Support Services

Bookstore

Blue Ridge Community and Technical College has a dedicated bookstore located on the Main Campus and Technology Center. Students can purchase textbooks in the bookstore and can also order online through the website at www.blueridgectc.edu/bookstore. Textbooks will be available for pick up at both the Main Campus and the Technology Center locations. Other items are also sold within the bookstore, including Blue Ridge apparel, software, study aids, etc. The current bookstore hours vary, extended hours may be available throughout the semester for book buyback and sales.

Follett Blue Ridge Community and Technical College Book Order Website is www.blueridgectc.edu/bookstore.

Student ID Card

Blue Ridge Community and Technical College students, upon enrollment, are provided a BRIDGE Student ID Card. This card should be visible at all times while on campus and must be presented upon request by administrators or faculty of Blue Ridge Community and Technical College for identification purposes. A $5.00 fee is charged for the replacement of this card. Students are required to carry this card at all times. The BRIDGE card is the the property of Blue Ridge Community and Technical College and is nontransferable. Use of this card constitutes acceptance of the terms and conditions in effect at the time of use. Report lost, stolen, or found cards immediately to the Campus Security at 304-260-4380 ext 2250.

E2 Campus

Blue Ridge and Technical College offers the E2 Campus Alert System to notify students of emergency situations and/or emergency closings.  To sign-up for E2 Campus, text the word “AlertMe” to #79516.  For more information regarding E2 Campus, refer to the Student Handbook, section Student Services.  

Computer Accounts

All registered students are assigned a computer account upon registration. Students are required to obtain their account information over BRIDGE. Computer accounts allow students access and use of the Internet, email and various software in computer labs. College computers cannot be accessed without a username and password. For more information, visit the Information Technology Services website at www.blueridgectc.edu.

Library Services

Although Blue Ridge Community and Technical College does not offer a traditional library, it does offer Research Databases EBSCO Host which provides access to thousands of full-text, peer-reviewed journal articles and other academic resources.  The E-Learning department provides support to students conducting research and locating scholarly resources for their coursework.  For additional information regarding E-Learning Services, contact the E-Learning Help Desk at elearn@blueridgectc.edu or call them at 304-260-4380, extension 2349.

Career Services

Blue Ridge Community and Technical College provides free career development services for students and alumni. The Office of Career Services supports the full lifecycle of a student from career and degree exploration to job placement.  Services include: Career Assessment and Advising, Resume and Cover Letter Assistance, Mock Interviews, Job Search Assistance, Career Training & Workshops, and Job Placement through our campus recruiting opportunities including our online job board, employer connections, career fairs and networking events. Contact the Office of Career Services by emailing CareerServices@blueridgectc.edu.

Clubs and Orgs

Blue Ridge Community and Technical College has several clubs and special interest groups which meet the needs of a diverse student body.  For a complete listing, refer to the Student Handbook, section Student Services.

Phi Theta Kappa

Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society serves to recognize and encourage the academic achievement of two-year college students and provide opportunities for individual growth and development through honors, leadership and service programming.  To be eligible to join, a student must have a 3.5 GPA. For further information regarding Phi Theta Kappa, refer to the Student Handbook, section Student Services.

Developmental Courses

• ENGL 100 – English, grammar, usage and mechanics are emphasized as well as academic writing.  ENGL 100 is designed to provide a foundation for students as they transition into college-level writing coursework.  The course examines each student’s writing process, using a cumulative portfolio.  Teaching strategies include individualized, conference-based instruction, peer writing workshops, grammar and usage review, academic, and rudimentary training in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.
• ENGL 100R – The focus of this course is to develop college reading skills and vocabulary.  Effective comprehension along with an emphasis on the application of these skills in college-level work is the goal.  Tutors are available upon request.
• MATH 100 – Students will learn how to perform operations on real numbers, the implications of exponents and the order of operations and how to evaluate algebraic expressions.  The concepts of percents and their applications, introductory geometry, statistics, and problem solving skills will all be incorporated.  Students will solve equations in one variable, solve literal equations for a variable, and evaluate/graph inequalities.  Students will translate and solve algebraic equations, and learn the skills required to solve application problems in one and two variables.  Students will interpret and graph linear equations as well as solving and analyzing systems of equations.  Students may also be introduced to operations on polynomials. 
• MATH 100A – Students will perform operations on polynomials, rational, and radical expressions.  Students will use various methods to factor polynomials.  Students will solve polynomial, rational, and radical equations and apply these skills to solving application problems.  The concept of functions will be introduced as well as their operations.  Students will use interval notation to express the domain and range of a function.

Placement Testing/Assessment

1. Student has already earned a degree from an accredited college (official transcripts must be submitted to the Office of Admissions).
2. Students who have previously taken and received a passing grade in a college level English and Math course from an accredited college (official transcripts must be submitted to the Office of Admissions).
3. Students with acceptable SAT/ACT scores (official score report must be submitted to the Office of Admissions). See chart below for acceptable scores.
4. Students with acceptable Compass, Accuplacer, or Asset scores from other accredited colleges (official score report must be submitted to the Office of Admission). See chart below for acceptable scores.
5. Students with acceptable WV Grade 11 Assessment scores in English and Mathematics.

Placement Testing/Assessment: Scores & Course Placement

The Classic Accuplacer tool scores are listed below and are in effect through October 31, 2018.  Beginning November 1, 2018, the Next Generation Accuplacer tool will be utilized.  Check the Blue Ridge CTC website for Next Generation Acuplacer scores which will be posted as soon as they become available.

Students who do not meet these exemptions have the option of taking the placement tests/assessments. Students may also choose not to take the placement tests/assessments with the understanding that they must start with foundation courses for the subjects which they did not test.

Additional assessments may be available and used for course placement.  Please contact the Testing Center about these options.

Disability Support Services

Blue Ridge Community and Technical College is committed to “non-discrimination” on the basis of disability in the areas of employment, program accessibility, admissions, treatment of students, academic adjustments, financial aid, employment assistance to students, and in nonacademic services.  The Office of Student Success works with faculty and staff, as well as a number of community agencies, to arrange for assistance in obtaining appropriate accommodations.  Refer to the Student Handbook, section Student Services for further information.

Skills 101

SKILLS 101 (ENGL 100S and/or MATH 100S)

SKILLS 101 is an intensive test preparation workshop designed for students who have taken placement testing but did not place into college-level English or mathematics courses and who want the options of restudying and retesting. This workshop will enhance students skills towards successful placement into college-level English and mathematics courses. Students may choose to attend the workshops for one or both subject areas. Attendance is not a guarantee of placing into college-level English and/or mathematics when retesting. The workshops are recommended for students who had placement scores close, but not quite at the college level, and for students who may have taken developmental English and/or mathematics course(s) and did not complete or failed the course(s).

Student Conduct

Students are expected to abide by the rules and regulations set forth in the Student Code of Conduct.  The Student Code of Conduct reflects the College community’s expectations and standards established for each of its members.  The code and student judicial system are founded on principles of fairness and due process and a commitment to the educational development of students and are designed to balance the interests of the College community as a whole with the protection of students’ individual liberties.

Disciplinary action on campus deals administratively and developmentally with prohibited or unacceptable student behavior in the College community.  Any complainant may refer any student or organization to the Office of Student Success.  Official College action will be taken when a student’s or student group’s behavior violates community standards, interferes either with the College’s educational purpose or with its duty to protect and preserve individual health, welfare and property.  When the behavior is aggravated or presents a continuing danger to the College community, accused students are subject to separation from the institution.

Thus, the primary purpose of this Code is to serve the interests of both the Blue Ridge Community and Technical College community and the individual student by:

1. Establishing the College’s authority to discipline students.
2. Outlining the general rights and responsibilities of students.
3. Asserting the specific standards of conduct expected of students.
4. Describing actions which can be taken when misconduct occurs.
5. Establishing procedures which ensure due process in the adjudication of complaints concerning students.
6. Imposing sanctions and/or providing conflict resolution in the College setting to protect, deter, and educate.

For further information regarding the standards, proscribed conduct and sanctions of students, refer to the Student Code of Conduct.

Title IX

As a recipient of federal funds, Blue Ridge Community and Technical College are required to comply with Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972 which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in education programs or activities.  Title IX states that “No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.” Sexual misconduct, as defined in this policy, is a form of sex discrimination prohibited by Title IX.  We encourage members of the campus community who experience any form of sexual misconduct discussed in this policy to contact our Blue Ridge Community and Technical College’s Title IX Coordinator, Ann Paull, at 304-260-4380, extension 2126.  Also, complaints can be submitted through the Blue Ridge Community and Technical College’s website.  For more information regarding Title IX, refer to the Blue Ridge Community and Technical College’s website or Student Handbook, section Student Code of Conduct.  

Violation of Student Rights

Any student who believes that his/her rights were violated by a college employee may take the following actions:

1. Make an informal appeal to that employee’s immediate supervisor.
2. If an acceptable solution is not reached, the student may continue informal appeals through organizational channels ending with a written decision from the Vice President of Enrollment Management.
3. If an acceptable solution is not reached at step 2, the student may, within 10 days after the date of the written decision, submit a written appeal to the chairperson of the Student Appellate Hearing Committee.  The written appeal will state the circumstances pertaining to the case, the justification for the appeal and the remedy sought.  The committee may render a decision on the written petition, request further information and documentation, or conduct a hearing.

The committee will render its decision as soon as possible after completion of the hearing.  Any affected party dissatisfied with the decision of the committee may make a written appeal to the campus president within 10 calendar days after the date of the committee’s written decision.  The campus president, or designee, may, in part, affirm, reverse or modify the committee’s decision.  The president’s decision will be rendered within 30 calendar days and will be final.