Student Services

• Advising
• Career and Internship Services
• Career Exploration
• Community Services
• Counseling Services
• Disability Services
• Early Childhood Learning Center
• Health Insurance
• Learning Assistance
• Math Lab
• Reading/Writing Lab
• Student Success Program
• Wellness

Advising

1 Johnston Hall
727-3440
Link: Student Services

Students are strongly encouraged to consult with their advisor throughout their academic career. Advisor assignments are given to new students with their assessment results. Advisors play a valuable role in helping students meet their educational and career goals. All new students must have the signature of an advisor before registering. Continuing students should meet with an advisor before registering to better understand the Miami Plan, divisional requirements, and appropriate course selection. A list of faculty advisors for the various majors is available from the Student Services staff in Johnston Hall Room 1. There are special advisors for pre-major and undeclared students. Also, students who need to petition for grade changes should come to this office.

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Career and Internship Services

109 Johnston Hall
727-3271
Link: Career Services

This office assists students with internship, co-op, full-time, and on-campus jobs. Available jobs are posted on web pages, job boards, listservs, and in the career library. Students can register on-line to be in a searchable database accessed by employers. Students are assisted with career options, resume writing, interviewing, job search techniques and strategies, and making employer contacts.

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Career Exploration

109 Johnston Hall
727-3271
Link: Career Services

This office assists students in developing, evaluating, initiating, and implementing career plans. Use of the Career Library and Internet resources is encouraged. Students should complete the Internet assignments on the detailed brochure before making an appointment.

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Community Services

1 Johnston Hall
727-3233

Partnerships with local agencies collaborations exist between the campus and many local and regional agencies. Faculty, staff and students have the opportunity to participate in a variety of community outreach projects. Partnerships currently exist with the local school system along with several United Way agencies. A complete listing of partnerships is available in the Office of Student Affairs.

Counseling Services

1 Johnston Hall
727-3431
Link: Student Services

Students seeking counseling can learn about a number of personal and relationship issues: self-esteem, anger or stress management, single parenting, career decision making, effective communication, internet addiction, loneliness, depression, eating disorders, trauma, and wellness. Counseling is a safe place and is confidential. Although walk-ins are welcome, appointments are encouraged. Community agency referral is provided when necessary. Outreach programs are available on request.

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Disability Services

1 Johnston Hall
727-3431
Link: Disability Services

Disability Services provides accommodations for students with disabilities; psychological, physical, and learning. Students with documented disabilities will be provided with services ranging from note takers and furniture to technology or special arrangements in order to access the educational process. Students are encouraged to make appointments early for priority scheduling, ordering books on tape, or meeting other needs.

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Early Childhood Learning Center

Verity Lodge
727-3220
Link: YMCA Child Care Center

The Early Childhood Learning Center is operated by the Middletown Area Family YMCA and is available for children 3 to 6 years of age. The program is licensed by the state of Ohio and is open year round from 6:30 am - 6 pm. The Early Childhood Learning Center is open to all Mum faculty, staff, students and Middletown area community members. Please call (513) 727-3220 or (513) 727-5470 for further information or questions.

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Health Insurance

135 Johnston Hall
727-3233

Miami University provides a comprehensive, affordable student health plan designed to meet Miami University Middletown students' needs. For additional information, to enroll for insurance, or obtain claim forms stop by the office of Student Affairs.

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Learning Assistance

1 Johnston Hall
727-3440
Link: Student Services

Peer tutoring is free to all students and is available in most subject areas. Students who are experiencing difficulty in a course, but aren't sure what they really need to do are encouraged to come to Learning Assistance. They will be guided to the appropriate person (faculty, specialist, or tutor) as well as to any needed support courses and resource materials.

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Math Lab

9 Johnston Hall
727-3334
Link: Student Services

Many students are troubled by problems with math courses. Math tutors are available during the day and evening to assist with homework and to answer questions. If additional help is needed, individual tutoring can be arranged with a peer tutor or the Math Specialist. The Math Lab is located in Room 8 Johnston Hall.

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Reading/Writing Lab

2 Johnston Hall
727-3332
Link: Student Services

Students who are overwhelmed by the volume of reading required in college can increase their comprehension and reading speed by working with the Reading Specialist. Self-study programs using computer software can also be utilized. Students who have difficulty in organizing and expressing their thoughts in compositions can work with either the Writing Specialist or one of the Writing Consultants who work in the lab. Word processing programs are also available on the computers for use in completing writing assignments. The reading/Writing Lab is located in 2 Johnston Hall.

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Student Success Program

135 Johnston Hall
727-3386

The Student Success Program is designed to help first year students in their transition to college life. Faculty and staff will provide courses and out-of-classroom experiences for students. Students will be encouraged to also participate in workshops and seminars. The coordinator of the Student Success Program will collaborate with members of university community in making this initiative student-oriented.

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Wellness

1 Johnston Hall
727-3431

The wellness kiosk which is located in the Johnston Hall lobby across from the Information Desk. Programs range from information about diet and excercise, to workshops on stress management and alcohol use. There are also seminars throughout the year on topics such as date rape, AIDS, and STD's.

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