FAQ’s about finals week!

Q. When is Evaluation(Finals) Week?
A. Evaluation week runs from Monday Dec. 15 through Dec. 19, 2008 . You can leave campus once your last final is complete. Spring classes begin Thursday, January 22, 2009! Enjoy your break

Q. When & Where are my finals?
A: Look at your course syllabus
§ Look it up on-line http://www.uwstout.edu/regrec/timetable/evalwk_fall.html
§ Verify information w/ professor (professors often adjust/tweak finals schedules)

Q. Is my daily schedule going to change?
A. YES!!!! Evaluation Week runs on a completely different schedule than a normal school week!
§ EVERYTHING can change.(your final may have a different day of the week, time of day, building, room, and class size)
§ Start Times (Finals run from 8:00am – 8:00pm M-F)
§ Length of Finals (Final exams allow for 110 min. for completion please plan accordingly)

To assist with time management for evaluation week, I have listed the link to a printable scheduling worksheet. Mark off each final including time and location. Don’t forget to schedule in some study time!

Schedule Planning Worksheet http://www.uwstout.edu/advisement/documents/class_schedule_worksheet.pdf

Registration for Spring 2009

Continuing Transfer students should be registered for your classes by now.

You need to see your advisor in your major for suggestions for courses.

Register online using Access Stout.

What to do if Your class is Closed

1. Keep checking the class listing under “Search for Classes”. There is a lot of adding and dropping going on – maybe you can still catch a slot.
2. Wait until the first day of class. Go to class with an add/drop slip filled out and ask the professor to sign.
3. Register for another section of the course that is open and then add/drop the first day of class. (The course still has to fit into your schedule or the computer won’t let you do it.)
4. Ask the professor to sign an add slip – You have to have a good reason why you need the class to do this.
5. If you are still stuck, contact me 232-1465 or jonesc@uwstout.edu and I’ll see if I can help you find an alternative.
6. (Don’t ALL of you call me, though!!!)

What NOT to do:

1. Kick your laptop across the room (There is a charge if you break it.)
2. Call up your advisor and yell at her!!! (I hate that…..)

Advisement Day Information - Tuesday, October 21st

You received an e-mail from the registration Office with your registration time and date. You must see an advisor before you are allowed to register online. There are no classes on Advisement Day.

If you have a declared major, follow the instructions for your program on the Advisement Day Meeting link below:
http://www.uwstout.edu/regrec/timetable/advisementday.2008fa.pdf

Undecided Transfer students
Cheryl Jones is your advisor - set up an individual meeting with her before your registration date. You do not need to attend anything on Advisement Day.

Call 232-1465 OR set up an appointment using AdvisorTrac:

AdvisorTrac Log-In
Did you know that you can schedule an appointment with your Advisor using a convenient on-line resource? Here are the step by step instructions for using AdvisorTrac.

Balancing Home, jobs, School

Balancing Responsibilities
Do you feel overwhelmed by your obligations? Students often feel overwhelmed by their home, school and work responsibilities. The following are some tips to help keep your life balanced while you handle all your commitments and obligations.

At Home:

• Find age appropriate tasks and chores for your children. Post each family member's jobs to avoid confusion. All family members need to share in the household chores.
  
• Post a large calendar where family members can write down their commitments and activities. This will help avoid conflicts and keep everyone aware of upcoming events.
  
• Make a weekly plan for shopping, cleaning, and laundry.
  
• When possible plan and prepare meals ahead of time.
  
• Leave thoughtful notes and messages for your spouse, children, or roommates when they are helpful or understanding. Let them know they are appreciated.
  
• Delegate tasks to others when appropriate.

At School:

• Brainstorm with friends, your academic advisor or a counselor about ways to solve difficult or persistent problems.
  
• Look to other students as role models. Ask them for suggestions on ways to make your life easier.
  
• Join a club or on-campus activity. This will help you feel more connected to the UW-Stout community.
• Use small amounts of time productively.
• Study and do homework on-campus if you are often distracted at home.
  

At Work:

• Find a job with flexible hours.
  
• Keep your work and school schedule balanced.
  
• To avoid scheduling conflicts, provide your employer with your hours of availability at the beginning of each semester.
• Schedule a day off in advance, rather than calling in, if you anticipate that you'll need extra time to study or to work on a project.
  
• Remember, no matter what you're doing...
  Have realistic expectations for yourself. No one can do it all.
  
• Find ways to keep your stress level under control.
  
• Make sure you plan time for fun and relaxation!
  
• Maintain your sense of humor; you'll need it!

Art major information

Below are the details about the application process if you –
1) Are applying to get into the Art major for any concentration (currently not in the Art major)
2) Are in the art major but want to change your concentration (Graphic, Interior, Industrial, Multimedia, Studio)
3) Are in the art major and have a concentration, but want to add a second concentration

DEADLINE FOR SUBMITTING THE APPLICATION IS WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 1

Please include all of the following items for review:
- Change of Major form (available in the Advisement Center office, 11 Bowman Hall)
- Unofficial transcript (print from student menu in Access Stout after logging in)
- Statement of Goals (why you want that Art concentration)
- A digital portfolio of up to 10 images in JPEG format. College-level work is preferred, but items from high school may be used as well.
- For upperclassmen: A GPA of 2.5 in all Art, Design, and Art History classes

DEADLINE FOR SUBMITTING THESE MATERIALS IS WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 1
Submit ALL materials to the Advisement Center in 11 Bowman Hall by 4:30 PM

Transfer Student Orientation

OFF CAMPUS TRANSFER STUDENT ORIENTATION:

Thursday, August 28th
Registration: 9:00 to 9:30 am
9:30 am to 2:00 pm - Program
Laptop Deployment 2:30 pm to 5:00 pm
Memorial Student Center
Ballrooms A, B, C

ON CAMPUS TRANSFER STUDENT ORIENTATION:

All new students are required to attend New Student Orientation during Week One. Week One is a time to meet fellow students, get to know the Stout campus, learn ways to get involved, and participate in activities and meetings that will help prepare you for the beginning of your Stout experience.

Activities will begin on Sun., August 31- Move-In Day

You will receive additional information later this summer!

Here is a sample of the activities:
Welcome—Music and Ice Cream Social
Comedians on the Pawn Patio
First-Year Advisor Meetings
Find your classes Tour
Band/Choir Orientation Meetings
Nacho Average Bingo
Outdoor Movie
Laptop Distribution
Into the Book Discussions
Textbook Pick-up
Backyard Bash Organization Fair
Meet Menomonie
Welcome Back Picnic

Questions? Please contact us at the Advisement Center, 715-232-1465
Classes Begin Wednesday, September 3

Frequent Questions

I've been getting a lot of questions about Financial Aid. I'm not able to answer any specific questions because financial aid rules frequently change. However, you should count on at least 6 weeks after filing the FAFSA before your aid is finalized. For information about Financial Aid go to their website:

http://www.uwstout.edu/finaid/
or call 715-232-1363

To contact Housing:

http://www.uwstout.edu/housing/
or call 715-232-1121

Good Luck,

Cheryl

Registration Fall/Summer 08

QUESTION:
i am taking an online course i do not know who the instructor is, thought that i had it on my schedule print out but it is not. reason why this is a problem is that according to my schedule, class started today and i have not yet heard from the instructor and have no idea how to find out about assignments or anything else pertaining to this class. any ideas?

ANSWER:
The instructor should e-mail you instructions. If not, log into Learn@UWStout from the home page. Click on the current semester and see if there is a link for your class. If so, that is where you will access the course content.

QUESTION:
I have tried sending a message a couple of times to ask5000 and it gets returned undeliverable. Do you know who I need to send the request to to get my username & password for registering?


ANSWER:
Contact Ask5000@uwstout.edu or call 715-232-5000

Also, here is a website to assist you with password problems:

https://password.uwstout.edu/

If you forgot your password or are having problems logging in - check out the above site.

Two great questions!

I have two questions maybe you can help me out with. First, if an instructor doesn't say otherwise, are finals taken in the room where classes are usually held? Second, do I keep my laptop over the summer or do I hand it in? I appreciate your time and helpfulness.

ANSWERS:
Great questions!!

There is a specific schedule for finals. It is at:

http://www.uwstout.edu/regrec/timetable/evalwk_sp.html

It is in the same classroom unless the professor tells you otherwise.

Yes, you keep your laptop over the summer.

Sincerely,


Cheryl Jones
Career Exploration and Transfer Student Coordinator
11 Bowman Hall
232-1465
jonesc@uwstout.edu
http://www.uwstout.edu/advisement/transfer.shtml

Registration frustrations - Closed Classes

What to do if Your class is Closed


Keep checking the class listing under “Search for Classes”. There is a lot of adding and dropping going on – maybe you can still catch a slot.

Wait until the first day of class. Go to class with an add/drop slip filled out and ask the professor to sign.

Register for another section of the course that is open and then add/drop the first day of class. (Of course it still has to fit into your schedule or the computer won’t let you do it.)

Ask the professor to sign an add slip – You have to have a good reason why you need the class to do this.

If you are still stuck, contact me 232-1465 or jonesc@uwstout.edu and I’ll see if I can help you find an alternative. (Don’t ALL of you call me, though!!!)

What NOT to do:

Kick your laptop across the room (There is a charge if you break it.)

Call up your advisor and yell at her!!! (I hate that…..)

Yikes - It's finals week- here's help

Ten Point Plan on How to Live Through Finals

1. Know when and where the exam is given. You would be surprised how many students miss their final because of some kind of mix-up on scheduling.

2. Plan your study time. If you only have so much time to learn all of American History, Calculus and Biology, use the time to your best advantage. Make a study chart giving so much time to each subject.

3. Break up your subjects. You can't concentrate on one subject for hours on end, so drop it and spend some time on another subject, then return to the original subject.

4. Reward yourself. For every hour of real studying (not including rereading the same sentence 15 times) give yourself a 10-minute break.

5. Be good to yourself. Eat well, dress well, sleep as much as possible - on your study breaks read a good book, listen to music, whatever you enjoy doing.

6. Don't depend on Study Groups. Unless you and the others have already studied the material.

7. Study what's important. Use the syllabus, earlier tests and your impressions to decide what the instructor wants you to know from the course. Chances are that will be on the test.

8. Ask yourself questions. Just reading and rereading the stuff will drive you nuts. Make up questions as you go then put the book down and answer them.

9. Study Backwards. You're most liable to forget what was taught at the beginning of the quarter, so start with the most recent material and move back so you study the early stuff just before the test.

10. Relax for the half-hour before the test. Talk to a friend, eat a sundae, run around the drill field screaming...whatever relaxes you.

You Can't Register???

I'm getting a lot of questions on registration:

1. I have a hold on my record and am not able to register. What should I do?

Answer: Have you made an appointment with your advisor? If you are undecided about your major, call 232-1465 to set up an appointment with me. If you have a major - you need to contact your advisor. They will advise you on classes and remove the hold so you can register online.

2. Why won't the computer let me register for MATH or ENGLISH?

ANSWER: In order to register for Math or English, you must have the prerequisite OR ACT or placement scores. Check with your advisor for info on these scores.

3. I took the prerequisites in MATH and ENGLISH at a previous school, but the computer is still not allowing me to register saying "you do not have the proper prerequisites" to register for this class.

ANSWER: If your transcript from your previous school does not have your final grades for these courses, they are not officially transferred and the computer will not pick them up as prerequisites. You must get a final transcript from your school with the grades in these courses, or get a signature on a drop/add card. You can get a drop/add card at the registrar's office in Bowman 109 or the Advisement Center. In some cases, I can assist you.

Questions and answers

Here are some recent questions from transfer students:

When do I have to move out of the dorm?

Answer: May 14 (last day of evaluation week)- this date applies if you are not in the dorms for the summer.

I would like to change my major to Voc. Rehab. I'm not sure how to do this and if it's too late. Someone told me that I can't do it this year and I have to wait till next year?

Answer: You can change your major at any time - unless you are trying to get into an Art program. Stop by the Advisement Center (11 Bowman Hall) and pick up a change of major form.

I am transfering to UW - Stout for the fall semester. I have a few questions for you, when do I need to register for classes? I was also wondering if I can schedule an appointment to meet with someone to help me determine which classes I should take to stay on track for my degree in construction.

Answer: Have you been admitted yet? Once you have been admitted as a transfer to UW-Stout, you will need to attend a half day transfer registration program. During this program, you will meet with an advisor and they will review the courses you need to take. You will be able to register for your courses online at that time.

Then, in the Fall, we have an orientation program that you will attend.

Call 232-1465 (you should also receive a letter) once you are admitted and ask to sign up for a registration day.

Do I have to attend Advisement Day?

Answer: If you have a declared major, YES! Review the Advisement Day listings for instructions.

If you are an UNDECIDED or UNDECLARED transfer student, call 232-1465 and set up an appointment to see me (Cheryl Jones) Make sure the appointment is prior to your registration date.

You received an e-mail from the registration office early this week that gives you your registration date.

Fall registration and Advisement Day

Well, it isn't even Spring yet and it's time to think about Fall Classes

Registration for Fall 2008

ADVISEMENT DAY IS APRIL 1st

You should start thinking about what classes you are going to take for Fall 2008. The process is as follows:

If you have a major, you need to go to Advisement Day (April Fool's Day) and attend sessions according to the following listing:

http://www.uwstout.edu/regrec/timetable/advisementday.2008sp.pdf

Find your major on the list and follow the instructions.

UNDECIDED TRANSFER STUDENTS -

make an appointment with Cheryl Jones by calling 232-1465.

•Call (232-1465) to schedule an appointment for Advisement Day or at least two days before your scheduled registration day. You can not register without meeting with me first.

•Print a degree audit/program evaluation from Access Stout and bring this with you to your meeting. Also, review the program plans for any majors you are interested in.

I can't believe how beautiful it is out today!

ENJOY!

Oh, and have a GREAT and SAFE SPRING BREAK!

Summer Registration

I'm getting questions about summer school registration. Below is the schedule for registration based on the number of credits you have earned.

Registration
Summer 2008 Student Registration Dates

February 25, 2008 - All Graduate Students
February 26 - Undergraduates with 115+ credits
February 27 - Undergraduates with 100+ credits
February 28 - Undergraduates with 85+ credits
February 29 - Undergraduates with 70+ credits
March 3 - Undergraduates with 50+ credits
March 4 - Undergraduates with 35+ credits
March 5 - Undergraduates with 16+ credits
March 6 - Undergraduates with 0+ credits
March 8 until start of term - New student registrations

For further information about summer session and registration go to:

http://www.uwstout.edu/summer/registration.html

Happy SPRING?!!!!

Cheryl Jones

How do I change my major?

Spring is coming!!!! REALLLY.



This question has come up a lot lately. How do I change my major? If you are undecided, you will still need to fill out a change of major form to declare a program.

To change your major you need to:

1. Pick up a change of major form at the front desk of the Advisement Center Office - 11 Bowman Hall


2. Print out an unofficial copy of your transcript from Access Stout to attache to the form


3. Many programs have additional requirements - i.e., statement of goals or 2.0 or 2.5 GPA.


4. Return the above materials to the front desk. Your application will be submitted to the department and you will get an e-mail within 10 days on the results.
   

Also, students are asking about registration for summer.

1. Check out summer courses on open course listings on Access Stout.


2. You should have received an e-mail advising you when you can register according to your credits.


3. Registration begins on February 25th, so your date will be based on the number of credits you have (the more credits, the sooner you register)

Later,

Cheryl

What classes am I supposed to take??

You should start thinking about what courses you will need to take Fall 2008. How do you know? The link below will give you a list of programs at UW-Stout. Click on your major, then click on "program plans". If your program offers a "four semester sequence", click on that and review the suggested sequence of courses.

http://www.uwstout.edu/programs/ugrad.shtml

You can also check to see how many credits and courses you still have left to take.

cj

Career decisions

I've been reading a book by Penelope Trunk called "The Brazen Careerist". She states that the new generation will probably have 10 jobs by the time they are 28. Do you agree with this? What kind of implications does this have for making career choices?

This generation does not take a job with the intent of staying for 30 years. They see each job as a rung on a ladder to bigger and better things. If you look at career exploration this way, it is not unreasonble, then to be unsure about your job/career choices when you are young. It is normal. She says most students don't settle their choices about their future until they are around 25. If you are younger than 25, it is normal not to know!!!!

Cheryl

A new job every week???

I firmly believe that getting out into the work world is the best way to make career choices. Here's a video of a guy who took it to an extreme. He tried a new job every week for a year.



http://video.aol.com/video-detail/one-job-a-week/947239685

Greetings 2 you!

Welcome!

I've set up this blog to assist Transfer students in communicating with each other and with Transfer Student Services.

If you have a question, I will post it so all can see the answer. If you want to chat, we can do that too. How are your classes going?

Here is a link to online information of interest to transfer students:
http://www.uwstout.edu/advisement/transfer.shtml

Don't know what you want to be when you grow up????

Try Career Exploration. You can set up an individual appointment to see me or go to http://www.uwstout.edu/advisement/career

Let me know how this works for you.

Later,

Cheryl Jones