new student online orientation
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IVY TECH COMMUNITY COLLEGE OF INDIANAChanging Lives…Changing Northwest Indiana
New Student Online
Orientation
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Welcome to Ivy Tech Community College Northwest
Gary Campus
1440 E. 35th Avenue
Gary, IN 46409
219-981-1111
Welcome to Ivy Tech Community College Northwest
Valparaiso Campus
3100 Ivy Tech Drive
Valparaiso, IN 46383
(219) 464-8514
Welcome to Ivy Tech Community College
Northwest
East Chicago
De La Garza Campus
410 East Columbus Drive
East Chicago, IN 46312
(219) 392-3600
Welcome to Ivy Tech Community College
Northwest
Michigan City Campus
3714 Franklin
Michigan City, IN 46360
(219) 879-9137
There are 23 campuses
throughout the state and classes
are offered in more than 75
communities.
After Viewing Online Orientation You Will:
Know how many hours per week you can devote
to school, including in-class time and outside
study time
Understand the financial aid process for new
students
After Viewing Online Orientation You Will:
Know how to log into Campus Connect
Be aware of the resources at Ivy Tech
Community College
After Viewing Online Orientation You Will:
Know what you need to do in order to be
successful before starting classes
Degree Options
What we offer at Ivy Tech:
– Associate‟s Degrees
– Technical Certificates
– Certifications
– Courses that Transfer
For a complete list of degrees, see www.ivytech.edu
Degree Structure
General Studies
Courses
Program
Courses
Associate‟s
Degree+
Bachelor‟s
Degree
Career
transfer
• Schools of Academic Study
• School of Technology – South Building
• School of Public and Social Services
• School of Health Sciences
• School of Business
• School of Liberal Arts and Sciences
• School of Applied Science & Engineering
• School of Education
Transfer Agreements With Major Four-year Institutions in Indiana
Please check on website for more information
About Ivy Tech Programs
Your Academic Advisors
Academic Advising
Academic Advisors are available to all new students.
Faculty Advisors are available to returning students based
upon the student‟s major. Students should contact their
Faculty Advisor to schedule an appointment.
Advisors will also work with students who wish to take
classes at any regional campus.
Advisors see students throughout the semester by
appointment only.
Academic Advising
Advisors give guidance, provide resources and procedural
information. We do not “put you in classes” nor make your
schedules for you.
General Studies
Courses
General Academic
Advisor
Program
Courses
Faculty
Advisor
PATHWAYS TO STUDENT SUCCESS
Developmental Advising Model
A As AS aS S
(A=Advisor, S=Student)
Our goal at Ivy Tech is to provide you with the support you need to be successful in your life and in your career.
Q: What is a Credit Hour?
A: A credit hour is the number of hours you spend in class each week. Most classes are 3 credit hours.
Q: How much time will I have to study?
A: We recommend that for every 1 hour in class, you spend 2 hours outside of class studying. This means for a 3 credit hour class, your total time commitment would be a minimum of 9 hours per week.
Q: What does it mean to be a full-time student?
A: At Ivy Tech Community College you must be enrolled in at least 12 credit hours to be considered a full-time student. This means taking 4 or 5 classes each semester.
*Students taking less than 12 credit hours are considered part-time.
How much time do I have for school?
There are 24 hours in a day and 168 hours in a
week.
First, determine how much of your time is
already committed before starting classes.
You can use the following chart to estimate your
committed time:
Commitments Hours/Day Hours/Week
Preparing for work 1 5
Travel to/from work 30 minutes 2 ½ hours
Working 4 hours 20 hours
Personal tasks 1 hour 7 hours
Preparing meals &
eating
1 hour 7 hours
Family time 2 hours 14 hours
Physical activity 1 hour 5 hours
Social activities 1 hour 7 hours
Sleep 7 hours 49 hours
Other activities Varies 2 hours (Church)
Totals 17 ½ hours 118 ½ hours
For Example- Here is
“Joe Student‟s” Schedule
Take the number of hours committed per week. Then use
the following information to see what your recommended
number of credit hours are.
– For example, Joe Student has 118 ½ hours already
committed before starting college.
– Now he can plan how many classes he can realistically
take this semester.
Remember that most classes are 3 credit hours.
Total Non-School
Committed Hours Per
week
Recommended
Maximum
Hours of
Instruction
Recommended
Minimum
Hours of Study
Total
School
Related
Hours
more than 160 0 0 0
152-160 3 6 9
144-152 6 12 18
136-144 9 18 27
128-136 12 24 36
128 hours and below 15 30 45
Based on this chart, Joe can
realistically enroll in 15 credit hours.
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What do I do if I have more time
committed than is available for school?
Sometimes starting college means cutting back
commitments in other areas.
Academic Advisors can assist you in deciding
how many courses you can handle at once.
Admissions
Initial Academic Advising
Registration
Registrar’s Office
Financial Aid
Student Life
Disability & Diversity Services
Student Support Services
Student Lounge
Computer Lab
Bookstore
Business Office
Library
Student Support Services
Testing Center-
Compass Assessment, CLEP, TEAS, Certification Exams, Proctored Exams.
Career Services –
Students are encouraged to seek assistance in selecting an occupation and the necessary training from the Office of Career Services.
Student Affairs - Office Hours
Monday 8:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m
Thursday 8:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Library Services
Services Available
Student I.D.‟s
Book & Journal Collections
Media Collections & Equipment
Online Information Sources
Computer Services/Wireless Access
Group Study Areas
Tutoring Services Available
Library Hours
Please contact campus of choice for hours of operation
Office of Admissions
The Office of Admissions is where you go to:
•Submit a Course Registration Form so that your classes are reserved
•Submit the Change of Enrollment Form to drop or add a class
•Change Directory information (also can be done on Campus Connect)
•Change degree options
Registrar’s Office Staff Gary Campus Only
Academic Records
Change of information form
Process transcripts
Enrollment Verifications
Grade Changes
Graduation Applications
Transcript Verifications
The Registrar‟s Office is where you go to:•Submit official academic records, such as college transcripts
•Request an official copy of your Ivy Tech transcript
•Submit your completed Application for Graduation
Registrar‟s Office
Carol Bowron
1440 East 35th Avenue
Gary, IN 46409
219-981-4418
888-IVY-LINE
Registrar’s Office (Student Records)
The Veterans Affairs Office serves as a liaison between students who are
veterans, their dependents, and the Department of Veteran Affairs. The
office assists students with veteran status and dependents of service disabled or
deceased veterans with their educational benefits. For specific program
information, students may visit the GI Bill website at http://gibill.va.gov/ .
The Veterans Affairs Certifying Official, Kim Bontekoe, can be reached via email
at [email protected] or, by phone at (219)879-9137.
Veterans Affairs Office
Financial Aid
Ivy Tech participates in various
types of federal and state financial
aid programs which provide assistance to many students.
Ivy Tech also provides financial assistance to students from its own
resources. Students are encouraged to carefully explore all
financial aid options at their campus.
What is Financial Aid?
Financial aid is money that is given, paid, or loaned to you
to help pay for your degree at Ivy Tech.
There are several types of financial aid for college
students:
Grants & Scholarships are given as awards and do not require
repayment.
Loans are borrowed from a lending institution. You are required to
repay the loan amount and interest fees.
Work-Study Employment is a part-time job at a college where you
can earn a paycheck to help pay for your tuition and fees.
How Do I Know if I Qualify for Financial Aid?
Financial Aid is determined based on
information that you provide on your FAFSA.
FAFSA = Free Application for Federal Student Aid
This includes grants, loans, and work study.
Many scholarships also require you complete
the FASFA.
What happens after I file my FAFSA?
You will receive a Student Aid Report (SAR) by mail
or electronically within 5 business days after you file.
How is Financial Aid Determined?
Complete your FAFSA. This will determine:
• Cost of Attendance (COA) = how much it costs for you to go to school (direct and indirect costs)
• Expected Family Contribution (EFC) = how much the U.S. government believes your family can afford to pay for college. This is based on Tax Information & Family Size
• Student Need = COA – EFC
*Your financial aid is based on your student need
Important Rules of Financial Aid
Plan Ahead
– Paperwork & documents need time to process
Attend all of your class sessions
Important Rules of Financial Aid(Continued)
You must maintain “Satisfactory Academic Progress”
– That means at least a 2.0 GPA and
– A 67% Completion Rate of Classes
• Failing & Withdrawal both count against completion rate
Understand Limits of Aid
– There is a maximum amount of money you can receive in a year and a lifetime
Important Rules of Financial Aid
(Continued)
Standards of Academic progress for
financial aid must be followed in order to
continue receiving aid. Withdrawing from
or failing classes may result in the loss of
financial aid.
The Five Minute FAFSA
Click below to view a video about completing your FAFSA:
BookstoreThe Ivy Tech Bookstore sells textbooks, class supplies, college apparel, and academically
priced software. Do not unwrap or write in books until
you have been to class. You must keep your receipts for any refunds.
East Chicago Campus
Monday-Thursday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Friday 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Gary Campus
Monday-Thursday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Friday 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Michigan City Campus
Monday-Thursday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Friday 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Valparaiso Campus
Monday and Thursday 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Tuesday and Wednesday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Friday 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
* Hours are extended during registration periods and start of class *
Business Office Staff
Monday--Friday
8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m
See Cashier:
Cash/Credit Card Payments
Teas, CLEP testing, etc.
Deferment Plan
The Business Office is where students pay their tuition fees. Students must be in
an “arranged to pay” status by the payment deadline for each term, or the student
will be dropped for non-payment (de-registered).
A student is in an “arranged to pay” status when one or more of the following is
posted to the student‟s Ivy Tech account:• Any of the following Financial Aid options: Grants, Loans, or Scholarships
• Payment in Full
• Payment Plan (deferral) Minimum down payment required
• Employment Payment Notification/Purchase Order
* The following forms of payment are accepted: Cash, Check, Debit Card, Credit Card (Visa, MasterCard, or
Discover), Money Order, Cashier‟s Check
* Tuition Payments can be made via the following options: In person at the Business Office, online at
http://cc.ivytech.edu, or by phone at 1-877-489-8324
*Tuition Refund Policy: When you enroll in classes, you assume a legal responsibility to pay for those classes. If you
decide to stop attending a class or classes, you must formally withdraw from the classes by submitting a “Change of
Enrollment Form” to the Registrar‟s Office. Check with the Business Office for the official Tuition Refund Policy.
Business Office (Cashier/Bursar)
East Chicago Campus
COMPASS: Monday-Thursday 8:30 am to 7:00pm, Friday 8:30 am to 5:00 pm
TEAS & PSB: By Appointment Only
Gary Campus
COMPASS: Monday-Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
TEAS & PSB: By Appointment Only
CLEP: By Appointment Only
Michigan City Campus
COMPASS: Monday-Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Valparaiso Campus
COMPASS: Monday and -Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
TEAS & PSB: By Appointment Only
STUDENTS MUST PRESENT PHOTO ID BEFORE TESTING
Testing Centers
Student Life, Development and Leadership offers students the chance to become
involved in the social, cultural, and leadership activities and programs at the
college and in the Northwest Indiana community. A few of the program offered
include:
Student Government Association: SGA provides students with the opportunity to take part in student
governance and represent the student body in key leadership positions.
Student Leadership Academy: This year-long program engages students in discussions and activities
involving Leadership of Self, Team, Organization, and Community.
Student Organizations: Students are encouraged to join existing organizations or start a new
organization. Organizations are based on social, academic, and cultural interests.
To get involved with Student Life at Ivy Tech, please contact:
Jennifer Riggs, Regional Director of Student Life, Development and Leadership
219-981-1111 x2397
http://www.ivytech.edu/northwest/Acareer/studentlife/index.html
Student Life and Development
Career Services assists students with identifying personal interests and skills as
they relate to various careers. Career Services can help with:
• Career and Personality Assessments
• Career Exploration Exercises
• Choosing a Field of Study
• Interviewing and Job Search Skills
For more information, please contact the Director of Career Services:
Chandra Gary
1440 East 35th Avenue
Gary, IN 46409
219-981-1111 x2215
888-IVY-LINE
Career Services
For School Closings tune into the following local stations: WGN Radio 720 AM (Chicago),
WBBM Radio 780 AM (Chicago), WZVN 107.1 FM (Merrillville), WLTH 1370 AM
(Merrillville), WAKE 1500 AM (Valparaiso), WKVI 1520 AM (Knox), WGVE 88.7 FM and
WJOB 1230 AM (Gary), WLOI 1540 (LaPorte), WEFM 95.9 (Michigan City), CBS CH.2,
NBC CH. 5, ABC CH. 7, Fox 32 and CLTV cable
For Campus Safety related items, please call:
Location Office Phone
East Chicago Campus 219-392-3600
Gary Campus 219-981-1111
Michigan City Campus 219-879-9137
Valparaiso Campus 219-464-8514
Ivy Tech Alert System
In order to keep our students, staff, and faculty safe and informed, Ivy Tech has introduced
a text message alert system. There is no charge for this service, other than any charges
you may incur from your cell phone carrier. To sign up, visit www.ivytech.edu/alert.
School Closings and Campus Safety
Due to insurance and risk management issues, children are not allowed to be on
Ivy Tech property without direct supervision by parent or guardian. Children are
not allowed in instructional areas. Ivy Tech does not offer childcare services on
any of the Northwest Regional campuses. Students can contact any of the
following referral services for assistance in locating an appropriate childcare
provider:
•Indiana Association for Child Care Resource and Referral
•www.iaccrr.org
•800-299-1627
•CareFinder Indiana
•www.in.gov/fssa/carefinder
•Geminus Corporation
•www.geminus.org
•888-893-6891
•Indiana University Northwest
•www.iun.edu
•329-980-6875
•Little U Academy
•219-840-LIL‟U (5458)
Children and Childcare Providers
Accommodations and support for Ivy Tech‟s entry assessment test and college
coursework are available through the Disability Support Services office. If you
would like to receive academic adjustments and/or receive support for a
documented disability, please contact the Director of Disability Support Services:
Frances Vega
1440 East 35th Avenue
Gary, IN 46409
219-981-4957
888-IVY-LINE
Disability Support Services
Smoking and all tobacco products are not allowed on any Ivy
Tech campus.
Smoking on Campus
All students are required to obtain an Ivy Tech Student ID Card, which is issued
by the Library.
Please contact the Library staff for more information.
Ivy Tech Student ID Card
Ivy Tech Computer Usage Rule
No food or drink allowed in labs or near computers
Do not change computer settings
Do not install unauthorized software
Do not view inappropriate materials
The computers at Ivy Tech are for class related
assignments only, anyone found in violation of these
rules will lose their computer use privileges.
Getting Connected to Campus Connect
Campus Connect is your Online Portal to:
Ivy Tech Student Handbook
Important Announcements
Financial Aid Status
Register for Classes
Check Your Grades
Pay Your Tuition
Access Your Email
Access Blackboard- the online supplement for
your classes
You can access Campus Connect
through the following address:
http://cc.ivytech.edu
Click on “First Time Users Start Here”
You must agree to
the Acceptable
Use Policy by
clicking “I Agree.”
C - - - - - - - -
Provide the required
information to look up
your username.
You received your
Banner ID number in
your acceptance letter.
If you need assistance
finding your ID number,
contact the Office of
Admissions at your
campus.
Your Student ID number is referred to as your
C number and ….
Is required for ALL college services
Should be memorized or maintained on
person at all times
After you look up your username,
you will create a password.
Go to the next screen to see an
example.
Choose Your Password
Your username is lsmith121. Please create your Campus Connect password. Please choose a password that is difficult to guess
and contains multiple letters of different case and several numbers. The minimum password length is 8 characters.
********
********
*IMPORTANT*
Add @ivytech.edu to the end of your
username and you will have your personal
Ivy Tech email address!!!!
After you create your password, you will
answer security questions.
You will use these in case you ever forget
your password.
Go to the next screen to see an example.
********
********
********
When you finish
setting up your
account, you will have
to login.
From this screen,
click on “Click Here”
to get started.
If you get an Error message while
you try to set up your account, you
will need to submit a “Problem
Ticket/Help Desk Ticket.”
Go to the next screen to see an
example.
Complete as much of the
information requested as possible.
Go to the next screen to see an
example.
LEAVE BLANK!!!!!!!!!!!
Distance Education Classes
Distance Learning:
Before enrolling in a distance education course, consider the following questions:
Are you a disciplined person?
Are you a self-motivated person?
Have you activated your Ivy Tech email account?
Are you comfortable sending and receiving email messages?
Do you know how to surf the web?
Can you open an email attachment?
Can you attach a file to an email?
Do you have an Internet Service Provider?
Do you have the appropriate software or the means to obtain said software if it is required for the class?
Do you have the resources to visit an Ivy Tech campus in order to complete proctored work?
If you cannot answer "YES" to all of these questions, then you should reconsider taking classes online.
Before Your Class Begins, you must:
• Check your detailed schedule on Campus Connect to
verify classes, times, start dates and locations
• Verify your financial aid through Campus Connect and
turn in any needed documents
• Authorize the bookstore to charge your financial aid
account for books and supplies through Campus
Connect
• See the Business Office to schedule payments if
financial aid is not available by your start date
• Get a Student ID at the Library
• Take your printed schedule to the bookstore to select
and purchase your books
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Sometimes life can get in the way of
achieving your goals.
When „life‟ happens, make sure you ask for
help…
What happens if?...
I miss the first day of my class?
You must attend the first day of class, students who are absent during
the first class session can be involuntarily withdrawn from the class.
If you receive Financial Aid, it will be affected if you do not attend all
classes during the first week.
Contact your instructor!
What happens if?...
My financial aid is not ready?
– If your financial aid is not ready by the time
that classes start, you must make payment
arrangements with the Business Office.
– Notify instructor that you do not have required
textbook and supporting materials.
– GO TO CLASS!!!!!
What happens if?...
My work schedule changes and the times I
chose are no longer convenient?
– You can make changes to your schedule
before the semester starts.
– Talk to your instructor and advisor about
possible section changes.
What happens if….
Once the semester starts, I stop showing up to
class?– Unless you fill out paperwork with the Office of Admissions, you
will remain registered in your class.
– If you are registered for a class, you will receive a F grade.
– If life starts to get in the way of school, ask for help. Your
teachers, your advisor- we are here to help.
This concludes your Online
Orientation.
Please complete the following
questionnaire.
1. How many hours of study time do we recommend
for every hour in class?
A. 1 hour
B. 2 hours
C. 3 hours
D. 0 hours
What is the 1st step to apply for Financial Aid?
A. Complete and file the FASFA
B. Complete and file your taxes
C. Go to the Financial Aid Office
D. Wait until the last minute
What types of Financial Aid DO NOT have to be repaid?
A. Grants & Loans
B. Loans & Scholarships
C. Work Study & Loans
D. Grants & Scholarships
What are some of the things that you can use Campus
Connect to do?
A. View your Grades
B. Pay Tuition
C. Register for Classes
D. All of the Above
What should you do if you have problems setting up
your Campus Connect Account?
A. Submit a “Help Desk/Problem Ticket”
B. Re-set your password
C. Go to the Library
D. Call Campus Security
If you did not answer all of the
questions correctly, you should
review the orientation again.
Questions?
Thank you for viewing the
Online Orientation
If you have further questions or comments, please contact:
Regional Director of Admissions
John P. Johnson
1440 East 35th Avenue
Gary, IN 46409
219-980-7707
888-IVY-LINE