1. To get started, log onto a computer: Username: First part of your WWU email Password: Created by you when you activated your Universal Account Forgot your password? Let the student advisor know, they can help. Warning: Do not attempt to guess your password more than twice, or you will get locked out. Connect with Advising: facebook.com/WWUAdvising @WWUAdvising

2. 10:30-11:30 Group Advising Session Graduation requirements Academic policies Transfer credit report How to identify classes 11:30-12:15Registration Preparation & Academic Planning Advisors are available to answer questions Plan winter schedules 12:20Registration Presentation: How to Register 12:40Registration begins Register for classes Advisors are available to answer questions Review Winter Quarter schedule 1:30Advising Session concludes 2:00Math Placement Test at WWU Haggard Hall 153 By appointmentSpanish Placement Test in MH 21 Call 360-650-3918

3. Academics at Western Major Exploration and Preparation Your Academic Records Class Planning Resources Planning for Winter Registration

4. Viking Advisor pg. 4 (pg. 2 in DTA version) It is the student’s responsibility to initiate contact with an advisor! Recommendation: meet with an advisor at least once per quarter.

5.  Provides advising and registration information  Includes :  Graduation Requirements  General University Requirements (GURs) - Course Descriptions  Registration Information  Academic Planning Resources Keep your Viking Advisor for use throughout your first year at Western.

6. Viking Advisor pg. 6 (pg. 4 in DTA version)

7. Viking Advisor pg. 5 (pg. 3 of DTA version)

8.  Communication (ACOM & BCOM/CCOM): English 101 & an additional course from Block B or C  Quantitative and Symbolic Reasoning (QSR): One of six options  Humanities (HUM): 12 credits, 3 courses from at least 2 departments  Social Sciences (SSC): 12 credits, 3 courses from at least 2 departments  Comparative, Gender and Multicultural Studies (ACGM & BCGM): 1 course from Block A and 1 course from Block B  Natural Sciences (LSCI & SCI): Complete 3 courses. At least 2 courses must include a lab (LSCI) Viking Advisor pg. 7-39

9. Academics at Western Major Exploration and Preparation Your Academic Records Class Planning Resources Planning for Winter Registration

10. Viking Advisor pg. 43 (pg. 5 of DTA version)

11. Benefits to Declaring Your Major Early  Departmental advisement specific to your major  Finding out about opportunities within your department  Access to major restricted courses  Graduate on time!

12. College & Department Information Major & Minor Requirements Course Descriptions Academic Policies Student Rights & Responsibilities

13. Locate the list of available majors under ‘Programs of Study’ in the online Catalog

14. Major Title Number of Credits to Complete the Major Introduction to the field of study Department Contact Information Career Resources How to Declare the Major

15. Course Requirements Click on a Course Title to View More Information This is a good place to find GURs that also fulfill major requirements

16. Academics at Western Major Exploration and Preparation Your Academic Records Class Planning Resources Planning for Winter Registration

17. Math Placement Information Next MPT is today at 2pm in HH 153 Check the Math Placement Scores section for any grades or scores that may place you into a math course at Western. The Math Placement Information section displays math courses that you may take based only on your Math Placement Test (MPT) score. Consult with an advisor to consider all placement information and choose the appropriate course for you.

18. English Placement Information (may be located on the back page) English 101 must be completed by the end of your first year. Exempt from English 101: AP English Exam – score 4 or 5 College transfer credit Consult with an advisor to consider all placement information and choose the appropriate course for you.

19. Institution Information Course Equivalents GUR Attributes XX and TT code Not Upper Division Transfer Grades Please see the key at the bottom of your printed TER for more information about your transfer credits.

20. Academics at Western Major Exploration and Preparation Your Academic Records Class Planning Resources Planning for Winter Registration

21. Found on your MyWestern homepage, under Registration Viking Advisor pg. 41 (pg. 7 of DTA version)

22. Building an appropriate schedule Credit Load = average 14-16 credits (3-4 classes) Balance credit load, class types and sizes, and other commitments Plan time for out-of-class assignments and to study Pay attention to prerequisites and course sequencing Many majors such as Languages, Math, Science, Pre-Healthcare, and Engineering should begin their coursework winter quarter to stay on track Learning to develop a good schedule is a valuable skill for academic success and to avoid making registration changes that may affect financial aid/student loan eligibility. Viking Advisor pg. 40 (pg. 6 of the DTA version)

23. Give first-year students a small group experience to help: Integrate into University life Provide opportunities for substantial interaction with faculty Gain knowledge of yourself as an active learner Understand the value of resources for academic success FIGS = 3 classes 2 GUR lecture courses + a small seminar Winter 2016 FIG information is available at www.wwu.edu/figs

24. Academics at Western Major Exploration and Preparation Your Academic Records Class Planning Resources Planning for Winter Registration

31. ANTH 201 5 CHEM 1TT5 Viking Advisor back cover

33. Watch for prerequisites and restrictions Read all the notes available

34. http://www.wwu.edu/advising/forms/reserved_seat_request.shtml

37. now-12:15 Academic Planning & Registration Preparation 12:20 Registration Presentation: How to Register 12:40 Registration opens Viking Advisor pg. 41-42 (pg. 7-8 for DTA version)

38. 1.Check your registration status. 2.Review your TER and copy any GUR transfer credits onto your GUR Checklist. 3.If you have identified a possible major, look up major requirements using the Catalog. Then, check for open classes in ClassFinder that will fulfill GURs or major requirements for winter quarter. 4.If a course in ClassFinder is full, check the Reserved Seat List and if the course is on the list, submit an online request form. 5.Create and print a couple winter quarter schedules, using ClassFinder’s Scratch Sheet or the Trial Schedule Form Stay connected with us: facebook.com/WWUAdvising @WWUAdvising Other things you may want to do to for winter registration: Math Placement Test – 2:00pm in HH 153 Spanish Placement Test – in MH 21. Call 360-650-3918 for appointment.