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Philadelphia University New Student Orientation Summer 2014

Learn about Philadelphia University, its academic programs and resources, and get a sample student schedule. Discover the unique aspects of transitioning from high school to college and find support for your academic journey.

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Philadelphia University New Student Orientation Summer 2014

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  1. AcademicOverview Philadelphia University New Student Orientation Summer 2014

  2. High School to College “Comparing high school to college is like comparing checkers and chess. The board is the same, but the game is different.” -David Johns

  3. University Organization Enrollment Undergraduate: 2800; Graduate: 500

  4. What is Special AboutPhiladelphia University?

  5. Sample Student Schedule(Business)

  6. ACTCornerstone(1) co-curricular: professional development The Honors Experience @ PhilaU QUESTIONCornerstone(1) co-curricular:program expertise/research HONORS Core(6) 2 MAJOR COURSES: Vary by Major + 4 HALLMARKS COURSES: Debating US Issues Written Communication Debating Global Issues Hallmarks Capstone CONTRIBUTECornerstone (1) co-curricular: community engagement ADAPT Cornerstone(1) co-curricular: global awareness

  7. Academic Support and Resources

  8. CONTACT 215-951-2730 advising@philau.edu FIRST YEAR ADVISING HOURS Mon - Fri 9am-5pm Advising Resources • Philadelphia University Undergraduate Catalog • www.philau.edu/catalog • Click on Academic policies • Haggar Hall • Learning & Advising Website: www.philau.edu/learning

  9. Summer Orientation & Academics

  10. Decoding the Schedule

  11. Learning & Advising Center Staff • Patricia Thatcher, Ph.D Director • Megan Mills, M.A. Associate Director • Erin Lucas, M.A. Writing Assistance Coordinator • Carly Badke, M.S. Tutorial Coordinator • Ellen Knapp, M.S. Math Coordinator; Faculty • Carol Quinn, B.S. Advising Cooridnator

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