Dear Commuter Student, Welcome to Sheridan College! This guide was created with you in mind, whether you are a new student, returning commuter student, or a returning student that is new to commuting, we hope that this guide will help connect you to the Sheridan College and surrounding community. In this guide you will find keys to success that will guide you through making the most of your experience at Sheridan College. Please utilize this guide as well as all of the resources on campus as you navigate through your educational process at Sheridan College. We wish you the best of luck and let us know how we can assist you in making the most of your experience. Sincerely, Carol Garcia Larissa Bonnet Dean of Students Director of Campus Life and Housing

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Keys to Success at Sheridan College Parking on Campus

Getting Started at Sheridan College

Helpful Hints and Resources

Academic Success

Health and Safety

Navigating Campus and Getting Involved

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Parking on campus can be difficult, especially the first couple weeks of each semester. We suggest that you arrive on campus at least 20 minutes before your class so that you have time to look for a parking space and get to class without rushing.

You do not need a general parking permit and may park in any of the parking lots not marked residential only, visitor, or patient parking. Cars in those areas without the proper permit will be ticketed and possibly towed at the owner’s expense. If you have questions on parking, please contact the Campus Police at 307-674-6446 ext. 4150.

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Getting Started

Where/how can I buy my books? The Campus Bookstore is located in the Whitney Academic Center. You may buy your books in person or order them online at http://www.bkstr.com/sheridanstore/home/en?cm_mmc=Redirect-_-VanityURL-_-sheridan.bkstr.com-_-260905. There is a Textbook Rental program offered through the bookstore. Not all textbooks will be eligible for rent. Rental price will be 50% of the new textbook retail price. Rental agreement must be signed and a credit card must be presented at time of rental. Book(s) must be returned at the end of the semester during buyback week. The book(s) not returned will be charged to the credit card on file at 110% of the new textbook retail price, less the 50% already paid at the time of rental. How do I set up my E-mail account? Welcome to the new MyNWCCD portal for the Northern Wyoming Community College District. We’ve enhanced many of the features for students, staff and faculty with our new portal experience. Students: We’ve enhanced your experience and features with regards to email, online storage and Microsoft products which are available to you online for *free*! Through Microsoft’s Live@EDU program you now have the following:

1. 10GB of online Email storage 2. 25GB of online file storage through Microsoft's SkyDrive 3. Access to Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint & OneNote 4. Online Photo gallery

For a review of the new features and capabilities of your student account please see our introductory video at http://take5.sheridan.edu/. How to activate your student account on Live@Edu.

1. Reset your student password Click on “Need Help Activating Your Account" link under the Login button.

2. Within 30 minutes your password at NWCCD will synchronize with Live@Edu. o Login to Live@Edu (<first name><last name>@sheridan.edu) {Example:

joesmith@sheridan.edu} o If you are unable to log in please contact the ITS helpdesk @ 307.674.3300

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How do I get my SCID? You get your SCID at the Campus Life and Housing Office in the Thorne-Rider Campus Center room 106. You will need to have a government issued form of photo identification (driver’s license, passport, etc.) and a copy of your current schedule to obtain your ID. What are Meal Dollars? Meal Dollars is a debit account on your SCID card that can be used to purchase food at the Griffith Dining Commons in the Thorne-Rider Campus Center and the Mountain View Café located in the Hayes building. The benefits of using Meal Dollars instead of cash are:

1. you do not pay tax on purchases; 2. you do not have to carry cash; 3. you get extra money when you put a certain amount on your card.

How do I set up/add money to my SCID? You must see Dining Services to set up an account or add money to your account. They accept cash, check, or credit card. Dining Services is located directly outside of the Griffith Dining Commons in the Thorne-Rider Campus Center.

What happens if I lose my SCID? If you have money on your card (Meal Dollars or Meal Plan) visit or email (ttreece@sheridan.edu) Dining Services to have the account suspended. Lost cards cost $10.00 to replace.

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Helpful Hints and Resources Where can I pay my bill? You can pay your bill at the Business Office located in the Whitney Academic Building. The Business Office accepts cash, check, or credit card.

How do I get my refund check? Your refund check will be mailed to the address associated with your student account unless other arrangements have been made. Where are the computer labs on campus? Computer labs are located in the following locations:

• Whitney Building o W167 – Open lab, lab is open when the Whitney Building is open o W202 (Math Center)

• Griffith Memorial Building (GMB) o Basement – Open the same hours as the Library o Library – See Library Hours

Can I use a laptop on campus? Yes, there is wireless internet location throughout campus. If you are having trouble connecting to the wireless internet please visit Information Technology in GMB. What if I need computer help? If you have internet access go to http://www.sheridan.edu/sc/services/its/info#training. If you still need help, visit Information Technologies in GMB. How do I know if classes are cancelled campus-wide? Sheridan College rarely closes because of weather conditions. Campus closure is only in the event of severe weather or other significant circumstances. If campus does close, notification will be posted on the main NWCCD website (www.sheridan.edu). Closing notification will also be sent through your SC e-mail account. What resources are available at the Griffith Memorial Library and how can I access them? Visit the Griffith Memorial Library website by going to http://www.sheridan.edu/library/. From here you can see what books are available, search article databases, and obtain resources for writing assignments. For questions regarding policies, procedures, fines, etc. call 307.674.6446 ext. 2500 or email library@sheridan.edu. Are there any copiers or fax machines on campus that I can use? Copy machines are available in the Griffith Memorial Library. Fax machines are available in the Library and in the Campus Life and Housing Office.

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Academic Success Where can I find a listing of all of the classes being offered? You may find a printed schedule of classes being offered outside the Records Office in the Whitney Building. You may also see an up to date version of the printed schedule at http://www.sheridan.edu/offices/records/.

How do I access my grades/transcript? • How can I look at my grades?

Grades are available through WebAdvisor. Login to your MyNWCCD account and click on the WebAdvisor option. Under the Students Menu you will find multiple menus. The Academic Profile Menu gives you multiple options including your grades by term as well as your overall transcript.

• How do I request an official transcript?

There are multiple ways to request an official transcript from NWCCD. • Option 1: Login to your MyNWCCD account and then enter WebAdvisor. Go into

the Students Menu and under Academic Profile you will see “Transcript Request”. Enter the information requested and a transcript will be processed.

• Option 2: On the homepage there is a link on the right hand side that is called “Request a Transcript”. This form can be either mailed or faxed to us.

• Option 3: Visit the Records Office on your campus to complete a request for a transcript.

How do I register for classes? All first-time students are required to meet with an advisor to register for class(es). Once you are a current student you may register for classes using online registration available on WebAdvisor. We encourage all students to meet with an advisor to assist you in selecting the appropriate courses to reach your educational goals. For more information on enrolling for courses, please contact the Enrollment Services Office in the Whitney Building at (307) 674-6446 Ext. 2000. What is an advisor and how do I get one? Sheridan College has advisors to assist you with your studies. At Sheridan College we have faculty advisors available to help you when you declare a major. They may assist you with selecting classes in your major and with general information in your field of study. General studies students at Sheridan College are assigned to an academic advisor who are located in the Enrollment Services Office. Where do I get help with class(es)? There are a number of services to help students with classes. First, talk to your instructor as they may have some suggestions for you. Second, contact the Student Success Center in the Griffith Memorial Building; you may receive free tutoring and assistance with writing assignments. Online resources are available through Smart-Thinking services. You may also want to talk to some of your classmates to see if you can start a study group as they may be helpful as well.

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Where do I get help if I have a learning disability? We offer accommodations for students with documented learning disabilities. Please contact Tim Charles, Disabilities Coordinator at (307)674-6446 Ext. 2701 or tcharles@sheridan.edu. Can I withdraw from my courses? Yes, students may withdraw from a single course during the semester, or completely withdraw from school, but deadlines do apply. Check the class schedule for the listing of important dates for these deadlines. Also, check with your advisor or the Records Office for more information. Financial Aid For questions and answers please visit Financial Aid at http://www.sheridan.edu/sc/financialaid or in the Whitney Building. I probably don't qualify for aid. Should I apply for aid anyway? Yes. Many families mistakenly think they don't qualify for aid and prevent themselves from receiving financial aid by failing to apply for it. In addition, there are a few sources of aid such as unsubsidized Stafford and PLUS loans that are available regardless of need. The FAFSA form is free. There is no good excuse for not applying. Do I have to reapply for financial aid every year? Yes. Most financial aid offices require that you apply for financial aid every year. If your financial circumstances change, you may get more or less aid. After your first year you will receive a "Renewal Application" which contains preprinted information from the previous year's FAFSA. Note that your eligibility for financial aid may change significantly, especially if you have a different number of family members in college. Renewal of your financial aid package also depends on your making satisfactory academic progress toward a degree, such as earning a minimum number of credits and achieving a minimum GPA.

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What do those acronyms on the Student Aid Report (SAR) mean? The acronyms on the bottom of the SAR represent intermediate results in the need analysis. To fully understand their meaning, you will need to be familiar with the federal need analysis methodology, such as is used by the EFC Estimator. The meanings of the acronyms are as follows:

EFC Expected Family Contribution TI Total Income ATI Allowances Against Total Income STX State and Other Tax Allowance EA Employment Allowance IPA Income Protection Allowance AI Available Income CAI Contribution from Available Income (Independent Student) DNW Discretionary Net Worth APA Education Savings and Asset Protection Allowance PCA Parents' Contribution from Assets AAI Adjusted Available Income TPC Total Parents' Contribution TSC Total Student's Contribution PC Parents' Contribution SIC Dependent Student's Income Contribution SCA Dependent Student's Contribution from Assets

If an asterisk appears next to the EFC figure, the student has been selected for verification. The asterisk is followed by a code that explains the reason why the student was selected for verification. The letter explains the reason for selection, and the number indicates the priority, with code 1 the highest priority and code 25 the lowest priority (although there are higher codes).

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Health and Safety How do I sign up for health insurance with Sheridan College? Students enrolled in 6 credit hours or more are automatically enrolled in the accident insurance plan – the mandatory fee is included on your semester bill. Students can opt to purchase the illness insurance on top of the accident

insurance. To do register for the plan please contact United Health Services at 1-800-767-0700. Where do I drop off my immunization records? Immunization records are only required if you live on campus. If you are planning to move on campus, stop by the Campus Life and Housing Office located in the Thorne-Rider Campus Center. Where can I access mental health services? Counseling is available to student for free. Call 307-674-6446 x2008 to discuss your concerns or schedule an appointment with a licensed mental health professional. All visits are strictly confidential. Who do I call for help in the event of an emergency on campus? The Sheridan College Campus Police Department is on call on campus 24/7. You may contact them for assistance anytime at 307-674-6446 x4150. In an event of an emergency call 911 immediately.

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Navigating Campus and Getting Involved

Where can I find information on student clubs? For a complete list of clubs go to http://www.sheridan.edu/programs/whysc/clubswebsite/clubsandorganizations.asp or visit a Student Senate meeting on Monday evenings at 5pm in Thorne-Rider Campus Center 008. Clubs often advertise their meeting times on bulletin boards and on MyNWCCD so keep an eye out. What is Student Senate? Student Senate is the student governing body. They are responsible for serving as a voice for students and a major funding body for student groups on campus. They meet Mondays at 5pm in Thorne-Rider Campus Center 008. What is SC Activities Network? SC Activities Network is responsible for programs that happen on campus including SC After Dark, Welcome Week, Tunes @ Noon, Campus Center Cinema, and much more. If you would like to assist in planning these events talk to Elizabeth DeGrandpre (edegrandpre@sheridan.edu) or stop by the SC Activities Network Office in the Thorne-Rider Campus Center 014B. Does Sheridan College offer recreation opportunities? Yes, the Fitness Center is available to students free of charge and is located in the Golden Dome. Hours for the Fitness Center vary from semester to semester so be sure to check out the hours that are posted on the door. Also located in the Dome is a bouldering wall that is for student use. The Bouldering Wall is open for use during open gym times which are Monday – Thursday 7pm - 10pm and Sunday 6pm-10pm. The wall is for student, faculty, and staff use only. No family members or kids. SC offers sports and recreation opportunities throughout the year. Types of sports and recreation (intramural) activities include but are not limited to basketball, volleyball, soccer (both indoor and outdoor), softball, flag football, tennis, and one day tournaments. If you are interested in signing up for an intramural program, stop by the Campus Life and Housing Office in the Thorne-Rider Campus Center.

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Where can I eat? The Griffith Dining Commons is located in the Thorne-Rider Campus Center. The Griffith Dining Commons is open for breakfast (7am – 10:30am), lunch (11am – 2pm), and dinner (5pm-7pm). The Mountain View Café is located in the Hayes Loft on the north end of campus and is open from 7:00am – 6:00pm Monday thru Thursday and Friday 7:00am - 2:00pm. Meal Dollars may be added to your SC ID by visiting the Chartwells in the Thorne-Rider Campus Center. Benefits of Meal Dollars include:

• not having to carry cash; • not paying tax on items; • add money to your card and get free money on your card (i.e. pay $100 and receive

$110 on your card); • not having to leave campus and find another parking spot.

What is there to do on campus between classes? There are lectures, music programs, and other programs that happen during the day. Check out your planner, the General’s Ledger, and the TV screens for advertisement on the happenings around campus. Building Codes & Office Locations

• W – Whitney Building • GMB – Griffith Memorial Building • DOME – Bruce Hoffman Golden Dome • TC – Technical Career Center • AG – Agriculture Education Complex • CA – Culinary Arts Institute • SC – Science Center

• Financial Aid – Whitney Building W135 (307-674-6446 x2100) • Student Success Center – Griffith Memorial Building GMB110 (307-674-6446 x2701) • Department of Campus Life – Thorne-Rider Campus Center (307-674-6446 x2300) • Griffith Dining Commons – Thorne-Rider Campus Center (307-674-6446 x4105) • Bookstore – Whitney Academic Center (307-674-6446 x 4102) • Registrar – Whitney Building W132 (307-674-6446 x2200) • Library – Griffith Memorial Building (307-674-6446 x2500) • Academic Advising – Whitney Building W134B (307-674-6446 x2003) • Business Office – Whitney Building W127 (307-674-6446 x2404)

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Community Resources • Off-Campus Housing

o Grimshaw Investments 307-672-2810 o Creekside Court Apartments 307-672-3737 o Avoca Apartments (Low Income) 307-674-7862 o Western Apartments 307-672-8681 o Village Apartments 307-674-8827 o Townhouse Apartments 307-672-5366 o ABC Realty Company 307-674-7458 o ERA Carroll Realty 307-672-8911 o Re/MAX 307-674-7253 o Summit Realty Group 307-673-0641 o You Win Realty 307-673-5455 o Sheridan Realty Associates 307-673-1000 o Sheridan Apartments 307-672-0854 o Sheridan Square Apartments 307-672-8293 o Covy Run Apartments 307-673-0361 o Stadium Place Townhouses 307-763-2682 o West Park Mobile Home Community 307-674-4503 o Woodland Park Village 307-674-6713 o Mountain View Estates 307-752-3296 o JE Mobile Home Court 307-672-7878 o Country Club Estates 307-672-6652

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• Advocacy & Resource Center PO Box 581 136 Coffeen, Sheridan, WY 82801 24 Hour Crisis Line: 307-672-3222 Office: 307-672-7471 FAX: 307-672-5259 Email: charlotte@arcsheridan.org

• Family Planning of the Big Horns

128 S. Thurmond Sheridan, WY 82801 Office: 307-672-7054

• Community Health Services

297 S. Main Sheridan, WY 82801 307-672-5169

• Northern Wyoming Mental Health Center Sheridan Clinic 1221 W. 5th Street Sheridan, WY 82801 Office: 307-674-4405 After Hours Crisis Line: 307-674-4405 http://www.wamhsac.org/nwmhc.html

• Sheridan Memorial Hospital

1401 W. 5th Street Sheridan, WY 82801 307-672-1000

• Sheridan Free Clinic Thursdays from 5-9 pm 1428 W. 5th Street PO Box 682 Sheridan, WY 82801 307-751-6324 Email:clinic@access.net

• Urgent Care Clinic of Sheridan

1842 Sugarland Dr., Suite 103 Sheridan, WY 82801 307-673-5586

• Alcoholics Anonymous

Hotline: 307-672-6257 http://www.aadist2.vcn.com/

• Sheridan Police Department

45 W 12th St Sheridan, WY 82801 (307) 672-2413

• Sheridan County Sheriff

54 W 13th St Sheridan, WY 82801 (307) 672-3455

• State Family Service Department ·

111 E Works St Sheridan, WY 82801 (307) 672-2404

• Veteran Affairs

1898 Fort Road Sheridan, Wyoming 82801 (307) 672-3473

• Vocational Rehabilitation Division

61 S Gould St Sheridan, WY 82801 (307) 674-7529

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Sheridan College Student Parent Guide

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Pediatricians Goose Creek Pediatrics- Dr. Mary I Bowers MD

1701 W 5th St Suite A. Sheridan, WY 82801 (307) 672-7700 Open 8 am-5 pm Monday-Friday Specialties: Infant, Child and Adolescent Medicine, Pediatrics-

Allergy, Pediatrics Infant-Child-Adolescent, Adolescent

Accepts most insurance, including Medicaid and Medicare. Northeast Wyoming Pediatric- Dr. Barry Wohl MD

916 Jackson Ave Sheridan, WY 82801 (307) 675-5555 Open 9 am-5 pm Monday-Friday

Children & Teenagers, Welcomes New Patients, Rashes, Pediatrics Infant-Child-Adolescent Immunization and allergy experts. Accepts most insurance, including Medicaid and Medicare

Doctor’s Offices

Sheridan Ear Nose & Throat- Dr. Scott N Bateman MD 330 W Dow St, Sheridan, WY 82801 (307) 672-0290 Specialties: Board Certified, Skin & Allergy Testing, Allergy Shots & Sublingual Drops, Tonsils, Surgery, Sinus, Plastic & Reconstructive Procedures, Pediatrics-Allergy, Otolaryngology, Nose & Throat, Head & Neck Surgery. Accepts most insurance, including Medicaid and Medicare.

Sheridan Women’s Health- Dr. Lawrence Gill III MD 1333 W 5th St Ste 203 Sheridan, WY 82801 (307) 672-2522 Obstetricians & Gynecologists (OBGYN) Accepts most insurance, including Medicare and Medicaid

Women's Clinic of Northeast Wyoming- Dr. Timothy Scott MD 212 W Burkitt St Sheridan, WY 82801 (307) 672-0401 Obstetricians & Gynecologists (OBGYN) Accepts most insurance, including Medicare and Medicaid

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Doctor’s Offices Continued Dr. Michele L Bennett MD Family Practice

248 W Works St Sheridan, WY 82801 (307) 673-6100 Coffeen Clinic- Dr. Edward A. Wilson, DO Family Practice

304 Coffeen Ave, Sheridan, WY (307) 672-0773 Cottonwood Clinic- Dr. John Finley MD Family Practice

1842 Sugarland Dr. Ste 103, Sheridan, WY 82801 (307)673-5586 Big Horn Urgent Care

813 Highland Ave, Sheridan, WY (307) 673-5501 Specialties include Internal & Preventive Medicine and Skin Conditions

Wyoming Audiology & Hearing 226 N Brooks St, # 2, Sheridan, WY 82801 (307) 672-2821 Provides hearing care for both children and adults. Hearing Aids & Assistive Devices Retail Accepts both Medicare and Medicaid

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Day Care Providers

Children’s Center

863 Highland Ave, Sheridan, WY 82801 (307) 674-9750 Hours of Operation Monday-Friday 5:45am-5:45pm Infant - 12 Years Morning Pre-School 2 Yrs - 5 Yrs

Marion Day Care Center 710 Marion St, Sheridan, WY 82801 (307) 672-5408 Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 6:30 AM - 5:30 PM Preschool & Full Day Program 2-5 Years, After School & Summer Programs

First Light Children’s Center 366 E Brundage St, Sheridan, WY 82801 (307) 673-0403 Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 6:45 am to 6:00 pm Full-day/half-day care, Snacks served, Infant - 10 years, Clean & healthy environment

Noah's Ark Christian Preschool 135 Crescent Dr. Sheridan, WY 82801 This preschool is a nondenominational Christian preschool. Children between the ages of 3-5 will be accepted regardless of religion Noah’s Ark Christian Preschool offers 2 morning classes: Monday, Wednesday, Friday for 4-5 year olds Class hours 8:00am-11:00am Tuesday, Thursday for 3-4 year olds Class hours 8:30am-11:00am

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Day Care Continued ABC Preschool

105 Main Street (307) 752-7956 Monday-Friday Hours: 5:30 am - 5 pm

Caterpillar Clubhouse & Preschool 1325 Warren Ave Sheridan, WY 82801 (307) 673-0371

Little Rascals Daycare 337 Coffeen Ave Sheridan, WY 82801 (307) 763-4185

Dentists

Dr. Hal Quist DDS

2 N Main St Ste. 405 Sheridan, WY 82801 (307) 672-7439 Accepts most major health insurance plans including Medicare and Medicaid

Family Dental LLC 23 E Brundage Street Ste 5, Sheridan, WY 82801 (307) 674-9661 Accepts most major health insurance plans including Medicare and Medicaid

Dr. Michelle L. Meehan DDS 1465 Burton Street SUITE A Sheridan, WY 82801 (307) 674-9713 Accepts most major health insurance plans including Medicare and Medicaid

LeRoy Family Dental- Dana LeRoy DDS and Bruce Holwell DDS 532 Val Vista Street # 101, Sheridan WY 82801 (307) 674-6444 Accepts most major health insurance plans including Medicare and Medicaid

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Dentists Continued Daniel L Morin PC – Orthodontist

110 S Gould St, Sheridan, WY 82801 (307) 672-7108 Cloud Peak Endodontics- Dr. John K. Naugle, DDS

523 Val Vista St, Sheridan, WY 82801 (307) 672-2580 Sheridan Eye Care Providers

Eye Care of the Big Horns

1033 Coffeen Ave Ste A0, Sheridan, WY (307) 674-0444 Accepts most major vision and medical insurance

Wyovision Associates Inc. 1450 Sugarland Dr. Sheridan, WY (307) 673-5177 Accepts most major vision and medical insurance

Sheridan Eyecare Center 116 S Main St, Sheridan, WY (307) 675-2020 Accepts most major vision and medical insurance

Groshart Eye Clinic PC 25 E Grinnell Plaza, Sheridan, WY (307) 674-7611 Accepts most major vision and medical insurance

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