Student Development
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Mission Statement for Student Development
The mission of the Student Development Division is to promote student success through education, programs, and services that address all aspects of a student’s life. The division, in partnership with the academic program, encourages students’ intellectual, emotional, and spiritual growth in preparation to be life-long learners and contributing citizens.
Rules and Regulations
By enrolling in Young Harris College, a student becomes a citizen of the College community, which consists of everyone who works, lives, studies, and learns on the campus, as well as everyone who visits the campus. Each student’s personal life should be conducted in a context of mutual regard for the rights and privileges of others. It is further expected that students will demonstrate respect for the rights of students, faculty members, and other employees. Regulations which govern the lives and conduct of Young Harris College students are found in the student handbook, Guide to Student Life. Individuals should further recognize that group living requires some compromises and that some regulations are necessary in order to protect the individual rights and the welfare of the College.
Student Services
Student Counseling Services
Students looking for a safe space to discuss personal challenges and mental wellbeing are encouraged to use available on campus counseling services. These free and confidential services are provided by Licensed Professional Counselors.
Face to face services are available during regular business hours (Monday - Friday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm) by appointment. Students also have free access to virtual counseling services through Uwill. Students can register here in just minutes using their YHC email address. In addition to providing short-and long-term counseling, Uwill offers a 24/7 crisis line, caled Uhelp. Call Uhelp at 833-646-1526 for 24/7 crisis support. Both face to face and virtual counseling services are provided to students at no additional cost. Should long term treatment, medication management, and/or psychological evaluation be needed, the office of counseling services will assist with referral to appropriate local provider.
Student Counseling Services also provides periodic presentations, workshops, resources, and posts related to mental health and wellbeing to students, staff, and faculty. The Counseling Office is located on the lower level of the RCC in the Success Center suite beside Chick-Fil-A.
Accommodations for Students with Disabilities
Young Harris College is committed to providing an environment in which all students are given a reasonable opportunity to learn and work to their full potential. In compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the College will provide reasonable accommodations for students with known disabilities. Young Harris College recognizes a student with a disability as anyone who has submitted appropriate documentation of a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities. Accommodations are made on a case-by-case basis, determined by the nature of the documented disability and of the specific College program and facilities involved.
Guidelines for required documentation are available from the Disability Services Office (disability@yhc.edu, or (706) 379-5042) located in in the Success Center.
A reasonable accommodation is an alteration or adjustment to a course, program, service, activity, or facility. It is designed to offer a qualified student with a disability reasonable access to the same opportunities, benefits, and privileges available to a similarly situated student without a disability. The accommodation is not required if it would fundamentally alter the nature of the course, program, service, or facility, or if it would result in an undue burden for the institution. To determine reasonable accommodations, the College will seek information from appropriate personnel regarding essential standards for courses, programs, services, activities, and facilities.
The Director of Disability Services coordinates the provision of reasonable accommodations in the academic program for students with documented disabilities. The Disability Services Office will work with each qualified student to design an individualized and confidential Student Support Plan and to coordinate accommodations throughout the academic term. For more information, for a copy of current policies and procedures, or to schedule an appointment, please contact the Disability Services Office staff (706-379-5042).
For further information regarding access to campus housing, facilities, activities, and events please contact the Disability Service Office (706-379-5042) or the Office of Residence Life Office of Residence Life (706-379-5300)
The Office of Career & Professional Development
The Office of Career & Professional Development at Young Harris College is dedicated to providing Young Harris College students with a comprehensive range of personalized services designed to foster professional success. Through major and career exploration, employer interactions, and various learning opportunities, students can enhance their employability skills and define their career paths.
In-person services are available by appointment during regular business hours, Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Additionally, career development programming is offered throughout the academic year, featuring events, workshops, and presentations. Career Services is conveniently located on the second level of the Rollins Campus Center, within the Student Development Suite.
Dining Services
Through its contracted food service provider, Sodexo, Young Harris College offers a program of nutritious and balanced meals in the Grace Rollins Dining Hall. In addition to regular meal service, special dinners, picnics, and banquets are held throughout the school year. A private dining room may be reserved for special occasions. For groups traveling or planning an off-campus event, arrangements can be made for a bagged lunch.
Health and Wellness Services
All students are required to have medical insurance coverage in compliance with the Affordable Care Act. International students are required to purchase an international student medical insurance policy that is effective prior to entering the United States and that remains in effect until the student arrives back in their home country. For questions or more information about medical insurance coverage, contact Student Health Services at 706-379-5057 or smcclure@yhc.edu.
The College complies with all legal and ethical obligations to safeguard personal health information. Medical records will only be released or disclosed in a manner that is consistent with ethical and legal obligations to protect the medical privacy of persons who have Personal Health Information (PHI) on file.
The College provides degree-seeking students with access to the Virtual Care Group at no additional charge. Service includes: virtual physician visits, mental health visits, and crisis counseling. If you are ill or injured, you should seek medical care with a provider, locally, at home, or through the Virtual Care Group. All students are encouraged to have a first aid kit on hand that is stocked with basic over-the-counter needs including adhesive bandages of various sizes, pain reliever, medication for gastrointestinal discomfort and symptoms, antibiotic cream, a means of cleaning minor cuts and scrapes, and any other items that the student may use on regular basis.
Religious Life
Since the founding of the College in 1886 by a Methodist circuit-riding preacher, Rev. Artemas Lester, religious life has been an integral part of Young Harris College experience. Open to the entire campus for persons of every faith or no faith, the Office of Religious Life endeavors to create space, opportunities, and conversations on campus where faith-seeking and discernment connects with life inside and outside the classroom. Religious Life programming includes weekly worship services in the Chapel at 6:30 pm every Wednesday, 10+ Religious Life student groups, student leadership opportunities, various types of small learning groups, retreat and conference participation, and service opportunities for students who are seeking to be engaged and challenged to grow spiritually. Religious Life is directed by the Dean of the Chapel and Chaplain, Rev. Dr. Adam Daniels, who also provides pastoral care and counseling to students and other members of the campus community.
Residence Life
The Residence Life staff is committed to providing and maintaining clean and safe living environments conducive to intellectual and personal growth, where students can study and share ideas with peers, faculty, and staff whose culture, lifestyle, and opinions may be very different from their own. The Director of Residence Life manages the overall residential living program, while professional, live-in Residence Life Coordinators (RLCs) and student Resident Assistants (RAs) work with specific residence hall communities. The Residence Life Programming Model offers social and educational programs that provide students with numerous opportunities to become integrated with campus life and culture.
Police Department
The Young Harris College Police Department is a certified police agency recognized by the State of Georgia. The department is staffed by certified officers with full police powers authorized to enforce College polices as well as all local, state, and federal laws. The campus is patrolled and an officer is on duty 24-hours a day, seven days a week, year-round. In addition to general safety and law enforcements services, the Police Department maintains campus crime statistics and reports, conducts educational programs, issues parking decals and enforces campus parking policies, provides safety escorts, and security and traffic/parking assistance for athletic and campus-wide events. The Police Department office is located adjacent to the common room in Manget residence hall.
Intramurals
Intramural sports programming at Young Harris College provides a variety of team and individual activities for students, staff, and faculty. Leagues and day tournaments offer opportunities for competitive play in a safe environment while also providing a means for students to stay active, make new friends, and have fun. Our intramural sports programming creates a positive environment where students are encouraged to explore healthy ways to hone their social skills, strengthen their abilities, and sharpen their agility. We keep our program fresh by offering new and interesting sports and activities to a broad range of participants.
For additional information on intramural sports at Young Harris College, contact the Recreation and Fitness Center or visit https://www.yhc.edu/student-life/recreation/center/intramurals.
Campus Life and Student Activities
The mission of the Office of Campus Life and Student Activities is to provide Young Harris College students with opportunities to engage in co-curricular experiences, both on and off campus, that are designed to enhance the development of the whole person. The office supports the College’s academic programs and complements the overall educational experiences of students through development of, exposure to, and participation in social and cultural events. Many of the programs offered through the Campus Activities office are planned and implemented by the student-led Campus Activities Board (CAB). The office also supports the activities of approximately 60 other student organizations that welcome student participation, energy, and leadership. With honorary and service organizations, religious fellowship groups, club sports, fraternities and sororities, and special interest clubs, there are activities and organizations that appeal to every student’s interests.
New Student Orientation - Readiness Orientation and Academic Registration
The R.O.A.R. Program is designed to help ensure a smooth transition to Young Harris College for both students and their families. Young Harris uses an extended orientation model that consists of a one-day summer pre-orientation, a more intensive four-day orientation before classes start in the fall, welcome week activities, and the Intro to College course Mountain Lion 1000. This program is designed to support the individual and comprehensive needs of both students and their families. This program is REQUIRED for all new students.The R.O.A.R. Program includes:
- Ready to R.O.A.R. - Students and families attend a one-day session that provides basic information needed during the summer prior to attending as a full time student. Students receive their academic schedules, attend sessions regarding opportunities and obligations, and meet some of their peers.
- R.O.A.R. - After a successful session of Ready to R.O.A.R., new students are ready to participate in R.O.A.R. before their first day of class. The completion of this program is REQUIRED for all new students. This intensive four-day program includes activities and sessions designed to learn more about how to make a successful transition to college life here in the enchanted valley.
- Welcome Week Activities - Welcome Week Activities provide opportunities for students to meet and engage with fellow students while participating in shared experiences in relaxing and fun activities.
- Mountain Lion 1000 - The Mountain Lion 1000 course facilitates students’ transition to Young Harris College and encourages the development of foundational skills for academic and personal success. Students will learn how to become members of the college community and engaged citizens in a broader world.
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