Join us for our MARCH Webinar Wednesday Trainings (Yes, they are free!)

In alignment with our customers’ needs, Nelnet Partner Solutions continues to offer our Webinar Wednesday series. Delivered on a weekly basis, Webinar Wednesdays feature important training and topics of interest geared specifically toward school personnel. Sessions are offered Wednesdays at both 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. (Eastern).

Registration is required.

 Using NSLDS (March 2)

 This session is an introduction to NSLDS.  We will discuss access, security, enhancements, how the new loan servicers are reflected and what to expect in the future.  We’ll also look at how the FSA Exit Counseling site is linked to NSLDS and what benefits that provides for both the school and the borrower.

Date: Wednesday, March 2, 2011

Time: 11:00 am, Eastern Standard Time (New York, GMT-05:00) Session Number: 802 410 883

Date: Wednesday, March 2, 2011

Time: 2:00 pm, Eastern Standard Time (New York, GMT-05:00) Session Number: 808 295 682

Top Ten Compliance Issues Resulting From Audit and Program Review (March 9)

 In this session, find out what FSA has identified as the top ten compliance issues resulting from audits and program reviews.  You will be given examples of each as well as suggestions on how to prevent these issues on your campus.

Offered:  March 9, 2011

Date: Wednesday, March 9, 2011

Time: 11:00 am, Eastern Standard Time (New York, GMT-05:00) Session Number: 800 354 611

Date: Wednesday, March 9, 2011

Time: 2:00 pm, Eastern Standard Time (New York, GMT-05:00) Session Number: 809 105 640

Satisfactory Academic Progress Regulatory Update (March 16)

 This session will cover the changes made to Satisfactory Academic Progress regulations that go into effect July 1, 2011.  Join us to hear what’s new and what remains the same, and what your school might have to change in its SAP policy.  In particular, see how the frequency of SAP measurement impacts the rules your school must follow for new definitions of financial aid “warning” and “probation”.

Date: Wednesday, March 16, 2011

Time: 11:00 am, Eastern Daylight Time (New York, GMT-04:00) Session Number: 806 827 050

Date: Wednesday, March 16, 2011

Time: 2:00 pm, Eastern Daylight Time (New York, GMT-04:00) Session Number: 809 037 857

Understanding Federal Direct Consolidation Loans (March 23)

 This session is an introduction to Federal Consolidation Loans.  We will discuss benefits, eligibility, the current in-school consolidation option, and how consolidation impacts a school’s default rate.  We will also cover the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.  The session will conclude with some common FAQ’s associated with Direct Consolidation Loans. 

 Date: Wednesday, March 23, 2011

Time: 11:00 am, Eastern Daylight Time (New York, GMT-04:00) Session Number: 808 862 725

Date: Wednesday, March 23, 2011

Time: 2:00 pm, Eastern Daylight Time (New York, GMT-04:00) Session Number: 801 713 064

 Using Nsight – Nelnet’s Loan Reporting Tool (March 30)

 This session will give you information about how to use Nsight, Nelnet’s loan reporting tool.  Whether you have requested a password or not, you’ll find this session helpful in understanding the kind of information you can access.  You will also learn how to setup automated reports and we’ll go over some frequently asked questions from users already engaged.

 Date: Wednesday, March 30, 2011

Time: 11:00 am, Eastern Daylight Time (New York, GMT-04:00) Session Number: 807 987 052

Date: Wednesday, March 30, 2011

Time: 2:00 pm, Eastern Daylight Time (New York, GMT-04:00) Session Number: 805 429 263

Please visit the Nelnet Loan Servicing website, www.nelnetloanservicing.com and click on the Training link to register for an upcoming session. Once you have registered, you will receive a confirmation e-mail with instructions for joining the meeting. Please contact me with any questions.

 Thank you,

Jim