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The Edward Waters’ National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) is the governing body comprised of Fraternities and Sororities that are members of the National Pan-Hellenic Council. At Edward Waters, we have active chapters of all nine NPHC organizations. The NPHC’s goal is to unite as a single body under the ideals of sisterhood, brotherhood, scholarship and service to the community.

NPHC Organization Sites

Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. – ΑΦΑ
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. – AKA
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. – ΔΣΘ
Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. – KAΨ
Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. – ΩΨΦ
Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. – ΦΒΣ
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. – ΖΦΒ
Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. – ΣΓΡ
Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc. – ΙΦθ

Greek Life FAQs

How do I determine if I want to join a fraternity or sorority? If so, which one will be the best fit for me?

If you believe that life-long membership in an organization can enhance your educational experience by emphasizing intellectual, interpersonal, and social development, then Greek Life may be for you.  All Greek organizations strive for the ideals of brotherhood/sisterhood, a sound education, campus and community service, and social interaction.  In determining the right organization for you, we encourage you to research not only the EWC chapter but also the inter/national organization via their website and other available resources. Look at the motto, mission statement, founding ideals/principles and the philanthropic involvement of the organization to determine if this is the organization to which you can align your life.  

Please note that joining a Greek organization is based on a mutual selection process. Students interested in Greek Life should understand that fraternities and sororities have the privilege of being selective and do not have to admit all applicants who apply for membership in their organizations. 

How can I learn more about each organization?

We encourage you to visit the national/international websites for more information about each organization.  You may also find it helpful to visit the websites of our local chapters.   

Can I join more than one fraternity/sorority?

Students, if selected, may hold membership in (1) fraternity/sorority. Be mindful that life-long membership in a fraternity or sorority requires a considerable commitment of time, use of your talents, and finances to further the organization, its values, and programmatic initiatives.   

How much time is required to be a member?

Participating in any worthwhile activity always requires a significant investment of time to be successful and Greek Life is no different. Along with the ongoing training and development associated with being a member, there are some mandatory commitments for members of the organization that are set well in advance (i.e. weekly meetings, campus/community service projects, program participation, new member education, etc.).  Students that are active and consistently involved are usually the ones most satisfied with their decision to join a Greek organization. 

What are the benefits of membership and how long does membership last?

Membership provides personal and professional development among many other benefits.  Through membership, Greeks have the opportunity to be connected as a part of a local, regional, international or national organization and allow for advancement via leadership positions within the organization and/or the councils. When joining these organizations, please consider that membership in a fraternity/sorority is a lifelong commitment.  You aren’t “buying your friends” nor is it “something to do” while you are in college.  After you graduate members often continue their involvement through local graduate or alumni/alumnae chapters serving as a chapter advisor, officer or committee chair or in a regional/national office. 

What is required to become a member of a fraternity/sorority?

To be eligible for membership, the College requires that a student meet/exceed the following: 
  • Successful completion of at least 24 credit hours at Edward Waters College during the academic semester prior to the intake semester (freshmen and first-semester transfer students are NOT eligible for membership during their 1st year on campus). For those who were enrolled in a cooperative education/intern experience during the fall semester, a letter of verification must be submitted to the Office of Student Activities prior to application for membership to be eligible. 
  • Have achieved a cumulative grade point average of 2.75 or higher prior to membership intake.  The grade point average is standard requirements for membership, but however having a 2.75 does not guarantee a student’s eligibility for the chapter. 
  • Must be an undergraduate student currently enrolled at EWC as a full-time student, being registered for and successfully completing at least 12 credit hours during the academic semester in which intake is being held.  Alumnus of Edward Waters College are ineligible to participate in intake at EWC as they have already been awarded a degree and should seek membership in a Graduate or Alumni/ae Chapter.  Students enrolled at other institutions are ineligible to seek membership through EWC chapters of fraternities and sororities.
  •  Be in good judicial standing with the college per the Office of the Dean of Students and have NO judicial, financial, or academic holds at the time of clearance/s.
  • Must have attended at least one mandatory information session for membership intake offered by Student Activities and Leadership during the academic year they wish to seek membership in a Greek letter organization. 

Is there a cost associated with joining a fraternity or sorority?

Like any other worthwhile endeavor, there is a financial commitment associated with joining a fraternity or sorority.  Most organization’s new member/initiation fees go toward Inter/national dues, chapter operating expenses, initiation costs, and social functions; however, the amount of the financial obligation may differ among individual chapters. Additional costs associated with membership include but are not limited to conference attendance, yearly dues, t-shirts, philanthropic initiatives, and support of other organizational programs. 

Is hazing required to join a fraternity or sorority?

NO, nor should it be!  Fraternities and sororities were founded on strong moral, social, and academic principles.  Hazing or any activity which subjects members to harassment, intimidation, physical exhaustion, or mental distress among other things is contrary to each organization’s founding principles.  All chapters have a new member education program that is designed to teach new members the history, traditions, values, and expectations of their organization. Hazing has no place in these activities and the Office of Student Activities and Leadership works closely with each local chapter and national organization to set/reinforce clear expectations for new member activities. This includes setting reasonable limits on time commitments, activities, and length of programs.

Hazing is against the law, and the College has a zero-tolerance policy concerning such. Rites and traditions vary from chapter to chapter; some are secret, but none should involve abuse of any kind.  If you have concerns that hazing may be occurring, please contact the Office of Student Activities and Leadership and speak with a staff member.  If you would like to anonymously report a hazing incident you can contact Campus Security at 904-470-8888.  

How will my grades be impacted by fraternity/sorority membership?

Academic success is a key component to fraternity and sorority life. All fraternities and sororities at EWC place a value on the academic success of their members. A few of the ways that Greek organizations support the academics of their members is through minimum grade requirements for holding an office and being initiated into the chapter, study halls, along with workshops on study skills, test taking, and time management. 

When can I join?

Membership Intake only occurs during the Fall and/or Spring semester of the academic year.  However, not all Greek organizations participate in intake annually.  Students often attend programs, community service initiatives, and fundraisers throughout the year to learn more about each organization and to indicate interest.  If your fraternity/sorority of choice decides to accept new members, information regarding the formal interest meeting will be displayed in the Office of Student Activities and Leadership. Only those organization’s which have been approved to conduct new member activities will have their flyers approved and posted. 

My parents do not like the idea of Fraternities and Sororities. How can I offer them reassurance?

At some point, most of our chapter members also had to have “the talk” with their families. We encourage you to share the Student Activities Greek Life webpage with them. If your parents have specific questions or concerns, we can help answer them. There are numerous undergraduate leaders, alumni, fraternity/sorority inter/national headquarters staff, College administrators and chapter advisors who are more than willing to share their insights and experiences.  You can contact the Ms. Acquanetta Parrott, Director of Student Activities and Leadership with any questions at a.parrott@ewc.edu or via phone at 904-470-8210.  

When can I join?

Membership Intake only occurs during the Fall and/or Spring semester of the academic year.  However, not all Greek organizations participate in intake annually.  Students often attend programs, community service initiatives, and fundraisers throughout the year to learn more about each organization and to indicate interest.  If your fraternity/sorority of choice decides to accept new members, information regarding the formal interest meeting will be displayed in the Office of Student Activities and Leadership. Only those organization’s which have been approved to conduct new member activities will have their flyers approved and posted. 

When can I join?

Membership Intake only occurs during the Fall and/or Spring semester of the academic year.  However, not all Greek organizations participate in intake annually.  Students often attend programs, community service initiatives, and fundraisers throughout the year to learn more about each organization and to indicate interest.  If your fraternity/sorority of choice decides to accept new members, information regarding the formal interest meeting will be displayed in the Office of Student Activities and Leadership. Only those organization’s which have been approved to conduct new member activities will have their flyers approved and posted. 
Common Terms & Phrases

Common Terms and Phrases  

  • Active Member – an initiated, dues-paying member.
  • Cross/Crossing/Crossed* – a term used to describe the point of the intake process when initiates officially become members.
  • Intake – the official term used for the creation of new members.  This term/process replaced the previous pledging process/activities for those interested in becoming members of Greek letter organizations. The current guidelines and/or activities may include but are not limited to an informational or interest meeting, application process, interview, and a supervised educational process. 
  • “Nalia” – Greek paraphernalia like shirts, license plates, jewelry, or anything with Greek letters on it (socks, keychains, lanyards, etc).  
  • Neophyte* – a newly initiated member. 
  • New Initiate/New Member Presentation –official presentation of new members who were recently accepted into the organization, sometimes also called a “coming out” or revealing.  This is the first time when newly initiated members of each fraternity/sorority are revealed to the rest of campus. 
  • On the Yard – pertaining to a fraternity/sorority’s active status on campus.  
  • Plots –a physical representation of the black Greek letter community on the campus; they range in size and design and traditionally have consisted of a bench and landscaping representing the organization.  
  • Prophyte* –a member who has experienced at least one intake process other than their own as a member of a Greek organization. 
  • Rush– an organization’s formal interest meeting (not all organizations use this term). 
  • Sands* – A word used to acknowledge members of other Greek letter organizations or chapters who were initiated (crossed) during the same semester. 
  • Stroll– an informal form of stepping also known as party hopping. 

Words marked with an asterisk (*) are phrases that are no longer associated with the membership intake process. 

Membership Intake Regulations

Membership Intake Regulations: 

Recruitment activities are designated and allowed during the fall and/or spring semester ONLY for those organizations which have registered and active chapters of the National Pan-Hellenic Council and Greek Lettered Council organizations.  Each chapter must be in good standing with their national organization, the university, Student Activities and their respective council as stipulated in the Student Handbook.  No student may be in a group or organized interest club, pay fees or perform duties or assignments before the membership intake program and a schedule has been submitted by the active chapter and approved by EWC via the Office of Student Activities and Leadership.  

Membership Intake Restrictions: 

All organizations that are eligible to do so may have only ONE intake period during the academic year per the approved and issued schedule from the Office of Student Activities and Leadership. The schedule is for a maximum period to be identified and determined by the Office of Student Activities and Leadership, in conjunction with the national/regional offices of the respective organizations in which to process new members. The approved schedule begins with interest meetings and ends at the point of induction, followed by new member presentations and new member orientation. 

Academic Eligibility: 

To be eligible or considered for membership in fraternities or sororities the college requires that a student meet the following criteria: 

  • Successful completion of at least 24 credit hours at Edward Waters College during the academic semester prior to the intake semester (freshmen and first-semester transfer students are NOT eligible for membership during their 1st year on campus). For those who were enrolled in a cooperative education/intern experience during the fall semester, a letter of verification must be submitted to the Office of Student Activities prior to application for membership to be eligible. 
  • Have achieved a cumulative grade point average of 2.75 or higher prior to membership intake.  The grade point average is standard requirements for membership, but however having a 2.75 does not guarantee a student’s eligibility for the chapter. 
  • Must be an undergraduate student currently enrolled at EWC as a full-time student, being registered for and successfully completing at least 12 credit hours during the academic semester in which intake is being held.  Alumnus of Edward Waters College are ineligible to participate in intake at EWC as they have already been awarded a degree and should seek membership in a Graduate or Alumni/ae Chapter.  Students enrolled at other institutions are ineligible to seek membership through EWC chapters of fraternities and sororities.
     
  •  Be in good judicial standing with the college per the Office of the Dean of Students and have NO judicial, financial, or academic holds at the time of clearance/s. 
  • Must have attended at least one mandatory information session for membership intake offered by Student Activities and Leadership during the academic year they wish to seek membership in a Greek letter organization. 

Elements of the first bullet point (above) may be affected by national organizations, of which EWC chapters are components; therefore, it is the responsibility of the chapter to secure clearance from its regional or national organization. 

Compliance with EWC minimum requirements for application eligibility does not guarantee that a student will be selected or voted on for membership in an organization.  Beyond minimum requirements, organizations have the right to select their members by criteria approved by the national governing body of the organization and accepted by the college as a fair policy. These criteria must be documented in the Office of Student Activities and Leadership.  

Chapter Status Updates

Which fraternities are active on EWC’s campus?  

National Pan-Hellenic Council
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.                    
Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.                  
Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.                        
Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.
Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc.                                                                                              

Which sororities are active on EWC’s campus? 

 National Pan-Hellenic Council
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.                               
Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.  

What is the current status of the fraternity and sorority chapters chartered on EWC’s campus? 

The active organizations are categorized as those that have met the criteria for recognition on EWC’s campus.  Provided below is a grid that indicates the current status of each organization listed above.  Please use the corresponding numbers for clarity. 

Status   Definition   Additional Details  
Good Standing   Organizations in good standing are those that have met the criteria for recognition on EWC’s campus and not under any alternative status due to being out of compliance with or in violation of policies, procedures and guidelines issued by the national/international headquarters, regional or state director, or the university (including but not limited to Office of Student Activities & Leadership (OSAL), or Division of Student Success and Engagement (DSSE) etc.   Organizations in good standing have the privilege of using on-campus facilities, raising funds, sponsoring speakers and public performances, and distributing literature. One of the most important benefits of being a registered or recognized student organization is access to the staff and resources in the Office of Student Activities and Leadership and other areas of Student Success and Engagement for assistance in program planning, risk management, conflict resolution, fundraising, or other issues related to your student organization. 
1 Inactive   It has been determined that the organization has become inactive due to various reasons that include but are not limited to a lack of membership, absentee leadership, absence of the advisor, member apathy, restructuring, etc.  Inactive organizations are those in which the leadership (executive board, officers, or advisor) has notified OSAL that the organization has failed to or was unwilling to do any of the following: maintain membership in the group, elect suitable officers, locate an advisor or submit the required mid-year or end of year reports thus impacting its ability to be active. 
2 Probation   Organizations under probationary status are those who have either fallen out of compliance with the university or their national/international or regional/state office and are currently active but under restrictive sanctions. At EWC probationary status is outlined as either Social Probation or Disciplinary Probation.  2a – Social Probation: Is a time-limited status (usually not more than 1 year but can be extended) where chapters are prohibited from participating in any social activities both on and off campus during the probationary period.  Restrictions include limitations related to access to the plot, the use of paraphernalia, the type and amount of programming permitted, increased community service requirements, and a possible loss of having intake. 

 

2b – Disciplinary Probation: Is a time-limited status (usually no less than 1 year but often longer) where chapters are under severe restrictions during the probationary period. Specific restrictions are customized based on the type and severity of infraction/s, the chapter’s compliance history, as well as the approach for rehabilitation.   However, on average this status prohibits the chapter from doing any of the following: hosting any type of event on or off-campus, wearing paraphernalia, stepping/strolling, accessing the plot or being eligible for intake.  When placed under disciplinary probation, chapters are responsible for increased community service requirements as well as completion of intensive training and development.  

  

If a member is given an opportunity to be pictured in a College marketing publication and or the website, they may not wear organization paraphernalia if the privilege to wear paraphernalia has been removed. 
3 Suspended   Suspended organizations are described as those which have been removed from all campus activities and recognition for a set period of time or indefinitely. The length of time of a suspension is determined and conveyed during the adjudication process.  Suspension terms will depend upon the organization’s violations.  Once an organization’s suspension period has ended, the organization may choose to submit a letter requesting reinstatement (if eligible).  1) No identifiable group assembly anywhere on campus (unless otherwise notified)
2) Prohibition of members wearing paraphernalia on campus during the suspension and prior to the reestablishment of a chapter.  This includes ALL apparel (i.e., clothing, bags, jewelry, key chains).
3) No representation in College marketing. The organization will not be listed in the student organization sections of University marketing, publications, or websites.  If a member is given an opportunity to be pictured in a College marketing publication and or the website, they may not wear organization paraphernalia if the privilege to wear paraphernalia has been removed.
4) Suspension of all College privileges including but not limited to privileges to reserve/use space on campus (including Greek plots).  No off-campus events can be sponsored or co-sponsored by the organization.
5) No participation (as an organization/chapter or member of the group) in Greek Life or other College Wide campus-oriented events.
6) Any other stipulations that may accompany a disciplinary decision. 
4 Defunct   Defunct organizations are those which have failed to submit the annual student organization registration for a full academic year.  Although there may be members still on campus, the lack of annual registration indicates that the organization is no longer in effect or use; not operating or functioning.   
5 Requesting Reinstatement or Newly Chartered   The provisions of reinstatement will depend upon the individual organization’s violations. The specific violations should be noted in the organization’s letter to request reinstatement.  Based on the scenario this process is completely customized based on the status of the organization. Chapters being reinstated will return under disciplinary probation with checkpoints to earn their way back to good standing.  Newly chartered organizations will be created with guideposts to ensure a successful transition into a full-fledged organization in good standing. 
About the National Panhellenic Council

The Edward Waters College chapter of the National Pan Hellenic Council (NPHC) is the governing body of the nine Greek-lettered fraternities and sororities that are members of the National Pan Hellenic Council, Inc. The purpose of the NPHC is to serve as an umbrella organization that promotes unity among its affiliate members and monitors their activities through an internal disciplinary board. The NPHC is involved with cultural, academic and social atmospheres of campus life. The EWC chapter is further involved in community activities that include participation in literacy programs, community, and voter registration. Membership in the EWC chapter of NPHC is limited to Greek-letter organizations whose national headquarters are a financial member of the National Pan Hellenic Council, Inc., and whose local chapters are in good standing (both financially and socially) with the College and the EWC NPHC chapter. 

“If there is anything more reprehensible than the practice of discriminiation upon a people because of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, it is for the people discriminated against to accept it without protest or resistance. It is an evidence of an utter lack of self-respect, the most priceless possession an individual or group can have, without which there can be no human dignity.”

–  A. Philip Randolph, 1959  

APRI, Edward Waters UniversityAsa Philip Randolph was a groundbreaking leader, organizer, and social activist who championed equitable labor rights for African American communities, becoming one of the most impactful civil rights and social justice leaders of the 20th century. His activism spanned 60 years, and included the organization of the largest labor union for Black workers in the United States and the coordination of two Marches on Washington (1941 and 1963). 

Randolph spent the formative years of his early life in Jacksonville, Florida. He was born on April 15, 1889, in Crescent City, Florida, to an ordained minister in the African Methodist Episcopal (AME) church, the Rev. James William Randolph, and his wife, Elizabeth Robinson Randolph. In 1891, when he was three years old, his family moved to Jacksonville. He attended Edward Waters College (a Historically Black College founded in 1866) from ages fourteen to sixteen before transferring to the Cookman Institute (a Historically Black educational institute founded in 1872 and located in Jacksonville), from which he graduated as valedictorian in 1907.

In 1911, recognizing the constraints that racial segregation placed on his life in his native Florida, Randolph left Jacksonville for New York City. Initially he hoped for a life on the stage but redirected his talents to issues of fairness and equity in employment and civic life. During World War I, Randolph faced formidable odds as he worked to unionize African American shipyard workers and elevator operators. During this time, along with his friend and collaborator Chandler Owen, Randolph edited and published the Messenger magazine between 1917 and 1925, during which it served as a promotional vehicle for the Harlem Renaissance. 

Randolph’s career as a labor leader took a new turn when he became the first president of the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters in 1925, which by 1937 would become the first official African American labor union. After his victories in the arena of organized labor, in the 1940s, Randolph focused his attention on the larger goal of ending racial discrimination in government defense factories and desegregating the armed forces, both accomplished through presidential decrees. Becoming involved in additional civil rights work, he was a principal organizer of the proposed March on Washington in 1941, and the more famous 1963 March on Washington during which the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his famous “I Have a Dream” speech.

On May 16, 1979, at age 90, Mr. Randolph passed away. He was cremated, and his ashes were interred at the A. Philip Randolph Institute in Washington, D.C.  

There are several sites in Jacksonville that pay tribute to the legacy of A. Philip Randolph. He is the namesake of the A. Philip Randolph Academies of Technology, A. Philip Randolph Boulevard (formerly Florida Avenue), and the adjoining A. Philip Randolph Park on Jacksonville’s east side.

 

 

 

Phase One Instructions

In accordance with the advisement of the State of Florida and the City of Jacksonville authorities, EWC Administration has scheduled EWC staff the phased return to normal on-campus operations, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday beginning Monday, July 6, 2020. EWC faculty will return to campus on August 6, 2020.

As we transition back to campus, we ask for your patience, understanding, adaptability and flexibility, as this is a new experience for us all. It is imperative that all faculty, staff and students actively commit to adhering to the new processes that will be implemented to ensure the safety and wellbeing for one another, our families and our communities.  It starts with each one of us and I believe together as a team we can rise to the challenge.

Consideration will be given for the implementation of alternative work arrangements for those employees who fall within the following parameters. These self-identified individuals are asked to contact the Office of Human Resources as soon as possible via email at humanresources@ewc.edu for further instructions:

  • Aged 65 and above
  • Pre-existing health conditions
  • Pregnancy
  • Chronic medical conditions or immunocompromised conditions that may prohibit their immediate return to on-campus work. 

As previously communicated, EWC is continuing to adhere to all recommended regulations and guidelines from government authorities related to the containment of COVID-19. As an attempt to ensure safety, we will be distributing personal protection equipment (PPE) along with cleaning/sanitization supplies to all faculty and staff for the purpose of minimizing cross-contamination and maintaining individual work space in between Sodexo scheduled cleaning protocols. Laptops and webcams will also be assigned to support on-campus virtual meetings during this process. Employees are required to wear their ID badges and should contact the IT Helpdesk via support@ewc.eduto obtain an ID badge prior to July 6, 2020. All employees are required to properly wear the face mask provided by EWC or pre-approved face masks covering the nose and mouth when on campus. Masks are not required when the employee is in the office alone.

ALL employees are asked to respect this process. Employees resistant to complying with wearing face masks and all other precautionary protocols will be sent home. We have proactively implemented several preventative measures outlined below.   

Preventative measures currently in place include:

  • Utilizing no-touch thermometers to check for existing fevers.
  • Deep cleaning and Sanitization Protocols: We have implemented deep cleaning and disinfection protocols for the entire campus community. These protocols will be enforced in addition to our already rigorous sanitization standards in place. Please be advised that Sodexo will need to access your office, so please be prepared to provide access if they do not have keys to your area. To contact cleaning facilities directly, please email cleaning@ewc.edu or call 904-470-8164.
  • We have placed posters that encourage wearing personal protection equipment (PPE), social distancing, staying home when sick, cough and sneeze etiquette, and hand hygiene at various building entrances and other workplace areas where they are likely to be seen.
  • Provided no-touch disposal receptacles for use by employees.
  • To enforce social distancing, we have altered direct access with employees, continuing with virtual meeting orders, closed bathroom stalls, minimized the elevator use, placed floor marking and provided directional signage to control the movement throughout the campus.
  • Directed employees to clean their hands often with an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60-95% alcohol, or wash their hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Soap and water should be used preferentially if hands are visibly dirty.
  • Provided soap and water in the workplace. We have ensured that adequate supplies are maintained.
  • Best Practices for Personal Health:  Human coronaviruses are usually spread from an infected person to others through the air by coughing and sneezing, close personal contact (such as shaking hands), touching an object or surface with the virus on it, then touching your mouth nose or eyes before washing your hands, or (rarely) fecal contamination.

 To reduce your risk of infection: Always wear provided masks unless you are in your office space alone. Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth with unwashed hands, and avoid close contact with people who are sick. Please refrain from gathering in groups. Please continue to practice appropriate social distancing, 6 feet.

Employee Travel:  Travel for faculty and staff is suspended indefinitely, with exceptions authorized by the President & CEO only.

Travel: If any faculty or staff have traveled to any areas (nationally or internationally) where cases have been reported, please immediately notify the College of such. If exposed to the virus, we are asking those individuals to self-isolate as recommended by the CDC, the World Health Organization and the U.S. State Department. 

Meetings: Staff and other meetings should be conducted by phone or video conference per the advisement of the area Vice President.

Classes: As of now, EWC requires all summer courses are to be delivered online. As such, students and faculty will remain off-campus.

Lunch: When leaving campus for lunch, please remain mindful of social distancing, proper hygiene and the risks of contracting COVID-19.

The safety and well-being of EWC students, faculty and staff members is our top priority.  We are closely monitoring guidance by the CDC, World Health Organization and other public health authorities, taking proper health precautions where warranted. We are also encouraging the college community to take any signs of illness seriously and seek medical attention as needed.

Guidelines for Suspected Illness and When to Stay/Go Home:

  • Employees who have symptoms of acute respiratory illness are to stay home and not come to work until they are free of fever (100.4° F [37.8° C] or greater using an oral thermometer), signs of a fever, and any other symptoms for at least 24 hours, without the use of fever-reducing or other symptom-altering medicines (e.g. cough suppressants). Employees should notify their supervisor and stay home if they are sick.
  • Employees who appear to have acute respiratory illness symptoms (i.e. cough, shortness of breath) upon arrival to work or become sick during the day will be sent home immediately to seek medical consultation.
  • Employees who are well but who have a sick family member at home with COVID-19 should notify their supervisor, the Office of Human Resources, and refer to CDC guidance for how to conduct a risk assessment of their potential exposure.

To protect EWC from COVID-19 while ensuring continuity of operations, all sick employees should stay home and away from the workplace, respiratory etiquette and hand hygiene should be encouraged, and routine cleaning of commonly touched surfaces should be performed regularly.

In the next coming weeks, you will be receiving an influx of information to guide us through this process. We ask that you please utilize it as requested. Please check periodically for updates and information via the College website at www.ewc.edu, campus email, and the College’s social media outlets, as these are the primary means of communication.  Further, you may also follow updates from the local news affiliates.

The Edward Waters College administration thanks you for all you are doing to respond to the coronavirus. We will continue to reassess our practices based on developments and will advise you of any changes. Additionally, we encourage all of you to reach out to your immediate supervisor with any questions that may arise. Understandably, this is a time of uncertainty and stress; however, we appreciate your commitment to EWC in the face of these unprecedented challenges.

Telework Instructions

As we transition on Monday, March 23, 2020 to an “Interim Remote Work Period” via a teleworkmodality during this COVID-19 outbreak, we want to ensure that the intentions and expectations of performance and productivity are clearly communicated to all faculty and staff of Edward Waters College (EWC).  Working from home does not constitute time-off or a relaxed work ethic. Rather, Telework is executing the same work obligations, but in an alternative location.

Remote working is most efficient when employees and supervisors communicate, plan and respond.  Therefore, employees approved to work remotely from home on a temporary basis must:

  • Be equally, if not more intentional, on response time
  • Answer phones within three (3) rings, unless assisting others
  • Check and clean voicemails regularly; adjust voicemails greetings appropriately
  • Continue to use prompt and courteous EWC greetings when answering calls/emails
  • Read and reply to emails on a heightened level for continuity and seamless process management
  • Be prepared to meet as normal/as needed via virtual/teleconference meetings per Supervisor direction
  • Be mindful of background noise

Please understand that as you work from home, consistent communication is critical as email and telecommunication will be the only lifelines between internal and external constituents.  Failure to timely respond to directives from your supervisor and/or job related requests for support from students, faculty, staff, and outside business partners and constituencies may constitute non-compliance and result in the use of vacation time.  Therefore, ensure your availability and conduct yourself as if present in your on-campus office.

Employees approved to telecommute must have the following items to ensure appropriate functioning of remote work environments include:

  • Computer or laptop
  • Internet (Comcast/Xfinity and Spectrum are offering free internet service)
  • Forwarding land line or cell phone number to receive EWC calls
  • Access to EWC remote desktop, files (electronic/paper), and other materials necessary for continued workflow

Specific details will be emailed by Mr. David Simfukwe, Director of Information Technology
& Telecommunications regarding directions on call forwarding and remote access to campus.  Faculty and staff can also contact the IT Help Desk at 904-470-8179, or their immediate supervisor for area related questions and issues. 

Please contact the Office of Human Resources for additional questions and/or clarity regarding the Interim Remote Work Report via email at HumanResources@ewc.edu or call 904-470-8237 or 904-470-8230.

Starting September 7, 2021 from 10:00am-1:00pm and occurring the first week of every month EWU students can walk-in &/or make an appointment to secure a time slot for the various workshops offered:

  • Mondays : Mock Interviews (20 minute increments) -Students should come in dressed with professional attire and a description of the employment opportunity they are preparing for &/or seeking. Practice interviews will take place to help them prepare.
  • Tuesdays: “Talk Tuesday”- consults will be done with students. They can come into the Career Center for career tests, guidance, questions &/or discussions on career-related topics.
  • Wednesdays: “Wednesday Writing”- Students will be able to work on resumes, cover letters, portfolios, etc.. at the career center and have them reviewed.
  • Thursdays: “Teach Me Thursday” – Every first Thursday of the month, a specific topic will be discussed. (i.e. personal development, networking, co-working, benefits of social media within certain career fields, guests will also be requested to speak on various topics as well, etc…)
  • Fridays: “TGFO” Thank God for Opportunities- New jobs/internship announcements will be posted on the EWU Career website. EWU students can also come into the office to discuss available opportunities as well.
  • Complete clearance with the Office of Student Accounts.
  • The Non-refundable $100 Housing Reservation Fee MUST be paid to reserve a room.
  • Register for Housing with 12 credit hours, YOU MUST HAVE 12 CREDIT HOURS TO KEEP YOUR ROOM RESERVATION.

BE EDUCATED. BE EMPOWERED. RESERVE YOUR SPACE!

  1. Make sure you are financially cleared for the Fall 2021 semester.
  2. Register for Housing with 12 credit hours, YOU MUST HAVE 12 CREDIT HOURS TO KEEP YOUR RESERVATION.
  3. Students must pay a non-refundable $100 Reservation Fee at the EWC Cashier’s Window, online by visiting the Student Account’s page, or over the phone by calling 904-470-8246.
  4. Clear all institution holds. Holds will prevent room assignments.
  5. Check your available financial aid, or other funding sources, to be certain you have enough funding for your educational costs. See your financial aid counselor. Don’t procrastinate!
  6. Communicate with Preferred Roommate about where you will reside – Both must qualify for selected building.
  7. Housing assignments are made on a first come, first serve basis.  Incomplete applications will not receive room assignments until all requirements are satisfied.

Latest Update, Edward Waters University

August 31, 2019 07:00:00 PM

The Edward Waters College Emergency Management Team continues to closely monitor Hurricane Dorian, which is expected to be a Category 4 hurricane upon landfall in Florida.

Due to the easterly trajectory of the storm and its current speed, it has been determined that movement of the remaining on-campus students from their residence halls to the JWJ facility will not occur until further notice. Cafeteria hours will operate regular weekend hours on Sunday, September 1st and adjusted hours for Monday, September 2nd. Brunch will be from 11:00a.m. – 1:00p.m. and dinner will be from 5:00p.m. – 6:00p.m.

Be advised, you will receive official communication from the College via email, social media, the EWC Website, and Tiger Alert throughout the duration of the storm. We will continue to monitor weather conditions and update you accordingly.

Housing, Edward Waters University

The Mission of Residence Life and Housing is to provide a living learning experience that that supports all residential EWC students. We strive to create a safe wholesome living and learning environment that is conducive to the overall development of our students that aids in their academic success, leadership development, positive decision making and responsible citizenship. Services are provided to our students in a friendly, courteous and efficient manner which helps to promote academic success.

Mr. Quentin McBeth
Assistant Director of Housing Operations
904-470-8870

Convocatum, Edward Waters University

August 16, 2019
10:00am
Milne Auditorium

*All incoming Freshmen students are mandated to be in attendance for this occasion. Freshmen female attire is black skirts and white blouse. Male Freshmen attire is black dress pants, white collar shirt and neck tie.

Business Accreditation

Jacksonville, Fla. – Edward Waters College is proud to announce that the Department of Business Administration has been granted the highly esteemed International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE) accreditation — a nationally and internationally based accreditation. The Department initiated a relationship with IACBE through membership status. Over the years, the EWC Department of Business Administration has proven itself worthy of this highly sought after status.

“The Department of Business Administration strives to prepare our students for responsible positions in business, industrial, and government entities. This accreditation signifies that we are training our students beyond the basic standards. In addition, we are training our students to be confident, competent, ethical, and responsible business managers and leaders in the today’s society,” said Dr. Francis Ikeokwu, chair of the business department at Edward Waters College. “We will continue to apply our students and push them as they develop and graduate from our program and the College.”

According to their Web site, the IACBE’s accreditation principles are designed to promote and stimulate excellence in business education, and each accreditation principle is linked to one or more characteristics of excellence in business education. IACBE accreditation signifies that the business curriculum and co-curricular experiences provide students with the knowledge and skills needed to function effectively in business and industry. For more information on IACBE visit http://www.iacbe.org.

Edward Waters College has received specialized accreditation for its business programs through the International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education (IACBE) located at 11374 Strang Line Road in Lenexa, Kansas, USA.

For a listing of accredited programs, click here.

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