1. To get started, log onto a computer: Username: First part of your WWU email Password: Created by you when you activated your Universal Account Forgot your password? Let the student advisor know, they can help. Warning: Do not attempt to guess your password more than twice, or you will get locked out. Connect with Advising: facebook.com/WWUAdvising @WWUAdvising

2. 9:30-10:30 Group Advising Session Graduation requirements Academic policies Transfer credit report How to identify classes 10:30-11:10 Registration Preparation & Academic Planning Identify classes for fall quarter Advisors are available to answer questions 11:15 Registration Presentation: How to Register 11:35 Registration Begins Register for classes Advisors are available to answer questions Review Fall Quarter schedule 12:30 Advising session concludes 1:00 Spanish Placement Test in MH 21 1:30 – 3:00 Orientation Session

3. Academics at Western Major Exploration and Preparation Your Academic Records Class Planning Resources Planning for Fall Registration

4. Viking Advisor pg. 4 (pg. 2 in DTA version) It is the student’s responsibility to initiate contact with an advisor! Recommendation: meet with an advisor at least once per quarter.

5.  Provides advising and registration information  Includes :  Graduation Requirements  General University Requirements (GURs) - Course Descriptions  Registration Information  Academic Planning Resources Keep your Viking Advisor for use throughout your first year at Western.

6. Viking Advisor pg. 6 (pg. 4 in DTA version)

7. Viking Advisor pg. 5 (pg. 3 of DTA version)

8.  Communication (ACOM & BCOM/CCOM): English 101 & an additional course from Block B or C  Quantitative and Symbolic Reasoning (QSR): One of six options  Humanities (HUM): 12 credits, 3 courses from at least 2 departments  Social Sciences (SSC): 12 credits, 3 courses from at least 2 departments  Comparative, Gender and Multicultural Studies (ACGM & BCGM): 1 course from Block A and 1 course from Block B  Natural Sciences (LSCI & SCI): Complete 3 courses. At least 2 courses must include a lab (LSCI) Viking Advisor pg. 7-39

9.  First Year Sequence: Honors 103 (Fall), Honors 104 (Winter), & Honors 105 or Honors 106 (Spring).  Colloquia: At least two required. Can be taken at any time throughout your time at Western.  Seminars: At least two required. Usually taken as an academic upperclassmen.  Capstone/Senior Project: Completed by or concurrently with the culmination of your academic pursuits at Western.

10.  Honors 103 and 104: Each fulfill a HUM GUR (2 total).*  Honors 105: Fulfills an ACGM GUR.*  Honors 106: Fulfills a BCGM GUR.*  First Year Honors Sequence: Fulfills the BCOM/CCOM requirement.*  Colloquia: Complete various GURs.  Fall 2015: Economics (SSC)  Winter 2016: Psychology (SSC) and Interdisciplinary Sciences/Social Sciences (SSC)  Spring 2016: Geology (Spring, LSCI) and Gender and Sexuality Studies (BCGM) *These can be marked off on the GUR Checklist on the back of your Viking Advisor. Viking Advisor pg. 7-39

11. Academics at Western Major Exploration and Preparation Your Academic Records Class Planning Resources Planning for Fall Registration

12. Viking Advisor pg. 43 (pg. 5 of DTA version)

13. Benefits to Declaring Your Major Early  Departmental advisement specific to your major  Finding out about opportunities within your department  Access to major restricted courses  Graduate on time!

14. College & Department Information Major & Minor Requirements Course Descriptions Academic Policies Student Rights & Responsibilities

15. Locate the list of available majors under ‘Programs of Study’ in the online Catalog

16. Major Title Number of Credits to Complete the Major Introduction to the field of study Department Contact Information Career Resources How to Declare the Major

17. Course Requirements Click on a Course Title to View More Information This is a good place to find GURs that also fulfill major requirements

18. Click the ‘Degree Planner’ button to view and print a useful planning tool for tracking progress in the major.

19. Academics at Western Major Exploration and Preparation Your Academic Records Class Planning Resources Planning for Fall Registration

20. Math Placement Information Next MPT Tuesday, September 22 nd at 9am in Fraser 4 Check the Math Placement Scores section for any grades or scores that may place you into a math course at Western. Scores from this morning’s MPT will display online in this section after 1pm The Math Placement Information section displays math courses that you may take based only on your Math Placement Test (MPT) score. Consult with an advisor to consider all placement information and choose the appropriate course for you.

21. English Placement Information (may be located on the back page) English 101 must be completed by the end of your first year. Exempt from English 101: AP English Exam – score 4 or 5 College transfer credit Consult with an advisor to consider all placement information and choose the appropriate course for you.

22. Institution Information Course Equivalents GUR Attributes XX and TT code Not Upper Division Transfer Grades Please see the key at the bottom of your printed TER for more information about your transfer credits.

23. Academics at Western Major Exploration and Preparation Your Academic Records Class Planning Resources Planning for Fall Registration

24. Found on your MyWestern homepage, under Registration Viking Advisor pg. 41 (pg. 7 of DTA version)

25. Building an appropriate schedule Credit Load = average 14-16 credits (3-4 classes) Balance credit load, class types and sizes, and other commitments Plan time for out-of-class assignments and to study Pay attention to prerequisites and course sequencing Many majors such as Languages, Math, Science, Pre-Healthcare, and Engineering should begin their coursework fall quarter to stay on track Learning to develop a good schedule is a valuable skill for academic success and to avoid making registration changes that may affect financial aid/student loan eligibility. Viking Advisor pg. 40 (pg. 6 of the DTA version)

26. First-Year Interest Groups (FIGs) Cluster of 3 classes fall quarter 2 GUR lecture courses Small Seminar First-Year Experience (FYE) One stand alone course Small size GUR or elective GUR Strands 2-3 GUR courses linked in successive quarters Cohort across the academic year Give first-year students a small group experience to help: Integrate into University life Provide opportunities for substantial interaction with faculty Gain knowledge of yourself as an active learner Understand the value of resources for academic success FIG and GUR Strand Handouts are available from your ASA

27. Academics at Western Major Exploration and Preparation Your Academic Records Class Planning Resources Planning for Fall Registration

34. ANTH 201 5 CHEM 1TT5 Viking Advisor back cover

36. Watch for prerequisites and restrictions Read all the notes available

38. Today at 11:35 See important information on how to register at 11:15. Viking Advisor pg. 41-42 (pg. 7-8 for DTA version)

39. 1.Check your registration status—Talk to an advisor if you have holds. 2.Copy any GUR transfer credits onto your GUR Checklist. 3.Identify and find major requirements using the Catalog, or explore majors of interest using GURs. 4.Look for open classes in ClassFinder that will fulfill GURs or Major Requirements for fall quarter. 5.Create and print multiple fall quarter schedules, using ClassFinder’s Scratch Sheet. If you are writing down your course schedules, don’t forget to include the CRN – the 5-digit purple number used to register for that class. Other things you may want to do to: Math Placement Test – 9:00am in FR 4 on Sept. 22 nd Spanish Placement Test – by appointment in MH 21