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DEAR FRIENDS AND COLLEAGUES: Welcome to By the Numbers from the Division of Student Affairs! This publication is a snapshot of the division s programs and events for the 2017-18 academic year. Each year Student Affairs monitors our outreach and student support in quantifiable ways. Through Student Affairs services, programs, and educational experiences, every student has opportunities for meaningful experiences leading and serving others, and for developing morally, ethically, and spiritually. These experiences enhance students academic abilities, bolstering their chances for success at Bellarmine and beyond. Every student should have a sense of belonging, knowing that they are a valuable member of the Bellarmine community. In Veritatis Amore, HELEN GRACE RYAN, Ph.D. VICE PRESIDENT FOR STUDENT AFFAIRS We incorporate Bellarmine values into all we do. OUR VALUES Bellarmine University is an independent Catholic university educating talented, diverse students with respect for each individual s intrinsic value and dignity. We exist to educate the whole person to realize his or her potential as part of an interconnected world. Our values are Hospitality, Illumination, Inspiration and Inclusive Spirit of Thomas Merton. Hospitality Student Affairs embraces new people and new ideas with openness and generosity of spirit, because we value the intrinsic dignity of each person as an individual, and each individual as a whole person. This characterizes our approach to teaching, to learning and to life. Illumination Student Affairs is dedicated to the pursuit of enlightenment and understanding, by helping people develop critical thinking and to teach people how to think, not what to think. Inspiration Student Affairs believes that as a community of teachers and learners, we provide life-changing experiences that educate and enhance. Merton Spirit Student Affairs promotes Bellarmine s mission to find its Catholic identity in the inclusive spirit of Thomas Merton. We believe in the search for the true self, the interconnectedness of life and the solidarity of the human spirit, which transcends ethnic, religious and social divisions.
DIVISION OF STUDENT AFFAIRS MISSION Guided by a commitment to Bellarmine s mission, the Division of Student Affairs provides transformative, holistic, educational experiences and services where students develop the capacity to lead authentic lives and to serve the common good within a global community. STRATEGIC INITIATIVE 1 Supporting student success at Bellarmine and beyond Resilience and Persistence. Implement comprehensive strategies to cultivate student persistence and success in partnership with colleagues across campus. Holistic Wellness. Inspire students to adopt a holistic approach to wellness that enhances their quality of life, empowering them to make healthy lifestyle choices. Campus Safety. Provide for a safe and secure campus environment. Belonging. Create opportunities that encourage social connection and foster Bellarmine pride, traditions and unity. STRATEGIC INITIATIVE 2 Fostering student learning in and out of the classroom Active Learning. Contribute to the university mission to educate and promote learning through meaningful cocurricular experiences. Leadership. Provide students with substantive opportunities to explore, learn, and apply leadership skills in the broader community. Career Readiness. Guide students in the pursuit of professional and personal goals leading to a successful transition from college to career. STRATEGIC INITIATIVE 3 Strengthening a diverse and inclusive community on and off campus. Diversity and Inclusion. Nurture an inclusive campus community focused on the intrinsic human dignity of all members with respect for their cultural background and identity. Faith and Social Justice. Foster an interfaith community committed to social justice, service, and community engagement rooted in the spirit of Thomas Merton and our Catholic heritage.
ATHLETICS Throughout my time at Bellarmine as a student-athlete, I felt a sense of community both inside of the classroom and on the field. More than anything, I appreciate the educational and personal relationships that supported me while attending Bellarmine, and it has been amazing to see how those relationships have positively affected my life even after graduating. Taylor S., 18 KNIGHTS HALL SPORTSINFO@BELLARMINE.EDU 12 BELLARMINE ATHLETIC TEAMS PARTICIPATED IN NCAA POSTSEASON TOURNAMENTS. 2 BELLARMINE TEAMS (MEN S BASKETBALL AND WOMEN S INDOOR TRACK AND FIELD) WON GLVC CHAMPIONSHIPS. 233 #1 THE MEN S GOLF TEAM WAS NO. 1 IN THE NATION IN TERMS OF ACADEMICS and was named National Academic Champions by the Golf Coaches Association of America. 3.28: OVERALL GPA OF STUDENT-ATHLETES, with 38 student-athletes earning a 4.0 for the spring 2018 semester. MORE THAN HALF OF BELLARMINE S STUDENT-ATHLETES (233 OF 402) WERE NAMED TO ACADEMIC ALL-CONFERENCE TEAMS.
CAMPUS MINISTRY Campus Ministry becomes a home for those who don t have one. Campus Ministry helped define my interfaith experience and lead to my passion for inclusion and diversity, Camber S., 18 CENTRO, HORRIGAN HALL-016 CAMPUSMINISTRY@BELLARMINE.EDU 5 PEER MINISTERS LIVED WITH AND SERVED FIRST-YEAR RESIDENTIAL STUDENTS ON CAMPUS, supporting and guiding peers with faith questions and exploration, general stress, relationship struggles, grief or loss, social justice interests, and involvement opportunities. 1015 1,015 INDIVIDUALS PARTICIPATED IN 98 LITURGIES AND SPECIAL EVENTS in Our Lady of the Woods Chapel and St. Agnes Parish Church. 9 FAITH-BASED ORGANIZATIONS SERVED 363 INDIVIDUAL STUDENTS through worship and spirituality activities, Bible studies, and interfaith programs. 4947 4,947 IS THE TOTAL ATTENDANCE FOR SUNDAYS, SPECIAL AND WEEKDAY MASSES 10 CAMPUS MINISTRY CELEBRATED ITS 10-YEAR PARTNERSHIP WITH KERALA, INDIA. Ten student and staff members participated the ten-day India immersion trip, and a record-breaking 265 people attended Bellarmine s annual India Utsav (festival) 96% OF FIRST-YEAR STUDENTS RECOGNIZED CAMPUS MINISTRY AS A RESOURCE for spiritual growth, and 16% reported utilizing the office in their first five weeks at Bellarmine.
CAMPUS RECREATION & WELLNESS I am proud to have the privilege of work for Campus Recreation, because I am a part of an amazing team who work nonstop to make people feel welcome and relaxed, Jeremy C., 20 SPORT, RECREATION AND FITNESS CENTER (SURF) CDEVER@BELLARMINE.EDU 436 UNIQUE INTRAMURAL SPORTS PARTICIPANTS 60% OF STUDENTS PARTICIPATING IN THE SLEEPY KNIGHTS HEALTHY SLEEP INITIATIVE changed a behavior or attitude related to sleep by prioritizing sleep and changing environmental factors. 34 STUDENTS CERTIFIED FOR TIPS (Training for Intervention Procedures), an alcohol peer education program, with a 100% pass rate. 22 STUDENTS BECAME CERTIFIED FACILITATORS OF THE DE-ESCALATION WORKSHOP sponsored by the One Love Foundation. 100% AS A RESULT OF ATTENDING ONE OR MORE CLUB SPORT TRAININGS, 100% OF STUDENTS SAID THEIR ABILITY TO LEAD THEIR ORGANIZATION IMPROVED. 100% OF FIRST YEAR STUDENTS WHO USED THE SuRF IN FALL 2017 WERE RETAINED FOR SPRING 2018
CAREER DEVELOPMENT Throughout the Internship and Success course (BU299), I was given the opportunity to learn an ample amount of information on the working world and how to prepare for it. I learned about myself throughout the process, learning strengths, weakness and what I can improve. Taking Internship and Success has boosted my confidence and gives me the best chance to accomplish my dreams. Tucker D., 19 CENTRO-088-090 CAREERDEV@BELLARMINE.EDU 105 STUDENTS RECEIVED THE PROFESSIONAL EXCELLENCE AWARD THROUGH THEIR PERFORMANCE EVALUATION in an internship or student employment role on campus. Students achieved this distinction when they were rated by a direct supervisor as highly effective or exceptional in all eight areas of career readiness endorsed by NACE (National Association of Colleges and Employers). 184 STUDENTS WERE MATCHED WITH AN ALUMNI MENTOR IN THEIR CAREER FIELD OF INTEREST. Of those who completed the end of program survey, 100% of student participants would recommend the Alumni Mentor Program to their friends. 94% BU199: MAJOR AND CAREER PATHWAYS NEW course launched to help first and second-year students make critical decisions around academic and career purpose. 94% of students who completed the course were very confident in their knowledge about how to continue exploring majors and careers of interest. 5999 5,999 STUDENTS PARTICIPATED IN 148 CAREER-FOCUSED ON-CAMPUS PROGRAMS and 349 employers were hosted on campus to recruit Bellarmine talent. 1716 1,716 CAREER ADVISING APPOINTMENTS COMPLETED, A 93% INCREASE FROM THE 16-17 ACADEMIC YEAR! 99% OF 2017 GRADUATES REPORTED WORKING (INCLUDING MILITARY OR VOLUNTEER SERVICE) OR CONTINUING EDUCATION WITHIN SIX MONTHS OF GRADUATION
COUNSELING CENTER Counseling service was fantastic in my time of need. They worked to find outside professional help as well as helped me connect with my professors. Anonymous Student ALLEN HALL, SUITE 403 GPETIPRIN@BELLARMINE.EDU 0ZERO NUMBER OF STUDENTS PLACED ON A WAIT LIST FOR SERVICES $0 WHAT WE CHARGE FOR OUR SERVICES 2422 2,422 COUNSELING SESSIONS PROVIDED 99% 99.2% OF CLIENTS REPORTED THAT THEY WOULD RECOMMEND THESE SERVICES TO A FRIEND 392 STUDENTS PARTICIPATED IN COUNSELING SERVICES 99% 99.2% OF CLIENTS RATED COUNSELING SERVICES AS EITHER GOOD OR EXCELLENT
DEAN OF STUDENTS Bellarmine provides a lot of resources around sexual violence prevention. I feel like there are a lot of people I could go to if I needed help. BraveBU is a platform for students to feel validated and safer, Annika Y., 21 CENTRO, TREECE HALL 225 SMCGREEVEY@BELLARMINE.EDU 8 MEMBERS OF THE CARE TEAM SUPPORTED 42 STUDENTS struggling with significant personal issues 88% OF STUDENTS who participated in Alcohol.edu, BU s online educational program about alcohol and drug use in college, RESPONDED THAT THEY LEARNED STRATEGIES THAT WILL REDUCE THEIR RISKS IN COLLEGE 649 FIRST-YEAR STUDENTS PARTICIPATED IN THE HAVEN PROGRAM FOR PREVENTION OF RELATIONSHIP VIOLENCE 307 STUDENTS PARTICIPATED IN A FINANCIAL WELLNESS PROGRAM 9/10 9 OUT OF 10 STUDENTS SAID that as a result of their Haven program training, THEY SPOKE UP, EXPRESSED CONCERN, HELPED OR INTERVENED IN A PEER SITUATION THAT WAS RISKY
DISABILITY SERVICES Bellarmine is welcoming. I never felt like I was on the outside. Bellarmine was the perfect fit. I feel like there are always people trying to help me here it is so easy to get a hold of [Disability Services], and you all are more focused on each individual student. It s just a warm and welcoming environment, Anonymous Student LIBRARY, BL-B05A RPURDY@BELLARMINE.EDU 97% OF STUDENTS SURVEYED AGREED THAT DISABILITY SERVICES HELPED THEM BE SUCCESSFUL AT BELLARMINE STUDENTS BEYOND BARRIERS: NEW STUDENT INITIATED GROUP FOR ALL STUDENTS FOCUSED ON BUILDING A COMMUNITY OF SUPPORT FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES 3.0 - AVERAGE GPA OF STUDENTS REGISTERED WITH DISABILITY SERVICES 276 BELLARMINE STUDENTS REGISTERED WITH DISABILITY SERVICES (ABOUT 10% OF ALL STUDENTS)
HEALTH SERVICES After a surgery, I spent a lot of time in Health Services this semester. At first, going to the nurse twice a day sounded like an inconvenient chore, but it didn t feel like that at all. Everyone there always welcomed me in everyday with a great attitude and good humor. Sarah W. 19 NEWMAN HALL, FIRST FLOOR HEALTHSERVICES@BELLARMINE.EDU $0 THE COST OF SERVICES STUDENTS RECEIVE, including no co-pays and free over the counter medications and other aids. OVER 600 FLU SHOTS ADMINISTERED, AS WELL AS ALLERGY SHOTS AND TB TESTS 3318 3,318 PATIENT CONTACTS. 1,515 of these are Nurse Practitioner visits, saving students $45,450 a year in co-pays alone. 69% OF STUDENTS SURVEYED STATED THEY LEARNED SOMETHING ABOUT PREVENTING OR TREATING THEIR ILLNESS OR INJURY AFTER VISITING HEALTH SERVICES 78% OF SURVEYED STUDENTS REPORTED LEARNING SOMETHING NEW ABOUT THE EFFECTS OF FLU DURING THE FLU SHOT BLITZES
OFFICE OF IDENTITY & INCLUSION If it were not for a place like OII I would not still be at Bellarmine today. OII has created a welcoming and fun environment for marginalized people by allowing us to make the space our own. Brianna S., 20 CENTRO-113 JFRAZIER2@BELLARMINE.EDU 250 FIRST AND SECOND-YEAR STUDENTS OF COLOR WERE MENTORED BY A BELLARMINE FACULTY OR STAFF MEMBER of color as part of the Bellarmine University Mentor Program (BUMP). 100+ STUDENTS LEARNED ABOUT SOCIAL JUSTICE through immersion experiences. OVER 1000 STUDENTS, FACULTY, AND STAFF MEMBERS ENGAGED IN OVER 80 PROGRAMS sponsored by the office focused on identity, culture, and social justice. 175 REGISTRANTS ATTENDED THE 7TH ANNUAL DIALOGUE ON DIVERSITY CONFERENCE engaging students and professionals from various disciplines in instructive conversations on identity and inclusive practices. 35033% By providing intentional diversity training, over 350 STUDENT LEADERS are able to describe how identity affects personal experiences as well as identify practices that build an inclusive campus environment. 33% OF FIRST-TIME, FIRST-YEAR STUDENTS OF COLOR PARTICIPATED IN THE EARLY KNIGHTS PROGRAM, an early orientation for students of color to build relationships with one another and the campus community before the school year begins.
PUBLIC SAFETY TREECE HALL-054 SECURITY@BELLARMINE.EDU 1 st 1ST PRIVATE UNIVERSITY IN THE STATE OF KENTUCKY TO BECOME STORMREADY CERTIFIED by the National Weather Service, and the 51st in the nation. 3 ADDITIONAL MEMBERS TRAINED AS EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIANS and added to the BERT Team, an emergency response student-led organization. 582 STUDENTS, FACULTY, AND STAFF MEMBERS TRAINED IN HANDS-ONLY CPR 18% DECREASE OVER THE PREVIOUS YEAR IN CAMPUS CITATIONS due to updating the parking program and signage 1106 1,106 COMMUNITY MEMBERS TRAINED TO RESPOND TO ACTIVE AGGRESSOR EMERGENCY 1875 1,875 COMMUNITY MEMBERS DOWNLOADED RIDE SYSTEMS, allowing students to track the campus shuttle and see live locations, arrival predictions, and other important alerts. 707 COMMUNITY MEMBERS DOWNLOADED LIVESAFE, an app for reporting incidents or concerns, communicating with Public Safety, requesting SafeWalk, and accessing tips on handling severe weather and other emergency situations. 150 STUDENTS, FACULTY, AND STAFF MEMBERS TRAINED IN SELF-DEFENSE
RESIDENCE LIFE Being a part of a family oriented community like that of Bellarmine s becomes contagious. As a community member, I can attest that without residential life, Bellarmine would lose a defining feature in its work to build a well-rounded individual through a liberal arts education. Kaleb S. 20 PETRIK HALL RESLIFE@BELLARMINE.EDU GREEN MOVE OUT INITIATIVE: La Casita, Kentucky Refugee Ministries and Habitat for Humanity ReStore received $2,694 worth of donations collectively, and Dare to Care received 235.5 pounds of non-perishable food items. In order to support our residents, there is a LIVE-IN PROFESSIONAL WITH AN EARNED MASTER S DEGREE IN EACH RESIDENTIAL BUILDING OR COMPLEX. In addition to that, there are three full-time master s level professionals in the central Residence Life office, providing-24 hour on call coverage responding to student needs. BELLAROO, an end of the year musical celebration where over 200 residents relaxed and de-stressed before finals week, won Program of the Year at the Kentucky Association of Residence Halls. 977 STUDENTS LIVING AND LEARNING IN THE RESIDENCE HALLS 225+ PROGRAMS AND EVENTS FOCUSING ON ENGAGING AND DEVELOPING STUDENTS with our Five Principles of Community: Well-Being, Connections, Civility, Excellence and Diversity. MORE THAN 100 STUDENT PARA- PROFESSIONALS LIVE WITH AND ASSIST THEIR PEERS. These include Resident Assistants, Academic Peer Advocates, Community Educators, Hall Council representatives, and Residence Hall Association Executive Board Members and Association Members.
SERVICE & LEADERSHIP My experience in Selma helped to expand my horizon past the four walls of the classroom and, more importantly, past the singular environment of Bellarmine. While our campus provides a tremendously fertile ground for academic and personal growth, it is only through service and leadership experiences that students are able to attain higher understanding as we delve into the communities of those who have gained life experiences far removed from our own. Drew C. 19 STUDENT ACTIVITIES CENTER, TREECE HALL-023 BWILSON4@BELLARMINE.EDU 5 DOMESTIC ALTERNATIVE SPRING BREAK SERVICE STUDENT EXPERIENCES: Selma Race Relations & Civil Rights; New Orleans Disaster Relief; Charleston, SC Food Security; David, KY Rural Education & Youth Empowerment; and Maryville, TN Sustainability & Native Culture in Appalachia. 22k 22,470+ HOURS OF SERVICE COMPLETED 72 FIRST-YEAR AND SOPHOMORE STUDENTS PARTICIPATED IN THE INAUGURAL YEAR OF THE BELLARMINE LEADERSHIP CERTIFICATE PROGRAM 328 POUNDS OF FOOD ITEMS DONATED TO THE LOCAL FOOD BANK, Dare to Care, as part of the Student Government Association led CanTober event 720+ STUDENTS, FACULTY, STAFF AND COMMUNITY MEMBERS ATTENDED THE CONSTITUTION DAY keynote address by nationally recognized community activist, Bree Newsome. The talk focused on citizens rights and responsibilities as members of a collective society. 90% OF THE FIRST-YEAR CLASS PARTICIPATED IN THE KNIGHTS IN ACTION DAY OF SERVICE during orientation. 1534 total volunteer hours were logged by this single effort.
STUDENT ACTIVITIES It s easy to get caught up in school work, but being involved helps me form relationships with faculty and students outside my major. It gives me a sense of belonging at Bellarmine. Jess B. CENTRO, TREECE HALL-023 SAC@BELLARMINE.EDU 834 STUDENTS ATTENDED LATE KNIGHT BINGO 78 ACTIVE REGISTERED STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS (RSOs) offered opportunities for leadership, impacting the Bellarmine and greater Louisville community, and building connections. 628 TOTAL STUDENTS ATTENDED INVOLVEMENT FAIRS held in the fall and spring 1451 1,451 PROGRAMS AND EVENTS OFFERED, ensuring Bellarmine students have co-curricular opportunities to learn, develop, and connect with campus life. 1053 1,053 STUDENTS ATTENDED LATE KNIGHT BREAKFAST where staff and faculty members served breakfast to students during finals week. 600 PEOPLE ATTENDED THE INAUGURAL GRADUATING SENIOR RECEPTION the night before commencement.
S T U D E N T A F F A I R S LEADERSHIP TEAM Dr. Helen Grace Ryan Vice President for Student Affairs 502.272.8304 hryan@bellarmine.edu Dr. Patrick Englert Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs 502.272.8323 penglert@bellarmine.edu Dr. Sean McGreevey Dean of Students 502.272.8246 smcgreevey@bellarmine.edu Clare Dever Director, Campus Recreation 502.272.8326 cdever@bellarmine.edu Joseph Frazier Director, Identity & Inclusion 502.272.8060 jfrazier2@bellarmine.edu Debbie Fox Director, Public Safety 502.272.7777 dfox@bellarmine.edu Dr. Alice Kimble Director, Health Services 502.272.8493 mkimble@bellarmine.edu Laura Kremer Kline Director, Campus Ministry 502.272.7051 lkline@bellarmine.edu Jessica Lynch Director, Student Activities 502.272.7116 jlynch@bellarmine.edu Dr. Lilly Massa-McKinley Director, Career Development 502.272.8154 lmassamckinley@bellarmine.edu Leslie Maxie Director, Residence Life & Associate Dean of Students 502.272.7273 lmaxieashford@bellarmine.edu Dr. Gary Petiprin Director, Counseling Center 502.272.8480 gpetiprin@bellarmine.edu
Ronda Purdy Director, Disability Services 502.272.8490 rpurdy@bellarmine.edu Scott Wiegandt Director, Athletics 205.272.8496 swiegandt@bellarmine.edu Brooke Wilson Director, Service & Leadership 502.272.8477 bwilson4@bellarmine.edu