The 396-acre campus of UVA Wise is situated on a plateau just outside the Town of Wise, Virginia. Older buildings of native cut Gladeville sandstone flank the modern, well-equipped buildings that form the core of campus.
Alumni Hall
Alumni Hall, owned by the Alumni Association, has been completely remodeled and wired for the campus network. The facility houses the Office of Alumni Relations and a large meeting room used for dinners, receptions, and professional meetings by the College and community.
Athletic Facilities
The Fred B. Greear Gymnasium contains a basketball court, training/conditioning facilities, and offices for the intercollegiate athletics programs. Used as an auditorium, it can accommodate 500 spectators in comfortable, theatre-style seating. The facility is named for the Wise County attorney who was influential in the founding of the College. Adjacent to the gymnasium is a junior Olympic-sized indoor swimming pool. Other facilities include Carl Smith Stadium (football and lacrosse), Humphreys-Thomas Field House, Humphreys Tennis Complex, Stallard Field (baseball), and the softball field. The David J. Prior Convocation Center, adjacent to Smith Stadium, provides indoor seating for 3,000 for basketball and volleyball and 3,700 for concerts.
Bowers-Sturgill Hall
Bowers-Sturgill Hall, one of the College’s two original buildings and a former women’s residence hall, was extensively renovated as the result of generous gifts from Hurshel Bowers and William J. Sturgill. The facility, formerly known as Martha Randolph Hall, now houses offices for the Chancellor, Vice Chancellor for Development and College Relations, and Associate Vice Chancellor for Economic Development and Engagement.
Cantrell Hall
Cantrell Hall is named for longtime Southwest Virginia legislator Orby Cantrell. The facility houses Campus Police, the Cantrell Banquet Hall, the ROTC program, the Health Wise Clinic, The Counseling Center, the Division of Student Affairs (Office of the Dean of Students, Greek Life, Student Organizations), Housing & Residence Life, Student Conduct, and VCSA) and the Office of Advocacy and Opportunity (Title IX, Threat Assessment, Compliance Programming, and Clery Compliance).
The Chapel of All Faiths
The Chapel of All Faiths is used for a variety of special events, lecture series, conferences, and cultural performances.
Crockett Hall
Constructed in 1924 as part of the Wise County Poor Farm, Crockett Hall was the College’s first classroom and administration building. It later served as a men’s residence hall. An historic renovation of Crockett Hall was completed in 2009 and now houses the offices of Admissions, Cashier, Financial Aid, and Registrar.
The Winston Ely Health and Wellness Center
The wellness center is an 11,000-square-foot facility adjacent to the C. Bascom Slemp Student Center’s existing fitness center. The center houses an exercise area with Selectorized weight and cardiovascular equipment, free weights, multipurpose rooms for group exercise and other activities, racquetball courts, functional fitness workout space, a conference room for individual and group health advising and instruction, and locker rooms. The facility also supports the efforts of the Healthy Appalachia Institute, a partnership between the college and the University of Virginia to promote wellness in the region.
C. Bascom Slemp Student Center
The Slemp Student Center, named for the former U.S. Congressman and personal secretary to President Calvin Coolidge, effectively bridges the upper and lower campus while providing office and meeting areas in the Student Leadership wing for the Student Government Association, Highland Cavalier, Honor Court, Jimson Weed, Student Activities Board, and other student organizations. It also is home to the Bookstore, Post Office, CAVS Card ID office, Chick-fil-A,Gaming Hub, and the offices of Student Activities, Intramurals, Outdoor Recreation, and Conferences & Events. Additionally, it includes Dogwood and Rhododendron Room conference facilities, an Art Gallery, and the Jefferson Lounge.
Lila Vicars Smith House
The official residence of the College’s chancellor is named in memory of Mrs. Lila Vicars Smith, a Wise resident who instilled the value of education in her son, Carl Smith. Since its construction in 1991, Mr. Smith made many generous contributions in memory of his mother for improvements to the chancellor’s residence. The Georgian-style home is the host site for numerous receptions and other special campus events during the academic year.
College Library
The library at The University of Virginia’s College at Wise featuring 68,000 square feet of space over six floors provides students with a lively and inviting place for study, research and recreational reading. When the College is in session, the library is open seven days a week. In addition to print and online holdings, the new building contains a formal reading room, a special collections area, “Smart Group” classrooms, twelve collaborative study rooms, computers for patron use, wireless connectivity, and 24-hour study spaces.
The library hosts the Academic Success Center on the second floor.
The library hosts the Academic Success Center on the second floor. The Academic Success Center at UVA Wise is a dedicated space designed to support students in their academic pursuits and is equipped with the latest technology and resources. The center provides a welcoming and comfortable environment for students to study, collaborate, and succeed. The Writing Center was established and is maintained in a collaborative effort by the Department of Language and Literature and Student Support Services. Students may come to the Center, located on the ground floor of the library, for assistance with any writing project or presentation.
The library also houses the Books & Brew Café, serving beverages and sandwiches daily. The Multicultural Center, which serves to promote inclusion and engagement for historically underrepresented students, is housed on the 3rd floor.
Collections
The library holds a collection of more than 120,270 book volumes; 27,400 volumes of bound periodicals; 66,700 units of microforms; and 2,000 audio-visual media items. The library has access to over 159,700 online books, plus 980 print and 3,000 online subscriptions to magazines and newspapers of scholarly and general interest. The online catalog, available through the library’s homepage provides easy access to the collections. The library engages in many cooperative ventures with The University of Virginia’s libraries. The library is a depository for federal and state documents, with special emphasis on publications related to Southwest Virginia. Many documents and manuscripts pertaining to the region, including the Historical Society of Southwest Virginia Collection and the James Taylor Adams Papers, are housed in Special Collections.
Services
Circulation – Books circulate for three weeks and may be renewed unless another patron has requested them. Students use the campus-wide CAVS card to borrow and renew material. A fee of 10 cents per day per item is charged for overdue materials.
Interlibrary Loan – The library’s collection satisfies most needs, but additional books and journal articles are available through Interlibrary Loan (ILL) at no cost to students and faculty. Through OCLC membership, the library can access library collections throughout the world for needed materials. ILL materials may be requested electronically through the library’s homepage.
Reference Services – Four librarians and other paraprofessional staff are available to assist students with reference questions. Reference service is enhanced with many full text databases, including EbscoHost, JSTOR, Factiva and OVID, available through the library’s homepage. The library also has both on-site and remote access to additional bibliographic and full-text databases.
Bibliographic Instruction – Librarians offer subject specific bibliographic instruction to introduce students to research methods and the databases and print resources available in the library.
Reserve Material – Many faculty place books, articles, and audiovisual materials on reserve for student use. Items are loaned for various periods including 2 hours, 1 day, 3 days, and 7 days. Fines are 25 cents per hour for 2-hour reserve materials and 25 cents per day for other reserve items.
Classrooms and Labs
Classrooms and faculty offices are located in Darden Hall, the Leonard W. Sandridge, Jr. Science Center and Zehmer Hall on the upper level of the campus, and in Smiddy Hall and the Gilliam Center for the Arts on the lower level. Two residence halls, Culbertson Hall and Still Hall, have one classroom each.
Darden Hall
The 35,000 square foot facility is named to honor the Colgate W. Darden family who were instrumental in the founding of the College and continue to be supporters. Darden Hall houses computer and mathematics laboratories, classrooms, the HelpDesk and faculty offices for the Departments of Education and Mathematics and Computer Science.
Gilliam Center for the Arts
The performing arts facility was named in honor of the Gilliam family, who have a long history of supporting the College. Family matriarch Betty J. Gilliam was a professor emeritus of art at UVA Wise. The Gilliam Center brings theater, music, and art together under the same roof. The 14.5 million dollar facility houses a black box theater, art gallery, dance and music rehearsal spaces and art and music studios.
Leonard W. Sandridge Science Center
The Sandridge Science Center, which recently underwent a major addition of chemistry and biology laboratories, houses a lecture hall, a computer laboratory, software engineering laboratory, classrooms, laboratories and offices for the Department of Natural Sciences. The Sandridge Science Center received LEED Platinum Certification from the U.S. Green Building Council.
Don R. Pippin & John C. Wyllie Hall (Pippin-Wyllie)
Don R. Pippin is a 1958 alumnus of then-Clinch Valley College, a 1960 graduate of the University of Virginia, and a 1963 graduate of the University of Virginia School of Law. His service to UVA Wise spans decades. John C. Wyllie, a UVA 1929 alumnus and the longtime UVA curator of Rare Books and Manuscripts at the University Library. At UVA Wise, Wyllie developed the College’s first library which opened in 1969 and was dedicated to Wyllie. Recently renovated, rededicated, and renamed Pippin-Wyllie will house our nursing program and facilitates learning opportunities in the field and enhance healthcare across the Southwest Virginia region. The building houses several classrooms that will be accessible to other disciplines as well.
Smiddy Hall
Named for Chancellor Emeritus Joseph C. Smiddy, Smiddy Hall offers classroom space and offices for the Departments of Business and Economics and Social Sciences. The Offices of the Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs and Institutional Research are also located in Smiddy Hall. The Information Technology wing houses the campus computing operations.
Zehmer Hall
Zehmer Hall is home to the Departments of Communication Studies, History and Philosophy, Language and Literature, and Media Services. Several specialized facilities located in Zehmer Hall include the Language Lab, and the Oral Communications Lab. The Academic Support Center is on the ground floor and students who need academic assistance should take advantage of the three main programs operating in this area:
- TRIO Student Support Services - support for first generation, low-income and students with disabilities
- Disability Services - accommodation services for qualified students with disabilities
- The Tutor Connection - free tutoring services to all students
Writing Center
The Writing Center was established and is maintained in a collaborative effort by the Department of Language and Literature and Student Support Services. Students may come to the Center, located on the ground floor of the library, for assistance with any writing project or presentation. The Center also accepts referrals from faculty members. Tutors are students who are experienced in tutoring for composition classes. The Writing Center contains 20 PCs and Mac computers for use by students during tutoring sessions. Most computers have Microsoft Office and digital media applications.
Computer Facilities
UVA Wise is committed to providing the skills students will need as workers and responsible citizens in the information age. A campus-wide computer network provides students access to the Internet and on-campus network resources. Wired computer network ports may be available in residence hall rooms and there are ports available in many locations on campus. A campus wireless network is also available for use by students, faculty and staff (via CavsNet) as well as visitors to campus (via CavsNet-Open). Attaching a computer to the campus wired network and the CavsNet wireless network requires that certain criteria be met. This information can be found on our website. The College has several departments integrating Internet usage and multimedia into the educational experience. Seven computer labs, all offering Internet access, are available to students.
Business Lab & Psychology Lab (Smiddy Hall)
Supports business and psychology coursework with a network of 30 PC computers. Primary applications include word processing, spreadsheets and database.
Digital Lab (Gilliam Center for the Arts)
Supports the Visual and Performing Arts programs with a network of 16 computers used for graphic design, printmaking, 2-D/3-D design and more.
Language Lab (Zehmer Hall)
Supports language and literature coursework with a network of 15 PC computers. Primary applications are specialized foreign language programs.
Mathematics and Computer Science Labs (Darden Hall)
The Department of Mathematics and Computer Science manages two computer labs with over 50 workstations, five servers, and a 64 node cluster operating on a gigabit backbone. Students have access to both Windows and Linux operating systems, as well as the following resources: Microsoft Office, Mathematica, LabVIEW, Simscript, software development, web development, CD authoring tools, robotics, electronics, color printing and scanning, and CD and DVD-ROM burning. Two wireless access points are also available.
Science Lab (Sandridge Science Center)
Supports science coursework with a network of 15 PC computers. Primary applications are specialized science programs.
Social Sciences Lab (Smiddy Hall)
Five PC computers support students analyzing data with statistical software such as SPSS.
Housing and Residence Life
The goal of the Residence Life program is to support the academic program by providing a living and learning residential environment that is conducive to the growth and development of liberally educated students so they become full participants in a democratic society and the world at large.
The College offers students a variety of on campus living arrangements including double rooms, suites, and apartments. All basic furniture items are provided in each facility and each hall has laundry facilities located within or in an adjacent residential facility. Each unit also has local telephone (excluding Commonwealth Hall) and basic cable TV services included. Each facility is equipped with WIFI Internet access. All residential facilities are tobacco-free.
Residential facilities include Asbury Hall, Culbertson Hall, Henson Hall, Martha Randolph Hall, McCraray Hall, Still Hall, and Thompson Hall.
Students can apply for housing, accept/deny the condition of their room, and seek roommates through the online housing portal available through the student portal. The online portal requires a UVA Wise email address and password and the students will need their UVA Wise student ID number to accept their housing agreement. For questions or problems accessing the student housing portal, please contact the Office of Housing and Residence Life office at 276-328-0214.
Residence Hall Guidelines
In keeping with the policy of The University of Virginia’s College at Wise, housing assignments are made without discrimination by reason of age, citizenship, color, handicap, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, or status as a disabled veteran or veteran of the Vietnam era. The College reserves the right to make additional regulations necessary for the protection of property and for the safety, health, comfort, and convenience of all residents at any time. The Office of Housing & Residence Life staff reserves the right to move students at any point during the year.
The Housing Agreement is a binding agreement between the residents of a campus housing facility and UVA Wise. Unless otherwise stated, the agreement is for one academic year, including fall and spring semesters. All first-year students are required to live in on-campus housing, unless they are permanent residents of Wise County or the city of Norton, are married, or are age 25 or older. Residents and/or Residence Life staff are encouraged to recommend changes to the Housing Agreement. Recommended changes must not be contrary to established College policy and must be approved by the proper authority.
Students should consult the 2022-2023 Guide to Campus Living for policies, procedures and information pertaining to living in the residence halls and life on campus. For more information regarding on-campus housing, visit the Office of Housing & Residence Life.
The occupants and/or Residence Life staff are encouraged to recommend changes to the Housing Agreement. Recommended changes must not be contrary to established College policy and must be approved by the proper authority.
Dining Services
Chartwells, the College’s contracted dining services provider, offers convenient dining options in four campus locations. The Smith Dining Commons, named for long-time benefactor Hunter J. Smith, is a two-level facility on the lower campus that serves as the College’s primary dining space. The upper level houses the main dining hall and provides a variety of all-you-can-eat menu options in a cafeteria-style setting. Build Pizza and Subs offers customizable pizza and subs, salads, snacks and drinks. Located on 1st Level of Smith Dining Commons. Mondos is located in the lower level of Smith dining commons and is the perfect place to get made-to-order subs and wraps. Mondo’s offers multiple breads, meats, cheeses and vegetables to make your sub or wrap exactly how you want it. Chick-Fil-A is located on the 4th Floor of the Slemp Student Center. Stop on by to grab yourself some nuggets, a classic or spicy sandwich, chicken minis, salads and more. The Books & Brew Café in the library proudly serves Starbucks and features several drink items. This location offers snacks as well.
The College offers an unlimited dining plan with 50 premium swipes. Premium swipes may be used in campus retail locations. This plan is required for all freshman students. Second year students and above can choose a second meal plan that includes 175 meal swipes plus $50 bonus dollars for the same meal locations. Three meals per weekday and two on weekends are provided in the Smith Dining Commons. Students can eat in the main dining hall of Smith Dining Commons as often as they wish.
Commuting students, faculty and staff may purchase meal blocks of 25, 50 and 80 for use throughout each semester. Faculty and Staff may also purchase a Faculty & Staff Meal Plan for greater value. These meal blocks provide the flexibility of carrying remaining meals over from week to week throughout the semester. They may be used in Smith Dining Commons, the Slemp Student Center eatery and Papa Joe’s Café. Visit our campus dining page for more information on meal plans and other services and programming offered through Chartwells.
Student Governance
Honor System
UVA Wise adopted an Honor System in 1956 under which all students pledge to cooperate in acting honestly and honorably. The Honor System is administered by an Honor Court, elected each spring by the student body, composed of two representatives from each class. It is the job of the Honor Court to enforce the Honor System and to adjudicate violations. The complete Honor Court Constitution can be found in the Student Handbook. The Honor Court office and conference room are located in the Student Leadership Center on the third floor of the Slemp Student Center.
Conduct System
The Conduct System at The University of Virginia’s College at Wise is designed to support the purpose and mission of the College. The System is intended to be educational rather than punitive. A fundamental premise of the system is that students are expected to act responsibly to ensure that each student has the opportunity to grow intellectually, spiritually, physically, and socially. The Conduct System encourages accountability by emphasizing the inherent relationship between individual choice and its impact.
The Student Handbook and Guide to Living on Campus outline the expectations for student behavior. The procedures of the Conduct System are explained in full in the Student Conduct System.
Student Code of Conduct / Student Conduct Board
The University of Virginia’s College at Wise is a community of scholars in which the ideals of freedom of inquiry, freedom of thought, freedom of expression, and freedom of the individual are sustained. The College is committed to preserving the rights guaranteed to individuals by the Constitution of the United States. The exercise and preservation of these freedoms and rights requires a respect for the rights of all in the academic community to allow everyone to enjoy them to the same extent. Conduct that hinders the educational process, interferes with the community of learning, or infringes the processes of the College or the rights of other members of the College cannot be condoned.
The Conduct System uses a preponderance of the evidence standard to determine responsibility in conduct cases. To fulfill our goals and mission, the College retains the authority to maintain order within the College and exclude those who are disruptive of the educational process. Students enrolling in the College assume an obligation to conduct themselves in a manner that aligns with the College’s function as an educational institution. Students are expected to conduct themselves in a manner that fosters a respectful community, both within the College and elsewhere.
Student conduct that is outside the jurisdiction of the Honor Court but which tends to discredit or injure the College, the Chancellor is authorized by the President of the University of Virginia to provide applicable due process, and upon determination of College policy or code violation to impose an appropriate penalty, up to and including expulsion from the College. The Chancellor has delegated this authority to the Assistant Dean of Students for Conduct & Responsibility and the Student Conduct Board. The College reserves the right to suspend, enforce the withdrawal of, or expel a student who violates the Code of Conduct.
Student Government Association
The UVA Wise Student Government Association furthers the best interests of students, represents the student body in matters affecting student life and affairs of the College, promotes and supervises student organizations and activities, and promotes improvement of community conditions.
The SGA, elected by the student body, consists of an Executive Board (president, vice-president, secretary, treasurer), and a Senate (four senators from each class, an international senator and three at-large senators). The Dean of Students & Chief Housing Officer serves as the advisor to the Student Government Association. All students enrolled for six or more semester hours at UVA Wise are voting members of the Student Government Association (SGA).
Visit the SGA constitution, policy book and list of officers to obtain additional information. The Student Government Association office and the SGA President’s office are located in the Student Leadership Wing on the third floor of the Slemp Student Center.
Athletics
UVA Wise offers every student an opportunity to engage in sports as both a participant and a spectator. UVA Wise is a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division II, and competes in the South Atlantic Conference in all of the following sports:
- Women’s sports: basketball, cross country, golf, lacrosse, softball, tennis, and volleyball.
- Men’s sports: basketball, baseball, cross country, football, golf, and tennis.
Students and employees with a valid Cavs Card ID are admitted without charge to all home athletic events, excluding NCAA tournaments.
Bookstore
Owned and operated by the College, the UVA Wise Bookstore is the official retail outlet for all student needs, and offers the following: new, used, and rental textbooks, as well as study and reference material for campus classes; school, office and computer supplies; a selection of apparel for men, women and kids; graduation items such as Home Ride tickets, Cavalier Connection tickets, diploma frames, class rings and announcements available from UVA Wise Printing Services; gift cards and campus print cards for purchase; convenience items such as drinks, snacks and toiletries; and special order service for items not currently in stock.
The Bookstore accepts cash, personal checks, Visa, Mastercard, Discover, and student charge as forms of payment. Hours of operation during the academic year are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. The Bookstore is closed on weekends, except for select athletic events or other special events. Visit www.uvawisebookstore.com for more details. The Bookstore offers online purchasing as well.
Campus Mail Services
Campus Mail Services, located in the Slemp Student Center, is the depository where students can send and receive personal mail, and where students, faculty and staff may communicate via intercampus mail free of charge for all official business-related intercampus mail. All students may register for a campus mailbox at Campus Mail Services, with residential students given first priority. All correspondence should be addressed as:
Student’s Name
UVA Wise
1 College Avenue # ____
Wise, VA 24293-4412
Please note: Package deliveries for students are only available for pick-up at the Campus Post Office. There are no deliveries to the residence halls.
Career Discovery and Planning
Career Discovery and Planning offers programs, services and information to students and alumni to assist in developing and implementing career goals. Freshmen are encouraged to make an appointment during the first semester to develop a four-year plan for career readiness.
One-on-one career counseling is available to help individuals decide on a major, choose a career, learn job search techniques, and research graduate schools. A variety of workshops are offered each semester on topics such as résumé and cover letter writing, networking, job interview tips, and preparing for life after graduation.
Career Discovery and Planning shares employment and internship opportunities directly with students and faculty, as well as through social media and on Cantrell Hall bulletin boards. The department brings employers and graduate/professional schools to campus throughout the year.
The office of Career Discovery and Planning houses a number of print resources, including preparation materials for tests such as the MCAT, LSAT and GRE, as well as informational brochures for graduate schools throughout the country. Also available to students are two computers and a printer, for research and material preparation.
Cavs Card ID
The CavsCard ID is the official identification card for UVA Wise students, faculty and staff. When asked by any College official, individuals must present their Cavs Card for inspection. Cards are issued in Mail Services on the fourth floor of the Slemp Student Center. There is a $5 fee for a CavsCard, and a $15 fee for any replacement cards. CavsCards are non-transferable.
The CavsCard serves as a library card, athletic pass, meal card, campus vending card, and Slemp Student Center recreation pass. The CavsCard allows students to deposit monies in their account at the Value Port located on the fourth floor of the Slemp Student Center, online through ManageMyID, or at the Cashier’s Office (fees apply to deposits made online or at the Cashier’s Office). Students can use their CavsCard for debit-type purchases in the Bookstore, Post Office, campus dining facilities, and from campus vending and laundry machines. Parents can add funds to their student’s accounts online through the ManageMyID site as well. The CavsCard is also used for the student charge system in the Bookstore.
Collegiate Ministries
Although non-denominational, UVA Wise offers students many opportunities for spiritual growth and development. Collegiate Ministries seeks to provide and assist with the varied religious activities and opportunities available to students at The University of Virginia’s College at Wise. Campus ministers from the Baptist Collegiate Ministries, Catholic Student Ministry, and Wesley Fellowship offer pastoral counseling, friendship, and programming for students of all faiths. The BCM and Wesley have buildings adjacent to campus that are available daily for recreation, study or social opportunities. Churches representing almost every expression of faith are represented in Wise County. Many world religions also are practiced in Southwest Virginia. Contact one of our campus ministers for more information.
The Counseling Center
The emerging adulthood phase of life and the demands of college can be stressful. When dealing with challenging issues, it can be beneficial to talk with a professional to gain a more objective perspective. Free confidential counseling services are provided by a licensed LPC. Services are available to all students (full-time or part-time) weekdays from 8am - 5pm. Individual counseling sessions are available on a wide variety of topics, including, but not limited to: personal growth, stress management, homesickness, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief, substance use, test anxiety, time management and family issues. Group sessions are available based on student need and participation.
A variety of services are also provided to the campus community, include: educational and awareness programs, crisis intervention, employee consultations and referrals for medication evaluation. (Any fees incurred for off-campus treatment are the responsibility of the student and/or the student’s insurance company.)
Greek Life
The Greek Life system at UVA Wise seeks to cultivate a community of excellence among its member fraternities and sororities. Additionally, members seek to positively impact the College community through dedication to philanthropy and member contributions.
The UVA Wise Greek Life system is comprised of national fraternities and sororities that belong to governing councils. All sororities are members of the Panhellenic Council (PHC) and fraternities are members of the Interfraternity Council (IFC). Students interested in Greek Life should visit the Office of the Dean of Students or contact 376-328-0214.
Health Services
The UVA Student and Employee Health Wise Clinic is the first for the University Health System. The clinic is located in Cantrell Hall and includes a nurse practitioner, registered nurse, and a handful of support staff. It houses three examination rooms, a telemedicine room, and several medical staff and support staff offices.
The clinic is open Monday, 8:00am to Friday, 5:00pm. Walk-ins are welcome during normal business hours. Please bring insurance cards to every visit as well as a list of all medications you are taking
All incoming students are required to have a Pre-Entrance Health Form on file prior to registration, including immunization records. All students are also required to provide proof of insurance prior to registration. Information is available regarding various off-campus insurance plans that offer student rates. Students who do not have a Pre-Entrance Health Form on file and proof of insurance will not be allowed to register for classes or access grades. All athletes require a sport physical and the appropriate form can be found in the health packet provided to incoming students.
Intramurals
The University of Virginia’s College at Wise offers students and employees a wide range of recreational opportunities through the Intramurals program. The program boasts more than 3,500 annual participants.
UVA Wise offers one of the best small college intramural programs in the Southeast with facilities that include lighted recreational fields and a softball field. Seasonal and single day events fill the campus calendar with a multitude of traditional and nontraditional sports and table-top competitions including softball, basketball, indoor and outdoor soccer, flag football, arena football, wiffleball, bowling, billiards, wallyball, sand volleyball, frisbee golf, archery tag, fantasy and trivia sports, gaming system tournaments, table tennis, air hockey, racquetball, corn hole, shuffleboard, tennis, among other events. Intramural participants also participate in NIRSA sponsored regional and national tournaments for basketball, flag football and softball.
Outdoor Recreation enhances the educational experience through exposure to programs and activities that promote intellectual, cultural, social, recreational, and personal growth. The Outdoor Recreation program takes advantage of the opportunities afforded by the natural surroundings of the Southwest Virginia mountains. Events include overnight ski trips, camping, white water adventures, kayaking, hiking/picnic trips, zip lining, obstacle races, amusement park trips, skydiving jumps, MLB/NHL/NBA/NFL game trips, and more. The program also has various camping and outdoor equipment available for students to use on their own weekend treks.
Diversity and Inclusion
The Office for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (Odei)
The University of Virginia’s College at Wise is committed to operating with integrity and honor in full compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, as well as fostering an institutional wide culture which understands that diversity, equity, and inclusion are essential to the College’s mission and continued Inclusive Excellence efforts. ODEI is located on the upper level of Cantrell Hall.
- Multicultural Center
ODEI operates the Multicultural Center that aims to promote inclusion and engagement for historically underrepresented students. The Center seeks to cultivate an environment that promotes equal identity empowerment for everyone, provide culturally relevant services, and build an understanding through dialogue.
Please visit the Multicultural Center on the third floor 24/7 side of the Library.
- Programming & Education
ODEI is also committed to providing education and awareness programs and initiatives for the campus community that includes but is not limited to: Title IX, VAWA, Clery, Safety, DEI and protected statuses.
THE MULTI-CULTURAL ALLIANCE (MCA)
MCA open to all students, offers the chance to share knowledge of cultures and traditions with the entire campus community. Trips, dinners and other campus events are only part of MCA’s agenda for enriching the UVA Wise campus environment.
Student Activities
The Office of Student Activities enhances the educational experience through exposure to programs and activities that promote intellectual, cultural, social, and personal growth.
Through Student Activities, the student-led Student Activities Board (SAB) plans, promotes, and implements a variety of programs designed to meet the needs of a diverse student body through both contracted and ‘home-grown’ events. Weekly SAB meetings are open to all students.
More than 11,000 annual campus participants enjoy comedians, magicians, hypnotists, a movie series, as well as events such as making their own street signs, lip balm, Valentine bears, taco Tuesday and more.
More than fifty clubs and organizations provide students with academic, political, service, Greek, social leadership, and fellowship opportunities. The Student Organization Handbook, annually published online by the Office of Dean of Students, provides students and advisors guidance for establishment of new organizations, management of current organizations, policies and procedures, available campus resources, and a directory of current organizations and their leadership contacts.
Student Handbook
The Student Handbook is the guide to life at UVA Wise and is available in an online only format. It includes the College’s goals, mission, policies, student resource information including student clubs and organizations, student code of conduct, residence hall guidelines, and much more.
Threat Assessment Team
UVA Wise has a Threat Assessment Team to help preserve the safety and security of the campus community in collaboration with other College services and in accordance with requirements outlined in the Code of Virginia (23-9.2:10). The mission of the Threat Assessment Team (TAT) is to assess and to intervene regarding any individual whose behavior may potentially pose a threat to self, others, or the campus community. The team will plan and respond to potential threats or any act of violence in an attempt to prevent a critical incident and to maintain the safety of those involved as well as the safety of the campus community.
All members of the UVA Wise community are responsible for preventing violence and supporting the safety of our campus community. The Threat Assessment Team depends on the referrals of the community - students, faculty, staff, and visitors - to keep UVA Wise a safe and enriching campus for all who live, study, and work here.
Faculty, staff, and students may contact any member of the Threat Assessment Team at any time to report observations of unusual behavior, regardless of whether or not a conduct or behavior violation has occurred. TAT contact information is available online at https://www.uvawise.edu/about/leadership/compliance-inclusion/threat-team.
Always in the event of an emergency or immediate safety concerns, contact Campus Police at 276-328-COPS weekday business hours; 276-328-3756 after hours, non-emergency; or 911 for all emergencies.
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