Weekly Newsletter
September 8-11, 2020
Last Day to Add/Drop Classes!
If you are considering adding or dropping a class, for any reason, it is highly recommended that you get in contact with an academic advisor beforehand to ensure the course(s) you may be adding or dropping do not hinder your academic success or path to graduation. If you cannot get in contact with your major academic advisor, reach out to a TRIO advisor. We are here to assist!
Loaner Laptops
Western Michigan University Libraries, in collaboration with the Office of Information Technology, has a limited supply of PC laptops available for loan. These laptops can be checked out for an entire semester by any registered WMU student who is in need of a computer to complete their coursework.
All loaner laptops meet WMU's minimum laptop specification recommendation. These laptops may not meet college-specific recommendations if you are attending one of those programs.
Laptops are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Bring your Bronco Card to the Service Desk at Waldo Library during open hours to check out a laptop. You will be asked to sign an agreement as part of the checkout process.
More information here: https://wmich.edu/library/laptops
Virtual Graduate School Fair
New to Campus: Solution Squad
More information on the Solution Squad here: https://wmich.edu/studentservices/solutionsquad
Helpful Tutorials For Various Online Tools:
Webex - https://wmich.edu/webex
Zoom - https://www.youtube.com/user/ZoomMeetings/videos
Google Classroom - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xfgqtCi7hdo
Google Hangout - https://www.wikihow.com/Use-Google-Hangouts
Microsoft Teams - https://support.office.com/en-us/article/microsoft-teams-video-training-4f108e54-240b-4351-8084-b1089f0d21d7
COVID-19 Safety on Campus
Due to the current COVID-19 Pandemic, and consistent with the State of Michigan* requirements and the WMU Safe Return plan (https://wmich.edu/safereturn), safety requirements are in place to minimize exposure to the Western Michigan University community. These guidelines apply to all in-person or hybrid classes held either inside or outside a WMU building.
Facial coverings (masks), over both the nose and mouth, are required for all students while in class, no matter the size of the space. This applies in all campus buildings. This includes outdoor class settings where social distancing is not possible (i.e., at least six feet of space between individuals). Following this recommendation can minimize the transmission of the virus, which is spread between people interacting in close proximity through speaking, coughing, or sneezing. During specified classes in which facial coverings (masks) would prevent required class elements, students may remove facial coverings (masks) with instructor permission, in accordance with the exceptions in the Facial Covering (mask) Policy** ("such as playing an instrument, acting, singing, etc.").
Facial coverings (masks) must remain in place throughout the class. Any student who removes the mandatory facial covering (mask) during class will be required to leave the classroom immediately.
Facial coverings (masks) are not a substitute for social distancing. Students shall observe current social distancing guidelines in all instructional spaces, both indoors and outdoors.
Students should avoid congregating around instructional space entrances before and after class sessions. Students should exit the instructional space immediately after the end of class to help ensure social distancing and to allow for those attending the next scheduled class session to enter.
Students who are unable to wear a facial covering (mask) for medical reasons must contact Disability Services for Students (https://wmich.edu/disabilityservices) before they attend class.
These guidelines are in place to ensure the safety of all students, faculty, and staff during the pandemic. Noncompliance is a violation of the class requirements and the Student Code of Honor (https://wmich.edu/conduct/expectations-students).
*For current State of Michigan Executive orders, see: https://www.michigan.gov/whitmer/0,9309,7-387-90499_90705---,00.html
**For the WMU Facial Covering (Mask) Policy, see:
UPDATES TO TRIO PROCEDURES
Appointments
Work Center
First Meetings
We will share how to begin booking your semester TRIO meeting in the upcoming weeks.
Programming
Stay tuned as we finalize the Fall 2020 programming schedule for TRIO SSP.
IMPORTANT WMU DATES
September 2020
- 9th - Last day to receive 100% tuition refund for fall 2020.
- 11th - $100 late add fee applies to students who late add a class. Begin recording withdrawals with a final grade of “W” on the transcript.
- 14th - Last day to receive a 90% refund for a complete withdrawal.
- 16th - Last day to receive a 50% refund for a partial withdrawal.
- 28th - Last day to receive a 50% refund for a complete withdrawal.
October 2020
- 1st - Last day to apply for spring graduation (April 2021).
- 12th - Spring course offerings are made available at 8 a.m. to view online using GoWMU and Course Lookup.
- 26th - Last day to receive a 25% refund for a complete withdrawal.
- 27th - Spring registration begins at 7:30 a.m.
MEET OUR PROFESSIONAL STAFF
Nathifa Sligh
Candace Faistenhammer Bracey
TUTOR RESOURCES
The Writing Center
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WMU Signature
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Bronco Study Zone!
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https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/academics/student-success/bronco-study-zone
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