CASAS offers valuable resources to graduate students both in person and online including writing support for graduate students, thesis support, English language learner support, academic success coaching, tutors (in limited subjects). All services can be accessed online.
CASAS provides reasonable accommodations for graduate students with documented disabilities, temporary health conditions, pregnancy-related conditions, and those who are English language learners.
Barnes and Noble University Bookstore carries graduate course textbooks, general topics books, academic supplies, graduate academic regalia for commencement, art supplies, clothing, magazines, toiletries and greeting cards.
The Hilton C. Buley Library https://libguides.southernct.edu/home maintains over 100 databases and electronic collections, and houses over half a million items including books, serials and serial back files, microforms, maps, government documents, rare books, video media, and more. It is also the home of the School of Graduate and Professional Studies and a Graduate Study Room.
The five floor facility is also home to two computer labs, the Learning Resources Center, Information Technology offices, the Department of Information and Library Science, one library instruction classroom, and quiet rooms available for individual or group study.
Librarians are available online and in person for research assistance. Online and on-ground graduate students can schedule a one-on-one personal research session to have assistance finding resources, receive basic library orientation, or to learn to use advanced research materials.
For more information: https://libguides.southernct.edu/form1on1
Graduate students can also access books, journals, and other media not available at Buley library or within the CSCU library system by using Interlibrary Loan (a free service for SCSU graduate students). https://libguides.southernct.edu/ill
The library chat service provides safe and prompt assistance, and walk-up assistance is available at the Research & Information Desk M-F.
Online research assistance is available via chat, email, text/SMS (203) 490-0756, and by phone (203) 392-5732.
The fourth floor of the Buley Library houses the School of Graduate and Professional Studies, as well as a Graduate Study room.
University Police
The University Police provides police services to the university population of faculty, staff and students. It operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week and can be contacted by calling (203) 392-5375. The Police Department is located in Granoff Hall on the residential life side of campus.
Campus Watch Police Escort Service
University Police offers an on-campus escort service 24 hours a day for your safety. Simply call the University Police Department at (203) 392-5375, state your name, location, and destination, and, as long as your route is on university property, an officer or a student campus watch assistant will accompany you.
LiveSafe
The LiveSafe app provides students, faculty and staff with a direct connection to campus safety so that everyone can easily communicate all their safety needs.
Student Conduct
The Student Conduct office is responsible for ensuring a fair, just and impartial conduct process for students charged with violating the Student Code of Conduct, with a goal of providing education and resources to achieve respect, civility and integrity for all members of the university community.
Violence Prevention, Victim Advocacy and Support Center (VPAS)
VPAS is committed to helping to create a campus community of respect and safety by providing violence prevention education, victim advocacy and support services. Services, information and referrals are available to students of all gender identities.
The Center for Educational and Assistive Technology (CEAT) helps students with disabilities gain access to the same technology other students use to achieve their educational goals, and trains them to use adaptive hardware and software. For more information, please email at ceat@southernct.edu or call (203) 392-5799.
Commuter Student Services offers special programs and services for commuter students. You can find a variety of resources to help you as a commuter student as you navigate your way through university life. This site is updated regularly with events, activities and services provided to our commuter students. This information includes train and bus schedules, locker rentals, frequently asked questions, and parking information.
On-Campus Dining and Food Service
SCSU’s Food Services are provided by Sodexo. There are several dining locations for graduate students, faculty and staff spread across the university campus.
On-Campus Food Pantry
The university understands that graduate students may have some trouble buying the food that is necessary for them to eat in a healthy manner during the school year, while still paying for tuition, gas, books and other expenses associated with higher education. To assist these students, an on-campus food pantry for students has been established in the back of the Wintergreen Building. For more information about guidelines and hours of operation: https://inside.southernct.edu/dean-of-students/food-pantry
Students that have an urgent need to access the pantry and cannot come during the posted hours of operation are welcome to email the Food Pantry at foodpantry@southernct.edu.
Housing
Graduate students are warmly welcome to live on campus with other graduate students! https://grad.southernct.edu/housing/
Grants for Graduate Students
Grants are given to matriculated students on the basis of demonstrated financial need. The range for full-time graduate students is $200 – $3000 and the range for part-time graduate students is $200 – $1500 per academic year. http://southernct.edu/financialaid/grants.html
Loans for graduate and doctoral students: To be considered for a federal student loan, graduate students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA): https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa for the appropriate academic year and meet eligibility requirements. http://southernct.edu/financialaid/loans-graduates.html
SCSU Foundation Scholarships
Through the generosity of alumni, parents, and friends of the University, the SCSU Foundation manages over 300 scholarships that are available to both undergraduate and graduate students. A graduate student must be enrolled in 9 SCSU credits to apply. You will be automatically matched to any scholarship whose criteria you meet. A selection team will review all qualified applicants. An email will be sent to you when the selection of recipients is finalized prior to July 15 each academic year. https://inside.southernct.edu/foundation-scholarships
GSAC Awards for Research and Travel
https://inside.southernct.edu/gsac/funding
RSAC Awards for Research and Travel
https://inside.southernct.edu/rsac/calls
Graduate Student Employment
On-campus student employment and off campus positions are listed in JOBSs. The Career and Professional Development Center recommends students make an appointment with a career counselor to ensure that their résumés and credentials are in order before applying for positions.
Graduate Internship Positions
The Student Affairs Graduate Internship positions prepare students for a wide range of career opportunities in student services at the postsecondary level. This program provides students with the opportunity to develop first-hand knowledge of student affairs professions and gain hands on experience in many areas with the Division of Student Affairs. Learn more about requirements, available positions, application dates and compensation
Financial Aid Office
For advice, application forms, important deadline dates and general information, in person and online graduate students can contact the Financial Aid office at (203) 392-5222.
Student Financial Literacy and Advising Office
Need help figuring out how to pay for your education? This office makes financial literacy a priority by helping students figure out a plan to pay for their college expenses. Students can learn payment plan options as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities through one-on-one advising, presentations and resources. Online and on campus resources are available to all students. Call for an appointment (203) 392- 8862.
Student Health Services plays an essential role in the health and well-being of students by providing cost-effective quality health care, health teaching and encouraging and promoting responsible health habits. Student Health Services provides information on safe sex and contraceptives, pregnancy tests and urinalysis, and for a list of medical care, laboratory and diagnostic services, medications and medical supplies available through the service. SCSU also houses lactation rooms around campus.
The Wellness Center provides information on topics including sexual health, tobacco use, nutrition, drugs and alcohol, sleep and stress. The staff facilitates health promotion activities for the campus community, including educational sessions, special events, outreach in residence halls and classrooms, and other programs. (203) 392-6526
SCSU Counseling Services offers a wide variety of resources to help graduate and online students adjust to life, providing psychological support as students pursue academic and personal goals and enhance the quality of their educational experience. You can call to set up at appointment for an initial consultation. (203) 392-5475
The Fitness Center, located in the Adanti Student Center, offers a place for graduate students to improve or maintain their physical health and fitness level. With purchase of a membership, graduate students can use a wide variety of equipment and participate in group fitness classes.
Hillel is the Jewish Culture and Learning organization on campus. It is open to all regardless of denomination, faith practice, or background. Hillel provides a safe space to gather with other Jewish students to celebrate holidays and traditions, pray, study, eat, shmooze, do social action projects and be in a fun community together.
Shabbat services are held every Friday at 4:30 p.m. in the Interfaith Office, ASC 227. Weather permitting, services are also held outdoors in the Remembrance Garden.
For more information: https://inside.southernct.edu/interfaith
Online and on campus students can isit Information technology for help accessing MySCSU, Blackboard Learn, Office 365, Remote VPN, and resetting passwords.
Technical support is offered in person in Buley library, through online chat, and a 24/7 phone service.
The Southern Owls are something to cheer about – consistently ranking among the top Division II programs in the NCAA. With an impressive 75 individual National Championships, 10 Team Championships, and more than 700 All-Americans in our history, it’s not a surprise that Southern’s athletics program ranks among the best in the nation.
With 17 intercollegiate programs (seven men’s, 10 women’s), the Southern Owls are full-fledged members of the Northeast-10 Conference. The gymnastics program has a conference affiliation with the Eastern Collegiate Athletic Conference.
The Interfaith Office nourishes opportunities on campus for the spiritual and religious growth and faith formation for students, faculty, and staff. The Interfaith Office recognizes the many faith traditions represented on campus and seeks to provide hospitality to all.
There is a meditation room on the second floor of the Student Center. For more information visit the main office in Adanti Student Center 325 or call (203) 392-5888.
The International Education Office helps international students with campus details, from admissions and registration to housing and transportation. It also assists with federal forms and regulations that are a part of international study. (203) 392-6947.
The Multicultural Center serves as a resource for graduate students and the campus community in promoting an awareness and appreciation of cultural diversity.
It sponsors educational programs/trainings, art exhibitions, film series, lectures and conferences and houses a book and video library. (203) 392-5888.
From childcare to lactation rooms, we understand the unique needs of students who are parents.
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Family Study Room
Room 120 in Buley Library is a Family Friendly Study Space. This room welcomes and encourages student parents to bring their children to the library. The Family Friendly Study Space includes child-friendly furniture, books, toys, and a study area for parents.
Southern’s Career and Professional Development Center offers graduate students assistance with resume design, cover letters and job searches, and provides comprehensive career resources for all students. A range of in-person and virtual programs and resources enable students to explore, define, prepare for and realize their career objectives.
Southern’s Office of Workforce and Lifelong Learning have a variety of programming to meet all of your needs. Choose from credit-level undergraduate and graduate certificate programs, non-credit and workforce training, and a variety of free and low-cost professional development opportunities.
Graduate students can park at Lot #1, behind the Fitch Street Garage between 7 a.m.-11 p.m. and in Lots #5, #12 and #12B between 4:30 p.m. and 11:00 p.m., and all day at Wintergreen and West Campus Garages. Graduate students are prohibited from using SCSU parking facilities behind Davis Hall / Clinic only. https://inside.southernct.edu/safety/parking
The Registrar’s Office is responsible for course scheduling, registration and maintenance of official academic records to support current and former in person and online students. Many services may be completed online in Banner Student or students may contact the office directly for further assistance with:
- Applications for in-state residency
- Registration services
- Enrollment and degree verification
- Changes to enrollment status
- Degree audit, awards, and diploma services
- Academic policies and procedures
- Transcript requests
- Transfer credit approvals for continuing students
The Sexuality and Gender Equality (SAGE) Center offers a positive academic, cultural and social environment for all people of sexual and gender diversities including lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex, queer, questioning, and allies. The SAGE Center provides resources spanning holistic health, career development, identity and relationship support.
The Open Door Closet is also open to graduate students in need of clothing, shoes accessories, wigs and toiletries. Students can access the Open Door Closet by stopping by the SAGE Center in the Adanti Student Center room 324, and a member of our team can direct them to the closet so that they can retrieve the items that they need. Students can also call the SAGE Center at 203.392.8989 to inquire about particular items of need, and a member of our team can notify the student of the availability of the requested item. If the item is available, we can put it aside for the student for pick-up in the SAGE Center.
https://inside.southernct.edu/sage-center/open-door-closet (203) 392-8989
Getting around campus is easy when you use the SCSU Shuttle Bus Service, supervised by University Police. During the fall and spring semesters, it operates on a fixed route schedule throughout the campus and surrounding community, including to the Union Train Station in New Haven.
Currently, there are five shuttle routes that service the 10 enclosed bus stops located throughout the campus. For more information and the live shuttle bus tracker: https://inside.southernct.edu/shuttle-services
If you have any shuttle questions or concerns, please contact us at (203) 281-5470. On-campus shuttle service is available Monday-Friday.
After hours, students may utilize the Late Night Owl Service, which provides walking escorts to students, faculty and staff. Please call (203) 392-6367.
This Student Accounts office is primarily responsible for student billing, payment, refund, and veteran enrollment certification processing. Students and authorized users may log in to complete most services online or contact the office for further assistance to view bills, make payments, print 1098-T tax statements, set up payment plans, sign up for direct deposit, and grant account access to parents/third parties. (203)392-6140.
The Dean of Students Office assists the Vice President for Student Affairs with projects and initiatives designed to enhance student success. It also serves as a sounding board for student ideas, needs and issues and provides advisement to committees and major student governing groups and helps in person and online students navigate university policies and procedures. (203) 392-5556 deanofstudents@southernct.edu
The Associate Vice President / Dean of Students oversees the Disability Resource Center; Counseling Services; Student Health Services; Wellness; Violence Prevention, Victim Advocacy and Support Center; Graduate Intern Program; Graduate Student Affairs; Lyman Center for the Performing Arts, Office of Student Involvement and Leadership Development, University Food Pantry; and Office of Student Conduct and Civic Responsibility.
The Veterans’ Center provides veterans, National Guard, Reservists, and dependents with counsel, academic and career advisement, and assistance with the GI Bill and the Veterans and National Guard Tuition Waivers. Located in Engleman Hall Room A 014, the Veterans Center is a great place to meet other veterans, socialize, network, and share military experiences ,
The Center includes a separate computer lab with printing. The Veterans Association holds its meetings at the Center and sponsors a ‘Veterans Tutoring Veterans’ program and academic coaching programs. (203) 392-6822
The Vice President for Student Affairs oversees Residence Life; Athletics; Academic Success Center; Adanti Student Center; Orientation, Transition and Family Engagement; Veterans and Military Affairs; University Access Programs, Sexuality and Gender Equality Center (SAGE); Multicultural Center; Academic Advising and Career and Professional Development Office.