Advising to Make the Grade-FYE Assignments That Benefit Students and Advisors. NACADA Region 4 MIami 2012

1. Who Are You? (Student Information Sheet) – Assignment #1 Assigned Week 1
Introduce yourself… Who are you? ____________________________________
Where are you from?
How different is the environment at Florida Tech from where you studied previously?
How many languages do you speak?
What is your field of study?
How did you first become interested in this field?
If you weren’t in class now, what would you like to be doing?
How would close friends and family describe you?
What is your favorite movie and/or television show?
ASC 1000 Name: __________________________________ Due Week 2

2. Who Are You? (Student Information Sheet) – Assignment #1 Assigned Week 1
What is your favorite kind of music?
If you could create a music playlist for yourself, what five songs would be on it?
What do you like to do in your spare time? What are your hobbies and interests?
If you could start your own business, what would it be?
What do you want from your first semester at Florida Tech?
ASC 1000 Name: __________________________________ Due Week 2

3. Time Tracking (168 Hours) – Assignment #2 Assigned Week 3
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
12 AM – 1 AM
1 AM – 2 AM
2 AM – 3 AM
3 AM – 4 AM
4 AM – 5 AM
5 AM - 6 AM
6 AM - 7 AM
7 AM - 8 AM
8 AM - 9 AM
9 AM - 10 AM
10 AM - 11 AM
11 AM - 12 PM
12 PM - 1 PM
1 PM - 2 PM
2 PM - 3 PM
3 PM - 4 PM
4 PM - 5 PM
5 PM - 6 PM
6 PM - 7 PM
7 PM - 8 PM
8 PM - 9 PM
9 PM - 10 PM
10 PM - 11 PM
11 PM - 12 AM
ASC 1000 Name: ____________________________________________ Due Week 4

4. Faculty Interview – Assignment #6 Assigned Week 13
Name of Faculty Member
Department:
How did you conduct your interview with the faculty member (email, in person, telephone)?
What courses does this faculty member teach?
What is the faculty member’s preferred area(s) of research?
What advice would the faculty member give for a first-year student?
Signature of Faculty Member:
ASC 1000 Name: __________________________________ Due Week 14

5. Midterm Grades Evaluation – Assignment #4 Assigned Week 7
Go to PAWS and check your midterm grades. Record them on this sheet and calculate your GPA.
Course Credits Midterm Grade Point Value Quality Points
TOTALS
GPA =Sum of Quality Points / Total Credit Hours
My GPA is currently: ________________.
Is this where you want to be? Why or why not?
What changes, if any, would you want to make to your academic lifestyle to alter your grades?
ASC 1000 Name: __________________________________ Due Week 9

6. Registration Planning Worksheet – Assignment #5 Assigned Week 11
Name: ____________________________________________________________
CRN Subject Course Course Name Days Times Credits
Number
Signature of Academic Adviser: _____________________________________________________________ Date: ___________________________
ASC 1000 Name: __________________________________ Due Week 12

7. Registration Planning Worksheet – Assignment #5 Assigned Week 11
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
6:00 AM
6:30 AM
7:00 AM
7:30 AM
8:00 AM
8:30 AM
9:00 AM
9:30 AM
10:00 AM
10:30 AM
11:00 AM
11:30 AM
12:00 PM
12:30 PM
1:00 PM
1:30 PM
2:00 PM
2:30 PM
3:00 PM
3:30 PM
4:00 PM
4:30 PM
5:00 PM
5:30 PM
6:00 PM
6:30 PM
7:00 PM
ASC 1000 Name: __________________________________ Due Week 12

8. Student Résumé – Assignment #3 Assigned Week 5
Your résumé should always be tailored to the specific position and group/company to which you are applying. In
addition, you should consider that some education, experiences, and recognitions may be more important for one
position than another.
Above all, it is vital that you are honest in the information that you share on a résumé. Using descriptive language to
explain roles and responsibilities is encouraged; embellishing or lying about experience that you do not possess will not
present you in a positive light.
Education
What is your major? If you have a minor, list it here:
What is your current GPA? When do you expect to graduate (Month/Year)?
Work Experience
Not everyone will have work experience; if you do have prior work experience or have a current job on campus, you
should list it on your résumé. It is also helpful to keep a list of past employers with addresses, dates of employment, and
phone numbers, as many applications will ask for detailed information in order to check the information that you have
provided in your résumé.
Employer: Address:
Dates of Employment: Phone Number:
Description of Duties:
You can also use this format for past internships; it is vital to provide an honest and succinct description of your roles
and responsibilities. You should list this information for every past job; however, once you have more life/work
experience, most employers will only expect a history of 7-10 years, depending upon the relevance of past employment.
Community Service and Activities
Often, community service and civic engagement opportunities provide excellent experience that demonstrates key skills
to prospective employers. If you are a regular volunteer with a specific organization or you are part of a group that
regularly interacts with the community in planning and presenting events, that information should be part of your
résumé. You should also list any campus activities and roles that demonstrate your skills and abilities.
Name of organization/event: Date(s) of service:
Description of service/event:
Finally, consider any references that you may have. References are people with whom a prospective employer can speak
regarding your employment history, your work ethic, your willingness to learn new tasks, and your overall demeanor in a
personal or professional environment. References may be past employers, instructors, or community service
supervisors. Always ask before listing someone as a reference; not asking is considered extremely unprofessional. You
may consider keeping references on a page separate from your résumé, depending upon the situation.
ASC 1000 Name: __________________________________ Due Week 6

9. Student Résumé – Assignment #3 Assigned Week 5
This is one of many formats that could be used for an entry-level résumé. Other formats may better suit your needs; you
may consider speaking with the Career Management Services office for additional assistance with your résumé.
School Address Permanent Address
Email: Phone:
Objective:
Education:
Work Experience:
Activities and/or
Community Service
References
Please turn in this worksheet along with a one page formal resumé that you may use during your first term in seeking an
internship, co-op, or on-campus employment opportunity related to your major or student organization interests.
References are not required but are strongly encouraged.
ASC 1000 Name: __________________________________ Due Week 6

10. Grading Rubric for Assignments
How to Grade for University Experience – In-Class Assignments
Who Are You? (Student Information Sheet)
Due Week 2
50 points – The student has completed the information sheet completely and thoughtfully with an attempt to share
information and answer questions to the best of abilities. This completed sheet would be helpful for a faculty member
or academic adviser to best help the student and understand the student’s reasons for attending Florida Tech.
40 points – The student has completed the information sheet, but answers appear incomplete or lack thoughtful
consideration in reply. In this case, the student may have relied upon sarcasm or untruthful responses to complete the
assignment. As a result, it is not completely helpful for a faculty member or academic adviser in terms of providing
useful information about the student and the student’s reasons for attending the university.
10 to 30 points – The student has not completed the information sheet; many answers may be incomplete and lack
thoughtful consideration. The instructor should award points between the specified interval based upon the completion
and thoughtfulness of responses that have been given.
0 points – The student fails to turn in the assignment more than two weeks following the due date and does not provide
any explanation for the late assignment.
Time Tracking – 168 Hours
Due Week 4
50 points – The student has completed the time tracking sheet completely and thoughtfully, noting specific classes and
using labels to show how time is used during the week. This completed sheet would be helpful for a faculty member or
academic adviser to best help the student in assessing time management skills and creating a workable study schedule.
40 points – The student has completed the time tracking sheet, but the result appears incomplete or lacks detail. In this
case, the student may have not labeled how time is used or did a haphazard attempt at shading the grid. As a result, it is
not completely helpful for a faculty member or academic adviser in terms of assessing time management skills.
10 to 30 points – The student has not completed the time tracking sheet. The instructor should award points between
the specified interval based upon the completion of the assignment.
0 points – The student fails to turn in the assignment more than two weeks following the due date and does not provide
any explanation for the late assignment.
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11. Grading Rubric for Assignments
Student Résumé
Due Week 6
50 points – The student completes the entire first side of the sheet and submits a one page formal résumé per
instructions on the second page. This résumé appears professional, without spelling errors or poor choice in formatting,
and reflects the information provided on the worksheet.
40 points – The student has completed the worksheet and résumé, but answers appear incomplete or the résumé
contains several spelling or formatting errors. As a result, it does not best represent the student to a potential employer
and requires some revision.
10 to 30 points – The student has not turned in one part of the assignment, or the résumé is in need of revision and lacks
polish. The instructor should award points between the specified interval based upon the completion of the worksheet
and résumé, if provided.
0 points – The student fails to turn in the assignment more than two weeks following the due date and does not provide
any explanation for the late assignment.
Midterm Grades Evaluation
Due Week 9
50 points – The student has completed the evaluation completely and thoughtfully, including the GPA calculation. All
grades are recorded and the reflective questions can be used in consultation with an academic adviser to best help the
student in assessing current academic practices.
40 points – The student has completed the evaluation, but responses may not be complete or of a reflective nature.
Responses may not provide sufficient information for an academic adviser to best help the student in assessing current
academic practices.
10 to 30 points – The student has not completed the evaluation; grades for some classes may be absent, GPA may not
be calculated, and responses may not be complete or of a reflective nature. Responses may not provide sufficient
information for an academic adviser to best help the student in assessing current academic practices. The instructor
should award points between the specified interval based upon the completion of the assignment.
0 points – The student fails to turn in the assignment more than one week following the due date and does not provide
any explanation for the late assignment. Students who do not turn in this assignment should be noted and referred to
the course coordinator.
ASC 1000

12. Grading Rubric for Assignments
Registration Planning Worksheet
Due Week 12
50 points – The student has completed the registration planning sheet completely and thoughtfully, noting specific
classes and possible times. The academic adviser has signed the sheet. This completed sheet would be helpful for a
faculty member or academic adviser to best help the student in creating a schedule for the upcoming semester and
registering for classes.
40 points – The student has completed the registration planning sheet, but the result appears incomplete or lacks detail.
The academic adviser’s signature may not be on the sheet. As a result, it is not completely helpful for an academic
adviser in terms of helping the student to create a schedule for the upcoming semester and registering for classes..
10 to 30 points – The student has not completed the registration planning sheet. The instructor should award points
between the specified interval based upon the completion of the assignment.
0 points – The student fails to turn in the assignment more than one week following the due date and does not provide
any explanation for the late assignment. In addition, if the student forges the signature of the academic adviser for the
assignment, the student will be reported to the course coordinator per the Academic Honesty policy.
Faculty Interview Assignment
Due Week 14
50 points – The student has completed the interview sheet completely and thoughtfully, including the signature of the
faculty member in question. The completed assignment is a truthful summary of a faculty member at Florida Tech.
40 points – The student has completed the interview sheet but does not have the signature of the faculty member in
question. The completed assignment is a truthful summary of a faculty member at Florida Tech.
10 to 30 points – The student has not completed the interview sheet, or the information is inaccurate. The signature of
the faculty member may not be present. The instructor should award points between the specified interval based upon
the completion of the assignment.
0 points – The student fails to turn in the assignment more than two weeks following the due date and does not provide
any explanation for the late assignment. In addition, if the student forges the signature of the faculty member for the
assignment, the student will be reported to the course coordinator per the Academic Honesty policy.
ASC 1000