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Institute of intensive English
STUDENT HANDBOOK
2017-2018
500 8th Avenue
Reid Centennial Hall 22
Lewiston, Idaho 83501
(208) 792-2177
http://www.lcsc.edu/english-language-program/home/
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Table of Contents Who to Contact ............................................................................................................................................ 6
International Student Orientation ................................................................................................................ 7
Orientation Dates ..................................................................................................................................... 7
New Students ........................................................................................................................................... 8
Orientation Agenda .................................................................................................................................. 7
Continuing Student Orientation ............................................................................................................... 8
2017 Beginning/End Dates ....................................................................................................................... 8
Holidays/Breaks ........................................................................................................................................ 8
Academic Calendar for 2017 .................................................................................................................... 8
Tuition and Fees ........................................................................................................................................... 9
Cost of Attendance ................................................................................................................................... 9
Part-Time Student Fees .......................................................................................................................... 11
Payment .................................................................................................................................................. 11
Late Payment .......................................................................................................................................... 11
Sponsored Students ............................................................................................................................... 12
Student Health Insurance ....................................................................................................................... 12
Reinstatement ........................................................................................................................................ 12
Refund of Tuition and Student Fees ....................................................................................................... 13
Registration ................................................................................................................................................ 13
Course Registration ................................................................................................................................ 13
Transfer-In Students ............................................................................................................................... 13
Leave of Absence .................................................................................................................................... 14
Late Arrival.............................................................................................................................................. 14
Withdrawal from IIE ............................................................................................................................... 14
Class Schedule ........................................................................................................................................ 15
Grades..................................................................................................................................................... 15
Satisfactory Academic Progress ............................................................................................................. 17
Academic Probation ............................................................................................................................... 17
Dismissal ..................................................................................................................................................... 18
Change of Address ...................................................................................................................................... 18
Renewing Your I-20 .................................................................................................................................... 19
Levels and Courses ..................................................................................................................................... 19
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Level Equivalency Chart .......................................................................................................................... 19
Levels of Instruction: Intermediate ........................................................................................................ 20
Advanced ................................................................................................................................................ 25
Bridge...................................................................................................................................................... 28
Orientation Seminar ............................................................................................................................... 34
TOEFL/IELTS Preparation ........................................................................................................................ 34
Focus on Grammar / Focus on Reading .................................................................................................. 34
Student Placement Information ................................................................................................................. 34
Placement Testing .................................................................................................................................. 35
Changing Levels during the Semester .................................................................................................... 35
Student Progression Information ............................................................................................................... 36
DynEd Subscription ..................................................................................................................................... 36
Use DynEd on Your Mobile Device ......................................................................................................... 36
Use DynEd After You Leave IIE ............................................................................................................... 36
Policies ........................................................................................................................................................ 36
Book Policy ............................................................................................................................................. 36
Attendance Policy ................................................................................................................................... 37
Make-Up Test Policy ............................................................................................................................... 38
Mobile Phone (Cell Phone) Policy .......................................................................................................... 38
Student Complaint Policy ....................................................................................................................... 38
Student Complaint Procedures .......................................................................................................... 39
Academic Dishonesty/Plagiarism ........................................................................................................... 39
Student Conduct ..................................................................................................................................... 40
Classroom Behavior Problems ................................................................................................................ 42
Computer Lab ......................................................................................................................................... 42
Office Hours ................................................................................................................................................ 42
Tutoring ...................................................................................................................................................... 42
Letters of Recommendation ....................................................................................................................... 43
Student Email ............................................................................................................................................. 43
WarriorWeb ................................................................................................................................................ 44
Student ID Number and WarriorOne Card ................................................................................................. 44
Parking ........................................................................................................................................................ 44
International Club ....................................................................................................................................... 44
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ABC Group .................................................................................................................................................. 44
LCSC Facilities ............................................................................................................................................. 45
ACCREDITATION: Lewis-Clark State College is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities. 8060
165th Avenue NE, Suite 100 Redmond, WA 98052-3981. TTY: This institution is an equal opportunity provider: TTY
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Lewis-Clark State College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, gender
identity, protected veteran status, or sexual orientation. This policy applies to all programs, services, and facilities, including
applications, admissions, and employment. The Director of Human Resource Services has been designated to handle inquiries
regarding non-discrimination policies and can be reached at 208-792-2269 or at the Administration Building, Room 102, on
LCSC’s campus, 500 8th Avenue, Lewiston, Idaho, 83501. TTY 1-800-377-3529.
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LCSC IIE Mission Statement The mission of the Institute of Intensive English (IIE) at Lewis-Clark State College (LCSC) is to offer
non-native speakers of English intensive English-language instruction and American cultural immersion
in preparation for academic success at U.S. colleges and universities; or for students seeking to improve
their English-language proficiency for personal or professional reasons. The IIE serves students who do
not meet English-proficiency levels for entry into academic programs at the college, or those who elect
to take a semester of academic English-preparation before beginning their academic studies. We achieve
this purpose by offering a comprehensive and intensive English-language program for academic and
specific purposes.
Students are offered the option of placement in a homestay with native host families. The IIE also
enhances the diversity and internationalization of the LCSC campus and greater community through
social, recreational and cultural activities.
IIE Staff and Faculty / IPO Staff IIE Staff & Faculty
Judy E. Emerson
Academic Coordinator
(208) 792-2109
Ray Shi
IIE Faculty
Sandra Mullen
Adjunct Faculty
Kerstin Koepl
Program Assistant
Lab Monitor
Judy Emerson [email protected]
International Programs Office (IPO) Staff
Carol Martin
Director, International Programs
Andrea Pietrzyk
International Student Advisor
Administrative Assistant
(208) 792-2177
Emergency Contact
(for Emergencies occurring outside of office hours that cannot wait until the office opens again)
208-792-2815
Who to Contact Teacher
Students who have questions about their class, homework, grades, performance, or attendance should
speak directly with the teacher of the class in question. The best time to speak with your teacher outside
the classroom is during scheduled office hours. Check your syllabus to find your teacher’s office hours.
A schedule of office hours is also available in the main IPO office.
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Lab Monitor
Students who have questions about their lab class or using DynEd should speak directly with the Lab
Monitor. The lab monitor will forward any issues that he or she cannot resolve directly to the
appropriate person for help. The lab monitor will remain the point-of-contact for students, and the
student should check in with the lab monitor to find out any changes.
International Student Advisor
Students who have questions about homestay, college classes, culture shock, personal issues, access to
resources, help with completing IIE forms, questions regarding immigration, visa status, or leaving the
IIE should speak with the International Student Advisor. In addition, students should talk to the
International Student Advisor when they will study at IIE for more than one year, when they will change
schools (including moving from IIE to LCSC), study less than full-time, take a vacation from studying,
travel to another country, get a job or change his or her immigration status.
Academic Coordinator
Students who have questions or worries about the IIE program including their placement, taking a leave
of absence, requesting a tutor, program progression, curriculum, and unresolved issues with teachers and
classes should make an appointment to meet with the Academic Coordinator.
International Programs Director
Students should see the person directly responsible for the area of concern. However, in cases where the
student has already tried to resolve an issue with the correct staff member, but the issue remains
unresolved to the student’s satisfaction, an appointment can be made to meet with the director.
International Student Orientation The IIE offers a new student and continuing student orientation every semester.
All newly admitted international students must participate in an orientation session before the start of
their initial program at LCSC. This requirement includes students who were previously granted
conditional admission and have recently proven English proficiency. Students who do not complete the
orientation program may not be permitted to enroll.
Orientation Dates Year Term Orientation Date
2017 Special Summer Program July 6
2017 Fall Semester August 17-18
2018 Spring Semester January 4-5
2018 Summer May 17-18
Orientation Agenda The current agenda for orientation is posted on the IIE website under the English Language Program
pages. This agenda is updated with any changes and the website should have the most current
information about orientation. You may also call the IPO main office at (208) 792-2177 to ask about the
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orientation schedule. New students attend sessions which include placement testing. Lunch may be
provided,
New Students Bring these things with you to the first day of Orientation:
Passport
I-20
Academic transcripts (if needed for credit)
Original documents (if required by IIE or international admissions)
Continuing Student Orientation IIE students who will study at the IIE again the next semester, are required to attend the
continuing student orientation. Students who miss the orientation must complete the orientation
before they can attend class. Books and schedules are given out at orientation, and students who
do not pick these up during orientation, will have to do so before attending classes. Students will
be considered unprepared because they missed orientation, resulting in attendance issues.
Schedule
2017 Beginning/End Dates Semester Beginning Date Ending Date
2017 Summer Special Program July 10 August 10
2017 Fall Semester August 21 December 8
2018 Spring Semester January 8 April 27
Holidays/Breaks Break Dates
2017 Summer Break August 14-16
2017 Labor Day September 4
2017 II Fall Break October 2-6
2017 Thanksgiving Break November 20-14
2017/2018 Winter Holiday Break December 11-January 4, 2018
Academic Calendar for 2017-2018 July 6-7 Special Summer Program Orientation
July 10 First Day of Special Summer Program
August 9-10 Final Exams
August 10 Last Day of Summer Semester and Special Summer Programs
August 14-17 Vacation
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August 16, 2017 Final grades for Summer Semester available on WarriorWeb
August 17-18 New and Continuing Student Orientation
August 17-18 Bridge Orientation
August 21, 2017 Begin Fall Semester
September 4, 2017 Holiday – No School
November 20-4, 2017 Thanksgiving Break
December 8, 2017 End of Fall Semester
January 4-5, 2018 New & Continuing Student Orientation
January 8, 2018 Begin of Spring Semester
January 15, 2018 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday – No School
February 19, 2018 President’s Day Holiday – No School
February 26-March 2, 2018 IIE Only Break
March 26-30, 2018 Spring Break
April 27, 2018 End of Spring Semester
April 30 – May 9, 2018 Summer Break
May 21 – August 9, 2018 Summer Semester
July 4, 2018 Fourth of July Holiday – No School
July 5, 2018 Special Summer Program Orientation
August 9, 2018 End of Summer Semester
Tuition and Fees
Cost of Attendance The IIE tuition and fees rate is set for the next Academic year (Fall semester) by March 31 of
that calendar year. Bridge fees will be updated with the LCSC fees when changes are announced,
usually late April.
The IIE published rate will be posted on the International Programs & IIE webpage and updated
in publications and forms. Annual changes to IIE tuition and fees are effective Fall semester
.
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IIE Semester
Item Cost
Tuition $4,590
Student Fees $290
Textbooks* $30
Book Deposit $200
Health Insurance (Mandatory) $342***
Housing (Homestay) * $2,280
LWS Airport Pick-Up FREE
Total (as appears on I-20) $7,732*
Bridge Semester Program (4 Months)
Short Term Summer Program
Item Cost
IIE Tuition $2,295
Student Fees $145
Book Deposit $200
Health Insurance (Mandatory) $82
Homestay OR $855
Dorm & Meals $1890
Total (as appears on I-20) $3,607 or $4,682
*Costs are subject to change. Books, supplies, room and board are based on estimates and might
not reflect the exact amount you are required to pay. Please check the LCSC Tuition and Fees
website
**3 credit LCSC course at $324 per credit.
***Health insurance shows average prices, depending on the plan or student's situation. IIE
students studying more than 3 months should contact the IPO for assistance in selecting the most
appropriate plan. College students should contact the IPO for assistance in selecting the most
suitable approved plan.
Item Cost
IIE Tuition $3443
LCSC Tuition (1 College Class) $939**
Student Fees $145
Textbooks $150*
Book Deposit $200
Health Insurance (Mandatory) $342***
Housing (Homestay) * $2,280
LWS Airport Pick-Up FREE
Total (as appears on I-20) $7,499*
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Part-Time Student Fees
Students wishing to study at the IIE part-time will be billed per CEU according to the following:
Registered CEU Tuition Student Fees Health Insurance
Less than 18 CEU
$95.63/CEU $145 Student Fees $315 Health Insurance
More than 18 CEU, but less
than 24 CEU
$95.63/CEU $290 Student Fees $315 Health Insurance
Part-time study must be approved by the Academic Coordinator. Students wishing to study part-
time must first be accepted for study at the IIE by submitting an admissions application. Part-
time study will not be approved for students with an F-1 visa.
Part-time students will be placed in the appropriate study level, based on the student’s placement
test score. The student must successfully complete all CORE classes and the corresponding lab
class for the level to advance. A cumulative GPA of 2.5 must be earned for all classes within the
level, in order to progress to the next level. A GPA of 2.5 must be earned each term to remain in
good standing.
Payment IIE Students
Payment in full is to be made by 4pm on Friday of the first week of the semester. Payment
methods are established by the LCSC Controller’s Office and students will pay the fees directly
to the Cashier’s window at the Controller’s Office.
Bridge Students
Payment deadlines and methods for IIE and the college class component fees are established by
the LCSC Controller’s Office and students will pay the fees directly to the Controller’s Office.
Details are available on the Student Accounts webpage for payment options and important dates
and deadlines. Bridge students are required to pay the tuition and fees for the Bridge Program
(a semester and a college class) by the fee payment deadline.
Credit Card Fees
International Programs will pay the credit card service fee charged on admission and homestay
placement fees. Students are responsible for credit card service fees charged on IIE tuition and
fees (including LCSC fees and health insurance), LCSC college tuition and fees (Bridge students
only) and the re-issue of I-20’s and admission letters.
Late Payment Students who pay their fees or complete the payment of their fees during the second week of an
IIE semester will be charged a $50 late fee. The institutional late fee policy applies to the balance
owed for the college class.
IIE students who have not completed the payment of their fees by Friday of the second week of
the semester will be dismissed from the IIE Program. Students who are dismissed for non-
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payment must complete an IIE Reinstatement Form, obtain applicable signatures and pay the
balance in full, including any late fees and a $100 reinstatement fee by the end of the third week.
Bridge students who have not completed the payment of their fees by the end of the second week
are liable for late fees and risk being dismissed from the program. Institutional polices apply to
cancellation for non-payment and reinstatement. Bridge students must maintain enrollment in
both IIE and the academic college class to maintain F-1 visa status as an international student.
Sponsored Students Students whose tuition and fees are paid by a third party or sponsoring agency, such as SACM,
must have a current financial guarantee on file with IIE by the Friday of the second week of the
semester, or they will be dismissed from the IIE program.
Student Health Insurance Students are required to have LCSC-approved health insurance. The recommended plans for
international students are the PGH Global Preferred Plan and the E-Plus Plan. Students are
required to submit proof of health insurance every semester.
PGH Global Preferred Plan
IPO highly recommends that students who will be attending college or the Institute of Intensive
English, (IIE) for three months or more, purchase the PGH Global Preferred Plan. This
plan meets all of the requirements of the Affordable Care Act. The terms of the plan are set for
an academic year and prices and coverage may change from year to year. The plan covers you in
case of a serious medical emergency. It also provides coverage for preventative care and for
everyday health problems and medications. It does not include dental or vision. International
students can use this coverage on campus at LCSC Student Health Services at no cost.
E-Plus Plan
Students who will study at the Institute of Intensive English, (IIE) for less than three months,
must purchase the E Plus Plan. This plan does not meet the requirements of the Affordable Care
Act. The plan has four levels of coverage with deductibles from $0 to $500. IPO recommends
that you select the highest limit that you can afford and a zero deductible.
The terms of the plan are set for an academic year and prices and coverage may change from
year to year. The plan covers you in case of a serious medical emergency and for everyday
health problems and medications. It does not cover preventative care, and it does not include
dental or vision. International students can use this coverage on campus at LCSC Student Health
Services.
Reinstatement Students who are dismissed from the IIE due to non-payment must complete an IIE
Reinstatement Form, obtain applicable signatures and pay the balance in full, including any late
fees and a $100 reinstatement fee by the end of the third week.
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Refund of Tuition and Student Fees Students who officially withdraw from the IIE may be eligible for a refund of tuition and fees
according to the Table below:
Week Refund Amount
Withdraw During Week 1 100% of Tuition & Student Fees
Withdraw During Week 2 60% of Tuition & Student Fees
Withdraw After Week 2 No Refund
IIE Students
Application fees and homestay placement fees are non-refundable.
Bridge Students
Students studying in the Bridge program will need to discuss their withdrawal/refunds with the
International Student Advisor as each situation will be unique due to enrollment in a college
class. The LCSC Refund Policy applies to the college class fee. The IIE refund policy applies to
the IIE tuition and fees for each semester. Students enrolled in the Special Summer Programs or
other Special Programs pay their tuition by the first week of the session.
Registration
Course Registration New students will be registered for classes once they complete the Placement Test. IIE students
will be registered for classes in the corresponding level, based on their test score. See Placement
and Progression Policy.
Continuing students are automatically registered for the next semester, unless they notify IIE that
they do not wish to continue in the program. Students will be registered for classes for the next
higher level, unless they fail to progress due to academic reasons. A passing GPA is a 2.5 in all
levels, except for Bridge. Students wishing to enroll in a different level, such as skipping a level,
must make the request by completing a Request Change of Level Form and turning it in to the
IPO main office. Students will remain registered in their current level, until they receive notice
that the change of level has been approved. See Changing Levels to learn more.
Transfer-In Students Students who transfer to the IIE with a GPA below 2.5 from another language school or students
who were dismissed from another language program before transferring will be admitted
conditionally and placed on academic probation for the first semester. See Probation Policy.
Students placed on academic probation for this reason will be required to participate in the
Rebound Program during their first semester. The Rebound Program depends on student
enrollment and requires students to attend a weekly small group meeting to discuss academic
issues, cultural adjustment issues, and learn about resources available to help IIE students be
successful. You will receive a letter with your schedule, notifying you of your required
participation in the Rebound Program.
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If you do not participate in the Rebound Program, you may be dismissed from the IIE for failure
to meet the terms of your probation.
Leave of Absence A leave of absence must be approved by the Academic Coordinator. The Academic Advisor can
advise the student on immigration issues and any limitations.
Students who withdraw or take a leave of absence from the IIE during a semester may re-enroll
in the same level within one semester. Students who leave at the end of a semester, after passing
the level, may enroll in the next higher level upon returning to the IIE within one semester. After
more than one semester has passed, the student must reapply to the program and take the
placement test again. The student will be placed in the level based on the student’s new test
score.
The maximum approved leave of absence is 1 semester. Students who leave the IIE longer than 1
semester will have to apply for reinstatement.
Late Arrival Students are required to begin class on the first day of the semester. Students arriving late or
wishing to begin their study late can only do so with written approval from the Academic
Coordinator. The IIE Attendance Policy will be enforced for students who choose to arrive late
or begin study late without written approval. Because the IIE is an intensive and fast-paced
program, late arrivals will only be excused when the student provides evidence that their arrival
was delayed beyond their control or due to other extenuating circumstances approved by the
Academic Coordinator. Students should make every effort to arrive on time and begin classes on
time. Arriving late, even if excused, could result in failing the level if the student does not make
the effort to learn missed material in a timely way.
Students who arrive 3 or more days late or wish to begin 3 or more days late, without written
approval, will have to wait until the next semester start date to study at the IIE.
Students who arrive less than 3 days late or begin less than 3 days late, are required to make-up
missed work outside of scheduled class time. Regular scheduled class time will not be used to
“catch up” late arrivals. Late arrivals that are approved will also be required to make-up missed
work outside of scheduled class time.
Withdrawal from IIE The last day to withdraw from courses is published on the academic calendar each year.
Withdrawal after this date requires an appeal. Appeals for late withdrawal from classes are
decided by the Academic Coordinator. The Appeal Form is used for this purpose.
The withdrawal deadline, whereby students earn a grade of “W” on their transcripts varies each
semester, is generally before 60% of the entire days of class have expired. Dropping classes after
this date requires an appeal.
Students cannot withdraw from a single IIE course or courses. If a student wishes to withdraw,
he will be withdrawn from all courses for the semester. Bridge students wishing to withdraw
from their college class will need to adhere to LCSC's policy on withdrawing from a college
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class. Bridge students should meet with the International Student Advisor to get the withdrawal
deadline for their college class or to determine whether or not they can withdraw. Bridge
students must withdraw from both IIE classes and their college class, should they need to
withdraw from either.
When the Academic Coordinator is made aware that a currently enrolled student is incapacitated
due to injury or illness and receives written confirmation of such from a medical doctor, the
Academic Coordinator will initiate the total withdrawal on the student’s behalf.
Students who officially withdraw from IIE classes will be refunded according to the IIE Refund
of Tuition and Student Fees Policy.
How to Withdraw from IIE
A student must request to withdraw from their courses. Any student who quits attending class
will not be automatically withdrawn. Students must complete the Total Withdrawal Form which
is available on the IIE’s website or in the main IPO office.
Class Schedule Full-time students in levels Intermediate and Advanced take approximately 21 hours of class per
week. These classes meet Monday through Friday. There is a lunch break. Some students may
have a free period between some classes.
Grades The IIE uses the plus/minus grading system used by LCSC. Teachers assign a letter grade based
on the final percentage the student has earned in his or her class.
IIE Grading System
Grade Points Status
A 4.0 Distinguished
A- 3.67 Distinguished
B+ 3.33 Superior
B 3.0 Superior
B- 2.67 Average
C+ 2.33 Average
C 2.0 Average
C- 1.67 Below Average
D+ 1.33 Below Average
D 1.0 Below Average
F 0.0 Failing
P Passing (83-100%)
W Withdrawal
I Incomplete
CIP Course in Progress
NC No Credit
AU Audit
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Incomplete Grades
An ‘I’ Grade means the coursework is satisfactory but has not been completed by the end of the
semester. The grade and completion date are given by the teacher who has agreed to this grade
(the completion date cannot be longer than 1 week). All ‘I’ grades automatically become ‘F’s’ if
the completion date is not met, unless otherwise noted by the teacher.
Withdrawal Grades
A grade of ‘W’ is given when a student withdraws from a class after the first week of class. The
grade is recorded on the official transcript as ‘W’ but does not negatively impact the GPA.
Bridge Grades
The Bridge program is a semester long program. The following Bridge courses are only seven
weeks in length: Research Skills, College Success, Academic Vocabulary and Civics. Students
receive a final grade at the end of the term during which they occur. All other Bridge classes are
semester long courses. Students will receive a final grade for semester-long courses on the final
grade report.
Only final grades are used to calculate the GPA for the Bridge program and determine whether a
student passes or fails the Bridge program.
Term Notations
Director’s List – Students whose term GPA is 3.7 or higher will receive this honor and it will be
noted permanently on the student’s transcript.
Perfect Attendance – Students who have no absences (both excused and unexcused) will receive
this honor and it will be noted permanently on the student’s transcript.
Outstanding Student – A student, who is recommended by faculty and staff to receive this honor,
will have it noted permanently on their transcript.
Most Improved Student – A student, who is recommended by faculty and staff to receive this
honor, will have it noted permanently on their transcript.
Probation – Students placed on probation because their GPA was below a 2.5 for the term, will
have it noted permanently on their transcript.
IIE Bridge Graduate – Students graduating from the IIE Bridge program will have a permanent
notation on their transcript confirming graduation.
Auditing IIE Classes
Students studying at the IIE on an F-1 visa cannot audit classes. Students who are already in the
U.S. and do not require a visa but wish to audit classes at the IIE must apply to the IIE and meet
IIE admission requirements. No credit is earned for completing audited courses and no audited
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course can count toward IIE program completion. Audited courses are graded “AU” and do not
affect the student’s GPA.
All students wishing to audit a course or courses must officially enroll at the IIE, pay regular fees
and request to audit the course(s) when registering for classes.
The cost to audit class(es) in the IIE program are billed the part-time student fees. Students pay
per CEU and are also responsible for other applicable fees such as student health insurance and
student fees. Students interested in learning more should contact the International Programs
admissions office.
Grade Appeals
If a student believes he or she has received an incorrect or unfair grade, no later than one week
after receiving the grade in question, the student should contact the appropriate teacher to
attempt to resolve the disagreement. If the student and teacher resolve the agreement and the
student is satisfied, no further action is necessary from the student. If the student and teacher
cannot resolve the disagreement over the grade, the student may file an Appeal Form to the
Academic Coordinator. The Appeal Form is available on the IIE website or from the main IPO
office. This form must be filed no later than one week after receiving the grade in question.
If a change in grade is recommended by the Academic Coordinator, the teacher and student will
be notified of this action and the Academic Coordinator will change the grade. If a change in
grade is not recommended and the student remains unsatisfied, he or she may request to meet
with the International Program Director. This does not apply to grades given for alleged
dishonesty or plagiarism.
Satisfactory Academic Progress Students make satisfactory academic progress when their GPA is above a 2.5 (Bridge requires a
3.0) for the semester. Students making satisfactory academic progress will move to the next
higher level in the program. (See Placement and Progression Policy)
Students who fail to make satisfactory academic progress will be placed on Academic Probation,
at the end of the semester when the GPA was earned. Students who fail to make satisfactory
academic progress for two consecutive semesters will be dismissed from the IIE at the end of the
second semester. See Dismissal.
Academic Probation Students placed on Academic Probation at the end of the last semester, must sign up for and
attend the Academic Success workshop during the first week of the new semester. Attendance is
mandatory.
You will learn about the following at the workshop:
The IIE Academic Probation Policy and how this affects you.
What you need to do to avoid being dismissed from the IIE.
Campus resources such as the counseling center, tutoring, study groups, and the writing
center.
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Identify goals and complete a plan for achieving academic success for the semester.
As enrollment increases, students on probation are also required to spend one hour per week in
the IIE lab, working with an IIE tutor or a teacher during their office hours. These hours will be
verified on the Academic Success card that students must get signed in the lab each week, and
turn in at the end of the semester. Students must complete the Academic Success card, the
Academic Success workshop, and the Academic Success plan, in addition to earning a GPA
above 2.5 (3.0 for Bridge) in order to be taken off of probation at the end of the semester.
Failure to comply with the terms of your probation could result in dismissal from the IIE. See
Dismissal.
Dismissal In order to be dismissed from IIE, the student must receive an official dismissal letter from the
Academic Coordinator. The letter indicates the reason for dismissal and the recourse for a
student who would like to appeal the decision. The Appeal Form is included with the dismissal
letter and the student has seven days in which to provide documentation about the dismissal.
Once the student has been dismissed, he/she must transfer to another school or leave the country.
For example:
Students who are dismissed from the IIE due to attendance issues will receive an email from the
Academic Coordinator notifying them of their dismissal and status. A twenty-one day period
begins from the date of the dismissal letter and the student should meet with the Academic
Coordinator and International Student Advisor to discuss his/her next steps. The student’s
dismissal will be reported to the United States Citizen and Immigration Services (USCIS) and
the student’s visa status may be terminated in SEVIS. It is the student’s responsibility to meet the
legal requirements to remain in the U.S.
Definitions:
Academic Success Workshop
A one-hour workshop covering probation requirements, probation consequences, student
resources and strategies for academic success.
Academic Success Plan
A plan students develop that includes actions the student will take to be successful during the
new semester.
Academic Progress Report
A report used to keep track of a student’s progress every two weeks.
Change of Address Students are required to notify the IIE within 10 days of any change in address. This is an
immigration and visa requirement. Students who do not notify the IIE of this change are
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considered out of status. Speak with the administrative assistant in the main IPO office about any
changes.
Renewing Your I-20 Students should contact the IPO Main Office at least 20 days before their I-20 expires. To renew
your I-20, you need to fill out an I-20 Extension Form and bring in a bank statement and
Financial Certification Form less than 6 months old. Forms are available in the IPO Main Office
and should be returned to the same location.
Levels and Courses The IIE offers 3 levels, including a Bridge program. Students begin in the level that is
appropriate for their English-proficiency when starting at the IIE. The length of time the program
takes for completion depends on the student progression through the levels. See Levels of
Instruction to learn more about each level and what is expected of someone to pass each level or
be placed in the next higher level. Also see Placement and Progression Policy.
Level Equivalency Chart Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) – IIE Level Equivalency Chart
IIE levels correspond to a specific level of proficiency. The levels, a brief description of the
level, their DynEd correlation and the CEFR correlation are listed in the table.
IIE Level Proficiency Description DynEd CEFR
Intermediate
A student at this level has a solid
foundation of basic English and can
communicate using non-complex
language in everyday situations,
including maintaining short
conversations. Student can express self
and opinion using basic or simple
information.
.5 A2
A student at this level can communicate
in most everyday situations and can also
use English to discuss familiar and
simple academic topics with some
problems.
1.0
Advanced
A student at this level uses English well
in familiar situations and can
communicate about unfamiliar, but
straightforward topics, enough to
convey general message, but with
problems. The student can understand
straight-forward factual texts and short
talks.
1.2 B1
A student at this level uses English
independently and can communicate
1.7
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moderately complex material
effectively, and can communicate on
straightforward academic and
professional topics.
Bridge A student at this level uses English
independently and develops a clear
argument and can analyze topical
issues. Student can clearly express and
understand main ideas of complex
speech on concrete and abstract topics,
including technical discussions on
topics of interest.
2.0 B2
Levels of Instruction:
Intermediate This level meets 24 hours/week. This is the first level of the IIE program. Students take the
following courses:
Grammar & Writing
Reading & Vocabulary
Integrated Skills: Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing (1/2 semester course)
Integrated Skills Lab
Public Speaking (1/2 semester course)
Academic Listening (1/2 semester course)
2 Electives (1/2 semester courses)
Content Area Student Learning Outcomes
At the end of this level, students will be able to:
Grammar Explain what is happening right now using present progressive.
Produce answers to questions about what they were doing when
something else took place.
Identify which action in the past took place first and which action took
place second.
Answer questions about situations that began in the past and continue
into the present using since or for. (For example: “How long have you
been studying here?”
Answer questions about how much or how many of count or non-
count nouns using quantifiers.
Specify how much of something using units of measurement.
(Example: a cup of rice)
Give directions using prepositions of place, after referencing a map.
Explain when something usually happens during the day, month or
year.
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Modify a noun by adding another noun give the original word a new
meaning.
Produce statements of advice about how to handle everyday
situations.
Keep a conversation going by using tag questions.
Produce positive and negative tag questions of agreement. (Example:
You aren’t going to the concert tonight, are you?)
Use phrasal verbs in informal text and spoken English.
Produce sentences using phrasal verbs correctly in context.
Student can write a detailed expression of an experience, dream or
imaginary event, including their feelings and reaction.
Identify fragments
Demonstrate understanding of nouns and pronouns
Differentiate between first, second, and third person
Use prepositions to describe, give directions, describe a process
Use preposition combinations with nouns
Form the comparative and superlative of adjectives and adverbs
Recognize word forms and common suffixes
Student can compare and contrast different opinions, including the use
of as...as
Expressing future with will, be going to, and present progressive
Use future time clauses to show time and order
Write a paragraph about a current trend such as fashion, availability of
jobs, or the cost of tuition and the likelihood of this trend continuing
in the future.
Use future conditionals to describe possible future situations
Use modal verbs and modal like expressions to express ability,
possibility, permission, or obligation
Use phrasal verbs correctly in writing
Give instructions for how to do something such as manage money,
using phrasal verbs.
Writing Student produces complete sentences with correct capitalization and
end punctuation.
Student can produce a paragraph that has a topic sentence with
controlling ideas, sentences that are related to the main topic, the first
line indented and a concluding sentence.
Student can identify sentence fragments.
Student can identify the topic sentence and check for errors in
capitalization, punctuation, indentation, subject-verb agreement,
correct verb form, sentence fragments and cohesion of a paragraph
written by a peer.
Student can edit own sentences for subject-verb agreement.
Student can create a topic sentence for a paragraph.
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Student can write a paragraph to describe an American meal to a
friend in their home country, including instructions for how to make it
using prepositions of place and units of measurement.
Student can combine short choppy sentences into a longer, coherent
one.
Student can write a short story of paragraph length about a routine real
or imaginary event. The paragraph will have a clear beginning, middle
and end; is entertaining; tells when the event happens (day, month or
year); gives background information in the opening sentence(s); and
uses descriptive language to describe the event.
Student can write a paragraph in reaction to a photo, about their
feelings and emotions, using at least three phrasal verbs.
Student can write an email to Silverwood asking for more information
about the theme park to decide determine whether or not it is a good
place for students to visit.
Student can write sensory sentences that expresses each of the five
senses.
Compose topic sentence that has a main subject and controlling idea
Use controlling idea to limit or narrow a topic
Brainstorm for topic and topic sentences
Identify four features of a well-written paragraph
Student can link and combine sentence into text of paragraph length
and structure
Student can write letters and emails describing experiences and
feelings
Write a paragraph to describe, discuss, or explain one central idea
Use the five sense to describe
Use clear, descriptive language.
Analyze similarities between paragraphs and essays
Demonstrate understanding of paragraph parts
Write a 5 paragraph description essay
Write a 5 paragraph comparison essay
Use parallel structure in writing
Student produces text that is understood by teachers and peers, but
includes some redundancies and awkwardness, and follows patterns of
oral discourse.
Write a 5 paragraph cause- and effect essay
Student can develop an argument well enough to be followed
Recall five proof reading strategies
Write, descriptive, comparison, cause-and- effect, and classification
paragraphs
Student can use connecting words and transitions to link sentences
and paragraphs to a coherent sequence
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Demonstrate knowledge and application of purpose, audience, clarity,
unity, and coherence.
Reading Recall information from short and academic non-complex texts
Answer questions that require student to demonstrate knowledge of a
particular text or reading selection
Identify main points in a short reading
Discuss main points and themes of a text with precision and using
learned vocabulary
Explain or describe important information in a simple story or reading
Retell a story line or a simplified version of a novel
Apply learned vocabulary in natural language statements using
complete sentences
Find basic information in a short text
Simple written instructions
Integrated
Skills
Demonstrate the understanding of simple sentences on social topics
Write short, simple communications, compositions, and requests for
information about personal or common topics.
Produce writing where the meaning is clear to teachers and/or peers.
Demonstrate aural understanding of simple, technical information.
Retell the story line or summarize a short story.
Describe a city or a new place where you live and discuss the reasons
for living there. (Unit 1)
Describe a new place from a photo, using appropriate adjectives. (Unit
1)
Complete a chart about a location, why someone lives there and if
he/she plans to move. (Unit 1)
Demonstrate vocabulary knowledge of people and places, the five
senses, and learning strategies. (Unit 1, Unit 2)
Discuss your feelings in reaction to a unit reading. (Unit 2)
Identify the adjectives used by the author to describe information.
(Unit 2)
Complete a summary of a video clip. (Unit 2)
Describe an emotional experience using your senses to convey
meaning. (Unit 2)
Express an emotional response to a video clip. (Unit 2)
Identify the main points in a short article. (all units)
Identify important information by scanning informational text. (all
units)
Identify an environmental issue on campus and suggest solutions to
the problem. (Unit 3)
Find and retell simple factual information to describe cause and effect
of an issue. (Unit 3)
Give personal opinions on an issue after listening to someone else’s
opinion. (Unit 3,4)
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Respond to direct questions after viewing a video. (Unit 3…)
Produce a brief speech that can be understood by teacher and peers.
Present a short presentation on a topic of interest.
Respond clearly to questions asked by the audience, after delivering a
short presentation.
Compare and contrast financial habits through simple face-to-face
conversations. (Unit 4)
Demonstrate a vocabulary for talking about interests, travel, sports,
cultures, finances, and daily life. (all Units)
Create a brochure containing simple information about survival in an
emergency situation.(Unit 5)
Describe details about a painting and explain emotional reactions to
the art.(Unit 6)
Explain, using a map, how to use public transportation to get from one
place to another. (Unit 7)
Produce short and simple compositions to give an opinion on a topic.
Summarize a sequence of events on a topic or unit reading.
Speaking Demonstrate proper speaking posture and behavior, including eye
contact, voice pitch, volume, and stance, as well as appropriate use of
content, visual aids, and time constraints.
Give prepared presentations with proper openings and closing
statements, good organization, clear main ideas, and sufficient details,
and the use of strings of sentences and paragraph length discourse.
Prepare formal speeches in both long (planned) and short (impromptu)
time frames for preparation.
Deliver a formal speech in a professional manner on various assigned
topics for several minutes by designing a successful speech from
outline to delivery.
Deliver a formal speech appropriate to (and adapted to) your audience
in a professional manner.
a. Speak on personal topics and pass on simple, factual information.
b. Speak on more academic topics based on your summary of several
sources.
c. Produce practical instructions.
d. Use prepositions to give directions and describe a process.
e. Express opinions and describe reactions on abstract topics like
films, books, or music.
f. Explain feelings, reactions and personal opinions.
Explain why something is negative and a problem.
Make an effective complaint.
Narrate and describe in past, present, and future time frames.
Listening Recognize and match new everyday/academic English words to their
definitions.
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Take notes from aural comprehension on main ideas and key points of
English conversations and sort speeches and lectures in a limited
period of time.
Take effective notes using abbreviations, symbols and efficient
organizational methods.
Follow and answer questions about main ideas and key points of
English conversation and short speeches and lectures using notes
previously taken during a timed aural comprehension period.
List of descriptors were adapted from the ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines 2012 and the
EAQUALS Bank of Descriptors.
Advanced This level meets 24 hours/week. This is the second level of the IIE program. Students take the
following courses:
Grammar
Academic/Professional Writing
Reading & Vocabulary
Discussion (1/2 semester course)
Debate (1/2 semester course)
Integrated Skills Lab
4 Electives (2 electives each half of semester)
Content
Area
Student Learning Outcomes
At the end of this level, students will be able to:
Reading • Demonstrate ability to predict and identify main elements
independently
• Use context clues to derive meaning
• Predict what they will read
• Identify main ideas and facts from reading
• Skim and scan content of articles to find specific information or
answer questions about the reading
• Detect the point of view in written text
• Demonstrates knowledge of first person, second person and third
person point-of-view
• Follow lengthy instructions to play a complicated board game
• Identify main points and details from an authentic novel that has been
adapted
• Use newly learned vocabulary in context
• Give the meaning of newly learned vocabulary
Writing Write thesis statements that reflect the intent and main points of an essay
Student can recognize and correct mistakes made in the writing process
Tighten an essay by removing wordiness
Write clear and detailed descriptions of persons or events
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Identify noun clauses in a sentence
Compose a compare-contrast essay with a strong point of view and a focus on
either similarities or differences
Write a strong thesis statement that indicates the focus of comparison
Use connectors to show comparison and contrast
Plan for writing a comparison essay
Use effective transitions in comparative writing
Use comparative forms correctly
Write clear cause-effect essay with logical steps and a clear relationship
Write a thesis statement that indicates whether the cause-effect essay focuses
on causes or effects
Summarize and paraphrase information from long text in writing
Use connectors in cause-effect writing
Use effective transitions in cause-effect writing
Write a clear argument essay and explain advantages and disadvantages of
each option
Provide appropriate examples and a counterargument in support of own
argument
Change the tone of a sentence using modals; use them to make an opposing
opinion sound weak
Use modals to be assertive and confident in argument writing
Clearly state opinion in argument
Give reasons to support opinion in an argument essay
Use effective transitions and connectors in argument writing
Compose a counterargument
Give examples of great topics for an argument essay
Describe a process and write detailed, logical instructions that others can
follow
Summarize and synthesize information from a variety of sources
Demonstrate understanding of parallel structure
Edit own mistakes or correct mistakes of a peer
Recognize and avoid sentence fragments
Use verb tenses consistently
Use –ly adverbs of degree in writing
Grammar Use simple present and present progressive to write about present time
situations
Use past and present forms to write about changes.
Use present perfect, present perfect progressive and simple past to describe a
series of events.
Use past perfect to describe background information and give reasons
Use will + base form and future progressive to write about future plans
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Use future perfect and future perfect progressive to write about completed and
ongoing events in the future.
Use modals to write about problems and solutions
Use precise nouns and adjectives to make writing clear
Use pronouns for emphasis and to avoid repetition
Use noun+of+gerund constructions
Use verb+infinitive and adjective+ infinitive construction
Use articles, quantifiers and pronouns to indicate that information may or may
not be true.
Use “That” clauses to state reasons, conclusions, research results, opinions,
and feelings
Use noun clauses with “Wh” words and “If/Weather”
Use descriptive reporting verbs in direct and indirect speech
Use indirect questions, imperatives, requests and advice
Use the passive to write about the object of an action; use the passive with
modals, gerunds, and infinitives
Use subject relative clauses to avoid repetition; use object relative clauses to
provide background information
Use a single “if” clause with multiple main clauses to support ideas
Use coordinating and correlative conjunctions to join words to support an
argument
Use adverb clauses to give more information about main clauses
Use prepositions and transition words
Debate Deliver well-developed, detailed descriptions with expanded and supporting
details;
Develop an argument systematically, highlighting significant points and
including supporting details;
Give reasons to support position during a debate;
Answer questions about content of debate or about position;
Deviate spontaneously from prepared text when debating;
Verbally summarize information and arguments from other source(s);
Refute an argument, source or opinion from the other side;
Reformulate or restate ideas or opinions in different ways to be more
persuasive;
Express ideas and opinions clearly, precisely and convincingly;
Defend position with supporting content;
Follow a complex debate;
Respond to attacks made on their case by the opponent in a debate; and
Define vocabulary concepts regarding debate.
Discussion Communicate with reasonable accuracy and fairly even temp, with some
hesitation and long pauses expected
Actively engages in a conversation
Present the results of a discussion in a variety of different formats
Participate in reaching a decision in formal and informal discussion
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Express clear point of view, ideas or feelings with effective turn-taking
Communicate with reasonable accuracy and fairly even tempo, with some
hesitation and long pauses expected
Critically evaluate a topic and provide both advantages and disadvantages
Help support the discussion by encouraging others to participate
Ask questions to clarify and confirm information.
Evaluate own performance in a discussion
Share experiences and ideas with a group
Listen attentively to others in the group to identify main points and
similarities between viewpoints.
Brainstorm ideas as a group by using brainstorming techniques
Contribute ideas, encourage ideas, and expand on ideas to create supportive
environment for group discussions.
Make a poster and present it as a group to the class
Explore positions, in a group setting, to research a decision
Narrow down choices to make a group decision
Ask questions about another group member’s suggestion or view point
Disagree with another view point respectfully
Compare positions within your group
List of descriptors were adapted from the ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines 2012 and the
EAQUALS Bank of Descriptors.
Bridge The IIE Bridge level is a semester-long program designed to prepare students for academic study
at U.S. colleges and universities. This level requires a near-college English proficiency level
(DynEd score of 2.5 or higher). Students complete a rigorous English-language program
consisting of English-language courses that utilize content-based instruction (themes). We have
selected college preparation themes for our Bridge program because students learn about
American college culture and skills for being successful in college. These are general themes that
apply to students of all majors and are particularly helpful for those students who intend to
continue on to college. Many of our Bridge students continue on to study at U.S. colleges and
universities.
We realize that some students might not be happy with these themes because they only plan to
study in the U.S. short-term, are already college students elsewhere or do not plan to go to
college at all. While you may not think you will use some of the vocabulary or skills that you
learn from our themes, much of the vocabulary and many of the skills are also helpful in the
workplace or in a professional environment.
We believe that these themes will help you develop your English further and prepare you for
using your English in more complex situations where you have to think critically and analyze
situations in a global context. This will be valuable in both an academic and professional
environment. The themes should also help support you, as you take one college course as part of
the Bridge program.
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Bridge students take the following courses, plus one 3 credit college course:
Bridge Grammar
Lecture Note-Taking
Textbook Reading
Presentations
Academic/Professional Writing
Academic/Professional Vocabulary (1/2 semester course)
Research Skills (1/2 semester course)
College Success (1/2 semester course)
Civics (1/2 semester course)
Students who graduate from the IIE Bridge program meet the English-language proficiency
requirements for admission to Lewis-Clark State College and the University of Idaho.
Content Area Student Learning Outcomes
At the end of this level, students will be able to:
Textbook
Reading Comprehend the readings from each unit
Solve textbook-type questions (true/false, fill-in-the-blank, multiple
choice, graphic organizer, short answer)
Scan academic text for main ideas
Discuss the content and basic principles of a textbook chapter
Describe pre-reading, critical reading and post-reading strategies while
surveying the text (Unit 1)
Apply the SQ3R reading system to the critical reading in the text (Unit 1)
Produce Cornell notes as a critical reading strategy (Unit 1)
Write 2-column notes as a critical reading strategy (Unit 1)
Apply several strategies for taking objective tests when completing a unit
review (Unit 1)
Apply the principles of career choice to their own lives by taking the
Holland Code test and writing a reflection paper (Unit 1)
Discuss the principles of career choice (Unit 1)
Identify the important facts in a college-level textbook chapter (Unit 3)
Read a college-level chapter on Public Relations and convey understanding
of the processes and relationships in various forms in the United States
including the role of public relations professionals, press agents, media
specialists, and journalists. (Unit 3)
Define new academic vocabulary introduced in an academic textbook
chapter and use them in context. (Unit 3)
Identify a procedure for the critical reading of a textbook chapter (Unit 3)
List the steps of the procedure for taking Cornell notes in the correct order.
(Unit 3)
Read and explain timelines and distribution charts (Unit 3)
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Apply context clues when learning new academic language (Unit 3)
Apply ethos, pathos and logos principles to understanding media
advertisements by listening to a YouTube video (The Art of Rhetoric),
selecting magazine advertisements denoting elements of ethos, pathos and
logos in a reflection paper (Unit 3)
Read and explain tables and bar graphs (Unit 5)
Explain and participate in predication café as a reading strategy (Unit 5)
Apply critical reading strategies by preparing outline notes, mapping notes
and note-cards
Apply prefix and suffix strategies to define new vocabulary words (Unit 5)
Apply coping strategies for dealing with personal stress by taking the
WebMD online coping test and using the results to analyze own behavior
in a reflection paper (Unit 5)
Apply essay test-taking strategies when taking a Unit review (Unit 5)
Lecture Note-
Taking Differentiate between different types of college-level listening activities
common in U.S. colleges and universities
Prepare for lectures
Summarize information from lectures or other authentic academic listening
activities
Produce efficient notes on college lectures
Demonstrate the use of strategies for dealing with foreign accents and
unknown vocabulary
Identify key parts of speech and parts of a lecture used to decode and
understand it
Use lecture notes to predict lecture content for exams
Explain what is expected from students during lectures
Apply a variety of note-taking systems to record information in lectures
Outline extended speech on abstract and complex academic topics
Identify implied relationships from discussion
Describe main points of lectures or discussions on a variety of academic
topics
Break down the details of a lecture
Explain complex technical information such as instructions and processes
Isolate and track points made during an animated discussion with multiple
people talking
Examine unfamiliar topics and formulate an opinion or viewpoint
Research
Skills Prepare for a specific writing assignment by identifying and explaining the
purpose of the assignment.
Describe and use several pre-writing techniques to generate ideas for an
essay
Draft a working thesis
Identify common features of a scholarly or peer-reviewed article using key
terms that have been introduced
Evaluate sources using the guidelines of the style manual and navigate the
appropriate documentation style section to create end citations
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Read actively to discover meaning and identify basic features of a text
Apply critical thinking strategies to an academic article
Demonstrate a novice-level ability to integrate sources
Recognize plagiarism and apply skills to avoid it
Locate scholarly sources in the LCSC library
Create an annotated bibliography using summarizing and synthesizing
skills
Presentations Recognize the format of an effective academic presentation
Create, deliver, prepare, and produce a clear, well-structured presentation
on a complex subject on an academic topic by expanding on a supporting
points of view with appropriate and reasonable examples
Create and deliver a group researched presentation
Express self-fluently using appropriate level of formality for the classroom,
including communicating with professors
Explain complex material in detail
Produce lengthy and coherent materials with ease, fluency and accuracy
Defend opinions on social and political issues with structured argument
Connect ideas into coherent text in clear well-structured speech
Vocabulary Student can recall course vocabulary words appropriate for undergraduates
Student can apply newly learned vocabulary words correctly in context
Student can define newly learned academic vocabulary
Student can recognize newly learned vocabulary from text
Student can produce sentences using newly learned academic
vocabulary in context
Writing Use clustering to evaluate ideas and to narrow down your paper’s topic.
Narrow down a general subject to a specific subject that meets the limits of
the writing assignment.
Recognize different patterns of development for structuring an essay
(narrative, process, cause-effect, comparison and contrast, argument, etc).
Construct a formal outline to guide essay writing.
Identify a variety of strategies that can be used to introduce an essay and
grab the reader’s attention.
Compose a thesis statement that is straightforward and gives accurate
indication of what follows.
State your thesis and develop ideas to support it.
Differentiate between an explicitly stated and implied thesis and explain
why an explicitly stated thesis is the best in most college writing
assignments.
Support thesis with body paragraphs that are convincing.
Create body paragraphs that are unified and state each paragraph’s main
idea in a topic sentence.
Create a coherent body paragraph of smooth and logically connected
sentences using keywords, pronouns, and transitions.
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Create a well-developed paragraph with support that is relevant, specific,
adequate, representative and documented.
Describe complex subjects in writing.
Compose a college-level narrative essay.
Compose a college-level description essay.
Compose a college-level summary-response essay.
Compose a college-level argument essay.
Explore writing subject using questions for probing
Discover ideas about your topic using brainstorming
Use subject and verbs in agreement
Use verb tenses accurately and consistently
Express thoughts using complete sentences
Edit fragments to create complete sentences that include a subject and a
verb
Use correct punctuation to avoid run-on sentences
Use parallelism to express similar ideas in a sentence
Identify correct use of commas
Identify correct use of semi-colons
Identify when to use quotation marks
Eliminate repetition and redundancy to make sentences concise
Synthesize material from different sources
Distinguish between concrete and abstract ideas
Distinguish between fact and opinion
Reflect upon and record ideas and sources through journal writing to
compile potential topics for future writing projects
Identify when to use dashes and colons
Differentiate length and structure of sentences to make writing more
interesting
American
Civics Demonstrate a better understanding of American culture, economics, and
government.
Use newly learned vocabulary and course concepts correctly in context for
both written and spoken communication.
Grammar Use the past perfect and the past perfect progressive to describe the events
leading to a change in your life
Give perspective on an event using past modals and modal-like expressions
Explain life events on a time line, using time clauses
Describe a past mistake and how it could have been avoided, using past
unreal conditionals
Present a differing viewpoint using noun clauses with wh- words or
if/whether
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Express a claim more accurately by using phrases that limit
overgeneralization
Use a non-identifying relative clause to add credibility or additional
information about someone/something
Compose complex noun phrase to provide more detail or be more specific
Use parallel structure when describing things or actions.
Refer to a graph and make comparisons between data sets using quantifiers
to indicate differences.
Make comparisons or contrasts using superlative and comparative
adjectives and adverbs.
Refer to a specific noun that is known to the reader using the definitive
article.
Make generalizations using the indefinite article.
Compare two images or ideas using common expressions that show
similarity.
Explain how two things are different using adverb clauses of contrast and
concession
Connect ideas or events using demonstratives.
Order a sequence of events using time signals.
Include the definition when introducing a new term in writing that the
reader is not likely to know.
Modify sentences using appositives to provide additional information on a
subject.
Report on information from an outside source using reporting verbs to
indicate to the reader that the information is not yours.
Refer to a source of information using as clauses to tell the reader where
the information comes from.
Express the purpose or reason for an action or idea using adverb clauses
and infinitives of purpose.
Express future actions, plans, predictions, and expectations using 'will', 'be
going to', and modals
Debate a viewpoint using common words in persuasive writing
Discuss a controversial subject using an It construction to make your
writing more impersonal or objective
Use common phrases for argumentation to express viewpoint
Use common phrases for summary-response writing
College
Success The student will be able to compose a clear plan and strategy for academic
success.
The student can demonstrate an understanding of the rules and processes
expected of an international college student on an F-1 or J-1 visa.
The student will be able to build a class schedule appropriate for a
freshman student in his or her intended major.
The student can identify his or her learning style and develop an effective
study plan based on that style.
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The student can develop a strategy for time management using tips and
techniques learned in class.
The student can compare and contrast his/her college study habits and
strategies with those of other college students.
The student can support a presentation with outside resources or sources.
The student can recall, in English, information presented in English-
language lectures, readings and discussions over a period of time.
Orientation Seminar For Summer 2017, the Orientation Seminar is under revision. For the future: all new IIE
students, including Bridge students, will be required to take the face-to-face & online Orientation
Seminar.
TOEFL/IELTS Preparation IIE offers a TOEFL or IELTS preparation class every semester. IIE students may enroll in this
class for free. This class meets two times a week for 50 minutes each. This class is graded P/NC.
IIE students also have access to a computer-based test preparation course called “Test
Mountain.” IIE students can use this course for free. There is a $10 per month cost for Bridge
students. If you are interested in this course, contact the IIE Lab Monitor in RCH 21 for more
information. You can read more about Test Mountain on the DynEd website.
Focus on Grammar / Focus on Reading The IIE offers two classes designed to support students who show a weakness in English reading
and/or grammar. The student should be below their level in one or both of these areas only; they
should be at level in their other classes or other areas of instruction. The purpose of this course is
to provide extra support in the students’ area of weakness so they can be successful in their
current level. This class will be added to any qualifying students schedule and becomes
mandatory. Students cannot elect to add this course on their own. Any student who is concerned
about their reading or grammar ability should discuss their concern with the regular reading or
grammar teacher. Teachers can refer students during the first week of the semester, to be added
to either class. This course is graded P/F.
Student Placement Information The Institute of Intensive English (IIE) uses the DynEd Placement Test to place students into the
appropriate level for learning English.
The IIE offers the following levels:
Level Required DynEd Score
Intermediate 0.5-1.0
Advanced 1.2-1.7
Bridge 2.0
The DynEd score required for college entrance is 2.5.
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Placement Testing New Students
All new IIE students will take the DynEd placement test and prepare a writing sample before
they are assigned to any level. The Academic Coordinator reserves the right to place students
based on the DynEd placement score and the writing sample, when the DynEd placement score
is grossly different than the test score used for pre-placement.
There is no cost to students for initial placement testing. Students can only take the DynEd
placement test one time, for initial placement. During the first week, if teachers notice a student
has been misplaced, students will be moved to a more appropriate level. (See Placement and
Progression Policy.)
For Continuing Students of Advanced & Intermediate Levels
Students can elect to take the DynEd placement test once per semester. However, the placement
test alone will not qualify students to change levels between Intermediate, Advanced, and
Bridge. Continuing students wishing to change IIE levels based on their placement test score
must submit a written request by completing the Request Change of Level Form and should
provide all evidence they have to support their request.
Placement testing can be used to qualify for LCSC college admissions. Students who earn a
score of 2.5 on the placement test meet the English-language admission requirements for college
the following semester.
The cost to take the DynEd placement test is $15 per test. A student must provide proof of
payment before they are allowed to test. Additionally, students cannot owe the IIE or the college
any money at time of test.
Changing Levels during the Semester Continuing students wishing to change levels based on their placement test score must submit a
written request by completing the Request Change of Level Form. The form is available in the
IPO main office.
Requests to change levels can only be initiated by students before the semester in question, or
during the first week of the semester. Students must prepare a timed writing sample in order to
request a level change.
The following is considered when a request is made: DynEd test score, grade point average,
writing sample, and teacher’s observation and recommendation. If additional information is
needed to make a determination regarding a level change, the student will be notified in writing.
Request Change of Level Form are reviewed the first week of the new term. A final decision is
given to the student in writing by Friday. Students cannot request to study in a lower level.
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Student Progression Information IIE Students (except Bridge)
Students progress to the next level, when all of the following has been achieved:
2.5 grade point average for the semester
DynEd exit test confirms student has made progress
IIE teachers agree the student is ready to progress
All students are informed of their progression following the end of each semester. Students who
wish to appeal the decision can make an appointment with the Academic Coordinator. (See
Placement and Progression Policy.)
IIE Bridge Students
Students graduate from Bridge when the following has been achieved:
3.0 grade point average for the semester, in all IIE classes
C or higher in the college class
DynEd exit test confirms student has made progress
DynEd Subscription All IIE students receive a subscription to DynEd for free while they study in our program.
Students use the DynEd program in their Integrated Skills Lab class but may also use the
program for extra practice at home on their iPad or Android device.
Use DynEd on Your Mobile Device Get the DynEd App on your mobile device and you can login with the username and password
you receive in your lab class. When you leave the IIE, your DynEd subscription will expire.
iPad, iPhone, iPod – iTunes Store
Android – Google Play Store
Use DynEd After You Leave IIE Students may wish to continue to use DynEd after they leave IIE. You may purchase a
discounted subscription. The cost for students who leave IIE (alumni) is $30/month. You can pay
this fee online on the LCSC website. The cost for currently enrolled IIE Bridge students is
$10/month. Students must sign up at the IPO main office and pay the monthly fee.
The cost for anyone not currently enrolled in IIE or an alumnus is $50/month. This fee can be
paid online on the LCSC website.
Policies
Textbook Policy The IIE loans the required textbooks to students for free. Students must purchase their own
grammar workbook. Students are required to keep these books clean. Students should not write
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in IIE textbooks; if the student writes in the book using pencil, it is the student’s responsibility to
erase all writing before returning the book. Students who return a textbook damaged or written
in, or do not return a textbook, will be charged the cost for the replacement of the book. The cost
of a book can be requested at any time, by asking in the main IPO office.
IIE will charge students a $200 damage deposit for books. On completion or leaving the IIE
program, students will be:
Refunded $200 less charges for lost, non-returned, or damaged books.
If the total in lost, non-returned or damaged books is greater than $200, the student will
be invoiced for the difference and a hold will be placed on the student’s account until
paid in full.
If you are charged for a damaged or lost book during your studies at IIE, the cost will be charged
to your student account. You will not be able to register for any more IIE or LCSC classes until
this fee has been paid. Additionally, you cannot receive your IIE or LCSC transcript if you owe
money for books. Books must be returned on the last day of the semester. If you need to return a
book before then, please return the book to the main IPO office. The exact time for book check-
in will be announced during the final week of class.
Attendance Policy The IIE is an intensive English program that prepares students for academic studies and/or
English communication of a professional nature. Students who miss class miss the opportunity to
learn and immerse themselves fully in the IIE’s academic English environment. Absent students
miss instruction, in-class activities, classroom discussion, and other opportunities to engage with
and learn the English language. Because of this, class attendance is required.
The IIE maintains a strict Attendance Policy as follows:
Students who are dismissed from the IIE due to attendance issues will receive an email from the
Academic Coordinator notifying them of their dismissal and status. Twenty-one days begin from
the date of the dismissal letter and the student should meet with the Academic Coordinator and
International Student Advisor to discuss the next steps. The student’s dismissal will be reported
to the United States Citizen and Immigration Services (USCIS) and the student’s visa status may
be terminated in SEVIS. It is the student’s responsibility to meet the legal requirements to remain
in the U.S.
Leaving Class Early
IIE teachers are expected to “use full class time to maximize student learning and practice” and
“begin and end class on time.” Because every minute of class time is helpful, students are
expected to attend class on time, and remain in class for the full scheduled time. Students who
leave early will be addressed through the attendance policy.
Students who leave class early (more than 10 minutes) will be counted absent.
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Religious Holidays
Students who wish to observe a religious or national holiday outside the college’s schedule can
do so within the parameters of the IIE attendance policy. Students are allowed to miss 2 full days
each term for any reason, including personal, religious or other reasons. Students should plan to
use their days off for upcoming holidays, rather than something else, if they have reason to know
that the holiday falls within a specific term. Any exceptions to this rule will be reviewed by the
Academic Coordinator on a case-by-case basis.
Make-Up Tests Students who miss any test because of an unexcused absence will not be allowed to make up the
test. Students can only make up missed tests when they had pre-approval or because of an
excused absence.
Pre-approval means the student has permission from the teacher before the scheduled test time to
take the test at a different time. Once the student has missed the test, approval will not be granted
to make up an exam for any reason other than an excused absence.
Mobile Phones / Cell Phones
The use of mobile phones or other electronic devices in the classroom is left to the discretion of
each instructor. Some educators believe that using or looking at your mobile phone can be a
useful practice. Others believe electronic devices are a distraction and can prevent you, and
others, from learning during class time. Because of this, some teachers require that phones be put
away in your bag or pocket during class. If you choose to break this rule, your phone may be
taken from you and you will have to pick it up later.
If your phone is taken away from you, IIE teachers will be careful with your phone and deliver it
to the office for safe-keeping. If your phone is damaged as a result, you are responsible for the
damage. It is best not to have your phone taken away, if you are worried about it getting
damaged.
Some teachers will do the following if you are using your phone in their classroom:
Student Breaks Rule: The teacher will…
1st Time Tell you to put your phone away; this is a FINAL warning. 2nd Time Your phone will be taken from you and you will have to pick
it up in RCH 23 after 3pm (or your last class of the day) NOTE: You only get one warning from each teacher. If you take your phone out again,
another day, it will be taken away without warning.
Student Complaint Policy The faculty and staff at the IIE work very hard to foster cross-cultural communication and
understanding, but misunderstandings do arise. In such cases, the student should first try talking,
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possibly with the help of a translator or mediator, to the individual(s) against whom they have a
complaint. If this does not resolve the issue, a formal complaint can be filed. Emergency
situations may be expedited at the discretion of the IIE administration. The complaint will not be
decided by any person against whom the complaint is directed.
A formal complaint is defined as something that cannot be resolved through talking, possibly
with translation or mediation, to the individual against whom the student has a complaint, and
thus must be submitted in writing for resolution using the official Student Complaint Form.
Student Complaint Procedures
If a student wishes to file an official complaint against another student, staff or faculty member,
the IIE, or a host family member, he/she should:
1. Download the official Student Complaint Form from the website or request it from the
front office. Students may request assistance from the International Student Advisor in
filling out the form. Another staff member may also assist if the Advisor is unavailable
due to a conflict of interest.
2. Submit the completed form and any additional documentation and/or evidence to the
Administrative Assistant in the front office. The Administrative Assistant will route the
form to the correct party. Students will receive an email to their LCSC email account
confirming receipt of the complaint from within 2 business days from the time of
submission.
3. A final judgment regarding the complaint will be communicated to the student via email
to their LCSC email account or in person within 5 business days.
4. Once the decision is reached, if the student wishes to appeal the decision regarding their
complaint, they have 5 business days to submit the Appeal Form, which is available on
the IIE website or from the front desk. If they do not submit the Appeal Form within that
time frame, the matter will be considered satisfactorily dealt with and closed. No further
appeals will be accepted after that time frame.
5. If an appeal is filed, students will receive an email to their LCSC email account
confirming receipt of the Appeal Form within 2 business days from the time of
submission. The appeal goes to the Director of International Programs for the final
decision.
6. The final judgment regarding the appeal will be communicated to the student via email to
their LCSC email account or in person within 5 business days from its submission. No
second appeal is allowed.
Academic Dishonesty/Plagiarism Academic dishonesty, which includes cheating and intentional plagiarism, are forbidden at the
IIE. Students who cheat, plagiarize or are otherwise dishonest in their work will face serious
consequences.
Cheating
Cheating is when one student gets answers to graded assignments, test, quizzes or homework,
without the teacher’s permission, from another student or source. Examples include copying the
answers from another student’s work or paper, using old quizzes or exams, using your cell phone
or computer during a quiz/test, or recording a class lecture without teacher permission.
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Intentional Plagiarism
Intentional plagiarism is when a student copies a sentence or more directly from another source,
such as the Internet or another student’s paper. If you are using the Internet to do research, you
must put the information into your own words (paraphrase) and include a references page that
lists the source. If you use the exact words from another source, such as quoting someone, you
must tell the reader you are doing so by putting the words into quotation marks and telling the
reader whose words they are (not yours). If you ever have a question about this, it is better to ask
before you turn an assignment in. Once the assignment has been turned in, it is too late.
Unintentional Plagiarism
In cases where the teacher has reported plagiarism to the Academic Coordinator and the teacher
and the Academic Coordinator agree that the plagiarism was unintentional; the student will be
officially warned in writing. A copy of the warning and the plagiarized work will be placed in
the student’s permanent file. The student will be allowed to rewrite the work and correct the
error for a maximum grade of 75 percent. The student will be allowed no more than 3 days to
correct the work.
Consequences of Academic Dishonesty / Plagiarism
Attempt Consequences
1st Attempt The student will receive a zero on the assignment and will not be allowed
to make up the work.
The student will be reported to the Academic Coordinator and a copy of
the assignment and the teacher’s report will be filed in the student’s file.
The student will receive a warning letter by email.
2nd Attempt The student will receive a zero on the assignment and will not be allowed
to make up the work.
The student will be reported to the Academic Coordinator and a copy of
the assignment and the teacher’s report will be filed in the student’s file.
The student will be placed on probation for the current and all future IIE
semesters.
The student will be required to meet with the Academic Coordinator and
the Associate Director to discuss the consequences of the probation.
3rd Attempt The student will be dismissed from the IIE for breach of probation
semesters, following a meeting with the Academic Coordinator, Associate
Director and IPO Director.
Student Conduct IIE students are expected to abide by the LCSC Student Code of Conduct. The full policy is
available on the LCSC website.
Academic Dishonesty
Cheating or plagiarism in any form is unacceptable.
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Alcoholic Beverages
Students are not allowed to bring alcoholic beverages to campus and cannot drink alcoholic
beverages, for any reason, in public campus areas.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed on campus. Smokers must use designated smoking areas, off-campus.
Drugs
The use of drugs, including marijuana, are illegal in Idaho. Drugs (medications) prescribed by a
doctor are allowed.
Falsification of College Records
You are forbidden from submitting fake or forged documents to the college, and from editing
any official document with the purpose of committing fraud.
Sexual Harassment
U.S. law forbids poor treatment of anyone based on their sex or gender. Sexual discrimination,
sexual harassment and sexual violence are violations of LCSC Code of Conduct, even when they
happen off campus. Students, who are victims of sex-based offenses or witness an offense of
another student, must report the offense immediately to the IIE. Please make report directly to
the Academic Coordinator.
Harassment
Harassment of any kind that makes someone feel they are in danger, threatens someone’s safety
or causes a student not to attend class is forbidden. It is forbidden to harass another person
because of that person’s race, color, religion, ancestry or national origin. Students are forbidden
from causing injury to another person, damaging or destroying another person’s property, or
threatening harm to another.
Stalking
Students are forbidden from stalking, which is repeatedly contacting and/or following another
person when he or she knows the contact is unwanted.
Disruption of the Classroom
Students must respect the learning of other students. Teachers have the right to use whatever
methods they feel are necessary to make sure the classroom environment is positive and ideal for
learning. Disrupting the learning environment is forbidden and teachers may request an
investigation of disruptive behavior.
Disobeying or Lying to College Officials
Students must listen to and follow reasonable requests of College officials including security
guards, residence hall administrators and assistants.
Damage or Theft of Property
It is forbidden to steal or damage college-owned property. This also applies to students living in
the IIE home stay program.
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Gambling
Gambling is forbidden on campus.
Classroom Behavior Problems Students must show respect to teachers, classroom facilities, and other students at all times while
studying at the IIE. Students who are disrespectful will be referred to the Academic Coordinator
for disciplinary action. The Academic Coordinator will investigate behavior problems by
meeting with the teacher and the student separately to better understand the situation. If
warranted, the Academic Coordinator will either issue a verbal warning or will place the student
on probation. If a student is placed on probation, the probation will remain as long as the student
studies at IIE. If the student breaks the terms of the probation by continuing to misbehave in the
classroom, the student will be dismissed from the IIE. (See the Student Behavior Policy.)
Computer Lab The IIE has a computer lab for lab classes and for student use located in RCH 21. All students
are expected to learn the computer lab rules and follow them. These rules are:
Follow the rules given to you by lab staff.
No personal use of the computer lab during scheduled lab classes.
Be respectful of others working in the lab. The lab should not be used for socializing.
Only print school or class-related papers.
Office Hours All full time teachers, and most part-time teachers, keep regular office hours each week. During
these hours, students can meet with their teachers without an appointment. Teachers will include
their office hours on their syllabi and a list of teachers and their office hours is also kept in the
main IPO office. Students should contact their teachers regarding any problems or questions
during these specific times.
Tutoring A tutor is someone, sometimes a teacher, who helps students learn English outside of IIE classes.
Tutors work with students who are having trouble with their course work or who want to study
for the IELTS or TOEFL test. Students interested in tutoring can sign up for tutoring and pay $20
per 1-hour tutoring session. Students should talk to the Academic Coordinator if interested in this
service.
An IIE teacher cannot tutor a student currently registered in any IIE class they are teaching. If the
student requires help outside of the classroom, from the class teacher, the teacher is expected to
assist the student during office hours or by appointment. Teachers cannot charge a tutoring fee
for this.
However, if a teacher agrees to provide tutoring services for test preparation or additional
English language instruction in addition to the instruction offered by IIE, the teacher will charge
the tutoring rate for this service.
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Students who need extra help with IIE courses can attend open lab and tutoring hours, provided
for free, in the IIE lab. The lab monitor can help students by looking over papers or helping with
some homework. There is no cost for this service.
LCSC Writing Center
IIE and Bridge students may visit the LCSC Writing Center in the LCSC Library, Room 172.
The LCSC Writing Center is a tutoring service that helps all LCSC students become better
writers. This service is free. Students do not need an appointment, but can make one if they
choose. When you visit, please bring a copy of your assignment or homework that you need help
with, so the tutor can better understand the requirements of your assignment or homework.
LCSC Math Lab
Bridge students may visit the Math and Science Tutoring Center in MLH 320 for help with their
math class. The weekly schedule of hours the tutoring center is open is available online.
Letters of Recommendation Students who need a letter of recommendation should speak with one of their teachers during
office hours. It is best to choose a teacher who has taught you at least one semester, but
preferably more than one semester. If a teacher is unable to write you a letter of
recommendation, you may request a letter of recommendation from the Academic Coordinator
who can give you a general recommendation based on your performance at IIE.
Student Email LCMail is the College's student email system, powered by Google Apps for Education. All
students are given LCMail email accounts upon admission. LCMail also includes tools such as
Google Calendar, Google Talk, Google Docs, and Google Groups.
LCMail email addresses are formatted as “[email protected]”. The username for
LCMail is the same as WarriorWeb. If you are not sure what your username is, click on “What's
my User ID link” at the bottom of the WarriorWeb page and follow the instructions to find out.
The default password for LCMail is the eight digits of your birth date. If the eight digits do not
work, please try the six as your account may have been created prior to the switchover to eight-
digit passwords. After logging on for the first time, you will be asked to change the password to
a password of your choice.
For example: If your birthday is January 2, 1995, then the eight digit birthdate would be
01021995. The six digit birthdate would be 010295. If you have forgotten your password please
call the IT Help Desk at 208-792-2231. Currently, Google Apps does not have an online
password reset process.
After submitting a name change Form with the Registrar's Office, you will receive a new email
account and password within 24 hours. Follow the instructions listed above to find your new
User ID. The default password will be the eight digits of your birth date. Your email from your
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old account will not be automatically forwarded. If you want to forward your old email address
to your new email, follow the instructions listed under Forward LCMail.
WarriorWeb You can check your IIE schedule, midterm grades and final grades from anywhere in the world
by logging into LCSC WarriorWeb. Keep in mind that you must be currently registered for
classes to see your schedule in WarriorWeb. Also, midterm or final grades must be confirmed by
the Academic Coordinator (usually the Monday following the last day of semester) before you
will be able to see them in WarriorWeb.
Student ID Number and WarriorOne Card Get your WarriorOne Card (student ID) at the Student Union Building Information Desk for free
after you register for classes. We will activate your card automatically after your student fees are
paid so that you can join in the fun.
Attend events across campus (athletics, comedy shows, theater, art shows, etc.)
Access facilities such as the fitness center, the SUB computer lab, and residence hall
rooms
Checkout laptops, for free, from the SUB Info Desk and Library
Use it for your student meal plan to make purchases at food service and to enter your
residence hall
Student ID number appears on WarriorOne Card.
Parking Student Parking Permit - $10
Parking permits can be purchased for $10 from the SUB Information desk. If you do not
purchase a parking permit and park in LCSC parking lots, you will receive a parking ticket
which costs much more than the permit. You must pay any parking tickets you receive because a
hold will be placed on your student account until you do. If you owe the college for parking
tickets, you will not be able to register for any more IIE classes and you will not be able to get
your transcript until the fine is paid.
If you disagree with a parking ticket or fine, you can fill out an Appeal Form. Learn more about
the Ticket Appeal Process by contacting the LCSC Security Office right away.
International Club The International Club has members from all over the world. Meetings are held every other
Friday from noon to 1:00 pm. Joining the International Club is a great way to make friends and
learn about events on campus!
ABC Group The Active Bodies and Communication group arranges activities each week for IIE students.
Sometimes these activities attract college students (domestic and international). Activities
include sports, games and other fun activities organized by the IIE students.
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LCSC Facilities The college provides many different programs and opportunities for domestic and international
students. The International Programs Office will try to keep you up-to-date on these options,
however, you may find many different means of communication on campus that work for you.
Check out Facebook pages, kiosk posters, bulletin boards, and TV monitors located throughout
campus for information on upcoming events. These are open to all students, and often free.