Resource Guide

Academic Dean's Office (ext. 2181). The Academic Dean's Office has primary responsibility for the academic program and curriculum as well as oversight of the academic advising program. The office is located on the second floor of Hege Library. Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.

African American Affairs Office (ext. 2466). The Office of African American Affairs coordinates services and provides administrative leadership to engage and nurture Guilford's black community. With the goal of increasing retention, recruitment and the overall achievement of African American students, we work to advise, educate, mentor and setup networking opportunities for all that feel the need to utilize our resources. Through a wide range of initiatives, the office develops programs that explore the social and institutional issues that enhance the awareness and appreciation of cultural and racial diversity. This anti-racist approach serves as a vehicle to build bridges while encouraging students to become agents of social change. The office is located on the second floor of Founders Hall. Hours: Monday-Friday, 9-5 p.m. Call 316-2466 for information.

Art Gallery (ext. 2438). The Guilford College Art Gallery displays the college's permanent collection and occasional traveling exhibitions in several galleries throughout Hege Library. Atrium galleries and glass display cases are available for viewing during library hours. Additional works of art and resources pertaining to the art collection are stored in the curator's office on the lower level of the library. These are available by appointment with the curator, who is also available to answer questions regarding the gallery, collection and other cultural resources in the area. Internship and work-study opportunities are available. The main gallery is open Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; and Sunday 2 p.m.-5 p.m. (during the academic year). The main gallery is closed during the summer.

Athletics (ext. 2190). The intercollegiate athletics program offers 16 sports. Men's sports include football, baseball, basketball, soccer, cross-country, tennis, golf and lacrosse. Women's sports include volleyball, basketball, tennis, softball, swimming, cross-country, soccer and lacrosse. Both athletic insurance and a physical examination by the team physician are required for participation. Practice times vary, but most are from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. weekdays. Athletic offices are located on the first and second floors of Alumni Gym. Hours: Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.

Bookstore (ext. 2156). Items for purchase include: texts, school supplies, Guilford clothing and other imprinted merchandise. The bookstore is located in the lower level of Founders Hall. Hours: Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Friday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Campus Ministry (ext. 2445). The Campus Ministry Office enables and encourages members of the college community to harmonize their lives with their religious traditions or explore patterns of spiritual development. Campus Ministry facilitates campus religious organizations, aids community members in the process of spiritual discernment and provides regular opportunities for worship, discussion, study and service. Active student organizations on campus include: Hillel, Quaker Concerns, the Guilford Council of Religious Organizations, the Guilford Christian Fellowship, and St. Mary's House, an Episcopalian student ministry.

Regular worship and discussion opportunities are held in the Hut and include: Morning Meeting, 8:05-8:20 a.m. daily; Midweek Meeting 5:30-6 p.m. Wednesdays; Tuesday Prayer and Worship noon-1 p.m.; College Meeting for Worship Sundays 1 p.m. in the Moon Room of Dana Auditorium; and periodic "Friday Hut Nights" at 7 p.m. with movies, games and discussion. Other outreach includes small group discussions, a campus ministry newsletter, Religious Emphasis Week, and fall and spring break work trips.

The Campus Ministry Office is located in the Hut, between Founders and Shore Halls. Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Career & Community Learning Center (ext. 2187). The Career & Community Learning Center assists students and alumni in setting and achieving their career and life goals. Through personal advising, assessment, and experiential activities, counselors and program coordinators help students identify interests and skills, relate college experience to the world of work, and plan their next steps after graduation. Special programs, career fairs, and one-credit courses also assist students in their planning. An alumni network gives students access to Guilford graduates who are willing to share their expertise.

The Center houses a library of rich resources that help students plan a major, investigate graduate programs, develop a polished resumé, conduct an effective job search or find an internship (the Internship program is discussed in Chapter VII). Reference materials on national and international companies and agencies in the nonprofit sector are also available.

The Center also coordinates and supports a strong service component, including the Bonner Scholars Program (this program offers scholarships to qualifying students interested in community service). Through this component, students can choose from a wide range of service opportunities in the Greensboro community. With staff support, students initiate and manage an array of diverse programs at sites that include a prison unit, homeless shelter, refugee community, etc. Training in leadership skills, program management, and cultural understanding is provided to participants.

Students who want to explore issues of faith and vocation can also find assistance and resources in the Center. An experienced staff person is available to help students reflect on these important issues and connect them to their career planning.

Students who want to develop skills and experiences in the social change field can enroll in the Leadership for Social Change Program. This program includes opportunities for students to connect with mentors (usually Guilford alumni) and to complete a summer internship.

The Center serves all students and alumni and encourages early involvement. The Center is located in the lower level of Founders Hall.

Center for Continuing Education (ext. 2179). The center provides admission and academic support services for adult students (over the age of 23), houses an adult student lounge and mailboxes and supports an adult Student Government Association (SGA). The SGA office telephone number is 316-2432. The Center for Continuing Education is located in Hendricks Hall. Hours during spring and fall terms are Monday and Thursday, 8:30 a.m.-8 p.m., Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. (See Continuing Education Information later in this handbook.)

Club Sports (ext. 2388). Students who are interested in other sports or in a less demanding time commitment may choose to participate in one of the Guilford club sports programs. The Office of Student Activities and Leadership, located on the first floor of Founders Hall, manages these activities. Men's rugby, women's rugby, and ultimate Frisbee are the club sports currently offered. Anyone interested in another athletic activity, however, is invited to initiate a new club sport by working with the office of student involvement and leadership.

Conference and Events Office (ext. 2401). Any group or organization wishing to use space on the Guilford College campus should contact the Conference and Events Office. All details pertaining to the reservation are handled through this office, located in Bauman.

Conflict Resolution Resource Center (ext. 2446). The Conflict Resolution Resource Center (CRRC) at Guilford offers an effective approach to resolving those conflicts that inevitably occur among people living in a close community. Our style of conflict resolution is compatible with the Quaker tradition of understanding, listening and cooperation. CRRC staff members (both student and staff/faculty) are available to speak to groups about conflict management and provide consultation, facilitation and mediation services.

The Community Agreements Initiative is a residence hall program being piloted in Binford Hall that provides opportunities for students to engage in dialog about how they will live together in community and how they will resolve conflicts. The Initiative is housed within the CRRC and student staff provide facilitation for the Community Agreements meetings.

The CRRC is a safe, conveniently located environment for resolving conflicts. All services are confidential, available at any time with an appointment and are free to students, staff and faculty.

Flexible hours by appointment
Hege Library, Room L-8
336-316-2446

Correspondence Center (ext. 2268). Students may have copying/printing done in the Correspondence Center. Payment must be made before orders can be released. The center is located in Room 110, King Hall. Hours: 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday- Friday.

Counseling Center (ext. 2163). The Counseling Center seeks to provide traditional students with opportunities for personal growth and exploration in a safe and caring environment. We are committed to helping students navigate the difficult transitions and challenges of college life, including relationship concerns, alcohol or drug use, issues with food and body image, academic or social pressures, depression, anxiety and grief. We provide crisis intervention, assessment, and short-term counseling at the center, with referral available to resources in the community for longer term or more specialized counseling. Hours: Monday -Friday 8:30-5:00 by appointment (please call 316-2163). After hours by calling the Public Safety Office. We are located in the basement of Founders Hall.

The Student Financial Assistance and Planning Office (ext. 2354). The Student Financial Assistance and Planning Office is responsible for determining financial assistance eligibility, administering federal programs, authorizing on-campus work-study jobs and advising students with financial concerns. As most financial aid resources are based on financial need, students wishing to apply for aid may apply online. If this is not possible, forms may be obtained in the Financial Aid Office. Meeting deadlines is very important. The Student Financial Assistance and Planning Office is located on the second floor of New Garden Hall. Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.

Disability Services is housed within the Learning Commons and consists of the Coordinator and Alternative Learning Specialist who facilitate disclosing disabilities and arranging reasonable ADA accommodations.  In order to disclose, see the college’s disability policies and procedures at the following link: Americans with Disabilities Act: Disclosure and Request for Reasonable Accommodation(s).

For more information, including the semester’s tutoring schedule, please see the LC web pages: www.guilford.edu/lc

Facilities and Campus Services (ext. 2902) Please use the following link to report any facilites or maintenance related problems.

• Submit a Work Order

First Year Program (ext. 2425). The First Year Program addresses student needs from the point of admission to the college through the declaration of the major. To assist with this transition, the First Year Program coordinates all summer contact with students prior to their first year and operates the CHAOS (orientation) and First Year Experience Lab programs. The First Year Center, located in 202 Founders Hall, houses the First Year Advisory Board, the Director of New Student Programs and  the Director of the First Year Program. First-year students may drop by or make an appointment to get their questions answered or to find out what is going on around campus.

QUARC (ext. 2374). The Queer & Allied Resource Center, located in Ragan Parlor in Dana Auditorium, provides a place of support and advocacy for the Queer & Allied community members at Guilford. Through educational and social programming, the QUARC staff work closely with Guilford PRIDE, the student organization for Queer & Allied students, to promote a supportive environment within the resource center and throughout our campus community. The resource center is staffed by a part-time adviser and a part-time student coordinator working collaboratively with student volunteers.

Student Health Services (ext. 2194). The center offers outpatient services for acute and chronic care with an emphasis on preventative health maintenance. The staff consists of a full-time registered nurse, and a part-time registered nurse. Fifteen hours per week, physician assistants from Urgent Medical and Family Care see students with scheduled appointments. Office visits to the campus RN or PA are free of charge to main campus students. Continuing education students are treated for immunization compliance only. Several office laboratory tests are conducted on site, free of charge. Any laboratory work processed off campus, such as x-rays, would require an additional fee. The Student Health Office is located in the lower level of Founders Hall. Hours are Monday - Friday 9 am - 1pm and 2 pm - 4 pm. After-hours calls are treated by Urgent Medical and Family Care (299-0000) and local emergency rooms, Wesley Long Hospital (832-1000) and Moses Cone Hospital (832-7000). The Student Health voicemail message gives instructions for after-hours medical treatment. You may also contact your RA or Security for emergency procedures.

Hege Library (ext. 2450). The library supports the full range of academic and teaching programs of the college. All students, faculty and staff of the college are entitled to use library services. The library is open Monday-Thursday 8:30 a.m.-2 a.m.; Friday 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; and Sunday, 12 p.m.-2 a.m. Access to the library's public catalog and other electronic resources is available through any computer connected to the campus network, locally or via the Internet. The library Web page provides up-to-date information on library resources and services.

• Circulation. Books and other library materials are checked out at the circulation desk located on the first floor. Materials placed on reserve by professors also are located here. A Fax machine (336-316-2950) is available for student use at a small charge. Printer/copiers connected to the campus network charge individual student printing/copying accounts.

• Overdues and fines. Failure to return library materials when due may result in loss of library privileges. In addition, fines are charged for certain types of overdues and for lost or damaged books. (See the library Web page for details.) Notice of fines is sent to student campus e-mail addresses. Fines unpaid after three notices will be sent to the Student Accounts Office for collection and/or result in a block with the Registrar's Office.

• Information/Reference Services. The Information/Reference desk is located on the main floor of the library. Staff provide bibliographic and research assistance, and will aid students with searching both free and licensed electronic resources. The library Web page provides self-help guides to use of the library and other resources for student research. Brief questions or requests for in-depth reference appointments can also be made by phone (ext. 2265) or e-mail via the Library Web page. (See above.)

• Consortium Exchange through the NC-PALS Network. Guilford students may check out materials from Bennett College, Elon University, Greensboro College and Salem College with a valid Guilford student identification card. They may also place requests for such materials through the NC-PALS online catalog. Notification of arrival is by campus email, at which time materials may be collected at the Circulation Desk. Students may also check out books from UNC Greensboro using their Guilford College i.d. card and at North Carolina A&T State University with a letter from Hege Library staff; inquire at the Circulation Desk. Materials borrowed from UNCG or NC A&T must be returned directly to the lending library.

• Interlibrary Loan. Students may submit interlibrary loan requests for books and articles not available in Hege Library or consortial arrangements. The request form is available on the Library Web page. (See above.) Notification and collection procedures are as for NC-PALS loans, except that some journal articles may be delivered as e-mail attachments.

• Computer facilities. Besides desktop computers in the Information/Reference area and the Betty Place Classroom on the Lower Level, Hege Library has laptops that can be checked out from the Circulation Desk for use by wireless network throughout the Library. There are also public terminals connected to the Internet for consulting the NC-PALS catalog and other Web-based resources.

• Explore! Hege Library also offers videos, records, CDs and listening/viewing facilities. There is an impressive permanent art collection in Hege Library displayed in several galleries. The Friends Historical Collection, which includes the College Archives, may be used for research on the history and beliefs of the Religious Society of Friends (both locally and internationally) and Guilford's past. Start your exploration with a virtual tour.

Information Technology and Services (ext. 2525). IT&S provides the following services for students: public computer labs, computer classrooms, multimedia classrooms, e-mail for all students, voice mail for on-campus students (when requested), local telephone service, a copy button system, cable television, a Help Desk including Media Services, and network access to most residence hall rooms. The Bauman public labs (open year round) are equipped with PCs, Macs, scanners and printer/copiers. Computer lab use can include e-mail, calendaring, online conferencing, class assignments using discipline specific software, Internet research, word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, scanning and image manipulation, digital and analog video editing and areas for small group projects. Students who wish to connect their own computer to the network, which would provide the student with access to the campus network (including e-mail, calendar, conferences and network storage) and the internet, need to make sure that their computer meets the minimum standards. Students who may need assistance in getting connected to the network can contact the IT&S Help Desk. All students, faculty and staff should follow the Guilford College Network Acceptable Use Policy.

Media Services, also located at the IT&S Help Desk, provides both audiovisual equipment and services; equipment includes, but is not limited to, digital cameras, image scanners, data projectors and analog and digital camcorders. Other services include duplication of non-copyright videotapes and audiotapes.

The IT&S Help Desk also provides phone support, walk-in support, just-in-time training to students, faculty and staff and is the source for multimedia equipment checkout.

IT&S is located in the Bauman Telecommunications Center, Room 101. For general information, e-mail its@guilford.edu call the Help Desk at 336-316-2525 or check us out on the Web at www.guilford.edu/its

Learning Commons (ext. 2253). The Learning Commons(LC) is located on the second floor of Hege Library and is designed to help students learn more effectively and efficiently across the curriculum and throughout their lives. The LC is not a remedial center; rather, it provides support for all students, including Early College, adult, traditional, honors, under-prepared, students with special needs, students on academic probation, and those doing creative writing, advanced course work or senior theses.

The Commons offers a variety of services: professional tutors who assist with writing, study skills, reading, time management, test taking, quantitative literacy, and learning differences; peer tutors who assist with course-specific needs; Learning Strategies and Alternative Learning classes each fall & spring; class & group presentations on a variety of topics, such as writing process and time management, and a campus reading series for creative writers. The LC also has a variety of resources for students: a computer lab; space to study, tutor, and be tutored; books, handouts, and other valuable resources, such as semester-at-a-glance calendars; a helpful link on the Guilford College web site and assistive technology, including Kurzweil Reader (scans texts and reads them) and a magnifier for use with printed texts.

Lost and Found (ext. 2909). Inquiries can be made at the Information Desk located in the Founders Hall lobby, the Circulation Desk in Hege Library, and the Public Safety Office in Bauman Center.

Multicultural Resource Center (ext. 2433). The Multicultural Resource Center, located in Founders Hall, supports the college's goal to create an anti-racist, multicultural campus community by strengthening our ability to recruit, retain, educate, and graduate a diverse student body. The Multicultural Resource Center is staffed by the Multicultural Leadership Scholars who work with the Multicultural Staff Team to create a campus ethic of inclusion that fosters communication across the divides that continue to separate us, including: race, culture, ethnicity, class, sexual orientation, gender, religion and learning differences.

Office for Campus Life (ext. 2186). Campus Life provides leadership and professional support for the college's student life and residential life programs. The dean and staff are available to answer questions and address concerns on issues that impact the lives of Guilford students. Students with physical or psychological disabilities should contact this office for referral to and coordination of needed services. The office maintains student records and serves as a source of information and referral. Applications for on-campus housing, student room assignments, petitions to live off-campus, meal plan exemption petitions and summer school housing are handled through this office. The Office for Campus Life is located on the second floor of Founders Hall. Hours are Monday-Friday, 8:30a.m. -- 5 p.m.

Office of Student Accounts (ext. 2176). The Office of Student Accounts maintains the financial accounts of each student. Tuition, fees, deposits, room, board, fines and other charges are processed by various departments into student accounts for billing purposes and maintained by the Office of Student Accounts. The Office of Student Accounts is located in the lower level of New Garden Hall. Hours: Monday and Thursday 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

PE Center (ext. 2850)

• Admission: The PE Center facilities, which include Alumni Gym, Ragan Brown Field House, two weight rooms and a Cardio Room, are available to all students. A current Guilford College ID must be presented upon request when entering the building. Students should enter the building through the front doors.

• Hours: Hours of operation are listed on the Guilford College Web site or call ext 2857 for daily updates.

• Dress code and equipment: Students must bring their own towels with them but basketballs are available from the check-in desk with a valid Guilford College ID. Soft-soled non-marking athletic shoes are required when using the basketball courts, volleyball courts, weight rooms and Cardio Room. Everyone should review the dress code, which is posted on the doors to the weight rooms and Cardio Room prior to working out for the first time.

• Lockers: The PE Center has lockers and showers available for use on a daily basis as well as locks but you must present a valid Guilford College ID.

• Swimming Pool (ext. 2857): Please see the Web site for pool hours or call ext 2311 for daily updates. All of our lifeguards are certified.

• Tennis Courts: Tennis courts are available on a first come first serve basis and are open around the clock.

Project Community (ext. 2452). Project Community, a centralized community service office, coordinates information about volunteer opportunities and encourages student involvement in the broader community. The office is run by students and supervised by the director of community learning. Hours are posted in the lower level of Founders Hall. The Volunteer Fair, held at the beginning of the fall semester, connects students to volunteer opportunities in more than fifty non-profit agencies.

Public Safety Office (ext. 2908/2909). The Public Safety Office is located in the lower level of the Bauman Telecommunications Center. The department provides 24-hour service that safeguards the college's population, facilities and property. It is staffed by professional personnel. The college encourages the active involvement of all community members in keeping the campus a safe and secure environment for education. Office hours: Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Office phone: 316-2908 or email security@guilford.edu. For emergencies call: ext. 2911.

Radio Station (WQFS 90.9 FM) (ext. 2444/2352). The college radio station is student-managed and features a wide variety of music. With transmitter facilities located atop Founders Hall, WQFS broadcasts to over 250,000 people in the Triad area.

Pool Questions (Extension 2857). Please see the Web site for pool hours.

Recreation Room. Video games, billiard pool and ping-pong tables are available for student recreation. The recreation room is located in Dana Lounge on the first floor of Founders Hall. Hours and equipment are available at the Information Desk.

Registrar's Office (ext. 2121). Students register for classes online in November and April. Personal information, holds, financial aid, account status and interim and final grades can be viewed online with BannerWeb. BannerWeb can be accessed from the Guilford's Web site with any computer with an Internet browser. Final grades are not mailed home.

The staff can answer questions regarding a student's academic record. Students can seek information on academic adviser changes, class schedules, transfer credit evaluations and course availability. Forms for transcript request, drop/add slip, election of credit/no credit grading option, change of adviser and major form, and permission to take credits elsewhere are also available. Unofficial transcripts are available to current students free of charge in the Registrar's Office or they can be printed from the Web. Official transcripts, requested in advance, are available for $5 each; on demand, official transcripts are $10 each. The Registrar's Office is located in the lower level of New Garden Hall. Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.

Sexual Assault Services (ext. 2297). The Assistant to the dean for campus life and Health Educator coordinates the Sexual Assault Response Team, the Sexual Assault Victim Advocacy program, and the Sexual Assault Task Force and Education and Acts as a liaison for students to campus resources, and can provide information about education, support, and crisis management.

Student Leadership and Engagement Office (ext. 2388). The Office of Student Activities and Leadership is located behind the Founders Hall Information Desk. The student involvement and leadership staff is responsible for the administration of a comprehensive campus activities program, which includes advising student organizations and planning student leadership programs throughout the year.

Student Organizations. Guilford's student clubs and organizations are governed by the Community Senate, through a committee called the Inter-Club Council (ICC). To initiate a new club or find out about existing clubs on campus, students should contact the student chair of ICC or the office of student involvement and leadership. Additional information is also available on the Web site, under the link for "current students." Organizations are expected to make themselves aware of policies and procedures applicable to their groups. Clubs, and/or members of clubs, may be held accountable for violations of such regulations and of the college policies as outlined in the Guilford College Student Handbook.

Student Mail Center (ext. 2122) - Student mailboxes are located on the lower level of Founders Hall. Every student is assigned an individual mailbox with a combination lock. Box assignments and combinations are available through the Registrar's Office. The student will keep the same mailbox for the entire stay at Guilford.  Any break in registered attendance, including a leave of absence, will cause mailbox reassignment. Below is an example of the correct mailing address for students (use your name in place of John Q Student and use your assigned number in place of the 12345 shown in the example below):

John Q. Student 
12345 FOUNDERS HALL 
5800 West Friendly Avenue 
Greensboro, NC 27410 

DO NOT include the word mailbox, box, number, box # or P.O. Box before Founders Hall. Simply put your number and FOUNDERS HALL. Any variation in this address format is considered a bad address and will result in your mail being delayed or returned.  Stamp sales and parcel pick-ups are available in the mail & print services building (the one story red brick building located at the four way stop across from the side of Bryan Hall), Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Other hours are announced and posted as needed. If you receive items too large to fit in your box, a blue slip will be put in your box to inform you that you have a package. You must present the blue slip and a picture ID to pick up the item from the mail & print services building. The weight limit for outgoing stamped domestic mail is 13 ounces, international mail limit is 6 ounces. Any items over these weights must be taken directly to the post office (nearest location is the Guilford Station, 5704 W Market Street). Please remember to fill out a forwarding card with us when you graduate, leave for the summer or study abroad, or if you are not returning for the next semester.  If you don’t fill out a forwarding card or sign up to keep your mailbox, your mail will be returned to sender or recycled in compliance with USPS regulations.

Student Employment Services (ext. 2302). The Student Employment Service (SES), a part of the Career & Community Learning Center, assists students seeking part-time (on and off-campus) and summer employment. Students have access to the on-line OPTIONS conference, which lists part-time opportunities in the greater Greensboro area as well as nationwide summer positions. SES also posts available on-campus jobs for students who have been awarded work-study as part of their financial aid package.