Covid-19
Where can you get tested for Covid-19
On campus:
at Grinnell Hall, done by a walk-in bases from 8am to 6pm Mon, Tues, Wed and 6am to 2pm Thurs
or you can get tested at the student health center
How long is each tutoring session
One hour
What is the first saluki center
This center is specifically for those students who are First Generation Students
Where is Grinnell Hall located?
Right outside of Mae Smith Hall.
Where can I find the DSS office?
Room 220 in the Student Health Center.
Where can you get the Covid-19 vaccine
Vaccination clinic is located in the Renaissance Room in the student center. Students can also make an appointment at the Student Health Center.
Where is the tutoring center located?
7th floor of Morris Library
Where is the First Saluki Center located?
The second floor of the Student Services building to the right.
What does the Study Hub at Grinnell have?
Private study-rooms, group-study sessions, and specific tutoring for PLB 115 and Math 101.
Is there personal assistance or supports available for students with disabilities?
Yes, the Southern Illinois Center for Independent Living recruits and maintains lists of prospective personal assistants for students who require assistance with activities of daily living.
How often do you need to get tested if you do not have proof of vaccination
Once a week
What types of tutoring services do they offer
General study tips & specific courses (you can find on their website clss.siu.edu)
Who runs the First Saluki Center
Dr. Lanel Love
When is tutoring for Math 101 available in Grinnell Hall?
Sunday & Tuesday 6pm-9pm
How does a student who requires assistance with daily living activities get a personal assistant?
Students are responsible for interviewing, hiring, training, paying and replacing PA's, but DRS may pay for the services of PA's. You can contact the Southern Illinois Center for Independent Living for more information on PA's.
What happens when/if you test positive
You receive a call from the Jackson County health department and from SIU. You can either go into isolation at the Wall and Grand Apartments or you can go isolate at home.
How many times a week can you go to the tutoring center?
Once a week per course. So if you are going for two classes, you go twice.
What happens when you sign up
The students who sign up receive a mentor who they will meet with the student bi-weekly
When is tutoring for PLB 115 available?
Monday & Wednesday 6pm-9pm
What is an ESA and can I be processed for approval of an ESA though DSS?
An ESA is an emotional support animal that offers some type of benefit to an individual with a disability. DSS does process ESA's for individuals with disabilities, but a form would have to be processed through the DSS website in order to begin to process for approval.
What happens if my suitemate tests positive.
You must self quarantine for 10 days. Meals will be delivered two times a day, at 11:30 or 5:30
What is required from the students prior to starting
request a tutor by filling out the form located on the website (clss.siu.edu) or call Morris Library.
What are the benefits?
Students receive financial assistance for books and sometimes their tuition
What is an additional source for academic success at Grinnell Hall?
The full time staff member who is willing to teach metacognitive learning strategies.
What does DSS do?
Provides support services to students with disabilities and works closely with faculty and staff in an advisory capacity providing disability education awareness around ensuring equal access within courses, physical structures, and in the online environment.