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SHEPARD ACADEMIC RESOURCE CENTER FRESH NEWS ISSUE 6
OCTOBER 2017 |
| Preparing for Spring Registration! After returning from Fall Break, registration for the Spring Semester will be right around the corner. Unlike this summer when you were registered for classes by your school or college, you will register yourself for you next semester of classes. Registration is done on-line through Self-Serve. Online registration begins on Monday, November 6 for seniors. See the Advance Registration Schedule to see your registration day and time. The Spring Semester 2018 course schedule can be viewed in Self-Serve by clicking the Student tab, then Registration, then Look Up Classes. This is the most up-to-date schedule and also shows how many slots are available in the class. All students need a PIN number from their advisor in order to register. Depending on your school, you may be required to submit a course plan and/or meet with your advisor to recieve your PIN. See below for instructions on how to get your PIN and register based on your school or college.
College of Arts & Sciences
- Build a course plan, fill out your registration form, and then schedule an appointment with any CAS Program Counselor to review your Spring registration plan and receive approval and your PIN.
- Contacts: (CAS Program Counselors) Aimee Davidse davidse@up.edu, Becca Van Drimmelen vandrimm@up.edu, and Katie Richardson richardk@up.edu
- College of Arts & Sciences phone: 503-943-7221
Undeclared:
- Build a course plan, fill out your registration form, and then schedule an appointment with Katie Richardson at richardk@up.edu to review your Spring registration plan and receive approval and your PIN.
- Contacts: Katie Richardson (Program Counselor) richardk@up.edu
- College of Arts & Sciences phone: 503-943-7221
Business:
- Submit a grad plan to bizplans@up.edu. You will receive an email with feedback or approval and your PIN.
- Contacts: Molly Cullen (Program Counselor) cullenm@up.edu
- School of Business phone: 503-943-7224
Education:
- Schedule a meeting with your faculty advisor to discuss your next semester and receive your PIN. You will fill out the paper registration form with your advisor and then drop off a copy at the School of Education.
- Contacts: Annie Popoff (Program Counselor) popoff@up.edu
- School of Education phone: 503-943-7135
Engineering:
- Turn in a Degree Plan Worksheet (from Engineering) to the Shiley Dean’s Suite. You will receive your PIN by email.
- Contacts: Lindsay Chelton (Program Counselor) chelton@up.edu
- School of Engineering phone: 503-943-7292
Nursing:
- Submit your lower division forecasting forms via email AND submit hard copy of a registration form to Elisa Majors at majorse@up.edu. You will receive your PIN number by email.
- Contacts: Elisa Majors (Program Counselor) majorse@up.edu
- School of Nursing phone: 503-942-7211
Registration pointers to keep in mind:- You can pick up paper registration forms in the Office of the Registrar in Waldschmidt, first floor, or in the Shepard Center in Buckley Center room 101.
- Before your advising meeting, have your schedule planned with several alternative classes in mind. You can use a course plan for your academic major to help you plan your schedule.
- You can get a course plan from your academic major school or department, or you can refer to the UP Bulletin or your DegreeWorks, which you can access through your pilots portal. If you are undeclared, then you can look at the required core classes and other classes that you want to explore.
- Holds: make sure to check your account before registration to ensure you don't have any holds that prevent you from registering. You can check this in Self-Serve on the Pilots Portal under “View Holds”. You will not be able to register with a hold on your account.
- Know yourself. When building your schedule, keep in mind class times that will work best for you.
- If you have questions about planning your schedule or registration, come into the SARC! You can give us a call at 503-943-7895, email us at sarc@up.edu, or come in during our drop-in hours below.
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Workshops: GPA 911 and Time Management
GPA 911 Workshop
Tuesday, November 7th from 6-7PM in Franz 006. RSVP for the GPA 911 Workshop here. This is not going to be a session on how to take notes, read your books, study for exams – this is a session about how to understand what grades mean at UP, for each school or for each subject. We will not be discussing any student’s individual grades or asking students to share about their grades, but we will answer any questions that you may have about grades.
Time Management and Organization Workshop
Wednesday, November 8th from 6-7PM in Franz 231. RSVP for the Time Management Workshop here. Bring the syllabus of the class or classes you would like to review in more depth. Here you can go through specifics of how to manage your work load and still have free time.
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Registering for Calculus?
All students who are not currently in Math 112 (Pre-Calculus II) but want to take Math 201 (Calculus I) in the spring must pass the math placement exam prior to registering for the course. To register for the 25-question online exam, please email Dr. Carolyn James ( jamesc@up.edu) by November 1 st. If you’re not sure if you need to take Calculus, talk to your academic advisor or stop by the Shepard Academic Resource Center in BC 101.
If you are majoring in Biological or Life Sciences and do not plan on taking Calculus II (MTH 202), please be sure to enroll in BioCalculus (MTH 201BI). These special sections of Calculus I focus specifically on content and applications relevant for environmental and life sciences.
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Leadership Courses Available for Spring 2018 Did you know that some of the top things employers are looking in their candidates are leadership skills? Do you want to set yourself apart when applying for internships, jobs, and service opportunities? Would you like to possess leader habits such as being more courageous and motivational? Consider registering for a Spring Semester leadership course in the Franz Center Leader Certificate Program. Courses are 1 credit and meet once per week in the spring. All students are able to register for the first course in the program (LDR 225). All majors are welcome! Students who enroll in the Leader Certificate Program receive priority in the RA selection process with Residence Life! Students who enroll in the Leader Certificate Program (by taking LDR 225) also receive priority in the selection process for the new Global Perspectives on Leadership course.
The Leader Certificate Program is designed to provide leaders with the tools, knowledge, and ability to impact and inspire their followers using the key leader habits. Start your leadership journey by enrolling in LDR 225 for the spring!
“None of my major-oriented classes have been as beneficial as the Leader Certificate Program in relation to my education and my career. The Leader Certificate Program adds valuable life skills to any major - skills that are often overlooked within specific fields of study.” – Gabe Ablin, Class of 2017
Check out this video of the difference the Leader Certificate Program made for one of the graduates of the program.
LDR 225 Spring Course Options: - Monday 10:20am – David Lester
- Tuesday 5:15pm – Chris Haug
- Tuesday 7:10pm – Molly Cullen
- Wednesday 9:15am – Dr. Stephanie Salomone
- Wednesday 1:35pm – Dr. Jennette Lovejoy
- Thursday 4:30pm – Gina Loschiavo
If you are in need of financial assistance, please complete the LDR scholarship application. Scholarship applications are due by Friday, December 8th, 2017.
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Academic Warnings and Midterm Grades After Fall Break, there are only seven weeks left of the semester. Many students begin receiving Academic Warnings, especially after midterms. These reports come from professors who think that you are in danger of failing if you continue in the same pattern for the rest of the semester. While these warnings are not noted on your transcripts, a copy is placed in your permanent record for the University. Professors give academic warnings for any number of reasons. There are seven categories for the warnings and a professor may be concerned for one or more reasons. These warnings do not mean that you are going to fail the class. The instructor simply thinks that you may fail if you do not improve in an aspect of your studies. These warnings should not be ignored. A warning means that something in your behavior has to change in order to pass the class. Be advised: Not all professors give academic warnings. The University does not require that they do. If you aren’t sure, talk to your professor. Also, keep track of your grades. By doing this, you can avoid any unpleasant surprises. Professors are required to post mid-term grades for all 100 and 200 level courses. Midterm grades are due to be posted by Friday, October 20, 2017. This grade, while not an official grade that will be posted on a transcript, will show the student’s grade at mid-semester. Midterm grades can be found in your Pilot’s Portal under Self-Serve, Student, Midterm Grades. You can also calculate your current GPA using the GPA calculator in Degree Works. If you received a mid-term grade below a C, the Shepard Academic Resource Center will be reaching out to you via email to offer support and to talk about how grades are different in college as compared to high school. For example, in order to maintain your University financial aid, you must maintain an overall GPA of a 2.0. If the Shepard Center sends you an email, please know that our purpose is to be a safe place to talk about your grades and your academic experience. If you have received a warning, seek help. If what troubles you is the course material itself, consult the professor or go to the department-coordinated workshops. If your problem lies in time management or a need for tutors, visit the Shepard Academic Resource Center (SARC) in BC 101. If you have any other questions that need answering, the SARC will assist in any way possible.
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Improve Your Research Project with Help From the Experts Did you know the Clark Library has people available to help you with research? Researching a topic involves finding information sources that you can learn from and use for assignments. The process can have stressful moments because it often takes longer than you might expect to find quality sources. These are the most common questions students ask us - I use Google, but I spend a lot of time trying to find something relevant. Are there other search tools that might work better?
- I can’t find anything on my topic. Is there really nothing, or is there something I can do to improve my search strategy?
- I found something, but I’m not sure if it is scholarly or peer reviewed. How can I tell?
- I think I found a good source. How can I get the full text of it?
- I’m writing my paper, but I’m confused about citing my sources. How can I figure out how to do this?
Whenever you have these types of questions, remember you are not alone and can get help from the library’s Research team. We offer personalized help in many ways and at all hours. Stop by the Research Desk on the main floor, use the 24/7 Library Chat, or make an appointment. This semester we launched a new and easy way to book a librarian. Bottom line: we like to help and asking for advice is a sign of a smart researcher! Use the Writing Assignment Calculator to guide you through the process of writing a paper. It will create a timeline and provide guidance for each stage of your research.
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Living in Portland
- Ready to take on the scariest haunted houses in Portland? Check out FearPDX, FrightTown and 13th Door.
- Head to Sauvie Island for pumpkin patches, corn mazes, and hay rides! Check out The Pumpkin Patch and Bella Organic.
- Local coffee shop Cathedral is just a bike ride away from campus, great for studying and coffee. They also serve weekend brunch!
- The McMenamins in St. Johns has a movie theatre! Enjoy a burger and fries while catching a flick.
- Portland has two beauty schools, and both offer services at a super discounted rate. Check out Aveda and Paul Mitchell.
- Glowing Greens mini-golf is a fun, indoor course. Stay dry while playing with friends!
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Be Healthy & Stay Healthy As the school year progresses, students find themselves in the midst of tests and exams, especially right before Fall Break. And, to make matters worse, many usually find themselves sick. As soon as the windows in dorms are shut for the year and the weather becomes more typical to Portland (rainy and cold), it is important for students to take precautions to avoid getting the flu bug. Make sure you are drinking lots of water. Also, make sure you are getting plenty of fruits and vegetables to eat. And more importantly than these two? SLEEP! Students usually don’t get enough sleep, and unfortunately, this can mean the difference between catching a cold and preventing it. If you do find yourself having difficulty managing stress or illness, don’t hesitate to contact the Health and Counseling Center, (503) 943-7134. The Health and Counseling Center will be partnering with Wal-Mart pharmacy to offer a flu clinic this year. - October 27th, 4-7pm in the Mehling Ballroom
Students can bring their insurance card with prescription benefit information to avoid an out-of-pocket cost. *Please note: Kaiser and Group Health insurance cannot be billed at this clinic. Please visit a local Kaiser clinic for services. Please consider getting vaccinated not only for your health, but also those around you.
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Did you know...- You can check out new releases and other movies from the library?
- The Moreau Center provides cars for students who want to volunteer off campus?
Get Involved at UP! Now that you are finally settled, it’s time to get involved. No matter what your interest, UP has the club for you. Drop by the Student Activities Office (located in St. Mary’s) for information, call (503) 943-7470, or visit the the Student Activities website.
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