Student Support Services

Digital Campus

Presentation College's Digital Campus Initiative is intended to better enhance the learning experience of all students. The following are technology requirements for attending Presentation College:

1. All degree-seeking students are required to have a laptop; PC Virtual students have the option of either a laptop or a desktop.
2. All laptops must meet the required specifications.
3. All laptops must be registered online with the Presentation College Help Desk.

Additional information about campus technology requirements can be found on the website at http://www.presentation.edu/student-life/information-technology/

Although students will likely use their laptop for all needs, there are also computer labs located in Main 213, the Career and Learning Center, and the Library on the Aberdeen campus. All Presentation College campus buildings have wireless access points that allow students to access their email, Moodle, and the Internet. The wireless network is intended for individual student use only. Pay-for-print network printers are located in the Career and Learning Center and the Library on the Aberdeen campus. To purchase a print card, or to add to your balance, please contact Student Accounts (Main Building, second floor, Student.Accounts@presentation.edu. Print balances are not refundable. Please contact the Presentation College Help Desk at 605-229-8411 for network and software questions or for assistance with purchasing or setting up a laptop.

All students accessing Presentation College electronic resources agree in full to the Technology Acceptable Use Policy and all applicable state and federal regulations.

Library

Presentation College Library provides quality collections and services in support of all programs offered by the College. Located on the first floor of the Main building in Aberdeen, the library is open 69 hours per week. Among the services provided for students are personal and classroom instruction in the research process and the proper citation of sources, computers for patron use, printing assistance, individual and group study spaces, interlibrary loan, fax, photocopier, and document scanner.

The library's extensive online resources are available 24 hours per day, seven days per week, via the library web page. These resource collections allow ease of access, searching, and retrieval of information by all Presentation College students, faculty, and staff, whether on or off campus. In addition to print book collections, the library provides access to more than 272,017 eBooks; journal article databases offering abstracts and full-text articles from over 407,879 journals, newspapers, and magazines; and digitized audio-visual materials.

Reserve items—library- or faculty-owned—are made available for supplemental use. These materials do not leave the library; they require a checkout and are requested of the on-duty librarian.

A document delivery program and interlibrary loan service exist for materials not locally available.

Library staff are available in-person, via phone, via online chat, and via email to meet the needs of students, faculty, and staff.

For assistance, visit the library, contact 605-229-8546, or email at pclibrary@presentation.edu

PC Online Bookstore

Presentation College provides a listing of all required books on the College website so students can be aware of what books are needed while registering for classes. Books are no longer for sale at campus stores but are available through the PC Online Bookstore. Through a partnership with a national book company, the PC Online Bookstore allows students to purchase new or used books, rentals, e-books, etc. Students can also post their books for sale through the online bookstore with a much larger potential of buyers and set their own resale price.

The PC Online Bookstore has advantages over ordering through other online companies because it is linked to the course listings at Presentation College and also to student accounts, enabling students to use a credit balance on their accounts to buy books. Each student's registration should be linked to their account in the PC Online Bookstore, providing the student with a list of required course books when on the site. When ordering, students should pay close attention to the specified book return policy for each item.

Students can purchase their books through other avenues as well, such as other online stores, from third parties, etc. The College encourages students to investigate all options but also cautions students to check these other sources carefully to be sure the books they purchase match the course listing requirements and that all elements of the book (such as user codes) are included in the purchase.

Career and Learning Center

The Career and Learning Center (CLC) provides a variety of direct services, educational programs, and resource materials. The CLC offers one-on-one tutoring, study groups, writing assistance, and online tutoring. The Testing Center of the CLC offers proctoring services for designated tests including placement tests, CLEP exams, and approved challenge exams on the Aberdeen campus.

The CLC provides a centralized location for career services, including resume and cover letter writing assistance, editing, and training on the use of social media tools. As part of these services, the CLC coordinates and publicizes outside job postings.

Online tutoring is available for students through Tutor.com, which supports students that are off-site or have schedule conflicts. This web-based tutoring is available 24 hours per day in a multitude of subject areas. Contact the CLC for more information.

Office of Disability Services

Presentation College is committed to ensuring equal learning opportunities for all students and provides students with disabilities reasonable accommodations in accordance with the College's procedures. Students requiring accommodations or services should contact the Office of Disability Services, located in the Career and Learning Center. Students who believe they qualify for disability services should contact the Disabilities Services Coordinator/CLC Director as soon as possible in person or via phone or e-mail to arrange a meeting.

Campus Ministry

Campus Ministry serves the spiritual needs of the Presentation College community. Activities are offered to students of all faiths. Ministry activities promote a community of faith, service, and friendship. Worship and prayer, a supportive environment, and faith-centered activities are available to all students, staff, and faculty. Presentation College respects and welcomes those of all faiths and affirms the dignity of all persons.

Counseling Services

Presentation College has a licensed counselor on staff to provide counseling to all students. Our counselor provides a safe, comfortable environment in which to discuss a variety of items, such as personal, spiritual, academic, or interpersonal topics. If specialized off-campus counseling is necessary, students may schedule up to three visits per academic year at no cost. Education and counseling on drugs and alcohol are also available. Students should contact the Director of Counseling at 605-229-8524 for further information or to make a confidential appointment.

Health Services

Presentation College offers free and reduced-cost medical care for its students. Students needing services above and beyond the free services will be referred to a medical clinic. Students seen at those clinics will be charged for the office visit. Prior to seeing a physician, it is the student's responsibility to inform clinic staff, by student identification card, that she/he is a PC student. The resulting charge for the reduced-cost appointment may include specified lab work at no further cost. Any other lab or radiology tests will be at the student's expense.

Aberdeen and PC Virtual students should contact the Student Affairs Office at 605-229-8395 for further information.