Trinity School of Professional Studies New Student Orientation

Welcome to your College-Level Education This presentation is designed to empower you with the information needed to be successful during your time here at Trinity.

College Level Expectations You are expected to be –A Responsible and Proactive Student –Open minded –Critical Thinker –Academically Honest –Work Collaboratively in groups You are responsible for your own learning!!

College Level Expectations Your professors expect for you to … Come to class prepared –Read any assignments or review materials to be used for class before each lecture –For Term 1 and Term 2 courses, you may have reading assignments due before the first day. Check with your instructor.

College Level Expectations Your professors also expect for you to.. Read the syllabus Keep up with assignments and due dates Ask questions and discuss your progress Be an active participant

Academic Success Tips Make Academics a Priority Go To Class! –So much of your success will be dependent upon class attendance. Even if the professor is not taking roll, they are aware of whether or not you are there

There is a Strong Correlation Between Class Attendance and Higher Grades Benefits….Socialization Peer/Study Groups Course Material Getting to know your Instructor

Tips for Academic Success Be Prepared- 1.Notebook 2.Something to Write With 3.Textbook 4.Planner or Calendar 5.Syllabus

Tips for Academic Success Read the Class Syllabus Your syllabus is one of the most important documents your instructor will give you. It outlines due dates, methods of instruction, behavior, assignments and class expectations. This is your guide as to how you can attain success in the course. Read it! Read it!

Tips for Academic Success Flat Tire or Sick Child? –If an emergency arises and you must miss class you should Inform the professor beforehand via voic or . Let them know your situation Get the notes that you missed from a classmate You may also want to visit the professor during office hours

Tips for Academic Success Take Notes –Read -over your assigned reading material before class –Listen -during lecture listen for key words, phrases, or a change in body language –Summarize-write down the professors words in your own words –Rewrite-your notes after class

Tips for Academic Success Study- You should spend 2 hours studying for every hour that you spend in lecture. Stay organized –Pick up a planner and use it to schedule time for work, studying, and other activities –Work “backwards”. Mark important dates and due dates on your calendar. Work actively to meet those deadlines (ex)

Tips for Academic Success Familiarize yourself with the academic calendar and academic policies. Why is this important?

Tips for Academic Success Time Management Managing your time will provide you with the opportunity to create a schedule that works for you. It will provide you with more flexibility to complete your daily tasks as well as study. Managing your time will provide you with the opportunity to create a schedule that works for you. It will provide you with more flexibility to complete your daily tasks as well as study. Plan out your week in advance.

Anything Else? Know and Use your Resources –Your Professor –Academic Advisors- Main Room 250 –Academic Support Services- Library Room 103