Finlandia University offers many on-campus activities that provide students the opportunity to exercise their social skills in conjunction with educational programs, volunteer opportunities, and leadership experiences. Activities are organized using a student wellness model that serves the physical, emotional, intellectual, spiritual, and social needs of students. Most on-campus activities are free to the Finlandia community (all students, faculty and staff). In addition, Finlandia offers ample opportunities for students to be involved in student government, clubs, and organizations.

Mission & Overview

Finlandia's Student Development Division is “A division committed to learning through the promotion of values and a sense of belonging, with the end goal of developing students to become contributing members of society.”

The Student Development Division handles portions of co-curricular life at Finlandia, including Residence Life (link to Residential Living), Campus Safety & Security, Food Service, the Student Senate and Student Leadership program, Student Activities, the Student Code, New Student Orientation, Community Resource Awareness, and Career Counseling.

The Division works closely with Finlandia's TRiO Student Support Services program to ensure that student's co-curricular needs are met.

Divisional Leadership

“Your experience at Finlandia is, or will be, a learning one. Whether you're hanging out in Finlandia Hall, eating in the Mannerheim Café, or involved in a student activity, learning will be involved, many times unknowingly. The Student Development Division is committed to helping you in your self-discovery process. Contact me or any of our caring staff members if you ever have questions, comments, or suggestions. We always look forward to serving our students, and answering questions any prospective students may have.”

-Bill Melchiori , Director of Student Life & Housing, Finlandia Hall 100

bill.melchiori@finlandia.edu

(906) 487-7360

The Director of Student Life & Housing is responsible for:

• Advisement of the Student Senate and student leadership program, and cultivation of student activity opportunities
• Enforcement and review of the Finlandia Student Handbook & Student Code
• Communication between students and community resources
• Response to general questions and concerns from the student body

Department of Campus Safety & Security

“Finlandia and the surrounding communities are safe places to live. We take pride in ensuring that our campus is a safe and secure place. If you ever have any questions or need assistance, feel free to stop by, call, or email us. We enjoy seeing our current students on campus, and look forward to meeting all the new students.”

-Jim Harden

Security Supervisor

Mannerheim 101

jim.harden@finlandia.edu

(906) 487-7307 -Office

(906) 370-7307 -Cell

The Department of Campus Safety and Security (DCSS) works closely with other departments on campus, as well as local law enforcement and emergency response agencies to ensure a safe and secure campus. Finlandia and the surrounding communities are very safe places to live and learn.

The DCSS is responsible for:

• Compliance with the federal Clery Act campus crime reporting requirements
• Enforcement of campus parking policies and procedures
• Production of student and employee ID's
• Supervision of building lock-ups and openings

Food Service Department

“We evaluate our goods and services that we offer every year, and we're always open to new ideas when it comes to food. Feel free to stop by or give us a call if you have an idea. Our people in food service are what set us apart and make the Finlandia dining experience pleasant. We always look forward to serving our current students, and look forward to meeting our new students at the beginning of each semester.”

-Tim Nakkula , Director of Food Service

tim.nakkula@finlandia.edu

(906) 487-7374

The Food Service Department serves three meals per weekday, and four meals per weekend in the Mannerheim Dining Hall. The soup, salad, and sandwich bar is also available during lunch and dinner hours. Meals times include:

Weekday Schedule

Full Breakfast                  7:30 a.m.-8:30 a.m.

Continental Breakfast    8:30 a.m.-9:30 a.m.

Lunch                                11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

Dinner                               4:30 p.m.-6:00 p.m.

Weekend Schedule

Lunch/Brunch     12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m.

Dinner         4:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m.

For the current menu, call the food service menu hotline at 487-7593 , or ext. 593 from on-campus.

Student Senate & Student Activities

The Finlandia University Student Senate plays a vital role in the development of the campus community. The Senate may form subcommittees and special interest groups that are designed to address specific student concerns. Students are encouraged to participate in all Senate activities. The Student Senate:

•  Responds to the requests and concerns submitted by the student body, faculty, or administration;

•  Stimulates and promotes academic, spiritual, social, cultural, and recreational activities;

•  Fosters high standards of Christian character and conduct throughout the University and community.

The Student Senate organizes service projects each month. Members of the Senate identify community needs and find creative ways to aid community organizations. Some of the organizations Student Senate has been involved with include Little Brothers Friends of the Elderly; Copper Country Humane Society; Big Brothers/Big Sisters of the Western Upper Peninsula ; MDOT Adopt A Highway ; Habitat for Humanity; and Marine Corps League Toys for Tots.

2008-2009 Student Senate Officers

President                                          Jillian Dolkey         jrdolkey@fu.edu

Vice President for Assessment   Justin Buzzo          jwbuzzo@fu.edu

Secretary/Treasurer                        Ally Tincknell         amtincknell@fu.edu

Activities & Alumni Officer              Liz Reno

Communications Officer               Michaela Boddy    mcboddy@fu.edu

Your Student Senate Officers are here to listen to you, and to pass on your concerns to University administration. If you have a question, concern, or request, feel free to contact any of the Officers listed.

The Senate also approves student clubs and organizations and appropriate student activity funding. For information on starting a club or organization, or requesting student activity funding, contact the Activities & Alumni Officer.

Current information regarding student activities and The Roar can be found using the following links:

•  www.finlandiastudentlife.blogspot.com

•  www.collegeroar.blogspot.com

•  Weekly updates to your Finlandia email account

•  Campus Activities Hotline: 487-7599 , or ext. 599 from on-campus

TRiO Student Support Services

Funded by a grant through the U.S. Department or Education, Student Support Services ( SSS ) offers academic, career and personal counseling assistance to students who qualify under federal guidelines.  You are eligible to be an SSS participant if you are:  a first generation college student; and/or you have financial need; or you have a physical or learning disability; and you have some sort of academic need.  Visit our office in Nikander 11 for more information regarding eligibility criteria and program details.

In addition to the academic, personal, and career assistance mentioned above, the SSS staff offers free on-campus professional tutoring.  They also facilitate regular workshops on topics such as study skills, resume development, and personal health issues.  Students with academic, career, or personal concerns may find it helpful to talk directly with a staff member.  All services are free and confidential.

Contact:
Rob McTaggart
Director of  (TRIO) Student Support Services

Nikander 11
906-487-7346 906-487-7567 (fax)
Email: rob.mctaggart@finlandia.edu

Health Services

Portage Health Systems is located close to the Finlandia University campus and the emergency room is open 24 hours a day. To contact the emergency room, call (906) 483-1111 . The Portage Medical Clinic also provides medical services. To contact the clinic call the Hancock Office, (906) 483-1060 .

All full-time students are covered by an Accident & Sickness Insurance Plan while enrolled for classes at Finlandia University . The insurance plan is supplemental to any other health care plan for which a student is enrolled. Brochures with a brief description of the benefits are provided with the Accident & Insurance Plan that is available by calling the Assistant to the Registrar at 487-7207.

Career Services

Career guidance and counseling is available through (TRIO) Student Support Services located in Nikander 11 and the Director of Student Life & Housing located in Finlandia Hall.  Hours are Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm .  Assistance is provided through interest and ability testing, a career resource library, job-hunting strategies, university transfer information, job training videos and job market bulletins. Students may also receive assistance in writing resumes, cover letters and mastering interview skills.

For (TRiO) SSS Students:                                    For Non- SSS Students:                 

Contact:  Mark Cavis                                            Contact:  Bill Melchiori

(906) 487-7315                                                      (906)487-7360

mark.cavis@finlandia.edu                                     bill.melchiori@finlandia.edu

Music
The Finlandia University music program, open to both novice and advanced students, is designed to provide opportunities for choral and instrumental performance.
Contact Melvin Kangas at (906)487-7250.

Theater
The Finlandia University theater program, open to both novice and advanced students, offers an opportunity to develop skills in areas that include acting, directing, stage management, set design and execution, costume and make-up, house management, tour organization, and script writing and analysis.
Contact Melvin Kangas at (906)487-7250.

Army ROTC
Finlandia University collaborates with Michigan Technological University to make Army ROTC (Reserve Officer’s Training Corps) available to interested students. Please click here for additional information.

Teaching Learning Center
The Teaching Learning Center (TLC) offers a wide variety of services including academic counseling, peer and professional tutoring, study skill workshops, pre-test study groups, computerized skill development, word processing, and make-up testing. Peer tutors are recommended by faculty and are able to serve students in specific subject areas. The Finlandia University faculty utilizes the TLC to provide students with study aids such as classroom reserve material, review sheets, and past exams.

For more information call Kirsti Arko at (906) 487-7276.

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