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SHEPARD ACADEMIC RESOURCE CENTER
FRESH NEWS ISSUE 5 OCTOBER 2017 |
Major Considerations
Are any of these true for you?
- You’re finding that your major might not be for you
- You’re an undeclared student who found something you’re passionate about and would like to major in
- You’re considering double majoring or adding a minor
- You have a class you are concerned about and wonder if you should stay in it
If you have a class you are concerned about, come to the Shepard Academic Resource Center to find out about your options. We will help you understand the nuances of school, grades, and GPA requirements.
You can change your major at most points in your time at the University of Portland. If you’re just starting to think about what might be a good fit for you, you could first talk to the Career Center in Orrico Hall. Not only do they have surveys to help you explore potential careers complementary to your interests and skills, the staff is there to help you with everything from deciding on a major to finding an internship or career. If you have a major/minor in mind and want to discuss what that might look like over the next few years, you can stop by the SARC in BC 101 to create a 4-year plan. Once you have selected an academic major, fill out the online form to complete the process. For more information, or to fill out a form, visit the Registrar’s website at up.edu/registrar
The professional schools (Engineering, Business, Education, and Nursing) have special requirements for gaining acceptance, so you’ll need to speak with the program coordinator in these schools prior to requesting a major change. You can make an appointment with the program coordinators by contacting that particular school office:
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| FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) Available October 1st
For the 2018-2019 school year, the FAFSA will be available starting October 1, 2017. Students will utilize their 2016 tax information to complete the FAFSA application. It is important to complete the FAFSA as early as possible to maximize financial aid eligibility. The priority deadline to submit your FAFSA to the University of Portland is January 15, 2018.
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Enroll In "Global Perspectives on Leadership: New Zealand" Course For Spring 2018!
Applications are due October 15th for the Leader Certificate Program’s new “Global Perspectives on Leadership: New Zealand” course! Have you considered applying?! Live and learn from the Maori way of life! Explore global sustainability issues! Cultivate community across the globe! Experience outdoor adventure and leadership by hiking, climbing, and rafting through Tongariro National Park! The Global Perspectives on Leadership course (LDR 391) involves three phases of instruction: classroom instruction, field experience, and community/social justice outreach. This three-credit course will be offered beginning in Spring Semester 2018 for enrolled students participating in the subsequent phases of the course. We will travel to New Zealand for the month of May (2018). Students who successfully complete all requirements for this course will receive the distinction of “Emphasis in Global Leadership” on his or her Leader Certificate upon completion of the Leader Certificate Program. Priority will be given to students who are enrolled in the Leader Certificate Program who have taken or are currently taking LDR 225.
For more information about this new course, visit the Franz Center page on the UP Website. Applications are available through the Studies Abroad Website and are due October 15th, 2017. For questions, please contact Dr. Dave Houglum, Director for Leadership, at houglum@up.edu.
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Fall Break: Start Planning Early
With Fall Break just around the corner (October 16th – 20th), it's a perfect time to start making plans. During fall break, all residence halls, including Haggerty & Tyson Halls, will remain open. RA’s will not be on duty, but at least one Hall Director will be in the residence hall during break. Campus dining hours will vary slightly over the break:
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The Pilot House Friday 10/13/17 – Closes at 7:30pm Saturday & Sunday (10/14-10/15) - CLOSED Monday – Friday (10/16-10/20) - 7:30am-7:30pm Saturday & Sunday (10/21-10/22) - CLOSED Monday 10/23/17- Reopened with regular hours Bauccio Commons Friday 10/13/17: 7:30am-7:30pm Saturday & Sunday (10/14-10/15)- 9am-7:30pm Monday – Friday (10/16-10/20) - CLOSED Saturday 10/21/17- Reopened with regular hours The Anchor Friday 10/13/17 – Closes at 2:30pm Fall Break (10/14-10/22) - CLOSED
Monday 10/23/16- Reopened with regular hours
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Outdoor Pursuits
Want to explore the great outdoors? Sign up for one of the trips being offered through Outdoor Pursuits, including white water rafting, hiking, and biking. Here is a list of this year’s upcoming trips, and don’t forget to check them out on Facebook!
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Fun Around Portland Not sure what to do with your time over break? Check out one of the many fun activities Portland has to offer!
- OMSI (The Oregon Museum of Science and Industry) has many events happening during Fall Break week.
- Want to get lost in a corn maze or pick out a pumpkin to carve? Visit one of the local pumpkin patches: Bella Organic, the Sauvie Island Pumpkin Patch, or the original corn maze.
- Check out these Portland City Events, featuring food, music, and Halloween happenings.
- The coast is only a 1.5 hour drive from Portland. Craving some sand between your toes? Take a trip to Cannon Beach or Seaside.
- The Portland Zoo is fun any time of year! Don't forget to check out Zoo Lights in December.
- Act like a local for the week and visit the popular areas of town: NW 23rd, Portland Satuday Market, Alberta Street, the Pearl, or the Hawthorne District.
- St. Helens celebrates the Spirit of Halloweentown all month long. Check out their Facebook page here.
- Get your shop on at Lloyd Center (N Portland), Pioneer Place (Downtown), Washington Square (near Beaverton), Cascade Station (near the airport), or the favorite local resale store - Buffalo Exchange (downtown & Hawthorne locations).
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Tutoring Help
It has finally happened. Procrastination has caught up with you. Your French test was a disaster; a night of cramming left you muttering incomprehensible French terms, but all you know is “je ne sais pas”.
You glance at the test results. Oops! From even just one test, your professor will send an academic warning if he or she thinks you are in danger of failing the course. To prevent all this from happening, resources are available. Tutoring is available from trained peers in the Learning Commons in Buckley Center 163.
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Other Tips for Improving Your Study Skills: Remember, studying requires more effort than high school days. Plan on spending two to three hours of studying for every hour of actual class. The mind can retain more information for a longer time when study sessions are spaced out, occur more frequently, and are shorter. It takes a little more time, but the effort and the sleep you get the night before the test will be worth it. If you need help managing your time, come into the Shepard Academic Resource Center where we can help you get a better handle on things.
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Executive Function Skills Group
Do you have a diagnosis of ADHD? Interested in meeting others with ADHD to share study strategies and practice time management in a supportive atmosphere, on a weekly basis? It’s not too late to join the Executive Function Skills Group! To join, you’ll need to schedule a “group intake” appointment with Melanie Gangle, AES Program Manager, by calling or visiting the BC 163 front desk at 503-943-8002. Questions or want more information? Email Melanie at gangle@up.edu.
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Do You Have a Hold on Your Account?
A HOLD is a restriction put on a student’s account. Depending on the type of hold you have on your account, you may not be able to:
- Register for fall classes
- View your mid-term or final grades
- Request a transcript if you are considering transferring to another university
With registration coming up in a few months, it’s important to check your account early to take care of any holds you might have.
To see if there’s a hold on your account, please follow these instructions:
- Login to the UP Portal at pilots.up.edu
- Click on Self-Serve (the SSB icon under the tab Quick Access)
- Click on the Student tab
- Click on the link Student Records
- Click View Holds
If you have questions about a hold on your account, please contact the appropriate department based on what type of hold you have. The chart below gives descriptions and contact information for hold
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Health & Counseling Center at 503.943.7134
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Registrar's Office at 503.943.7321
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Student Accounts at 503.943.7347
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Residence Life at 503.943.7205
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Did You Know... - If you are tired, even after getting enough sleep, you may be low in iron? Try taking a multi-vitamin or eating more red meat and leafy green vegetables.
- You can check your AP/IB scores in your Degree Works by logging on to the Pilots UP page. If the scores aren’t listed there, check with your school’s program counselor to see if the scores are still being processed or were not received.
- Playing games and checking e-mail on your computer or cell phone is considered to be disruptive to professors? Save these things for after class.
- You should check with your professor to make sure that it is okay you eat in class? Some prefer that you don’t.
- The libary has created new tutorials available in the Virtual Learning Center for guidance on MLA Citation Style, APA Citation Style, and Academic Integrity: Avoiding Plagiarism. Follow the links and sign in using your UP username and password to get started!
In case you missed it… view our past newsletters.
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