Student Life and Campus Services
Middle East University (MEU) seeks whole-person education, balancing the physical, intellectual, spiritual, and social aspects of life. It provides an environment that stimulates academic development and nurtures personal growth and social skills. A number of activities and services are designed to foster this growth. MEU students are invited to make effective use of and enjoy all the academic and non-academic programs and facilities.
KEOUGH LIBRARY
The Keough Library, named after George Arthur Keough, the University's first president, was established as a study and research center for the institution at the very beginning of its existence in 1939. The book collection has grown steadily over the years to about 23,000 volumes today. This number includes Arabic texts, English texts, French texts, reference books, and a variety of audiovisual resources. Additionally, the Library provides MEU's students, faculty and staff with free access to online databases across all major subject areas, including business, health and medical, social sciences, arts, humanities, religion, education, science, and technology. The collection available at the Keough Library includes a wide range of information resources.
The Library's Online Public Access Catalogue system is supported by KOHA. It embeds all library functions, services, and auxiliary tools enabling access to resources on and off campus. Library patrons are able to make use of an open stack arrangement facilitating easy browsing. There are individual tables for study, comfortable seating in the periodical/newspaper section, carrels for secluded private study, conference rooms for group study, computers with office tools and online access, and outlets for personal computers with wireless access to the Internet.
The MEU library serves the academic and intellectual development of students, faculty, and staff. Students are encouraged to use the library effectively for research, study, and preparation of class assignments. Services encompass a broad spectrum of information needs, such as finding quick answers to questions, using the online catalog and other electronic resources, and locating library materials and information on specialized topics. The library's Information Desk serves as a central information and reference point for the library system.
An internet lab and workstations are also available for scanning, copying, and printing. During the course of the academic semesters, the library staff is available to help and support researchers.
Keough Library is a member of the Lebanese Library Association, Lebanese ILL/DD Services (LIDS) Consortium and the Association of Seventh-day Adventist Librarians. Interlibrary loans from other institutions around Lebanon and worldwide are available for items that cannot be found at the University Library. Interlibrary loans can be placed through direct e-mail at library@meu.edu.lb.
Library services are also available to the community (terms and conditions apply).
CAMPUS MINISTRY
The Campus Ministry team endeavors to share the Word of God among students, to meet their spiritual needs, and to nurture their spiritual life. The focus is on helping individuals grow in their relationship with God, understand His Word, fellowship with one another, and serve others. The campus chaplain organizes spiritual meetings -such as the Week of Spiritual Emphasis-and is available for Bible study, personal counseling, and spiritual guidance in a confidential setting.
COMPUTER LABS
The MEU computer center, located in North Hall, is used for instructional purposes as well as for students' academic needs. A supervisor renders technical support.
Access to the computer center is dependent on proper use. Students may be barred if they engage in any of the following:
- Accessing, transmitting, or storing pornographic material; documents containing profanity or defamation; or literature promoting hatred of any group or advocating lifestyles contrary to MEU's policies
- Transmission or storage of copyrighted materials
- Premeditated launching of viruses or destructive programs
- Attempts to bypass system firewalls or web filters
- Unauthorized access to other computers on the network
- Participating in "spam" emails, including generating or forwarding chain letters
- Harassing or intimidating other users
- Using the University's resources to support personal business.
ASSEMBLY PROGRAMS
Regularly scheduled assembly meetings are an integral part of the student's academic experience. This is an opportunity to gather as an MEU community to fellowship, communicate and grow together. The diverse topics add breadth to the student's educational experience.
These meetings cover many areas, including spiritual, academic, cultural, and social themes, as well as Student Association programs. Full-time undergraduate students are required to attend regularly, in accordance with the published Assembly Policy.
BOOKSTORE
Textbooks and course modules are sold at the bookstore, located in the Keough Library. At times textbooks can also be rented. Purchased textbooks may not be returned.
SOCIAL ACTIVITY AREAS
Students can take advantage of the campus social activity areas for socialization and study. Located in South Hall, the facility has table tennis, a pool table, and other table games. Additionally, North Hall has a residence student center that can be utilized for student activities and events. The space has games and video projection capabilities.
FOOD SERVICE
A wide selection of options is available at the cafeteria, which is housed in South Hall and is available to dormitory and day students, as well as to faculty, staff, and guests during the academic year. The menu includes a variety of nutritious Mediterranean and international vegetarian meals.
SPORTS FACILITIES
Part of MEU's distinctive education is to train students physically as well as mentally. To stay energetic and fit, the university has modern outdoor athletic fields for tennis, basketball, volleyball, and football, as well as indoor table tennis facilities. Furthermore, our scenic campus provides a suitable and relaxing setting for outdoor recreation such as walking or jogging. The courts are available for use by community members for a nominal fee. Reservation of sports facilities can be made through the Business Office.
CAMPUS SECURITY
Campus security policies are created with a vested interest in the quality of life on campus, the welfare of the university property, and the safety of its campus community. These policies support a safe and secure academic and social environment free from threats of violence and confrontation. Individuals who reside on campus, study at MEU, or visit the grounds must observe campus safety policies and should respect the security officers and cooperate with them. Any person entering or leaving the MEU property should expect to be checked and/or required to show identification.
HEALTH SERVICES
In case of minor health problems, the campus nurse can provide assistance and first aid. Medical care is available at facilities in the immediate vicinity of the University
STUDENT HOUSING
Comfortable on-campus residential accommodations comprised of separate dormitories for men and women are available in North Hall and South Hall. The dormitories are equipped with heating and air conditioning, Internet, and laundry facilities. There are specific regulations governing dormitory life on campus, which are monitored by the dormitory deans.
Arrangements for student housing are made through the Business Office. More details are available in the Student Handbook.
STUDENT ASSOCIATION
Every undergraduate student registered for six or more credits becomes a voting member of the Middle East University Student Association (MEUSA). This organization, guided by a constitution, allows for democratic student leadership and functions as a liaison between the students and the instructional faculty and administration.
The MEUSA has representation on certain university committees; it sponsors spiritual, social, recreational, and scholarly activities, and it coordinates the publication of the MEU yearbook, Pine Echoes.
SOCIAL RECREATION
The Student Social Activities Committee and the MEUSA sponsor a variety of social functions. Students should take note of advertised campus events that cater to a variety of interests and consist of sports tournaments, indoor and outdoor activities, music and talent exhibitions, cultural and humanitarian programs, field trips, campus fairs, community service activities, assembly meetings, and spiritual gatherings. The MEU administration encourages students to propose creative events and activities and is available to support and organize approved social events.
ACADEMIC ADVISORS
While students may approach any member of the faculty for advice, every student is assigned an academic advisor for their program of study. The academic advisor assists students in selecting courses and offers guidance to assure that current academic rules and regulations are followed as published in the Academic Catalog.
OFFICE OF COMMUNICATIONS
The Office of Communications (OC) is responsible for two functions: recruiting and communications/marketing. The tasks of communications are to report and spread information about the activities of MEU. Recruiting is more directly connected with relational activities that result in or lead to a decision to enroll. While these functions are distinct, they are also closely intertwined.
OC promotes the university through internal and external communication. Internal communications inform students and staff of upcoming events such as concerts, holidays, prayer meetings, and more. Internal communications help create a sense of community and a positive image of the university and serve as a method of recruiting. External communication supports awareness and outlines MEU's role both within the Lebanese professional community and internationally. The OC creates the public face of MEU and ensures positive publicity through a variety of avenues including social media, the web, and professional conferences.
ACADEMIC CATALOG
Students are urged to read and familiarize themselves with the information in the Academic Catalog. They are responsible for abiding by its policies and regulations. Any exceptions to the academic regulations stated in the Academic Catalog must be petitioned through their department chairperson and faculty dean to the Academic Affairs Committee in writing and on the appropriate form for evaluation.
Students must meet the requirements of the Academic Catalog under which they first registered at MEU or may request permission to meet the requirements of any subsequent edition published while they are in continuous enrollment. If a break of more than one academic year passes without enrollment, students must adhere to the requirements of the Academic Catalog current at the time of their re-registration.
MEU reserves the right to institute changes as deemed necessary during the period for which the Academic Catalog is in effect. These new or altered regulations will be announced and posted. They will have the same force as those published within this document.