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Counseling/ Academic Advising

New International Student Orientation – Fall 2013. Counseling/ Academic Advising. International Student Program (ISP) Staff. Cindy Balero International Student Program Coordinator Building #1600 (2 nd floor), Room #1658 cbalero@laspositascollege.edu Sean Day

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Counseling/ Academic Advising

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  1. New International Student Orientation – Fall 2013 Counseling/ Academic Advising

  2. International Student Program (ISP) Staff • Cindy Balero International Student Program Coordinator Building #1600 (2nd floor), Room #1658 cbalero@laspositascollege.edu • Sean Day International Admissions Specialist Room #1658 sday@laspositascollege.edu

  3. Chabot – Las Positas Community College District • Chabot College (CC) - Hayward • Las Positas College (LPC) • F-1 students may take units at Chabot College Chabot College without prior permission, but they must take at least 7 units at LPC and be enrolled in a total of at least 12 units. Las Positas College

  4. Las Positas College (LPC) • Founded in 1975 as “Valley Campus” of Chabot College • Independent College in 1988 • Accreditation in 1991 • 8,500 students (full and part-time) • 130 International Students from 35 different countries (Fall 2012) • New Student Services and Administration Building (Spring 2013)

  5. International Student Program (ISP) Staff • Gilberto Victoria International Student Counselor Building #1600 (1st floor) Email: gvictoria@laspositascollege.edu Phone: 925.424.1477

  6. Agenda • Orientation to LPC • Important Dates • College Academic Expectations • Role of Counseling • U.S. Higher Education System • Program Offerings • ESL Program • Student Services • Important Policies • Registering for Classes • Payment (after arrival) • Assessment Test Results (after arrival) • Comprehension Quiz

  7. LPC: Basic Information • Calendar • LPC uses the Semester system (Fall & Spring Semester) • Each semester is 18 weeks in length • Classes: • Day, evening, week-end • late start (All ESL), fast-tracksessions • online and hybrid courses available (F-1 students: only 1 online class if taking only 12 units) • Summer sessions are condensed (6 or 8 weeks long)

  8. LPC: Basic Information continued • Class Schedule (published each term, available online at: https://bw6.clpccd.cc.ca.us/pls/OWA_PROD/bzskflib.P_SelDefTerm ) • Contains: • List of classes offered for a specific term (i.e. Fall 2013) • Registration information • Shading in listings indicates evening classes • Calendar of important deadlines: pay attention to these!

  9. Important Dates for Fall 2013 term • August 7 - 9 - New International Student Orientation • August 19 - Full term classes begin • September 2 – Labor Day Holiday (no classes) • September 2-Add or Drop NGR deadline for full-term courses • September 3 – Late Start classes begin (includes all ESL classes and PSCN 13) • September 13 –Pass/ No Pass Deadline • October 21 – Fast Track 2nd session classes begin • November 8 –Drop with a “W” deadline • November 11 – Veteran’s Day Holiday (no classes) • November 27 – 30 -Thanksgiving Recess (no classes) • December 13 – Last day of instruction • December 14 – 20 -Final Examination Period

  10. How to read the Class Schedule

  11. How to read the Class Schedule

  12. How to read the Class Schedule • M= Monday • T = Tuesday • W= Wednesday • Th or R = Thursday • F = Friday • Sat = Saturday • am = morning • pm = afternoon/ evening For example, Biology 20, days are listed as “TTh”, meaning it meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays

  13. LPC: Basic Information continued • Catalog(published once every 2 years, available online at: http://www.laspositascollege.edu/students/documents/CatalogLPC2012-14.pdf. $4.50 at Bookstore • Contains: • Course description for all LPC courses • Regulations, policies, and procedures • Certificate, degree, and transfer General Education requirements • Services available to students • Information on extracurricular activities • List of LPC faculty • College calendar

  14. U.S. College Academic Expectations • You determine your own academic schedule and manage your own time. • You are responsible for finding out about deadlines, graduation and transfer requirements, and for tracking your own progress. • Plan on spending 2-3 hours outside of class for every hour you spend in class (e.g. if you take 12 units, you will be in class about 12 hours per week; add another 24 - 36 hours per week for study outside of class, for a total of 36 - 48 hours per week for school).

  15. Role of Counseling • Assist students in planning and executing a plan of study that appropriately reflects the student’s interest and motivation. • Provide guidance regarding: • graduation requirements • transfer options • baccalaureate degrees • career planning • personal decision making • and testing • Assist you with personal concerns

  16. Counseling • Building #1600 • Priority appointments for International Students • You MUST meet with a Counselor in your first semester. • You SHOULD meet with a Counselor at least once per semester. • Develop a Student Education Plan (SEP) • Scheduled Appointments/ Drop In • Drop In – 10-15 minutes • Appointments – 30 minutes • No Show Policy – no more appointments for semester.

  17. Terms to know • Unit (credit) • Lower/ Upper Division • Prerequisites/ Co-requisites • G.E. (General Education) • Articulation agreements • Class Web (online class registration etc.) • Blackboard (for online classes) • Zonemail (school e-mail account) • Assessment (placement testing)

  18. U.S. Post-Secondary Education

  19. LPC Program Offerings • Associate of Arts (A.A.)/ Associate of Science (A.S.) Degrees • Transfer to University • Certificate • Basic Skills (ESL for example). • Course numbers “100” and above • Continuing Education

  20. Associate Degrees • Major courses (minimum of 18 units) + • General Education (GE) Pattern of courses+ • Elective courses • Minimum of 60 units with grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 or better. • 12 units must be completed at LPC • General Education Pattern for Associate in Arts (A.A.) Degree 2012 -2013 • http://www.laspositascollege.edu/international/documents/AAGEPage12012-2013.pdf • General Education Pattern for Associate in Science (A.S.) Degree 2012-2013 - http://www.laspositascollege.edu/international/documents/ASGEPage12012-2013.pdf

  21. Transfer to University • California Public Universities • California State Universities (CSU) • University of California (UC) • Out of State Public Universities • Private Universities

  22. California State University (CSU) 23 campuses

  23. CSU • General Education (GE) Breadth Requirements • http://www.laspositascollege.edu/international/documents/CSUGEFlyer2012-2013.pdf • 60 CSU transferable units (minimum) • 4 Subjects • Math • Speech Communication • Written Communication • Critical Thinking • 2.40 GPA minimum, higher GPA needed for some majors and colleges • Some majors (i.e. Nursing) have additional requirements • Many popular programs are impacted (there are more applicants than the department can accommodate)

  24. University of California (UC) 10 campuses UC San Francisco = Medical School

  25. UC • Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) • http://www.laspositascollege.edu/international/documents/IGETCGEFlyer2012-2013.pdf • IGETC also used for private universities and public universities in other states. • 60 UC transferable units • GPA of 2.8, a higher GPA will be needed for certain universities and majors. • Transfer Admissions Guarantee (TAG) – UC Davis, Irvine, Merced, Riverside, Santa Barbara and Santa Cruz

  26. Private Universities • 77 Private Universities in California • LPC has limited articulations with some private universities in California, and noarticulation agreements with out-of-state universities. • Private campuses vary in size • Typically, private institutions have smaller class sizes than CSU and UC • Can be very expensive! $$$ • Scholarships may be available for International students at private universities.

  27. Where to get help? • International Student Program (Room 1658) • Support and Immigration Advising for F-1 students • Academic and Personal Concerns • Monday – Thursday 9:00 am – 4:00 pm • Friday – 9:00 am – 1:00 pm • Counseling (Building 1600) • Academic, Career and Personal Counseling

  28. Student Services • Assessment Center (Building 1600) • English, ESL, Math, Chemistry • Can test once every 6 months • Tutorial Center (Building 2400) • FREE Tutoring in variety of subjects including: English, Math, Science • Writing Center (Building 2400) • 20 minute appointments with faculty

  29. Student Services • Disability Resource Center (Building 1600) • Students with disabilities, temporary or permanent • Learning skills classes • Accommodations • Campus Safety and Security (Building 1700) • Night escort service • Battery/ Lockouts • Student Health and Wellness Center (Building 1700) • Tuberculosis (TB) Testing

  30. Student Services • Integrated Learning Center (ILC) (Building 600) • Math and ESL faculty support • Lab assignments • Career and Employment Center (Building 1600) • Volunteer Opportunities • Job seeking strategies • Transfer Center (Building 1600) • Meet Admissions Representatives

  31. Strategies for Student Success • Take advantage of student services, especially Counseling • Use the Library and Tutorial Center • Know how to select courses and manage time • Get to know your instructors (office hours) • Be an active learner (Sit in one of the first three rows, take good notes, ask questions) • Be on time and stay for the entire class • Read and know the course syllabus • Bring textbooks and materials to every class • Get to know other students (join a club)

  32. Important Policies - Attendance • Attendance Requirements • Instructors may drop students who miss: • the first meeting of a course, or • if the student is absent for a total of 4 consecutive or 6 cumulative instructional hours or • 2 consecutive weeks of instruction. • Excessive Absences, Tardiness and leaving class early may be into consideration by instructors in assigning grades. • Contact Teacher by phone or e-mail if you will be absent!

  33. Important Policies - Grades P/NP (Pass/ No Pass) GR – Grade Only OP – Option for P/NP or GR

  34. Important Policies • Pass/ No Pass – all Beginner and Intermediate levels of ESL • Grade Point Average (GPA) – Minimum 2.0 • Limitation on Unit Load – 18 units unless you obtain approval from a Counselor.

  35. Choosing Classes • Must be enrolled in a minimum of 12 units each semester (Fall/ Spring) • Remember 1 unit = 2 hours or more of study time! • Summer session is optional. Not required to take classes. • May take 1 class, or up to 3 units of online courses as part of your 12 units. • Hybrid classes do NOT count as online courses.

  36. Choosing Classes continued • Prerequisite • Co-requisite • Strongly recommended: English 1A eligibility including but not limited to: • Intro. To Business (BUSN 40) • all Economics courses • Intro. to Marketing (MKTG 50) • General Psychology (PSYC 1) • Fundamental of Speech Communications (SPCH 1) • all Foreign Language (Spanish, French, Italian) courses • many Theater Arts courses

  37. PSCN 28 Orientation/ International Students • Required for all International Students during their 1st semester. • 1 unit class – Mondays 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm • The course is designed to assist you in: • Gaining a better understanding of the U.S. Education System • Transitioning to higher education • Becoming familiar with Las Positas College Student Services • Gaining an understanding of U.S. American Culture • Have opportunity to meet with a Counselor once a week – great opportunity!

  38. Registering for Classes • Use Class Web or The ZONE • Username = Student ID (ie W10700712) • Password = Date of birth MMDDYY format (ie if Lady Gaga’s birthday is March 28, 1986, then her password is 032886)

  39. Registering for Classes – Video Tutorial • Video Tutorial at: http://www.laspositascollege.edu/counseling/media/AddingClasses/adding_classes.html (click on “CC” box for “closed caption” spoken text)

  40. How to Add classes • Attend the class on the first class session if you are still on the waitlist! Added by position on waitlist first, then “drop ins” by priority number. • Obtain an "Add Authorization Number" from the instructor (a four digit number i.e. “1234”. If seating is available, instructors will add students BY PRIORITY according to the last 4 digits of the student’s priority number, highest number first • Enter your four digit "Add Authorization Number" online via CLASS-Web or The ZONE in the registration menu at www.laspositascollege.edu

  41. Waitlist • Put yourself on the waitlist if available • Check your spot on Class Web or The Zone • Students added as vacancies become available in order on the waitlist • You will be notified by Zonemail if your spot becomes available • 72 hours to register • Link your personal e-mail account to Zonemail! • Waitlist Video Tutorial at: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F998Wg0bNvI&hd=1

  42. Priority Number • Used to determine Registration dates for Continuing students, and adding into classes. • New students have NO priority number! • Based on number of units completed and whether a students has completed the following Matriculation components: • Assessment • Orientation • Counselor Contact • Can check Priority Number on Class Web

  43. How to Drop Classes • Students are permitted to drop courses online via CLASS-Web or The ZONE in the registration menu. • The “No Grade of Record (NGR)" deadline is September 2, 2013 for full-term courses, later for Late- Start Classes (like ESL).

  44. Zonemail • Linking your Zonemail account to your Personal E-mail account. • Instructions on page 11 of the Fall 2013 Class Schedule • http://myportal.clpccd.cc.ca.us/cp/home/displaylogin

  45. Blackboard • Online classes • Messages from instructors • Login in: • Username: Student ID number - W10707137 • Password: First two (2) letters of your first name followed by the first two (2) letters of your last name followed by the last four (4) numbers of your Student ID number. laga7137

  46. How much is LPC going to cost? • Tuition - $289 per unit • 12 units = $3,499 • Books – expect to pay approximately $400 per semester • Materials fees (for some classes) + • Student Health Center - $17 per semester • Student Representation Fee - $1 per semester • Mailing Fee - $3 per semester • Associated Students Fee - $10 per semester • Other Fees: • Parking Permit - $30 per semester (if applicable) • Student Insurance – expect to pay about $300 per semester

  47. Paying for classes • Pay today in Admissions and Records -Building #1600 if you can, either for units you have registered for OR for 12 units ($3,499) • Due by August 31, 2013 • Payment is due immediately for any class added after August 31 deadline • Pay online with U.S. credit/ debit card • Pay in International Student Program Office (Building 1600) or Admissions and Records Office (Building 1600) with cash, check, money order.

  48. NBS Tuition Payment Program (formerly FACTS) • Advantages • Avoid being dropped from classes • Monthly Payment Plan • Easy online enrollment via CLASS-Web • Flexible payment options • No interest

  49. NBSEnrollment Dates for Fall 2013 Payments due on the 5th of the month e-Cashier available May 1, 2013

  50. NBS Tuition Payment Program (formerly FACTS) continued • Cost to Participate • $20 subscriber fee per semester • $25 returned payment fee if a payment is returned • Simple Steps to Enroll • Go to http://www.laspositascollege.edu • Choose CLASS-Web under "Current Students" • Sign on to CLASS-Web • Click on the e-Cashier link located on the "Pay Fees Online / Registration Fee Assessment" page

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