SI
Learning Resource Center
Financial Aid
Counseling
DSP&S
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What does SI stand for?
Supplemental Instruction
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Why is it important for you to check-in at the front desk?
That is how the LRCs get their funding. If we can't prove to the state that students are using our resources, we cannot continue to provide them at the same level.
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How can financial aid help you?
Financial aid offers assistance to students via grants, waivers, and scholarships.
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Have you visited with a counselor or made an appointment to meet with one this semester?
If yes, you get the points!
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What does DSP&S stand for?
Disabled students programs and services.
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How often do you need to attend SI?
As often as you would like! Attendance is voluntary. (But I personally think every day is the best choice)
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Who are LRC services available to?
Any MSJC student that presents their student ID card.
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When should you fill out your financial aid for the 2014-2015 year?
ASAP! Priority deadlines for financial aid are March 2nd.
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Do counselors offer personal/crisis counseling?
Yes! Counselors can help refer students to programs to help them with personal issues that effect their academic career. They can also provide short term therapy and refer students to other professionals to give them long-term help, all while giving them support in insecurities and struggles.
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Who qualifies for DSP&S?
Students who have one or more of the following: Acquired Brain Injury Developmentally Delayed Health Impairments (cardiac, cancer, diabetes, arthritis, etc.) Hearing Impairments Learning disabilities Mobility impairments Psychological disabilities Speech disabilities Visual impairments Temporary Disabilities lasting 45 days or longer. (broken bones, surgical recovery, etc.)
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How often and for how long are SI sessions held?
They are held twice a week for 50 minutes each.
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Who makes up a majority of the tutors in the LRC?
Your peers! Most of the tutors are students who understand what you are also going through as a student. We have the same finals, teachers, and other life stresses as you do!
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What are the two scholarly requirements for FAFSA?
Maintaining a 2.0 GPA and being enrolled in at least 6 semester units.
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When is an appointment needed?
When you need an educational plan or transcripts from another college/university.
300
What amenities does DSP&S offer?
Accommodations available through DSPS may include, but are not limited to: Counseling Services: -Intake and Accommodation Authorization -Disability Management -Educational Planning -Academic Advisement -Referrals to other services Testing Accommodations: -Extended Time -Distraction Reduced Environment -Scribes -Text to Speech Software (screen reader) Adaptive Technology: -Equipment Loans -Training in Adaptive Software -High Tech Center Lab Use Alternate Media: -Electronic Text -Braille -Large Print -Closed Captioning Interpreting Services: -Sign Language Interpreters -Real Time Captioning Facilitated Seating: -Tables and Chairs -Preferential seating Other : -Volunteer Notetaker -Mobility Training
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How are classes that will be supported by SI selected?
SI is geared towards classes that are notoriously difficult and that have high failure or withdrawal rates.
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When is the LRC open on the Menifee Campus?
Monday - Thursday: 9am-12pm Friday: 9am-12pm
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Should you file for FAFSA and the BOG waiver, even if you do not think you qualify?
Yes! Never limit your resources just because they require some paperwork.
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Where are the counseling offices?
Menifee- in the 100 building San Jacinto - in the 1150 building Temecula - down stairs on the left side of the building San Gorgonio - does anyone know?
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When do DSP&S students register for classes?
The first day of registration! (Note takers also qualify for top priority registration.)
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What is the name of the SI Leader for this course?
Kylie
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Name three of the main services offered at the LRC.
Three of the primary services we offer are walk-in tutoring, testing, and computer usage.
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Can you set up an appointment to discuss your financial aid options?
Yes!
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How do you meet with a counselor?
You can schedule an appointment to speak with a counselor, or you can drop into the counseling office on walk-in Wednesdays.
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How can you contact DSP&S on this campus?
Menifee Valley Campus 28237 La Piedra Road, Room 1019B Menifee, CA 92584-8947 (951) 639-5305 (951) 672-2548 FAX Email: dspsmvc@msjc.edu
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