Welcome to New Student Orientation

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Welcome to New Student Orientation
Winter 2005
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Student Development
Educating, Advising and Assisting Students is OUR
responsibility.
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Who is Metro?
Anyone!
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What is Metro?
44,500 credit noncredit students
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Where is Metro?

• Campuses
• Elkhorn Valley Campus (EVC)
• Fort Omaha Campus (FOC)
• South Omaha Campus (SOC)

• Centers
• Fremont Center (FRC)
• Offutt Center (OFT)
• Sarpy Center (SRP)

www.mccneb.edu/maps.asp
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Fort Omaha
Elkhorn Valley
South Omaha
Fremont Center
Sarpy Center
Offutt Center
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When is Metroopen?

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Why is Metrohere?
Metropolitan Community Colleges mission is to
provide quality learning experiences for a
diverse community of lifelong learners.
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Student Life and Leadership
Get Involved!
www.mccneb.edu/studentconnection
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Multicultural Events

• Cinco De Mayo
• International Fair
• Martin Luther King Luncheon
• Pow Wow
• And more!

www.mccneb.edu/intercultural
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Metros FREE Services

• Learning Centers
• Math Centers
• Writing Centers

• Computer Labs
• Library
• Tutoring

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Serves
METRO
Learning Centers
http//foundations.mccneb.edu/lc/

• Computers are available for homework and research
  projects
• Work on tutorials or use software to review basic
  math, English, reading science
• Attend seminars on many topics, such as using
  WebAdvisor

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Serves
METRO
Math Centers
http//www.mccneb.edu/mathcenter/

• Math Centers are staffed by individuals who are
  professionals in their discipline many often
  teach courses here too
• Set up specialized consultations in math
• Drop in for homework help test review

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Serves
METRO
Writing Centers
http//wwwfp.mccneb.edu/writingcenter/

• Receive help on course work, resumes, application
  letters and more
• Find various computer resources, grammar
  handouts, in-house workshops mini-courses

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Serves
METRO
Library
www.mccneb.edu/library

• Friendly staff members help you with research
  assignments other reference questions or help
  you search the Internet
• Use Horizon, the online catalog
• Use the computers/Internet and copiers that are
  available

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Serves
METRO
Computer Labs

• Computers are available for homework, research
  projects
• Receive assistance with computer-related problems
• Access state-of-the-art equipment such as laser
  printers, scanners IBM iSeries

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Serves
METRO
Tutor Services
http//wwwfp.mccneb.edu/tutorservices/

• This is a free service for students who are
  enrolled in the CREDIT class in which they need
  assistance
• You may sign up at the Learning Centers

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METRO
Serves
Public Safety
Working for your safety

• If you ever feel uncomfortable, you can ask for
  an escort
• Use common sense lock your doors, hide
  valuables, be aware of your surroundings

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Excellent instructors

• 180 full-time
• 500 part-time

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Course Syllabus
Test/Project Dates Homework Dates Last Day to
Drop Instructors Contact information Office
Hours Classroom Policies Grading Guidelines

• Most important tool for classes
• Dont lose it use it
• You need to attend the first day of class to get
  your syllabus it outlines the entire class for
  you
• Pay attention to the last day to drop

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Student Code of Conduct

• Classroom Etiquette
• Show up on time
• Wear appropriate clothing
• Turn off your cell phone
• Actively listen engage yourself in the subject
• Do your own work

• See Catalog pg. 27
• The expectations we have of you are no different
  than what an employer or four-year school would
  expect

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High School vs. College

• See your handout

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METRO
Bookstore

• Bring your class schedule student i.d. with you
  to purchase books
• http//www.mccneb.edu/bookstore.asp
• Can also use the online used book exchange
• http//wwwfp.mccneb.edu/bookexch/

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METRO
Catalog

• Read your catalog familiarize yourself with it
• Serves as your contract with Metro
• Pay attention to prerequisites so you know which
  courses you are eligible to take

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METRO
Catalog
Scavenger Hunt! Get out your catalogs and start
searching
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• Over 100 transfer agreements with 26 regional
  institutions
• Only C grades transfer
• Plan ahead choose the school and your future
  major

http//www.mccneb.edu/articulation
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METRO
What Do We Do?
Student Services

• Front Counter
• Academic Advisors
• Counselors
• Academic
• Student Retention
• Special Support Services

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METRO
Front Counter
Student Services

• Make appointments with advisors/counselors
• Lost and Found
• Parking Stickers
• Pay Tuition

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METRO
Advisors
Student Services

• Plan your educational program
• Get info on special admissions to programs
• Select transfer courses
• Run degree audits
• Policy/procedure questions

http//wwwfp.mccneb.edu/studentservices/advising/d
efault.htm
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METRO
Counselors
Student Services
Academic Counselors Academic help in
developmental courses (reading, writing,
math) English-as-a-Second-Language
Student Retention Counselors Low Income
Students First Generation Students
Special Support Services Counselors Accommodations
for students with special needs
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METRO
CNC
Student Services

• Career Network Center
• Assessment tools to help you find a major
• Career exploration
• Job search, resume help

http//www.mccneb.edu/studentservices/cnc/default.
asp
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METRO
SPH
Student Services

• Single Parent Homemaker
• Single Parents
• Displaced Homemakers
• Workshops, personal assistance

http//wwwfp.mccneb.edu/trio/SPHS.htm
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METRO
Serves

• Help yourselfplan ahead
• Meet with an advisor/ counselor early to
  determine your class schedule
• The longer you wait to register, the less
  flexibility youll have in developing your
  schedule

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Important Dates
Winter
METRO

• Classes Begin (Nov. 30)
• Last Class Day Before Holiday Recess (Dec 20)
• Classes Resume (Jan. 2)
• Martin Luther King Recess (Jan. 16)
• Current Student Registration for Spring and
  Summer for students with less than 50 credits
  (Jan. 23)
• Classes End (Feb. 27)

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Current Students
WebAdvisor
http//www.mccneb.edu/currentstudents

• Register/Drop classes
• Check your grades
• Request Student ID card
• Print unofficial transcripts
• See your class schedule
• Run a degree audit
• Pay for classes

Student Email

• Instructors often use email to communicate with
  you for class

http//metropo-s.mccneb.edu/login.cgi?_
Online Class Schedule

• Updated every 4 hours

http//webadvisor.mccneb.edu/datatel/openweb/defau
lt.html?
www.mccneb.edu/schedule
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Onward to a successful future at Metro and
beyond.