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Freshman GROUP ADVISING
Fall 2011
The ISET Major is part of University College
ISET is the largest major in University College
University College
Gather formsView unofficial transcript on URSA
Update ISET ChecklistMeet with advisor - create a 4-year plan
How you prepare for Group Advising
Pick up the forms at:◦The ISET Office (McKee 227) or
◦Print from the ISET website www.unco.edu/iset (Forms)
ISET course checklist 4-year plan worksheetGPA prediction worksheet
Where do you find the forms?
Look on URSA Go to◦ Student Information Curriculum Information◦ Current Program Catalog Term
Read the course descriptions
Check out course prerequisites
Be aware of GPA requirements
Catalog
Do you have the:◦Correct major ? (minor if applicable)
◦Correct concentration ?
◦Elementary licensure ?
◦ESL endorsement ? (if applicable)
Look at your Unofficial Transcript on URSA
These are listed by institution on your unofficial transcript
AP/IB credits Contact Admissions {351-2881} if credits are not listed• Must have ‘C’ or higher for credits to transfer
• Grades do not transfer
Do you have transfer credits?
Transcript totals are located above Courses in Progress
Earned Hours = transfer credits + UNC credits
◦Credit total determines registration date
View unofficial transcript for transcript totals
• 2.75 cumulative GPA needed for many PTEP prerequisite courses
• 3.0 cumulative GPA prerequisite for:• EDEL 445/446 Literacy Block• EDEL 450 Math and Social Studies Methods• EDEL 453/454 Student Teaching Block• To calculate your GPA follow the directions
on the GPA Prediction Worksheet
GPA is Very Important!
May be applied toward any non-repeatable course
Contact Financial Aid regarding guidelines
Grade Replacement does affect COF Stipend
Information www.unco.edu/registrar
Grade ReplacementBest way to raise your GPA
Check the courses you completed according to your unofficial transcript (AP/IB) or transfer cr. if applicable)
Check the courses you are currently enrolled in
Update your ISET Checklist
Include classes you plan to take next semester
Come prepared
Students with an updated checklist and
4-year plan will receive priority in advising
Update your 4-Year Plan
Carefully check the location of your classes
Some courses are off campusDO NOT register for any class with:
LOWR, LOV or COSP location
◦ DIST = Extended Studies {additional tuition cost}
Where are your classes located?
Some courses have unique requirements◦ EX: Online WEB; Hybrid; Recitation; Lab
To find out specifics about courses:
Click on the CRN # Look at the information in Notes It is your responsibility to be informed
about the classes you choose
Course Information
In the Math concentration:◦MATH 391spring only class
In the Language Arts concentration◦ FILM 120 requires also registering for
FILM 121
*PTEP program requires a ‘B’ or better in ENG 122 OR ENG 123
Course Information
BIO 265, SCI 265, and ESCI 265◦You must register for the Lecture (3-4 cr) ~AND ~
◦You must register for the Lab (0 cr)
** Submit both CRN numbers at the same time
Science Course Information
TESL 101 required 0 cr. application◦Packet is available on Blackboard
Take with MAS 100 or MAS 2751 full year of college level SpanishTake the Online Spanish Assessmenthttp://www.unco.edu/hispstds/span_placement_
exam.html
Additional Questions?Contact [email protected]
ESL Information
See the Community College Guaranteed Transfer Agreement formLocated on the ISET websitewww.unco.edu/ISET/forms
Request transcripts be sent to Admissions
You can take courses at a community college
www.unco.edu/teachVery importantRequired forms are available here
Check often--frequently updated
Where you can find PTEP Information
Register for EDFE 110 (prerequisite for PTEP courses) after completing 15 cr.
• 0 credit course with no scheduled meetings
• Print Checklist from www.unco.edu/teach website• Complete requirements by due date • See website above for deadline
EDFE 110
Check the ISET website bullet for Listserv
Helpful information for ISET major◦Important dates and deadlines◦Speakers and events◦Volunteer opportunities◦Employment opportunities
Are You on the Listserv?
Please visit the ISET Resource Library◦McKee 227 (ISET Office)
Useful, current texts on: ◦Literacy, classroom management, strategies, cognitive function, PRAXIS II, etc…
Easy check-out Come see what is available
Do you know about the ISET Library?
Registration dates are based on ◦ Your last name and/or earned credits (AP/IB)
Please check the Registration Page website for your registration date
www.unco.edu Registration; Additional Registration Information; Current Student Assigned Registration Dates
Spring Registration Dates Based on Earned Hours
Everyone must sign-up for a Group Advising session:
◦Call the ISET Office: 351-2929
OR
◦Stop by the ISET Office : McKee 227
Sign-up for your Group Advising Session
• You can make an individual appointment after you have attended Group Advising if you have more questions or need to discuss issues privately
• No PIN numbers are given in individual appointments
Final Notes
Pat Doherty◦351-1369◦[email protected]
Jaime Donahue◦351-1602◦[email protected]
ISET Advisors McKee 227 351-2929
