Description: This article outlines the basic information you need to know as a new student.
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FAQs for New Students

Account Management

• Each student is assigned a single form of identification used to log into sites and services supported by LCC.
  • L number-based logins:
    • ExpressLane 
    • Moodle 
    • WiFi
    • Classroom/Lab computers
    • Titan Print
  • Google Workspace (LastnameFirstinitial@my.lanecc.edu)
• Passwords for all these services are linked to your ExpressLane account, so changing your ExpressLane password will change the password on all of these accounts.
• If you forget your password:
  
  • Reset your ExpressLane password via security questions
  • Reset your ExpressLane password via email

ExpressLane

• ExpressLane is Lane Community College's student portal. 
• ExpressLane can be used to:
  • Register for classes
  • Pay your bill
  • Update your contact information
  • View and order transcripts
  • View your final grades
  • Dropping classes
  • View and make changes to your class schedule
• First time logging in to ExpressLane? Here's what to do

Moodle

• Moodle is the learning management system (LMS) supported by Lane Community College.
• Moodle can be be used to:
  • Take the New Student Academic Advising Session Online (No L Number/Password required, you must log in as a guest)
  • Interact with your instructor and classmates
  • Take part in forums
  • Submit Assignments
  • Take Quizzes
  • View your grades
• Have more questions? Check out the Moodle FAQ or take the Moodle Basics for Students course
• Not sure if Moodle will work for you? Check out the Moodle User Requirements
• NOTE: Access to Moodle will not be granted until the beginning of the first term you are registered for courses

Google Workspace

• Google Workspace is Lane Community College's student email. You can learn how to claim Google Workspace here and how to log in here
• With Google Workspace, you can now access:
  
  • Gmail - Student email that all school-related emails will be sent to.
  • Google Drive - Cloud software where you can store all your files in one convenient, easily accessible place.
  • Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides - Google's Microsoft Office alternative that stores your work in Google Drive. 
• Have more questions? Check out the Google Workspace FAQ or the Google Workspace Support Page

Calendars & Dates

• Keeping track of dates is important for you.
  • Academic Calendar
  • Events Calendars
  • Schedule Change and Grading Deadlines
  • Course calendar in Moodle
  • Create reminders for yourself in Google Calendar

Wifi and Labs

• You can connect to the LCC wifi from your phone or personal device
• You can use the Computer Labs on campus

Support

• For more resources, check out the Student Support Resources here
  • We have free tutoring available online, check it out here or stop by the Tutor Central
  • For extra help and accommodations, check out the Center for Accessible Resources, the Counseling Department, or the TRiO Learning Center

• Help is available!
  • The Student Help Desk: One-stop support - We will help answer any question you may have so please contact us! 
  • Help.lanecc.edu: our Online Help Desk
    • Search through the articles or submit a ticket

 For further help contact:
           Student Help Desk
           SHeD@lanecc.edu
           (541) 463-3333