Student Services

The Office of the Dean of Students provides a caring environment for students and contributes to their success and their development as global citizens and future leaders. Our goals for students are to:

• Serve as their advocate
• Provide programs and services to help them understand their new responsibilities as a university student
• Empower them with principles that foster personal responsibility and educate them on the ethical decision-making process and healthy behaviors
• Support in addressing student concerns and/or complains with navigating the university environment

The Office of the Dean of Students is committed to helping students succeed. Students are welcome to visit with the office staff where we can assist you with any of the following:

• Referral to campus resources
• Connect with campus resources if you are experiencing distress, difficulties, adjustments, or coping with changes, etc.
• Support you and your family if you encounter extenuating/unexpected life circumstances
• Return to campus after being absent due to medical or other factors
• Dean’s certifications

The Office of Career Development Services offers assistance in five major areas:

• Career planning and placement
• Co-ops/internships
• Job location and development
• Assistance to students pursuing admission to graduate and professional schools
• Volunteer service opportunities that support and enhance career exploration and personal development.

Career Planning and Placement

Career Planning and Placement services are available to students and alumni. The range of services include

• Career exploration and counseling
• Conducting workshops that enhance job-seeking skills, workplace performance and expectation
• Arranging seminars conducted by representatives of various business, corporate, educational, governmental, and service organizations
• Scheduling on-campus interviews for internship and employment positions with representatives from a wide range of business and service industry categories
• Workshops to prepare students and alumni for conducting effective interviews
• Assistance in the preparation of resumes, cover letters and post interview communications

Experiential Learning Programs

Experiential Learning Programs are designed to strengthen your academic program through experiential learning and the practical application of acquired knowledge. Co-ops and internships are experiential learning programs which provide opportunities to gain work experience prior to graduation. Schedule a meeting with your academic advisor/internship coordinator to see if you can earn college credit for co-op/internship experience.

Co-op: A structured educational strategy integrating classroom studies with learning through productive work experience in a field related to a student's academic or career goals. It provides progressive experiences in integrating theory and practice. A co-op is a paid work experience in a professional setting. Students who do co-ops may work during the fall, spring or summer terms.

Eligibility Requirements: Candidate must be in good university standing, have completed sophomore-level courses with a 2.5 minimum cumulative GPA and have full-time student status. Students must check directly with their departments for specific minimum work periods and register with the Office of Career Services.

Internship: Any career-related work experience of limited duration that provides students with an opportunity to gain experience before they graduate while earning academic credit hours. The student works in a professional setting under the supervision of at least one practicing professional. Positions may or may not be paid. Students participating in internships may work during the fall, spring or summer terms.

Eligibility Requirements: Candidate must be in good university standing, have completed freshman-level courses with a 2.0 minimum cumulative GPA and have full-time student status. Interested students must check directly with their academic departments for specific minimum work periods in addition to registering with the Office of Career Services

Job Location and Development (JLD) Program

The Job Location and Development (JLD) Program assists students in obtaining part-time, temporary, seasonal, or summer employment. The JLD coordinator assists the student with identifying positions commensurate with the student’s interests and skills, informing students of employment opportunities. Jobs identified through the JLD program cover a variety of fields. The student does not receive academic credit for participating in the JLD program; however, the career experience is usually relevant to the student’s career aspirations. The experience also enhances the student’s confidence in his or her abilities, establishes a work history, provides financial assistance in the form of salaried employment, and gives the student an opportunity to improve interpersonal skills.

Graduate and Professional School

Graduate and Professional School assistance is provided to students interested in attending graduate or professional school. The office serves as a clearing house of information regarding graduate and professional school opportunities, provides assistance in preparation of graduate school applications, schedules and coordinates visits to graduate and professional schools, hosts graduate school fairs, and offers other related services.

The Community Service and Service Learning Program

The Community Service and Service Learning Program at Winston-Salem State University operates under the name of Project GIVE (Getting Involved {through} Volunteer Experiences). Project GIVE allows WSSU students to enhance their leadership skills through volunteer service activities on the WSSU campus, in the greater Winston-Salem community or their hometowns. By assisting service agencies dedicated to improving the human condition, students learn how to use their time, energy and abilities to make a positive impact on their surroundings.

The program is supervised by the Coordinator of Community Service based in the Office of Career Services (301-E Thompson Center). The coordinator serves as the link between local service agencies and all members of the WSSU community to establish volunteer opportunities that match student academic and/or personal interests. The coordinator also records all acceptable volunteer service hours earned by students during their enrollment. Students can use this information as a reference on applications for student organization, graduate schools or scholarships that require details of their volunteer service or for placement.

The Office of Career Services staff are available from 8:00 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. Mondays through Fridays. Evening hours are posted at the beginning of each semester and other times may be scheduled by appointment.

The program is supervised by the Coordinator of Community Service based in the Office of Career Services (301-E Thompson Center). The coordinator serves as the link between local service agencies and all members of the WSSU community to establish volunteer opportunities that match student academic and/or personal interests. The coordinator also records all acceptable volunteer service hours earned by students during their enrollment. Students can use this information as a reference on applications for student organization, graduate schools or scholarships that require details of their volunteer service or for placement.

Hours

The Office of Career Services staff are available from 8:00 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. Mondays through Fridays. Evening hours are posted at the beginning of each semester and other times may be scheduled by appointment.

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) extends federal civil rights protection in several areas to people who are considered “disabled.” Built upon a body of existing legislation, particularly the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the act states its purpose as providing, “a clear and comprehensive national mandate for the elimination of discrimination against individuals with disabilities.”

As required by law, Winston-Salem State University will make every effort to provide auxiliary aids to students who require such assistance. Certain standards must be met for individuals to qualify for the Act’s protection. To be considered “disabled” under ADA, individuals must have a condition that impairs a major life activity, or have a history of such a condition, or be regarded as having such a condition.

A campus coordinator has been designated to assist students with disabilities. To receive assistance, students with a documented disability will need to provide documentation and complete the registration form on the Disability Services website. Any information supplied is voluntary; information will be shared only with personnel responsible for assisting students with special needs.

Any persons needing accommodations under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act(s) or the American with Disabilities Act should contact Disability Services online or at Blair Hall, room 115.

The Wellness Center is here to assist you in being successful at WSSU. We can help with most physical health, mental health, and substance abuse concerns. Our Health Care Delivery Method consists of an integrated evidence-based care team delivery model (Patient Centered Medical Home Model). Our Student Wellness Center model of care consists of a fully-integrated evidenced-based holistic approach that combines the skills of medical providers (physician and nurse practitioners), counselors, case manager, social worker, pharmacist, advocates and other support staff to ensure high quality care. We encourage students to be self-responsible in their health care in an accessible model that is also affordable. Our primary goal is to promote health, prevent disease, and enhance student success and graduation. For more information visit us at the A.H. Ray Student Health building on campus or visit our link at http://www.wssu.edu/campus-life/dean-of-students/wellness-center/. Below are a description of the services offered within the Wellness Center:

University Counseling Center

The University Counseling Center offers a wide range of programs and services primarily for students, both undergraduate and graduate. These activities focus on the individual needs of the student and present a balance of theory and practice in developing a well-rounded individual. The University Counseling Center has made a commitment to faculty and staff to assist them in their efforts to improve the quality and delivery of information to students in and out of the classroom. With this in-depth learning experience, students can acquire the tools necessary to become effective, confident and assertive people.

The fundamental mission of the University Counseling Center is to provide for students and assist them in developing a broader awareness of self while facing and negotiating the challenges and obstacles evident when participating in university life. The University Counseling Center supports the university’s mission by (1) assisting and offering services that will contribute to students’ well-being and growth within the educational structure and (2) providing counseling services to students experiencing stress and adjustment concerns due to personal problems, financial matters, decision making, academic concerns, anxiety and depression, or other conflicts with the campus community.

The University Counseling Center handles psychological problems, relationship and family issues, and emergencies and crisis situations. It is necessary for students to talk with trained professionals who understand what they are feeling and experiencing. A director and counselors are available and serve as skilled listeners who help students clarify issues, discover and explore their true desires and feelings, and deal effectively with problems and concerns at the university. The University Counseling Center staff act as advocates for students and are involved in student development programs, freshman seminar teaching, and consultation activities that support the efforts of administration, faculty and staff in improving the overall university environment. In addition, counseling workshops, seminars and other outreach activities promote personal and social growth and enhance the quality of student life. All services are designed to complement and support students as they pursue an academic career/degree.

Students may request services themselves or through referral. Many services are delivered through individual and group counseling sessions, workshops and outreach activities.

The University Counseling Center’s full-time staff consists of the director, three full-time counselors and an office assistant. Over the past several years, based on need and funding allocations, the University Counseling Center has employed work study students, and supervised and mentored student interns. The University Counseling Center staff is available from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, and other times may be scheduled by appointment. Referrals to external agencies are made as appropriate. Call 336-750-3270 or send an e-mail message to the appropriate staff member. Location: A. H. Ray Building, Suite 155, 815 Bruce Street, Winston-Salem State University, Winston-Salem, North Carolina 27110.

Pharmacy Services

Our pharmacy fills prescriptions for students currently enrolled at Winston-Salem State University. We can fill prescriptions prescribed by doctors at the Wellness Center as well as prescriptions from outside providers. If a prescription is called in from a doctor outside of the Wellness Center, please call in advance to ensure that the pharmacy carries the medication prescribed. General services include:

• Prescription Processing: We are currently able to process prescriptions for students with the Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP). We are actively working towards enrolling with other insurance providers. Until that process is complete, our students can continue to utilize our other local pharmacies. (Please note that students have the right to choose the pharmacy of their choice and are in no way obligated to use the Wellness Center Pharmacy.)
• Over-the-counter Purchases: We carry over-the-counter medications for a variety of ailments including: Emergency contraception, cold/flu/allergy relief, digestive aids, mild pain relievers, and skin protectants.
• Individual Consultation: The pharmacist is available for private consultation regarding health-related questions/concerns.

For more information about the Pharmacy services and the medical insurances we currently accept please visit the department website.

Student Health Services

The A.H. Ray Student Health Center serves minor medical needs of WSSU students. The center is accredited as Medical Home to WSSU students and provides episodic illness evaluation and treatment, health maintenance, support groups, health education, laboratory services, and maintains a dispensary. Student Health Services clinical staff include a medical doctor, two nurse practitioners, and 3 registered nurses as well as other administrative support staff to help student patients with excellent customer service and patient care.

All UNC system, of which WSSU is a constituent university, students are required to maintain medical insurance coverage. The system offers an optional comprehensive medical insurance program for students. For more information, call the A.H. Ray Student Health Center at 750-3300.

All students are required to submit a complete and up-to-date copy of their immunization record to the health center or online via the MedPass program available from the department’s website. For additional information on this requirement visit the Student Health Services website.

130A-155. Submission of certificate to colleges or universities. (1) No person shall attend a college or university, whether public or private or religious, excluding students attending classes in off-campus sources at either public or private institutions, unless a certificate of immunizations required by G.S. 130-A-152 is presented to the college or university. The person shall present a certificate of immunizations on or before the first day of class attendance to the Health Center or Registrar of the college or university. If, however, you graduated from high school in North Carolina, a copy of your certificate of immunization may be obtained from your high school and presented to the offices listed, thus the requirements of this section are satisfied. If a certificate of immunization is not in the possession of the college or university on the first day of class attendance, the college or university shall present a notice of deficiency to the student. The student shall have 30 calendar days from the first day of attendance to obtain the required immunization. If the administration of vaccine in a series of doses given at medically approved intervals requires a period in excess of 30 calendar days, additional days upon certification by a physician may be allowed to obtain the required immunizations. Upon termination of 30 calendar days or the extended period, the college or university shall not permit the student to attend the school unless the required immunization has been obtained.

The General Assembly of North Carolina Section 1. Chapter 130A of the General Statutes

Winston-Salem State University is committed to providing financial aid to students who would otherwise be unable to attend the institution. This assistance is designed to supplement student and family contributions toward expenses.

Beginning January 1 of each year, students may apply for financial assistance at WSSU by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form. Students are strongly encouraged to establish February 15 as the target date for getting the free application or renewal application in the mail to the federal processor (envelope is attached to the application). By doing so, students will receive their Pell Grant Student Aid Reports (SARs) in time to submit them to the Financial Aid office on or before the April 1 priority deadline. Students interested in applying for financial assistance for summer school must complete the following each year beginning March 1:

1. Have on file current year’s FAFSA
2. Submit application for financial aid for summer school
3. Submit application for Stafford Loan
4. Observe all deadlines pertaining to summer school.

The dates for submitting all financial aid applications will be posted in the Financial Aid. Students must enroll in six hours for the first session of summer school in order to be eligible to receive financial aid. Failure to adhere to this rule will result in the immediate cancellation of all federal student aid. Enrollment in the second session is optional.

Prior to disbursing funds, the Financial Aid office reviews each student’s record to make sure he/she is still maintaining satisfactory academic progress. The following is WSSU’s statement of satisfactory academic progress:

Statement of Satisfactory Academic Progress - SAP

The Higher Education Act requires Winston-Salem State University to develop and apply a consistent standard of academic progress. It further requires that a student must maintain satisfactory academic progress in a course of study leading toward a degree in order to be eligible for financial assistance.

Winston-Salem State University has developed its Satisfactory Academic Policy to carry out the statutory requirements that a student MUST be making satisfactory progress to be eligible for institutional aid (scholarships, grants and loans) and federal aid (federal Pell Grants, State Student Incentive Grants, federal College Work Study Program, all federal Stafford Loans, federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants, and the federal Perkins Loan Program).

All enrolled continuing students must be making satisfactory progress toward completion of a four-year program at Winston-Salem State University to be eligible for financial aid. These policies apply only to students eligible to receive financial aid and do not reflect eligibility to enroll or re-enroll.

Winston-Salem State University’s Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy for students receiving aid under Title IV (HEA) programs corresponds with the policy used for students who do not receive Title IV funds. The policy is applied consistently to all students within identifiable categories (such as full-time, part-time, etc). The policy conforms to the standards of Winston-Salem State University’s accrediting agencies.

Grade Point Average for Qualitative Progress

Before a student is considered to be making satisfactory academic progress, the student must have the appropriate cumulative grade point average and cumulative semester hours earned. For more information about the process for satisfactory academic progress please contact the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid, all students have an assigned financial aid counselor and information is available on their website accessible from the WSSU website www.wssu.edu click on the tabs for Admission and then Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid.

Housing and Residence Life supports the academic mission of the university by offering opportunities for individual and collective growth of students who live on campus. The department exists to facilitate the personal development and academic growth of residents by providing (1) facilities that allow students to live in secure, clean and comfortable surroundings, conducive to the pursuit of academic excellence; (2) programs that address cultural, emotional, ethical, intellectual, occupational, physical, social, and spiritual needs; (3) programs that integrate residence life with student's academic experiences and self-awareness; (4) programs that promote personal and collective responsibility that will have a lasting impact on the lives of students; and (5) programs that utilize technology in the daily lives of the residents.

Housing and Residence Life operates on a "living and learning" concept. Here, students are challenged to improve interpersonal relationship skills, to live peacefully, and to interact with others from different cultural, regional, and socioeconomic backgrounds. Students enjoy a healthy range of adult freedoms while carrying out their responsibilities at school.

Living and Learning Communities

Currently Housing and Residence Life offers three Living-Learning Communities (LLC).

• W.I.L.D. (Women Involved in Leadership Development) which allows first year women the opportunity to live together and develop their leadership skills through campus outreach and other events. W.I.L.D.’s mission is to develop leadership skills through mentorship, leadership activities, service and community building.
• W.I.S.H. (Women in Science and Health) LLC offered to sophomore and junior women majoring in any of the science or health fields. The women have the opportunity to reside in the W.I.S.H. community which is supported by a Faculty-In-Residence.
• FYRE (First Year Residential Experience). This living-learning environment is specifically designed to meet the needs of first-year students and create a community of learners that help support each other through the transition into college. Participants have increased access to faculty and staff, programs relating to transition issues, involvement in community service, and a peer mentoring program. We have dedicated staff whose singular responsibility is to assist these students, track their progress, meet regularly with them to provide advice and encouragement, and help them develop skills to be successful.

Student Personal Property Insurance

The university is not liable for damage to or loss of students’ possessions (whether due to fire, smoke, wind, water, theft, or other causes) and cannot pay students for such losses unless it is determined by the state of North Carolina that the loss was caused by the negligence of a state employee. Therefore, unless coverage is provided under an existing homeowner’s or renter’s policy, students should consider purchasing separate property insurance. Brochures and applications for this type of coverage are available in the Office of Housing and Residence Life.

For more information, call the housing office at 336-750-3400.

University Recreation (UREC) promotes healthy lifestyles for the students, faculty and staff of WSSU through a variety of outstanding programs and new facilities. Full-time students receive an automatic membership to the UREC facility. Membership options are available for part-time students, faculty and staff.

UREC compliments many academic programs offered at WSSU and serves as a laboratory for unlimited educational endeavors. Students receive practical hands-on learning through volunteering, field experience, internships, work-study, and campus jobs.

The Fitness Facilities

Whether you are just starting out or serious about your workout, our staff and facility are here to support your efforts. UREC offers three floors of amazing opportunities. The third floor boasts two group fitness rooms, a personal training suite, a TRX suspension training system, and a track with specialized fitness spaces. The second floor offers locker rooms and a complete cardio workout area. The cardio area includes treadmills, elliptical machines, adaptive motion trainers, upper body ergometers, rowers, upright bikes and recumbent bikes. The first floor includes a two court gym and a complete weight room facility. The weight room contains selectorized machines, plate-loaded equipment and free weights. Complimentary fitness orientations are provided to all users.

University Recreation provides oversight to the lighted Intramural Field and track near the Childhood Development Center and to the Pit, our outdoor court space. UREC utilizes Whitaker Gym for open recreation, club sports and intramural sports.

Fitness Programs

University Recreation promotes fitness through one-on-one, motivational and group programs. Personal trainers and trained fitness staff members can provide you with the tools you need for success. Their knowledgeable guidance ensures a safe, effective and efficient workout. Motivational challenges and programs allow participants to work toward goals, acknowledging achievements of individuals and groups. Powered by high-energy music, challenging exercises, and motivating instructors, GroupX classes are designed to make your fitness goals easily attainable by giving you a fun and energizing workout. No experience required – first time exercisers are welcome!

Sports

From open recreation to intramural and club sports, UREC offers a variety of opportunities for students, faculty and staff. Take this opportunity to try something new, make friends and stay fit. Every year hundreds of members of the WSSU community participate in Intramural Sports through men’s, women’s and co-rec leagues, tournaments and special events. Our club sports teams participate in various regional and national championships, while gaining valuable leadership, management and athletic skills. Just want to play? Come to the courts or fields for some pick-up ball.

Special Events and Trips

Explore Winston-Salem and the outdoors with UREC. WSSU is between the mountains and the beach, making it an ideal location for a day trip in the outdoors. Previous trips have included snow skiing, whitewater rafting, deep sea fishing and horseback riding. UREC sponsors nights out bowling, skating, golfing and playing at the trampoline park. Join in the fun.

University Student Activities and Engagement disseminates budget information, coordinates workshops and informal sessions to student groups on organizational development and leadership topics such as publicity and promotion, time management, motivation, and assessing appropriate leadership styles. University Student Activities and Engagement seeks to reinforce academic learning and retention while stimulating appreciation of cultural differences, civility, expression of ideas, citizenship, creativity, leadership development and an earnest desire for social justice. Organizations are encouraged to apply for assistance to support their programming needs. Students may choose from approximately 120 student organizations; including but not limited to, music groups, departmental student groups, and university committees in which to participate. Additionally, there is an opportunity for any student to create a new student organization to serve a niche provided there is an identified interest.

The staff from Career Development Services and USAE coordinate a student involvement fair as an opportunity for students to learn about Winston-Salem State University clubs and organizations and of opportunities with other agencies in the Winston-Salem area. This fair is held the second full week of the fall semester and spring semester.

Student organizations are encouraged to use the student center's facilities before reserving alternative campus spaces. The student center reservations telephone number is 750-3354.

Lyceum Programs

The Lyceum program offers a variety of cultural activities that include a Performing Arts Series, the Joseph N. Patterson Lecture, and an Academie Series. Recently, the Performing Arts Series has brought to the campus professional musicians, dancers, and theatrical groups such as contemporary jazz artist Dianne Reeves, Three Mo’ Tenors, the dance company Philadanco, and actor John Amos. The Patterson Series has hosted Robert f. Curl, Jr., Nobel Laureate in Chemistry; Sonia Sanchez, noted author, poet, and professor of English and Women’s Studies, and a Women’s Forum entitled “Women of Purpose.” The Academie Series has invited artists such as The Ritz Chamber Players, The New Century Saxophone Quartet, and the Dallas Brass. In addition to performing, artists in the Academie Series conduct workshops, master classes, and/or lecture demonstrations for music majors and other interested students. The Lyceum Cultural Events Series also serves to connect the university with the local and regional community, bridging town and gown.

Recognition of Student Organizations

The Recognized Organization Council serves as the governing umbrella in which all student organizations sit under. The council provides funding for campus organizations with regard to student programming and student travel initiatives. ROC meets monthly to discuss student organization events and provides a leadership workshops for all student organization at the beginning of each semester. To be recognized on campus (gain permission to use WSSU facilities and receive funding), a student group should follow these procedures:

Eligibility Requirements

A student is eligible for extracurricular activities if they are registered for the semester in which their name appears as a member on a student organization roster. Some activities such as participation in intercollegiate athletics and Greek life may involve special requirements.

Definition of extracurricular activity

An extracurricular activity is an activity that the university sponsors, for which academic credit is not granted nor required for graduation.

Benefits of Recognition

Recognition of a student organization is a privilege. It enables groups to become an official part of the university and provides a means of coordinating and communicating information about the organization’s purposes and membership opportunities. Benefits extended to student organizations that have been recognized include use of university facilities and services, use of the university’s name and eligibility to apply for student activity fee allocations. Specific facilities and services available include:

• Leadership and personal development
• University student center meeting rooms, classrooms, buildings, and grounds.
• University printing services
• University mail systems
• Posting privileges
• Access to OrgSync to advertise your organization, recruit members, and promote events

Membership within Organizations

Recruitment can be done in a variety of ways. An all-campus mailing campaign is a tool commonly used to introduce the organization to the student body. The Student Involvement Fair is conducted for the purpose of generating interest about campus organizations. It is a convenient, inexpensive way to advertise new membership openings. Membership could be further boosted by asking a member of each present organization to bring a friend to the next meeting.

Before using any method, however, understand that recruitment will only be effective if an organization has an identity. You can make yourself known on campus by having successful programs, advertising your name or using promotional tools to publicize the existence of your organization. All members should have an understanding of the group’s purpose and objectives in order to communicate its activities and programs to others. Word-of-mouth is the cheapest advertising available, and it can be the most effective, but be prepared to make your group look appealing to potential members.

The USAE staff will gladly help plan campaigns by offering helpful tips such as advertising to a target group on campus or advertising for experienced people to fill specific openings on the committee.

• Submit a constitution to USAE for approval (models for constitutions can be obtained in the office).
• Submit a list of officers (president, vice president, secretary, and treasurer) and the name of the organization's faculty advisor.
• Submit a statement signed by the organization president and faculty advisor which specifies membership will be on the basis of individual merit and free from discrimination because of race, creed, national origin, or handicap.
• Any organization with a national office must submit a letter stating that the campus organization has permission to be affiliated with the national organization and has permission to use the national name.
• Any organization that uses a pledge/initiation process may be held accountable to the same rules governing such processes as all Pan-hellenic organizations.
• The treasurer and president of each organization must attend the Student Organization Finance Workshop prior to gaining recognition.

The Student Government Association (SGA) is composed of all students registered at the university, and serves as a liaison between the student body and administration. SGA develops and sponsors a diverse program of recreational, social and cultural events on a regular basis. SGA officers and designees participate in institutional governance in a number of ways and are appointed as members of many university committees to ensure student representation and involvement. The president of SGA serves as a voting member of the university’s board of trustees. Officers are elected by student vote each year.

The Cleon F. Thompson, Jr. Student Services Center is a multi-dimensional facility which houses a number of student services offered at Winston-Salem State University. In addition to the staff/faculty dining room and food court, the following services and offices are located in the center:

Enrollment Services, Post Office, Commuter Lounge (game rooms, TV lounge, study room, and recreational areas), Student Government Association offices, Bookstore, Aramark Food Services offices, RamCard office, Registrar’s, Financial Aid, Student Accounts, Housing & Residence Life, Dean of Students, Interpersonal Violence Prevention, Student Conduct, and the Office of the Vice Chancellor of Student Affairs. Meeting rooms and a multipurpose room provide adequate space for students to gather in large or small groups for a variety of purposes.

In 2013, the Student Centers expanded to include the Donald J. Reaves (DJR) Student Activity Center. DJR is designed to be an energetic part of the University and facilitate the union of formal and informal educational programs. The departments that comprise this building provide services, facilities, and programs for the development and enrichment of the university community through cooperation with the various departments within the University. We are committed to identifying and responding to the diverse needs and interest of the university community in creative and innovative ways. The center is a 96,000 square feet state of the art modern facility that houses a host of activities and services on all three levels. As students enter DJR they find what we believe are very popular areas, the Food Court, which includes several small restaurants that we hope will appeal to a variety of appetites. Vendors include favorites such as Subway, Grab-N-GO, Burger Studio and Popeye's. DJR visitors will be able to enjoy a pick-up-game, in the courtside dining area, as they consume their restaurant selections.

Competing with the food court on the first level is the well-equipped weight room and the modern two court gymnasium. The Campus Hall on the first level allows students use of two multipurpose rooms to host their special activities such as student body forums, poetry slams, banquets and movies.

The second level of the DJR Student Activities Center will house all the business offices and meeting spaces for the Department of Student Affairs that ensure smooth management of student activities. Student organizations have office and meeting spaces on this level as well. Additional student centered spaces on the 2nd level include a salon and barbershop, cardio fitness room, locker rooms, and a general student lounge space with a fireplace for students to relax and take a breather.

Finally, the third level of DJR features a waterfall, an indoor jogging track and two group exercise rooms that will serve to promote health and wellness among students, faculty, and staff. DJR also features a commuter lounge for commuting and non-traditional students.

Facilities Use Contract Agreement

The use of facilities and arrangements for stage set-up, etc. that involve Physical Plant services should be requisitioned at least three weeks in advance. All information should be clearly stated on the agreement. Forms are available in the office of University Student Activities and Engagement. Students who need to use K.R. Williams Auditorium, Whitaker Gym, Cleon F. Thompson, Jr. Student Services Center, or any other campus space, should complete the agreement in advance.

Banner Rams On-line is Winston-Salem State University’s WEB for Students and Faculty product. Each student needs a pin number to access the system. Your initial PIN information is a combination of your date of birth (mmddyy) until you change it. There are several technology resources available to students, please visit the university website at www.wssu.edu and follow the link to “Current Students” for instructions on the various computing and web services.

Banner Rams On-line for students is a simple process. Log on to the WSSU website www.wssu.edu and click on Banner Rams On-line. Key in your student identification number and six character personal identification number (PIN). The next page will also ask for your personal identification number (PIN) for verification.

Services available through WEB For Students include:

• Register for Classes (must contact advisor prior to registering)
• View academic record-grades, institutional
• Transcript transfer, degree audit
• View course catalog
• View class schedule
• View account Summary
• View financial aid information
• View holds
• View e-mail address
• View and update addresses

Computer Labs on Campus

The computer labs listed below are available for students to use to retrieve their e-mail, visit Campus Pipeline accounts and get any of the information above.

• Academic Computing Center, Ground Floor, R J Reynolds Building
• Commuter Student Lounge 3rd floor, Cleon F. Thompson, Jr. Student Services Center
• O’Kelly Library
• Multi-Media Lab, 2nd Floor O’Kelly Library
• RJ Reynolds building 1st Floor