Student Services
A Christian Community of Faith and LearningStudent Services | Student Wellness
The purpose of the Student Wellness Program at Welch College is to retain and nurture students by providing opportunities that promote psychological and physical wellness. Some of the components of this program are listed below.
Christian Counseling Network
Welch College offers an on-campus counselor, as well as referral services, to current students needing Christian counseling. Please see the Student Handbook or contact the Campus Counselor for more information on details and eligibility.
Tennessee Crisis Services: call 855-CRISIS-1 (855-274-7471) or text ‘TN’ to 741-741
National Suicide Hotline: call 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
Growth Groups
Students have the opportunity to join a Growth Group. In most cases, group members will read a section from a Christian living book on their own time each week, and then come together during lunch to discuss and personally reflect upon material from the book. All of the Growth Group materials are written from a Christian perspective. Joining a Growth Group may be optional, but it is always beneficial. Past groups have reviewed the books, The Search for Significance; 30 Days to Taming Your Tongue; and the video study series, Song of Solomon. Students are asked to purchase the books. However, a student can sell the book back to the group leader if the individual successfully completes the sessions. Please contact Jon Forlines or Susan Forlines if you are interested in finding out when the next group starts.
SWEAT
SWEAT stands for Student Wellness Exercise Anytime. With an emphasis on healthy eating, moderate exercise, and good life-choices, students are exposed to a variety of activities that will lead to smart choices for a lifetime. Frequent physically challenging outings are sponsored by Welch College for the college family to enjoy. Outings include early riser clubs, hikes at Radnor Lake, Climb Nashville outings, dodgeball in the gym, ice skating trips, paintball, hiking nature trails at Percy Warner, and the Country Music Marathon.
Marriage Enrichment Group
This marriage emphasis weekend is open to all students. The Song of Solomon DVD series by Tommy Nelson is an excellent tool for students who seek to honor God through healthy relationships and a healthy understanding of sexuality and intimacy. This marriage enrichment weekend also includes discussion groups. This is a free event for all Welch College students. Meetings TBA.
Student Services | Additional Support
Night Watch Campus Security
Contact night watch at 615-347-8199. Students are urged to save this number in their cell phones and call if you are coming in after dark and want someone to meet you.
Job Bank
Welch College students have an outstanding reputation in Gallatin and Nashville for their honest and hardworking approach to their jobs. For that reason, several businesses and individuals regularly contact the college to post work opportunities. Students frequently receive multiple Job Bank emails detailing choice job opportunities in local businesses and homes.
Celorio Hall Dining
Welch College contracts its meals in the cafeteria to Pioneer College Caterers. Consult the college catalog for meal plan information for dorm and commuter students. Click on their name above to visit their website. Food Service Director, diningservices@welch.edu
Tutoring Request
Welch College offers a peer tutoring option for students who feel they would benefit from the service. Students can go by the office of the Provost or Student Services for an interview and request form.
Voter Registration
Welch College urges every student to register to vote and practice their right to vote in local, state, and national elections. Click here to find online information about how to register to vote.
Selective Service Registration Information
Almost all males living in the U.S., who are 18-25 years old, are required to register with Selective Service. Click here to find out exactly who is required. Click here to register online.
The Office of Student Services
Dr. Jon Forlines
Vice President for Student Services | Dean of Students | Associate Professor of Psychology
Campus Life Support Team
Mr. Chris Talbot
Instructor of Ministry | Program Coordinator, Youth and Family Ministry | Campus Pastor
Dr. Sarah Bracey
Assistant Professor of Psychology | Program Coordinator, Psychology
