Content on this site is customized for a(n) freshman student enrolling for the fall 2009 term.
Academic Resources
New Environment
- Pace: Accelerated compared to high school
- Competition: Only Top half of high school class is at UNL
- Approach: Faculty will expect you to learn
New Way to Study
- Expectation to spend 2-3 hours outside of class per hour in class
- Professors expectation for being prepared
- Group projects are common requiring the use of technology
- Grades more dependent on tests and papers than home work even though you will spend more time on homework
Attitude is necessary for success
- Student Responsibility in Learning
- Go to class
- Ask timely questions
- Keep up with work - don't wait and cram
- It is your responsibility to seek help
Resources
- Supplemental Instruction
- Undergraduate Teaching Assistant Corps
- Syllabus
- Blackboard
- Resource Rooms
- UNL offers a wide variety of resources to help students succeed.
They vary from resource centers for particular subjects such as math, chemistry,
and writing, to mentoring programs for low-income and students of color.
For a complete listing of academic support services go to
http://www.unl.edu/ous/academic_support/support.shtml
If you have questions after visiting this site feel free to contact our office 402-472-4646.
Other Resources
Library 110 Proficiency Exam
| Who: | Do BOTH of these criteria apply to you?
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| What: | If you fall into the above categories, you are invited to take the Library 110 proficiency exam. This web-based exam takes no more than 30 minutes to complete. |
| Why: | A passing score on the exam will allow you to meet the LI110 graduation requirement without having to take the class. |
| How: | By August 20th, go to the following address and fill out the registration form: http://libr.unl.edu/li110/proficiency.html |
UNL Services for Students with Disabilities (SSD)
Provides special assistance to students with disabilities through individualized help and counseling. Adjusting to college life and its academic demands is a new experience. SSD is committed to providing students with disabilities with the support that will enable them to confront challenges and reach their academic goals. It is very important for all students with disabilities to contact the office before they attend New Student Enrollment. http://www.unl.edu/ssd
Organization Skills
College is a busy time and there will be some days where the list of things to get done seems endless. Following these tips can help reduce the stress of chaos by keeping you organized.
- Use a planner, they are inexpensive and can be fun to use.
- Keep your syllabi in an accessible place. Don't be caught not knowing what is due that day.
- Keep different classes in different folders or sections of your notebook.
- Make an excel spreadsheet of the classes that you have, it will make it easier to see immediately when you are and are not busy. Use those high school computing skills.
- Keep a calendar in your room marked with exam dates and other things you don't want to remember.
Beth ButlerLincoln, NE
Elementary Education
