Regis Viewbook 09 - Regis College

Get Involved, Stay InvolvedWhether you decide to live in one of our four residence halls on campus or choose tocommute from home, from Day One you are considered part of a strong and close-knit studentcommunity where your involvement and participation are welcomed and contribute to thevitality of college life at Regis.A culture of spirituality and community serviceBuilt on a rich Catholic heritage, Regis College is dedicated to the spiritual developmentof all its community members. The College attracts students who believe in the importance ofgiving to others. Community service is an integral part of campus life that you are encouragedto explore.Recent community service opportunities included an Alternative Spring Break Trip toVilla El Salvador, Peru, helping out with a Habitat for Humanity building project; participatingin Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walks; and working with children at Bethany HillSchool and Casserly House.Student LifeJoin a club or organizationWith more than 30 clubs and organizations to choose from, Regis College offers manyopportunities to help you start your career, build lifelong friendships, and gratify personalpursuits. From musical and comedic performances to thought-provoking cultural discussionsto multicultural celebrations to evenings at the campus coffee house—there’s alwayssomething happening.Regis College Clubs & Organizations■Asian-AmericanAssociation (AAA)■Haitian-American StudentOrganization (HASO)■Student Athletic AdvisoryCommittee (SAAC)■■■■■■■■■African-American, Hispanic,Asian, Native-AmericanOrganization (AHANA)Campus Ministry E-BoardCape Verdean Student Association(CVSA)Commuter Student AssociationCouncil for Political ActionDance CompanyDYNASTY Step SquadEducation ClubGay-Straight Alliance (GSA)■■■■■■■■■Latin-American StudentOrganization (LASO)Management AssociationModel United NationsMount Regis (Yearbook)Orientation LeadersRegis College Student NursesAssociationRegis College Theatre CompanyResidence Hall AssociationRegis Official AthleticRegulars (ROAR)■■■■■■Students Assisting Incoming,New, & Transfer Students (SAINTS)Student GovernmentAssociation (SGA)Students Taking Action Now forDarfur (STAND)Students Uniting for SocialServices (SUSS)Tower Activities Board (TAB)Tower Society4■■Glee ClubGospel Choir■Reserve Officer Training Corps(ROTC)

Home of the PrideAthleticsAt Regis we believe in the importance of strengtheningbodies as well as minds. That’s why we encourage studentsto become athletes and participate in our wide range ofathletic, fitness and recreational opportunities.Regis students are consistently honored on the All-Conference and All-Region teamsfor their athletic achievements. They also get the support they need to succeed academically.Regis has been recognized with the USA Today NCAA Academic Achievement Award forhighest graduation rate in the nation in Division III.If you have any questions about Regis athletics, contact Marybeth Lamb, Director ofAthletics, at 781.768.7147 or marybeth.lamb@regiscollege.edu.www.goregispride.comAthletic FacilitiesNew Athletic FieldsOur new, comprehensive outdoor athletic facilityincludes fields and courts that serve as home toour field hockey, soccer, lacrosse, track and field,tennis and softball programs.Mary Carr Simeone Fitness CenterThe recently renovated Fitness Center featuresstate-of-the-art exercise equipment – newtreadmills, exercise bikes, elliptical trainers,rowing machines and the latest in cable-assistedCybex workout machines.GymnasiumThis multipurpose gym features a court forbasketball, tennis, volleyball and badminton.Swimming PoolRegis has a competition-sized, six-lane, 25 yardswimming pool, with one-meter diving board,which is complemented by a Jacuzzi, sauna andsun deck.NCAA Division III AthleticsTeams, Intramurals, and ClassesWomen’s TeamsBasketballField HockeyLacrosseSoccerSoftballSwimming and DivingTennisTrack and FieldVolleyballMen’s TeamsBasketballLacrosseSoccerSwimming and DivingTennisTrack and FieldVolleyballIntramural SportsBasketball (3v3 Fall, 5v5Spring)Dodgeball (Fall)Flag Football (Spring)Indoor Soccer (Spring)Fitness ClassesDanceGolfIndividual FitnessPilatesSelf-DefenseStrength TrainingSwim for FitnessTennisYogaDance StudioOur studio offers a private space for classes, aswell as individual dance and yoga opportunities.5

Application RequirementsAdmissionAs an applicant for admission, you’ll beexpected to complete a college preparatoryprogram at an accredited secondary school.Preparation for entrance should include:■■■■■■4 years of English3/4* years of mathematics (includingAlgebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II)2/4* years of science (including at leastone with a lab)2 years of social science2 years of the same foreign language3 or 4 electives*Requirements for students interested in nursing.Undergraduate students are considered foradmission in September (Fall) and January(Spring). All undergraduate candidates will beevaluated through rolling admission process andreviewed on individual basis.Deadlines for Fall consideration:■ Early Action: December 1st■ Regular Decision: February 15thDeadline for Spring consideration:■ December 1stApplication checklist❏ Application for admission with a $50non-refundable application fee payable toRegis College. To apply, visit our website at:www.regiscollege.edu/apply❏❏❏❏❏Common Application Supplement, if applicable,available at: www.regiscollege.edu/applyEssayOfficial transcript of high school records,including first-quarter senior year gradessent directly to Regis College by a secondaryschool counselorTwo letters of recommendation—one from asecondary school counselor and one froma teacherOfficial SAT or ACT results. TOEFL scores maybe requested if the student’s native languageis not English.The College Board code numberfor Regis College is 3723.OFFICE OF ADMISSIONTelephone: 866.438.7344E-mail: admission@regiscollege.edu“Our faculty go the extra distance. We knowour students and are happy to work withour students.”—Dr. Sara Weintraub, AssociateProfessor of Communication“If you want to go to a school where peopleknow you by your name and not just anumber, then consider Regis College. Iremember hearing this as a prospectivestudent and not believing it at first, but I donow! Even professors that I haven’t had, sayhello to me in the hallways. It's a really nicefeeling to know that you're surrounded bypeople you know and who know you.”—Allyson Silva ’116

“There are creative ways to do what youwant to do at Regis. If you are lookingfor high-quality professors, you havethem here.”—Dr. Mary Anne Vetterling,Professor of Spanish“I’m at home here at Regis College. Ifeel like a valued part of the community. I’mtreated with patience and respect by faculty,staff, and friends. I’m not afraid of makingmistakes because I know the community ishere to support me. You’re not alone in yourcollege experience at Regis because help andopportunities are always available.”—Joshua Irvin ’11Financing Your Regis EducationRegis College students can qualify for various types of financial assistance in theform of scholarships, state and federal grants, loans and work study.Financial Aid■■■■■■■■Financial aid is awarded in two ways: academic merit (based on academicperformance in high school) and financial need.In order to determine your financial need, you must formally apply for financial aid.Regis works with each student individually to help them finance their educationthrough the Direct Loan Program.All student loans, subsidized and unsubsidized, are processed directly byRegis College through the government.This allows for fewer forms to fill out, a lower interest rate, and the ability toconsolidate loans after graduation.Applying for financial aid is the next step after applying for admission. Just completethe two applications listed below and leave the rest up to us.A Federal Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA): Go to: http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/A Regis College New Student Application for Financial Aid: go to:www.regiscollege.edu/finaidappFor scholarship consideration, apply by February 15.Once you have completed these two applications and received your acceptance letter from theOffice of Admission, the Office of Financial Aid will develop a financial aid package for you.OFFICE OF FINANCIAL AIDTelephone: 781.768.7180E-mail: finaid@regiscollege.edu7

From the moment you turn into the long, tree-lined driveway, you sensethat Regis College is a special place where you can experience the bestof both worlds—the tradition of a small college environment with closeaccess to big city life. Our beautiful, 132-acre campus is located in Weston,Massachusetts, one of the state’s most attractive and safest suburbs, yetit’s only 12 miles from the center of Boston, one of the great social, culturaland sporting cities in America.Boston and BeyondLook Into the FutureWhen it comes to making important decisions about our lives, we all wish we couldcatch a glimpse into the future. A campus visit is pretty close to seeing the future! Comesee what life as a Regis student would be like.Campus ToursStudent-led tours are scheduled Monday through Friday, three times a day(at 11am, 1pm and 3pm) throughout the year and allow small groups to explore Regis' sceniccampus in a very personal and informative manner.InterviewsWhile interviews are not required, they are encouraged for students wishing to develop a betterunderstanding of Regis and to discuss their goals and objectives with an admission counselor.Information SessionsHeld on both selected weekday and weekend dates throughout the year, our informationsessions include a general overview of the College, guided campus tour, optional interview(by appointment only) and lunch on us!To schedule your campus visit, please call 1.866.GET.REGIS (1.866.438.7344), email usat admission@regiscollege.edu or complete and mail back the attached reply card.AccommodationsThere are many convenient lodging options for overnight stays in the area of Regis College.Visit our web site for some suggestions: www.regiscollege.edu/accommodations.8

Directions From All PointsVisiting Regis CollegeTraveling from the NORTHHeading South on Route 95/128, take Exit 26 towards Route 20 West(Weston/Waltham). Stay right onto Route 20 West towards Weston. Continueapproximately two miles, turn left onto Wellesley Street. Regis College is on the right.Traveling from the SOUTHHeading North on Route 95/128, take Exit 24 to Route 30 West (Wayland).Continue approximately three miles and turn right onto Wellesley Street. Regis Collegeis on the left.Traveling from the EASTHeading West on the Massachusetts Turnpike (I-90), take Exit 15 towards Route 30(Waltham/Weston). Take left exit towards Route 30 West, slight right onto Park Road, lefton to South Ave/Route 30. Continue approximately two miles, turn right onto WellesleyStreet. Regis College is on the left.Traveling from the WESTHeading East on the Massachusetts Turnpike (I-90), take Exit 13 to Route 30 East(Natick/Wellesley). Follow the ramp on to Route 30 East. Continue approximately fivemiles, turn left onto Wellesley Street. Regis College is on the left.Traveling EAST/WEST in the Metrowest areaFrom Route 9 (East/West) in Wellesley, exit on to Weston Road, which becomesWellesley Street at the Weston/Wellesley town line. Stay straight on Wellesley Streetgoing through lights at Route 30. Regis College is on the left.From the Green Line (MBTA)Take the D line trolley to the last outbound terminal stop, “Riverside,” where aRegis College shuttle, provided by JFK Transportation, will provide free transportationto the Regis campus.www.regiscollege.edu235 Wellesley StreetWeston, MA 02493-15711.866.438.7844781.768.7100

Visit our new website: www.regiscollege.edu235 Wellesley StreetWeston, MA 02493-15711.866.438.7844781.768.7100