Resources and Services for
Students at a Distance
All students are entitled to academic advising. For students
located in the Kansas City and El Dorado areas, local advising is available
by appointment. To contact your program of study advisor for any location,
call the Office of Lifelong Learning.
Visit Important Forms.
Bookstore & Online Spirit Shop
http://emporia.bkstore.com
Memorial Union - (620) 341-5214 - bksemporiast@bncollege.com
The
Memorial Union Bookstore provides required books and materials for ESU
students and faculty, and has a wide selection of art supplies, educationally
produced software, magazines, general reading books, souvenirs, sportswear,
greeting cards, and much more.
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Online Spirit Shop - Order Shirts, Mugs, and More!
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Online Bookstore - Order or Reserve your textbooks
The Bulletin - ESU's Student Newspaper
www.esubulletin.com
(620) 341-5201
The Bulletin is published on Mondays and Thursdays during the academic year. It is published by the ESU Board of Student Media at Emporia State University. One free copy is available to each student; additional copies are 50 cents each. Current and past issues of The Bulletin are also available online.
Buzz In - ESU's Information Portal
http://buzzin.emporia.edu
Buzz In is Emporia State University's web portal. Similar to other web portals, such as My Yahoo or My MSN, Buzz In will allow users to personalize and customize displayed content to suit their information needs. The Buzz In Portal will serve as the single point of entry for the university's information assets. Not only will the portal allow access to Banner self-service modules, but will also form a cohesive and flexible interface that will support the integration of other university systems such as Blackboard, MyData, and StudentAccess.
For information about Buzz In, including login instructions, visit About Buzz In.
Career
Services
www.emporia.edu/career
433 South Morse Hall - (620) 341-5407 - career@emporia.edu
The mission of Career Services is to provide ESU students and alumni
with assistance in meeting their career planning and placement needs.
For more information or to inquire about services, please call or visit
the Career Services web site above which outlines a variety of services
available to students, alumni, and employers.
Deferments
www.emporia.edu/busaff
Deferment Office - 103P Plumb Hall - (620) 341-5340 - kedelman@emporia.edu
Any student in unpaid status who has been approved for financial aid may request a tuition deferment. Students must complete the Tuition and Fee Deferment form available at www.emporia.edu/busaff/payment_options.htm.
Disability Services
www.emporia.edu/disability
Memorial Union - (620) 341-6637 - disabser@emporia.edu
The
Office of Disability Services facilitates and coordinates accommodations
and services for students with documented disabilities at Emporia State
University. Emporia State has a long history of providing services for
people with disabilities. We are committed to meeting the unique needs
of the students. The office also promotes a successful transition to
college and to work, campus and community resource information, disability
awareness, and voter registration information.
Students are encouraged to register with the office prior to enrolling in classes. Students can self-identify to the office by submitting documentation and making an appointment to address individual needs. Documentation requirements are unique to each disabling condition.
The Office of Disability Services is located in the basement of Memorial Union, (620)341-6637, (620) 341-6646 (TTY), or (620)341-6640 (Fax). Contact the office for reference materials. The Relay Service is available for those with communication disabilities and can be reached by calling 711 from an ESU telephone.
Financial Aid
www.emporia.edu/finaid
103 Plumb Hall - 1(800) 896-0567 - finaid@emporia.edu
The
Office of Student Financial Aid at ESU is pleased to assist you as you
look for ways to pay for your education. To apply for financial aid,
students must be accepted into a degree program and enrolled in 6 or
more undergraduate credit hours in Fall or Spring or 4 credit hours
for Summer OR 4 or more graduate credit hours in Fall, Spring, or Summer.
Exception: Students who have qualified for a Pell Grant do not need
to meet the minimum credit hours.
Graduate Studies and Research
www.emporia.edu/grad
Plumb Hall 316 - 1(800) 950-GRAD - gradinfo@emporia.edu
The
Office of Graduate Studies and Research assists students seeking information
regarding graduate degrees offered at Emporia State University. ESU
is one of six Regents institutions in the State of Kansas and offers
60 master's degrees, one education specialist degree, and the Ph.D.
from the School of Library and Information Management. Our faculty
are well respected and recognized nationally for teaching excellence
and research accomplishments.
Health & Recreation
www.emporia.edu/recsport/learning
Student Recreation Center - (620) 341-5944 - wisemich@emporia.edu
A web site has been developed to assist our distance learning students in fulfilling their health and fitness goals. We realize that you may not be able to visit our campus recreational facilities or participate in our recreational programs, but we want to assure you that your health and fitness is important to us. This site is designed for use as a reference to gain valuable information on health and fitness, to keep you informed of the most current trends in the recreation and leisure field, and to provide a resource to assist you in your health and fitness endeavors.
The Heartland Alliance
www.emporia.edu/regist/heart/heartlnd
Registration Office - 108 Plumb Hall - (620) 341-5211
The Heartland Alliance for Higher Education was established in 1995
as a cooperative effort between Kansas higher education institutions
in an effort to offer more and better services to students and to promote
communication, articulation, and cooperative agreements between institutions.
Heartland Alliance members are Allen County Community College, Butler
County Community College, Coffeyville Community College, Emporia State
University, Flint Hills Technical College, Highland Community College,
Hutchinson Community College, Johnson County Community College, Kansas
City Kansas Community College, and Pittsburg State University.
Installment Plan
www.emporia.edu/busaff
Cashiering Services - 104 Plumb Hall - (620) 341-5170 - knoblocm@emporia.edu
The University makes available an installment plan for the payment of
tuition and fees. Under this plan, the initial payment will be approximately
thirty-three percent of the total fees due, plus a $25.00 administrative
fee. The balance is to be paid in two additional installments. A late
fee of $25.00 will be assessed for each payment not made by the due
date. An installment contract specifying amounts due must be arranged
for in person or can be designated as an option on the payment agreement
form. A form is available at www.emporia.edu/busaff/payment_options.htm.
Library Services for Distance Students
www.emporia.edu/library
William Allen White Library - 1(877) 613-READ - libref01@emporia.edu
The
William Allen White Library supports the academic, research, and service
programs of ESU. To meet individual and lifelong learning needs of university,
community, and Kansas citizens, the library provides access to resources
in print, multimedia, and electronic formats. Students also have access
to the Kellogg Online Catalog and other online search tools.
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Resources for Distance Students - A listing of library resources and services
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Ask-A-Librarian Service - Help by Chat, Email, Phone, & In Person
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For Further Questions: Access the homepage of the library at http://library.emporia.edu or contact Terri Summey, Coordinator for Library Services to Distance Students, at summeyte@emporia.edu or through the toll-free number.
Post Enrollment Information
www.emporia.edu/lifelong/postenroll
Lifelong Learning - 315 Plumb Hall - 1(877) 332-4249 - lifelong@emporia.edu
Post
Enrollment Information provides information for students who have
enrolled in Lifelong Learning courses. We suggested that you
check Post Enrollment Information at least 3 weeks before your class
begins.
Post Enrollment Information includes the following:
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Your Responsibilities as a Distance Student: Required ESU Email Account; Textbook Ordering; Instructor Contact Information; Class Attendance
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Information for Students in Internet Courses: Computer Requirements; Login Instructions & Tutorials for Course Web Sites
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Other General Information: Viewing your Schedule and Grades; Drop, Refund, Withdrawal Policies; Student Services for Distance Students; Special Class Instructions for Specific Courses
Student Identification Cards
www.emporia.edu/memunion/id
University ID Center - Memorial Union - (620) 341-5859 - larsongr@emporia.edu
The Hornet Card is a student's official University identification card.
The Hornet Card grants access to many University products and services:
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Library Access
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Meal Plan Access
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Vending Purchase Card
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On- and off-campus Debit Card
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Sporting/Cultural Event Access
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ATM Card (through Lyon County State Bank)
Students are responsible for all University property obtained with their Hornet Card. If the ID card is lost, report it immediately to the University Police and Safety Office. If a card is found, it also may be returned to either office.
Distance students who are interested in obtaining an ESU student ID should contact the Office of Lifelong Learning at 1-877-332-4249 for details. The Hornet Card costs $15.
Technology Assistance - Help Desk
www.emporia.edu/tcs
TCS Help Desk - 128 Cremer Hall - 1(877) 341-5555 - helpdesk@emporia.edu
Studying
Online often presents a new learning experience for students. ESU's Office
of Technology and Computing Services (TCS) offers a variety of services
to students in regards to technology and computing, assistance with Stumail
and Blackboard, as well as providing various online tutorials.
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Online Support - Topics covered, but not limited to: Certified Client Browser Configurations, Browser Settings, America Online Users, Pop-up Blockers, Spyware Cookies/Programs, Viruses, Suggested Computer Requirements, Blackboard & WebCT, Student Access.
Textbooks
www.emporia.edu/lifelong/geninfo/textbooks.htm
Textbooks are available through the Memorial Union Bookstore. You can order them online, by phone, or in-person. See the above link for contact information, ordering instructions, special instructions for students in the Kansas City area, and refund details. If you wish to view which texts are available for your course, please visit the online textbook system at http://www.campusstores.com/emporia/index.asp.
Transcript Requests
www.emporia.edu/regist/trnscpt/info
Academic Records- 108D Plumb Hall - (620) 341-5419 - rosenqub@emporia.edu
Transcripts may be requested in person or by mail. Telephone requests
are not acceptable. A written request with an original signature
is required. Requests will normally by processed within 24 hours. However,
a longer period of time may be required for processing at end of each
semester and at enrollment time. When ordering by mail or fax, please
print the online Transcript
Request Form.
Mail Request to:
Emporia State University
Academic Records, Box 4026
1200 Commercial Street
Emporia, KS 66801-5087
Cost:
$8.00 per transcript mailed or picked up
$10.00 per transcript faxed
NOTE: A transcript picked up by OR sent directly to you is stamped "Issued
to Student". Some institutions will not accept a transcript that
is marked "Issued to Student".
Transfer Information
www.emporia.edu/regist/transcript
Registration Office - 108 Plumb Hall - (620) 341-5211
Web site above includes information on:
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Transfer Information for Kansas Community Colleges
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Transfer Information for Other Kansas Colleges/Universities
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Transfer Information for Out of State Colleges/Universities
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Transfer
Credit Policy -
General Transfer Information
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ESU Course Prefixes
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Military Credit
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Credit by Examination
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General Education Information
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Articulation Agreement
Verifications
www.emporia.edu/regist/trnscpt/verify
Academic Records Office - 108D Plumb Hall - (620) 341-5419
The ESU Academic Records Office provides the following verifications:
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Enrollment verifications for health insurance
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Enrollment verifications for student loan deferment
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GPA verification for good student discounts
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Attendance and degree verification
Verification of enrollment may be requested by the student, parent, insurance company, bank, or loan company. A picture ID is not required. The request may be made in person at the Academic Records Office, Plumb Hall, Room 108D, by phone at 620/341-5419, or in writing to:
Emporia State University
Academic Records, Box 4026
1200 Commercial Street
Emporia, KS 66801-5087
The information needed for the verification request is the student's name, social security number, semester date to verify, and the full address where the verification is to be sent.
Veterans Educational Services
www.emporia.edu/stuaff/vahome
205 Plumb Hall - (620) 341-5267 - buchelem@emporia.edu
Veterans and/or their dependents and reservists may qualify for educational benefits while attending Emporia State University. Interested students can obtain information on requirements and procedures from Marilyn R. Buchele, 205 Plumb Hall, (620) 341-5267.
The Writing Center
www.emporia.edu/writinglab
345 SE Morse Hall - (620) 341-5380 - writinglab@emporia.edu
The
Writing Center at Emporia State University promotes writing as a tool
for teaching and learning in every discipline and assists writers
in preparing for the practical, real-life applications of writing
in the workplace as well as in the academic world.
The Virtual Writing Center site is open 24 hours a day. Clients may email their documents for review, evaluation, and consultation anytime during the day and expect an next-day turn-around time. At night, clients may still email documents with the understanding that they may have to wait twenty-four hours (or in the case of the weekend, until Monday) to get a response. The ESU Writing Center located at 345 SE Morse Hall is open during the week. To check its operating hours, click here.
The Virtual Writing Center offers the following services:
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Writing Consultations via email (see Consultations for details).
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Writing Handouts. We offer a number of "handouts" on writing-related topics. Some are quick reviews for punctuation and common grammar errors.
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Help for ESL students. We offer specific help for ESL students, including links to other ESL sites on the Internet. (Composition).
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The Grammar Hotline. This service offers quick answers to grammar and documentation questions. (Grammar)
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Documentation assistance. You can go to this web site (Documentation) to find models for the most common types of sources, or you can link to an online handbook for a more complete set of models.
Last Updated February 5, 2008