College of Human Sciences

1. College of Human Sciences Orientation

2. What we plan to accomplish today College Structure Academic Advising Clubs and Organizations College Resources Things to do today

3. CHS Departments Your academic department housing your major. We often refer to them by the acronyms below and on the following pages. • AESHM (pronounced “Awesome”) • Apparel, Events & Hospitality Management • SOE • School of Education • FSHN • Food Science & Human Nutrition • HDFS • Human Development & Family Studies • KIN • Kinesiology

4. Apparel, Events & Hospitality Management (AESHM) Event Management (Event) Hospitality Management (HSP M) Apparel Merchandising & Design (A M D)

5. Human Development & Family Studies(HDFS) Family Finance, Housing & Policy (FFHP) Family & Consumer Science Education and Studies (FCEDS) Early Childhood Education (ECE) Child, Adult & Family Services (CHFS)

6. School of Education (SOE) Early Childhood Education (ECE) Elementary Education (EL ED)

7. Food Science & Human Nutrition (FSHN) Dietetics (DIET) Food Science (FS) Nutritional Science (NS) Culinary Science (CS)

8. Kinesiology & Health (KIN) • Athletic Training (P ATR or A TR) • Kinesiology (KIN H) • Community & Public Health • Exercise Science • Pre-Health Professions • Physical Education Teacher Licensure

9. Diet & Exercise BS/MS (PDEX) Human Sciences Undecided (H SCI) Food Science & Human Nutrition (FSHN) Kinesiology (KIN)

10. Minors Minors allow you to customize your degree to fit your interests and/or professional goals. Most minors are 15-18 credits. Speak with your adviser about options for minors and it fits into your academic. Minors are offered across the University; here are some specifically offered in the College of Human Sciences.

11. Minors Apparel Educational Studies & Hospitality Management (AESHM) • Apparel Merchandising, and Design: 15-17 credits • Educational Services in Family & Consumer Sciences: 15 credits • Event Management: 15 credits • Hospitality Management: 15 credits Food Science & Human Nutrition (FSHN): • Food Safety: 15 credits • Nutrition (for non FSHN majors) 16-18 credits • Nutrition (for Department majors) 15 credits

12. Minors Human Development & Family Services (HDFS) • Child, Adult & Family Services: 15 credits • Gerontology: 16 credits • Family Finance, Housing and Policy: 15 credits Kinesiology (KIN): • Athletic Coaching: 22 credits • Health Promotion: 18 credits • Exercise Science: 17 credits • Sport & Recreation: 18 credits • Kinesiology: 15 credits • Dance: 19 credits

13. Academic Advising As a result of the academic advising experience, students : • Become more informed regarding university and college policies, procedures and courses as they relate to specific academic programs

14. Academic Advising Know the requirements of the academic program and develop/follow an individualized academic plan Generate appropriate questions and apply academic advice Identify available campus resources for meeting personal, academic, and career goals

15. Academic Advising Assess career opportunities related to specific academic programs and select a career suitable to interests and abilities Select activities and opportunities that enhance professional growth and add to human potential

16. Transferring Credit You will need to discuss with your academic adviser how transfer credit is applied to your degree program Be sure that Iowa State receives an official copy of your most updated transcript (with grades) Final transcripts can be sent to 100 Enrollment Services Center, Ames, IA 50011

17. Validation of Enrollment Students must attend one of the first two class sessions to validate enrollment If not, the professor may give the seat to another student If this happens, you must initiate a course drop. It will not automatically be done for you Contact your academic adviser if you are unable to attend a class by the second class session

18. Adding and Dropping Courses At some point, you may get into a course and realize it’s not a good fit or you’ll no longer be able to stay in the class. This is when you will talk to your adviser about dropping the course. Drop Limit for transfer students: 4 drops after your first semester. Schedule changes can be made in AccessPlus until the Friday of the first week of classes without counting toward your drop limit Adviser and instructor signatures are required after the first week and count toward your official drop limit

19. Canceling Your Registration If you decide not to attend Iowa State and it is before classes begin, you must contact the Registrar’s Office to cancel your registration You must cancel your registration no later than the Friday before classes begin at 5:00 p.m. to avoid tuition assessment

20. Academic Integrity Academic integrity might best be defined, quite simply, as doing one's own academic work without unauthorized assistance from other persons or resources. More specifically, academic integrity means that students take their coursework seriously and place significant value on learning and engagement in the classroom and while completing assignments and projects. Engaging in dishonest work may result in consequences from Iowa State such as a reduced or failing grade on the particular assignment or test, a reduced or failing grade in the course, and a range of sanctions from the Office of Judicial Affairs. More Information about Academic Integrity Policies.

21. GPA & Academic Assistance In a given semester, your academic performance is measured by your Grade Point Average (GPA). Over a 2.0 means you’re in good standing with the University. Under a 2.0 and you will be placed on Academic Warning, Academic Probation or you may be Academically Dismissed. Find more information here and utilize your academic adviser as a resource.

22. Clubs and Organizations We encourage you to join clubs and organizations that suit your interests. We also encourage you to join at least one organization related to your major. This will benefit you professionally and personally. Find a list at http://www.hs.iastate.edu/current-students/organizations/ Scholarships The College of Human Sciences Scholarship application is open every year from November 1 – February 14. Make sure you apply!

23. CHS Student Services Office Located in 131 MacKay Hall Our mission is to help students through: Academic Advising Career Services Multicultural & Diversity Programs College Honors Program Academic Assistance International Programs Reach us at 515-294-6466 Find helpful links on our Pinterest page!

24. Why students study abroad The College of Human Sciences offers many opportunities for you to study abroad or have a meaningful international experience. Why? You’ll…. • Meet new people • Learn a language • Travel the world inexpensively Scholarships and financial aid are available. • Gives your family a great excuse to visit another country

25. International Programs: Why students study abroad • Impress future employers Studying abroad can give you the skills employers look for such as problems-solving, flexibility, maturity, confidence, independence, and the ability to work and play well with others. • Challenge yourself Gain a new perspective on the world as you become acquainted with people and cultures you never thought you’d experience. • Have an adventure Here’s your chance to study fashion in Italy, examine sports and health in Australia, or help with food production in India.

26. Your Academic Adviser Once you complete this module, call 515-294-6466 or email hsorientation@iastate.edu to find out your adviser and their contact information.

27. Welcome to the College of Human Sciences!If you have questions, email hsorientation@iastate.edu