University Experience
ASC 1000, Sections 29 & 30
Instructor: Megan Kramer
Class meets: SECTION 29 – Tuesday 10:00 – 10:50 am, 137 EC (Olin Engineering)
SECTION 30 – Thursday 10:00 – 10:50 am, Q10 (Academic Quad)
Office Hours: TBD
Purpose of the course: To help first-year students adjust to the university and acquire
essential academic survival skills that will enhance their academic and social integration
into the college.
Format of the course: Everyone is expected to take an active part in the course, and
class participation will be a portion of the final grade. Please complete all reading
material and assignments before coming to class so we can make the most of our one
hour meeting time. There is only one class a week and consequentially ATTENDANCE
IS REQUIRED! Missing class will result in lost points on your final grade.
Grading:
Attendance……………………………………………………………………25%
As mentioned attendance is mandatory.
Participation………………………………………………………………….15%
You are expected to contribute to class discussions and activities
Homework/Journals……………………………………………………….30%
Complete all reading assignments and homework before class. Each week you
will need to write a journal entry and email it to me prior to the next class
meeting.
Student Activity………………………………………………………………15%
To help you integrate into the campus community and become a contributing
member, you are required to join one of the clubs and organizations that have
registered with Office of Student Activities by the end of the semester.
Red Ticket Events……………………………………………………………15%
You are expected to attend six functions on campus from the list of Red Ticket
Events. You can also attend other campus functions for extra credit.