ON-LINE STUDENTS - WELCOME TO YOUR SITE!

Welcome to studying on-line. As a School we want to be particularly sensitive to your needs. You have chosen the cutting-edge of contemporary education that requires a committed and self-disciplined learner. We trust that you fit that bill and we are here to support you. Please understand that similar to classroom learning, faculty in distance courses differ in their style of teaching on-line. Don't expect them all to interact the same way, any more than you would expect in the traditional classroom. Stay in touch with your distance faculty.

Communicate your needs and reactions to your courses to your faculty just as you would in a classroom setting. It is easy to e-mail them in Blackboard as you will see, or contact them via the link provided below in the "Helpful Links" section. On this page we have listed for you the primary support staff for distance education. Don't hesitate to contact them. We are all here to serve you and help you succeed.

Please, take time now to try to access your distance course(s). All of your courses can be accessed via Blackboard, our web based on-line learning software. Instructions below will direct you to all you need to know to begin.

Godspeed you on your distance journey.

Financial

1. Complete FAFSA through Central Financial Aid
2. Complete School of Communication Scholarship Application
3. View the Tuition Payment Deadline posted on the Business Office Homepage. You may pay online through the GENISYS system; Select Login then Registration and follow the steps.

Computer Info

4. Ensure that you have received your computer Logins and Passwords. If not, and you have paid your deposit, please contact Markus Pfeiffer at (757) 352-4492. Markus can assist you with any technical questions or challenges that you might face as a distance student. Don't hesitate to get in touch with him!
5. Read through the computer standards and ensure  that you have the necessary computer equipment and training to accomplish distance coursework.
6. Work through the following computer tutorials:
   1. Blackboard
   2. GENISYS
   3. Web based E-mail

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Academics

7. Return Enrollment Agreement
8. Refer to the Degree Plan Worksheets to gain an understanding of what courses you required for your degree and course schedule
9. Register for classes via Maryanne Williams (888-777-7729), initial enrollees only.
10. Order books through the Regent Bookstore
11. Contact your Academic Advisor within the first semester.
12. Read the Student Guidelines (link) and familiarize    yourself with Policies and Procedures.

Health Insurance

13. As a distance student you are not automatically enrolled in the Student Health Insurance. If you wish to have student health insurance, you must contact the Business Office (More info on Health Insurance) or call 877-850-8434.

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On Campus

14. If you are a distance education student planning a visit to campus, you will need a Temporary Parking Permit while you are on campus. Contact Diane Clark.
15. As a distance student you are NOT required to have a Student ID. But if you want one, you may obtain one from Student Service when you are on campus for a residency. Student IDs can be obtained on the Virginia Beach campus in the Student Center, Suite 201 on Wednesdays from 11:00am to 3:00pm. Please bring a valid picture ID (driver's license or passport).
16. If your program requires an on-campus residency, you are responsible for making your own travel and housing arrangements. If you are flying, the airport code for Norfolk International Airport is ORF. Residency information will come from the School and/or the department.

Other Helpful Links

• Contact a faculty member
• On-Line Catalog
• Founders Inn (on campus hotel)
• Library Information
• Student Handbook
• Student Services

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