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100
These classes are all about helping you have the best possible EXPERIENCE during your FIRST YEAR at UMSL.
Answer: a First Year Experience class (University Studies or Cultural Traditions or Intro to Engineering, Veterans Transition Seminar, etc...) Junior Level Writing
100
True/False: UMSL has a standard attendance policy
Answer: False
100
True/False-- 120 is the minimum number of hours you need to complete to graduate with a Bachelor's.
Answer: True
100
This is the minimum number of advisors every student has.
Answer: TWO. Every student has at least one professional academic advisor and one faculty advisor.
100
This is the one stop shop for course objectives, course schedule, professor contact information and office hours, class overview, grading policies, meeting times and location.
Answer: the syllabus
200
Studies show that this is the #1 habit that contributes to success at the university.
Answer: Time Management (Balancing Study, Sleep, Exercise, Healthy Eating, Socializing)
200
This GPA is the minimum academic standard at UMSL.
Answer: 2.0
200
These classes, in addition to your major, make you a well-rounded and interesting person.
Answer: General Education Classes & Electives
200
This is the number of credit hours you should take per semester if you want to graduate in four years.
Answer: 15 hours a semester.
200
If you're struggling or you just need a little extra motivation, these are great offices to visit.
Answer: Campus resources
300
Your GPA will be better if you sit in this area of the class. (Hint: it's not the back row)
Answer: T-ZONE
300
This is what can happen if you fall below a 2.0 GPA.
Answer: Oh, you're in for a treat.
300
In addition to your major, you can earn a _______ by using your elective credits strategically.
Answer: Minor and/or Certificate
300
This is the maximum number of credit hours you can take in one semester.
Answer: 18 credit hours*
300
There are over 100 of these on campus just waiting for you to join!
Answer: Student Organizations
400
Make sure you get to know this person in each of your classes. They're a big deal.
Answer: Faculty Member
400
This is the place to go when you are unsure about drop dates, deadlines, etc...
Answer: Your advising office!
400
A(n) __________ is a way to earn class credit and/or real world professional experience. (Hint: it might even be paid.)
Answer: internship
400
This is what happens if you get overwhelmed and stop going to class.
Answer: Well we're about to show you!
400
This is who to talk to if you miss a class, want to join a study group, grab food in the Nosh or attend a campus event.
Answer: Classmates
500
This is the average number of times students change their major.
Answer:4
500
This is the person MOST in charge of your academic success.
Answer:You!