Springboard 2011 - Academic Advising 101

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. . . Enriching knowledge . . . Engaging thought . . . Encouraging growth . . . Empowering lives Office of Academic Advising 1220 Student Success Center 650-3701 www.siue.edu/advising

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Academic Advising Syllabus Mission Statement Educational process; Shared responsibility Student Learning Outcomes Know – Think – Grow Required Assignments Comprehensive Educational Plan; Academic Advising Portfolio Student Responsibilities Prepare – Discuss – Question – Follow Through – Learn Advisor Responsibilities Inform – Guide – Refer – Educate

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Planning for Your First Year Questions to Consider Career Considerations Don’t Forget

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My Academic Plan(MAP)

124 Credit Hours to Graduation : 

124 Credit Hours to Graduation Average Academic Load is 16 credit hours per semester, which equals 16 hours in class each week Faculty expect two hours of study for every hour in class 16 hours in class + 32 hours studying = 48 hours of academic work per week TIME MANAGEMENT IS ONE OF THE MOST IMPORTANT KEYS TO SUCCESS

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Degree Requirements Four Types of Courses Apply Toward Your Degree

General Education42-44 Credit Hours : 

General Education42-44 Credit Hours Skills – Courses which teach basic college-level skills Introductory – Courses which provide beginning study in five disciplines Distribution – Courses which provide detailed study in three disciplines Intergroup Relations - A course which examines subcultures within the US International Issues/Cultures - A course which examines issues or cultures outside the USA Interdisciplinary Studies - A course which examines a topic from the perspectives of at least two disciplines

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4 3 2 1 4 Years to Graduation 3.0 GPA or Higher* 2 Hours of Study per Credit Hour per Week 1 Extracurricular Activity

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FERPA and Advising Role of student Role of Parent Role of Advisor

Academic Advising at Springboard : 

Academic Advising at Springboard Departmental Breakout Sessions . Group sessions based on academic interests Meet with your Academic Advisor Receive general information about course options for Fall 2011 Discuss questions you may have about requirements, courses, dual credit and COMPASS placement test results Registration (need your 800 number and your CougarNet PIN) Register for first semester courses Receive referrals to campus resources based on your needs and interests