WORKSHOPS
The Financial Aid Office offers various workshops to support student success.
Here are the dates, times and locations of upcoming workshops:
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WORKSHOP DESCRIPTIONS
Appeal Workshop
This workshop will address students who are academically disqualified from receiving financial aid. Topics covered include the satisfactory academic progress standards and the process of appealing for reinstatement. The presenter will discuss the appeals process and what a student should include in their appeal to improve their chances of getting their financial aid reinstated. Students who have been academically disqualified from receiving financial aid are encouraged to attend this workshop. The workshops are approximately one hour or less.
Cash for College Day
Financial Aid experts are available on campus to assist anyone who needs assistance in completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). In addition, computers will be available on-site for applicants to file their form online. Cash for College events are typically held during the months of January - February each year. Check here for updated times and locations for any upcoming Cash for College events in 2009-2010.
Financial Aid Forum
Do you feel that the financial aid services on-campus are something you need more information about? Would you like to share your ideas on how the Financial Aid Office can better serve students? Or do you simply have a need to discuss your challenges in regards to the financial aid process. Come and join Vernon D. Bridges, Financial Aid Manager, in a discussion of financial aid issues on campus. Forum dates and locations will be listed here throughout the academic year.
Orientation
A variety of topics are discussed including: what is required of financial aid recipients, when to expect check disbursements how to maintain your financial aid, what is satisfactory academic progress, how adding and dropping a class may affect aid, income reductions, and more. All financial aid recipients are encouraged to attend this workshop. We also collaborate with faculty to provide this information within a classroom environment throughout the academic year.
Scholarships 101
Learn about scholarship opportunities, how to search for them on-line, and how to effectively complete the necessary applications.
Student Veterans: Skills for Success at School and Work
Student veterans are invited to attend this workshop. Attendees will learn how to manage their interpersonal relations at both the school and work environment setting.
You Can Afford College
A one-hour financial aid workshop designed to explain the process of applying for financial aid, the types of programs available, and useful tips. This presentation is designed for those who are not necessarily financial aid applicants and/or recipients but may be interested in the process.