OfficesAcademic ServicesRuth W. Towne Museum & Visitors Center (660) 785-4114 Responsible for the marketing of Truman to prospective students. Activities include processing admissions applications, representing Truman at college fairs, high school visits and coordinating special visit events. The Admission Office advises the Student Ambassadors and S.T.A.R.s (Students To Assist Recruitment). Violette Hall 1130 (660) 785-4140 Testing: http://testing.truman.edu Website: http://auditorium.truman.edu/ Student Union (660) 785-4212 The Truman State University Bookstore, a service of Barnes & Noble, is located in the lower level of the S.U.B. The full-service bookstore offers text books, school and office supplies, Truman gifts and clothing, study aids and college reference books, discounted software, and food and snacks. Center for International Education/International Admissions Kirk Building 120 (660) 785-4215 Center for International Education/International Student Affairs Office Kirk Building 120 (660) 785-4215 The International Student Affairs Office promotes diversity on campus through the recruitment and support of international students and scholars. During the 2004-2005 academic year, Truman State University hosted 225 international students from 47 countries. The ISAO provides many services including recruitment, admissions, orientation, immigration counseling and programming to assist international students in their adjustment to the American academic system and American culture. Center for International Education/Study Abroad Kirk Building 120 (660) 785-4076 Promotes international education by offering more than 60 summer, semester or year-long programs in 36 countries. A true Liberal Arts and Science education at the dawn of the 21st century would not be complete without an international experience. Ten summer programs are offered by Truman faculty members. The Center for International Education will assist you in finding a program to fit your needs. Center for Teaching and Learning Pickler Memorial Library 204 (660)785-4391 The Center for Teaching and Learning organizes New Faculty Orientation, faculty mentoring and consults with individual instructors who request formative evaluation information about their courses, classrooms, students and teaching. The office organizes a Weekly Lunch Series where colleagues across the disciplines discuss teaching strategies, report on research or travel, and propose new initiatives. The Center for Teaching and Learning also sponsors numerous workshops, seminars, forums, reading circles, etc. each semester to assist faculty members in enhancing their pedagogies and classroom instruction and with research. Additionally, each summer the office offers Truman faculty opportunities to participate in special teaching institutes, highly recommended for their practicality, grounding in current theory, and, especially, for their eclectic mix of participants from different schools, disciplines, and regions. Annual projects include Founder’s Day activities through the Baldwin Lecture and Dinner and four year-long intensive fellowships sponsored by the Center. Faculty and instructional staff apply through the faculty development committee for these fellowships: McClain Hall 103 (660) 785-4130 Responsible for helping students receive financial assistance. Loan applications, student need analysis packets, and financial aid eligibility forms are available in this office, as well as information concerning eligibility for work-study. McClain Hall 203 (660) 785-4109 Assists students wishing to apply to a Truman graduate program, apply for a Graduate Teaching/Research Assistantship or find information on graduate programs at Truman. General Info (660) 785-4038 Pickler Memorial Library currently has a collection of over 475,000 volumes, 1.5 million microforms, over 13,500 videos and DVDs. The library provides access to more than 30,000 periodical titles and is a depository for federal documents. The library’s online catalog, databases, and other resources area available from the library’s home page. McNair Post-Baccalaureate Program Adair House (660) 785-5393 The Truman State University McNair Post-Baccalaureate Achievement Program is designed to encourage and prepare students to pursue graduate education and obtain doctoral degrees. The McNair Program provides eligible Truman students with effective preparation for doctoral study. It provides mentoring, opportunities for research, and other scholarly activities. Participants in the McNair program benefit from tutoring, academic counseling, assistance in receiving admission to graduate school, and travel to graduate schools and to scholarly meetings. Baldwin Hall (660) 785-4451 Offers students a no obligation option in meeting Liberal Studies Program curriculum requirements. The program offers introduction to officership and development of leadership, which translates to improved marketability in the civilian job force. Summer internships are available. These internships offer: scholarship opportunities, adventure, paid travel expenses, modest salary, and up to seven (7) college credit hours. Other scholarships include; Guaranteed Reserve Forces Duty (be a hometown Army Reserve or National Guard unit officer) , Jr. College Transfers, Veterans benefits(Green to Gold), and U.S. Army. Questions regarding the curriculum, career and employment opportunities, scholarships, and activities should be directed to this office Adair House (660)785-4142 Provides academic, social, and cultural support to students of color, first generation, low-income, and other students under-represented in higher education. Academic programs provided by Multicultural Affairs include: The Scholastic Enhancement Experience/Success Program, and the Directions-a freshman orientation program. The Multicultural Affairs Center sponsors events and activities to promote a more pluralistic campus environment. This is accomplished through programs and events including: ethnic events such as Chinese Magic Revue, Black History Month Activities and Hispanic Heritage Month Activities. The center also provides academic support through a tutorial program and a peer mentoring program for students on campus. The overall goal is to provide understanding among all groups thus creating a more harmonious environment Provost & Vice President for Academic Affairs Office McClain Hall 203 (660) 785-4105 The Office for the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs has the primary responsibility for administering the University's academic programs and operations. It provides leadership and direction for the academic division administration by deans and serves as a liaison between the deans and the president concerning academic matters. It also designs and supervises the implementation of academic budget, directs and coordinates academic planning, directs and is responsible for the implementation of the University assessment program (the Assessment Almanac is available on the web), and coordinates institutional testing services. Other responsibilities include working closely with faculty governing bodies responsible for the academic policies of the University, serving as a member of the Faculty Senate, supervising information and instructional services and faculty development, and coordinating university commencement activities. McClain Hall 104 (660) 785-4143 Responsible for all student permanent academic records. Inquiries concerning registration, grades, adding and dropping classes, academic forms, and undergraduate graduation requirements and transcripts should be directed to this office. In addition, the Veterans Representative works with the Registrar's Office to process military educational benefits. Brewer Hall 10 (660) 785-4409 A division within Academic Affairs, the Residential College Program is headed by the Dean of the Residential Colleges who oversees all RCP activities operating within the five residential colleges and the larger University. The Dean supervises twelve professional academic advisors who counsel entering and all undeclared students and supports the activities of five college rectors and several dozen faculty affiliated with the RCP. Other responsibilities include coordination of residential college sections, freshmen summer enrollment, and general academic support operations for the campus, such as publication of the on-line Academic Advising Handbook. (660) 785-4074 The Student Account Office serves Truman State University students and their families by providing accurate and timely information about University Policies and procedures relating to their student accounts. Website: http://library.truman.edu/about-us/building-services.htm The Teacher Technology Center in Violette Hall no longer exists as an independent lab. Many of its services have been integrated into Pickler Memorial Library.
Residential College Program Of (660) 785-4365 Helping entering students adjust to a liberal arts university in ways which support their personal and academic success is the goal of the Freshman Program at Truman. A distinctive Truman Week includes class meetings with a faculty member and fellow students who will continue as a learning community throughout the fall semester (the Extended Freshman Course). A variety of activities introduce students to campus offices and resources, their residential college, members of the faculty, and the wider Truman and Kirksville community. Several office and divisions within the University participate in Truman Week. Overall coordination is provided by the Dean of the Residential Colleges and a Director of Truman Week. Website: http://agriculture.truman.edu Kirk Building 220 (660) 785-4244 The purpose of the Upward Bound program is to assist qualifying high school students in building the skills and motivation necessary for postsecondary success. During the academic year, program staff travel to schools to provide services in after-school meetings; and during the summer, students live on the Truman campus for a six-week college simulation. McClain Hall 303 (660) 785-4484 The Writing Center provides all writers on the Truman State University campus with a comfortable environment for conversations about writing. Peer writing consultants can work with writers at all levels of competence, from all disciplines, at any stage of the writing process - generating ideas, drafting, revising, and editing - or for sharing ideas about writing strategies and techniques. The Center has regular walk-in hours and also accepts appointments. Administrative Services(660) 785-4158 Accounts Payable is responsible for the auditing and processing of invoices and payments for the University Advancement Office/Alumni Relations, Public Relations, & Fundraising McClain Hall 205 (660) 785-4133 The Advancement Office is responsible for building greater awareness, understanding, and appreciation of the University among its publics through alumni relations, public relations and University fundraising. Alumni relations efforts promote lifelong relationships between alumni and their alma mater through a program of ongoing communications, activities, and services to serve the interests of Truman’s alumni population. The University’s alumni records are maintained by the Advancement Office. The public relations side manages news and information to raise awareness of the University. Some of the primary public relations duties include developing news articles and press releases, assisting with media interviews and press conferences, and connecting media with University experts. The fundraising component of the Advancement Office encourages private gifts to support the University including contributions from individuals, corporations and foundations. The Advancement Office plays a critical role in the cultivation and stewardship of fundraising activities and serves as the home base for the Truman State University Foundation. Public Relations is located in McClain Hall 100. Pershing Building 213 (660) 785-4235 Offers students the opportunity to participate on twenty-one different intercollegiate athletic teams. Truman is a member of the Mid-American Intercollegiate Athletics Association (MIAA) and the NCAA (Division II). Kirk Building 215 (660) 785-4127 Prepares and disseminates media brochures, game programs, and press releases regarding the activities of all campus intercollegiate athletic teams. It also maintains official statistics for the Truman teams. Website: http://auditorium.truman.edu/ McClain Hall 105 (660) 785-4149 Provides students with information concerning account balances, promissory notes, information about student health insurance, and tuition and scholarship appeal forms. Loan checks are distributed in this office and notary services are also available. The Business Office consists of the following departments: Accounts Payable, Cashier's Window, Payroll, Purchasing, Student Accounts McClain Hall 201 (660) 785-4302 Responsible for the coordination of the major building and renovation projects from the initial planning through construction completion. The office assists the Administration in determining which projects are most essential to the mission of the University. Once a project has been approved and budgeted, Campus Planning consults with the designated contact to determine the program requirements, needs and goals of the project. The architects and engineers are then solicited by the office to design the project based on the program. After approval of the design by the committee and administration, the Campus Planning Office monitors the architects' and engineers' work preparing the construction documents and supervising the bidding procedures. During construction, the office is responsible for insuring the University's interest in the project and coordinating the contractors' interaction with the campus environment. Student Recreation Center (660) 785-4847 This office provides programs, activities and services for enhancing the health and well-being of students, faculty and staff. The Fitness/Wellness Program offers wellness workshops, personal training, and a myriad of non-credit classes from step aerobics to martial arts and ballet. Intramural Recreational Sports sponsors healthy competition in individual and team sport activities. The Student Recreation Center, a $7M facility that opened in Fall 1997, contains many areas for self-directed activity: three court hardwood floor gym, jogging track, aerobics/dance studio, auxiliary court with multipurpose floor, and weight room and fitness areas filled with state-of-the-art cardiovascular and strength training machines and free weights. A multipurpose recreation field opened for use in Fall 2001. McKinney Center (660) 785-4353 The mission of the Career Center is to creatively provide comprehensive career and graduate/professional school services and resources to effectively maximize opportunities for students, alumni, employers, and the university community. Students are encouraged to visit the Career Center early on, and continue to connect with the Career Center for assistance with major/career decisions, internships, graduate school, and the job search. Employers who connect with the Career Center find candidates who are well prepared, with outstanding communication, analytical thinking, and teamwork skills. Visit our website for a full description of the services, programs, and resources available through the Career Center. (660) 785-4160 Window hours are 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Students can make student account payments, pick up paychecks, cash personal checks or checks from parents for up to $75., purchase parking stickers and additional Lyceum tickets. Counseling Services, University UCS (660) 785-4014 University Counseling Services (UCS) provides individual, group, and relationship counseling free of charge to all registered Truman students. In addition, the staff of UCS provides educational programming and consultation and referral services to the University community. UCS also sponsors a peer education program (S.T.E.P.), which provides programs on sexual assault, diversity, and related issues McKinney Center (660) 785-4478 The office of Disability Services helps address the needs of individuals with disabilities and provides guidance for adjustment to the Truman State University community. To qualify for services, a student should first contact the office of Disability Services and provide appropriate documentation of his or her disability. The University will attempt to provide the level of support services and/or accommodations necessary to reasonably meet the needs of each individual student with a disability. McClain Hall 103 (660) 785-4130 Responsible for helping students receive financial assistance. Loan applications, student need analysis packets, and financial aid eligibility forms are available in this office, as well as information concerning eligibility for work-study. (660) 785-4031 The goal of Human Resources is to improve the recruitment, retention, productivity and satisfaction level of the faculty and staff of Truman State University. SUB Suite 2000 (660) 785-4123 The ID Office issues the official identification card for every student, faculty and staff member at Truman State University. Information Technology Services Main Office MC 111 (660) 785-4163 Provides academic and administrative computing support to the University community. Faculty, Staff & Students may contact the Help Desk for assistance with computer related problems and requests. They may also come to the IT Service Center for AV related requests. Institutional Research & Budgets MC 201 660-785-7607 This office is responsible for budget development and administration as well as institutional research. The office handles internal and external budgets and serves as the coordinator for the IPEDS (federal) and DHE (state) reporting systems. Website: http://recreation.truman.edu/ General Info (660) 785-4038 Pickler Memorial Library currently has a collection of over 475,000 volumes, 1.5 million microforms, over 13,500 videos and DVDs. The library provides access to more than 30,000 periodical titles and is a depository for federal documents. The library’s online catalog, databases, and other resources area available from the library’s home page. (660) 785-4277 Mail Services is responsible for all postal operations on campus. Delivering both to on and off campus locations, Mail services strives to efficiently and promptly deliver and coordinate with both on-campus departments and divisions as well as the United States Postal Service, UPS and FedEx. Adair House (660)785-4142 Provides academic, social, and cultural support to students of color, first generation, low-income, and other students under-represented in higher education. Academic programs provided by Multicultural Affairs include: The Scholastic Enhancement Experience/Success Program, and the Directions-a freshman orientation program. The Multicultural Affairs Center sponsors events and activities to promote a more pluralistic campus environment. This is accomplished through programs and events including: ethnic events such as Chinese Magic Revue, Black History Month Activities and Hispanic Heritage Month Activities. The center also provides academic support through a tutorial program and a peer mentoring program for students on campus. The overall goal is to provide understanding among all groups thus creating a more harmonious environment Office of Grants and Sponsored Programs McClain Hall 106 (660) 785-7459 Works with the administration, faculty and staff to seek external funding for projects which promote the mission of the University. Types of support frequently sought include funding for research, conferences and seminars, equipment, publication, building and renovation, seed money, and other special projects. (660) 785-4151 The Payroll Office is primarily responsible for the generation of student, faculty and staff payroll. The Payroll Office also handles institutional clearances for students, employment verification, and verification of enrollment fee discount.. Kirk Building 106 (660) 785-4200 The Physical Plant Department maintains and repairs campus buildings, grounds and utility distribution systems. Other specific services
include housekeeping, moving, key control, the recycling program and central steam plant operation. The main office in KB 106 also accepts completed table and chair request forms for on-campus events only (first
come, first-served). McClain Hall 200 (660) 785-4100 The President of the University is the chief executive and academic officer of the University and serves as the principal spokesperson. The President has direct charge of, and is directly responsible for, the operation of the University. Barnett Hall 1214 (660) 785-4161 Produces printed material for students, faculty and staff. Bulk printing and copies are available through this office. Violette Hall 2200 (660) 785-4219 McClain Hall 100 (660) 785-4016 In addition to publishing the campus newsletter, the Truman Today, the Public Relations Office assists all members of the campus community in publicizing their events and accomplishments. They also assist in sending out honor roll and graduation information. DPS Bldg (north of Rec Center) (660) 785-4176 The Department of Public Safety is responsible for University Police, Student Auxiliary, Parking and Transportation. The Department provides both emergency and non-emergency assistance to Faculty, Staff, Students and Visitors. Such services and assistance include: Escort Service, Emergency Phones, Safekeeping for Firearms and an extensive array of crime prevention programs. Public Safety also maintains Campus Crime and Security Act information regarding Campus Safety. Kirk Building 210 (660) 785-4129 Produces the designs and artwork for the printing needs of the University. The Publications staff will help plan your project from beginning to end. To use this service fill out a work order form in the Publications Office which is located in Kirk Building 210. (660) 785-4159 The Purchasing Office is responsible for obtaining quality goods and services at the lowest reasonable cost. McClain Hall 104 (660) 785-4143 Responsible for all student permanent academic records. Inquiries concerning registration, grades, adding and dropping classes, academic forms, and undergraduate graduation requirements and transcripts should be directed to this office. In addition, the Veterans Representative works with the Registrar's Office to process military educational benefits. Baldwin Hall 110 (660) 785-4227 The Residence Life Program oversees six residence halls and three apartment complexes, all with modern living facilities and located within easy walking distance of academic buildings. Professional and para-professional staff work within this department to provide a friendly, supportive, and intellectually stimulating community living environment. Based on personal preferences, students may choose from such options as community or suite-style bathrooms, single-sex wings or co-ed living arrangements, and large or small buildings. (660) 785-4074 The Student Account Office serves Truman State University students and their families by providing accurate and timely information about University Policies and procedures relating to their student accounts. SUB 3100 (660) 785-4111 The Dean of Student Affairs is responsible for the staffing, planning, leadership, and program coordination for the many departments and service areas included in Student Affairs. Student Affairs supports the liberal arts and sciences mission of the University by fostering a living/learning environment that appreciates diversity, that is both challenging and supportive, and that promotes the personal, social, and intellectual development of students through the integration of the curriculum and co-curriculum. Student Affairs programs and service areas include: Career Center, Center for Student Involvement, Greek Life, Intramural Sports, Office of Citizenship and Community Standards, Multicultural Affairs, Residence Life, SERVE Center, Services for Individuals with Disabilities, Student Health Center, Student Recreation Center, Student Union, University Counseling Services, and Women's Resource Center. The Dean of Student Affairs office has primary responsibility for student conduct and responds to all reports of misconduct and violations of the Student Conduct Code. McKinney Center (660) 785-4182 The Student Health Center helps address the medical needs of students. To see a health care provider, make an appointment or come to one of our walk-in clinics. The health care provider sees acute illnesses, minor injuries and provides GYN/STD services. Nurses on staff manage a number of services including patient education, allergy injections, and immunizations. Main Office SUB (660) 785-4186 Since 1967, the Student Union has served as a focal point for programs, meetings, dining, and relaxation for students, faculty, staff, administrators and the Kirksville community, and guests. Supporting the educational mission of the University, the Student Union supports programming which fosters leadership, personal and skill development, citizenship, and social responsibility. As the community center for the campus, the Union seeks to serve as a unifying force in the life of the University. McClain Hall 111 (660) 785-7336 Truman State University Press publishes ten titles each year, primarily in the areas of early modern studies, regional studies, and poetry. Best known among scholars for its publications in early modern studies, TSUP publishes the Sixteenth Century Essays & Studies series. TSUP sponsors the annual T. S. Eliot Prize for Poetry, which is considered one of the premier poetry prizes in the country. TSUP has a full-time staff of three and offers internships and apprenticeships for students in editing, design, and marketing, and employs students who wish to explore their interest in publishing. |
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