Student Start Guide for a Successful Semester

Welcome to a new semester at St. Petersburg College! Below you'll find the essential information you need to get started and stay on track. Whether you're brand new or returning, this guide is here to help.

1. Accessing Your Courses

Where can I find my courses? All your classes are managed through Canvas. You can access Canvas directly through Titan Hub using the Canvas widget. Log into Titan Hub and click through to Canvas to view your courses, syllabi, and assignments.

When can I view my course? Once your instructor publishes your course, you'll have view-only access to content inside the course. All courses are automatically published the Friday before the course start date, but some faculty may publish them early. 

When can I fully participate in my course? Once the course start date has arrived, you'll able to fully participate in the course (e.g., submit assignments, post in discussions, or take quizzes). 

Important Note: You must actively participate in each class during the first week of the semester. This means completing an assignment, quiz, or check-in activity as outlined by your instructor. Failure to do so may result in being dropped from the class due to Financial Aid requirements.

• Visit: How to Access Canvas through Titan Hub
• Visit: Canvas Student FAQ
• Visit: Canvas Student Tips & Tricks

2. Communicate with Your Instructors

If you have questions or concerns about a class, your first point of contact should always be your instructor. Refer to your course syllabus for contact information and office hours. Instructors are here to support your success.

3. Barnes & Noble First Day Program

Many St. Petersburg College classes use Barnes & Noble's First Day program. This program provides access to digital course materials on or before the first day of class.

• The cost is included in your tuition and fees.
• Materials are accessed directly through Canvas.
• You must opt out if you do not wish to participate.

For more information, including opt-out instructions, visit this guide on Barnes and Noble First Day

4. Key Student Resources

• Learning Resources & Tutoring
  • Free tutoring and academic support services are available to all SPC students. Visit the Learning Resources page
• Accessibility Services
  • Support for students with documented disabilities.
  • Visit the Accessibility Services page
• Academic Calendar
  • Stay aware of important dates including drop/add deadlines and exam periods.
  • Visit: The SPC Academic Calendar
• Career and Academic Advising
  • Assistance with career guidance, creating and updating a MyLearningPlan, and more.
  • Visit: Locate your Advisor
  • Visit: Student Support Resources
• Titans Care Resources
  • Mental health support, food pantry services, housing assistance, and other essential services.
  • Visit: The Titan Care Resources
• Accessibility in Your Canvas course
  • Alternative Formats via YuJa Panorama: Download Content in Text, Braille, EPUB, LaTax, MathML, and more.
  • Visit: Accessibility and Alternate Formats for Students via YuJa Panorama

5. Need Help?

For technical support or general questions, contact St. Petersburg College's Technical Support Center:

• Phone: 727-341-4357
• Email: onlinehelp@spcollege.edu
• For Hours and Online Resources Visit: SPC Student Support page

Stay Connected

Make sure to check Titan Hub and Canvas regularly for announcements, updates, and communications from your instructors and the college.

We wish you a successful semester!

 Have Questions? Contact the SPC Technical Support Center at onlinehelp@spcollege.edu or call 727-341-HELP (727-341-4357) (Mon.- Sat. 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m., Sun 12:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Eastern). 

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