1. International Student Orientation Overview of Important ACADEMIC INFORMATION International Student Orientation Overview of Important ACADEMIC INFORMATION For Undergraduate Students ONLY 1 Spring 2013

3. -GPA: Grade Point Average -HUB: UB’s Student Information System -Hold / Service Indicator: electronic block to course registration -Waive (a course, requirement): not have to take the course or fulfill the requirement -Prerequisite: course which must be taken before student can register for a higher level course UB Terminology - Definitions 3 Spring 2013 http://registrar.buffalo.edu/glossary/index.php

4. 4 Campus Advising Offices Spring 2013  You should meet with an Advisor at least once a semester. They will show you how to use UB academic tools, and to help you develop your academic plan.  Have you started your UB Contact list?  You should meet with an Advisor at least once a semester. They will show you how to use UB academic tools, and to help you develop your academic plan.  Have you started your UB Contact list? http://advising.buffalo.edu/directory/index.php

5. 5 Your UB Identity Spring 2013 1. 2. UBIT name (username) & Password. Use this to access MyUB, UBLearns, and your HUB Student Center. UBIT name (username) & Password. Use this to access MyUB, UBLearns, and your HUB Student Center. UB Person Number is found on your UB Card.

6. 6 http://www.buffalo.edu/ubit/information-for-students.html Spring 2013 UBIT Information for Students  Your UBIT Account  Getting Connected  Email  Software  Computing Sites  File Storage and Sharing  Your UBIT Account  Getting Connected  Email  Software  Computing Sites  File Storage and Sharing

7. 7 Your Identity: MyUB and HUB Student Center Spring 2013 3. 4. 5. UBmail UBlearns Your HUB Student Center Need to Know announcements

8. 8 Your Identity: HUB Student Center Spring 2013 Link to the Undergraduate Catalog Within the Student Center students can register for classes, check their grades, request transcripts, manage their finances/financial aid, maintain their personal information, and much more. HUB Student Center is the University at Buffalo’s online one-stop shop for students that can be accessed through MyUB.

9. Your responsibilities as a student… “… As a condition of enrollment, students are responsible for reviewing, understanding and abiding by the university's regulations, procedures, requirements and deadlines as described in official publications, including the university's undergraduate catalog, UB web sites and official university e-mail communications. In addition, all students are required to positively affirm their knowledge of, and adherence to UB's Rules and Regulations prior to their inaugural semester at UB. Asserting a lack of knowledge of university regulations will not be accepted as a basis for an exception to these regulations.”UB's Rules and Regulations “… As a condition of enrollment, students are responsible for reviewing, understanding and abiding by the university's regulations, procedures, requirements and deadlines as described in official publications, including the university's undergraduate catalog, UB web sites and official university e-mail communications. In addition, all students are required to positively affirm their knowledge of, and adherence to UB's Rules and Regulations prior to their inaugural semester at UB. Asserting a lack of knowledge of university regulations will not be accepted as a basis for an exception to these regulations.”UB's Rules and Regulations Source: Undergraduate Catalog http://undergrad-catalog.buffalo.edu/policies/ Source: Undergraduate Catalog http://undergrad-catalog.buffalo.edu/policies/ 9 Spring 2013

10. The Undergraduate Catalog is available ONLY on-line at: http://undergrad-catalog.buffalo.edu/  The Catalog is your CONTRACT with UB.  It explains the policies and procedures of the University.  It describes all academic degree programs as well as courses and careers related to each program.  Your Catalog Year is 2012-2013. The Undergraduate Catalog 10 Spring 2013 You will use the Catalog in conjunction with your Academic Advisement Report (AAR) found in HUB.

11. University Degree Requirements 11 Spring 2013 What is required to earn my baccalaureate degree and graduate? http://undergrad-catalog.buffalo.edu/policies/degree/index.shtml

12. 12 University Degree Requirements Spring 2013 Minimum Number of Credit Hours Earn at least 120 credit hours Academic Residency Requirement Complete a minimum of 30 undergraduate credit hours (the equivalent of one full year of study) at the University at Buffalo Minimum Academic Average Earn at least a 2.0 overall GPA (grade point average). Note: Higher departmental and overall GPA may be required for some programs. Major Requirement Be admitted to a major and complete requirements for that major General Education ProgramComplete General Education program GraduationUndergraduate Students apply for graduation in your HUB Student Center Academic Advisement Report (AAR) - HUB Student Center

13. General Education Requirements 13 Spring 2013 http://undergrad-catalog.buffalo.edu/policies/degree/gened.shtml

14. General Education Requirements 14 Spring 2013 General Education is the fundamental liberal arts core of your American education. To earn a bachelor’s degree, you must acquire certain skills and knowledge in areas outside your major. All State University of New York students are required to complete the same general education program (specific course details may vary by school). General Education requirements are tracked on your Academic Advisement Report (in HUB). General Education is the fundamental liberal arts core of your American education. To earn a bachelor’s degree, you must acquire certain skills and knowledge in areas outside your major. All State University of New York students are required to complete the same general education program (specific course details may vary by school). General Education requirements are tracked on your Academic Advisement Report (in HUB).

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16. 16 Academic Programs Spring 2013 Links to:  Majors  Non-Degree programs  Approved Minors  Department Abbreviations  Course Prefixes Links to:  Majors  Non-Degree programs  Approved Minors  Department Abbreviations  Course Prefixes http://undergrad-catalog.buffalo.edu/academicprograms/index.shtml

17. 17 Academic Program Requirements Spring 2013 Links to:  Overview of Department  Degrees & Policies ( Acceptance Criteria courses & gpa, Major requirements)  Courses – descriptions, and Prerequisite info.  Faculty – where did they earn their last degree  Careers – what have recent graduates go on to. Links to:  Overview of Department  Degrees & Policies ( Acceptance Criteria courses & gpa, Major requirements)  Courses – descriptions, and Prerequisite info.  Faculty – where did they earn their last degree  Careers – what have recent graduates go on to.

18. Have you earned credit from another college or university? Transfer Credit 18 Spring 2013 Have you requested that a Final Official Transcript be sent to UB? http://undergrad-catalog.buffalo.edu/policies/alternative/index.shtml

19. Alternative Exam Credit 19 Spring 2013 Test credit, transfer coursework and other types of non-UB credit are listed on your Transfer Credit Summary Report (as well as in HUB).  UB accepts a few types of alternative/exam credit (A-level, IB, AP, CLEP). Please refer to the following website: http://tas.buffalo.edu/altexam/ http://tas.buffalo.edu/altexam/ Minimum scores are usually required to earn credit and/or meet degree requirements. Remember to tell your advisor about this credit as it could affect what classes you take.  The College Board Code for UB is: 2925 http://undergrad-catalog.buffalo.edu/policies/alternative/index.shtml

20. 20 Your Major Spring 2013 Intended MajorIntended = A major you are considering or working on the prerequisites for, but to which you have not yet applied or been accepted. Approved MajorApproved = a major to which you are accepted either at the time of entry to UB (only certain majors do this) or after you have completed the prerequisites and applied to the department UndecidedUndecided or Exploratory is not a major that you can declare. It describes a student who is not sure about a major or who is exploring multiple majors.

21. Managing Your Academic Plan More Information: HUB Information for Students 21 Spring 2013 1. Links to Undergrad Catalog & Calendars My Academics

22. How do I know what requirements I have completed? 22 Spring 2013 2.2. 2.2. 4. 3.

23. How do I know if I am making timely progress toward a degree? 23 Spring 2013 Choose a major as early as possible and begin working on the prerequisite courses (also referred to as “acceptance criteria”)*. * Acceptance criteria vary by major—they can range from 3 courses to 15—so planning ahead is critical! Plan out most General Education requirements and major prerequisites in your first two years. Aim at being accepted to a major by the time you have completed 60 credit hours. Get help if you are having trouble. Consider changing your major if things are not going well.

24. 24 Spring 2013 How and When Do I Register for Classes? Holds When You can begin to Register When You can begin to Register Registration links

25. If you are not yet registered for classes, you MUST meet with an academic advisor later today and register. Registration for Fall 2013 semester begins in mid March. You will be assigned a start date and time based on your total number of completed credits. Get the classes you want and need! Don’t miss your Enrollment Date (in HUB Student Center)! Course Registration Information 25 Spring 2013 http://registrar.buffalo.edu/registration/index.php

26. How do I find out which courses are offered each semester? How do I find out which courses are offered each semester? 26 Spring 2013 Course offerings information is found on the Registrar website and in HUB by doing a Course Search. HUB course search will display information such as: sections, components (e.g. lecture with lab, lecture with recitation), times, location, teacher, description, registration number of all course offerings for each semester.

27. 27 Dates & Deadlines Spring 2013 1. http://registrar.buffalo.edu/calendars/index.php

28. Late Fees & Holds / Service Indicators Source: Office of the Registrar http://registrar.buffalo.edu/registration/policies/checkstops.php Source: Office of the Registrar http://registrar.buffalo.edu/registration/policies/checkstops.php 28 Spring 2013  Financial penalties and/or registration holds apply if deadlines are missed!  REMINDER: Avoid a hold on next semester registration by affirming the UB Rules & Regulations in the “Need to Know” box on your MyUB homepage.

29. 29 Creating your Time Management & Study Plan Spring 2013 Planner UBmail powered by Google Use the Calendar function in Google to add the following dates, events, Class Schedule Enter your classes (Repeating Event, date range) Course Syllabi  Enter the dates of test, papers, projects, etc.  Create Study Plan based on test dates Academic Calendar UB’s Academic Calendars include dates for the start and end of semesters, official holidays and final exams Student Calendars The Student Calendars include important dates and deadlines for course registration, drop/add and course resign. Source: Drop/Add Information, Resigning a Course Information, Office of the Registrar

30. 30 Dropping Classes Earn a Cumulative gpa (grade point average) ≥ 2.0 and most recent semester gpa ≥ 2.0 Full-time Status To be considered a Full-time student, you must be registered for at least 12.0 credit hours. Resigning classes Dropping a class after the 6 th day of classes Can be done until the end of 11 th week of classes (Friday, March 29, 2013). Grade of “R” appears on your record. Note: Beginning on Sunday, January 20, 2013, you will have a financial liability even if you resign classes.  International students cannot resign a class if it means they will no longer be enrolled full-time without first consulting an International Student Advisor! Source: Drop/Add Information, Resigning a Course Information, Office of the Registrar Dropping / Resigning Classes Spring 2013

31. Always speak with an advisor BEFORE repeating a course! Courses can be repeated whether you pass, resign or fail. Credit is earned only once. Second grade will calculate into the GPA. All grades will appear on transcript. Students attempting a class for the FIRST time are given priority for enrolling in high demand classes. Some courses may only be repeated in a summer session. Examples include: BIO 200 & 201 ENG 101, 102, 201 CHE 101- 202 MTH 121- 241 COM 101 PHY 101 ECO 181 & 182 PSC 101 UGC 111 & 112 PSY 101 Repeating Classes 31 Spring 2013 http://undergrad-catalog.buffalo.edu/policies/grading/repeat.shtml

32. 32 Spring 2013 Academic Course Expectations The Academic Integrity Video and more information on this topic can be found on-line at: http://academicintegrity.buffalo.edu http://academicintegrity.buffalo.edu http://undergrad-catalog.buffalo.edu/policies/course/index.shtml

33. 33 Spring 2013 Course Syllabi The course syllabus serves as a contract between the student and professor regarding course expectations and policies. The course syllabus should clearly communicate what the instructor expects of students and what students can expect from the instructor. A course syllabus must be finalized and distributed to the class during the first week of classes. The course syllabus serves as a contract between the student and professor regarding course expectations and policies. The course syllabus should clearly communicate what the instructor expects of students and what students can expect from the instructor. A course syllabus must be finalized and distributed to the class during the first week of classes. All course syllabi should include, but are not limited to, the following components:  Course Description  Learning Outcomes  Academic Content  Grading Policy  Office Hours  Academic Integrity http://undergrad-catalog.buffalo.edu/policies/course/syllabi.shtml

34. UBlearns is our application of the BlackBoard Course Information & Course Management System. Through UBlearns, students and faculty have access to course and classroom tools and materials. The UBlearns website is not the same as the MyUB website!UBlearns UBlearns is a Blackboard™ application that SOME professors use as a complement to formal classroom instruction. NOT ALL of your classes will be listed on UBlearns - your class will only be listed there if the instructor chooses to enroll the course. UB Learns 34 Spring 2013 https://ublearns.buffalo.edu/

35. 35 Tutoring Services at UB Spring 2013 http://library.buffalo.edu/libraries/helpAZ/tutoring.html

36. 36 Spring 2013 Grading Letter GradeGrade Points A4.00 A-3.67 B+3.33 B3.00 B-2.67 C+2.33 C2.00 C-1.67 D+1.33 D1.00 F0.00 http://undergrad-catalog.buffalo.edu/policies/grading/index.shtml

37. 37 Fall Semester Spring Semester Mid-semester ReviewOctoberMarch Last day to Resign a 15 week course End of the 11 th week of semester Final Grades posted to HUB Student Center End of 1 st week in January Mid May Academic ReviewMid May Do I have to maintain certain grades or standards? Spring 2013 http://undergrad-catalog.buffalo.edu/policies/grading/academicreview.shtml

38. 38 Academic Progress Complete a minimum of 24 credits each academic year Good Standing Earn a Cumulative gpa (grade point average) ≥ 2.0 and most recent semester gpa ≥ 2.0 Academic Warning First semester students with semester gpa < 2.0. Continuing students with cumulative UB gpa > 2.0 but most recent semester gpa < 2.0 Probations Cumulative gpa ≥ 2.0 but 2 most recent consecutive semester gpa’s < 2.0, OR cumulative gpa < 2.0 but Quality Point Deficit < 20 Dismissal Continuing students with cumulative GPA < 2.0 and Quality Point Deficit ≥ 20 Source:Undergraduate Catalog – Grading – Academic Review YES! There is an Academic Standards Review at the end of each semester Spring 2013

39. 39 Dean’s List By semester: 3.6 gpa (grade point average) and at least 15 credit hours Latin Honors Upon degree conferral 3.20 gpa: Cum Laude 3.50 gpa: Magna Cum Laude 3.75 gpa: Summa Cum Laude Departmental Honors  “With Distinction”  “With High Distinction”  “With Highest Distinction” Honoraries & Honor Societies Source:Undergraduate Catalog - Grading Academic Honors Spring 2013

40. Other UB Resources 40 Spring 2013 UBE 101First Year Experience Course (freshmen only) - 1 credit hour course UE 141Discovery Seminars - 1 credit hour course The Learning Center Baldy Hall 218 - free math and writing tutoring Career ServicesResearch majors and careers, help with resume writing and job searches, and much more! Capen 259. Undergraduate Academies Undergraduate Academies are scholarly communities composed of students, faculty, and staff that share a common mission, goals, and interests. Joining an undergraduate academy will enable you to focus on one of UB's strengths by participating in a unique curricular and co-curricular experience. Center for Undergraduate Research and Creative Activities (CURCA) The Center for Undergraduate Research & Creative Activities (CURCA) serves as a hub for undergraduate students from all majors who interested in finding challenging research and creative opportunities that match their academic interests and career goals.

41. 41 Leaving UB Spring 2013 Academic Withdrawal By petition only. Grades for all courses in a semester are changed to “W”. Used for medical or extenuating circumstances. Deadline to apply is end of subsequent semester. Undergraduate Leave of Absence You may request a Leave of Absence for one or two semesters from your enrollment at the university. Securing a Leave of Absence will preserve your status as of the time you begin your leave and will eliminate any re-application process or paperwork when you return. You will also have access to your UB e-mail during this time. Not Returning to UB Checklist We recommend that you use this checklist as a guide to help you make sure that you haven’t forgotten something important before you leave. Source: Leave of Absence Information, Resigning a Course Information, Office of the Registrar

42. The Office of Student Accounts performs the following functions for the University: Provides Tuition and Fee RatesTuition and Fee Rates Processes Comprehensive Fee WaiversComprehensive Fee Waivers Manages UB BillingUB Billing Collects PaymentsPayments Provides Information about the 1098-T1098-T Administers Service Indicators/Holds on Students’ AccountsService Indicators/Holds Determines New York State Residency for Tuition PurposesNew York State Residency Manages Financial Aid RefundsRefunds Provides Liability DeadlinesLiability Deadlines The Office of Student Accounts performs the following functions for the University: Provides Tuition and Fee RatesTuition and Fee Rates Processes Comprehensive Fee WaiversComprehensive Fee Waivers Manages UB BillingUB Billing Collects PaymentsPayments Provides Information about the 1098-T1098-T Administers Service Indicators/Holds on Students’ AccountsService Indicators/Holds Determines New York State Residency for Tuition PurposesNew York State Residency Manages Financial Aid RefundsRefunds Provides Liability DeadlinesLiability Deadlines Tuition & Billing 42 Spring 2013 http://studentaccounts.buffalo.edu/

43. Student Response Center Location: Capen 232, North Campus Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. 43 Spring 2013 The Student Response Center (SRC)! The SRC is a single point of contact for our current and future students. Strategically developed to bring resources together in one convenient location, the SRC staff can answer questions on:  Financial aid  Billing  Registration  Academic records services http://sarfs.buffalo.edu/src.php

44. Welcome new Transfer Students. Go the Transfer Student page for more information on the following services and programs:  “TRANSFERmation” workshop  Transfer Peer Mentor Program - application and info on-line  Tips from other Transfer Students Welcome new Transfer Students. Go the Transfer Student page for more information on the following services and programs:  “TRANSFERmation” workshop  Transfer Peer Mentor Program - application and info on-line  Tips from other Transfer Students Transfer Support Services 44 Spring 2013 University at Buffalo chapter since 2001 Over 1000 students inducted Leadership experience, campus and community involvement 3.5 GPA at UB required to join ---Will YOU become a Tau Sigma member? http://sas.buffalo.edu/transfer/index.php

45. Charting Your Progress in the First Year Charting Your Progress in the First Year 45 Spring 2013  Create a UB Contacts folder in your UBmail account  Record important Academic and Registration dates into a Planner/Calendars  Develop your Time Management and Study Plan  Pay attention to your Mid-semester grades  Meet with your advisor  Know when and how to register for next semester classes  Think ahead… develop a four-year academic plan

46. …all of this information, and more, is available on-line or in University publications and there are many people you can go to for help (e.g. academic advisors). Read your UB e-mail account Read the “Need to Know section of MyUB regularly at http://myub.buffalo.edu http://myub.buffalo.edu Read the “Be Advised Web Log” at http://advising.buffalo.eduhttp://advising.buffalo.edu Read the Spectrum (student newspaper) 46 Spring 2013 How Do I Remember All of This? Spring Semester 2013 First Day of Classes: Monday, January 14, 2013

47. Meet Your Academic Advisor Please look at your name tag and find the code for your major. (Example: SEAS)

48. 48 Student Athletes Please call to schedule an appointment with your academic advisor. Office of Athlete Academic & Development Services Alumni Arena 169 716-645-5533 Please call to schedule an appointment with your academic advisor. Office of Athlete Academic & Development Services Alumni Arena 169 716-645-5533

49. 49 School of Management MG Stay in this room MG Stay in this room

50. 50 College of Arts & Sciences CAS Park Hall 275 North Campus 716-645-6883 CAS Park Hall 275 North Campus 716-645-6883

51. 51 School of Engineering & Applied Sciences School of Engineering & Applied Sciences SEAS Bonner Hall 410 North Campus 716-645-2775 SEAS Bonner Hall 410 North Campus 716-645-2775

52. 52 Student Advising Services SAS Norton Hall 109 North Campus 716-645-6013 SAS Norton Hall 109 North Campus 716-645-6013

53. 53 School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences SMBS Sherman Annex 127 South Campus SMBS Sherman Annex 127 South Campus

54. 54 School of Nursing NUR Wende Hall 103 South Campus 716-829-2537 NUR Wende Hall 103 South Campus 716-829-2537

55. 55 School of Architecture APX Diefendorf Hall 103 South Campus APX Diefendorf Hall 103 South Campus

56. 56 School of Public Health & Health Professions PHHP Kimball Tower 104B South Campus PHHP Kimball Tower 104B South Campus

57. 57 School of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences PHM Kapoor Hall 270 South Campus PHM Kapoor Hall 270 South Campus

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59. 59 Non-matriculated and Visiting or Exchange Students EXCH Study Abroad Office Talbert Hall 210 North Campus EXCH Study Abroad Office Talbert Hall 210 North Campus