COUNSELING

Counseling is available at the Monroe Campus to provide:

• Academic Counseling: program information, assistance in selecting courses and creating an academic plan.
  

• Career Counseling: career exploration resources and assistance with job search strategies.
  

• Personal Counseling:  assistance in overcoming personal barriers that stand in the way of your educational goals.

Students are encouraged to schedule an appointment with Rachel Jorgenson by calling 608-328-1660 or e-mail at rjorgenson@blackhawk.edu. 

WRITING AND MATH LABS
Instructors can assist students with writing assignments and basic math and algebra.  Contact the ASD division at
608-329-8204 for scheduled learning lab hours.

SERVICES FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
BTC assists students with disabilities by providing accommodations when requested.  If you have a disability for which you need special accommodations contact the Monroe Campus Counselor at 608-328-1660 or Special Needs Coordinator at 1-800-498-1282 ext. 779 or cflottum@blackhawk.edu

STUDENT STUDY SKILLS
Becoming a Master Student is a course that helps students develop the skills necessary to be successful in college.  Topics covered include study skills, note taking, time management, and community resources.

BOOKSTORE
Monroe Campus does not have its own bookstore.  However, prior to the beginning of each semester the bookstore staff from central campus delivers all pre-ordered textbooks for classes taught at the Monroe Campus.  For more information, visit the bookstore website at www.btc.bkstr.com 

FINANCIAL AID
Students interested in applying for federal and state grants, work-study (jobs on campus) and loans, should complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) available at the Monroe Campus.  Though a hard copy application is available, students are encouraged to complete the form online at www.fafsa.ed.gov.  Appropriate federal income tax returns will be necessary in order to complete the application.  Questions regarding financial aid should be directed to the Financial Aid Office located at the Central Campus (Janesville) at 1-800-498-1282 ext. 7664. A  financial aid officer is available for appointments at the Monroe Campus twice a month. If you would like to make an appointment, please call 608-328-1660 or e-mail at btcfinaid@blackhawk.edu.

WINGSPAN
Wingspan provides support services to students who are displaced homemakers and students enrolled in non-traditional occupation programs. Please contact Lynn Smith 608-757-7656  or e-mail at lsmith@blackhawk.edu