Updates from Aquinas College about COVID-19 are at aquinas.edu/coronavirus. Updates on our plan for Fall 2020 are at aquinas.edu/saintstogether.
What's Open
Remember to carry your Aquinas ID with you on campus.
Last updated: October 16, 2020 (Temporary outdoor fitness area on lower level Alksnis will be closed starting October 19.)
We welcome our students, faculty and staff on campus and virtually. In order to reduce the spread of COVID-19 on campus, many departments have adjusted in-person hours and are offering virtual support. Whether in-person or virtual, we are here to support you! The information here will help you access the services you need as quickly as possible. We will update information throughout the semester, so please check back regularly. If you can't find what you are looking for, or if you have a question, please email saintstogether@aquinas.edu.
Academic Affairs & Provost Office
Advancement and Alumni Association
Advantage Center
Alksnis Athletic and Recreation Building
Athletics
Bookstore
Campus Ministry and Service Learning
CORE
The Corner
Academic Advising
See Registrar's Office information below.
Academic Affairs & Provost Office
To contact the Provost's Office or Academic Affairs, please email kpp001@aquinas.edu or academicaffairs@aquinas.edu or call 616-632-2151.
Advancement and Alumni Association
The Advancement and Alumni team are here to support you! Please contact Kaity Deacon at kaity.deacon@aquinas.edu or (616) 632-2836 for assistance.
Advantage Center
We are here to support you! Schedule an in-person or virtual appointment via Handshake.
In-Person Hours
- Staggered appointment blocks for in-person appointments
- In-person and online career development courses
- Enhanced cleaning and disinfecting
Virtual Support
- Virtual or telephone appointments available (scheduled through Handshake platform)
- Virtual employer engagements for the fall semester
- Virtual class-to-career professional development events
Alksnis Athletic and Recreation Building
See Sturrus Sports and Fitness Center below.
Athletics
The AQ Athletics department is here to support you!
- Schedule a virtual appointment with Athletics leadership through Google Meet.
- Schedule a virtual appointment with a coach through Google Meet.
- Check AQSaints.com for the latest information about AQ Athletics.
Bookstore
**Due to staffing, the bookstore will be closed on Monday, October 5. We apologize for any inconvenience.**
Hours of Operation
Monday - Thursday: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Friday: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Lower Level, Wege Student Center
(616) 632-2962
aquinas@bkstr.com
Campus Ministry and Service Learning
Our Lady Seat of Wisdom Chapel
Mass
Sunday: 6 p.m. and 8 p.m.
Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 12:15 p.m.
Tuesday and Thursday: 4:30 p.m.
Confessions
Confessions begin one hour before weekday Masses and conclude 15 minutes prior to Mass, or are available by appointment with our College chaplains Fr. Stan (sad004@aquinas.edu) and Fr. Bob (rk003@aquinas.edu).
Health and Safety
- Please be prepared to show your Healthy Roster clearance when arriving to the chapel.
- Cloth face coverings are required while inside the chapel.
- Capacity is limited to 25% on a first-come-first-serve basis.
- Ushers will be available to help ensure proper social distancing. Seating is marked at appropriate social distancing.
- The chapel is cleaned and sanitized prior to and after each usage.
Appointments
Please email one of our ministers to make a virtual appointment. Fr. Bob and Fr. Stan are also available in person by appointment for Reconciliation/Confession and spiritual counsel.
Virtual office hours coming soon!
Social Media
Facebook @AQCampusMinistry
Instagram @aq.campusministry
Podcast / Spotify / Google Podcasts / Apple Podcasts (coming soon!)
Campus Safety
Hours of Operation
Monday-Friday: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
(616) 632-2462
cso@aquinas.edu
Center for Diversity, Inclusion and Equity
Hours of Operation
Monday-Friday: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Please email cdi@aquinas.edu to schedule a virtual meeting with us.
Center for Opportunities, Resources and Excellence (CORE)
During the fall semester, CORE will continue to offer resources and services free of charge to all Aquinas students. Please visit our web page to learn more about how we can provide you with support virtually.
The Corner
Hours of Operation
Monday-Thursday: 10:30 a.m.-9 p.m.
Friday: 10:30 a.m.-8 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday: Closed
Lower Level, Wege Student Center.
See The Moose Cafe and Wege Cafe below for more dining options.
Counseling, Health and Wellness Services
Hours of Operation
Monday - Friday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
- All campus healty and safety precautions will be observed.
- Appointments will be staggered on the hour or half hour.
- Regular walk-in hours are Monday-Friday: 2-3 p.m.
- Stay tuned for Dr. Mac's availability!
Lower Level, Donnelly Center
Phone: (616) 632-2905
Fax: (616) 732-4435
Email: CHWS@aquinas.edu
Dean of Students and Title IX
Monday-Friday: 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
First Floor, Academic Building
Health Center
Hours of Operation
Monday-Thursday: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Friday: 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
*Additional weekend hours will be added and updated soon.
Metro Health Park East
4055 Cascade Rd SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Hours: Monday-Sunday (9 a.m.-9 p.m.)
Students can call after hours service via phone: (616) 252-1500
August 31 (Monday): 8 a.m.-4 p.m
Lower Level, Wege Student Center
If you need immediate assitance, please all the Metro Health Cascade location at (616) 252-1500.
ITS
In order to maintain the health and safety of our community, the ITS Help Desk will continue to be available by phone at (616) 632-2050 from 8am to 5pm Monday through Friday to assist individuals with their technology needs. You may also contact the Help Desk by emailing techhelp@aquinas.edu. Any work that requires an in-person interaction will be handled by appointment, the walk-up Help Desk is currently not available at this time.
Library
Regular hours begin August 19.
Library Hours of Operation
Monday: 8 a.m.-Midnight
Tuesday: 8 a.m.-Midnight
Wedensday: 8 a.m.-Midnight
Thursday: 8 a.m.-Midnight
Friday: 8 a.m.-7 p.m.
Saturday: 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Sunday: 11 a.m.-Midnight
Media Department Hours of Operation
Monday-Friday: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Saturday-Sunday: Closed
The library is open to support academic needs and provide academic services. Some adjustments will be made to the spaces and services in order to adhere to social distancing, personal hygiene, and health and safety practices.
- The library will be open to faculty, staff and students with swipe card access.
- Social distancing and mask protocols
- Marked social distancing queues and plexiglass shields at key interaction points
- Adjusted seating
- Adjusted computer stations
- Resources available
- Stacks will be open
- Archives will be available by appointment only
- Media will be closed stacks
- Services available
- Curbside service and mailing of materials
- Remote synchronous and asynchronous library instruction
- Remote video, as well as in-person, reference services
- Media services will still be available
- Health and safety practices
- Returned books quarantined for 72 hours before reshelving
- MelCat books quarantined for 72 hours before processing
- No food or drink
- Moratorium on book donations
Mailroom and Copy Center
Hours of Operation
Monday-Friday: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Mail runs will resume; however, to limit contact and practice safe social distancing, there will only be one mail run a day.
- Mail run times are Monday, Tuesday and Friday, in the afternoon (1-3 p.m.) and Wednesday and Thursday in the late morning (11 a.m.-1 p.m.)
- All black folders will be disinfected before being returned.
- All copies to be picked up in the Copy Center will be placed in mailboxes (if small enough) or in the “copy pick-up” cabinet, which will be regularly disinfected.
- Wipes will be located next to the staff/faculty printer. Please clean the printer after use.
- If you have any questions or would like your department’s mail held in the mail room for personal pick-up, please contact Barbara Groves at bjg002@aquinas.edu.
Marketing and Communication
The Marketing and Communication team is here to support you! If you need assistance, please contact marketing@aquinas.edu.
The Moose Cafe
Hours of Operation
Monday-Thursday: 7:30 a.m.-Midnight
Sunday: 9 a.m.-Midnight
Late Night Meal Swipe Options
Monday-Thursday: 9-11 p.m.
Friday-Sunday: 7 p.m.-9 p.m.
Located in the Cook Carriage House.
See The Corner or Wege Cafe for more dining options.
Osher Lifelong Institute (OLLI) at Aquinas
This fall, OLLI will be offering virtual classes for scholars who sign on as members. Check out the OLLI web page for more information.
Office of the President
To contact President Kevin G. Quinn, please email officeofthepres@aquinas.edu or call (616) 632-2883.
Registrar's Office and Academic Advising
Hours of Operation
Monday-Friday: 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Hruby Hall, Room 30
- Students, faculty and staff may visit the office without an appointment to make simple registration changes, pick up/drop off forms, etc.
- Scheduled, in-person appointments will be available on a limited basis.
- To request an appointment, please email registrar@aquinas.edu.
- Social distancing and mask protocols will be required at all times.
Virtual Support
Please make a virtual appointment by emailing registrar@aquinas.edu.
Most processes and services (e.g., forms, add/drop dates, the academic calendar, academic advising information, etc.) are available electronically, through the Registrar web page or MyAQ.
- Log in to your MyAQ account to make changes to your current registration and to view your course schedule, your advisor’s contact information, and your Program Evaluation.
- If you need assistance, please email registrar@aquinas.edu.
Residence Life
Hours of Operation
Monday-Friday: 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Regina Hall #005 (Please call the office to be let in.)
Main office phone: (616) 632-2944
Department email: reslife@aquinas.edu
- Social distancing and mask protocols will be required, along with verification of a Healthy Roster green check mark.
- A professional staff member (i.e., Area Coordinator, Assistant Director or Director) will be available during these hours to assist with walk-ins or accept phone calls.
You can also contact a staff member to schedule a virtual or phone appointment. Limited in-person and socially distanced appointments will be available.
For questions related to special exemptions from housing, policies and procedures, and other departmental inquiries:
Julie Blaszak, Director of Residence Life
Email: jab008@aquinas.edu
Voicemail: (616) 632-2945
For questions related to housing assignments, room changes or residential facility needs:
David Durkee, Assistant Director of Residence Life for Operations
Email: ddd003@aquinas.edu
Voicemail: (616) 632-2958
For questions related to RAs, programming, or the needs of students in the houses, apartments and Hruby Hall:
Shelbi Rushing, Area Coordinator – Houses, Apartments, and Hruby Hall
Email: sbr001@aquinas.edu
Voicemail: (616) 632-2955
For questions related to RAs, programming or the needs of students in Regina or St. Joseph the Worker Halls:
Megan Teed, Area Coordinator – Regina and St. Joseph the Worker Halls
Email: mct001@aquinas.edu
Voicemail: (616) 632-2946
Student Accounts
The Student Accounts Office is physically closed but operating remotely and can address your concerns via phone or email during normal business hours.
Payments can be made by mail and online. If you have questions, please contact Jessica at (616) 632-2864. You can also email at studentaccounts@aquinas.edu.
Student Activities and Orientation
The Student Activities and Orientation (SAO) team is here to support you! Please email sao@aquinas.edu to schedule an in-person or virtual appointment.
Hours of Operation
Beginning September 1: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
- In-person appointments will resume and virtual appointments will continue.
Student Success
Sturrus Sports and Fitness Center
Sturrus Sports and Fitness Center and Alksnis Athletic and Recreation Buildling will reopen on October 12. Please refer to the following information and protocols.
Hours of Operation
Monday-Thursday: 6 a.m.-11 p.m.
Friday: 6 a.m.-8 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday: Closed (will reevaluate on October 17)
Capacities
Coach Bo: 20 (or two functional athletic units)
Alksnis: 20 (or two functional athletic unites)
Fitness Center (indoor): 10 (first come, first served; no scheduled groups except for academic instruction)
Fitness Center (outdoor): Due to low participation and changing weather conditions, the temporary outdoor fitness area located on lower level Alksnis will be closed starting Monday, October 19.
Health and Safety Protocols
- Cloth face coverings are required at all times even while working out.
- Safe social distancing is required in all spaces.
- Good personal hygiene practices are required.
- Facilities are swipe-card-access only via faculty, staff and student ID.
- A Healthy Roster "green check mark" is required for the day you are visiting.
- Users participating in non-athletic-program activity are required to
- Present Aquinas ID
- Present Healthy Roster "green check mark"
- Log your information during your visit for contact tracing purposes (i.e., full name, date/time of visit, phone number)
- Coach Bo open gyms will be scheduled through the athletic department and will begin October 17.
- Fitness Center staff will clean and disinfect equipment at least once during every shift.
- Fitness Center users will be required to use the provided sanitation wipes before and after they are done using equipment.
- Fitness equipment that is not movable will be rotated on a schedule for social-distancing purposes. For example, treadmill #1 will be used on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Treadmill #2 will be used on Tuesday and Thursday.
- Athletic practices/activities are required to follow the Athletic Training COVID-19 Protocols.
- All users must follow all COVID-19 related signage (e.g., traffic markers, social distancing, equipment offline, etc.)
- Locker rooms will remain offline until further notice.
Wege Cafe
Hours of Operation
Monday-Friday
7:15-9:30 a.m. Hot Breakfast
9:30-10:30 a.m. Continental Breakfast
11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Hot Lunch
1:30-4 p.m. Light Lunch
5-7 p.m. Dinner
Saturday and Sunday
11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Brunch
1:30-4 p.m. Light Lunch
5-7 p.m. Dinner
Located in the Wege Student Center.
See The Corner and The Moose Cafe for more campus dining options.
Writing Center
We are here to consult with all AQ writers—students, faculty, staff, and alumni.
We are available to discuss any writing project at any stage of the writing process, from brainstorming to final polishing.
Hours of Operation (in-person and virtual)
Monday: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and 6 p.m.-7 p.m.
Tuesday: 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Wednesday: 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Thursday: 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Friday: 10 a.m.-Noon (remote consultations only)
Sunday: 7 p.m.-8 p.m.
You may walk in to the Grace Hauenstein Library to meet with a consultant at any of the above hours—but we strongly recommend setting an appointment.
To meet in-person with a Writing Center Consultant at the Library please set an appointment here: In-Person WC Consultation (Library)
To schedule a Remote/Virtual Consultation, please make your request here: WC Remote Consultation Request
To set an ESL appointment with Nisha van Laar, please make your request here: ESL Consultation Request
For additional questions, please email thewritingcenter@aquinas.edu.