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Transcript of Merrimack College
Welcome from Orientation ............................................................. 01
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Pre-Fall Preparations ...................................................................... 06
Frequently Asked Questions ........................................................... 07
New Student FAQ
Commuter FAQ
Transfer FAQ
Virtual Orientation Schedules ....................................................... 02
Student Orientation
Family Orientation
Campus Buildings & Residence Halls ............................................. 12
Student Life on Campus .................................................................. 22
Dining
Parking
Accessibility
Student Resources
Meet the Orientation Committee 2020 .......................................... 32
Orientation Presenter Contact Information ................................... 36
Get Involved! ................................................................................... 27
Merrimack Lingo ............................................................................. 29
WELCOME HOME, WARRIORS!
From orientation to
graduation, and every day
in between, students will
experience an unparalleled
sense of belonging,
community, and
camaraderie
here at Merrimack College.
Here we hold a shared
belief that we're all in this
together and capable of
achieving extraordinary
things.
We are so excited to welcome you to Merrimack College. The
Orientation Committee is committed to providing you with all the
tools, tips, and tricks you'll need to make your transition into life at
Merrimack smooth!
We have planned "virtually" the best day ever for you, jam-packed
with information on all the different offices, people, and resources
ready to support your during your first year with us. Current
students, alumni, administrators, faculty, and staff are all eager to
get to know you and officially welcome you to the Merrimack
community. Take it all in and make the most of your day!
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Sincerely,
Orientation Committee 2020
Check your BlackBoard for additional resources throughout the summer!
10:00 am-12:00 pm Open Office Hours with Resource Fair Partners
Various Campus Partners
Welcome to Orientation! Various campus offices will be
available to answer questions and connect students and
families to key individuals and departments on campus.
11:15 am-12:00 pm Transfer Student Session
Jim Cristiano, Dir. of Admission for Transfer Students
Preston Croteau, Assistant Dean of Students
Transfer students will have the chance to meet their student
support staff and learn how to get the most out of Orientation
in order to hit the ground running this fall. Students can also
ask questions specific to being a transfer student.
V I R T U A L S T U D E N T O R I E N T A T I O N S C H E D U L E
12:00 pm-12:45 pm Welcome!
Allison Gill, Dean of Students/VP of Student Affairs
Father Raymond Dlugos, VP Mission and Ministry
Rose McCarthy, Assistant Dean of Students
Caitie Regan, Director of Community Standards
Orientation kicks off with a live session welcome from College
leadership and our Orientation Leader staff! Become immersed
in the Merrimack culture and community and learn why every
day is a great day to be a Warrior!
12:45 pm-1:45 pm Residence Life Session
Dave Golden, Dir. of Residence Life
Jonathan Bragg, Associate Dir. of Residence Life
Resident students will learn more about the benefits of the
Merrimack College residential experience via a live session
with members of the Residence Life Staff.
Commuter Life Session
Preston Croteau, Assistant Dean of Students
Liz Kew, Assistant Dir. of Off-Campus Residential Services
Commuter students will learn the in's and out's of being a
commuter via a live session with commuter student support
staff and fellow commuters.
1:45 pm-2:30 pm Make It Your Merrimack
Merrimack College Alumni
Learn about Warrior pride and get enthusiastic about what it
means to be a part of the Merrimack community. Recent alumni
will address incoming students to speak about their Merrimack
experience via a live session.
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Continued...
2:45 pm-3:45 pm Group Time with Your Orientation Leaders
Orientation Committee 2020
Students will join their Orientation Leaders in live small
groups and have the opportunity to meet fellow classmates
and become better acquainted with Merrimack!
3:45 pm-5:00 pm Program Meetings
Honors, Compass, Promise, Dean’s Forum, and Drive Programs
Students enrolled in the above programs are invited to learn
about the program and its benefits via live sessions with their
program directors.
V I R T U A L S T U D E N T O R I E N T A T I O N S C H E D U L E
5:00 pm (Session 4 Only) International Student Meeting
Leisl Smith, Dir. of Global Education
International students will have an opportunity to connect with
current international students as well as support staff on
campus regarding their transition.
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12:00 pm-12:45 pm Welcome!
Allison Gill, Dean of Students/VP of Student Affairs
Father Raymond Dlugos, VP Mission and Ministry
Rose McCarthy, Assistant Dean of Students
Caitie Regan, Director of Community Standards
Orientation kicks off with a live session welcome from College
leadership and our Orientation Leader staff! Become immersed
in the Merrimack culture and community and learn why every
day is a great day to be a Warrior!
12:45 pm-1:30 pm Enlightened and Engaged Parent
Allison Gill, Dean of Students/VP of Student Affairs
Peter Ellard, Dean of Student Success & Academic Support
In this live session, our Vice President of Student Affairs/Dean
of Students and Dean of Student Success and Academic
Support will discuss how to stay close to students in college
while allowing them to become independent students.
10:00 am-12:00 pm Open Office Hours with Resource Fair Partners
Various Campus Partners
Welcome to Orientation! Various campus offices will be
available to answer questions and connect students and
families to key individuals and departments on campus.
V I R T U A L F A M I L Y O R I E N T A T I O N S C H E D U L E
1:30 pm-2:00 pm Campus Safety
Chief Michael DelGreco, Dir. of Merrimack Police Dept.
In this live session, hear from the Merrimack College Police
Department about the measures taken to keep students safe.
3:45 pm-5:00 pm Program Meetings
Compass and Promise Programs
Parents and family members of students enrolled in Compass
and Promise programs are invited to learn about the program
and its benefits via live sessions with their program directors.
Continued...
V I R T U A L F A M I L Y O R I E N T A T I O N S C H E D U L E
2:15 pm-3:00 pm Mental Health Matters
Erin Hetzel, Mental Health Clinician
Brian Mannion, Mental Health Clinician
In this live session, representatives from the Hamel Health and
Counseling Center will review the most common ways that
students’ mental health will be challenged in college and how
to help them stay emotionally fit.
3:00 pm-3:45 pm Mission and Merrimack
Father Raymond Dlugos, VP Mission and Ministry
In this pre-recorded session, hear insight into the values upon
which Merrimack was founded as expressed in the Mission and
Vision Statement of the College, and the pivotal role that it
plays on campus every day.
PRE-FALL PREPARATIONS
NEW STUDENT CHECKLIST
RESIDENTIAL STUDENT PACKING LIST
Complete your MackTasks
Download Gmail & log into your Merrimack Email regularly
Log into your BlackBoard account & check out all the resources
Commuter Students: Register vehicle for 2020-2021 on MyMack
Residential Students: Label all items, luggage, bins, etc.
Twin XL Bedding
Cleaning supplies
Laundry detergent
School supplies
Lights/Lamps
Fan(s)
Command hooks/strips
Bathroom supplies (if suite)
Surge protector
Coat hangers
Shower caddy/shoes
Clothing for changing seasons
Headphones Towels Toiletries
For more information, please visit the Office of Residence Life website here.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What are the best places to eat off-campus?
Along Route 114, right next to campus, you can find Bertucci’s, Panera Bread,
Chipotle, Fuddruckers, Howling Wolf Taqueria, and more! Click here for a list of
places off-campus where you can use your MackCard.
NEW STUDENT FAQ
Where can I grab a bite to eat on campus?
There are tons of places to eat on campus! Sparky's Place, our dining hall, and The
Warrior's Den, which offers food on the go, are students' go-to places for every
meal. Some other quick options are Dunkin' Donuts, the Merrimack Food Truck,
Sanctuary Cafe, and the Library Cafe.
What's the best way to stay informed of events happening on campus?
One of the best ways to stay updated on campus events is checking The
Weekender! This newsletter is sent to students' Merrimack emails weekly, and it
includes every event, program, or meeting you can look forward to that weekend.
You can also follow the Office of Student Involvement's Instagram by clicking here.
How difficult are the classes? Am I going to be stressed?
College classes are definitely different than high school, and we can't promise they
won't come without their challenges and stressors! Merrimack does everything to
make sure you have the tools and support you need to be successful in your first
year. From tutoring and academic advising, to faculty office hours and study
groups, and so much more, we're ready to assist you at every step of the way.
What's the best way to meet new people and make friends?
Get involved! Whether you join a new club, try out for club sports, run for Student
Government, or even just attend a weekly event, you'll get to know so many new
faces! The majority of Warriors are involved in at least one club or organization on
campus, and it is the best way to meet people who have at least one thing in
common with you!
What are the weekends like?
Merrimack College prides itself on not being a "suitcase" school. Most students stay
at Merrimack through the weekends, even commuters, and the Office of Student
Involvement runs at least one program every weekend, keeping things fun!
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
COMMUTER STUDENT FAQ
Do commuter students have to attend Orientation?
Yes! New Student Orientation is for all Fall 2020 new students. The best way for
you to prepare for life at Merrimack is to attend the Orientation program!
Where can I park on campus in the Fall?
Commuters can park in most lots on campus! Commuters can park in Lots E, F, G, H,
J, M, and the Collegiate Church of Christ the Teacher Lot. For a map of these
locations and more information, click here.
Can commuters have a meal plan?
Yes! The meal plan options for commuters are referred to as Block Plans. To learn
more, visit the Sodexo website here.
Can I still get involved and attend events, even as a commuter?
Absolutely! Getting to know your peers and the orientation staff is a great start to
making connections with different student organizations and clubs! The Office of
Student Involvement also holds an involvement fair during the first couple weeks of
the semester, which is a great place to learn all about what Merrimack has to offer.
Where can I hang out on campus?
Merrimack has its very own Commuter Lounge, equipped with a kitchenette, lounge
area, study rooms, and a printer, all located on the second floor of the Sakowich
Campus Center! Commuters also enjoy hanging out in the Warriors Den, the 47
Lounge, the Sanctuary Cafe, McQuade Library, and even outside when it's warm!
Where can I park on weekends or overnight?
Commuters are allowed to park in their designated lots on campus over the
weekend. Overnight parking is limited. Contact the Office of Parking and
Transportation by emailing [email protected] for more details.
What is a Commuter Advisor?
Each commuter student is assigned a Commuter Advisor! Similar to Resident
Assistants, these are current Merrimack commuter students who are there to help
you adjust to college and answer any questions you may have throughout the year!
CA's hold office hours in the Commuter Lounge everyday!
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
TRANSFER STUDENT FAQ
What is Merrimack’s community like? Is it easy to fit in?
Merrimack is a super inclusive community where everyone feels at home. The
community has tons of ways to get involved and have fun, as well as to succeed in
your classes and major. There's something for everyone here!
What is the adjustment like when you arrive at Merrimack?
While we know that adjustments are different for everyone, especially for transfer
students, Merrimack has many support systems in place to help all students adjust
to their new life on campus. These resources include Hamel Health and Counseling
Center, the Academic Success Center, as well as your Resident and Commuter
Advisors, and so much more!
How can I find a job on campus?
The O'Brien Center for Career Development is always available to help you find job
opportunities both on, and off, campus! All Merrimack students are set up with a
Handshake account through their Merrimack login. You can find most on-campus
jobs postings there.
Can I still get involved and attend events, even as a transfer?
Absolutely! Getting to know your peers and the orientation staff is a great start to
making connections with different student organizations and clubs! The Office of
Student Involvement also holds an involvement fair during the first couple weeks of
the semester, which is a great place to learn about what Merrimack has to offer.
How do I know if my credits will transfer to Merrimack?
Transfer students can visit their Degree Audit, located on myMack, to view specific
details regarding transferred credits. You can also feel free to set up an
appointment with your Academic Advisor (all Merrimack students have one!) to
answer any questions you may have! You can find out who your advisor is on
myMack under the Student Info tab.
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CAMPUS BUILDINGS
Academic Innovation Center
The Academic Innovation Center is
located in the Merrimack Athletics
Complex, right next to the South
Entrance. It is home to the Writers’
House, seminar rooms, faculty lounges, a
mock stock trading floor, and classrooms
equipped with tons of technology.
Crowe Hall
Located on the North side of campus,
Crowe Hall is home to the Girard School
of Business. From traditional classrooms
and the Mucci Capital Markets Lab, to
the Financial Capability Center and the
Applied Project Learning Center, as well
as the Lucey Center for Business
Advising, this building means business!
Cushing Hall
Cushing Hall is home to the Religious and
Theological Studies offices. Steven’s
Auditorium and the Austin Scholars
Lounge is also located here. Cushing also
houses the Dept. of Communications and
Media, and you can find our Mac lab,
photo studio, television studio, and
faculty offices all on the second floor.
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O'Reilly Hall
Here, the Psychology Dept. is equipped
with individual and group testing rooms,
observation spaces, and faculty offices.
The School of Health sciences' anatomy
and physiology labs, exercise science lab,
sports medicine lab, a 3D medical
imaging table, and faculty offices.
CAMPUS BUILDINGS
Nursing Center
Brand new this year, the Nursing Center
is located on the North side of campus. It
features state-of-the-art labs,
classrooms, study spaces, and faculty
offices. It is also equipped with high-
fidelity simulation mannequins and
medication administration systems.
Palmisano Hall
Palmisano Hall is home to the Science
and Engineering Programs. Equipped
with science labs, engineering labs, and
faculty offices, Palmisano is the place for
future scientists and engineers to
succeed!
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CAMPUS BUILDINGS
Arcidi Center
The Dr. Alfred L. Arcidi Center welcomes
you to campus as soon as you pass
through the Elm Street entrance! Your
first tour of campus probably started
here, as it houses the Welcome Center
and Undergraduate Admissions. It is also
home to the O’Brien Center for Career
Development.
Austin Hall
Austin Hall is home to most administrative
offices on campus: the Bursar, the
Registrar, Parking, Financial Aid, as well
as faculty offices for the School of
Education and Social Policy. Here, you
will also find The Office of the President,
as well as the newly-renovated Chapel
of Our Mother of Good Counsel, one of
our prayer spaces on campus.
Sullivan Hall
Sullivan Hall is dedicated to the School
of Liberal Arts here on campus. It is home
to several faculty offices, classrooms,
and lounges, as well as the Discover
Program, which is an academic advising
program for students who have not
declared a major
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Hamel Health and Counseling Center
Hamel Health and Counseling Center,
open Mon-Fri, is staffed by licensed
professionals and provides confidential
health and counseling services free to all
Merrimack students. Hamel is located
towards the back of campus, next to
Monican Centre and the St. Thomas & St.
Ann Apartments. Call (978) 837-5441 or
email [email protected]
for more information.
CAMPUS BUILDINGS
Cascia Hall
Cascia Hall is one of our newly-
renovated event spaces on campus.
Located next to the Sakowich Campus
Center, Cascia Hall is used for a whole
host of campus happenings, including
classes, prayer services, and more!
Collegiate Church of Christ the Teacher
Located at the North Entrance, the
Collegiate Church of Christ the Teacher is
one of the first buildings to welcome
students and visitors to campus. The
Church holds mass and other campus
events, and even weddings for Merrimack
alumni!
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CAMPUS BUILDINGS
Sakowich Campus Center
The Gladys Sakowich Campus Center is
the heart of campus life. Students have
access to a variety of lounges and dining
areas, including Sparky’s Place, The
Warrior’s Den, and Augie’s Pub. It is also
home to an elevated indoor track,
basketball court, dance studio and
fitness center, as well as the Post Office,
the Commuter Lounge, Campus Ministry,
the Dean of Students Suite, and more.
The Hub
The Hub is located directly behind the
Sakowich Campus Center, and it is home
to the Office of Student Involvement,
"the hub" of involvement and fun on
campus! The building includes several
event spaces, staff offices, and all
necessary resources for student clubs
and organizations.
McQuade Library
McQuade Library is home to text and
digital resources, study spaces,
meditations rooms, the Library Cafe, and
more. It houses the IT Department,
Accessibility Services, the Academic
Success Center, The Tutoring and Math
Center, The Writing Center, and the
Promise, Compass, Drive, and Phoenix
Programs.
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Rogers Center for the Arts
The Rogers Center for the Arts is home to
the Visual and Performing Arts
Department, Art Galleries, and many other
events that can be found on the Campus
Programming Calendar. Merrimack
College Students can experience events
at the Rogers Center for free!
CAMPUS BUILDINGS
The Unity House
This little red house located directly
behind The Hub is home to our
Coordinator of Multicultural Initiatives, as
well as various student-run organizations
which promote campus-wide diversity,
inclusion, and social-justice work to
encourage a vibrant and inclusive
campus community.
Merrimack Athletics Complex (MAC)
Located at the South side of campus, the
MAC is home to many of our Division I
Athletics teams! Here, you'll find Lawler
Rink and Gallant Arena, as well as Hammel
Court, the Volpe Athletic Center, varsity
locker rooms, the Sports Medicine and
Health Sciences Center, the Strength and
Conditioning Center, and so much more.
This is also home to the Merrimack College
Bookstore and, most importantly, Dunkin’
Donuts!
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RESIDENCE HALLS
Deegan Hall
Deegan Hall is a traditional-style
residence hall. This hall primarily houses
first-year students. Each floor has its own
common area, study lounge and
community bathrooms. In addition, there
are seminar rooms on the first floor,
where some classes are held. This is also
home to the 47 Lounge, a hang-out and
event space on campus!
Monican Centre
Monican Centre is the sister hall to Ash
Centre. It also houses double rooms and
four-person suites, primarily for first-year
students. It is complete with a fireplace,
flat-screen television, ping pong table,
and large spaces throughout for group
meetings and private study sessions.
Ash Centre
Ash Centre is a traditional-style
residence hall with doubles and four-
person suites. This hall primarily houses
first-year students. The lobby of the
building boasts a fireplace, flat-screen
television, and a ping pong table. There
are also large spaces throughout for
group meetings and private study
sessions.
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South Residential Village
South Residential Village is a suite-style,
independent living area that primarily
houses upperclassmen. The area has four
and six-person suites. Each suite contains
a common living area and semi-private
bathroom space.
RESIDENCE HALLS
Royal Crest Estates
The apartments leased by Merrimack at
Royal Crest house primarily
upperclassmen in an independent-living
environment. Each apartment has either
two or three bedrooms, a kitchen area, a
living room, and semi-private bathroom
space. Students living at Royal Crest
have access to the pool area, the
clubhouse and the community gym.
The Townhouses
The Townhouses comprise of 14 townhouse
units, each with its own exterior access.
Each townhouse has six bedrooms (two
people per bedroom), two full baths and
one half-bath. Fun fact: the Townhouses
are named after various towns and cities in
the Merrimack Valley!
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RESIDENCE HALLS
North Residential Village
North Residential Village is the sister hall
to South Residential Village. It also
houses four- and six-person suite-style
living, primarily for upperclassmen, each
with a common living area and semi-
private bathroom space. North
Residential Village is home to the Honors
Living Learning Community. It is also
home to the Sanctuary Cafe, a full-
service café serving Starbucks coffee.
St. Thomas and St. Ann Apartments
Located behind the Hamel Health and
Counseling Center, St. Thomas and St.
Ann apartments house primarily
upperclassmen. Each apartment has two
bedrooms, a kitchen area, a living room,
and semi-private bathroom space. The
St. Thomas Community room offers a
large space for students to study and
hang out.
O'Brien Hall
O’Brien Hall is a suite-style, independent
living area which primarily houses
upperclassmen. The area has four-, six-,
and eight-person suites. Each suite
contains a common living area and semi-
private bathroom space. O’Brien Hall
includes a kitchen, a pool table, and a
television.
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STUDENT LIFE ON CAMPUS
DINING
Whether on or off campus, regardless of meal
plan, you will have plenty of opportunities to
find the fuel you need to study, participate in
class, exercise and get through your day.
You can choose to grab a quick bite at
the Warrior’s Den, enjoy flatbreads the Library
Café or stop by Sparky’s Place for a more
traditional cafeteria dining
experience. Augie’s Pub, for students 21 and
older, offers a pub-style menu and beer. There
are also a number of coffee spots and cafe's
throughout campus, including Dunkin' Donuts
and the Sanctuary Cafe, which serves
Starbucks Coffee and is the perfect cozy
study spot. You can also access more than
20 dining options within one mile of campus,
some of which accept the MackCard.
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Resident Meal Plans provide exciting and innovative dining programs for the entire
Merrimack community. Block plans are available to all commuter students, faculty
and staff. Click here to learn more about which meal plan is best for you.
Meal Plans
Our dietitian works hard to educate you on maintaining a healthy diet. If you have
strict dietary needs, you can enjoy MyZone; a pantry free from gluten, peanuts, tree
nuts and gluten containing products within Sparky’s Place. In addition, our dietitian
is available for complimentary consultations on topics such as food allergies, Celiac
disease, vegan and vegetarian nutrition, and other special dietary needs. Contact
our Registered Dietician Laura Klotz at [email protected] for more information.
Nutrition and Allergies
To be considered for parking, all students must complete the Vehicle Registration
Form via MyMack. For residential students, on-campus parking is available on a
seniority basis, with seniors, students with disabilities, and students with approved
off-campus experiential-education placements getting priority.
Residential students are assigned a spot on campus and must park in their
designated spot with their parking decal on the car. For students who do not receive
a spot on campus, there is an opportunity to get free parking at Merrimack’s East
Mills location which the Warrior Shuttle make stops at regularly throughout the day.
For commuter students, parking passes are required to park on campus and are
available to all commuter students attending the college. All commuter students who
have completed their application will be notified approximately three weeks prior to
the start of the semester and can then begin picking their passes up in the Bursar’s
Office. Contact the Office of Parking and Transportation at [email protected]
for more details.
STUDENT LIFE ON CAMPUS
PARKING
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ACCESSIBILITY
Located on the third floor of
McQuade Library, The Office of
Accessibility Services works closely
with students with documented
disabilities who may require
reasonable accommodations with
regard to academics, housing and
medical-related parking. This office
is just one attribute that sets
Merrimack College apart from other
institutions
Want to learn more about
Accessibility Services at Merrimack?
Click here!
STUDENT LIFE ON CAMPUS
STUDENT RESOURCES
Who: Nick DiSalvatore, [email protected]
Where: Sakowich Campus Center, Suite 351
What: Campus Ministry offers opportunities for spiritual
enrichment, conversation, and reflection together.
Campus Ministry
Who: [email protected]
Where: McQuade Library, Third Floor
What: The Academic Success Center is here to provide
you with a wide range of opportunities to help enhance
your academic performance, from advising and tutoring,
to workshops and success coaching.
Academic Success Center
Who: Hugh Hinton, [email protected]
Where: Sakowich Campus Center, Suite 355
What: Express yourself, collaborate with others and
explore your artistic side in dance, music, theater and the
visual arts.
Arts & Music Organizations
Who: [email protected]
Where: McQuade Library, Third Floor
What: FYE is a requisite course for all first-year
Merrimack College students. Uniquely taught by a
professional staff/faculty member and an upperclassman
student mentor, the course is designed to facilitate a
positive transitional experience from high school to
college. The FYE Office plans and promotes social and
academic programs to further establish the success of
first year Merrimack College students.
First Year Experience
STUDENT LIFE ON CAMPUS
STUDENT RESOURCES (CONT'D.)
Who: [email protected]
Where: Sakowich Campus Center, Suite 310
What: ISS is international students' go-to for questions
about visas, regulations, opportunities as F-1 students,
and more.
International Student Support (ISS)
Who: [email protected]
Where: 23 Rock Ridge Road (behind Crowe Hall)
What: The Office of Global Education helps students
explore how Merrimack can take them around the world,
from Shanghai to Sydney, Buenos Aires to Berlin,
Copenhagen to Cape Town.
Office of Global Education
Who: [email protected]
Where: Sakowich Campus Center, Second Floor
What: Who doesn't love receiving and sending mail?
Each residential is assigned student a unique mail stop
number when assigned housing, and it can be found on
myMack.
Post Office
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Who: [email protected]
Where: Arcidi Center, Second Floor
What: Whether you want to speak with a career advisor,
take a career assessment online, learn more about what
skills you'll need to master, or explore internships, the
O'Brien Center is here to help. Check out our
Professional Development Retreat, the Internship
Institute, our series of networking events, and more!
O'Brien Center for Career Development
STUDENT LIFE ON CAMPUS
STUDENT RESOURCES
Who: [email protected]
Where: The Hub
What: OSI engages students in purposeful, out-of-
classroom experiences and oversees over 60 student
organizations, Greek Life, Multicultural Initiatives, and
Leadership Development opportunities for students.
The Office of Student Involvement (OSI)
Who: [email protected]
Where: Sakowich Campus Center, Suite 370
What: Living on campus for the first time is a major
transition from living at home, and Residence Life is here
to support you through that transition while you make
Merrimack your home away from home.
The Office of Residence Life
Who: [email protected]
Where: Sakowich Campus Center, Suite 370
What: The Office of Wellness Education promotes a
campus culture in which every student is given the
support, education, opportunities, and encouragement
necessary to actively prioritize their health and wellness.
The Office of Wellness Education
Who: Robert Koch, [email protected]
Where: McQuade Library, Third Floor
What: 21C provides free tutorials services in writing,
math, study strategies, and content tutoring in nearly
every major and across the entire General Education
curriculum. For more details, click here.
21C (Twenty-First Century Literary Partners)
GET INVOLVED!
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The Office of Student Involvement engages students in purposeful, out-of-
classroom experiences that foster social, cultural, spiritual, transitional and
interpersonal development. With over 60 student organizations that range from
academic, social, Greek Life, multicultural initiatives, leadership development,
and more, there is something for everyone!
Accounting Club
American Marketing Association
American Society of Civil Engineers
The Beacon (Student Newspaper)
Criminology Club
Education Club
E-NABLE
Finance (Investment) Club
Institute of Electrical Engineers
Italian Club
Math Club
Model United Nations
The Monument
Pre-Law Society
Society of Women Engineers
Sports Management Club
Student Clubs & Organizations
Sports Medicine Club
Student Association of Sociology
Student Government Association
Order of Omega (Honor Society)
Panhellenic Council
Kappa Sigma (Fraternity)
Tau Kappa Epsilon (Fraternity)
Theta Phi Alpha (Sorority)
Art Warriors
Comedy Club
Concert Choir
Dance Club
Jazz Ensemble
Mackapella
Mackaphonics
OnStagers Dramatic Society
Pep Band
ALANA
Campus Crusade for Christ (CRU)
Interfaith Alliance
Active Minds
Auto Club
Best Buddies
Black Student Association
Gaming Club
Gay Straight Alliance
Gender Equality at Merrimack (GEM)
Green Team
Relay for Life
Love Your Melon
Poker Society
Recreation Club
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Ski and Snowboard Club
Spanish and Latino Student Association
Ultimate Warrior
Veterans Club
Young Athletes
Basketball
Cross Country
Field Hockey
Golf
Ice Hockey
Clubs & Organizations (Cont'd.)
Lacrosse
Rowing
Soccer
Softball
Swimming
Tennis
Track & Field
Volleyball
Women's Varsity Sports
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Football
Ice Hockey
Lacrosse
Soccer
Men's Varsity Sports
Tennis
Track & Field
Baseball
Basketball (M)
Cheerleading
Dance Team
Field Hockey (M/W)
Figure Skating (W)
Golf (M)
Gymnastics (W)
Ice Hockey (M/W)
Lacrosse (M/W)
Rugby (M/W)
Softball
Ultimate Frisbee (M/W)
Club Sports
Volleyball (W)
Soccer (M/W)
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Also known as the Sakowich Campus Center, The Sak is the heart of campus,
featuring lounges, dining, the fitness center, and more!
"THE SAK"
Also known as the Warrior’s Den, The Den is located in the Sak! It offers food-on-
the-go and late night options, from sushi, subs, and nacks, to salads, fresh
smoothies, and ice cream. The Den also offers daily meal swipe options.
"THE DEN"
Also known as Sparky’s Place, Sparks is Merrimack's dining hall, the primary food
option on campus. Located in the Sak, you can use your meal swipes here to access
delicious buffet-style dining.
"SPARKS"
Also known as the Merrimack Athletics Complex and located next to Duane
Stadium, in the MAC you’ll find hockey rinks, the Merrimack College Bookstore,
Dunkin' Donuts, Hammel Court, and all things Athletics!
"VOLPE/MAC"
Also known as Dunkin' Donuts, Dunks is located right next to the Bookstore in the
MAC. Order on-the-go from your dorm room and grab your morning coffee on the
way to class!
"DUNKS"
There's not one, but two Ham(m)el's on campus. The first is Hamel Health and
Counseling Center, located next to Monican Centre. The other is Hammel Court,
located in the MAC, where our Basketball and Volleyball teams compete!
"HAMEL/HAMMEL"
Also known as Royal Crest, this apartment complex is located across the street
from campus. Merrimack leases several apartments for residential students!
"ROYAL"
Also known as North Residential Village, this residence hall is located on the North
side of campus, near Crowe Hall, the Arcidi Center, and is home to the Sanctuary
Cafe and the Honors Program.
"NORTH"
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Also known as the Sanctuary Cafe, this is like our on-campus Starbucks! It is
located in North, in front of Crowe Hall and the Arcidi Center. It offers a nice quiet
and cozy space for studying or hanging out.
"SANCTUARY"
Also known as South Residential Village, this residence hall is located on the
South side of campus, behind the Sak, and right next to The Hub and O'Brien Hall.
"NEW RES" OR "SOUTH"
The Hub is home the Office of Student Involvement, better known as OSI. This is
your go-to for fun on campus. Swing by to join a student club or organization!
"THE HUB" OR "OSI"
Merrimack’s best kept secret! Run by Campus Ministry, M.O.R.E. (Merrimack Out-
Reach Experience) is a student-led retreat program, designed to deepen relations
with other students and forge closer ties with the greater Merrimack community.
"M.O.R.E."
Melanie Clark
Class of 2022
ORIENTATION COORDINATORS
Deano Asprogiannis
Class of 2021
Emily Hoar
Class of 2021
Natalie Pagliocca
Class of 2021
Hannah Kloiber-Bravo
Class of 2021
ORIENTATION CAPTAINS
Hayley Yule
Class of 2022
Kae Andrews
Class of 2021
Andrew "Panda" Borromeo
Class of 2021
Amanda Ribot
Class of 2021
ORIENTATION LEADERS
Tayleigh Teirney-Honan
Class of 2022
Kevin Carroll
Class of 2023
Allen Ryan
Class of 2022
Reise Speroni
Class of 2023
Grace Dominov
Class of 2022
Joe Casale
Class of 2023
Allison Beauchesne
Class of 2021
Lindsay Smith
Class of 2022
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ORIENTATION LEADERS
Kate Godfrey
Class of 2021
Meg Langenfeld
Class of 2022
Maddie Smith
Class of 2022
Freddy Monroy
Class of 2023
Brian Dervin
Class of 2022
Shannon O'Grady
Class of 2022
Gillian O'Brien
Class of 2022
Donald Anastasi
Class of 2022
Olivia Beauchesne
Class of 2021
Arianna Vitacca
Class of 2023
Kelly Pittendreigh
Class of 2022
Logan Salvi
Class of 2023
Gina DiFelice
Class of 2021
Derryn Langlois
Class of 2023
Peter Garuti
Class of 2022
Kevin Reddington
Class of 2023
Cobbina Appiah
Class of 2021
Alexandra O'Connor
Class of 2022
Lauren Hamilton
Class of 2022
Ashley DiBella
Class of 2023
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ORIENTATION LEADERS
Abbey Loughlin
Class of 2022
Connor Nickerson
Class of 2022
Marlaina Linnane
Class of 2023
Andrea Cervizzi
Class of 2021
Madelyn Mallaghan
Class of 2023
Sean Maloney
Class of 2023
Michael Gonzalez
Class of 2022
Emma Gerbutavich
Class of 2023
Lillian Schaefer-Calderon
Class of 2023
Daniel McMahon
Class of 2023
Serena Cook
Class of 2023
Brianna Bailey
Class of 2023
Meghan Maloney
Class of 2023
Jillian Rowland
Class of 2023
Anna McCarthy
Class of 2023
Michelle Maffe
Class of 2023
ORIENTATION COMMITTEE 2020
Jim Cristiano
Dir. of Admission for Transfer Students
(978) 837-5100
ORIENTATION PRESENTERS
Student Program Presenters Family Program Presenters
Preston Croteau
Assistant Dean of Students
(978) 837-5574
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Allison Gill
Dean of Students/VP of Student Affairs
(978) 837-5175
Father Raymond Dlugos
VP of Mission and Ministry
(978) 837-5130
Rose McCarthy
Assistant Dean of Students
(978) 837-5508
Caitie Regan
Dir. of Community Standards
(978) 837-5175
Dave Golden
Dir. of Residence Life
(978) 837-5507
Jonathan Bragg
Associate Dir. of Residence Life
(978) 837-5402
Allison Gill
Dean of Students/VP of Student Affairs
(978) 837-5175
Father Raymond Dlugos
VP of Mission and Ministry
(978) 837-5130
Rose McCarthy
Assistant Dean of Students
(978) 837-5508
Caitie Regan
Dir. of Community Standards
(978) 837-5175
Peter Ellard
Dean of Student Success & Academic Support
(978) 837-5755
Chief Michael DelGreco
Dir. of Merrimack Police Department
(978) 837-5292
Erin Hetzel
Mental Health Clinician
(978) 837-5441
Brian Mannion
Mental Health Clinician
(978) 837-5441
Liz Kew
Assistant Dir. of Off-Campus Residential Services
(978) 837-6748
ORIENTATION PRESENTERS
Student Program Presenters (Cont'd.)
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Leisl Smith
Dir. of Global Education
(978) 837-5571
Lisa Cavallaro
Associate Dir. of the Honors Program
(978) 837-5404
Program Meeting Contacts
Nora Cochrane
Dir. of the Compass Program
(978) 837-5039
Traci McCubbin
Dir. of the Promise Program
(978) 837-3469
Diane Shaw
Associate Dean of Student Success/
Director of Academic Support & Advising
(978) 837-5146
[email protected] McWhorter
Dir. of the Honors Program
(978) 837-3423
Jennifer Evans
Assistant Dean of Student Success/
Academic Support Systems
(978) 837-3528
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