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Services for Students
Academic Advising
All students receive free academic advising. For assistance in setting up your schedule, contact your advisor or the EXCEL Center located in Strozier Hall.
Book Store
The building behind McDonalds is the home of the University Bookstore. In addition to textbooks and all of the supplies you will need for classes, the bookstore stocks a number of other items such as gifts, cards, gym shorts, T-shirts, sweatshirts, computer supplies, etc. For your convenience, they accept Visa or Master Card.
Financial Aid
A number of financial aid programs are available to qualified applicants. Information and application materials are available from the Financial Aid Office located in Aycock Hall.
Check Cashing
This service is available to all students, faculty, and staff. Personal checks will only be cashed in Aycock Hall from 8:30 a.m-4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday. No checks cashed over $40.00. A photo I.D. is required.
Employment
The Department of Career Services, located in Parker Hall, can assist you in finding part-time work during the school year or full-time employment during breaks and summer. They also help graduates find jobs and place students in co-op positions. Stop by or give them a call at (678) 839-6431.
Food Service
Food Service at West Georgia is operated by Aramark Food Services in the Food Service Building, Centre Cafe on the top floor of the University Community Center (UCC), and in the Food Court on the ground floor of the UCC. First year students who live in the residence halls are required to purchase a meal plan. For more information about food services available to students, call the Office of Auxiliary Enterprises at (678) 839-6525.
Health Services
The Student Health Center, which houses both an outpatient clinic and the infirmary, is under the supervision of a full-time physician. Nurses are on duty from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday - Friday during fall and spring semesters.
Custodial Services
Custodians are responsible for the general cleanliness of the residence halls; a task that can only be accomplished with the cooperation of the students in the halls. While students are responsible for the cleanliness of their rooms, the housekeeping staff cleans bathrooms, showers, hallways, and public lounges. It is important that students aid custodians in keeping their residence hall community clean.
I.D. Cards
Replacement I.D. cards are made in the Card Office on the third floor of the UCC. There is a $20.00 charge for replacing a lost I.D. card. Your I.D. card has many uses. It will be your residence hall outside door key, library card, ticket to athletic events and plays, printing in the computer labs, and official identification during registration, when cashing checks, and when visiting the Health Center. If you purchase a meal plan, your I.D. card will also be your meal ticket. Students are required to carry their I.D. card at all times when on campus.
Laundry Facilities
Each hall has centrally located laundry facilities. Report any laundry facility problems to your RA or RD/RLC.
Post Office/Mailboxes
The University Post Office is located in the University Community Center (UCC) and is a full-service facility. Post Office hours are 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Monday-Friday. All residence hall students are assigned a campus post office box in the Student Center Post Office.
Personal Counseling
The Student Development Center offers personal, career, and educational counseling. They offer professional confidential counseling services to enrolled students, and the services are free, except for a small fee for career placement tests. Special services are provided for disabled and handicapped students, international students, and non-traditional students. If you need more information, call (678) 839-6428.
Public Safety
The Department of Public Safety provides service to the university community on a 24-hour basis. The department's duties include the protection of life and property, enforcement of university regulations and state statutes, traffic and parking control, and the prevention of crime. If you need their assistance they can be reached at (678) 839-6000.
Parking
All vehicles must be registered with the Department of Public Safety's Parking Services. Students issued student parking decals must park only in those areas specifically designated for student parking.
Recreational Facilities
The Health and Physical Education Building, the Student Recreation Center, and the Old Auditorium (above Intramural Office) offer many opportunities for recreation. Also, tennis courts, track and playing fields, a pool, weight room and a fitness trail are here for your enjoyment. For more information contact the Intramural Office at (678) 839-6617.
Telephones
Local telephone service is provided in each residence hall room. In order to take advantage of this service, students must provide their own telephone. The cost of this service is included in the students' residence hall fees. Each student will be issued a confidential long distance account through ATT. Students are encouraged not to share their access code with others since they will be held responsible for all calls made using this number. Accepting collect calls on residence hall telephones is strictly prohibited.
