Traditional Chapels will be conducted virtually in the first semester on Tuesdays from 10:30-11:20am.  Sessions (small groups) will happen on Thursdays from 10:30-11:20am.  Students will be permitted to enter these virtual gatherings for up to ten minutes into the start time (after that the virtual event will be closed).  Attendance will be logged via a link provided by the Campus Ministries team during the gathering.  There are 30 standard opportunities for students to engage in our unique community gatherings.  Students may also attend in-person 4 live meditative-worship events planned  (Uphill & Unplugged) .  Capacity will be determined based on what is allowed at the time of scheduling.  Students may also receive “faith credit” for having a 1-on-1 conference (live or virtual) with the Campus Pastor (or a representative).  All total, there are 35 opportunities to receive faith-credits in the fall semester.

Warner Pacific University will keep the community updated through our COVID-19 dashboard. WPU will maintain this page to inform the community on the number of confirmed positive COVID-19 cases reported from students, faculty, staff and campus visitors (outside vendors, etc.) who have been known to be on campus.

Any changes to your schedule have the potential to impact financial aid eligibility, so it is always wise to consult with a Financial Aid Counselor before making changes.

When dropping a class, you are advised to complete a drop form with your Academic Advisor, which may help mitigate the impact to your financial aid. A dropped class is a change in enrollment status and can result in a reduction in student aid eligibility.

If you withdraw from school before the end of the semester, you may be expected to repay a portion of your financial aid. According to a formula prescribed by federal regulations, any refundable amount used to pay tuition and fees is returned to the appropriate financial aid sources. Contact your Financial Aid Counselor before withdrawing to understand the process better. If you withdraw from school or enroll less than half-time, be sure to complete Exit Counseling by visiting https://studentaid.gov/exit-counseling/

Service learning and civic engagement opportunities will be provided throughout the Fall semester in both in-person and virtual modalities. Common Day of Service in September will include both virtual/remote learning options and service projects students may complete from any location. Faith and Service requirements remain the same as previous years for all students, with options to complete all requirements from home. All students must end the semester with 25 faith and service credits. Residential students are expected to attend 15 faith experiences (chapel, sessions, uphill and unplugged, Campus Pastor meeting) and complete 10 service hours. Commuters must have a combination of faith and service hours that equal 25, with at least 5 faith hours and 5 service hours.

On-campus dining will be adapted to facilitate social distancing and other safety measures. Seating capacity at the dining hall will be reduced for the Fall semester, online ordering will be available, and most meals will be prepared for take-away without self-service options. Extended hours and expanded pick up locations will help reduce density at any given time.

HEERF funds will be provided directly to the student through direct deposit or check. If you receive a student account refund for your financial aid, the University will use this same information to distribute the HEERF funds. Professional and Graduate Studies (PGS) students should ensure that their address and direct deposit information is up to date on bill.com. Traditional students payments will be processed using the direct deposit information given to the University at initial enrollment. Students without direct deposit information in the university systems will be issued a check to the current mailing address on file. Ensure your address is correct under User Account on MyWP.

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Residential requirements remain in place, but students who have concerns or questions may file for accommodations through the Disability Resource Center or by petitioning for an exception through the Student Life Policy Review Committee. More information can be found through contacting Vanessa Guerrero, WPU’s housing coordinator. If we move to online only classes during the semester, are students eligible for prorated refunds for housing or meal plans?

You can fill out the FAFSA using estimated tax information. Any changes or corrections need to be updated on the FAFSA after your taxes are complete.

Care Oregon
https://www.careoregon.org/about-us/what-we-do
Oregon Health Plan
https://healthcare.oregon.gov/Pages/index.aspx
Washington Health Plan Finder
https://www.wahealthplanfinder.org/us/en/home-page.html

Yes, it is safe. People receiving packages from China are not at risk of contracting the new coronavirus. From previous analysis, we know coronaviruses do not survive long on objects, such as letters or packages.

The first day of academic instruction for Fall 2020 is August 24, 2020 and will conclude on December 15, 2020. The academic calendar for the full academic year (Fall and Spring semesters) can be located online at https://www.warnerpacific.edu/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Academic-Calendar-2020-2021.pdf. This calendar outlines holidays, the finals schedule, commencement and other planned deadlines.

The projected opening date for the Fitness Center and Weight Room is September 1. The area will have new health guidelines and sanitation protocols in place, and only WPU students and staff will be allowed to use the facilities. Updates will be communicated should changes to guidelines be needed. The WPU gymnasium will open in mid-September.

If a student or someone they live with are in an at-risk category and the student needs to access all coursework online, we ask that you would fill out a Request For Fully Online Courses. Not all courses are available fully online. If the request is not approved, we recommend that the student connect with their academic advisor to adjust their course load or explore how the course requirements can be fulfilled in another manner. The request to be “Fully Online” needs to be submitted by the add/drop date (September 4, 2020).

Pell Grant eligibility is determined by need as demonstrated by the Student Aid Index (SAI) from the FAFSA. Eligibility will vary per student and with each FAFSA year based on Federal guidelines. Students are eligible for a maximum of six years’ worth of Pell Grant eligibility.

Regarding loans, per year borrowing depends on your grade level and dependency status. There is a maximum amount you can borrow in your lifetime.

The following represents the limit you may borrow in a combined total of subsidized and unsubsidized loans in your lifetime (known as aggregate loan limits):

• Independent undergraduates = $57,500
• Dependent undergraduates = $31,000
• Graduates = $138,500 (This amount includes loans borrowed during undergraduate work.)

The following represents subsidized and unsubsidized loan limits for independent students per grade level:

• Freshman: Up to $3,500 in subsidized and up to $6,000 in unsubsidized loans
• Sophomore: Up to $4,500 in subsidized and up to $6,000 in unsubsidized loans
• Junior: Up to $5,500 in subsidized and up to $7,000 in unsubsidized loans
• Senior: Up to $5,500 in subsidized and up to $7,000 in unsubsidized loans

Federal regulations allow the lender and guarantor to withhold approximately 1% in loan origination and default fees at the time of disbursement. This may be added to the loan balance but does not count against the loan limits.

For more information regarding federal loans please visit studentaid.gov/loans.

There is a resident assistant on each hall, as well as three resident assistants located in various locations throughout the houses and apartments.

Knights Orientation begins on January 12, 2023 at 9:00AM in Egt. 203. Move in will take place for new residential students on January 11, 2023 from 12:00PM – 4:00PM.

Knights Orientation is required for ALL new students! If you are unable to attend or have questions, please email knightsorientation@warnerpacific.edu.

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Clear Warning Signs of Suicidality:

• Threatening to kill self/others or talking about wanting to hurt self/others
• Seeking access to firearms, pills, etc.
• Talking or writing about death, dying or suicide (especially when the person doesn’t normally do this)

NEVER leave someone alone who is showing suicidal behavior. Call 911 immediately.

If you’re unsure and need support please call:

Multnomah County Crisis Line & Project Respond
503-988-4888
Washington County Crisis Line
503-291-9111
Clackamas County Crisis Line
503-655-8585
Southwest Washington State (including Clark County) Crisis Line
800.626.8137 | TTY 866.835.2755
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
800-273-TALK (8255)

Cascadia Behavioral Healthcare: Urgent Walk-in Services
Open 7 days a week from 7am – 10:30pm
4212 SE Division, Suite 100, Portland, OR 97206;
enter at corner of SE Division and 42nd Ave.
https://www.cascadiabhc.org/urgent-and-emergency-services/

My Friend Needs Help (how to help someone who is dealing with suicidal thoughts)

Mission

The Counseling Center is committed to promoting the academic mission of Warner Pacific University, to prepare students to engage actively in a constantly changing world, by providing a variety of psychological supports that will increase retention and graduation by strengthening students’ ability to tolerate distress, form healthy relationships, and discover healthy expressions of their ideals and values. The Counseling Center also advances the university’s mission by providing educational programming and consultation to the students, faculty, and staff.

Values

Our work is driven by care for the students we serve and a dedication to promoting connection and support among the WPU community.  We recognize that compassion and health for ourselves as staff promotes compassion for our students and our community.

Diversity and Respect

We respect the fundamental rights, dignity, and worth of our students including their rights to privacy, confidentiality, self-determination, autonomy, and connection. In our work, we are aware of cultural, individual, and role differences, including those of age, gender identity, race, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, religion, sexual orientation, disability, language, and socioeconomic status. We strive to identify and reduce the impact of our biases on our work. We work to challenge systemic discriminatory practices in our community.

Equity

We recognize, respect, and attend to the diverse strengths and challenges of our students and our counseling center staff and seek to minimize potential barriers to accessing counseling services and resources.

Integrity

We strive to build and sustain a culture of trust, transparency, and healing in which every person, including students, staff, and faculty, are treated respectfully and ethically.

Innovation

We learn from experience and seek new perspectives that proactively challenge our assumptions and traditions to meet the ever-evolving needs of our students, center, and university community.