Staying in Touch: 2022-2023

We have made it to the end of another instructional year at State Tech. I want to thank each of you for the hard work you have shown through your attendance and classwork. You truly embody our Mission of preparing for profitable employment and a life of learning.

From your efforts in the classroom and lab spaces on campus, to your engagement in student activities, and your willingness to support our local community, we applaud your efforts. Thank you for making this year enjoyable for our faculty and staff.

To those who are graduating, please know that you will always be a part of our State Tech family. We have lifetime Career Services to assist you down the road, as you need us. We hope you stay in touch and keep us informed of how you are doing in your chosen career. We are very proud to say that you live our tag line, “from the classroom to your career, we are the employers’ choice…we are State Tech!”

To those returning to State Tech next year, I cannot express how much our faculty and staff look forward to students returning to campus at PowerUp in August. You definitely bring positive energy to campus in the classrooms, lab spaces, and our events and activities.

Our team is working hard to prepare a Fall semester that will ensure a positive student experience, both inside and outside the classroom. If you have suggestions or ideas to improve the student experience next Fall, please do not hesitate to shoot me an email or give me a call. Thanks again for an amazing 2022-2023 and we look forward to working with you again during the 2023-2024 instructional year. Have a great summer!

Below, we want to provide some Tips & Tricks to provide some helpful end of the semester information about what to expect and how to prepare for the next semester. Thanks again and have a great summer!

Final grades

Spring 2023 grades are due to the Registrar’s Office by Monday, May 15 at 3:00.  Once received by the Registrar, they will be posted to myTech at that time. You may log into myTech to view their final grades.

Reminders for spring graduates

• Spring 2023 grades are due to the Registrar’s Office by Monday, May 15 at 3:00.  Once received by the Registrar, they will be posted to myTech at that time. You may log into myTech to view their final grades.
• Please update your mailing address in myTech by June 1 to ensure your diploma is mailed to the correct address.
• Graduation eligibility reviews will begin once final grades have been received.
• Students who applied for graduation will be notified if they meet graduation requirements by your student email. If you did not meet all requirements, you will receive additional information by mail to your address that we have on file with the college.
• You will NOT receive a diploma at the ceremony on Saturday.  Diplomas are typically mailed by the end of June. Diplomas are mailed once the Registrar’s Office is able to confirm students have met all graduation requirements.
• Students who need to show proof of graduation to an employer can obtain their unofficial transcript in myTech showing conferred degree information.

RETURNING STUDENTS: Have You Completed the 2023-2024 FAFSA?

Did you know students complete the FAFSA each year? If you are A+ eligible, this is a state of Missouri requirement. If you have not completed it for the 2023-2024 academic year (Fall 2023, Spring 2024), you can complete it at www.fafsa.gov and use State Tech’s school code: 004711.

GRADUATES: DID YOU BORROW A STUDENT LOAN?

GRADUATES: If you borrowed a student loan during your educational career at State Tech you are required to complete Direct Loan Exit Counseling. Please complete the counseling online at https://studentaid.gov/exit-counseling/. This is a GRADUATION REQUIREMENT! If you are unsure if you borrowed a student loan please contact the Financial Aid Office at financialaid@statetechmo.edu.

Commencement is Saturday, May 13, 2023.

Please check our commencement webpage for updated information at https://statetechmo.edu/commencement/. Caps & Gowns are delivered to Department Chairs for your programs. If you have not picked them up, please connect with your Department Chair.

Ceremony times are:

9:00 a.m.

• Automotive Collision Technology
• Automation & Robotics Technology
• Automotive Technology
• Aviation Maintenance
• Electronics Engineering Technology
• General Technology/MFA
• Heavy Equipment Technology
• Medium/Heavy Truck Technology
• Powersports Technology
• Precision Machining Technology
• Welding Technology

12:00 p.m.

• Commercial Turf & Grounds Management
• Civil Construction Technology
• Civil Engineering Technology
• Drafting and Design Engineering Technology
• Electrical Distribution Systems
• Electrical Technology
• Electric Power Generation Technology
• Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning Technology
• Nuclear Technology
• Utility Systems Technician

3:00 p.m.

• Business Administration
• Computer Application Development
• Dental Assisting Technology
• Heavy Equipment Operations

• Medical Radiologic Technology
• Networking Systems Technology
• Nursing (Associate Degree in Nursing)
• Physical Therapist Assistant
• Practical Nursing Technology

Commencement FAQ’s

Please click on the Commencement link to learn more information about Saturday’s ceremonies.

ACTION ITEM: Student Experience Survey

Our faculty, staff, and administrators care deeply about the experience students have at State Tech. Please click here to give us feedback on your experience at State Tech. Thanks and have a great weekend!

Career Services

The Career Services staff and college faculty have developed and maintain key relationships with many businesses, industries and governmental agencies. This ensures our graduates have access to important and lucrative career opportunities. If you would like assistance from Career Services at State Tech, please contact us at careerservices@statetechmo.edu

Clubhouse Update

We can’t wait to have you all back in the Fall! Please have a safe and enjoyable summer. Check out the progress on the Clubhouse. We will certainly have some student events the first few weeks of the Fall to welcome you back to campus.

Click HERE to see the progress video.

Have a Safe & Enjoyable Summer – Reach Out if You Need Anything

We hope you all have a safe and enjoyable summer! If you need anything, please do not hesitate to reach out. Our Student Affairs team will be on campus all summer long. If you have questions, do not hesitate to shoot me an e-mail. It is normal for students to have many questions. If you have questions or concerns that you would like addressed, please do not hesitate to write me an e-mail (chris.bowser@statetechmo.edu), give me a call (573) 897-5201 (leave a message if I’m not able to answer), or stop by my office in Nilges Technology Center, Room 109. Have a great summer! Be on the lookout for updates on your student email once we have more information about events coming to campus next Fall.

Welcome to Finals Week! We have started Finals today and they will go through this Thursday. Please see the Finals Week Schedule below. Our team is on campus this week and ready to help if you have questions. Do not hesitate to reach out if you need anything during Finals Week. We will send a wrap up Staying in Touch this Friday to keep you posted on when grades will be available and when other events will take place this summer (degrees mailed, Dean’s List released, etc.).

ACTION ITEM:  Evaluate Your Instructors – Help State Tech Continue to Improve

Do you have suggestions for your instructors? Would you like to compliment them for the job they do for you in the classroom? Your thoughts help us continue to improve our programs. Your feedback is anonymous, so you can be honest. We want to have at least 05% participation and today we are at 16% participation. Please help us get to 90% and give us your thoughts along the way. See blow what you should look for in your email inbox. Thank you!

Please be on the lookout for an e-mail from Aaron Kliethermes with the subject “State Tech Student Evaluation of Instruction (SEI)”. Aaron sent these communications on April 24^th. The survey is designed to give you the opportunity to share your thoughts about the classroom experience with all of your instructors. The college wants your honest feedback. This is designed for you to be able to share your personal thoughts – anonymously – about how the class was taught.

There is a link to the evaluation in your student email account today. Please see below what the header of the email looks like.

Final exams THIS WEEK May 8-11

General Education finals* will be held today, Monday, May 8, and Wednesday, May 10, according to the chart below. Generally, technical finals will be held on Tuesday, May 9, and Thursday, May 11. Final times for technical classes will be announced by the instructor and posted on Canvas.

*This includes including CPP 101, NST 101, ASC 104, ASC 106, ASC 110, and WLT 128.

Students, please check with your instructor(s) if you have questions about this semester’s finals schedule.

ARC Hours during Finals Week

With finals coming up in a few weeks, make sure to take time to study, do homework, go to class, but also enjoy life.

The flowers are blooming and days are getting warmer with more sunlight.

Remember to take a moment to get out in the sunshine and away from the books and computer screens. Studies have shown that people who are exposed to more natural light tend to feel more engaged, are more likely to work, and are generally happier.🌼🌞

When you are ready to prepare for Finals, here is the schedule for tutor availability in the ARC.

Testing…Testing 1…2…3…

If you have yet to take your CBASE or CIVICS  exams, this is a graduation requirement and needs to be completed by FRIDAY. Both the CBASE and CIVICS exams are pre-loaded in CANVAS. Please log in and complete. If you do not have a computer at home, you can use one of the computers in the Library. If you have any questions, please see the contact information for the Testing Center below. Thanks!

Testing 1…2…3… if you have make-up exams to schedule or take, do NOT wait!  March through May the Testing Center has several dates they’re closed or open late due to program certification testing!  If you are absent for any of your class certification tests, you will need to reschedule and make up right away!  If you have any issues scheduling an exam contact us so we can help you take care of it.  May Grads, be sure you have reviewed your advising worksheets and have all of your certification exams and exit testing completed or in process to complete before May 13^th!

Commencement is Saturday, May 13, 2023.

Please check our commencement webpage for updated information at https://statetechmo.edu/commencement/. Caps & Gowns are delivered to Department Chairs for your programs. If you have not picked them up, please connect with your Department Chair.

Ceremony times are:

9:00 a.m.

• Automotive Collision Technology
• Automation & Robotics Technology
• Automotive Technology
• Aviation Maintenance
• Electronics Engineering Technology
• General Technology/MFA
• Heavy Equipment Technology
• Medium/Heavy Truck Technology
• Powersports Technology
• Precision Machining Technology
• Welding Technology

12:00 p.m.

• Commercial Turf & Grounds Management
• Civil Construction Technology
• Civil Engineering Technology
• Drafting and Design Engineering Technology
• Electrical Distribution Systems
• Electrical Technology
• Electric Power Generation Technology
• Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning Technology
• Nuclear Technology
• Utility Systems Technician

3:00 p.m.

• Business Administration
• Computer Application Development
• Dental Assisting Technology
• Heavy Equipment Operations

• Medical Radiologic Technology
• Networking Systems Technology
• Nursing (Associate Degree in Nursing)
• Physical Therapist Assistant
• Practical Nursing Technology

Commencement FAQ’s

Here are some FAQ’s we have received this week about Commencement. Enjoy!

ACTION ITEM: Student Experience Survey

Our faculty, staff, and administrators care deeply about the experience students have at State Tech. Please click here to give us feedback on your experience at State Tech. Thanks and have a great weekend!

Book Buy Back

The State Tech Bookstore will host two days of Book Buy Back on May 10^th and May 11^th from 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM.

Missouri Department of Higher Education & Workforce Development Survey

The Missouri Department of Higher Education & Workforce Development is asking for your feedback. They have simple questions about how you might be spending your summer, favorite places to eat, clubs you participate in during the year, and other information about being a college student. Please click here to take the quick survey. Thanks so much for taking the time.

Open Door Policy

If you have questions, please let us know. We know how busy the week can get, but do not hesitate to shoot me an e-mail. It is normal for students to have many questions. If you have questions or concerns that you would like addressed, please do not hesitate to write me an e-mail (chris.bowser@statetechmo.edu), give me a call (573) 897-5201 (leave a message if I’m not able to answer), or stop by my office in Nilges Technology Center, Room 109.

We hope everyone had a great week! Today is the last day of classes for the Spring 2023 semester. Finals Week begins on Monday morning. Please review the Finals Week schedule below. I want to thank you on behalf of the entire Student Affairs team for choosing State Tech, working hard in the classroom, attending activities & events outside the classroom, and making our year awesome. Thank you! We will see you next week for Finals! Please remember our offices remain open during Finals Week if you have any questions. Thanks and have a great weekend.

ACTION ITEM:  Evaluate Your Instructors – Help State Tech Continue to Improve

Do you have suggestions for your instructors? Would you like to compliment them for the job they do for you in the classroom? Your thoughts help us continue to improve our programs. Your feedback is anonymous, so you can be honest. We want to have at least 05% participation and today we are at 16% participation. Please help us get to 90% and give us your thoughts along the way. See blow what you should look for in your email inbox. Thank you!

Please be on the lookout for an e-mail from Aaron Kliethermes with the subject “State Tech Student Evaluation of Instruction (SEI)”. Aaron sent these communications on Monday. The survey is designed to give you the opportunity to share your thoughts about the classroom experience with all of your instructors. The college wants your honest feedback. This is designed for you to be able to share your personal thoughts – anonymously – about how the class was taught.

There is a link to the evaluation in your student email account today. Please see below what the header of the email looks like.

Final exams NEXT WEEK May 8-11

General Education finals* will be held on Monday, May 8, and Wednesday, May 10, according to the chart below. Generally, technical finals will be held on Tuesday, May 9, and Thursday, May 11. Final times for technical classes will be announced by the instructor and posted on Canvas.

*This includes including CPP 101, NST 101, ASC 104, ASC 106, ASC 110, and WLT 128.

Students, please check with your instructor(s) if you have questions about this semester’s finals schedule.

ARC Hours during Finals Week

With finals coming up in a few weeks, make sure to take time to study, do homework, go to class, but also enjoy life.

The flowers are blooming and days are getting warmer with more sunlight.

Remember to take a moment to get out in the sunshine and away from the books and computer screens. Studies have shown that people who are exposed to more natural light tend to feel more engaged, are more likely to work, and are generally happier.🌼🌞

When you are ready to prepare for Finals, here is the schedule for tutor availability in the ARC.

Testing…Testing 1…2…3…

Testing 1…2…3… if you have make-up exams to schedule or take, do NOT wait!  March through May the Testing Center has several dates they’re closed or open late due to program certification testing!  If you are absent for any of your class certification tests, you will need to reschedule and make up right away!  If you have any issues scheduling an exam contact us so we can help you take care of it.  May Grads, be sure you have reviewed your advising worksheets and have all of your certification exams and exit testing completed or in process to complete before May 13^th!

Commencement is Saturday, May 13, 2023.

Please check our commencement webpage for updated information at https://statetechmo.edu/commencement/. Caps & Gowns are delivered to Department Chairs for your programs. If you have not picked them up, please connect with your Department Chair.

Ceremony times are:

9:00 a.m.

• Automotive Collision Technology
• Automation & Robotics Technology
• Automotive Technology
• Aviation Maintenance
• Electronics Engineering Technology
• General Technology/MFA
• Heavy Equipment Technology
• Medium/Heavy Truck Technology
• Powersports Technology
• Precision Machining Technology
• Welding Technology

12:00 p.m.

• Commercial Turf & Grounds Management
• Civil Construction Technology
• Civil Engineering Technology
• Drafting and Design Engineering Technology
• Electrical Distribution Systems
• Electrical Technology
• Electric Power Generation Technology
• Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning Technology
• Nuclear Technology
• Utility Systems Technician

3:00 p.m.

• Business Administration
• Computer Application Development
• Dental Assisting Technology
• Heavy Equipment Operations

• Medical Radiologic Technology
• Networking Systems Technology
• Nursing (Associate Degree in Nursing)
• Physical Therapist Assistant
• Practical Nursing Technology

Commencement FAQ’s

Here are some FAQ’s we have received this week about Commencement. Enjoy!

ACTION ITEM: Student Experience Survey

Our faculty, staff, and administrators care deeply about the experience students have at State Tech. Please click here to give us feedback on your experience at State Tech. Thanks and have a great weekend!

Book Buy Back

The State Tech Bookstore will host two days of Book Buy Back on May 10^th and May 11^th from 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM.

Missouri Department of Higher Education & Workforce Development Survey

The Missouri Department of Higher Education & Workforce Development is asking for your feedback. They have simple questions about how you might be spending your summer, favorite places to eat, clubs you participate in during the year, and other information about being a college student. Please click here to take the quick survey. Thanks so much for taking the time.

Open Door Policy

If you have questions, please let us know. We know how busy the week can get, but do not hesitate to shoot me an e-mail. It is normal for students to have many questions. If you have questions or concerns that you would like addressed, please do not hesitate to write me an e-mail (chris.bowser@statetechmo.edu), give me a call (573) 897-5201 (leave a message if I’m not able to answer), or stop by my office in Nilges Technology Center, Room 109.

We hope everyone had a great weekend. Before we start with great information about the next two weeks, we must acknowledge the change in the calendar from April to May. Welcome to May everyone! Be on the lookout later in the week for information about Star Wars Day…May the 4^th Be With You! Friday is Cinco de Mayo…it’s a busy week.

Last Week of Classes – Finals Week May 8-11^th

It feels like just yesterday we started the Spring semester in January. We are finally here. This is the last week of classes. Next week (May 8-11) is Finals Week. We hope you are all still planning on attending all classes and turning in all assignments/projects this week. Below, we will post Finals Week schedule and ARC tutoring schedule information. If you are having concerns about the end of the semester, please connect with your instructor, counselors, ARC staff, or me. Have a great last week of classes! We hope to see you at some of our events this week as well!

Recreation Center Construction Update

The building is coming along nicely. When students return to campus this Fall, we will have a completed pool and movie theater. Here are two pictures of the progress. We can’t wait to hold some student activities out at the Golf Center.

Bookstore Sale

Do you need some new State Tech gear? Before you graduate or leave for the Summer, take advantage of the Bookstore Sale! 20% of all apparel! May 1^st-5^th!

Raffle in Memory of Mr. Paul Fleming

In memory of Mr. Paul Fleming, State Tech Automotive Instructor, we would like to raise money for Paul Fleming sons’ educational fund. Anyone is welcome to purchase tickets. Please reach out to hr@statetechmo.edu if you would like to purchase tickets for the opportunity to support the Fleming family. .

To find out more about Lucas Oil Speedway and the race (13th Annual ASCS/WAR Jesse Hockett/Daniel McMillin Memorial) you can visit Lucas Oil Speedway schedule (https://www.lucasoilspeedway.com/schedules/).

End of the Year BBQ & Silent Auction

Wednesday, May 3, 2023 from 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM on the OCCC Patio, join us for FREE lunch! You will also be able to use your tokens to purchase great prizes! Cam also has a mechanical bull coming for your entertainment purposes. Stop by for lunch and in between classes to get your lunch, have some fun, and buy prizes with your tokens! This is your prize for attending student events all year long. Thank you for participating all year!

ACTION ITEM:  Evaluate Your Instructors – Help State Tech Continue to Improve

Do you have suggestions for your instructors? Would you like to compliment them for the job they do for you in the classroom? Your thoughts help us continue to improve our programs. Your feedback is anonymous, so you can be honest. We want to have at least 05% participation and today we are at 16% participation. Please help us get to 90% and give us your thoughts along the way. See blow what you should look for in your email inbox. Thank you!

Please be on the lookout for an e-mail from Aaron Kliethermes with the subject “State Tech Student Evaluation of Instruction (SEI)”. Aaron sent these communications on Monday. The survey is designed to give you the opportunity to share your thoughts about the classroom experience with all of your instructors. The college wants your honest feedback. This is designed for you to be able to share your personal thoughts – anonymously – about how the class was taught.

There is a link to the evaluation in your student email account today. Please see below what the header of the email looks like.

Final exams NEXT WEEK May 8-11

General Education finals* will be held on Monday, May 8, and Wednesday, May 10, according to the chart below. Generally, technical finals will be held on Tuesday, May 9, and Thursday, May 11. Final times for technical classes will be announced by the instructor and posted on Canvas.

*This includes including CPP 101, NST 101, ASC 104, ASC 106, ASC 110, and WLT 128.

Students, please check with your instructor(s) if you have questions about this semester’s finals schedule.

ARC Hours during Finals Week

With finals coming up in a few weeks, make sure to take time to study, do homework, go to class, but also enjoy life.

The flowers are blooming and days are getting warmer with more sunlight.

Remember to take a moment to get out in the sunshine and away from the books and computer screens. Studies have shown that people who are exposed to more natural light tend to feel more engaged, are more likely to work, and are generally happier.🌼🌞

When you are ready to prepare for Finals, here is the schedule for tutor availability in the ARC.

Testing…Testing 1…2…3…

Testing 1…2…3… if you have make-up exams to schedule or take, do NOT wait!  March through May the Testing Center has several dates they’re closed or open late due to program certification testing!  If you are absent for any of your class certification tests, you will need to reschedule and make up right away!  If you have any issues scheduling an exam contact us so we can help you take care of it.  May Grads, be sure you have reviewed your advising worksheets and have all of your certification exams and exit testing completed or in process to complete before May 13^th!

Commencement is Saturday, May 13, 2023.

Please check our commencement webpage for updated information at https://statetechmo.edu/commencement/. Caps & Gowns are delivered to Department Chairs for your programs. If you have not picked them up, please connect with your Department Chair.

Ceremony times are:

9:00 a.m.

• Automotive Collision Technology
• Automation & Robotics Technology
• Automotive Technology
• Aviation Maintenance
• Electronics Engineering Technology
• General Technology/MFA
• Heavy Equipment Technology
• Medium/Heavy Truck Technology
• Powersports Technology
• Precision Machining Technology
• Welding Technology

12:00 p.m.

• Commercial Turf & Grounds Management
• Civil Construction Technology
• Civil Engineering Technology
• Drafting and Design Engineering Technology
• Electrical Distribution Systems
• Electrical Technology
• Electric Power Generation Technology
• Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning Technology
• Nuclear Technology
• Utility Systems Technician

3:00 p.m.

• Business Administration
• Computer Application Development
• Dental Assisting Technology
• Heavy Equipment Operations

• Medical Radiologic Technology
• Networking Systems Technology
• Nursing (Associate Degree in Nursing)
• Physical Therapist Assistant
• Practical Nursing Technology

ACTION ITEM: Student Experience Survey

Our faculty, staff, and administrators care deeply about the experience students have at State Tech. Please click here to give us feedback on your experience at State Tech. Thanks and have a great weekend!

Book Buy Back

The State Tech Bookstore will host two days of Book Buy Back on May 10^th and May 11^th from 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM.

Campus Events

After classes next week, here are two events you can attend on campus to have a little fun and blow off some steam at the same time. We hope to see you there!

Capture the Flag – Tuesday, May 2, 2023 (Rules and Team Assignments Will Come Out Next Week)

For more information, reach out to Cameron Carter at cameron.carter@statetechmo.edu.

Water Balloon Fight – Wednesday May 3, 2023 @ 4:30 PM (Hosted by SGA and No Mo Meth)

After classes on Wednesday, stop by the field behind the Health Sciences Building and take part in our Water Balloon Fight! We will provide the balloons, if you have a water gun and want to bring it, you certainly can. For more information, reach out to Cameron Carter at cameron.carter@statetechmo.edu.

Thursday = Star Wars Day

Friday = Cinco de Mayo

Cinco de Mayo is not Mexican Independence Day, a popular misconception. Instead, it commemorates a single battle. Cinco de Mayo, or the fifth of May, is a holiday that celebrates the date of the Mexican army’s May 5, 1862 victory over France at the Battle of Puebla during the Franco-Mexican War. The day, which falls on Friday, May 5 in 2023, is also known as Battle of Puebla Day. While it is a relatively minor holiday in Mexico, in the United States, Cinco de Mayo has evolved into a commemoration of Mexican culture and heritage, particularly in areas with large Mexican-American populations. To learn more about the history of Cinco de Mayo, please visit the History Channel link on the holiday.

Open Door Policy

If you have questions, please let us know. We know how busy the week can get, but do not hesitate to shoot me an e-mail. It is normal for students to have many questions. If you have questions or concerns that you would like addressed, please do not hesitate to write me an e-mail (chris.bowser@statetechmo.edu), give me a call (573) 897-5201 (leave a message if I’m not able to answer), or stop by my office in Nilges Technology Center, Room 109.

Welcome to Friday! After today, we will have one week of classes before Finals Week! Please continue to attend all classes next week. Turn in all assignments to maximize your chance to improve your grades in all classes. Then, begin to prepare for Finals Week. Study for finals, get into the ARC and ask for help preparing to do well on exams. We want you to finish strong. Enjoy the weekend and then come back focused on closing the semester the right way…attending classes and putting in the work.

Next Week: Campus Events

After classes next week, here are two events you can attend on campus to have a little fun and blow off some steam at the same time. We hope to see you there!

Capture the Flag – Tuesday, May 2, 2023 (Rules and Team Assignments Will Come Out Next Week)

For more information, reach out to Cameron Carter at cameron.carter@statetechmo.edu.

Water Balloon Fight – Wednesday May 3, 2023 @ 4:30 PM (Hosted by SGA and No Mo Meth)

ACTION ITEM:  Evaluate Your Instructors – Help State Tech Continue to Improve

Do you have suggestions for your instructors? Would you like to compliment them for the job they do for you in the classroom? Your thoughts help us continue to improve our programs. Your feedback is anonymous, so you can be honest. We want to have at least 05% participation and today we are at 16% participation. Please help us get to 90% and give us your thoughts along the way. See blow what you should look for in your email inbox. Thank you!

Please be on the lookout for an e-mail from Aaron Kliethermes with the subject “State Tech Student Evaluation of Instruction (SEI)”. Aaron sent these communications on Monday. The survey is designed to give you the opportunity to share your thoughts about the classroom experience with all of your instructors. The college wants your honest feedback. This is designed for you to be able to share your personal thoughts – anonymously – about how the class was taught.

There is a link to the evaluation in your student email account today. Please see below what the header of the email looks like.

Final exams will be held during the week of May 8-11

General Education finals* will be held on Monday, May 8, and Wednesday, May 10, according to the chart below. Generally, technical finals will be held on Tuesday, May 9, and Thursday, May 11. Final times for technical classes will be announced by the instructor and posted on Canvas.

*This includes including CPP 101, NST 101, ASC 104, ASC 106, ASC 110, and WLT 128.

Students, please check with your instructor(s) if you have questions about this semester’s finals schedule.

ARC Hours during Finals Week

With finals coming up in a few weeks, make sure to take time to study, do homework, go to class, but also enjoy life.

The flowers are blooming and days are getting warmer with more sunlight.

Remember to take a moment to get out in the sunshine and away from the books and computer screens. Studies have shown that people who are exposed to more natural light tend to feel more engaged, are more likely to work, and are generally happier.🌼🌞

When you are ready to prepare for Finals, here is the schedule for tutor availability in the ARC.

Testing…Testing 1…2…3…

Testing 1…2…3… if you have make-up exams to schedule or take, do NOT wait!  March through May the Testing Center has several dates they’re closed or open late due to program certification testing!  If you are absent for any of your class certification tests, you will need to reschedule and make up right away!  If you have any issues scheduling an exam contact us so we can help you take care of it.  May Grads, be sure you have reviewed your advising worksheets and have all of your certification exams and exit testing completed or in process to complete before May 13^th!

Commencement is Saturday, May 13, 2023.

Please check our commencement webpage for updated information at https://statetechmo.edu/commencement/. Caps & Gowns have been delivered to Department Chairs for your programs. If you have not picked them up, please connect with your Department Chair.

Ceremony times are:

9:00 a.m.

• Automotive Collision Technology
• Automation & Robotics Technology
• Automotive Technology
• Aviation Maintenance
• Electronics Engineering Technology
• General Technology/MFA
• Heavy Equipment Technology
• Medium/Heavy Truck Technology
• Powersports Technology
• Precision Machining Technology
• Welding Technology

12:00 p.m.

• Commercial Turf & Grounds Management
• Civil Construction Technology
• Civil Engineering Technology
• Drafting and Design Engineering Technology
• Electrical Distribution Systems
• Electrical Technology
• Electric Power Generation Technology
• Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning Technology
• Nuclear Technology
• Utility Systems Technician

3:00 p.m.

• Business Administration
• Computer Application Development
• Dental Assisting Technology
• Heavy Equipment Operations

• Medical Radiologic Technology
• Networking Systems Technology
• Nursing (Associate Degree in Nursing)
• Physical Therapist Assistant
• Practical Nursing Technology

Student Experience Survey

Our faculty, staff, and administrators care deeply about the experience students have at State Tech. Please click here to give us feedback on your experience at State Tech. Thanks and have a great weekend!

Book Buy Back

The State Tech Bookstore will host two days of Book Buy Back on May 10^th and May 11^th from 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM.

Open Door Policy

If you have questions, please let us know. We know how busy the week can get, but do not hesitate to shoot me an e-mail. It is normal for students to have many questions. If you have questions or concerns that you would like addressed, please do not hesitate to write me an e-mail (chris.bowser@statetechmo.edu), give me a call (573) 897-5201 (leave a message if I’m not able to answer), or stop by my office in Nilges Technology Center, Room 109.

Welcome back! We hope you had a great weekend. Today, you are starting the last two weeks of classes before Finals Week! Please come to us with any questions or concerns. The ARC and Library are open to assist with end of the semester study needs – please see their schedule below. We also have some events to attend this week outside of the classroom. We will have a token update on Friday so everyone knows where they stand going into the End of the Year BBQ and Silent Auction coming up. Have a great week and finish strong!

Evaluate Your Instructors

Please be on the lookout for an e-mail from Aaron Kliethermes with the subject “State Tech Student Evaluation of Instruction (SEI)”. It was sent earlier this morning. The survey is designed to give you the opportunity to share your thoughts about the classroom experience with all of your instructors. The college wants your honest feedback. This is designed for you to be able to share your personal thoughts – anonymously – about how the class was taught.

There is a link to the evaluation in your student email account today. Please see below what the header of the email looks like.

Be the Match – Bone Marrow Registry Event Today!

Please come and join us today from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM in the Activity Center as we search for Bone Marrow Matches. You could be the cure for a patient in need.

Final exams will be held during the week of May 8-11

General Education finals* will be held on Monday, May 8, and Wednesday, May 10, according to the chart below. Generally, technical finals will be held on Tuesday, May 9, and Thursday, May 11. Final times for technical classes will be announced by the instructor and posted on Canvas.

*This includes including CPP 101, NST 101, ASC 104, ASC 106, ASC 110, and WLT 128.

Students, please check with your instructor(s) if you have questions about this semester’s finals schedule.

ARC Hours during Finals Week

With finals coming up in a few weeks, make sure to take time to study, do homework, go to class, but also enjoy life.

The flowers are blooming and days are getting warmer with more sunlight.

Remember to take a moment to get out in the sunshine and away from the books and computer screens. Studies have shown that people who are exposed to more natural light tend to feel more engaged, are more likely to work, and are generally happier.🌼🌞

When you are ready to prepare for Finals, here is the schedule for tutor availability in the ARC.

Testing…Testing 1…2…3…

Testing 1…2…3… if you have make-up exams to schedule or take, do NOT wait!  March through May the Testing Center has several dates they’re closed or open late due to program certification testing!  If you are absent for any of your class certification tests, you will need to reschedule and make up right away!  If you have any issues scheduling an exam contact us so we can help you take care of it.  May Grads, be sure you have reviewed your advising worksheets and have all of your certification exams and exit testing completed or in process to complete before May 13^th!

Commencement is Saturday, May 13, 2023.  Please check our commencement webpage for updated information at https://statetechmo.edu/commencement/. Caps & Gowns have been delivered to Department Chairs for your programs. If you have not picked them up, please connect with your Department Chair.

Ceremony times are:

9:00 a.m.

• Automotive Collision Technology
• Automation & Robotics Technology
• Automotive Technology
• Aviation Maintenance
• Electronics Engineering Technology
• General Technology/MFA
• Heavy Equipment Technology
• Medium/Heavy Truck Technology
• Powersports Technology
• Precision Machining Technology
• Welding Technology

12:00 p.m.

• Commercial Turf & Grounds Management
• Civil Construction Technology
• Civil Engineering Technology
• Drafting and Design Engineering Technology
• Electrical Distribution Systems
• Electrical Technology
• Electric Power Generation Technology
• Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning Technology
• Nuclear Technology
• Utility Systems Technician

3:00 p.m.

• Business Administration
• Computer Application Development
• Dental Assisting Technology
• Heavy Equipment Operations

• Medical Radiologic Technology
• Networking Systems Technology
• Nursing (Associate Degree in Nursing)
• Physical Therapist Assistant
• Practical Nursing Technology

State Tech Entertainment Center Progress

Click here to watch the video. Check out the progress on the 50-seat movie theater going in at the Entertainment Center. Next week, we may see more about the digging for the swimming pool and lazy river!

Residence Hall Association – S’Mores Night

Want some FREEE S’Mores? Come over to the Housing Commons Fire Pit on April 25^th! Starts at 8:00 PM!

Summer Food Options

Will you be in town over the summer? Whether you are taking classes or just living and working in Linn over the Summer semester, check out some food options for the Summer session.

Outstanding Student Awards

You are welcome to attend our awards ceremony on May 1, 2023 at 3:00 PM in the Osage County Community Center. We will celebrate all of the students nominated by their program for the 2022-2023 academic year.

Student Experience Survey

Our faculty, staff, and administrators care deeply about the experience students have at State Tech. Please click here to give us feedback on your experience at State Tech. Thanks and have a great weekend!

Book Buy Back

The State Tech Bookstore will host two days of Book Buy Back on May 10^th and May 11^th from 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM.

Open Door Policy

If you have questions, please let us know. We know how busy the week can get, but do not hesitate to shoot me an e-mail. It is normal for students to have many questions. If you have questions or concerns that you would like addressed, please do not hesitate to write me an e-mail (chris.bowser@statetechmo.edu), give me a call (573) 897-5201 (leave a message if I’m not able to answer), or stop by my office in Nilges Technology Center, Room 109.

Happy Friday to everyone! I am sorry this didn’t get to you earlier in the day, but could provide for a couple of good reading minutes on Friday night or over the weekend. Today’s edition is full of information about the upcoming end of the year. We will have information about Finals Week Schedule, Commencement, Construction Progress, Summer Food options if you will be in Linn, Outstanding Student Awards, a Student Experience Survey and more. After today, we have two weeks of classes and Finals Week remaining before Commencement on May 13, 2023. Finish strong by attending classes and turning in all assignments.

Final exams will be held during the week of May 8-11

General Education finals* will be held on Monday, May 8, and Wednesday, May 10, according to the chart below. Generally, technical finals will be held on Tuesday, May 9, and Thursday, May 11. Final times for technical classes will be announced by the instructor and posted on Canvas.

*This includes including CPP 101, NST 101, ASC 104, ASC 106, ASC 110, and WLT 128.

Students, please check with your instructor(s) if you have questions about this semester’s finals schedule.

ARC Hours during Finals Week

With finals coming up in a few weeks, make sure to take time to study, do homework, go to class, but also enjoy life.

The flowers are blooming and days are getting warmer with more sunlight.

Remember to take a moment to get out in the sunshine and away from the books and computer screens. Studies have shown that people who are exposed to more natural light tend to feel more engaged, are more likely to work, and are generally happier.🌼🌞

When you are ready to prepare for Finals, here is the schedule for tutor availability in the ARC.

Testing…Testing 1…2…3…

Testing 1…2…3… if you have make-up exams to schedule or take, do NOT wait!  March through May the Testing Center has several dates they’re closed or open late due to program certification testing!  If you are absent for any of your class certification tests, you will need to reschedule and make up right away!  If you have any issues scheduling an exam contact us so we can help you take care of it.  May Grads, be sure you have reviewed your advising worksheets and have all of your certification exams and exit testing completed or in process to complete before May 13^th!

Commencement is Saturday, May 13, 2023.  Please check our commencement webpage for updated information at https://statetechmo.edu/commencement/. Caps & Gowns have been delivered to Department Chairs for your programs. If you have not picked them up, please connect with your Department Chair.

Ceremony times are:

9:00 a.m.

• Automotive Collision Technology
• Automation & Robotics Technology
• Automotive Technology
• Aviation Maintenance
• Electronics Engineering Technology
• General Technology/MFA
• Heavy Equipment Technology
• Medium/Heavy Truck Technology
• Powersports Technology
• Precision Machining Technology
• Welding Technology

12:00 p.m.

• Commercial Turf & Grounds Management
• Civil Construction Technology
• Civil Engineering Technology
• Drafting and Design Engineering Technology
• Electrical Distribution Systems
• Electrical Technology
• Electric Power Generation Technology
• Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning Technology
• Nuclear Technology
• Utility Systems Technician

3:00 p.m.

• Business Administration
• Computer Application Development
• Dental Assisting Technology
• Heavy Equipment Operations

• Medical Radiologic Technology
• Networking Systems Technology
• Nursing (Associate Degree in Nursing)
• Physical Therapist Assistant
• Practical Nursing Technology

State Tech Entertainment Center Progress

Click here to watch the video. Check out the progress on the 50-seat movie theater going in at the Entertainment Center. Next week, we may see more about the digging for the swimming pool and lazy river!

Residence Hall Association – S’Mores Night

Want some FREEE S’Mores? Come over to the Housing Commons Fire Pit on April 25^th! Starts at 8:00 PM!

Summer Food Options

Will you be in town over the summer? Whether you are taking classes or just living and working in Linn over the Summer semester, check out some food options for the Summer session.

Outstanding Student Awards

You are welcome to attend our awards ceremony on May 1, 2023 at 3:00 PM in the Osage County Community Center. We will celebrate all of the students nominated by their program for the 2022-2023 academic year.

Student Experience Survey

Our faculty, staff, and administrators care deeply about the experience students have at State Tech. Please click here to give us feedback on your experience at State Tech. Thanks and have a great weekend!

Book Buy Back

The State Tech Bookstore will host two days of Book Buy Back on May 10^th and May 11^th from 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM.

State Tech Activities Round-Up

We have had several activities on and off campus in the last week. Check out pictures of the eSports Smash Bros. Tournament, Fishing Tournament at Binder Lake in Jefferson City, and the 2023 Hog Roast Competition! Thanks to all who participated.

Open Door Policy

If you have questions, please let us know. We know how busy the week can get, but do not hesitate to shoot me an e-mail. It is normal for students to have many questions. If you have questions or concerns that you would like addressed, please do not hesitate to write me an e-mail (chris.bowser@statetechmo.edu), give me a call (573) 897-5201 (leave a message if I’m not able to answer), or stop by my office in Nilges Technology Center, Room 109.

Welcome Back! There are now just three full weeks of class remaining before Finals Week. Our advice for the next three weeks remains the same. You should attend all classes. Please communicate with your instructors about your current grade, what you can do to improve, and finish strong. Finally, if you need additional assistance, please reach out to the ARC or your assigned counselors. We are here for you and want to provide assistance that helps you succeed.

Counseling Services Team

• Becca Mehmert is available at (573) 897-5228
• Jason Hoffmeyer is available at (573) 897-5110
• Mandy Adams is available at (573) 897-5244

Academic Resource Center (ARC)

• Lorinda Smith is available at (573) 897-5297
• Desiree Franken is available at (573) 897-5191
• Nathan Richard is available at (573) 897-5319

Penny Wars Winners

It was a tight competition, but Automotive Collision came out on top of the Penny Wars! Thank you to all for participating! This was a very popular competition and we will definitely bring it back next year. Congratulations Automotive Collision!

Commencement Date & Times

Commencement is Saturday, May 13, 2023.  Please check our commencement webpage for updated information at https://statetechmo.edu/commencement/. Caps & Gowns have been delivered to Department Chairs for your programs. If you have not picked them up, please connect with your Department Chair.

Ceremony times are:

9:00 a.m.

• Automotive Collision Technology
• Automation & Robotics Technology
• Automotive Technology
• Aviation Maintenance
• Electronics Engineering Technology
• General Technology/MFA
• Heavy Equipment Technology
• Medium/Heavy Truck Technology
• Powersports Technology
• Precision Machining Technology
• Welding Technology

12:00 p.m.

• Commercial Turf & Grounds Management
• Civil Construction Technology
• Civil Engineering Technology
• Drafting and Design Engineering Technology
• Electrical Distribution Systems
• Electrical Technology
• Electric Power Generation Technology
• Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning Technology
• Nuclear Technology
• Utility Systems Technician

3:00 p.m.

• Business Administration
• Computer Application Development
• Dental Assisting Technology
• Heavy Equipment Operations

• Medical Radiologic Technology
• Networking Systems Technology
• Nursing (Associate Degree in Nursing)
• Physical Therapist Assistant
• Practical Nursing Technology

Time to Confirm Fall 2023 Schedules is NOW!

Fall schedule confirmations in myTech must be completed by Friday, April 21.  You can find instructions plus a training video in the “Resources” tab in myTech. If you have a “hold” on your account (you can view holds in myTech in the myAdvising portal) you will need to address the hold before you will be able to view and confirm your schedule for Fall 2023.

Schedule changes will open on Tuesday, April 11.  Both the student and advisor need to approve the student’s original schedule before any schedule changes are processed. Any schedule changes are completed with the usual Add/Drop Form.

Drop deadline- 16 week course is approaching. 

The deadline to drop a 16 week course with a WD grade is Tuesday, April 18.  You must submit a completed Add/Drop form to the Records Office, ITC 101, by 5:00 PM Tuesday, April 18.

Campus-Wide HOG ROAST COMPETITION

We have 15 teams signed up to compete in the Hog Roast Competition this week! They will pick up their hog on Wednesday, April 19^th and serve us all lunch on Thursday, April 20^th!

The reigning Champions are from Heavy Equipment Operations! Will they repeat or can someone take them down?

The rest of us will benefit with a FREE LUNCH on April 20th! Thanks to all the teams who signed up! We can’t wait to see how tasty your hog is on Thursday.

Drafting Club Golf Tournament – Monday, April 24, 2023 (Shotgun start at 4:00 PM)

Sign up fast! We are limited to the first 18 teams. 9-hole, three-person scramble. For additional information, please email Travis Sadler (travis.sadler@statetechmo.edu).

Nominate a State Tech Champion!

What is a State Tech Champion?

Someone who…

• lives our mission of “Profitable Employment and a Life of Learning.”
• is dedicated to our students and the well-being of the college.
• goes the extra mile for our students, staff, and alumni.
• always has the best interests of the college in mind.
• goes above and beyond to make State Tech a better place.

How do I nominate someone?

Have you witnessed someone going above and beyond but didn’t know how to recognize them?  Now you can submit them for a State Tech Champion award.  You will need to complete the nomination form at https://statetechmo.edu/champion/.  When completing the form, please be specific, give examples, or explain the situation you witnessed, if applicable.

When will this be announced?

The winner will be announce at the end of year social.

Open Door Policy

If you have questions, please let us know. We know how busy the week can get, but do not hesitate to shoot me an e-mail. It is normal for students to have many questions. If you have questions or concerns that you would like addressed, please do not hesitate to write me an e-mail (chris.bowser@statetechmo.edu), give me a call (573) 897-5201 (leave a message if I’m not able to answer), or stop by my office in Nilges Technology Center, Room 109.

You made it to another Friday! Great work this week getting to class and working to complete and turn in all assignments. Starting next Monday, we will have three weeks of classes and then a week of Finals before the end of the Spring 2023 semester on May 12, 2023. We hope you finish the semester strong! Please get into the ARC and speak with your instructors to have an understanding of your current grade and what you need to do to finish strong and pass all classes. Good luck!

MRT Students Earn Awards!

The MRT program recently attended the 90^th annual Missouri Society of Radiologic Technologists (MoSRT) conference and came back with a few awards.

Student Bowl Competition – 3^rd Place

Liza Gordon, Bailey Teel, Paiyton Burnett, Emily Roloff (pictured left to right)

Student Scientific Exhibit Competition – 1^st Place

Emily Roloff – Protect Your Heart: Use AlignRT (Surface Guided Radiation Therapy)

Student Scientific Exhibit Competition – 2^nd Place

Paiyton Burnett – The Micro C: The Future of X-Rays is at Your Fingertips

RevUp – New Student Registration

Over the course of the next few weeks, we will be hosting new students and their parents on campus for RevUp sessions. They will be registering for Summer and Fall classes and getting acclimated to campus. We are excited to welcome these folks to the State Tech family.

Time to Confirm Fall 2023 Schedules is NOW!

Fall schedule confirmations in myTech must be completed by Friday, April 21.  You can find instructions plus a training video in the “Resources” tab in myTech. If you have a “hold” on your account (you can view holds in myTech in the myAdvising portal) you will need to address the hold before you will be able to view and confirm your schedule for Fall 2023.

Schedule changes will open on Tuesday, April 11.  Both the student and advisor need to approve the student’s original schedule before any schedule changes are processed. Any schedule changes are completed with the usual Add/Drop Form.

Drop deadline- 16 week course is approaching. 

The deadline to drop a 16 week course with a WD grade is Tuesday, April 18.  You must submit a completed Add/Drop form to the Records Office, ITC 101, by 5:00 PM Tuesday, April 18.

Campus-Wide HOG ROAST COMPETITION

Are you ready to prove your team are certified pit masters? Do you think your program can cook a tastier hog than all other programs? Then contact your instructor and let them know you want to compete in the Hog Roast Competition! The hog is being provided to the programs free of charge. The winning program will receive a traveling trophy that will live in their area for one year!

The reigning Champions are from Heavy Equipment Operations! Will they repeat or can someone take them down?

The rest of us will benefit with a FREE LUNCH on April 20th! Sign up today and get your hog roasting team together!

Drafting Club Golf Tournament – Monday, April 24, 2023 (Shotgun start at 4:00 PM)

Sign up fast! We are limited to the first 18 teams. 9-hole, three-person scramble. For additional information, please email Travis Sadler (travis.sadler@statetechmo.edu).

Nominate a State Tech Champion!

What is a State Tech Champion?

Someone who…

• lives our mission of “Profitable Employment and a Life of Learning.”
• is dedicated to our students and the well-being of the college.
• goes the extra mile for our students, staff, and alumni.
• always has the best interests of the college in mind.
• goes above and beyond to make State Tech a better place.

How do I nominate someone?

Have you witnessed someone going above and beyond but didn’t know how to recognize them?  Now you can submit them for a State Tech Champion award.  You will need to complete the nomination form at https://statetechmo.edu/champion/.  When completing the form, please be specific, give examples, or explain the situation you witnessed, if applicable.

When will this be announced?

The winner will be announce at the end of year social.

Open Door Policy

If you have questions, please let us know. We know how busy the week can get, but do not hesitate to shoot me an e-mail. It is normal for students to have many questions. If you have questions or concerns that you would like addressed, please do not hesitate to write me an e-mail (chris.bowser@statetechmo.edu), give me a call (573) 897-5201 (leave a message if I’m not able to answer), or stop by my office in Nilges Technology Center, Room 109.

Welcome back! We hope everyone had a great 4 days away from campus with family and friends. We are getting close to the end of the semester. We have just 3 weeks of classes and then Finals Week to go before the end of the semester!

PLEASE continue to attend classes and turn in all assignments. If you are struggling with anything, please communicate to your instructors. You can also reach out to the ARC, your counselors, or my office to get the help you need to finish the semester strong. Good luck and let us know if you have any questions.

Paying Attention – Tickets to Lucas Oil Speedway (Saturday, April 15, 2023)

Did you know State Tech is a sponsor at Lucas Oil Speedway? We have 26 tickets this week in a suite as a part of our sponsorship and we want to give them to our students! The sign-up sheet for tickets will be at the front desk of the ITC. Stop by, write your name, and phone number on the list. We will then text information to the group about how to get your tickets when you arrive at the track. Students are responsible for their own transportation to and from the track. SGA/IM Coordinator Cam Carter will be in the suite as well. There will be wings and soda provided in the suite as well. Here are the series that will be on track on Saturday night.

Weekly Show #2 – Big Adventure RV Weekly Championship Series

Round #2 of the Lucas Oil Speedway Big Adventure RV Weekly Racing Series. Classes in action include the Hermitage Lumber Late Models, Cedar Creek Beef Jerky USRA Modifieds, O’Reilly Auto Parts USRA Stock Cars, and the Ozark Golf Cars USRA B-Mods. The Ozark Golf Cars USRA B-Mods will be the featured class of the evening running a Special 25 Lap, $750 to win.

Spectator Gates open at 5:00, hot laps at 6:30, and racing at 7:05 PM.

Time to Confirm Fall 2023 Schedules is NOW!

Fall schedule confirmations in myTech must be completed by Friday, April 21.  You can find instructions plus a training video in the “Resources” tab in myTech. If you have a “hold” on your account (you can view holds in myTech in the myAdvising portal) you will need to address the hold before you will be able to view and confirm your schedule for Fall 2023.

Schedule changes will open on Tuesday, April 11.  Both the student and advisor need to approve the student’s original schedule before any schedule changes are processed. Any schedule changes are completed with the usual Add/Drop Form.

Drop deadline- 16 week course is approaching. 

The deadline to drop a 16 week course with a WD grade is Tuesday, April 18.  You must submit a completed Add/Drop form to the Records Office, ITC 101, by 5:00 PM Tuesday, April 18.

Campus-Wide HOG ROAST COMPETITION

Are you ready to prove your team are certified pit masters? Do you think your program can cook a tastier hog than all other programs? Then contact your instructor and let them know you want to compete in the Hog Roast Competition! The hog is being provided to the programs free of charge. The winning program will receive a traveling trophy that will live in their area for one year!

The reigning Champions are from Heavy Equipment Operations! Will they repeat or can someone take them down?

The rest of us will benefit with a FREE LUNCH on April 20th! Sign up today and get your hog roasting team together!

FISHING Tournament on Wednesday, April 12, 2023

Come and Join us at Binder Lake in Jefferson City on Wednesday, April 12, 2023 from 4:00 – 7:00 PM. Machine Tool Club is hosting a FISHING Tournament. Prizes for several categories.

Drafting Club Golf Tournament – Monday, April 24, 2023 (Shotgun start at 4:00 PM)

Sign up fast! We are limited to the first 18 teams. 9-hole, three-person scramble. For additional information, please email Travis Sadler (travis.sadler@statetechmo.edu).

Open Door Policy

If you have questions, please let us know. We know how busy the week can get, but do not hesitate to shoot me an e-mail. It is normal for students to have many questions. If you have questions or concerns that you would like addressed, please do not hesitate to write me an e-mail (chris.bowser@statetechmo.edu), give me a call (573) 897-5201 (leave a message if I’m not able to answer), or stop by my office in Nilges Technology Center, Room 109.

We have come to the end of another week of classes at State Tech! Keep up the great work. Our team cannot stress enough the importance of coming to class, turning in all assignments, and asking questions when you are not sure of the answer. Please reach out for help if you have questions or concerns. Please have an enjoyable weekend; we will see you back in class on Monday.

Please remember we are off for Easter Break tomorrow and Friday (April 6 &7). We will return to campus on Monday, April 10, 2023.

Time to Confirm Fall 2023 Schedules is NOW!

Fall schedule confirmations in myTech must be completed by Friday, April 21.  You can find instructions plus a training video in the “Resources” tab in myTech. If you have a “hold” on your account (you can view holds in myTech in the myAdvising portal) you will need to address the hold before you will be able to view and confirm your schedule for Fall 2023.

Schedule changes will open on Tuesday, April 11.  Both the student and advisor need to approve the student’s original schedule before any schedule changes are processed. Any schedule changes are completed with the usual Add/Drop Form.

Drop deadline- 16 week course is approaching. 

The deadline to drop a 16 week course with a WD grade is Tuesday, April 18.  You must submit a completed Add/Drop form to the Records Office, ITC 101, by 5:00 PM Tuesday, April 18.

Send a Compliment – Earn 10 Tokens

Want to earn 10 easy tokens for the end of the year BBQ? Fill out a State Tech Compliment form on the Ready to Report page:

Tell us about a positive experience you have had a State Tech faculty or staff member! Recognize an instructor for the extra time they put in to help you understand a concept, thank a staff member for making sure you knew where to go on the first day of class, show appreciation to the Main Stream Cafeteria staff for keeping your belly full – for ten tokens* it’s a win-win! While you are on the Ready to Report page take note of other things, you can report to our Counseling Services team if you have concerns.

*You can fill out as many compliment forms as you would like, but will only receive 10 tokens

Campus-Wide HOG ROAST COMPETITION

Are you ready to prove your team are certified pit masters? Do you think your program can cook a tastier hog than all other programs? Then contact your instructor and let them know you want to compete in the Hog Roast Competition! The hog is being provided to the programs free of charge. The winning program will receive a traveling trophy that will live in their area for one year!

The reigning Champions are from Heavy Equipment Operations! Will they repeat or can someone take them down?

The rest of us will benefit with a FREE LUNCH on April 20th! Sign up today and get your hog roasting team together!

FISHING Tournament on Wednesday, April 12, 2023

Come and Join us at Binder Lake in Jefferson City on Wednesday, April 12, 2023 from 4:00 – 7:00 PM. Machine Tool Club is hosting a FISHING Tournament. Prizes for several categories.

Drafting Club Golf Tournament – Monday, April 24, 2023 (Shotgun start at 4:00 PM)

Sign up fast! We are limited to the first 18 teams. 9-hole, three-person scramble. For additional information, please email Travis Sadler (travis.sadler@statetechmo.edu).

Open Door Policy

If you have questions, please let us know. We know how busy the week can get, but do not hesitate to shoot me an e-mail. It is normal for students to have many questions. If you have questions or concerns that you would like addressed, please do not hesitate to write me an e-mail (chris.bowser@statetechmo.edu), give me a call (573) 897-5201 (leave a message if I’m not able to answer), or stop by my office in Nilges Technology Center, Room 109.

Last Day of Classes This Week

We hope you had a safe and productive week at State Tech. Today is the last day of classes this week. We are now counting down to five full weeks remaining in the Spring 2023 semester. Please keep attending all classes, turning in all assignments, and asking questions to make sure you are on the right track. Please do not hesitate to reach out if you need anything. Thanks and have a great weekend!

This Thursday & Friday, State Tech hosts the State Leadership Skills Contest. Reminder, there are no classes on Thursday or Friday (March 30^th and March 31^st).

Next week, on Thursday and Friday (April 6^th & April 7^th) the college is CLOSED. Classes attend your regularly scheduled classes Monday through Wednesday. As we get closer to the end of the semester, attendance and turning in assignments will become more important to your success.

Time to Confirm Fall 2023 Schedules is NOW! (ACTION ITEMS)

This week, a majority of programs have made their Fall 2023 schedules available to students. Students must login to myTech to complete the schedule confirmation.  You can find instructions plus a training video in the “Resources” tab in myTech. If you have a “hold” on your account (you can view holds in myTech in the myAdvising portal) you will need to address the hold before you will be able to view and confirm your schedule for Fall 2023.

The following programs will be able to view and confirm their schedules at a later date:  Automotive Technology, Nuclear Technology, Physical Therapist Assistant, Powersports. If you are enrolled in one of these programs, please be on the lookout for information about when your schedules for Fall 2023 will be available.

Schedule changes will be open later, please watch Staying in Touch for this information. Both the student and advisor need to approve the student’s original schedule before any schedule changes are processed. Any schedule changes are completed with the usual Add/Drop Form.

State Leadership Skills Contest

SkillsUSA Missouri’s State Leadership and Skills Conference provides an opportunity for thousands of students from high schools and colleges across our state to compete in contests in manufacturing, transportation, construction, hospitality, and human services. State Tech is proud to host this annual event. If you are helping with events on campus or competing this week, we thank you and wish you good luck!

Campus-Wide HOG ROAST COMPETITION

Are you ready to prove your team are certified pit masters? Do you think your program can cook a tastier hog than all other programs? Then contact your instructor and let them know you want to compete in the Hog Roast Competition! The hog is being provided to the programs free of charge. The winning program will receive a traveling trophy that will live in their area for one year!

The reigning Champions are from Heavy Equipment Operations! Will they repeat or can someone take them down?

The rest of us will benefit with a FREE LUNCH on April 20th! Sign up today and get your hog roasting team together!

SGA ELECTION is OPEN!

SGA Officer Election (Action Needed – Scan the QR Code and VOTE)

It’s that time of year. We have students who have entered the race to be elected for 2023-2024 SGA Officers. Please see the candidates below and then scan the QR code and vote in this year’s election.

Please share your voice and vote for the officers for 2023-2024 academic year. Thanks!

COMMENCEMENT INFORMATION

Commencement is Saturday, May 13.  Please check our commencement webpage for updated information at https://statetechmo.edu/commencement/.

Ceremony times are:

9:00 a.m.

• Automotive Collision Technology
• Automation & Robotics Technology
• Automotive Technology
• Aviation Maintenance
• Electronics Engineering Technology
• General Technology/MFA
• Heavy Equipment Technology
• Medium/Heavy Truck Technology
• Powersports Technology
• Precision Machining Technology
• Welding Technology

12:00 p.m.

• Commercial Turf & Grounds Management
• Civil Construction Technology
• Civil Engineering Technology
• Drafting and Design Engineering Technology
• Electrical Distribution Systems
• Electrical Technology
• Electric Power Generation Technology
• Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning Technology
• Nuclear Technology
• Utility Systems Technician

3:00 p.m.

• Business Administration
• Computer Application Development
• Dental Assisting Technology
• Heavy Equipment Operations

• Medical Radiologic Technology
• Networking Systems Technology
• Nursing (Associate Degree in Nursing)
• Physical Therapist Assistant
• Practical Nursing Technology

Cap and gowns will be ordered TODAY March 1.  If you have not already applied, please apply immediately by logging into myTech.  If you need assistance, please visit the Records Office in the ITC.

The graduation application is found under myForms in myTech.

Graduation Requirements (Action Items Needed to Graduate)

State Tech has certain assessment requirements for graduation and that must be met before graduating.

CIVIC Assessment Requirement – This is a state requirement which you can complete by logging into Canvas.  This is a 50 question exam with a study guide available for you to review in Canvas.  You must get a 70% or higher to meet this graduation requirement.  You will continue to be enrolled in this Civics course until you meet the graduation requirement.

CBASE Assessment Requirement – This is a State Tech graduation requirement for students graduating with an Associate of Applied Science and Associates of Science.  You will be enrolled in this course based on your graduation semester and year.  Only students expecting to graduate or are currently working on a plan to complete academic requirements in the Spring 2023 will have access to this course.  You must have this exam completed prior to the end of the semester.

Open Door Policy

If you have questions, please let us know. We know how busy the week can get, but do not hesitate to shoot me an e-mail. It is normal for students to have many questions. If you have questions or concerns that you would like addressed, please do not hesitate to write me an e-mail (chris.bowser@statetechmo.edu), give me a call (573) 897-5201 (leave a message if I’m not able to answer), or stop by my office in Nilges Technology Center, Room 109.

Busy Week and Upcoming Schedule

We hope you had a safe and productive week at State Tech. We are now counting down to six full weeks remaining in the Spring 2023 semester. Please keep attending all classes, turning in all assignments, and asking questions to make sure you are on the right track. Please do not hesitate to reach out if you need anything. Thanks and have a great weekend!

SHOW ME STATE TECH

Saturday, March 25^th, we will host over 400 students and their families for Show Me State Tech. This is our Spring recruiting event and we are excited to welcome families from all over Missouri and several states. It will be a busy day on campus. Have a great weekend. If you are working with your program this weekend – THANK YOU!

Schedule Update – Please be Aware

Next week, State Tech hosts the Missouri SkillsUSA State Conference. Reminder, there are

• no classes on Thursday or Friday next week (March 30^th and March 31^st).

The following week,

• the college is CLOSED on Thursday and Friday (April 6^th & April 7^th).

Please make sure you attend classes Monday through Wednesday the next two weeks. As we get closer to the end of the semester, attendance and turning in assignments will become more important to your success.

Campus-Wide HOG ROAST COMPETITION

Are you ready to prove your team are certified pit masters? Do you think your program can cook a tastier hog than all other programs? Then contact your instructor and let them know you want to compete in the Hog Roast Competition! The hog is being provided to the programs free of charge. The winning program will receive a traveling trophy that will live in their area for one year!

The reigning Champions are from Heavy Equipment Operations! Will they repeat or can someone take them down?

The rest of us will benefit with a FREE LUNCH on April 20th! Sign up today and get your hog roasting team together!

SGA ELECTION is OPEN!

SGA Officer Election (Action Needed – Scan the QR Code and VOTE)

It’s that time of year. We have students who have entered the race to be elected for 2023-2024 SGA Officers. Please see the candidates below and then scan the QR code and vote in this year’s election.

Please share your voice and vote for the officers for 2023-2024 academic year. Thanks!

COMMENCEMENT INFORMATION

Commencement is Saturday, May 13.  Please check our commencement webpage for updated information at https://statetechmo.edu/commencement/.

Ceremony times are:

9:00 a.m.

• Automotive Collision Technology
• Automation & Robotics Technology
• Automotive Technology
• Aviation Maintenance
• Electronics Engineering Technology
• General Technology/MFA
• Heavy Equipment Technology
• Medium/Heavy Truck Technology
• Powersports Technology
• Precision Machining Technology
• Welding Technology

12:00 p.m.

• Commercial Turf & Grounds Management
• Civil Construction Technology
• Civil Engineering Technology
• Drafting and Design Engineering Technology
• Electrical Distribution Systems
• Electrical Technology
• Electric Power Generation Technology
• Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning Technology
• Nuclear Technology
• Utility Systems Technician

3:00 p.m.

• Business Administration
• Computer Application Development
• Dental Assisting Technology
• Heavy Equipment Operations
• Medical Radiologic Technology
• Networking Systems Technology
• Nursing (Associate Degree in Nursing)
• Physical Therapist Assistant
• Practical Nursing Technology

Graduation Requirements (Action Items Needed to Graduate)

State Tech has certain assessment requirements for graduation and that must be met before graduating. CIVIC Assessment Requirement – This is a state requirement which you can complete by logging into Canvas.  This is a 50 question exam with a study guide available for you to review in Canvas.  You must get a 70% or higher to meet this graduation requirement.  You will continue to be enrolled in this Civics course until you meet the graduation requirement.

CBASE Assessment Requirement – This is a State Tech graduation requirement for students graduating with an Associate of Applied Science and Associates of Science.  You will be enrolled in this course based on your graduation semester and year.  Only students expecting to graduate or are currently working on a plan to complete academic requirements in the Spring 2023 will have access to this course.  You must have this exam completed prior to the end of the semester.

Open Door Policy

If you have questions, please let us know. We know how busy the week can get, but do not hesitate to shoot me an e-mail. It is normal for students to have many questions. If you have questions or concerns that you would like addressed, please do not hesitate to write me an e-mail (chris.bowser@statetechmo.edu), give me a call (573) 897-5201 (leave a message if I’m not able to answer), or stop by my office in Nilges Technology Center, Room 109.

Welcome back! We hope you had a great weekend. If you are anything like me, you spent some time watching the NCAA Tournament. March Madness was crazy. We will share who is leading the ESPN Bracket Challenge later in this communication. We hope you all have a great week of classes. Please do not hesitate to ask us for any assistance you need. The Library, ARC, and our Counselors are available all week long.

Time to Confirm Fall 2023 Schedules is NOW!

This week, a majority of programs have made their Fall 2023 schedules available to students. Students must login to myTech to complete the schedule confirmation.  You can find instructions plus a training video in the “Resources” tab in myTech. If you have a “hold” on your account (you can view holds in myTech in the myAdvising portal) you will need to address the hold before you will be able to view and confirm your schedule for Fall 2023.

The following programs will be able to view and confirm their schedules at a later date:  Automotive Technology, Nuclear Technology, Physical Therapist Assistant, Powersports. If you are enrolled in one of these programs, please be on the lookout for information about when your schedules for Fall 2023 will be available.

Schedule changes will be open later, please watch Staying in Touch for this information. Both the student and advisor need to approve the student’s original schedule before any schedule changes are processed. Any schedule changes are completed with the usual Add/Drop Form.

Link – https://mytech.statetechmo.edu/ICS

On Campus Events This Week!

NCAA Tournament Challenge

Here are the leaders of the Men’s and Women’s Tournament Challenge after one weekend of play! Good luck moving forward to everyone who filled out a bracket (or 25). Looks like Robert Johnson is in the lead in both the Men’s and Women’s Tournament Challenge. Congratulations on being in the lead at the halfway point of each tournament.

Town Hall Meeting – Students Invited

Students are invited to attend and being their perspective to this Town Hall Meeting. The event is March 23, 2023 from 5:30 – 7:30 PM. It will take place on campus in the Vehicle and Power Center Conference Room on the 2^nd floor.

Program Penny War

The Penny War is being extended until March 24^th! It’s been a great competition so far. We are excited to see what this week holds.

Missouri Lottery Opportunity

Open Door Policy

If you have questions, please let us know. We know how busy the week can get, but do not hesitate to shoot me an e-mail. It is normal for students to have many questions. If you have questions or concerns that you would like addressed, please do not hesitate to write me an e-mail (chris.bowser@statetechmo.edu), give me a call (573) 897-5201 (leave a message if I’m not able to answer), or stop by my office in Nilges Technology Center, Room 109.

Get the help you need in the ARC

We hope you all had a great first week back from Spring Break. It is important to get back into the rhythm of attending classes and completing assigned work. It is also a great idea to get into the ARC and talk to our FREE tutors about any concepts that might be causing some questions. They are a great resource to help you finish the semester strong. We hope you have a great weekend with family and friends. Happy St. Patrick’s Day and NCAA Tournament Day 2! Next week, be on the lookout for information about the Car Show and Ice Skating events on Wednesday.

Community Dodgeball Tournament ($50 Entry Per Team)

Coming up on April 29, 2023, our community will be hosting a Dodgeball Tournament open to community members, students, faculty, and staff. The cost is $50 per team.  Proceeds from the tournament will go to “Shop with a Hero”. This is a local program where police, fire, and EMS folks work with families to take them shopping for groceries they cannot afford themselves.

• Dodgeball, Tournament Style
• Saturday, April 29^th Starting at 10am at Linn High School Dome
• 6-10 players per team
• $50 per team ($5-$10/person)
• $15 for a t-shirt
• Costume contest for each Dodgeball team, BEST gets a trophy
• Fundraiser for Shop with a Hero, when they take students and kids shopping for groceries that can’t afford any for themselves
• Hero = Police Department, EMS and Fire Department

March 6^th – April 2^nd Fitness Schedule

Looking for a fitness class to help get in better shape or just blowing off steam? Check out our fitness schedule. As a student, these classes are FREE as a part of your student membership. Take advantage and enjoy!

Les Mills Virtual

If none of these class times works into your schedule, please check with the front desk in the Activity Center. We are members of Les Mills Virtual. That allows us to start a fitness class on a screen in the fitness room at any time we do not have a class in the space. Do you have a group who would like to do a workout together in the fitness room? Let us know. We can help make that happen.

State Tech eSports Wins

State Tech eSports had some wins over Spring Break.

• Call of Duty B Team won their game against the Western Technical College Cavaliers 3-0
• Lucas Toben won his 1v1 Super Smash Brothers Ultimate match against the Jackson College Jets 3-0
• Joel Vaughn won his 1v1 Mario Kart match against the Dawson Community College Buccaneers 4-3

Town Hall Meeting – Students Invited

Students are invited to attend and being their perspective to this Town Hall Meeting. The event is March 23, 2023 from 5:30 – 7:30 PM. It will take place on campus in the Vehicle and Power Center Conference Room on the 2^nd floor.

Program Penny War

The Penny War is being extended until March 24^th! It’s been a great competition so far. We are excited to see what next week holds.

Missouri Lottery Opportunity

Open Door Policy

If you have questions, please let us know. We know how busy the week can get, but do not hesitate to shoot me an e-mail. It is normal for students to have many questions. If you have questions or concerns that you would like addressed, please do not hesitate to write me an e-mail (chris.bowser@statetechmo.edu), give me a call (573) 897-5201 (leave a message if I’m not able to answer), or stop by my office in Nilges Technology Center, Room 109.

Welcome back!  We are happy to have you back on campus. Today is the start of the 2^nd 8-weeks of the Spring 2023 semester. If you have 2^nd 8-week classes, they begin today! Make sure you are attending all classes and start the session off right by turning in all assignments. If you are continuing with full 16-week classes, you are now past mid-term and need to make sure you are finishing the next 8 weeks strong. Attend class, get to the ARC for assistance, and turn in all assignments. Have a great week! Let us know if you need anything. Do not hesitate to reach out.

Token Leaderboard – Upcoming Token Events

Below is the token leaderboard. Kudos to the Top 25 for attending events and earning tokens. These folks will have buying power at our End of the Year BBQ and Auction. We will have TONS of prizes for all token amounts. If you have earned tokens (any amount) we will have prizes for you to purchase. Which makes the upcoming token events even more important. The more tokens you earn, the more you will be able to purchase at the End of the Year BBQ and Auction. Think of it like our own personal Dave & Busters. We will have high token items and low token items. Everyone will be able to purchase something and take it home. So, please keep coming to events, having fun, and earning tokens. If you would like to know the amount of tokens you have earned, shoot an email to cameron.carter@statetechmo.edu. He can let you know.

Student Account Holds in myTech

Have you ever wondered why there is a hold on your account preventing you from confirming your schedule for the following semester? Now, you have the ability to view your account holds in myTech.

• Please login to myTech using your student email address and email password.
• Once logged in, click on the student tab, and then click on myAdvising Information.
• The navigation arrow (see the blue circle below) will allow you to expand the hold information to see the description and step(s) to resolve your hold.

Intramurals ESPN Tournament Challenge

Do you have what it takes to win the State Tech Intramurals ESPN Tournament Challenge?Get in on the excitement of this year’s 2023 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament. Invite classmates and faculty to join your group, fill out up to 25 brackets, and earn bragging rights by winning it all! Compete for a chance to win $100,000!

• Create an ESPN account
• Use Your Name
• Click on the link below
• Join the State Tech Intramurals League
• Enter the password: tech
• Selection Sunday is March 12, 2023
• Pick lock on Thursday, March 16, 2023 at 10:45 AM

Get in the action now:

Group: State Tech Intramurals
Password: tech

Click here to join the Men’s Tournament Challenge

Robert Johnson was the Capital One Bowl Mania Champion. Can he win the ESPN Tournament Challenge and become a 2-time Intramural Champion? We hope to see him try. We also hope there are many of you who sign up to try to knock him off his championship throne. Good luck everyone.

Women’s NCAA Tournament Challenge

Two tournaments are definitely better than one! Get in on the excitement of this year’s 2023 NCAA Women’s Basketball Tournament. Invite classmates and faculty to join your group, fill out up to 25 brackets, and earn bragging rights by winning it all! Compete for a chance to win $100,000!

• Create an ESPN account
• Use Your Name
• Click on the link below
• Join the State Tech Intramurals League
• Enter the password: tech
• Selection Sunday is March 12, 2023
• Pick lock on Thursday, March 16, 2023 at 10:45 AM

Get in the action now:

Group: State Tech IM
Password: tech

Click here to join the NCAA Women’s Basketball Tournament Challenge

Paying Attention Award

State Tech puts together the Staying in Touch series each week in an effort to keep all students informed about events and activities taking place on campus in addition to important dates, and other college knowledge. Today, we begin to have a little fun as well. We want to see how many are paying attention on a Wednesday. All students who create a bracket and enter into the State Tech groups for BOTH the Men’s and Women’s Tournament and use their name for their entry will get a bonus 100 tokens! Send Cameron Carter (cameron.carter@statetechmo.edu) an email when you have an entry in both the Men’s and Women’s Tournament Challenge.

• Sign Up for the Men’s Tournament Challenge
• Sign Up for the Women’s Tournament Challenge
• Send Cam Carter an email letting him know you have signed up for both
• Earn 100 tokens

Open Door Policy

If you have questions, please let us know. We know how busy the week can get, but do not hesitate to shoot me an e-mail. It is normal for students to have many questions. If you have questions or concerns that you would like addressed, please do not hesitate to write me an e-mail (chris.bowser@statetechmo.edu), give me a call (573) 897-5201 (leave a message if I’m not able to answer), or stop by my office in Nilges Technology Center, Room 109.

Tomorrow is the end of the first 8-weeks of the Spring 2023 semester. We hope you have a fun and safe time away from campus. Classes resume on Monday, March 13, 2023. Remember Thursday, March 2, 2023 is the conclusion of the first 8 weeks of classes. If you have classes ending Thursday, please make sure you are aware of the expectations for all assignments, quizzes, projects, and tests that are due by the close of business on Thursday, March 2, 2023.

Student Account Holds in myTech

Have you ever wondered why there is a hold on your account preventing you from confirming your schedule for the following semester? Now, you have the ability to view your account holds in myTech.

• Please login to myTech using your student email address and email password.
• Once logged in, click on the student tab, and then click on myAdvising Information.
• The navigation arrow (see the blue circle below) will allow you to expand the hold information to see the description and step(s) to resolve your hold.

Intramurals ESPN Tournament Challenge

Do you have what it takes to win the State Tech Intramurals ESPN Tournament Challenge?Get in on the excitement of this year’s 2023 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament. Invite classmates and faculty to join your group, fill out up to 25 brackets, and earn bragging rights by winning it all! Compete for a chance to win $100,000!

• Create an ESPN account
• Use Your Name
• Click on the link below
• Join the State Tech Intramurals League
• Enter the password: tech
• Selection Sunday is March 12, 2023
• Pick lock on Thursday, March 16, 2023 at 10:45 AM

Get in the action now:

Group: State Tech Intramurals
Password: tech

Click here to join the Men’s Tournament Challenge

Robert Johnson was the Capital One Bowl Mania Champion. Can he win the ESPN Tournament Challenge and become a 2-time Intramural Champion? We hope to see him try. We also hope there are many of you who sign up to try to knock him off his championship throne. Good luck everyone.

Women’s NCAA Tournament Challenge

Two tournaments are definitely better than one! Get in on the excitement of this year’s 2023 NCAA Women’s Basketball Tournament. Invite classmates and faculty to join your group, fill out up to 25 brackets, and earn bragging rights by winning it all! Compete for a chance to win $100,000!

• Create an ESPN account
• Use Your Name
• Click on the link below
• Join the State Tech Intramurals League
• Enter the password: tech
• Selection Sunday is March 12, 2023
• Pick lock on Thursday, March 16, 2023 at 10:45 AM

Get in the action now:

Group: State Tech IM
Password: tech

Click here to join the NCAA Women’s Basketball Tournament Challenge

Paying Attention Award

State Tech puts together the Staying in Touch series each week in an effort to keep all students informed about events and activities taking place on campus in addition to important dates, and other college knowledge. Today, we begin to have a little fun as well. We want to see how many are paying attention on a Wednesday. All students who create a bracket and enter into the State Tech groups for BOTH the Men’s and Women’s Tournament and use their name for their entry will get a bonus 100 tokens! Send Cameron Carter (cameron.carter@statetechmo.edu) an email when you have an entry in both the Men’s and Women’s Tournament Challenge.

Open Door Policy

If you have questions, please let us know. We know how busy the week can get, but do not hesitate to shoot me an e-mail. It is normal for students to have many questions. If you have questions or concerns that you would like addressed, please do not hesitate to write me an e-mail (chris.bowser@statetechmo.edu), give me a call (573) 897-5201 (leave a message if I’m not able to answer), or stop by my office in Nilges Technology Center, Room 109.

Last Week of Classes before Spring Break

We have 5 more days of classes before the college is closed for Spring Break March 6-10^th. It is essential that you attend classes this week and close out the first 8-weeks in a positive manner. Our resources in the ARC, Library, Counseling Services, Registrar, Financial Aid, Activity Center will be open all week. If you need anything, please stop by and let us know. We will be here to assist all week.

Where Pigs Fly – Weekend FREE Events

This weekend, Where Pigs Fly will be open to the public, FREE of charge to celebrate the opening of their new Resale Shop.

😊🐾♥️

— Hourly Door prizes.

— A $50 gift certificate awarded Saturday & Sunday.

—Receive a FREE coozie when you spend $10.

— Receive a FREE t-shirt when you spend $50.

— Receive a FREE sweatshirt when you spend $100.

—Horseback Rides $3.

Call or text for more information,

Visit our FBP or Instragram for photos. ♥️😊

Cindy Brenneke

Where Pigs Fly Farm

2810 Highway 50 East

Linn, MO 65051

314.241.3488

Intramurals – After Spring Break – Save the Date

Blood Drive – THIS Wednesday, March 1, 2023

TalkCampus

TalkCampus is a FREE app where you can be a part of a safe, supportive community any time of day, anywhere in the world. Ahead of the Christmas Holiday, we wanted to remind you that you have 24/7 access to support through TalkCampus, a global community of students that you can connect with and feel inspired by. TalkCampus is a safe place where you can talk completely anonymously about whatever you may be going through. TalkCampus isn’t run by us and we won’t know if you are using it. You can use TalkCampus no matter where you are in the world, and you can connect in up to 26 different languages. Your student email address will give you free access, just download TalkCampus from the app stores or using the following link; https://www.talkcampus.io/sign-up

Student Token Events: Black History Month

Do not forget movie night tomorrow (Tuesday, February 28, 2023) at 6:00 PM in the Vehicle and Power Center. This week, we will be screening of Hidden Figures. Three brilliant African-American women at NASA — Katherine Johnson, Dorothy Vaughan and Mary Jackson — serve as the brains behind one of the greatest operations in history: the launch of astronaut John Glenn into orbit, a stunning achievement that restored the nation’s confidence, turned around the Space Race and galvanized the world.

Open Door Policy

This is the last week before Spring Break, make sure to take advantage of activities and resources on campus. It is normal for students to have many questions. If you have questions or concerns that you would like addressed, please do not hesitate to write me an e-mail (chris.bowser@statetechmo.edu), give me a call (573) 897-5201 (leave a message if I’m not able to answer), or stop by my office in Nilges Technology Center, Room 109.

Enjoy the Weekend – One Week Until Spring Break – Last Week of 1^st 8 Week Classes

We hope you all had a great week both inside and outside your hands-on education programs. Please enjoy the weekend and we will see you back in class on Monday. Next week is the last week of classes for the 1^st 8 weeks of the Spring 2023 semester. That means if you are enrolled in any 8-week courses…they end next Friday. So please make sure you turn in all assignments and have an understanding of how your final week will look for any exams. If you have 16-week classes, next week will be mid-term. Please continue to attend classes and turn in all assignments. We can’t stress the importance of attending classes and turning in assigned work. Those two steps are keys to success in all courses.

Ice Skating – TODAY

After classes have concluded today, we will have a synthetic ice rink built between the Activity Center and the OCCC. Bring your own skates if you have them or rent skates to use today for $5. All students and their friends are welcome to come and skate. We will have the rink open from 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM!

Testing…Testing 1…2…3…

Testing 1…2…3… if you have make-up exams to schedule or take, do NOT wait!  March through May the Testing Center has several dates they’re closed or open late due to program certification testing!  If you are absent for any of your class certification tests, you will need to reschedule and make up right away!  If you have any issues scheduling an exam contact us so we can help you take care of it.  May Grads, be sure you have reviewed your advising worksheets and have all of your certification exams and exit testing completed or in process to complete before May 13^th

Scholarship Opportunities – APPLY TODAY (DEADLINE MARCH 15^th)

We have so many State Tech Scholarships for you to apply for! All you need to do is complete 1 application and you will be automatically qualified for all of the scholarships for which you meet the criteria! Super easy, right? Please apply by March 15^th to meet the deadline!

Apply Now!

Starbucks now on the Order + Eat App

Campus Dining Services has added Starbucks to the Order + eat app. Remember; you can download the app free, create an account, choose State Tech as your location and begin making orders through the app. As of this moment in time, students are not able to use flex points in the current system.

Blood Drive – Save the date (Wednesday, March 1, 2023)

TalkCampus

TalkCampus is a FREE app where you can be a part of a safe, supportive community any time of day, anywhere in the world. Ahead of the Christmas Holiday, we wanted to remind you that you have 24/7 access to support through TalkCampus, a global community of students that you can connect with and feel inspired by. TalkCampus is a safe place where you can talk completely anonymously about whatever you may be going through. TalkCampus isn’t run by us and we won’t know if you are using it. You can use TalkCampus no matter where you are in the world, and you can connect in up to 26 different languages. Your student email address will give you free access, just download TalkCampus from the app stores or using the following link; https://www.talkcampus.io/sign-up

Student Token Events: Black History Month

Do not forget movie night next Tuesday, February 28, 2023 at 6:00 PM in the Vehicle and Power Center. This week, we will be screening of Hidden Figures. Three brilliant African-American women at NASA — Katherine Johnson, Dorothy Vaughan and Mary Jackson — serve as the brains behind one of the greatest operations in history: the launch of astronaut John Glenn into orbit, a stunning achievement that restored the nation’s confidence, turned around the Space Race and galvanized the world.

Open Door Policy

It has been a busy week. It is normal for students to have many questions. If you have questions or concerns that you would like addressed, please do not hesitate to write me an e-mail (chris.bowser@statetechmo.edu), give me a call (573) 897-5201 (leave a message if I’m not able to answer), or stop by my office in Nilges Technology Center, Room 109.

Welcome back! We hope you enjoyed your three-day weekend away from campus. We are down to two weeks (this week and next week) before we will be on Spring Break (Spring Break is March 6-10^th). That is exciting news, but it also means we are just two weeks from mid-term. It is important that you continue to attend all classes and turn in all assignments. If you are struggling with anything, we want you to reach out to the resources we have on campus. Work hard this week and please take some time outside of class to attend different events. Today we have a State Tech Adulting event at lunch in the Vehicle & Power Center. Bring your lunch and join in on the conversation. Check out the other events we have this week below.

Breaking News: We are postponing the car show that was scheduled for tomorrow (Wednesday) to later in the spring. Please be on the lookout for more information soon.

State Tech Adulting Event (Today at NOON)

Join us next for our next State Tech Adulting education and awareness event. Talk Saves Lives will cover the most up-to-date research, prevention, and what we can all do to fight suicide. Participants will learn the common risk factors, how to spot warning signs, and how to keep ourselves safe.

POLAR PLUNGE to Support Special Olympics

Stop by today from 2:00 – 5:00 PM in the ITC Quad. Here are the list of campus celebrities who have volunteered to get dunked for a good cause. Let’s see how much we can raise for the Special Olympics!

1:45pm – Carilyn

2:00pm – Kelsey  

2:15pm – Shiann

2:30pm – Mason

2:45pm – Hanna

3:00pm – Ben

3:15pm – Amy

3:30pm – Brandon

3:45-4:00pm – Jess

Campus Events Next Week

We hope to see many students, faculty, and staff kick-off their weekend with ice-skating on the OCCC Patio! Have questions; please reach out to Cameron Carter (cameron.carter@statetechmo.edu). He can fill you in on the details of the event.

Starbucks now on the Order + Eat App

Campus Dining Services has added Starbucks to the Order + eat app. Remember; you can download the app free, create an account, choose State Tech as your location and begin making orders through the app. As of this moment in time, students are not able to use flex points in the current system.

Drop deadline- first 8-week course is approaching.  The deadline to drop a first 8-week course with a WD grade is Tuesday, February 21.  You must submit a completed Add/Drop form to the Records Office, ITC 101, by 5:00 PM Tuesday, February 21.

Blood Drive – Save the date (Wednesday, March 1, 2023)

Open Door Policy

It has been a busy week. It is normal for students to have many questions. If you have questions or concerns that you would like addressed, please do not hesitate to write me an e-mail (chris.bowser@statetechmo.edu), give me a call (573) 897-5201 (leave a message if I’m not able to answer), or stop by my office in Nilges Technology Center, Room 109.

Three-Day Weekend (President’s Day)

We are closing in on the end of another week of classes at State Tech. We hope you are attending classes and turning in all assignments. Those are the two most important steps you can take in each class to ensure success. When you come across a topic where you struggle, please connect with your instructors. You can connect after class, during office hours, or through email/phone calls. They care about your success and want to know when you are struggling. If you need additional assistance, please stop by the ARC and ask our FREE tutors for assistance. Finally, if you need to speak to anyone about anything outside the classroom, please connect with our Counseling Services team. We are all here to help you have a successful experience at State Tech! Enjoy your three-day weekend.

Campus Closed Monday for President’s Day

Presidents’ Day is observed annually on the third Monday in February. In 2023, Presidents’ Day will be celebrated on Monday, February 20. We will return to classes on Tuesday, February 21, 2023. Enjoy the additional day away from campus. The Activity Center will be open.

Unacceptable Language on Campus

We have received a report about a racist slur being used on our campus. There is no circumstance in which any racial slur is acceptable on this campus. There is no use of any slur that does not provoke anger, fear, sadness, and alienation in those who are targeted. It also evokes outrage in those who condemn racist language. That should include all of us. We strongly condemn the use of racists slurs on campus at State Tech. We strive to be an environment where students of all backgrounds can feel safe earning a degree in their chosen field. Our administration continues to investigate the report and plan to offer corrective action to identify the behavior and prevent its recurrence. That type of language has no place on our campus.

If you would like to make a report of behavior that violates our campus standards and code of conduct, you can report 24 hours a day through Ready to Report. Someone from our team will review your concerns and follow-up with you so we can fully understand your concerns.

If you or someone you know is struggling, do not ever hesitate to reach out for help. Our counselors are here to support you and listen to concerns you have and offer resources. You can reach out to the following members of our team:

• Becca Mehmert is available at (573) 897-5228
• Jason Hoffmeyer is available at (573) 897-5110
• Mandy Adams is available at (573) 897-5244

Anonymous Reporting

Recently our team has received several reports anonymously through our Ready to Report forms. We are appreciative students take the time to report incidents they believe need to be investigate. Our team investigates all reports received thoroughly. However, an anonymous report does not allow our team to reply and ask questions for additional information or clarity that may aid us in our investigation. In addition, we will not be able to provide follow-up to provide resolution information to concerned students.

It is important for our team for you to know State Tech has a strong non-retaliation policy that protects students from reporting and participating in campus investigations.

All students have a right to reasonable protection from retaliation, intimidation and/or harassment. Students who believe they have experienced retaliation, intimidation and/or harassment are encouraged to seek assistance from the Vice President of Student Affairs or the College Counselors. Students can find assistance on filing complaint charges through the Ready to Report page.

If you have questions about this topic, please reach out to Dr. Bowser or our Counseling team. Thank you.

Starbucks now on the Order + Eat App

Campus Dining Services has added Starbucks to the Order + eat app. Remember; you can download the app free, create an account, choose State Tech as your location and begin making orders through the app. As of this moment in time, students are not able to use flex points in the current system.

Drop deadline- first 8-week course is approaching.  The deadline to drop a first 8-week course with a WD grade is Tuesday, February 21.  You must submit a completed Add/Drop form to the Records Office, ITC 101, by 5:00 PM Tuesday, February 21.

State Tech Adulting Event – Talk Saves Lives

Join us next for our next State Tech Adulting education and awareness event. Talk Saves Lives will cover the most up-to-date research, prevention, and what we can all do to fight suicide. Participants will learn the common risk factors, how to spot warning signs, and how to keep ourselves safe.

Campus Events Next Week

Blood Drive – Save the date (Wednesday, March 1, 2023)

Open Door Policy

It has been a busy week. It is normal for students to have many questions. If you have questions or concerns that you would like addressed, please do not hesitate to write me an e-mail (chris.bowser@statetechmo.edu), give me a call (573) 897-5201 (leave a message if I’m not able to answer), or stop by my office in Nilges Technology Center, Room 109.

Welcome Back to Classes

We hope you all had a relaxing weekend away from campus and enjoyed time with family and friends. In case you missed it, the Kansas City Chiefs won Super Bowl 57 by a score of 38-35 over the Philadelphia Eagles. This week, we are just THREE weeks away from mid-term and Spring Break. Please attend all classes and ask for help when you need it. We have our team of counselors and tutors ready to assist. You just need to reach out and let them know you could use a little assistance. Keep it up! You are doing fantastic. Have a productive week of classes and blow off some steam at our campus activities after classes. #workhardplayhard

Work Hard

We are noticing more reports from faculty about students being absent from class. They are sending in Early Alerts to our team. We are reaching out by text and email to get in contact with students to see if they need assistance to get back on track. If you receive an email and a text from our team, please reply and let them know if you need assistance. Open communication is the best way for us to help you with questions. The best thing you can do at this point in the semester is attend all classes and talk to your instructors about why you were absent. Then, connect with your assigned Counselor or stop by the ARC in the Library to work on topics you are struggling with in class. We want you to succeed, but getting the help you need is up to you.

Financial Aid Credit Balance Refunds

Please make sure you have all steps completed for Financial Aid. If you are due to receive a credit balance refund, they will be ready (depending on your program) February 15, 2023 (this Wednesday).

If you need to check your financial aid status, please stop by the Financial Aid Office in the ITC Rotunda between 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (9:30 AM – 5:00 PM on Thursdays).

Spring 2023 Balances (Tuition & Fees Due)

A finance charge equal to 2% of the balance due will be added on February 16^th (this Thursday) to all student accounts with a Spring 2023 balance. Please log in to myTech to view your account and make sure you do not have an outstanding balance.

If you currently have a balance due for the Spring 2023 semester and are unable to pay the balance in full, you can choose to make payments through an interest free payment plan by contacting the Cashier at (573) 897-5121 or billing@statetechmo.edu.

Payments can be made at the Cashier’s Office window, through your myTech account, over the phone by calling (573) 897-5121, or by mailing a check to the following address:

State Technical College of Missouri

            Attn: Cashier

            One Technology Drive

            Linn, MO 65051

Tax Information: 1098-T Forms

The Cashier’s Office would like to let student know that 1098-T forms will be available by 1/31/23.  1098-T’s will be mailed to the address on file to all students and will also be posted on myTech. Students will receive an email notification as soon as they are available in myTech. They should login and navigate to myFinancial information to find the form.

Play Hard – NBA All-Star Week Events

The NBA All-Star Break is this week, and in celebration, we have five skills competitions to see who we can crown as the State Tech All-Star Week Champion! Scan the QR code, sign up and compete to win each one of these events! Who will win?

State Tech Lunch & Learn – Solving Word Problems (Tuesday)

Join the ARC Tutors for a lunch and learn on Tuesday, February 14, 2023 from Noon – 1:00 PM. Students are invited to bring your lunch and learn how to solve word problems. This lunch and learn is a part of the State Tech #adulting series.

Ice Skating Event – Save the Date (February 24, 2023)

Join us on Friday, February 24, 2023 from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM as we transform the OCCC Patio into an iceless skating rink. Click here to see what the iceless rink looks like on a different campus. Its great slippery skating fun, enjoyed outside, in any weather.

Fantasy NASCAR

Join our NASCAR Fantasy LIVE League that will run the entire season. The first race for points is the Daytona 500, Sunday, February 19, 2023. You must have an account created and join our league before that date. Follow the directions below to create an account and join our league.

• Go to NASCAR Fantasy

Click on “Play NOW”

• Log In OR Create an account (please use your real name in your team name so we can award tokens)
• Join the State Tech league (search for State Tech)
• Enter league password: Tech2023

Make your picks weekly to earn points and win the championship. Good luck!

Polar Plunge to Benefit Special Olympics Missouri

Come help us raise money to support Special Olympics Missouri! Tuesday, February 21, 2023 from 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM, get the chance to dunk State Tech staff and students for a great cause! Food will be available for purchase ($10) and there is a 50/50 raffle!

Student Token Events: Black History Month

Do not forget movie night on Wednesday at 6:00 PM in the Vehicle and Power Center. This week, we will be screening the 2019 film Harriet. This film is based on true events surrounding the life of abolitionist Harriet Tubman. Harriet guided slaves to freedom as a conductor on the Underground Railroad. She personally freed over 70 slaves and served as a Union spy during the Civil War.

Open Door Policy

It has been a busy week. It is normal for students to have many questions. If you have questions or concerns that you would like addressed, please do not hesitate to write me an e-mail (chris.bowser@statetechmo.edu), give me a call (573) 897-5201 (leave a message if I’m not able to answer), or stop by my office in Nilges Technology Center, Room 109.

Class Attendance and Academic Resources

We hope everyone had a great week of classes. We are now just THREE more weeks until Spring Break. We are noticing more reports from faculty about students being absent from class. They are sending in Early Alerts to our team. We are reaching out by text and email to get in contact with students to see if they need assistance to get back on track. If you receive an email and a text from our team, please reply and let them know if you need assistance. Open communication is the best way for us to help you with questions. The best thing you can do at this point in the semester is attend all classes and talk to your instructors about why you were absent. Then, connect with your assigned Counselor or stop by the ARC in the Library to work on topics you are struggling with in class. We want you to succeed, but getting the help you need is up to you.

Super Bowl Weekend

The Chiefs are playing in the Super Bowl this weekend. Kick-off is Sunday at 5:30 PM. If you did not know, Tyler Gosney, a 2014 graduate from the State Tech Commercial Turf & Grounds Management program is a member of the Chiefs Grounds Crew and one of his responsibilities is to paint logos at Arrowhead Stadium. Cheer on the Chiefs and help Tyler get a 2^nd Super Bowl Championship ring! Go Chiefs!

NBA All-Star Week Events

The NBA All-Star Break is this week, and in celebration, we have five skills competitions to see who we can crown as the State Tech All-Star Week Champion! Scan the QR code, sign up and compete to win each one of these events!

State Tech Lunch & Learn – Solving Word Problems

Join the ARC Tutors for a lunch and learn on Tuesday, February 14, 2023 from Noon – 1:00 PM. Students are invited to bring your lunch and learn how to solve word problems. This lunch and learn is a part of the State Tech #adulting series.

February is Healthy Relationship Month

February: Healthy Relationships Month

During the Month of February, we celebrate Valentine’s Day. The month is also designated as Healthy Relationships Month. Healthy Relationships Month encourages us to focus on creating positive relationships across our campus.

Why are healthy relationships important?

Positive human connection plays an important role in maintaining our emotional-physical health, wellbeing, and growth. In fact, research has shown that positive relationships encourage us to embrace and pursue opportunities that foster a sense of purpose and meaning in life. This is primarily because of the support that comes from a healthy relationship. In the face of adversity, healthy relationships and the positive support they offer, not only buffer us from the harms of stress but also allow us to flourish despite these harms.

Healthy Relationships vs. Unhealthy Relationships

Healthy relationships allow the individuals in the relationship to feel supported and connected but still feel independent. They involve honesty, trust, respect and open communication between partners and take effort and compromise from both people.

Unhealthy relationships are relationships where one or more of the people involved exhibits behaviors that are not healthy and are not founded in mutual respect for the other person. Unhealthy relationships are not necessarily abusive relationships, but they can be. They also are not limited to romantic relationships. Unhealthy relationships include but are not limited to friendships and relationships with family members.

Be on the lookout for Healthy Relationships #adulting sessions later in February. If you or someone you know is experiencing an unhealthy relationship and need someone to talk to, do not hesitate to reach out to our Counseling Services team.

Care Packages

Just in time for Valentine’s Day. Care packages are available for purchase through Campus Cube. Send someone a care package to let them know you are thinking about them and hope all is going well at State Tech. Click here to check out different options. Shipping is FREE to campus. 15% of all purchases goes to support the State Tech Food Pantry. Students who need food items can contact their counselor and access food. Thanks for supporting your students and the State Tech Food Pantry!

Student Government Association – APPLY to be an Officer

Would you like to be an SGA Officer next year? Scan the QR code and complete the application. If you have questions about the roles available on the SGA Officer team, please don’t hesitate to contact Cameron Carter at cameron.carter@statetechmo.edu or stop by the Activity Center to ask questions about the opportunity. Officer positions are paid positions.

SGA Officers play a vital role in helping shape the events calendar for the year and bring concerns to the SGA and Intramural Coordinator and the Vice President for Student Affairs.

We hope to see many students interested in running for election.

Paying Attention Winners

Last night, we hosted a movie night in celebration of Black History Month. I received movie reviews from several students in attendance and they are the winners of the Paying Attention Award this week.

• Ariana Nordman
• Aiden Jones
• Brian Roark
• Robert Johnson
• Jenna Hale
• Perry Scott
• Adam Winkelman

If you stop by the Bookstore and tell them you are the a winner of the Paying Attention Award this week, they will have a prize for you. Thanks for attending the movie and writing reviews.

Open Door Policy

It has been a busy week. It is normal for students to have many questions. If you have questions or concerns that you would like addressed, please do not hesitate to write me an e-mail (chris.bowser@statetechmo.edu), give me a call (573) 897-5201 (leave a message if I’m not able to answer), or stop by my office in Nilges Technology Center, Room 109.

We hope everyone had a great weekend with family and friends. Today, we are just FOUR weeks from the end of the first 8-week session of classes and SPRING BREAK (March 6-10). Please continue to attend classes and ask for help where you find yourself struggling. The ARC is open this week until 7:00 PM through Thursday and until 5:00 PM on Friday. Please stop in and ask our FREE tutors for help in the classes where you need some additional clarification. Have a great week!

Cover Letter and Resume Help

Would you like the friendly team in the ARC to work with you to create a great cover letter and resume prior to the Career Expo?

Stop in and before the Career Expo on February 8, 2023 and let Desiree and Lorinda help you build a great cover letter and resume.

They are open Monday – Friday for cover letter and resume help from 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM!

2023 State Tech Career Expo

The 2023 State Tech Career Expo is scheduled for Wednesday, February 8, 2023 from 9:00 am – 11:30 am and 1:30 pm – 4:00 pm in the State Tech Activity Center.  Watch for emails from Scott Peters and the Career Services Office for more details about the upcoming expo.  A preliminary list of employers has been sent via email earlier this week.  If you have questions about the Career Expo, contact Scott Peters, Career Services Office, scott.peters@statetechmo.edu or 573.897.5159.

Unofficial Transcripts for Career Expo

With the job fair approaching, it would be a good idea to view and print an unofficial transcript on myTech. This is something you can share with employers (in addition to your resume) that help show the course work you have completed in your time at State Tech.

Student instructions for viewing and printing unofficial transcripts can be found in the Resources section of myTech.

Career Expo Parking – Please begin planning now

Next Wednesday, February 8, 2023, State Tech will host the Career Expo. 300 employers will be on campus talking to students about career options in their programs of study.

The Activity Center and Osage County Community Center (OCCC) Parking lots will be closed on February 8, 2023. The lots are reserved for the Career Expo and will be coned off.  Please do not park in these lots. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

Tax Information: 1098-T Forms

The Cashier’s Office would like to let student know that 1098-T forms will be available by 1/31/23.  1098-T’s will be mailed to the address on file to all students and will also be posted on myTech. Students will receive an email notification as soon as they are available in myTech. They should login and navigate to myFinancial information to find the form.

Graduation Requirements (Action Items Needed to Graduate)

State Tech has certain assessment requirements for graduation and that must be met before graduating.

• CIVIC Assessment Requirement – This is a state requirement which you can complete by logging into Canvas.  This is a 50 question exam with a study guide available for you to review in Canvas.  You must get a 70% or higher to meet this graduation requirement.  You will continue to be enrolled in this Civics course until you meet the graduation requirement.

• CBASE Assessment Requirement – This is a State Tech graduation requirement for students graduating with an Associate of Applied Science and Associates of Science.  You will be enrolled in this course based on your graduation semester and year.  Only students expecting to graduate or are currently working on a plan to complete academic requirements in the Spring 2023 will have access to this course.  You must have this exam completed prior to the end of the semester.

Advising Worksheets

Students have the ability to monitor their degree progress in myTech now.  This is a new feature that has been added to the “myAdvising Information” page under the “myDegree Progress” portal.  Select “View All Details” and then the “Advising Worksheet” link.  You will see the following information:

• Course Placement – This will show you where you have placed in the development sequence for Communication, Math, and Reading.

• General Education Course Requirements – This will show you the general education course requirements for your degree.
• Technical Course Requirements – This will show you the technical course requirements for your degree.  These could be broken down into different categories:  Program, Core, and Graduation
• Tests – This will show you the graduation assessment (test) requirements for your degree. This is where you will see the Civics and CBASE requirements along with additional requirements based on degree.

Please see the “Code Key” at the bottom of the page to see what the requirement status is for each requirement.

Summer Classes Ready to Be Confirmed

Students who have required summer coursework have been pre-registered in their course(s).  Students should log into myTech and complete their Terms and Conditions and Summer schedule confirmation.  Students with hold(s) should resolve ASAP so they can confirm their schedule.  Students should confirm their summer schedule by Friday, February 24.  Students who are pre-registered must complete the schedule confirmation.  If students want to take course(es) outside of their education plan, they can meet with their advisor to complete an Add form and submit to the Records Office, ITC101.

MOBILE DEVICE INSTRUCTIONS

Log into mytech.statetechmo.edu/ics

• Username = firstname.lastname@iam.statetechmo.edu
• Password = Email Password

Select the hamburger icon in the upper left corner and then select “Student”

Financial Aid Credit Balance Refunds

Please make sure you have all steps completed for Financial Aid. If you are due to receive a credit balance refund, they will be ready (depending on your program) February 15, 2023.

If you need to check your financial aid status, please stop by the Financial Aid Office in the ITC Rotunda between 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (9:30 AM – 5:00 PM on Thursdays).

Spring 2023 Balances (Tuition & Fees Due)

A finance charge equal to 2% of the balance due will be added on February 16 to all student accounts with a Spring 2023 balance. Please log in to myTech to view your account and make sure you do not have an outstanding balance.

If you currently have a balance due for the Spring 2023 semester and are unable to pay the balance in full, you can choose to make payments through an interest free payment plan by contacting the Cashier at (573) 897-5121 or billing@statetechmo.edu.

Payments can be made at the Cashier’s Office window, through your myTech account, over the phone by calling (573) 897-5121, or by mailing a check to the following address:

State Technical College of Missouri

            Attn: Cashier

            One Technology Drive

            Linn, MO 65051

Tax Information: 1098-T Forms

The Cashier’s Office would like to let student know that 1098-T forms will be available by 1/31/23.  1098-T’s will be mailed to the address on file to all students and will also be posted on myTech. Students will receive an email notification as soon as they are available in myTech. They should login and navigate to myFinancial information to find the form.

Care Packages

Just in time for Valentine’s Day. Care packages are available for purchase through Campus Cube. Send someone a care package to let them know you are thinking about them and hope all is going well at State Tech. Click here to check out different options. Shipping is FREE to campus. 15% of all purchases goes to support the State Tech Food Pantry. Students who need food items can contact their counselor and access food. Thanks for supporting your students and the State Tech Food Pantry!

Student Government Association – APPLY to be an Officer

Would you like to be an SGA Officer next year? Scan the QR code and complete the application. If you have questions about the roles available on the SGA Officer team, please don’t hesitate to contact Cameron Carter at cameron.carter@statetechmo.edu or stop by the Activity Center to ask questions about the opportunity. Officer positions are paid positions.

SGA Officers play a vital role in helping shape the events calendar for the year and bring concerns to the SGA and Intramural Coordinator and the Vice President for Student Affairs.

We hope to see many students interested in running for election.

Student Token Events: Black History Month

Paying Attention Award

State Tech puts together the Staying in Touch series each week in an effort to keep all students informed about events and activities taking place on campus in addition to important dates, and other college knowledge. Today, we begin to have a little fun as well. We want to see how many are paying attention on a Monday.

This week, attend the Black History Month movie on Thursday night. The first two students to send me a move review about Son of the South by email at chris.bowser@statetechmo.edu will receive a prize. FYI, the movie begins at 7:00 PM and has a running time of 1 hour and 45 minutes. So emails before 8:45 PM on Thursday will not be accepted. You also must have scanned the QR code and attended the movie to be eligible for this prize.

Open Door Policy

It has been a busy week. It is normal for students to have many questions. If you have questions or concerns that you would like addressed, please do not hesitate to write me an e-mail (chris.bowser@statetechmo.edu), give me a call (573) 897-5201 (leave a message if I’m not able to answer), or stop by my office in Nilges Technology Center, Room 109.

We made it to Friday! It has been a busy week in and out of the classroom. We hope you have enjoyed a productive week in your classes and taken advantage of recreation and entertainment events on campus this week. We hope you enjoy the weekend and come back to campus on Monday refreshed and ready for another week. The weather is supposed to warm up over the weekend, so do not forget to take advantage of FREE greens fees at the State Tech Golf Center and ½ price buckets at the Driving Range. Today, we have some important information about graduation requirements and Commencement. Please let us know if you have any questions.

Commencement Date & Times – Cap & Gown Ordering

Commencement is Saturday, May 13.  Please check our commencement webpage for updated information at https://statetechmo.edu/commencement/.

Ceremony times are:

9:00 a.m.

• Automotive Collision Technology
• Automation & Robotics Technology
• Automotive Technology
• Aviation Maintenance
• Electronics Engineering Technology
• General Technology/MFA
• Heavy Equipment Technology
• Medium/Heavy Truck Technology
• Powersports Technology
• Precision Machining Technology
• Welding Technology

12:00 p.m.

• Commercial Turf & Grounds Management
• Civil Construction Technology
• Civil Engineering Technology
• Drafting and Design Engineering Technology
• Electrical Distribution Systems
• Electrical Technology
• Electric Power Generation Technology
• Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning Technology
• Nuclear Technology
• Utility Systems Technician

3:00 p.m.

• Business Administration
• Computer Application Development
• Dental Assisting Technology
• Heavy Equipment Operations
• Medical Radiologic Technology
• Networking Systems Technology
• Nursing (Associate Degree in Nursing)
• Physical Therapist Assistant
• Practical Nursing Technology

Cap and gowns will be ordered on March 1.  If you have not already applied, please apply immediately by logging into myTech.  If you need assistance, please visit the Records Office.

The graduation application is found under myForms in myTech.

Graduation Requirements (Action Items Needed to Graduate)

State Tech has certain assessment requirements for graduation and that must be met before graduating.

CIVIC Assessment Requirement – This is a state requirement which you can complete by logging into Canvas.  This is a 50 question exam with a study guide available for you to review in Canvas.  You must get a 70% or higher to meet this graduation requirement.  You will continue to be enrolled in this Civics course until you meet the graduation requirement.

CBASE Assessment Requirement – This is a State Tech graduation requirement for students graduating with an Associate of Applied Science and Associates of Science.  You will be enrolled in this course based on your graduation semester and year.  Only students expecting to graduate or are currently working on a plan to complete academic requirements in the Spring 2023 will have access to this course.  You must have this exam completed prior to the end of the semester.

Advising Worksheets

Students have the ability to monitor their degree progress in myTech now.  This is a new feature that has been added to the “myAdvising Information” page under the “myDegree Progress” portal.  Select “View All Details” and then the “Advising Worksheet” link.  You will see the following information:

• Course Placement – This will show you where you have placed in the development sequence for Communication, Math, and Reading.
• General Education Course Requirements – This will show you the general education course requirements for your degree.
• Technical Course Requirements – This will show you the technical course requirements for your degree.  These could be broken down into different categories:  Program, Core, and Graduation
• Tests – This will show you the graduation assessment (test) requirements for your degree. This is where you will see the Civics and CBASE requirements along with additional requirements based on degree.

Please see the “Code Key” at the bottom of the page to see what the requirement status is for each requirement.

Cover Letter and Resume Help

Would you like the friendly team in the ARC to work with you to create a great cover letter and resume prior to the Career Expo?

Stop in and before the Career Expo on February 8, 2023 and let Desiree and Lorinda help you build a great cover letter and resume.

They are open Monday – Friday for cover letter and resume help from 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM!

Tax Information: 1098-T Forms

The Cashier’s Office would like to let student know that 1098-T forms will be available by 1/31/23.  1098-T’s will be mailed to the address on file to all students and will also be posted on myTech. Students will receive an email notification as soon as they are available in myTech. They should login and navigate to myFinancial information to find the form.

2023 State Tech Career Expo

The 2023 State Tech Career Expo is scheduled for Wednesday, February 8, 2023 from 9:00 am – 11:30 am and 1:30 pm – 4:00 pm in the State Tech Activity Center.  Watch for emails from Scott Peters and the Career Services Office for more details about the upcoming expo.  A preliminary list of employers has been sent via email earlier this week.  If you have questions about the Career Expo, contact Scott Peters, Career Services Office, scott.peters@statetechmo.edu or 573.897.5159.

Unofficial Transcripts for Career Expo

With the job fair approaching, it would be a good idea to view and print an unofficial transcript on myTech. This is something you can share with employers (in addition to your resume) that help show the course work you have completed in your time at State Tech.

Student instructions for viewing and printing unofficial transcripts can be found in the Resources section of myTech.

Summer Classes Ready to Be Confirmed

Students who have required summer coursework have been pre-registered in their course(s).  Students should log into myTech and complete their Terms and Conditions and Summer schedule confirmation.  Students with hold(s) should resolve ASAP so they can confirm their schedule.  Students should confirm their summer schedule by Friday, February 24.  Students who are pre-registered must complete the schedule confirmation.  If students want to take course(es) outside of their education plan, they can meet with their advisor to complete an Add form and submit to the Records Office, ITC101.

MOBILE DEVICE INSTRUCTIONS

Log into mytech.statetechmo.edu/ics

• Username = firstname.lastname@iam.statetechmo.edu
• Password = Email Password

Select the hamburger icon in the upper left corner and then select “Student”

Financial Aid Credit Balance Refunds

Please make sure you have all steps completed for Financial Aid. If you are due to receive a credit balance refund, they will be ready (depending on your program) February 15, 2023.

If you need to check your financial aid status, please stop by the Financial Aid Office in the ITC Rotunda between 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (9:30 AM – 5:00 PM on Thursdays).

Spring 2023 Balances (Tuition & Fees Due)

A finance charge equal to 2% of the balance due will be added on February 16 to all student accounts with a Spring 2023 balance. Please log in to myTech to view your account and make sure you do not have an outstanding balance.

If you currently have a balance due for the Spring 2023 semester and are unable to pay the balance in full, you can choose to make payments through an interest free payment plan by contacting the Cashier at (573) 897-5121 or billing@statetechmo.edu.

Payments can be made at the Cashier’s Office window, through your myTech account, over the phone by calling (573) 897-5121, or by mailing a check to the following address:

State Technical College of Missouri

            Attn: Cashier

            One Technology Drive

            Linn, MO 65051

Soup and Chili Cook-Off (FREE DINNER)

Are you interested in a community dinner? St. John’s UMC is hosting a Soup

and Chili Cook-Off on February 6^th from 5-7pm. All State Tech students are welcome.

Resident Assistant Application (RA’s receive FREE room in exchange for their work)

Are you interested in becoming a leader within the State Tech on-campus community?

Becoming a Resident Assistant (RA) at State Tech is a great way to get involved on campus and make a difference in the lives of your fellow students. Resident Assistants plan activities, foster a sense of community, and provide a safe environment for all residents. State Tech RA’s receive a housing waiver valued at the cost of a double room assignment.

Please refer to the application link below if you are interested. Applications submitted before February 15^th, 2022 will receive priority consideration. Please reach out to housing@statetechmo.edu with any questions.

Resident Assistant Application

Care Packages

Just in time for Valentine’s Day. Care packages are available for purchase through Campus Cube. Send someone a care package to let them know you are thinking about them and hope all is going well at State Tech. Click here to check out different options. Shipping is FREE to campus. 15% of all purchases goes to support the State Tech Food Pantry. Students who need food items can contact their counselor and access food. Thanks for supporting your students and the State Tech Food Pantry!

Student Government Association – APPLY to be an Officer

Would you like to be an SGA Officer next year? Scan the QR code and complete the application. If you have questions about the roles available on the SGA Officer team, please don’t hesitate to contact Cameron Carter at cameron.carter@statetechmo.edu or stop by the Activity Center to ask questions about the opportunity. Officer positions are paid positions.

SGA Officers play a vital role in helping shape the events calendar for the year and bring concerns to the SGA and Intramural Coordinator and the Vice President for Student Affairs.

We hope to see many students interested in running for election.

February Activity Center Fitness Schedule

Scholarships

Are you interested in applying additional scholarships to your student account balance? All you need to do is complete 1 application and you will be automatically qualified for all of the scholarships for which you meet the criteria! Super easy, right? Please apply by March 15^th!

Apply Now!

Student Token Events: Black History Month

Tokens Have Arrived

Our State Tech Tokens have arrived! We are getting ready to hand these out so you will be ready to bid on items in our silent auction and at the End of the Year BBQ. !
SGA Officers are busy gathering prizes that will be up that you will be able to use tokens to purchase. There will be prizes to purchase for every token level. Do not stop earning tokens. The more you earn, the more things you will be able to purchase during the event. Think of it like a Dave & Busters. We will have prizes for everyone to purchase.

PS5 – Token Silent Auction Item

We have our first item for the end of the year BBQ and Silent Auction! How can you make this PS5 yours? Keep attending all of our token events, check-in using the QR code, and then attend the BBQ & Silent Auction and make your bid! The more tokens you earn, the better the chance to take this PS5 home with you! Be on the lookout for more token events in the coming weeks!

Open Door Policy

It has been a busy week. It is normal for students to have many questions. If you have questions or concerns that you would like addressed, please do not hesitate to write me an e-mail (chris.bowser@statetechmo.edu), give me a call (573) 897-5201 (leave a message if I’m not able to answer), or stop by my office in Nilges Technology Center, Room 109.

Happy Monday! We are now officially 5 weeks away from Spring Break. The weeks go by quickly during the Spring semester. So please make sure you are attending all classes, turning in all assignments, and asking for help when you need it.

Visit the ARC & Library

Our offices are open all week for students who have questions about resources to succeed inside and outside the classroom. Make sure you utilize our Library & ARC for FREE services. The ARC is open until 7:00 PM today through Thursday and the Library remains open until 8:00 PM through Thursday. Both offices are open until 5:00 PM on Fridays. Make spending some time in the ARC a priority and it will pay dividends later in the semester.

Cover Letter and Resume Help

Would you like the friendly team in the ARC to work with you to create a great cover letter and resume prior to the Career Expo?

Stop in and before the Career Expo on February 8, 2023 and let Desiree and Lorinda help you build a great cover letter and resume.

They are open Monday – Friday for cover letter and resume help from 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM!

Tax Information: 1098-T Forms

The Cashier’s Office would like to let student know that 1098-T forms will be available by 1/31/23.  1098-T’s will be mailed to the address on file to all students and will also be posted on myTech. Students will receive an email notification as soon as they are available in myTech. They should login and navigate to myFinancial information to find the form.

2023 State Tech Career Expo

The 2023 State Tech Career Expo is scheduled for Wednesday, February 8, 2023 from 9:00 am – 11:30 am and 1:30 pm – 4:00 pm in the State Tech Activity Center.  Watch for emails from Scott Peters and the Career Services Office for more details about the upcoming expo.  A preliminary list of employers has been sent via email earlier this week.  If you have questions about the Career Expo, contact Scott Peters, Career Services Office, scott.peters@statetechmo.edu or 573.897.5159.

Unofficial Transcripts for Career Expo

With the job fair approaching, it would be a good idea to view and print an unofficial transcript on myTech. This is something you can share with employers (in addition to your resume) that help show the course work you have completed in your time at State Tech.

Student instructions for viewing and printing unofficial transcripts can be found in the Resources section of myTech.

Summer Classes Ready to Be Confirmed

Students who have required summer coursework have been pre-registered in their course(s).  Students should log into myTech and complete their Terms and Conditions and Summer schedule confirmation.  Students with hold(s) should resolve ASAP so they can confirm their schedule.  Students should confirm their summer schedule by Friday, February 24.  Students who are pre-registered must complete the schedule confirmation.  If students want to take course(es) outside of their education plan, they can meet with their advisor to complete an Add form and submit to the Records Office, ITC101.

MOBILE DEVICE INSTRUCTIONS

Log into mytech.statetechmo.edu/ics

• Username = firstname.lastname@iam.statetechmo.edu
• Password = Email Password

Select the hamburger icon in the upper left corner and then select “Student”

Financial Aid Credit Balance Refunds

Please make sure you have all steps completed for Financial Aid. If you are due to receive a credit balance refund, they will be ready (depending on your program) February 15, 2023.

If you need to check your financial aid status, please stop by the Financial Aid Office in the ITC Rotunda between 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (9:30 AM – 5:00 PM on Thursdays).

Spring 2023 Balances (Tuition & Fees Due)

A finance charge equal to 2% of the balance due will be added on February 16 to all student accounts with a Spring 2023 balance. Please log in to myTech to view your account and make sure you do not have an outstanding balance.

If you currently have a balance due for the Spring 2023 semester and are unable to pay the balance in full, you can choose to make payments through an interest free payment plan by contacting the Cashier at (573) 897-5121 or billing@statetechmo.edu.

Payments can be made at the Cashier’s Office window, through your myTech account, over the phone by calling (573) 897-5121, or by mailing a check to the following address:

State Technical College of Missouri

            Attn: Cashier

            One Technology Drive

            Linn, MO 65051

Soup and Chili Cook-Off (FREE Community Dinner)

Are you interested in a community dinner? St. John’s UMC is hosting a Soup and Chili Cook-Off on February 6^th from 5-7pm. All State Tech students are welcome.

Worship Night

Are you interested in joining a Christian fellowship with other State Tech students? Check out the Worship Night at the OCCC on Thursday February 2^nd at 7:00pm!

Resident Assistant Application

Are you interested in becoming a leader within the State Tech on-campus community?

Becoming a Resident Assistant (RA) at State Tech is a great way to get involved on campus and make a difference in the lives of your fellow students. Resident Assistants plan activities, foster a sense of community, and provide a safe environment for all residents. State Tech RA’s receive a housing waiver valued at the cost of a double room assignment.

Please refer to the application link below if you are interested. Applications submitted before February 15^th, 2022 will receive priority consideration. Please reach out to housing@statetechmo.edu with any questions.

Resident Assistant Application

Student Government Association – APPLY to be an Officer

Would you like to be an SGA Officer next year? Scan the QR code and complete the application. If you have questions about the roles available on the SGA Officer team, please don’t hesitate to contact Cameron Carter at cameron.carter@statetechmo.edu or stop by the Activity Center to ask questions about the opportunity.

SGA Officers play a vital role in helping shape the events calendar for the year and bring concerns to the SGA and Intramural Coordinator and the Vice President for Student Affairs.

We hope to see many students interested in running for election.

February Activity Center Fitness Schedule

Scholarships

Are you interested in applying additional scholarships to your student account balance? All you need to do is complete 1 application and you will be automatically qualified for all of the scholarships for which you meet the criteria! Super easy, right? Please apply by March 15^th!

Apply Now!

Student Token Events: Black History Month

Open Door Policy

It has been a busy week. It is normal for students to have many questions. If you have questions or concerns that you would like addressed, please do not hesitate to write me an e-mail (chris.bowser@statetechmo.edu), give me a call (573) 897-5201 (leave a message if I’m not able to answer), or stop by my office in Nilges Technology Center, Room 109.

Happy Friday! We have made it to the conclusion of another week. We are now just 5 weeks until Spring Break! The weeks go by quickly during the Spring semester. So please make sure you are attending all classes, turning in all assignments, and asking for help when you need it.

Visit the ARC & Library

Our offices are open all week for students who have questions about resources to succeed inside and outside the classroom. Make sure you utilize our Library & ARC for FREE services. The ARC is open until 7:00 PM today through Thursday and the Library remains open until 8:00 PM through Thursday. Both offices are open until 5:00 PM on Fridays. Make spending some time in the ARC a priority and it will pay dividends later in the semester.

Cover Letter and Resume Help

Would you like the friendly team in the ARC to work with you to create a great cover letter and resume prior to the Career Expo?

Stop in and before the Career Expo on February 8, 2023 and let Desiree and Lorinda help you build a great cover letter and resume.

They are open Monday – Friday for cover letter and resume help from 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM!

2023 State Tech Career Expo

The 2023 State Tech Career Expo is scheduled for Wednesday, February 8, 2023 from 9:00 am – 11:30 am and 1:30 pm – 4:00 pm in the State Tech Activity Center.  Watch for emails from Scott Peters and the Career Services Office for more details about the upcoming expo.  A preliminary list of employers has been sent via email earlier this week.  If you have questions about the Career Expo, contact Scott Peters, Career Services Office, scott.peters@statetechmo.edu or 573.897.5159.

Unofficial Transcripts for Career Expo

With the job fair approaching, it would be a good idea to view and print an unofficial transcript on myTech. This is something you can share with employers (in addition to your resume) that help show the course work you have completed in your time at State Tech.

Student instructions for viewing and printing unofficial transcripts can be found in the Resources section of myTech.

MOBILE DEVICE INSTRUCTIONS

Log into mytech.statetechmo.edu/ics

Username = firstname.lastname@iam.statetechmo.edu

Password = Email Password

Select the hamburger icon in the upper left corner and then select “Student”

AFC/NFC Championship Game Watch Party

Looking for a place to watch the games this Sunday? Come out to the State Tech Golf Center and watch the games at 2:00 PM and 5:30 PM.

Scan the QR Code below and guess the winner and final score of both games. Two students will win a $25 Gift Card to the State Tech Golf Center! (since students get 50% off buckets…this is a $50 value!

Student Government Association – APPLY to be an Officer

Would you like to be an SGA Officer next year? Scan the QR code and complete the application. If you have questions about the roles available on the SGA Officer team, please don’t hesitate to contact Cameron Carter at cameron.carter@statetechmo.edu or stop by the Activity Center to ask questions about the opportunity.

SGA Officers play a vital role in helping shape the events calendar for the year and bring concerns to the SGA and Intramural Coordinator and the Vice President for Student Affairs.

We hope to see many students interested in running for election.

Summer Classes Ready to Be Confirmed

Students who have required summer coursework have been pre-registered in their course(s).  Students should log into myTech and complete their Terms and Conditions and Summer schedule confirmation.  Students with hold(s) should resolve ASAP so they can confirm their schedule.  Students should confirm their summer schedule by Friday, February 24.  Students who are pre-registered must complete the schedule confirmation.  If students want to take course(es) outside of their education plan, they can meet with their advisor to complete an Add form and submit to the Records Office, ITC101.

MOBILE DEVICE INSTRUCTIONS

Log into mytech.statetechmo.edu/ics

• Username = firstname.lastname@iam.statetechmo.edu
• Password = Email Password
• 

Select the hamburger icon in the upper left corner and then select “Student”

Financial Aid Credit Balance Refunds

Please make sure you have all steps completed for Financial Aid. If you are due to receive a credit balance refund, they will be ready (depending on your program) February 15, 2023.

If you need to check your financial aid status, please stop by the Financial Aid Office in the ITC Rotunda between 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (9:30 AM – 5:00 PM on Thursdays).

Spring 2023 Balances (Tuition & Fees Due)

A finance charge equal to 2% of the balance due will be added on February 16 to all student accounts with a Spring 2023 balance. Please log in to myTech to view your account and make sure you do not have an outstanding balance.

If you currently have a balance due for the Spring 2023 semester and are unable to pay the balance in full, you can choose to make payments through an interest free payment plan by contacting the Cashier at (573) 897-5121 or billing@statetechmo.edu.

Payments can be made at the Cashier’s Office window, through your myTech account, over the phone by calling (573) 897-5121, or by mailing a check to the following address:

State Technical College of Missouri

     Attn: Cashier

     One Technology Drive

     Linn, MO 65051

Paying Attention Award

State Tech puts together the Staying in Touch series each week in an effort to keep all students informed about events and activities taking place on campus in addition to important dates, and other college knowledge. Today, we begin to have a little fun as well. We want to see how many are paying attention on a Friday.

The first two students to find this location and talk to the staff will win a prize. May the odds ever be in your favor.

Open Door Policy

It has been a busy week. It is normal for students to have many questions. If you have questions or concerns that you would like addressed, please do not hesitate to write me an e-mail (chris.bowser@statetechmo.edu), give me a call (573) 897-5201 (leave a message if I’m not able to answer), or stop by my office in Nilges Technology Center, Room 109.

Good afternoon all! We sincerely hope you had a great weekend and are back ready for a full week of classes. Our offices are open all week for students who have questions about resources to succeed inside and outside the classroom. Make sure you utilize our Library & ARC for FREE services. The ARC is open until 7:00 PM today through Thursday and the Library remains open until 8:00 PM through Thursday. Both offices are open until 5:00 PM on Fridays. Make spending some time in the ARC a priority and it will pay dividends later in the semester.

New order+eat campus dining app

When you’re on the go, you’re way too busy to wait in line! order+eat lets you choose what and when you want to eat from Osage Burger Company (Starbucks will be added soon) so you can skip the line, grab your freshly made meal, and get back on the move.

MADE FOR YOU
Add extra tomatoes? Skip the mayo? No problem. You can customize your order exactly to your taste.

Download the app, create an account and start ordering today!

These items have been added to the OBC daily menu

• Cheese Fries
• Mozzarella Sticks w/Marinara
• Chicken Quesadillas
• Onion Rings
• More to come in the near future

Financial Aid Credit Balance Refunds

Please make sure you have all steps completed for Financial Aid. If you are due to receive a credit balance refund, they will be ready (depending on your program) February 15, 2023.

If you need to check your financial aid status, please stop by the Financial Aid Office in the ITC Rotunda between 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (9:30 AM – 5:00 PM on Thursdays).

Spring 2023 Balances (Tuition & Fees Due)

A finance charge equal to 2% of the balance due will be added on February 16 to all student accounts with a Spring 2023 balance. Please log in to myTech to view your account and make sure you do not have an outstanding balance.

If you currently have a balance due for the Spring 2023 semester and are unable to pay the balance in full, you can choose to make payments through an interest free payment plan by contacting the Cashier at (573) 897-5121 or billing@statetechmo.edu.

Payments can be made at the Cashier’s Office window, through your myTech account, over the phone by calling (573) 897-5121, or by mailing a check to the following address:

State Technical College of Missouri

     Attn: Cashier

     One Technology Drive

     Linn, MO 65051

State Tech eSports Earns First Win

Rainbow 6 team consisting of student 1 and student 2 defeated the Dawson Community College Buccaneers from Glendive, Montana in a match 7-1. Andrew Medley, eSports Club Advisor stated, “It’s great to earn a victory on our first night of competition to set the tone for the rest of our teams this season.”

The students on the Rainbow 6 Seige team are:

• Captain: Carson Campbell
• Starter: Jacob Vogt
• Starter: Hector Wilken
• Starter: Tristan Reed
• Starter:  Logan Chandler
• Sub: Zane Wilson
• Sub: Wyatt Griesinger

State Tech had two Overwatch teams compete on Sunday night as well. Both lost their first matches of the season, but competed hard and Medley sees great potential for the Overwatch squad this season.

Tonight, Call of Duty and Rocket League teams are in action.

PTK Food Drive

PTK needs your help! PTK will be hosting our food drive January 23-27, 2023.  Monetary donations are welcome and will be forwarded to Jason and Becca to use towards stocking our food pantry.

Our goal is 300 items of food. Drop off your items or money at the library anytime that week. The winning program with the most donations will get an ice cream party. Students will be able to scan a QR code at drop off if they bring in 3 or more items.

Here’s how you can help.

• Make sure students know about this and get involved.
• Start stashing food away to donate.

Studies say that over 30% of all college students experience food insecurity at some point. The need is real. Help PTK stock the State Tech food pantry this year!

On behalf of PTK, thank you for your help.

Interested in Becoming an RA?

Are you interested in becoming a leader within the State Tech on-campus community?

Becoming a Resident Assistant (RA) at State Tech is a great way to get involved on campus and make a difference in the lives of your fellow students. The State Tech Housing team is looking for Resident Assistants who are interested in helping students get situated to life at State Tech and enhance their on-campus experience! Resident Assistants plan activities, foster a sense of community, and provide a safe environment for all residents. State Tech RA’s receive a housing waiver valued at the cost of a double room assignment ($1,850/semester). Please review the list of general RA duties below:

• Have and maintain a minimum 2.5 GPA
• Return to campus for Fall Training in mid-August (summer RA positions available also)
• Must be present for the opening and closing of on-campus housing
• Assist fellow residents with personal and educational matters
• Assist the student affairs team in various student activities
• Coordinate events for your Cottage
• Complete a rotation of duty weekdays and weekends each semester
• Maintain a safe environment for your residents
• Help build a strong and supportive community

We need RA’s for Summer & the entire 2023-2024 academic year. Please refer to the application link below if you are interested, and feel free to contact myself or your current cottage RA you have any questions about joining the housing team! Applications submitted before February 15^th, 2022 will receive priority consideration.

Resident Assistant Application

Housing Return Form (required for all residents)

Hanna Hensing

Residence Life – Student Services Coordinator

State Technical College of Missouri

Cover Letter and Resume Help

Would you like the friendly team in the ARC to work with you to create a great cover letter and resume prior to the Career Expo?

Stop in and before the Career Expo on February 8, 2023 and let Desiree and Lorinda help you build a great cover letter and resume.

They are open Monday – Friday for cover letter and resume help from 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM!

2023 State Tech Career Expo

The 2023 State Tech Career Expo is scheduled for Wednesday, February 8, 2023 from 9:00 am – 11:30 am and 1:30 pm – 4:00 pm in the State Tech Activity Center.  Watch for emails from Scott Peters and the Career Services Office for more details about the upcoming expo.  A preliminary list of employers has been sent via email earlier this week.  If you have questions about the Career Expo, contact Scott Peters, Career Services Office, scott.peters@statetechmo.edu or 573.897.5159.

Intramural Volleyball

Start getting a team together now! Games begin today, Monday, January 23, 2023. Scan the QR code to sign-up now.

Open Door Policy

It has been a busy week. It is normal for students to have many questions. If you have questions or concerns that you would like addressed, please do not hesitate to write me an e-mail (chris.bowser@statetechmo.edu), give me a call (573) 897-5201 (leave a message if I’m not able to answer), or stop by my office in Nilges Technology Center, Room 109.

Good morning all! We have come to the end of a very short instructional week. We hope you are connecting with the information being taught in your classes. If you are wanting or needing additional assistance, please make sure you take the time to get to the Academic Resource Center (ARC) in the Library. Their services are FREE and they can help put you on a path to success. Make spending some time in the ARC a priority and it will pay dividends later in the semester. We hope you have a great weekend and we will see you back in classes on Monday!

LAZER TAG TODAY

Join us TODAY from 5 – 7 PM on Friday, January 20^th in the Vehicle & Power Center for Lazer Tag! Come play Lazer Tage with us this afternoon to kick off the weekend! We hope to see you there after classes. Have a great day!

For more information, contact Cameron Carter at cameron.carter@statetechmo.edu.

Financial Aid Credit Balance Refunds

Please make sure you have all steps completed for Financial Aid. If you are due to receive a credit balance refund, they will be ready (depending on your program) February 15, 2023.

If you need to check your financial aid status, please stop by the Financial Aid Office in the ITC Rotunda between 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (9:30 AM – 5:00 PM on Thursdays).

We would also like to include a section about SP23 balances/first round of finance charges and a section about direct deposit (see attached email):

Spring 2023 Balances (Tuition & Fees Due)

A finance charge equal to 2% of the balance due will be added on February 16 to all student accounts with a Spring 2023 balance. Please log in to myTech to view your account and make sure you do not have an outstanding balance.

If you currently have a balance due for the Spring 2023 semester and are unable to pay the balance in full, you can choose to make payments through an interest free payment plan by contacting the Cashier at (573) 897-5121 or billing@statetechmo.edu.

Payments can be made at the Cashier’s Office window, through your myTech account, over the phone by calling (573) 897-5121, or by mailing a check to the following address:

State Technical College of Missouri

Attn: Cashier

One Technology Drive

Linn, MO 65051

New State Tech Branded Wallpaper

Our team in Marketing worked this week to provide some new State Tech branded wallpaper. If you want to, save one (or all) of the graphics to your phone and add it to your wallpaper or lock screen to add State Tech branding to your phone.

PTK Food Drive

PTK needs your help! PTK will be hosting our food drive January 23-27, 2023.  Monetary donations are welcome and will be forwarded to Jason and Becca to use towards stocking our food pantry.

Our goal is 300 items of food. Drop off your items or money at the library anytime that week. The winning program with the most donations will get an ice cream party. Students will be able to scan a QR code at drop off if they bring in 3 or more items.

Here’s how you can help.

• Make sure students know about this and get involved.
• Start stashing food away to donate.

Studies say that over 30% of all college students experience food insecurity at some point. The need is real. Help PTK stock the State Tech food pantry this year!

On behalf of PTK, thank you for your help.

Cover Letter and Resume Help

Would you like the friendly team in the ARC to work with you to create a great cover letter and resume prior to the Career Expo?

Stop in and before the Career Expo on February 8, 2023 and let Desiree and Lorinda help you build a great cover letter and resume.

They are open Monday – Friday for cover letter and resume help from 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM!

2023 State Tech Career Expo

The 2023 State Tech Career Expo is scheduled for Wednesday, February 8, 2023 from 9:00 am – 11:30 am and 1:30 pm – 4:00 pm in the State Tech Activity Center.  Watch for emails from Scott Peters and the Career Services Office for more details about the upcoming expo.  A preliminary list of employers has been sent via email earlier this week.  If you have questions about the Career Expo, contact Scott Peters, Career Services Office, scott.peters@statetechmo.edu or 573.897.5159.

$5,000 Program Competition – Leaderboard After Fall Semester

Don’t forget! All programs are in a year-long competition for $5,000 for the most engaged program. How do you help your program win? All you have to do is attend campus events, scan the QR code, and have fun. There are still plenty of opportunities this Spring to put your program to the top of the list and win $5,000 for your program! Good luck.

Intramural Volleyball

Start getting a team together now! Games begin Monday, January 23, 2023. Scan the QR code to sign-up now.

Open Door Policy

It has been a busy week. It is normal for students to have many questions. If you have questions or concerns that you would like addressed, please do not hesitate to write me an e-mail (chris.bowser@statetechmo.edu), give me a call (573) 897-5201 (leave a message if I’m not able to answer), or stop by my office in Nilges Technology Center, Room 109.

Dear Students and Families,

Welcome back to classes after a long 4-day weekend. We are glad to have you back on campus with us today. Please let us know if you have any questions or concerns this week. Work hard and take some time to enjoy some of our events outside the classroom.

Early Alert Reports – Importance of Attendance

All faculty have the ability to share concerns about students through our Early Alert process. They keep us informed of things they see may keep students from success each semester. We have received many reports about students missing classes in the first two weeks. When an Early Alert is submitted, our Counseling Staff will reach out to you via text, e-mail, and phone. When someone from the Counseling Staff reaches out, please reply and engage in a conversation to determine what needs to change to address the concerns. We want to make sure everything is going ok and offer any solutions to issues you may be having outside the classroom. We want to make sure you are aware we can help. Attendance is essential to success, but if you have to miss class, please notify your instructors. Your communications will come from one of the four members of our Counseling Staff. Please be on the lookout for communications from them.

If you notice a classmate that is struggling, did you know you can submit a report and have someone from our team reach out to them and offer our services?

You can click on the “Ready to Report” link and share your concern about your friends and classmates.

Sad News to Share

We are saddened to share the news that Paul Fleming, an instructor in the Automotive Technology Department passed away unexpectedly last night. This is a difficult time for all of us at State Tech. Our counseling services team will be available for those who wish to speak to someone. Information about services will be provided when it is available. Please join us in sending our condolences to the entire Fleming family.

• Mandy is available in the Vehicle & Power Center and her number is (573) 897-5244.
• Brooke Fulliam is located at the front counter of the Vehicle & Power Center and her number is (573) 897-5245.
• Becca Mehmert is on the second floor of the Vehicle & Power Center and her number is (573) 897-5228.
• Jason Hoffmeyer is located in the Library and his number is (573) 897-5110.

2023 State Tech Career Expo

The 2023 State Tech Career Expo is scheduled for Wednesday, February 8, 2023 from 9:00 am – 11:30 am and 1:30 pm – 4:00 pm in the State Tech Activity Center.  Watch for emails from Scott Peters and the Career Services Office for more details about the upcoming expo.  A preliminary list of employers has been sent via email earlier this week.  If you have questions about the Career Expo, contact Scott Peters, Career Services Office, scott.peters@statetechmo.edu or 573.897.5159.

Housing Options Available

Are you tired of commuting to campus? Are you interested in on-campus housing, or finding a place closer to classes? State Tech Housing has several room options available NOW for the Spring 2023 semester. If you would like to explore getting a spot on campus, learn what is available off-campus, or learn about our housing partnership with Lincoln University please contact Hanna Hensing, Residence Life- Student Services Coordinator at (573) 897-5165 or e-mail hanna.hensing@statetechmo.edu.

Here are some off campus places in Linn that may still have rooms available:

• State Tech Living: room(s) available, Ernie Reinhardt, 949-877-8395
• 12 Pine Trail: full house available, Jeremy Way, 636-466-6677
• OCMO LLC: studio and 2 bedroom units available, Anthony Delong, 573-550-7769
• EHV Rental, 2 rooms available, Eugene Voss, 573-690-9992
• Sun Valley Apartments, 2 bedroom available, Joe Wieberg, 573-308-6886, SunValleyApartmentsLinn@yahoo.com
• 3 bedroom 2 bath for $900 available in town, Melba Dudenhoeffer, 573-690-9515

Off campus housing: https://statetechmo.edu/housing/off-campus-apartments/

Intramural Volleyball

Start getting a team together now! Games begin Monday, January 23, 2023. Scan the QR code to sign-up now.

Lazer Tag

Join us from 5 – 7 PM on Friday, January 20^th in the Vehicle & Power Center for Lazer Tag!

For more information, contact Cameron Carter at cameron.carter@statetechmo.edu.

FREE Tutoring in the ARC

If you are struggling with concepts in general education classes, please do not wait for assistance. Do not wait until later in the semester. In many cases, the things you are learning early in the semester are the foundation of what you will be taught later. Let us help you now so you can have a successful semester. We have FREE resources in the ARC. Stop by and let us know how we can help. We are open until 7:00 PM Monday through Thursday.

If you want to know more about them, click on the video to the left and hear from Desiree and Lorinda.

Open Door Policy

It has been a busy week. It is normal for students to have many questions. If you have questions or concerns that you would like addressed, please do not hesitate to write me an e-mail (chris.bowser@statetechmo.edu), give me a call (573) 897-5201 (leave a message if I’m not able to answer), or stop by my office in Nilges Technology Center, Room 109.

Dear Students and Families,

We hope everyone is enjoying a productive start to the Spring 2023 semester. Please continue to attend all classes and turn in all assignments. We hope you consider staying on campus this weekend for Professional Wrestling in the Activity Center (see below). It is FREE for students (bring student ID). It’s supposed to be in the mid-50’s this weekend, the Driving Range will be open as well!

FOUR-DAY WEEKEND

After classes conclude on Friday, please remember we will have a 4-day weekend. We want to make sure you are aware the college is closed Monday, January 16, 2023 in observance of Martin Luther King Day. In addition, the college remains closed on Tuesday, January 17, 2023 for faculty and staff professional development day. Next week, classes begin Wednesday, January 18, 2023.

Early Alert Reports – Importance of Attendance

All faculty have the ability to share concerns about students through our Early Alert process. They keep us informed of things they see may keep students from success each semester. We have received many reports about students missing classes in the first two weeks. When an Early Alert is submitted, our Counseling Staff will reach out to you via text, e-mail, and phone. When someone from the Counseling Staff reaches out, please reply and engage in a conversation to determine what needs to change to address the concerns. We want to make sure everything is going ok and offer any solutions to issues you may be having outside the classroom. We want to make sure you are aware we can help. Attendance is essential to success, but if you have to miss class, please notify your instructors. Your communications will come from one of the four members of our Counseling Staff. Please be on the lookout for communications from them.

If you notice a classmate that is struggling, did you know you can submit a report and have someone from our team reach out to them and offer our services?

You can click on the “Ready to Report” link and share your concern about your friends and classmates.

Live Pro Wrestling @ the Activity Center (January 14, 2023)

Do you love pro wrestling? We do too! Saturday, January 14, 2023, State Tech is hosting Kansas City Xtreme Wrestling at 7:00 PM in the Activity Center.

Students are FREE with their State Tech ID. Non-Students can purchase tickets for $5 at the door on Saturday.

We hope to see everyone there! Should be an entertaining night on campus.

2023 State Tech Career Expo

The 2023 State Tech Career Expo is scheduled for Wednesday, February 8, 2023 from 9:00 am – 11:30 am and 1:30 pm – 4:00 pm in the State Tech Activity Center.  Watch for emails from Scott Peters and the Career Services Office for more details about the upcoming expo.  A preliminary list of employers has been sent via email earlier this week.  If you have questions about the Career Expo, contact Scott Peters, Career Services Office, scott.peters@statetechmo.edu or 573.897.5159.

Housing Options Available

Are you tired of commuting to campus? Are you interested in on-campus housing, or finding a place closer to classes? State Tech Housing has several room options available NOW for the Spring 2023 semester. If you would like to explore getting a spot on campus, learn what is available off-campus, or learn about our housing partnership with Lincoln University please contact Hanna Hensing, Residence Life- Student Services Coordinator at (573) 897-5165 or e-mail hanna.hensing@statetechmo.edu.

Here are some off campus places in Linn that may still have rooms available:

• State Tech Living: room(s) available, Ernie Reinhardt, 949-877-8395
• 12 Pine Trail: full house available, Jeremy Way, 636-466-6677
• OCMO LLC: studio and 2 bedroom units available, Anthony Delong, 573-550-7769
• EHV Rental, 2 rooms available, Eugene Voss, 573-690-9992
• Sun Valley Apartments, 2 bedroom available, Joe Wieberg, 573-308-6886, SunValleyApartmentsLinn@yahoo.com
• 3 bedroom 2 bath for $900 available in town, Melba Dudenhoeffer, 573-690-9515

Off campus housing: https://statetechmo.edu/housing/off-campus-apartments/

Intramural Volleyball

Start getting a team together now! Games begin Monday, January 23, 2023. Scan the QR code to sign-up now.

Lazer Tag

Join us from 5 – 7 PM on Friday, January 20^th in the Vehicle & Power Center for Lazer Tag!

For more information, contact Cameron Carter at cameron.carter@statetechmo.edu.

FREE Tutoring in the Academic Resource Center

If you are struggling with concepts in general education classes, please do not wait for assistance. We have FREE resources in the ARC. Stop by and let us know how we can help. We are open until 7:00 PM Monday through Thursday.

If you want to know more about them, click on the video to the left and hear from Desiree and Lorinda.

Capital One Bowl Mania Champion

Congratulations to Robert Johnson who took home the Capital One Bowl Mania IM Championship! We hope this means Robert will join us for the NCAA Tournament Challenge in March!

Paying Attention Award

State Tech puts together the Staying in Touch series each week in an effort to keep all students informed about events and activities taking place on campus in addition to important dates, and other college knowledge. Today, we begin to have a little fun as well. We want to see how many of you are paying attention. Come to KCXW Wrestling event on Saturday night, find Cameron Carter and the first 5 people to tell him the name of their favorite Pro Wrestler will win a prize.

Open Door Policy/What Questions Do You Have???

If you have questions, please let us know. We know how busy the week can get, but do not hesitate to shoot me an e-mail. It is normal for students to have many questions. If you have questions or concerns that you would like addressed, please do not hesitate to write me an e-mail (chris.bowser@statetechmo.edu), give me a call (573) 897-5201 (leave a message if I’m not able to answer), or stop by my office in Nilges Technology Center, Room 109.

Good morning! We hope everyone had a good weekend. We have a full week of classes this week.

We hope you are all getting off to a good start this semester by attending all classes, getting involved, and finding time to stop by the ARC, Library, or Counselor offices if you have questions or concerns. Let us know if we can help with anything.

Next week, we will be off for the observance of Dr. Martin Luther King Day (Monday, January 16, 2023) and Professional Development Day (Tuesday, January 17, 2023).

Spring 2023 Important Dates

Here are important dates to know for the Spring 2023 semester. The last day to add classes for the semester is Thursday, January 12, 2023. If you have any questions, please stop by the Records office in the ITC or shoot us an email at registrar@statetechmo.edu.

Activity Center – Pipe Break

On December 24, 2022, our basketball courts 1 and 2 took on excessive water damage from a pipe break.  Court 2 will be open for shoot around and open gym until replacement begins. We ask that you keep play on court 1 to the east half court. The other end has sustained the most water damage.

We have begun the process to replace courts 1 & 2 by speaking with wood floor installation organizations. Once we have made the decision on the organization who will complete the work to replace the courts, we will notify the campus community about the timeline of the project.

Thank you for your cooperation with us during this time.

Campus Dining Options – Meal Plans – Spring 2023

Students are able to purchase meals at the door or purchase a meal plan for the semester. Meals are all you care to eat.

Meal Plan Options

• 14 Meal Plan: $1,300 – Includes 150 flex dollars (Required for residential students) 224 meals = $5.80/meal + $150 flex dollars.
• 80 Meal Block Plan: $530 – Includes 50 flex dollars 80 meals = $6.62/meal + $50 flex dollars.

* Meal plan rates for students in programs with required internships or start or end dates that are different from the standard academic calendar will be prorated appropriately.

To purchase a meal plan for any semester, complete this form and return it to billing@statetechmo.edu or drop it off at the cashier’s window.

Email or call us with questions about dietary restrictions, menu options or special dietary requests.

Activity Center Hours

Starting today (January 3, 2023), we will be open from 5:00 AM to Midnight. Stop in and get in a workout, play a game of pool or darts, or learn more about the Spring Intramural & Fitness Class schedule.

We hope to see you back at the Activity Center to kick-off the New Year!

Live Pro Wrestling @ the Activity Center (January 14, 2023)

Do you love pro wrestling? We do too! Saturday, January 14, 2023, State Tech is hosting Kansas City Xtreme Wrestling at 7:00 PM in the Activity Center.

Students are FREE with their State Tech ID. Non-Students can purchase tickets for $5 at the door on Saturday.

We hope to see everyone there! Should be an entertaining night on campus.

Driving Range is Open!

It is going to be in the mid-50’s this week. Perfect weather to hit some golf balls after class. Open until 9:00 PM Monday through Thursday. Open until midnight this weekend.

Next Intramural Events

Scan the QR code to sign up for IM Ping Pong League. Competition begins Thursday, January 12, 2023 at 5:00 PM.

Intramural Volleyball

Start getting a team together now! Games begin Monday, January 23, 2023. Scan the QR code to sign-up now.

Lazer Tag

Join us from 5 – 7 PM on Friday, January 20^th in the Vehicle & Power Center for Lazer Tag!

For more information, contact Cameron Carter at cameron.carter@statetechmo.edu.

FREE Tutoring in the Academic Resource Center

If you are struggling with concepts in general education classes, please do not wait for assistance. We have FREE resources in the ARC. Stop by and let us know how we can help. We are open until 7:00 PM Monday through Thursday.

If you want to know more about them, click on the video to the left and hear from Desiree and Lorinda.

Parking Reminder

Parking

We receive many questions about where to park and want to break it down in a easy to understand way.

If you live on campus:

• Please park in the lot closest to your cottage and you can walk to your other locations on campus. You will receive a parking sticker that needs to be displayed in your car when it is parked at your dorm.

If you live off campus:

• You can park anywhere with white lines
• 

• You cannot park anywhere with yellow lines, these are for off campus visitors only. If you park there and do not have a guest parking pass for the day, you will be issued a ticket.
• 

• You are also not allowed to park in the grass.
• Also, please do not park where there are no painted lines.

Have Questions? Don’t know who to contact?

If you have a question about anything State Tech related, please do not hesitate to hit “reply” and ask me your questions. I will work to find the answer and get it to you as soon as possible. In addition, we have a 24/7 reporting page called “Ready to Report”. You can also reach out to our counseling team below. Please do not let questions go unanswered. We are here to help provide a positive student experience.

If you notice a classmate that is struggling, did you know you can submit a report and have someone from our team reach out to them and offer our services?

You can click on the “Ready to Report” link and share your concern about your friends and classmates.

Open Door Policy/What Questions Do You Have???

If you have questions, please let us know. We know how busy the week can get, but do not hesitate to shoot me an e-mail. It is normal for students to have many questions. If you have questions or concerns that you would like addressed, please do not hesitate to write me an e-mail (chris.bowser@statetechmo.edu), give me a call (573) 897-5201 (leave a message if I’m not able to answer), or stop by my office in Nilges Technology Center, Room 109.

Welcome back! We hope everyone had a safe and enjoyable break. We want to make sure you get off to a great start for your Spring 2023 classes. In this edition of Staying in Touch will include some tips & tricks on how to kick off the new semester in the right direction. First, attend all classes. Second, turn in all assignments. Third, ask for help if you need it. Early interventions help our team keep students on track for success.

Spring 2023 Important Dates

Classes begin Thursday, January 5, 2023. The last day to add classes for the semester is Thursday, January 12, 2023. If you have any questions, please stop by the Records office in the ITC or shoot us an email at registrar@statetechmo.edu.

Log in to myTech – Check Your Schedule

myTech Student Resources

Make sure to get logged in to myTech to check on things like your schedule, financial account details, view grades, and more. Please review your course schedule and be ready for classes on Thursday, January 5, 2023. Start the new semester off the right way by attending all your classes.

myTech (mytech.statetechmo.edu/ics) was built as our student portal.

1. myTech is a single sign-on site so they will need to utilize their State Tech student email as their username and their email password for the site password.
2. The “Course Schedule” tab is a resource to help students identify class section locations and and to see if classes have seats available. This is live data.
3. The “Resources” tab is a one-stop location:
   1. Training videos and documents to help them navigation myTech.
   2. Student forms are also located here.
4. Students can do the following in myTech (once they log in):
   1. View academic advisor information
   2. View hold information
   3. View their course schedule
   4. Complete their registration forms.
   5. View financial account details
   6. Make an online payment
   7. View tax documents
   8. Sign up for Direct Deposit
   9. Give FERPA permissions
   10. View unofficial transcript

Activity Center – Pipe Break

On December 24, 2022, our basketball courts 1 and 2 took on excessive water damage from a pipe break.  Court 2 will be open for shoot around and open gym until replacement begins. We ask that you keep play on court 1 to the east half court. The other end has sustained the most water damage.

We have begun the process to replace courts 1 & 2 by speaking with wood floor installation organizations. Once we have made the decision on the organization who will complete the work to replace the courts, we will notify the campus community about the timeline of the project.

Thank you for your cooperation with us during this time.

Campus Dining Options – Meal Plans – Spring 2023

Students are able to purchase meals at the door or purchase a meal plan for the semester. Meals are all you care to eat.

Meal Plan Options

• 14 Meal Plan: $1,300 – Includes 150 flex dollars (Required for residential students) 224 meals = $5.80/meal + $150 flex dollars.
• 80 Meal Block Plan: $530 – Includes 50 flex dollars 80 meals = $6.62/meal + $50 flex dollars.

* Meal plan rates for students in programs with required internships or start or end dates that are different from the standard academic calendar will be prorated appropriately.

To purchase a meal plan for any semester, complete this form and return it to billing@statetechmo.edu or drop it off at the cashier’s window.

Email or call us with questions about dietary restrictions, menu options or special dietary requests.

Activity Center Hours

Starting today (January 3, 2023), we will be open from 5:00 AM to Midnight. Stop in and get in a workout, play a game of pool or darts, or learn more about the Spring Intramural & Fitness Class schedule.

We hope to see you back at the Activity Center to kick-off the New Year!

Live Pro Wrestling @ the Activity Center (January 14, 2023)

Do you love pro wrestling? We do too! Saturday, January 14, 2023, State Tech is hosting Kansas City Xtreme Wrestling at 7:00 PM in the Activity Center.

Students are FREE with their State Tech ID. Non-Students can gain entry for $5 at the door.

We hope to see everyone there! Should be an entertaining night on campus.

Next Intramural Events

Scan the QR code to sign up for IM Ping Pong League. Competition begins Thursday, January 12, 2023 at 5:00 PM.

Intramural Volleyball

Start getting a team together now! Games begin Monday, January 23, 2023. Scan the QR code to sign-up now.

Lazer Tag

Join us from 5 – 7 PM on Friday, January 20^th in the Vehicle & Power Center for Lazer Tag!

For more information, contact Cameron Carter at cameron.carter@statetechmo.edu.

Parking Reminder

Parking

We receive many questions about where to park and want to break it down in a easy to understand way.

If you live on campus:

• Please park in the lot closest to your cottage and you can walk to your other locations on campus. You will receive a parking sticker that needs to be displayed in your car when it is parked at your dorm.

If you live off campus:

• You can park anywhere with white lines
• 
• You cannot park anywhere with yellow lines, these are for off campus visitors only. If you park there and do not have a guest parking pass for the day, you will be issued a ticket.
• You are also not allowed to park in the grass.
• Also, please do not park where there are no painted lines.
• 

Have Questions? Don’t know who to contact?

If you have a question about anything State Tech related, please do not hesitate to hit “reply” and ask me your questions. I will work to find the answer and get it to you as soon as possible. In addition, we have a 24/7 reporting page called “Ready to Report”. You can also reach out to our counseling team below. Please do not let questions go unanswered. We are here to help provide a positive student experience.

If you notice a classmate that is struggling, did you know you can submit a report and have someone from our team reach out to them and offer our services?

You can click on the “Ready to Report” link and share your concern about your friends and classmates.

Open Door Policy/What Questions Do You Have???

If you have questions, please let us know. We know how busy the week can get, but do not hesitate to shoot me an e-mail. It is normal for students to have many questions. If you have questions or concerns that you would like addressed, please do not hesitate to write me an e-mail (chris.bowser@statetechmo.edu), give me a call (573) 897-5201 (leave a message if I’m not able to answer), or stop by my office in Nilges Technology Center, Room 109.

Good afternoon! We hope Finals Week went as smoothly as possible for all students. Final grades will be posted to myTech on Monday, December 19, 2022. You should be able to access your final grades in myTech on Monday morning, December 19, 2022.
You can access instructions to view final grades on the Resource page in myTech.

Our offices will be closed through January 2, 2023. We will resume regular business hours on Tuesday, January 3, 2023. Classes resume on Thursday, January 5, 2023. We hope you all enjoy a great Holiday season.

Action Required – Multi-Factor Authorization (Please complete as soon as possible)

Due to an increase in phishing attempts and student account takeovers, IT is requesting that all students enable MFA on their account as soon as possible. Multi Factor Authentication(MFA) adds an additional layer of security to your O365 account by sending a code to your phone that must be entered before you can log in. This ensures that anyone attempting to log into your account, should your password be compromised, will not be able to without also having access to your personal phone. Please complete the MFA registration process as soon as possible. To enable MFA please visit https://aka.ms/MFASetup.

Learn to Fly

If you have a desire to fly, contact Osage Flyers to learn more about flying lessons coming to the State Tech Airport in January.
Please see the contact information on the flyer to the left.

Ugly Sweater Contest Winners

Thank you to everyone who participated in the Ugly Sweater Contest this week!
The student winners are listed below. (pictures are attached) Students may pick up their prizes from Amanda in Admissions.

* 1st place – Logan Hooper

* 2nd Place – Drennen Whitehair

* 3rd place – Perry Scott

PTK will host another food drive for our campus food pantry in January. The dates are January 23-27, 2022. The program that donates the most items will get an ice cream party!!!

PTK appreciates the continued support from the State Tech campus!

Live Pro Wrestling @ the Activity Center (January 14, 2023)

Do you love pro wrestling? We do too! Saturday, January 14, 2023, State Tech is hosting Kansas City Xtreme Wrestling at 7:00 PM in the Activity Center.
Students are FREE with their State Tech ID. Non-Students can gain entry for $5 at the door.
We hope to see everyone there! Should be an entertaining night on campus.

Next Intramural Events

Scan the QR code to sign up for IM Ping Pong League. Competition begins Thursday, January 12, 2023 at 5:00 PM.

Intramural Volleyball

Start getting a team together now! Games begin Monday, January 23, 2023. Scan the QR code to sign-up now.

Open Door Policy/What Questions Do You Have???
If you have questions, please let us know. We know how busy the week can get, but do not hesitate to shoot me an e-mail. It is normal for students to have many questions. If you have questions or concerns that you would like addressed, please do not hesitate to write me an e-mail (chris.bowser@statetechmo.edu), give me a call (573) 897-5201 (leave a message if I’m not able to answer), or stop by my office in Nilges Technology Center, Room 109.

Staying in Touch – Thursday, December 15, 2022 Finals Week Concludes Today is the last day of Finals Week! Congratulations! You made it through the Fall 2022 semester.

Our offices will be open tomorrow (Friday), December 16, 2022. Then, the College is closed until January 3, 2023. Final Grades Available Monday, December 19, 2022 You should be able to access your final grades in myTech on Monday morning, December 19, 2022. You can access instructions to view final grades on the Resource page in myTech.

Winter Break Information Office Hours During Break · Friday, December 16, 2022 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday, December 17, 2022 – Monday, January 2, 2023 CLOSED · Tuesday, January 3, 2023 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday, January 4, 2023 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday, January 5, 2023 CLASSES RESUME 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Activity Center & Driving Range Open If you are looking for something to during Winter Break, do not forget that the Activity Center and Golf Driving Range will be open! Activity Center Hours December 16th – January 3rd CLOSING at 10:00 PM December 24th CLOSING at 3:00 PM December 25th CLOSED December 26th OPEN at 7:00 AM December 31st CLOSING at 3:00 PM January 1st CLOSED January 2nd OPEN at 5:00 AM Driving Range Hours Sunday – Wednesday 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM Thursday – Saturday 9:00 AM – MIDNIGHT

TalkCampus – Have someone to talk to over the Holidays TalkCampus is a FREE app where you can be a part of a safe, supportive community any time of day, anywhere in the world. Ahead of the Christmas Holiday, we wanted to remind you that you have 24/7 access to support through TalkCampus, a global community of students that you can connect with and feel inspired by. TalkCampus is a safe place where you can talk completely anonymously about whatever you may be going through. TalkCampus isn’t run by us and we won’t know if you are using it. You can use TalkCampus no matter where you are in the world, and you can connect in up to 26 different languages. Your student email address will give you free access, just download TalkCampus from the app stores or using the following link

Current State Tech Token Leaderboard We have made it to halftime! With the end of the Fall 2022 semester, we are about ½ way through the 2022-2023 instructional year. Here are the top 25 token earners. Remember, we will continue to have token events Spring semester. The more tokens you earn, the more purchasing power you will have when we host our End of the Year BBQ and Silent Auction. We will have several big prizes to bid on, but then we will have a large amount of smaller items you will be able to purchase with your tokens. Keep attending events. They provide fun opportunities to hang out with fellow students, earn tokens, and perhaps even earn $5,000 for your program. Here are the top 5 programs in the contest for the $5,000 award at the end of the year. Still plenty of time for other programs to jump into the Top 5 and even take the lead.

Program Leaders: 1. Precision Machining Tech 2. Automotive Collision Tech 3. Automation and Robotics Tech 4. Civil Engineering Tech 5. Business (Agribusiness, Associate of Science, Business Admin, Technical Specialty, Technical Healthcare, Digital Marketing)

Open Door Policy/What Questions Do You Have??? If you have questions, please let us know. We know how busy the week can get, but do not hesitate to shoot me an e-mail. It is normal for students to have many questions. If you have questions or concerns that you would like addressed, please do not hesitate to write me an e-mail (chris.bowser@statetechmo.edu<mailto:chris.bowser@statetechmo.edu>), give me a call (573) 897-5201 (leave a message if I’m not able to answer), or stop by my office in Nilges Technology Center, Room 109. Dr. Chris Bowser Vice President of Student Affairs State Technical College of Missouri 573-897-5201 (office) 573-819-0884 (cell)

Staying in Touch – Monday, December 12, 2022

Welcome to Finals Week! Final Exams are held this week Monday through Thursday. Please see the schedule below to learn where and when your final exams will be taking place this week. General Education finals* will be held on Monday, Dec 12, and Wednesday, Dec 14, according to the chart below. Be on the lookout for an announcement for when grades are posted in myTech. Generally, technical finals will be held on Tuesday, Dec 13, and Thursday, Dec 15. Final times for technical classes will be announced by the instructor and posted on Canvas. Gen Ed* Fall 2022 Final Exam Schedule If your class meets on Monday at Then your Final Exam in your regular classroom will be 8:10am Monday, Dec 12 (8:10am-10:00am) 9:10am Wednesday, Dec 14 (8:10am-10:00am) 10:10am Monday, Dec 12 (10:10am-12:00pm) 11:10am Wednesday, Dec 14 (10:10am-12:00pm) 12:10pm Monday, Dec 12 (12:10pm-2:00pm) 1:10pm Wednesday, Dec 14 (12:10pm-2:00pm) 2:10pm Monday, Dec 12 (2:10pm-4:00pm) 3:10pm Wednesday, Dec 14 (2:10pm-4:00pm) 4:10pm Monday, Dec 12 (4:10pm-6:00pm) Gen Ed Course Exceptions Final Exam Details COM 125 As announced by the instructor and posted on Canvas. *This includes including CPP 101, NST 101, ASC 104, ASC 106, ASC 110, and WLT 128. Students, please check with your instructor(s) if you have questions about this semester’s finals schedule. Upcoming Important Dates * Finals Week concludes on Thursday, December 15, 2022. *

The College will be closed Saturday, December 17, 2022 through Monday, January 2, 2023. * Classes resume on Thursday, January 5, 2023. College offices will be closed December 17, 2022 through January 2, 2023. We will return to regular office hours on Tuesday, January 3, 2023.

Book Buy Back – December 14th & 15th Students! Do you want to sell back your textbooks from the Fall semester? The Bookstore has two dates next week where you can do that on campus from 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM. * Wednesday, December 14th * Thursday, December 15th

Activity Center & Driving Range Open If you are looking for something to break up your studies this weekend and during Finals, do not forget that the Activity Center is open until midnight through Thursday. The Driving Range is open until 9:00 PM through Finals.

TalkCampus – Have someone to talk to over the Holidays TalkCampus is a FREE app where you can be a part of a safe, supportive community any time of day, anywhere in the world. Ahead of the Christmas Holiday, we wanted to remind you that you have 24/7 access to support through TalkCampus, a global community of students that you can connect with and feel inspired by. TalkCampus is a safe place where you can talk completely anonymously about whatever you may be going through. TalkCampus isn’t run by us and we won’t know if you are using it. You can use TalkCampus no matter where you are in the world, and you can connect in up to 26 different languages. Your student email address will give you free access, just download TalkCampus from the app stores.

Spring 2023 Bookstore Information. Students – you can now use your Spring 2023 Credit Account Balance for online & in-store purchases. * Bookstore closed 12/16/2022 – 1/2/2023

Open Door Policy/What Questions Do You Have??? If you have questions, please let us know. We know how busy the week can get, but do not hesitate to shoot me an e-mail. It is normal for students to have many questions. If you have questions or concerns that you would like addressed, please do not hesitate to write me an e-mail chris.bowser@statetechmo.edu give me a call (573) 897-5201 (leave a message if I’m not able to answer), or stop by my office in Nilges Technology Center, Room 109. Dr. Chris Bowser Vice President of Student Affairs State Technical College of Missouri 573-897-5201 (office) 573-819-0884 (cell)

Staying in Touch – Friday, December 9, 2022

Today is the last day of classes for the Fall of 2022 semester. We hope everyone finished strong and will now spend time over the weekend preparing for Finals Week. Next week, you will follow the Finals Week Schedule. Below you will see the General Education finals schedule. Final times for technical classes have been announced by your instructors and are posted on Canvas. Please reach out with any questions.

Finals Week Schedule (Next Week)!!! Final exams will be held during the week of December 12-15. General Education finals* will be held on Monday, Dec 12, and Wednesday, Dec 14, according to the chart below. Generally, technical finals will be held on Tuesday, Dec 13, and Thursday, Dec 15. Final times for technical classes will be announced by the instructor and posted on Canvas. Gen Ed* Fall 2022 Final Exam Schedule If your class meets on Monday at Then your Final Exam in your regular classroom will be 8:10am Monday, Dec 12 (8:10am-10:00am) 9:10am Wednesday, Dec 14 (8:10am-10:00am) 10:10am Monday, Dec 12 (10:10am-12:00pm) 11:10am Wednesday, Dec 14 (10:10am-12:00pm) 12:10pm Monday, Dec 12 (12:10pm-2:00pm) 1:10pm Wednesday, Dec 14 (12:10pm-2:00pm) 2:10pm Monday, Dec 12 (2:10pm-4:00pm) 3:10pm Wednesday, Dec 14 (2:10pm-4:00pm) 4:10pm Monday, Dec 12 (4:10pm-6:00pm) Gen Ed Course Exceptions Final Exam Details COM 125 As announced by the instructor and posted on Canvas. *This includes including CPP 101, NST 101, ASC 104, ASC 106, ASC 110, and WLT 128. Students, please check with your instructor(s) if you have questions about this semester’s finals schedule.

Library & ARC Open During Finals Week The Library and ARC will be open during Finals Week, December 12-15, 2022. We welcome all students to come in and do their finals week preparation with our friendly staff. Our tutors will be available for last minute assistance. Good luck!

Book Buy Back – December 14th & 15th Students! Do you want to sell back your textbooks from the Fall semester? The Bookstore has two dates next week where you can do that on campus from 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM. * Wednesday, December 14th * Thursday, December 15th

State Tech Statement on the Passing of Amendment Three On December 8, 2022, the use of recreational marijuana was added to the Missouri State Constitution. It is important to note that possession and use of marijuana is prohibited on all State Tech property as required by the Drug-Free Schools and Community Act and Drug-Free Workplace Act. Following a review of the federal Drug-Free Schools and Community Act and Drug-Free Workplace Act, State Technical College of Missouri will continue to prohibit the possession, use and distribution of marijuana on any college property or as part of college-sponsored or college-supervised activities. According to H.R.3614, the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act, any institution that receives federal funds must make an effort to fight illegal drugs. Although marijuana has been legalized in Missouri, possessing, selling, or consuming still represents a violation of this federal law. Our student code of conduct reflects this Federal Law with the following statement: “marijuana and its active ingredient THC are illegal drugs under federal law and, in addition, their use presents serious safety risks, and accordingly they are included in this definition as a prohibited drug.” In addition, the College drug screens students in Electrical Technology, Aviation Maintenance, any program requiring a commercial driver’s license, and programs that require clinical work.

Activity Center & Driving Range are open If you are looking for something to break up your studies this weekend and during Finals, do not forget that the Activity Center is open until midnight through Thursday next week. The Driving Range is open until 9:00 PM through Finals.

TalkCampus – Have someone to talk to over the Holidays TalkCampus is a FREE app where you can be a part of a safe, supportive community any time of day, anywhere in the world. Ahead of the Christmas Holiday, we wanted to remind you that you have 24/7 access to support through TalkCampus, a global community of students that you can connect with and feel inspired by. TalkCampus is a safe place where you can talk completely anonymously about whatever you may be going through. TalkCampus isn’t run by us and we won’t know if you are using it. You can use TalkCampus no matter where you are in the world, and you can connect in up to 26 different languages. Your student email address will give you free access, just download TalkCampus from the app stores or using the following link

Spring 2023 Bookstore Information Students – you can now use your Spring 2023 Credit Account Balance for online & in-store purchases. * Bookstore closed 12/16/2022 – 1/2/2023

Open Door Policy/What Questions Do You Have??? If you have questions, please let us know. We know how busy the week can get, but do not hesitate to shoot me an e-mail. It is normal for students to have many questions. If you have questions or concerns that you would like addressed, please do not hesitate to write me an e-mail chris.bowser@statetechmo.edu give me a call (573) 897-5201 (leave a message if I’m not able to answer), or stop by my office in Nilges Technology Center, Room 109. Dr. Chris Bowser Vice President of Student Affairs State Technical College of Missouri 573-897-5201 (office) 573-819-0884 (cell)

Staying in Touch – Monday, December 5, 2022 Fall 2022

Last Week of Classes Welcome to the last full week of classes for the Fall of 2022 semester. It is important this week to attend all classes, turn in all assignments, and get prepared for Finals Week! If you need assistance with anything, please reach out to your faculty, our team in Counseling Services, the ARC, Library, or my office. We are here to help and welcome any questions you might have this week. Have a great week. Let us know how we can help.

Fuel Up for Finals – Daily Events December 5th – 9th Starting today, Monday, December 5th, Student Affairs has an event planned each day to help you get the energy you need, and manage any stress you have at the end of the semester. Fuel up for Finals events: * Monday night from 8-10 with “Breakfast for Dinner” in Founder’s 1961 Café. While you are eating, enjoy Game Night hosted by Lighthouse Christian Fellowship. * Tuesday from 11-1, enjoy Coffee & Cookies for FREE sponsored by No MO Meth. * Wednesday, take your frustration out at the Car Bash while enjoying some FREE Hot Cocoa. * Thursday, from 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM, come and get a FREE chair massage in the Activity Center. * Friday, come and let off some steam with Dodgeball on Court 2 of the Activity Center from 3:30 – 5:00 PM

Pickleball Tournament Looking for a way to build up your appetite for Breakfast for Dinner? Stop by the Activity Center and play in our Intramural Pickleball Tournament. Scan the QR code to sign up!

Finals Week Schedule (Next Week)!!! Final exams will be held during the week of December 12-15. General Education finals* will be held on Monday, Dec 12, and Wednesday, Dec 14, according to the chart below. Generally, technical finals will be held on Tuesday, Dec 13, and Thursday, Dec 15. Final times for technical classes will be announced by the instructor and posted on Canvas. Gen Ed* Fall 2022 Final Exam Schedule If your class meets on Monday at Then your Final Exam in your regular classroom will be 8:10am Monday, Dec 12 (8:10am-10:00am) 9:10am Wednesday, Dec 14 (8:10am-10:00am) 10:10am Monday, Dec 12 (10:10am-12:00pm) 11:10am Wednesday, Dec 14 (10:10am-12:00pm) 12:10pm Monday, Dec 12 (12:10pm-2:00pm) 1:10pm Wednesday, Dec 14 (12:10pm-2:00pm) 2:10pm Monday, Dec 12 (2:10pm-4:00pm) 3:10pm Wednesday, Dec 14 (2:10pm-4:00pm) 4:10pm Monday, Dec 12 (4:10pm-6:00pm) Gen Ed Course Exceptions Final Exam Details COM 125 As announced by the instructor and posted on Canvas. *This includes including CPP 101, NST 101, ASC 104, ASC 106, ASC 110, and WLT 128. Students, please check with your instructor(s) if you have questions about this semester’s finals schedule.

Drop deadline- 2nd 8 week course is TODAY The deadline to drop 2nd 8 week course with a “WD” grade is today, Monday, December 5th. You must submit a completed Add/Drop form to the Records Office, ITC 101, by Monday, December 5 at 5:00 PM.

State Tech Esports “Thank you to all the students who came out to start the official State Tech Esports Club! We are up to 40+ interested students and it’s NOT TOO LATE for you to join as well. Follow the link to join our Discord server to see what’s going on and mark your calendars for our next meeting which will be Wednesday, December 7th at 4:00pm in the Library Bib Room. Reach out to Andrew Medley in the library or Drake Rhodes or Cameron Carter in Activity center if you have any other questions! We hope to see everyone interested there!” Discord Link: https://discord.gg/jeJjTT9N

Scholarship Opportunity – Allied Scholarship Allied is a large moving company and is looking to provide a scholarship to three students who major in logistics, supply chain management, business, or a similar field. Each scholarship is $1,000 and is available to current students and to those who are enrolling in college. Please click on the following link to access the application form and details about the scholarship. (https://www.allied.com/scholarship)). The application form and additional details about applying for the scholarship are available at the above link. All applications must be complete and submitted by December 15, 2022.

Call for Auditions – Osage Community Players Osage Community Players is calling for auditions for their next production. Auditions will be held at the Osage County Community Center on Monday, December 12, 2022 t 6:00 PM. For more information, please reach out to Kristy Russell at kerussell82@yahoo.com<mailto:kerussell82@yahoo.com>.

Capital One Bowl Challenge

Show off your college football knowledge! Sign up for the Capital One Bowl Mania Challenge. Just pick the winners of the 44 bowl games! Picks are due by midnight on December 15th! We have started a group! State Tech IM 2022. The password for our group is “tech”. Please change the name of your entry to your first and last name so we know who wins the challenge! We will have a student and faculty/staff winner. Every entry will receive 30 State Tech Tokens! The winner will receive a bonus 50 tokens and a State Tech IM Champion t-shirt!

Paying Attention Award State Tech puts together the Staying in Touch series each week in an effort to keep all students informed about events and activities taking place on campus in addition to important dates, and other college knowledge. Today, we begin to have a little fun as well. We want to see how many of you are paying attention. Follow these instructions to begin your scavenger hunt: There will be a special prize at the Breakfast for Dinner event tonight for the first 5 people who are paying attention and attend the meal. Find Dr. Bowser during the event and give him the answer to this question, “Who are the 4 colleges that made the College Football Playoff and their mascots?” First 5 students that can give him the correct answer Monday night will get a prize.

Open Door Policy/What Questions Do You Have??? If you have questions, please let us know. We know how busy the week can get, but do not hesitate to shoot me an e-mail. It is normal for students to have many questions. If you have questions or concerns that you would like addressed, please do not hesitate to write me an e-mail (chris.bowser@statetechmo.edu<mailto:chris.bowser@statetechmo.edu>), give me a call (573) 897-5201 (leave a message if I’m not able to answer), or stop by my office in Nilges Technology Center, Room 109.

Finals Are Approaching – Finish Strong – Attend Class – Ask for Help

We are now just 2 weeks until Finals Week. Please be on the lookout for more information about the dates, times, and locations for your final exams. Final Exams will take place December 12-15, 2022. To get ready to succeed for Finals Week, please make sure to attend all classes, turn in all your assignments, and when you need additional assistance, please seek out our FREE tutors in the ARC. The ARC is located inside the Library in the ITC building. Please get the help you need and finish the semester strong.

Fuel Up for Finals

Starting Monday, December 5th, State Tech will have events to get your prepped and ready for Finals Week. Monday, December 5th, dinner is on us! We will be hosting “Breakfast for Dinner from 8:00 – 10:00 PM in Founder’s 1961 Café. The Leadership team of Dr. Strong, Angie Gaines, Shannon Grus, Jenny Jacobs, and Dr. Bowser will be serving. We hope to see everyone there. Be on the lookout for more information about Fuel Up for Finals this week.

Finals Week Schedule
Final exams will be held during the week of December 12-15.

General Education finals* will be held on Monday, Dec 12, and Wednesday, Dec 14, according to the chart below.

Generally, technical finals will be held on Tuesday, Dec 13, and Thursday, Dec 15.

Final times for technical classes will be announced by the instructor and posted on Canvas.

Gen Ed* Fall 2022 Final Exam Schedule
If your class meets on Monday at
Then your Final Exam in your regular classroom will be
8:10am
Monday, Dec 12 (8:10am-10:00am)
9:10am
Wednesday, Dec 14 (8:10am-10:00am)
10:10am
Monday, Dec 12 (10:10am-12:00pm)
11:10am
Wednesday, Dec 14 (10:10am-12:00pm)
12:10pm
Monday, Dec 12 (12:10pm-2:00pm)
1:10pm
Wednesday, Dec 14 (12:10pm-2:00pm)
2:10pm
Monday, Dec 12 (2:10pm-4:00pm)
3:10pm
Wednesday, Dec 14 (2:10pm-4:00pm)
4:10pm
Monday, Dec 12 (4:10pm-6:00pm)

Gen Ed Course Exceptions
Final Exam Details
COM 125
As announced by the instructor and posted on Canvas.

*This includes including CPP 101, NST 101, ASC 104, ASC 106, ASC 110, and WLT 128.

Students, please check with your instructor(s) if you have questions about this semester’s finals schedule.

Graduation Application Now Available

Students who plan to meet graduation requirements in December 2022, May 2023, or August 2023 are eligible to participate in the May 2023 Commencement ceremony. Please complete the graduation application found under myForms in myTech to assist us with planning and to order regalia. Please complete this application even if you do not plan to walk in the ceremony. We want to make sure you are on track to meet your graduation requirements. Please make sure you have confirmed your spring schedule before completing the graduation application. If you have questions, please contact the Records Office.

Testing Center Reminders

PTK Ugly Sweater Contest

Wear an ugly Christmas Sweater on Wednesday, December 7, 2022 and check-in with the library staff to have your picture taken to enter the contest.
Judges will choose winners on Friday, December 9, 2022.

We will have prizes for the top 3 ugliest sweaters.
Send a photo wearing your ugly sweater to amanda.barch@statetechmo.edu<mailto:amanda.barch@statetechmo.edu> if you are off campus on December 7, 2022.

Scholarship Available for Current Students – Application Due December 31, 2022

Students enrolled in a construction-related field, please consider applying for the AGCMO Scholarships available. Scholarship amounts range from $1,000-$2,500. The application deadline is December 31, 2022.
For more information, please contact Amber Parker at aparker@agcmo.org<mailto:aparker@agcmo.org>.

State Tech Golf Center – Winter Special

Students, if you are looking for things to keep you busy during the Holiday Season, we are giving you a 50% discount rate at the State Tech Golf Center through the holidays. This includes State Tech and local high school students.
The range and all the Top Tracer games will be available during break. The heaters will be on to keep you toasty while you hit golf balls and enjoy College Football Bowl Games on the TV’s.
We hope to see you out at the range over break. Have a great weekend.

Open Door Policy/What Questions Do You Have???
If you have questions, please let us know. We know how busy the week can get, but do not hesitate to shoot me an e-mail. It is normal for students to have many questions. If you have questions or concerns that you would like addressed, please do not hesitate to write me an e-mail (chris.bowser@statetechmo.edu<mailto:chris.bowser@statetechmo.edu>), give me a call (573) 897-5201 (leave a message if I’m not able to answer), or stop by my office in Nilges Technology Center, Room 109.

Staying in Touch – Friday, November 18, 2022 We are closing in on the end of the Fall 2022 semester. We want you to finish strong. Keep attending classes. If you are in need of some assistance to improve your grade in any of your general education classes, please find some time to get into the Academic Resource Center (ARC) in the back of the Library. Click here to learn more about the FREE services the ARC offers to help you be successful in your general education classes. If you are in need of a tutor for your technical classes, please reach out to your instructors. Finals Week Schedule Final exams will be held during the week of December 12-15. General Education finals will be held on Monday, Dec 12, and Wednesday, Dec 14. Generally, technical finals will be held on Tuesday, Dec 13, and Thursday, Dec 15. Final times for technical classes will be announced by the instructor and posted on Canvas.

Gen Ed Fall 2022 Final Exam Schedule If your class meets on Monday at Then your Final Exam in your regular classroom will be 8:10am Monday, Dec 12 (8:10am-10:00am) 9:10am Wednesday, Dec 14 (8:10am-10:00am) 10:10am Monday, Dec 12 (10:10am-12:00pm) 11:10am Wednesday, Dec 14 (10:10am-12:00pm) 12:10pm Monday, Dec 12 (12:10pm-2:00pm) 1:10pm Wednesday, Dec 14 (12:10pm-2:00pm) 2:10pm Monday, Dec 12 (2:10pm-4:00pm) 3:10pm Wednesday, Dec 14 (2:10pm-4:00pm) 4:10pm Monday, Dec 12 (4:10pm-6:00pm) Gen Ed Course Exceptions Final Exam Details COM 125 As announced by the instructor and posted on Canvas. This includes including CPP 101, NST 101, ASC 104, ASC 106, ASC 110, and WLT 128. Students, please check with your instructor(s) if you have questions about this semester’s finals schedule.

Pre-Thanksgiving Events New Year’s in November Dance TODAY (FRIDAY, November 18th) is the New Years in November Dance! We will have a DJ and other activities. Dress is semi-formal (boots and jeans welcomed!), raffle with door prizes, token pong, corn hole, a photo booth, and a ball drop! Plenty of prizes. Earn 100 tokens. This event is this TODAY! Take a look below, we have other FREE events next weekend.

We have FREE Mizzou Basketball tickets for Sunday and Axe Throwing event on campus on Monday. Stay the entire weekend.

There are only 2 days of class (Monday and Tuesday) Thanksgiving Week, then you have 5 days off from class. Stick around and have some fun next weekend.

Axe Throwing Event on Campus Monday, November 21, 2022 we will have Show Me Axe Throwing on campus from 3:00 – 6:00 PM in the Activity Center. Come and throw axes for FREE!!! For more information, reach out to Cameron Carter in the Activity Center or cameron.carter@statetechmo.edu.

Thanksgiving Break Reminder Reminder: Next week, classes are in session on: * Monday, November 21st * Tuesday, November 22nd. Classes are not in session: * Wednesday, November 23rd * Thursday, November 24th * Friday, November 25th

TalkCampus – Download the FREE App Today TalkCampus is a FREE app where you can be a part of a safe, supportive community any time of day, anywhere in the world. You will have access to instant, ongoing mental health support with trained peer supporters and professional staff. The app can be used on its own or in combination with other counseling services on campus or in the community. Any student can access the platform and we encourage you to try it out for additional support for any symptoms or stressors that may arise for you.

Graduation Application is now Available Students who plan to meet graduation requirements in December 2022, May 2023, or August 2023 are eligible to participate in the May 2023 Commencement ceremony. Please complete the graduation application found under myForms in myTech to assist us with planning and to order regalia. Please complete this application even if you do not plan to walk in the ceremony. We want to make sure you are on track to meet your graduation requirements. Please make sure you have confirmed your spring schedule before completing the graduation application. If you have questions, please contact the Records Office at registrar@statetechmo.edu.

Spring 2023 Registration Have you logged into in myTech and confirmed your schedule for Spring 2023? If you haven’t, please do so as soon as possible. If you have questions about your schedule or need assistance with this process, please stop by the Records Office, ITC101. Reserve your seat today for Spring 2023. Thanks! If you have a hold preventing registration, please resolve your hold ASAP. Student Account Holds in myTech Students now have the ability to view their account holds in myTech. Please login to myTech using your student email address and email password. Once logged in, click on the student tab, then click on myAdvising Information. The navigation arrow will allow you to expand the hold information to see the description and step(s) to resolve your hold. If you have a hold – please reach out and discuss options. Call the Cashier at 573-897-5121 or billing@statetechmo.edu.

Paying Attention Award State Tech puts together the Staying in Touch series each week in an effort to keep all students informed about events and activities taking place on campus in addition to important dates, and other college knowledge. Today, we begin to have a little fun as well. We want to see how many of you are paying attention. Follow these instructions to begin your scavenger hunt: There will be a special prize at the New Years in November Dance for the first 5 people who are paying attention and attend the dance tonight. Find Dr. Bowser during the dance and give him the answer to this question, “Where did Ted Lasso coach football before he was the Manager for AFC Richmond?” First 5 students that can give him the correct answer Friday night will get a prize.

Friday, November 18, 2022 (20% OFF Bookstore) Need some new State Tech gear? Make sure you get there today. 20% off (excludes books, tools, & supplies).

Open Door Policy/What Questions Do You Have??? If you have questions, please let us know. We know how busy the week can get, but do not hesitate to shoot me an e-mail. It is normal for students to have many questions. If you have questions or concerns that you would like addressed, please do not hesitate to write me an e-mail chris.bowser@statetechmo.edu, give me a call (573) 897-5201 (leave a message if I’m not able to answer), or stop by my office in Nilges Technology Center, Room 109. Dr. Chris Bowser Vice President of Student Affairs State Technical College of Missouri 573-897-5201 (office) 573-819-0884 (cell)

Staying in Touch – Monday, November 7, 2022

Welcome back to classes! We hope you had a great weekend and are re-energized to take on a full week of classes. Please continue to attend all classes and turn in all assignments. We are receiving Early Alert reports that some students have stopped attending regularly. If you need help getting back on track, please contact your instructor first, but then do not hesitate to reach out to our team in the ARC and Counseling Services.

Winter Weather Notification Earlier this morning, I sent the annual Winter Weather Notification. Please take the time to read through and gain a deeper understanding of the three options the college will use if we experience a winter weather event. If you have questions, please do not hesitate to reply to this email and ask. Thanks for paying attention to the winter weather procedures and let’s have a safe winter.

Election Day – Tuesday, November 8, 2022 Tomorrow (Tuesday) is Election Day. Earlier this semester, we hosted two voter registration drives on campus. College students are allowed to register at their permanent home address or the address where they reside while taking classes in college. You must be registered 28 days before the election. You may check your status at the Missouri Secretary of State website. Polls are open 6:00 AM – 7:00 PM on Election Day.

PTK Halloween Costume Contest Thank you to everyone who participated in the PTK Halloween Contest this week! Everyone did an amazing job on their costumes. The winners are listed below, and their pictures are attached. Please stop in the Admissions office to pick up your prize. * 1st place Alexander Baker as Steampunk Ringmaster * 2nd place Roland Lodge as a Wizard Dragon * 3rd place Payten LaBrier as Wednesday Adams There were also several faculty and staff that participated in the bragging rights contest. Honorable Mention goes to Mitch Branson as Uncle Eddy.

Finals Are Approaching – Finish Strong – Attend Class – Ask for Help We are now just 5 weeks until Finals Week. Please be on the lookout for more information about the dates, times, and locations for your final exams. Final Exams will take place December 12-15, 2022. To get ready to succeed for Finals Week, please make sure to attend all classes, turn in all your assignments, and when you need additional assistance, please seek out our FREE tutors in the ARC. The ARC is located inside the Library in the ITC building. Please get the help you need and finish the semester strong.

Spring 2023 Registration Remember to complete your spring registration process in myTech. If you want to change your schedule, completed Add/Drop forms may be submitted to the Records Office, ITC101. Schedules must be confirmed by the student and advisor before changes are made. If you have a hold preventing registration, please resolve your hold ASAP. Student Account Holds in myTech Students now have the ability to view their account holds in myTech. Please login to myTech using your student email address and email password. Once logged in, click on the student tab, then click on myAdvising Information. The navigation arrow will allow you to expand the hold information to see the description and step(s) to resolve your hold. If you have a hold – please reach out and discuss options. Call the Cashier at 573-897-5121 or billing@statetechmo.edu.

Stay Engaged – Earn tokens for prizes We had many students winning some great prizes during power up and week of welcome! How can you win awesome stuff? Keep attending all of our token events, check-in using the QR code! At the end of the school year, we will have a huge silent auction with some CRAZY prizes for you to spend your tokens on. Last year we gave away a PS5, Nintendo Switch, VR headset, TV’s and more!! The more tokens you earn, the better the chance to take home an awesome prize! Be on the lookout for more token events in the coming weeks!

Upcoming Events This week! Bring non-perishable food items to the Library and earn token for helping us stock the local food pantry. Bring in food items, scan the QR code, and earn tokens for helping support our campus food pantry. The program that brings in the most items wins an ice cream party.

Next Wednesday, November 16th in the Vehicle & Power Center Conference Room. Games begin at 5:15 PM!

Save the date and start planning to attend the New Year’s in November Dance. We will have a DJ and other activities. Dress is semi-formal (boots and jeans welcomed!), raffle with door prizes, token pong, corn hole, a photo booth, and a ball drop! Plenty of prizes.

Earn 100 tokens. 2022 State Tech Big Buck Contest Are you going to get out into the deer stand November 12th – 23rd? Are you going to harvest a big buck? Enter the contest and show it off! Register between now and November 11th by clicking the QR code on the flyer. The contest runs November 12th through November 23rd! Top 3 prizes will be in the ITC Rotunda to view. If you have questions, please send Cameron Carter an email at cameron.carter@statetechmo.edu.

Mario Kart Tournament – November 15th Join SGA and Computer Club on November 15th from 4:30 – 7:30 PM for a Mario Kart Tournament. SGA will sponsor and Computer Club will host a Super Mario Kart Tournament on November 15th. My guess is that Bowser will win.

FIFA ’23 World Cup Tournament We are hoping to plan and host a FAFA 23 Tournament in the Activity Center Game Room. We need to know if we have at least 32 students who would be interested. Please click on the survey link and answer the one question if you are interested (or not) in competing in a FIFA 23 tournament.

Open Door Policy/What Questions Do You Have??? If you have questions, please let us know. We know how busy the week can get, but do not hesitate to shoot me an e-mail. It is normal for students to have many questions. If you have questions or concerns that you would like addressed, please do not hesitate to write me an e-mail chris.bowser@statetechmo.edu, give me a call (573) 897-5201 (leave a message if I’m not able to answer), or stop by my office in Nilges Technology Center, Room 109. Dr. Chris Bowser Vice President of Student Affairs State Technical College of Missouri 573-897-5201 (office) 573-819-0884 (cell)

Staying in Touch – Friday, November 4, 2022

Finals Are Approaching – Finish Strong – Attend Class – Ask for Help We are now just 5 weeks until Finals Week. Please be on the lookout for more information about the dates, times, and locations for your final exams. Final Exams will take place December 12-15, 2022. To get ready to succeed for Finals Week, please make sure to attend all classes, turn in all your assignments, and when you need additional assistance, please seek out our FREE tutors in the ARC. The ARC is located inside the Library in the ITC building. Please get the help you need and finish the semester strong.

Graduation Application is now Available Students who plan to meet graduation requirements in December 2022, May 2023, or August 2023 are eligible to participate in the May 2023 Commencement ceremony. Please complete the graduation application found under myForms in myTech to assist us with planning and to order regalia. Please complete this application even if you do not plan to walk in the ceremony. We want to make sure you are on track to meet your graduation requirements. Please make sure you have confirmed your spring schedule before completing the graduation application. If you have questions, please contact the Records Office at registrar@statetechmo.edu.

Mario Kart Tournament – November 15th Join SGA and Computer Club on November 15th from 4:30 – 7:30 PM for a Mario Kart Tournament. SGA will sponsor and Computer Club will host a Super Mario Kart Tournament on November 15th. Details and Registration are in the following link. My guess is that Bowser will win. Mario Kart Tournament hosted by the STCM Computer Club, November 15, 2023. Time: 4:30-7:30. Location VPC Conference Room. Food and beverages will be provided

FIFA ’23 World Cup Tournament We are hoping to plan and host a FAFA 23 Tournament in the Activity Center Game Room. We need to know if we have at least 32 students who would be interested. Please click on the survey link and answer the one question if you are interested (or not) in competing in a FIFA 23 tournament.

New Year’s in November Join us on Friday, November 18, 2022 for New Year’s in November. Dance with DJ from 8:30 PM to Midnight. It is a 100 token event complete with a DJ, raffle, prizes, and games during the dance. Be on the lookout for information about more events that weekend.

We are working on tickets to the Mizzou basketball game on Sunday afternoon. We are also working on a mobile axe throwing event in the Activity Center on Monday evening. Tuesday will be our last day for classes that week. So stay the weekend, enjoy time with friends before you leave Tuesday for a 5-day Thanksgiving Break. We hope to see you all at this event. Questions, please reach out to cameron.carter@statetechmo.edu

Spring 2023 Registration Remember to complete your spring registration process in myTech. If you want to change your schedule, completed Add/Drop forms may be submitted to the Records Office, ITC101. Schedules must be confirmed by the student and advisor before changes are made. If you have a hold preventing registration, please resolve your hold ASAP. Student Account Holds in myTech Students now have the ability to view their account holds in myTech. Please login to myTech using your student email address and email password. Once logged in, click on the student tab, then click on myAdvising Information. The navigation arrow will allow you to expand the hold information to see the description and step(s) to resolve your hold. If you have a hold – please reach out and discuss options. Call the Cashier at 573-897-5121 or billing@statetechmo.edu.

2022 State Tech Big Buck Contest Are you going to get out into the deer stand November 12th – 23rd? Are you going to harvest a big buck? Enter the contest and show it off! Register between now and November 11th. The contest runs November 12th through November 23rd! Top 3 prizes will be in the ITC Rotunda to view. If you have questions, please send Cameron Carter an email at cameron.carter@statetechmo.edu.

Paying Attention Award State Tech puts together the Staying in Touch series each week in an effort to keep all students informed about events and activities taking place on campus in addition to important dates, and other college knowledge. Today, we begin to have a little fun as well. We want to see how many of you are paying attention. Follow these instructions to begin your scavenger hunt: Can you find the room with Ms. Pac-Man? Find the room, scan the QR code and earn tokens. It’s an easy way to get caught up or extend your token lead.

Open Door Policy/What Questions Do You Have??? If you have questions, please let us know. We know how busy the week can get, but do not hesitate to shoot me an e-mail. It is normal for students to have many questions. If you have questions or concerns that you would like addressed, please do not hesitate to write me an e-mail (chris.bowser@statetechmo.edu, give me a call (573) 897-5201 (leave a message if I’m not able to answer), or stop by my office in Nilges Technology Center, Room 109. Dr. Chris Bowser Vice President of Student Affairs State Technical College of Missouri 573-897-5201 (office) 573-819-0884 (cell)

Monday, October 31, 2022 Paying Attention

Happy Halloween Edition Welcome back! We hope you had a great weekend with family and friends. We are kicking off the week with a Paying Attention Award. There are several of these signs hanging around campus. If you see one, grab it and return it to the Activity Center front desk to receive your Halloween Edition Paying Attention Award. Happy Halloween! If you are in costume today, you will receive 15% off your purchase at the Bookstore!

Pumpkin Decorating Contest – Winners Most Creative 1. Alexander Baker 2. Hailee Williams 3. Mya Uptegrove Alexander Baker is also the Grand Champion! Best-Painted Pumpkin 1. Claire Galbraith 2. Rachel Torres 3. Devon Koelling Funniest Pumpkin 1. Perry Scott 2. Nina Howard 3. Ariana Nordmann Scariest Pumpkin 1. Check Engine – No Name – Please contact Cameron Carter at cameron.carterf@statetechmo.edu 2. Roland Lodge 3. Logan Stewart Faculty/Staff Pumpkins 1. Dunkin Donuts (Records) 2. Cow (Financial Aid) 3. Caramel Apple (Admissions)

BINGO NIGHT Join us Wednesday night, November 2nd from 6:00 – 8:30 PM for BINGO NIGHT! We will have $300 in prizes and everyone will earn 50 tokens for playing. Food and drinks provided! Spend your Wednesday evening with Student Life. See you there. Spring 2023 Registration Remember to complete your spring registration process in myTech. If you want to change your schedule, completed Add/Drop forms may be submitted to the Records Office, ITC101. Schedules must be confirmed by the student and advisor before changes are made. If you have a hold preventing registration, please resolve your hold ASAP. Student Account Holds in myTech Students now have the ability to view their account holds in myTech. Please login to myTech using your student email address and email password. Once logged in, click on the student tab, then click on myAdvising Information. The navigation arrow will allow you to expand the hold information to see the description and step(s) to resolve your hold. If you have a hold – please reach out and discuss options. Call the Cashier at 573-897-5121 or billing@statetechmo.edu.

2022 State Tech Big Buck Contest Are you going to get out into the deer stand November 12th – 23rd? Are you going to harvest a big buck? Enter the contest and show it off! Register between now and November 11th by clicking the QR code on the flyer. The contest runs November 12th through November 23rd! Top 3 prizes will be in the ITC Rotunda to view. If you have questions, please send Cameron Carter an email at cameron.carter@statetechmo.edu.

FAFSA FRENZY – Tuesday, November 1, 2022 (Tomorrow) Did you know State Tech will be hosting a FAFSA FRENZY event on campus on Tuesday, November 1, 2022 from 5:00 – 8:00 PM? THIS IS A TOKEN EVENT (50 TOKENS) All current students who would like to complete their FAFSA for the 2023-2024 school year, just need to bring their (and their parents) 2021 Federal Tax returns, their social security numbers, and we can work with you to complete the FAFSA. If you have any questions, please reach out to the Financial Aid Office at financialaid@statetechmo.edu.

New Year’s in November Since State Tech will be on break December 31, 2022, SGA wants to celebrate New Year’s Eve with you in November. Join us Friday, November 18, 2022 for “New Years in November.” We will have a DJ, FREE Food and Drinks, Games, and Prizes. This is a token event. You are welcome to come with a group of friends or bring a date. Non-State Tech students are welcome to attend, but must show an ID at the door. If you would be interested in joining our planning committee and make sure we have a great event, please send an e-mail to Cameron Carter at cameron.carter@statetechmo.edu.

TalkCampus – Download the FREE App Today TalkCampus is a downloadable app where you can be a part of a safe, supportive community any time of day, anywhere in the world. You will have access to instant, ongoing mental health support with trained peer supporters and professional staff. The app can be used on its own or in combination with other counseling services on campus or in the community. Any student can access the platform and we encourage you to try it out for additional support for any symptoms or stressors that may arise for you. Open Door Policy/What Questions Do You Have??? If you have questions, please let us know. We know how busy the week can get, but do not hesitate to shoot me an e-mail. It is normal for students to have many questions. If you have questions or concerns that you would like addressed, please do not hesitate to write me an e-mail (chris.bowser@statetechmo.edu, give me a call (573) 897-5201 (leave a message if I’m not able to answer), or stop by my office in Nilges Technology Center, Room 109. Dr. Chris Bowser Vice President of Student Affairs State Technical College of Missouri 573-897-5201 (office) 573-819-0884 (cell)

Staying in Touch – Friday, October 24, 2022

We hope everyone had a great week. We have completed the first week of classes after mid-term. We are now just 7 weeks before FINALS Week. Make sure you are attending classes and turning in assignments. Please be on the lookout for more information about Fuel Up for Finals and the Finals Week Schedule coming in the next few weeks. In the meantime, click HERE for a video of your State Tech Talks update.

PRIZES – Tell us what you want We want YOU to make suggestions for the prizes we purchase for the End of the Year BBQ and Silent Auction! Scan the QR code to tell give us your prize suggestions. Last year, these were some of the prizes students used their TOKENS to purchase at the End of the Year BBQ & Silent Auction: * PS5 * Nintendo Switch * Keurig * Air Pods * Gaming Chair * X Box S Series * Metal Detector * Air Fryer * Echo Show * Range Finder * Gaming Headset * And so much more so keep collecting your State Tech Tokens! Scan the QR code and tell us what you want for some of the prizes this year! Spring 2023 Registration Remember to complete your spring registration process in myTech. If you want to change your schedule, completed Add/Drop forms may be submitted to the Records Office, ITC101. Schedules must be confirmed by the student and advisor before changes are made. If you have a hold preventing registration, please resolve your hold ASAP. Student Account Holds in myTech Students now have the ability to view their account holds in myTech. Please login to myTech using your student email address and email password. Once logged in, click on the student tab, then click on myAdvising Information. The navigation arrow will allow you to expand the hold information to see the description and step(s) to resolve your hold.

2022 State Tech Big Buck Contest Are you going to get out into the deer stand November 12th – 23rd? Are you going to harvest a big buck? Enter the contest and show it off! Register between now and November 11th. The contest runs November 12th through November 23rd! Top 3 prizes will be in the ITC Rotunda to view. If you have questions, please send Cameron Carter an email.

FAFSA FRENZY – Tuesday, November 1, 2022 Did you know State Tech will be hosting a FAFSA FRENZY event on campus on Tuesday, November 1, 2022 from 5:00 – 8:00 PM? All current students who would like to complete their FAFSA for the 2023-2024 school year, just need to bring their (and their parents) 2021 Federal Tax returns, their social security numbers, and we can work with you to complete the FAFSA. If you have any questions, please reach out to the Financial Aid Office at financialaid@statetechmo.edu. Campus

Dining Service Survey Aladdin Campus Dining would like your opinion. Their goal is to take your feedback and work to improve the oerall dining experience in all locations. Please click here to complete the survey. Please take this opportunity to share your thoughts so they can work on updates/progress/improvements. Thanks!

Paying Attention Award State Tech puts together the Staying in Touch series each week in an effort to keep all students informed about events and activities taking place on campus in addition to important dates, and other college knowledge. Today, we begin to have a little fun as well. We want to see how many of you are paying attention. Follow these instructions to begin your scavenger hunt: First two students to find this location will win prizes. Open Door Policy/What Questions Do You Have??? If you have questions, please let us know. We know how busy the week can get, but do not hesitate to shoot me an e-mail. It is normal for students to have many questions. If you have questions or concerns that you would like addressed, please do not hesitate to write me an e-mail (chris.bowser@statetechmo.edu<mailto:chris.bowser@statetechmo.edu>), give me a call (573) 897-5201 (leave a message if I’m not able to answer), or stop by my office in Nilges Technology Center, Room 109. Dr. Chris Bowser Vice President of Student Affairs State Technical College of Missouri 573-897-5201 (office) 573-819-0884 (cell)

Staying in Touch – Monday, October 17, 2022

Welcome to Second 8 Weeks of the Fall 2022 Semester

Welcome back! We hope you had a relaxing three-day weekend with family and friends. Today, we begin the second 8-weeks of classes for the Fall of 2022 semester. If you have classes that begin today, please check your course schedule in myTech and locate the room and time they begin.
Have a great first day of the 2nd 8 weeks of class!

How to Check you Schedule

Please check your fall schedule on myTech. Log into myTech and click on the Student tab. Under the myCourse Information page, you can click View Details to see detailed schedule information. Your course schedule will give you the information on your second 8-week courses. If you have questions, please visit the Records Office, ITC101.

If you are enrolled in 16-week, full-semester courses, you have reached mid-term. Please continue to attend classes and turn in all required work. If you need assistance, please reach out to your instructors, the ARC, or your Counselor.

Student Feedback Wanted
State Tech is among the best in high-quality technical education. The focus on being the best will continue as the campus grows. It is incredibly important that each student have an overall high-quality experience during their time at State Tech. Our goal is to provide the best experience possible for all students.
Please click here to complete the survey.

Safe & Sober October Event

Stop by the Safe & Sober event today between Noon & 2:00 PM in the ITC Rotunda. Compass Health will have games, prizes, Spooky Snacks, and you can earn 50 tokens by just stopping by and scanning the QR code.
Spring 2023 Registration

Remember to complete your spring registration process in myTech. If you want to change your schedule, completed Add/Drop forms will be accepted beginning Tuesday, October 18 in the Records Office, ITC101. Schedules must be confirmed by the student and advisor for changes to be made. If you have a hold preventing registration, please resolve your hold ASAP.

Student Account Holds in myTech

Students now have the ability to view their account holds in myTech. Please login to myTech using your student email address and email password. Once logged in, click on the student tab, then click on myAdvising Information. The navigation arrow will allow you to expand the hold information to see the description and step(s) to resolve your hold.

FAFSA FRENZY – Tuesday, November 1, 2022

Did you know State Tech will be hosting a FAFSA FRENZY event on campus on Tuesday, November 1, 2022 from 5:00 – 8:00 PM?

All current students who would like to complete their FAFSA for the 2023-2024 school year, just need to bring their (and their parents) 2021 Federal Tax returns, their social security numbers, and we can work with you to complete the FAFSA. If you have any questions, please reach out to the Financial Aid Office at financialaid@statetechmo.edu

New Year’s in November

Since State Tech will be on break December 31, 2022, SGA wants to celebrate New Year’s Eve with you in November. Join us Friday, November 18, 2022 for “New Years in November.” We will have a DJ, FREE Food and Drinks, Games, and Prizes. This is a token event. You are welcome to come with a group of friends or bring a date. Non-State Tech students are welcome to attend, but must show an ID at the door. If you would be interested in joining our planning committee and make sure we have a great event, please send an e-mail to Cameron Carter at cameron.carter@statetechmo.edu

Intramural 5-on-5 Basketball League

Intramural 5-on-5 basketball league begins today! Remember that everyone who attends to play or spectate receives tokens! Come out to the Activity Center and compete or cheer on your favorite team, have fun, and earn some tokens.
The league begins today, Monday, October 17th at 5:00 PM. All games will take place in the Activity Center.

Lighthouse Club Retreat

If you would like to register to attend the Lighthouse Christian Fellowship Retreat, scheduled for October 28-29th.
Lighthouse would like you to complete the registration form by October 18, 2022 at 5:00 PM (Tuesday).

Please click here for a link to the registration form.
If you have any questions about the event, please click on these links to send an email to Katrinka Goldberg or Emily Smith

Open Door Policy/What Questions Do You Have???
If you have questions, please let us know. We know how busy the week can get, but do not hesitate to shoot me an e-mail. It is normal for students to have many questions. If you have questions or concerns that you would like addressed, please do not hesitate to write me an e-mail chris.bowser@statetechmo.edu give me a call (573) 897-5201 (leave a message if I’m not able to answer), or stop by my office in Nilges Technology Center, Room 109.

Dr. Chris Bowser
Vice President of Student Affairs
State Technical College of Missouri
573-897-5201 (office)
573-819-0884 (cell)

Staying in Touch – Monday, October 10, 2022

We hope you had a relaxing weekend and are ready to get back to a busy week of attending classes, working hard in your lab spaces, and taking advantage of fun activities after class. This week, a majority of programs have made their Spring 2023 schedules available to students. You can also find those instructions plus a training video in the “Resources” tab in myTech. If you have a “hold” on your account (you can view holds in myTech in the myAdvising portal you will need to address the hold before you will be able to view and confirm your schedule for Spring 2023.

The following programs will be able to view and confirm their schedules at a later date: Energy Technology, Nuclear Technology, Physical Therapist Assistant, Dual Credit/Dual Enrollment. If you are enrolled in one of these programs, please be on the lookout for information about when your schedules for Spring 2023 will be available.

Spring 2023 Follow-Up Items, The Registrar team would like you to know the following before trying to make any adjustments to your schedule:

1. You may begin submitting requested schedule changes on Tuesday, October 18th. This will be done with the usual Add/Drop Form. Both the student and advisor need to approve the student’s original schedule before changes will be processed.

2. If students are adding a class that needs a Pre-requisite Waiver or a Degree Exception, these forms must be submitted with the Add/Drop form for it to be processed by the Records Office.

3. Please discuss your graduation date with your Advisor. We want to make sure you are all on track to graduate on time. Flex Plus Options Here Flex Plus allows students to add dollars to their meal plan to be used exclusively for on-campus dining purchases. Flex Plus can used as payment at the Founder’s 1961 Café or the Osage Burger Company. To add Flex Plus to your account, please see the Financial Services Coordinator in the Cashier’s Window at the ITC. Click on the Menu to see upcoming meals. Students purchasing Flex Plus dollars, please be aware there is a slight delay in Flex Dollars being available. The process to add dollars runs at 6:00 AM, 10:30 AM, and 2:30 PM. For example, if you purchase at 1:30 PM, the dollars will appear on your account at 2:30 PM.

State Tech Health Fair – Tuesday, October 11th 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM Stop by the Activity Center next Tuesday between 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM for the State Tech Health Fair. You can get your Flu shot, have your blood pressure tested, physical therapy screenings, even massages from 8:00 – 11:00 AM. Please bring your insurance card. There is a cost for flu shots if your insurance does not cover the vaccine. Event sponsored by the Osage County Health Department.

Pumpkin Decorating Contest

Want to participate in a Pumpkin Decorating Contest? Pick up your pumpkins today and bring them back by October 28th for judging. 50 tokens for participating and additional tokens awarded for winning 1st, 2nd, or 3rd in the following categories:

· Most creative · Funniest · Scariest · Best Paint Job Winners will be announced in the Halloween (October 31st)

Intramural Cornhole Tournament – Tuesday, October 11th Our next Intramural Championship event is Tuesday, October 11th. Event starts at 5:00 PM on the OCCC Patio. In case of bad weather, we will move the event indoors to the Activity Center.

Intramural 5-on-5 Basketball League Can you and your team win the League Championship? The league begins Monday, October 17th at 5:00 PM. All games will take place in the Activity Center.

Open Door Policy/What Questions Do You Have??? If you have questions, please let us know. We know how busy the week can get, but do not hesitate to shoot me an e-mail. It is normal for students to have many questions. If you have questions or concerns that you would like addressed, please do not hesitate to write me an e-mail (chris.bowser@statetechmo.edu  , or give me a call (573) 897-5201 (leave a message if I’m not able to answer), or stop by my office in Nilges Technology Center, Room 109.

Staying in Touch – Monday, October 3, 2022

Welcome Back!

We hope you had a great weekend. We are moving forward toward the end of the first 8 weeks of classes. Make sure you get to class this week. It is important to turn in all assignments and work with your instructors to make sure you have everything complete for grading.

Handle Hard Better

I saw a video over the weekend I wanted to share with all of you (Click HERE for video). Our team has been working with many students the first 6 weeks of classes. A common theme is that the classes are “hard”. We do not want anyone to be discouraged if you are feeling that college is hard. It is supposed to be hard. We are preparing you for the world of work after earning your State Tech degree. We want you to be the kind of person who handles hard better. Any meaningful pursuit is going to be hard. Our instructors and our staff are working with you to be able to handle hard and then whatever comes at you in life; you are going to be great. If you can take the content of the video and apply it to your technical program, I think it can provide some great motivation to continue to work hard and handle tough situations better.

Please do not hesitate to reach out if you need assistance with anything. As we spoke about at PowerUp, here are some folks you can reach out to who can help when things start to feel out of your control.

We have received several questions from students and parents about the days the college is closed the remainder of the academic year.

Please see those dates below.

Here are the following dates the college is closed during the 2022-2023 academic year.

Fall 2022
October 14 (next Friday)
November 23
November 24
November 25
Semester ends – December 15
College Closed December 16, 2022 – January 3, 2023
Classes resume January 5, 2023

Spring 2023
January 16
January 17
February 20
March 3
March 6-10
April 6-7
Semester ends May 11

TalkCampus – Download the FREE App Today

TalkCampus is a downloadable app where you can be a part of a safe, supportive community any time of day, anywhere in the world. You will have access to instant, ongoing mental health support with trained peer supporters and professional staff. The app can be used on its own or in combination with other counseling services on campus or in the community. Any student can access the platform and we encourage you to try it out for additional support for any symptoms or stressors that may arise for you.

Financial Aid Credit Balances

When you have enough financial aid to pay your bill and still have some remaining, this is called a “credit balance”. Those credit balances will be released to students beginning on Wednesday, October 5th (with the exception of NUR1 and DAT students). If you have signed up for Direct Deposit through myTech the funds will be automatically transferred to the bank account you provided. If you have not provided direct deposit information, checks will be available for pick-up at the Cashier window beginning October 5th. (if you add direct deposit information this week, it will not be in time for this semester). The Cashier is open Monday through Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Please make sure you have all holds taken care of and removed from your account before this date. Credit balance refund checks will be held for two weeks after the refund date. After that time, the checks will be mailed to the address you have on file.

You can check your account balance on myTech by the following the instructions for “myFinancial Information – Payment”

Credit balance checks can be cashed (with proper photo ID) at either Legends Bank location in Linn. The lobby at the main Legends Bank location (200 E. Main Street) is open until 3:00pm Monday-Thursday, 6:00pm on Friday, and from 8:00am-11:00am on Saturday. The lobby at the Legends Linn Motor Bank location (1217 E. Main Street) is open until 6:00pm on Monday and Friday, 3:00pm on Tuesday-Thursday, and from 8:00am-11:00pm on Saturday.

It is also important to keep in mind the majority of credit balance refunds are created due to student loan funds. If you are not sure if your credit balance is due to borrowing student loans or you have questions about what types of financial aid have been applied to your account, please stop by the Financial Aid Office in ITC 100.

Student Account Information

Friendly reminder to all students that your student account balance is due for the Fall semester. Statements have been mailed to the address on file. If you have questions about payment options, you can visit Financial Aid or the Cashier.

To view this detail, login to mytech with your State Tech email address and password.

* Click on the Student Tab
* Then, click on myFinancialinformation.
* You choose the option to view your account details.
* You can also choose the option to make a payment.

If you have questions about the detail of your student account, please contact the Financial Services Coordinator at 573-897-5121 or billing@statetechmo.edu. If you have questions about your pending financial aid, please contact financial aid at 573-897-5000, then select Option 2, or send a note to financialaid@statetechmo.edu.

Last Day to Drop First 8-week classes

The deadline to drop a first 8 week course with a WD grade is October 4. You must submit a completed Add/Drop form to the Records Office in ITC101 by Tuesday, October 4 at 5:00 PM.

Open Door Policy/What Questions Do You Have???

If you have questions, please let us know. We know how busy the week can get, but do not hesitate to shoot me an e-mail. It is normal for students to have many questions. If you have questions or concerns that you would like addressed, please do not hesitate to write me an e-mail (chris.bowser@statetechmo.edu), give me a call (573) 897-5201 (leave a message if I’m not able to answer), or stop by my office in Nilges Technology Center, Room 109.

Staying in Touch – Friday, September 30, 2022

Congratulations everyone. We have made it to the end of another week of instruction here at State Tech. We are now just 11 weeks until the end of the Fall 2022 semester. We hope you are taking advantage of the FREE resources in the ARC. If you want to know more about them, click on the link and hear from Desiree and Lorinda.

FAFSA – New FAFSA for 2023-2024 is Open! The 2023-2024 FAFSA opens on Saturday, October 1, 2022.  If you will be enrolled next Fall (2023), you should complete this form as soon as possible using your 2022 tax returns. Check out the “How to Fill Out the FAFSA video link

<https://studentaid.gov/apply-for-aid/fafsa/filling-out>.

If you have questions, please reach out to our Financial Aid Office at financialaid@statetechmo.edu

Financial Aid Credit Balances When you have enough financial aid to pay your bill and still have some remaining, this is called a “credit balance”. Those credit balances will be released to students beginning on Wednesday, October 5th (with the exception of NUR1 and DAT students). If you have signed up for Direct Deposit through myTech the funds will be automatically transferred to the bank account you provided.

If you have not provided direct deposit information, checks will be available for pick-up at the Cashier window beginning October 5th. (if you add direct deposit information this week, it will not be in time for this semester). The Cashier is open Monday through Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Please make sure you have all holds taken care of and removed from your account before this date. Credit balance refund checks will be held for two weeks after the refund date. After that time, the checks will be mailed to the address you have on file. You can check your account balance on myTech by the following the instructions for “myFinancial Information – Payment https://mytech.statetechmo.edu/ICS/Resources/.

Credit balance checks can be cashed (with proper photo ID) at either Legends Bank location in Linn. The lobby at the main Legends Bank location (200 E. Main Street) is open until 3:00pm Monday-Thursday, 6:00pm on Friday, and from 8:00am-11:00am on Saturday. The lobby at the Legends Linn Motor Bank location (1217 E. Main Street) is open until 6:00pm on Monday and Friday, 3:00pm on Tuesday-Thursday, and from 8:00am-11:00pm on Saturday. It is also important to keep in mind the majority of credit balance refunds are created due to student loan funds. If you are not sure if your credit balance is due to borrowing student loans or you have questions about what types of financial aid have been applied to your account, please stop by the Financial Aid Office in ITC 100.

Student Account Information Friendly reminder to all students that your student account balance is due for the Fall semester. Statements have been mailed to the address on file. If you have questions about payment options, you can visit Financial Aid or the Cashier. If you have questions about the detail of your student account, please contact the Financial Services Coordinator at 573-897-5121 or billing@statetechmo.edu

If you have questions about your pending financial aid, please contact financial aid at 573-897-5000, then select Option 2, or send a note to financialaid@statetechmo.edu

Last Day to Drop First 8-week classes The deadline to drop a first 8 week course with a WD grade is October 4. You must submit a completed Add/Drop form to the Records Office in ITC101 by Tuesday, October 4 at 5:00 PM. Instructor Office Hours/Office Locations We wanted to share a tip on finding time to speak to your instructors outside your classes. We have heard many students say, “I went to my classroom and the instructor isn’t there.” Our instructors have an office on campus and frequently teach in many different classrooms throughout the day. Each instructor lists his or her open office hours and the location of the office in the syllabus so you are able to find them quickly. Please see the sample below. Life hack: do not just show up to an office. You should reach out to the instructor and ask to meet when it fits into both of your schedules. Their contact information should be in the syllabus as well as on the State Tech website.

What to do this weekend The Activity Center, Golf Course, and Driving Range will be open all weekend. Here is a local attraction that opens on Friday. Fischer Farms Corn Maze Cost is $8 per person. Admission includes corn maze, straw maze, hayride, corn boxes, swings, and hay bales. Check out the Fisher Farms Facebook page for more information.

Location- 1905 Mokane Road Jefferson City, Mo. 65101 Driving Directions FROM JEFFERSON CITY- Take Hwy 54-Across Mo River Bridge- Take Airport Exit (Rt W) stay Right, Turn Right onto Hibernia (this is the road that goes in front of TNT-formally HOODS ), then take next Left, which is Mokane Road- go appx 1 1/2 miles- Maze on the Left.

Open Door Policy/What Questions Do You Have??? If you have questions, please let us know. We know how busy the week can get, but do not hesitate to shoot me an e-mail. It is normal for students to have many questions. If you have questions or concerns that you would like addressed, please do not hesitate to write me an e-mail chris.bowser@statetechmo.edu give me a call (573) 897-5201 (leave a message if I’m not able to answer), or stop by my office in Nilges Technology Center, Room 109.

Dr. Chris Bowser Vice President of Student Affairs State Technical College of Missouri 573-897-5201 (office) 573-819-0884 (cell)

Welcome back everyone! We hope you had a great weekend. As you get back into the routine of classes this week, please find some time to stop by the Academic Resource Center this week. They have FREE tutoring available for all of your needs in your General Education classes. They are open Monday through Thursday until 7:00 PM and until 5:00 PM on Fridays. Stop by and have them provide assistance for the concepts you need to master for success.

Wednesday, September 28, 2022 (Inflatable Day) Looking for a way to have some fun in between and after classes this week? Come and have some fun playing on inlfatables from 3:00 – 7:00 PM in the ITC Quad. We will have “Zorbs”, a 28 foot slide, and Life Size Foosball. Everyone who checks in will earn 100 tokens and have some fun. We will see you there.

Safe & Sober Event (Sponsored by Compass Health) Come and enjoy some food, prizes, and games from Noon – 2:00 PM in the ITC Rotunda this Wednesday, September 28, 2022. The event sponsored by Compass Health will have games, prizes, and snacks in the ITC Rotunda. You can also earn 50 tokens for stopping by and checking into this event.

Open Door Policy/What Questions Do You Have??? If you have questions, please let us know. We know how busy the week can get, but do not hesitate to shoot me an e-mail. It is normal for students to have many questions. If you have questions or concerns that you would like addressed, please do not hesitate to write me an e-mail (chris.bowser@statetechmo.edu<mailto:chris.bowser@statetechmo.edu>), give me a call (573) 897-5201 (leave a message if I’m not able to answer), or stop by my office in Nilges Technology Center, Room 109.

Busy Week @ State Tech

It has been a busy week inside and outside the classroom at State Tech. Thanks to all the students who attended IM Sand Volleyball, Mentalist/Hypnotist Noah Sonie, and for all the hard work, you accomplished in the classroom and labs. Please keep attending classes and turning in all assignments. Specifically, make sure you are putting a lot of focus on your General Education classes.

Remember you can visit the Academic Resource Center (ARC) in the Library and get FREE tutoring on General Education classes. Take advantage of those resources and continue to have a strong semester.  Have a great weekend. We will see you on Monday.

Constitution Day & Voter Registration Recap

Our students, faculty, and staff celebrated Constitution Day last week. We even got a special address from the President…of the student body…and his secret service detail.

Click HERE for the video

We also hosted two Voter Registration events!

What to Do this Weekend

Looking for things to do this weekend? Check out some events happening in Jefferson City below:

Oktoberfest

The 22nd annual Jefferson City Oktoberfest will take place this Saturday, September 24, 2022 from 10:00am-6:00pm.

Festival activities include craft and food vendors, main stage entertainment, Dachshund Derby and costume contest, craft demonstrations, and much more. Please see here for more information!

Missouri State Penitentiary Ghost Hunt

Are you interested in paranormal activity? This Friday, September 23^rd at 8:30pm the Missouri State Penitentiary in Jefferson City Missouri is hosting an overnight ghost hunt! Please see here for more information.

Saturday night @ 7:30 PM, check out the Battle of the Bulls in Belle, MO. This is a bull riding tournament hosted by the fundraising group the YaYa’s. The raise money to support local families in need. It is $5 admission in Belle City Park.

Click HERE for more details.

Activity Center – is open until midnight Friday, Saturday, and Sunday

Driving Range – is open until midnight Friday, Saturday, and Sunday

Golf Course – is open until dusk Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Greens fees are free for students. Cart rental is $5 per 9 holes.

Upcoming Dates – College Closed (No Classes)

We have received several questions from students and parents about the days the college is closed the remainder of the academic year. Please see those dates below. Thanks for the questions.

Here are the following dates the college is closed during the 2022-2023 academic year.

Fall 2022

October 14

November 23

November 24

November 25

Semester ends – December 15

College Closed December 16, 2022 – January 3, 2023

Classes resume January 5, 2023

Spring 2023

January 16

January 17

February 20

March 3

March 6-10

April 6-7

Semester ends May 11

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Paying Attention Award

State Tech puts together the Staying in Touch series each week in an effort to keep all students informed about events and activities taking place on campus in addition to important dates, and other college knowledge. Today, we begin to have a little fun as well. We want to see how many of you are paying attention. Follow these instructions to begin your scavenger hunt:

First 2 students to arrive in this location will earn a prize.

Open Door Policy/What Questions Do You Have???

If you have questions, please let us know. We know how busy the week can get, but do not hesitate to shoot me an e-mail. It is normal for students to have many questions. If you have questions or concerns that you would like addressed, please do not hesitate to write me an e-mail (chris.bowser@statetechmo.edu), give me a call (573) 897-5201 (leave a message if I’m not able to answer), or stop by my office in Nilges Technology Center, Room 109.

Welcome Back

We are happy to have everyone back on campus today. As you begin your week, make sure you get to all your classes and turn in all assigned work. Please reach out for help if you need it. Remember, our goal is to help you be successful. Have a great week!

Campus Dining Menus

Wondering what is on the menu this week for different meals. Check out the menu options on the QR code to the left.

Intramural Sand Volleyball (Tuesday)

Tomorrow night (Tuesday) come and join us for an Intramural Sand Volleyball Tournament. Sign up using the QR code to the left. We play at the Lions Club (across the street from main campus).

Noah Sonie – Wednesday @ 6:00 PM

Join us Wednesday night for comedian Noah Sonie! The comedy show starts at 6:00 PM in the Activity Center.

His performance style blends numerous mediums including Magic, Mind Reading, and Hypnosis to create an abstract and engaging show that will leave an audience laughing and astonished. Noah Sonie brings an Energetic, Youthful, and Creative presence to any event.

In 2021, Noah made his national television Debut on Penn & Teller “Fool Us.”

Noah Has also made numerous appearances on WCCO news, KARE 11 News, and in the Star-Tribune.

Need  Part-Time Job on Campus???

Interested in working part-time on campus? We are currently hiring for the following Work Study positions:

• Activity Center – Intramurals Sports Assistant
• Admissions
• ARC
• Custodian
• Housing & Resident Life Student Assistant
• Library
• Marketing (preferably a Digital Marketing major)
• Recycling

Eligible students received an email from financialaid@statetechmo.edu with information on how to apply. Please stop by the Financial Aid Office in ITC 100 if you have any questions.

Who was paying attention?

Kudos to the following students for finding the “Paying Attention Award” on Friday.

Devin Kiesling (Digital Marketing)

Drennen Whitehair (Digitial Marketing)

Matthew Chesser (Automation & Robotics)

Aiden Jones (Computer Application Development)

Rumor has it there is still one coupon for a FREE 1 hour bay rental waiting for someone else to pay attention and find. Good luck all.

Voter Registration Day (Tuesday & Thursday)

The 1998 Higher Education Act requires all postsecondary institutions to distribute voter registration information to all students annually.

State Technical College of Missouri will hold two Voter Registration Events this week. The first is Tuesday, September 20, 2022 from 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM in the ITC Rotunda!

Plan to stop by the table on October 1^st in the ITC and register to vote! See the attached flyers to learn more about the event and what documents you need to bring to register.

For more information on voter registration, link to the Missouri Secretary of State website.

Open Door Policy/What Questions Do You Have???

If you have questions, please let us know. We know how busy the week can get, but do not hesitate to shoot me an e-mail. It is normal for students to have many questions. If you have questions or concerns that you would like addressed, please do not hesitate to write me an e-mail (chris.bowser@statetechmo.edu), give me a call (573) 897-5201 (leave a message if I’m not able to answer), or stop by my office in Nilges Technology Center, Room 109.

Welcome back. We hope you had a great weekend away from classes. Please make sure you are attending classes this week, completing all assigned work, and turning it in. We are still early in the semester, so if you are starting to fall behind, please speak to your instructors about turning in work and stop by the ARC for any tutoring needs.

Constitution Day

Please join us all week in celebrating Constitution Day. This year, Constitution Day is Saturday, September 17^th so we will be celebrating all week. Come check out the display in the library and peruse many items and resources we have on the Constitution. Students, while you are there, take the Constitution Day quiz and turn it in to earn 30 tokens and the chance to win a $25 Amazon Card! We will draw for the winner on Monday, September 19^th and the first three with perfect scores will receive the gift cards. Finally, be on the lookout for a special message from SGA President, Mason Zollman.

Wednesday Event – Glo Zone Party (September 14^th) 8:00 – 10:00 PM (100 Tokens)

Highly encouraged for all students. The ultimate dance party experience with a professional DJ, concert lighting and sound, and gallons of neon paint and black lights make this an experience you’ll never forget! Wear clothes you don’t mind getting paint on.

Stage will be set up in the grassy area to the side of the Health Sciences Center. We will begin at 8:00 PM.

After a long day of classes, this is a perfect way to blow off some steam and have a little fun. Can’t wait to see you there.

Slip & Slide Kickball (Wednesday)

Get a team together and compete for glory on the slip & slide kickball field. Tournament starts at 3:00 PM in the field next to the Health Sciences Center.

This is a token event hosted by Lighthouse Christian Fellowship.

30 tokens for participating or watching.

POOL Tournament (Thursday)

Sign-up to play in the Pool Tournament Thursday, September 15^th. Starts at 5:00 PM in the Activity Center

Driving Range is OPEN!

During the week, students can purchase a bucket of balls (no bay rental required) 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Students receive 50% off buckets of balls during the “buckets only” periods.

Download the Top Tracer App Today

Before you go to the new Driving Range, download the Top Tracer Range app today! Create a FREE account. Then, when you arrive at the range, you can scan the QR code on the screen in your bay and access all the games for FREE!

Paying Attention Award

State Tech puts together the Staying in Touch series each week in an effort to keep all students informed about events and activities taking place on campus in addition to important dates, and other college knowledge. Today, we begin to have a little fun as well. We want to see how many of you are paying attention. Follow these instructions to begin your scavenger hunt.

Travel to the place on campus where you can play a game of pool, do a load of laundry, and watch some shows on Netflix.

Everyone that finds the location in the photo earns 100 tokens today! You can use them to buy prizes at the End of the Year BBQ & Silent Auction! How many of you will scan the QR code and earn 100 tokens? This is a great way to catch up or take the lead in the tokens competition.

Have a great day!

Open Door Policy/What Questions Do You Have???

If you have questions, please let us know. We know how busy the week can get, but do not hesitate to shoot me an e-mail. It is normal for students to have many questions. If you have questions or concerns that you would like addressed, please do not hesitate to write me an e-mail (chris.bowser@statetechmo.edu), give me a call (573) 897-5201 (leave a message if I’m not able to answer), or stop by my office in Nilges Technology Center, Room 109.

Congratulations! You have finished your third week of classes for the Fall 2022 semester. We are 5 weeks from mid-term and just 13 weeks away from Finals Week! Please enjoy the weekend and we will see you back next Monday. If you are staying in town, check out some things to do in and around Linn. If you are in need of assistance for classes, please stop in the ARC and speak to our team about any tutoring you need to be successful.

Things to Do This Weekend – Taste of Osage County

Taste of Osage County is this Saturday from 10-3 in Linn City Park.

We have an exciting variety of vendors joining us – selling food, flowers, and handmade items, fundraising for non-profit organizations, and sharing fun activities for kids and adults!

Driving Range is OPEN!

If you are in town this weekend, be some of the first students to come out to the Osage Country Club Driving Range. Invite your friends and family to visit you in Linn and check out our newest form of entertainment. Check out the pricing below. Buckets come with bay rental during premium times listed below.

During the week, students can purchase a bucket of balls (no bay rental required) 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Students receive 50% off buckets of balls during the “buckets only” time frames.

Download the Top Tracer App Today

Before you go to the new Driving Range, download the Top Tracer Range app today! Create a FREE account. Then, when you arrive at the range, you can scan the QR code on the screen in your bay and access all the games for FREE!

Join the State Tech Computer Club

Are you interested in computers, technology, or video games? Fill out this form to become a State Tech Computer Club member! If you have any questions, do not hesitate to reach out to Club Advisor Dustin Dummer (dustin.dummer@statetechmo.edu).

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1Nysfar4zT2hnXazlyT1-TAETni9Xw8RXncqcgWqTn9A/edit?usp=sharing

Next Wednesday Event – Glo Zone Party (September 14^th) 8:00 – 10:00 PM (100 Tokens)

Highly encouraged for all students. The ultimate dance party experience with a professional DJ, concert lighting and sound, and gallons of neon paint and black lights make this an experience you’ll never forget! Wear clothes you don’t mind getting paint on.

Stage will be set up in the grassy area to the side of the Health Sciences Center. We will begin at 8:00 PM.

After a long day of classes, this is a perfect way to blow off some steam and have a little fun. Can’t wait to see you there.

Paying Attention Award

Check back with us next week for the Paying Attention Award. We might do it on Monday…but then again, maybe we won’t. Have a great weekend.

Open Door Policy/What Questions Do You Have???

If you have questions, please let us know. We know how busy the week can get, but do not hesitate to shoot me an e-mail. It is normal for students to have many questions. If you have questions or concerns that you would like addressed, please do not hesitate to write me an e-mail (chris.bowser@statetechmo.edu), give me a call (573) 897-5201 (leave a message if I’m not able to answer), or stop by my office in Nilges Technology Center, Room 109.

It was an action-packed week at State Tech. We have come to the close of the second week of classes and made it to Labor Day Weekend.

The College is CLOSED on Monday and Tuesday next week in observance of Labor Day (Monday) and Professional Development Day (Tuesday).

Classes will resume as scheduled on Wednesday, September 7, 2022.

We hope you all get to spend some time with friends and family enjoying your time away from campus.

Here are some items that will help you get involved when you return next week.

Joe’s VCR Party – Comedian Joe Pickett

Join us in the Osage County Community Center (building with the American Flag mural) Wednesday, September 7, 2022 starting at 6:00 PM. This comedian was chosen by your SGA team.

Comedian Joe Pickett presents a hilarious guided tour through his unbelievable VHS collection.

As featured on the Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, America’s Got Tsalent, Tosh.O, TruTV, and Jimmy Kimmel Live!, Joes resurrects these forgotten video treasures and serves them up in the funniest, most jaw-dropping show on the college circuit.

Bring your friends, all State Tech students will earn 100 tokens for attending and scanning the QR Code. Remember you can use your tokens at the end of the year BBQ to bid on great prizes. See you there!

Intramural Sign-Ups due Wednesday, September 7, 2022

Scan this QR code to sign-up for the first three Intramural Championships this Fall.

• Softball League (9/12 – 10/3)
• Pool Tournament (9/15)
• Sand Volleyball Tournament (9/20)

Here are the first three championship events. Sign up today using the QR Code.

Archery Range

The State Tech Archery Range is now open through April, 2023. The range will be open on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:00 – 9:00 PM. If you bring your own bow, it must be in a case when you enter and leave the Activity Center.

Blood Drive – Thursday, September 8, 2022

Please consider donating blood next Thursday, September 8, 2022 between 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM in the Activity Center. Our local Red Cross needs donations to help save lives in emergencies. Your donation is very important to the Red Cross.

State Tech students will earn tokens for their donation! See you Thursday in the Activity Center.

Early Alert Reports (Attendance & Homework Assignments) & Academic Resources

Early Alerts are starting to roll in and we are seeing multiple reports for students who are not attending class regularly and not turning in homework. Please make sure that you are attending all classes and turning in all assignments on time to give yourself the best chance at passing your classes. If you are struggling with understanding concepts in class, remember that your instructors have office hours to offer extra support, many programs have technical tutors, and the Academic Resource Center (ARC) is available for FREE! The ARC is located in the Library. Please stop in and let them assist with any questions you are having about course work.

Click HERE to learn more about the ARC.

Meet the staff of the ARC below

The ARC is open Monday through Thursday 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM and Fridays 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM to work with you on your general education needs.

Meet the ARC Staff

Student Account & Financial Aid

We want to make sure all students and parents have a good understanding of what financial aid resources they have to assist in paying their student account for the Fall semester. The best way to do this is to view the student account charges in myTech. Then, please login to the State Tech Financial Aid Portal. Once you are logged in, the home screen will look like this:

Click on Financial Aid Offer in the Menu section. This will be the list of financial aid we are able to offer based on the results of your FAFSA. If you compare the amount of aid available for the fall against the charges on the student account, you should be able to determine if you owe a balance after financial aid is applied to the student account or if you will receive a balance check. Here is an example of what it will look like:

If you have questions about this process, please do not hesitate to reach out to the Financial Aid Office in one of several different ways. Everyone has questions, so please do not hesitate to ask and we will provide additional information for you to help you through the process.

1. Stop by the office in the Information Technology Center. Summer Hours:

Monday – Wednesday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Thursday 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Friday 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

1. Call (573) 897-5000, choose option 2
2. Send your questions to financialaid@statetechmo.edu
3. Ask us a question on the Web Chat at www.statetechmo.edu

Work-Study Jobs Available

Do you need part-time employment? Would you like to work on campus? Please reach out to the Financial Aid Office to see if you qualify for Work-Study funding.

1. Stop by the office in the Information Technology Center.
2. Call (573) 897-5000, choose option 2
3. Send your questions to financialaid@statetechmo.edu

We currently have part-time Work-Study positions in the following areas.

• Admissions
• ARC (2)
• Housing & Resident Life Student Assistant
• Library
• Marketing
• Records Office
• Testing Center

Paying Attention Award

State Tech puts together the Staying in Touch series each week in an effort to keep all students informed about events and activities taking place on campus in addition to important dates, and other college knowledge. Today, we begin to have a little fun as well. We want to see how many of you are paying attention. Follow these instructions to begin your scavenger hunt.

Travel to the place on campus where you can research an assignment, print a paper, or even rent a movie. Look on the shelf.

Everyone that finds the location in the photo earns 100 tokens today! You can use them to buy prizes at the End of the Year BBQ & Silent Auction! How many of you will scan the QR code and earn 100 tokens? This is a great way to catch up or take the lead in the tokens competition.

Have a great weekend!

Parking on Campus

The first two weeks of classes have flown by quickly. Almost all students are doing a great job with parking. We have been receiving concerns about the lack of parking. Please review the video again to understand where you can and cannot park on campus. Please watch the video and learn about the new parking lot on the back of campus. Thanks for your attention and please use this lot instead of circling full lots.

Open Door Policy/What Questions Do You Have???

If you have questions, please let us know. We know how busy the week can get, but do not hesitate to shoot me an e-mail. It is normal for students to have many questions. If you have questions or concerns that you would like addressed, please do not hesitate to write me an e-mail (chris.bowser@statetechmo.edu), give me a call (573) 897-5201 (leave a message if I’m not able to answer), or stop by my office in Nilges Technology Center, Room 109.

Welcome back! We hope you had a great weekend. Make sure you are attending all classes and turning in all assigned homework assignments/projects.

If you are struggling with any concepts, please reach out to your instructors and then your Counselors or the folks in the Academic Resource Center.

If you have received a note for an Early Alert, please respond to your Counselor and speak to your instructor. Attendance in class and participating is a great first step to success. Have a great week of classes.

FREE Food on Wednesday, August 31, 2022

We are excited about our next big token event on Wednesday! Dr. Strong and his team purchased a steer at the Osage County Fair and they will begin cooking today to be ready for the “Over Kill Grill BBQ” on Wednesday from 11:00 AM until we run out of beef.

Make sure to scan the QR code to get your 100 tokens! Have a great week. We cannot wait to see you all at the Overkill Grill BBQ.

Fall 2022 Intramurals – Scan the QR Code to Sign-Up!

Are you ready to compete? Fall 2022 intramurals are coming soon. Please take a look at the schedule and then scan the QR code to sign up to have a team in our leagues or sign yourself up for individual competition.

Participating in intramurals is a great way to stay competitive, spend time with friends, meet new people, and earn tokens towards great prizes.

Have any questions; stop by the Activity Center to talk to Drake and Cameron.

Token Leaderboard/$5,000 Program Competition Winner

Drake and Cameron are tabulating individual and program results from Week of Welcome and we should be able to share the Token Leaderboard and the Week of Welcome Program winner of the $5,000 prize by the end of the week.

In the meantime, please look at the Week of Welcome Recap video in State Tech Talks!

Archery Range

The State Tech Archery Range will be open on September 1, 2022 through April, 2023. The range will be open on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:00 – 9:00 PM. If you bring your own bow, it must be in a case when you enter and leave the Activity Center.

Student Account Information

Just a friendly reminder that students can view their charges in myTech. Students should review their detail, and determine if they have enough aid to cover charges or have a balance.  You can then determine if you want to make a payment or create a payment plan. To view this detail, login to mytech with your State Tech email address and password.

• Click on the Student Tab
• Then, click on myFinancialinformation.
• You choose the option to view your account details.
• You can also choose the option to make a payment.
• Please see screen shots and instructions below

Please beware that charges and pending financial aid are in preliminary status. This means you may see changes as our team works to finalize the process.

If you have questions about the detail of your student account, please contact the Financial Services Coordinator at 573-897-5121 or billing@statetechmo.edu.  If you have questions about your pending financial aid, please contact financial aid at 573-897-5000, then select Option 2, or send a note to financialaid@statetechmo.edu.

Mobile and Desktop Instructions to View Student Account/Make A Payment

MOBILE DEVICE

Log into mytech.statetechmo.edu/ics

Username = firstname.lastname@iam.statetechmo.edu

Password = Email Password

Select the hamburger icon in the upper left corner and then select “Student”

DESKTOP

Log into mytech.statetechmo.edu/ics

Username = firstname.lastname@iam.statetechmo.edu

Password = Email Password

Select the “Student” tab

Select the arrow icon in the bottom left corner of the screen.

Select “myFinancial Information”

Select “myFinancial Information”

To View Your Account Statement:

Scroll to “myFinancial Account” and select “Account Statement”.

A PDF generated statement will show up as a link to select and your “Account Statement” will show in a PDF file to you.

To View Your Balance Due:

Scroll to “myFinancial Account” and select the term in which you would like to view your balance.

To Make a Payment:

Scroll to “myFinancial Account” and select the term in which you would like to see your balance and select “Make payment”.

Select the term and year you would like to have the payment associated with and select “Continue payment checkout”.

Enter in your payment information and select “Pay”

What Questions Do You Have?

Every week, I am going to close by asking you to reply if you have questions. I will reply to all questions. If you ask a question that everyone needs to hear, I may use your question in our next Staying in Touch. All of this information and more is on the New Student FAQ website.

Thanks again for choosing State Tech and we look forward to you joining us next semester! Just a little over one week until classes begin!

We are coming to the end of a great first week at State Tech. We hope you are adjusting to your class schedule and getting into a daily routine.

Week of Welcome has not disappointed. We have been very excited to see the level of student attendance this week. We hope we can keep the level of excitement going throughout the entire year.

Each semester goes by quickly. We are now just 15 weeks to Finals Week. Please keep attending classes and turning in all assignments. Ask for help when you need it. Stay involved with our student activities.

Thank you for choosing State Tech! We are glad you’re here. Have a great weekend and we will see you back in classes on Monday!

Week of Welcome Summary

Move-In, Power Up, and Week of Welcome brought a ton of positive energy to campus. Our faculty and staff enjoy having students back and this week was a lot of fun for all of us. Have a great weekend. We will see you back in class on Monday. Please stay tuned for events coming up next week and the weeks to come at State Tech!

Things to Do This Weekend

Linn High School is bringing back football for the first time since 1975. State Tech is the game sponsor for tonight’s game and all State Tech Students get in FREE with their student ID.

All events across the street from campus.

Tailgate starts at 4:00 PM in in the Livestock Barn

Gates open at 6:15 PM

Game vs. Thayer begins at 7:00 PM

Post-game Concert in the Pavilion after the game.

Activity Center

Saturday – the Activity Center is open from 7:00 AM – Midnight

Sunday – the Activity Center is open from 7:00 AM – Midnight

Stop by and workout, play some video games, pool, bubble hockey, ping-pong, darts, or just relax.

Golf Course

Do not forget students have FREE greens fees at the Osage Country Club. Just show your student ID and play a round of golf. Open 7:00 AM – Dusk.

Demo Derby

Saturday Night at the Osage County Fairgrounds (across the street from campus), there will be a Demo Derby. There is a small admission fee, but you are welcome to attend.

Event begins at 6:30 PM!!!

Lake of the Ozarks 34^th Shootout

Drive over to the Lake of the Ozarks for the 34^th Annual Shootout. Click here to learn more about the event.

Trivia Night – Best Team Name

The team that came in 2^nd place during Trivia Night had the best team name – hands down. Kudos to “The Real Dr. Bowser” for coming in 2^nd place last night. Congratulations to the “Ron John’s” for claiming the student championship!

Parking on Campus

We had a great first week of class. Parking warnings were issued this week for those parked illegally. Next week, we will issue tickets. Please watch the video and learn about the new parking lot on the back of campus. Thanks for your attention and please use this lot instead of circling full lots.

Paying Attention Award

State Tech puts together the Staying in Touch series each week in an effort to keep all students informed about events and activities taking place on campus in addition to important dates, and other college knowledge. Today, we begin to have a little fun as well. We want to see how many of you are paying attention. Follow these instructions to begin your scavenger hunt.

Travel to the place on campus where Lord Stanley’s Cup is on the wall.

Everyone that finds the location in the photo earns 100 tokens today! You can use them to buy prizes at the End of the Year BBQ & Silent Auction! How many of you will scan the QR code and earn 100 tokens? This is a great way to catch up or take the lead in the tokens competition.

Have a great day!

Open Door Policy/What Questions Do You Have???

If you have questions, please let us know. We know how busy the week can get, but do not hesitate to shoot me an e-mail. It is normal for students to have many questions. If you have questions or concerns that you would like addressed, please do not hesitate to write me an e-mail (chris.bowser@statetechmo.edu), give me a call (573) 897-5201 (leave a message if I’m not able to answer), or stop by my office in Nilges Technology Center, Room 109.

Fall Welcome Letter

Welcome to State Technical College of Missouri!

We believe that your choice to attend State Tech was an excellent decision!  Whether you are entering your first semester with State Tech or preparing to complete your degree program, we have some advice that will serve you well as the Fall semester begins.

Some exciting news took place last week and we wanted to start the semester off by sharing it with you. State Tech was ranked by WalletHub as the #1 2-year college in the United States for the 4^th consecutive year! Congratulations! You are a student at the highest ranked 2-year college in the country!

Don’t forget to start the day with a FREE coffee in the ITC Rotunda from 7:45 – 10:00 AM! Have a great first day of classes, then end the day with Paintball from 4:00 – 8:00 PM. Stop by and play once after class or stay and play multiple times. Remember you can earn points for your programs towards a $5,000 prize and earn tokens for yourself.

We are excited to partner with you in your educational goals.  Whether you are hoping to earn a degree in a career or technical field or working on completing the first two years of your Bachelor’s degree, our faculty and staff are committed to your success.  We hope that you take the time to read some of the following suggestions to make this Fall term a successful start to the 2022-2023 instructional year.

• Attend class – as you heard from Dr. Strong as PowerUp yesterday, being present is a high percentage of being successful. Make sure you are attending all classes and turning in all assignments.
• Get to know your instructors – take the time to let them know who you are before or after class, they are the best source of knowledge for the class and it’s a great idea to begin networking with them.  They know many people within their field of expertise, in industry in Missouri and beyond.
• Get to know your fellow students – take the time to meet new people before or after class – be social!  You may find a study partner and new friends. Having lunch in the Founder’s 1961 Café or going to an event hosted by Student Activities are great ways to meet people outside the classroom.
• Ask questions – seek out services when you need the assistance – we have a fantastic group of staff and services that can provide you with answers to your most difficult questions. State Tech staff want to help, so do not hesitate to approach us and ask a question.
• Get involved! – State Technical College of Missouri has many different activities to keep students busy when they are outside the classroom.  We have clubs, organizations, small events like movie nights, game nights, open mic nights to dances, concerts, and Paintball, GloZone dance parties, and NASCAR Simulator.  Make sure to follow State Tech on social media channels! Also, read the Shout Out each week for updates to the activities calendar. They do a great job of keeping our students busy with activities all week long.
• Know important dates, deadlines and policies – it is the responsibility of students at State Technical College of Missouri to make themselves familiar with important dates, deadlines and policies.  All of these dates can be found in the Student Handbook.
• The college will be closed the following dates:
  • Monday, September 5, 2022
  • Tuesday, September 6, 2022
  • Friday, October 14, 2022
  • Wednesday, November 23, 2022
  • Thursday, November 24, 2022
  • Friday, November 25, 2022
  • Friday, December 16, 2022 – Monday, January 2, 2023

• Make sure to have an understanding of the Student Conduct Code
• Find resources of support for sexual harassment or other Title IX issues
• Ready to Report – if you see something, say something, so we can do something.

Your experience at State Technical College of Missouri is important to us and we are here to make your time here productive and successful.  Please do not hesitate to reach out to us by phone, e-mail or connect with us on Twitter @statetechmovpsa & Instagram @statetechvpsa

Please see the State Tech social media channels below.

You are welcome to stop by our offices anytime and let us know how we can help make your college experience more rewarding. The Vice President for Student Affairs office is located on the ground floor of Nilges Technology Center, Room 109.  I look forward to meeting you on campus, please don’t be shy – stop me and say “hello!” if you’re walking on campus.

Have a great year!

Week of Welcome Agenda

Good morning students!

Thanks to all students who attended the BBQ, Marketplace and Concert last night! We hope you had a great time.  It was awesome to see you at Power Up and then after at the BBQ. Here is a reminder of all the activities we have this week for your enjoyment outside the classroom. Don’t forget you can earn $5,000 for your program by just attending events and having fun. Also, you are earning “tokens” for yourself by attending events. Bring your student ID and make sure you check in at every event! Hope to see you all there!

Week of Welcome Competition

• Why else should you attend events during WOW?
• How about earning $5,000 for your program?
• We will keep track of who attends WOW events all week.
• Each person will enter a ticket into their program jar. At the end of the week, we will determine the program with the highest attendance percentage and give them a $5,000 award!
• They can use those dollars to make improvements to the program that benefit students!

State Tech Tokens

• State Tech tokens are tokens to use at the end of year Silent Auction to buy prizes such as tv’s, electronics, video games systems (PS5), State Tech Gear and much more.
• You can earn State Tech Tokens just by attending events for students.  So if you go to an Intramural softball game whether you are playing or spectating, you could get 10 tokens.
• If you attend the Mentalist during Week of Welcome, you could earn 15 tokens.
• We will keep a running total for each students tokens throughout the year.
• Then you spend them on awesome prizes at the SGA End of the Year BBQ and Auction.
• The only thing you have to do is check in at each event.
• If you do not check in, you will not receive tokens!
• We will have token amounts available at all of our events.
• So attend, make friends and get tokens!

Title IX Class for Students

Title IX is a law that prevents discrimination on the basis of sex in educational institutions that receive federal funds.

We provide annual training to our students, faculty, and staff on Title IX and our sexual harassment policy.

You will see a class in Canvas this week that you are required to complete. It should take about 30 minutes. If you have any questions, please reach out to me and I can help with the completion of the class. Thanks.

Campus Security Authority Class

The Jeanne Clery Act requires colleges to collect data and publish an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report to the campus community. In addition, we must identify and train Campus Security Authorities (CSA’s). The college must issue timely warnings and emergency notifications. This class helps you understand who you can report crimes to on campus. You will see a class in Canvas this week that you are required to complete. It should take about 20 minutes. If you have any questions, please reach out to me and I can help with the completion of the class. Thanks.

Questions

If you have any questions about starting the semester off on the right foot, please do not hesitate to ask. You can reply to this e-mail, give me a call at the numbers below, or stop by my office in the Nilges Technology Center, Room 109. Thanks for choosing State Tech! We are excited you are here and wish you the best this year!

Good afternoon all! We are currently working with a lot of families today (Sunday) assisting with Move-In and getting items taken care of in the Bookstore, Cashier’s Office, and Financial Aid.

Tomorrow, we will welcome everyone to campus for Power Up! We cannot wait for everyone to return to campus.

Remember, offices are open at 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM to assist all students with last minute details.

Then, we will have Power Up Welcome Session in the Activity Center starting at 3:00 PM. Students will then meet their instructors, and we will wrap up the day with a FREE BBQ and concert by Jordan Heckemeyer and City Limits. It should be a high-energy day! Please see the schedule below.

Power Up is Monday, August 22, 2022

Our campus services will be open at 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM to assist students and parents that need to complete business with any office prior to Power Up.

Check-In for Power Up begins at 2:00 PM in the Activity Center.

3:00 PM Power Up Welcome session begins! We will welcome everyone to campus and then get you to your instructors.

3:30 PM you will meet instructors in your program and talk about important information to help students be successful. After that meeting we will all get back together at 4:30 PM for a FREE BBQ Dinner with a Concert on the patio between the Activity Center and the Osage County Community Center (OCCC). It’s right next to the American Flag mural. This is a great time to get to know students in your program and students from all other programs across campus.

RETURNING STUDENTS – INFORMATION FOR POWER BACK UP

If you are a returning student, we hope you had a great summer and we are excited to have you back on campus.

We want you to come to the FREE BBQ and concert on Monday night from 4:30 – 7:00 PM.

The rest of the day is optional for you to take care of any last minute business in the Bookstore, Cashier’s window, Financial Aid, or Registration offices.

We hope to see you to earn some tokens on Monday night!

Week of Welcome Signage

During the Week of Welcome, you will see signage about campus events and the “bright signs” with scrolling information. These are two great ways to stay up to date with campus events during the week.

Week of Welcome – August 22^nd through August 26^th

Week of Welcome offers activities for all students throughout the first week on campus.

We believe students that make connections to State Tech outside the classroom are more likely to persist and retain to graduation. Along the way, we hope they have a lot of fun and network with students from many programs that can become friends after graduation.

Please look at the list of events in the graphic. We hope they stop by Tuesday morning and grab FREE coffee and donuts before heading to class. Then, stay and play paintball from 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM.

Wednesday, try to have the fastest lap in the NASCAR simulator from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM, speak to local employers at the Part-Time Job Fair, or get to know other students at the Ice Cream Social at 4:00 PM.

Thursday, make your own State Tech tie-dyed t-shirt from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM and join us for Trivia Night in the Vehicle & Power Center. Get a team of 6 together and see if you can take home the top prizes!

Friday, we will have Carnival Food Frenzy before you conclude classes for the first week!

Are there reasons to attend these events than just fun? Absolutely! First, you can accumulate “State Tech Tokens” to purchase prizes at the end of the year BBQ. Second, you can help your program win a $5,000 prize just be attending these events.

Week of Welcome Competition – Win $5,000 for Your Program

We think it’s always a great time to attend fun and free activities outside the classroom.

But if you need another reason to attend Week of Welcome activities, we have one for you.

The program that has the highest attendance percentage during Week of Welcome Activities will win a $5,000 award from Student Government Association.

Will Auto Collision win again? Will another program steal the title away and win the $5,000?

Attend all the events for your program and see if you can help win the prize and earn yourself State Tech Tokens.

State Tech Tokens

When a student attends any event on campus, they check-in and earn tokens. We keep a running scoreboard all year long and students use them to bid on and purchase prizes at the end of the year BBQ.

Last year, Mason Zollman accumulated the most tokens and won a PS5, Oculus VR Goggles, and more. It pays off to attend events, earn tokens, and get prizes at the end of the school year.

We hope to see many of you attend all the events you are able throughout the year. You will event earn tokens by participating in and/or attending Intramural events as a spectator.

Later, when we offer education and awareness programming, those will have a token value as well. We are looking forward to a great year and hope to see you at as many events as your schedule allows.

Next Five Wednesdays

After Week of Welcome, the fun will not go away. We plan to host an event each of the next five Wednesdays through the end of September.

The first event of the “Next Five Wednesdays” schedule will be the “Over Kill BBQ”.

Wednesday, August 31, 2022 from 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM (or we run out of beef). We will host a FREE BBQ on the Osage Community Center Patio.

State Tech purchased a steer at the Osage County Fair and we will be cooking the whole cow on the 9-foot grill for you! All are welcome to attend!

What Questions Do You Have?

Every week, I am going to close by asking you to reply if you have questions. I will reply to all questions. If you ask a question that everyone needs to hear, I may use your question in our next Staying in Touch. All of this information and more is on the New Student FAQ website.

Thanks again for choosing State Tech and we look forward to you joining us next semester! Just 5 days until classes begin!

Good afternoon! We are coming to the close of another week. We hope everyone is preparing to arrive on campus for Power Up on Monday, August 22, 2022.

Our team will be on campus from 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM on Sunday, August 21, 2022 to assist with Move-In and have our Bookstore, Cashier window, and other offices open to assist families moving to Linn for the 2022-2023 year.

We hope you have safe travels to Linn. Let us know if you have any final questions. Thanks and have a great weekend.

myTech Student Resources

Many improvements have been implemented over the past year as we continue to build out myTech. Here are some updated on resources available for our students.:

myTech (mytech.statetechmo.edu/ics) was built as our student portal.

1. myTech is a single sign-on site so they will need to utilize their State Tech student email as their username and their email password for the site password.
2. The “Course Schedule” tab is a resource to help students identify class section locations and and to see if classes have seats available. This is live data.
3. The “Resources” tab is a one-stop location:
   1. Training videos and documents to help them navigation myTech.
   2. Student forms are also located here.
4. Students can do the following in myTech (once they log in):
   1. View academic advisor information
   2. View hold information
   3. View their course schedule
   4. Complete their registration forms.
   5. View financial account details
   6. Make an online payment
   7. View tax documents
   8. Sign up for Direct Deposit
   9. Give FERPA permissions
   10. View unofficial transcript

FERPA Access in myTech

Did you know once you enter State Tech, the right to access your education and financial records at State Tech belong to you.  You can now consent to provide access to your student and financial record to whomever you would like when you complete the consent form.  Below are the step-by-step instructions to complete the consent form for your FERPA permission.  After completing your form, please allow up to 48 hours before the rights are granted and they receive the login to myTech.

After logging into myTech – Select “Student”

Select “myForms” from the pages on the left side of your screen:

myFERPA Permissions portal is located in the center of the screen. Select “Define New Permissions”.

Complete the form by entering in the information of the individual that you would like to provide FERPA access to your account

What Questions Do You Have?

Every week, I am going to close by asking you to reply if you have questions. I will reply to all questions. If you ask a question that everyone needs to hear, I may use your question in our next Staying in Touch. All of this information and more is on the New Student FAQ website.

Thanks again for choosing State Tech and we look forward to you joining us next semester! Just 3days until classes begin!

Happy Thursday everyone! We are now just 4 days until Power Up! Faculty are back on campus and they brought positive energy with them.

Our team has spent the last two days completing planning sessions for the year and service projects for campus and the local community.

We will be open tomorrow, Friday, August 19, 2022 from 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM if you need to avoid the lines and get books, pay your bill, order a meal plan, or check on your financial aid. Stop by and we can help with those last minute details. See you Monday at Power Up!

We are Open Sunday, August 21, 2022 (Move-In Day)

Stop by the Bookstore, Cashier, and all our Student Affairs offices if you need to complete anything before PowerUp and the start of classes.

We hope these Sunday hours provide an opportunity for families who are not able to visit Monday through Friday.

If you need any help with Fall enrollment, we will be here from 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM to assist.

Power Up is Monday, August 22, 2022

Our campus services will be open at 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM to assist students and parents that need to complete business with any office prior to Power Up.

Check-In for Power Up begins at 2:00 PM in the Activity Center.

3:00 PM Power Up Welcome session begins! We will welcome everyone to campus and then get you to your instructors.

3:30 PM you will meet instructors in your program and talk about important information to help students be successful. After that meeting we will all get back together at 4:30 PM for a FREE BBQ Dinner with a Concert on the patio between the Activity Center and the Osage County Community Center (OCCC). It’s right next to the American Flag mural. This is a great time to get to know students in your program and students from all other programs across campus.

RETURNING STUDENTS – INFORMATION FOR POWER BACK UP

If you are a returning student, we hope you had a great summer and we are excited to have you back on campus.

We want you to come to the FREE BBQ and concert on Monday night from 4:30 – 7:00 PM.

The rest of the day is optional for you to take care of any last minute business in the Bookstore, Cashier’s window, Financial Aid, or Registration offices.

We hope to see you to earn some tokens on Monday night!

Week of Welcome – August 22^nd through August 26^th

Week of Welcome offers activities for all students throughout the first week on campus.

We believe students that make connections to State Tech outside the classroom are more likely to persist and retain to graduation. Along the way, we hope they have a lot of fun and network with students from many programs that can become friends after graduation.

Please look at the list of events in the graphic. We hope they stop by Tuesday morning and grab FREE coffee and donuts before heading to class. Then, stay and play paintball from 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM.

Wednesday, try to have the fastest lap in the NASCAR simulator from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM, speak to local employers at the Part-Time Job Fair, or get to know other students at the Ice Cream Social at 4:00 PM.

Thursday, make your own State Tech tie-dyed t-shirt from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM and join us for Trivia Night in the Vehicle & Power Center. Get a team of 6 together and see if you can take home the top prizes!

Friday, we will have Carnival Food Frenzy before you conclude classes for the first week!

Are there reasons to attend these events than just fun? Absolutely! First, you can accumulate “State Tech Tokens” to purchase prizes at the end of the year BBQ. Second, you can help your program win a $5,000 prize just be attending these events.

Week of Welcome Competition – Win $5,000 for Your Program

We think it’s always a great time to attend fun and free activities outside the classroom.

But if you need another reason to attend Week of Welcome activities, we have one for you.

The program that has the highest attendance percentage during Week of Welcome Activities will win a $5,000 award from Student Government Association.

Will Auto Collision win again? Will another program steal the title away and win the $5,000?

Attend all the events for your program and see if you can help win the prize and earn yourself State Tech Tokens.

State Tech Tokens

When a student attends any event on campus, they check-in and earn tokens. We keep a running scoreboard all year long and students use them to bid on and purchase prizes at the end of the year BBQ.

Last year, Mason Zollman accumulated the most tokens and won a PS5, Oculus VR Goggles, and more. It pays off to attend events, earn tokens, and get prizes at the end of the school year.

We hope to see many of you attend all the events you are able throughout the year. You will event earn tokens by participating in and/or attending Intramural events as a spectator.

Later, when we offer education and awareness programming, those will have a token value as well. We are looking forward to a great year and hope to see you at as many events as your schedule allows.

Next Five Wednesdays

After Week of Welcome, the fun will not go away. We plan to host an event each of the next five Wednesdays through the end of September.

The first event of the “Next Five Wednesdays” schedule will be the “Over Kill BBQ”.

Wednesday, August 31, 2022 from 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM (or we run out of beef). We will host a FREE BBQ on the Osage Community Center Patio.

State Tech purchased a steer at the Osage County Fair and we will be cooking the whole cow on the 9-foot grill for you! All are welcome to attend!

What Questions Do You Have?

Every week, I am going to close by asking you to reply if you have questions. I will reply to all questions. If you ask a question that everyone needs to hear, I may use your question in our next Staying in Touch. All of this information and more is on the New Student FAQ website.

Thanks again for choosing State Tech and we look forward to you joining us next semester! Just 5 days until classes begin!

One week from today, we will welcome incoming and returning students back to campus for the Fall 2022 semester! We are very excited to start the Fall semester. Our entire team is ready to help you have a great transition to State Tech and get the year rolling off to a great start.

We are counting down the days to Move-In Day, Power Up and Week of Welcome. Have a great week, let us know if you have questions, and please have safe travels as you drive to Linn, MO.

Training Video in myTech – Finding Your Course Schedule

Printing a PDF of your schedule in myTech

Here is the training video that will show you how to navigate the login to myTech and find your course schedule.

Printing Your Class Schedule – From a Desktop Computer

• Log into myTech.
• Select the “Student” tab at the top of the page.

• Proceed to the “myCourse Information” page on the left side of the screen. (see red arrow)

• Make sure the Term Drop down box is updated for the semester schedule you want to view.  The PDF version of myCourseSchedule is printable.

Near the bottom of the schedule, you can see the myCourseSchedule with the PDF icon. Click there to print the schedule.

Finding Your Schedule from a Mobile Phone

• Log in to myTech.
• Select hamburger symbol (three lines)
• Then click on the student tab at the top of the page
• Click on the white arrow at the bottom left of the page.

• Proceed to the “myCourse Information” page on the left side of the screen.

• Make sure the Term Drop down box is updated (see highlighted yellow below) for the semester schedule you want to view.  Choose 2022-2023 Academic Year – Fall).

• Many students on a mobile device will screen shot the schedule and use it as their lock screen until they have it memorized.

More Updates This Week

Please reply with any questions. We will be adding more information this week as we countdown to Power Up on Monday, August 22, 2022. We cannot wait to have you on campus. Have a great week.

Happy Friday! We made it to the end of another week. When you hear from me again on Monday, we will be just one week from Power Up! Our team on campus is preparing to welcome everyone back and have a great Week of Welcome. In today’s edition, we will have good information about the upcoming schedule, ways to get involved on campus and find how you can enjoy time inside and outside of class, and maybe even some tips & tricks about how to have a smooth transition to State Tech. We are excited to welcome everyone to campus next week! Let us know if there are questions, we can help with before Power Up and the Week of Welcome. Be on the lookout for a second email from me today about Tips & Tricks for driving and parking on campus. The first week can be hectic and we want to provide good information about how to make driving and parking smooth for everyone. Thanks and have a great weekend!

Sunday, August 21, 2022 – Offices Open 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Stop by the Bookstore, Cashier, and all our Student Affairs offices if you need to complete anything before PowerUp and the start of classes.

We hope these Sunday hours provide an opportunity for families who are not able to visit Monday through Friday.

Students moving into on-campus housing please check-in to your room first and then visit our offices. Thanks!

Second Year Students – Power BACK Up

Returning students! We are excited to get you back on campus. It all starts on Monday, August 22, 2022. Feel free to come and visit any of our offices during the day and complete any last minute business you need to conduct. Then, come to the FREE BBQ and Concert starting at 4:30 PM between the Activity Center and the Osage County Community Center (building with the American Flag mural). We will have free food, tailgate games, live music, and more. It’s also your first chance to earn tokens for the year!

Books Available – Follow Instructions Below

The bookstore website (bookstore.statetechmo.edu) is now open for business and students can place orders for Fall 2022 books, tools, and supplies.

To order books:

1. Navigate to bookstore.statetechmo.edu
2. Click on MY ACCOUNT at the top of the page.
   1. If you HAVE NOT received any email communication from the State Tech bookstore about your login, please click on register here, then click on create profile for Browsing and shipping.  It is ideal to use your state tech email address and student ID in the registration.  If you need help finding either, just call 573-897-5333 or email bookstore@statetechmo.edu.
   2. If you HAVE received email communication from the State Tech bookstore that your account has been created, you can enter your state tech email address in the email address box, then enter your student ID number in the password box.  (Your password can be easily reset if you have any trouble logging in – just call 573-897-5333 or email bookstore@statetechmo.edu)
3. Once you are logged in, Click on textbook lookup
4. Grab your course schedule (you can find in myTech).
5. Select the course prefix of each class on your course schedule (first three letters, i.e. HVT) from the department list, select the course from the course-section-instructor list.  Add all courses on your schedule, then click on View Your materials.  As you’re reviewing the list, you can select new or used copies of textbooks. (if there is no radio button next to the used price, then there are no used copies available).  Once you have selected everything you want to purchase, click on continue to checkout.
6. Enter payment information and complete purchase.  If you intend to use financial aid to purchase items in the bookstore, aid will not be available until near the start of the Fall 2022 semester (late August 2022).  Watch your email for notification that financial aid (student account credit balances) will be available to be used in the bookstore.
7. No book or tool orders are shipped, they must be picked up in store.  Store hours: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm.  The bookstore is CLOSED Wednesday 8/17/22.  The bookstore will be open Sunday 8/21/22 10am – 2pm.
8. Final book adoptions and shipments are still being processed, so please check the website often
9. CALL IF YOU NEED HELP (573) 897-5333 – we are here to help you!!

Power Up is Monday, August 22, 2022

Our campus services will be open at 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM to assist students and parents that need to complete business with any office prior to Power Up.

Check-In for Power Up begins at 2:00 PM in the Activity Center.

3:00 PM Power Up Welcome session begins! We will welcome everyone to campus and then get you to your instructors.

3:30 PM you will meet instructors in your program and talk about important information to help students be successful. After that meeting we will all get back together at 4:30 PM for a FREE BBQ Dinner with a Concert on the patio between the Activity Center and the Osage County Community Center (OCCC). It’s right next to the American Flag mural. This is a great time to get to know students in your program and students from all other programs across campus.

Week of Welcome – August 22^nd through August 26^th

Week of Welcome offers activities for all students throughout the first week on campus.

We believe students that make connections to State Tech outside the classroom are more likely to persist and retain to graduation. Along the way, we hope they have a lot of fun and network with students from many programs that can become friends after graduation.

Please look at the list of events in the graphic. We hope they stop by Tuesday morning and grab FREE coffee and donuts before heading to class. Then, stay and play paintball from 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM.

Wednesday, try to have the fastest lap in the NASCAR simulator from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM, speak to local employers at the Part-Time Job Fair, or get to know other students at the Ice Cream Social at 4:00 PM.

Thursday, make your own State Tech tie-dyed t-shirt from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM and join us for Trivia Night in the Vehicle & Power Center. Get a team of 6 together and see if you can take home the top prizes!

Friday, we will have Carnival Food Frenzy before you conclude classes for the first week!

Are there reasons to attend these events than just fun? Absolutely! First, you can accumulate “State Tech Tokens” to purchase prizes at the end of the year BBQ. Second, you can help your program win a $5,000 prize just be attending these events.

Week of Welcome Competition – Win $5,000 for Your Program

We think it’s always a great time to attend fun and free activities outside the classroom.

But if you need another reason to attend Week of Welcome activities, we have one for you.

The program that has the highest attendance percentage during Week of Welcome Activities will win a $5,000 award from Student Government Association.

Will Auto Collision win again? Will another program steal the title away and win the $5,000?

Attend all the events for your program and see if you can help win the prize and earn yourself State Tech Tokens.

State Tech Tokens

When a student attends any event on campus, they check-in and earn tokens. We keep a running scoreboard all year long and students use them to bid on and purchase prizes at the end of the year BBQ.

Last year, Mason Zollman accumulated the most tokens and won a PS5, Oculus VR Goggles, and more. It pays off to attend events, earn tokens, and get prizes at the end of the school year.

We hope to see many of you attend all the events you are able throughout the year. You will event earn tokens by participating in and/or attending Intramural events as a spectator.

Later, when we offer education and awareness programming, those will have a token value as well. We are looking forward to a great year and hope to see you at as many events as your schedule allows.

Fall 2022 Meal Plans May be Purchased

Fall 2022 Meal plans are available for purchase https://statetechmo.edu/campus-dining/

To purchase a meal plan for any semester, complete this form and return it to billing@statetechmo.edu or drop it off at the cashier’s window.

Renovations have not progressed as quickly as we hoped, but they will be happening in the very near future.  We are excited to offer 2 meal plans to Fall 2022 students.  Please watch your email for more information related to the transformation in the Founder’s 1961 Café (former Main Stream Café in ITC) and the Osage Burger Company (former Orbit Lounge in Activity Center).

Meal Plan Options

• 14 Meal Plan: $1,300 – Includes 150 flex dollars (Required for residential students)
• 80 Meal Block Plan: $530 – Includes 50 flex dollars

* Meal plan rates for students in programs with required internships, start, or end dates that are different from the standard academic calendar will be prorated appropriately.

Students will be able to use flex dollars to purchase items outside of the meal plans (please be on the lookout for news about those coming attractions).

To purchase a meal plan for any semester, complete this form and return it to billing@statetechmo.edu or drop it off at the cashier’s window.

Student Account Information

Access to Fall 2022 student account detail has just been made available to all students.  This detail includes pending financial aid.  To view this detail, login to mytech with your State Tech email address and password.

• Click on the Student Tab
• Then, click on myFinancialinformation.
• You choose the option to view your account details.
• You can also choose the option to make a payment.
• Please see screen shots and instructions below

Please beware that charges and pending financial aid are in preliminary status. This means you may see changes as our team works to finalize the process.

If you have questions about the detail of your student account, please contact the Financial Services Coordinator at 573-897-5121 or billing@statetechmo.edu.  If you have questions about your pending financial aid, please contact financial aid at 573-897-5000, then select Option 2, or send a note to financialaid@statetechmo.edu.

Mobile and Desktop Instructions to View Student Account/Make A Payment

MOBILE DEVICE

Log into mytech.statetechmo.edu/ics

Username = firstname.lastname@iam.statetechmo.edu

Password = Email Password

Select the hamburger icon in the upper left corner and then select “Student”

DESKTOP

Log into mytech.statetechmo.edu/ics

Username = firstname.lastname@iam.statetechmo.edu

Password = Email Password

Select the “Student” tab

Select the arrow icon in the bottom left corner of the screen.

Select “myFinancial Information”

Select “myFinancial Information”

To View Your Account Statement:

Scroll to “myFinancial Account” and select “Account Statement”.

A PDF generated statement will show up as a link to select and your “Account Statement” will show in a PDF file to you.

To View Your Balance Due:

Scroll to “myFinancial Account” and select the term in which you would like to view your balance.

To Make a Payment:

Scroll to “myFinancial Account” and select the term in which you would like to see your balance and select “Make payment”.

Select the term and year you would like to have the payment associated with and select “Continue payment checkout”.

Enter in your payment information and select “Pay”

What Questions Do You Have?

Every week, I am going to close by asking you to reply if you have questions. I will reply to all questions. If you ask a question that everyone needs to hear, I may use your question in our next Staying in Touch. All of this information and more is on the New Student FAQ website.

Thanks again for choosing State Tech and we look forward to you joining us next semester! Just a little over one week until classes begin!

Good morning everyone! Today, we are just two weeks until Power Up for incoming students and Power BACK Up for returning students.

We are going to cover a lot of information in today’s edition. All items to make sure you are aware of how you can have a smooth experience as classes begin on Tuesday, August 23, 2022.

Please make sure to review each section and make sure you are on the right track to get items complete in the next two weeks so you are able to focus on starting the semester in a positive way. We are excited to welcome you to campus for the 2022-2023 instructional year.

Looking for Housing? We Have a Solution for That

Additional Housing Announcement – We Have Spots Available

State Tech is happy to announce a partnership with Lincoln University to offer State Tech students on-campus housing in a building our Residence Life team will manage during the 2022-2023 academic year. Click on the video for more information and reach out to Hanna Hensing @ hanna.hensing@statetechmo.edu if you have questions.

Loose ends checklist

Here are some things you should make sure you should make sure you have complete as you arrive for Power Up and the first day of classes.

• Be sure you can log in to myTech and your student email account.
• Reivew your schedule and print off a copy or take a screen shot from myTech. Learn buildings and classroom locations.
• If you have not, get your student ID at the Activity Center.
• Visit the Bookstore online to order books and tools.
• Reach out to Financial Aid Office with any questions.
• Pay your balance or set up a payment plan with the Cashier.

Books Available – Follow Instructions Below

THANK YOU FOR YOUR PATIENCE!!!!!  The bookstore website (bookstore.statetechmo.edu) is now open for business and students can place orders for Fall 2022 books, tools, and supplies.

To order books:

1. Navigate to bookstore.statetechmo.edu
2. Click on MY ACCOUNT at the top of the page.
   1. If you HAVE NOT received any email communication from the State Tech bookstore about your login, please click on register here, then click on create profile for Browsing and shipping.  It is ideal to use your state tech email address and student ID in the registration.  If you need help finding either, just call 573-897-5333 or email bookstore@statetechmo.edu.
   2. If you HAVE received email communication from the State Tech bookstore that your account has been created, you can enter your state tech email address in the email address box, then enter your student ID number in the password box.  (Your password can be easily reset if you have any trouble logging in – just call 573-897-5333 or email bookstore@statetechmo.edu)
3. Once you are logged in, Click on textbook lookup
4. Grab your course schedule (you can find in myTech).
5. Select the course prefix of each class on your course schedule (first three letters, i.e. HVT) from the department list, select the course from the course-section-instructor list.  Add all courses on your schedule, then click on View Your materials.  As you’re reviewing the list, you can select new or used copies of textbooks. (if there is no radio button next to the used price, then there are no used copies available).  Once you have selected everything you want to purchase, click on continue to checkout.
6. Enter payment information and complete purchase.  If you intend to use financial aid to purchase items in the bookstore, aid will not be available until near the start of the Fall 2022 semester (late August 2022).  Watch your email for notification that financial aid (student account credit balances) will be available to be used in the bookstore.
7. No book or tool orders are shipped, they must be picked up in store.  Store hours: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm.  The bookstore is CLOSED Wednesday 8/17/22.  The bookstore will be open Sunday 8/21/22 10am – 2pm.
8. Final book adoptions and shipments are still being processed, so please check the website often
9. CALL IF YOU NEED HELP (573) 897-5333 – we are here to help you!!

Offices Open Sunday, August 21, 2022

Sunday, August 21, 2022 from 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM.

Stop by the Bookstore, Cashier, and all our Student Affairs offices if you need to complete anything before PowerUp and the start of classes.

We hope these Sunday hours provide an opportunity for families who are not able to visit Monday through Friday.

Student Account Information

Access to Fall 2022 student account detail has just been made available to all students.  This detail includes pending financial aid.  To view this detail, login to mytech with your State Tech email address and password.

• Click on the Student Tab
• Then, click on myFinancialinformation.
• You choose the option to view your account details.
• You can also choose the option to make a payment.
• Please see screen shots and instructions below

Please beware that charges and pending financial aid are in preliminary status. This means you may see changes as our team works to finalize the process.

If you have questions about the detail of your student account, please contact the Financial Services Coordinator at 573-897-5121 or billing@statetechmo.edu.  If you have questions about your pending financial aid, please contact financial aid at 573-897-5000, then select Option 2, or send a note to financialaid@statetechmo.edu.

Mobile and Desktop Instructions to View Student Account/Make A Payment

MOBILE DEVICE

Log into mytech.statetechmo.edu/ics

Username = firstname.lastname@iam.statetechmo.edu

Password = Email Password

Select the hamburger icon in the upper left corner and then select “Student”

DESKTOP

Log into mytech.statetechmo.edu/ics

Username = firstname.lastname@iam.statetechmo.edu

Password = Email Password

Select the “Student” tab

Select the arrow icon in the bottom left corner of the screen.

Select “myFinancial Information”

Select “myFinancial Information”

To View Your Account Statement:

Scroll to “myFinancial Account” and select “Account Statement”.

A PDF generated statement will show up as a link to select and your “Account Statement” will show in a PDF file to you.

To View Your Balance Due:

Scroll to “myFinancial Account” and select the term in which you would like to view your balance.

To Make a Payment:

Scroll to “myFinancial Account” and select the term in which you would like to see your balance and select “Make payment”.

Select the term and year you would like to have the payment associated with and select “Continue payment checkout”.

Enter in your payment information and select “Pay”

Fall 2022 Meal Plans May be Purchased

Fall 2022 Meal plans are available for purchase https://statetechmo.edu/campus-dining/

To purchase a meal plan for any semester, complete this form and return it to billing@statetechmo.edu or drop it off at the cashier’s window.

Renovations have not progressed as quickly as we hoped, but they will be happening in the very near future.  We are excited to offer 2 meal plans to Fall 2022 students.  Please watch your email for more information related to the transformation in the Founder’s 1961 Café (former Main Stream Café in ITC) and the Osage Burger Company (former Orbit Lounge in Activity Center).

Meal Plan Options

• 14 Meal Plan: $1,300 – Includes 150 flex dollars (Required for residential students)
• 80 Meal Block Plan: $530 – Includes 50 flex dollars

* Meal plan rates for students in programs with required internships, start, or end dates that are different from the standard academic calendar will be prorated appropriately.

Students will be able to use flex dollars to purchase items outside of the meal plans (please be on the lookout for news about those coming attractions).

To purchase a meal plan for any semester, complete this form and return it to billing@statetechmo.edu or drop it off at the cashier’s window.

Power Up is Monday, August 22, 2022

Our campus services will be open at 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM to assist students and parents that need to complete business with any office prior to Power Up.

Check-In for Power Up begins at 2:00 PM in the Activity Center.

3:00 PM Power Up Welcome session begins! We will welcome everyone to campus and then get you to your instructors.

3:30 PM you will meet instructors in your program and talk about important information to help students be successful. After that meeting we will all get back together at 4:30 PM for a FREE BBQ Dinner with a Concert on the patio between the Activity Center and the Osage County Community Center (OCCC). It’s right next to the American Flag mural. This is a great time to get to know students in your program and students from all other programs across campus.

Week of Welcome – August 22^nd through August 26^th

Week of Welcome offers activities for all students throughout the first week on campus.

We believe students that make connections to State Tech outside the classroom are more likely to persist and retain to graduation. Along the way, we hope they have a lot of fun and network with students from many programs that can become friends after graduation.

Please look at the list of events in the graphic. We hope they stop by Tuesday morning and grab FREE coffee and donuts before heading to class. Then, stay and play paintball from 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM.

Wednesday, try to have the fastest lap in the NASCAR simulator from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM, speak to local employers at the Part-Time Job Fair, or get to know other students at the Ice Cream Social at 4:00 PM.

Thursday, make your own State Tech tie-dyed t-shirt from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM and join us for Trivia Night in the Vehicle & Power Center. Get a team of 6 together and see if you can take home the top prizes!

Friday, we will have Carnival Food Frenzy before you conclude classes for the first week!

Are there reasons to attend these events than just fun? Absolutely! First, you can accumulate “State Tech Tokens” to purchase prizes at the end of the year BBQ. Second, you can help your program win a $5,000 prize just be attending these events.

Week of Welcome Competition – Win $5,000 for Your Program

We think it’s always a great time to attend fun and free activities outside the classroom.

But if you need another reason to attend Week of Welcome activities, we have one for you.

The program that has the highest attendance percentage during Week of Welcome Activities will win a $5,000 award from Student Government Association.

Will Auto Collision win again? Will another program steal the title away and win the $5,000?

Attend all the events for your program and see if you can help win the prize and earn yourself State Tech Tokens.

State Tech Tokens

When a student attends any event on campus, they check-in and earn tokens. We keep a running scoreboard all year long and students use them to bid on and purchase prizes at the end of the year BBQ.

Last year, Mason Zollman accumulated the most tokens and won a PS5, Oculus VR Goggles, and more. It pays off to attend events, earn tokens, and get prizes at the end of the school year.

We hope to see many of you attend all the events you are able throughout the year. You will event earn tokens by participating in and/or attending Intramural events as a spectator.

Later, when we offer education and awareness programming, those will have a token value as well. We are looking forward to a great year and hope to see you at as many events as your schedule allows.

Next Five Wednesdays

After Week of Welcome, the fun will not go away. We plan to host an event each of the next five Wednesdays through the end of September.

The first event of the “Next Five Wednesdays” schedule will be the “Over Kill BBQ”.

Wednesday, August 31, 2022 from 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM (or we run out of beef). We will host a FREE BBQ on the Osage Community Center Patio.

State Tech purchased a steer at the Osage County Fair and we will be cooking the whole cow on the 9-foot grill for you! All are welcome to attend!

What Questions Do You Have?

Every week, I am going to close by asking you to reply if you have questions. I will reply to all questions. If you ask a question that everyone needs to hear, I may use your question in our next Staying in Touch. All of this information and more is on the New Student FAQ website.

Thanks again for choosing State Tech and we look forward to you joining us next semester! Just 4 weeks until classes begin!

Good afternoon everyone. We hope you had a great week and have plans to spend time with friends and family for the weekend.

When we return to campus Monday, we will be just 2 weeks until PowerUp.

Just a friendly reminder that our offices will be open for students and families on Sunday, August 21, 2022 from 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM.

Stop by the Bookstore, Cashier, and all our Student Affairs offices if you need to complete anything before PowerUp and the start of classes.

We hope these Sunday hours provide an opportunity for families who are not able to visit Monday through Friday.

Care Package Options

If you would like to order a care package for a student, click on the picture and explore the options.

Portions of all purchases are donated to the State Tech Food Pantry.

Click here to view to care package options.

New Fitness and Cardio Equipment in the Activity Center

Our Student Government Association votes on a project to complete each year. Last year, they voted to purchase additional cardio and weight equipment. Those new pieces have been arriving this summer. The final pieces arrived and were set in place this week. We hope you visit the Activity Center soon and help us break in the new equipment.

Click here to watch a video about the new space.

Student Account Information

Access to Fall 2022 student account detail has just been made available to all students.  This detail includes pending financial aid.  To view this detail, login to mytech with your State Tech email address and password.

• Click on the Student Tab
• Then, click on myFinancialinformation.
• You choose the option to view your account details.
• You can also choose the option to make a payment.
• Please see screen shots and instructions below

Please beware that charges and pending financial aid are in preliminary status. This means you may see changes as our team works to finalize the process.

If you have questions about the detail of your student account, please contact the Financial Services Coordinator at 573-897-5121 or billing@statetechmo.edu.  If you have questions about your pending financial aid, please contact financial aid at 573-897-5000, then select Option 2, or send a note to financialaid@statetechmo.edu.

Mobile and Desktop Instructions to View Student Account/Make A Payment

MOBILE DEVICE

Log into mytech.statetechmo.edu/ics

Username = firstname.lastname@iam.statetechmo.edu

Password = Email Password

Select the hamburger icon in the upper left corner and then select “Student”

DESKTOP

Log into mytech.statetechmo.edu/ics

Username = firstname.lastname@iam.statetechmo.edu

Password = Email Password

Select the “Student” tab

Select the arrow icon in the bottom left corner of the screen.

Select “myFinancial Information”

Select “myFinancial Information”

To View Your Account Statement:

Scroll to “myFinancial Account” and select “Account Statement”.

A PDF generated statement will show up as a link to select and your “Account Statement” will show in a PDF file to you.

To View Your Balance Due:

Scroll to “myFinancial Account” and select the term in which you would like to view your balance.

To Make a Payment:

Scroll to “myFinancial Account” and select the term in which you would like to see your balance and select “Make payment”.

Select the term and year you would like to have the payment associated with and select “Continue payment checkout”.

Enter in your payment information and select “Pay”

What Questions Do You Have?

Every week, I am going to close by asking you to reply if you have questions. I will reply to all questions. If you ask a question that everyone needs to hear, I may use your question in our next Staying in Touch. All of this information and more is on the New Student FAQ website.

Thanks again for choosing State Tech and we look forward to you joining us next semester! Just 2 weeks until classes begin!

Student Account Information

Access to Fall 2022 student account detail has just been made available to all students.  This detail includes pending financial aid.  To view this detail, login to mytech with your State Tech email address and password.

• Click on the Student Tab
• Then, click on myFinancialinformation.
• You choose the option to view your account details.
• You can also choose the option to make a payment.
• Please see screen shots and instructions below

Please beware that charges and pending financial aid are in preliminary status. This means you may see changes as our team works to finalize the process.

If you have questions about the detail of your student account, please contact the Financial Services Coordinator at 573-897-5121 or billing@statetechmo.edu.  If you have questions about your pending financial aid, please contact financial aid at 573-897-5000, then select Option 2, or send a note to financialaid@statetechmo.edu.

Mobile and Desktop Instructions to View Student Account/Make A Payment

MOBILE DEVICE

Log into mytech.statetechmo.edu/ics

Username = firstname.lastname@iam.statetechmo.edu

Password = Email Password

Select the hamburger icon in the upper left corner and then select “Student”

DESKTOP

Log into mytech.statetechmo.edu/ics

Username = firstname.lastname@iam.statetechmo.edu

Password = Email Password

Select the “Student” tab

Select the arrow icon in the bottom left corner of the screen.

Select “myFinancial Information”

Select “myFinancial Information”

To View Your Account Statement:

Scroll to “myFinancial Account” and select “Account Statement”.

A PDF generated statement will show up as a link to select and your “Account Statement” will show in a PDF file to you.

To View Your Balance Due:

Scroll to “myFinancial Account” and select the term in which you would like to view your balance.

To Make a Payment:

Scroll to “myFinancial Account” and select the term in which you would like to see your balance and select “Make payment”.

Select the term and year you would like to have the payment associated with and select “Continue payment checkout”.

Enter in your payment information and select “Pay”

RETURNING STUDENTS – Power BACK Up with us on Monday, August 22, 2022

Returning students, we are excited to have you return to campus after a busy summer. We want you to know you are invited to join us on Monday, August 22, 2022 for a FREE BBQ dinner and concert from 4:30 PM – 7:00 PM on the patio between the Activity Center and the Osage County Community Center (building with the American Flag mural). This is your first chance to earn tokens for yourself and points for your program in the $5,000 Week of Welcome Competition.

If you need to check-in with any offices (Cashier, Financial Aid, Bookstore, etc.), they will be open from 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM that day. (they will also be open 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM on Sunday, August 21, 2022).

We can’t wait to have you back! We will see everyone on Monday, August 22, 2022!

Power Up BBQ and Band Update

Correction: On August 1, 2022, I sent out a note about our Power Up band in error. I sincerely apologize for the miscommunication.

Our Power Up band on Monday, August 22, 2022 is Jordan Heckemeyer with City Limits.

We are excited to have Jordan performing with us during Power Up. We will work with Shiloh to see if they can perform for our students on campus in the future.

Good morning! We are excited to say that today is 3 weeks until we host Power Up on campus. We hope everyone is eager to get to campus and start the 2022-2023 instructional year. Power Up is a chance to meet your instructors, advisors and learn about the classroom and lab expectations for your program. We will provide guidance on how to be successful inside and outside your program. We will also provide a FREE BBQ and concert at the end of the day.

Need Part-Time Employment?

Click HERE 

If you are interested in finding part-time employment while attending State Tech, Scott Peters in Career Services has compiled a list of local and on-campus options for work. We have attached a list to this email with the employers in the town of Linn and surrounding areas that hire State Tech students on a regular basis.  The list includes retail, farming and manufacturing.

If you are interested in a job on campus, you will want to visit our main website.

https://statetechmo.edu/career-openings/

If the college has openings, you will find Service Desk Attendant-Golf Course and Guest Services Attendants under the heading Staff Positions.   These jobs are available at the Activity Center or the Golf Course.

Additionally, State Tech’s dining service provider also hires students.  The dining service provider is Aladdin.  If interested in working for Aladdin while attending State Tech, visit the Aladdin website: https://apply.jobappnetwork.com/eliorstudentjobs/en or contact John Ruppert at john.ruppert@aladdinfood.com

The college also has a work-study program.  Jobs include janitorial and clerical positions throughout campus.  Students are allowed to work 10 hours a week.  These jobs are an excellent way to earn some dollars while not leaving campus. To determine your eligibility, you’ll want to contact representatives in the Financial Aid Office at FinancialAid@statetechmo.edu

If you have any questions, you can contact Scott to learn more:

Scott J. Peters

Career Services

State Technical College of Missouri

One Technology Drive

Linn, MO 65051

573.897.5159

scott.peters@statetechmo.edu

Student Charges in myTech

In communications with the Business Office and Financial Aid over the weekend, those offices plan to have student charges ready to release by the end of this week. Please be on the lookout for a notification from Staying in Touch when those charges go live! Thanks for your patience.

How to Find Your Advisor

All students will meet their advisor during Power Up on Monday, August 22, 2022. Howevger, if they would like to research it this week and learn a little about navigating in my Tech, please find some instructions on how to access that information on their mobile device.

1. login to mytech (mytech.statetechmo.edu)
2. Sign-in
   1. username: first.lastname@iam.statetechmo.edu
   2. password: Same password as canvas/email
3. Click the #1 (3 white lines)
4. Click #2 (the student tab)
5. Click #3 (the blue arrow)
6. Click #4 (myAdcademic information)
7. Once you click myAcademic information the advisor will be listed

How to Order Books

Books Available – Follow Instructions Below

To order books:

1. Navigate to bookstore.statetechmo.edu
2. Click on MY ACCOUNT at the top of the page.
   1. If you HAVE NOT received any email communication from the State Tech bookstore about your login, please click on register here, then click on create profile for Browsing and shipping.  It is ideal to use your state tech email address and student ID in the registration.  If you need help finding either, just call 573-897-5333 or email bookstore@statetechmo.edu.
   2. If you HAVE received email communication from the State Tech bookstore that your account has been created, you can enter your state tech email address in the email address box, then enter your student ID number in the password box.  (Your password can be easily reset if you have any trouble logging in – just call 573-897-5333 or email bookstore@statetechmo.edu)
3. Once you are logged in, Click on textbook lookup
4. Grab your course schedule (you can find in myTech).
5. Select the course prefix of each class on your course schedule (first three letters, i.e. HVT) from the department list, select the course from the course-section-instructor list.  Add all courses on your schedule, then click on View Your materials.  As you’re reviewing the list, you can select new or used copies of textbooks. (if there is no radio button next to the used price, then there are no used copies available).  Once you have selected everything you want to purchase, click on continue to checkout.
6. Enter payment information and complete purchase.  If you intend to use financial aid to purchase items in the bookstore, aid will not be available until near the start of the Fall 2022 semester (late August 2022).  Watch your email for notification that financial aid (student account credit balances) will be available to be used in the bookstore.
7. No book or tool orders are shipped, they must be picked up in store.  Store hours: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm.  The bookstore is CLOSED Wednesday 8/17/22.  The bookstore will be open Sunday 8/21/22 10am – 2pm.
8. Final book adoptions and shipments are still being processed, so please check the website often
9. CALL IF YOU NEED HELP (573) 897-5333 – we are here to help you!!

Fall 2022 Meal Plans May be Purchased

Fall 2022 Meal plans are available for purchase https://statetechmo.edu/campus-dining/

To purchase a meal plan for any semester, complete this form and return it to billing@statetechmo.edu or drop it off at the cashier’s window.

Renovations have not progressed as quickly as we hoped, but they will be happening in the very near future.  We are excited to offer 2 meal plans to Fall 2022 students.  Please watch your email for more information related to the transformation in the Founder’s 1961 Café (former Main Stream Café) and the Osage Burger Company (former Orbit Lounge).

Meal Plan Options

• 14 Meal Plan: $1,300 – Includes 150 flex dollars (Required for residential students)
• 80 Meal Block Plan: $530 – Includes 50 flex dollars

* Meal plan rates for students in programs with required internships, start, or end dates that are different from the standard academic calendar will be prorated appropriately.

Students will be able to use flex dollars to purchase items outside of the meal plans (please be on the lookout for news about those coming attractions).

To purchase a meal plan for any semester, complete this form and return it to billing@statetechmo.edu or drop it off at the cashier’s window.

Housing Options

Looking for Housing? We Have a Solution for That

Additional Housing Announcement

We are excited to announce we have 24 students with room assignments in Tull Hall at Lincoln University! State Tech has a Resident Manager & a Resident Assistant who will be living in Tull Hall. Click on the video for more information and reach out to Hanna Hensing @ hanna.hensing@statetechmo.edu if you have questions.

Additional Off Campus Options

Hanna Hensing has been hearing from area property owners about off-campus availability. Please see the list of available properties in Linn if you are still looking for an off-campus place to rent.

• Room rental at BAND properties: keeleydiblasi@gmail.com, Keeley, 573-721-1792 (male room)
• DEM Properties: Donna Magrowski, 573-943-2294
• Brett Dufur: 573-698-3903, 2 bed apartment
• Danielle Sereni: 573-353-4920, 1 bed available
• SPRING 2023 BAND room available (male): Connie, 573-883-0135
• Craig Shaffer: 573-680-0685, 1 bed available
• Melba Dudenhoeffer: 573-690-9515, 3 Bed 2 Bath Mobile Home available

Tips & Tricks Later This Week!

Please be on the lookout for information about Week of Welcome events, learning how to earn “State Tech Tokens”, and our $5,000 competition between all instructional programs.

What Questions Do You Have?

Every week, I am going to close by asking you to reply if you have questions. I will reply to all questions. If you ask a question that everyone needs to hear, I may use your question in our next Staying in Touch. All of this information and more is on the New Student FAQ website.

Thanks again for choosing State Tech and we look forward to you joining us next semester! Just 3 weeks until classes begin!

Good afternoon everyone! We are just 4 weeks away from Power Up for new students. Monday, August 22, 2022, our team will be on campus starting at 8:00 AM to help students with the last minute details of preparing for the Fall semester of 2022. Check-in will be at 2:00 PM in the Activity Center. We will then start our Welcome Session at 3:00 PM. Students will meet their instructors and learn important program information that will prepare them for classes. Following the session, we will host a FREE BBQ dinner and concert for all incoming AND returning students from 4:30 – 7:00 PM on the patio between the Activity Center and the OCCC (building with the American flag mural)! Can’t wait to see you all on campus in a few weeks!

Power Up Agenda – Please Review

Books Available – Follow Instructions Below

THANK YOU FOR YOUR PATIENCE!!!!!  The bookstore website (bookstore.statetechmo.edu) is now open for business and students can place orders for Fall 2022 books, tools, and supplies.

To order books:

1. Navigate to bookstore.statetechmo.edu
2. Click on MY ACCOUNT at the top of the page.
   1. If you HAVE NOT received any email communication from the State Tech bookstore about your login, please click on register here, then click on create profile for Browsing and shipping.  It is ideal to use your state tech email address and student ID in the registration.  If you need help finding either, just call 573-897-5333 or email bookstore@statetechmo.edu.
   2. If you HAVE received email communication from the State Tech bookstore that your account has been created, you can enter your state tech email address in the email address box, then enter your student ID number in the password box.  (Your password can be easily reset if you have any trouble logging in – just call 573-897-5333 or email bookstore@statetechmo.edu)
3. Once you are logged in, Click on textbook lookup
4. Grab your course schedule (you can find in myTech).
5. Select the course prefix of each class on your course schedule (first three letters, i.e. HVT) from the department list, select the course from the course-section-instructor list.  Add all courses on your schedule, then click on View Your materials.  As you’re reviewing the list, you can select new or used copies of textbooks. (if there is no radio button next to the used price, then there are no used copies available).  Once you have selected everything you want to purchase, click on continue to checkout.
6. Enter payment information and complete purchase.  If you intend to use financial aid to purchase items in the bookstore, aid will not be available until near the start of the Fall 2022 semester (late August 2022).  Watch your email for notification that financial aid (student account credit balances) will be available to be used in the bookstore.
7. No book or tool orders are shipped, they must be picked up in store.  Store hours: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm.  The bookstore is CLOSED Wednesday 8/17/22.  The bookstore will be open Sunday 8/21/22 10am – 2pm.
8. Final book adoptions and shipments are still being processed, so please check the website often
9. CALL IF YOU NEED HELP (573) 897-5333 – we are here to help you!!

Fall 2022 Meal Plans May be Purchased

Fall 2022 Meal plans are available for purchase https://statetechmo.edu/campus-dining/

To purchase a meal plan for any semester, complete this form and return it to billing@statetechmo.edu or drop it off at the cashier’s window.

Renovations have not progressed as quickly as we hoped, but they will be happening in the very near future.  We are excited to offer 2 meal plans to Fall 2022 students.  Please watch your email for more information related to the transformation in the Founder’s 1961 Café (former Main Stream Café) and the Osage Burger Company (former Orbit Lounge).

Meal Plan Options

• 14 Meal Plan: $1,300 – Includes 150 flex dollars (Required for residential students)
• 80 Meal Block Plan: $530 – Includes 50 flex dollars

* Meal plan rates for students in programs with required internships, start, or end dates that are different from the standard academic calendar will be prorated appropriately.

Students will be able to use flex dollars to purchase items outside of the meal plans (please be on the lookout for news about those coming attractions).

To purchase a meal plan for any semester, complete this form and return it to billing@statetechmo.edu or drop it off at the cashier’s window.

Thank you for choosing State Tech!!

Looking for Housing? We Have a Solution for That

Additional Housing Announcement

State Tech is happy to announce a partnership with Lincoln University to offer State Tech students on-campus housing in a building our Residence Life team will manage during the 2022-2023 academic year. Click on the video for more information and reach out to Hanna Hensing @ hanna.hensing@statetechmo.edu if you have questions.

What Questions Do You Have?

Every week, I am going to close by asking you to reply if you have questions. I will reply to all questions. If you ask a question that everyone needs to hear, I may use your question in our next Staying in Touch. All of this information and more is on the New Student FAQ website.

Thanks again for choosing State Tech and we look forward to you joining us next semester! Just 4 weeks until classes begin!

Power Up Schedule of Events

We hope that everyone had a great week. After the weekend, we will be just 4 weeks from Power Up! Please review the schedule of events below and plan to be on campus for our one-day mandatory orientation. Our offices will be open from 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM that day for anyone who has business to conduct in the Bookstore, Financial Aid, Records & Registration, or to get your student ID in the Activity Center.

If you have those things taken care of, Check-In will begin at 2:00 PM in the Activity Center. The program will start at 3:00 PM, then, you will spend about an hour with the faculty in your program learning about the expectations within the program, and finally, we will host a Welcome BBQ and concert on the OCCC Patio. We are looking forward to hosting everyone on campus.

Fall 2022 Meal Plans May be Purchased

Fall 2022 Meal plans are available for purchase https://statetechmo.edu/campus-dining/

To purchase a meal plan for any semester, complete this form and return it to billing@statetechmo.edu or drop it off at the cashier’s window.

Renovations have not progressed as quickly as we hoped, but they will be happening in the very near future.  We are excited to offer 2 meal plans to Fall 2022 students.  Please watch your email for more information related to the transformation in the Founder’s 1961 Café (former Main Stream Café) and the Osage Burger Company (former Orbit Lounge).

Meal Plan Options

• 14 Meal Plan: $1,300 – Includes 150 flex dollars (Required for residential students)
• 80 Meal Block Plan: $530 – Includes 50 flex dollars

* Meal plan rates for students in programs with required internships, start, or end dates that are different from the standard academic calendar will be prorated appropriately.

Students will be able to use flex dollars to purchase items outside of the meal plans (please be on the lookout for news about those coming attractions).

To purchase a meal plan for any semester, complete this form and return it to billing@statetechmo.edu or drop it off at the cashier’s window.

Thank you for choosing State Tech!!

Looking for Housing? We Have a Solution for That

Additional Housing Announcement

State Tech is happy to announce a partnership with Lincoln University to offer State Tech students on-campus housing in a building our Residence Life team will manage during the 2022-2023 academic year. Click on the video for more information and reach out to Hanna Hensing @ hanna.hensing@statetechmo.edu if you have questions.

What Questions Do You Have?

Every week, I am going to close by asking you to reply if you have questions. I will reply to all questions. If you ask a question that everyone needs to hear, I may use your question in our next Staying in Touch. All of this information and more is on the New Student FAQ website.

Thanks again for choosing State Tech and we look forward to you joining us next semester! Just 10 weeks until classes begin!

We hope everyone had a safe and enjoyable week this week. It is hard to believe we are now just 5 weeks until the first day of classes for the Fall semester!  We will continue to provide relevant information for students and parents to be ready for Fall 2022 at State Tech.  Today, we have information on how to order books from the bookstore below. Please be on the lookout for additional information the next couple of weeks.

PowerUp: Monday, August 22, 2022

First Day of Classes: Tuesday, August 23, 2022

Week of Welcome: August 21-August 26, 2022

Be on the lookout for information about:

• Books/Tools
• Payment Plans
• PowerUp Agenda
• Week of Welcome Schedule
• Wednesday Events in September
• Meal Plan Options

 THANK YOU FOR YOUR PATIENCE!!!!!  The bookstore website (bookstore.statetechmo.edu) is now open for business and students can place orders for Fall 2022 books, tools, and supplies. 

 To order books:

1. Navigate to bookstore.statetechmo.edu,
2. Click on MY ACCOUNT at the top of the page. 
   1. If you HAVE NOT received any email communication from the State Tech bookstore about your login, please click on register here, then click on create profile for Browsing and shipping.  It is ideal to use your state tech email address and student ID in the registration.  If you need help finding either, just call 573-897-5333 or email bookstore@statetechmo.edu.
   2. If you HAVE received email communication from the State Tech bookstore that your account has been created, you can enter your state tech email address in the email address box, then enter your student ID number in the password box.  (Your password can be easily reset if you have any trouble logging in – just call 573-897-5333 or email bookstore@statetechmo.edu)
3. Once you are logged in, Click on textbook lookup
4. Grab your course schedule
5. Select the course prefix of each class on your course schedule (first three letters, i.e. HVT) from the department list, select the course from the course-section-instructor list.  Add all courses on your schedule, then click on View Your materials.  As you’re reviewing the list, you can select new or used copies of textbooks. (if there is no radio button next to the used price, then there are no used copies available).  Once you have selected everything you want to purchase, click on continue to checkout. 
6. Enter payment information and complete purchase.  If you intend to use financial aid to purchase items in the bookstore, aid will not be available until near the start of the Fall 2022 semester (late August 2022).  Watch your email for notification that financial aid (student account credit balances) will be available to be used in the bookstore. 
7. No book or tool orders are shipped, they must be picked up in store.  Store hours: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm.  The bookstore is CLOSED Wednesday 8/17/22.  The bookstore will be open Sunday 8/21/22 10am – 2pm.
8. Final book adoptions and shipments are still being processed, so please check the website often
9. CALL IF YOU NEED HELP (573)897-5333 – we are here to help you!!

Spring 2022 Charges in myTech

Fall 2022 charges will soon be available for students to access in myTech.  Login to myTech using your student email address and email password.  Once logged in, click on the student tab, then click on myFinancialinformation to see your student account detail and balance.  myTech, the student portal, also provides a convenient way to pay your student account balance.

If you have any questions about student charges or payment plan options, please contact the cashier at    (573)897-5121

What Questions Do You Have?

Every week, I am going to close by asking you to reply if you have questions. I will reply to all questions. If you ask a question that everyone needs to hear, I may use your question in our next Staying in Touch. All of this information and more is on the New Student FAQ website.

Thanks again for choosing State Tech and we look forward to you joining us next semester! Just 5 weeks until classes begin!

We are now just 5 weeks until the first day of classes for the Fall semester! We will continue to provide relevant information for students and parents to be ready for Fall 2022 at State Tech. Please be on the lookout for additional information the next couple of weeks.

PowerUp: Monday, August 22, 2022

First Day of Classes: Tuesday, August 23, 2022

Week of Welcome: August 21-August 26, 2022

Be on the lookout for information about:

• Books/Tools
• Student Account Information
• Payment Plans
• PowerUp Agenda
• Week of Welcome Schedule
• Wednesday Events in September
• Fall Intramurals
• Meal Plan Options

Summer Finals

Final exams for the regular summer semester are scheduled to be held during the week of July 25th.

Please be on the lookout for finals day/time/location information announced in class and posted in the “Announcements” section on Canvas. Please check with your instructor(s) if you have questions about this semester’s finals schedule.

Students, please check with your instructor(s) if you have questions about this semester’s finals schedule.

Financial Aid

Have you thought about applying for Financial Aid for the 2022-2023 academic year? If you have not completed a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), you can do so at www.fafsa.gov and add the State Tech school code of 004711 and the results are sent to our Financial Aid Office for evaluation.

“Is my financial aid complete?”

If you have submitted your FAFSA to State Tech and we are looking for additional documentation to finalize your Financial Aid Offer, please check your student email to access your State Tech Financial Aid Portal. Your financial aid eligibility will not be determined and finalized until all required documents are submitted and reviewed.

<< Once you are logged in, the home screen will look like this

Click on the Menu link in the blue border and review the “Missing Items and Messages” page to see what needs to be turned in and what our office has received.

If you have questions about this process, please do not hesitate to reach out to the Financial Aid Office in one of several different ways. Everyone has questions, so please do not hesitate to ask and we will provide additional information for you to help you through the process.

Stop by the office in the Information Technology Center. Summer Hours:

Monday – Wednesday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Thursday 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Friday 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

1. Call (573) 897-5000, option 2
2. Send your questions to financialaid@statetechmo.edu
3. Ask us a question on the Web Chat at www.statetechmo.edu

“What will my out of pocket cost be?”

We have created a Cost Estimator Worksheet you can access from the Financial Aid website.

You can use the form by adding all applicable expenses from your bill in myTech. Then, add in all of your eligible financial aid. Subtract “Total Aid” from “Total Expenses” and that will help you determine any out of pocket cost for the Fall 2022 semester.

If you have questions about this process, please do not hesitate to reach out to the Financial Aid Office in one of several different ways. Everyone has questions, so please do not hesitate to ask and we will provide additional information for you to help you through the process.

1. Stop by the office in the Information Technology Center
2. Call (573) 897-5000, choose option 2
3. Send your questions to financialaid@statetechmo.edu
4. Ask us a question on the Web Chat at www.statetechmo.edu

Staying in Touch Archives

If you are receiving your first Staying in Touch today or you would just like to review past communications, please click on the link below to see an archive of our Staying in Touch and Tips & Tricks communications.

https://statetechmo.edu/staying-in-touch/

What Questions Do You Have?

Every week, I am going to close by asking you to reply if you have questions. I will reply to all questions. If you ask a question that everyone needs to hear, I may use your question in our next Staying in Touch. All of this information and more is on the New Student FAQ website.

Thanks again for choosing State Tech and we look forward to you joining us next semester! Just 10 weeks until classes begin!

We hope everyone had a safe and enjoyable week this week. It is hard to believe we are now just 6 weeks until the first day of classes for the Fall semester. We will continue to provide relevant information for students and parents to be ready for Fall 2022 at State Tech. Please be on the lookout for additional information the next couple of weeks.

PowerUp: Monday, August 22, 2022

First Day of Classes: Tuesday, August 23, 2022

Week of Welcome: August 21-August 26, 2022

Be on the lookout for information about:

• Books/Tools
• Payment Plans
• PowerUp Agenda
• Week of Welcome Schedule
• Wednesday Events in September
• Meal Plan Options

Spring 2022 Charges in myTech

Fall 2022 charges will soon be available for students to access in myTech.  Login to myTech using your student email address and email password.  Once logged in, click on the student tab, then click on myFinancialinformation to see your student account detail and balance.  myTech, the student portal, also provides a convenient way to pay your student account balance.

If you have any questions about student charges or payment plan options, please contact the cashier at (573)897-5121.

What Questions Do You Have?

Every week, I am going to close by asking you to reply if you have questions. I will reply to all questions. If you ask a question that everyone needs to hear, I may use your question in our next Staying in Touch. All of this information and more is on the New Student FAQ website.

Thanks again for choosing State Tech and we look forward to you     joining us next semester! Just 6 weeks until classes begin!

Hello Incoming State Tech students! We are now just 6 weeks until the first day of classes for the Fall semester. We will continue to provide relevant information for students and parents to be ready for Fall 2022 at State Tech. Please be on the lookout for additional information the next couple of weeks.

PowerUp: Monday, August 22, 2022

First Day of Classes: Tuesday, August 23, 2022

Week of Welcome: August 21-August 26, 2022

Be on the lookout for information about:

• Books/Tools
• Payment Plans
• PowerUp Agenda
• Week of Welcome Schedule
• Wednesday Events in September
• Meal Plan Options

Spring 2022 Charges in myTech

Fall 2022 charges will soon be available for students to access in myTech.  Login to myTech using your student email address and email password.  Once logged in, click on the student tab, then click on myFinancialinformation to see your student account detail and balance.  myTech, the student portal, also provides a convenient way to pay your student account balance.

If you have any questions about student charges or payment plan options, please contact the cashier at (573) 897-5121 or billing@statetechmo.edu

Intramurals

Interested in joining intramurals? Be on the lookout for our Intramural offerings in the coming weeks! You can earn tokens by participating or attending intramural events!!! We have several Intramural Activities kicking off at the beginning of the fall semester. Want to compete? Get signed up today at www.IMLeagues.com and search for State Tech. Sand Volleyball, Football, Basketball, Softball, Pool, eSports and more. Get signed up today!

FERPA Access in myTech

Did you know once you enter State Tech, the right to access your education and financial records at State Tech belong to you?  You can now consent to provide access to your student and financial record to whomever you would like when you complete the consent form.  Below are the step-by-step instructions to complete the consent form for your FERPA permission.  After completing your form, please allow up to 48 hours before the rights are granted and they receive the login to myTech.

1. After logging into myTech– Select “Student”
2. Select “myForms” from the pages on the left side of your screen:
3. myFERPA Permissions portal is located in the center of the screen. Select “Define New Permissions”.

1. Complete the form by entering in the information of the individual that you would like to provide FERPA access to your account

Staying in Touch Archives

If you are receiving your first Staying in Touch today or you would just like to review past communications, please click on the link below to see an archive of our Staying in Touch and Tips & Tricks communications.

https://statetechmo.edu/staying-in-touch/

What Questions Do You Have?

Every week, I am going to close by asking you to reply if you have questions. I will reply to all questions. If you ask a question that everyone needs to hear, I may use your question in our next Staying in Touch. All of this information and more is on the New Student FAQ website.

Thanks again for choosing State Tech and we look forward to you joining us next semester! Just 6 weeks until classes begin!

We hope everyone had a safe and enjoyable week this week. It is hard to believe we are now just 7 weeks until the first day of classes for the Fall semester. We will continue to provide relevant information for students and parents to be ready for Fall 2022 at State Tech. Please be on the lookout for additional information the next couple of weeks.

PowerUp: Monday, August 22, 2022

First Day of Classes: Tuesday, August 23, 2022

Week of Welcome: August 21-August 26, 2022

Be on the lookout for information about:

• Books/Tools
• Student Account Information
• Payment Plans
• PowerUp Agenda
• Week of Welcome Schedule
• Wednesday Events in September
• Fall Intramurals
• Meal Plan Option

Books and Tools

I received several questions over the weekend about how to find information about what tools and books will be required for Fall classes. We are currently receiving the Fall 2022 books now and they will be available in the next week or two to purchase. You are able to search for Fall 2022 Books on the website to get a good idea on what you will need. Please note pricing and books can change until they are finalized and open for purchase.  Students can find them by navigating to https://bookstore.statetechmo.edu.

*         Click on Textbook Lookup

*         Select “Fall 22”

*         Select the correct “Program”

*         Select the “Course”

*         View Your Materials

Fall 2022 Tool information is available now!!!

Simply navigate to https://bookstore.statetechmo.edu.

*         ​Select Order Tools under categories.

*   Select the first link for detailed list of toolkits.

*         ​Select second link to go to toolkit ordering page.

*         If you have questions, please call 573-897-5333 or email bookstore@statetechmo.edu.

Printing a PDF of your schedule in myTech

Here is the training video that will show you how to navigate the login to myTech and find your course schedule.

Staying In Touch Archives

If you are receiving your first Staying in Touch today or you would just like to review past communications, please click on the link below to see an archive of our Staying in Touch and Tips & Tricks communications.

https://statetechmo.edu/staying-in-touch/

What Questions Do You Have?

Every week, I am going to close by asking you to reply if you have questions. I will reply to all questions. If you ask a question that everyone needs to hear, I may use your question in our next Staying in Touch. All of this information and more is on the New Student FAQ website.

Thanks again for choosing State Tech and we look forward to you joining us next semester! Just 7 weeks until classes begin!

We hope everyone had a safe and enjoyable Independence Day Weekend with family and friends. We are now just 7 weeks until the first day of classes for the Fall semester. We will continue to provide relevant information for students and parents to be ready for Fall 2022 at State Tech. Please be on the lookout for additional information the next couple of weeks.

PowerUp: Monday, August 22, 2022

First Day of Classes: Tuesday, August 23, 2022

Week of Welcome: August 21-August 26, 2022

Be on the lookout for information about:

• Books/Tools
• Student Account Information
• Payment Plans
• PowerUp Agenda
• Week of Welcome Schedule
• Wednesday Events in September
• Fall Intramurals
• Meal Plan Options

Additional Housing Announcement

State Tech is happy to announce a partnership with Lincoln University to offer State Tech students on-campus housing in a building our Residence Life team will manage during the 2022-2023 academic year. Click on the video for more information and reach out to Hanna Hensing @ hanna.hensing@statetechmo.edu if you have questions.

Staying in Touch Archives

If you are receiving your first Staying in Touch today or you would just like to review past communications, please click on the link below to see an archive of our Staying in Touch and Tips & Tricks communications.

https://statetechmo.edu/staying-in-touch/

What Questions Do You Have?

Every week, I am going to close by asking you to reply if you have questions. I will reply to all questions. If you ask a question that everyone needs to hear, I may use your question in our next Staying in Touch. All of this information and more is on the New Student FAQ website.

Thanks again for choosing State Tech and we look forward to you joining us next semester! Just 7 weeks until classes begin!

Welcome to July. We hope everyone enjoys their time with family and friends over the 3-day Independence Day holiday weekend. A friendly reminder the college is closed Monday, July 4, 2022 in observance of Independence Day. We will return to normal business hours on Tuesday, July 5, 2022. Thanks everyone and have a great weekend!

Power Up, Monday, August 22, 2022

On Monday, we will be just 7 short weeks away from PowerUp on Monday, August 22, 2022.  Please be on the lookout for information specific to the agenda in the coming weeks.

Students will meet with their instructors and learn about classroom and lab expectations. All campus offices will be open to do any last minute business.

We will also have a FREE BBQ dinner and a concert to wrap up the day. We are excited to welcome everyone to campus for Fall 2022. Returning students, you are welcome to attend the BBQ and concert as a part of your Power Back Up day!

Academic Calendar

We receive many questions about what days students will not have class during the academic year. Please see the approved 2022-2023 academic calendar. This will provide insight into the start and end dates for each semester along with other dates the college will be closed. Finally, there is information about the dates for Finals Week. Please let us know if you have any questions.

Staying in Touch Archives

If you are receiving your first Staying in Touch today or you would just like to review past communications, please click on the link below to see an archive of our Staying in Touch and Tips & Tricks communications.

https://statetechmo.edu/staying-in-touch/

What Questions Do You Have?

Every week, I am going to close by asking you to reply if you have questions. I will reply to all questions. If you ask a question that everyone needs to hear, I may use your question in our next Staying in Touch. All of this information and more is on the New Student FAQ website.

Thanks again for choosing State Tech and we look forward to you joining us next semester! Just 10 weeks until classes begin!

Dear Students and Families,

We are just 8 short weeks away from PowerUp on Monday, August 22, 2022.  Please be on the lookout for information specific to the agenda in the coming weeks.

Students will meet with their instructors and learn about classroom and lab expectations. All campus offices will be open to do any last minute business.

We will also have a FREE BBQ dinner and a concert to wrap up the day. We are excited to welcome everyone to campus for Fall 2022. Returning students, you are welcome to attend the BBQ and concert as a part of your Power Back Up day!

Power UP & Week of Welcome

Be on the lookout for more information about Power UP and Week of Welcome (WOW) in the next couple weeks. Power UP will take place on Monday, August 22, 2022. Check-in will be from 2:00 – 3:00 PM! We will have important information from faculty and staff. We will then have a BBQ, and a welcome concert! Week of Welcome (W.O.W.) will take place Monday, August 22, 2022 through Friday, August 26, 2022. Power UP and W.O.W. are activities designed to introduce you to the services and resources available at State Tech. Power Up is required for all first year students. Please be on the lookout for more information.

Second year students; be on the lookout for additional information about Power Back UP on Monday, August 22, 2022. You will have the options to take care of any last minute tasks with Records, Financial Aid, Cashier and the Bookstore. Don’t forget to stay for supper at the BBQ, enjoy a concert, and join in on the Week of Welcome activities scheduled for the week.

Do Parents Attend Power Up?

One of the most common questions we have about Power Up is, “do parents/families attend or is it just for students?”

That is a great question. I think that is really up to your family. PowerUp will have a general welcome session that anyone can attend. The next session for students is with the other students in their program and all of their instructors (students only).

We do welcome anyone to attend our BBQ and concert as a wrap-up to the day. So parents are more than welcome to stay and attend the welcome session and BBQ, but it is up to you.

Our offices are open at 8:00 AM that day in the event you have last minute things you would like to wrap up before PowerUp begins. That is when we see many parents getting last minute items done in the Bookstore, Financial Aid, etc. if they were not able to complete them on Move-In Day.

Meal Plan Information – Coming Soon!

State Tech is finalizing details of their contract with a new food service provider. Once complete, we will release information about the options, costs, and how to order. If you are living on campus, your required meal plan cost will be added to your student account with your housing charge. If you live off campus or are commuting from home, you will be able to order a commuter meal plan that will fit your needs. Please be on the lookout for details to be released soon.

Do you have questions?

I am always hoping to hear from students and parents about questions they have. I will take the time to reply with an answer and I may share the question with the entire group. Hope to hear some great questions soon. Have a great week!

We hope everyone is having a great week! We are now just 10 short weeks away from our first day of classes for the 2022-2023 instructional year. We will continue to provide information for new students and their families to have you prepared for PowerUp on August 22, 2022 and the first day of classes, Tuesday, August 23, 2022. Today, we will share information about questions we have received from students and parents last week. Thanks to all who submitted questions. They were all great. I hope the responses are helpful. Enjoy the week!

Renegades Tickets

Wednesday, June 15^th will be State Tech Night at the Jefferson City Renegades baseball game. We have FREE tickets for students. Just stop by the Activity Center and pick some up. The game is at 7:00 PM in Jefferson City at Vivion Field. 1309 Missouri Blvd. Wear your State Tech gear and we will see you there!

Click on the logo for more information about Renegades baseball!

Do students have access to Microsoft Office Suite?

Yes! State Tech students receive a free Office 365 account that includes online Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, and Teams along with some additional tools.

Once the student has attended RevUp, they receive their credentials. Students should be able to access everything at www.office.com. They should enter their State Tech e-mail address and password. Their password is the same as Canvas and myTech.

If you encounter any issues, please reach out to the HelpDesk at helpdesk@statetechmo.edu.

What if I have transfer credit?

If you have college transfer credit for State Tech to evaluate, please submit official transcripts from the college where you completed the courses to admissions@statetechmo.edu. The time process transfer credit can take up to two weeks from the date our office receives it.

What steps do I take to confirm my A+ eligibility?

If you meet the A+ eligibility requirements, you must have a final High School Transcript with the A+ designation sent to the State Tech Admissions Office at admissions@statetechmo.edu.  If you have attended a college after High School graduation, a final college transcript is also required. Students must complete a FAFSA to receive A+. The A+ Scholarship pays for standard tuition and fees that are required for your degree. It does not cover fees that are program or course specific, books, tools, supplies, or living expenses. Please visit our A+ Scholarship page for further information.

Can students use FAFSA proceeds for books or tools?

This is a great question. It can…but we need to determine your eligibility to see if this is possible for your student.

When you complete a FAFSA, we will process and create an award offer. If the aid accepted will cover expenses beyond tuition/fees, those additional funds can be used in the Bookstore. For specific information about your award offer, please follow the instructions below.

Financial Aid Missing Documents

If you have submitted your FAFSA to State Tech and we are looking for additional documentation to finalize your Financial Aid Offer, please check your student e-mail and follow the directions.

The e-mail will have the following information:

Please login to the State Tech Financial Aid Portal and review the “Missing Items & Messages” page to view and submit any items that have not been received.

Your financial aid eligibility will not be determined and finalized until all required documents are submitted and reviewed.

Once you are logged in, the home screen will look like this:

Click on the Menu link in the blue border and review the “Missing Items and Messages” page to see what needs to be turned in and what our office has received.

Once all documentation has been turned in and processed, you will be able to log in and see your “Financial Aid Offer”. Click on Financial Aid Offer in the Menu section. This will be the list of financial aid we are able to offer based on the results of your FAFSA. Here is an example of what it will look like:

If you have questions about this process, please do not hesitate to reach out to the Financial Aid Office in one of several different ways. Everyone has questions, so please do not hesitate to ask and we will provide additional information for you to help you through the process.

1. Stop by the office in the Information Technology Center. Summer Hours:

• Monday – Wednesday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Thursday 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
• Friday 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

1. Call (573) 897-5000, choose option 2
2. Send your questions to financialaid@statetechmo.edu
3. Ask us a question on the Web Chat at www.statetechmo.edu

What Questions Do You Have?

Every week, I am going to close by asking you to reply if you have questions. I will reply to all questions. If you ask a question that everyone needs to hear, I may use your question in our next Staying in Touch. All of this information and more is on the New Student FAQ website.

Thanks again for choosing State Tech and we look forward to you joining us next semester! Just 10 weeks until classes begin!

Welcome back for the second full week of classes for the summer semester. We hope you had a great weekend and are ready for a full week of classes. It is going to be hot out there, stay hydrated and take advantage of the air-conditioned Activity Center after your classes for the day. The Activity Center is open until 10:00 PM each night this week.

Renegades Tickets

Wednesday, June 15^th will be State Tech Night at the Jefferson City Renegades baseball game. We have FREE tickets for students. Just stop by the Activity Center and pick some up. The game is at 7:00 PM in Jefferson City at Vivion Field. 1309 Missouri Blvd. Wear your State Tech gear and we will see you there!

Click on the logo for more information about Renegades baseball!

Need Help with Classes? Ask the ARC!!!

If you are struggling with the information in some classes after this second week, do not stress about it. Just stop by the Academic Resource Center (ARC) and talk to the friendly tutors. You can find the ARC in the Library in the ITC Building. If you are having trouble or would need additional help, please stop by and work with our tutors to help you succeed! ARC staff can also assist with resume editing!

Early Alert Reports – Importance of Attendance

All faculty have the ability to share concerns about students through our Early Alert process. They keep us informed of things they see may keep students from success each semester. We have received many reports about students missing classes in the first three weeks. Attendance is crucial to your success in the classroom. If you have an illness or an emergency that prevents you from attending, please contact your instructors. When an Early Alert is submitted, our Counseling Staff will reach out to you via text, e-mail, and/or phone. We want to make sure everything is going ok and offer any solutions to issues you may be having outside the classroom. We want to make sure you are aware we can help. Attendance is essential to success, but if you have to miss class, please notify your instructors.

The Early Alert Reporting Form is used by faculty to notify the Counseling Services team about concerns they have about student success.

Parent Communications

Would you like your parents to receive Staying in Touch communications? If you think they would enjoy staying up to date on campus events and important dates, please share this link with them and we can add them to our new parent communications list.

Click here to access the sign-up form.

Summer Student Account Q&A

You Summer charges are now visible on myTech. Here are some common Q&A about your student account.

How do I view the charges in my student account, or my student account balance?

Your student account information can be viewed by logging into your myTech account under the Student tab and myFinancial Information.

 When is tuition due?

Student account balances are due in full by the first day of the semester. The balance will incur a 2% finance charge each month it remains unpaid. Students can avoid the monthly finance charge by setting up a payment plan and making their monthly payments on time.

Are payment plans available to pay my student account balance?

If you are unable to pay your student account balance in full by the first day of the semester, State Tech offers a 3-month and 4-month payment plan option. Contact the Cashier’s Office at 573-897-5121 for more information.

How can I pay for my student account balance?

State Tech accepts cash, check, money order, and debit/credit card payments. Payments can be made at the Cashier’s Office window, through your myTech account under ‘myFinancial Account,’ by mail, or over the phone by calling 573-897-5121. If you would like to send a payment via mail, please send to the following address:

State Technical College of Missouri
Attn: Cashier
One Technology Drive
Linn, MO 65051

What if my tuition is covered by a third party?

If your tuition is to be covered by a third party, it is your responsibility to work with your third party contact and the Cashier’s Office to ensure that both the third party contact and the Cashier’s Office has received the appropriate paperwork in order for your tuition to be covered.

How will I receive any refunds due to me?

If you are due a refund, you will receive a check for the refund owed. Refund checks are made available for pickup at the Cashier’s Office window. When your refund check is ready for pickup, you will receive an email notification.  

Can I get a book voucher?

Book vouchers are available to students who have authorized financial aid available in excess of their tuition. Book vouchers are available in the State Tech Bookstore.

What Questions Do You Have?

Every week, I am going to close by asking you to reply if you have questions. I will reply to all questions. If you ask a question that everyone needs to hear, I may use your question in our next Staying in Touch. All of this information and more is on

Congratulations! You have made it to the end of the first week of Summer classes. We hope you had a great week. If you have any questions about classes or issues outside the classroom, please do not hesitate to shoot me a message. Enjoy the weekend and we will see you back on Monday!

Parent Communications