Academic Success Workshop

Use missteps as stepping stones to deeper understanding and greater achievement. Susan Taylor

Introduction

The Academic Success Workshop is a 1 hour workshop designed to help students understand the consequences of being on Probation or Warning, identify reasons for academic difficulties, identify College and University resources, and set academic goals. The workshop will be facilitated by the Office of Undergraduate Student Development. It is required of all CBA students on probation or warning after Fall 2013.

Agenda

Overview of the workshop What is academic warning and probation? Explanation of the BGSU Unsatisfactory Progress Policy How to calculate GPA How to Calculate the GPA you need to get in good standing BGSU Retake Policy How did you get where you are? Address problems and discover resources available at BGSU. Individual recommendations for Spring 2014 schedules Closing comments

Unsatisfactory Academic Progress Policy

The University cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) for good academic standing for all students, including freshmen, is a 2.0. This is a C average. Students whose cumulative GPA falls below 2.0 are notified of unsatisfactory academic progress through warning, probation, suspension, or dismissal.

Unsatisfactory Academic Progress Table

The following table establishes the criteria for unsatisfactory progress notifications which are provided to students at the end of each semester:
Standing All credit hours earned, including transfer credit 0 - 29 30- 59 60 89 90 + Cumulative GPA Warning Cumulative GPA Probation/ Suspension/ Dismissal 0.00 1.49 GPA 0.00 1.69 GPA 0.00 1.79 GPA 0.00 1.89 GPA

Freshman Sophomore Junior Senior

1.50 1.99 GPA 1.70 1.99 GPA 1.80 1.99 GPA 1.90 1.99 GPA

Academic Warning & Probation

Academic Warning: Applies to a student whose cumulative GPA falls in the warning range at the end of any term of attendance at BGSU. Students on academic warning should not enroll for more than 12 semester hours. Academic Probation: Applies to a student whose cumulative GPA falls in the probation/suspension/dismissal range for the first time. Students on academic probation may not enroll for more than 12-13 semester hours (see the BGSU Undergraduate Catalog for other restrictions).

Academic Suspension
Academic Suspension: Applies to a student whose cumulative GPA falls in the probation/suspension/dismissal range at the end of any term if the student has been placed on probation in any previous semester. Students who have been suspended may not return to BGSU in the two semesters immediately following their suspension, including summer term (see the BGSU Undergraduate Catalog). A student who is suspended may continue enrollment if the student meets one of the following conditions: if, during the previous semester, the student earned a semester GPA of at least 2.0; or if permitted as the result of a successful written appeal to the dean of the student's college.

Academic Dismissal
Academic Dismissal: Applies to a student whose cumulative GPA falls in the academic probation/suspension/dismissal range and who has been placed on suspension in any previous semester. Students who have been dismissed may not enroll again at BGSU for a period of 3 calendar years from the date of dismissal unless they have received favorable action on a written appeal to the College of Business Administration Board of Appeals (see the BGSU Undergraduate Catalog for other restrictions and conditions) A student who is suspended may continue enrollment if the student meets one of the following conditions: if, during the previous semester, the student earned a semester GPA of at least 2.0; or if permitted as the result of a successful written appeal to the dean of the student's college.

Calculating your Grade Point Average (GPA)

A students GPA is calculated by dividing the total number of quality points earned by the total number of hours taken, excluding courses in which the marks S, U, P, INC, W, or WP are recorded. If an INC in a course is not made up by the deadline, the INC will turn to an I and calculated as an F in the GPA.
Example: The following quality points are assigned to each letter grade: A = 4 quality points, B = 3 quality points, C = 2 quality points, D = 1 quality point, F = 0 quality points, WF or I = 0 quality points. Course BA 1500 BIOL 1040 GSW 1110 FREN 2020 MATH 1220 Grade D C S C F Hours 3 4 (3) 3 3 13 Quality Points 3 8 0 (not a graded course) 6 0 17

17 Total Quality Points divided by 13 Total Graded Hours equals 1.30 GPA

Calculate Your Fall 2013 GPA

Course Grade Hours Quality Points

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(Compare with GPA recorded on your Degree Audit)

How did I end up here??

Do any of these fit?

Spring 2014 Dates to Remember

January 13, 2014................................................. Spring Classes Begin. 90% Refund of Fees for Dropped Classes. January 19, 2014..................................................Last day to Add Classes on the web without college permission. January 20, 2014..................................................Late registration fee in effect. 80% Refund of Fees for Dropped Classes. January 20, 2014..................................................Martin Luther King Day - No Classes. January 26, 2014..................................................Last Day to Drop Classes/Change Grade Option on the web without College Permission. January 27, 2014..................................................60% Refund of Fees for Dropped Classes. January 27, 2014 ............................................... Students dropping a class on or after this date receive a withdrawal (W) grade on Transcript. February 3, 2014..................................................40% Refund of Fees for Dropped Classes. February 10, 2014 ................................................0% Refund of Fees for Dropped Classes. March 10-14, 2014 ...............................................Spring Recess - No Classes. April 11, 2014 .......................................................Last Day to Withdraw with college permission. May 2, 2014 .........................................................Spring 2014 Classes End May 5-9, 2014 ........................................Final Exam Week May 10, 2014..........................................................Commencement

CBA Resources at BGSU

CBA Math & Stats Coaching, 254 BA, 372-2747 Assistance for students in all levels of math and statistics courses Individual tutoring Walk-ins are welcomed Hours: Posted outside 254 BA

Business Career Accelerator, 264 BA, 372-2356 Career Exploration in Business Fields Resume creation and review Interview and career fair preparation

CBA Resources at BGSU (continued)

Accounting and Management Information Systems Beta Alpha Psi, a student organization consisting of accounting and MIS students, provides free coaching for ACCT 2210 and 2220. In addition, the AMIS Department has a list of students who are available for coaching for a variety of different accounting and MIS courses. See the AMIS Department in 332 BA or call 372-2767 for more information. Economics The Economics Department offers coaching for students in ECON 2020 and 2030. Visit the Economics Department in 3002 BAA for information about how to take advantage of this service.

Applied Statistics and Operations Research The Department of Applied Statistics and Operations Research assigns graduate assistants to the Math and Stats Tutoring Center in order to provide tutoring for STAT 2110, STAT 2120, and OR 3800. Contact the Math and Stats Tutoring Center (254 BA, 372-2747) or the Applied Statistics and Operations Research Department (344 BA, 372-2363) for the current tutoring schedule.

Campus Resources at BGSU (Free of Charge)

Pre-Major Advising, 101 University Hall, 372-8943 Provides programs designed to assist new students in their transition from high school to the University Provides academic and career counseling for students whose choice of major or college is undecided Appointments are available with advisors Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Learning Commons, Math & Stats Tutoring Center, 1st Floor Jerome Library, 372-2823 Helps students understand basic as well as more advanced concepts in mathematics Videos, textbook answer keys, sample tests, lending library, computer software and study space is available Problem solving skills are emphasized in tutoring sessions Help is available on a walk-in basis Weekly topic-oriented seminars are offered Hours: Call the Center for Current Hours

Campus Resources at BGSU (continued)

Learning Commons, Study Skills Center, 1st Floor Jerome Library, 372-2823 Helps students to learn more effective study skills and textbook reading skills Test-taking, note taking, and time management are other skills reviewed Weekly small group sessions with a student mentor are available Appointments are recommended Hours: Call the Center for Hours Learning Commons, Writing Center, 1st Floor Jerome Library, 372-2823 Shares successful composing strategies with writers Helps writers apply more effective strategies when writing essays, research projects, and other writing assignments Small group workshops on topics of general interest are available Appointments are recommended; walk-ins are accepted if tutors are available Hours: Call the Center for Hours Disability Services, 38 College Park, 372-8495 Assists in conquering obstacles that persons with disabilities may encounter Students are required to provide documentation of their disability Offers accommodations to students based on documented disabilities Appointments are recommended, walk-ins are accepted if counselors are available Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Campus Resources at BGSU (continued)

Career Center, 318C Math Science Building, 372-2356 Offers career assessments, career advising, Center for Career Resources, a Career Fair, and career exploration groups Offers student employment information, on-campus recruiting, Job Fairs, workshops on job hunting, interviewing, and resume writing Drop-in 10 minute meetings are available to answer job search or resume questions Appointments available with career counselors Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Counseling Center, 114 College Park, 372-2081 Assists students with educational, social, and personal concerns that may interfere with their academic progress Students often seek counseling for study/test taking concerns, stress/anxiety reduction, relationship concerns, depression, family concerns, eating disorders, sexual concerns, victimization, and grief/loss concerns Offered on an individual basis Students are at times given the option of being seen in group counseling Services are available by appointment only, except under emergency circumstances Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.