• Meet with the professor to discuss plans for each test. 
• Sign up for each test at least seven days before the test. After this deadline, an appointment is not guaranteed. 
• Sign up for a time slot that coincides with the time that the class is taking the test, unless this interferes with another time. In this case, choose an alternative time that is close to the scheduled testing time, and confirm with the professor that this is acceptable. 
• Email the Universal Testing Center as soon as possible, copying the instructor, if it’s necessary to change or cancel an appointment. 
• Keep and be punctual for each appointment.  
• Maintain academic integrity. 
• Monitor and manage remaining time during tests; the Universal Testing Center cannot issue notices at different intervals. (Each testing space has a visible clock.) 
• Adhere to the professors’ instructions and all Universal Testing Center rules. 
• Raise any concerns (about allotted testing time, allowed materials, etc.) immediately/before leaving the Universal Testing Center. 
• Stop the test at the designated time. 

Limit personal belongings. All bags and other personal belongings must be stowed on the rack at the universal testing center's front desk. All phones, watches, fitness trackers or other internet-connected devices must be turned off and stowed on the rack. No billed hats may be worn during the test. Improper use of any personal belongings will be documented by staff and reported to the relevant exam stakeholders.

Verify approved test taking materials. Unless specifically allowed by the instructor, no notes, calculators, scratch paper or other materials will be permitted during the exam. Students must provide any allowed materials except for scratch paper, which will be provided by the Testing Center and collected at the end of the exam.

Bring GVSU ID. You are required to present your GVSU ID at check-in and check-out. You will not be permitted entry without your own ID. Use of someone else’s ID is strictly prohibited.

Arrive a few minutes early. Upon arrival, enter the lobby and register at the check-in station with your valid GVSU ID.

Locate your seat. Locate your assigned workstation.

Notify staff quickly of technical issues. Staff may be able to troubleshoot certain technical issues or move the student to a different workstation. If needed, staff will document issues to assist instructors in the rescheduling of an exam. It is the instructor’s discretion whether to reschedule an exam or reset an exam attempt.

Staff support. Testing Center staff may issue notifications regarding testing updates, procedures, permitted materials, etc. 

Proctoring. Proctors may monitor the testing space and document any technical issues. Staff can assist students with technical issues accessing the exam, and if needed, help confirm the successful submission of the exam.

Bathroom breaks. One bathroom is available in the lobby. Please notify staff if a bathroom break is needed so they can verify the bathroom is available. Remember, any time spent away from the test is time not spent on the test.