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Financial Aid
The Financial Aid Office is located on the main floor of the Wood Student Services Center and includes Financial Aid and Veterans Affairs. The Office website https://www.easternct.edu/financial-aid/index.html specifies policies, procedures, and helps with frequently asked questions. Additional...
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Student Media
Campus Lantern  The Campus Lantern, a student newspaper, informs the Eastern community of news, sports, activities, and other newsworthy information. The office is located in Student Center, Room 108B. All interested students are welcome to join the staff. Call the Campus Lantern at (860)...
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Student Clubs and Organizations
See the following link on the Clubs - Eastern for the current list and web pages of Student Government Association approved clubs and organizations at Eastern Connecticut State University.
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How to Start a New Club or Organization
Forming a Student Organization is not as complicated as you may think. There are a few steps that you have to complete before you can be recognized as an established organization. The steps can be easily followed because they are all connected and flow together making the process of forming an...
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Module 1: Designing an Online Course - Where do I start?
Designing an online course: Where do I start? You may have heard the recommendation to start with the end in mind - the desired learning outcomes for you students. While that's a very valid recommendation, there is more to the process than just having a solid starting point. Learning...
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Optimization Bandwidth for Video Conferencing
*Please note this article is currently under review. Optimization Bandwidth for Video Conferencing In an effort to increase the quality of online meetings for our customers we have created an easy to use a checklist of “best practices” for connecting to an online video conferencing service such...
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MacOS Catalina and Screen Sharing
macOS Catalina and Screen Sharing There is a new settings on macOS Catalina (the most updated macOS). You must allow screen sharing before being able to provide screen sharing options. Example: MS Teams To fix this, go to your System Preferences > Security and Privacy > Privacy...
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Web Conferencing Security
Due to the increased use of web conferencing tools and the possibility of disruptive participants, it is important to know how meeting organizers can take precautions and respond if such an event occurs. The information below gives an overview of the subject and the steps that can be taken to...
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FAQ on Web Conferencing Tools
*Please note this article is currently under review. Frequently Asked Questions on Web Conferencing Tools Q: What web conferencing tools are supported by Eastern? A: Blackboard Collaborate and MS Teams Q: What are the minimum hardware equipment requirements? A: The minimum requirements...
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Work at Home and Online Class Toolbox for Students
Office 365 (Teams) You can access the Office 365 suite from home using a web browser. You can check your Outlook email, and use a variety of applications, as well as install them on your personal machine. Overview of Office and how to get it installed on your personal devices Office 365 in...
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Choosing a Web Conferencing Tool
Blackboard Collaborate We strongly recommend Blackboard Collaborate for conducting synchronous online or hybrid classes. The tool requires the least amount of setup to use. Typically, you can add it to your existing courses in less than a minute and it's ready to be used by the students and...
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Zoom at ECSU – Consolidating Existing Accounts
Eastern Connecticut State University will now offer Zoom licenses for faculty and staff who wish to use the platform. If you previously signed up for Zoom using your Eastern email address, you will be prompted to either merge it into the Eastern institutional Zoom account or update your personal...
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Zoom and Blackboard
Zoom can be used in conjunction with Blackboard by one of two methods. Faculty can take their Zoom meeting invitation link and past it into a Web Link or Announcement or other Blackboard content. You can learn how to get the invitation link at the following link:...
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Campus Threat Assessment
CAMPUS THREAT ASSESSMENT In accordance with Public Act 13-3, Eastern Connecticut State University has established a trained threat assessment team.  Threat Assessment Team members include the Vice President for Student Affairs, Provost/Vice President for Academic Affairs, Vice President for...
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Academic Success Center
J. Eugene Smith Library, Ground Floor The Academic Success Center (ASC) is home to many different student support services, whose mission is to assist Eastern students in realizing their highest level of achievement possible. The offices are located on the first and second floor of the J....
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Vehicle Request Policy and Procedures
2025-26 EASTERN CONNECTICUT STATE UNIVERSITY VEHICLE POLICY & PROCEDURES Failure to comply fully with this policy may result in loss of vehicle use privileges for the operator and the operator’s department. Please contact Scott Smith, University Vehicle Coordinator, with any questions by...
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Procedure for Students with Disabilities to Request Academic and/or Housing Accommodations
Procedure for Students with Disabilities to Request Academic and/or Housing Accommodations The Office of AccessAbility Services (OAS) guides its work with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion under the strategic plan of the University and the Division of Student Affairs....
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Payment of Tuition and Fee Bills
As with any school or institution, there are many rules and regulations regarding tuition and fees. If you or your family members have questions about any of the following information, please call the Bursar’s Office in the Alvin B. Wood Support Services Center at ext. 55255, or off-campus at...
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Athletics
Lori Runksmeier, Director of Athletics, (860) 465-5091 Sports Center http://gowarriorathletics.com/landing/index Eastern's intercollegiate athletic teams have gained recognition as among the best in New England and nationally, regularly competing for conference championships.  The...
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Student Employment
The Student Employment Office is located on the 3rd Floor, Room 338, of the Gelsi-Young Building. The Office also retains a website Student Employment - Eastern that specifies policies, procedures, and helps with frequently asked questions. Additional questions from students and their families can...
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Department Chairs and Secretaries
Arts & Sciences Dean’s Office  Dr. Emily Todd, Dean  (860) 465-5295  todde@easternct.edu  Webb Hall-Room 264  Amy Coffey, Associate Dean  (860) 465-5383  coffeya@easternct.edu ...
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Academic Standards and Procedures
It is the University’s official policy that the responsibility for fulfilling graduation requirements and complying with Eastern’s academic policies rests with the student. Students must know what the graduation requirements are and complete them in a timely fashion. A student’s degree...
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Eastern Connecticut State University Administration
Karim Ismaili President Jeremy Campbell Vice President of Finance and Administration LaMar Coleman Vice President of Equity and Diversity  Michelle Delaney Vice President of Student Affairs Philip...
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Counseling and Psychological Services
Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) Director: Dr. Bryce Crapser, Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Professional Counselor Licensed Counselors: Christi Craig, LCSW, Dr. Vicki DeVeau, LCSW, Dr. Greg Betz, Licensed Psychologist Post-Graduate Counseling Fellows: Joseph Mongillo,...
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Eastern Statement on Discrimination and Sexual Harassment
Policy Statement It is the policy of Eastern Connecticut State University that unlawful discrimination is prohibited. Consequently, it shall be a violation of University’s policy for any member of the University community to discriminate against any individual with respect to any terms,...
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