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Academic Policies and Registration

New International Student Orientation – Spring 2018. Academic Policies and Registration. Agenda. Orientation to LPC Important Policies Registering for Classes Payment College Academic Expectations Strategies for Success. International Student Program (ISP) Staff. Cindy Balero

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Academic Policies and Registration

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  1. New International Student Orientation – Spring 2018 Academic Policies and Registration

  2. Agenda • Orientation to LPC • Important Policies • Registering for Classes • Payment • College Academic Expectations • Strategies for Success

  3. International Student Program (ISP) Staff • Cindy Balero International Student Program Coordinator Building #1600 (2nd floor), Room #1658 cbalero@laspositascollege.edu • Sean Day International Admissions Specialist Room #1658 sday@laspositascollege.edu

  4. International Student Program • International Student Program (Room 1658) • Support and Immigration Advising for F-1 students • Academic and Personal Concerns • Drop In Hours • Monday – Thursday - 9:00 am - 4:00 pm • Friday - 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

  5. International Student Counselor • Heike Gecox, Counselor • Room # 1616 M • (925) 424.1436 • hgecox@laspositascollege.edu

  6. What do Counselors do? • Academic advising/planning • Transfer counseling • Career counseling • Personal counseling • Teach classes (Psychology Counseling (PCN))

  7. Counseling Hours • Heike Gecox M 9-5, Tu 9-5, W 9-7, Th 9-5 • Counseling office hours: Monday/Thursday 9:00a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Tuesday/Wednesday 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. Friday 9:00 am to 12:00 p.m. • check with the Counseling office for reserved hours for international students, please indicate that you are an International Student with an F-1 visa - Hours are subject to change • E-counseling

  8. How to Meet a Counselor • Appointments: ½ hour to 1 hour – Appointments are for future dates and can be made in person in building 1600 or by calling 925-424-1400 • Drop-in counseling: For questions that can be answered in 10-15 minutes maximum • Emergency: If you are experiencing an emergency, notify the counseling assistant and a counselor will assist you

  9. Chabot – Las Positas Community College District • Chabot College (CC) - Hayward • Las Positas College (LPC) Chabot CollegeLas Positas College

  10. Las Positas College (LPC) • Founded in 1975 as “Valley Campus” of Chabot College • Independent College in 1988 • Accreditation in 1991 • 8,500 students (full and part-time) • 125 International Students from 35 different countries (Fall 2017) • Student Services and Administration Building (Spring 2013)

  11. 3 Important Materials • Class Schedule (also online) • Important Dates • Academic Catalog • Degree Requirements • Course Syllabus

  12. Reading the Class Schedule M= Monday T = Tuesday W = Wednesday F= Friday and… What about Thursday? In the Printed Class Schedule, Th= Thursday, In the Online Class Schedule, R = Thursday

  13. Important Policies • English Language Proficiency • Conditional Admission • Full Admission • PCN 28 • Online Course Restriction • Attendance

  14. LPC English Language Proficiency Policy Conditional Admission • TOEFL 45 ~ 60 iBT (450 ~499 PBT) • IETLS Academic 5.0 • ESL Assessment test 2A or 2B • Students offered Conditional Admission MUST take: • The required ESL courses in accordance with their ESL Assessment test result • Other academic classes only from the pre-approved list in accordance with their ESL level

  15. LPC English Language Proficiency Policy Full Admission • TOEFL 61+ iBT (500+ PBT) • IETLS Academic 5.5+ • ESL Assessment test 3A, 3B or English 1A • Students offered Full Admission may take: • Any academic classes upon meeting course prerequisites • ESL classes may be recommended

  16. English Language Proficiency Policy – International Student Contract • Page 11 of the International Student Application. • “If I am admitted as a student at Las Positas College…” • I will enroll in the 1 unit PCN 28 course in my first semester. • I will NOT take any online courses during my first semester at the College unless I have prior approval from the International Student Program office.

  17. English Language Proficiency Policy – International Student Contract • Page 12 of the International Student Application. • “If I am admitted conditionally at Las Positas College…” • I will enroll in both required ESL courses at my level as determined by my ESL Assessment test. • I will only enroll in other academic courses that are on the approved list for my level • I will not enroll in any remedial English course (English 100, English 104)

  18. English Language Proficiency Policy – International Student Contract • ISP will monitor your enrollment to maintain compliance with U.S. Immigration and International Student Program regulations/rules. • Use Registration Holds • Non compliance with ISP Contract • Payment • TB • Health Insurance

  19. Attendance • Attendance Requirements • Instructors may drop students who miss: • the first meeting of a course, or • if the student is absent for a total of 4 consecutive or 6 cumulative instructional hours or • 2 consecutive weeks of instruction. • Excessive Absences, Tardiness and leaving class early may be into consideration by instructors in assigning grades. • Check your syllabus for class requirements • Contact Teacher by phone or e-mail if you will be absent!

  20. Grades P/NP (Pass/ No Pass) GR – Grade Only OP – Option for P/NP or GR

  21. Important Policies • Pass/ No Pass – all Beginner and Intermediate levels of ESL • Grade Point Average (GPA) – Minimum 2.0 • Limitation on Unit Load – 18 units unless you obtain approval from a Counselor.

  22. Important Policies • Course Repeat Policy • Courses can NOT be repeated if a student has earned a passing grade (A,B, C, or P) • May only enroll in a course 3 times, through a combination of substandard grades (D,F, NP) and W. • May petition to Dean of Enrollment Servicesfor exemption.

  23. Priority Number • Used to determine Registration dates for Continuing students, and adding into classes. • New students have NO priority number! • Based on number of units completed and whether a students has completed the following Matriculation components: • Assessment • Orientation • Student Education Plan (SEP) • Can check Priority Number on Class Web

  24. Types of Classes • Full Term (January 16 – May 25) • Late Start (begins week of January 30) • Fast Track • 1st Session (January16 – March 16) • 2nd Session (March 19 – May 18) • Variable (see page 95 of Class Schedule) • Online Courses • Hybrid Courses

  25. Choosing Classes • Must be enrolled in a minimum of 12 units each semester (Fall/ Spring) • Remember 1 unit = 2 hours or more of study time! • Summer session is optional. Not required to take classes. • May take 1 class, or up to 3 units of online courses as part of your 12 units. • Hybrid classes do NOT count as online courses.

  26. Choosing Classes continued • Prerequisite • Co-requisite • Strongly recommended: English 1A eligibility including but not limited to: • Intro. to Business (BUSN 40) • all Economics courses • Intro. to Marketing (MKTG 50) • General Psychology (PSYC 1) • Fundamental of Public Speaking (CMST 1) • all Foreign Language (Spanish, French, Italian) courses • many Theater Arts courses

  27. PCN 28 Orientation/ International Students • Required for all International Students during their 1st semester. • 1 unit class – Mondays 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm • The course is designed to assist you in: • Gaining a better understanding of the U.S. Education System • Transitioning to higher education • Becoming familiar with Las Positas College Student Services • Gaining an understanding of U.S. American Culture • Have opportunity to meet with a Counselor once a week – great opportunity!

  28. Registering for Classes • Use Class Web or The ZONE • Username = Student ID (ie W10700712) • Password = Date of birth MMDDYY format (i.e. Lady Gaga’s birthday is March 28, 1986, then her password is 032886)

  29. Registering for Classes • Volunteer?

  30. Registering for Classes – Video Tutorial • Video Tutorial at: • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X3-BuRer0l8 • (click on “CC” box for “closed caption” spoken text)

  31. How to Add classes • Attend the class on the first class session if you are still on the waitlist! Added by position on waitlist first, then “drop ins” by priority number. • Obtain an "Add Authorization Number" from the instructor (a four digit number i.e. “1234”. If seating is available, instructors will add students BY PRIORITY according to the last 4 digits of the student’s priority number, highest number first • Enter your four digit "Add Authorization Number" online via CLASS-Web or The ZONE in the registration menu at www.laspositascollege.edu

  32. Waitlist System • Put yourself on the waitlist if available • Check your spot on Class Web or The Zone • Students added as vacancies become available in order on the waitlist • You will be notified by Zonemail if your spot becomes available • 72 hours to register • Link your personal e-mail account to Zonemail! • Waitlist Video Tutorial at: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F998Wg0bNvI&hd=1

  33. How to Drop Classes • Students are permitted to drop courses online via CLASS-Web or The ZONE in the registration menu. • The “No Grade of Record (NGR)" deadline is February 4, 2018 for full-term courses, later for Late- Start Classes.

  34. Important Dates • January 15 – Martin Luther King Birthday Holiday • January 16 – Instruction begins (Tuesday) • January 30 – Late Start Classes Begin (PCN 28) • February 2– Last Day to Add or Drop Classes (in person) (Friday) • February 4 – Last Day to Add or Drop Classes online (Sunday) • February 15 – Pass/ No Pass Deadline • February 16 – 19 – Presidents’ Day Weekend • March 26 – March 31 – Spring Break • April 13 – Last Day to Withdraw with “W” • May 26 – Last day of Final Exams

  35. Zonemail • Personal school Email address (g mail) • Instructors use this • Waitlist notifications sent by Zonemail • Linking your Zonemail account to your Personal E-mail account. • Instructions on page 1 of the Spring 2018 Class Schedule • http://myportal.clpccd.cc.ca.us/cp/home/displaylogin

  36. Blackboard/Canvas • Online classes • Messages from instructors • Login in: • Username: Student ID number - W10707137 • Password: First two (2) letters of your first name followed by the first two (2) letters of your last name followed by the last four (4) numbers of your Student ID number. laga7137

  37. How much is LPC going to cost? • Tuition - $291 per unit • 12 units = $3,523 (including Term Fees) • Books – expect to pay approximately $400 per semester • Materials fees (for some classes) + • Term Fees - $31 • Student Health Center - $17 per semester • Student Representation Fee - $1 per semester • Associated Students Fee - $10 per semester • Other Fees: • Parking Permit - $30 per semester (if applicable) • Student Insurance – expect to pay about $300 per semester

  38. Paying for classes • Pay tomorrow in Admissions and Records -Building #1600 or in ISP Office (Building #1600) either for units you have registered for OR for 12 units ($3,523) with cash, check, cashier’s check, or money order. No wire transfers acceptedOR • Pay online with U.S. credit/ debit card • Payment is due immediately for any class added after payment deadline.

  39. Paying for classes • Paying online via Class Web with credit/debit card • Sign In to Class Web • Main Menu • Student Services • Pay My Fees Online • Select Term (Spring 2018) • Pay by Visa, MasterCard, American Express, or Discover

  40. Nelnet Business Solutions (NBS) Tuition Payment Program • Advantages • Avoid being dropped from classes • Monthly Payment Plan • Easy online enrollment via CLASS-Web • Flexible payment options • No interest

  41. NBSEnrollment Dates for Fall 2017 Payments due on the 5th of the month e-Cashier available December 1, 2017

  42. NBS Tuition Payment Program continued • Cost to Participate • $20 subscriber fee per semester • $25 returned payment fee if a payment is returned • Simple Steps to Enroll • Go to http://www.laspositascollege.edu • Choose CLASS-Web under "Current Students" • Sign on to CLASS-Web • Click on the e-Cashier link located on the "Pay Fees Online / Registration Fee Assessment" page

  43. What do I do if I’m not yet in 12 units? • Consider taking classes at night • Add yourself to waitlist – check Zonemail • Go to the first class! • Tell the instructor that you are a NEW International Student with F-1 visa status – may help with some teachers • Don’t panic – it usually turns out ok!

  44. Counseling Appointments Tomorrow • Building #1600 • Drop in Counseling available first 2 weeks of the semester • Appointments begin 2 weeks after the start of the semester - SEP

  45. First Semester Blues • Many classes are full • But….. • It will be much easier next semester as you have early registration date as Continuing students. • Priority Number will also help

  46. U.S. College Academic Expectations • You determine your own academic schedule and manage your own time. • You are responsible for finding out about deadlines, graduation and transfer requirements, and for tracking your own progress. • Plan on spending 2-3 hours outside of class for every hour you spend in class (e.g. if you take 12 units, you will be in class about 12 hours per week; add another 24 - 36 hours per week for study outside of class, for a total of 36 - 48 hours per week for school).

  47. Strategies for Student Success • Know how to select courses and manage time • Be on time and stay for the entire class • Be an active learner (Sit in one of the first three rows, take good notes, ask questions) • Bring textbooks and materials to every class • Read and know the course syllabus • Take advantage of student services, especially Counseling • Use the Library and Tutorial Center • Get to know your instructors (office hours) • Get to know other students (join a club)

  48. Questions? The End… or just the beginning?

  49. ESL Program * Not offered in Fall 2014

  50. Academic Honesty • Cheating • Use of Duplicate Work • Plagiarism

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