Resources for Students and Families

Meeting Students Where They Are

Every member of the Millersville University community is unique. We all share some basic needs; but, as individuals, we will have different paths from orientation to graduation. We encourage you to bookmark this site as a resource - a starting point - for students and their families to learn about and find the resources that can help them make the most of their time at the 'Ville.

Click the link for more information on a hierarchy of collegiate basic needs as defined by the Pennsylvania Department of Education Office of Postsecondary and Higher Education, PA MASLOW

 

 Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs

The members of the Student Affairs team believe in welcoming and communicating well with every student and their family. 

In an effort to recognize each student as a whole person, we feel it is important to provide information and resources that meet students where they are along the journey. The spokes of this wheel outline areas that students and families often have questions about during their time at the 'Ville. We hope this is a useful guide to keep you moving in the right direction, whether you're beginning your studies or are approaching graduation. 

 

Resource Wheel

If you have additional questions, please contact the Office of Student Affairs at student.affairs@millersville.edu or 717-871-5942.

THIS PAGE IS UNDER CONSTRUCTION DURING SUMMER 2024. CHECK BACK OFTEN FOR NEW INFORMATION.

Financial Resources

Safety and Security Resources

  • Student Strategies for Success
    • Make your safety a priority by remaining aware and alert in your surroundings 
    • Before you leave an area, take inventory of your items to save yourself time and money searching for missing items!
    • If you do notice something missing - report it and check the following lost and found locations
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  • Sign up for MU Alert for Emergency Communications

    Sign up for MU Alert

    MU Alert subscribers receive updates on emergencies and weather-related cancellations or delays through text message and/or email. Students and families are encouraged to subscribe to this free resource.

    CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR MU ALERT

     

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  • Parking Information

    The Parking Office at Millersville University is located at Boyer Building, directly behind the library on West Frederick Street. Office hours are Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 

    CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE ABOUT PARKING AT MU

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  • Behavioral Intervention Team

    Millersville University established the Behavioral Intervention Team (BIT) to assist in addressing situations where students, faculty, or staff are displaying distruptive or threatening behaviors that potentially impede their own or others' ability to function successfully or safely.

    In cases where a person may pose an immediate risk of violence to self or others, please call 911.

    CLICK HERE TO LEARN ABOUT OUR BEHAVIORAL INTERVENTION TEAM

     

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  • Family Conversation Starters
    • Encourage your student to be aware of their surroundings and their personal property 
    • Check in with your student regularly - How are they feeling? 
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Belonging and Community Resources

  • Student Strategies for Success
    • Visit Get Involved to learn more about student organizations 
    • Attend EPPIIC Weekend and the Student Involvement Fair (dates) 
    • Take the Route 16 bus downtown and explore Lancaster City
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  • EPPIIC Values

    EPPIIC

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Wellness Resources

  • Student Strategies for Success
    • Visit the Health Services webpage 
    • Learn about the Counseling Services available on and off campus 
    • Talk with your student/family about their health insurance and coverage while at MU 
    • Discuss their prescription medications and over-the-counter options in detail
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  • Family Conversation Starters

    FCS

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Dining Resources

  • Student Strategies for Success
    • Familiarize yourself with the various University Dining locations and options 
    • Meet with our Chef to talk about specific nutritional concerns 
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  • Family Conversation Starters

    FCS

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Student Success Resources

  • Student Strategies for Success
    • Log into your Starfish account  
    • Know your professors' office hours 
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  • Family Conversation Starters

    FCS

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Housing Resources

  • Student Strategies for Success
    • Familiarize yourself with the interactive University Housing webpage 
    • Read the University Housing blogs for new and updated information
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