Bachelor of Science in Health Science Program (BSHS)

Stockton University Bachelor of Science in Health Science Program (BSHS)

Advising Syllabus Fall Semester 2015

Preceptor: Dr. Margaret M. Slusser Associate Professor/Founding Program Coordinator BSHS Office Hours: Tuesday & Thursday 9-10 AM & 12:30-1:00 PM (walk in) and By Appointment Office Location: K-126 Phone: 609-652-4397 Email: [email protected]

My Role as Your Preceptor/Advisor

My role as your preceptor is to facilitate your progress through college, as both a resource and teacher. As such, my goal is that you will grow academically and assume responsibility for your own education. My hope is that our relationship will be characterized by mutual respect and trust. Through the various types of courses required of you, I hope that Stockton is preparing you for a lifetime of learning.

Your Responsibilities

Your Academic Objectives  Identify your area of healthcare interest  If your goal involves preparing for graduate school or a professional program be aware of the future admission requirements including: o All pre-requisite courses o Grades needed in those courses to be eligible for the post-baccalaureate program o GPA requirements for acceptance into the program  Understand the BSHS program requirements  Understand the BSHS Cognate requirements o Make sure your selected cognates are appropriate for Your Career Goal  Understand the General Studies and At-Some-Distance requirements o Make sure your selected G Courses and At-Some-Distance choices are appropriate for Your Career Goal  Learn the graduation requirements (G.P.A., # of credits, application process, etc.)

Your Career Objectives  Explore your desire/need to attend post-baccalaureate work (Graduate School of Professional Program) to meet career goals  Understand the importance of keeping your GPA at 3.0 or above!  Examine career opportunities and level of education required for these opportunities  Become familiar with college resources, including Career Center, Writing and Math Centers, Student Records, and Student Development offices; use them to meet your goals  Be involved in extra-curricular activities Required Materials for our Precepting/Advising Meetings during Pre-registration:

 Please review the schedule of classes (http://www2.stockton.edu/ then type in “Student Records” in the search box then click “Schedule of Courses”) prior to our meeting.  Bring information about the required pre-requisites for at least 2 post-graduate programs you are interested in applying to (eventually).  If you are not planning on Graduate school, know your career goal and what courses will help you get there!  Come with a written list of courses you would like to take for Spring 2016.  Bring your CAPP Audit (log onto the go Portal to run the CAPP Audit). For instructions on how to run and interpret a CAPP Audit, go to the main page http://www2.stockton.edu/, type in “Advising” in the search box then click “Online Degree Evaluation (CAPP)” on the left-hand side.  Pen or pencil

Your responsibility

 Read and respond to my emails in a timely manner  Come to our meetings and/or to Preceptorial Advising Day prepared  Follow through with plans we agree upon  Register on time  Be aware of registration, drop, add, graduation dates and deadlines  Email or make an appointment to meet with me if you have any questions along the way. Do not wait until registration time to meet with me. It’s much better for both of us if you ask questions as they arise and get the answers quickly.

Accommodations for students with special needs

The Richard Stockton College complies with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Students with disabilities who seek accommodations should make their request by contacting the Learning Access Program located in the J-204 or by calling 652-4988. Additional information may be obtained from Stockton website: http://www2.stockton.edu/wellness/lap.html

Note to students

I take an extraordinary amount of pride in helping students both inside and outside of the classroom. My role as your preceptor is one of the most important aspects of my work as a faculty member (and of your academic career). Some would argue it’s even more important than teaching in a formal classroom setting. The connections, resources and assistance that a preceptor can offer can change your life. As an advisee, it is necessary for you to contribute in this life-long learning process. Ultimately, you are the person responsible for your course selections, completion of necessary requirements for graduation, and your career and personal goals. However, I would like to help you achieve these goals! Let’s work together! Important Dates – Fall 2015

Go to: http://www2.stockton.edu click “Calendars” (top of the page) then “Academic Calendar”

September 2 Classes begin September 2-9 Drop/Add period September 9 Deadline to drop a class with 100% refund October 1 Deadline to file for Fall 2015 Graduation without penalty October 20 Spring 2016 Preregistration Schedule of Classes posted (view only) October 27 Preceptorial Advising – no classes October 28-29 Pre-registration begins by credit (Seniors 96 + credits and Graduate students) Oct 30 –Nov 2 Juniors (64-95 earned credits) preregister November 4 Preceptorial Advising – no classes until 3:35 PM November 5-6 Sophomores (32-63 earned credits) preregister November 9-10 Freshmen (0-31 earned credits) preregister November 12 Deadline to withdraw from a full-term class with a W grade November 26-29 Happy Thanksgiving! No classes Thursday and Friday! December 10 Fall Term classes end December 11 Reading Day Dec, 14-17 Extended Week December 20 Summer & Fall Term 2015 Commencement Ceremony