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The Academic Affairs Office assists students in many ways: register for the first time; drop or add classes; and provide a degree audit as to which courses are needed to progress toward degree completion. The office works closely with faculty and staff to ensure that every students' academic needs are met.

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Welcome to Cumberland University office of Accessibility Service. Our mission is to provide eligible students with documented disabilities equal access to Cumberland University academic and physical environments through reasonable accommodations.

Cumberland University does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or veteran status in provision of education opportunities or employment opportunities and benefits, pursuant to the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as codified in 42 U.S.C. 2000D; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Pub. L. 92-318: Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Pub. L. 101-336; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 (Pub. L. 90-202) (ADEA); and the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, 42 USC 6101, et. seq.

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You can register for accommodations by filling out an application. This can be found on the Cumberland website under the "Accessibility Services" page, or by emailing the Director of Accessibility Services, Mikaela Curtis at mcurtis@cumberland.edu. You may also come by the office in person to fill out an application in Labry Hall 226.
You will also be required to submit documentation of your disability. This can be a previous 504 plan, IEP, Summary of Performance, or a diagnosis from your doctor. More guidelines on documentation can be found on the Cumberland website, or by reaching out to the Director.

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If you’re thinking about Cumberland, too, everything you need is here. Admission is open to undergrads, grads, international, transfer, non-traditional and those who just want to take a class here and there to stay sharp.

You can apply on-line at http://www.cumberland.edu/applynow. You may also be interested in coming to campus for a Visit or a Preview Day event! To sign up go to http://www.cumberland.edu/admissions/visit/.

Contact the Office of Admissions at 615.547.1246 or admissions@cumberland.edu for more information.

Admission Office Contact Information

The Admissions Office is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Please contact the Admissions Office at 615.547.1221 locally or 800.467.0562 to schedule a campus visit. You may also schedule a campus tour via e-mail at cue@cumberland.edu.

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All textbooks will begin shipping 2 weeks prior to the first day of class. The bookstore is located on the lower level of the Mitchell Student Center (below the Dining Hall).

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The Business Office manages the financial affairs of the university. Services include accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, student accounts, and budgeting. We look forward to serving you.

Hours of Operation:
8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday - Friday

Accounts Receivable:
615-547-1218 or 615-547-1250

The mission of the Accounts Receivable Office is to provide professional and courteous services to students, faculty, and staff for receipt of tuition, fees, and other payments, as well as the disbursement of student refunds, in the most prudent, cost-effective, and efficient manner, while maintaining privacy and respect for each customer.

Accounts Payable:
615-547-1363

The mission of Accounts Payable is to monitor proper approvals for payments, to provide timely and accurate expenditure of university funds, to record those transactions consistent with the University mission and in compliance with company policy and the federal and state rules and regulations, and maintain professional and helpful interactions with the University community on all accounts payable matters.

Accounting Services and Budgeting:
615-547-1303 or 615-547-1237

The mission of the Accounting Services and Budget area is to conduct and report overall University fiscal activities in a professional, cost effective manner in accordance with the University mission and the core values of politeness, respect integrity, and accountability to ensure sound fiscal management of University resources.

Fax Number:
615-443-8428

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The Office of Career Services and Internships is located in the Learning and Career Commons, room 225. It supports students and alumni in the development and achievement of career decisions and goals.

Services are provided to all Cumberland students and graduates and include:
- Self-assessment and Career Planning
- Internship and Job Postings
- Resume and Cover Letter Review
- Mentoring Program
- Graduate School Preparation
- Career-Related Workshops
- Mock Interviews

Hours:
Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm by appointment, preferred.
Graduate Assistant Hours: Monday-Friday 8-12:00 noon
Please email careerservices@cumberland.edu for an appointment.

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The staff of the Counseling Center views counseling as another form of learning where students are able to learn more effective means of resolving concerns and developing strategies for achieving personal and professional goals. Counseling can assist those who are experiencing various personal problems and difficulties. Some of the concerns commonly addressed include adjustment to college, relationships, stress, depression, loneliness, anxiety, and self-esteem. If student needs are better served by other resources, referrals will be made to an appropriate community resource.

Cumberland University has several options for students to connect with a counselor. Our on campus counselor, Eddie Christian, is located in Labry Hall 225 and can be reached at 615-547-1397 or EChristian@Cumberland.edu. We also partner with TheraTribe to offer a wider range of counselors and counseling options for students. To reach out to TheraTribe and schedule a counseling session, contact Sandra Fields at sfields@theratribe.com.

Office: Labry 225
Phone: (615) 547-1397

In Case of Emergency...Please do not rely on e-mail for help in a crisis or emergency situation. If you are in a crisis, please come to the Counseling Center in Labry Hall 225 or call 615-547-1397 during business hours. If no one is available or if it is after hours, for a mental health crisis call 615-449-0500, or Cumberland Security 615-476-3061 or for an emergency call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.

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The Cumberland University Mail Room is located in the lower level of the Mitchell Student Center, and receives and sends US mail for University departments as well as resident students. Mail boxes for resident students are also housed outside the mail room. In addition to receiving and sending U.S. mail, the mail room processes UPS and Federal Express Packages.

Hours of operation vary according to the time of year. The current hours of operation are always posted on the mail room window and door. In general the mail room maintains the following hours during the regular school year, August through May.

Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

The mail room may deviate from the above hours due to school closings, holidays, or staff availability. When alterations to the normal operating hours are necessary, the modified hours will be posted outside the mail room. If you have any questions or need additional information regarding mail room policies and procedures, please feel free to contact the mail room at ext. 1411.

PO Box keys will be issued by the mail room to resident hall students. To obtain a key, students must present their student ID and complete an information card with contact information. There is no charge for PO Box use. Keys must be surrendered upon leaving the University. There is a lost key charge of $25 if the key is lost. This amount will be charged to the student account.

Outgoing first class mail must be received in the mail room no later than 11:00 AM in order to be processed the same day.

All mail is sent first class unless otherwise specified. The mail room can insure or send registered or certified first class mail. It is necessary to specify when special handling is required. Federal Express service is available.


In order to pick up student packages and oversize mail from the counter, an ID must be presented.


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All packages received in the Mailroom are recorded and must be signed out to the recipient. The Mailroom receives all small packages from commercial carriers (mainly UPS, DHL and FedEx), logs them and notifies the person or department to whom they are addressed. Packages are delivered at various times throughout the day.

At least one month prior to a student planning to leave the University, the student should contact all sources for their incoming mail such as banks, etc. to change mailing addresses. The USPS will not forward student mail.

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Show your CU Pride!! Located in the lower level of the Mitchell Student Center the CU Shop is your Official CU merchandise supplier!

Whether you are a CU student, Alumni or just a fan, the Cumberland University Pride Shop has just what you need to show your school spirit!

Daily Hours of Operation
Mon-Fri: 8AM- 4PM

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Welcome to Tutoring with the Office of Student Success

Directly above you will notice a link that will take you to additional information regarding each of the student led Tutoring Labs.


INDIVIDUAL AND GROUP TUTORING:

Whether you prefer to study one-on-one with a qualified tutor or enjoy a group setting, the Office of Student Success will find you what you need.

Located in Room 122 in the Learning and Career Commons, this office is where CU students can get academic assistance through free individual or group tutoring. The Office of Student Success is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 am - 4:30 pm.


ACCESSING TUTORING SERVICES:
Students can request tutoring by going to the CU Student Success Office (room 122 LCC), going into a Tutoring Lab, or completing the information by following this link:

https://forms.gle/35wdXjtxXkqkbiof8

TUTORING LABS:
Cumberland has tutoring for most subjects and Tutoring Labs where students can get one on one tutoring simply by walking into the Lab. Lab Tutoring is provided for Accounting, Business, Exercise Science, History, Language Support, Math, Science, Statistics/Psychology, and Writing Support. Students can access the hours and locations for the Labs through the Phoenix News, CU APP, and the Flyer Bulletin Board outside of Room 122 in the LCC.

This link will take you to information regarding hours and locations for the labs: https://www.canva.com/design/DAHBouRPLVQ/Ge5E8EEbUe16lJ6djr-KRQ/edit?utm_content=DAHBouRPLVQ&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=sharebutton

CU WRITING CENTER:
Cumberland University’s Writing Center strives to help students improve their academic writing, focusing on elements like structure, syntax, and content while abiding by proper MLA, APA, and Chicago guidelines. Additionally, the office provides assistance with research, helping students locate scholarly, academic information while utilizing the library’s resources.

STUDENT TUTORING EXIT SURVEY
Students are asked to provide feedback at the end of tutoring sessions. This information helps us to always continue to improve services for the campus.

Please email CUStudentSuccess@cumberland.edu for additional information.

TUTORING EVALUATION SURVEY:
Students please select the appropriate link for end of tutoring session survey:

MATH Tutoring:
https://forms.gle/nMT2wq5srvrWe1pF6


Science Tutoring:
https://forms.gle/up9aFXfX5akkNFKZ9


ALL OTHER TUTORING:
https://forms.gle/zGv9GaUnowM7FNNV9


FOR TUTORS ONLY:
TUTOR SIGN IN/OUT
Tutors please utilize this link to sign in/out of tutoring sessions:

https://forms.gle/2iAUGXfobYnuGm6AA

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The Office of Student Success is your place for academic support. The office is located in the Learning and Career Commons room 122 and is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. It serves as a resource for Cumberland University students in need of tutoring, mentoring and academic assistance. The primary goal is to provide Cumberland University students with the tools that are necessary for success.

Visit the Office of Student Success to get assistance with any of your classes. We can arrange for you to meet with a peer tutor for private study sessions or pair you up with a group tutor. In addition to tutoring, we offer walk-in writing assistance with a faculty-approved English tutor, a qualified Graduate Assistant or the Center’s Director. The Office of Student Success is here to provide you with the tools necessary to be successful, whether that means helping you pass your hardest class or turning a B into an A!

While the Office of Student Success is open to all Cumberland University students who wish to obtain academic assistance and/or individual tutoring, Cumberland University faculty may also refer students for further academic attention. The office works closely with the Athletic Department to ensure student-athletes have access to additional academic resources.

Please contact Cindy Conley at 615-547-1238 or by email at cconley@cumberland.edu if you have additional questions.

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The mission of Cumberland University is to provide a contemporary liberal arts education to students seeking a high-quality, personalized college experience, which will empower them not only to have a successful and productive career, but also to thrive intellectually, professionally, personally, and spiritually for a lifetime.

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Welcome! When students attend college, their expectation is that they will learn many things inside the classroom. Not too many students anticipate how much learning they will experience outside the classroom, as well. The role of the Dean of Students Office at Cumberland University involves promoting a safe and healthy campus. The staff members within the Dean of Students Office work hard to engage students, faculty, and staff in educational activities and events outside the classroom that promote leadership skills and holistic student development. We strive to bring key on- and off-campus constituents to the table in an effort to develop a culture of civility and personal responsibility at Cumberland University.

Mission: The Cumberland University Dean of Students Office serves a central role in student learning and development. The services offered by staff members within this office promote a safe and healthy campus. We seek to inspire students to embrace community service and leadership opportunities while pursuing intellectual, professional, personal, and spiritual growth on campus and throughout their lives. We accomplish these ends by establishing and maintaining collaborative partnerships to achieve a seamless learning environment that links, aligns, and integrates student affairs and academic endeavors.

Stephanie Davis
Dean of Students
Labry Hall, Office 206
615-547-1387
sdavis@cumberland.edu

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Eating is an important part of living and learning. Our team of professionals is dedicated to providing the University with excellent dining options and services.

The variety of services that have been developed on campus has enabled us to provide quality food, excellent customer service, and a wide range of offerings that will satisfy your palate and meet your budget.

To see the current menu click here.
http://www.dineoncampus.com/cu

Purchase commuter meal plan: https://charlie.cumberland.edu/CUnet/BlockMealPlan.html

Contact Dining Services at 615-547-1340

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The mission of the Doris and Harry Vise Library is to provide quality resources and services that support the teaching and research mission of the University and contribute to the development of critical thinking and lifelong learning.

Please email, call, or come by in person to ask one of our librarians for help!

Fall 2021 Hours:

Monday - Thursday: 7:30 am - 11:00 pm

Friday: 7:30 am - 4:30 pm

Saturday: Closed

Sunday: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

*If the university opens late or closes due to inclement weather or pandemic circumstances, the library will do so as well.*

Library Website: https://library.cumberland.edu
Library Catalog: https://cumberland.ent.sirsi.net/client/en_US/default
Library Linktree: https://linktr.ee/viselibrarycu

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Almost every student attending Cumberland receives some form of financial aid. Some you have to pay back, but others are outright free. The information you need to apply for them is all here. You have to re-apply for most loans and grants every year – it’s not a one-time process.

Also, don’t think of scholarships as something you can only get as an incoming freshman. Cumberland offers a full variety of scholarships available to sophomores, juniors, specific majors, community-based awards – it’s quite a long list. Financial aid can open many doors.

Office hours for Student Financial Services are Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. If you need help navigating the process, contact the Office of Student Financial Services during regular business hours at – 615.547.1399 locally or 800.467.0562, ext. 1399 or financialaid@cumberland.edu.

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Cumberland University Health Services’ friendly staff is here to address the needs of the CU community. CU Health Services provides full-service care through a partnership with Stumb Healthcare Professionals, LLC. CU Health Services can arrange for same-day appointments with Stumb Healthcare Professionals, LLC doctors to diagnose and treat students, faculty, and staff. Click the website to schedule an appointment.

Please arrive approximately 15 minutes early to complete the check in process. Bring your picture ID and insurance card.

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The office of Information Technology is located in the basement of Labry Hall on the main campus of Cumberland University in Lebanon, Tennessee.

We may also be reached by emailing Support@cumberland.edu. We will occasionally be out of the office, if we are on a service call and miss you, please email us.

Helpdesk Requests:

If you are experiencing a technology issue, please send an email to Support@cumberland.edu describing the problem in as much detail as possible.

Also, please check out our self-service portal where we have many answers to common issues that appear on campus by visiting https://cumberlanduniversity.zohodesk.com

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We are committed to assisting each student’s educational experience and giving them guidance to help them attain their individual goals and aspirations in the fields of the Fine Arts. Our curriculum is based on the national standards set forth by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design, the National Association of Schools of Music, and the National Association of Schools of Theater. Students gain professional development through rigorous internships and senior capstone programs. These experiences provide an enriching vehicle to meet the needs of the corporate, educational, and professional world of the Fine Arts.

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The Cumberland University Parents Association's goal is to
promote parent and student engagement and inclusivity at all
levels of collegiate life through the active support, outreach,
and recognition of parents, students, alumni, and the
university.
Joining the CU Parents Association is a great way to stay
involved in your student's life throughout their college
experience. More information on joining and resources can be
found at cumberland.edu/parents/

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Visitors Sign-In:
https://v2.waitwhile.com/welcome/registration

The Registrar's Office assists students in many ways: register for the first time; drop or add classes; and provide a degree audit as to which courses are needed to progress toward degree completion. The office works closely with faculty and staff to ensure that every students' academic needs are met.

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The Office of Residence Life is committed to providing a comfortable and nurturing community conducive to students' pursuit of scholarship, celebration of differences great and small, and assisting students with their social and personal development. Members of the residence life staff at Cumberland University will:

- Support a safe and comfortable living environment where all students are recognized and valued
- Test students to discover more about themselves and others through introspection, examining personal values, personal beliefs, and their awareness of issues surrounding them
- Empower students to pursue personal growth while making being active in the community and providing service to the University and local community
- Encourage the exploration of knowledge, the development of skills, and the understanding of sensitivity and respect as integral parts of the interactions between individuals and groups
- Produce life experiences and classroom activities in a dynamic environment

Living on campus provides an experience that is more than just a place to sleep, study and watch TV. It is a place where students come and are challenged and changed. Living on campus provides a place where Cumberland memories begin and where the relationships developed form friendships that last a lifetime.

For more info please visit http://www.cumberland.edu/student-life/dos/residence-life

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The Office of Retention and TN Promise Services is located in the Learning and Career Commons, in Room 212. We want to ensure each student is given the opportunity to be successful in their time here and this is done in a variety of ways. We have an early alert notification system in place for students who begin struggling in class as early as three weeks into the semester. Students are contacted by text and email, where they are encouraged to seek out additional assistance for their classroom needs. We also reach out to students by text and email after mid-term, if they need additional help to make them successful. The number one indicator of success in college is class attendance, so we work with the Student Affairs Office to follow-up with any students who have excessive class absences. Finally, we offer support to all of our TN Promise Students to ensure that they are completing all of their scholarship and degree requirements. We strive to assist each student who attends Cumberland University with the resources necessary to obtain their Bachelor’s degree at CU. Stop by and see us in the Learning and Career Commons or email apitts@cumberland.edu for any questions or concerns you may have!

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In the event of a confirmed campus emergency that is in progress or an impending event that may present an immediate threat to the safety and security of some or all of the Cumberland University community the University will activate the CUALERTS notification system. Messages are immediately sent to the entire campus community via the Rave Guardian Mobile App. Additional communication and information updates may include email, public address systems, or postings/updates to the Cumberland University web page. Registration for the free Rave Guardian Mobile App system is strongly encouraged but not mandatory, available on the App Store or Google Play, search Cumberland University.


With this service, Cumberland University administration can send push notifications to your cell phone with timely information about emergencies, class cancellations, or other urgent campus communication. This service is available to anyone who signs up.

Questions? Contact Cumberland University Security at security@cumberland.edu.

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