Academic Advising and New Student Orientation Handbook (2017-18)

Charting Your Course for Success Advising and Orientation Handbook 2017–18

1 Advising and New Student Orientation IvyTech.edu/advising • IvyTech.edu/orientation 2017 – 18

table of contents Chancellor’s Greeting............................................... 2 Academic Advising................................................... 3 Accuplacer Assessment Placement Information....... 4 Checklist.................................................................. 4 Tips on Being Successful......................................... 5 Student Workshop Series......................................... 5 Academic Progress............................................... 6–7 Transfer General Ed Core Competencies................. 8 Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act.............. 9 Students and Advisors............................................ 10 Scheduling Worksheet........................................... 11 Ivy Tech Jargon Made Easy.............................. 12–13 Explore Ivy Tech Programs............................... 14–15 College Resources.................................................. 16 Community Resources........................................... 17 Campus Location and Building Maps ............. 18–24 Career Development.............................................. 25 Express Enrollment Center.................................... 25 Financial Aid.................................................... 26–27

Ivy Tech Community College

Library Services................................................ 28–29

Ivy Tech Community College Student Life..................................................... 30–31 2017–18 Academic Calendar................................. 32 Online Coursework 101......................................... 33 New Edition Bookstore.......................................... 33 MyIvy Quick Guide.......................................... 34–35 TRIO...................................................................... 36 Notes............................................................... 37–40

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Ivy Tech Statewide Academic Advising Mission Statement Consistent with the mission and goals of Ivy Tech Community College, Academic Advising is committed to engaging students in intentional, collaborative, supportive, and meaningful partnerships. Grounded in teaching and learning, Academic Advising will assist students in achieving their personal, educational, cultural, and career goals while becoming self-directed, lifelong learners.

Academic Advising Center HM1015 Hours: Monday–Thursday: 8 a.m.–6 p.m.

Friday: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.

888-IVY-LINE (888-489-5463)

Greetings and welcome!

Staff:

Congratulations on your decision to attend Ivy Tech Community College Northeast—a premiere, studentfocused institution of higher learning in northeast Indiana.

You’ve made the right choice!

Whether you are attending college for the first time, returning to college, or preparing to enter the job market soon, Ivy Tech Northeast is poised to help you achieve your academic goals. We offer two paths to help you realize your potential: Here, you can earn a credential, such as an associate degree or job-ready certificate, or you can take advantage of our streamlined transfer processes to advance toward a four-year college degree in a more affordable way.

One of the best ways to ensure student success is to know which college resources exist and how to use them. Refer to this handbook often as your starter guide in this process.

From academic advising and financial aid to tutoring services and student life, the topics outlined here serve as the foundational tools to help you identify career- and social-development opportunities.

On behalf of Ivy Tech Northeast’s faculty and staff, always remember that our purpose is to support you along your journey by changing lives and making Indiana great.

Director

Danielle Witzigreuter

dwitzigreuter@ivytech.edu

General Advising:

Assistant Director Brad Peters bpeters44@ivytech.edu

Assistant Director Sarah Wehrkamp swehrkamp@ivytech.edu

Advisor Dion Boyd dmboyd@ivytech.edu

Advisor Ron Busch rbusch@ivytech.edu

Advisor Matthew Cashdollar mcashdollar@ivytech.edu

Advisor Cherish Bosley ccoley6@ivytech.edu

Advisor Shannon Crowder sgerber14@ivytech.edu

Advisor Dawn Hammond dhammond1@ivytech.edu

Advisor Karen Kepler kkepler@ivytech.edu

Advisor Mandy Mills amills53@ivytech.edu

Advisor Angie Panza apanza@ivytech.edu

Advisor Shelley Parson sparson@ivytech.edu

Pre-Nursing Advising:

Advisor Advisor

Jacquelyn Clapper-Erpelding jclapper@ivytech.edu Ann Lewis elewis28@ivytech.edu

Thank you for joining the Ivy Tech Northeast family.

Jerrilee K. Mosier, Ed.D.

Chancellor, Ivy Tech Community College Northeast

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Accuplacer Assessment Placement Information

Reading and Writing Courses Reading score ____

ENGL 063

Reading Strategies for College

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ENGL 073

Introduction to College Writing

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ENGL 075

Integrated Reading and Writing

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ENGL 111

English Composition

Writing score

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Elementary Algebra score _______

Math Courses ____

MATH 023

Essentials of Algebra I

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MATH 080

Mathematical Principles

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MATH 100

Intermediate Algebra

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MATH 123

Quantitative Reasoning

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MATH 136

College Algebra

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MATH 211

Calculus

Tips on Being Successful • Realize your first year in college will be a time of change. Your life will be different, and you may have to make some adjustments in your habits, attitudes, independence, and emotions.

• Establish a routine time to study for each class and a place to study. For every hour you spend in class, you may need to spend two to three hours outside of class studying, approximately 10 hours per week per class.

• Work out a responsible plan for time management. Planning time for class and study in your schedule should be your top priority.

• Get help when you need it. The Center for Academic Excellence in Harshman Hall offers FREE tutoring. Go early. Go often.

Tutor.com also offers free online tutoring • Seek out the information necessary for your success here. Check your MyIvy account regularly, and read campus publications for important dates, registration time frames, and campus information.

• Get involved/make connections. Ivy Tech is a community of students, faculty, and staff. Take advantage of programs and activities offered through Student Life to interact with your peers, instructors, advisors, and staff, both academically and socially.

Student Workshop Series

Technology Students

Elementary Ed Students

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FOUN 071

Tech Foundations

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MATH 122

Applied Technical Mathematics

MATH 141

Math for Elementary Education

Various success workshop seminars are conducted every semester, including ...

• Budgeting • Financial management • Note taking • Problem solving

Accuplacer Resources For more information on preparing for the Accuplacer, please contact the Center for Academic Excellence at 260-480-4262 in Harshman Hall (HM1610).

For more information on Assessment Center hours and retesting, contact the Assessment Center at 260-480-2043 in Harshman Hall (HM0126).

• Overcoming test anxiety • Healthy personal relationships The location, date, and time for these workshops and other events can be found on MyIvy.

Checklist 

Register for classes

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Review for the Accuplacer test in the Center for Academic Excellence _______ Ivy Prep _______Ed Ready

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Retest (if applicable): Math _______ Writing _______ Reading _______

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Complete all financial aid steps by the financial aid processing priority date

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If not using financial aid, pay in full or set up payment plan at the Express Enrollment Center or online through MyIvy

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Get free student ID card, parking permit, and fitness center access code (with class schedule) at Harshman Hall security desk

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Purchase books online through eFollet on MyIvy or at the campus bookstore (with student ID card and class schedule)

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Sign up for on-campus orientation at IvyTech.edu/orientation

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Schedule a follow up appointment with your advisor at IvyTech.edu/advising

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Satisfactory Academic Progress

Satisfactory Academic Progress: Other Important Information to Consider

You must maintain a 2.0 cumulative grade-point average (GPA) or above.

This is a “C” average. Go to IvyTech.edu/advising to access an online GPA calculator.

The College’s entire SAP policy applies to all financial aid recipients, even during periods when they did not receive aid.

Extenuating circumstances are necessary in order for your appeal to be considered. Extenuating circumstances are major events that are beyond your control that significantly interfere with your ability to successfully complete courses for a specific (temporary) period of time.

The following federal regulations are especially important if you are receiving financial aid: You must successfully complete 67 percent of the credits you attempt.

• Death of a close relative

• Withdrawals and repeats count against your completion rate.

• Your injury or illness

You must not take an excess of courses that are not required for your program.

• Other “special” life-altering circumstances beyond your control such as a fire, flood, tornado

• This means you should not take classes that are not required in order to reach full-time status.

You may receive financial aid for up to 30 credits of remedial coursework.

Examples of extenuating circumstances that are acceptable include (but are not limited to)

Examples of extenuating circumstances that are unacceptable include (but are not limited to) • Child care issues

• See Page 2 (Accuplacer Assessment Placement Information), if required.

• Job schedule, including changes to the schedule • Transportation problems • Changing academic programs multiple times

If you do not make satisfactory academic progress:

• Unemployment

1. You will be allowed one semester on warning.

2. If after that semester you are not back in good standing, your enrollment status will be terminated.

3. You can choose to appeal your termination.

• Having been unmotivated in the past but are now motivated to succeed

Your academic advisor is here to help you be a successful college student. If you are experiencing any issues that are interfering with that success, contact your advisor as soon as possible. We can help you come up with solutions and/or help minimize the impact of a difficult semester.

If your appeal is approved, you may only be allowed to attend on a part-time basis.

For more information, go to IvyTech.edu/financial-aid, call 888-IVY-LINE, or visit the Express Enrollment Center in the Student Life Center on Ivy Tech’s North Campus.

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Ivy Tech provides many resources to help students achieve success, and your advisor is here to help you find those resources and connect with them.

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Ivy Tech Community College Courses Fulfilling Indiana Transfer General Education Core Competencies Written Communication

3 credits

STEM: 3 credits

3–6 credits

STEM: 3 credits

ENGL 111 English Composition* Speaking and Listening

COMM 101 Fundamentals of Public Speaking* and/or COMM 102 Introduction to Interpersonal Communication* Quantitative Reasoning

3–9 credits

STEM: 6–9 credits

MATH 118 Concepts in Mathematics (not a STEM selection)*; MATH 123 Quantitative Reasoning (not a STEM selection); MATH 135 Finite Math* (not a STEM selection); MATH 136 College Algebra*; MATH 137 Trig with Analytic Geometry*; MATH 201 Brief Calculus*; MATH 202 Brief Calculus II*; MATH 211 Calculus I*; MATH 212 Calculus II*; MATH 221 Calculus for Technology I; MATH 222 Calculus for Technology II Scientific Ways of Knowing

3–10 credits

STEM: 6–10 credits

ASTR 101 Solar System Astronomy*; BIOL 101 Introductory Biology*; BIOL 105 Biology I*; BIOL 107 Biology II*; BIOL 121 General Biology; BIOL 211 Microbiology I*; CHEM 101 Introductory Chemistry*; CHEM 105 General Chemistry I*; CHEM 111 Chemistry I; PHYS 101 Physics I*; PHYS 102 Physics II*; PHYS 220 Mechanics*; PHYS 221 Heat, Electricity, & Optics; SCIN 100 Earth Science*; SCIN 111 Physical Science* Social and Behavioral Ways of Knowing

3–9 credits

STEM: 3–6 credits

ANTH 154 Cultural Anthropology; ECON 101 Economics Fundamentals*; ECON 201 Principles of Economics*; ECON 202 Principles of Microeconomics*; HIST 101 Survey of American History I*; HIST 102 Survey of American History II*; HIST 111 World Civilization I; HIST 112 World Civilization II; POLS 101 Introduction to American Government and Politics*; POLS 211 Introduction to World Politics*; PSYC 101 Introduction to Psychology*; PSYC 201 Lifespan Development*; PSYC 205 Abnormal Psychology*; PSYC 240 Human Sexuality*; SOCI 111 Introduction to Sociology*; SOCI 164 Multicultural Studies; SOCI 245 Cultural Diversity; SOCI 252 Social Problems* Humanistic and Artistic Ways of Knowing

3–9 credits

STEM: 3 credits

ARTH 101 Survey of Art and Culture*; ARTH 102 Survey of Art and Culture II*; ARTH 110 Art Appreciation*; ENGL 202 Creative Writing*; ENGL 206 Introduction to Literature*; ENGL 214 Introduction to Poetry*; ENGL 220 Introduction to World Literature*; ENGL 221 Introduction to World Literature After the Renaissance*; ENGL 222 American Literature to 1865*; ENGL 223 American Literature After 1865*; FREN 101 French Level 1*; FREN 102 French Level II*; FREN 201 French Level III*; FREN 202 French Level IV*; HUMA 100 Theatre Appreciation*; HUMA 118 Music Appreciation*; PHIL 101 Introduction to Philosophy*; PHIL 102 Introduction to Ethics*; PHIL 220 Philosophy of Religion*; SPAN 101 Spanish Level I*; SPAN 102 Spanish Level II*; SPAN 201 Spanish Level III*; SPAN 202 Spanish Level IV* Total Transfer General Education Core

30 minimum credits

*CTL courses ** All courses are appropriate for STEM programs unless otherwise noted.

STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Math; students pursuing a degree in these areas should follow the STEM requirements

Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) An Introduction to FERPA

Directory Information

FERPA is an acronym for the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act. Congress enacted FERPA in 1974. FERPA applies to all schools that receive funding under most programs administered by the Secretary of Education. One of the primary rights afforded to students is the right to have some control over the disclosure of personally identifiable information from their education records.

This is information that is generally not considered to be harmful or an invasion of privacy if disclosed. An important point is that directory information may be personally identifiable information.

However, they are not mutually exclusive. Ivy Tech Northeast has identified directory information as follows:

Who has FERPA protection?

At the post-secondary level, rights under FERPA are afforded the student and not the parents. There is no age requirement.

FERPA rights begin once a student attends the institution and will continue for life.

Why is the definition of “education records” important?

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FERPA does not require the release of directory information but allows the school to designate certain information as directory information that may be released without seeking written permission of the student. Students are given an opportunity at registration to indicate that they do not want any directory information released.

The law only applies to “education records” and not the more generic “student records,” which could include medical, employment, or law enforcement records.

Note: Prior consent to review records is not required for school officials who have a “legitimate educational interest,” or legal right to know, in order to fulfill his or her professional responsibility.

What are education records?

Release of Personal Information

Education records are directly related to a student and are maintained by an educational agency or institution. Often, education records are thought of as files in the student records office. However, education records are any record maintained in any medium, including but not limited to computer media, email, microfilm/film, video/audio tape, and handwriting/print.

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What must an institution do to protect FERPA rights?

The student has the right to limit disclosure of “personally identifiable information” contained in education records.

In general, a school may not release personally identifiable information, unless the student provides prior consent.

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• Name and dates of attendance • Majors, degrees awarded, honors, and previous institutions attended

The post-secondary student generally controls the release of education records to himself or others through prior consent and in writing.

Education records include more than what is found in a student’s file in the Office of Student Affairs.

Personally identifiable information should not be released to a third party without the consent of the student.

Directory information may be released to a third party, but the release is not required by FERPA. However, the student may restrict the release of directory information.

For additional information on FERPA, please contact the Registrar’s office at 888-IVY-LINE (888-489-5463).

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Scheduling Worksheet Functions & Responsibilities of Students & Advisors

Directions: Below is a grid to help you manage your time. Mark out the times you will be attending class in addition to time you will need to study, work, travel, etc. This will help you to see how to plan and manage your time.

Weekly Schedule

Three R’s of Advising

Relationships

Schedule for the week of _____________________

• Remember, advising is a two-way street • Foster open communication

Monday

• Build a connection

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

7am

• Clarify your values, interests, and goals Responsibility

8am

• Schedule regular visits, and be on time • Take ownership of your education

9am

• Follow through with tasks

10am

Resources • Learn policies, procedures, and requirements

11am

• Take advantage of opportunities • Check MyIvy and read e-mail at least weekly

12pm

Student Responsibilities

1pm

As an advisee, you have responsibilities in the advising partnership: • Meet with an academic advisor as often as necessary to acquire the information needed to take advantage of the educational opportunities available.

2pm 3pm

• Come prepared with questions and material for discussion.

• Maintain your personal records and official documents and bring them to advising appointments when necessary.

• Be knowledgeable about and abide by all appropriate academic policies and regulations.

• Become familiar with the program/courses appropriate to your major.

4pm 5pm

• Make decisions about academic, career, and personal goals.

6pm

• Be open concerning schoolwork, study habits, and academic programs.

7pm

Advisor Responsibilities An academic advisor at Ivy Tech is expected to fulfill the following expectations:

8pm

• Assist students in understanding college policies and procedures.

• Assist students in understanding curriculum, course content, and prerequisites.

9pm

• Encourage and guide students to help define and develop realistic goals.

10pm

• Assist students in reviewing the requirements of their chosen major.

• Provide referrals to other college and community resources when appropriate.

11pm 12am HHHHHdhdhd

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Sunday

IVY TECH NORTHEAST JARGON MADE EASY 3-Peat (Petition to repeat class 3 times): A student submits a form to the Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs (VCAA) in order to request to take a class for the third time.

AA: Associate of Arts

CNC: Computer Numerical Control is the automation of machine tools that are operated by precisely programmed commands encoded on a storage medium.

CRN: Course Registration Number

AAS: Associate of Applied Science

Café Verde: The quiet study space in the center of Coliseum Campus.

AS: Associate of Science AGS: Associate of General Studies Abbreviations galore -- SL, HM, TC, CC, PS: Abbreviations seen in front of room numbers on your schedule for Ivy Tech Northeast. They stand for Student Life Center (SL), Harshman Hall (HM), Technology Center (TC), Coliseum Campus (CC), and Public Safety Academy: Ivy Tech South Campus (PS).

Academic Advising Center: The office on campus where students with 14-or-fewer college-level credits receive advising about choosing classes and setting an academic plan.

Academic advisor: A faculty member or professional advisor assigned to help you make an academic plan, choose a major, or answer other questions about college.

Academic probation: A warning to a student that his or her academic progress is unsatisfactory and that she or he must improve.

Accreditation: An endorsement given to educational institutions or academic degree programs by an organization that reviews qualifications.

Admissions: The office on campus where people who are not yet enrolled can get answers to all their questions about Ivy Tech—from campus life to academic programs, and more.

Anthony Commons: The commons area located on the west end of the building in Coliseum Campus that also houses Wrap ‘N’ Roll Deli and Kelty’s Kafe.

Articulation agreement: An agreement between two institutions that allows credits from one institution to be accepted by the second institution.

Associate degree: A two-year degree from a college or university.

Audit: To attend a class without receiving academic credit or grade; or taking required testing; registration occurs after the class has met enrollment requirements, if space is available.

Bachelor’s degree: A four-year degree from a college, university, or professional school.

Blue Bamboo Cafe: Eatery at Student Life Center on the North Campus.

Bursar: The office on campus that takes payments.

C#/Student ID#: A unique numerical identifier assigned

by Ivy Tech to each individual student to serve as an ID for the length of time as a student.

CDL: Commercial Driver’s License

CNA: Certified Nursing Aide

Co-requisites: A class that must be taken with another specific class.

Commencement: Graduation ceremony Completion Rate: The number of credit hours successfully completed divided by the total number of credit hours attempted.

Course Number: The number your college or university uses to classify a course. You usually need this number in order to register for a class.

Cost of Attendance: An estimate of the total cost to attend as a full-time student. This estimate factors in tuition, books, miscellaneous expenses, travel, room and board.

Course numbers: Numbers assigned to specific classes.

Credit hour: Credit given for attending one lecture hour of class each week for 16 weeks or equivalent. Most college classes are three credit hours, meaning their total meeting time for a week is three hours.

Curriculum: All courses required for a particular degree as listed in the catalog.

Degree: A certificate of completion of a course of study. A diploma is issued in recognition of the accomplishment.

Elective: A course chosen from a specified list to meet a requirement, such as Statewide Elective, Transfer Cluster Elective, or Transfer General Education Core elective; alternately, a course chosen due to student interest, which may not meet a requirement.

Express Enrollment Center: The office in Student Life Center on the North Campus that will help with everything from enrollment needs to financial aid issues.

FAFSA: Free Application for Federal Student Aid found at https://fafsa.ed.gov/FAFSA/app/fafsa ; must be completed within stipulated time frames to be considered for financial aid or scholarships.

FSA ID: Federal Student Aid identification, which is comprised of a username and password and can be used to login to certain Federal Student Aid websites, such as the FAFSA. Fees: Course-related costs to attend college.

Final exams: Exams given at the end of a semester, generally over all of the material in the course. The final exam plan is often described in the initial class syllabus.

Financial Aid: Money you receive for your college tuition or expenses that you may or may not have to pay back.

Follett’s: The College’s bookstore (aka New Edition Bookstore) located on the lower level of Harshman Hall on the North Campus.

Full-time student: A student who enrolls in at least 12 credit hours of courses per semester.

General education: Classes including English, math, science, communication, social sciences, and other courses required to obtain an associate degree.

GPA: Grade-point average; the average of a student’s class grades, generally based on a 4.0 scale.

IVY TECH NORTHEAST JARGON MADE EASY Independent student: One of the following: at least 24 years old, married, a graduate or professional student, a veteran, a member of the armed forces, an orphan, a ward of the court, or someone with legal dependents other than a spouse, an emancipated minor or someone who is homeless or at risk of becoming homeless.

Intent to graduate: Declaring or applying for a date you intend to graduate from college.

International Students: Students who are nonimmigrant aliens allowed to enter the U.S. for a specific purpose and for a limited period of time. Many receive an F-1 student visa and enter the U.S. in F-1 status to pursue a full course of study toward a degree at an academic institution. International students may also seek an M-1 student visa if they are entering to pursue a course of study at a vocational or non-academic institution. There are many other visa classifications that may or may not permit enrollment at a post-secondary institution.

• F-1 Student: An F-1 student is a nonimmigrant who is pursuing a “full course of study” to achieve a specific educational or professional objective, at an academic institution in the United States that has been designated by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to offer courses of study to such students, and has been enrolled in SEVIS (the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System). The F-1 category is created by section 101(a)(15)(F) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA), and regulated

by DHS regulations at 8 C.F.R. 214.2(f).

• J-1 Status: Non-immigrant status conferred on exchange visitors participating in U.S. Department of State-approved exchange visitor programs who meet the requirements outlined in 8 CFR 214.2(j)(1).

• Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO): A person designated by a U.S. Department of State-authorized exchange visitor sponsor to support the Responsible Office and maintain SEVIS data.

Degree plan: A specific list of required courses and electives to be completed for a degree.

Graduation Rate: The percentage (or average number) of first-time, full-time students graduating with a degree within 150% of the timeframe to receive a credential [2year degree in 3 years, 1-year program in 1.5 years].

Dependent student: A student who does not meet any of the criteria for an independent student.

Grant (Pell): Financial assistance that does not require repayment, as long as the student has met attendance requirements.

Internet-based classes: Classes taken through the Internet instead of in a traditional classroom.

Distance education: Allows a student to take a course or a degree online at the time and place most convenient for the student.

HireIvy: Career Development ’s online job and internship board.

Internship: A job in a student’s field of study; may be required in some academic programs and may include salary and college credit.

Drop: Un-enrolling from a course prior to the deadline, which may result in some method of a refund to self-pay students.

Drop/Add: The process for dropping or adding classes within a specified period of time. Dropping a course may change one’s status from full-time to part-time status. Be aware of the deadline for exercising the drop/add option.

Dual Credit: High school students enrolled in high school and college courses for credit simultaneously, which leads to earlier college completion and/or transfer options.

Early College: Focused high school dual credit in a degree program that allows students to earn high school and college credit simultaneously leading to earlier college completion and/or transfer options. Student and academic supports are provided for students in their high school, so they can reach college and career readiness.

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Hybrid class: A name used to describe a course using the traditional face-to-face delivery and other components of learning, such as online assignments, lectures, and activities.

ICAP: Ivy Career Advancement Programs (ICAP) is a partnership program with area high schools focused on helping youth struggling to graduate or on track to graduate and want to take the next step in their education or job training. ICAP provides an alternative path for youth to continue their education in a college setting and earn a high school diploma and college credits. Upon completion, students may continue in a degree program, transfer to a different college, or enter the workplace.

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• Designated School Official (DSO): The person at each campus who federal law and regulations requires to update and maintain the SEVIS records of non-immigrant students in F and M visa categories.

IvyLearn: The online classroom environment website.

IvyLife: Student Life’s online portal for student organizations.

Ivy Tech Alert: Emergency text alert system so students can find out first when there’s an emergency on campus at IvyTech.edu/alert.

Ivy Tech email address: MyIvy username + @ivytech. edu = email address

Kelty’s Kafe: Weekly lunchspecials prepared by Hospitality Administration students at Coliseum Campus Anthony Commons.

Loans: Financial assistance that must be repaid (often times with interest).

Major: Your primary area of study. Your college major is the field you plan to get a job in after you graduate (for example: business, linguistics, anthropology, psychology, etc.).

Matriculation: A process that brings the college and student who enrolls for credit into an agreement designed to achieve the student’s educational goal.

Mid-term: The halfway point in a semester or course.

MyIvy: The online system students use to register for classes and check things like email, grades, bills, financial aid status, college announcements, calendars, just to name a few.

Non-resident: A student who isn’t an official resident of Indiana. Out-of-state tuition applies.

Online classes: Courses you take by computer instead of in a traditional classroom.

Part-time student: A student who enrolls in 11 credit hours or less (this definition can vary based upon source of funding). In financial aid terms, three-quarter time is 9–11 credit hours per semester, part-time is 6–8 credit hours per semester, and less than part-time is 1–5 credit hours per semester.

Prerequisite: A course that must be taken prior to enrollment in another course (For example, Astronomy 100 may be a prerequisite for Astronomy 200).

PSA: Public Safety Academy: Ivy Tech South Campus Registrar: A college office that directs registration, maintains student transcripts, and performs other duties as assigned. When faculty submit final grades, the registrar’s office posts them to your transcript. The registrar issues students’transcripts and evaluates incoming credits.

Scholarship: A form of financial aid you do not have to repay if all academic performance requirements are met. Students must apply for scholarship through IvyTech.edu/scholarships.

Some may require written essays along with the application in order to be considered.

Semester: The length of time a class lasts. There are three semesters: Fall starts mid-August and ends mid-December.

Spring starts mid-January and ends mid-May. Summer is eight weeks, from June to August.

Summer session: A summer term of approximately eight weeks.

Syllabus: An outline of the subjects in a course of study or teaching.

TC: Technical Certificate; an Ivy Tech credential of approximately 30 credits offered by many programs of study.

TRIO: A comprehensive student support services program available to first-generation students, low-income students, and students with disabilities. Free to students; funded by a grant from the U.S. Department of Education.

TSAP (Transfer Single Articulation Pathways): By completing a TSAP degree program, you will be eligible to transfer to a public four-year institution in the state of Indiana in junior status.

Three-quarter time: 9–11 credit hours Transcript: A student’s official college record showing courses taken, grades received, class standing, and graduation information. Transcripts may be obtained from the Bursar’s office.

Tuition: Costs for courses, not including certain fees.

Undeclared/undecided: A term used to describe the state of not yet having chosen a major field of study; the opposite of having declared a major.

VA student: A student who is attending college with veteran benefits, bills, or grants.

Registration: Enrollment in classes.

Web registration: Registration through MyIvy for classes.

Resident: A student who lives in Indiana. Tuition is more expensive for non-residents.

Weekday abbreviations: M = Monday, T = Tuesday, W = Wednesday, R = Thursday, F = Friday, S = Saturday

SAP (Satisfactory Academic Progress ): To remain in good academic standing at the College and retain eligibility for Title IV financial aid, students must maintain a minimum grade point average (GPA), complete the courses in which they enroll, and complete their program of study within a reasonable period of time. You can get specific information on every SAP status and its definition at IvyTech.edu/ financial-aid.

Withdrawal: The period of time in which a student may withdraw from a course by filing a change of enrollment form through the Express Enrollment Center. Records indicate a “W”rather than a grade when the withdrawal process is completed. Withdrawal deadlines are located on the College Calendar.

Ivy Tower Plaza: The outdoor commons area between Harshman Hall and the Student Life Center.

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Work-study program: A federal financial aid program that allows students to work on campus.

Wrap ’N’ Roll Deli: Eatery at Coliseum Campus Anthony Commons.

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CONTACT INFORMATION Business & Public Services Programs 260-480-4258 Health & Nursing Programs 260-480-4271 Technology Programs 260-480-4157 University/Transfer Programs 260-482-9171, ext. 4501

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College Resources

Community Resources

Student Resources at Ivy Tech Community College Northeast Help Center 7 a.m.–1 a.m. (EST): 888-IVY-LINE or IvyTech.edu/help

Academic Advising Center..................... HM1015 • Get help selecting courses • Develop an Academic Completion Plan (ACP) • Get help connecting to resources if you are struggling • Meet with the 21st Century Scholar Support Specialist

Academic Testing Center....................... HM1330 • Take the Accuplacer test • Take proctored tests for online classes • Take make up tests

Bookstore.............................................. HM0235 • Purchase books and supplies

Career Development............................. HM1102 • Get help choosing a major and career path • Find out about local and national salary, job outlook, and employment trends • Get help creating a resume and with job-seeking skills, including interviewing • Find out about internship and employment opportunities

Center for Academic Excellence...HM1610 & CC2308 • Get FREE tutoring for many classes • Use the open computer lab • Get help studying for the Accuplacer • Meet with the Online Technologies Coordinator for help with online courses

Disability Support Services................... HM1710

Financial Aid......................................................... SL118 • Submit documents for FAFSA verification (as applicable) • Get information about scholarships • Find out about work study opportunities

Fitness Center............................................SL109 • Work out for FREE using ellipticals, treadmills, and weights

Library................................................... CC1770 • Check out library books and materials • Get help researching for class assignments • Use inter-library loan services • Use the open computer lab

Security..... HM1704, CC and TC reception desks • Get your student ID, parking pass, and fitness center code with a copy of your current schedule--HM 1704 only • Report any concerns regarding safety and security

Student Life Office.................................... SL107 • Get information about student clubs and organizations • Find out how to get involved on campus

TRIO Program...................................... HM1656 Students must meet federal criteria to participate in this program • Get individualized guidance and support, including tutoring and mentoring

• Receive support and accommodations for documented physical and learning disabilities

• Continuing Education (FWCS)–260-467-1060 • Educational Opportunity Center–260-745-5421 • Learning Centers (Literacy Alliance)–260-426-7323 • East Wayne Street Center–260-422-6502 • Neighborhood Connection–260-467-1075 • Online GED Preparation–GEDonline.org

Counseling Services • Bowen Center – 1-800-342-5652 or 260-471-3500 (Two free sessions) • Park Center–260-481-2850 • IPFW Center for Healthy Living–260-481-5405 (new.ipfw.edu/clinic) • Erin’s House (Grief Support)–260-423-2466 • Hope Alive–260-420-6100 • Christopher Stack (VA Counselor)–260-460-1456 • Summit Counseling–260-443-5743 (summit-counseling.org)

Child Care • The Learning Community (TLC)–260-424-8852 • Early Childhood Alliance–260-745-2501, 800-423-1498 • Child Care Search (childcareindiana.org) • CANI–260-423-3546

• Community Harvest Food Bank–260-447-3696 • Salvation Army–260-744-2311 • East Wayne Street Center–260-422-6502 • Broadway Christian Church–260-422-3498 • Association Churches Food Bank System–260-422-3528

Coliseum Campus (CC)–3800 N. Anthony Blvd., Fort Wayne, IN 46805 North Campus Harshman Hall (HM)–3701 Dean Drive, Fort Wayne, IN 46835 Public Safety Academy: Ivy Tech South Campus (PSA)–7602 Patriot Crossing, Fort Wayne, IN 46816 North Campus Student Life Center (SL)–3701 Dean Drive, Fort Wayne, IN 46835 Technology Center (TC)–3701 Dean Drive, Fort Wayne, IN 46835 260-482-9171 or 888-IVY-LINE (888-489-5463) 2017 – 18

• Indiana Legal Services–260-424-9155, 888-442-8600

Community Tutoring Services • Educational Opportunity Center–260-745-5421 • Love Community Center–260-420-5061, 260-918-2207 • The Literacy Alliance–260-426-7323

Family Services • SCAN Inc.–800-752-7116 (scaninc.org) • Lutheran Social Services–260-426-3347 (lssin.org) • Salvation Army–260-744-2311 (safortwayne.org) • Catholic Charities–260-422-5625 (ccfwsb.org)

Clothing, Household Essentials • Cross Border Partners Inc.–260-484-8580 • Abundant Life Clothing Bank– 260-432-0014, 260-715-7173 • Broadway Christian Church–260-422-3498

Utility Assistance • City Utilities Relief Fund (Salvation Army)– 260-744-2311 • Energy Assistance Program (CANI)–260-423-3546

• CANI–800-589-2264 • Genesis Outreach Inc.–260-744-2800, 260-744-6170 • Deardorf Property Mgmt. (dpmapartments.com) • Kauffman Property Mgmt.–260-745-4839 (kpmhousing.com)

Emergency Housing/Shelters

• Broadway Christian Church–260-422-3498 • Catholic Charities–260-422-5625 • Lutheran Social Services–260-426-3347 • Salvation Army–260-744-2311

• Meet with the VA representative • Get help completing the FAFSA • Submit information to request a waiver from the Accuplacer test • Submit high school and college transcripts • Pay your bill or make payment arrangements and get information about your account • Get help registering for and dropping/adding classes • Get proof of enrollment for insurance, employers, etc.

• Change your program • Apply for graduation • Get official Ivy Tech transcripts

Legal Services

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• Fort Wayne Rescue Mission (males)–260-426-7357 • Charis House (females)–260-426-8123 • YWCA Domestic Violence Shelter–800-441-4073

FOR MORE RESOURCE AND REFERRAL INFORMATION

United Way of Allen County–260-422-4776 (unitedwayallencounty.org)

(unitedwayhelps.org/pages/UnitedWay2-1-1)

Dial 2-1-1 for free, confidential, 24-hour service If your cell phone provider does not support 2-1-1, call (toll-free) 1-877-502-0700. (211northeastindiana.org)

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Ivy Tech Community College Northeast • The Steel Dynamics, Inc. Keith E. Busse Technology Center North Campus, 3701 Dean Drive, Fort Wayne, IN 46835

Career Development is available to help students and alumni in all stages of the career development process. Services include: 1. Providing resume and cover letter development assistance 2. Facilitating job and internship search assistance through HireIvy (IvyTech.edu/hireivy) 3. Administering a career interests assessment (through Indiana Career Explorer) 4. Providing career exploration, advising, and planning assistance 5. Conducting mock interviews 6. Hosting networking events (large career fairs and program-specific job fairs) 7. Providing interview attire and “Dress for Success” referrals 8. Offering LinkedIn account assistance 9. Providing career-related workshops and classroom presentations 10. Engaging students in the Workforce Excellence Program (amijobready.com) Visit IvyTech.edu/career-development to learn more about the Career Development office. Career Development is located at the south entrance of Harshman Hall on Ivy Tech Northeast’s North Campus in HM1102.

1. Complete the admissions process 2. Turn in high school or other college transcripts 3. Get an official copy of your Ivy Tech transcript 4. Apply for and ask questions about financial aid 5. Register for classes 6. Complete your application for graduation 7. Complete a change of degree/major form 8. Set up your MyIvy student information account 9. Receive support services for military veterans (if applicable) 10. Pay your tuition and fees Visit IvyTech.edu/enrollmentcenter to learn more. The Express Enrollment Center is located in the Student Life Center on Ivy Tech Northeast’s North Campus in SL117.

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Important Things to Know About Financial Aid

The Financial Aid office ensures that financial aid applications are processed in a timely manner for all students. Students who have financial aid questions should always check in first at the Express Enrollment Center—the one stop for all of your enrollment needs. The Express Enrollment Center is located in the Student Life Building, SL117. Student service professionals in the Express Enrollment Center are available and trained to assist students with Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) completion, verification processes, online loan application processes, and answer general financial aid questions. When student service professionals are unable to resolve student issues, the student is then referred to the Financial Aid office for assistance.

The Financial Aid office is located in the Student Life Center, SL118. The Financial Aid Department phone number is 260-480-4136 and the fax number is 260-480-2054. The Ivy Tech Answer Center can be reached at 1.888.IVY.LINE (1-888-489-5463).

Office hours Mondays–Thursdays: 8 a.m.–6 p.m.

Fridays: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.

1. The filing date for FAFSA now opens Oct. 1, so students can file their FAFSA earlier than in the past by using completed tax information instead of “estimated income.”

FAFSA’s must be filed annually and you should always include Ivy Tech Community College (OE code 009917).

Additional information regarding filing deadline dates can be found at studentaid.ed.gov/sa/about/announcements/ fafsa-changes. The U.S. Department of Education provides students with a wide array of financial aid information.

Students are encouraged to visit studentaid.ed.gov/sa/.

2. To submit an online application for grants or scholarships from the State of Indiana, your FAFSA must be filed by April 15 each year. This includes funding under the 21st Century Scholarship, Frank O’Bannon Grant, Mitch

Daniels Early Gradation Scholarship, and Adult Student Grants. Information regarding state eligibility can be found at in.gov/che/4498.htm.

3. It is important the students be aware of the rules and regulations that surround receiving financial aid to attend college. Ivy Tech financial aid information and processing dates can be found at IvyTech.edu/financial-aid/2518.html.

My FAFSA has been filed. What happens next?

Normally, once your FAFSA has been filed and you have included Ivy Tech’s OE code (009917), the FAFSA is downloaded to Ivy Tech within three to four days. Processing of aid will begin once you are registered for classes. In order for aid to process, students must be registered for classes, have all verification requirements submitted and completed, and be in an eligible Satisfactory Academic Progress status.

Thirty percent of our students will be selected for a process called “verification.” This process is completed online through the Ivy Tech portal. Students who are required to complete verification will be notified at their Ivy Tech email account that various requirements are needed. Dependent students will require that parents also complete a portion of verification and will be notified once students set up their financial aid registration account. Student service professionals in the Express Enrollment Center are available to assist students through this process. It is recommended that this process begin as soon as you are notified that requirements are needed, as processing can take 7 to 10 days each time forms are resubmitted.

Once all verification requirements have been completed, student financial aid will begin to process. New students are mailed an award letter, but most students will review and monitor their award eligibility on the MyIvy student information portal, under the “Billing and Financial Aid” section. Once a student is registered for classes and all requirements are completed, students can click on the

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“Award” tab to review what financial aid assistance is available.

Financial aid is processed on a rolling basis and students are encouraged to monitor their accounts.

What are my personal responsibilities as a financial aid recipient?

As with all other responsibilities while attending college, it is important that students monitor their financial aid progress and ensure completion of the required aid process. As a student, it is your responsibility to ensure that your tuition charges are taken care of and that payment arrangements be made either through self-pay or through financial aid. Just completing the FAFSA does that ensure that financial aid will be available, so it is important that students monitor each individual step of the process until aid is processed and paid to their account.

Once financial aid is processed and paid to the account, all tuition, fees, and books charged against a student’s account will be deducted for the semester. Any remaining funds will be sent to the student in the form of a refund. Ivy Tech has partnered with BankMobile for refund processes. Students have the option to use the BankMobile card to receive their refunds, route the refund to their own bank account, or receive the balance through an individual check. The Bursar’s office handles all refund questions. The office is located in the Student Life Center (SL117). Students can call the office at 260-480-2064. Additional information about financial aid refunds can be found at IvyTech.edu/refunds/2590.html.

How does academic progress affect my financial aid eligibility?

Ivy Tech monitors satisfactory academic progress each semester of a student’s enrollment. It is very important that students be aware of their SAP status in order to maintain financial aid eligibility. This requires that students maintain a cumulative grade-point average that is greater than or equal to 2.0, and successfully completed 67 percent or more of all

attempted credit hours, and that all credit hours attempted are within 150 of the total credit hours required by the student’s declared program. It is important that students review the SAP standards or progress, which can be found at IvyTech.edu/financial-aid/2503.html.

What are my options regarding a student loan?

Students who only qualify for student loans or want to borrow funds under the Federal Subsidized Student Loan program or the Federal Unsubsidized Student Loan program must submit a separate application for that request. It is important that students review all aid eligibility and only borrow loan funds as needed to pay for educational charges. All loan funds borrowed will require repayment. Normally, repayments will begin six months after students cease attendance due to graduation or withdrawal from college. The Ivy Tech online loan application is available at IvyTech.edu/financial-aid/15835.html.

Are scholarships available to help with my education?

Scholarships are a great source of funding. Ivy Tech recommends that all students research external scholarship opportunities and also check with employers for any tuition funds that could be available through their employer. The College also offers a number of Ivy Tech scholarships that are provided both through Ivy Tech and donors to the college. The link to scholarship options is available on the MyIvy portal.

Are there financial assistance alternatives to loans and scholarships?

Ivy Tech participates in the Federal Work Study program, which provides students with the opportunity to work on a part-time basis and earn a paycheck to assist with the educational costs of attending college. Students must be enrolled on a half-time basis (6 credit hours or more each semester). Interested students should contact the Financial Aid office for more information about eligibility.

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Library Services Research Assistance Library staff are available to help with your research.

Contact the Library • in person: CC1770 • by phone: 260-480-4172 • online via email and chat: go to the library website at library.ivytech.edu/northeast and click on “Ask a Librarian” Reserve Collection Instructors may place textbooks, DVDs, or other course materials on reserve in the library for students to check out for in-library use. For more information, go to the library website and click on “Course Reserves.”

Borrow Books from Another Library (Interlibrary Loan) You can request that books or articles from other libraries be sent to the Ivy Tech Library for you to check out by completing the ILL Request Form on the library’s homepage. Delivery may take 1–2 weeks.

Collaboration Rooms Three collaborative study rooms are available for students who wish to schedule private study, meetings, or workgroups.

One of the study rooms is equipped with a computer and large 48” television. All rooms can be reserved up to four hours.

Creative Commons Tap into your creative side with access to the AutoDesk and SolidWorks software packages on our CAD computer station, or design your own business plans with Business Plan Pro. iMacs are also available with full access to Adobe Creative Suite.

Wireless Internet Wireless access is available in the library including wireless printing.

Library Computers Library computers are equipped with Microsoft Office 2013, and you may check out a floppy drive, flash memory card reader, or headphones for in-library use.

Printers The library has three black and white and one color printer.

Read all print screens to ensure that you agree to the cost of your print job. Students can download software to print from their own laptops.

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CIRCULATION POLICIES Borrowing Library Materials Use your Ivy Tech ID card to check out up to 20 items. ID cards can be obtained at the North Campus security desk. If you are unable to check out items due to fines owed, etc., materials can be held for you at the circulation desk for up to three days.

Do not loan your ID card or checkouts to anyone else. You are responsible for damaged or lost materials checked out to your ID card.

Research Resources Library Website The library website provides 24-hour access to • more than150,000 online books • more than 50,000 journals, magazines, and newspapers

Renewals Most items may be renewed for an additional two-week period, twice, for a total of six weeks, if there is not a waiting list for those items. Renew materials online via the library website by clicking on “Renew Your Books Online” or by calling the library at 260-480-4172. Laptops, iPods, and video cameras must be renewed or returned in person.

Returns Please return materials in the book drop outside the library’s main (south) entrance. (Books may also be returned in the library drop box on North Campus.) Materials will not be automatically checked in if they are left inside the library.

Lost or Damaged Items Failure to pay fees for lost or damaged items will result in suspension of your borrowing privileges. You will also be unable to drop or add classes, graduate, or get a copy of your transcript.

Library Laptops Laptops may be checked out for two weeks to students who have: • completed one semester • a cumulative 2.5 grade-point average or greater • a recommendation from an Ivy Tech Northeast instructor in whose class they are currently enrolled Students who don’t meet the above criteria may check out laptops for use in the library. For more information about laptop checkout and instructor recommendation requirements, visit the library website and click on “Library Laptops.”

General information and to reserve the collaboration rooms 260-480-4172

• encyclopedias

Library Director Nicole Treesh 260-480-4280 ntreesh2@ivytech.edu

• video and sound clips • image galleries • career information

Loan Periods Books, puppets, audio materials, iPods, laptops, flip video cameras, and back issues of magazines and journals can be checked out for two weeks. Videos may be checked out for viewing within the library.

Contact Information

• help with citing sources and more! To access the library website, visit library. ivytech.edu/northeast or log-on to MyIvy at my.ivytech.edu and select the “Library” icon on the left.

Physical Library Located on the Coliseum Campus (CC1770), the library contains more than 20,000 books; more than 50 subscriptions to print magazines, journals, and newspapers; and nearly 4,000 videos/DVDs supporting Ivy Tech’s various courses.

Research Assistance Liz Metz 260-482-9171, ext. 4580 ekerscher@ivytech.edu Ellie Puckett 260-480-2032 elefand@ivytech.edu Ann Spinney 260-482-9171, ext. 2450 aspinney@ivytech.edu

Back issues of journals and magazines are kept for three years, while newspapers are kept for three months.

The library also has a wide range of fiction, children’s books, audiobooks, puppets, and more.

Interlibrary Loan Carol Gibbs 260-480-2019 cgibbs14@ivytech.edu

COURTESY IN THE LIBRARY Food and Drink Drinks are not permitted around the computer area.

Snacks and drinks with lids are permitted outside of the computer area.

Cell Phones Please make/take your phone calls outside.

Pornography Ivy Tech policy prohibits the use of college computers to access graphic pornography that may be offensive to others.

Doing so may result in loss of library privileges. Accessing child pornography may result in arrest.

Children College policy requires that all minors be under the close supervision of a parent or guardian at all times.

Scanners There are two scanners that can print to the color or black and white printers, and two others that can send documents to an email address or save them to a USB/flash drive.

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2017-2018* Academic Calendar

Online Coursework 101

16-week fall/spring and 8-week summer classes 1. Your online course is hosted in IvyLearn, and you will access your online course at http://ivylearn.ivytech.edu. You will have access to your class two days before it begins.

Fall Semester First Day of Fall

Monday, Aug. 21

Last day to drop

Friday, Sept. 1

No Classes

Labor Day; Monday, Sept. 4

Last day to withdraw

Friday, Nov. 12

No Classes

Fall Break; Tuesday, Nov. 21—Sunday, Nov. 26

Last Day of Fall

Saturday, Dec. 16

2. Online courses follow the standard semester (generally 8-week, 12-week, or 16-week courses). It is important that you log-on to your course the first week and start participating.

3. Chrome is the recommended web browser, but IvyLearn is compatible with the two most recent versions of Mozilla Firefox and Internet Explorer.

4. Not all online courses use the same textbooks as face-to-face courses. You can check out what textbooks you need at IvyTech.bkstr.com.

5. If your course is part of the IncludED program or the OER (Open Educational Resources) program, there will be an e-textbook or other material embedded in the course. You will not order a textbook.

Spring Semester First Day of Spring

Tuesday, Jan. 16

6. You can contact your instructor through the Inbox on the global navigation bar. Instructors are required by college policy to respond within 36 hours.

Last day to drop

Friday, Jan. 26

7. You will not be required to come to campus for an online course unless there are proctored exams.

Last day to withdraw

Friday, April 13

8. Reading is an important part of all online courses, so read directions carefully before attempting assignments.

No Classes

Spring Break; Sunday, March 11—Saturday, March 17

9. Back up all of your work in case you have technical problems.

Last Day of Spring

Saturday, May 12

10. Do not procrastinate! You can do this!

First Day of Summer

Monday, June 4

If you need help with IvyLearn, call 260-480-2082 or stop by the online coursework lab in Harshman Hall on Ivy Tech Northeast’s North Campus in HM1657.

Last day to drop

Friday, June 8

Last day to withdraw

Friday, July 16

No Classes

Independence Day; Wednesday, July 4

Last day of Summer

Saturday, July 28

Summer Semester

New Edition Bookstore

*Dates and deadlines are accurate at the time of printing; please check the campus calendar at IvyTech.edu/northeast for the most up-to-date information.

Ivy Tech Northeast’s North Campus | Lower Level/Harshman Hall | 260-480-4216/IvyTech.bkstr.com TERM START Prepare for class and college life

KICK IT OLD SCHOOL Books galore

The New Edition Bookstore has everything you need from textbooks and supplies to apparel and campus living. We’ve got you covered from orientation to graduation.

We specialize in new, used, and rental books. Whether you wish to keep a book for future reference or you’re looking save money and be eco-friendly, we have what you’re after.

Tackle class and coursework your way Buy or rent, print or digital textbooks—we have the options you want for the books you need. Even better: You can save up to 80 percent off the cost of purchasing a new book when you rent used.

EVERYTHING IN-BETWEEN Do you have school spirit?

Show it off with a sweatshirt, a backpack, a T-shirt, or a coffee mug. Don’t forget to take a gift home for your family members.

They’re proud of you.

We’re more than just a bookstore We’re your campus store. We’re here to support you throughout your academic career.

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FINALS WEEK Prepare for exam day Cut down on pre-test jitters when you know you’ve got all of your test materials. We have notebooks, pens, pencils, and calculators.

GO FOR A LIGHTER LOAD ‘Tech’nically speaking Digital books allow you to view the content online anytime, anywhere with a WiFi-enabled smart device.

GET SOME EXTRA CREDIT Earn some added cash You can earn up to 50 percent back on the purchase price of your books, based on condition, demand, and inventory.

Buy backs take place year round. But word to the wise, you’ll typically qualify for the most money back when you sell during finals week.

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TRIO Student Support Services is a federally funded college opportunity program that provides academic and other supports to 160 college students who are low-income, first-generation, or have disabilities. Every day, TRIO support specialists meet with students to tutor and coach them. TRIO coordinators interface with students for problem solving and academic planning. The TRIO team works together to show students that #TRIOworks.

Top 5 benefits for TRIO students 5. Tutoring – You qualify for unlimited tutoring, on a drop-in basis. We provide a place to study, where you’ll always have support close at hand. When you hit that formatting problem on your term paper or you can’t quite match which formula you need to apply in your ASTR homework, someone is here to answer the question.

4. Advising partnership – You receive advising help through the Academic Advising Center or, once you’ve completed 15 credit hours of program-level credit, through the faculty in your program of study. But ... what about when things don’t appear quite clear to you? Or, what about when you’re struggling with decisions and you just need to talk? Or, what about planning your transfer after you reach your goals at Ivy Tech Northeast? That’s where TRIO coordinators will have your back. The team is quite a resource when you think about it.

3. Relationships – Become part of a group of committed students. Who you hang with, matters. There’s science to back this up: involved students perform better and achieve more. And don’t forget the TRIO staff! You’ll have a relationship with us, too. Wouldn’t it be nice to have a go-to person on your side, while you’re navigating academia? Seriously, we do that for students. That’s why we come to work every day.

2. Overcome your inability to predict the future – Things are going great right now, so you don’t see a need to become a TRIO student. Yea! We’re happy for you. We really are, and we hope you experience nothing but smooth sailing all the way through college. But, as you can imagine, the TRIO team has become aware of a number of student predicaments.

Sometimes stuff goes wrong. Life is full of surprises. If a twist in your path lies ahead, you’ll negotiate the turns better with the TRIO team on your side.

1. Get to graduation! Right? This is the point! It’s why you’re here at Ivy Tech Northeast ... and it’s why we’re here, too.

Getting students to graduation is why TRIO exists. Combined, TRIO team members have more than 50 years of program experience in how to help you. You can increase your chance you’ll graduate and attend commencement at the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum just by joining TRIO. Do it for YOU. Visit IvyTech.edu/northeast/trio to learn more about TRIO and how you can apply to be a participant. You can contact TRIO by calling 260-480-4197 or by emailing trio@lists.ivytech.edu. TRIO is located near the west entrance to Harshman Hall on Ivy Tech Northeast’s North Campus in HM1656.

AIM for Success Attend all Classes • Be

present and alert

• Focus

on the material

• Avoid

distractions

• Earn

participation points

Invest yourself and in yourself • Make education a top priority • Make a commitment to your success

Manage your time, resources, relationships • Make good use of free time • Watch your spending • Surround yourself with people who want you to succeed • Reach out for help by contacting support services on campus.

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Charting Your Course for Success Advising and Orientation Handbook 2017–18

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