on the graduation application. The cap/gown reservation form must be returned to the Records and Registration Office by the deadline indicated on the form.
TECHNOLOGY Computer Login Information For information on computer logins visit RockValleyCollege.edu/logininfo.
RVC Online Services
OPEN COMPUTER LAB LOCATIONS & HOURS: NOTE – since hours vary due to classes scheduled in the computer lab rooms, “open” hours are posted on all computer lab room doors.
Educational Resource Center (ERC) First Floor inside Library - “Information Commons” Area & Room 1308 (when classes are not in session) Fall & Spring Semester Hours:
As a current Rock Valley College student, RVC Online Services is your connection to a variety of services:
Graduation Requirements The general procedures for graduation are outlined below. Course requirements and other regulations are explained for each degree and major in the program section of the College catalog. 1. Advising: As you work toward your associate degree, meet early and often with an Academic Advisor to plan your program of study and to ensure you meet all requirements to graduate (815) 921-4100. 2. Curriculum: Know and observe the requirements of your curriculum and the rules governing your academic work. Advisors can help you make wise decisions but the ultimate responsibility for meeting the requirements to graduate rests with you. – In the case of curriculum changes and the cancellation or withdrawal of courses, every effort will be made to substitute current course work to fulfill certificate or degree requirements. – Course substitutions must be approved in writing by the appropriate academic chairperson or associate dean. The student has the ultimate responsibility to fulfill the requirements for the certificate or degree, to check the eligibility to take courses and to observe the academic rules governing the program. – The rules given apply only to requirements for certificates and degrees. All students are subject to the academic regulations stated in the most recent College catalog. 3. Transfers: If you complete any courses (including final ones) from another college, you must submit official transcripts as soon as possible and notify Rock Valley College’s Records and Registration Office to request an evaluation. 4. Receive a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.0 for all college-level coursework. 5. A minimum of 20 credit hours must be completed at Rock Valley College if applying for a degree. 6. Meet with an Academic Advisor to apply for graduation. This must be done during the semester in which the student plans to complete program requirements by the following deadlines:
Spring completion ................... apply by March 1 Summer completion ................... apply by June 1 Fall completion .................... apply by October 1
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Check up-to-the-minute course availability Access your grades Review your financial aid status Print your financial award letter Print your unofficial RVC transcript Monitor the status of your transcript request Print your class schedule Print your bill Online transcript requests Register for classes Online change of address Manage my waitlist View your program evaluation Make a full payment Enroll in the Facts Payment Plan options Obtain Annual 1098T
Online Services can be accessed at: RockValleyCollege.edu/onlineservices
How Do I Log in to Online Services? • Click the “Log In” button in the upper right hand corner • User ID: Your User ID is simply your student number with an “s” in front of it (e.g., s0123456) • Password: Your Password will be created at your Educational Planning Session (EPS). Do you have any questions? If so, call the Information Center at (815) 921-4250.
Software Discounts As a college student, you are eligible for education software discounts. Look for these discounts at the RVC Bookstore.
Computer Labs All PC’s have this standard software installed: • Learning Management System – EAGLE • Internet Explorer 9
Monday – Thursday Friday Saturday
8 am – 9 pm 8 am – 5 pm 8 am – 1 pm
Student Center (SC) First Floor – Room 1102 • (815) 921-1111 Fall & Spring Semester Hours: Summer Session I, II, III Hours:
Monday – Thursday Friday
8 am – 6 pm 8 am – 3 pm
Monday – Thursday Friday
8 am – 5 pm Closed
Woodward Technology Center (WTC) First Floor – Room 145 • (815) 921-1108 Fall & Spring Semester Hours:
Monday – Thursday Friday Saturday
7:30 am – 10 pm 7:30 am – 8 pm 8 am – 2 pm
Learning & Opportunity Center (LOC) Rooms 219 & 222
For more information about computer lab availability at this location, call the LOC at (815) 921-4290.
Stenstrom Center for Career Education (SCCE) For more information about computer lab availability at the SCCE, call (815) 921-4141.
Computer Use Policy All RVC students are responsible for adhering to the procedure for acceptable use of RVC Information Technology Policy. Please see the College website, for the most current policy: RockValleyCollege.edu/About/StudentPolicyIndex. cfm#compuse.
Copy Machines A coin-operated copy machine is available to students on the first floor of the Library and is accessible during regular operating hours.
Looking for information about the College or updates on College events and activities? Check out the RVC website: RockValleyCollege.edu.
• Quick Time • Real Player
OPEN COMPUTER LAB –
Library “Information Commons” Area Educational Resource Center (ERC)
Annual Security Report This report includes statistics for the previous three years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Rock Valley College; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security, such as alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The complete report is available at RockValleyCollege.edu/ publicsafety. You may also request a paper copy of this report by contacting the Rock Valley College Police, (815) 921-4350, in the Support Services Building (SSB), on the Main Campus or at the Stenstrom Center for Career Education (SCCE).
Rock Valley College Police Department Location:
Support Services Building (SSB), Room 1100
2nd Location:
Stenstrom Center for Career Education (SCCE), Room 271
Hours:
24 hours a day, Seven days a week
Telephone Number: Non-Emergency: (815) 921-4350
Emergency:
Website:
(815) 654-HELP (4357)
RockValleyCollege.edu/publicsafety
The Rock Valley College Police Department (RVCPD) has the responsibility to contribute to a safe learning environment in which to work and pursue educational objectives.
Services
Room 161
Website
• Microsoft Office 2010
CAMPUS SAFETY
Wi-fi To find the most current RVC wi-fi information, tips, and troubleshooting, please visit RockValleyCollege.edu and type wi-fi in the search box. On the Main Campus, if you have difficulties connecting to the wi-fi, call or visit the Student Center (815) 921-1111 or WTC (815) 921-1108 Computer Lab.
The services RVCPD can provide, but are not limited to include: • • • • • • • • • •
Emergency first aid Investigation of criminal offenses Delivery of emergency messages Campus key control Parking and traffic control Special events security Fire and safety inspections Vehicle assistance Criminal and traffic law enforcement Escort program
Vehicle Regulations There are reserved-parking gated areas for faculty and staff. • Main Campus: Parking Lot 7 (near CLI & JCSM) Parking Lot 9 (near CLII) • SCCE:
east side of the building
All other parking areas on campus are “open parking” areas unless otherwise marked. All of the roadways are considered to be fire lanes. No parking is allowed on the campus roadways or sidewalks. You are responsible for observing appropriate parking regulations. You may obtain these regulations at the RVC Police Department. To ensure safety, 20 mph speed limit signs are posted and enforced by RVCPD. The speed limit, in the parking lots, is 10 mph.
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