As a program participants, partners and students have access to an array of on-campus resources that can be used in the classroom.
From student support services, classroom tools and library resources, our program is dedicated to providing all the tools 1818 Program participants may need to thrive in our program. That includes tools and resources available to undergraduate students and faculty here at SLU.
SLU Electronic Systems and Access
The provides access to ³§³¢±«â€™s suite of software/systems available for faculty, staff and students. All 1818 Program participants will receive an email with directions on how to set up their MySLU portal when they register. Services available through the MySLU portal include:
- Canvas: Canvas is ³§³¢±«â€™s course management system. This system creates a course web page on faculty members can post syllabi, readings, assignments, videos, photos, etc. In Canvas you can also set up an electronic gradebook, create quizzes, etc.
- Google Workspace: SLU makes available to all faculty a full suite of Google applications, including Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides and Sites. Each has a separate icon on the mySLU.edu portal.
- Microsoft Office 365: SLU makes available to all faculty a full suite of Microsoft Office 265 applications, including Excel Online, OneDrive, PowerPoint, Teams and Word Online. Each has a separate icon on the mySLU.edu portal.
- Blue Course Evaluations: ³§³¢±«â€™s end-of-term course evaluation system is called Blue, from a company called Explorance. Via the Blue link on the myslu.edu portal, 1818 Program participants can access course evaluations per SLU policy. They will also receive emails each term providing them with links to the Blue system.
Student Success Center
³§³¢±«â€™s Student Success Center is a one-stop shop for student support. While physically located on our St. Louis campus, our Student Success Center can also provide support to 1818 students through video conferencing, phone and email. Information about the various services is provided below.
1818 Program students wishing to take advantage of Student Success Center services should first contact the 1818 Program Office, whose staff can best direct students to the most appropriate support.
Highly qualified peer tutors are available to guide students through the challenges of many of ³§³¢±«â€™s 1000- and 2000-level courses. Please contact 1881@slu.edu for more information.
University Writing Services (UWS) is committed to the improvement of student writing through one-on-one peer consultation, workshops, and writing groups. Students who wish to access UWS support should reach out to their teacher for the link to make the request.
All 1818 students have access to resources through ³§³¢±«â€™s Pius XII Memorial Library, including online database access. Information about online database access will be shared via the student’s initial email communication from SLU 1818.
Students should contact their 1818 instructor for information about library resources. 1818 instructors may contact Paige Chant, the 1818 library instructor coordinator, at paige.chant@slu.edu or visit the if you have questions about library resources.
³§³¢±«â€™s Center for Accessibility and Disability Resources (CADR) supports students’ educational experiences by helping them access academic accommodations and services. CADR coordinates aids and services to meet the needs of students with disabilities to create safe and supportive learning opportunities for everyone. They partner with students, faculty, academic departments, and service providers to facilitate equal access to and opportunity to participate in all University programs, services, and experiences.
For 1818 students, CADR can provide support in complex situations where accommodations might impact a student’s ability to fully engage in the course as a result of the disability.
Learn more about academic accommodations
All inquiries received by Disability Services about the availability of university-related accommodations are confidential. Students can contact CADR at 314-977-2372 or kendra.johnston@slu.edu.