Services for Students
ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT CENTER
ACADEMIC COUNSELING AND TUTORIAL SERVICES
ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS
ATM (Cash) MACHINE
BOOKSTORE
BUILDING HOURS
CAREER SERVICES AND INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS
COMPUTER RESOURCES / HELP DESK
COOPERATIVE EDUCATION
DEAN OF STUDENTS
DINING SERVICES
DTE ENERGY ONE-STOP CENTER
DUPLICATING FACILITIES
ENGINEERING ADVISING CENTER
FAX SERVICE
FIELD HOUSE
FINANCIAL AID
IDENTIFICATION CARD
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
LIBRARY
LOCKERS
LOST AND FOUND
MARTIN LUTHER KING DAY
ONLINE STUDENT SERVICES
POSTAL AND PACKAGE SERVICES
POSTING AND ADVERTISING POLICY
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT CENTER
RAFFLE OR CHARITABLE GAMING EVENT GUIDELINES
RALLIES/MARCHES/PROTESTS
SPIRIT ROCK
STUDENT ACTIVITIES
STUDENT AFFAIRS
STUDENT COMMUNICATIONS / STUDENT EMAIL
STUDENT HOUSING
STUDENT INSURANCE
STUDENT LOUNGES
STUDENT ORGANIZATION OFFICE SPACE ALLOCATION
STUDENT RECORDS
STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
VETERANS
ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT CENTER
The Academic Achievement Center (AAC) provides free academic support services to all students. Students come to the AAC to get help with homework or test preparation, compare notes, meet with study groups, or study quietly. Tutoring is provided in person and online for core classes in architecture and design, chemistry, computer science, engineering, ESL, mathematics, physics, and writing. Appointments are suggested for every day except Wednesday and can be scheduled online. Testing Services (proctored testing) are offered for students who need to complete quizzes or exams outside of regularly scheduled class time. When not in use for testing, private rooms are open for general student use. Study skills workshops, individual study habit consultations and study strategy handouts are available; and students can access first-year academic support programs and Writing Proficiency exams and prep workshops through the AAC. The center also has computer workstations, a photocopier and other electronic resources for student use, and conference rooms that can be reserved. The AAC is located on the lowest level of the A. Alfred Taubman Student Services Center in C201. Fall and spring semester hours of operation are Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m.-8 p.m., and Friday 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Summer and weekend hours vary and are posted outside the entrance.
ACADEMIC COUNSELING AND TUTORIAL SERVICES
All new students, both freshmen and transfers, are expected to attend orientation sessions prior to or during their first semester on campus. During these sessions, student opportunities, responsibilities, and regulations are presented, and registration is completed. A number of University counselors are available for academic advice, personal counseling, and registration assistance. The Academic Achievement Center also works with the disability services coordinator to coordinate tutorial services andtesting services for students with disabilities. Contact Disability Services at 248.204.3140 or call the Michigan Relay Center at 800.649.3771 for more information.
ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS
A number of partial scholarship awards are available each year to on-campus students. Students may apply to the Office of Financial Aid or the chair of the Lawrence Tech Scholarship Committee for consideration after being on campus a minimum of two fulltime semesters, with a qualifying GPA. Academic scholarship awards are made on a competitive basis at the discretion of Lawrence Tech’s Scholarship Committee. An application is required for upper-class scholarships and the deadline for submission is May 15 of each academic year.
ATM (Cash) MACHINE
There is an automated teller machine (ATM), hosted by Michigan First Credit Union, located in the atrium of the Buell Management Building, which is available anytime the building is open. This unattended station allows withdrawals, deposits, or account transfers, using debit cards with Cirrus, Plus, Pulse, Star, or Quest network logos or a Visa, MasterCard, Discover, or American Express credit card and a personal identification number. For local Michigan First Credit Union branches, call 800.664.3828.
BOOKSTORE
The bookstore is located in the Buell Management Building. Books, supplies, snacks, and Lawrence Tech apparel and gifts may be purchased. Fall and Spring semester hours: Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m.–7 p.m., and Friday, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. For other times, call 248.204.3030 or visit www.ltu.edu.
BUILDING HOURS
In general, campus facilities are open from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. seven days a week excluding holidays. Students may use the facilities 24 hours per day provided the dean of their college, a faculty member, or faculty advisor has approved and forwarded to the Department of Campus Safety an extended access hours authorization via email. Faculty members and faculty advisors should check with the dean of their respective college regarding the policy on allowing extended access to the facilities of that college. The dean, faculty member, or advisor may forward extended-access authorizations via email to ltu_safety@ltu.edu. Please allow 24 hours advance notice for extended hours requests. Individuals found not in compliance with this policy may be subject to the University discipline system. Students using campus facilities, especially after hours, must carry their Lawrence Tech identification card with them and must present it if requested to do so by a Lawrence Tech Campus Safety officer.
CAREER SERVICES AND INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS
The Office of Career Services and International Programs is much more than a place where students can go to find a job when they graduate. The Office of Career Services and International Programs provides a wide variety of services and programs that, beginning as soon as the freshman year, can help students develop their career plans and establish career goals by identifying their abilities, values, and interests and then targeting occupations that reflect those same abilities, values, and interests. The office also assists students with gaining cooperative education and internship experiences in their chosen field.
Services include career advising, on-campus employment, cooperative education and internships, career workshops, resume critiques, mock interviews, career fairs, employer presentations, and on-campus interviews. The Office of Career Services and International Programs partners with MonsterTRAK (www.monstertrak.com) to post opportunities online for students and alumni. Students can also schedule on-campus interviews, register for career fairs and expos, research employers, and much more on the Lawrence Tech section of MonsterTRAK.
The Office of Career Services and International Programs is located in Room C404, Taubman Student Services Center, and is open daily from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with extended hours (until 6:30 p.m.) Monday and Tuesday during the fall and spring semesters. Additional appointments can be made on an individual basis.
COMPUTER RESOURCES / HELP DESK
To ensure that Lawrence Tech students have full access to our rich educational resources, and to better prepare them for the workplace, Lawrence Tech provides laptop computers to all undergraduate students. Undergraduate students may obtain a laptop computer upon registration with the payment of a $500 security deposit and acceptance of the terms and conditions of a laptop lease agreement. The term of the lease is up to two years. Graduate students may also obtain a laptop for a charge of $95 per credit hour, if they are available at the end of undergraduate laptop distribution. Laptops are distributed at the beginning of every semester. Laptops are also available to Lawrence Tech faculty.
A uniform suite of the most recent software applications is installed on each laptop. In addition, software applications specific to each college are also included, so that every student has all the software resources they need for their major. All students, faculty, and staff have access to email, the Internet, and protected file storage on the University's servers. The Lawrence Tech Southfield campus is completely wireless, so access is possible anywhere on campus. Students can use several public printers located in the Help Desk office, the library, and University Housing-North and -South.
The Help Desk, located in the MPC Student Computer Center, Room C203, Taubman Student Services Center, provides walk-in support to all students and faculty, including problem diagnosis, laptop distribution, repair, and return, wireless network configuration, password changes, email setup, instruction and training, and more. Laptop diagnosis and repair are handled on the spot. Most repairs are made within 24 to 48 hours, and a loaner laptop is provided if needed. Help Desk hours are Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m.–6:30 p.m., and Friday, 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m. during the fall and spring semesters. Hours are reduced during breaks and the summer months. For more information about Help Desk services and the laptop program, visit www.ltu.edu/computer_center/helpdesk.asp.
COOPERATIVE EDUCATION
International Programs (C404), is a joint venture between the University, a selected employer, and the student. Work assignments are related to the student’s major field of study and are varied to provide a broad range of experience and training. Students are strongly encouraged to complete a cooperative education assignment while studying at Lawrence Tech. Students who participate in a cooperative education assignment report a higher degree of satisfaction with their education and increase their overall employability.
Co-op students:
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gain excellent work experience
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are paid for learning on the job
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learn career management skills
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receive academic credit
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enhance the number of opportunities available to them when they graduate, since employers favor students with co-op experience
Lawrence Tech offers two types of cooperative education programs. The traditional co-op program, also called the alternating program, allows students to alternate fulltime college studies with three 15-week semesters of full-time work. A variation of the traditional program especially for civil engineering students takes into account the seasonal nature of the work and involves two semesters (summer and fall) worked back to back, followed by a spring semester of college studies and a final semester of summer work experience. Lawrence Tech also offers a parallel co-op program that allows students to work at least 20 hours per week while simultaneously attending classes and maintaining a full-time academic schedule.
To participate in the program, students must have at a minimum 2.25 GPA. In the normal course of a complete co-op education program, a student will complete three semesters of work assignments before graduation. Each semester of co-op carries one academic credit, three of which may be applied toward an academic degree. More than 100 students participate in the co-op program each year. Most assignments are in southeastern Michigan, however, students have completed assignments in Ohio, Indiana, Connecticut, California, Florida, Germany, and Mexico.
DEAN OF STUDENTS
The Office of the Dean of Students, located in the A. Alfred Taubman Student Services Center (C405), serves as the central resource for activities that are coordinated through the Division of Student Affairs. The dean of students serves as the primary advocate for students and works to insure that students are offered a quality college experience. Staff members in the Division of Student Affairs provide services to help students successfully complete their academic studies and coordinate opportunities for fellowship, fun, and rewarding college experiences. The Office of the Dean of Students offers personal, confidential, and nonbiased assistance in addressing any concerns a student may have regarding his or her rights or responsibilities as a member of the campus community. Services coordinated by the Office of the Dean of Students include:
Student Events and Activities
Annual social events to encourage students to interact with other students on campus are coordinated by the Office of the Dean of Students. Popular programs include the fall semester Welcome Back Picnic, New Student Convocation, College Honors Reception, Coffee on Us programs, movie nights, and “Pushing Honey Through” certificates for supportive family members.
Service Learning Opportunities
Service Learning combines classroom instruction with community service, focusing on critical, reflective thinking as well as personal and civic responsibility. Service Learning programs involve students in activities that address local needs while developing their academic skills and commitment to their community. All first-year students in University Seminar courses participate in a service-learning activity during their first semester.
Student Code of Conduct Adjudication
Honesty, integrity, and caring are essential qualities of an educational institution, and a concern for values and ethics is important to the whole educational experience. The Student Code of Conduct outlines the rights and responsibilities and expected levels of conduct of students in the University community. Fundamental to the achievement of community among the members of the University is the recognition by all such members that each shares a responsibility to observe University regulations. This obligation, which is an extension of the citizen's responsibility to observe the law of the land, is an essential corollary to participation in the academic rights afforded to members of the University. A student voluntarily joins the Lawrence Technological University community and thereby assumes the obligation of abiding by the standards prescribed in the Student Code of Conduct. The University, through the Office of the Dean of Students, maintains the exclusive authority to impose sanctions for behaviors that violate the Student Code of Conduct.
Support Services
Students needing assistance with personal or academic challenges during their college career are welcome to contact staff in the Office of the Dean of Students, who can act as liaisons between students and faculty. Academic study skills development and strategies for becoming self-efficient learners are provided by staff in the Academic Achievement Center. Students desirous of discussing personal or emotional concerns may receive clinical counseling services provided by licensed psychologists free of charge through the Office of the Dean of Students.
DINING SERVICES
Café Lawrence, located on the second floor of the Buell Management Building, is open during the fall and spring semesters and provides dining service for the entire campus community, including take-out meals, catering, special events, and more. Students are able to take advantage of a variety of flexible meal plans or Café Cash, a declining-balance prepaid credit account. Based on input from students, Café Lawrence currently offers three flexible meal plan options: a traditional plan including 80 meals per semester, a 50-meal plan with $250 in Café Cash, and the Bargain-160 plan — 160 meals per semester with $150 in Café Cash. Dining Services oversees the operation of the student-run coffee bar, the Larry Joe, located in the atrium of the Buell Management Building. This a great place to meet fellow students to review notes or to get a quick bite to eat. Students are encouraged to take advantage of South@112, an on-campus convenience store that carries a variety of items to make on-campus living more enjoyable. South@112 is located on the first floor of University Housing South. Dining Services also offers delivery service to the residence halls. Students can purchase an impressive line-up of menu items, including pizza, using their Café Cash account. Special events and dinners can be arranged with the Dining Services director by calling 248.204.3203.
Lawrence Tech requires all residential freshman and transfer students with less than 30 credit hours completed to participate in, at a minimum, the traditional 80 meals per semester meal plan. Residence hall students with more than 30 credit hours completed are required to purchase a minimum of $125 in Café Cash per semester or one of the established meal plans.
As the exclusive food service vendor for Lawrence Tech, Taher, Inc., has the exclusive right to provide all food services, including catering and concessions for all University purposes, including events offered by student organizations. Questions regarding this policy may be directed to the director of dining services at 248.204.3203.
DTE ENERGY ONE-STOP CENTER
Located on the third floor of the Taubman Student Services Center, the DTE Energy One-Stop Center assists students with records and registration, financial aid, and student accounting transactions. The center is open Monday and Tuesday, 8 a.m. 6:30 p.m., and Wednesday through Friday, 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
DUPLICATING FACILITIES
Pay photocopying machines are located in the library (machine accepts coins) and in the Academic Achievement Center (machine accepts copy cards, which can be purchased in the AAC).
ENGINEERING ADVISING CENTER
The Engineering Advising Center is in the Dean of Engineering’s Office suite (E98). The center’s primary purpose is to advise students having academic difficulty and to provide back-up advising for students who have not been able to meet with their assigned faculty advisor. Hours of operation are normally Monday through Thursday 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. with one evening till 8 p.m. or by appointment. Exact hours are posted outside E98. To make an appointment, call the Advising Center at 248.204.3506 or the Dean of Engineering’s administrative assistant at 248.204.2500.
FAX SERVICE
Fax services (send only) are available at the bookstore, which is located in the Buell Management Building. There is a small fee for this service.
FIELD HOUSE
The Don Ridler Field House includes a gymnasium, weight and conditioning room, running track (1/1lth mile), four racquetball/wallyball courts, and men’s and women’s locker rooms with showers and saunas.
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Field House Hours
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September-May
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June-August
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Monday
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6:30 a.m.–11 p.m.
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6:30 a.m.–9 p.m.
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Tuesday
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8 a.m.–11 p.m.
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8 a.m.–9 p.m.
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Wednesday
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6:30 a.m.–11 p.m.
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6:30 a.m.–9 p.m.
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Thursday
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8 a.m.–11 p.m.
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8 a.m.–9 p.m.
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Friday
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6:30 a.m.–9 p.m.
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9 a.m.–9 p.m.
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Saturday
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9 a.m.–5 p.m.
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9 a.m.–1 p.m.
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Sunday
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Noon–5 p.m.
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closed
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FINANCIAL AID
Approximately two-thirds of all students at Lawrence Tech receive some form of financial aid. Amounts and types vary by student, depending on need, merit or ability, and availability of funds. All students are encouraged to apply by April 1 (March 1 for the Michigan Competitive Scholarship) every year to avoid potential processing delays and all awards are offered based on a first-come, first-served basis. For additional information on federal, state, and institutional aid programs and instructions on how to apply, visit the financial aid website at www.financialaid.ltu.edu. Most initial awards are based on the assumption of full-time attendance (12 or more credit hours for undergraduate and 6 or more for graduate students). All awards will be adjusted for part-time attendance and disbursed proportionally, depending on whether a student attends three-quarter-time (9, 10, or 11 credit hours for undergraduate and 5 credit hours for graduate students) or half-time (6, 7, or 8 credit hours for undergraduate and 3 or 4 for graduate students). Most students are not eligible for financial aid if attending less than half-time (less than 6 credit hours for undergraduate and less than 3 credit hours for graduate students).
All awards will be reviewed and revised, if necessary, following the Add/Drop period each semester. Students who withdraw from all classes for the semester are subject to a recalculation of their award eligibility. All students who have been awarded financial aid should consult the Office of Financial Aid prior to dropping or withdrawing from classes. Students will receive a revised award notice showing all adjustments in financial aid eligibility.
Financial aid disbursements will be posted to student accounts and finalized shortly after the Add/Drop period. Refundable balances of excess financial aid will be returned or retained based on the wishes of each student shortly after disbursement. Please contact the Office of Financial Aid to discuss refunding options. Students must authorize Lawrence Tech to hold their refund from previous semester(s) or academic year(s) as this will not be done automatically (refunds will be processed on a semesterby-semester basis).
All financial aid recipients are subject to Satisfactory Academic Progress policies as stated in the Lawrence Tech Undergraduate and Graduate Catalogs. Guest, special, and international students are not eligible for most financial aid programs. For a list of loan options available, please contact the Office of Financial Aid (C304).
IDENTIFICATION CARD
Lawrence Tech’s student identification card combines a photo with a magnetic strip/bar code and a cash debit option that allows students to load their card with Café Cash, which can be spent at Café Lawrence and the Larry Joe coffee bar in the atrium of the Buell Management Building. The ID card also serves as the student’s library card and should be presented at the circulation desk when checking out books or using the Reserve Desk. Instructions for applying for a card are provided to new students during orientation. There is a $10 replacement charge for lost ID cards. Replacement ID cards must be purchased at the DTE Energy One-Stop Center. If an ID card is damaged and needs to be replaced, the student must present it to the One-Stop Center to have the replacement charge waived.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
The Office of Career Services and International Programs serves as the primary contact for international students and scholars who attend classes on campus. This population includes undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students. Services offered include guidance on enrollment requirements, visa requirements, and resource information. All new international students are required to meet with an advisor from the Office of Career Services and International Programs upon arrival.
Student participation in an orientation prior to classes is also required. International student orientation dates will be posted on the Lawrence Tech website.
The Office of Career Services and International Programs is located in the A. Alfred Taubman Student Services Center in room C404 and can be reached at 248.204.3140. Normal office hours are Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Meetings outside of normal business hours can be arranged by special appointment.
LIBRARY
The Lawrence Tech library is conveniently located on the first floor of the Buell Management Building and boasts an attractive indoor garden area. The library houses a broad selection of books, periodicals, online databases and full-text electronic books and periodical articles, microforms, and other material that has been selected to enhance the curriculum areas of the University. Collection strengths include engineering, technology, architecture, and management.
Among the library’s unique resources is the 3,000-volume professional library of the late renowned architect Albert Kahn. The professional librarians are skilled in locating information both in the Lawrence Tech collection and at numerous other venues. They can also provide individualized and group instruction on how to use the library efficiently. Students have full access to the stacks for browsing and independent research and can always count on getting personalized reference assistance from a librarian whenever the library is open.
While the library's catalog is available to the public on the Lawrence Tech website, premium content tailored to serve the needs of the Lawrence Tech curriculum is available online at library.ltu.edu (a password-protected site available to students using their Banner ID). In addition to print and database sources, more than 24,000 electronic books and more than 27,400 electronic journal titles are accessible from the site as well.
When an item is not available on campus, the library has negotiated agreements with many local and statewide academic and public libraries for direct borrowing privileges or, in some cases, for borrowing through a special arrangement. As an alternative, materials can be borrowed and shipped directly to Lawrence Tech from across the city or across the nation through the use of several sophisticated interlibrary loan programs. It is recommended that students make the Lawrence Tech library their first stop when beginning a research project.
Loan Privileges
Lawrence Tech students may borrow most material from the library for three weeks. Certain special materials circulate for shorter periods. Reserve and reference materials must be used in the library. Students with fines or lost-item charges of $10 or above may not borrow library materials.
Renewals
Students may renew material as long as no one has requested the item. Students may renew books through their online library accounts. Books that are overdue may only be renewed by contacting the library. Call the circulation desk (248.204.3009) to renew by phone, or bring the books to the library for renewal.
Overdue Materials
Overdue Charges:
$.10 per item per day—books
$1 per item per day—all Reserve Desk items
Lost-Item Charge
This includes replacement value, a service charge, and a maximum $5 fine. Patrons with lost-item charges or excessive overdue fines are not allowed to check out materials and an Academic Hold will be placed on their student record.
Library Account
All students have a special library account that may be accessed through the “My Account” feature of the library's online catalog (library.ltu.edu or via my.ltu.edu). Contact the library with any questions. Once logged in, students may place requests for items directly from the catalog, review their account for items checked out, fines, etc.
Other Services
The library offers black and white and color photocopy machines, a student printer (M113a), a scanner, public computers, paper cutter, and other tools for student use.
LOCKERS
Lockers in the Engineering Building are assigned through the Office of the Dean of the College of Engineering, 248.204.2500. Lockers in the Architecture Building and the University Technology and Learning Center (UTLC) are assigned by the College of Architecture and Design, 248.204.2800.
LOST AND FOUND
The Department of Campus Safety is the clearinghouse for lost and found articles. Please call 248.204.3945. Campus Safety delivers all found Lawrence Tech laptop computers to the Help Desk; call the desk at 248.204.2330.
MARTIN LUTHER KING DAY
The University is open and classes are held on Martin Luther King Day. To afford an opportunity to all members of the University community who may desire to participate in the Freedom Walk celebrating Dr. King’s life and legacy, students, faculty, and staff may, upon request, be excused from any scheduled classes, office hours, meetings, etc., during University-sponsored program times. Temporary help, substitute instruction, rescheduling, etc., will be provided as needed. During this period, all mandatory activities such as exams, presentations, or other graded activities will be deferred, although assignments may be made by email for subsequent sessions.
ONLINE STUDENT SERVICES
Lawrence Tech offers convenient online student services. Students can register for courses, view their academic records, make tuition payments, and conduct financial aid transactions through BannerWeb from any location at any time.
Students may register online using their nine-digit student identification number and their PIN. In addition, some undergraduate students need to obtain an Alternate PIN from their academic advisor. The Alternate PIN is the advisor’s electronic signature, giving the student approval to register. In order to be allowed to register students must not owe a balance from previous semesters.
Students may also view and print an unofficial copy of their student transcript, provided they do not have a hold on their records (the result of owing the University money) that prohibits this function.
POSTAL AND PACKAGE SERVICES
Mailboxes for outgoing mail are located in the lobby of the Engineering, Buell Management, and Science buildings, as well as at the DTE Energy One-Stop Center in the Taubman Student Services Center and at the Information Desks in both residence halls, where stamps may be purchased. All mail and packages are delivered to the Information Desks. The UPS outgoing package drop box is located outside the Buell Management Building on the atrium level, on the Lot C side of the building.
POSTING AND ADVERTISING POLICY
“Flyer” means any writing, notice, pictorial presentation, poster, or similar item intended to convey a message of a temporary nature. For purposes of display, all flyers must be no larger than 21 by 15 inches.
“Banner” means any display larger than a flyer on flexible material. For purposes of display, all banners must be no larger than 6 by 9 feet.
“Sign” means any display of a written or pictorial nature intended to convey a message of a more permanent nature.
1. Individuals and student groups or student organizations must seek the approval of the Office of Student Recreation in the Ridler Field House or the Office of the Dean of Students in the Taubman Student Services Center (C405) for all flyers prior to posting. Upon approval, a stamp and date will be placed on the flyers, which indicate a removal date.
2. Thirty (30) copies of each stamped and approved flyer will only be distributed by the Office of Student Recreation staff or the Office of the Dean of Students staff to approved locations monitored by these offices. A list of the posting locations can be obtained from either office. Flyers will be removed by the staff on the expiration date. If flyers are not about an event, they can remain posted for one month after approval. Posting of flyers in classrooms, on windows, on doors, and on walls is strictly prohibited. Material posted on surfaces other than designated bulletin boards will be removed.
3. Only one flyer will be posted per bulletin board. Locations having two or more bulletin boards may have a flyer posted on each board.
4. Flyers are posted two times per week from each office (Tuesdays/Thursdays by Student Recreation staff, Mondays/Wednesdays by Dean of Students staff).
5. Individuals and student groups or student organizations desiring to post flyers in the residence halls must, after approval from the Office of Student Recreation or the Office of the Dean of Students, submit the flyers to the Office of University Housing (C205) and they will be posted by housing staff in each hall. Eighteen (18) approved and stamped flyers will provide posting coverage for each floor in each residence hall.
6. Notices of items for sale by individuals who are not regularly engaged in the business of such sales may be posted by bringing such notice to the Office of Student Recreation or the Office of the Dean of Students for approval.
7. Approved and stamped banners may be posted in the atrium of the Buell Management Building along the third level railing.
8. The use or reproduction of the seal, name, official logotypes, and official symbols of Lawrence Technological University for any purpose is prohibited without prior written permission from the Office of Marketing and Public Affairs (M376, Buell
Management Building).
9. Any unapproved flyers will be removed. Failure by a student organization to abide by these guidelines may result in the loss of posting privileges.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT CENTER
The Professional Development Center, www.ltu.edu/pdc, manages the University’s training and consulting needs in a number of business areas, including insurance studies, Six Sigma, and international business. Training, staffing, speaking, and consulting are done both at the University and on-premises at business locations. Content is also available online. Contact Benjamin Benson at 248.204.4050 for more information.
RAFFLE OR CHARITABLE GAMING EVENT GUIDELINES
Any student organization requesting to host a gambling tournament or raffle must contact the coordinator of student activities to receive guidance on completing a Charitable Gambling Application through the State of Michigan’s Bureau of the State Lottery. The student organization must submit the application to the Bureau of the State Lottery with appropriate application fees, along with the organization’s constitution, and a signed letter from the Dean of Students. It will take approximately 4-6 weeks for the Bureau of the State Lottery to approve any application. Visit michigan.gov/lottery for more information. (The Bureau of the State Lottery does not allow education subordinate organizations to raffle prizes over $500. Therefore, there is no need to complete the Millionaire Party application to obtain a license.)
RALLIES/MARCHES/PROTESTS
Student groups wanting to hold a rally, march, or protest should contact the Office of Student Activities and make an appointment with a professional staff member to discuss the event. This person will tell the student group representative what things must be done in order to secure approval of the event. If the event includes any form of public address equipment or amplified sound, the group will have to complete forms from Campus Facilities and alert Campus Safety.
SPIRIT ROCK
The Spirit Rock exists to provide students and student organizations with the opportunity to express their spirit and pride in Lawrence Technological University. To maximize this opportunity, students are expected to uphold the following regulations:
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With the exception of painting, the physical condition of the rock is not to be altered in any way that will change its shape, size, or orientation.
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The rock is not to be moved.
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Derogatory or profane words or messages on the rock are prohibited.
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There is no limit to the number of times the rock may be painted in total or by any one organization.
STUDENT ACTIVITIES
The Office of Student Activities (C405) provides programs and services for the entire University community. Student Activities coordinates a variety of opportunities for students to become involved on campus and in the Southfield and Metro Detroit areas. The mission of Student Activities is to encourage the intellectual, social, and civic development of students individually and through student groups. The programs and services provided by Student Activities are as follows:
Commuter Student Support Services
Commuter Student Support Services serves the 80 percent of students who commute to Lawrence Tech. Programs and services exist in an effort to build community and create a sense of connectedness between commuters and the University. Programs include Day Trips, Good Evening Commuters Workshops, and online resources that benefit the commuter population.
Multicultural Support Services
Multicultural Support Services exists to advance Lawrence Tech’s commitment to diversity in increasing the recruitment, retention, and graduation of all students and particularly underrepresented groups (including racial/ethnic, women, and GLBT students), by developing strategies that engage students in the attainment of academic excellence and social success. This area serves as a support and advocacy network through which students from underrepresented groups are provided effective assistance during their academic tenure. Programs include welcome receptions; cultural programs that provide forums to enhance the intellectual, social, and personal development of students; discussions and speakers who focus on relevant social, cultural, and academic issues; and the advising of multicultural student organizations.
STUDENT AFFAIRS
The Division of Student Affairs coordinates efforts, programs, and services that support the development of a vibrant learning community on campus. The division's purpose is to support students, staff, and faculty in achieving the mission of Lawrence Tech by creating communities that foster and support student learning and development.
Offices included in the Division are: Campus Safety and Mail Services; Career Services and International Programs; Conference Services; Clinical Counseling Services; Disability Services; Dining Services; Student Activities; Student Recreation; University Housing; and the campus switchboard. The Office of the Dean of Students serves as the central resource for activities coordinated by the Division of Student Affairs. Events, programs, and services provided through these offices are designed to enhance student involvement and student leadership development.
STUDENT COMMUNICATIONS / STUDENT EMAIL
All students are issued a Lawrence Tech email account and are required to maintain their University computer accounts while they are enrolled at the University. These accounts are provided without additional charge to registered students. Students may access these accounts while on campus with laptops or personal computers. They may also be accessed from off-campus via personal Internet accounts. Students may also communicate directly with faculty, staff, and administrators through email. Because email is considered a formal channel of communication for official University correspondence, students are expected to review their email on a regular basis.
Please remember that your email account is the first initial of your first name and first initial of your last name and your nine digit student identification number. When you send an email using your Lawrence Tech email account, you should be mindful that this is your identification number. If you wish other students not to view your identification number, you should elect another email account from which you send the email.
Students should note that while using Blackboard, if you elect not to change your email account, the default is your Lawrence Tech email account. This means that when posting notices on discussion boards, etc., within Blackboard, your Lawrence Tech email account (which includes your ID number) is visable to others within the class.
Blackboard has an option for a class roster that shows the students’ names and email addresses. The instructor should have this option shut off so as not to reveal this information.
STUDENT HOUSING
University Housing at Lawrence Tech provides more than just a room in which to sleep and study. The living and learning environment that is fostered within University Housing supports students' academic, social, cultural, and personal goals. University Housing staff are committed to assisting residents in all aspects of their collegiate experience by providing a safe and healthy environment in which to pursue their academic goals, promoting the ideals of community living by emphasizing personal responsibility and respect for others, creating opportunities for student involvement and personal development, and offering advice and information to residents.
The camaraderie that develops among residents is unequaled by any other living option. Residents who take advantage of this environment tend to improve both their academic performance and their satisfaction with their college experience. Each residence hall community offers opportunities for students to get involved in numerous activities and programs.
Lawrence Tech has two residence halls, University Housing-North and University Housing-South. Each hall features one- and two-bedroom apartment suites that accommodate two to four students depending on the size of the suite. Both buildings feature air-conditioning, cable television, wireless connectivity, carpeting, private bathrooms, and full kitchens. Washers and dryers are available in each suite in Housing-North. Coin-operated laundry facilities are provided in Housing-South. Free parking is provided for residents close to each building.
Anyone seeking on-campus housing should complete a Housing Application and Contract and pay the application fee. Applications are available from both the University Housing and Admissions offices. Students are encouraged to apply for housing as soon as possible.
Applicants must be admitted to Lawrence Technological University in order to live in university housing. Students may apply for university housing before registering for classes but will not be allowed to take occupancy of their assigned room until registered. For the fall and spring semesters, undergraduate residents must maintain at least nine credit hours per semester to be eligible for housing. For more information, please contact the Office of University Housing at 248.204.3940.
Lawrence Technological University requires all freshmen and transfer students with less than 30 credit hours completed, including international students, to reside in on-campus housing. Students will be exempted from the residency requirement if they fit into one of the following categories:
1. Students who are 21 years of age or older, having reached that age no later than the first day of classes for the applicable semester.
2. Veterans of at least two years of active military service.
3. Students who are married.
4. Students who have custody of dependent children.
5. Students who commute from the permanent, legal residence of their parent(s) or legal guardian (within 40 miles).
6. Students who have resided in the residence halls for two semesters, excluding summers.
7. Students who are enrolled for less than nine credit hours per semester.
Students wishing to be granted an exemption must complete a residency requirement exemption request form and provide supporting documentation. This form is available in the Office of University Housing. Upon receipt, all exemption requests will be reviewed by the Director of Residence Life. Non-exempt students not residing on campus will be considered in violation of this policy and will be held accountable for the financial obligation entailed by their room assignment.
STUDENT INSURANCE
A 12-month health and accident insurance policy is available to all full-time students at a reasonable cost. Contact the One-Stop Center or the Office of the Dean of Students for additional information.
Lawrence Technological University advises all students living in the residence halls to obtain personal property insurance (renter's insurance). Many students may have their personal property covered under their parents' homeowner's insurance policy; check with the insurance provider to determine applicable coverage. Personal property insurance for those students who are not covered by their parents' homeowner's policy or for students seeking additional coverage is available through National Student Services, Inc. For additional information, visit their website at www.nssinc.com or contact the Office of University Housing.
STUDENT LOUNGES
Student lounges are located in the fireplace area of the Engineering Building and on the lower level of the Architecture Building. The Larry Joe coffee house, hosted by Dining Services, also has a lounge area located in the atrium of the Buell Management Building. The Commuter Student Lounge is located in S202 of the Science Building.
STUDENT ORGANIZATION OFFICE SPACE ALLOCATION
In the middle of the spring semester, the Executive Board of Student Government shall conduct an evaluation of each student organization’s application for designated office space. Organizations chosen to receive office space cannot be guaranteed office space for more than one academic year. The application will assess the following, but is not limited to:
All appropriate sources may be used to gather this information: the Student Government record of events and activities, Student Government attendance records, and the organizations themselves.
At the end of the spring semester, the organizations will be notified by the Executive Board of Student Government that they must re-apply in order to be candidates for office space for the following academic year.
When office space becomes available, either through revocation or construction, the Executive Board of Student Government shall inform every organization of vacancies and shall accept submissions for office space for a period of two weeks upon notification.
STUDENT RECORDS
Lawrence Tech students may view their academic transcripts, account information, and other student-related information through BannerWeb at www.my.ltu.edu. Student records are located in a secured area that requires the student’s Banner identification number (excluding the initials) and PIN to access the information.
STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
The Office of Career Services and International Programs, 248.204.3140, coordinates Lawrence Tech’s compliance with Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act. The University does not discriminate against students with disabilities in recruitment, admission, or treatment after admission. In addition, the University makes reasonable accommodations to permit students with disabilities to fulfill academic requirements and provides effective auxiliary aids to ensure that they are not excluded from programs because of their disabilities. Eligibility for accommodations is determined on an individual basis.
For additional information on eligibility for services, accommodations, and student responsibilities, please refer to Lawrence Tech's website or contact the disability services coordinator at 248.204.3140 or through the Michigan Relay Center at 800.649.3771 to set up an appointment. Students who believe that the University may not be meeting these responsibilities or who believe that they have been otherwise discriminated against based upon their disability may contact the Section 504 officer at the Office of Career Services and International Programs, Lawrence Technological University, 21000 West Ten Mile Road, Southfield, MI 48075-1058.
VETERANS
Questions regarding benefits under the GI Bill, Michigan National Guard educational benefits, or any funding related to veterans should be directed to the Office of Financial Aid and Veterans Affairs. Veterans may also contact the Veterans Affairs Department (VA) with questions concerning program eligibility. The VA provides a wide range of benefits to veterans. New programs have made some reservists and active duty personnel eligible for benefits.
The monthly allowance for Lawrence Tech veterans is based on the number of credit hours, the number of dependents, and specific program of qualifications. All veterans receiving GI benefits are expected to maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress. VA regulations permit only a two-semester probation period unless there are mitigating circumstances as determined by the VA. The University will inform the VA and the student when the veteran does not meet academic standards of progress and is no longer eligible for benefits.
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