ID Cards
Each student is issued an official identification card, which must be carried at all times. It is required for chapel attendance, library services, dining hall privileges, and entry to various college facilities. The ID card is designed to last the duration of a student’s uninterrupted academic years here at Rochester College.
If a card is lost, the student will be charged a fee (as posted in the course catalog) which will be placed on their student account. The old card will be deactivated and the student will be given a new card. If the student finds the old/lost card and brings it back into the Life office within two weeks of receiving the new ID card, the student will receive a refund of all but $5.00, also placed on the student’s account. If a student’s card has been stolen, he/she may provide a police report documenting the theft to receive a refund of all but $5.00. If a student’s ID card is broken or cracked, the student must immediately request a new one from Student Life and his/her account will be charged $5.00.
A worn card that is fully intact but is not reading successfully in the card readers will be replaced at no cost. Student Life reserves the right to waive ID card replacement fees when warranted.
Security
Rochester College employs a security staff whose duties include locking doors, issuance of parking tickets and surveying the campus to aid in the safety of our students and employees. Security is accessible by campus telephone at ext. 2911 or by dialing 248.765.8013. Emergencies requiring immediate medical attention, assault, or violation of any city, state or federal codes should be immediately reported to the Oakland County Sheriff’s Department and campus security.
Students needing on-campus, non-emergency assistance should first call security and/or follow up by alerting one of the campus Resident Directors. Students involved in such an incident should fill out an incident report.
Health Insurance
Rochester College cannot be responsible for students’ health-related charges. Students are strongly urged to have medical, accident, hospitalization and health insurance from a reputable provider. Student athletes are required to obtain health insurance prior to participation in any sport-related activity and must sign an indemnity waiver releasing Rochester College from the incursion of penalties or liabilities.
International students or students from outside the United States are fully responsible for obtaining health insurance prior to beginning coursework at Rochester College.
Campus Postings
The Center for Student Life Office oversees the posting of all flyers, advertisements and signs. These items must be stamped and posted by a Student Life staff member. Although the College posts flyers from off-campus organizations, the College does not necessarily support nor hold responsibility for the advertisement. Approved postings from campus organizations should be removed promptly after the event has transpired. All babysitting ads or other postings may be e-mailed to postings@rc.edu. Babysitting on campus grounds is prohibited except for babysitting children of employees.
Possession of or exhibiting materials that are profane, disorderly, lewd, obscene, or vulgar is prohibited, including pictures of people portrayed as sexual objects or victims of violence.
Student Organization Policy
Each student organization must be registered and approved by the Assistant Dean of Student Engagement and Dean of Students. Organizations must also have faculty or staff advisors approved by the Deans. New organizations must complete a form for a proposed charter. This form includes needed information such as a list of proposed officers, and a list of proposed sponsors for review and approval by the Deans. Student organizations must maintain an account in the Business Office and provide regular cash reports to their members. No student organization will enter into a purchase obligation without the prior approval of the Assistant Dean of Student Engagement and Dean of Students.
Off-Campus Living Policy
Rochester College believes that the residence hall experience is among the most valuable experiences of college life. Commuting takes additional time, effort, and money, often causing students to miss out on special meetings, devotionals and activities. A full-time student must live on campus unless the student is:
- 21 years of age and at junior status (60 hours prior to the semester in question)
- married
- living with a relative over the age of 25 years
- a parent or legal guardian of a child living with him/her
- 23 years of age or older
Exceptions will be considered only if substantial hardship is demonstrated. The Assistant Dean of Community Living must approve all exceptions.
Off-campus living is discouraged because it may inhibit creating and deepening spiritual, academic and social contacts. Every student commuting must complete a commuter form at registration. Please check with your financial aid officer to ensure what scholarships and financial limitations may occur when living off campus.
Students who have been approved to live off-campus need to be conscientious and proactive in educating their roommates of the College’s regulations, including but not limited to overnight visitors and alcohol policies. Additionally, be reminded that possession of, distributing, or serving alcohol to minors is not only against college policy but against state and federal regulations. Please be aware that these violations carry heavy penalties which may include a requirement to live on campus or with a student’s parent or guardian.
Psychology and Counseling Clinic
The role of the Psychology and Counseling Clinic on campus is to help meet the psychological and developmental needs of young adults who face major life transitions and adjustments while they are in college. Psychological services can provide coping mechanisms to help students succeed both academically and personally. Professional psychological counseling services provided to Rochester College students through the clinic include individual psychotherapy, marital and family psychotherapy, and psychological assessments to assist in identifying the individual challenges of students. The current professional staff includes psychologists and psychotherapists who are licensed by the State of Michigan in their respective professions.
The Psychology and Counseling Clinic is located in the Muirhead Center on the west end of campus. The Rochester College Department of Psychology and Behavioral Sciences oversees the clinic. Appointments can be made by calling Dr. Gordon MacKinnon, Director of the Psychology and Counseling Clinic, at 248.218.2122.
Health Services and Medical Treatment
Rochester College has no on-campus health or medical facilities. The medical facilities listed accept most insurance plans. Some facilities may arrange to bill parents/legal guardians directly. However, students should verify this when they make an appointment. Students wanting the bill sent to their parents/legal guardians should take a letter from their parents/legal guardians to the clinic giving the clinic permission to bill.
Crittenton Hospital
1101 W. University Dr. Rochester, Michigan 48307
248.652.5311
Graham Health Center
Oakland University
248.370.2341
Mon-Fri: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Walk-ins accepted
Henry Ford Medical Center
Lakeside Medical Center
14500 Hall Rd. Sterling Heights, Michigan 48313
248.242.2700 ; 800-HENRYFORD
Open 24 hours
Oakland Urgent Care
2251 N Squirrel Rd. Suite 125, Auburn Hills, MI 48326
248.340.1600
Mon-Fri: 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. / Sat-Sun: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
No appointment necessary
Discounts available to all students with valid student ID card
North Oakland Urgent Care
2840 Crooks Rd. Suite. 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307
248.852.9290
Mon-Thur: 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. / Fri: 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. / Sat: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
No appointments necessary
Rochester Urgent Care
215 E. Auburn Rd. Rochester Hills, MI 48307
248.853.2009
8 a.m. – 10 p.m.
No appointments necessary;
office visits approximately
$105 without insurance; ask for student discounts
Oakland County Health Services
www.co.oakland.mi.us/health/directory/dirhealth.html
Health Division: North
County Service Center
1200 N. Telegraph, Bldg 36 East, Pontiac, MI 48341
248.858.1280
Fax: 248.858.0178
Health Division: South
27725 Greenfield Rd. Southfield, MI 48076
248.424.7000
Fax: 248.424.7144
Health Division: West
1010 E. West Maple, Walled Lake, MI 48390
248.926.3300
Fax: 248.960.7444
Health Division: Oakland Pointe
250 Elizabeth Lake Rd. Suite 1520, Pontiac, MI 48341
248.858.1280 or 248.452.8672