Leveraging Syllabi
It an orient you and give context to how the assignment fits into the wider aims of the course
What is the simplest advice with using office hours
go to office hours
What kind of relationship lead to strongest kind of LoR
genuine relationship with professor
What one word question should you be asking often in college according to the Backstreet Boys and this field?
Why?
Finish the saying: Its not what you know its....
Who you know.
On a syllabus you can find dates for..
important assignments, projects, essays, exams
what is the most obvious reason to attend office hours
get your questions answered about class material
why should you assume you will need letter of rec even if you're unsure?
because its better to be prepared and build relationships early
Why is asking "Why" considered a big shift in college for veterans?
In the military, asking why is often discouraged
What is the lowest friction ways to start networking?
Join student groups
In what ways can a syllabus help with your understanding of your grade?
By breaking down what percentage assignments, exams, and essays are of your final grade
office hours help you practice what importance academic communication skill?
vocalizing questions thoughts and opinions
what's a great low friction way to build relationships with potential recommenders?
attending office hours
what do college professors except you to do when they give you challenging material?
Ask hard, thoughtful, follow up questions
Your intent in networking should be to...
Build meaningful relationships
Where an you find information about your professor's office hours?
Syllabus
how can regularly going to office hours help you beyond the classroom?
improving confidence, communication, realtionship building skills
how much advance notice should you give a professor before they write you a letter?
At least a month
Why is it important to ask yourself why when you are confused by an argument or concept?
to deepen your understand and think critically about the material.
What is a great club to get started with on campus?
SVA, however we encourage you to branch out and seek your interests.
Where can you find your colleges AI policy?
Student handbook
Why are office hours especially useful when asking for letters of rec?
professors write better letters when they know you personally
when asking for LoR, what should you provide to help with the LoR?
Other application material like resume or personal statement
if you can't answer a why question on your own what should you do next
ask your classmates or professor
A great way to gain leadership experience and build your resume is to...