Lincoln Memorial University and LMU-College of Veterinary Medicine at Orange Park seek to provide students with resources they need to excel. All LMU and LMU-OPCVM resources are available to LMU-OPCVM students, both DVM and MVCC. Listed are the departments that may be most useful for students.
LMU-OPCVM Departments
Office of the Dean
The Office of the Dean, overseen by the Dean of LMU-OPCVM, is responsible for strategic planning and oversight for the entire college with a special emphasis on external affairs as well as wellbeing and inclusive excellence.
Career Services and Alumni Affairs
Career Services and Alumni Affairs maintains connections between students, alumni, and external partners to aid in networking opportunities for career advancement. *While the field of veterinary medicine has traditionally provided ample opportunity for employment, the institution does not guarantee employment upon completion of the DVM Program.
Master of Veterinary Clinical Care
The master’s degree for veterinary technicians is overseen by the Program Director of the Master of Veterinary Clinical Care. The director coordinates services from the entire LMU-OPCVM for the benefit of the students in this program.
Office of Clinical Sciences
The Office of Clinical Sciences, overseen by the Associate Dean for Clinical Sciences is responsible for the coordination of activities crucial to the running of the college including the Office of Clinical Relations, Operations, and the Department of Clinical Skills.
Office of Clinical Relations
The office of Clinical Relations, overseen by the Assistant Dean of Clinical Relations, is responsible for developing and maintaining clinical sites, student assessment during clinical rotations, and logistics of clinical rotations, in coordination with the Office of Clinical Relations and Outreach at Lincoln Memorial University Richard A Gillespie College of Veterinary Medicine.
Office of Academic Affairs
The Office of Academic Affairs (OAA), overseen by the Associate Dean of Academic Affairs, is responsible for admission of qualified students, the development and management of curriculum, managing student progress through the curriculum to include management of students’ academic records, reviewing and developing strategic plans for outcomes and assessment, supporting accreditation efforts, supporting faculty recruitment, development, and scholarship, and supporting all initiatives of the college.
LMU-OPCVM is a student-focused institution - the input and opinion of students is important. The OAA works closely with student leaders to continuously improve the LMU-OPCVM program. Any student who feels that they have a question or request that has not been addressed regarding progress through the program or curriculum should see the Dean or any member of the Dean’s Executive Council.
Office of Student Affairs
The Office of Student Affairs, overseen by the Assistant Dean for Student Affairs, is responsible for providing academic support and assisting veterinary students to find academic, professional, and personal resources needed to promote student success. In addition, the OSA is a center for campus life and oversees all student activities, student government functions, student clubs, the student representative program and all other non-academic student-life issues. The OSA is committed to creating an environment that is conducive to learning so that all students reach their full academic potential. It works closely with various college and university committees to create an environment that facilitates student learning.
Office of Admissions
The Office of Admissions, overseen by the Director of Admissions, is responsible for all admissions and pre-arrival matriculation procedures. The official email address for any general Admission questions is opveterinaryadmissions@lmunet.edu.
Office of Research and Basic Sciences
The Office of Research and Basic Sciences (ORBS), overseen by the Associate Dean of Research and Basic Sciences, is responsible for developing and maintaining a robust, high-quality programme of research that facilitates student engagement in research. In addition, the ORBS facilitates grant acquisition and management as well as training in research for all faculty. Basic science faculty are housed within this section.
LMU Departments
A comprehensive list of resources available from LMU to students is available through LMU’s website at https://www.lmunet.edu/student-life/index.php.
Information Services
The office of information services is available by phone or text (423.869.7411), email (helpdesk@LMUnet.edu), or by visiting their on-site offices. More information about information services is available on their website at https://www.lmunet.edu/information-services/index.php.
Note: The official manner of communication from the administration and faculty to CVM students is via university e-mail. All LMU-OPCVM students are required to use and read all e-mail correspondence from LMU-OPCVM and the University.
Office of Accessible Education Services
Lincoln Memorial University, in compliance with the ADA act, is committed to providing accessible education services to students. The Office of Accessible Education Services may be reached at 423.869.7121. More information about the office may be found online at https://www.lmunet.edu/student-life/accessible-education-services/accessible-education-services.
Counseling Services Office
Lincoln Memorial University Counseling Services are available on-site and on-line to help students with personal, career, and academic concerns that affect academic success and quality of life. Students may directly contact LMU Counseling Services at 423.869.6277. All meetings are confidential. Referral to local counseling and assistance resources is available upon request by the student. For more information, go to LMU Counseling Services website at https://www.lmunet.edu/counseling/index.php.
Empathia
As a supplement to LMU Counseling Services, Empathia is offered at no cost as a resource to students. This is an online service that provides service to support the needs of students in a number of areas, including mental health counseling, wellness services, financial/legal support and referrals, and more. Empathia resources are available 24/7 through phone (855.695.2818), text "hello" to 61295, mobile app StudentLife, or web (StudentLifeServices.com). Sign in using the password LMU1.
Library Resources
A comprehensive on-line collection is available on the Library’s website at https://library.lmunet.edu/library. A collection of reference materials, medical journals and books is available in the OPCVM in the first floor student study and reference area. The on-site librarian can be reached at ADD PHONE AND OFFICE.
If on the Harrogate campus, the Lon and Elizabeth Parr Reed Health Sciences Library located on the second floor of the Carnegie Vincent Library houses the medical print and electronic journals, books, and manuscripts for students, faculty, and other health professionals of the University and LMU-CVM. A small collection of reference materials is available at the DVTC. To reach the main Library, please call 423.869.7079 or visit the Library’s website at https://library.lmunet.edu/library.
Campus Police and Security
Campus Police and Security may be reached at 423-869-6911.
Lincoln Memorial University has an on-campus police force that provides supervision for the entire campus in conjunction with LMU standards and policies and State of Tennessee certification requirements. The LMU Campus Police and Security Team is professionally trained and licensed by the State of Tennessee. Security is administered and monitored through the LMU Office of Student Services. At least one police officer is on duty seven days per week, 24 hours per day to secure campus facilities, protect and assist students, personnel, visitors and to monitor traffic regulations. The Orange Park campus in Florida also has a 24 hour per day licensed security presence and maintains constant communications with the Harrogate campus. The main Campus Police and Security Office is located in the Tex Turner Arena and can be reached via dispatch at 423.869.6911. All students, faculty, staff, and visitors are encouraged to report criminal activity and any other safety concern as soon as safely possible. Upon request, reports can be submitted through a voluntary confidential reporting process.
Campus Police and Security provides numerous services to the LMU community, including, but not limited, to vehicle patrols, foot patrols, door locks and unlocks, escort service after hours, camera monitoring, and dispatching for both emergency and non-emergency situations. For more information regarding LMU’s Campus Police and Security, please visit https://www.lmunet.edu/campus-police-and-security/.
LMU utilizes LiveSafe to notify university members in the event of an emergency. All LMU students are encouraged to enroll in the LiveSafe Emergency Alert System. For further information regarding LiveSafe, refer to https://www.lmunet.edu/campus-police-and-security/livesafe.php.
In accordance with Public Chapter 317, "College and University Security Information Act," enacted July 1, 1989, in the state of Tennessee, LMU submits monthly crime statistics to the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI). Specific policies and procedures are available upon request from the Campus Police and Security Department. In the event of an emergency or any other security need, look for an officer, call a police officer at (423) 526-6526 (dial in your phone number), or phone the Security Office at (423) 869-6911. Warnings (crime, emergencies, or weather-related) particular to the University community are coordinated through all or a combination of the following: LMU Police, the Office of the President, the Office of Student Services, and the LMU Health and Safety Committee (12/18/03).
Crime Statistics at LMU for the past calendar years are listed in the general student handbook in accordance with The Clery Act, 20 U.S.C. §1092 and 34 CFR 668.46(b)(1) & 34 CFR 668.46(c)(1)-(2).
Financial Aid Office
The Office of Financial Aid is responsible for providing qualified students with the appropriate documentation and counseling to secure financial assistance in the form of loans, scholarships, and grants. The Office of Financial Aid can be reached at 800-325-0900, extension 6336.