Campus Resources Pt. 1
Where is the Student Health Center located?
Moffett Hall, lower level
How many Withdraws ("W's") do you get during your time at Radford University?
Unlimited
Where do you go to sign up for an appointment with your academic advisor?
Navigate 360
You need a quiet place away from your roommate to study. Where can you go?
- library (5th floor is silent!)
- Young Hall, first 2 floors
- reserve study rooms in HKC
- center for the sciences
- breakout rooms in Kyle Hall
- Hemphill Hall
True or False: It is free to ride the Radford Transit.
True-- as long as you have your student ID on you!
You want to apply for an on-campus job. Where can you go to apply?
Handshake
What is the minimum GPA you need to obtain by the end of the semester in order to remain in good academic standing?
At least a 2.0 GPA
What is an example of something that would place a "hold" on your account?
- unpaid parking ticket, did not turn in health forms, did not complete AlcoholEdu, unpaid tuition balance, etc.
You can't register for classes until the hold is taken care of! So, take care of them sooner than later.
What office can you print up to 10 pages a day for free in?
Connected Communities
located in Heth Hall!
Printing can also be found in the library, 1st floor of Young Hall, 2nd floor of the Bonnie, and Peters Hall.
True or False: You do not need to meet with an academic advisor in order to register for classes.
FALSE! You have to meet with your advisor each semester in order to receive a PIN number and determine which courses you can take.
What office should you visit if you need professional clothing for an interview, job fair, etc?
The Center for Career and Talent Development
located in Russell Hall, 3rd floor
clothing is free!
How does Radford University define Academic Notice 1?
A student's cumulative GPA falls below 2.0
True or False: A student can be in good academic standing with Radford University but still fail to meet financial aid SAP requirement
True! Academic standing and financial aid SAP have different requirements. SAP considers GPA, completion rate, and maximum time frame for completing a degree.
If you are having trouble with technology (your laptop, connecting to wifi, etc.), where should you go for help?
The IT Help Desk, located on the first floor of Walker Hall
Where is the Highlander Success Center located?
Young Hall (3rd and 4th floors)
Suzie is right handed, and she just broke her right arm. Johnny is diagnosed with anxiety. Ellen has diabetes. In order to get help so their various situations don't impact their academic success, what office can all 3 of these students go to?
Center for Accessibilty Services (CAS)
Also, if you had an IEP or 504 plan in high school, CAS can definitely help you, too!
What is a "repeat," and how many of these do you get during your time at RU? What does a repeat do for your grade?
You can repeat each class one time.
A repeat replaces the grade.
What is the Federal Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)?
You can opt to sign off on the FERPA to give your parent or family member access to your financial, academic, and/or conduct information. Go to the Registrar's office to update this information.
Where can students go if they need help understanding material for a particular class?
Harvey Knowledge Center (HKC) - 4th floor of library
True or False: If you withdraw from a class and go below 12 credit hours, you'll be kicked out of the residence hall.
False!! You will NOT be kicked out of the res hall even if you go below "full time student status"
This office can advocate for students and help them if they are going to be out of class for an extended amount of time due to extenuating circumstances such as illness (including COVID-19), death in the family, or surgery.
Dean of Students
located in Heth Hall, 3rd floor
- obtain a GPA of at least 3.4
- all grades of a C or higher
- be enrolled in at least 12 credit hours
What is the amnesty policy?
The amnesty policy helps protects students IF they are seeking help for themselves or others while under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs.
If you or someone you know is dealing with sexual/dating violence and/or substance abuse concerns, which office can help?
- SAVES (Substance Abuse and Violence Education Support)
- Student Counseling Services (now offering Let's Talk, a program providing easy access to informal confidential consultations with counselors from SCS. Walk-in hours at multiple sites around campus all week. There is no appointment necessary, not formal counseling - more a drop-in service where students can have an informal consultation with a counselor from time to time
How do you format a proper email? (there are 6, but we're looking for 5 parts! Will give partial credit, 100 points per email section you get right)
- subject in subject line
- greeting (Hello, Good afternoon, etc.)
- introduction (name, class, section/time)
- body (details, what do you need?)
- closing (thanking them for their time, etc.)
- signature (at least full name, major, and expected graduation. Can include involvements as well)