Navigating Holds and Streaming Options at FSW and Beyond

This article provides comprehensive information on how to resolve various holds that may prevent registration at Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW). It also explores the streaming landscape, focusing on Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN bundles, including costs, content, and access.

Understanding and Resolving FSW Registration Holds

At Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW), various holds can prevent students from registering for courses or accessing other services. Understanding these holds and how to resolve them is crucial for a smooth academic journey. Here's a breakdown of common holds and their resolution processes:

Academic Advising Holds

Admissions Advising (AD): Transfer and Readmit Students are required to meet with their assigned Academic Advisor to develop their educational plan. You cannot complete the steps to resolve this hold until all other holds have been resolved.
FTIC Advising (AO): First Time in College Students (including recent high school graduates with FSW Dual Enrollment credit) will need to attend a group advising session with their assigned Academic Advisor. You cannot complete the steps to resolve this hold until all other holds have been resolved.
Hendry Glades Advising (HG): Contact Hendry/Glades Advising to resolve this hold.

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Must See Academic Advisor (EP): EAP Student. Contact your Advisor for assistance.

Assessment and Testing Holds

Assessment (TE): Certain students will need to complete placement testing. The Assessment hold must be resolved before meeting with your Academic Advisor. Contact Testing Services.
Dual Enrollment Admission Hold (DH): A college-level reading score is required to participate in the Dual Enrollment program at FSW. You may resolve the DH hold by submitting college-level ACT/SAT reading scores or by achieving college-level reading on the placement test. If this is the last semester of your senior year, your DH hold can be lifted once Drop/Add has passed.

Financial Holds

Accounts Receivable Info (AR): Contact Cashier to resolve this hold.
At Collection Agency (CC): Contact Cashier to resolve this hold. Viewing grades Registration Enrollment Verification Outgoing Transcripts Diploma Release Degree Verification

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Bachelor Holds: Contact program coordinator for more information.
Bookstore (BK): A NSF check or credit card return has left a balance on your account with the Bookstore that needs to be resolved. Viewing grades Registration Enrollment Verification Outgoing Transcripts Diploma Release Degree Verification FSW Bookstore
Installment Plan (PP): Contact Cashier regarding this hold.
Past Due Balance (FI): Contact Cashier to resolve this hold. Viewing grades Registration Enrollment Verification Outgoing Transcripts Diploma Release Degree Verification Cashier
Past Due Non Tuition Balance (FS): Contact Cashier to resolve this hold. Viewing grades Registration Enrollment Verification Outgoing Transcripts Diploma Release Degree Verification Cashier

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Registration and Records Holds

Accelerated HS Student (AS): Need completed Accelerated High School Registration Approval form to register for courses.
CollegeTranscript (RT): Official college transcripts are required prior to registration. To receive accurate advising, your official college transcripts must be received and evaluated by FSW. Registration Diploma Release Degree Verification Enrollment Verification Office of the Registrar
Cornerstone Experience (CR): The Cornerstone Experience (SLS 1515) is a course to help you successfully transition to college life. This course is required for all freshmen (fewer than 30 earned credits) students. Students should expect to have this hold active on their record until they have successfully completed the class with a letter grade of ‘D’ or better. Students will require assistance form the Office of the Registrar to add/drop/withdraw from courses until the course is complete.
District Registrar (RR): Contact the Office of the Registrar to resolve this hold. Viewing grades Registration Enrollment Verification Outgoing Transcripts Diploma Release Degree Verification Office of the Registrar
GED Scores (GE): Submit your GED Scores to the Office of Admissions to resolve this hold.
High SchoolTranscript (RH): An official, final high school transcript stating your date of graduation must be submitted to the Office of Admissions to resolve this hold. Registration Enrollment Verification Diploma Release Degree Verification Office of Admissions
International Student Advisor (IA): Review the description of this hold in your FSW Student Portal and submit requested information or documents to your Academic Advisor.
Orientation (OR): All First-Time in College students must complete the Online Orientation Canvas course. First-Time in College includes incoming freshmen and any graduating high school senior with previous dual enrollment credit from FSW. Students must complete all 3 modules, quizzes and the Enrollment Satisfaction Survey. Upon completion of Online Orientation, a student’s Orientation hold will be released.
Records or Registration (RC or RG): Contact the Office of the Registrar to resolve this hold.
Residency Documentation (RS): This is a reminder to submit residency paperwork if you believe you qualify for discounted tuition as a Florida resident for tuition purposes. It will not prevent class registration. If you submit the correct documentation and qualify, the hold will be removed.
Registration Admissions (RA): Review the description of this hold in your FSW Student Portal and submit requested information or documents.

Other Holds

VP Student Services (VP): Contact the Dean of Students Office to resolve this hold. Phone: (239) 489-9253

Exploring Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN Streaming Bundles

Beyond academics, entertainment plays a significant role in student life. Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN offer various streaming bundles to cater to diverse interests and budgets.

Disney+ as a Standalone Service

Disney+ is a streaming service offering movies, series, and originals from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic, Hulu, ESPN Select and more.

Pricing:

Disney+ (With Ads): \$11.99/month
Disney+ Premium (No Ads*): \$18.99/month or \$189.99/year (Save over 16% with the annual plan)

*Ads will be served in select live and linear content.

Content:

New releases and timeless classics
Exclusive new Original Movies and Series
A limited selection of hit Hulu series and movies in the Hulu hub on Disney+.
Select live sports, studio shows, and more from ESPN Select in the all-new ESPN hub in Disney+.
Exciting specials and limited-time streaming events
Nostalgic throwbacks and past seasons of your favorite shows
The entire Skywalker Saga and much of the Marvel Cinematic Universe
Beloved and experimental shorts
Documentaries, unscripted series, and so much more

Access:

The Disney+ app is available on mobile devices, web browsers, game consoles, set-top boxes, and smart TVs.

Bundle Plans: Combining Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN

Bundle plans offer subscriptions to either Disney+ and Hulu, or Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN Unlimited, at discounted prices. These are available to customers in the United States.

Bundle Options and Pricing:

Disney+, Hulu Bundle: \$12.99/month (Disney+ (With Ads) and Hulu (With Ads))
Disney+, Hulu Bundle Premium: \$19.99/month (Disney+ (No Ads) and Hulu (No Ads))
Disney+, Hulu, ESPN Unlimited Bundle: \$35.99/month (Disney+ (With Ads), Hulu (With Ads), and ESPN Unlimited (With Ads))
Disney+, Hulu, ESPN Unlimited Bundle Premium: \$44.99/month (Disney+ (No Ads), Hulu (No Ads), and ESPN Unlimited (With Ads))

*Ads will be served in select live and linear content.

Additional Plan Offerings

Hulu + Live TV Plans:
- Hulu + Live TV, Disney+ and ESPN Select for \$89.99/month
- Hulu Premium + Live TV, Disney+ Premium and ESPN Select for \$99.99/month
These plans include 95+ live TV channels and on-demand content, along with access to Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN Select streaming libraries.
Disney+, Hulu, HBO Max Bundle:
- Disney+, Hulu, HBO Max Bundle (With Ads) for \$19.99/month
- Disney+, Hulu, HBO Max Bundle (No Ads) for \$32.99/month
This bundle provides access to content from Disney+, Hulu, and HBO Max.
*Ads will be served in select live and linear content

ESPN Unlimited vs. ESPN Select

ESPN Unlimited: A direct-to-consumer streaming service that allows you to stream all ESPN networks and services, including ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU, SEC Network, ACC Network, ESPNEWS, and ESPN Deportes - in addition to ESPN on ABC, ESPN+, SEC Network+, and ACC Network Extra. With ESPN Unlimited you can stream over 47,000 live events from the best leagues and tournaments in the world, making it your home for the most and best live sports.
ESPN Select: ESPN Select plan subscribers have access to ESPN+, with top-tier soccer, PGA TOUR, NHL, college sports, and a selection of other ESPN programming.

Accessing Hulu Content on Disney+

Disney+ subscribers in the United States can stream a limited selection of Hulu titles via the Hulu hub on the Disney+ homepage. Certain Hulu titles are available only via the Hulu app.

Streams on Disney+

Streams is a feature that curates content from within the Disney+ app or provides access to live linear streams, such as ABC News, to give you a continuous streaming experience. This feature is available for all Disney+ and bundle subscribers.

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