Welcome to NHTI Orientation

Orientation Information

The Basics

Making Connections
Find somebody you can relate to on this campus.
Use them as a resource: advisors, faculty, staff, administrators.
Get Involved: clubs/organizations, athletics, community service, volunteering, and leadership roles.
Key Documents
NHTI catalog, Campus Comments, and The Student Handbook online.
Get your NHTI ID
It is your pass to the Wellness Center, Library and Dining Service.
Gets you into Campus sponsored events and gives discounts at cooperating area businesses.
Required to enter Residence Halls and for security, have it on your person at all times.
Contacting Faculty, Staff and Administration
www.nhti.edu, click: Contact us; all NHTI information is on the website as well.
Reception Desk in Sweeney Hall: 271- NHTI (271-6484)
Blackboard where available.
Information Technology
Computer labs in the Library, Sweeney Hall, Little Hall, Farnum Hall and in each Residence Hall.
Wireless Internet available on campus; hardwire connections in the residence halls and classrooms.
The Student Information System: access grades, financial status, schedules.
PC Applications (IT 102) Challenge Exam.
Information:
Sharing the Campus
The Christa McAuliffe Planetarium.
NH Police Standards and Training.
The Minimum Security Unit of the State Prison
Community College System of New Hampshire headquarters.
The Smoking Policy
There is no smoking in or immediately outside of any building on campus.
You may only smoke in designated areas: the gazebos and your vehicle.
You will be fined for smoking in non-designated areas.
The Alcohol and Drug Policy
Consumption of alcohol in Residence Halls is limited to students age 21 and over.
Students age 21 and over may consume alcohol responsibly at off-campus sponsored events.
NHTI takes pride in the development of effective drug and alcohol programs.
Growing Campus
New Library 2001, new equipment in the Wellness Center (Connected to Sweeney Hall), Child and Family Development Center completed in 2001, Expanded Allied Dental Health wing completed Fall 2004, Student Center completed Fall 2005.
Bistro/Snack Bar renovation completed April 2007, Little Hall Dining construction underway.

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Offices

Academic Advising
Your advisor is your department head or another person in your department designated for that purpose.
Drop-in advising is also available; see Elibet Chase in Sweeney 148.
Admissions (Located in Sweeney Hall 113) (271-7134)
Questions about acceptance, transfer credit and changing your major.
Athletics (Located in Wellness Center SC 109) (271-6426)
We have men's and women's basketball, golf, soccer, cross-country, and volleyball, along with baseball and softball.
Must be full time, have approved health form and proof of insurance on file.
Regional and National athletic conference affiliations.
Bursar (Located in Sweeney Hall 114) (271-6309)
Responsible for providing student account information, receiving payments for tuition registration fees and miscellaneous campus charges.
Collection of delinquent accounts.
Delivering refunds and financial aid proceeds.
On-line payment plans.
Community Service Programs/Campus Activities (Located in Student Center 107/108) (271-8905)
Learn about events and activities on and off campus, joining clubs or organizations.
There are also programs such as AmeriCorps, service learning, community service, volunteering.
Cross-Cultural and ESL Education Office (Located in Sweeney 301) (271-7724)
Cultural and International concerns: Kunyu Bu-Zielinski.
ESL Support Services and Coordination: Dawn Higgins.
Division of Continuing Education (Located in Sweeney Hall 106) (271-7122)
Drop-in advising.
Register for evening, weekend, online, summer, and one week courses.
Financial Aid (Located in Sweeney Hall 105) (271-7135)
Fill out a FAFSA form and check eligibility.
Federal Work Study is available for students with Financial Aid.
You can apply for financial aid at the same time you apply for admission to the College.
Human Resources (Located in Little Hall 101) (271-7731)
If you are not eligible for Federal Work Study funds, visit the Human Resources website.
Directly linked to NHTI's home website, view availabilities and complete an application.
Registrar (Located in Sweeney Hall 146) (271-7142)
Course add/drop, schedules, transcripts, degree audits, maintenance of student files.
Change of address, Student Information System access.
Residence Life (Located in Student Center 227) (271-6984)
Some computers for public use; bring your own PC; free internet.
Rooms have a microwave and refrigerator.
You are responsible for cable and telephone hook up from local providers.
Wellness Center (SC 222) (271-6427)
Intramurals and fitness programs available.
Open to all students, faculty and staff; valid NHTI ID required.

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Services

Bookstore (Located in Library) (224-8231)
Purchase your textbooks and supplies for classes.
NHTI clothing, snacks, magazines, etc. also available.
Business Office (271-6380)
Take care of STAL loans.
Pick up packages.
Campus Safety (Located in the Business Office) (271-6310) (Campus Safety emergency phone: 224-3287)
Parking permits are a must; get them from Campus Safety.
Code Blue Phones are a direct link to Campus Safety.
All incidents requiring documentation are forwarded to your department head.
The Child and Family Development Center (271-8911)
On-Campus Childcare, Open to Students, Faculty, Staff, and the Community.
Serving children ages 6 weeks to 5 years.
On a first-come, first-served basis, currently a long waiting list for ages 3 and under.
Civil Rights (Located in North Hall 108) (271-2583)
If you are unsure of a situation or feel your rights have been infringed upon, contact Eileen Fitzsimmons.
Counseling Services (Located in Student Center 105) (271-6983)
Personal problems and concerns: Gyme Hardy, Director of Student Development.
Assistance paying for books through grants, loans and the Transition Program.
Food Service (Chartwells 224-3111)
Bistro in Sweeney Hall: buy food in between classes and hang out.
Capital Commons in Little Hall: 14 and 19 meal plans available, required for residence hall students.
Commuter plans available as well as FLEX dollars.
Health Services (Located in Student Center 103) (271-7153)
Physicals, immunizations, treatment of illnesses, and injuries. Help with smoking cessation; student health insurance available.
Learning Center (Located in Library) (271-7725)
Get help with math, writing, other subjects, time management and how to study.
Disabilities Services, academic coaching, assistive technology, Reasonable Accommodation Plans.
Library (271-7186)
Center for research, studying, exhibits, and media.

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