Summer 2021 Lineworker Reg Guide

Welcome to Bismarck State College This registration guide will assist you with your transition to BSC. It is divided into four sections:

Prepare for Registration

Resource Day

To Get Started…

Grab the checklist provided in your registration folder.

Mark each item off when completed.

Need help? Look for the sheets or video tutorials.

it will link to detailed help.

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Prepare for Registration Apply for Summer Financial Aid ACTION ITEMS If you have not completed the FAFSA 2020-2021, complete action items 1-4.

If you have completed the FAFSA 2020-2021, complete action items 3 and 4.

1. Create an Account • Go to studentaid.gov • Both student and parent need to create a username and password 2. Complete FAFSA 2020-2021 (Free Application for Federal Student Aid).

• Go to studentaid.gov 3. Complete the Summer Aid Request.

4. Watch for communications posted to your CampusConnection and BSC campus email.

Financial Aid helps students and their families secure the resources necessary to fund a BSC education.

Many types of aid are available through federal and state programs and through BSC. Be aware of the individual deadlines for any institutional, state, and/or outside scholarships.

Federal Financial Aid is available for summer semester if you plan to be enrolled at least half-time (6 credits) and have remaining aid that was NOT used during the fall 2020 and spring 2021 semesters.

Federal Student Aid Home Page

Complete FAFSA Form

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Prepare for Registration Apply for Fall Financial Aid ACTION ITEMS 1. Create an Account.

• Go to studentaid.gov • Both student and parent need to create a username and password 2. Complete FAFSA 2021-2022 (Free Application for Federal Student Aid).

• Go to studentaid.gov 3. Watch for communications posted to your CampusConnection and BSC campus email.

Financial Aid helps students and their families secure the resources necessary to fund a BSC education.

Many types of aid are available through federal and state programs and through BSC. Be aware of the individual deadlines for any institutional, state, and/or outside scholarships.

Federal Student Aid Home Page

Complete FAFSA Form

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Prepare for Registration Claim your NDUS User ID and Password You will need a User ID and Password to log in to CampusConnection in order to register for classes, accept or decline aid, and pay tuition.

ACTION ITEMS 1. If you have not already done so, claim your NDUS account.

Claim my Account •

Watch video – then click “Claim your NDUS Account”

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Will require you to enter your date of birth and EMPLID

What is My EMPLID? •

Click on “Find my EMPLID”

2. Already claimed your account but forgot your User ID or Password?

I Forgot My User ID •

Click on “Find my User ID”

I Forgot My Password

NDUS Self Service Help Desk Page

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Prepare for Registration Apply for Summer Housing ACTION ITEMS 1. Apply for Summer On-Campus Housing.

• Be prepared to pay a $25 application fee via debit or credit card.

2. Students can move into residence hall on Saturday June 12 or Sunday June 13. Watch for communications via mail regarding housing regulations.

Go To: BismarckState.edu • • • •

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Click “Student Life” Click “Housing Options” Click “Housing Self-Service” Sign in with your CampusConnection User ID & Password Click “Applications/Contracts” Choose appropriate Lineworker application.

Pay $25 application fee via debit or credit card.

Complete the application

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Prepare for Registration Apply for a Summer Meal Plan (Optional) ACTION ITEMS 1. Apply for Summer On & Off Campus Meal Plans (Optional). Click here.

2. Contact Student Finance after you have submitted the application.

Last Name A-H: 701-224-5533 I-R: 701-224-5691 S-Z: 701-224-5706

Go To: BismarckState.edu • • • • • • •

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Click “Student Life” Click “Dining Service” Click “Meal Plans” Click ”Summer On & Off Campus Meal Plans” Review Summer Meal Plan Contract Click “Application for Mystic Summer Meal Plan” Sign in with your Campus Connection Username and Password.

Complete the application Contact Student Finance

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Prepare for Registration Apply for Fall Housing ACTION ITEMS 1. Apply for Fall Housing.

You will need to complete the Fall Housing application if you plan on living in the residence halls during the fall and spring semesters. The term of the contract is August 22, 2021 to May 13, 2022.

Go To: BismarckState.edu • • • •

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Click “Student Life” Click “Housing Options” Click “Housing Self-Service” Sign in with your CampusConnection User & Password Click “Applications/Contracts” Choose appropriate semester Complete the application

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Prepare for Registration Apply for Fall Meal Plans ACTION ITEMS 1. Apply for Fall On OR Off Campus Meal Plans. Click here.

2. For more information about BSC meal plans, please call 701-224-5452.

Go To: BismarckState.edu • • • • •

Click “Student Life” Click “Dining Service” Click “Meal Plans” Click ”On OR Off Campus Meal Plans” Contact 701-224-5452 for questions

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Prepare for Registration Log into CampusConnection ACTION ITEM 1.

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Go to Bismarckstate.edu Go to “Resources For” Click on “Current Students” Select CampusConnection under “Quick Links” and log in.

Current Students home page

CampusConnection log in screen

Using your NDUS account ID and password, log in to CampusConnection, your one-stop shop for all student transactions.

CampusConnection allows you to: • Register (add/drop) for classes • View/Print class schedule • View unofficial transcripts • Accept/Decline financial aid • Search open and closed class sections

• View academic advisor • View grades • Order official transcripts • Pay tuition/fees • Manage your bio-demographic information

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Prepare for Registration View your Holds, To Do List, and Communications ACTION ITEMS View and Resolve: 1. CampusConnection To Do List.

2. CampusConnection Holds.

3. CampusConnection Student Communications.

Outstanding Holds and To Do’s are listed on your CampusConnection Student Homepage Task Tile. This could prevent you from registering for classes. Some holds are for information only.

To Do’s, Holds, and Communications may be applied by any North Dakota University System institution you have attended.

Communications are time sensitive materials. These communications may require your immediate attention and others are for information only.

CampusConnection Student Homepage

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Prepare for Registration Accept Financial Obligation Agreement ACTION ITEMS 1. Review the Summer Financial Obligation Agreement.

2. Accept the terms of the agreement.

This agreement is listed as a hold on your CampusConnection Student Homepage. It is an understanding of the legal obligation to pay charges assessed to your Student Account.

You will not be able to register until this hold is accepted.

To remove the hold, you will need to read and agree to the terms.

CampusConnection Student Homepage

2021 SUMMER

Financial Obligation Agreement

On your Student Homepage in CampusConnection: • • • • • • • •

Click “Manage Classes” Click “Sign Fin Obligation Agreement” Select institution: Bismarck State College Click on Magnifying Glass Select effective term: 2021 Summer Click “Submit” After reading the terms, click “Accept” Click “OK” to return to Student Center.

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Prepare for Registration Complete Medical Exam Form ACTION ITEMS 1. Student completes pages 1 and 2 of the Medical Exam Form.

2. Make an appointment with a licensed Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician of your choice.

• NP or Physician must complete and sign bottom of page 3.

3. Return the completed form to: • Academic Records PO Box 5587 Bismarck, ND 58506-5587 Fax: 701-224-5643 Since the physical form is designed for the Lineworker program, a high school sports physical is not acceptable.

Medical Examination Form

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Registration Review Degree Requirements Summer Requirements The Lineworker program degree requirements for summer are the following: Registration of LNWK 100 and LNWK 110 is required of all students.

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LNWK 100 – (4456) Introduction to Climbing Techniques On Campus - 3 credits – 06/14/2021 – 07/04/2021 This course is designed for students to learn basic climbing techniques required to be a lineworker.

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LNWK 110 – (4457) Equipment Operations On Campus - 3 credits – 06/14/2021 – 07/04/2021 A mix of classroom training, outdoor lab work, studying and applying the safe and efficient operation of digger derricks, skid steer loaders, backhoes, and trenchers.

Registration of LNWK 104 is required only if the student does not have a CDL license.

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LNWK 104 – (4438) Introduction to Truck Driving Techniques Online - 1 credit – 06/14/2021 – 07/25/2021 This online course is designed to give Lineworker students instruction on specific truck driving information. This information will help prepare students to gain the North Dakota Department of Transportation Commercial Driver’s License Permit (CDL), as well as preparation for simulator training, behind the wheel training, pre-trip and practical examination.

Due to the nature of this course (online) we encourage you to bring your laptop.

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Lineworker advisors will work with each student individually to determine if registration of LNWK 104 is necessary. If needed, registration will take place on June 7.

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Students who have a CDL will not be required to register for LNWK 104 but must complete the prior learning process. The Alternative Learning Coordinator will assist students with this process the first week of fall semester classes. (August)

Fall & Spring Requirements Review degree plans online • •

Associate in Applied Science Program Certificate

Tuition, Books, & Tools • •

Estimated costs for summer tuition/fees, room and meals are provided in your registration folder.

Tool list required for the fall semester can be found here.

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Registration Register for Classes ACTION ITEM 1. Register for summer classes by April 30, 2021.

What summer classes do I register for?

Class

Class Number

LNWK 100

4456

LNWK 110

4457

CampusConnection Student homepage

On your Student Homepage in CampusConnection: • • • •

Click “Manage Classes” Click “Class Search and Enroll” Select Bismarck State College -Summer 2021 Please click here for further detailed instructions

Fall Registration will take place on a day within the three-week summer session. Only those students who successfully pass the summer classes will receive a fall registration folder and attend fall registration.

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Registration Review Class Schedule ACTION ITEM 1. Check that all classes appear on your class schedule.

You are not officially enrolled in a class unless it appears on your class schedule. Your class schedule provides you with class location, instructor, start/end dates, and times. You will need your class schedule to purchase your textbooks.

CampusConnection Student homepage

Class Schedule - List View

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After Registration Accept or Decline Summer Financial Aid ACTION ITEMS 1. Accept/Decline Summer Financial Aid. Look for your Financial Aid award communications, posted to your CampusConnection and BSC campus email.

Your financial aid file needs to be completed before you can charge textbooks against your financial aid.

We recommend that you do not borrow more than you need for your educational expenses.

If you are unsure of how much to borrow, review the Summer Estimated Costs sheet located in your registration folder or contact Financial Aid at 701-224-5494 or bsc.financialaid@bismarckstate.edu for assistance.

CampusConnection Student Homepage

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After Registration Set up your Refund Preference ACTION ITEMS 1. Enroll in Direct Deposit 2. Select Bismarck State College Bismarck State College has partnered with BankMobile to deliver your financial aid refund.

For more information about BankMobile, visit this link: https://bankmobiledisbursements.com/refundchoicessso/.

CampusConnection – Student Homepage

Questions…

Contact the Student Finance Office: (701) 224-5533 (last name A-K) (701) 224-5706 (last name L-Z) bsc.studentfinance@bismarckstate.edu

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After Registration Pay Tuition ACTION ITEMS 1. View your tuition and fee balance in Account Summary.

2. Pay tuition.

Student Finance starts accepting summer payments on May 6, 2021.

▪ Online through CampusConnection ▪ In person: Student Finance Office, Schafer Hall, 1st floor ▪ By Mail: BSC Student Finance; PO Box 5587; Bismarck ND 58506 ▪ By Phone: o Last Name A – H:701-224-5533 o Last Name I – R: 701-224-5691 o Last Name S – Z: 701-224-5706 ▪ As an authorized user: o Setup an authorized user o Make a payment as an authorized user Tuition and fees on the student account are due the first day of class. All other charges such as late fees, fines, room, board, etc. are due the date they are incurred.

CampusConnection – Student Homepage

Can’t pay your bill by the designated due date, don’t PANIC! You can pay as the funds become available to you, as long as the payment is made in full within the term you are enrolled. Should you choose this route, you will subject to late fees of 1.75% on balances 30 or more days past due, holds and restrictions, and will receive communication that accompanies late payments.

For further information, visit the tuition and fees webpage.

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After Registration Complete Entrance Loan Counseling and Master Promissory Note (MPN) This only applies to students accepting loans for the first time. If you complete this for the summer semester, you will not have to complete this again for the fall semester.

ACTION ITEMS 1. Go to Studentaid.gov and log in.

2. Complete entrance counseling.

3. Complete Master Promissory Note (MPN).

Entrance Loan Counseling: Before receiving a student loan, borrowers must complete an entrance counseling session. This quick and easy interactive counseling session provides useful tips and tools to help you develop a budget for managing your educational expenses and helps you to understand your loan responsibilities.

Master Promissory Note (MPN): The Loan Agreement is a legal document in which you promise to repay your loan(s) and any accrued interest and fees to the U.S. Department of Education. It also explains the terms and conditions of your loan(s).

Please note that your accepted Federal Student Loans will not disburse to your student account until these items are completed.

Federal Student Aid – Complete Aid Process

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After Registration Complete FERPA ACTION ITEMS 1. Submit the FERPA Release Form.

• NDUS Username & Password required.

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The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA) prohibits BSC from releasing Educational records to any Third Party without written consent.

Academic and financial records will not be released without written consent from you.

This can include parents or guardians, employers and third-party funding agencies.

For further information, visit our Family Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) webpage.

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After Registration Review Dates & Deadlines ACTION ITEMS 1. Print the Dates & Deadlines Schedule.

2. Print the Academic Calendar.

3. Mark add, drop, and refund deadlines on your calendar.

BSC provides all important dates and deadlines in two documents.

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Academic Calendar – lists school dates, such as textbook purchasing, tuition deadlines, and school breaks.

Dates and Deadlines Schedule – lists classes by length as well as the add, drop, and withdraw deadlines. It also includes the last day to drop/withdraw for 100% tuition refund.

You are responsible for knowing the “Dates & Deadlines” not abiding by these dates could not only impact your GPA, but your wallet as well!

Academic Calendar

Dates & Deadlines Schedule

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After Registration Multi-Factor Authentication - Duo ACTION ITEMS 1. Enroll in Duo.

2. Install/Activation Duo Mobile.

Multi-Factor authentication (MFA) is an online security system for your sensitive and personal information. BSC uses Duo Security MFA to provide you with even better security for your sensitive information.

To learn more and view step-by-step instructions on how to enroll your device(s) with Duo, click here.

Duo Log-in (Enroll)

Duo Start Set-up

Duo Installation Duo Activation

For more information please contact the BSC Help Desk during regular business hours.

(701) 224-5442 bsc.helpdesk@bismarckstate.edu Monday – Friday 8:00am – 4:00pm (cdt) 23

After Registration Access your BSC Email ACTION ITEMS 1.

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Log in to your BSC Email.

Check for new communications.

Setup your email on your mobile phone.

Read the BSC Student Email policy.

BSC student email is the college’s official means of communication with students.

You are expected to check your BSC email on a frequent and consistent basis in order to stay current with academic and financial communications as well as College events.

What is my BSC email address?

NDUS ID@bismarckstate.edu Example: jane.doe@bismarckstate.edu How do I login to my email?

NDUS ID@ndus.edu Example: Username: jane.doe@ndus.edu Password: NDUS account password (same as CampusConnection)

Username log in screen

Email log in screen

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After Registration Review Student Handbook ACTION ITEMS 1. View the Student Handbook to learn more about BSC. The BSC Student Handbook is more than just a policy manual, it includes information about campus resources, safety information, extracurricular activities, and more. The handbook lists offices you may need to go to for particular information and how to contact them.

Student Handbook

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