Advising 101
What is the purpose of academic advising?
What is to assist in the developing of educational goals that are consistent with personal interests, values and abilities?
What is a registration hold, and how can you resolve it?
What is a hold is a restriction placed on a student's account that prevents them from registering for classes. It can be resolved by addressing any outstanding financial issues, academic holds, or administrative issues?
What is a major, and why is it important to choose one?
what is a major is a specific area of study that a student chooses to focus on during their undergraduate education. It is important to choose one to align your coursework with your career goals and interests?
What are 5 clubs in the school?
What is Student Government Association, Environmental Club, Pre-Law Club,Latin American Society, and Nurse Club etc.?
What does GPA stand for, and why is it important?
What is Grade Point Average?
it is important because it reflects a student's academic performance and is often used by employers, graduate schools, and scholarship committees to evaluate applicants
Who and where can you consult for academic advising?
What is Your academic advisor or Chairperson?
Via Navigate to schedule appointment or got to CCS In room 7100
Name one common reason why a student might not be able to register for a course.
what is a student might not be able to register for a course is if they have not met the prerequisite requirements?
True or False: Changing your major can affect your progress towards graduation.
What is True. Changing your major can affect your progress towards graduation as it may require taking additional courses or extending your time in college to fulfill new major requirements.
True or False: Time management skills are important for balancing academics and extracurricular activities.
What is True?
Time management skills are essential for balancing academics and extracurricular activities effectively.
Define the term "academic probation" and explain what it means for a student.
What is a status given to students who fail to meet the minimum GPA requirement set by the college?
It typically results in restricted academic privileges and serves as a warning that improvement is needed to avoid further consequences.
True or False: It's mandatory in freshman year to meet with your academic advisor.
what is true?
It is recommended that you meet with you advisor to see if you are on track to graduation.
You can meet via zoom or in person.
True or False: Every student at SFC registers the same day and time for their classes.
What is Wrong?
Students receive an email with the time and date they should register.
Registration dates and times are assigned based on factors such as class standing and enrollment status.
Name one on campus resource you can use to explore different majors and career paths.
What is CSS and CCE?
Name one campus resource that offers support for students' mental health and well-being and where you can find it?
What is Health and Wellness in Room 7205?
True or False: "Gen Ed" refers to courses that are specific to a student's chosen major.
What is False?
"Gen Ed" refers to general education courses that cover a broad range of subjects outside of a student's chosen major.
How can academic advisors help you with course selection?
what is academic advisors can help you with course selection by providing information on degree requirements, suggesting courses that align with your academic and career goals, and offering guidance on course sequencing?
What is the difference between a prerequisite and General Body of Knowledge class?
what is a prerequisite is a course that must be completed before taking another course, while a General Body of Knowledge class is a required course that covers fundamental knowledge and skills applicable to all students?
What are some factors you should consider when choosing a major?
What is interests
strengths
career goals
job market demand
salary potential
alignment with values and skills ?
What is the purpose of a syllabus, and why is it important to review it at the beginning of each semester?
What is a document provided by instructors at the beginning of each course that outlines course objectives, expectations, assignments, grading criteria, and other important information?
Give an elevator pitch on why you chose your major.
Must be 30 SECONDS
Name one General Body of Knowledge class every student has to take while at SFC.
what is the General Body of Knowledge class every student has to take while at SFC is "Introduction to College Writing" or Religion?
Describe what to do if your preferred course is already full.
Wha is you can add yourself to the waitlist if available, look for alternative sections or courses, or consult with your academic advisor for alternative options?
Describe where and how you can view your progress for your major.
what is login to student portal or contact your academic advisor for assistance?
Describe one benefit of getting involved in a student organization or club on campus.
What is that it provides opportunities for networking, developing leadership skills, making new friends, and enhancing your college experience?
What time and day are Jackies Office hours?
What is Thursday from 1-3:30?