LBCC buildings are currently closed to the public and the general student body.
Most instruction is continuing via alternative and remote modalities.
LBCC buildings are currently closed to the public and the general student body.
Most instruction is continuing via alternative and remote modalities.
Community Education classes do not have to run on the same term schedule as credit courses. For the most current information, please see our COVID-19 Extended Learning update.
Adult Basic Skills will continue but will use a remote model wherever possible.
Each academic department will determine which courses and programs will remain online, and which courses and programs can safely be offered face-to-face for students. When you register, you will find a mix of both delivery methods at LBCC, according to each particular course and/or program.
With guidance from Governor Kate Brown, LBCC has switched from state-wide coordination to developing a focused plan with our local health authorities. This gives us more flexibility to offer a schedule that both protects the health and safety of our students and instructors, keeps you on track toward your goals.
As decisions about individual courses and programs are made, we will reflect those changes in the schedule, so you can choose your path accordingly. We will also let you know when students can be allowed back on campus, and under what circumstances and safety guidelines.
Please reach out to your advisor should you need help. We are here for you.
For general questions about the closure status or anything else, please call or email us! We are available Monday through Friday, 7:30 am - 5:30 pm via email: contact@linnbenton.edu.
Use our campus Single Stop tool to find resources that can connect you to housing help, transportation, healthcare and other basic needs. This is how:
Information about how to access SNAP, Meals on Wheels, food pantries and other food assistance is being updated daily at Partners for a Hunger-Free Oregon.
Free breakfast and lunch are available to all children age 1-18 every weekday at 13 different locations. Find times and locations.
FISH is also providing home food delivery of large Snacks for Packs for those in need. If you are experiencing food insecurity and are unable to pick up these meals, please contact FISH directly and let them know that the school district sent you. They are open Monday through Friday, and you may pick up food boxes at the FISH office. If you are interested in volunteering and/or donating, please contact FISH directly at (541) 928-4460.
Expensify.org is temporarily redirecting all of its charitable funds to fight hunger.
With its ability to reimburse volunteers directly in real-time, Expensify.org is uniquely positioned to help families in need immediately. Until today, this fund was focused on paying off kids' "lunch debts", but with schools closed around the nation, their new priority is to match SNAP grocery purchases up to $50 per family.
This is how it works:
The Oregon Department of Human Services (DHS) is issuing emergency SNAP supplements to many SNAP households to help buy food during the COVID-19 pandemic crisis. Read more.
YES! Oregonians can now use their EBT online to purchase food from Amazon and Walmart. Delivery fees are not covered by EBT, but during this time of social distancing this could help people avoid going into a store.
Read about the USDA Food and Nutrition Service's Online Purchasing Pilot.
On March 17, Oregon expanded childcare benefits to support families and providers during the spread of COVID-19. The changes are:
Providers and parents/caretakers may contact the DHS Direct Pay Unit with questions Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at 1-800-699-9074.
Pacific Power has temporarily suspended disconnections and late fees for nonpayment. Read more.
Many city offices that handle water bills and other city utilities are asking that customers contact them directly, as they understand that this is a difficult time for many, and they will be flexible in helping those whose income has been affected during this time.
Cities and states across the country are already suspending evictions and foreclosures in response to the spread of the coronavirus, and all evictions and foreclosures are suspended for 60 days. Read more.
Based on the current COVID conditions, the Campus Store will NOT open for the planned Jan 4-8 timeframe. We will serve students primarily online. We will allow students in the store by appointment only. Contact orders@linnbenton.edu
Our Central Point Pickup location can facilitate purchases through counter service
from 8:00am - 4:00pm.
LBCC faculty have been asked to deliver courses remotely whenever possible using Moodle, our learning management system, as well as Zoom, LBCC’s web-conference tool. Zoom allows you to have video meetings with instructors or support staff, share screens, and whiteboard. Zoom is already available to all students.
You can get started using Zoom by clicking here and logging in with your LBCC (Google) email address and password. This will create your Zoom account automatically. Your first use of Zoom will require a one-time download. The Zoom mobile app works similarly.
Your use of Zoom will usually come from a link provided by your instructor in regard to an online lecture, class meeting, office hours, etc. After the initial download, Zoom will launch automatically for you when you click a Zoom meeting link. The Zoom mobile app works similarly.
You may wish to read Zoom's tips for participating in online learning prior to your first use.
If you need help accessing these tools, please contact the Student Help Desk at 541-917-4630, email us at student.helpdesk@linnbenton.edu or visit the support website.
Moodle is LBCC’s Learning Management System. Each course at LBCC is assigned a Moodle “shell,” which is like an online home for your class. You can use Moodle to access course materials, view lectures, turn in assignments, and more. To learn how to access and use your Moodle account, watch this video.
If you need help accessing these tools, please contact the Student Help Desk at 541-917-4630, email us at student.helpdesk@linnbenton.edu or visit the support website.
Your instructor may also give you instructions on how to participate in the course using Google Docs or other online system. All of these can be accessed through a web browser rather than downloading software. Your instructors know that these technologies might be new to you and are eager to help you navigate them successfully. Please ask lots of questions to make sure you understand how to use any tool.
You will need internet access and a computer running an updated, currently supported operating system. Ideally, your computer needs to have a video camera, a microphone, speakers, and the ability to stream video to enable videoconferencing with Zoom. If you do not have a camera and/or microphone, you will still be able to access Moodle and Google Chat and you can still use Zoom with a computer and telephone.
If you do not have a computer or compatible device that you can use, please call the library at 541-917-4630 to learn about the options available to you.
You have several options:
If you are having trouble getting internet access at home, please email the library at libref@linnbenton.edu for assistance.
Yes! The Advising Center is available for remote appointments by Google chat or Zoom. You can email or chat at onlineac@linnbenton.edu to set up your appointment. You may also schedule an appointment online. If your advisor is a program faculty member, please send them an email with your request to meet.
Contact CFAR at cfar@linnbenton.edu or 541-917-4789 and they will work with you to answer your accommodation questions.
Your instructor of your course will notify you by email before the start of term to let you know the plan. If you are not familiar yet with Moodle, watch this video. If you have not yet heard from your instructor on the Friday prior to the start of term, please email us at contact@linnbenton.edu.
If you drop your classes before the end of the add/drop period, you will not be charged for your classes. We encourage you, however, to continue your enrollment if possible. Students who remain enrolled are more likely to complete their educational goals (plus, this is great “soft skills” training in being flexible and adaptable!). If you are considering dropping, please call, email, or Zoom the friendly folks at firstresort@linnbenton.edu. They will help you with the decision and ensure that you are set up for success now or in a future term.
The First Resort is our troubleshooting office — it’s their job to work with you on anything you are struggling with that you aren’t sure how to handle. They are available remotely via Google chat, email, and Zoom. Please email or chat at firstresort@linnbenton.edu to set up an appointment or visit their web page.
Yes! All library services are available remotely, including reference services / research help, technical assistance from the Student Help Desk, and interlibrary loan of journal articles. The library offers these services by phone, email, or Zoom. Don’t be shy — they are eager to be there for you as you navigate these challenging weeks. Please see the Library website for the current details on how to get in touch.
Access the Student Help Desk.
The Library is working with the Campus Store to offer pickups of books and other circulating materials at the Campus Store's loading dock on the Albany Campus. Place a hold on the resource from your library account, and you will receive an email with further instructions about the pickup times and location. If you would like assistance with this process, please contact the Reference Desk at (541) 917-4645 or libref@linnbenton.edu.
If you're able to make it to campus, and you've finished with the item, drop it in
the Library's book drop. No contact necessary. If you need some more time, you may
be able to renew the item online:
https://libcat.linnbenton.edu/eg/opac/login?redirect_to=%2Feg%2Fopac%2Fmyopac%2Fmain%3Flocg%3D8.
And if you have questions or extenuating circumstances, you can get in touch with
us at libcirc@linnbenton.edu.
Yes! The Learning Center staff are offering remote help either by appointment or drop-in via phone, Zoom, or Google chat! Don’t be shy — they are eager to be there for you as you navigate these challenging weeks. Please see the Learning Center website for the current details on how to get in touch.
On-campus events are still not permitted. This includes athletic events. For updated information on specific events, please check this list.
In-person meetings of student clubs and co-curriculars are postponed. Zoom video conferencing can be used to hold remote meetings, but no meetings may occur in person until further notice.
All LBCC-sponsored (employee and student) travel is suspended for the time being.
Social distancing could include things like:
LBCC will notify the college community as soon as we become aware of any positive COVID-19 cases in the LBCC community that are verified by the corresponding county health authority.
There are simple steps you can take to protect yourself and your family from COVID-19 as well as influenza and other illnesses:
It is also important to keep your body resilient:
You are not alone. This is a time of uncertainty and it can be hard to think about much else. We can’t expect that anxiety will go away, but it’s important that it doesn’t take over.
Here are some suggestions:
The Financial Aid and Veterans Office have moved to remote services. You can call the Financial Aid and Veterans Office Monday – Friday (8:30 A.M. – 4:00 P.M.) and leave a message at 541-917-4850. Because of the volume of calls, it may take up to 48 hours to receive a return call from a staff member.
You may also reach the Financial Aid Office Monday – Friday at faoffice@linnbenton.edu.
We appreciate your patience.
This schedule will be in place until further notice.
Your Award Notification will be awarded based upon full-time enrollment (12 or more
credits). However, if you are not enrolled at full-time status at the time of disbursement,
your financial aid will be adjusted based upon your actual enrollment.
Financial Aid is disbursed the 2nd week for each quarter - (Holidays and school closures
may change the date). If you are awarded AFTER the second week of the term, your
disbursement will be based upon your actual enrollment upon being awarded.
Students are encouraged to submit their paperwork through our Campus Logic system. Enter into the Campus Logic system through your WebRunner Account.
If you have other paperwork (Financial Aid Appeals, Revision Requests, DPP Declarations, etc.) for the financial aid office other than your 'outstanding requirements', please submit them through email to faoffice@linnbenton.edu.
If you have questions, please call 541-917-4850.
You can pay your bill online through Webrunner using debit/credit or savings/checking. You may also pay over the phone by calling the Business Office at (541) 917-4312. Online payment is strongly encouraged at this time to avoid a physical exchange of cash or check.
View the LBCC refund policy. Make sure to sign up for direct deposit on Webrunner so any refund due can be delivered to you electronically.