The document provides information and advice for first-year students attending an advising workshop, including how to prepare for an advising appointment by bringing required materials, writing down questions, and printing their name legibly when signing up. It also lists keys to advising like recommended credit hours, level of courses, and exceptions for athletes and honors students. Students are advised to check course openings before their appointment and not bring cell phones.

1. First-Year Advising WorkshopCrouse Center for Student Success October 13-14, 2009

3. Logging in to WebAdvisor For lost usernames/passwords, contact: ITS Help Desk 630-844-5790 ishelp@aurora.edu www.aurora.edu/its

16. 30 credits for sophomore status

17. 1000/2000 level courses

18. No night courses (exception: activities courses)

19. Remember…

20. Athletic practice schedules

21. Athletic participation credit

22. Honors/STAR students

25. Expectations for Your Advising Appointment Arrive 5 minutes prior to your appt to check-in Bring the following to the appointment: TOP of the registration form filled out Advising worksheet with course numbers AND sections Do not bring your cell phone to your appointment Make sure selected courses and sections are open two hours before your appointment Write down any questions you have When you sign up tonight PRINT your name legibly Holds

26. Financial Aid Information

27. Consider…May Term

28. Consider…My Time After School Program

29. Sign Up for Your Advising Appointment!