Campus Resources Pt.1
Where is the Student Health Center located?
Moffet Hall, lower level
How many Withdraws ("W's") do you get during your time at Radford University?
Unlimited Course Withdrawals.
Where do you go to sign up for an appointment with an Highlander Success Center (HSC) advisor?
Starfish!
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 do you go to apply?
Handshake
What is the minimum GPA you need to obtain by the end of the semester in order to be in good academic standing?
At least a 2.0 overall 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?
Center for Diversity and Inclusion
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 go to if you need professional clothes for a job interview, job fair, etc.?
The Center for Career and Talent Development located in Russel Hall on the 3rd floor. The clothes are free!
What is a "repeat," and how many of these do you get during your time at Radford?
You can repeat a class you previously failed or did not get the grade you needed. The new grade will then replace the old grade in your GPA calculation! Keep in mind-- the most recent grade will count, NOT the better of the two.
You can repeat each class ONE time.
What happens after you have used all of your repeats?
You can use a retake - these are unlimited!
For retakes, both grades count in your GPA
If you are having trouble with technology (your laptop, connecting to Wi-Fi, etc.), where should you go for help?
The IT Help Desk, located on the first floor of Walker Hall in room 153
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 3 criteria do you need to meet to earn Dean's List at the end of a semester?
- obtain a GPA of at least 3.4
- all grades of a C or higher
- be enrolled in at least 12 credit hours
How do you access your academic transcript?
Unofficial transcripts can be accessed through OneCampus
There are two centers on campus that are helpful when studying - one assists with the writing process, and the other provides tutoring. What are the names of these 2 centers?
The Writing Center (WC)
Harvey 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
What 3 things determine satisfactory academic progress for financial aid?
- Meet a minimum grade point average
- Minimum number of hours a student must complete to show progress toward a degree
- Number of attempted hours allowed to earn a degree
When is the last day to withdrawal from a class?
Friday, April 4th
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
What 2 things do you need for the GPA calculator
bonus 100 points if you can name where you find them
-GPA hours
-Quality points
Bonus answer: unofficial transcript