Center for Student Accessibility Resources (CSAR) CSAR helps ensure that all academic programs and all aspects of academic programs and student experience are accessible. They provide reasonable accommodations, such as exam accommodations, note-taking assistance, alternative textbook formats, etc. They partner with faculty and staff to create a positive student experience, whether you are a first-term freshman or a doctoral candidate. Technology and Tech Use NLU Website and Portal NLU maintains a website at https://nl.edu/. Information for registering, logging on, account names, etc. should be accessed through the NLU portal at http://my.nl.edu. Helpdesk The NLU helpdesk is available 24/7 at 1-866-813-1177 to assist students with login questions. Students are able to access their grades, unofficial transcripts, account balances, tuition bills, and student schedules through the NLU portal. D2L Students can also access course home pages for all of the classes in which they are enrolled through the Desire to Learn (D2L) site at https://d2l.nl.edu/. NLU Email Every registered student at NLU has a university supplied email account that can be accessed through any internet connection. This will provide fast, direct communication between the students, the university faculty, and administration. It is NLU policy to send information to students only through the NLU email accounts, and it is the students’ responsibility to check the NLU email frequently to stay aware of university policies and deadlines . Cell Phone and Laptop Use Please mute all cell phones in district schools and in NLU classes. Laptops may be used for note taking and for in class projects at the discretion of the instructor. There may be “screen down” times requested by the instructor. Textbooks Candidates are responsible for buying and/or renting textbooks and other related course materials. Textbooks are available on-line through the Virtual Bookstore at: Starting class with the required texts is extremely crucial for optimal success. Be sure to order your books and/or materials early.
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