Video Tutorial Series

Center for Academic Excellence

Our advising team created these short tutorial videos to walk you through the tools you'll use most at Truman. Each video breaks things down step-by-step so you can feel confident navigating them throughout your academic journey. Have an idea for another video we should add? Click the link below to email the Center for Academic Excellence and share your suggestions!

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Navigating Resources

Get to know the essential tools you'll use as a student and feel confident navigating your academic information and campus support systems.

Navigating Resources

Navigating TruView

TruView is your student dashboard — your home base for everything Truman. This video shows you how to navigate TruView and find the key tools and info you’ll use throughout your time here.

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Navigating Resources

Your Academic Profile

Your Academic Profile gives you a complete snapshot of your academic journey, all in one place. Learn how to access your information and use this tool to stay on track — and how your advisor uses it to support you too.

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Navigating Resources

The University Catalog

Think of the University Catalog as your academic roadmap. It includes major requirements, course descriptions, and university policies. This tutorial shows you how to use the catalog to plan confidently and explore your options.

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Navigating Resources

WC Online

WC Online lets you schedule tutoring through the CAE, book Writing Center consultations, or connect with Communication Lab tutors. This video walks you through how to find support and book appointments with ease.

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Registration Planning

Learn how to explore courses, build a schedule, and register with confidence — step-by-step, so you’re ready when registration opens.

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Searching the Open Course List

Want to explore course options for this semester — or plan ahead for future ones? This tutorial shows you how to search the Open Course List like a pro using the Advanced Search feature.

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Using "Plan Ahead"

Plan Ahead helps you build draft class schedules before registration opens. Learn how to create multiple schedule options so you have backup plans ready to go — and feel prepared and empowered on registration day.

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Reviewing Your Registration Status

Before you register, you’ll want to make sure you’re cleared and ready. This video shows you how to check for holds, confirm advisor clearance, and find your exact registration time so nothing catches you off guard.

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Registering for Classes

Registering doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. This walkthrough gives you a step-by-step look at the process, plus tips to solve common issues and how to drop or swap classes if your plan changes.

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