1. General Information & Resources to Improve Success OSU Marion
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General Information & Resources to Improve Success
OSU Marion

2. Success at OSU
At OSU we want you to be a successful student in all areas (academically and socially)
We want you to feel connected to the university
As advisors we are your advocates
We provide referrals of resources and support to ensure student success

3. Requirements to be a pre-major in SHRS
Current OSU students must have a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA
Typically the average admitted GPA is higher than a 3.0
Complete prerequisite courses with a C- or higher
Observation/Shadowing hours
(varies by program)

4. Consequences of not meeting the requirements
May not get admitted to desired professional program
Applications are only submitted once a year (with the exception of Health Sciences) could delay graduation
May have to re-take classes
GPA consequences
Academic Warning – university action
Program Probation – department action
Academic Probation – university action
Program Dismissal – department action
Academic Dismissal – university action

5. Academic Action Program Action
Consequences could be Academic Warning, Academic Probation, and/or Academic Dismissal – which all go on your permanent record
Probation for the university
Less than a 2.0 GPA
Schedule will be locked
Cannot add/drop a class until the lock is removed
To remove the lock, you will be advised to complete a quiz within Qualtrics – student will receive instructions to access the quiz
Must improve your cumulative GPA to at least a 2.0, if already on academic probation and GPA does not improve it may lead to academic dismissal
Consequences could be Program Probation and/or Program Dismissal – which do NOT go on your permanent record
Department action – not university action
May still be in good standing for the university *Assigned at the discretion of the academic unit
Less than a 2.5 GPA
May not be eligible to apply to SHRS major
Schedule will be locked
Cannot add/drop a class until the lock is removed
To remove the lock, you will be advised to complete a quiz within Qualtrics – student will receive instructions to access the quiz

6. Academic Warning Consequence goes on Academic Record
Typically for First Term Students who have below a 2.0 OSU GPA
If student does not show vast improvement and/or does not improve cumulative GPA above a 2.0 for the next semester, students are typically placed on Academic Probation

7. Academic Probation Consequence goes on Academic Record
Cumulative GPA is below a 2.0
Two E’s or an EN letter grade – are automatically placed on Academic Probation*
Any rank can get this consequence
Students can only schedule 15 credit hours for next semester
If no improvement for the next semester students can get Academically Dismissed from OSU
*SHRS Policy

8. Academic Dismissal Consequence goes on Academic Record
If you are on Academic Probation and you continue to show consistent poor academic performance and do not improve your cumulative GPA to above a 2.0 you could be academically dismissed from the university
If this occurs: you will need to register at another institution to improve your GPA (generally 3 semesters or a full calendar year, dependent on the unit)
If you return to Ohio State, you will need to be reinstated
Each school has different requirements for reinstatement (please contact the school that you are hoping to return to for more information)

9. Program Probation
Consequence does not go on Academic Record, because you are still in good standing for the university however not competitive for SHRS majors
Cumulative GPA is within a

10. Program Dismissal
Can only be Programmatically Dismissed from SHRS if you were previously on Program Probation at any time.
Your cumulative GPA should improve to above a 2.5 to be competitive for SHRS majors.
This would mean that you would be dismissed from the unit, but you would be able to change your major and continue at Ohio State
Since our majors are competitive admissions, we want our pre-major students to be within competitive range, which is why our unit continues to look at Program Action

11. Grade Forgiveness
Grade Forgiveness is a policy unique to OSU and a few other colleges and universities that recognizes that some students struggle with the transition to college and structuring their own time
Grade Forgiveness allows a student to re-take up to 3 classes of course work to try and earn a higher grade.

12. Grade Forgiveness cont’d…
Students must petition to repeat a course using grade forgiveness
Petitions are online (through the Registrar’s Office) and due by the 4th Friday of the semester you would be re- taking the course
If approved, after completing the 2nd attempt, the original course credit and grade will be excluded from the calculation of the student’s GPA, but will remain on the student’s official transcript
Students are able to use grade forgiveness regardless of a grade earned in class
Keep in mind that if a student earns a lower grade for the 2nd attempt, the 2nd grade counts, not the higher grade

13. Helpful tips for you Contact your instructor immediately if…
You will miss class for any reason (Student Athlete, if you’re sick, family emergency etc.)
You do not understand the material/assignment – go to Office Hours
Be aware of the drop deadlines
Friday of the 4th week is the last day to drop a course without a “W” for Autumn/Spring Semester
Friday of the 10th week is the last day to drop an Autumn/Spring Semester course without petitioning.
After the 10th Friday of the current term, you have made a commitment to complete the course.
Contact the Student Financial Aid Office if you drop below
“full-time status”(12 credit hours)

14. Email Etiquette Professionalism should be maintained even in email
When contacting an instructor be sure to address them by the correct title and name(Professor, Dr., etc.)
Give instructors time to reply
Wait at least 48 hours before sending a follow up
Be sure you are using your OSU
Faculty & Staff may not respond to non-university addresses
Use a greeting at the beginning of every & an appropriate signature – even in a chain

15. Meet with an Advisor To discuss your goals
Major
Career
Extra-curricular
Deliberate about back-up majors or minors
Application Workshops – to assist with applying to our competitive majors
Questions
About scheduling
GE requirements
Pre-requisites
Provide referrals to tools around campus to ensure student success

16. The Many Resources at OSU…

17. Academic Success Center
Provides free tutoring in most subjects
Assistance with writing in any subject
Help with math
Tutoring is available both one-to-one and in small groups
Hours:
Contact information:
Monday-Thursday: 8am-8pm
216 Morrill Hall
Friday: 8am-5pm or

18. Academic Success Center cont’d…
Houses
8 computer stations
Free printing and scanning
Free copy machine
Conference room for group study
Study spaces with white boards and reference materials
Helpful Links
Help with writing – Writing Center
How to study
Math Lab

19. Don’t forget to use the library!
Can help with research and provide an array of resources in print and electronic formats
1469 Mt. Vernon Ave.
Marion, OH 43302

20. Counseling & wellness services
This resource is available to all Marion students
Services are FREE, confidential and easy to schedule
Services include:
Diagnosis and treatment of mental health and substance use problems
Wellness screenings
Referrals to resources and community providers
The Counseling and Wellness Services Center has events, trainings and workshops throughout the semester – be sure to sign up for event alerts just to
Events include: Gran n Go Healthy Breakfast, REACH Suicide Prevention Training, Stress Management Workshop and much more!

21. Counseling & wellness services cont’d…
Topics that are addressed:
Anxiety
Depression
Relationship stressors
Time management
Sleep problems
LGBTQ concerns and more
To schedule a free anonymous appointment, contact:
Leslie, Beary, Mental Health & Wellness Counselor or
Cathy McClain, Receptionist

22. Career Services
The mission of this office is to assist our students and recent alumni achieve meaningful and satisfying careers while serving the needs of area employers
Maynard Hall Room 124
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23. Disability services
Provides confidential support services and accommodations for students
To initiate services, documentation of one of the following disabilities must be provided to the Office of Disability Services:
Visual Impairment
Mobility Impairment Diagnosis
Hearing Impairment
Psychiatric Disability
Learning Disability
Chronic Illness
Attention Deficit (Hyperactivity) Disorder and others
128 Maynard Hall

24. Veteran & military student resources
The Marion Campus Student Veteran Advocate is a current student who has served in the military. Each semester the Student Veteran Advocate is available to talk with veteran and military students at Marion. Andrew Tackett is the Student Veteran Advocate and available by
The Veterans Support Lounge is located in the Alber Student Center. This space is for all veterans on campus and provides a place to relax while studying and to meet others on campus who share the unique experience of being a veteran
Consider joining the Veterans of Marion Campus student organization!
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25. Student involvement Benefits to getting involved on campus?
Learn and develop life-long skills and experiences
Have the opportunity to meet other students with shared interests
Helps build a sense of community
You do not have to live on campus to participate in campus events and most are FREE!
Consider getting involved in a leadership role!

26. Student conduct, what do you need to know?
Access the Code of Student Conduct –
You are responsible for knowing the Code, if you are not aware – it does not absolve you from being in violation

27. Next steps Meet with your Academic Advisor if needed
Call to schedule an appointment
Office located in Suite 100 Maynard Hall
Use all of the resources available to you, ask questions and get involved!