Students
College and High School Differences
Minnesota Association of Developmental Education (MNADE) developed a brochure that compares high school and college learning environments to better prepare students and their families for postsecondary education.
The brochure highlights the differences in curriculum, instructor expectations, and student responsibilities. The brochure is a useful tool to review prior to enrolling in a PSEO or concurrent course to ensure readiness and success.
Student Resources
Transfer Information: Riverland coupled with the Minnesota State College and University system are committed to making the transfer process as easy for you as possible. Anyone may access www.transferology.com. You will need to sign up for a free account. Once you have an account, you will be able to view how the classes you take at one college will be recognized at another college.
Caution: it is always important to contact the college you wish to transfer to prior to taking classes from another college so that you will know in advance how the classes will transfer for both the college and major requirements.
If you are a high school student, you may be applying to several colleges without knowing exactly which college you will be accepted to and eventually attending. In this case, it is best to take advantage of any early college opportunities that your high school may offer. The preparation and experience will be well worth it.
Desire to Learn/Brightspace (Online Learning System): Desire2Learn/Brightspace (D2L) is the instructional management system used at Riverland and throughout the Minnesota State College and Universities system.
D2L/Brightspace provides a secure online environment, either to supplement face-to-face courses, or to offer classes entirely online. D2L/Brightspace includes a number of interactive tools which allows students to access course materials, upload assignments (dropbox), participate in discussions, watch recorded lectures, take tests and quizzes, and see their grades.
The Riverland Technology and Learning Resourses Department (TLR) provides support for D2L/Brightspace for both students and faculty, through workshops and training sessions and one-on-one consultation
College Academic Calendar: Concurrent students will follow their high school calendar.
Student Life: As a PSEO or Concurrent student, you ARE a Riverland student and you are welcome to enjoy student life activities. Riverland has an art gallery; theatre, athletic and music events; and many other student activities. All Riverland students can get two free tickets to each Riverland theatre event by contacting the theatre box office. Admission to athletic events is free with a Riverland picture ID. (To obtain a picture ID, please contact Student Services.)