General Information
New Learner Orientation
A learner Orientation is recommended of all learners prior to starting courses at CalSouthern. During Orientation, learners receive training on the University’s policies, procedures, Self-Service and Canvas platforms, library resources and degree program requirements. Once the learner is enrolled, the Orientation will be scheduled within the Canvas platforms. The goal of the Orientation is to provide learners with a seamless transition to the University and to prepare them for their educational journey.
Interaction
CalSouthern provides for “electronic interaction” between learners and their faculty mentors, through phone, email, discussion boards, and video conferencing to facilitate and encourage ongoing communication and interaction. By utilizing the variety of communication mediums provided, learners are able to communicate and exchange ideas directly with each other, with their faculty mentors, and with Learner Support Services and enhance their learning experience. Please be reminded that by using public communication systems including the web, emails, and the Internet learners cannot have any expectation of privacy and that communication will not be heard or read by third parties.
Housing
As a 100% online distance learning institution, residency is not required for completion of programs. As such, the University does not own or have control over dormitory or housing facilities available for learners, nor does it have responsibility in finding or assisting learners in finding housing in preparation for an educational program.
Identification Card
The CalSouthern Learner Identification Card identifies learners as current members of the CalSouthern online community. Learners who register and pay for their first course are eligible to receive an ID card. Learners must submit a photo on the Online Learning Center and contact the University to receive their CalSouthern ID Card. The first card is issued free of charge to all learners and a fee for card replacement (see Fee Schedule).