Updates

This page contains news and information that is posted on the Graduate Studies home page.

2nd Call for Graduate Mini-Grants; Deadline: Friday, March 2!

See the link below for the application and requirements for the Graduate Mini-Grants!

Mini-Grant Application

Advising Session for MS in Education and Master of Education (M.Ed.) Graduate Students

Judy Olson invites you to attend this online meeting.

Topic: Grad Advising
Date: Wednesday, February 15, 2012
Time: 4:00 pm, Central Standard Time (Chicago)
Meeting Number: 636 247 503
Meeting Password: Judy


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To join the online meeting (Now from mobile devices!)
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1. Go to https://mnscu.webex.com/mnscu/j.php?ED=151283362&UID=1101018392&PW=NZWU0NTg3NzJi&RT=MiM3
2. If requested, enter your name and email address.
3. If a password is required, enter the meeting password: Judy
4. Click "Join".

To view in other time zones or languages, please click the link:
https://mnscu.webex.com/mnscu/j.php?ED=151283362&UID=1101018392&PW=NZWU0NTg3NzJi&ORT=MiM3

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To join the audio conference only
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To receive a call back, provide your phone number when you join the meeting, or call the number below and enter the access code.
Call-in toll-free number (US/Canada): 1-866-469-3239
Call-in toll number (US/Canada): 1-650-429-3300
Toll-free dialing restrictions: http://www.webex.com/pdf/tollfree_restrictions.pdf

Access code:636 247 503

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For assistance
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1. Go to https://mnscu.webex.com/mnscu/mc
2. On the left navigation bar, click "Support".

You can contact me at:
lholm@bemidjistate.edu
1-218-755-2934


The playback of UCF (Universal Communications Format) rich media files requires appropriate players. To view this type of rich media files in the meeting, please check whether you have the players installed on your computer by going to https://mnscu.webex.com/mnscu/systemdiagnosis.php.


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IMPORTANT NOTICE: This WebEx service includes a feature that allows audio and any documents and other materials exchanged or viewed during the session to be recorded. By joining this session, you automatically consent to such recordings. If you do not consent to the recording, discuss your concerns with the meeting host prior to the start of the recording or do not join the session. Please note that any such recordings may be subject to discovery in the event of litigation.

UNIV 6000 Course Issues and Resolution

Currently, the UNIV 6000 course has been denying students access with a declaration that it is full.  Students have been calling with understandable concerns.  This is to notify all graduate students that we are aware of the problem and have resolved this issue.  Students may now register for UNIV 6000 for Spring semester.  Thank you for your patience.

School of Graduate Studies

Important Information for Spring 2012 Graduates

Attention Graduate Students:

For those of you planning on graduating in the Spring Semester 2012, there are a few deadlines you need to be aware of.

January 20, 2012: Submit Form 4, Application for Graduation; Preliminary Curriculum Vita; and $10 graduation fee DIRECTLY to the School of Graduate Studies.

April 5, 2012: The FINAL draft of your project/research paper/thesis AND an APPROVED Form 5 MUST be received by the School of Graduate Studies.

April 26, 2012: The FINAL day your oral defense OR project presentation may be scheduled.

Should you have questions, please contact the School of Graduate Studies as soon as possible.

Thanks!

Important Spring 2012 Registration Information

There are some recent changes that are important to understand for Spring 2012 registration, please see below.

1.  Automated Wait List - BSU will be piloting the use of an automated wait list.  This functionality will be piloted in specific departments.  The courses that will be using the automated wait list are those courses with the following prefixes:  ACCT, BUAD, MATH, CS, STAT, and PHED.  Students interested in a full class in one of these areas have the option to put themselves on an automated wait list, through e-Services.  The wait list is set-up to notify the first student (via e-mail) on the wait list when a seat is open.  The student than has 24 hours to respond to the notification.  The instructors of these classes will not be issuing course overrides into the classes.  The automated wait list feature will be active through December 29th.  Once the automated wait list is turned off,  entry into a full class will be at the discretion of the instructor.   Additional information on how the automated wait list works will be posted to the Records Office website in the near future. 

2. e-Services Dashboard - On October 13th, a dashboard was added to e-Services that lists all of the holds a student has, both at BSU and any other MnSCU institution.  It is important to note that only those registration holds at BSU will effect your BSU registration. 

3. On-campus Registration for Online Courses - Please note that specific Extended Learning courses (BIOL, CHEM, ENGL, HST, IT, PSY, MATH, MUS, PHIL, PHYS, POL, REL, SCI and STAT) will be opened to on-campus students for registration on Nov 28.  On-campus students will be able to self-register for these courses on or after that date.  All other online courses will remain closed to on-campus students.  They will continue to need to obtain permission to register for these courses through the signed Course Work Only form process. 

Mandatory Health Insurance Information

Health Insurance coverage is now required for all students enrolled in six or more credits taking on-campus classes at Bemidji State University. This includes graduate students completing course work on campus. Please go to the portal and enter the name of your insurance carrier.   
 
If you do not indicate insurance coverage, the fee for the United Healthcare Student Resources will be placed on your statement.  Coverage will go into effect when the fee is paid in full.  For more information about the plan, see www.uhcsr.com/mnscu, click on “Find My Schools Plan” link and follow the online instructions or call 888-251-6243.  For questions or to enroll in the plan, contact the Student Center for Health & Counseling (SCHC) Insurance Office at 218-755-4013, or go to: www.bemidjistate.edu/students/services/health_counseling/access/insurance

By requiring students to have health plan coverage, the University ensures all students have access to medical and mental health care and can maintain good health, which is essential for academic success.

The following insurance companies are on the list of those that can be billed through the SCHC:  BCBS, Medica, Preferred One, Health Partners, United Healthcare StudentResources, Prime West, UCare and MN Care.  Any charges not covered by insurance will be the responsibility of the student incurring the charge.

Free Graduate Webinars Now Available

The School of Graduate Studies is now able to provide students the opportunity to receive an overview of graduate study at BSU and ask questions online… in REAL TIME!!

The School of Graduate Studies introduces Graduate Webinars!  Students will be able to walk through the School of Graduate Studies website and receive personal instruction on graduate forms, graduate assistantships, the graduate process, and much more…all with a member of the School of Graduate Studies.  Students will also be able to ask questions concerning their program, campus life, thesis and research paper formatting, and any other challenging issues they have run into during their graduate career.  All that is necessary is a computer with internet access and a separate phone line.

Please note that all sessions will be recorded so if you are unable to attend, you will still have access to the information!

To access the webinars please watch for emailed instructions.

BSU No Longer Provides GRE Computer-Based Testing

Due to the recalibration taking place at Bemidji State University, we are no longer able to provide computer-based testing for the GRE on campus.  Students may sign up for the GRE at www.ets.org and may also look up available testing sites. For information please contact Kelly Knapp (kknapp@bemidjistate.edu, 218-755-2075).

Billing for Counseling Services

Beginning August 2011, the Student Center for Health and Counseling
(SCHC) will begin billing for services provided including counseling and
mental health services. While charges for health services have been
billed for the over 25 years, counseling has not been billed.

Students will be required to carry health insurance.  The following
insurance companies are on the list of those that can be billed through
the SCHC: BCBS, Medica, Preferred One, Health Partners, Student
Resources/Student Insurance, Prime West, UCare, and MNCare. Any charges
not covered by insurance will be the responsibility of the student
incurring the charge. There is also an optional plan available through
the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities called Student
Resources/Student Insurance. Information about this optional policy is
available at the SCHC or accessed on line at www.uhcsr.com. The intent
of the required coverage policy is to allow the students to continue to
have affordable health care.  Students can sign up for the MNSCU plan by
completing a form available at the SCHC or the Cashiers office and
paying the fee at the cashier’s office.

Also new this year, first year students will complete the required
Responsible Men Responsible Women program through D2L.  Faculty academic
advisors please note, students who have not completed the online RMRW
program by October 1, 2011, will have a registration hold that will
prevent them from registering for Spring semester classes.   For
questions about RMRW contact Jay Passa. 

If you can questions, contact the SCHC at:
(218)755-2053
(218)755-2024

Significant Changes Coming to Graduate Studies - Spring 2011

Please note: The School of Graduate Studies, like the rest of Bemidji State University and many other academic institutions across the state, is going through a recalibration in order to offset the effects of the current economic struggles.  Due to this recalibration, significant changes may be affecting our programs.  We will try to keep these changes updated on our website.  

Please continue to check the School of Graduate Studies website for the most current information concerning your desired program.  If you have specific questions regarding a program's changes, please contact the department.