ARC
What does ARC stand for? Name two services that are offered in the space
Academic Resource Center
Tutoring, the Writing Center, SI, Disability Services, specialized test taking, etc.
When can you withdrawal from a course?
There is a set date every semester, usually about 2/3 into the semester
Who do you contact to receive disability services?
Kristen Wharton in the ARC
Full time status as a student is defined as taking ___ hours
12
What is academic probation, and what results from being on it for more than one semester?
Falling below university standards and GPA as outlined by the student handbook. More than one semester results in Academic Suspension
What classes are tutoring services offered for? (Name at least three subjects)
Math, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, GPS, etc.
How does withdrawing from a course affect your GPA?
It does not, but it does remain on your transcript
Give one example of a living accommodation and one example of a learning accommodation
Living: emotional support animal
Learning: extra testing time, specialized setting, etc.
A regular course load is considered up to ___ hours. Course overload can be taken up to ___ hours with what two requirements?
18, 22, a GPA that follows overload guidelines and advisor approval
In order to get off of academic probation, a __ step process is used to get you back on track
4. An online Applied Learning Strategies seminar, a self-assessment, a contract, and a meeting with either the Director of the Academic Resource Center or the Director of Academic Advising.
SI Sessions are primarily offered for courses with a ___% or greater D,F,W rate
50%
If the withdrawn course is retaken, how does it display on your transcript?
The "W" will remain in brackets, but the new grade will be shown in the semester that the course is taken
Name one type of appropriate documentation that can prove a student has a disability
Doctors note (most common)
Courses with prerequisites require a grade of a __ or above in the prerequisite to take the next sequenced class
C or C+, depending on the department
What is the GPA to be placed in immediate academic suspension? What does this result in?
Below a 1.00 or completely failing all classes in a semester. You may not return to classes the following semester.
Name one of two ways you can set up a tutoring appointment
1. Go to the ARC and use the provided computer
2. Go online to sign up at wingate.redrock.go (should be a link in an email from the beginning of the semester)
Where can you obtain a withdraw form? Who besides yourself must sign it for approval?
The professor who teaches the course and your academic advisor
Is there a deadline for submitting accommodations?
No, but documentation may take up to 4 weeks to approve depending on volume of requests
Who is the on campus resource for schedule building?
Alex Finley
How can you appeal academic suspension?
Write a letter to the office of student success explaining your situation and tell them why you deserve another chance. List any extenuating circumstances that may have caused the suspension
Name two services the Writing Center can assist you with
Editing papers, finding sources, determining primary sources from secondary, etc.
Where can you obtain a withdrawal form? Name one of two ways
On WUSync, or a paper version from the Registrar
A student qualifies for disability services if they meet two requirements. What are they?
For most majors, what is the minimum hour requirement to be able to graduate?
125
What does the university suggest to return to "satisfactory academic standing"? List at least two things
Meet with your advisor to discuss your choice of major and a plan for academic improvement. Attend every class. Actively participate in class discussions. Meet often with your professors during their office hours. Use an academic planner or calendar to keep up with your course work. Utilize the academic resources available on campus.