Navigating Highline College: A Student's Guide to Success
Welcome to Highline College! As you embark on your academic journey, this guide will provide you with essential information and resources to help you thrive. Highline College believes you belong here, and offers a comprehensive support system to ensure your success.
Transitioning to College Life
The Transition Success Center is a valuable resource for students navigating the transition to college. Make an appointment to discuss the necessary steps for a smooth transition. For those seeking to refresh their academic skills, the Jumpstart Program offers preparation for college-level work.
If you have a degree from your home country or professional experience you'd like to continue in the U.S., the Welcome Back Center can guide you through the process.
Academic Support Services
Highline College provides a range of academic support services to help you excel in your studies:
- Writing Center: Get assistance with reading and writing assignments from experienced tutors.
- Tutoring Center: Receive help with homework in any subject.
- Math Resource Center: Seek guidance with math homework from knowledgeable tutors.
- Public Speaking Center: Improve your presentation skills with support and practice.
- Highline College Library: Borrow books, use computers and printers, and consult with librarians. The library also features a New Reader’s Section for ESOL students, with books categorized by reading level: Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced.
Technology Resources
Highline College offers various technology resources to support your learning:
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- Computer Access: Building 30 provides computers and printers for student use.
- Technology Support: Bring your laptop or device to Building 30 for technical assistance.
- Laptop Loans: If you need a computer for studying, you can borrow one from Highline College.
Student Support Services
Highline College is committed to supporting your overall well-being:
- Community Pantry: Access free food when you need it.
- Benefits Hub: Get help applying for childcare, utility discount programs, financial assistance, affordable housing, healthcare, and more.
- Counseling Services: Highline College counselors are available to help you explore careers, manage stress, anxiety, and depression, and address other challenges you may be facing.
- Career Services: Get help finding a job or preparing for a career. You can take personality tests, career assessments, and prepare for interviews.
Navigating the Digital Landscape
In today's academic environment, familiarity with online platforms is crucial. Highline College utilizes several key platforms:
- Canvas: Canvas is a web-based learning management system used by nearly every class at Highline College. If a course has online materials, they are probably in Canvas. Your Canvas dashboard gives you an overview of what you have going on in Canvas. the right all of your course To Do items by date due. manage tasks across all of your courses. Your instructor may have also added this to your class. Different course modes offer varied ways of participating in the class. Want more information on Canvas? Check out the Student Canvas Orientation, a short course on Canvas that covers the most important features.
- ctcLink: ctcLink is a platform used by colleges across the state of Washington, where students go to manage the "business" side of their education - register for classes, pay tuition/fees, update personal information, etc. Want more information on ctcLink? Check out these text and video tutorials on using ctcLink.
- Google Drive: Your Highline student account also includes access to Google Drive. Google Drive is an online storage platform which allows you to access and share your documents from any device. Want more information on Google Drive? Google Docs in an online word processor (like Microsoft Word) that automatically saves to your Google Drive, where you can then download or share it. Want more information on Google Docs?
- Okta: Many applications will require you to login through Okta in order to access them. Students can also access many apps and services by logging directly in to their Okta dashboard. Want more information on Okta? Check out this guide on setting up and using Okta.
- Watermark Student Success and Engagement: Watermark Student Success and Engagement (formerly known as Aviso) is how students can interact with staff and faculty for advising, planning courses schedules, and other services such as financial aid. Want more information on Aviso/Watermark? Check out these guides on how to use Watermark.
- Zoom: Zoom is a video conferencing application frequently used for online class meetings/lectures as well as instructor office hours. Highline students can login to Zoom using your myHighline account through Single Sign-On (SSO). Want more information on Zoom?
Course Modes
The way a class is conducted is called its course mode. Different course modes offer varied ways of participating in the class. If a course has online materials, they are probably in Canvas. host their online materials elsewhere.
Additional Information
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