Arrangements can be made to continue allergy injections while the student is on campus. Students who do not complete the required Health History and immunization record may be denied access to Health Services and will have a hold put on their registration for subsequent semesters. The physicians and nurses at the Engle Center are interested in encouraging optimum health practices to prevent illness and injury. A significant part of their work with students involves helping students stay healthy and fit and develop lifelong patterns of self-care. The Health Education Nurse is responsible to provide students with accurate, current information regarding health and wellness issues.
Students are responsible to notify professors prior to class absence due to illness.
Health Services will notify professors of prolonged absences such as hospitalization. Faculty members make the final determination on whether or not to accept the student's request for an excused absence from class. Residence Education Residence halls at Messiah College provide more than a place for sleep and study. They promote an environment for personal growth. By living together, students are exposed to people with different backgrounds, habits, ideas, and personalities.