• Course work/graduation questions
• Financial Questions
• Housing/Student Life Questions (updated)

1. Will I be able to make up the work I’ve missed?  What changes will be made to the school calendar when we return for classes?
The fall semester calendar will be extended by a week to accommodate most of the missed class days. Individual classes may have to modify assignment schedules, etc., in order to accommodate additional class meetings missed due to the University closure. Students who have to miss additional class meetings due to individual circumstances related to Hurricane Katrina will be dealt with on an individual basis and should work with their faculty members to learn more about specific accommodations that might be made. As is usually the case in extraordinary circumstances, the University Administration is asking faculty and staff to work with students and to be as flexible as possible in handling individual cases.

The University also will develop an enhanced schedule of fall Term II classes which would probably begin around mid-October. Students who are not able to return to class in time to participate effectively in the regular fall semester may wish to enroll in Term II courses. Details regarding the calendar and schedule of classes for Term II will be announced shortly.

At this time, the University does not anticipate changes to the spring 2006 semester calendar.

2. I am concerned about my classes at Southeastern.  What should I do?
You should check in with the University to report your status and intentions.  You can do this on the University’s web site, by telephone, or in person.

3. I am a graduating senior/graduating graduate student at Southeastern. Will I still be able to graduate?
Yes.  Every effort will be made to ensure that you will be able to complete the courses you need to graduate.  Please speak with your advisor and/or department head about the details.

4. I am a graduating senior at Southeastern and I’m stuck in another location away from the area.  Will I be able to graduate if I take the necessary courses as a visiting student at another University?
Probably.  You should speak with your academic advisor and/or department head at Southeastern to ensure that the university where you enroll is an accredited institution, and to ensure that the courses you are planning to take are equivalent courses.  Southeastern will make reasonable accommodations for you with regard to the residency requirement for graduation.

5. I’m out-of-state with my family. If I go to school here, will my credits transfer? How can I get advised so that I’m sure my credits will transfer?
You should speak with your advisor and/or department head at Southeastern to ensure that the university where you enroll is an accredited institution, and to ensure that the courses you are planning to take are equivalent courses.  Southeastern will make every effort to be as accommodating as possible in accepting transfer credits.

6. I’m out-of-state and plan to attend school here. How can I get a transcript?
Contact the Registrar’s Office to request a transcript.

7. What is going to happen to my student teaching/clinical assignments, especially if the school/hospital is now closed?  What happens if I can no longer get to that particular site?
You should speak with your advisor and/or department head as soon as possible about an accommodation or alternate assignment.

8. I want to stay in school at Southeastern, but can’t get back for several days or weeks. What should I do?
You should talk to your advisor and/or department head.  Registration and drop/add will be extended for several days.  If you can’t return to school for an extended time, you should consider dropping your regular semester classes and enrolling in Term II classes.

9. My professor uses Blackboard/Internet and e-mail, and there is no computer access where I am staying. What do I do?
Clarify with your instructor the impact on your ability to be successful in the course.  Students will be given the opportunity to make modification to their existing schedule of classes, and you may need to consider taking a different section or course.

10. What happens if my professor doesn’t show up for class?
If your instructor is unable to return to the University, the department head or another faculty member in the department will handle your class while another instructor is being assigned. 

11. I’m taking off-campus courses in Denham Springs, St. Tammany Parish Center, Washington Parish, etc. When will these classes meet?
Students should plan to return on Thursday, September 8, to the main campus, the Baton Rouge Nursing Center, and off-campus courses in Livingston Parish.  You should contact the head of the academic department or the Office of Continuing Education at 985-549-2301 to find out about other off-campus classes.

12. I’m in a term one class and we’ve missed so much class time already. What will happen?
The fall semester will be adjusted to allow missed work to be made up.
 

Financial Questions

2. I have a Southeastern scholarship to attend this fall and can’t return. What happens to the scholarship funds?
The scholarship will be deferred to the next semester.

3. My books were destroyed in the storm. Can I get new books? Do I have to pay for them again? If I don’t have money to pay for new books, what can I do?
You should contact Textbook Rentals at 985-549-3780 as soon as possible to get replacement books. These will be provided to you at no additional cost if you have already paid for your textbooks.

4. I don’t have money right now to pay for the cost of my education.  What will happen?
Southeastern will not expect immediate payment on your account. Also, you may qualify for disaster aid from FEMA or other agencies. More information should be available in the near future.

5. I commute, and I don’t have money for gas, my car is destroyed, etc. and I can’t make it to class, what will happen?
Every case will be different, but faculty will be as accommodating as possible regarding making up missed assignments, adjusting class assignments, etc., to minimize commuting-related problems.

Housing/Student Life Questions

2. I am a local student living on-campus. Can I give up my housing arrangements for another student?
Individuals who will be remaining in school and are considering leaving on-campus housing may identify themselves at the Office of Student Housing (Pride Hall). However, unless otherwise contacted, all students with current leases will be held to the full-term of the lease.

3. What will happen with my housing lease if I drop below full time or have to resign from school?
Students who drop to part-time status during the Fall 2005 semester will be allowed to remain in housing. However, students who withdraw from the University will be required to leave on-campus facilities according to the provision of their leases.

4. I plan to stay in school. Can my family stay with me in student housing?
We understand that you may feel compelled to support displaced friends and loved ones, however our student oriented halls and apartments simply cannot comfortably or safely accommodate non-residents for any length of time. We are unable to provide additional keys for visitors, and we do not want guests to negatively impact other residential students or compromise the safety of our campus.  Therefore, in the best interests of our resident students, we must require that all residents abide by the guest visitation policies stated in your Lease Agreement including, but not limited to:
"No persons other than Resident and Co-Resident shall occupy the unit,"
"...Each Resident and Co-Resident of the Unit must consent to the guest staying in the unit..."
approved "Guest visits may not exceed three (3) consecutive days or a total of five (5) days in any calendar month."
"Occupancy within the unit will be limited to one resident per bed and no person may be allowed to use the shared areas as a bedroom."

       Pets are not allowed in Southeastern housing facilities. The Office of Student Housing can provide you with a list of local animal shelters.

5. I don't plan to stay in school, but have nowhere else to go. Can I stay in my residence hall room?
Registered students will be able to remain on campus according to the provisions of the housing lease. Individuals who elect not to return to school must seek accommodations elsewhere.

6. How will parking be impacted for the rest of the semester?
Southeastern’s parking map has not changed as a result of recent events.  However, as Southeastern is now home to several individuals who are assisting in the clean-up of Hurricane Katrina, parking may not be available in the area that you typically utilize.  As such, we ask that all be patient and flexible when it comes to parking. 

7. How will student activities/student life be impacted?
When school resumes on September 8 there may be a short-term interruption in certain student activities.  However, as the semester moves forward, we fully expect that student activities will resume as scheduled.

8. Will I still have my work-study job on campus? When will student workers get paid?
It is anticipated that work-study jobs on campus will not be impacted by recent events.   Those with work-study positions will continue to be paid according to the cycle established at the start of the fall semester.

For those who are interested in a work-study job, visit the Office of Financial Aid on north campus.  Other part-time job opportunities (off-campus) may be available—visit the Office of Career Services (Student Union, 2nd floor) for more details.

9. Can I volunteer to help in some way?
Yes, students should contact Student Government Association on the second floor of the Student Union or call at 985-549-2296.  Faculty/staff or other non-students who wish to volunteer should contact the Human Resource Office at 985-549-2001 to learn more about opportunities to volunteer.
 

Faculty/Staff Questions
Southeastern and Other Faculty

2. I am a displaced faculty member. Can Southeastern provide me (and my family) a place to stay temporarily? 
Southeastern is making every effort to assist displaced faculty with temporary living arrangements. Southeastern faculty should first contact their departments to see if temporary living space is available with a colleague. If not, they should contact 985-549-5920 or 985-549-5888. Visiting faculty members seeking assistance with housing should also call these numbers. 

Displaced students from other universities

2. I was enrolled at another Louisiana university/college and have been displaced due to the Hurricane.  I want to take classes at Southeastern.  What should I do?
You can enroll to study at Southeastern and should not owe additional fees or tuition.  Southeastern has extended its fall semester late registration/drop/add period to accommodate your needs.  In addition, Southeastern will offer an enhanced schedule of Term II classes that will begin approximately mid-October.  You can contact the Admissions Office for additional information at 985-549-5637 or at admissions@selu.edu.