Maritime College Student Handbook 2021-2022

Center Academy Point of Contact or the Training and Assessment Division Chief for guidance when situations not covered by regulation, policy or this approval present themselves.

Mental Health Counseling Christine D’Amico, LMSW: Mental Health Counselor cdamico@sunymaritime.edu Phone: 718-409-3916, Fax 718-409-5901, Baylis Hall Office Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00 am- 4:00 pm

Maritime College offers free mental health counseling to all students who need support or individual counseling. Students may see the mental health counselor for a variety of issues, such as depression, anxiety, homesickness, relationship issues, or difficulties adjusting to college life. Counseling services are confidential, and information is not shared unless there is a threat to the student or to the safety of others. The mental health counselor can be reached for an appointment via e-mail, phone, or walk-in. Regimental Affairs Commandant of Cadets: 718- 409-7350, C-Company Operations and Leadership Development Officer: 718-409-7442, D-Company Administrative Assistant: 718- 409-7352, C-Company The Regimental system is mandated by federal regulations for all students (Cadets) pursuing a United States Coast Guard (USCG) license but is also an option for those students not seeking a USCG license. The Regiment is a military- style organization and is governed by a set of Rules and Regulations similar to those of federal service academies. Upon acceptance into the Regiment students are required to participate in an Indoctrination period, to familiarize them with the College’s Regimental system. The Regimental system offers a vehicle for developing the leadership skills of the Cadets, supports the professional training of the Cadets, and provides a framework for safely managing a large number of Cadets at sea on the training ship. Members of the Regiment must adhere to the general Maritime Student Code of Conduct as well as the Rules and Regulations for the Regiment of Cadets. For more information about the Regimental system, the Rules and Regulations, Indoctrination or any concerns regarding the Regiment of Cadets, please contact a member of the Regimental Affairs Staff at any of the above phone numbers. Registrar registrar@sunymaritime.edu Phone: 718-409-7400, option 1; Fax: 718-409-7264, Baylis Hall, Enrollment Services Office Hours: Monday- Friday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM. The Registrar’s Office is responsible for maintaining the academic records for all students, registration related activities, course schedule maintenance, awarding degrees, issuing transcripts, and enrollment certifications. This includes collection and processing of related items including FERPA, change of curriculum, change of status (civilian vs. regimental), leave of absence, withdrawal and transfer credits. All related forms/policies are available on the Registrar webpage or in the Registrar’s Office. Religious/Spiritual Life Father Mark Vaillancourt, Director of Campus Ministries mvaillancourt@sunymaritime.edu The Director of Campus Ministries is dedicated to building a community of faith and compassion on campus. Father Mark is available to all students by appointment and in the Chapel from 7-9 pm every Sunday. He conducts retreats, organizes community service opportunities, and connects students with the greater faith community of the New York area. Houses of Worship of most faiths are located in the local community. Interdenominational services are held on campus in the Chapel with Catholic Mass on Sundays during the school year. There are also several student-led organizations whose mission is to support religious and spiritual needs of the student body on campus. Student Accounts Office of Student Accounts studentaccounts@sunymaritime.edu Phone: 718-409-7400 option 2, Baylis Hall, Enrollment Services