Office of Student Engagement
The Office of Student Engagement (OSE) provides social, educational, leadership, recreational and service activities that promote student learning, growth, wellness, and belonging. Through a variety of free or low-cost activities and events on and off campus.
In addition, OSE coordinates:
- Student leadership workshops and opportunities
- Club sports and recreational activities
- Student activities and events
- Student-led clubs and organizations
Getting involved in student clubs and organizations is an exciting way for students to meet peers, develop leadership skills, and enhance classroom experiences. Students who do not find an on-campus club that meets their interests are welcome to work with the OSE to start a new club.
Student Engagement also oversees the student lounges located at the Parham Road and Downtown Campuses, and the Reynolds Gymnasium at Parham Road.
► More at Reynolds.edu: Student Engagement
► Contact Office of Student Engagement, 804-523-5983, or 804-523-5082
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Student Support Services
Student Support Services connects students to campus and community resources.
Services include:
Reynolds Food Pantry
Available to any currently enrolled student
TimelyCare
Free telehealth service available 24/7 for mental health support
Great Expectations
Support program for former or current foster care youth
Emergency Financial Assistance
Emergency loans and grants
CommonHelp Application
Assistance completing application for benefits such as SNAP, Medicaid and WIC
Advice
for dealing with off-campus issues including housing and transportation concerns
Student Support Services provides an easy-to-use benefits screener, Single Stop, to determine eligibility for potential benefits and to pair students with a caseworker. Together, the student and caseworker can explore Reynolds and community resources to address food insecurity, housing concerns, transportation and more. Complete the Single Stop screener to begin: app.singlestop.org/vccs/reynoldscc
► More at Reynolds.edu: Student Support Services
► Contact studentsupport@reynolds.edu, 804-523-5005, or visit a campus location
► Visit Downtown Campus, The 105
► Visit Parham Road Campus, Georgiadis Hall, Room 200
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Campus Stores
Campus stores are located on the Downtown and Parham Road Campuses.
Students have the option to purchase new textbooks, used textbooks, rental textbooks, digital textbooks, supplies, Reynolds logo clothing and gifts, and more. Cash, personal checks, major credit cards and Follett gift cards are accepted.
Students receiving financial aid may only charge textbooks and supplies to their financial aid awards. Authorized agency charge accounts may be maintained for students who are financially supported by recognized state, federal, or private institutions. Students may charge to their financial aid or third-party account during specific charge dates during each semester. Check the Reynolds Academic Calendar for dates pertaining to a specific semester.
Textbooks are stocked by course identification and section number (e.g., BUS 100 81PR).
Refund Policies
- All refunds issued in the original form of payment
- Original receipts required for refund or exchange
- Textbooks must be in original condition
- No refunds on unwrapped loose-leaf books or access codes
Refund Schedule
- Full refund for textbook returns during first week of classes
- Proof of schedule change required for full refund through last day to drop with a refund*
- *Exception: summer semester
Textbook Buybacks
- Textbooks in good condition may be sold back to the campus stores at any time except during the financial aid period
- Students can receive up to 50% of the original purchasing price until limits are reached during the week of finals
- Valid Reynolds student ID is required
► More at Reynolds.edu: Downtown Campus Bookstore, 804-786-8580
► More at Reynolds.edu: Parham Campus Bookstore, 804-371-3266
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New Student Orientation
The power to SOAR (Student Orientation, Advising, and Registration) begins at Reynolds with sessions available in a variety of formats.
SOAR creates opportunities for new students to:
- Learn how to use MyReynolds and Navigate accounts
- Speak with a financial aid representative
- Meet with an advisor to discuss goals and available programs
- Create a class schedule for the upcoming term
- Discover student success resources like free services including tutoring, student accommodations, and campus activities
Research shows that students who participate in SOAR before their first semester have an easier transition into college, higher first-semester grade point averages, are more likely to continue in their education.
SOAR sessions require advanced registration.
► Contact soar@reynolds.edu, 804-523-5155
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Phi Theta Kappa
Phi Theta Kappa is an international honor society for two-year colleges. The purpose of Phi Theta Kappa shall be to recognize and encourage scholarship among two-year college students.
To achieve this purpose, Phi Theta Kappa provides opportunities for:
- Development of leadership and service
- Intellectual climate for exchange of ideas and ideals
- Lively fellowship for scholars
- Stimulation of interest in continuing academic excellence
Students who have completed a certain number of credit hours and achieved a minimum GPA are invited to join several times a year.
► More at Reynolds.edu: Phi Theta Kappa
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