GET READY
FOR FALL 2020

Student Services is here to help you succeed with a weekly series
of helpful tips
AUGUST 27
THIS WEEK
LEARN HOW TO

  • Review the semester checklist
  • Access & download software
  • Book an appointment
Complete the Technology Needs Survey
Does your technology match your course requirements?

Answer just 3 questions to
complete a needs-assessment.
Learn how use Blackboard
Get comfortable using Blackboard
with these helpful resources
View the New to QVCC Student Orientation
New to QVCC: Virtual Orientation

Welcome to QVCC! Learn more about MyCommNet, Blackboard, DegreeWorks, QVCC's Support Services, and more! The video also includes a brief website tour and way...

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Access your
college email
Staff and faculty will contact you with important messages using your student email, powered by Microsoft Office 365 .

We must use your student email to communicate sensitive information per Connecticut State College & University policy.

For security reasons you cannot forward these emails to personal email accounts,
so it is critical you know where to view, send, and respond to official messages.
Review how to use myCommNet
myCommNet Tour for Students Faculty Staff

Learn what you can access in the Connecticut Community Colleges myCommNet portal: Email, Blackboard, Banner Self-Service for students and faculty. MORE INFO ...

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Request accommodations from Disability Services
Want to set up an academic adjustment or other accommodation? Email [email protected]
or call (860) 932-4299

Make sure your account balance
is covered
View and pay your bill on myCommNet under "Banner Student & Faculty Self-Service" and "Billing/Payment"

OR

Set up a payment plan with
the Business Office at (860) 932-4004 or [email protected]
Check the status of your financial aid
Ensure that the Financial Aid office has received all documents required to complete and process your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Check the status of your application in MyCommNet.
Purchase your textbooks & materials
The Bookstore accepts all major credit cards, PayPal, and Financial Aid as payment methods. Online orders will be shipped directly via USPS.
Review the
academic calendar
Be sure to add important upcoming dates and deadlines into your calendar and/or planner
Get involved
Access and Download software
Microsoft Teams
Text, call, and video chat with advisors and other staff
Outlook
Keep up with your secure college email
Blackboard
Never miss an assignment or course announcement
Webex
A popular video conferencing service for online courses, workshops, and information sessions
All of your essential Microsoft apps
– all in one place

Word
PowerPoint
Excel
OneDrive
and more

IMPORTANT REMINDERS
FROM THE ACADEMIC CALENDAR
SEPTEMBER 7
LABOR DAY - COLLEGE CLOSED, NO CLASSES
The college will be closed, staff and faculty will be unavailable,
and no classes are scheduled to run in observance of the holiday.
Enjoy your first break – or catch up on course work!
SEPTEMBER 8
LAST DAY TO ADD / DROP / OR SWAP CLASSES
Students have until Tuesday, September 8, to make changes to their schedule. If a course is dropped during this time you can be eligible for a 50% tuition refund (fees are non-refundable).

Please visit the 
or contact [email protected]

Want to change your schedule?
Have a question?
Meet with an advisor
Available Monday through Friday
by phone call, video chat, and email. 
Need nights and weekends?
Extended hours are available
until September 12.