Getting Started in Graduate Communications at Asbury
Overview
Welcome to graduate school! We are thrilled that you have
chosen Asbury to pursue your graduate studies. We want to ensure that you are
set up for success, so we have created this page to walk you through some
important processes to help you prepare for your first semester at Asbury. You
may return to this page at any time.
Here are the topics we will cover (you may click on any of
these topics to go directly to that section):
The Graduate Communications Team
Dr. Elizabeth Jones currently serves as the Director of
Graduate Studies for the School of Communication Arts. She holds a BA degree in
Communication, as well as an MA in Digital Storytelling and a PhD in
Communication. Dr. Jones will serve as your temporary advisor for your first
semester in the program.
Email: Elizabeth.Jones@asbury.edu
Phone: 859-858-3511, ext 3346
What You Need to Know to Get Started:
Email and Username
Please use this network account when logging into all campus computers, services, and sites, including your Asbury Email Account, Discovery, and Portal.
Your Network Account Username: firstname.lastname@asbury.edu (unless otherwise noted)
To access your account for the first time, just follow these five easy steps:
- Go to password.asbury.edu
- Enter your new Asbury email address and click "Next"
- Choose the "I forgot my password" option and click "Next"
- Click the blue "Email" button to send a verification code to your personal email address.
- Enter the code you received. This will let you set your new password!
If you have trouble accessing your account, please contact our IT Service Desk at servicedesk@asbury.edu or (859) 858-5177. Remember, never share your password with anyone, including IT!
Password Requirements
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Passwords must be twelve characters or more in length and have 3 of the following categories:
- Numbers, Uppercase Letters, Lowercase Letters, & Symbols.
- You will be prompted to reset your Asbury password every twelve months.
- If you enter an incorrect password three times, your account will be automatically locked. To unlock your account you can do so through the "Forgot Password" feature, or call the Service Desk, or wait 1 hour for your account to unlock automatically.
- Please remember, when you change your password for the network/email, it will automatically change your password for Discovery and Portal - all the credentials are linked.
How to Reset Your Password
You can reset your Asbury password or unlock your account at any time online. Before you can change your password or unlock your account, you need to enroll in the password reset service. This should automatically pop up when you first sign in and prompt you to set up security questions and add other verification methods. Please see the article below for more information on enrolling.
You will not be able to change your password (in the case of a forgotten password) if you have not already enrolled. Please call I.T. Services to reset a forgotten password if you are not enrolled | 1.859.858.5177. Reminder, changing your password will change it for all Asbury sites: Discovery, Portal, etc.
Enroll your Asbury Account for Password Reset
How to Reset a Forgotten Password
Accessing Your Student Portal
Through your Student Portal you can register for classes, complete your financial registration, view your unofficial transcript, update your emergency contact and more. In addition, it displays your classification, advisor, major, and any minors you have declared. Please see the section on Registering for Classes for more information on class registration.
Accessing Your Student Portal
Registering for Classes
Once you have received your
Asbury email, you will be ready to register for your first semester. Students
register online through the Student Portal.
Students should register for ALL courses that they intend to enroll in for the semester, including classes that start in the second half of the semester. Please refer to your projected course schedule provided by the Center for Academic Advising.
Please note: Most of the online courses run only 8 weeks at a time. Please be sure to pay attention to the dates of the class when registering. You must register for all classes prior to the beginning of the semester.
How to Register for Classes through Your Student Portal
Completing the Financial Aid Process
Federal aid may be available to eligible students taking three or more credit hours each semester.
Submit your FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)
To receive financial aid determination at Asbury University, students must complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) for each academic year.
- It is available January 1 and should be submitted as soon as possible for optimum consideration.
- The Asbury University School Code is 001952
- FAFSA Website: https://studentaid.gov/fafsa
All Graduate students wishing to be considered for federal financial aid must complete a Graduate Aid Application annually. The GAA form will automatically be added as a checklist item in your application portal if you indicated that you will be using financial aid on your application. You can fill this out within your application portal, and it will automatically be submitted to the financial aid office for you. This form, along with the FAFSA, will enable us to determine your financial aid eligibility.
Note: If you did not indicate on your application that you plan on filing the FAFSA, please contact the financial aid office (financial.aid@asbury.edu).
Navigating Discovery (your online classroom) & Zoom
Discovery is the service powered by D2L Brightspace that Asbury uses for online class management. Students taking online classes will find all of their course content, assignments, syllabi, etc. on Discovery. Many professors teaching in-person classes also use Discovery to upload their syllabi and provide a place for online submission of assignments. As a student at Asbury, you will want to frequently check Discovery to stay up-to-date on your classes.
The Basics of Using Discovery
All online courses will use Zoom for virtual class sessions. Please see the link below for more information on using Zoom for your classes.
Asbury Live - Zoom for Students
Finding and Ordering Textbooks
Students may order their textbooks online through the Asbury University Student Bookstore or by using your Student Portal. When ordering textbooks online through either of these avenues, students may pay for textbooks using a Student Voucher. Selecting the Student Voucher payment method will place textbook charges on your student account at the University. This will allow you to pay for the textbooks at a later date or use loans/grants/scholarships to pay for the textbooks. Students may also pay for textbooks with a credit card.
Note: Vouchers may only be used 3 weeks prior to classes starting, and two weeks after they begin. It is best to order all textbooks prior to the start of the semester.
If you wish, you may purchase your textbooks outside of Asbury University. Please note, when purchasing textbooks and materials outside of the institution, make sure that you are securing the correct required textbook editions and materials. The best ways to ensure that you are securing the correct textbooks and materials is to access textbook information through the Asbury University Online Bookstore at asburyu.ecampus.com and to use the book’s ISBN number when searching for a textbook online.
How to Find and Order Textbooks
Technology Requirements
Asbury University has requirements/recommendations for student computers that will be brought to campus or used by online students. The document lists these as well as other frequently asked questions about computers at Asbury, the computer labs, discounts, and other software questions.
Frequently Asked Questions about Computers at Asbury
Title IX Training
Asbury University is committed to providing a safe learning, living, and working environments for all members of the University community. Consistent with these values and applicable law, the University maintains a comprehensive program designed to protect members of the University community from discrimination on the basis of sex or gender, which includes Sexual Harassment under Title IX and Sexual Misconduct.
One aspect of this program includes required Title IX Sexual Harassment training for all students, including those who live off campus and study online, regardless of full-time or part-time status. The training consists of watching a 60-minute video and responding to 10 questions. Note that you must watch the entire video and receive a minimum 70% quiz score to successfully complete the training. (DO NOT fast forward the audio/slides or you will not fulfill the content requirement.) Also, please remember that our Title IX policies are meant to be understood in the context of the University’s community standards.
Below are some additional tips for successful completion of the training:
- For the best experience, please use a computer or tablet rather than a cell phone.
- Create your account using your Asbury email address.
- Select the box to “remember me” in case you need to come back to the training later.
- Make sure you have cookies enabled and pop-up blockers turned off.
- Once you have satisfied each of the three requirements (audio listened to, slides viewed, and quiz passed), the red COMPLETION CRITERIA: NOT MET bar on the left side of your screen will change to a green COMPLETION CRITERIA: MET.
- Download and save your completion certificate using the download button in the green highlighted area.
- Upload your completion certificate to the Title IX Training area on your Asbury checklist before the first day of classes.
Thank you for your attention to this legal requirement. Please email student.life@asbury.edu if you have questions.
Contact Information
SERVICE
STAFF/OFFICE
EMAIL ADDRESS
PHONE
Assistance with course plans, graduation, student care/concerns, and other program questions.
Director of Graduate Communication Studies
Dr. Elizabeth Jones
Elizabeth.Jones@asbury.edu
1-859-858-3511 x3346
Assistance with admissions and general questions.
Director of Graduate AdmissionsDanielle Miller
gradadmissions@asbury.edu
1-859-858-3511 x2214
For assistance with your account, issues with your Student Portal, Discovery, or other technical needs.
I.T. Service Desk
servicedesk@asbury.edu
1-859-858-3511 x2177
Visit Kinlaw Library, room 131
Assistance with class registration, transcripts, commencement information, or to withdraw.
Registrar's Office
registrar@asbury.edu
1-859-858-3511 x2327
Assistance with financial aid information.
Financial Aid
financial.aid@asbury.edu
1-859-858-3511 x2195
Assistance with payment plans account changes.
Student Accounts
student.accounts@asbury.edu
1-859-858-3511 x2330
Assistance with textbooks and Asbury merchandise.
Bookstore
bookstore@asbury.edu
1-859-858-3511 x2162
asburyu.ecampus.com