Academics
Academic Resources
Academic Resources
Academic AdvisingThe Academic Advising office at Northwest Vista College is committed to providing quality academic advising services and information about available resources to support students in achieving their desired goal. We will guide students towards completion of a certificate and/or Associate degree and support their transition to a four year institution or the workforce. |
Disability Support Services (Access Office)Northwest Vista College is dedicated to creating opportunities for success for many different kinds of students. Some students may have disabilities that interfere with their ability to succeed in the classroom. The Access office offers services to help level the playing field and create opportunities for success for students with disabilities. Please call 210-486-4466 for information. |
Learning Assistance Services & Centers [LASC]Our goal is to help students develop their learning skills to help them take a proactive approach to their courses, discover their particular learning style, and develop their critical thinking skills, through our learning assistance services (i.e.coaching, mentoring, tutoring, etc). |
Centers for Academic Reading & English Support [CARES]At CARES, our goal is to help students acquire the reading and writing skills they need to be successful in college and throughout their lives. |
Faculty Language AdvocatesThis is a page where you can find professors who speak English and at least one other language! These faculty members can assist you in your classes and also speak these languages. Our faculty is diverse, and they want all of our students to succeed! |
Faculty-Student MentorsThe Faculty-Student Mentors are faculty members who are here to support students throughout their time at NVC and until they complete their goals with us, including their certificate/degree, transfer to a university, and/or finding employment. |
Math Tutoring & Advocacy CentersCurrently offering two types of labs for our students:
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Writing Across the Curriculum Lab [WAC]The WAC Lab serves Northwest Vista College by providing writing tutoring for students in any class outside of the English department. We also provide resources and support for faculty who include writing assignments in their classes. |
Speech Tutoring LabThe Speech Lab offers many services to students enrolled in a Speech class or any other class requiring an individual or group presentation. We can help in the lab beginning with researching your assignment, organizing and outlining your information and practicing your delivery. We also offer help with PowerPoint Presentations. |
Online TutoringNorthwest Vista College, in partnership with Brainfuse, offers all students (students taking face to face, hybrid, or online courses) 300 minutes (5 hours) of free online tutoring services per semester in the following subjects:
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Open Computer LabThe Student Open Computer Lab provides students with the latest technology resources and assistance needed to successfully complete class assignments and projects. The Student Open Computer Lab is a great place to come and do research related to your courses. |
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LibraryThe Northwest Vista College Library supports the mission of the college by providing:
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Information & Communication TechnologiesThe Information and Communication Technologies department services the technology needs of the Northwest Vista College. The Information and Communication Technologies department provide technology solutions and support for our students, faculty, staff and community. |
Career and Transfer ServicesNorthwest Vista College Career and Transfer Services (CaTS) provides resources, guidance, and assistance with career exploration, career planning, academic advising, job preparation, and more. |
Distance LearningDistance Learning is an educational opportunity that offers a deadline-oriented learning experience similar in structure to a face-to-face on-campus class. Students and instructors interact through chat tools, email and discussion boards over the Internet and depending on the course assessments and assignments are all online. On average, students spend about 10 hours per week per course in preparation, participation, and homework time. Students may spend less or more time per week per course depending on when the course is taken and difficulty of the course. |
Canvas Quick GuideThis Canvas Quick Guide is for students who want to learn how to use Canvas. Please contact the Distance Learning Department at your college if you are new to online learning or would like more information on the Orientation to Online Learning (OLRN) course. The guide includes the following:
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Online Course Agreement
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Connect 2 CompeteThe Alamo Colleges District is working with Connect2Compete, a national nonprofit, to provide students and employees low-cost computers and free or low cost Internet service, along with the hardware and the digital skills to effectively and safely use the Internet. Depending on home location, you may qualify for fast free service or a discounted high-speed Internet data plan. Low-cost computers are also being offered. |
Dual Credit (High School Program)HNorthwest Vista College’s Dual Credit Program allows eligible high school students to earn college credit for high school courses in which they are currently enrolled while completing their high school requirements. In order for students to participate in the program, the high schools must be approved to offer dual credit courses. Dual Credit is different from AP credit. |
Project Math Paths [PMP]As math remains the largest obstacle to student success, persistence, and completion, Project Math Paths (PMP) endeavors to improve NVC’s three-year graduation rate, through a streamlined enrollment, advising, and placement process, as well as through the acceleration of students through the math core, by eliminating developmental math course hours. |
Search for ClassesOn the Search for Classes page, you can search for scheduled courses by: 1) Select a Term from the pull-down (such as Fall 2019) and 2) Select a class from the Subject listing (or hold down CTRL to select more than one) and then click Search Classes for a listing of all available sessions.
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Universal Access Student ResourcesFree or Low-Cost Textbooks and Instructional Materials that provide teaching, learning, and/or research resources in the public domain or have been released under an intellectual property license that permits the free use, adaptation, and redistribution of the resource by any person. |
Veteran Advocates (V2V)NVC Veteran Advocates (V2V) provide students who are military members (current & former) with information, resources, and advocacy to help them succeed in higher education.
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BookstoreNorthwest Vista College's bookstore is located conveniently in the CCC building and offers students a one-stop shop for textbooks, supplies, and technology needed for the various classes at Northwest Vista. You can also shop online! |
Student HandbookThe Student Handbook is designed as a user-friendly resource to answer the most frequently asked questions students have about services, programs, expectations and procedures. It is intended to help you successfully transition to college life and become fully engaged in your college educational experience. |
Career Experience & InternshipsProvides numerous opportunities for students to build career-related skills and connect with employers through events and experiential learning activities. Students benefit from faculty support and encouragement to pursue new hands-on experiences that align with their future career goals. |
