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Below are some resources you may find useful as you are planning for each semester.
Academic Technology Support
D2L@stcloudstate.edu is your first line of help. The System-Wide HelpDesk can answer basic questions about D2L, but there are some things that are very specific to St. Could State University (SCSU) where they will not be able to help: https://www.stcloudstate.edu/its/services/academic/default.aspx
Virtual appointments can be made at: https://outlook.office365.com/owa/calendar/OnlineSupport@MinnState.edu/bookings/
Academic Support Services
https://www.stcloudstate.edu/academics/academic-support/default.aspx
Bridge to Community Resources
For connections to and eligibility screening for community resources related to housing, food, utilities, childcare, mental health, legal, and related social services: https://www.stcloudstate.edu/sps/community-resources.aspx
Contact information: smmoriarty@stcloudstate.edu.
Calendars
Includes listings and descriptions of upcoming events and links to the Academic and Interfaith Calendars.
https://www.stcloudstate.edu/events/default.aspx
Counseling and Psychological Services
Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) is a department within the Division of Student Life and Development that helps undergraduate and graduate students cope more effectively with personal, mental health, and academic issues that arise in their lives. Counseling and Psychological Services is the primary mental health provider for students at St. Cloud State University.
https://www.stcloudstate.edu/counseling/default.aspx
Location: Eastman Hall, Room 306
D2L Resources
For questions on D2L and Zoom. This site has quite a bit of information about D2L - the status of the system, a link to the system knowledge base, the D2L community site, etc.
http://minnstate.edu/system/ims/index.html
Food Pantry
St. Cloud State University Huskies Food Pantry provides nutritious options to students experiencing food insecurity in an effort to support learning, health, and student retention.
https://www.stcloudstate.edu/huskiesfoodpantry/
Contact information: foodpantry@stcloudstate.edu or call 320-308-5685.
Location: Miller Center, Room 135.
HuskyTech
HuskyTech is the technology support center for St. Cloud State University students, faculty and staff. HuskyTech consultants are trained and ready to assist computer users of all levels, from beginner to advanced, both on and off campus.
https://www.stcloudstate.edu/its/huskytech/default.aspx
Location: Miller Center, Room 102
Lindgren Childcare Center
The Lindgren Child Care Center is a student service providing quality child care and support to all St. Cloud State University student parents.
https://www.stcloudstate.edu/childcare/
Enrollment Information for the Child Care Center: https://www.stcloudstate.edu/childcare/enrollment.aspx
Location: Lindgren Childcare Center, Engineering and Computing Center, Room 122Online Course Development
A resource to help faculty design new online or hybrid courses as well as translate face-to-face courses to an online or hybrid format.
https://blog.stcloudstate.edu/onlineteachingresources/
Online Instruction Resources
https://www.stcloudstate.edu/online/faculty/default.aspx
Online Learning Consortium (OLC):
The Online Learning Consortium (OLC) is a collaborative community of higher education leaders and innovators, dedicated to advancing quality digital teaching and learning experiences designed to reach and engage the modern learner. OLC quality framework uses five pillars for innovation and quality. SCSU is an institutional member of OLC. Use OLC resources as you design your online course. Contact SCSU Online for assistance with the OLC scorecards.
Quality Matters (QM ™)
Quality Matters is a non-profit organization that strives to promote quality online education through peer-reviewed research-supported quality standards. It provides educational organizations with the tools for evaluating the design (not teaching) of online and blended courses. The QM Course Design Rubric provides course design standards and a scalable process to establish quality course design. SCSU, through the Minnesota State System, is a subscribing member of Quality Matters.
For more information about QM, check out their website.
Contact SCSU Online for assistance with QM or to request a copy of the 7th edition Higher Education Rubric Workbook.
Registration and Financial Services
Registration and financial services provides support and information for students on registration, tuition, and financial assistance.
https://www.stcloudstate.edu/srfs/
Location: Administrative Services Building, first floor
School of Graduate Studies
We are here to support graduate students in getting started and completing their graduate programs. This page contains links to support the graduate school journey.
https://www.stcloudstate.edu/graduatestudies/students/default.aspx
SGS Pass Academy: This initiative supports graduate students in achieving their goals through accessing workshops and experiences that contribute to personal, professional, and academic development. https://www.stcloudstate.edu/graduatestudies/students/professional-dev.aspx
SGS Forms: All the fully online forms needed to manage the graduate student experience.
https://www.stcloudstate.edu/graduatestudies/forms/default.aspx
Location: Administrative Services 101
SCSU Career Center
The Career Center provides resources and support to students in exploring, finding, and preparing for careers. Examples of assistance include building resumes, mock interviews, finding jobs, workshops, and more.
https://www.stcloudstate.edu/careercenter/
Location: Centennial Hall, Room 215
Student Accessibility Services
Student Accessibility Services is St. Cloud State’s program to provide accommodations for students with disabilities. The goal of the program is to offer students with documented disabilities equal access to SCSU courses, programs, and events through a collaborative process to provide appropriate and reasonable accommodations.
https://www.stcloudstate.edu/sas/default.aspx
Location: Centennial Hall, Room 202
Student Code of Conduct
https://www.stcloudstate.edu/studenthandbook/code/default.aspx
Division of Student Affairs
Student Life and Development is committed to:
- Advocacy and Support
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Transformational Learning Experiences
- Holistic Development
- Health and Well-Being
- Community Building and Leadership
https://www.stcloudstate.edu/sld/about-us/default.aspx
Location: Atwood Memorial Center, Room 110
Student Services
https://www.stcloudstate.edu/campuslife/student-services.aspx
Placement Testing Services
Placement testing to help students determine course placement: https://www.stcloudstate.edu/placementtesting/default.aspx
Contact: placementtesting@stcloudstate.edu
Location: Centennial Hall, Room 351
Writing Assistance
The Write Place offers free support and help for the writing and reading done in and outside school. Students can make an appointment with one of the writing coaches and can get help on writing their papers for class, from how to start, to editing and documenting sources.
Appointments are encouraged: https://stcloud.mywconline.com/
For hours, locations and resources: https://www.stcloudstate.edu/writeplace/default.aspx
Tutoring Services
Tutor.com is a free online tutoring tool available to students in all Minnesota State Schools. The System Office has purchased 15 hours of Tutor.com tutoring for every student each year. It is available on the D2L Brightspace homepage under “Resources” tab. Students can work with a tutor 24/7 in more than 40 subjects (e.g., in Math, Science, Social Studies, English, Foreign Languages), and on study strategies, reading, note-taking, or time-management strategies. Please ensure that your students know about this valuable tutoring service. Faculty interested in training or additional information should contact the Dean of University College at mailto:universitycollege@stcloudstate.edu or Greg Jorgensen at mailto:gsjorgesen@stcloudstate.edu
University Library
The University Library provides a wide array of services such as study rooms, computer labs, quiet spaces, and more. The library provides online access to books, articles, and research papers available to SCSU students. For more information on how to chat or set up an appointment with a librarian: https://stcloudstate.libguides.com/ask-a-librarian And, did you know the library has textbooks for checkout? Check out our TAPS program to find out if we have the book or materials for your course: https://www.stcloudstate.edu/library/borrow/reservetexbooks.aspx
https://www.stcloudstate.edu/library/default.aspx
Check your email to see if we have your text book for free
Location: James W. Miller Learning Resources Center