Official Information
Campus Emergencies
In the event of a serious incident involving Lake Erie College students, personnel or property call 911 followed by Security (440.375.7575). Security will notify the appropriate College officials. Students, faculty and staff will receive the College’s response to disasters (tornadoes, fires, etc…) at the beginning of the academic year. This information is also posted on the main website.
Cancellations
If the College is closed due to inclement weather or for other reasons, local radio and television stations will be notified through the Office of Public Relations and Marketing. Daily cancellation information is available on the home page of the website, www.lec.edu, or students may call the class cancellation line at 440.375.7260.
City of Painesville
Lake Erie College is located 30 miles east of Cleveland in the City of Painesville which is one of 23 municipalities in Lake County in Northeast Ohio. Covering 7.903 square miles, Painesville is approximately 2.5 miles south of Lake Erie. According to the 2010 Census, the City of Painesville is the fourth largest municipality in Lake County (19,563). It is also the seat of Lake County government. For more information about the City, visit www.painesville.com.
Painesville is a college-friendly community that features a charming town square with access to restaurants and retail shops.
Additionally, the 75-acre Kiwanis Recreation Park is within walking distance. The City’s Parks and Recreation Department sponsors an extensive year-round schedule of activities for individuals of every age.
Logo Use
The Lake Erie College logo and all other College-owned logos (Stormy, College Seal, etc.) are the property of the College and may not be used on printed materials unless approved by the Office of Public Relations and Marketing. Student groups should not print these items on clothing, giveaway items, posters, etc. without prior approval.
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action
Equal opportunity shall be provided to all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without discrimination based on race, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, age, equal compensation, disability or genetic information. The College will adhere to the federal requirements of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 with all its amendments, and the American with Disabilities Act and other applicable state and federal laws. Equal employment opportunity includes, but is not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, demotion and termination.
Lake Erie College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities in harmony with state and federal law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination and access to benefits and training.
Lake Erie College’s Title IX Officer is Kimberly Robare, Associate Vice President for Student
Affairs & Title IX Coordinator. http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/docs/nondisc.html
Photography Statement
In the course of college life and participation in campus classes and activities, the College often has photographers taking photos of events, activities and daily life. These photos may be used for College promotion in advertising, printed collateral, website and other outlets. Students will not be compensated if their image is used for the promotion of the College. The Office of Public Relations and Marketing assumes permission for photography from all students unless instructed otherwise by an individual.
Co-Curricular Engagement
Co-Curricular Life
The co-curricular aspects of college life are an integral part of a liberal arts education. The experiences which occur outside of the formal classroom setting provide valuable opportunities for social, emotional and intellectual growth. Lake Erie College provides a broad range of co-curricular activities and services designed to appeal to a variety of academic and personal interests. These resources and services are available to all Lake Erie College students.
Clubs and Organizations
Lake Erie College students are involved in a number of student organizations. Through these organizations, students are able to enrich their college experience and develop useful skills while getting involved on campus. Joining a student organization is a great way to meet other students and pursue common interests outside of the classroom. To find out more about membership in Lake Erie College student organizations or to start a new club, contact the Student Experience Suite.
Student Government Association
The Student Government Association (SGA) is the student governing body on campus. Through SGA, all other student clubs and organizations receive formal recognition and support. As one of the most active and dynamic groups on campus, SGA is responsible for monitoring the activities of its component groups as outlined in the SGA constitution. Elected representatives attend regular meetings. All students are members of SGA and are invited to attend SGA regular meetings. Meetings occur biweekly and the schedule is posted in the Student Experience Suite at the beginning of each semester. Business casual dress is suggested when attending meetings.
Campus Activities Board
The Campus Activities Board (CAB) is a student-run organization that plans activities on and off campus. SAC membership is open to all Lake Erie College students. Becoming involved with SAC is a great way to meet other students and plan fun and interesting activities. CAB provides weekly entertainment through game shows, casino nights, free movie tickets, karaoke, concerts, comedians, hypnotists and various other events.
Cleveland Culture
The cultural riches of Cleveland also include its museums. The Cleveland Museum of Art, the Cleveland Museum of Natural History, the Great Lakes Science Center, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and the Western Reserve Historical Society are all easily accessible to Lake Erie College students.
Intramurals
A variety of intramural sport offerings are posted throughout the academic year. Typically, competition is available in volleyball, basketball, dodgeball and indoor soccer, as well as other sports.
Recreation
Use of the Osborne Center for fitness and recreation is offered to current students, during posted days and hours, with a valid Lake Erie College ID. Lockers and locker room facilities are available on a daily-use basis. Users must supply their own towels and a way to secure their belongings, if unattended. Personal items are not to be left in a locker room overnight, even if secured in a locker
Religious Services
Lake Erie College is a nonsectarian liberal arts college and has no formal affiliation with any religious group or denomination. A number of religious groups are well represented in Painesville and the surrounding area. Many of the local churches are within walking distance from the campus. Other religious communities are represented in nearby communities and all welcome students.
Athletics
Facilities
The Jerome T. Osborne Family Athletic & Wellness Center, originally opened as the Athletic & Wellness Center in August of 2004, is the central hub on campus for Lake Erie College athletics. The Osborne Center houses the Administrative Suite of offices for the Department of Athletics and multiple coach office. The Osborne Center hosts NCAA contests for basketball, volleyball and wrestling in its 750-seat arena. The building also houses a multi-purpose gymnasium which hosts various NCAA practices, intramurals and recreation. A suspended indoor jogging track encircling the multi-purpose gym and a fully-equipped fitness center on the upper level complete the major components of the building. Outdoors, teams practice and sometimes compete on campus at Slattery Field.
Downtown Painesville’s Kiwanis Recreation Park hosts several teams. Jack Britt Memorial Stadium hosts Storm football and soccer in the fall and lacrosse in the spring. It also serves as the outdoor practice home of the track and field teams. The softball team also plays its home games at Rec Park on Diamond 9.
The baseball team plays at Classic Park in Eastlake. Classic Park is also the home of the Lake County Captains, the class A affiliate of the Cleveland Indians. The track and field program utilizes an off-campus facility -Spire Institute for Indoor Training.
On the southwest end of campus, Ritchie Athletic Training Center houses the 4,700-square foot NCAA weight room, administration offices and coach offices for multiple sports. The Zappitelli Family Wrestling Complex is home to Storm wrestling offices and a practice room. The men’s and women’s soccer programs and the softball program also have offices in this complex.
NCAA Teams
Lake Erie offers 19 NCAA sports, ten for men and nine for women. In the fall, the football, men’s and women’s soccer, women’s volleyball, and men’s and women’s cross country teams compete. The men’s and women’s basketball, men’s and women’s indoor track & field, and wrestling teams compete in the winter. The baseball, softball, men’s and women’s lacrosse, men’s and women’s outdoor track & field and men’s and women’s golf teams compete in the spring.
General admission to ticketed, regular season, on-campus events is free for current students with their Storm Card. Lake Erie’s teams compete at the NCAA Division II level. The institution is a proud member of the Great Midwest Athletic Conference (G MAC) for all sports.
Nickname and Colors
Lake Erie teams are called the Storm. The name was selected as the result of a contest, which took place when the institution became fully coeducational in the late 1980s. Previously, Lake Erie’s teams were known as the Unicorns. The official team colors for all Storm teams are green and white, with black and silver as trim/accent colors. Branding, image and logo guidelines can be found on the department’s website (see below). Unauthorized use of logos and colors is prohibited.
Athletic Website
The home of Lake Erie Athletics online is www.LakeErieStorm.com. The site features news and information on all 19 teams, blogs, videos, live broadcasts and more. There is information for current and future student-athletes, parents, fans and visitors. In addition, fans and students can follow the Storm on a variety of social networking sites like Twitter (@LakeErieStorm), Facebook (search Lake Erie College Athletics), and YouTube (lakeeriestorm).
G-MAC Digital Network
The G-MAC Digital Network streams the majority of home and away Storm contests throughout the year. This channel is available via smart TV or streamed on our website.
George M. Humphrey Equestrian Center
The George M. Humphrey Equestrian Center campus is located 5 miles from the main Painesville campus of Lake Erie College. This 86 acre campus is home to the George M. Humphrey Learning Center, the Rheinberger Equestrian Work Center School Barn, Boarder Barn, three indoor arenas, an outdoor lighted limestone arena and hunt field, and equestrian paddocks. The Equestrian Center houses the programs of the School of Equine Studies, and is home to approximately 50 school-owned horses used in riding classes, academic classes and team practices. A beautiful modern lobby invites students and visitors into our 250 foot by 100 foot main riding arena, joined with a 70 foot by 120 foot warm up ring. Spectator seating for 500 lines both sides of the main arena. Three large classrooms adjoin the lobby. The new “Inspiration Arena” was completed in 2020. This new indoor arena offers and additional 248 x 80 feet of indoor riding space.
Lake Erie College offers three intercollegiate riding teams which students in any major may try out for each semester:
- The Intercollegiate Horse Show Association Hunt Seat Team
- The Intercollegiate Horse Show Association Western Team
- The Intercollegiate Dressage Association Team
Lake Erie College is a Higher Education Member of the Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship, International (PATH, Intl.) and the Lake Erie College Therapeutic Riding Center is a Premier Accredited Center Member of PATH, Intl.
Accommodations for Students with Disabilities
Lake Erie College does not discriminate in its recruitment, admission or treatment of students. The College makes reasonable accommodations to ensure that the academic program is accessible to the greatest extent possible by all students with disabilities. In particular, the College adheres to the provisions of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act of 1974.
It is the policy of the College to make services available to any student who, through a recent assessment, can provide documentation of a disability. Students, however, must meet all eligibility requirements to be admitted.
Students requesting accommodations must provide the College with official documentation of any disability, from a medical doctor, psychiatrist, psychologist or other qualified professional. For specific learning disabilities, this should include a copy of the multi-factored evaluation, and a copy of the student’s most recent individualized education plan (IEP).
The documentation must be no more than three years old, if the student was tested before age 21 and within a five year period in the case of adults tested after age 21. Documentation must contain the date of assessment and the diagnosis. It must list the assessment tools utilized describe the functional limitations of the disability and support the need for specific accommodations. The documentation must include relevant recommendations regarding the curriculum, as well as testing considerations. No accommodation will be assured until the appropriate documentation is on file. Lake Erie College reserves the right to require that a student provide more complete and/or updated documentation at any time. All records are confidential.
It is the responsibility of students with disabilities to seek available assistance at the College and to make their needs known to the Director of the Student Success Center. The student must meet with the Director upon admission to the College or when a disability becomes known to discuss any special needs. All assistance/accommodations are coordinated through the Director of the Student Success Center.
Accommodations are reviewed each semester by the Director, and the student, as well as consultants in the area in which the disability occurs, if necessary. While Lake Erie College will provide reasonable accommodations, academic success is the student’s responsibility. Instructors will be expected to assist with the provision of accommodations when reasonable and necessary. Instructors are not expected to compromise essential elements of the course or evaluation standards. Some of the accommodations which may be available to students with documented disabilities include peer tutoring, additional time for testing, testing in a distraction-free environment, small study groups, peer editing, time-management and organization assistance, and personal coaching for success. For further information contact the Director of the Student Success Center at 440.375.7372.
Health and Wellness Resources
The Lake Erie College Student Success Center offers a wide range of referrals to a wide range of local health and wellness providers. A list of local medical providers close to the Lake Erie College campus is available on the college website. Social and academic counseling, academic support and monitoring, as well as referrals for dental assistance and psychiatric services are available on campus through the Student Success Center.
Residential students are strongly encouraged to make the Student Success Center staff aware of all on-going health and wellness issues as well as any medications prescribed and taken regularly. The staff is happy to collaborate with your current healthcare and/or counseling provider to assist you in locating a local provider near the Lake Erie College campus. Confidentiality will be maintained at all times and students, while not required, will have the opportunity to sign release forms for collaboration with parents, personal healthcare and counseling providers to assure the highest level of the continuity of care while at Lake Erie College.
All residential students, student athletes, equestrian students and international students are required to provide proof that they are covered by a health insurance plan.
The TriPoint Medical Center and University Hospitals of Cleveland are available to treat any student upon request. Students under the age of 18 must have an authorization on file in the Student Success Center should the need for emergency treatment arise.
Career Development and Experiential Learning
The Office of Career Development and Experiential Learning empowers students to build bridges to their future careers by providing resources, programs and services that enable students to translate their academic and co-curricular experiences to the world of work in a diverse global environment. Services include personalized career coaching as well as workshops touching on topics such as: resume writing, networking, LinkedIn, internships, interview and job search techniques, preparing for graduate or professional school. Career events such as panel sessions and Career fairs gives students the opportunity to engage directly with employers and alumni.
Lake Erie College students have a lifelong career support guarantee and are encouraged to access our services as alumni. More information on all of the services and programs available through Career Services can be found at www.lec.edu/career-development- and-experiential-learning
Residence Life
Life in the residence halls is a living learning experience. It is in this environment that students have the opportunity to form a sense of community, to meet people of varied backgrounds and to make lasting friendships. The residential community consists of four halls and a number of apartment complexes close to the campus. All students share some common facilities, including kitchen, laundry, bathrooms and lounge areas. In the halls, Residence Directors serve as advisors, counselors and administrators of the hall. Student Resident Assistants work with the Residence Directors to maintain a healthy living/ learning environment.
Residence hall living requires each resident to assume certain group and individual responsibilities. Each student is expected to attend hall meetings, support activities, care for personal and College property, abide by College and hall policies and show respect for the rights and property of other residents.
Students who are under the age of 22 years, below 64 credits and whose established residence is outside a 25-mile radius of the College are required to reside on campus. Exceptions are made for those students who are married. Students wishing to petition for an exemption to the residency requirement who intend to reside with a close adult relative must provide a written request from their parent or guardian to the Student Life Office. Students reaching the age of 23 years by August 15 prior to the start of the fall semester can be granted residency status on a space-available basis after all students whose on-campus residence is required have been accommodated.
All resident students are required to participate in one of the College meal plans.
Orientation
In order to help new students familiarize themselves with life at Lake Erie College and to acquaint them with the campus, its facilities, services and staff, as well as the rigors of college life, the College conducts a mandatory New Student Orientation prior to the start of classes. The programs touch on every aspect of the College, both curricular and co-curricular, of interest and concern to new students and their families.
Student Vehicles & Parking on Campus
Vehicle Registration
All vehicles on campus and in College-leased apartment areas are required to be registered with Security within the first week of the semester of the current school calendar year. A permit decal, for current academic calendar year, will be issued and must be displayed on the vehicle at all times. There is no charge for the first permit; however, there is a $5.00 charge for each additional or replacement permit. Your personal information, vehicle year, make, model, color and the license plate number of the vehicle are needed to register a vehicle.
The College is not responsible for lost or stolen items or damage to vehicles parked on campus. Vehicle owners are required to have adequate insurance as required by State Law. Campus Security recommends every student have an extra set of keys available in case keys are locked inside of the vehicle. Security may not be able to assist with unlocking the vehicle. Painesville police are not able to assist with vehicle lockouts. Students should refer to the Security tab of the Lake Erie College web page (www.lec.edu), or the bulletin board located outside of the Security Office for information concerning Rules and Regulations for parking on campus.
Citations and Towing
Parking on the grass, in a fire lane, on the sidewalk, blocking a dumpster, parking in a reserved space or with unpaid parking tickets may result in a vehicle being towed from campus at the owner’s expense or having a boot applied making it impossible to operate the vehicle until the violation is addressed with Security and a boot fee is paid. This also includes the gravel or grass areas located along the residential drives. Lake Erie College parking rules also apply to College-leased apartment areas; Session Hall and Founder’s Court. Driveways in front of the residence halls are fire lanes and should not be treated as parking areas. “No Parking Fire Lane” signs have been posted at Founder’s Court. Painesville Police and Fire are issuing $50.00 tickets for the violation. These tickets are not issued by Lake Erie College and the college does not control fines and cost for the violations. Vehicles left in campus parking lots and College- leased apartment areas that are considered abandoned will be towed at the owner’s expense. Fines for City issued parking tickets must be paid at the Painesville Police Department or Painesville Municipal Court. Fines apply to Security issued parking tickets. Repeat violations, during the current academic calendar year, will result in an increased fine. Parking fines are $10.00 for the first violation, $25.00 for the second violation and $50.00 for the third and each subsequent parking violation. Fines are automatically billed to the student’s account and can be paid at the Accounting window in College Hall.
Guest Parking
Guests of residential students must register their vehicle with Security to obtain a temporary guest registration permit that is displayed. Applications for the guest registration tag are obtained from the Student Life office or Security. Overnight guests will receive instructions from the security officer, who issues the temporary guest tag, concerning where they must park their vehicle.
Safety and Security
Security of the Lake Erie College campus and all who live and work here is the responsibility of every member of the College community. A conscious effort must be made by each student, faculty and staff member to ensure the safety and well-being of persons and property. Anyone observing a suspicious person or act should report the situation immediately to Security at 440.375.7575; or the Painesville Police Department at 911 for emergencies or an administrator, staff or faculty member. Security maintains a lost and found department, as well as providing an escort service to all members of the College community traveling between buildings or to the parking lots after sunset. Escort service is obtained by calling Security at 440.375.7575.
Library
Reference Service
Please consider a librarian your best resource for doing research and don’t hesitate to ask for assistance when you need it. Make an appointment for in-depth assistance on research projects or for individual training in using the library’s resources. The librarians are committed to helping students find what they need to succeed!
Library Website
The library’s website is tailored to meet student needs. It provides access to the online catalog, research databases, reference, library hours and information, and provides many links to other subject-specific web sites. The site is updated continuously and should be your starting point for research.
- StormSEARCH lets you search the library’s research databases as well as combined collections of our library and the other OhioLINK libraries (over 50 million items!) all at once, and uses Google-like algorithms to show the most promising results first
- The Research Guides on this site show you how to access specialized resources for your research
- Choose the About the Library link for information about our reference and library hours, loaning policies, special collections, and facilities
Collections
The library’s book collection is designed to support your research and study needs. Our collection of print resources will help you dig into your coursework or learn about specific disciplines. There are also video and CD collections on the library’s lower level. Just ask at the desk if you would like a tour or help locating something!
Educational Media Center
This special collection, located on the library’s lower level, serves the needs of teacher education students. It has a K-9 textbook collection and materials for curriculum development (educational games, activity books, juvenile books, etc.). The librarians can assist you in using this collection.
Checking Out Materials
Library accounts are automatically established for current LEC students at the beginning of each semester. To check out materials, just provide your name and show identification at the circulation desk.
Borrowing Policy
Circulating items include books from the main collection, DVDs, CDs, and Educational Media Center materials that may be checked out from the library. Books from the Reference and Law collections do not circulate. Please see the library’s website for more details.
Reserve Materials
Instructors often put materials on reserve at the library. These items are kept at the circulation desk under the instructor’s name and may be checked out for use in the library.
This building has recently been renovated to serve as our campus center for doing intellectual work, and provides:
- Spaces for individual and group study/socializing
- Distance Learning Classroom/PC lab
- Visual Communications & Graphic Design Lab
- Academic Learning Center and Writing Center for support for all courses and assistance with papers
- The Lincoln Lounge, which offers an array of quick food and drink choices (cash, card and Storm Dollars accepted)
For more information please consult the Library website: www.lec.edu/library Follow us on Twitter, https://twitter.com/LibraryLincoln
“Fun Reading” Book Shelves
We are keeping some shelves at the entrance for bookworms who need a break from study or for anyone wanting to up their leisure reading. Stop by and browse and take as you like! Have a book you’re finished with and have no space to keep it? Drop it on the shelf and share the wealth. Our fun-reading bookshelves are for free and open exchange. Anyone can take or contribute as he or she wishes!
Library Hours
Sunday 1 p.m. - 12 a.m.
Monday-Thursday 7:30 a.m. - 12 a.m.
Friday 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Saturday 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Please check on the library website for more information and updates in terms of service and hours, www.lec.edu/library.
Also, please follow us on Twitter for updates and events, https://twitter.com/LibraryLincoln.
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