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Eastern Connecticut State University

Eastern Connecticut State University. Academic Success 101. Eastern Faculty, Advisement Center, & Career Services. Eastern Connecticut State University. Intellectual Involvement, Imagination, Integration & Independence. Welcome to EASTERN! Prepare for your future! Locate resources!

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Eastern Connecticut State University

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  1. Eastern Connecticut State University Academic Success 101 Eastern Faculty, Advisement Center, & Career Services

  2. Eastern Connecticut State University Intellectual Involvement, Imagination, Integration & Independence • Welcome to EASTERN! • Prepare for your future! • Locate resources! • Seek Advice (Academic Advisement Center) • Meet Your Faculty Advisor • Strategize Your Course Paths (Majors etc.) • Develop Career Skills (Career Services) • Plan For Graduation

  3. Locate Academic-Career Advising Resources • Academic Advisement Center • Faculty Advisor • Faculty in Major/Minor Programs • Learning & Tutoring Center • Career Services

  4. Print Academic Resources • ECSU University Course Catalog • (http://www.easternct.edu/ecsu/docs/ECSUCatalog0608.pdf#page=1) • - Semester Class Schedule Booklet • (Pick up outside Registrar’s Office Wood Support Services) • Student Advising Handbook • (http://www.easternct.edu/depts/aac/_notes/handbook.pdf) • Student Handbook • (http://www.easternct.edu/ecsu/docs/stuhandbk.pdf) • Key Planner • (http://www.easternct.edu/ecsu/docs/keyplanner.pdf) • - Academic Forms • (http://www.easternct.edu/depts/aac/forms.html)

  5. Academic Advisement Center • Work with “Learning Center” on Tutoring Resources • Conduct Basic Assessment Testing • - Record Declaring of Majors, Minors, & Advisors • Provide Basic Information on Academic Programs • Coordinate Additional Help Resources (e.g.Mentors)

  6. Your Faculty Advisor –First Meeting • Schedule meeting during first 3 weeks • Bring documentation • Transcript (if college transfer credits) • Key Planner • Class Schedule Booklet • Be prepared to discuss your plans & goals

  7. Registration Meeting With Advisor - Meet at LEAST 1 Week Prior to Your Registration Date - Have your Plan of Study Schedule Worksheet filled out - Use pencil in case of changes - Utilize online or Semester Class Schedule Booklet to come up with a preliminary draft version schedule - Verify “Things to Watch Out For” Checklist Items are OK (on the back of Key Planner’s “Advising” divider) - If declared Major and/or Minor, bring program worksheet partially filled out in pencil (look for prerequisite chains & special permission requirements) - Obtain Registration Card (Register on 1st Card Date) Note: Remember your first and second years at Eastern are your years to explore subjects and areas that interest you.

  8. Course Selection Strategies • - If Undecided on Major/Career Area – EXPLORE!!! • - Consider 1-2 intro. courses in potential interest areas • - Take GER courses that you are not familiar with area • - Enroll in GER courses and other basic skills course that will support a large range of careers that interest you. • - Register for GER courses early on that you are weak in to be stronger in for subsequent courses. • - If Declared Major/Career Area – Talk with Experts! - Strategize with your advisor & area faculty • - Visit with professionals in your career area • - Chat with upper level program students

  9. BUSINESS MAJOR 2005-2006 (Advisement Yellow Sheet)

  10. Long Prerequisite Chains!!! Spring Senior Fall Senior Spring Junior Fall Junior Spring Soph. Fall Soph. BUS 225 ECO 201 BUS 230 BUS 431 BUS 351 ACC 201 BUS 245 MAT 101 BUS 260 MAT 216 MAT 101 Register

  11. Major & Minor Registration Considerations • Declare your Major(s) and/or Minor(s) ASAP • (submit signed paperwork to Academic Advisement Center) • Review program “Recommended Plan(s) of Study” • Map out all long prerequisite chains for required courses in your Major(s), Minor(s) & Electives!! • Carefully consider how to use GERs to provide supporting & complementary skill sets • Get involved in special events & student clubs! • Network with area Senior students & faculty

  12. Semester Survival Strategies • Talk to your Faculty Advisor • Chat with Academic Advisement Center Staff • Visit The Learning Center for Extra Help • Math or English Labs • Professional, Student-Peer, & Software Tutoring • Work on Study Skills & Time Management • Obtain a Mentor (faculty, staff, student)

  13. Manage Your Academic Progress • Utilize Advising Resources (faculty advisor, staff, etc.) • Track your progress using E-Web Services • Take advantage of Website & Library Resources • Visit with Career Services Staff • - Investigate Work Experience Options (Internships & Co-ops) • - Obtain guidelines and feedback on Your Resume or Grad. School App. • - Signup for the “Focus” Job/Career Search & Posting Software • Note: Regularly check your progress at meeting Graduation Requirements!

  14. Plan In Advance For Your Graduation • Review regularly your progress at completing courses on time to graduate. • Monitor your GPA’s overall, major(s), minor(s) and concentration(s) • Pay close attention to meeting special program requirements!!! • Stay on top of the job/grad school search!

  15. - Questions??? - Pick up Info on Programs in Lobby - Have a Great Four Years at Eastern!

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