Resources for You - the LWTech Student

Supplemental Instruction Center – GET HELP WITH MATH AND ENGLISH
Tech Building, T217
The SI Study Center offers FREE academic support for targeted high impact courses provided through a collaboration between faculty and student facilitators. Support is available during specific schedule blocks for writing, math, and ESL.

The Learning Lab – FREE Drop-in Tutoring for all students, East Building, E214
The Learning Lab offers free, drop-in tutoring to all LWTech students from certified tutors, staff, and faculty. Tutors support students in understanding course concepts and accessing resources in English, math, sciences, & select program classes.

Crisis Information

If you are experiencing a health-related emergency, please call 9-1-1, Campus Public Safety at (425) 739-8224, or the 24-hour crisis line at (866) 427-4747

http://www.lwtech.edu/campus-life/counseling

Help with $$$ Are you eligible for assistance from other non-Financial Aid sources? Take a quick survey to see!

Absences and Accommodations for Faith and Conscience

Students who will be absent from course activities due to reasons of faith or conscience may seek reasonable accommodations so that grades are not impacted. Such requests must be made within the first two weeks of the quarter and should follow the procedures listed online.

Academic Advising - West Building, W207
Academic Advisors (sometimes referred to as Student Success Navigators) provide support to you in pursuit of your academic and personal goals by identifying and addressing your strengths, weaknesses, and barriers. Academic Advisors can provide clarification about program requirements, create academic plans and assist with course registration, connect you with important campus resources, and explain college policies and procedures. To make an appointment, find drop-in hours, or learn who your advisor is, visit: www.lwtech.edu/advising .

Assessment Center – West Building, W204
Placement test for college classes, ATI TEAS testing, GED, industry certification testing, accommodated testing for students served by DSS, and CLEP

Associated Student Government – East Building, E128
The ASG is the voice of the students and representatives of students to the college administration. Meetings are scheduled weekly and all campus community members are invited to attend. They work on many issues, throughout the year including: chartering student clubs, funding student conference travel, assigning students to committees, and reporting student issues to the college’s Board of Trustees.

Campus Life – East Building, E128
Get involved a little or a lot. LWTech Campus Life offers you the opportunity to participate in one of many events and activities, offered for free, throughout the quarter. Whether you want to socialize, build a skill, or learn something new there are activities for everyone. If you don’t see something you want, suggest an activity and join us.

Bookstore -East Building, E127
The Bookstore lists and stocks your instructors' required and recommended textbooks. Online ordering is also available. In addition to books and course-related supplies, the bookstore sells a variety of snacks and gift items.

Campus Public Safety- East Building, E145
(425) 739-8224
Campus Safety and Security is the campus law enforcement division of the college. Campus Safety and Security works closely and directly with all departments of the college to ensure uniform application and clear understanding of LWTech safety and security policies and procedures.

Child Care - South Portables 1-8
The Early Learning Center provides nurturing care to children between the ages of 1 year and walking and age 6.

Community Resource – West Building 207
Get help with connecting to community resources that may assist with housing, food, utility bills, transportation, childcare, and much more

Computer Lab - Technology Center, T215
The Computer Lab gives students access to over 50 PCs and Macs loaded with the software used in classes. High speed Internet connections, color printers and scanners are also available, along with help from staff.

Counseling
Counseling Information (document)
LWTech has counseling resources available on our website at www.lwtech.edu/counseling

Dental Clinic - East Building, E107
The Dental Assisting and Dental Hygiene programs operate a non-profit dental clinic that is open to the community and offers a range of oral health care services.

Disability Support Services - West Building, W207
If you have a physical, psychological, medical or learning disability that may impact your course work, please contact the Disability Support Services office. They will coordinate reasonable accommodations for students with documented disabilities. All information and documentation is confidential. DSS is located in W207 in person, by phone 425-739-8300, or by email dssinfo@lwtech.edu. For additional information please refer to www.lwtech.edu/dss Students who requested services through DSS for accommodations in this class should talk with the instructor as soon as possible for authorized services.

eLearning Center - Tech Building, T313
The eLearning Center provides assistance in navigating or troubleshooting LWTech's online course system.

Employment Resource Center - West Building, W207
The Employment Resource Center offers job search resources, assistance with job searches, online job postings for students, alumni and community members, and workshops on choosing a career, resume writing, interviewing, etc. It also offers on-campus employer recruiting opportunities and sponsors on-campus employment events.

Enrollment Services - W201
Apply for admissions to the college, admissions to selective admissions programs, register for classes, request official transcripts, apply for graduation, get student ID card

Financial Aid - West Building, 209
Financial Assistance is available for students for help with needs such as tuition, living expenses, and emergency needs through the Financial Aid Office. Scholarships are also available twice yearly through the LWTech Foundation. Students who need financial help should visit the Financial Aid Office, located in room W209 in the West Building. Information about the LWTech Foundation scholarships may be found on the following website: http://www.lwtech.edu/about/foundation/scholarships/

Fitness Center - East Building, E116
The Fitness Center is run by students and is available for students, faculty, and staff. The Center has cardio equipment, weights, fitness classes and can provide, upon request, a student personal trainer.

Legend - online resource - student.services@lwtech.edu

Legend is a software system that connects students, faculty, and staff at LWTech. Students meet with both Faculty Advisors and Academic Advisors (Navigators), notes and academic plans can be shared. Students are able to see all services available, and raise a hand if you need help. Legend provides you with a central location to connect to the people and services at LWTech that are available to help you. You will find contact information as well as links and online appointment scheduling - all accessible from your Legend homepage. Your Dashboard displays any upcoming appointments, kudos, referrals, and suggested action items. Once you log into Legend, you can update your profile with a picture. Be sure to review and update your email address and phone number to ensure your instructors and academic advisors can contact you.

Library - Learning Commons - Technology Center, T215
The Library - Learning Commons is a place to do research, check email, or just hang out and study. Library staff will help you take full advantage of their online catalog, research databases and other materials in this 18,000 square foot facility. You can access the library catalog and many other electronic resources through the website.

Program Advising – Varies, for advising specific to your program, please contact your faculty advisor. Once the student has chosen a program and has taken their first quarter of classes, they will receive technical advising from their Faculty/Program advisor.

Meditation Room - Room T118

Reporting

If you have a concern to report, ranging from academic concerns, safety incidents, to behavioral concerns, and more, LWTech has various ways for you to file a report. All reporting options are available at www.lwtech.edu/reporting

RISE Center : Resources for Inclusion, Support, and Empowerment - East Building, E126
The RISE Center aims to build an equitable and inclusive campus environment for all students through educational programming and culturally responsive support services. It is also a resource for students from traditionally underrepresented and underserved backgrounds, such as students from minoritized ethnic/racial groups, students with disabilities, first-generation college students (those who are the first in their family to attend/graduate from college), undocumented students, and members of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer (LGBTQ) community.

Running Start

Eligible students may attend college full-time and/or take classes at the high school and the college. Students earn high school and college credit simultaneously for college level courses. Tuition is covered through Running Start, therefore Running Start saves money. In addition, Running Start students get started on college early, so they save time as they work towards their educational goals.

See Something, Say Something Incident Reporting Link

Student Handbook (PDF)

Student Toolbox
This page has many tools for students, including links to help you with hours and Pins, address change, Canvas, Class details, Degree Audits, etc.

Title IX

Title IX prohibits sex discrimination in all university/college programs and activities, including, but not limited to admissions, recruiting, financial aid, academic programs, student services, counseling and guidance, discipline, class assignment, grading, recreation, and employment. Contacts:

Meena Park, Title IX Coordinator (425) 739-8212 West Building, W304B
Ruby Hayden, Deputy Title IX Coordinator(425) 739-8208

TRiO - East Building, E214
The TRiO program is funded by two federal grants and provides academic support to first-generation and/or low-income students, or students with disabilities. Services include, but are not limited to: one-on-one tutoring, study skills workshops, educational planning, academic advising, financial education, and transfer and career planning.

Veteran's Services - E131
Veteran Services includes the Center of Excellence for Veteran Student Success (CEVSS), located in E131 and Financial Aid in W209. The supportive staff connects Veteran students to their educational benefits. The Veterans Services team is dedicated to the educational, health and wellness, and transitional needs of today’s veterans. If needed, CEVSS connects veterans to Federal, State, and County resources (i.e. housing, counseling, and employment services). We are more than a center of learning; we prepare our students for what lies beyond.

Wellness Resources

Workforce Development – West Building – W207
The Workforce Development program provides support and funding (tuition and/or books) for qualified students. Are you receiving unemployment benefits, food assistance, or TANF? Have you received unemployment or been discharged from the military in the last 4 years? Do you have limited income or have you been relying on someone else’s income? Take the survey and see if you qualify: www.lwtech.edu/wfd

Writing Center - Technology Center - T217
Housed inside the Academic Skills Center, the Writing Center is staffed with tutors at various times and provides: computers with internet access, informational handouts and writing tutorials, Skills Bank practice software, and academic paper editing services.