The Office of Student Services
The Office of Student Services assists the students of the University of the West in achieving their educational goals and facilitating their personal, intellectual and social development. It is also a terrific resource for students, faculty, staff, community members or others who want to know more about the university. Student services include campus activities and event updates, student advising and scheduling, student internet access, health insurance, student club forming and recognition, financial aid, and other services.
The office is located in the Administration Building. Walk-ins and appointments are welcome.
Contact information:
Please call (626)571-8811 ext. 121/302 for assistance.
Student Activities
A range of activities that enhance learning and physical and mental well-being is available to students outside of the classroom. These include lectures, concerts, seminars, non-credit classes at the Rosemead campus and religious celebrations, observances and Dharma (doctrine) classes at Hsi Lai Temple. Enrolled students, staff, and faculty can use recreational facilities including a swimming pool and spa, together with exercise and game rooms are available on-campus. In addition, to promote the interpersonal relationship among students, staff, and faculty, Student Services Office hosts monthly birthday parties and festival celebration, namely, New Year, Chinese New Year, Moon Festival, Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.
Student Clubs
Student clubs provide students with a variety of opportunities and probabilities to explore their academic, professional, social, cultural, recreational, spiritual, and community service interests. It is hoped that, through taking a part in clubs, students can develop interpersonal, organizational and leadership skills in a supportive yet challenging environment.
Student clubs are formed by currently enrolled students sharing a common goal or interest and having properly completed the necessary form sand agreed to adhere to guidelines established by the University.
A student club is not a part of continuing education. All regular teaching and learning activities in UWest campus must be held either by Degree Programs or by the Department of Continuing Education.
UWest Annual Club Registration Process:
The steps in the registration process are as follows:
Fill out the Club registration form, which i nc ludes a roster of members. You must have at least three members to form a club. It is important that the roster be as up-to-date as possible and so is best done in the fall of the year for which the club is registering. The registration form with roster is submitted via this email.
Submit a current copy of the club's constitution to the Student Services Office in Administration Building Room 100. If your club is still using a constitution which was submitted to our office in a previous year, simply check the box on the registration form to indicate that your club is using an existing constitution.
Turn in a signed copy of the Advisor Contract. This form can be printed from the website but must be signed by your club advisor, and the signed copy must then be turned in at the Student Services Office.
Club Registration Form 2005-2006 [Microsoft Word]
Financial Assistance
There are various types of financial aid available to assist eligible students. University of the West has a program of grants and work-study positions to assist students who require financial support to complete their studies at the University. Because the need for financial assistance often exceeds what the University can supply, students must rely on other sources of support such as employment, loans, and family assistance. It is the student's responsibility to secure information regarding scholarships and loans from private sources. Financial assistance is provided on a semester by semester basis and is awarded for only one semester at a time. Application for financial assistance should begin at the same time as application to the University. Financial Aid application forms are available from the Office of Admissions or Student Services.
Student Health Insurance
Health Insurance Policy
UWest requires that ALL International students have supplemental U.S. health insurance. This will help to cover the cost of care, especially in emergency situations where hospitalization may be required.
You are automatically enrolled in the UWest Health Insurance Plan if you are an international student. If you already have a U.S. health insurance plan, you may be eligible to waive enrollment in the UWest Health Insurance Plan by providing proof of comparable coverage.
Criteria for Waiver
To waive the UWest Student Health Insurance Plan, your other coverage must:
- Provide at least $1,000,000 in lifetime aggregate coverage (no per incident maximum)
- Maximum Benefit for any one Injury or Sicknesses: $250,000
- Cover the student for the entire coverage period. Have effective dates covering entire semester:
- Fall 2005: August 29, 2005 to January, 15, 2006
- Spring 2006: January, 16, 2006 to August 31, 2006
- Pay for at least 75% of covered expenses
- Provide proof with your name on it (identification card or insurance policy)
- Have a deductible of $250 or less per policy year ($500 non network), and
- Provide a plan description in the English language with currency amounts converted to U.S. dollars.
Academic & Professional Counseling
Academic counseling is available. Undergraduate and graduate students may consult with Chairs and Assistant Chairs of the Departments they belong to, appropriate faculty, Student Services, and the Dean of Academic Affairs regarding course selection, program planning, academic difficulties, degree requirements and academic and vocational resources. In addition, faculty and advisors in the Office of Student Services and Academic Affairs give students the benefits of experience in professional practice and insight gathered from years of formal study in higher education. Facilities are also provided for professional psychological counseling.
Student Internet Access
All University of the West students are provided with access to the Internet and the individual account to log on in the computer laboratory. After completing the registration and application for computer access, students are acquired computer user names and passwords assigned by the Information Technology Department. The computer user name and password will be renewed each semester based on students' status of enrollment.
Housing Information
The University provides dormitory housing at the Rosemead campus. Housing is only available to full-time or extended-stay students (those enrolled in intensive short-term courses). Charges for on-campus housing are provided under Financial Information.
The University makes every effort to maintain a referral service for off-campus privately owned apartments and rooms in private homes located near the University for students who prefer off-campus housing. Information about listings and price ranges may be obtained from Student Services. Approximately one week to 10 days should be allowed to select off-campus housing, especially for families.
Dining Service
Full-time students may purchase meal plans by semester or session. Individual meals may be purchased at the Dining Hall. Visitors are welcome. Please contact Manage of Food Services Department for details.
Student Recreation Center
The Student Recreation Center is located on the first floor of the Cafeteria building. It is equipped with fitness and weight training equipment, table tennis, billiards, and a student lounge with a kitchen.
Bookstore
The UWest Bookstore is located on the upper part of the campus in the Student Recreation Center. Textbooks and other books are available for purchase. The UWest Catalogues, Schedule of Classes, stamps, phone cards, UWest souvenirs, gifts, snacks, stationery, school supplies, and other personal supplies are also available. Please contact (626) 571-8811 ext. 141
Career Planning & Placement Assistance
The University does not function as an employment agency or make any guarantees of employment as a result of completing the degree curricula offered. The University will, however, assist both degree candidates and graduates in every way possible and will make every effort to inform students of career opportunities, including internships and exchange programs.
The Office of Student Services maintains a job listing and referral service to help students seek part-time, temporary, and vacation jobs. Notices of full-time career opportunities received by the University will be posted on the bulletin board in the Office of Student Services. Students and friends of the University who become aware of employment opportunities, whether full-time or part-time, temporary or permanent, are encouraged to bring them to the attention of Student Services.
In Partnership with the Student Services Office, MonsterTRAK provides full-time, part-time, temporary and internship opportunities targeted by employers to University of the West students and alumni. MonsterTrak has the largest job listing and resume database for college students and alumni. the service is free to our enrolled students and alumni. In order to log in to the system, you will need to come to the Student Services Office for a password. Then, click on the MonsterTrak link to start searching for jobs that interest you. Get started today!
Student Handbook [Microsoft Word]