Virtual Orientation Website for Undergraduate Students

Academic Calendars – http://www.gsw.edu/~aaf/schoolcal.htm
Find the academic calendars  here.

Academic Course Load - http://www.gsw.edu/academics/bulletin/contents/reg.htm#STUDENT ACADEMIC LOAD
Find information on full time and part time status here.

Academic Renewal - http://www.gsw.edu/~aaf/advman/acadadv.html#ACADEMIC_RENEWAL
Been out of college for over five years? Academic Renewal may be available for you.

Academic Standing - http://www.gsw.edu/academics/bulletin/contents/reg.htm#ACADEMIC STATUS GOOD  STANDING WARNING, PROBATION, SUSPENSION
Find information on good academic standing, warning, probation, and suspension here

Advisement at GSW - http://www.gsw.edu/~aaf/advman/acadadv.html#ACADEMIC_ADVISING
You will receive good advisement at GSW. Read about our philosophy of advising here.

Advisors List by Majors - http://www.gsw.edu/~aaf/handbook/appendix.htm#C
Want to find out who advises which majors? Check here.

Athletics - http://www.gsw.edu/~athletics/
There are many athletic events to take advantage of on the GSW campus. Find out how you can get involved.

Attendance policy - http://www.gsw.edu/academics/bulletin/contents/reg.htm#ATTENDANCE
Find the attendance expectations of your on-line course(s) here.

Bookstore - http://www.gsw.edu/services/books/
The GSW campus bookstore is always available to help out, whether you are picking up your cap and gown for graduation or having textbooks mailed to your home.

Bulletin – http://www.gsw.edu/academics/bulletin
Find the  University Bulletin here.

Calendar of Events - http://www.gsw.edu/events
Find out what important events are taking place on campus by clicking here.

Campus Directory - http://www.gsw.edu/search/directories.htm
Need to contact a faculty or staff member. The campus directory can help you find out how.

Career Services - http://www.gsw.edu/~career
Career Services can help you create a resume, find a job, and prepare for the interview. Find out about those services and more.

Catalog - http://www.gsw.edu/academics/bulletin
Find the  University Catalog here.

Class Schedules – http://www.gsw.edu/academics/schedule.html
Select the class schedule you would like to view here!

Core Curriculum – http://www.gsw.edu/academics/bulletin/contents/req.htm#GEORGIA SOUTHWESTERN STATE UNIVERSITY CORE REQUIREMENTS
All students seeking a baccalaureate degree must complete the specific courses listed in the GSW Core Curriculum. Transfer students should read this section carefully.

Counseling - http://www.gsw.edu/~gswcs/
If you need to talk about anything, GSW has trained professionals ready to listen.

Degree Requirements - http://www.gsw.edu/academics/bulletin/contents/req.htm
Find the general degree requirements at GSW here.

Directions to GSW - http://www.gsw.edu/university/directions.html 
How to get here and where to stay when you do get here.

eCore Information - http://www.alt.usg.edu/ecore/gsw/ 
Taking an eCore class? You should read the information at this site very carefully to find the answers to your questions about these online courses. Be sure to check the academic calendar; it’s not the same as the one for regular GSW classes.

eCore Class Schedule Information – http://www.gsw.edu/academics/schedule.html
Find the information on eCore classes offered  here.

Faculty at GSW - http://www.gsw.edu/~aaf/handbook/appendix.htm#E 
All faculty are listed here.

Faculty and Staff Directory - http://www.gsw.edu/search/directories.htm 
Need to contact someone at GSW? Find email addresses and phone numbers here.

Family Educational Right to Privacy Act (FERPA) - http://www.gsw.edu/~aaf/advman/acadadv.html#FERPA 
Georgia Southwestern State University is covered by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA), as amended, which is designed to protect students' rights in regard to education records maintained by the institution. To read about your rights, click on this link.

Fee Payment - Fees must be paid by the published deadline to avoid late fees and paid in full by the last day of late registration to avoid class cancellation. It may be possible for you to pay tuition and fees online. Login to the RAIN system at https://rain.gsw.edu/about_rain.htm . Go to Student Services, then Student Records, then Online Fee Payment.

Final Examination Schedule - http://www.gsw.edu/academics/schedule.html
Find the final examination schedule  here.

Financial Aid - http://www.gsw.edu/~finaid
Do you need financial aid to attend GSW? Find out what is available and how to apply

Financial Aid Funds – Disbursement of Excess Funds -
1. Login to the RAIN system.
2. Select the Student Services and Financial Aid menu.
3. Select the Student Records menu.
4. Select the Account Summary By Term menu.
5. Find the Detail Code 'RFND' within the charges and payments for the term in question. If the RFND is greater than the amount you have already picked up, then you may have a check available. For check pick up on the first day of class, Student Accounts will disburse them in the Rotunda of the Administration Building. After the first day of class, report to Room 111 of the Administration Building to pick up your check. A picture ID is required in order to pick up a check. If necessary, call the Student Accounts Office to make arrangements to have the check mailed to your address.

Grading System - http://www.gsw.edu/academics/bulletin/contents/reg.htm#GRADING SYSTEM AND QUALITY POINTS
Find information on the grading scale and grading system at GSW here.

Graduate Course Descriptions - http://www.gsw.edu/academics/bulletin/contents/gr.htm
Find course descriptions for all graduate courses offered at GSW here.

Health Center - http://www.gsw.edu/~health
Health services are available to all GSW students. Find out what services we offer that may help you stay healthy.

Housing options - http://www.gsw.edu/~reslife
Need a place to stay in Americus but don’t want to pay for a hotel? Our residence life staff may be able to help. Find out what options are available to you.

I.D. card information - http://www.gsw.edu/student
All students should have a student I.D. Find out how you can get yours.

International Student Admissions - http://www.gsw.edu/academics/bulletin/contents/adm.htm#INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
International students seeking to enroll in OnLine GSW courses will need to follow the guidelines listed here. Information on maintaining an F-1 Visa status is also provided here.

Library - http://www.gsw.edu/~library
The GSW library has many services to benefit all its students. Find out how they can help you.

Map of GSW campus - http://www.gsw.edu/university/map.html
Visiting the campus soon? This map should help you find your way around.

Meal plans and dining services -
Need to eat a meal on campus? Our dining hall and snack bar are available for you.

Medical Withdrawal - http://www.gsw.edu/academics/bulletin/contents/ser.htm#ADMINISTRATIVE MEDICAL WITHDRAWALS
For the provision of an academic learning environment and the protection of students and the total University community, the University has adopted a policy for the administrative medical withdrawal of students.

Multicultural Affairs - http://www.gsw.edu/~mcaffairs
We have cultural programs and activities planned for our diverse student population. Find out what’s available for you.

OnLine Course Information – http://www.gsw.edu/academics/schedule.html 
Find the OnLine course information here f.

OnLine Course Information – hhttp://www.gsw.edu/academics/schedule.html
Find the OnLine course information here .

Parking Decals - http://www.gsw.edu/~safety/parking.htm
Make sure you don’t forget your parking decal or public safety may find your windshield.

Policy on Academic Integrity - http://www.gsw.edu/academics/bulletin/contents/reg.htm
The Honor Code for GSW students is listed here. Students taking online courses have an additional policy: Printing online quizzes and/or tests is strictly prohibited unless the student has the permission of the instructor.

Post Office Services
GSW offers a full post office. Contact Terri Morris at tmorris@canes.gsw.edu  to find out how we can help you out with money orders or mailing a package.

Public Safety - http://www.gsw.edu/~safety/
The department of Campus Safety is an accredited law enforcement agency responsible for the protection of life and property on Georgia Southwestern State University campus. We feel safe at GSW knowing these officers are on duty.

RAIN - https://rain.gsw.edu/about_rain.htm
The Registration and Academic Information Network (RAIN) is available Sunday through Friday from 7:00AM to 11:59PM and Saturdays from 7:00 AM to 10 :00PM. Start using RAIN now for all your academic and financial needs.

Readmission - http://www.gsw.edu/academics/bulletin/contents/adm.htm#READMISSION OF FORMER STUDENTS
Students who have not been enrolled at GSW for one calendar year or more must follow the readmission policies found here.

Recreational Sports - http://www.gsw.edu/~intramurals
We offer a full line of both outdoor and indoor activities for students; everything from flag football to ping-pong. Find out what event is next.

Registration Information – https://rain.gsw.edu
The Registration and Academic Information Network (RAIN) allows students to access their academic and financial records on-line. Find class schedules, curriculum sheets and business forms on RAIN now.

Registration Schedule Adjustments –
http://www.gsw.edu/academics/bulletin/contents/reg.htm#SCHEDULE ADJUSTMENTS
Find information on adding and dropping a class or withdrawing from a class here. Information on withdrawing from school can also be found here.

Student Activities - http://www.gsw.edu/~activities
Activities to help and entertain students are always happening. Find out what is available and how you can get involved in some of our 70+ student organizations.

Student Handbook - http://www.gsw.edu/student/handbook.html
View the GSWeathervane, our student handbook online.

Student Support Services - http://www.gsw.edu/services/sss
Need assistance? We have many services available to help you. Contact John Spencer at jts@canes.gsw.edu for more information.

Students with Disabilities –
http://www.gsw.edu/academics/bulletin/contents/ser.htm#POLICY AND PROCEDURES FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
Georgia Southwestern State University provides access to programs and makes reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities. We are here to help you have a successful college experience. Contact John Spencer at jts@canes.gsw.edu for more information.

Students with Learning Disabilities –
http://www.gsw.edu/academics/bulletin/contents/ser.htm#SERVICES TO STUDENTS WITH LEARNING DISABILITIES
GSW through Student Support Services offers numerous services to students with learning disabilities. Contact John Spencer at jts@canes.gsw.edu for more information.

Transient Student Information - http://www.gsw.edu/academics/bulletin/contents/adm.htm#TRANSIENT STUDENTS
Students seeking to enroll at GSW as a transient student will find admission information here.

Tutoring & Computer Labs - http://www.gsw.edu/services/skillscenter.html
We have tutors and computers available for all GSW students. Find out how you can take advantage of these vital resources.

Undergraduate Course Descriptions - http://www.gsw.edu/academics/bulletin/contents/ug.htm
Find course descriptions for all undergraduate courses offered at GSW here.

WebCT for GSW online courses – http://www.gsw.edu/webct 
Having problems with your GSW WebCT ? Contact Lovely Lewis for help.
Lovely D. Lewis
Distance Education and Instructional Technology Center Coordinator
Georgia Southwestern State University
229-931-2969 Phone
229-931-2928 Fax
llewis@canes.gsw.edu

Who to Contact at GSW - http://www.gsw.edu/~aaf/advman/acadadv.html#REFERRAL_LIST
Need help, have a concern or just want a question answered? See this referral list.