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Department of Sociology and Anthropology

Department of Sociology and Anthropology. New Student Information Session Academic Advising for Academic Success Summer 2010. Who we are. Dr. Danielle Gauvreau Undergraduate Programs Director Victoria Palmer Undergraduate Programs Assistant. Objectives.

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Department of Sociology and Anthropology

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  1. Department of Sociology and Anthropology New Student Information Session Academic Advising for Academic Success Summer 2010

  2. Who we are • Dr. Danielle Gauvreau Undergraduate Programs Director • Victoria Palmer Undergraduate Programs Assistant

  3. Objectives • Provide information regarding program requirements, student life at Concordia, etc • Very practically: activate your code in the system for you to be able to register for courses • Very generally: help you have a successful journey at Concordia • Answer your questions!

  4. Outline • Letter of acceptance • Degree requirements • What options do I have? • Adjusting to University Life

  5. I. Letter of acceptance • Student I.D. number • Number of credits needed to complete your degree (90, 108, or 120) • The program you are in (e.g. Major Sociology, Specialization in Anthropology, etc) • Exemptions, if any (such as SOCI 203, SOCI 212) • Advanced standing (transfer credits), if applicable

  6. II. Degree Requirements • Program versus Degree requirements Example: our Major programs are worth 42 credits but your degree requires 90 credits • The 24 elective credits rule • General Education Requirements

  7. … Degree Requirements • The Undergraduate Program Calendar (available on line) • Course Registration • Your code needs to be activated (we do that) • You read the course plan and select your courses • You register online using the information available in the Undergraduate Class Schedule (available on line) How many courses should I take? Until when can I make changes to my schedule?

  8. III. What options do I have? • The Honours Program • Planning for Graduate Studies • Can I switch programs in the course of my studies? • What can I do with a BA in Sociology or BA in Anthropology?

  9. IV. Adjusting to University Life • Steps to Success • Departmental advisors • Faculty advisors • Services & Resources

  10. A. Steps to Success • Do not ignore problems • Talk to your professors (office hours) • Talk to an academic advisor • Seek help at the services available at Concordia • Maintain academic integrity

  11. Academic Integrity • Prepare for class • Read the material before class • Prepare any questions you may have about the class material • Attend all classes unless you absolutely cannot attend • Go to class on time and do not leave early • Participate in class discussion • Ask questions about anything you do not understand • Prepare for exams • Divide your time so that you are able to answer all questions • Do not cheat or copy from others • Do not provide answers or help other students during an exam • Prepare for assignments • Start them early to ensure that you will have enough time to complete them • Always do your best • Always reference all material you take from outside sources (this includes material taken from the internet); if not, it is considered plagiarism

  12. B. Departmental advisors • Department academic advisors are available every week (about 3 times a week) • No appointment is needed, drop-in basis • Schedule is posted outside our main office (H-1125-44), and on our website • What Departmental Advisors can help you with: • Course selection • Difficulty with courses or program • Graduation Requirements • Late Registration and Withdrawal • Signature for Student Requests • International Exchange Program and more…

  13. C. Faculty Advisors(Student Academic Services) • General Advising • General information about Departments in the Faculty of Arts and Science • Inquire about admission requirements for programs within the Faculty of Arts and Science • Information on how to change programs To contact them Loyola Campus (AD-202) 7141 Sherbrooke St. West 848-2424 ext: 2104, artsandscience.concordia.ca

  14. Undergraduate Advising Guide Faculty of Arts and Science Student Academic Services Guide is only available on-line at: http://artsandscience1.concordia.ca/studentaffairs/documents/P8873-AS-AcademicWEB.pdf

  15. …contents of advising guide • Academic advising numbers • How to read your transcript • Language placement tests • Academic terms and regulations • How to calculate a Grade Point Average (GPA) • Important academic deadlines • Readmission procedures • Graduation check list • Academic assistance

  16. D. Services Counselling and Development SGW- H-440 848-2424 ext:3545 (drop-in or call to make an appointment) • Study Skills • Computer Lab and Vocational Testing • Career Planning • Personal and Psychological Counselling Services

  17. … Services Career and Placement Services (CAPS) SGW- EN-109 2070 Mackay, ground floor 848-2424 ext: 7345 Loyola-AD-103 7141 Sherbrooke St. West 848-2424 ext: 3555

  18. … Services Financial Aid and Awards Office SGW – 1400 Boulevard de Maisonneuve West, Room LB-085, 848-2424 ext: 3507 • Financial Aids Officers are available for consultation with or without appointment from 9:00-4:00 from Monday to Friday. • Advisable to make an appointment in advance by telephone.

  19. … Services Office for Students with Disabilities SGW- H-580 1455 de Maisonneuve, W. 848-2424 ext: 3525 • They offer a range of academic and support services for students: • mobility impairments • visual impairments • hearing impairments • learning disabilities • health related difficulties

  20. …Services Health Services 1550 De Maisonneuve W.Room GM-200 (514) 848-2424 ext: 3565 Offers services such as: • Clinical Services Medical Services/Walk-In Clinic Mental Health Services • Health Information and Promotion • Information on Health Insurance Coverage

  21. Contact Us Sociology and Anthropology Department H-1125-44 848-2424 ext: 2140 socanth@alcor.concordia.ca

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