EASTERN CONNECTICUT STATE UNIVERSITY

EDUCATION DEPARTMENT

COURSE SYLLABUS

Department:             Education

 
Course Number:        EDU 098
 
Credit Hours:            One credit course,
                                     with credit considered towards graduation only after 120 credits have been earned
 
Course Title:    Introduction to the University
 
Course Prerequisites:    Participation in Summer Transition Education Program/Contract Admission Program
 
Enrollment Restrictions:    Acceptance in STEP/CAP program

Summer 2001 Seminar Facilitators -

Dr. John Sharlow, Chair, Mathematics and Computer and Information Science Department, tel.no. (860) 465-4593

Dr. David Stoloff, Chair, Education Department, tel. no. (860) 465-5501, email: stoloffd@easternct.edu

Professor Hannah Sellers, Education Department, tel. no. (860) 465-5009

Professor Terrell Green, Glastonbury Elementary Education Teacher, Summer Institute for Future Teacher faculty member

also posted at http://www.easternct.edu/depts/edu/dept/edu098.html

 
Catalog Description:
 
Designed as an introduction to the people, offices,  programs, and services at Eastern Connecticut State University.  Seminar discussions will include career planning, academic program development, and strategies for success at the university.

Course Schedule:  June 23 - August 2, 2001, Webb Hall 110, 3:30 - 4:45

 
Course Objectives:    By the end of the semester, students will:

1.    Identify key university community members who would serve as valuable resources as they pursue their academic career at ECSU;

2.    Further develop their goals for their studies and experiences at ECSU;

 
3.    Create a first-draft of their four-year academic plan;
 
4.    Prepare with success strategies for the first semester at ECSU.
 
 Course Evaluation:

1.    By the end of the first week (June 28) – a list of ten questions that participants would like to ask the upcoming guest speakers.(10 points)

 
2.    An essay due at the beginning of the second week (Monday, July 2) on what skills participants would wish to develop during the summer program to help prepare them for the first year at ECSU. (10 points)
 
3.    An essay due at the end of the third week (July 13) discussing potential career options for the participants and how university resources would support  them as they achieve their goals. (25 points)
 
4.    A first-draft academic plan with a list of General Education, major, and minor courses, due by July 27. (30 points)
 
5.    Active participation in the seminar - about 1 point per session. (25 points)
 
Required Readings:

Handouts given in class.

Lawry, J.D. (1999).  College 101:  A first-year reader.   Boston, MA: McGraw-Hill College.


Suggested Seminar Topics:

Sessions
Topics in Large Group
 Topics in Small Seminars
1 - 4
Academic and Career Advisement
Career opportunities and academic preparation;  developing a Fall 2001 schedule
5 - 8
Campus support services
 Discussions of campus resources
9 - 12 Campus life presentations Discussions of campus activities and opportunities
13 - 16 Becoming a member of a learning community More discussions on academic opportunities
17 - 20 Planning a four-year program for success More discussions on planning
21 - 24 Planning for a successful first year Planning for ongoing collaborations
 
Guest Speakers

The following ECSU community members have agreed to present at 3:30 - 4:15 in WH 110.   In the listing are some student-generated questions for the presenters' consideration.
 

Dr. Rhona Free        Monday, June 25        How to get the most out of  your college classes

    What suggestions can you make for me to retain information better?
 

VP-AA Pachis          Tuesday, June 26      Academic Success

Dr. Patricia Martin      Wed., June 27         Career Planning and Resources

Rev. Laurence LaPointe   Thurs., June 28     Avenues of Support
 

Dr. Pamela Starr            Mon., July 2          Disability Services

Ms. Susan Heyward          Tues., July 3      Academic Advisement Resources

    What will happen if I declare a major but decide not to take it any longer?

    Are tutors mandatory for certain students at the university?

July 4 - no seminar - Independence Day

Mr. John Degon            Thurs., July 5        Introducing the University Library
Ms. Tara Hurt

    Is there any new equipment that has been recently introduced at the library for students?

    How can I have access to the library and the Internet?

Dr. Nanette Tummers           Mon., July 9      Wellness

    How do we balance exercise and academics?

    What ECSU programs promote student well-being?

Ms. Linda Seretny          Tues. 7/10         Financial Aid Resources

    Could we get a job at the university that has something to do with our major?

    Is it possible to receive more financial aid and grant money if our freshman year demonstrates academic strength?

    On average, how much financial support do incoming freshmen receive?

    What are some options for getting money to help pay my tuition?

Dr. Kirk Peters            Wed., 7/11              Campus Policies

    What are the campus rules?

    What is usually the biggest problem on campus?

Kevin Morrison, INROADS     Thurs, July 12, 4:15         Personal Finances

    What are healthy strategies for personal finances for students?

    Are you aware of any additional resources for financial aid?
 

Dean Patricia A. Kleine    Mon., July 16, 3:30 Navigating ECSU's Academic Offices

    What is professional studies?

    Does ECSU have anything in terms of a day-care center?

President David Carter    Mon., July 16, 4:15        How to have a Successful Career in Life

    What are your ideas on the future of ECSU?

Chief Lewis J. Perry, Jr.    Tues., 7/17            Public Safety

    Who enforces public safety at ECSU?

    Should ECSU students ever be concerned about safety?
 

Dr. David Yeo            Wed., 7/18           Positive Thinking and Academic Success

    At time, I can feel overwhelmed with work, personal problems, etc.  What things can I do to help ease stress or pressures?

    Do you offer classes about positive thinking?

Dr. Laura Tordenti        Thurs., 7/19            Student Support Services

    Is there special support services for just women?

    Will the student suport person be a peer or an adult to help with personal or school reated issues and questions?
 

Prof. Ted Piecyk            Mon., 7/23             Choosing a Major and Obtaining your Goals

    How do you pick a major?

    Who might help me with this decision?

Ms. Dorothy Phillips        Tues., July 24        Health Services

    Will health care be offered to all the students at anytime?

    Does health service cost in the fall?

Mr. Mark Levine           Wed., July 25        University Relations
Mr. Dwight Bachman

    What is ECSU best know for?

    Are there positions for students in University Relations?

Ms. Cynthia Tacelli         Thurs., July 26    Your Student ID and Its Functions on campus

    What happens if your lose your student ID?

    What other use is your student ID for, other than for the meal plan?

Dr. Kirk Peters     Thurs., July 26,     4:15 - 4:30    Information on Orientation

Mr. Steve Frazier              Mon., 7/30              Instructional Technology

    What is instructional technology?

    What does ECSU have to offer in technology?

Dr. Gary Rommel              Tues., 7/31              Potential of Computer Science in Your Future

    How will I need computer science in my future?

    Is there at MIS program at ECSU?
 

Dr. Robert Horrocks          Wed., 8/1                 A Formula for Success

    Does ECSU have International Studies opportunities?

    What is an interdisciplinary major?

Dean Jerry Lamb                Thurs., 8/2            Continuing Education

    Is it better to go right to graduate school after college, or right into the work force?

    Where do I continue my education?

Last revised 7/24/01.