Advisor Training for Orientation Enrollment

1. Advisor Training for Orientation & Enrollment April 28, 2010

3. Assistant Coordinator Candidates Thursday, April 29 Kiley Moody 9:30 a.m., Union 204 10 a.m., Union 206 Brett Bruner 2:30 p.m., Union 204 3 p.m., Union 206 Friday, April 30 Andrea Brown 9:30 a.m., Union 204 10 a.m., Union 206 Stephanie Caron 2:30 p.m., Union 204 3 p.m., Union 206

4. June 2010 Orientation & Enrollment

5. Orientation & Enrollment Schedule 8:00 a.m. – Check in at the Union 8:30 a.m. – TIPS sessions/Parent Program 9:45 a.m. – K-State Show/Parent Informational sessions 11:15 a.m. – College Orientation sessions 12:00 to 3:00 p.m. – K-State Expo

6. June O&E Parking Families will receive a parking permit in the mail. This permit allows entrance into the garage at no cost. The families are able to come and go throughout the day as needed with help from attendants

7. Wildcat Warm-up Pancake Feed with faculty & staff Calling all faculty & staff - please join students attending Wildcat Warm-up for a pancake breakfast feed! Sunday, June 13, 9-10 a.m. Sunday, June 20, 9-10 a.m. K-State Alumni Center Free pancake breakfast will be provided! Danielle Young ddy@k-state.edu & Lauren Aiello laiello@k-state.edu, student coordinators Information about Wildcat Warm-up: http://www.k-state.edu/nss/wildcatwarmup/

8. K-State First A robust and connected university-wide first-year experience program Built on the philosophy that “A great college experience starts with a great first year”

9. K-State First: Key Components First-Year Seminars (30, with ~600 seats) Learning Communities (7, with ~150 seats) KSBN: K-State Book Network GPS: Guide to Personal Success Also: advocacy for first-year students, campus-wide connections, assessment, and more

10. FYS Course Characteristics 22 or fewer students, all first years Common outcomes: communication, critical thinking, and community building Benefits: small class sizes, ample opportunities to interact with teachers and other students, excellent teachers, active learning co-curricular events

11. FYS Course Listing Fall 2010: 30 courses Courses: COMM 323, COMM 326, ECON 110, ENGL 251 (2), ENGL 270 (2), ENGL 285, ENGL 287, ENTOM 301, FSHS 110 (2), GEOG 100, GEOL 100, HIST 251, LEAD 212 (2), MC 110, MLANG 280, MUSIC 250, PHILO 130, POLSC 110, SOCIO 211, WOMST 105 Honors courses: AGEC 121, ENGL 210, ENGL 297, HIST 297, MLANG 297, PHILO 297 Something for everyone!

12. How to enroll in a FYS Seats will become available gradually throughout Freshman Orientation and Enrollment Please enroll students in any available spot; one FYS per student If you’d like to enroll a student in a section that appears to have no openings, please contact Greg or Emily

13. CAT Communities Learning communities of 22 first-year students Built around a common student interest The cohort take together two regular courses plus a one-hour CAT (Connecting Across Topics) Class Each learning community has an undergraduate Learning Assistant to assist the instructor

14. CAT Communities for 2010 Music and Cultural Identity in America Pre-Physical Therapy The Psychology of Prejudice The American Story Making Connections with the Built and Natural Environment Plus two more in the works … [Agriculture and Algebra] [Aviation, Engineering Tech, & Psychology]

15. How to enroll in a CAT Community Students may already be enrolled before orientation (if they sign up early). When meeting with a student who is interested but not yet signed up, contact Greg or Emily. You may also call 785-532-6237 or send the student to the table at the Expo.

16. For June & August Check the website www.k-state.edu/first for up-to-date information & course listings Please recommend the FYS courses and CAT Communities to your first-year advisees Please enroll each student in only one FYS or CAT Community If you have questions, problems, or unique circumstances, please call Greg (785-320-1221) or Emily (785-477-5093). We want to help.

17. KSBN K-State Book Network University-wide common reading program All first-years will read the book Whole campus community will be invited to read the book and join the network Benefits of a common reading program

18. KSBN’s 2010 Book The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins In the not-too-distant future, the United States has collapsed, weakened by drought, fire, famine, and war, to be replaced by Panem, a country divided into 12 districts. Each year, two young representatives from each district are selected by lottery to participate in The Hunger Games. The televised games are broadcast throughout Panem as the 24 participants are forced to eliminate their competitors, literally, with all citizens required to watch. When 16-year-old Katniss's young sister, Prim, is selected as the mining district's female representative, Katniss volunteers to take her place. She and her male counterpart, Peeta, will be pitted against bigger, stronger representatives who have trained for this their whole lives.

19. KSBN: Books & Events First-year students will get their copies of The Hunger Games at orientation Copies will be also be available for purchase at Varney’s and the K-State Union Bookstore Watch for the events, campus-wide game, and discussions throughout the fall Feel free to talk with students about the book and to encourage them to join the games and events

20. Immigration Regulations Address reporting requirements Enrollment requirements dual enrollment/distance ed. exceptions Changes in Program of Study Employment

21. Local/Home Address Reminder Immigration requires that you always have a valid home (U.S.) address. Any changes of address must be updated within 10 days of the change through iSIS.  Go to www.k-state.edu and click on iSIS. Use your eID and password to login. Click on your Student Center Click on the Home (Local) address link to make changes; SAVE your changes before logging out.

22. Enrollment Requirements Full-course of study is required for F-1 and J-1 students. This is defined as: Undergraduates must be in a minimum of 12 credit hours each semester. Graduate students must be in a minimum of 9 credit hours. Exception: students with Graduate Research/Teaching assistantships greater than 16 hours/week are allowed to be in only 6 credit hours each semester. English Language students must be in a minimum of 18 credit hours each semester. NOTE: Only one class, 3 credit hours, of distance education can count towards the full-course of study requirement.

23. Dual or Concurrent Enrollment Must maintain full-course enrollment between the two schools. The other institution must also be SEVIS approved. At least half of your credit hours (6 hours for undergraduates) must be taken at K-State. Must have prior approval from ISSS (form on ISSS webpage-Dual Enrollment Approval) Must provide transcript or grade report for course at the end of the semester.Note—if you are in 12 or more hours at KSU, you can still take additional courses at another school but do not need ISSS approval to do so.

24. Exceptions to Full-Course Load All exceptions must be approved by ISSS prior to dropping below full-time. Academic Difficulties Initial difficulty with English language or reading requirements Unfamiliarity with U.S. teaching methods Improper course level placement Medical Condition Temporary illness or medical condition. Must have signed letter from licensed medical doctor, or psychologist.

25. Exceptions continued Coursework Completion Graduate students who are finishing all required coursework during term requested or have already completed coursework.  Final Semester of Study Student completing program of study at the end of the current term. (not available to graduate students with assistantships)

26. Changes in the Program of Study F-1 students are permitted to change their major field of study or level of education. This type of change requires admission into another major or level of education and then ISSS issues a new I-20. J-1 students must remain in the major field of study and within the category objective stated on the DS-2019. You may change levels of education as long as it is within the same objective. This, too, requires admission into another degree level and then ISSS issues a new DS-2019.

27. Employment F-1 Students: Can work up to 20 hours/week on campus while classes are in session, unlimited during breaks. Work permit from ISSS required J-1 students: Can work up to 20 hours/week on campus while classes are in session, unlimited during breaks. Must have permission from the program sponsor which may or may not be K-State. Work permit from ISSS required.

28. English Language Placement Information Mary Wood, Director Office: 205 Fairchild Hall Phone: 785-532-7324 E-mail: mwood@k-state.edu

29. Math Placement Report from 2009 Communication to students What test should a student take? What happens if students do not test? How do advisors see MPT scores? Who: We are requiring all incoming K-State students to take the math placement exam. This exam was designed specifically to test the preparedness for K-State math courses, and although the student may have prior experience, this internally designed exam will help to place the student in the most appropriate K-State math course. When: We are requesting all incoming K-State students to take the exam prior to attending Orientation and Enrollment. We have communicated this information on all correspondence we are sending to students who register for O & E. We will send a reminder to students who have not taken the exam 5 days before the registered date. We will also phone call students between the 5 days and day before the registered date as a friendly reminder as well. Hopefully, we will be able to estimate a number of students who are not able to take the exam before attending O & E. Students who are not able or do not take the exam before O & E, will take the exam prior to the advising appointment. We are working with iTAC and room reservations to determine a designated computer lab available for use for academic areas who do not have access to computer labs. Scoring: The possible scores on the exam range from 10 – 50 points. Performance on the exam is reported as a recommendation for the student and academic advisor to use during course selection along with ACT/SAT score, transcripts, etc. Students should feel comfortable discussing their academic strengths and challenges with their academic advisor. There is no penalty for a low score on the MPE and the score does not appear on your academic transcript. Update: Some modifications to the placement exam were made in line with the research conduct by the math department comparing performance on the placement exam and performance in freshman math courses. The structure of the exams will remain unchanged. Students will still take it at home, with everyone asked to take the algebra exam and students who are intending to major in science, technology, engineering, and/or math asked to also take the calculus placement exam. A section was added to the end of the algebra exam on student attitudes which we are finding to be significant in whether a student is better placed in studio or traditional college algebra. Who: We are requiring all incoming K-State students to take the math placement exam. This exam was designed specifically to test the preparedness for K-State math courses, and although the student may have prior experience, this internally designed exam will help to place the student in the most appropriate K-State math course. When: We are requesting all incoming K-State students to take the exam prior to attending Orientation and Enrollment. We have communicated this information on all correspondence we are sending to students who register for O & E. We will send a reminder to students who have not taken the exam 5 days before the registered date. We will also phone call students between the 5 days and day before the registered date as a friendly reminder as well. Hopefully, we will be able to estimate a number of students who are not able to take the exam before attending O & E. Students who are not able or do not take the exam before O & E, will take the exam prior to the advising appointment. We are working with iTAC and room reservations to determine a designated computer lab available for use for academic areas who do not have access to computer labs. Scoring: The possible scores on the exam range from 10 – 50 points. Performance on the exam is reported as a recommendation for the student and academic advisor to use during course selection along with ACT/SAT score, transcripts, etc. Students should feel comfortable discussing their academic strengths and challenges with their academic advisor. There is no penalty for a low score on the MPE and the score does not appear on your academic transcript. Update: Some modifications to the placement exam were made in line with the research conduct by the math department comparing performance on the placement exam and performance in freshman math courses. The structure of the exams will remain unchanged. Students will still take it at home, with everyone asked to take the algebra exam and students who are intending to major in science, technology, engineering, and/or math asked to also take the calculus placement exam. A section was added to the end of the algebra exam on student attitudes which we are finding to be significant in whether a student is better placed in studio or traditional college algebra.

30. Math Placement

31. Student Services CenterHow Advisors See the Data

32. K-State AlcoholEdu for College program All newly enrolled, degree-seeking students, on the Manhattan and Salina campuses who are under the age of 22 on the first day of classes are required to complete the web-based alcohol education program called AlcoholEdu for College.

33. AlcoholEdu for College Two part assessment Part 1: two hour interactive, online educational program about alcohol and drinking behavior in college Part 2: 15 minute follow up assessment, completed 30 days after part 1. Students who do not complete the program will not be allowed to enroll for Spring 2011. July 20 – First day students may log into the AlcoholEdu program to access Part 1, which will take about two hours to complete. August 20 – Part 1 of AlcoholEdu must be completed before arriving on the campus. 30 Days after completing Part 1 – will receive an e-mail from Outside the Classroom, Inc. prompting students to begin Part 2 which will take about 15 minutes Part 2 – Complete Part 2 within 10 days of receiving the notice from Outside the Classroom, Inc.July 20 – First day students may log into the AlcoholEdu program to access Part 1, which will take about two hours to complete. August 20 – Part 1 of AlcoholEdu must be completed before arriving on the campus. 30 Days after completing Part 1 – will receive an e-mail from Outside the Classroom, Inc. prompting students to begin Part 2 which will take about 15 minutes Part 2 – Complete Part 2 within 10 days of receiving the notice from Outside the Classroom, Inc.

34. GPS – Guide to Personal Success Open to all incoming, first-year students. Fall-only program Students will be matched with a Guide (mentor), who are K-State faculty, staff, and graduate students. Strongly encourage students to sign up, especially those who may need additional support in their first semester of college.

35. IPEDS Ethnicity Survey

36. IPEDS Ethnicity Survey Are you Hispanic/Latino? (yes or no) Select one or more of the following racial categories: American Indian or Alaska Native Asian Black or African American Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander White

37. Athletic Tickets Can purchase tickets on iSIS through the Marketplace - can only choose ONE option: ICAT Combo (ICAT season football and men’s basketball tickets for $295) OR GA Combo (GA football and men’s basketball tickets for $235) OR GA Football only for $150 One ticket per student can be purchased – married students can purchase a non-student ticket after August 1st when providing proof of marriage All tickets will be emailed to the K-State email account (Must use Zimbra – all other email services are blocked)

38. eID staff will be available to help students: 7:45am-12:30pm in Union Station 12:45pm-5:00pm in 214 Hale Library Call 532-0803 with questions

39. Language Placement Exams Offered for Spanish, French & German 11:00am – 4:00pm in 01 Eisenhower Not necessary to make an appointment

40. Meningitis Vaccinations Meningitis vaccination is required for all students who live in the residence halls or Jardine Apartments, or a waiver must be signed Meningitis shots will be available on the 1st floor of the Union for $117 or at Lafene Health Center They will not be offered in the Union on June 15 for Transfer Orientation & Enrollment More information: http://www.k-state.edu/lafene/meningitis.htm

41. Parking Permits for Students Students may purchase parking permits online through iSIS. Parking permit costs are added to their tuition bill. If students will live in the residence halls they will sign up for a parking permit after they receive their housing assignment, which will happen after July 1. The permit will be waiting for the student in the lobby of their residence hall after move-in day. If a student will live off campus they will pick up their parking permit in August – location is listed on their iSIS account.

42. Textbooks To find textbooks required for each course at K-State students may go to www.shopvarneys.com Students will enter their course number and receive a list of the ISBN numbers for the textbooks required for their course There are a variety of textbooks options offered by Varney’s Bookstore

43. THANK YOU! We value and appreciate the time you spend to help make Orientation & Enrollment special for new K-State students. We recognize that some students attending the program are still undecided about their final college choice and the experience they have will help make that difference. Thank you in advance and please feel free to contact Emily or Kirsten with any questions about June Orientation & Enrollment.