College Lingo
Your main course of study
Major
The amount the college/university is charging you for your classes
Tuition
The land that NSU sits on used to be what?
A naval training air field
What does BTC stand for? (Hint: it is an assignment)
Beyond the Classroom
How many pets does Professor Foley have?
4
A secondary set of courses that often complements your major
Minor or concentration
Something students fill out to receive financial aid for college
FAFSA
Before NSU became the Sharks they were this?
The Knights
This activity/assignment gives students an opportunity to get hands-on experience that supports the pursuit of their career goals.
Early Immersion Experience
What is the name of the bus system that runs at NSU?
The Shark Shuttle
Difference between a full-time and part-time student
Full-time student takes 12+ credits, while part-time students take less than 12 credits per semester
Money you can earn for school that does not need to be paid back
Scholarship or grant
Name at least one of the other satellite campuses of NSU.
Fort Myers, Jacksonville, Miami, Miramar, Orlando, Palm Beach, Tampa, San Juan, and Puerto Rico.
Name the three types of learning styles that Professor Foley did an activity for in class?
Visual, auditory, and kinesthetic
Which fast food option was suggested most by your peers for the Week 2 Discussion board?
Chic-fil-a
Something your professor will give you to explain assignments, expectations, grading systems, textbooks, and class policies
Syllabus
What are the two types of federal student loans and the difference between those two types?
Subsidized and unsubsidized. Subsidized does not start accruing interest while you're in college, unsibsidized does.
In the early ’60s the University wanted to develop an innovative educational concept and be known as the _____ of the South.
MIT
During our healthy vs unhealthy relationship lesson we watched a series of videos that had a hashtag, what was that hashtag?
#ThatsNotLove
What was the headline published by the Sun-Sentinel in August that was used for your Week 1 Discussion Board?
Feeding stray cats could get you fired at Nova Southeastern University
Someone who helps you plan your classes and connect you with resources on campus as needed
Advisor
What is the average student's loan debt after graduation?
$23,000
What year was the University established?
1964
Name at least two categories of a beyond the classroom experience.
Cultural Experience, Recreation/Wellness/Athletics Experience, Academic Excellence Experience, Intellectual Engagement
What is the name of the dining option located in the Alvin Sherman Library?
The West End Deli