Course: 2022SP - New Student Orientation | WPU Moodle

  • General

    • WPU New Student Orientation

    • Welcome to the next step in orientation at WPU!  See the schedule below for some important informational sessions! You will also see a lot of helpful information from campus partners on this site.  This site will remain visiable for you to reference throughout your WPU Career.


      1. For any IT needs or trouble logging in, please contact helpdesk@peace.edu.

      2. Moodle

      There are a few ways to access Moodle. One is www.peace.edu - Menu - Quick Links (toward the bottom) - Moodle. Another is to type lms.peace.edu directly into your browse and bookmark the link. You will need to login with your WPU username and password. 

      You can also download the Moodle app on your phone, although you might not have all the functionality on the app that you do accessing Moodle from your internet browser. 

      On Moodle, you should see your fall courses here on the main page. You will use Moodle to view and submit assignments, class resources, discussion boards, etc. You should also check Moodle regularly to keep track of your grades in each course. 

      3. Self-Service

      Updating your emergency contact information: 

      It is important that we have accurate information to reach you as a WPU student and to have accurate information to contact your family should there be an emergency. You will be required to update this information every year. If you don’t confirm this information each year, it will prevent course registration.

      • Go to www.peace.edu and click on the Menu. Click “Quick Links” and then “MyPacerNet.”  Sign in using your WPU username and password. 

      • Click "Launch Self-Service" in the upper left corner. Then click "Access Self-Service". Click on the person icon in the upper right corner of your screen. Confirm your information in two places: User Profile (confirm address, email address, and phone number) and Emergency Contact Information (click “Add New Contact” and then Confirm).

      Course Schedule: 

      From the Self-Service home screen, click “Student Planning” to see your course schedule. “Plan and Schedule” is where you can see the calendar view. You can also add and drop classes here. To browse courses, click on the graduation hat on the left menu and then “Course Catalog.” 

      Other things to see in Self-Service: 

      End of semester grades, progress toward degree, current course offerings. 

      4. WPUConnect

      • On your Moodle page,  right click on the link for "Access WPUConnect" in the upper right corner (right click to open it in a new tab) 

      • From the WPUConnect main page, do the following:

        • Go to the drop-down menu in the upper left corner of the main page. Click on the arrow next to your name, then on "Profile". Confirm your profile information. 

          • Note that the photo will be your student ID photo and cannot be changed. 

        • Set your appointment reminder preferences. We recommend at least setting a reminder email to go out the day before your appointment.  

      • Choose "My Success Network" from the drop-down menu in upper left corner, and view your instructors, advisors, and other faculty and staff who can support you. You can schedule appointments with most of these people by clicking on their profile. 

        • If you scroll down, you’ll see more Services. Here is where you can find information about other offices and make other appointments like Career Design. 

      • Then, choose "Courses" from the same drop-down menu in the upper left corner. Here you should see your course and instructor info. It will also link to Tutorial Services for each course where you can easily schedule tutoring and/or writing appointments.

      • Your main WPUConnect page will also show you kudos and/or flags, indicating progress in your classes. Pay attention to these! 

      • Click on the menu button by your name and Logout. 

      5. Student Email and GSuite Apps

      Access your student email from www.peace.edu, Quick Links, and Student Email. 

      If you have not already done so, download the GMail app to your phone. It is important to be able to access your WPU email on your phone! Login using your WPU username and password. 

      • If you have a personal GMail account already logged in, you may need to log out and add this account. 

      • You can also access email and other GSuite sites on MyPacerNet 

      • If you have a personal laptop, I suggest bookmarking gmail directly to your internet browser

      You can also download Google apps like Google Drive, Google Docs, Google Sheets, etc. 

      6. EllucianGO

      If you have not already done so, download the EllucianGO App to your phone from the app store. 

      • Once downloaded, select William Peace University. Click on the lock button to sign in with your WPU username and password. 

      • Here you will find your class schedule, grades, a link to WPUConnect, info on your Pacer Card, a campus map, a link to reset your password, and more! 

      7. WiFi 

      For WiFi instructions, go back to MyPacerNet (www.peace.edu and Quick Links from the menu). 

      • Under Campus Links on the right, visit “WiFi setup” and follow the instructions on the page. 

      8. Faculty/Staff Directory

      There may be a time where you need to search for a faculty or staff member in our directory. Here you can see email, phone number, and office location. This is a great resource to consult!  https://www.peace.edu/about/directory/ 

      9. Library Login

      From www.peace.edu, go to Menu in the top left. Then click on “Quick Links” at the bottom and then Library Login. Here you find access to tons of digital resources which will be helpful for many classes! 



    • Video: Savor the Flavor All Year Long: Overview of Campus Dining
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    • Meet the Center for Student Success Staff:
      (located on the 2nd floor of the Finch Library)

      Academic & Career Advising
      Kasha Klinegores
           Director of Academic & Career Advising, Rm 203
           kmklinegores@peace.edu
      Jennifer Anderson
           Assistant Director of Academic & Career Advising, Rm 208
           jaanderson@peace.edu
      Sean Smith
           Academic & Career Advisor, Rm 207
           scsmith2@peace.edu

      First Year Retention
      Dawn Dillon
           Director of Retention & First Year, Rm 203
           ddillon@peace.edu

      Tutoring & Academic Support
      Dr. Deanna Rogers
           Director of Academic Support, Rm 202
           drrogers@peace.edu

    • Video: The Top Twelve Things You Need to Know About the Center for Student Success
    • Academic Advising Information and Resources
    • Note about schedules: 

      You should have received an email with instructions on how to sign up for an appointment for advising. All new students should have a course schedule after meeting with Jennifer Anderson or Kasha Klinegores for advising. If you are unsure or do not yet have a schedule by orientation day, please email advising@peace.edu. 

    • This document lists all requirements (and choices!) that you have with "LibEd"

    • This link provides information on majors/minors available, including sample four year plans.  These plans allow you to see how your major, Lib Ed courses, and general electives come together on a path to graduation! It is important to note that these are only samples, and your actual course schedule can and will differ. 

      Note: If you are a transfer student, it's possible you may already have transfer credit for many classes on this sheet. There is a checkbox to the right of each course that you can check to keep track of what's left! Your plan would obviously differ from this one and would not take 4 years if you have significant transfer credit to apply. You can always talk with your advisor about a graduation estimate. 


    • This document gives you an idea of things you can do each year, starting in your first year of college, to prepare for your future career! As a transfer student, you may have already started on some of these. If not, talk with Career Design Center staff on how to get started from whatever point you are joining us in your career development journey!

    • This document includes major and career information for various academic programs at WPU. 

    • Meet Leah Young, Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at WPU

    • Video: Introduction to Pacer Living

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    • Video: Commuting to WPU and Community (for students not living on campus)

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    • Video: Student Conduct and Accountability 

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    • Do I Need a Laptop? 

      You are welcome to bring your own laptop to WPU, although it is not required. Most students enjoy having a personal laptop to use with the ability to be mobile with their schoolwork. However, there are computer labs on campus available for student use, as well as a program to check out Chromebooks and other technology through the Center for Immersive Learning and the library. 

      If you do plan on purchasing a laptop for use at WPU, we recommend they meet the following minimum standards: 

      FOR WINDOWS MACHINES
      * Windows 10
      * Intel Core I5  (6th generation or newer) or Equivalent
      * 8 GB RAM
      * 500 GB Hard Drive
      * 802.11ac 2.4/5 GHz wireless adapter
      * Internal web camera
      * Internal or external speakers

      FOR MACS
      * MacOS 10.13 or better
      * 8 GB Ram
      * 500 GB Hard Drive
      * 802.11 ac 2.4/5 GHz wireless adapter
      * Internal web camera
      * Internal or external speakers

    • Discounts on Computers and Software

      Dell Computers: WPU Students are eligible for discounts from Dell.  To claim your discount, go to http://www.dell.com/wpeaceu and use Member ID US11576446.

      Apple Products: WPU Students are eligible for discounts from Apple on all product lines.  To claim your discount go to http://store.apple.com/us-hed/findyourschool.

      Other Software: In addition to the hardware products listed above, WPU Students are eligible for discounts on a number of software packages, including WIndows 10, SPSS, Norton Security, and more.  To clain your discounts, go to http://e5.onthehub.com/WebStore/Welcome.aspx?ws=65d95735-7866-e211-a88c-f04da23e67f4

    • Microsoft Office 365

      Students are eligible for FREE Microsoft Office software, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Sharepoint, and more. You may download the software on up to 5 devices, which include home computers, laptops, phones, and tablets. To download the software, go to https://www.office.com/ and click on the Sign In button.  Enter your WPU email address in the ID box, and you'll be taken to the WPU Sign-In Page.  Once there, enter your password and click on the Sign-In button.  Finally, click on the Install Office button to download the software to your computer.

      Please note:  If you get an error message saying that you do not have an assigned license, please immediately email helpdesk@peace.edu so that we can fix that issue for you.

    • Contact Us

      Having trouble logging into your account, or need other technology help? The best way to reach us is to email helpdesk@peace.edu! 

    • Video: Introduction to Wellness @ WPU

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    • How to upload your medical records to Magnus Health:

      *Please note: Magnus Health will not accept any mailed in medical records

      1. Please check your WPU email and search for a “Welcome Email” from Magnus Health

      1. Create an account through Magnus Health

      2. Complete the Vital Health Record and submit for approval 

      3. Upload the following in two different locations

        1. Immunization CheckList with a copy of ALL childhood Immunizations (Immunization section)

        2. Physical 3 pages to be done within 1 year of admission (Physical Section)

        3. Upload: By saving documents to your desktop or taking a picture using your phone you can then choose this file to upload into the Magnus Health Portal

        4. If you’re unable to upload the documents. Please print out immunization records and physical, along with the cover page.

          1. Fax Number: 877-447-9530

      4. Make sure all the red X’s turn into green check marks 


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