Student Handbook

University Policies

The University has established a variety of regulations, policies, and procedures to ensure the proper operation of the institution and achievement of its goals. Many of these policies are located on the University's Institutional Policies page. Below you will find information about policies specific to students that are not currently available on the Institutional Policies page. Students should read and become familiar with all University policies, as they may be held accountable for violations of any and all policies.

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Recognized Student Organizations (RSOs) are prohibited from hosting activities using crowdfunding platforms such as GoFundMe or Facebook, or utilizing mobile wallets such as Venmo or CashApp for organization business. Additional examples include PayPal, Square, and Kickstarter. Sale proceeds, donations, or dues, may not be channeled through an individual's personal account (Venmo, PayPal, bank accounts). Use of campus names, registered trademarks, or campus/team logos in conjunction with crowdsourcing is prohibited.

The use of cash collection and Crowdchange for events in which an RSO needs to register or is selling merchandise is permitted.

  • Cash donations: Work with the RSO advisor to determine the best way to collect and deposit cash.
  • Credit card option: To offer credit cards as a payment option, RSOs should use . New users should create an account using their Moravian email address or club email account and work with the Office of Campus Life.
    • Once a month, the Business Office will transfer funds into RSO campus accounts. Fraternities and sororities with access to approved financial accounts connected to a national organization should connect with the Office of Greek Life

RSOs should submit their fundraising or donation drive request at least 2 weeks prior to the event. 

  • RSOs requiring a space on campus should submit a request through 25Live.
  • RSOs hosting a fundraiser or donation drive but will not be utilizing a space should submit the form.

A staff member from Campus Life will review the request and contact the designated representatives from the RSO regarding the status of the event.

Accountability

RSOs that fail to adhere to the policy will be referred through the Student Organization Code of Conduct.

Prohibited Fundraisers

There are many appropriate ways to raise funds and goods. Examples include: hosting a 5K, hosting a sports tournament (eg: cornhole, kickball), running a t-shirt drive, selling merchandise, hosting a themed dinner, working with a non-profit to host a materials or food drive. To create a new type of fundraiser, schedule an appointment with the Office of Campus Life to discuss and plan the fundraiser. RSOs interested in collecting items for community organizations must contact the organization prior to collection of items and receive approval from the Office of Campus Life.

Fundraisers or philanthropy events involving games of chance - such as raffles, lotteries, bingo for money, casino nights, or any other activity where the outcome relies on luck rather than skill - are prohibited.

Fundraisers and philanthropy events may not promote violence or harm to one's body. Events that involve eating contests, objects or substances being thrown at, poured on, attached to, or otherwise applied to people or property are not permitted. Examples may include but are not limited to the following: pieing, pelting, dunking, painting, hair dyeing, shaving, car bashes, hot dog eating contests, etc. In addition, individuals or groups may not be auctioned for "services" or a "date." The activities listed above raise serious concerns, as sponsors cannot assess the intentions of organizations and participants.

In addition to this policy, RSOs must also be in compliance with the institutional Fundraising and Sales Policy.

AMOS (Accessing Moravian Online Services) is the portal for accessing the University's network as well as numerous advising and registration tools. Students may access their student account (bill, payments, etc.), course schedules, unofficial transcripts, and other important information through AMOS. 

Sometimes, students’ access to AMOS may be blocked for the students’ failure to meet certain administrative obligations on campus in their role as a student. Additionally, students' access to other network resources (including but not limited to the wireless network, Canvas, and applications accessed through ) may also be blocked.

Many offices have the capability of installing a Hold (block) and/or Warning Indicator on a student AMOS account.

Examples include:

Student Accounts Hold or WarningUnpaid balance on student account
Incomplete financial aid documentation
Health Services HoldIncomplete new student onboarding requirement(s)
Registrar's Office HoldMissing final transcript from high school (new first-year students) or previous college or university (transfer students)
Failure to declare a major (after 14 course units earned towards the degree)
Reeves Library HoldFailure to return library materials from previous semester

If your access to AMOS is on Hold you will be restricted from obtaining information regarding registration, grades, and other important information. It is strongly recommended that students log on to AMOS on a daily basis to receive important information in a timely manner.

É«½äÖ±²¥ undergraduate students, full time graduate students (9 or more credits), and International students are required to have health insurance. If you do not currently have health insurance, there is the option to enroll and purchase coverage.

Learn more by clicking here including step by step instructions on how to waive or enroll in coverage, insurance plan details, billing procedures, and more.

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) of 1974 and its amendments are federal laws that afford students certain rights with respect to their educational records. The University's full policy on student records can be reviewed here.