Group B PowerPoint Spring 2012
- 1. Welcome!!
- 2. International Student Advisors Erin Walker ewalker@shoreline.edu Lisa Hirayama lhirayam@shoreline.edu Cynthia Okawara cokawara@shoreline.edu
- 4. US Education System • Four-year university--Bachelor degree OR • Two-year community college--Associate degree. AND • Then transfer to a university and finish their Bachelor degree.
- 5. U.S. Educational System Depending on math and English placement, your program of study may take longer than four years.
- 6. Programs of Study at Shoreline • Professional / Technical • High School Completion • Academic Transfer
- 7. Professional / Technical • Job Training • Credits usually do not transfer • Programs range from 1 quarter certificates to 2 year degrees • Most of your classes will be in your major (few general education classes)
- 8. High School Completion •To earn a High School Diploma •Counts for both high school and Associate’s Degree. •All questions hopefully answered at the High school completion session yesterday!
- 9. Academic Transfer • General Education (Math, English, Social Science, Humanities, Science). • Major Requirements/prerequisites
- 10. Resources for Academic Transfer • Transfer Wagon in International Programs • Quarterly Academic Workshops • Transfer fairs (Fall and Winter quarters) • Your advisor
- 11. Other SCC Resources • Transfer Tutor Center • Writing and Learning Studio • Math Learning Center • International Student Advisor (see the resource list the green binder!)
- 12. Student Expectations • Be responsible for: • Communicating with instructors • Reading your syllabi • Be careful of plagiarism! • Pay attention to facebook, eNews, Advising This Week for: • important registration dates! • University application deadlines • Look to the resource book (green binder) for answers!
- 13. Registration
- 14. Registration •Group Registration •This appointment is to plan this quarter only •You will make a complete plan later
- 15. What Classes Should I Take? How many Credits?
- 16. First Quarter Classes • ESL, English, Math • Classes that will meet general education requirements. • Some classes will be full. You will have more choice next quarter!! • Review your transportation plan
- 17. Credits? • Typical class is 5 credits (5 hours per week) • One credit = one hour of class time • Typical quarter = 15 credits, no more than 18!
- 18. Registration Tools •Catalog (online) or $5.00 at the bookstore •Quarterly Schedule •Live Online Schedule (more updated) •Registration Form – please fill before your registration appointment.
- 19. Where to find the registration forms!
- 21. When changing your Schedule… Adding or dropping a class be sure to fill out the form BEFORE seeing the advisor!!
- 22. Fill out your form and get any required signatures BEFORE you meet with an advisor!
- 23. Math and English
- 24. ESL/English Placement ESL level 5 ESL level 6 ESL 99 ESL 100 English 101 10 credits 10 credits 10 credits 5 credits 5 credits • English 101 is college level English • ESL 100 will count for an elective class toward most degrees. It may or may not transfer to university. • ESL 050, 060, and 99 do not transfer, but are considered academic preparation. • Most students need to complete ESL 095
- 25. MATH PLACEMENT
- 26. Do you need Math? •Yes: • If you plan to get ANY type of degree from Shoreline • If you plan to transfer to a 4 year university •No: • If you took a college level math class at a US college or university—see an advisor • If you are only taking ESL at Shoreline
- 27. Math Placement • Many times math scores are too low. • Not everyone needs to re-take the test. • After retaking the test, if you are still not satisfied, you can talk with a Math Instructor .
- 28. Math—what do your results mean?
- 30. Practice • Testing Center information including math practice! • http://www.shoreline.edu/math/handouts.html • COMPASS Practice tests • http://www.act.org/compass/tests/math.html • Numerical Skills • http://www.act.org/compass/sample/pdf/numerical.pdf • College Algebra • http://www.act.org/compass/sample/pdf/geometry.pdf • Math Review by Topic • http://shoreline.edu/math/Math_Review_and_Practice.htm • Math Handout Sheets • http://www.shoreline.edu/math/handouts.html
- 33. Types of Grades •Decimal Grading •P / NC Grading •Student Option Grading •W = Withdrawal
- 34. Transcripts An official record of all the classes you’ve taken at Shoreline and your grade in each course.
- 35. Grade Point Average (GPA) • 4.0 = A • 3.0 = B • 2.0 = C • 1.0 = D • Below 1.0 = fail • Scholastic Standard = 1.75 GPA or higher Visit the online GPA Calculator at: http://www.shoreline.edu/advising/gpa.htm
- 36. Important Dates • Check the quarterly schedule for important dates!! For example: • Last Day for 100% refund = • April 6th • Last day for 50% refund = • April 20th Also available online at: http://www.shoreline.edu/calendars/academic-calendar.aspx
- 37. Advising Assistance • Appointments (1/2 hour) • online calendar • next day only • Department Advisors and Faculty • Walk-in advising (5-10 minute answer)
- 38. Walk-in Advising Full Walk-in schedule available in your Green Binder!
- 39. Express Advising
- 40. WALK-IN ADVISING •Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 10:30 – 12:00 & 2:00pm-3:30pm •Wednesday & Friday: Appointments Only DISCLAIMERS: On very busy days, sign-up may need to end at least 15 minutes before the end of walk-in. Please bring something to do while you wait!
- 41. WALK-IN SCENARIOS • Scenario# 1: Student needs an I-20 signed for travel. Express or Regular? • Scenario #2: Student would like to ask a question about transferring to UW in business. Express or Regular? • Scenario #3: Student has been on a waitlist for a class and now has the instructor’s signature to add the class and has NO questions? Student has filled out her Schedule Change form already. Express or Regular? • Scenario #4: Student would like to add a class to his schedule, but isn’t sure what class to add. Express or Regular?
- 42. WALK-IN VS APPOINTMENTS • Scenario# 1: Student has question about his next quarter classes. Walk-in or appointment? • Scenario #2: Student wants to make an academic plan. Walk-in or appointment? • Scenario #3: Student wants help choosing classes. Walk-in or appointment? • Scenario #4: Student needs prerequisites for a business major for out-of-state schools. Walk-in or appointment?
- 43. New Student Check-in Meeting April 6th 12:30 – 1:30 9208 (QDR)
- 44. Registration Appointment INSTRUCTIONS Registered by Groups Listen for instructions & Look for your Name Pick up Appointment Card (see volunteer) REMINDERS Find bldg location (Library 4214 or PUB 9102) Arrive on time & sign in with volunteer Bring green notebook & yellow Registration Form Do not exchange cards with friends QUESTIONS? Please ask an advisor: Erin, Lisa or Cynthia
- 45. Next Steps • Attend your registration group • Pay Tuition by the first day of classes • Make your ID card (bring your registration receipt and a photo ID) • Attend the REQUIRED New Student Check-in Meeting.
- 46. Good luck! Remember that we’re here to help you!