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WELCOME

Welcome PacketWinter 2014http://welcome.lasell.edu

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TABLE OF CONTENTS1............Laser Winter Orientation

International Student WelcomeOrientation Welcome Website

2............First Year Seminar (FYS)Social MediaAcademic Advisor

3............Athletics

4............Community Service Opportunities

5............Getting InvolvedInstitution Pride/Traditions

6............Values To Live By

7............2014-2015 Academic Calendar

8-9 ........Placement Tests

9............Health

10-11....Residential Life

12..........Mail RoomCommuters

13..........Support & Disability ServicesTorch Card

14-15....Meal Plan/Dining Services

15..........Campus Police

16-19....Student Accounts/Billing Policies/Fee Schedule

19..........Student Financial Planning

20..........DirectionsHotels

21..........BostonNewton

22..........Directory

23..........Campus Map

WELCOMEWe are very excited that you have chosen to be a part ofthe Lasell College community. To begin your journey,please take the time to read this important packet ofinformation. Many of your initial questions aboutOrientation and about joining our community are answeredwithin this booklet. This Welcome Packet containsinformation that you and your family will need as youbegin your educational journey at Lasell College. There aresome important forms, located in the back of this packet,which we ask you to complete and return to us. Please beattentive to deadlines, and complete all necessary forms.

We know that after reading this packet and checking outhttp://welcome.lasell.edu, you may still have questions.Please feel free to bring those questions with you toOrientation and we will be sure to answer everything foryou. Or, if you cannot wait until then, please do nothesitate to contact the Office of Student Activities at 617-243-2475 or via email at [email protected] Office of Student Activities is open Monday throughFriday 8:30 A.M. – 7:00 P.M. during the Academic Year.During Lasell’s Winter Break we will be open 8:30 A.M. to4:30 P.M. with the exception of Tuesday, December 24,2013 through Wednesday, January 1, 2014.

We look forward to welcoming you to the Lasell Community. Go Lasers!

Thank you,Jennifer L. GrangerDirector of Student Activities


We invite you to attend our Laser Winter Orientation program, which isscheduled to take place on January 21, 2014. The Program is designed toprovide you with the opportunity to meet some key members of the cam-pus community, to learn about the Lasell academic experience that awaitsyou, and to get answers to questions you might have about being a LasellCollege student. Over the course of the day you will have the opportunityto meet with faculty members from your academic department who willassist you in putting together your fall course schedule, and learn aboutbeing a resident or commuter student on the Lasell College campus.

Check-in for Laser Winter Orientation will begin at 8:30 A.M. in theWinslow Academic Center and the program will begin at 9:00 A.M. Youmay park in lot P3 or lot P1 for the day. A light lunch will be provided andyour day will be completed by 4:00 P.M.

Please register for Laser Winter Orientation athttp://welcome.lasell.edu and click on Laser Winter OrientationRegistration. Please register by January 17, 2014 or as soon as pos-sible. Please note: the program is free to students and guests are$15.00 each. Guests are not encouraged. There is no specific pro-gram for guests; the day is focused on the new student. Payment isdue at time of check-in. Confirmation of your registration and orientationpayment will be emailed to your Lasell email – please begin to check thisemail at least once a week.

Laser Winter Orientation is staffed by the professional staff members fromthe Office of Student Activities and Orientation Leaders. The role of the Orientation Leaders is to assist you throughout the program and help youfind the answers to any questions you might have. These students repre-sent a wide range of majors, interests, and co-curricular activities. Theyhave been trained to help you in the transition to the Lasell community.

Professional staff members who coordinate Laser Winter Orientationinclude the Director of Student Activities and Orientation – Jennifer L.Granger, the Assistant Director of Student Activities – Sarah Richardson,

and the Coordinator for Student Organizations – Justin Bruce. Our staffmembers are happy to help incoming students with any questions or con-cerns. The Office of Student Activities can be reached Activities at 617-243-2475 or via email at [email protected]. The Office ofStudent Activities is open Monday through Friday 8:30 A.M. – 7:00 P.M.during the Academic Year. During Lasell’s Winter Break we will be open8:30 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. with the exception of Tuesday, December 24, 2013through Wednesday, January 1, 2014.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT WELCOME RECEPTION& SEVIS OVERVIEWTuesday, January 21, 2014The program will be held on the 2nd Floor of the Arnow Campus Center forall new international students. The reception and overview will go from4:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M. Questions can be sent to Lena Berc, Director ofInternational Services, at [email protected].

The Lasell College Orientation Welcome Website is designed to serve asa complement to this Welcome Packet. This site contains vital informationand will be updated throughout winter. To access the site, please opena web browser and type in the address: http://welcome.lasell.edu.You will need your Lasell username and password, which will also beused for your Lasell email account, logging on to computers in campuslabs, registering for courses, and many other campus technology systems.You can find your username and password in the enclosed letter. Pleaselog in to our Password Management system at password.lasell.eduand change your password to something you can remember foryour Orientation Program. Your username and password unlocks oursystem and your information, so please do not share it with anyone. If youare unable to login with the provided account and password, please callthe Technology Help Desk at 617-243-2200 prior to Orientation.

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SOCIAL MEDIA

Follow and connect with the Office of Student Activities online! Be thefirst to get information and reminders about upcoming events and ticket sales, see pictures from activities and Orientation, and enter to win contests! The Office of Student Activities is on Facebook atwww.facebook.com/lcactivities and Twitter at @lcactivities. Lasell College is a part of several social media networks; join us to keepup-to-date with our latest news, events, and more. The following is alisting of other social media options for Lasell College.

Search and become connected to these options on Facebook:

• Alumni and Friends • Campus Activities Board • Center for Community-Based Learning • Graduate Program • Lasell College• Lasell College Radio • Lasell College Student Government Association• Undergraduate Admissions

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FYSThe First Year Seminar (FYS) is part of the General Education CoreCurriculum and a requirement for all incoming first year students. Thecourse requirement may be satisfied by completing FYS 103 (3 credits) orHon 101 (3 credits, for Honors students only). FYS is a theme-based coursethat allows you to take a class in a subject that interests you while also

assisting with the transition into the Lasell College community and theConnected Learning philosophy. Course titles range from The Art of BeingHuman to Witchcraft in History to Pop Culture. In an FYS course, you willfurther develop skills in public speaking, critical reading, writing, research,technology, and learning strategies required for college level work. In FYS you can expect to be involved in some or all of the following:

During Orientation, you will be given a list of FYS course themes. Facultyand staff will help you understand the difference between sections, andyou can discuss your interests with them as well.

• Class discussions• Engaging activities on and offcampus

• Team projects• Field trips• Civic engagement activities

• Service learning activities• Building connections with peermentors (upperclassmen whoserve as resources and rolemodels)

• Building connections withfaculty and peers.

ACADEMIC ADVISORYou will be assigned an academic advisor for your first academic year.Information regarding your advisor will be available in January and youwill meet with your advisor periodically to:

• Monitor your academic progress;• Identify campus resources that can support your efforts to besuccessful;

• Consider ways you can become involved and contribute to on- and off-campus activities;

• Decide what courses and Connected Learning experiences will helpyou gain the preparation you seek for future-based goals, values andexpectations; and

• Clarify academic, career and life goals.Students will meet with faculty members during Orientation to help inpicking courses. Students will leave each Orientation program with acomplete course schedule.


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ATHLETICSWelcome to Lasell College Athletics!The athletic program at Lasell College provides student-athletes theopportunity to develop and display their talents through collegiate-levelcompetition. At Lasell College, athletics are considered an integral part ofa sound educational experience with the goal to have each student-athlete strive to reach his or her potential on and off the field. The athleticdepartment fosters the development of sportsmanship, community, fairplay, positive societal values and physical well-being for all participants.Lasell's highest priority is to ensure that each student-athlete receives asuperior education and successfully completes an academic program. Webelieve the leadership, teamwork and self-discipline learned on theplaying field are qualities that lead to both athletic and academic success.Lasell College is a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association(NCAA) Division III, the Eastern College Athletic Conference (ECAC), theGreat Northeast Athletic Conference (GNAC) and an associate member ofthe North Atlantic Conference (NAC). The college follows the philosophyand the eligibility guidelines of NCAA Division III and of all associatedconferences. Lasell College sponsors the following varsity teams: CrossCountry M/W; Field Hockey; Baseball; Basketball M/W; Lacrosse MW;Soccer M/W; Softball; Track and Field M/W; Volleyball M/W.

Anyone interested in participating on a varsity team must read thefollowing information~• All incoming student-athletes must have a physical within 6 months ofparticipation.

• All incoming student-athletes must complete and return all additionalAthletic Department Health Forms by January 15, 2014.

• Spring athletes (M/W Lacrosse, Men’s Volleyball, Softball, Baseball,M/W Track and Field)—tryouts will be held when you arrive oncampus.

• More detailed information for all student-athletes can be foundwww.laserpride.com or by contacting the Director of Athletics, KristyWalter, at [email protected].

Intramurals and RecreationIn addition to our varsity athletic programs, Lasell offers plenty of ways tostay active. You can participate in club sports, like rugby and tennis;compete on the intramural level in basketball, dodge-ball or UltimateFrisbee; or even take advantage of free canoeing and kayaking nearby onthe Charles. There are also two fitness centers on campus, filled with freeweights, weight machines and cardio equipment. Both fitness centers areopen to the entire Lasell community more than 85 hours each week. Thereare also group fitness classes such as Pilates, Zumba and Kickboxingoffered for free throughout the year.

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Center for Community-BasedLearning (C.C.B.L.)Lasell College’s Center for Community-BasedLearning (C.C.B.L.) provides support andopportunities for students, faculty, staff, andcommunity organizations to engage inmutually beneficial projects. Discover a uniqueplace to live, meet amazing people, Be anactive member of your community, Experiencesomething new, Find a rewarding job, & Earncredit for it! The C.C.B.L. offers manycommunity service, service learning, andlinked-credit options. The Center forCommunity Based-Learning is located on thelower level of Potter Hall. To join any of theservices provided by the Center make sure toattend the 2014 Winter Activities Fair.

Ongoing Opportunities:• Community Service Housing• Tutoring (America Reads & Counts)• Mentoring (ACES, Second Step)• Community Service clubs and organizations

Horizons for Homeless Children• Project Leader Positions• Work-Study Positions• Monthly Service Forums

One-Time Events• Sleep Out for the Homeless• Food and Clothing Drives• Community Farming• Environmental Clean-ups• Blood Drives• Create your own service project based on your major or interests

Service TripsAlternative Spring BreakShoulder to Shoulder Service Learning• Mexico• Ecuador• Belize

Classes and Credits• Linked Credit Program• Leadership & Civic Engagement Minor• SVL202 “Introduction to Community Organizations”

• SVL203 “Environmental Service-Learning in Ecuador”

• HEM 214 “Ecotourism in Belize”• HUM 207XA “Mexico and the US: HumanRights and Action on Global Poverty

• HIST 208 “Sub-Saharan Africa after 1800”

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The Office of Student Activities believes that education takes place bothinside and outside of the classroom. We are committed to the educationof the whole student and work to provide a balance of social andeducational programming for our students.

The Office of Student Activities oversees the 57 registered clubs andorganizations on campus, coordinates Lasell’s four orientation programs,and maintains leadership development offerings that include StudentLeadership Scholars, Exploring Leadership, Emerging Leadership, StudentOrganization Series, and the Advanced Leadership Seminars. In addition,events such as Family, Friends, and Alumni Weekend, the annual AwardsBanquet, the Torchlight Parade, Welcome Week programming, anddiscounted ticket sales are run through the Office of Student Activities.

Incoming students should mark their calendars for the WinterActivities Fair which takes place on Tuesday, January 28, 2014.This is your chance to meet with members from every student cluband organization, and sign up to get involved.

The Office of Student Activities is located in the Campus Center, on the2nd floor, and is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 A.M. - 7:00 P.M.during the academic year. You can also reach us by telephone at (617) 243-2475 or by e-mail at [email protected]. For more detailsplease visit our websites: http://www.lasell.edu/studentactivities andhttp://www.lasell.edu/orientation.

INSTITUTIONPRIDE/TRADITIONSFounded in 1851, Lasell College has developed many traditions over theyears. Here are a few that students, faculty, and staff look forward to eachyear. We look forward to new students becoming part of the Lasellcommunity and having Laser pride!

Torchlight Parade – Dating back to the 1800s, graduating students and underclassmen would gather holding torches for the Flame Speech,when symbolic objects representing “irritating” issues from the past yearwere cast upon the fire. Also part of the program was a pledge to eachsenior in the circle, dressed in cap and gown. The last farewell was heldcommencement day at the Crow’s Nest. Today, the Torchlight Paradeincludes seniors and underclassmen who march from the Central parkinglot to the Crow’s Nest where they give pre-graduation messages tounderclassmen and pass off torches to rising seniors.

River Day – River Day, now held each year on Family, Friends and Alumniweekend in October, features canoe races involving family, friends, alumsand students. The canoe races at Lasell originally began in 1882 when thefirst Boat Club was formed. In the 1900s, River Day for many years washeld on the first Monday in June, then later it was rescheduled for lateMay. When the College shortened the length of the spring term in 1972,the races moved to a fall date.

Class Banners – A class tradition since the first graduating class in1854, the banners were first made by Charles Parker, architect of theAuburndale Congregational Church. He continued that tradition for 20 years. Early banners were usually shields in red, white, and blue with class mottos. Later, some were made of silk and occasionallyembroidered. Today, the banners make a colorful display at graduationtime for those classes holding reunions.

Boomer is Lasell’s mascot. Created in the spring of 2009, Boomer wasnamed for the industrialists, called “boomers,” who helped found Lasell in1851. Dressed in Lasell colors, blue and white, Boomer carries the Laselltorch, a longtime symbol for the school.


LASELL COLLEGE VALUES TO LIVE BYA student driven initiative by the Student Government Association, the

Lasell College Values to Live By outlines daily standards for the Lasell community to live by.

Lasell College’s Values to Live By

For the Students, By the Students

We live by THE GOLDEN RULE.The Golden Rule is never out of style. Treat others the way you want to be treated!

We live by RESPECT.Regard others with kindness and respect, and honor their beliefs!

We live by ACCEPTING DIFFERENCES.Do not be afraid to look around campus. It is nice that things may seem different than where you come from.

New people lead to new experiences and new friends!

We live by MATURITY.As the years progress, so should your levels of maturity and responsibility.

Be the mature adult you are capable of being!

We live by RANDOM ACTS OF KINDNESS.A kind and courteous gesture can make all the difference in creating an enjoyable and ideal community!

We live by COMMITMENT.Believe in something, dedicate yourself to it, follow through on it and honor it.

Make a pledge to yourself to take a respectful stand and commit yourself to a worthy cause!


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JAN ’1420 MON Holiday – Martin Luther King, Jr. Day,Residence Halls Open to All UndergraduateStudents

21 TUES Enrollment Confirmation for allUndergraduate Students, Laser WinterOrientation – Undergraduate Students

22 WED FIRST DAY OF CLASSES –Undergraduate Students

29 WED Add/Drop – Undergraduate Students

FEB ’1417 MON No Classes – Presidents’ Day21 FRI Make-up Day for Presidents’ Day (for Monday only classes)

27 THURS Pass/Fail Deadline – UndergraduateStudents

28 FRI Deadline for Study Abroad Application for Fall

MARCH ’147 FRI Progress Rosters Due – 12:00 Noon -Undergraduate Students

15 SAT Spring Recess Begins – UndergraduateStudents

24 MON Classes Resume – Undergraduate Students27 THURS Course Withdrawal Deadline –Undergraduate Students

29 SAT Lasell Day – Undergraduate Students31 MON Academic Planning Week

APRIL ’141-4 TUES-FRI Academic Planning Week7 MON Fall & Summer Registration Begins –Undergraduate Students

21 MON No Classes – Patriot’s Day25 FRI Make-up Day for Patriot’s Day (for Mondayonly classes)

28-30 MON-TUES Spring Connected LearningSymposium

29 TUES Symposium Showcase

MAY ’141-2 THURS-FRI Spring Connected LearningSymposium

6 TUES Last Day of Classes – UndergraduateStudents

7 WED Reading Day – Undergraduate Students8-13 THUR-TUES Final Exam Period –Undergraduate Students

18 SUN Commencement20 TUES Summer Session I Begins –Undergraduate

22 THURS Add/Drop Deadline – Summer Session I

JUNE ’1420 FRI Course Withdrawal Deadline – SummerSession I

JULY ’145 FRI Summer Session I Ends – Undergraduate

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PLACEMENT TESTSPlacement Test Instructions1.Click on the link of for the Placement Tests listed on the WelcomeWebsite (http://welcome.lasell.edu).

2. After you click the link, scroll to the section with Placement Tests. Werecommend that you read the PDF explaining how to access and takeeach placement test.

3. You will need to log in with your Lasell username and password first.This was sent to you with your Welcome Packet.

3. After logging in, you will want to locate the Tests underneath the LaserLink Orientation heading.

4. You will be asked for an enrollment key to begin the Spanish and Frenchtest. The enrollment key for Spanish and French Placement Test isSpanish (the username is Lasell). The Math and English PlacementTests do not have enrollment keys.

5. Take Tests by Friday, January 17, 2014, or as soon as possible! Goodluck.

PLEASE NOTE: All incoming students must take the Math Placement Test.The English Placement Exam is optional for students. Students are placedin an appropriate English course based on SAT scores. If you opt to takethe English Placement Test, both your SAT score and the placement testwill be used to place you in an appropriate level course. While thisplacement essay is not required this is your opportunity to help usto understand which English class would best match your abilities.If you have any questions about either your Placement Testsplease contact the Office of Student Activities by phone at (617)243-2475 or via e-mail at [email protected].

Math PlacementAll new students are required to take the Mathematics PlacementTest before attending Orientation. Your placement score will help youand your advisor select your first math course at Lasell College. When youtake the Mathematics Placement Test you may use a calculator and takeas much time as you need. However, the entire test should be completedon your own and in one sitting. The Math Placement Test should becompleted before Friday, January 17, 2014, or as soon as possible.Submit your answers when you finish.

English PlacementAt Lasell College we believe that writing is a foundation upon which tobuild your college career. Therefore, you will enroll in writing courses forat least two semesters. To begin your writing coursework in classes withappropriate levels of support, you will be placed in a section of English101 based on your scores on the ACT/SAT writing exams. In addition,since we recognize that a standardized test score does not always providea full picture of your writing ability, we invite you to give us additionalinformation for making your placement by completing and submitting theonline placement essay. There are three possible placements, eachfocusing on reading and writing nonfiction essays. If you choose tocomplete an optional placement essay, please use it to discuss whetheryou think English 101 LAB, English 101, or English 101 Honors would bethe best placement for you (descriptions for each of these courses can befound below). THE PLACEMENT ESSAY IS REQUIRED FOR STUDENTSWHO DID NOT TAKE AN ACT/SAT WRITING EXAM. If you are one of thosestudents, you must complete and submit a placement essay. We willassess your essay in order to choose the right placement for you. If wefeel that we need more information in order to make the right placement,we may also ask you to complete more testing during Orientation. Pleasecomplete and submit the English placement essay online by Friday,January 17, 2014, or as soon as possible.

FIRST-YEAR ENGLISH COURSES OPTIONS:• English 101 LAB (3 credits): This course is designed for students whoneed extra support to improve their writing. The course meets for fivehours weekly in six class sessions with half of the sessions in acomputer lab where students work on writing assignments with theassistance of the instructor and writing tutors.

• English 101 (3 credits): This course is designed for students whodemonstrate average reading and writing skills. The course meets fortwo and a half hours weekly in three class sessions. Individualconferences with the instructor are scheduled to give students theopportunity to work on projects and problems on a one -to-one basis.

• English 101 Honors (3 credits): This course is designed for studentswho demonstrate above average reading and writing skills. The coursemeets for two and a half hours weekly in three class sessions.Individual conferences with the instructor are scheduled to givestudents the opportunity to work on projects and problems on a one-to-one basis. The readings and writing assignments for the Honorssections are more challenging than those for English 101.


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Spanish and French PlacementStudents in the following majors have a foreign language graduationrequirement: English, English with Elementary Education, English withSecondary Education, History, History with Secondary Education,Humanities, Human Services, Psychology, Sociology, and InternationalBusiness. Students in these areas with previous coursework in Spanish or

French should take the Spanish and French Placement Test for thelanguage they have studied; students in other majors who are consideringfurther Spanish or French study at Lasell should also complete theappropriate placement test. Please complete the Spanish PlacementTest by Friday, January 17, 2014, or as soon as possible.

HEALTHThe Health Services staff welcomes you to Lasell College. Located withthis packet are Health Forms which are to be completed and returned tothe Health Center office by January 15, 2014 or as soon as possible forthe Spring semester. In order to make your registration process gosmoothly, please make sure that you make an extra copy of the forms andbring them with you when arriving on campus (DO NOT DETACH THECARBON FORMS). Please include a photocopy of the front and back ofyour insurance card and send along with the health form. Any studentfailing to provide the required immunization documentation will beprohibited from registering and attending classes. You should makean appointment with your health care provider as soon as possible in orderto avoid any delay in completing and forwarding your Health Forms.

The Health Forms consists of five parts:

1. Personal Health History report-should be completed by you or with thehelp of parent/guardian. It concerns basic information about yourmedical history.

2. Physical Exam.

3. Certificate of Immunization.

4. Tuberculosis Risk questionnaire must be completed by your health careprovider.

5. Meningococcal Information and Waiver form must be reviewed andsigned if you choose not to have the meningitis vaccine.

If you are considering a Study Abroad Program during your Lasell Collegecareer, please ask your health care provider to administer the Hepatitis Avaccines. There may be other vaccines required for your particular travel,which are specific to geographic location. It is important for you to knowthat each Health Form is kept under the guidelines of HIPPA, and that noone has access to the health forms except Health Services personnel. Allvisits to Health Services (including treatments and discussions) are keptstrictly confidential, except in the case of medical emergency.

For all Athletic Training students, please make an additional copy of all ofyour health records, as you will need to present them to your advisor andyour college internships.

For all International students, please make sure all health and medicalrecords and documents are translated into English prior to arrival. TheHeath Center is unable to accept medical records and documents inforeign languages.

If you have special physical or mental health medical concerns thatrequire on-going assistance from the Health Center (i.e. medication forADD/ADHD), please start preparing for your needs now and bring theappropriate documentation. Please call the Health Center at 617-243-2451 for further information.


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RESIDENTIAL LIFEResidential Life at Lasell College offers students a unique livingexperience. Like the classroom environment, Lasell prides itself on havingsmall residential communities where students feel comfortable andconnected.

The residential system is comprised of 26 residential buildings, of whichten are traditional-style residence halls, three are suite-style residencehalls and thirteen are residential houses. Lasell does not have designatedhousing for first-year students; however most new students will reside inour traditional-style residences which include Holt, Woodland,McClelland and Van Winkle Halls. New students are primarily assigned todoubles, triples, and in a few cases, quads. Students may also request tolive in one of three themed housing communities: quiet study, wellness orcommunity service. Additionally, female students may indicate apreference for single-gender living environments. Please note: somewomen will be assigned to an all-female community, regardless of theirindicated preference. Most new students will be assigned to residentialcommunities which are designated as ”dry,” meaning alcohol is notpermitted in the building regardless of the resident’s age.

It is anticipated that room assignments for incoming students will beemailed to your Lasell e-mail address the week of January 13, 2014.Additional information about Residential Life can be found athttp://welcome.lasell.edu. The Residential Life office can be contactedat (617)-243-2124 or at [email protected]. If you plan to live oncampus you will be able to sign your 2013-2014 Lasell College HousingAgreement electronically, as well as request specific roommates and/orindicate personal preferences to assist with

roommate matching. New students will be able to log on to MyHousingfrom http://welcome.lasell.edu. The housing information describedabove must be completed by Friday, January 3, 2014 or as soon aspossible.

Incoming students are assigned to rooms according to the date that theirenrollment deposit was received by the College. Based on deposit date,themed housing requests and double occupancy rooms will be assignedfirst; followed by triple occupancy and quad occupancy rooms.

Please review the important dates noted in the Housing Agreement. Payparticular attention to residence hall opening and closing dates andvacation periods during which students may not remain in housing.Whenyou sign the on-line Housing Agreement you agree to reside in the LasellCollege residence system for the entire academic year.

Reasonable accommodations can be made for students with adocumented physical or medical need. Documentation must be providedby a medical provider and submitted in writing to the Office of ResidentialLife. Please contact the Residential Life Office with any questionsregarding housing needs.

Please note that Lasell College does not carry insurance on the personalproperty of its students and assumes no responsibility for items lost,damaged or stolen from student rooms. Residents are encouraged toreview their family personal property insurance and obtain appropriatecoverage.

SPRING 2014 LASELL COLLEGE SUPPLEMENTALHOUSING INFORMATIONHOUSING STYLE PREFERENCES:RESIDENCE HALLS AND HOUSES:Most incoming students will beassigned to housing in traditional-style residence halls. The traditionalstyle residence halls tend to be larger communities which house primarilyfirst year students. Typically, this housing style features shared single sexbathrooms in a common hallway or corridor, with the exception of HoltHall, which features double rooms adjoined by private bathrooms. Thereare a limited number of spaces available for first year students in theresidence houses. The residence houses are smaller communities,housing between 15 and 30 students. The residence house communitiesare occupied by students of all class years and include double, triple andquad rooms.

SINGLE-GENDER HOUSING: Incoming female students have anopportunity to request all-female housing. If you do not indicate apreference for all-female housing, it will be assumed that you wish to beplaced in a coeducational living environment. IMPORTANT NOTE: Due tothe gender breakdown of the Lasell resident student population, there aresometimes more all-female housing options than there are female


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students requesting a single sex living environment. As a result, somefemale students, who did not indicate this preference, may be assignedall-female housing.

QUIET/STUDY: (includes Mott and Ordway Houses for the 2013-2014academic year). Students choosing to live in quiet/study housing agree tomaintain a quiet environment conducive to studying. 24-hour quiet hourswill be in effect between 7 P.M. on Sunday through 4 P.M. on Friday.Weekends will have a combination of quiet and courtesy hours. Quiethours are times when there will be no unreasonable noise. Courtesy hoursare times when excessive noise will not be allowed. Any guests broughtinto the quiet study houses must abide by all community rules.

WELLNESS HOUSE: (Briggs House for the 2013-2014 academicyear).Students choosing to live in the wellness house are committed to ahealthy lifestyle that will focus on balanced living in a variety of areasincluding nutrition, exercise, healthy relationships and living substancefree. All students living in this community will agree to refrain from use ofsubstances such as alcohol, tobacco products or other illicit drugs, at alltimes (in and out of Briggs House), and students agree never to return tothe community under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Any guests broughtinto the wellness house must abide by all community rules. Depending onthe interests of the residents, programming may include communitydinners, presentations on the mind-body connection, yoga and exercise,stress reduction, and spirituality.

ROOMMATE REQUESTS:New students are welcome to submitroommate requests. If you are requesting an incoming resident student(first-year or transfer) he/she must also request you as their preferredroommate. If the person(s) is a current resident student at Lasell College,then you both must notify the Office of Residential Life, in writing, of yourroommate request. IF ALL PARTIES DO NOT MAKE MUTUAL REQUESTS,THE ROOMMATE REQUESTS CANNOT BE FULFILLED. Only students of thesame gender will be housed together. Note: Many incoming students willbe housed in triples and some will be housed in quads. Studentspreferring this type of living situation may request specific roommates, butwould need to identify the names of roommates for all of the spaces (i.e.,two additional roommates for a triple, three roommates for a quad.) Also,please be aware that by only requesting one roommate you are not

guaranteed a double room, as the number of double rooms is limited. For

example, you and your requested roommate may be assigned to a tripleroom with a third roommate. The Office of Residential Life makes everyeffort to but cannot guarantee that all requests will be met.

WAITING LIST FOR A SINGLE ROOM: At the time of this mailing, thereare no single rooms available for incoming students in the spring of 2014.On the chance that a single room may become available, the Office ofResidential Life has established a waiting list for single rooms. If it shouldhappen that a single room becomes available, an assignment to this spacewill be made in the order of enrollment deposit date. Please rememberthat there is an additional $650 charge per semester for a single room.

SPECIAL REQUESTS: Any additional requests for accommodations (e.g.,medical, accessibility issues) should be documented by a medicalprovider, on their official letterhead, and include a diagnosis and whataccommodations are being requested and then submitted in writing to theOffice of Residential Life. Additionally, please make sure that any officialmedical documentation has been forwarded to Lasell College HealthServices so that they may assist us in best meeting your needs. Requestsfor specific buildings cannot be honored. Return special requests anddocumentation to the Office of Residential Life by January 3, 2014or as soon as possible at the following address: Lasell College,Office of Residential Life, 1844 Commonwealth Avenue, Newton,MA 02466, or fax to 617-243-2374. Should you have any questions aboutthe accommodations process, please contact the Office of Residential Lifeat [email protected] or 617-243-2124.


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MAILROOMThe Mailroom and its staff welcome you as a new member of the Lasell community. All new resident students receive a mailbox for lettermail and school notices. If you receive a package, you will be notified viaemail that it has arrived and it can be picked up in the Mailroom Mondaythrough Friday 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. The Lasell College Mailroom islocated on the ground floor of Edwards Student Center.

During your time at Lasell, your mailing address will be:Your NameLasell CollegeBox # (see My Housing)Newton, MA 02466

Please share this with family and friends to ensure your mail finds its way to you here at Lasell. This address should also be used whenpackages are being shipped to you. Your school mailbox is NOT a P.O. Box, so be sure that the address only says Box # (see My Housing).You learn about My Housing when you attend Orientation.

For more information on the Mailroom and its services, please visithttps://my.lasell.edu/mailroom/default.aspx. If you have anyquestions, you can always reach us at [email protected].

COMMUTERSLasell College is conveniently situated near the Mass Pike, Route 128, and the Riverside and Woodland “T” stations, so commuting to the Lasell campus is an option that some students choose. Once on campus,our commuting students avail themselves of all of the resources andprograms that are part of the Lasell experience. Campus clubs andorganizations plan their meetings for the “common hours”, scheduledmidday on Tuesdays and Thursdays, during which no classes are held.Many of the College’s lectures, campus-wide presentations, and socialand recreational programs are purposely timed to take place during those “common hours”. Commuter students can get involved in any of the student organizations and clubs that Lasell has to offer, especially theLong Distance Lasers (commuter club) and may become a CommuterRepresentative with the Student Government Association. Dining options include Valentine Dining Hall and various retail outlets on campus.Commuter students may purchase one of the three meal plans: Block 25(25 meals a semester); Block 50 (50 meals a semester); or Block 75 (75meals a semester). More information can be found in the Dining Servicessection. All commuting students are guaranteed parking in one of ourcommuter lots. Additional information about commuter parking can befound in the Campus Police section. Commuter students who take theMBTA can utilize the shuttle service. A van shuttle service is provided toall students seven days a week (excluding break periods) throughout theacademic year. The shuttle follows a scheduled route that transportsstudents throughout the campus and to the Riverside T Station, the WestNewton business district, and to a local supermarket. The schedule isavailable online at My.Lasell. Students can track the shuttle and see thenext two arrival times at any stop with our Shuttle App.


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SUPPORT & DISABILITYSERVICESLasell College is committed to providing a supportive environment for allstudents, including individuals with a documented need requiringaccommodation inside the classroom and/or in the residential community.Additionally, continuity of care for students with counseling and healthneeds is important for success. The areas below represent the typicalareas of support students may require. If you have questions aboutservices at Lasell College please contact Scott Lamphere, Director ofDisability Services (617) 243-2124 or [email protected].

Note: Any required documentation related to the areas below mustbe received by January 6, 2014 or as soon as possible.

The Academic Achievement Center (AAC) is dedicated to helping allLasell College students achieve their academic goals by providing themwith the academic supports crucial to building and strengthening theirskills. The AAC staff fosters a supportive and productive learning environ-ment by helping students to explore their academic potential and strivetoward excelling in their chosen field of study. Professional and PeerTutors are available for scheduled tutoring appointments and walk-in ses-sions for specific content areas, as well as study groups, writing assis-tance and organization/study skills/time management. These benefits areavailable by appointment and walk-in during normal operating hours. Formore information email [email protected].

If you are a student with a documented learning disability as determinedunder the ADA and as defined in Chapter 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of1973, you may benefit from certain accommodations. If you believe youqualify and would benefit from certain accommodations, the Director isavailable to discuss those options with you. Please schedule an appoint-ment by contacting the AAC Director, Dolores Radlo, via e-mail:[email protected] or by calling 617-243-2474. Her office is located on themain level of the Brennan Library, Room 207.

Upon review and determination of appropriate accommodations, asauthorized by the AAC Director, the student is responsible for follow upwith his/her individual faculty member(s). All personal information willremain confidential. Discussions with parents or legal guardians areencouraged when supported by FERPA documentation.

The Counseling Center provides confidential short term counseling andmental health services to students. For students needing care beyond thescope of our clinical services, for example weekly psychotherapy, psychi-atric evaluation, or specialized substance abuse or intensive mentalhealth treatment, we can assist the student in referrals to services in thecommunity using your health insurance. It is best to find off-campus pro-fessionals in the Boston area before coming to Lasell in January. If youhave questions about appropriate support in transitioning to Lasell as anew student please contact the Counseling Center Director at 617-243-2145 or [email protected].

The Health Center can provide assistance to students who have medicalneeds related to a special physical or mental health concern that requireson-going treatment (i.e. medication for ADD/ADHD). Such needs requirepreplanning which you should accomplish before arriving to campus. Forfurther information please contact the Health Center Director at 617-243-2451 or [email protected].

The Office of Residential Lifeworks to provide students a living arrange-ment that meets any special physical or medical needs they may have.Reasonable accommodations can be made for students with a docu-mented need (housing accommodation requests to support a learning-based disability requires relevant documentation to also be submitted tothe AAC Director for consideration of appropriate academic accommoda-tions.)

Documentation must be provided by a medical provider and submitted inwriting to the Office of Residential Life, Lasell College, 1844 Common-wealth Avenue, Newton, MA 02466, or fax to 617-243-2374. Please con-tact the Residential Life Office at 617-243-2124 or by email [email protected] any questions regarding housing needs.

LASELL COLLEGE’STORCH CARDIt’s your official ID that gives you access toeverything you need – from checking outbooks from the Library to enteringResidence Halls to eating at the DiningHall. The Torch Card program comes witha stored-value account called Laser Loot,the convenient, cashless way to pay forpurchases on and off campus. This is

optional, but highly recommended as a way to provide you with theresources you need for the whole semester. Additional Laser Lootdeposits can be made at any time during the semester. With the Torch

Card, there is no credit card interest or charges, no chance of overdrawing the account, and no need to carry cash around campus. Parents can deposit safelyand securely online to a Laser Loot account atwww.lasell.edu/Alumni-and-Friends/Parents-and-Families/Laser-Payments.html. All new students willhave their photo taken for the Torch Card at Orientation.Torch Cards will be available for pick-up at the LasellLaser Welcome Weekend Check-in and EnrollmentConfirmation day.


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MEAL PLAN/DINING SERVICESWelcome, Students!Lasell College Dining Services offers the quality, variety, convenience andflexibility that will make your college dining experience dynamic andmemorable. We strive to keep up with the ever-changing trends in dining by offering all of your classic favorites, along with ethnic dishes,vegetarian selections and low-fat options in convenient dining locationsacross campus. All of this is available to you by choosing one of the MealPlans listed below. You’ll find options that will satisfy the most finickydiners and those who eat throughout the day.

Choices, Choices, Choices!To help you select the ‘right’ meal plan, first consider your dailyroutine…will your class schedule, studying, extracurricular activities and social event commitments interfere with dining? Secondly, consideryour own eating habits...are you an all-day snacker, or do you prefer three meals a day? Finally, might you miss dinner due to employmentobligations or evening classes? Anticipating the answers to these andsimilar questions will help you to select a meal plan that best fits your lifestyle.

Residents:• Gold Plan: 19 meals per week with $25.00 in Dining Dollars persemester

• Silver Plan: 14 meals per week with $75.00 in Dining Dollars persemester

• Bronze Plan: 10 meals per week with $125.00 in Dining Dollars persemester (Please note that the Bronze Plan is only available to second-year students and above)

Dining DollarsThey can be used in the Campus Center, Wolfe Café, or Glow Café. Thesedollars do not carry from semester to semester. The dollars are value onthe Torch Card (page 11).

Commuter Block Plans:In order to best meet the needs of our customers, we are introducing what are known as “Block Meal Plans”. These are meal plans sold inincrements or “Blocks” of 25, 50, or 75 meals and may be used at any timeduring the course of the semester. We have come to recognize that non-resident students enjoy eating in Valentine Dining Hall, although thetraditional meal plan is not as economically advantageous to thesecustomer segments which do not spend the majority of their time oncampus. Hence, we have developed options, which are more suitable tothese constituents.

• Block 75: $300.00 for 75 all-you-care-to-eat meals• Block 50: $200.00 for 50 all-you-care-to-eat meals• Block 25: $100.00 for 25 all-you-care-to-eat meals

Laser LootLaser Loot can be purchased by anyone who wishes to add value to theirTorch Card (page 11) and to enjoy delicious meals while dining with theirpeers. These funds offer the most flexibility and value, as they can beused in the Valentine Dining Hall or in the Campus Center, Wolfe Café, or Glow Café. You can also now use your Laser Loot at select off-campuslocations!

How does Laser Loot work? Your Laser Loot account works like a debitcard. The account allows you to draw upon pre-deposited funds topurchase food throughout campus. Having a Laser Loot account is a greatway to have the money you’ll need without carrying cash. And as anadditional value, these funds are tax exempt, so you’ll continue to save.Note: these funds carry over from year to year; any balances are refundedto the students when they leave.


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Where and When to DineOur dining program has been designed with you in mind. Flexibility, variedhours and a choice of locations will enable you to find the perfect place todine. Please refer to our dining schedule when planning your meals.

• Valentine Dining Hall: Monday-Friday: 7:30 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. Saturday & Sunday: 9:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m.and 4:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.

• Campus Center: Monday-Friday: 8:00 a.m. – midnight, Saturday: 12:00 p.m. – midnight, Sunday: 3:00 p.m. – midnight

• Wolfe Café: Monday-Friday: 7:30 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.• Glow Café: Monday-Thursday: 11:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. and Friday: 11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m.

• Boomers: Monday-Friday: 7:30 p.m. – midnight andSaturday & Sunday: 2 p.m. – midnight

How / Where to Purchase a Meal PlanOnce you’ve selected the Meal Plan that’s right for you, activate youraccount by going to the website www.laselldining.com, and clicking onthe meal plan link! If you want to start saving, get on a plan today!

Contact usWe invite and encourage you to call us any time with questions,comments or suggestions about your Campus Dining experience. Yourfeedback is always welcome, as it can help us to serve you better. You canstop by the Dining Services office in Valentine Dining Hall, call us at (617)-796-4325, or email Mairead Van Heest, General Manager, [email protected]. For complete information about all aspects ofDining Services, including FAQ, Dining Policies and Procedures and more,please go to: www.laselldining.com.

CAMPUS POLICEYour safety and security is the top priority for the Lasell College CampusPolice Department. The Department is responsible for safety, security, andlaw enforcement at Lasell. Officers are graduates of state certified policeacademies that are conducted by either the Massachusetts State Police orthe Municipal Police Training Council. All are sworn police officers withpowers of arrest and the same authority as any other police officers of theCommonwealth. In addition, all officers are trained in First Responder FirstAid and respond to all medical emergencies on campus. Police Officersare on duty 24 hours a day, seven days a week to provide for your safety.The Department also prepares and submits the annual Campus CrimeReport which is required by the Jeanne Clery Act. A copy of this report canbe obtained by requesting a copy from Campus Police by calling (617) 243-2269. The Campus Police Department also manages parking and trafficsafety on campus. As our campus has grown, parking has become limited.In academic year 2013-2014 we will not have sufficient parking availableto offer permits to first year resident students. If you will be commuting tocampus by car, on-campus parking is guaranteed; however, you will needto secure a parking permit and complete registration paperwork inJanuary. Parking for commuter students is $100.00 for the academic year.All permits must be paid in full before they can be issued. The LasellCollege Police Department is here to assist students. Feel free to contactthem by email at [email protected] or by phone at (617) 243-2269.


STUDENT ACCOUNTS/BILLING POLICIES/FEE SCHEDULEThe Lasell College Office of Student Accounts is here to serve your needs as they relate to your tuition account. When you register at Lasell College, you arethereby agreeing to pay all charges when the account is due, on a semester-by-semester basis. Payment for the Spring 2014 semester is due January3, 2014. Below is the 2013-2014 Undergraduate Billing Policies and Fee Schedule. Please be sure to read the Undergraduate Billing Policies and FeeSchedule thoroughly, as it contains important and helpful information regarding your financial responsibilities and options while attending Lasell College.Feel free to contact the Office of Student Accounts at [email protected], or (617) 243-2103, with any questions.

UNDERGRADUATE BILLINGPOLICIES & FEE SCHEDULEACADEMIC YEAR 2013 – 2014

ENROLLMENT POLICYBy registering as a student at LasellCollege, you agree to pay all charges onyour account when due, and you agree to abide by the Billing Policies and Feesstated here, in the Course Catalog and inthe Student Handbook.

Your financial responsibilities to Lasell Collegeinclude meeting payment deadlines, fulfillingloan or grant requirements, and addressingoutstanding balances. The Office of StudentAccounts’ official means of communication are via the student’s home address on fileand/or the student’s Lasell email account. It isimportant to understand that communicationswill be directed toward the student rather than a parent or guardian. If a parent or otherindividual is assisting with educationalfinances, please discuss all billing informationwith that person.

ACCOUNT PRIVACY POLICYPer federal regulations on the right to privacy,bills are in the student's name and therefore,the student bears the responsibility forpayment. All statements are mailed in thestudent name to the billing address on record. If a parent or another third party is acceptingresponsibility for making payments on thestudent's behalf, it is the responsibility of thestudent to share all correspondence, includingbilling statements, with those individuals.

A Billing PIN is issued to all students to assist in providing information while complying withprivacy policies. The PIN number is sent to eachstudent’s Lasell email account upon enrollment.It can also be found on each student’s SelfService page on the Account link of themyProfile tab. Anyone calling the StudentAccounts Office for information on an accountwill be asked for the Billing PIN.

PAYMENT SCHEDULEPayment for Summer 2013 Online coursesare due May 17, 2013.

Payment for the Fall 2013 semester is dueby August 6, 2013.

Payment for the Spring 2014 semester isdue by January 3, 2014.

Please contact the Office of Student Accountswith any questions regarding your statementwell in advance of the payment due date.

LATE PAYMENT AND RETURNED CHECK POLICYA late charge of 18% per annum (1.5% permonth) will be assessed to accounts not paid bythe due date. Any check returned unpaid willresult in a $25 fine. The College reserves theright to suspend or terminate services and/orenrollment due to delinquency in payment. Inthe case of delinquent accounts, if an outsidecollection agency is utilized, the student’saccount will be assessed collection fees.

ALTERNATIVE PAYMENT POLICYIf you choose a payment plan or loan to pay your bill, applications must be approved andcompleted prior to the payment due dates listedunder the ‘Payment Schedule’ section. Whendetermining the amount to borrow, any feecharged by the lender must be added to thebalance due to Lasell College to insure yourcollege account is paid in full.


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Parent and Alternative Student LoansStudent loan programs may allow students and/orparents to borrow up to the entire yearly cost ofcollege, less any awarded financial aid. Forinformation on applying for a Parent PLUS Loan orAlternative Student Loan, please visit:http://www.lasell.edu/Tuition-and-Aid/Types-of-Financial-Aid/Loan-and-Financing-Options.html

Monthly Payment PlanLasell College has contracted with Tuition Manage -ment Services (TMS) to allow monthly paymentoptions. Students may budget the yearly cost over ten months, payments beginning June 2013.Semester plans are also available. Comprehensiveinformation will be mailed directly to all current and prospective students. For more information about the TMS payment plan, or to enroll, visitwww.afford.com/lasell or call 888-216-4258.

ACCIDENT AND SICKNESS INSURANCE POLICYThe Commonwealth of Massachusetts mandatesaccident and sickness insurance coverage for allstudents enrolled in at least 9 credits per semester.Lasell College will initially bill all students enrolled in 9 or more credits for the insurance plan. Students in an existing plan with comparable coverage may waive the fee by completing the online waiver form at www.consolidatedhealthplan.com.International students are required to purchase the Lasell-sponsored insurance plan, regardless of other coverage.

The health insurance fee will be credited to thestudent’s account upon the College’s receipt of thewaiver information, provided the information issubmitted by published deadlines. Students who do not submit valid waiver information will beenrolled in the plan and are responsible for theassociated fee. Health information sent to the HealthCenter, Registrar’s Office or Athletic Office does notabsolve the student of submitting proof of coveragevia the online waiver process. Once purchased, theplan may only be cancelled if the student enrolls in the armed forces.

FULL TIME FEES

FEE DESCRIPTION ANNUAL COST COST PER SEMESTER

Tuition $28,800 $14,400

Comprehensive Fee $1,200 $600

Room and Board Standard Double/Triple $12,500 $6,250

Suite Rooms $13,500 $6,750

Single Room Supplement $1300 $625

Dorm Damage Deposit $450 billed first semester

Accident & Sickness Insurance $1654/year billed first semester

PART TIME FEES

FEE DESCRIPTION COST PER ENROLLMENT

Tuition $960/credit hour

Comprehensive Fee $310/semester

Accident and Sickness Insurance $1654/year

MISCELLANEOUS FEES

FEE DESCRIPTION COST

Allied Health Major Fee $180/semester

Break Housing $200/week

Excess Credit Hours $960/credit hour

Fashion Design/Production Major Fee $180/semester

Graphic Design Major Fee $180/semester

Lab Fees $20 - $100/course

Late Payment Fee 1.5% of balance due/month

Late Registration Fee $50

Parking Permit Resident $540/yearCommuter* $100/year

Replacement Identification Card* $50

Replacement Keys* $50/key

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FEE DESCRIPTIONSFull Time Tuition: Covers the instructional costs for a minimum of 12 and a maximum of 18 credit hours per semester. Studentsexceeding 18 credit hours per semester will be charged per additional credit.

Comprehensive Fee: Pays for servicesavailable to all students, such as: transfer credit evaluation, student activities, technology services, athletic facilities, original identification cards, graduation, and use of the College Health Center.

Room and Board: Includes the cost of roomand a meal plan. All students residing oncampus must be enrolled in the meal plan. Mealplan selection does not alter the cost of Roomand Board. For further information about yourobligations regarding Room and Board, see the‘Housing Changes’ portion of this document. Ifyou have questions about housing, pleasecontact Student Affairs at (617) 243.2124.

Dorm Damage Deposit: Charged the firstsemester and credited back to the account atthe end of each academic year; applied towardany individual and/or communal damage costsabove normal wear and tear, as assessed by theResidential Life staff. The cost of unreturnedkeys will also be deducted from this deposit.

Allied Health Major Fee: Covers liabilityinsurance, clinical placement and lab usagerequired for students enrolled in the followingmajors: Exercise Science and Athletic Training.

Excess Credit Fee: The full-time tuition ratecovers up to 18 credit hours per semester.Students exceeding this allowance are charged$960 per additional credit hour. Excess credit

fees are not reduced or refunded for schedulechanges made after the add/drop period. If you have questions about scheduling, contactyour advisor, or the Registrar’s Office at (617)-243-2133.

Graphic Design Major Fee: Charged to allstudents enrolled in the Graphic Design major topay for hardware, software, and miscellaneousmaterials/supplies that are necessary tomaximize student learning. The Graphic DesignFee is not reduced or refunded for changes ofmajor made after the add/drop period.

Fashion Design/Production Major Fee:Charged to all students enrolled in the FashionDesign and Production major to cover the basiccosts of clothing construction. This fee does notcover the cost of the clothing construction kit tobe purchased separately. Lab fees may alsoapply to courses within this department. TheFashion Design and Production Fee is notreduced or refunded for changes of major madeafter the add/drop period.

Lab Fees: Fees ranging from $20-$100 arecharged for materials, services and othermiscellaneous costs for courses such as FashionIllustration, Pattern Generation, VisualMerchandising, Fashion Promotion andPhotography. Lab fees are not reduced orrefunded for schedule changes made after theadd/drop period.

Parking Permit: All vehicles parked on campusmust be registered with Public Safety. Parking ispermitted in assigned lots only. Unauthorizedvehicles will be ticketed or towed. Please directquestions regarding campus parking [email protected].

ACCOUNT ADJUSTMENT & REFUND POLICIESStudent Account with a Credit BalanceCredit balances occurring as a result of excessloans or financial aid will not be issued until theentire loan and/or aid funds have been receivedby Lasell College. Credit balances for enrolledstudents will remain on the account unlessrequested by the student, or Federal fundsexceed the cost of attendance. Excess Federalfunds will be issued to the student in accor -dance with Federal regulation. Refunds will beissued within three weeks of the request andwill be made payable to the student. Studentswho request a refund prior to the end of theacademic year understand that, if additionalcharges are assessed and/or financial aid is adjusted following receipt of a refund, abalance may be due to the College.

Enrollment ChangesStudents who change their status from full timeto part time OR part-time students who reducetheir number of credits after the Add/Dropperiod will be responsible for 100% of tuitionand associated fees for the semester.

No adjustments are made to the following fees after the published Add/Drop Period:Accident and Health Insurance, Allied HealthFee, Fashion Design/Production Fee, GraphicDesign Fee, Excess Credit Fee, and Lab Fees.

Housing ChangesStudents wishing to change their status fromresident to commuter during the academic yearmust petition the Director of Residence Life in writing for release from the HousingAgreement, and may be assessed penaltycharges as outlined in the Housing Agreement.


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Students who change their status from residentto commuter after the Add/Drop period will beresponsible for 100% of Room and Boardcharges for the semester.

Withdrawal from the CollegeThe above Withdrawal Adjustment Scheduleapplies to a student who has completed theappropriate steps to cancel his/her enrollment

at Lasell College. Non-attendance does notrelieve the student of financial obligation or imply entitlement to a refund. Please contact the Registrar’s Office for properwithdrawal procedures.

For all withdrawals after the publishedAdd/Drop period, no adjustment is made to thefollowing fees: Accident and Health Insurance,

Allied Health Fee, Fashion Design/ProductionFee, Graphic Design Fee, Excess Credit Fee,Parking Permit, and Lab Fees.

Room and Board will be adjusted according tothe schedule below only if the room is vacatedwithin the time period determined by the Officeof Residential Life. Students remaining inhousing past the time period granted will becharged for daily Room and Board.

For purposes of account adjustments, nodifferentiation is made between voluntarywithdrawal, administrative or academicsuspension.

Adjustments and refunds to Federal FinancialAid are made in accordance with theregulations set forth by the Federal Departmentof Education. Please contact our Office ofStudent Financial Planning at 617.243.2227.

Unpaid charges may remain after adjustmentsand are the student’s responsibility.

Office of Student Accounts1844 Commonwealth AvenueNewton, MA 02466phone: (617)-243-2103, fax: (617)-243-2326 Email: [email protected]

Withdrawal Adjustment Schedule for Tuition, Room and Board, and Comprehensive FeePrior to the Academic Calendar’s 100% refund, less enrollment deposit‘First Day of Classes’

Through first week* of classes 90%

Through second week* of classes 80%

Through third week* of classes 70%

Through fourth week* of classes 60%

Through fifth week* of classes 50%

Through sixth week* of classes 40%

Through seventh week* of classes 30%

Through eighth week* of classes 20%

Through ninth week* of classes 10%

After ninth week* of classes No credit of charges

* For purposes of determining account adjustments due to withdrawal, a week of enrollment ends on a Friday, regardless of the number of courses scheduled or attended during that period.

STUDENT FINANCIALPLANNINGThe Office of Student Financial Planning is located in Potter House on the 2nd floor and has 3 professional staff members: Michele Kosboth,Director; Thomas Hunt, Associate Director; and Brittany Baker, Counselor. The Office is open Monday – Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.(except holidays).

They are here to assist students and parents with questions related tohow to apply for financial aid; where a student is in the process ofapplying; questions regarding any Lasell College grant or scholarship,

Federal or State grants, Federal or private student and parent loans,student employment, college savings plans, outside scholarships, etc. You can contact the office by phone: 617-243-2227,fax: 617-243-2326,email: [email protected], orWeb: http://www.lasell.edu/Tuition-and-Aid.html.

Financial Planning Important links:

• Free Application for Federal Student Aid: www.fafsa.ed.gov(Lasell College FAFSA code 002158)

• Federal Direct Student/Parent loans: www.studentloans.gov• IRS for tax transcripts: www.irs.gov


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DIRECTIONSCampus is easily accessible via car or mass transportation. Directions are below.

From the West: Take the Massachusetts Turnpike (Route 90) to exit 14.Take Route 128 North to exit 24 east (Route 30 Commonwealth Ave.)Travel east on Route 30 1.4 miles to the Lasell College sign on your right.

From the South: Take I-95/ Route 128 to exit 24. Follow sign to Route 30.Turn right on Route 30/ Commonwealth Ave. East (toward Boston). Travel1.4 miles to the Lasell College sign.

From the East: Take the Massachusetts Turnpike (Route 90) to the Route 16 Newton/ Wellesley exit. Bear right off the ramp ontoWashington Street (Route 16 West). At third traffic light, turn right onto Commonwealth Ave. / Route 30. Travel until you see the LasellCollege sign on your left.

From the North: Take I-95/ Route 128 to exit 24. At the exit ramp takeRoute 30 east (Commonwealth Ave.). Travel 1.4 miles to the Lasell College sign.

The Massachusetts Bay Transit Authority (MBTA) provides trainservice via the Green Line “D” Train to Riverside Station, which iswithin one mile of campus. Walking directions from Riverside Station:Walk up to Grove Street, and walk to the left. Take a right downWoodland Road.

In addition, there is a commuter Purple Line service to AuburndaleStation (be sure to use the Framingham / Worcester Line)which isvery close to Lasell’s campus.

For more information please go to http://www.mbta.com.

HOTELSMarriott Hotel - Newton2345 Commonwealth Avenue (617)-969-1000www.marriott.com/newtonDriving distance to campus: 1.1 miles

Hotel Indigo - Newton399 Grove Street (617)-969-5300www.hotelindigo.com/newtonDriving distance to campus: 1.2 miles

Crowne Plaza Boston - Newton 320 Washington Street (617)-969-3010www.crowneplaza.com/bostonnewtonDriving distance to campus: 3.6 miles

Sheraton Hotel - Needham100 Cabot Street (781)-444-1110www.sheraton.com/needhamDriving distance to campus: 4.9 miles

Westin – Waltham70 Third Avenue (781)-290-5600www.westin.com/walthamDriving distance to campus: 5.6 miles

Holiday Inn Express - Waltham385 Winter Street (781)-890-2800www.holidayinnexpress.com/walthamDriving distance to campus: 5.8 miles

Courtyard by Marriott – Waltham387 Winter Street (781)-419-0900www.marriott.com/walthamDriving distance to campus: 5.8 miles

Hilton Garden Inn - Waltham420 Totten Pond Road (781)-890-0100www.hiltongardeninn.com/walthamDriving distance to campus: 5.9 miles

Embassy Suites – Waltham550 Winter Street (781)-890-6767www.embassysuites.com/walthamDriving distance to campus: 6.1 miles

Hilton Hotel - Dedham25 Allied Drive (781)-329-7900www.hilton.com/dedhamDriving distance to campus: 11.6 miles


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BOSTONBoston is one of the best college towns in the nation. You'll join over200,000 students from the area's many colleges and universities in takingadvantage of all this world-class city has to offer.

Lasell College, just 8 miles west of Boston, puts you within a shorttrain/bus or car ride of many famous attractions. You can walk theFreedom Trail, visit the Museum of Fine Arts and the Museum of Science,experience Symphony Hall, enjoy Faneuil Hall and Quincy Market, or catchRed Sox, Bruins, or Celtics games.

The Office of Student Activities offers discounted tickets throughout theacademic year for Boston professional sporting events, Broadway AcrossAmerica shows, and other Boston attractions. Many clubs andorganizations go into Boston for events, trips, and for community service.

NEWTONLasell College is located in the city of Newton which is comprised ofthirteen villages. Lasell College is in the historic village of Auburndale and has been a long-time partner with the City of Newton. Over the years,the College has contributed to the social, educational, and economic well-being of the greater community. Lasell College students have access to many of the things Newton has to offer using our campusshuttle system which operates during the academic year.

In 2010 MoneyMagazine ranked Newton, MA as number three on its “Top Ten Places to Live” list for reasons including the close proximity to Boston and strong schools. The College, its students, faculty, and staff have positively affected the area's residents, businesses, andorganizations in many ways.


DIRECTORYDEPARTMENT PHONE NUMBER EMAIL ADDRESSAcademic Achievement Center 617-243-2306 [email protected] Advising/First Year Programs 617-243-2127 [email protected] Affairs 617-243-2111 [email protected] 617-243-2147 [email protected] Police/Parking

Non-emergency 617-243-2276 [email protected] 617-243-2279 [email protected] 617-243-2202 [email protected]

Career Services 617-243-2125 [email protected] for Community Based Learning 617-243-2156 [email protected] for Spiritual Life 617-243-2451 [email protected] Center 617-243-2451 [email protected]’s Bookstore 617-243-2182 [email protected] Planning 617-243-2227 [email protected] Admission 617-243-2400 [email protected] Services 617-243-2451 [email protected] Services 617-243-2094 [email protected] Exams - Spanish & French 617-243-2224 [email protected] Office (Mailroom) 617-243-2219 [email protected]’s Office 617-243-2221 [email protected] 617-243-2133 [email protected] Life 617-243-2124 [email protected] Dining Services 617-243-2163 [email protected] Accounts 617-243-2103 [email protected] Activities & Orientation 617-243-2475 [email protected] Affairs 617-243-2124 [email protected] Admission 617-243-2225 [email protected]

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10 Case House11 Brennan Library12 Carpenter House13 Winslow Academic Center14 The Holway Child Study

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BUILDINGS1 Irwin House

2 Irwin Annex

3 Potter House

4 Wolfe Hall

5 Wass Science Hall

6 Woodland Hall

7 Edwards Student Center

8 Athletic Center

9 Gardner House

10 Case House

11 Brennan Library

12 Carpenter House

13 Winslow Academic Center

14 The Holway Child Study Center at The Barn Day Care

15 Mott House

16 Pickard House

17 70 Maple Street

18 Keever House

19 Chandler House

20 Ordway House

21 Briggs House

22 DeArment House

23 26 Maple Terrace

24 18 Maple Terrace

25 Saunders House

26 Klingbeil House

27 Hoag House

28 Bragdon Hall

29 Arnow Campus Center

30 Butterworth Hall

31 Yamawaki Art and Cultural Center

32 Donahue Center for Creative and Applied Arts

33 North Hall

34 Arnow Courtyard

35 Eager House

36 Holt Hall

37 Karandon House

38 Plummer House

39 Cushing House

40 Haskell House

41 Holway House

42 Spence House

43 Hamel House Visitor Center

44 Bancroft House

45 West Hall

46 East Hall

47 Van Winkle Quad

48 McClelland Hall

49 Van Winkle Hall

50 Forest Hall

51 The Holway Child Study Center at Rockwell Nursery School

52 Rockwell Hall

53 Lasell Village Town Hall

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55 Stoller Boat House

PARKINGP1 Central Street

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ATHLETIC FIELDSF1 Taylor Field

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