• WELCOME......................................2 3 ChampChange................................... • MSU .............................................4 Resources ........................................5 Land Grant University ..........................6 A Short History on MSU ........................7 Success Snapshot – Ryan Kropp ...............8 .......9 Success Snapshot – Katie Bussey ....... • BEGIN ..........................................10 Resources .......................................11 2 Attributes of Success ...........................1 .14 ....... ....... ....... ....... lines Decision Dead It’s Okay to be Undecided ......................15 What is in a Credit? .............................15 What is in a Grade? .............................16 Success Snapshot – Jenny Thornburg.........17 What is in a Grade?..... continued ..............18 ....19 Success Snapshot – Caleb Cyr .............. • NAVIGATE .....................................20 Resources .......................................21 2 Things to Know About I.T. at MSU ............2 .25 tory Direc ct Departmental & Advising Conta Police Department .............................31 Parking ..........................................31 Free Transportation ............................32 3 Success Snapshot – Latrice Tatsey ............3 • LEARN ..........................................34 5 Resources........................................3 6 ......3 ....... oom Classr the in ed Tips to Succe ..37 ....... ....... ....... ....... ....... Reading Tips Studying Tips....................................38 8 Test Taking Tips .................................3 39 ....... ....... n Rode Scott – hot Success Snaps • PARTICIPATE .................................4 0 1 Resources ........................................4 42 ....... ....... Clubs & Organizations Directory .......46 ....47 ....... lain Success Snapshot – Sierra Kamp
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What to Do… with 30 Minutes to a Full Day for Fun ............................................76 Great Hikes in the Area ..........................78 What to Do…with 30 Minutes to Two Hours to Improve Your Grades .........................79 Success Snapshot – Koby Bernard .............81
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WELCOME TO MSU! The Guide was designed and
produced by the Division of Student Success with the intent of giving you a quick introduction and reference of useful information to help make your first year at MSU as successful and rewarding as it can be! The GUIDE is easy to navigate, compact and durable so you can reference it often and take it with you as you explore campus, your college and the Bozeman community.
OK ... enough of the introductions; let’s talk about
what really is important as you become a student at MSU. And by the way, we are really glad you chose MSU and look forward to watching you learn, grow and achieve your dreams.
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WWW.CHAMPCHANGE.COM EARN CHAMPCHANGE WHEN YOU: • visit the Math Center • workout • attend workshops and activities • visit the Bracken Business Center • go to the Gallatin College Programs Lab • volunteer • and so much more! Trust us, it’s easier than you think!
REDEEM POINTS FOR AWESOME PRIZES LIKE: • $1000 tuition credit
• TV’s
• iPod’s • Kindles
•And lots more! For more information go to www.ChampChange.com.
AUCTION DATES:
Spring: Fall: • November 30th, 6pm • April 16th, 6pm SUB Ballroom A SUB Ballroom A
Questions? Visit the Office of Student Success in the lower level of the Strand Union Building room 177 or call 994-ROAR(7627).
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What is a Land Grant University and why should it matter to you? You can’t attend a great institution and not know a little bit about our history. Besides the epic location, Montana State University is a pretty cool place founded upon some unbelievable history. So sit back, relax, and soak it in, because you are walking on the grounds of GREATNESS. With your registration (and eventual graduation) at Montana State University you have joined an exclusive club. This club is part of a collection of great universities known as Land Grant Institutions (signed into law by President Abraham Lincoln – during a pretty dicey time in American history – the Civil War). Land Grants were designed to establish higher education institutions in each state that would provide degrees in sciences such as Agriculture, Home Economics, and Mechanical Arts.
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Recognizing the changing needs of industry during the Industrial Revolution, land-grant institutions were charged with providing a practical education for all members of society. This radically changed the idea that higher education, which before had stressed only classical studies, would provide useful instruction impacting the daily lives not only of students, but the general public. “Land Grants”, as they are known today, are respected for being cutting-edge institutions who invest heavily in research and improving the lives of citizens through their respective states. Because of the far reaching effects of these institutions on education, America has forever changed for the better. As a student at Montana State University, you’ve been given the gift of the Land Grant heritage. We hope you’ll cherish it, embrace it, and make a difference in the world with it (just like those before you have).
A SHORT HISTORY ON MSU... ON FEBRUARY 16, 1893, the Agricultural College of the State of Montana was founded as the state’s ONLY land-grant college. Renamed The Montana College of Agriculture and Mechanic Arts, the institution was popularly known as Montana Agricultural College. By the 1920s, the institution’s preferred name was Montana State College and so it remained until July 1, 1965, when, in recognition of the enormous advances in the College’s commitment to scientific and humanistic research, the thirty-ninth legislative assembly of the state of Montana changed MSC’s name to Montana State University. Today, MSU is known as one of the top 96 universities in the country (according to the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching)……
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SUCCESS SNAPSHOT
WHO AM I?
I am a freshman from Helena, Montana studying Mechanical Engineering Technologies. I am involved in the MSU Track and Field team.
WHY MSU?
I wanted to go to a place where I could create a good balance combining athletics with my academics.
WORDS OF WISDOM
Find time to get out and enjoy the many outdoor activities that the Bozeman area has to offer.
KEYS TO DOING WELL IN CLASS Go to class and never miss a day. Listen carefully to your professors and do the outside work that is suggested to you.
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SUCCESS SNAPSHOT
WHO AM I?
I am a senior from Alamosa, Colorado studying Kinesiology. I play on the Women’s Basketball team.
WHY MSU?
I loved the sense of community and the great location.
WORDS OF WISDOM
Take a deep breath. Take time to relax when you have the time. Become involved in clubs and don’t be afraid to make new friends.
BEST THING TO HAPPEN FRESHMAN YEAR
I created a home away from home here at MSU. I was also named Big Sky Conference Freshman of the year.
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Getting an education is so much more than getting a degree; it is a culmination of all your experiences that shape and define the person you will become. As you embark on this experience, here is some advice to get you started… The difference between students who are successful and those who aren’t often adhere to these attributes…
• BRING AN OPEN MIND.
Challenge your own theories, beliefs and values. Be prepared to learn from those around you. This isn’t high school and it isn’t intended to be….your open mind will be the key to your success.
• GO TO CLASS- SOUNDS STUPID, RIGHT?
Actually we know those who “make it here” are those who attend class. If you are an in-state student each class costs you $40 (out-of-state students pay $75 per class). Get your money out of this experience......and trust us, you need to go to class.
• KNOW CAMPUS INSIDE AND OUT. BECOME AN EXPLORER. Know where every academic department and student service is located. Make it your mission to understand your new environment. Get comfortable here, don’t worry that you don’t belong; you do.
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• UNDERSTAND MSU HAS RULES AND EXPECTATIONS.
Being part of an exclusive club requires that you uphold your part of the bargain. You are expected to meet the expectations of a number of people including faculty, staff and your RA. Perform at your optimum, read and have a copy of MSU’s Student Code of Conduct and Violations. More importantly, just be a good person.
• IGNORE RUMORS AND SEEK THE TRUTH.
Acting on or putting your faith in a rumor could lead you in the wrong direction. Seek help from an advisor or other student services staff… (featured in the LEARN, ACHIEVE & TAKE CARE sections).
• COMMUNICATE.
The single most important life skill is communication. Successful students take the time to connect with faculty and ask questions inside and outside of the classroom. If a policy or rule doesn’t make sense….ask a staff member. Remember, we can’t fix an issue unless we know it is a problem for you.
• COMMUNITY.
Become part of the university community, it will only enhance your education. Now that you are a part of this institution you are a part of a very special community. Enjoy it, leave your mark and make us better.
• BE WELL.
Take care of yourself and safeguard your physical and mental well-being. When exhausted get rest.
• CREATE A “BIG PICTURE” PLAN.
Studies indicate that students who have a plan for why they are attending college do much better in school than those who do not. Don’t know what your plan is? That is ok, talk to your advisor or a career coach for assistance.
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DECISION DEADLINES • ADDING A COURSE.
Day 1-5 of classes: May add class online. Day 6-10 of classes: Additions require the instructor’s & advisor’s signature. Day 11+ of classes: Additions require the instructor’s, advisor’s & Assistant Dean’s signature; this is only approved under extraordinary circumstances.
• DROPPING A COURSE.
Day 1-10 of classes: May drop class online. Full refund may be given for the dropped course. Day 11-15 of classes: Drops require the instructor’s & advisor’s signature. Partial refund given. Day 15+ of classes: Drops require the instructor’s & advisor’s signature. Drops will receive no fee refunds. A ‘W’ grade will be given through the last day of the official registration for the next semester. Please note, if you are withdrawing completely from MSU, please consult with the Registrar’s Office to determine if you are eligible for a refund.
• ELIGIBILITY FOR A ‘W’ WITHDRAWAL GRADE.
Day 16+ of classes: You can drop a course and receive a ‘W’ grade, but must get approval of instructor and academic advisor. (Go to the Registrar’s web page for the exact date each semester). No fee refunds are given for withdrawing from classes after the 16th day. Note: If course is repeated, new grade and credits will count on GPA, but ‘W’ will remain on transcript.
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IT’S OKAY TO BE UNDECIDED: If you have not decided on a particular major and are exploring your options, it is OK. You are not alone! University Studies is home for “exploring” students. About one third of the incoming freshmen are undecided. MSU has the following support services here to help you during this exciting time of your life. Academic Advising Center Academic Department Offices Career, Internship & Student Employment Services Disability, Re-Entry & Veteran Services Education Department Advising Center First Year Initiative (FYI) HHD Advising Center Office of Student Success They can assist you in making a decision that will allow you to explore and confirm your existing interests, and also support and encourage you to discover new ones.
DIFFERENT WAYS TO SAY YOU ARE UNDECIDED: • I am exploring my options. • I am deciding which direction is best for me. • I am investigating which major is best. • I have so many interests, I need to take some time to narrow my options.
WHAT IS IN A CREDIT? A CREDIT IS A UNIT used to compute the amount of work required for graduation.
• 1 credit roughly equals 1 hour of class time each week for one semester.
• Most faculty believe for each credit of class you take, you should commit two to three hours of studying/ researching/writing per class. This means if you enroll in 15 credits per semester you should plan on 30 to 45 hours of work per class, per week outside of class time. Yup, be prepared to work to be successful here.
• A full-time student must be enrolled in 12 or more credits per semester.
• Typically, 120 credits are required to complete undergraduate curriculum requirements.
• To complete your curriculum in 4 years, you need 15 credits per semester.
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WHAT IS IN A GRADE? Quality of Grade: A=Excellent, B=Good, C=Fair, D=Passing, W=Withdraw, F=Failure, I=Incomplete
MINIMUM GRADE REQUIREMENTS:
• You must earn a grade of 2.0 or better each semester to be “in good academic standing”. • A grade below 2.0 will mean that you could be placed on academic probation or suspension (see additional details below). • C- grade or better must be earned for pre-requisite courses or required courses (but remember a C- average means you are still below a 2.0 GPA). Some departments also require that certain majors maintain grades higher than C-. • D+, D & D- may be counted toward overall 120 credits, depending on major. But you really don’t want D’s on your transcripts….so start studying!
WHY FIRST SEMESTER GRADES MATTER: IMAGINE THIS… you slip in your first semester grades…Yikes! Your first semester GPA IS 2.64. DID YOU KNOW, you would need to get 25 credits of ‘A’ grades or 61 credits of ‘A-‘ grades TO MOVE YOUR GPA UP TO A 3.5!? So sharpen those pencils and start studying........grades matter!
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SUCCESS SNAPSHOT WHO AM I?
I am a Senior from Glasgow, Montana majoring in Liberal Studies. I am a mother who is devoted to my family and my academics.
BEST THING TO HAPPEN FRESHMAN YEAR
I was exposed to culture-- dance and music. I learned how to push through difficult situations and succeed anyway.
HOW TO CONNECT WITH THE UNIVERSITY Introduce yourself to your professors. That is really important. They need to attach a name to a face.
WORDS OF WISDOM
Ask for help! Find people who can listen to you and help you through school.
REPEATED COURSES
• Cumulative GPA will only include most recent, repeated credit and grade. • Transcripts include all grades, not just the most recent, repeated course grade.
INCOMPLETE GRADE
• The University assumes that when you register for a class, you have committed and are responsible for completing all academic obligations to the class. • However, an instructor can request an ‘I’ grade if three-fourths of course work has been completed with a passing grade and personal hardship or other academic circumstances that are clearly beyond the students control have occurred. • If an ‘I’ grade is approved, the student will be given a specified amount of time to complete the required work. If the work is completed within the time frame, the student will then have the ‘I’ grade replaced with the appropriate grade. If the work is not completed within the completed time frame, the ‘I’ grade will be replaced with an ’F’ grade.
ACADEMIC PROBATION
• When your GPA falls below 2.0 you are in academic danger and will be given a warning and put on probation. • If your GPA does not rise above 2.0, you will be reviewed by the University Scholastic Appeals Board, where a recommendation will be determined for either suspension or transfer out of a curriculum.
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SUCCESS SNAPSHOT WHO AM I?
I am a freshman from Lincoln, Montana studying Animal Science, Equine Sciences option. Chaps and a rope are some of the most useful tools in my life.
WHY MSU?
I came here because I knew they had a great animal sciences program. I also love Bobcat football!
WORDS OF WISDOM
Study hard, and don’t be afraid of getting help if you need it. Use your resources.
BEST THING TO HAPPEN FRESHMAN YEAR
Meeting so many good people!
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We know that one of the hardest things to do when making the transition from high school to university is to “learn the ropes” (this is true at any institution). You’ve developed a comfort level and patterns that give you a routine. Now you are going to have to learn new processes, procedures, and names of new buildings, friends and faculty (just to name a few). Most of us find this a bit confusing, tiring and sometimes very frustrating, but hang in there! Use this section as a guide to assist you…..and remember, you can always ask a student, staff or faculty member for help (we were there once too).
THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT I.T. AT MSU EMAIL SET UP Your MSU email address is: firstname.lastname@msu.montana.edu. Set up your email address at: http://www.montana.edu/email/setupST.html. All university business is conducted using your university assigned email address, so be sure to review it often. You can access your account from an external source like your IPod Touch. Simply follow the directions online at: http://gapps.montana.edu/apps-types/email. To forward your email to a preferred account follow these directions from Google. 1. Click Settings at the top of any Gmail page, and open the “Forwarding and POP/IMAP tab”. 2. From the first drop-down menu in the Forwarding section, select ‘Add new email address.’ 3. Enter the email address to which you’d like your messages forwarded. 4. For your security, we’ll send verification to that email address. 5. Open your forwarding email account, and find the confirmation message from the Gmail team. 6. Click the verification link in that email.
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7. Back in your Gmail account, select the ‘Forward a copy of incoming mail to...’ option and select your forwarding address from the drop-down menu. 8. Select the action you’d like your messages to take from the drop-down menu. You can choose to keep Gmail’s copy of the message in your inbox, or you can send it automatically to All Mail or Trash. 9. Click Save Changes.
MSU NET ID The NetID is your unique identifier for your MSU student email account (with Google Apps), D2L, the Library, McAfee Virus Scan download, iClicker registration and more. The NetID does not replace your email address or GID and you will still receive email through your current email address and use your GID when interacting with MyInfo. New students’ NetIDs are generated when you register, with up to a 24-hour delay. When you encounter a need for a NetID, you can obtain yours by going to MSU’s password help page, www.password.montana.edu, scrolling to the NetID section, and following the instructions to set up your NetID password. Set your password at http://password.montana.edu or contact the ITC Helpdesk at 994-1777 or helpdesk@montana.edu. NetIDs are independent of any personal information, and because NetIDs are randomly assigned and never change, there are fewer issues with name changes, data protection, or efficient management of ID’s.
MSU DOMAIN ACCOUNT Your MSU Domain Account is a username that allows you to access the student lab & SUB computers, the campus wireless access and your “Z” drive. To determine your Domain Account username, visit http://password.montana.edu/ and utilize the link to reset your passwords. Once you complete the verification process, you will be brought to a page that will have all of your MSU ID’s at the top, including your Domain Account username. Typically, it will be an individual’s “first name.last name”.
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COMPUTER LABS
The IT Center currently runs 12+ computer labs at Montana State University with a total of over 380 computers. Our major labs in Reid and Roberts are staffed with student assistants called U.S.A’s (User Support Associates) or you can go on the web and get immediate help from Student Labs Online Assistance. U.S.A’s help students with general computing questions as well as some specific software related questions.
LOCATIONS:
1 lab in Animal Bioscience 234 1 lab in Linfield Hall 232 5 labs in Reid Hall 302,303,304,305,& 306 3 labs Roberts Hall 109, 110, 111 2 Mini-labs in Renne Library 217, 317 1 lab in Marga Hosaeus Fitness Center Lounge
OTHER COMPUTERS:
24 computers are placed on the first and second floors of the SUB. Career, Internship & Student Employment Services hosts a mini lab of two computers. Wilson Hall hosts the Writing Lab on the second floor and a single computer station in the Writing Center.
PRINTING IN COMPUTER LABS
You can print up to 250 pages per semester in all the labs for free and 3 cents per page after that. There is also free ‘Z’ drive storage available for all students.
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DEPARTMENTAL AND ADVISING CONTACT DIRECTORY: for the undergraduate areas of study check out http://www.montana.edu/academics/majors/
COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE 202 Linfield, 994-3681
AGRICULTURAL BUSINESS & ECONOMICS 306 Linfield, 994-3701 Jane Boyd -- aboyd@montana.edu
AGRICULTURAL EDUCATION 230 Linfield, 994-2132 Office Assigns Advisor
ANIMAL & RANGE SCIENCES
203 Animal BioScience Building, 994-5582 Office Assigns Advisor -- deniset@montana.edu
BIOTECHNOLOGY
210 Plant Bioscience, 994-5908 Advisor: Andreas Fischer -- fischer@montana.edu
LAND RESOURCES & ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES
334 Leon Johnson, 994-3090 Advisor: Linda McDonald -- lindam@montana.edu
PLANT SCIENCES & PLANT PATHOLOGY
324 Leon Johnson, 994-4832 Advisor: Jill Scarson -- jscarson@montana.edu
PREVETERINARY MEDICINE
119 Animal BioScience Building, 994-5598 Advisor: Becky Mattix -- rmattix@montana.edu
RESEARCH CENTERS 202 Linfield, 994-3681
SUSTAINABLE FOODS & BIOENERGY SYSTEMS 222 Romney Gym, 994-5640 Advisor: Mary Stein -- mstein@montana.edu
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VETERINARY MOLECULAR BIOLOGY 960 Technical Blvd, 994-4705 Advisor: Aaron Browning -aaron.browning@montana.edu
COLLEGE OF ARTS AND ARCHITECTURE 217 Cheever, 994-4405
ARCHITECTURE
140 Cheever, 994-5772 Advisor: Rachael Ortego -- rortego@montana.edu
ART
205 Haynes, 994-4503 Advisor: Mandi McCarthy-Rogers -mmrogers@montana.edu
FILM AND PHOTOGRAPHY
202 VCB, 994-2484 Advisor: Vicki Miller -- vmiller@montana.edu
MUSIC
189 Howard, 994-3562 Office Assigns Advisors -- keggemeyer@montana.edu
MUSIC TECHNOLOGY
172 Howard, 994-5762 Kristin McGarity -- kristin.mcgarity@montana.edu
COLLEGE OF BUSINESS 412 Reid, 994-4421
BUSINESS
338 Reid, 994-4681 Office Assigns Advisors -- business@montana.edu
COLLEGE OF EDUCATION, HEALTH AND HUMAN DEVELOPMENT 250 Reid, 994-4133
ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION 132 Reid, 994-1880 Advisor: Cyndi Meldahl -- cmeldahl@montana.edu
TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION
210 Reid, 994-5775 Advisor: Scott Davis -- sedavis@montana.edu
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HEALTH AND HUMAN DEVELOPMENT
121 H&PE Complex, 994-4001 HHD Advising Center -- hhdadvising@montana.edu
COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING 212 Roberts, 994-2272
GENERAL ENGINEERING
304 Roberts, 994-2272 Advisor: Heidi Sherick -- HSherick@coe.montana.edu
CHEMICAL AND BIOLOGICAL ENGINEERING
306 Cobleigh, 994-2221 Advisor: Shelley Thomas -- ShelleyT@coe.montana.edu
CIVIL ENGINEERING
205 Cobleigh, 994-2112 Advisor: Renee Hecox -- reneeh@ce.montana.edu
CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY 144 Cobleigh, 994-6139 Advisor: Penny Knoll -- pennyk@ce.montana.edu
COMPUTER SCIENCE
357 EPS, 994-4780 Office Assigns Advisors -- csinfo@cs.montana.edu
ELECTRICAL AND COMPUTER ENGINEERING
610 Cobleigh, 994-2505 Office Assigns Advisors -- ecedept@ece.montana.edu
INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING
302 Roberts, 994-5943 Advisor: Joe Stanislao -- jstanslo@coe.montana.edu
MECHANICAL/MET ENGINEERING
220 Roberts, 994-2203 Office Assigns Advisors -- kathy.campbell@montana. edu
COLLEGE OF LETTERS AND SCIENCE 2-205 Wilson, 994-4288
CELL BIOLOGY AND NEUROSCIENCE
513 Leon Johnson, 994-5120 Advisor: Lisa Musgrave -- cbn@cns.montana.edu
CHEMISTRY AND BIOCHEMISTRY 305 Gaines Hall, 994-5393 Advisor: Steve Holmgren -holmgren@chemistry.montana.edu
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EARTH SCIENCES
200 Traphagen, 994-3331 Office Assigns Advisors -- earth@montana.edu
ECOLOGY
310 Lewis, 994-4548 Office Assigns Advisors -- jvanandel@montana.edu
ENGLISH
2-176 Wilson, 994-3768 Office Assigns Advisors -- dept@english.montana.edu
HISTORY, PHILOSOPHY, AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES
2-155 Wilson, 994-4395 Office Assigns Advisors -- dmanry@montana.edu
MATHEMATICAL SCIENCES
2-214 Wilson, 994-3601 Office Assigns Advisors -- math@math.montana.edu
MICROBIOLOGY
104A Lewis, 994-5675 Advisor: Kari Cargill -- kcargill@montana.edu
MODERN LANGUAGES AND LITERATURES 117 Gaines , 994-4448 Advisor: Tracy Knudson -- tracy@montana.edu
NATIVE AMERICAN STUDIES
2-179 Wilson, 994-5260 Advisor: Walter Fleming -- wfleming@montana.edu
PHYSICS
260D EPS, 994-7851 Advisor: Dana Longcope -longcope@physics.montana.edu
POLITICAL SCIENCE
2-143 Wilson, 994-4141 Office Assigns Advisors -- banderson@montana.edu
PRE-MED ACADEMIC ADVISING 130 Gaines Hall, 994-3532 Academic Advising Center -universitystudies@montana.edu
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PSYCHOLOGY
304 Traphagen, 994-3801 Office Assigns Advisors -- brenda.lewis1@montana.edu
SOCIOLOGY AND ANTHROPOLOGY
2-128 Wilson, 994-4201 Advisor: Leslie Crismond -- crismond@montana.edu
COLLEGE OF NURSING 115 Sherrick, 994-3783
NURSING
Bozeman Campus - 109 Sherrick, 994-2660 Advisor: Melissa Gutzman -- melissak@montana.edu
CARING FOR OUR OWN PROGRAM (CO-OP) 335 Culbertson, 994-4493 Advisor: Megkian Doyle -- doyle@montana.edu
GALLATIN COLLEGE PROGRAMS 201 Hamilton Hall, 994-5536
AVIATION BOOKKEEPING DESIGN DRAFTING INTERIOR DESIGN MEDICAL ASSISTANT WELDING
201 Hamilton, 994-5595 Advisor: Nicole Berg -- nicole.berg@montana.edu
PRE UNIVERSITY STUDIES (UNDECLARED) 101 Hamilton, 994-7160 Advisor: Terra Cusack -- tcusack@montana.edu
UNIVERSITY COLLEGE 212 Montana, 994-4371
AMERICAN STUDIES
130 Gaines, 994-3517 Advisor: Emily Edwards -- eedwards@montana.edu
DIRECTED INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES
106 Quad D, 994-4110
LIBERAL STUDIES
130 Gaines, 994-5936 Advisor: Teresa Greenwood -- tgrnwd@montana.edu
UNIVERSITY HONORS PROGRAM
108 Quad B, 994-4689 Advisor: Ilse-Mari Lee -- ilselee@montana.edu
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UNIVERSITY STUDIES
130 Gaines, 994-3532 Academic Advising Center -universitystudies@montana.edu
NATIONAL STUDENT EXCHANGE
130 Gaines, 994-3532 Academic Advising Center -universitystudies@montana.edu
PRE UNIVERSITY STUDIES
101 Hamilton, 994-7160 Advisor: Terra Cusack -- tcusack@montana.edu
UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARS PROGRAM 130 Gaines, 994-3561 Academic Advising Center -universitystudies@montana.edu
NON-DEPARTMENTAL ADVISING AMERICAN INDIAN STUDENT CENTER 1 Wilson, 994-4880 Advisor: Jim Burns -- jburns@montana.edu
ATHLETICS
133A Fieldhouse, 994-4330 Advisor: Jamie Rizzuto -- jamie.rizzuto@montana.edu
HEALTH PROFESSIONS ADVISING
316 Leon Johnson, 994-1670 Advisor: Sheila Nielsen-Preiss -- hpa@montana.edu
DISABILITY, RE-ENTRY, AND VETERANS SERVICES 180 SUB, 994-2824 Advisor: Brenda York -- byork@montana.edu
OFFICE OF STUDENT SUCCESS 177 SUB, 994-7627 cathryn.broome@montana.edu
AIR FORCE ROTC
318 Hamilton, 994-4022 Advisor: Lt. Colonel Alison Hamilton -afrotc@montana.edu
ARMY ROTC
305 Hamilton, 994-5476 Advisor: Major Darren Purcell -- DPurcell@montana.edu
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POLICE DEPARTMENT The MSU Police Department is here to keep you safe. While we would describe this campus as being safe, one should always take precautions. Here are a few tips that will help prevent you from being a victim: • Lock the door to your room or apartment, even if you’re just going out for a few minutes. • Lock your vehicle and don’t leave valuable items in plain view. Don’t leave skis and snowboards in the rack on your vehicle. • Make a list of your valuables, including brand name, model number and serial number. Keep your list in a safe place. • Register your bicycle with the MSU Police Department and record information about your bike in case it is stolen. Purchase the best bike lock you can afford and use it. • If you’re concerned about walking alone at night, call the MSU Police Department for an escort. Phone # 994-2121 • Report crimes and suspicious activity. Call the MSU Police Department directly or email Silent Witness at switness@montana.edu. • If you are the victim of a crime, please report it and provide as much information as you can. YOU CAN CALL THE MSU POLICE DEPARTMENT 24/7 EMERGENCIES--- DIAL 911 NON-EMERGENCIES—DIAL 994-2121
PARKING PARKING FEES. There are a variety of permit options ranging from $60 to $159 for non-reserved commuter parking. They also offer daily hangtags for $2.50/ day and the fee lot is available for an hourly charge. Visit www.montana.edu/police/permit.shtml to purchase a parking permit. FREE PARKING. Sorry, no free parking, other than the 15-30 minute short term parking areas – but beware these areas are patrolled and timed.
PARKING AVAILABILITY. Those parking lots closest to the core fill up first, usually by 8:15 in the morning, but by looking farther out, in the Huffman, Antelope and Gravel lots, for example, one can almost always find a parking spot.
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PARKING TICKETS. If you get a ticket you can pay
online at: http://www.montana.edu/wwwmsupd/. You may also mail in the payment in the yellow envelope which was placed on your windshield. Alternatively, you may come in and pay the permit in person at University Police on the corner of Kagy Blvd. and S. 7th Avenue. University Police is open 24/7.
APPEALING TICKET. You may also appeal the citation either online by going to: http://www. montana.edu/police/appeals.html, or by coming in to the University Police Station at the corner of Kagy Blvd. and S. 7th Avenue and filling out an appeal form. Appeals must be filed within 7 days of being issued.
FREE TRANSPORTATION STREAMLINE BUS SERVICE
Streamline Bus provides service within Bozeman, with limited commuter services between Bozeman, Four Corners and Belgrade. Streamline operates Monday through Friday, with a late-night service operating from 9:30 pm to 2:30 am, Thursday through Saturday. The Streamline service is fare free. Website: www.streamlinebus.com.
SKYLINE BUS SERVICE
Skyline | The Link To The Peak, provides bus service to Big Sky & Moonlight Basin. This is a year-round service for free. Website: www.skylinebus.com ,995-6287.
PARK-N-RIDE
A free Ski Bus to Bridger Bowl during the ski season. Website: www. bridgerbowl.com
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SUCCESS SNAPSHOT WHO AM I?
I am a senior from Browning, Montana majoring in Rangeland Ecology. I also have an internship with the American Indian Research Opportunities Program.
WHY MSU?
It’s a large university but it still has a small class room setting so you have the opportunity to interact with your professors and peers.
BEST THING THAT HAPPENED WHEN YOU ARRIVED AT MSU
I knew that people here wanted me to succeed and work hard to achieve that success.
WORDS OF WISDOM
Getting an education and degree is not easy and no one is going to just give it to you, but when you work hard and put the time in to get it done, then it is SO worth it!
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We know, we’ve been there too, you think “I already know how to study, I’ve done it well through high school….don’t need to read this section…..”
WELL THINK AGAIN. This is a different world. The content in classes will move along much more quickly, the faculty will have higher standards, and excuses just don’t cut it anymore. Long story short, you’ll be evaluated on a new set of criteria….so take a moment and review some important tips to ensure you succeed in the classroom. Don’t believe us? Well, you might want to read this section after your first mid-term. • ATTEND CLASS.
The quality of class is higher when there is a commitment to attendance. You also gain a cumulative knowledge base and progress in your learning at a more rapid pace.
• BE ON TIME.
Why would a professor take you seriously if you do not take him or her seriously? Also, concepts at the beginning of class can prepare you for more complex concepts toward the end of class.
• BE SEEN.
When you are self-motivated and interested, your professor will most likely be motivated and interested in helping you as much as possible.
• LISTEN.
Concentrate on listening to each word and understand the embodiment of those words.
• VALUE CRITICISM.
Remember, you are learning to grow and break restrictive patterns.
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• ASK QUESTIONS.
If pertinent, questions can help clarify and enrich. Questions, such as those that are a result of being late or inattentive, lower the quality of the class.
• YOU MAY DISAGREE.
But it is not always appropriate to challenge your professor during classtime. Set up an appointment during his/her office hours if you want to delve into a subject further.
• APPRECIATE.
Help your professors improve their quality of teaching by giving them feedback on what has been beneficial or detrimental in their classrooms.
READING • POSTURE.
It is best to read at a desk or table, sitting in an upright position, with good lighting.
• NOISE.
Background noise must be kept to a minimum. Find a quiet place in the library if necessary.
• BE PREPARED.
Attack the material with textbook, pen and paper in hand.
• PACE YOURSELF.
Look over the amount of reading and break it into manageable chunks.
• INTERACT WITH YOUR TEXT.
Take notes and talk back to the text. Feel free to mark up the pages (you bought the text book).
• WRITE AS YOU READ.
Concentrate on reading each word and understand the embodiment of those words.
• SEGMENT.
Break long assignments into segments. Read 10 pages, then do something else. Later, read the next 10 pages and so on.
• YOUR WORDS.
Translate difficult material into your own words. Create an “alternative text” that will help you remember and understand.
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STUDYING • LOCATION.
Select a place for study that is free from distractions...dorm rooms typically aren’t free from distractions, but you decide.
• TIMING.
Develop a sense of how long you can concentrate by recording the time of when you begin to study and then note when your mind begins to wander. Try to increase this time each time you record.
• BREAKS.
Take planned study breaks.
• PLAN.
Decide exactly what you will try to accomplish when you begin your study (set a goal…it will really make a difference).
• STUDY ACTIVELY.
Use a method that involves surveying before reading, organizing what you read, anticipating test questions and reciting/reviewing.
• GET TO IT.
Do large tasks, one small task at a time. Don’t let the task overwhelm you so that your energy is used in worrying rather than in doing.
• INCENTIVE.
Reward yourself for studying.
TEST TAKING • TIME MANAGEMENT. Budget your time.
• FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS.
Read the directions (don’t assume).
• UNDERSTAND.
Read each question thoroughly and critically.
• EASIEST FIRST.
Answer the easiest questions during the first “go through”. On the second “go through” reason through each question.
• TRANSLATE.
Put difficult questions into your own words.
• KEY WORDS.
If the question is complicated, underline key words to try to “extract” more information.
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SUCCESS SNAPSHOT WHO AM I?
I moved to Bozeman from Bluff City, Tennessee to study Earth Sciences with a Human Geography concentration. I am now a senior and a senator of ASMSU.
WORDS OF WISDOM
Try not to dwell on things. Break projects down into small parts and work through one thing at a time... “You’ve got to put one foot in front of the other.”
BIGGEST SHOCK ARRIVING FRESHMAN YEAR As a non-traditional student, I was shocked by the availability of help that was offered to me in order for me to succeed. The staff here is dedicated to student success.
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CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS Go through this list and put a check-mark by five to ten clubs or organizations that sound interesting – then do some investigating! Check out their listing online at www.montana.edu/wwwstuac/clubs.php or e-mail studentactivities@montana.edu or call 994-3591.
DEPARTMENTAL ORGANIZATIONS
□ 450th Cadet Wing □ Accounting Club/Beta Alpha Psi □ AdvoCats □ Agriculture Student Council □ American Choral Directors Association (ACDA) □ American Indian Council □ American Indian Science & Engineering Society □ American Society of Chemical Engineers □ American Studies Student Association □ American Medical Student Association (AMSA) □ American Society of Mechanical Engineering Tech □ Anthropology Club □ Army ROTC - Bobcat Battalion □ Associated English Graduate Students (AEGS) □ Associated General Contractors of America □ Assn. for Supervision and Curriculum Development □ ASMSU □ AUVSI - ROBO SUB □ Bobcat Motorsports □ Counseling Club □ Collegiate FFA □ Drum Club □ Economics Club □ Engineering Ambassadors □ Exercise Science Club □ Finance Club □ German Club □ Graduate Human Performance Club □ HHD □ Honors Student Forum □ Horticulture Club □ Human Resource/Management Club □ Institute of Industrial Engineers □ International Business Club □ Interhall Residence Hall Association (IRHA) □ Japan Club □ Land Resource and Environmental Science Grad Student Organization (LRES GSO)
□ Land Resources and Environmental Sciences □ Life Drawing Guild □ MacGuffin’s Student Writing Group □ Marketing Club □ Math Club □ Microbiology Club □ Montana Student Dietetics Association □ Montana Student Nurses Association □ MTA Network □ Painting and Drawing Guild □ Philosophy Society □ R.A. Cooley Entomology Club □ Range Club □ Science and Natural History Filmmaking Forum
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□ SIFE (Students in Free Enterprise) □ Society of Women Engineers □ Sociological Theory Society □ Society of Engineers Coming Together □ SMEA-MFT □ Smiths Metals Guild □ Space Public Outreach Team (SPOT) □ Sports Marketing Club □ Technology Education Club □ Undergraduate Chemistry Society □ Women in Science and Engineering (WISE)
HONORARY ORGANIZATIONS □ Alpha Epsilon Delta (AED) □ Alpha Gamma Delta Women’s Fraternity □ Alpha Lambda Delta □ Alpha Omicron Pi □ Alpha Pi Mu- Industrial Engineering Honor Society □ Beta Gamma Sigma □ Chi Epsilon - Civil Engineering Honor Society □ Chi Omega Sorority □ Eta Kappa Nu □ Kappa Kappa Psi □ Kappa Sigma-Delta Lambda Chapter □ Mortar Board □ National Society of Collegiate Scholars (NSCS) □ Order of Omega □ Panhellenic Council □ Phi Alpha Theta □ Phi Upsilon Omicron - Epsilon Chapter □ Pi Tau Sigma □ Psi Chi □ Sigma Alpha Epsilon □ Sigma Phi Epsilon □ Sigma Tau Delta English Honor Society □ Tau Beta Pi □ Triota Honor Society
RECREATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS □ Alpine Ski Club □ Backcountry Skiing and Riding Club □ Badminton Club □ Bozeman Club Fastpitch □ Bozeman Hoopers □ Bozeman Master’s Swim Club □ Bozeman Parkour □ Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Club of MSU □ Breakdance Club □ Bushido Kickboxing □ Club Baseball □ Club Tennis of Montana State □ Country and Swing Club □ Cutthroat Rugby Club □ Cycling Club □ Dance Club □ European Martial Arts Project (EMAP) □ Gallatin Flycasters □ Hockey Club of MSU □ International Soccer Club □ Irish Dancing Club □ Kashima Shyryu/Bozeman □ Kenpo Club □ Lacrosse Club □ Lotus Fire Belly Dance □ Montana State Anglers □ Nordic Ski Club □ Ping Pong Club □ Polo Club (Rec) □ Racquetball Club of MSU □ Rodeo Club □ Run MSU □ Swing Cats
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□ Tactical Action Gaming □ Taekwondo Club □ The Fencing Club □ The Renegades □ Ultimate Frisbee Club □ Under Water Rugby Club □ Vert-I-Go Climbing Club □ Victorious Secret (Ultimate Frisbee) □ Volleyball Club
RELIGIOUS ORGANIZATIONS □ Adventist Christian Fellowship □ Baha’i Campus Club □ Bozeman Hindu Society □ Campus Crusade for Christ □ Cats for Christ □ Chabad Jewish Student Group (CJSG) □ Chi Alpha (XA) Christian Fellowship □ Episcopal College Fellowship □ Generation Ministries on Campus □ Higher Definition □ International Students Inc. □ InterVarsity Christian Fellowship □ Jewish Student Organization □ LDSSA (Latter Day Saints Student Association) □ Lutheran Student Fellowship □ Mars Hill □ Muslim Student Association □ NATIONS □ Orthodox Christian Fellowship □ Resurrection Catholic Campus Ministry □ United Methodist Campus Ministries
SPECIAL INTEREST ORGANIZATIONS □ 1,000 New Gardens □ 10,000 Hours Project □ ACDA (American Choral Directors Association) □ Active Minds □ American Fisheries Society □ American Indian Beading Club □ American Indian Council (Spec) □ American Indian Women for Leadership in the Academy (AIWLA) □ American Society of Interior Designers □ Amnesty International □ Anime Club □ Archeological Institute of America Student Club □ Association for Computing Machinery □ Association of Women in Computing □ Bangladesh Student Association (BSA) □ Beartooth Homebrewer’s Club □ Bobcats 4 Bozeman □ Bozeman Model United Nations □ BreaksAway □ Bucket Drumming □ Buffalo Allies of Bozeman □ Buffalo Nations Leadership Group □ Campus Beautification Project □ Campus Entertainment Street Team □ Ceramics Guild of MSU □ Chinese Culture Club □ Chinese Student and Scholar Association □ Circle K □ Clean Energy Campaign □ College Democrats □ College Republicans □ Colleges Against Cancer □ Collegiate 4-H □ Collegiate Cattle Women □ Collegiate Young Farmers & Ranchers
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□ Concrete Reform □ Construction Leadership □ Engineers Without Borders □ Free Speech MSU □ French Club □ Friends of Local Foods □ Global Culture Club □ Health Professions Club □ Hivemind Tech Group □ HopeLink- The Link to Hope and Help □ Horseman’s Club/Equestrian Team □ Indian Student Council □ Industrial Workers of the World (I.W.W.) □ Interfraternity Council □ Inventor’s Club □ Kazakstan Student Organization □ Malaysia Student Association □ Men Stopping Rape □ Montana Advocates for Sexual Health □ Music in Montana □ Native American Studies Graduate Students □ Network of Environmentally Conscious Organizations □ Photography Club □ Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity □ Political Theory Consortium □ Pow Wow Basketball Tournament Club □ Pre-Vet Club □ Queer-Straight Alliance, MSU (QSA) □ Read This □ Russian Language □ Saudi Student Club □ Science and Natural History Filmmaking Forum □ Sculpture Guild □ Society for Creative Anachronism □ Spanish Club □ Student Alumni Association (Spurs & Fangs) □ Student Health Advisory Committee □ Student Printers Association of Montana □ Student United Way □ Student Veteran Club □ Students Against Sexual Assault □ Students for Choice □ Students for Danforth Park □ Students for Life □ Students for the Exploration & Development of Space □ Sustained Dialogue □ TBA, aka “Boy Band” □ The Wildlife Society □ Tias y Tios □ Toushi Kan Karate □ University Chess □ Upheaval □ We Are the Dream □ Women in Media Network □ Young Americans for Liberty (YAL)
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OPPORTUNITIES THROUGH THE OFFICE FOR COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT Here are a few of the opportunities that the Office for Community Involvement put together for you to get involved with the Bozeman community.
SERVICE SATURDAYS
Once a month service projects held on the 1st Saturday of the month, October through April.
10,000 HOURS PROJECT
Student volunteers who complete 10 hours with a non-profit organization receive a free ticket to a concert which is put on just for volunteers.
SERVICE TRIPS
WeekendAway trip in the fall and BreaksAway trip over spring break.
MSU AMERICA READS*AMERICA COUNTS (ARAC) MSU students are matched with local school kids who need assistance in math or literacy. Volunteer and work-study positions are available.
CAMPUS CORPS
An AmeriCorps program that actively engages MSU students in meeting community-identified needs through meaningful service.
BOZEMAN AREA COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS Volunteer for a non-profit community organization on an on-going or one-time basis. Go to www.montana. edu/community/organizationlist.html
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SUCCESS SNAPSHOT WHO AM I?
I am a freshman from Bozeman, Montana majoring in University Studies. I am on the Cross Country/ Track team.
BEST THING TO HAPPEN FRESHMAN YEAR
I had the chance to be independent and figure out what was important and what wasn’t.
WORDS OF WISDOM
If you’ve got a big project, start working on it the day it is assigned. Things take way longer than you would expect.
BIGGEST SHOCK ARRIVING FRESHMAN YEAR
I was shocked that the university offers so many services that are really helpful, such as the Writing Center and the Counseling Center... For Free!
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One of the best things about attending MSU is the Bobcat Spirit and pride we share in the mighty blue and gold. Our traditions are multi-faceted, often understated and yet very powerful. We take great pride in our athletic teams and their character on and off the court. We celebrate the academic achievements of our students and the service we give to communities, home and abroad. And we know once you graduate from here and move on to the next step in your life, you too will feel the power and pride of what it really means to be a Bobcat because you have been well prepared in an environment that wants you to succeed.
WHAT IS A BOBCAT? Bobcats (the animal) are known for their resiliency, independence, persistence and ability to adapt to their environment. Bobcats (the students) are known for their loyalty, pride and spirit. We also have a renowned work ethic, commitment to excellence and ability to look after each other and know the difference between right and wrong (trust us, employers love Bobcats).
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WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO BE A BOBCAT? “The real value of being a Bobcat is the educational opportunities it entails.” --- KOBY BERNARD “Being something bigger than myself. Representing an entire university in my sport.” --- KATIE BUSSEY “It means that I have school pride and wear lots of blue and gold!” --- SIERRA KAMPLAIN “I am part of a tradition and a family. No matter where I go in life, I will always be a Bobcat.” ---
SCOTT RODEN
“Take pride in MSU and what the University has to offer the people of Montana. Also, working to make Montana a better place to live, grow, learn, and work.” --- KEVIN HODGE “Leaving places better than how you found them.” ---
ALEXEY KALININ
“Being a Bobcat makes me think of school pride and which states that students should demonstrate: professionalism, respect, integrity, diligence, and engagement.” --- SAM KUJALA “Upholding the tradition of Montana State University as a student and a fan.” --- RIKKI MURRILL “It means I am part of a great community, have an incredible education and will be part of MSU forever.” --- KANDI RAYMOND “It means the world to me. I have always been a Bobcat and I will always be a Bobcat.” --- HOLLEY SCHMIDT “To me, being a Bobcat means you claw your way to success and face every challenge with integrity and determination.” --- ALEXIS WAINWRIGHT
THE MSU FIGHT SONG Stand up and cheer, Cheer long and loud for dear Montana For today we raise The blue and gold to wave victorious Our sturdy band now is fighting And we are sure to win the fray We’ve got the vim, We’re here to win For this is dear Montana’s Day!
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SUCCESS SNAPSHOT WHO AM I?
I am a freshman from Laurel, Montana majoring in University Studies, and a member of the honors society.
WORDS OF WISDOM
Take no moment for granted. This year goes by so fast, and you never want to look back on your college years, some of the best years of your life, with regrets.
BEST THING ABOUT MSU
The friendly atmosphere and feeling of unitedness. There is a lot of school spirit and positive feelings from other students about MSU.
BIGGEST SHOCK ARRIVING FRESHMAN YEAR The opportunities for extra curricular activities that you could get involved with.
MUST “DO” EVENTS... • CATAPALOOZA- August, the week before classes start
• LEGEND OF THE BOBCAT (Friday night before school starts)
• CONVOCATION • GOLD RUSH FOOTBALL GAME (first home game) • INTO THE STREETS Community Involvement Fair (fall semester)
• SORORITY/FRATERNITY RECRUITMENT (September)
•TESTICLE FESTIVAL Sponsored by the AGR House- Welcome to Montana! (September)
• PARENT/FAMILY WEEKEND (fall semester) • ETIQUETTE DINNER AND CAREER FAIR (fall semester)
• TRICK OR TREAT family & grad housing take children to residence halls to trick or treat
• CHAMPCHANGE AUCTION (fall/spring semesters) • CHRISTMAS STROLL (December) • BOBCATFEST (spring semester) • HAPNER FORMAL (spring semester) • MSU SPRING RODEO (yup, it’s spring semester) • INTERNATIONAL STREET FOOD BAZAAR trust us you don’t want to miss the food (spring semester)
• JOB AND INTERNSHIP FAIR (spring semester)
• RAIL JAM (spring semester) • DAY OF STUDENT RECOGNITION (spring semester)
• MSU POWWOW --INCREDIBLE! (spring semester)
• COMMENCEMENT (May) • ART WALK DOWNTOWN (Fridays in the summer) • SWEET PEA FESTIVAL (summer) • BITE OF BOZEMAN (just before the Sweet Pea Festival)
• MUSIC ON MAIN (Thursdays in the summer...)
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OH, DID WE MENTION HOMECOMING? YOU HAVE TO BE A PART OF THESE EVENTS:
• LIGHTING OF “GO CATS” IN THE RESIDENCE HALLS • MIDNIGHT MANIA • HIKING AND PAINTING OF THE “M” • PARADE • FREE STUDENT BBQ & CONCERT ON THE MALL • DECORATING OF RESLIFE & SORORITY/ FRATERNITY HOUSES • DOWNTOWN PEP RALLY
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SUCCESS SNAPSHOT
WHO AM I?
I am a senior from White Swan, Washington majoring in Philosophy and minoring in English literature. I am involved in the American Indian Council and Nations.
WHY MSU?
I heard it was as magical as Hogwart’s, and it still is. It’s where joy, happiness, pain, defeat, victory... it’s where amazing happens.
BIGGEST SHOCK ARRIVING FRESHMAN YEAR
The culture, the pace of just how fast things happened. I realized how small my world view was.
KEYS TO DOING WELL IN CLASS
Allow yourself to be scared and to be uncertain, it’s when change happens for the better.
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STAY HEALTHY Well, we don’t want to sound like your Mom, but in reality, your Mom was right. You have to build habits and make choices that allow you to have optimum health. Think about it, Olympic athletes don’t go into a competition without being in the best physical and mental state. They develop habits and make choices to maximize their success. You are now on your own learning to be responsible for yourself and your own choices. Part of personal responsibility is making sure you take care of yourself and stay as healthy as you can. Here are a few tips to maintain good health at school.
• GET VACCINATED. Several vaccinations are
important for college students to have. The meningitis vaccine is one of the most important for students living in dorms. Some other important vaccines are tetanus (Tdap), HPV (for women), polio, MMR, Hepatitis B, varicella (chicken pox), Hepatitis A, and of course, influenza. • WASH YOUR HANDS. Being around so many people and so many germs make it easy to get sick. Washing your hands is the easiest and most effective way to prevent the spread of germs. When you don’t have soap and water to clean your hands, hand sanitizer is the next best thing. • CLEAN YOUR ROOM. Even though Mom and Dad won’t be there to tell you to clean up anymore, it’s still important. Leaving old food, dirty clothes and who knows what else laying all over your dorm room floor is an open invitation for bugs, visible and invisible to multiply... It just makes you feel yucky! • GET YOUR EXERCISE. Walking to class, eating right and getting regular exercise is a great way to maintain the healthiest immune system you can. Trying not to gain the “freshman 15” isn’t easy, but it will go a long way in maintaining your overall health.
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• EAT A WELL BALANCED DIET. Do your best to
eat a healthy, well-balanced diet and your body will thank you for it. The better your diet, the stronger your immune system will be. • GET PLENTY OF SLEEP. It is an important part of a healthy lifestyle to get as much rest as you can. Staying up all night and sleeping through your classes isn’t ideal either, so get your sleep at night. • DRINK PLENTY OF WATER. Sodas and coffee may help you stay awake, but they will also contribute to dehydration. Keep a water bottle with you all the time, drink throughout the day and you will probably get what you need.
REDUCE YOUR STRESS Many college students report experiencing high levels of stress at times, which is a normal part of college life. However, high levels of unmanageable stress can cause problems that affect your health, your academic success and your relationships. Some healthy ways to relieve stress include:
• EXERCISE. Enough said! • ASK FOR HELP. With schoolwork, with a family
problem, a health problem, etc. Never underestimate the value of talking to a friend or family member when you’re feeling overwhelmed. • SLEEP! Students tend not to sleep enough, and this ‘deficit’ is cumulative. Lack of sleep will lower your resistance to even small stressors, plus increase the likelihood you’ll catch a bug. • LEARN RELAXATION STRATEGIES. Breathing, meditation or just finding a quiet place and being still for a short time. • EAT WELL. Pay attention to what you’re eating when stress levels are high. Poor nutrition, while sometimes giving a quick ‘boost,’ will not help in the long run.
HOMESICKNESS Very few people are immune from homesickness. Yearning for the comforts of home is normal. Not only are you experiencing a major adjustment to your new environment, but you are also experiencing a loss of what was comfortable and predictable. Feeling “homesick” may include sadness, loneliness, nervousness, insecurity, missing loved ones, or apathy towards your new environment. Here are some tips that may help you in your transition:
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• GIVE YOURSELF PERMISSION TO BE HOMESICK! Realize that a period of “homesickness” is natural, it doesn’t mean that you’re a “baby”, that you’re immature or that you’re a “mama’s boy/ daddy’s girl”. And guess what, everyone else is having similar feelings.
• FAMILIARIZE YOURSELF WITH YOUR NEW SURROUNDINGS. Once you know your new
environment, find your way around, see where your classes are located, and discover some fun hang-outs and activities; you will likely feel more comfortable and in control of your situation. • EXPLORE ACTIVITIES. Make a list of all the things you like to do and explore the clubs or organizations that interest you. Chances are you’ll find the perfect one! • BRING FAMILIAR THINGS WITH YOU. Having pictures, memorabilia, or favorite possessions with you in your new living space can help facilitate a smoother transition. • BE OPEN TO NEW OPPORTUNITIES. Try to avoid comparing your new environment to home it’s different! The more open you are to NEW things, the less you might miss PAST things.
• INVITE OTHERS IN YOUR EXPLORATIONS.
Getting involved with others and making friends can help you feel less alone. Inviting roommates, classmates, and neighbors to “check out the campus” or “see what’s downtown”, can often lead to a positive experience. • KEEP IN TOUCH WITH FRIENDS. Stay in contact with friends and family. Tell them all about your new experiences and encourage them to do the same with you. • MAKE PLANS TO VISIT HOME. Knowing that you have an upcoming trip home set for a specific time may be comforting and allow you to focus on your goals while on campus. It also prevents those impulsive trips home and encourages you to invest in your new life at school.
• WHAT IF NONE OF THIS STUFF WORKS??
If you find that you are having trouble adjusting, or continue to feel homesick after a reasonable amount of time (4-6 weeks), you may need to talk to someone. Talking to friends, family, or your RA may be a good starting point. If you think you need something more, MSU’s Counseling and Psychological Services is here to help.
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DEPRESSION AND ANXIETY Depression and anxiety are real issues for college students. During college, you deal with a unique amount of stressors. Specifically, college calls for a significant transition, where you experience many firsts, including a new lifestyle, friends, roommates, exposure to new cultures and alternate ways of thinking. When you can’t manage these firsts, you’re more likely to struggle. Adjusting to college also influences your identity; your circle of friends and family are no longer there to reinforce your identity. This can make you disoriented and lose your sense of self. A shaky identity and lack of confidence can sometimes lead you to make poor choices. To avoid this, ask yourself “who you are on the inside, not just the label you’ve taken back at home, such as captain of the cheerleading squad or the straight A student.” Consider the following: • What makes me happy, sad, frustrated, etc? • What are my values and beliefs? • What accomplishments and traits am I proud of? • Can I stick up for myself and ensure my emotional and physical safety in a way that is socially acceptable and appropriate? To combat depression and anxiety: • Work on coping skills • Know your personal limits • Monitor your motivation and energy levels • Get enough sleep, eat well and avoid caffeine and excessive drinking If you are struggling with anxiety and depression, the best place to start is MSU’s Counseling & Psychological Services. Otherwise, speak with an approachable professor, advisor, career coach or resident assistant.
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DRUGS AND ALCOHOL Students give many different reasons why they may drink. Some students say they drink because of peer pressure and to be part of a crowd. Some use alcohol to avoid difficult situations that may arise at school and work and with family and friends. Others use alcohol to avoid uncomfortable feelings, like anxiety or sadness. Anyone who drinks runs the risk of developing an alcohol problem. A serious problem can develop quickly. Drug and alcohol use and abuse is preventable, here are some helpful hints to help you: • GET EDUCATED. Know the facts. Once you do, you will realize that it is not worth endangering your career, your health, your relationships, and your future. • AVOID PEER PRESSURE. Think ahead about how to say “no.” • ENVIRONMENT. Avoid situations where people will be drinking and using drugs. Get involved in non-drinking activities. • FACE IT. Confront your problem if you have one. • SUPPORT. Get help for the underlying problems of family, relationships, anxiety, or depression.
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RELATIONSHIPS While the early months of a relationship can feel effortless and exciting, successful long-term relationships involve ongoing effort and compromise by both partners. Building healthy patterns early in your relationship can establish a solid foundation for the long run. When you are just starting a relationship, it is important to:
• BUILD. Build a foundation of appreciation and
respect. Focus on all the considerate things your partner says and does. Happy couples make a point of noticing even small opportunities to say “thank you” to their partner, rather than focusing on mistakes their partner has made. • EXPLORE. Explore each other’s interests so that you have a long list of things to enjoy together. Try new things together to expand mutual interests. • ESTABLISH. Establish a pattern of apologizing if you make a mistake or hurt your partner’s feelings. Saying “I’m sorry” may be hard in the moment, but it goes a long way towards healing a rift in a relationship. Your partner will trust you more if he or she knows that you will take responsibility for your words and actions. *If you are grappling with a relationship problem or issue and would like some help, we encourage you to contact the Student Health Services at x2337, or Counseling & Psychological Services at x4531, or VOICE Center at x7069.
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SUCCESS SNAPSHOT WHO AM I?
I am a freshman from Billings, Montana majoring in Biological Sciences, specifically Organismal Biology. I plan on becoming a Veterinarian.
BEST WAY TO CONNECT
Get involved. Talk to your RA because they are a great resource, and they know everything that is going on.
KEYS TO DOING WELL IN CLASS
Go to class and when preparing for a test don’t wait until the last minute. Also make sure to get plenty of sleep.
WORDS OF WISDOM
Leave your dorm room open when you are in there. It’s a great way to meet new people.
SUCCESS SNAPSHOT WHO I AM?
I am a graduate student from Beirut, Lebanon getting my Masters degree in Electrical Engineering.
WHAT YOU WOULD HAVE DONE DIFFERENTLY?
Go outdoors more and get involved with campus activities and organizations earlier.
WHY MSU?
It has a superb level of education and an amazing surrounding. The best thing about MSU is the abundance of involvement opportunities.
BEST WAY TO CONNECT
By opening up to what is available and being part of the activities and events organized by students. Work for ASMSU.
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MONEY, SCHOLARSHIPS, JOBS AND ALL THE OTHER THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW... You’ll have more freedom in college than you’ve probably ever experienced in your life…..and that is a good thing. You’ll have the freedom to decide your courses, your major, when you study, where you eat, your friends, your internship, etc. But remember, there are a few areas where you’ll want to practice restraint, and your budget and finance is one of them.
THE BEGINNING OF THE SEMESTER “FLUSH” At the beginning of each semester, most students feel “flush” financially. Most of us either worked and save our pennies or received a refund check through financial aid (or some combination of both). Regardless, our advice is to really consider what and how you want to spend your money. It might be tempting to deck out your dorm room with a new Wii or flat panel TV, but the point is, that type of spending probably isn’t going to yield better results on a test or paper.
GETTING USED TO THE “I” WORD When we say “I” we don’t mean you (at least not this time)….we mean “investment.” College is an investment. You are making an investment in yourself, and investments yield the best results when you put your full energy toward the investment and not other things that take away from the value. Investment values also improve over time, because you have resources to put into them. So let’s say you have an extra $500 per semester from your refund check that you could consider “fun” money. Instead of spending it, you decide to put it in your savings account. Now, in your junior year, you might decide you want to do a “Study Abroad” in another country to better master a foreign language or learn from a diverse culture….. because you’ve saved $2,000 you’ll be able to make this investment in yourself. Sure it would be nice to have a new color TV, but you won’t impress an employer with the size of your flat screen……
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MANAGING YOUR BUDGET
Managing a budget is not as hard as it sounds. Making the initial commitment to live according to your budget is the hardest part. If you have done that, you are well on your way to wise spending and saving.
WHAT IS A BUDGET?
It is simply a written plan for spending your money. You will spend your money; a budget just helps you to spend it wisely.
MANAGING YOUR BUDGET. Prepare a budget worksheet. To make your own, just write down your income in one column and your expenses in another column, then compare the two. Then, start tracking your incidental expenses. You’ll probably be surprised at what you spend your money on. A FEW IDEAS THAT YOU CAN USE TO SUCCESSFULLY MANAGE YOUR BUDGET: • Define your wants verses your needs. Concentrate on spending money only on your needs. • Don’t drink, smoke, or do drugs. They are bad for you, addictive, and cost money. You don’t need them. • If at all possible, keep a savings account. Pay yourself first. • Use everything to its full potential. Don’t waste anything. • Recycle and reuse study materials such as pencils, pens, and paper. Buy used textbooks whenever possible, and sell the ones you no longer need. • Don’t spend money around the plans you make. Make plans around the money you have after all your responsibilities are met. • Don’t be tempted by your friends’ spending habits. • Make the most of the college’s meal plan, attend college events where there is free food. • Use your tuition money wisely. Consider taking the maximum number of credits allowed. • Get an on-campus job. • Make things yourself instead of buying them whenever possible. • Shop smart when buying groceries and household items. Use coupons. Shop the sales. Don’t buy soft drinks, unless they are on sale, or store brand. Drink water. Do not spend money on snack machines. • Shop smart when buying clothes. Do not pay retail prices. Shop thrift stores, consignment shops, yard sales, clearance racks, and buy during off seasons.
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• Take advantage of student discounts and free offers. • Use the coupons in this book! For more information on budget, financial planning go the MSU CashCourse website at: http://www.cashcourse.org/montanastate/Default. aspx
SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AT MSU Scholarship opportunities for returning students may be found through the various departments and colleges on campus. Many have their scholarship applications available on their websites and available for download just after the first of the year. Students need to be aware of the individual deadlines that these scholarships have, and submit their applications in a timely manner. Another possibility for scholarships may be found through the completion and submission of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The Financial Aid Office has limited scholarship monies available to students who qualify by filing of this form. Forms are available online after January 1st of each year and early submission is important.
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FINDING A JOB WHILE AT MSU Whether you have to work or you want to work, having a job while you are in school can help you in the short term (providing money to pay for school) and the long term (experience on your resume). In fact, we encourage you to get a job whether you need the money or not. The experience you gain will pay off in the end.
• UTILIZE MYCATCAREERS.COM
from Career, Internship & Student Employment Services, www.mycatcareers.com, to find student employment opportunities (part-time work) both on and off campus. • HAVE WORKSTUDY? Positions can be found online at www.mycatcareers.com. Don’t have a workstudy? Don’t worry, there are still a lot of opportunities for you to find a part-time job on this site. • TAKE THE PROCESS SERIOUSLY. Applying for a job as a student is just as important as if it was a full-time job. Create a professional resume and be professional in your dress and demeanor in the interview and on the job. • GET A JUMP START on your competition by having your resume ready and apply to the position as soon as you see one of interest. • IF YOU REALLY WANT TO WORK for an off-campus organization or on-campus department, ask them if they are hiring. Take the initiative to ask - it can’t hurt. • DO AN INTERNSHIP. An internship is a formal experience with an employer where you will work for an organization completing projects, observing others and getting to know what it is like to work in the “real” world. Internships are a great way to build your resume and get to know an employer.
• YOU MUST DO AN INTERNSHIP!
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SUCCESS SNAPSHOT WHO AM I?
I am a freshman from Lakeside, Montana majoring in business and minoring in photography.
WORDS OF WISDOM
You have a lot of free time under a normal credit load. Spend it well. Have fun with friends, but make time to study as well. Smile.
BIGGEST SHOCK ARRIVING FRESHMAN YEAR
In high school if you don’t do well in a class, the teacher will come to you. In college, it is your responsibility to go talk to your professors.
HOW TO BALANCE SCHOOL & SOCIAL LIFE
Budget your time well. You have so much freedom at college, you just have to learn how to efficiently use it.
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SUCCESS SNAPSHOT WHO AM I?
I am a junior from Kyunggi-do, South Korea majoring in Political Science.
WHY MSU?
I grew up in a big city in Korea. I wanted to experience a more quiet and nature friendly campus.
BEST THING TO HAPPEN FRESHMAN YEAR
I met other international students at the “Welcome Party” presented by The Office of International Programs.
KEYS TO DOING WELL IN CLASS
For me, I took full advantage of my professors’ offce hours. Having one-on-one time with them is great for getting extra help.
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WHAT TO DO WITH... 30 MINUTES: • Check-out an exhibit at the Exit Gallery in the SUB or the Helen E. Copeland Gallery in Haynes Hall. • Feed the ducks in MSU’s Duck pond. • Get to know one of your MSU professors or faculty members better – initiate a conversation or make an appointment with them. • Walk through the MSU Architecture Dept and check out the latest projects. • Check out the Resource Center & Bulletin Board at ASMSU Outdoor Recreation Center for upcoming events, outings, services and exchange of equipment. • Read the Exponent – campus newspaper. • Make a new friend – strike up a conversation with a fellow student. • Explore the MSU website: www.montana.edu.
ONE HOUR: • See a laser show or check out an exhibit at the Museum of the Rockies. • Write down your goals & dreams of what you would like to do after you graduate. • Jump on one of the Streamline buses at the Strand and take a roundtrip tour of town. • Try a Yoga, Pilates, Drumming, Kickboxing, Zumba, Max Core, Boot Camp, Hydro Fitness or Slow & Steady Class at the Marga Hosaeus Fitness Center. • Explore what the Renne Library or Creative Arts Library has to offer.
TWO HOURS: • Bike or walk the valley’s trail system. www.gvlt.org/trails_maps.html. • Check-out one of MSU’s many clubs, intramurals or other meetings happening around campus. • Grab a bench up on the Peet’s Hill trail above the city library and watch the sunset. • Stroll Downtown Bozeman on any Friday night or Sunday morning. • Attend a performance of Montana Shakespeare in the Parks.
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• Perfect your grind at the Bozeman Skate Park or visit the BMX track. • Attend/ View art exhibits at Bozeman’s Emerson Cultural Center. • Visit Farmer’s Market at Bogart Park, Gallatin County Fairgrounds, or Emerson Cultural Centers. • Maintain or repair your own equipment at the Bicycle & Ski Workshop at ASMSU Outdoor Recreation Center.
THREE HOURS: • See a movie at the Procrastinator Theater at MSU or the Gallatin Mall Cinemas, or the Bozeman Film Festival held at the Emerson Cultural Center. • Plan an evening of board games with friends. • Attend a Bobcat sporting event. • Attend the ballet, or the symphony. Can’t afford it? See if they need volunteer ushers or look for “rush tickets”. • See a play or comedy at the Main Stage Theatre in the SUB. There are also many small theater companies in Bozeman. • Play Frisbee golf at Rose Park in Bozeman. Also try Battle Ridge or Bohart Ranch. • Take dance lessons. Attend monthly Contra or International folk-dancing. Check out the schedule on the Bozeman Folklore Society website. • Take a seminar or non-credit class on outdoor-oriented topics from the ASMSU Recreation Center. • Go on a full moon walk or ski. • Pick a new area of town to explore each weekend. • Attend free, evening concerts at places like Bozeman’s Leaf and Bean Coffee House or the Community Food Co-op. • Volunteer for an organization in need or for Service Saturdays: check the schedule with MSU’s Office for Community Involvement.
A HALF DAY: • Fish the Gallatin River or other rivers. • Volunteer for an organization in need or for Service Saturdays: check the schedule with MSU’s Office for Community Involvement. • Cross country ski on one of the many groomed trails around Bozeman, or check out Bohart Ranch or Lone Mountain Ranch.
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• Print out the MSU Campus Map and see how many buildings you can explore in half a day. • Ride the Gondola or Zip Line at Big Sky Ski Resort. • Take one of the hikes listed in this section.
A FULL DAY: • Go on a group outing with the ASMSU Outdoor Recreation Center. • Catch the bus to Big Sky or Moonlight and ski for the day. • Get a job – check-out the job board outside Career, Internship & Student Employment Services. • Drive down to West Yellowstone and view the canyon before Big Sky and the wildlife south of Big Sky. Watch for moose, grizzlies and wolves. • Give a day, volunteer for one of the community events going on or for an organization in need. • Visit Mammoth Hot Springs in the winter after snow falls. Bring cross country skis or snow shoes, or rent them right in Mammoth, to follow trails.
GREAT HIKES IN THE AREA: • THE M. One of Bozeman’s most visible landmarks.
There are two mile-long trails to the landmark, one with winding switchbacks and the other a rigorously steep trek for the more ambitious.
• THE DRINKING HORSE MOUNTAIN TRAIL.
Bozeman’s newest hiking gem, but not just because it makes for a short, vigorous 1.6 mile (3.2 mile roundtrip) early-morning or after-class hike. • GROTTO FALLS. Also in Hyalite Canyon. It’s about a mile walk along an easy, gradual grade that leads to the falls. • SACAJAWEA PEAK. The tallest peak in the Bridger range is summited with a steep, two-mile climb that starts at the Fairy Lake Campground. • LAVA LAKE. A beautiful mountain lake in the Spanish Peaks off Highway 191 toward Big Sky.
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IMPROVE YOUR ACADEMIC SUCCESS WHAT TO DO WITH 30 MINUTES: • Organize your daily planner. Make sure that all important dates are copied down so you can be prepared for a busy week ahead! • Review your notes. Research shows that students who review their notes on a daily basis retain more information than students who do not. • Highlight important paragraphs in your textbook and write down any unanswered questions in the margin of the book. • Stop by your professor’s office hours! Get to know the individual who will be grading all of your work. Take advantage of the face to face time to ask questions and clarify assignments. • Chat with other students in your class about forming a study group. Make arrangements to meet at the Renne Library or in the Strand Union Building. • Take a nap in the Leigh Lounge. Being well-rested is important to keep your memory functioning at it’s prime! • Make a list of goals you want to complete by the end of the semester. Making and achieving small goals can help to build your confidence as a student!
WHAT TO DO WITH ONE HOUR: • Go to class! It might sound like a no-brainer, but attending class is the absolute best way to ensure your success on campus. Professors can make changes to the syllabus, add an extra assignment, give out extra credit or hand out a quiz. Being present every time class meets guarantees that you are always aware of what is required of you to do well in the class. • Make flashcards for the vocabulary that pertains to your current reading assignment. • Make your own test! Take each heading in your book and turn it into a question. Not only will you know the contents of your reading assignment better but you will increase the likelihood of doing well on the upcoming test! • Reformat your notes. Everyone has their own style of learning and it is important that you discover what works for you. Feel free to reorganize your notes or handout in a manner that suits you and your learning style. • Attend a study group. Bouncing ideas off of other students can help you to understand the problem or assignment in a different context.
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• Visit the Math Help Center in Wilson Hall. There is no getting around it- to graduate from MSU you are going to have to take a math class. The Math Help Center is staffed with students and professors who love to see you succeed. • Stop by the Office of Student Success. We can help you brush up on your study skills, time management, textbook reading, note taking and even help you develop a career plan. Don’t’ see what you are looking for? Not to worry! This office can customize a program to fit your needs.
WHAT TO DO WITH TWO HOURS: • Have a busy week ahead? Take your free time on campus to research the paper that is due next week. Use the online catalogs to find articles or journals that pertain to your prompt. • Review your notes for every class that were taken for the week. Find a quiet place on campus and make sure you understand everything that was covered in each of your classes.
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SUCCESS SNAPSHOT WHO AM I?
I am a senior in Sociology at MSU and am from Whitehall, MT. I am an ASMSU Student Senator, a Student Associate for the MSU Leadership Institute, and an active member of the MSU Tae Kwon Do club.
BEST WAY TO CONNECT
Look through the list of clubs and activities that MSU offers and join the one that interests you most.
KEYS TO DOING WELL IN CLASS
Remember that when things are hard, they can be a lot harder if you put things off. Do not let school work pile up. Always push to stay focused on current tasks.