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100

What is the name of the NSU mascot?

Thunder

100

I could go to the ______ if I had questions about my major, wanted to change a course, or learn more about my degree.

Advising Center/Navigate

100

The crowning moment for art majors is their Senior __________, which is a chance to display their artwork to the public.

Art Exhibition

100

If students need to register for courses, view grades, pay their bill, confirm attendance, they would use this system.

Self Service Banner

100

Each professor dedicates time specifically open to students to answer any questions on the class, offer support, and build connections. Instructors want you to visit during this time. This is called _____ and can be found on every syllabus.

Office Hours

200

Aberdeen is South Dakota’s ________ largest city.

3rd

200

Who is the first resource for everything in the Student Success Center?

Kirsten

200

The next generation of thinkers, innovators, and entrepreneurs show off their skills at this competition.

BIG Idea Competition

200

Online database to search for jobs, internships, or work study positions, students would use this online platform.

WolfWork

200

Faculty advisors would be a good resource to use with questions about your major and can act as a mentor as you begin your experience in the field of study you are in, but I would go to this staff member which is assigned to each student who will be a resource for academic advising and other related topics including. This could include course registration; withdrawals; internships; degree requirements; and referrals to other supportive units on campus.  

Professional (Academic) Advisors

300

The first ________ motel was founded in 1972 in Aberdeen.

Super 8

300

Which SSC office provides support services to first generation and financial eligible college students?

TRIO Student Support Services

300

Our students don’t all just sit in lectures to learn, they also learn by doing! Students have the opportunity to present their knowledge and interests that can have an impact on their field of study at this event.

Undergraduate Research Conference

300

This system is used as a hub by NSU courses where you can find course content, syllabus, participate in discussion boards, submit assignments, and check grades.

D2L

300

This supportive and caring office is available to meet with students to achieve goals related to issues regarding academics, mood, self-esteem, relationships, adjustment to new life circumstances, transitioning to college, grief and loss, and more. This is a free and confidential service students can use 8 times per semester.

Counseling Services

400

During the 1880s, what was Aberdeen’s nickname? Hint: it has to do with an amphibian.

“The Town in Frog Pond.”

400

Which SSC office helps high school students instead of college students? 

TRIO Upward Bound

400

Have fun, stay active, and compete against fellow students in basketball, volleyball, football, softball, soccer, cornhole in this recreation program.

Intermural sports

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