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The Early Alert Program is designed to identify students who are having academic difficulty at any point during their education at BRCTC. By identifying these students, the Student Success Specialist can attempt to address their needs, thereby increasing the likelihood of their graduation. Students may be identified for Early Alert for a variety of reasons, including frequent absences, accommodations, behavior, tardiness, test scores, language skills, and writing ability. For more information about the Early Alert Program contact the Student Development Coordinator located in office 1300.
The Peer Advising for Student Success (PASS) Program was implemented in an effort to increase retention, student engagement, and success of first year students which will gear them towards graduation! The program targets new degree-seeking students who are attending part-time or full-time. PASS program mentors are employed to make phone calls, send emails, and conduct face-to- face meetings to all new students throughout their first semester of enrollment. These contact methods provide specific information about the college, academic and student support services, registration procedures, e-mail and BRIDGE, and student engagement activities. During these contact times, PASS mentors continuously encourage students to have contact with instructors and advisors. In addition to providing pertinent and valuable information, the contact methods serve as a personal connection between the students as well as the college. PASS mentors should establish professional relationships with their advisees. PASS mentors are trained and ready to make referrals to the appropriate campus division. By building so many positive relationships, students are able to participate in academic and student support services and be more engaged in the campus community as a whole.
Peer Tutoring is a service offered to all of our students. Tutoring is handled departmentally. Students may request Tutoring Services by applying electronically on the website (see Peer Tutor program). Once an electronic application has been submitted, faculty has two business days to respond to the request. Tutoring sessions can only be held at campus locations when the College is open.
Blue Ridge Community and Technical College is committed to “nondiscrimination” 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. The College is committed to providing reasonable accommodations within local, state, and federal regulations to ensure that qualified students with disabilities are able to enjoy the same rights and assume the same responsibilities as any other student. Some programs have minimal physical requirements that must be met. Students with disabilities will need to provide the Student Development Coordinator with one of the following documentation in order to receive accommodations:
- 504 plan
- Individual Education Plan (IEP)
- Psychological Evaluation
- Medical Documentation
Please refer to the Disability Handbook for more information regarding proper documentation.
Questions about Disability Support Services should be directed to the Office of Student Success.
Katherine Thompson
Student Development Coordinator
kthompso@blueridgectc.edu
304-260-4380 ext 2117
Blue Ridge Community and Technical College will only contact students in case of an emergency situation. Should a situation occur that you are not able to attend class for a long period of time; students are encouraged to contact the Office of Student Success to document the situation. The Coordinator of Student Success will work closely with instructors to ensure student success during the time of the emergency.
The E-Learning department at Blue Ridge Community and Technical College provides support to students conducting research and locating scholarly resources for their coursework. The goals of Research & Reference Support are to assist students in
- Locating web-based reference materials
- Evaluating the credibility and relevancy of information sources
- Citing sources of information to uphold academic integrity
For on-demand help on campus, visit the E-Learning Help Desk –
Location: Main campus, room 2200
E-mail: elearn@blueridgectc.edu
Phone: (304) 260-4380 x 2349
For online resources and assistance, visit our website –
http://www.blueridgectc.edu/current-students/research-reference/
Blue Ridge Community and Technical College has several clubs and special interest groups which meet the needs of a diverse student body. Getting involved with student clubs, organizations, and activities is a great way to make a network of friends. Making a connection to the College community is one factor that may increase the success of students in their college career as well as in future endeavors. If you are interested in forming a new club or organization you may do so by contacting the Student Development Coordinator.
*Listing may include inactive clubs and organizations
- American Sign Language Club
- Bi Gay Lesbians And Allies Against Discrimination (B GLAAAD)
- Blue Ridge Drama Club
- Campus Crusades
- Emergency Medical Services (EMS)
- Fitness Club
- Golf Club
- History of Mathematics and Science
- Lambda Alpha Epsilon (LAE)
- Multicultural Club
- Phi Beta Lambda (PBL)
- Phi Theta Kappa (PTK)
- Physical Therapy Assisting Club
- Residential Writers Group (RWG)
- Rotaract
- Single Parents
- Skills USA
- Space Club
- Student Leadership Association (SLA)
- Student Nurses Association (SNA)
- Technology Club
Established by Missouri two-year college presidents in 1918, 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. Today, Phi Theta Kappa is the largest honor society in American higher education with more than 1.3 million members and 1,200 chapters located in 50 United States, U.S. territories, Canada and Germany. In 1929, the American Association of Community Colleges recognized Phi Theta Kappa as the official honor society for two-year colleges.
The Beta Omicron Delta Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa at Blue Ridge Community & Technical College initiated its first members in the spring of 2006. To be eligible to join, a student must have a 3.5 GPA. The student must maintain a 3.25 GPA to remain in good-standing in the society.
Blue Ridge Community and Technical College offers the E2 Campus Alert System to notify students of emergency situations and/or emergency closings. This system will not be used to notify students of campus events or the academic calendar. Students have the choice whether or not to participate in the system notifications. Blue Ridge Community and Technical College highly encourages students to sign up for text messaging and/or email notifications. To opt in, text the word “safety” to #79516 or visit the Safety & Security webpage at http://www.blueridgectc.edu/about-blue-ridge/safety-security/
The Office of Career Services supports the overall mission of Blue Ridge Community and Technical College by designing, implementing, and managing services which increase the employability of our students. It is the vision of career services to not only prepare students and alumni with job seeking skills, but to connect them with regional employers.
Current students and alumni may receive assistance with aptitude testing, identifying career goals, writing resumes, and cover letters, interviewing, and their job search. To further support students, Career Services manages a resume referral service and online resources including career advice, a resume & cover letter builder and a job board.
Each year, Career Services hosts several events, including an Annual Career Fair, mock interviews with regional employers, and smaller networking events.
To learn more about Career Services, email careerservices@blueridgectc.edu
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