Working to support and enhance our students’ academic journey

1. Working to support and enhance our students’ academic journey

2. UT Learning Collaborative Mission Statement The mission of The University of Toledo Learning Collaborative is to lead in the design and delivery of innovative and effective programs and support services for student access, retention and success. As a gateway and a catalyst for lifelong learning, The University of Toledo Learning Collaborative promotes students’ self discovery and the achievement of their academic goals. We engage a diverse student population in a holistic and humanistic manner through collegial and community partnerships.

3. University of ToledoLearning Collaborative • Administrative Office • Divisions of • Gateway Programs • University College Degree Programs • Student Success and Retention • Academic Support Services • Academic Enrichment

4. Gateway Programs • High School Initiatives • Office of EXCELlence • EXCEL Program • Upward Bound • TRIO Student Support Services • QUEST for Success • Transition for Success It’s okay to be undecided on a major!

5. University College Degree Programs • A degree-granting division of the Learning Collaborative at The University of Toledo (UTLC) • Highest average age of students at UT • Specialize in adult education, degree completion options, flexible scheduling, maximizing previous college credit and unique programs of interest since 1971 Tracee Ellis, UC ‘08, was a single mom raising three children while attending UT full-time.

6. Adult Liberal Studies (ALS) Three Core Concentration Courses & Senior Thesis Nine ALS Seminars General Education Requirements or Associates Degree

7. Interdisciplinary Studies, Individualized Program (IDVP) • Interest not met by an existing degree program • Diverse or unique areas of interest • Interdisciplinary and Intercollegiate scope • Student-developed area of emphasis approved by faculty review committee • Bachelor of Arts or Science Aaron Gibbons, UC ‘08, interned with an online fishing magazine as part of his individualized degree program at UT. Here he is on the cover of the Summer 2007 issue.

8. Student Customer Service • Contact the Office of Student Customer Service if: • You have a concern and are not sure how to resolve it. • You want to discuss a sensitive issue in confidence. • You have a complaint about an office or service at UT. • You are uncertain whether any UT policies or procedures apply to your situation. • You feel that a policy or procedure has been applied to you unfairly. • You have suggestions for improving UT’s policies or procedures. Susan Andrews, Director 419.530.2500 or 2571 susan.andrews@utoledo.edu

9. Office of International Student Services • Hosts more than 1,600 international students and scholars from more than 60 countries. • OISS is accountable for initiating visas and maintaining the ability to host international students and scholars.

10. Student Success and Retention

11. First Year Opportunities New Student Orientation Rocket Launch Rocket Transition First Year Experience http://www.utoledo.edu/utlc/fye/filmFest.html

12. MAP WORKS • Provides for Early Intervention to students at risk • Aligns Student Expectations with Actual Outcomes • Facilitates Socio-Emotional Transition to College • Cultivates Student Involvement (Activities, Organizations, Leadership)

13. MAP WORKS • Links professionals on campus to help students succeed. • Faculty/staff are empowered to do what they do best - spend time solving rather than diagnosing potential problems with students. • www.map-works.com

14. Office of Accessibility The main function of the Office of Accessibility is to provide accommodations and support services to students, faculty, and staff with disabilities.

15. Academic Support Services

16. Learning Enhancement Center: The Rathbun Cove • Provides academic assistance to all University of Toledo students. Services include: • Drop-in Tutoring • Supplemental Instruction: Peer-led study sessions for targeted courses • Workshops

17. Foreign Languages Spanish French German Japanese Tutoring • Sciences • Biology • Chemistry • Physics • A&P • Business • Accounting • Finance • Business Stats Math (all levels) On-Line Tutoring – Math Only http://www.etutoring.org

18. SI – Supplemental Instruction

19. Student Athletic Academic Services (SAAS) is a student-centered resource committed to providing comprehensive support services designed for academic enrichment, retention, and life skill development of Toledo student-athletes. Student-Athletic Academic Services (SAAS)

20. UT’s Student-Athletes 16 Sports : Baseball, Men’s Basketball, Women’s Basketball, Men’s Cross Country, Women’s Cross Country, Football, Men’s Golf, Women’s Golf, Women’s Soccer, Softball, Women’s Swimming & Diving, Men’s Tennis, Women’s Tennis, Women’s Track & Field, Women’s Volleyball 360 Student-Athletes To excel in the classroom * To excel athletically * To excel as role models * To excel in LIFE

21. Workshops • Academic Workshops upon request: • The Olympiad • Sept. 21-25 • http://www.utoledo.edu/utlc/lec • Praxis I Exam Preparation for: • Mathematics • Reading • Professional Development Workshops offered for: • UT Faculty • Staff • Professional Organizations

22. Career advising and assessments Part-time on-and off-campus jobs and internships Major and/or career exploration Mock interviews Job search assistance Career and job fairs On-campus interview opportunities Resume referrals Career-related programs Workshops on choosing a major/career, resume development, job/internship search, interviewing, business protocol, and more Career library and website Criminal Justice Fair Career Library

23. UT Testing Services • Provides testing services to: • UT students • Surrounding communities • Testing centers located at: • Memorial Field House, Room 1080 • Scott Park, ASC Room 1200

24. Testing Services in the Memorial Field House Make up testing for main campus classes Placement testing for incoming students Compass testing for Ohio Tech Prep students Main campus class exams on computer

25. Scott Park Computer Based Testing • Certification, licensure, and educational exams: • GRE • CLEP • Praxis • MCAT (Medical College Admissions Test) • Social Work Licensure Exam • Athletic Trainer Certifications • Nuclear Medicine Exam • IT Certifications for Cisco, COMP TIA, and Novell

26. Academic Enrichment

27. Honors Program The University of Toledo Honors program is designed specifically to meet the needs of highly motivated and academically talented students. Members of UT's Honors Program enjoy a challenging and nurturing environment conducive to intellectual growth and discovery. Students Receive the Edward Shapiro Honors Fellows in Economics http://www.utoledo.edu/utlc/honors/explore/

28. Study Abroad in 25 Countries • MYTH: You have to be able to speak a foreign language to study abroad. • FACT: Programs in every major are available in English in many countries. • You can afford to study abroad! • Travel grants • Scholarships • Financial Aid

29. Students initiate discussions with faculty about possible research projects, then write & submit their proposal to OUR-UT for consideration. Undergraduate Research at UT Unless otherwise mentioned: All programs are open to all UT undergraduates in all areas of research and/or creative activity at UT.

30. Academic Year Research Program: AYRP First Year Summer Research Experience: FYSRE Research Abroad Undergraduate Summer Research & Creative Activity Program: USRCAP UT-City of Toledo Internship Program: TolInterns Volunteer Research Program Work-Study Research Program: WSRP Programs sponsored through the Office of Undergraduate Research

31. Service Learning & Community Engagement Civic Responsibility Active Learning Meaningful Service Guided Reflection

32. UT Learning Collaborative Vision Statement In order to meet the needs of our citizenry and community, The University of Toledo Learning Collaborative will cultivate the social, civic, ethical and academic growth of all University of Toledo students.

33. www.utoledo.edu/utlc