There are 15 social fraternities, most with residential facilities, and 9 sororities, 10 honor societies and 27 professional recognition societies. The latter include Tau Alpha Phi, Phi Eta Sigma, Tau Beta Pi, Sigma Xi, Alpha Epsilon Lambda, the American Chemical Society, the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics, the Society for Technology, the Society of Women Engineers, and the Society for Advancement of Management, to name a few. There is an active professional society for almost every major field of study offered by the university.
The Student Senate administers a wide range of programs through the Student Activities Council, various honor societies, and the Cabinet for Professional Societies and Cultural Organizations. Some of these activities include chess, lacrosse, the Vector newspaper, the Nucleus yearbook, ham radio, photography, and theater and radio broadcasting. Graduate students also enjoy participating in the NJIT chapter of Pugwash USA and Computer Club 2 (YACC2).
NJIT is within walking distance of the Newark downtown area and the campuses of neighboring universities which, along with NJIT, are located in Newark's University Heights section. Students may take advantage of Newark's nationally renowned museum, library, Symphony Hall, and New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) and may enjoy the city's burgeoning art and jazz scene. In addition, students have easy access to the vast cultural resources of the New York/New Jersey metropolitan area. NJIT is only 20 minutes from midtown and downtown Manhattan, and the city is easy to reach by bus, train or car. A joint Rutgers/NJIT shuttle bus provides regular free commuting service to principal transportation centers.
Parking
Every vehicle parked in NJIT lots must be registered with the Photo Identification and Parking Services Department, and must display a valid parking permit for the semester. Student parking registration must be completed on-line at www.njit.edu/parking and is available to NJIT students who have registered for classes. Upon registering for parking, a separate fee will be charged to your student bursar account and a parking permit will be mailed to the address you choose on-line. Additional information is available on-line, or at the Photo Identification and Parking Services Department located in Laurel Hall Extension, 131 Summit Street, at the corner of Warren and Summit Streets.
Photo ID
All students must carry an NJIT identification card while on campus. An ID card must be presented at the request of a university administrator, faculty member or public safety officer. Facilities, parking, building access, and services of the university require presentation of a valid university ID. Students should obtain an ID card as soon as possible after class registration is completed. Photographs are taken throughout the semester in the Photo Identification and Parking Services Department located in Laurel Hall Extension,131 Summit Street, at the corner of Warren and Summit Streets. Hours are posted at the ID Office. Proof of registration in the form of a tuition or registrar receipt is required. These receipts will also serve as temporary identification until a photo ID card is issued. ID validation stickers are issued each semester and are available at the Photo Identification and Parking Services Department or the Department of Public Safety. Lost or stolen ID cards should be reported as soon as possible to the ID Office. A replacement card is obtained by paying a $25 fee at the bursar office cashier window in the Student Mall and presenting the receipt at the ID Office where a replacement card will be issued. Photo ID cards are not transferable. Cards may not be loaned to anyone for any reason. ID cards are the property of NJIT and must be returned upon request.
Physical Education and Athletics
The Division of Physical Education and Athletics encourages students to develop individual physical skills that can be used throughout life, and provides a variety of programs that will meet the diverse needs and interests of the NJIT community. These include programs of skills instruction, intramural and intercollegiate competition, sports clubs and open recreation. The Estelle and Zoom Fleisher Athletic Center houses a swimming pool; locker rooms; Fleisher fitness center with a 1/16-mile indoor track; an athletic training room; dance, exercise and fencing areas; conference room; four racquet sport courts; and three gymnasia. Lubetkin Field is a multipurpose, lighted recreational area with a regulation soccer field and a jogging track. There are four lighted tennis courts behind the athletic center. Opening hours for recreational areas vary seasonally, but during the semester are typically open from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday, and from noon to 9 p.m. on Sunday. For more specific information, contact the division office in the Physical Education Building at (973) 596-3636. For general information, the phone number for the front desk in (973) 596-5730.
The Campus Center
The final phase of NJIT's $83 million campus construction program has taken shape. This centerpiece is a new four-story student center with an outdoor roof garden with seating, a two-story student lounge and an expanded woman's center. Additional features include a bookstore, a Starbucks and a six-lane bowling alley.
The Campus Center is a place for cultural, educational and social activities for the NJIT community. The Campus Center staff strives to provide students, faculty and staff with a relaxing environment where they can enjoy a meal, study, watch a film, play billiards or a variety of other games, participate in the many activities offered or just socialize with friends. The Offices of Student Activities, Greek Life, Women's Center and Miniversity are located within the building. The center also houses a wide variety of student clubs and organizations including the Student Senate, Graduate Student Association (GSA), Student Activities Council (SAC), university newspaper (Vector), yearbook (Nucleus) and radio station (WJTB). More than 50 student-run cultural, professional, special interest and social clubs and organizations have office space in the Campus Center.
On the lower level of the center is a recreation area with bowling, billiards, table tennis and video games. A variety of tournaments is offered each semester. The main level of the center houses the Food Court, Student Dining Room, Information Desk, Bookstore and offices of the director of the Campus Center, assistant director for Greek Life and the reservation manager. The second floor of the center houses the offices of the Associate Director for student activities, the Women's Center, Miniversity (and for '05/'06, the Dean of Student Services), and several student organizations. The third floor of the center houses the Faculty/Staff Dining Room and the Highlander Club..
The Campus Center Information Desk personnel provide information about the campus, community events and public transportation. The Information Desk also has a university telephone directory, campus maps, discount tickets for Broadway shows, postage stamps and mail service. Two computers are provided for students to check class schedules, grades and registration information. The Campus Center Office also provides fax service for a nominal charge. The phone number for the Information Desk is (973) 596-3605.
Student Services
The dean of student services administers and coordinates the activities of the Student Services Division, including the Campus Center, the Counseling Center, Health Services, Residence Life, the University Learning Center and the University Research Experience. Special services for evening and disabled students are provided. The office also is the liaison for Food Services, The Highlander Cafe and the NJIT Bookstore.
The office is located on the second floor of the Campus Center. The phone number is (973) 596-3466/3470.
The Murray Center for Women in Technology
The Murray Center for Women in Technology provides a hospitable environment for all women at NJIT. Located on the second floor of the Campus Center, the women's center offers a wide range of resources, including a multimedia library, computer workstations and access to a World Wide Web database about women in technology. The center contains space for small group meetings, study, tutoring and research. It provides a forum for women to discuss matters of mutual concern, including issues related to the academic and social environment at NJIT. It sponsors programs and events especially designed to facilitate mentoring and career networking among women. The center also supports research about women and technology and fosters efforts to explore the continued integration of gender into the curriculum. The lounge/study area is open to all members of the NJIT community daily, Monday through Friday.
International Students
The Office of International Students and Faculty offers numerous services and programs to aid students in their adjustment to NJIT. Because immigration regulations frequently change, affecting the status of students, all international students holding non-immigrant visas (especially F and J visas) must attend a mandatory orientation program prior to the beginning of their first semester. F-1 and J-1 undergraduate students must maintain full-time registration (12 credits per semester), except for special cases as defined by immigration regulations. F-1 and J-1 full-time graduate students must maintain full-time registration (9 credits per semester), except for special cases as defined by immigration regulations. Students on dependent visas (such as F-2, J-2 and H-4) should consult with the Office of International Students and Faculty if change in status or full-time study is contemplated. The office is located in Fenster Hall, Room 140. The phone number is (973) 596-2451. Their web address is http://oisf.njit.edu/.
Students with Disabilities
The coordinator of Student Disability Services assists students with disabilities in the NJIT Counseling Center. Assistance services may include: providing general information; counseling; coordinating academic accommodations such as special testing arrangements or adaptive equipment; coordinating the provision of auxiliary services such as note takers, sign language interpreters, readers; and liaison with faculty, staff and other agencies. Services are provided to students with documented disabilities and require meeting with the coordinator, submitting documentation and completing appropriate forms. For further information or to discuss accommodations, please contact the coordinator of student disability services in the Counseling Center. The Counseling Center, located in Student Services, Campbell Hall, is open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday during fall and spring semesters; from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The office is closed on Friday during summer sessions. The phone number is (973) 596-3414. Scheduling an appointment is important to ensure availability and make arrangements for appropriate accessibility.
Immunizations
The State of New Jersey and NJIT require all matriculating students to submit proof of the following:
- Two doses of MMR (measles, mumps and rubella) vaccination given on or after the first birthday. Blood work showing immunity to measles, mumps, and rubella is also acceptable.
- Hepatitis B vaccination, 3 doses, or blood work showing immunity to Hepatitis B.
- For students living in on-campus housing, meningitis vaccination (A,C,Y,W135 types) , 1 dose prior to moving onto campus.
If documentation for any of the vaccines is unavailable, then re-immunization is required. For further information, go to: www.njit.edu/healthservices or call 973-596-3621. Registration will not be allowed for subsequent semesters until all records have been submitted.
Health Insurance
The State of New Jersey and NJIT require all students enrolled full-time and all international students to maintain health insurance coverage that provides basic hospital and medical benefits. Coverage must be maintained throughout the student's enrollment. Insurance may be provided by the student or may be purchased through the university. Students may waive participation in the NJIT plan for the full academic year.
To waive the insurance, the student must go on-line to http://www.njit.edu/insurancewaiver to complete the on-line waiver form within the 30 day enrollment period at the beginning of the semester. Insurance brochures are available in the Health Services and also on-line at http://www.studentplanscenter.com. International students with J-1 visa status must be covered by an insurance package at all times as specified by the US Department of State, which generally exceeds NJIT's plan coverage. Further information about required coverage and/or enrollment can be obtained from the Office of International Students and Faculty. Part-time students also may purchase health insurance through NJIT within the 30-day enrollment period at the beginning of the semester. Insurance also may be purchased for dependents.
US citizens and permanent residents who are full-time by virtue of their carrying 12 or more credits (9 for graduate students) and all international students, carrying 3 or more credits are automatically billed for insurance in the NJIT plan. US citizens and permanent residents carrying less than 9 credits and international students carrying less than 3 credits are not automatically billed for the NJIT plan. US citizens and permanent residents who have been certified as full-time with less than 12 credits, even if on financial support, are not automatically billed and should take immediate steps to assure that they have continuous health insurance coverage either through the NJIT plan or through separate insurance. International students with less then 3 credits, whether certified full-time or not, should also take immediate steps to assure continuous health insurance coverage. Students on support should verify whether or not the support includes the cost of Health Insurance. Some support packages include this coverage and some do not particularly support packages that cannot support student fees.
Health Services
To function well in a college setting, a student must be physically healthy. To ensure the good health of our students, Health Services provides primary health care to enrolled students who have submitted a complete medical examination form. Services offered to eligible students include the assessment and treatment of health problems and injuries, laboratory tests, health counseling and education. Referrals are made to specialists, area hospitals and diagnostic sites when necessary. The office also coordinates mandatory immunization requirements (see above). The office, located in the Estelle and Zoom Athletic Center, is open 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday during the fall and spring semesters. Summer hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Thursday. The physician is available by appointment during the academic year. Walk-ins will be seen based on urgency of medical illness and time availability. For further information go to: www.njit.edu/healthservices.
Child Care Center
The NJIT child care center, currently operated by Sarah Ward Nursery, is located on the first floor of NJIT's Enterprise Development Center II building, 105 Lock Street. The center is available to children of NJIT employees and students, employees of tenants in the university's incubator program and residents in the neighboring community. The center is licensed by the State of New Jersey.
The center is for children age 6 weeks to 5 years. Programs and activities are divided into levels for infant, young toddler, toddler, young preschooler and preschooler. Developmentally appropriate activities for each age group include hands-on pre- math, science, language and reading activities. An after-school program is also offered to children ages 5 through 13.
The center operates year-round, 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, excluding university holidays. For further information, call Sarah Ward Nursery at (973) 645-0442.
Counseling Center
The Counseling Center, staffed by experienced psychologists and professional counselors, provides services for students seeking psychological, academic and substance abuse counseling. In addition to the professional counseling staff, a psychiatrist is available for consultation as needed. The Counseling Center also offers workshops on different topics, maintains a library of career and graduate school information, coordinates services for students with disabilities and administers supportive testing. Students are welcome to come in and browse through the informational materials or call for an appointment with a counselor. Office hours are scheduled so that services are also accessible to adult evening students.The Counseling Center is open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday during fall and spring semesters; from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Counseling Center offers professional counseling to adult students facing stress from academic, personal, family or employment responsibilities. Counseling services are confidential, with limited exceptions. Call us at (973) 596-3414 for an appointment. The center is located in Student Services, Campbell Hall.
Stop-In Center
The Stop-In Center, staffed by trained student peers, provides on-the-spot information and assistance about all aspects of college life. Peer counselors are prepared to talk with fellow students about a wide range of questions or concerns - academic or personal - as well as provide relevant information. If they are unable to resolve a problem directly, they refer students to the person or office that can. No appointment is necessary and students are invited to stop by and become familiar with the staff and services available. The phone number is (973) 596-3422 and the Stop-In Center is open weekdays during the fall and spring semesters.
Evening Students
Office of the Dean of Student Services staff members are available until 5:45 p.m., Tuesday through Thursday, to provide advisement and needed information to evening students. The Counseling Center is open to evening students until 6 p.m., Monday through Thursday and until 5 p.m. Friday during fall and spring semesters, offering confidential professional counseling to adult students who face stress from academic, personal or employment responsibilities. Many other offices, including the Registrar's Office, remain open after regular hours to assist students taking evening courses. Students should contact individual offices to determine availability.The Campus Center features weekly films and activities in the evening. All forums are held in the evening to allow evening students' participation.
Division of Career Development Services
The Division of Career development Services (CDS) is responsible for planning and advising, cooperative education and internships, community and public services, and alumni career services. Students may utilize these services by calling CDS at (973) 596-3100, by emailing a career counselor responsible for your discipline (listed on www.njit.edu/cds under Contact Us) or by stopping by to set up an appointment.
CDS offers students a broad range of career planning services. Included are career advising, career development workshops led by staff and industry representatives, career fairs, access to the Career Resource Center (both in Campbell Hall, 4th floor and online at www.njit.edu/cds under Career Resource Center), career counseling, experiential education through cooperative education, on-campus recruitment by a wide range of prospective employers and access to job postings at www.njit.edu/cds under CDS online.
The office is open Mondays through Fridays, 8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. during the school year, with a rotating schedule from 4:30 p.m.-6:00 p.m. in the Student Center. (Summer hours are 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays).
Community and Public Service
See the Academic Programs section in this catalog for more information.
Cooperative Education and Internships
See the Academic Programs section in this catalog for more information.
Career Planning and Placement
The Division of Career Development Services offers students a broad range of career investigation and preparation services. Included are career advising, career development workshops led by staff and industry representatives, job fairs, access to the Career Resource Center, career counseling, and on-campus recruitment by a wide range of prospective employers. Access to information is provided on site and remotely through the CDS Online Internet service. In addition, the office maintains full-time job listings. SIGI+, a computerized career assessment instrument, and company information are located in the Career Resource Center. The center is open Monday through Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Fridays, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
For more information, contact the Division of Career Development Services, (973) 596-3100 or www.njit.edu/CDS.
Student Employment
The Office of Student Employment offers services and programs to help NJIT students earn money to finance college expenses and acquire practical work experiences through part-time and summer employment. Opportunities are provided for on-campus and off-campus employment for eligible students in all academic disciplines. Through the student employee training and development service, students are helped to succeed on the job. Students may participate in the following programs.
Federal Work Study (FWS)
Students who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents and have received a FWS allocation as a part of their Financial Aid award are eligible to participate. Students may earn up to the amount specified on the award letter from the Financial Aid Office. FWS jobs are available both on- and off-campus.
University Work Study (UWS)
UWS provides on-campus employment opportunities for NJIT students not eligible for the FWS program. Students must be enrolled full- or half-time, accepted into a degree-granting academic program and attending classes to apply for UWS jobs. Eligible international students must also have on-campus employment clearance from the Office of International Students and Faculty.
Grant/Contract Hourly Employment
NJIT's faculty and staff are often awarded grants or contracts from governmental agencies, foundations or private corporations to conduct research projects or special programs. Eligible NJIT students may be hired for on-campus jobs funded by these grants or contracts. Students should contact their academic departments and/or professors about available positions.
Job Location and Development Services (JLDS)
JLDS provides assistance for any NJIT student seeking part-time or summer employment off-campus. Private and public employers in the New Jersey/New York area send numerous job announcements daily to NJIT. Students may view job postings in the Career Resource Center or access the part-time job listings on the Internet via CDS Online. Also, a six-week Summer Job Search Club is offered each spring semester to help students find off-campus summer jobs related to their academic major.
For additional information, contact the Division of Career Development Services, (973) 596-6590.
