Liaison For Gay, Lesbian and Bisexual Concerns
This person serves as a resource for the Salem State College Gay, Lesbian and
Bisexual Community members. The Liaison works with the Alliance (Salem State College's group for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual Students and their straight supporters) in establishing a support/social network on campus.

Contact Greg Clement at Ellison Campus Center, Room 222 or call (978) 542-6436 for more information.

Orientation Programs
New Student Orientation
The New Student Orientation Program is coordinated by the Learning Center, the Campus Center Office within the Division of Student Life, and the Academic Affairs Office. Student orientation leaders also play an integral part in the implementation of the program.

The program is designed to welcome incoming students to the College; to acquaint them with campus facilities, services, activities, clubs and organizations; to provide essential information on academic programs, policies and procedures; and to initiate the advising process in relation to registration and the selection of a program of study. During the fall semester a variety of "Welcoming Programs" are offered of both an educational and social nature.

Family Orientation
The Orientation Program also offers a Family Orientation for the parents, guardians or spouses of entering freshmen. The program typically includes presentations from College officials; information on academic expectations for students; a panel discussion on college courses and services; and small group meetings with orientation leaders on how parents can be most helpful to college freshmen. Periodically, follow-up sessions for family members are offered on issues relevant to the student's college experience.

Transfer Student Orientation
Transfer Student Orientation is an abbreviated program designed to introduce students to the College's programs, services and facilities; to provide information on transfer credit approval; and to aid students in preparing for registration. An academic advising session with a representative of the student's major department is also offered. Transfer students who are concerned about their credit approval should talk with either their School Dean, or a staff member in the Center for Academic Advising.

Public Safety
The mission of the Salem State College Department of Public Safety is the preservation and protection of life and property, the prevention and detection of criminal activity, the maintenance of public order, and service to the Salem State College community. This primary objective is to provide a safe environment in which members of the community can pursue academic goals in an atmosphere of safety and security.

All officers have attended the police academy at the Massachusetts State Police Academy.

Officers constantly patrol college facilities and grounds to protect and assist the college community as needed. The office works in conjunction with local, state and federal public safety divisions in areas of mutual concern.