2. • BFA from University of Arizona
• MFA from Virginia Commonwealth University
• 15 years of teaching experience
• 4 years with University of Phoenix
Elizabeth “Betsy” O’Connor
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4. US/101 Topics and Objectives
• The University of Phoenix Experience
• Effective Goal Setting
• Effective Study Habits
• Reading and Comprehension Strategies
• Introduction to Academic Writing
5. More US/101 Topics and Objectives
• University Library and Resources
• Academic Integrity
• Critical Thinking
• Academic and Career Planning
Welcome to US 101: Introduction to University Studies
Hi and welcome to US/101. I would like to first introduce myself. My name is Elizabeth O’Connor, but I prefer to be called “Betsy.” Please feel free to call me by my first name. I am 42 years old.I earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Fine Arts (with a concentration in Photography) from University of Arizona in 1993I earned a Master’s Degree in Fine Arts (also with a concentration in Photography) from Virginia Commonwealth University in 1993I was fortunate to receive a teaching assistantship to graduate school so I taught classes to undergraduate photography students while I was a student myself.I continued teaching part time for VCU for three years after I received my graduate degreeI was offered a full time teaching position with Barton College in 1998 and taught for them for 7 ½ years. I enjoyed my time with Barton; however, my husband was offered a promotion with his company that required us to relocate from North Carolina to Florida.While I was with Barton College, I was asked to head the First Year Seminar program, which sought to help students transition from high school to college.I decided to use my time in Florida to be a stay-at-home mom, which I really loved.Once my youngest started Kindergarten, I got bored and decided to return to teaching.I have been teaching for University of Phoenix now for four years and just recently became a full time faculty member. I am excited to have more time to spend with students!
Here is a picture of my family and me from this past summer in Williamsburg, Virginia.
The essential information, skills, tools, and techniques necessary for academic success and personal effectiveness at University of Phoenix are introduced in this course. The course develops and applies practical knowledge and skills immediately relevant to first-year university students. Course topics include goal setting and working with personal motivation, understanding and using university resources, developing efficient study habits, making the most of personal learning styles, and how best to manage time and reduce personal stress levels.
I am very excited to work with you in class over the next nine weeks. Please feel free to contact me; I’m here to help you and would love to hear from you. I can be reached via the telephone or email. I look forward to meeting you...and welcome to class!
