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1. ORIENTATION Please view or print this presentation with the “notes” visible
2. Welcome! CASCADIA Community College Running Start Student Orientation
3. Activity Write Down: Why did you choose to participate in Running Start? What would you like to get out of this experience? What might be challenging about Running Start/College?
4. Expectations
5. This is a Respectful Environment This means: We do not use hurtful or hateful language We respect others opinions We acknowledge that Cascadia is a safe space We conduct ourselves appropriately inside and OUTSIDE the classroom Please help us maintain a positive experience for everyone at Cascadia
6. What to Expect at College Part 1 Adult learning environment Rigorous workload & pace
7. What to Expect at College Part 2 Collaborative Discussions Careful scheduling
8. What college is like…. Three 11-week quarters plus summer session Classes meet 2-3 times a week Group work Not this unfortunately….
9. Instructors Expect… You will want to be in class You will do the work/participate: Complete assignments on time Read material prior to class Add to the discussion
10. Instructors Also Expect… You will seek assistance if needed You will get notes from classmates if you miss class
11. Homework – General Guidelines 1 credit = 2-3 hours of study beyond class per week Most classes = 5 credits So…15 credits = 30-45 hours of studying per week True for online classes, too!
12. Online/Hybrid courses Same outcomes as face-to-face Weekly assignments Participation is critical Participate within first 2 days of the quarter Participate regularly Visit Distance Learner Page: http://www.cascadia.edu/programs/elearning/default.aspx
13. Academic Progress
14. Student Code of Conduct and Privacy
15. Responsibilities
16. Financial Responsibilities All Non-tuition costs Mandatory fees**(tech fee, online, etc) Books Supplies/lab fees (consumables) Parking/Transportation
17. Staying within your Credit Allotment Full tuition/fees for below 100 level courses Tuition above your RS allotment
18. Help with Paying for College Fee Waiver Available Future Financial Aid Eligibility
19. Student Responsibilities Attendance/Participation Enrollment Verification forms Registration/Registration policy Read Running Start correspondence Self-advocacy
20. Finding Classes
21. Running Start Enrollment Verification Form This form needs to be completed each quarter Student’s, Parent’s, and High School Counselor’s signatures are required This form lists maximum credits at the college covered by Running Start Bring this form, completed to your CORE Registration Session. Without it, you will not be able to register for classes. http://www.cascadia.edu/advising/sassresources/RS%20Enrollment%20Verfication%20Form.pdf
22. How to find classes Online Class Schedule: http://classes.cascadia.edu/ (Use the drop down box to select your quarter)
23. Reading the Course Listing Item Numbers are extremely important! They apply only to the specific Course, time, Instructor, and class type indicated The textbook information is hyperlinked, click on it in the online course schedule to see what books you will need for your class (this will explained in a later slide and at the CORE session) Make sure that each part of the course fits into your schedule, times & days and type of class especially.
24. Checking Prerequisites Check the course description of every class you plan to take to make sure you meets the prerequisites Check if a class needs to be taken in sequence
25. Your first quarter schedule Not everyone has to take English, math, history, or political science the first quarter Science majors start your math early!
26. What’s a “WAITLIST”? There may be a waitlist for full classes The top person is added when space opens. Maximum is 3 waitlists at a time, different sections of same class is not allowed Check your waitlist status regularly! Drop yourself from a waitlist if you do not intend to take the course
27. Beyond your first quarter
28. Degree Programs Most Running Start students do not earn their AA degree until after high school It is better to work toward a degree/major, even if you have to finish it after you graduate HS Make an appointment with an academic advisor to make a degree plan Check out the degrees we offer: http://www.cascadia.edu/programs/career_paths.aspx
29. Participate in college clubs/events Cascadia offers lots of different student clubs You do not need to sign up to join a club. Participation is totally up to you and open to everyone (with the exception of some honors clubs)
30. Next Steps
31. Getting Ready for your First Quarter Check for textbooks 4-6 weeks before the quarter begins Pay any fees by the tuition/fee deadline – See calendar on the college web site Before classes begin : Activate student email account Get Student ID Card Verify Schedule Get your Bus Pass/Parking Permit (usually available a week before classes begin)
32. Buying Your Books You must check if books are required for your classes Have your books for the first day of class Look on the bookstore shelves or look online…
33. Where to go for Assistance It is your responsibility to ask for help Instructors Math and Writing Lab E-tutoring Classmates – study groups College advisors/H.S. Counselors Disability Support Services The UWB/CCC Library Seek assistance early
34. Where’s my class? Navigating campus: http://www.cascadia.edu/discover/visitors/findway.aspx
35. Questions? Norm Wright (Running Start Coordinator) runningstart@cascadia.edu 425-352-8147 Running Start Office runningstart@cascadia.edu 425-352-8146 For Appointments Visit Kodiak Corner or call 425-352-8860
36. Complete Your Orientation By copying and pasting this link into your web browser and completing the survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/PKBDXTC At the end of the above survey copy the new link into your browser to sign up for your CORE Session (where you will register for classes)