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- 1. “ TRANSFER mation ” Social & Academic Success Strategies for transfer students at UB Presented by: Student Advising Services 109 Norton Hall With help from: UB Tau Sigma members
- 2. TOP 10 TIPS Time management is the key to success. GET INVOVLED! Interacting with others gives you a sense of belonging to the UB community. Always Ask QUESTIONS!!! And don’t stop until you get an answer you feel comfortable with. Remember that registration for the next semester is during the current semester. Be aware of deadlines! There’s one for just about everything. Know what resources are available to you. Read all information you receive- carefully ! Get to know your professors – they can be a great help, especially when you need recommendations for grad school or jobs. Go to class! Make time for things you enjoy doing. You can use them as rewards for studying hard or completing an assignment.
- 3. MANAGING YOUR TIME 168 HOURS PER WEEK - HOW WILL YOU USE THEM? Academics: class hours - 15 credits (example) study hours - 15 x 2 = 30 total hours - 45 per week Social & Family: ? Work: ? Personal: sleep, groom, eat, commute, etc. ? TOTAL 168 HOURS
- 4. TIME MANAGEMENT TIPS Plan ahead! Use a daily planner Schedule study time Schedule social time DO NOT PROCRASTINATE! Review your daily schedule each morning Break up large tasks or projects Write “TO DO” lists Use waiting time Delegate tasks BE REALISTIC ABOUT YOUR TIME COMMITMENTS!
- 5. GET INVOLVED! UB has over 180 clubs & organizations Academic; ethnic; Greek; service; sporting; hobbies, etc… Your Student Activity Fee funds these clubs To find out more visit room 330 Student Union AND pay attention to the many flyers around campus! Joining a club is a great way to meet people, get connected to campus and develop leadership skills!
- 6. ASK QUESTIONS!!! If you have questions regarding: Financial Aid, TAP, Billing, Grade reports, DARS, Addresses, etc. go to 232 CAPEN HALL STUDENT RESPONSE CENTER …the staff members there will assist with these issues or refer you to a specialist!
- 7. CRITICAL SOURCES FOR ACADEMIC INFORMATION MYUB.buffalo.edu One page with links to: the CATALOG, WEB REGISTRATION, CLASS SCHEDULE, E-MAIL, DARS, TAURUS and more! advising.buffalo.edu Campus advising directory, student responsibilities, choosing a major information, etc. src.buffalo.edu Important financial and academic calendars/dates, deadlines, forms, procedures
- 8. ADVISING ACROSS THE CAMPUS STUDENT ADVISING SERVICES- FOR UNDECIDED/EXPLORATORY STUDENTS- 645-6013 - 109 Norton COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCE - FOR INTENDED MAJORS & SPECIAL MAJORS: 275 Park Hall, 645 - 6883 DEANS’ OFFICES: MANAGEMENT, ARCHITECTURE, PUBLICH HEALTH & HEALTH PROFESSIONS, PHARMACY, MEDICINE/BIOMEDICAL SCIECNES, NURSING, AND ENGINEERING DEPARTMENTAL ADVISING - FOR MAJORS
- 9. WHAT IF I DON’T KNOW WHAT I WANT TO STUDY? Most students change their major, and some do so several times. That is OK!!! Explore what UB has to offer and what really interests you. Ask about a Special Major. Talk to an Academic Advisor. Visit the Career Planning and Placement Office, 259 Capen, 645 - 2232 : career resources, resumes, job information, and much more - start now not senior year!!!
- 10. WHAT IF I NEED HELP WITH COURSES? Everyone does some time. Start with your instructors; get help at once. Attend all discussion sections. Get to know your instructors and TA’s. Visit the Learning Center : 218 Baldy Hall, 645 - 2394 for free tutoring in Math, Writing. - Residence Hall tutoring Centers for help with intro level courses in Chemistry, Biology, Physics, ECO, PSY and more.
- 11. WHAT IF THINGS AREN’T ALL WORKING OUT? Going to college requires an adjustment and takes some time. People can help. See your academic advisor or residence hall advisor Visit the Counseling Center - 120 Richmond Quad, 645 - 2720 - for free help from the experts who know how college students really feel about college and life!
- 12. CAMPUS RESOURCES GSE 155 Methods of Inquiry . Learn to think critically, study for understanding. Academic Success Workshops- topics include: Time Management; Study Skills; Test Anxiety; Choosing a Major; Building a Schedule. (Sponsored by: Life Workshops, Counseling Center & Student Advising Services.) Transfer Support Services- Peer Mentor Program; Honor Society; workshops; events academic advice and more.
- 13. RESOURCES(con’t) Computer Information Technology Help Desk - 2 nd floor Lockwood Library 645-3542 or the CYBRARY. Student Association Office - 350 Student Union, 645-2950. Student Clubs and Activities information. Wellness Education Center - 116 Student Union, 645-2837. Workshops deal with the wellness dimensions.
- 14. PROFESSORS Should be your first contact if having trouble with a course Have different teaching styles that you must adjust to All have open OFFICE HOURS and e-mail addresses Utilize them to find out more about a specific subject or field Have high expectations for college students; they will treat you as an adult
- 15. IN THE CLASSROOM Be an ACTIVE learner (vs. a passive learner) Sit in the front of the class Helps to develop good listening skills Take clear and concise notes Don’t be afraid to ASK QUESTIONS!
- 16. STUDY SKILLS Organize your study place Try to study in the same place Estimate your study time needed Organize your time Identify what to study ALWAYS STUDY DIFFICULT SUBJECTS FIRST!
- 17. READING/STUDY SKILLS Connecting ideas when reading. Make outlines and study sheets. Discover the purpose behind assignments. Try to see how each assignment fits with the rest of the course.
- 18. READING AS STUDYING Do not RE-READ the whole book when studying for an exam Scan contents, chapter headings, sub-headings Skim over chapter before reading entirely Skimming and scanning help to locate information that you can discard Carefully review tables, charts, side boxes, etc.
- 19. MORE STUDY SKILLS Use immediate review Look over class notes w/in 2 hours Review headings of chapters & form a ? for each heading Use many sensory channels to store information Elaborate on material you want to recall
- 20. ACADEMIC DIFFICULTY Responsible students don’t ignore it! Is normal in college. Has no bearing on your level of intelligence. Talk w/ your instructor. Meet with other students from class. Seek extra help-TUTORING Consider RESIGNING from the course Talk to your advisor!
- 21. FINANCIAL AID Financial aid includes: federal LOANS, federal GRANTS, New York State TAP & Scholarships KNOW YOUR RIGHTS & RESPONSIBILITIES Your ACADEMIC responsibilities for each of these types of aid will vary!
- 22. HAVE FUN! Make time to socialize; attend cultural/sporting events; exercise; get off campus; and relax with family and friends! REWARD YOURSELF for working hard in college.
- 23. WHAT’S THE POINT… The assumption is that your GOAL is to do the best that you can in college. GOALS are targets toward which you aim. GOALS help you to define your priorities. GOALS, when achieved, are a reason to reward yourself.