1. College Success: The Gator Way Presented by the STAR Program Learn how to establish good habits for success in college

2. FYE@ UHD Checklist √1. Orientation √2. Common Reader √3. Personalized Academic Advising √4. Freshman Convocation √5. Commit to graduate on-time √6. Freshman Seminar √7. Gator Guide Connect √8. UHD Community Engagement √9. Explore Careers and Majors √10. 30n3@UHD Recognition Ceremony Make your experience count!

3. 2 minute Meet & Greet  Form teams of 4  Take turns giving your name and reason for attending college  Sit with your team

4. College is life changing Welcome to UH-Downtown

5. Freshman Sophomore Junior Senior 30 60 90 120 Typical degree = 120 credit hours 1 credit hour = 1 hour of class time each week Q. How many years will it take to earn a degree?

6. Required core classes Years 1 & 2 Build skills for success in your major and for life Communication Skills Critical Thinking Research Skills Teamwork Personal Responsibility Social Responsibility Years 3 & 4 Apply skills in upper level courses within your major

7.  Graduate in 4 years  Save time  Accrue less DEBT  Start career/lifestyle  Earn more $$$$$$ 30n3@UHD Your plan for staying on track towards graduation Commit to earn 30 credit hours in 3 semesters (Fall Spring, Summer,) and you will:

8. 30n3@UHD Your plan for staying on track towards graduation Here’s how it works Each Academic Year (Fall, Spring, Summer sessions)  Earn 30 semester credit hours  Maintain good academic standing  Take advantage of the CAPS: Power Hour  Participate in the 30n3@UHD Recognition Celebration, January 28, 2016  Stay on track towards graduation Semester # of classes Credit hours per class Semester Credit Hours Fall 2015339 Spring 2016339 Summer 1 Summer 3 2222 3333 6666 3 semesters 30 Semester # of classes Credit hours per class Semester Credit Hours Fall 20155315 Spring 20165315 Summer 2016 Summer Abroad 3 semesters 30 Semester # of classes Credit hours per class Semester Credit Hours Fall 20154312 Spring 20165315 Summer 2016 133 3 semesters 30

9. Fixed Tuition Rate Program University of Houston-Downtown One Main Street #380-S Houston, TX 77002 Opt in when you register for spring classes Complete 30 credit hours per year Maintain good academic standing each year Take advantage of savings Learn more: www.uhd.edu/fixedtuitionwww.uhd.edu/fixedtuition

10. Diamond of College Success COLLEGE SUCCESS Utilizing Campus Resources Active Involvement Interpersonal Interaction and Collaboration Personal Reflection and Self-Awareness Campagna, M., Cuseo, J. B., Fecas, V. S., & Thompson, A. (2013). Thriving in college and beyond: Research-based strategies for academic success & personal development (3rd ed.). Dubuque, IA: Kendall Hunt. Group Activity

11. College Success: The Gator Way U Commit to take 30 credit hours in 3 semesters Take the 30n3@UHD Pledge H Take advantage of UHD’s 4 Year Fixed Tuition Rate Plan D Complete your College Success Plan for the First Six Weeks Participate in the CAPS: Power Hour

12. Connect with advisors, mentors, tutors, workshops, and more during the CAPS:POWER HOUR Mon. & Wed.1:00-2:00 PM Mon. & Wed.2:15-3:15 PM Tues. & Thurs.1:00-200 PM Tues. & Thurs.2:15-3:15 PM Get In Fit In Stay In GRADUATE

13. Still have questions? The purpose of the STAR Program is to help you THRIVE and PERSIST towards graduation by: providing mentors and support keeping YOU connected to campus events & resources designed for your personal and academic development Visit us in S403 Visit us: S403 Katrina Borders, Director Consuela Cooper, Coordinator Spencer McGuire, Coordinator We’re Here to Help!