Get Ready for Classes
GET READY FOR CLASSES
Complete Hazing Prevention Training:
The Ohio legislature and Governor Mike DeWine passed Ohio Anti-Hazing Law, “Collin’s Law.” Collin’s Law requires Ohio institutes of higher education to implement an Anti-Hazing policy that includes required training and prevention measures for students, employees, and volunteers. This training is required of all students, regardless of age, level, or academic program. By law, it is also required before students can participate in anything on campus including clubs, organizations, music groups (even academic), ROTC, athletics, etc.
The Anti-Hazing Policy and required training can be found on the Dean of Students Office website.
Canvas:
Xavier uses Canvas, which is very student friendly, as its online course management system. Once you register for the first course you will have access to Canvas. Access Canvas through the Student Hub or by navigating to https://canvas.xavier.edu. Use your Xavier username and password to login.
For more information on getting started with Canvas, please visit Xavier's Student Introduction to Canvas.
For more information on online learning in Canvas, please visit Xavier's Orientation for Online Students.
Technology Support:
Help for technology issues can be accessed through Xavier's Help Desk (513-745-HELP) or the options listed on the Help Desk website. Below are their office hours:
August 22 - December 16
- Mon - Thurs: 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
- Fri: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Sat - Sun: 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
For issues related to Canvas, access help within Canvas by clicking on Help in the bottom left-hand corner of your course page. You'll see listed access to online guides, tutorials and live chat. You can also call Canvas 24/7 at 855-778-9967.
As a Xavier student, you also have access to Microsoft Office 365 free with your Xavier credentials.
For more information on technology for students, please visit our Quick Links for Technology webpage.
Course Materials:
The Xavier Bookstore is located online, as well as in Gallagher Student Center, to make textbook ordering simple and convenient. Simply enter in your banner ID or search by the courses in which you are enrolled. If you are uncertain of the textbook(s) required, please e-mail the instructor of the course for clarification.
The Xavier One Pass:
The Xavier One Pass is the virtual ID for students, faculty and staff. Using an Apple or Android mobile device students have access to both their X-Cash and Dining Dollar balances. By simply holding their device up to the mobile ID readers students have access to campus buildings, events, retail and residential dining options. You should plan to set up your One Pass during your first week of classes. To obtain a physical ALL card visit the Musketeer Mezzanine in Justice Hall. More information can be found on the ALL Card Center website.
Parking:
A valid permit is required for all vehicles parked on campus. More information regarding permit pricing, available parking locations, and related policies can be found on the Parking Services website.
Purchase your parking permit online - Xavier username and password required. You must be enrolled in courses.
Navigating Campus:
We highly recommend signing up for our XU Alert Me. Providing a safe and secure environment for our students, faculty
Xavier's campus is easily navigable, but as with any new adventure, it may take you a few days to get comfortable and find your way around.The resources below will help:
Building names and abbreviations
Dining On Campus:
There are numerous on-campus dining options for graduate students, many with extended hours to accommodate evening and weekend classes. On-campus locations include the Gallagher Student Center, Justice Hall, the Conaton Learning Commons and Smith Hall. University Station, located immediately adjacent to Xavier's campus along Montgomery Road and Dana Avenue, has numerous dining options as well.
Health United Building:
As part of a unique affiliation between Xavier University and TriHealth, the Health United Building (HUB) is a state-of-the-art campus facility that celebrates health and wellness as an expression of Xavier’s Jesuit Catholic educational mission and foundational value of care of the whole person ( cura personalis).
The building encompasses all health-related elements of a Xavier students' experience, including a recreational center, a comprehensive primary care clinic and a mental health center with counseling rooms, a pharmacy and wellness coordinators.
It is also home to five of Xavier’s academic departments Occupational Therapy, Health Services Administration, Department of Sport Science & Management, Population Health and the College of Nursing.
