Student Support Services

The Office of Academic and Human Development is committed to providing equal access to all students as they pursue a higher education at Mansfield University.

ACADEMIC SUPPORT SERVICES

The Academic Advising Center assists students in developing their educational and career goals.
South Hall
(570) 662 - 4824
FAX: (570) 662 - 4149

• AOP Programs at Mansfield University are specifically designed to assist individuals who do not qualify for regular admission to Mansfield but have the potential for success given appropriate academic intervention. These programs offer learning and special counseling services to undergraduate students whose cultural, economic and educational disadvantages impair their ability to successfully pursue higher education opportunities.
• Academic Advising offers regular meetings between the student and advisor to take specific action to improve the student’s academic progress.  In addition, new students are assigned a faculty advisor from their department and will report to them regularly for course and progress advisement.
• Athletic Mentoring supports student-athlete’s development in academics, personal development, career development and community service.
  • Hemlock Manor
    (570) 662 - 4825
• Minority Mentoring Support monitors the academic progress of racially/ethnically underrepresented students. 
  • South Hall
    (570) 662 - 4692

 The Learning Center offers supplemental instruction through study skills workshops, subject-tutoring, and writing center services.

133 South Hall
(570) 662 - 4693

The Services for Students with Disabilities Coordinator helps to ensure that necessary services are provided for students with disabilities.  These services include, but are not limited to, Books on Tape, Testing Accommodations, Library Accommodations, Note Takers, Reading Assistants, Residence Hall Accommodations, Scheduling and Class Accommodations, Signer/Interpreter, Tutoring, Transportation, and various Assistive Technologies as needed.

143 South Hall
(570) 662 - 4798

Academic Initiatives

ACT 101
If you have faced some hardships (cultural, economic or educational) that have interfered with your ability to attain a college education, you might qualify for the Act 101 Program at Mansfield University. Our Program gives you the means to enter Mansfield University and earn a degree. We're always looking for highly motivated individuals who show the potential to succeed in college when supportive services (including counseling, tutoring and financial assistance) are provided.

TRiO
This program is designed to assist students who are first generation college students, low income, and/or physically or learning disabled with academic achievement, persistence and graduation goals. Program participants will receive special academic, financial, and personal support services to help insure that they are successful in their courses, make regular progress toward graduation, and persist in postsecondary education.

Hemlock Manor
(570) 662 - 4150

CAREER DEVELOPMENT SERVICES

The Career Center assists students with discovering and developing personal strengths and skills that will enhance their success as a student and build a strong foundation for leadership and career-seeking.

Ground Floor, Alumni Hall
(570) 662 - 4133
FAX: (570) 662 - 4093

COUNSELING SERVICES

The Counseling Center provides students, faculty and staff with counseling services that are sensitive to multicultural differences; gay and lesbian affirmative; accessible; and individualized for each client's particular needs. We make available to clients career/academic assessment and counseling to facilitate their career choices; provide a professional response to clients in emotional crisis; assist in developing the emotional, physical and psychological
well-being of all clients; and advocate for student needs.

143 South Hall
(570) 662 - 4695

OTHER SERVICES

HEALTH & SAFETY SUPPORT
Services are offered through the Campus Police Department.  These services include, but are not limited to, 24-hour Police Protection, Campus Police Safety Escort, Crisis Situation programs, Drug & Alcohol awareness, Emergency Blue Light-Phones throughout campus, Parking Accommodations, Mountie Shuttle service, and a variety of Personal Safety programs.

Doane Center
(570) 662 - 4900

Childcare Center
The Sandra B. Linck childcare center is operated by Scott's Day Care Centers in a separate facility located at the corner of Holden Place and Wilson Avenue.  The center accepts children of students, faculty and staff in a licensed and insured program.  The center is open Monday through Friday from 6:30 a.m. until 6:00 p.m.  Children between the ages of 13 months through six years can be accommodated.

Scott’s Day Care
(570) 662 - 4080

United Campus Ministry

“A Partnership of Mind & Faith”

UCM exists not to replace one's religious tradition, but rather to be an extension of that tradition during your time at Mansfield. We are here to explore with and guide students as new ideas, new living experiences, new choices and new horizons are faced.

112 Pinecrest Manor
(570) 662 - 4432

Honors Program
This program is designed for students with a strong record of academic achievement and desire for new learning experiences.  It is the goal of the Honors Program to provide participating students with the knowledge, skills and opportunities to achieve their full potential during their academic career at Mansfield University.

207 Butler Center
(570) 662-4727