Advising Update COVID-19

Suzanne Duncan advises the following programs:

• Automotive Technology
• Business Administration with last name A-M
• Electric Power and Distribution
• Information and Networking Technology
• Pre-Medical Laboratory Technology
• Pre-Practical Nursing
• Pre-Associate Degree of Nursing with last name A-M

Tyler Stoldt advises the following programs:​

• Business Administration with last name N-Z
• Construction Technology
• Air Conditioning and Refrigeration
• Pre-Practical Nursing and Pre-Associate Degree of Nursing with last name N-Z
• Welding

• Advising Appointments will occur virtually through Microsoft Teams.
• To schedule an advising appointment, visit our online scheduler.

Online Scheduler 

Once your appointment has been confirmed, you will receive an email confirmation.  To cancel or reschedule your appointment, simply go to that email and follow the appropriate link.

• Please join the meeting at your scheduled appointment time. If you are late to join, our advisors may not be able to accommodate an extension to the meeting time.
• Please be prepared and dressed as though you are attending an in-person meeting. 
• As we will most likely be going over your academic record, we strongly recommend that you use a desktop/laptop with a stable internet connection in a quiet area to ensure safety and security.
• It is your responsibility to make sure you are in an environment that complies with all Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) rules and regulations. That is, if you do not want anyone to be able to overhear your personal information. If you are in a public space, it may be a good idea to utilize headphones, so your information stays private. Requesting a Teams meeting is your acknowledgment of the FERPA rules and regulations.
• If you choose to use your phone, please do not do so while driving. Our advisors reserve the right to end the meeting if this occurs.

We recognize that you may not have access to internet at your home.

The Keep Americans Connected Pledge, through the Federal Communication Commission, has received support from several internet service providers who have made special accommodations due to the COVID-19 pandemic.  

Here is a list of several companies that are temporarily providing internet services at a free or reduced rate to students.  Please keep in mind that we are providing this list as a resource to you, and we do not endorse any of the following companies.  Also, there may be other providers that are not on this list, as it is not an exhaustive list. 

• You may schedule a follow-up appointment on the Advising Scheduler.
• Please make sure to be selective and prioritize your questions before your meeting, so that you can make the most of your appointment.

Your advisor may have been meeting with another student directly prior to your scheduled appointment.  Also, there could be technical issues occurring.  Please be patient and allow time for your advisor to initiate the scheduled Teams meeting.  You can also email your advisor to check on the status of your meeting.

• Enrollment for the Summer semester is now open.  Enrollment for the Fall semester will be opening shortly.  All summer courses have moved to an online format.
• Enrollment Dates and Deadlines have not changed.  Please refer to the Enrollment Calendar for withdrawal deadlines. 

As a Manhattan Tech student, you have access to several of the applications available via Microsoft including Teams. If you choose this method to conduct an appointment with an academic advisor, here are the things you'll need to know:

You MUST access Teams from your Manhattan Tech Microsoft account. Advisors will not conduct virtual appointments using any other software.

Microsoft Teams can be accessed via two methods: 

1. Web Version:

• Go to this link online: https://teams.microsoft.com.
• Sign in with your Manhattan Tech username (@matc.net) and password

2. Desktop Version:

• Download and install the desktop version on your computer or laptop using your Manhattan Tech email and password (your computer or laptop will need a webcam for this option to work).
• Download the Microsoft Teams app on your tablet or smartphone and log in using your Manhattan Tech email and password (or search your platform's app store). Please note that this may limit your interaction capabilities during your appointment: Download Microsoft Teams for iOS (Apple) or Download Microsoft Teams for Android/(Google).

If you need assistance refer to the Microsoft Support Link.

You are not able to enroll yourself in courses.  To enroll, you will either need to meet with your academic advisor through a virtual appointment or email your advisor.