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Top Tip of the Summer!

Pause to think clearly, in the redwoods Take several, deep, centering breaths. Appreciate that you've got time to do some thinking about who you are as a student. Consider some questions:

What have you gained from persisting through the disrupted spring semester?
What is the state of your learning?
How have you expanded your skills? perspectives? self-knowledge?
Do you want to adjust your coping strategies?

Take a couple of meta moments to be honest, and kind, and bold with yourself. You are awesome.

Share Your Tips

Please share your tips / ideas / stories so we can include them in this space. We really want to hear from you!

You've Got This!

Interim Provost Bond-Maupin and the entire Academic Affairs team supports you!

Plus faculty and staff from all over Humboldt State!

Bringing the Pieces of Success Together

First, take care of yourself, your health

Consider these resources for your physical and mental health:

Also be on the look out for people who are sharing love and support these days — we're looking at you, John Krasinski, for SGN #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #7 and #8! And the Getty art spoof challenge! When you find motivating or heartwarming links, please let us know!

Second, keep up to date on technology

When you have questions about Canvas or Zoom, open Canvas and click the Help button in the bottom left. Zoom's support page is very helpful too.
Keep in mind that you may access Canvas and Zoom through device-appropriate apps.
Contact the ITS help desk with any questions.
Software: Home Use, VLab & VLinux, Remote to a physical lab, Support
Equipment: Laptops, Internet, Headsets, Cameras, Support

Third, know the resources available to you

Quick Links

HSU Coronavirus Information

CDC "Share Facts Not Fear"

Registration Info

Announcements

COVID-19 Grade Change Requests

Please review information on your option to change the grading scheme for your courses.

For transfer and graduation counselling please refer to degree_caseloads_2019.09.19.pdf

Learning Center: Tutoring & Supplimental Instruction

Now more than ever, you might want some support with your class assignments. The Learning Center can help you stay on track and accountable to yourself through remote tutoring sessions and SI.
Click here to locate the Learning Center tab for more info.

Preparing for Online Learning

New to online learning? No problem, check out this video for tips to succeed in an online course.

First Steps

If you are new to using Canvas for online learning, look through HSU's Learning 101 Canvas course.
Review the (latest) syllabus for any new information or changes.
Identify new/changed tasks and make sure you have access to the tools required to perform those tasks. For example, you may need to use VLab to access an application you would normally access in a campus computer lab.
Check your email or Canvas course announcements regularly for updates and information from your instructor.
Modify your study plan to accommodate changes to your class schedule.
Review the information below and on other sections of this website for related information and resources.
Review the library guide.

In general, what you need to learn in an online environment is not very different than in a classroom, especially since most face-to-face courses utilize online technologies for things like media, file sharing, assignment submission, etc. Here are some basic materials/tools used in online learning:

Computer and Internet

Computer System: Mac or PC capable of running at 2 Ghz or greater
Internet Connection: Broadband internet connection supporting data rates of 3.0 Mbps or greater. To test your server speed, go to Speedtest.net and run the Speed Test on your computer.
Browser: Make sure that you are using latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox.

Software

HSU supports many technologies that can be useful in online learning.
All Humboldt State students, faculty, and staff have access to the full Google Suite after logging in to MyHumboldt. Also check the ITS software page for free and discounted software.
University faculty, students and staff have free access to Zoom video conference software. This means that students as well as faculty can create Zoom meetings and send invitations. Zoom can be used to conduct live classes online, collaborate on group projects, give live presentations, conduct small group (breakout) discussions, etc. Zoom can also be used to record video assignments. Access Zoom through the MyHumboldt page or the Humboldt State Zoom page.

Accessing Course Content Online

Canvas

Canvas is the Learning Management System used for all courses at Humboldt State. In addition to common uses such as file sharing and assignment submission, online classes may also use Canvas to deliver course content, like instructional videos, readings, and external media, and to conduct course activities, such as discussions and peer reviews. You should become familiar with your Canvas course site and know where to find course content, files, and assignments. You can find many helpful how-to guides in the Canvas Student Guide.

Zoom

Some courses require students to participate in online class meetings using Zoom. You may need a webcam and headset with microphone to participate in online meetings. For the best experience, find a quiet location with reliable internet connection and privacy to participate in online meetings. Take a close look at HSU's Zoom guides.

Completing Activities and Assignments

Doing the Work and Getting Credit

Make sure you use your official HSU email for communicating with your instructors and not a personal gmail or other account, wherever possible.

Always check your syllabus and communicate with your instructor, but here are common ways you may submit assignments:

Essay assignments are usually submitted to a designated assignment folder in Canvas.
Quizzes: you may be required to take a timed online quiz or exam within a specific testing window. Online quizzes may include a variety of question types such as multiple choice, true or false, essay, fill-in-the-blank. When taking an online quiz, be sure to allow sufficient time to complete the quiz before the testing window ends — any open quiz will be submitted automatically at the cutoff time.
You may attach a file to Discussion Forums.
Presentations may be done either by submitting your presentation into an Assignment folder or by participating in a Zoom session online with the rest of your class.

Making Use of Study Resources

Study Skill Resources

Time Management Videos

Advising

Academic and Career Advising Center (ACAC)

The Academic & Career Advising Center will provide remote advising via email, phone, and Zoom appointments. Drop-in hours, Monday - Friday 10am - 1pm, will also be provided remotely to answer students’ questions. Students can email acac@humboldt.edu or call 707-826-3341 to schedule an appointment with their advisor. We are constantly updating our website with resources for job/career search as well as academic success remotely.

Graduate Studies

Keep in Contact

Virtual Drop-In with the Office of Graduate Studies to tef21@humboldt.edu or hsu@humboldt.edu with the following information:

Email subject line: DROP-IN Assistance
Your first and last name
Student ID #
Preferred method of contact: Email, phone or Zoom
Phone number, if applicable
Reason for your Drop-in
Attach any relevant documents

Our Virtual Drop-In staff will respond to your emails and phone calls in the order that they are received.

RAMP

Beginning Monday, March 30th, the Retention through Academic Mentoring Program (RAMP) will provide remote mentoring to freshman students who were assigned a RAMP Mentor during the fall semester. RAMP Mentors will be contacting their mentees during the week of March 30 and setting up Zoom meetings. In consultation with their RAMP Mentor, mentees who cannot access video will determine a mutually agreed upon alternative modality such as phone, chat, email, or Google Hangout.

Please contact us if you have questions or would like a mentor assignment if you were not previously assigned a mentor at hsu-ramp@humboldt.edu or (707) 826-5251 or (707) 826-4585.

Community-Based Learning

Center for Community Based Learning (CCBL)

CCBL will offer Zoom and phone appointments for all constituents (students, faculty and community partners) to assist with their current and emergent needs. We are creating remote or alternative assignments/projects to help students meet the requirements of the community based learning (service learning and academic internships) experience. We continue to update our with resources as well. Email ccbl@humboldt.edu with questions or contact the following based on your constituent group:

Students: Kelly Fortner, kelly.fortner@humboldt.edu, 707-826-4964

Faculty: Loren Collins, Loren.collins@humboldt.edu, 707-826-5459

Community Partners: Stacy Becker, stacy.becker@humboldt.edu, 707-826-4963

Technical Help

HSU Information Technology Help Desk

Information Technology Help Desk has you covered for your technology needs and support for remote learning.

Canvas Help

For any needs about Canvas specifically, please sumbit a ticket to our Canvas Support Team.

Virtual Labs

Virtual labs (vLab) allows students to access a number of software applications that are installed in on-campus computer labs that you may need for your coursework. You can run this software from your laptop/desktop/notebook by using a browser and going to: vlab.humboldt.edu. Not all lab software can be accessed through vLab; however, the list of titles is evolving.

Questions? Please contact the HSU Technology Help Desk.

Remote Computer Access

To remotely access computers on campus, please visit here.

Student Disability Resource Center (SDRC)

The SDRC office is closed to in-person assistance but will continue to provide support to our students remotely. However, the SDRC does have limited professional and student staff working in the office. The rest of the professional staff are hard at work in their homes ensuring you have the resources, accommodations, and support you need for your courses.

If there is continued need for transportation services, they will continue to be available for students living on campus with mobility difficulties.

Making Appointments with Accessibility Advisors:

Call (707) 826-4678 or email sdrc@humboldt.edu to make an appointment with an Accessibility Advisor.

Appointments with Accessibility Advisors will be held via Zoom or by phone if connection to wifi is unavailable. A link to the Zoom meeting will be sent to you when the appointment is scheduled. Please note: if you do not have video enabled on your device for the Zoom session, you will be asked to verify your identity. Please have your HSU ID number handy.

Learning Center: Tutoring & Supplemental Instruction

Learning Center Tutoring & Supplemental Instruction (SI) is Online

Now more than ever, you might want some support with your class assignments. We can help you stay on track and accountable to yourself through remote tutoring sessions and SI.

Multiple Tutoring Options

You can meet with tutors for drop-in sessions and by appointment, and we’re available 6 days a week and evenings. Tutors, Writing Consultants, and staff can meet, chat, or share screens with you through Zoom. You even have the option to submit your writing to a peer consultant and get tailored feedback within a day.

Unsure about Zoom? Not sure how to make an appointment? No Problem.

Student assistants are on call waiting to help you through our virtual front desk. We also have step-by-step video guides that describe how to use Zoom for tutoring sessions, how to use Google Hangouts, and how to get the most out of remote tutoring.

Supplemental Instruction (SI) through Zoom and Canvas

SI Leaders are running SI sessions through Zoom and have additional support materials and activities for students through Canvas. Students who want to participate in SI, even if they aren’t currently enrolled, can participate by contacting the SI Coordinator, Arianna Thobaben, amt7002@humboldt.edu.

Want to know more? Visit our website or contact us directly:

Website : learning.humboldt.edu/

Email: learning@humboldt.edu

Phone: 707.826.5217

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