Dear Freshman Sport Administration Student,
Congratulations on your decision to become part of Lock Haven University. We look forward to meeting and working with you to achieve your educational goals. When you arrive at the “Haven”, you will become part of a distinctive academic community whose faculty and students engage one another and the world through teaching, learning, research, scholarship and experiential work of extraordinary quality and breadth.
We are excited you have chosen Lock Haven University and the Lock Haven community as your new home. We have gathered important resources in this handbook to facilitate your transition to Lock Haven. You will find a track sheet listing all of the requirements of the Sport Administration major, as well as the requirements for minors in related areas including Sport and Exercise Psychology, Business Administration, and Coaching. You will also find a course sequence sheet which outlines when you should schedule the classes for our major.
We encourage you to take advantage of all the resources at your disposal. So, in addition to the sheets above, you will also find information about other student services on the Lock Haven campus. We recommend you explore the opportunities and resources found in these partner offices.
One of these resources is our student led majors club, the Sport Administration Society. SAS organizes sport and recreational events throughout the year for the Lock Haven University campus as well as our local community. They also spearhead activities that will accelerate your professional development including conference and job fair attendance. Plan to attend their meetings and get involved in their activities.
Congratulations and welcome to Lock Haven University. We are excited and look forward to helping you have a successful academic experience!
Dr. Trish Lally
Patricia S. Lally, PhD Chair, Sport Studies Department Robinson 713 Lock Haven University Lock Haven, PA 17745 570-484-2824
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Welcome Letter…..………………………………………………………………………. 1
Important Phone Numbers…………………………………………………………..……. 4
Sport Studies Faculty……………………………………………………………………. 5
Sport Administration Major Requirements……………………………………………… 7
Minors…………………………..….………….…………………………………………. 8
Recommended Course Sequence…………………………...... 9
Professional Field Experience Requirements……………………………………………. 10
Past Professional Field Experiences of Students…………………...…………………….. 12
You and Your Advisor……….………………………………………………...... 14
Tips for Academic Success……………………………………………………...... 15
Campus Resources……………………………………………………………………….. 16
Equipment Issue Room……...………………………………………………………...... 19
IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS
Dr. Patricia Lally, Dept. Chair 570-484-2824 Robi 713 [email protected]
Sport Studies Department
Prof. Peter Campbell 570-484-2114 ZIMM 109 [email protected]
Dr. Alanna Harman [email protected] 570-484-2559 ROBI714
Dr. Richard Lally 570-484-2470 ROBI 716 [email protected]
Mr. Carl Poff 570-484-2478 ROBI 607 [email protected]
Assoc. Prof. Bridget Roun 570-484-2285 ZIMM 113 [email protected]
Dr. Justin Wartella 570-484-2419 ROBI 705 [email protected]
Secretarial Services
Mrs. Cheryl Gardner 570-484-2416 ROBI 708 [email protected]
Equipment Room
Mrs. Teala Mantle 570-484-2101 ZIMM 120 [email protected]
Campus Sites and Phone Numbers
Computing Center 570-484-2286 Stevenson Library 570-484-2311 Public Safety 570-484-2278 Student Recreation Center 570-484-2982 Math Lab 570-484-2091 Swimming Pool 570-484-2107 PUB Bookstore 570-484-2460 Writing Center (RAUB 409) 570-484-2171
SPORT STUDIES FACULTY
Sport Studies Chair
Dr. Patricia Lally is originally from Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. She earned a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from McGill University in Montreal in 1993, a Master’s degree in Sport and Exercise Psychology from the University of Ottawa in 1996 and a PhD in Sport and Exercise Psychology from the University of Toronto in 2001. She completed a post-doctoral fellowship at the University of Toronto in 2002. In addition to teaching, Dr. Lally is a sport psychology consultant and in her spare time enjoys running and swimming. Dr. Lally currently serves as both Department Chair and Coordinator of the Sport and Exercise Psychology Minor.
Sport Studies Faculty
Dr. Richard Lally is from Boston, MA. He received his Bachelor’s degree in Political Science from Providence College and his doctorate in Sport Philosophy from The Pennsylvania State University. Previously he taught at East Stroudsburg University. In addition to teaching courses related to philosophy, ethics and law in sport, he serves as the Sport Administration Program Coordinator and oversees the Sport Administration Professional Field Experience.
Mr. Carl Poff is originally from Newtown, PA. He received his Bachelor’s degree in History from Bloomsburg University and his Master’s in Physical Education from the University of North Carolina. His previous teaching experience included teaching physical education at Bloomsburg University and the University of North Carolina. He was also the head Wrestling Coach at Lock Haven University for 12 years.
Dr. Justin Wartella is originally from Pottsville, PA. He received his Bachelor’s degree from Pennsylvania State University and his Master’s degree from Millersville University. Dr. Wartella completed his doctoral degree in Sports Education Leadership from the University of Nevada Las Vegas (UNLV) in the summer of 2009. In addition to teaching at UNLV, he has worked for the Millersville University Department of Campus Recreation, the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association, Inc. (PIAA), the Nevada Interscholastic Athletic Association, Inc. (NIAA), the UNLV intercollegiate athletics program and Mansfield University as the Campus Recreation Director.
Dr. Peter Campbell Is originally from Larne, Northern Ireland. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Management Information Systems from Gannon University in Erie, PA, in 1992, and a Juris Doctorate from the Cleveland Marshall College of Law in 1995. Mr. Campbell was admitted to the Ohio Bar in 1995 and is currently licensed to practice law in that State. He has extensive coaching experience at the youth, high school, and collegiate level. He has served on the National Soccer Coaches Athletic Association (NSCAA) national committee and Chaired the Northeast Regional Committee. He also has vast administrative experience at the youth and collegiate level expanding over the past twenty years. He has served on various conference and NCAA administrative committees, including two terms as chair of the NCAA Division II women’s Soccer Championship Committee (2006-2008). Further, he currently sits on the organization-wide NCAA Soccer Rules Committee and his term will expire in 2016. Mr. Campbell currently teaches in the undergraduate and graduate Sport Study programs at Lock Haven University.
Bridget Roun is originally from Williamstown, NJ. She earned a Bachelor’s degree in Health and Physical Education from Trenton State College in Trenton, NJ in 1985, a Master’s degree in Physical Education from West Chester University in 1987 and a Master’s degree in Exercise and Sport Sciences with a concentration in Sport Psychology from Ithaca College in 2006. She served as the Head Lacrosse Coach and Assistant Field Hockey Coach at Lock Haven University for nine years. As an athlete and coach, she won six NCAA Division III National Championships in Field Hockey and one in Lacrosse. In addition to teaching, Bridget Roun is a sport performance consultant and works with the Lock Haven University Football team. She teaches undergraduate courses such as Psychology of Coaching, Sport and Society, and Sport Administration and Community Relations. In her spare time enjoys travelling.
Dr. Alanna Harman is originally from Mississauga, Ontario, Canada. She received her Bachelor’s degree in Sport Management and Master of Arts specializing in Sport Management from Brock University in St. Catherines, Ontario. Dr. Harman completed her doctoral degree in Kinesiology from the University of Western Ontario in London, Ontario. Previously, she has worked as a sport administrator, head coach, and grant writer within the amateur sport sector. Prior to LHU, Dr. Harman coached synchronized swimming for 15 years.
Last Revised 3/17/2014 Lock Haven University Sport Studies Department Bachelor of Science in Sport Administration (For Students entering LHU Fall 2014)
GENERAL EDUCATION 42 sh SPORT ADMINISTRATION MAJOR 60 sh Intellectual Foundation 9 sh ACCT110 Financial Accounting Sem/Grade
Written Communication 3 sh SPRT106: Intro to Sport Administration Sem/Grade (Meets First Year Seminar Requirement) ENGL100: Composition (3 sh) Sem/Grade SPRT208: Intro to Sport & Ex Psychology# OR Sem/Grade WC Competency 1 = SPRT324 SPRT305: Psychology of Coaching# WC Competency 2 = SPRT465 SPRT223: Contemporary Issues in SA Sem/Grade SPRT233: Sales, Sponsorship, Fundraising Sem/Grade Oral Communication 3 sh SPRT321: Management/Leadership of Sport# Sem/Grade Sem/Grade SPRT323: Sport and Society# Sem/Grade SPRT324: Sport Law and Ethics# Sem/Grade Mathematical and Computational Thinking 3 sh. SPRT332: Sport Marketing Management# Sem/Grade Sem/Grade SPRT335: Sport Admin & Community Relat# Sem/Grade SPRT337: Governance of Sport# Sem/Grade Critical Thinking SPRT340: Sport Media Communications# Sem/Grade CT Competency 1 = SPRT321 SPRT350: Field Participation# Sem/Grade CT Competency 2 = SPRT337 SPRT401: Sport Facility Management/Op # Sem/Grade SPRT402: Sport Business Finance# Sem/Grade Knowledge and Inquiry 21 sh SPRT450: Field Experience in Sport Admin# Sem/Grade Natural Science Inquiry 6 sh SPRT465: Organization/Administration of SA# Sem/Grade Science with lab Sem/Grade Science with/without lab Sem/Grade NOTES:
Historical, Behavioral & Social Science Inquiry 6 sh Must have “C” in all major required courses Sem/Grade Sem/Grade Must have a 2.0 in the major and overall
Philosophical, Literary & Aesthetic Inquiry 9 sh Must have a 2.25 to transfer into Sport Admin Sem/Grade Sem/Grade SPRT450: Field Experience in Sport Admin is a credit Sem/Grade bearing course to which all tuition and fees apply.
Personal and Social Responsibility 12 sh Global Awareness and Citizenship 9 sh Sem/Grade Sem/Grade Sem/Grade
Wellness 3 sh Sem/Grade
Experiential Learning EL Competency 1 = SPRT450
EL Competency 2 = SPRT450
Electives 18 sh Students are encouraged to consider using electives to complete minors including the Sport Sem/Grade and Exercise Psychology, Business and Coaching Minors Sem/Grade Sem/Grade Other Recommendations Sem/Grade COMP150: Introduction to Computers Sem/Grade ENGL345 Business Writing Sem/Grade
Sport and Exercise Psychology Minor (18 credits) Coaching Minor (21 Credits)
Required Core Courses (6 credits) Required Core Courses (15 sh)
SPRT 208: Intro to Sport and Exercise Psychology SPRT106 Introduction to Sports Administration SPRT 318: Adv Theory and App of Sport and Ex Psych SPRT 305 Psychology of Coaching SPRT 323 Sport and Society Support Courses (12 Credits) HLTH301 CPR and Emergency Care HPED 3-- Adv Tech & Coaching (any - 3 sh total required) SPRT305: Psychology of Coaching SPRT323: Sport and Society* Support Courses (6 sh) ATTR332: Psychological Aspects of Injury and Illness* HLTH305: Introduction to Biomechanics* HLTH 202 Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries HLTH353: Physiology of Exercise* HLTH 310 CPR and First Aid Instructor Training PSYC202: Research Methods in Psychology (3)** OR PSYC235: Interpersonal and Leadership Skills HPED 222 Lifeguard Instructor (2 sh) PSYC250: Social Psychology* HLTH 320/336 Drug Education/Teaching Drug Education PSYC308: Psychology of Personality* HLTH 341/470 Teaching Human Sexuality/Sex Education PSYC313: Industrial and Organizational Psychology* HPED 016 Strength Training (1 sh) HPED 302 Motor Learning Applied to Physical Education *These courses have pre-requisites HPED --- Adv Tech and Coaching courses (1-3 sh) **Strongly recommended for students who do not complete a research PSYC 201 Educational Psychology methods class as part of their major requirements PSYC 235 Interpersonal Skills
*Students may petition the minor coordinator for approval of a maximum of 3 credits in lieu of those listed above. The petition must be approved prior to completion of the 3 credits.
Aquatics Minor (18 credits) Business Minor (21 credits) Required Core Courses (11 sh) Required Core Courses (15 sh) SPRT 106 Introduction to Sport Administration HPED 222 Lifeguard Instructor (1 sh) ACCT 110 Financial Accounting HPED 225 Swimming/Lifeguard Training (1 sh) ECON 101 Principles of Economics HPED 228 Aquacise (.5 sh) MANG 315 Management: Concepts and Strategies HPED 230 Synchronized Swimming (.5 sh) Another upper level Management course from among MANG 317, HPED 235 Water Safety Instructor (1 sh) MANG HPED 350 Adv Tech Coaching Swimming and Diving (2 sh) 320, MANG 325, MANG 425, MANG 400, or MANG 430 HPED 351 Management of Aquatic Programs/Facilities (2 sh) MRKT 200 Intro to Marketing
Support Courses (7 sh) Support Courses (6 sh)
HLTH 301 CPR and Emergency Care ACCT 115 Management Accounting HPED 260 Practices and Principles of Conditioning (1 sh) ACCT 210 Introduction to Federal Income Tax SPRT 305 Psychology of Coaching COMM 320 Business Communications SPRT 323 Sport and Society COMP 250 Advanced Microcomputer Applications PSYC 201 Educational Psychology ENGL 345 Business Writing PSYC 235 Interpersonal Skills PHIL 425 Ethics in Business and Industry RECR 202 Outdoor Recreation Activities POLI 302 Business Law I PSYC 235 Interpersonal and Leadership Skills OR...Any upper division (300 or 400 level) course designated MANG and/or MRKT, except MANG 475 (which is not open to students pursuing a business minor)
Minors in Sport and Exercise Psychology, Coaching, Aquatics, and Business may be completed with only a few additional courses. You may also wish to consider a minor in Leadership or Marketing.
Note: Classes below are 3 Credits (3 sh) unless otherwise noted.
Lock Haven University Sport Studies Department Sport Administration Track Suggested Course Sequence
Fall Freshman (example) Spring Freshman (example) SPRT106 Intro. Sport Administration 3 SPRT223 Cont. Issues & Problems in Sport Admin. 3 ENGL100: Composition 3 SPRT233 Sport Sales, Sponsorship, & Fundraising 3 GE Global Awareness and Citizenship 3 GE Philosophical, Literary and Aesthetic Inquiry 3 GE Hist/Behavioral/Social Science Inquiry 3 GE Math and Computational Thinking 3 GE Wellness 3 GE Global Awareness and Citizenship 3
Credit Total 15 Credit Total 15
Fall Sophomore (example) Spring Sophomore (example) SPRT208 Intro to Sport & Exercise Psychology 3 SPRT323 Sport and Society 3 OR SPRT305 Psychology of Coaching SPRT332 Sport Marketing 3 SPRT321 Manage. & Leadership of Sport 3 SPRT350 Field Participation in Sport Admin 3 ACCT110 Financial Accounting 3 GE Natural Science Inquiry (with lab) 3 GE Natural Science Inquiry (without lab) 3 Free Elective 3 GE Philosophical, Literary and Aesthetic Inquiry 3
Credit Total 15 Credit Total 15
Fall Junior (example) Spring Junior (example) SPRT324 Sport Law and Ethics 3 SPRT335 Sport Admin. & Community Relations 3 SPRT337 Governance of Sport 3 SPRT340 Sport Media Communication Relations 3 GE Philosophical, Literary and Aesthetic Inquiry 3 GE Global Awareness and Citizenship 3 GE Hist/Behavioral/Social Science Inquiry 3 Free Elective 3 Free Elective 3 Free Elective 3
Credit Total 15 Credit Total 15
Fall Senior (example) Spring Senior (example) SPRT401 Sport Facility Management and Oper 3 SPRT450 Prof. Field Experience in Sport Admin. 12 SPRT402 Sport Business Finance 3 SPRT465 Org/Admin of Sport & Athletic Prog 3 GE Oral Communication 3 Free Elective 3 Free Elective 3
Credit Total 18 Credit Total 1 2
PROFESSIONAL FIELD EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
I. Course work and GPA prerequisites
A. Complete the Sport Administration major requirements (C or better in all courses)
B. Complete the General Education Requirements
C. Complete 108 Total Credits prior to the Field Experience
It is recommended that the field experience (12 credits) be the last credits taken prior to graduation.
II. Procedures:
Items A-F should be completed at least one semester prior to the date of the anticipated field experience.
A. Give resume to Field Experience Coordinator, Dr. Richard Lally
B. Complete Field Experience Objectives
C. Prepare proposed list of possibilities
D. Send cover letter to agencies
E. Schedule interviews
F. Give completed application to Field Experience Coordinator, Dr. Richard Lally
G. Complete and sign contract
H. Register for 12 credits under SPRT 450
III. Field Experience Requirements (Details are available in the Professional Field Experience Handbook
A. Initial Report B. Revised Objectives C. Special Project Proposal D. Weekly Reports E. Mid-term Evaluation F. Final Evaluation and Grade Recommendation
IV. Considerations
A. Field experiences can lead to employment.
1. A last semester experience is best.
2. Take a professional approach; this may be your job interview.
3. The experience should be relevant to your career goals.
B. All credits and requirements for graduation should be completed before finalizing the experience.
C. Realize that summer, fall, and spring field experiences all have benefits and liabilities.
Plan to complete your field experience taking into consideration all of the factors
listed above. You should be aware that some experiences have different values
during different seasons.
D. Early investigation of and application for field experiences offer the best
opportunities for valuable experiences.
E. Many students complete their field experiences after “walking at” either a
December or May graduation, however, this must be arranged for well in
advance.
F. Costs of field experiences vary.
1. Summer experiences carry a per credit cost and must be registered for like
other classes.
2. Some experiences require professional attire, which may be an additional
expense.
3. Most experiences require students to provide their own room and board.
4. Most experiences require the students to have personal transportation.
5. Most experiences are not paid, however, paid experiences are allowed.
PROFESSIONAL FIELD EXPERIENCES SPORT ADMINISTRATION
Students who choose a major in Sport Administration, are required to complete a field experience. These field experiences vary in length from six to fifteen weeks and involve participation in public and private agencies in settings where the participant is likely to find further employment. Every effort is made to assist the student in finding a valuable practical field experience that will facilitate the accomplishment of career goals.
Past placements have included:
Abington Twp. Bureau of Park Recreation DC International Afton Central School Delaware Valley College Athletic Dept. Alternative Rehabilitation Communities East Stroudsburg University-Koehler Fieldhouse Allenwood Federal Prison Complex Echl Premier AA Hockey League All Sports Stadium Erie Seawolves Atlanta Falcons Evolution Sports Training Atlantic City Surf Professional Baseball Club Family First Sports Park Altoona Curve Baseball Fayetteville Soccer Association Bald Eagle Area High School Athletic Dept. FCI Schuylkill Baseball Info Solutions Fitness Unlimited Bedford High School Athletic Dept. Florida State Athletic Dept. Bellefonte High School Athletic Dept. Florida State University Football Berwick Area School District Franklin & Marshall Athletic Dept. Bethlehem Steel Ice Center Friendship Community Center Big 33 Football/Scholarship Classic Gettysburg Center of Theoretic Sports PT Binghamton Mets Gold Metal Training Camp Bowie Baysox Gold’s Gym and Tennis Center Buck Hill Golf Club Greater Susquehanna Valley YMCA Bucknell University Guardian Wear Buffalo Bills Hagerstown Suns Buffalo Bison’s Harrisburg Senators Baseball Buffalo Destroyer’s Hobart College Athletic Dept. Buffalo Sabres (NHL) Holidaysburg YMCA Buffalo Thunder Arena Football Hornell Dodgers Summer League Baseball Canton Crocodiles Baseball Houghton College Athletic Dept. Camden Riversharks Howard Buehler Community Pool Camp Greene Hills IMG Academies Camp Nock-A-Mixon Jacksonville Naval Air Station Carnegie Mellow University James Buchanan High School Cedar Crest College Athletic Dept. James Island Presbyterian Foundation Central Countries Youth Center Jamestown Jammers Central Dauphin H.S. Athletic Dept. Jeff Jordan’s State Championship Camp Central Mt. High School Athletic Dept. Jersey Shore High School Athletic Dept. Chambersburg Area Sr. High School A.D. Jersey Shore YMCA Champs Fitness Center Jewett City Little League Christian School of York Athletic Dept. Johnstown Steal Baseball Club Clarion University Kansas City Chiefs Football Clearfield Co. Dept. of Probation Services Keystone Regional Volleyball Association Clinton Country Club Keystone State Sport Camps Clinton County Prisons Kids Peace National Center Coastal Carolina University Athletic Dept. Kinetix Sports Club Columbia/Montour Vo-Tech H.S. Athletic Dept. Kolat Camps, Clubs, & Clinics Comcast Spectacor Kutztown University Athletic Dept. Corestates Complex Adopt-A-School Program Lafayette College Athletic Dept. Cortland Athletic Office Lake Placid Olympic Training Center Lancaster Family YMCA Montgomery Area Athletic Dept. Lancaster Recreation Commission Montrose Area Jr/Sr High School Athletic Dept
Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs MWR Naval Air Station Liberty University Athletic Dept. Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseums Little League Baseball, Inc. National Wrestling Coaches’ Association Lycoming College Athletic Dept. NCAA Division III Institution of PA Mansfield University Athletic Dept. New Jersey Cardinals Mercyherst College Athletic Dept. New Jersey Nets Basketball Mermaid Lake Inc. Aquatics New Jersey Pride Major League Lacrosse Messiah College Athletic Dept. New Jersey Titans Hockey Team Middletown Area High School New York Athletic Club New York Mets Syracuse University Athletics Dept. Newton Athletic Club Tamaqua Area School District Athletic Dept. NFL Europe Temple University Marketing Athletics Northern Dauphin County Branch YMCA The Sovereign Athletic Center Penn Hills Athletic Dept. The Summit Athletic and Tennis Club (Altoona) Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Assoc. Total Sports Experience Athletic Facility Penn State Athletic Dept. TNT Wrestling Camp Penn State Athletic Dept. (Marketing & Finance Transport Canada Dept.) Trenton Thunder Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference Trenton Titans Philadelphia Flyers University of Maryland Athletic Dept. Philadelphia Kixx (Soccer)-Wachovia Arena University of Pennsylvania Athletic Dept. Philadelphia 76’ers USP Allenwood Philadelphia Phillies U.S. Health Care (Philadelphia) Philadelphia Sports Club U.S. Olympics Center Philadelphia Union Soccer Velocity Sport Performance Philadelphia Wings Lacrosse Vernon Township H.S. Athletic Dept. Pines at Clermont Golf Club Washington Freedom Discovery Sports Center Pittsburgh Academy Washington State University Athletic Dept. Pittsburgh Penquins West Branch H.S. Athletic Dept. Pittsburgh Pirates West Pembroke Pines Optimist Baseball Pottsville Area High School Athletic Dept. Wilkes Barre/Scranton Arena FB Princeton Devil Rays Wilkes Barre/Scranton Penguins PSAC Wilkes Barre/Scranton Pioneers PSU Summer Study Programs William Tennett H.S. Athletic Dept. Quest Athletic Facility Williamsport Crosscutters Baseball Reading Phillies Baseball Club Williamsport High School Athletic Dept. Reading Rage Soccer Club Williamsport YMCA Red Barnes Baseball Team Winning Inning Baseball Academy Richmond Braves Winter Green Resort Natatorium Women’s Sports Found. Eisenhower Regents Glen Country Club Worcester College (MA) Athletic Dept. Ripken Professional Baseball Wyalusing Valley Athletic Dept. Schuylkill Correction Institution YMCA of Greater Buffalo Scranton/WB Red Barons York Revolution Minor League Scranton/WB Yankees Young Life Lycoming County Sidney Central School District Youth Adventure Summer Day Camp Smith Fitness Center Youth Forest Camp #3 Somerset Patriots Baseball Club Southern Nevada Jr. Golf Association Southern Saratoga YMCA Special Olympics Spring Valley Center Springfield H.S. Athletic Dept. Springford H.S. Athletic Dept. 4 Star Boxing State College Area High School State College YMCA State Correction Institution STN (Second to None) Soccer Institute Summer Athletics Tennis Club Swarthmore College
YOU AND YOUR ADVISOR
Your advisor is a member of the faculty of the Sport Studies Department. The purpose of having an advisor is to assist you with course selection, academic progress and academic interests. Your advisor will help you understand the requirements of the Sport Administration major. Each semester, your advisor has access to a copy of your academic record. This academic record lists all courses you have completed, those in which you are currently enrolled, GPA, and other information.
Students should schedule a meeting with their advisors during the advising period for scheduling purposes and other advising related questions if they should arise. Your advisor is here to help you but
YOU MUST MAKE THE COMMITMENT FOR YOUR OWN EDUCATION AND TAKE RESPONSIBILITY FOR YOUR CHOICES.
Academic advising is a joint responsibility between advisor and advisee. To get the most from your education, the student should:
1. Become familiar with your advisor’s office hours (posted on his/her office door) early in the semester. 2. Be prepared for your advising appointment. Have a schedule of courses planned with multiple options. 3. Accept responsibility for your academic progress and other important choices. 4. Keep notes and a record of each advising session. 5. Follow through with appropriate action after each session. 6. Become familiar with general education, major, and graduation requirements. Don’t let your advisor carry all of the responsibility. 7. Consult with your advisor if you are ever in academic trouble. 8. Don’t miss deadlines. Know when to schedule and drop or add courses. 9. Treat your advisor with respect and try to develop a positive relationship with him/her.
*ADVISING PERIOD Please Note: WATCH FOR ANNOUNCEMENTS OF THE ADVISING TIMES!
CHECK ONLINE SCHEDULE FOR REGISTRATION TIME.
*ALWAYS INCLUDE YOUR ID# WHEN EMAILING YOUR ADVISOR OR DEPARTMENT CHAIR WITH ACADEMIC QUESTIONS.
TIPS FOR ACADEMIC SUCCESS
1. Attend classes regularly.
2. Obtain a check sheet of requirements and keep it up-to-date.
3. Make an appointment to consult your advisor regularly.
4. Read your student and advisement handbook.
5. Improve your cumulative grade point average as quickly as possible.
6. Limit your course load to a manageable number of courses.
7. Select courses carefully.
8. Check the Master Schedule and be prepared to preregister with your advisor each semester.
9. Organize your day, week, month, and semester.
10. Complete academic assignments in a timely manner and realize that this effort will require self-discipline.
11. Accept ultimate responsibility for your decisions of a personal and academic nature.
12. Maintain a file of your grade reports, unofficial transcripts, course selections and completions, and test results.
13. Utilize the services of the many people who are here to help you succeed. Seek advice and consultation without delay.
14. Make the number one priority your academic progress and accomplishments.
15. Develop a plan for the effective use of your time.
16. Develop a wisely budgeted schedule that will help you regulate your daily, weekly, and monthly life. Be in control.
CAMPUS RESOURCES
Sports Administration Mentorship Program-The Sports Studies department provides a mentorship program for incoming freshman. Freshmen are paired with a mentor, who is a successful upperclassman, from the Sports Administration major. Incoming freshmen meet with their mentors when they first arrive on campus so that they can get to know them and ask any initial questions that they may have. Continued contact with a mentor can be via phone or email, or a prearranged meeting. Mentors will provide advice on strategies to excel in the classroom, good study habits, scheduling, extracurricular involvement, and any other questions that they are qualified to answer.
Counseling Services-Counseling services is a component of the Department of Academic Development and Counseling. The services provided offer consultation, psychological assistance (psychological testing, diagnostics, and treatment) and counseling to students with personal, emotional, or academic adjustment concerns. A licensed psychologist and other professional counselors assist students with questions about achievement, educational progress, interpersonal relationships, coping problems, self-image, social skills, or other potentially stressful or emotionally disturbing experiences. Services are provided daily during regular working hours or by appointment. Students may be referred to off- campus agencies and private practitioners when desired or appropriate. Students interested in scheduling an appointment to speak to a counselor or psychologist should call the Counseling Services office at 570-484-2479.
Tutorial Services-The University Tutorial Service provides tutors to students who apply for assistance in basic subject areas and general education courses (100 and 200 level courses). This service is provided to students free of charge. The assistance, rendered by a trained and qualified peer tutor, will depend on the student’s academic needs and available time. Tutorial Service assistance is provided in individual and small group settings. The purpose of this service is to increase the probability of academic success for each student participant. Tutoring can provide clarification of concepts, theories, and ideas presented in class or textbooks, improvement of various study skills, and development of a more confident, positive self-image as a student who can succeed academically. Tutoring is viewed as a collaborative learning experience between the peer tutor and members of the group/individual receiving tutoring. Students are encouraged to seek tutorial help before they experience or anticipate serious difficulties in their coursework to facilitate this process. IF YOU NEED HELP WITH A COURSE (EXCEPT ENGLISH OR MATH) APPLY IN THE TUTORIAL CENTER LOCATED IN RUSSELL HALL (SHORT WING) Telephone: Professor Dr. Pamela Czapla: 570-484-3598.
Math Center-The Mathematics Service provides support services for students in mathematics. Located in Robinson 414, the Mathematics Service is supervised by a faculty director from the Department of Mathematics and staffed by student assistants. Individual or small group tutorial help is offered to students whether or not they are enrolled in a mathematics course. Placement tests are given and follow-up advising is available to assure that students are placed in mathematics courses appropriate to their skill levels. Personal computers with appropriate software, videocassette presentations on specific mathematical topics, audiocassette tapes, self-instructional modules and worksheets and a mathematical library are available for student use. If you have a question, telephone 484-2091.
Academic Advisement, Development, and Counseling - Russell
Dr. Dan Tess, Department Chair 570-484-2238 Russell 136 Susan Birdsey, Secretary-Counseling Center 570-484-3333 Russell 134
Writing Center-The Writing Center offers support services to students who wish to improve their writing skills. Located in Raub 409, the writing center is supervised by a faculty director from the Department of English and staffed by student writing consultants. The Writing Center offers individual tutorial help on a regular or drop-in basis. Staff is ready to assist writers with all types of writing tasks in any discipline, and guidance is offered in all phases of the writing process: planning, organizing, developing, revising, and editing.
Self-instructional materials, worksheets, and audiocassette tapes on specific topics such as usage, mechanics, and punctuation are available, as well as writing handbooks, texts, and other references. The Writing Center also offers instruction in word-processing and microcomputers, printers, and typewriters are available for student use. If you have a question, telephone 570-484-3598 and the Writing Center web site can also be accessed at: www.lhup.edu/writingcenter
Stevenson Library Hours – 2014-15
Monday – Thursday 7:30 am– 11:00 pm Friday 7:30 am– 4:00 pm Saturday 10:00 am– 5:00 pm Sunday 2:00 pm– 11:00 pm
Exception Dates
September 3, 4, 5 Labor Day Weekend Closed Oct. 8, 9 Fall Holiday Weekend Closed Nov. 22 7:30 am - 4:00 pm Thanksgiving break begins Nov. 23 7:30 am - Noon Nov. 24, 25, 26, 27 Closed Dec. 17, 18 Closed Dec. 19-22 8:00 am – 4:00 pm Dec. 23 - Jan. 2 Closed
The 24 hour study area will remain open all semester and can be accessed after hours with a valid university ID.
Career Services-The Career Services Office, located in Akeley Hall, is an integral part of the University’s educational program. It offers a wide range of free services to help students explore, select, and pursue a career path. The office staff maintains a career library of up-to- date information on career options, employer organizations, internships, job listings, and graduate/professional schools. Assistance is provided in developing career objectives, resume writing, interviewing skills, and job search strategy. In addition, seniors may establish a credential file in the office and participate in on-campus recruiting visits and a variety of job fairs.
Students are encouraged to use these services as early as their freshman year and throughout their years at Lock Haven University. An emphasis is placed upon developmental counseling so that students may gain the degree of self-understanding and knowledge of occupations necessary to make or change career decisions. Individual counseling is available as well as SIGI-PLUS, a computerized career guidance and information system, to assist students with the career planning process. Appointments may be made by calling 570-484-2181.
EQUIPMENT ISSUE ROOM
The Zimmerli Equipment Issue room is located on the second floor of the Zimmerli Building and managed by Mrs. Teala Mantle, 484-2101. Here, students can reserve equipment to be used for teaching projects.
Students are required to reserve equipment by filling out the Equipment Request Card below. The cards can be found at the front counter of the Equipment Room. All equipment requests are due 3 days prior to use. All the information needs to be completed and specified accurately.
EQUIPMENT REQUEST
Name ______Faculty, Student, Staff Local Phone#______
Date ______Class______Professor ______
EQUIPMENT NEEDED 1______2______3______4______5______6______Date needed______Time______Date to be returned______Time______
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
Signature of Person Making Request______Student equip. requests are due 3 work days (Faculty 1 w. d.) prior to use.
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