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LIVING BLUE BOOK
ORIENTATION
STUDENT
GUIDE
welcome!
Welcome to Southeast Technical Institute! We’re glad you’re here!
We know it takes more than classroom experiences and training
to finish your degree. It takes the support of family, friends,
instructors, and many others.
As you begin preparing for your career here at Southeast Tech,
we want you to know that the staff in the Student Success Center
is here to assist you in achieving your educational goals as well.
We encourage you to make the most of the services we provide.
Whether you are in need of academic or personal counseling
services, registration, course or program information, resource
materials, tutoring assistance, job placement, childcare, books
and supplies, or special accommodations, we are here to help
you. On the next page of this booklet is a list of these resources
and how to contact the people who can give you the assistance
you need. Please take advantage of these opportunities.
Your success at Southeast Tech is very important to us! We want
you to know that we are here to support you in whatever ways
Jim Rokusek
we can.
Director of Students
Thanks for choosing Southeast Tech – have a great year!
Sincerely,
Jim Rokusek
Director of Students
Table of Contents
Welcome.......................................... page 1 Business Office.................................. page 10
New Student Checklist.................... page 2 Library ............................................... page 10
Telephone Directory........................ page 2 Apartments....................................... page 10
Financial Aid..................................... page 3 Immunizations.................................. page 10
Support Services.............................. page 4 Campus Safety................................ page 11
Scarbrough Center Childcare....... page 4 Campus Map................................... page 12
Academic Credits........................... page 5 Scholarships...................................... page 13
Student Life....................................... page 7 Career Center.................................. page 13
Laptops............................................. page 9 Career Center Registration Form.. page 14
Bookstore ......................................... page 9
1new student checklist
To apply for federal financial aid (Pell, SEOG, AC Grants, Stafford loans or workstudy), students need to
complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) at www.fafsa.ed.gov. The FAFSA must be
completed each year after Federal Income Taxes are completed. Southeast Technical Institute’s school
code is 008285.
Southeast Tech offers on-site childcare. The Scarbrough Center (605.367.8444) and the Volunteer and
Information Center (605.334.6646) can also provide a list of local providers. Students are responsible for
locating a backup provider in case their provider has an emergency or is ill.
If you are receiving funds from TANF, WIA, BIA, Voc Rehab, or the military, contact your caseworker and
inform them of your plans. Meet with our Nontraditional Student Advisor if you are unsure if one of these
programs may benefit you.
On-campus housing is available through Southeast Tech. Rental guides for off-campus housing are also
available in the Student Success Center.
Be sure to have reliable transportation. Bus schedules for city transportation are available at Southeast.
Finally, we understand that some individuals are overwhelmed by new situations. Please be aware that if
you need help at Southeast, the Student Success Center staff is available to assist you.
telephone directory
Specialty Contact Phone Number
Admissions Specialist - Business/T&I Programs...............Verlainne Hayunga.................................................367.4455
Admissions Specialist - Health Programs........................Mandy Hagen.........................................................367.4236
Admissions Specialist - Health Programs........................Nancy Munson........................................................367.4456
Admissions Specialist - CIS/Electronics............................Scott Dorman...........................................................367.4458
Bookstore............................................................................Megan Ulmer...........................................................367.4448
Childcare Facilities............................................................Tami Skorczewski......................................................367.8444
Director of Students...........................................................Jim Rokusek..............................................................367.6109
Disability Services...............................................................Steve Herr.................................................................367.4450
Financial Aid/Scholarships................................................Lynette Grabowska.................................................367.7867
Housing Manager..............................................................Andrew VanZanten.................................................367.5758
Career Center....................................................................Denise Heidebrink...................................................367.4819
Library..................................................................................Phyllis Kuno...............................................................367.4449
Nontraditional Student Advisor........................................DiAnn Kothe.............................................................367.6110
Personal Counselor............................................................Nicole McMillin.........................................................367.4821
Registrar Officer.................................................................Kristie Vortherms.......................................................367.5688
Security Officer...................................................................John Norberg/Wayne Lemme.............367.4847/941.9003
Student Activities/Organizations.....................................DiAnn Kothe.............................................................367.6110
Student Success Advisor...................................................Elizabeth Harder......................................................367.5835
Student Success Advisor...................................................Jacque Johnson......................................................367.6115
Student Success Advisor...................................................Mark Patterson.........................................................367.5868
Student Success Advisor...................................................LaDonna Zelmer......................................................367.5797
Tutoring................................................................................Tami Kerfeld..............................................................367.5691
2financial aid info
The Title IV school code for Southeast Tech is 5. You will receive an award letter that explains
the financial aid for which you qualify. Review
008285 your award letter carefully and make sure you
You must be accepted into a program at Southeast understand the terms of the awards being offered.
Tech before the Financial Aid Office can award Remember to return a signed copy of your award
financial aid. letter to the Financial Aid Office. If you intend to
take out loans, additional information will need to
1. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid be completed. Your award letter will notify you of
(FAFSA) is the form that is used to calculate your the loans for which you qualify and the amount
financial aid eligibility. You must complete the FAFSA you are eligible to borrow. The necessary forms will
to apply for federal aid. Use Southeast Tech’s Title IV be mailed with your award letter. These must be
school code: 008285 when completing it. There are completed and returned to the Financial Aid Office.
no fees required in the application process.
6. All first-time borrowers attending Southeast
• You may submit your FAFSA on the web at Tech must complete Entrance Counseling online
fafsa.ed.gov. You will need a Personal at mappingyourfuture.org. This is required even
Identification Number (PIN) for you and one for if students have previously completed Entrance
your parent before completing the FAFSA on the Counseling at a different institution.
web. These may be applied for at pin.ed.gov.
7. Financial aid funds are not dispersed in advance
• The Renewal FAFSA on the web is available for purchase of books. Therefore, STUDENTS MUST
for returning students who want to reapply for BUDGET TO BUY BOOKS PRIOR TO THOSE DATES.
financial aid. Book expenses are calculated in educational costs.
If you will have excess financial aid after all your
2. Submit your application as soon after January 1st
institutional costs are paid in full, you may be able to
as possible. Be aware of deadlines. Some funds are
charge your books purchased at the STI Bookstore.
limited and are awarded on a first-come, first-served
Please check with the Financial Aid Office to see if
basis. Plan to prepare your federal income tax early.
you qualify.
3. You will receive a Student Aid Report (SAR) after
8. If a student receives additional educational
you submit your FAFSA. If you have not received
assistance (i.e. scholarships, Vocational
your SAR within three weeks, check your application
Rehabilitation, Veteran’s Benefits, WIA, etc.) it is the
status at 800.433.3243. Review your SAR and if
student’s responsibility to notify the Financial Aid
corrections need to be made, contact the Financial
Office. Southeast Tech reserves the right to adjust
Aid Office for further instructions. If there are no
financial aid based on award changes or additional
corrections to be made, keep the report for your
information received by the Financial Aid Office.
records. The report is automatically transmitted
electronically to Southeast Tech if you have listed
the Title IV school code 008285 on the FAFSA. Workstudy Opportunities On Campus
The Federal Work-Study Program (FWS) provides
4. Southeast Tech may need to request additional on-campus employment for students with financial
information or forms. Make sure you respond need, as defined by the Department of Education. To
promptly to avoid delays in receiving your financial qualify for FWS, students must first file the FAFSA.
aid. At least one out of three applications is selected
for review by the Department of Education in a Jobs are posted outside the Financial Aid Office or
process called Verification. If your application is can be viewed online at southeasttech.edu. If hired,
selected, don’t be alarmed. The process may students must complete all necessary paperwork
require you to provide Southeast Tech with copies before beginning work. Students will need their
of your and your parent(s) signed federal tax forms, Drivers’ License, Social Security card, and a voided
W-2 forms, and a verification worksheet. Comply check.
with the request promptly. Southeast Tech cannot
Please contact the Financial Aid Office for more
award financial aid until verification is complete.
information or if you have any questions.
3support services
Counseling that allows parents to visit at any time. Parents are
also encouraged to be part of this program through
Southeast Tech offers free professional counseling
daily contact, meal times, special events, field trips,
services to meet the different needs of students individual planning for their child, and conferences.
on campus. Personal counseling is available when The center is staffed with well-educated and trained
life’s issues get in the way of academic success. individuals that follow developmentally appropriate
Counseling services are located in the Student practices.
Success Center of the Mickelson Building.
Students who would like to enroll their children in the
Nontraditional Student Services Scarbrough Center should contact the Center directly
at 367.8444.
Southeast Tech offers special supportive services for
a wide variety of nontraditional students: individuals
in training programs that are nontraditional for their
Student Support
gender, single parents, displaced homemakers, Southeast provides free learning assistance to
qualifying full and part time students and helps
dislocated workers, students not coming directly
them enter and complete courses in their respective
out of high school, or those who are unsure of their
programs. A Disability Services Coordinator develops
career interests and abilities. Individual, personal, and implements activities and services for Southeast
and academic counseling are designed to help students with special needs. These services include
these students adjust to the transitions associated adaptive assistance for the deaf, physically
with returning to school. impaired, and learning disabled students. Southeast
provides students with a comprehensive support
Scarbrough Center Childcare Facility program in these skill areas:
Southeast Tech has
a state licensed • Assessment of basic academic skills, career
childcare facility aptitudes and interests
• Interpretation of test results by skilled career
on campus to
counselors, admission specialists, and faculty
assist parents in
advisors
finding affordable • A variety of preparatory courses in reading,
daycare while mathematics, writing, keyboarding, and study skills
attending classes. • Peer tutoring for enrolled students in basic skills
Enrollment at the and career technical courses
Scarbrough Center • Instruction in English as a Second Language for
is limited, so early qualifying students
child registration • Assistance with job placement
for a semester is • Assistance with GED preparation through the
Learning Center located in the Mickelson Center
encouraged. Only
children of Southeast students and staff are eligible
to attend the Scarbrough Center.
The Scarbrough Center provides care and education
to children ages 4 weeks to 10 years. The center
provides a hands-on, inclusive, child-size environment
that promotes a child’s social, emotional, cognitive
and physical development. The Scarbrough Center is
a community Head Start site and is also a United Way
Partner Agency.
The Scarbrough Center has an open-door policy
4you deserve some credit
Transfer of Credits to Southeast
Southeast Tech will accept credits from any post These examinations may be oral, written, or a
secondary institution accredited by one of the major combination of both. In addition to the exam, a skill
regional accrediting associations, e.g., The Higher demonstration may be required. Persons who wish to
Learning Commission, North Central Association. obtain credit through a formal Southeast exam may
Acceptance of transfer credits is contingent upon obtain information from a Student Success Center
the student having completed the course or advisor. These credits are not used in determining
courses with a grade of “C” or better, and that in grade point average or credit loads for financial aid.
the judgment of the registrar, the course credit and
College Level Examination Program
content is similar to that contained in the Southeast
course for which advanced standing by transfer is Credit will be granted for passing the College Level
being requested. Granting of such credit is entirely Examination Program (CLEP) exams, either the
at the discretion of the registrar and department General Exams or the Subject Exams. Credits may
faculty members. be used for appropriate required courses or elective
credits in either Associate in Applied Science Degree
Prospective applicants wishing advanced standing
or Vocational Diploma programs. Grades are not
by transfer credit should request an evaluation of
their official transcript(s) of courses taken at their recorded when an exam is passed, and do not count
previous school(s). This request should be made at toward financial aid credit loads.
the time of application for admission. The student A person who wishes to obtain credit through CLEP
will be notified of credits granted. Transferred credits exams should discuss the situation with a Southeast
are not used in determining grade point average or Student Success Center advisor.
credit loads for financial aid. The maximum number
of credits granted for any course cannot exceed Transfer of Credits Between Programs
the Southeast credit standard for a similar course. Courses are transferable from one program to
another with Associate Degree courses generally
Credit may be allowed toward an Associate in transferable to other Associate Degree programs or
Applied Science Degree or Vocational Diploma. to Vocational Diploma programs, and Vocational
In some cases, credit may be granted for Diploma courses transferable to other Vocational
military service school courses. Students must Diploma programs. Students considering such a
submit documents containing specific credit credit transfer should consult a Student Success
recommendations from their service school training advisor to determine which credits will or will not
at the time of admission. transfer.
Credit By Examination Add/Drop Course First Week
Occasionally, students wish to change classes or
discontinue a course. Students are able to add
and drop classes via the STInet. Students adding
a course after the first week of school must obtain
permission from the new instructor and fill out the
form above. Students dropping a course after
the add/drop period receive no refund for the
dropped course. (See Terminating Enrollment for
refunds associated with termination of enrollment.)
Students who discontinue a course without following
official procedures may receive a grade of “F.” No
withdrawal will be permitted during the last four weeks
A person may be eligible to receive credit
of the semester (two weeks in summer).
by examination for Southeast Tech courses.
5Terminating Enrollment Dakota technical institutes for those course(s) that
have common numbers and titles.
Students who wish to discontinue attending
• All articulation agreements between secondary
Southeast must file a Termination Form with
schools and the technical institutes reflect only the
the Student Success Center and meet with an
transferability of credit between these agencies
academic advisor. Students are also advised to
and not necessarily with state universities.
meet with personnel from the Business Office and
Transferable general education courses must
Financial Aid prior to terminating enrollment. Refunds
meet CLEP, dual credit or advanced placement
on tuition vary, based on the date the student
requirements in order to be articulated to the
submits a termination form. If a student leaves
technical institutes.
Southeast, it’s important to file the Termination Form
with the Student Success Center in order to receive
the maximum refund allowed. Student Success Advisors
All Southeast Tech students are assigned a Student
High School Articulation Agreements Success Advisor. These advisors serve as institutional-
Southeast Tech has articulation agreements with level advisors, helping students with institutional as
high schools in South Dakota, Minnesota, and well as personal issues and concerns.
Iowa. Articulation agreements make it possible for
In addition, all new students to Southeast Tech are
students to receive credit for Southeast Tech courses,
required to complete a Student Success Seminar
if they have successfully completed certain high
course taught by a Student Success Advisor. This
school course work. Credit is awarded based on
course develops student academic success skills,
the competencies the student has mastered in high
assists students in connecting with other students on
school courses, academic performance, portfolio
campus, and instructs students on what Southeast
review, or the results of a written examination or skill
Tech services are available to them. The course also
test. Southeast Tech’s staff will make every effort
shows students how to access required processes
to inform students about articulation agreements;
(validation, tuition and fee payment, registration,
however, it is the student’s responsibility to request
etc.), how to use the STInet student site to look up
advanced standing credit. Contact Anna Fischer at
important institutional information, and encourages
367.5467 or anna.fischer@southeasttech.edu with any
students to complete their course and program at
questions.
Southeast Tech. Students who have successfully
• All students enrolled under the articulation completed a minimum of 9 post-secondary credits
agreement shall meet the admissions standards as with a 2.0 or higher GPA are not required to take the
established by the post- secondary institute for that seminar course.
particular program.
• The student must have completed the high school Advanced Placement (AP) Courses
course within the last three years. Students who earn a grade of 3, 4 or 5 on an AP
• For a student to articulate courses after the three exam may be eligible for credit. Students must
year time limit, an assessment of skill mastery will be complete the AP exam in order to receive credit.
required. Contact the Admissions office for additional
• A minimum of “B” average (3.0) in the course(s) to information.
be articulated is required.
• No grade will be assigned for articulated credit.
These courses will not be counted in determining
the student’s post-secondary grade point
average.
• Credits articulated will count toward the total
number needed for graduation from the program.
• Tuition is not charged for articulated credits.
• Articulation agreements will be reviewed on an
annual basis as well as during the program review
cycle at the post-secondary level.
• Articulated courses may be honored by all South
6student Student Organizations
Campus student organizations
of information technology
partnerships to provide education
life
enhance the education offered and benefits to its members.
in classes with competitions, guest The organization also works with
speakers, tours, and other forms of industry to assist in the overall
learning more about career promotion and direction of
fields. While at Southeast information technology. AITP
Tech, plan to participate Student Chapter members have
in one or more of these the opportunity to attend monthly
organizations. meetings with professionals in
the community who work in
American Institute of Graphic information technology fields.
Art (AIGA)
AIGA at Southeast Tech is Business Students Club (BSC)
a college-level chapter of BSC is the organization for
the professional association students in Business, Marketing,
for design in the US. Through Accounting, Financial Services,
Student Activities AIGA, students have the and other business-related areas.
Campus life wouldn’t be complete opportunity to learn more about BSC provides experience in
without activities to share with the Graphics industry from leadership, organization, planning
others at school. For that reason, professionals in the field, as well and communication. This is done
a variety of activities are held as through quarterly newsletters, through a program of professional,
on campus for all students. monthly meetings, and field trips. social, civic, and fund raising
Some activities in the past have AIGA membership is open to activities. BSC also participates in
included: Intramural volleyball, any student at Southeast who is state and national conferences
bowling and basketball, speakers interested in learning more about which provides opportunites
on campus, entertainment events, careers in design. Go online to for travel, student competition,
and informational seminars. www.aiga.org for more details. professional growth, and fun
Graduation is Southeast Tech’s activities.
biggest event of the year with a Animation Technology Artisans
school-wide open house before (ATA) Civil Engineering Technology
commencement exercises. The purpose of this group is to Student Organization
encourage Digital Media students This organization was formed to
Student Government Association at Southeast Tech to join together promote the personal, ethical,
(SGA) for the purpose of maintaining educational and professional
Other student activities are the indentity and quality of Digital development responsibilities of the
put together by the Student Media students and provide Southeast Tech Civil Engineering
Government Association. SGA was the continuing educational students. These objectives are
originally formed as a sounding development, improvement and developed through student
board for student concerns, but expansion of the Digital Media organized, student developed
along the way, they also showed program and profession for the and student run meetings. In
students how to have a little fun. betterment of the motion graphics addition to regular meetings, guest
SGA activities during the year and animation industry. ATA will speakers from the civil engineering
include Fall and Spring picnics, strive to encourage camaraderie community are invited to speak
blood drives, and community between students and provide a to the group each month.
service events. Throughout means to interact with local and Students are involved in campus
the year, SGA members also regional professionals. development and local non-profit
participate in a wide range of survey projects for community
campus and community activities. Association of Information enhancement. They develop
Representatives who serve on SGA Technology Professionals (AITP) things such as city and campus
are selected from every program AITP is designed for students park improvements, layout of ball
area. In total, about 70 students planning careers in information fields, golf courses, etc.
serve the campus through SGA. systems or related fields. AITP is
dedicated to using the synergy
7Construction Management Student Professional Landscape Network involved with projects that benefit
Organization (PLANET) the chapter, the campus, and the
This organization was formed to This is a national professional community.
promote the personal, ethical, organization ideal for Horticulture
educational and professional students. A national seminar in Society of Nuclear Medicine
development responsibilities of Louisville and a competition/job Student Chapter
the Southeast Tech Construction placement fair is held on a rotating To encourage nuclear medicine
Management students. These basis for members of PLANET. students at Southeast Tech to join
objectives are developed through Participants mesh with industry together in an organization within
student organized, student representatives which may lead to the Missouri Valley Chapter and
developed and student run job or internship placement. On a the Society of Nuclear Medicine,
meetings. In addition to regular local level, students participate in Inc. for the purpose of maintaining
meetings, guest speakers from field trips, community service, and the identity and quality of nuclear
the construction community are team building activities. medicine students and providing
invited to speak to the group each the continuing development,
month. One of the highest priorities Skills USA improvement and expansion of
is promoting industry involvement. This is the professional club for nuclear medicine technology for
students in trade, industrial, and the betterment of health services.
Dakota Turf-Golf Course health occupations. Membership
Superintendent’s Association of in SkillsUSA offers students Southeast Tech Student HVAC
America (GCSAA) opportunities to participate in Association
Students enrolled in Sports Turf activities as well as to compete in The American Society of Heating,
Management at Southeast their vocational area at the local, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
Technical are destined to be state, and national Skill Olympics. Engineers is an international
employed in the sports industry There are also competitions in technical society dedicated
on golf courses, football fields, speaking, job interviewing, and job to improving the quality of life
and other recreational playing demonstration skills. through the advancement of
fields. Members of GCSA will technology related to heating,
benefit from additional exposure Society of Electronics Technicians refrigeration, air conditioning and
to professionals in the industry as (ISCET) Student Chapter ventilation. The Southeast student
they see practical applications of The purpose of ISCET is to chapter of ASHRAE provides
their skills. encourage and work toward each students continuing educational
member achieving the rating of opportunities, including monthly
Electroneurodiagnostic Associate Certified Electronics meetings with demonstrations from
Technology (ENDT) Student Technician. Participants gain professionals in the HVAC field.
Organization additional technical information
The ENDT Student Orgranization and have opportunities for Student Chapter of the South
creates the ability for any ongoing technical training. Dakota Home Builder’s Association
enrolled student to become a (SDHBA)
member. Students have the ability Society of Manufacturing The Student Chapter of SDHBA
to increase their knowledge Engineers (SME) is an organization made up of
base from speakers, field trips SME was formed to promote students studying to work in the
and professional, educational interaction between the students Construction Industry in the areas
ENDT events and seminars. The in the industrial programs and of architectural, engineering,
organization strives to encourage professionals in the manufacturing or construction technologies.
camaraderie between students fields. In addition to regular Members of this organization
and provides a means to meetings, tours for members are interact with the SDHBA Chapter
interact with local and regional arranged to allow students to see by participating in their activities
professionals. The organization how their training is put into action throughout the year. These
references the American Society in the real world. This also opens activities include things such as
of Electroneurodiagnostic up the opportunity for students to Habitat for Humanity, the Sioux
Technoligists, Inc (ASET). make contacts with engineers and Falls Home Show, and the Sioux
employers in the area. Throughout Falls Parade of Homes. Members
the year, members of SME remain may also receive scholarships from
SDHBA. 8sti bookstore
Purchases
1. Books may be purchased with cash, check, Visa,
Mastercard, or Discover.
2. Payment for textbooks is due at the time of pick-up.
3. Written authorization must be on file to charge
to any third party agency (VA, Voc Rehab, etc)
campus laptops
including businesses or personal trust accounts.
4. Students should have their schedule available
when picking up textbooks.
Laptops Included 5. Check amounts should not be written out until time
The demand for professionals skilled in technology of purchase.
has never been greater. Because these new Book Returns
demands require certain changes in the way we 1. Textbooks may be returned within the semester
deliver your education, you will be utilizing laptop add/drop period (first week of class).
technology at Southeast Tech. This change in 2. Returns will not be allowed without original receipt.
requirements is being made due to industry’s need 3. Books must be returned in original condition to
for trained professionals who have strong computer receive a full refund.
skills and experience with industry-specific software. 4. Books purchased in shrink wrap must be returned
All new students entering a laptop program will be with the shrink wrap intact.
required to purchase a Southeast Tech laptop. 5. Kits, software, medical supplies and special orders
are not returnable.
6. Refunds will be paid by check which can be
Laptop Benefits Include
mailed or picked up. Books charged against credit
• FREE tech support cards or third party agencies will be credited back
• Guaranteed software compatibility to the credit card or third party agency.
• 3-year warranty, including onsite repair and
customer support General Merchandise Returns
• Each laptop is customized for each student with All returns for general merchandise items must
software specific to their program be made within 15 days of purchase. A receipt is
• Laptop may be financed with Financial Aid if necessary for all returns. Merchandise must be in
applicable original condition—i.e. tags attached, unopened,
unwashed, unworn, etc.
Most laptops, with the exception of Graphic
Communications and Digital Media Production
students, will be a Windows-based PC; however, a
Student Account Charges
specific model is determined each spring prior to the 1. Students accounts will be available one week
Fall semester. Graphic Communications and Digital before the start of each semester and through the
Media Production students will have an Apple end of the add/drop period.
MacBook Pro laptop provided from Southeast Tech. 2. Students with Financial Aid that exceeds their
More information regarding laptop specifications Tuition and Fee charges will be eligible to charge to
(processor speed, memory, hard drive, etc.) will their student accounts.
be posted on the Southeast Tech website by 3. Returns will be accepted through the drop/add
May 1, 2011. Questions should be directed to the period of each semester. Refunds will be processed
STI Helpdesk at 605.367.4461. through the Business Office during the regular
Financial Aid disbursement.
Software, hardware and intranet restrictions don’t
allow Southeast Tech to provide software or support Hours
for laptops not provided by Southeast Tech. Please Monday-Wednesday 7:30 am – 5:00 pm
discuss any concerns you may have with the STI Thursday 7:30 am – 5:00 pm
Helpdesk. Friday 7:30 am – 4:00 pm
9 (Hours may be adjusted when school is not in session)Contact Information Library features:
Visit us online at: bookstore.southeasttech.com • Book Check Out For 1 month
e-mail: bookstore@southeasttech.edu • Periodical Check Out For 2 weeks
phone: 605.367.4448 • Computer Lab Area
• STI library accessible through Internet at
Please note: During the beginning of the semester, www.sdln.net
we suggest you stop in or use the website for • Full-text periodical databases
textbook information. When there are lines at the • Nationwide job search capabilities
checkouts, we are unable to take immediate • Argus Leader newspaper index
requests for textbook information. • Access to all Sioux Falls Libraries through South
business office
Dakota Library Network
• Great selection of program-related materials
• Periodical selection which supports all program
areas of instruction
Southeast Tech students can now access a copy of • Best-seller and “Oprah’s Book Club” selections
their student account statements, review student • Copy machine – 10¢ per copy
account balances and pay student account
student
balances online. To pay online using CASHNet, follow
these steps:
1. Log on to STInet and go to the Students tab.
2. Click on the My Student Account link (located on
the left hand side of the Students tab).
apartments
3. Click the Go to CASHnet link in the upper right The STI Housing
corner. Foundation opened
4. Click on the Pay link next to the listed dollar on-campus student
amount. apartments in Fall 2003.
5. To pay a partial amount, select the Edit tab and The facilities house 200
change the payment amount. Southeast Tech students.
6. To pay the full amount, select Checkout. For more information on
7. Follow on-screen information to enter payment Student Housing, please
information. contact Admissions at
8. An email receipt confirmation will be sent when 605.367.6040.
payment is complete.
Area housing information is available in Student
library
Success Center to assist students in finding housing.
For students who are new to the area, Sioux Falls
maps may also be obtained through the Admissions
office.
Southeast Tech has a
full-service library located
in the Student Success
Center which offers the
following services to
immunizations
students: Southeast Tech requires that ALL incoming students
submit proof of two doses of the MMR (measles,
Hours mumps, rubella) vaccine. Southeast Tech recom-
Monday–Thursday 7:00 am to 8:30 pm mends the Hepatitis B series and Meningitis immuni-
Friday 7:00 am to 4:00 pm zation. Students entering Allied Health programs are
Saturday 10:00 am to 2:00 pm required to have additional immunization protec-
(closed on holiday weekends and during student tion. Please see the Health and Human Services
breaks) Handbook for additional information.
10campus safety tips
Protect Yourself Against Identity Theft responsible for the remaining payments on your
lease agreement.
Unfortunately ID theft is becoming an issue on
Southeast Tech highly recommends that you
college campuses across this country. Employers
insure your laptop against damage, loss, or theft,
now routinely check credit reports, and an
which can usually be done through a rider on a
undetected identity theft during the college years homeowner’s or renter’s insurance policy.
can do great harm to your credit.
While nothing is fool-proof, you can reduce your On-Campus Security
chances of becoming a victim just by being aware In an attempt to provide an excellent learning
and a little more careful. Here are some things you environment, Southeast Tech provides for on-
can do: campus security to maintain our excellent safety
and security levels for our students, staff, and visitors.
• Guard your mail Three fully certified law enforcement officers are on
• Use US Postal mailbox for outgoing mail duty, on campus. One of these officers is stationed
• Opt out of pre-approved credit card offers in the student apartments during night hours. This
• Deep-six the junk mail officer works closely with the Housing Manager and
• Limit your number of credit or debit cards Assistant Manager to provide a safe, peaceful living
• Find a safe place for valuables environment in which students can study and grow.
• Keep financial papers private This officer may be contacted at 605.941.9003.
• If SSN is on Drivers License, have it changed
• Get your credit report regularly. You can get a Tips for Safe Apartment Living
FREE credit report at annualcreditreport.com. This
• Only admit your own visitors to the residence halls
is the ONLY approved website where you can
• Make sure outside doors of residence halls shut
get credit reports from the three credit reporting
securely behind you
companies: Equifax, Experian and TransUnion
• Do not loan your room key to anyone
• When you’re out, keep your purse or wallet close
• Always lock your apartment room even if you are
• Safeguard your computer
going to be gone for just a few minutes
• Be cautious with public computers
• Be sure to lock your doors at night
• Be smart about sharing personal info on the web
• Never open the door for someone you don’t know
• Look for security when you buy online
• Always lock your car
• Protect your PIN
• Place valuables in the trunk or under the seats –
• Shred financial/credit papers when possible
out of view
• DO NOT list your physical mailing address or your
• Have your keys in hand before you leave to go to
phone number on social networking websites
your car
• Check your backseat before entering your car
If you think you have been a victim of identity
theft, please contact Campus Security as soon as Tips for Personal Safety
possible. • If possible, never walk alone at night
• Be alert to your surroundings and walk with
Laptop Security Tips confidence
Do not leave your laptop unattended, even to go to • Walk where sidewalks are well lit and well traveled
the bathroom. If you must leave your laptop, ‘lock’ • Trust your gut. If you feel like someone is following
your system to avoid allowing access to strangers. you, go to a well populated place and call
Placing identifying stickers on your laptop and Security
power cord is also a good idea. A stolen laptop • Do not wear a headset when walking on campus
is a criminal offense and must be reported to the • Know Campus Security’s phone number,
Helpdesk immediately! The Helpdesk will provide 605.941.9003
serial numbers to the appropriate law enforcement
agencies. You will be required to complete a theft Campus Security is more than happy to provide
report with the police department and will be escort to anyone who requests it, whenever possible.
11campus map
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1. George S. Mickelson Center
2. Sullivan Health/Science Center
3. Ed Wood Trade & Industry Center
4. University Center South/New Tech High
5. Southeast Technology Center
6. Student Apartment Buildings
7. Scarbrough Daycare Center
12career center
Welcome to Southeast
Tech from the Campus
Career Center! I’d like
to introduce you to
our office and let you
know that I’m here
to help you with your
employment needs
while attending and
after graduating
from Southeast Tech.
apply for
There are many
excellent part time
and full time job listings
scholarships!
Denise Heidebrink
Career Center called into the Career
Representative Center for Southeast
Tech students and
The Southeast Tech Foundation awards over graduates. Many of the part time jobs have flexible
$100,000 in scholarships to our students. Individual hours and schedules to fit your particular needs.
awards range from $500 to $2,000 and it’s easy Since I am a part of the South Dakota Department
to qualify. There are many types of scholarships of Labor, I have access to listings for hundreds of
available to Southeast Tech students based on local, statewide, and nationwide job openings.
criteria including academic achievement, financial
need, program area, community involvement and Whether you are seeking employment immediately
participation in student activities. or possibly in the future, complete the attached
registration form and return it to the Career Center
Southeast Tech Scholarship Applications are Office. If you are looking for work now, please CALL
available online at scholarship.southeasttech.edu to set up an appointment and we can visit about
from October through mid-March annually. Students various job possibilities for you. Since there are many
will be considered for all Southeast Tech Foundation students looking for work, it is important you call to
Scholarships for which they are eligible with one set up an appointment as soon as possible to assure
simple application and reference form submission. that a specific time is reserved for you. If you have
Recipients are notified of their awards by early any questions or if I can be of any assistance, please
May. Funds are placed directly into the students’ call. I look forward to working with you!
Business Office accounts the following fall. Please
contact the Southeast Tech Foundation Office at Sincerely,
605.367.7464 with questions. Denise
Department of Labor Campus Services
Student Success Center
Thousands of dollars in Phone: 605.367.4819
scholarships will be available Students who would like to register with the Career
for Fall of 2011. Don’t miss your Center should fill out the registration form on the
next page of this booklet and submit it to the Career
opportunity. The process is easy Center Office in the Student Success Center.
and the rewards are great! Apply
online at southeasttech.edu
13career center registration form
Name_______________________________________ Social Security #_____________________________________________
Address___________________________________________________________________________________________________
City_______________________________________________________________________________________________________
State, Zip__________________________________________________________________________________________________
Phone Number(s)__________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Male__________________ Female_______________ Date of Birth_________________________________________________
Program of Study at Southeast Tech________________________________________________________________________
List other colleges or technical schools attended____________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Type of work desired_______________________________________________________________________________________
If you are a military veteran, please provide the following information:
Branch of Service__________________________________________________________________________________________
Dates: (M-D-Y)_______________________________ to (M-D-Y)___________________________________________________
LIST 3 MOST RECENT EMPLOYERS: (Beginning with the most recent)
Company Name__________________________________________________________________________________________
Address___________________________________________________________________________________________________
Dates: (M-Y)__________________________________ to (M-Y)_____________________________________________________
Job Description___________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Company Name__________________________________________________________________________________________
Address___________________________________________________________________________________________________
Dates (M-Y)__________________________________ to (M-Y)_____________________________________________________
Job Description___________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Company Name__________________________________________________________________________________________
Address___________________________________________________________________________________________________
Dates (M-Y)__________________________________ to (M-Y)_____________________________________________________
Job Description___________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________
14WAIT!
DON’T
LEAVE CAMPUS
TODAY WITHOUT:
• Visiting with our vendors who are here today
• Touring the campus apartments if you are
interested in on-campus housing
• Taking your picture ID
2320 N Career Ave • Sioux Falls, SD 57107
Telephone 605.367.7624 or Toll Free 1.800.247.0789
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