Academic Catalog 2018

assignments, conduct research, and perform job-search activities. Each lab is equipped with a printer, internet, e-mail capabilities, and a wide variety of software. Computer labs are also located in East River Hall, Cruise Hall, Rish Hall, SCI 102, SCI 103, SCI 106, SCI 109, the Education Department, the Art Building, Easley Library, and the ACE Center. Assistance for Students with Disabilities Students with documented disabilities are eligible to receive services and accommodations based on specific needs. To receive services at Bluefield College, students must provide recent documentation that supports their disability. Accommodations are made on an individual basis and are for the purpose of providing equal access to educational opportunities as specified in the guidelines of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Rehabilitation Act of 1973. The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 define a disability as a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities, such as walking, seeing, hearing, speaking, breathing, learning and working. This definition also includes a person with a record of disability or a person perceived as having a disability. For more information contact the Academic Center for Excellence (ACE). The Academic Center for Excellence (ACE) The Academic Center for Excellence (ACE) exists to further Bluefield College’s goal of providing a liberal arts education that will develop the whole person. This Center encourages students to take responsibility for academic choices and achievements and to understand that academic planning and development occur not only during undergraduate years, but also throughout a lifetime. Tutoring services, disability services and the testing center for CLEP and DSST are housed in the ACE. Tutoring in all academic areas is coordinated through ACE, including face-to-face and online writing tutoring. Tutoring appointments will be arranged for students in need of tutoring in any discipline as tutors are available. ACE offers academic support to all students who desire to improve their ability to succeed in their coursework by offering assistance with study skills, time management, determining learning styles, test anxiety and more. The Director of Student Success serves as director for the ACE and also works with students on academic probation to help them achieve their academic goals. Students placed on academic probation are required to meet with the Director of Student Success while they are working to improve their scholastic performance. Academic accommodations are also available for students with documented disabilities. If any student desires assistance, he or she must contact the assistant director of ACE at ACE@bluefield.edu. The assistant director will consult with the student regarding any appropriate accommodations. CLEP and DSST testing are available for students of the College and for the general public. Tests are scheduled by individual appointment. To arrange taking a test, contact the ACE at ACE@bluefield.edu.  ONLINE LEARNING POLICY Bluefield College offers online education through eLearning as a method for increasing educational opportunities for students. The College encourages active learning and contact

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