot line menu entrees and much
more in a buffet style setting. Just look at all of the great
options there are for boarders and cash patrons! Aramark phone
number is 538-6111.
All meals are served cafeteria style with unlimited seconds, with the exception of the premium entree in special dinners.
Please join us at "The Cooler", our retail food service
operation. We're located on the second floor of the Memorial
Building. We feature all of your favorite foods Monday through
Friday. Cooler hours are 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Please try our
Daily
Specials! The phone number is 538-6213.
On the third floor of the Student Memorial Building you will find other retail food service operations. Their phone number is 538-6375.
Classic Fare Catering. We do catering both on and off campus! Let us help you with your special event. We cater banquets, luncheons, coffee services, conventions, special dinners, picnics, and much, much more. You may select a menu from our Classic Fare Catering guide, or we will be happy to work with you to design a menu to suit your special needs. Contact our Campus Dining Service office at 538-6111 for more information or to place an order. Please call 48 hours in advance to book your special event.
Dining Hall Service Hours
Monday-Friday
Breakfast 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.
Lunch 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Dinner 5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Weekend Hours
Brunch 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Dinner 5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Associated Students of Western New Mexico University
ASWNMU is an association of self-governed students, comprised of elected and appointed students from across the campus. ASWNMU serves as an official forum that develops and implements policies and procedures relating to student issues and concerns.
ASWNMU is comprised of the Associated Students, the Executive Council, the Student Supreme Court and the Student Senate. Students are also represented on various staff and faculty committees (see pages 19-21). Students have the majority on committees that are financed by student fees.
The ASWNMU senate votes every Spring on the student fee structure. Some of the programs funded by student fees are athletics, the Mustang newspaper, student activities, intramurals, child care, museum, library, band, choir, art, education and recreation, and the annual Great Race. Students are given first priority in all events paid for by student fees and almost all are free. Information about student fees can be obtained from the Student Government Office.
ASWNMU is operated under a written constitution (see appendix), with executive officers and the student senate elected by the student body each spring. Students are encouraged to become involved and take an active role in campus events, activities and government. Information on open positions and events can be obtained from the Student Government Office.
ASWNMU is located on the third floor of the Student Memorial Building and can be reached at 538-6113.
Western New Mexico University encourages special interest organizations and activities which promote social life on the campus. Co-curricular programs and organizations provide opportunities for students to develop friendships, learn new skills, and practice leadership and group development skills. There are organizations on the campus representing many areas of interest, including the following categories: governmental, honorary professional, honorary service, national professional, religious, social, and those related to a field of study or special interests, and other University-recognized groups.
It is well documented that students who are involved in campus activities of their choice are more likely to complete their educational goals.
Each campus student organization is required to have an advisor of their choice selected from the University faculty or staff. All organizational events must receive prior approval of the advisor before any event may be held. Advisors are required to be present at all events scheduled by the organization including, but not restricted to, meetings, work sessions, rehearsals, activities, etc. Advisors must approve all expenditures of organizational funds and in general give guidance to the organization.
All monies derived by student organizations are state monies and must be deposited with the University Business Office and expended in compliance with University policies and New Mexico Statutes. Student organization monies are handled in accordance with the Business Office Operational Procedures for Handling Student Organization funds. To protect organizational funds, a yearly audit is made.
When any student organization in the agency account has been inactive for two consecutive fiscal years, that organizations account will be closed out and any balance will be transferred into the Student Government account.
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS
1. Individual students and student groups are responsible for conducting their activities in a manner consistent with the regulations, standards and Code of Conduct of the University (see pages 2-3).
2. No organization shall require of its members any activity incompatible with scholastic attainment of acceptable general development. In particular, hazing in any form is prohibited. Also prohibited is the use of mental, verbal, or physical violence against another person, or action that in any way jeopardizes the health, morals, scholastic standing, or civil liberties of another student or college personnel. The unauthorized entrance into the room of another student is a violation of regulations. Subjecting fellow students indignities of any character is discouraged and should be replaced by activities with a more positive effect.
3. Each organization has the right to elect and expel its own members, and is accountable for member’s acts committed on behalf of the organization. Each organization which desires to be chartered by the Associated Students of Western New Mexico University should obtain approval by obtaining an application for Campus Organization Status from the Student Government Office. Requests for recognition by the Associated Students of Western New Mexico University for a student organization should state in the constitution of the organization the following information:
a. Name of organization
b. Purpose, goals, and objectives of the organization
c. Eligibility requirements of membership
d. Selection process and procedures of membership
e. Election process of officers
The University expects each student organization to anticipate, provide for, and promptly meet its financial obligations in a business-like manner. Financial aspects of all events sponsored by recognized student organizations shall be accounted for and have the approval of the faculty advisor.
All campus organizations that receive funds for use in their operation will be required to maintain an account at the Business Office and conduct all business transactions there. The dormitory agency account will also be maintained at the Business Office.
AD HOC COMMITTEES
These may be appointed from time to time by the President of the Associated Students, as necessary. These committees will be automatically dissolved at the end of each academic year, unless otherwise specified by the President of the Associated Students.
ADMISSIONS & ACADEMIC STANDING COMMITTEE
The Admissions & Academic Standing Committee is responsible for hearing and deliberating on irregular requests for admission to the University. The committee makes recommendations on the formulation of policy and regulations concerning admission to the University. Decisions of this committee can be appealed to the Student Appeals Committee. The Committee will have three faculty members appointed by the Faculty Senate, one of whom serves as chairperson. There are two student members. The Vice President for Student Affairs and the Director of Admissions are ex-officio members.
ATHLETIC COMMITTEE
This committee shall be advisory to WNMU President relative to the administration and control of intercollegiate athletics within WNMU. It shall advise the Director of Athletics in the purpose and overall role of athletics, in the implementation and administration of the policies and procedures, and in the short-range and long-range planning of the athletic department, and it shall monitor compliance standards of athletic governing bodies to which WNMU belongs. The committee has five (5) voting members: three (3) appointed by the Faculty Senate, and two (2) student members (one female and one male). The Director of Athletics is an ex-officio member.
CULTURAL EVENTS COMMITTEE
It is the responsibility of this committee to coordinate and evaluate requests for funding of special social and cultural events on the campus during the academic year. The Committee will have five faculty members appointed by the Faculty Senate, one of whom serves as chairperson. There are three student members. The Director of Student Activities is an ex-officio, non-voting member.
CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION COMMITTEE
This committee is responsible for developing policies governing the operation of the undergraduate curriculum and its instructional program. The committee shall review and make recommendations concerning proposed changes to any undergraduate curriculum. The committee will consist of one elected member from the academic departments and one student member. The Vice President for Academic Affairs and the Registrar are ex-officio members.
DISCIPLINE COMMITTEE
The Discipline Committee is responsible for the development of policies in areas which relate to student discipline. The committee hears cases referred to it involving University student discipline and shall determine discipline consistent with the substantial evidence presented at the discipline hearing. Hearings of this committee are governed by rules developed by the committee consistent with legal due process procedures in student discipline and approved by the legislative branch of the Associated Students, the University Administration, and the University Board of Regents. A meeting of the Discipline Committee may be called by the Chairperson at the request of any student body member or faculty member. The committee will have three faculty members appointed by the Faculty Senate, one of whom serves as chairperson. There are three student members. *This committee is for non-residential offenses.
EVALUATION COMMITTEE
It is the responsibility of this committee to set up procedures for student evaluations of faculty and faculty self-evaluations. The committee will have five teaching faculty members appointed by the Faculty Senate, one of whom will serve as chairperson. There are two student members. The Vice President for Academic Affairs is an ex-officio member.
GRADUATE COUNCIL
The Graduate Council is responsible for developing policies governing the operation of the Graduate Division and the University graduate curriculum. These policies are administered by the Director of the Graduate Division and include admission to degree candidacy. The Council will consist of one elected member from each department participating in graduate programs and one student member.
The Graduate Council is chaired by a member elected by the Council. The Director of the Graduate Division is an ex-officio member.
INSTRUCTIONAL RESOURCE COMMITTEE
This committee advises the library and the Outreach Service departments on the development of book, periodical, reference collections, and other instructional resources, on the distribution of library and media services funds among the various academic departments, and advises on such other matters of library policy requested by the Library Director. The committee will have one elected member from each department, one of whom serves as chairperson. There are two student members. The Library Director is an ex-officio member.
STUDENT AID COMMITTEE
The Student Aid Committee is responsible for the formulation and implementation of University policies for the various financial aid programs. The committee will have two faculty members appointed by the Faculty Senate, one of whom serves as chairperson. There are two student members. The Director of Financial Aid and the Director of Admissions are ex-officio members. The committee is responsible for hearing and deliberating on irregular requests for student aid.
TEACHER EDUCATION COMMITTEE
The function of the Teacher Education Committee is to promote interdepartmental communication about the teacher education program. The committee will consist of one elected member from each department which offers "methods" courses for teacher education, the director of the School of Education, the Director of Clinical Experiences, and two students (education majors) to be appointed by the student body president. The chairperson must be a faculty member and will be elected by the Committee.
STUDENT APPEALS COMMITTEE
The Student Appeals Committee is an appellate committee to which decisions of the Admissions and Academic Standing Committee, Discipline Committee, Student Aid Committee, and Housing may be appealed. The Student Appeals Committee will have three teaching faculty members appointed by the Faculty Senate, one of whom serves as chairperson. There are three student members. Both faculty and student members of the Student Appeals Committee should not serve on committees over which this committee has appellate jurisdiction.
STUDENT APPEALS HEARING GUIDELINES
**Prior to the hearing - Check with the Student Appeals Committee Chairperson for any additional guidelines that may have been instituted by the committee.
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