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This web site will get you started as a Case student. Please check back periodically for new information and updates. Have a great semester!
Orientation and Current InformationCase's Hurricane Katrina BlogCases's Hurricane Katrina blog can be accessed here or from Case's homepage. It has been created to facilitate the sharing of information and supplies between you and the rest of the Case community. Feel free to post comments, ask for advice, or just browse other's comments. Orientation SessionWe will be hosting a mini-orientation session for our new Tulane students on Tuesday, September 6 from 6:00-7:30pm in Wackadoos in Thwing Center. Join us for dinner and we will introduce you to academic and other support resources available to you on campus. It will also give you a chance to meet some Case students and fellow Tulane students.
Logistics of Being on CampusHealth Insurance WaiversIf you are covered by your parents' (or someone else's) medical insurance, you must complete an online health insurance waiver, or you will be charged for health insurance by the university. Click here to begin the online waiver process. Once you get to the Health Plan Waiver page, you should follow the instructions to complete the form. You do need to have OPAL Player downloaded on your computer. If you do not have OPAL on your computer and do not want to download it, you can use the computers in the Nord Computer lab in Nord 415 or outside of the Registrars' Office in Yost 110. Computers are available!We have access to some older systems and would be happy to lend you one for the semester at no charge. Please call John Molnar at at 368-6471 or email him at jem6@case.edu and he will make arrangements to get it to you and help you get on the Case network.
How do I activate my Case email account?Once you have registered for a classes an email account is automatically created! You just need to activate it. Once you register, your account should be active in 24 hours. Even if you have an alternate email account that you prefer to use, you must activate your Case account and you can have your Case account forwarded to your preferred account. You will need your Case email to access Blackboard and to receive other official email communications.
How and where do I get my Case ID card?If you did not get your ID when you first registered, you must go Access Services, located in the basement of Crawford Hall. In order to obtain a Case ID card for the first time, you must bring
Make sure to hold on to your ID as your first ID card is free, but there is a replacement fee for cards that are lost or damaged. For more information on your Case ID, where you can use it and other options, check out the CaseOneCard site. It is important that you get your ID, as you will need it to access residence halls, your meal plan, parking lots and some academic buildings.
How do I get a parking permit and where can I park?There is very limited street parking available on campus. All who choose to park on campus must purchase a hangtag parking permit and display it on the rearview mirror of their vehicle.You may purchase your permit at the Parking Office in the basement of Crawford Hall (It is the same place that you would go for your ID card). For more complete information and to see what lots are available and the cost for each lot, contact that Parking Office at 216-368-2273, email them or visit their web site.
University BookstoreOnce you register for class and activate your Case email account, you will be able to see which books you will need. You can order them from your MyCase portal, purchase them at the university bookstore, or from a place online. The University Bookstore is located in the Thwing Student Center. Required course materials are sorted by class and professor. For more information, call 368-1661. Open 8:30AM to 6:00PM, Monday through Friday, and 10AM to 4PM on Saturdays.
Academic Polices and ProceduresMyCase PortalMyCase portal is a customizable web page. You can add or remove links (also known as 'portlets') to see everything you would like in one convenient location, thus making finding information that much easier. This is where you can find your academic profile, your class schedule, mid-term and final grades, etc. To log into your MyCase account, you will need your network ID and password. You can access the MyCase Login screen from Case's home page or from the MyCase homepage. Once logged into the portal, choose the Students tab for academic information.
Undergraduate Student Handbook and Academic PoliciesThe Handbook for Undergraduate Students is intended to provide you with information about student life, campus resources, and academic policies and procedures. You are responsible for familiarizing yourself with requirements, regulations and deadlines that pertain to your academic program and activities. This includes academic integrity and attendance policies as well as University polices and procedures. The Handbook is available online. If you would like a hard copy, pleas stop by Sears 357 and request a copy.
Navigating CampusWhere can I eat on campus?There are many places open during the summer for you to grab lunch or a quick snack between classes. Listed below are a few places where you can relax and grab some food or something to drink. For a complete list of campus eateries, check here.
Campus LibrariesThere are many libraries across campus that you can access. Listed below are a few of the main libraries. A complete list of libraries on campus can be found here. Kelvin Smith LibraryThe Kelvin Smith Library, open to all Case students, is the largest of the facilities comprising the University Library, which has a combined collection strength of 1.5 million items. Along with books and other printed material, the KSL offers online resources, research databases, and a helpful, experienced staff. For more information, call 368-3506. Open 9AM to 8:30PM Monday through Thursday, and 9AM to 5:30PM on Friday and Saturday. Allen Memorial LibraryThe Allen Memorial Medical Library comprises one half of the Cleveland Health Sciences Library (along with the Health Center Library ). It holds all of the clinical journals, which may be consulted in the Cushing Reading Room, and includes the 450 seat Ford Auditorium. It contains the Dittrick Medical History Center , consisting of the Dittrick Museum of Medical History , the Archives and Rare Book collection . Astronomy LibraryThe Astronomy Library, located on the fifth floor of the Sears Building , houses the University's collections in the area of astronomy. Also accessible is a large array of astronomy-related journals and electronic resources. Open 9:30AM to 5PM, Monday through Friday. For more information, call 368-6701. Computer ResourcesThere are many computer resources available for students. In addition to the computer labs listed below, students with wireless cards in their computer are able to access the wireless network from most places on campus. You will often times see students sitting outside on the quad with their laptops checking email or doing work. PDELCThe Plain Dealer Electronic Learning Center (PDELC) is a computing facility located in 470 Sears. Attached to the Office of Educational Support Services, the PDELC contains state-of-art computer hardware and a friendly, helpful staff to answer your questions. Open 9AM to 5PM, Monday through Friday. Nord Hall Computer LabThe Nord Computer Lab is located in room 415 Nord. The lab includes 50 PC's running Windows XP, 4 Macintosh G4's running OS 10.3, laptop stations with Ethernet connections, a library of software, scanner, printers, and a copier. The lab reference desk may be reached at 368-5463. Open Monday – Thursday 9AM to 12AM, Friday 9AM to 6PM, Saturday 12PM to 6PM, and Sunday 12PM to 12AM. Campus MapTo help find your way around campus, you can check out the campus map. You can find a specific building in the drop down box at the bottom of the map to find the building for which you are looking. Or, if you click on the map in it will zoom in to a certain area and add numbers to the buildings and list the corresponding buildings on the side of the map. Ohio Football Classic-Message from Kathryn Hall, Director, Equal Opportunity & Diversity,Adelbert Hall Room 310 This weekend Cleveland will be hosting the Ohio Classic Football Weekend. Support Group for Students Affected by Hurricane KatrinaThe University Counseling Service/Collegiate Behavioral Health is offering a support group for students who have been affected by Hurricane Katrina. |
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