The document provides information about new student orientation. It outlines the following key points:
1) Students should listen carefully to the orientation presentation as it is their responsibility to be aware of the content.
2) After completing orientation, students will receive instructions to complete course registration.
3) The document then provides a detailed monthly checklist and planning guide for students from their first month before classes begin through their last months of study. It covers academic, financial aid, and campus resources information.
Blogging, Pod Casting And Creative Commonsjlmickel
The document discusses emerging communication technologies like blogging and podcasting that can be used to engage students. It provides benefits to students like fostering discussion, sharing information, and giving an insider's view of campus. However, it also notes potential downsides like a lack of organization or relevance turning students away. Creative Commons is presented as a way to share educational materials but clarity is needed on copyright issues.
Alligator serum and the battle against HIVPKaragiannis
The document discusses using alligator serum to battle HIV/AIDS. It hypothesizes that alligator serum demonstrates antiviral activity against HIV through an active serum complement system and cationic peptides expressed by alligator leukocytes. A series of experiments are proposed to test this, including a cell-based assay to test antiviral activity and assays to analyze complement system function and cationic peptide expression. The expected results are that alligator serum will show powerful anti-HIV activity mediated by complement and cationic peptides. Limitations include the serum potentially losing effectiveness if alligators regularly encounter HIV.
Presented by lafayette middle school’s 8th gradeMary Wallace
1) Students will play a game where they are divided into two teams traveling along the National Road in Conestoga wagons filled with supplies. 2) At mile markers or historical sites along the way, teams will be asked questions to test their knowledge and can win chickens or lose supplies. 3) The team with the most supplies at the end of the road wins.
This document provides an outline for introducing a new product. It recommends stating the long-term goal, describing customer needs and wishes to understand requirements, explaining how the product attributes fulfill those needs, analyzing costs and comparing quality/price to competition, summarizing strengths/advantages, and explaining next steps.
The document discusses the use of wikis in educational settings. It provides definitions of wikis, outlines their pedagogical uses in classrooms, and how they work from a technical perspective. Examples of how wikis can support authentic assessment, cooperative learning, and active learning are given. Finally, the document discusses wiki platform options and permissions settings.
Blogging, Pod Casting And Creative Commonsjlmickel
The document discusses emerging communication technologies like blogging and podcasting that can be used to engage students. It provides benefits to students like fostering discussion, sharing information, and giving an insider's view of campus. However, it also notes potential downsides like a lack of organization or relevance turning students away. Creative Commons is presented as a way to share educational materials but clarity is needed on copyright issues.
Alligator serum and the battle against HIVPKaragiannis
The document discusses using alligator serum to battle HIV/AIDS. It hypothesizes that alligator serum demonstrates antiviral activity against HIV through an active serum complement system and cationic peptides expressed by alligator leukocytes. A series of experiments are proposed to test this, including a cell-based assay to test antiviral activity and assays to analyze complement system function and cationic peptide expression. The expected results are that alligator serum will show powerful anti-HIV activity mediated by complement and cationic peptides. Limitations include the serum potentially losing effectiveness if alligators regularly encounter HIV.
Presented by lafayette middle school’s 8th gradeMary Wallace
1) Students will play a game where they are divided into two teams traveling along the National Road in Conestoga wagons filled with supplies. 2) At mile markers or historical sites along the way, teams will be asked questions to test their knowledge and can win chickens or lose supplies. 3) The team with the most supplies at the end of the road wins.
This document provides an outline for introducing a new product. It recommends stating the long-term goal, describing customer needs and wishes to understand requirements, explaining how the product attributes fulfill those needs, analyzing costs and comparing quality/price to competition, summarizing strengths/advantages, and explaining next steps.
The document discusses the use of wikis in educational settings. It provides definitions of wikis, outlines their pedagogical uses in classrooms, and how they work from a technical perspective. Examples of how wikis can support authentic assessment, cooperative learning, and active learning are given. Finally, the document discusses wiki platform options and permissions settings.
Behind the Scenes of Reach to Grasp ResearchPKaragiannis
This document summarizes the tasks and procedures involved in conducting research on reach and grasp movements using non-human primates. It describes repairing and calibrating objects used in experiments, developing a MATLAB program to randomize experimental conditions, and fabricating EMG electrodes to record muscle activity. The goal is to understand the daily challenges of conducting this research and ensure accurate and reliable data collection.
IEEEXtreme is a worldwide contest held annually where teams of students compete over 24 hours to solve programming problems. The top prize is a trip for the winning team. It started in 2006 with 47 teams and has grown significantly. In 2009 there were 146 teams from around the world. The contest aims to expand the scope of benefits for IEEE students and have a global, fun and innovative activity.
The African Social Enterprise Competition (ASEC) is a social enterprise competition exclusively for university students in Africa that identifies students with entrepreneurial potential and empowers them to launch businesses with financing and consulting. Participants compete for cash prizes and access to funding by submitting a 2-page executive summary for their socially impactful business idea by September 30th. Winners will be announced on October 5th.
This document discusses video conferencing (VC) as a communication technology that allows for real-time visual and audio connections between remote users. It can be used for collaborations, virtual field trips, guest lectures, and more. VC saves time and money by allowing visits to distant locations. It also addresses different learning styles and enhances skills like presentation, research, and technology. Guidelines are provided for planning and conducting a successful VC session, including testing equipment, having backups, and giving students evaluations. Potential VC content providers are listed that cover topics in math, science, history, language arts, and more.
This document summarizes key facts about Uniontown, PA, a medium-sized town founded in 1776 located about 60 miles from Pittsburgh. It highlights several important locations and industries in Uniontown's history, including the downtown area, Uniontown High School, the Steelers football team, Nemacolin Woodlands resort, the origin of the Big Mac sandwich, the former coal mining industry, Frank Lloyd Wright homes like Fallingwater, and the current natural gas drilling industry from the Marcellus Shale. The document presents Uniontown as having gone through economic phases focused on coal, but now oriented around natural gas as its future.
This document discusses increasing profits through in-tank sludge cleaning and recovery. The process involves less downtime and equipment than traditional methods. Recovered sludge is an income stream that increases storage capacity and cleaner pipelines while producing less waste. The process uses infrared imaging to determine sludge accumulation and installs jets and pumps to create a vortex and suspend the sludge for safe transport to refineries. It reduces liability, adheres to monitoring, and recovers costs while cleaning tanks and pipelines effectively with minimal environmental impact.
Orientation presentation sem 1 2021 mrecFranJackson3
The orientation document provides new students with information about studying at TAFE, including expectations, facilities, student conduct, and support services. Students are expected to take responsibility for their own learning, complete additional hours outside of class, and adhere to the student code of conduct. The document outlines parking, cycling, dress code, mobile phone, bullying, and plagiarism policies. Students can access computer labs, printing, libraries, counseling, and indigenous support. Important dates like census dates are also highlighted.
1) This document provides the syllabus and expectations for Ms. LeBlanc's Probability and Statistics CP course. It outlines class rules, grading policies, materials needed, and classroom procedures.
2) Students are expected to arrive on time with required materials, participate appropriately, follow directions, and be respectful. Consequences are outlined for violations.
3) Grades are based on homework, tests, quizzes, and classwork. Homework is assigned daily to practice and is essential for success. Students are responsible for making up missed work.
The document provides information for honors advising for juniors at the college. It discusses:
1) Changes to the advising system including keeping student interest forms, appointing advising coordinators, holding group advising sessions, and reducing redundancy.
2) Requirements to remain in good standing such as maintaining a 3.2 GPA and the honors advisors who will review midterm grades.
3) Information and resources available on the honors advising website including advising forms, exception petitions, and registration times based on earned credit hours.
The document provides guidance for students to be successful in an online Earth and environmental science class. It outlines expectations for students to follow, including being prompt, prepared, polite, and productive. It emphasizes respecting others, taking responsibility for coursework by knowing due dates and submitting assignments on time. Students are instructed to complete the Getting Started orientation, read announcements daily, contact the instructor as needed, and explore the course materials. The document advises students to maintain communication with the instructor and advisor, get help from peers if needed, check grades regularly, and save their work. Grading is based on participation, assignments, projects and exams.
The document provides information and policies for tutors working with student-athletes at the University of Arkansas. It outlines expectations for tutors, including maintaining confidentiality, being professional, on-time, and helping students rather than doing work for them. Tutors are instructed on using GradesFirst to log appointments and tutoring reports, as well as the webBASIS system for logging work hours. Consequences are explained for failing to follow policies or complete required documentation.
This document provides an orientation for students using the Adaptive Computer Lab (ACL) at Fullerton College. It outlines the lab's mission to help students achieve success, lists general lab hours and policies for scanning in/out and checking class progress/hours. It provides information on selecting hours, logging in, printing and other campus resources. The document emphasizes adopting a growth mindset and lists workshops available. It assigns completing orientation paperwork as the week 1 assignment and provides important dates. In summary, it welcomes and orients new students to the ACL's services and policies to support their academic success at Fullerton College.
This document provides an agenda and overview for the first class of a literature course. It discusses adding and dropping the class, honors sections, course expectations, grading, policies, required materials, and establishing accounts for the class website where students will post homework. Students are expected to actively participate, complete readings, essays, exams, website posts, and in-class assignments. Academic dishonesty will not be tolerated and attendance is important for participation points. The syllabus provides a tentative weekly schedule.
This document provides an overview and guidelines for a module on academic communication and excellence at Lambton College. It discusses communicating appropriately with instructors through in-person meetings, email, and checking one's college email account. The document outlines expectations for student accountability, taking tests/quizzes, submitting assignments on time in the proper format, and meeting deadlines. It concludes by offering tips for academic success such as finding a good study location, doing coursework daily to avoid cramming, seeking help to improve grades, writing things down, and maintaining health through diet, exercise and sleep.
This document outlines the agenda and resources for a new student registration appointment at MSB College. It includes introductions to the academic coordinator, CampusConnect portal, Student LaunchPad orientation, attendance policies, important academic dates, time management tips, Satisfactory Academic Progress policy, student resources like tutoring and the library, e-book information, alternative credits, ADA/VAWA policies, and concludes with registering the student for courses and answering any final questions.
This document provides an orientation for students using the Adaptive Computer Lab (ACL) at Fullerton College. It outlines the lab's mission to help students achieve success, lists general lab hours and policies for scanning in/out and checking class progress/hours. It provides information on selecting hours, logging in, printing and other campus resources. The document encourages a growth mindset and lists important dates. Forms are included for students to submit online and print.
This document provides an orientation for students using the Adaptive Computer Lab (ACL) at Fullerton College. It outlines the lab's mission to help students achieve success, lists general lab hours and policies for scanning in/out and checking class progress/hours. It also details available campus resources and workshops, important dates, and required forms for students to complete. The orientation stresses working hard and using available support to earn credit towards passing the ACL class.
Are you unsure what to expect in your first term?
Do you need to brush-up on organization, time management, and goal setting?
Do you need help keeping the momentum going throughout the term?
Completing orientation is only the first of many pieces to your success at SUNY Empire State College’s Northeast
Center (NEC). Now that you have met your mentor and learned about the many resources available to you, you are
ready to put together the other pieces that will help you have a successful first term.
At three important stages during the
term, we will offer workshops and
interactive sessions conducted by staff
and current students to provide you with
additional resources and effective
strategies to help you piece together a
successful academic experience. We
highly recommend this series for new
students, but all students are welcome
to participate each term.
Before You Begin HIGHLY recommended for new students
Being a Successful Learner
Communicating Effectively with your Mentor and Instructors
Setting Term Long Goals
Student Panel : The Balancing Act & Other Success Tips
Behind the Scenes of Reach to Grasp ResearchPKaragiannis
This document summarizes the tasks and procedures involved in conducting research on reach and grasp movements using non-human primates. It describes repairing and calibrating objects used in experiments, developing a MATLAB program to randomize experimental conditions, and fabricating EMG electrodes to record muscle activity. The goal is to understand the daily challenges of conducting this research and ensure accurate and reliable data collection.
IEEEXtreme is a worldwide contest held annually where teams of students compete over 24 hours to solve programming problems. The top prize is a trip for the winning team. It started in 2006 with 47 teams and has grown significantly. In 2009 there were 146 teams from around the world. The contest aims to expand the scope of benefits for IEEE students and have a global, fun and innovative activity.
The African Social Enterprise Competition (ASEC) is a social enterprise competition exclusively for university students in Africa that identifies students with entrepreneurial potential and empowers them to launch businesses with financing and consulting. Participants compete for cash prizes and access to funding by submitting a 2-page executive summary for their socially impactful business idea by September 30th. Winners will be announced on October 5th.
This document discusses video conferencing (VC) as a communication technology that allows for real-time visual and audio connections between remote users. It can be used for collaborations, virtual field trips, guest lectures, and more. VC saves time and money by allowing visits to distant locations. It also addresses different learning styles and enhances skills like presentation, research, and technology. Guidelines are provided for planning and conducting a successful VC session, including testing equipment, having backups, and giving students evaluations. Potential VC content providers are listed that cover topics in math, science, history, language arts, and more.
This document summarizes key facts about Uniontown, PA, a medium-sized town founded in 1776 located about 60 miles from Pittsburgh. It highlights several important locations and industries in Uniontown's history, including the downtown area, Uniontown High School, the Steelers football team, Nemacolin Woodlands resort, the origin of the Big Mac sandwich, the former coal mining industry, Frank Lloyd Wright homes like Fallingwater, and the current natural gas drilling industry from the Marcellus Shale. The document presents Uniontown as having gone through economic phases focused on coal, but now oriented around natural gas as its future.
This document discusses increasing profits through in-tank sludge cleaning and recovery. The process involves less downtime and equipment than traditional methods. Recovered sludge is an income stream that increases storage capacity and cleaner pipelines while producing less waste. The process uses infrared imaging to determine sludge accumulation and installs jets and pumps to create a vortex and suspend the sludge for safe transport to refineries. It reduces liability, adheres to monitoring, and recovers costs while cleaning tanks and pipelines effectively with minimal environmental impact.
Orientation presentation sem 1 2021 mrecFranJackson3
The orientation document provides new students with information about studying at TAFE, including expectations, facilities, student conduct, and support services. Students are expected to take responsibility for their own learning, complete additional hours outside of class, and adhere to the student code of conduct. The document outlines parking, cycling, dress code, mobile phone, bullying, and plagiarism policies. Students can access computer labs, printing, libraries, counseling, and indigenous support. Important dates like census dates are also highlighted.
1) This document provides the syllabus and expectations for Ms. LeBlanc's Probability and Statistics CP course. It outlines class rules, grading policies, materials needed, and classroom procedures.
2) Students are expected to arrive on time with required materials, participate appropriately, follow directions, and be respectful. Consequences are outlined for violations.
3) Grades are based on homework, tests, quizzes, and classwork. Homework is assigned daily to practice and is essential for success. Students are responsible for making up missed work.
The document provides information for honors advising for juniors at the college. It discusses:
1) Changes to the advising system including keeping student interest forms, appointing advising coordinators, holding group advising sessions, and reducing redundancy.
2) Requirements to remain in good standing such as maintaining a 3.2 GPA and the honors advisors who will review midterm grades.
3) Information and resources available on the honors advising website including advising forms, exception petitions, and registration times based on earned credit hours.
The document provides guidance for students to be successful in an online Earth and environmental science class. It outlines expectations for students to follow, including being prompt, prepared, polite, and productive. It emphasizes respecting others, taking responsibility for coursework by knowing due dates and submitting assignments on time. Students are instructed to complete the Getting Started orientation, read announcements daily, contact the instructor as needed, and explore the course materials. The document advises students to maintain communication with the instructor and advisor, get help from peers if needed, check grades regularly, and save their work. Grading is based on participation, assignments, projects and exams.
The document provides information and policies for tutors working with student-athletes at the University of Arkansas. It outlines expectations for tutors, including maintaining confidentiality, being professional, on-time, and helping students rather than doing work for them. Tutors are instructed on using GradesFirst to log appointments and tutoring reports, as well as the webBASIS system for logging work hours. Consequences are explained for failing to follow policies or complete required documentation.
This document provides an orientation for students using the Adaptive Computer Lab (ACL) at Fullerton College. It outlines the lab's mission to help students achieve success, lists general lab hours and policies for scanning in/out and checking class progress/hours. It provides information on selecting hours, logging in, printing and other campus resources. The document emphasizes adopting a growth mindset and lists workshops available. It assigns completing orientation paperwork as the week 1 assignment and provides important dates. In summary, it welcomes and orients new students to the ACL's services and policies to support their academic success at Fullerton College.
This document provides an agenda and overview for the first class of a literature course. It discusses adding and dropping the class, honors sections, course expectations, grading, policies, required materials, and establishing accounts for the class website where students will post homework. Students are expected to actively participate, complete readings, essays, exams, website posts, and in-class assignments. Academic dishonesty will not be tolerated and attendance is important for participation points. The syllabus provides a tentative weekly schedule.
This document provides an overview and guidelines for a module on academic communication and excellence at Lambton College. It discusses communicating appropriately with instructors through in-person meetings, email, and checking one's college email account. The document outlines expectations for student accountability, taking tests/quizzes, submitting assignments on time in the proper format, and meeting deadlines. It concludes by offering tips for academic success such as finding a good study location, doing coursework daily to avoid cramming, seeking help to improve grades, writing things down, and maintaining health through diet, exercise and sleep.
This document outlines the agenda and resources for a new student registration appointment at MSB College. It includes introductions to the academic coordinator, CampusConnect portal, Student LaunchPad orientation, attendance policies, important academic dates, time management tips, Satisfactory Academic Progress policy, student resources like tutoring and the library, e-book information, alternative credits, ADA/VAWA policies, and concludes with registering the student for courses and answering any final questions.
This document provides an orientation for students using the Adaptive Computer Lab (ACL) at Fullerton College. It outlines the lab's mission to help students achieve success, lists general lab hours and policies for scanning in/out and checking class progress/hours. It provides information on selecting hours, logging in, printing and other campus resources. The document encourages a growth mindset and lists important dates. Forms are included for students to submit online and print.
This document provides an orientation for students using the Adaptive Computer Lab (ACL) at Fullerton College. It outlines the lab's mission to help students achieve success, lists general lab hours and policies for scanning in/out and checking class progress/hours. It also details available campus resources and workshops, important dates, and required forms for students to complete. The orientation stresses working hard and using available support to earn credit towards passing the ACL class.
Are you unsure what to expect in your first term?
Do you need to brush-up on organization, time management, and goal setting?
Do you need help keeping the momentum going throughout the term?
Completing orientation is only the first of many pieces to your success at SUNY Empire State College’s Northeast
Center (NEC). Now that you have met your mentor and learned about the many resources available to you, you are
ready to put together the other pieces that will help you have a successful first term.
At three important stages during the
term, we will offer workshops and
interactive sessions conducted by staff
and current students to provide you with
additional resources and effective
strategies to help you piece together a
successful academic experience. We
highly recommend this series for new
students, but all students are welcome
to participate each term.
Before You Begin HIGHLY recommended for new students
Being a Successful Learner
Communicating Effectively with your Mentor and Instructors
Setting Term Long Goals
Student Panel : The Balancing Act & Other Success Tips
The document outlines the agenda and expectations for the first class of a literature course, including establishing a class website account, reviewing the syllabus and grading policies, expectations for honors students, and the first homework assignment of posting a question about the introduction reading.
This document provides information about applying to university through UCAS, including referencing styles, point systems for A-levels and BTECs, completing a UCAS application, writing a personal statement, application deadlines, funding options, and contacting the college HE bursar with questions. Key details include using the Harvard referencing style, researching course and university requirements and costs, applying by various deadlines between September and October, writing a personal statement highlighting relevant skills and experiences, and applying for tuition fee and maintenance loans once accepted to a university.
This document provides an overview of the agenda and policies for the first class of an American literature course. It discusses adding and dropping the class, required texts, assignments including exams, essays and online posts. It also covers class policies on attendance, late work, academic honesty and conduct. Students are instructed to set up an account on the class website to complete and post daily homework assignments. The first homework is to read the introduction and post a question about the relevance of the assigned topics.
The document summarizes a town hall event for SPCS students that covered preparing for the start of classes, preparing for success in the semester, and a Q&A session. It provided checklists and tips for students including completing onboarding, reviewing technology needs, accepting financial aid, attending program meet and greet sessions, reviewing class schedules, and using support resources. Important dates were highlighted like the start of classes, add/drop deadline, and exams. Tips for success focused on organization, time management, engagement, health, and using email and library supports.
This document provides guidance for students taking online courses. It outlines keys to success such as being self-motivated, disciplined, and able to learn independently. It discusses the roles and expectations of students and instructors. The document also describes an orientation program for new online students, covering getting started, using the learning management system, and tips for online learning. Resources and contact information for the instructor are provided.
This document provides information on academic success in college. It defines academic success as completing a degree plan by meeting coursework and degree requirements. It compares studying in high school versus college, noting college requires more independent study time. Components of academic success discussed include critical thinking, metacognition, academic skills like time management and note taking. The document provides tips for these skills, such as using a planner, developing a study plan, and taking effective notes. The overall message is academic success in college requires independent study skills and time management.
This document provides information for a World Regional Geography course. It outlines the course details including the professor's contact information, required textbooks, course objectives, assignments and grading. The course will introduce students to major world regions and cover topics like culture, religion, landforms and economics. Students will take chapter quizzes, map quizzes and exams on Blackboard, and do group presentations and news reports. The syllabus outlines the tentative class schedule and policies on attendance, late work and academic honesty.
This document provides an orientation for students using the Adaptive Computer Lab (ACL) at Fullerton College. It outlines the lab's mission to help students achieve success, lists general lab hours and policies for scanning in/out and checking class progress/hours. It also details available campus resources and workshops, important dates, and required forms for students to complete. The orientation stresses working hard and using available support to earn credit towards passing the ACL class.
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2. -New Student Orientation is
your next enrollment step.
-Please listen carefully to this
presentation, it is your
responsibility to be aware of
the content provided.
-After completing this
Orientation, you will be given
instructions in order to
complete your course
registration.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10. } Getting
Started
} Staying on
Course
} Finishing and
Planning
11. Month 1: Before Classes Begin
December/May/July There are some things that should be
taken care of even before month 1:
Getting Started Checklist
• Learn about financial aid and the
responsibilities related to
receiving aid.
• Address Family and Employment Concerns
• Plan for Learning Accommodation needs • Research your career choices.
• Access your StormTrac Account • Understand any Special
• Print your course schedule in order to purchase Admissions requirements that
your books in the bookstore or online. may accompany your program.
12. StormTrac Information
StormTrac is your student
information portal. You can check
your email, access your Moodle
courses, review your student account
information- Financial
Aid, Grades, Course Schedule, and
Your StormTrac ID is: see your academic progress.
• The first letter of your first name
• Your full last name
• The last four digits of your student ID
Your default StormTrac password is:
• The first two letters of your last name, with the
first letter capitalized
• Your full birthdate
13. StormTrac Information
• You must change your StormTrac
password from its default in
order to access your email.
• Passwords expire every 90 days.
Example: • StormTrac provides access to
John Smith Moodle, our online course
system. Be sure to check Moodle
Student ID :1234567 even if you have a traditional
Birthday: January 15, 1970 face-to-face course.
• The first time you attempt to
ID: jsmith4567 login to Moodle from your
Default password: Sm01151970 StormTrac account you will be
prompted for your StormTrac ID
and password.
Once you have established your ID and
password, login to StormTrac to set up your password • Courses will not be available on
Moodle until the official first day
Security Questions and to reset your password. of class. Contact your instructor if
you do not have access to a
More detailed instructions can be accessed on the Moodle course after the first day.
DCCC website.
14. Month 2: Classes Begin
• Learn about Campus resources
January/June/August and services
Academic and
• Plan for any upcoming College
Financial Aid Planning Holidays and breaks
• Request tutoring services
Academic Planning:
• Prior to the start of the semester students can
make schedule changes in StormTrac
• Once the semester begins, students must meet
with their advisor to adjust their schedule
• Check with the Enrollment Center for selective
admissions information
Financial Aid Planning:
• If you change your major, add or drop courses, or
withdraw from DCCC check your Financial Aid
status before doing so.
15. Month 2: Classes Begin
January/June/August • Books are typically available
in the bookstore 2-4 weeks
On-Campus Resources before courses begin
On Campus Parking:
• Arrive early
• Do not park in the grass or along access roads
• Do not park in Handicapped spaces without a state
issues placard
On Campus Dining:
• Breakfast and Lunch are served daily in the Storm
Cellar. Hours are 7:30 am – 2:00 pm
• Vending machines are located across campus
Bookstore:
• 3rd party charging begins 1 week prior to and
continues through the first week of the term
• You must have a copy of your student schedule to
purchase your books
16. Months 3 and 4
February/Septe July March/Octobe • If considering a major
mber r change, visit the Career
Development Center. Then
contact your Advisor to begin the
Change of Major process
Financial Aid Planning: • Check with the Enrollment
• In the Spring semester, after you have filed your Center for selective admissions
taxes, it is time to complete your FAFSA form. information.
• Using the IRS data retrieval tool can streamline
the financial aid process
• Begin making plans for Summer Semester funding
Academic Planning:
• Begin researching next semester’s courses
• Near the mid-term break, you will receive an email
from your Academic Advisor with instructions to
begin next semesters registration
• Mid-term grades are posted in StormTrac
• Reconsider tutoring
• End of Summer Session – Late July
• Check with the Enrollment Center for selective
admissions information
17. Months 3
and 4
February/Septe July March/Octobe
mber r
Campus Events:
• Spring Fling – March
• Fall Fest - October
College Events/Breaks/Holidays:
• Fall Break – early October
• Spring Fling – early March
• Easter – Spring semester, Varies
• July 4th – Summer semester
• Labor Day – Early September
18. Months 5
and 6
April/November Jul May/December Your final exam is not necessarily
•
y scheduled for the same time as
your regular course
• Begin planning for next semester
at this point, remember to check:
Financial Aid: • Financial Aid/Costs
• Once your final grades are posted, you will receive • Books/Supply needs for
an email from Financial Aid detailing your next semester
• Access to StormTrac/email
Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) status.
• Your career choices
• Understand any Special
Academic Planning: Admissions requirements
• Request an appointment with your advisor to plan that may accompany your
program
for next semester
• The last day to drop a course occurs during this
time (April, July, November)
• Begin planning and studying for your final exams
• Check your final grades in StormTrac
College Events/Breaks/Holidays:
• Commencement – May
• Thanksgiving – November
• Christmas/New Year’s Holiday - December
19. Long-term
Planning
• It is important that students keep
Financial Aid: track of their experiences during
• FAFSA is an annual requirement to continue aid their education. This information
• Remember that any student loans enter will be helpful for future classes
repayment six months after graduation. and job search.
• May Graduates > November repayment • Remember that student loan
• August Graduates>February repayment debt cannot be discharged
• December Graduates>June repayment through bankruptcy, it is
important to understand the
obligations related to student
Academic Planning: loans.
• Remember to check with the Enrollment Center if
you are enrolled in a selective admissions program
• Transfer students should begin researching their
college choices 6-8 months before transferring
Career Planning
• Take advantage of internships, clinical
experiences, and volunteer opportunities to learn
about your career choice
• Begin making notes about your skills/knowledge
to prepare for job search, resume writing and
interview preparation
20. Advising Form
Link
You have now completed DCCC’s online
orientation.
Please click on the link below and
completed the form.
http://www.davidsonccc.edu/admissions/Orientation/form.htm
Editor's Notes
Welcome to Davidson County Community College’s Online Orientation. Please read each slide, and listen closely to the information provided. During the presentation we will occasionally stop and ask questions about the previous section.
Let’s get started. Have you ever wondered how to best make plans for your upcoming academic year? How do we take a random assortment of dates and deadlines and turn them into useful information? Today, we’re going to look at a typical semester and break it down into its useful parts.
Let’s break the year down…
Spring Semester runs from January until May
Summer Session runs from June through the end of July
And Fall semester runs from August through December
Fall and Spring are 16 week semesters. Summer is 8 weeks. Fall and Spring are broken down into two 8 week sessions. There are also some special length courses that you may experience. Your advisor will provide you with further information on these special length courses. Understanding how the college breaks down it’s calendar year helps you to understand your academic and financial planning needs. For example, students receiving financial aid may charge books and have tuition held, but funds are generally not available until 4-6 weeks into the semester at the earliest. Students should budget 6-8 weeks of personal and academic costs. Financial Aid payment dates are determined by the course start date thus late start courses therefore result in student’s receiving smaller financial aid payments throughout the semester.
We’re going to look at a six month time span. However, what we talk about can be applied to any semester with little adjustment. Remember that summer session is only 8 weeks, so there is quite a bit of overlap between planning for Fall, and completing your summer courses.
So, let’s break this down a bit further. We’re going to take the upcoming semester and break it down into three parts.
Getting Started includes the month prior to the start of the semester and your first month of classes. Staying On Course includes the middle part of the semester, and lastly Finishing and Planning highlights the steps necessary to finish the semester strong and to begin preparation for the next semester.
As we begin, let’s look at the month before classes start. Approximately, 4-6 weeks before classes begin address your family and work responsibilities. We encourage all students to sit down and have a conversation with their families, employers and any others that may be impacted when beginning College Coursework. Take time to help them to understand that the commitment you have made will change the amount of time you are available and that you may need assistance to meet family, work, and household responsibilities. Learning Accommodations. Any student with a physical, mental, or learning disability who wishes to acquire a learning accommodation should contact the Office of Counseling and Disability Servicebefore the start of their courses.We will discuss logging into your StormTrac Account in just a few minutes, but you will need a copy of your course schedule in order to purchase your books through the bookstore. Distance students can order their books online, but will still need information from their course schedule.