On or off campus, let’s get you connected.
We want our students living off campus to feel a sense of community when on campus. We also want you to feel prepared and supported in your off-campus experience and journey to independence. Explore housing, food, and financial resources, as well as community insights below.
Tips for Making Yourself at Home on Campus
The Commuter Lounge on the ground floor of CCM offers a place to put your feet up and day-use lockers. Here are some additional helpful tips!
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Find your favorite study spaces
- CCM, Commuter Lounge
- Reserve a library study room
- SMART Space on the 2nd floor of Miller Information Commons
- Ireland computer lab
Studying at home? Every student has access to a 24-hour online tutoring program: Brainfuse.
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Technology on campus
1. Computers, Printers, Scanners and & Other Tech Services are available for day use through the library. Inquire at the front desk.
2. Get instructions on how to print using Papercut. Printers are available at the following locations:
- CCM Commuter Lounge
- CCM, 4th Floor Lab
- Miller Information Commons (Library) 1st and 2nd floors – no color printing
- Metz Barn
- Fireside SGA printer – all are welcome!
- Lakeside 1st floor Emergent Media Center
- Freeman 200 (Social Sciences)
3. Computer Lab Locations:
- CCM 001, 222, 224, 232, 233, 201 Fishbowl
- Foster 104
- Joyce 101, 201, 211
- Miller Information Commons (Library) 2nd and 3rd floor, and MIC 308
4. Mac Lab Locations for Digital Media:
- Foster 101 (Film)
- Joyce 210 (ITS)
- Ireland 012 (Audio)
- Ireland 014 (Broadcast)
- Ireland 015 (Open Lab)
- CCM 426 (Graphic Design)
- Metz Barn (Graphic Design)
4. Contact ChampSupport or visit them in Rowell Annex to request IT support.
5. Complete the Technology Access form if you are a student who does not have a functioning computer or laptop or you need assistance accessing technology or software needed to complete your coursework.
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Eating while on campus
- The Dining Hall in the IDX Student Life Center offers Commuter Meal Plans so you can swipe your student ID to enjoy a meal. They also accept debit or credit cards if you want to purchase an occasional meal.
- EATS dining space in CCM sells meals and offers a great place with beautiful lake views.
- City Market, our local community grocery store located at 82 S. Winooski Ave in 足彩胜负14场, is a 10 minute walk from campus.
Refrigerators & microwaves are available for use in:
- The Office of Diversity & Inclusion in the IDX Student Life Center (refrigerator and microwave)
- School of Social Innovation Office, Freeman Hall 200 (microwave and mini-fridge available in the mail/copier room)
- Counseling Center, Skiff Hall (fridge)
- Lakeside Cantina, 1st floor, Lakeside Building (microwave and fridge)
- Campus Store, 1st floor, CCM (microwave)
- Chauncey¡¯s Cupboard is Champlain’s Food Pantry, located in the S.D. Ireland Building, Room 010. Check out our walk-in hours. (microwave)
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Connect with what’s happening around campus
Check The View online or look for the Stall Street Journal in campus bathrooms for weekly event and activity announcements like free yoga classes, intramural basketball, and much more.
The Fitness Center is available to all students for free. Review the hours and class listings. The Fitness Center also offers a locker room with showers.
Check out our student actives, organizations and clubs on campus!
On-Campus Student Support Resources
The Counseling Center offers a variety of services and resources in Skiff Hall. Schedule an appointment or contact our 24/7 on-call counselor.
The Student Health Center is available to all degree-seeking students taking classes on campus. Get in contact with a health provider today!
The Office of Accessibility assists qualified students with academic and housing accommodations, as well as requests for assistance animals.
Basic Needs Assistance
Students are encouraged to complete our Basic Needs Assistance Request form to access support with food, housing, textbooks, technology access, financial emergencies, and any other basic needs related assistance.
Take advantage of food and hygiene products at Champlain¡¯s food pantry, open to all students and employees.
We¡¯ve put together lists of Champlain and Vermont resources for parenting and caregiving students living off campus. Many of these resources are applicable to commuter and off-campus students as well.
Keep Your Address Updated!
Update your address each academic year so you do not miss important outreach from Champlain. Contact?compass@champlain.edu?for support with updating your address.
This enables us to know where our students are living so we can support you if there are neighborhood issues, or if there is a college or regional emergency.
Transportation & Parking
Transportation at Champlain
Get details about ways to bike, bus, shuttle, walk, and ride share around campus and Vermont. Explore the CarShare Vermont program, CATMA benefits, and long-distance travel options.
Parking at Champlain
Read our Parking overview, including information about the ParkMobile app, an official campus parking map, a list of top 10 things to know about parking, and more.
Shuttle Tracker
Use the shuttle tracker to see where Champlain’s shuttle buses are and when they’ll be arriving at a stop near you.
City of 足彩胜负14场 Parking
Stay up to date on the latest information regarding parking from the City of 足彩胜负14场, including parking ban alerts.
Emergency Closures
Visit New England 511 for traffic and road condition updates and be sure to sign up for RAVE alerts from Champlain College.
Vermont Community Resources
Champlain has a number of great resources, but the support doesn¡¯t stop there. Various organizations and partners in the Vermont community can provide even further assistance, especially when it comes to finding off-campus housing and emergency financial assistance.
Your one-stop-shop:?Vermont 211?provides information about hundreds of important community resources. Just dial?211.
Emergency Financial Assistance
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Champlain Student Emergency Fund
Champlain College understands that students facing financial hardship may interrupt their focus on academic goals. We’re here to help! Fill out this form.
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VSAC¡¯s Educational Opportunity Center (EOC)
VSAC Outreach supports adult learners in accessing college and career training services.
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NEFCU Financial Education
Find resources, events, and tools to help grow your confidence as you manage your money.
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CVOEO Financial Futures Program Resource Guide
This is a comprehensive guide of community-based resources.