Vern Resources
Vern students, faculty and staff access GW resources that enable our community to learn, thrive, and explore their passions.
VERN VIRTUAL SUGGESTION BOX
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ACADEMIC
- Academic Advising
Two CCAS Academic Advisors serve the Mount Vernon Campus from the Academic Building, room 119. Students may schedule appointments with them on the advising website for PODS 1 and 2.
- Eckles Library
A member of the GW University Libraries, Eckles provides a comfortable and relaxed academic environment for study as well as award-winning staff. Multiple resources are available for students seeking support in writing, tutoring, and research.
CAMPUS FACILITIES & AMENITIES
- Dining
On-campus dining options on the Vern include the all-you-care-to-eat buffet at Pelham Commons in West Hall, the Buff & Brew Coffee Shop, and the Mount Vernon Market, which is an Amazon Just-Walk-Out market in Ames Hall that offers convenience hours.
- Key Depot
Key Depot is in West Hall, B105
- Mail & Package Services
Mail and Package Services are located in West Hall, Suite B-114A. Student mailboxes are located on the B1 level of West Hall, across from the Fitness Center.
- Residence Halls
The Vern features six residence halls that offer students a variety of living arrangements from shared rooms to suite-style spaces.
- Safety & Security
The GW Police Department’s Vern office is located at Ames Hall, B313
In case of an emergency, call 202-242-6111.
- Transportation
The Vern Express (VEX) provides a frequent link to Foggy Bottom. Vern students can also access Lyft Credits. The Mount Vernon Campus welcomes bicycles, too.
WELLBEING
- CARE Referrals
CARE referrals are a pathway through which students who may need additional support can be identified and referred to the most appropriate services.
- DSA Wellbeing Resources
The Division for Student Affairs has a comprehensive wellbeing resource directory for students, staff and faculty.
- Recreation & Fitness
The Vern has many opportunities to engage in fitness and recreation.
- Student Health Center
The Student Health Center hosts weekly service hours on the Vern in Merriweather Hall.
STUDENT SERVICES
- Connect with the MVC Team
Mount Vernon staff, including the Dean, Assistant Director, Program Associate, and Community Coordinators, work at the Webb Building. At Webb you can find snacks, a comfy couch, a sunny patio, and sometimes a campus dog or two. The building is open daily from 9 a.m to 8 p.m.
- Interfaith & Spiritual Life
The Center for Interfaith & Spiritual Life maintains an office and prayer space on the Vern in Academic Room 113.
- Performing Arts
The Vern’s West Hall is home to a 1,600 square foot Black Box Theater, a recording studio for music and podcasts, a dance studio, and music rehearsal rooms, which are available for reservation.
- Vern Communications
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