New Student Orientation

Mission & Vision

Enriched by the Catholic, Lasallian heritage, Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota awakens,

nurtures, and empowers learners to ethical lives of service and leadership.

Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota will transform society, one learner at a time, so that faith, zeal, service and leadership – all directed toward the

common good – become society’s defining hallmarks.

Orientation Agenda

• Engage, Student Resource Center & Mobile Learning 101

• Academics

• Billing and Payment Policies

• Resources

• What’s Next?

• Q&A

Engage and Mobile Learning 101

Mobile Learning

• Be sure to fill out your Engage profile in full to take advantage of the interactive tools built in to our app

• Convenient way to check into class and post discussions anytime, anywhere

• Not just a consumption device - Collaborative, social, and innovative

Helpful Tips

• Use the Usernames and Passwords sheet in your welcome folder to keep track of all of your different login credentials.

• Use the Syllabus as a road map to help you navigate through the Mobile Learning 101 course.

• Make sure to check back often to read new discussion posts and respond to your colleagues!

Student Resource Center(formerly known as Program Communities)

• Online platform to engage with other students in your program

• Community building

• Networking with peers

• Announcements

• One-stop shop student resource

Benefits of Mobile Learning 101

• Learn how to use new forms of technology that will be required for your coursework (e.g. VoiceThread).

• Get comfortable with the online learning environment.

• Meet and connect with your classmates!

Academics

Scheduling and Registration

• Two 8-week consecutive terms make up one semester:

– 2019 Fall 1: September 2 – October 27– 2019 Fall 2: October 28 – December 22

• The Student Services team will register you for the full semester once courses have opened for enrollments.

• Check your SMUMN e-mail regularly for registration confirmation e-mails and other important University communication

• You may opt out of a term by contacting your Student Services Specialist prior to the start of the term.

Saint Mary’s Student Portal

https://student.smumn.edu

• Unofficial transcripts

• Course schedule

• Billing and Financial Aid

• Grade reports

Student Portal

Bookstore

Saint Mary’s University Bookstore

(612) 728-5170

tcbookstore@smumn.edu

• Select the term, department, course, and section (online sections begin with “D”).

• View your textbook list and purchase materials.

Academic Policies

Failure to log in for 7 consecutive days without advance notice will result in being

Administratively Withdrawn.

• Minimum cumulative GPA is 3.0

• Grading: A, B, C, W, WF and NC

• Final grades will be posted in Student Portalwithin 14 days after the end of the term.

Academic Dishonesty

The most common forms of Academic Dishonesty are:

• Plagiarism

• Fabrication

• Abuse of Internet sources

• Cheating, lying and academic misconduct

The university reserves the right to revoke a degree if it discovers academic dishonesty that may have impacted the award of the degree initially.

Access Services

• Access Services Office is a helpful resource for students at Saint Mary's who have disabilities.

• Students who seek assistance work with the office to determine appropriate accommodations, resources and advocacy to assist them in meeting their academic goals and to ensure equality of opportunity.

http://accessservices.smumn.edu/accommodations-twin-cities/

Mary Ann McCannAccess Services CoordinatorLaSalle Hall-TC Campus, LSH

Campus Box: # 28612-728-5120

mmccann@smumn.edu

Library

tclibrary@smumn.edu

http://www2.smumn.edu/deptpages/tclibrary/

• Over 200 million online resources

• Contact the librarians via chat, email, phone, or text.

• We encourage you to visit the library’s website before classes begin.

Writing Center

http://www2.smumn.edu/deptpages/tcwritingcenter

tcwrite@smumn.edu

(866) 437-2788

• Courses and workshops to develop your writing ability

• Individual conferences with writing consultants are available by appointment.

• Phone and email consultations are also available.

Q & A and Polls• Engage• Mobile Learning• Academics

Billing and Payment Policies

Billing, Payment, and Financial Aid

• Tuition is billed on the first day of class• Current term’s tuition is due on day 8: September 9th.• If payment is not received in full by due date, you will be

administratively dropped.– Students using tuition reimbursement have 30 days after the term

ends to pay.– Access billing notices in the Student Portal.

• Financial Aid is awarded two weeks after valid FAFSA and acceptance into Saint Mary’s.– Continue to check your SMUMN e-mail for important alerts!– Financial Aid is a FEDERAL LOAN

Payment Options

• Transfer funds electronically from your checking or savings account: FREE!

• Pay with a credit card: 2.75% service fee

Tuition Refund and Drops

• If you drop a class during the first Week, you will receive a 100% refund and a no “W” grade

– Drop requests must be emailed either to your Enrollment Counselor or Student Services Specialist

• The amount of refund is less depending upon the percentage of course completed. After Week 1, contact your Student Services Specialist regarding the consequences of dropping your course.

First Week of Classes

• Remember that we’re here to support you.

• Connect with your Student Services Specialist if faced with any obstacles.

• If you fall behind in your coursework or start to feel overwhelmed, reach out to your instructor.

Resources

Student Support OverviewStudent Services

(833) 345-1796Melanie Griegoliet (MASE, HRM, AMBA, MSW)

Ariel Dilworth (MELDT, MAEL, MAOL, RN-BSN, MAPA, MAID)Adam Grant (HHSA, BIDA, PRM, CYBR, MSA)

Student Central – Financial Aid and Tuition Assistance (612) 238-4566

studentcentral@smumn.edu

Personal Support Center (PSC) – Engage Assistance(833) 345-1796

saintmarysmn@personalsupportcenter.com

Useful Links

• Student Portal:– https://student.smumn.edu

• Saint Mary’s Webmail:– https://www.google.com/a/smumn.edu

• Saint Mary’s Engage Website:– https://engage.smumn.edu

• Catalog for all policies– http://catalog.smumn.edu/

Setting Up Your Student Email Account

• If you already have a personal Gmail account, click on your photo and then “Add Account”.

• Make sure to type in your full Saint Mary’s email address, including “@smumn.edu”.

iPad WebinarsiPad 101

For students with some or no previous iOS experience.

iPad 201For students with advanced iOS experience.

• Interactive demo of the iPad’s features and functions

• Multitasking gestures and accessibility options

• Customizing the look and feel of your iPad• Product care and safety• How to discover and download apps

• Tips for how to get better battery life• Suggestions for how to save space by using

cloud storage• Comparing Google and Microsoft iPad apps• Recommended apps for productivity as a

graduate student• App Swap: A chance to share your favorite

apps with other students and to learn about some of theirs

iPad 101 iPad 201

Wednesday, August 26th, 6 PM CDT Wednesday, September 25th, 6 PM CDT

What’s Next?

Readiness Checklist

• Reliable internet access

• Program Communities

• Mobile Learning 101 Module

• Course access: Friday, August 30th(after approximately 5 PM CDT)

• Course materials are required by the 1st day of class

Week One Expectations

• Log in to your course by Monday, Sept. 2nd

• Read through the syllabus in your course completely

• Check calendar for assignment due dates

• Get started right away with readings and assignments

The Road Ahead

Saint Mary’s Online Program Schedule

– 2020 Spring 1: January 6 – March 1

– 2020 Spring 2: March 2 – April 26

Academic calendar: http://www.smumn.edu/academics/academic-

calendar/graduate-academic-calendar

Words of Encouragement

• Your online program may be challenging, especially if you’re a graduate student, but we will be here to support you throughout your entire time here at Saint Mary’s.

• Periodically reflect on your goals and remind yourself of why you’ve decided to return to school.

• Know which resources are available to you and use them when needed.

STUDENT SERVICESPHONE NUMBER: (833) 345-1796

Questions?