Embark! Campus Resources. Concordia University Texas

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1 Embark! Campus Resources

2 Welcome Kristi Kirk Executive Vice President & Chief Mission Officer Brief introduction to the services CTX provides to you and your students Copy of this presentation available at

3 FERPA The Family Educational Rights & Privacy Act Is a 1974 Federal law that protects the privacy of student education records. Gives parents certain rights with respect to their children s education records. Transfers these rights to the student upon reaching the age of 18 or attending a school beyond the high school level. See

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5 Student Central Your one stop office for all things CTX. Combines the administrative functions of the Student Accounts, Financial Aid & Registrar s Offices. A great resource to ask ANY question your student might have about anything on campus. Contact them at: studentcentral@concordia.edu

6 Student Central Academic/registration/degree issues Change Personal information (name, address) Enrollment Verification and transcripts Financial Aid information Student Account services

7 Academic Advising Progress towards graduation at the rate that YOU (the student) chooses. Resources to help choose a major, pick classes, think about careers. Special emphasis in helping freshmen maximize their CTX academic experience. Academic Advising office Sandra Brown, Coordinator, , Sandra.Brown@concordia.edu Peer Advising office 213 Faculty Advisors MyDegreeAudit

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9 This image cannot currently be displayed. Career Exploration & Development Internship Adventures Program Finding an internship Applying to the program Coordinating with faculty advisor Mentoring Adventures Program Professional mentor match (alumni & employers) Job shadow Assessment Career counseling & exploration Job Placement Full time Part time Internships CTXcareerconnection.org Virtual profile Resume & video resume E-portfolio Job board / matching The Center for Vocation and Professional Development Library Building F, Room 208 careerservices@concordia.edu

10 This image cannot currently be displayed. Resources & Events Etiquette Dinner November 18 th National speaker & etiquette guru (The Today Show, Diane Gottsman) Network with employers CTXExplore Vocation & Career Fair Early February Meet recruiters Professional panel sessions Practice networking Explore careers WEBSITE COMING AUGUST 1ST! rvices Resume Builder Interview Prep Internship & Mentoring Adventures Career development & assessment resources The Center for Vocation and Professional Development Library Building F, Room

11 Student Success Center Disabilities Office CTX provides reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified students with disabilities according to federal guidelines. Need to fill out Intake Form and submit with supporting documentation to the Director of the Student Success Center Academic accommodations are available, e.g. extra time to test, note takers, etc. Unlike K-12, in higher education the student is responsible to request accommodations, inform professors of need and stay in contact with the Director. Contact: Ruth Cooper, Director, ,

12 Student Success Center Academic Coaching Tutor.com is an online tutoring program for multiple subjects. Math tutoring is available 24/7 Writing Center for assistance with papers Access tutor.com through Blackboard Peer Tutor/Academic Coaching Most subjects can be accommodated. Call, or text tutors to schedule tutoring.

13 Student Success Center Mental Health/Counseling Concordia has a Licensed Professional Counselor who provides brief counseling for CTX students without charge. Annie Ferrera, Counselor, , annmarie.ferrera@concordia.edu Students needing ongoing counseling will be referred out to local counselors. Students contact the counselor by or phone to schedule appointments.

14 Student Services Food Service Food Service Meal Plans 19 meals/week, 14 meals/week, or 180 meals/semester Commuter plan 5 meals per week Change plans in Student Central during the 1 st 2 weeks of school

15 Student Services Student Activities Fall activities Week of Welcome (Aug 18-25) Man v. Food: CTX Edition (Aug 30) Tornado Tuesday (first Tuesday of every month) Retro Roller-skating (Sept 5) Video Game Tournament (Sept 11) Lake Travis Boat Party (Sept 15) Taylor Mason: Live (Sept 20) Campus Cook-Off (Sept 27) Capture the Flag (Oct 4) Homecoming and Family Weekend (Oct 19-21) Kickball (Oct 25) Campus-wide Blood Drive (Oct 29) World Series Watch Party (Oct TBD) Paintball (Nov 10) Turkey Bowling (Nov 13) The Great Pumpkin Chase (Nov 14) Coffeehouse (Nov 28) Christmas Tree Lighting (Nov 29-tentative) Evening with Your Professors and Midnight Madness (Dec 9) CTX Night at the Stars (Dec TBD) Does not include: Residential Life, Outdoor recreation, Athletic Events, Can-Do, Service Learning, Clubs & Organizations

16 Student Services Special Opportunities Can Do Missions Travel to: Apache Indian Reservation, New Orleans, Joplin, Alaska, Guatemala, Brazil, South Africa, Haiti, Guatemala, Australia Study Abroad & Travel Courses Service Learning Volunteer projects at Emma Long Park, Church Under the Bridge, Micah 6, Ramp Project, Summit Assisted Living, Baptist Children s Home

17 Library Services Student Information Desk Great facility for studying Reference Librarian Including help with databases and citations Numerous electronic databases Tex Share Card and Inter-library loan Contact: Mikail McIntosh-Doty, Librarian, ,

18 Health Resources Make sure your student knows insurance information and you have previously checked for local facilities that are covered by your insurance. What if my student gets sick? MedSpring N. FM 620 (near HEB) NextCare N FM 620 Minute Clinic N FM 620 (inside CVS) RediClinic N FM 620 (inside HEB) See complete list in packet. Encourage students to communicate with professors.

19 This image cannot currently be displayed. This image cannot currently be displayed. Information for a Presentation Slide Protect your student s personal property with College Renters Insurance Ideal for students living in residence halls Covers laptops, smart phones, bikes, and other items $100 deductible Cost as little as $12 per month

20 Information Tuition for a Presentation Insurance Slide Plan Protection against the unexpected Tuition Refund Insurance helps reimburse the following expenses if you can t complete classes due to an illness or injury. It covers: Tuition Room and Board Other academic expenses Annual Cost starting at $110. Examples to consider: Sports injury (Club, Intramural or just plain horsing around) that results in a concussion or other serious injury Flu or mononucleosis Depression or other mental health issue* * Two-day hospitalization is required; hospital stay must occur prior to the date of withdrawal

21 Communication When in doubt about who to contact on campus, always contact Student Central or studentcentral@concordia.edu. What if my student is struggling academically, socially, or emotionally? Try to coach your student through the difficulty rather than handle it for them. Early alert form Call: Director of Student Success Center ( ) or Dean of Students ).

22 Communication MyInfo Proxy Myinfo.concordia.edu Official place to: See grades Add/drop classes Accept/decline financial aid awards See balance information Update address/contact information Payroll info (for student workers)

23 CTX will communicate with you when Remember FERPA There is a life-threatening emergency regarding your student. In disciplinary situations, we often require the students to discuss situation with parents. Official CTX communication comes in MyInfo, through CTX , or (occasionally) by mail to the permanent address in MyInfo.

24 Parent Connections Some ways for you to stay involved Website: Social media: Twitter: Concordiatx CTXstudentlife Facebook: CTX Student Life How You Can Help Ask them questions Encourage your children to get involved and make connections Encourage them to use resources and ask for help

25 Questions? Thank you for being here this week. We look forward to you and your child becoming a part of the Concordia family!