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WCU is a University of North Carolina campus
 
Student Handbook
This online handbook includes information about Western Carolina University policies, procedures, and practices. Included you will find information on academic regulations, services and support for students, general information about the university, and much more. We encourage you to refer to it often and know not only your rights and responsibilities but those of the university as well.

General Information

Affirmative Action Policy Fight Song
Alma Mater History of the University
Administrative Divisions Role and Mission of WCU
Family Association Summer Reading Program

Financial Information
The various financial responsibilities of students can be confusing. Below are links to some offices and policies at the university you will find helpful in making sure you meet all of your obligations.

 Financial Aid  Refund Policy
 OneStop  Tuition and Fees
 Payment Deadlines  

Academic Information and Regulations
For answers to academic questions please see the Academic Regulations section of the Undergraduate Catalog. In this publication you can find the class attendance policy, academic probation and suspension guidelines, graduation certification and much more. If you are a graduate student you can find academic information in the Graduate Catalog.

Student Services
There are many offices and centers on campus which offer various services to students. Whether you need assistance with your meal plan, CatCard, or just need to speak to an adviser, there is someone on campus to help. Here is a list of services offered on campus:

 Advising Center  Financial Aid

 

 Book Rental  Mail Services  
 Campus Media  Residential Living  
 Catamount Stores  Student Accounts  
 CatCard  Testing Services  
 Cat-Tran (Shuttle Service)  Veterans Affairs  
 Dining Services  Wellness Center  
 Duplicating Services  Women’s Center  
 Emergency Medical Services    

Student Life
Being a student is more than just going to class. There are many choices of on-campus things to do, places to go, and people to meet. Visit the Student Life page to learn more about out-of-the-classroom learning experiences on campus.

Student Support
We want to make sure your career as a student is a successful one. To help you accomplish your academic goals we offer several centers of support. We encourage you to take advantage of their assistance on your journey to success.

 Advising Center  Financial Aid  Service Learning
 Career Services  Hunter Library  Student Computer Labs
 Catamount Academic Tutoring Center  International Programs and Services  Student Email
 Cherokee Center  IT Service Center  Student Support Services
 Continuing Education  Jump Start  Student Technology Assistance Center
 Counseling and Psychological Services  Mathematics Tutoring Center  Student Web space
 Disability Services  Military Education  University Police Department
 Distance Learning  Off-Campus Partners  WebCT and WebCat
 Educational Outreach  OneStop Student Service Center  Writing Center

Student Rights and Responsibilities
All students and members of the university community have certain rights and responsibilities. These regulations are designed to help all members of the university reach their academic goals in a safe and healthy environment. You are encouraged to become familiar with these policies and know your rights. For more information on student conduct and behavior please visit the Department of Student and Community Ethics Website.

 Code of Student Conduct  Residential Living Policies and Regulations
 Computer Admission Requirement  University Policies
 Disability Services Grievance Procedure  
 Fundraising

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