Earning the Grades You Want

Connecting with Others

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The truth is, there are many factors that play a part in your academic success and
its easy to get held back by something you least expect. Class attendance, study
habits, even adequate sleep all have an affect on your ability to achieve your goals.
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2014-2015 MAP-Works First-Year Fall Transition Report 2014-2015 MAP-Works First-Year Fall Transition Report 2014-2015 MAP-Works First-Year Fall Transition Report 2014-2015 MAP-Works First-Year Fall Transition Report
Welcome Shane! Welcome Shane! Welcome Shane! Welcome Shane! The following report is about you; created from your responses to the Fall Transition Survey. Its designed to help support you and
ensure your success here at Washburn University.
...only 51% 51% 51% 51% do.
Campus Involvement
Sense of Belonging
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Paying for College
Earning the Grades You Want Earning the Grades You Want Earning the Grades You Want Earning the Grades You Want
You expect good or excellent grades this term. Did you know that nine out of ten students think the same way? But last year only 51% earned As and Bs,
15% earned Cs, and 35% earned grades lower than a C. You must be willing to continue with hard work and dedication to ensure you earn the grades you
want.
Basic Academic Behaviors Basic Academic Behaviors Basic Academic Behaviors Basic Academic Behaviors -- Taking notes, Turning in homework, Recording your assignments, and Spending sufficient time studying.
You have excellent academic behaviors! These skills typically lead to good grades; keep up the good work! It is important to sustain your current level
of performance throughout the entire term. TIP: Talking with your instructors is a proven way to get the most from your classes! At any point you need
help, contact your MAP-Works Direct-Connect faulty/staff members (see the list at the end of this report).
Class Attendance Class Attendance Class Attendance Class Attendance
Congrats! You understand the importance of class attendance. Many students dont realize that attending every class is crucial to academic success
in college. Did you know that students who miss a class every once in a while earn an average GPA nearly a letter grade lower than students with
perfect or near perfect class attendance? Furthermore, it is important to be active in class. Being mentally present in the class is just as important as
being physically present.
Basic Academic Skills Basic Academic Skills Basic Academic Skills Basic Academic Skills -- Writing, Reading, Math, and Problem-Solving
You have a great foundation in all the basic academic skills. Youre well on your way to achieving the grades you expect. To remain successful
academically, youll need to build on your skills; you will use them throughout your entire college career.
Academic Self-Confidence Academic Self-Confidence Academic Self-Confidence Academic Self-Confidence
You have high confidence in your academic abilities. Feeling confident will help you persevere on projects even when there are challenges. Confident
students are also more likely to connect with their instructors and get the most out of each class. They also tend to earn higher grades.
Time Management Time Management Time Management Time Management -- Showing up on time, Planning out your time, Making "to-do lists", and Balancing academic and social time
You have fair time management skills, but to achieve good grades you will likely need to improve them. It is important to organize your time and to
keep academics high on your priority list. Did you know that good time management skills are linked to higher GPAs? Improving your skills will allow
you to be more efficient with your time and more effective in achieving good grades.
Course Difficulties Course Difficulties Course Difficulties Course Difficulties
You reported that you arent having any difficulties with your courses. Thats great news! If you do need help, please dont hesitate to contact one of
us immediately.
If you want to improve your likelihood of earning the grades you want, here are some examples of steps you should take: If you want to improve your likelihood of earning the grades you want, here are some examples of steps you should take: If you want to improve your likelihood of earning the grades you want, here are some examples of steps you should take: If you want to improve your likelihood of earning the grades you want, here are some examples of steps you should take:
Create a study group: Create a study group: Create a study group: Create a study group: Assemble a group of others in your classes who can study together, provide feedback on work, share notes, and
motivate each other to do well in the class.
Talk to your instructors: Talk to your instructors: Talk to your instructors: Talk to your instructors: If youre struggling in a class, contact the instructor immediately and discuss steps you can take to improve your
performance. Also, make an appointment with your academic advisor to discuss resources that are available such as tutoring and study skill
seminars.
Take personal responsibility: Take personal responsibility: Take personal responsibility: Take personal responsibility: Make a commitment to practice good academic behaviors such as attending all classes and completing all
class assignments on time. Get a planner or install software on your computer/phone that allows you to record all assignments and their due
dates so you can manage your time and class demands more effectively.
Take advantage of campus resources: Take advantage of campus resources: Take advantage of campus resources: Take advantage of campus resources: There are many resources on campus that can help you overcome academic hurdles. Please see the
list of Campus Resources at the end of this report.
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Connecting with Others Connecting with Others Connecting with Others Connecting with Others
Connecting with others at Washburn University is a vital step on your road to graduation. We are committed to helping you discover opportunities that will
enhance your social, academic, and professional network while in college. The following are two factors that contribute to your overall social integration.
Campus Involvement Campus Involvement Campus Involvement Campus Involvement
Sometimes its hard to justify participating in campus activities but they are an essential part of your college experience. You may feel that you dont
have enough time or you may have other responsibilities such as family or work obligations that keep you from getting involved. However, even some
involvement will create a more rewarding college experience. We have student organizations, intramural sports, and interesting clubs to offer you.
Looking back on your college years, you may not remember every class you took, but you WILL remember the clubs you were a part of and the events
you shared with your friends. Get involved and youll be glad you did!
Sense of Belonging Sense of Belonging Sense of Belonging Sense of Belonging
Everyone feels like an outsider at one time or another. A great way to make friends and build new relationships is by joining a student organization,
playing intramural sports, and/or volunteering for service projects. Dont be afraid to try new things! Give yourself time to adjust to this environment.
Youre only just beginning to meet and connect with people who share your interests, values, or professional goals.
If you want to improve your connections with campus, here are some examples of concrete steps you could take:
Making connections with students, faculty, and staff often takes time and effort. Reach out to others who may be struggling to make a
connection and be open to building friendships with those who reach out to you.
Consider joining a social/professional organization, activity, intramural sport, or volunteer your time to a cause that is important to you.
If our institution doesnt have a club that matches your interest, consider developing one. Contact our student activities/student life about
how you may be able to do this.
Paying for College
Paying for College Paying for College Paying for College Paying for College
To stay in college you have to pay for college, and if youre a little unsure of how youll pay for next terms tuition and fees, youre not alone! Dont
wait; contact the financial aid office for help right away. There are people here who can help you find ways to meet your financial needs. A list of
campus resources is provided in this report to help you along.
If you need help paying for college, here are some examples of concrete steps you could take: If you need help paying for college, here are some examples of concrete steps you could take: If you need help paying for college, here are some examples of concrete steps you could take: If you need help paying for college, here are some examples of concrete steps you could take:
Make an appointment with the Financial Aid Office to discuss available assistance.
Reach out to one of us (see the list of Direct-Connect faculty/staff at the end of your report) and we will help direct you to the appropriate
person/office that can provide your with information.
If the stress of financial issues begins to affect your academic focus and performance, please speak to one of us, a counselor, or an advisor
before you become overwhelmed.
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Taking Action Taking Action Taking Action Taking Action
Now its your turn! We challenge you to develop steps to improve your current behaviors and become a more successful student. In this report, we have
indicated areas of strength with green icons and areas with potential for improvement with yellow or red icons. We have also included a list of Campus
Resources to help you improve your areas of weakness and further build upon your areas of strength.
Areas of Strength (green icons): In college, it is important to build on your current skill/behavior level. You should find opportunities on campus to
utilize and improve your skills/behaviors.
Areas of Improvement (yellow & red icons): Low scores on academic areas, sense of belonging, or financial issues need to be addressed so you can
become as successsful as possible. Please schedule time to a meet with one of your Direct-Connect Faculty/Staff listed below to develop a plan of
action.
Below are areas where there is room for improvement. We ask you set three specific steps youll take to improve or change:
Campus Involvement
Choosing a Major
Time Management
Sense of Belonging
First Steps First Steps First Steps First Steps When When When When
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Direct-Connect Faculty/Staff Direct-Connect Faculty/Staff Direct-Connect Faculty/Staff Direct-Connect Faculty/Staff
The following is a list of faculty/staff available to assist you at Washburn University:
Name Name Name Name Phone Phone Phone Phone Email Email Email Email
Keith Mazachek
Cor Pre-Engnr/Lecturer 9M CAS
(WU101 Section: O-Mazachek)
785-670-2263 keith.mazachek@washburn.edu
Chance Barrow
Peer Educator
(WU101 Section: O-Mazachek)
chance.barrow@washburn.edu
Elise Blas
Information Literacy Librarian
(WU101 Section: O-Mazachek)
785-670-2507 elise.blas@washburn.edu
Elaine Januszka
Peer Educator
(WU101 Section: O-Mazachek)
elaine.januszka@washburn.edu
Jennifer Jenkins
Academic Advisor
(WU101 Section: O-Mazachek)
785-670-1935 jennifer.jenkins@washburn.edu
Campus Resources Campus Resources Campus Resources Campus Resources
Academic Advising Academic Advising Academic Advising Academic Advising
785.670.1942
advising@washburn.edu
Mabee 201
http://www.washburn.edu/advising
Admissions Admissions Admissions Admissions
785.670.1030
admissions@washburn.edu
Morgan 114
http://www.washburn.edu/admissions/
index.html
Business Office Business Office Business Office Business Office
785.670.1156
business-office@washburn.edu
Morgan 205
http://www.washburn.edu/current-students/
business-office/index.html
Campus Police Campus Police Campus Police Campus Police
785.670.1153
Morgan
http://www.washburn.edu/parents-family/
health-safety/police/index.html
Career Services Career Services Career Services Career Services
785.670.1450
career-services@washburn.edu
Morgan 123
http://www.washburn.edu/career-services/
index.html
Counseling Services Counseling Services Counseling Services Counseling Services
785.670.1450
Henderson 111
http://www.washburn.edu/current-students/
services/counseling/index.html
Financial Aid Financial Aid Financial Aid Financial Aid
785.670.1151
financialaid@washburn.edu
Morgan 270
http://www.washburn.edu/admissions/tuition-
aid/index.html
Judicial Board Judicial Board Judicial Board Judicial Board
785.670.2100
Morgan 136
http://www.washburn.edu/campus-life/
index.html
Mabee Library Mabee Library Mabee Library Mabee Library
785.670.1550
sean.bird@washburn.edu
Mabee Library
www.washburn.edu/mabee
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Multicultural Affairs Multicultural Affairs Multicultural Affairs Multicultural Affairs
785.670.1622
mao@washburn.edu
MU Boswell Rm
http://www.washburn.edu/diversity/
multicultural/index.html
Registrar Registrar Registrar Registrar
785.670.1074
registrar@washburn.edu
Morgan 115
http://www.washburn.edu/a-z-index/registrar/
index.html
Residential Living Residential Living Residential Living Residential Living
785.670.105
resliving@washburn.edu
LLC 1st Floor
http://www.washburn.edu/campus-life/
housing-dining/index.html
Student Activities and Greek Life Student Activities and Greek Life Student Activities and Greek Life Student Activities and Greek Life
785.670.1723
getalife@washburn.edu
Memorial Union - Lower Level
http://www.washburn.edu/campus-life/
student-activities/index.html
Student Health Student Health Student Health Student Health
785.670.1470
Morgan 170
http://www.washburn.edu/current-students/
services/health-services/index.html
Student Recreation & Wellness Center Student Recreation & Wellness Center Student Recreation & Wellness Center Student Recreation & Wellness Center
785.670.1314
getfit@washburn.edu
SRWC
http://www.washburn.edu/campus-life/
recreation-wellness/index.html
Student Services Student Services Student Services Student Services
785.670.1629
kim.sturgeon@washburn.edu
Morgan 135
http://www.washburn.edu/current-students/
services/student-services/index.html
University Tutoring and Writing Center University Tutoring and Writing Center University Tutoring and Writing Center University Tutoring and Writing Center
785.670.1871
tutoring@washburn.edu
Mabee Library
http://www.washburn.edu/tutoring
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