Presentation Succeed in your classes and at MSU By Ghazala Khan International Student Advisor Ravi Ammigan International Student Advisor 103 International

PresentationSucceed in your classes and at MSU

By

Ghazala Khan International Student Advisor

Ravi AmmiganInternational Student Advisor

103 International Center www.isp.msu.edu/oiss [email protected] (517)353-1720

Welcome & Introduction

ACADEMICSAcademic CalendarSyllabus & AssignmentsClass ParticipationAcademic Honesty & PlagiarismAcademic AdvisingResources

COMMUNITY RESOURCES

Q & A’s


Agenda

5/17/2004 Classes begin for Full and First Summer Sessions 04

End of tuition refund period--no refund after this date for First Summer Session 2004 courses.

5/31/2004 Memorial Day Observed -- University Closed

6/9/2004 Middle of First Summer Session 2004 -- last day for withdrawal or dropping First Session courses with no grade reported.

End of tuition refund period--no refund after this date for Full Summer Session 2004 courses.

7/1/2004 Late enrollment fee ($100) begins for first-time enrollees for the First Summer Session 2004.

http://www.reg.msu.edu


Academics – Academic Calendar

• Usually given on your first day of class

• Consists of class expectations, such as: AssignmentsQuizzesReadingsGrading system, etc

• Always consult your professor if you are not sure about an assignment.


Academics – Syllabus & Assignments

• Extra grade points for class participation (check your syllabus)

• Express your ideas and opinions

• Class discussion


Academics – Class Participation

• Academic integrity

• Working and learning in a group

• Written work or assignments have to be authentic

• Use of resources should be cited according to academic standards.


Academics – Academic Honesty & Plagiarism

Examples of Academic Dishonesty

• Copying information from the web

• Working together on an assignment, but submitting the work as a solo effort

• Copying directly from a peer

• Having someone else do your homework or assignment



Consequences of Academic Dishonesty

• Clear distinction between your own work and that of others

• Serious disciplinary action

• Formal hearing and dismissal from school



• Be in constant touch with their advisor

• Undergraduate Students: http://www.msu.edu/dept/uud/

• Graduate Students: http://www.msu.edu/user/gradschl/all/diralpha.htm

• Academic Advising Webpage: http://www.msu.edu/dept/uud/advising.html


Academics – Academic Advising

http://www.msu.edu/user/gradschl/all/diralpha.htm

http://www.msu.edu/user/gradschl/all/diralpha.htm

• Library

• English Language Center

• Writing Center at Bessey Hall

• Tutoring Labs

• Computer Labs

• Printing & e-tokens


Academics – Resources

Academic Advising:• Student Academic Affairs (UUD)• Advisers monitor the academic progress of freshmen and sophomores• Major preferences and undeclared majors

Admissions:• Evaluation • Transfer credits

Associated Students of MSU (ASMSU): • Student Government• Simplify campus life• Ways to relax and have fun• $100 dollar loans, cheap copies, and free legal services

Graduate Employees Union:• Labor Union for graduate students• Fair wage, decent health care, safe working conditions, and a workplace free from discrimination • Council of Graduate Students (COGS)

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Community Resources – MSU Contacts

Student Health Insurance:• Required to be covered by some form of health insurance • Plans through The Chickering Group • Covers sickness and accidents at an affordable cost

Olin Health Center:• Provides medical, dental, and optometry care• Insurance is built into the tuition (for medical)• Covers students who are enrolled for 7 or more credits and for graduate assistants. • Offers preventive medical care, treatment for illness or injury, and health education • Provides a courtesy van that picks up and returns students who live on campus

Student Accounts & Cashier Services:• Tuition and Fees• Payment Schedule & deferred payment plans• Important dates: http://www.ctlr.msu.edu/studrec/CalendarSS.htm

University Housing (On and Off-Campus):• Largest residence hall system in the country • Residence halls, university apartments, graduate housing

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Community Resources – MSU Contacts

http://www.ctlr.msu.edu/studrec/CalendarSS.htm

http://www.ctlr.msu.edu/studrec/CalendarSS.htm

In case of emergency, always dial 911 first

MSU Department of Police and Public Safety:24-hour Police phone linePhone: (517) 355-2221

East Lansing Police:24-hour non-emergency phone linePhone: (517) 351-4220

State Walk:Student volunteers accompany you when walking on campus after dark.Phone: (517) 355-5548Hours: Sunday – Thursday, 7:00pm – 1:00am

Dial-A-Ride:Phone: (517) 432-1145Hours: Monday - Friday, 10:00pm – 2:00am

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Community Resources – Safety Contacts

Capital City Airport:4100 Capital City Blvd., LansingPhone: (517) 321-6121www.capitalcityairport.com

Amtrak Train Station:1240 S. Harrison Rd., East LansingPhone: (517) 332-5051www.amtrak.com

Local Buses (CATA):4615 Tranter, LansingPhone: (517) 394-1100www.cata.org

Taxi (Capital Transport LCC):229 S. Cedar St., LansingPhone: (517) 482-1444

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Community Resources – Travel & Transportation | Banking

Citizens Bank (Downtown Branch):100 W. Grand River Ave., East LansingPhone: (517) 337-4194

MSU Credit Union (Main Branch):600 E. Cresent Dr., MSU CampusPhone: (517) 353-2280

Michigan National Bank: 2731 E. Grand River Ave., East LansingPhone: (517) 349-5494 or (800) 225-5662

Fifth Third Bank:250 E. Saginaw, East LansingPhone: (517) 332-6176

Questions and Answers


Q & A’s

Thank you for taking the time to attend this session.

Welcome to the MSU community and Good Luck!


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Presentation Succeed in your classes and at MSU By Ghazala Khan International Student Advisor Ravi Ammigan International Student Advisor 103 International