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Smart Start

Smart Start Days are designed for students to take care of last-minute needs before the spring semester. Many services will be available, including financial aid, advising, bookstore, placement testing, laptop checkouts, IT helpdesk, student IDs, and campus tours.

Smart Start Dates: Jan. 6-11, 2025

  • 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Tuesday, Jan. 6-7
  • 8 a.m.-7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 8
  • 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 9
  • 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 10
  • 8 a.m.-noon Saturday, Jan. 11

There will be an Academic Coaching Workshop at 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 8, in the Student Success Center (room 2200).

Student with instructor on computer in registration area

Classes Start Soon... Are You Ready?

Drop by our Beloit-Janesville Campus between Jan. 6-11, where you can:

  • Review your schedule
  • Complete testing (sign up by calling (608) 757-7666)
  • Receive Blackboard assistance
  • Receive financial aid assistance
  • Learn about campus resources
  • Get your books & student ID
  • Tour campus
  • Borrow a laptop at the library help desk
  • School supply pick-up available in SSC #2200

New Student Program Orientation

If you are a new Blackhawk student, do not forget to attend a Mandatory Program Orientation on Wednesday, Jan. 7 or Thursday, Jan. 8.

View Orientation Schedule

Questions about Smart Start?

For more information about Smart Start, please call (608) 758-6900 or email info@blackhawk.edu.