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Welcome & Introduction. Presentation Succeed in your classes and at MSU By Ghazala Khan International Student Advisor Ravi Ammigan International Student Advisor. 103 International Center www.isp.msu.edu/oiss oiss@msu.edu (517)353-1720. Agenda.
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Welcome & Introduction PresentationSucceed in your classes and at MSU By Ghazala Khan International Student AdvisorRavi AmmiganInternational Student Advisor 103 International Center www.isp.msu.edu/oiss oiss@msu.edu (517)353-1720
Agenda ACADEMICSAcademic Calendar Syllabus & Assignments Class Participation Academic Honesty & Plagiarism Academic Advising Resources COMMUNITY RESOURCESQ & A’s 103 International Center www.isp.msu.edu/oiss oiss@msu.edu (517)353-1720
Academics – Academic Calendar 5/17/2004 Classes begin for Full and First Summer Sessions 04 End of tuition refund period--no refund after this date for First Summer Session 2004 courses. 5/31/2004 Memorial Day Observed -- University Closed 6/9/2004 Middle of First Summer Session 2004 -- last day for withdrawal or dropping First Session courses with no grade reported. End of tuition refund period--no refund after this date for Full Summer Session 2004 courses. 7/1/2004 Late enrollment fee ($100) begins for first-time enrollees for the First Summer Session 2004. http://www.reg.msu.edu 103 International Center www.isp.msu.edu/oiss oiss@msu.edu (517)353-1720
Academics – Syllabus & Assignments • Usually given on your first day of class • Consists of class expectations, such as: Assignments • Quizzes • Readings • Grading system, etc • Always consult your professor if you are • not sure about an assignment. 103 International Center www.isp.msu.edu/oiss oiss@msu.edu (517)353-1720
Academics – Class Participation • Extra grade points for class participation • (check your syllabus) • Express your ideas and opinions • Class discussion 103 International Center www.isp.msu.edu/oiss oiss@msu.edu (517)353-1720
Academics – Academic Honesty & Plagiarism • Academic integrity • Working and learning in a group • Written work or assignments have to be • authentic • Use of resources should be cited according to academic standards. 103 International Center www.isp.msu.edu/oiss oiss@msu.edu (517)353-1720
Academics – Academic Honesty & Plagiarism • Examples of Academic Dishonesty • Copying information from the web • Working together on an assignment, but submitting the work as a solo effort • Copying directly from a peer • Having someone else do your homework or assignment 103 International Center www.isp.msu.edu/oiss oiss@msu.edu (517)353-1720
Academics – Academic Honesty & Plagiarism • Consequences of Academic Dishonesty • Clear distinction between your own work and that of others • Serious disciplinary action • Formal hearing and dismissal from school 103 International Center www.isp.msu.edu/oiss oiss@msu.edu (517)353-1720
Academics – Academic Advising • Be in constant touch with their advisor • Undergraduate Students: http://www.msu.edu/dept/uud/ • Graduate Students: http://www.msu.edu/user/gradschl/all/diralpha.htm • Academic Advising Webpage: http://www.msu.edu/dept/uud/advising.html 103 International Center www.isp.msu.edu/oiss oiss@msu.edu (517)353-1720
Academics – Resources • Library • English Language Center • Writing Center at Bessey Hall • Tutoring Labs • Computer Labs • Printing & e-tokens 103 International Center www.isp.msu.edu/oiss oiss@msu.edu (517)353-1720
124 Community Resources –MSU Contacts • Academic Advising: • Student Academic Affairs (UUD) • Advisers monitor the academic progress of freshmen and sophomores • Major preferences and undeclared majorsAdmissions: • Evaluation • Transfer credits • Associated Students of MSU (ASMSU): • Student Government • Simplify campus life • Ways to relax and have fun • $100 dollar loans, cheap copies, and free legal services • Graduate Employees Union: • Labor Union for graduate students • Fair wage, decent health care, safe working conditions, and a workplace free from discrimination • Council of Graduate Students (COGS) 103 International Center www.isp.msu.edu/oiss oiss@msu.edu (517)353-1720
124 Community Resources – MSU Contacts • Student Health Insurance: • Required to be covered by some form of health insurance • Plans through The Chickering Group • Covers sickness and accidents at an affordable cost • Olin Health Center: • Provides medical, dental, and optometry care • Insurance is built into the tuition (for medical) • Covers students who are enrolled for 7 or more credits and for graduate assistants. • Offers preventive medical care, treatment for illness or injury, and health education • Provides a courtesy van that picks up and returns students who live on campus • Student Accounts & Cashier Services: • Tuition and Fees • Payment Schedule & deferred payment plans • Important dates: http://www.ctlr.msu.edu/studrec/CalendarSS.htm • University Housing (On and Off-Campus): • Largest residence hall system in the country • Residence halls, university apartments, graduate housing 103 International Center www.isp.msu.edu/oiss oiss@msu.edu (517)353-1720
124 Community Resources – Safety Contacts In case of emergency, always dial 911 first MSU Department of Police and Public Safety: 24-hour Police phone line Phone: (517) 355-2221 East Lansing Police:24-hour non-emergency phone line Phone: (517) 351-4220 State Walk: Student volunteers accompany you when walking on campus after dark. Phone: (517) 355-5548 Hours: Sunday – Thursday, 7:00pm – 1:00am Dial-A-Ride: Phone: (517) 432-1145 Hours: Monday - Friday, 10:00pm – 2:00am 103 International Center www.isp.msu.edu/oiss oiss@msu.edu (517)353-1720
124 Community Resources – Travel & Transportation | Banking Capital City Airport: 4100 Capital City Blvd., Lansing Phone: (517) 321-6121 www.capitalcityairport.com Amtrak Train Station: 1240 S. Harrison Rd., East Lansing Phone: (517) 332-5051 www.amtrak.com Local Buses (CATA): 4615 Tranter, Lansing Phone: (517) 394-1100 www.cata.org Taxi (Capital Transport LCC): 229 S. Cedar St., Lansing Phone: (517) 482-1444 Citizens Bank (Downtown Branch): 100 W. Grand River Ave., East Lansing Phone: (517) 337-4194 MSU Credit Union (Main Branch): 600 E. Cresent Dr., MSU Campus Phone: (517) 353-2280 Michigan National Bank: 2731 E. Grand River Ave., East Lansing Phone: (517) 349-5494 or (800) 225-5662 Fifth Third Bank: 250 E. Saginaw, East Lansing Phone: (517) 332-6176 103 International Center www.isp.msu.edu/oiss oiss@msu.edu (517)353-1720
Q & A’s Questions and Answers 103 International Center www.isp.msu.edu/oiss oiss@msu.edu (517)353-1720
Conclusion Thank you for taking the time to attend this session. Welcome to the MSU community and Good Luck! 103 International Center www.isp.msu.edu/oiss oiss@msu.edu (517)353-1720