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University Exploratory Studies Program

Parent/Family

Orientation

Overview

Purpose of todayWhat does it mean to be part of

UESP?Expectations OSU 101Resources What’s next?

In UESP, students are not ‘undecided’

They have decided to Explore!

UESP Decision Making Model

Decide and act.

Assess yourself.

Explore academic &

career options.

What do we ask of your students?

Actively Explore! Learn to study at the college level. Meet with us every quarter. Check their email every day. Be honest with us! Don’t let little problems become big

problems.

What do we ask of you?

Fully support your student’s exploration. Give them the freedom to explore new and

different pathways. Maintain healthy relationships and open

communication. Encourage their physical, mental, emotional

and spiritual health. Believe in them.

What can you expect from us?

Genuine, ongoing interest in your student’s development, academic health and success.

Help staying on track, academically. Guidance in developing both academic and

career goals. Explanations of complex academic policies,

procedures, or requirements. Academic advocacy.

The Goal: A Bachelor’s DegreeTotal: 180 credits

Major: Baccalaureate Core: College Core: Minor or Electives:

45-132+ credits

48 + 3 credits

Skills: 15 cr.Perspectives: 24 cr.

DPD: 3 cr.Synthesis: 6 cr.

WIC: 3 cr.

Variable credits 0-37 credits

What is a Credit?

The value assigned to a course based on the type and level of the subject material, as well as the

expected number of hours spent on class preparation.

One credit generally = three hours of work per week, in and out of class.

What is Baccalaureate Core?Skills Courses (15 credits): Writing (3 classes),

Math (at least one class),

Health and Fitness (one lecture, one lab)

Perspective Courses (24 credits):Physical Science

Biological Science

One More Science

Western Culture

Cultural Diversity

Literature and the Arts

Social Process and Institutions

Difference, Power and Discrimination (3 credits)

Synthesis Courses (6 credits)

Writing Intensive Courses (3 credits)

Exploring Civil EngineeringBrenda Bridges

1.Civil & Construction Engineering 101

2.Chemistry 201

3.Math 251

4.Writing 121

5.Geosciences 105

Brenda’s Schedule Brenda Bridges is interested in exploring civil engineering.

Total Credits this term: 15

Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri

Wr 121 (3)9:00-9:50

CCE 101 (2) 9:00-9:50

Wr 121 (3)9:00-9:50

CCE 101 (2)9:00-9:50

Wr 121 (3)9:00-9:50

GEO 105 (3) 10:00-10:50

GEO 105 (3) 10:00-10:50

CH 201 (3) 12:00-1:20

CH 201 (3) 12:00-1:20

MTH 251 (4) 2:00-2:50

MTH 251 (4)2:00-2:50

MTH 251 (4)2:00-2:50

MTH 251 (4)2:00-2:50

Geo 105 Rec. 3:00-3:50

Exploring Human Behavior and Social Sciences

Christopher Service

1. Sociology 204

2. Human Development & Family Sciences 201

3. Math 111

4. Health and Human Sciences 231 (Lecture)

5. Health and Human Sciences 241 (Lab)

6. Academic Learning Services 199 U-Engage

Chris’ Schedule Christopher Service is interested in studying human behavior

and exploring Social Science majors.

Total Credits this term: 15

Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri  MTH 111 Rec

9:00-9:50      

MTH 111 (4) 11:00-11:50 

HHS 231 (2) 11:00-11:50

MTH 111 (4) 11:00-11:50 

HHS 231 (2) 11:00-11:50

MTH 111 (4) 11:00-11:50 

  HDFS 201 (3) 12:00-1:20

  HDFS 201 (3) 12:00-1:20

SOC 204 (3) 1:00-1:50

  SOC 204 (3) 1:00-1:50

  SOC 204 (3) 1:00-1:50

ALS 199 (2)3:00-3:50

HHS 241 (1) 3:00-4:50

ALS 199 (2)3:00-3:50

Zero to Success In 77 Days!

Week by week list of high points.

Campus and web resources.

Suggestions, tips, and reminders.

Degree Partnership Program

A program that allows students to be

concurrently enrolled at OSU and any Oregon community college.

(Representatives from LBCC will be in

112A Bexell Hall from 1-4 pm tomorrow)

Some Important Academic Resources

• Educational Opportunity Program• Disabilities Access Services• Academic Success Center • Center for Writing and Learning• Career Services• Counseling And Psychological

Services• Intercultural Student Services

FERPAFamily Education Rights and Privacy Act

When you need information …..

ask your student.

All information about

your student is protected

by the Family Educational

Rights and Privacy Act.

http://oregonstate.edu/uesp/

Change is the only constant. --Heraclitus

Enjoy the changes that this season will bring,

both to you and to your student.

We understand that this isn’t just any

student……it’s your student.

Thank you for joining us today. UESP