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Message from the Resident Coordinator Carol King

 “Philosophy: life is a classroom. We are both student and teacher, each day is a test, and each day we receive a passing or failing grade in one particular subject: grace is compassion, gratitude surrender, faith, forgiveness, good manners, reverence, and the list goes on. It’s something money can’t buy and credentials rarely produced. Being the smartest, the prettiest, the most talented, the richest, or even the poorest, can’t help, being a humble person can and being a helpful person can guide you through your days with grace and gratitude.”  Taken from Amazing grace/philosophy
Passion and purpose are two of my favorite words. I am passionate about encouraging students to live well and grow and to discover their God given purpose.  I now add a third word grace- so aptly expressed. One of the greatest responsibilities I have is in helping you grow and learn while enjoying your living experience here in the Residence Hall. Along with the staff, the Resident Assistants, who are students living here in the Residence Hall, ways are found to counsel, support and guide students – helping them find balance.

Academics: To be a successful student you must know how to study and manage your time. You must complete homework, projects, and other assignments. Though no one but your alarm clock and maybe your roommate are here to make sure you get up and go to class, this is your primary responsibility and purpose for being in college. You’ve got to go in order to know! There are many learning support systems that are available to you if you are struggling and need a lot or a little help. Just ask!

Social life: College is a growing experience when it comes to social development. You are living in an environment with people who are different than you in many ways. By adhering to the Judeo- Christian values of respecting oneself and others as set forth in the mission of Manor College, community is being built. All students are invited to participate in programs and activities held in the Residence Hall and on campus. Building friendships, communicating, sharing ideas, listening, and being open to differences are very important parts of your social experience.
The Student Life department offers a variety of activities all year long. Students are given a calendar to inform them of what is going on every month. Staff Faculty and Student games, bake sales, bowling, miniature golf, holiday parties, community service projects…just to name a few!
Cheer them on! Manor College has champion soccer and basketball teams. You are invited to all of the games.

Spiritual Life: You are God’s unique creation, made with a definite purpose. There are ways for you to discover that purpose and to be a well rounded individual. Students living here are given many opportunities to serve others, to volunteer within the community as well as on the Manor Campus. Campus Ministry plays a vital role in this discovery. They sponsor coffee houses, music ministry each week in room 309 and refreshing retreats. Students are welcome to go into the Student Lounge on the first floor every day from 7:00AM to 7:30 AM for morning meditations. During this time you can read materials supplied by Campus Ministry and quietly reflect and pray.

You Can Have A Great Experience Living Here…

But it really is up to you. Attitude is everything. A quote from best selling author and noted speaker Charles Swindoll says,” The most significant decision I can make on a day to day basis is my choice of attitude. It is more important than my bankroll, my successes or failures, fame or pain, what other people think of me or say about me, my circumstances, or my position. When my attitudes are right there is no barrier too high, no valley too deep, no dream too extreme, and no challenge too great.”
Students living in the Residence Hall must read and refer to the Student Handbook and Addendum.  As a student living in the Residence Hall you will be expected and required to abide by the rules set forth for you to have an enjoyable, life changing experience as a resident here.

Remember…What you experience here will be a part of your life forever.

• While on this journey it is one you don’t have to walk alone!
• Within the Residence Hall we are a family and a team.
• We make wise decisions because of the consequences we know will follow.
• We support each other and cheer each other on to victory.  
• We are our brothers’ keeper.
• We uphold the mission of Manor College and its values.
• We are God’s creation and we pray for wisdom, understanding, strength, and love!

Contact the Resident Coordinator by calling 215-885-2360 x 295
Office is located on the second floor of the Residence Hall, in St. Josaphat Hall. 
Office hours are posted on the office door.

• What’s the difference between move in date and occupancy date?

Freshmen move in generally the last Wednesday in August and the sophomores on the last Thursday in August. These are days when you can bring your stuff and set up your room, meet your roommates, and meet with the Dean of Students. The occupancy date for all students is the day before classes begin. Generally for the fall semester, this date is Labor Day. In the spring new students may move in and occupy their room the day all students return from winter break.

• What should I bring with me?

Click here for a list of items to bring

• How can I find out about my roommate?

You will be asked to complete a roommate information form that is located on this site. Once this is received along with your housing application by the Resident Coordinator, you will then be notified of how to contact your roommate prior to arriving on campus.

• Who is allowed to visit me and when can they come?

Visitors are welcome daily from 12 noon to 10:00 PM, Monday thru Thursday. All visitors must have identification and be at least 13 years old if not accompanied by an adult. On Fridays thru Sunday, they are welcome to stay until midnight. Overnight guests can stay Thursday, Friday, or Saturday with permission in advance from the Resident Coordinator. This is not applicable during midterms and finals. Students are responsible for their guests at all times and must accompany them while here. Additional information regarding guests and responsibilities is in the Student Handbook.

• How can I meet new people in the dorm?

Knock on doors and smile! There are different fun activities you will be invited to attend to get to know everybody! Attend activities in the dorm and around the campus. No better way to get to know others than to be around the fun.

• What kind of activities go on in the dorm?

Movie nights, Cooking Dinner Together, Crafts, Holiday and Christmas Decorate your Door, Coffee Houses, Karaoke, Super Bowl Party, and way too many more to mention!

• What does a Resident Assistant do?

Resident Students are leaders who help carry out the mission of Manor College while living in the dorm. They are your guide to community living here in the dorm. These students will assist you in any way possible to help your experience living here a rewarding one. They don’t have all the answers but they are trained to help you go in the right direction. Residents Assistants inform you about events, meetings, and campus activities. They are responsible for reminding students of the rules and enforcing them, and helping students in conflict to resolve them in a peaceful and satisfactory manner,. Resident assistants report ti the Resident Hal Coordinator who is their supervisor.

• If I get sick, what will happen?

Help is on the way! We have a nurse on duty Tuesdays through Thursdays, 24 hour Security staff in the building as well as the Resident Coordinator and Resident Assistant to help. Provide information to the nurse about any pre- existing condition you have, as well as a history of medications you are currently taking. Please keep your insurance identification card handy along with your doctor’s phone number, and keep us updated with any changes in regards to your emergency contact persons.

• What if I can’t keep up with all of my assignments and studying?

In the Academic Building there is the Learning Center equipped with all kinds of resources, live and in paper. Meeting with your professor and advisor is also recommended. We all can get overwhelmed when there are so many demands. The Counseling Department is there to be a support as well. They are located on the second floor across from room 220 in the Academic Building