Navigating the LBC Student Portal: A Comprehensive Guide
Lancaster Bible College (LBC) offers a comprehensive online learning experience supported by a variety of resources accessible through the Student Portal. This guide provides an overview of these resources and how to navigate the portal effectively.
Introduction
The LBC Student Portal serves as a central hub for online students, providing access to academic resources, student support services, financial aid information, and opportunities for community engagement. Understanding how to use the portal is crucial for a successful and fulfilling educational journey at LBC.
Academic Resources
LBC is committed to providing a premier academic experience, empowering students with the knowledge, skills, and compassion to help others. This commitment is reflected in the array of academic resources available through the Student Portal.
The Charles & Gloria Jones Library
The Charles & Gloria Jones Library provides resources necessary to support the online curriculum. Students can access research guides, inter-library loan services, and research consultations. Request your LBC Student ID to access online resources and services at LBC Library.
Ally Center
The Ally Center supports LBC online students with free services, including writing help, academic mentoring, ESL support, and accessibility accommodations. The Ally Center provides writing services, academic mentoring services, ESL services and accessibility services at no charge to LBC students. Their team provides anything from time management and study strategies to webinars, tutoring, writing resources and more.
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Online Classes: Structure and Expectations
Each of LBC's 16-week semesters (fall, spring, summer) comprises two 8-week sub-terms (sub-term A and sub-term B). The course will open 10 days before the start date for viewing purposes. Use this time to review the syllabus and begin the first week’s assignments. Lectures are pre-recorded and can be watched throughout the week as your schedule allows. Discussions are online conversations where professors provide a topic or question, and students "discuss" the topic by posting their thoughts and replying to classmates’ posts. While most assignments are written papers, some courses have online quizzes/exams. There is a weekly, 30-60 minute Zoom session where students can connect with classmates and the professor, ask questions, and build community. A recording and reflection assignment is available for those unable to attend the live session. Outside of the Zoom session and assignment deadlines, work can be completed throughout the week as your schedule allows. Students should plan on 16 hours of schoolwork a week per course.
Course Registration and Drop/Add
Course registration for on-campus undergraduate students who are currently enrolled and degree-seeking occurs during a registration window for the upcoming semester. Students must meet with their academic advisor to choose classes and obtain approval for those classes before registering for classes. The registration window for each classification of students (e.g. seniors) is posted on the Student Portal and in the registration guide. On-campus undergraduate students register for their courses through the Student Portal. At the beginning of each semester, there is a short time period for students to make final adjustments to their class schedules. The Registrar’s Office posts the dates for the drop/add window on the Student Portal and in the registration guide. Students wishing to drop/add a course during this window must use the form on the Student Portal. A drop/add fee may be assessed. Students should carefully consider the dropping or adding of a course and consult with their academic advisor and the financial aid office.
Student Support Services
At LBC, staff and faculty are personally invested in the lives of each student, from enrollment through graduation and beyond. A thriving social community is at the core of their work.
Success Coaches
All online students are assigned a Success Coach who will walk alongside them from enrollment to graduation, supporting, encouraging, and guiding every step of the way.
Career Services
LBC's Career Services exists to help students and alumni live out their purpose and clarify their calling. They guide students in their journey to discover their purpose in life and prepare them academically and spiritually to serve God.
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Technology Support
If you need help troubleshooting an issue on your computer, the online learning platform (Canvas), or campus network tools, contact the LBC Help Desk using its online form. Be sure to consult LBC’s Technology Knowledge Base of frequently asked questions. A Windows machine is recommended. A Mac would be the second option. Chromebooks and tablets are not recommended as they do not allow the full function of Microsoft Office, which will impact some of your assignments.
Financial Aid and Textbook Information
Financial Aid
Financial aid includes federal grants and student loans. To qualify for Federal Student Aid (student federal loans), you must be enrolled in at least 6 credits (2 courses) in the semester you are seeking aid. Your financial aid offer letter can be viewed through “My Financial Aid” in the Student Portal.
Slingshot Choice and Textbooks
All students are automatically enrolled in Slingshot Choice, a subscription-based service that ensures required course materials are delivered before classes begin. You can choose to rent books (which you’ll return later) or purchase them new, used, or digitally-whatever fits your needs. As a new student, you will be enrolled to RENT books that will need to be returned. Please visit LBC Campus Store to view how (hard copy or digital) and when your books will be delivered prior to the start of your course. View a short video tutorial to learn how to change preferences, verify shipping address, receive tracking information and more. The cost of the books will be charged to your student account.
Microsoft Office Suite
As an LBC Online student, you are eligible for Microsoft Office Suite.
Campus Locations
CPE does not hold student transcripts, diplomas or records, but rather provides this directory of contacts for you to use as a service.
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Other Important Information
Curriculum Sheet and Projected Graduation Date
Below is a link to your Curriculum Sheet which shows what courses will need to be completed to earn your degree. Your graduation date is based on the number of credits that need to be completed and how many credits are taken each sub-term.
Technology
You will need a computer to complete your assignments.
Student Life
We want to help students flourish inside and outside the classroom. The Word encourages us to fellowship with other believers. Through Global Student Life, you can connect with other students, build community, study the Word and pray for each other through Coffee & Devotionals, prayer chains and more.
Departments
Below is a list of contacts for any questions you may have.
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